Roger Ward Carlisle, 62, passed away on March 5, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska. Roger was born on April 27, 1961 in Oberlin, KS to Dale and Lenore (Hochmeiser) Carlisle. Roger was raised in Traer, Kansas and graduated from Decatur Community High School in 1979. After high school Roger went to work for KDOT until he retired in 2014. He married Rhonda Jane Fortin on October 25, 1988. They then moved to Cedar Bluffs where they raised their three sons: Jesse, James, and John.

Roger loved music, enjoyed playing his guitar and enjoyed reading. He was very active in the church community by leading Bible study, teaching Sunday school and was a board member and deacon. His love for Jesus was very evident in his daily life. Not only did he love his friends and family, but he would go out of his way to help others.

Roger is survived by his wife, Jane Carlisle of Cedar Bluffs, KS; sons: Jesse (Joy) of Goodland, KS, James (Jessica) of Pratt, KS, and John (Shawnda) of McCook, NE; sisters: Donna (Tim) Urban of Lenexa, KS, Cheryl (Randy) Thull of Victoria, KS; In-laws: John (Jane) Fortin of Overton, NE, Judy (Don) Macha of Planview, TX, Jack (Donna) Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Jerry Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Joe (Jan) Fortin of St. Francis, KS, Jill (Terry) McCorkle of McCook, NE, Jay (Shelli) Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Jamie (Lisa) Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Joyce (Dave) Juenemann of Selden, KS, Jeff Fortin of Cedar Bluffs, KS, and Jason (Gwen) Fortin of Oberlin, KS; grandchildren: Callie, Jon, Auna, Cameron, Gunner, Alyvia, Aubree, and Oliver; great grandchild: Tajo. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law: Jolene Fortin; nephew: Michael McLain; great nephews: Jayden McLain and Brogan McCorkle; great niece: Alys Wangari.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, Oberlin at 10:30 AM. Visitation will be Monday, March 11, 2024, from 1:00-7:00 PM at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home Oberlin, KS, with family receiving guests from 5:00-7:00 PM. Burial will be in Cedar Bluffs Cemetery. Memorial contribution may be made out to Roger Carlisle Memorial Fund or Helping Hands. Condolences can be left at www.plumergobber.com.

Roger Ward Carlisle, 62, passed away on March 5, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska. Roger was born on April 27, 1961 in Oberlin, KS to Dale and Lenore (Hochmeiser) Carlisle. Roger was raised in Traer, Kansas and graduated from Decatur Community High School in 1979. After high school Roger went to work for KDOT until he retired in 2014. He married Rhonda Jane Fortin on October 25, 1988. They then moved to Cedar Bluffs where they raised their three sons: Jesse, James, and John.Roger loved music, enjoyed playing his guitar and enjoyed reading. He was very active in the church community by leading Bible study, teaching Sunday school and was a board member and deacon. His love for Jesus was very evident in his daily life. Not only did he love his friends and family, but he would go out of his way to help others.Roger is survived by his wife, Jane Carlisle of Cedar Bluffs, KS; sons: Jesse (Joy) of Goodland, KS, James (Jessica) of Pratt, KS, and John (Shawnda) of McCook, NE; sisters: Donna (Tim) Urban of Lenexa, KS, Cheryl (Randy) Thull of Victoria, KS; In-laws: John (Jane) Fortin of Overton, NE, Judy (Don) Macha of Planview, TX, Jack (Donna) Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Jerry Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Joe (Jan) Fortin of St. Francis, KS, Jill (Terry) McCorkle of McCook, NE, Jay (Shelli) Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Jamie (Lisa) Fortin of Oberlin, KS, Joyce (Dave) Juenemann of Selden, KS, Jeff Fortin of Cedar Bluffs, KS, and Jason (Gwen) Fortin of Oberlin, KS; grandchildren: Callie, Jon, Auna, Cameron, Gunner, Alyvia, Aubree, and Oliver; great grandchild: Tajo. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law: Jolene Fortin; nephew: Michael McLain; great nephews: Jayden McLain and Brogan McCorkle; great niece: Alys Wangari.Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, Oberlin at 10:30 AM. Visitation will be Monday, March 11, 2024, from 1:00-7:00 PM at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home Oberlin, KS, with family receiving guests from 5:00-7:00 PM. Burial will be in Cedar Bluffs Cemetery. Memorial contribution may be made out to Roger Carlisle Memorial Fund or Helping Hands. Condolences can be left at www.plumergobber.com.

Roger Ward Carlisle

Darrell Dee Latham, of Stockton, KS, passed away on March 4, 2024, at the Solomon Valley Manor in Stockton, at the age of 86. He was born on June 18, 1937, to Edward and Lorna (McCarty) Latham in Washington, KS. Dee married Sheila (Lynd) Latham on September 1, 1963, in Smith Center, KS. They were blessed with two sons: Lance and Heath.

Dee grew up in Republican City, NE and graduated from Republican City High School in 1955. Dee was drafted into the U.S. Army after high school and served in Germany and Vietnam. After his military service, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree at Fort Hays University.

Dee taught math and physics at Unified School District #271 in Stockton for nearly four decades. He loved to teach and always said that “everything is mathematical.” Through teaching, he inspired, mentored, and shaped the lives of generations of students. He expected everyone to give their best, and for that effort would come his support and mutual respect.

After retirement, he continued tutoring many students, to whom he would say the only way to learn math is to do math; and that math is essential to life, it is all around you.

He was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W., and Congregational Church. He was a fixer and a worker who enjoyed farming in his spare time and was always working on a project around the house.

Dee was a man of value, character, and integrity with a servant’s heart. His love, his intelligence, his faith, and his compassion helped raise an amazing family and impacted the lives of all who knew him. He never gave up on his family, his students, or his country.

Dee is survived by his wife, Sheila Latham of the home in Stockton; sons, Lance Lynd (Sue) Latham of Tulsa, OK and Heath Edward (Shannon) Latham of Overland Park, KS; five grandchildren, Jacob Mandel, Carson Latham, Emma Latham, Jayden Latham, and Kailyn Latham.

Preceding Dee in death are his parents, Edward and Lorna; and brother, Richard (Mary Alyce) Latham.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Stockton Church of Restoration on Friday, March 29, 2024, at 10:30AM. Burial with military honors will follow at 2:30PM at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in WaKeeney, KS. Visitation will be Thursday 4-6PM at the funeral home in Stockton.

Memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley Manor or Kansas Honor Flight and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Darrell Dee Latham, of Stockton, KS, passed away on March 4, 2024, at the Solomon Valley Manor in Stockton, at the age of 86. He was born on June 18, 1937, to Edward and Lorna (McCarty) Latham in Washington, KS. Dee married Sheila (Lynd) Latham on September 1, 1963, in Smith Center, KS. They were blessed with two sons: Lance and Heath.Dee grew up in Republican City, NE and graduated from Republican City High School in 1955. Dee was drafted into the U.S. Army after high school and served in Germany and Vietnam. After his military service, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree at Fort Hays University.Dee taught math and physics at Unified School District #271 in Stockton for nearly four decades. He loved to teach and always said that “everything is mathematical.” Through teaching, he inspired, mentored, and shaped the lives of generations of students. He expected everyone to give their best, and for that effort would come his support and mutual respect.After retirement, he continued tutoring many students, to whom he would say the only way to learn math is to do math; and that math is essential to life, it is all around you.He was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W., and Congregational Church. He was a fixer and a worker who enjoyed farming in his spare time and was always working on a project around the house.Dee was a man of value, character, and integrity with a servant’s heart. His love, his intelligence, his faith, and his compassion helped raise an amazing family and impacted the lives of all who knew him. He never gave up on his family, his students, or his country.Dee is survived by his wife, Sheila Latham of the home in Stockton; sons, Lance Lynd (Sue) Latham of Tulsa, OK and Heath Edward (Shannon) Latham of Overland Park, KS; five grandchildren, Jacob Mandel, Carson Latham, Emma Latham, Jayden Latham, and Kailyn Latham.Preceding Dee in death are his parents, Edward and Lorna; and brother, Richard (Mary Alyce) Latham.A Memorial Service will be held at the Stockton Church of Restoration on Friday, March 29, 2024, at 10:30AM. Burial with military honors will follow at 2:30PM at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in WaKeeney, KS. Visitation will be Thursday 4-6PM at the funeral home in Stockton.Memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley Manor or Kansas Honor Flight and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Darrell Dee Latham

Robert B. “Bob” McDowell, 75, of Hutchinson, passed away March 4, 2024, at his home. He was born January 13, 1949 to James and Lena (Standley) McDowell, in Pratt.

Bob retired from Panhandle Eastern after 31 years of service. Some of his accomplishments during his life were cabinet maker and owning his own upholstery business. Bob loved restoring old cars and doing woodworking projects. More than anything he loved to spend time with his grandkids and great-grandkids.

