Maynard Melvin Steitz, 90, La Crosse, Kansas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.

Maynard was born January 25, 1933, on a farm north of Bison, Kansas, the son of Jake and Elizabeth (Wilhelm) Steitz.

He was a 1951 graduate of Bison High School, Bison, Kansas. &nbsp;He graduated from Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, in 1955 with a bachelor of arts degree in economics and business administration.

He was a Navy aviation pilot and flew an F9F Cougar jet aircraft. &nbsp;After the service, he held various positions in the Federal Aviation Administration as a flight safety officer.

Maynard enjoyed golf, reading, and traveled to numerous destinations in and outside of the United States. &nbsp;He was a resident of La Crosse, Kansas, since 2010. &nbsp;He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Otis, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by one sister, Wilma Steadman, La Crosse, Kansas; two sisters-in-law, Mary Steitz, La Crosse, Kansas, and Beverly Steitz, Inola, Oklahoma; and 17 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Leona Steitz; four brothers, Victor, Reinhold, Eberhardt and Leland Steitz; and three sisters, Verneta Healzer, Leona Keil, and Ruby Shank.

Graveside service and interment will be Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Otis, Kansas, with Pastor Phyllis Burdge officiating.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

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

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

<h2>Maynard Melvin Steitz, La Crosse</h2><figure>
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 </figure>January 25, 1933 - November 8, 2023Maynard Melvin Steitz, 90, La Crosse, Kansas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.Maynard was born January 25, 1933, on a farm north of Bison, Kansas, the son of Jake and Elizabeth (Wilhelm) Steitz.He was a 1951 graduate of Bison High School, Bison, Kansas. &nbsp;He graduated from Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, in 1955 with a bachelor of arts degree in economics and business administration.He was a Navy aviation pilot and flew an F9F Cougar jet aircraft. &nbsp;After the service, he held various positions in the Federal Aviation Administration as a flight safety officer.Maynard enjoyed golf, reading, and traveled to numerous destinations in and outside of the United States. &nbsp;He was a resident of La Crosse, Kansas, since 2010. &nbsp;He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Otis, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by one sister, Wilma Steadman, La Crosse, Kansas; two sisters-in-law, Mary Steitz, La Crosse, Kansas, and Beverly Steitz, Inola, Oklahoma; and 17 nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Leona Steitz; four brothers, Victor, Reinhold, Eberhardt and Leland Steitz; and three sisters, Verneta Healzer, Leona Keil, and Ruby Shank.Graveside service and interment will be Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Otis, Kansas, with Pastor Phyllis Burdge officiating.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P.O.&nbsp; Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785-222-2517.

Maynard Melvin Steitz

Our mother Mary Helen (Sutter) Weed passed away on November 9, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1932 to Andrew and Sophie Sutter in Athens, Wisconsin. She was the sixth of seven children, brothers George, Andrew, Eddie, Robert, James and sister Evelyn.

Mom worked at the drug store during high school and went to the Catholic school that was just two blocks from her home, going to Mass with her grandmother every day. In high school she enjoyed band playing the snare drums. 

After high school she and a friend moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and that is where she met Jack Weed. They were married on March 29,1954 at 5 a.m. before Jack shipped out. When Jack got out of the Navy, they traveled back to Kansas to live in a very small trailer in the backyard of Jack’s parents’ home. 

She did ironing and babysitting. She also worked at night at the Levant Nursing home as a nurse’s aide for several years until she got the opportunity to become a cook at the Brewster School. She started cooking in the 1974-75 school year and cooked there till 1995. She loved that job and all the kids. When she retired from the school, she became a breakfast attendant at Holiday Inn Express for several years meeting and becoming friends with returning customers and their families. 

She moved to Colby after being in Levant for several years after Jack died. She missed Levant and looking out the back kitchen window watching the beautiful sunsets and the storms coming from Colorado. Several tornadoes were watched out that window. 

She loved to quilt and several of us have quilts she made. She continued to quilt at the museum and help with bingo at the nursing homes. Sneak cheating on Sudoku and crossword puzzles, playing Barbies with the daycare kids and grandkids was always a good time. As her health failed her, she moved in with Dwight and Susan in December of 2021.

She was a member of several organizations Thomas County RSVP, VFW Woman’s Auxiliary, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Young at Heart Singing Group and Senior Shufflers.

She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws Bessie and Milburn Weed; her husband Jack; sons, David and Chuck and brothers George, Eddie, Robert, Andrew and James.

Survived by her children, Susan (Dwight) Focke, Nancy (David) Ohlrogge, all of Colby and Michael (Michelle) Weed of Levant and daughter-in-law Mary Alice Weed, of Salina; grandchildren Britt and Amanda Focke, of Casper Wyoming, Ryan and Tiffany Stevenson, Selden, KS, Todd and Genevieve Ohlrogge, Eric and Valerie Ohlrogge; Donavon Ohlrogge and Josh Weed, all of Colby, Danielle, Scott City, Adam and Lydia Kirchman, of Salina, Andrew Weed, of Salina, and Jake and Ellie Sullivan, Wichita; 18 great-grandchildren and her sister Evelyn Eder, of Hayward Wisc.

A Memorial Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m., with a rosary prior at 9:30 a.m., Monday November 20, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby. Mass may be viewed on Youtube: Sacred Heart Catholic Parish Colby. Burial will take place at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Colby. 

The family is requesting in lieu of flowers or plants a donation may be made to the Thomas County Community Foundation in honor of Mary’s life and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. She selected the Darren Miller Memorial Food for Kids Fund at the Foundation. This fund is set up to help impact kids in Thomas County with food insecurities. Mary loved kids and would like her legacy to continue to support them.

For information or condolences visit baalmannmannmortuary.com.

<h2>Mary Helen Weed (Sutter)</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Our mother Mary Helen (Sutter) Weed passed away on November 9, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1932 to Andrew and Sophie Sutter in Athens, Wisconsin. She was the sixth of seven children, brothers George, Andrew, Eddie, Robert, James and sister Evelyn.Mom worked at the drug store during high school and went to the Catholic school that was just two blocks from her home, going to Mass with her grandmother every day. In high school she enjoyed band playing the snare drums. After high school she and a friend moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and that is where she met Jack Weed. They were married on March 29,1954 at 5 a.m. before Jack shipped out. When Jack got out of the Navy, they traveled back to Kansas to live in a very small trailer in the backyard of Jack’s parents’ home. She did ironing and babysitting. She also worked at night at the Levant Nursing home as a nurse’s aide for several years until she got the opportunity to become a cook at the Brewster School. She started cooking in the 1974-75 school year and cooked there till 1995. She loved that job and all the kids. When she retired from the school, she became a breakfast attendant at Holiday Inn Express for several years meeting and becoming friends with returning customers and their families. She moved to Colby after being in Levant for several years after Jack died. She missed Levant and looking out the back kitchen window watching the beautiful sunsets and the storms coming from Colorado. Several tornadoes were watched out that window. She loved to quilt and several of us have quilts she made. She continued to quilt at the museum and help with bingo at the nursing homes. Sneak cheating on Sudoku and crossword puzzles, playing Barbies with the daycare kids and grandkids was always a good time. As her health failed her, she moved in with Dwight and Susan in December of 2021.She was a member of several organizations Thomas County RSVP, VFW Woman’s Auxiliary, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Young at Heart Singing Group and Senior Shufflers.She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws Bessie and Milburn Weed; her husband Jack; sons, David and Chuck and brothers George, Eddie, Robert, Andrew and James.Survived by her children, Susan (Dwight) Focke, Nancy (David) Ohlrogge, all of Colby and Michael (Michelle) Weed of Levant and daughter-in-law Mary Alice Weed, of Salina; grandchildren Britt and Amanda Focke, of Casper Wyoming, Ryan and Tiffany Stevenson, Selden, KS, Todd and Genevieve Ohlrogge, Eric and Valerie Ohlrogge; Donavon Ohlrogge and Josh Weed, all of Colby, Danielle, Scott City, Adam and Lydia Kirchman, of Salina, Andrew Weed, of Salina, and Jake and Ellie Sullivan, Wichita; 18 great-grandchildren and her sister Evelyn Eder, of Hayward Wisc.A Memorial Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m., with a rosary prior at 9:30 a.m., Monday November 20, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby. Mass may be viewed on Youtube: Sacred Heart Catholic Parish Colby. Burial will take place at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Colby. The family is requesting in lieu of flowers or plants a donation may be made to the Thomas County Community Foundation in honor of Mary’s life and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. She selected the Darren Miller Memorial Food for Kids Fund at the Foundation. This fund is set up to help impact kids in Thomas County with food insecurities. Mary loved kids and would like her legacy to continue to support them.For information or condolences visit baalmannmannmortuary.com.

