Edwin “Speed” Sander was born April 8, 1928 in Victoria, KS. Speed was 
the first boy born of Severin A. Sander and Brigette L. Graf. He had 
five older sisters, Severina Engel, Edna Erwin, Alberta Lile, Lucille 
Sander and Alice Schoenberger. He had four younger brothers, Melvin, 
Alvin, Marvin, and Ronald Sander. The family lived outside of Gove, 
Kansas growing up, then moved to Monument, Kansas. Speed graduated from 
Monument High School in 1947. He married Dorothy Marie Stwalley on 
October 27, 1947 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Oakley, Kansas. 


They moved to Denver, where as a young man, he washed windows on skyscrapers. 


Richard Lee was born January 21, 1949. Robert Alan was born March 21, 
1950. Linda Susan was born June 8, 1951. Shortly thereafter, Speed and 
Dorothy moved back to Oakley. Speed opened his own auto repair shop. 


In 1956 they moved to Wheatridge, Colorado and bought their first home. 
Speed worked for Weaver-Beatty Motor Company. They enjoyed visiting 
Speed’s siblings around the Denver area. 


Dorothy and Speed were members of the Unclub Car Club in Denver and participated in many car shows in Kansas and Colorado. 


In 1993 Speed and Dorothy moved to Oakley once again. They thoroughly 
enjoyed being members of the Oakley Dance Club. Speed built street rods 
and displayed them around the area at car shows and parades. 


Speed leaves behind to mourn his passing his three children, Richard 
Sander, Robert and Kathy Sander and Linda and Gary Kentch; five 
grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren: Sean and Alison Kentch and
 Madison and Logan; Robert and Brandy Kentch and Faith, Bridget, and 
Garrett; Susan and Gavin James and Colin, Sydney and Preston, and Alex; 
Dustin and Maggie Sander and Elke and Beatrice; Brandon and Sara Sander 
and Major and Duke. He is survived by his brother and sister in law 
Marvin and Erma Sander and a host of nieces and nephews. 


Speed’s memory lives on thru friends and family. He will be buried at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Edwin “Speed” Sander was born April 8, 1928 in Victoria, KS. Speed was 
the first boy born of Severin A. Sander and Brigette L. Graf. He had 
five older sisters, Severina Engel, Edna Erwin, Alberta Lile, Lucille 
Sander and Alice Schoenberger. He had four younger brothers, Melvin, 
Alvin, Marvin, and Ronald Sander. The family lived outside of Gove, 
Kansas growing up, then moved to Monument, Kansas. Speed graduated from 
Monument High School in 1947. He married Dorothy Marie Stwalley on 
October 27, 1947 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Oakley, Kansas. 
They moved to Denver, where as a young man, he washed windows on skyscrapers. 
Richard Lee was born January 21, 1949. Robert Alan was born March 21, 
1950. Linda Susan was born June 8, 1951. Shortly thereafter, Speed and 
Dorothy moved back to Oakley. Speed opened his own auto repair shop. 
In 1956 they moved to Wheatridge, Colorado and bought their first home. 
Speed worked for Weaver-Beatty Motor Company. They enjoyed visiting 
Speed’s siblings around the Denver area. 
Dorothy and Speed were members of the Unclub Car Club in Denver and participated in many car shows in Kansas and Colorado. 
In 1993 Speed and Dorothy moved to Oakley once again. They thoroughly 
enjoyed being members of the Oakley Dance Club. Speed built street rods 
and displayed them around the area at car shows and parades. 
Speed leaves behind to mourn his passing his three children, Richard 
Sander, Robert and Kathy Sander and Linda and Gary Kentch; five 
grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren: Sean and Alison Kentch and
 Madison and Logan; Robert and Brandy Kentch and Faith, Bridget, and 
Garrett; Susan and Gavin James and Colin, Sydney and Preston, and Alex; 
Dustin and Maggie Sander and Elke and Beatrice; Brandon and Sara Sander 
and Major and Duke. He is survived by his brother and sister in law 
Marvin and Erma Sander and a host of nieces and nephews. 
Speed’s memory lives on thru friends and family. He will be buried at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Edwin 'Speed' Sander

Gail
 Ray Graham, 79, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 1:08 a.m., Friday,
 May 15th, 2020 peacefully at Mercy Hospital, Moundridge. 

 Gail was born in Stockton, Kansas on August 20, 1940, a son of the late Lois Maxine (Weems) and Robert William Graham. 


 Gail entered into the United States Army on August 23, 1961 and served 
his Country during the Vietnam War and honorably discharged on August 
21, 1964. 

 Gail worked for Chem Star of McPherson as a Laborer and owned and operated a Bait Shop at his home. 


 Gail enjoyed fishing, camping, working on 1940's and 50's cars, doing 
puzzles, building model tanks and airplanes, spending time with family 
especially the grandchildren. 

 Gail Ray Graham was united in 
marriage to Olive Ellen VanWey on November 9, 1964 at Osborn, Kansas. 
The young couple were blessed with the birth of three children, two 
daughters, Diana and Pamela and one son Allen. 

 He is survived 
by his loving and devoted wife of over fifty-five years, Olive Graham, 
of Inman, Kansas; his daughters, Diana Ramos and husband Alex, of El 
Paso, Texas and Pamela "Pam" Burns and husband Doyle, of Wichita, 
Kansas; his sister, Glenna Fuller and her husband Roger , of Chapman, 
Kansas; his six grandchildren, Cristina, Alexander, Ericka, Felicity, 
Jesse, and Kathyrne; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews,
 other relatives and a host of friends. 

 He was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Allen Ray Graham. 


 Memorials are suggested to the McPherson County Food Bank in memory of 
Gail and they can be sent to Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West 
Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.


<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Gail
 Ray Graham, 79, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 1:08 a.m., Friday,
 May 15th, 2020 peacefully at Mercy Hospital, Moundridge. Gail was born in Stockton, Kansas on August 20, 1940, a son of the late Lois Maxine (Weems) and Robert William Graham. 
 Gail entered into the United States Army on August 23, 1961 and served 
his Country during the Vietnam War and honorably discharged on August 
21, 1964. Gail worked for Chem Star of McPherson as a Laborer and owned and operated a Bait Shop at his home. 
 Gail enjoyed fishing, camping, working on 1940's and 50's cars, doing 
puzzles, building model tanks and airplanes, spending time with family 
especially the grandchildren. Gail Ray Graham was united in 
marriage to Olive Ellen VanWey on November 9, 1964 at Osborn, Kansas. 
The young couple were blessed with the birth of three children, two 
daughters, Diana and Pamela and one son Allen. He is survived 
by his loving and devoted wife of over fifty-five years, Olive Graham, 
of Inman, Kansas; his daughters, Diana Ramos and husband Alex, of El 
Paso, Texas and Pamela "Pam" Burns and husband Doyle, of Wichita, 
Kansas; his sister, Glenna Fuller and her husband Roger , of Chapman, 
Kansas; his six grandchildren, Cristina, Alexander, Ericka, Felicity, 
Jesse, and Kathyrne; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews,
 other relatives and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Allen Ray Graham. Services will be at a later date. 
 Memorials are suggested to the McPherson County Food Bank in memory of 
Gail and they can be sent to Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West 
Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Gail Ray Graham

John K. Harmon, 83, passed away May 16, 2020 at his home in Larned.

He was born June 6, 1936 in Larned to Kenneth R. and Lorrena M. Pryor Harmon.

A lifetime area resident he was an auto driver at Larned State 
Hospital. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Knights 
of Columbus, Larned Jaycee’s, was a boy scout leader, enjoyed being 
involved with the Santa Fe Trail Auto Club and he served in the United 
States Army.

Survivors include: step daughter, Marsha Hurst, Larned; sister, Joan 
(Steve) Winkler, Albuquerque, NM; nephew, Pat Winkler, Albuquerque, NM; 
one niece, Molly Winkler, Albuquerque, NM and a great niece Hailey Paige
 Winkler, Tuscon, Arizona.

He was preceded in death by; a nephew Jeff Winkler.

Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Larned Cemetery 
with Father Bernard Felix presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 
8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp; Burial with military 
graveside rites will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society, Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church or the Philmont Scout Ranch, all in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences
 may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

John K. Harmon, 83, passed away May 16, 2020 at his home in Larned.He was born June 6, 1936 in Larned to Kenneth R. and Lorrena M. Pryor Harmon.A lifetime area resident he was an auto driver at Larned State 
Hospital. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Knights 
of Columbus, Larned Jaycee’s, was a boy scout leader, enjoyed being 
involved with the Santa Fe Trail Auto Club and he served in the United 
States Army.Survivors include: step daughter, Marsha Hurst, Larned; sister, Joan 
(Steve) Winkler, Albuquerque, NM; nephew, Pat Winkler, Albuquerque, NM; 
one niece, Molly Winkler, Albuquerque, NM and a great niece Hailey Paige
 Winkler, Tuscon, Arizona.He was preceded in death by; a nephew Jeff Winkler.Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Larned Cemetery 
with Father Bernard Felix presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 
8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp; Burial with military 
graveside rites will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society, Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church or the Philmont Scout Ranch, all in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences
 may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

John K. Harmon

Leila Joyce (Pearce) Messick, 90, passed away May 16, 2020, at 
Brookdale Assisted Senior Living, Great Bend. Leila was born on August 
23, 1929, in Hollis, Kansas, to Chester &amp; Ada (Bleu) Pearce. She 
married Roy H. Miller, on March 15, 1949. Roy passed away February 28, 
1987. Leila then married Jack Messick, on June 8, 1990, in Alden, 
Kansas.

