Elsie Irene (Friebus) Sebesta passed away January 10, 2020 at Wilson 
Care &amp; Rehab at the age of 92.  Elsie was born on June 14, 1927 to 
John and Lydia (Wallert) Friebus in Dorrance, Kansas.  She attended 
Dorrance schools and graduated from Dorrance High School in 1945. 


Elsie married Ernest Sebesta on June 27, 1945 in Wilson, Kansas.  
She was a farm housewife and a member of the Holyrood Chapter #420 OES.


Survivors include daughters, Linda (Michael) Yehly of Grovetown, GA 
and Donna Schierkolk of Penokee, KS; son, Duane (Shelly) Sebesta of 
Wilson, KS; granddaughters, Alisa Reeves, Dana Stoughton, and Jenna 
Ellis; grandson, Todd Yehle; step-grandson, Willie Schierkolk; 
great-granddaughters, Josie Stoughton and Adley Ellis, and a 
great-grandchild due in May; sister, Violet Stull of Salina, KS; and 
brother, Leo Friebus of Russell, KS.


Elsie was preceded in death by her parents, John and Lydia; sisters,
 Eva Mae Schmidt, Emma Smith, and Ella Rumley; and brothers, Ernest 
Friebus and Melvin Friebus.


A private family service with the spreading of the ashes will be 
held at a later date on the first section of land she and Ernest owned, 
also where Ernest’s ashes were spread. Memorials are suggested to 
Shriners Children’s Hospital or Shriners Burn Center and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490. 
Condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com

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 </figure>Elsie Irene (Friebus) Sebesta passed away January 10, 2020 at Wilson 
Care &amp; Rehab at the age of 92. Elsie was born on June 14, 1927 to 
John and Lydia (Wallert) Friebus in Dorrance, Kansas. She attended 
Dorrance schools and graduated from Dorrance High School in 1945. 
Elsie married Ernest Sebesta on June 27, 1945 in Wilson, Kansas. 
She was a farm housewife and a member of the Holyrood Chapter #420 OES.
Survivors include daughters, Linda (Michael) Yehly of Grovetown, GA 
and Donna Schierkolk of Penokee, KS; son, Duane (Shelly) Sebesta of 
Wilson, KS; granddaughters, Alisa Reeves, Dana Stoughton, and Jenna 
Ellis; grandson, Todd Yehle; step-grandson, Willie Schierkolk; 
great-granddaughters, Josie Stoughton and Adley Ellis, and a 
great-grandchild due in May; sister, Violet Stull of Salina, KS; and 
brother, Leo Friebus of Russell, KS.
Elsie was preceded in death by her parents, John and Lydia; sisters,
 Eva Mae Schmidt, Emma Smith, and Ella Rumley; and brothers, Ernest 
Friebus and Melvin Friebus.
A private family service with the spreading of the ashes will be 
held at a later date on the first section of land she and Ernest owned, 
also where Ernest’s ashes were spread. Memorials are suggested to 
Shriners Children’s Hospital or Shriners Burn Center and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490. 
Condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com

Elsie Irene (Friebus) Sebesta

Lanet Rose Farmer, 74, passed away January 10, 2020 at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home, Little River, KS.

She was born August 27, 1945 in Gove, KS, the daughter of Clarence 
and Mabel Frances Batman Thomas.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she was a 
retired pharmacy technician at the Larned State Hospital.

She was a member of the Larned Assembly of God.&nbsp; She was a very 
devoted Christian throughout her life and was also known as the “pie 
lady” at the Harvest Inn.

Survivors include: two sons, Joe Farmer, Larned, KS, Mike (Audrey) 
Farmer, Little River, KS and four grandchildren, Kyler (Hannah, 
Zachary, Carson and Zaden Farmer.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Sharon; brother, Myron Thomas and a sister, Myrna Flora Miller.

Cremation has taken place and a gathering will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2020 at The Place, west 8th Street, Larned, Kansas; with Pastor Ryan Webster presiding.

Memorials may be given to Larned Assembly of God or Sandstone Heights
 Nursing Home, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, 
KS 67550.

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 </figure>Lanet Rose Farmer, 74, passed away January 10, 2020 at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home, Little River, KS.She was born August 27, 1945 in Gove, KS, the daughter of Clarence 
and Mabel Frances Batman Thomas.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she was a 
retired pharmacy technician at the Larned State Hospital.She was a member of the Larned Assembly of God.&nbsp; She was a very 
devoted Christian throughout her life and was also known as the “pie 
lady” at the Harvest Inn.Survivors include: two sons, Joe Farmer, Larned, KS, Mike (Audrey) 
Farmer, Little River, KS and four grandchildren, Kyler (Hannah, 
Zachary, Carson and Zaden Farmer.She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Sharon; brother, Myron Thomas and a sister, Myrna Flora Miller.Cremation has taken place and a gathering will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2020 at The Place, west 8th Street, Larned, Kansas; with Pastor Ryan Webster presiding.Memorials may be given to Larned Assembly of God or Sandstone Heights
 Nursing Home, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, 
KS 67550.

Lanet Rose Farmer

Anni Frieda (Schneider) Kernal flew away to the heavens on December 
29, 2019.&nbsp; Anni was born on September 12, 1932 in the Hessen State, Bad 
Hersfeld, Germany to her Mother Elise Schneider and Father Heinrich 
Schneider.&nbsp; She grew in Germany and moved to the United States in 1963 
after marrying her then spouse Harley Kernal.&nbsp;&nbsp;

While in Germany, she excelled in her academics and obtained a German
 diploma in the Sciences.&nbsp; Germany was her forever home in her heart.&nbsp; 
She often told tales about her joyous life that was spent in her native 
land.&nbsp; Anni was immensely proud of her German heritage and had an 
unwavering adoration for all-things German, including the music and the 
food.&nbsp; She also loved to travel and spent her youth traversing across 
Europe.&nbsp; She loved to read books, laugh, converse, spend quality time 
with her family, watch baseball and feed the squirrels that frequented 
her lawn in her free time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anni possessed an immense amount of strength that carried her 
throughout her entire life from beginning to end.&nbsp; She worked very hard 
and was so fiercely determined to achieve her goals.&nbsp; Anni was a giver 
with a big pure heart.&nbsp; She dedicated her life to being of service to 
others.&nbsp; She radiated humility, positivity, love and joy everywhere she 
went. Anni’s love was boundless.&nbsp; She loved those close to her 
unconditionally and had a strong devotion to her family.&nbsp; Anni embodied 
grace and elegance and was beautiful inside and out.&nbsp; She is so very 
loved and will be forever missed by many. She will live forever deeply 
in our hearts and memories.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anni Frieda (Schneider) Kernal was preceded in death by her mother 
Elise Schneider, her father Heinrich Schneider of Bad Hersfeld, Germany;
 sisters: Hannelore Zilch, Lina Hild, Gutrud Beck, and brother: Wilhelm 
Schneider of Bad Hersfeld, Germany; children: Elke Kernal, Patricia 
Zimmerman, Sonja Kernal, and Ronald Kernal of Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She is survived by her brother Gunter Schneider of Bad Hersfeld, 
Germany; children: Donald Kernal of Goodland, Kansas, Juergen Kernal and
 spouse Jody Kernal of Goodland, Kansas, Harley Kernal and spouse Quinn 
Kernal of Lakewood, California, Patrick Kernal of Colby, Kansas and 
Cindy Kernal of Moline, Illinois; grandchildren: Sasha Zimmerman and 
Krista Zimmerman, RN, BSN, of San Diego, California, Jonah Zimmerman of 
Phoenix, Arizona, Elke Kernal and Easton Kernal of Goodland, Kansas, 
Hannah Kernal and Sarah Kernal of Lakewood, California, Louis Gomez and 
Jonathan Gomez of Moline, Illinois; great grandchildren: Berlin Hughes 
of San Diego, California, Thomas Zimmerman of Phoenix, Arizona , Alexa 
Gomez and Aaliyah Gomez of Moline, Illinois.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/notices/Anni-Kernal">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Anni Frieda (Schneider) Kernal flew away to the heavens on December 
29, 2019.&nbsp; Anni was born on September 12, 1932 in the Hessen State, Bad 
Hersfeld, Germany to her Mother Elise Schneider and Father Heinrich 
Schneider.&nbsp; She grew in Germany and moved to the United States in 1963 
after marrying her then spouse Harley Kernal.&nbsp;&nbsp;While in Germany, she excelled in her academics and obtained a German
 diploma in the Sciences.&nbsp; Germany was her forever home in her heart.&nbsp; 
She often told tales about her joyous life that was spent in her native 
land.&nbsp; Anni was immensely proud of her German heritage and had an 
unwavering adoration for all-things German, including the music and the 
food.&nbsp; She also loved to travel and spent her youth traversing across 
Europe.&nbsp; She loved to read books, laugh, converse, spend quality time 
with her family, watch baseball and feed the squirrels that frequented 
her lawn in her free time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Anni possessed an immense amount of strength that carried her 
throughout her entire life from beginning to end.&nbsp; She worked very hard 
and was so fiercely determined to achieve her goals.&nbsp; Anni was a giver 
with a big pure heart.&nbsp; She dedicated her life to being of service to 
others.&nbsp; She radiated humility, positivity, love and joy everywhere she 
went. Anni’s love was boundless.&nbsp; She loved those close to her 
unconditionally and had a strong devotion to her family.&nbsp; Anni embodied 
grace and elegance and was beautiful inside and out.&nbsp; She is so very 
loved and will be forever missed by many. She will live forever deeply 
in our hearts and memories.&nbsp;&nbsp;Anni Frieda (Schneider) Kernal was preceded in death by her mother 
Elise Schneider, her father Heinrich Schneider of Bad Hersfeld, Germany;
 sisters: Hannelore Zilch, Lina Hild, Gutrud Beck, and brother: Wilhelm 
Schneider of Bad Hersfeld, Germany; children: Elke Kernal, Patricia 
Zimmerman, Sonja Kernal, and Ronald Kernal of Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is survived by her brother Gunter Schneider of Bad Hersfeld, 
Germany; children: Donald Kernal of Goodland, Kansas, Juergen Kernal and
 spouse Jody Kernal of Goodland, Kansas, Harley Kernal and spouse Quinn 
Kernal of Lakewood, California, Patrick Kernal of Colby, Kansas and 
Cindy Kernal of Moline, Illinois; grandchildren: Sasha Zimmerman and 
Krista Zimmerman, RN, BSN, of San Diego, California, Jonah Zimmerman of 
Phoenix, Arizona, Elke Kernal and Easton Kernal of Goodland, Kansas, 
Hannah Kernal and Sarah Kernal of Lakewood, California, Louis Gomez and 
Jonathan Gomez of Moline, Illinois; great grandchildren: Berlin Hughes 
of San Diego, California, Thomas Zimmerman of Phoenix, Arizona , Alexa 
Gomez and Aaliyah Gomez of Moline, Illinois.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/notices/Anni-Kernal">HERE</a> for service details.