Bob is survived by: his wife, Ginny McDowell; sons, Terry and Jeremy McDowell; daughter Angela Branscom (Steve); Ginny’s daughters, Bobbie Bascue, Kristie Wichert, and partner, Trevor Blake; nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; brother, James McDowell; sisters, Shirley Woodard and Sherry McDowell; and extended family and friends.

Funeral service will be 1 pm Friday, March 8, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visiting hours will be from 9 am to 8 pm on Thursday with family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the ASPCA or Traditions Hospice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Robert B. “Bob” McDowell, 75, of Hutchinson, passed away March 4, 2024, at his home. He was born January 13, 1949 to James and Lena (Standley) McDowell, in Pratt.Bob retired from Panhandle Eastern after 31 years of service. Some of his accomplishments during his life were cabinet maker and owning his own upholstery business. Bob loved restoring old cars and doing woodworking projects. More than anything he loved to spend time with his grandkids and great-grandkids.Bob is survived by: his wife, Ginny McDowell; sons, Terry and Jeremy McDowell; daughter Angela Branscom (Steve); Ginny’s daughters, Bobbie Bascue, Kristie Wichert, and partner, Trevor Blake; nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; brother, James McDowell; sisters, Shirley Woodard and Sherry McDowell; and extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral service will be 1 pm Friday, March 8, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visiting hours will be from 9 am to 8 pm on Thursday with family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the ASPCA or Traditions Hospice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Robert B. “Bob” McDowell

Roger Timothy Wayne Hill, age 65, of Hays, KS died on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at HaysMed - Hays.

Roger was born on August 8, 1958 in Fort Worth, TX to James Albert and Georgia (Williams) Hill. His job as a commercial roofer took him from one side of our country to the other. He truly was a free spirit.

Survivors include his sister: Joy (Joe) Chretien, of Hays; his brother: James Hill; and two nieces: Allison Somers, Englewood, CO and Megan Pendergast, Scott City, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation is under the direction of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

Memorials are suggested to: The Humane Society of the High Plains, in care of the Funeral Home.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Roger's tribute page via:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Roger Timothy Wayne Hill, age 65, of Hays, KS died on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at HaysMed - Hays.Roger was born on August 8, 1958 in Fort Worth, TX to James Albert and Georgia (Williams) Hill. His job as a commercial roofer took him from one side of our country to the other. He truly was a free spirit.Survivors include his sister: Joy (Joe) Chretien, of Hays; his brother: James Hill; and two nieces: Allison Somers, Englewood, CO and Megan Pendergast, Scott City, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation is under the direction of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.Memorials are suggested to: The Humane Society of the High Plains, in care of the Funeral Home.Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Roger's tribute page via:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Roger Timothy Wayne Hill

Maxine L. Lindsay, 94, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024.&nbsp; She was born May 24, 1929, to Fred and Rose (Power) Tomanek, in Collyer.&nbsp; Maxine graduated from high school, business college in Denver, CO and attended Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; She was employed as a secretary in the Vice President Office at Fort Hays State University.

On August 2, 1947, she was united in marriage to F.C. Rupp Jr. at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; On October 1, 1966, she was united in marriage to Duane B. Lindsay in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Before Duane’s death, they celebrated 55 years together.

While living in Hays, she was a past President for Business and Professional Women’s Organization; President for the 9076 VFW Auxiliary; and a life member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.

Maxine is survived by a son, Charles (Mary Lou) Rupp, of Salina; four granddaughters; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great grandsons; one nephew and four nieces.

Preceding her in death are her parents; husbands, F.C. Rupp and Duane B. Lindsay; daughter, Charlotte Rupp Harvey; infant grandson, Darren Montgomery; brother Laverne Tomanek; sister-in-law, Darlene Tomanek; nephews, Danny and Rodney Tomanek.

Maxine was a person who loved God and her Faith, she always sacrificed for the benefit of others.&nbsp; She was quick to laugh and treasured life’s simple pleasures in her later life.

Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 15, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton with Fr. Keith Weber as celebrant, rosary will begin at 1:30 p.m.&nbsp; Maxine selected cremation and a private inurnment will be held at the Veteran’s Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial masses may be made to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

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 </figure>Maxine L. Lindsay, 94, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024.&nbsp; She was born May 24, 1929, to Fred and Rose (Power) Tomanek, in Collyer.&nbsp; Maxine graduated from high school, business college in Denver, CO and attended Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; She was employed as a secretary in the Vice President Office at Fort Hays State University.On August 2, 1947, she was united in marriage to F.C. Rupp Jr. at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; On October 1, 1966, she was united in marriage to Duane B. Lindsay in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Before Duane’s death, they celebrated 55 years together.While living in Hays, she was a past President for Business and Professional Women’s Organization; President for the 9076 VFW Auxiliary; and a life member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.Maxine is survived by a son, Charles (Mary Lou) Rupp, of Salina; four granddaughters; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great grandsons; one nephew and four nieces.Preceding her in death are her parents; husbands, F.C. Rupp and Duane B. Lindsay; daughter, Charlotte Rupp Harvey; infant grandson, Darren Montgomery; brother Laverne Tomanek; sister-in-law, Darlene Tomanek; nephews, Danny and Rodney Tomanek.Maxine was a person who loved God and her Faith, she always sacrificed for the benefit of others.&nbsp; She was quick to laugh and treasured life’s simple pleasures in her later life.Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 15, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton with Fr. Keith Weber as celebrant, rosary will begin at 1:30 p.m.&nbsp; Maxine selected cremation and a private inurnment will be held at the Veteran’s Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial masses may be made to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

Maxine L. Lindsay

Jim H. Nelson, age 84 passed away on March 4, 2024 at the Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney.&nbsp; He was born on March 9, 1939, Kearney, Nebraska.

Jim was a well-known teacher in the Trego Community High School as well as a farmer and a custom grain harvester.&nbsp; On August 7, 1960, he married Dora Ross in Dighton, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

He is also survived by his children, Paul and Lisa Nelson of Irving, Texas and Penny and William Lane of Topeka, Kansas, three grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

Visitation will be held at the First United Methodist Church, WaKeeney on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; The funeral will follow at 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Shields Cemetery, Lane County at 2:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Nelson Scholarship for TCHS students.

Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook.

Jim H. Nelson, age 84 passed away on March 4, 2024 at the Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney.&nbsp; He was born on March 9, 1939, Kearney, Nebraska.Jim was a well-known teacher in the Trego Community High School as well as a farmer and a custom grain harvester.&nbsp; On August 7, 1960, he married Dora Ross in Dighton, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.He is also survived by his children, Paul and Lisa Nelson of Irving, Texas and Penny and William Lane of Topeka, Kansas, three grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.Visitation will be held at the First United Methodist Church, WaKeeney on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; The funeral will follow at 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Shields Cemetery, Lane County at 2:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be given to the Nelson Scholarship for TCHS students.Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook.

Jim H. Nelson

Carol Ann Henson, 65, was born December 26, 1958, to Henry and Gertrude Irving, in Fairfield, Pennsylvania. She passed away peacefully at her home in Hutchinson, surrounded by family and her beloved dogs, February 28, 2024.&nbsp;

She is survived by two sisters, Gloria Orebaugh and Sandy Byington of Great Bend, KS; her son, Ronnie Hamby Jr.; a daughter, Anna Brunk; numerous grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and her fur babies, Tipsy and Cuddles. Carol was preceded in death by her mother and father; brother, Greg Irving; and her great-granddaughter, Olivia Hamby.&nbsp;

Carol Ann was employed by the Durham County School System for many years, and found great joy being a bus driver. She loved spending time with family and friends, helping out neighbors and anyone else in need. Carol was active in her Faith through CrossPoint Church. She was well loved by the community of Hutchinson for her work and acts of kindness.&nbsp;

A service of remembrance will be held at CrossPoint Church, 1410 E 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., officiated by Pastor Andy Addis. A graveside service will be held the following Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at Hoisington Cemetery, Hoisington, KS. Memorials have been designated to CrossPoint Church of Hutchinson, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Carol was greatly loved and will be truly missed; those who touch our lives, stay in our hearts forever.

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 </figure>Carol Ann Henson, 65, was born December 26, 1958, to Henry and Gertrude Irving, in Fairfield, Pennsylvania. She passed away peacefully at her home in Hutchinson, surrounded by family and her beloved dogs, February 28, 2024.&nbsp;She is survived by two sisters, Gloria Orebaugh and Sandy Byington of Great Bend, KS; her son, Ronnie Hamby Jr.; a daughter, Anna Brunk; numerous grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and her fur babies, Tipsy and Cuddles. Carol was preceded in death by her mother and father; brother, Greg Irving; and her great-granddaughter, Olivia Hamby.&nbsp;Carol Ann was employed by the Durham County School System for many years, and found great joy being a bus driver. She loved spending time with family and friends, helping out neighbors and anyone else in need. Carol was active in her Faith through CrossPoint Church. She was well loved by the community of Hutchinson for her work and acts of kindness.&nbsp;A service of remembrance will be held at CrossPoint Church, 1410 E 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS, Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., officiated by Pastor Andy Addis. A graveside service will be held the following Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at Hoisington Cemetery, Hoisington, KS. Memorials have been designated to CrossPoint Church of Hutchinson, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;Carol was greatly loved and will be truly missed; those who touch our lives, stay in our hearts forever.

