Cinthia Josefina Ramirez-Ramirez, 32, passed away January 27, 2024, at University of Kansas Health Systems -ER, Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on March 19, 1991, in Durango, Mexico, to Martin and Concepcion Ramirez. On November 16, 2012, she married Jorge Ramirez in Great Bend, Kansas.

A resident of Great Bend the majority of her life, Cinthia was a homemaker. She enjoyed crafting and spending time with her daughter.&nbsp;

Survivors include her husband of Great Bend; daughter, Illiana Ramirez of Great Bend; her parents of Great Bend; a brother, Aaron Ramirez of Great Bend; two sisters, Paola Ramirez of Wichita and Priscilla Ramirez of Great Bend; and numerous extended family and friends.

She is preceded in death by a brother, Fernando Ramirez.

Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 2, 2024, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Cesar Regalado presiding. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to the Illiana Ramirez Education Fund or Cinthia Ramirez Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Cinthia Josefina Ramírez-Ramírez, de 32 años, falleció el 27 de enero de 2024 en University of Kansas Health Systems -ER, Great Bend, Kansas. Nació el 19 de marzo de 1991 en Durango, México, hija de Martín y Concepción Ramírez. El 16 de noviembre del 2012 se casó con Jorge Ramírez en Great Bend, Kansas.

Residente de Great Bend la mayor parte de su vida, Cinthia fue ama de casa. Le gustaba hacer manualidades y pasar tiempo con su hija.

Entre los sobrevivientes se encuentran su esposo de Great Bend; hija, Illiana Ramírez de Great Bend; sus padres de Great Bend; un hermano, Aarón Ramírez de Great Bend; dos hermanas, Paola Ramírez de Wichita y Priscilla Ramírez de Great Bend; y numerosos familiares y amigos.

Le precede en la muerte un hermano, Fernando Ramírez.

El velorio se llevará a cabo desde el mediodía hasta las 8:00 p.m., el jueves 1 de febrero de 2024, en Bryant Funeral Home. El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo a las 2:00 p.m. del viernes 2 de febrero de 2024 en Bryant Funeral Home, presidido por el pastor César Regalado. &nbsp;El entierro seguirá en el cementerio Great Bend North. &nbsp;Los memoriales han sido designados al Fondo de Educación Illiana Ramírez o al Fondo de Gastos de Cinthia Ramírez, a cargo de la Funeraria Bryant.

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 </figure>Cinthia Josefina Ramirez-Ramirez, 32, passed away January 27, 2024, at University of Kansas Health Systems -ER, Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on March 19, 1991, in Durango, Mexico, to Martin and Concepcion Ramirez. On November 16, 2012, she married Jorge Ramirez in Great Bend, Kansas.A resident of Great Bend the majority of her life, Cinthia was a homemaker. She enjoyed crafting and spending time with her daughter.&nbsp;Survivors include her husband of Great Bend; daughter, Illiana Ramirez of Great Bend; her parents of Great Bend; a brother, Aaron Ramirez of Great Bend; two sisters, Paola Ramirez of Wichita and Priscilla Ramirez of Great Bend; and numerous extended family and friends.She is preceded in death by a brother, Fernando Ramirez.Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 2, 2024, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Cesar Regalado presiding. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to the Illiana Ramirez Education Fund or Cinthia Ramirez Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;Cinthia Josefina Ramírez-Ramírez, de 32 años, falleció el 27 de enero de 2024 en University of Kansas Health Systems -ER, Great Bend, Kansas. Nació el 19 de marzo de 1991 en Durango, México, hija de Martín y Concepción Ramírez. El 16 de noviembre del 2012 se casó con Jorge Ramírez en Great Bend, Kansas.Residente de Great Bend la mayor parte de su vida, Cinthia fue ama de casa. Le gustaba hacer manualidades y pasar tiempo con su hija.Entre los sobrevivientes se encuentran su esposo de Great Bend; hija, Illiana Ramírez de Great Bend; sus padres de Great Bend; un hermano, Aarón Ramírez de Great Bend; dos hermanas, Paola Ramírez de Wichita y Priscilla Ramírez de Great Bend; y numerosos familiares y amigos.Le precede en la muerte un hermano, Fernando Ramírez.El velorio se llevará a cabo desde el mediodía hasta las 8:00 p.m., el jueves 1 de febrero de 2024, en Bryant Funeral Home. El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo a las 2:00 p.m. del viernes 2 de febrero de 2024 en Bryant Funeral Home, presidido por el pastor César Regalado. &nbsp;El entierro seguirá en el cementerio Great Bend North. &nbsp;Los memoriales han sido designados al Fondo de Educación Illiana Ramírez o al Fondo de Gastos de Cinthia Ramírez, a cargo de la Funeraria Bryant.

Cinthia Josefina Ramirez-Ramirez

Roy “Joe” Southard, 82, left this Earth peacefully surrounded by love and family on January 25, 2024, to be with our Heavenly Father. He was brought into this world on March 27, 1941, in Hutchinson, Kansas, by his mother, Claudie “Dolly” (Gough) Southard and father, George Southard. Joe met the love of his life, Loretta Ohnmacht, in 1958, and they married in 1961 at St. Ann Catholic Church in Olmitz and were together 62 years.

Joe was a lifelong resident of Great Bend. He was CEO of Southard Corporation, and was co-owners of Central Kansas Commercials, Concept Commercials, L3 Energy, Midwest Rentals, and Southard Donovan Family Farms. Joe believed in hard work and dedicated his life to his family and his businesses. He was a proud and devoted father and grandfather, with his favorite pastime as being able to spend time with his kids, grandkids, and his new great-grandsons.

He is survived by his wife of the home; son, Michael Southard and wife RaShann of Great Bend; grandsons, Dr. Kristopher Southard and wife Jordyn of Kansas City, Missouri, Kade Southard of Lawrence, Kansas, Joey Wenberg and wife Allie of Denver, Colorado; granddaughter, Elizabeth Wenberg of Overland Park, Kansas; great-grandsons, Callan Southard and Charlie Wenberg; sister, Sharon Erwin of Wichita, Kansas; son-in-law, Todd Wenberg of Scottsdale, Arizona; and sister-in-law, Mary Southard of Coral Springs, Florida.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Lauri Wenberg; granddaughter, Kirstin Wenberg; his parents, George and Dolly Southard; brother, Gary Southard; and brother-in-law, Bert Erwin.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024, with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Vigil service and rosary will take place at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday,&nbsp;February 2, 2024, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parapanattu and Father Bob Schremmer presiding. Interment will immediately follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to Holy Family School Endowment or Hands of Hope Rescue, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Roy “Joe” Southard, 82, left this Earth peacefully surrounded by love and family on January 25, 2024, to be with our Heavenly Father. He was brought into this world on March 27, 1941, in Hutchinson, Kansas, by his mother, Claudie “Dolly” (Gough) Southard and father, George Southard. Joe met the love of his life, Loretta Ohnmacht, in 1958, and they married in 1961 at St. Ann Catholic Church in Olmitz and were together 62 years.Joe was a lifelong resident of Great Bend. He was CEO of Southard Corporation, and was co-owners of Central Kansas Commercials, Concept Commercials, L3 Energy, Midwest Rentals, and Southard Donovan Family Farms. Joe believed in hard work and dedicated his life to his family and his businesses. He was a proud and devoted father and grandfather, with his favorite pastime as being able to spend time with his kids, grandkids, and his new great-grandsons.He is survived by his wife of the home; son, Michael Southard and wife RaShann of Great Bend; grandsons, Dr. Kristopher Southard and wife Jordyn of Kansas City, Missouri, Kade Southard of Lawrence, Kansas, Joey Wenberg and wife Allie of Denver, Colorado; granddaughter, Elizabeth Wenberg of Overland Park, Kansas; great-grandsons, Callan Southard and Charlie Wenberg; sister, Sharon Erwin of Wichita, Kansas; son-in-law, Todd Wenberg of Scottsdale, Arizona; and sister-in-law, Mary Southard of Coral Springs, Florida.He is preceded in death by his daughter, Lauri Wenberg; granddaughter, Kirstin Wenberg; his parents, George and Dolly Southard; brother, Gary Southard; and brother-in-law, Bert Erwin.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, February 1, 2024, with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Vigil service and rosary will take place at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday,&nbsp;February 2, 2024, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parapanattu and Father Bob Schremmer presiding. Interment will immediately follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to Holy Family School Endowment or Hands of Hope Rescue, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Roy “Joe” Southard

Nellie Ann Boese, 88, passed away January 29, 2024, at University of Kansas Health Systems, Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on September 25, 1935, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Cash and Nellie (Poland) Doty. On June 3, 1956, she was married to Ronald Boese at the First Church of the Nazarene in Great Bend, Kansas. He passed on July 31, 1981.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Nellie spent most her working years as an associate at Walmart. In her younger years, she worked at the Barton County Courthouse as well as a seamstress in Ellinwood. Nellie was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene. A lifelong voracious reader, in her teenage years she was recognized for reading every book in the Great Bend Public Library. Nellie also enjoyed sewing, playing bingo, cheering on the Kansas City Royals, and especially spending time with family, particularly her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include two sons, Clayton Boese and wife Connie of Lyons, and Thomas Boese and wife Donna of Cimarron; two daughters, Kelly White and husband Tom of Great Bend, and Cynthia Boese of Pratt; eight grandchildren, Kory Teliske and wife Jenna, Chasity Woods and husband Jason, Jason Boese and wife Tandy, Tiffany Strickland and husband James, Jonathan Boese and wife Rachel, Teresa Powelson and husband Shawn, Tammi Cale and husband Cody, and Tarra Foster and husband Jeremy; thirty great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Betty Shelton of Cunningham and Ruth Evans of Attica.