Anni Frieda (Schneider) Kernal

Betty Jane (Boeka) Walker passed away on January 11, 2020, in Quinter, 
Kansas, at the Gove County Medical Long Term Care Unit at the age of 90.
 Betty was born in Colby, Kansas November 20, 1929 to Adolph and Lucy 
(Wullenwaber) Boeka.  Betty attended school in Colby, Kansas and after 
graduation attended Secretarial School in Omaha, Nebraska.  She married 
Henry “Lee” Walker on December 31, 1950.  They had two sons, Dennis and 
Dan.


Betty worked as a parts woman and secretary for Reliance Motor, 
Oberlin, Kansas and Walker Testing Company, Hoxie Kansas.  She was a 
member of Royal Neighbors and an avid sports fan!


Betty is survived by sons, Dan Walker of Phillipsburg, Kansas and 
Dennis Walker and wife Jo of Clayton, Kansas; grandchildren, Danielle 
Walker of Wichita, Kansas and Thad Walker and wife Val of Derby, Kansas;
 and two great-granddaughters, Madison Walker and Meadow Walker  both of
 Derby, Kansas.


She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Walker; parents Adolph
 and Lucy Boeka; sister, Edith Kersenbrock; and brothers, George Boeka, 
Albert Boeka, and Art Boeka.


A Graveside Service will be held at a later date.  There will be no 
visitation.   The family suggests memorials to the Sheridan County 
Library and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 
987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740.  Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

Betty Jane (Boeka) Walker passed away on January 11, 2020, in Quinter, 
Kansas, at the Gove County Medical Long Term Care Unit at the age of 90.
 Betty was born in Colby, Kansas November 20, 1929 to Adolph and Lucy 
(Wullenwaber) Boeka. Betty attended school in Colby, Kansas and after 
graduation attended Secretarial School in Omaha, Nebraska. She married 
Henry “Lee” Walker on December 31, 1950. They had two sons, Dennis and 
Dan.
Betty worked as a parts woman and secretary for Reliance Motor, 
Oberlin, Kansas and Walker Testing Company, Hoxie Kansas. She was a 
member of Royal Neighbors and an avid sports fan!
Betty is survived by sons, Dan Walker of Phillipsburg, Kansas and 
Dennis Walker and wife Jo of Clayton, Kansas; grandchildren, Danielle 
Walker of Wichita, Kansas and Thad Walker and wife Val of Derby, Kansas;
 and two great-granddaughters, Madison Walker and Meadow Walker both of
 Derby, Kansas.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Walker; parents Adolph
 and Lucy Boeka; sister, Edith Kersenbrock; and brothers, George Boeka, 
Albert Boeka, and Art Boeka.
A Graveside Service will be held at a later date. There will be no 
visitation. The family suggests memorials to the Sheridan County 
Library and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 
987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

Betty Jane (Boeka) Walker

Loren E. Heiser, 89, Rush Center, Kansas, died Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kansas.



Mr. Heiser was born November 9, 1930, in rural Rush Center, Kansas, the 
son of Alex and Neoma (Mohr) Heiser.  He was a lifelong resident of Rush
 County, Kansas.  A graduate of Enterprise Academy, Enterprise, Kansas, 
he was a farmer.



He was an active member of the Kansas Sheep Association, and the Kansas Association of Wheat Growers.



On February 23, 1958, he married Viola Voegele in rural Leola, South Dakota.



Survivors include:  his wife, Viola Heiser, Rush Center, Kansas; two 
sons, Ron Heiser (Alecia, Drayton, North Dakota, and Rick Heiser, 
Stanwood, Washington; one daughter, Janet O’Rear, Roeland Park, Kansas; 
three granddaughters, Tasha, Trista, and Hannah; and one great 
granddaughter, Hadley.



He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Wilbur Heiser.



Church visitation will be Thursday, January 16, 2020, from 9:00 A.M. to 
9:50 A.M. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with 
the family receiving friends from 9:00 A.M. to 9:50 A.M.  



Funeral service will be Thursday, January 16, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. at the
 Seventh Day Adventist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Mitch 
Elrod officiating.  Interment will be in Nekoma Union Township Cemetery,
 Nekoma, Kansas.



Memorials are suggested to the Rush County 4-H Progam.



Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.charterfunerals.com/locations/janousek-lacrosse.php.



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


Loren E. Heiser, 89, Rush Center, Kansas, died Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kansas.

Mr. Heiser was born November 9, 1930, in rural Rush Center, Kansas, the 
son of Alex and Neoma (Mohr) Heiser. He was a lifelong resident of Rush
 County, Kansas. A graduate of Enterprise Academy, Enterprise, Kansas, 
he was a farmer.

He was an active member of the Kansas Sheep Association, and the Kansas Association of Wheat Growers.

On February 23, 1958, he married Viola Voegele in rural Leola, South Dakota.

Survivors include: his wife, Viola Heiser, Rush Center, Kansas; two 
sons, Ron Heiser (Alecia, Drayton, North Dakota, and Rick Heiser, 
Stanwood, Washington; one daughter, Janet O’Rear, Roeland Park, Kansas; 
three granddaughters, Tasha, Trista, and Hannah; and one great 
granddaughter, Hadley.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Wilbur Heiser.

Church visitation will be Thursday, January 16, 2020, from 9:00 A.M. to 
9:50 A.M. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with 
the family receiving friends from 9:00 A.M. to 9:50 A.M. 

Funeral service will be Thursday, January 16, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. at the
 Seventh Day Adventist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Mitch 
Elrod officiating. Interment will be in Nekoma Union Township Cemetery,
 Nekoma, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to the Rush County 4-H Progam.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.charterfunerals.com/locations/janousek-lacrosse.php.

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

Loren E. Heiser

Walter “Junior” Earl Darnell Jr., 78, of Goodland passed away 
Monday, January 6, 2020 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;

Junior was born January 20, 1941 to Walter Earl, Sr. and Lyda Mae 
(McClaskey) Darnell in Las Animas, Colorado.&nbsp; Junior grew up and 
attended school in Las Animas.&nbsp; He moved to Goodland in 2011.&nbsp;

Junior worked as a truck driver for many years.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing music and spending time with his family and friends.&nbsp;

Preceding him in death are his grandparents and parents; sisters, 
Thelma Darnell, Ruby Carpenter, Hazel Wilson and Zella Mae “Betty” 
Potter.&nbsp; &nbsp;

He is survived by his long-time companion, Elizabeth Riley of 
Goodland,KS;&nbsp;daughter, Carrie McPhail of Salina, KS; grandsons, Dustin 
(Angela) McPhail and Seth McPhail; great-grandson, Elliot McPhail; 
brothers, Ed of Lakin, KS, Jim (Donna) of Syracuse, KS, Robert (Ruth) of
 Las Animas, CO, Fred (Roxana) of Las Animas, CO; many nieces, nephews 
and friends.&nbsp;

Memorial service will be Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 2 p.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street in Goodland.&nbsp;

Memorials will be designated later and may be left at the service or 
mailed to Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, KS&nbsp; 67735.&nbsp; 
Online condolences and information&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com

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 </figure>Walter “Junior” Earl Darnell Jr., 78, of Goodland passed away 
Monday, January 6, 2020 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;Junior was born January 20, 1941 to Walter Earl, Sr. and Lyda Mae 
(McClaskey) Darnell in Las Animas, Colorado.&nbsp; Junior grew up and 
attended school in Las Animas.&nbsp; He moved to Goodland in 2011.&nbsp;Junior worked as a truck driver for many years.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing music and spending time with his family and friends.&nbsp;Preceding him in death are his grandparents and parents; sisters, 
Thelma Darnell, Ruby Carpenter, Hazel Wilson and Zella Mae “Betty” 
Potter.&nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his long-time companion, Elizabeth Riley of 
Goodland,KS;&nbsp;daughter, Carrie McPhail of Salina, KS; grandsons, Dustin 
(Angela) McPhail and Seth McPhail; great-grandson, Elliot McPhail; 
brothers, Ed of Lakin, KS, Jim (Donna) of Syracuse, KS, Robert (Ruth) of
 Las Animas, CO, Fred (Roxana) of Las Animas, CO; many nieces, nephews 
and friends.&nbsp;Memorial service will be Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 2 p.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street in Goodland.&nbsp;Memorials will be designated later and may be left at the service or 
mailed to Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, KS&nbsp; 67735.&nbsp; 
Online condolences and information&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com

Walter 'Junior' Earl Darnell Jr.

