LEBANON—Julia D. Allen, 99, passed away Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center.

Julia was born Aug. 30, 1920 in Lebanon, the third child of Oscar and Nellie (Whitmore) Herndon.&nbsp; On Nov. 27, 1940 she&nbsp; married&nbsp; Clarence Dean Allen in a double wedding with Edna Carper and Ernest Kattenberg.

To this union they were blessed with four children, Barbara Jean, Roger Dean, Velma Louise and Gayle Lynn.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clarence, daughter Barbara Jean Schlatter, brother Russell Herndon and three sisters, Rozella, Lola and Marie.Julia is survived by her children Roger (Janice) Allen of Lebanon, Velma (Ernest) Befort of Clay Center, Gayle (Lois) Allen of Lebanon; son-in-law, Ernest Schlatter, ten grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, Dec. 30, 2019 at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, with Pastor Lance McDowell officiating.

Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 and with family from 4 to 6 p.m. to greet friends.

Burial will take place in Price Cemetery, Lebanon. Memorials may be given to U.S. Center Foundation and/or Lebanon Library and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>LEBANON—Julia D. Allen, 99, passed away Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center.Julia was born Aug. 30, 1920 in Lebanon, the third child of Oscar and Nellie (Whitmore) Herndon.&nbsp; On Nov. 27, 1940 she&nbsp; married&nbsp; Clarence Dean Allen in a double wedding with Edna Carper and Ernest Kattenberg.To this union they were blessed with four children, Barbara Jean, Roger Dean, Velma Louise and Gayle Lynn.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clarence, daughter Barbara Jean Schlatter, brother Russell Herndon and three sisters, Rozella, Lola and Marie.Julia is survived by her children Roger (Janice) Allen of Lebanon, Velma (Ernest) Befort of Clay Center, Gayle (Lois) Allen of Lebanon; son-in-law, Ernest Schlatter, ten grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, Dec. 30, 2019 at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, with Pastor Lance McDowell officiating.Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 and with family from 4 to 6 p.m. to greet friends.Burial will take place in Price Cemetery, Lebanon. Memorials may be given to U.S. Center Foundation and/or Lebanon Library and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Julia D. Allen

Elmer Dale Donner, 62, passed away on Dec. 21, 2019 at the Ness County Hospital in Ness City, Kansas. He was born on Feb. 23, 1957 in Great Bend, Kansas the son of Orville and Mabel (Cobb) Donner.

Elmer, formerly of Great Bend, had been a truck driver for 39 years. He loved Harley’s, America, and family. He loved fishing.

Survivors include his partner, Mary Rollins of Ness City; daughter, Maggie Mae (Darren) Delzeit of Hoisington; two sons, Nathan (Natosha Rageth) Donner of Russell, Curtis James "CJ" Donner of Houston, Texas; sister, Milli Wood of Buffalo, Texas; niece, Melissa (Todd Cowen) Pedigo of Great Bend; nephew, Richard Pedigo of Buffalo, Texas; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Mike Wood; and great-nephew, Colby Clark.

Graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, 10:30 a.m. at the Golden Belt Cemetery, Great Bend.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project.

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 </figure>Elmer Dale Donner, 62, passed away on Dec. 21, 2019 at the Ness County Hospital in Ness City, Kansas. He was born on Feb. 23, 1957 in Great Bend, Kansas the son of Orville and Mabel (Cobb) Donner.Elmer, formerly of Great Bend, had been a truck driver for 39 years. He loved Harley’s, America, and family. He loved fishing.Survivors include his partner, Mary Rollins of Ness City; daughter, Maggie Mae (Darren) Delzeit of Hoisington; two sons, Nathan (Natosha Rageth) Donner of Russell, Curtis James "CJ" Donner of Houston, Texas; sister, Milli Wood of Buffalo, Texas; niece, Melissa (Todd Cowen) Pedigo of Great Bend; nephew, Richard Pedigo of Buffalo, Texas; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Mike Wood; and great-nephew, Colby Clark.Graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, 10:30 a.m. at the Golden Belt Cemetery, Great Bend.Memorial contributions may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Elmer Dale Donner

Roger F. Murphy, 81, passed away peacefully Dec. 24, 2019, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Great Bend. He was born July 16, 1938, in Great Bend, to Edward and Dolores (Schartz) Murphy.

From a young age, Roger proved to be a tenacious leader. After graduating from Great Bend High School in 1957, he juggled college classes at Fort Hays State University, a busy farming operation, and seven years of service in the U..S Army Reserves.

He married his high school sweetheart, Mary Lou Fisher, on Aug. 27 1960 in Great Bend, in the midst of launching his first business venture, Great Bend Feeding, Inc. in 1959.

As with most successful businessmen, his interests and knowledge grew from farming and livestock to include real estate and banking as well. Over the years, he had founded or co-founded many other successful business ventures, including Alfalfa Pellets, American State Bank, NA, Innovative Livestock Services and Dillwyn Acres. His extensive business knowledge also led Roger to invest in several local business projects, including CPI Qualified Plan Consultants and Fuller Industries.

In addition to Roger’s professional accomplishments, he also had an impressive volunteer service record. Roger helped found and develop the Golden Belt Community Foundation and Catholic Social Services, and has served as a board member for many organizations, including First National Bank, Barton County Historical Society, St. Rose Foundation, American State Bank, Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Innovative Livestock Services. Roger’s community service also extended him to serve on many other various efforts, including the B-29 Memorial.

Roger was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, Great Bend, Knights of Columbus Council #862, Kansas Livestock Association and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.

Survivors include wife, Mary Murphy, of the home; one son, Andrew Murphy and wife Megan of Telluride, Col0.; one daughter, Kayla Fischer and husband Steve of Wichita; one sister, Jill Eliason and husband Dan of Overland Park; five grandchildren, Bailey Johansen and husband Eric of Wichita, Bryce Fischer of Wichita, Hadley Murphy, Owen Murphy and Emmett Murphy all of Telluride; and a great granddaughter, Sophia Johansen. Roger was preceded in passing by his parents, Edward and Dolores (Schartz) Murphy; step father, K.W. “Pete” Kirkman; and two brothers, Doug Kirkman and Donald Kirkman.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m., Friday Dec. 27, at Bryant Funeral Home, with a Vigil and Rosary at 7 p.m.

Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Community Foundation or Barton Community College Foundation in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Roger F. Murphy, 81, passed away peacefully Dec. 24, 2019, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Great Bend. He was born July 16, 1938, in Great Bend, to Edward and Dolores (Schartz) Murphy.From a young age, Roger proved to be a tenacious leader. After graduating from Great Bend High School in 1957, he juggled college classes at Fort Hays State University, a busy farming operation, and seven years of service in the U..S Army Reserves.He married his high school sweetheart, Mary Lou Fisher, on Aug. 27 1960 in Great Bend, in the midst of launching his first business venture, Great Bend Feeding, Inc. in 1959.As with most successful businessmen, his interests and knowledge grew from farming and livestock to include real estate and banking as well. Over the years, he had founded or co-founded many other successful business ventures, including Alfalfa Pellets, American State Bank, NA, Innovative Livestock Services and Dillwyn Acres. His extensive business knowledge also led Roger to invest in several local business projects, including CPI Qualified Plan Consultants and Fuller Industries.In addition to Roger’s professional accomplishments, he also had an impressive volunteer service record. Roger helped found and develop the Golden Belt Community Foundation and Catholic Social Services, and has served as a board member for many organizations, including First National Bank, Barton County Historical Society, St. Rose Foundation, American State Bank, Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Innovative Livestock Services. Roger’s community service also extended him to serve on many other various efforts, including the B-29 Memorial.Roger was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, Great Bend, Knights of Columbus Council #862, Kansas Livestock Association and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.Survivors include wife, Mary Murphy, of the home; one son, Andrew Murphy and wife Megan of Telluride, Col0.; one daughter, Kayla Fischer and husband Steve of Wichita; one sister, Jill Eliason and husband Dan of Overland Park; five grandchildren, Bailey Johansen and husband Eric of Wichita, Bryce Fischer of Wichita, Hadley Murphy, Owen Murphy and Emmett Murphy all of Telluride; and a great granddaughter, Sophia Johansen. Roger was preceded in passing by his parents, Edward and Dolores (Schartz) Murphy; step father, K.W. “Pete” Kirkman; and two brothers, Doug Kirkman and Donald Kirkman.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m., Friday Dec. 27, at Bryant Funeral Home, with a Vigil and Rosary at 7 p.m.Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Community Foundation or Barton Community College Foundation in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Roger F. Murphy

Tammy Lee Lowe, 59, passed away Dec. 23, 2019, at her home in Great Bend. She was born Aug. 18, 1960, in Great Bend, to Donald and Lola Mae (Eilts) Calvert.

