Jerry P. Wendel, 89, passed away Feburary 24, 2020, at River Bend 
Assisted Living, Great Bend. He was born on October 15, 1930, at 
Ellinwood, the son of Peter L. &amp; Bertha A. (Steimel) Wendel. He 
married Theda Jo Whelan on November 30, 1957 at Great Bend. She 
survives.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Jerry was the division manager for 
Centel/Western Plains Energy for 19 years. After working for 40 years 
there, he retired on February 1, 1993. He was a member of Prince of 
Peace Parish at St. Rose and Knights of Columbus. He had been active in 
many areas within the community, such as a director for CKMC, Kansas 
Association of Commerce and Industry, an inside chairman for the 3I 
Exhibition and Central Kansas Development, as well as, the Great Bend 
Lions Club, Elks Lodge, Chamber of Commerce, Vintage Wheel Antique Auto 
Club, MACK Flying Club, Kansas Calvary and the Great Bend County Club.

Survivors include, his wife, Theda Jo Wendel of the home; a brother, 
Thomas Wendel of Hutchinson; and many nieces and nephews, and great 
nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two 
sisters, Catherine Birzer and Audrey Puckett.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and the register book will be available to sign, Wednesday, February 26th to Friday, February 28th,
 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A Vigil Service will be held at 7:00 p.m., 
Sunday, March 1, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial 
will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 2, 2020, at St. Rose of Lima 
Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Inurnment will be in 
the Great Bend Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are suggested to 
Prince of Peace Parish Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jerry P. Wendel, 89, passed away Feburary 24, 2020, at River Bend 
Assisted Living, Great Bend. He was born on October 15, 1930, at 
Ellinwood, the son of Peter L. &amp; Bertha A. (Steimel) Wendel. He 
married Theda Jo Whelan on November 30, 1957 at Great Bend. She 
survives.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Jerry was the division manager for 
Centel/Western Plains Energy for 19 years. After working for 40 years 
there, he retired on February 1, 1993. He was a member of Prince of 
Peace Parish at St. Rose and Knights of Columbus. He had been active in 
many areas within the community, such as a director for CKMC, Kansas 
Association of Commerce and Industry, an inside chairman for the 3I 
Exhibition and Central Kansas Development, as well as, the Great Bend 
Lions Club, Elks Lodge, Chamber of Commerce, Vintage Wheel Antique Auto 
Club, MACK Flying Club, Kansas Calvary and the Great Bend County Club.Survivors include, his wife, Theda Jo Wendel of the home; a brother, 
Thomas Wendel of Hutchinson; and many nieces and nephews, and great 
nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two 
sisters, Catherine Birzer and Audrey Puckett.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and the register book will be available to sign, Wednesday, February 26th to Friday, February 28th,
 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A Vigil Service will be held at 7:00 p.m., 
Sunday, March 1, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial 
will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 2, 2020, at St. Rose of Lima 
Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Inurnment will be in 
the Great Bend Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are suggested to 
Prince of Peace Parish Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Jerry P. Wendel

Joyce Elaine (Schoen) Preston, beloved daughter of Alvin and Effie (Kirk) Schoen, was born in Leota Township located in Norton County, Kansas, on October 29, 1931, and peacefully passed away at the Andbe Home in Norton, on February 21, 2020, at the age of 88.

Joyce grew up in Norton County where she attended school at the Valley View District #40,  and attended the Norton Jr High and High and graduated from Norton Community High School in 1949.

On, August 18, 1957, Joyce was united in marriage in Norton, Kansas, to the love of her life, Lee Preston, and they were married for over 62 years.  Joyce started her working career in Norton, working for Andy Larson for USD 211. 

They lived in Anderson, Indiana from 1957-58, Las Animas, Colorado, 1958-65, Denver, Colorado, 1965-75, Monta Vista, Colorado, from 1975-78, Grand Junction, Colorado, 1978-2007. 

While in Colorado, Joyce was sought by the U.S. Department of Energy to help develop annual budgets.  She held the position of Executive Secretary for heads of companies contracting with the Department of Energy for Uranium remediation on the Colorado Western Slopes. 

Joyce was the founding president of the Las Animas Jayce Janes.

They returned back to home in Norton in 2007, where Joyce was an active member of the churches where her husband would Pastor.  During her life, Joyce enjoyed being her Pastor's "special assistant" with four different congregations.   Joyce loved to teach Sunday School and enjoyed being a vocalist, singing as a soloist in trios and quartets, as well as being a pianist.  

Her greatest love was her family, especially her husband Lee.

Survivors include:  Her loving husband, Lee; niece, Bev Miller; Grand Nieces and Nephews and many other friends.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Ila Marie Ritter, and step mother Mary Schoen.

VISITATION – Wednesday, February 26, 23020 from 5:00pm until 7:00pm 

PLACE – Enfield Funeral Home – 215 W. Main - Norton

FUNERAL SERVICE - Thursday, February 27, 2020—10:30 am

Joyce Elaine (Schoen) Preston, beloved daughter of Alvin and Effie (Kirk) Schoen, was born in Leota Township located in Norton County, Kansas, on October 29, 1931, and peacefully passed away at the Andbe Home in Norton, on February 21, 2020, at the age of 88.Joyce grew up in Norton County where she attended school at the Valley View District #40, and attended the Norton Jr High and High and graduated from Norton Community High School in 1949.On, August 18, 1957, Joyce was united in marriage in Norton, Kansas, to the love of her life, Lee Preston, and they were married for over 62 years. Joyce started her working career in Norton, working for Andy Larson for USD 211. They lived in Anderson, Indiana from 1957-58, Las Animas, Colorado, 1958-65, Denver, Colorado, 1965-75, Monta Vista, Colorado, from 1975-78, Grand Junction, Colorado, 1978-2007. While in Colorado, Joyce was sought by the U.S. Department of Energy to help develop annual budgets. She held the position of Executive Secretary for heads of companies contracting with the Department of Energy for Uranium remediation on the Colorado Western Slopes. Joyce was the founding president of the Las Animas Jayce Janes.They returned back to home in Norton in 2007, where Joyce was an active member of the churches where her husband would Pastor. During her life, Joyce enjoyed being her Pastor's "special assistant" with four different congregations. Joyce loved to teach Sunday School and enjoyed being a vocalist, singing as a soloist in trios and quartets, as well as being a pianist. Her greatest love was her family, especially her husband Lee.Survivors include: Her loving husband, Lee; niece, Bev Miller; Grand Nieces and Nephews and many other friends.Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Ila Marie Ritter, and step mother Mary Schoen.VISITATION – Wednesday, February 26, 23020 from 5:00pm until 7:00pm PLACE – Enfield Funeral Home – 215 W. Main - NortonFUNERAL SERVICE - Thursday, February 27, 2020—10:30 amPLACE – First Church of God - NortonINTERMENT – Norton Cemetery - NortonMEMORIAL – Joyce Preston Memorial Fund

Joyce Elaine (Schoen) Preston

Leonard Duane Wertz was born June 14, 1940, and bounded into eternity February 21, 2020.

Born to Richard and Pearl Wertz in Las Animas, Colorado, Len was the youngest of four children. His childhood stories seemed larger than life: seeing electricity come to the McClave area, bareback horse riding, nearly drowning in John Martin Reservoir, 4H and FFA exploits, and meeting President Eisenhower. After graduating from McClave High School, he went on to receive a biology degree with minors in music and horticulture from Colorado State University. He then taught chemistry in the Peace Corps in Ghana, Africa, bringing home tales of eating rat meat.

Upon returning home from Ghana, he swept Ronda Hostetler off her feet and married her on September 23, 1967. They traveled extensively across the USA and enjoyed multiple trips to Israel, Europe, and the UK. Together they raised two boys, Brad and Todd, who went on to marry and bring nine grandchildren into his life. He was a proud “Gramps," interested in praying for and promoting their adventures while watching them grow up to be productive young men and women.&nbsp; He also enjoyed two great-grandchildren who made him smile even when he could no longer pick them up, one of whom prayed with him the day before he passed into eternity.

