William Wilbur Pfeifer, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at the Brewster Health Center in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on May 6, 1927, in Greeley County, Kansas, the son of John J. And Elizabeth M. Deering Pfeifer. William enlisted in the US Navy shortly following his 17th birthday in 1944.&nbsp; The large number of Naval recruits at the time resulted in his being sent home to work on the farm subject to being recalled, which never occurred. On August 20, 1950, he married Mary A. Mitchell in Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives. William farmed, worked in the hay business with his brother-in-law, Leon Beedy, and worked at Collingwood Grain Elevators in Selkirk and Leoti most of his adult life, eventually managing the Leoti Collingwood facility.&nbsp; William liked working with his hands and spending time manicuring his yard. Upon retirement and moving to Topeka, he enjoyed helping his son and daughter-in-law with their many projects.&nbsp; His son was continually amazed at his Dad’s patience and ingenuity. Survivors Include his Wife - Mary A Pfeifer of Topeka, Kansas, One Son - Stanley &amp; Delberta Pfeifer of Topeka, Kansas, and Four Sisters - Helen Messersmith of Salina, Kansas, Theresa Beedy of Salina, Kansas, Alice Shafer of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and Lucille Mann of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his Parents, brothers Bernard, Edward and Clarence, sisters Sevrena Wimmer, Lorena Swanson and Arlene Lennox. Due to the current virus situation, Private Family Graveside services will be held at a later date and time. Memorials In Lieu Of Flowers can be made&nbsp;to the Carwood Community Church in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes. There will be no calling times. Interment will be in the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.

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 </figure>William Wilbur Pfeifer, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at the Brewster Health Center in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on May 6, 1927, in Greeley County, Kansas, the son of John J. And Elizabeth M. Deering Pfeifer. William enlisted in the US Navy shortly following his 17th birthday in 1944.&nbsp; The large number of Naval recruits at the time resulted in his being sent home to work on the farm subject to being recalled, which never occurred. On August 20, 1950, he married Mary A. Mitchell in Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives. William farmed, worked in the hay business with his brother-in-law, Leon Beedy, and worked at Collingwood Grain Elevators in Selkirk and Leoti most of his adult life, eventually managing the Leoti Collingwood facility.&nbsp; William liked working with his hands and spending time manicuring his yard. Upon retirement and moving to Topeka, he enjoyed helping his son and daughter-in-law with their many projects.&nbsp; His son was continually amazed at his Dad’s patience and ingenuity. Survivors Include his Wife - Mary A Pfeifer of Topeka, Kansas, One Son - Stanley &amp; Delberta Pfeifer of Topeka, Kansas, and Four Sisters - Helen Messersmith of Salina, Kansas, Theresa Beedy of Salina, Kansas, Alice Shafer of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and Lucille Mann of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his Parents, brothers Bernard, Edward and Clarence, sisters Sevrena Wimmer, Lorena Swanson and Arlene Lennox. Due to the current virus situation, Private Family Graveside services will be held at a later date and time. Memorials In Lieu Of Flowers can be made&nbsp;to the Carwood Community Church in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes. There will be no calling times. Interment will be in the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.

William Wilbur Pfeifer

Glade resident Mitch Klink passed away June 17, 2020, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 56. &nbsp; He was born February 2, 1964, in Phillipsburg, the son of Dean &amp; Bethel (Hilbrink) Klink.&nbsp;

Survivors include his mother Bethel of Glade &amp; his brother George of Norton.

Funeral services will be held Monday, June 22 at 2:00 p.m. in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Blake Stanwood officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Belmont Cemetery.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Sat. &amp; Sun. at the funeral home.&nbsp;

Memorials may be made to the Hays Humane Society or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.&nbsp;

Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Glade resident Mitch Klink passed away June 17, 2020, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 56. &nbsp; He was born February 2, 1964, in Phillipsburg, the son of Dean &amp; Bethel (Hilbrink) Klink.&nbsp;Survivors include his mother Bethel of Glade &amp; his brother George of Norton.Funeral services will be held Monday, June 22 at 2:00 p.m. in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Blake Stanwood officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Belmont Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Sat. &amp; Sun. at the funeral home.&nbsp;Memorials may be made to the Hays Humane Society or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.&nbsp;Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Mitch Klink

Vincent Joseph “Vinny” Pablo, 32, Hays, died Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at HaysMed.

He was born May 13, 1988 in Missoula, 
Montana, the son of Vincent David Pablo and Birdie Shortman. &nbsp;In 2006 he
 graduated from Flandreau High School in Flandreau, South Dakota. &nbsp;He 
moved to Hays to attend Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Vinny was witty and
 funny, loved his cat Athena, was a Dallas Cowboys fan, and liked to 
watch The Golden Girls and Steel Magnolias.&nbsp; He enjoyed dancing, playing
 darts, pool, golf, and horseshoes, and completing crossword and puzzle 
books.

Survivors include his parents; Birdie 
and Loren Ukestine of Sioux Falls, SD, Vincent Pablo of Arlee, MT, and 
Robert Sanchez of Flandreau, SD, his grandmother; Darlyne Shortman of 
Havre, MT, his aunt; Tara Thorne of Hays, three brothers; Emanuel 
Sanchez of Havre, MT, Shawn Pablo and Shelby Shortman both of Flandreau,
 SD, six sisters; Morgan Pearson of Hays, Miranda Pablo of Arlee, MT, 
Shelbie Shortman of Sioux Falls, SD, Kennedy Sanchez of Havre, MT, Maria
 Pablo and Isabel Pablo both of Arlee, MT.

He was preceded in death by his sister; Roberta Sanchez.

Funeral services will be in Havre, 
Montana. &nbsp;Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery in Havre. &nbsp;A memorial
 service will be in Hays at a later date. Memorials are suggested to The
 Trevor Project, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home or 
directly to TheTrevorProject.org. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Vinny may
 be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Vincent Joseph “Vinny” Pablo, 32, Hays, died Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at HaysMed.He was born May 13, 1988 in Missoula, 
Montana, the son of Vincent David Pablo and Birdie Shortman. &nbsp;In 2006 he
 graduated from Flandreau High School in Flandreau, South Dakota. &nbsp;He 
moved to Hays to attend Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Vinny was witty and
 funny, loved his cat Athena, was a Dallas Cowboys fan, and liked to 
watch The Golden Girls and Steel Magnolias.&nbsp; He enjoyed dancing, playing
 darts, pool, golf, and horseshoes, and completing crossword and puzzle 
books.Survivors include his parents; Birdie 
and Loren Ukestine of Sioux Falls, SD, Vincent Pablo of Arlee, MT, and 
Robert Sanchez of Flandreau, SD, his grandmother; Darlyne Shortman of 
Havre, MT, his aunt; Tara Thorne of Hays, three brothers; Emanuel 
Sanchez of Havre, MT, Shawn Pablo and Shelby Shortman both of Flandreau,
 SD, six sisters; Morgan Pearson of Hays, Miranda Pablo of Arlee, MT, 
Shelbie Shortman of Sioux Falls, SD, Kennedy Sanchez of Havre, MT, Maria
 Pablo and Isabel Pablo both of Arlee, MT.He was preceded in death by his sister; Roberta Sanchez.Funeral services will be in Havre, 
Montana. &nbsp;Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery in Havre. &nbsp;A memorial
 service will be in Hays at a later date. Memorials are suggested to The
 Trevor Project, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home or 
directly to TheTrevorProject.org. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Vinny may
 be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Vincent Joseph 'Vinny' Pablo

Ruth Marie Hoard, passed away June 16, 2020, at Peppi’s Hospice 
House, Tucson, Ariz. Ruth was born June 29, 1928, at Hoisington, Kan., 
she was the daughter of Clifford and Ruth Shook. She married Donald 
Pound in 1951 and he passed away in 1968. She then married Richard Hoard
 in 1970 and he passed away in 1987.

She graduated from Victoria High School in 1946, and attended Fort 
Hays State College. Ruth has been a resident of Tucson for the past 35 
years. She was formally a secretary for CRA in Great Bend, Kan. Ruth was
 a member of the First Presbyterian Church, a life member of the Order 
of the Eastern Star, Amaranth, and American Legion Argonne Post 180 
Auxiliary, all of Great Bend. Ruth loved gardening, cooking and talking.
 She most loved spending time with her family. Her favorite quote was “I
 wasn’t much, but I tried.”

Survivors include, daughters, Donna (R.C.) Williams of Great Bend, 
Kan., and Shannon (Ron) DeHaan of Pawnee Rock, Kan.; granddaughters, 
Tamyra (Chad) Fuller of David City, Neb., and Jana (Lonny) Cook of Great
 Bend, Kan.; grandsons, Shawn (Elisha) DeHaan of Spearman, Tex., and 
Ryan DeHaan and companion Shelly Peacock of Great Bend, Kan.; great 
grandchildren, Mack Fuller, Andrew Fuller, R.J. Cook, Darby King, Connor
 DeHaan, Colton DeHaan, Jericho Riddle, Jaron Riddle, Reese Bullard, and
 Keldon Bullard; and great great grandchildren, Mychal, Jaymes and Kaya.
 She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Wink Shook and Tom 
Shook; sister, Harriet Lagsdon; grandson, Terry Lee Riddle; and 
granddaughter, Nicole Sue DeHaan.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A graveside
 service will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Kans 
for Kids, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Ruth Marie Hoard, passed away June 16, 2020, at Peppi’s Hospice 
House, Tucson, Ariz. Ruth was born June 29, 1928, at Hoisington, Kan., 
she was the daughter of Clifford and Ruth Shook. She married Donald 
Pound in 1951 and he passed away in 1968. She then married Richard Hoard
 in 1970 and he passed away in 1987.She graduated from Victoria High School in 1946, and attended Fort 
Hays State College. Ruth has been a resident of Tucson for the past 35 
years. She was formally a secretary for CRA in Great Bend, Kan. Ruth was
 a member of the First Presbyterian Church, a life member of the Order 
of the Eastern Star, Amaranth, and American Legion Argonne Post 180 
Auxiliary, all of Great Bend. Ruth loved gardening, cooking and talking.
 She most loved spending time with her family. Her favorite quote was “I
 wasn’t much, but I tried.”Survivors include, daughters, Donna (R.C.) Williams of Great Bend, 
Kan., and Shannon (Ron) DeHaan of Pawnee Rock, Kan.; granddaughters, 
Tamyra (Chad) Fuller of David City, Neb., and Jana (Lonny) Cook of Great
 Bend, Kan.; grandsons, Shawn (Elisha) DeHaan of Spearman, Tex., and 
Ryan DeHaan and companion Shelly Peacock of Great Bend, Kan.; great 
grandchildren, Mack Fuller, Andrew Fuller, R.J. Cook, Darby King, Connor
 DeHaan, Colton DeHaan, Jericho Riddle, Jaron Riddle, Reese Bullard, and
 Keldon Bullard; and great great grandchildren, Mychal, Jaymes and Kaya.
 She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Wink Shook and Tom 
Shook; sister, Harriet Lagsdon; grandson, Terry Lee Riddle; and 
granddaughter, Nicole Sue DeHaan.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A graveside
 service will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Kans 
for Kids, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Ruth Marie Hoard

JoAnn F. (Ruder) Leiker, 79, formerly 
of Hays, died Saturday, June 13, 2020 in a hospice home near her husband
 in Lake Worth, Florida.

