On Dec. 26th, 2019, Judith Karen (Hohner) Schrepel passed away at the Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo. She was 84 years old.

Judy was born on Jan. 13, 1935, in Dodge City, Kansas, to Myrtle Alice (Parsons) and Leonard Fenton Hohner. She was a Dust Bowl baby and was raised on the farm northwest of Ulysses in Grant County.

Growing up she enjoyed the country life and went to school in Ulysses. She attended Fort Hays State University and graduated with a bachelor of science degree.

On Aug. 26, 1956, she married Wilfred Eugene Schrepel and they raised two boys in Ulysses. She was a warm and loving mother. Her kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids were her great joy.

Judy was a dedicated educator for 29 years first in Plainville and Norton then in Ulysses. She was certainly a part of her community and active in the Grace Lutheran Church, book club, Monday Study Club, sorority, bridge club, was a director of the Grant County Scholarship Foundation and participated in several quilt groups among others. Making beautiful quilts for her family and friends was her passion.

Judy is survived by her two sons, Douglas Schrepel of Colorado Springs, and Bradley Schrepel of Ketchikan, Alaska; her five grandchildren, Caitlin Schrepel of Seattle, Jordan Schrepel of Seattle, Marissa Schrepel of Colorado Springs, Alanna Schrepel of Bellingham, Wash., and Wyatt Schrepel of Seattle; and two great-grandchildren, Ellie and Nora Hendricks of Seattle.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019 at the First United Methodist Church in Ulysses, with Reverend Todd Guinn officiating. Burial will be at the Ellinwood Lakin Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. 

In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to the Grant County Scholarship Foundation in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at <a href="http://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com">www.garnandfuneralhomes.com</a>.

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 <figcaption>Judith Karen (Hohner) Schrepel</figcaption>
 </figure>On Dec. 26th, 2019, Judith Karen (Hohner) Schrepel passed away at the Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo. She was 84 years old.Judy was born on Jan. 13, 1935, in Dodge City, Kansas, to Myrtle Alice (Parsons) and Leonard Fenton Hohner. She was a Dust Bowl baby and was raised on the farm northwest of Ulysses in Grant County.Growing up she enjoyed the country life and went to school in Ulysses. She attended Fort Hays State University and graduated with a bachelor of science degree.On Aug. 26, 1956, she married Wilfred Eugene Schrepel and they raised two boys in Ulysses. She was a warm and loving mother. Her kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids were her great joy.Judy was a dedicated educator for 29 years first in Plainville and Norton then in Ulysses. She was certainly a part of her community and active in the Grace Lutheran Church, book club, Monday Study Club, sorority, bridge club, was a director of the Grant County Scholarship Foundation and participated in several quilt groups among others. Making beautiful quilts for her family and friends was her passion.Judy is survived by her two sons, Douglas Schrepel of Colorado Springs, and Bradley Schrepel of Ketchikan, Alaska; her five grandchildren, Caitlin Schrepel of Seattle, Jordan Schrepel of Seattle, Marissa Schrepel of Colorado Springs, Alanna Schrepel of Bellingham, Wash., and Wyatt Schrepel of Seattle; and two great-grandchildren, Ellie and Nora Hendricks of Seattle.Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019 at the First United Methodist Church in Ulysses, with Reverend Todd Guinn officiating. Burial will be at the Ellinwood Lakin Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to the Grant County Scholarship Foundation in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at <a href="http://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com">www.garnandfuneralhomes.com</a>.

Judith Karen (Hohner) Schrepel

Anita R. (McInteer) Van Pelt was born in Manhattan, Kan., on Nov. 4,1936, the daughter of W.R. McInteer and Florence Bell (Cragg) McInteer. She passed away after a long illness on Dec. 26, 2019 at her home in Oberlin.

Anita grew up in Manhattan, where she attended school and also at Westmoreland. She always thought of Manhattan as her home even though due to health problems had lived near her daughter in Oberlin for several years.

She treasured all of her family and her many friends around the Manhattan area that were an important part of her life. She was always a hard worker and worked as a bookkeeper for Big A Auto for several years, managed a couple of restaurants and worked at McCall Pattern Company in Manhattan up until she retired.