Leila, a Great Bend resident, was a teller at Security State Bank. 
She was an active member of the Presbyterian church, Women’s Circle, and
 the Great Bend Historical Society. Leila enjoyed flower gardening, yard
 work, bird watching, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Survivors include, her husband, Jack Messick of Eureka; a son, Jay 
Miller (Karole Erikson) and family of Great Bend; a daughter, Yvone 
Mitchell (Dale) and family of Omaha, Neb.; a brother, Harold Pearce of 
Houston, Tex.; step children, Fred Messick and family of Valley Center, 
and Cathy (Messick) Coon and family of Eureka. She was preceded in death
 by her first husband, Roy Miller; step children, William “Bo” Messick 
and Jackie Pryce; four sisters, Dorothy, Darlene, Norma and Lois; and a 
brother, James.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2020
 at Bryant Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., 
Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at Great Bend Cemetery, with Reverend Kathy 
Luke presiding. A recording of the service will be available that 
afternoon at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a> 
under Leila’s obituary. Memorials are suggested to the Barton Community 
College Foundation for the benefit of the music department, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589818079483.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Leila Joyce (Pearce) Messick, 90, passed away May 16, 2020, at 
Brookdale Assisted Senior Living, Great Bend. Leila was born on August 
23, 1929, in Hollis, Kansas, to Chester &amp; Ada (Bleu) Pearce. She 
married Roy H. Miller, on March 15, 1949. Roy passed away February 28, 
1987. Leila then married Jack Messick, on June 8, 1990, in Alden, 
Kansas.Leila, a Great Bend resident, was a teller at Security State Bank. 
She was an active member of the Presbyterian church, Women’s Circle, and
 the Great Bend Historical Society. Leila enjoyed flower gardening, yard
 work, bird watching, traveling, and spending time with her family.Survivors include, her husband, Jack Messick of Eureka; a son, Jay 
Miller (Karole Erikson) and family of Great Bend; a daughter, Yvone 
Mitchell (Dale) and family of Omaha, Neb.; a brother, Harold Pearce of 
Houston, Tex.; step children, Fred Messick and family of Valley Center, 
and Cathy (Messick) Coon and family of Eureka. She was preceded in death
 by her first husband, Roy Miller; step children, William “Bo” Messick 
and Jackie Pryce; four sisters, Dorothy, Darlene, Norma and Lois; and a 
brother, James.Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2020
 at Bryant Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., 
Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at Great Bend Cemetery, with Reverend Kathy 
Luke presiding. A recording of the service will be available that 
afternoon at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a> 
under Leila’s obituary. Memorials are suggested to the Barton Community 
College Foundation for the benefit of the music department, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

Leila Joyce (Pearce) Messick

M. Aileen Bryant, 93, a longtime resident of Great Bend, passed away
 Sunday, May 17, 2020, at Almost Home, an assisted living facility in 
Great Bend, Kan., where she had been a resident for five years. She was 
born in Hoisington, Kan., on July 1, 1926, the daughter of Willard Byron
 “Bus” and Frances Fern (Kent) Hall. Aileen married Laurence Eugene 
“Larry” Bryant Jan. 1, 1947, in Hoisington. Larry passed away June 6, 
2011.

Aileen was a graduate of Hoisington High School. Following 
graduation, she worked for Pennsylvania Central Airlines and lived in 
Detroit, and following marriage, lived in Philadelphia for three years, 
while Larry attended Eckles College of Mortuary Science. Aileen later 
worked for American State Bank in Great Bend from which she retired 
after 28 years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in
 Great Bend.

Survivors include one son, Craig Bryant and wife Nancy of Osceola, 
Mo.; one daughter, Lexie Frankovich and husband Mike of Houston, Texas; 
one sister, Ramona Tefft of Wichita; six grandchildren, 16 great 
grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Aileen was preceded in 
passing by her husband, Larry; and two brothers, Bob Hall and Kent Hall.

Due to the current limitations and restrictions, a memorial service 
will be scheduled for a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to Almost
 Home, Inc., in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

M. Aileen Bryant, 93, a longtime resident of Great Bend, passed away
 Sunday, May 17, 2020, at Almost Home, an assisted living facility in 
Great Bend, Kan., where she had been a resident for five years. She was 
born in Hoisington, Kan., on July 1, 1926, the daughter of Willard Byron
 “Bus” and Frances Fern (Kent) Hall. Aileen married Laurence Eugene 
“Larry” Bryant Jan. 1, 1947, in Hoisington. Larry passed away June 6, 
2011.Aileen was a graduate of Hoisington High School. Following 
graduation, she worked for Pennsylvania Central Airlines and lived in 
Detroit, and following marriage, lived in Philadelphia for three years, 
while Larry attended Eckles College of Mortuary Science. Aileen later 
worked for American State Bank in Great Bend from which she retired 
after 28 years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in
 Great Bend.Survivors include one son, Craig Bryant and wife Nancy of Osceola, 
Mo.; one daughter, Lexie Frankovich and husband Mike of Houston, Texas; 
one sister, Ramona Tefft of Wichita; six grandchildren, 16 great 
grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Aileen was preceded in 
passing by her husband, Larry; and two brothers, Bob Hall and Kent Hall.Due to the current limitations and restrictions, a memorial service 
will be scheduled for a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to Almost
 Home, Inc., in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

M. Aileen Bryant

Forrest Henry Schneider, 99, died Friday May 15, 2020 at Lane County 
Hospital in Dighton, Kansas. He was born January 12, 1921 in Timken, 
Kansas the son of Henry L. and Elsie Emily (Grunwald) Schneider. 


Forrest attended grade school and high school in Dighton and then went 
on to attend Fort Hays State University where he received his teaching 
license. He taught at a country school for a short time and even had one
 of his sisters as a student. 


On May 27, 1945 he married Donna L. McCoy in Lane County, Kansas, just 
shy of 75 years ago. Forrest farmed in the Lane County area until 1953 
when the two moved to Salida, Colorado. There he worked as a Deputy 
Water Commissioner for Chaffee County, raised lambs, and kept busy with 
carpentry work. Forrest and Donna returned to Dighton in 1980 where he 
continued his trade as a carpenter, often being called on by those in 
the community for jobs big or small. Forrest was always a very hard 
worker and stayed at it until the task was complete. 


Forrest and Donna enjoyed traveling and spent many winters in warmer 
climates. Involved in several activities and memberships including the 
First Christian Church, Officer at the J.O.Y. Center, The Saddle Club, 
Dighton Broncos, High Plains Roamers, Snowmobile Club, and the Square 
Dance Club. He and Donna even ran dances at McCoy Hall, twice a month 
they would have an orchestra come and perform, as well as other teen and
 adult dances.  


Survivors include his wife -Donna of the home,  sisters-in-law -Rita 
Roehl of Dighton and Dora Mae Bowman of Scott City, nieces - Pam 
Augustine of Ellis, Cheri Benjamin of Antigua, West Indies, Glenda 
Cheatum of Syracuse, Cindy Bailey of Scott City, Diane Cramer of Topeka,
 Anita Mumma of Louisiana, and nephew - Rad Roehl also of Dighton. He is
 preceded in death by his parents and two sisters- Vernetta Mumma Harper
 and Phyllis Bowman. 


A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00pm Monday May 18, 2020 at the 
Dighton Memorial Cemetery with Alana Chapman officiating.  The service 
will also be available via Facebook Live. Memorial contributions are 
suggested to the First Christian Church or the J.O.Y. Center in care of 
Boomhower Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted 
at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589743453685.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Forrest Henry Schneider, 99, died Friday May 15, 2020 at Lane County 
Hospital in Dighton, Kansas. He was born January 12, 1921 in Timken, 
Kansas the son of Henry L. and Elsie Emily (Grunwald) Schneider. 
Forrest attended grade school and high school in Dighton and then went 
on to attend Fort Hays State University where he received his teaching 
license. He taught at a country school for a short time and even had one
 of his sisters as a student. 
On May 27, 1945 he married Donna L. McCoy in Lane County, Kansas, just 
shy of 75 years ago. Forrest farmed in the Lane County area until 1953 
when the two moved to Salida, Colorado. There he worked as a Deputy 
Water Commissioner for Chaffee County, raised lambs, and kept busy with 
carpentry work. Forrest and Donna returned to Dighton in 1980 where he 
continued his trade as a carpenter, often being called on by those in 
the community for jobs big or small. Forrest was always a very hard 
worker and stayed at it until the task was complete. 
Forrest and Donna enjoyed traveling and spent many winters in warmer 
climates. Involved in several activities and memberships including the 
First Christian Church, Officer at the J.O.Y. Center, The Saddle Club, 
Dighton Broncos, High Plains Roamers, Snowmobile Club, and the Square 
Dance Club. He and Donna even ran dances at McCoy Hall, twice a month 
they would have an orchestra come and perform, as well as other teen and
 adult dances. 
Survivors include his wife -Donna of the home,  sisters-in-law -Rita 
Roehl of Dighton and Dora Mae Bowman of Scott City, nieces - Pam 
Augustine of Ellis, Cheri Benjamin of Antigua, West Indies, Glenda 
Cheatum of Syracuse, Cindy Bailey of Scott City, Diane Cramer of Topeka,
 Anita Mumma of Louisiana, and nephew - Rad Roehl also of Dighton. He is
 preceded in death by his parents and two sisters- Vernetta Mumma Harper
 and Phyllis Bowman. 
A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00pm Monday May 18, 2020 at the 
Dighton Memorial Cemetery with Alana Chapman officiating.  The service 
will also be available via Facebook Live. Memorial contributions are 
suggested to the First Christian Church or the J.O.Y. Center in care of 
Boomhower Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted 
at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Forrest Henry Schneider

