Franklin Ray Smith passed away on Monday, March 30, 2020, at the Hays 
Medical Center in Hays, Kansas, at the age of 92. He was born to Clyde 
and Georgia (Copeland) Smith in El Dorado, Kansas on June 1, 1927. Frank
 grew up in El Dorado and attended El Dorado High School until he went 
into the United States Merchant Marines in 1944 during World War II. He 
returned to El Dorado and later married Allene (Franklin) Smith on 
October 27, 1946 at the First Baptist Church. To this union, three 
children were born: Bob, Marcie, and Kathy.


Frank worked for Lane Wells Oil Service Company out of El Dorado for
 many years. When it was taken over by Dresser Atlas, they moved to 
Stockton. His last position as District Manager for Dresser moved him to
 North Dakota before his retirement in 1986. He then moved back to 
Stockton to spend the remainder of his years. Frank enjoyed the 
outdoors, especially fishing, and horses. He was on the Fair Board for 
many years and a big part of the county’s free fair. Frank and Allene 
enjoyed adventure and travels with some of their favorite trips to 
Australia, Branson, Missouri and visiting their son in Louisiana. He 
also loved to square dance; he and Allene would dance any chance they 
got, including competing at national square dancing events. Frank loved 
his family, and to keep the family connected, he and his brother put 
together an annual family reunion that hosted over 100 family and 
extended family members for over 30 years.


Frank was a member of the First Baptist Church while in El Dorado and a lifetime member of the VFW Post #8873. 


He is survived by his children, Bob (Kathy) Smith of Haughton, LA, 
Marcie McClure of El Dorado, and Kathy (Jim) Stice of Stockton; seven 
grandchildren, Jeff (Peggy) Smith, Shannon (Ricki) Mitchell, Jared 
(Sonja) Stice, Jacob (LaDonna) Stice, Kyleigh Stice, Marshall McClure, 
and Mason McClure; eleven great-grandchildren, and one great-great 
granddaughter.


Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Georgia Smith; 
wife, Allene Smith; and siblings Don Smith, Jim Smith, and Veloris Fine.


A memorial service for Frank will be held at a later date due to the
 COVID-19 outbreak. Memorials are suggested to the Rooks County Fair and
 may be sent in care of Plumer- Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North First,
 Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Franklin Ray Smith passed away on Monday, March 30, 2020, at the Hays 
Medical Center in Hays, Kansas, at the age of 92. He was born to Clyde 
and Georgia (Copeland) Smith in El Dorado, Kansas on June 1, 1927. Frank
 grew up in El Dorado and attended El Dorado High School until he went 
into the United States Merchant Marines in 1944 during World War II. He 
returned to El Dorado and later married Allene (Franklin) Smith on 
October 27, 1946 at the First Baptist Church. To this union, three 
children were born: Bob, Marcie, and Kathy.
Frank worked for Lane Wells Oil Service Company out of El Dorado for
 many years. When it was taken over by Dresser Atlas, they moved to 
Stockton. His last position as District Manager for Dresser moved him to
 North Dakota before his retirement in 1986. He then moved back to 
Stockton to spend the remainder of his years. Frank enjoyed the 
outdoors, especially fishing, and horses. He was on the Fair Board for 
many years and a big part of the county’s free fair. Frank and Allene 
enjoyed adventure and travels with some of their favorite trips to 
Australia, Branson, Missouri and visiting their son in Louisiana. He 
also loved to square dance; he and Allene would dance any chance they 
got, including competing at national square dancing events. Frank loved 
his family, and to keep the family connected, he and his brother put 
together an annual family reunion that hosted over 100 family and 
extended family members for over 30 years.
Frank was a member of the First Baptist Church while in El Dorado and a lifetime member of the VFW Post #8873. 
He is survived by his children, Bob (Kathy) Smith of Haughton, LA, 
Marcie McClure of El Dorado, and Kathy (Jim) Stice of Stockton; seven 
grandchildren, Jeff (Peggy) Smith, Shannon (Ricki) Mitchell, Jared 
(Sonja) Stice, Jacob (LaDonna) Stice, Kyleigh Stice, Marshall McClure, 
and Mason McClure; eleven great-grandchildren, and one great-great 
granddaughter.
Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Georgia Smith; 
wife, Allene Smith; and siblings Don Smith, Jim Smith, and Veloris Fine.
A memorial service for Frank will be held at a later date due to the
 COVID-19 outbreak. Memorials are suggested to the Rooks County Fair and
 may be sent in care of Plumer- Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North First,
 Stockton, KS 67669.

Franklin R. Smith


		Corey James Ewert, 32, tragically passed away at home on March 25, 2020.&nbsp; 
		He was born April 2, 1987, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Craig and Mary 
		Ewert.&nbsp;


		Corey graduated from Lees Summit High School, Class of 2005. Following 
		graduation, he attended school at Missouri State University.&nbsp; Corey 
		worked at KC Mowing &amp; More.&nbsp; He loved his job and working outside.&nbsp; 
		Corey loved sports, primarily soccer, and was an incredibly gifted 
		goalkeeper.&nbsp; His athletic ability was amazing and revered on the 
		field.&nbsp; Corey also loved playing the game of softball.&nbsp; He was 
		extremely quick on the base paths, was not afraid to get dirty, and 
		played with an abundance of energy and emotion.&nbsp; He grew up around 
		the game with his Dad, traveling the country to numerous tournaments.&nbsp; 
		He really loved being at the ballpark and hanging out with the fellas.
		&nbsp;


		Corey will be remembered for his big heart, infectious personality, 
		sense of humor, big beautiful smile, and contagious laughter. He made 
		the room light up with his uncanny sense of humor.&nbsp; Corey had this 
		energy that made everyone want to be around him. &nbsp;He was the life of the 
		party.&nbsp;


		He is survived by loving parents, Craig and Mary Ewert of Lee’s Summit, 
		MO; his two sisters and brother-in-law: Brian and Lindsay Bina of 
		McPherson, KS; Kelsey Ewert of Kansas City, MO: two nephews and one 
		niece: Braylon, Avery, and Maddux Bina of McPherson, KS: maternal 
		grandparents, Jim and Aggie Miller of Hays, KS; and many aunts, uncles, 
		and cousins.
		&nbsp;


		Corey joins his paternal grandparents, Don and Twila Knight, Dewane 
		Ewert, and his uncle, Greg Miller in heaven.&nbsp;


		Due to the Covid-19 outbreak and regulations, there will only be a 
		viewing for the immediate family at Royer Funeral Home, 100 Royer Lane 
		in Grain Valley, MO, on Tuesday, March 31st. There will be a funeral 
		service and celebration of life in Lee’s Summit at a future date. Corey 
		will be interred alongside his grandparents, Don and Twila Knight, at 
		Holy Cross Cemetery in Pfeifer, Kansas at a future date.

Memorial donations may be given to 
		<a href="https://evanfischerfoundation.org/" target="_blank">
		https://evanfischerfoundation.org/</a> 
		This foundation was built to help children and young adults fight and 
		win the battle of against the disease of addiction.&nbsp; If you would 
		like to donate flowers, please wait for the funeral service and 
		celebration to be held in Lee’s Summit at a future date.


		Arrangements:&nbsp; Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO

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		Corey James Ewert, 32, tragically passed away at home on March 25, 2020.&nbsp; 
		He was born April 2, 1987, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Craig and Mary 
		Ewert.&nbsp;
		Corey graduated from Lees Summit High School, Class of 2005. Following 
		graduation, he attended school at Missouri State University.&nbsp; Corey 
		worked at KC Mowing &amp; More.&nbsp; He loved his job and working outside.&nbsp; 
		Corey loved sports, primarily soccer, and was an incredibly gifted 
		goalkeeper.&nbsp; His athletic ability was amazing and revered on the 
		field.&nbsp; Corey also loved playing the game of softball.&nbsp; He was 
		extremely quick on the base paths, was not afraid to get dirty, and 
		played with an abundance of energy and emotion.&nbsp; He grew up around 
		the game with his Dad, traveling the country to numerous tournaments.&nbsp; 
		He really loved being at the ballpark and hanging out with the fellas.
		&nbsp;
		Corey will be remembered for his big heart, infectious personality, 
		sense of humor, big beautiful smile, and contagious laughter. He made 
		the room light up with his uncanny sense of humor.&nbsp; Corey had this 
		energy that made everyone want to be around him. &nbsp;He was the life of the 
		party.&nbsp;
		He is survived by loving parents, Craig and Mary Ewert of Lee’s Summit, 
		MO; his two sisters and brother-in-law: Brian and Lindsay Bina of 
		McPherson, KS; Kelsey Ewert of Kansas City, MO: two nephews and one 
		niece: Braylon, Avery, and Maddux Bina of McPherson, KS: maternal 
		grandparents, Jim and Aggie Miller of Hays, KS; and many aunts, uncles, 
		and cousins.
		&nbsp;
		Corey joins his paternal grandparents, Don and Twila Knight, Dewane 
		Ewert, and his uncle, Greg Miller in heaven.&nbsp;
		Due to the Covid-19 outbreak and regulations, there will only be a 
		viewing for the immediate family at Royer Funeral Home, 100 Royer Lane 
		in Grain Valley, MO, on Tuesday, March 31st. There will be a funeral 
		service and celebration of life in Lee’s Summit at a future date. Corey 
		will be interred alongside his grandparents, Don and Twila Knight, at 
		Holy Cross Cemetery in Pfeifer, Kansas at a future date.
		Memorial donations may be given to 
		<a href="https://evanfischerfoundation.org/" target="_blank">
		https://evanfischerfoundation.org/</a> 
		This foundation was built to help children and young adults fight and 
		win the battle of against the disease of addiction.&nbsp; If you would 
		like to donate flowers, please wait for the funeral service and 
		celebration to be held in Lee’s Summit at a future date.
		Arrangements:&nbsp; Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO

Corey James Ewert

Patricia Ann Waldschmidt, 91, was called to her heavenly home to be with
 her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 28, 2020. 

