Loretta Marie Maske, 79, died on Friday, September 30, 2022, at the Main Street Manor in Russell, Kansas.

Loretta was born on May 26, 1943, in Hoxie, Kansas, the daughter of 
Martin and Josephine (Jegen) Bieker.&nbsp; She grew up in Hoxie and graduated
 from Hoxie High School.&nbsp; She met, fell in love and was united in 
marriage to William J. Maske on July 13, 1963, in Grainfield, Kansas.&nbsp; 
From this union they were blessed with 3 children, sons Kevin and Terry 
and a daughter Tracey.&nbsp;

She lived her entire life in Kansas living in Sharon Springs, 
Lindsborg, Salina, Fairport and has lived in Russell, Kansas, for 20 
years.&nbsp; She received nursing and EMT training and worked as a Licensed 
Practical Nurse.&nbsp; She was a longtime member of St. Mary Catholic Church 
in Russell.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening and took pride in and worked hard 
maintaining a beautiful yard.&nbsp; She also enjoyed shopping, going to 
garage sales and thrift stores and watching Jayhawk basketball, Chiefs 
football and Royals baseball.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed spending time 
with her family, especially her children, grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.

Surviving family include her sons Kevin Maske and Terry Maske both of
 Grand Island, Nebraska; daughter Tracey Nabity and husband Phillip of 
Casper, Wyoming; brother Lawrence Bieker of Hoxie, Kansas; 5 
grandchildren Reece Peters, P.J. Nabity, Nathan and Justin Salpas and 
Sha’nera Maske and one great grandson Arthur Aaron Salpas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband William on October 
13, 2017, brother LaVern Bieker and granddaughter Dariawna Maske.

A celebration of the funeral mass for Loretta’s life will be held at 
11 A.M on Thursday, October 06, 2022, at the St. Mary Queen of Angels 
Catholic Church in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the St. Mary 
Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. 
on Wednesday, October 05, 2022, with family greeting guests from 6 P.M. 
to 7 P.M. Wednesday evening at the mortuary.&nbsp; 

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

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 </figure>Loretta Marie Maske, 79, died on Friday, September 30, 2022, at the Main Street Manor in Russell, Kansas.Loretta was born on May 26, 1943, in Hoxie, Kansas, the daughter of 
Martin and Josephine (Jegen) Bieker.&nbsp; She grew up in Hoxie and graduated
 from Hoxie High School.&nbsp; She met, fell in love and was united in 
marriage to William J. Maske on July 13, 1963, in Grainfield, Kansas.&nbsp; 
From this union they were blessed with 3 children, sons Kevin and Terry 
and a daughter Tracey.&nbsp;She lived her entire life in Kansas living in Sharon Springs, 
Lindsborg, Salina, Fairport and has lived in Russell, Kansas, for 20 
years.&nbsp; She received nursing and EMT training and worked as a Licensed 
Practical Nurse.&nbsp; She was a longtime member of St. Mary Catholic Church 
in Russell.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening and took pride in and worked hard 
maintaining a beautiful yard.&nbsp; She also enjoyed shopping, going to 
garage sales and thrift stores and watching Jayhawk basketball, Chiefs 
football and Royals baseball.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed spending time 
with her family, especially her children, grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.Surviving family include her sons Kevin Maske and Terry Maske both of
 Grand Island, Nebraska; daughter Tracey Nabity and husband Phillip of 
Casper, Wyoming; brother Lawrence Bieker of Hoxie, Kansas; 5 
grandchildren Reece Peters, P.J. Nabity, Nathan and Justin Salpas and 
Sha’nera Maske and one great grandson Arthur Aaron Salpas.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband William on October 
13, 2017, brother LaVern Bieker and granddaughter Dariawna Maske.A celebration of the funeral mass for Loretta’s life will be held at 
11 A.M on Thursday, October 06, 2022, at the St. Mary Queen of Angels 
Catholic Church in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the St. Mary 
Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. 
on Wednesday, October 05, 2022, with family greeting guests from 6 P.M. 
to 7 P.M. Wednesday evening at the mortuary.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service 
arrangements.

