Jerry W. Buxton, age 56, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on August 2, 1967, in Walsenburg, Colorado, the son of Jack &amp; Velma Reeves Buxton. &nbsp;A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1972 moving from Walsenburg, Colorado, he was the CFO for Finney County Feedyard.

Jerry was a member of the Pence Community Church in Pence, Kansas, and was a past Scott City Council Member and Scott County Commissioner, and memberships to many area golf courses.

On September 2, 1989, he married Jynette Eckels in Shallow Water, Kansas. &nbsp;She survives.

Survivors include his Wife - Jynette Buxton of Scott City, Kansas, One Daughter - Emily Buxton of Scott City, Kansas, Mother - Velma Buxton of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Rob &amp; Lil Buxton of Norway, Two Grandsons - Camden Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, Brexton Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, and numerous nieces &amp; nephews.

He is preceded in death by his Father - Jack Buxton, One Daughter - Alexis Buxton, Father in Law - Eugene Eckels, and Mother In Law - Ann Eckels.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Don Williams presiding. &nbsp;Services will be live-streamed at www.priceandsons.com or&nbsp;<a href="https://evt.live/gcrossman">https://evt.live/jbuxton</a>

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

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 </figure>Jerry W. Buxton, age 56, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on August 2, 1967, in Walsenburg, Colorado, the son of Jack &amp; Velma Reeves Buxton. &nbsp;A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1972 moving from Walsenburg, Colorado, he was the CFO for Finney County Feedyard.Jerry was a member of the Pence Community Church in Pence, Kansas, and was a past Scott City Council Member and Scott County Commissioner, and memberships to many area golf courses.On September 2, 1989, he married Jynette Eckels in Shallow Water, Kansas. &nbsp;She survives.Survivors include his Wife - Jynette Buxton of Scott City, Kansas, One Daughter - Emily Buxton of Scott City, Kansas, Mother - Velma Buxton of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Rob &amp; Lil Buxton of Norway, Two Grandsons - Camden Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, Brexton Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, and numerous nieces &amp; nephews.He is preceded in death by his Father - Jack Buxton, One Daughter - Alexis Buxton, Father in Law - Eugene Eckels, and Mother In Law - Ann Eckels.A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Don Williams presiding. &nbsp;Services will be live-streamed at www.priceandsons.com or&nbsp;<a href="https://evt.live/gcrossman">https://evt.live/jbuxton</a>Memorials In Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Jerry Buxton Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.There will be no calling times.

Jerry W. Buxton

Verlin Francis “Frank” Miller, 83, Victoria, died Thursday, February 22, 2024 at HaysMed.

He was born July 3, 1940 on the family farm north of Victoria, the son of Joe A. and Laura (Dinkel) Miller. Frank attended grade school in Catharine and graduated from Hays High School in 1958. On September 1, 1967, he was united in marriage to Deanna Rozean in Russell, and they celebrated 56 years of marriage. Frank belonged to Local Union 441 for 60 years and worked as a pipefitter welder and plumber. After retiring, he and Deanna spent 20 years traveling to the North Platte Valley in Saratoga, Wyoming in the summer and the Rio Grande Valley by Harlingen, Texas in the winter. Frank loved farming and ranching and pursued growth opportunities throughout his entire life. He was always doing building projects and was most proud of his “doghouse” and shed house in Saratoga. His many other hobbies included hunting, fishing, gardening, wood turning, and working on puzzles. He loved entertaining family and friends, who routinely stopped by the “doghouse” to solve the world’s problems. He enjoyed cooking for his guests on his Traeger grill and hosting the Miller family reunion for 30 years. He was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church.

Survivors include his wife Deanna of the home, a son, Gerald Miller and wife Carla of Dodge City, a daughter, Christine McLaughlin and husband Craig of Hays, a brother, Lawrence Miller and wife BJ of Norman, OK, four sisters, Remidga Gottschalk of Hutchinson, Betty Miller of Thornton, CO, Ann Hall and husband Ray of Branson, MO, and Sandra Gerstner and husband Wayne of Hays, three grandchildren, Trent McLaughlin and wife Amber of Ogallah, Jessie Myers and husband Alex of Denver, CO, and Lane Miller of Dodge City, a granddaughter-in-law, Kara McLaughlin of LaCrosse, five great grandchildren, Taj, Kingston, Kamden, Kynleigh, and Cpl. Darren McLaughlin, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant son, Cecil Miller, three brothers, Cletus, Lambert, and Joey Miller, a brother-in-law, Don Gottschalk, and a grandson, Trevor McLaughlin.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Catharine with Fr. Curtis Carlson, OFM Cap. officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until service time on Wednesday at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. Catherine Church Foundation or to Victoria VFW. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Condolences and memories of Frank may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Verlin Francis “Frank” Miller, 83, Victoria, died Thursday, February 22, 2024 at HaysMed.He was born July 3, 1940 on the family farm north of Victoria, the son of Joe A. and Laura (Dinkel) Miller. Frank attended grade school in Catharine and graduated from Hays High School in 1958. On September 1, 1967, he was united in marriage to Deanna Rozean in Russell, and they celebrated 56 years of marriage. Frank belonged to Local Union 441 for 60 years and worked as a pipefitter welder and plumber. After retiring, he and Deanna spent 20 years traveling to the North Platte Valley in Saratoga, Wyoming in the summer and the Rio Grande Valley by Harlingen, Texas in the winter. Frank loved farming and ranching and pursued growth opportunities throughout his entire life. He was always doing building projects and was most proud of his “doghouse” and shed house in Saratoga. His many other hobbies included hunting, fishing, gardening, wood turning, and working on puzzles. He loved entertaining family and friends, who routinely stopped by the “doghouse” to solve the world’s problems. He enjoyed cooking for his guests on his Traeger grill and hosting the Miller family reunion for 30 years. He was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church.Survivors include his wife Deanna of the home, a son, Gerald Miller and wife Carla of Dodge City, a daughter, Christine McLaughlin and husband Craig of Hays, a brother, Lawrence Miller and wife BJ of Norman, OK, four sisters, Remidga Gottschalk of Hutchinson, Betty Miller of Thornton, CO, Ann Hall and husband Ray of Branson, MO, and Sandra Gerstner and husband Wayne of Hays, three grandchildren, Trent McLaughlin and wife Amber of Ogallah, Jessie Myers and husband Alex of Denver, CO, and Lane Miller of Dodge City, a granddaughter-in-law, Kara McLaughlin of LaCrosse, five great grandchildren, Taj, Kingston, Kamden, Kynleigh, and Cpl. Darren McLaughlin, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant son, Cecil Miller, three brothers, Cletus, Lambert, and Joey Miller, a brother-in-law, Don Gottschalk, and a grandson, Trevor McLaughlin.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Catharine with Fr. Curtis Carlson, OFM Cap. officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until service time on Wednesday at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. Catherine Church Foundation or to Victoria VFW. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Condolences and memories of Frank may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Verlin Francis "Frank" Miller

Charles Lee “Charlie” Hamit, 79, of Nowata, OK passed from this world to his heavenly home on February 20, 2024, after a battle with cancer.

Charlie was born on June 5, 1944, to Marion and Elda (Elliott) Hamit, in Hays, KS. He graduated from Stockton Senior High School, then served honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Conflict.

He met his beloved wife, Barbara, in Washington, D.C. They married in Indianapolis, IN in 1968. He finished his bachelor’s degree at Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL before earning his law degree from the University of Tulsa, in Tulsa, OK. Charles practiced law in Jenks and Sapulpa, OK for a decade, in Nowata, OK for the past 25 years, and was a municipal judge in South Coffeyville, OK.

Charles was wise and thoughtful, a man of principle relentlessly dedicated to his passion of justice in the practice of law and service to his community. Spiritually, he was fervent in his belief in the redeeming and healing power of Jesus Christ, and actively involved in healing prayer ministry at Living Word Family Church in Nowata, OK and Grace Community Church in Bartlesville, OK. Professionally, he was proud to serve on the Board of Grand Mental Health for 20 years. He dedicated time to wresting justice from an unforgiving system for those who needed a second chance. His impact was life-changing for many blessed to have his strong, steady work on their behalf.

Charlie didn't shy away from hard truths of God's word and loved to guide others to do the same. He taught Sunday School, was involved in prison ministry, and was a mentor and encouragement to many people along the way. Charlie loved reading, music – including jazz and bagpipes – and spending time with his family. He was tremendously proud of his children and grandchildren.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Elda, and nephew, Judd Hamit. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, of Nowata, OK; children Carlie (Brian) Sturgeon and Joshua (Patricia) Hamit; grandchildren Elliot, Ellie, and Penny; brothers Dick (Lila) Hamit and Don (Terry) Hamit; cousins Margaret Elliott, Sue Regier, Nancy Hoffman, and Kristy Utchell, as well as many nieces and nephews, dear friends, and professional associates.

Charles Hamit was a man who fought for Mercy because Mercy found him as a young man and carried him though his life.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Heifer International, the YWCA Tulsa https://givebutter.com/hoknO7 , or a ministry of your choice in honor of Charles.