The eldest of 
eight, she was born in Hays, Kansas, to John and Agnes Karlin Hoffman, 
both deceased. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her 
husband of  59 years, George Waldschmidt, her sisters Mary  Ann Ward and
 Juanita  Dreiling and her brothers Jack and Larry Hoffman, all of 
Kansas. In her forties, Pat took LPN training and immensely enjoyed 
nursing for several years.  In March 1980, she became a believer in 
Jesus Christ by faith alone. 

For by grace are you saved through faith, 
and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God, not of works, lest 
any man should boast. Ephesians 2:8-9

Pat lived in the same county in 
Kansas for 81 years before moving to Tennessee in 2010. She is survived 
by her son Bruce Waldschmidt and wife Janet, of Claxton ,TN; her 5 
grandchildren Peter and Linda Waldschmidt and Daniel and Sara 
Waldschmidt, of Greer, SC, Paul and Katy Waldschmidt of Fairfax VA, and 
Faith and Joe Pinkerton and Joy and Jeremy Tyler of East Tennessee; her 
17 great-grandchildren, Andrew, Alex and Annika Waldschmidt, Bryce, 
Dustin and Dylan Waldschmidt, Bruce, Shane, Isaac and Charlotte 
Waldschmidt, Ashlee, Colton, Connor and Kara Pinkerton, and Avery, Twila
 and Asher Tyler; her sisters Ruth Moore, of Kansas City, KS, and Teresa
 Leiter, of Wichita, Kansas, and her brother Gerald Hoffman, of 
Evergreen, CO. Pat was most recently a member  of  Oak Ridge Baptist 
Church, Oak Ridge, TN. 

Memorials in honor of Patricia Waldschmidt are 
suggested to Oak Ridge Baptist Church Mission Fund, 1451 Bethel Valley 
Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830.


A private service will be held on Friday, April 5, 2020 at 1pm at 
Oak Ridge Baptist Church with grandson Pastor Jeremy Tyler officiating.
  Interment will follow at 2PM at Oak Ridge Memorial Park.


Weatherford Mortuary, Oak Ridge, Tenn., is handling the arrangements.  An on-line guest book can be signed at www.weatherfordmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Patricia Ann Waldschmidt, 91, was called to her heavenly home to be with
 her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 28, 2020. The eldest of 
eight, she was born in Hays, Kansas, to John and Agnes Karlin Hoffman, 
both deceased. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her 
husband of 59 years, George Waldschmidt, her sisters Mary Ann Ward and
 Juanita Dreiling and her brothers Jack and Larry Hoffman, all of 
Kansas. In her forties, Pat took LPN training and immensely enjoyed 
nursing for several years. In March 1980, she became a believer in 
Jesus Christ by faith alone. For by grace are you saved through faith, 
and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God, not of works, lest 
any man should boast. Ephesians 2:8-9Pat lived in the same county in 
Kansas for 81 years before moving to Tennessee in 2010. She is survived 
by her son Bruce Waldschmidt and wife Janet, of Claxton ,TN; her 5 
grandchildren Peter and Linda Waldschmidt and Daniel and Sara 
Waldschmidt, of Greer, SC, Paul and Katy Waldschmidt of Fairfax VA, and 
Faith and Joe Pinkerton and Joy and Jeremy Tyler of East Tennessee; her 
17 great-grandchildren, Andrew, Alex and Annika Waldschmidt, Bryce, 
Dustin and Dylan Waldschmidt, Bruce, Shane, Isaac and Charlotte 
Waldschmidt, Ashlee, Colton, Connor and Kara Pinkerton, and Avery, Twila
 and Asher Tyler; her sisters Ruth Moore, of Kansas City, KS, and Teresa
 Leiter, of Wichita, Kansas, and her brother Gerald Hoffman, of 
Evergreen, CO. Pat was most recently a member of Oak Ridge Baptist 
Church, Oak Ridge, TN. Memorials in honor of Patricia Waldschmidt are 
suggested to Oak Ridge Baptist Church Mission Fund, 1451 Bethel Valley 
Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830.
A private service will be held on Friday, April 5, 2020 at 1pm at 
Oak Ridge Baptist Church with grandson Pastor Jeremy Tyler officiating.
 Interment will follow at 2PM at Oak Ridge Memorial Park.
Weatherford Mortuary, Oak Ridge, Tenn., is handling the arrangements. An on-line guest book can be signed at www.weatherfordmortuary.com.

Patricia Ann Waldschmidt

Lucille M. Riedel, 95, of Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at the Main Street Manor in Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.

Services are pending&nbsp; with Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas. Cremation has been selected by the family, and a memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lucille M. Riedel, 95, of Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at the Main Street Manor in Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.Services are pending&nbsp; with Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas. Cremation has been selected by the family, and a memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lucille M. Riedel

Howard Leon “Skip” Collins was born on August 23, 1945 in Goodland, KS to Howard Beryl and Alta Lucy (Cambridge) Collins and passed away at the age of 74 on March 29, 2020 in Osage City, KS.&nbsp;

Skip graduated from Weskan High School and proudly served his country for three years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War; doing a tour as a Radarman aboard the USS Lowry. After returning home from the service, Skip worked the family farm and earned his private pilot’s license.&nbsp; As a kid, he always dreamed of flying and he was very proud to have accomplished that dream. He was also an active member of the Sharon Springs Masonic Lodge.&nbsp;

In 1976, he married Karen Lee McCann and to this union two children were born, Natalie Kay and Christopher Ray. He lived most of his life in Weskan, KS until his health forced him to move closer to his son in Osage City.&nbsp;

Skip was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Phyllis Hurley and Janice Mote, and brothers-in-law Raymond Baehler, Keith Magwire, and OD Mote.&nbsp;

He is survived by his sister Linda Baehler of Weskan; his daughter Natalie, son-in-law Mike, and grandchildren Lauren and Sebastian Rush of Jenks, OK; his son Chris, daughter-in-law Jessica, and grandchildren Elijah, Connor, and Colton Collins of Osage City, KS; and former wife Karen Collins of Tulsa, OK.&nbsp;

Skip was a strong, caring man who would do anything for his family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, took great pride in his yard, and loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, all of whom he was very proud. Skip loved the land that he farmed and the country that he served and he will be dearly missed.&nbsp;

Private family Graveside services will be held in the Weskan Cemetery, Weskan, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sharon Springs Masonic Lodge 417 and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Sharon Springs, KS.

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 </figure>Howard Leon “Skip” Collins was born on August 23, 1945 in Goodland, KS to Howard Beryl and Alta Lucy (Cambridge) Collins and passed away at the age of 74 on March 29, 2020 in Osage City, KS.&nbsp;Skip graduated from Weskan High School and proudly served his country for three years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War; doing a tour as a Radarman aboard the USS Lowry. After returning home from the service, Skip worked the family farm and earned his private pilot’s license.&nbsp; As a kid, he always dreamed of flying and he was very proud to have accomplished that dream. He was also an active member of the Sharon Springs Masonic Lodge.&nbsp;In 1976, he married Karen Lee McCann and to this union two children were born, Natalie Kay and Christopher Ray. He lived most of his life in Weskan, KS until his health forced him to move closer to his son in Osage City.&nbsp;Skip was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Phyllis Hurley and Janice Mote, and brothers-in-law Raymond Baehler, Keith Magwire, and OD Mote.&nbsp;He is survived by his sister Linda Baehler of Weskan; his daughter Natalie, son-in-law Mike, and grandchildren Lauren and Sebastian Rush of Jenks, OK; his son Chris, daughter-in-law Jessica, and grandchildren Elijah, Connor, and Colton Collins of Osage City, KS; and former wife Karen Collins of Tulsa, OK.&nbsp;Skip was a strong, caring man who would do anything for his family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, took great pride in his yard, and loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, all of whom he was very proud. Skip loved the land that he farmed and the country that he served and he will be dearly missed.&nbsp;Private family Graveside services will be held in the Weskan Cemetery, Weskan, KS.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sharon Springs Masonic Lodge 417 and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Sharon Springs, KS.

Howard Leon 'Skip' Collins

Roy Dean Hargitt, age 59, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away on March 29, 2020.

An obituary is pending with Schmitt Funeral Home.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Roy Hargitt Memorial Fund.  Contributions made payable to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS  67752.

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 </figure>Roy Dean Hargitt, age 59, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away on March 29, 2020.An obituary is pending with Schmitt Funeral Home.The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Roy Hargitt Memorial Fund. Contributions made payable to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752.

Roy Dean Hargitt

Leroy Meyers Hesler, 93, passed away March 31, 2020, at Medicalodges 
of Great Bend. He was born on March 13, 1927, at Kiowa, Kan., to Jess 
Carl Hesler Sr. and Edna Gertrude (Schwartz) Hesler.

In 1952, at the age of 25, Leroy started working for Boeing in 
Wichita and lived in Mulvane. In 1954, he was drafted into the United 
States Army and was given a medical honorable discharge after 6 months. 
He resumed working at Boeing for 14 years, then moved to Augusta, where 
he worked for the Light Plant. After 12 years in Augusta, he then 
decided to move to Russell and worked for the City of Russell, where he 
retired after 14 years in the 1990s. He then moved to Great Bend.

Leroy was of the Methodist faith. He was an avid coin collector and 
enjoyed reading National Geographic magazines cover to cover. He enjoyed
 bird watching, but he especially loved cardinals.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Jess C. Hesler, Jr., and Mildred J. Seley.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 
2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Private family services will be held. 
Interment will be in the Cimarron Cemetery with Military Rites conducted
 by Fort Riley Honor Guard. Memorials are suggested to the Salvation 
Army or Golden Belt Home Health &amp; Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral
 Home.

