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.  


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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 </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.

Archie Ray Hughes

Lorene
 Martha (McKee) Colyer, 93, finally reunited with Jim, her husband of 67
 years on January 3, 2020. They toured in their Foretravel motorhome for
 100,000’s of miles. Now they meet in Heaven for their everlasting 
journey, happily together again.&nbsp; Lorene passed away surrounded by her 
family in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp;

Lorene, a 4th 
generation Kansan, was born August 17, 1926 in “Hays America” to Zita I.
 (Bissing) and Cecil W. McKee.&nbsp; Lorene grew up during the Dustbowl and 
graduated from Girls Catholic High (1944) in Hays. She worked for her 
father at The Sweet Shop near Fort Hays and at his vending machine 
business on airbases for 13 cents an hour.&nbsp; She was a musical prodigy in
 the Bissing and Hinshaw families’ tradition.&nbsp; She was invited by 
Rudolph Ganz to attend the Chicago Conservatory. But growing up in an 
era of limits and world war, she had to continue her education at Fort 
Hays State where she loved the mathematics of harmony.&nbsp; Her passion for 
music extended from Clair de Lune to taking her kids to see the Beatles 
at Red Rocks.&nbsp; She kept a white piano by her side even at age 93.

Lorene met the love of
 her life, James Daniel Colyer, as a high school freshman and wrote to 
him faithfully when he fought on Peleliu in the Pacific.&nbsp; They married 
in 1947 and settled in Hays where Jim practiced dentistry from 1955-85.&nbsp;
 She was the financial and accounting brains of their successful 
practice and marriage.&nbsp;

Lorene’s children were
 her highest priority even when they were naughty. Her Catholic faith 
guided her throughout her life.&nbsp; She taught everyone that the strongest 
person was not the loudest but the most tenacious, loving, and faithful.
 She loved music, anything pink (especially her pink gingerbread house,
 playing bridge, needle-pointing Christmas stockings, spending summers 
in Steamboat Springs and Cedar Bluff lake, leading Scouts, and her 
numerous critters.&nbsp; She and Jim visited all 50 states and more than 70 
countries.&nbsp; During the Cold War they even explored the USSR and China.&nbsp; 
They later lived in Scottsdale, AZ and Olathe, KS.&nbsp; She beat lobular 
breast cancer twice, 35 years apart.

Lorene and Jim have 
two daughters, two sons, and 12 grandchildren: Linda (and Rodney) King 
(Dennis, Jonn, Annette, Michael) of Gilbert, AZ; Dr. James (and Toni) 
Colyer (James III, Kelli, Chris, Kami) of Paradise Valley, AZ; Diane 
Colyer (Bria) of Aurora, CO; and Governor Jeff (and Ruth) Colyer, M.D. 
(Alexandra, Serena, Dominique) of Overland Park, KS.&nbsp; They have 21 ½ 
(and hopefully more future) great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is the last McKee 
or Colyer of her generation, preceded in death by her husband Jim 
(2015, son Jim (1999, her brother James McKee and her sisters, Aileen 
Nightingale and Roseanne Cechman.

On Sunday January 5, a Rosary will be 
prayed at 6:30 PM at Porter Funeral Home 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa with 
visitation to follow until 8:00 PM.&nbsp; Funeral at St. Michael Catholic 
Church, 14251 Nall, Leawood at 10:00 AM Monday January 6 followed by 
burial at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, 
the family requests donations to&nbsp;<a href="https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/colyer">https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/colyer</a>

