Helena Ann Ubelaker, 92, of Osborne, KS passed away on Thursday, May 
28, 2020, at Parkview Care Center. &nbsp;She was born on December 27, 1927, to 
Nicholas &amp; Helena (Arnoldy) Boden of Tipton, KS. &nbsp;She was one of 
several children.

Helena's schooling took her as far as 8th grade. &nbsp;She later married James F. Ubelaker &amp; to this union 4 children were born.

Helena was a school cook at the Bloomington school. &nbsp;She was also a 
meat clerk at Howe's Market, Town &amp; Country Market &amp; Girard's, 
all of Osborne, KS.

Helena was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Jim in 2012 and one grandson, Jim C. Smith in 1982.

Helena is survived by daughters: Sandy (Greg) Smith of Hays, KS; Judy
 (Joe) Gasper of Tipton, KS; sons: Doug (Linda) Ubelaker of Osborne, KS;
 Ken (Sherri) Ubelaker of Osborne, KS; 12 grandchildren &amp; 11 
great-grandchildren.

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

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 </figure>Helena Ann Ubelaker, 92, of Osborne, KS passed away on Thursday, May 
28, 2020, at Parkview Care Center. &nbsp;She was born on December 27, 1927, to 
Nicholas &amp; Helena (Arnoldy) Boden of Tipton, KS. &nbsp;She was one of 
several children.Helena's schooling took her as far as 8th grade. &nbsp;She later married James F. Ubelaker &amp; to this union 4 children were born.Helena was a school cook at the Bloomington school. &nbsp;She was also a 
meat clerk at Howe's Market, Town &amp; Country Market &amp; Girard's, 
all of Osborne, KS.Helena was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Jim in 2012 and one grandson, Jim C. Smith in 1982.Helena is survived by daughters: Sandy (Greg) Smith of Hays, KS; Judy
 (Joe) Gasper of Tipton, KS; sons: Doug (Linda) Ubelaker of Osborne, KS;
 Ken (Sherri) Ubelaker of Osborne, KS; 12 grandchildren &amp; 11 
great-grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Helena-Ubelaker">HERE</a> for service details.

Helena Ann Ubelaker

Viola C. Rowe, 102, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 1, 2020 at Main Street Manor in Russell.

The daughter of Jesse L. “Tobe” and Eula (McDonald) Robinson. Viola was born on October 23,

1917, in Drumright, Oklahoma. On August 24, 1940, she married Ivan E. Rowe in McAlester, Oklahoma.

Preceding
 her in death were her parents, husband Ivan on December 01, 2000; two 
sisters Frankie Davis Ruble and Joyce Lee Yandell. Surviving family include several nieces and nephews.

At
 her request there will be no viewing of the body or no funeral service.
 Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. 
Burial will be at the Holdenville City Cemetery in Holdenville, 
Oklahoma. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in 
charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Viola C. Rowe, 102, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 1, 2020 at Main Street Manor in Russell. The daughter of Jesse L. “Tobe” and Eula (McDonald) Robinson. Viola was born on October 23, 1917, in Drumright, Oklahoma. On August 24, 1940, she married Ivan E. Rowe in McAlester, Oklahoma. Preceding
 her in death were her parents, husband Ivan on December 01, 2000; two 
sisters Frankie Davis Ruble and Joyce Lee Yandell. Surviving family include several nieces and nephews. At
 her request there will be no viewing of the body or no funeral service.
 Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. 
Burial will be at the Holdenville City Cemetery in Holdenville, 
Oklahoma. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in 
charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Viola C. Rowe

Marcia Hoft Matzek, 60, of Colby, Kansas died Friday, May 29, 2020, at 
Logan County Hospital, in Oakley surrounded by her loving family. She 
was born October 1, 1959, in Phillipsburg, KS, to Harold and Mary (Bell)
 Hoft. Marcia enjoyed yard sales, crafting, collecting gemstones and 
reading. One of her greatest loves was chasing her grandkids and 
watching their sports events. Marcia was a proud Navy mom of a son 
assigned to submarines. She loved the outdoors and listening to music. 
Marcia was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Mary Hoft and her grandparents, Ben and Martha Hoft. 
She is survived by her children, Rachel Matzek, Tanner Matzek, Sam 
(Heather) Matzek and Jay Matzek; her brothers, Mike (Noreen) Hoft, Terry
 Hoft and Jay (Deb) Hoft; grandchildren, Hayden Bahe, Tucker Matzek, 
Alex Matzek and Isaac Matzek; father of her children, Steve Matzek and 
numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 
No services are scheduled at this time. Memorials are suggested to the 
Huntington’s Disease Society of America and can be sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Marcia Hoft Matzek, 60, of Colby, Kansas died Friday, May 29, 2020, at 
Logan County Hospital, in Oakley surrounded by her loving family. She 
was born October 1, 1959, in Phillipsburg, KS, to Harold and Mary (Bell)
 Hoft. Marcia enjoyed yard sales, crafting, collecting gemstones and 
reading. One of her greatest loves was chasing her grandkids and 
watching their sports events. Marcia was a proud Navy mom of a son 
assigned to submarines. She loved the outdoors and listening to music. 
Marcia was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Mary Hoft and her grandparents, Ben and Martha Hoft. 
She is survived by her children, Rachel Matzek, Tanner Matzek, Sam 
(Heather) Matzek and Jay Matzek; her brothers, Mike (Noreen) Hoft, Terry
 Hoft and Jay (Deb) Hoft; grandchildren, Hayden Bahe, Tucker Matzek, 
Alex Matzek and Isaac Matzek; father of her children, Steve Matzek and 
numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 
No services are scheduled at this time. Memorials are suggested to the 
Huntington’s Disease Society of America and can be sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Marcia Hoft Matzek

James “Toby” Tobin Johnson Jr., 85, Lake of the Forrest, Bonner Springs, KS, passed away on May 18, 2020, surrounded by family and friends.


Toby was born November 9, 1934, in Hutchinson, KS, to James Tobin Sr.
 and Katherine (George) Johnson. He graduated from Abilene High School 
in 1952. He next went on to Fort Hays State University, where he was a 
dynamite athlete. Three-sport letterman, making school history in 
football, basketball, and track, but Toby always said four, including 
baseball. He was proud of his athletic accomplishments. Football and 
basketball- 3-year starter, 4-year lettermen, 2nd team all-conference, 
all American honorable mention, and held the school record for pole 
vault and javelin. His college athletic career ended in 1957 when he 
graduated from FHSU.


Toby was a high school football coach, teacher, and a business owner.


He was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church in Hays, 
KS, sponsored a Seniors Golf Tournament in Ellinwood, KS, and was 
Commissioner of the Wheat Bowl.


Toby leaves behind his wife, Marty (McKee) Johnson; daughters 
Jill Puetz (Ken) of Salina, KS and Kappy Park (Scott) of Prairie 
Village, KS, son Jay Johnson (Lisa) of Las Vegas NV; 7 step children; 7 
grandchildren; 11 step grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 3 step 
great grandchildren; brother Mike Johnson (Gwen) of Abilene; and 
multiple nieces and nephews.


He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife Carolyn Johnson; wife Joanna Johnson; sister Mary Virginia Kriwiel.


A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date.


Memorials may be made to Hospice of Salina in care of Ryan Mortuary.



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 </figure>James “Toby” Tobin Johnson Jr., 85, Lake of the Forrest, Bonner Springs, KS, passed away on May 18, 2020, surrounded by family and friends.
Toby was born November 9, 1934, in Hutchinson, KS, to James Tobin Sr.
 and Katherine (George) Johnson. He graduated from Abilene High School 
in 1952. He next went on to Fort Hays State University, where he was a 
dynamite athlete. Three-sport letterman, making school history in 
football, basketball, and track, but Toby always said four, including 
baseball. He was proud of his athletic accomplishments. Football and 
basketball- 3-year starter, 4-year lettermen, 2nd team all-conference, 
all American honorable mention, and held the school record for pole 
vault and javelin. His college athletic career ended in 1957 when he 
graduated from FHSU.
Toby was a high school football coach, teacher, and a business owner.
He was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church in Hays, 
KS, sponsored a Seniors Golf Tournament in Ellinwood, KS, and was 
Commissioner of the Wheat Bowl.
Toby leaves behind his wife, Marty (McKee) Johnson; daughters 
Jill Puetz (Ken) of Salina, KS and Kappy Park (Scott) of Prairie 
Village, KS, son Jay Johnson (Lisa) of Las Vegas NV; 7 step children; 7 
grandchildren; 11 step grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 3 step 
great grandchildren; brother Mike Johnson (Gwen) of Abilene; and 
multiple nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife Carolyn Johnson; wife Joanna Johnson; sister Mary Virginia Kriwiel.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of Salina in care of Ryan Mortuary.

James 'Toby' Tobin Johnson Jr.

Andrew "Andy" MacGregor Jones, age 74, of Collyer, Kansas, passed away at Gove County Medical Center on May 28, 2020, as a result of cancer. He was born on January 4, 1946, in Goodland, KS, to William David and Geneva (Mac) Evangeline (MacGregor) Jones.&nbsp;

He graduated in 1964 from Wallace County High School in Sharon Springs. He then attended Lamar Junior College for 2 years and completed his bachelor’s degree at Kansas State University in 1969. He worked in the Sublette feed yard and was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam conflict, where he served stateside as a veterinary specialist. He married Susan Rondeau in 1970 and spent most of this time in Fort Sill, OK. He was discharged in 1971.&nbsp;

&nbsp;In 1973, Andy heard and responded to the gospel and began his walk with the Lord. They had four children, Jamie, Jarad, Adrian, and Julie. He worked in various feed yards and in 1988 went to work for the Kansas Department of Agriculture as an inspector for ACAP. They were married from 1970 to 1991.

On March 5, 1994, he married Sondra Behrends of Grant, NE. In 1996 they moved south of Collyer, KS, and established a cow herd where he fulfilled a lifelong dream of backgrounding his own cattle and feeding cattle for others. He retired from the state in 2006 to work full time with his horses and cattle.