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

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 </figure>JoAnn F. (Ruder) Leiker, 79, formerly 
of Hays, died Saturday, June 13, 2020 in a hospice home near her husband
 in Lake Worth, Florida.Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

JoAnn F. (Ruder) Leiker

Paul A. Bean, 86, passed away unexpectedly June 16, 2020, at Hays, 
Kansas. He was born January 31, 1934, in Dodge City, Kansas, to Jay W. 
&amp; Mildred (Scothorn) Bean. He married Norma Trent in Great Bend, 
Kansas, at the Presbyterian Church, April 19, 1957. To this marriage 
were two children, Gregory A. Bean and Paula L. (Bean) Schwartzkopf.

After being in the Army, he went to work for Dillons, retiring as 
manager. He opened a Yamaha motorcycle shop. Paul enjoyed life and going
 fishing with his nephew Daniel Trent, planting flowers and gardening, 
and going to casinos.

Survivors include, his daughter, Paula Schwartzkopf and companion Tim
 Newby; one grandson, Jay A. Schwartzkopf and companion Rebbecca Demel; 
two sister in laws, Karen Rader and Theresa Trent; his best friend and 
yellow lab, Henry; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death
 by his parents, Jay and Mildred; his wife of 61 years, Norma; and a 
son, Greg Bean.

As per his wishes, cremation has taken place, there will be no 
viewing. Services are planned for a later date at Fort Dodge Veteran’s 
Cemetery, Dodge City. Memorials are suggested to the Golden Belt Humane 
Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Paul A. Bean, 86, passed away unexpectedly June 16, 2020, at Hays, 
Kansas. He was born January 31, 1934, in Dodge City, Kansas, to Jay W. 
&amp; Mildred (Scothorn) Bean. He married Norma Trent in Great Bend, 
Kansas, at the Presbyterian Church, April 19, 1957. To this marriage 
were two children, Gregory A. Bean and Paula L. (Bean) Schwartzkopf.After being in the Army, he went to work for Dillons, retiring as 
manager. He opened a Yamaha motorcycle shop. Paul enjoyed life and going
 fishing with his nephew Daniel Trent, planting flowers and gardening, 
and going to casinos.Survivors include, his daughter, Paula Schwartzkopf and companion Tim
 Newby; one grandson, Jay A. Schwartzkopf and companion Rebbecca Demel; 
two sister in laws, Karen Rader and Theresa Trent; his best friend and 
yellow lab, Henry; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death
 by his parents, Jay and Mildred; his wife of 61 years, Norma; and a 
son, Greg Bean.As per his wishes, cremation has taken place, there will be no 
viewing. Services are planned for a later date at Fort Dodge Veteran’s 
Cemetery, Dodge City. Memorials are suggested to the Golden Belt Humane 
Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Paul A. Bean

Glenn James Dinkel, age 56, of Hays, Kansas died June 16, 2020, at his home in Hays.&nbsp; He was born March 2, 1964, in Hays, Kansas, to Donald J. and Rose Mary (Braun) Dinkel.

He married Jamie Lynn (Miller) on June 3, 2016 in Hays, Kansas.

He worked in the oil fields for over 30 years and was Production Foreman for Palomino Petroleum Inc. for a number of years.&nbsp; He also worked at Western Well Service, Clipper Energy, Express Well Service, X-Pert Service Tools. He was a member of the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria Knights of Columbus and the NRA.&nbsp; He grew up in Victoria and was a 1982 graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing. &nbsp;

Survivors include his wife, Jamie Dinkel, of the home; two daughters, Erin Pfeifer, and Leah Dinkel, both of Gorham, KS; one step-son, Dalton Stout and his fiancé, Rylie Rowland, Hays, KS; three grandchildren, Gracie McDonald, Brantley Pfeifer and Gavin Pfeifer; his mother, Rosie Dinkel, Victoria, KS; four brothers, Craig Dinkel and wife, Anne, Victoria, KS; Carl Dinkel and wife, Miranda, Fredonia, KS; Dennis Dinkel and wife, Jody, Hays, KS; Darin Dinkel and wife, Tori, Victoria, KS; one sister, Karen Nowak and husband, John, Victoria, KS; one sister-in-law, Jane Dinkel, North Richland Hills, TX; mother-in-law, Iris Miller, Victoria, KS; one brother-in-law, Jeff Miller and wife, Nancy, Spring Hill, KS; and several nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his father, brother, Galen Dinkel and father-in-law, Marvin L. Miller.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:00 A.M. Saturday, June 20, 2020, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in&nbsp; St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Friday, and from 8:00 to 9:00 A.M, Saturday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials to Hospice of Hays Medical Center or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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

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

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

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 </figure>Glenn James Dinkel, age 56, of Hays, Kansas died June 16, 2020, at his home in Hays.&nbsp; He was born March 2, 1964, in Hays, Kansas, to Donald J. and Rose Mary (Braun) Dinkel.He married Jamie Lynn (Miller) on June 3, 2016 in Hays, Kansas.He worked in the oil fields for over 30 years and was Production Foreman for Palomino Petroleum Inc. for a number of years.&nbsp; He also worked at Western Well Service, Clipper Energy, Express Well Service, X-Pert Service Tools. He was a member of the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria Knights of Columbus and the NRA.&nbsp; He grew up in Victoria and was a 1982 graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing. &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Jamie Dinkel, of the home; two daughters, Erin Pfeifer, and Leah Dinkel, both of Gorham, KS; one step-son, Dalton Stout and his fiancé, Rylie Rowland, Hays, KS; three grandchildren, Gracie McDonald, Brantley Pfeifer and Gavin Pfeifer; his mother, Rosie Dinkel, Victoria, KS; four brothers, Craig Dinkel and wife, Anne, Victoria, KS; Carl Dinkel and wife, Miranda, Fredonia, KS; Dennis Dinkel and wife, Jody, Hays, KS; Darin Dinkel and wife, Tori, Victoria, KS; one sister, Karen Nowak and husband, John, Victoria, KS; one sister-in-law, Jane Dinkel, North Richland Hills, TX; mother-in-law, Iris Miller, Victoria, KS; one brother-in-law, Jeff Miller and wife, Nancy, Spring Hill, KS; and several nephews and nieces.He was preceded in death by his father, brother, Galen Dinkel and father-in-law, Marvin L. Miller.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:00 A.M. Saturday, June 20, 2020, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in&nbsp; St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Friday, and from 8:00 to 9:00 A.M, Saturday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.The family suggests memorials to Hospice of Hays Medical Center or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E.22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Due to the coronavirus if you have a cough, fever or not feeling well, please use our e-mail or on line guestbook.&nbsp; Social distancing will be suggested at the visitation and funeral mass.&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

Glenn James Dinkel

Michael Lynn “Mike” Legleiter, 66, died Monday, June 15, 2020 at 
Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was 
born January 24, 1954 in Hays, Kansas the son of Paul &amp; LaVera 
(Speier) Legleiter. 
 A resident of Garden City, Kansas since 1982, he was part owner of Peterbilt of Garden City for many years. 
 On June 15, 1974, he married Mary Thompson in Grand Island, 
Nebraska. She survives. Other survivors include a brother Tom &amp; 
wife Anna Legleiter of Freeland, Michigan; and a sister Paula Sue 
Murtonen of Katy, Texas. Mike is preceded in death by his parents; and a
 brother Mark Troy Legleiter. 
 A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 19, 
2020 at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. There will be no calling 
hours. The family suggests memorials given to the American Cancer 
Society in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City.

Michael Lynn “Mike” Legleiter, 66, died Monday, June 15, 2020 at 
Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was 
born January 24, 1954 in Hays, Kansas the son of Paul &amp; LaVera 
(Speier) Legleiter. 
 A resident of Garden City, Kansas since 1982, he was part owner of Peterbilt of Garden City for many years. 
 On June 15, 1974, he married Mary Thompson in Grand Island, 
Nebraska. She survives. Other survivors include a brother Tom &amp; 
wife Anna Legleiter of Freeland, Michigan; and a sister Paula Sue 
Murtonen of Katy, Texas. Mike is preceded in death by his parents; and a
 brother Mark Troy Legleiter. 
 A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 19, 
2020 at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. There will be no calling 
hours. The family suggests memorials given to the American Cancer 
Society in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City.

Michael Lynn 'Mike' Legleiter

Lifelong Sharon Springs, KS resident Rodney J. Robben, 55, passed 
away on Saturday, June 13, 2020, at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita,
 KS.

He was born to Joseph O. and Daisy Fay Robben on March 14, 1965, in Cheyenne Wells, CO the youngest of 9 children.

He was united in marriage to Tamara Marie Bencken on January 4, 1986,&nbsp; making their home in Sharon Springs, KS.&nbsp; They were blessed with three 
children Tyrel Robben, Teika Arnold, Tess Woodruff.&nbsp;

Rodney was preceded in death by both parents Joe and Daisy Robben, 
brother Christie Joe and brother-in-laws Glenn Unruh and Ty Kallsen.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife Tamara Robben; three children Tyrel 
(Jessica) Robben, Teika (Matt) Arnold, Tess (Kirk) Woodruff; three 
grandchildren, Gavin, Doc and Delilah; siblings Stanley and wife Rita, 
Penny and husband Jim, Trudy, Randy and wife Tammy, Bradley, Tracy, Joy 
and husband Eldon; many nieces, nephews and friends.

After graduating high school from WCHS, Rodney, also lovingly known 
as Totler, worked for the family farm as a rancher and farmer, where his
 philosophy was, “You don’t stop farming cuz it might rain.”&nbsp; He often 
referred to himself as a Kansas Plowboy.&nbsp; As a lifelong cowboy, he had a
 passion to work with livestock.&nbsp; He took great pride in sharing his 
knowledge and wisdom with his kids, nieces and nephews.&nbsp; During his 
years of ranching and farming, he also took pleasure in hauling cattle 
for Short &amp; Son.&nbsp; In March of 2019 he began a new career that he 
enjoyed very much with Plains Mountain Truck and Equipment.