Mary Helen Weed (Sutter)

Bernadine Joan Spresser, 90, passed away on November 9, 2023 at her home in Leoville, KS. Bernadine was born on March 5, 1933, on the family farm west of Dresden, KS to Bernard “Ben” and Philomena “Minnie” (Kruse) Ritter. Bernadine was the ninth of eleven children.

Bernadine attended and graduated Leoville Grade and High School in Leoville, KS in 1951. She worked in St. Catherine’s Hospital in McCook, NE as a nurse’s aide until she got married.

On November 22, 1955 Bernadine married her husband of 58 years, Donald Spresser. 

She was a farm wife, gardener, mother, and woman of many talents including making rosaries for the priest and missions. In 1984, she went to work cooking at the Golden Plains Grade School until she retired in 2009, after 25 years of service. Bernadine was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Daughters of Isabella, Legion of Mary, Leoville Altar Society, and the American Legion Auxiliary.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents; three sisters, Alfreda, Florence, and Sister Dolores, and seven brothers, Cletus, Raymond, Seraphim, Francis, Sylvester, Victor, and Dennis; grandson, Brett Spresser; great-granddaughter, Kassidy Frasier, and a foster daughter, Mary Weis.

Bernadine is survived by her seven children: Carl, Delores (Dan) Juenemann, Leroy (Renee), Dennis (Shawn), Daniel (Annette), Alan (Tonya), Donna (Jim) Kindler; 34 grandchildren: Carl – Justin (Chrystina), Austin (Abbi), Kyle (Stephanie), Jordan (Randa), Delores – Mathew (Christy), Michelle, Mark, Megan (Joel), Leroy – Danielle (Eric), Dusty, Darcie (Warkim), Devin (Brandy), Camron, Caitlin (Ben), Dennis – Kelsey (Ben), Katie (Reagan), Kendra (Jordan), Kade (Carly), Daniel – Nichole (Brent), Rilee (Amber), Grant (Jayla), Hailee (Dalton), Alan – Brittney, Tanner, Gabi (Chase), Gannon, Donna – Jacob (Rachel), Rachel (Andy), Kerry, Jay (Amber), Kory, Tessa (Jon), Kaleb (Bailey), Kayla; 66 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Margaret Ritter, and many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Leoville, KS. Burial will follow in the Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Leoville. Visitation will be from 2-7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 12, 2023 at the church. A vigil service will follow at 7:00 pm. 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery and sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740. 

Condolences can be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

<h2>Bernadine Joan Spresser, Leoville</h2>March 5, 1933 - November 9, 2023Bernadine Joan Spresser, 90, passed away on November 9, 2023 at her home in Leoville, KS. Bernadine was born on March 5, 1933, on the family farm west of Dresden, KS to Bernard “Ben” and Philomena “Minnie” (Kruse) Ritter. Bernadine was the ninth of eleven children.Bernadine attended and graduated Leoville Grade and High School in Leoville, KS in 1951. She worked in St. Catherine’s Hospital in McCook, NE as a nurse’s aide until she got married.On November 22, 1955 Bernadine married her husband of 58 years, Donald Spresser. She was a farm wife, gardener, mother, and woman of many talents including making rosaries for the priest and missions. In 1984, she went to work cooking at the Golden Plains Grade School until she retired in 2009, after 25 years of service. Bernadine was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Daughters of Isabella, Legion of Mary, Leoville Altar Society, and the American Legion Auxiliary.She was preceded in death by her husband, parents; three sisters, Alfreda, Florence, and Sister Dolores, and seven brothers, Cletus, Raymond, Seraphim, Francis, Sylvester, Victor, and Dennis; grandson, Brett Spresser; great-granddaughter, Kassidy Frasier, and a foster daughter, Mary Weis.Bernadine is survived by her seven children: Carl, Delores (Dan) Juenemann, Leroy (Renee), Dennis (Shawn), Daniel (Annette), Alan (Tonya), Donna (Jim) Kindler; 34 grandchildren: Carl – Justin (Chrystina), Austin (Abbi), Kyle (Stephanie), Jordan (Randa), Delores – Mathew (Christy), Michelle, Mark, Megan (Joel), Leroy – Danielle (Eric), Dusty, Darcie (Warkim), Devin (Brandy), Camron, Caitlin (Ben), Dennis – Kelsey (Ben), Katie (Reagan), Kendra (Jordan), Kade (Carly), Daniel – Nichole (Brent), Rilee (Amber), Grant (Jayla), Hailee (Dalton), Alan – Brittney, Tanner, Gabi (Chase), Gannon, Donna – Jacob (Rachel), Rachel (Andy), Kerry, Jay (Amber), Kory, Tessa (Jon), Kaleb (Bailey), Kayla; 66 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Margaret Ritter, and many nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Leoville, KS. Burial will follow in the Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Leoville. Visitation will be from 2-7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 12, 2023 at the church. A vigil service will follow at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery and sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740. Condolences can be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

Bernadine Joan Spresser

Coral Lea (Marrs) Silvey, age 81, crossed over from this life peacefully at her home on November 8, 2023, with her husband of 61 years, Larry, at her side.&nbsp;

Coral was the only daughter in a family that included seven brothers. She grew up tough and could do anything she set her mind to. Coral was a caregiver at heart and a jack of all trades. She had an adventurous spirit and a love for learning.&nbsp;

She loved her two daughters, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. To her grandkids and great-grandkids, she will always be their beloved Nana. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Tyler Graff.

Survivors include their children Effie and Kevin Zirnheld of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Sherry and Gary Graff of Marienthal, Kansas, grandchildren Autumn Wagner, Tucker Graff, Trinity Vallejo, and precious great-grandchildren Mavis and Marlow Vallejo.&nbsp;

Coral’s wishes were to leave this world as quietly as she entered it. Therefore, there will be no visitation or funeral.&nbsp;

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<h2>Coral Lea Silvey</h2><figure>
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 </figure>March 13, 1942 - November 8, 2023Coral Lea (Marrs) Silvey, age 81, crossed over from this life peacefully at her home on November 8, 2023, with her husband of 61 years, Larry, at her side.&nbsp;Coral was the only daughter in a family that included seven brothers. She grew up tough and could do anything she set her mind to. Coral was a caregiver at heart and a jack of all trades. She had an adventurous spirit and a love for learning.&nbsp;She loved her two daughters, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. To her grandkids and great-grandkids, she will always be their beloved Nana. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Tyler Graff.Survivors include their children Effie and Kevin Zirnheld of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Sherry and Gary Graff of Marienthal, Kansas, grandchildren Autumn Wagner, Tucker Graff, Trinity Vallejo, and precious great-grandchildren Mavis and Marlow Vallejo.&nbsp;Coral’s wishes were to leave this world as quietly as she entered it. Therefore, there will be no visitation or funeral.&nbsp;To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/013bf6d6-1fd5-46f0-9aaf-ad064f4c7313" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Coral Lea Silvey, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/013bf6d6-1fd5-46f0-9aaf-ad064f4c7313" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Coral Lea Silvey

Bradley L. Mulligan, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his home in Salisaw, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He was born on July 15, 1963, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Kenneth &amp; Norma Jean Jewell Mulligan.&nbsp; 

Bradley grew up in Scott County, Kansas, and was a graduate of Scott Community High School in 1981 and then graduated from Seward County Community College.&nbsp; 

He was a resident of Salisaw, Oklahoma since 1991 where he was a farrier and horseman.