She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents; grandson, Keith Teliske; brother, Frank Doty; and four sisters, Laura Viola Wagner, Sarah Jane Mayes, Amy Densmore, and Molly Likens.

Visitation will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 31, 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 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 1, 2024, at the First Church of the Nazarene with Pastors Josh and Amy Foster presiding. Interment will follow at Dundee Valley Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the First Church of the Nazarene or Great Bend Public Library, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Nellie Ann Boese, 88, passed away January 29, 2024, at University of Kansas Health Systems, Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on September 25, 1935, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Cash and Nellie (Poland) Doty. On June 3, 1956, she was married to Ronald Boese at the First Church of the Nazarene in Great Bend, Kansas. He passed on July 31, 1981.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Nellie spent most her working years as an associate at Walmart. In her younger years, she worked at the Barton County Courthouse as well as a seamstress in Ellinwood. Nellie was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene. A lifelong voracious reader, in her teenage years she was recognized for reading every book in the Great Bend Public Library. Nellie also enjoyed sewing, playing bingo, cheering on the Kansas City Royals, and especially spending time with family, particularly her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Survivors include two sons, Clayton Boese and wife Connie of Lyons, and Thomas Boese and wife Donna of Cimarron; two daughters, Kelly White and husband Tom of Great Bend, and Cynthia Boese of Pratt; eight grandchildren, Kory Teliske and wife Jenna, Chasity Woods and husband Jason, Jason Boese and wife Tandy, Tiffany Strickland and husband James, Jonathan Boese and wife Rachel, Teresa Powelson and husband Shawn, Tammi Cale and husband Cody, and Tarra Foster and husband Jeremy; thirty great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Betty Shelton of Cunningham and Ruth Evans of Attica.She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents; grandson, Keith Teliske; brother, Frank Doty; and four sisters, Laura Viola Wagner, Sarah Jane Mayes, Amy Densmore, and Molly Likens.Visitation will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 31, 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 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 1, 2024, at the First Church of the Nazarene with Pastors Josh and Amy Foster presiding. Interment will follow at Dundee Valley Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the First Church of the Nazarene or Great Bend Public Library, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Nellie Ann Boese

Leona Delphine Haase, 104, passed away January 28, 2024, at Medicalodges of Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on November 25, 1919, in Zurich, Kansas, the daughter of Jeremiah and Rosalie (Ducharme) Forgue. She graduated from Palco High School in 1936. In her younger years, she was given the nickname “Finn”, which remained with her throughout life, as nieces and nephews lovingly referred to her as “Aunt Finn”.

As a young woman, Leona worked in the drapery department at JC Penney and as a grocery store cashier. She first met Bill Haase when he came into the grocery store with his mother. On August 10, 1946, Leona and Bill united in marriage. The couple lived in Plainville, Kanas most of their married life until moving to Great Bend in 2006. They celebrated 62 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on February 13, 2009. Many of those years were spent enjoying golfing and traveling together.

While a member of the Sacred Heart Parish in Plainville, Leona volunteered frequently for church and school functions, and her baked goods were always requested. Leona was a charter member of Our Lady of Olives Circle #873 of the Daughters of Isabella and served as the charter secretary. After moving to Great Bend, she became a member of the Prince of Peace Parish.

Survivors include three daughters, Renee Johnson of Great Bend, Suzanne Hachmeister and husband Marv of Scottsdale, Arizona, and Colette Langley and husband Doug of Mesa, Arizona; one grandson, Ash Hachmeister and wife KyLee of Phoenix, Arizona; two great-grandsons, Hudson and Ryder Hachmeister; and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; four brothers, Leon, Medas “Cricket”, Armond and Leonard Forgue; three sisters, Velma Gilbert, Lorena Kern and Beatrice Bedore; and a son-in-law, Ed Johnson.

Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 31, 2024, with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by vigil with rosary at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home, Great Bend, Kansas. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 1, 2024, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, Kansas, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m. at Plainville Cemetery, Plainville, Kansas, with Father Leo Blasi presiding. Memorials have been designated to Holy Family School Endowment Fund or Sacred Heart Catholic School in Plainville, Kansas, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Leona Delphine Haase, 104, passed away January 28, 2024, at Medicalodges of Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on November 25, 1919, in Zurich, Kansas, the daughter of Jeremiah and Rosalie (Ducharme) Forgue. She graduated from Palco High School in 1936. In her younger years, she was given the nickname “Finn”, which remained with her throughout life, as nieces and nephews lovingly referred to her as “Aunt Finn”.As a young woman, Leona worked in the drapery department at JC Penney and as a grocery store cashier. She first met Bill Haase when he came into the grocery store with his mother. On August 10, 1946, Leona and Bill united in marriage. The couple lived in Plainville, Kanas most of their married life until moving to Great Bend in 2006. They celebrated 62 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on February 13, 2009. Many of those years were spent enjoying golfing and traveling together.While a member of the Sacred Heart Parish in Plainville, Leona volunteered frequently for church and school functions, and her baked goods were always requested. Leona was a charter member of Our Lady of Olives Circle #873 of the Daughters of Isabella and served as the charter secretary. After moving to Great Bend, she became a member of the Prince of Peace Parish.Survivors include three daughters, Renee Johnson of Great Bend, Suzanne Hachmeister and husband Marv of Scottsdale, Arizona, and Colette Langley and husband Doug of Mesa, Arizona; one grandson, Ash Hachmeister and wife KyLee of Phoenix, Arizona; two great-grandsons, Hudson and Ryder Hachmeister; and several nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; four brothers, Leon, Medas “Cricket”, Armond and Leonard Forgue; three sisters, Velma Gilbert, Lorena Kern and Beatrice Bedore; and a son-in-law, Ed Johnson.Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 31, 2024, with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by vigil with rosary at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home, Great Bend, Kansas. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 1, 2024, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, Kansas, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m. at Plainville Cemetery, Plainville, Kansas, with Father Leo Blasi presiding. Memorials have been designated to Holy Family School Endowment Fund or Sacred Heart Catholic School in Plainville, Kansas, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Leona Delphine Haase

Irene Marie (Stremel) Foster, Grainfield, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024, in Hays, Kansas surrounded by her loving family. Irene was born October 30, 1945, in Hays, Kansas to Edward (Ed) and Isabel (Schuckman) Stremel. Irene attended and graduated from Schoenchen High School, Schoenchen, Kansas. She married James L. Ross and later married Morris Ray Foster in in Canton, Georgia in1984.

After graduating from high school, Irene was employed at TEMPO and at TRAVENOL in Hays, Kansas. She later moved to Georgia and was employed by Lockheed Martin, Marietta, Georgia. She then worked for and retired from Northwest Airlines, Minneapolis, Minnesota. She belonged to the Grainfield American Legion Auxiliary Post 301, was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, Grainfield, Kansas and St Agnes Catholic Ladies Guild, a lifetime member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Elk Foundation committee member. Irene loved working with her arts and crafts, especially her stained -glass projects. Camping, traveling, and volunteering were some of her favorite things to do. Most of all, Irene loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Irene is preceded in death by Morris Foster, her spouse of 32 years; parents, Ed and Isabel Stremel; and brother, John Stremel.

She leaves to mourn her passing, two sons, Jeff Ross of Fairmont, Nebraska and Dale Ross of Auburn, Washington; granddaughter, Jenna Ginther and husband Cory; grandson, Randy Ross of Amarillo, Texas; great-grandsons, Jacob, Jeremiah, and Justan Fox; great granddaughter, Jaelyn Ginther; sister, Esther Schaffer; two brothers, Ed Stremel and wife Mary of Olathe, Kansas and Mike Stremel and wife Lori of Hays; sister-in-law, Claudia Stremel and companion, Arlyn Wasinger; and many special nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Thursday, February 1, 2024, 10:00 AM, at Christ the King Catholic Church in Wakeeney, Kansas. Interment will immediately follow the service in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Wakeeney, Kansas. Visitation will be held at Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas, Wednesday, January 31, 2024, from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM with a Vigil service starting at 7:00 PM. Family will greet friends from 6:00 PM-7:00 PM. Memorials are suggested to Grainfield American Legion Post 301 or St. Agnes Catholic Church, Grainfield, Kansas. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of caring and comfort may be left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

Irene Marie (Stremel) Foster, Grainfield, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024, in Hays, Kansas surrounded by her loving family. Irene was born October 30, 1945, in Hays, Kansas to Edward (Ed) and Isabel (Schuckman) Stremel. Irene attended and graduated from Schoenchen High School, Schoenchen, Kansas. She married James L. Ross and later married Morris Ray Foster in in Canton, Georgia in1984.After graduating from high school, Irene was employed at TEMPO and at TRAVENOL in Hays, Kansas. She later moved to Georgia and was employed by Lockheed Martin, Marietta, Georgia. She then worked for and retired from Northwest Airlines, Minneapolis, Minnesota. She belonged to the Grainfield American Legion Auxiliary Post 301, was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, Grainfield, Kansas and St Agnes Catholic Ladies Guild, a lifetime member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Elk Foundation committee member. Irene loved working with her arts and crafts, especially her stained -glass projects. Camping, traveling, and volunteering were some of her favorite things to do. Most of all, Irene loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Irene is preceded in death by Morris Foster, her spouse of 32 years; parents, Ed and Isabel Stremel; and brother, John Stremel.She leaves to mourn her passing, two sons, Jeff Ross of Fairmont, Nebraska and Dale Ross of Auburn, Washington; granddaughter, Jenna Ginther and husband Cory; grandson, Randy Ross of Amarillo, Texas; great-grandsons, Jacob, Jeremiah, and Justan Fox; great granddaughter, Jaelyn Ginther; sister, Esther Schaffer; two brothers, Ed Stremel and wife Mary of Olathe, Kansas and Mike Stremel and wife Lori of Hays; sister-in-law, Claudia Stremel and companion, Arlyn Wasinger; and many special nieces and nephews.A Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Thursday, February 1, 2024, 10:00 AM, at Christ the King Catholic Church in Wakeeney, Kansas. Interment will immediately follow the service in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Wakeeney, Kansas. Visitation will be held at Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas, Wednesday, January 31, 2024, from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM with a Vigil service starting at 7:00 PM. Family will greet friends from 6:00 PM-7:00 PM. Memorials are suggested to Grainfield American Legion Post 301 or St. Agnes Catholic Church, Grainfield, Kansas. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of caring and comfort may be left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

Irene Marie (Stremel) Foster

Garden City- Eunice A. Dinkel, 84, died on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at St Catherine Hospital in Garden City. She was born on April 18, 1939 in Graham County, Kansas the daughter of George &amp; Anna Mae (Eichman) Martell. She married Melvin J. Dinkel on June 3, 1961 at St. Peter. He died on August 10, 2020.