Steven R. Turley Sr., 65, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020, at the 
Hays Medical Center in Hays. He was born January 28, 1955 in Great Bend 
Kansas the son of Bruce and Hazel (Ward) Turley. Steve married Sandra 
McPhail on June 22, 1991 at the First Assembly of God in Great Bend.

Steve was a lifelong Barton County resident. He served with the US 
Marines during the Viet Nam conflict. He was a member of the VFW Post 
3111. He was passionate at bbq’ing and loved to play with his sons and 
dogs.

Survivors include his wife Sandra of the home; two sons Steve Jr. and
 Shawn Turley both of Hoisington; two brothers Darrell (Mary) Turley and
 Tom Turley all of Great Bend; two sisters Phyllis (Greg) Minet of 
Ocala, FL and Saundra Turley of Great Bend. He was preceded in death by 
his parents.

Visitation will be 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Thursday May 21, 2020 at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Private services will be 2:00 pm Friday May 22, 
2020, at Bryant Funeral Home with Dick Ogle presiding and a public 
livestream will be available at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a> under Steve’s obituary.

In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be given to help with the funeral expense, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589743366899.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Steven R. Turley Sr., 65, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020, at the 
Hays Medical Center in Hays. He was born January 28, 1955 in Great Bend 
Kansas the son of Bruce and Hazel (Ward) Turley. Steve married Sandra 
McPhail on June 22, 1991 at the First Assembly of God in Great Bend.Steve was a lifelong Barton County resident. He served with the US 
Marines during the Viet Nam conflict. He was a member of the VFW Post 
3111. He was passionate at bbq’ing and loved to play with his sons and 
dogs.Survivors include his wife Sandra of the home; two sons Steve Jr. and
 Shawn Turley both of Hoisington; two brothers Darrell (Mary) Turley and
 Tom Turley all of Great Bend; two sisters Phyllis (Greg) Minet of 
Ocala, FL and Saundra Turley of Great Bend. He was preceded in death by 
his parents.Visitation will be 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Thursday May 21, 2020 at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Private services will be 2:00 pm Friday May 22, 
2020, at Bryant Funeral Home with Dick Ogle presiding and a public 
livestream will be available at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a> under Steve’s obituary.In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be given to help with the funeral expense, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Steven R. Turley Sr.

Robby William Frederick passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at the 
Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas, at the age of 47. He 
was born on September 5, 1972 to Robert William and Mary Lou (Weaver) 
Frederick in Salina, Kansas. 


Robby grew up in Northglenn and Frederick, CO and graduated from 
Frederick High School in 1991. He was self-employed as a painter. He 
spent many years together with the love of his life, Marcy Kane, until 
she passed away on June 26, 2016. 


Robby loved music and enjoyed playing cards, fishing, camping, 
riding his motorcycle, and attending car races and Bronco’s games. He 
loved spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews, 
and his dog, Jacqualine, who went everywhere with him. He cherished the 
childhood summers spent in Aurora, Kansas with his aunt and uncle and 
cousins.


Robby was a good-hearted man who worked hard, enjoyed life and 
cherished his family and friends. Although he was taken from us far too 
soon, we know that those we enjoyed and loved, we can never lose, for 
all that we love deeply becomes a part of us. We can smile because he 
lived and left us with cherished memories that will live forever in our 
hearts.  He will be remembered in love.


Robby is survived by his parents, Robert and Mary Lou of Penokee, 
KS; sister, Angela Cruz of Logan, KS; nieces, Nathalia (Coy) Leggett of 
Logan and Lilhiana Cruz of Conway, SC; nephew, Nate Cruz of Logan; 
cousins, Nashelle, Jessica, Jennifer, and Nash; uncles, Ronnie, Jim 
(Laura, Donny, Tommy, and Randy; aunts, Charlene (Erwin, Janice, and 
Tammy; and two daughters.


He is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; 
very special great-aunt Bernadine; great-uncle Billy; cousin, Kevin; and
 aunt, Pat.


A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 1:30 PM
 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hill City, KS. Visitation 
will be Tuesday 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Stinemetz Funeral Home in Hill 
City.  


Memorials are suggested to the family or Fostering Hope Ministries 
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/2020/5/1589743253080.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Robby William Frederick passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at the 
Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas, at the age of 47. He 
was born on September 5, 1972 to Robert William and Mary Lou (Weaver) 
Frederick in Salina, Kansas. 
Robby grew up in Northglenn and Frederick, CO and graduated from 
Frederick High School in 1991. He was self-employed as a painter. He 
spent many years together with the love of his life, Marcy Kane, until 
she passed away on June 26, 2016. 
Robby loved music and enjoyed playing cards, fishing, camping, 
riding his motorcycle, and attending car races and Bronco’s games. He 
loved spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews, 
and his dog, Jacqualine, who went everywhere with him. He cherished the 
childhood summers spent in Aurora, Kansas with his aunt and uncle and 
cousins.
Robby was a good-hearted man who worked hard, enjoyed life and 
cherished his family and friends. Although he was taken from us far too 
soon, we know that those we enjoyed and loved, we can never lose, for 
all that we love deeply becomes a part of us. We can smile because he 
lived and left us with cherished memories that will live forever in our 
hearts. He will be remembered in love.
Robby is survived by his parents, Robert and Mary Lou of Penokee, 
KS; sister, Angela Cruz of Logan, KS; nieces, Nathalia (Coy) Leggett of 
Logan and Lilhiana Cruz of Conway, SC; nephew, Nate Cruz of Logan; 
cousins, Nashelle, Jessica, Jennifer, and Nash; uncles, Ronnie, Jim 
(Laura, Donny, Tommy, and Randy; aunts, Charlene (Erwin, Janice, and 
Tammy; and two daughters.
He is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; 
very special great-aunt Bernadine; great-uncle Billy; cousin, Kevin; and
 aunt, Pat.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 1:30 PM
 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hill City, KS. Visitation 
will be Tuesday 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Stinemetz Funeral Home in Hill 
City. 
Memorials are suggested to the family or Fostering Hope Ministries 
and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, 
Stockton, KS 67669.

Robby William Frederick

Richard Gail Hoar was born on September 1, 1927 to Harold H. and Inda 
(Merriman) Hoar in Lowell Township, Woodston, KS. He grew up on the 
family farm south &amp; west of Woodston. He attended country school, 
3miles by country road, but learned it was much quicker by crossing the 
river &amp; cutting across the field and pastures.


After graduating from Woodston Rural High School in 1945, Gail 
joined the Navy and served as a cook on the USS Shakle Ship at San 
Diego, California. He returned home to Woodston from the service in 1946
 and began working.


On May 9, 1948, he married Ila Belle Dibble at the United Methodist 
Church in Woodston, KS. They made their home about 1 mile from his 
parents, where two red-headed girls joined the family. The young family 
moved to a farm owned by Gail’s grandfather, Oscar Hoar, in Ash Rock 
Township; the Township in which his ancestors homesteaded and where a 
dark- headed girl joined the family, followed by blonde-headed twin 
girls just 19 months later.


The family then moved to the Elton Murphy Farm just one mile north 
of Woodston, KS. Gail continued to farm and raise crops, cattle, hogs 
and girls. He also became a part-time rural mail carrier. In 1978, Gail 
sold his farm ground keeping the house and 40 acres and became a 
full-time rural carrier serving Woodston and Stockton areas. In 1982, 
Gail moved Ila Belle to Stockton (literally) to the home that they 
shared until moving to Redbud Estates in Plainville in January of 2019.


After retiring as a Rural Mail Carrier in 1992, Gail took up 
woodworking, building many items that he gifted to his kids &amp; 
grandkids. He was also the neighborhood lawn maintenance man, mowing 
yards for family and friends. It was not unusual to see him riding his 
mower down the street heading to his next “job.” He continued to provide
 this service until it became too difficult to drive his mower with his 
cane on it!