Bradley was a U.S. Army veteran with the rank of Sergeant with the 82nd Airborne.

Survivors include his spouse Bonnie of Salisaw, Oklahoma, son&nbsp; Legend Mulligan of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, daughters&nbsp; Nicole and Johnny Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kaelyn and Allen Scroggins of Poteau, Oklahoma, brother&nbsp; Bryan and Linda Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, grandchildren Johnny Saulsbary, Jr. of Monrovia, Maryland, William Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucy Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucas Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kasen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Aspen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, nephews&nbsp; Clay Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, Trace Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, great-nephews Camden Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, and Bexton Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas.

Bradley was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Brett Mulligan and Brent Mulligan.

Memorial services will be held at a later date in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

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<h2>Bradley Lynn Mulligan, Salisaw, OK</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Bradley L. Mulligan, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his home in Salisaw, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He was born on July 15, 1963, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Kenneth &amp; Norma Jean Jewell Mulligan.&nbsp; Bradley grew up in Scott County, Kansas, and was a graduate of Scott Community High School in 1981 and then graduated from Seward County Community College.&nbsp; He was a resident of Salisaw, Oklahoma since 1991 where he was a farrier and horseman.Bradley was a U.S. Army veteran with the rank of Sergeant with the 82nd Airborne.Survivors include his spouse Bonnie of Salisaw, Oklahoma, son&nbsp; Legend Mulligan of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, daughters&nbsp; Nicole and Johnny Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kaelyn and Allen Scroggins of Poteau, Oklahoma, brother&nbsp; Bryan and Linda Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, grandchildren Johnny Saulsbary, Jr. of Monrovia, Maryland, William Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucy Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucas Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kasen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Aspen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, nephews&nbsp; Clay Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, Trace Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, great-nephews Camden Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, and Bexton Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas.Bradley was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Brett Mulligan and Brent Mulligan.Memorial services will be held at a later date in Fort Smith, Arkansas.There will be no calling times.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/35c7e2c1-aa6f-4a63-9b3e-c73e06f3a27b" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Bradley Lynn Mulligan, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/35c7e2c1-aa6f-4a63-9b3e-c73e06f3a27b" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Bradley Lynn Mulligan

&nbsp;Eleanor Josephine Bauer, 91, passed away November 9, 2023 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.

She was born September 15, 1932 in Ellinwood, Kansas, the daughter of David Frederick and Frances Josephine Sprinker Hammeke. &nbsp;

She was raised in Ellinwood and graduated from Ellinwood High School. She moved to Burdett in 1952. She was a homemaker, loved cooking and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Altar Society, Holy Rosary Altar Society and Burdett Seniors. &nbsp;

On April 26, 1952 she married Lawrence L. Bauer in Ellinwood, Kansas; he passed away December 6, 2013.&nbsp;

Survivors include four sons, Tom (Karen) Bauer, Denton, Texas, Brad (Shelley) Bauer, Burdett, Alan (Mary) Bauer, Rogers, Arkansas, and Dana Bauer, Burdett; one daughter, Annette (Kent) Reece, Burdett; two brothers, Robert (Bernadine) Hammeke, Rozel and Richard Hammeke, Ellinwood; two sister-in-laws, Louise Hammeke and Angie Hammeke, both of Ellinwood; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-nine great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by; her parents; four sisters, Ethel Ringwald, Bernice Bryant, Kathleen Dauber, and Alice Fountain; two brothers, Vernon Hammeke and Keith Hammeke.

Funeral Mass will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Anselm Eke and Father Bernard Felix presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, November 12, 2023, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the mortuary, vigil service and rosary will be at 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. Burial will be at Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Burdett Seniors, Inc. in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. &nbsp;

Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Eleanor Josephine Bauer, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/eleanor-bauer/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Eleanor Josephine Bauer, Burdett</h2><figure>
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 </figure>September 15, 1932 - November 9, 2023&nbsp;Eleanor Josephine Bauer, 91, passed away November 9, 2023 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.She was born September 15, 1932 in Ellinwood, Kansas, the daughter of David Frederick and Frances Josephine Sprinker Hammeke. &nbsp;She was raised in Ellinwood and graduated from Ellinwood High School. She moved to Burdett in 1952. She was a homemaker, loved cooking and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Altar Society, Holy Rosary Altar Society and Burdett Seniors. &nbsp;On April 26, 1952 she married Lawrence L. Bauer in Ellinwood, Kansas; he passed away December 6, 2013.&nbsp;Survivors include four sons, Tom (Karen) Bauer, Denton, Texas, Brad (Shelley) Bauer, Burdett, Alan (Mary) Bauer, Rogers, Arkansas, and Dana Bauer, Burdett; one daughter, Annette (Kent) Reece, Burdett; two brothers, Robert (Bernadine) Hammeke, Rozel and Richard Hammeke, Ellinwood; two sister-in-laws, Louise Hammeke and Angie Hammeke, both of Ellinwood; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-nine great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by; her parents; four sisters, Ethel Ringwald, Bernice Bryant, Kathleen Dauber, and Alice Fountain; two brothers, Vernon Hammeke and Keith Hammeke.Funeral Mass will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Anselm Eke and Father Bernard Felix presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, November 12, 2023, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the mortuary, vigil service and rosary will be at 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. Burial will be at Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Burdett Seniors, Inc. in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. &nbsp;Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Eleanor Josephine Bauer, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/eleanor-bauer/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Eleanor Josephine Bauer

Coradell Hickman was born to Grover Cleveland and Cora Thacker in Gove, Kansas on July 22,1930. Coradell was one of seven children (Grover, Price, Annabele, Arlene, Mary and James. 

Coradell moved to Luray when she was 12 and graduated from Luray High School in 1948. 

During this time she met her future husband and love of her life, Clinton Hickman, also from Luray. For over 50 years they were inseparable raising two children; Randall Hickman of Vista, California and Rodney Hickman of Riverside, California. Coradell’s mother-in-law (Edith Hickman) lived with Coradell and Clinton for over 30 years where Coradell, in later years, provided care and loving support.

For over 20 years she owned and operated the Bluebird Beauty Salon in Vista, California in which she thoroughly enjoyed meeting and visiting her clients. Coradell and Clinton briefly moved back to Luray in the early 1970s where Rodney graduated from Luray High School.

In the late 1970s Coradell and Clinton moved back to Vista, California where she began work as an office manager for Las Villas De Carlsbad (Retirement Center) which she enjoyed for over 20 years.

Clinton and Coradell were true partners in life and in each others endeavors. While Coradell was working at what she liked Clinton worked for San Diego County as a construction foreman for over 20 years and then went on to success as a real estate investor and the owner of a street sweeping company which had contracts with five major cities in San Diego County.

There is an adage that goes “You can take the girl out of the country but you can’t take the country out of the girl.” No statement was more true for Coradell. She loved Kansas and all the friends and family that lived and stayed there. For the past several years, Coradell had weekly telephone visits with family and friends which she greatly enjoyed.