Rodney was a simple hardworking man and family was the most important
 thing to him.&nbsp; Becoming a grandfather was a major highlight in his 
life.&nbsp; He always had the best advice and looked at things with an 
unbiased perspective.&nbsp; Rodney was a man of action and few words. “You do
 whatcha gotta do and just get it done.”&nbsp; He was lighthearted with an 
inviting smile and didn’t know a stranger.&nbsp; His love for cartoons and 
silly songs, along with his mischievous sense of humor brought delight 
to all those around him.

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

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 </figure>Lifelong Sharon Springs, KS resident Rodney J. Robben, 55, passed 
away on Saturday, June 13, 2020, at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita,
 KS.He was born to Joseph O. and Daisy Fay Robben on March 14, 1965, in Cheyenne Wells, CO the youngest of 9 children.He was united in marriage to Tamara Marie Bencken on January 4, 1986,&nbsp; making their home in Sharon Springs, KS.&nbsp; They were blessed with three 
children Tyrel Robben, Teika Arnold, Tess Woodruff.&nbsp;Rodney was preceded in death by both parents Joe and Daisy Robben, 
brother Christie Joe and brother-in-laws Glenn Unruh and Ty Kallsen.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Tamara Robben; three children Tyrel 
(Jessica) Robben, Teika (Matt) Arnold, Tess (Kirk) Woodruff; three 
grandchildren, Gavin, Doc and Delilah; siblings Stanley and wife Rita, 
Penny and husband Jim, Trudy, Randy and wife Tammy, Bradley, Tracy, Joy 
and husband Eldon; many nieces, nephews and friends.After graduating high school from WCHS, Rodney, also lovingly known 
as Totler, worked for the family farm as a rancher and farmer, where his
 philosophy was, “You don’t stop farming cuz it might rain.”&nbsp; He often 
referred to himself as a Kansas Plowboy.&nbsp; As a lifelong cowboy, he had a
 passion to work with livestock.&nbsp; He took great pride in sharing his 
knowledge and wisdom with his kids, nieces and nephews.&nbsp; During his 
years of ranching and farming, he also took pleasure in hauling cattle 
for Short &amp; Son.&nbsp; In March of 2019 he began a new career that he 
enjoyed very much with Plains Mountain Truck and Equipment.Rodney was a simple hardworking man and family was the most important
 thing to him.&nbsp; Becoming a grandfather was a major highlight in his 
life.&nbsp; He always had the best advice and looked at things with an 
unbiased perspective.&nbsp; Rodney was a man of action and few words. “You do
 whatcha gotta do and just get it done.”&nbsp; He was lighthearted with an 
inviting smile and didn’t know a stranger.&nbsp; His love for cartoons and 
silly songs, along with his mischievous sense of humor brought delight 
to all those around him.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Rodney-Robben">HERE</a> for service details.

Rodney J. Robben

Richard V. Ohmart, MD, FAAFP, 84, of Oakley, died Thursday, June 11, 
2020, at the Logan County Hospital. He was born May 29, 1936, in 
McPherson, KS, to Verle and Fern (Heckman) Ohmart. He was a long time 
Oakley physician and enjoyed photography. 
After completing high school in Scott City, Dick enrolled in the 
University of Kansas and received a bachelor’s degree in 1958, with 
majors in English and chemistry. He played in the KU band for three 
years. While there he was selected to Phi Beta Kappa, chosen a member of
 Phi Lambda Upsilon, the chemistry honor society and received Honors in 
English. During his senior year at KU he also married his high school 
sweetheart, Carol Socolofsky on April 19, 1958. 
In the fall of 1958 Dick entered medical school, also at the University 
of Kansas, graduating in June 1962. Dick and Carol, along with their two
 boys, Dale and Dean, moved to Wichita where Dr. Ohmart interned at 
Wesley Medical Center. In June 1963, the family moved to Oakley, Kansas,
 and joined practice with James Marchbanks. M.D. Susan, their third 
child, was born shortly after they arrived in Oakley. Dr. Ohmart 
practiced in Oakley until his retirement in 2001. 
He was a member of the Kansas Medical Society, the Kansas Academy of 
Family Practice and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practice.
 He has been president of the Northwest Kansas Medical Society. He was a
 preceptor and Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Practice at the 
University of Kansas Medical School until his retirement. He was a 
Clinical Preceptor for The Wichita State University Physician Assistant 
program until his retirement. 
In Oakley Dr. Ohmart has been scoutmaster, a member of the school board,
 Medical Director of the Logan County EMS service and District Coroner. 
He has been a board member of the Kansas Blue Cross/Blue Shield 
insurance company and a board member of the High Plains Mental Health 
Center. In 1992 the hospital administrator and Dr. Ohmart founded the 
New Frontiers Health Services and was medical director until his 
retirement. From 1996 until his retirement Dr. Ohmart was Director of 
Medical Education, Northwest Region, University of Kansas Medical 
School. 
Dick was an avid amateur photographer. He could often be seen at local 
activities taking pictures. He had some of them printed and his patients
 enjoyed his local activity pictures that were in his exam rooms. He 
also hung scenic pictures that he took in his office. Some of those are 
on display at the Logan County Hospital. 
Dr. Ohmart was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honorary 
society. He was chosen Rural Practitioner of the Year in 1999 by the 
National Rural Health Association. In 2000 the Kansas Academy of Family 
Practice selected Dr. Ohmart as Family Physician of the year. 
Dick fell on the ice in January 2001, sustaining a subdural hematoma. 
Following a flight to Denver surgery to remove the hematoma was 
successful. The next morning Dr. Ohmart suffered a stroke. After 
spending six months in a hospital Carol took him home to an apartment in
 Denver for rehabilitation. Two years after his stroke Dr. Ohmart and 
Carol published a book about their experiences as When I Died, An 
Amazing Adventure. 
In 2004 he and Carol built a house in Fulshear, TX where they would 
spend the colder months. They were dedicated to their grandchildren and 
this winter/summer schedule often depended on their activities. 
In 2011 he published The Education of an Old Doc, The Story of my 
Practice in a Wilderness. He’s also contributed to medical magazines, 
had articles in the local paper, written on his own Website 
(OldDocOhmart.com), and a Facebook Group page Education of an Old Doc 
(https://www.facebook.com/groups/196486377090052). There is also a 
collection of his works at the American Association of Family Physicians
 Center for the History of Family Medicine in Leawood, KS. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Robert Ohmart and son-in-law Mike Bloom. 
Richard is survived by his wife Carol; children, Dale (Minette) Ohmart, 
Dean Ohmart (Susan Jenkins) and Susan Bloom; grandchildren Joel Nicholas
 Ohmart, Kira Jasmine Ohmart, Charlie Bloom (Jessica Cook), Roderick 
Bloom and John Bloom, great grandchild, Carrie Mikaela Bloom, brother 
Harold (Carol) Ohmart, and sister-in-law Caroline Ohmart. 
A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Memorials are 
suggested to the Logan County Healthcare Foundation and can be sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information
 or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 </figure>Richard V. Ohmart, MD, FAAFP, 84, of Oakley, died Thursday, June 11, 
2020, at the Logan County Hospital. He was born May 29, 1936, in 
McPherson, KS, to Verle and Fern (Heckman) Ohmart. He was a long time 
Oakley physician and enjoyed photography. 
After completing high school in Scott City, Dick enrolled in the 
University of Kansas and received a bachelor’s degree in 1958, with 
majors in English and chemistry. He played in the KU band for three 
years. While there he was selected to Phi Beta Kappa, chosen a member of
 Phi Lambda Upsilon, the chemistry honor society and received Honors in 
English. During his senior year at KU he also married his high school 
sweetheart, Carol Socolofsky on April 19, 1958. 
In the fall of 1958 Dick entered medical school, also at the University 
of Kansas, graduating in June 1962. Dick and Carol, along with their two
 boys, Dale and Dean, moved to Wichita where Dr. Ohmart interned at 
Wesley Medical Center. In June 1963, the family moved to Oakley, Kansas,
 and joined practice with James Marchbanks. M.D. Susan, their third 
child, was born shortly after they arrived in Oakley. Dr. Ohmart 
practiced in Oakley until his retirement in 2001. 
He was a member of the Kansas Medical Society, the Kansas Academy of 
Family Practice and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practice.
 He has been president of the Northwest Kansas Medical Society. He was a
 preceptor and Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Practice at the 
University of Kansas Medical School until his retirement. He was a 
Clinical Preceptor for The Wichita State University Physician Assistant 
program until his retirement. 
In Oakley Dr. Ohmart has been scoutmaster, a member of the school board,
 Medical Director of the Logan County EMS service and District Coroner. 
He has been a board member of the Kansas Blue Cross/Blue Shield 
insurance company and a board member of the High Plains Mental Health 
Center. In 1992 the hospital administrator and Dr. Ohmart founded the 
New Frontiers Health Services and was medical director until his 
retirement. From 1996 until his retirement Dr. Ohmart was Director of 
Medical Education, Northwest Region, University of Kansas Medical 
School. 
Dick was an avid amateur photographer. He could often be seen at local 
activities taking pictures. He had some of them printed and his patients
 enjoyed his local activity pictures that were in his exam rooms. He 
also hung scenic pictures that he took in his office. Some of those are 
on display at the Logan County Hospital. 
Dr. Ohmart was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honorary 
society. He was chosen Rural Practitioner of the Year in 1999 by the 
National Rural Health Association. In 2000 the Kansas Academy of Family 
Practice selected Dr. Ohmart as Family Physician of the year. 
Dick fell on the ice in January 2001, sustaining a subdural hematoma. 
Following a flight to Denver surgery to remove the hematoma was 
successful. The next morning Dr. Ohmart suffered a stroke. After 
spending six months in a hospital Carol took him home to an apartment in
 Denver for rehabilitation. Two years after his stroke Dr. Ohmart and 
Carol published a book about their experiences as When I Died, An 
Amazing Adventure. 
In 2004 he and Carol built a house in Fulshear, TX where they would 
spend the colder months. They were dedicated to their grandchildren and 
this winter/summer schedule often depended on their activities. 
In 2011 he published The Education of an Old Doc, The Story of my 
Practice in a Wilderness. He’s also contributed to medical magazines, 
had articles in the local paper, written on his own Website 
(OldDocOhmart.com), and a Facebook Group page Education of an Old Doc 
(https://www.facebook.com/groups/196486377090052). There is also a 
collection of his works at the American Association of Family Physicians
 Center for the History of Family Medicine in Leawood, KS. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Robert Ohmart and son-in-law Mike Bloom. 
Richard is survived by his wife Carol; children, Dale (Minette) Ohmart, 
Dean Ohmart (Susan Jenkins) and Susan Bloom; grandchildren Joel Nicholas
 Ohmart, Kira Jasmine Ohmart, Charlie Bloom (Jessica Cook), Roderick 
Bloom and John Bloom, great grandchild, Carrie Mikaela Bloom, brother 
Harold (Carol) Ohmart, and sister-in-law Caroline Ohmart. 
A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Memorials are 
suggested to the Logan County Healthcare Foundation and can be sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information
 or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Richard V. Ohmart, MD, FAAFP

Rebecca "Becky" Stonebraker, 81, loving wife, mother, grandmother, 
great grandmother, sister, friend, and teacher passed away June 15, 2020
 at Brookdale Senior Living in Great Bend. She was born December 30, 
1938. Growing up on the family farm with her siblings and loving 
parents, Dude and Dot Hannan, was a favorite memory. Becky was proud to 
be a Hannan and looked forward to the family reunion every year.