Edward A. Schmeidler, age 89, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away Friday, January 10, 2020 at Via Christi Village, 
Hays. He was born June 25, 1930 in Severin, Kansas to August and Anna 
(Miller) Schmeidler. He graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy.

Eddie was a lifelong farmer and rancher. He was a US Army Veteran and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hays.

He is survived by a brother, Norman 
Schmeidler; a sister, Rita Schmeidler; numerous nieces, nephews, great 
nieces and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents; brothers Pancratius, Jerome and Leo Schmeidler and sisters, 
Severina Lang, Margaret Bittel, Frances Schmeidler and Alice Honas.

Funeral services will be 10 AM Tuesday,
 January 14, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will 
follow in the St. Severin Cemetery with military honors courtesy of the 
Hays VFW Honor Guard.

Visitation will be Monday 5 PM – 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM. Tuesday 
visitation will be 9 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel
 and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Severin Cemetery Fund or for the wishes of the family (C/O Norman Schmeidler)

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

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 </figure>Edward A. Schmeidler, age 89, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away Friday, January 10, 2020 at Via Christi Village, 
Hays. He was born June 25, 1930 in Severin, Kansas to August and Anna 
(Miller) Schmeidler. He graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy.Eddie was a lifelong farmer and rancher. He was a US Army Veteran and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hays.He is survived by a brother, Norman 
Schmeidler; a sister, Rita Schmeidler; numerous nieces, nephews, great 
nieces and great nephews.He was preceded in death by his 
parents; brothers Pancratius, Jerome and Leo Schmeidler and sisters, 
Severina Lang, Margaret Bittel, Frances Schmeidler and Alice Honas.Funeral services will be 10 AM Tuesday,
 January 14, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will 
follow in the St. Severin Cemetery with military honors courtesy of the 
Hays VFW Honor Guard.Visitation will be Monday 5 PM – 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM. Tuesday 
visitation will be 9 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel
 and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Severin Cemetery Fund or for the wishes of the family (C/O Norman Schmeidler)Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Edward A. Schmeidler

John W. “JW” Jaco Jr., 62, passed away on January 8, 2020, at his 
home in Great Bend. He was born on January 26, 1957, at Wichita, to John
 W. Jaco, Sr. &amp; Dorothy Ruth (Miller) Jaco.

Coming from Wichita in 1961, JW was a Great Bend resident. He was the
 owner and operator of John Jaco, Inc. He was a member of the Barton 
County Sheriff's Office Reserves since 1985, currently serving as 
Special Deputy Sheriff and served on the board for Barton County 
Crimestoppers. In the 1990's he was on the Barton county SWAT team. He 
enjoyed team roping, his llamas and horses, bird hunting and was one 
tough cowboy. He was an avid weight lifter and gun enthusiast.

Survivors include, an uncle, Gene Jaco and wife Phyllis of 
Plainville; three cousins, Michael Jaco of Springfield, CO, Jana Kuhn 
and husband Raymond of Overland Park and Jill Brin and husband Mark of 
Godley, TX; companion, Rene Tiede; and daughter of the heart, Shanna 
Tiede-Long.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
Service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, January 17, 2020, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Reverend Josh Leu and Pastor Don Paden. Inurnment 
will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are 
suggested to the Barton County Sheriff's Reserves Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>John W. “JW” Jaco Jr., 62, passed away on January 8, 2020, at his 
home in Great Bend. He was born on January 26, 1957, at Wichita, to John
 W. Jaco, Sr. &amp; Dorothy Ruth (Miller) Jaco.Coming from Wichita in 1961, JW was a Great Bend resident. He was the
 owner and operator of John Jaco, Inc. He was a member of the Barton 
County Sheriff's Office Reserves since 1985, currently serving as 
Special Deputy Sheriff and served on the board for Barton County 
Crimestoppers. In the 1990's he was on the Barton county SWAT team. He 
enjoyed team roping, his llamas and horses, bird hunting and was one 
tough cowboy. He was an avid weight lifter and gun enthusiast.Survivors include, an uncle, Gene Jaco and wife Phyllis of 
Plainville; three cousins, Michael Jaco of Springfield, CO, Jana Kuhn 
and husband Raymond of Overland Park and Jill Brin and husband Mark of 
Godley, TX; companion, Rene Tiede; and daughter of the heart, Shanna 
Tiede-Long.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
Service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, January 17, 2020, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Reverend Josh Leu and Pastor Don Paden. Inurnment 
will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are 
suggested to the Barton County Sheriff's Reserves Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

John W. 'JW' Jaco Jr.

Edwin Anthony Berning, age 89, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2020, at Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. 

 Edwin was born August 19, 1930, on the Berning family homestead near Marienthal, Kansas, the son of Joseph &amp; Veronica (Heili) Berning.   Edwin was a lifetime Wichita County, Kansas resident, serving in the agriculture industry as a grain elevator operator/manager.  Edwin served his country in the United States Navy Air Force from 1952 through 1956.

Edwin was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas as well as the Knights of Columbus in Marienthal, Kansas.

On January 19, 1957, he married Kathryn Rose Biel in Marienthal, Kansas.

Ed’s surviving family includes His Wife - Kathy Berning of Leoti, Kansas, Eight Children - Vicki &amp; Cayle Hahn of Pueblo, Colorado, Dan &amp; Mary  Berning of Lincoln, Nebraska, Sam &amp; Tina Berning of Arvada, Colorado, Nanette &amp; Alan Maxwell of Ottawa, Kansas, Mick &amp; Stacia Berning of Wichita, Kansas, Ted &amp; Shelley Berning of Colwich, Kansas, Matt Berning of Moore, Oklahoma, Jerry &amp; Jennifer Berning of Hutchinson, Kansas, Twenty-four Grandchildren and fourteen Great Grandchildren.

His parents, a granddaughter Sheila, a great grandson - Kolton, three brothers Bart, John, Joe and one sister Evie precede him in death.

Vigil services will be held at 7:00 pm Monday, January 14, 2020, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday, January 16, 2020, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas with Father Tim Hickey officiating.

Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Marienthal, Kansas.

Friends may call from 1:00 – 8:00 pm Sunday and from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm Monday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to Wichita County Health Center or St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church Building Fund in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Edwin Anthony Berning, age 89, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2020, at Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. Edwin was born August 19, 1930, on the Berning family homestead near Marienthal, Kansas, the son of Joseph &amp; Veronica (Heili) Berning. Edwin was a lifetime Wichita County, Kansas resident, serving in the agriculture industry as a grain elevator operator/manager. Edwin served his country in the United States Navy Air Force from 1952 through 1956.Edwin was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas as well as the Knights of Columbus in Marienthal, Kansas.On January 19, 1957, he married Kathryn Rose Biel in Marienthal, Kansas.Ed’s surviving family includes His Wife - Kathy Berning of Leoti, Kansas, Eight Children - Vicki &amp; Cayle Hahn of Pueblo, Colorado, Dan &amp; Mary Berning of Lincoln, Nebraska, Sam &amp; Tina Berning of Arvada, Colorado, Nanette &amp; Alan Maxwell of Ottawa, Kansas, Mick &amp; Stacia Berning of Wichita, Kansas, Ted &amp; Shelley Berning of Colwich, Kansas, Matt Berning of Moore, Oklahoma, Jerry &amp; Jennifer Berning of Hutchinson, Kansas, Twenty-four Grandchildren and fourteen Great Grandchildren.His parents, a granddaughter Sheila, a great grandson - Kolton, three brothers Bart, John, Joe and one sister Evie precede him in death.Vigil services will be held at 7:00 pm Monday, January 14, 2020, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas.Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday, January 16, 2020, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas with Father Tim Hickey officiating.Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Marienthal, Kansas.Friends may call from 1:00 – 8:00 pm Sunday and from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm Monday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.Memorials may be given to Wichita County Health Center or St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church Building Fund in care of the funeral home.

Edwin Anthony Berning

Ida Faye Moon-Anthony, age 96, of Bunker Hill, Kansas died Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at her home in Bunker Hill, Kansas.

She was born February 19, 1923 in Amos, Arkansas to Lloyd Edward and Hattie Ann (Lyons) Hamilton. &nbsp; She married Luke Anthony on January 14, 1984 at Medford Oregon.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on October 15, 2004.