Tammy, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, served her community as a cook at several area restaurants. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend, and enjoyed craft work, crotchet and puzzles, but above all, loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and her dog, Princess.

Survivors include her mother, Lola Michael of Great Bend; three sons, James Powell and wife Jennifer of Great Bend, Skyler Gaddis and wife Amanda of Great Bend and Zachery Gaddis of Salina; one daughter, Tonya Cope of Canton, Texas; three brothers, Chris Michael of Great Bend, Steven Michael of Kansas City, Mo., and James Michael of Great Bend; one sister, Jeannie Blair of Salina; and five grandchildren, Madison, Krislyn, Marlee, Camryn and Kade.

She was preceded in passing by her father, Donald; and sister-in-law, Patty.

Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 30, 2019, Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend, with Rev. Jon Brudvig presiding.

There will be no viewing or visitation, as cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Tammy Lee Lowe Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Tammy Lee Lowe, 59, passed away Dec. 23, 2019, at her home in Great Bend. She was born Aug. 18, 1960, in Great Bend, to Donald and Lola Mae (Eilts) Calvert.Tammy, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, served her community as a cook at several area restaurants. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend, and enjoyed craft work, crotchet and puzzles, but above all, loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and her dog, Princess.Survivors include her mother, Lola Michael of Great Bend; three sons, James Powell and wife Jennifer of Great Bend, Skyler Gaddis and wife Amanda of Great Bend and Zachery Gaddis of Salina; one daughter, Tonya Cope of Canton, Texas; three brothers, Chris Michael of Great Bend, Steven Michael of Kansas City, Mo., and James Michael of Great Bend; one sister, Jeannie Blair of Salina; and five grandchildren, Madison, Krislyn, Marlee, Camryn and Kade.She was preceded in passing by her father, Donald; and sister-in-law, Patty.Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 30, 2019, Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend, with Rev. Jon Brudvig presiding.There will be no viewing or visitation, as cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Tammy Lee Lowe Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Tammy Lee Lowe

Darin S. Coleman,&nbsp;52, of Russell, died on Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays.

Services are pending at this time. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Darin S. Coleman,&nbsp;52, of Russell, died on Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays.Services are pending at this time. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Darin S. Coleman

Helen Irene (Bohnen) Prester, 77, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019 at the Salina Regional Hospital.

Helen was born Jan. 8, 1942 in Hays, the daughter of Bernard and Margaret (Bode) Bohnen.&nbsp; She grew up on a farm north of Dorrance and graduated from Dorrance High School in 1960.

Helen was united in marriage to Leon G. Prester on March 22, 1962 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Russell.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children; Monica and Mike.&nbsp; They made their home in Lawton, Okla.; Russell, Kingman and Salina.

Helen was a devoted wife and homemaker for her children&nbsp;

&nbsp;Helen’s surviving family include her husband of 57 years, Leon of the home; daughter, Monica Jorden (Chris) of Salina; son, Mike Prester (Angie) of Salina; brother, Sonny Bohnen (Mary Lee) of Wilson; sister, Rita Krause (Richard) of Russell; 10 grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren.&nbsp; Helen was preceded in death by her parents, sister Lucille Peirano and two infant sisters.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dorrance. A private burial of ashes will follow the Mass at the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Dorrance. The family selected cremation and no visitation will be held.

A memorial has been established with the St. Joseph Cemetery 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>Helen Irene (Bohnen) Prester, 77, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019 at the Salina Regional Hospital.Helen was born Jan. 8, 1942 in Hays, the daughter of Bernard and Margaret (Bode) Bohnen.&nbsp; She grew up on a farm north of Dorrance and graduated from Dorrance High School in 1960.Helen was united in marriage to Leon G. Prester on March 22, 1962 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Russell.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children; Monica and Mike.&nbsp; They made their home in Lawton, Okla.; Russell, Kingman and Salina.Helen was a devoted wife and homemaker for her children&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>&nbsp;Helen’s surviving family include her husband of 57 years, Leon of the home; daughter, Monica Jorden (Chris) of Salina; son, Mike Prester (Angie) of Salina; brother, Sonny Bohnen (Mary Lee) of Wilson; sister, Rita Krause (Richard) of Russell; 10 grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren.&nbsp; Helen was preceded in death by her parents, sister Lucille Peirano and two infant sisters.Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dorrance. A private burial of ashes will follow the Mass at the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Dorrance. The family selected cremation and no visitation will be held.A memorial has been established with the St. Joseph Cemetery Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Helen Irene (Bohnen) Prester

Melva Irene McElfish, 91 of Plainville, passed away on Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville.

She was born on Aug. 24, 1928 to Henry and Maize (Banks) Kerns in Greenwood County, Kansas. Melva grew up around Greenwood and attended school up through 10th grade.

She married Lonnie Hammonds Jr. in 1945 in Pratt and to this union, Judy, Cindy, Renee and Kim were born. They later divorced and she married Richard Swim who later passed away in 1971. She then married Ernest McElfish on April 4, 1982.

Through her professional life she was a bookkeeper for a dentist office in Hoxie and later worked in sales at Dalhart, Texas. She enjoyed sewing and was known for her talents as a seamstress. Melva loved to dance and sing; she had a beautiful voice.

Melva had a deep love for the Lord and taught the word of God for many years at Sunday school at the Baptist Church. Melva’s beauty and warmth radiated so brightly from her heart to everyone she met. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her class and fashion, and unwavering faith in the Lord. Her beautiful spirit will endure forever.

We mourn the years that she will not have and we celebrate the time that was hers and the life that she lived.

She is survived by her husband, Ernest McElfish of Plainville; daughters Judy (Darrell) Ross of Liberty, Mo., Renee Snyder of Kansas City, Kim (Shane) Mai of Plainville; step-son, Mark McElfish of Kansas City; brothers, David (Susan) Kerns of Pratt and Steve (Vicki) Kerns of Maize; 11 grandchildren, Marty, Amy, Angie, Missy, Chad, Cortney, Ashley, Loni, Stevie, Cali, and Devin; 16 great-grandchildren, Colby, Blake, Danielle, Ellie, Derrick, Victoria, Julia, Max, Georgia, Jacob, Owen, Emma, Spencer, Darla, Joelle, and David; and great-great grand-daughter Tycie.

Melva is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Maize Kerns; second husband, Richard Swim; daughter, Cindy Thompson; step-daughter, Cheryl Kohl; sister, Carol Ann Corley; brothers, Melvin (her twin, Bud, Peewee, Richard, and Butch Kerns; and grandson, Brad Ross.

A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec, 27, 2019 at the funeral home in Plainville. There will be no visitation. Burial will follow in the Plainville Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Melva McElfish Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 S.W. Second St., Plainville, KS 67663.

