Viola “Vi” (Moeder) Prosser, 90, loving wife, mother, grandmother and faithfully devoted to her Lord and Savior, was welcomed to her heavenly home on Thursday, October 26, 2023. &nbsp;

Viola was born December 23, 1932 and was one of ten siblings. &nbsp;

Vi married Francis Prosser on June 2, 1956 in Odin and they raised five children. They were married for sixty-one years. Following Frank’s death in 2017, Vi continued to live on and operate their family farm.

She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Altar Society. Vi was passionate about her work as a volunteer for the Knights of Columbus, Pawnee Valley Hospital Auxiliary, Pawnee County Fair Board, Zoning Commission, Red Cross Blood Drive, and as a CASA Advocate.

She is survived by her children, Kim (Kurt) Breitenbach of Wichita, Patty (Michael) Minear of Wichita, Ed (Kelley) Prosser of Omaha, Nancy Baker (Steve Tatum) of Wichita, and Mike (Wendy) Prosser of Omaha; Grandchildren Annie (Zach) Lahn, Steven (Georgia) Jones, Alex (Molly) Breitenbach, Elizabeth (Drew) Prosser, Sam (Sarah) Breitenbach, Luke Minear, Avery Shepherd, Grant Shepherd, Maggie Prosser, Joe Prosser and Katie Prosser; 11 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Rich Moeder, Great Bend, Eddie Moeder, Hutchinson, Larry (Jan) Moeder, Great Bend and a sister, Mary Ann Fisher, Plainville

She was preceded in death by her father and mother; husband, Frank; four brothers, Leo, Leonard, Ray and August Moeder and a sister, Monica Schneider.

Vigil with rosary will be 6 p.m. Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The &nbsp;family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 30, 2023 at the Church, with Father Bernard Felix, Father Warren Stecklein and Father Anselm Eke presiding. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Viola 'Vi' (Moeder) Prosser, Larned</h2><figure>
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 </figure>December 23, 1932 - October 26, 2023Viola “Vi” (Moeder) Prosser, 90, loving wife, mother, grandmother and faithfully devoted to her Lord and Savior, was welcomed to her heavenly home on Thursday, October 26, 2023. &nbsp;Viola was born December 23, 1932 and was one of ten siblings. &nbsp;Vi married Francis Prosser on June 2, 1956 in Odin and they raised five children. They were married for sixty-one years. Following Frank’s death in 2017, Vi continued to live on and operate their family farm.She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Altar Society. Vi was passionate about her work as a volunteer for the Knights of Columbus, Pawnee Valley Hospital Auxiliary, Pawnee County Fair Board, Zoning Commission, Red Cross Blood Drive, and as a CASA Advocate.She is survived by her children, Kim (Kurt) Breitenbach of Wichita, Patty (Michael) Minear of Wichita, Ed (Kelley) Prosser of Omaha, Nancy Baker (Steve Tatum) of Wichita, and Mike (Wendy) Prosser of Omaha; Grandchildren Annie (Zach) Lahn, Steven (Georgia) Jones, Alex (Molly) Breitenbach, Elizabeth (Drew) Prosser, Sam (Sarah) Breitenbach, Luke Minear, Avery Shepherd, Grant Shepherd, Maggie Prosser, Joe Prosser and Katie Prosser; 11 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Rich Moeder, Great Bend, Eddie Moeder, Hutchinson, Larry (Jan) Moeder, Great Bend and a sister, Mary Ann Fisher, PlainvilleShe was preceded in death by her father and mother; husband, Frank; four brothers, Leo, Leonard, Ray and August Moeder and a sister, Monica Schneider.Vigil with rosary will be 6 p.m. Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The &nbsp;family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 30, 2023 at the Church, with Father Bernard Felix, Father Warren Stecklein and Father Anselm Eke presiding. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Viola 'Vi' (Moeder) Prosser

Tylor John Schultz, aka T.J. or Too Tall, 33, lived in Jetmore, KS. He was a 2008 graduate from William S. Hart High School in Newhall, CA.

On October 20, 2023, Tylor passed away in his home, due to a pulmonary embolism.

Tylor was born on April 26, 1990 at Fort Lewis, WA to Mark A. Schultz and Lorie D. Schultz. Tylor grew up as a military child, going here and there. 

After graduation, Tylor joined the Army and served si years. He did two deployments overseas. After Tylor was discharged, he went on to be a sheriff's deputy and a correctional officer. Tylor loved to spend time with his family and friends. 

Tylor had recently re-committed himself to the Lord and was going to be baptized Sunday, October 29, 2023. Tylor loved his country and community with a huge heart. He was the kind of guy to give the shirt off his back to those in need and he will be forever loved and missed.

Tylor was a part of the VFW, NRA and the Three Percenters. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Scott City, KS.

Tylor John Schultz was preceded in death by his father, Mark A. Schultz, grandmother Gloria Schultz, grandfather John Schultz, grandmother Loretta Johnson and aunt Paula Henderson.

Tylor is survived by his mother, Lorie Westbrook of Idalou, Tx, his stepmother, Wendy Price of Parker, Colorado and grandfather, Donald Morlan of McClave, Colorado;&nbsp; his children, Tylor John Schultz, Jr., of Pensacola, Florida, Emmalyn Rose Schultz and Eveleigh Michelle Schultz of Jetmore, Kansas and Jarrod Wade Kingan of Jetmore, Kansas.

Siblings are Amanda and Steven Seig of Temple, TX, Cannon and Kayla Schultz of Tacoma, WA, Chelsea and Shamus Smith of Scott City, KS, Thomas and Danielle Carney of Scott City, KS, Justin Schultz of Parker, CO, Matthew Schultz of Parker, CO and Bryten Westbrook of Idalou, TX.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas. Interment will be at 2:30 p.m. with military honors at Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Dodge, KS.&nbsp;

Cremation services under the direction of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.

Condolences may be left by guestbook via:&nbsp; www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

To send flowers to the family of TJ, please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29694097&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1698417738.166.1.1698417738.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Tylor Schultz, Jetmore</h2><figure>
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 </figure>April 26, 1990 - October 20, 2023Tylor John Schultz, aka T.J. or Too Tall, 33, lived in Jetmore, KS. He was a 2008 graduate from William S. Hart High School in Newhall, CA.On October 20, 2023, Tylor passed away in his home, due to a pulmonary embolism.Tylor was born on April 26, 1990 at Fort Lewis, WA to Mark A. Schultz and Lorie D. Schultz. Tylor grew up as a military child, going here and there. After graduation, Tylor joined the Army and served si years. He did two deployments overseas. After Tylor was discharged, he went on to be a sheriff's deputy and a correctional officer. Tylor loved to spend time with his family and friends. Tylor had recently re-committed himself to the Lord and was going to be baptized Sunday, October 29, 2023. Tylor loved his country and community with a huge heart. He was the kind of guy to give the shirt off his back to those in need and he will be forever loved and missed.Tylor was a part of the VFW, NRA and the Three Percenters. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Scott City, KS.Tylor John Schultz was preceded in death by his father, Mark A. Schultz, grandmother Gloria Schultz, grandfather John Schultz, grandmother Loretta Johnson and aunt Paula Henderson.Tylor is survived by his mother, Lorie Westbrook of Idalou, Tx, his stepmother, Wendy Price of Parker, Colorado and grandfather, Donald Morlan of McClave, Colorado;&nbsp; his children, Tylor John Schultz, Jr., of Pensacola, Florida, Emmalyn Rose Schultz and Eveleigh Michelle Schultz of Jetmore, Kansas and Jarrod Wade Kingan of Jetmore, Kansas.Siblings are Amanda and Steven Seig of Temple, TX, Cannon and Kayla Schultz of Tacoma, WA, Chelsea and Shamus Smith of Scott City, KS, Thomas and Danielle Carney of Scott City, KS, Justin Schultz of Parker, CO, Matthew Schultz of Parker, CO and Bryten Westbrook of Idalou, TX.A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas. Interment will be at 2:30 p.m. with military honors at Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Dodge, KS.&nbsp;Cremation services under the direction of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guestbook via:&nbsp; www.keithleyfuneralchapels.comTo send flowers to the family of TJ, please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29694097&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1698417738.166.1.1698417738.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Tylor Schultz

Janice Elaine Stoppel, 89, of Russell, Kansas, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, in Russell, Kansas.