Coradell is survived by her son Randall, spouse Ginger and grandson Rory Mark; as well as Rodney Hickman, spouse Patricia and grandson Dakota. She is also survived by her brother James Thacker and his wife Sylvia of Granite Bay, California. As well, she is survived by many nephews and nieces from both the Thacker and Hickman Families.

To sum up the life of Coradell Hickman she was a loving, classy, hardworking, and caring woman who lived a full life and now joins Clinton (her beloved partner in life).

Coradell was taken by the lord on the evening of November 5, 2023 at a skilled nursing facility in Encinitas, California to which she was taken after her stroke five weeks earlier.

Coradell fought and gave it all she could to beat the stroke; however, she was finally beaten by COVID.

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<h2>Coradell Hickman</h2><figure>
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 </figure>July 22, 1930 - November 5, 2023Coradell Hickman was born to Grover Cleveland and Cora Thacker in Gove, Kansas on July 22,1930. Coradell was one of seven children (Grover, Price, Annabele, Arlene, Mary and James. Coradell moved to Luray when she was 12 and graduated from Luray High School in 1948. During this time she met her future husband and love of her life, Clinton Hickman, also from Luray. For over 50 years they were inseparable raising two children; Randall Hickman of Vista, California and Rodney Hickman of Riverside, California. Coradell’s mother-in-law (Edith Hickman) lived with Coradell and Clinton for over 30 years where Coradell, in later years, provided care and loving support.For over 20 years she owned and operated the Bluebird Beauty Salon in Vista, California in which she thoroughly enjoyed meeting and visiting her clients. Coradell and Clinton briefly moved back to Luray in the early 1970s where Rodney graduated from Luray High School.In the late 1970s Coradell and Clinton moved back to Vista, California where she began work as an office manager for Las Villas De Carlsbad (Retirement Center) which she enjoyed for over 20 years.Clinton and Coradell were true partners in life and in each others endeavors. While Coradell was working at what she liked Clinton worked for San Diego County as a construction foreman for over 20 years and then went on to success as a real estate investor and the owner of a street sweeping company which had contracts with five major cities in San Diego County.There is an adage that goes “You can take the girl out of the country but you can’t take the country out of the girl.” No statement was more true for Coradell. She loved Kansas and all the friends and family that lived and stayed there. For the past several years, Coradell had weekly telephone visits with family and friends which she greatly enjoyed.Coradell is survived by her son Randall, spouse Ginger and grandson Rory Mark; as well as Rodney Hickman, spouse Patricia and grandson Dakota. She is also survived by her brother James Thacker and his wife Sylvia of Granite Bay, California. As well, she is survived by many nephews and nieces from both the Thacker and Hickman Families.To sum up the life of Coradell Hickman she was a loving, classy, hardworking, and caring woman who lived a full life and now joins Clinton (her beloved partner in life).Coradell was taken by the lord on the evening of November 5, 2023 at a skilled nursing facility in Encinitas, California to which she was taken after her stroke five weeks earlier.Coradell fought and gave it all she could to beat the stroke; however, she was finally beaten by COVID.To send flowers to the family of Coradell, please&nbsp;<a href="http://rodrickminear-luray-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29854457&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.837611060.1682956848:GS1.1.1699624622.94.1.1699624631.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Coradell Hickman

Kimball “Kim” Lynn Brainard, age 72 of Plainville, KS, passed away Friday, November 3, 2023 at Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS. He was born February 28, 1951 in Colby, KS to Dorothy (Sloan) and Jesse Brainard, of Selden, KS.

Kim attended Selden Grade School and Hoxie High School, graduating in 1969. He attended the Northwest Kansas Area Vocational Technical School in Goodland, KS, graduating in 1971. 

He enlisted in the Air Force, serving in the 436 Transport Squadron at Dover Air Force Base as a Special Vehicle Repairman for the C5 airplane from 1972-1974 after attending Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX in 1971. 

He married Kathy Spresser in 1972, later divorcing. He married Eleanor Wherry in 1997.

Kim worked in the agricultural field, farming with family. He joined the Co-op system and became a petroleum manager, serving at various locations in Kansas, Iowa, and Colorado before retiring in 2016. He enjoyed woodworking and spent time in his shop creating wood items. He enjoyed socializing with friends and family.

Kim is survived by his wife Eleanor Wherry of Plainville; his daughter, Beth (Brainard) Harmon and her husband, Trevor Harmon, and his grandchildren Chloe Harmon and Toby Harmon of Bennington, KS; his stepdaughter, Rebecca Rowlison and her husband, Sam Martin, of Fort Collins, CO; his sister Sharon Karns of Colorado Springs, CO; his brother Tim Brainard and wife Cindy of Phoenix, AZ; and his twin sister, Camille Applegate, of Denver, CO.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Dorothy (Sloan) Brainard, and his brother, Robert Brainard.

Memorial services to celebrate Kim’s life and honor his memory will be held at the Selden United Methodist Church in Selden, KS 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 10, 2023. Inurnment with military honors will follow in the Selden Cemetery.

Memorial visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Kim's name.

Memories and words of comfort my be shared on Kim’s tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Services in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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<h2>Kimball 'Kim' L. Brainard, Plainville</h2><figure>
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 </figure>February 28, 1951 - November 3, 2023Kimball “Kim” Lynn Brainard, age 72 of Plainville, KS, passed away Friday, November 3, 2023 at Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS. He was born February 28, 1951 in Colby, KS to Dorothy (Sloan) and Jesse Brainard, of Selden, KS.Kim attended Selden Grade School and Hoxie High School, graduating in 1969. He attended the Northwest Kansas Area Vocational Technical School in Goodland, KS, graduating in 1971. He enlisted in the Air Force, serving in the 436 Transport Squadron at Dover Air Force Base as a Special Vehicle Repairman for the C5 airplane from 1972-1974 after attending Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX in 1971. He married Kathy Spresser in 1972, later divorcing. He married Eleanor Wherry in 1997.Kim worked in the agricultural field, farming with family. He joined the Co-op system and became a petroleum manager, serving at various locations in Kansas, Iowa, and Colorado before retiring in 2016. He enjoyed woodworking and spent time in his shop creating wood items. He enjoyed socializing with friends and family.Kim is survived by his wife Eleanor Wherry of Plainville; his daughter, Beth (Brainard) Harmon and her husband, Trevor Harmon, and his grandchildren Chloe Harmon and Toby Harmon of Bennington, KS; his stepdaughter, Rebecca Rowlison and her husband, Sam Martin, of Fort Collins, CO; his sister Sharon Karns of Colorado Springs, CO; his brother Tim Brainard and wife Cindy of Phoenix, AZ; and his twin sister, Camille Applegate, of Denver, CO.He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Dorothy (Sloan) Brainard, and his brother, Robert Brainard.Memorial services to celebrate Kim’s life and honor his memory will be held at the Selden United Methodist Church in Selden, KS 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 10, 2023. Inurnment with military honors will follow in the Selden Cemetery.Memorial visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Kim's name.Memories and words of comfort my be shared on Kim’s tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.Services in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.To send flowers to the family of Kimball "Kim", please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29795090&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1699543786.181.1.1699543793.53.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Kimball 'Kim' L. Brainard

Sylvia Ann Campbell Reinking was born on June 8, 1940, on a farm in rural Portis, Kansas. She passed away November 7, 2023, at her home. She was the fifth of seven children born to John Scott and Iva Marie Hendrickson Campbell. 

Sylvia was educated in a one-room rural school in Osborne County and graduated from Osborne High School in 1958.

Sylvia was baptized as an infant and was a member of the Mayflower EUB Church. 

In 1961 she was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at the Zion Lutheran Church in Downs, Kansas. She has been a member of the American Lutheran Church in Smith Center, Kansas since 1962. Sylvia had a very strong faith in God and her service to God was important to her. She served as a Sunday School and Bible school teacher when her children were young. Sylvia was very active in the women’s organization serving at the local and conference levels and served on the church council.