Gail accepted Christ as his Lord &amp; Savior as an adult. From that
 moment on, he lived his life reading and studying the Bible and in 
service to his Lord. He was always willing to help a stranger, neighbor,
 or family member if he was able. He tried to instill in his family the 
importance of living a life based on faith in God and living by “The 
Golden Rule.” He is still praying for some of us!


Gail was kind of a “neat freak.” He wanted things organized; a place
 for everything, and everything in its place. It was always a family 
joke to not put down a glass that you were drinking from and leave to go
 to the bathroom for when you returned, it would be picked up, emptied 
out and in the dishwasher. If cleanliness is next to Godliness, he was 
right there. How many men do you know that would get down on his hands 
and knees and clean the whole living room carpet with a dust buster?! 
That cleaning gene may have skipped a generation…or two. Even when it 
got more difficult for him to get around, he still wanted to know what 
was going on in the lives of those he cared about.


Gail is survived by his wife of 72 years, Ila Belle Hoar; daughters 
Diana Luhman and husband Ray of Colby, KS, Brinda Hahn of Osborne, KS, 
Anita Conger, and Bonita Wagner and husband Tony, all of Stockton, KS; 
10 grandchildren, David (Jennifer Morrissey, Karrina (Craig) Brasser, 
Richard (Michele) Hahn, Rebecca (Mat) McNeal, Kristy (Scott) Nuzum, John
 (Tina) Conger, Jake Conger (Barb Ard, Jana (Joe) Becker, Scott (Jess) 
Wagner, and Travis (Betsy) Wagner; 25 great-grandchildren, Kalyn (Logan)
 Hower, Dalton &amp; Carter Brasser, Eli, Audrey &amp; Emree Hahn, 
Ashton, Brayden &amp; Tirion McNeal, Taylor Hahn, Cody, Colter, Jeston, 
Chase, Kya &amp; Trayven Conger, Missy &amp; DJ Ard, Harper &amp; Hallee
 Becker, Ayden &amp; Gemma Wagner, McKenna &amp; Kaden Varlack and Perri
 Wagner; and sister Arlyne (LeRoy) Hutton.


Gail is preceeded in death by his parents, his sister Barbara Nelson and daughter Valeria Morrissey.


Graveside services will be held on Monday, May 18, 2020 at the 
Woodston Cemetery, Woodston, KS at 2:00 PM. There will be no public 
visitation.


Memorial donations are suggested in lieu of flowers to Woodston 
United Methodist Church or Stockton Food Pantry and may be sent in care 
of the Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669. 
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com
  


While cleaning out his personal belongings, a poem was found hanging in his office in his handwriting.


Believe you are somebody and belong to something important 


We are a child of God and a member of this Kingdom, 


There is no higher status in all this life.”


<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589743181437.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Richard Gail Hoar was born on September 1, 1927 to Harold H. and Inda 
(Merriman) Hoar in Lowell Township, Woodston, KS. He grew up on the 
family farm south &amp; west of Woodston. He attended country school, 
3miles by country road, but learned it was much quicker by crossing the 
river &amp; cutting across the field and pastures.
After graduating from Woodston Rural High School in 1945, Gail 
joined the Navy and served as a cook on the USS Shakle Ship at San 
Diego, California. He returned home to Woodston from the service in 1946
 and began working.
On May 9, 1948, he married Ila Belle Dibble at the United Methodist 
Church in Woodston, KS. They made their home about 1 mile from his 
parents, where two red-headed girls joined the family. The young family 
moved to a farm owned by Gail’s grandfather, Oscar Hoar, in Ash Rock 
Township; the Township in which his ancestors homesteaded and where a 
dark- headed girl joined the family, followed by blonde-headed twin 
girls just 19 months later.
The family then moved to the Elton Murphy Farm just one mile north 
of Woodston, KS. Gail continued to farm and raise crops, cattle, hogs 
and girls. He also became a part-time rural mail carrier. In 1978, Gail 
sold his farm ground keeping the house and 40 acres and became a 
full-time rural carrier serving Woodston and Stockton areas. In 1982, 
Gail moved Ila Belle to Stockton (literally) to the home that they 
shared until moving to Redbud Estates in Plainville in January of 2019.
After retiring as a Rural Mail Carrier in 1992, Gail took up 
woodworking, building many items that he gifted to his kids &amp; 
grandkids. He was also the neighborhood lawn maintenance man, mowing 
yards for family and friends. It was not unusual to see him riding his 
mower down the street heading to his next “job.” He continued to provide
 this service until it became too difficult to drive his mower with his 
cane on it!
Gail accepted Christ as his Lord &amp; Savior as an adult. From that
 moment on, he lived his life reading and studying the Bible and in 
service to his Lord. He was always willing to help a stranger, neighbor,
 or family member if he was able. He tried to instill in his family the 
importance of living a life based on faith in God and living by “The 
Golden Rule.” He is still praying for some of us!
Gail was kind of a “neat freak.” He wanted things organized; a place
 for everything, and everything in its place. It was always a family 
joke to not put down a glass that you were drinking from and leave to go
 to the bathroom for when you returned, it would be picked up, emptied 
out and in the dishwasher. If cleanliness is next to Godliness, he was 
right there. How many men do you know that would get down on his hands 
and knees and clean the whole living room carpet with a dust buster?! 
That cleaning gene may have skipped a generation…or two. Even when it 
got more difficult for him to get around, he still wanted to know what 
was going on in the lives of those he cared about.
Gail is survived by his wife of 72 years, Ila Belle Hoar; daughters 
Diana Luhman and husband Ray of Colby, KS, Brinda Hahn of Osborne, KS, 
Anita Conger, and Bonita Wagner and husband Tony, all of Stockton, KS; 
10 grandchildren, David (Jennifer Morrissey, Karrina (Craig) Brasser, 
Richard (Michele) Hahn, Rebecca (Mat) McNeal, Kristy (Scott) Nuzum, John
 (Tina) Conger, Jake Conger (Barb Ard, Jana (Joe) Becker, Scott (Jess) 
Wagner, and Travis (Betsy) Wagner; 25 great-grandchildren, Kalyn (Logan)
 Hower, Dalton &amp; Carter Brasser, Eli, Audrey &amp; Emree Hahn, 
Ashton, Brayden &amp; Tirion McNeal, Taylor Hahn, Cody, Colter, Jeston, 
Chase, Kya &amp; Trayven Conger, Missy &amp; DJ Ard, Harper &amp; Hallee
 Becker, Ayden &amp; Gemma Wagner, McKenna &amp; Kaden Varlack and Perri
 Wagner; and sister Arlyne (LeRoy) Hutton.
Gail is preceeded in death by his parents, his sister Barbara Nelson and daughter Valeria Morrissey.
Graveside services will be held on Monday, May 18, 2020 at the 
Woodston Cemetery, Woodston, KS at 2:00 PM. There will be no public 
visitation.
Memorial donations are suggested in lieu of flowers to Woodston 
United Methodist Church or Stockton Food Pantry and may be sent in care 
of the Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669. 
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com
 
While cleaning out his personal belongings, a poem was found hanging in his office in his handwriting.
“Hold your head up high, 
Believe you are somebody and belong to something important 
Because you are and you do.
We are a child of God and a member of this Kingdom, 
There is no higher status in all this life.”
~ Author Unknown

Richard Gail Hoar

Phyllis Jean Schuster, age 95, of Hays, KS passed away May 10, 2020 at Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.&nbsp; She was born October 30, 1924 in Garrison, KS to Jesse and Helen (McCann) Turley. She married William Schuster on September 13, 1947 in Ellis, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 1995.

Phyllis was a United States Navy veteran.&nbsp; She was a member of the Hays Women’s Bowling Association for many years, as well as the Great Bend VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

She is survived by her sister, Donna Kay Dick of Russell, KS, sister in law Margaret Turley, Independence, MO, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and two brothers, Wayne Turley and Francis Turley.

Funeral services will be held at a later date and announced by Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, Kansas 67601.

Contributions made payable to Ride for Hope 2021 Cancer Run are suggested in lieu of flowers and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589656903828.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Phyllis Jean Schuster, age 95, of Hays, KS passed away May 10, 2020 at Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.&nbsp; She was born October 30, 1924 in Garrison, KS to Jesse and Helen (McCann) Turley. She married William Schuster on September 13, 1947 in Ellis, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 1995.Phyllis was a United States Navy veteran.&nbsp; She was a member of the Hays Women’s Bowling Association for many years, as well as the Great Bend VFW Ladies Auxiliary.She is survived by her sister, Donna Kay Dick of Russell, KS, sister in law Margaret Turley, Independence, MO, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and two brothers, Wayne Turley and Francis Turley.Funeral services will be held at a later date and announced by Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, Kansas 67601.Contributions made payable to Ride for Hope 2021 Cancer Run are suggested in lieu of flowers and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Phyllis Jean Schuster

September 5, 1972
 -
 May 14, 2020

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

September 5, 1972
 -
 May 14, 2020An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Elvira “Vera” M. Bellendir, 88, passed away May 15, 2020, at 
Medicalodges of Kinsley. She was born on April 29, 1932, in Loretto, to 
Joe G. and Hildegard "Hilda" M. (Von Feldt) Basgall. She married Vernon 
John Bellendir on May 7, 1951, in Loretto. He died August 11, 2008.