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Lorene
 Martha (McKee) Colyer, 93, finally reunited with Jim, her husband of 67
 years on January 3, 2020. They toured in their Foretravel motorhome for
 100,000’s of miles. Now they meet in Heaven for their everlasting 
journey, happily together again.&nbsp; Lorene passed away surrounded by her 
family in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp;Lorene, a 4th 
generation Kansan, was born August 17, 1926 in “Hays America” to Zita I.
 (Bissing) and Cecil W. McKee.&nbsp; Lorene grew up during the Dustbowl and 
graduated from Girls Catholic High (1944) in Hays. She worked for her 
father at The Sweet Shop near Fort Hays and at his vending machine 
business on airbases for 13 cents an hour.&nbsp; She was a musical prodigy in
 the Bissing and Hinshaw families’ tradition.&nbsp; She was invited by 
Rudolph Ganz to attend the Chicago Conservatory. But growing up in an 
era of limits and world war, she had to continue her education at Fort 
Hays State where she loved the mathematics of harmony.&nbsp; Her passion for 
music extended from Clair de Lune to taking her kids to see the Beatles 
at Red Rocks.&nbsp; She kept a white piano by her side even at age 93.Lorene met the love of
 her life, James Daniel Colyer, as a high school freshman and wrote to 
him faithfully when he fought on Peleliu in the Pacific.&nbsp; They married 
in 1947 and settled in Hays where Jim practiced dentistry from 1955-85.&nbsp;
 She was the financial and accounting brains of their successful 
practice and marriage.&nbsp;Lorene’s children were
 her highest priority even when they were naughty. Her Catholic faith 
guided her throughout her life.&nbsp; She taught everyone that the strongest 
person was not the loudest but the most tenacious, loving, and faithful.
 She loved music, anything pink (especially her pink gingerbread house,
 playing bridge, needle-pointing Christmas stockings, spending summers 
in Steamboat Springs and Cedar Bluff lake, leading Scouts, and her 
numerous critters.&nbsp; She and Jim visited all 50 states and more than 70 
countries.&nbsp; During the Cold War they even explored the USSR and China.&nbsp; 
They later lived in Scottsdale, AZ and Olathe, KS.&nbsp; She beat lobular 
breast cancer twice, 35 years apart.Lorene and Jim have 
two daughters, two sons, and 12 grandchildren: Linda (and Rodney) King 
(Dennis, Jonn, Annette, Michael) of Gilbert, AZ; Dr. James (and Toni) 
Colyer (James III, Kelli, Chris, Kami) of Paradise Valley, AZ; Diane 
Colyer (Bria) of Aurora, CO; and Governor Jeff (and Ruth) Colyer, M.D. 
(Alexandra, Serena, Dominique) of Overland Park, KS.&nbsp; They have 21 ½ 
(and hopefully more future) great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is the last McKee 
or Colyer of her generation, preceded in death by her husband Jim 
(2015, son Jim (1999, her brother James McKee and her sisters, Aileen 
Nightingale and Roseanne Cechman.On Sunday January 5, a Rosary will be 
prayed at 6:30 PM at Porter Funeral Home 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa with 
visitation to follow until 8:00 PM.&nbsp; Funeral at St. Michael Catholic 
Church, 14251 Nall, Leawood at 10:00 AM Monday January 6 followed by 
burial at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, 
the family requests donations to&nbsp;<a href="https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/colyer">https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/colyer</a>

Lorene Martha (McKee) Colyer

Joseph Charles "J.C." Chance, 85, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2020 in Hastings, NE.


  J.C. was born October 28, 1934 in Smith Center, KS, the son of Milo 
and Edna (Holmes) Chance.&nbsp; On October 19, 1962 he married Colleen M. 
Cowley in Downs, KS, to this union they were blessed with three 
children, Jay Milo, Julie Marie and James Philip.&nbsp; 

  He was preceded in death by his parents and wife Colleen on August 14, 2011.


  J.C. is survived by two sons, Jay M. Chance of North Platte, NE, James
 P. (Heidi) Chance of Smith Center; a daughter Julie M. (Dale) Ossowski 
of Hastings, NE; a sister Barbara Pomarico of Centennial, CO; seven 
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

  Funeral services 
will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2020 at All Faiths 
Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Lance 
McDowell officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Thursday, January &nbsp;9, 
2020 from 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family present to greet friends 
from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. until service time Friday at 
the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith 
Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to The Kensington - Assisted Living 
Facility, 233 N. Hastings Ave., Hastings, NE&nbsp; 68901 and can be sent in 
care of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>Joseph Charles "J.C." Chance, 85, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2020 in Hastings, NE.
 J.C. was born October 28, 1934 in Smith Center, KS, the son of Milo 
and Edna (Holmes) Chance.&nbsp; On October 19, 1962 he married Colleen M. 
Cowley in Downs, KS, to this union they were blessed with three 
children, Jay Milo, Julie Marie and James Philip.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and wife Colleen on August 14, 2011.
 J.C. is survived by two sons, Jay M. Chance of North Platte, NE, James
 P. (Heidi) Chance of Smith Center; a daughter Julie M. (Dale) Ossowski 
of Hastings, NE; a sister Barbara Pomarico of Centennial, CO; seven 
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services 
will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2020 at All Faiths 
Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Lance 
McDowell officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Thursday, January &nbsp;9, 
2020 from 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family present to greet friends 
from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. until service time Friday at 
the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith 
Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to The Kensington - Assisted Living 
Facility, 233 N. Hastings Ave., Hastings, NE&nbsp; 68901 and can be sent in 
care of the funeral chapel.

Joseph C. 'J.C.' Chance

Thomas R. Hansen, age 60, of Goodland passed Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at the Goodland Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;

Thomas was born November 9, 1959 to Louis Francis and Patricia Ann 
(Geist) Hansen in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado.&nbsp; He grew up and went to 
school in Burlington, Colorado.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing, hunting and 
spending time with his family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Preceding him in death are his grandparents and parents; sister, Paula Malone; and brother, Louis Hansen, Jr.&nbsp;

He is survived by his sisters, Nora Rogers of Burlington, CO and Gay 
Lynn Case (Mike Niles) of Johnson, KS; and many family and friends.&nbsp;

Memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Online condolences and information&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com

Thomas R. Hansen, age 60, of Goodland passed Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at the Goodland Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;Thomas was born November 9, 1959 to Louis Francis and Patricia Ann 
(Geist) Hansen in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado.&nbsp; He grew up and went to 
school in Burlington, Colorado.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing, hunting and 
spending time with his family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Preceding him in death are his grandparents and parents; sister, Paula Malone; and brother, Louis Hansen, Jr.&nbsp;He is survived by his sisters, Nora Rogers of Burlington, CO and Gay 
Lynn Case (Mike Niles) of Johnson, KS; and many family and friends.&nbsp;Memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;Online condolences and information&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com

Thomas Ralph Hansen

Wilma Ann Riebel, 86, passed away on January 6, 2020 at the Ness 
County Hospital in Ness City, Kansas. She was born on June 16, 1933 in 
Ness City, Kansas the daughter of Frank and Helen (Dreher) Kreutzer.