Becky was married to Byron "Buddy” Stonebraker 61 years.&nbsp; Buddy 
preceded her in death May 24, 2020. She was a dedicated and caring 
teacher for over thirty years at Riley Elementary School and Park 
Elementary School. Trips to Colorado, hiking, reading, and spending time
 with family were favorite pastimes.

Survivors include, daughter, Cathryn Stos and husband Melvin; and 
son, David Stonebraker and wife Deb; granddaughters, Megan (Joe) Roop 
and Kristen (David) McAdams; great grandchildren, Cathryn Dailey, 
Beatrice Dailey, and Fynn Roop; siblings, Rodney Hannan, Audrey 
McMullen, Frankie Graham, and Vic Hannan. She was preceded in death by 
her parents; husband, Byron Stonebraker; and sisters, Mary Hannan Patee 
and Cledery Lewis.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date and will be 
announced by family. Memorials are suggested to Park Elementary School, 
in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rebecca "Becky" Stonebraker, 81, loving wife, mother, grandmother, 
great grandmother, sister, friend, and teacher passed away June 15, 2020
 at Brookdale Senior Living in Great Bend. She was born December 30, 
1938. Growing up on the family farm with her siblings and loving 
parents, Dude and Dot Hannan, was a favorite memory. Becky was proud to 
be a Hannan and looked forward to the family reunion every year.Becky was married to Byron "Buddy” Stonebraker 61 years.&nbsp; Buddy 
preceded her in death May 24, 2020. She was a dedicated and caring 
teacher for over thirty years at Riley Elementary School and Park 
Elementary School. Trips to Colorado, hiking, reading, and spending time
 with family were favorite pastimes.Survivors include, daughter, Cathryn Stos and husband Melvin; and 
son, David Stonebraker and wife Deb; granddaughters, Megan (Joe) Roop 
and Kristen (David) McAdams; great grandchildren, Cathryn Dailey, 
Beatrice Dailey, and Fynn Roop; siblings, Rodney Hannan, Audrey 
McMullen, Frankie Graham, and Vic Hannan. She was preceded in death by 
her parents; husband, Byron Stonebraker; and sisters, Mary Hannan Patee 
and Cledery Lewis.A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date and will be 
announced by family. Memorials are suggested to Park Elementary School, 
in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Rebecca 'Becky' Stonebraker

Francis ”Bones” William Pieschl passed away Friday, June 12, 2020 in 
Quinter, Kansas. He was born May 21, 1931 in Minneapolis, Kansas to 
Vincent Sr. and Ollie (Wolfersperger) Pieschl. Bones grew up near 
Minneapolis, Kansas. He attended the Minneapolis Schools and graduated 
from Minneapolis High School with the class of 1949. After graduation, 
Bones attended Kansas State University and received a Bachelor of 
Science Degree in Agriculture. Bones was inducted into the United 
States Army as a 2nd Lieutenant. He was accepted into the flight 
program and became a helicopter pilot. Some of his fondest memories 
were flying and working in Africa as a consultant for grain handling and
 storage. 
 Francis “Bones” Pieschl married Betty Ruth Meurisse January 9, 1973 
in Ellsworth, Kansas. They moved to Hoxie where they raised their 
family and continue to live. Bones was the owner and operator of Hoxie 
Steel which was an agriculture and government construction company. 
Bones and his brother, Richard purchased a small country grain elevator,
 Lindsey Grain, in Lindsey, Kansas. They owned and operated it for 
several years. Bones and Ruth raised ostriches for many years. Their 
ostrich farm was visited by many school children. In retirement, Bones 
and Ruth enjoyed traveling and fishing. They were members of the Saint 
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church of Hoxie, Kansas. 
 Bones was preceded in Death by his parents Vincent and Ollie. 
 He is survived by his wife Betty Ruth of the home, Hoxie, Kansas; 
sons, Larry Meurisse and wife Cheryl of Belle Vista, Arkansas and Darvin
 Meurisee of Burlington, Colorado; daughter, Marcia Kruse and husband 
John of Selden, Kansas; grandchildren, Kayla Meurisse of Charlston, 
South Carolina, Kennedy and Kaden Meurisse of Burlington, Colorado, 
Jennifer Hladik and husband Joe of Stillwater, Oklahoma, Jeremy Kruse 
and wife Courtney of Olatha, Kansas; great-grandchildren, London and 
Kruse Hladik and Salem Kruse; brothers, Vincent Pieschl Jr. and Richard 
Pieschl and wife Nancy of Minneapolis, Kansas, and Devere Pieschl of 
Fairbanks, Alaska and many friends.
 A Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Wednesday, June 17, 2020 ,
 10:00 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church of Hoxie, Kansas.
 Visitation will be held June 16, 2020 from 1:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. 
with family receiving friends from 5:30 P.M. until 7:30 P.M. at the 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. At 7:30 P.M. following the 
visitation, a Vigil Service will be held at the funeral home. The 
family suggests memorials to The Sheridan County Benefit Walk, and 
memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 
987, Hoxie, Kansas 667740. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. 
 Bones was a kind loving husband, father and friend. He never knew a
 stranger and always had a smile on his face. We know God only loaned 
him to us for awhile. The memories of his smile and caring way will 
always be there to comfort his family and friends.

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 </figure>Francis ”Bones” William Pieschl passed away Friday, June 12, 2020 in 
Quinter, Kansas. He was born May 21, 1931 in Minneapolis, Kansas to 
Vincent Sr. and Ollie (Wolfersperger) Pieschl. Bones grew up near 
Minneapolis, Kansas. He attended the Minneapolis Schools and graduated 
from Minneapolis High School with the class of 1949. After graduation, 
Bones attended Kansas State University and received a Bachelor of 
Science Degree in Agriculture. Bones was inducted into the United 
States Army as a 2nd Lieutenant. He was accepted into the flight 
program and became a helicopter pilot. Some of his fondest memories 
were flying and working in Africa as a consultant for grain handling and
 storage. 
 Francis “Bones” Pieschl married Betty Ruth Meurisse January 9, 1973 
in Ellsworth, Kansas. They moved to Hoxie where they raised their 
family and continue to live. Bones was the owner and operator of Hoxie 
Steel which was an agriculture and government construction company. 
Bones and his brother, Richard purchased a small country grain elevator,
 Lindsey Grain, in Lindsey, Kansas. They owned and operated it for 
several years. Bones and Ruth raised ostriches for many years. Their 
ostrich farm was visited by many school children. In retirement, Bones 
and Ruth enjoyed traveling and fishing. They were members of the Saint 
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church of Hoxie, Kansas. 
 Bones was preceded in Death by his parents Vincent and Ollie. 
 He is survived by his wife Betty Ruth of the home, Hoxie, Kansas; 
sons, Larry Meurisse and wife Cheryl of Belle Vista, Arkansas and Darvin
 Meurisee of Burlington, Colorado; daughter, Marcia Kruse and husband 
John of Selden, Kansas; grandchildren, Kayla Meurisse of Charlston, 
South Carolina, Kennedy and Kaden Meurisse of Burlington, Colorado, 
Jennifer Hladik and husband Joe of Stillwater, Oklahoma, Jeremy Kruse 
and wife Courtney of Olatha, Kansas; great-grandchildren, London and 
Kruse Hladik and Salem Kruse; brothers, Vincent Pieschl Jr. and Richard 
Pieschl and wife Nancy of Minneapolis, Kansas, and Devere Pieschl of 
Fairbanks, Alaska and many friends.
 A Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Wednesday, June 17, 2020 ,
 10:00 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church of Hoxie, Kansas.
 Visitation will be held June 16, 2020 from 1:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. 
with family receiving friends from 5:30 P.M. until 7:30 P.M. at the 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. At 7:30 P.M. following the 
visitation, a Vigil Service will be held at the funeral home. The 
family suggests memorials to The Sheridan County Benefit Walk, and 
memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 
987, Hoxie, Kansas 667740. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. 
 Bones was a kind loving husband, father and friend. He never knew a
 stranger and always had a smile on his face. We know God only loaned 
him to us for awhile. The memories of his smile and caring way will 
always be there to comfort his family and friends.

Francis 'Bones' William Pieschl

Viola Rosetta (Niedens) Dumler, 94, of Salina, Kansas and formerly of Russell, Kansas, went to her Heavenly home, Friday, April 17, 2020 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Salina.

Viola was born March 3, 1926 in Hodgeman County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of six children born to John Henry and Bertha (Bitter) Niedens.&nbsp; She grew up in the Hodgeman Co. area and attended school there until moving to Barton County, Kansas as a teenager.

Viola was united in marriage to Victor Leroy Dumler on December 8, 1946 in Milberger, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children; Donna, Wanda and Darrell.&nbsp; They made their home on a farm in the Milberger area.

As a devoted farmers wife and homemaker for her children, she also worked as a CNA for home health in the Russell area and also worked in housekeeping at the Russell Regional Hospital.&nbsp; She was an active member in the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger.&nbsp; She belonged to the Lutheran Women's group, Prairiemates EHU and was an active Sunday school teacher and the church choir.&nbsp; She was active helping Victor with the farm activities, quilting, baking, cooking and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Victor of the home; daughters, Donna Bitter (Jerry) of Garden City, Kansas and Wanda Radke (Dennis) of Salina, Kansas; Sister, Lola Wilks (Ed) of Wichita, Kansas; five grandchildren, Tracy, Darren, Jason, Ryan and Gregg; and 11 great grandchildren.

Viola was preceded in death by her parents, son Darrell, three brothers; Otto Niedens, Marvin Niedens and Albert Niedens; and sister Leona Karst.