Eunice attended school in Damar and Palco and graduated from Palco High School. Before her marriage she worked at a doctors office in Hill City. She and her husband moved to Garden City from Goodland in 1979. She worked for Garden City Co-op for 25 years, retiring as the Office Manager. She was a member of St Dominic Catholic Church. She enjoyed volunteering with RSVP and answering the phone at the Finney County Senior Center along with trips to the casino. She also enjoyed her family gatherings.

She is survived by her 5 Children- Daryl &amp; Marty Dinkel. John Dinkel and Brian &amp; Shiela Dinkel all of Garden City, Tim &amp; Latisha Dinkel of Montgomery, Texas and Ann &amp; Luther Britton of Jackson, Michigan, 16 Grandchildren, 21 Great-Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great-Granddaughter. She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Son- Mark Dinkel, 2 Brothers- Charles Martell and Kendall Martell and Sister- Mary Eileen Klaus.

Rosary will be at 9:30 AM Friday followed by Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM both at St Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev Tim Hickey as Celebrant. The Mass will be livestreamed on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may call from Noon to 8:00 PM Thursday with family present from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to St Dominic Catholic Church or Finney County RSVP in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Garden City- Eunice A. Dinkel, 84, died on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at St Catherine Hospital in Garden City. She was born on April 18, 1939 in Graham County, Kansas the daughter of George &amp; Anna Mae (Eichman) Martell. She married Melvin J. Dinkel on June 3, 1961 at St. Peter. He died on August 10, 2020.Eunice attended school in Damar and Palco and graduated from Palco High School. Before her marriage she worked at a doctors office in Hill City. She and her husband moved to Garden City from Goodland in 1979. She worked for Garden City Co-op for 25 years, retiring as the Office Manager. She was a member of St Dominic Catholic Church. She enjoyed volunteering with RSVP and answering the phone at the Finney County Senior Center along with trips to the casino. She also enjoyed her family gatherings.She is survived by her 5 Children- Daryl &amp; Marty Dinkel. John Dinkel and Brian &amp; Shiela Dinkel all of Garden City, Tim &amp; Latisha Dinkel of Montgomery, Texas and Ann &amp; Luther Britton of Jackson, Michigan, 16 Grandchildren, 21 Great-Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great-Granddaughter. She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Son- Mark Dinkel, 2 Brothers- Charles Martell and Kendall Martell and Sister- Mary Eileen Klaus.Rosary will be at 9:30 AM Friday followed by Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM both at St Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev Tim Hickey as Celebrant. The Mass will be livestreamed on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may call from Noon to 8:00 PM Thursday with family present from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to St Dominic Catholic Church or Finney County RSVP in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eunice A. Dinkel

Garden City- William John “Bill” Hendricks, 91, died on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City. He was born on October 6, 1932 in his Grandparents farmhouse outside of Wakita, Oklahoma the son of Walter Jennings &amp; Anna Blanche (Tuttle) Hendricks. He married Joan Banuelos on July 13, 1957 at Wichita.

Bill’s father was a school administrator and he went to seven different schools in South Central Kansas and North Central Oklahoma before graduating from Driftwood, Oklahoma High School in 1950. He went to college in Alva, Oklahoma for a semister before enlisting in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict where he served on a Sea Bearing Tug fleet. After his discharge he moved to Wichita and later to St Louis to worked for Burroughs Office Equipment. In 1962 he moved to Garden City to work in sales and service for Bell &amp; Howell Micro Film and Microfiche where he had a territory of Western Kansas, Eastern Colorado and the Oklahoma Panhandle. He was the Culligan Man in Garden City for a short time before moving to Topeka and then to Denver to get back in the Micro Film and Microfiche business. In 1998 He returned to Garden City and owned and operated a business enterprise. He was a member of St Mary Catholic Church of Garden City. Bill enjoyed sports, he attended the Colorado Rockies opening day for a number of years, also rooting for the Denver Broncos and Oklahoma Sooners. He supported Garden City Community College sports, especially the Women’s Softball Program.

He is survived by his Daughter- Kim Hendricks of Garden City and Brother- Floyd Dean Hendricks of Lucas, Texas. He is preceded in death by his Parents, Brother- Judd Hendricks and 4 Sisters- Geraldine Wesley, Wilma Jean Grayson, Belva Engel and Voriece Frymyer.

Vigil/Wake Service will be at 7:30 PM Thursday and Funeral Mass will be at 12:00 PM Friday both at St Mary Catholic Church with Rev Jacob Schneider &amp; Rev Pascal Klein as Celebrants. Friends may call from Noon to 6:00 PM Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to St Mary Building Fund, GCCC Women’s Softball or Friends Of Lee Richardson Zoo in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Garden City- William John “Bill” Hendricks, 91, died on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City. He was born on October 6, 1932 in his Grandparents farmhouse outside of Wakita, Oklahoma the son of Walter Jennings &amp; Anna Blanche (Tuttle) Hendricks. He married Joan Banuelos on July 13, 1957 at Wichita.Bill’s father was a school administrator and he went to seven different schools in South Central Kansas and North Central Oklahoma before graduating from Driftwood, Oklahoma High School in 1950. He went to college in Alva, Oklahoma for a semister before enlisting in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict where he served on a Sea Bearing Tug fleet. After his discharge he moved to Wichita and later to St Louis to worked for Burroughs Office Equipment. In 1962 he moved to Garden City to work in sales and service for Bell &amp; Howell Micro Film and Microfiche where he had a territory of Western Kansas, Eastern Colorado and the Oklahoma Panhandle. He was the Culligan Man in Garden City for a short time before moving to Topeka and then to Denver to get back in the Micro Film and Microfiche business. In 1998 He returned to Garden City and owned and operated a business enterprise. He was a member of St Mary Catholic Church of Garden City. Bill enjoyed sports, he attended the Colorado Rockies opening day for a number of years, also rooting for the Denver Broncos and Oklahoma Sooners. He supported Garden City Community College sports, especially the Women’s Softball Program.He is survived by his Daughter- Kim Hendricks of Garden City and Brother- Floyd Dean Hendricks of Lucas, Texas. He is preceded in death by his Parents, Brother- Judd Hendricks and 4 Sisters- Geraldine Wesley, Wilma Jean Grayson, Belva Engel and Voriece Frymyer.Vigil/Wake Service will be at 7:30 PM Thursday and Funeral Mass will be at 12:00 PM Friday both at St Mary Catholic Church with Rev Jacob Schneider &amp; Rev Pascal Klein as Celebrants. Friends may call from Noon to 6:00 PM Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to St Mary Building Fund, GCCC Women’s Softball or Friends Of Lee Richardson Zoo in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

William John “Bill” Hendricks

It is with sorrow but also joy that we announce that our precious mother and grandmother, Lois Darleen Carroll, 89, peacefully passed away at her home and entered the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 25, 2024.

Darleen was born at her grandparents home in Garden City, Kansas, on October 2, 1934, the daughter of John Donald Riggs and Lois Wilma Duvall Riggs. She attended schools in Garden City, Holcomb, Offerle, and Hanston, Kansas. She graduated as valedictorian from Hanston High School in 1952. She graduated from Garden City Junior College in 1954.

Darleen married the love of her life, Edwin (Sonny) Alvin Carroll on July 26, 1954, and they were married for 62 years.

Throughout her adult life she worked for a law firm, City of Garden City clerk’s office, Blanchard, Vanderweide, and Fillmore Architects, Great Western Savings and Loan, Machine Supply as a bookkeeper, USD 457 administration office after retirement, and 21 years as the executive assistant to the city manager of Garden City. When she retired in 1999, the Darleen Carroll conference room was named after her in honor of her years as a valuable resource to the city administration. Her interests included riding horses, riding bikes, count cross stitch, needlepoint, sewing, cooking, and trying new recipes. She enjoyed pursuing new interests, including dabbling in painting, sketching, and learning to play the piano.

She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Her passion was for her Savior Jesus Christ. She was a member of Word Of Life Church and taught Sunday school, AWANAS, and women’s Bible studies well into her 80s. She touched many lives and was known for her love for others and her love for Jesus.

She is predeceased by her husband and infant son, Clayton Lynn Carroll, daughter-in-law, Tina Carroll, and her parents, her brother Ray Darwin Riggs, sisters Laura Bell Atkinson and Laurna Mae Pendergraft.