Rosary and Parish Vigil will be on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, 6:30 
P.M. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home. Funeral service will be on Thursday, 
January 9, 2020, 11:00 A.M., at the Sacred Heart Church with burial in 
the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Ness City. Friends may call at Fitzgerald 
Funeral Home, Ness City, Kansas, 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Wednesday, 
January 8.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Cedar Village, or Sacred Heart Cemetery.

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 </figure>Wilma Ann Riebel, 86, passed away on January 6, 2020 at the Ness 
County Hospital in Ness City, Kansas. She was born on June 16, 1933 in 
Ness City, Kansas the daughter of Frank and Helen (Dreher) Kreutzer.Rosary and Parish Vigil will be on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, 6:30 
P.M. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home. Funeral service will be on Thursday, 
January 9, 2020, 11:00 A.M., at the Sacred Heart Church with burial in 
the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Ness City. Friends may call at Fitzgerald 
Funeral Home, Ness City, Kansas, 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Wednesday, 
January 8.Memorial contributions may be given to the Cedar Village, or Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Wilma Ann Riebel

Ruth M. Hays, age 93, of Oakley, died Sunday, January 5, 2020 in 
Lakewood, CO. She was born on February 11, 1926 in Gove County, Kansas 
to Jacob and Susie (Bigbee) Mather.

She was an LPN at the Logan County Hospital and a homemaker. Ruth married Lloyd G. Hays on August 11, 1946 in Grinnell.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents, Jake and Susie, her husband, 
Lloyd who passed away in 2005, her infant son, Daryl, seven brothers: 
Lee, Buford, Richard, Harold, Leslie, Wesley, and Gerald Mather; and 
sister, Carol Wilson. &nbsp;&nbsp;

She is survived by her sons, Ron (Debra)
 Mather of Ft. Morgan, CO, and Stuart (Carla) Mather of Austin, TX; her 
daughter, Janice (Steve) Soderlund of Parker, CO, seven grandchildren, 
four great grandchildren, and three sisters: Wilma Taylor, Evelyn 
Fitz-Roy and Marjorie Wilson, all of Newton.

Funeral service: 
10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020 at the Oakley United Methodist 
Church with Pastor Dan Hutton, officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the 
Oakley Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation: &nbsp;5 – 8 p.m. Friday, January 10 at the 
church.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. &nbsp;Memorials to 
the church may be sent in care of Koster Funeral Home, PO Box 221, 
Oakley 67748. &nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences:&nbsp; www.kennedykosterfh.com

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 </figure>Ruth M. Hays, age 93, of Oakley, died Sunday, January 5, 2020 in 
Lakewood, CO. She was born on February 11, 1926 in Gove County, Kansas 
to Jacob and Susie (Bigbee) Mather.She was an LPN at the Logan County Hospital and a homemaker. Ruth married Lloyd G. Hays on August 11, 1946 in Grinnell.She
 was preceded in death by her parents, Jake and Susie, her husband, 
Lloyd who passed away in 2005, her infant son, Daryl, seven brothers: 
Lee, Buford, Richard, Harold, Leslie, Wesley, and Gerald Mather; and 
sister, Carol Wilson. &nbsp;&nbsp;She is survived by her sons, Ron (Debra)
 Mather of Ft. Morgan, CO, and Stuart (Carla) Mather of Austin, TX; her 
daughter, Janice (Steve) Soderlund of Parker, CO, seven grandchildren, 
four great grandchildren, and three sisters: Wilma Taylor, Evelyn 
Fitz-Roy and Marjorie Wilson, all of Newton.Funeral service: 
10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020 at the Oakley United Methodist 
Church with Pastor Dan Hutton, officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the 
Oakley Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation: &nbsp;5 – 8 p.m. Friday, January 10 at the 
church.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. &nbsp;Memorials to 
the church may be sent in care of Koster Funeral Home, PO Box 221, 
Oakley 67748. &nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences:&nbsp; www.kennedykosterfh.com

Ruth M. Hays

Martha Mettscher, age 86, was born on June 22, 1933, in Hutchinson, 
Kansas and passed away on January 4, 2020, at Great Bend Health and 
Rehab in Great Bend. 