Andy enjoyed being a member of the Mr. Pleasant Baptist Church in Studley, KS, raising “good horses”, playing cards with his friends and family and talking with “everyone.” He most recently enjoyed trialing his beloved border collie. He loved the Lord, his family, and his friends.&nbsp;

Andy is survived by his brother, David Jones of Sharon Springs, and sisters Marietta (Don) Zimmerman of Timnath, CO, and Roxie Tucker of Copeland; Susan and their four children, sons Jarad Jones of Wister, OK, (Dana of Shawnee, OK) and Adrian Jones of Wellington, CO; daughters, Jamie Lerwick (Troy Blankingship) of McPherson, and Julie Buzard of Great Bend; Sondra and stepchildren, Jeff (Lisa) Behrends of Grant, NE, Stephanie (Troy) Ramsey of Virginia Beach, VA, and Steven (Joni) Behrends of Chadron, NE; 10 grandchildren, 9 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren, and 2 step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William David, and Geneva (MacGregor) Jones and a brother-in-law, Steve Tucker.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 4, 2020, from 9:30 AM to service time at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 14998 E Rd 70 S Studley, KS.

Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, June 4, 2020, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions are suggested to Mt. Pleasant Baptist Youth. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home 901 S. Main St. Quinter, KS 67752.

Condolences may be left for the family by signing the guestbook on this page. Entries are screened daily and will not appear instantly.

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 </figure>Andrew "Andy" MacGregor Jones, age 74, of Collyer, Kansas, passed away at Gove County Medical Center on May 28, 2020, as a result of cancer. He was born on January 4, 1946, in Goodland, KS, to William David and Geneva (Mac) Evangeline (MacGregor) Jones.&nbsp;He graduated in 1964 from Wallace County High School in Sharon Springs. He then attended Lamar Junior College for 2 years and completed his bachelor’s degree at Kansas State University in 1969. He worked in the Sublette feed yard and was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam conflict, where he served stateside as a veterinary specialist. He married Susan Rondeau in 1970 and spent most of this time in Fort Sill, OK. He was discharged in 1971.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1973, Andy heard and responded to the gospel and began his walk with the Lord. They had four children, Jamie, Jarad, Adrian, and Julie. He worked in various feed yards and in 1988 went to work for the Kansas Department of Agriculture as an inspector for ACAP. They were married from 1970 to 1991.On March 5, 1994, he married Sondra Behrends of Grant, NE. In 1996 they moved south of Collyer, KS, and established a cow herd where he fulfilled a lifelong dream of backgrounding his own cattle and feeding cattle for others. He retired from the state in 2006 to work full time with his horses and cattle.Andy enjoyed being a member of the Mr. Pleasant Baptist Church in Studley, KS, raising “good horses”, playing cards with his friends and family and talking with “everyone.” He most recently enjoyed trialing his beloved border collie. He loved the Lord, his family, and his friends.&nbsp;Andy is survived by his brother, David Jones of Sharon Springs, and sisters Marietta (Don) Zimmerman of Timnath, CO, and Roxie Tucker of Copeland; Susan and their four children, sons Jarad Jones of Wister, OK, (Dana of Shawnee, OK) and Adrian Jones of Wellington, CO; daughters, Jamie Lerwick (Troy Blankingship) of McPherson, and Julie Buzard of Great Bend; Sondra and stepchildren, Jeff (Lisa) Behrends of Grant, NE, Stephanie (Troy) Ramsey of Virginia Beach, VA, and Steven (Joni) Behrends of Chadron, NE; 10 grandchildren, 9 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren, and 2 step-great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, William David, and Geneva (MacGregor) Jones and a brother-in-law, Steve Tucker.Visitation will be Thursday, June 4, 2020, from 9:30 AM to service time at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 14998 E Rd 70 S Studley, KS.Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, June 4, 2020, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Cemetery.Memorial Contributions are suggested to Mt. Pleasant Baptist Youth. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home 901 S. Main St. Quinter, KS 67752.Condolences may be left for the family by signing the guestbook on this page. Entries are screened daily and will not appear instantly.

Andrew 'Andy' MacGregor Jones

Barbara D. Seltmann, 69, Gladstone, Missouri, formerly of Hays, died Sunday, March 22, 2020, at Liberty Health and Wellness Skilled Nursing in Liberty, Missouri.

She was born May 2, 1950, in LaCrosse, Kansas, the daughter of Orlando and Vera (Kopsky) Peach.&nbsp; On August 7, 1970, she was united in marriage to Douglas L. Seltmann in LaCrosse, and they were married 42 years before he preceded her in death on February 4, 2013.&nbsp; She lived in Kansas for 55 years.&nbsp; In 2005, she moved to Liberty, Missouri, living there for five years.&nbsp; In 2010, she moved back to Kansas, and in 2016 she moved back to Missouri, the state she loved.

Survivors include her soulmate; Lee Lewis of Gladstone, MO, her father; Orlando Peach of LaCrosse, a daughter; Deana Rohn and husband Edgar of Cancun, Mexico, three sons; Richard “Ricky” Seltmann and girlfriend Melissa of Hays, Ronnie Seltmann and wife Mary of Liberty, MO, and Ryan Seltmann and wife Melissa of Hays, two brothers; John Peach and wife Connie of Springfield, MO and Frank Peach and wife Kim of LaCrosse, four sisters; Kathryn LaVerne Herrman and husband Kenny of Liebenthal, Rhonda Holloway of LaCrosse, Jeri Diehl and husband Ronnie of Jetmore and Mary Kay Schuckman and husband Irvin of Jetmore, four grandchildren; Megan, Morgan, Tyler, and Mallory, four great grandchildren; Miriya, Josh, Cadyn, and Kash, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother; Vera, husband; Doug, a granddaughter; Merlynna, an infant brother; Richard, two infant sisters; Donna and Patricia, and a brother-in-law; Topper Holloway.

Graveside services were held at Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Seltmann family made payable to Ronald Seltmann, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel, 1906 Pine Street, Hays.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Barbara may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Barbara D. Seltmann, 69, Gladstone, Missouri, formerly of Hays, died Sunday, March 22, 2020, at Liberty Health and Wellness Skilled Nursing in Liberty, Missouri.She was born May 2, 1950, in LaCrosse, Kansas, the daughter of Orlando and Vera (Kopsky) Peach.&nbsp; On August 7, 1970, she was united in marriage to Douglas L. Seltmann in LaCrosse, and they were married 42 years before he preceded her in death on February 4, 2013.&nbsp; She lived in Kansas for 55 years.&nbsp; In 2005, she moved to Liberty, Missouri, living there for five years.&nbsp; In 2010, she moved back to Kansas, and in 2016 she moved back to Missouri, the state she loved.Survivors include her soulmate; Lee Lewis of Gladstone, MO, her father; Orlando Peach of LaCrosse, a daughter; Deana Rohn and husband Edgar of Cancun, Mexico, three sons; Richard “Ricky” Seltmann and girlfriend Melissa of Hays, Ronnie Seltmann and wife Mary of Liberty, MO, and Ryan Seltmann and wife Melissa of Hays, two brothers; John Peach and wife Connie of Springfield, MO and Frank Peach and wife Kim of LaCrosse, four sisters; Kathryn LaVerne Herrman and husband Kenny of Liebenthal, Rhonda Holloway of LaCrosse, Jeri Diehl and husband Ronnie of Jetmore and Mary Kay Schuckman and husband Irvin of Jetmore, four grandchildren; Megan, Morgan, Tyler, and Mallory, four great grandchildren; Miriya, Josh, Cadyn, and Kash, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her mother; Vera, husband; Doug, a granddaughter; Merlynna, an infant brother; Richard, two infant sisters; Donna and Patricia, and a brother-in-law; Topper Holloway.Graveside services were held at Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Seltmann family made payable to Ronald Seltmann, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel, 1906 Pine Street, Hays.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Barbara may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;

Barbara D. Seltmann

Thomas Eugene Hickel, 58, passed away May 30, 2020, at his home in 
Great Bend. He was born on September 10, 1961 at Ellinwood, to Charles 
&amp; Gloria Ann (Thill) Hickel. He married Rita Axman on February 17, 
1990, at Olmitz. She survives.

A lifetime Barton county resident, Tom was a fab tech for Roto-Mix. 
He was a member of Prince of Peace parish in Great Bend, the NRA, 
American Prostate Cancer Foundation, and a participant in Relay for 
Life. He was an avid Nascar fan, always rooting on Chase Elliott and 
Jeff Gordon. Tom enjoyed deer, turtle and coyote hunting. He was a 
hardworking family man, always enjoying spending time with his family, 
and his grandchildren were his prized possession.

Survivors include, his wife, Rita Hickel of the home; a son, Carl 
Hickel and wife Bailey of Midland, Tex.; two daughters, Reba Kohn and 
husband Kyle of Kinsley, and Tana Yellowwolf and husband Micah of Great 
Bend; two brothers, Donald Hickel, and James Hickel and wife Sheryl, all
 of Claflin; a sister, Deborah Mills of Great Bend; lifelong friend, 
James Doeden; and 3 grandchildren, Charlee Yellowwolf, Kade Kohn, and 
Holden Hickel. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a grandson, 
Levi Kohn.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 2, 2020
 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and
 Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at Sts. Peter &amp; Paul Church, 
rural Ellinwood. Interment will be in Sts. Peter &amp; Paul Cemetery, 
rural Ellinwood. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be 
suggested to Kans for Kids or the Tom Hickel Memorial Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Thomas Eugene Hickel, 58, passed away May 30, 2020, at his home in 
Great Bend. He was born on September 10, 1961 at Ellinwood, to Charles 
&amp; Gloria Ann (Thill) Hickel. He married Rita Axman on February 17, 
1990, at Olmitz. She survives.A lifetime Barton county resident, Tom was a fab tech for Roto-Mix. 
He was a member of Prince of Peace parish in Great Bend, the NRA, 
American Prostate Cancer Foundation, and a participant in Relay for 
Life. He was an avid Nascar fan, always rooting on Chase Elliott and 
Jeff Gordon. Tom enjoyed deer, turtle and coyote hunting. He was a 
hardworking family man, always enjoying spending time with his family, 
and his grandchildren were his prized possession.Survivors include, his wife, Rita Hickel of the home; a son, Carl 
Hickel and wife Bailey of Midland, Tex.; two daughters, Reba Kohn and 
husband Kyle of Kinsley, and Tana Yellowwolf and husband Micah of Great 
Bend; two brothers, Donald Hickel, and James Hickel and wife Sheryl, all
 of Claflin; a sister, Deborah Mills of Great Bend; lifelong friend, 
James Doeden; and 3 grandchildren, Charlee Yellowwolf, Kade Kohn, and 
Holden Hickel. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a grandson, 
Levi Kohn.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 2, 2020
 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and
 Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at Sts. Peter &amp; Paul Church, 
rural Ellinwood. Interment will be in Sts. Peter &amp; Paul Cemetery, 
rural Ellinwood. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be 
suggested to Kans for Kids or the Tom Hickel Memorial Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

Thomas Eugene Hickel

Arlen Francis Ruhnke, 67, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 at his home in Long Island, KS. Arlen was born on June 12, 1952 to Douglas and Florence (Albers) Ruhnke in Troy, KS where he lived most of his life.