Anita loved spending time with her family, working crossword puzzles and watching sci-fi movies. She was an avid reader and had a hard time putting a good book down, sometimes reading for hours. Anita was a loving, devoted mother to her children Randy and Terry, not a day went by that she didn't tell them how much she loved them.

Anita was preceded in death by her parents, W.R. McInteer and Florence McInteer; sisters, Dora Jean Mills and Frances Vollowich; and her brothers, Eldon, Burt, Richard and Allen McInteer.

Survivors include her son, Randy Van Pelt, Hutchinson; daughter Terry Berry and husband, Cary of Oberlin; grandchildren, Heather, Wendy and Levi; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Anita's family want to express sincere gratitude to the Good Samaritan Society for the wonderful care provided to her over the years. Also, to the nurses and all of the staff at Decatur Health Systems for their kindness and care of Anita while she was there. A special thank you to her kind and loved friend, Mary, that helped take care of Anita and was such a comfort for her. A special thank you to her wonderful neighbor, Ann, who also was a caring friend to Anita.

Family and friends are invited to join a celebration of Anita's life at 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020 at Wamego United Methodist Church in Wamego. A luncheon will follow the service.

The family suggests memorials to the Anita R. Van Pelt Memorial Fund. Memorials may be sent in care of Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749.

Words of comfort may be left at <a href="http://paulsfh.com">paulsfh.com</a>.

A Mother is an angel God sent so we would know how very much He loved us in the best way He could show.

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 </figure>Anita R. (McInteer) Van Pelt was born in Manhattan, Kan., on Nov. 4,1936, the daughter of W.R. McInteer and Florence Bell (Cragg) McInteer. She passed away after a long illness on Dec. 26, 2019 at her home in Oberlin.Anita grew up in Manhattan, where she attended school and also at Westmoreland. She always thought of Manhattan as her home even though due to health problems had lived near her daughter in Oberlin for several years.She treasured all of her family and her many friends around the Manhattan area that were an important part of her life. She was always a hard worker and worked as a bookkeeper for Big A Auto for several years, managed a couple of restaurants and worked at McCall Pattern Company in Manhattan up until she retired.Anita loved spending time with her family, working crossword puzzles and watching sci-fi movies. She was an avid reader and had a hard time putting a good book down, sometimes reading for hours. Anita was a loving, devoted mother to her children Randy and Terry, not a day went by that she didn't tell them how much she loved them.Anita was preceded in death by her parents, W.R. McInteer and Florence McInteer; sisters, Dora Jean Mills and Frances Vollowich; and her brothers, Eldon, Burt, Richard and Allen McInteer.Survivors include her son, Randy Van Pelt, Hutchinson; daughter Terry Berry and husband, Cary of Oberlin; grandchildren, Heather, Wendy and Levi; and numerous nieces and nephews.Anita's family want to express sincere gratitude to the Good Samaritan Society for the wonderful care provided to her over the years. Also, to the nurses and all of the staff at Decatur Health Systems for their kindness and care of Anita while she was there. A special thank you to her kind and loved friend, Mary, that helped take care of Anita and was such a comfort for her. A special thank you to her wonderful neighbor, Ann, who also was a caring friend to Anita.Family and friends are invited to join a celebration of Anita's life at 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020 at Wamego United Methodist Church in Wamego. A luncheon will follow the service.The family suggests memorials to the Anita R. Van Pelt Memorial Fund. Memorials may be sent in care of Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749.Words of comfort may be left at <a href="http://paulsfh.com">paulsfh.com</a>.A Mother is an angel God sent so we would know how very much He loved us in the best way He could show.

Anita R. (McInteer) Van Pelt

Miriam Louise (Schandler) Slipke was born in New Almelo, Kan., on July 13, 1929 and died on Dec. 26, 2019, in Hoxie. Miriam was the fourth of five children born to Joseph and Dolorose (Steichen) Schandler.

As a child Miriam was her father’s “right-hand man” on the farm helping with the milking, plowing, shucking corn, driving horses and sawing with a two-man saw. She often recounted memories of swimming in the Solomon River with her sisters and fun times at Coffin Rock.