On December 6, 1959, she was united in marriage to Edward A. Reinking. To this union, two sons were born, Vernon Edward and Bradley Scott.

Ed and Sylvia moved to Smith Center in April of 1962 where they resided until her death. At the time of their marriage Ed and Sylvia lived on a farm north of Cawker City and moved to Smith Center a few years later.

Sylvia’s family was very precious and important to her. One of her favorite activities was to entertain her granddaughters Erin and Lacie and friends over for tea parties. She made porcelain dolls for the girls as they would dress up in old clothes, shoes, hats, and jewelry as they had tea with their dollies. With her grandsons Blaine and Grant, she would play baseball, football, basketball, and all the things little boys liked to do. Sylvia would stand in one place, put the football on the ground and call out “touchdown” which was to the delight of the little boys. When it snowed, she would take the children outside, go snow sledding and teach them the game of Fox and Geese. As the children grew, Ed and Sylvia followed many ball games in the summer and fall, sometimes traveling many miles to be a part of the lives of their grandchildren.

Sylvia was very active in serving her community. She was a member of the Garden Lore Club, Dollies at Home on the Range, Bible study, a charter member of the Red Hat Society and Prairie Treasure Quilt Guild. She volunteered many years with the American Cancer Society and Meals on Wheels.

She is proceeded in death by her parents John and Iva Campbell, two sisters, Shirley Hays and Irene Macy, two bothers, Wendell Campbell and Bill Campbell.

 She is survived by her husband Ed of the home, sons Vernon and wife Bert of Smith Center, Bradley and wife Jenny of Spring Hill Kansas, grandchildren Erin Weinman and husband Jon of Phillipsburg, Kansas, Lacie Mostek and husband Brent of St. Paul, Nebraska, Blaine Reinking of Eldorado, Kansas and Grant Reinking and friend Grace Truelove of Kansas City, Kansas, and four great-grandchildren. Also survived by siblings Charlene Tuxhorn of Smith Center, Junior Campbell and wife Marge of Portis, Kansas.

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<h2>Sylvia Ann Reinking, Smith Center</h2><figure>
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 </figure>June 8, 1940 - November 7, 2023Sylvia Ann Campbell Reinking was born on June 8, 1940, on a farm in rural Portis, Kansas. She passed away November 7, 2023, at her home. She was the fifth of seven children born to John Scott and Iva Marie Hendrickson Campbell. Sylvia was educated in a one-room rural school in Osborne County and graduated from Osborne High School in 1958.Sylvia was baptized as an infant and was a member of the Mayflower EUB Church. In 1961 she was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at the Zion Lutheran Church in Downs, Kansas. She has been a member of the American Lutheran Church in Smith Center, Kansas since 1962. Sylvia had a very strong faith in God and her service to God was important to her. She served as a Sunday School and Bible school teacher when her children were young. Sylvia was very active in the women’s organization serving at the local and conference levels and served on the church council.On December 6, 1959, she was united in marriage to Edward A. Reinking. To this union, two sons were born, Vernon Edward and Bradley Scott.Ed and Sylvia moved to Smith Center in April of 1962 where they resided until her death. At the time of their marriage Ed and Sylvia lived on a farm north of Cawker City and moved to Smith Center a few years later.Sylvia’s family was very precious and important to her. One of her favorite activities was to entertain her granddaughters Erin and Lacie and friends over for tea parties. She made porcelain dolls for the girls as they would dress up in old clothes, shoes, hats, and jewelry as they had tea with their dollies. With her grandsons Blaine and Grant, she would play baseball, football, basketball, and all the things little boys liked to do. Sylvia would stand in one place, put the football on the ground and call out “touchdown” which was to the delight of the little boys. When it snowed, she would take the children outside, go snow sledding and teach them the game of Fox and Geese. As the children grew, Ed and Sylvia followed many ball games in the summer and fall, sometimes traveling many miles to be a part of the lives of their grandchildren.Sylvia was very active in serving her community. She was a member of the Garden Lore Club, Dollies at Home on the Range, Bible study, a charter member of the Red Hat Society and Prairie Treasure Quilt Guild. She volunteered many years with the American Cancer Society and Meals on Wheels.She is proceeded in death by her parents John and Iva Campbell, two sisters, Shirley Hays and Irene Macy, two bothers, Wendell Campbell and Bill Campbell. She is survived by her husband Ed of the home, sons Vernon and wife Bert of Smith Center, Bradley and wife Jenny of Spring Hill Kansas, grandchildren Erin Weinman and husband Jon of Phillipsburg, Kansas, Lacie Mostek and husband Brent of St. Paul, Nebraska, Blaine Reinking of Eldorado, Kansas and Grant Reinking and friend Grace Truelove of Kansas City, Kansas, and four great-grandchildren. Also survived by siblings Charlene Tuxhorn of Smith Center, Junior Campbell and wife Marge of Portis, Kansas.To send flowers to the family of Sylvia, please&nbsp;<a href="http://simmonsrentschler-mortuary.tributestore.com/?oId=29843730&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.837611060.1682956848:GS1.1.1699543084.93.1.1699543089.55.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Sylvia Ann Reinking

Tracy Lynn Ellegood, of Colby, was born January 13, 1967. He passed away November 5, 2023, at Citizens Medical Center, in Colby, at the age of 56.

Tracy attended Oakley and Monument Schools and went on to attend Cloud County Community College. 

There he met the love of his life, Tiffany Diane Peck. To this union three children, Brittany (Jeff) Sekavec, Max (Renee) Ellegood and Bailey (Koda) Ellegood.

Tracy worked in several fields but found his niche with Western Plains Energy 20 years ago. Tracy loved his work. 

He loved football, especially the Raiders, and had recently gotten to tour their entire stadium. Additionally, he had a knack for his savvy and non-traditional moves, winning many fantasy football championships, finding joy and friendship along the way. He also enjoyed playing cards with many friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his wife Tiffany, brother Barry and father-in-law Merlin Peck.

Tracy is survived by his parents, Ben and Donnette (Nelson) Ellegood; three children; two brothers, Shane and Lance; mother-in-law Bonnie Ross and his biggest joy, his grandson Nik.

A memorial service will take place at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, at the Gateway Fellowship in Oakley, KS. 

Memorials may be made to Tracy Ellegood Grandchildren’s Education Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 

For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Tracy Lynn Ellegood, Colby</h2><figure>
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 </figure>January 13, 1967 - November 5, 2023Tracy Lynn Ellegood, of Colby, was born January 13, 1967. He passed away November 5, 2023, at Citizens Medical Center, in Colby, at the age of 56.Tracy attended Oakley and Monument Schools and went on to attend Cloud County Community College. There he met the love of his life, Tiffany Diane Peck. To this union three children, Brittany (Jeff) Sekavec, Max (Renee) Ellegood and Bailey (Koda) Ellegood.Tracy worked in several fields but found his niche with Western Plains Energy 20 years ago. Tracy loved his work. He loved football, especially the Raiders, and had recently gotten to tour their entire stadium. Additionally, he had a knack for his savvy and non-traditional moves, winning many fantasy football championships, finding joy and friendship along the way. He also enjoyed playing cards with many friends and family.He was preceded in death by his wife Tiffany, brother Barry and father-in-law Merlin Peck.Tracy is survived by his parents, Ben and Donnette (Nelson) Ellegood; three children; two brothers, Shane and Lance; mother-in-law Bonnie Ross and his biggest joy, his grandson Nik.A memorial service will take place at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, at the Gateway Fellowship in Oakley, KS. Memorials may be made to Tracy Ellegood Grandchildren’s Education Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tracy Lynn Ellegood

Rosie B. Staab, age 88, of Sheridan, Colorado, formerly of Hays, Kansas passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Cherrelyn Assisted Living Center in Littleton, Colorado.