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 </figure>Leroy Meyers Hesler, 93, passed away March 31, 2020, at Medicalodges 
of Great Bend. He was born on March 13, 1927, at Kiowa, Kan., to Jess 
Carl Hesler Sr. and Edna Gertrude (Schwartz) Hesler.In 1952, at the age of 25, Leroy started working for Boeing in 
Wichita and lived in Mulvane. In 1954, he was drafted into the United 
States Army and was given a medical honorable discharge after 6 months. 
He resumed working at Boeing for 14 years, then moved to Augusta, where 
he worked for the Light Plant. After 12 years in Augusta, he then 
decided to move to Russell and worked for the City of Russell, where he 
retired after 14 years in the 1990s. He then moved to Great Bend.Leroy was of the Methodist faith. He was an avid coin collector and 
enjoyed reading National Geographic magazines cover to cover. He enjoyed
 bird watching, but he especially loved cardinals.He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Jess C. Hesler, Jr., and Mildred J. Seley.Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 
2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Private family services will be held. 
Interment will be in the Cimarron Cemetery with Military Rites conducted
 by Fort Riley Honor Guard. Memorials are suggested to the Salvation 
Army or Golden Belt Home Health &amp; Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral
 Home.

Leroy Meyers Hesler

Willa J. Ruzicka was born August 27, 1936 in Yuma, CO to Gerald T. and 
Christina (Ernest) Snider. She passed away March 23, 2020 at her home in
 Oberlin at the age of 83. 


Willa grew up in the Yuma and Wray, CO area and received her GED in 
Oberlin. She married George Ruzicka March 10, 1956 in Colorado Springs, 
CO. They moved to a farm SE of Oberlin. Willa worked as a CNA and CMA at
 the Good Samaritan Society of Decatur County for many years. She also 
worked for a trailer factory in Oberlin, was a waitress and was a member
 of the ZCBJ Bohemian Lodge. Willa enjoyed yard work, nature, and 
wildlife. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her children and 
grandchildren. After retirement, she enjoyed sitting on her porch 
watching the wildlife and her flowers in their yard and the sunshine.


Willa was preceded in death by her parents; sons: Dennis, Doyle and 
Darrel Ruzicka; daughter, Georganne Johnson; brothers, Harland and Jerry
 Snider and sisters, Dorothy Crabtree and Norma Belgouvski. She is 
survived by her husband, George of the home; daughter-in-law, Nancy Vath
 of Oberlin, KS; brother, John (Phyllis) Snider of Fort Morgan, CO; 
grandchildren: Derek, Zeke, and Zach Ruzicka, Patricia Chitwood, Scotty 
and Christopher Ruzicka, Patricia Chitwood, Levi, Lacey, and Wade 
Johnson, and numerous great grandchildren.

Pauls Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Willa J. Ruzicka was born August 27, 1936 in Yuma, CO to Gerald T. and 
Christina (Ernest) Snider. She passed away March 23, 2020 at her home in
 Oberlin at the age of 83. 
Willa grew up in the Yuma and Wray, CO area and received her GED in 
Oberlin. She married George Ruzicka March 10, 1956 in Colorado Springs, 
CO. They moved to a farm SE of Oberlin. Willa worked as a CNA and CMA at
 the Good Samaritan Society of Decatur County for many years. She also 
worked for a trailer factory in Oberlin, was a waitress and was a member
 of the ZCBJ Bohemian Lodge. Willa enjoyed yard work, nature, and 
wildlife. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her children and 
grandchildren. After retirement, she enjoyed sitting on her porch 
watching the wildlife and her flowers in their yard and the sunshine.
Willa was preceded in death by her parents; sons: Dennis, Doyle and 
Darrel Ruzicka; daughter, Georganne Johnson; brothers, Harland and Jerry
 Snider and sisters, Dorothy Crabtree and Norma Belgouvski. She is 
survived by her husband, George of the home; daughter-in-law, Nancy Vath
 of Oberlin, KS; brother, John (Phyllis) Snider of Fort Morgan, CO; 
grandchildren: Derek, Zeke, and Zach Ruzicka, Patricia Chitwood, Scotty 
and Christopher Ruzicka, Patricia Chitwood, Levi, Lacey, and Wade 
Johnson, and numerous great grandchildren.Pauls Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Willa J. Ruzicka

Howard Leon “Skip” Collins was born on August 23, 1945 in Goodland, 
KS to Howard Beryl and Alta Lucy (Cambridge) Collins and passed away at 
the age of 74 on March 29, 2020 in Osage City, KS.

Skip graduated from Weskan High School and proudly served his country
 for three years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War; doing a tour 
as a Radarman aboard the USS Lowry. After returning home from the 
service, Skip worked the family farm and earned his private pilot’s 
license.&nbsp; As a kid, he always dreamed of flying and he was very proud to
 have accomplished that dream. He was also an active member of the 
Sharon Springs Masonic Lodge.

In 1976, he married Karen Lee McCann and to this union two children 
were born, Natalie Kay and Christopher Ray. He lived most of his life in
 Weskan, KS until his health forced him to move closer to his son in 
Osage City.

Skip was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Phyllis Hurley and
 Janice Mote, and brothers-in-law Raymond Baehler, Keith Magwire, and OD
 Mote.

He is survived by his sister Linda Baehler of Weskan; his daughter 
Natalie, son-in-law Mike, and grandchildren Lauren and Sebastian Rush of
 Jenks, OK; his son Chris, daughter-in-law Jessica, and grandchildren 
Elijah, Connor, and Colton Collins of Osage City, KS; and former wife 
Karen Collins of Tulsa, OK.

Skip was a strong, caring man who would do anything for his family 
and friends. He enjoyed fishing, took great pride in his yard, and loved
 spending time with his children and grandchildren, all of whom he was 
very proud. Skip loved the land that he farmed and the country that he 
served and he will be dearly missed.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, Howard's family will have a private family graveside in the Weskan Cemetery, Weskan, KS.

Howard Leon “Skip” Collins was born on August 23, 1945 in Goodland, 
KS to Howard Beryl and Alta Lucy (Cambridge) Collins and passed away at 
the age of 74 on March 29, 2020 in Osage City, KS.Skip graduated from Weskan High School and proudly served his country
 for three years in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War; doing a tour 
as a Radarman aboard the USS Lowry. After returning home from the 
service, Skip worked the family farm and earned his private pilot’s 
license.&nbsp; As a kid, he always dreamed of flying and he was very proud to
 have accomplished that dream. He was also an active member of the 
Sharon Springs Masonic Lodge.In 1976, he married Karen Lee McCann and to this union two children 
were born, Natalie Kay and Christopher Ray. He lived most of his life in
 Weskan, KS until his health forced him to move closer to his son in 
Osage City.Skip was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Phyllis Hurley and
 Janice Mote, and brothers-in-law Raymond Baehler, Keith Magwire, and OD
 Mote.He is survived by his sister Linda Baehler of Weskan; his daughter 
Natalie, son-in-law Mike, and grandchildren Lauren and Sebastian Rush of
 Jenks, OK; his son Chris, daughter-in-law Jessica, and grandchildren 
Elijah, Connor, and Colton Collins of Osage City, KS; and former wife 
Karen Collins of Tulsa, OK.Skip was a strong, caring man who would do anything for his family 
and friends. He enjoyed fishing, took great pride in his yard, and loved
 spending time with his children and grandchildren, all of whom he was 
very proud. Skip loved the land that he farmed and the country that he 
served and he will be dearly missed.Due to Covid-19 restrictions, Howard's family will have a private family graveside in the Weskan Cemetery, Weskan, KS.

Gina Byrd Tripp, age 52, passed away Saturday March 28, 2020 at the Salina
 Regional Health Center in Salina, KS.  She was born the daughter of 
Bryan &amp; Arleta (Colwell) Byrd in Osborne, KS on May 16, 1967.


Survivors include her daughter Andrea Zavislan of Keenesburg, CO; 
her father Bryan of Osborne; sisters Lisa Reinhardt of Osborne and Lori 
Byrd of Los Angeles, CA; brother Jim Byrd of Bloomington, KS.

Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Gina Byrd Tripp, age 52, passed away Saturday March 28, 2020 at the Salina
 Regional Health Center in Salina, KS. She was born the daughter of 
Bryan &amp; Arleta (Colwell) Byrd in Osborne, KS on May 16, 1967.
Survivors include her daughter Andrea Zavislan of Keenesburg, CO; 
her father Bryan of Osborne; sisters Lisa Reinhardt of Osborne and Lori 
Byrd of Los Angeles, CA; brother Jim Byrd of Bloomington, KS.Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Gina Byrd Tripp

Jerry Lee Hixon, 71, of Howard, CO passed away Saturday March 21st at
 his home, peacefully among family. Jerry was born, along with his twin,
 May 1st 1948 in Neodasha, KS. to Dale and Bonnie Hixon (Haines.)&nbsp; After
 graduating from Pawnee Rock High School in 1966 Jerry went on to attend
 college at Fort Hayes State in Hays, KS.&nbsp; After 2 years of college he 
then served 2 years in the US Army and was stationed in Washington D.C. 
at the Pentagon.&nbsp;


It was in D.C. he met his life-long love Sally Bierer of Connellsville, 
PA. They were married in 1970 shortly before returning to Hays, KS where
 Jerry finished college.&nbsp; Jerry graduated from Fort Hays State 
University with a degree in Industrial Arts and Physical Education in 
1972.&nbsp; His first career after college was teaching Industrial Arts and 
coaching Track and Field at Towanda High School in Towanda, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;


In 1974 the mountains of Colorado were calling and Jerry and Sally moved
 to the place they have called home ever since in Howard, CO. Soon 
thereafter they opened Jerry’s Cabinet Shop that they operated in Howard
 until 2014. Jerry exhibited artistry through woodworking - sketching 
all his designs by hand and finishing his work with intricate care and 
detail. Many of his clients touted him as a valued artist. While Jerry 
was very well known for his skilled craftsmanship as a custom cabinet 
maker he also dabbled in various other businesses. These included Thatco
 Truss Company, Jerry the cattle rancher (for an afternoon,) the “Rocky 
Mountain Peckerhead Ranch,” an ostrich and rhea farm, a bit of real 
estate, and most recently Arlie Dale’s Jug Liquors in Salida, CO.&nbsp;&nbsp;