She is survived by her son, Leon Carroll, Philipsburg, Kansas, daughter, Shawn and Jed Purdy, Garden City, 10 Grandchildren, Brian and Alka Bahal, New Jersey, Russell and Mattie Purdy, Pierceville, Philip and Kirsten Purdy, Colorado Springs, David and Elaine Purdy, Pleasant Hill, Missouri, Abigail and Lorenzo Banda, Pierceville, Alexia Purdy, Shane Purdy, and Trinity Purdy, Garden City, Scott Purdy and Xander Purdy, Sterling, Kansas, 21 great grandchildren, and one due in July, sisters-in-law, Dolores Atkinson, Washburn, Missouri, Thelda Moore, Coldwater, Kansas, Denise Wakefield, Roberts, Wisconsin, Mara Hoppe, Garden City, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service will be at 10:30 A.M. Saturday February 3, 2024 at Word Of Life Church in Garden City with Pastor Rick Beard officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Friday February 2, 2024 at Garnand Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers family suggest memorials be made to Word of Life Church or St. Catherine Hospice in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>It is with sorrow but also joy that we announce that our precious mother and grandmother, Lois Darleen Carroll, 89, peacefully passed away at her home and entered the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 25, 2024.Darleen was born at her grandparents home in Garden City, Kansas, on October 2, 1934, the daughter of John Donald Riggs and Lois Wilma Duvall Riggs. She attended schools in Garden City, Holcomb, Offerle, and Hanston, Kansas. She graduated as valedictorian from Hanston High School in 1952. She graduated from Garden City Junior College in 1954.Darleen married the love of her life, Edwin (Sonny) Alvin Carroll on July 26, 1954, and they were married for 62 years.Throughout her adult life she worked for a law firm, City of Garden City clerk’s office, Blanchard, Vanderweide, and Fillmore Architects, Great Western Savings and Loan, Machine Supply as a bookkeeper, USD 457 administration office after retirement, and 21 years as the executive assistant to the city manager of Garden City. When she retired in 1999, the Darleen Carroll conference room was named after her in honor of her years as a valuable resource to the city administration. Her interests included riding horses, riding bikes, count cross stitch, needlepoint, sewing, cooking, and trying new recipes. She enjoyed pursuing new interests, including dabbling in painting, sketching, and learning to play the piano.She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.Her passion was for her Savior Jesus Christ. She was a member of Word Of Life Church and taught Sunday school, AWANAS, and women’s Bible studies well into her 80s. She touched many lives and was known for her love for others and her love for Jesus.She is predeceased by her husband and infant son, Clayton Lynn Carroll, daughter-in-law, Tina Carroll, and her parents, her brother Ray Darwin Riggs, sisters Laura Bell Atkinson and Laurna Mae Pendergraft.She is survived by her son, Leon Carroll, Philipsburg, Kansas, daughter, Shawn and Jed Purdy, Garden City, 10 Grandchildren, Brian and Alka Bahal, New Jersey, Russell and Mattie Purdy, Pierceville, Philip and Kirsten Purdy, Colorado Springs, David and Elaine Purdy, Pleasant Hill, Missouri, Abigail and Lorenzo Banda, Pierceville, Alexia Purdy, Shane Purdy, and Trinity Purdy, Garden City, Scott Purdy and Xander Purdy, Sterling, Kansas, 21 great grandchildren, and one due in July, sisters-in-law, Dolores Atkinson, Washburn, Missouri, Thelda Moore, Coldwater, Kansas, Denise Wakefield, Roberts, Wisconsin, Mara Hoppe, Garden City, and numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral Service will be at 10:30 A.M. Saturday February 3, 2024 at Word Of Life Church in Garden City with Pastor Rick Beard officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Friday February 2, 2024 at Garnand Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers family suggest memorials be made to Word of Life Church or St. Catherine Hospice in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lois “Darleen” Riggs Carroll

Troy Allen Schneider, 59, passed away on January 22, 2024 at the Cedar Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on October 28, 1964 in WaKeeney, Kansas the son of Vernon and LaVeta (Rider) Schneider.

Troy was a grain elevator operator for Frontier Ag in Ransom.&nbsp;

Survivors include his life partner, Michelle Horton; 2 sisters, Debbra (Jeff) Jensen of Hillsboro, Tammy (Walter) Knight of Shawnee; 3 grandchildren Madelyn, Kol, Matt; 4 nephews, Bryan Jensen, Christopher Jensen, Tyler Jesen, Cody Knight; and 1 niece, Caytlin Knight. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral service will be on Saturday, February 3, 2024, 1:00 P.M., at the Ransom Methodist Church. &nbsp;Burial in the Ransom Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the National Diabetes Association.

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 </figure>Troy Allen Schneider, 59, passed away on January 22, 2024 at the Cedar Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on October 28, 1964 in WaKeeney, Kansas the son of Vernon and LaVeta (Rider) Schneider.Troy was a grain elevator operator for Frontier Ag in Ransom.&nbsp;Survivors include his life partner, Michelle Horton; 2 sisters, Debbra (Jeff) Jensen of Hillsboro, Tammy (Walter) Knight of Shawnee; 3 grandchildren Madelyn, Kol, Matt; 4 nephews, Bryan Jensen, Christopher Jensen, Tyler Jesen, Cody Knight; and 1 niece, Caytlin Knight. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral service will be on Saturday, February 3, 2024, 1:00 P.M., at the Ransom Methodist Church. &nbsp;Burial in the Ransom Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be given to the National Diabetes Association.

Troy Allen Schneider

Donna Ailene Schlereth, 64, passed away January 28, 2024 at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;

She was born April 1, 1959, Dodge City, Kansas. The daughter of Cecil Duaine and Doris A. Phillips Denton. She worked in the Health Care field until she retired at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.

She attended the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore. She enjoyed gardening with her flowers and plants, watching KU basketball, and spending time with her pets and grandchildren.

Survivors include: spouse, Larry Leikam, Jetmore; son, Ryan Schlereth, Garden City; daughter, Mindy Burns, Kinsley; step-daughter Aubrey Barb, Denver, Colorado; mother Doris Denton, Jetmore; three sisters, Deanna Sherrill, Jetmore; Debbie Allen, Dodge City; Danetta Gochanour, Cawker City; brother Danny Denton, Jetmore; five grandchildren, Colton Schlereth, Jaron Hamilton, Jyles Hamilton, Kayia Barb, and Kamric Barb.

She was preceded in death by her father, Duaine Denton, niece Janelle Allen, and Greg Schlereth. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Funeral service will be 11:00 am Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore with Pastor Mark Durham presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Cremation will follow the service.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of the Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Donna Ailene Schlereth, 64, passed away January 28, 2024 at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;She was born April 1, 1959, Dodge City, Kansas. The daughter of Cecil Duaine and Doris A. Phillips Denton. She worked in the Health Care field until she retired at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.She attended the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore. She enjoyed gardening with her flowers and plants, watching KU basketball, and spending time with her pets and grandchildren.Survivors include: spouse, Larry Leikam, Jetmore; son, Ryan Schlereth, Garden City; daughter, Mindy Burns, Kinsley; step-daughter Aubrey Barb, Denver, Colorado; mother Doris Denton, Jetmore; three sisters, Deanna Sherrill, Jetmore; Debbie Allen, Dodge City; Danetta Gochanour, Cawker City; brother Danny Denton, Jetmore; five grandchildren, Colton Schlereth, Jaron Hamilton, Jyles Hamilton, Kayia Barb, and Kamric Barb.She was preceded in death by her father, Duaine Denton, niece Janelle Allen, and Greg Schlereth. &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral service will be 11:00 am Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore with Pastor Mark Durham presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Cremation will follow the service.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of the Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.&nbsp;

Donna Ailene Schlereth

Harlan Ray Vinson, 73, passed away January 28, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

He was born January 22, 1951 in Great Bend, the son of Clyde and Madeline Hall Vinson.

A former area resident, he lived in Wichita where he was a machinist for Boeing; he also drove semi-trucks for many years. He graduated from Larned High School in 1969, was a Navy Veteran and spent four years in San Diego, California. He loved basketball and sports. He was a proud father to Rae and grandfather to Royce.

Survivors include: daughter, Rae (John) Graber, Colorado Springs, Colorado; sister, Bonnie (Richard) Olson; grandchild, Royce Graber; niece, Krystal Olson; two nephews, Keith and Kevin Olson.

Memorial graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 5, 2024 at Garfield Cemetery, Garfield with Pastor Gerald Graber presiding. Inurnment in the Garfield Cemetery with military graveside rites.

Services in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Harlan Ray Vinson, 73, passed away January 28, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.He was born January 22, 1951 in Great Bend, the son of Clyde and Madeline Hall Vinson.A former area resident, he lived in Wichita where he was a machinist for Boeing; he also drove semi-trucks for many years. He graduated from Larned High School in 1969, was a Navy Veteran and spent four years in San Diego, California. He loved basketball and sports. He was a proud father to Rae and grandfather to Royce.Survivors include: daughter, Rae (John) Graber, Colorado Springs, Colorado; sister, Bonnie (Richard) Olson; grandchild, Royce Graber; niece, Krystal Olson; two nephews, Keith and Kevin Olson.He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 5, 2024 at Garfield Cemetery, Garfield with Pastor Gerald Graber presiding. Inurnment in the Garfield Cemetery with military graveside rites.Services in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Harlan Ray Vinson

Burdett– Martha V. Nuckolls, 92, passed away January 27, 2024 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital in Larned.

She was born July 22, 1931 in Burdett, the daughter of Kenneth and Lena Blackwell Friend.

