Phyllis Dee Wright, 88, of Alexander,
Kansas, passed on May 30, 2025, in Chanute, Ks. She was born March 9, 1937, to
Etta (Williams) and John Seltmann. &nbsp;A
graduate of Alexander High School’s class of 1955, Phyllis married her high
school sweetheart, Loren Wright on September 4 of the same year. Together, they
raised three children, Robin, Wanda and Bradley. 

Phyllis and Loren lived in
Hoisington after marriage for a short time before they returned to Alexander
when Loren started farming and Phyllis became a dedicated farmer’s
wife, embracing all that role entailed.
Her life’s work was on the
farm as she was an integral part of making their farming operation successful.
Her days entailed raising
their children, driving tractor, pulling anhydrous tanks, checking cattle,
providing meals, and other jobs as needed, as well as business manager
and bookkeeper. 

Outside their work on the
farm, Phyllis and Loren enjoyed traveling, often to Mexico and Panama. They
were members of the EAA, Experimental Aviation Association, Great Bend, and
enjoyed attending meetings and hosting at the farm. They even flew their
private plane to Alaska with this group. 

Phyllis was preceded in death
by her husband Loren and children Robin Misegadis and Bradley Wright.

She is survived by her daughter,
&nbsp;Wanda (John) Gard, son-in-law, Todd
Misegadis; grandchildren, Jason (Danielle) Misegadis, Jarren (Meredith) Gard
and Taylor (Devon) Crabree; great-grandchildren, Chellsea, Hailey, Emilia,
Lennox, Walker, Watson, Wells with another on the way; as well as two great-great-grandchildren.


Visitation will be from
9:30-10:30a.m., Thursday, June 5, 2025 at Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine St.,
La Crosse, KS 67548.

Graveside services will be
11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 5 at Belle Prairie Cemetery, Aleander, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorials
are suggested to Sunflower Diversified Services, Great Bend or Harry Hynes
Hospice, Chanute.

For more information or to
leave condolences online, please visit www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748881136676.jpeg" alt="Phyllis Dee Wright" />
 <figcaption>Phyllis Dee Wright</figcaption>
 </figure>Phyllis Dee Wright, 88, of Alexander,
Kansas, passed on May 30, 2025, in Chanute, Ks. She was born March 9, 1937, to
Etta (Williams) and John Seltmann. &nbsp;A
graduate of Alexander High School’s class of 1955, Phyllis married her high
school sweetheart, Loren Wright on September 4 of the same year. Together, they
raised three children, Robin, Wanda and Bradley. Phyllis and Loren lived in
Hoisington after marriage for a short time before they returned to Alexander
when Loren started farming and Phyllis became a dedicated farmer’s
wife, embracing all that role entailed.
Her life’s work was on the
farm as she was an integral part of making their farming operation successful.
Her days entailed raising
their children, driving tractor, pulling anhydrous tanks, checking cattle,
providing meals, and other jobs as needed, as well as business manager
and bookkeeper. Outside their work on the
farm, Phyllis and Loren enjoyed traveling, often to Mexico and Panama. They
were members of the EAA, Experimental Aviation Association, Great Bend, and
enjoyed attending meetings and hosting at the farm. They even flew their
private plane to Alaska with this group. Phyllis was preceded in death
by her husband Loren and children Robin Misegadis and Bradley Wright.She is survived by her daughter,
&nbsp;Wanda (John) Gard, son-in-law, Todd
Misegadis; grandchildren, Jason (Danielle) Misegadis, Jarren (Meredith) Gard
and Taylor (Devon) Crabree; great-grandchildren, Chellsea, Hailey, Emilia,
Lennox, Walker, Watson, Wells with another on the way; as well as two great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from
9:30-10:30a.m., Thursday, June 5, 2025 at Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine St.,
La Crosse, KS 67548.Graveside services will be
11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 5 at Belle Prairie Cemetery, Aleander, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, memorials
are suggested to Sunflower Diversified Services, Great Bend or Harry Hynes
Hospice, Chanute.For more information or to
leave condolences online, please visit www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Phyllis Dee Wright

Sheila Sue Teal, 75, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away at home
on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.&nbsp; She was
born on November 4, 1949 in Hays, Kansas to Clarence and Winifred (Rigby) Davis.&nbsp; She was a proud graduate of Hays High School
and Fort Hays State University, where she earned a BS degree in Library
Science.&nbsp; Later, she pursued further
education, obtaining a Mini Masters from the University of Missouri Kansas
City.&nbsp; Sheila was married twice, first to
Jan Weilert in Hays, Kansas, and later to Larry Teal in Wichita, Kansas.

Sheila spent 31 years of her career at Wolf Creek Nuclear
Operating Corporation, where she worked in various roles, ultimately becoming
the Supervisor of the Management Training Program.&nbsp; Throughout her life, Sheila called Hays,
Andover, and Olathe, Kansas, home.&nbsp; In
her spare time, she loved to stay active, enjoying exercise, tennis, shopping,
boating, and travel.&nbsp; She deeply
cherished her time spent with family and friends.&nbsp; Sheila will be remembered for her warmth,
kindness, and the love she shared with those around her.

Survivors include her husband, Larry Teal, children, Annette
(Andrew) Warburton of Murrieta, CA and Christopher (Amme) Weilert of Edmond,
OK, five grandchildren, Dominic Richmond, Jonathan Warburton, Flynn Weilert,
Crew Weilert, and Golden Weilert, and a sister, Patricia (Les) Morgan of
Topeka.

A celebration of life will be at 10:30 am on Thursday, June
5, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp;
Private family inurnment will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am
until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials
are suggested to First Call for Help.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Sheila may be shared with her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743432901605.jpeg" alt="Sheila Sue Teal" />
 <figcaption>Sheila Sue Teal</figcaption>
 </figure>Sheila Sue Teal, 75, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away at home
on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.&nbsp; She was
born on November 4, 1949 in Hays, Kansas to Clarence and Winifred (Rigby) Davis.&nbsp; She was a proud graduate of Hays High School
and Fort Hays State University, where she earned a BS degree in Library
Science.&nbsp; Later, she pursued further
education, obtaining a Mini Masters from the University of Missouri Kansas
City.&nbsp; Sheila was married twice, first to
Jan Weilert in Hays, Kansas, and later to Larry Teal in Wichita, Kansas.Sheila spent 31 years of her career at Wolf Creek Nuclear
Operating Corporation, where she worked in various roles, ultimately becoming
the Supervisor of the Management Training Program.&nbsp; Throughout her life, Sheila called Hays,
Andover, and Olathe, Kansas, home.&nbsp; In
her spare time, she loved to stay active, enjoying exercise, tennis, shopping,
boating, and travel.&nbsp; She deeply
cherished her time spent with family and friends.&nbsp; Sheila will be remembered for her warmth,
kindness, and the love she shared with those around her.Survivors include her husband, Larry Teal, children, Annette
(Andrew) Warburton of Murrieta, CA and Christopher (Amme) Weilert of Edmond,
OK, five grandchildren, Dominic Richmond, Jonathan Warburton, Flynn Weilert,
Crew Weilert, and Golden Weilert, and a sister, Patricia (Les) Morgan of
Topeka.A celebration of life will be at 10:30 am on Thursday, June
5, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp;
Private family inurnment will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am
until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials
are suggested to First Call for Help.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Sheila may be shared with her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

Sheila Sue Teal

Ernest “Ernie”
Adair Kroeger, age 91 of Hays, Kansas passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at
Via Christi Village. He was born on October 4, 1933, in Ellis, Kansas to Katie
(Gashler) and Charles Kroeger. Ernest graduated from Ellis High School and on
August 21, 1954, he married Darlene Kroeger in St. Mary’s Church in Ellis.

Ernie’s career
included Ogallah and Penokee Co-op, owner of Ernie’s Pro Hardware, Enterprise,
American Electric and St. John’s Rest Home. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army,
an honorary Life Member of the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus and a
4th Degree member of the Bishop Cunningham Assembly and did
missionary work at Saint Paul's church in Crown Point, New Mexico. Ernie
enjoyed watching Fort Hays basketball as a season ticket holder. He was an avid
puzzler, auction goer, and volunteered when needed.

Ernie is
survived by three daughters, Lynette Wasinger and husband Jerry of Hays,
LouWayne Davidson and husband Rick of Hays and Lori Newell and husband Galen of
Wichita. Grandchildren, Joel Wasinger and Blake Wasinger and wife Teresa, Ben,
Brett and Bryce Davidson, Chris Newell and wife Kara and Nicole Mannion and
husband Alex as well as his great grandchildren, Maddison and Matthew Wasinger,
Owen, Sadie, Kennedy and Hayden Newell, Brayden, Hadley and Avery Mannion.

He was preceded
in death by his parents, wife, five brothers and one sister.

Mass of
Christian burial will be Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM at St. Nicholas
of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 East 13th Street Hays, Kansas 67601. Recitation
of the Rosary will be at 10:00 AM prior to services at the church.&nbsp;
Inurnment, inclusive of Military Honors, will follow the mass at 2:00 PM in the
State of Kansas Veterans Cemetery - WaKeeney, Kansas.

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

In lieu of
flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and/or
St. Paul's Church - Crown Point, New Mexico in care of the funeral chapel.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748701627262.jpeg" alt="Ernest 'Ernie' Kroeger" />
 <figcaption>Ernest 'Ernie' Kroeger</figcaption>
 </figure>Ernest “Ernie”
Adair Kroeger, age 91 of Hays, Kansas passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at
Via Christi Village. He was born on October 4, 1933, in Ellis, Kansas to Katie
(Gashler) and Charles Kroeger. Ernest graduated from Ellis High School and on
August 21, 1954, he married Darlene Kroeger in St. Mary’s Church in Ellis.Ernie’s career
included Ogallah and Penokee Co-op, owner of Ernie’s Pro Hardware, Enterprise,
American Electric and St. John’s Rest Home. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army,
an honorary Life Member of the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus and a
4th Degree member of the Bishop Cunningham Assembly and did
missionary work at Saint Paul's church in Crown Point, New Mexico. Ernie
enjoyed watching Fort Hays basketball as a season ticket holder. He was an avid
puzzler, auction goer, and volunteered when needed.Ernie is
survived by three daughters, Lynette Wasinger and husband Jerry of Hays,
LouWayne Davidson and husband Rick of Hays and Lori Newell and husband Galen of
Wichita. Grandchildren, Joel Wasinger and Blake Wasinger and wife Teresa, Ben,
Brett and Bryce Davidson, Chris Newell and wife Kara and Nicole Mannion and
husband Alex as well as his great grandchildren, Maddison and Matthew Wasinger,
Owen, Sadie, Kennedy and Hayden Newell, Brayden, Hadley and Avery Mannion.He was preceded
in death by his parents, wife, five brothers and one sister.Mass of
Christian burial will be Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM at St. Nicholas
of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 East 13th Street Hays, Kansas 67601. Recitation
of the Rosary will be at 10:00 AM prior to services at the church.&nbsp;
Inurnment, inclusive of Military Honors, will follow the mass at 2:00 PM in the
State of Kansas Veterans Cemetery - WaKeeney, Kansas.Memories and
words of comfort may be shared on Ernie's tribute page via:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;In lieu of
flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and/or
St. Paul's Church - Crown Point, New Mexico in care of the funeral chapel.

Ernest 'Ernie' Kroeger

Phyllis Ann Lewis, 91, long-time
resident of Hill City, Kansas, died Wednesday May 21, 2025, at the Good
Samaritan Society, Hays, Kansas. She was born December 24, 1933, in Hays to
Henry M. and Fedora M. (Hamel) Berland.

Phyllis graduated from high school
in Palco, Kansas in 1951 and went on to earn a degree in Home Economics from
Fort Hays State College in 1955.