Carol Ann Henson

Trudy Lane Richardson, 76, passed away March 2, 2024, at Advena Living of Fountain View, Rose Hill, Kan. She was born July 7, 1947, to Earnest &amp; Alvera (Cook) Fischer.&nbsp;

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Trudy worked in the laundry department at both Larned State Hospital and Central Kansas Medical Center. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, bingo and animals, but especially loved to spend time with her friends and most importantly, family.&nbsp;

Survivors include a son, Chad Richardson and wife Patty of Great Bend; one grandson, Joshua Richardson, two great grandchildren, Lane and Thea Richardson; two step granddaughters, Danielle Wylot and Tabitha Cagle; and four step great grandchildren, Anna, Marcus, Mason and E.J. She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Keifer Richardson; and two sisters, Lois Befort and Anna Kaiser.&nbsp;

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and services are pending at this time.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Trudy Lane Richardson, 76, passed away March 2, 2024, at Advena Living of Fountain View, Rose Hill, Kan. She was born July 7, 1947, to Earnest &amp; Alvera (Cook) Fischer.&nbsp;A lifetime Great Bend resident, Trudy worked in the laundry department at both Larned State Hospital and Central Kansas Medical Center. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, bingo and animals, but especially loved to spend time with her friends and most importantly, family.&nbsp;Survivors include a son, Chad Richardson and wife Patty of Great Bend; one grandson, Joshua Richardson, two great grandchildren, Lane and Thea Richardson; two step granddaughters, Danielle Wylot and Tabitha Cagle; and four step great grandchildren, Anna, Marcus, Mason and E.J. She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Keifer Richardson; and two sisters, Lois Befort and Anna Kaiser.&nbsp;There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and services are pending at this time.&nbsp;

Trudy Lane Richardson

Clarence Ray Corke, 70, died March 1, 2024, at Clovis, CA. Born March 18, 1953 in Hays, Kansas, he was the son of Kenneth and Dolores (Simon) Corke. Clarence married Sharon Lew in 1983 and they later relocated to California. &nbsp;She passed away in 2012. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Following his graduation from Goodland High School in 1971, he enlisted in the United States Navy. Clarence was a chef on the USS Ponchatoula and was stationed at Pearl Harbor. Following his military service, he worked for the Sheridan Hotel chain in Honolulu, HI and as a civil service employee at Pearl Harbor. He worked in San Jose for Schlumberger and for the SaveMart Events Center on the Fresno State campus.

He is survived by his sisters, Carlotta McDermott of Colby, Marian Corke of Great Bend and Marlene Regehr and husband Don of Great Bend; his brothers, Rodney of Goodland and Roger and wife Barbara of Azle, TX; five nieces and nephews, Eric Corke, Chelsea Ross and husband Jason, Chianne Corke, Allison Newman and husband Cavanaugh, and Madison Regehr; one great niece, Danika Corke; and three great nephews Talon Corke, and Spencer and Sutton Ross. Clarence was preceded in death by his wife Sharon; his parents; and a brother-in-law, John McDermott.&nbsp;

A memorial service will be held at a future date. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Clarence Ray Corke, 70, died March 1, 2024, at Clovis, CA. Born March 18, 1953 in Hays, Kansas, he was the son of Kenneth and Dolores (Simon) Corke. Clarence married Sharon Lew in 1983 and they later relocated to California. &nbsp;She passed away in 2012. &nbsp;&nbsp;Following his graduation from Goodland High School in 1971, he enlisted in the United States Navy. Clarence was a chef on the USS Ponchatoula and was stationed at Pearl Harbor. Following his military service, he worked for the Sheridan Hotel chain in Honolulu, HI and as a civil service employee at Pearl Harbor. He worked in San Jose for Schlumberger and for the SaveMart Events Center on the Fresno State campus.He is survived by his sisters, Carlotta McDermott of Colby, Marian Corke of Great Bend and Marlene Regehr and husband Don of Great Bend; his brothers, Rodney of Goodland and Roger and wife Barbara of Azle, TX; five nieces and nephews, Eric Corke, Chelsea Ross and husband Jason, Chianne Corke, Allison Newman and husband Cavanaugh, and Madison Regehr; one great niece, Danika Corke; and three great nephews Talon Corke, and Spencer and Sutton Ross. Clarence was preceded in death by his wife Sharon; his parents; and a brother-in-law, John McDermott.&nbsp;A memorial service will be held at a future date. &nbsp;

Clarence Ray Corke

Roger Harold O’Hare, son of Elton Ray and Mildred May (McCashland) O’Hare was born October 14, 1946 in Oberlin, KS and passed away peacefully at his home in Grove, OK on November 17, 2023 at the age of 77.

Roger grew up in the Lyle, KS community and attended Spring Branch School and Norcatur High School. He attended Wichita Technical Institute before entering the U.S. Army in 1966. Roger served domestically and in Europe until his honorable discharge in February 1972. On November 9, 1968, Roger married his high school sweetheart, Connie Lee Michel. Together, they raised two sons, Patrick John and Michel Ray.

Roger and Connie were self-employed, owning O’Hare Oil Company in Norcatur, KS and the Amoco service station in Goodland, KS. Roger also worked for Yost Farm Supply in Goodland, KS where he enjoyed traveling the Midwest visiting with farmers while making his favorite sales of 4-wheel drive tractors and No-Till drills. Roger volunteered for 20+ years on the Norcatur Fire Department.

Roger loved teaching his sons to hunt and fish. He enjoyed NASCAR, dirt track stock car racing in northwest Kansas, boating, and road trips throughout the U.S. During the summer months, Roger and Connie enjoyed exploring various lakes in their RV. Roger always claimed he couldn’t wait “to get on the road again” and would play the song in their truck any time they began their travels. In fact, as they would leave a campground, they would open their windows and Roger would turn up the volume on the stereo and they’d wave to everyone as they made their grand exit. Roger and Connie were huge Denver Broncos fans and relished a family rivalry when their sons became KC Chiefs fans.

In December 2018, Roger and Connie purchased a home on Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees in Grove, Oklahoma, which had fast become their favorite lake. From their deck, they enjoyed not only the lake view, but the deer and other wildlife passing by their backyard. Every summer, Roger would supervise as Connie planted brightly colored flowers in pots for their enjoyment all summer long. Many of these flowers brought in hummingbirds and cardinals which the couple began feeding.

Roger’s personality was full of wit and humor. He loved a good laugh, usually at his own expense, although he enjoyed telling stories of other’s silliness as well. He had the ability to talk with any stranger and immediately make them feel like they had been friends for years. Roger’s lively spirit will live on in the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents and sister Joleen O’Hare. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Connie, of 55 years; sons Patrick O’Hare (Wendy) of Topeka, KS, and Michel O’Hare (Jennifer) of Lincoln, KS; grandchildren Connor O’Hare of Hays, KS, Landon O’Hare and Kaden O’Hare of Lincoln, KS, Dalton Cooper, Del Rio, TX, Evan Gronau (Megan) of Baldwin City, KS and Avery Gronau of Lawrence, KS; great-grandchildren Maggie Gronau and Garrison Gronau of Baldwin City, KS; brothers Rodney O’Hare (Janice) of Norton, KS and Ronald O’Hare of Denver, CO; sisters Mary Morse of Beaver City, NE, Devra Byers (Kurt) of Hays, KS, and Cynthia Hattrup (Steve) of Coppell, TX.