Loretta Marie Maske

Dorlene Elsa Radke Steele went to meet her heavenly father on Sept 
29, 2022. She was born September 24, 1925, in Milberger, Russell County, 
Kansas, to William Fredrick Radke and Ida Magdalena Karst Radke.

As a child, Dorlene attended a one room country school house in 
Milberger, Kansas. She graduated from Salt City Business College, 
Hutchinson, Kansas, in 1945 with Honors. Dorlene married William Lenard 
Steele on January 16, 1946, in Russell, Kansas, he preceded her in death 
on January 19, 1993. Dorlene worked for Dr. EC Elfert in Hutchinson, 
Kansas before moving to Dodge City, in 1955, where she worked for Dr. WJ
 Holman for 33 years until his retirement. She then worked for Dr. Glen 
Mitchell until her retirement in 2001. Dorlene worked as a dental 
receptionist and chair side assistant for a total of 53 years, she loved
 her work. Family was extremely important to her, one of her most 
valuable gifts was her ability to make each and every one of her 
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren feel so loved. She was a
 beautiful woman inside and out and had a lot of class, style, grace and
 a contagious smile.

As an infant, Dorlene was baptized in the Lutheran Faith and 
confirmed in 1940 by Rev. Gemelich of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in 
Milberger, Kansas. She was a member of the Social Order of Beauceant and
 a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 97, Dorlene received 
her 25-year membership pin in 2013. Dorlene was a member of SKAVI, 
Southwest Kansas Association of the Visually Impaired.

Dorlene was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers; 
Harvey E. Radke, Marvin L. Radke,sister; Lorene (Radke) Kahler and one 
grandson, William J. Steele.

Dorlene is survived by her four children; Cyrilla Petracek of 
Emporia, Kansas, Patricia Trotter of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, William 
Steele and wife Pam of Nixa, Missouri, Roxanne Beck and husband Pat, 
Dodge City, Kansas, 9 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, 5 
great-great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Saturday 
October&nbsp; 8, 2022, at 10:00 AM with Mr. Ken Winter and Mr. Kurt Lampe 
presiding. Entombment will follow at Scroggins Memorial Mausoleum in 
Dodge City. Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday, 
October 7, 2022, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM with the family receiving 
friends from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the funeral home. 

Memorials are 
suggested to Manor of the Plains or Hospice of the Prairie in care of 
the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online 
guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dorlene Elsa Radke Steele went to meet her heavenly father on Sept 
29, 2022. She was born September 24, 1925, in Milberger, Russell County, 
Kansas, to William Fredrick Radke and Ida Magdalena Karst Radke.As a child, Dorlene attended a one room country school house in 
Milberger, Kansas. She graduated from Salt City Business College, 
Hutchinson, Kansas, in 1945 with Honors. Dorlene married William Lenard 
Steele on January 16, 1946, in Russell, Kansas, he preceded her in death 
on January 19, 1993. Dorlene worked for Dr. EC Elfert in Hutchinson, 
Kansas before moving to Dodge City, in 1955, where she worked for Dr. WJ
 Holman for 33 years until his retirement. She then worked for Dr. Glen 
Mitchell until her retirement in 2001. Dorlene worked as a dental 
receptionist and chair side assistant for a total of 53 years, she loved
 her work. Family was extremely important to her, one of her most 
valuable gifts was her ability to make each and every one of her 
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren feel so loved. She was a
 beautiful woman inside and out and had a lot of class, style, grace and
 a contagious smile.As an infant, Dorlene was baptized in the Lutheran Faith and 
confirmed in 1940 by Rev. Gemelich of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in 
Milberger, Kansas. She was a member of the Social Order of Beauceant and
 a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 97, Dorlene received 
her 25-year membership pin in 2013. Dorlene was a member of SKAVI, 
Southwest Kansas Association of the Visually Impaired.Dorlene was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers; 
Harvey E. Radke, Marvin L. Radke,sister; Lorene (Radke) Kahler and one 
grandson, William J. Steele.Dorlene is survived by her four children; Cyrilla Petracek of 
Emporia, Kansas, Patricia Trotter of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, William 
Steele and wife Pam of Nixa, Missouri, Roxanne Beck and husband Pat, 
Dodge City, Kansas, 9 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, 5 
great-great grandchildren.Funeral service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Saturday 
October&nbsp; 8, 2022, at 10:00 AM with Mr. Ken Winter and Mr. Kurt Lampe 
presiding. Entombment will follow at Scroggins Memorial Mausoleum in 
Dodge City. Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday, 
October 7, 2022, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM with the family receiving 
friends from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are 
suggested to Manor of the Plains or Hospice of the Prairie in care of 
the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online 
guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Dorlene Elsa Radke Steele