Survivors include his wife, Barb of the home, son Daniel, St. Joseph, MO, daughter Corinne, Long Island, son Aaron, Topeka, KS, son Jay, Las Vegas, NV, a sister Rosa Madison of Troy, KS and 13 grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at the Norton Christian Church, Norton, KS on Monday,

June 1st at 10:30am with Pastor Nate Hagen officiating.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held in Bendena, KS at Moray Cemetery on Wednesday June 3 at 1pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Norton Christian Church youth ministry, mailable to Norton Christian Church, 208 N. Kansas, Norton, KS 67654.

Arlen Francis Ruhnke, 67, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 at his home in Long Island, KS. Arlen was born on June 12, 1952 to Douglas and Florence (Albers) Ruhnke in Troy, KS where he lived most of his life.Survivors include his wife, Barb of the home, son Daniel, St. Joseph, MO, daughter Corinne, Long Island, son Aaron, Topeka, KS, son Jay, Las Vegas, NV, a sister Rosa Madison of Troy, KS and 13 grandchildren.Memorial services will be held at the Norton Christian Church, Norton, KS on Monday,June 1st at 10:30am with Pastor Nate Hagen officiating.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held in Bendena, KS at Moray Cemetery on Wednesday June 3 at 1pm.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Norton Christian Church youth ministry, mailable to Norton Christian Church, 208 N. Kansas, Norton, KS 67654.

Arlen Francis Ruhnke

Vernon L. Steerman, 90, of Alton, KS, formerly of Osborne, KS, passed
 away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital. 
&nbsp;He was born on November 16, 1929 at Riley, KS to Leo &amp; Ora (Miller)
 Steerman.

Vernon was a veteran of the United States Air Force. &nbsp;He was a LT. 
Colonel in the JAG during the Korean War &amp; Vietnam War. &nbsp;He later 
served as&nbsp;an Osborne County Attorney.

Vernon married Vivian M. Brummer and to this union 3 daughters were born.

Vernon was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Vivian in 2019.

Vernon is survived by his daughters: Vicki Bodner of San Antonio, TX;
 Valerie Woznak of Worton, TX; VeAnne Depperschmidt of McPherson, KS; 5 
grandchildren &amp; 6 great-grandchildren.

Vernon L. Steerman, 90, of Alton, KS, formerly of Osborne, KS, passed
 away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital. 
&nbsp;He was born on November 16, 1929 at Riley, KS to Leo &amp; Ora (Miller)
 Steerman.Vernon was a veteran of the United States Air Force. &nbsp;He was a LT. 
Colonel in the JAG during the Korean War &amp; Vietnam War. &nbsp;He later 
served as&nbsp;an Osborne County Attorney.Vernon married Vivian M. Brummer and to this union 3 daughters were born.Vernon was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Vivian in 2019.Vernon is survived by his daughters: Vicki Bodner of San Antonio, TX;
 Valerie Woznak of Worton, TX; VeAnne Depperschmidt of McPherson, KS; 5 
grandchildren &amp; 6 great-grandchildren.No services will be held by his request.

Vernon L. Steerman

Lee Edward “Ed” Depperschmidt, 85, Rush Center, Kansas, died Saturday, May 23, 2020, at Pleasant View Home, Inman, Kansas.

Ed was born April 16, 1935, in rural Liebenthal, Kansas, the son of 
Marcus and Magdalena E. (Herrman) Depperschmidt.&nbsp; He was a resident of 
Rush County, Kansas, for 40+ years, moving from Norfolk, Virginia.&nbsp;

He served in the United States Marine Corps for 20 years and was 
proud to be a veteran.&nbsp; During his military career, he served two tours 
of duty in Vietnam, and was a member of Marine Helicopter Squadron One 
(HMX-1).&nbsp; HMX-1 is responsible for the transportation of the president 
and vice president of the United States, heads of states, Department of 
Defense officials, and other VIPs as directed by the Marine Corps and 
White House Military Office.&nbsp; Upon his retirement from the Marine Corps,
 he co-owned and operated Depperschmidt Steel Siding with his son, Paul 
Depperschmidt.

Ed’s hobbies included going to the casinos, yard work, mowing with 
his riding lawn mower, old cars, and time spent with his grandchildren 
and great grandchildren.&nbsp; He loved that he shared a birthday with his 
youngest great granddaughter, Demi.

On July 21, 1961, he married Mary Cox at Las Vegas, Nevada.&nbsp; She preceded him in death July 4, 1995.

Survivors include: &nbsp;one son, Paul Depperschmidt (Starla Parker, La 
Crosse, Kansas; one daughter, Janice Mohler (Kevin, Bella Vista, 
Arkansas; six grandchildren, Valerie Avila, Grapevine, Texas, Andrew 
Depperschmidt, La Crosse, Kansas, Jacob “Jake” Depperschmidt, Garden 
City, Kansas, Torre Shultz, Holcomb, Kansas, McCashen Mohler, Garden 
City, Kansas, and Desmaranda Carver, Anderson, Missouri; seven great 
grandchildren, Jairdan Mohler, Jenasie Mohler, and Breckyn Shultz, all 
of Holcomb, Kansas, Gannon Mohler, Bentlee Beavers, and Demi Beavers, 
all of Garden City, Kansas, and Gabriel Avila, Grapevine, Texas; one 
brother, Dennis Depperschmidt, La Crosse, Kansas, and one sister, JoAnn 
Fincher, La Crosse, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary 
Depperschmidt; an infant daughter, Peggy Kay Depperschmidt; three 
brothers, Gerald Depperschmidt, LaVern Depperschmidt, and Charles 
“Charlie” Depperschmidt; and four sisters, Rosie Krom, Mary Alice 
Stetler, Ida John, and Patricia “Patty” Hasenfratz.

Because of the current challenges the world is facing at the present 
time, this is a private, immediate family only, memorial service and 
inurnment, with no visitation.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the Rush County EMT’s.

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

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

Lee Edward “Ed” Depperschmidt, 85, Rush Center, Kansas, died Saturday, May 23, 2020, at Pleasant View Home, Inman, Kansas.Ed was born April 16, 1935, in rural Liebenthal, Kansas, the son of 
Marcus and Magdalena E. (Herrman) Depperschmidt.&nbsp; He was a resident of 
Rush County, Kansas, for 40+ years, moving from Norfolk, Virginia.&nbsp;He served in the United States Marine Corps for 20 years and was 
proud to be a veteran.&nbsp; During his military career, he served two tours 
of duty in Vietnam, and was a member of Marine Helicopter Squadron One 
(HMX-1).&nbsp; HMX-1 is responsible for the transportation of the president 
and vice president of the United States, heads of states, Department of 
Defense officials, and other VIPs as directed by the Marine Corps and 
White House Military Office.&nbsp; Upon his retirement from the Marine Corps,
 he co-owned and operated Depperschmidt Steel Siding with his son, Paul 
Depperschmidt.Ed’s hobbies included going to the casinos, yard work, mowing with 
his riding lawn mower, old cars, and time spent with his grandchildren 
and great grandchildren.&nbsp; He loved that he shared a birthday with his 
youngest great granddaughter, Demi.On July 21, 1961, he married Mary Cox at Las Vegas, Nevada.&nbsp; She preceded him in death July 4, 1995.Survivors include: &nbsp;one son, Paul Depperschmidt (Starla Parker, La 
Crosse, Kansas; one daughter, Janice Mohler (Kevin, Bella Vista, 
Arkansas; six grandchildren, Valerie Avila, Grapevine, Texas, Andrew 
Depperschmidt, La Crosse, Kansas, Jacob “Jake” Depperschmidt, Garden 
City, Kansas, Torre Shultz, Holcomb, Kansas, McCashen Mohler, Garden 
City, Kansas, and Desmaranda Carver, Anderson, Missouri; seven great 
grandchildren, Jairdan Mohler, Jenasie Mohler, and Breckyn Shultz, all 
of Holcomb, Kansas, Gannon Mohler, Bentlee Beavers, and Demi Beavers, 
all of Garden City, Kansas, and Gabriel Avila, Grapevine, Texas; one 
brother, Dennis Depperschmidt, La Crosse, Kansas, and one sister, JoAnn 
Fincher, La Crosse, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary 
Depperschmidt; an infant daughter, Peggy Kay Depperschmidt; three 
brothers, Gerald Depperschmidt, LaVern Depperschmidt, and Charles 
“Charlie” Depperschmidt; and four sisters, Rosie Krom, Mary Alice 
Stetler, Ida John, and Patricia “Patty” Hasenfratz.Because of the current challenges the world is facing at the present 
time, this is a private, immediate family only, memorial service and 
inurnment, with no visitation.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the Rush County EMT’s.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Lee Edward 'Ed' Depperschmidt

Gerald Henry “Jerry” Hickert, 89, Hays,
 former longtime Jennings, Kansas farmer and stockman, passed away 
Thursday, May 28, 2020 at HaysMed.