Janice was born on September 27, 1934, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of Albert E. and Amelia C. (Meier) Strecker. 

A lifelong resident of Russell, she graduated from Russell High School in 1952. 

She married the love of her life Bennie Dean Stoppel on October 20, 1957, in Russell. Janice and Bennie were blessed with three sons Brad, Blaine, and Mike. 

She was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church and was an active member of the Women’s Circle and Altar Guild.

Janice was dedicated to her family and loved cooking for her family and creating a home where everyone was welcome. Janice was happiest when her house was full of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Most of all her sons loved her wry sense of humor and sharp wit. Over the years, the boys brought home many of their friends and judging team buddies, some of which were known to stay at the house for weeks at a time. They loved meals with the family and their conversations with Janice. 

She was a master organizer and the four men in her life tested those skills every day. Everyone knew that once Janice made a decision or commitment, she followed through with dogged determination. 

Janice and Bennie never missed a game, a 4-H meeting, the Russell County Fair, the FFA banquets and the FFA state convention. Janice and Bennie enjoyed the Young Farmers Group and spending time with other ag families in the community. They played cards with friends, and loved attending the fair convention in Topeka. She loved to dance and claimed that Bennie was the best dancer in the world, a fact she was not hesitant to point out to her sons.

While working at Home State Bank and the county treasurer's office, she was known for being able to strike up a conversation with anyone. Those who encountered her, got to know her sense of humor and sharp wit well.

Surviving family include her sons Brad Stoppel and wife Sherri and Blaine Stoppel and wife Kim, all of Russell, Kansas and Mike Stoppel (Charlene Rein-Murphy) of Paola, Kansas; grandchildren Brooke Whitney (Brandon), Blake Stoppel (Jessica), Brady Stoppel (Kaitlyn), Payton and Garret (Kylie) Stoppel and Lily Higgins; seven great-grandchildren Ainsley, Chloe, Colt, Coy, Reata, Brantley and Reinhardt Stoppel. She is also survived by her brother Richard Strecker and wife Judy of Wichita, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bennie, her parents Albert and Amelia Strecker and her brother Kenneth Strecker.

A celebration of Janice’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023, at the St. John Lutheran Church in Russell, Kansas. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2023, with the family greeting guests from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday evening at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. 

Memorials may be given to the Russell County Food Pantry and sent in care of the mortuary. 

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

<h2>Janice Elaine Stoppel, Russell</h2><figure>
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 </figure>September 27, 1934 - October 25, 2023Janice Elaine Stoppel, 89, of Russell, Kansas, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, in Russell, Kansas.Janice was born on September 27, 1934, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of Albert E. and Amelia C. (Meier) Strecker. A lifelong resident of Russell, she graduated from Russell High School in 1952. She married the love of her life Bennie Dean Stoppel on October 20, 1957, in Russell. Janice and Bennie were blessed with three sons Brad, Blaine, and Mike. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church and was an active member of the Women’s Circle and Altar Guild.Janice was dedicated to her family and loved cooking for her family and creating a home where everyone was welcome. Janice was happiest when her house was full of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Most of all her sons loved her wry sense of humor and sharp wit. Over the years, the boys brought home many of their friends and judging team buddies, some of which were known to stay at the house for weeks at a time. They loved meals with the family and their conversations with Janice. She was a master organizer and the four men in her life tested those skills every day. Everyone knew that once Janice made a decision or commitment, she followed through with dogged determination. Janice and Bennie never missed a game, a 4-H meeting, the Russell County Fair, the FFA banquets and the FFA state convention. Janice and Bennie enjoyed the Young Farmers Group and spending time with other ag families in the community. They played cards with friends, and loved attending the fair convention in Topeka. She loved to dance and claimed that Bennie was the best dancer in the world, a fact she was not hesitant to point out to her sons.While working at Home State Bank and the county treasurer's office, she was known for being able to strike up a conversation with anyone. Those who encountered her, got to know her sense of humor and sharp wit well.Surviving family include her sons Brad Stoppel and wife Sherri and Blaine Stoppel and wife Kim, all of Russell, Kansas and Mike Stoppel (Charlene Rein-Murphy) of Paola, Kansas; grandchildren Brooke Whitney (Brandon), Blake Stoppel (Jessica), Brady Stoppel (Kaitlyn), Payton and Garret (Kylie) Stoppel and Lily Higgins; seven great-grandchildren Ainsley, Chloe, Colt, Coy, Reata, Brantley and Reinhardt Stoppel. She is also survived by her brother Richard Strecker and wife Judy of Wichita, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bennie, her parents Albert and Amelia Strecker and her brother Kenneth Strecker.A celebration of Janice’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023, at the St. John Lutheran Church in Russell, Kansas. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2023, with the family greeting guests from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday evening at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. Memorials may be given to the Russell County Food Pantry and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Janice Elaine Stoppel

Larry J. Evans, of rural Gove, was born Sept. 26, 1937, in Quinter, KS, to Jim and Edith (Roberts) Evans. He passed away on October 25, 2023, at the Catholic Care Center in Wichita at the age of 84.

Larry lived his entire life in the Missouri Flats Community of Gove County. 

He walked or rode a horse to the Wild Rose grade school, about a mile from his home. He attended Dighton High School, where on the first day of school he met a pretty girl named Bonnie Pinkston. In 1957, they graduated, and then on New Year's Eve, Larry and Bonnie were married in Dighton. They were married for nearly 66 years.

Larry was a life-long farmer, starting by helping his dad when he was just a boy and continuing to farm with his sons. He loved all aspects of agriculture and continued to grow a successful farming and cattle enterprise with Bryan and Brent.

A man of service, Larry dedicated 43 years to the Western Coop REC board and 25 years to the First National Bank. His influence extended to Sunflower Electric, the Kansas Livestock Association, and Farmers Oil in Dighton. Larry's commitment wasn't limited to business; he was a proud member of the Odd Fellow Lodge in Gove.

Larry's mind was a wealth of agricultural wisdom, and he delighted in sharing it with neighbors, business associates, and even strangers. His childhood stories echoed through the years, retold with joy to his granddaughters. Beyond the fields, Larry found joy in socializing with colleagues at business conferences across the country, annual fishing trips to South Dakota or Colorado, hosting the yearly pheasant hunting group, and flying the skies as a pilot in his Cessna Skylane airplane.

Yet, amidst his love for the land, Larry's heart belonged to his family. His pride in their skills and accomplishments knew no bounds. A moment of profound gratitude came last November when every single family member gathered for Thanksgiving, capturing a cherished moment in a family picture.

Larry is survived by his wife Bonnie (Pinkston), children Vickie (Ron) Dinkel, Emporia, KS, Bryan (Terri) Evans, Gove, KS, Brent (Leann) Evans, Gove, KS, Jolene (Jerry) Rose, Wichita, KS; granddaughters, Karen (Tyson) Blackburn, Denise (Jeremy) Voth, Lacey (Wes) Heddlesten, Ashley (Darwyn) Grant, Jayme (Thomas) Zimmerman, Bailey (Dustin) Ketterl, Brooke (Casey) Kuntz, Paige Eli, Kelsey Rose, Katelyn (Tanner) Wolf, and Jenna Rose; great-grandchildren, Hayden and Tanner Blackburn, Mackenzie and Mason Voth, Rody and Emery Heddlesten, Keiston Evans Grant, Hendrix and Drayson Grant, Lyla, Remy, Eli, and Owen Zimmerman, Lillianna and Ellison Ketterl, Hunter and Hadley Kuntz, Rhett and Sabri Eli and Baby Girl Wolf arriving in February; sister Lois Troutman, Keller TX, and Kay Ellen (Glen) McKain, Delphos, KS

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Edith (Roberts) Evans, brother Virgil Evans, and sister Mary Lupton.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home in Quinter, Kansas. The funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023, at the Church of the Brethren, Quinter, KS. A graveside service will follow in the Gove Cemetery at 1:30 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023.

The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Legion Post 301 (Grainfield) and Healy EMS. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752. 