Phyllis married Harold V. Lewis
July 16, 1955, in Zurich, Kansas. Together they raised three children: Susan
Lorenzen, Mary Kay Davignon, and Steven Lewis. She was a proud and loving
grandmother to her six grandchildren: Sarah (Lorenzen) Kinney, Heather (Lorenzen)
Adams, Blake Davignon, Abby (Davignon) Mills, Cody Lewis, and Mackenzie (Lewis)
McCoy, and her 17 great-grandchildren.

Phyllis approached every role in
her life with enthusiasm and excellence. She worked as a bookkeeper for the
family business, Lewis Motor Company in Hill City, for many years. Alongside
two dear friends, she also co-founded The Flower Cottage, a local shop that
showcased her keen eye for design and style. A gifted seamstress, Phyllis
generously shared her talent by mentoring young people through 4-H and helping
create costumes for school and community theater productions. She inspired many
with her hands-on approach to teaching and her passion for creativity. Her
artistic flair extended to painting, and her work was often displayed in the
homes of family and friends. Phyllis also served as a substitute teacher at
local schools, touching the lives of countless students. She was known for her
warm hospitality, incredible cooking, and love of entertaining. She cherished
time spent with friends, especially over coffee or a game of Bridge, and she
was actively involved in local clubs and organizations. 

A devout member of the Immaculate
Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hill City, Phyllis was always ready to lend a
helping hand to those in need.

Phyllis is survived by her
children: Susan Lorenzen and husband Larry, Anita, Iowa: Mary Kay Davignon and
husband, Mike of Bogue; and Steven Lewis and wife, Carey, of Hays; as well as
her six grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Phyllis was preceded in death by
her parents, her brother, Leroy Berland, of Hays; two sisters, Patricia Lietz,
of Wichita, and Diane Tesley-Saindon, of Phillipsburg, and a grandson, Matthew
Lorenzen.

A Funeral Mass will be held 10:30
a.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,
Hill City, Kansas with burial following at Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, Wakeeney,
Kansas. Memorials are suggested to Hays Hospice or the Hays Good Samaritan
Society and may be sent to Phyllis Lewis Memorial, in care of &nbsp;Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 North Pomeroy,
Hill City, Kansas 67642. Arrangements are by Stinemetz Funeral Home. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748005946361.jpeg" alt="Phyllis Ann Lewis" />
 <figcaption>Phyllis Ann Lewis</figcaption>
 </figure>Phyllis Ann Lewis, 91, long-time
resident of Hill City, Kansas, died Wednesday May 21, 2025, at the Good
Samaritan Society, Hays, Kansas. She was born December 24, 1933, in Hays to
Henry M. and Fedora M. (Hamel) Berland.Phyllis graduated from high school
in Palco, Kansas in 1951 and went on to earn a degree in Home Economics from
Fort Hays State College in 1955.Phyllis married Harold V. Lewis
July 16, 1955, in Zurich, Kansas. Together they raised three children: Susan
Lorenzen, Mary Kay Davignon, and Steven Lewis. She was a proud and loving
grandmother to her six grandchildren: Sarah (Lorenzen) Kinney, Heather (Lorenzen)
Adams, Blake Davignon, Abby (Davignon) Mills, Cody Lewis, and Mackenzie (Lewis)
McCoy, and her 17 great-grandchildren.Phyllis approached every role in
her life with enthusiasm and excellence. She worked as a bookkeeper for the
family business, Lewis Motor Company in Hill City, for many years. Alongside
two dear friends, she also co-founded The Flower Cottage, a local shop that
showcased her keen eye for design and style. A gifted seamstress, Phyllis
generously shared her talent by mentoring young people through 4-H and helping
create costumes for school and community theater productions. She inspired many
with her hands-on approach to teaching and her passion for creativity. Her
artistic flair extended to painting, and her work was often displayed in the
homes of family and friends. Phyllis also served as a substitute teacher at
local schools, touching the lives of countless students. She was known for her
warm hospitality, incredible cooking, and love of entertaining. She cherished
time spent with friends, especially over coffee or a game of Bridge, and she
was actively involved in local clubs and organizations. A devout member of the Immaculate
Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hill City, Phyllis was always ready to lend a
helping hand to those in need.Phyllis is survived by her
children: Susan Lorenzen and husband Larry, Anita, Iowa: Mary Kay Davignon and
husband, Mike of Bogue; and Steven Lewis and wife, Carey, of Hays; as well as
her six grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.Phyllis was preceded in death by
her parents, her brother, Leroy Berland, of Hays; two sisters, Patricia Lietz,
of Wichita, and Diane Tesley-Saindon, of Phillipsburg, and a grandson, Matthew
Lorenzen.A Funeral Mass will be held 10:30
a.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,
Hill City, Kansas with burial following at Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, Wakeeney,
Kansas. Memorials are suggested to Hays Hospice or the Hays Good Samaritan
Society and may be sent to Phyllis Lewis Memorial, in care of &nbsp;Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 North Pomeroy,
Hill City, Kansas 67642. Arrangements are by Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Phyllis Ann Lewis

Donna
Mae Allen, 95, of Edmond, OK, passed away surrounded by loved ones, on May 27,
2025, at The Veraden Senior Living Center in Edmond, OK.

She
was born on May 24, 1930, in Stockton, Kansas, to Carl and Hazel (Colburn)
Bray.&nbsp; Donna grew up in Stockton and
married Kenneth Carlton Wente, on April 16, 1950.&nbsp; Together, they owned and operated the Prairie
View Cabin Courts in Hill City, KS, and raised four boys: Ronald, Brent, Gary, and
Ken.&nbsp; After the passing of her husband,
she married Bernard Allen on April 14, 1976, and grew her family with two stepsons:
Roger and Lew Allen.

Donna’s
life was dedicated to her family and friends.&nbsp;
She worked many jobs to support her family, but she was best known for
her career as the Board Secretary and Treasurer at the Graham County USD 281
office.&nbsp; She loved traveling and was able
to visit 49 of the 50 states, missing only Alaska.&nbsp; She and Bernard loved the outdoors and spent
many summers enjoying the San De Cristo Mountain range in Southern
Colorado.&nbsp; After retiring, they moved
from Hill City to Bella Vista, Arkansas, to enjoy life in the Ozark mountains.&nbsp; Donna was always focused on family and made
it a point to get her four boys and their families together at least
annually.&nbsp;&nbsp; 

Donna
is survived by her children, Ronald (Debra) Wente of Hays, KS, Brent (Christina)
Wente of Bonner Springs, KS, Gary (Connie) Wente of San Saba, TX, Ken (Kathy)
Wente of Cudjoe Key, FL, step sons Roger (Pam) Allen of Salina, KS, and Lew (Jo
Beth) Allen of Athens, GA; ten grandchildren: Chris (Valerie) Wente, Jeff
(Jennie) Wente, Shawn Wente, Nicholas Wente, Cody (Kayla) Wente, Rick (Tracy)
Wente, Lisa (Harold) Jergenson, Garin (Amanda) Wente, Tanner (Amy) Wente, and Jessie
(Cole) Clark; three step grandchildren, Carrie, Paul (Tonya), Rachel; thirteen
great grandchildren: Grace, Jacob, Kaitlyn, Paige, Ava, Austin, Ashlyn, Brenna,
Paxton, Archer, Dierks, Livie, and Bonnie Bray; and several step great
grandchildren.

She
was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Hazel; husbands Kenneth Wente
and Bernard Allen; brothers Robert and William; sisters, Marie McCue, Beulah
Koppes and Loras; two step grandsons, Robbie Allen and Luke Allen.

Donna
will be truly missed by all.&nbsp; She touched
so many lives, and her memories will never be forgotten.

A
service in her honor will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10:30 am at the
Stinemetz Funeral Home in Hill City, KS with burial to immediately follow at
the Stockton Cemetery.

Memorials
are suggested to Hill City High School and may be sent to Stinemetz Funeral
Home, 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748556051894.jpeg" alt="Donna Mae Allen" />
 <figcaption>Donna Mae Allen</figcaption>
 </figure>Donna
Mae Allen, 95, of Edmond, OK, passed away surrounded by loved ones, on May 27,
2025, at The Veraden Senior Living Center in Edmond, OK.She
was born on May 24, 1930, in Stockton, Kansas, to Carl and Hazel (Colburn)
Bray.&nbsp; Donna grew up in Stockton and
married Kenneth Carlton Wente, on April 16, 1950.&nbsp; Together, they owned and operated the Prairie
View Cabin Courts in Hill City, KS, and raised four boys: Ronald, Brent, Gary, and
Ken.&nbsp; After the passing of her husband,
she married Bernard Allen on April 14, 1976, and grew her family with two stepsons:
Roger and Lew Allen.Donna’s
life was dedicated to her family and friends.&nbsp;
She worked many jobs to support her family, but she was best known for
her career as the Board Secretary and Treasurer at the Graham County USD 281
office.&nbsp; She loved traveling and was able
to visit 49 of the 50 states, missing only Alaska.&nbsp; She and Bernard loved the outdoors and spent
many summers enjoying the San De Cristo Mountain range in Southern
Colorado.&nbsp; After retiring, they moved
from Hill City to Bella Vista, Arkansas, to enjoy life in the Ozark mountains.&nbsp; Donna was always focused on family and made
it a point to get her four boys and their families together at least
annually.&nbsp;&nbsp; Donna
is survived by her children, Ronald (Debra) Wente of Hays, KS, Brent (Christina)
Wente of Bonner Springs, KS, Gary (Connie) Wente of San Saba, TX, Ken (Kathy)
Wente of Cudjoe Key, FL, step sons Roger (Pam) Allen of Salina, KS, and Lew (Jo
Beth) Allen of Athens, GA; ten grandchildren: Chris (Valerie) Wente, Jeff
(Jennie) Wente, Shawn Wente, Nicholas Wente, Cody (Kayla) Wente, Rick (Tracy)
Wente, Lisa (Harold) Jergenson, Garin (Amanda) Wente, Tanner (Amy) Wente, and Jessie
(Cole) Clark; three step grandchildren, Carrie, Paul (Tonya), Rachel; thirteen
great grandchildren: Grace, Jacob, Kaitlyn, Paige, Ava, Austin, Ashlyn, Brenna,
Paxton, Archer, Dierks, Livie, and Bonnie Bray; and several step great
grandchildren.She
was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Hazel; husbands Kenneth Wente
and Bernard Allen; brothers Robert and William; sisters, Marie McCue, Beulah
Koppes and Loras; two step grandsons, Robbie Allen and Luke Allen.Donna
will be truly missed by all.&nbsp; She touched
so many lives, and her memories will never be forgotten.A
service in her honor will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10:30 am at the
Stinemetz Funeral Home in Hill City, KS with burial to immediately follow at
the Stockton Cemetery.Memorials
are suggested to Hill City High School and may be sent to Stinemetz Funeral
Home, 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642.

Donna Mae Allen

Kathleen
Margaret O’Neal was born the middle child of John Henry and Artie Holmwood
(Smith) Faber on October 13, 1931, on a farm north of Campbell, Nebraska. She
was baptized June 1, 1932. When she was small, the family moved to a farm in
Rawlins County, Kansas, where she grew up. She loved everything about the farm,
especially “the smell of fresh turned earth and just plain getting dusty, dirty
clear up to your elbows”. 

She
went to Pleasant View District 56 Rawlins County country school through 8th
grade and then attended Colby Community High School, boarding in town with the
Imhof family.

Kathleen
married James Smith in 1950 and to this union were born Michael (Mike), Amy,
and Nancy. They divorced.

She
married Donald (Joe) O’Neal March 24, 1966. To this union were born Joseph
(L.J.), Heidi and John B. 

Family
and friends were very dear to her. She enjoyed farming, square dancing, polkas,
bowling, embroidery and crochet handiwork, crafts, musicals, yard work,
gardening, and thinking outside the box to solve problems. She loved a good
joke and was a bit of a prankster. She was also open to adventure-letting the
kids hatch chicks, raise ducks, and even let John B build a half-pipe for
skateboarding in the yard. Silly songs and sayings were frequently heard and of
course plenty of snacks.