After graduation from Mt. St. Scholastica, Atchison, Miriam took the train to Washington, D.C., where she was employed by Crane Co. A year and a half later she moved to Norton, where she worked in the Production &amp; Marketing Admin. County office.

Miriam married Edwin Slipke on Sept. 26, 1950 and moved to a small home in the Lucerne area. Here she cultivated flower and produce gardens, tended fruit trees, raised chickens and maintained the house and yard while Edwin built up the farm and ranch operation.

Miriam would often say that she could not even boil water when she got married, but she became an accomplished cook, baker and seamstress. Miriam canned fruit, tomatoes, pickles, and butchered chickens and rendered lard. She recycled and repurposed long before it was popular. She was known for her thin, flaky pie crusts and homemade bread. 

Children remember the aroma of freshly baked bread greeting them when they got home from school. It was an especially delightful moment when the children discovered that she had made donuts or maple bars! 

The farmhouse was bursting at the seams, so in 1963 Edwin and Miriam built a home in New Almelo for their growing family. In 2004, as Edwin’s health declined, they moved to Hoxie where Miriam continued her quilting. She was an avid quilter having hand-quilted well over 100 quilts, most of which were given to charity.

Miriam was a devout and faithful member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in New Almelo and currently a member of St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie. She was a former St Ann’s Sodality president, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, New Almelo, president of the Vicariate, Salina Diocese and volunteered for many years at the Swap Shop in Hoxie.

She was preceded in death in 2006 by her husband Edwin, her parents, her sisters, Imogene Ninemire and Beatrice “Tucky” Hickert, infant sister, Jeanette, and infant brother, Urban.

She is survived by three daughters and five sons: Pamela (Dan) David, Pullman, Wash., Michael (Kathy) Slipke, Downs, Linda (Ron) Baumberger, Salina, Theresa (Ivan) Sarac, Woodbridge, Va., David Slipke, Bristol, Conn., Raymond (Bonita) Slipke, New Almelo, William (Michelle) Slipke, Hoxie, and Alan (Phyllis) Slipke, Netawaka; 20 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 at the St. Joseph Church in New Almelo. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery in New Almelo.

Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020 at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie and from 5 to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie.

Following visitation a vigil will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020, at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to masses, St. Francis Cabrini Grotto fund in Hoxie, St. Joseph’s Church in New Almelo, or the memorial of your choice. Memorials may be sent to Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740.

Words of comfort may be left at <a href="http://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com">www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com</a>.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Miriam Louise (Schandler) Slipke</figcaption>
 </figure>Miriam Louise (Schandler) Slipke was born in New Almelo, Kan., on July 13, 1929 and died on Dec. 26, 2019, in Hoxie. Miriam was the fourth of five children born to Joseph and Dolorose (Steichen) Schandler.As a child Miriam was her father’s “right-hand man” on the farm helping with the milking, plowing, shucking corn, driving horses and sawing with a two-man saw. She often recounted memories of swimming in the Solomon River with her sisters and fun times at Coffin Rock.After graduation from Mt. St. Scholastica, Atchison, Miriam took the train to Washington, D.C., where she was employed by Crane Co. A year and a half later she moved to Norton, where she worked in the Production &amp; Marketing Admin. County office.Miriam married Edwin Slipke on Sept. 26, 1950 and moved to a small home in the Lucerne area. Here she cultivated flower and produce gardens, tended fruit trees, raised chickens and maintained the house and yard while Edwin built up the farm and ranch operation.Miriam would often say that she could not even boil water when she got married, but she became an accomplished cook, baker and seamstress. Miriam canned fruit, tomatoes, pickles, and butchered chickens and rendered lard. She recycled and repurposed long before it was popular. She was known for her thin, flaky pie crusts and homemade bread. Children remember the aroma of freshly baked bread greeting them when they got home from school. It was an especially delightful moment when the children discovered that she had made donuts or maple bars! The farmhouse was bursting at the seams, so in 1963 Edwin and Miriam built a home in New Almelo for their growing family. In 2004, as Edwin’s health declined, they moved to Hoxie where Miriam continued her quilting. She was an avid quilter having hand-quilted well over 100 quilts, most of which were given to charity.Miriam was a devout and faithful member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in New Almelo and currently a member of St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie. She was a former St Ann’s Sodality president, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, New Almelo, president of the Vicariate, Salina Diocese and volunteered for many years at the Swap Shop in Hoxie.She was preceded in death in 2006 by her husband Edwin, her parents, her sisters, Imogene Ninemire and Beatrice “Tucky” Hickert, infant sister, Jeanette, and infant brother, Urban.She is survived by three daughters and five sons: Pamela (Dan) David, Pullman, Wash., Michael (Kathy) Slipke, Downs, Linda (Ron) Baumberger, Salina, Theresa (Ivan) Sarac, Woodbridge, Va., David Slipke, Bristol, Conn., Raymond (Bonita) Slipke, New Almelo, William (Michelle) Slipke, Hoxie, and Alan (Phyllis) Slipke, Netawaka; 20 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 at the St. Joseph Church in New Almelo. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery in New Almelo.Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020 at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie and from 5 to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie.Following visitation a vigil will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020, at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to masses, St. Francis Cabrini Grotto fund in Hoxie, St. Joseph’s Church in New Almelo, or the memorial of your choice. Memorials may be sent to Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740.Words of comfort may be left at <a href="http://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com">www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com</a>.