August 24, 1928-December 23, 2019Melva Irene McElfish, 91 of Plainville, passed away on Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville.She was born on Aug. 24, 1928 to Henry and Maize (Banks) Kerns in Greenwood County, Kansas. Melva grew up around Greenwood and attended school up through 10th grade.She married Lonnie Hammonds Jr. in 1945 in Pratt and to this union, Judy, Cindy, Renee and Kim were born. They later divorced and she married Richard Swim who later passed away in 1971. She then married Ernest McElfish on April 4, 1982.Through her professional life she was a bookkeeper for a dentist office in Hoxie and later worked in sales at Dalhart, Texas. She enjoyed sewing and was known for her talents as a seamstress. Melva loved to dance and sing; she had a beautiful voice.Melva had a deep love for the Lord and taught the word of God for many years at Sunday school at the Baptist Church. Melva’s beauty and warmth radiated so brightly from her heart to everyone she met. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her class and fashion, and unwavering faith in the Lord. Her beautiful spirit will endure forever.We mourn the years that she will not have and we celebrate the time that was hers and the life that she lived.She is survived by her husband, Ernest McElfish of Plainville; daughters Judy (Darrell) Ross of Liberty, Mo., Renee Snyder of Kansas City, Kim (Shane) Mai of Plainville; step-son, Mark McElfish of Kansas City; brothers, David (Susan) Kerns of Pratt and Steve (Vicki) Kerns of Maize; 11 grandchildren, Marty, Amy, Angie, Missy, Chad, Cortney, Ashley, Loni, Stevie, Cali, and Devin; 16 great-grandchildren, Colby, Blake, Danielle, Ellie, Derrick, Victoria, Julia, Max, Georgia, Jacob, Owen, Emma, Spencer, Darla, Joelle, and David; and great-great grand-daughter Tycie.Melva is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Maize Kerns; second husband, Richard Swim; daughter, Cindy Thompson; step-daughter, Cheryl Kohl; sister, Carol Ann Corley; brothers, Melvin (her twin, Bud, Peewee, Richard, and Butch Kerns; and grandson, Brad Ross.A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec, 27, 2019 at the funeral home in Plainville. There will be no visitation. Burial will follow in the Plainville Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to the Melva McElfish Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 S.W. Second St., Plainville, KS 67663.

Melva McElfish



Joyce Elaine (Lauritsen) Gatlin, 87, our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, has passed on to eternity. She left this world on Monday, December 23, 2019. We grieve, but not as those who are without hope. This dear lady has gone ahead of us and someday we will see her again.

Joyce leaves a legacy of faith, evident every day in her love for God and for others, as she always found a way to help those in need. Joyce met life’s challenges with great resourcefulness and always with joy. She leaves her family a legacy of learning and travel. She taught her children that education has value beyond description and that the world is exciting, open, and inviting. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren have seized this legacy as they pursue all manner of learning and continue to travel the world – full of curiosity and love for others.

Joyce was born August 14, 1932 to Joseph and Esther (Treat) Lauritsen in her grandparents’ home in Gem, Kansas. The Lauritsen farm, where she spent her childhood, was homesteaded in 1884 by her paternal grandfather who immigrated from Denmark in 1880. Joyce attended the first six grades of school at the Tully School and grades 7-12 at the Gem School. While a student at the Gem School, she enjoyed playing volleyball, basketball and ping pong, singing in the Glee Club, and acting in operettas. She attended Ottawa University for one year, majoring in elementary education and then married Calvin Gatlin on August 12, 1951.

Eight children were born to this marriage, four boys and four girls. Joyce loved being a full-time wife and mother for her family. Her example taught her children to love God and one another. With her guidance, her family learned to work together to accomplish family goals. She attended her children’s school programs, music concerts, athletic events, and parent teacher conferences. She was a 4-H leader, Girl Scout leader, and Cub Scout leader for many years. Her summers were filled with gardening, canning, 4-H projects, an annual two-week family camping trip, and the county fair. Joyce continued to support her children after they left home for college, married, and started their own families.

Joyce enjoyed her role as a grandmother. Holidays were filled with Joyce’s home-made foods, planned outings, and hours of games. She treasured the time she had with each of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and they loved the time they had with her.

Joyce took great pleasure in the connection with her family in Denmark. From the time her cousins Conrad and Inger Sahlholdt visited Kansas in 1955, Joyce maintained correspondence – only ending with her passing. In 1996, Joyce and her oldest son, Kenneth, traveled to Denmark and visited the family, as well as the Sahlholdt Farm, where her grandfather lived before immigrating to the United States.

Joyce was involved and provided much leadership to the Lone Star and Colby Presbyterian Churches. She was president of the Colby United Presbyterian Women’s group for many years, organized World Day of Prayer services and hunter suppers, and taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School classes.

Joyce became a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in 1980. Through her 39 years of membership she enjoyed friendships with women from all over Kansas. Joyce was Grand Worthy Matron for several terms and served in many other roles.

Joyce enjoyed Senior Citizen Golden Passport trips with the Hill City Bank. Her oldest daughter, Wilma, was the organizer of these trips and her oldest son, Kenneth, was her traveling companion. Joyce loved nothing more than seeing something new.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Robert, “Frog” Lauritsen. She is survived by her brother Wayne Lauritsen and his wife Millie, and her eight children (and their spouses): Kenneth Gatlin of Colby, KS, Wilma Lauber (Mike) of Hill City, KS, Rita Crews (Paul) of Neosho, MO, David Gatlin (Oleva, of Shell Knob, MO, Dorothy Macy (Kenton) of Charleston IL, Diana Weatherford (Kim) of Flower Mound, TX, Duane Gatlin (Christina) of Tomball, TX, and Terry Gatlin (Michelle) of Pratt, KS; sixteen grandchildren (and their spouses): Amber Morris (Phil, McKinzie Newman (Joe, Matthew Crews, Maria Crews, Nathan Macy, Aaron Macy, Stacia Macy, Emma Weatherford, Abby Weatherford, Jonathan Gatlin, Andrew Gatlin, Sarah Gatlin, Elijah Gatlin, Samuel Gatlin, Gabriela Gatlin, and Luke Gatlin; seven great grandchildren: Ethen, Shaelyn, Tyler, Bryden, Payton, Anna, and Paul.

Arrangements are pending with <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com/book-of-memories/4061727/Gatlin-Joyce/obituary.php">Baalmann Mortuary</a>, 190 S. Franklin Ave. Colby, Kansas 67701.