She
started a tradition of having Mexican food at Christmas, followed by a treasure
hunt and buckets of homemade cookies for everyone to take home. Another
tradition she started was giving bear hugs to the grandchildren and
great-grandchildren which were enjoyed up until her final days.

Going
to church and Bible study were important to her. She had a strong faith and saw
that her children were raised in the church also. She was a member of Trinity
Lutheran Church and LWML.

Her
father was involved in the beginning of the Bird City Threshing Machine Show
and the family has continued the legacy. Kathleen was Threshing Machine Show
Queen in 2010.

Kathleen
and husband Joe owned the J K Texaco gas station (first gas station on the
interstate exit 54) and the North Village Laundromat. In addition, she sold
Watkins products, was Post Master at the Levant post office and had other
various employments in the community.

She
is survived by three children, Nancy Arendt, L.J. (Melanie) O’Neal and Heidi
(Greg) Haffner; daughter-in-law Mary Smith; seven grandchildren, Matt
(Christina) Smith, Marcy (Randall) Neff, Kathleen Arendt, Lacy (Skyler) Brogan,
Traci (Justin) Soukup, Alex (Carson) McKenna and Andrew Haffner; 15
great-grandchildren, and step-children Steve O’Neal and Michelle Walsh.

She
was preceded in death by her parents; brother Jack; sister Dinah; husband Joe;
sons, Mike and John B; infant daughter Amy; son-in-law Marlin Arendt; and
grandson Christopher Arendt. 

When
asked an important lesson learned, she said “Don’t need everything this world
seems to think we need to be happy. If we just would care about people and not
“stuff” and know this is really not our home. We are just passing through.
We’re caretakers for God’s creation.”

“See
you around” with a circular motion was often her goodbye.

There
will be a memorial service at 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 2, 2025, at Trinity
Lutheran Church, Colby. Following the service the family will receive friends
from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Colby American Legion with burial in the Faber
Cemetery at 7:00 p.m. Memorials can be made to Hospice Services NWKS, Tri-State
Antique Engine &amp; Thresher Association, or Kenton Krehbiel Villa High
Project and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For
information or condolences visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748555738143.jpeg" alt="Kathleen Margaret O’Neal" />
 <figcaption>Kathleen Margaret O’Neal</figcaption>
 </figure>Kathleen
Margaret O’Neal was born the middle child of John Henry and Artie Holmwood
(Smith) Faber on October 13, 1931, on a farm north of Campbell, Nebraska. She
was baptized June 1, 1932. When she was small, the family moved to a farm in
Rawlins County, Kansas, where she grew up. She loved everything about the farm,
especially “the smell of fresh turned earth and just plain getting dusty, dirty
clear up to your elbows”. She
went to Pleasant View District 56 Rawlins County country school through 8th
grade and then attended Colby Community High School, boarding in town with the
Imhof family.Kathleen
married James Smith in 1950 and to this union were born Michael (Mike), Amy,
and Nancy. They divorced.She
married Donald (Joe) O’Neal March 24, 1966. To this union were born Joseph
(L.J.), Heidi and John B. Family
and friends were very dear to her. She enjoyed farming, square dancing, polkas,
bowling, embroidery and crochet handiwork, crafts, musicals, yard work,
gardening, and thinking outside the box to solve problems. She loved a good
joke and was a bit of a prankster. She was also open to adventure-letting the
kids hatch chicks, raise ducks, and even let John B build a half-pipe for
skateboarding in the yard. Silly songs and sayings were frequently heard and of
course plenty of snacks.She
started a tradition of having Mexican food at Christmas, followed by a treasure
hunt and buckets of homemade cookies for everyone to take home. Another
tradition she started was giving bear hugs to the grandchildren and
great-grandchildren which were enjoyed up until her final days.Going
to church and Bible study were important to her. She had a strong faith and saw
that her children were raised in the church also. She was a member of Trinity
Lutheran Church and LWML.Her
father was involved in the beginning of the Bird City Threshing Machine Show
and the family has continued the legacy. Kathleen was Threshing Machine Show
Queen in 2010.Kathleen
and husband Joe owned the J K Texaco gas station (first gas station on the
interstate exit 54) and the North Village Laundromat. In addition, she sold
Watkins products, was Post Master at the Levant post office and had other
various employments in the community.She
is survived by three children, Nancy Arendt, L.J. (Melanie) O’Neal and Heidi
(Greg) Haffner; daughter-in-law Mary Smith; seven grandchildren, Matt
(Christina) Smith, Marcy (Randall) Neff, Kathleen Arendt, Lacy (Skyler) Brogan,
Traci (Justin) Soukup, Alex (Carson) McKenna and Andrew Haffner; 15
great-grandchildren, and step-children Steve O’Neal and Michelle Walsh.She
was preceded in death by her parents; brother Jack; sister Dinah; husband Joe;
sons, Mike and John B; infant daughter Amy; son-in-law Marlin Arendt; and
grandson Christopher Arendt. When
asked an important lesson learned, she said “Don’t need everything this world
seems to think we need to be happy. If we just would care about people and not
“stuff” and know this is really not our home. We are just passing through.
We’re caretakers for God’s creation.”“See
you around” with a circular motion was often her goodbye.There
will be a memorial service at 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 2, 2025, at Trinity
Lutheran Church, Colby. Following the service the family will receive friends
from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Colby American Legion with burial in the Faber
Cemetery at 7:00 p.m. Memorials can be made to Hospice Services NWKS, Tri-State
Antique Engine &amp; Thresher Association, or Kenton Krehbiel Villa High
Project and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For
information or condolences visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

Kathleen Margaret O’Neal

Marsha
Ann Haines, 78, of Stockton, KS, passed away on May 26, 2025, at the Solomon
Valley Manor in Stockton. She was born on January 8, 1947, to Russell and Leta
(Veverka) Bouchey in Hays, KS. 

Marsha grew
up in Stockton and graduated from Stockton High School in 1965. She continued
her education at Kansas State University, earning her bachelor’s degree in
Political Science, and later completed a master’s degree in Speech Pathology at
Fort Hays State University.

On
December 27, 1969, Marsha married the love of her life, Richard Lee “Tom”
Haines, at the United Methodist Church in Stockton. Together they raised three
daughters, and her greatest joy in life was being a devoted wife, mother, and
grandmother.

Marsha
dedicated her professional life to helping others as a speech pathologist,
serving students in the Stockton, Phillipsburg, and Palco school districts. She
had a kind and compassionate heart, always focused on the well-being of those
around her.

A woman
of many interests, Marsha loved quilting, knitting, card games, cooking, reading,
and cheering on her daughters and local athletes at community sports events.
She had a deep love for her family and especially cherished her time with her
grandchildren.

She was a
faithful member of the Stockton United Methodist Church and actively involved
in numerous organizations, including P.E.O., the VFW Auxiliary, FCE, and
4-H—both as a member in her youth and later as a dedicated leader for her
children.

Marsha is
survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Richard Haines of Stockton; her
daughters: Richelle Haines of Olathe, KS, Marissa (Brett) Shelton of Homewood,
IL, and Melanie Haines (Larry Wilson) of Neosho, MO; and five cherished
grandchildren: Violet Wilson, Veverka Shelton, Ellie Wilson, Emmett Wilson, and
Ellora Shelton.

She was
preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Leta Bouchey.

A Funeral
Service will be held on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 10:30 AM at the Stockton
Church of Restoration in Stockton. Burial will follow at the Stockton Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Sunday, 4-8PM with the family receiving friends 6-7PM at
the funeral home in Stockton.

Memorials
are suggested to the Rooks County 4-H Council or Stockton EMS and may be sent
to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669. 

Online condolences may be
left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748484046037.jpeg" alt="Marsha Ann Haines" />
 <figcaption>Marsha Ann Haines</figcaption>
 </figure>Marsha
Ann Haines, 78, of Stockton, KS, passed away on May 26, 2025, at the Solomon
Valley Manor in Stockton. She was born on January 8, 1947, to Russell and Leta
(Veverka) Bouchey in Hays, KS. Marsha grew
up in Stockton and graduated from Stockton High School in 1965. She continued
her education at Kansas State University, earning her bachelor’s degree in
Political Science, and later completed a master’s degree in Speech Pathology at
Fort Hays State University.On
December 27, 1969, Marsha married the love of her life, Richard Lee “Tom”
Haines, at the United Methodist Church in Stockton. Together they raised three
daughters, and her greatest joy in life was being a devoted wife, mother, and
grandmother.Marsha
dedicated her professional life to helping others as a speech pathologist,
serving students in the Stockton, Phillipsburg, and Palco school districts. She
had a kind and compassionate heart, always focused on the well-being of those
around her.A woman
of many interests, Marsha loved quilting, knitting, card games, cooking, reading,
and cheering on her daughters and local athletes at community sports events.
She had a deep love for her family and especially cherished her time with her
grandchildren.She was a
faithful member of the Stockton United Methodist Church and actively involved
in numerous organizations, including P.E.O., the VFW Auxiliary, FCE, and
4-H—both as a member in her youth and later as a dedicated leader for her
children.Marsha is
survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Richard Haines of Stockton; her
daughters: Richelle Haines of Olathe, KS, Marissa (Brett) Shelton of Homewood,
IL, and Melanie Haines (Larry Wilson) of Neosho, MO; and five cherished
grandchildren: Violet Wilson, Veverka Shelton, Ellie Wilson, Emmett Wilson, and
Ellora Shelton.She was
preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Leta Bouchey.A Funeral
Service will be held on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 10:30 AM at the Stockton
Church of Restoration in Stockton. Burial will follow at the Stockton Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Sunday, 4-8PM with the family receiving friends 6-7PM at
the funeral home in Stockton.Memorials
are suggested to the Rooks County 4-H Council or Stockton EMS and may be sent
to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669. Online condolences may be
left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>

Marsha Ann Haines

Coleen Dinkel, age 69 of Ellis, Kansas died Sunday, May 25, 2025
at the Good Samaritan Society - Ellis.

Coleen was born October 8,
1955, in Wakeeney, Kansas to Frank Schuster and Lorena (Malson) Schuster. She
graduated from Trego Community High School in 1973 and was united in marriage
to Fred Dinkel July 28, 1973.

Coleen stayed home and raised her three beautiful children. She
enjoyed cooking, cross stitching, putting together jigsaw puzzles, and
gambling, but most of all, spending time with her family. Coleen was also a
volunteer at the Ellis Thrift Store for over 10 years.

She is survived by her husband of almost 52 years; her children;
Tim (Bobbie) Dinkel; Jeff (Jessica) Dinkel, and Michelle (Matt) Murray, all of
Goodland, Kansas; grandchildren, James Dinkel, Kennedy Linin (Joel), Braden
Dinkel, Malynn Bonner, Mason Murray, Caleb Bonner, Dallynn Dinkel, Madelynn
Murray, Jayce Dinkel, Aaliyah Dinkel and Keyfyr Dinkel; great grandchildren,
Oakley Dinkel and Malachi Linin; sisters, Linda Kay Pulsipher (Rod), Illa Flax,
Lori Wagoner (Aaron); and brother, Mick Yannacito (Marcia).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank &amp; Lorena
Schuster.

Mass of Christian burial will be Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
at St. Mary's Catholic Church - Ellis. Burial will follow the mass in St.
Mary's Catholic Cemetery - Ellis. Viewing and Visitation will be on Thursday,
May 29, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a parish vigil service at 7:00 PM and
on Friday from 9:00 AM until service time all at St. Mary's - Ellis.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to: St. Mary's
Catholic Church - Ellis in care of the funeral chapel.