Miriam Louise (Schandler) Slipke

Karen Marie Hicks, 56, died Dec. 26, 2019, at her home in Versailles, Mo. She was born Feb. 4, 1963, in La Crosse, the daughter of Raymond and Rita Mae (Kisner) Legleiter.

Karen spent her childhood in Hoisington. She married Garry Kyle Hicks on July 5, 1983, in McKenzie, Tenn., where they spent 32 years, before moving to Versailles, Mo., in March 2019.

She is survived by her husband Garry Kyle Hicks, and daughters, Promise Marie Hicks of Versailles, Mo., and Amberley Dawn Hicks of Gleason, Tenn.; sister, Melissa Spires and husband Willie of Hoisington, three grandchildren, Jesse and James Barnhart, and Alexis Manness.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Rita Mae Brown and brother, Gordan Ray Legleiter.

Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2019 at St. John Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington, with Pastor Mike Joiner presiding.

Memorials may be made to the Karen Hicks Funeral Expense Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Karen Marie Hicks, 56, died Dec. 26, 2019, at her home in Versailles, Mo. She was born Feb. 4, 1963, in La Crosse, the daughter of Raymond and Rita Mae (Kisner) Legleiter.Karen spent her childhood in Hoisington. She married Garry Kyle Hicks on July 5, 1983, in McKenzie, Tenn., where they spent 32 years, before moving to Versailles, Mo., in March 2019.She is survived by her husband Garry Kyle Hicks, and daughters, Promise Marie Hicks of Versailles, Mo., and Amberley Dawn Hicks of Gleason, Tenn.; sister, Melissa Spires and husband Willie of Hoisington, three grandchildren, Jesse and James Barnhart, and Alexis Manness.She was preceded in death by her mother, Rita Mae Brown and brother, Gordan Ray Legleiter.Graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2019 at St. John Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington, with Pastor Mike Joiner presiding.Memorials may be made to the Karen Hicks Funeral Expense Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Karen Marie Hicks

Alberta K. “Hokie” Augustine, 96, Hays, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.

She was born June 23, 1923 in Victoria to John and Catherine (Sander) Billinger. On April 11, 1945 she was united in marriage to Edward “Eddie” Augustine, and they celebrated 52 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on May 27, 1997. She was a loving mother, wife, homemaker and devoted member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

Survivors include three daughters; Sharon Basso and husband John of Hays, Becky Quigley and husband Mark of Hays, and Wanda Honeywell and husband Mike of Saint Louis; six grandchildren; Sean Henschel, Aaron Basso, Tracy Howe, Bridget Arnold, Chad Quigley, and Amber Delcamp; 10 great-grandchildren; Cherise Dark, Raina and Raylan Basso, Tyler Quigley, Helen and Anna Cappuccio, Taylor and Jake Arnold, and Ryley and Grace Howe; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband Eddie; two brothers, Alfred and Clarence Billinger; three sisters, Katherine Kuhn, Irene Schmidt and Mathilda Kippes.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019 at the Basilica of St. Fidelis in Victoria with Fr. John Schmeidler officiating.&nbsp; 

Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery in Hays. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until service time on Tuesday at the Basilica. 