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 </figure>Charles Lee “Charlie” Hamit, 79, of Nowata, OK passed from this world to his heavenly home on February 20, 2024, after a battle with cancer.Charlie was born on June 5, 1944, to Marion and Elda (Elliott) Hamit, in Hays, KS. He graduated from Stockton Senior High School, then served honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Conflict.He met his beloved wife, Barbara, in Washington, D.C. They married in Indianapolis, IN in 1968. He finished his bachelor’s degree at Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL before earning his law degree from the University of Tulsa, in Tulsa, OK. Charles practiced law in Jenks and Sapulpa, OK for a decade, in Nowata, OK for the past 25 years, and was a municipal judge in South Coffeyville, OK.Charles was wise and thoughtful, a man of principle relentlessly dedicated to his passion of justice in the practice of law and service to his community. Spiritually, he was fervent in his belief in the redeeming and healing power of Jesus Christ, and actively involved in healing prayer ministry at Living Word Family Church in Nowata, OK and Grace Community Church in Bartlesville, OK. Professionally, he was proud to serve on the Board of Grand Mental Health for 20 years. He dedicated time to wresting justice from an unforgiving system for those who needed a second chance. His impact was life-changing for many blessed to have his strong, steady work on their behalf.Charlie didn't shy away from hard truths of God's word and loved to guide others to do the same. He taught Sunday School, was involved in prison ministry, and was a mentor and encouragement to many people along the way. Charlie loved reading, music – including jazz and bagpipes – and spending time with his family. He was tremendously proud of his children and grandchildren.Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Elda, and nephew, Judd Hamit. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, of Nowata, OK; children Carlie (Brian) Sturgeon and Joshua (Patricia) Hamit; grandchildren Elliot, Ellie, and Penny; brothers Dick (Lila) Hamit and Don (Terry) Hamit; cousins Margaret Elliott, Sue Regier, Nancy Hoffman, and Kristy Utchell, as well as many nieces and nephews, dear friends, and professional associates.Charles Hamit was a man who fought for Mercy because Mercy found him as a young man and carried him though his life.In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Heifer International, the YWCA Tulsa https://givebutter.com/hoknO7 , or a ministry of your choice in honor of Charles.

Charles Lee “Charlie” Hamit

Earl Henry Davis, 77, passed away on February 26, 2024, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas surrounded by his wife and children. He was born April 23, 1949, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Earl Henry and Mary Elizabeth (Tittle) Davis, Sr.

On September 22,1973, Earl married Judy A. Krier in Dubuque. Earl worked at Duke Drilling, White Ellis, and South Wind Drilling. Earl retired after he got hurt in the oil field. He loved fishing and hunting and playing on his play station 4.

Earl is survived by his son, Earl H. (Tammy) Davis, III, Great Bend, KS; daughter, Candy Lynn Nichols, Salina, KS; sons Allen Wayne Davis, Wichita, KS; Aaron Michael Davis, Timken, KS;&nbsp; 8 grandkids, Bruce Davis, Johnny Davis, Christine (John) Richardson, Kim (John) Erickson, all of Dubuque, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Mary, his two sisters, Meriatta Flynn, Dubuque, IA; and Beverly Jean Rowland, Hutchinson, KS.

A memorial gathering of family and friends will be Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 2 PM to 4 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

In lieu of flowers, memorials/donations are suggested to his family via tribute pay via:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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

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 </figure>Earl Henry Davis, 77, passed away on February 26, 2024, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas surrounded by his wife and children. He was born April 23, 1949, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Earl Henry and Mary Elizabeth (Tittle) Davis, Sr.On September 22,1973, Earl married Judy A. Krier in Dubuque. Earl worked at Duke Drilling, White Ellis, and South Wind Drilling. Earl retired after he got hurt in the oil field. He loved fishing and hunting and playing on his play station 4.Earl is survived by his son, Earl H. (Tammy) Davis, III, Great Bend, KS; daughter, Candy Lynn Nichols, Salina, KS; sons Allen Wayne Davis, Wichita, KS; Aaron Michael Davis, Timken, KS;&nbsp; 8 grandkids, Bruce Davis, Johnny Davis, Christine (John) Richardson, Kim (John) Erickson, all of Dubuque, IA.He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Mary, his two sisters, Meriatta Flynn, Dubuque, IA; and Beverly Jean Rowland, Hutchinson, KS.A memorial gathering of family and friends will be Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 2 PM to 4 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.In lieu of flowers, memorials/donations are suggested to his family via tribute pay via:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>Memories of words and comfort may be shared on Earl's tribute page at:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Earl Henry Davis

On February 23, 2024, Torryn René Helton was born to Gunner and Breanna (Holmes) Helton at Hays Medical Center, and God unexpectantly called her home. 

 Though left broken hearted, the family is comforted in knowing that part of them will be forever with her. 

“I carried you every second of your life, and I will love you for every second of mine.”

On February 23, 2024, Torryn René Helton was born to Gunner and Breanna (Holmes) Helton at Hays Medical Center, and God unexpectantly called her home. Though left broken hearted, the family is comforted in knowing that part of them will be forever with her. “I carried you every second of your life, and I will love you for every second of mine.”

Torryn René Helton 

Theron James “T.J.” Roberts, Jr., 81, passed away surrounded by family February 23, 2024, at Medicalodges, Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on April 10, 1942, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Theron Sr. and Georgia (Grizzle) Roberts. On July 21, 2006, he married Sue Foster in Great Bend, Kansas.

A graduate from Great Bend High School, T.J. worked for Kansas Gas for 47 years, retiring in 2009. He served in the Army and Army Reserves for 27 years. T.J. was also involved in many entrepreneurial endeavors over the years, but he was best known for his BBQ at Sue’s BBQ, which he and his wife ran for over 30 years. He was a member of the American Legion and Ellinwood Community Church.

Survivors include his wife of the home; sons, Lance (Alisha) Roberts of San Diego, California, and Gregory (Chris) Arnold of Liberty, Missouri; daughters, Angela (Myron) Wilder of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Lisa (Roy) Reed of Stuarts Draft, Virginia; eight grandchildren, Shad, Lacey, Kansas, Grace, Sam, Austin, Taylor, and Claire; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Max (Kathy) Roberts of Ellinwood, Kansas; sister, Georgiana Yasko of Winter Springs, Florida; brother-in-law, Larry Gustin of Wichita, Kansas; several nieces and nephews; and four-legged buddy, Blaze.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jerry Roberts; sister, Marsha Gustin; brother-in-law, Mickey Yasko; and nephew, Wade Gustin.

Visitation will take place from noon to 8:00 p.m. Monday, February 26, 2024, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the Ellinwood Community Church with Pastor Bill Johnson presiding. Interment will follow at Lakin Comanche Cemetery, Ellinwood, Kansas, with military honors provided by Fort Riley Honor Guard. Memorials have been designated to the Rugged Hands Outreach or Quilts of Valor, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Theron James “T.J.” Roberts, Jr., 81, passed away surrounded by family February 23, 2024, at Medicalodges, Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on April 10, 1942, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Theron Sr. and Georgia (Grizzle) Roberts. On July 21, 2006, he married Sue Foster in Great Bend, Kansas.A graduate from Great Bend High School, T.J. worked for Kansas Gas for 47 years, retiring in 2009. He served in the Army and Army Reserves for 27 years. T.J. was also involved in many entrepreneurial endeavors over the years, but he was best known for his BBQ at Sue’s BBQ, which he and his wife ran for over 30 years. He was a member of the American Legion and Ellinwood Community Church.Survivors include his wife of the home; sons, Lance (Alisha) Roberts of San Diego, California, and Gregory (Chris) Arnold of Liberty, Missouri; daughters, Angela (Myron) Wilder of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Lisa (Roy) Reed of Stuarts Draft, Virginia; eight grandchildren, Shad, Lacey, Kansas, Grace, Sam, Austin, Taylor, and Claire; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Max (Kathy) Roberts of Ellinwood, Kansas; sister, Georgiana Yasko of Winter Springs, Florida; brother-in-law, Larry Gustin of Wichita, Kansas; several nieces and nephews; and four-legged buddy, Blaze.He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jerry Roberts; sister, Marsha Gustin; brother-in-law, Mickey Yasko; and nephew, Wade Gustin.Visitation will take place from noon to 8:00 p.m. Monday, February 26, 2024, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the Ellinwood Community Church with Pastor Bill Johnson presiding. Interment will follow at Lakin Comanche Cemetery, Ellinwood, Kansas, with military honors provided by Fort Riley Honor Guard. Memorials have been designated to the Rugged Hands Outreach or Quilts of Valor, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Theron James “T.J.” Roberts, Jr.

Beverley Sue County passed away on February 24, 2024 after a long and painful illness in Wahoo, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born on October 6, 1942 in Stratton, Colorado to Kenneth and Lucille (Hooper) Scheierman. &nbsp;Her sister Betsy Bea was born two years later.

When Bev was eight years old, her parents divorced and in 1952, Mabel Garner and Kenny Scheierman were married. &nbsp;They moved from a house in Stratton to a place 15 miles south of Stratton.

Bev attended elementary and high school in Stratton and graduated with the class of 1960.

Bev was gifted from a young age with the ability to play the piano “by ear”. &nbsp;It was Mabel (Mom) who thought she should be educated in reading music. &nbsp;She found the music teacher, Minta Coleman, who lived in Burlington, to be her instructor. &nbsp; It was Mom’s strict disciplines of practice and driving Bev to Burlington every week for lessons that facilitated Bev’s distinction as being Mrs. Coleman’s “star” pupil. &nbsp;Mrs. Coleman insisted that Bev be honored with a solo piano recital replete with formal printed and mailed invitations. &nbsp; The recital was held at the Burlington United Methodist Church when she was 16 years old.

She attended Anderson College in Anderson, Indiana for three years where she attended beauty school to hone her skills after practicing on her sister for years.

Bev’s birth mother, Lucille, married Jack Carpenter and lived in Sterling, Colorado. &nbsp;They had three children together. &nbsp;Sister, Jacque, and brothers, Bruce and Chris, became part of her family. &nbsp;While visiting her extended family in Sterling, Lucille suggested she meet her paper boy, Jerry County, because he was so industrious. &nbsp;Needless to say, a courtship ensued and the rest is history.

Bev and Jerry were married December 20, 1964 in Stratton, Colorado and they lived in Denver where Bev worked at a bank and later started using her education and became a beautician while Jerry attended the University of Colorado in Denver. To this union, &nbsp;Geoffrey (Jeff) Dain, was born in 1967, and Jodean (Jodi) Daina completed the family in 1971.

In 1980, the County family moved to Burlington, Colorado when Jerry joined Noel Winfrey to form the CPA partnership, Winfrey and County. &nbsp;Bev continued her beautician business in Burlington for several years, until her health wouldn’t allow her to work and was forced to retire.