In 1975, Len started Youth Retreat, a summer discipleship camp in the Rockies designed to teach young people the joy of knowing Jesus through Biblical instruction. He is remembered by many for charging up a mountain trail with Bible under one arm, a poster board under the other, with forty youth following close behind. As a minister in the Dunkard Brethren Church, Len conducted revival meetings all over the United States. Through these, he influenced many and was keen on motivating believers away from the status quo toward robust, faith-filled living.

His unending optimism was grounded in a firm faith in Jesus as his Savior and Lord. His seemingly tireless energy and determination to be productive amazed all who knew him. Len loved life and poured his passion into people. Over the years he was a biology teacher, florist, chemist, sales rep, and finally served as a paraeducator in the Quinter public schools. He enjoyed travel, gardening, floral design, barbershop, studying prophecy, and Youth Retreat, and taught his family to celebrate Christmas wholeheartedly. To Len, no meal was complete without dessert, his favorite part of eating.&nbsp;

On this side of eternity, he left his wife Ronda Wertz of Quinter; sons, Brad (Kirsten) and Todd (Ricki); grandsons Matthias (Cassie, Blaine, Corey, Keegan, Aiden; granddaughters Kimberly, Liberty, Autumn, and Jillian, all of Quinter; great-grandchildren Liam and Lauren Wertz of Quinter; and three siblings: Etta &nbsp; Clayton, Ivan Wertz (Edna, Wanda Lutz (John). He was preceded in death by his parents; Lawrence Clayton (brother-in-law); and granddaughter Elizabeth Wertz.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, March 2, 2020 at Quinter Church of the Brethren, with burial to follow at Baker Township cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Dunkard Brethren Retreat. Donations to the organization may be sent to Donations made to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting schmittfuneral.com

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Leonard Duane Wertz was born June 14, 1940, and bounded into eternity February 21, 2020.Born to Richard and Pearl Wertz in Las Animas, Colorado, Len was the youngest of four children. His childhood stories seemed larger than life: seeing electricity come to the McClave area, bareback horse riding, nearly drowning in John Martin Reservoir, 4H and FFA exploits, and meeting President Eisenhower. After graduating from McClave High School, he went on to receive a biology degree with minors in music and horticulture from Colorado State University. He then taught chemistry in the Peace Corps in Ghana, Africa, bringing home tales of eating rat meat.Upon returning home from Ghana, he swept Ronda Hostetler off her feet and married her on September 23, 1967. They traveled extensively across the USA and enjoyed multiple trips to Israel, Europe, and the UK. Together they raised two boys, Brad and Todd, who went on to marry and bring nine grandchildren into his life. He was a proud “Gramps," interested in praying for and promoting their adventures while watching them grow up to be productive young men and women.&nbsp; He also enjoyed two great-grandchildren who made him smile even when he could no longer pick them up, one of whom prayed with him the day before he passed into eternity.In 1975, Len started Youth Retreat, a summer discipleship camp in the Rockies designed to teach young people the joy of knowing Jesus through Biblical instruction. He is remembered by many for charging up a mountain trail with Bible under one arm, a poster board under the other, with forty youth following close behind. As a minister in the Dunkard Brethren Church, Len conducted revival meetings all over the United States. Through these, he influenced many and was keen on motivating believers away from the status quo toward robust, faith-filled living.His unending optimism was grounded in a firm faith in Jesus as his Savior and Lord. His seemingly tireless energy and determination to be productive amazed all who knew him. Len loved life and poured his passion into people. Over the years he was a biology teacher, florist, chemist, sales rep, and finally served as a paraeducator in the Quinter public schools. He enjoyed travel, gardening, floral design, barbershop, studying prophecy, and Youth Retreat, and taught his family to celebrate Christmas wholeheartedly. To Len, no meal was complete without dessert, his favorite part of eating.&nbsp;On this side of eternity, he left his wife Ronda Wertz of Quinter; sons, Brad (Kirsten) and Todd (Ricki); grandsons Matthias (Cassie, Blaine, Corey, Keegan, Aiden; granddaughters Kimberly, Liberty, Autumn, and Jillian, all of Quinter; great-grandchildren Liam and Lauren Wertz of Quinter; and three siblings: Etta &nbsp; Clayton, Ivan Wertz (Edna, Wanda Lutz (John). He was preceded in death by his parents; Lawrence Clayton (brother-in-law); and granddaughter Elizabeth Wertz.Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, March 2, 2020 at Quinter Church of the Brethren, with burial to follow at Baker Township cemetery.&nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to the Dunkard Brethren Retreat. Donations to the organization may be sent to Donations made to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting schmittfuneral.com

Leonard Duane Wertz

Mirl E. Barnett, 86, Rexford, passed away February 21, 2020 at Prairie Senior Living, Colby. 


He was born on August 17, 1933 on the family farm in Thomas County, 
Kansas north of Rexford, to Jesse E. and Edna F. (Chadd) Barnett. He was
 a 1951 graduate of Rexford High School.  


Mirl married Evelyn W. Walters on September 27, 1952, in Rexford, 
Kansas. Throughout his life he was a farmer as well as the feed mill 
operator for COOP. In addition, he spent many years driving trucks for 
Short &amp; Son, and M &amp; A Barnett Trucking.  After retirement, he 
hauled grain for Wark Farms and was the caretaker of the Rexford 
Cemetery.


He was a lifelong race fan.  He began his driving career in 1954, 
one of his highlights was driving for Lonnie Morosic out of McCook, 
Nebraska in the propane powered #9 Sprint Car.  He was inducted into the
 Big Car Racing Association Hall of Fame on June 14, 2013.  He was 
extremely proud of this accomplishment.  


Survivors include his wife, Evelyn of 67 years of Rexford, Kansas; 
one son, Troy Barnett and his wife Connie of Elkhart, Kansas; two 
daughters, Kandi Washburn and husband Fred of Hoxie and Kris Hagans and 
husband Kirby of Wellington, Kansas; one sister, Opal Moss and husband 
Earl of Hoxie, Kansas; four grandchildren: Steve Washburn and wife Amber
 of Gorham, Kansas, Shawna Martinez and husband Lolo of Hobbs, New 
Mexico, Amy Brillhart and husband Dusty of Elkhart, Kansas, and Kade 
Hagans of Hays, Kansas; eight great-grandchildren: Ashtyn Washburn, 
Easton Washburn, Danzy Martinez, Izabelle Martinez, Zander Martinez, 
Madyson Brillhart, Mason Brillhart, and Emmalyn Brillhart.


He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Roy Barnett
 (in infancy, Elgin Barnett, Darrell Barnett; one sister, Virginia 
Allison; one grandson, Jason Barnett and one great-grandson, Zalin 
Martinez. 


Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, February 26, 2020 
at the Rexford Community Church. Burial will follow at the Rexford 
Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-7:00 pm Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 
Pauls Funeral Home, Selden. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 
pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rexford Community Church, 
205 Main St., Rexford, KS 67753. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Mirl E. Barnett, 86, Rexford, passed away February 21, 2020 at Prairie Senior Living, Colby. 
He was born on August 17, 1933 on the family farm in Thomas County, 
Kansas north of Rexford, to Jesse E. and Edna F. (Chadd) Barnett. He was
 a 1951 graduate of Rexford High School. 
Mirl married Evelyn W. Walters on September 27, 1952, in Rexford, 
Kansas. Throughout his life he was a farmer as well as the feed mill 
operator for COOP. In addition, he spent many years driving trucks for 
Short &amp; Son, and M &amp; A Barnett Trucking. After retirement, he 
hauled grain for Wark Farms and was the caretaker of the Rexford 
Cemetery.
He was a lifelong race fan. He began his driving career in 1954, 
one of his highlights was driving for Lonnie Morosic out of McCook, 
Nebraska in the propane powered #9 Sprint Car. He was inducted into the
 Big Car Racing Association Hall of Fame on June 14, 2013. He was 
extremely proud of this accomplishment. 
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn of 67 years of Rexford, Kansas; 
one son, Troy Barnett and his wife Connie of Elkhart, Kansas; two 
daughters, Kandi Washburn and husband Fred of Hoxie and Kris Hagans and 
husband Kirby of Wellington, Kansas; one sister, Opal Moss and husband 
Earl of Hoxie, Kansas; four grandchildren: Steve Washburn and wife Amber
 of Gorham, Kansas, Shawna Martinez and husband Lolo of Hobbs, New 
Mexico, Amy Brillhart and husband Dusty of Elkhart, Kansas, and Kade 
Hagans of Hays, Kansas; eight great-grandchildren: Ashtyn Washburn, 
Easton Washburn, Danzy Martinez, Izabelle Martinez, Zander Martinez, 
Madyson Brillhart, Mason Brillhart, and Emmalyn Brillhart.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Roy Barnett
 (in infancy, Elgin Barnett, Darrell Barnett; one sister, Virginia 
Allison; one grandson, Jason Barnett and one great-grandson, Zalin 
Martinez. 
Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, February 26, 2020 
at the Rexford Community Church. Burial will follow at the Rexford 
Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-7:00 pm Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 
Pauls Funeral Home, Selden. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 
pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rexford Community Church, 
205 Main St., Rexford, KS 67753. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com