A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:00AM at the Norcatur Cemetery in Norcatur, KS where Roger participated for many years in the Memorial Day veterans’ service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Norcatur, KS Avenue of Flags in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences can be left at www.plumergobber.com

Roger Harold O’Hare, son of Elton Ray and Mildred May (McCashland) O’Hare was born October 14, 1946 in Oberlin, KS and passed away peacefully at his home in Grove, OK on November 17, 2023 at the age of 77.Roger grew up in the Lyle, KS community and attended Spring Branch School and Norcatur High School. He attended Wichita Technical Institute before entering the U.S. Army in 1966. Roger served domestically and in Europe until his honorable discharge in February 1972. On November 9, 1968, Roger married his high school sweetheart, Connie Lee Michel. Together, they raised two sons, Patrick John and Michel Ray.Roger and Connie were self-employed, owning O’Hare Oil Company in Norcatur, KS and the Amoco service station in Goodland, KS. Roger also worked for Yost Farm Supply in Goodland, KS where he enjoyed traveling the Midwest visiting with farmers while making his favorite sales of 4-wheel drive tractors and No-Till drills. Roger volunteered for 20+ years on the Norcatur Fire Department.Roger loved teaching his sons to hunt and fish. He enjoyed NASCAR, dirt track stock car racing in northwest Kansas, boating, and road trips throughout the U.S. During the summer months, Roger and Connie enjoyed exploring various lakes in their RV. Roger always claimed he couldn’t wait “to get on the road again” and would play the song in their truck any time they began their travels. In fact, as they would leave a campground, they would open their windows and Roger would turn up the volume on the stereo and they’d wave to everyone as they made their grand exit. Roger and Connie were huge Denver Broncos fans and relished a family rivalry when their sons became KC Chiefs fans.In December 2018, Roger and Connie purchased a home on Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees in Grove, Oklahoma, which had fast become their favorite lake. From their deck, they enjoyed not only the lake view, but the deer and other wildlife passing by their backyard. Every summer, Roger would supervise as Connie planted brightly colored flowers in pots for their enjoyment all summer long. Many of these flowers brought in hummingbirds and cardinals which the couple began feeding.Roger’s personality was full of wit and humor. He loved a good laugh, usually at his own expense, although he enjoyed telling stories of other’s silliness as well. He had the ability to talk with any stranger and immediately make them feel like they had been friends for years. Roger’s lively spirit will live on in the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him.Roger was preceded in death by his parents and sister Joleen O’Hare. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Connie, of 55 years; sons Patrick O’Hare (Wendy) of Topeka, KS, and Michel O’Hare (Jennifer) of Lincoln, KS; grandchildren Connor O’Hare of Hays, KS, Landon O’Hare and Kaden O’Hare of Lincoln, KS, Dalton Cooper, Del Rio, TX, Evan Gronau (Megan) of Baldwin City, KS and Avery Gronau of Lawrence, KS; great-grandchildren Maggie Gronau and Garrison Gronau of Baldwin City, KS; brothers Rodney O’Hare (Janice) of Norton, KS and Ronald O’Hare of Denver, CO; sisters Mary Morse of Beaver City, NE, Devra Byers (Kurt) of Hays, KS, and Cynthia Hattrup (Steve) of Coppell, TX.A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:00AM at the Norcatur Cemetery in Norcatur, KS where Roger participated for many years in the Memorial Day veterans’ service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Norcatur, KS Avenue of Flags in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences can be left at www.plumergobber.com

Roger Harold O'Hare

Reta Mae (Stephens) Carey Rutherford passed away March 4, 2024 at the Legend at Capital Ridge Nursing Home in Topeka, KS. She was born December 13, 1936 in Lenora, KS to Levi and Blanche (Breeden) Stephens.

Reta grew up south of Clayton, KS and attended school in Jennings, KS. On February 27, 1953, Reta married Charles F. Carey in Clayton, KS. She worked as a Clerk at Mayo’s in Clay Center and then she worked at Exchange Bank in Lenora until her retirement. She later married Kenneth Rutherford on April 3, 2010. Reta was a member of Rebekah’s and the United Parish of Lenora. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, traveling, and camping.

Reta is survived by her children: Marilyn Kay Darling (Jewell) Murray of Topeka, KS, Robert Alan Carey of Morland, KS, Cindy Sue Lyne (Eugene) Newman of St. George, KS, and Steve Leon (Michelle) of Salina, KS; sisters, Margaret Gartrell and Coleen Brooks; five grandchildren: Jason (Rachelle) Lyne of Long Beach, WA, Jessica (Eric) Dieckhoff of Olathe, KS, Megan (Joseph) Ulmer of Topeka, KS, Ashley Carey of Phoenix, AZ, Pierce (Joe) Carey of Baltimore, MD; seven great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild and her special friend Ralph Berhardt. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Charles Carey and Kenneth Rutherford; daughter, Glenda Gail Lindsey; siblings: Harold Stephens, Robert Stephens, and Darlene Robbin.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, March 9, 2024 at the United Parish of Lenora. Burial will follow in the Lenora Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7:00 pm Friday, March 8, 2024 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Parish of Lenora and sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Reta Mae (Stephens) Carey Rutherford passed away March 4, 2024 at the Legend at Capital Ridge Nursing Home in Topeka, KS. She was born December 13, 1936 in Lenora, KS to Levi and Blanche (Breeden) Stephens.Reta grew up south of Clayton, KS and attended school in Jennings, KS. On February 27, 1953, Reta married Charles F. Carey in Clayton, KS. She worked as a Clerk at Mayo’s in Clay Center and then she worked at Exchange Bank in Lenora until her retirement. She later married Kenneth Rutherford on April 3, 2010. Reta was a member of Rebekah’s and the United Parish of Lenora. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, traveling, and camping.Reta is survived by her children: Marilyn Kay Darling (Jewell) Murray of Topeka, KS, Robert Alan Carey of Morland, KS, Cindy Sue Lyne (Eugene) Newman of St. George, KS, and Steve Leon (Michelle) of Salina, KS; sisters, Margaret Gartrell and Coleen Brooks; five grandchildren: Jason (Rachelle) Lyne of Long Beach, WA, Jessica (Eric) Dieckhoff of Olathe, KS, Megan (Joseph) Ulmer of Topeka, KS, Ashley Carey of Phoenix, AZ, Pierce (Joe) Carey of Baltimore, MD; seven great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild and her special friend Ralph Berhardt. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Charles Carey and Kenneth Rutherford; daughter, Glenda Gail Lindsey; siblings: Harold Stephens, Robert Stephens, and Darlene Robbin.Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, March 9, 2024 at the United Parish of Lenora. Burial will follow in the Lenora Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7:00 pm Friday, March 8, 2024 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Parish of Lenora and sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Reta Mae Carey Rutherford

Joyce Eileen Stoner, 76, died Friday, February 16, 2024, at her home in Garden City, Kansas. She was born December 11, 1947, in Garden City, Kansas, the daughter of Donald Edward &amp; Marjorie (Brennaman) Morgan.

Joyce has been a lifetime resident of Garden City. She attended Garden City schools and graduated from Garden City High School in 1965. Joyce began her working career as a dental assistant for Dr. Parson and at the time of her retirement was working as office manager for Dr. Keltner. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, and she enjoyed her time doing various crafts such as ceramics, bead work, embroidery, and cross-stitch. She loved listening to music, her flower gardens and bargain hunting. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and her favorite dog “Buffy.”

On April 16, 1966, she married Richard A. Stoner in Garden City. He survives. Other survivors include three sons Kurt &amp; wife Audrey Stoner of Luther, Oklahoma, Eric &amp; wife Georgia Stoner of Wichita, Kansas, and Marc Stoner of Edmond, Oklahoma; a Brother Donald Morgan &amp; his companion Louise Autry of Wentzville, Missouri; a sister Marilyn &amp; husband Kent Seba of Garden City, Kansas; nine grandchildren Derek &amp; wife Ashlynn Stoner, Joshua Stoner, Cole Stoner, Jack Stoner, Ethan Stoner, Kate Stoner, Morgan Stoner, Maggie Stoner, &amp; McLain Stoner; and one great-grandchild Felicity Stoner. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, and a daughter-in-law Julie Stoner.

Services will be scheduled at a later date. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given to the Julie A. Stoner Memorial Scholarship Fund or to the Finney County Humane Society, both in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City, Kansas. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Joyce Eileen Stoner, 76, died Friday, February 16, 2024, at her home in Garden City, Kansas. She was born December 11, 1947, in Garden City, Kansas, the daughter of Donald Edward &amp; Marjorie (Brennaman) Morgan.Joyce has been a lifetime resident of Garden City. She attended Garden City schools and graduated from Garden City High School in 1965. Joyce began her working career as a dental assistant for Dr. Parson and at the time of her retirement was working as office manager for Dr. Keltner. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, and she enjoyed her time doing various crafts such as ceramics, bead work, embroidery, and cross-stitch. She loved listening to music, her flower gardens and bargain hunting. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and her favorite dog “Buffy.”On April 16, 1966, she married Richard A. Stoner in Garden City. He survives. Other survivors include three sons Kurt &amp; wife Audrey Stoner of Luther, Oklahoma, Eric &amp; wife Georgia Stoner of Wichita, Kansas, and Marc Stoner of Edmond, Oklahoma; a Brother Donald Morgan &amp; his companion Louise Autry of Wentzville, Missouri; a sister Marilyn &amp; husband Kent Seba of Garden City, Kansas; nine grandchildren Derek &amp; wife Ashlynn Stoner, Joshua Stoner, Cole Stoner, Jack Stoner, Ethan Stoner, Kate Stoner, Morgan Stoner, Maggie Stoner, &amp; McLain Stoner; and one great-grandchild Felicity Stoner. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, and a daughter-in-law Julie Stoner.Services will be scheduled at a later date. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given to the Julie A. Stoner Memorial Scholarship Fund or to the Finney County Humane Society, both in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City, Kansas. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joyce Eileen Stoner

Gary Allen Speer, age 68, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, At Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. He was born on May 15, 1955, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Charles Arthur and Marilyn Joy Butt Speer. A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, he was a farmer, mechanic, contractor, Oilfield worker, and handyman.