Condolences and memories can be shared at www.schmittfuneral.com.

Larry's legacy is not just in the crops and cattle he nurtured but in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him. He found great joy in taking others for a ride in his pickup truck, narrating the details of his crops across southern Gove County—a simple pleasure that reflected the essence of the man he was. Larry will be deeply missed but forever remembered with love and gratitude.

<h2>Larry J. Evans, rural Gove</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Larry J. Evans</figcaption>
 </figure>September 26, 1939 - October 25, 2023Larry J. Evans, of rural Gove, was born Sept. 26, 1937, in Quinter, KS, to Jim and Edith (Roberts) Evans. He passed away on October 25, 2023, at the Catholic Care Center in Wichita at the age of 84.Larry lived his entire life in the Missouri Flats Community of Gove County. He walked or rode a horse to the Wild Rose grade school, about a mile from his home. He attended Dighton High School, where on the first day of school he met a pretty girl named Bonnie Pinkston. In 1957, they graduated, and then on New Year's Eve, Larry and Bonnie were married in Dighton. They were married for nearly 66 years.Larry was a life-long farmer, starting by helping his dad when he was just a boy and continuing to farm with his sons. He loved all aspects of agriculture and continued to grow a successful farming and cattle enterprise with Bryan and Brent.A man of service, Larry dedicated 43 years to the Western Coop REC board and 25 years to the First National Bank. His influence extended to Sunflower Electric, the Kansas Livestock Association, and Farmers Oil in Dighton. Larry's commitment wasn't limited to business; he was a proud member of the Odd Fellow Lodge in Gove.Larry's mind was a wealth of agricultural wisdom, and he delighted in sharing it with neighbors, business associates, and even strangers. His childhood stories echoed through the years, retold with joy to his granddaughters. Beyond the fields, Larry found joy in socializing with colleagues at business conferences across the country, annual fishing trips to South Dakota or Colorado, hosting the yearly pheasant hunting group, and flying the skies as a pilot in his Cessna Skylane airplane.Yet, amidst his love for the land, Larry's heart belonged to his family. His pride in their skills and accomplishments knew no bounds. A moment of profound gratitude came last November when every single family member gathered for Thanksgiving, capturing a cherished moment in a family picture.Larry is survived by his wife Bonnie (Pinkston), children Vickie (Ron) Dinkel, Emporia, KS, Bryan (Terri) Evans, Gove, KS, Brent (Leann) Evans, Gove, KS, Jolene (Jerry) Rose, Wichita, KS; granddaughters, Karen (Tyson) Blackburn, Denise (Jeremy) Voth, Lacey (Wes) Heddlesten, Ashley (Darwyn) Grant, Jayme (Thomas) Zimmerman, Bailey (Dustin) Ketterl, Brooke (Casey) Kuntz, Paige Eli, Kelsey Rose, Katelyn (Tanner) Wolf, and Jenna Rose; great-grandchildren, Hayden and Tanner Blackburn, Mackenzie and Mason Voth, Rody and Emery Heddlesten, Keiston Evans Grant, Hendrix and Drayson Grant, Lyla, Remy, Eli, and Owen Zimmerman, Lillianna and Ellison Ketterl, Hunter and Hadley Kuntz, Rhett and Sabri Eli and Baby Girl Wolf arriving in February; sister Lois Troutman, Keller TX, and Kay Ellen (Glen) McKain, Delphos, KSLarry was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Edith (Roberts) Evans, brother Virgil Evans, and sister Mary Lupton.Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home in Quinter, Kansas. The funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023, at the Church of the Brethren, Quinter, KS. A graveside service will follow in the Gove Cemetery at 1:30 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023.The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Legion Post 301 (Grainfield) and Healy EMS. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.schmittfuneral.com.Larry's legacy is not just in the crops and cattle he nurtured but in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him. He found great joy in taking others for a ride in his pickup truck, narrating the details of his crops across southern Gove County—a simple pleasure that reflected the essence of the man he was. Larry will be deeply missed but forever remembered with love and gratitude.

Larry J. Evans

Joy A. Crandall, 61, of Oakley, died Tuesday, October 24, 2023. She was born November 11, 1961, in Hahira, GA to Gerald and Emil (Fuller) Buethe. 

Joy’s favorite thing in life was spoiling her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Rebecca (William) Davidson and Hope (Richard) Rogers.

She is survived by her children, Jeremy Crandall (Jennifer), Crystal Crandall (Kyle), Ashley Schindler, Jennifer Crandall (Chad), Gabrielle Irwin (Christopher), James Crandall (Hailey) and Matthew Crandall (Sadie); sister Donna Green (Keith); brother Jerry Buethe (Terri) and 12 grandchildren.

Memorials to help with final expenses may be made to Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 

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

<h2>Joy Annette Crandall, Oakley</h2><figure>
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 </figure>November 11, 1961 - October 24, 2023Joy A. Crandall, 61, of Oakley, died Tuesday, October 24, 2023. She was born November 11, 1961, in Hahira, GA to Gerald and Emil (Fuller) Buethe. Joy’s favorite thing in life was spoiling her grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Rebecca (William) Davidson and Hope (Richard) Rogers.She is survived by her children, Jeremy Crandall (Jennifer), Crystal Crandall (Kyle), Ashley Schindler, Jennifer Crandall (Chad), Gabrielle Irwin (Christopher), James Crandall (Hailey) and Matthew Crandall (Sadie); sister Donna Green (Keith); brother Jerry Buethe (Terri) and 12 grandchildren.No services are scheduled at this time. Memorials to help with final expenses may be made to Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joy Annette Crandall

Donna Boxberger-Vise, 80, of Johnstown, Colorado, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

Donna was born on September 7, 1943 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the daughter of Betty Rae (Morgan and Dennis Bluejacket.&nbsp; Dennis was killed in WWII in 1944.&nbsp; Betty married Harlan Boxberger, who later adopted Donna.&nbsp; 

She graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1961.

Donna was united in marriage to Kenny Hollinger in 1961.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a daughter, Marcy.&nbsp; Kenny and Donna later got a divorce.&nbsp; Donna was united in marriage to Dale Vise in 1987.

Donna was an avid baker for many years at several businesses around the Johnstown area.&nbsp; Her love of stained glass work would lead her and Dale to own a small business of their own.

Donna had fond memories of the family cabin at Fish Lake, Utah when she was in her teens and as an adult.&nbsp; Her and Dale would spend most of their summers there after they retired.&nbsp; She loved fishing and attending the campground pot luck suppers with all their Fish Lake friends.

Donna is survived by her husband Dale of the home; daughter, Marcy Rohr (Kent) of Russell, Kansas; two grandchildren, Brittany Rohr (Zach) of Dodge City, Kansas, and Kaden Rohr (Jordyn) of Hays, Kansas; her blessed three great-grandchildren, Jaxton Shipley, Grady Shipley and Blair Rohr; sister, Marsha Scott (Jay) of Hays, Kansas; brother, Sam Boxberger (Lois) of Arlington, Kansas; nephews, Dane Boxberger of Wichita, Kansas, and Cory Boxberger of Wichita, Kansas; niece, Stacey Byington (Dave) of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis Bluejacket, Harlan and Betty Boxberger and nephew, Matt Stricker.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

<h2>Donna Boxberger-Vise, Johnstown, CO</h2><figure>
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 </figure>September 7, 1943 - October 24, 2023Donna Boxberger-Vise, 80, of Johnstown, Colorado, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.Donna was born on September 7, 1943 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the daughter of Betty Rae (Morgan and Dennis Bluejacket.&nbsp; Dennis was killed in WWII in 1944.&nbsp; Betty married Harlan Boxberger, who later adopted Donna.&nbsp; She graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1961.Donna was united in marriage to Kenny Hollinger in 1961.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a daughter, Marcy.&nbsp; Kenny and Donna later got a divorce.&nbsp; Donna was united in marriage to Dale Vise in 1987.Donna was an avid baker for many years at several businesses around the Johnstown area.&nbsp; Her love of stained glass work would lead her and Dale to own a small business of their own.Donna had fond memories of the family cabin at Fish Lake, Utah when she was in her teens and as an adult.&nbsp; Her and Dale would spend most of their summers there after they retired.&nbsp; She loved fishing and attending the campground pot luck suppers with all their Fish Lake friends.Donna is survived by her husband Dale of the home; daughter, Marcy Rohr (Kent) of Russell, Kansas; two grandchildren, Brittany Rohr (Zach) of Dodge City, Kansas, and Kaden Rohr (Jordyn) of Hays, Kansas; her blessed three great-grandchildren, Jaxton Shipley, Grady Shipley and Blair Rohr; sister, Marsha Scott (Jay) of Hays, Kansas; brother, Sam Boxberger (Lois) of Arlington, Kansas; nephews, Dane Boxberger of Wichita, Kansas, and Cory Boxberger of Wichita, Kansas; niece, Stacey Byington (Dave) of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis Bluejacket, Harlan and Betty Boxberger and nephew, Matt Stricker.A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Donna Boxberger-Vise

Joe F. Dolezal, 80, Hays, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 in Hays, Kansas.