Mirl E. Barnett

Tuesday, March 20th, 1956 - Friday, February 21st, 2020

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="http://www.baalmannmortuary.com/book-of-memories/4113610/Bellinger-Todd/service-details.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Tuesday, March 20th, 1956 - Friday, February 21st, 2020An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="http://www.baalmannmortuary.com/book-of-memories/4113610/Bellinger-Todd/service-details.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Todd Eugene Bellinger

Ruth L. Bitter Ochs Howard, age 92, died February 21, 2020 at Rhode 
Island Suites, Ransom, Kansas where she had been residing since 2012. 


She was born March 27, 1927 in Barton County, Kansas the daughter of 
Julius Bitter and Emilie Schmidt Bitter. Ruth completed 8th 
grade in Barton County at a one-room schoolhouse. She attended Salt Lake
 City Business College at age 16 in Hutchinson, Kansas. On May 5, 1946 
she married Leonard Ochs in Barton County. Leonard died on May 26, 1964.
 She went back to high school in 1966 and graduated Salutatorian from 
Utica High School in 1968. She married Donald “D.D.” Howard on October 
25, 1968 in Jennings, Kansas. He preceded her in death on January 7, 
2019. Also preceding her in death were her two brothers Harry and Eugene
 Bitter.

Ruth was a homemaker and a member of the United Methodist Church and 
the United Methodist Women of Utica and WaKeeney. She was also a member 
of the Starlight Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star.

She is survived by a daughter, Marlene Hord and her husband, Karl, of
 Nixa, Missouri; four sons, John Ochs and his wife, Julie, of Seminole, 
Alabama; Tom Ochs and his wife, Kris, of Utica; Leonard D. Ochs and his 
wife, Cynthia, of Utica; and Hardy Howard and his wife, Dawn, of 
WaKeeney; 16 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 7 step-great 
grandchildren and 1 step-great great grandchild.

A memorial service will be held at the United Methodist Church, Utica
 on Friday, February 28, 2020, 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Bud Tuxhorn 
presiding. Inurnment in the Utica cemetery following the service. 
Friends may sign the memorial book at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City
 on Thursday, February 27 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the family
 present from 5-7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be given to the United
 Methodist Church of Utica or WaKeeney. 

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ruth L. Bitter Ochs Howard, age 92, died February 21, 2020 at Rhode 
Island Suites, Ransom, Kansas where she had been residing since 2012. 
She was born March 27, 1927 in Barton County, Kansas the daughter of 
Julius Bitter and Emilie Schmidt Bitter. Ruth completed 8th 
grade in Barton County at a one-room schoolhouse. She attended Salt Lake
 City Business College at age 16 in Hutchinson, Kansas. On May 5, 1946 
she married Leonard Ochs in Barton County. Leonard died on May 26, 1964.
 She went back to high school in 1966 and graduated Salutatorian from 
Utica High School in 1968. She married Donald “D.D.” Howard on October 
25, 1968 in Jennings, Kansas. He preceded her in death on January 7, 
2019. Also preceding her in death were her two brothers Harry and Eugene
 Bitter.Ruth was a homemaker and a member of the United Methodist Church and 
the United Methodist Women of Utica and WaKeeney. She was also a member 
of the Starlight Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star.She is survived by a daughter, Marlene Hord and her husband, Karl, of
 Nixa, Missouri; four sons, John Ochs and his wife, Julie, of Seminole, 
Alabama; Tom Ochs and his wife, Kris, of Utica; Leonard D. Ochs and his 
wife, Cynthia, of Utica; and Hardy Howard and his wife, Dawn, of 
WaKeeney; 16 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 7 step-great 
grandchildren and 1 step-great great grandchild.A memorial service will be held at the United Methodist Church, Utica
 on Friday, February 28, 2020, 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Bud Tuxhorn 
presiding. Inurnment in the Utica cemetery following the service. 
Friends may sign the memorial book at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City
 on Thursday, February 27 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the family
 present from 5-7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be given to the United
 Methodist Church of Utica or WaKeeney.

Ruth Leona Howard

Betty Mattas, age 87 of Wilson, passed away on Friday, February 21, 
2020, in Tipton, Kansas surrounded by her loved ones. Betty was born to 
Henry J. Kepka and Charlotte (Lilak) Kepka on December 17, 1932, in 
rural Dorrance, Kansas. She had five siblings; Raymond, Harold, Leonard,
 Alice, and Adeline.


Betty grew up in Dorrance where she attended Dorrance High School 
and graduated with the Class of 1950. Following high school, she went on
 to attend Marymount College in Salina for two years. She then returned 
to rural Dorrance where she met Emil F. Mattas. They were united in 
marriage on April 3, 1956, in Wilson, Kansas. Betty and Emil moved to a 
family farm east of Wilson where they raised their four children: 
Kathleen, Teresa, Francis, and Rosemary. Due to scarlet fever at age 5, 
Betty was deaf for a lot of her life and she became a talented, 
self-taught, lip reader. She enjoyed polka dancing, crocheting, the 
farm, and being outside. She loved her farm animals, especially the 
dogs.  Betty was an extremely hard worker, never known to complain; she 
was humble and will be remembered for her contagious chuckle and smile 
that never faded. A devout Catholic, she was a member of the St. 
Wenceslaus Church Altar Society. Her church family will remember her 
usual place in the front right, and although now empty, her memory will 
be cherished.


A hardworking woman of faith, hope, and love, Betty showed us all by
 her life that the greatest of these is love. Although she will be 
greatly missed, she will live forever in the hearts of those who knew 
her best, for they were greatly loved.


Betty is survived by her children, Francis (Stephanie) Mattas of 
Greenville, SC; Kathleen (Wendell) Willis of Lenexa, KS; and Teresa 
(Tom) Gasper, of Tipton, KS; brother, Raymond (Arnelda) Kepka of 
Dorrance, KS; eleven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.


She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Charlotte Kepka; 
daughter, Rosemary Dlabal; and siblings, Harold and Leonard Kepka, Alice
 Gerritzen, and Adeline Bechard.


A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 
2020, at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church at 10:30 AM. Burial will 
follow at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on 
Monday, February 24, 2020, 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the funeral home in 
Wilson and 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the church with a Vigil Service and 
Rosary at 7:00PM.


Memorials are suggested to the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church or the
 Wilson Senior Center and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS, 67490.