Gary enjoyed gardening, beekeeping, hunting, fishing, and crossword puzzles.

On November 5, 1977, he married Lark Appel in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She survives&nbsp;

Survivors include his Wife - Lark Speer of Scott City, Kansas, Two Sons Gerrad &amp; Lauren of Wichita, Kansas, Nick &amp; Shenna of Topeka, Kansas, Two Brothers - Gaylon Speer of Overbook, Kansas, Gordon Speer of Jetmore, Kansas, One Sister - Jeanne Spradling &amp; Kent Ochsner of Baldwin City, Kansas, Five Grandchildren - Graham Speer of Wichita, Kansas, Eleanor Speer of Wichita, Kansas, Landon Speer of Wichita, Kansas, Cadence Speer of Topeka, Kansas, and Silas Speer of Topeka, Kansas.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2024, at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Rodney Hopper presiding.

Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Friends of Scott Lake in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Gary Allen Speer, age 68, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, At Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. He was born on May 15, 1955, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Charles Arthur and Marilyn Joy Butt Speer. A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, he was a farmer, mechanic, contractor, Oilfield worker, and handyman.Gary enjoyed gardening, beekeeping, hunting, fishing, and crossword puzzles.On November 5, 1977, he married Lark Appel in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She survives&nbsp;Survivors include his Wife - Lark Speer of Scott City, Kansas, Two Sons Gerrad &amp; Lauren of Wichita, Kansas, Nick &amp; Shenna of Topeka, Kansas, Two Brothers - Gaylon Speer of Overbook, Kansas, Gordon Speer of Jetmore, Kansas, One Sister - Jeanne Spradling &amp; Kent Ochsner of Baldwin City, Kansas, Five Grandchildren - Graham Speer of Wichita, Kansas, Eleanor Speer of Wichita, Kansas, Landon Speer of Wichita, Kansas, Cadence Speer of Topeka, Kansas, and Silas Speer of Topeka, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his Parents.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2024, at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Rodney Hopper presiding.Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Friends of Scott Lake in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.There will be no calling times.

Gary Allen Speer

Zelma Kuhn, Former Hays, Kansas resident passed away January 20, 2024 in Alabama.

Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 215 West 13th Hays, KS 67601, with Father Rich Daise officiating. Inurnment will follow the mass in the parish cemetery. Memorial visitation will be Friday, March 8, 2024, from 5 PM to 7 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Zelma Kuhn, Former Hays, Kansas resident passed away January 20, 2024 in Alabama.Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 215 West 13th Hays, KS 67601, with Father Rich Daise officiating. Inurnment will follow the mass in the parish cemetery. Memorial visitation will be Friday, March 8, 2024, from 5 PM to 7 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

Zelma Kuhn

&nbsp;Shirley Ann Weber, 82, of Colby, died Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Citizens Medical Center, in Colby. She was born on February 22, 1942, in Colby, to Lorne and Florence (Farmer) Spriggs. Shirley enjoyed quilting, making table runners, reading, and spending time with her dog Molly. Shirley was united in marriage to Fred Gaede Jr. on June 5, 1960. After his passing she married Robert Weber on October 26, 1984.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; husband Fred Gaede Jr. and sister Jean Spriggs.

She is survived by her husband Robert; children, Darren (Jennifer) Gaede, Dawn (Joel) Kriss, Lori Hatch, Debbie (KG) Kersenbrock, Doug Weber and Michael (Kelly) Weber; and 14 grandchildren, Linsey Huffaker, Damon Gaede, Gage Owens, Kelsey Watson, Kenzie Kriss, Megan Snook, Eli Snook, Corey Siruta, Chanel Siruta, Shelby Weber, Lindsey Weber, Mason Coats, Spencer White and Levi White.

Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Colby, with burial in Beulah Cemetery, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Citizens Health Foundation and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;Shirley Ann Weber, 82, of Colby, died Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Citizens Medical Center, in Colby. She was born on February 22, 1942, in Colby, to Lorne and Florence (Farmer) Spriggs. Shirley enjoyed quilting, making table runners, reading, and spending time with her dog Molly. Shirley was united in marriage to Fred Gaede Jr. on June 5, 1960. After his passing she married Robert Weber on October 26, 1984.Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; husband Fred Gaede Jr. and sister Jean Spriggs.She is survived by her husband Robert; children, Darren (Jennifer) Gaede, Dawn (Joel) Kriss, Lori Hatch, Debbie (KG) Kersenbrock, Doug Weber and Michael (Kelly) Weber; and 14 grandchildren, Linsey Huffaker, Damon Gaede, Gage Owens, Kelsey Watson, Kenzie Kriss, Megan Snook, Eli Snook, Corey Siruta, Chanel Siruta, Shelby Weber, Lindsey Weber, Mason Coats, Spencer White and Levi White.Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Colby, with burial in Beulah Cemetery, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Citizens Health Foundation and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shirley Ann Weber (Spriggs)

Gaylene Louise Spears departed this Earth while surrounded by her loving family on March 2, 2024, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. Gaylene was born on September 9th, 1959, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to Harvey and Verdena (Burwell) Springer. She was the second of four kids born into the Springer family. The Springers moved from Nebraska, eventually settling in Richmond, Kansas. Gaylene graduated from Central Heights High School in May of 1977.

After graduation, Gaylene went on to Kansas Wesleyan University, where she was a member of the pompom squad and majored in elementary education. She met the father of her children, Mark Spears, and they were married on August 18, 1979. To this union, four children were born: Deanna Lynn, Travis Michael, Tyson James, and Darissa Gaylene. Gaylene was a wonderful mother and kept a happy home. Her children remember childhood meals spent around the dinner table as a family, as well as trips to multiple basketball tournaments where she cheered them on.

Gaylene’s children and grandchildren were the highlight of her life. She recently retired as a para from Central Heights, her alma mater, and moved in with her daughter and son-in-law, Deanna and Brent Clark, and their kids. She loved living in Garden City, telling people she had moved from a trailer into a palace. Many bowls of ice cream were shared while the family watched their nightly game shows, as well as evenings around the dinner table with Tyson and his special friend, Amber. Gaylene also enjoyed spending time with her other kids and grandkids. Grammy, as she was known, never forgot a holiday or birthday. Her grandkids always looked forward to checking the mail for a special treat around those times, and they were never disappointed.

Another of Gaylene’s passions was education in all forms. She taught school for over 30 years, and then became a para for several years after retiring as a full-time teacher. All of her students became her kids, and she loved giving handmade Christmas ornaments to each of her students, made by her own mother, Verdena Springer. Countless adults from her classroom days now decorate their Christmas trees with these beautiful pieces. Gaylene always enjoyed hearing about her students’ experiences in her classroom, and she loved seeing photos of her “kids,” all grown up.

She was preceded in death by her father Harvey Springer.

Gaylene is survived by her loving children, Deanna Clark (Brent), Garden City, KS; Travis Spears (Tamara), North Platte, NE; Tyson Spears (Amber), Garden City, KS; and Darissa Butler (Chris), Yukon, OK. She is also survived by her mother, Verdena Springer; her siblings, Russell Springer (Carla); Verlin Springer (Kim), and Marcia Springer. Left to mourn her passing are her grandchildren, Maddox, Landon, Tegin, Tucker, Carter, and Autumn. She will be missed by her nieces, nephews, and many former students and friends.

Gaylene was one of the kindest people you would ever meet. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Gaylene Louise Spears departed this Earth while surrounded by her loving family on March 2, 2024, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. Gaylene was born on September 9th, 1959, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to Harvey and Verdena (Burwell) Springer. She was the second of four kids born into the Springer family. The Springers moved from Nebraska, eventually settling in Richmond, Kansas. Gaylene graduated from Central Heights High School in May of 1977.After graduation, Gaylene went on to Kansas Wesleyan University, where she was a member of the pompom squad and majored in elementary education. She met the father of her children, Mark Spears, and they were married on August 18, 1979. To this union, four children were born: Deanna Lynn, Travis Michael, Tyson James, and Darissa Gaylene. Gaylene was a wonderful mother and kept a happy home. Her children remember childhood meals spent around the dinner table as a family, as well as trips to multiple basketball tournaments where she cheered them on.Gaylene’s children and grandchildren were the highlight of her life. She recently retired as a para from Central Heights, her alma mater, and moved in with her daughter and son-in-law, Deanna and Brent Clark, and their kids. She loved living in Garden City, telling people she had moved from a trailer into a palace. Many bowls of ice cream were shared while the family watched their nightly game shows, as well as evenings around the dinner table with Tyson and his special friend, Amber. Gaylene also enjoyed spending time with her other kids and grandkids. Grammy, as she was known, never forgot a holiday or birthday. Her grandkids always looked forward to checking the mail for a special treat around those times, and they were never disappointed.Another of Gaylene’s passions was education in all forms. She taught school for over 30 years, and then became a para for several years after retiring as a full-time teacher. All of her students became her kids, and she loved giving handmade Christmas ornaments to each of her students, made by her own mother, Verdena Springer. Countless adults from her classroom days now decorate their Christmas trees with these beautiful pieces. Gaylene always enjoyed hearing about her students’ experiences in her classroom, and she loved seeing photos of her “kids,” all grown up.She was preceded in death by her father Harvey Springer.Gaylene is survived by her loving children, Deanna Clark (Brent), Garden City, KS; Travis Spears (Tamara), North Platte, NE; Tyson Spears (Amber), Garden City, KS; and Darissa Butler (Chris), Yukon, OK. She is also survived by her mother, Verdena Springer; her siblings, Russell Springer (Carla); Verlin Springer (Kim), and Marcia Springer. Left to mourn her passing are her grandchildren, Maddox, Landon, Tegin, Tucker, Carter, and Autumn. She will be missed by her nieces, nephews, and many former students and friends.Gaylene was one of the kindest people you would ever meet. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Gaylene Louise Spears

A Celebration of Life Service is planned for Wednesday, March 27, 2024, 2:00 P.M., at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.&nbsp; Full obituary will follow.