Rosie was born February 2, 1935 in Victoria, Kansas to Fidelis and Philomena (Knoll) Kreutzer. 

On June 13, 1953 she married Alfred J. “Al” Staab. He preceded her in death on November 30, 2006. 

Rosie was a homemaker and enjoyed word puzzles in her spare time. She was a past member of St. Joseph’s Church in Hays.

She is survived by three sons, Duane (Jolene) Staab of Kersey, Colorado, Alfred (Susan) Staab, Jr. of Westminster, Co., Jeffrey (Michele)Staab of Clovis, California; a daughter, Karen Priefert of Littleton, Colorado; a brother, Francis (Vivian) Kreutzer of Hays; a sister, Melva Marmion of Sarasota, Florida; nine grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, seven brothers and five sisters.

Visitation will be Sunday November 12, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 7 :00 p.m. with a combine parish vigil and rosary service at 6:30 p.m., all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Catharine, Kansas. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Catherine Cemetery Fund.

We invite you to share your memories and words of comfort with the family on Rosie's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

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<h2>Rosie B. Staab, Sheridan, CO</h2><figure>
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 </figure>February 2, 1935 - November 4, 2023Rosie B. Staab, age 88, of Sheridan, Colorado, formerly of Hays, Kansas passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Cherrelyn Assisted Living Center in Littleton, Colorado.Rosie was born February 2, 1935 in Victoria, Kansas to Fidelis and Philomena (Knoll) Kreutzer. On June 13, 1953 she married Alfred J. “Al” Staab. He preceded her in death on November 30, 2006. Rosie was a homemaker and enjoyed word puzzles in her spare time. She was a past member of St. Joseph’s Church in Hays.She is survived by three sons, Duane (Jolene) Staab of Kersey, Colorado, Alfred (Susan) Staab, Jr. of Westminster, Co., Jeffrey (Michele)Staab of Clovis, California; a daughter, Karen Priefert of Littleton, Colorado; a brother, Francis (Vivian) Kreutzer of Hays; a sister, Melva Marmion of Sarasota, Florida; nine grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, seven brothers and five sisters.Visitation will be Sunday November 12, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 7 :00 p.m. with a combine parish vigil and rosary service at 6:30 p.m., all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Catharine, Kansas. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Catherine Cemetery Fund.We invite you to share your memories and words of comfort with the family on Rosie's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.To send flowers to the family of Rosie, please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29843936&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1699456353.179.1.1699456992.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Rosie B. Staab

Lawrence "Lawdy" Herman, age 87 of Ellis, Kansas passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at HaysMed.&nbsp;

Lawdy was born on August 9, 1936, on the family farmstead in Trego County, Kansas to Nick and Anna (Lang) Herman.

Lawdy was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from Ellis High School in 01956. 

On June 20, 1959 he married JoAnn Gabel, but later divorced.

Lawdy was a legend all his own, always living life to the fullest. He was always happy and wanted others to be “happy, happy, happy.” 

He dedicated many years of his life to working in the oilfield, a job that he took great pride in.&nbsp;

He was a lover of polka, pinochle, golfing, and hunting. However, his greatest joy came from being with his beloved friends and family. He liked his beer, he never wanted anyone to be thirsty. He never let a kid come into his house without offering a pop or popsicle. 

He was a devoted Catholic and faithful member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp;Lawdy was a member of the Ellis Knights of Columbus 3rd and 4th degree. 

He loved his cars, especially his ‘57 Chevy and his Roadrunner. On a nice sunny day, you could find him in “Lawdys Fun Haven” throwing shoes and by dark, playing cards. He was always surrounded by friends and family, and Jack “the bodyguard” never left his side.

He cherished his role as a father to his daughter Peggy Deutscher and his two sons, Randy Herman and Sam Herman. The importance of family was immeasurable.

Surviving him are his children, Peggy (Herman) Deutscher, Randy Herman and wife Debbie, and Sam Herman; two brothers Ervin (Sunny) Herman of Ellis and LeRoy Herman of Denver. Additionally, he leaves behind grandchildren Jared Deutscher, Bailey (Matt) Dinkel, Kiley Herman, and Jose Herman as well as great-grandchildren Hattee Deutscher, Sutton Dinkel, and Jentry Dinkel.

He is preceded in death by his parents Nick and Anna Herman; brothers Theodore, Clarence, and Louis; sisters Sr. Annice, Laurine, Lydia, Stella, Bernice, and Rita.

Services in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel; 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery.

Memorial visitation will be 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunday with a combined rosary and parish vigil at 6:30 p.m., all at the church.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared with the family on Lawdy's tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Church.

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<h2>Lawrence 'Lawdy' Herman, Ellis</h2><figure>
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 </figure>August 9, 1936 - November 7, 2023Lawrence "Lawdy" Herman, age 87 of Ellis, Kansas passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at HaysMed.&nbsp;Lawdy was born on August 9, 1936, on the family farmstead in Trego County, Kansas to Nick and Anna (Lang) Herman.Lawdy was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from Ellis High School in 01956. On June 20, 1959 he married JoAnn Gabel, but later divorced.Lawdy was a legend all his own, always living life to the fullest. He was always happy and wanted others to be “happy, happy, happy.” He dedicated many years of his life to working in the oilfield, a job that he took great pride in.&nbsp;He was a lover of polka, pinochle, golfing, and hunting. However, his greatest joy came from being with his beloved friends and family. He liked his beer, he never wanted anyone to be thirsty. He never let a kid come into his house without offering a pop or popsicle. He was a devoted Catholic and faithful member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp;Lawdy was a member of the Ellis Knights of Columbus 3rd and 4th degree. He loved his cars, especially his ‘57 Chevy and his Roadrunner. On a nice sunny day, you could find him in “Lawdys Fun Haven” throwing shoes and by dark, playing cards. He was always surrounded by friends and family, and Jack “the bodyguard” never left his side.He cherished his role as a father to his daughter Peggy Deutscher and his two sons, Randy Herman and Sam Herman. The importance of family was immeasurable.Surviving him are his children, Peggy (Herman) Deutscher, Randy Herman and wife Debbie, and Sam Herman; two brothers Ervin (Sunny) Herman of Ellis and LeRoy Herman of Denver. Additionally, he leaves behind grandchildren Jared Deutscher, Bailey (Matt) Dinkel, Kiley Herman, and Jose Herman as well as great-grandchildren Hattee Deutscher, Sutton Dinkel, and Jentry Dinkel.He is preceded in death by his parents Nick and Anna Herman; brothers Theodore, Clarence, and Louis; sisters Sr. Annice, Laurine, Lydia, Stella, Bernice, and Rita.Services in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel; 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery.Memorial visitation will be 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunday with a combined rosary and parish vigil at 6:30 p.m., all at the church.Memories and words of comfort may be shared with the family on Lawdy's tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Church.To send flowers to the family of Lawrence "Lawdy", please&nbsp;<a href="http://keithley-funeral-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29839418&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1699456353.179.1.1699456359.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Lawrence 'Lawdy' Herman

Margaret A. “Marge” Roy was born March 30, 1926, on the family farm northwest of Selden, KS to Gottfried “Fred” and Sarah “Sadie” (McDonald) Mumm. She passed away peacefully on Monday, November 6, 2023, at the Rawlins County Hospital in Atwood, KS, at the age of 97.

Marge was one of 16 children and was raised on the family farm with 12 brothers and sisters, and attended school in Selden, KS.