A Memorial Service to celebrate Viola’s life will be held at 1:30 P.M. on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger, Kansas. Memorials have been established with the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church or Russell County Food Pantry. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Viola Rosetta (Niedens) Dumler, 94, of Salina, Kansas and formerly of Russell, Kansas, went to her Heavenly home, Friday, April 17, 2020 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Salina.Viola was born March 3, 1926 in Hodgeman County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of six children born to John Henry and Bertha (Bitter) Niedens.&nbsp; She grew up in the Hodgeman Co. area and attended school there until moving to Barton County, Kansas as a teenager.Viola was united in marriage to Victor Leroy Dumler on December 8, 1946 in Milberger, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children; Donna, Wanda and Darrell.&nbsp; They made their home on a farm in the Milberger area.As a devoted farmers wife and homemaker for her children, she also worked as a CNA for home health in the Russell area and also worked in housekeeping at the Russell Regional Hospital.&nbsp; She was an active member in the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger.&nbsp; She belonged to the Lutheran Women's group, Prairiemates EHU and was an active Sunday school teacher and the church choir.&nbsp; She was active helping Victor with the farm activities, quilting, baking, cooking and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Victor of the home; daughters, Donna Bitter (Jerry) of Garden City, Kansas and Wanda Radke (Dennis) of Salina, Kansas; Sister, Lola Wilks (Ed) of Wichita, Kansas; five grandchildren, Tracy, Darren, Jason, Ryan and Gregg; and 11 great grandchildren.Viola was preceded in death by her parents, son Darrell, three brothers; Otto Niedens, Marvin Niedens and Albert Niedens; and sister Leona Karst.A Memorial Service to celebrate Viola’s life will be held at 1:30 P.M. on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger, Kansas. Memorials have been established with the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church or Russell County Food Pantry. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Viola R. Dumler

Elmer Leroy Steinle, 97, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at Main Street Manor in Russell.

Elmer was born February 19, 1923 in Russell.&nbsp; He was first of four children born to David Samuel and Amelia Molly (Ehrlich) Steinle.&nbsp; Elmer grew up in Russell and attended Russell High School, but had to quite before graduating, when the family farm was lost during the great depression, and went to work as a cook at the Puritan Café, in Russell, to help the family.&nbsp; Elmer was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1943, sent to Cook and Baker school at Camp San Luis Obispo, California by the Army.&nbsp; Elmer was promoted to Tec 4th Class and served as company Mess Sergeant in the Asiatic Theater, primarily Burma, April 1944 until December 1945.&nbsp; Elmer was discharged from the Army in January 1946, returning to Russell.

Elmer had married prior to his military service, October 1942 to Dorothy Ruth Bussin of Great Bend, and was blessed with their only son, Roy.&nbsp; They divorced January 1946 and Elmer was joined in marriage with the love of his life, Sophie Mathilda Scheck, of Collyer, April 1946.&nbsp; Elmer and Sophie, with Roy, made their home in Russell.

Elmer worked in his father’s business, Steinle Produce, primarily purchasing cream, eggs, and chickens from the area farmers and in turn selling them various farm supplies such as livestock feeds, seed, bailing wire, salt lick blocks, twine, etc.&nbsp; Shortly after his father retired from the business in the late fifties Elmer also left the Produce business and became a full time Carpenter.&nbsp; He was diversified in that he remodeled homes, built furniture, built homes in Russell, worked construction on a number of larger building projects in Russell, the Russell State Bank one of the local projects.&nbsp; Elmer was also carpenter Forman for the Kansas Refined Helium plant construction in Otis.&nbsp; For many years Elmer served on the Russell-Great township fire department as well as serving as the Dep0artments Fire Chief for a number of years until his retirement from the fire department.&nbsp; Elmer was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church, past member of the Russell Elks Lodge, a member of the Russell VFW Post #6240 and a member of the Russell American Legion, William Roe Post 99.&nbsp; A past Commander of Post 99 and held various officer positions at the Post.

Elmer enjoyed playing cards, for many years he dealt Black Jack, and later loved playing Texas Holdem with friends any time he could find a game.&nbsp; He and Sophie took to antique collecting and spent most of their time together traveling, buying and selling antiques, attending and participating in antique shows.&nbsp; For many years antiques were their passion.&nbsp; Elmer also became known in Russell as a Studebaker collector, and at one time had a number of Studebaker cars and trucks, plus spare parts, and restored them to operating condition.&nbsp; In retirement Elmer took up square dancing, joining the “Shooting Stars” club in Hays and continued carpenter work in his shop building children’s furniture, chairs, rockers, tables, and wagons.

Elmer’s surviving family include his son, Roy Steinle (Rosemary) of Russell, Kansas; brother, Gorden Dave Steinle of Kansas City, Missouri; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.&nbsp; Elmer was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his sister Fern Harman Deutscher and brother Wilber Dean Steinle.

A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Russell, Kanas. Military Rites conducted by the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 Honor Guard. No visitation being held.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Elmer Leroy Steinle, 97, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at Main Street Manor in Russell.Elmer was born February 19, 1923 in Russell.&nbsp; He was first of four children born to David Samuel and Amelia Molly (Ehrlich) Steinle.&nbsp; Elmer grew up in Russell and attended Russell High School, but had to quite before graduating, when the family farm was lost during the great depression, and went to work as a cook at the Puritan Café, in Russell, to help the family.&nbsp; Elmer was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1943, sent to Cook and Baker school at Camp San Luis Obispo, California by the Army.&nbsp; Elmer was promoted to Tec 4th Class and served as company Mess Sergeant in the Asiatic Theater, primarily Burma, April 1944 until December 1945.&nbsp; Elmer was discharged from the Army in January 1946, returning to Russell.Elmer had married prior to his military service, October 1942 to Dorothy Ruth Bussin of Great Bend, and was blessed with their only son, Roy.&nbsp; They divorced January 1946 and Elmer was joined in marriage with the love of his life, Sophie Mathilda Scheck, of Collyer, April 1946.&nbsp; Elmer and Sophie, with Roy, made their home in Russell.Elmer worked in his father’s business, Steinle Produce, primarily purchasing cream, eggs, and chickens from the area farmers and in turn selling them various farm supplies such as livestock feeds, seed, bailing wire, salt lick blocks, twine, etc.&nbsp; Shortly after his father retired from the business in the late fifties Elmer also left the Produce business and became a full time Carpenter.&nbsp; He was diversified in that he remodeled homes, built furniture, built homes in Russell, worked construction on a number of larger building projects in Russell, the Russell State Bank one of the local projects.&nbsp; Elmer was also carpenter Forman for the Kansas Refined Helium plant construction in Otis.&nbsp; For many years Elmer served on the Russell-Great township fire department as well as serving as the Dep0artments Fire Chief for a number of years until his retirement from the fire department.&nbsp; Elmer was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church, past member of the Russell Elks Lodge, a member of the Russell VFW Post #6240 and a member of the Russell American Legion, William Roe Post 99.&nbsp; A past Commander of Post 99 and held various officer positions at the Post.Elmer enjoyed playing cards, for many years he dealt Black Jack, and later loved playing Texas Holdem with friends any time he could find a game.&nbsp; He and Sophie took to antique collecting and spent most of their time together traveling, buying and selling antiques, attending and participating in antique shows.&nbsp; For many years antiques were their passion.&nbsp; Elmer also became known in Russell as a Studebaker collector, and at one time had a number of Studebaker cars and trucks, plus spare parts, and restored them to operating condition.&nbsp; In retirement Elmer took up square dancing, joining the “Shooting Stars” club in Hays and continued carpenter work in his shop building children’s furniture, chairs, rockers, tables, and wagons.Elmer’s surviving family include his son, Roy Steinle (Rosemary) of Russell, Kansas; brother, Gorden Dave Steinle of Kansas City, Missouri; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.&nbsp; Elmer was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his sister Fern Harman Deutscher and brother Wilber Dean Steinle.A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Russell, Kanas. Military Rites conducted by the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 Honor Guard. No visitation being held.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Elmer Leroy Steinle

Delaine F. Meyers, age 83, passed away June 13, 2020, at Kansas Heart
 Hospital, Wichita, KS. He was born February 3, 1937, at Plainville, 
Kansas to Henry and Alma (Dauwe) Meyers.

“D” as he was known was a long time resident of Great Bend. He worked
 for Steffen’s of Wichita. He was a member of Prince of Peace Church, 
St. Patrick Parish. “D” was a lifetime member of the Knights of 
Columbus.

He is survived by his wife Donna (Weigel) Meyers of the home and 
three children, Brenda (Rob) Parrish of Lawrence, Doug Meyers of Newton,
 and Cynthia Meyers of Great Bend; a brother, Gary Meyers of Plainville,
 and sister Marlene Dohe of Plainville; grandchildren, Thomas 
(Weatherly) Parrish, and Sarah Parrish, Kayla (Justin) Seybert, and 
Katie (Dylan) Sowell, and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in 
death by his son, Alan Meyers, and his brother, Lenell Meyers.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and a 
memorial service will be at a later date to honor “D’s” memory. 
Memorials are suggested to the Knight of Columbus or Golden Belt Humane 
Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Delaine F. Meyers, age 83, passed away June 13, 2020, at Kansas Heart
 Hospital, Wichita, KS. He was born February 3, 1937, at Plainville, 
Kansas to Henry and Alma (Dauwe) Meyers.“D” as he was known was a long time resident of Great Bend. He worked
 for Steffen’s of Wichita. He was a member of Prince of Peace Church, 
St. Patrick Parish. “D” was a lifetime member of the Knights of 
Columbus.He is survived by his wife Donna (Weigel) Meyers of the home and 
three children, Brenda (Rob) Parrish of Lawrence, Doug Meyers of Newton,
 and Cynthia Meyers of Great Bend; a brother, Gary Meyers of Plainville,
 and sister Marlene Dohe of Plainville; grandchildren, Thomas 
(Weatherly) Parrish, and Sarah Parrish, Kayla (Justin) Seybert, and 
Katie (Dylan) Sowell, and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in 
death by his son, Alan Meyers, and his brother, Lenell Meyers.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and a 
memorial service will be at a later date to honor “D’s” memory. 
Memorials are suggested to the Knight of Columbus or Golden Belt Humane 
Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Delaine F. Meyers

Celebration of life service will be 2 PM Saturday June 20, 2020 at St. John Lutheran Church located north of Ellis.