Freda McMillan, 92, died on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at her home in 
Garden City. She was born on August 20, 1930, in Trego County, the 
daughter of John Henry &amp; Lena (Knaus) Mai. She married Ted McMillan
 on August 31, 1949, at Raton, New Mexico. He died on June 15, 2018. 
Freda moved with her family to Finney County in 1945 where she attended 
Garden City High School. She and her husband farmed in Southern Finney 
County. She was a member of the Plymell Union Church where she was 
involved with the bible study group, taught Sunday School, worked in the
 kitchen on church events and took care of the church rose garden. She 
enjoyed her flowers and cooking and was well known for her coconut pies. 
She is survived by her Daughter- Kathy &amp; Dan Kraus, 3 Sons- Danny 
McMillan, Rod &amp; Sharon McMillan and Randy &amp; Shelle McMillan all 
of Garden City, Sister- Esther Krug of Garden City, 17 Grandchildren and
 24 Great-Grandchildren with 2 on the way. She was preceded in death by
 her Parents, Husband, Daughter-In-Law- Nancy McMillan, Brother- Emil 
Mai and 2 Sisters- Ruth Burdick and Lydia Schweer. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Wednesday at Plymell Union Church 
with Pastor Steve Talley and Pastor Rod McMillan officiating. Burial 
will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.

 Memorials are suggested
 to Plymell Union Church or Leave A Legacy Foundation in care of Garnand
 Funeral Home.  Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 </figure>Freda McMillan, 92, died on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at her home in 
Garden City. She was born on August 20, 1930, in Trego County, the 
daughter of John Henry &amp; Lena (Knaus) Mai. She married Ted McMillan
 on August 31, 1949, at Raton, New Mexico. He died on June 15, 2018. 
Freda moved with her family to Finney County in 1945 where she attended 
Garden City High School. She and her husband farmed in Southern Finney 
County. She was a member of the Plymell Union Church where she was 
involved with the bible study group, taught Sunday School, worked in the
 kitchen on church events and took care of the church rose garden. She 
enjoyed her flowers and cooking and was well known for her coconut pies. 
She is survived by her Daughter- Kathy &amp; Dan Kraus, 3 Sons- Danny 
McMillan, Rod &amp; Sharon McMillan and Randy &amp; Shelle McMillan all 
of Garden City, Sister- Esther Krug of Garden City, 17 Grandchildren and
 24 Great-Grandchildren with 2 on the way. She was preceded in death by
 her Parents, Husband, Daughter-In-Law- Nancy McMillan, Brother- Emil 
Mai and 2 Sisters- Ruth Burdick and Lydia Schweer. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Wednesday at Plymell Union Church 
with Pastor Steve Talley and Pastor Rod McMillan officiating. Burial 
will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Memorials are suggested
 to Plymell Union Church or Leave A Legacy Foundation in care of Garnand
 Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Freda McMillan

Lois Mary Bryant, 87, passed away on September 30, 2022, at the 
Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie with her family by her side.  
She was born on December 28, 1934, in Griffith, Indiana, to Adolph and 
Naomi (Sampson) Penning.