Ida grew up in Madison and Emporia, Kansas and attended High School in Madison, Kansas.&nbsp; She lived in California, Washington, Arizona, and moved to Bunker Hill, Kansas in 2007 to live with her granddaughter, Windy Lasker and her husband Bruce Werygo.&nbsp;

Survivors include one son, Wayne Dejarnett, Medford, Oregon; one daughter, Nancy Elliott and husband, Dean, Eugene, Oregon; 16 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and 13 great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Phill Finch; one daughter, Barbara Ann Stewart; two brothers, Lloyd Hamilton and Wilber Hamilton; three sisters, Viola Schartz, Beverly Hutchings and Barbara Starret.

A private family memorial service and inurnment will be in Oregon ant a later date.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E.22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

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 </figure>Ida Faye Moon-Anthony, age 96, of Bunker Hill, Kansas died Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at her home in Bunker Hill, Kansas.She was born February 19, 1923 in Amos, Arkansas to Lloyd Edward and Hattie Ann (Lyons) Hamilton. &nbsp; She married Luke Anthony on January 14, 1984 at Medford Oregon.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on October 15, 2004.Ida grew up in Madison and Emporia, Kansas and attended High School in Madison, Kansas.&nbsp; She lived in California, Washington, Arizona, and moved to Bunker Hill, Kansas in 2007 to live with her granddaughter, Windy Lasker and her husband Bruce Werygo.&nbsp;Survivors include one son, Wayne Dejarnett, Medford, Oregon; one daughter, Nancy Elliott and husband, Dean, Eugene, Oregon; 16 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and 13 great great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Phill Finch; one daughter, Barbara Ann Stewart; two brothers, Lloyd Hamilton and Wilber Hamilton; three sisters, Viola Schartz, Beverly Hutchings and Barbara Starret.A private family memorial service and inurnment will be in Oregon ant a later date.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E.22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

Ida Faye Moon-Anthony

Donald Warren Murphy Jr (Donnie,
 age 69, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020, at Russell Regional 
Hospital, Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born to Donald Murphy (Don) and 
Isetta Tittel Murphy on July 25, 1950, at Russell Regional Hospital, 
Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a member of the 1968 graduating class of 
Russell High School, Russell, Kansas.

Donnie was proud and 
honored to have served his country in the Army stationed in Vietnam 
early March 1970, through early October 1971.&nbsp; 

After returning from 
Vietnam he worked at his parents’ business Don’s Excavating.&nbsp; On April 
22, 1977, he married Sue McKown at Cupid’s Wedding Chapel, LasVegas, 
NV.&nbsp; The ceremony was a double ceremony with Sue’s grandmother Jane 
Andrews and Carl Cantwell.&nbsp; This was something Donnie and Sue were very 
proud of and loved sharing all of the stories associated with it.&nbsp; With 
this marriage Donnie became stepfather to daughter Megan McKown.&nbsp; Later 
Donnie worked for the City of Russell retiring November 1, 2012, with 25
 years of service.&nbsp;&nbsp; 

Donnie enjoyed spending 
time at his farm.&nbsp; There was always a huge garden that was more than 
several families could use.&nbsp; So there was a free zucchini sign in the 
yard in town.&nbsp; And believe it not the boxes were always emptied.&nbsp; When 
his health worsened his friends and family made sure that the garden was
 planted.&nbsp; He also enjoyed his role as Papa to granddaughter Casey and 
most recently the addition of great granddaughter Sadie Grace.&nbsp; 

He was a life member of 
the DAV, 11th Armored Cavalry’s Veterans of Vietnam and Cambodia, 
Vietnam Veterans of America, and the VFW post #6240, Russell, KS.&nbsp; He 
also was a member of the American Legion post #0099, Russell, KS. He was
 also a tribal member of the Iowa Tribe of Kansas &amp; Nebraska.

Donnie was proceeded in 
death by his parents.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife Sue of the home, 
Russell, KS, his sister Tenna Rae Bangert (Dennis) Derby, KS, his 
stepdaughter Megan Tolle (Stacy, Sedgwick, KS, granddaughter Casey 
Blevins, Sedgwick, KS, and great granddaughter Sadie Grace Blevins, 
Sedgwick, KS.&nbsp; 

A memorial service
 to celebrate Donnie's life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, 
January 15, 2020, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; A Ft. Riley and Russell V.F.W. military honor guard ceremony 
will follow at the Russell County Veterans Memorial.&nbsp; The family will 
greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the 
Russell County Veterans Memorial and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Donald Warren Murphy Jr (Donnie,
 age 69, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020, at Russell Regional 
Hospital, Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born to Donald Murphy (Don) and 
Isetta Tittel Murphy on July 25, 1950, at Russell Regional Hospital, 
Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a member of the 1968 graduating class of 
Russell High School, Russell, Kansas.Donnie was proud and 
honored to have served his country in the Army stationed in Vietnam 
early March 1970, through early October 1971.&nbsp; After returning from 
Vietnam he worked at his parents’ business Don’s Excavating.&nbsp; On April 
22, 1977, he married Sue McKown at Cupid’s Wedding Chapel, LasVegas, 
NV.&nbsp; The ceremony was a double ceremony with Sue’s grandmother Jane 
Andrews and Carl Cantwell.&nbsp; This was something Donnie and Sue were very 
proud of and loved sharing all of the stories associated with it.&nbsp; With 
this marriage Donnie became stepfather to daughter Megan McKown.&nbsp; Later 
Donnie worked for the City of Russell retiring November 1, 2012, with 25
 years of service.&nbsp;&nbsp; Donnie enjoyed spending 
time at his farm.&nbsp; There was always a huge garden that was more than 
several families could use.&nbsp; So there was a free zucchini sign in the 
yard in town.&nbsp; And believe it not the boxes were always emptied.&nbsp; When 
his health worsened his friends and family made sure that the garden was
 planted.&nbsp; He also enjoyed his role as Papa to granddaughter Casey and 
most recently the addition of great granddaughter Sadie Grace.&nbsp; He was a life member of 
the DAV, 11th Armored Cavalry’s Veterans of Vietnam and Cambodia, 
Vietnam Veterans of America, and the VFW post #6240, Russell, KS.&nbsp; He 
also was a member of the American Legion post #0099, Russell, KS. He was
 also a tribal member of the Iowa Tribe of Kansas &amp; Nebraska.Donnie was proceeded in 
death by his parents.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife Sue of the home, 
Russell, KS, his sister Tenna Rae Bangert (Dennis) Derby, KS, his 
stepdaughter Megan Tolle (Stacy, Sedgwick, KS, granddaughter Casey 
Blevins, Sedgwick, KS, and great granddaughter Sadie Grace Blevins, 
Sedgwick, KS.&nbsp; A memorial service
 to celebrate Donnie's life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, 
January 15, 2020, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; A Ft. Riley and Russell V.F.W. military honor guard ceremony 
will follow at the Russell County Veterans Memorial.&nbsp; The family will 
greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the 
Russell County Veterans Memorial and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

Donald Warren Murphy Jr.

Elsie Lorraine Wolters, 88, of Oberlin, passed away on Tuesday, January 
7, 2020, in Wichita, KS. 

She was born March 27, 1931, in Selden, KS, to 
Everett and Ruby Mae (Anderson) Roberts. After graduating high school, 
she went on to get her nursing certificate. On February 14, 1955, Elsie 
married Gus Wolters, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, in Oberlin. They 
made their home in Atwood the first 27 years of their marriage and were 
blessed with three children; Timothy, Teresa and Rebekah. In 1982, Gus 
and Elsie moved to their home in Oberlin. 

Elsie was a homemaker and 
enjoyed doing crafts, painting, pottery, flowers and spending time with 
the family dog. She especially loved spending time with her family. 
Elsie was a active member of the Kansas authors Club, Project HOPE 
Foundation, Lutheran Church and president of local Diabetes Under 
Control organization. Elsie also received multiple Editor’s Choice 
Awards for her poems from the International Library of Poetry.


Elsie was preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Lorraine Wolters, in 1976; her parents and husband Gus Wolters.


She is survived by her children, Tim (Barbara) Wolters, Ludell, KS and 
Rebekah (Fernando) Peña, Wichita, KS; six grandchildren, Lacy Wolters 
(Sergio Ramirez, April (Jordan) Dunker, Ashley (Tracy) Taylor, Levi 
Wolters,  Ian Peña and Ella Peña; seven great grandchildren, Kendall and
 Kamryn Taylor, Reece, Grayson and Josselyn Dunker and Maria and Isabela
 Ramirez; brother, Jack (Donna) Roberts, Longmont, CO; and numerous 
nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.