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Joyce Elaine (Lauritsen) Gatlin, 87, our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, has passed on to eternity. She left this world on Monday, December 23, 2019. We grieve, but not as those who are without hope. This dear lady has gone ahead of us and someday we will see her again.Joyce leaves a legacy of faith, evident every day in her love for God and for others, as she always found a way to help those in need. Joyce met life’s challenges with great resourcefulness and always with joy. She leaves her family a legacy of learning and travel. She taught her children that education has value beyond description and that the world is exciting, open, and inviting. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren have seized this legacy as they pursue all manner of learning and continue to travel the world – full of curiosity and love for others.Joyce was born August 14, 1932 to Joseph and Esther (Treat) Lauritsen in her grandparents’ home in Gem, Kansas. The Lauritsen farm, where she spent her childhood, was homesteaded in 1884 by her paternal grandfather who immigrated from Denmark in 1880. Joyce attended the first six grades of school at the Tully School and grades 7-12 at the Gem School. While a student at the Gem School, she enjoyed playing volleyball, basketball and ping pong, singing in the Glee Club, and acting in operettas. She attended Ottawa University for one year, majoring in elementary education and then married Calvin Gatlin on August 12, 1951.Eight children were born to this marriage, four boys and four girls. Joyce loved being a full-time wife and mother for her family. Her example taught her children to love God and one another. With her guidance, her family learned to work together to accomplish family goals. She attended her children’s school programs, music concerts, athletic events, and parent teacher conferences. She was a 4-H leader, Girl Scout leader, and Cub Scout leader for many years. Her summers were filled with gardening, canning, 4-H projects, an annual two-week family camping trip, and the county fair. Joyce continued to support her children after they left home for college, married, and started their own families.Joyce enjoyed her role as a grandmother. Holidays were filled with Joyce’s home-made foods, planned outings, and hours of games. She treasured the time she had with each of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and they loved the time they had with her.Joyce took great pleasure in the connection with her family in Denmark. From the time her cousins Conrad and Inger Sahlholdt visited Kansas in 1955, Joyce maintained correspondence – only ending with her passing. In 1996, Joyce and her oldest son, Kenneth, traveled to Denmark and visited the family, as well as the Sahlholdt Farm, where her grandfather lived before immigrating to the United States.Joyce was involved and provided much leadership to the Lone Star and Colby Presbyterian Churches. She was president of the Colby United Presbyterian Women’s group for many years, organized World Day of Prayer services and hunter suppers, and taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School classes.Joyce became a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in 1980. Through her 39 years of membership she enjoyed friendships with women from all over Kansas. Joyce was Grand Worthy Matron for several terms and served in many other roles.Joyce enjoyed Senior Citizen Golden Passport trips with the Hill City Bank. Her oldest daughter, Wilma, was the organizer of these trips and her oldest son, Kenneth, was her traveling companion. Joyce loved nothing more than seeing something new.Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Robert, “Frog” Lauritsen. She is survived by her brother Wayne Lauritsen and his wife Millie, and her eight children (and their spouses): Kenneth Gatlin of Colby, KS, Wilma Lauber (Mike) of Hill City, KS, Rita Crews (Paul) of Neosho, MO, David Gatlin (Oleva, of Shell Knob, MO, Dorothy Macy (Kenton) of Charleston IL, Diana Weatherford (Kim) of Flower Mound, TX, Duane Gatlin (Christina) of Tomball, TX, and Terry Gatlin (Michelle) of Pratt, KS; sixteen grandchildren (and their spouses): Amber Morris (Phil, McKinzie Newman (Joe, Matthew Crews, Maria Crews, Nathan Macy, Aaron Macy, Stacia Macy, Emma Weatherford, Abby Weatherford, Jonathan Gatlin, Andrew Gatlin, Sarah Gatlin, Elijah Gatlin, Samuel Gatlin, Gabriela Gatlin, and Luke Gatlin; seven great grandchildren: Ethen, Shaelyn, Tyler, Bryden, Payton, Anna, and Paul.Arrangements are pending with <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com/book-of-memories/4061727/Gatlin-Joyce/obituary.php">Baalmann Mortuary</a>, 190 S. Franklin Ave. Colby, Kansas 67701.

Joyce Elaine (Lauritsen) Gatlin

Rosemary Kraus, age 92, of Ellis, Kansas passed away quietly on December 12, 2019 in Ellis.

Rosemary was born in Floresville, Texas on September 19, 1927 to Thelma Manis and Carl Duncker.&nbsp; She lived and attended school in Leander, Texas until the building of the new dam and reservoir forced her father to relocate his farm.&nbsp; He chose to return to his birthplace near Ford, Kansas and she attended high school there.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State College for two years, where she met Warren Kraus.&nbsp; They began a marriage which lasted 71 years until his death in April.&nbsp; She was his partner in farming.&nbsp; She helped with the planning, moved equipment from one field to another, and ran errands to pick up parts for repairs. When he needed to work late during harvest or other busy times, she prepared hot meals for him and his workers and brought them to the field.&nbsp; She was a wonderful cook, known for her pies, fried chicken and pot roasts.

Rosemary was also an accomplished professional seamstress.&nbsp; She enjoyed creating custom-made clothing for her family and others in the Hays community and students at the college.&nbsp; One of her specialties was wedding and bridesmaid dresses.&nbsp; She was very creative, meticulous, and must have tried her hand at almost every craft possible.&nbsp; She and Warren enjoyed drives and trips with family, square dancing, gardening and playing bridge with friends.&nbsp; They were members of the Hays UMC and then Ellis UMC. &nbsp;

She is survived by her daughter and husband, Sheila and Michael Phillips, a grandson and his wife, Mark Craig and Sarah Braunstein and two great-grandchildren.

Rosemary was preceded in death by her husband, Warren, a daughter, Nancy Kraus, and two sisters, Carlene Hawks and Ruth Nell Fravel. &nbsp;

Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, December 29, 2019 at the Hays United Methodist Church. She was buried with roses at the Mount Hope Cemetery in Ellis on December 16, 2019.

In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to either church or to the Alzheimer’s Association –&nbsp;<a href="http://alz.org/" target="_blank">alz.org</a>.

Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="http://keithleyfuneralhomes.com/" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes.com</a>

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 </figure>Rosemary Kraus, age 92, of Ellis, Kansas passed away quietly on December 12, 2019 in Ellis.Rosemary was born in Floresville, Texas on September 19, 1927 to Thelma Manis and Carl Duncker.&nbsp; She lived and attended school in Leander, Texas until the building of the new dam and reservoir forced her father to relocate his farm.&nbsp; He chose to return to his birthplace near Ford, Kansas and she attended high school there.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State College for two years, where she met Warren Kraus.&nbsp; They began a marriage which lasted 71 years until his death in April.&nbsp; She was his partner in farming.&nbsp; She helped with the planning, moved equipment from one field to another, and ran errands to pick up parts for repairs. When he needed to work late during harvest or other busy times, she prepared hot meals for him and his workers and brought them to the field.&nbsp; She was a wonderful cook, known for her pies, fried chicken and pot roasts.Rosemary was also an accomplished professional seamstress.&nbsp; She enjoyed creating custom-made clothing for her family and others in the Hays community and students at the college.&nbsp; One of her specialties was wedding and bridesmaid dresses.&nbsp; She was very creative, meticulous, and must have tried her hand at almost every craft possible.&nbsp; She and Warren enjoyed drives and trips with family, square dancing, gardening and playing bridge with friends.&nbsp; They were members of the Hays UMC and then Ellis UMC. &nbsp;She is survived by her daughter and husband, Sheila and Michael Phillips, a grandson and his wife, Mark Craig and Sarah Braunstein and two great-grandchildren.Rosemary was preceded in death by her husband, Warren, a daughter, Nancy Kraus, and two sisters, Carlene Hawks and Ruth Nell Fravel. &nbsp;Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, December 29, 2019 at the Hays United Methodist Church. She was buried with roses at the Mount Hope Cemetery in Ellis on December 16, 2019.In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to either church or to the Alzheimer’s Association –&nbsp;<a href="http://alz.org/" target="_blank">alz.org</a>.Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="http://keithleyfuneralhomes.com/" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes.com</a>

Rosemary Kraus

Rosemary Catherine Beckman (Robben) died Tue., Dec. 24, 2019, in Quinter, Kansas. She was born March 7, 1930.

Visitation will be Fri., Dec. 27, 5-7 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Parish Center,&nbsp;308 South Monroe, Grinnell, Kansas 67738. A vigil will follow at&nbsp; 7 p.m.

The funeral service is Sat., Dec. 28, 10:30 a.m. at&nbsp; Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 308 South Monroe, Grinnell, with Fr. James Thomas officiating.&nbsp;

Interment is at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, corner of N. 1st St. and Ferris St., Grinnell.