<h2>David Paul Clapper&nbsp;</h2>A Celebration of Life Service is planned for Wednesday, March 27, 2024, 2:00 P.M., at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.&nbsp; Full obituary will follow.February 2, 1944 - February 23, 2024

David Paul Clapper 

Pastor Timm O. Meyer, 70, of Norton, KS, passed away on February 28th, 2024 with family by his side.

Timm was born on December 25th, 1953 to Orval and Ruth Meyer in Black Creek, WI. After Timm graduated from Fox Valley Lutheran High School in 1972 he pursued an education in Ministry at Northwestern Lutheran College in Watertown, WI. After graduation, Timm entered Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary in Mequon, WI, graduating in 1980.

Timm served as Pastor in: Zeeland, ND and Mound City, SD; Milbank and Summit, SD; Norton and Hays, KS and McCook and Alma, NE. He also served the inmates at Norton Correctional Facility in the area of Worship and Bible Study. Serving in the Ministry for over 40 years he was very passionate about sharing the Gospel. He also cared deeply about his community, volunteering in many ways; he donated blood religiously, found joy in coaching youth soccer and helping with the walking school bus and he played an important role as the secretary of the planning commission and board of zoning appeals.

In 1976, Timm met Denise McCartney in Watertown, WI. Timm and Denise married at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Kewaunee, WI on May 31st 1980 and went on to have three children; Sam, Rebecca and Zach.

Timm loved life. He would spend his free time riding his motorcycle, traveling with Denise, fishing in Montana, and playing word games with family.

Timm was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Faye &amp; Joan and brother Gary. Timm is survived by his wife Denise, his son Sam (Britta) of Rochester, MN, daughter Rebecca (Ryan) of Volga, SD, and son Zach of Hays, KS, his grandchildren; Jack, Dayton and Everly, and sisters Connie and Dawn, and nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Friday, March 15th, 2024 at 10:30 am. Visitation will be from 5-7:00 pm Thursday, March 14th at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation of blood to your community blood bank or Red Cross. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Pastor Timm O. Meyer, 70, of Norton, KS, passed away on February 28th, 2024 with family by his side.Timm was born on December 25th, 1953 to Orval and Ruth Meyer in Black Creek, WI. After Timm graduated from Fox Valley Lutheran High School in 1972 he pursued an education in Ministry at Northwestern Lutheran College in Watertown, WI. After graduation, Timm entered Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary in Mequon, WI, graduating in 1980.Timm served as Pastor in: Zeeland, ND and Mound City, SD; Milbank and Summit, SD; Norton and Hays, KS and McCook and Alma, NE. He also served the inmates at Norton Correctional Facility in the area of Worship and Bible Study. Serving in the Ministry for over 40 years he was very passionate about sharing the Gospel. He also cared deeply about his community, volunteering in many ways; he donated blood religiously, found joy in coaching youth soccer and helping with the walking school bus and he played an important role as the secretary of the planning commission and board of zoning appeals.In 1976, Timm met Denise McCartney in Watertown, WI. Timm and Denise married at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Kewaunee, WI on May 31st 1980 and went on to have three children; Sam, Rebecca and Zach.Timm loved life. He would spend his free time riding his motorcycle, traveling with Denise, fishing in Montana, and playing word games with family.Timm was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Faye &amp; Joan and brother Gary. Timm is survived by his wife Denise, his son Sam (Britta) of Rochester, MN, daughter Rebecca (Ryan) of Volga, SD, and son Zach of Hays, KS, his grandchildren; Jack, Dayton and Everly, and sisters Connie and Dawn, and nieces and nephews.Services will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Friday, March 15th, 2024 at 10:30 am. Visitation will be from 5-7:00 pm Thursday, March 14th at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation of blood to your community blood bank or Red Cross. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Pastor Timm O. Meyer

<a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/James-Elmer-Jim-Plotts?obId=30926113">Service details can be found here.</a>

<h2>James Elmer "Jim" Plotts</h2>March 15, 1944&nbsp;-&nbsp;March 2, 2024<a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/James-Elmer-Jim-Plotts?obId=30926113">Service details can be found here.</a>

James Elmer "Jim" Plotts

A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:00AM at the Norcatur Cemetery in Norcatur, KS where Roger participated for many years in the Memorial Day veterans’ service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Norcatur, KS Avenue of Flags in care of Norcatur Cemetery. Condolences can be left at www.plumergobber.com

Roger Harold O’Hare, son of Elton Ray and Mildred May (McCashland) O’Hare was born October 14, 1946 in Oberlin, KS and passed away peacefully at his home in Grove, OK on November 17, 2023 at the age of 77.Roger grew up in the Lyle, KS community and attended Spring Branch School and Norcatur High School. He attended Wichita Technical Institute before entering the U.S. Army in 1966. Roger served domestically and in Europe until his honorable discharge in February 1972. On November 9, 1968, Roger married his high school sweetheart, Connie Lee Michel. Together, they raised two sons, Patrick John and Michel Ray.Roger and Connie were self-employed, owning O’Hare Oil Company in Norcatur, KS and the Amoco service station in Goodland, KS. Roger also worked for Yost Farm Supply in Goodland, KS where he enjoyed traveling the Midwest visiting with farmers while making his favorite sales of 4-wheel drive tractors and No-Till drills. Roger volunteered for 20+ years on the Norcatur Fire Department.Roger loved teaching his sons to hunt and fish. He enjoyed NASCAR, dirt track stock car racing in northwest Kansas, boating, and road trips throughout the U.S. During the summer months, Roger and Connie enjoyed exploring various lakes in their RV. Roger always claimed he couldn’t wait “to get on the road again” and would play the song in their truck any time they began their travels. In fact, as they would leave a campground, they would open their windows and Roger would turn up the volume on the stereo and they’d wave to everyone as they made their grand exit. Roger and Connie were huge Denver Broncos fans and relished a family rivalry when their sons became KC Chiefs fans.In December 2018, Roger and Connie purchased a home on Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees in Grove, Oklahoma, which had fast become their favorite lake. From their deck, they enjoyed not only the lake view, but the deer and other wildlife passing by their backyard. Every summer, Roger would supervise as Connie planted brightly colored flowers in pots for their enjoyment all summer long. Many of these flowers brought in hummingbirds and cardinals which the couple began feeding.Roger’s personality was full of wit and humor. He loved a good laugh, usually at his own expense, although he enjoyed telling stories of other’s silliness as well. He had the ability to talk with any stranger and immediately make them feel like they had been friends for years. Roger’s lively spirit will live on in the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him.Roger was preceded in death by his parents and sister Joleen O’Hare. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Connie, of 55 years; sons Patrick O’Hare (Wendy) of Topeka, KS, and Michel O’Hare (Jennifer) of Lincoln, KS; grandchildren Connor O’Hare of Hays, KS, Landon O’Hare and Kaden O’Hare of Lincoln, KS, Dalton Cooper, Del Rio, TX, Evan Gronau (Megan) of Baldwin City, KS and Avery Gronau of Lawrence, KS; great-grandchildren Maggie Gronau and Garrison Gronau of Baldwin City, KS; brothers Rodney O’Hare (Janice) of Norton, KS and Ronald O’Hare of Denver, CO; sisters Mary Morse of Beaver City, NE, Devra Byers (Kurt) of Hays, KS, and Cynthia Hattrup (Steve) of Coppell, TX.A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:00AM at the Norcatur Cemetery in Norcatur, KS where Roger participated for many years in the Memorial Day veterans’ service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Norcatur, KS Avenue of Flags in care of Norcatur Cemetery. Condolences can be left at www.plumergobber.com

Roger Harold O’Hare

Clinton Garman, 67, passed away on February 27, 2024 at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene, ID. He was born in Garden City, Kansas, in November 24, 1956, to Leroy &amp; Dolly Garman.