Graveside Service is 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Fairview 
Cemetery, Atwood. Memorials are suggested to Faith Lutheran Church, 
Oberlin, KS and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, 
Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com 

Elsie Lorraine Wolters, 88, of Oberlin, passed away on Tuesday, January 
7, 2020, in Wichita, KS. She was born March 27, 1931, in Selden, KS, to 
Everett and Ruby Mae (Anderson) Roberts. After graduating high school, 
she went on to get her nursing certificate. On February 14, 1955, Elsie 
married Gus Wolters, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, in Oberlin. They 
made their home in Atwood the first 27 years of their marriage and were 
blessed with three children; Timothy, Teresa and Rebekah. In 1982, Gus 
and Elsie moved to their home in Oberlin. Elsie was a homemaker and 
enjoyed doing crafts, painting, pottery, flowers and spending time with 
the family dog. She especially loved spending time with her family. 
Elsie was a active member of the Kansas authors Club, Project HOPE 
Foundation, Lutheran Church and president of local Diabetes Under 
Control organization. Elsie also received multiple Editor’s Choice 
Awards for her poems from the International Library of Poetry.
Elsie was preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Lorraine Wolters, in 1976; her parents and husband Gus Wolters.
She is survived by her children, Tim (Barbara) Wolters, Ludell, KS and 
Rebekah (Fernando) Peña, Wichita, KS; six grandchildren, Lacy Wolters 
(Sergio Ramirez, April (Jordan) Dunker, Ashley (Tracy) Taylor, Levi 
Wolters, Ian Peña and Ella Peña; seven great grandchildren, Kendall and
 Kamryn Taylor, Reece, Grayson and Josselyn Dunker and Maria and Isabela
 Ramirez; brother, Jack (Donna) Roberts, Longmont, CO; and numerous 
nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Graveside Service is 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Fairview 
Cemetery, Atwood. Memorials are suggested to Faith Lutheran Church, 
Oberlin, KS and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, 
Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com

Elsie Lorraine Wolters

Olga Lucille Moore, 105, passed away on January 9, 2020 at the Cedar 
Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas. She was born at home on 
October 28, 1914 in Rush Center, Kansas the daughter of Thomas and Lucy 
(Reed) Crotinger.

Lucille married Harvey E. Moore on July 22, 1934, in LaCrosse, 
Kansas. They lived on a farm south of Bazine where she was a homemaker. 
They enjoyed camping, fishing, and travelling. In 1976, they retired 
from the farm and moved to Ness City and enjoyed square dancing with the
 Wheatland Swinger’s Square Dance Club. Harvey died on March 13, 2010. 
Lucille was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and Lutheran Women’s 
Missionary League in Bazine.

Survivors include: her son, Rodney and his wife, Patty of Prineville,
 OR; 2 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 6
 step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, 
husband, brothers, sisters, and a step-grandson.

Funeral service will be on Monday, January 13, 2020, 10:30 A.M., at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City. Burial will be at the Bazine 
Cemetery. Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. to
 9:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 12.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Ness City Leisure Years 
Center in care of Fitzgerald Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Ness City, 
Kansas 67560.

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 </figure>Olga Lucille Moore, 105, passed away on January 9, 2020 at the Cedar 
Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas. She was born at home on 
October 28, 1914 in Rush Center, Kansas the daughter of Thomas and Lucy 
(Reed) Crotinger.Lucille married Harvey E. Moore on July 22, 1934, in LaCrosse, 
Kansas. They lived on a farm south of Bazine where she was a homemaker. 
They enjoyed camping, fishing, and travelling. In 1976, they retired 
from the farm and moved to Ness City and enjoyed square dancing with the
 Wheatland Swinger’s Square Dance Club. Harvey died on March 13, 2010. 
Lucille was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and Lutheran Women’s 
Missionary League in Bazine.Survivors include: her son, Rodney and his wife, Patty of Prineville,
 OR; 2 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 6
 step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, 
husband, brothers, sisters, and a step-grandson.Funeral service will be on Monday, January 13, 2020, 10:30 A.M., at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City. Burial will be at the Bazine 
Cemetery. Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. to
 9:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 12.Memorial contributions may be given to the Ness City Leisure Years 
Center in care of Fitzgerald Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Ness City, 
Kansas 67560.

Olga Lucille Moore

Thelma L. (Foote) Wineinger, age 98, died on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at the Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, Kansas.  She was born on July 18, 1921 in rural Greeley County, Kansas, the daughter of Paul and Augusta Foote.

On September 14, 1941 he married A. Duane Wineinger.  He preceded her in death on December 21, 1987.

Thelma retired from the Greeley County School District after 41 years of being a school bus driver and cook.

 Two Children   Wyatt and wife Laura Wineinger of Holcomb, Kansas

     Pam Barnum and husband Dale of Ozawkie, Kansas

 One Brother   Kenneth Foote of Alto, New Mexico

 Seven Grandchildren, Two Step Grandchildren, Nine great grandchildren, two step great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son Kirk, and one sister Polly Seba.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Garden City from 1:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M (CST) with the family present from 4-5.

Funeral services will be held at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Tribune  at 9 A.M. (MST) on Monday, January 13, 2020 with Jerri Farmer Smith presiding.

Interment will be at the Greeley County Cemetery following the funeral service.

Memorials are suggested to the Greeley County Cemetery Association in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.

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 </figure>Thelma L. (Foote) Wineinger, age 98, died on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at the Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, Kansas. She was born on July 18, 1921 in rural Greeley County, Kansas, the daughter of Paul and Augusta Foote.On September 14, 1941 he married A. Duane Wineinger. He preceded her in death on December 21, 1987.Thelma retired from the Greeley County School District after 41 years of being a school bus driver and cook.Survivors include: Two Children Wyatt and wife Laura Wineinger of Holcomb, Kansas Pam Barnum and husband Dale of Ozawkie, Kansas One Brother Kenneth Foote of Alto, New Mexico Seven Grandchildren, Two Step Grandchildren, Nine great grandchildren, two step great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son Kirk, and one sister Polly Seba.Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Garden City from 1:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M (CST) with the family present from 4-5.Funeral services will be held at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Tribune at 9 A.M. (MST) on Monday, January 13, 2020 with Jerri Farmer Smith presiding.Interment will be at the Greeley County Cemetery following the funeral service.Memorials are suggested to the Greeley County Cemetery Association in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.

Thelma L. (Foote) Wineinger

Steven Howard Gieser, 60, of Russell, Kansas, died on Thursday, December 12, 2019, at his home in Russell.

Steven was born on April
 10, 1959, in Minot, North Dakota, the son of Ralph Phillip and Bonnie 
Rae (Spokley) Gieser.&nbsp; He grew up in Denver, Colorado, attended Arvada 
High School in Arvada, Colorado, graduating in the class of 1979.&nbsp; After
 high school he received his Associates Degree from Red Rock Community 
College.&nbsp; He worked as a material handler with Goodwill.&nbsp; He was a 
member of a Star Trek group called the Grand Alliance that celebrated 
everything Star Trek that was involved with the television and movie 
franchise.&nbsp; He also enjoyed many other sci-fi books, television shows 
and movies.

Surviving family include
 his sisters Annette Rupp and husband Kevin of Russell, Kansas, Jayne 
Green of Colorado and brother William Gieser of Nebraska.&nbsp; He was 
preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service to 
celebrate Steven's life will be held at 11 A.M. on Friday, January 17, 
2020, at the&nbsp; at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp;
 The family will greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; Cremation has 
been selected by the family and there will be no committal service.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Steven Howard Gieser, 60, of Russell, Kansas, died on Thursday, December 12, 2019, at his home in Russell.Steven was born on April
 10, 1959, in Minot, North Dakota, the son of Ralph Phillip and Bonnie 
Rae (Spokley) Gieser.&nbsp; He grew up in Denver, Colorado, attended Arvada 
High School in Arvada, Colorado, graduating in the class of 1979.&nbsp; After
 high school he received his Associates Degree from Red Rock Community 
College.&nbsp; He worked as a material handler with Goodwill.&nbsp; He was a 
member of a Star Trek group called the Grand Alliance that celebrated 
everything Star Trek that was involved with the television and movie 
franchise.&nbsp; He also enjoyed many other sci-fi books, television shows 
and movies.Surviving family include
 his sisters Annette Rupp and husband Kevin of Russell, Kansas, Jayne 
Green of Colorado and brother William Gieser of Nebraska.&nbsp; He was 
preceded in death by his parents.A memorial service to 
celebrate Steven's life will be held at 11 A.M. on Friday, January 17, 
2020, at the&nbsp; at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp;
 The family will greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; Cremation has 
been selected by the family and there will be no committal service.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

Steven Howard Gieser

Lifelong Wallace County resident Charles Lee Chaney, 89, passed away 
on Monday, January 6, 2020 at his home in Sharon Springs, KS surrounded 
by family.

Charles was born on January 27, 1930 at home north of Weskan, KS to 
Virgil Marvin and Fern Dean (Swartz) Chaney.&nbsp; He was the oldest of six 
children.&nbsp; He attended school in Weskan, and graduated from Weskan High 
School in 1948.&nbsp;

On July 20, 1950, Charles married Margaret Virginia Basgall in Sharon
 Springs.&nbsp; To this union, six children, Darletta, Kathleen, Rodene, 
Dane, Teresa and Denise were born.

They moved several times during the first few years of marriage 
before making Sharon Springs their permanent home in 1957, where they 
continued to live and raise 6 children.&nbsp; He worked at the Sharon Springs
 Power Plant at night and was a janitor at the Wallace County Courthouse
 during the day.&nbsp;&nbsp; In 1972, Charles and his wife Margaret bought the 
hardware store and named it C &amp; M Hardware until they sold it in 
1980.&nbsp; He worked from his home until he retired in 2014.&nbsp;

&nbsp;He was an avid card player especially pinochle and pitch, which he 
loved doing with his family and friends. &nbsp;&nbsp;He played pitch in the Kansas
 Pitch Association for many years.&nbsp; You could always find him teaching 
his grandchildren how to play. &nbsp;He also enjoyed various trips with his 
kids and grandkids, which he treasured for years.&nbsp; Even after 
retirement, whenever a neighbor or friend needed any plumbing advice or 
equipment Charles loved being able to lend a hand.