<a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com/book-of-memories/4062125/Beckman-Rosemary/service-details.php">

Baalmann Mortuary</a>, 304 E. 8th, Oakley, Kansas, is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rosemary Catherine Beckman (Robben) died Tue., Dec. 24, 2019, in Quinter, Kansas. She was born March 7, 1930.Visitation will be Fri., Dec. 27, 5-7 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Parish Center,&nbsp;308 South Monroe, Grinnell, Kansas 67738. A vigil will follow at&nbsp; 7 p.m.The funeral service is Sat., Dec. 28, 10:30 a.m. at&nbsp; Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 308 South Monroe, Grinnell, with Fr. James Thomas officiating.&nbsp;Interment is at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, corner of N. 1st St. and Ferris St., Grinnell.<a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com/book-of-memories/4062125/Beckman-Rosemary/service-details.php">

Baalmann Mortuary</a>, 304 E. 8th, Oakley, Kansas, is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Rosemary Catherine Beckman (Robben

LARNED — Donald (Don) Vernon Ellis, Belgrade, Mont., formerly of Rozel, Kan., passed away on Dec. 20, 2019. He was born on March 4, 1936 at Nekoma, Kan., to Harry and Beulah Ellis.

He was raised on a farm north of Rozel. Don attended a one-room school house for the first six years, graduating from Rozel High School in May 1953.&nbsp; In August 1954, Don enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War.&nbsp; Don was honorably discharged in 1956 with the rank of corporal.

Don married Carol Willis&nbsp;on May 28, 1957 in LaCrosse, Kan. Carol passed away on Jan. 14, 2014.

Don was a retired truck driver. He served many rolls throughout his life. He was a farmer with his dad, a custom harvester, a father, a grandfather and the roll he cherished the most was a loving husband to Carol.

He was a volunteer at Habitat for Humanity for four years. His passion has always been hunting, camping and fishing. In the fall of 2019, at the age of 83, Don went for his last antelope hunt, killing two. Once again, he got in that last hunt that he never thought he would get to do. He was a Lifetime Member of the American Legion Post #106 in Larned, Kan., serving several terms as the Post Commander.&nbsp;

Don and Carol followed their lifelong dream of living in the mountains when they moved to Missoula, Montana in 1984.&nbsp; They lived in Missoula before moving to Belgrade, Montana to be closer to their daughter after Carol suffered a stroke.&nbsp; Don has resided in Belgrade, Mont., since October 2007.

Don is survived by his children, Don Jr. (Susan) – Youngsville, La., Susie – Lake Charles, La., LeAnna – Pawnee Rock, Kan., and Stacey (Scott) – Belgrade, Mont.&nbsp; He has seven grandchildren, Stephen (Dawn) Ellis, Shannon Ellis, Grant (Shannon) Unruh, Odie (Nicole) Unruh, Marci (Chance) Maes, Marcus Allen and Sadie Glaude.&nbsp; He has 11 great-grandchildren, Madeline, Emily, Beau and Henry Ellis, Hailey and Gage Peterson, Brogan, Tristian and Ellis Unruh and Dahvon Pierce, Allen and Zayden Groff. 

Don is also survived by 2 special friends that he has always thought of as his own kids, Tommy and Kathy Fitch. Don is survived by a brother, Harry (Carolyn, Bozeman, Mont., as well as two sisters, Judi Welch, Larned, Kan., and Sharilyn (Frank) Reifschneider, Wichita, Kan., as well as his brother-in-law Bob (Sue) Willis, Cookeville, Tenn. He is survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Don was preceded in death by his wife, Carol, parents, Harry and Beulah Ellis, in-laws, Harry Willis and Janet Smith, brothers, Leroy, Larry and Ed; brother-in-law Lynn Welch as well as sisters-in laws Donna Claney, Tiney Tharpe and Anna Johns.

A memorial service will be&nbsp;at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Gene Price presiding.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020 with family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Military graveside rights to follow service with a reception at the VFW in Larned.

Memorials may be made to Don Ellis Memorial Fund, Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550 or to the American Legion Auxiliary, Walter S. Chears Post 106.

Personal condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com/">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577204223173.jpeg" alt="Donald (Don) Vernon Ellis" />
 <figcaption>Donald (Don) Vernon Ellis</figcaption>
 </figure>LARNED — Donald (Don) Vernon Ellis, Belgrade, Mont., formerly of Rozel, Kan., passed away on Dec. 20, 2019. He was born on March 4, 1936 at Nekoma, Kan., to Harry and Beulah Ellis.He was raised on a farm north of Rozel. Don attended a one-room school house for the first six years, graduating from Rozel High School in May 1953.&nbsp; In August 1954, Don enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War.&nbsp; Don was honorably discharged in 1956 with the rank of corporal.Don married Carol Willis&nbsp;on May 28, 1957 in LaCrosse, Kan. Carol passed away on Jan. 14, 2014.Don was a retired truck driver. He served many rolls throughout his life. He was a farmer with his dad, a custom harvester, a father, a grandfather and the roll he cherished the most was a loving husband to Carol.He was a volunteer at Habitat for Humanity for four years. His passion has always been hunting, camping and fishing. In the fall of 2019, at the age of 83, Don went for his last antelope hunt, killing two. Once again, he got in that last hunt that he never thought he would get to do. He was a Lifetime Member of the American Legion Post #106 in Larned, Kan., serving several terms as the Post Commander.&nbsp;Don and Carol followed their lifelong dream of living in the mountains when they moved to Missoula, Montana in 1984.&nbsp; They lived in Missoula before moving to Belgrade, Montana to be closer to their daughter after Carol suffered a stroke.&nbsp; Don has resided in Belgrade, Mont., since October 2007.Don is survived by his children, Don Jr. (Susan) – Youngsville, La., Susie – Lake Charles, La., LeAnna – Pawnee Rock, Kan., and Stacey (Scott) – Belgrade, Mont.&nbsp; He has seven grandchildren, Stephen (Dawn) Ellis, Shannon Ellis, Grant (Shannon) Unruh, Odie (Nicole) Unruh, Marci (Chance) Maes, Marcus Allen and Sadie Glaude.&nbsp; He has 11 great-grandchildren, Madeline, Emily, Beau and Henry Ellis, Hailey and Gage Peterson, Brogan, Tristian and Ellis Unruh and Dahvon Pierce, Allen and Zayden Groff. Don is also survived by 2 special friends that he has always thought of as his own kids, Tommy and Kathy Fitch. Don is survived by a brother, Harry (Carolyn, Bozeman, Mont., as well as two sisters, Judi Welch, Larned, Kan., and Sharilyn (Frank) Reifschneider, Wichita, Kan., as well as his brother-in-law Bob (Sue) Willis, Cookeville, Tenn. He is survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.Don was preceded in death by his wife, Carol, parents, Harry and Beulah Ellis, in-laws, Harry Willis and Janet Smith, brothers, Leroy, Larry and Ed; brother-in-law Lynn Welch as well as sisters-in laws Donna Claney, Tiney Tharpe and Anna Johns.A memorial service will be&nbsp;at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Gene Price presiding.Visitation will be from 9 a.m to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020 with family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Military graveside rights to follow service with a reception at the VFW in Larned.Memorials may be made to Don Ellis Memorial Fund, Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550 or to the American Legion Auxiliary, Walter S. Chears Post 106.Personal condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com/">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Donald (Don) Vernon Ellis

Georgalee Ann Keeler, 86, passed away Dec. 23, 2019, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on June 23, 1933 at Penalosa, to George and Cornelia (Snyder) Sallee. She married Claude L. Keeler Jr. on Sept. 24, 1949, at St. John. He survives.

Coming from Seward and Claflin, Ann was a Great Bend resident. She was a homemaker and a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society.

Survivors include, her husband Claude of the home; one son, Raymond Keeler and wife Colette of Great Bend; one daughter, Susan Keeler of Tempe, Ariz.; one sister, Patricia Young of Larned; four grandchildren, Tina Keeler, Tammy Steinert, Patrick Keeler and Brittany Aungst; and three great-grandchildren, Ashlynn Steinert, Alaina Steinert and Wyatt Keeler.