Please share memories and words of comfort on Coleen's tribute
page at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Services in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory -
Keithley Funeral Chapel - 400 East 17th Street Ellis, Kansas 67637.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748483667268.jpeg" alt="Coleen Dinkel" />
 <figcaption>Coleen Dinkel</figcaption>
 </figure>Coleen Dinkel, age 69 of Ellis, Kansas died Sunday, May 25, 2025
at the Good Samaritan Society - Ellis.Coleen was born October 8,
1955, in Wakeeney, Kansas to Frank Schuster and Lorena (Malson) Schuster. She
graduated from Trego Community High School in 1973 and was united in marriage
to Fred Dinkel July 28, 1973.Coleen stayed home and raised her three beautiful children. She
enjoyed cooking, cross stitching, putting together jigsaw puzzles, and
gambling, but most of all, spending time with her family. Coleen was also a
volunteer at the Ellis Thrift Store for over 10 years.She is survived by her husband of almost 52 years; her children;
Tim (Bobbie) Dinkel; Jeff (Jessica) Dinkel, and Michelle (Matt) Murray, all of
Goodland, Kansas; grandchildren, James Dinkel, Kennedy Linin (Joel), Braden
Dinkel, Malynn Bonner, Mason Murray, Caleb Bonner, Dallynn Dinkel, Madelynn
Murray, Jayce Dinkel, Aaliyah Dinkel and Keyfyr Dinkel; great grandchildren,
Oakley Dinkel and Malachi Linin; sisters, Linda Kay Pulsipher (Rod), Illa Flax,
Lori Wagoner (Aaron); and brother, Mick Yannacito (Marcia).She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank &amp; Lorena
Schuster.Mass of Christian burial will be Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
at St. Mary's Catholic Church - Ellis. Burial will follow the mass in St.
Mary's Catholic Cemetery - Ellis. Viewing and Visitation will be on Thursday,
May 29, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a parish vigil service at 7:00 PM and
on Friday from 9:00 AM until service time all at St. Mary's - Ellis.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to: St. Mary's
Catholic Church - Ellis in care of the funeral chapel.Please share memories and words of comfort on Coleen's tribute
page at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>Services in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory -
Keithley Funeral Chapel - 400 East 17th Street Ellis, Kansas 67637.--

Coleen Dinkel

Lynnette
“Lynnie” Eileen Bishop-Chard passed away on May 15, 2025, at her home in Palco,
KS, at the age of 68. She was born on July 12, 1956, to Carl A. and Lois Ruth
(Abitz) Bishop in Crete, Nebraska. She was married on March 11, 2000, to Randy
Lee Chard in Hill City, Kansas. 

She
was born in Crete, Nebraska and raised in Salina, Kansas. Lynnie graduated from
Salina South High School in 1974. She later became a proud and active member of
the Lutheran Association in Hill City, Kansas, where she found fellowship and
strength in her faith.

Lynnie
had a compassionate heart and dedicated much of her life to caring for others.
She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), an x-ray technician, and
served as the manager of Cookies Liquor—where she brought her strong work
ethic, humor, and warmth to all who knew her.

A
lover of animals and the simple joys in life, Lynnie found happiness in the
company of black and white cows, her beloved dogs and cats, and in tending her
garden. She enjoyed fishing on quiet afternoons and sharing drinks and laughter
with her friends.

Lynnie’s
generous spirit, love for nature, and quick wit will be deeply missed by all
who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Lynnie is
survived by her husband, Randy Chard, of Palco, Kansas; daughter, Shawna Scates,
of Salina, Kansas; step-daughter, Billie Covington, of Phillipsburg, Kansas; sister,
Susan (Matt) Schindler; brothers-in-law, Dave (Sally) Chard of Wichita, Kansas,
Rod (Carrie) Chard of Plainville, Kansas, Garry “Bub” (Sandy) Chard of Zurich,
Kansas, Rocky Brown of Derby, Kansas; sister-in-law, Jan Ward of Kansas City,
Missouri; eight grandchildren, Weston, Zach (Elizabeth), Dalton, Kendra
(Raymond), Megan (Wyatt) Thomas, Ruthie and Lucie Voss; and
great-granddaughter, Vivian is on the way.

She was
preceded in death by her parents, sister, Janet K. Bishop-Brown, grandparents
and son-in-law, Shane Scates. 

A memorial
service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 11:00AM, at First Lutheran
Church 705 S Jefferson in Plainville. 

Memorials are
suggested to Lynnette Chard Memorial Fund for her grandchildren and may be sent
to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748483452868.jpeg" alt="Lynnette&nbsp; 'Lynnie' Eileen Bishop-Chard" />
 <figcaption>Lynnette&nbsp; 'Lynnie' Eileen Bishop-Chard</figcaption>
 </figure>Lynnette
“Lynnie” Eileen Bishop-Chard passed away on May 15, 2025, at her home in Palco,
KS, at the age of 68. She was born on July 12, 1956, to Carl A. and Lois Ruth
(Abitz) Bishop in Crete, Nebraska. She was married on March 11, 2000, to Randy
Lee Chard in Hill City, Kansas. She
was born in Crete, Nebraska and raised in Salina, Kansas. Lynnie graduated from
Salina South High School in 1974. She later became a proud and active member of
the Lutheran Association in Hill City, Kansas, where she found fellowship and
strength in her faith.Lynnie
had a compassionate heart and dedicated much of her life to caring for others.
She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), an x-ray technician, and
served as the manager of Cookies Liquor—where she brought her strong work
ethic, humor, and warmth to all who knew her.A
lover of animals and the simple joys in life, Lynnie found happiness in the
company of black and white cows, her beloved dogs and cats, and in tending her
garden. She enjoyed fishing on quiet afternoons and sharing drinks and laughter
with her friends.Lynnie’s
generous spirit, love for nature, and quick wit will be deeply missed by all
who had the pleasure of knowing her.Lynnie is
survived by her husband, Randy Chard, of Palco, Kansas; daughter, Shawna Scates,
of Salina, Kansas; step-daughter, Billie Covington, of Phillipsburg, Kansas; sister,
Susan (Matt) Schindler; brothers-in-law, Dave (Sally) Chard of Wichita, Kansas,
Rod (Carrie) Chard of Plainville, Kansas, Garry “Bub” (Sandy) Chard of Zurich,
Kansas, Rocky Brown of Derby, Kansas; sister-in-law, Jan Ward of Kansas City,
Missouri; eight grandchildren, Weston, Zach (Elizabeth), Dalton, Kendra
(Raymond), Megan (Wyatt) Thomas, Ruthie and Lucie Voss; and
great-granddaughter, Vivian is on the way.She was
preceded in death by her parents, sister, Janet K. Bishop-Brown, grandparents
and son-in-law, Shane Scates. A memorial
service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 11:00AM, at First Lutheran
Church 705 S Jefferson in Plainville. Memorials are
suggested to Lynnette Chard Memorial Fund for her grandchildren and may be sent
to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.Online condolences may be
left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>

Lynnette 'Lynnie' Eileen Bishop-Chard

Sister Mary Catherine Grief, baptized Mary Martha,
and formerly known as Sister Catherine Labouré,
died peacefully May 19, 2025, at St. Francis Home, Fond du Lac, WI.

Mary Martha was born in Oak Park, IL, on September
5, 1931, to Ernest Leo and Evelyn Ann Mieling Grief.&nbsp; From an early age, she felt a call to be a
religious sister. Meeting the Sisters of St. Agnes while attending Immaculate
Conception High School in Elmhurst, IL, deepened her desire to pursue religious
life. In September 1950, one year after her high school graduation, Mary Martha
entered St. Agnes Convent.&nbsp; She made her
first profession of vows in the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes as Sister
Catherine Labouré on August 15, 1953, in Fond
du Lac, WI. Sister legally changed her name to Mary Catherine years later,
combining her given and religious names.

Throughout her years in ministry, Sister Mary
Catherine lived in a variety of settings, caring for the physical, social, and
spiritual needs of people as a registered nurse, as a nursing instructor, and
as a pastoral minister. Sister Mary Catherine received a BS in Nursing and
Nursing Education from Marian College, Fond du Lac, WI. She earned her MS in
Nursing from Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI. She began her healing
ministry by serving as a registered nurse at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac
(1956–1961). In 1961 she became a nursing instructor at St. Agnes School of
Nursing, Fond du Lac, and continued in this role at Marian College, Fond du Lac
(1964–1969). In 1969, Sister moved to Kansas to serve as the Director of the
LPN Program, Instructor of Maternal and Infant Health, and Nurse Educator at
Colby Community College (1969–1978). 

Following her years in Colby, she spent time in
various roles in healthcare in Kansas, California, and Wisconsin while being
drawn from active nursing to serve the spiritual needs of children, youth, and
adults. In 1981, she accepted the position as youth minister at Sacred Heart
Parish in Colby, KS. For the next thirty years she found great joy as a
pastoral associate, social worker and hospice care provider in parishes,
prisons, and social service agencies in Kansas, North Carolina, and Florida.
Beloved among these experiences, were the seventeen years she served as
Coordinator of Ministry to the Sick and Homebound at St. Joseph Parish, Hays, KS.&nbsp;

Sister Mary Catherine returned to Fond du Lac in
2011, lived at the CSA motherhouse, and volunteered at St. Francis Home. In
April 2019, Sister joined the CSA retirement community at Nazareth Court and
Center, Fond du Lac. As her health declined, she became a resident of St.
Francis Home where she received loving care until the time of her death. 

Sister Mary Catherine was preceded in death by her
parents, her sister Madeline Ann Grief, and her beloved brother and
sister-in-law Leo and Maris Grief.

Sister is survived by her nieces, nephews, their
families, and by the Sisters of St. Agnes with whom she lived, prayed, and
ministered.

Services for Sister Mary Catherine will be held on
Friday, May 30, 2025.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30
p.m. at Nazareth Court and Center, 375 Gillett Street, Fond du Lac, WI. 

The Liturgy of Christian
Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. at St. Francis Home Chapel, 33 Everett Street, Fond
du Lac, WI, with Fr. Thomas Zelinski, OFM Cap., presiding. Burial will take
place at St. Joseph Springs Cemetery, Fond du Lac, WI, at a time to be
determined following cremation.

Memorials may be directed to the CSA Mission
Advancement Office, 320 County Road K, Fond du Lac, WI 54937.

The Sisters of St. Agnes and the Grief family are
grateful to the nurses and staff of Nazareth Court and Center, St. Francis
Home, and Hospice Hope for their devoted care of Sister Mary Catherine. 