He was born September 16, 1943 in Belleville, Kansas to Elmer and Marcella (Kalivoda) Dolezal. 

He attended school at White School, Cuba and Belleville High School. He did not attend kindergarten because White School had eight grades in one room but no kindergarten. Joe's mother told him he was gifted and didn't need it. His wife reminded him that everything he really needed to know, like sharing, neatness, and good manners, he should have learned in kindergarten-hence his adult problems!

When Joe's abundant musical talent took over in high school age, he drove to Belleville because there were two outstanding music teachers there-Mr. Van Gundy and Mr. Nelson King. Following three busy years at Belleville High School, graduating in 1961, Joe eventually went to Fort Hays State University and majored in music education in 1965 (Mr. King's advice). He earned his master's of music education in 1970.

His freshman year he played Charley Dalrymple in Brigadoon at Fort Hays. In the audience his future wife, Sue Nelson, noticed him singing "Come to Me, Bend to Me" and thought, "Wow, he is talented and cute". A year later, she and Joe finally met when she accompanied him on his voice recital. Then he discovered Sue lived a block from campus with a mother who kept her refrigerator full. Joe enjoyed her food. His sophomore year he had the lead in Kismet.

Joe married Sue Nelson on November 1, 1963, in Hays, both completing their music education degrees. Joe taught two years in Plainville, three years in Belleville, and 28 years in Hays, Kansas. He had three choral groups selected to perform at the Kansas Music Educators Association state convention and served as the president of the Kansas American Choral Directors Association. He took four choirs to Europe, three to New York festivals, and five show choirs to Disney World.

Following his retirement in 1998, he and Sue bought a convenience store, laundromat, RV park, and many rental units that kept him busy.

Joe and Sue's union was blessed with three wonderful children, Scott and Darlene (Randa) Dolezal and all three of their sons, Steven and Kate (Koetting) Dolezal with Sofia and Riley, Matt and Meagan (Jennings) Dolezal with Brooks, and Joshua and Alexa (Pacheco) Dolezal with Mark Ryan live in Amarillo, Texas.

Mark Joseph Dolezal, his middle child, died in 2016. He was Joe's right hand managing rental units, etc.

Jan Staab, the apple of her father's eye, married to Kirk Staab, lives in Irving, Texas with two sons Kaden and Callie (Siruta) Staab and Kyler Staab living in Colby, Kansas.

He is also survived by his brother, Loren and Beverly Dolezal, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Marcella Dolezal, and his son, Mark Joseph Dolezal.

Joe loved traveling to Broadway musicals, Alaska, Hawaii, Cancun, Czechoslovakia, family ski trips, and K-State bowl games. He loved attending Royals, Fort Hays, and K-State games. His later years were all about his Joe Dolezal Polka Band. He was passionate about his Czechoslovakian folk music and culture and playing his German-purchased button accordion. He and Sue enjoyed walking their dogs, playing bridge, golf, and tennis (a long time ago). He played in an over-the-hill basketball league with fellow teachers until his over-enthusiastic defense caused a one-game suspension!

No words can express his family's sincere feelings of loss and sadness at this time, and how proud they are of his contribution to the musical world in Hays, America. He influenced many generations of high school choral students for four decades. He passed his love of music onto not just his children and grandchildren, but thousands of his students. He left his footprint wherever he went.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Hays First United Methodist Church with Rev. Craig Hauschild officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Allen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Friday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at the church. Memorials in Joe’s memory may be made to Hays High Music Department. 

Condolences and memories of Joe may be left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

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 </figure>September 16, 1943 - October 25, 2023Joe F. Dolezal, 80, Hays, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 in Hays, Kansas.He was born September 16, 1943 in Belleville, Kansas to Elmer and Marcella (Kalivoda) Dolezal. He attended school at White School, Cuba and Belleville High School. He did not attend kindergarten because White School had eight grades in one room but no kindergarten. Joe's mother told him he was gifted and didn't need it. His wife reminded him that everything he really needed to know, like sharing, neatness, and good manners, he should have learned in kindergarten-hence his adult problems!When Joe's abundant musical talent took over in high school age, he drove to Belleville because there were two outstanding music teachers there-Mr. Van Gundy and Mr. Nelson King. Following three busy years at Belleville High School, graduating in 1961, Joe eventually went to Fort Hays State University and majored in music education in 1965 (Mr. King's advice). He earned his master's of music education in 1970.His freshman year he played Charley Dalrymple in Brigadoon at Fort Hays. In the audience his future wife, Sue Nelson, noticed him singing "Come to Me, Bend to Me" and thought, "Wow, he is talented and cute". A year later, she and Joe finally met when she accompanied him on his voice recital. Then he discovered Sue lived a block from campus with a mother who kept her refrigerator full. Joe enjoyed her food. His sophomore year he had the lead in Kismet.Joe married Sue Nelson on November 1, 1963, in Hays, both completing their music education degrees. Joe taught two years in Plainville, three years in Belleville, and 28 years in Hays, Kansas. He had three choral groups selected to perform at the Kansas Music Educators Association state convention and served as the president of the Kansas American Choral Directors Association. He took four choirs to Europe, three to New York festivals, and five show choirs to Disney World.Following his retirement in 1998, he and Sue bought a convenience store, laundromat, RV park, and many rental units that kept him busy.Joe and Sue's union was blessed with three wonderful children, Scott and Darlene (Randa) Dolezal and all three of their sons, Steven and Kate (Koetting) Dolezal with Sofia and Riley, Matt and Meagan (Jennings) Dolezal with Brooks, and Joshua and Alexa (Pacheco) Dolezal with Mark Ryan live in Amarillo, Texas.Mark Joseph Dolezal, his middle child, died in 2016. He was Joe's right hand managing rental units, etc.Jan Staab, the apple of her father's eye, married to Kirk Staab, lives in Irving, Texas with two sons Kaden and Callie (Siruta) Staab and Kyler Staab living in Colby, Kansas.He is also survived by his brother, Loren and Beverly Dolezal, and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Marcella Dolezal, and his son, Mark Joseph Dolezal.Joe loved traveling to Broadway musicals, Alaska, Hawaii, Cancun, Czechoslovakia, family ski trips, and K-State bowl games. He loved attending Royals, Fort Hays, and K-State games. His later years were all about his Joe Dolezal Polka Band. He was passionate about his Czechoslovakian folk music and culture and playing his German-purchased button accordion. He and Sue enjoyed walking their dogs, playing bridge, golf, and tennis (a long time ago). He played in an over-the-hill basketball league with fellow teachers until his over-enthusiastic defense caused a one-game suspension!No words can express his family's sincere feelings of loss and sadness at this time, and how proud they are of his contribution to the musical world in Hays, America. He influenced many generations of high school choral students for four decades. He passed his love of music onto not just his children and grandchildren, but thousands of his students. He left his footprint wherever he went.Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Hays First United Methodist Church with Rev. Craig Hauschild officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Allen Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Friday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at the church. Memorials in Joe’s memory may be made to Hays High Music Department. Condolences and memories of Joe may be left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Joe Dolezal

Barbara JoAnn Nulton, 81, retired Dillard’s sales associate, died Wednesday, October 25, 2023. 

Preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Mary Staab; daughter, Nikki Renee Nulton. 