She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Keeler; and 10 half brothers and sisters.

Friends may sign the register book from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019, at Bryant Funeral Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery.

Due to Ann’s love of flowers, the family requests flowers be sent in her memory. Memorials are suggested to Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Georgalee Ann Keeler, 86, passed away Dec. 23, 2019, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on June 23, 1933 at Penalosa, to George and Cornelia (Snyder) Sallee. She married Claude L. Keeler Jr. on Sept. 24, 1949, at St. John. He survives.Coming from Seward and Claflin, Ann was a Great Bend resident. She was a homemaker and a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society.Survivors include, her husband Claude of the home; one son, Raymond Keeler and wife Colette of Great Bend; one daughter, Susan Keeler of Tempe, Ariz.; one sister, Patricia Young of Larned; four grandchildren, Tina Keeler, Tammy Steinert, Patrick Keeler and Brittany Aungst; and three great-grandchildren, Ashlynn Steinert, Alaina Steinert and Wyatt Keeler.She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Keeler; and 10 half brothers and sisters.Friends may sign the register book from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019, at Bryant Funeral Home.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery.Due to Ann’s love of flowers, the family requests flowers be sent in her memory. Memorials are suggested to Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Georgalee Ann Keeler

Daryl C. Reeder, WaKeeney, 89, passed away Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019 in Mission, Texas.

Services are pending and will be announced soon.&nbsp; Please check back for a full obit.

Daryl C. Reeder, WaKeeney, 89, passed away Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019 in Mission, Texas.Services are pending and will be announced soon.&nbsp; Please check back for a full obit.

Daryl C. Reeder

Ethel Elberta Rouse, 74, passed away Dec. 22, 2019 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.

She was born May 12, 1945 in Stockton, the daughter of Ralph and Mabel Streeter Whited.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she was a waitress, housekeeper and enjoyed working at Alco.

She was a member of New Beginnings Church of the Nazarene, Larned.&nbsp; She liked horses, iced tea, watching Days of Our Lives and enjoyed spending time with her many grandchildren.

On March 16, 1968, she married Walter Benjamin Rouse in Great Bend, who passed away Oct. 16, 1999.

Survivors include: three sons, Brad (Kristi) Rouse, Great Bend, Brent (Amy) Rouse, Garden City, Bo (Tisha) Rouse, Larned; two step-sons, Michael (Karen) Rouse, Miami, Okla., Marshall Rouse, Great Bend; seven daughters, Kay Drews, Lesia (Duane) Dipman, Tonya Shane Wysong, Shantel Corpening, Kisty (Brandon) Schultz, Tassy Rouse, all of Larned, Megan (Mark) Nelson, Great Bend; step-daughter, Tammy (Tony) Woods, Venita, Okla.; grandchildren, Brandon, Kayla, Heather, Nicole, Nicholas, Tiffany, Lance, Janae, Sheena, Shala, Sonya, Mark Jr., Tori, Zane, Crystal, Tyler, Kamber, Shawn, Dominica, Brionna, Brian, Devin, Zach, Jordan, Tristan, Ashley, Bentley, Natalie, Ethan, Derrick, Hannah, Benjamin, Cadence and Aiden; great-grandchildren, Hylee, Aubrey, Tate, Ty, Weston, Madison, McKenzie, Brayden, Noah, Izzy, Eli, Brynlee, Bryson, Mya, Wesley, Jaionna, Hunter, Leyum, Brylee, Ariya, Ryan and extended family, Sarah Lloyd, Kevin and Barbara Racette, and Scott Racette, all of Colorado.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two grandchildren, Kendall Nelson and Angel Schultz; son, Bret Rouse and a sister, Kate Stewart

Graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at Larned Cemetery, Larned, with Pastor Daryl Riffel and Bo Rouse presiding. Memorials may be given to the Ethel Rouse Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577136847241.jpeg" alt="Ethel Elberta Rouse," />
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 </figure>Ethel Elberta Rouse, 74, passed away Dec. 22, 2019 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.She was born May 12, 1945 in Stockton, the daughter of Ralph and Mabel Streeter Whited.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she was a waitress, housekeeper and enjoyed working at Alco.She was a member of New Beginnings Church of the Nazarene, Larned.&nbsp; She liked horses, iced tea, watching Days of Our Lives and enjoyed spending time with her many grandchildren.On March 16, 1968, she married Walter Benjamin Rouse in Great Bend, who passed away Oct. 16, 1999.Survivors include: three sons, Brad (Kristi) Rouse, Great Bend, Brent (Amy) Rouse, Garden City, Bo (Tisha) Rouse, Larned; two step-sons, Michael (Karen) Rouse, Miami, Okla., Marshall Rouse, Great Bend; seven daughters, Kay Drews, Lesia (Duane) Dipman, Tonya Shane Wysong, Shantel Corpening, Kisty (Brandon) Schultz, Tassy Rouse, all of Larned, Megan (Mark) Nelson, Great Bend; step-daughter, Tammy (Tony) Woods, Venita, Okla.; grandchildren, Brandon, Kayla, Heather, Nicole, Nicholas, Tiffany, Lance, Janae, Sheena, Shala, Sonya, Mark Jr., Tori, Zane, Crystal, Tyler, Kamber, Shawn, Dominica, Brionna, Brian, Devin, Zach, Jordan, Tristan, Ashley, Bentley, Natalie, Ethan, Derrick, Hannah, Benjamin, Cadence and Aiden; great-grandchildren, Hylee, Aubrey, Tate, Ty, Weston, Madison, McKenzie, Brayden, Noah, Izzy, Eli, Brynlee, Bryson, Mya, Wesley, Jaionna, Hunter, Leyum, Brylee, Ariya, Ryan and extended family, Sarah Lloyd, Kevin and Barbara Racette, and Scott Racette, all of Colorado.She was preceded in death by her parents; two grandchildren, Kendall Nelson and Angel Schultz; son, Bret Rouse and a sister, Kate StewartGraveside service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at Larned Cemetery, Larned, with Pastor Daryl Riffel and Bo Rouse presiding. Memorials may be given to the Ethel Rouse Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Ethel Elberta Rouse

Mary Magdeline Teeter, 90, of Grinnell, died Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019 at the Gove County Medical Center LTC, Quinter. She was born Nov. 8, 1929, in Granite, Okla., to Clarence and Elizabeth (Brown) Seat. Mary married Ammon “Mac” Teeter on Dec. 27, 1951 in Mangum, Okla. She was a waitress and farm wife.

Preceded in death by her husband, A.M. Mac Teeter, daughters: Victoria Allen, Anita “Kay” Barnett, two infant daughters, Virginia Teeter and Sherrie Teeter, and sisters: Maxine Seat and Eva Sisson.

Survivors include her daughter, Kristi Teeter of Grinnell, eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and a great-great-granddaughter.

Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at Gateway Fellowship Impact Center, Oakley.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Gateway Fellowship Impact Center. Burial will follow in the Grainfield Cemetery. 

Memorials can be made to the Mary Teeter Memorial Fund in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS&nbsp; 67748.

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 </figure>Mary Magdeline Teeter, 90, of Grinnell, died Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019 at the Gove County Medical Center LTC, Quinter. She was born Nov. 8, 1929, in Granite, Okla., to Clarence and Elizabeth (Brown) Seat. Mary married Ammon “Mac” Teeter on Dec. 27, 1951 in Mangum, Okla. She was a waitress and farm wife.Preceded in death by her husband, A.M. Mac Teeter, daughters: Victoria Allen, Anita “Kay” Barnett, two infant daughters, Virginia Teeter and Sherrie Teeter, and sisters: Maxine Seat and Eva Sisson.Survivors include her daughter, Kristi Teeter of Grinnell, eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and a great-great-granddaughter.Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at Gateway Fellowship Impact Center, Oakley.Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Gateway Fellowship Impact Center. Burial will follow in the Grainfield Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the Mary Teeter Memorial Fund in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS&nbsp; 67748.