After high school, Marge worked in Denver, CO, and Colby where she met her future husband. She married Eugene F. “Gene” Roy from Damar, KS on October 7, 1947, in Osage, IA. He was the love of her life, and they were married for 66 years before Gene passed away on November 12, 2013. They lived in several places in Kansas, Iowa, and Missouri; and settled in Phillipsburg, KS in 1949. 

Marge was a homemaker raising five children and worked hard to make a good home for her family. She enjoyed being a wife, mother and grandmother. She also worked for the Phillipsburg School District for more than 30 years in the cafeteria. After retiring she and Gene moved to Atwood, KS in 1996 where they were members of the Sacred Heart Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene “Gene” Roy; her parents Sarah “Sadie” and Gottfried “Fred” Mumm; brothers, Sylvester Paul, Gottfried Bernard, Frederick “Fritz”, Hubert, Charles “Bud”, and Clement “Clem” Mumm; sisters, Juliann Mumm, Anogene “Annie” Rogers, Josephine “Jo” Douglass, Eleanor “Norie” Rogers, Alberta “Berta” Ritter, and Clara “Sis” Newton; and two grandchildren.

Margaret was a much-loved wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved her family and took great pleasure in being with them. She was a gentle, kindhearted, generous, fun loving and determined woman that was loved by those whose life she touched.

She is survived by her three daughters, Shirley Dykes, Phoenix, AZ; Doris Chase and husband Dustin, Salina, KS and Connie Cooper and husband Mike, Atwood, KS; two sons, Duane Roy, Trinidad, CO and Mike Roy and wife Carole, Centennial, CO; 11 grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, four stepgreat-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild; brother Kenneth “Kenny” Mumm; two sisters, Mary Dolores “Dode” Raile and Joan “Judy” and husband Gordon Smith; and sisters-in-law Gail Mumm, Vicky Mumm and Pat Mumm.

Visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Thursday, Nov 9, 2023, at Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, KS, with a vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Atwood, KS. 

Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children or Sacred Heart Catholic Church and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 

Online condolences: www.baalmannmortuary.com.

<h2>Margaret A. Roy (Mumm)</h2>&nbsp;March 30, 1928 - November 6, 2023<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699538561878.png" alt="Margaret A. Roy (Mumm)" />
 <figcaption>Margaret A. Roy (Mumm)</figcaption>
 </figure>Margaret A. “Marge” Roy was born March 30, 1926, on the family farm northwest of Selden, KS to Gottfried “Fred” and Sarah “Sadie” (McDonald) Mumm. She passed away peacefully on Monday, November 6, 2023, at the Rawlins County Hospital in Atwood, KS, at the age of 97.Marge was one of 16 children and was raised on the family farm with 12 brothers and sisters, and attended school in Selden, KS.After high school, Marge worked in Denver, CO, and Colby where she met her future husband. She married Eugene F. “Gene” Roy from Damar, KS on October 7, 1947, in Osage, IA. He was the love of her life, and they were married for 66 years before Gene passed away on November 12, 2013. They lived in several places in Kansas, Iowa, and Missouri; and settled in Phillipsburg, KS in 1949. Marge was a homemaker raising five children and worked hard to make a good home for her family. She enjoyed being a wife, mother and grandmother. She also worked for the Phillipsburg School District for more than 30 years in the cafeteria. After retiring she and Gene moved to Atwood, KS in 1996 where they were members of the Sacred Heart Church.She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene “Gene” Roy; her parents Sarah “Sadie” and Gottfried “Fred” Mumm; brothers, Sylvester Paul, Gottfried Bernard, Frederick “Fritz”, Hubert, Charles “Bud”, and Clement “Clem” Mumm; sisters, Juliann Mumm, Anogene “Annie” Rogers, Josephine “Jo” Douglass, Eleanor “Norie” Rogers, Alberta “Berta” Ritter, and Clara “Sis” Newton; and two grandchildren.Margaret was a much-loved wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved her family and took great pleasure in being with them. She was a gentle, kindhearted, generous, fun loving and determined woman that was loved by those whose life she touched.She is survived by her three daughters, Shirley Dykes, Phoenix, AZ; Doris Chase and husband Dustin, Salina, KS and Connie Cooper and husband Mike, Atwood, KS; two sons, Duane Roy, Trinidad, CO and Mike Roy and wife Carole, Centennial, CO; 11 grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, four stepgreat-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild; brother Kenneth “Kenny” Mumm; two sisters, Mary Dolores “Dode” Raile and Joan “Judy” and husband Gordon Smith; and sisters-in-law Gail Mumm, Vicky Mumm and Pat Mumm.Visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., Thursday, Nov 9, 2023, at Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, KS, with a vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Atwood, KS. Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children or Sacred Heart Catholic Church and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Online condolences: www.baalmannmortuary.com.

Margaret A. Roy (Mumm)

Rose Marie Frieb, 94, died November 7, 2023, surrounded by her family, at River Bend Assisted Living, Great Bend, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born December 15, 1928, at St. Rose Hospital in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Adolph and Rose (Hickey) Bahr. &nbsp;

Rose graduated from St. Ann’s Catholic School in Olmitz and then went on to receive her registered nursing degree from St. Rose School of Nursing.

On July 16, 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, Marion Francis Frieb at St. Ann Catholic Church in Olmitz. To this union were blessed six children which they raised together on the farm south of Olmitz. 

Rose was a talented crafter and seamstress, making all of her kids clothing. She had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. She was a proud grandma and great-grandma, that will be remembered for her good cooking especially at Christmas which was her favorite holiday.

Rose was a lifelong member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church and Altar Society.&nbsp;

She is survived by her six children; Carol Scheuerman (Craig) of Bison, Cathi Farha (Ned) of Wichita, Anita Hobbs (Bruce) of Mount Hope, Daniel Frieb (Teresa) of Olmitz, Timothy Frieb (Amy) of Olmitz, and Jan Frieb of Hutchinson; a brother, Eugene Bahr of Olmitz; brother-in-law, Neil Frieb of Olmitz; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren with one more on the way.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, Roland Bahr, and sister, Teresa “Tessie” Jilg.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home. Family will greet friends at St. Ann’s Catholic Church from 6 to 8 p.m., with vigil and rosary to begin at 7 p.m..

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 11, 2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas, celebrated by Father Warren Stecklein. Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz.

Memorials may be made to St. Ann’s Catholic Church or Gentiva Hospice, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rose Marie Frieb, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/rose-frieb/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Rose Marie Frieb</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699481174952.jpeg" alt="Rose Marie Frieb" />
 <figcaption>Rose Marie Frieb</figcaption>
 </figure>December 15, 1928 - November 7, 2023Rose Marie Frieb, 94, died November 7, 2023, surrounded by her family, at River Bend Assisted Living, Great Bend, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born December 15, 1928, at St. Rose Hospital in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Adolph and Rose (Hickey) Bahr. &nbsp;Rose graduated from St. Ann’s Catholic School in Olmitz and then went on to receive her registered nursing degree from St. Rose School of Nursing.On July 16, 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, Marion Francis Frieb at St. Ann Catholic Church in Olmitz. To this union were blessed six children which they raised together on the farm south of Olmitz. Rose was a talented crafter and seamstress, making all of her kids clothing. She had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. She was a proud grandma and great-grandma, that will be remembered for her good cooking especially at Christmas which was her favorite holiday.Rose was a lifelong member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church and Altar Society.&nbsp;She is survived by her six children; Carol Scheuerman (Craig) of Bison, Cathi Farha (Ned) of Wichita, Anita Hobbs (Bruce) of Mount Hope, Daniel Frieb (Teresa) of Olmitz, Timothy Frieb (Amy) of Olmitz, and Jan Frieb of Hutchinson; a brother, Eugene Bahr of Olmitz; brother-in-law, Neil Frieb of Olmitz; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren with one more on the way.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, Roland Bahr, and sister, Teresa “Tessie” Jilg.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home. Family will greet friends at St. Ann’s Catholic Church from 6 to 8 p.m., with vigil and rosary to begin at 7 p.m..Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 11, 2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas, celebrated by Father Warren Stecklein. Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz.Memorials may be made to St. Ann’s Catholic Church or Gentiva Hospice, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rose Marie Frieb, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/rose-frieb/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Rose Marie Frieb

Michael William McConnaughy, 75, of Wichita, died November 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born August 20, 1948, in St. Joseph, MO, to James Clinton and Theda Thedinger McConnaughy.