Lois grew up in Griffith, Indiana, and 
graduated from Griffith High School in 1952.  After high school she 
attended Manchester University in Indiana.  She then moved to Denver and
 met John Bryant at church.  The two then got married on April 26, 1958,&nbsp; in Griffith, Indiana.  To this union they had two daughters: Susan and 
Patricia.  When the girls were very young, they moved to Quinter and 
then to Oberlin where they bought a farm.  Lois loved to help on the 
farm. She would drive the trucks, feed the cows, and even just sit in 
the pickup with her daughters to just watch the cows and count them.

Lois
 also had a passion for sewing, bowling, knitting, quilting, and 
crocheting.  She made her wedding dress and all the dresses for the 
bridesmaids.  She also made all the girl’s clothes all the way up to 6th
 grade.  If she wasn’t knitting something you could find her 
scrapbooking, reading, doing puzzles, or watching movies and TV.  Lois 
loved to travel.  Especially on bus tours.  Lois even went on an Alaskan
 Cruise (twice).  Most of all Lois loved to be around her family, 
especially her grandkids.  In the summer she would take them to the pool
 for swimming lessons or to just swim.  She would teach them how to cook
 and sew.

Lois is survived by her daughters: Susan Lubang and 
Patricia (Barry) Richards; grandchildren: Curtis (Amanda) Richards, 
Bryan Richards, Jonathon (Amanda) Richards, Andrew (Brooklyn) Richards, 
Rebecca (Clive) Cook, and Jennifer Lubang; great grandchildren: Alex, 
Sophia, Ellie, Trent, Holly, Brylee, Hadley, and Oakleigh; sister: Karen
 Martinez.  She was preceded by her parents; husband: John Bryant; 
sisters: Evelyn Grimm and Miriam Jensen.

Funeral services will be 
held on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at Lund Covenant Church at 11:00 AM.  
Visitation will be from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM Friday, October 7, 2022, at 
Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin, KS.  Burial will be in Oberlin Cemetery at 
1:30 PM. 

 Memorial contributions may be made out to Miriam’s Hope.  
Condolences can be left at www.paulsfh.com.

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 </figure>Lois Mary Bryant, 87, passed away on September 30, 2022, at the 
Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie with her family by her side. 
She was born on December 28, 1934, in Griffith, Indiana, to Adolph and 
Naomi (Sampson) Penning.Lois grew up in Griffith, Indiana, and 
graduated from Griffith High School in 1952. After high school she 
attended Manchester University in Indiana. She then moved to Denver and
 met John Bryant at church. The two then got married on April 26, 1958,&nbsp; in Griffith, Indiana. To this union they had two daughters: Susan and 
Patricia. When the girls were very young, they moved to Quinter and 
then to Oberlin where they bought a farm. Lois loved to help on the 
farm. She would drive the trucks, feed the cows, and even just sit in 
the pickup with her daughters to just watch the cows and count them.Lois
 also had a passion for sewing, bowling, knitting, quilting, and 
crocheting. She made her wedding dress and all the dresses for the 
bridesmaids. She also made all the girl’s clothes all the way up to 6th
 grade. If she wasn’t knitting something you could find her 
scrapbooking, reading, doing puzzles, or watching movies and TV. Lois 
loved to travel. Especially on bus tours. Lois even went on an Alaskan
 Cruise (twice). Most of all Lois loved to be around her family, 
especially her grandkids. In the summer she would take them to the pool
 for swimming lessons or to just swim. She would teach them how to cook
 and sew.Lois is survived by her daughters: Susan Lubang and 
Patricia (Barry) Richards; grandchildren: Curtis (Amanda) Richards, 
Bryan Richards, Jonathon (Amanda) Richards, Andrew (Brooklyn) Richards, 
Rebecca (Clive) Cook, and Jennifer Lubang; great grandchildren: Alex, 
Sophia, Ellie, Trent, Holly, Brylee, Hadley, and Oakleigh; sister: Karen
 Martinez. She was preceded by her parents; husband: John Bryant; 
sisters: Evelyn Grimm and Miriam Jensen.Funeral services will be 
held on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at Lund Covenant Church at 11:00 AM. 
Visitation will be from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM Friday, October 7, 2022, at 
Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin, KS. Burial will be in Oberlin Cemetery at 
1:30 PM. Memorial contributions may be made out to Miriam’s Hope. 
Condolences can be left at www.paulsfh.com.