<figure>
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 </figure>Betty Mattas, age 87 of Wilson, passed away on Friday, February 21, 
2020, in Tipton, Kansas surrounded by her loved ones. Betty was born to 
Henry J. Kepka and Charlotte (Lilak) Kepka on December 17, 1932, in 
rural Dorrance, Kansas. She had five siblings; Raymond, Harold, Leonard,
 Alice, and Adeline.
Betty grew up in Dorrance where she attended Dorrance High School 
and graduated with the Class of 1950. Following high school, she went on
 to attend Marymount College in Salina for two years. She then returned 
to rural Dorrance where she met Emil F. Mattas. They were united in 
marriage on April 3, 1956, in Wilson, Kansas. Betty and Emil moved to a 
family farm east of Wilson where they raised their four children: 
Kathleen, Teresa, Francis, and Rosemary. Due to scarlet fever at age 5, 
Betty was deaf for a lot of her life and she became a talented, 
self-taught, lip reader. She enjoyed polka dancing, crocheting, the 
farm, and being outside. She loved her farm animals, especially the 
dogs. Betty was an extremely hard worker, never known to complain; she 
was humble and will be remembered for her contagious chuckle and smile 
that never faded. A devout Catholic, she was a member of the St. 
Wenceslaus Church Altar Society. Her church family will remember her 
usual place in the front right, and although now empty, her memory will 
be cherished.
A hardworking woman of faith, hope, and love, Betty showed us all by
 her life that the greatest of these is love. Although she will be 
greatly missed, she will live forever in the hearts of those who knew 
her best, for they were greatly loved.
Betty is survived by her children, Francis (Stephanie) Mattas of 
Greenville, SC; Kathleen (Wendell) Willis of Lenexa, KS; and Teresa 
(Tom) Gasper, of Tipton, KS; brother, Raymond (Arnelda) Kepka of 
Dorrance, KS; eleven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Charlotte Kepka; 
daughter, Rosemary Dlabal; and siblings, Harold and Leonard Kepka, Alice
 Gerritzen, and Adeline Bechard.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 
2020, at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church at 10:30 AM. Burial will 
follow at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on 
Monday, February 24, 2020, 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the funeral home in 
Wilson and 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the church with a Vigil Service and 
Rosary at 7:00PM.
Memorials are suggested to the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church or the
 Wilson Senior Center and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS, 67490.

Betty Mattas

Robert “Bob” K. Kiser, 81, Salina, was born December 14, 1938 in rural Cloud County Kansas and died February 19, 2020 at his home.

Raised in the Delphos community graduated in 1956 a Delphos Maroon attended Kansas State University then graduating with a bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University.

Bob worked as a schoolteacher, coach, farmer, and retired from Exide Industries as a battery operator.&nbsp; Bob married Nancy Joan Richards in Scottsville, Kansas on April 13, 1968. She passed away February 14, 2004.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Cristina (Donald) Scheibler of Hays; his son, Terry (Elizabeth) of Powell, Wyoming; six grandchildren, Chase (Lexi) Scheibler, Augusta, Ky (Ashley) Scheibler, Dylan Scheibler all of Hays, Hunter, Hannah, and Noah Kiser all of Powell, Wyoming; four great grandchildren, Emma, Kaycee, Charli, and Remington; and his sister, Phyllis Maxine Shivers of Coffeyville, Kansas.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Nancy; brother Grant Edward; &nbsp;brother-in-law, Raymond Shivers; nephew, Doug Kiser; and two nieces, Brenda Shivers and Lorri Scheibler.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, February 26 at the First Presbyterian Church, Delphos.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Delphos Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., Tuesday at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to North Central Kansas Down Syndrome Society or The Salina YMCA for “Bob’s Coffee”.

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Robert 'Bob' K. Kiser


				Kathy Jo Holsman, 66, of Gem, died Friday, February 21, 2020 at 
Citizens Medical Center, Colby.  She was born August 26, 1953, in 
Stillwell, OK, to Lester and Bernice (Worley) Holiman. Kathy loved to 
cook, read, fish and garden. On May 26, 1992, she married Edwin Holsman.


She was preceded in death by her parents; son Curtis Sporing; brother Don Worley and sister Ann Bowen. 


She is survived by her husband, Edwin Holsman; son Kenneth (Cheryl) 
Holiman; sisters, Rhonda Morris and Gail Dodds; sister-in-law, Leona 
Worley; eight grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 


Cremation was chosen. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. – 
12:00 p.m. Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. 
Inurnment will take place in the Brewster Cemetery. Memorials are 
suggested to the family and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO
 Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences, visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com

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				Kathy Jo Holsman, 66, of Gem, died Friday, February 21, 2020 at 
Citizens Medical Center, Colby. She was born August 26, 1953, in 
Stillwell, OK, to Lester and Bernice (Worley) Holiman. Kathy loved to 
cook, read, fish and garden. On May 26, 1992, she married Edwin Holsman.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son Curtis Sporing; brother Don Worley and sister Ann Bowen. 
She is survived by her husband, Edwin Holsman; son Kenneth (Cheryl) 
Holiman; sisters, Rhonda Morris and Gail Dodds; sister-in-law, Leona 
Worley; eight grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 
Cremation was chosen. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. – 
12:00 p.m. Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. 
Inurnment will take place in the Brewster Cemetery. Memorials are 
suggested to the family and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO
 Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences, visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com

Kathy Jo Holsman

Clifford “Cliff” R. Jordan, 87, passed away February 21, 2020, at 
Almost Home, Inc., Great Bend. Cliff was born December 5, 1932 in 
Claflin, to Elmer Charles, Jr. and Georgia Martha Jordan. He married 
Joanna “Jo” Miller August 30, 1959, in Great Bend. A lifetime 
Barton County resident, Clifford lived in Great Bend. He was a meter 
reader for 48 years for Centel, formerly Western Power, a member of 
First Christian Church, and former Scout leader and church youth leader.
 He was passionate about the outdoors, enjoying gardening, cactus 
collecting, and walking the neighborhood. His love of the outdoors led 
him to 25 years of service as a local weather monitor/recorder for the 
National Weather Service. Above all, Cliff was known as a loving 
dedicated family man. 

Survivors include, his wife, Jo; two sons, Michael Jordan and wife 
Kathy of Hutchinson, and Scott Jordan and wife Heather of Denver, Colo.;
 a sister, Lois Nichols of Salina; and two grandchildren, Caroline, and 
Grant Jordan. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Bob 
Jordan; and a sister, Mae Eaton.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at 
First Christian Church in Great Bend, with Rev. Josh Leu presiding. 
Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery, Great Bend. Visitation 
will be Noon to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 25, at Bryant Funeral Home,
 with the family receiving friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Memorials may 
be given to Almost Home, Inc., in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Clifford “Cliff” R. Jordan, 87, passed away February 21, 2020, at 
Almost Home, Inc., Great Bend. Cliff was born December 5, 1932 in 
Claflin, to Elmer Charles, Jr. and Georgia Martha Jordan. He married 
Joanna “Jo” Miller August 30, 1959, in Great Bend. A lifetime 
Barton County resident, Clifford lived in Great Bend. He was a meter 
reader for 48 years for Centel, formerly Western Power, a member of 
First Christian Church, and former Scout leader and church youth leader.
 He was passionate about the outdoors, enjoying gardening, cactus 
collecting, and walking the neighborhood. His love of the outdoors led 
him to 25 years of service as a local weather monitor/recorder for the 
National Weather Service. Above all, Cliff was known as a loving 
dedicated family man. Survivors include, his wife, Jo; two sons, Michael Jordan and wife 
Kathy of Hutchinson, and Scott Jordan and wife Heather of Denver, Colo.;
 a sister, Lois Nichols of Salina; and two grandchildren, Caroline, and 
Grant Jordan. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Bob 
Jordan; and a sister, Mae Eaton.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at 
First Christian Church in Great Bend, with Rev. Josh Leu presiding. 
Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery, Great Bend. Visitation 
will be Noon to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 25, at Bryant Funeral Home,
 with the family receiving friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Memorials may 
be given to Almost Home, Inc., in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Clifford 'Cliff' R. Jordan

Cheryl G. Keener, 59, passed away Friday, February 21, 2020, at Hays 
Medical Center, Hays. She was born September 21, 1960, at Great Bend, 
the daughter of Allan and Sharon (Foos) Roach. Cheryl was united in 
marriage to Thomas Keener April 1, 1984, in Larned.

Cheryl, a Great Bend resident, was a long-time manager of Zip Stop, 
Ellinwood, more recently working at Sutherlands in Great Bend. Cheryl 
was of the Catholic faith.