Charles had memberships in the Masonic Lodge of Sharon Springs, the 
Knights of Columbus and was a member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church 
in Sharon Springs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Margaret, his son 
Dane Chaney, a grandson Marc Graham, two sisters Wilma Arnberger and 
Norma Arnberger and one brother Leonard Chaney.

He is survived by his five children; Darletta (Dennis) Collins of 
Sharon Springs, KS, Kathy (Gary) Robinson of Humboldt, KS, Rodene (Gary)
 Doty of Stafford, KS, Teresa (Roger) Havel of Pueblo, CO, and Denise 
(Wayne) Weyerman of Idalia, CO.&nbsp; His is also survived by one brother 
Elmer (Glenna) Chaney of Sharon Springs, KS, one sister Wanda (Harry) 
Keister of St. Francis, KS, 15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and
 4 great great grandchildren.

Charles will be forever missed by his family and friends, and all whose lives he touched.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/notices/Charles-Chaney">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Lifelong Wallace County resident Charles Lee Chaney, 89, passed away 
on Monday, January 6, 2020 at his home in Sharon Springs, KS surrounded 
by family.Charles was born on January 27, 1930 at home north of Weskan, KS to 
Virgil Marvin and Fern Dean (Swartz) Chaney.&nbsp; He was the oldest of six 
children.&nbsp; He attended school in Weskan, and graduated from Weskan High 
School in 1948.&nbsp;On July 20, 1950, Charles married Margaret Virginia Basgall in Sharon
 Springs.&nbsp; To this union, six children, Darletta, Kathleen, Rodene, 
Dane, Teresa and Denise were born.They moved several times during the first few years of marriage 
before making Sharon Springs their permanent home in 1957, where they 
continued to live and raise 6 children.&nbsp; He worked at the Sharon Springs
 Power Plant at night and was a janitor at the Wallace County Courthouse
 during the day.&nbsp;&nbsp; In 1972, Charles and his wife Margaret bought the 
hardware store and named it C &amp; M Hardware until they sold it in 
1980.&nbsp; He worked from his home until he retired in 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was an avid card player especially pinochle and pitch, which he 
loved doing with his family and friends. &nbsp;&nbsp;He played pitch in the Kansas
 Pitch Association for many years.&nbsp; You could always find him teaching 
his grandchildren how to play. &nbsp;He also enjoyed various trips with his 
kids and grandkids, which he treasured for years.&nbsp; Even after 
retirement, whenever a neighbor or friend needed any plumbing advice or 
equipment Charles loved being able to lend a hand.Charles had memberships in the Masonic Lodge of Sharon Springs, the 
Knights of Columbus and was a member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church 
in Sharon Springs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Margaret, his son 
Dane Chaney, a grandson Marc Graham, two sisters Wilma Arnberger and 
Norma Arnberger and one brother Leonard Chaney.He is survived by his five children; Darletta (Dennis) Collins of 
Sharon Springs, KS, Kathy (Gary) Robinson of Humboldt, KS, Rodene (Gary)
 Doty of Stafford, KS, Teresa (Roger) Havel of Pueblo, CO, and Denise 
(Wayne) Weyerman of Idalia, CO.&nbsp; His is also survived by one brother 
Elmer (Glenna) Chaney of Sharon Springs, KS, one sister Wanda (Harry) 
Keister of St. Francis, KS, 15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and
 4 great great grandchildren.Charles will be forever missed by his family and friends, and all whose lives he touched.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/notices/Charles-Chaney">HERE</a> for service details.

Charles Lee Chaney

On January 4, 2020 at 12:43 am our mother, Clara Russ, lost her husband 
and best friend of 64 years. Charles Richard Russ was born August 3, 
1930 in Lenora, KS and went to his permanent heavenly home surrounded by
 his wife and children. 


Richard grew up in Oberlin and graduated from Decatur Community High
 School in 1949. He then went on to receive an associate degree in 
psychology from Colby Community College. Richard married Clara Belle 
Vernon on August 3, 1955 at the United Church in Oberlin. He worked in 
construction doing roofing and plumbing work. Richard was an active 
member of the United Church of Oberlin, Gideons, American Legion and the
 National Rifle Association. He also at one time served as a City 
Councilman. His favorite hobbies were gardening, farming, hunting, 
fishing and watching the Kansas City Chiefs. 


Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce James and 
Dorothy Mae (Eggers) Russ; sisters: Betty Carlson and Carolyn Norman and
 brothers: Donald LeRoy (infant) and James Bruce Russ.


He leaves behind his wife, Clara of the home and children: Della 
(Jack) Province, Edward (Vivian) Russ, Julie Russ, Starla (Ralf) 
Meister, Cherie (Darin) Dingus, Charles (Linda) Russ, and Ruth (Jeffrey 
II) Longhenry; sisters: Helen Kisinger, Kathleen Wright, Christine 
Gosha, and brother, Leo Russ; 21 grandchildren and 24 great 
grandchildren. 


A memorial service will be held June 4, 2020 at 11:00 am the United 
Church of Oberlin. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Oberlin
 Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services, Inc. 
Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

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 </figure>On January 4, 2020 at 12:43 am our mother, Clara Russ, lost her husband 
and best friend of 64 years. Charles Richard Russ was born August 3, 
1930 in Lenora, KS and went to his permanent heavenly home surrounded by
 his wife and children. 
Richard grew up in Oberlin and graduated from Decatur Community High
 School in 1949. He then went on to receive an associate degree in 
psychology from Colby Community College. Richard married Clara Belle 
Vernon on August 3, 1955 at the United Church in Oberlin. He worked in 
construction doing roofing and plumbing work. Richard was an active 
member of the United Church of Oberlin, Gideons, American Legion and the
 National Rifle Association. He also at one time served as a City 
Councilman. His favorite hobbies were gardening, farming, hunting, 
fishing and watching the Kansas City Chiefs. 
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce James and 
Dorothy Mae (Eggers) Russ; sisters: Betty Carlson and Carolyn Norman and
 brothers: Donald LeRoy (infant) and James Bruce Russ.
He leaves behind his wife, Clara of the home and children: Della 
(Jack) Province, Edward (Vivian) Russ, Julie Russ, Starla (Ralf) 
Meister, Cherie (Darin) Dingus, Charles (Linda) Russ, and Ruth (Jeffrey 
II) Longhenry; sisters: Helen Kisinger, Kathleen Wright, Christine 
Gosha, and brother, Leo Russ; 21 grandchildren and 24 great 
grandchildren. 
A memorial service will be held June 4, 2020 at 11:00 am the United 
Church of Oberlin. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Oberlin
 Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services, Inc. 
Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

Charles Richard Russ

Eileen F. Regier was born to Glenn and Irene (Keazer) Hoover on July 
11, 1925 in Marion, Kansas. Eileen was raised in Marion, KS and 
graduated from Marion High School in 1942 at the age of 16. After 
graduation Eileen worked at the Marion County Extension Office several 
years during World War II saving money for college. She attended the 
University of Kansas for one year cementing her lifelong loyalty to the 
Jayhawks. 

Eileen married Vernon Regier, the love of her life, in Marion 
on December 5, 1948. They made their initial home in Marion where they 
welcomed their first child, Cheryl. Later they moved to Concordia, KS 
where Jim was born. They also spent several years in Hays before making 
their permanent residence Clay Center, 57 years ago. Eileen was active 
in NEA Women’s Study Club and belonged to several bridge clubs and other
 social organizations. 

A mighty woman of God that led by example, Eileen
 was a member of the United Methodist church for 57 years. A faithful 
and gracious daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, 
Eileen will be missed by her family and friends. Her husband, Vernon, 
preceded her in death on January 21, 1998. She was also preceded in 
death by her parents, brothers, Bob and Larry Hoover and sister in law, 
FernEtta Hoover.

Survivors:Daughter: Cheryl (Mick) Payne of Clay Center, KS

Grandchildren: Christi (Mike) Rice of Clay Center, Kyleigh Payne 
(Jonathan Moore) of Washington, DC, Elizabeth Regier of Topeka, KS, 
Kelsey (Blake) Fields of Cassville, MO and Matthew (Jessica) Regier of 
Topeka, KS.

Funeral Services: Friday, January 10, 2020 at 10:30 AM at the United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: Thursday, January 9, from 5-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials: Clay Center United Methodist Church c/o the funeral homeOnline condolences may be made at www.nsrfh.com

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 </figure>Eileen F. Regier was born to Glenn and Irene (Keazer) Hoover on July 
11, 1925 in Marion, Kansas. Eileen was raised in Marion, KS and 
graduated from Marion High School in 1942 at the age of 16. After 
graduation Eileen worked at the Marion County Extension Office several 
years during World War II saving money for college. She attended the 
University of Kansas for one year cementing her lifelong loyalty to the 
Jayhawks. Eileen married Vernon Regier, the love of her life, in Marion 
on December 5, 1948. They made their initial home in Marion where they 
welcomed their first child, Cheryl. Later they moved to Concordia, KS 
where Jim was born. They also spent several years in Hays before making 
their permanent residence Clay Center, 57 years ago. Eileen was active 
in NEA Women’s Study Club and belonged to several bridge clubs and other
 social organizations. A mighty woman of God that led by example, Eileen
 was a member of the United Methodist church for 57 years. A faithful 
and gracious daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, 
Eileen will be missed by her family and friends. Her husband, Vernon, 
preceded her in death on January 21, 1998. She was also preceded in 
death by her parents, brothers, Bob and Larry Hoover and sister in law, 
FernEtta Hoover.Survivors:Daughter: Cheryl (Mick) Payne of Clay Center, KSSon: Jim (Rowena) Regier of Topeka, KSGrandchildren: Christi (Mike) Rice of Clay Center, Kyleigh Payne 
(Jonathan Moore) of Washington, DC, Elizabeth Regier of Topeka, KS, 
Kelsey (Blake) Fields of Cassville, MO and Matthew (Jessica) Regier of 
Topeka, KS.8 Great-grandchildrenSister in law, Pat Hoover, Euless, TXFuneral Services: Friday, January 10, 2020 at 10:30 AM at the United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KSMinister: Rev. Andrea BeyerBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: Thursday, January 9, from 5-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials: Clay Center United Methodist Church c/o the funeral homeOnline condolences may be made at www.nsrfh.com

Eileen F. Regier

Nellie M. LaRue, 78, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in Albuquerque, NM.