Martha was the daughter of Walter Fahrney and Etta 
(Moats) Fahrney. Martha lived in Hutchinson and Larned before moving to 
Great Bend. Martha and Ivan Mettscher were united in marriage on June 
25, 1950, and were long time residents of Great Bend. Martha was a 
secretary for USD 428 Great Bend High School and for Larned USD 495 
before retiring. Martha was President of the National Association of 
Educational Office Professionals. &nbsp;

Martha and Ivan loved spending their summers in Southfork, Colorado 
and participated in the building of the New Hope Church in Southfork. 
Martha’s hobby was reading.

Martha is survived by daughter Vicky Dayton and husband Norman of 
Ellinwood; grandchildren Ryan Dayton of Great Bend and Eric Dayton and 
wife Nikki of Lawrence, and Randi Mettscher of Balmorhea, Texas; and 
great grandchildren Liam Ivan Dayton and Loryn Linn Dayton of Lawrence, 
Kansas. Martha was preceded in death by her father, Walter Fahrney; 
mother, Etta Fahrney; husband, Ivan Mettscher; son, Randall Mettscher; 
brother, Kenneth Fahrney; and nephew, Mike Fahrney.

Cremation has taken place so there will be no visitation. Memorial 
service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, January 10, 2020, at the First 
Church of the Nazarene, 4811 Broadway, Great Bend, Kansas with Pastors 
Josh and Amy Foster officiating. Memorials suggested to the First Church
 of the Nazarene for the Haiti Water Well Project, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578491451250.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Martha Mettscher, age 86, was born on June 22, 1933, in Hutchinson, 
Kansas and passed away on January 4, 2020, at Great Bend Health and 
Rehab in Great Bend. Martha was the daughter of Walter Fahrney and Etta 
(Moats) Fahrney. Martha lived in Hutchinson and Larned before moving to 
Great Bend. Martha and Ivan Mettscher were united in marriage on June 
25, 1950, and were long time residents of Great Bend. Martha was a 
secretary for USD 428 Great Bend High School and for Larned USD 495 
before retiring. Martha was President of the National Association of 
Educational Office Professionals. &nbsp;Martha and Ivan loved spending their summers in Southfork, Colorado 
and participated in the building of the New Hope Church in Southfork. 
Martha’s hobby was reading.Martha is survived by daughter Vicky Dayton and husband Norman of 
Ellinwood; grandchildren Ryan Dayton of Great Bend and Eric Dayton and 
wife Nikki of Lawrence, and Randi Mettscher of Balmorhea, Texas; and 
great grandchildren Liam Ivan Dayton and Loryn Linn Dayton of Lawrence, 
Kansas. Martha was preceded in death by her father, Walter Fahrney; 
mother, Etta Fahrney; husband, Ivan Mettscher; son, Randall Mettscher; 
brother, Kenneth Fahrney; and nephew, Mike Fahrney.Cremation has taken place so there will be no visitation. Memorial 
service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, January 10, 2020, at the First 
Church of the Nazarene, 4811 Broadway, Great Bend, Kansas with Pastors 
Josh and Amy Foster officiating. Memorials suggested to the First Church
 of the Nazarene for the Haiti Water Well Project, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Martha Mettscher

Leila Marie (Barger) Harders, 88, was called to her eternal rest on 
January 6, 2020. She was born on July 22, 1931, at Great Bend, the 
daughter of Cecil and Mary (Mull) Barger. She married Delmer James 
Harders on October 2, 1949, in Great Bend. He died on March 15, 2001.

A resident of Benton for the last 19 years, Leila was a previous 
Great Bend resident for 33 years, coming from South Dakota. She was a 
homemaker and church organist most of her life. She was a member of Holy
 Cross Lutheran Church in Wichita. She enjoyed playing the piano and 
cooking. Leila especially loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include, two sons, Dale Harders of Ipava, IL and Scott 
Harders and wife Sandy of Moundridge; two daughters, Michele Parker of 
Benton and Lisa Harders of Towanda; two sisters, Alene Clarke of Great 
Bend and Shirley Likes of Mechanicsburg, PA; 12 grandchildren; and 6 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delmer 
Harders; one daughter, Sheila Sue Harders; one sister, Iona Ramsey; and 
one brother, Wayne Barger.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 9 p.m., Sunday, January 12, 2020 at
 Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. 
Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2020, at 
Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, with Pastor Scott Goltl 
presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend. 
Memorials are suggested to Harry Hynes Hospice or Wisconsin Evangelical 
Lutheran Synod, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578435161852.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Leila Marie (Barger) Harders, 88, was called to her eternal rest on 
January 6, 2020. She was born on July 22, 1931, at Great Bend, the 
daughter of Cecil and Mary (Mull) Barger. She married Delmer James 
Harders on October 2, 1949, in Great Bend. He died on March 15, 2001.A resident of Benton for the last 19 years, Leila was a previous 
Great Bend resident for 33 years, coming from South Dakota. She was a 
homemaker and church organist most of her life. She was a member of Holy
 Cross Lutheran Church in Wichita. She enjoyed playing the piano and 
cooking. Leila especially loved spending time with her family.Survivors include, two sons, Dale Harders of Ipava, IL and Scott 
Harders and wife Sandy of Moundridge; two daughters, Michele Parker of 
Benton and Lisa Harders of Towanda; two sisters, Alene Clarke of Great 
Bend and Shirley Likes of Mechanicsburg, PA; 12 grandchildren; and 6 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delmer 
Harders; one daughter, Sheila Sue Harders; one sister, Iona Ramsey; and 
one brother, Wayne Barger.Visitation will be held from 3 to 9 p.m., Sunday, January 12, 2020 at
 Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. 
Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, January 13, 2020, at 
Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, with Pastor Scott Goltl 
presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend. 
Memorials are suggested to Harry Hynes Hospice or Wisconsin Evangelical 
Lutheran Synod, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Leila Marie (Barger) Harders