Survivors include her husband Thomas Keener of the home; two sons, 
Chris Keener and wife Ecco, and Kevin Keener both of Great Bend; two 
grandchildren, Jonathan P. and Temperance N. Keener. She was preceded in
 death by her parents Allan and Sharon Roach, and two brothers, Samuel 
and Bradley Roach.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held later.

Memorials may be given to the Cheryl Keener Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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Medical Center, Hays. She was born September 21, 1960, at Great Bend, 
the daughter of Allan and Sharon (Foos) Roach. Cheryl was united in 
marriage to Thomas Keener April 1, 1984, in Larned.Cheryl, a Great Bend resident, was a long-time manager of Zip Stop, 
Ellinwood, more recently working at Sutherlands in Great Bend. Cheryl 
was of the Catholic faith.Survivors include her husband Thomas Keener of the home; two sons, 
Chris Keener and wife Ecco, and Kevin Keener both of Great Bend; two 
grandchildren, Jonathan P. and Temperance N. Keener. She was preceded in
 death by her parents Allan and Sharon Roach, and two brothers, Samuel 
and Bradley Roach.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held later.Memorials may be given to the Cheryl Keener Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Cheryl G. Keener

Sister Mary Conrad Miller, 91, died February 22, 2020, in the 
Dominican Sisters’ convent infirmary, Great Bend. She was born June 21, 
1928, in Willowdale, KS, the daughter of Conrad and Anna Gehlen Miller. 
She entered the Dominican Sisters Community in 1947 and pronounced vows 
in 1950. Sister Mary Conrad ministered as a teacher and principal from 
1952 - 2013. Sister Mary Conrad was preceded in death by her parents, 
three brothers, and two sisters. She is survived by two sisters, Leona 
Henning of Wichita and Alfreda Youngers Bock of Kingman, as well as the 
Dominican Sisters of Peace.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 AM Tuesday, February 25, 
2020. A Vigil Service will be held Monday, February 24, at 7:00 PM. Both
 will take place at the Sisters’ Convent. Friends may call at the 
convent February 24 from 1:00 PM until the Vigil Service. Burial will be
 in the Sisters’ Resurrection Cemetery.

Memorials in honor of Sister Mary Conrad may be sent to Dominican 
Sisters of Peace, 2320 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 43219-2098. 
Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. 
Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend 67530.

Sister Mary Conrad Miller, 91, died February 22, 2020, in the 
Dominican Sisters’ convent infirmary, Great Bend. She was born June 21, 
1928, in Willowdale, KS, the daughter of Conrad and Anna Gehlen Miller. 
She entered the Dominican Sisters Community in 1947 and pronounced vows 
in 1950. Sister Mary Conrad ministered as a teacher and principal from 
1952 - 2013. Sister Mary Conrad was preceded in death by her parents, 
three brothers, and two sisters. She is survived by two sisters, Leona 
Henning of Wichita and Alfreda Youngers Bock of Kingman, as well as the 
Dominican Sisters of Peace.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 AM Tuesday, February 25, 
2020. A Vigil Service will be held Monday, February 24, at 7:00 PM. Both
 will take place at the Sisters’ Convent. Friends may call at the 
convent February 24 from 1:00 PM until the Vigil Service. Burial will be
 in the Sisters’ Resurrection Cemetery.Memorials in honor of Sister Mary Conrad may be sent to Dominican 
Sisters of Peace, 2320 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 43219-2098. 
Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. 
Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend 67530.

Sister Mary Conrad Miller

Jackie LeRoy Miller Jr., 52, passed away February 19, 2020, at 
Salina Regional Health Center, Salina. He was born on October 16, 1967, 
to Jackie LeRoy &amp; Peggy Lee (Harrell) Miller, at Great Bend. He 
married Carmen G. McGee on October 17, 1998, at Halstead. She survives.

Jackie was a current Great Bend resident. He was a welder for 
Mountain West Oilfield Service in Vernal, Utah and most recently a 
shipping and receiving clerk at Tortilla King in Moundridge, until his 
retirement in 2014. He was a member of the Wichita Darting Association. 
He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, camping, shooting and anything 
outdoors. He was a hobby tattoo artist, liked eagles, and was an x box 
World of Tanks enthusiast.

Survivors include, his wife, Carmen Miller of the home; three sons, 
John Alvie Miller and wife Annie, and Brian James Miller, all of Vernal,
 Utah, and Kenton Grauerholz and wife Brittany of Great Bend; a 
daughter, Natasha Taylor and husband Chris of Vernal, Utah; mother in 
law, May McGee of Newton; two sisters, Tammy Krammer, and Nicola Hatch 
and husband Jayson, all of Burrton; 18 grandchildren; and 16 nieces and 
nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 26, 
2020, at Halstead Baptist Church in Halstead with Pastor Edward 
Blanchette, Jr. Memorials may be given to the Halstead Baptist Church, 
525 Harvey St., Halstead, KS, 67056.

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Salina Regional Health Center, Salina. He was born on October 16, 1967, 
to Jackie LeRoy &amp; Peggy Lee (Harrell) Miller, at Great Bend. He 
married Carmen G. McGee on October 17, 1998, at Halstead. She survives.Jackie was a current Great Bend resident. He was a welder for 
Mountain West Oilfield Service in Vernal, Utah and most recently a 
shipping and receiving clerk at Tortilla King in Moundridge, until his 
retirement in 2014. He was a member of the Wichita Darting Association. 
He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, camping, shooting and anything 
outdoors. He was a hobby tattoo artist, liked eagles, and was an x box 
World of Tanks enthusiast.Survivors include, his wife, Carmen Miller of the home; three sons, 
John Alvie Miller and wife Annie, and Brian James Miller, all of Vernal,
 Utah, and Kenton Grauerholz and wife Brittany of Great Bend; a 
daughter, Natasha Taylor and husband Chris of Vernal, Utah; mother in 
law, May McGee of Newton; two sisters, Tammy Krammer, and Nicola Hatch 
and husband Jayson, all of Burrton; 18 grandchildren; and 16 nieces and 
nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 26, 
2020, at Halstead Baptist Church in Halstead with Pastor Edward 
Blanchette, Jr. Memorials may be given to the Halstead Baptist Church, 
525 Harvey St., Halstead, KS, 67056.

Jackie LeRoy Miller Jr.

SMITH CENTER-   W.G. “Bill” Hawes, The Great White Hunter, age 88, 
passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the SunPorch of Smith 
Center, KS.  He was born October 9, 1931 in Wakefield, KS to Elmer and 
Evelyn (Gaston) Hawes.  He was a pharmacist.


Bill is survived by his wife Carolyn of Smith Center;   sons, Drew 
(Emily) of Kansas City and Kirk (Mary) of Atlanta, GA; sister Dea Adent;
 step-son Kelly Smith of Kensington, KS;   step daughter Crystal Roberts
 of Ashland, KS; sisters in law Connie Kelley and Linda Carnes   and 1 
granddaughter Dylan Solida.

Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/William-Bill--G--Hawes?obId=11419104#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the SunPorch of Smith 
Center, KS. He was born October 9, 1931 in Wakefield, KS to Elmer and 
Evelyn (Gaston) Hawes. He was a pharmacist.
Bill is survived by his wife Carolyn of Smith Center; sons, Drew 
(Emily) of Kansas City and Kirk (Mary) of Atlanta, GA; sister Dea Adent;
 step-son Kelly Smith of Kensington, KS; step daughter Crystal Roberts
 of Ashland, KS; sisters in law Connie Kelley and Linda Carnes and 1 
granddaughter Dylan Solida.Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/William-Bill--G--Hawes?obId=11419104#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

W.G. 'Bill' Hawes

Lifelong Goodland, KS, resident Robert Lynn Reed, 67, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO.

He was born on November 29, 1952 in Scott City, KS to Lavern Dale and Shirley Maxine (Rapier) Reed.&nbsp; He was one of 5 children.&nbsp; Robert attended school in Goodland.