Mary Magdeline Teeter

Logan resident, Eric S. McClurg, passed away Dec. 20, 2019 at his home in rural Logan at the age of 70. He was born May 24, 1949 in Stockton, the son of Glen &amp; Pauline (Kemper) McClurg.

Survivors include his sons; Chad of Logan &amp; Kyle of Topeka; 2 brothers, Frank of Logan &amp; Chuck of Hays &amp; 5 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Tues. Dec. 24 at 10:30 a.m. in the Logan Christian Church, with Pastor Troy Buss officiating. Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Logan.

Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Church or the Logan Fire Dept.

Online condolences: <a href="https://www.olliffboeve.com/obituary/eric-mcclurg">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.

Logan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Logan resident, Eric S. McClurg, passed away Dec. 20, 2019 at his home in rural Logan at the age of 70. He was born May 24, 1949 in Stockton, the son of Glen &amp; Pauline (Kemper) McClurg.Survivors include his sons; Chad of Logan &amp; Kyle of Topeka; 2 brothers, Frank of Logan &amp; Chuck of Hays &amp; 5 grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Tues. Dec. 24 at 10:30 a.m. in the Logan Christian Church, with Pastor Troy Buss officiating. Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Logan.Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Monday at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to the Church or the Logan Fire Dept.Online condolences: <a href="https://www.olliffboeve.com/obituary/eric-mcclurg">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Logan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Eric S. McClurg

SMITH CENTER - Ardis Marie Brown, 88, passed away Sunday Dec. 22, 2019 at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center.

Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at the First Christian Church, 400 U.S. Highway 36, Smith Center, KS 66967.

A celebration of life service will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at the First Christian Church, 400 U.S. 36, Smith Center, KS 66967.

Memorials may be sent to the&nbsp;First Christian Church.

<a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/">Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary</a> is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>SMITH CENTER - Ardis Marie Brown, 88, passed away Sunday Dec. 22, 2019 at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center.Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at the First Christian Church, 400 U.S. Highway 36, Smith Center, KS 66967.A celebration of life service will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at the First Christian Church, 400 U.S. 36, Smith Center, KS 66967.Memorials may be sent to the&nbsp;First Christian Church.<a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/">Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary</a> is in charge of the arrangements.

Ardis Marie Brown

Donald J. Deege, 94, passed away Dec. 20, 2019 at his home in Larned.

Born Oct. 6, 1925 in Pawnee County, the son of Delbert L. and Leta E. Leapley Deege.

A lifetime area resident, he was a farmer. He was a member of the Larned United Methodist Church. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He was also on the Area Coop Board, Farm Bureau Board, and was a 4-H leader for the Tiny Toilers.

On June 10, 1947, he married Phyllis Barstow at Larned. She preceded him in death on May 12, 2018.

Survivors include: a son, Jon (Shirley) Deege, Kinsley; two daughters, Deborah Noble, Lombard, Ill., Denise (Charles) Erdman, Wichita; five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three sisters, Eloise Beasley, Glennis Lierly, and Ada Lee Stedman.

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, 2019 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned with Pastor Mark Hornbaker presiding. Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial in Larned Cemetery, Larned, with military graveside rites.

Memorials may be given to Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice or the 4-H Foundation in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577115656186.jpeg" alt="Deege" />
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 </figure>Donald J. Deege, 94, passed away Dec. 20, 2019 at his home in Larned.Born Oct. 6, 1925 in Pawnee County, the son of Delbert L. and Leta E. Leapley Deege.A lifetime area resident, he was a farmer. He was a member of the Larned United Methodist Church. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He was also on the Area Coop Board, Farm Bureau Board, and was a 4-H leader for the Tiny Toilers.On June 10, 1947, he married Phyllis Barstow at Larned. She preceded him in death on May 12, 2018.Survivors include: a son, Jon (Shirley) Deege, Kinsley; two daughters, Deborah Noble, Lombard, Ill., Denise (Charles) Erdman, Wichita; five grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three sisters, Eloise Beasley, Glennis Lierly, and Ada Lee Stedman.The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, 2019 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned with Pastor Mark Hornbaker presiding. Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial in Larned Cemetery, Larned, with military graveside rites.Memorials may be given to Golden Belt Home Health and Hospice or the 4-H Foundation in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Donald J. Deege

Billy Wayne Kimble Sr., 73, passed away Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019 in Larned. Billy was born on July 13, 1946, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, the son of Donnie and Willie Mae (Turner) Kimble. He married Beverly Powell on July 1, 1994 in Larned.

Billy was a Larned resident since 1973, coming from Great Bend. He was formerly of Hoisington, and was a Laundry Supervisor at Larned State Hospital for 33 years.

He was a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam conflict. Billy graduated from Hoisington High School with the class of 1965, and was a prominent runner for the Hoisington High track team, setting many records. He was an avid fisherman and loved being with his family and grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Beverly, of the home; two sons, Billy Kimble Jr. and wife Sarah of Paola, and Daniel Kimble of Larned; four daughters, Michelle and companion Ashley Kimble of Columbia, Mo., Bridget Johnson and husband Robert of Dallas, Heather Coulter of Wichita, Maggie Patrick and husband Greg of Cullison; one brother, Richard Kimble of Great Bend; six sisters, Stella Smith, Lola Daniels, Shirl Kimble, Mordie Kimble, and JoAnn Davis, all of Arkansas, and Betty Thies of Salina; 14 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 am on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 also at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Leroy Keith and Pastor Damon Bradley officiating. Burial will follow at Hoisington Cemetery with military rites by the U.S. Army Honor Guard from Fort Riley.

Memorial has been established with the Hoisington High School track team, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577115245311.jpeg" alt="Kimble" />
 <figcaption>Kimble</figcaption>
 </figure>Billy Wayne Kimble Sr., 73, passed away Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019 in Larned. Billy was born on July 13, 1946, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, the son of Donnie and Willie Mae (Turner) Kimble. He married Beverly Powell on July 1, 1994 in Larned.Billy was a Larned resident since 1973, coming from Great Bend. He was formerly of Hoisington, and was a Laundry Supervisor at Larned State Hospital for 33 years.He was a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam conflict. Billy graduated from Hoisington High School with the class of 1965, and was a prominent runner for the Hoisington High track team, setting many records. He was an avid fisherman and loved being with his family and grandchildren.Survivors include his wife, Beverly, of the home; two sons, Billy Kimble Jr. and wife Sarah of Paola, and Daniel Kimble of Larned; four daughters, Michelle and companion Ashley Kimble of Columbia, Mo., Bridget Johnson and husband Robert of Dallas, Heather Coulter of Wichita, Maggie Patrick and husband Greg of Cullison; one brother, Richard Kimble of Great Bend; six sisters, Stella Smith, Lola Daniels, Shirl Kimble, Mordie Kimble, and JoAnn Davis, all of Arkansas, and Betty Thies of Salina; 14 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren.Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.Funeral service will be at 10:30 am on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 also at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Leroy Keith and Pastor Damon Bradley officiating. Burial will follow at Hoisington Cemetery with military rites by the U.S. Army Honor Guard from Fort Riley.Memorial has been established with the Hoisington High School track team, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Billy Wayne Kimble

Bill G. Steadman, 90, passed away Dec. 21, 2019, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

He was born on April 16, 1929 at Great Bend, to Frank M. and Marie (Sterling) Steadman. He married Wilma Steitz on Nov. 22, 1953 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend. Together they had three daughters, Katherine (Kathy) Marie, Nancy Lee, and Rebecca (Becky) Ann.