Arrangements are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel, Smith Center.

Nellie M. LaRue, 78, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in Albuquerque, NM.Arrangements are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel, Smith Center.

Nellie M. LaRue

Allen Kent Weimaster, 71, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Allen was born October 
21, 1948 in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was the son of Floyd and Berniece 
(DeWald) Weimaster.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell 
High School.&nbsp; He then attended Ft. Hays State University and Kansas 
State University.

Allen served his country
 in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.&nbsp; He was stationed in 
Okanowa, Japan.&nbsp; After his tour of duty, he returned to the Russell area
 for a short time before moving to Denver, Colorado.

Allen was united in 
marriage to Sue Ann Thompson on April 24, 1984 in Coldwater, Kansas.&nbsp; 
They made their home in Russell.&nbsp; Sue preceded him in death on July 2, 
2018.

Allen worked for the 
Russell AGCO Coop in Russell many years.&nbsp; He was a agronomy and 
manager.&nbsp; He also worked in the main office and at the scales.&nbsp; While 
living in Denver he worked at a RV Trailer Supply Company in the supply 
house and later was a parts driver.&nbsp; He was a member of the Trinity 
United Methodist Church of Russell.&nbsp; He also was a member of the Russell
 V.F.W. Post #6240, Russell American Legion Post #99, and Russell Elks 
Lodge.&nbsp;&nbsp; In his spare time he enjoyed hunting and fishing, wood working 
and cheering on his Denver Bronco and Kansas City Chiefs.&nbsp; He loved 
spending time with his nieces and nephews and he put the “Funkle” in fun
 uncle.

Allen’s surviving family
 include his brother, Dale Weimaster and wife Joan of Russell, Kansas; 
numerous nieces and nephews and his loving dog, Sadie of the home.&nbsp; He 
was preceded in death by his parents, wife Sue and half sister Tana 
Skaggs.

A Memorial Service will 
be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Trinity United 
Methodist Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will follow at a
 later date. The family will be present to greet friends from 10:00 AM 
to Service on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established 
with Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 Flag Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences
 may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of 
these arrangements.

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 </figure>Allen Kent Weimaster, 71, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Allen was born October 
21, 1948 in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was the son of Floyd and Berniece 
(DeWald) Weimaster.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell 
High School.&nbsp; He then attended Ft. Hays State University and Kansas 
State University.Allen served his country
 in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.&nbsp; He was stationed in 
Okanowa, Japan.&nbsp; After his tour of duty, he returned to the Russell area
 for a short time before moving to Denver, Colorado.Allen was united in 
marriage to Sue Ann Thompson on April 24, 1984 in Coldwater, Kansas.&nbsp; 
They made their home in Russell.&nbsp; Sue preceded him in death on July 2, 
2018.Allen worked for the 
Russell AGCO Coop in Russell many years.&nbsp; He was a agronomy and 
manager.&nbsp; He also worked in the main office and at the scales.&nbsp; While 
living in Denver he worked at a RV Trailer Supply Company in the supply 
house and later was a parts driver.&nbsp; He was a member of the Trinity 
United Methodist Church of Russell.&nbsp; He also was a member of the Russell
 V.F.W. Post #6240, Russell American Legion Post #99, and Russell Elks 
Lodge.&nbsp;&nbsp; In his spare time he enjoyed hunting and fishing, wood working 
and cheering on his Denver Bronco and Kansas City Chiefs.&nbsp; He loved 
spending time with his nieces and nephews and he put the “Funkle” in fun
 uncle.Allen’s surviving family
 include his brother, Dale Weimaster and wife Joan of Russell, Kansas; 
numerous nieces and nephews and his loving dog, Sadie of the home.&nbsp; He 
was preceded in death by his parents, wife Sue and half sister Tana 
Skaggs.A Memorial Service will 
be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Trinity United 
Methodist Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will follow at a
 later date. The family will be present to greet friends from 10:00 AM 
to Service on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established 
with Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 Flag Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences
 may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of 
these arrangements.

Allen Kent Weimaster

Phillipsburg resident Sylvia M. Schulte passed away Jan. 5, 2020 at
 the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 96.

Survivors include her daughters, Lee Lower of Phillipsburg and 
Roberta Adkins of Lee’s Summit, MO; her son Richard of Sterling, CO; 5 
grandchildren &amp; 9 great grandchildren.

A visitation will be held Thurs. Jan 9 at 10:00 a.m. in the Our Lady 
of Presentation Catholic Church in Lee’s Summit, MO followed by a Mass 
of Christian Burial at 11:00. A private family inurnment will be in the 
Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Kansas Library Talking Books Program or to Hospice Services.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Sylvia M. Schulte passed away Jan. 5, 2020 at
 the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 96.Survivors include her daughters, Lee Lower of Phillipsburg and 
Roberta Adkins of Lee’s Summit, MO; her son Richard of Sterling, CO; 5 
grandchildren &amp; 9 great grandchildren.A visitation will be held Thurs. Jan 9 at 10:00 a.m. in the Our Lady 
of Presentation Catholic Church in Lee’s Summit, MO followed by a Mass 
of Christian Burial at 11:00. A private family inurnment will be in the 
Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Kansas Library Talking Books Program or to Hospice Services.

Sylvia M. Schulte

Mary Rosalie Hunt, 88, passed away January 7, 2020, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington. She was born on October 20, 1931, at Claflin to 
James and Fannie (Newkirk) Hunt. She married Homer Philpott and he later
 passed away.

A Kansas City resident since 1969, Mary moved to Hoisington in 
November 2019 to be closer to family due to health reasons. She was the 
lay minister for Immanuel Lutheran Church in Kansas City and attended 
Crosswinds of Kansas Church in Hoisington. She previously worked as a 
claims representative for the Kansas City Social Security Office and was
 the ex-director of Shepherds Center in Kansas City. Mary was a 
volunteer at Bessie's House and a member of the Quilting Club.

Survivors include, a son, Mitchell "Lee" Grandclair of Hoisington; a 
stepdaughter, Mary Beth Bazine of Kansas City; six grandchildren, 
Matthew Grandclair (Jeanna, Tyler Grandclair (Jodi, and Wyatt 
Grandclair (April) all of Hoisington, Chrysta Sanchez (Arodie, Micala 
Merlott and Caleb Merlott; 11 great grandchildren; and a nephew, James 
Cunningham (Edye) of Topeka. She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Homer Philpott; a son, Thomas Auernheimer; a brother, Jack Hunt; and a 
sister, Sadie Cunningham.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, January 10, 
2020 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with family to greet friends from 6
 to 8 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 22,
 2020, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Mark Williams 
presiding. Interment will be in the Claflin Cemetery. Memorials are 
suggested to Bessie’s House and Shepherds Center, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, Kansas 67544.

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 </figure>Mary Rosalie Hunt, 88, passed away January 7, 2020, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington. She was born on October 20, 1931, at Claflin to 
James and Fannie (Newkirk) Hunt. She married Homer Philpott and he later
 passed away.A Kansas City resident since 1969, Mary moved to Hoisington in 
November 2019 to be closer to family due to health reasons. She was the 
lay minister for Immanuel Lutheran Church in Kansas City and attended 
Crosswinds of Kansas Church in Hoisington. She previously worked as a 
claims representative for the Kansas City Social Security Office and was
 the ex-director of Shepherds Center in Kansas City. Mary was a 
volunteer at Bessie's House and a member of the Quilting Club.Survivors include, a son, Mitchell "Lee" Grandclair of Hoisington; a 
stepdaughter, Mary Beth Bazine of Kansas City; six grandchildren, 
Matthew Grandclair (Jeanna, Tyler Grandclair (Jodi, and Wyatt 
Grandclair (April) all of Hoisington, Chrysta Sanchez (Arodie, Micala 
Merlott and Caleb Merlott; 11 great grandchildren; and a nephew, James 
Cunningham (Edye) of Topeka. She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Homer Philpott; a son, Thomas Auernheimer; a brother, Jack Hunt; and a 
sister, Sadie Cunningham.Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, January 10, 
2020 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with family to greet friends from 6
 to 8 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 22,
 2020, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Mark Williams 
presiding. Interment will be in the Claflin Cemetery. Memorials are 
suggested to Bessie’s House and Shepherds Center, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, Kansas 67544.