Robert had three children; Brian, Shawn and Kerri.&nbsp; He worked for the Sugar Beet Factory, City of Goodland as a cemetery caretaker and then a parks groundskeeper for many years.&nbsp; He was also part of the Sherman County Sherriff’s Reserve.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, muscle cars, playing the lottery, drinking coffee at the Cowboy Corner, driving around town, and most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Surviving family includes his children Brian Pettit of Denver, Colorado, Shawn Reed of Manhattan, KS and Kerri (Jr.) Vasquez of Goodland, KS.&nbsp; He is also survived by his grandchildren Haley, Melinda and Nat Vasquez, Kiley, Austin and Brandon Pettit and Taylor Owings and his great granddaughter Dahlia Hunter; three brothers Barry (Dianna) Reed of Alliance, NE, David (Denise) Reed of Lee’s Summit, MO and Ronnie (Debbie) Reed of Goodland, KS, and one sister Teresa (Brian) Vance of Wray, CO. &nbsp;

Funeral services for Robert will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 1:30 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with Pastor Brent Flanders officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 24, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Memorials may be designated to the Robert Reed Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed 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 Goodland.

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 </figure>Lifelong Goodland, KS, resident Robert Lynn Reed, 67, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO.He was born on November 29, 1952 in Scott City, KS to Lavern Dale and Shirley Maxine (Rapier) Reed.&nbsp; He was one of 5 children.&nbsp; Robert attended school in Goodland.Robert had three children; Brian, Shawn and Kerri.&nbsp; He worked for the Sugar Beet Factory, City of Goodland as a cemetery caretaker and then a parks groundskeeper for many years.&nbsp; He was also part of the Sherman County Sherriff’s Reserve.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, muscle cars, playing the lottery, drinking coffee at the Cowboy Corner, driving around town, and most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.Preceding him in death were his parents.Surviving family includes his children Brian Pettit of Denver, Colorado, Shawn Reed of Manhattan, KS and Kerri (Jr.) Vasquez of Goodland, KS.&nbsp; He is also survived by his grandchildren Haley, Melinda and Nat Vasquez, Kiley, Austin and Brandon Pettit and Taylor Owings and his great granddaughter Dahlia Hunter; three brothers Barry (Dianna) Reed of Alliance, NE, David (Denise) Reed of Lee’s Summit, MO and Ronnie (Debbie) Reed of Goodland, KS, and one sister Teresa (Brian) Vance of Wray, CO. &nbsp;Funeral services for Robert will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 1:30 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with Pastor Brent Flanders officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Monday, February 24, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.Memorials may be designated to the Robert Reed Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed 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 Goodland.

Robert L. Reed

Carlos Enrique Gonzalez-Ovando, age 36, passed away on February 20, 2020, in Leoti, Kansas.  Carlos was born November 11, 1983, in Villa Corzo, Chiapas, Mexico, the son of Julio Cesar &amp; Maria Beatriz Ovando- Cruz Gonzalez- Lopez. 

He held a master’s degree in Agricultural Biology and was a breeder for Seaboard Industries in Leoti, Kansas.  He had been a resident of Leoti since November of 2019.

His wife-Yasmin Gonzalez - De La Cruz-   Leoti, Kansas

His parents and several brothers and sisters all of Mexico

Memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday evening at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas with Father Tim Hickey officiating.

Inurnment will be at a later time in Mexico.

Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas is in charge of arrangements.

Carlos Enrique Gonzalez-Ovando, age 36, passed away on February 20, 2020, in Leoti, Kansas. Carlos was born November 11, 1983, in Villa Corzo, Chiapas, Mexico, the son of Julio Cesar &amp; Maria Beatriz Ovando- Cruz Gonzalez- Lopez. Carlos was of the Catholic faith.He held a master’s degree in Agricultural Biology and was a breeder for Seaboard Industries in Leoti, Kansas. He had been a resident of Leoti since November of 2019.His surviving family includes- His wife-Yasmin Gonzalez - De La Cruz- Leoti, KansasFour children, all in MexicoHis parents and several brothers and sisters all of MexicoMemorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday evening at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas with Father Tim Hickey officiating.Inurnment will be at a later time in Mexico.Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas is in charge of arrangements.

Carlos Enrique Gonzalez-Ovando

Logan resident Roy Dean Brown passed away at his home on Sunday, February 16, 2020.&nbsp; He was 66.

He was born December 25, 1953 in Decatur, Tennessee, the son of Hubert
 and Dona Mae (Millsans) Brown.&nbsp; He was known as a handyman around the 
area.

He was united in marriage to Judith Kay Nolan on February 7, 1993, in Dresden, KS.&nbsp; She survives.

Cremation was planned and no services are scheduled.

Logan Funeral Home, P. O. Box 217, Logan, KS 67646 is in charge of arrangements.

Logan resident Roy Dean Brown passed away at his home on Sunday, February 16, 2020.&nbsp; He was 66.He was born December 25, 1953 in Decatur, Tennessee, the son of Hubert
 and Dona Mae (Millsans) Brown.&nbsp; He was known as a handyman around the 
area.He was united in marriage to Judith Kay Nolan on February 7, 1993, in Dresden, KS.&nbsp; She survives.He will also be messed by many friends.Cremation was planned and no services are scheduled.Logan Funeral Home, P. O. Box 217, Logan, KS 67646 is in charge of arrangements.

Roy Dean Brown

Doran “Corky” Woodrow Knapp, age 82, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Via Christi Village in Hays. He was born April 24, 1937, in Bird City Kansas to Charles and Mildred (Phipps) Knapp. On August 12, 1968, he married Glenda Ann Binder.

Corky worked as a Surgical Technician at St. Anthony Hospital and Hadley Medical Center.&nbsp; He enjoyed elk hunting, collecting die cast John Deere tractors, working in his yard, and his grand-children and grand-dogs.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife Glenda of Hays; two sons, Doug (Angela) Knapp of Wichita, and Steve (Dawn) Knapp of Hays; three brothers, Jim Knapp of WaKeeney, Ks, Tim (Janice) Knapp of Atwood, KS; and Tom Knapp of Olathe Ks; a sister Gay (Merle) Kruse of Sheridan Wy; three grand-children Trystan Knapp, Zoey Knapp and Cortin Knapp .

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karla Evel; a sister, Mary Stephens and two sisters-in-law, Patty Knapp and Renee Knapp.

Funeral services will be held later with arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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>Doran “Corky” Woodrow Knapp, age 82, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Via Christi Village in Hays. He was born April 24, 1937, in Bird City Kansas to Charles and Mildred (Phipps) Knapp. On August 12, 1968, he married Glenda Ann Binder.Corky worked as a Surgical Technician at St. Anthony Hospital and Hadley Medical Center.&nbsp; He enjoyed elk hunting, collecting die cast John Deere tractors, working in his yard, and his grand-children and grand-dogs.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Glenda of Hays; two sons, Doug (Angela) Knapp of Wichita, and Steve (Dawn) Knapp of Hays; three brothers, Jim Knapp of WaKeeney, Ks, Tim (Janice) Knapp of Atwood, KS; and Tom Knapp of Olathe Ks; a sister Gay (Merle) Kruse of Sheridan Wy; three grand-children Trystan Knapp, Zoey Knapp and Cortin Knapp .He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karla Evel; a sister, Mary Stephens and two sisters-in-law, Patty Knapp and Renee Knapp.Funeral services will be held later with arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. &nbsp;&nbsp;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>

Doran 'Corky' Woodrow Knapp

Jeffrey Keith Martin, age 65, of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away January 13, 2020 following a long battle with COPD.

  He
 was born November 8, 1954 in Franklin, Nebraska to Eldon and Beverly 
Martin. He resided in Smith Center, Kansas until graduating high school 
and joining the Navy in 1973. After serving in the military, Jeff moved 
to Grand Junction, Colorado in the 80’s and began his career in the 
plumbing industry, retiring from Ferguson Enterprise.

He was preceded in death by his son Adam Martin and mother Beverly Martin.

He was loved by his grandkids, Shawntel, Austin, Zayne, Maria, Emma, Ravyn, Savannah, Cash, Lou, and Logan.