A vigil service and Rosary will be at 5:30 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, to the Basilica of St. Fidelis, or to masses.

Condolences and memories of Alberta may be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alberta K. “Hokie” Augustine, 96, Hays, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.She was born June 23, 1923 in Victoria to John and Catherine (Sander) Billinger. On April 11, 1945 she was united in marriage to Edward “Eddie” Augustine, and they celebrated 52 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on May 27, 1997. She was a loving mother, wife, homemaker and devoted member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.Survivors include three daughters; Sharon Basso and husband John of Hays, Becky Quigley and husband Mark of Hays, and Wanda Honeywell and husband Mike of Saint Louis; six grandchildren; Sean Henschel, Aaron Basso, Tracy Howe, Bridget Arnold, Chad Quigley, and Amber Delcamp; 10 great-grandchildren; Cherise Dark, Raina and Raylan Basso, Tyler Quigley, Helen and Anna Cappuccio, Taylor and Jake Arnold, and Ryley and Grace Howe; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband Eddie; two brothers, Alfred and Clarence Billinger; three sisters, Katherine Kuhn, Irene Schmidt and Mathilda Kippes.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019 at the Basilica of St. Fidelis in Victoria with Fr. John Schmeidler officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery in Hays. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. until service time on Tuesday at the Basilica. A vigil service and Rosary will be at 5:30 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, to the Basilica of St. Fidelis, or to masses.Condolences and memories of Alberta may be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alberta K. Augustine

KENSINGTON – Jerry L. Hudson age 70 passed away on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at the Smith Center Health and Rehab Center in Smith Center. Jerry was born the son of Robert “Dutch” and Mildred “Mid” (Conaway) Hudson on Feb. 15, 1949 in Smith Center. He was an automotive mechanic, loved watching IMCA and NASCAR racing, trap shooting and served on the Athol Fire Department.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife Pam "Pammy" and brothers Dean Hudson, Jason Marion “Fuzzy” Hudson and Donald Hudson; sister Donnalea Hudson.

Survivors include his daughters Chandra (Brandon) Pfeifer of Ellis, and JayDee Hudson of Kensington; his sons Dustin (Amy) Hudson of Ellis, Jared (Stacey) Hudson of Westminster, Md., and Josh (Amanda) Hudson of Kensington; 15 grandchildren Blake, Alexandra (Jeremy, Chase, Trey, Lane, Abbey, Logan, Carter, Konnor, Luke, Kylee, Kayden, Cooper, Justus, Justin; a sister Karen Jorgensen of Sneads Ferry, N.C.; mother-in-law Marie Garrison; sister-in-law Pat (Larry); brothers in law Terry Garrison, Jerry (Dee) Garrison, Roger (Kim) Garrison; sisters-in-law Sandy Hudson and Linda Manning.

Celebration of Life Services&nbsp; will be a 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019 at First St. John Lutheran Church, 322 N. Adams, Kensington, KS 66951.

Hudson's final resting place will be at Myer Pleasant View Cemetery, 160 RD and J RD, Athol, KS 66932.

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 </figure>KENSINGTON – Jerry L. Hudson age 70 passed away on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at the Smith Center Health and Rehab Center in Smith Center. Jerry was born the son of Robert “Dutch” and Mildred “Mid” (Conaway) Hudson on Feb. 15, 1949 in Smith Center. He was an automotive mechanic, loved watching IMCA and NASCAR racing, trap shooting and served on the Athol Fire Department.Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife Pam "Pammy" and brothers Dean Hudson, Jason Marion “Fuzzy” Hudson and Donald Hudson; sister Donnalea Hudson.Survivors include his daughters Chandra (Brandon) Pfeifer of Ellis, and JayDee Hudson of Kensington; his sons Dustin (Amy) Hudson of Ellis, Jared (Stacey) Hudson of Westminster, Md., and Josh (Amanda) Hudson of Kensington; 15 grandchildren Blake, Alexandra (Jeremy, Chase, Trey, Lane, Abbey, Logan, Carter, Konnor, Luke, Kylee, Kayden, Cooper, Justus, Justin; a sister Karen Jorgensen of Sneads Ferry, N.C.; mother-in-law Marie Garrison; sister-in-law Pat (Larry); brothers in law Terry Garrison, Jerry (Dee) Garrison, Roger (Kim) Garrison; sisters-in-law Sandy Hudson and Linda Manning.Celebration of Life Services&nbsp; will be a 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019 at First St. John Lutheran Church, 322 N. Adams, Kensington, KS 66951.Hudson's final resting place will be at Myer Pleasant View Cemetery, 160 RD and J RD, Athol, KS 66932.