Aside from his strong entrepreneurial interests Jerry was known by 
clients, friends, and family as a legendary character! A merry prankster
 in his own right; he was always loaded with a bag of tricks and 
scheming for the next good laugh with a playful heart that expressed 
through an ear to ear grin. He was exceptionally known for his sense of 
humor and carefree attitude which, despite his illness with emphysema, 
he kept to his last breath.&nbsp; Jerry loved the outdoors and had many 
hobbies - RVing, waterskiing, riding motorcyles, and his ongoing work of
 stewardship on his property by the river in Howard, that he was so very
 proud of. He could often be found with his shirt off, lubed in suntan 
oil, cruising around on his lawnmower “piddling” with things as he liked
 to say.&nbsp; &nbsp;


He and Sally raised two children in Howard. He is survived by his wife 
Sally Hixon, son Chad (Angela) Hixon of Howard, daughter Ashley Hixon of
 Nederland, CO., brothers Jon (Karen) Hixon of Storm Lake, IA.&nbsp; Larry 
(Ronda) Hixon of Pawnee Rock, KS., sister Deana (Keith) Riemer of 
Lawerence, KS., and numerous nieces and nephews. He was deeply loved and
 is already missed, though his tales will live on through all who knew 
him.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; He is 
proceeded in death by his parents.


In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Howard Volunteer 
Fire Department or Heart of the Rockies Home Health and Hospice.
Letters, cards, or small items may be mailed to:
Sally Hixon
PO BOX 39
Howard, CO 81233

Arrangements were with Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jerry Lee Hixon, 71, of Howard, CO passed away Saturday March 21st at
 his home, peacefully among family. Jerry was born, along with his twin,
 May 1st 1948 in Neodasha, KS. to Dale and Bonnie Hixon (Haines.)&nbsp; After
 graduating from Pawnee Rock High School in 1966 Jerry went on to attend
 college at Fort Hayes State in Hays, KS.&nbsp; After 2 years of college he 
then served 2 years in the US Army and was stationed in Washington D.C. 
at the Pentagon.&nbsp;
It was in D.C. he met his life-long love Sally Bierer of Connellsville, 
PA. They were married in 1970 shortly before returning to Hays, KS where
 Jerry finished college.&nbsp; Jerry graduated from Fort Hays State 
University with a degree in Industrial Arts and Physical Education in 
1972.&nbsp; His first career after college was teaching Industrial Arts and 
coaching Track and Field at Towanda High School in Towanda, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In 1974 the mountains of Colorado were calling and Jerry and Sally moved
 to the place they have called home ever since in Howard, CO. Soon 
thereafter they opened Jerry’s Cabinet Shop that they operated in Howard
 until 2014. Jerry exhibited artistry through woodworking - sketching 
all his designs by hand and finishing his work with intricate care and 
detail. Many of his clients touted him as a valued artist. While Jerry 
was very well known for his skilled craftsmanship as a custom cabinet 
maker he also dabbled in various other businesses. These included Thatco
 Truss Company, Jerry the cattle rancher (for an afternoon,) the “Rocky 
Mountain Peckerhead Ranch,” an ostrich and rhea farm, a bit of real 
estate, and most recently Arlie Dale’s Jug Liquors in Salida, CO.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Aside from his strong entrepreneurial interests Jerry was known by 
clients, friends, and family as a legendary character! A merry prankster
 in his own right; he was always loaded with a bag of tricks and 
scheming for the next good laugh with a playful heart that expressed 
through an ear to ear grin. He was exceptionally known for his sense of 
humor and carefree attitude which, despite his illness with emphysema, 
he kept to his last breath.&nbsp; Jerry loved the outdoors and had many 
hobbies - RVing, waterskiing, riding motorcyles, and his ongoing work of
 stewardship on his property by the river in Howard, that he was so very
 proud of. He could often be found with his shirt off, lubed in suntan 
oil, cruising around on his lawnmower “piddling” with things as he liked
 to say.&nbsp; &nbsp;
He and Sally raised two children in Howard. He is survived by his wife 
Sally Hixon, son Chad (Angela) Hixon of Howard, daughter Ashley Hixon of
 Nederland, CO., brothers Jon (Karen) Hixon of Storm Lake, IA.&nbsp; Larry 
(Ronda) Hixon of Pawnee Rock, KS., sister Deana (Keith) Riemer of 
Lawerence, KS., and numerous nieces and nephews. He was deeply loved and
 is already missed, though his tales will live on through all who knew 
him.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; He is 
proceeded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Howard Volunteer 
Fire Department or Heart of the Rockies Home Health and Hospice.
Letters, cards, or small items may be mailed to:
Sally Hixon
PO BOX 39
Howard, CO 81233

Arrangements were with Lewis and Glenn Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Jerry Lee Hixon

Jane Buchholz, 91, died March 28, 2020, at Bethesda Home in Goessel. 

 She was born October 7, 1928, in WaKeeney, KS to Charles and Audrey (Kenyon) Surprise.  She married LaVerne Buchholz June 1, 1947, in Wakeeney. 

 Survivors include: son, DeVerne (Sue) Buchholz of rural Hillsboro; daughter, Jan (Leonard) Frantz of rural Hillsboro; 7 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; sister-in-laws, Norma Surprise of Fairfax, Ok, Donna Surprise of Lions, KS. 

 Predeceased by: husband, LaVerne Buchholz in 2020; son, Kirk Buchholz in 1969; brothers, Dell, Curtis, Boyd, David. 

 Due to COVID-19 all services will be private.  A Celebration of Life service will be held when the COVID-19 is no longer a health concern to the community. 

 Memorials to Bethesda Home in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063.  Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Jane Buchholz, 91, died March 28, 2020, at Bethesda Home in Goessel. She was born October 7, 1928, in WaKeeney, KS to Charles and Audrey (Kenyon) Surprise. She married LaVerne Buchholz June 1, 1947, in Wakeeney. Survivors include: son, DeVerne (Sue) Buchholz of rural Hillsboro; daughter, Jan (Leonard) Frantz of rural Hillsboro; 7 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; sister-in-laws, Norma Surprise of Fairfax, Ok, Donna Surprise of Lions, KS. Predeceased by: husband, LaVerne Buchholz in 2020; son, Kirk Buchholz in 1969; brothers, Dell, Curtis, Boyd, David. Due to COVID-19 all services will be private. A Celebration of Life service will be held when the COVID-19 is no longer a health concern to the community. Memorials to Bethesda Home in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Jane Buchholz

Evelyn Josephine Penka, 92, passed away March 28, 2020, at University
 Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus, Great Bend. She was born 
September 19, 1927, in rural Hoisington to John and Antonia (Langer) 
Stoss. Evelyn married Edward Lambert Penka October 15, 1947, in Olmitz. 
He died October 17, 2007.

Evelyn was a resident of Great Bend since 1967 moving from rural 
Beaver. She was a long time proud checker at Dillons and had a home 
cleaning service. Evelyn was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. 
Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, and enjoyed every aspect of 
homemaking, especially cooking, baking, sewing, crocheting, clothing 
fashion and ironing.

Survivors include her three children, Karen Wallace and husband Ken 
of Wichita, Kenneth Penka and wife Rhonda of Great Bend and Kathy Penka 
of Lenexa; one sister, Arlene Yarmer of Galatia; sister in law, Darlene 
Stoss of Hosington; ten grandchildren, Jeremy Penka, Grant Wallace, 
Dillon Wallace, Denise Dietz, Tony Penka, Gina Calhoon, Lisa Shepherd, 
Rolla Hansen, Garin Hansen and Emory Hansen; and 12 great grandchildren 
and one step great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her 
husband, Edward; son, Dale; brother, Edward Stoss; and two sisters, Erma
 Schloctermeier and Leona Reichuber.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Patrick 
Catholic Church in Great Bend with Father Don Bedore presiding. 
Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Beaver. Public visitation 
will be from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at Bryant 
Funeral Home. Public celebration of life services are pending, due to 
the Mass restrictions and limitations set forth by the Catholic Diocese,
 and will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials 
may be given to Holy Family School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Evelyn Josephine Penka, 92, passed away March 28, 2020, at University
 Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus, Great Bend. She was born 
September 19, 1927, in rural Hoisington to John and Antonia (Langer) 
Stoss. Evelyn married Edward Lambert Penka October 15, 1947, in Olmitz. 
He died October 17, 2007.Evelyn was a resident of Great Bend since 1967 moving from rural 
Beaver. She was a long time proud checker at Dillons and had a home 
cleaning service. Evelyn was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. 
Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, and enjoyed every aspect of 
homemaking, especially cooking, baking, sewing, crocheting, clothing 
fashion and ironing.Survivors include her three children, Karen Wallace and husband Ken 
of Wichita, Kenneth Penka and wife Rhonda of Great Bend and Kathy Penka 
of Lenexa; one sister, Arlene Yarmer of Galatia; sister in law, Darlene 
Stoss of Hosington; ten grandchildren, Jeremy Penka, Grant Wallace, 
Dillon Wallace, Denise Dietz, Tony Penka, Gina Calhoon, Lisa Shepherd, 
Rolla Hansen, Garin Hansen and Emory Hansen; and 12 great grandchildren 
and one step great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her 
husband, Edward; son, Dale; brother, Edward Stoss; and two sisters, Erma
 Schloctermeier and Leona Reichuber.A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Patrick 
Catholic Church in Great Bend with Father Don Bedore presiding. 
Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Beaver. Public visitation 
will be from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at Bryant 
Funeral Home. Public celebration of life services are pending, due to 
the Mass restrictions and limitations set forth by the Catholic Diocese,
 and will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials 
may be given to Holy Family School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Evelyn Josephine Penka

Jean Ann Turley, age 82, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at her home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on January 8, 1938 in Minneola, Kansas, the daughter of George S. and Marie A. Thomas Dauma.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1948 moving from Colorado, she was an EMT, School Bus Driver and a cashier at Casper Foods until her retirement.