Coming from Russell in 1955, Vera was the secretary for St. Rose of 
Lima Catholic Church for over 25 years. She was also a member of the 
Church and Altar Society. She enjoyed sewing and cooking, but especially
 enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandson.

Survivors include a son Brian Bellendir and wife Carol of Great Bend;
 two daughters, Lynee Habiger and husband James of Kinsley, and Tracy 
Ummen and husband Mark of Springfield, Va.; a sister Arbutus "Boots" 
Maltby and husband Bob of Great Bend; six grandchildren, Audrey 
Bellendir of Great Bend, Adam Bellendir of Hudson, Megan Bulleigh and 
husband Josh of Salina, Clayton Habiger of Memphis, Tenn., Christopher 
Ummen and wife Helenna of Reston, Va., and Sarah Ummen of Springfield, 
Va.; and a great grandson Wesley Bulleigh of Salina. She was preceded in
 death by her parents; husband Vernon Bellendir; grandson Evan Habiger; 
and three brothers, Marvin Basgall, Eddie Basgall, and Delbert Basgall.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2020 
at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 4:00 to 6:30
 p.m. A private family Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m. and a public 
livestream will be available at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a>
 under Vera’s obituary. A Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held 
at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church Monday May 18, with Father Don 
Bedore and Father Terrance Klein presiding. A recording of the service 
will available for viewing that afternoon at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a>
 under Vera’s obituary. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589656794001.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Elvira “Vera” M. Bellendir, 88, passed away May 15, 2020, at 
Medicalodges of Kinsley. She was born on April 29, 1932, in Loretto, to 
Joe G. and Hildegard "Hilda" M. (Von Feldt) Basgall. She married Vernon 
John Bellendir on May 7, 1951, in Loretto. He died August 11, 2008.Coming from Russell in 1955, Vera was the secretary for St. Rose of 
Lima Catholic Church for over 25 years. She was also a member of the 
Church and Altar Society. She enjoyed sewing and cooking, but especially
 enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandson.Survivors include a son Brian Bellendir and wife Carol of Great Bend;
 two daughters, Lynee Habiger and husband James of Kinsley, and Tracy 
Ummen and husband Mark of Springfield, Va.; a sister Arbutus "Boots" 
Maltby and husband Bob of Great Bend; six grandchildren, Audrey 
Bellendir of Great Bend, Adam Bellendir of Hudson, Megan Bulleigh and 
husband Josh of Salina, Clayton Habiger of Memphis, Tenn., Christopher 
Ummen and wife Helenna of Reston, Va., and Sarah Ummen of Springfield, 
Va.; and a great grandson Wesley Bulleigh of Salina. She was preceded in
 death by her parents; husband Vernon Bellendir; grandson Evan Habiger; 
and three brothers, Marvin Basgall, Eddie Basgall, and Delbert Basgall.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2020 
at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 4:00 to 6:30
 p.m. A private family Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m. and a public 
livestream will be available at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a>
 under Vera’s obituary. A Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held 
at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church Monday May 18, with Father Don 
Bedore and Father Terrance Klein presiding. A recording of the service 
will available for viewing that afternoon at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net/">www.bryantfh.net</a>
 under Vera’s obituary. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Elvira 'Vera' M. Bellendir

Lois Jayne Becker Pierson, 81, passed away May 15, 2020, at her home 
in Great Bend. She was born July 10, 1938, in Great Bend, to Fred and 
Frieda (Morris) Smith. Lois married Gene Edward Becker Nov. 21, 1957, in
 Great Bend. Gene passed away July 16, 1984. She then married Jerry 
Allen Pierson April 17, 1993, in Great Bend. Jerry passed away November 
20, 2011.

Lois, a Great Bend resident, was a bookkeeper for Fuller Brush 
Industries, retiring in 2004, previously working as a med aide for 
several area nursing homes. She was an active member of King United 
Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, former member of The Argonne 
Rebels Drum and Bugle Corps, and enjoyed fellowship with former 
classmates, friends and especially, her family.

Survivors include four sons, Gene Becker, Jr. (Nancy) of Kincaid, 
Steve Becker (Kim) of Elsmore, Mark Becker (Chris) of Hutchinson, and 
Michael Becker (Wanda) of Great Bend; five daughters, Linda Becker of 
Maize, Shari Nauertc (Dana) of Iola, Mary Tush of Great Bend, Kimberly 
Cox (Fred) of Madison, and Michelle Mitchell (Kris Schneweis) of 
Hoisington.; one sister Grace Bell of Great Bend; 29 grandchildren, 
Missy, Scott, Christy, Justin, Erin, Luke, Bo, Trent, Cole, Paige, 
Amber, Brian, Chad, Elise, Jana, Trevor, Ashley, Meshka, Tara, Casey, 
Kathy, Aleashia, Taylor, Nikki, Nathan, Zach, Brandon, Tristan and Tori;
 52 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in passing by a brother Michael Smith, sister Julia Stambaugh, 
grandson Ronald, and a great grandson De’Raun.

Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life has been 
tentatively scheduled for July 10, 2020. In lieu of flowers, Memorials 
may be given to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589656730384.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Lois Jayne Becker Pierson, 81, passed away May 15, 2020, at her home 
in Great Bend. She was born July 10, 1938, in Great Bend, to Fred and 
Frieda (Morris) Smith. Lois married Gene Edward Becker Nov. 21, 1957, in
 Great Bend. Gene passed away July 16, 1984. She then married Jerry 
Allen Pierson April 17, 1993, in Great Bend. Jerry passed away November 
20, 2011.Lois, a Great Bend resident, was a bookkeeper for Fuller Brush 
Industries, retiring in 2004, previously working as a med aide for 
several area nursing homes. She was an active member of King United 
Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, former member of The Argonne 
Rebels Drum and Bugle Corps, and enjoyed fellowship with former 
classmates, friends and especially, her family.Survivors include four sons, Gene Becker, Jr. (Nancy) of Kincaid, 
Steve Becker (Kim) of Elsmore, Mark Becker (Chris) of Hutchinson, and 
Michael Becker (Wanda) of Great Bend; five daughters, Linda Becker of 
Maize, Shari Nauertc (Dana) of Iola, Mary Tush of Great Bend, Kimberly 
Cox (Fred) of Madison, and Michelle Mitchell (Kris Schneweis) of 
Hoisington.; one sister Grace Bell of Great Bend; 29 grandchildren, 
Missy, Scott, Christy, Justin, Erin, Luke, Bo, Trent, Cole, Paige, 
Amber, Brian, Chad, Elise, Jana, Trevor, Ashley, Meshka, Tara, Casey, 
Kathy, Aleashia, Taylor, Nikki, Nathan, Zach, Brandon, Tristan and Tori;
 52 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in passing by a brother Michael Smith, sister Julia Stambaugh, 
grandson Ronald, and a great grandson De’Raun.Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life has been 
tentatively scheduled for July 10, 2020. In lieu of flowers, Memorials 
may be given to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Lois Jayne Becker Pierson

Mural Eileen Stubblefield Fisk, 93, of Russell, Kansas, died at Main Street Manor on Thursday, May 14, 2020.

She was born August 11, 1926 at Dry Lake Keystone,&nbsp; Oklahoma. Mural 
was the fifth of eight children born to James Oscar Stubblefield and 
Bessie Naomi Peck Stubblefield. Mural attended grade school at Keystone,
 Broken Arrow, and Sand Springs Oklahoma. She went to high school at 
Cleveland, Oklahoma graduating in 1944. After high school, she worked at
 Commander Mills in Sand Springs.

Mural was united in marriage to Lee R. Fisk on April 27, 1946, at 
Bristow Oklahoma. The union was blessed with two children, Sharlet and 
Stephen. She along with her family, moved to Russell, Kansas in April 
1949. Mural and her husband Lee were employed by K.D. Emerick Tank 
Service. They later purchased the business and formed Lee Fisk Tank 
Service and Fisk Oil, Inc. Mural served as secretary-treasurer.

Over the years, she was active in church serving as Sunday School 
teacher, youth leader and recording treasurer. Mural served as community
 leader of Smokey Valley 4-H Club and leader of VFW #6240 Auxiliary 
Junior Unit. Mural was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church in 
Russell and VFW Auxiliary Post #6240.

Mural’s surviving family include, son in-law Milton Ginther of 
Russell, daughter in-law Maxine Fisk of Wichita; grandchildren Kelly 
Ginther and wife Kimberly, Natalie Yarmer and husband Justin all of 
Russell, Kyle Ginther of Great Bend, Stephanie Fisk McCurdy and husband 
Braden of Wichita; great grandchildren Dalton Ginther and wife Danielle 
of Overland Park, Ks, Danika Drake and husband Andrew of &nbsp;Haysville, Ks,
 Mackenzie Hartman and husband Alan, Savanna Ryan and husband Levi all 
of Russell, also Kylie Larsen of Wilson, Ks, Kaegan Ginther of Hill 
City, Ks and Brittney Mayberry of Salina, Ks.; great-great grand 
children Zayne, Gabrielle, and Landon Brock, Graycee Mayberry, Oaklynn 
Hartman, Caroline Drake, Nixon and Daxton Ryan, also a sister in-law 
Lena Mae Graves of Porum, Ok.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lee Fisk,&nbsp; daughter Sharlet 
E. Fisk Ginther,&nbsp; son Stephen L. Fisk,&nbsp; her parents Oscar and Bessie 
Stubblefield, brothers Albert Stubblefield, James Stubblefield, Derryl 
Jack Stubblefield, sisters Martha Craek, Margaret Williams and Violet 
Griffith.