Lois Mary Bryant

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Elaine-Lawson">HERE</a> for service details.

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Elaine Georgia (Sayre) Lawson

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators have unveiled their plan to allow foreign baby formula manufacturers to stay on the market long term, an effort to diversify the nation’s tightly concentrated industry and prevent future shortages.

The Food and Drug Administration said recent entrants to the U.S. market will have until October 2025 to make sure their formulas comply with federal standards for nutrition, labeling and manufacturing. The agency noted that some companies should be able to meet those requirements sooner.

The U.S. has been forced to turn to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/biden-health-government-and-politics-53857b4ba1006a8bf85caad251517f4c">foreign manufacturers</a>&nbsp;to boost formula supplies since February, when FDA inspectors temporarily shuttered the nation’s largest domestic formula factory due to bacterial contamination.

In May, the FDA eased federal import regulations and President Joe Biden authorized the airlift of millions of pounds of powdered formula from overseas. Together those actions have brought the equivalent of 300 million bottles of formula into the country, according to the FDA.

“Manufacturers from around the world have demonstrated their commitment to helping bolster U.S. supply and, in turn, we are committed to continuing these flexibilities for their products to safely remain on the market,” FDA Commissioner Robert Califf said in a statement.

The policy allowing importation was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/health-united-states-government-and-politics-38745bd583dc0861dbe66a3ca7f828b4">set to expire in November</a>, but the FDA said it would be extended to January, after which companies can ask to stay on the market longer.

For decades, the U.S. formula industry has been dominated by a handful of companies with domestic production facilities, excluding similar products from Europe, Australia and Latin America. The U.S. system evolved to prioritize&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/biden-science-health-government-and-politics-a99273eaded440aeeb3942ab61b77d88">safety and low pricing</a>, favoring a few large players.

Foreign formula companies seeking to remain in the U.S. must meet specific thresholds for 30 nutrients and undergo manufacturing inspections by FDA staff, among other steps.

Earlier this month the FDA formally acknowledged&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/science-health-covid-government-and-politics-cacda684b7a62cbc9dee97b6aa181a3a">several shortcomings</a>&nbsp;in its response to the shortage, including outdated information technology systems and inadequate training among its food facility inspectors.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1653255522967.png" alt="The U.S. has been forced to turn to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/biden-health-government-and-politics-53857b4ba1006a8bf85caad251517f4c">foreign manufacturers</a>&nbsp;to boost formula supplies since February-White House photo" />
 <figcaption>The U.S. has been forced to turn to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/biden-health-government-and-politics-53857b4ba1006a8bf85caad251517f4c">foreign manufacturers</a>&nbsp;to boost formula supplies since February-White House photo</figcaption>
 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators have unveiled their plan to allow foreign baby formula manufacturers to stay on the market long term, an effort to diversify the nation’s tightly concentrated industry and prevent future shortages.The Food and Drug Administration said recent entrants to the U.S. market will have until October 2025 to make sure their formulas comply with federal standards for nutrition, labeling and manufacturing. The agency noted that some companies should be able to meet those requirements sooner.The U.S. has been forced to turn to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/biden-health-government-and-politics-53857b4ba1006a8bf85caad251517f4c">foreign manufacturers</a>&nbsp;to boost formula supplies since February, when FDA inspectors temporarily shuttered the nation’s largest domestic formula factory due to bacterial contamination.In May, the FDA eased federal import regulations and President Joe Biden authorized the airlift of millions of pounds of powdered formula from overseas. Together those actions have brought the equivalent of 300 million bottles of formula into the country, according to the FDA.“Manufacturers from around the world have demonstrated their commitment to helping bolster U.S. supply and, in turn, we are committed to continuing these flexibilities for their products to safely remain on the market,” FDA Commissioner Robert Califf said in a statement.The policy allowing importation was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/health-united-states-government-and-politics-38745bd583dc0861dbe66a3ca7f828b4">set to expire in November</a>, but the FDA said it would be extended to January, after which companies can ask to stay on the market longer.For decades, the U.S. formula industry has been dominated by a handful of companies with domestic production facilities, excluding similar products from Europe, Australia and Latin America. The U.S. system evolved to prioritize&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/biden-science-health-government-and-politics-a99273eaded440aeeb3942ab61b77d88">safety and low pricing</a>, favoring a few large players.Foreign formula companies seeking to remain in the U.S. must meet specific thresholds for 30 nutrients and undergo manufacturing inspections by FDA staff, among other steps.Earlier this month the FDA formally acknowledged&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/science-health-covid-government-and-politics-cacda684b7a62cbc9dee97b6aa181a3a">several shortcomings</a>&nbsp;in its response to the shortage, including outdated information technology systems and inadequate training among its food facility inspectors.___