Bev was a member of the Burlington United Methodist Church where she was the pianist and also volunteered as the Burlington Rotary Club pianist.

Because music was a major focus in her life, Bev was a 24-year subscriber to the Denver Center for Performing Arts and attended most of all the best Broadway musicals and theater productions. &nbsp;These Saturday trips to Denver for lunch, theater, and dinner with good friends were memorable times for many years.

Bev was an avid advocate for planting trees, not only in her yard, but around the City of Burlington. &nbsp; Her green thumb extended beyond trees and was gifted in the caring of indoor plants. &nbsp;One plant in particular lived for over 30 years.

Bev was also instrumental in instigating the Neighborhood Watch sticker that homeowners placed in the windows of their homes.

Bev and Jerry were avid campers beginning with a tent. &nbsp;Over the years, they upgraded to a Volkswagen bus, a pop-up, pickup camper, fifth wheel and finally an RV bus, which she referred to as the “Unit”. &nbsp;They were members of the Burlington Good Sams camper group that traveled near and far in the summer months. &nbsp;Bev and Jerry also loved traveling in their RV and visited many states. &nbsp;They finally decided to become “snowbirds” and spent their winter months in Texas and Arizona, returning to Colorado in the spring. &nbsp;They eventually bought a villa at Happy Trails in Surprise, AZ, and this quickly became their second home making new memories with wonderful friends.

Their travels outside of camping included Belize, Roatan, Hawaii, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Mexico, and numerous resort areas in the United States.

In 1988, Bev was diagnosed with a large benign brain tumor, which she referred to as her “orange”. &nbsp; The tumor was removed and she completed the follow-up radiation treatment. &nbsp;For the next several years, the radiation inflicted many obstacles physically. &nbsp;She never complained and with her abiding faith, she bore her health conditions with humor, honor and grace. &nbsp;Bev gradually developed motor skill issues that eventually resulted in nursing home care. In March of 2022, she moved to a beautiful facility, South Haven, in Wahoo, Nebraska. &nbsp;Although she missed her home and friends in Burlington, she quickly made new friends and received wonderful care. &nbsp;She loved watching the birds in the bird display.

She is survived by her son, Jeff (Jill) County of Ashland, NE and daughter, Jodean (Jodi), of Meeker, CO; her grandchildren Jenna (Michael) Satterly of Lincoln, NE; Jasmine (John) Mlakar of Meeker, CO; &nbsp;Jade (Jake) Trahern of Burlington, CO; Justine Carrillo of Meeker, CO; and Jett County (Reannon) of Lincoln, NE; her great grandchildren, Jameson Mlakar, Jaxton Carrillo, Tatum Satterly, Kamryn Trahern, Lawson and Lowan Satterly and Baby Trahern arriving in April; her sisters, Betsy Schutte and Jacque (Tim) Whitsitt, brother, Bruce Carpenter, niece, Kenya (Scott) Huppert and nephew, Clay Short, and many other family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry, her parents, Kenneth and Mabel Scheierman, her mother, Lucille Carpenter, her brother, Chris Carpenter, and her nephew, Lance Short.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Burlington Senior Citizens Center, The Midway Theater or to your Church of Choice and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

To order<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/29084dd0-b099-493f-9192-e86efe001d9d" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Beverley Sue County, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/29084dd0-b099-493f-9192-e86efe001d9d" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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 </figure>Beverley Sue County passed away on February 24, 2024 after a long and painful illness in Wahoo, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born on October 6, 1942 in Stratton, Colorado to Kenneth and Lucille (Hooper) Scheierman. &nbsp;Her sister Betsy Bea was born two years later.When Bev was eight years old, her parents divorced and in 1952, Mabel Garner and Kenny Scheierman were married. &nbsp;They moved from a house in Stratton to a place 15 miles south of Stratton.Bev attended elementary and high school in Stratton and graduated with the class of 1960.Bev was gifted from a young age with the ability to play the piano “by ear”. &nbsp;It was Mabel (Mom) who thought she should be educated in reading music. &nbsp;She found the music teacher, Minta Coleman, who lived in Burlington, to be her instructor. &nbsp; It was Mom’s strict disciplines of practice and driving Bev to Burlington every week for lessons that facilitated Bev’s distinction as being Mrs. Coleman’s “star” pupil. &nbsp;Mrs. Coleman insisted that Bev be honored with a solo piano recital replete with formal printed and mailed invitations. &nbsp; The recital was held at the Burlington United Methodist Church when she was 16 years old.She attended Anderson College in Anderson, Indiana for three years where she attended beauty school to hone her skills after practicing on her sister for years.Bev’s birth mother, Lucille, married Jack Carpenter and lived in Sterling, Colorado. &nbsp;They had three children together. &nbsp;Sister, Jacque, and brothers, Bruce and Chris, became part of her family. &nbsp;While visiting her extended family in Sterling, Lucille suggested she meet her paper boy, Jerry County, because he was so industrious. &nbsp;Needless to say, a courtship ensued and the rest is history.Bev and Jerry were married December 20, 1964 in Stratton, Colorado and they lived in Denver where Bev worked at a bank and later started using her education and became a beautician while Jerry attended the University of Colorado in Denver. To this union, &nbsp;Geoffrey (Jeff) Dain, was born in 1967, and Jodean (Jodi) Daina completed the family in 1971.In 1980, the County family moved to Burlington, Colorado when Jerry joined Noel Winfrey to form the CPA partnership, Winfrey and County. &nbsp;Bev continued her beautician business in Burlington for several years, until her health wouldn’t allow her to work and was forced to retire.Bev was a member of the Burlington United Methodist Church where she was the pianist and also volunteered as the Burlington Rotary Club pianist.Because music was a major focus in her life, Bev was a 24-year subscriber to the Denver Center for Performing Arts and attended most of all the best Broadway musicals and theater productions. &nbsp;These Saturday trips to Denver for lunch, theater, and dinner with good friends were memorable times for many years.Bev was an avid advocate for planting trees, not only in her yard, but around the City of Burlington. &nbsp; Her green thumb extended beyond trees and was gifted in the caring of indoor plants. &nbsp;One plant in particular lived for over 30 years.Bev was also instrumental in instigating the Neighborhood Watch sticker that homeowners placed in the windows of their homes.Bev and Jerry were avid campers beginning with a tent. &nbsp;Over the years, they upgraded to a Volkswagen bus, a pop-up, pickup camper, fifth wheel and finally an RV bus, which she referred to as the “Unit”. &nbsp;They were members of the Burlington Good Sams camper group that traveled near and far in the summer months. &nbsp;Bev and Jerry also loved traveling in their RV and visited many states. &nbsp;They finally decided to become “snowbirds” and spent their winter months in Texas and Arizona, returning to Colorado in the spring. &nbsp;They eventually bought a villa at Happy Trails in Surprise, AZ, and this quickly became their second home making new memories with wonderful friends.Their travels outside of camping included Belize, Roatan, Hawaii, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Mexico, and numerous resort areas in the United States.In 1988, Bev was diagnosed with a large benign brain tumor, which she referred to as her “orange”. &nbsp; The tumor was removed and she completed the follow-up radiation treatment. &nbsp;For the next several years, the radiation inflicted many obstacles physically. &nbsp;She never complained and with her abiding faith, she bore her health conditions with humor, honor and grace. &nbsp;Bev gradually developed motor skill issues that eventually resulted in nursing home care. In March of 2022, she moved to a beautiful facility, South Haven, in Wahoo, Nebraska. &nbsp;Although she missed her home and friends in Burlington, she quickly made new friends and received wonderful care. &nbsp;She loved watching the birds in the bird display.She is survived by her son, Jeff (Jill) County of Ashland, NE and daughter, Jodean (Jodi), of Meeker, CO; her grandchildren Jenna (Michael) Satterly of Lincoln, NE; Jasmine (John) Mlakar of Meeker, CO; &nbsp;Jade (Jake) Trahern of Burlington, CO; Justine Carrillo of Meeker, CO; and Jett County (Reannon) of Lincoln, NE; her great grandchildren, Jameson Mlakar, Jaxton Carrillo, Tatum Satterly, Kamryn Trahern, Lawson and Lowan Satterly and Baby Trahern arriving in April; her sisters, Betsy Schutte and Jacque (Tim) Whitsitt, brother, Bruce Carpenter, niece, Kenya (Scott) Huppert and nephew, Clay Short, and many other family and friends.She is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry, her parents, Kenneth and Mabel Scheierman, her mother, Lucille Carpenter, her brother, Chris Carpenter, and her nephew, Lance Short.Memorial contributions may be designated to the Burlington Senior Citizens Center, The Midway Theater or to your Church of Choice and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.To order<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/29084dd0-b099-493f-9192-e86efe001d9d" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Beverley Sue County, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/29084dd0-b099-493f-9192-e86efe001d9d" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Beverley Sue County

A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available.

<h2>Lynelle Graham</h2><h2>April 29, 1965 — February 25, 2024</h2><h2>Denver, CO, Formerly of Burlington, CO</h2>A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available.

Lynelle Graham

Rosella Marie Heier passed away February 22, 2024, at Sheridan County Long Term Care at the age of 88. Rosella was born June 15, 1935, to Frank and Clara (Siebenhaar) Rieth. She met Philip Heier at a square dance, and they were married on August 1, 1961, in Hanover, Kansas. They lived on the farm working to provide for their family. To this union, they had 5 children, Lori, Mark, Barbara, Amy, and Roger.&nbsp;

Rosella was an active member of the St. Agnes Ladies, Eucharist Minister, CCD teacher, and Religious Education Coordinator all at the St Agnes Catholic Church. She also worked on the Gove County Election board for many years. Rosella cooked many meals at the American Legion in Grainfield. She also volunteered many meals for area families when a child was born, or there was a death in the family.