Hanora Gertrude Homburg, age 87, of 
Ellis, Kansas passed away at her daughter’s home in Ellis on April 16, 
2020. She was born on October 27, 1932 in Ellis, Kansas the daughter of 
Clarence and Gertrude (Lynd) Shubert. Hanora married Arnold Homburg on 
June 19, 1965 in rural Ellis, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on 
November 2, 2002.

Hanora was a farmer and stockwoman. She
 was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Rural Ellis where she taught 
Sunday School and was a dedicated room mother for all three of her 
children.&nbsp; She was a member of the WELCA and HDU. Hanora loved being a 
grandmother and great grandmother.&nbsp; She was a hard worker on the farm 
and had a special photogenic memory and could match baby calves and 
their mommas without ear tags.&nbsp;

She is survived by two sons, Steve 
(Jeri) Homburg, Ellis and Tim (Mary Beth) Homburg, Overland Park; her 
daughter Kathy Desaire Ellis;&nbsp; grandchildren, Danny and Kimberly 
Desaire, Hannah, Emma and Kara Homburg; step grandchildren, Korwin 
(Alicia) Wyatt, Ellis and Kasi(David) Wyatt-Smith, Olathe; great 
grandchildren, Parker and Briella Desaire, Ellis and step great 
grandchildren Aiden and Sera Wyatt, Ellis and Jude, Reese and Leo Smith 
of Olathe.

Hanora was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers; Clarence, Keith, Elvin and John, son-in-law, Bill Desaire.

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 Hospice at HaysMed or to St. John Lutheran, Church, Ellis. 
Contributions made payable to the organization may be mailed to Keithley
 Funeral Chapel PO Box 86 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>Celebration of life service will be 2 PM Saturday June 20, 2020 at St. John Lutheran Church located north of Ellis.Hanora Gertrude Homburg, age 87, of 
Ellis, Kansas passed away at her daughter’s home in Ellis on April 16, 
2020. She was born on October 27, 1932 in Ellis, Kansas the daughter of 
Clarence and Gertrude (Lynd) Shubert. Hanora married Arnold Homburg on 
June 19, 1965 in rural Ellis, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on 
November 2, 2002.Hanora was a farmer and stockwoman. She
 was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Rural Ellis where she taught 
Sunday School and was a dedicated room mother for all three of her 
children.&nbsp; She was a member of the WELCA and HDU. Hanora loved being a 
grandmother and great grandmother.&nbsp; She was a hard worker on the farm 
and had a special photogenic memory and could match baby calves and 
their mommas without ear tags.&nbsp;She is survived by two sons, Steve 
(Jeri) Homburg, Ellis and Tim (Mary Beth) Homburg, Overland Park; her 
daughter Kathy Desaire Ellis;&nbsp; grandchildren, Danny and Kimberly 
Desaire, Hannah, Emma and Kara Homburg; step grandchildren, Korwin 
(Alicia) Wyatt, Ellis and Kasi(David) Wyatt-Smith, Olathe; great 
grandchildren, Parker and Briella Desaire, Ellis and step great 
grandchildren Aiden and Sera Wyatt, Ellis and Jude, Reese and Leo Smith 
of Olathe.Hanora was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers; Clarence, Keith, Elvin and John, son-in-law, Bill Desaire.Memorial contributions are suggested to
 Hospice at HaysMed or to St. John Lutheran, Church, Ellis. 
Contributions made payable to the organization may be mailed to Keithley
 Funeral Chapel PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Hanora Gertrude Homburg

Leonard Leroy Ziegler, 85, of Colby, died Friday, June 12, 2020, at 
Citizens Medical Center, Colby. 

He was born April 19, 1935, in Hoxie, 
KS, to Leonard and Theresa (Kruse) Ziegler. Leroy graduated from Oakley 
High School in 1953 and served in the United States Navy from 1957-1959.
 He returned to Oakley and worked for Lee Ohrman at the Filling Station.
 Leroy also did custom cutting and helped construct area grain 
elevators. On May 9, 1959, Leroy married Joan Ambrose, in Farwell, NE. 
Leroy began working for Prairie Printers in Colby. On October 15, 1964, 
Leroy and Joan started Leroy’s Printing, in Colby. Leroy was a member of
 Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Colby, where he enjoyed being a lector 
at Mass. He was also a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus. 
Leroy was very community minded and held numerous leadership positions, 
including: Sacred Heart Parish Council and Home and School Association; 
Colby City Council; Thomas County Historical Society; Chamber of 
Commerce; charter member of the Colby Ambassadors; and Colby Jaycee’s. 
Throughout the years, Leroy received many accolades for his involvement 
in the community. Some of which he was honored to receive were: 
Outstanding Kansas Jaycee of the Year; one of the first to receive the 
Business Person of the Year; Colby Booster Club’s Community Leader; 
Hospice Services Triple S Award, and Orange and Black Classic Founders 
Award. He was asked many times to serve on advisory councils and was 
happy to serve where needed. 
Leroy had a charismatic personality that attracted children. For many 
years, Leroy kept a candy bowl. During the summer months, local kids 
would stop by to and from the pool or park for a piece or two of candy. 
He would never say “No” to any fund-raising cause that involved youth 
activities. 
Leroy was preceded in death by his parents, sister Irene Huelsman, and brother Donald Ziegler. 
He is survived by his wife Joan, of Colby; children, Margo (Brady) 
Baker, Weston, MO, Marla (Willard) Crumrine, Brewster, KS, Marc (Casy) 
Ziegler, Bennington, KS, Marsha Ziegler, Wichita, KS and Marlyn (Laurie)
 Ziegler, Lawrence, KS; eight grandchildren and twelve great 
grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is 10:00 a.m. 
Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby, with 
burial in the church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the church or 
the Thomas County Community Foundation 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>Leonard Leroy Ziegler, 85, of Colby, died Friday, June 12, 2020, at 
Citizens Medical Center, Colby. He was born April 19, 1935, in Hoxie, 
KS, to Leonard and Theresa (Kruse) Ziegler. Leroy graduated from Oakley 
High School in 1953 and served in the United States Navy from 1957-1959.
 He returned to Oakley and worked for Lee Ohrman at the Filling Station.
 Leroy also did custom cutting and helped construct area grain 
elevators. On May 9, 1959, Leroy married Joan Ambrose, in Farwell, NE. 
Leroy began working for Prairie Printers in Colby. On October 15, 1964, 
Leroy and Joan started Leroy’s Printing, in Colby. Leroy was a member of
 Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Colby, where he enjoyed being a lector 
at Mass. He was also a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus. 
Leroy was very community minded and held numerous leadership positions, 
including: Sacred Heart Parish Council and Home and School Association; 
Colby City Council; Thomas County Historical Society; Chamber of 
Commerce; charter member of the Colby Ambassadors; and Colby Jaycee’s. 
Throughout the years, Leroy received many accolades for his involvement 
in the community. Some of which he was honored to receive were: 
Outstanding Kansas Jaycee of the Year; one of the first to receive the 
Business Person of the Year; Colby Booster Club’s Community Leader; 
Hospice Services Triple S Award, and Orange and Black Classic Founders 
Award. He was asked many times to serve on advisory councils and was 
happy to serve where needed. 
Leroy had a charismatic personality that attracted children. For many 
years, Leroy kept a candy bowl. During the summer months, local kids 
would stop by to and from the pool or park for a piece or two of candy. 
He would never say “No” to any fund-raising cause that involved youth 
activities. 
Leroy was preceded in death by his parents, sister Irene Huelsman, and brother Donald Ziegler. 
He is survived by his wife Joan, of Colby; children, Margo (Brady) 
Baker, Weston, MO, Marla (Willard) Crumrine, Brewster, KS, Marc (Casy) 
Ziegler, Bennington, KS, Marsha Ziegler, Wichita, KS and Marlyn (Laurie)
 Ziegler, Lawrence, KS; eight grandchildren and twelve great 
grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is 10:00 a.m. 
Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby, with 
burial in the church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the church or 
the Thomas County Community Foundation and can be sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Leonard Leroy Ziegler

Melba Jean Smith, age 86, of Hays, Kansas, former Great Bend, Kansas, resident died Friday, June 12, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;

She was born July 5, 1933, in Bazine, Kansas to Phillip P. and Esther R. (Tittel) Foos.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Melba was the Wick Program Coordinator at Barton County for15 years.&nbsp; She also worked at the Barton County Food Bank and served on the board of the Barton County Girls Home for many number of years.&nbsp; She grew up in Great Bend and was a graduate of Great Bend High School.&nbsp; She moved to Hays in 2013.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Survivors include her two granddaughters, Misty Heironimus and husband, Rob, Hutchinson, KS; Mandy Brothers and fiancé, Karl Maa, WIS; one great grandson, Austin Sutton, Hutchinson, KS; one sister-in-law, Guilia Foos, Perry, KS; three nephews, Randy Foos and wife, Lori, Eureka, KS; Rick Foos, Perry, KS; Brad Foos, Topeka, KS; three nieces, Lori Hertel and husband, Stan, Hays, KS; Pam Erickson and husband, Ken, Russell, KS; Brenda Mock and husband, J.C., Emporia, KS.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Monica Lea Brothers; a son, Tracey Smith; one sister, Freda Broetzmann and one brother, Eugene “Bud” Foos. &nbsp;

Services will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, June 18, 2020, at The First Presbyterian Church, 2400 Washington, Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in the Great Bend Cemetery, Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; A visitation will be from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. Thursday, at the First Presbyterian Church.