Jerry L. Hudson

SCOTT CITY—Mario “Marvin” Vallejo, age 61, passed away on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at his home in Scott City. He was born on Jan. 15, 1958 in Lubbock, Texas, the son of Juan Vallejo and Manuela and Greg Rodriguez.&nbsp; Marvin was a resident of Scott City since 1978, moving from Leoti. He worked from 1978 to 1989 for Missouri Pacific Railroad, then from 1989 to 2013 for KN Energy. In 2013 he then began his own handyman and tree trimming business until 2017.

On Oct. 5, 1979 he married Rhonda Lewis in Leoti.&nbsp; She survives.

Survivors include his wife - Rhonda Vallejo of Scott City, one son, T.J. And Paige Vallejo of Scott City, two daughters, Ashlee Kliesen and Jamie Percival of Scott City, Nickole and Aydan Kinney of Lawrence, five grandchildren, Noah Kliesen, Beau Gough, Pierce Vallejo, Rafe Vallejo all of Scott City, Zyda Kinney of Lawrence, seven brothers-CJ and Eileen Vallejo of Augusta, Joe and Emily Vallejo of Wichita, Sam and Martha Vallejo of Leoti, David and Angela Vallejo of Festus, Mo., Juan Vallejo, Checko and Janelle Vallejo of Holcomb, and one sister, Hortencia and Sam Garcia of Hays.

He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather, two brothers and one sister.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, 2019 at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City.&nbsp;

Burial will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City.&nbsp;

Memorials can be made to the Mario Vallejo Memorial Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.

Visitation will be from 2 until 8 p.m. Sunday and Monday 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City.

SCOTT CITY—Mario “Marvin” Vallejo, age 61, passed away on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at his home in Scott City. He was born on Jan. 15, 1958 in Lubbock, Texas, the son of Juan Vallejo and Manuela and Greg Rodriguez.&nbsp; Marvin was a resident of Scott City since 1978, moving from Leoti. He worked from 1978 to 1989 for Missouri Pacific Railroad, then from 1989 to 2013 for KN Energy. In 2013 he then began his own handyman and tree trimming business until 2017.On Oct. 5, 1979 he married Rhonda Lewis in Leoti.&nbsp; She survives.Survivors include his wife - Rhonda Vallejo of Scott City, one son, T.J. And Paige Vallejo of Scott City, two daughters, Ashlee Kliesen and Jamie Percival of Scott City, Nickole and Aydan Kinney of Lawrence, five grandchildren, Noah Kliesen, Beau Gough, Pierce Vallejo, Rafe Vallejo all of Scott City, Zyda Kinney of Lawrence, seven brothers-CJ and Eileen Vallejo of Augusta, Joe and Emily Vallejo of Wichita, Sam and Martha Vallejo of Leoti, David and Angela Vallejo of Festus, Mo., Juan Vallejo, Checko and Janelle Vallejo of Holcomb, and one sister, Hortencia and Sam Garcia of Hays.He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather, two brothers and one sister.Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, 2019 at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City.&nbsp;Burial will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City.&nbsp;Memorials can be made to the Mario Vallejo Memorial Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.Visitation will be from 2 until 8 p.m. Sunday and Monday 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City.

Mario 'Marvin' Vallejo

Darin Scott Coleman, 52, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Darin was born December 20, 1967 in Russell, the son of Robert L. and Sharon M. (Jones) Coleman. He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in 1987. He was a wrestler in high school.

Darin served his country in the U.S. Marines. He served one year before received a medical Honorable Discharge.