Clinton attended Garden City Sr. High School, Garden City Community College and Panhandle State University. He served in the Army, Army Reserves, and had been a member of the Civil Air Patrol.

Clinton was an active member of the Coeur d’Alene, ID, Senior Center where he not only participated in, but helped coordinate pool and bingo activities. He also enjoyed watching college basketball and football, as well as major league baseball on TV. Clinton loved to learn and was an avid reader.

Clinton is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his brother Robert (Karla), and his sister Peggy (Dean).

Visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. on Friday, March 15 at Garnand Funeral Home followed by Graveside Services at 2:00 pm in Valley View Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by the United States Army Honor Guard. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Coeur d’Alene, ID, Senior Center on March 30.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clinton Garman, 67, passed away on February 27, 2024 at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene, ID. He was born in Garden City, Kansas, in November 24, 1956, to Leroy &amp; Dolly Garman.Clinton attended Garden City Sr. High School, Garden City Community College and Panhandle State University. He served in the Army, Army Reserves, and had been a member of the Civil Air Patrol.Clinton was an active member of the Coeur d’Alene, ID, Senior Center where he not only participated in, but helped coordinate pool and bingo activities. He also enjoyed watching college basketball and football, as well as major league baseball on TV. Clinton loved to learn and was an avid reader.Clinton is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his brother Robert (Karla), and his sister Peggy (Dean).Visitation will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. on Friday, March 15 at Garnand Funeral Home followed by Graveside Services at 2:00 pm in Valley View Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by the United States Army Honor Guard. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Coeur d’Alene, ID, Senior Center on March 30.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clinton Garman

Cheryl A. Pauley, 79, died Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Southeast Colorado Hospital District in Springfield, Colorado. She was born July 25, 1944, in Lewis, Kansas, the daughter of Franklin Elwood &amp; Thelma Frances (Milhon) Meeker.

As a young child, Cheryl moved with her family to Garden City where she attended Garden City schools. She then attended Cosmetology school in Wichita, Kansas. A longtime resident of Garden City, Cheryl lived in Lakin, Kansas from 1964 to 1978, returning to Garden City. For more than 43 years, Cheryl worked as a beautician, and she owned and operated Shear Techniques for several years. Cheryl later worked for 6 years at Pizza Hut in Garden City. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles and loved to spend her time bowling, gardening, and shooting at the gun range.

On October 3, 1964, she married Joe Baier in Garden City, Kansas. Cheryl later married Lanny Pauley on August 4, 1991, in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado. He survives. Other survivors include a daughter Michelle Nicholson of Holcomb, Kansas; a son Matthew &amp; wife Teresa Baier of Cheyenne, Wyoming; six grandchildren Jacob (Caty) Nicholson, Dalton Nicholson, Darian (Cody) Nicholson, Kylea Baier, Tyler (Amanda) Lounsberry, &amp; Cody (Carman) Lounsberry; and five great-grandchildren. Cheryl is preceded in death by her parents; a son Michael Baier; and a brother Lonnie Dewayne Meeker.

Family and Friends are invited to a Celebration of Life from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024, at Flat Mountain Brewery in Garden City, Kansas. A private family interment will take place at a later date. The family suggests memorials given to the Memory Care Unit at Southeast Colorado Hospital District in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City. Condolence may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Cheryl A. Pauley, 79, died Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Southeast Colorado Hospital District in Springfield, Colorado. She was born July 25, 1944, in Lewis, Kansas, the daughter of Franklin Elwood &amp; Thelma Frances (Milhon) Meeker.As a young child, Cheryl moved with her family to Garden City where she attended Garden City schools. She then attended Cosmetology school in Wichita, Kansas. A longtime resident of Garden City, Cheryl lived in Lakin, Kansas from 1964 to 1978, returning to Garden City. For more than 43 years, Cheryl worked as a beautician, and she owned and operated Shear Techniques for several years. Cheryl later worked for 6 years at Pizza Hut in Garden City. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles and loved to spend her time bowling, gardening, and shooting at the gun range.On October 3, 1964, she married Joe Baier in Garden City, Kansas. Cheryl later married Lanny Pauley on August 4, 1991, in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado. He survives. Other survivors include a daughter Michelle Nicholson of Holcomb, Kansas; a son Matthew &amp; wife Teresa Baier of Cheyenne, Wyoming; six grandchildren Jacob (Caty) Nicholson, Dalton Nicholson, Darian (Cody) Nicholson, Kylea Baier, Tyler (Amanda) Lounsberry, &amp; Cody (Carman) Lounsberry; and five great-grandchildren. Cheryl is preceded in death by her parents; a son Michael Baier; and a brother Lonnie Dewayne Meeker.Family and Friends are invited to a Celebration of Life from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024, at Flat Mountain Brewery in Garden City, Kansas. A private family interment will take place at a later date. The family suggests memorials given to the Memory Care Unit at Southeast Colorado Hospital District in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City. Condolence may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cheryl A. Pauley

Neva Elaine Smith Pointer, age 87, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2024, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. Neva was born on July 20, 1936, in Montezuma, Kansas, to John and Katie Jantz Smith.

Neva attended grades one through seven in Montezuma, Kansas; the eighth grade at Norton County Country School and graduated from Elkhart High School.

Neva was married to Dean Pointer on March 18, 1955, in Syracuse, Kansas. They were married for 62 years prior to Dean passing away. To this union, five children were born. As Dean’s work required it, their family moved to several different homes. Eventually, Ulysses became their permanent resident.

The task of caring for five children kept Neva busy, yet she created and found ways to bring extra income into the household. Amongst those things were ironing for others, cleaning houses, painting and wallpapering, selling Avon, and pouring and painting plastercraft. Neva was active in the local bowling teams, holding the secretary position of bowling leagues for over 30 years.

Teaching her children how to create things of beauty from everyday things that were around the house and yard seemed to come natural to Neva. The year that the large puff ball dandelions were gathered from ditches, hair-sprayed and then painted gold will always remind her children and perhaps those elementary teachers who received them that beauty can be found in the simplest of things that seem to have no purpose.

Neva started and ran her own business, “Pointer Ceramics” for over 40 years. She spent countless hours standing at the slip-held pouring table banding, pouring and unbanding new pieces of ceramics. Neva was a 4-H Ceramic leader helping the youth of the Ulysses and surrounding communities create ceramic pieces of their own. Many county fairs had exhibits of pieces created at Pointer’s Ceramics. One of Neva’s nurses in the last week of her life was one of those young painters. Neva’s touch on others is countless.

In Neva’s own written words, “Life is such a precious gift and I have tried to enjoy it...taking care of myself and not being a burden to anyone.” Neva lived her life that way daily. In those same final words written in her handwriting “I will miss my children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. My wish for them is to stay healthy and enjoy life.”Family mealtimes were a must in Neva and Dean’s home. Each evening meal preparation and clean-up was shared by everyone. The expectation to be at the dinner table on time was enforced. Creative ways to make the groceries stretch through to the end of each month happened daily. Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy and corn were amongst the favorite meals enjoyed on a Sunday afternoon.

Neva didn’t attend church a whole lot but believed in God. She lived her life always trying to do for others, sometimes at a cost to herself. She valued the spiritual heritage passed down to her from her parents and grandparents. She shared her belief with her children by sending them to Sunday School and summer Bible schools. Bibles were always present in the household. Neva was baptized at the Western Prairie Care home by Shirley Williams in the fall of 2023.

Neva was preceded in death by her husband, Dean; her grandparents, Henry and Minnie Smith and Tobias and Caroline Jantz; her parents, John and Katie Smith; her sisters, Doris Amirt and Dolores Burton; her brothers, Donald Smith, Lawrence Smith and Lester Smith; and her granddaughter; Lacey Diane Case.