Bill attended rural and Great Bend schools and graduated from Great Bend High School in 1947, He attended the Wichita Business College and Wichita University. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and served on the aircraft carrier USS Midway during the Korean conflict.

He was a past Commander of the American Legion Post #180. He was the first treasurer of the Barton Community College, serving during the initial construction period.

After their marriage, Bill and Wilma moved to Wichita, where Bill finished his studies at the university, after which they moved back to Great Bend where Bill was engaged in the accounting profession for 60 plus years. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend. He served on various boards and committees, and was a treasurer for 13 years.

He is survived by his wife, Wilma of the home; daughters, Nancy Watkins (finacé Bob Livingston, Derby, and Becky Foos (Eric, Bazine, Kan.; seven grandchildren, Joshua Helm (Stacia, Nicole Denning, Adam Watkins (Caitlyn, Aaron Watkins, Bryan Watkins, Troy Grandy, and Geena Storm (Jaylin); eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Kathy; one granddaughter, Terra; two brothers, Jack and Hugh (Bud) Steadman; and one sister, Lois Hazard.

Visitation will be held from noon to 9 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. 

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 27, 2019 at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Jon Brudvig presiding.

Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard and American Legion Riders.

Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church, Quilts of Valor or American Legion Post #180, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577114786883.jpeg" alt="Steadman" />
 <figcaption>Steadman</figcaption>
 </figure>Bill G. Steadman, 90, passed away Dec. 21, 2019, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.He was born on April 16, 1929 at Great Bend, to Frank M. and Marie (Sterling) Steadman. He married Wilma Steitz on Nov. 22, 1953 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend. Together they had three daughters, Katherine (Kathy) Marie, Nancy Lee, and Rebecca (Becky) Ann.Bill attended rural and Great Bend schools and graduated from Great Bend High School in 1947, He attended the Wichita Business College and Wichita University. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and served on the aircraft carrier USS Midway during the Korean conflict.He was a past Commander of the American Legion Post #180. He was the first treasurer of the Barton Community College, serving during the initial construction period.After their marriage, Bill and Wilma moved to Wichita, where Bill finished his studies at the university, after which they moved back to Great Bend where Bill was engaged in the accounting profession for 60 plus years. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend. He served on various boards and committees, and was a treasurer for 13 years.He is survived by his wife, Wilma of the home; daughters, Nancy Watkins (finacé Bob Livingston, Derby, and Becky Foos (Eric, Bazine, Kan.; seven grandchildren, Joshua Helm (Stacia, Nicole Denning, Adam Watkins (Caitlyn, Aaron Watkins, Bryan Watkins, Troy Grandy, and Geena Storm (Jaylin); eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Kathy; one granddaughter, Terra; two brothers, Jack and Hugh (Bud) Steadman; and one sister, Lois Hazard.Visitation will be held from noon to 9 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 27, 2019 at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Jon Brudvig presiding.Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard and American Legion Riders.Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church, Quilts of Valor or American Legion Post #180, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Bill G. Steadman

Mona Gayle Stos, 61, passed away Dec. 20, 2019 at her home in Great Bend. She was born on April 20, 1958 at Larned to Charles Lee and Jaunis Rogene (Bose) Tammen. 

She married Steve Stos on Sept. 16, 1978 at Peace Lutheran Church of Albert. He survives.

Coming from Otis, Mona was a Great Bend resident. She graduated from Otis-Bison High School with the Class of 1976.

She was an administrative assistant at McPherson and McVey Law Offices for 31 years. Mona loved NASCAR and was a pet lover but she especially loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include, her husband Steve of the home; one daughter, Jennifer Hemphill and husband Justin of Hays; one son, Mark Stos and fiancé Andrea Holman of Otis; one brother, David L. Tammen and wife Lynn of Albert; and three grandchildren, Alexis Hemphill, Hunter Hemphill, and Jennalee Stos. Also surviving is Jade Holman and Jack Holman, her grandchildren in heart.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Darren D. Tammen.

Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m.

Funeral service will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, 2019 at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Stan Ewy presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Peace Lutheran Church or Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577114325308.jpeg" alt="Stos" />
 <figcaption>Stos</figcaption>
 </figure>Mona Gayle Stos, 61, passed away Dec. 20, 2019 at her home in Great Bend. She was born on April 20, 1958 at Larned to Charles Lee and Jaunis Rogene (Bose) Tammen. She married Steve Stos on Sept. 16, 1978 at Peace Lutheran Church of Albert. He survives.Coming from Otis, Mona was a Great Bend resident. She graduated from Otis-Bison High School with the Class of 1976.She was an administrative assistant at McPherson and McVey Law Offices for 31 years. Mona loved NASCAR and was a pet lover but she especially loved spending time with her family.Survivors include, her husband Steve of the home; one daughter, Jennifer Hemphill and husband Justin of Hays; one son, Mark Stos and fiancé Andrea Holman of Otis; one brother, David L. Tammen and wife Lynn of Albert; and three grandchildren, Alexis Hemphill, Hunter Hemphill, and Jennalee Stos. Also surviving is Jade Holman and Jack Holman, her grandchildren in heart.She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Darren D. Tammen.Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m.Funeral service will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 23, 2019 at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Stan Ewy presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Peace Lutheran Church or Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Mona Gayle Stos

Joy Irene Davis, 97, of Colby, died Saturday, December 21, 2019. She was
 born September 27, 1922, in Meade, KS, to Asa and Goldie (Keltner) 
Ford. Joy graduated from Meade High School. She married Henry Clay Davis
 on September 14, 1942, in Amarillo, TX. Joy had worked at the Thomas 
County Bank for several years. She was a member of the American Legion 
Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, United Methodist Church and United Methodist 
Women. Joy loved to dance, visit with people and play bridge. She was a 
member of numerous bridge clubs. She also enjoyed taking care of the 
flower beds at the Country Club for many years with her husband Clay.


Joy was preceded in death by her parents; husband Clay; step 
granddaughter Stacy Taylor; great grandson Elijah Lampe; 3 sisters and 5
 brothers.


She is survived by her children, Dan (Judy) Davis, Todd, NC, Diana 
(Glenn) Schiffner, Colby, KS and Bette (Marvin) Albers, Oakley; brother 
Don (Bea) Ford, Hubel, TX; 6 grandsons; 21 great grandchildren and 2 
great-great grandchildren.


Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 26, 2019 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 27, 
2019, at the Colby United Methodist Church, with burial in Beulah 
Cemetery, Colby. Memorials are suggested to the Church, sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com
                                                                			

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1577809042281.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Joy Irene Davis, 97, of Colby, died Saturday, December 21, 2019. She was
 born September 27, 1922, in Meade, KS, to Asa and Goldie (Keltner) 
Ford. Joy graduated from Meade High School. She married Henry Clay Davis
 on September 14, 1942, in Amarillo, TX. Joy had worked at the Thomas 
County Bank for several years. She was a member of the American Legion 
Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, United Methodist Church and United Methodist 
Women. Joy loved to dance, visit with people and play bridge. She was a 
member of numerous bridge clubs. She also enjoyed taking care of the 
flower beds at the Country Club for many years with her husband Clay.
Joy was preceded in death by her parents; husband Clay; step 
granddaughter Stacy Taylor; great grandson Elijah Lampe; 3 sisters and 5
 brothers.
She is survived by her children, Dan (Judy) Davis, Todd, NC, Diana 
(Glenn) Schiffner, Colby, KS and Bette (Marvin) Albers, Oakley; brother 
Don (Bea) Ford, Hubel, TX; 6 grandsons; 21 great grandchildren and 2 
great-great grandchildren.
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 26, 2019 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 27, 
2019, at the Colby United Methodist Church, with burial in Beulah 
Cemetery, Colby. Memorials are suggested to the Church, sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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