Marcheta M. Betz Hogsett, 91, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020 
at Ness County Hospital. 

She was born on July 5, 1928 in Rush County, 
the daughter of Jacob and Anna Betz. In 1929, the Betz family moved to a
 farm southwest of Ness City. Marcheta attended Harold School, a one 
room country school within walking distance from her home. Although she 
did not get to go to high school, she earned her GED many years later.

Marcheta
 married Leonard Vern Hogsett on November 27, 1949 in Ness City. They 
were blessed with 62 years of marriage before Leonard passed away on 
July 26, 2012. Marcheta and Leonard lived in the country until 1964 when
 they built a new home in Ness City. Marcheta worked a variety of small 
jobs but her favorite job was driving truck at harvest time for her 
husband. Leonard and Marcheta retired from farming after 47 years.

Marcheta
 grew up with a love for country music, horses, and turquoise jewelry. 
After purchasing her first guitar, she took lessons. Since playing the 
guitar was her favorite hobby, Leonard developed an interest in country 
music as well. Marcheta and Leonard traveled all over Kansas playing, 
Marcheta with her guitar and Leonard with his fiddle. As members of 
Kansas Old Time Fiddlers, Pickers, and Singers, they played music at 
nursing homes, community events, senior centers, and miscellaneous 
celebrations. Marcheta never had the desire to play her guitar again 
after Leonard passed away.

Along with music, Marcheta had several 
hobbies including photography. For several years, Marcheta carried her 
camera with her wherever she went anticipating the perfect shot. She 
made several picture CDs for her family and enjoyed spending time on her
 computer. Marcheta refinished antique trunks for her children and 
grandchildren. At one time, she sold Wheatonware dishes. A special 
memory for her was being a cub scout den mother.Her family will 
always remember the delicious meals she prepared as Marcheta was a great
 cook and baker. She treasured time spent with family, especially with 
her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Marcheta was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ness City. She was also a member of the Women’s American Legion Auxiliary. Marcheta
 will be dearly missed by her two daughters, Carolyn and husband David 
Schluck of Nassau, Delaware, Marilyn and husband Steve Misner of Edmond,
 Oklahoma; one son, Larry Hogsett and wife Tammy of Lawrence, Kansas; 
six grandchildren, three step grandchildren, two great grandchildren, 
five step great grandchildren; several nephews and nieces. 

She was 
preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers, Eddie, Howard, 
Clifton, Harold, Merle, Jake Jr., and Donnie; sisters Marchtella Stegman
 and Marjorie Thomas; and one step granddaughter.

Funeral services 
will be at 10:30 A. M. on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at the First 
Baptist Church of Ness City. Burial will take place at the Ness City 
Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to First Baptist 
Church or Ness City Bank Building and may be sent to Fitzgerald Funeral 
Home, 207 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Ness City, KS 67560.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578429574782.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Marcheta M. Betz Hogsett, 91, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020 
at Ness County Hospital. She was born on July 5, 1928 in Rush County, 
the daughter of Jacob and Anna Betz. In 1929, the Betz family moved to a
 farm southwest of Ness City. Marcheta attended Harold School, a one 
room country school within walking distance from her home. Although she 
did not get to go to high school, she earned her GED many years later.Marcheta
 married Leonard Vern Hogsett on November 27, 1949 in Ness City. They 
were blessed with 62 years of marriage before Leonard passed away on 
July 26, 2012. Marcheta and Leonard lived in the country until 1964 when
 they built a new home in Ness City. Marcheta worked a variety of small 
jobs but her favorite job was driving truck at harvest time for her 
husband. Leonard and Marcheta retired from farming after 47 years.Marcheta
 grew up with a love for country music, horses, and turquoise jewelry. 
After purchasing her first guitar, she took lessons. Since playing the 
guitar was her favorite hobby, Leonard developed an interest in country 
music as well. Marcheta and Leonard traveled all over Kansas playing, 
Marcheta with her guitar and Leonard with his fiddle. As members of 
Kansas Old Time Fiddlers, Pickers, and Singers, they played music at 
nursing homes, community events, senior centers, and miscellaneous 
celebrations. Marcheta never had the desire to play her guitar again 
after Leonard passed away.Along with music, Marcheta had several 
hobbies including photography. For several years, Marcheta carried her 
camera with her wherever she went anticipating the perfect shot. She 
made several picture CDs for her family and enjoyed spending time on her
 computer. Marcheta refinished antique trunks for her children and 
grandchildren. At one time, she sold Wheatonware dishes. A special 
memory for her was being a cub scout den mother.Her family will 
always remember the delicious meals she prepared as Marcheta was a great
 cook and baker. She treasured time spent with family, especially with 
her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Marcheta was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ness City. She was also a member of the Women’s American Legion Auxiliary. Marcheta
 will be dearly missed by her two daughters, Carolyn and husband David 
Schluck of Nassau, Delaware, Marilyn and husband Steve Misner of Edmond,
 Oklahoma; one son, Larry Hogsett and wife Tammy of Lawrence, Kansas; 
six grandchildren, three step grandchildren, two great grandchildren, 
five step great grandchildren; several nephews and nieces. She was 
preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers, Eddie, Howard, 
Clifton, Harold, Merle, Jake Jr., and Donnie; sisters Marchtella Stegman
 and Marjorie Thomas; and one step granddaughter.Funeral services 
will be at 10:30 A. M. on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at the First 
Baptist Church of Ness City. Burial will take place at the Ness City 
Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to First Baptist 
Church or Ness City Bank Building and may be sent to Fitzgerald Funeral 
Home, 207 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Ness City, KS 67560.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home.