Darin was an independent and commercial Truck Driver. He drove many years with Warren Davidson Trucking before becoming the owner and operator of D &amp; T Trucking. He then worked three years as a Corrections Officer for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. Darin enjoyed hunting and fishing, was an avid fan of Oklahoma Sooner and the Kansas City Chiefs. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving family include his two daughters, Brittany Ploutz (Jack, Jr.) of Russell, Kansas and Shelby Cole (Kevin Rich) of Downs, Kansas; sister, Connie Koch (Jim) of Russell, Kansas; and six grandchildren, Jessy, Danikah, Lexi, Bella, Kaycee and Jaxx. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Orville and Orpha Jones; father, and brother Don Coleman.

A Gathering Service will be held at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell on Monday, December 30, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with the family present to greet friends. A Memorial has been established with the Russell Wrestling Club. Contributions and condolences may be sent to P<a href="http://www.pvpmortuary.com/index.asp?documentID=1681">ohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary</a>, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Darin Scott Coleman, 52, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Darin was born December 20, 1967 in Russell, the son of Robert L. and Sharon M. (Jones) Coleman. He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in 1987. He was a wrestler in high school.Darin served his country in the U.S. Marines. He served one year before received a medical Honorable Discharge.Darin was an independent and commercial Truck Driver. He drove many years with Warren Davidson Trucking before becoming the owner and operator of D &amp; T Trucking. He then worked three years as a Corrections Officer for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. Darin enjoyed hunting and fishing, was an avid fan of Oklahoma Sooner and the Kansas City Chiefs. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren.Surviving family include his two daughters, Brittany Ploutz (Jack, Jr.) of Russell, Kansas and Shelby Cole (Kevin Rich) of Downs, Kansas; sister, Connie Koch (Jim) of Russell, Kansas; and six grandchildren, Jessy, Danikah, Lexi, Bella, Kaycee and Jaxx. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Orville and Orpha Jones; father, and brother Don Coleman.A Gathering Service will be held at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell on Monday, December 30, 2019 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with the family present to greet friends. A Memorial has been established with the Russell Wrestling Club. Contributions and condolences may be sent to P<a href="http://www.pvpmortuary.com/index.asp?documentID=1681">ohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary</a>, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Darin Scott Coleman

Longtime Goodland, KS resident Jacob Mark Rooney, 92, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2019 at the Topside Manor in Goodland.

Jake was born on March 11, 1927 on the family farm in Rawlins County, KS to Edward and Kathrine (Haller) Rooney. He was one of four children. Jake attended school in Rawlins County.

On August 20, 1946, Jake married Evelyn Newton in Goodland. To this union, three children were born: Tom, Greg and Kurt. Jake worked his entire life in agriculture. He joined Mueller Grain in 1959 and later became manager. He moved to Reid Grain/ADM in 1979 and retired in 1993.

Jake was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus and the Goodland Elks Lodge.

Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Evelyn, son Greg, and his 3 brothers.

He is survived by his son Tom (Gail) Rooney of Champaign, IL, son Kurt (Martha) Rooney of Louisville, CO and a daughter-in-law Dolores Rooney of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren; Shane (Shandi) Rooney, Shauna (Chris) Hoak, Renee (Jorge) O’Lear, Natalie (Mike) Ross, Bryan (Margaret) Rooney, Michelle (Justin) Lawson, Chris Rooney, Kyle Rooney and Allison Rooney; as well as 13 great grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Jake will be held on Monday, December 30, 2019 at 9:30 AM MT at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Goodland with Father Andrew Rockers officiating. Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 29, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home with a Parish Rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM.