Rosella’s most important job was being a mom to her five children. She was excellent in the kitchen, in the garden, and behind the sewing machine. She made many bierocks, angel food cakes, pies, cinnamon rolls, and the cookie jar was always full. Rosella canned numerous quarts of dill pickles (Rosella’s dills), vegetables and fruits, made several batches of homemade noodles, and endless jars of choke cherry jelly. She created many quilts, ensuring every grandchild had a blanket for their car and a handmade quilt for high school graduation.

Rosella and Phil loved to dance, especially the waltz, and watch Mollie B’s Polka show. Attending sporting events, music programs and Grandparent’s Day was the highlight of their life. Their Catholic faith was very important to them as well as a strong work ethic which was passed on to their kids and grandkids.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Phil, in-laws George and Barbara Heier, brothers Dwayne Rieth, Bernard Rieth, Gary Rieth, sisters-in law Josie West, Katie Heier, Jenny Pfeifer, Trudy Rieth, brothers-in-law Joe Heier, S.E. West, Albert Pfeifer, and Bill Parker. She is survived by her children: Lori (Charlie) Luman, Wichita; Mark (Lorie) Heier, Grainfield; Barbara (Tim) Lytle, Walden, Colorado; Amy (Steve) Oelke, Ellinwood; and Roger (Stephanie) Heier, Grainfield; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren with another on the way; siblings Ken (Barb) Rieth; Arnie Rieth; Marcella Rieth; Virginia Parker; and sisters-in-law Cheryl Rieth, Betty Rieth, and Louella Heier.

Visitation will be 1-2:30 PM at Mickey Leopold funeral home in Hoxie, KS on Friday March 1, 2024, and also at the St. Agnes Educational Center, Grainfield, KS from 5-7 PM with family present. Rosary will begin at 7 PM and vigil at 7:30 PM. Funeral services will be held at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Grainfield, KS at 10 AM Saturday March 2, 2024, with burial following in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Park, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to Grainfield American Legion Post 301 and St. Agnes Ladies. Memorials may be sent to Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740.

This service will be livestreamed.&nbsp; The link to livestreaming will be found at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Rosella Marie Heier passed away February 22, 2024, at Sheridan County Long Term Care at the age of 88. Rosella was born June 15, 1935, to Frank and Clara (Siebenhaar) Rieth. She met Philip Heier at a square dance, and they were married on August 1, 1961, in Hanover, Kansas. They lived on the farm working to provide for their family. To this union, they had 5 children, Lori, Mark, Barbara, Amy, and Roger.&nbsp;Rosella was an active member of the St. Agnes Ladies, Eucharist Minister, CCD teacher, and Religious Education Coordinator all at the St Agnes Catholic Church. She also worked on the Gove County Election board for many years. Rosella cooked many meals at the American Legion in Grainfield. She also volunteered many meals for area families when a child was born, or there was a death in the family.Rosella’s most important job was being a mom to her five children. She was excellent in the kitchen, in the garden, and behind the sewing machine. She made many bierocks, angel food cakes, pies, cinnamon rolls, and the cookie jar was always full. Rosella canned numerous quarts of dill pickles (Rosella’s dills), vegetables and fruits, made several batches of homemade noodles, and endless jars of choke cherry jelly. She created many quilts, ensuring every grandchild had a blanket for their car and a handmade quilt for high school graduation.Rosella and Phil loved to dance, especially the waltz, and watch Mollie B’s Polka show. Attending sporting events, music programs and Grandparent’s Day was the highlight of their life. Their Catholic faith was very important to them as well as a strong work ethic which was passed on to their kids and grandkids.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Phil, in-laws George and Barbara Heier, brothers Dwayne Rieth, Bernard Rieth, Gary Rieth, sisters-in law Josie West, Katie Heier, Jenny Pfeifer, Trudy Rieth, brothers-in-law Joe Heier, S.E. West, Albert Pfeifer, and Bill Parker. She is survived by her children: Lori (Charlie) Luman, Wichita; Mark (Lorie) Heier, Grainfield; Barbara (Tim) Lytle, Walden, Colorado; Amy (Steve) Oelke, Ellinwood; and Roger (Stephanie) Heier, Grainfield; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren with another on the way; siblings Ken (Barb) Rieth; Arnie Rieth; Marcella Rieth; Virginia Parker; and sisters-in-law Cheryl Rieth, Betty Rieth, and Louella Heier.Visitation will be 1-2:30 PM at Mickey Leopold funeral home in Hoxie, KS on Friday March 1, 2024, and also at the St. Agnes Educational Center, Grainfield, KS from 5-7 PM with family present. Rosary will begin at 7 PM and vigil at 7:30 PM. Funeral services will be held at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Grainfield, KS at 10 AM Saturday March 2, 2024, with burial following in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Park, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to Grainfield American Legion Post 301 and St. Agnes Ladies. Memorials may be sent to Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740.This service will be livestreamed.&nbsp; The link to livestreaming will be found at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Rosella Marie (Rieth) Heier

&nbsp;Carolyn M. “Kay” Anderson, 91, died Monday, February 19, 2024, at High Plains Retirement Village in Lakin, Kansas. She was born May 8, 1932, in Lakin, Kansas, the daughter of Virgil LeRoy &amp; Edith May (Barber) Hubbard.

Kay has lived most of her life in Lakin. She attended Lakin schools and graduated from Lakin High School in 1950. On March 20, 1953, she married Ralph R. Anderson in Las Vegas, New Mexico. A homemaker, Kay was a lifetime member and Elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Lakin. She was also a member of PEO Chapter FQ, the Kearny County Historical Society, and SWKROA. Kay loved to spend her time doing handy work, volunteering at the church, playing Bingo and Sudoku.

Kay is survived by a daughter Sherry &amp; husband George Rapp of Holcomb, KS; a son Mark &amp; wife Suzanne Anderson of Houston, TX; a stepson Ronald &amp; wife Joy Anderson of Jacksonville, FL; a brother Eldon Hubbard of Stockton, MO; one grandson William Rapp of Holcomb, KS; and numerous step-grandchildren, step-greatgrandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Kay is preceded in death by her husband Ralph who died on September 18, 2004. She is also preceded in death by her parents; a stepson Charles Anderson; three brothers Claude Hubbard, Vernon Hubbard, &amp; Lawrence Hubbard; and two sisters Norma Jean Hornbaker and Glenda Amerine.

A private family memorial service will take place at a later date. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given to the First Presbyterian Church of Lakin or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, both in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 91, Lakin, Kansas 67860. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;Carolyn M. “Kay” Anderson, 91, died Monday, February 19, 2024, at High Plains Retirement Village in Lakin, Kansas. She was born May 8, 1932, in Lakin, Kansas, the daughter of Virgil LeRoy &amp; Edith May (Barber) Hubbard.Kay has lived most of her life in Lakin. She attended Lakin schools and graduated from Lakin High School in 1950. On March 20, 1953, she married Ralph R. Anderson in Las Vegas, New Mexico. A homemaker, Kay was a lifetime member and Elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Lakin. She was also a member of PEO Chapter FQ, the Kearny County Historical Society, and SWKROA. Kay loved to spend her time doing handy work, volunteering at the church, playing Bingo and Sudoku.Kay is survived by a daughter Sherry &amp; husband George Rapp of Holcomb, KS; a son Mark &amp; wife Suzanne Anderson of Houston, TX; a stepson Ronald &amp; wife Joy Anderson of Jacksonville, FL; a brother Eldon Hubbard of Stockton, MO; one grandson William Rapp of Holcomb, KS; and numerous step-grandchildren, step-greatgrandchildren, nieces, and nephews.Kay is preceded in death by her husband Ralph who died on September 18, 2004. She is also preceded in death by her parents; a stepson Charles Anderson; three brothers Claude Hubbard, Vernon Hubbard, &amp; Lawrence Hubbard; and two sisters Norma Jean Hornbaker and Glenda Amerine.A private family memorial service will take place at a later date. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given to the First Presbyterian Church of Lakin or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, both in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 91, Lakin, Kansas 67860. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carolyn M. “Kay” Anderson

A full obituary will be posted when available.

<h2>Fred Kirby</h2>March 24, 1941~February 25, 2024(age 82)A full obituary will be posted when available.

Fred Kirby

&nbsp;Karen D. Schueler Sander, age 75, of Victoria, Kansas Passed away&nbsp;unexpectedly&nbsp;on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at HaysMed. Born on September 8, 1948, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Norbert and Luella (Karl) Schueler, Karen's journey was marked by a profound commitment to helping others and a contagious zest for life.

Karen's professional journey was a testament to her compassionate nature. Armed with a Master's Degree in counseling from Fort Hays State University, she dedicated many years to the mental health field, serving at both High Plains Mental Health Center and as an adjunct professor at Fort Hays State University. Her work focused on educating and supporting families and children, as well as military families, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives.

After retiring, Karen's desire to give back continued to shine brightly. She started her own private practice and generously volunteered at the Hays Medical Center gift shop, where her creative flair blossomed in the form of beautiful flower arrangements that brought joy to many.

In addition to her professional pursuits, Karen embraced life with gusto. An avid golfer, she cherished her time on the greens with her husband, Sam, and her ladies golf group, where she also served as president of the Ladies Association at Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course. Karen's love for nature was evident in her passion for gardening, and her nurturing of the wildlife that visited her backyard, providing them with a sanctuary to rest and refresh.

Karen's artistic talents knew no bounds. She delighted in creating arts and crafts for her friends and family, each piece a reflection of her vibrant personality and generous spirit.

Karen's memory will forever be treasured by her beloved husband and companion of 35 years, Sam Sander; her children, Adam Brown of McPherson, KS, Amy Beery of Kansas City, MO, Rebecca Beery of Hays, Bradley Beery of Walker, Charles (Lisa) Beery of Salina, Scott (Traude) Sander of Lexington, South Carolina, Chris (Mike) Loomis of Colorado Springs and Jill (Ryan) Bosch of Windsor, Colorado; Sisters, Nadine Ward of Wichita, KS and Chris (Fred) Gorges of Clearwater, KS; a brother, Jeff Schueler of Columbia, South America; twelve Grandchildren; &nbsp;a niece, Grace Gorges Clearwater, KS and a nephew, Chad Ward, Wichita, KS and a host of relatives and friends whose lives she enriched with her boundless love and compassion.