Marcheta M. Betz Hogsett

Ray N. Schweitzberger, 58, of Oberlin, Kansas passed away Sunday, 
December 29, 2019 at his home. Ray was born on September 17, 1961.  His 
parents were the late Bill and Norine (Fortin) Schweitzberger.  He 
attended Oberlin Grade School and graduated from Decatur Community High 
School.  


Ray worked as a DJ for a McCook, Nebraska radio station, Corcoran 
Funeral Home in Oberlin, Kansas, and a police officer for the Oberlin 
City Police Department.  Ray was a quiet man who stayed to himself.  He 
did enjoy traveling with his mother and talked about their many travel 
adventures.  He liked to go to dances and dance to big band music.  


Ray is survived by a sister, Lisa Volesky of Plano, Texas and close family friend, Tim Breth of Oberlin, Kansas.


He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Bill and Norine Schweitzberger.


According to Ray’s wishes, there will be no services.  Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin, Kansas is handling arrangements.

Ray N. Schweitzberger, 58, of Oberlin, Kansas passed away Sunday, 
December 29, 2019 at his home. Ray was born on September 17, 1961. His 
parents were the late Bill and Norine (Fortin) Schweitzberger. He 
attended Oberlin Grade School and graduated from Decatur Community High 
School. 
Ray worked as a DJ for a McCook, Nebraska radio station, Corcoran 
Funeral Home in Oberlin, Kansas, and a police officer for the Oberlin 
City Police Department. Ray was a quiet man who stayed to himself. He 
did enjoy traveling with his mother and talked about their many travel 
adventures. He liked to go to dances and dance to big band music. 
Ray is survived by a sister, Lisa Volesky of Plano, Texas and close family friend, Tim Breth of Oberlin, Kansas.
He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Bill and Norine Schweitzberger.
According to Ray’s wishes, there will be no services. Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin, Kansas is handling arrangements.

Ray N. Schweitzberger

Norma Ann (Campbell) Snyder,
 92, of Salina, Kansas, and formerly of Russell, Kansas, passed away 
Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Kenwood View Health &amp; Rehab Center in 
Salina.

Norma was born November 27, 1927 in Salina, the daughter of Joseph and Bernice (Mattingly) Campbell. She grew up in Wakeeney, Kansas and graduated from Wakeeney High School.&nbsp; She then attended Ft. Hays State University.

Norma was united in 
marriage to Robert W. Snyder on August 19, 1948 in Wakeeney.&nbsp; This union
 was blessed with three children; Steve, Kent and Patricia.&nbsp; They made 
their home in Pawnee Rock, Kansas until 1950 when they moved to Salina.&nbsp;
 Then in 1955 they moved to Russell, living there until 2006 when Norma 
returned to Salina.&nbsp; Robert preceded her in death on March 27, 2006.

Norma was a devoted wife
 and homemaker for her family.&nbsp; She worked for Chet Loving Oil Company 
in Russell as a part time secretary.&nbsp; She was a member of the First 
Congregational Church of Russell.&nbsp; In her spare time she enjoyed sewing,
 knitting, needlepoint, cross stitching and cooking.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
traveling and camping at Wilson Lake with Robert.

Norma’s surviving family
 include her daughter, Patricia Stoeppelwerth (Paul) of&nbsp; John’s Creek, 
Georgia; sons, Steve Snyder (Mary) of Salina, Kansas and Kent Snyder 
(Cindy) of Rancho Santa Fe, California; half-sister, JoAnn Childress of 
Los Cruses, New Mexico; seven grandchildren, Quinn, Clay, Evan, Ryan, 
Erin, Philip and Laura; and five great grandchildren Reese, Luka, 
Griffin, Grant and Sloane. She was preceded in death by her parents, 
husband Robert, half brother Jim Campbell, and half sisters Betty 
Anderson and Ion Brodigan.