A lifetime area resident, she was a secretary and farmwife. She was a member of the Burdett United Methodist Women, Burdett United Methodist Church, where she played the piano, was the choir director and a past church board member. Martha was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #280, Sweet Adelines and was a past school board member for USD 496. She gave a lot of her time to the community, including playing the piano for various occasions, school contests and community events. She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandma, and great-grandma.

&nbsp;She married Donald Nuckolls on December 31, 1950 in Burdett. He survives.

Other survivors include: three sons, Steve Nuckolls, Larned, Craig Nuckolls and David Nuckolls, both of Burdett; sister, Joyce Darnell, Sun City West, Arizona; brother, Larry Friend, Plainville, Kansas; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; daughter, Kathy Tanner and brother, Kenneth Friend.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service may be announced at a later date.

&nbsp;Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550 is in charge of arrangements. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Burdett– Martha V. Nuckolls, 92, passed away January 27, 2024 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital in Larned.She was born July 22, 1931 in Burdett, the daughter of Kenneth and Lena Blackwell Friend.A lifetime area resident, she was a secretary and farmwife. She was a member of the Burdett United Methodist Women, Burdett United Methodist Church, where she played the piano, was the choir director and a past church board member. Martha was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #280, Sweet Adelines and was a past school board member for USD 496. She gave a lot of her time to the community, including playing the piano for various occasions, school contests and community events. She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandma, and great-grandma.&nbsp;She married Donald Nuckolls on December 31, 1950 in Burdett. He survives.Other survivors include: three sons, Steve Nuckolls, Larned, Craig Nuckolls and David Nuckolls, both of Burdett; sister, Joyce Darnell, Sun City West, Arizona; brother, Larry Friend, Plainville, Kansas; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her parents; daughter, Kathy Tanner and brother, Kenneth Friend.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service may be announced at a later date.&nbsp;Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550 is in charge of arrangements. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Martha V. Nuckolls

Floretta, R. Otstott, age 93, passed away at the Greeley County Long Term Care in Tribune, Kansas on Sunday, January 28, 2024, She was born in Kansas City, Missouri on March 30, 1930, to Archie and Mary Caverty Folsom. She had been a member of the Tribune community since she was 10 days old. She was a member of the Tribune Assembly of God congregation and served as a chaplain in the VFW. Her life was devoted to her family, friends, and community.

On October 16, 1946, Floretta married Marion Riley Otstott in Tribune, Kansas. He passed away on December 8, 1991.

Floretta is survived by her children Ginger &amp; Roger Egbert of Marietta, Georgia, Kurtis &amp; Susan Kern of Weston, Missouri, Mary Jo &amp; Robin Loper of Overland Park, Kansas, twelve grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

Floretta is preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister - Rosie Pearl Burchett, three brothers -Clarence, Sherman, and Robert Lee Folsom, and two daughters - Kathleen Swartz and Michele Kern.

Funeral Service will be on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Assembly of God church at 220 West Lawrence St., Tribune, Kansas, 67879 with Reverend Justin Sherer presiding.

Interment will follow at the Greeley County Cemetery.

In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be written to Greeley County Long Term Care in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 322 2nd St., Tribune, Kansas.

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 </figure>Floretta, R. Otstott, age 93, passed away at the Greeley County Long Term Care in Tribune, Kansas on Sunday, January 28, 2024, She was born in Kansas City, Missouri on March 30, 1930, to Archie and Mary Caverty Folsom. She had been a member of the Tribune community since she was 10 days old. She was a member of the Tribune Assembly of God congregation and served as a chaplain in the VFW. Her life was devoted to her family, friends, and community.On October 16, 1946, Floretta married Marion Riley Otstott in Tribune, Kansas. He passed away on December 8, 1991.Floretta is survived by her children Ginger &amp; Roger Egbert of Marietta, Georgia, Kurtis &amp; Susan Kern of Weston, Missouri, Mary Jo &amp; Robin Loper of Overland Park, Kansas, twelve grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.Floretta is preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister - Rosie Pearl Burchett, three brothers -Clarence, Sherman, and Robert Lee Folsom, and two daughters - Kathleen Swartz and Michele Kern.Funeral Service will be on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Assembly of God church at 220 West Lawrence St., Tribune, Kansas, 67879 with Reverend Justin Sherer presiding.Interment will follow at the Greeley County Cemetery.In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be written to Greeley County Long Term Care in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 322 2nd St., Tribune, Kansas.

Floretta, R. Otstott

Donna S. Eitel, age 86, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024, at the Lane County Hospital in Dighton, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born on January 13, 1938, in Greensburg, Kansas, the daughter of Frederick Earl &amp; Beulah Elizabeth Russell Heinze. &nbsp;A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1959 moving from Greensburg, Kansas, she was a homemaker, farmer’s wife, avid gardener, and a very loving and involved mother.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Methodist Church Choir, and High Plains Study Club both of Scott City, Kansas.

Donna attended Fort Hays State University where she met Robert D. Eitel of Grigston, KS. &nbsp;On August 30, 1959, she married Robert in Greensburg, KS. &nbsp;He survives.

Survivors include her Husband - Robert D. Eitel of Scott City, Kansas, Two Daughters - Kay Harkness of Scott City, Kansas, Pam &amp; Scott Burgett of Overland Park, Kansas, Three Grandsons - Kyle Berend of Scott City, Kansas, Luke Burgett of Denver, Colorado, Troy Burgett of Chicago, Illinois, Three Step Grandchildren and Seven Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by Her Parents and Two Sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Jeff Goetzinger &amp; Rev. Dennis Carter.

Memorials can be written to Donna Eitel Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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

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 </figure>Donna S. Eitel, age 86, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024, at the Lane County Hospital in Dighton, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born on January 13, 1938, in Greensburg, Kansas, the daughter of Frederick Earl &amp; Beulah Elizabeth Russell Heinze. &nbsp;A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1959 moving from Greensburg, Kansas, she was a homemaker, farmer’s wife, avid gardener, and a very loving and involved mother.She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Methodist Church Choir, and High Plains Study Club both of Scott City, Kansas.Donna attended Fort Hays State University where she met Robert D. Eitel of Grigston, KS. &nbsp;On August 30, 1959, she married Robert in Greensburg, KS. &nbsp;He survives.Survivors include her Husband - Robert D. Eitel of Scott City, Kansas, Two Daughters - Kay Harkness of Scott City, Kansas, Pam &amp; Scott Burgett of Overland Park, Kansas, Three Grandsons - Kyle Berend of Scott City, Kansas, Luke Burgett of Denver, Colorado, Troy Burgett of Chicago, Illinois, Three Step Grandchildren and Seven Great Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by Her Parents and Two Sisters.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Jeff Goetzinger &amp; Rev. Dennis Carter.Memorials can be written to Donna Eitel Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Interment will be held in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Donna S. Eitel

Services for Candace Marie Kauffman, of Bloomington, will be held Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 3 p.m. at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Bloomington. Visitation will take place Friday, February 2, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Washburn-McReavy Dawn Valley Chapel in Bloomington. Candace Marie Flemmer Kauffman died January 23, 2024, at home in Bloomington, MN from complications related to glioblastoma.She was born in Aberdeen, SD on May 3, 1950 to Gordon and Amy (Somers) Flemmer. Candace was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Andover, SD. Raised on the prairie, her parents and grandparents instilled in her a strong sense of curiosity which developed into a lifelong love of travel. 

The first child of Gordon and Amy, Candace was the proud sister of 3 brothers - Kim, Jon, and her baby brother Ross. She was raised in Andover, attending grade school there and later middle and high school in nearby Groton. She excelled in school and music, playing both the French horn and piano as well as singing in All State Choir. She was also a member of the debate team, a skill set that served her well throughout her life. Upon high school graduation, Candace attended South Dakota State University and majored in English, graduating in 1972. While living in Lincoln, Nebraska she met Daniel Kauffman whom she married May 25, 1974.

After the marriage she and Daniel spent one year in Waterloo, IA for work before moving to Hays, Kansas where Candace taught high school English and journalism in Victoria, KS and Daniel accepted a position as an economics professor at Fort Hays State University. While living there they made lifelong friends and welcomed their first child, a son - Christopher. In 1983 they relocated to Winona, MN as Daniel accepted a teaching position at Winona State University. Shortly thereafter, they had the surprise of a lifetime as they welcomed identical twin girls - Amy and Beth - a shock to all, including the medical staff. Candace spent her early years in Winona raising her children before returning to school to earn a degree in accounting and becoming a CPA. Her perseverance in attending classes while caring for her family taught her children the importance of resiliency. Candace appreciated the scenery of bluff country and would remind her family to take in the beauty of the river valley, especially the barges.

Family was the center of Candace's life. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, always willing to provide guidance, and was an excellent proofreader. She served as the family historian, and could often be observed taking photographs at holidays and celebrations. Candace shared her love of travel with her family and coordinated annual vacations, a tradition she was able to maintain throughout her life. She and Daniel were able to visit many places in Europe, the U.S., and Canada. Frequently, her children would be lucky enough to join them during their travels. A doting grandmother, Candace cherished spending time with her granddaughter, Madeline.