A Graveside celebration of Mural’s life will be held at 11:30 A.M. on
 Monday, May 18, 2020, at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell, Kansas, 
with burial following.&nbsp; Viewing will be from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. on Sunday,
 May 17, 2020, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Memorials may be 
given to the Otterbein United Methodist Church or Fossil Creek Lake 
Project and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service 
arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1589573399897.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Mural Eileen Stubblefield Fisk, 93, of Russell, Kansas, died at Main Street Manor on Thursday, May 14, 2020.She was born August 11, 1926 at Dry Lake Keystone,&nbsp; Oklahoma. Mural 
was the fifth of eight children born to James Oscar Stubblefield and 
Bessie Naomi Peck Stubblefield. Mural attended grade school at Keystone,
 Broken Arrow, and Sand Springs Oklahoma. She went to high school at 
Cleveland, Oklahoma graduating in 1944. After high school, she worked at
 Commander Mills in Sand Springs.Mural was united in marriage to Lee R. Fisk on April 27, 1946, at 
Bristow Oklahoma. The union was blessed with two children, Sharlet and 
Stephen. She along with her family, moved to Russell, Kansas in April 
1949. Mural and her husband Lee were employed by K.D. Emerick Tank 
Service. They later purchased the business and formed Lee Fisk Tank 
Service and Fisk Oil, Inc. Mural served as secretary-treasurer.Over the years, she was active in church serving as Sunday School 
teacher, youth leader and recording treasurer. Mural served as community
 leader of Smokey Valley 4-H Club and leader of VFW #6240 Auxiliary 
Junior Unit. Mural was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church in 
Russell and VFW Auxiliary Post #6240.Mural’s surviving family include, son in-law Milton Ginther of 
Russell, daughter in-law Maxine Fisk of Wichita; grandchildren Kelly 
Ginther and wife Kimberly, Natalie Yarmer and husband Justin all of 
Russell, Kyle Ginther of Great Bend, Stephanie Fisk McCurdy and husband 
Braden of Wichita; great grandchildren Dalton Ginther and wife Danielle 
of Overland Park, Ks, Danika Drake and husband Andrew of &nbsp;Haysville, Ks,
 Mackenzie Hartman and husband Alan, Savanna Ryan and husband Levi all 
of Russell, also Kylie Larsen of Wilson, Ks, Kaegan Ginther of Hill 
City, Ks and Brittney Mayberry of Salina, Ks.; great-great grand 
children Zayne, Gabrielle, and Landon Brock, Graycee Mayberry, Oaklynn 
Hartman, Caroline Drake, Nixon and Daxton Ryan, also a sister in-law 
Lena Mae Graves of Porum, Ok.She was preceded in death by her husband Lee Fisk,&nbsp; daughter Sharlet 
E. Fisk Ginther,&nbsp; son Stephen L. Fisk,&nbsp; her parents Oscar and Bessie 
Stubblefield, brothers Albert Stubblefield, James Stubblefield, Derryl 
Jack Stubblefield, sisters Martha Craek, Margaret Williams and Violet 
Griffith.A Graveside celebration of Mural’s life will be held at 11:30 A.M. on
 Monday, May 18, 2020, at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell, Kansas, 
with burial following.&nbsp; Viewing will be from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. on Sunday,
 May 17, 2020, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Memorials may be 
given to the Otterbein United Methodist Church or Fossil Creek Lake 
Project and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service 
arrangements.

Mural Eileen Stubblefield Fisk

Logan resident Jack L. Bard passed away May 14, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE at the age of 90. He was born Jan. 31, 1930, the son of Joe &amp; Alice (Horning) Bard.&nbsp;

Survivors include his sons; Larry of Great Bend, KS &amp; Jack Bard Jr. of Merced, CA; his daughters; Laura Dunham of Blair, NE &amp; Suzi Taylor of Fontanelle, NE; 7 grandchildren &amp; 3 great grandchildren.

Private family services will be held Tuesday, May 19th at 10:30 a.m. in the Logan Christian Church with Pastor Troy Buss officiating. The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery with military honors by the Ralph DeFors American Legion Post No. 281, Logan.

Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Monday at the Logan Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Logan Christian Church.

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

Logan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Logan resident Jack L. Bard passed away May 14, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE at the age of 90. He was born Jan. 31, 1930, the son of Joe &amp; Alice (Horning) Bard.&nbsp;Survivors include his sons; Larry of Great Bend, KS &amp; Jack Bard Jr. of Merced, CA; his daughters; Laura Dunham of Blair, NE &amp; Suzi Taylor of Fontanelle, NE; 7 grandchildren &amp; 3 great grandchildren.Private family services will be held Tuesday, May 19th at 10:30 a.m. in the Logan Christian Church with Pastor Troy Buss officiating. The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery with military honors by the Ralph DeFors American Legion Post No. 281, Logan.Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Monday at the Logan Funeral Home.Memorial contributions may be made to the Logan Christian Church.Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Logan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Jack L. Bard

Christopher D. Valdenar, age 29, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at his home in Hugoton, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on December 3, 1990, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, the son of Gregory A. and Karen N. Haun Valdenar.&nbsp; Chris was a lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas until moving to Hugoton, Kansas in 2018.

Survivors include his Parents - Greg and Niki Valdenar of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Ronnie Valdenar of Scott City, Kansas, and Three Grandparents - Charles &amp; Willa Mae Haun of Speedwell, Tennessee, and David Arnold of Perry, Georgia.

He was preceded in death by his Grandmother - Mary Patricia Valdenar.

Due to the current virus restrictions, Private Family Graveside Service will be held at a later date and time with Don Williams presiding.

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp;

Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to Christopher Valdenar Memorial Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Christopher D. Valdenar, age 29, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at his home in Hugoton, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on December 3, 1990, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, the son of Gregory A. and Karen N. Haun Valdenar.&nbsp; Chris was a lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas until moving to Hugoton, Kansas in 2018.Survivors include his Parents - Greg and Niki Valdenar of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Ronnie Valdenar of Scott City, Kansas, and Three Grandparents - Charles &amp; Willa Mae Haun of Speedwell, Tennessee, and David Arnold of Perry, Georgia.He was preceded in death by his Grandmother - Mary Patricia Valdenar.Due to the current virus restrictions, Private Family Graveside Service will be held at a later date and time with Don Williams presiding.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp;Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to Christopher Valdenar Memorial Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.

Christopher D. Valdenar

Florine M. Sanders, age 94, of Hays, 
Kansas, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at Via Christi Village in 
Hays. She was born March 14, 1926, in Ellis, Kansas to John and Agnes 
(Spies) Younker. She married Alvin J. Sanders July 20, 1946.


Florine was a homemaker and former gift shop manager of St. Anthony 
Hospital in Hays. She was a former member of the St. John’s New Horizons
 Auxiliary serving as president and a member of the Fort Hays State 
University Senior Companion Program.


Florine was a loving, kind and caring person who was generous with her 
time. A creative and talented person who enjoyed teaching arts and 
crafts, including the art of making porcelain dolls.&nbsp; She was considered
 by her grandchildren a kind and loving person. “The best grandmother 
anyone could ask for.”


She is survived by her son, Thomas Sanders, Wichita, KS; sister Twila 
Griffin, Weatherford, OK; brother and sister in law, Walter and Mary 
Younker, Hays, KS; grandchildren Abbey and Scott Frantz, Dallas, TX; 
Dr.&nbsp;Thomas Jr. and Dr. Rebecca Sanders, Joplin, MO; and great 
grandchildren Graham Thomas and Henry Pierce Sanders, Joplin, MO.


She was preceded in death by her husband, a daughter Bonnie Sanders, her
 parents, a brother Clarence Younker and two sisters, Lucille Staab and 
Katherine Schmidt.


Visitation will be at 9 AM – 11 AM followed by Daughters of Isabella rosary at 10 AM.


Funeral services will be at 11 AM Monday, May 18, 2020 at St. Nicholas 
of Myra Church in Hays Burial will be at St. Joseph’s Cemetery.


Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Nicholas Church of Hays, KS,
 and the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Foundation in care of Brock’s Keithley
 Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas.