Zacherl Funeral Home is serving the Congregation
of Sisters of St. Agnes.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748365086685.jpeg" alt="Sister Mary Catherine Grief" />
 <figcaption>Sister Mary Catherine Grief</figcaption>
 </figure>Sister Mary Catherine Grief, baptized Mary Martha,
and formerly known as Sister Catherine Labouré,
died peacefully May 19, 2025, at St. Francis Home, Fond du Lac, WI.Mary Martha was born in Oak Park, IL, on September
5, 1931, to Ernest Leo and Evelyn Ann Mieling Grief.&nbsp; From an early age, she felt a call to be a
religious sister. Meeting the Sisters of St. Agnes while attending Immaculate
Conception High School in Elmhurst, IL, deepened her desire to pursue religious
life. In September 1950, one year after her high school graduation, Mary Martha
entered St. Agnes Convent.&nbsp; She made her
first profession of vows in the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes as Sister
Catherine Labouré on August 15, 1953, in Fond
du Lac, WI. Sister legally changed her name to Mary Catherine years later,
combining her given and religious names.Throughout her years in ministry, Sister Mary
Catherine lived in a variety of settings, caring for the physical, social, and
spiritual needs of people as a registered nurse, as a nursing instructor, and
as a pastoral minister. Sister Mary Catherine received a BS in Nursing and
Nursing Education from Marian College, Fond du Lac, WI. She earned her MS in
Nursing from Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI. She began her healing
ministry by serving as a registered nurse at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac
(1956–1961). In 1961 she became a nursing instructor at St. Agnes School of
Nursing, Fond du Lac, and continued in this role at Marian College, Fond du Lac
(1964–1969). In 1969, Sister moved to Kansas to serve as the Director of the
LPN Program, Instructor of Maternal and Infant Health, and Nurse Educator at
Colby Community College (1969–1978). Following her years in Colby, she spent time in
various roles in healthcare in Kansas, California, and Wisconsin while being
drawn from active nursing to serve the spiritual needs of children, youth, and
adults. In 1981, she accepted the position as youth minister at Sacred Heart
Parish in Colby, KS. For the next thirty years she found great joy as a
pastoral associate, social worker and hospice care provider in parishes,
prisons, and social service agencies in Kansas, North Carolina, and Florida.
Beloved among these experiences, were the seventeen years she served as
Coordinator of Ministry to the Sick and Homebound at St. Joseph Parish, Hays, KS.&nbsp;Sister Mary Catherine returned to Fond du Lac in
2011, lived at the CSA motherhouse, and volunteered at St. Francis Home. In
April 2019, Sister joined the CSA retirement community at Nazareth Court and
Center, Fond du Lac. As her health declined, she became a resident of St.
Francis Home where she received loving care until the time of her death. Sister Mary Catherine was preceded in death by her
parents, her sister Madeline Ann Grief, and her beloved brother and
sister-in-law Leo and Maris Grief.Sister is survived by her nieces, nephews, their
families, and by the Sisters of St. Agnes with whom she lived, prayed, and
ministered.Services for Sister Mary Catherine will be held on
Friday, May 30, 2025.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30
p.m. at Nazareth Court and Center, 375 Gillett Street, Fond du Lac, WI. The Liturgy of Christian
Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. at St. Francis Home Chapel, 33 Everett Street, Fond
du Lac, WI, with Fr. Thomas Zelinski, OFM Cap., presiding. Burial will take
place at St. Joseph Springs Cemetery, Fond du Lac, WI, at a time to be
determined following cremation.Memorials may be directed to the CSA Mission
Advancement Office, 320 County Road K, Fond du Lac, WI 54937.The Sisters of St. Agnes and the Grief family are
grateful to the nurses and staff of Nazareth Court and Center, St. Francis
Home, and Hospice Hope for their devoted care of Sister Mary Catherine. Zacherl Funeral Home is serving the Congregation
of Sisters of St. Agnes.

Sister Mary Catherine Grief

Betty Lou Skillett age 83, of
Hays, Kansas passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Hays Medical Center.

She was born August 12, 1941,
in LaCrosse, Kansas to Charles J. and Elizabeth S. (Hladik) Oborny.&nbsp; She
married Donald G. Skillett on February 8, 1967, at Raton, New Mexico. He
preceded her in death on June 27, 2007.

Betty was a homemaker, and
was clerk at K-Mart and Walmart both in Hays.&nbsp; She grew up in LaCrosse,
Kansas, was a 1959 graduate of LaCrosse High School, and a former member of
Holy Trinity Church in Timken, Kansas.&nbsp; Betty enjoyed crossword puzzles,
gardening, baking, her family, and grandchildren.

Betty is survived by her
children, Kelly Skillett and wife, Linda, Tryon, NC; Karen Skillett, Hays, KS;
Karla Ferdig and husband, Leonard, Beverly Hills, FL; her step-daughters, Susan
Davis and husband, Bruce, McCracken, KS; Cheryl Skillett-Christenson

and husband, Chris,
Lewistown, MT; her eight grandchildren; and her nine step-grandchildren; her
four step-great grandchildren; and one step-great great grandchild.

She is preceded in death by
her parents, Charles J, and Elizabeth S. Oborny; her husband, Donald G.
Skillett; her grandson, Tyler Wade Skillett; her brothers, John Oborny; Charles
Oborny; Leonard Oborny; Larry Oborny; Louis Oborny; her sisters, Mary Ann Nather;
and Agnes Pechanec.

A Celebration of Life Service
is at 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 30, 2025, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays
with Pastor Cana Moore Officiating.&nbsp; The burial will be in Fort Hays
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

The Visitation will be from
9:00 to 11:00 A.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

In lieu of flowers the family
suggests memorials made payable to: Hays Medical Center Foundation/ The DeBakey
Heart Institute-Hays Med in care of
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays,
Kansas 67601.

Condolences can be emailed
to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748364631724.jpeg" alt="Betty Lou Skillett" />
 <figcaption>Betty Lou Skillett</figcaption>
 </figure>Betty Lou Skillett age 83, of
Hays, Kansas passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Hays Medical Center.She was born August 12, 1941,
in LaCrosse, Kansas to Charles J. and Elizabeth S. (Hladik) Oborny.&nbsp; She
married Donald G. Skillett on February 8, 1967, at Raton, New Mexico. He
preceded her in death on June 27, 2007.Betty was a homemaker, and
was clerk at K-Mart and Walmart both in Hays.&nbsp; She grew up in LaCrosse,
Kansas, was a 1959 graduate of LaCrosse High School, and a former member of
Holy Trinity Church in Timken, Kansas.&nbsp; Betty enjoyed crossword puzzles,
gardening, baking, her family, and grandchildren.Betty is survived by her
children, Kelly Skillett and wife, Linda, Tryon, NC; Karen Skillett, Hays, KS;
Karla Ferdig and husband, Leonard, Beverly Hills, FL; her step-daughters, Susan
Davis and husband, Bruce, McCracken, KS; Cheryl Skillett-Christensonand husband, Chris,
Lewistown, MT; her eight grandchildren; and her nine step-grandchildren; her
four step-great grandchildren; and one step-great great grandchild.She is preceded in death by
her parents, Charles J, and Elizabeth S. Oborny; her husband, Donald G.
Skillett; her grandson, Tyler Wade Skillett; her brothers, John Oborny; Charles
Oborny; Leonard Oborny; Larry Oborny; Louis Oborny; her sisters, Mary Ann Nather;
and Agnes Pechanec.A Celebration of Life Service
is at 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 30, 2025, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays
with Pastor Cana Moore Officiating.&nbsp; The burial will be in Fort Hays
Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.The Visitation will be from
9:00 to 11:00 A.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.In lieu of flowers the family
suggests memorials made payable to: Hays Medical Center Foundation/ The DeBakey
Heart Institute-Hays Med in care of
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays,
Kansas 67601.Condolences can be emailed
to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Betty Lou Skillett

Kathryn Elaine (Crawford)
Spencer, 82, of Natoma, Kansas, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, at the
Meadowbrook Rehab Hospital in Gardner, Kansas.

Elaine was born October 01, 1942,
in Osborne, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of five
children born to Lloyd M. and Lucy (Robertson) Crawford.&nbsp; She grew up in Natoma and graduated from
Natoma High School.&nbsp; She then attended a
Secretary School for a couple of years.

Elaine met, fell in love, and was
united in marriage to Gilbert C. Spencer, Jr.&nbsp;
on October 26, 1962 in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children;
Sherri and Wade.&nbsp; During their working
life they made their homes in multiple places throughout Iowa, South Dakota and
the Kansas City Metro area.&nbsp; Upon
retirement they moved to Natoma where they spent happy years here and enjoyed
the company of many of Elaine’s extended family members.

Elaine worked in Administration
for AT&amp;T and later Sprint Communications.&nbsp;
When her children were in school, she worked as a teacher’s aide.&nbsp; She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in
Natoma.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing and doing
arts and craft projects.

Elaine is survived by her husband
of 62 years, Gilbert of the home; daughter, Sherri Renae Spencer of Gardner,
Kansas; son, Wade Alan Spencer of Haven, Kansas; brother, Gerald Crawford of
Wisconsin; and two sisters, Lucille Luhman of Natoma, Kansas and Judy Gilworth
of Independence, Missouri.

Elaine was preceded in death by
her parents and brother Glenn Crawford.

Celebration of Elaine’s Life will
be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at the Peace Lutheran Church
in Natoma.&nbsp; Burial of ashes will follow
at the Natoma Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; The
family will greet guests from 9:30 A.M. to service time the day of the
service.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established
with Peace Lutheran Church.&nbsp;
Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary 610 N. Maple St., Russell, Kansas 67665, and is in charge of the
funeral arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748098072741.jpeg" alt="Kathryn Elaine (Crawford) Spencer" />
 <figcaption>Kathryn Elaine (Crawford) Spencer</figcaption>
 </figure>Kathryn Elaine (Crawford)
Spencer, 82, of Natoma, Kansas, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, at the
Meadowbrook Rehab Hospital in Gardner, Kansas.Elaine was born October 01, 1942,
in Osborne, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of five
children born to Lloyd M. and Lucy (Robertson) Crawford.&nbsp; She grew up in Natoma and graduated from
Natoma High School.&nbsp; She then attended a
Secretary School for a couple of years.Elaine met, fell in love, and was
united in marriage to Gilbert C. Spencer, Jr.&nbsp;
on October 26, 1962 in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children;
Sherri and Wade.&nbsp; During their working
life they made their homes in multiple places throughout Iowa, South Dakota and
the Kansas City Metro area.&nbsp; Upon
retirement they moved to Natoma where they spent happy years here and enjoyed
the company of many of Elaine’s extended family members.Elaine worked in Administration
for AT&amp;T and later Sprint Communications.&nbsp;
When her children were in school, she worked as a teacher’s aide.&nbsp; She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in
Natoma.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing and doing
arts and craft projects.Elaine is survived by her husband
of 62 years, Gilbert of the home; daughter, Sherri Renae Spencer of Gardner,
Kansas; son, Wade Alan Spencer of Haven, Kansas; brother, Gerald Crawford of
Wisconsin; and two sisters, Lucille Luhman of Natoma, Kansas and Judy Gilworth
of Independence, Missouri.Elaine was preceded in death by
her parents and brother Glenn Crawford.Celebration of Elaine’s Life will
be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at the Peace Lutheran Church
in Natoma.&nbsp; Burial of ashes will follow
at the Natoma Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; The
family will greet guests from 9:30 A.M. to service time the day of the
service.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established
with Peace Lutheran Church.&nbsp;
Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary 610 N. Maple St., Russell, Kansas 67665, and is in charge of the
funeral arrangements.

Kathryn Elaine (Crawford) Spencer

Alice Jo Macek, of Wilson, KS, passed away on May 23, 2025,
at the Good Samaritan Society-Ellsworth Village in Ellsworth, KS, at the age of
85. &nbsp;

Alice was born on the family home west of Holyrood on June
8, 1939, to Josie (Brejcha) and Frank W. Doubrava Jr., the youngest of six
children. Her father passed away when she was three, and both grandfathers
shortly after, leaving a significant void. Her mother, Josie, remained on the
farm and raised the children on her own. 

Alice attended Murray Hill Country School for one year and
then went to Holyrood, where she graduated from Holyrood High School in 1957.
During her senior year, she met Joseph Macek Jr. through a mutual friend, and the
two were married on January 25, 1958, at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in
Ellsworth. The young couple made their home in Wilson, where Joe was involved
in the John Deere Implement business, and together they raised two children, Jerry
and Ramona. 

Alice was active in the community and a devoted member of St.
Wenceslaus Catholic church, its Altar Society and St. Francis Circle Daughters
of Isabella, where she served in numerous roles, including Past Regent. Her service
extended to the USD 328 School Board and past board member of Smoky Hills
Community Foundation. A proud 60+ year member of the General Federation of
Woman’s Clubs, she served as Sixth District President from 1986-88, when Wilson
had two clubs: Friends of Reading and Sorosis. She was also involved in Mother’s
Club, sewing club, current member of the GFWC Rainbow Club, Wilson American
Legion Auxiliary and Kansas Czechs Inc.

For many years Alice and Joe enjoyed playing in a couple’s
pitch card club. Joe passed away on November 3, 2002, following a short
illness. Later, Alice and long-time friend Gene Malir began attending social
events together, never imagining their relationship would lead to a permanent
one. They were married on September 10, 2004, at St. Wenceslaus Church in
Wilson. After their marriage, she moved to the farm in Noble Township returning
to her roots as a farm gal, where she continued to reside. She and Gene enjoyed
traveling and visiting family and friends, with several trips outside the
United States, and rejoining the couple’s pitch card club where they enjoyed
many fun evenings. The Wilson Senior Center was also a special place where she enjoyed
good food, companionship, and new friendships over the years. 