US outlines plan for long-term baby formula imports

RUSSELL - 𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝕺𝖈𝖙𝖔𝖇𝖊𝖗!!!! 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 🅴🆅🅴🅽🆃🆂 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝕽𝖚𝖘𝖘𝖊𝖑𝖑 𝕮𝖔𝖚𝖓𝖙𝖞!&nbsp;

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 </figure>RUSSELL - 𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝕺𝖈𝖙𝖔𝖇𝖊𝖗!!!! 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 🅴🆅🅴🅽🆃🆂 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝕽𝖚𝖘𝖘𝖊𝖑𝖑 𝕮𝖔𝖚𝖓𝖙𝖞!&nbsp;

Russell County events during October

The Victoria Community Coalition will&nbsp;host a&nbsp;community
meeting&nbsp;Wednesday, October 5th, 6:00 pm&nbsp;at the VFW.&nbsp;

This
gathering is open to the public and will include an update on the redevelopment
of the former St. John's Rest Home building.

Presentations will include a
summary of the community housing assessment conducted this past summer, the
architect's initial plans and estimated construction costs, and where we plan
to go from here.

SubmittedThe Victoria Community Coalition will&nbsp;host a&nbsp;community
meeting&nbsp;Wednesday, October 5th, 6:00 pm&nbsp;at the VFW.&nbsp;This
gathering is open to the public and will include an update on the redevelopment
of the former St. John's Rest Home building. Presentations will include a
summary of the community housing assessment conducted this past summer, the
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Victoria Community Coalition meeting scheduled for Oct. 5

Purple Light Nights October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Options Domestic &amp; Sexual Violence Services is bringing awareness to our communities through several awareness and educational events.

Options invites community members to take action, prevent domestic violence, and support survivors. Options is excited to be hosting three tree lighting ceremonies this year to kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. These tree lightings will be across Options’ 18-county service area:

· Monday, Oct. 3 in Hill City at East City Park at 7 p.m. · Tuesday, Oct. 4 in Hays at Union Pacific Park at 7 p.m. · Wednesday, Oct. 5 in Colby at Fike Park at 7 p.m.

Options invites the community to show their support for survivors at these ceremonies.

Turn the Lights SalON! is returning this year to Options’ Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This is a competition between area salons to decorate their windows for the month of October.

Salons will have the opportunity to participate in a special training for the CUT IT OUT program. CUT IT OUT builds awareness of domestic abuse through materials displayed in salons through the “Give the Power Back” initiative. Options is offering several free training opportunities throughout the month for any salon/spa professional or student, which gives them tools they need to recognize warning signs and safely refer clients to resources.

Contact Options for more information about the training: 785-625-4202.

In Her Shoes In Her Shoes is an interactive activity where participants can walk through a simulation of a survivor’s journey through an abusive relationship.

Options is hosting In Her Shoes at the libraries in Hays, Hill City, Colby, and Atwood. This event is designed to give participants a direct view of the triumphs and struggles that many survivors face while experiencing abuse and recovering from it. Options will host four In Her Shoes events throughout the month:

· Tuesday, Oct. 11 in Hays at the Hays Public Library from 5 to 8 p.m. · Monday, Oct. 17 in Hill City at the Graham County Library from 2 to 5 p.m. · Thursday, Oct. 20 in Atwood at the Atwood Public Library from 5 to 7:30 p.m. · Friday, Oct. 28 in Colby at the Pioneer Memorial Library from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

These events contain sensitive and potentially graphic content; descriptions of domestic and sexual abuse, rape, and personal trauma are included. Discretion is advised.