Survived by her husband, Neil Nulton; daughter, Kim (Shawn) Clothier, both of Wichita; grandchildren, Ashley (Tyler) Stevenson, Abby Clothier; great-grandchildren, Rhys and Rory Stevenson. 

Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel. Share tributes online at www.dlwichita.com.

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 </figure>Barbara JoAnn Nulton, 81, retired Dillard’s sales associate, died Wednesday, October 25, 2023. No services scheduled. Preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Mary Staab; daughter, Nikki Renee Nulton. Survived by her husband, Neil Nulton; daughter, Kim (Shawn) Clothier, both of Wichita; grandchildren, Ashley (Tyler) Stevenson, Abby Clothier; great-grandchildren, Rhys and Rory Stevenson. Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel. Share tributes online at www.dlwichita.com.

Barbara JoAnn Nulton

Julieta M. Randa, 86, Hays, died Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Locust Grove Village in LaCrosse.

She was born November 22, 1936 in Rush County, Kansas the daughter of George and Helen (Schoendaller) Munsch. 

On November 20, 1954 she was united in marriage to Gerald “Dick” Randa. He died on January 7, 2005.

 Julieta worked for Dinges Drapery and Innovative Innerspace, did alterations for Wiesner Department Store and Ann’s Dress Shop, and started her own business, which included window treatments. She was a very talented seamstress, sewing clothes for her children and grandchildren, making quilts, and going above and beyond with her talents for those she cared deeply for. 

She made and sold homemade noodles, enjoyed Bingo, loved dancing, singing, and she taught herself to play piano by ear. Her memberships included St. Anthony Catholic Church in Schoenchen, St. Anthony Altar Society, and the Northwest Kansas Association for the Vision Impaired. She had a strong faith life, devoutly prayed the rosary, and could do anything she put her mind to.

Survivors include her son, Dan Randa and wife Karen of Hays, three daughters, Gloria Pfannenstiel and husband Bob of Hays, Vicky Sauer and husband Ron, and Jackie Gottschalk and husband Wayne, both of Schoenchen, two sisters, Darlene Bortz of Claflin, and Cora Schumacher of Hays, eight grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother, William, four sisters, LaVera Dinges, Marietta Beyer, Bernice Dechant, and Viola Werth, and three grandchildren, Joel Sauer, Eric Gottschalk, and Nathan Gottschalk.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 3, 2023 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with Fr. Curtis Carlson, OFM Cap. officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 until service time on Friday at the church. An Altar Society rosary will be at 6:00 p.m. followed by a vigil service at 7:00, both on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the St. Anthony Cemetery Association or for masses. 

Condolences and memories of Julieta may be left with her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

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 </figure>Julieta M. Randa, 86, Hays, died Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Locust Grove Village in LaCrosse.She was born November 22, 1936 in Rush County, Kansas the daughter of George and Helen (Schoendaller) Munsch. On November 20, 1954 she was united in marriage to Gerald “Dick” Randa. He died on January 7, 2005. Julieta worked for Dinges Drapery and Innovative Innerspace, did alterations for Wiesner Department Store and Ann’s Dress Shop, and started her own business, which included window treatments. She was a very talented seamstress, sewing clothes for her children and grandchildren, making quilts, and going above and beyond with her talents for those she cared deeply for. She made and sold homemade noodles, enjoyed Bingo, loved dancing, singing, and she taught herself to play piano by ear. Her memberships included St. Anthony Catholic Church in Schoenchen, St. Anthony Altar Society, and the Northwest Kansas Association for the Vision Impaired. She had a strong faith life, devoutly prayed the rosary, and could do anything she put her mind to.Survivors include her son, Dan Randa and wife Karen of Hays, three daughters, Gloria Pfannenstiel and husband Bob of Hays, Vicky Sauer and husband Ron, and Jackie Gottschalk and husband Wayne, both of Schoenchen, two sisters, Darlene Bortz of Claflin, and Cora Schumacher of Hays, eight grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother, William, four sisters, LaVera Dinges, Marietta Beyer, Bernice Dechant, and Viola Werth, and three grandchildren, Joel Sauer, Eric Gottschalk, and Nathan Gottschalk.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 3, 2023 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with Fr. Curtis Carlson, OFM Cap. officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 until service time on Friday at the church. An Altar Society rosary will be at 6:00 p.m. followed by a vigil service at 7:00, both on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the St. Anthony Cemetery Association or for masses. Condolences and memories of Julieta may be left with her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Julieta M. Randa

LeRoy Pierce, a cowboy, entertainer, jokester, and leather craftsman, passed away in the comfort of his home on October 24, 2023, at the age of 93.

LeRoy was born August 6, 1930, to Orville Aaron Pierce and Tabea (Eichman) Pierce in Trego Center, KS. He moved throughout his childhood years until the family settled in Hill City, KS. 

At the age of 10, LeRoy suffered a bone infection in his hip which impacted the rest of his life. He graduated from WaKeeney High School with the class of 1949.

On June 6, 1952, LeRoy married Luella Hughes in WaKeeney, KS. Together they raised four children. 

In 1962, the family moved to Winona, KS where LeRoy worked throughout his years. He worked many jobs due to the ups and downs of his hip, including the Farmer’s Co-op, Oakley Motors, and a custom baling for farmers and ranchers. He raised registered Texas Longhorn cattle and Quarter horses. In 1989, LeRoy bought a shoe repair shop and started repairing boots, shoes, and saddles for the community.

In the 1990s, LeRoy picked up a passion from his childhood and started playing his accordion he had put in the closet for 50 years. Luella played the piano her entire life and was able to bring LeRoy’s talents out. They entertained the WaKeeney community plus many more, that are impossible to mention. LeRoy and Luella loved entertaining during their retirement.

LeRoy will be greatly missed by his loved ones and is survived by his wife Luella Faye (Hughes) Pierce;&nbsp; children Billy (Betty) Pierce, Dana (Gayla) Pierce, Rita (Russ) Decker, Orville Pierce, and daughter-in-law Mavaneen Pierce; grandchildren Matthew (Amy) Pierce, Justin (Kristi) Pierce, Levi (Molly) Pierce, Amber Pierce, Rusti (Louie) Lichtenberg, Kelli (Nicholas) Rubio, Jason (Kindra) Pierce, Tathaya Pierce, Ryan Pierce, and Hunter Pierce; and sisters Lillian Large, Lucille (Charles) Rief, and Myra (Jack Minton) Kraft. He had 16 great-grandchildren and four great- great-grandchildren.

LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents Orville and Tabea Pierce, infant brothers Lloyde and Abraham Pierce, sisters Pauline (Clayton) Mong, and Shirley (Gene) Glider.

Visitation is October 29, at 5-7 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney, KS and services are scheduled for Monday, October 30, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney, KS. Meal to follow at the VFW.

Memorial donations can be made to the Trego County VFW, 400 North Railroad Avenue, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;David LeRoy Pierce, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/david-pierce/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>August 6, 1930 - October 24, 2023LeRoy Pierce, a cowboy, entertainer, jokester, and leather craftsman, passed away in the comfort of his home on October 24, 2023, at the age of 93.LeRoy was born August 6, 1930, to Orville Aaron Pierce and Tabea (Eichman) Pierce in Trego Center, KS. He moved throughout his childhood years until the family settled in Hill City, KS. At the age of 10, LeRoy suffered a bone infection in his hip which impacted the rest of his life. He graduated from WaKeeney High School with the class of 1949.On June 6, 1952, LeRoy married Luella Hughes in WaKeeney, KS. Together they raised four children. In 1962, the family moved to Winona, KS where LeRoy worked throughout his years. He worked many jobs due to the ups and downs of his hip, including the Farmer’s Co-op, Oakley Motors, and a custom baling for farmers and ranchers. He raised registered Texas Longhorn cattle and Quarter horses. In 1989, LeRoy bought a shoe repair shop and started repairing boots, shoes, and saddles for the community.In the 1990s, LeRoy picked up a passion from his childhood and started playing his accordion he had put in the closet for 50 years. Luella played the piano her entire life and was able to bring LeRoy’s talents out. They entertained the WaKeeney community plus many more, that are impossible to mention. LeRoy and Luella loved entertaining during their retirement.LeRoy will be greatly missed by his loved ones and is survived by his wife Luella Faye (Hughes) Pierce;&nbsp; children Billy (Betty) Pierce, Dana (Gayla) Pierce, Rita (Russ) Decker, Orville Pierce, and daughter-in-law Mavaneen Pierce; grandchildren Matthew (Amy) Pierce, Justin (Kristi) Pierce, Levi (Molly) Pierce, Amber Pierce, Rusti (Louie) Lichtenberg, Kelli (Nicholas) Rubio, Jason (Kindra) Pierce, Tathaya Pierce, Ryan Pierce, and Hunter Pierce; and sisters Lillian Large, Lucille (Charles) Rief, and Myra (Jack Minton) Kraft. He had 16 great-grandchildren and four great- great-grandchildren.LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents Orville and Tabea Pierce, infant brothers Lloyde and Abraham Pierce, sisters Pauline (Clayton) Mong, and Shirley (Gene) Glider.Visitation is October 29, at 5-7 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney, KS and services are scheduled for Monday, October 30, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney, KS. Meal to follow at the VFW.Memorial donations can be made to the Trego County VFW, 400 North Railroad Avenue, WaKeeney, KS 67672.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;David LeRoy Pierce, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/david-pierce/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