He was born Sunday, April 26, 1931 on 
the family farm near Clayton, Kansas, the son of Aloysius Michael “Babe”
 and Josephine Fernunda “Joey” (Nusse) Hickert, the fourth of five 
children.&nbsp; Jerry graduated from Jennings High School in 1949.&nbsp; He was 
drafted into military service with the United States Army and served his
 country in Japan during the Korean Conflict as a teletype operator.&nbsp; On
 April 11, 1959 he was united in marriage to Marcella Theresa Boor in 
Seguin, Kansas, and they were married 61 years.&nbsp; To this union, three 
children were born:&nbsp; Debra, Darrell and Diane.&nbsp; Jerry and Marcella 
farmed southeast of Jennings for 33 years, and in 1992 they retired and 
moved to Hays.&nbsp; Jerry “retired” again from Quest Diagnostics of Hays, 
where he was employed as a courier. &nbsp;He loved animals and farming, and 
thoroughly enjoyed working the land, growing grain, raising cattle and 
hogs, and in his retirement years, gardening, especially flowers.&nbsp; Jerry
 could rebuild or fix anything, large or small, and he enjoyed playing 
the guitar.

Survivors include his wife; Marcella of
 the home, three children; Debra Dix of Stockton, Darrell (Shirley) 
Hickert of Oberlin, and Diane Hickert of Hays, four grandchildren, nine 
great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, two sisters; Noreen 
Crabill of Norton and Charlene Goscha of Oakley, a brother; Fred 
(Majella) Hickert of Hays, his sisters-in-law and brothers-in law; Leona
 Boor of Hays, Susan Boor of Hutchinson, Luella Linnebur of Bel Aire, 
Leon (Mary Jo) Boor of Abilene, and Jeannie (Jerry) Patterson of 
Wakefield, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, a brother; Quinten “Squire” Hickert, nine brothers-in-law; 
Bernard Kaus, Verl Crabill, Red Stephens, Gilbert Campbell, Louis 
Collins, Vic Goscha, Harold Boor, Marvin Boor and Wayne Linnebur, a 
sister-in-law; Pat Stephens, and four nephews.

Private family services will be at 2:00
 pm on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Hays 
with military honors provided by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard.&nbsp; 
Private family inurnment will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials are
 suggested to the family’s wishes and can be sent to the family at 1700 
Anthony Dr., Hays, Kansas, 67601.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jerry may
 be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

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 </figure>Gerald Henry “Jerry” Hickert, 89, Hays,
 former longtime Jennings, Kansas farmer and stockman, passed away 
Thursday, May 28, 2020 at HaysMed.He was born Sunday, April 26, 1931 on 
the family farm near Clayton, Kansas, the son of Aloysius Michael “Babe”
 and Josephine Fernunda “Joey” (Nusse) Hickert, the fourth of five 
children.&nbsp; Jerry graduated from Jennings High School in 1949.&nbsp; He was 
drafted into military service with the United States Army and served his
 country in Japan during the Korean Conflict as a teletype operator.&nbsp; On
 April 11, 1959 he was united in marriage to Marcella Theresa Boor in 
Seguin, Kansas, and they were married 61 years.&nbsp; To this union, three 
children were born:&nbsp; Debra, Darrell and Diane.&nbsp; Jerry and Marcella 
farmed southeast of Jennings for 33 years, and in 1992 they retired and 
moved to Hays.&nbsp; Jerry “retired” again from Quest Diagnostics of Hays, 
where he was employed as a courier. &nbsp;He loved animals and farming, and 
thoroughly enjoyed working the land, growing grain, raising cattle and 
hogs, and in his retirement years, gardening, especially flowers.&nbsp; Jerry
 could rebuild or fix anything, large or small, and he enjoyed playing 
the guitar.Survivors include his wife; Marcella of
 the home, three children; Debra Dix of Stockton, Darrell (Shirley) 
Hickert of Oberlin, and Diane Hickert of Hays, four grandchildren, nine 
great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, two sisters; Noreen 
Crabill of Norton and Charlene Goscha of Oakley, a brother; Fred 
(Majella) Hickert of Hays, his sisters-in-law and brothers-in law; Leona
 Boor of Hays, Susan Boor of Hutchinson, Luella Linnebur of Bel Aire, 
Leon (Mary Jo) Boor of Abilene, and Jeannie (Jerry) Patterson of 
Wakefield, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his 
parents, a brother; Quinten “Squire” Hickert, nine brothers-in-law; 
Bernard Kaus, Verl Crabill, Red Stephens, Gilbert Campbell, Louis 
Collins, Vic Goscha, Harold Boor, Marvin Boor and Wayne Linnebur, a 
sister-in-law; Pat Stephens, and four nephews.Private family services will be at 2:00
 pm on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Hays 
with military honors provided by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard.&nbsp; 
Private family inurnment will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials are
 suggested to the family’s wishes and can be sent to the family at 1700 
Anthony Dr., Hays, Kansas, 67601.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jerry may
 be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Gerald Henry 'Jerry' Hickert

Roberta “Robie” Mae Harries, age 79, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020.

Robie was born in Hill City, KS on June 16, 1940. She graduated from 
Central High School in Salina, KS and continued on to receive a Master’s
 degree in psychology from Marymount College, Salina. She also served in
 the United States Army and National Guard, she was a substance abuse 
counselor, legal secretary, and store detective for several stores in 
Salina. She was also part owner of Always Christmas in WaKeeney. Robie 
spent countless hours working in her yard and enjoying nature, interior 
decorating, and anything Christmas. Her strongest love was loving her 
husband, her daughters and her grandchildren. She also had a strong 
faith and love of Jesus Christ.

Robie is survived by her husband Jim; daughters Tammy Marshall Viar, 
Wendy Marshall Persinger (David) and Teressa Williams (Don) all of 
WaKeeney; grandchildren Jennifer Dechant of Hays, KS, Amy Tonthat (Hac) 
of Waco, TX, Amerie Cavasos (Leo) of Highlands Ranch, CO, Y Gol (Gan) of
 Charlotte, NC, Sherry Hafliger of Kincaid, KS, and Tracy Hammond (Kris)
 of Burley, ID; many great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; 
and sister Ruthie McGuire of Mukilteo, WA.

Robie was preceded in death by her parents Francis Hetzel and Ruth 
Pillars; siblings Doyle Hetzel, Della Evenson, and Francis White; and 
son-in-law Sam Viar Jr.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at WaKeeney 
Veterans’ Cemetery for family only. A memorial service will be announced
 at a later date. Pastor Steve Dinkel of Liberty Foursquare Church will 
be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the 
Humane Society of the High Plains or Liberty Foursquare Church both of 
Hays, KS. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral 
Home, 336 N. 12th St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1590944423062.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Roberta “Robie” Mae Harries, age 79, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020.Robie was born in Hill City, KS on June 16, 1940. She graduated from 
Central High School in Salina, KS and continued on to receive a Master’s
 degree in psychology from Marymount College, Salina. She also served in
 the United States Army and National Guard, she was a substance abuse 
counselor, legal secretary, and store detective for several stores in 
Salina. She was also part owner of Always Christmas in WaKeeney. Robie 
spent countless hours working in her yard and enjoying nature, interior 
decorating, and anything Christmas. Her strongest love was loving her 
husband, her daughters and her grandchildren. She also had a strong 
faith and love of Jesus Christ.Robie is survived by her husband Jim; daughters Tammy Marshall Viar, 
Wendy Marshall Persinger (David) and Teressa Williams (Don) all of 
WaKeeney; grandchildren Jennifer Dechant of Hays, KS, Amy Tonthat (Hac) 
of Waco, TX, Amerie Cavasos (Leo) of Highlands Ranch, CO, Y Gol (Gan) of
 Charlotte, NC, Sherry Hafliger of Kincaid, KS, and Tracy Hammond (Kris)
 of Burley, ID; many great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; 
and sister Ruthie McGuire of Mukilteo, WA.Robie was preceded in death by her parents Francis Hetzel and Ruth 
Pillars; siblings Doyle Hetzel, Della Evenson, and Francis White; and 
son-in-law Sam Viar Jr.Graveside services will be held Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at WaKeeney 
Veterans’ Cemetery for family only. A memorial service will be announced
 at a later date. Pastor Steve Dinkel of Liberty Foursquare Church will 
be officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the 
Humane Society of the High Plains or Liberty Foursquare Church both of 
Hays, KS. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral 
Home, 336 N. 12th St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Roberta 'Robie' Mae Harries

Tina Denise (Wolf) Glendy, age 61, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away 
on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. She was born July 6, 1958 in Hill City, KS 
to Anita June (Goff) and David Francis Wolf.

Tina married Glen Newell, and together they had three children. She 
was later united in marriage to Paul Glendy on December 2, 1994. They 
were married for 25 years. Tina was a devout member of the Ogallah 
Christian Church. She and her husband were directors and she was cook at
 Cedar Bluff Christian Service Camp from 2000 to 2003. She enjoyed 
attending church activities, serving elderly members of the community 
and visiting local nursing homes, cooking, and crocheting. Tina will be 
best remembered for singing and playing guitar, and her love of her 
family and her grandchildren.

Tina is survived by her husband; mother Anita Desbien; sons Derik 
Newell and Darin Newell; daughter Amber (Curt) Wagner; stepsons Adam 
(Wendy) Glendy and David (Tara) Glendy; stepdaughter Leah (Jeremy) Jech;
 seventeen grandchildren; brothers Terry Wolf, Rick (Joyce) Scott, and 
Dan (Marti) Scott; sisters Lorene (Gary) Wetzel, Deb Scott, and Linda 
(Roger) Clark. She is preceded in death by her father David Wolf and 
stepfather Elmond Scott.

A family hosted memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 
2020 at 10:30 AM at Ogallah Christian Church, with Pastor Shelby 
Crawford officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice 
Services, Inc. Donations to the organization may be sent care of Schmitt
 Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.