Candace is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years, Daniel; her children: Chris (Juae Son) Kauffman, Silver Spring, MD; Amy (Robert) Kinyua, Eagan, MN; and Beth (Kevin) DeRonne, Edina, MN; her beloved granddaughter Madeline DeRonne; her brother Ross (Cristy) Flemmer; and her nephews Lucas and Jacob Flemmer. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brothers Jon and Kim.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to organizations Candace cared for deeply and supported generously: Second Harvest Heartland, Books for Africa, and St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Bloomington, MN.<a href="http://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/" target="_blank">www.Washburn-McReavy.com</a>Dawn Valley 952-941-7686&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Services for Candace Marie Kauffman, of Bloomington, will be held Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 3 p.m. at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Bloomington. Visitation will take place Friday, February 2, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Washburn-McReavy Dawn Valley Chapel in Bloomington. Candace Marie Flemmer Kauffman died January 23, 2024, at home in Bloomington, MN from complications related to glioblastoma.She was born in Aberdeen, SD on May 3, 1950 to Gordon and Amy (Somers) Flemmer. Candace was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Andover, SD. Raised on the prairie, her parents and grandparents instilled in her a strong sense of curiosity which developed into a lifelong love of travel. The first child of Gordon and Amy, Candace was the proud sister of 3 brothers - Kim, Jon, and her baby brother Ross. She was raised in Andover, attending grade school there and later middle and high school in nearby Groton. She excelled in school and music, playing both the French horn and piano as well as singing in All State Choir. She was also a member of the debate team, a skill set that served her well throughout her life. Upon high school graduation, Candace attended South Dakota State University and majored in English, graduating in 1972. While living in Lincoln, Nebraska she met Daniel Kauffman whom she married May 25, 1974.After the marriage she and Daniel spent one year in Waterloo, IA for work before moving to Hays, Kansas where Candace taught high school English and journalism in Victoria, KS and Daniel accepted a position as an economics professor at Fort Hays State University. While living there they made lifelong friends and welcomed their first child, a son - Christopher. In 1983 they relocated to Winona, MN as Daniel accepted a teaching position at Winona State University. Shortly thereafter, they had the surprise of a lifetime as they welcomed identical twin girls - Amy and Beth - a shock to all, including the medical staff. Candace spent her early years in Winona raising her children before returning to school to earn a degree in accounting and becoming a CPA. Her perseverance in attending classes while caring for her family taught her children the importance of resiliency. Candace appreciated the scenery of bluff country and would remind her family to take in the beauty of the river valley, especially the barges.Family was the center of Candace's life. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, always willing to provide guidance, and was an excellent proofreader. She served as the family historian, and could often be observed taking photographs at holidays and celebrations. Candace shared her love of travel with her family and coordinated annual vacations, a tradition she was able to maintain throughout her life. She and Daniel were able to visit many places in Europe, the U.S., and Canada. Frequently, her children would be lucky enough to join them during their travels. A doting grandmother, Candace cherished spending time with her granddaughter, Madeline.Candace is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years, Daniel; her children: Chris (Juae Son) Kauffman, Silver Spring, MD; Amy (Robert) Kinyua, Eagan, MN; and Beth (Kevin) DeRonne, Edina, MN; her beloved granddaughter Madeline DeRonne; her brother Ross (Cristy) Flemmer; and her nephews Lucas and Jacob Flemmer. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brothers Jon and Kim.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to organizations Candace cared for deeply and supported generously: Second Harvest Heartland, Books for Africa, and St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Bloomington, MN.<a href="http://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/" target="_blank">www.Washburn-McReavy.com</a>Dawn Valley 952-941-7686&nbsp;&nbsp;

Candace Marie Kauffman

Darlene Rose Zetko, 88, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

Darlene was born March 28, 1935, in Minatare, Nebraska, the daughter of Jacob and Mary (Schnell) Britthouer. She was a resident of Rush County, Kansas, since 1979, moving there from Wichita, Kansas. A 1954 graduate of Scottsbluff High School, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, she was the transportation manager for USD #395, La Crosse, Kansas, for 20 years before her retirement. While living in Wichita, Kansas, Darlene was employed by Beech Aircraft Company for 15+ years in the factory painting airplanes.

Darlene was an exceptional seamstress, and loved to cook and crochet.

On August 29, 1954, she married Clifford C. Zetko at Scottsbluff, Nebraska. He preceded her in death September 19, 2007.

She worked the farm alongside her husband, and together, they built two homes.

Survivors include: one son, Leonard L. Zetko, La Crosse, Kansas; one daughter, Lora Lynn Isley (Robert), La Crosse, Kansas; and two grandsons, Matthew Isley (Amber), Hays, Kansas, and Steven Isley (fiancée, Anna Hickert), Salina, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Wilbert Britthouer; and two sisters, Eleanor Wilson, and Dee Olson.

Memorial service will be Friday, February 2, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Terry Warner officiating. Inurnment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

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 </figure>Darlene Rose Zetko, 88, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.Darlene was born March 28, 1935, in Minatare, Nebraska, the daughter of Jacob and Mary (Schnell) Britthouer. She was a resident of Rush County, Kansas, since 1979, moving there from Wichita, Kansas. A 1954 graduate of Scottsbluff High School, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, she was the transportation manager for USD #395, La Crosse, Kansas, for 20 years before her retirement. While living in Wichita, Kansas, Darlene was employed by Beech Aircraft Company for 15+ years in the factory painting airplanes.Darlene was an exceptional seamstress, and loved to cook and crochet.On August 29, 1954, she married Clifford C. Zetko at Scottsbluff, Nebraska. He preceded her in death September 19, 2007.She worked the farm alongside her husband, and together, they built two homes.Survivors include: one son, Leonard L. Zetko, La Crosse, Kansas; one daughter, Lora Lynn Isley (Robert), La Crosse, Kansas; and two grandsons, Matthew Isley (Amber), Hays, Kansas, and Steven Isley (fiancée, Anna Hickert), Salina, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Wilbert Britthouer; and two sisters, Eleanor Wilson, and Dee Olson.Memorial service will be Friday, February 2, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Terry Warner officiating. Inurnment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Darlene Rose Zetko

Thursday, February 11th, 1932-Saturday, January 27th, 2024

A full obituary will be posted when available.

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<h2>Gaylen William Horinek Sr.</h2>Thursday, February 11th, 1932-Saturday, January 27th, 2024A full obituary will be posted when available.<a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/gaylen-horinek/5369272/index.php">Service details can be found by clicking here.</a>

Gaylen William Horinek Sr.

John Perez Jr, 84, Lakin, Kansas was called home to meet his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 28, 2024. He was born August 9, 1939 in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Juan and Jessie (Lopez) Perez.

John grew up in Lakin where he attended the Lakin schools and graduated from Lakin High School in 1959. After graduation he worked at Lakin Lumber and during this time fell in love with Oralia Briones. They were married on April 28, 1962 at St. Anthony Church in Lakin. Later that year John went to work for K-N Energy, and retired after 33 years. John and Ora had four children: Julie, James, Michael and Angela. John was a hard worker and good provider for his family so he often sought out side jobs to work like unloading cement, painting houses, and mowing. This extra income was often used to treat his family to a vacation. After his retirement, John filled in as a paraprofessional in the Early Childhood classroom. He loved the little kids and the young students loved him back. In 1996 John was offered a job with the City of Lakin, as a Parks Superintendent. He was very dedicated and proud of his work around the parks. For fifteen years he strived to improve the appearance of the parks by planting trees, manicuring the grass, and continuing to improve the landscape. After retiring from the city, he continued his work by participating with the PRIDE/ Lakin Community and Empowerment Group.

John was a devout member of St. Anthony Church. He served his church by being on the Parish Council, acting as Eucharist minister and co-taught CCD classes with Ora. John was also on the Building Committee of the Parish Hall. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #0795. John proudly served a 4 year term as USD 215 Board Member. When his boys were young, he enjoyed volunteering as a Cub Scout leader and Cubmaster. In 1997, the Perez’s recognized the need for quality childcare and opened a Childcare Center, a wonderful learning place for little ones. The name chosen for the center was a childhood moniker of John given to him by his younger brother Tony, “The Green Gorrilla”.

John’s hobbies included running, exercising, designing &amp; painting barn quilts, taking his 1956 pink and white Crown Victoria to car shows. He especially enjoyed attending school events of his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and some local students. One could often spot John and Ora on the fifty yard line or half court of a game. They traveled great distances to show their support at these sporting events.

John was known for his quick wit and friendliness. He was always lending a hand to someone. His contagious smile and sense of humor will be dearly missed. He taught his children to love fully live simply and enjoy life.

He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years Oralia and children, Julie Kaps (Del) of Garden City, James Perez of Katy, TX, Michael Perez (DaJon) of Denver CO, and Angela Perez-Sullivan (Isaac) of Wichita, KS; along with 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include his siblings: Pat Avila of Garden City; Delilah Vincent (Charles) of Rockaway Beach, MO, Lupe Longoria (Robert) of Lakin; Nelly Bribiesca of Baldwin Park, CA, Ruby Escalada (Jesse) of Wichita, KS, Richard Perez (Sally) of Kendall, and many nieces and nephews.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Jessie (Lopez) Perez, brothers, Valentine Perez and Anthony Perez, and sister, Teresa Perez.