Throughout her life, Alice worked for several local
businesses including The Wilson World, Kenny’s Construction, Wilson High
School, LaBelle Boutique, and Bethphage in Ellsworth. After leaving Bethphage,
she served as a guardian for the State of Kansas for her ward, Matthew.&nbsp; 

Alice enjoyed gardening, sewing, dancing, cooking and baking
- especially kolaches - spending time with family and friends and serving her community.
Proud of her Czech heritage, she contributed to the Annual After Harvest Czech
Festival for many years, serving as Parade Chairman.&nbsp; 

Alice was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; brother,
Alfred Doubrava; sisters and husbands, LouElla (Ken) Thompson, Delores
(William) Hinde, and Irene (Clifford) Urbanek; sisters-in-law, Bernadine (Gail)
Bachman, Joan Malir and Marilyn Mattas. 

Survivors include son, Jerry (Sandy) Macek of Wilson; daughter,
Ramona (Kathy Osborne) Macek of Topeka; sister, Rose (Bob) Small of Lyons;
grandchildren, Joe Macek, Amber (Corry) Kepka, Joshua (Laura) Pekar, Courtney
(Ryan) Smith; eight great-grandchildren; step-son, Rick (Bonnie Coley) Malir of
Dublin, Ohio; step-daughter, Nancy Malir, Alexandria Virginia; brothers-in-law,
Ken Malir and Rich Mattas; special friend and helper, Michael Macek; numerous
nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and her beloved Nike.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, May
28, 2025, at 10:30AM at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Wilson. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery in Wilson. Visitation will be on Tuesday, 5PM
until 8PM with the family receiving friends 6PM until the Vigil and Rosary
Service at 7PM at the funeral home in Wilson.

Memorials are suggested to Wilson Senior Center, Ellsworth
County Cancer Fund, Good Samaritan Society-Ellsworth Village, and Gentiva
Hospice McPherson and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO Box 533,
Wilson, KS 67490.

Online condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748098225446.jpeg" alt="Alice Jo Macek" />
 <figcaption>Alice Jo Macek</figcaption>
 </figure>Alice Jo Macek, of Wilson, KS, passed away on May 23, 2025,
at the Good Samaritan Society-Ellsworth Village in Ellsworth, KS, at the age of
85. &nbsp;Alice was born on the family home west of Holyrood on June
8, 1939, to Josie (Brejcha) and Frank W. Doubrava Jr., the youngest of six
children. Her father passed away when she was three, and both grandfathers
shortly after, leaving a significant void. Her mother, Josie, remained on the
farm and raised the children on her own. Alice attended Murray Hill Country School for one year and
then went to Holyrood, where she graduated from Holyrood High School in 1957.
During her senior year, she met Joseph Macek Jr. through a mutual friend, and the
two were married on January 25, 1958, at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in
Ellsworth. The young couple made their home in Wilson, where Joe was involved
in the John Deere Implement business, and together they raised two children, Jerry
and Ramona. Alice was active in the community and a devoted member of St.
Wenceslaus Catholic church, its Altar Society and St. Francis Circle Daughters
of Isabella, where she served in numerous roles, including Past Regent. Her service
extended to the USD 328 School Board and past board member of Smoky Hills
Community Foundation. A proud 60+ year member of the General Federation of
Woman’s Clubs, she served as Sixth District President from 1986-88, when Wilson
had two clubs: Friends of Reading and Sorosis. She was also involved in Mother’s
Club, sewing club, current member of the GFWC Rainbow Club, Wilson American
Legion Auxiliary and Kansas Czechs Inc.For many years Alice and Joe enjoyed playing in a couple’s
pitch card club. Joe passed away on November 3, 2002, following a short
illness. Later, Alice and long-time friend Gene Malir began attending social
events together, never imagining their relationship would lead to a permanent
one. They were married on September 10, 2004, at St. Wenceslaus Church in
Wilson. After their marriage, she moved to the farm in Noble Township returning
to her roots as a farm gal, where she continued to reside. She and Gene enjoyed
traveling and visiting family and friends, with several trips outside the
United States, and rejoining the couple’s pitch card club where they enjoyed
many fun evenings. The Wilson Senior Center was also a special place where she enjoyed
good food, companionship, and new friendships over the years. Throughout her life, Alice worked for several local
businesses including The Wilson World, Kenny’s Construction, Wilson High
School, LaBelle Boutique, and Bethphage in Ellsworth. After leaving Bethphage,
she served as a guardian for the State of Kansas for her ward, Matthew.&nbsp; Alice enjoyed gardening, sewing, dancing, cooking and baking
- especially kolaches - spending time with family and friends and serving her community.
Proud of her Czech heritage, she contributed to the Annual After Harvest Czech
Festival for many years, serving as Parade Chairman.&nbsp; Alice was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; brother,
Alfred Doubrava; sisters and husbands, LouElla (Ken) Thompson, Delores
(William) Hinde, and Irene (Clifford) Urbanek; sisters-in-law, Bernadine (Gail)
Bachman, Joan Malir and Marilyn Mattas. Survivors include son, Jerry (Sandy) Macek of Wilson; daughter,
Ramona (Kathy Osborne) Macek of Topeka; sister, Rose (Bob) Small of Lyons;
grandchildren, Joe Macek, Amber (Corry) Kepka, Joshua (Laura) Pekar, Courtney
(Ryan) Smith; eight great-grandchildren; step-son, Rick (Bonnie Coley) Malir of
Dublin, Ohio; step-daughter, Nancy Malir, Alexandria Virginia; brothers-in-law,
Ken Malir and Rich Mattas; special friend and helper, Michael Macek; numerous
nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and her beloved Nike.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, May
28, 2025, at 10:30AM at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Wilson. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery in Wilson. Visitation will be on Tuesday, 5PM
until 8PM with the family receiving friends 6PM until the Vigil and Rosary
Service at 7PM at the funeral home in Wilson.Memorials are suggested to Wilson Senior Center, Ellsworth
County Cancer Fund, Good Samaritan Society-Ellsworth Village, and Gentiva
Hospice McPherson and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO Box 533,
Wilson, KS 67490.Online condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>

Alice Jo Macek

Bernetha 'Bea' Leiker, 91, Winfield, died Thursday, May 22,
2025 at Cumbernauld Village in Winfield.

She was born December 23, 1933 in Hays, the daughter of
Joseph and Catherine (Kronewitter) Boos.&nbsp;
Bernetha graduated from Girls Catholic High School in 1951.&nbsp; On June 3, 1952 she was united in marriage to
Herbert L. “Herb” Leiker in Hays and they celebrated 50 years of marriage
before he preceded her in death on May 6, 2003.&nbsp;
She was a cook and waitress for many years, starting as a potato chip
maker and at Daylight Donuts in Hays, then being the cook at Graham County
Hospital for over twenty years, then as a dishwasher at the Country Kitchen in
Hays, just to keep busy after her retirement.&nbsp;


Time with her children and grandchildren meant everything to
Bernetha and she loved having fun with them.&nbsp;
She and Herb enjoyed polka dancing, wedding dances, with the Tennessee
Waltz being her favorite.&nbsp; She enjoyed
playing pinochle and was a wonderful cook and baker, with her kitchen cookie
jar always full of treats for her family.&nbsp;
She loved her dog Gizzy, traveling with her family, motorcycle trike
rides, and relished every moment of getting chosen to be the flower girl at her
granddaughter’s wedding just a few years ago.&nbsp;
She was truly an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother, and will be
dearly missed.

Survivors include three sons, Mike Leiker and wife Ruth of
Hays, Tim Leiker and wife Dot of Elkhart, and Steve Leiker of Russell, a
daughter, Barbara Moore and husband Bruce of Winfield, 12 grandchildren, 21
great grandchildren, and 1 great great granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Sue
Trimble, four sisters, and three brothers.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday,
May 28, 2025 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church with Fr. Damian Richards
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St.
Francis Cemetery, Munjor.&nbsp; Visitation
will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on
Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm
on Tuesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Memorials are suggested to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church or to
St. John’s Chapel at Via Christi Village.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Bernetha may be shared with her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748039181662.jpeg" alt="Bernetha 'Bea' Leiker" />
 <figcaption>Bernetha 'Bea' Leiker</figcaption>
 </figure>Bernetha 'Bea' Leiker, 91, Winfield, died Thursday, May 22,
2025 at Cumbernauld Village in Winfield.She was born December 23, 1933 in Hays, the daughter of
Joseph and Catherine (Kronewitter) Boos.&nbsp;
Bernetha graduated from Girls Catholic High School in 1951.&nbsp; On June 3, 1952 she was united in marriage to
Herbert L. “Herb” Leiker in Hays and they celebrated 50 years of marriage
before he preceded her in death on May 6, 2003.&nbsp;
She was a cook and waitress for many years, starting as a potato chip
maker and at Daylight Donuts in Hays, then being the cook at Graham County
Hospital for over twenty years, then as a dishwasher at the Country Kitchen in
Hays, just to keep busy after her retirement.&nbsp;
Time with her children and grandchildren meant everything to
Bernetha and she loved having fun with them.&nbsp;
She and Herb enjoyed polka dancing, wedding dances, with the Tennessee
Waltz being her favorite.&nbsp; She enjoyed
playing pinochle and was a wonderful cook and baker, with her kitchen cookie
jar always full of treats for her family.&nbsp;
She loved her dog Gizzy, traveling with her family, motorcycle trike
rides, and relished every moment of getting chosen to be the flower girl at her
granddaughter’s wedding just a few years ago.&nbsp;
She was truly an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother, and will be
dearly missed.Survivors include three sons, Mike Leiker and wife Ruth of
Hays, Tim Leiker and wife Dot of Elkhart, and Steve Leiker of Russell, a
daughter, Barbara Moore and husband Bruce of Winfield, 12 grandchildren, 21
great grandchildren, and 1 great great granddaughter.She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Sue
Trimble, four sisters, and three brothers.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday,
May 28, 2025 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church with Fr. Damian Richards
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St.
Francis Cemetery, Munjor.&nbsp; Visitation
will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on
Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm
on Tuesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Memorials are suggested to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church or to
St. John’s Chapel at Via Christi Village.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Bernetha may be shared with her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

Bernetha 'Bea' Leiker

Leon Joseph
Kinderknecht, 68, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at
home after a long battle with cancer. Leon was born on August 25, 1956, in
Quinter, Kansas, to Virgil and Luella (Richmeier) Kinderknecht. Being the
second of nine children, he grew up in a close-knit family, where he learned
the values of hard work and love. He attended and graduated from Wheatland High
School with the class of 1974. He met the love of his life, Tracy Lynn (Brown)
Kinderknecht, in front of that school and married her in Park, Kansas, on
August 27, 1977. Together, they had three children: Levi Aaron Kinderknecht,
Alexander Joseph Kinderknecht, and Mariah Keanna (Kinderknecht) Kabriel. He was
a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many.

Leon was known
not only for his remarkable skills as an auto mechanic but also for his ability
to light up a room and lift the spirits of everyone around him. He had a talent
for fixing anything with an engine, and his garage was a second home to those who
often dropped by—not just for repairs, but for his advice and good company.
Leon spent his life doing the things he loved most: tinkering with cars,
getting his hands dirty in his garden, and cheering passionately for his
favorite sports. He loved NASCAR and sprint car racing, and during football
season, you could always find him wearing his Kansas City Chiefs gear, shouting
encouragement at the television as if the players could hear him. Whether it
was a car that would not start or a friend who needed a laugh, Leon always knew
how to bring things back to life.