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

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 </figure>Florine M. Sanders, age 94, of Hays, 
Kansas, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at Via Christi Village in 
Hays. She was born March 14, 1926, in Ellis, Kansas to John and Agnes 
(Spies) Younker. She married Alvin J. Sanders July 20, 1946.
Florine was a homemaker and former gift shop manager of St. Anthony 
Hospital in Hays. She was a former member of the St. John’s New Horizons
 Auxiliary serving as president and a member of the Fort Hays State 
University Senior Companion Program.
Florine was a loving, kind and caring person who was generous with her 
time. A creative and talented person who enjoyed teaching arts and 
crafts, including the art of making porcelain dolls.&nbsp; She was considered
 by her grandchildren a kind and loving person. “The best grandmother 
anyone could ask for.”
She is survived by her son, Thomas Sanders, Wichita, KS; sister Twila 
Griffin, Weatherford, OK; brother and sister in law, Walter and Mary 
Younker, Hays, KS; grandchildren Abbey and Scott Frantz, Dallas, TX; 
Dr.&nbsp;Thomas Jr. and Dr. Rebecca Sanders, Joplin, MO; and great 
grandchildren Graham Thomas and Henry Pierce Sanders, Joplin, MO.
She was preceded in death by her husband, a daughter Bonnie Sanders, her
 parents, a brother Clarence Younker and two sisters, Lucille Staab and 
Katherine Schmidt.
Visitation will be at 9 AM – 11 AM followed by Daughters of Isabella rosary at 10 AM.
Funeral services will be at 11 AM Monday, May 18, 2020 at St. Nicholas 
of Myra Church in Hays Burial will be at St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Nicholas Church of Hays, KS,
 and the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Foundation in care of Brock’s Keithley
 Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas.
Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.

Florine M. Sanders

Carlyn Murphy, age 87, formerly of Hays, died Sunday, May 10, at Midland Care in Topeka.&nbsp; She was born August 29, 1932 in Abilene Kansas to Walter D. and Pauline (Jeffcoat) Burcham.&nbsp; She graduated from Abilene High School and attended Emporia State University.

She married Harlan F. Murphy on January 3, 1953 in Abilene.&nbsp; The family moved to Hays in 1965.&nbsp; She was a retail sales clerk in a dress shop and later owned a basket shop-The Wicker Hang Up.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her grandchildren, playing bridge with friends, and had a love for cats.

Survivors include a daughter, Connie Bollig, Hays, KS.&nbsp; Three grandchildren, Alison (Corey) Alfonsi, Topeka; Ryan Bollig, Kansas City, MO; and Aaron (Melissa) Bollig, Leawood, KS.&nbsp; Four great grandchildren; Carson and Caylee Alfonsi and Kinley and Landrey Bollig.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a daughter, Cindy Murphy, and a son in law, Bob Bollig.

The family will have a private burial service at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to the Hays Humane Society or Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Carlyn Murphy, age 87, formerly of Hays, died Sunday, May 10, at Midland Care in Topeka.&nbsp; She was born August 29, 1932 in Abilene Kansas to Walter D. and Pauline (Jeffcoat) Burcham.&nbsp; She graduated from Abilene High School and attended Emporia State University.She married Harlan F. Murphy on January 3, 1953 in Abilene.&nbsp; The family moved to Hays in 1965.&nbsp; She was a retail sales clerk in a dress shop and later owned a basket shop-The Wicker Hang Up.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her grandchildren, playing bridge with friends, and had a love for cats.Survivors include a daughter, Connie Bollig, Hays, KS.&nbsp; Three grandchildren, Alison (Corey) Alfonsi, Topeka; Ryan Bollig, Kansas City, MO; and Aaron (Melissa) Bollig, Leawood, KS.&nbsp; Four great grandchildren; Carson and Caylee Alfonsi and Kinley and Landrey Bollig.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a daughter, Cindy Murphy, and a son in law, Bob Bollig.The family will have a private burial service at a later date.Memorials are suggested to the Hays Humane Society or Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Carlyn Murphy

Phyllis Jean Schuster, age 95, of Hays,
 KS passed away May 10, 2020, at Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.&nbsp; 


She was born October 30, 1924, in Garrison, KS to Jesse and Helen 
(McCann) Turley. She married William Schuster on September 13, 1947, in 
Ellis, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 1995.

Phyllis was a United States Navy 
veteran.&nbsp; She was a member of the Hays Women’s Bowling Association for 
many years, as well as the Great Bend VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

She is survived by her sister, Donna 
Kay Dick of Russell, KS, sister in law Margaret Turley, Independence, 
MO, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at a 
later date and announced by Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, Kansas 67601.

Contributions made payable to The 
Cancer Council of Ellis County are suggested in lieu of flowers and may 
be sent in care of the funeral home.

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

Phyllis Jean Schuster, age 95, of Hays,
 KS passed away May 10, 2020, at Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.&nbsp; 
She was born October 30, 1924, in Garrison, KS to Jesse and Helen 
(McCann) Turley. She married William Schuster on September 13, 1947, in 
Ellis, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 1995.Phyllis was a United States Navy 
veteran.&nbsp; She was a member of the Hays Women’s Bowling Association for 
many years, as well as the Great Bend VFW Ladies Auxiliary.She is survived by her sister, Donna 
Kay Dick of Russell, KS, sister in law Margaret Turley, Independence, 
MO, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and two brothers, Wayne Turley and Francis Turley.Funeral services will be held at a 
later date and announced by Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, Kansas 67601.Contributions made payable to The 
Cancer Council of Ellis County are suggested in lieu of flowers and may 
be sent in care of the funeral home.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Dorothy V. Tubbs passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2020, at Whispering Pines in Norton, KS, at the age of 103.

She was born July 31, 1916, in Phillips Co., KS the daughter of Ernest “Tommy” and Anna Marie (Gebhard) Ames.

Dorothy was united in marriage to Dale Edward Tubbs on August 15, 1937, in Phillipsburg, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on December 17, 2001.

She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Michael E. Tubbs.

Dorothy is survived by two sons, Lloyd D. Tubbs of Long Island, KS and Kevin L. Tubbs of Almena, KS; daughter, Kathie E. Martin of Danville, CA; brother, Marline Ames of Salina, KS; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.

Private family services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 18, 2020 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Ted Stapleton.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel’s FaceBook page.&nbsp; The burial will follow in the Long Island Cemetery, Long Island, KS.

Mrs. Tubbs will lie in state Sunday from noon until 9 p.m. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd Street, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Memorials may be made to Whispering Pines or Long Island United Methodist Scholarship Fund.

Online condolences:&nbsp; www.olliffboeve.com.

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 </figure>Dorothy V. Tubbs passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2020, at Whispering Pines in Norton, KS, at the age of 103.She was born July 31, 1916, in Phillips Co., KS the daughter of Ernest “Tommy” and Anna Marie (Gebhard) Ames.Dorothy was united in marriage to Dale Edward Tubbs on August 15, 1937, in Phillipsburg, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on December 17, 2001.She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Michael E. Tubbs.Dorothy is survived by two sons, Lloyd D. Tubbs of Long Island, KS and Kevin L. Tubbs of Almena, KS; daughter, Kathie E. Martin of Danville, CA; brother, Marline Ames of Salina, KS; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.Private family services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 18, 2020 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Ted Stapleton.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel’s FaceBook page.&nbsp; The burial will follow in the Long Island Cemetery, Long Island, KS.Mrs. Tubbs will lie in state Sunday from noon until 9 p.m. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd Street, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.Memorials may be made to Whispering Pines or Long Island United Methodist Scholarship Fund.Online condolences:&nbsp; www.olliffboeve.com.

Dorothy V. Tubbs

Kelly D. Casper, 59, Hays, died after a short battle with cancer on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at HaysMed.

He was born September 12, 1960 in Hays,
 the son of Donald and Edna (Bailey) Casper. &nbsp;Kelly worked as a 
custodian at TMP-Marian High School and USD 489. &nbsp;He enjoyed building 
and working on computers, loved his dogs, and was a kind and caring man 
who was always willing to help others.

Survivors include three brothers; Dan 
Casper and wife Harriet of Las Vegas, NV, Jeff Casper and wife Carolyn 
of Brownell, and Tom Casper and wife Debbie of Hays, one sister; Diane 
Dreiling and husband Larry of Medicine Lodge, his special friend; Teresa
 Tone of Hays; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two great nephews; Triston Werth and Landon Weatherby.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 am 
on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays. Memorials are 
suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Kelly may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Kelly D. Casper, 59, Hays, died after a short battle with cancer on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at HaysMed.He was born September 12, 1960 in Hays,
 the son of Donald and Edna (Bailey) Casper. &nbsp;Kelly worked as a 
custodian at TMP-Marian High School and USD 489. &nbsp;He enjoyed building 
and working on computers, loved his dogs, and was a kind and caring man 
who was always willing to help others.Survivors include three brothers; Dan 
Casper and wife Harriet of Las Vegas, NV, Jeff Casper and wife Carolyn 
of Brownell, and Tom Casper and wife Debbie of Hays, one sister; Diane 
Dreiling and husband Larry of Medicine Lodge, his special friend; Teresa
 Tone of Hays; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and two great nephews; Triston Werth and Landon Weatherby.Graveside services will be at 11:00 am 
on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays. Memorials are 
suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Kelly may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Kelly D. Casper

Marilyn Kay Smith, 68, passed away May 13, 2020 at University of Kansas Health System Pawnee Valley Campus, Larned.