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 </figure>Tina Denise (Wolf) Glendy, age 61, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away 
on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. She was born July 6, 1958 in Hill City, KS 
to Anita June (Goff) and David Francis Wolf.Tina married Glen Newell, and together they had three children. She 
was later united in marriage to Paul Glendy on December 2, 1994. They 
were married for 25 years. Tina was a devout member of the Ogallah 
Christian Church. She and her husband were directors and she was cook at
 Cedar Bluff Christian Service Camp from 2000 to 2003. She enjoyed 
attending church activities, serving elderly members of the community 
and visiting local nursing homes, cooking, and crocheting. Tina will be 
best remembered for singing and playing guitar, and her love of her 
family and her grandchildren.Tina is survived by her husband; mother Anita Desbien; sons Derik 
Newell and Darin Newell; daughter Amber (Curt) Wagner; stepsons Adam 
(Wendy) Glendy and David (Tara) Glendy; stepdaughter Leah (Jeremy) Jech;
 seventeen grandchildren; brothers Terry Wolf, Rick (Joyce) Scott, and 
Dan (Marti) Scott; sisters Lorene (Gary) Wetzel, Deb Scott, and Linda 
(Roger) Clark. She is preceded in death by her father David Wolf and 
stepfather Elmond Scott.A family hosted memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 
2020 at 10:30 AM at Ogallah Christian Church, with Pastor Shelby 
Crawford officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice 
Services, Inc. Donations to the organization may be sent care of Schmitt
 Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Tina Denise (Wolf) Glendy

Owen Richard Long Jr., 54, passed away May 28, 2020 at University of Kansas Health Systems Great Bend Campus.

He was born September 16, 1965 in Oklahoma City, OK to Owen Richard Sr. and JoeAnn Bybee Long.

An area resident since 2014, he moved from Tahlequah, OK. He enjoyed photography and bird watching.

Survivors include: brother, Robert (Melissa) Long Sr., Pawnee Rock; 
sister, Christy Long, Midwest City, OK; two nephews, Robert Long Jr. and
 Charles Long, both of Oklahoma City, OK.

Cremation has taken place and service details will be announced at a later date by Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.

Memorials may be given to the Owen Long Memorial Fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Owen Richard Long Jr., 54, passed away May 28, 2020 at University of Kansas Health Systems Great Bend Campus.He was born September 16, 1965 in Oklahoma City, OK to Owen Richard Sr. and JoeAnn Bybee Long.An area resident since 2014, he moved from Tahlequah, OK. He enjoyed photography and bird watching.Survivors include: brother, Robert (Melissa) Long Sr., Pawnee Rock; 
sister, Christy Long, Midwest City, OK; two nephews, Robert Long Jr. and
 Charles Long, both of Oklahoma City, OK.He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation has taken place and service details will be announced at a later date by Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.Memorials may be given to the Owen Long Memorial Fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Owen Richard Long Jr.

Ernest M. Newell, 89, a lifelong resident of Damar, Kansas, died 
peacefully, May 26, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He 
was the oldest child of 13 children born to Armond Wilfred and Ruby 
Amanda (Thybault) Newell. As the children grew, Ernie helped with the 
younger ones. Norman, the youngest even called Ernie, “Dad." His parents
 spoke French in the home and the children learned English when they 
started to school. 


Following high school graduation, he attended college at St. 
Benedicts, Atchison, Kansas. He was a veteran of the United States Army 
serving during the Korean Conflict. He was an MP during that time, 
serving as a POW Guard on Cheju-do Island. Interestingly, 50 years 
later, Ernie’s son Dan was also stationed in Korea, brought his dad a 
piece of barbed wire from the DMZ.


On May 11, 1954, Ernest and Delores (LaBarge) Newell were united in 
Holy Matrimony in St. Joseph’s Church, Damar. This is the church where 
Ernie was baptized, received the Holy Eucharist, served as an altar boy 
and attended throughout his entire life. Ernie frequently reminded his 
family that he was one of the altar boys who rang the church bell by 
manually pulling on a rope!


During their 66 years of marriage, Ernie and Delores were blessed 
with seven children: Melinda (Mindy, Debra, Steve, Greg, Joseph, Todd, 
and Dan, raised six to adulthood, welcomed 14 grandchildren, and 21 
great-grandchildren. The love the two of them shared guided them through
 many good times and the bad times. In their later years, Ernie and 
Delores could be found every afternoon watching favorite TV shows, all 
the while holding hands!


Ernie was a very busy and diversified provider for his family. He 
was a farmer for 30 plus years, an oilfield driller, worked for Boeing, a
 drywaller, a grain and seed dealer, and a chef at the Damar Country 
Kitchen. His chicken fried steaks are remembered as legendary. He 
butchered and processed the meat raised and hunted for his family as 
well as for his neighbors. With his drywalling business and café, Ernie 
employed many of the local teenagers and taught them along the way. If 
you worked for Ernie it was said to be the best trade school education 
you could get!


Being a community minded citizen, Ernie was the Mayor of Damar for 
20 years and served on the School Board. Ernie also had many hobbies and
 activities he enjoyed with his family. He was an avid hunter and 
fisherman. He loved gardening, camping, gambling at casinos and 
travelling with the family. Ernie and Delores made a trip to Hawaii for 
their 64th Wedding Anniversary. During that trip, the oldest couple was 
honored at a luau, invited onto the stage for dancing!  Ernie and 
Delores were the stars of the show by the time the evening was over. 
Ernie was preceded in death by his parents; sons: Steve and Joseph 
Eugene; brothers: Alvin Newell, Norman Newell, Donald Newell; sister, 
Mary Ann Dinkel; and grandchild Nicholas Frazier. 


Leaving to mourn his passing are: his wife, Delores of Damar; 
daughters: Melinda “Mindy” Darnell (Thomas) of Damar, Debra Hallman of 
Plainville; sons: Greg Newell (Sammie Reid) of Osage Beach, Missouri, 
Todd Newell (Michelle) of Kansas City, Missouri, Dan Newell (Angel) of 
Montgomery, Alabama; brothers: Vincent Newell (Cindy) of Hays, Bernard 
Newell (Cynthia) of Concordia; sisters: Irma Laurin (Jerome) of Long 
Island, Eunice Hamel of Hays, Josephine Daugherty (Ronald) of Salina, 
Kathleen Krier (Gary) of Salina, Theresa Thompson of Beloit, Martha Nero
 of Thornton, Colorado; 13 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.


The past few months have been very hard for Ernie as his health 
deteriorated. He still made sure he had his beloved Delores by him as 
they watched their shows. Delores once asked, “Who will hold my hand 
when you are gone?” His reply came quickly, “I will.” Their love never 
wavered. 


Just a few days before his death, Ernie got his fishing gear ready 
and had it sitting beside the porch, prepared to go at a moment’s 
notice. That gear is still there. But rest in the belief that God has 
prepared for this man of Faith a great fishing spot for him in His 
Kingdom. Ernie truly is drinking from his saucer.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Ernest-M-Newell?obId=14776506#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/5/1590760771583.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Remembering Ernie….
Ernest M. Newell, 89, a lifelong resident of Damar, Kansas, died 
peacefully, May 26, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He 
was the oldest child of 13 children born to Armond Wilfred and Ruby 
Amanda (Thybault) Newell. As the children grew, Ernie helped with the 
younger ones. Norman, the youngest even called Ernie, “Dad." His parents
 spoke French in the home and the children learned English when they 
started to school. 
Following high school graduation, he attended college at St. 
Benedicts, Atchison, Kansas. He was a veteran of the United States Army 
serving during the Korean Conflict. He was an MP during that time, 
serving as a POW Guard on Cheju-do Island. Interestingly, 50 years 
later, Ernie’s son Dan was also stationed in Korea, brought his dad a 
piece of barbed wire from the DMZ.
On May 11, 1954, Ernest and Delores (LaBarge) Newell were united in 
Holy Matrimony in St. Joseph’s Church, Damar. This is the church where 
Ernie was baptized, received the Holy Eucharist, served as an altar boy 
and attended throughout his entire life. Ernie frequently reminded his 
family that he was one of the altar boys who rang the church bell by 
manually pulling on a rope!
During their 66 years of marriage, Ernie and Delores were blessed 
with seven children: Melinda (Mindy, Debra, Steve, Greg, Joseph, Todd, 
and Dan, raised six to adulthood, welcomed 14 grandchildren, and 21 
great-grandchildren. The love the two of them shared guided them through
 many good times and the bad times. In their later years, Ernie and 
Delores could be found every afternoon watching favorite TV shows, all 
the while holding hands!
Ernie was a very busy and diversified provider for his family. He 
was a farmer for 30 plus years, an oilfield driller, worked for Boeing, a
 drywaller, a grain and seed dealer, and a chef at the Damar Country 
Kitchen. His chicken fried steaks are remembered as legendary. He 
butchered and processed the meat raised and hunted for his family as 
well as for his neighbors. With his drywalling business and café, Ernie 
employed many of the local teenagers and taught them along the way. If 
you worked for Ernie it was said to be the best trade school education 
you could get!
Being a community minded citizen, Ernie was the Mayor of Damar for 
20 years and served on the School Board. Ernie also had many hobbies and
 activities he enjoyed with his family. He was an avid hunter and 
fisherman. He loved gardening, camping, gambling at casinos and 
travelling with the family. Ernie and Delores made a trip to Hawaii for 
their 64th Wedding Anniversary. During that trip, the oldest couple was 
honored at a luau, invited onto the stage for dancing! Ernie and 
Delores were the stars of the show by the time the evening was over. 
Ernie was preceded in death by his parents; sons: Steve and Joseph 
Eugene; brothers: Alvin Newell, Norman Newell, Donald Newell; sister, 
Mary Ann Dinkel; and grandchild Nicholas Frazier. 
Leaving to mourn his passing are: his wife, Delores of Damar; 
daughters: Melinda “Mindy” Darnell (Thomas) of Damar, Debra Hallman of 
Plainville; sons: Greg Newell (Sammie Reid) of Osage Beach, Missouri, 
Todd Newell (Michelle) of Kansas City, Missouri, Dan Newell (Angel) of 
Montgomery, Alabama; brothers: Vincent Newell (Cindy) of Hays, Bernard 
Newell (Cynthia) of Concordia; sisters: Irma Laurin (Jerome) of Long 
Island, Eunice Hamel of Hays, Josephine Daugherty (Ronald) of Salina, 
Kathleen Krier (Gary) of Salina, Theresa Thompson of Beloit, Martha Nero
 of Thornton, Colorado; 13 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.
The past few months have been very hard for Ernie as his health 
deteriorated. He still made sure he had his beloved Delores by him as 
they watched their shows. Delores once asked, “Who will hold my hand 
when you are gone?” His reply came quickly, “I will.” Their love never 
wavered. 
Just a few days before his death, Ernie got his fishing gear ready 
and had it sitting beside the porch, prepared to go at a moment’s 
notice. That gear is still there. But rest in the belief that God has 
prepared for this man of Faith a great fishing spot for him in His 
Kingdom. Ernie truly is drinking from his saucer.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Ernest-M-Newell?obId=14776506#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Ernest M. Newell

Rosemary Bernadette (Kessen) Kiser, 85, &nbsp;was born March 24, 1935, in 
Spearville, Kansas, during the days of the Dust Bowl and Great 
Depression, and died May 22, 2020, at SunPorch of Dodge City under the 
care of Hospice of the Prairie in Dodge City, Kansas.