Leon is
survived by his devoted wife, Tracy, who was his partner in life and love. He
leaves behind a legacy of strength and compassion through his children: sons
Levi Kinderknecht (Tiffany), Alex Kinderknecht (Kristen), and daughter Mariah
Kabriel (Ryan). His spirit will live on in his grandchildren, who brought him
immense joy: Brinley Jervah, Sebastian McGinty-Kinderknecht, Blaten Jervah,
Braysen Jervah, Thea Kinderknecht, and Rhaena Kinderknecht. He is also survived
by his siblings: Marilyn Arnold (Dave), Glenda Heier (Richard), Randy
Kinderknecht, Galen Kinderknecht, Sheila Heim (Steve), and Eric Kinderknecht
(Debbie), along with his brother-in-law, Roy Karnes, parents-in-law, Charles
and Judy Brown, and many nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends.

Leon was
preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Luella Kinderknecht; sister,
Loretta Karnes; brother, Michael Kinderknecht; and infant sister, Mary Ann
Kinderknecht.

As we remember
Leon, let us carry forward his legacy of love, laughter, and kindness. His
memory will forever remain in the hearts of those he leaves behind. Rest in
peace, Leon. You will be deeply missed.

A funeral
service will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Mickey-Leopold
Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas. Interment will follow at approximately 11:30 AM
at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Park, Kansas.

Visitation is
scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mickey-Leopold
Funeral Home. The family will be present to receive friends from 5:30 PM to
7:00 PM. A Vigil and Rosary Service will take place immediately following the
visitation at 7:00 PM.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748038434123.jpeg" alt="Leon Joseph Kinderknecht" />
 <figcaption>Leon Joseph Kinderknecht</figcaption>
 </figure>Leon Joseph
Kinderknecht, 68, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at
home after a long battle with cancer. Leon was born on August 25, 1956, in
Quinter, Kansas, to Virgil and Luella (Richmeier) Kinderknecht. Being the
second of nine children, he grew up in a close-knit family, where he learned
the values of hard work and love. He attended and graduated from Wheatland High
School with the class of 1974. He met the love of his life, Tracy Lynn (Brown)
Kinderknecht, in front of that school and married her in Park, Kansas, on
August 27, 1977. Together, they had three children: Levi Aaron Kinderknecht,
Alexander Joseph Kinderknecht, and Mariah Keanna (Kinderknecht) Kabriel. He was
a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many.Leon was known
not only for his remarkable skills as an auto mechanic but also for his ability
to light up a room and lift the spirits of everyone around him. He had a talent
for fixing anything with an engine, and his garage was a second home to those who
often dropped by—not just for repairs, but for his advice and good company.
Leon spent his life doing the things he loved most: tinkering with cars,
getting his hands dirty in his garden, and cheering passionately for his
favorite sports. He loved NASCAR and sprint car racing, and during football
season, you could always find him wearing his Kansas City Chiefs gear, shouting
encouragement at the television as if the players could hear him. Whether it
was a car that would not start or a friend who needed a laugh, Leon always knew
how to bring things back to life.Leon is
survived by his devoted wife, Tracy, who was his partner in life and love. He
leaves behind a legacy of strength and compassion through his children: sons
Levi Kinderknecht (Tiffany), Alex Kinderknecht (Kristen), and daughter Mariah
Kabriel (Ryan). His spirit will live on in his grandchildren, who brought him
immense joy: Brinley Jervah, Sebastian McGinty-Kinderknecht, Blaten Jervah,
Braysen Jervah, Thea Kinderknecht, and Rhaena Kinderknecht. He is also survived
by his siblings: Marilyn Arnold (Dave), Glenda Heier (Richard), Randy
Kinderknecht, Galen Kinderknecht, Sheila Heim (Steve), and Eric Kinderknecht
(Debbie), along with his brother-in-law, Roy Karnes, parents-in-law, Charles
and Judy Brown, and many nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends.Leon was
preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Luella Kinderknecht; sister,
Loretta Karnes; brother, Michael Kinderknecht; and infant sister, Mary Ann
Kinderknecht.As we remember
Leon, let us carry forward his legacy of love, laughter, and kindness. His
memory will forever remain in the hearts of those he leaves behind. Rest in
peace, Leon. You will be deeply missed.A funeral
service will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Mickey-Leopold
Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas. Interment will follow at approximately 11:30 AM
at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Park, Kansas.Visitation is
scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mickey-Leopold
Funeral Home. The family will be present to receive friends from 5:30 PM to
7:00 PM. A Vigil and Rosary Service will take place immediately following the
visitation at 7:00 PM.

Leon Joseph Kinderknecht

Andrea Marie Wildeman (Woods), 82 passed away
on April 29, 2025, at Sheridan County Long Term care in Hoxie, KS. 

She was born March 21, 1943,
in Gypsum, KS. Andrea was the only child of Andrew and Charlotte (Flessa) Woods.
Andrea attended and graduated from Gypsum high school in 1961. Andrea received
a Bachelor in Education with an emphasis in English from Kansas Wesleyan
University in 1965 and her master's in library science from Emporia University
in 1978. Andrea also returned to school later in life and received a Master’s
in Counseling from Fort Hays State University. She taught and was the school
Librarian in Norton, KS for several years before marrying Leroy and moving to
Hoxie. After obtaining her counseling degree she worked for the Hoxie School
system as both a High School and Grade School Counselor. 

Andrea married Leroy
Wildeman on June 1, 1985. She joined Leroy and his two children, Paula and Galen,
and formed a family. Andrea had a heart for Jesus. She freely gave to anyone
that was in need, especially her family and friends. &nbsp; She enjoyed cross
stitch, reading and watching the chiefs and game shows.&nbsp; &nbsp; Andrea is
survived by her children Paula Marchbanks and her husband, Charles, Galen
Wildeman and his wife, Sondra, granddaughter Lindsey Marchbanks, grandsons
Nick, Logan and Carter Yates and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; In
particular, Andrea would want to acknowledge her niece, Jackie Waldman, for
being a second daughter and providing her the love and support she did for so
many years. 

A mass of Christian
burial is planned for June 6, 10:30 AM at the St. Frances Cabrini Church, Hoxie
KS. A visitation is planned for June 5, 3-7 pm with a wake starting at 7
pm.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748038574165.jpeg" alt="Andrea Marie Wildeman (Woods)" />
 <figcaption>Andrea Marie Wildeman (Woods)</figcaption>
 </figure>Andrea Marie Wildeman (Woods), 82 passed away
on April 29, 2025, at Sheridan County Long Term care in Hoxie, KS. She was born March 21, 1943,
in Gypsum, KS. Andrea was the only child of Andrew and Charlotte (Flessa) Woods.
Andrea attended and graduated from Gypsum high school in 1961. Andrea received
a Bachelor in Education with an emphasis in English from Kansas Wesleyan
University in 1965 and her master's in library science from Emporia University
in 1978. Andrea also returned to school later in life and received a Master’s
in Counseling from Fort Hays State University. She taught and was the school
Librarian in Norton, KS for several years before marrying Leroy and moving to
Hoxie. After obtaining her counseling degree she worked for the Hoxie School
system as both a High School and Grade School Counselor. Andrea married Leroy
Wildeman on June 1, 1985. She joined Leroy and his two children, Paula and Galen,
and formed a family. Andrea had a heart for Jesus. She freely gave to anyone
that was in need, especially her family and friends. &nbsp; She enjoyed cross
stitch, reading and watching the chiefs and game shows.&nbsp; &nbsp; Andrea is
survived by her children Paula Marchbanks and her husband, Charles, Galen
Wildeman and his wife, Sondra, granddaughter Lindsey Marchbanks, grandsons
Nick, Logan and Carter Yates and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; In
particular, Andrea would want to acknowledge her niece, Jackie Waldman, for
being a second daughter and providing her the love and support she did for so
many years. A mass of Christian
burial is planned for June 6, 10:30 AM at the St. Frances Cabrini Church, Hoxie
KS. A visitation is planned for June 5, 3-7 pm with a wake starting at 7
pm.&nbsp;

Andrea Marie Wildeman (Woods)

Cecilia Pfannenstiel, age 94 of Hays, Kansas died Wednesday May
21, 2025, at The Good Samaritan Society – Hays.

Cecilia was born on September 12, 1930, in Hays to Peter C. and
Anna (Karlin) Leikam. She was raised and educated in Hays attending Hays high
school, and in 1948 was united in marriage to Francis J. Pfannenstiel.

She had a great love for her family and friends and enjoyed
spending time and visiting them in her home, even if they had to compete with
her TV being set at volume 11 during those visits. Cecilia always spoke her
mind, mostly without a filter, and played by her own set of rules.

If an award could be given for channel surfing, mom would have
earned it. The longest she stayed on each channel was 8 seconds, and that was
during the PRCA bull riding competition.

Cecilia is survived by her husband, Francis; daughter, Sheri
(Charlie) Rohr of Hays; sons: Bob (Darla) of Broken Arrow, OK, Rick (Barb) of
Hays, Randy (Debbie) of Hays, and Scott (Nikki) of Hays. 11 grandchildren, 19
great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded by her parents, brothers: Bob, Eddie, Alvin, and
Joe. Sisters: Freda Sanders, and Patricia Thomas.

Funeral Services will be Saturday May 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM at
Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays,
Kansas 67601. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time at the
funeral chapel. Interment will follow the services in the St Joseph Catholic
Cemetery – Hays.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Humane Society
of the High Plains in care of the funeral chapel.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared with Cecilia’s family
via <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748028895657.jpeg" alt="Cecilia Pfannenstiel" />
 <figcaption>Cecilia Pfannenstiel</figcaption>
 </figure>Cecilia Pfannenstiel, age 94 of Hays, Kansas died Wednesday May
21, 2025, at The Good Samaritan Society – Hays.Cecilia was born on September 12, 1930, in Hays to Peter C. and
Anna (Karlin) Leikam. She was raised and educated in Hays attending Hays high
school, and in 1948 was united in marriage to Francis J. Pfannenstiel.She had a great love for her family and friends and enjoyed
spending time and visiting them in her home, even if they had to compete with
her TV being set at volume 11 during those visits. Cecilia always spoke her
mind, mostly without a filter, and played by her own set of rules.If an award could be given for channel surfing, mom would have
earned it. The longest she stayed on each channel was 8 seconds, and that was
during the PRCA bull riding competition.Cecilia is survived by her husband, Francis; daughter, Sheri
(Charlie) Rohr of Hays; sons: Bob (Darla) of Broken Arrow, OK, Rick (Barb) of
Hays, Randy (Debbie) of Hays, and Scott (Nikki) of Hays. 11 grandchildren, 19
great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren.She was preceded by her parents, brothers: Bob, Eddie, Alvin, and
Joe. Sisters: Freda Sanders, and Patricia Thomas.Funeral Services will be Saturday May 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM at
Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays,
Kansas 67601. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time at the
funeral chapel. Interment will follow the services in the St Joseph Catholic
Cemetery – Hays.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Humane Society
of the High Plains in care of the funeral chapel.Memories and words of comfort may be shared with Cecilia’s family
via <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Cecilia Pfannenstiel

Phyllis Marie Robinson passed away
on March 21, 2025 at 87 years old in Parkview Health and&nbsp;Rehabilitation Center in Osborne,
Ks. Phyllis was born in rural Rush County, Ks on October 29, 1937 to Jonny and Emma Weitzel.


She grew up in Rush County. During high school she moved to Denver, CO with her mother
Emma. Phyllis went to college in Colorado and obtained her Associates Degree in Business.
This is where she met her first husband Burl Ingle. This is also where their first son Reid Philip
Ingle was born. They then moved to Lacrosse, Ks where they had their second son Russell Burl
Ingle. After 5 years in Lacrosse they moved to Calhoun, GA.

While in Georgia they lived a
full, happy life. They raised their two sons there and eventually sent their oldest Reid to Clemson
University to play football. Phyllis, Burl and Russ moved back&nbsp;to Lacrosse where Russ graduated
high school. Phyllis lived a life full of adventures and businesses. Phyllis was the first
women’s editor for the Calhoun Times newspaper in Calhoun,Georgia. She painted pictures and
homes, had her own photography business, worked at theschool in Ness City and spent as
much time outdoors as she could. Phyllis loved all animals but especially horses and spending
time with her sons and eventually her grandchildren. She loved to travel and went to Mexico a few
times and went to Georgia to visit her son Reid and his family. Phyllis went to any school
events she could for her two granddaughters, who&nbsp; lived in Hill&nbsp;City, but she also cheered on her
two granddaughters and grandson in Georgia as well. 