David LeRoy Pierce

JETMORE – Ronnie D. Cole, 68, passed away October 24, 2023 at the family farm with his two sons and wife by his side.

He was born November 25, 1954 in Dodge City, KS; the son of Ralph Ora and Dorothy Elverda Rankin Cole. &nbsp;A lifetime area resident, he was a former teacher/farmer.

He was a member of the Jetmore Methodist Church. &nbsp;Ronnie loved being around children and teaching them music. &nbsp;He served in the United States Army from 1973 to 1977 serving overseas in Korea and was the co-founder of the Sawlog ‘N’ Strings Blue Grass Festival for fifteen years.

On March 15, 1980 he married Diane L. Taylor in Junction City, KS. &nbsp;She survives.

Other survivors include: two sons, Jason (Jasmine) Cole, Westwood, KS and Ryan (Jane) Cole, Buena Vista, CO; brother, Ross W. Cole, Wichita; three grandchildren, Myah, Josh and Aspen.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Roma V. Kerns.

Cremation has taken place and a service will be at a later date.

Memorials may be given to Hospice of the Prairie or Jetmore Methodist Church, both in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663, Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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

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 </figure>November 25, 1954 - October 24, 2023JETMORE – Ronnie D. Cole, 68, passed away October 24, 2023 at the family farm with his two sons and wife by his side.He was born November 25, 1954 in Dodge City, KS; the son of Ralph Ora and Dorothy Elverda Rankin Cole. &nbsp;A lifetime area resident, he was a former teacher/farmer.He was a member of the Jetmore Methodist Church. &nbsp;Ronnie loved being around children and teaching them music. &nbsp;He served in the United States Army from 1973 to 1977 serving overseas in Korea and was the co-founder of the Sawlog ‘N’ Strings Blue Grass Festival for fifteen years.On March 15, 1980 he married Diane L. Taylor in Junction City, KS. &nbsp;She survives.Other survivors include: two sons, Jason (Jasmine) Cole, Westwood, KS and Ryan (Jane) Cole, Buena Vista, CO; brother, Ross W. Cole, Wichita; three grandchildren, Myah, Josh and Aspen.He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Roma V. Kerns.Cremation has taken place and a service will be at a later date.Memorials may be given to Hospice of the Prairie or Jetmore Methodist Church, both in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663, Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Ronnie D. Cole, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/ronnie-cole/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Ronnie D. Cole

Gerald 'Jerry' Dean Koerner, age 60, from Munjor, Kansas passed away Monday, October 23, 2023, in Gainesville, Texas. He was born November 14, 1962, in Hays, Kansas to Gary Koerner and Jeannie (Dinkel) Koerner. 

Jerry was a life-long resident of Hays and graduate of Hays High School and maintained many of those friendships from adolescence to adulthood. 

He was known by all to be funny, ornery, and sometimes a bit of a troublemaker. He was a lifetime motorcycle enthusiast of Harley Davidsons and spent many years as a driller in the oil field industry. Jerry was also a successful entrepreneur with his pursuits at Koerner Concrete. He took pride in his work and his attention to detail and quality still shines today.

He spent his time riding motorcycles, watching old westerns or anything with John Candy, and enjoying the company of many friends and family. A great conversationalist, Jerry (aka Jer-Bear) could create friendships with people of all walks of life and strived to make everyone he met laugh. 

If you knew Jerry, you knew that his brightest accomplishment was his daughter, Karly. Nothing brought him more joy than to see her successful, happy, resilient, and thriving. He was overjoyed to watch her graduate college, get married, buy her first house, and become a step-mother to her daughter Adalynn. 

Jerry and Baby, his dog and trusty sidekick, spent their days going on drives to the park to chase squirrels, getting Jr. Bacon Burgers from Wendy's, and sitting on the front porch with a snowball and can of Skoal enjoying the peacefulness and quiet Munjor had to offer.

Jerry is survived by daughter Karly Seitz, husband Michael and granddaughter Adalynn of Gainesville, Texas; sister Kimberly Harbolt and husband Joe of Delaware, Ohio; nieces Shayla Bliss and Jaquie Watts and nephew Matt Watts of Delaware, Ohio.

He is preceded in death by father Gary Koerner, mother Jeannie Dinkel Koerner, and brother Matthew Koerner.

Services will be held Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Brock's~Keithley Funeral Home and Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday, October 27, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., also at Brock's~Keithley Funeral Home.

Condolences and memories can be shared on Jerry’s tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>, where friends and family can share cherished memories he leaves behind. Jerry’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Memorials are suggested to Home Hospice of Cooke County or LINK Inc. of Hays in care of Brock’s~Keithley Funeral Homes.

Services are being provided by Brock’s~Keithley Funeral Homes, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

To send flowers to the family of Jerry, please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29645127&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1698098810.162.1.1698098819.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure>November 14, 1962 - October 23, 2023Gerald 'Jerry' Dean Koerner, age 60, from Munjor, Kansas passed away Monday, October 23, 2023, in Gainesville, Texas. He was born November 14, 1962, in Hays, Kansas to Gary Koerner and Jeannie (Dinkel) Koerner. Jerry was a life-long resident of Hays and graduate of Hays High School and maintained many of those friendships from adolescence to adulthood. He was known by all to be funny, ornery, and sometimes a bit of a troublemaker. He was a lifetime motorcycle enthusiast of Harley Davidsons and spent many years as a driller in the oil field industry. Jerry was also a successful entrepreneur with his pursuits at Koerner Concrete. He took pride in his work and his attention to detail and quality still shines today.He spent his time riding motorcycles, watching old westerns or anything with John Candy, and enjoying the company of many friends and family. A great conversationalist, Jerry (aka Jer-Bear) could create friendships with people of all walks of life and strived to make everyone he met laugh. If you knew Jerry, you knew that his brightest accomplishment was his daughter, Karly. Nothing brought him more joy than to see her successful, happy, resilient, and thriving. He was overjoyed to watch her graduate college, get married, buy her first house, and become a step-mother to her daughter Adalynn. Jerry and Baby, his dog and trusty sidekick, spent their days going on drives to the park to chase squirrels, getting Jr. Bacon Burgers from Wendy's, and sitting on the front porch with a snowball and can of Skoal enjoying the peacefulness and quiet Munjor had to offer.Jerry is survived by daughter Karly Seitz, husband Michael and granddaughter Adalynn of Gainesville, Texas; sister Kimberly Harbolt and husband Joe of Delaware, Ohio; nieces Shayla Bliss and Jaquie Watts and nephew Matt Watts of Delaware, Ohio.He is preceded in death by father Gary Koerner, mother Jeannie Dinkel Koerner, and brother Matthew Koerner.Services will be held Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Brock's~Keithley Funeral Home and Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday, October 27, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., also at Brock's~Keithley Funeral Home.Condolences and memories can be shared on Jerry’s tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>, where friends and family can share cherished memories he leaves behind. Jerry’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.Memorials are suggested to Home Hospice of Cooke County or LINK Inc. of Hays in care of Brock’s~Keithley Funeral Homes.Services are being provided by Brock’s~Keithley Funeral Homes, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;To send flowers to the family of Jerry, please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29645127&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1698098810.162.1.1698098819.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Jerry Koerner

Sue E. Trimble, 70, Hays, died Sunday, October 22, 2023 at HaysMed.