A private family service
 will be held at a later date.&nbsp; The family has requested cremation.&nbsp; A 
Memorial has been established with First Congregational Church.&nbsp; 
Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578578924053.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Norma Ann (Campbell) Snyder,
 92, of Salina, Kansas, and formerly of Russell, Kansas, passed away 
Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Kenwood View Health &amp; Rehab Center in 
Salina.Norma was born November 27, 1927 in Salina, the daughter of Joseph and Bernice (Mattingly) Campbell. She grew up in Wakeeney, Kansas and graduated from Wakeeney High School.&nbsp; She then attended Ft. Hays State University.Norma was united in 
marriage to Robert W. Snyder on August 19, 1948 in Wakeeney.&nbsp; This union
 was blessed with three children; Steve, Kent and Patricia.&nbsp; They made 
their home in Pawnee Rock, Kansas until 1950 when they moved to Salina.&nbsp;
 Then in 1955 they moved to Russell, living there until 2006 when Norma 
returned to Salina.&nbsp; Robert preceded her in death on March 27, 2006.Norma was a devoted wife
 and homemaker for her family.&nbsp; She worked for Chet Loving Oil Company 
in Russell as a part time secretary.&nbsp; She was a member of the First 
Congregational Church of Russell.&nbsp; In her spare time she enjoyed sewing,
 knitting, needlepoint, cross stitching and cooking.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
traveling and camping at Wilson Lake with Robert.Norma’s surviving family
 include her daughter, Patricia Stoeppelwerth (Paul) of&nbsp; John’s Creek, 
Georgia; sons, Steve Snyder (Mary) of Salina, Kansas and Kent Snyder 
(Cindy) of Rancho Santa Fe, California; half-sister, JoAnn Childress of 
Los Cruses, New Mexico; seven grandchildren, Quinn, Clay, Evan, Ryan, 
Erin, Philip and Laura; and five great grandchildren Reese, Luka, 
Griffin, Grant and Sloane. She was preceded in death by her parents, 
husband Robert, half brother Jim Campbell, and half sisters Betty 
Anderson and Ion Brodigan.A private family service
 will be held at a later date.&nbsp; The family has requested cremation.&nbsp; A 
Memorial has been established with First Congregational Church.&nbsp; 
Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Norma Ann (Campbell) Snyder

Reggie Lynn Pywell, age 64 of 
Wichita, passed away on January 1, 2020 in Wichita. He was born on 
December 15, 1955 to Rose (Sparks) Pywell and Charles (Corky) Pywell.

Reggie graduated from Plainville High
 School in 1975. He completed courses at the vo-tech school in Salina, 
KS and moved to Phillipsburg to work at Newells. He moved to Wichita 
where he was briefly employed at Cessna. He then took a position with 
Boeing, where he went into the field and taught how to install and 
implement electronics on B-1s and B-52s. This position required several 
moves. Tiring of the moves after 11 years, he moved to electrical 
maintenance at Boeing which later sold to Spirit Aerosystems. Reggie 
worked in electrical maintenance at Spirit until his retirement in 2010.

Reggie was a person of strong moral 
and political views. He was a family oriented person, always assisting 
family with projects and hosting family get-togethers. Other than 
spending time with family, his favorite pastime was watching and 
cheering for Kansas Jayhawk basketball.

He is survived by his brothers Rick 
Pywell of Plainville, Terry (Denise) Pywell and Kevin Pywell of Wichita,
 sisters Cherie (Lynn) Houser and Lisa (Brian) Moos of Plainville, Vicky
 (Bill) Haselwood of Cherryvale, Pam (Rob) Meyer of Waukesha, WI; 15 
nieces and nephews and 13 great nieces and nephews.

Reggie was preceded in death by his 
parents, Rose and Charles Pywell; grandparents Daisy and Albert Sparks 
and Fern and Cecil Pywell.

Services will be held Saturday, 
January 11, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at the Nazarene Church in Plainville. 
Visitation will be held at the church from 11 a.m. until time of 
service. Burial to follow at the Pleasantview Cemetery in Palco.