She was a member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Scott City, Kansas.

On October 31, 1954 she married Melvin Q. Turley in Raton, New Mexico.&nbsp; He passed away on December 2, 1990 in Ulysses, Kansas.

Survivors include her Three Sons - David &amp; Evelina Turley of Scott City, Kansas, Nathan &amp; Jackie Turley of Scott City, Kansas, Keith Turley of Phoenix, Arizona, Two Nieces - Connie Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Kathy Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Thirteen Grandchildren, Twenty Two Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, One Son - Noel Turley, One Sister - Evelyn, several Grandsons and One Great Granddaughter.

Due to the current virus situation, Private Family Graveside services will be heldlater this week with Rev. Warren Prochnow presiding and Memorial service for the public will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

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

Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Jean Turley Memorial Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Jean Ann Turley, age 82, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at her home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on January 8, 1938 in Minneola, Kansas, the daughter of George S. and Marie A. Thomas Dauma.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1948 moving from Colorado, she was an EMT, School Bus Driver and a cashier at Casper Foods until her retirement.She was a member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Scott City, Kansas.On October 31, 1954 she married Melvin Q. Turley in Raton, New Mexico.&nbsp; He passed away on December 2, 1990 in Ulysses, Kansas.Survivors include her Three Sons - David &amp; Evelina Turley of Scott City, Kansas, Nathan &amp; Jackie Turley of Scott City, Kansas, Keith Turley of Phoenix, Arizona, Two Nieces - Connie Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Kathy Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Thirteen Grandchildren, Twenty Two Great Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, One Son - Noel Turley, One Sister - Evelyn, several Grandsons and One Great Granddaughter.Due to the current virus situation, Private Family Graveside services will be heldlater this week with Rev. Warren Prochnow presiding and Memorial service for the public will be held at a later date.&nbsp;Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp;Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Jean Turley Memorial Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Jean Ann Turley

Sherri Ann McIntosh was born February 09, 1964 in Hays, KS to Joan 
(Schmid) McIntosh and Francis McIntosh and passed away in Lawrence, KS 
on March 28, 2020 at the age of 56. 


Sherri spent her early years attending several area special needs 
schools in KS and TX and graduated from R. L. Turner High School in 
Carrollton, TX.  Sherri’s life challenges confined her to a wheelchair 
her entire life but never diminished her huge smile. 


Sherri had a huge personality in which she captivated everyone with her 
smile.  She loved her family, her dog “Bailey”, her caregivers, going 
out for coffee, music (especially "Sherry Baby" by Frankie Valli and the
 Four Seasons, Kansas Jayhawks, getting her nails painted blue and 
especially home visits. 


She is survived by her mother Joan and husband Pete Pickett of McLouth, 
KS; her sister Lynette and husband Mike Martin of Lewisville, TX; father
 Francis McIntosh; special niece Rachel Venn and husband Jason and their
 sons Caden and Grayson; and other loving relatives, include aunts and 
uncles and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, caregivers and friends. 


Due to the current world virus crisis a private burial will be held 
Wednesday April 01, at the Fairview Cemetery in Atwood, KS.  A 
Celebration of Life will be held at a date to be determined. Memorials 
may be made to United Cerebral Palsy or the National Epilepsy Foundation
 and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701.  For condolences or information visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585597219796.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Sherri Ann McIntosh was born February 09, 1964 in Hays, KS to Joan 
(Schmid) McIntosh and Francis McIntosh and passed away in Lawrence, KS 
on March 28, 2020 at the age of 56. 
Sherri spent her early years attending several area special needs 
schools in KS and TX and graduated from R. L. Turner High School in 
Carrollton, TX. Sherri’s life challenges confined her to a wheelchair 
her entire life but never diminished her huge smile. 
Sherri had a huge personality in which she captivated everyone with her 
smile. She loved her family, her dog “Bailey”, her caregivers, going 
out for coffee, music (especially "Sherry Baby" by Frankie Valli and the
 Four Seasons, Kansas Jayhawks, getting her nails painted blue and 
especially home visits. 
She is survived by her mother Joan and husband Pete Pickett of McLouth, 
KS; her sister Lynette and husband Mike Martin of Lewisville, TX; father
 Francis McIntosh; special niece Rachel Venn and husband Jason and their
 sons Caden and Grayson; and other loving relatives, include aunts and 
uncles and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, caregivers and friends. 
Due to the current world virus crisis a private burial will be held 
Wednesday April 01, at the Fairview Cemetery in Atwood, KS. A 
Celebration of Life will be held at a date to be determined. Memorials 
may be made to United Cerebral Palsy or the National Epilepsy Foundation
 and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For condolences or information visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Sherri Ann McIntosh

Lloyd Wight Sims, 94, of Oakley, died Friday March 27, 2020. 


Cremation was chosen and services will take place at a later date. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 </figure>Lloyd Wight Sims, 94, of Oakley, died Friday March 27, 2020. 
Cremation was chosen and services will take place at a later date. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Lloyd Wight Sims

Joan Etta Bosley, age 67, of Topeka, KS and a former resident of 
Dighton, KS, died Saturday morning, March 28, 2020 at Aldersgate Village
 Nursing Home in Topeka, after a long illness. 


A native of Dighton, Joan was born on February 3, 1953 to Charles and 
Mary Alice (Durr) Bosley at St. Catherine’s Hospital in Garden City, 
Kansas.  She attended Dighton Grade School and Community High School of 
Lane County, graduating in 1971. She attended school at the University 
of Kansas, Bethany College, University of Northern Colorado, and Wichita
 State University. She studied primarily art, but also took courses that
 led her to become a licensed practical nurse. Much of her professional 
work was on a contract basis, which included working at Via Christi 
Hospital in Wichita.


Throughout her life, Joan expressed her artistic talents through her 
originally-designed needlepoints, macrame, watercolor and oil paintings.
 Many family members have samples of her work. Her art was also 
displayed at Creations of Hope Gallery in Topeka, and at Aldersgate 
Village. She simply adored her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews
 and always made a point to send them cards or gifts on their birthdays.


She is predeceased by her parents and sister, Susan Ellin (Bosley) 
Osborne. Survivors include her brother, Dennis (Audrey) of Topeka, and 
her sister, Barbara Jones (Stan) of Lawrence, KS; nieces Heather 
(Osborne) Loftus (Josh) of Spring, TX; Lindsay (Osborne) Stauss (Brian,
 Scottsdale, AZ; Malinda (Osborne) Larkin (Will, Elk Grove Village, IL;
 nephews Carl Bosley, New York City; and Cory Bosley (Anna, Valley 
Park, MO. Joan also had seven great-nieces and one great-nephew.


A graveside service will be scheduled in the future at Dighton Memorial 
Cemetery in Dighton. Memorials can be made to Aldersgate Village in 
Topeka, Dighton United Methodist Church, or a charity of your choice, in
 care of Boomhower Funeral Home, P.O. Box 891, Dighton, KS 67839.       
     

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 </figure>Joan Etta Bosley, age 67, of Topeka, KS and a former resident of 
Dighton, KS, died Saturday morning, March 28, 2020 at Aldersgate Village
 Nursing Home in Topeka, after a long illness. 
A native of Dighton, Joan was born on February 3, 1953 to Charles and 
Mary Alice (Durr) Bosley at St. Catherine’s Hospital in Garden City, 
Kansas. She attended Dighton Grade School and Community High School of 
Lane County, graduating in 1971. She attended school at the University 
of Kansas, Bethany College, University of Northern Colorado, and Wichita
 State University. She studied primarily art, but also took courses that
 led her to become a licensed practical nurse. Much of her professional 
work was on a contract basis, which included working at Via Christi 
Hospital in Wichita.
Throughout her life, Joan expressed her artistic talents through her 
originally-designed needlepoints, macrame, watercolor and oil paintings.
 Many family members have samples of her work. Her art was also 
displayed at Creations of Hope Gallery in Topeka, and at Aldersgate 
Village. She simply adored her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews
 and always made a point to send them cards or gifts on their birthdays.
She is predeceased by her parents and sister, Susan Ellin (Bosley) 
Osborne. Survivors include her brother, Dennis (Audrey) of Topeka, and 
her sister, Barbara Jones (Stan) of Lawrence, KS; nieces Heather 
(Osborne) Loftus (Josh) of Spring, TX; Lindsay (Osborne) Stauss (Brian,
 Scottsdale, AZ; Malinda (Osborne) Larkin (Will, Elk Grove Village, IL;
 nephews Carl Bosley, New York City; and Cory Bosley (Anna, Valley 
Park, MO. Joan also had seven great-nieces and one great-nephew.
A graveside service will be scheduled in the future at Dighton Memorial 
Cemetery in Dighton. Memorials can be made to Aldersgate Village in 
Topeka, Dighton United Methodist Church, or a charity of your choice, in
 care of Boomhower Funeral Home, P.O. Box 891, Dighton, KS 67839.

Joan Etta Bosley

Gerald E. Berls, age 78, left us suddenly and peacefully on March 26th at his home in Ellis, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was born June 7th, 1941, in Leoville, KS.