She was born March 4, 1953 in Hays, the daughter of Herbert and Bernetha (Boos) Leiker. 

In 1971, she graduated from Hill City High School. 

She was united in marriage to Joseph Trimble in 1971, and he preceded her in death on May 25, 1990. 

Sue earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and was a dedicated early childhood teacher who loved the children she taught in the Garden City school district. She had a strong faith life, enjoyed reading, learning history, and loved her family, extending that love as a foster parent.

Survivors include her mother Bernetha Leiker of Hays, a daughter, Sarah Falke and husband James of Holcomb, three brothers, Mike Leiker and wife Ruth of Hays, Tim Leiker and wife Dot of Elkhart, and Steve Leiker of Russell, a sister, Barbara Moore and husband Bruce of Winfield, and three grandchildren, Arya, Everett, and Finley Falke.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Pastor Russell Kirkpatrick officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Palco Cemetery. 

Memorials are suggested and payable to the Hays Public Library. 

Condolences and memories of Sue may be left for her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

<h2>Sue E. Trimble, Hays</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1698240961121.jpeg" alt="Sue E. Trimble" />
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 </figure>March 4, 1953 - October 22, 2023Sue E. Trimble, 70, Hays, died Sunday, October 22, 2023 at HaysMed.She was born March 4, 1953 in Hays, the daughter of Herbert and Bernetha (Boos) Leiker. In 1971, she graduated from Hill City High School. She was united in marriage to Joseph Trimble in 1971, and he preceded her in death on May 25, 1990. Sue earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and was a dedicated early childhood teacher who loved the children she taught in the Garden City school district. She had a strong faith life, enjoyed reading, learning history, and loved her family, extending that love as a foster parent.Survivors include her mother Bernetha Leiker of Hays, a daughter, Sarah Falke and husband James of Holcomb, three brothers, Mike Leiker and wife Ruth of Hays, Tim Leiker and wife Dot of Elkhart, and Steve Leiker of Russell, a sister, Barbara Moore and husband Bruce of Winfield, and three grandchildren, Arya, Everett, and Finley Falke.She was preceded in death by her father.Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Pastor Russell Kirkpatrick officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Palco Cemetery. Memorials are suggested and payable to the Hays Public Library. Condolences and memories of Sue may be left for her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Sue E. Trimble

Phyllis Elzene Hurtt (Wales) died peacefully in her home on Monday, October 23, 2023. Phyllis was born on November 26, 1934, in Smith County, Kansas. 

Her parents were Alva and Letha (Yerkes) Wales. In January 1935 Letha passed away, Alva then remarried in 1936 to Leona Abernathy who loved and raised Phyllis. Alva and Leona gave birth to two more children, a son Kay and a daughter Linda. 

Phyllis went to school in Goodland, Kansas.

On October 28, 1950, Phyllis married Scott Bernard Hurtt and they made Colby, KS their home. They had two sons, Joady Scott born May 25, 1951 and Michael Joel on July 4, 1953. 

Phyllis was a homemaker, then worked at the Colby Schools as a cook for over 30 years.

She is survived by her son Joady and his wife Karen of Colby, KS; granddaughter Jayme Pfeifer (Jason) of Oakley, KS; grandson Garrett Hurtt (Jill) of Trenton, NE; great-grandchildren Jackson Pfeifer of Hays, KS and Grace Pfeifer of Oakley, KS; sister Linda Allacher (John) of Atwood, KS and several nieces and nephews.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, husband Scott, brother Kay Wales, son Michael and grandson Steven Hurtt.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at the Beulah Cemetery in Colby, KS. 

Memorials are suggested to the NWKS Foundation for Hope or Hospice Services, both of Colby, and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 

<h2>Phyllis Elzene Hurtt</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1698239451109.jpeg" alt="Phyllis Elzene Hurtt" />
 <figcaption>Phyllis Elzene Hurtt</figcaption>
 </figure>November 26, 1934 - October 23, 2023Phyllis Elzene Hurtt (Wales) died peacefully in her home on Monday, October 23, 2023. Phyllis was born on November 26, 1934, in Smith County, Kansas. Her parents were Alva and Letha (Yerkes) Wales. In January 1935 Letha passed away, Alva then remarried in 1936 to Leona Abernathy who loved and raised Phyllis. Alva and Leona gave birth to two more children, a son Kay and a daughter Linda. Phyllis went to school in Goodland, Kansas.On October 28, 1950, Phyllis married Scott Bernard Hurtt and they made Colby, KS their home. They had two sons, Joady Scott born May 25, 1951 and Michael Joel on July 4, 1953. Phyllis was a homemaker, then worked at the Colby Schools as a cook for over 30 years.She is survived by her son Joady and his wife Karen of Colby, KS; granddaughter Jayme Pfeifer (Jason) of Oakley, KS; grandson Garrett Hurtt (Jill) of Trenton, NE; great-grandchildren Jackson Pfeifer of Hays, KS and Grace Pfeifer of Oakley, KS; sister Linda Allacher (John) of Atwood, KS and several nieces and nephews.Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, husband Scott, brother Kay Wales, son Michael and grandson Steven Hurtt.A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at the Beulah Cemetery in Colby, KS. Memorials are suggested to the NWKS Foundation for Hope or Hospice Services, both of Colby, and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Phyllis Elzene Hurtt

DIGHTON - Albert Elmer Cook, Jr. was born October 22, 1930. He went to the Lord on his 93rd birthday, October 22, 2023. Albert was the son of Elmer Albert and Nina Ethel (Lamb) Cook.

Al graduated from Wellington High School with the Class of 1948. 

Working construction until 1950, Albert joined the United States Navy in 1950. After serving in the Navy on a munitions ship, the USS Titania, during the Korean War, Al returned to Mayfield, KS, and married Marilyn Ann Metzen on August 28th, 1956. Marilyn died January 19, 2008.

Al and Marilyn moved to Dighton, KS, in 1959, Al to teach as the shop teacher at Dighton High School and Marilyn as a cosmetologist at the Green Bonnet. 

After 36 years of teaching industrial arts, coaching football, cross-country, and track, Al retired only to begin serving on the school board for an additional 24 years. During that time, he served also on the Kansas Association of School Boards Risk Management committee. 

He served the community as a member of the American Legion Post #190 and as past commander of the Dighton VFW Post. As a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church and a 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus, he served his church. In addition, Albert had a custom-cutting business that harvested primarily in Summer and Lane County.

Al and Marilyn invested their entire lives in the Dighton community where they raised seven children. 

They are survived by Randy and Lenora Cook, Garden City, KS; Mike and Jenny Cook, Augusta, KS; Greg and Lorinda Cook, Tribune, KS; Rhonda Cook and Amy Carroll, Downingtown, PA; Becky and Steve Daniels, North Attleboro, MA; Mark and Signe Cook, Ellinwood, KS; and Marla and Mike Porch, Halstead, KS. Al and Marilyn were blessed with 20 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren and students too numerous to mention that they considered “family.”

Albert Cook cherished and was dedicated to the parents, students, and people of Dighton that he was so honored to teach, know, and share life with.

Visitation for Albert Cook will be Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, October 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Boomhower Funeral Home, Dighton, Kansas. Vigil and rosary will be Friday, October 27, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Dighton, Kansas. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Theresa Catholic Church, with Rev. Donald Bedore officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in Dighton Memorial Cemetery. 