The family suggests memorials to the Community Food Bank of Barton County,&nbsp;3007 – 10th Street, Great Bend, Kansas 67530

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

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

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 </figure>Melba Jean Smith, age 86, of Hays, Kansas, former Great Bend, Kansas, resident died Friday, June 12, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born July 5, 1933, in Bazine, Kansas to Phillip P. and Esther R. (Tittel) Foos.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melba was the Wick Program Coordinator at Barton County for15 years.&nbsp; She also worked at the Barton County Food Bank and served on the board of the Barton County Girls Home for many number of years.&nbsp; She grew up in Great Bend and was a graduate of Great Bend High School.&nbsp; She moved to Hays in 2013.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her two granddaughters, Misty Heironimus and husband, Rob, Hutchinson, KS; Mandy Brothers and fiancé, Karl Maa, WIS; one great grandson, Austin Sutton, Hutchinson, KS; one sister-in-law, Guilia Foos, Perry, KS; three nephews, Randy Foos and wife, Lori, Eureka, KS; Rick Foos, Perry, KS; Brad Foos, Topeka, KS; three nieces, Lori Hertel and husband, Stan, Hays, KS; Pam Erickson and husband, Ken, Russell, KS; Brenda Mock and husband, J.C., Emporia, KS.She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Monica Lea Brothers; a son, Tracey Smith; one sister, Freda Broetzmann and one brother, Eugene “Bud” Foos. &nbsp;Services will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, June 18, 2020, at The First Presbyterian Church, 2400 Washington, Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in the Great Bend Cemetery, Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; A visitation will be from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. Thursday, at the First Presbyterian Church.The family suggests memorials to the Community Food Bank of Barton County,&nbsp;3007 – 10th Street, Great Bend, Kansas 67530Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left&nbsp;at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Melba Jean Smith

Miranda Rose Lara, age 32, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at her home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; 

She was born on October 13, 1987 in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Robert Baxter and Pamela Gimler Appel.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she was a registered nurse at the Wichita County LTC Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas. On May 20, 2006 she married John Lara in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives. Survivors include her Husband - John Lara of Scott City, Kansas, One Daughter - Maci Lara of Scott City, Kansas, Mother - Pamela Appel of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Joel &amp; Jessie Appel of Scott City, Kansas, Grandparents - Leon &amp; Hildagard Gimler of Parsons, Kansas and Numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. She was preceded in death by her Father - Robert Baxter Appel, One Brother - Jacob Appel, Grandparents - Robert &amp; Thelma Appel, One Uncle - Tony Akers, and Two Cousins - Ethan Rodenberg and Darryn Rodenberg. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 19, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas with Fr. Warren Stecklein presiding.Burial will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Memorials in Lieu Of Flowers may be given to the Maci Lara Education Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Miranda Rose Lara, age 32, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at her home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on October 13, 1987 in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Robert Baxter and Pamela Gimler Appel.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she was a registered nurse at the Wichita County LTC Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas. On May 20, 2006 she married John Lara in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives. Survivors include her Husband - John Lara of Scott City, Kansas, One Daughter - Maci Lara of Scott City, Kansas, Mother - Pamela Appel of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Joel &amp; Jessie Appel of Scott City, Kansas, Grandparents - Leon &amp; Hildagard Gimler of Parsons, Kansas and Numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. She was preceded in death by her Father - Robert Baxter Appel, One Brother - Jacob Appel, Grandparents - Robert &amp; Thelma Appel, One Uncle - Tony Akers, and Two Cousins - Ethan Rodenberg and Darryn Rodenberg. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 19, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas with Fr. Warren Stecklein presiding.Burial will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Memorials in Lieu Of Flowers may be given to the Maci Lara Education Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Miranda Rose Lara

Jessica M. Walters-Bridges, 38, Hays, died Sunday, June 14, 2020 at HaysMed surrounded by family.

She was born June 9, 1982 in Hays the 
daughter of Gerald and Marjorie (Rohr) Walters.&nbsp; She graduated from Hays
 High School in 2001 and worked at Goodwill, Hays Good Samaritan 
Society, Wal-Mart, and the Fairfield Inn, and she was a homemaker.&nbsp; On 
September 6, 2008 she was united in marriage to Jonathan “John” Bridges 
at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hays.&nbsp; She was a member 
of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, loved dogs and cats, 
especially her dogs Buddy and Billy, visiting with friends, going for 
walks, watching TV shows, and was a very gracious and kind person.

Survivors include her husband John, of 
the home in Hays, her parents; Gerald and Marjorie Walters of Hays, her 
grandmother; Mildred Walters of Hays, three sisters; Jennifer Husselman 
and husband Chris of Augusta, Jolene Wellbrock of Hays, and Janell 
Williams of Wichita, a sister-in-law; Cindy Walters of Hays, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
paternal grandfather; Delbert Walters, maternal grandparents; Felix and 
Mary Rohr, two brothers; Curtis and Craig Walters, and a brother-in-law;
 Steve Wellbrock.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
 Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on 
Thursday, all at the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service
 and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 
Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, DSNWK,
 or to the Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and memories 
of Jessica may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Jessica M. Walters-Bridges, 38, Hays, died Sunday, June 14, 2020 at HaysMed surrounded by family.She was born June 9, 1982 in Hays the 
daughter of Gerald and Marjorie (Rohr) Walters.&nbsp; She graduated from Hays
 High School in 2001 and worked at Goodwill, Hays Good Samaritan 
Society, Wal-Mart, and the Fairfield Inn, and she was a homemaker.&nbsp; On 
September 6, 2008 she was united in marriage to Jonathan “John” Bridges 
at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hays.&nbsp; She was a member 
of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, loved dogs and cats, 
especially her dogs Buddy and Billy, visiting with friends, going for 
walks, watching TV shows, and was a very gracious and kind person.Survivors include her husband John, of 
the home in Hays, her parents; Gerald and Marjorie Walters of Hays, her 
grandmother; Mildred Walters of Hays, three sisters; Jennifer Husselman 
and husband Chris of Augusta, Jolene Wellbrock of Hays, and Janell 
Williams of Wichita, a sister-in-law; Cindy Walters of Hays, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
paternal grandfather; Delbert Walters, maternal grandparents; Felix and 
Mary Rohr, two brothers; Curtis and Craig Walters, and a brother-in-law;
 Steve Wellbrock.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
 Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on 
Thursday, all at the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service
 and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 
Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, DSNWK,
 or to the Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and memories 
of Jessica may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Jessica M. Walters-Bridges

Jackie Lee Fossett, 78, of Mathis, TX, formerly of Atwood, KS, died 
Sunday, June 7, 2020, at Doctor’s Regional Medical Center, in Corpus 
Christi, TX. He was born September 9, 1941, in Norton, KS, to Pleasant 
and Relda (Carpenter) Fossett. Jackie served in the United States Navy. 
He was preceded in death by his parent; wife, Bobbie Kay Fossett; son, 
Jackie Lee Fossett and siblings, Loma Nelson, Alfred Fossett, Clifford 
Fossett, Emery Fossett, Vera Laurent, Inez Manzer and Bertha Brown. 
He is survived by his wife, Cynthia Fossett; children, Kevin (Danielle) 
Fossett, Kathy Whitley, Terri K. Roberson; grandchildren, Stefan 
Fossett, Allison (Mikael) Peters, Devon Brandt and Anna Brandt; great 
granddaughter, Piper Fossett and siblings, Bud (Linda Lou) Fossett, 
Carol (Jim) Williams and Kay Brown. 
Funeral Service is 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby, with visitation from 9:00 a.m. until the service. 
Burial will take place in Beulah Cemetery, Colby. Memorials are 
suggested to the Jackie Lee Fossett Memorial Fund and can be sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information 
or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Jackie Lee Fossett, 78, of Mathis, TX, formerly of Atwood, KS, died 
Sunday, June 7, 2020, at Doctor’s Regional Medical Center, in Corpus 
Christi, TX. He was born September 9, 1941, in Norton, KS, to Pleasant 
and Relda (Carpenter) Fossett. Jackie served in the United States Navy. 
He was preceded in death by his parent; wife, Bobbie Kay Fossett; son, 
Jackie Lee Fossett and siblings, Loma Nelson, Alfred Fossett, Clifford 
Fossett, Emery Fossett, Vera Laurent, Inez Manzer and Bertha Brown. 
He is survived by his wife, Cynthia Fossett; children, Kevin (Danielle) 
Fossett, Kathy Whitley, Terri K. Roberson; grandchildren, Stefan 
Fossett, Allison (Mikael) Peters, Devon Brandt and Anna Brandt; great 
granddaughter, Piper Fossett and siblings, Bud (Linda Lou) Fossett, 
Carol (Jim) Williams and Kay Brown. 
Funeral Service is 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby, with visitation from 9:00 a.m. until the service. 
Burial will take place in Beulah Cemetery, Colby. Memorials are 
suggested to the Jackie Lee Fossett Memorial Fund and can be sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information 
or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Jackie Lee Fossett

Paul Dean Baier, 76, passed away June 15, 2020 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.

He was born March 14, 1944 in Great Bend, the son of Paul Henry and 
Velma (Sally) Marie Kilgore Baier.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was of 
the Catholic faith. He was a farmer and also worked for Ward Feed Yard 
and Larned State Hospital as an electrician. He was a member of the VFW 
Auxiliary, former member of the Jaycees, and was a brass plaque holder 
at Zook Kuntree Klub.

On January 18, 1964, he married Connie L. Conard at Larned. She died 
June 8, 2007. On January 13, 2018 he married Gaile Fussell at Larned; 
she survives.

Other survivors include: a son, Vance (Polly) Baier, Larned; two 
daughters, Cheri (Peter) Phillips and Sonia Jo (Michael) Phillips, both 
of Wichita; two step daughters, Julie (Joe) Schartz, Larned, Stacie 
(Shane) Romine, Isabel; five grandchildren, Celia, Paul, Kiersten, 
Russel, August; seven step grandchildren: Kasi (RaeRae, Australia 
(Brad, Saber, Shanelle, Sy, Sevi, Shandi; and one step great 
grandchild, Keaton.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dennis Baier.

Funeral will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday June 18, 2020 at Beckwith 
Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Jarred Smith presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Larned Cemetery, Larned.

Arrangements by Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550

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 </figure>Paul Dean Baier, 76, passed away June 15, 2020 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.He was born March 14, 1944 in Great Bend, the son of Paul Henry and 
Velma (Sally) Marie Kilgore Baier.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was of 
the Catholic faith. He was a farmer and also worked for Ward Feed Yard 
and Larned State Hospital as an electrician. He was a member of the VFW 
Auxiliary, former member of the Jaycees, and was a brass plaque holder 
at Zook Kuntree Klub.On January 18, 1964, he married Connie L. Conard at Larned. She died 
June 8, 2007. On January 13, 2018 he married Gaile Fussell at Larned; 
she survives.Other survivors include: a son, Vance (Polly) Baier, Larned; two 
daughters, Cheri (Peter) Phillips and Sonia Jo (Michael) Phillips, both 
of Wichita; two step daughters, Julie (Joe) Schartz, Larned, Stacie 
(Shane) Romine, Isabel; five grandchildren, Celia, Paul, Kiersten, 
Russel, August; seven step grandchildren: Kasi (RaeRae, Australia 
(Brad, Saber, Shanelle, Sy, Sevi, Shandi; and one step great 
grandchild, Keaton.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dennis Baier.Funeral will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday June 18, 2020 at Beckwith 
Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Jarred Smith presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Larned Cemetery, Larned.Arrangements by Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550

Paul Dean Baier

Marvin R. Ruder, 93, Hays, died Monday, June 15, 2020 at the Hays Good Samaritan Society.