Vigil Service &amp; Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lakin, Kansas. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 1, 2024, also at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Fr. Peter Tran as Celebrant. Burial will follow at the Lakin Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given to the Lakin Community &amp; Empowerment Group or to St. Anthony Catholic Church, both in care of Garnand Funeral Home, P.O. Box 91, Lakin, Kansas 67860. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.<a>Read Less</a>

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 </figure>John Perez Jr, 84, Lakin, Kansas was called home to meet his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 28, 2024. He was born August 9, 1939 in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Juan and Jessie (Lopez) Perez.John grew up in Lakin where he attended the Lakin schools and graduated from Lakin High School in 1959. After graduation he worked at Lakin Lumber and during this time fell in love with Oralia Briones. They were married on April 28, 1962 at St. Anthony Church in Lakin. Later that year John went to work for K-N Energy, and retired after 33 years. John and Ora had four children: Julie, James, Michael and Angela. John was a hard worker and good provider for his family so he often sought out side jobs to work like unloading cement, painting houses, and mowing. This extra income was often used to treat his family to a vacation. After his retirement, John filled in as a paraprofessional in the Early Childhood classroom. He loved the little kids and the young students loved him back. In 1996 John was offered a job with the City of Lakin, as a Parks Superintendent. He was very dedicated and proud of his work around the parks. For fifteen years he strived to improve the appearance of the parks by planting trees, manicuring the grass, and continuing to improve the landscape. After retiring from the city, he continued his work by participating with the PRIDE/ Lakin Community and Empowerment Group.John was a devout member of St. Anthony Church. He served his church by being on the Parish Council, acting as Eucharist minister and co-taught CCD classes with Ora. John was also on the Building Committee of the Parish Hall. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #0795. John proudly served a 4 year term as USD 215 Board Member. When his boys were young, he enjoyed volunteering as a Cub Scout leader and Cubmaster. In 1997, the Perez’s recognized the need for quality childcare and opened a Childcare Center, a wonderful learning place for little ones. The name chosen for the center was a childhood moniker of John given to him by his younger brother Tony, “The Green Gorrilla”.John’s hobbies included running, exercising, designing &amp; painting barn quilts, taking his 1956 pink and white Crown Victoria to car shows. He especially enjoyed attending school events of his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and some local students. One could often spot John and Ora on the fifty yard line or half court of a game. They traveled great distances to show their support at these sporting events.John was known for his quick wit and friendliness. He was always lending a hand to someone. His contagious smile and sense of humor will be dearly missed. He taught his children to love fully live simply and enjoy life.He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years Oralia and children, Julie Kaps (Del) of Garden City, James Perez of Katy, TX, Michael Perez (DaJon) of Denver CO, and Angela Perez-Sullivan (Isaac) of Wichita, KS; along with 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include his siblings: Pat Avila of Garden City; Delilah Vincent (Charles) of Rockaway Beach, MO, Lupe Longoria (Robert) of Lakin; Nelly Bribiesca of Baldwin Park, CA, Ruby Escalada (Jesse) of Wichita, KS, Richard Perez (Sally) of Kendall, and many nieces and nephews.John is preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Jessie (Lopez) Perez, brothers, Valentine Perez and Anthony Perez, and sister, Teresa Perez.Vigil Service &amp; Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lakin, Kansas. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 1, 2024, also at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Fr. Peter Tran as Celebrant. Burial will follow at the Lakin Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given to the Lakin Community &amp; Empowerment Group or to St. Anthony Catholic Church, both in care of Garnand Funeral Home, P.O. Box 91, Lakin, Kansas 67860. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.<a>Read Less</a>

John Perez Jr.

Bonnie Lucille Sauer, 92, of Garden City, Kansas, passed away on January 26, 2024. She was born on June 28, 1931, in Shallow Water, Kansas, to the late Harrison Wayne and Violet Marie (Bailey) Bulkley. Bonnie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She was an extraordinary cook who never needed a recipe. She took great joy in attending her grandchildren's activities and was always there to support them. Family was her greatest hobby and she cherished every moment spent with her loved ones. She was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Oklahoma State Cowboys football.

In her lifetime Bonnie had many different talents, including working as a cook at Abe Hubert Jr. High, owner/operator of Pauline’s Sportswear. She would also cook and clean houses for others including baking and decorating birthday and wedding cakes.

Bonnie is survived by her children, Randall Sauer of Spearman, Texas, Mike and wife Karla Sauer of Modoc, Kansas, Daphne Schmidt of Garden City, Kansas, Michelle and husband Curtis Gross of Wichita, Kansas, and Kirk Sauer of El Dorado, Kansas. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Scott and wife Andrea Sauer of Calgary, Canada, Jessica and husband Mark Garriott of Wichita, Kansas, Jennifer Sauer of Wichita, Kansas, Joshua Sauer (Tanya Tankersley) of Modoc, Kansas, Kyron Schmidt and Brittani Schmidt of Garden City, Kansas, Brandon and wife Erin Gross, Sean Gross, of Wichita, Kansas, Justin Sauer (Brooke Stanley) of Scott City, Kansas and Ashlee Sauer of Dallas, Texas. Bonnie is also survived by her great- grandchildren, Oliver, Savannah, Jonas, Colin, Julian, and Gabby. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harold Stanley Sauer, her brothers Robert Bulkley, Harold Bulkley, and Ron Bulkley, her sister Ann Eckels, her daughter- in-law Janet Sauer, and her son-in-law Henry Schmidt.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Gospel Fellowship Church in Shallow Water, Kansas, with Pastor Bill Geurin officiating. Contributions in Bonnie's memory can be made to Modoc Cemetery in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Bonnie Lucille Sauer, 92, of Garden City, Kansas, passed away on January 26, 2024. She was born on June 28, 1931, in Shallow Water, Kansas, to the late Harrison Wayne and Violet Marie (Bailey) Bulkley. Bonnie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.She was an extraordinary cook who never needed a recipe. She took great joy in attending her grandchildren's activities and was always there to support them. Family was her greatest hobby and she cherished every moment spent with her loved ones. She was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Oklahoma State Cowboys football.In her lifetime Bonnie had many different talents, including working as a cook at Abe Hubert Jr. High, owner/operator of Pauline’s Sportswear. She would also cook and clean houses for others including baking and decorating birthday and wedding cakes.Bonnie is survived by her children, Randall Sauer of Spearman, Texas, Mike and wife Karla Sauer of Modoc, Kansas, Daphne Schmidt of Garden City, Kansas, Michelle and husband Curtis Gross of Wichita, Kansas, and Kirk Sauer of El Dorado, Kansas. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Scott and wife Andrea Sauer of Calgary, Canada, Jessica and husband Mark Garriott of Wichita, Kansas, Jennifer Sauer of Wichita, Kansas, Joshua Sauer (Tanya Tankersley) of Modoc, Kansas, Kyron Schmidt and Brittani Schmidt of Garden City, Kansas, Brandon and wife Erin Gross, Sean Gross, of Wichita, Kansas, Justin Sauer (Brooke Stanley) of Scott City, Kansas and Ashlee Sauer of Dallas, Texas. Bonnie is also survived by her great- grandchildren, Oliver, Savannah, Jonas, Colin, Julian, and Gabby. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harold Stanley Sauer, her brothers Robert Bulkley, Harold Bulkley, and Ron Bulkley, her sister Ann Eckels, her daughter- in-law Janet Sauer, and her son-in-law Henry Schmidt.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Gospel Fellowship Church in Shallow Water, Kansas, with Pastor Bill Geurin officiating. Contributions in Bonnie's memory can be made to Modoc Cemetery in care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonnie Lucille Sauer

Daryl E. Daniels, age 91, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at the Stanton County Long Term Care Unit in Johnson, Kansas. He was born on November 28, 1932, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Walter “Pete” E. and Edith (Scott) Daniels.

Daryl grew up in Johnson where he graduated from Johnson High School in 1950. After graduating, he went to college at Garden City Community College and then on to Fort Hays State University where he earned a teaching degree. For a few years, he taught school at Scott City USD #466. Daryl married Wiletta “Sally” Hale on August 14, 1951, in Long Beach, California. Daryl served his country by joining the U.S. Navy in 1951 as an OS Specialist. Daryl and Sally moved between the west coast and Kansas many times before settling down in Manter, Kansas, in 1984. Daryl was the Postmaster for Johnson, and then he owned and operated Valley Irrigation and sold the first electric center pivot in Stanton County. After, he devoted 24 years to working for Tom Cross Motors and Riley Chevrolet as a salesman, he retired. After retirement, he enjoyed helping family with harvest and woodworking.

Daryl is survived by his wife, Wiletta “Sally”, of Manter, Kansas; children, Danny Ray Daniels and wife, Jan, of Wellington, Kansas, Doug Daniels and wife, Diana, of Johnson, Kansas, Susan Lucas of Johnson, Kansas, Wiletta Peterson and husband, Steve, of Chase, Kansas, Neil Daniels and wife, Delorse, of Manter, Kansas; sisters-in-law, Barbara (Daniels) Maerz of Rolla, Kansas, and Ruth Loader of Manter, Kansas; 14 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren, with one on the way; and many nieces and nephews.

Daryl is preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Edith Daniels; brother, Leland Daniels; sister, Nancy Josserand and husband, O.W.; brother-in-law, Bud Loader; and grandsons, Brandt E. Daniels and Josh Stratman.