Phyllis is preceded in death by
her grandparents Philip (Lula Mae) Weitzel and her parents Jonny (Emma) Weitzel. She is
survived by her two sons, Reid (Cheryl) Ingle of Loganville, Georgia and their children Lindsey (Mike)
Kocenski, Harrison Tobin and Mindy (Sharyl) Woodbury. Russell ( Connie) Ingle of Glen
Elder, Ks and their children Kelli (Taylor) VanLoenen, Kaitlyn (Colton) Boxum, Austin (Adrianna)
Groth, Torey (Kevin) Rich and Todd (Misty) Stupka;&nbsp;&nbsp;brother, Phil Weitzel and his wife Cheryl of
Wichita; sister, Cathy Weitzel of Wichita;&nbsp; and wasblessed with 21 great
grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to Dawson
Place in Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;Services will be held Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
at Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy, Ave. Hill City, Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748005691465.jpeg" alt="Phyllis Marie Robinson" />
 <figcaption>Phyllis Marie Robinson</figcaption>
 </figure>Phyllis Marie Robinson passed away
on March 21, 2025 at 87 years old in Parkview Health and&nbsp;Rehabilitation Center in Osborne,
Ks. Phyllis was born in rural Rush County, Ks on October 29, 1937 to Jonny and Emma Weitzel.
She grew up in Rush County. During high school she moved to Denver, CO with her mother
Emma. Phyllis went to college in Colorado and obtained her Associates Degree in Business.
This is where she met her first husband Burl Ingle. This is also where their first son Reid Philip
Ingle was born. They then moved to Lacrosse, Ks where they had their second son Russell Burl
Ingle. After 5 years in Lacrosse they moved to Calhoun, GA.While in Georgia they lived a
full, happy life. They raised their two sons there and eventually sent their oldest Reid to Clemson
University to play football. Phyllis, Burl and Russ moved back&nbsp;to Lacrosse where Russ graduated
high school. Phyllis lived a life full of adventures and businesses. Phyllis was the first
women’s editor for the Calhoun Times newspaper in Calhoun,Georgia. She painted pictures and
homes, had her own photography business, worked at theschool in Ness City and spent as
much time outdoors as she could. Phyllis loved all animals but especially horses and spending
time with her sons and eventually her grandchildren. She loved to travel and went to Mexico a few
times and went to Georgia to visit her son Reid and his family. Phyllis went to any school
events she could for her two granddaughters, who&nbsp; lived in Hill&nbsp;City, but she also cheered on her
two granddaughters and grandson in Georgia as well. Phyllis is preceded in death by
her grandparents Philip (Lula Mae) Weitzel and her parents Jonny (Emma) Weitzel. She is
survived by her two sons, Reid (Cheryl) Ingle of Loganville, Georgia and their children Lindsey (Mike)
Kocenski, Harrison Tobin and Mindy (Sharyl) Woodbury. Russell ( Connie) Ingle of Glen
Elder, Ks and their children Kelli (Taylor) VanLoenen, Kaitlyn (Colton) Boxum, Austin (Adrianna)
Groth, Torey (Kevin) Rich and Todd (Misty) Stupka;&nbsp;&nbsp;brother, Phil Weitzel and his wife Cheryl of
Wichita; sister, Cathy Weitzel of Wichita;&nbsp; and wasblessed with 21 great
grandchildren.Memorials are suggested to Dawson
Place in Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;Services will be held Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
at Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy, Ave. Hill City, Kansas.

Phyllis Marie Robinson

James Calvin 'Jim' Hart, 87, Hays, died Wednesday, May 21,
2025 at HaysMed surrounded by his family.

He was born November 5, 1937 in Russell, the son of Ewing
Calvin and Bertha May (Laubhan) Hart.&nbsp; In
1956, he graduated from Hays High School then enlisted and served in the U.S.
Marine Corps until 1958.&nbsp; On January 28,
1961 he was united in marriage to Peggy Regagnon in Hays, and they celebrated
64 years of marriage.&nbsp; Jim worked for
Central Kansas Power Company and was a campus police officer at Fort Hays State
University, retiring in 1993.&nbsp; He was a
member of Messiah Lutheran Church, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and adored his
dogs.

Survivors include his wife Peggy of Hays, three sons, Brett
Hart and wife Kim of Derby, Bradley Hart and wife Kellie of Courtland, and
Bryant Hart of Hays, two brothers, Bill Hart and wife Nancy of Raytown, Missouri,
and Tom Hart of Russell, a sister, Nancy Sullivan of Olathe, one granddaughter,
Breann Mackley of Goodland, and three great grandchildren, Rilan, Tatum, and
Lettie Mackley, all of Colby.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his infant twin
sister Jeannie Carol Hart.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, May 24,
2025 at Messiah Lutheran Church with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Mt. Allen
Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive
friends from 6:00 pm until 7:00 on Friday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home
and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Humane Society
of the High Plains or to Messiah Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jim may be shared
with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747928778450.jpeg" alt="James Calvin 'Jim' Hart" />
 <figcaption>James Calvin 'Jim' Hart</figcaption>
 </figure>James Calvin 'Jim' Hart, 87, Hays, died Wednesday, May 21,
2025 at HaysMed surrounded by his family.He was born November 5, 1937 in Russell, the son of Ewing
Calvin and Bertha May (Laubhan) Hart.&nbsp; In
1956, he graduated from Hays High School then enlisted and served in the U.S.
Marine Corps until 1958.&nbsp; On January 28,
1961 he was united in marriage to Peggy Regagnon in Hays, and they celebrated
64 years of marriage.&nbsp; Jim worked for
Central Kansas Power Company and was a campus police officer at Fort Hays State
University, retiring in 1993.&nbsp; He was a
member of Messiah Lutheran Church, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and adored his
dogs.Survivors include his wife Peggy of Hays, three sons, Brett
Hart and wife Kim of Derby, Bradley Hart and wife Kellie of Courtland, and
Bryant Hart of Hays, two brothers, Bill Hart and wife Nancy of Raytown, Missouri,
and Tom Hart of Russell, a sister, Nancy Sullivan of Olathe, one granddaughter,
Breann Mackley of Goodland, and three great grandchildren, Rilan, Tatum, and
Lettie Mackley, all of Colby.He was preceded in death by his parents and his infant twin
sister Jeannie Carol Hart.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, May 24,
2025 at Messiah Lutheran Church with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Mt. Allen
Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive
friends from 6:00 pm until 7:00 on Friday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home
and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Humane Society
of the High Plains or to Messiah Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jim may be shared
with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

James Calvin 'Jim' Hart

Roy R. Krueger of Russell passed
away surrounded by family after a short illness on May 8, 2025 at Wesley
Medical Center in Wichita, at the age of 94.

Roy was born in Natoma, Kansas on
January 8, 1931 to Harold R. and Yvonne (Paschal) Krueger.&nbsp; He grew up in
Natoma and graduated from Natoma High School.&nbsp; He worked with his father
in the Krueger Oil Company during his school years.&nbsp; He graduated from the
University of Kansas with a Bachelor's Degree in Geology in&nbsp;1954.
&nbsp;Roy served in the U.S. Air Force for two years after graduation,
including a period in Great Britain with the Strategic Air Command and the
&nbsp;British Intelligence Service. &nbsp;Following his U.S. Military service,
he was employed for one additional year with Krueger Oil Company. &nbsp;

Roy married Patricia Wentworth on
New Year's Day, 1955. His mother wished to set the pair up on a blind date, but
Roy insisted on meeting Patty on his own. &nbsp;The two got along well from the
very beginning, and the couple married five months later. This union was
blessed with two daughters, Dana and Lisa, and he and Patty raised their family
in Russell.&nbsp; Roy worked as a geologist for Frontier Oil Company and as
Plant Manager at Kansas Refined Helium, before he became an independent
geologist.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roy was a member of Trinity
Methodist Church, the Delta Chi Fraternity, and the American Legion, and the
Russell Elks’ Lodge. &nbsp;He was known as quite a story teller, and he
published a book of his 'Observations' in&nbsp;1994.&nbsp;&nbsp;After
retirement, he and&nbsp;Patty enjoyed time with their children and
grandchildren and occasional casino trips. Roy was an avid reader before he
lost his eyesight, and he loved going out to coffee with his friends until
recent years.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roy is survived by his daughters
Dana Snook and husband Dan of Richardson, Texas and Lisa Kinyon and husband
Darren of Wichita, Kansas;&nbsp;grandchildren, Jerrod and Jami Kinyon of
Wichita,Kansas, Brandon Snook (Jenna) of Montville, New Jersey, and Cody Snook
(Zyanya) of Richardson, Texas;&nbsp; and great-grandchildren Cooper and Owen
Snook.&nbsp; He is also survived by long-time caretakers Debbie and Kara Snook,
his sisters Pamela Krueger of Sun City, Arizona and Sylvia Havner of Overland
Park, Kansas, numerous nieces,&nbsp;nephews and cousins.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747851705689.jpeg" alt="Roy R. Krueger" />
 <figcaption>Roy R. Krueger</figcaption>
 </figure>Roy R. Krueger of Russell passed
away surrounded by family after a short illness on May 8, 2025 at Wesley
Medical Center in Wichita, at the age of 94.Roy was born in Natoma, Kansas on
January 8, 1931 to Harold R. and Yvonne (Paschal) Krueger.&nbsp; He grew up in
Natoma and graduated from Natoma High School.&nbsp; He worked with his father
in the Krueger Oil Company during his school years.&nbsp; He graduated from the
University of Kansas with a Bachelor's Degree in Geology in&nbsp;1954.
&nbsp;Roy served in the U.S. Air Force for two years after graduation,
including a period in Great Britain with the Strategic Air Command and the
&nbsp;British Intelligence Service. &nbsp;Following his U.S. Military service,
he was employed for one additional year with Krueger Oil Company. &nbsp;Roy married Patricia Wentworth on
New Year's Day, 1955. His mother wished to set the pair up on a blind date, but
Roy insisted on meeting Patty on his own. &nbsp;The two got along well from the
very beginning, and the couple married five months later. This union was
blessed with two daughters, Dana and Lisa, and he and Patty raised their family
in Russell.&nbsp; Roy worked as a geologist for Frontier Oil Company and as
Plant Manager at Kansas Refined Helium, before he became an independent
geologist.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy was a member of Trinity
Methodist Church, the Delta Chi Fraternity, and the American Legion, and the
Russell Elks’ Lodge. &nbsp;He was known as quite a story teller, and he
published a book of his 'Observations' in&nbsp;1994.&nbsp;&nbsp;After
retirement, he and&nbsp;Patty enjoyed time with their children and
grandchildren and occasional casino trips. Roy was an avid reader before he
lost his eyesight, and he loved going out to coffee with his friends until
recent years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy is survived by his daughters
Dana Snook and husband Dan of Richardson, Texas and Lisa Kinyon and husband
Darren of Wichita, Kansas;&nbsp;grandchildren, Jerrod and Jami Kinyon of
Wichita,Kansas, Brandon Snook (Jenna) of Montville, New Jersey, and Cody Snook
(Zyanya) of Richardson, Texas;&nbsp; and great-grandchildren Cooper and Owen
Snook.&nbsp; He is also survived by long-time caretakers Debbie and Kara Snook,
his sisters Pamela Krueger of Sun City, Arizona and Sylvia Havner of Overland
Park, Kansas, numerous nieces,&nbsp;nephews and cousins.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his
wife Patty of 58 years in 2013, his parents, his brother Tom Krueger, and
sisters Marilyn and Cynthia Krueger.Celebration of Roy's life will be
held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in
Russell.&nbsp; Burial of ashes will follow at Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; A
memorial will be established at Wheatland Nursing Center for assisting
residents with haircuts and other personal needs.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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