Gerald is survived by wife Annemarie Berls of Ellis, Daughter Terri 
Rohleder and family of Hays, sons Michael Berls of Santa Clara, CA., 
Brad and Brian Berls of Pocatello, ID. and three sisters Marlene Weigel 
and family of Hays, Janice Berls of Indiana, PA, and Cynthia Berls of 
Alameda CA.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gerald was preceded in death by Parents Ted and Eulalia Berls of 
Hays, first wife Brenda Kay Hardiek of Hays,&nbsp; two sisters Maureen Weaver
 of Alameda, CA.&nbsp; and Patricia Bacon of Loveland, CO.&nbsp;

Condolences and memories of Gerald may be shared with the family at:&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituary/Gerald-Berls

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 </figure>Gerald E. Berls, age 78, left us suddenly and peacefully on March 26th at his home in Ellis, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born June 7th, 1941, in Leoville, KS.Gerald is survived by wife Annemarie Berls of Ellis, Daughter Terri 
Rohleder and family of Hays, sons Michael Berls of Santa Clara, CA., 
Brad and Brian Berls of Pocatello, ID. and three sisters Marlene Weigel 
and family of Hays, Janice Berls of Indiana, PA, and Cynthia Berls of 
Alameda CA.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gerald was preceded in death by Parents Ted and Eulalia Berls of 
Hays, first wife Brenda Kay Hardiek of Hays,&nbsp; two sisters Maureen Weaver
 of Alameda, CA.&nbsp; and Patricia Bacon of Loveland, CO.&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Gerald may be shared with the family at:&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituary/Gerald-BerlsPrivate services will be held.

Gerald Edward Berls

Stella Regina Herrman Miller was born December 14, 1920, in 
Liebenthal, KS, to Adam and Pauline (Diehl) Herrman. She passed away by 
natural causes on March 26, 2020, at Asbury Park in Newton, Kansas.&nbsp;Stella graduated from LaCrosse High School and attended Wichita 
Business College.&nbsp; She was a bookkeeper and ~always balanced the books 
and cash drawer to the penny. Stella was housekeeper for her uncle, 
Monsignor Herrman, until her marriage to Raymond J. Miller on August 29,
 1970. Rain or shine, they went dancing every Wednesday night and Sunday
 afternoon.&nbsp;

Stella enjoyed cards with her friends and painting. She always 
attended the family reunion and lovingly greeted her nieces and nephews 
with a kiss and let them know they were special.

Stella was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the Altar Society and Pansy Club.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; parents and 
siblings: Matilda Schmidt/Leiker, Bartol, Frank, Adolph, Cecelia 
Sanders, Reinhold, Agnes Klaus, John, Walter, Mary Barnes, Isabella 
Schuckman, Geneva Champlin, and infants Adam, Georgianna, and Peter.&nbsp;

Stella is survived by Jim (Karyl Ann) Miller, Carol (Bob) Stauth, two
 grandchildren and four great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, 
grand nieces and grand nephews. She will be dearly missed by her loved 
ones. Stella bid us her fond goodbye “I love you a bushel and a peck and
 a hug around your neck.” &nbsp;&nbsp;

Private graveside services were held at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Newton, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Newton, KS, at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in 
Liebenthal, KS, during the Herrman family reunion. (contact G.T. for 
details)

Stella’s family greatly appreciates the loving care given her by the staff at Asbury Park.&nbsp;

Memorial donations may be given to Asbury Park Good Samaritan Fund,
 Rivercross Hospice, St. Mary’s Catholic Church or St. Joseph’s Catholic
 Church. Contributions may be sent to Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, 
120 E. Broadway, Newton, Ks. 67114.Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton, Ks.

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 </figure>Stella Regina Herrman Miller was born December 14, 1920, in 
Liebenthal, KS, to Adam and Pauline (Diehl) Herrman. She passed away by 
natural causes on March 26, 2020, at Asbury Park in Newton, Kansas.&nbsp;Stella graduated from LaCrosse High School and attended Wichita 
Business College.&nbsp; She was a bookkeeper and ~always balanced the books 
and cash drawer to the penny. Stella was housekeeper for her uncle, 
Monsignor Herrman, until her marriage to Raymond J. Miller on August 29,
 1970. Rain or shine, they went dancing every Wednesday night and Sunday
 afternoon.&nbsp;Stella enjoyed cards with her friends and painting. She always 
attended the family reunion and lovingly greeted her nieces and nephews 
with a kiss and let them know they were special.Stella was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, the Altar Society and Pansy Club.She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; parents and 
siblings: Matilda Schmidt/Leiker, Bartol, Frank, Adolph, Cecelia 
Sanders, Reinhold, Agnes Klaus, John, Walter, Mary Barnes, Isabella 
Schuckman, Geneva Champlin, and infants Adam, Georgianna, and Peter.&nbsp;Stella is survived by Jim (Karyl Ann) Miller, Carol (Bob) Stauth, two
 grandchildren and four great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, 
grand nieces and grand nephews. She will be dearly missed by her loved 
ones. Stella bid us her fond goodbye “I love you a bushel and a peck and
 a hug around your neck.” &nbsp;&nbsp;Private graveside services were held at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Newton, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Newton, KS, at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in 
Liebenthal, KS, during the Herrman family reunion. (contact G.T. for 
details)Stella’s family greatly appreciates the loving care given her by the staff at Asbury Park.&nbsp;Memorial donations may be given to Asbury Park Good Samaritan Fund,
 Rivercross Hospice, St. Mary’s Catholic Church or St. Joseph’s Catholic
 Church. Contributions may be sent to Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, 
120 E. Broadway, Newton, Ks. 67114.Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton, Ks.

Stella Regina (Herrman) Miller

Caroline
 Louise (Wahl) Peterson died March 10, 2020 in Clay Center. She was born
 on the family farm near Gorham, Kan. on Sept. 6, 1934. She was the 
youngest of six children and enjoyed a great childhood of being spoiled!

Caroline
 was valedictorian of her class and graduated from Gorham Rural High 
School in 1952. She then studied at K-State, earning a degree in home 
economics education in 1956.

Caroline
 faithfully attended church at First Lutheran in Manhattan, where she 
met Don Peterson, also a K-State student. They were good supporters of 
the Lutheran Student Association, which met every Sunday evening for a 
light meal. They both ran for president of LSA and Don won.

Don
 was in ROTC and became an Air Force officer in July 1955. Don and 
Caroline were married April 23, 1956 in Danforth Chapel on the K-State 
campus.

After
 Caroline completed her degree, she joined Don at Vance AFB in Enid, 
Okla., beginning a marriage of something new every day, with many moves 
due to Don’s 26-year military career. Caroline was an active member of 
the Air Force Officers Wives Association, mentoring wives who were new 
to the military world.

The
 couple bought their first land in 1968 when Don was stationed at RAF 
Alconbury in England. After Don’s retirement, Caroline was active in the
 farming and ranching operation with her husband. The couple won the 
Washington County Soil Conservation &nbsp;Award in 1988 and Caroline was a 
member of the Natural Resource Conservation Service committee.

Caroline,
 a lifelong Lutheran, enjoyed daily devotionals as well as attending 
church to hear the pastor’s message and the beautiful music. She was an 
organist and pianist and taught piano lessons at St. Paul Lutheran 
Church in Palmer to ensure that the church would always have music.

She was an avid book reader and also enjoyed multiple magazine subscriptions to stay abreast of current affairs.

Don
 and Caroline were blessed with four children: Ann (Tracy) Caine of 
Oklahoma City, Okla.; Charles (Margaret) Peterson of Lawrence, Kan.; 
Cynthia (Johnny) Guest of Florence, S.C., and Debra (Ron) Peterson of 
Overland Park, Kan.

Caroline
 was preceded in death by Don, who died in 1995, and her parents and 
four brothers. She is survived by her four children, eight grandchildren
 and nine great-grandchildren, as well as her sister, Norma Strecker of 
Galatia, Kan.

Due
 to the Corona virus a private family graveside service will be held on 
Friday, April 3, 2020 at the family farm next to her husband.&nbsp; There 
will be a Memorial Service for Caroline planned at a later time for 
family and friends. &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial 
contributions be made to Caroline L. Peterson Memorial Fund in care of 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, Kansas 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp; There 
will be no visitation.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Caroline
 Louise (Wahl) Peterson died March 10, 2020 in Clay Center. She was born
 on the family farm near Gorham, Kan. on Sept. 6, 1934. She was the 
youngest of six children and enjoyed a great childhood of being spoiled!Caroline
 was valedictorian of her class and graduated from Gorham Rural High 
School in 1952. She then studied at K-State, earning a degree in home 
economics education in 1956.Caroline
 faithfully attended church at First Lutheran in Manhattan, where she 
met Don Peterson, also a K-State student. They were good supporters of 
the Lutheran Student Association, which met every Sunday evening for a 
light meal. They both ran for president of LSA and Don won.Don
 was in ROTC and became an Air Force officer in July 1955. Don and 
Caroline were married April 23, 1956 in Danforth Chapel on the K-State 
campus.After
 Caroline completed her degree, she joined Don at Vance AFB in Enid, 
Okla., beginning a marriage of something new every day, with many moves 
due to Don’s 26-year military career. Caroline was an active member of 
the Air Force Officers Wives Association, mentoring wives who were new 
to the military world.The
 couple bought their first land in 1968 when Don was stationed at RAF 
Alconbury in England. After Don’s retirement, Caroline was active in the
 farming and ranching operation with her husband. The couple won the 
Washington County Soil Conservation &nbsp;Award in 1988 and Caroline was a 
member of the Natural Resource Conservation Service committee.Caroline,
 a lifelong Lutheran, enjoyed daily devotionals as well as attending 
church to hear the pastor’s message and the beautiful music. She was an 
organist and pianist and taught piano lessons at St. Paul Lutheran 
Church in Palmer to ensure that the church would always have music.She was an avid book reader and also enjoyed multiple magazine subscriptions to stay abreast of current affairs.Don
 and Caroline were blessed with four children: Ann (Tracy) Caine of 
Oklahoma City, Okla.; Charles (Margaret) Peterson of Lawrence, Kan.; 
Cynthia (Johnny) Guest of Florence, S.C., and Debra (Ron) Peterson of 
Overland Park, Kan.Caroline
 was preceded in death by Don, who died in 1995, and her parents and 
four brothers. She is survived by her four children, eight grandchildren
 and nine great-grandchildren, as well as her sister, Norma Strecker of 
Galatia, Kan.Due
 to the Corona virus a private family graveside service will be held on 
Friday, April 3, 2020 at the family farm next to her husband.&nbsp; There 
will be a Memorial Service for Caroline planned at a later time for 
family and friends. &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial 
contributions be made to Caroline L. Peterson Memorial Fund in care of 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, Kansas 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp; There 
will be no visitation.