Missed by his one true soulmate, his dog Meesha.

Jeff
 is survived by his wife Lydia Martin of Grand Junction, CO; two 
daughters, Amber (Danny) Morales of Arizona and Holly Martin of Grand 
Junction, CO; two sons, Brennen Kile, and Casey (Gail) Armendariz and 
adopted daughter Amber Burrows; his father, Eldon "Stub" Martin of Smith
 Center; two&nbsp;brothers, Rick (Tish) Martin of Derby, KS, Mitch Martin of 
Smith Center; a sister, Linda (Doug Guidry) Carswell of Smith Center and
 numerous nieces and nephews.

  A celebration of
 Jeff's life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2020 at All 
Faiths Funeral Chapel, Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Lance McDowell 
officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Grand Junction VA Medical Center
 to be used for recreational therapy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jeffrey Keith Martin, age 65, of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away January 13, 2020 following a long battle with COPD. He
 was born November 8, 1954 in Franklin, Nebraska to Eldon and Beverly 
Martin. He resided in Smith Center, Kansas until graduating high school 
and joining the Navy in 1973. After serving in the military, Jeff moved 
to Grand Junction, Colorado in the 80’s and began his career in the 
plumbing industry, retiring from Ferguson Enterprise.Jeff was an avid golfer and bowler.He was preceded in death by his son Adam Martin and mother Beverly Martin.He was loved by his grandkids, Shawntel, Austin, Zayne, Maria, Emma, Ravyn, Savannah, Cash, Lou, and Logan.Missed by his one true soulmate, his dog Meesha.Jeff
 is survived by his wife Lydia Martin of Grand Junction, CO; two 
daughters, Amber (Danny) Morales of Arizona and Holly Martin of Grand 
Junction, CO; two sons, Brennen Kile, and Casey (Gail) Armendariz and 
adopted daughter Amber Burrows; his father, Eldon "Stub" Martin of Smith
 Center; two&nbsp;brothers, Rick (Tish) Martin of Derby, KS, Mitch Martin of 
Smith Center; a sister, Linda (Doug Guidry) Carswell of Smith Center and
 numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of
 Jeff's life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2020 at All 
Faiths Funeral Chapel, Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Lance McDowell 
officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Grand Junction VA Medical Center
 to be used for recreational therapy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeffrey Keith Martin

Denise Lynn (Mattison) Clark, 46, of Ludell, KS, died Tuesday, February 
18, 2020. She was born June 12, 1973, in California, to Don Adams and 
Debra Adams. 


She is survived by her husband Patrick Clark; children, Justin (Shay) 
Bell, Kyle Bell (fiancée Rachel, Samantha Knoll, Alyssa Clark and 
Austin Clark; sister Brenda (Steve) Williams and two grandchildren. 


A Celebration of Life will be from 5-7:00 p.m. Saturday, February 22, 
2020 at the Lucky 11 in Ludell, KS. Memorials are suggested to the 
family and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, 
KS 67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Denise Lynn (Mattison) Clark, 46, of Ludell, KS, died Tuesday, February 
18, 2020. She was born June 12, 1973, in California, to Don Adams and 
Debra Adams. 
She is survived by her husband Patrick Clark; children, Justin (Shay) 
Bell, Kyle Bell (fiancée Rachel, Samantha Knoll, Alyssa Clark and 
Austin Clark; sister Brenda (Steve) Williams and two grandchildren. 
A Celebration of Life will be from 5-7:00 p.m. Saturday, February 22, 
2020 at the Lucky 11 in Ludell, KS. Memorials are suggested to the 
family and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, 
KS 67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Denise Lynn (Mattison) Clark

Christeen Rightnar passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at Midland Hospice in Topeka, KS.

An obituary and services are pending with Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.

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 </figure>Christeen Rightnar passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at Midland Hospice in Topeka, KS.An obituary and services are pending with Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.

Christeen Rightnar

Alfred Herredsberg, age 78, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS.

An obituary and arrangements are pending with Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.

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 </figure>Alfred Herredsberg, age 78, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS.An obituary and arrangements are pending with Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.

Alfred Herredsberg

Elaine E. Bryan was born February 8, 1924 in Herndon, Kansas, to John and
 Elizabeth (Goetl) Grafel. She passed away on February 18, 2020 in 
Topeka, KS at the age of 96.


Elaine grew up in Herndon and graduated from Herndon High School. 
After receiving her bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University, 
she taught a year in Hill City, Kansas. She taught at Herndon High 
School for over 25 years. 


She married Floyd B. Bryan on August 19, 1947 in Herndon, KS. They 
lived on a farm north of Traer for 40 years. They moved to Oberlin in 
1987. She then moved to Topeka in 2016. Elaine was a member of the 
United Methodist Church of Oberlin and the United Methodist Women. She 
loved reading, working at the public libraries, and participating in 
community service projects. 


Elaine was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd in 2005;
 brothers, Wayne and J. W. Grafel, and sister, LaVerna Sallans. She is 
survived by her son, Floyd L. (Dale Marie) Bryan of Farlington, KS; 
daughters, Corinne (David) Denton of Topeka, KS and Susan (Kevin) Renk 
of Plainville, KS; sister, Shirley Jones of Quinter, KS; grandchildren: 
Blayne Bryan, Bethany Bryan, Ben Bryan, Bayley Daues, Allison Jones, 
Matthew Renk, Selby Richardson, Dustin Denton, and Stephanie Tulley, and
 12 great grandchildren. 


Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, February 22, 2020 
at Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin. Burial will follow at the Oberlin 
Cemetery. Visitation will be 1:00-7:00 pm Friday, February 21, 2020 also
 at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 pm.
 Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church of 
Oberlin or the Oberlin Library. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com

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 </figure>Elaine E. Bryan was born February 8, 1924 in Herndon, Kansas, to John and
 Elizabeth (Goetl) Grafel. She passed away on February 18, 2020 in 
Topeka, KS at the age of 96.
Elaine grew up in Herndon and graduated from Herndon High School. 
After receiving her bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University, 
she taught a year in Hill City, Kansas. She taught at Herndon High 
School for over 25 years. 
She married Floyd B. Bryan on August 19, 1947 in Herndon, KS. They 
lived on a farm north of Traer for 40 years. They moved to Oberlin in 
1987. She then moved to Topeka in 2016. Elaine was a member of the 
United Methodist Church of Oberlin and the United Methodist Women. She 
loved reading, working at the public libraries, and participating in 
community service projects. 
Elaine was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd in 2005;
 brothers, Wayne and J. W. Grafel, and sister, LaVerna Sallans. She is 
survived by her son, Floyd L. (Dale Marie) Bryan of Farlington, KS; 
daughters, Corinne (David) Denton of Topeka, KS and Susan (Kevin) Renk 
of Plainville, KS; sister, Shirley Jones of Quinter, KS; grandchildren: 
Blayne Bryan, Bethany Bryan, Ben Bryan, Bayley Daues, Allison Jones, 
Matthew Renk, Selby Richardson, Dustin Denton, and Stephanie Tulley, and
 12 great grandchildren. 
Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, February 22, 2020 
at Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin. Burial will follow at the Oberlin 
Cemetery. Visitation will be 1:00-7:00 pm Friday, February 21, 2020 also
 at the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 pm.
 Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church of 
Oberlin or the Oberlin Library. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com

Elaine E. Bryan

Thomas Patrick Baalman, 78, of Grinnell, died Saturday, February 15, 
2020, at the Logan County Hospital. 

He was born December 27, 1941, in 
Hays, KS, to Francis and Sarah (Murphy) Baalman. Tom was a math and 
science teacher with a career spanning 27 years at Oakley High School, 
and 3 years at Quinter HS. He had a tremendous impact on nearly every 
student he taught. He also farmed with his brother Jim for approximately
 30 years. His biggest hobby was hunting including working with guns and
 reloading.   He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, machining
 on his lathe and milling machine, gardening, woodworking, being 
outdoors, collecting, and had a deep appreciation of history and 
antiques. 