She was born April 28, 1952 in Emporia to Marvin and Helen Lary Wining.

A longtime area resident she was a homemaker and volunteered for the 
Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Auxiliary. She attended the Larned 
United Methodist Church.

On August 4, 1997 she married Ron Smith at Larned, he survives.

Other survivors include: daughter, Wendy (Miguel) Ibarra, Larned; 
son, Jim (Karen) Lewis, Larned; brother, Robert “Bobby” Wining, Wichita;
 five grandchildren, Macee Lewis, Jamie Lewis, Brandi Lewis, Selena 
Ibarra, and Carlos Ibarra, all of Larned; and two great grandchildren, 
Haevan and Hazel Peschka, both of Larned.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 18, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary 
Chapel with Pastor Tricia North presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. 
to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 17, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. 
Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 18, 2020 at Fairview 
Cemetery, Greensburg.

Memorials may be given to the Marilyn Smith Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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 </figure>Marilyn Kay Smith, 68, passed away May 13, 2020 at University of Kansas Health System Pawnee Valley Campus, Larned.She was born April 28, 1952 in Emporia to Marvin and Helen Lary Wining.A longtime area resident she was a homemaker and volunteered for the 
Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Auxiliary. She attended the Larned 
United Methodist Church.On August 4, 1997 she married Ron Smith at Larned, he survives.Other survivors include: daughter, Wendy (Miguel) Ibarra, Larned; 
son, Jim (Karen) Lewis, Larned; brother, Robert “Bobby” Wining, Wichita;
 five grandchildren, Macee Lewis, Jamie Lewis, Brandi Lewis, Selena 
Ibarra, and Carlos Ibarra, all of Larned; and two great grandchildren, 
Haevan and Hazel Peschka, both of Larned.She was preceded in death by her parents.Funeral will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 18, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary 
Chapel with Pastor Tricia North presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. 
to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 17, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. 
Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 18, 2020 at Fairview 
Cemetery, Greensburg.Memorials may be given to the Marilyn Smith Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Marilyn Kay Smith

Adabelle Koelling, 101, passed away May 14, 2020, at her home in 
Great Bend. She was born on May 6, 1919, in rural Stafford county, to 
Elmer Lewis &amp; Ella Francis (Rusco) Dale. She married Dean Koelling 
on July 7, 1940, Stafford County.

A lifetime Stafford and Barton county resident, Adabelle was a 
homemaker. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, United
 Methodist Women, Order of the Eastern Star, and a former Girl Scout 
leader. Adabelle was the first Homecoming Queen of Stafford High School 
in 1937. She enjoyed gardening, and canning. She was a good neighbor and
 especially enjoyed being with her family.

Survivors include, three sons, Dale Koelling and wife Maria of 
Kalamazoo, Mich., William "Bill" Koelling, and Wayne Koelling and wife 
Cheryl, all of Great Bend; a daughter, Deanna Blahut and husband Steve 
of Claremore, Okla.; four grandchildren, Melinda Koelling-Richter, 
Alexia Koelling-Ramsey, Chad Koelling, and Chuck Koelling; and five 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her 
husband, Dean Koelling; four brothers, Warren Dale, Murl Dale, Lewis 
Dale, and Dick Dale; and three sisters, Mary Glenn, Charlotte Heide, and
 Sadie Ruth Barber.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2020,
 at Bryant Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., 
Monday, May 18, 2020, at Great Bend Cemetery, with Pastor Morita Truman 
presiding. Memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospitals for Children or
 First United Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Adabelle Koelling, 101, passed away May 14, 2020, at her home in 
Great Bend. She was born on May 6, 1919, in rural Stafford county, to 
Elmer Lewis &amp; Ella Francis (Rusco) Dale. She married Dean Koelling 
on July 7, 1940, Stafford County.A lifetime Stafford and Barton county resident, Adabelle was a 
homemaker. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, United
 Methodist Women, Order of the Eastern Star, and a former Girl Scout 
leader. Adabelle was the first Homecoming Queen of Stafford High School 
in 1937. She enjoyed gardening, and canning. She was a good neighbor and
 especially enjoyed being with her family.Survivors include, three sons, Dale Koelling and wife Maria of 
Kalamazoo, Mich., William "Bill" Koelling, and Wayne Koelling and wife 
Cheryl, all of Great Bend; a daughter, Deanna Blahut and husband Steve 
of Claremore, Okla.; four grandchildren, Melinda Koelling-Richter, 
Alexia Koelling-Ramsey, Chad Koelling, and Chuck Koelling; and five 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her 
husband, Dean Koelling; four brothers, Warren Dale, Murl Dale, Lewis 
Dale, and Dick Dale; and three sisters, Mary Glenn, Charlotte Heide, and
 Sadie Ruth Barber.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2020,
 at Bryant Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., 
Monday, May 18, 2020, at Great Bend Cemetery, with Pastor Morita Truman 
presiding. Memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospitals for Children or
 First United Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Adabelle Koelling

Rolland D. Fisher, 71, of Aurora, Colorado died on Monday, May 11th, 2020.


Rollie was born on October 2nd, 1948 in Oberlin, Kansas to Gilford and Lois (Nicodemus) Fisher. He graduated from Norton Community High School in Norton, Kansas, and received a degree in Political Science from Fort Hays State University, and a Master’s degree in Marketing from Ball State University.&nbsp;


Rollie had a distinguished career in the advertising, marketing and addiction treatment industries. He owned his own advertising agency, RDF &amp; Associates, in Hays, Kansas for over 10 years. In 1987, Rollie went to work for one of his clients, Valley Hope Association, as Vice President of Marketing and Development. Rollie worked in the addiction treatment industry as a marketing and development expert for over 30 years, working with Valley Hope Association in Norton, CeDAR/University of Colorado Hospital in the Denver area, and as a consultant in the Denver area.&nbsp;&nbsp;


Rollie had a passion for sports, particularly golf. Over the years, he was able to play all over the world, including some of the most well-known courses in Scotland, Iceland &amp; the United States. He was known as the “best putter in the family” and defended that title in yearly golf trips with family and friends. In addition to golf, Rollie was well known as a coach for his daughter’s and son’s teams when they were growing up (and was never afraid to make his voice known if he didn’t like a call). Upon retirement, he and his wife, Michelle, traveled all over the country and world. Rollie enjoyed spending time with his family, all the while collecting “Marbles” along the way. His compassion and generous spirit were evident in all that he did.


Rollie was preceded in death by his father, Gilford, his mother Lois, his sisters, Sally, Sandy, and Myrna, and his first wife, Diann (Heaton).&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife, Michelle (Leiker-Wessling, Aurora. His daughter, Jennifer, husband Sam and Rollie’s grandson Ron, St. Joseph, Missouri. His son Matt, Kansas City, Missouri. His brother, Rod, and wife, Cheryl, Owosso, Oklahoma. His brother, Roger, and wife Teresa, Jamestown, North Dakota and several cousins, nieces and nephews and their families.

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 </figure>Rolland D. Fisher, 71, of Aurora, Colorado died on Monday, May 11th, 2020.
Rollie was born on October 2nd, 1948 in Oberlin, Kansas to Gilford and Lois (Nicodemus) Fisher. He graduated from Norton Community High School in Norton, Kansas, and received a degree in Political Science from Fort Hays State University, and a Master’s degree in Marketing from Ball State University.&nbsp;
Rollie had a distinguished career in the advertising, marketing and addiction treatment industries. He owned his own advertising agency, RDF &amp; Associates, in Hays, Kansas for over 10 years. In 1987, Rollie went to work for one of his clients, Valley Hope Association, as Vice President of Marketing and Development. Rollie worked in the addiction treatment industry as a marketing and development expert for over 30 years, working with Valley Hope Association in Norton, CeDAR/University of Colorado Hospital in the Denver area, and as a consultant in the Denver area.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Rollie had a passion for sports, particularly golf. Over the years, he was able to play all over the world, including some of the most well-known courses in Scotland, Iceland &amp; the United States. He was known as the “best putter in the family” and defended that title in yearly golf trips with family and friends. In addition to golf, Rollie was well known as a coach for his daughter’s and son’s teams when they were growing up (and was never afraid to make his voice known if he didn’t like a call). Upon retirement, he and his wife, Michelle, traveled all over the country and world. Rollie enjoyed spending time with his family, all the while collecting “Marbles” along the way. His compassion and generous spirit were evident in all that he did.
Rollie was preceded in death by his father, Gilford, his mother Lois, his sisters, Sally, Sandy, and Myrna, and his first wife, Diann (Heaton).&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Michelle (Leiker-Wessling, Aurora. His daughter, Jennifer, husband Sam and Rollie’s grandson Ron, St. Joseph, Missouri. His son Matt, Kansas City, Missouri. His brother, Rod, and wife, Cheryl, Owosso, Oklahoma. His brother, Roger, and wife Teresa, Jamestown, North Dakota and several cousins, nieces and nephews and their families.
A celebration of Rollie’s life will occur at a date and location to be determined later.Memorials may be sent to the Rollie Fisher Memorial with Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, P.O. Box 310, Hays, KS&nbsp; 67601.

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