She was a longtime insurance claims secretary for Ford County Farm Bureau.

Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents Paul B. and Helen A. 
Kessen, Spearville; sister Eileen Seidl, Dodge City; and brothers Paul 
L. Kessen, Fowler, and Lawrence Kessen, Spearville.

Rosemary is survived by her children Becky Kiser, Hays, Eric Kiser, 
Wichita, and Kathy Wilkerson and husband Jack, Dodge City; her brother 
Donald (Don) Kessen and wife Julia, Dodge City; and sister-in-law 
Gertrude (Gertie) Kessen, Fowler.

She also has four granddaughters — Megan, Katie, Bridgette, and 
Vittoria; three great-grandsons —&nbsp;Carter, Maddox, and Carter; and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation arrangements were conducted by Swaim Funeral Chapel of 
Dodge City. As per her wishes, there will be no visitation or memorial 
service.

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 </figure>Rosemary Bernadette (Kessen) Kiser, 85, &nbsp;was born March 24, 1935, in 
Spearville, Kansas, during the days of the Dust Bowl and Great 
Depression, and died May 22, 2020, at SunPorch of Dodge City under the 
care of Hospice of the Prairie in Dodge City, Kansas.She was a longtime insurance claims secretary for Ford County Farm Bureau.Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents Paul B. and Helen A. 
Kessen, Spearville; sister Eileen Seidl, Dodge City; and brothers Paul 
L. Kessen, Fowler, and Lawrence Kessen, Spearville.Rosemary is survived by her children Becky Kiser, Hays, Eric Kiser, 
Wichita, and Kathy Wilkerson and husband Jack, Dodge City; her brother 
Donald (Don) Kessen and wife Julia, Dodge City; and sister-in-law 
Gertrude (Gertie) Kessen, Fowler.She also has four granddaughters — Megan, Katie, Bridgette, and 
Vittoria; three great-grandsons —&nbsp;Carter, Maddox, and Carter; and 
numerous nieces and nephews.Cremation arrangements were conducted by Swaim Funeral Chapel of 
Dodge City. As per her wishes, there will be no visitation or memorial 
service.

Rosemary Bernadette (Kessen) Kiser

Ralph Morris Kinderknecht, age 90, of 
Ellis, Kansas passed away at his home on May 27, 2020.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 10, 1929 in rural Ellis County, Kansas to Jacob and Otillia 
(Bittel) Kinderknecht. He married Barbara Scheck on November 7, 1955 at 
St. Mary’s Church in Ellis. She preceded him in death on January 26, 
2013.&nbsp;

Ralph worked for Ellis County for 23 
years as a bridge supervisor. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church in Ellis, Ellis 3rd degree Knights of Columbus and the Wakeeney 
Eagles lodge. He enjoyed gardening, polka dancing, pinochle and spending
 time with his family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by his&nbsp;sons, Melvin 
(Tracy) Kinderknecht of Ellis and Gilbert (Cheryl) Kinderknecht of 
Ellis; daughters, Debra Kinderknecht of Ellis and Brenda Kinderknecht of
 Hays, KS; sister Beatina Weber of Great Bend, KS, 8 grandchildren and 5
 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents; a son, Leland Kinderknecht, 7 brothers, Walter, Charles, 
Victor, Eugene, Herman, Richard, and Alan Kinderknecht; three sisters, 
Lillian Wishnuck, Iona Dinkel and Regina Goff.&nbsp;

Visitation will be Friday 6 PM – 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and Knights of Columbus rosary at 7 PM all at the church

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, May 30, 2020 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial 
will follow in the St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions are suggested to
 St. Mary’s School. Contributions made payable to St. Mary’s School may 
be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th&nbsp; Ellis, KS 67637.

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

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 </figure>Ralph Morris Kinderknecht, age 90, of 
Ellis, Kansas passed away at his home on May 27, 2020.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 10, 1929 in rural Ellis County, Kansas to Jacob and Otillia 
(Bittel) Kinderknecht. He married Barbara Scheck on November 7, 1955 at 
St. Mary’s Church in Ellis. She preceded him in death on January 26, 
2013.&nbsp;Ralph worked for Ellis County for 23 
years as a bridge supervisor. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church in Ellis, Ellis 3rd degree Knights of Columbus and the Wakeeney 
Eagles lodge. He enjoyed gardening, polka dancing, pinochle and spending
 time with his family.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his&nbsp;sons, Melvin 
(Tracy) Kinderknecht of Ellis and Gilbert (Cheryl) Kinderknecht of 
Ellis; daughters, Debra Kinderknecht of Ellis and Brenda Kinderknecht of
 Hays, KS; sister Beatina Weber of Great Bend, KS, 8 grandchildren and 5
 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his 
parents; a son, Leland Kinderknecht, 7 brothers, Walter, Charles, 
Victor, Eugene, Herman, Richard, and Alan Kinderknecht; three sisters, 
Lillian Wishnuck, Iona Dinkel and Regina Goff.&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday 6 PM – 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and Knights of Columbus rosary at 7 PM all at the churchFuneral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, May 30, 2020 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial 
will follow in the St. Mary’s Cemetery.Memorial Contributions are suggested to
 St. Mary’s School. Contributions made payable to St. Mary’s School may 
be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th&nbsp; Ellis, KS 67637.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.&nbsp;

Ralph Morris Kinderknecht

Tina Glendy, age 61, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday May 27, 2020. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Tina Glendy, age 61, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday May 27, 2020. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Tina Glendy

Phillipsburg resident Daniel D. Price was born July 1, 1952 in St. 
Francis, KS to Harry and Neva (Bower) Price.&nbsp; He passed away peacefully 
on May 25, 2020 with his wife by his side at the age of 67.

Dan grew up on a ranch and at the age of 11 he and his family moved 
to Phillipsburg, KS.&nbsp; He attended school there and graduated in 1970.&nbsp; 
One day after graduating he entered into the US Navy.&nbsp; While serving on a
 ship in Boston, MA he met his wife Mary Dunlap where they were married 
on May 4, 1973.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged from the Navy on May 25, 
1974.&nbsp;

Although he had plans to go back to school in Boston, while visiting 
in Phillipsburg, he got a job offer to work at the refinery in 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; So after a quick trip to Boston to get their belongings 
they moved back to Phillipsburg. &nbsp;While there he was proud to serve on 
the city council.&nbsp; In 1982 when the refinery closed down he, his wife 
and son moved to Boston, MA. &nbsp;During this time Dan went back to school 
and earned his Journeyman and Master Electrician License.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
working as a union electrician.&nbsp; In 2006 he moved back to Phillipsburg 
and worked for Tamko Building Products until he retired in 2017.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Harry and 
Neva; younger sister Carol Haas; and an infant brother Darrel.

He is survived by his wife Mary and son Danny of West
 Bridgewater, MA; daughter Ashley Kertis of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; and 2 
sisters Cheryl Doggett of Denver, CO and Donna Ellis of Grenada, MS.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family memorial service will be 
held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2020 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial 
Chapel, Phillipsburg with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating.&nbsp; The 
service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
FaceBook page.

Friends may sign the book Thursday at the funeral chapel from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Daniel D. Price was born July 1, 1952 in St. 
Francis, KS to Harry and Neva (Bower) Price.&nbsp; He passed away peacefully 
on May 25, 2020 with his wife by his side at the age of 67.Dan grew up on a ranch and at the age of 11 he and his family moved 
to Phillipsburg, KS.&nbsp; He attended school there and graduated in 1970.&nbsp; 
One day after graduating he entered into the US Navy.&nbsp; While serving on a
 ship in Boston, MA he met his wife Mary Dunlap where they were married 
on May 4, 1973.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged from the Navy on May 25, 
1974.&nbsp;Although he had plans to go back to school in Boston, while visiting 
in Phillipsburg, he got a job offer to work at the refinery in 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; So after a quick trip to Boston to get their belongings 
they moved back to Phillipsburg. &nbsp;While there he was proud to serve on 
the city council.&nbsp; In 1982 when the refinery closed down he, his wife 
and son moved to Boston, MA. &nbsp;During this time Dan went back to school 
and earned his Journeyman and Master Electrician License.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
working as a union electrician.&nbsp; In 2006 he moved back to Phillipsburg 
and worked for Tamko Building Products until he retired in 2017.Preceding him in death were his parents, Harry and 
Neva; younger sister Carol Haas; and an infant brother Darrel.He is survived by his wife Mary and son Danny of West
 Bridgewater, MA; daughter Ashley Kertis of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; and 2 
sisters Cheryl Doggett of Denver, CO and Donna Ellis of Grenada, MS.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family memorial service will be 
held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2020 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial 
Chapel, Phillipsburg with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating.&nbsp; The 
service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
FaceBook page.Friends may sign the book Thursday at the funeral chapel from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Daniel D. Price

Joseph Patrick Feldt, age 55, of Hays, KS, passed away at his home in Hays on May 26, 2020.&nbsp;He was born on January 25, 1965, in Colby, Kansas, to Arthur and Julia (Mumm) Feldt.&nbsp; He was a 1983 graduate of Wheatland High School, Grainfield, KS and a 1984 graduate of Northwest Kansas Vocational Technical School, Goodland, KS. He married Lillian Horton in Hoisington, KS in 1992. They later divorced.

Joe was a caring individual and enjoyed working as a CNA at various locations. He also worked several years for Fuller Brush Company in Great Bend, KS and most recently for Chartwells at Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS.&nbsp; He enjoyed cracking jokes, taking care of people and spending time with his family.