He was born April 14, 1927 in Hays, the
 son of Frank and Anna (Zimmerman) Ruder, and grew up on a small farm 
south of Hays until the family moved to town.&nbsp; He attended Ellis County 
School and graduated from Hays High School in 1945.&nbsp; On November 24, 
1948 he was united in marriage to Helen Graf in Hays, and began building
 his family and career.&nbsp; They were married 53 years before she preceded 
him in death on March 3, 2002.&nbsp;

Throughout the next 35 years, Marvin 
successfully completed numerous degrees in automotive servicing, and was
 considered to be one of the top mechanics in his field, until his 
retirement.&nbsp; After retiring from automotive repair, Marvin taught 
himself electronics repair, and got so good he could fix almost 
anything.&nbsp; He earned the nickname, Mr. Fix-It.&nbsp; He was a member of 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the St. Mary’s Third Degree 
Knights of Columbus Council #6984, and the Fourth Degree Knights of 
Columbus Bishop Cunningham Assembly.

Survivors include four sons; Tom Ruder 
and wife Margorie of Wichita, Elmer Ruder of Julesburg, CO, Steven Ruder
 and wife Anita L. of Hays, Kevin Ruder and wife Julie of Phoenix, AZ, 
four daughters; Judith Herman and husband Jack of Cleveland, TX, Jeanne 
Billings and husband Dan of Garden City, Janel Befort and husband Bruce 
of Los Alamos, NM, and Jolene Cooper and husband Stan of Hays, two 
brothers; Vernon Ruder of Hays and Harold Ruder of Colorado, a sister; 
Norma Lee of Dodge City, 19 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 4
 great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife; Helen, a daughter-in-law; Karen Ruder, four brothers;
 Elmer J., Lester, Cyril, and Milton Ruder, and two sisters; Marietta 
Stecklein and Agnes Miller.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, June 19, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the St.
 Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on 
Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm followed by a 
combined third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all on 
Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus 
will stand honor guard from 5:30 pm until 6:30.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested
 to the Cancer Council of Ellis County, in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Marvin may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1592242792033.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Marvin R. Ruder, 93, Hays, died Monday, June 15, 2020 at the Hays Good Samaritan Society.He was born April 14, 1927 in Hays, the
 son of Frank and Anna (Zimmerman) Ruder, and grew up on a small farm 
south of Hays until the family moved to town.&nbsp; He attended Ellis County 
School and graduated from Hays High School in 1945.&nbsp; On November 24, 
1948 he was united in marriage to Helen Graf in Hays, and began building
 his family and career.&nbsp; They were married 53 years before she preceded 
him in death on March 3, 2002.&nbsp;Throughout the next 35 years, Marvin 
successfully completed numerous degrees in automotive servicing, and was
 considered to be one of the top mechanics in his field, until his 
retirement.&nbsp; After retiring from automotive repair, Marvin taught 
himself electronics repair, and got so good he could fix almost 
anything.&nbsp; He earned the nickname, Mr. Fix-It.&nbsp; He was a member of 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the St. Mary’s Third Degree 
Knights of Columbus Council #6984, and the Fourth Degree Knights of 
Columbus Bishop Cunningham Assembly.Survivors include four sons; Tom Ruder 
and wife Margorie of Wichita, Elmer Ruder of Julesburg, CO, Steven Ruder
 and wife Anita L. of Hays, Kevin Ruder and wife Julie of Phoenix, AZ, 
four daughters; Judith Herman and husband Jack of Cleveland, TX, Jeanne 
Billings and husband Dan of Garden City, Janel Befort and husband Bruce 
of Los Alamos, NM, and Jolene Cooper and husband Stan of Hays, two 
brothers; Vernon Ruder of Hays and Harold Ruder of Colorado, a sister; 
Norma Lee of Dodge City, 19 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 4
 great-great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife; Helen, a daughter-in-law; Karen Ruder, four brothers;
 Elmer J., Lester, Cyril, and Milton Ruder, and two sisters; Marietta 
Stecklein and Agnes Miller.Mass of Christian burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, June 19, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the St.
 Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on 
Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm followed by a 
combined third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all on 
Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus 
will stand honor guard from 5:30 pm until 6:30.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested
 to the Cancer Council of Ellis County, in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Marvin may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Marvin R. Ruder

Bertha Louise Holzhauer was born on February 23, 1924, to Paul and Emma 
(Keller) Holzhauer in Palco, Kansas, in the home she lived in until she 
was married.


Bertha married her high school (Palco, KS) sweetheart, Dwite Brown, 
on June 10, 1943. She gave birth to five children and was the matriarch 
to 77 family members when she went to be with her heavenly father, March
 5, 2020, at the age of 96. Bertha was many things to many people . . . 
wife, mother, grandma, pastor’s wife, hostess, friend . . . and so much 
more. She was committed to doing the will of God and spent her years 
loving God, her family, God’s church, and her community.  


In recent years, with a smile on her face, she reminded everyone 
that … “This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be 
glad in it.”  Psalm 118:24


Bertha is preceded in death by her husband, Dwite; sister, Agnes Deines/Wasinger; and grandson, Steven Beaumont. 


Bertha is survived by her older sister, Elvera Beiker, and her 
children, Denda Trapp, Ron and Denise Brown, Paula Wilson, Emery and 
Delores Brown, and Denise and Greg Baker, who miss her greatly.  Bertha 
has 29 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren (with 4 more on the way) 
and 2 great-great-grandchildren.


A celebration of Bertha’s life will be held at the Wakeeney Church of God on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 starting at 2:30 PM.
 Memorials are suggested to Hospice Services, Inc. or WaKeeney Church
 of God and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 
1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1583776021089.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Bertha Louise Holzhauer was born on February 23, 1924, to Paul and Emma 
(Keller) Holzhauer in Palco, Kansas, in the home she lived in until she 
was married.
Bertha married her high school (Palco, KS) sweetheart, Dwite Brown, 
on June 10, 1943. She gave birth to five children and was the matriarch 
to 77 family members when she went to be with her heavenly father, March
 5, 2020, at the age of 96. Bertha was many things to many people . . . 
wife, mother, grandma, pastor’s wife, hostess, friend . . . and so much 
more. She was committed to doing the will of God and spent her years 
loving God, her family, God’s church, and her community. 
In recent years, with a smile on her face, she reminded everyone 
that … “This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be 
glad in it.” Psalm 118:24
Bertha is preceded in death by her husband, Dwite; sister, Agnes Deines/Wasinger; and grandson, Steven Beaumont. 
Bertha is survived by her older sister, Elvera Beiker, and her 
children, Denda Trapp, Ron and Denise Brown, Paula Wilson, Emery and 
Delores Brown, and Denise and Greg Baker, who miss her greatly. Bertha 
has 29 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren (with 4 more on the way) 
and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Bertha’s life will be held at the Wakeeney Church of God on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 starting at 2:30 PM.
 Memorials are suggested to Hospice Services, Inc. or WaKeeney Church
 of God and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 
1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Bertha Louise Brown

Cheryl Deines, of WaKeeney, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. &nbsp;

Cheryl was born to Roy David Keller, Jr. and Martha Joan Campbell in Chanute, KS, on January 28, 1958.

She graduated from WaKeeney High School in 1976, and then received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Fort Hays State University. She was a Speech-Language Pathologist for 27 years in WaKeeney and Quinter, retiring in 2016.&nbsp;

Cheryl married Keith Michael Deines on August 7, 1977, in WaKeeney, and they enjoyed 42 years of marriage. They welcomed their daughter, Casey, in 1982. Cheryl was overjoyed by the birth of her grandson Samuel on June 21, 2019, sharing many smiles, hugs, songs, and stories in their time together.

Cheryl loved her family, friends and dog Mo and had a passion for the outdoors and horses. She was known for her warm smile and kind heart. She had a gift for writing and storytelling and shared this beautiful gift with many over the years.&nbsp;

Cheryl passed away from cancer, at her home surrounded by the love of her husband, daughter, and son-in-law Douglas Shepperd. She will be dearly missed by her family — her husband; her mother; daughter, Casey and husband Douglas Shepperd of Lawrence, Kansas; grandson, Samuel; brothers, Jim and wife Liesel Keller of Hays, Kansas, John and wife Pam Keller of Lawrence, Kansas; sister, Roanne Stein of Salina, Kansas; nieces, Jenna and Campbell Keller, Sylvia and Julie Keller, and Kursti Hileman; and nephews Matthew and Christopher Reed; brother-in-law Rick and wife Leta Deines of WaKeeney, Kansas; niece, Sally Standard; and nephew Tyson Deines. She was preceded in death by her father, and niece, Jamie Keller.

Celebration of Life service will be 9:30 a.m., Saturday, June 20, 2020, at WaKeeney City Park. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to WaKeeney United Methodist Church or Old Friends Equine farm in Kentucky.&nbsp; Donations to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS&nbsp; 67672.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.schmittfuneral.com.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/6/1592242348426.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Cheryl Deines, of WaKeeney, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. &nbsp;Cheryl was born to Roy David Keller, Jr. and Martha Joan Campbell in Chanute, KS, on January 28, 1958.She graduated from WaKeeney High School in 1976, and then received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Fort Hays State University. She was a Speech-Language Pathologist for 27 years in WaKeeney and Quinter, retiring in 2016.&nbsp;Cheryl married Keith Michael Deines on August 7, 1977, in WaKeeney, and they enjoyed 42 years of marriage. They welcomed their daughter, Casey, in 1982. Cheryl was overjoyed by the birth of her grandson Samuel on June 21, 2019, sharing many smiles, hugs, songs, and stories in their time together.Cheryl loved her family, friends and dog Mo and had a passion for the outdoors and horses. She was known for her warm smile and kind heart. She had a gift for writing and storytelling and shared this beautiful gift with many over the years.&nbsp;Cheryl passed away from cancer, at her home surrounded by the love of her husband, daughter, and son-in-law Douglas Shepperd. She will be dearly missed by her family — her husband; her mother; daughter, Casey and husband Douglas Shepperd of Lawrence, Kansas; grandson, Samuel; brothers, Jim and wife Liesel Keller of Hays, Kansas, John and wife Pam Keller of Lawrence, Kansas; sister, Roanne Stein of Salina, Kansas; nieces, Jenna and Campbell Keller, Sylvia and Julie Keller, and Kursti Hileman; and nephews Matthew and Christopher Reed; brother-in-law Rick and wife Leta Deines of WaKeeney, Kansas; niece, Sally Standard; and nephew Tyson Deines. She was preceded in death by her father, and niece, Jamie Keller.Celebration of Life service will be 9:30 a.m., Saturday, June 20, 2020, at WaKeeney City Park. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to WaKeeney United Methodist Church or Old Friends Equine farm in Kentucky.&nbsp; Donations to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS&nbsp; 67672.Condolences may be left for the family at www.schmittfuneral.com.&nbsp;

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