Paint the Town Purple Paint the Town Purple is an art therapy painting event to encourage community members to express themselves and their experiences.

Options and Fort Hays State University Student Groups Arts for Social Change and the Criminal Justice Club will host a come-and-go event at Union Pacific Park in Downtown Hays from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16. 

All supplies will be provided. The finished pieces will be combined into a larger work that will be on display at Fort Hays State University.

Options will host a second Paint the Town Purple event on campus at Colby Community College from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21.

SubmittedPurple Light Nights October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Options Domestic &amp; Sexual Violence Services is bringing awareness to our communities through several awareness and educational events.Options invites community members to take action, prevent domestic violence, and support survivors. Options is excited to be hosting three tree lighting ceremonies this year to kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. These tree lightings will be across Options’ 18-county service area:· Monday, Oct. 3 in Hill City at East City Park at 7 p.m. · Tuesday, Oct. 4 in Hays at Union Pacific Park at 7 p.m. · Wednesday, Oct. 5 in Colby at Fike Park at 7 p.m.Options invites the community to show their support for survivors at these ceremonies.Turn the Lights SalON! is returning this year to Options’ Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This is a competition between area salons to decorate their windows for the month of October.Salons will have the opportunity to participate in a special training for the CUT IT OUT program. CUT IT OUT builds awareness of domestic abuse through materials displayed in salons through the “Give the Power Back” initiative. Options is offering several free training opportunities throughout the month for any salon/spa professional or student, which gives them tools they need to recognize warning signs and safely refer clients to resources.Contact Options for more information about the training: 785-625-4202.In Her Shoes In Her Shoes is an interactive activity where participants can walk through a simulation of a survivor’s journey through an abusive relationship. Options is hosting In Her Shoes at the libraries in Hays, Hill City, Colby, and Atwood. This event is designed to give participants a direct view of the triumphs and struggles that many survivors face while experiencing abuse and recovering from it. Options will host four In Her Shoes events throughout the month:· Tuesday, Oct. 11 in Hays at the Hays Public Library from 5 to 8 p.m. · Monday, Oct. 17 in Hill City at the Graham County Library from 2 to 5 p.m. · Thursday, Oct. 20 in Atwood at the Atwood Public Library from 5 to 7:30 p.m. · Friday, Oct. 28 in Colby at the Pioneer Memorial Library from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.These events contain sensitive and potentially graphic content; descriptions of domestic and sexual abuse, rape, and personal trauma are included. Discretion is advised.Paint the Town Purple Paint the Town Purple is an art therapy painting event to encourage community members to express themselves and their experiences. Options and Fort Hays State University Student Groups Arts for Social Change and the Criminal Justice Club will host a come-and-go event at Union Pacific Park in Downtown Hays from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16. All supplies will be provided. The finished pieces will be combined into a larger work that will be on display at Fort Hays State University.Options will host a second Paint the Town Purple event on campus at Colby Community College from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21.

Options sets events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Scott Lee Redmon, 68, passed away on October 2, 2022, in Oberlin, KS 
with his family by his side.  He was born on February 5, 1954, in 
Greeley, CO to Melvin and Imogene (Green) Redmon.

Scott grew up in
 Greeley and Thornton, CO and in 1973 he graduated from Thornton High 
School.  On May 25, 1974, Scott married Carol Groves in Loveland, CO.  He
 had several occupations and did a little bit of everything but really 
enjoyed farming.  But most of all he loved to be with his family, go 
fishing, listen and play lots of music.  Especially the guitar.