The family suggests memorial contributions to Lane County Hospital or Dighton High School, both in care of Boomhower Funeral Home, P.O. Box 891, Dighton, Kansas 67839.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Albert Elmer Cook, Jr., Dighton</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1698238865358.png" alt="Albert Elmer Cook, Jr." />
 <figcaption>Albert Elmer Cook, Jr.</figcaption>
 </figure>October 22, 1930 - October 22, 2023DIGHTON - Albert Elmer Cook, Jr. was born October 22, 1930. He went to the Lord on his 93rd birthday, October 22, 2023. Albert was the son of Elmer Albert and Nina Ethel (Lamb) Cook.Al graduated from Wellington High School with the Class of 1948. Working construction until 1950, Albert joined the United States Navy in 1950. After serving in the Navy on a munitions ship, the USS Titania, during the Korean War, Al returned to Mayfield, KS, and married Marilyn Ann Metzen on August 28th, 1956. Marilyn died January 19, 2008.Al and Marilyn moved to Dighton, KS, in 1959, Al to teach as the shop teacher at Dighton High School and Marilyn as a cosmetologist at the Green Bonnet. After 36 years of teaching industrial arts, coaching football, cross-country, and track, Al retired only to begin serving on the school board for an additional 24 years. During that time, he served also on the Kansas Association of School Boards Risk Management committee. He served the community as a member of the American Legion Post #190 and as past commander of the Dighton VFW Post. As a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church and a 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus, he served his church. In addition, Albert had a custom-cutting business that harvested primarily in Summer and Lane County.Al and Marilyn invested their entire lives in the Dighton community where they raised seven children. They are survived by Randy and Lenora Cook, Garden City, KS; Mike and Jenny Cook, Augusta, KS; Greg and Lorinda Cook, Tribune, KS; Rhonda Cook and Amy Carroll, Downingtown, PA; Becky and Steve Daniels, North Attleboro, MA; Mark and Signe Cook, Ellinwood, KS; and Marla and Mike Porch, Halstead, KS. Al and Marilyn were blessed with 20 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren and students too numerous to mention that they considered “family.”Albert Cook cherished and was dedicated to the parents, students, and people of Dighton that he was so honored to teach, know, and share life with.Visitation for Albert Cook will be Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, October 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Boomhower Funeral Home, Dighton, Kansas. Vigil and rosary will be Friday, October 27, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Dighton, Kansas. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Theresa Catholic Church, with Rev. Donald Bedore officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in Dighton Memorial Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Lane County Hospital or Dighton High School, both in care of Boomhower Funeral Home, P.O. Box 891, Dighton, Kansas 67839.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Albert Elmer Cook, Jr.

Betsy Ruth (Ellsaesser) Losey, 82, Hays, died Monday, October 23, 2023 at Homestead Assisted Living.

She was born June 22, 1941 in Liberal, Kansas, the daughter of Frank T. and Catherine Sarah (McCree) Ellsaesser.

She lived on the family farm north of Hugoton, Kansas until graduating from Hugoton High School and going to Fort Hays State College in Hays, Kansas.

She was an active member of the United Methodist Church of Hugoton, serving in leadership roles in the Methodist Youth Fellowship at the local and state levels. At the time of her death, she was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hays.

Betsy married William J. Losey on August 13, 1961 at the Wesley Foundation Chapel in Hays, and he preceded her in death on March 16, 2022.

She graduated from Fort Hays State with a BS in elementary education in 1970 and earned an MS in education in 1971. She was an elementary school librarian for USD 489 Hays from 1977 until 2001. She also served as an adjunct faculty for Fort Hays State University College of Education and for the School of Library and Information Management at Emporia State University. She was an active member of the American Association of School Librarians and the Kansas Association of School Librarians.

She was involved in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts for the Wheatland District and Coronado Council, serving on many committees and in the training of leaders for the scouting program. She earned the Silver Beaver and the Wood Badge honors. Betsy enjoyed various crafts and cardmaking.

She is survived by her three children, Bill and Joyce Losey of Hugoton, Jim and Sandy Losey of Hays, and Rebecca Haury of Augusta, six grandchildren, Jennifer Whitmer (John), Amy Garza (Chris), Catherine Losey, Michael Losey (Amanda), Elizabeth Haury, and Steven Haury, six great grandchildren, Jason, Jade, Jacob, and Jana Whitmer, Greyson and Mojo Garza, her siblings, Bonnie Raff of Hope, AR, Barbara Miller of Boulder, CO, and Charles Ellsaesser of Bailey, CO.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband William.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating. A private family inurnment will be in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m until service time on Monday at the funeral home. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested and payable to the USD 489 Foundation for the Roosevelt Elementary School Library or to the FHSU Foundation for the Forsyth Library. 

Condolences and memories of Betsy may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

<h2>Betsy Ruth Losey, Hays</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Betsy Ruth (Ellsaesser) Losey, 82, Hays, died Monday, October 23, 2023 at Homestead Assisted Living.She was born June 22, 1941 in Liberal, Kansas, the daughter of Frank T. and Catherine Sarah (McCree) Ellsaesser.She lived on the family farm north of Hugoton, Kansas until graduating from Hugoton High School and going to Fort Hays State College in Hays, Kansas.She was an active member of the United Methodist Church of Hugoton, serving in leadership roles in the Methodist Youth Fellowship at the local and state levels. At the time of her death, she was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hays.Betsy married William J. Losey on August 13, 1961 at the Wesley Foundation Chapel in Hays, and he preceded her in death on March 16, 2022.She graduated from Fort Hays State with a BS in elementary education in 1970 and earned an MS in education in 1971. She was an elementary school librarian for USD 489 Hays from 1977 until 2001. She also served as an adjunct faculty for Fort Hays State University College of Education and for the School of Library and Information Management at Emporia State University. She was an active member of the American Association of School Librarians and the Kansas Association of School Librarians.She was involved in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts for the Wheatland District and Coronado Council, serving on many committees and in the training of leaders for the scouting program. She earned the Silver Beaver and the Wood Badge honors. Betsy enjoyed various crafts and cardmaking.She is survived by her three children, Bill and Joyce Losey of Hugoton, Jim and Sandy Losey of Hays, and Rebecca Haury of Augusta, six grandchildren, Jennifer Whitmer (John), Amy Garza (Chris), Catherine Losey, Michael Losey (Amanda), Elizabeth Haury, and Steven Haury, six great grandchildren, Jason, Jade, Jacob, and Jana Whitmer, Greyson and Mojo Garza, her siblings, Bonnie Raff of Hope, AR, Barbara Miller of Boulder, CO, and Charles Ellsaesser of Bailey, CO.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband William.Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating. A private family inurnment will be in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m until service time on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested and payable to the USD 489 Foundation for the Roosevelt Elementary School Library or to the FHSU Foundation for the Forsyth Library. Condolences and memories of Betsy may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Betsy Ruth Losey

Mark Alan Beardslee, age 61, of Salina, KS, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.&nbsp;

Mark grew up in Hays, KS, where he attended Hays High School and Fort Hays State University. He lived in Bremerton, WA, Lawrence, KS, eventually settling in Salina. He enjoyed photography, painting, fishing, and billiards.&nbsp;

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 </figure><h2>Mark Alan Beardslee, Salina</h2>Mark Alan Beardslee, age 61, of Salina, KS, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.&nbsp;Mark grew up in Hays, KS, where he attended Hays High School and Fort Hays State University. He lived in Bremerton, WA, Lawrence, KS, eventually settling in Salina. He enjoyed photography, painting, fishing, and billiards.&nbsp;Mark is survived by his sisters, Kelly Ludlow of Salina, and Nancy Howard of Lawrence; his nieces, Rachel Ludlow of Glenwood, IA, Shirley Howard of Lawrence; and his nephew, Elvis Howard, also of Lawrence.Mark is preceded in death by his parents, Carroll and Shirley (McElfresh) Beardslee, and his nephew, Ryan Ludlow, all of Hays, KS.&nbsp;Our family is grateful to know that Mark is finally at peace. He will be dearly missed.&nbsp;Mark will be laid to rest at Fairport Cemetery in Russell County, KS. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate his life will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;Memorials can be made to the Mark Beardslee Memorial Fund, c/o Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th St., Salina, KS 67401.&nbsp;Memorials can also be made to the Mark Beardslee Memorial &amp; Final Expenses GOFUNDME at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/mark-beardslee-memorial-final-expenses?member=30171331&amp;sharetype=teams&amp;utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=copy_link&amp;utm_source=customer" target="_blank">https://gofund.me/68fe5d66</a>

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