He leaves behind his brothers Ron (Pam) of Minneapolis, KS, Larry (Angie) of Hays, KS, Chuck (Judi) of Hoxie, KS and Jim (Deann) of Abilene, KS and sisters Linda (Jim) Laevenstein of Hoxie, KS, Mary (Monty) Selensky of Hays, KS, Judy Feldt (Linda Kelly) of Pendelton, OR, brother-in-law Rick Rodda of Salina, KS, 22 nieces and nephews, 33 great nieces and great nephews, his ex-wife, Lillian, 1 step-daughter, Michelle, 3 step-grandchildren, Mercedes, Michael and Matthew and 1 step-great-granddaughter, Maddie. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Julia Feldt, a brother Gerald (Jerry) and a sister Janet Rodda,&nbsp;and infant siblings David and Diana.

Services will be held Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Home and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Committal service will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Park, Kansas at 2 PM.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Call for Help-Ellis County and Sacred Heart Cemetery Fund, Park, KS and may be sent to Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St, 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>.

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 </figure>Joseph Patrick Feldt, age 55, of Hays, KS, passed away at his home in Hays on May 26, 2020.&nbsp;He was born on January 25, 1965, in Colby, Kansas, to Arthur and Julia (Mumm) Feldt.&nbsp; He was a 1983 graduate of Wheatland High School, Grainfield, KS and a 1984 graduate of Northwest Kansas Vocational Technical School, Goodland, KS. He married Lillian Horton in Hoisington, KS in 1992. They later divorced.Joe was a caring individual and enjoyed working as a CNA at various locations. He also worked several years for Fuller Brush Company in Great Bend, KS and most recently for Chartwells at Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS.&nbsp; He enjoyed cracking jokes, taking care of people and spending time with his family.He leaves behind his brothers Ron (Pam) of Minneapolis, KS, Larry (Angie) of Hays, KS, Chuck (Judi) of Hoxie, KS and Jim (Deann) of Abilene, KS and sisters Linda (Jim) Laevenstein of Hoxie, KS, Mary (Monty) Selensky of Hays, KS, Judy Feldt (Linda Kelly) of Pendelton, OR, brother-in-law Rick Rodda of Salina, KS, 22 nieces and nephews, 33 great nieces and great nephews, his ex-wife, Lillian, 1 step-daughter, Michelle, 3 step-grandchildren, Mercedes, Michael and Matthew and 1 step-great-granddaughter, Maddie. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Julia Feldt, a brother Gerald (Jerry) and a sister Janet Rodda,&nbsp;and infant siblings David and Diana.Services will be held Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Home and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Committal service will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Park, Kansas at 2 PM.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Call for Help-Ellis County and Sacred Heart Cemetery Fund, Park, KS and may be sent to Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St, 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>.

Joseph Patrick Feldt

Lois Mae Kerr, 101, died Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at The Shepherd's Center, Cimarron, Kansas.

She was born September 10, 1918 in Peoria, Nebraska, the daughter of 
Howard and Mattie (Sleeper) Pribbeno. She grew up in Sharon Springs, 
Kansas and graduated high school in 1937. Lois and Gerald moved from 
Boulder, Colorado to Cimarron, Kansas in 1958 remaining an area resident
 for her lifetime. She attended Fort Hays State University and obtained 
her lifetime teaching certificate and worked as a teacher for K-8 in a 
one room school house. Throughout the years she taught at Wallace 
County, Hays, Westminster Colorado, Oakley, Dodge City, and Cimarron. 
She was a project leader for the Cimarron Rustlers 4-H Club and enjoyed 
passing her knowledge onto others; especially her love for sewing, 
cooking, and crocheting.

Lois was a member of the First United Methodist Church, and she was 
the president of the United Methodist Women. She also served as the 
Sunday school secretary for countless years, and was a member of the 
ladies town coffee club, all in Cimarron.

On June 10, 1950 she married Gerald Eugene Kerr in Boulder, Colorado. He preceded her in death on February 19, 1998.

Survivors include: 2 daughters, Susan Mahurin and companion Mike 
Leahy, Dodge City, and Sandi Jordan, Sharon Springs, Kansas; 5 
Grandchildren, Jennifer Hill and husband Brian, Jason Kerr and wife 
Ashley, Amanda Kolb and husband Shawn, Megan Ross and husband Ian, and 
Ken Kerr; 18 Great Grandchildren, Jessica Messmer, Joshua Kerr, Austan 
Richman, Ashlee Richman, Kaityln Richman, Peyton Hill, Derek Hill, 
Braxton Kerr, Kyler Kerr, Westin Kerr, Mykenzie Kolb, Chandler Kolb, 
Carson Ross, Sydney Ross, Skyler Ross, Haley Kerr, Brandon Kerr, Kennedy
 Kerr; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her son, Steve Kerr, 2 brothers, 
Howard and Glenn Pribbeno, and 2 sisters, Bernice Sehnert and Eleanor 
Carpenter.

Funeral Service will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, May 30, 2020 at the 
First Baptist Church, Cimarron with Rev. Richard Deimund officiating. 
Burial will follow Cimarron Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Cimarron.

The family suggests memorials to the Lois Kerr Memorial Fund in care 
of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 446 Cimarron, Kansas 67835.

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 </figure>Lois Mae Kerr, 101, died Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at The Shepherd's Center, Cimarron, Kansas.She was born September 10, 1918 in Peoria, Nebraska, the daughter of 
Howard and Mattie (Sleeper) Pribbeno. She grew up in Sharon Springs, 
Kansas and graduated high school in 1937. Lois and Gerald moved from 
Boulder, Colorado to Cimarron, Kansas in 1958 remaining an area resident
 for her lifetime. She attended Fort Hays State University and obtained 
her lifetime teaching certificate and worked as a teacher for K-8 in a 
one room school house. Throughout the years she taught at Wallace 
County, Hays, Westminster Colorado, Oakley, Dodge City, and Cimarron. 
She was a project leader for the Cimarron Rustlers 4-H Club and enjoyed 
passing her knowledge onto others; especially her love for sewing, 
cooking, and crocheting.Lois was a member of the First United Methodist Church, and she was 
the president of the United Methodist Women. She also served as the 
Sunday school secretary for countless years, and was a member of the 
ladies town coffee club, all in Cimarron.On June 10, 1950 she married Gerald Eugene Kerr in Boulder, Colorado. He preceded her in death on February 19, 1998.Survivors include: 2 daughters, Susan Mahurin and companion Mike 
Leahy, Dodge City, and Sandi Jordan, Sharon Springs, Kansas; 5 
Grandchildren, Jennifer Hill and husband Brian, Jason Kerr and wife 
Ashley, Amanda Kolb and husband Shawn, Megan Ross and husband Ian, and 
Ken Kerr; 18 Great Grandchildren, Jessica Messmer, Joshua Kerr, Austan 
Richman, Ashlee Richman, Kaityln Richman, Peyton Hill, Derek Hill, 
Braxton Kerr, Kyler Kerr, Westin Kerr, Mykenzie Kolb, Chandler Kolb, 
Carson Ross, Sydney Ross, Skyler Ross, Haley Kerr, Brandon Kerr, Kennedy
 Kerr; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was also preceded in death by her son, Steve Kerr, 2 brothers, 
Howard and Glenn Pribbeno, and 2 sisters, Bernice Sehnert and Eleanor 
Carpenter.Funeral Service will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, May 30, 2020 at the 
First Baptist Church, Cimarron with Rev. Richard Deimund officiating. 
Burial will follow Cimarron Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Cimarron.The family suggests memorials to the Lois Kerr Memorial Fund in care 
of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 446 Cimarron, Kansas 67835.

Lois Mae Kerr

Phillipsburg resident Ryan D. Horner passed away May 22, 2020, at HaysMed in Hays, KS, at the age of 60. He was born Aug. 
19, 1959, in Phillipsburg, the son of Duane &amp; Monnie (Morgan) Horner.

Survivors include his wife Cindy of the home; 2 sons, Mike of McCook,
 NE and J.R. of Polk City, IA; 2 daughters, Tandy of Tampa, FL and Jamie
 of Auburn, KS; 2 brothers, Dave &amp; Tony of Phillipsburg; 1 sister, 
Linda Waters of Stockton; 14 grandchildren &amp; 3 great grandchildren.

Cremation was chosen. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillipsburg Golf Club

Phillipsburg resident Ryan D. Horner passed away May 22, 2020, at HaysMed in Hays, KS, at the age of 60. He was born Aug. 
19, 1959, in Phillipsburg, the son of Duane &amp; Monnie (Morgan) Horner.Survivors include his wife Cindy of the home; 2 sons, Mike of McCook,
 NE and J.R. of Polk City, IA; 2 daughters, Tandy of Tampa, FL and Jamie
 of Auburn, KS; 2 brothers, Dave &amp; Tony of Phillipsburg; 1 sister, 
Linda Waters of Stockton; 14 grandchildren &amp; 3 great grandchildren.Cremation was chosen. A memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillipsburg Golf Club

Ryan D. Horner

Theodore “Ted” Gepner Jr., 92, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 at his home in Russell.

Ted was born May 9, 1928 in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Theodore, Sr. and Sara (Middleton) Gepner.&nbsp; He grew up and attended school in Clay Center.

Ted was united in marriage to Helen Kurtenbach in July of 1952.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Jody and Wava.&nbsp; Later in life, he was united in marriage to Carol Newman in February of 2011. &nbsp;

Ted worked in the highway construction business for over 36 years as a heavy equipment operator.&nbsp; Ted enjoyed playing bingo, going to the lake and fishing his heart out.&nbsp; He enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially Jimmie Johnson and the Kansas City Chiefs.&nbsp; What he enjoyed the most was spending time in his recliner watching the old westerns on TV especially John Wayne.&nbsp; He was loved by everybody, he was the type that would give you a hand in need.

Ted is survived by his wife of nine years, Carol Gepner of Russell, Kansas; two son-in-laws, Allen Thompson of Beloit, Kansas and Rusty Hosier of Kirwin, Kansas; five granddaughters, Dusty Larson of Russell, Kansas, Christy Clapp (Gene) of Beloit, Kansas, Kye Boxum (Robert) of Salina, Kansas, Kelsy and Amy; grandson Kevin; eleven great grandchildren; and six great-great grandchildren.

Ted was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Helen; two daughters, Jody and Wava; two sisters, Wilma and Judy; and five brothers, Marvin, Ernest, Paul and Leonard.