 On June 13, 1970, Tom married Patricia Braun. Tom and Pat 
enjoyed a 49-year marriage, and had a close relationship in which where 
one went the other was there also. He was a member of the Mensa Group 
and a Golden Eagle member of the NRA. Tom also was a member of the 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Anyone who knew Tom would agree 
that everything he did was an adventure. He enjoyed every minute of his 
retirement, and did not like to remain stationary.


Tom was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bob and Jim and granddaughter Makena Grace.


He is survived by his wife Pat, of Grinnell; children, Dave (Dayla) 
Baalman, of Russell, and Melissa (Rob) Thompson, of Grinnell; 
grandchildren, Kaden, Rylan, Mequela, Emma, Olivia and Caleb and 
siblings, Dan Baalman, Jack Baalman and Rose Koggie. 


Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Immaculate 
Conception Parish Center, Grinnell, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral 
Mass is 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 21, 2020 at the Immaculate 
Conception Catholic Church, Grinnell, with burial to follow in the 
church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the church or St. Jude’s and
 can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67701.
 For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 </figure>Thomas Patrick Baalman, 78, of Grinnell, died Saturday, February 15, 
2020, at the Logan County Hospital. He was born December 27, 1941, in 
Hays, KS, to Francis and Sarah (Murphy) Baalman. Tom was a math and 
science teacher with a career spanning 27 years at Oakley High School, 
and 3 years at Quinter HS. He had a tremendous impact on nearly every 
student he taught. He also farmed with his brother Jim for approximately
 30 years. His biggest hobby was hunting including working with guns and
 reloading. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, machining
 on his lathe and milling machine, gardening, woodworking, being 
outdoors, collecting, and had a deep appreciation of history and 
antiques. On June 13, 1970, Tom married Patricia Braun. Tom and Pat 
enjoyed a 49-year marriage, and had a close relationship in which where 
one went the other was there also. He was a member of the Mensa Group 
and a Golden Eagle member of the NRA. Tom also was a member of the 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Anyone who knew Tom would agree 
that everything he did was an adventure. He enjoyed every minute of his 
retirement, and did not like to remain stationary.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bob and Jim and granddaughter Makena Grace.
He is survived by his wife Pat, of Grinnell; children, Dave (Dayla) 
Baalman, of Russell, and Melissa (Rob) Thompson, of Grinnell; 
grandchildren, Kaden, Rylan, Mequela, Emma, Olivia and Caleb and 
siblings, Dan Baalman, Jack Baalman and Rose Koggie. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Immaculate 
Conception Parish Center, Grinnell, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral 
Mass is 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 21, 2020 at the Immaculate 
Conception Catholic Church, Grinnell, with burial to follow in the 
church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the church or St. Jude’s and
 can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67701.
 For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Thomas Patrick Baalman

Kenneth “Whitey' Joseph Struckhoff, 81, of Grinnell, died Tuesday, 
February 18, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center. 

He was born October 
8, 1938, in Grinnell, KS, to Aloys and Regina (Ballmann) Struckhoff. 
Whitey was a 1956 graduate of Grinnell High School. Following high 
school, he proudly served his country in the United States Army 
stationed in Germany from 1958-1960.  Upon returning home, Whitey worked
 for Struckhoff &amp; Sons well drilling business. He later was 
self-employed and was a rancher and farmer until he retired. On July 16,
 1963, he married Janet Kruse in Angelus, KS. From this union, came six 
children and fifteen grandchildren who he loved and adored. “Papa” loved
 to tease and had a special nickname for each of his grandchildren. When
 he wasn’t tinkering in the garage inventing something new, he took 
great joy in spending time with his kids and grandkids doing what he 
loved most-- golfing, fishing, hunting, camping and boating, cheering on
 the Chiefs, and sitting on the patio grilling a good steak. Whitey also
 had a great love for his church and community. He was a member of the 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Grinnell and a third degree 
member of the Knights of Columbus.  Whitey was committed to promoting 
the spirit of community.  He was a founder of the annual Grinnell After 
Harvest Festival and the Cow Paddy Golf Course. He loved to be involved 
and had a special way of inspiring others to do the same.  


Whitey was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter Katherine 
Lang, and siblings: Raymond Struckhoff, Fred Struckhoff, Charles 
Struckhoff, Sr. Kenneth Struckhoff, Bernice Hansen and Fritz Ostmeyer. 


He is survived by his wife Janet and children: Monique O’Grady, Melissa 
(John) Kuhlman, Kim (David) Lampe, Karla (Roger) Bixenman, Stacey (John)
 Lang, and Tony (Nicole) Struckhoff; sister Rita Hitt; grandchildren: 
Shawn O’Grady, Jenna O’Grady, Ryan O’Grady, Gabrielle (Kinsly) Kroetsch,
 Eli Kuhlman, Rachael (Hunter) Hewitt, Joseph Lampe, Ben Lampe, Nicholas
 (Whitney) Lampe, Shane Bixenman, Derek Bixenman, Eleanor Lang, Lucas 
Lang, Aleah Struckhoff, and numerous nieces and nephews. 


Visitation will be on Sunday, February 23, 2020, at the Immaculate 
Conception Parish Center, Grinnell from 5:00-7:00 pm.  A vigil will 
follow at 7:00 pm. The funeral Mass is at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February
 24, 2020, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Grinnell. Final
 resting place will be in the Immaculate Conception Church cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to the Cow Paddy Golf Course or the Grinnell/ 
Angelus Area Heritage Center and can be sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 </figure>Kenneth “Whitey' Joseph Struckhoff, 81, of Grinnell, died Tuesday, 
February 18, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center. He was born October 
8, 1938, in Grinnell, KS, to Aloys and Regina (Ballmann) Struckhoff. 
Whitey was a 1956 graduate of Grinnell High School. Following high 
school, he proudly served his country in the United States Army 
stationed in Germany from 1958-1960. Upon returning home, Whitey worked
 for Struckhoff &amp; Sons well drilling business. He later was 
self-employed and was a rancher and farmer until he retired. On July 16,
 1963, he married Janet Kruse in Angelus, KS. From this union, came six 
children and fifteen grandchildren who he loved and adored. “Papa” loved
 to tease and had a special nickname for each of his grandchildren. When
 he wasn’t tinkering in the garage inventing something new, he took 
great joy in spending time with his kids and grandkids doing what he 
loved most-- golfing, fishing, hunting, camping and boating, cheering on
 the Chiefs, and sitting on the patio grilling a good steak. Whitey also
 had a great love for his church and community. He was a member of the 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Grinnell and a third degree 
member of the Knights of Columbus. Whitey was committed to promoting 
the spirit of community. He was a founder of the annual Grinnell After 
Harvest Festival and the Cow Paddy Golf Course. He loved to be involved 
and had a special way of inspiring others to do the same. 
Whitey was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter Katherine 
Lang, and siblings: Raymond Struckhoff, Fred Struckhoff, Charles 
Struckhoff, Sr. Kenneth Struckhoff, Bernice Hansen and Fritz Ostmeyer. 
He is survived by his wife Janet and children: Monique O’Grady, Melissa 
(John) Kuhlman, Kim (David) Lampe, Karla (Roger) Bixenman, Stacey (John)
 Lang, and Tony (Nicole) Struckhoff; sister Rita Hitt; grandchildren: 
Shawn O’Grady, Jenna O’Grady, Ryan O’Grady, Gabrielle (Kinsly) Kroetsch,
 Eli Kuhlman, Rachael (Hunter) Hewitt, Joseph Lampe, Ben Lampe, Nicholas
 (Whitney) Lampe, Shane Bixenman, Derek Bixenman, Eleanor Lang, Lucas 
Lang, Aleah Struckhoff, and numerous nieces and nephews. 
Visitation will be on Sunday, February 23, 2020, at the Immaculate 
Conception Parish Center, Grinnell from 5:00-7:00 pm. A vigil will 
follow at 7:00 pm. The funeral Mass is at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February
 24, 2020, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Grinnell. Final
 resting place will be in the Immaculate Conception Church cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to the Cow Paddy Golf Course or the Grinnell/ 
Angelus Area Heritage Center and can be sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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