Memorial contributions may be designated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735. Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/notices/Jake-Rooney">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

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 </figure>Longtime Goodland, KS resident Jacob Mark Rooney, 92, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2019 at the Topside Manor in Goodland.Jake was born on March 11, 1927 on the family farm in Rawlins County, KS to Edward and Kathrine (Haller) Rooney. He was one of four children. Jake attended school in Rawlins County.On August 20, 1946, Jake married Evelyn Newton in Goodland. To this union, three children were born: Tom, Greg and Kurt. Jake worked his entire life in agriculture. He joined Mueller Grain in 1959 and later became manager. He moved to Reid Grain/ADM in 1979 and retired in 1993.Jake was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus and the Goodland Elks Lodge.Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Evelyn, son Greg, and his 3 brothers.He is survived by his son Tom (Gail) Rooney of Champaign, IL, son Kurt (Martha) Rooney of Louisville, CO and a daughter-in-law Dolores Rooney of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren; Shane (Shandi) Rooney, Shauna (Chris) Hoak, Renee (Jorge) O’Lear, Natalie (Mike) Ross, Bryan (Margaret) Rooney, Michelle (Justin) Lawson, Chris Rooney, Kyle Rooney and Allison Rooney; as well as 13 great grandchildren.A Mass of Christian Burial for Jake will be held on Monday, December 30, 2019 at 9:30 AM MT at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Goodland with Father Andrew Rockers officiating. Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 29, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home with a Parish Rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM.Memorial contributions may be designated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735. Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/notices/Jake-Rooney">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Jacob Mark Rooney

Helen Byrl Walz was born Feb. 5, 1921 in Herrin, Ill., the tenth child of 13 to Jesse and Maude Jacobs.

She was living in Lenoir Woods Long Term care and died at the Missouri University Hospital of natural causes.  She celebrated her 98th birthday last February.

Byrl is survived by her sons, Lee, and his wife Diana, and Lynn, and his wife Marie. She had three grandsons, Ryan, his wife Katherine, Randall, his wife Shannon, and Brian, his significant other Gigi, and two step-grand daughters, Lisa Smith-McClain, her husband, Shahram Mokhtari and Kelly Fuge. She has six great-grandchildren.

Byrl was predeceased by her husband, Rev. Harry Walz in March 2011.


During WWII, Byrl worked at Kaiser Ship Yards in California as a welder. She spoke often of getting her master’s welding certificate and building the ships.  She attended Asbury College where she met her future husband Harry Walz, before going to the ship yards in California.  They married in June, 1945, after her return from California.  They were married 67 years. 


Byrl received her BA from Fort Hays State University in 1959. She taught grade school until 1968.  Byrl continued to help Harry in the church, serving appointments in The Kansas West Conference for 37 years.
They retired in 1983 and lived in Holcomb.

In 2009 they moved to Columbia, Mo. to be closer to their son, Lee.

A memorial with the American Cancer Society is set up and donations may be made at <a href="http://www.cancer.org">www.cancer.org</a> or calling 1-800-227-2345.

Service arrangements are being planned and internment will be in the Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.&nbsp;

Helen Byrl Walz was born Feb. 5, 1921 in Herrin, Ill., the tenth child of 13 to Jesse and Maude Jacobs.She was living in Lenoir Woods Long Term care and died at the Missouri University Hospital of natural causes. She celebrated her 98th birthday last February.Byrl is survived by her sons, Lee, and his wife Diana, and Lynn, and his wife Marie. She had three grandsons, Ryan, his wife Katherine, Randall, his wife Shannon, and Brian, his significant other Gigi, and two step-grand daughters, Lisa Smith-McClain, her husband, Shahram Mokhtari and Kelly Fuge. She has six great-grandchildren.Byrl was predeceased by her husband, Rev. Harry Walz in March 2011.
During WWII, Byrl worked at Kaiser Ship Yards in California as a welder. She spoke often of getting her master’s welding certificate and building the ships. She attended Asbury College where she met her future husband Harry Walz, before going to the ship yards in California. They married in June, 1945, after her return from California. They were married 67 years. 
Byrl received her BA from Fort Hays State University in 1959. She taught grade school until 1968. Byrl continued to help Harry in the church, serving appointments in The Kansas West Conference for 37 years.
They retired in 1983 and lived in Holcomb.In 2009 they moved to Columbia, Mo. to be closer to their son, Lee.A memorial with the American Cancer Society is set up and donations may be made at <a href="http://www.cancer.org">www.cancer.org</a> or calling 1-800-227-2345.Service arrangements are being planned and internment will be in the Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.&nbsp;

Helen Byrl Walz

A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available.

<h2>Jake Rooney</h2>March 11, 1927~December 26, 2019(age 92)A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available.

Jake Rooney

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;

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