A Memorial Gathering will be held at Kirwin Lake, Kirwin, Kansas, on Saturday, May 30, 2020.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established as the Ted Gepner Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Theodore “Ted” Gepner Jr., 92, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 at his home in Russell.Ted was born May 9, 1928 in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Theodore, Sr. and Sara (Middleton) Gepner.&nbsp; He grew up and attended school in Clay Center.Ted was united in marriage to Helen Kurtenbach in July of 1952.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Jody and Wava.&nbsp; Later in life, he was united in marriage to Carol Newman in February of 2011. &nbsp;Ted worked in the highway construction business for over 36 years as a heavy equipment operator.&nbsp; Ted enjoyed playing bingo, going to the lake and fishing his heart out.&nbsp; He enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially Jimmie Johnson and the Kansas City Chiefs.&nbsp; What he enjoyed the most was spending time in his recliner watching the old westerns on TV especially John Wayne.&nbsp; He was loved by everybody, he was the type that would give you a hand in need.Ted is survived by his wife of nine years, Carol Gepner of Russell, Kansas; two son-in-laws, Allen Thompson of Beloit, Kansas and Rusty Hosier of Kirwin, Kansas; five granddaughters, Dusty Larson of Russell, Kansas, Christy Clapp (Gene) of Beloit, Kansas, Kye Boxum (Robert) of Salina, Kansas, Kelsy and Amy; grandson Kevin; eleven great grandchildren; and six great-great grandchildren.Ted was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Helen; two daughters, Jody and Wava; two sisters, Wilma and Judy; and five brothers, Marvin, Ernest, Paul and Leonard.A Memorial Gathering will be held at Kirwin Lake, Kirwin, Kansas, on Saturday, May 30, 2020.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established as the Ted Gepner Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Theodore 'Ted' Gepner Jr.

Alfred Zimmerman Jr., 79, of the Kansas City
 Northland, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2020, at his home with 
family at his side.

Visitation for friends and family will be held from 9:30-10:45 am 
Friday, May 29, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, 
Liberty. Rosary and services will follow the visitation for family 
members. Burial in Glenridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are
 suggested to Wounded Warriors or to the Alzheimer's Association.

Al was born November 10, 1940, in Hays, KS, the third of six children
 of Alfred and Clementine "Dena" (Pfeifer) Zimmerman. He graduated from 
Great Bend, KS High School in 1958. Al served in the US Navy as an 
Aerial Photographer, was a Rifle and Pistol expert, and served as a 
Seabee. He received honorable discharge on March 1, 1963. Al later 
received his Bachelor's degree at Fort Hays State University in 1967.

Al was employed at Phillips Petroleum, worked in Industrial Equipment
 sales, and owned a motel complex before he received his Missouri and 
Kansas real estate broker's licenses in 1992. He worked in the 
residential and commercial real estate industry, eventually owning Flex 
Realty in the Kansas City Northland until retirement in 2017.

Al was a lifelong Catholic, and member of St. James parish in Liberty, MO. He was also a member of the American Legion.

Along with his parents, Al was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Zimmerman, and sister, Dorothy Taylor.

Al was united in marriage to Emma Rae Ayers on March 24, 1962, in 
Hays, KS. His wife of 58 years survives him. Other family members 
include his sons, Brian Zimmerman (Kim) and Bradley Zimmerman (April); 
grandchildren, Austin Zimmerman, Kaitlyn Jackson (Alex, Sierra Hegarty,
 Marissa Zimmerman and Jacklyn Zimmerman; siblings, Larry Zimmerman, 
Dolores Gordon and Paul Zimmerman; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, 
other family members and friends.

Click <a href="https://parklawnfunerals.com/obituaries/zimmerman-jr-alfred/">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Alfred Zimmerman Jr., 79, of the Kansas City
 Northland, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2020, at his home with 
family at his side.Visitation for friends and family will be held from 9:30-10:45 am 
Friday, May 29, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, 
Liberty. Rosary and services will follow the visitation for family 
members. Burial in Glenridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are
 suggested to Wounded Warriors or to the Alzheimer's Association.Al was born November 10, 1940, in Hays, KS, the third of six children
 of Alfred and Clementine "Dena" (Pfeifer) Zimmerman. He graduated from 
Great Bend, KS High School in 1958. Al served in the US Navy as an 
Aerial Photographer, was a Rifle and Pistol expert, and served as a 
Seabee. He received honorable discharge on March 1, 1963. Al later 
received his Bachelor's degree at Fort Hays State University in 1967.Al was employed at Phillips Petroleum, worked in Industrial Equipment
 sales, and owned a motel complex before he received his Missouri and 
Kansas real estate broker's licenses in 1992. He worked in the 
residential and commercial real estate industry, eventually owning Flex 
Realty in the Kansas City Northland until retirement in 2017.Al was a lifelong Catholic, and member of St. James parish in Liberty, MO. He was also a member of the American Legion.Along with his parents, Al was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Zimmerman, and sister, Dorothy Taylor.Al was united in marriage to Emma Rae Ayers on March 24, 1962, in 
Hays, KS. His wife of 58 years survives him. Other family members 
include his sons, Brian Zimmerman (Kim) and Bradley Zimmerman (April); 
grandchildren, Austin Zimmerman, Kaitlyn Jackson (Alex, Sierra Hegarty,
 Marissa Zimmerman and Jacklyn Zimmerman; siblings, Larry Zimmerman, 
Dolores Gordon and Paul Zimmerman; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, 
other family members and friends.Click <a href="https://parklawnfunerals.com/obituaries/zimmerman-jr-alfred/">HERE</a> for service details.

Alfred Zimmerman Jr.

Leola Gottschalk, 95, Hays, died Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Via Christi Village.

She was born July 26, 1924 on the 
family farm near Liebenthal, the daughter of Joseph and Rosa (Herrman) 
Schafer.&nbsp; After graduating from high school, she earned her teacher 
certification from Sacred Heart Academy in Wichita then taught in 
several one room schoolhouses.&nbsp; On May 24, 1949 she was united in 
marriage to Raymond “Ray” Gottschalk, and they were married 43 years 
before he preceded her in death on February 22, 1993.&nbsp; Her memberships 
included St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Anthony Altar Society, and 
Daughters of Isabella Circle #254.&nbsp; She was a substitute teacher, worked
 in her husband Ray’s Knights of Columbus Insurance office, and was very
 active in helping her husband with the Knights of Columbus, traveling 
frequently and attending conventions together.&nbsp; She enjoyed square 
dancing, playing pinochle and bridge, weekly Bingo, vegetable gardening,
 drawing, and keeping her mind sharp with crossword and crypto quote 
puzzles.&nbsp; She was active in her church, possessed a devout faith, was a 
wonderful cook, and loved her family, attending her children’s and 
grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp;

Survivors include four sons; Darrell 
Gottschalk and wife Shirley, Dennis Gottschalk and fiancé Brenda 
Reiners, Randy Gottschalk and wife Nadine, and Paul Gottschalk, all of 
Hays, a daughter; Linda Riedel and husband Leroy of Hays, a sister; Ann 
Dechant of Leawood, a brother-in-law; Francis Haberman of Great Bend, 
fourteen grandchildren; Tonya Knoll and husband Grady, Tara Amador and 
husband Sheldon, Amy Leiker, Tracy Dague and husband Chad, Renae 
Wellbrock and husband Jake, Kerri Stecklein, Shanon Herrman and husband 
Glenn, Rhonda LaBarge and husband Marty, Ryan Gottschalk and wife Tiara,
 Travis Gottschalk and wife Cherie, Sara Leiker and husband Taylor, 
Justin Gottschalk and fiancé Joslynn Davis, Jordan Gottschalk, and 
Joshua Gottschalk, 33 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.

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 </figure>Leola Gottschalk, 95, Hays, died Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Via Christi Village.She was born July 26, 1924 on the 
family farm near Liebenthal, the daughter of Joseph and Rosa (Herrman) 
Schafer.&nbsp; After graduating from high school, she earned her teacher 
certification from Sacred Heart Academy in Wichita then taught in 
several one room schoolhouses.&nbsp; On May 24, 1949 she was united in 
marriage to Raymond “Ray” Gottschalk, and they were married 43 years 
before he preceded her in death on February 22, 1993.&nbsp; Her memberships 
included St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Anthony Altar Society, and 
Daughters of Isabella Circle #254.&nbsp; She was a substitute teacher, worked
 in her husband Ray’s Knights of Columbus Insurance office, and was very
 active in helping her husband with the Knights of Columbus, traveling 
frequently and attending conventions together.&nbsp; She enjoyed square 
dancing, playing pinochle and bridge, weekly Bingo, vegetable gardening,
 drawing, and keeping her mind sharp with crossword and crypto quote 
puzzles.&nbsp; She was active in her church, possessed a devout faith, was a 
wonderful cook, and loved her family, attending her children’s and 
grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp;Survivors include four sons; Darrell 
Gottschalk and wife Shirley, Dennis Gottschalk and fiancé Brenda 
Reiners, Randy Gottschalk and wife Nadine, and Paul Gottschalk, all of 
Hays, a daughter; Linda Riedel and husband Leroy of Hays, a sister; Ann 
Dechant of Leawood, a brother-in-law; Francis Haberman of Great Bend, 
fourteen grandchildren; Tonya Knoll and husband Grady, Tara Amador and 
husband Sheldon, Amy Leiker, Tracy Dague and husband Chad, Renae 
Wellbrock and husband Jake, Kerri Stecklein, Shanon Herrman and husband 
Glenn, Rhonda LaBarge and husband Marty, Ryan Gottschalk and wife Tiara,
 Travis Gottschalk and wife Cherie, Sara Leiker and husband Taylor, 
Justin Gottschalk and fiancé Joslynn Davis, Jordan Gottschalk, and 
Joshua Gottschalk, 33 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband; Ray, a daughter-in-law; Silvia Gottschalk, a 
grandson-in-law; Farron Leiker, a brother; Bert Schafer, and three 
sisters; Rosemary Simpson, Coleta Haberman, and Geraldine Schafer.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, May 29, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Fr.
 Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on
 Thursday at the church and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, at Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at
 6:30 pm, followed by a vigil service at 7:00 pm, all on Thursday at the
 church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Church or to TMP-Marian 
High School.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Leola may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;

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