Services provided by Schmitt Funeral Home of WaKeeney, <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.
 Memorials are suggested to the Reggie Pywell Memorial Fund and may be 
sent, payable to the fund, in care of Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12th 
St, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

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 </figure>Reggie Lynn Pywell, age 64 of 
Wichita, passed away on January 1, 2020 in Wichita. He was born on 
December 15, 1955 to Rose (Sparks) Pywell and Charles (Corky) Pywell.Reggie graduated from Plainville High
 School in 1975. He completed courses at the vo-tech school in Salina, 
KS and moved to Phillipsburg to work at Newells. He moved to Wichita 
where he was briefly employed at Cessna. He then took a position with 
Boeing, where he went into the field and taught how to install and 
implement electronics on B-1s and B-52s. This position required several 
moves. Tiring of the moves after 11 years, he moved to electrical 
maintenance at Boeing which later sold to Spirit Aerosystems. Reggie 
worked in electrical maintenance at Spirit until his retirement in 2010.Reggie was a person of strong moral 
and political views. He was a family oriented person, always assisting 
family with projects and hosting family get-togethers. Other than 
spending time with family, his favorite pastime was watching and 
cheering for Kansas Jayhawk basketball.He is survived by his brothers Rick 
Pywell of Plainville, Terry (Denise) Pywell and Kevin Pywell of Wichita,
 sisters Cherie (Lynn) Houser and Lisa (Brian) Moos of Plainville, Vicky
 (Bill) Haselwood of Cherryvale, Pam (Rob) Meyer of Waukesha, WI; 15 
nieces and nephews and 13 great nieces and nephews.Reggie was preceded in death by his 
parents, Rose and Charles Pywell; grandparents Daisy and Albert Sparks 
and Fern and Cecil Pywell.Services will be held Saturday, 
January 11, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at the Nazarene Church in Plainville. 
Visitation will be held at the church from 11 a.m. until time of 
service. Burial to follow at the Pleasantview Cemetery in Palco.Services provided by Schmitt Funeral Home of WaKeeney, <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.
 Memorials are suggested to the Reggie Pywell Memorial Fund and may be 
sent, payable to the fund, in care of Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12th 
St, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Reggie Lynn Pywell

John “Jack” L. Budig, age 71 of Hill City, Kansas passed away on January
 4, 2020 in Hill City. He was born to Arthur and Viola (Dreiling) Budig 
on August 11, 1948 in Hays, Kansas. Jack grew up in Plainville where he 
graduated from Plainville High School with the class of 1966. After high
 school he enlisted in the United States Army and faithfully served for 
four years. Following his honorable discharge, he lived in Plainville 
where he worked in the oilfields, was a mechanic, and a truck driver. 


Jack enjoyed the outdoors, playing pool, fishing for catfish, riding
 his motorcycle, and above all, his grandkids. He was a member of the 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church.


He is survived by his sons, Nickolaus Budig and significant other 
Joni Otter-Shellito of Hill City and Nathan (Misti) Budig of Wakeeney, 
KS; brothers, Vernon Budig of Canton, OK, David (Patty) Budig of Lewis, 
KS, Doug Budig and significant other Deb Meyers of Russell, KS, and 
Robert (Lori) Budig of Piedmont, OK; sister, Kathy (Jason) Harrison of 
Woodward, OK; and five grandchildren, Lexi, Rayleigh and Johanna 
Shellito and Dylan and Ryan Budig.


Jack is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Viola Budig; 
and siblings, Arthur Budig, Sharon Arnhold, Janice Budig, Nicholas 
Budig, and Eleanor Budig.


A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 
2020 at 10:30 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville with 
burial to follow at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Plainville.  
Visitation will be held on Tuesday 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a Vigil 
and Rosary at 7:00 PM at the funeral home in Plainville. 


Memorials are suggested to the Jack Budig Memorial Fund and may be 
sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, 
Plainville, KS 67663.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1578319617823.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>John “Jack” L. Budig, age 71 of Hill City, Kansas passed away on January
 4, 2020 in Hill City. He was born to Arthur and Viola (Dreiling) Budig 
on August 11, 1948 in Hays, Kansas. Jack grew up in Plainville where he 
graduated from Plainville High School with the class of 1966. After high
 school he enlisted in the United States Army and faithfully served for 
four years. Following his honorable discharge, he lived in Plainville 
where he worked in the oilfields, was a mechanic, and a truck driver. 
Jack enjoyed the outdoors, playing pool, fishing for catfish, riding
 his motorcycle, and above all, his grandkids. He was a member of the 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
He is survived by his sons, Nickolaus Budig and significant other 
Joni Otter-Shellito of Hill City and Nathan (Misti) Budig of Wakeeney, 
KS; brothers, Vernon Budig of Canton, OK, David (Patty) Budig of Lewis, 
KS, Doug Budig and significant other Deb Meyers of Russell, KS, and 
Robert (Lori) Budig of Piedmont, OK; sister, Kathy (Jason) Harrison of 
Woodward, OK; and five grandchildren, Lexi, Rayleigh and Johanna 
Shellito and Dylan and Ryan Budig.
Jack is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Viola Budig; 
and siblings, Arthur Budig, Sharon Arnhold, Janice Budig, Nicholas 
Budig, and Eleanor Budig.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 
2020 at 10:30 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville with 
burial to follow at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Plainville. 
Visitation will be held on Tuesday 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a Vigil 
and Rosary at 7:00 PM at the funeral home in Plainville. 
Memorials are suggested to the Jack Budig Memorial Fund and may be 
sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, 
Plainville, KS 67663.

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