Karen was a mother to all of the children, offering comfort, guidance, and love without reservation. While we mourn her passing, we take solace in knowing that her spirit lives on in the hearts of all who were touched by her kindness and grace.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis in Victoria, Kansas. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be live streamed on the Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook page accessed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>, select resources then select Facebook Live.

Memorial visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine St. Hays, KS 67601. Tuesday visitation from 9:00 AM until the service time at The Basilica.

A combined vigil and rosary service will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday at Brock's Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date, with donations payable to Sam Sander.

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

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 </figure>&nbsp;Karen D. Schueler Sander, age 75, of Victoria, Kansas Passed away&nbsp;unexpectedly&nbsp;on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at HaysMed. Born on September 8, 1948, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Norbert and Luella (Karl) Schueler, Karen's journey was marked by a profound commitment to helping others and a contagious zest for life.Karen's professional journey was a testament to her compassionate nature. Armed with a Master's Degree in counseling from Fort Hays State University, she dedicated many years to the mental health field, serving at both High Plains Mental Health Center and as an adjunct professor at Fort Hays State University. Her work focused on educating and supporting families and children, as well as military families, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives.After retiring, Karen's desire to give back continued to shine brightly. She started her own private practice and generously volunteered at the Hays Medical Center gift shop, where her creative flair blossomed in the form of beautiful flower arrangements that brought joy to many.In addition to her professional pursuits, Karen embraced life with gusto. An avid golfer, she cherished her time on the greens with her husband, Sam, and her ladies golf group, where she also served as president of the Ladies Association at Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course. Karen's love for nature was evident in her passion for gardening, and her nurturing of the wildlife that visited her backyard, providing them with a sanctuary to rest and refresh.Karen's artistic talents knew no bounds. She delighted in creating arts and crafts for her friends and family, each piece a reflection of her vibrant personality and generous spirit.Karen's memory will forever be treasured by her beloved husband and companion of 35 years, Sam Sander; her children, Adam Brown of McPherson, KS, Amy Beery of Kansas City, MO, Rebecca Beery of Hays, Bradley Beery of Walker, Charles (Lisa) Beery of Salina, Scott (Traude) Sander of Lexington, South Carolina, Chris (Mike) Loomis of Colorado Springs and Jill (Ryan) Bosch of Windsor, Colorado; Sisters, Nadine Ward of Wichita, KS and Chris (Fred) Gorges of Clearwater, KS; a brother, Jeff Schueler of Columbia, South America; twelve Grandchildren; &nbsp;a niece, Grace Gorges Clearwater, KS and a nephew, Chad Ward, Wichita, KS and a host of relatives and friends whose lives she enriched with her boundless love and compassion.Karen was a mother to all of the children, offering comfort, guidance, and love without reservation. While we mourn her passing, we take solace in knowing that her spirit lives on in the hearts of all who were touched by her kindness and grace.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis in Victoria, Kansas. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be live streamed on the Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook page accessed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>, select resources then select Facebook Live.Memorial visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine St. Hays, KS 67601. Tuesday visitation from 9:00 AM until the service time at The Basilica.A combined vigil and rosary service will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday at Brock's Chapel.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date, with donations payable to Sam Sander.Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Karen's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Karen D. Schueler

Ronald "Ron" H. DeVolder, 81, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024. Ron was born June 16, 1942 to Victor A. and Rachel A. (Hemeryck) DeVolder in Detroit, MI. He married Jacquelyn P. (Laquerre) in 1964. Ron was a shop scheduler and worked at Cashco, a valve manufacturer and retired in 2009. Ron was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Parish. He was preceded in death by his parents. Ron is survived by his wife, Jacquelyn DeVolder; sons, James DeVolder, Mark DeVolder, Eric DeVolder, and Jeffrey DeVolder; brother, Norman DeVolder; and 10 grandchildren. No services as cremation was chosen. Inurnment will be private at All Saints Catholic Cemetery. Memorials are to St. Jude

Children's Research Hospital and sent in care of the mortuary. Online condolences visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

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 </figure>Ronald "Ron" H. DeVolder, 81, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024. Ron was born June 16, 1942 to Victor A. and Rachel A. (Hemeryck) DeVolder in Detroit, MI. He married Jacquelyn P. (Laquerre) in 1964. Ron was a shop scheduler and worked at Cashco, a valve manufacturer and retired in 2009. Ron was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Parish. He was preceded in death by his parents. Ron is survived by his wife, Jacquelyn DeVolder; sons, James DeVolder, Mark DeVolder, Eric DeVolder, and Jeffrey DeVolder; brother, Norman DeVolder; and 10 grandchildren. No services as cremation was chosen. Inurnment will be private at All Saints Catholic Cemetery. Memorials are to St. JudeChildren's Research Hospital and sent in care of the mortuary. Online condolences visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

Ronald "Ron" H. DeVolder

Our beloved Mema, Diana Marie "Pelzel" Darnell, 84, of San Antonio Texas, passed away on Feb, 19, 2024 of natural causes.&nbsp;

Diana was born on May 5th 1939 to Alphonse and Mary Pelzel in Hays Kansas. Diana graduated from Hays High School in 1957. In 1958, Diana married William ’Don’ Darnell. Diana and Don went on to have 2 children, Donna Darnell of Clovis New Mexico and Dana Darnell of San Antonio Texas. The two raised their children both abroad and in Clovis New Mexico. During her time in Clovis, Diana worked at Cannon Air Force Base Child Development Center in the Baby Room. Diana loved her babies.&nbsp;

After retirement and the passing of her husband she relocated to Hays Kansas. While in Hays she spent her time reconnecting with family and friends, creating new friendships, going to exercise, trips with her peers, reading, watching Young and the Restless and chatting over the phone with her extended family.&nbsp;

During her last season of life, Diana relocated to San Antonio Texas to be closer to her children and grandchildren.&nbsp;In her last days, she was lovingly tended to by her dear friend of 55 years, Tommie Ray.&nbsp;

Diana was predeceased by her husband Don Darnell and parents Alfonse and Mary Pelzel. She is survived by her brothers Leon, Dave, Steve and Jerry Pelzel, and their extended families. She is also survived by her daughters Donna (Chuck) Darnell and Dana Darnell. Grandchildren Derek Hamilton, Dalon (Erica) Hamilton, Micheal Amanda (Kyle) Esty and Keaton (Samantha) Culligan. As well as Great Grandchildren Tyrin, Kamdyn, Micheala and Oliver. She also leaves behind her faithful dog, Charlie.&nbsp;

A memorial service will be held at The Fort Sam Houston Veteran’s Cemetery in San Antonio Texas. Date to be determined. Family requests that donations in Diana’s name are made to Leukemia Research Foundation Leukemia Research Foundation, 191 Waukegan Rd, Suite 105, Northfield, IL 60093 or&nbsp;<a href="http://leukemiarf.org/">leukemiarf.org</a>

Our beloved Mema, Diana Marie "Pelzel" Darnell, 84, of San Antonio Texas, passed away on Feb, 19, 2024 of natural causes.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Diana was born on May 5th 1939 to Alphonse and Mary Pelzel in Hays Kansas. Diana graduated from Hays High School in 1957. In 1958, Diana married William ’Don’ Darnell. Diana and Don went on to have 2 children, Donna Darnell of Clovis New Mexico and Dana Darnell of San Antonio Texas. The two raised their children both abroad and in Clovis New Mexico. During her time in Clovis, Diana worked at Cannon Air Force Base Child Development Center in the Baby Room. Diana loved her babies.&nbsp;After retirement and the passing of her husband she relocated to Hays Kansas. While in Hays she spent her time reconnecting with family and friends, creating new friendships, going to exercise, trips with her peers, reading, watching Young and the Restless and chatting over the phone with her extended family.&nbsp;During her last season of life, Diana relocated to San Antonio Texas to be closer to her children and grandchildren.&nbsp;In her last days, she was lovingly tended to by her dear friend of 55 years, Tommie Ray.&nbsp;Diana was predeceased by her husband Don Darnell and parents Alfonse and Mary Pelzel. She is survived by her brothers Leon, Dave, Steve and Jerry Pelzel, and their extended families. She is also survived by her daughters Donna (Chuck) Darnell and Dana Darnell. Grandchildren Derek Hamilton, Dalon (Erica) Hamilton, Micheal Amanda (Kyle) Esty and Keaton (Samantha) Culligan. As well as Great Grandchildren Tyrin, Kamdyn, Micheala and Oliver. She also leaves behind her faithful dog, Charlie.&nbsp;A memorial service will be held at The Fort Sam Houston Veteran’s Cemetery in San Antonio Texas. Date to be determined. Family requests that donations in Diana’s name are made to Leukemia Research Foundation Leukemia Research Foundation, 191 Waukegan Rd, Suite 105, Northfield, IL 60093 or&nbsp;<a href="http://leukemiarf.org/">leukemiarf.org</a>

Diana Marie ‘Pelzel’ Darnell

Leslie "Joe" Zachgo, 72, of Ash Grove, Kansas passed away February 19th, 2024, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Joe was born November 18, 1951, in Salina Kansas to Kenneth and Ila (Parli) Zachgo. He was the third of six children. He attended Shiloh, Ash Grove, and Hunter schools before graduating from Sylvan Unified High School in 1969. From there he enrolled in the mechanic program at NCK Vo-Tech, graduating in 1970. While at Vo-Tech, he met Kay Speaks and they were married June 17, 1972, at the First Christian Church in Beloit, KS. Kay and Joe were blessed with 3 children: Jeremiah Joe, Carla Jean, and Cynthia Diane.