Michael graduated from Trinity High School (Hutchinson) and attended Hutchinson Community College. 

Michael enjoyed traveling, hunting, photography, working on cars, antique shopping and was an animal lover. He loved his family, would assist anyone in need, was outgoing and selfless. Michael’s favorite phrase was “Honey, this won’t take long.”

On February 3, 1968, he married Terry Rupp in McPherson. They were blessed with two children during their 44 years of marriage. They later divorced.

Michael is survived by his son, Daniel (Juanita Norton) McConnaughy of Wichita; daughter, LoriBeth (Jonathan) McConnaughy of Wichita; grandchildren, Tristan McConnaughy of Mexia, TX, Taylor McConnaughy of Hutchinson, Dylan Oliver of Houston, TX; sisters, Patricia Bunker of Sunnyvale, CA, Peggy McConnaughy of Chico, CA, Jo Ann (Bill) Fluderer of Lenexa, KS, and Mary (Brad) VanRiette of Iola; brothers, Don (Lynn) McConnaughy of Hutchinson and John (Lisa) McConnaughy of Memphis, TN; former wife and mother of his children, Terry McConnaughy of Wichita; and partner of seven years, Janice Koontz of Wichita.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Dan and Jim McConnaughy.

Memorial service will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Elliott Chapel. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday until time of service at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;

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In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Michael W. McConnaughy Memorial fund in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

<h2>Michael William McConnaughy, Wichita</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699464560157.jpeg" alt="Michael William McConnaughy" />
 <figcaption>Michael William McConnaughy</figcaption>
 </figure>August 20, 1948 - November 6, 2023Michael William McConnaughy, 75, of Wichita, died November 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born August 20, 1948, in St. Joseph, MO, to James Clinton and Theda Thedinger McConnaughy.Michael graduated from Trinity High School (Hutchinson) and attended Hutchinson Community College. He was a long-haul truck driver. Michael enjoyed traveling, hunting, photography, working on cars, antique shopping and was an animal lover. He loved his family, would assist anyone in need, was outgoing and selfless. Michael’s favorite phrase was “Honey, this won’t take long.”On February 3, 1968, he married Terry Rupp in McPherson. They were blessed with two children during their 44 years of marriage. They later divorced.Michael is survived by his son, Daniel (Juanita Norton) McConnaughy of Wichita; daughter, LoriBeth (Jonathan) McConnaughy of Wichita; grandchildren, Tristan McConnaughy of Mexia, TX, Taylor McConnaughy of Hutchinson, Dylan Oliver of Houston, TX; sisters, Patricia Bunker of Sunnyvale, CA, Peggy McConnaughy of Chico, CA, Jo Ann (Bill) Fluderer of Lenexa, KS, and Mary (Brad) VanRiette of Iola; brothers, Don (Lynn) McConnaughy of Hutchinson and John (Lisa) McConnaughy of Memphis, TN; former wife and mother of his children, Terry McConnaughy of Wichita; and partner of seven years, Janice Koontz of Wichita.He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Dan and Jim McConnaughy.Memorial service will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Elliott Chapel. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday until time of service at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY5OTQ4NTMzMjI4MDE0OSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the livestream.</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Michael W. McConnaughy Memorial fund in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

Michael William McConnaughy

Agnes Benita Wasinger, age 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at her home in Lawrence, Kansas.

She was born on April 27, 1927, to Gabe and Josie (Wolf) Rupp in Hays. 

She grew up living in their family home with her parents, one sister and seven brothers. Her sister affectionately gave her the nickname "Nitzie"&nbsp; because she couldn’t pronounce Agnes Benita. Many of their family, aunts, uncles, and cousins also lived in the neighborhood. There were huge family gatherings with lots of support and love given to all. The families were active members of their Catholic faith as members of St. Joseph’s Church.

On February 9, 1946, Nitzie married Meridith Wasinger. They lived in Ellis where they raised their three children, Mary Jo, Tom, and Mike. In 1983 she and Meridith built a home in Hays where family reunions and many spontaneous family gatherings were enjoyed by all.

Nitzie became a realtor and began a career with Dean Ellner Realty that lasted many years. Nitzie was an exceptional cook and loved spending time with her great-grandchildren.

Nitzie is survived by her daughter, Mary Jo Heath, granddaughter, Elizabeth Heath of Lawrence and grandson, Kevin Heath (Meagan), great-grandchildren, Alexandra, Owen, Lily, and Brianna of Dublin, Ireland. She is also survived by her brother, Tom (Mary Ann) Rupp and many loving sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A special thank you to her cousins Imy Leard, Kansas City and Sr. Marilyn Rupp, Wichita, for the many cards and prayers to Nitzie.

Nitzie was preceded in death by her husband, Meridith, and sons, Tom and Mike, her son-in-law, Don Heath, her parents, her sister, Mary Lou Campbell and brothers, Chuck, Don, Ernie, Dan, Bill, and Jim Rupp. May they all rest in the Peace of Christ.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 17, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. John Schmeidler officiating. Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. 

<h2>Agnes 'Nitzie' Wasinger, Lawrence</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699455527027.jpeg" alt="Agnes 'Nitzie' Wasinger" />
 <figcaption>Agnes 'Nitzie' Wasinger</figcaption>
 </figure>April 27, 1927 - November 1, 2023Agnes Benita Wasinger, age 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at her home in Lawrence, Kansas.She was born on April 27, 1927, to Gabe and Josie (Wolf) Rupp in Hays. She grew up living in their family home with her parents, one sister and seven brothers. Her sister affectionately gave her the nickname "Nitzie"&nbsp; because she couldn’t pronounce Agnes Benita. Many of their family, aunts, uncles, and cousins also lived in the neighborhood. There were huge family gatherings with lots of support and love given to all. The families were active members of their Catholic faith as members of St. Joseph’s Church.On February 9, 1946, Nitzie married Meridith Wasinger. They lived in Ellis where they raised their three children, Mary Jo, Tom, and Mike. In 1983 she and Meridith built a home in Hays where family reunions and many spontaneous family gatherings were enjoyed by all.Nitzie became a realtor and began a career with Dean Ellner Realty that lasted many years. Nitzie was an exceptional cook and loved spending time with her great-grandchildren.Nitzie is survived by her daughter, Mary Jo Heath, granddaughter, Elizabeth Heath of Lawrence and grandson, Kevin Heath (Meagan), great-grandchildren, Alexandra, Owen, Lily, and Brianna of Dublin, Ireland. She is also survived by her brother, Tom (Mary Ann) Rupp and many loving sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.A special thank you to her cousins Imy Leard, Kansas City and Sr. Marilyn Rupp, Wichita, for the many cards and prayers to Nitzie.Nitzie was preceded in death by her husband, Meridith, and sons, Tom and Mike, her son-in-law, Don Heath, her parents, her sister, Mary Lou Campbell and brothers, Chuck, Don, Ernie, Dan, Bill, and Jim Rupp. May they all rest in the Peace of Christ.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 17, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. John Schmeidler officiating. Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorials in Nitzie’s memory are suggested to St. Joseph Church. Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Condolences and memories of Nitzie may be left for her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

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