Neva is survived by her sister, Neoma Keith; brothers, Keller Smith and wife, Harriet, and Allen Smith and wife, Pat; children, Doris and husband, Jerry Greene, Debra Case, son-in-law, Jimmy Case, Rodney Pointer, Denise and her husband, Len Sisk, and Deanna Pointer; her grandchildren, Michael and Tashina Case, Ed and Amy Lenherr, Cory and Stacy Brown, Chris and Andrea Greene, Curtis and Charity Greene, Nici Jewell, and Derek and Amber Jewell; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Public visitation will be on Friday, March 8, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses, Kansas. Graveside service will be on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Ulysses Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Rodney and Deanna Pointer in care of the Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Neva Elaine Smith Pointer, age 87, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2024, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. Neva was born on July 20, 1936, in Montezuma, Kansas, to John and Katie Jantz Smith.Neva attended grades one through seven in Montezuma, Kansas; the eighth grade at Norton County Country School and graduated from Elkhart High School.Neva was married to Dean Pointer on March 18, 1955, in Syracuse, Kansas. They were married for 62 years prior to Dean passing away. To this union, five children were born. As Dean’s work required it, their family moved to several different homes. Eventually, Ulysses became their permanent resident.The task of caring for five children kept Neva busy, yet she created and found ways to bring extra income into the household. Amongst those things were ironing for others, cleaning houses, painting and wallpapering, selling Avon, and pouring and painting plastercraft. Neva was active in the local bowling teams, holding the secretary position of bowling leagues for over 30 years.Teaching her children how to create things of beauty from everyday things that were around the house and yard seemed to come natural to Neva. The year that the large puff ball dandelions were gathered from ditches, hair-sprayed and then painted gold will always remind her children and perhaps those elementary teachers who received them that beauty can be found in the simplest of things that seem to have no purpose.Neva started and ran her own business, “Pointer Ceramics” for over 40 years. She spent countless hours standing at the slip-held pouring table banding, pouring and unbanding new pieces of ceramics. Neva was a 4-H Ceramic leader helping the youth of the Ulysses and surrounding communities create ceramic pieces of their own. Many county fairs had exhibits of pieces created at Pointer’s Ceramics. One of Neva’s nurses in the last week of her life was one of those young painters. Neva’s touch on others is countless.In Neva’s own written words, “Life is such a precious gift and I have tried to enjoy it...taking care of myself and not being a burden to anyone.” Neva lived her life that way daily. In those same final words written in her handwriting “I will miss my children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. My wish for them is to stay healthy and enjoy life.”Family mealtimes were a must in Neva and Dean’s home. Each evening meal preparation and clean-up was shared by everyone. The expectation to be at the dinner table on time was enforced. Creative ways to make the groceries stretch through to the end of each month happened daily. Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy and corn were amongst the favorite meals enjoyed on a Sunday afternoon.Neva didn’t attend church a whole lot but believed in God. She lived her life always trying to do for others, sometimes at a cost to herself. She valued the spiritual heritage passed down to her from her parents and grandparents. She shared her belief with her children by sending them to Sunday School and summer Bible schools. Bibles were always present in the household. Neva was baptized at the Western Prairie Care home by Shirley Williams in the fall of 2023.Neva was preceded in death by her husband, Dean; her grandparents, Henry and Minnie Smith and Tobias and Caroline Jantz; her parents, John and Katie Smith; her sisters, Doris Amirt and Dolores Burton; her brothers, Donald Smith, Lawrence Smith and Lester Smith; and her granddaughter; Lacey Diane Case.Neva is survived by her sister, Neoma Keith; brothers, Keller Smith and wife, Harriet, and Allen Smith and wife, Pat; children, Doris and husband, Jerry Greene, Debra Case, son-in-law, Jimmy Case, Rodney Pointer, Denise and her husband, Len Sisk, and Deanna Pointer; her grandchildren, Michael and Tashina Case, Ed and Amy Lenherr, Cory and Stacy Brown, Chris and Andrea Greene, Curtis and Charity Greene, Nici Jewell, and Derek and Amber Jewell; and 14 great-grandchildren.Public visitation will be on Friday, March 8, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses, Kansas. Graveside service will be on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Ulysses Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Rodney and Deanna Pointer in care of the Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Neva Elaine Smith Pointer

Maria Concepción Estrada Martínez “Conchis” de 78 años falleció el domingo 3 de Marzo de 2024, en la ciudad de Garden City, Ks a la 6:58 am. Nació el 2 de Septiembre de 1945, en Jerécuaro, Guanajuato, México.

 Conchis era hija de Nicolas Estrada y Cleofas Martínez.Conchis Creció en el Rancho la Purísima después de que se casará con Juventino Tamayo se fue a vivir a Jerécuaro, empezó a trabajar de enfermera en el hospital de Jerécuaro, disfrutaba de cuidar sus plantas, pájaros, puercos. Siempre fué una buena cristiana e iba a la iglesia católica.

A conchis le sobreviven: su esposo Juventino Tamayo, sus hijos: Bertín, Norma, Hortensia, Juventino, Sandra, Omar y Fátima, sus nueras: Rogelia, verónica y Patty, sus yernos: Luis Miguel Garduño, Miguel Benites, Jaime Ortiz Y Raúl López. Sus Nietos: Mayra, Salvador, Miriam, Gabriel, Alexis, Angelica, Yunuen, Luis, Chris, Oscar, Kimberly, Inaky, Wendy, Gabriela, Erick, Angel, Alondra, Valerie, Bryant, Joshua, Jennyfer, Jacob, Desteni, Brandon y Jeremy, 18 bisnietos: Abriana, Andrew, Anthony, Alexa, Angel, Jayden, Carly, Nichole, Allyson, Melanie, Alexander, Messiah, Kassandra, Lucy, Addeline, Annalyse, Camila Y Angel.

Visitacion empieza a las 10:00 A.M a las 4:00 P.M. Los Servicios del Rosario será a las 7:30 P.M. el Martes 5 de Marzo 2024. Funeral será a las 2:00 P.M. el Miércoles 6 de Marzo de 2024 las dos en la Iglesia Católica de Santa María con el Padre Jacob Schneider oficiando. El Entierro seguirá en el cementerio Valley View Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Maria Concepción Estrada Martínez “Conchis” de 78 años falleció el domingo 3 de Marzo de 2024, en la ciudad de Garden City, Ks a la 6:58 am. Nació el 2 de Septiembre de 1945, en Jerécuaro, Guanajuato, México. Conchis era hija de Nicolas Estrada y Cleofas Martínez.Conchis Creció en el Rancho la Purísima después de que se casará con Juventino Tamayo se fue a vivir a Jerécuaro, empezó a trabajar de enfermera en el hospital de Jerécuaro, disfrutaba de cuidar sus plantas, pájaros, puercos. Siempre fué una buena cristiana e iba a la iglesia católica.A conchis le sobreviven: su esposo Juventino Tamayo, sus hijos: Bertín, Norma, Hortensia, Juventino, Sandra, Omar y Fátima, sus nueras: Rogelia, verónica y Patty, sus yernos: Luis Miguel Garduño, Miguel Benites, Jaime Ortiz Y Raúl López. Sus Nietos: Mayra, Salvador, Miriam, Gabriel, Alexis, Angelica, Yunuen, Luis, Chris, Oscar, Kimberly, Inaky, Wendy, Gabriela, Erick, Angel, Alondra, Valerie, Bryant, Joshua, Jennyfer, Jacob, Desteni, Brandon y Jeremy, 18 bisnietos: Abriana, Andrew, Anthony, Alexa, Angel, Jayden, Carly, Nichole, Allyson, Melanie, Alexander, Messiah, Kassandra, Lucy, Addeline, Annalyse, Camila Y Angel.Visitacion empieza a las 10:00 A.M a las 4:00 P.M. Los Servicios del Rosario será a las 7:30 P.M. el Martes 5 de Marzo 2024. Funeral será a las 2:00 P.M. el Miércoles 6 de Marzo de 2024 las dos en la Iglesia Católica de Santa María con el Padre Jacob Schneider oficiando. El Entierro seguirá en el cementerio Valley View Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Maria Concepción Estrada Martínez “Conchis”

Mona J. Heitschmidt, age 67, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born on March 8, 1956, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard &amp; Ruth Frank Steffens Jr. &nbsp;A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she was a secretary for Brookover Cattle Company in Scott City, Kansas for almost 30 years.

She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include her Two Daughters - Alesha Heitschmidt of Manhattan, Kansas, Chelsea Moses-Heitschmidt of Manhattan, Kansas, One Son - Josh Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Two Sisters - Becky Bryant of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Sherry Hickey of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Johnny Steffens of Mulberry, Kansas, Six Grandchildren - Morgen Roberts of Scott City, Kansas, Raigen Wilson of Manhattan, Kansas, Carley Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Lakyn Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Nova Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Kyilen Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, and numerous nieces &amp; nephews.

She was preceded in death by her Parents.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 8, 2024, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle Evans presiding.

Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Mona Heitschmidt Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2024, and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Mona J. Heitschmidt, age 67, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born on March 8, 1956, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard &amp; Ruth Frank Steffens Jr. &nbsp;A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she was a secretary for Brookover Cattle Company in Scott City, Kansas for almost 30 years.She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include her Two Daughters - Alesha Heitschmidt of Manhattan, Kansas, Chelsea Moses-Heitschmidt of Manhattan, Kansas, One Son - Josh Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Two Sisters - Becky Bryant of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Sherry Hickey of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Johnny Steffens of Mulberry, Kansas, Six Grandchildren - Morgen Roberts of Scott City, Kansas, Raigen Wilson of Manhattan, Kansas, Carley Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Lakyn Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Nova Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, Kyilen Heitschmidt of Miller, Missouri, and numerous nieces &amp; nephews.She was preceded in death by her Parents.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 8, 2024, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle Evans presiding.Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Mona Heitschmidt Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2024, and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

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