Mary Rosalie Hunt

Linda Small, 85, died Monday, January 6, 2020 at St. Catherine Hospital 
in Garden City.  She was born March 12, 1934 in Park, Kansas the 
daughter of Robert &amp; Theresia Werth.


     Linda grew up and attended school in Park, Kansas.  She married 
Eugene Knoll in St. Peter, Kansas.  Eugene died in 1968.  Linda then 
lived in Dodge City for a short time where she attended school to become
 a LPN.  She moved to Garden City in the early 1970’s where she worked 
for a short time at St. Catherine Hospital.  In 1973, Linda married 
Adrin Small in Garden City.  They moved to the family farm in the mid 
1970’s.  They later moved back to Garden City in the mid 1990’s.  A 
homemaker and LPN, Linda enjoyed cooking, canning, arts &amp; crafts, 
ceramics, painting, sewing, quilting, and gardening.  She was a member 
of St. Mary Catholic Church and later became a member of St. Dominic 
Catholic Church.  


     Survivors include three children David Knoll of Oklahoma City, 
Oklahoma, Vern Knoll of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Bob Small of 
Loveland, Colorado; four brothers Marcellus Werth of Wichita, Kansas, 
Marvin Werth of Wichita, Kansas, Joe Werth of Hays, Kansas, and Jerry 
Werth of New Mexico; a sister Irene Flax of Wright, Kansas; seven 
grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and one great 
great-grandchild.  Linda is preceded in death by her first husband 
Eugene; her second husband Adrin who died in 2010; her parents; a 
daughter Shirley William; two brothers Cyril Werth and Edwin Werth; and 
two sisters Genevieve Weis and Hermine Weis.


     A rosary will be held at 10:30 a.m. with funeral Mass following at 
11:00 a.m. both on Friday, January 10, 2020 at St. Mary Catholic Church 
in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider as Celebrant.  Burial will 
follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Garden City.  Friends may call from
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City.  The family suggests memorials given to St. Mary Catholic Church 
in care of the funeral home.            

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 </figure>Linda Small, 85, died Monday, January 6, 2020 at St. Catherine Hospital 
in Garden City. She was born March 12, 1934 in Park, Kansas the 
daughter of Robert &amp; Theresia Werth.
 Linda grew up and attended school in Park, Kansas. She married 
Eugene Knoll in St. Peter, Kansas. Eugene died in 1968. Linda then 
lived in Dodge City for a short time where she attended school to become
 a LPN. She moved to Garden City in the early 1970’s where she worked 
for a short time at St. Catherine Hospital. In 1973, Linda married 
Adrin Small in Garden City. They moved to the family farm in the mid 
1970’s. They later moved back to Garden City in the mid 1990’s. A 
homemaker and LPN, Linda enjoyed cooking, canning, arts &amp; crafts, 
ceramics, painting, sewing, quilting, and gardening. She was a member 
of St. Mary Catholic Church and later became a member of St. Dominic 
Catholic Church. 
 Survivors include three children David Knoll of Oklahoma City, 
Oklahoma, Vern Knoll of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Bob Small of 
Loveland, Colorado; four brothers Marcellus Werth of Wichita, Kansas, 
Marvin Werth of Wichita, Kansas, Joe Werth of Hays, Kansas, and Jerry 
Werth of New Mexico; a sister Irene Flax of Wright, Kansas; seven 
grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and one great 
great-grandchild. Linda is preceded in death by her first husband 
Eugene; her second husband Adrin who died in 2010; her parents; a 
daughter Shirley William; two brothers Cyril Werth and Edwin Werth; and 
two sisters Genevieve Weis and Hermine Weis.
 A rosary will be held at 10:30 a.m. with funeral Mass following at 
11:00 a.m. both on Friday, January 10, 2020 at St. Mary Catholic Church 
in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider as Celebrant. Burial will 
follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Garden City. Friends may call from
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to St. Mary Catholic Church 
in care of the funeral home.

Linda Small

Friday, March 27th, 1931 - Tuesday, January 7th, 2020

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Friday, March 27th, 1931 - Tuesday, January 7th, 2020An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Elsie Lorraine Wolters (Roberts

Archie Ray Hughes, 85, formerly of Hoxie, Kansas passed away at his home
 in Flower Mound, Texas on Monday, January 6, 2020.  He was born to 
Lloyd and Nellie (Brown) Hughes in Graham County, Kansas on March 18, 
1934.  At the age of 12, Archie went to live with Frank and Margaret 
Husted and their children, Marian and Dean.  He became an important part
 of the Husted family.   Archie helped Frank with the farming as well as
 working for other farmers in the area. The money he earned from working
 for the other farmers helped pay his school expenses.  He attended 
Sheridan Community High School and graduated with the class of 1953. 
April 6, 1954, Archie entered the United States Air Force and proudly 
served his country for four years being honorably discharged from active
 duty on April 5, 1958. He continued serving in the Air Force Reserves 
until April 5, 1962.  Returning from basic training, Archie married his 
high school sweet heart, Donna Pratt, at the First Presbyterian Church 
in Hoxie, Kansas, July 6, 1954. They celebrated 65 years of marriage. 


In 1958, Archie and Donna returned to Hoxie, Kansas where Archie 
began his lifelong career of farming and ranching.  Archie and Donna 
were blessed with four children, an infant son, Archie Jr., infant 
daughter, Dora who both died at birth, Dru and Jodi.  Dru passed away in
 2010 after a short illness. Their children were the loves of their 
life.  They enjoyed going to their children’s activities while they were
 in school and being a part of their lives after they were out on their 
own. Archie loved farming and some might say that his work was his 
hobby.  He did enjoy going fishing occasionally or going to the airport 
to watch the airplanes take off and land.  His family was always number 
one in his life and brought him great joy.  In 2001, Archie and Donna 
moved to Flower Mound, Texas to be close to their daughter and her 
family.  Archie is a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hoxie, 
Kansas and a ruling elder.  He is a more than fifty year member of the 
Hoxie Masonic Lodge #348 and served as Worshipful Master.  


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 </figure>Archie Ray Hughes, 85, formerly of Hoxie, Kansas passed away at his home
 in Flower Mound, Texas on Monday, January 6, 2020. He was born to 
Lloyd and Nellie (Brown) Hughes in Graham County, Kansas on March 18, 
1934. At the age of 12, Archie went to live with Frank and Margaret 
Husted and their children, Marian and Dean. He became an important part
 of the Husted family. Archie helped Frank with the farming as well as
 working for other farmers in the area. The money he earned from working
 for the other farmers helped pay his school expenses. He attended 
Sheridan Community High School and graduated with the class of 1953. 
April 6, 1954, Archie entered the United States Air Force and proudly 
served his country for four years being honorably discharged from active
 duty on April 5, 1958. He continued serving in the Air Force Reserves 
until April 5, 1962. Returning from basic training, Archie married his 
high school sweet heart, Donna Pratt, at the First Presbyterian Church 
in Hoxie, Kansas, July 6, 1954. They celebrated 65 years of marriage. 
In 1958, Archie and Donna returned to Hoxie, Kansas where Archie 
began his lifelong career of farming and ranching. Archie and Donna 
were blessed with four children, an infant son, Archie Jr., infant 
daughter, Dora who both died at birth, Dru and Jodi. Dru passed away in
 2010 after a short illness. Their children were the loves of their 
life. They enjoyed going to their children’s activities while they were
 in school and being a part of their lives after they were out on their 
own. Archie loved farming and some might say that his work was his 
hobby. He did enjoy going fishing occasionally or going to the airport 
to watch the airplanes take off and land. His family was always number 
one in his life and brought him great joy. In 2001, Archie and Donna 
moved to Flower Mound, Texas to be close to their daughter and her 
family. Archie is a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hoxie, 
Kansas and a ruling elder. He is a more than fifty year member of the 
Hoxie Masonic Lodge #348 and served as Worshipful Master. 
Archie is survived by his wife, Donna Hughes of Flower Mound, Texas;
 daughter, Jodi Campbell and husband Hugh of Flower Mound, Texas; 
grandsons, Dru Campbell and Hagen Campbell; sisters, Margie Love, 
Kerrville, Texas , Margaret Burrer , Kerrville, Texas, Ethel Collier, 
San Antonio, Texas; and Jessie Wendel, Fredricksburg, Texas; and 
special “brother and sister”, Dean Husted and Marian Kosovich.
He was preceded in death by his children, Dru Hughes, Archie Hughes,
 Jr. and Dora Hughes; parents, Lloyd and Nellie Hughes; brother, Robert 
Hughes; and special “parents”, Frank and Margaret Husted.
A Funeral Service is planned for Monday, January 13, 2020, First 
Presbyterian Church, Hoxie, Kansas at 10:30 A.M. , interment immediately
 following the service. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 12, 
2020 from Noon until 7:00 P.M. with family receiving friends from 5:30 
P.M. until 6:30 P.M. at Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. In
 lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Sheridan County 
Amusement Company or First Presbyterian Church of Hoxie, Kansas. 
Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 
987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com
Archie was a strong man. Life was not always easy, but he believed 
and trusted in his Lord Jesus Christ, worked hard, and his life became 
wonderful. One of His greatest loves was his wife, children and 
grandchildren. Though he is gone his memory and love will be forever in
 their hearts.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Archie-Ray-Hughes?obId=10415870#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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