Joe was very handy and wore many hats throughout his life. He worked at Thrun Brother's Garage, Quartzite, Kent Manufacturing, and Great Plains Manufacturing. He often reminisced about his days traveling to Colorado for work. Joe loved the mountains. He also ran his own family business harvesting for local farmers each summer and found great joy in sharing this with his family.

Joe volunteered with the Hunter Fire Department for many years. He had a great love for playing the card game Pitch. Joe had the remarkable ability to "shoot the moon" before even picking up his cards, and he rarely went set. Joe was also known for his hard work and helping others with their building projects. He loved welding and working in his shop. Joe always loved seeing and hearing about his grandchildren's adventures and latest achievements as well as sneaking them sweets when their parents weren't looking.

Leslie "Joe" is survived by Kay Zachgo of Cawker City, KS and their 3 children, Jeremiah (Roxy) Zachgo of Lincoln, KS, Carla (Ben) Stevens of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Cynthia (Garret) Wilkison of Cashion, OK; 8 Grandchildren: Desirrae (Brandon) Taylor, Jonah (Secylla) Zachgo, Cheyenne Zachgo (Julian Gonzalez), Baily Zachgo, Audi Luna-Young, Byron Wilkison, Maggie Jo Wilkison and Josephine Stevens; and his great grandchild, Addison Jo Taylor and another great-grandchild due any day. Joe is also survived by his siblings: Connie Lashell, Sandra (Edgar) Brummer, Jim Zachgo, Virginia (Travis) Naylor, and Toni (Royce) Hillegeist. He was proceeded in death by his parents Kenneth and Ila (Parli) Zachgo.

Joe's family would like to thank the staff and physicians at Hays Medical Center. They saw beyond his disease and treated Joe with respect, care, and professionalism. A special thank you also goes to Ashley Schneider; you went above and beyond your professional duties and truly helped our father keep his health as long as possible.

Cards and memorials can be sent to Kay Zachgo, c/o Cynthia Wilkison 433 Azalea NW, Cashion, OK 73016.

A celebration of life will be held at Hunter Community Center, 109 1st St, Hunter, KS 67452 Saturday, March 2nd at 11am.

Leslie "Joe" Zachgo, 72, of Ash Grove, Kansas passed away February 19th, 2024, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Joe was born November 18, 1951, in Salina Kansas to Kenneth and Ila (Parli) Zachgo. He was the third of six children. He attended Shiloh, Ash Grove, and Hunter schools before graduating from Sylvan Unified High School in 1969. From there he enrolled in the mechanic program at NCK Vo-Tech, graduating in 1970. While at Vo-Tech, he met Kay Speaks and they were married June 17, 1972, at the First Christian Church in Beloit, KS. Kay and Joe were blessed with 3 children: Jeremiah Joe, Carla Jean, and Cynthia Diane.Joe was very handy and wore many hats throughout his life. He worked at Thrun Brother's Garage, Quartzite, Kent Manufacturing, and Great Plains Manufacturing. He often reminisced about his days traveling to Colorado for work. Joe loved the mountains. He also ran his own family business harvesting for local farmers each summer and found great joy in sharing this with his family.Joe volunteered with the Hunter Fire Department for many years. He had a great love for playing the card game Pitch. Joe had the remarkable ability to "shoot the moon" before even picking up his cards, and he rarely went set. Joe was also known for his hard work and helping others with their building projects. He loved welding and working in his shop. Joe always loved seeing and hearing about his grandchildren's adventures and latest achievements as well as sneaking them sweets when their parents weren't looking.Leslie "Joe" is survived by Kay Zachgo of Cawker City, KS and their 3 children, Jeremiah (Roxy) Zachgo of Lincoln, KS, Carla (Ben) Stevens of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Cynthia (Garret) Wilkison of Cashion, OK; 8 Grandchildren: Desirrae (Brandon) Taylor, Jonah (Secylla) Zachgo, Cheyenne Zachgo (Julian Gonzalez), Baily Zachgo, Audi Luna-Young, Byron Wilkison, Maggie Jo Wilkison and Josephine Stevens; and his great grandchild, Addison Jo Taylor and another great-grandchild due any day. Joe is also survived by his siblings: Connie Lashell, Sandra (Edgar) Brummer, Jim Zachgo, Virginia (Travis) Naylor, and Toni (Royce) Hillegeist. He was proceeded in death by his parents Kenneth and Ila (Parli) Zachgo.Joe's family would like to thank the staff and physicians at Hays Medical Center. They saw beyond his disease and treated Joe with respect, care, and professionalism. A special thank you also goes to Ashley Schneider; you went above and beyond your professional duties and truly helped our father keep his health as long as possible.Cards and memorials can be sent to Kay Zachgo, c/o Cynthia Wilkison 433 Azalea NW, Cashion, OK 73016.A celebration of life will be held at Hunter Community Center, 109 1st St, Hunter, KS 67452 Saturday, March 2nd at 11am.

Leslie "Joe" Zachgo

Alice Faye Searight, 75, of Phillipsburg, Kansas passed on February 16th, 2024, in her daughter’s home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Alice was born on May 7th, 1948, in Phillipsburg, Kansas to Clarence Elvin and Winifred Arlene Kendall. She was the seventh of eight siblings.

Alice spent most of her life living and working in Phillipsburg, Kansas. &nbsp;She spent decades working as a cook at the Colonial Restaurant, later known as the Branding Iron. She was very well known by truckers and hunters throughout the country who traveled to and from Phillipsburg for her incredible pancakes and breakfasts she prepared in the restaurant. &nbsp;

Alice had a passion for aiding in the protection of abused animals in shelters by making many charitable donations to animal advocacy groups over the years. She rescued her own dogs, Pepper, Ally, and many others from these very shelters.&nbsp;

Touring the United States by motorcycle with her husband, George, was a favorite pastime of Her’s. She also loved to spend summers traveling across the states with her daughter and granddaughters to places like Yellowstone, Yosemite, Mesa Verde, the Grand Canyon and taking cruises to the Bahamas.&nbsp;

Alice was preceded in death by her first husband Stephen John Brinson; parents Clarence and Winifred; sisters Bessie Arlene Schumacher, Donna Rae Smith, Connie Kaye Iverson, Clara Joyce Kendall, and Cleta Luella Kendall; one brother Glenn Gerald Kendall; two nieces and two nephews.

Alice is survived by her daughter Cerena Marie Paterson and son-in-law Jeff Paterson of Colorado Springs, CO; granddaughters Alexis Marion Paterson and Kendal Marie Paterson of Grand Junction, CO; husband George Searight of Phillipsburg, KS; brother Wilbur Eugene Kendall and his wife Karmen of Phillipsburg, KS; brothers-in-law Roy Lee Smith, Henry Searight and wife Karen, Frank Searight and wife Camilla; sisters in law Vicki Kendall, Dorothy Larkin, Mary Stets; one niece and seven nephews; and many great nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Monday, Feb. 26 at 10:30 a.m. in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating. &nbsp;The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.

Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Saturday and Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with the family receiving friends from 3:00 to 5:00 Sunday.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of the High Plains.

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 </figure>Alice Faye Searight, 75, of Phillipsburg, Kansas passed on February 16th, 2024, in her daughter’s home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Alice was born on May 7th, 1948, in Phillipsburg, Kansas to Clarence Elvin and Winifred Arlene Kendall. She was the seventh of eight siblings.Alice spent most of her life living and working in Phillipsburg, Kansas. &nbsp;She spent decades working as a cook at the Colonial Restaurant, later known as the Branding Iron. She was very well known by truckers and hunters throughout the country who traveled to and from Phillipsburg for her incredible pancakes and breakfasts she prepared in the restaurant. &nbsp;Alice had a passion for aiding in the protection of abused animals in shelters by making many charitable donations to animal advocacy groups over the years. She rescued her own dogs, Pepper, Ally, and many others from these very shelters.&nbsp;Touring the United States by motorcycle with her husband, George, was a favorite pastime of Her’s. She also loved to spend summers traveling across the states with her daughter and granddaughters to places like Yellowstone, Yosemite, Mesa Verde, the Grand Canyon and taking cruises to the Bahamas.&nbsp;Alice was preceded in death by her first husband Stephen John Brinson; parents Clarence and Winifred; sisters Bessie Arlene Schumacher, Donna Rae Smith, Connie Kaye Iverson, Clara Joyce Kendall, and Cleta Luella Kendall; one brother Glenn Gerald Kendall; two nieces and two nephews.Alice is survived by her daughter Cerena Marie Paterson and son-in-law Jeff Paterson of Colorado Springs, CO; granddaughters Alexis Marion Paterson and Kendal Marie Paterson of Grand Junction, CO; husband George Searight of Phillipsburg, KS; brother Wilbur Eugene Kendall and his wife Karmen of Phillipsburg, KS; brothers-in-law Roy Lee Smith, Henry Searight and wife Karen, Frank Searight and wife Camilla; sisters in law Vicki Kendall, Dorothy Larkin, Mary Stets; one niece and seven nephews; and many great nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held Monday, Feb. 26 at 10:30 a.m. in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating. &nbsp;The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Saturday and Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with the family receiving friends from 3:00 to 5:00 Sunday.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of the High Plains.

Alice Searight

Carlynn Neil Foos was born July 8, 1934, on the farm near Bazine, Kansas and passed away February 20, 2024, at the age of 89. &nbsp;He was born to Elmer and Lydia (Fech) Foos. &nbsp;He attended grades 1 – 8 at Belles Letters country school and graduated from Bazine High School in 1952. &nbsp;

He worked multiple jobs from graduation until 1957 when he was drafted on April 1, 1957, into the United States Army. &nbsp;In January 1958, he completed Airborne School at Fort Campbell Kentucky and earned his parachutist badge. &nbsp;He was honorably discharged January 8, 1959, and was part of the 1st Airborne Battle Group 506th Infantry Company E.

He later became a small aircraft pilot and completed his solo flight November 22, 1966. &nbsp;He continued to fly until 1984 when he sold his airplane.