Funeral service will be Monday, January 29, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson, Kansas, with Reverend Jacque Kambol officiating. Interment will follow at the Stanton County Cemetery with military rites conducted by the American Legion 8th District Honor Guard. Visitation is Sunday, January 28, 2024, from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home in Johnson, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO BOX 715, Johnson, KS 67855. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Daryl E. Daniels, age 91, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at the Stanton County Long Term Care Unit in Johnson, Kansas. He was born on November 28, 1932, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Walter “Pete” E. and Edith (Scott) Daniels.Daryl grew up in Johnson where he graduated from Johnson High School in 1950. After graduating, he went to college at Garden City Community College and then on to Fort Hays State University where he earned a teaching degree. For a few years, he taught school at Scott City USD #466. Daryl married Wiletta “Sally” Hale on August 14, 1951, in Long Beach, California. Daryl served his country by joining the U.S. Navy in 1951 as an OS Specialist. Daryl and Sally moved between the west coast and Kansas many times before settling down in Manter, Kansas, in 1984. Daryl was the Postmaster for Johnson, and then he owned and operated Valley Irrigation and sold the first electric center pivot in Stanton County. After, he devoted 24 years to working for Tom Cross Motors and Riley Chevrolet as a salesman, he retired. After retirement, he enjoyed helping family with harvest and woodworking.Daryl is survived by his wife, Wiletta “Sally”, of Manter, Kansas; children, Danny Ray Daniels and wife, Jan, of Wellington, Kansas, Doug Daniels and wife, Diana, of Johnson, Kansas, Susan Lucas of Johnson, Kansas, Wiletta Peterson and husband, Steve, of Chase, Kansas, Neil Daniels and wife, Delorse, of Manter, Kansas; sisters-in-law, Barbara (Daniels) Maerz of Rolla, Kansas, and Ruth Loader of Manter, Kansas; 14 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren, with one on the way; and many nieces and nephews.Daryl is preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Edith Daniels; brother, Leland Daniels; sister, Nancy Josserand and husband, O.W.; brother-in-law, Bud Loader; and grandsons, Brandt E. Daniels and Josh Stratman.Funeral service will be Monday, January 29, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson, Kansas, with Reverend Jacque Kambol officiating. Interment will follow at the Stanton County Cemetery with military rites conducted by the American Legion 8th District Honor Guard. Visitation is Sunday, January 28, 2024, from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home in Johnson, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO BOX 715, Johnson, KS 67855. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Daryl E. Daniels

Marlene Davis Meier, 87, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, Kansas. She was born March 23, 1936, in Fargo, Oklahoma, the daughter of Floyd &amp; Vera (Crain) Mitch.

Marlene grew up in Fargo, Oklahoma where she attended schools and graduated from Fargo High School in 1954. She then moved to Garden City where she attended Garden City Junior College. On June 10, 1956, she married Dewey Davis in Fargo, Oklahoma. They lived in Manhattan, KS, Medicine Lodge, KS, and Meade, KS. While in Medicine Lodge, she owned and operated a restaurant and while living in Meade she owned and operated a clothing store Marlene’s. Marlene later worked as a nurse’s aide and a physical therapist assistant. Marlene’s husband Dewey died on February 7, 1993. Marlene later married Alex Meier on January 29, 2000, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Alex died in March 2001. Marlene moved to Darrouzett, TX before moving to Woodward, OK. While in Woodward, she volunteered her time working at the hospital. She later moved to Garden City in 2019 where she has lived since.

Marlene was a member of the Lutheran Church in Meade, and a member and past president of the Chamber of Commerce in Meade where she was instrumental in starting Dalton Days. She loved to spend her time playing the Keyboard especially with her band, the Davis Sisters. She also enjoyed dancing, bowling, playing golf, traveling especially on cruises, and loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include three daughters Carla &amp; husband Nick Cossman of Jetmore, KS, Lana &amp; husband Alan Lindhorst of Wamego, KS, and Darinda &amp; husband Richard Gerber of Garden City, KS; eleven grandchildren; twenty three great-grandchildren; a longtime friend Ed Reinschmidt of Custer City, OK; and many nieces and nephews. Marlene is preceded in death by her two husbands Dewey Davis and Alex Meier; her parents Floyd &amp; Vera Mitch; and a sister Betty VanLandingham.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 29, 2024, at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City, KS, with Rev. Gerry Dupuis officiating. Graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. also on Monday at Graceland Cemetery in Meade, KS. Visitation hours will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City. The family suggests memorials given to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marlene Davis Meier, 87, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, Kansas. She was born March 23, 1936, in Fargo, Oklahoma, the daughter of Floyd &amp; Vera (Crain) Mitch.Marlene grew up in Fargo, Oklahoma where she attended schools and graduated from Fargo High School in 1954. She then moved to Garden City where she attended Garden City Junior College. On June 10, 1956, she married Dewey Davis in Fargo, Oklahoma. They lived in Manhattan, KS, Medicine Lodge, KS, and Meade, KS. While in Medicine Lodge, she owned and operated a restaurant and while living in Meade she owned and operated a clothing store Marlene’s. Marlene later worked as a nurse’s aide and a physical therapist assistant. Marlene’s husband Dewey died on February 7, 1993. Marlene later married Alex Meier on January 29, 2000, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Alex died in March 2001. Marlene moved to Darrouzett, TX before moving to Woodward, OK. While in Woodward, she volunteered her time working at the hospital. She later moved to Garden City in 2019 where she has lived since.Marlene was a member of the Lutheran Church in Meade, and a member and past president of the Chamber of Commerce in Meade where she was instrumental in starting Dalton Days. She loved to spend her time playing the Keyboard especially with her band, the Davis Sisters. She also enjoyed dancing, bowling, playing golf, traveling especially on cruises, and loved spending time with her family.Survivors include three daughters Carla &amp; husband Nick Cossman of Jetmore, KS, Lana &amp; husband Alan Lindhorst of Wamego, KS, and Darinda &amp; husband Richard Gerber of Garden City, KS; eleven grandchildren; twenty three great-grandchildren; a longtime friend Ed Reinschmidt of Custer City, OK; and many nieces and nephews. Marlene is preceded in death by her two husbands Dewey Davis and Alex Meier; her parents Floyd &amp; Vera Mitch; and a sister Betty VanLandingham.Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 29, 2024, at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City, KS, with Rev. Gerry Dupuis officiating. Graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. also on Monday at Graceland Cemetery in Meade, KS. Visitation hours will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City. The family suggests memorials given to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marlene Davis Meier

Clyde E. Auwarter, age 71, of Ulysses, Kansas, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was born January 20, 1953, in Chillicothe, Missouri, the son of Gracie Childs.

Clyde worked in the oilfield all his life. He was a hard worker and was known for his strong work ethic. He moved to Ulysses 30 years ago. After working in the oilfield several more years, he then retired. Clyde was a movie buff, enjoyed building hot rods, hunting, and guns. He loved to ride motorcycles and feel the wind on his face. He will be remembered for his friendly and outgoing personality and having lived life to the fullest.

Clyde is survived by his son, Jackie Auwarter and wife, Linda of Ulysses; daughter, Kathy Jo Auwarter of McPherson; mother, Gracie Childs of San Antonio, Texas; brother, Julius Auwarter of San Antonio, Texas; sister, Phyllis Gene of San Antonio, Texas; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a great-grandchild on the way.

Per Clyde’s request, cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be given to the Clyde Auwarter Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Clyde E. Auwarter, age 71, of Ulysses, Kansas, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was born January 20, 1953, in Chillicothe, Missouri, the son of Gracie Childs.Clyde worked in the oilfield all his life. He was a hard worker and was known for his strong work ethic. He moved to Ulysses 30 years ago. After working in the oilfield several more years, he then retired. Clyde was a movie buff, enjoyed building hot rods, hunting, and guns. He loved to ride motorcycles and feel the wind on his face. He will be remembered for his friendly and outgoing personality and having lived life to the fullest.Clyde is survived by his son, Jackie Auwarter and wife, Linda of Ulysses; daughter, Kathy Jo Auwarter of McPherson; mother, Gracie Childs of San Antonio, Texas; brother, Julius Auwarter of San Antonio, Texas; sister, Phyllis Gene of San Antonio, Texas; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and a great-grandchild on the way.Per Clyde’s request, cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be given to the Clyde Auwarter Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clyde E. Auwarter

Michael L. Murphy, age 88, of Zurich, KS died Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Redbud Village - Plainville.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, February 2, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St Anthony Catholic Church - Schoenchen, KS.&nbsp; Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

Viewing and Visitation will be Thursday, February 1, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a parish vigil service beginning at 7:00 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

A complete obituary is pending and will be announced by Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

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

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 </figure>Michael L. Murphy, age 88, of Zurich, KS died Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Redbud Village - Plainville.Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, February 2, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St Anthony Catholic Church - Schoenchen, KS.&nbsp; Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.Viewing and Visitation will be Thursday, February 1, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a parish vigil service beginning at 7:00 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.A complete obituary is pending and will be announced by Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Michael's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Michael Leo Murphy

Carolyn Rupp, age 89, of Hays, KS died Thursday January 25, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society - Hays.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady, Help of Christians Catholic Church - Antonino.&nbsp; Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery - Hays.

Viewing and Visitation will be Wednesday, January 31, 2024 from 5 PM to 7 PM with a parish vigil service beginning at 7 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601

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

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 </figure>Carolyn Rupp, age 89, of Hays, KS died Thursday January 25, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society - Hays.Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady, Help of Christians Catholic Church - Antonino.&nbsp; Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery - Hays.Viewing and Visitation will be Wednesday, January 31, 2024 from 5 PM to 7 PM with a parish vigil service beginning at 7 PM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601A complete obituary is pending and will be announced by Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Carolyn's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.&nbsp;

Carolyn Rupp

Xavion Tanner Wilhelm, infant son of Amber Keever and Malachi Wilhelm was stillborn on Monday, January 22, 2024.

He is survived by his parents and his grandparents, Lisa Keever, Frank Brown, Chris Wilhelm, and Mandy Brungardt.

Private family burial will be in Mount Allen Cemetery. Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and condolences may be left for Xavion’s family at www.haysmemorial.com

Xavion Tanner Wilhelm, infant son of Amber Keever and Malachi Wilhelm was stillborn on Monday, January 22, 2024.He is survived by his parents and his grandparents, Lisa Keever, Frank Brown, Chris Wilhelm, and Mandy Brungardt.Private family burial will be in Mount Allen Cemetery. Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and condolences may be left for Xavion’s family at www.haysmemorial.com

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