Caroline Louise (Wahl) Peterson

September 21, 1978
 -
 March 27, 2020

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Patricia-Trisha-Ann-Haffner?obId=12543074#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>September 21, 1978
 -
 March 27, 2020An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Patricia-Trisha-Ann-Haffner?obId=12543074#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Patricia 'Trisha' Ann Haffner

Richard D. “Rich” Petrik, 90, Rush Center, Kansas, died Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.

Rich was born February 11, 1930, in Rush Center, Kansas, the son of Charles F. and Fannie C. (Smrcka) Petrik.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; Rich was a graduate of the Missouri Auction School.&nbsp; Rich, together with his wife, Mary Ann, farmed and raised cattle.&nbsp; They also owned and operated Petrik Auction and Realty, La Crosse, Kansas, for many years before his retirement.

He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

On June 11, 1951, he married Mary Ann Herrman at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death November 30, 2019.

Survivors include:&nbsp; one son, Troy Petrik, Wichita, Kansas; one daughter, Tammy Leiker (Doug, Lyons, Kansas; four grandchildren, Ryan Petrik, Reece Petrik, Alisha Pennington, and Andrea Rumler; six great grandchildren, Kadin Pennington, Trey Pennington, Bailey Pennington, Harper Rumler, Arlo Rumler, and Madelyn Rumler; and one sister, Patricia Rolfs, Mesa, Arizona.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and two brothers, Wayne Petrik, and Charles Petrik, Jr.

Because of the current challenges the world is facing at the present time, the funeral service and interment will be private, immediate family only. There will be no visitation.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the Rush County Fair, La Crosse, Kansas.

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

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

Richard D. “Rich” Petrik, 90, Rush Center, Kansas, died Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.Rich was born February 11, 1930, in Rush Center, Kansas, the son of Charles F. and Fannie C. (Smrcka) Petrik.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; Rich was a graduate of the Missouri Auction School.&nbsp; Rich, together with his wife, Mary Ann, farmed and raised cattle.&nbsp; They also owned and operated Petrik Auction and Realty, La Crosse, Kansas, for many years before his retirement.He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.He was a United States Army veteran.On June 11, 1951, he married Mary Ann Herrman at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death November 30, 2019.Survivors include:&nbsp; one son, Troy Petrik, Wichita, Kansas; one daughter, Tammy Leiker (Doug, Lyons, Kansas; four grandchildren, Ryan Petrik, Reece Petrik, Alisha Pennington, and Andrea Rumler; six great grandchildren, Kadin Pennington, Trey Pennington, Bailey Pennington, Harper Rumler, Arlo Rumler, and Madelyn Rumler; and one sister, Patricia Rolfs, Mesa, Arizona.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and two brothers, Wayne Petrik, and Charles Petrik, Jr.Because of the current challenges the world is facing at the present time, the funeral service and interment will be private, immediate family only. There will be no visitation.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the Rush County Fair, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Richard D. 'Rich' Petrik

Carter Lane Curtis passed away on Sunday March 15, 2020 in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; Carter was 28 years old.

Carter was born in Topeka, Kansas on 
July 26, 1991.&nbsp; At the age of 3, Carter was diagnosed with Type 1 
insulin-dependent diabetes.&nbsp; He and his family and friends faced this 
disease bravely together over the next 25 years.

Carter was the youngest child of Jeff 
and Connie Curtis.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was the brother of Cathryn and Christian.&nbsp; In 
2002, Carter and his family moved from Topeka to Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Carter 
graduated from Hays High School in 2010.&nbsp; He attended the University of 
Kansas, Fort Hays State University, and Metropolitan State University of
 Denver.&nbsp; Carter moved to Denver in 2014.&nbsp; He loved Colorado and the 
mountains and was the ultimate lover of all animals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carter is survived by his parents, Jeff
 and Connie Curtis, his brother Christian Curtis, sister Cathryn 
Preisner and her husband AJ Preisner, and their two daughters Ember and 
Breckyn, all of Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Also surviving and relocated to Hays are 
his two furry cat friends, Aspen and Farley.&nbsp;

He is also survived by his uncle and 
aunt – John and Laurie Curtis of Manhattan, Kansas, cousins Lindsey 
Curtis and spouse Katie of Junction City, Kansas, Matthew and Andrea 
Curtis and family of Manhattan, Kansas, and Julie and Matthew Ott and 
family of Detroit, Michigan.

He is also survived by his aunt and 
uncle – Terri and Doug Taylor, cousin Heather and Bob Brouhard and 
family of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and cousin Brandon and Diana Taylor 
and family of Mandeville, Louisiana; uncle Gary Moore from Independence,
 Missouri, cousins Jacob Moore of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, Eric and 
Kristin Moore and family of Independence, Missouri, Lance and Julie 
Moore and family of Kansas City, Missouri, and uncle Gregg Hartley and 
cousin Hunter Hartley of Cameron, MO.

Carter was preceded in death by his 
paternal grandparents Rex and Marge Curtis of Hays, maternal 
grandparents John and Barbara Riffle of Cameron, Missouri, and his aunt 
Donna Moore and aunt Janette Hartley.

Memorials in honor of Carter’s life are
 suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains in Hays, and also to
 the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (jdrf.org, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; A private
 burial service for Carter has taken place.&nbsp; A public celebration of 
Carter’s life will be held in the near future – stay tuned!&nbsp; Condolences
 and memories of Carter may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Carter Lane Curtis passed away on Sunday March 15, 2020 in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; Carter was 28 years old.Carter was born in Topeka, Kansas on 
July 26, 1991.&nbsp; At the age of 3, Carter was diagnosed with Type 1 
insulin-dependent diabetes.&nbsp; He and his family and friends faced this 
disease bravely together over the next 25 years.Carter was the youngest child of Jeff 
and Connie Curtis.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was the brother of Cathryn and Christian.&nbsp; In 
2002, Carter and his family moved from Topeka to Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Carter 
graduated from Hays High School in 2010.&nbsp; He attended the University of 
Kansas, Fort Hays State University, and Metropolitan State University of
 Denver.&nbsp; Carter moved to Denver in 2014.&nbsp; He loved Colorado and the 
mountains and was the ultimate lover of all animals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Carter is survived by his parents, Jeff
 and Connie Curtis, his brother Christian Curtis, sister Cathryn 
Preisner and her husband AJ Preisner, and their two daughters Ember and 
Breckyn, all of Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Also surviving and relocated to Hays are 
his two furry cat friends, Aspen and Farley.&nbsp;He is also survived by his uncle and 
aunt – John and Laurie Curtis of Manhattan, Kansas, cousins Lindsey 
Curtis and spouse Katie of Junction City, Kansas, Matthew and Andrea 
Curtis and family of Manhattan, Kansas, and Julie and Matthew Ott and 
family of Detroit, Michigan.He is also survived by his aunt and 
uncle – Terri and Doug Taylor, cousin Heather and Bob Brouhard and 
family of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and cousin Brandon and Diana Taylor 
and family of Mandeville, Louisiana; uncle Gary Moore from Independence,
 Missouri, cousins Jacob Moore of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, Eric and 
Kristin Moore and family of Independence, Missouri, Lance and Julie 
Moore and family of Kansas City, Missouri, and uncle Gregg Hartley and 
cousin Hunter Hartley of Cameron, MO.Carter was preceded in death by his 
paternal grandparents Rex and Marge Curtis of Hays, maternal 
grandparents John and Barbara Riffle of Cameron, Missouri, and his aunt 
Donna Moore and aunt Janette Hartley.Memorials in honor of Carter’s life are
 suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains in Hays, and also to
 the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (jdrf.org, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; A private
 burial service for Carter has taken place.&nbsp; A public celebration of 
Carter’s life will be held in the near future – stay tuned!&nbsp; Condolences
 and memories of Carter may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Carter Lane Curtis

  Eunice Ilene (Herman) Baetz, age 91, passed away March 23rd, 2020 at SunPorch in Smith Center, KS.


Eunice was born on December 30th, 1928 in Bellaire, KS to Ezra and 
Lora (Harsh) Herman.  Mom was the only daughter with four brothers.


Eunice met Gerald Baetz after he returned home from serving in the 
Army.  They married in Smith Center, KS on April 16th, 1948 and lived 
north of Thornburg, KS.  Mom helped Gerald farm and raise five kids, 
Linda, Michael, Cathy, Jerry and Marty.


She loved all her kids, grandkids, great-grandkids and great-great 
grandkids.  Mom loved to raise huge vegetable and flower gardens.  Mom 
had many hobbies, sewing, quilting, reading, putting puzzles together, 
playing with us kids and having picnics with the kids.


Eunice also loved her goats and other livestock, cats, dogs and 
nature.  She enjoyed sitting on the porch swing in the evening.  While 
dad was still alive, they loved to go for drives in the country.


Survivors include her daughters;   Linda (Wes) Diercks of Agra, KS 
and Cathy (Garen) Diercks of Agra, KS;   sons, Michael (Kay) Baetz of 
Agra, KS, Jerry (Pat) Baetz of Smith Center, KS and Marty (Lori) Baetz 
of Smith Center, KS;   13 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and 6 
great-great grandchildren.


She was preceded in death by her parents Ezra and Lora Herman, 
husband Gerald Baetz, brothers Bernard, Maynard, Clayton and Clifford 
and 2 great grandsons Adam and Aaron Lowther.

Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=12499903">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure> Eunice Ilene (Herman) Baetz, age 91, passed away March 23rd, 2020 at SunPorch in Smith Center, KS.
Eunice was born on December 30th, 1928 in Bellaire, KS to Ezra and 
Lora (Harsh) Herman. Mom was the only daughter with four brothers.
Eunice met Gerald Baetz after he returned home from serving in the 
Army. They married in Smith Center, KS on April 16th, 1948 and lived 
north of Thornburg, KS. Mom helped Gerald farm and raise five kids, 
Linda, Michael, Cathy, Jerry and Marty.
She loved all her kids, grandkids, great-grandkids and great-great 
grandkids. Mom loved to raise huge vegetable and flower gardens. Mom 
had many hobbies, sewing, quilting, reading, putting puzzles together, 
playing with us kids and having picnics with the kids.
Eunice also loved her goats and other livestock, cats, dogs and 
nature. She enjoyed sitting on the porch swing in the evening. While 
dad was still alive, they loved to go for drives in the country.
Survivors include her daughters; Linda (Wes) Diercks of Agra, KS 
and Cathy (Garen) Diercks of Agra, KS; sons, Michael (Kay) Baetz of 
Agra, KS, Jerry (Pat) Baetz of Smith Center, KS and Marty (Lori) Baetz 
of Smith Center, KS; 13 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and 6 
great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ezra and Lora Herman, 
husband Gerald Baetz, brothers Bernard, Maynard, Clayton and Clifford 
and 2 great grandsons Adam and Aaron Lowther.Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=12499903">HERE</a> for service details.

Eunice Ilene (Herman) Baetz

Jon Lawrence Vieux passed away on March 24 at the age of 80 years in 
Endwell, New York. Jon was a social, kind and lovely gentleman of faith 
who was born and raised on the great American prairie on June 11, 1939 
in Atwood, Kansas. He was the eldest of four sons of Marjorie (school 
librarian) and Lloyd Vieux (attorney). Jon lost his father in 1961, his 
mother in 1994 and his brothers, Charles in 1959 and Steven in 1996. 
Jon’s brother Roger is retired and currently resides in Myrtle Beach, 
South Carolina. Jon leaves behind nieces and nephews, the nine children 
of Roger and two children of Steven.


Jon graduated high school in 1958 at Ponca Military Academy in Ponca 
City, Oklahoma. Over the next several years he lived, worked and 
attended residential vocational schools in Atwood and other parts of 
Kansas and Missouri. While in Atwood Jon delivered newspapers and 
performed lawn care services. Jon was invited by friends to join them in
 enrolling at Berean Bible College in Dallas, Texas where he studied 
Bible and interned in janitorial services. Following graduation from 
Berean, Jon worked on a ranch outside of St. Louis, Missouri until 1977.
 Some friends from Berean invited Jon to move to the hill country in 
Kingsland, Texas where they were founding the Calvary Hill Gospel Church
 and Academy. Jon worked there as an assistant janitor and volunteered 
in the classroom when asked to witness about his faith to the school 
children. In January 1991 while walking, Jon was struck by a truck and 
required surgery for his injuries. Jon’s church friends stated that it 
was time for Jon to move home. He moved in with his brother Steven and 
wife Judy, nephew Jeremy and niece Vanessa. Jon enjoyed family life, 
family vacations and his fellowship there at Calvary Baptist Tabernacle 
in Vestal, New York.


Following recovery from his 1991 accident, Jon began sheltered 
employment with ARC, now Achieve in July 1991. In September 1996 Jon’s 
brother Steven passed away. This was a tragic loss for Jon and the 
family. Jeremy was studying at the University of Michigan and Vanessa 
was still in high school. During the fall of 1998 as Vanessa was moving 
away from home to study at Barnard College, Judy and Jon also made 
changes. Jon moved to an Achieve community residence in Binghamton, New 
York while Judy moved to an apartment a block away allowing the family 
to maintain close ties with Jon. As Jon aged he moved in 2015 to a ranch
 home in the Achieve residence program in Endwell, New York where he 
would no longer need to climb stairs to his bedroom. He continued to 
work at the sheltered workshop until his decision to retire in June 
2018. At that time Jon joined a Day Habilitation Program for 
socialization and recreation, enjoying his retirement years spending 
time with his family, many friends at Achieve programs, at Day Hab and 
in his religious community. Jon occupied his leisure hours at home 
reading devotional books and his Bible and watching The Waltons, old 
Westerns and other Hallmark Channel television shows.


Jon was a colorful person who loved to laugh, to tell elephant jokes, 
eat hamburgers &amp; fries, fried chicken and strawberry ice cream. He 
loved to go out to see Disney movies. To his delight he was once crowned
 King of the Achieve sponsored Valentine’s Day Dance. He enjoyed the 
company of a few girlfriends during those years and he loved to dance. 
He was a serious student of the Bible and in better days he was a 
compendium of Bible facts and verses who rarely failed to answer 
correctly when Steve quizzed him. And who could ever forget Jon’s phrase
 for a serious problem. He would say it was a “shock domain,” which so 
succinctly captured such moments in our lives. We will miss the lively 
Jon the children grew up with and the more quiet man who was a companion
 on life’s journey for so many years.


Due to the restrictions imposed on all of us by the Coronavirus 
pandemic, a memorial service will be held at a later date at Calvary 
Baptist Tabernacle in Vestal, New York. A private graveside service is 
planed in Atwood KS where Jon’s childhood friend, Pastor Kent Morgan 
will preside. Jon will be laid to rest along side his parents and 
brother Charles. Jon’s family thank the Achieve community residence 
program that provided years of care and kindness to Jon and, Dr. Jagraj 
Rai, and the Lourdes Hospice staff who provided comfort to Jon in his 
final days.
                                                                			

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jon Lawrence Vieux passed away on March 24 at the age of 80 years in 
Endwell, New York. Jon was a social, kind and lovely gentleman of faith 
who was born and raised on the great American prairie on June 11, 1939 
in Atwood, Kansas. He was the eldest of four sons of Marjorie (school 
librarian) and Lloyd Vieux (attorney). Jon lost his father in 1961, his 
mother in 1994 and his brothers, Charles in 1959 and Steven in 1996. 
Jon’s brother Roger is retired and currently resides in Myrtle Beach, 
South Carolina. Jon leaves behind nieces and nephews, the nine children 
of Roger and two children of Steven.
Jon graduated high school in 1958 at Ponca Military Academy in Ponca 
City, Oklahoma. Over the next several years he lived, worked and 
attended residential vocational schools in Atwood and other parts of 
Kansas and Missouri. While in Atwood Jon delivered newspapers and 
performed lawn care services. Jon was invited by friends to join them in
 enrolling at Berean Bible College in Dallas, Texas where he studied 
Bible and interned in janitorial services. Following graduation from 
Berean, Jon worked on a ranch outside of St. Louis, Missouri until 1977.
 Some friends from Berean invited Jon to move to the hill country in 
Kingsland, Texas where they were founding the Calvary Hill Gospel Church
 and Academy. Jon worked there as an assistant janitor and volunteered 
in the classroom when asked to witness about his faith to the school 
children. In January 1991 while walking, Jon was struck by a truck and 
required surgery for his injuries. Jon’s church friends stated that it 
was time for Jon to move home. He moved in with his brother Steven and 
wife Judy, nephew Jeremy and niece Vanessa. Jon enjoyed family life, 
family vacations and his fellowship there at Calvary Baptist Tabernacle 
in Vestal, New York.
Following recovery from his 1991 accident, Jon began sheltered 
employment with ARC, now Achieve in July 1991. In September 1996 Jon’s 
brother Steven passed away. This was a tragic loss for Jon and the 
family. Jeremy was studying at the University of Michigan and Vanessa 
was still in high school. During the fall of 1998 as Vanessa was moving 
away from home to study at Barnard College, Judy and Jon also made 
changes. Jon moved to an Achieve community residence in Binghamton, New 
York while Judy moved to an apartment a block away allowing the family 
to maintain close ties with Jon. As Jon aged he moved in 2015 to a ranch
 home in the Achieve residence program in Endwell, New York where he 
would no longer need to climb stairs to his bedroom. He continued to 
work at the sheltered workshop until his decision to retire in June 
2018. At that time Jon joined a Day Habilitation Program for 
socialization and recreation, enjoying his retirement years spending 
time with his family, many friends at Achieve programs, at Day Hab and 
in his religious community. Jon occupied his leisure hours at home 
reading devotional books and his Bible and watching The Waltons, old 
Westerns and other Hallmark Channel television shows.
Jon was a colorful person who loved to laugh, to tell elephant jokes, 
eat hamburgers &amp; fries, fried chicken and strawberry ice cream. He 
loved to go out to see Disney movies. To his delight he was once crowned
 King of the Achieve sponsored Valentine’s Day Dance. He enjoyed the 
company of a few girlfriends during those years and he loved to dance. 
He was a serious student of the Bible and in better days he was a 
compendium of Bible facts and verses who rarely failed to answer 
correctly when Steve quizzed him. And who could ever forget Jon’s phrase
 for a serious problem. He would say it was a “shock domain,” which so 
succinctly captured such moments in our lives. We will miss the lively 
Jon the children grew up with and the more quiet man who was a companion
 on life’s journey for so many years.
Due to the restrictions imposed on all of us by the Coronavirus 
pandemic, a memorial service will be held at a later date at Calvary 
Baptist Tabernacle in Vestal, New York. A private graveside service is 
planed in Atwood KS where Jon’s childhood friend, Pastor Kent Morgan 
will preside. Jon will be laid to rest along side his parents and 
brother Charles. Jon’s family thank the Achieve community residence 
program that provided years of care and kindness to Jon and, Dr. Jagraj 
Rai, and the Lourdes Hospice staff who provided comfort to Jon in his 
final days.

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