He was a terracing contractor, farmer, and cattleman. &nbsp;He began his life- long career of working to conserve the soil and stopping soil erosion in 1959 with his brother, Dennis, when they started their terracing company. &nbsp;Carlynn then started CLM Construction in 1968 which he continued to own and operate for the next 50 years.&nbsp;

He married Letty Dietz (Anspaugh) on September 4, 1967. &nbsp;He spent many hours at the Ness City Bowling Alley helping Letty with mechanical duties and other issues that arose until it was sold in 1985. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on May 19, 2005. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include one daughter, Mechelle (Jeff Weishaar) Nortonville, KS; stepdaughter, Toni (Ron) Ochs, Grand Island, NE; step grandson, Benjamin Ochs, Lincoln, NE and his companion Carol Klitzke. &nbsp;Other survivors include sisters, Nancy Alsop, Kathryn Foos, and brother, Lowell Foos.

Preceding him in death were his wife Letty, his parents, brother Dennis Foos, and sisters Donavee Shaw and Frances Kimple.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, KS with interment to follow at the Ness City Cemetery. &nbsp;Viewing will be at the funeral home on Friday, February 23, from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with the family present from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.

Memorials can be made to the Carlynn Foos Memorial Fund.

Words of comfort and support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook.

Carlynn Neil Foos was born July 8, 1934, on the farm near Bazine, Kansas and passed away February 20, 2024, at the age of 89. &nbsp;He was born to Elmer and Lydia (Fech) Foos. &nbsp;He attended grades 1 – 8 at Belles Letters country school and graduated from Bazine High School in 1952. &nbsp;He worked multiple jobs from graduation until 1957 when he was drafted on April 1, 1957, into the United States Army. &nbsp;In January 1958, he completed Airborne School at Fort Campbell Kentucky and earned his parachutist badge. &nbsp;He was honorably discharged January 8, 1959, and was part of the 1st Airborne Battle Group 506th Infantry Company E.He later became a small aircraft pilot and completed his solo flight November 22, 1966. &nbsp;He continued to fly until 1984 when he sold his airplane.He was a terracing contractor, farmer, and cattleman. &nbsp;He began his life- long career of working to conserve the soil and stopping soil erosion in 1959 with his brother, Dennis, when they started their terracing company. &nbsp;Carlynn then started CLM Construction in 1968 which he continued to own and operate for the next 50 years.&nbsp;He married Letty Dietz (Anspaugh) on September 4, 1967. &nbsp;He spent many hours at the Ness City Bowling Alley helping Letty with mechanical duties and other issues that arose until it was sold in 1985. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on May 19, 2005. &nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include one daughter, Mechelle (Jeff Weishaar) Nortonville, KS; stepdaughter, Toni (Ron) Ochs, Grand Island, NE; step grandson, Benjamin Ochs, Lincoln, NE and his companion Carol Klitzke. &nbsp;Other survivors include sisters, Nancy Alsop, Kathryn Foos, and brother, Lowell Foos.Preceding him in death were his wife Letty, his parents, brother Dennis Foos, and sisters Donavee Shaw and Frances Kimple.Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, KS with interment to follow at the Ness City Cemetery. &nbsp;Viewing will be at the funeral home on Friday, February 23, from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with the family present from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.Memorials can be made to the Carlynn Foos Memorial Fund.Words of comfort and support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook.

Carlynn Neil Foos

Ronald Francis Brenner, age 63, died at his home on February 22, 2024. &nbsp;He was born on June 30, 1960, in Larned, Kansas, the son of Benedict and Margaret (Klug) Brenner.

Ron graduated from Thomas Moore Preparatory School, Hays and then went on to attend Kansas State University where he received his bachelor’s degree. &nbsp;Ron was a farmer and rancher working with his family on the farm. &nbsp;He also worked to help people secure loans with Farmer’s Bank and Trust in Bazine. &nbsp;Ron was a member of the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City where he was also a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. &nbsp;Ron played bass and was the lead vocal for the bands, Over the Limit and the Moody Hooters. Ron was a proud supporter of President Donald Trump and has many canceled checks to prove it. &nbsp;When Ron wasn’t busy in the bank, operating a tractor, working cattle, or entertaining crowds. He enjoyed fishing, drives, and trips or as he put it “wherever the pickup will take us” with Kristi and other family members.

Ron is survived by his longtime companion and sweetheart, Kristi Gerstner of Ness City; seven siblings, Rhonda Stramel and her husband, Glenn, of Munjor, Darrell and his wife, Barbara, of Ness City, Gary and his wife, Marya, of Beeler, Douglas of Oakley, Randell and his wife, Kathy, of Ness City, Carolyn Durler and her husband, Claude, of Dodge City, and Diane Drewes and her husband, Cedric, of Dodge City; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Margaret.

A rosary will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 6:30 p.m. followed by visitation at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City. &nbsp;A Memorial Mass will be held at the Sacred Heart Church on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 11:00 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life reception. The family requests that everyone wear casual or K-State attire.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Donald Trump 45 &amp; 47 campaign, K-State Alumni or the Christ Pilot Me Hill.

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 </figure>Ronald Francis Brenner, age 63, died at his home on February 22, 2024. &nbsp;He was born on June 30, 1960, in Larned, Kansas, the son of Benedict and Margaret (Klug) Brenner.Ron graduated from Thomas Moore Preparatory School, Hays and then went on to attend Kansas State University where he received his bachelor’s degree. &nbsp;Ron was a farmer and rancher working with his family on the farm. &nbsp;He also worked to help people secure loans with Farmer’s Bank and Trust in Bazine. &nbsp;Ron was a member of the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City where he was also a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. &nbsp;Ron played bass and was the lead vocal for the bands, Over the Limit and the Moody Hooters. Ron was a proud supporter of President Donald Trump and has many canceled checks to prove it. &nbsp;When Ron wasn’t busy in the bank, operating a tractor, working cattle, or entertaining crowds. He enjoyed fishing, drives, and trips or as he put it “wherever the pickup will take us” with Kristi and other family members.Ron is survived by his longtime companion and sweetheart, Kristi Gerstner of Ness City; seven siblings, Rhonda Stramel and her husband, Glenn, of Munjor, Darrell and his wife, Barbara, of Ness City, Gary and his wife, Marya, of Beeler, Douglas of Oakley, Randell and his wife, Kathy, of Ness City, Carolyn Durler and her husband, Claude, of Dodge City, and Diane Drewes and her husband, Cedric, of Dodge City; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Margaret.A rosary will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 6:30 p.m. followed by visitation at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City. &nbsp;A Memorial Mass will be held at the Sacred Heart Church on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 11:00 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life reception. The family requests that everyone wear casual or K-State attire.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Donald Trump 45 &amp; 47 campaign, K-State Alumni or the Christ Pilot Me Hill.

Ronald Francis Brenner

Michael Warren Donner passed away at his home on February 7, 2024.

Michael was born on July 9, 1964, in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska. He was born to Anna Belle Phillips and Galen Donner. Michael grew up in and attended school in Goodland, Kansas where he graduated with the class of 1982. Michael's hobby was collecting comic books and electronic gaming consoles. He loved all things Marvel, Sci-Fi and 80's. He worked over the years as a line cook and dishwasher at Husky, Apple Trail, and Holiday Inn. He spent the last 6 years working at McDonald's in Goodland.

Michael enjoyed spending his spare time with his many adopted nieces and nephews. He is survived by his mother Anna Belle of Goodland and his adopted family of 38 years.

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Michael-Donner/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Michael-Donner/1069737/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Michael Warren Donner, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Michael-Donner/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Michael Warren Donner passed away at his home on February 7, 2024.Michael was born on July 9, 1964, in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska. He was born to Anna Belle Phillips and Galen Donner. Michael grew up in and attended school in Goodland, Kansas where he graduated with the class of 1982. Michael's hobby was collecting comic books and electronic gaming consoles. He loved all things Marvel, Sci-Fi and 80's. He worked over the years as a line cook and dishwasher at Husky, Apple Trail, and Holiday Inn. He spent the last 6 years working at McDonald's in Goodland.Michael enjoyed spending his spare time with his many adopted nieces and nephews. He is survived by his mother Anna Belle of Goodland and his adopted family of 38 years.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Michael-Donner/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Michael-Donner/1069737/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Michael Warren Donner, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Michael-Donner/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Michael Warren Donner

Mary Elizabeth Stinemetz, 95, passed away February 22, 2024 in Inman, Kansas.

She was born February 18, 1929 in Palmer, Kansas; the daughter of Marsh P. and Helen Stine Anderson. She was a farmwife and homemaker.

She was a member of Maranatha Church, Hutchinson and a former member of Hodgeman Community Church and Faith Fellowship Church. &nbsp;Mary taught Sunday School and enjoyed helping with Bible School.

On June 13, 1948, she married Elmer Lee Stinemetz in Clifton, Kansas. &nbsp;He passed away July 28, 2017.

Survivors include: four sons, Alan (Donna) Stinemetz, Hanston, KS, Randall (Janet) Stinemetz, Topeka, KS, Cecil (Nona) Stinemetz, Inman, KS, Philip (Warene) Stinemetz, Olathe, KS; daughter, Carolyn (Loren) Youngers, LaVeta, CO; sister, Barb Lachman, Belleville, KS; seventeen grandchildren and thirty-six great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; daughter, Marlene Miller; &nbsp;brother, Milton Anderson and a great granddaughter, Madison Cunningham.

Funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 26, 2024 at Maranatha Church, Hutchinson with Pastor Paul Nisly presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Maranatha Church, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Burial will be at 3 p.m. Monday, February 26, 2024 at Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett, Kansas with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Samaritan’s Purse or Maranatha Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Mary Elizabeth Stinemetz, 95, passed away February 22, 2024 in Inman, Kansas.She was born February 18, 1929 in Palmer, Kansas; the daughter of Marsh P. and Helen Stine Anderson. She was a farmwife and homemaker.She was a member of Maranatha Church, Hutchinson and a former member of Hodgeman Community Church and Faith Fellowship Church. &nbsp;Mary taught Sunday School and enjoyed helping with Bible School.On June 13, 1948, she married Elmer Lee Stinemetz in Clifton, Kansas. &nbsp;He passed away July 28, 2017.Survivors include: four sons, Alan (Donna) Stinemetz, Hanston, KS, Randall (Janet) Stinemetz, Topeka, KS, Cecil (Nona) Stinemetz, Inman, KS, Philip (Warene) Stinemetz, Olathe, KS; daughter, Carolyn (Loren) Youngers, LaVeta, CO; sister, Barb Lachman, Belleville, KS; seventeen grandchildren and thirty-six great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; daughter, Marlene Miller; &nbsp;brother, Milton Anderson and a great granddaughter, Madison Cunningham.Funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 26, 2024 at Maranatha Church, Hutchinson with Pastor Paul Nisly presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Maranatha Church, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Burial will be at 3 p.m. Monday, February 26, 2024 at Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett, Kansas with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Samaritan’s Purse or Maranatha Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Mary Elizabeth Stinemetz

Gayle Mildred Axton Crossman passed away quietly at her home in Homer, Alaska, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at the age of 88.

Gayle was born February 9, 1936, in Pueblo Colorado to James Merritt Axton and Fern Myrtle Stapleton. She was the third of six children.

On June 18, 1955, she married her life partner, Verl Jr Crossman. They met at Kirk’s Drive-In in Orem, Utah, where Gayle worked. They were the parents of three children, one boy and two girls.

The family lived much of their life in the city of Fairfield in Utah County before moving to Kansas. They returned to Utah briefly before eventually moving back to Kansas.

Gayle will be remembered for the great love she had for everyone. For a while, Gayle served as a preacher in the Church of the Nazarene. She also delivered Meals on Wheels to seniors in Provo, Utah during the 1980s.

Gayle lived in Kansas until the death of her husband, Verl on June 29, 2020. Following his death, Gayle moved with her daughter, Fern, to Homer Alaska, where she lived out the rest of her life.

Gayle is survived by a sister, Joyce Axton Jensen, and sister-in-law, Nora Axton; son, Verl Thomas Crossman (Monda) Shallow Water, Kansas, and daughters, Cherie Bishop (Thomas) American Fork, Utah, and Fern Crossman, Homer, Alaska. She is also survived by four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, James Ralph Axton, Baby Boy Axton, Ronald Axton, and sister, Darlene Axton.

A graveside service will be held in Kansas on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. CST (1:00 p.m. MST) at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas. Services will be live-streamed at the following link: &nbsp;<a href="https://evt.live/gcrossman">https://evt.live/gcrossman</a>

Memorial may be made to the Shriner's Hospital in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Gayle Mildred Axton Crossman passed away quietly at her home in Homer, Alaska, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at the age of 88.Gayle was born February 9, 1936, in Pueblo Colorado to James Merritt Axton and Fern Myrtle Stapleton. She was the third of six children.On June 18, 1955, she married her life partner, Verl Jr Crossman. They met at Kirk’s Drive-In in Orem, Utah, where Gayle worked. They were the parents of three children, one boy and two girls.The family lived much of their life in the city of Fairfield in Utah County before moving to Kansas. They returned to Utah briefly before eventually moving back to Kansas.Gayle will be remembered for the great love she had for everyone. For a while, Gayle served as a preacher in the Church of the Nazarene. She also delivered Meals on Wheels to seniors in Provo, Utah during the 1980s.Gayle lived in Kansas until the death of her husband, Verl on June 29, 2020. Following his death, Gayle moved with her daughter, Fern, to Homer Alaska, where she lived out the rest of her life.Gayle is survived by a sister, Joyce Axton Jensen, and sister-in-law, Nora Axton; son, Verl Thomas Crossman (Monda) Shallow Water, Kansas, and daughters, Cherie Bishop (Thomas) American Fork, Utah, and Fern Crossman, Homer, Alaska. She is also survived by four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, James Ralph Axton, Baby Boy Axton, Ronald Axton, and sister, Darlene Axton.A graveside service will be held in Kansas on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. CST (1:00 p.m. MST) at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas. Services will be live-streamed at the following link: &nbsp;<a href="https://evt.live/gcrossman">https://evt.live/gcrossman</a>Memorial may be made to the Shriner's Hospital in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.&nbsp;

Gayle Mildred Axton Crossman

Norman Dale Rajewski – age 58, of Cheney, Kansas, passed
away February 16, 2024.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born February 21, 1965,&nbsp;to
Vernon Eugene and Albertine (Pfeifer) Rajewski.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He was a former Key Construction
employee and a 25 year volunteer fire fighter with the Cheney Fire Department.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Norman is survived by his sons,
Nathan; William; Jonathan; his former wife, and mother of his children, Mary;
his mother, Albertine Rajewski; his brother,&nbsp;Frank Rajewski and wife,
Katie; his sisters, Patricia Munk; Theresa Herman, and husband, Norbert; his
brother in law, Leonard Weber and wife, Donna.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by
his Father, Vernon Eugene Rajewski; and his sister, Rose Mary Weber; his
grandparents, Frank and Marie (Wittman) Rajewski; and Anthony and Rosa
(Dreiling) Pfeifer. &nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Recitation of the Rosary will be
said at 10:00 A.M. Monday, &nbsp;February 26, 2024, followed by A Mass of
Christian Burial &nbsp;at 10:30 A.M. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, in
Mt. Vernon, Kansas.&nbsp; Services are conducted by Wulf – Ast Mortuary.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In lieu of flowers memorials may be
sent to: Cheney Fire Department, 525 N Main St., Cheney KS 67025.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Graveside Services and Inurnment
will be at 3:30 P.M. Monday, February 26, 2024, at St, Boniface Cemetery,
Vincent Kansas with Father James Moster officiating.&nbsp; Local services are
entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas
6761.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Norman Dale Rajewski – age 58, of Cheney, Kansas, passed
away February 16, 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born February 21, 1965,&nbsp;to
Vernon Eugene and Albertine (Pfeifer) Rajewski.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He was a former Key Construction
employee and a 25 year volunteer fire fighter with the Cheney Fire Department.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Norman is survived by his sons,
Nathan; William; Jonathan; his former wife, and mother of his children, Mary;
his mother, Albertine Rajewski; his brother,&nbsp;Frank Rajewski and wife,
Katie; his sisters, Patricia Munk; Theresa Herman, and husband, Norbert; his
brother in law, Leonard Weber and wife, Donna.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by
his Father, Vernon Eugene Rajewski; and his sister, Rose Mary Weber; his
grandparents, Frank and Marie (Wittman) Rajewski; and Anthony and Rosa
(Dreiling) Pfeifer. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Recitation of the Rosary will be
said at 10:00 A.M. Monday, &nbsp;February 26, 2024, followed by A Mass of
Christian Burial &nbsp;at 10:30 A.M. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, in
Mt. Vernon, Kansas.&nbsp; Services are conducted by Wulf – Ast Mortuary.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In lieu of flowers memorials may be
sent to: Cheney Fire Department, 525 N Main St., Cheney KS 67025.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Graveside Services and Inurnment
will be at 3:30 P.M. Monday, February 26, 2024, at St, Boniface Cemetery,
Vincent Kansas with Father James Moster officiating.&nbsp; Local services are
entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas
6761.&nbsp;

Norman Dale Rajewski

Clarence Braun Jr. – age 83, of Victoria, Kansas passed away
on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born April 19, 1940, the
fourth child of eight children to Clarence P. and Pauline (Hammerschmidt)
Braun.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clarence grew up on the family farm
three miles northwest of Victoria.&nbsp; He learned farming chores at an early
age and was a hard worker.&nbsp; He worked for the City of Victoria for 16
years in the sanitation department and attended school in Victoria.&nbsp; He
was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis.

&nbsp;&nbsp; His survivors include his brothers, Leroy Braun
and wife, JoAnn, Victoria, KS; Wayne Braun and wife, Edie, Hays, KS; Allen
Braun and wife Patti, Claremore, OK; his sister, Lorita Berens and husband,
Ron, Great Bend, KS; his brother-in-law, Tony Leiker, Wichita, KS; and several
nieces and nephews.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clarence was preceded in death by
his parents, Clarence P. and Pauline Braun; his sisters, Jeanette Leiker; and
Mary Jane Unrein; and his infant sister, Darlene Braun.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial
will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 26, 2024, at The Basilica of &nbsp;St.
Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave., Victoria, Kansas with celebrant, Father James
Moster O.F.M. Cap.

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 </figure>Clarence Braun Jr. – age 83, of Victoria, Kansas passed away
on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born April 19, 1940, the
fourth child of eight children to Clarence P. and Pauline (Hammerschmidt)
Braun.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clarence grew up on the family farm
three miles northwest of Victoria.&nbsp; He learned farming chores at an early
age and was a hard worker.&nbsp; He worked for the City of Victoria for 16
years in the sanitation department and attended school in Victoria.&nbsp; He
was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp;&nbsp; His survivors include his brothers, Leroy Braun
and wife, JoAnn, Victoria, KS; Wayne Braun and wife, Edie, Hays, KS; Allen
Braun and wife Patti, Claremore, OK; his sister, Lorita Berens and husband,
Ron, Great Bend, KS; his brother-in-law, Tony Leiker, Wichita, KS; and several
nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clarence was preceded in death by
his parents, Clarence P. and Pauline Braun; his sisters, Jeanette Leiker; and
Mary Jane Unrein; and his infant sister, Darlene Braun.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial
will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 26, 2024, at The Basilica of &nbsp;St.
Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave., Victoria, Kansas with celebrant, Father James
Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Visitation will be from 10:00 to
11:00 A.M. Monday, with a family rosary at 10:45 A.M.&nbsp;all at The Basilica
of St. Fidelis.&nbsp; The burial will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria,
Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family suggests memorial
made payable to: The Basilica of St. Fidelis in care of Clines-Keithley
Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.

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