Scott
 is survived by his wife, Carol Redmon of Oberlin, KS; daughters: 
Crystal (Ted) Stapleton of Stockton, KS and Melissa (Ronald Sporing) 
Mayden of Colby, KS; grandchildren: Makaila (Brandon) Kats of Prairie 
View, KS, Lane Stapleton of Stockton, KS, Taylor (Chyenne) Mayden of 
Gothenburg, NE, Brendan Mayden of Hays, KS; great grandsons: Jace Kats 
and Jaxon Harvey; sister, KayLee (Greg) Mendonca of Columbus, OH.  He 
was preceded by his parents, grandson: Ty Scott Redmon-Stapleton; 
sister: DeeAnn Beard.

The family has chosen cremation and services
 will be held at a later date.  Memorial contributions may be made out 
to the Scott Redmon Memorial Fund in care of Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. 
Penn Ave. Oberlin, KS 67749.  Condolences can be left at 
www.paulsfh.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1664812517621.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Scott Lee Redmon, 68, passed away on October 2, 2022, in Oberlin, KS 
with his family by his side. He was born on February 5, 1954, in 
Greeley, CO to Melvin and Imogene (Green) Redmon.Scott grew up in
 Greeley and Thornton, CO and in 1973 he graduated from Thornton High 
School. On May 25, 1974, Scott married Carol Groves in Loveland, CO. He
 had several occupations and did a little bit of everything but really 
enjoyed farming. But most of all he loved to be with his family, go 
fishing, listen and play lots of music. Especially the guitar.Scott
 is survived by his wife, Carol Redmon of Oberlin, KS; daughters: 
Crystal (Ted) Stapleton of Stockton, KS and Melissa (Ronald Sporing) 
Mayden of Colby, KS; grandchildren: Makaila (Brandon) Kats of Prairie 
View, KS, Lane Stapleton of Stockton, KS, Taylor (Chyenne) Mayden of 
Gothenburg, NE, Brendan Mayden of Hays, KS; great grandsons: Jace Kats 
and Jaxon Harvey; sister, KayLee (Greg) Mendonca of Columbus, OH. He 
was preceded by his parents, grandson: Ty Scott Redmon-Stapleton; 
sister: DeeAnn Beard.The family has chosen cremation and services
 will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made out 
to the Scott Redmon Memorial Fund in care of Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. 
Penn Ave. Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences can be left at 
www.paulsfh.com.

Scott Lee Redmon

Wednesday, April 29th, 1942-Sunday, October 2nd, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Wednesday, April 29th, 1942-Sunday, October 2nd, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

David Ketchum

Roque Florez Garcia passed away on October 1, 2022, in Stockton,
 Kansas, at the age of 70. He was born on August 16, 1952, in Larned, 
Kansas, to Modesto and Ventura (Florez) Garcia. He was married to Brenda 
(Hunter) Garcia on October 20, 1973, in Stockton, KS. They were blessed 
with two children: Cory and Donna.

Roque grew up in St.
 John, Kansas, and after high school he attained an Associate Degree from
 NCK Technical College in Beloit, KS. He worked many years in 
maintenance at Valley View Apartments and then the Rooks County 
Courthouse in Stockton, retiring two years ago. Roque took much pride in
 his duties at the courthouse and enjoyed working for all the people. He
 was a member of Stockton Lions Club.

Roque loved his 
family and spending time with his grandkids. He enjoyed Chiefs and KU 
Basketball games which he oftentimes attended with his good friends, 
Duane Harris and Dennis Bedore. He also loved music and playing the 
drums with his band, Rolling Thunder.

Roque is survived
 by his children, Cory and Donna Garcia of Stockton; siblings, Sally 
Devena of Buhler, KS, Ted (Sandy) Garcia of Wichita, Lupe (Gerry) Hudson
 of St. John, KS, Luis (Susan) Garcia of Hutchinson, KS, Margarita 
(Gayle) Kent of St. John, Mary Peschka of St. John, Jesse (Gladys) 
Garcia of St. John, and Nick (LaDona) Garcia of Silverlake, KS; and 4 
grandchildren, Emil, Jake, Jo and Zeke.

He is preceded 
in death by his parents, Modesto and Ventura Garcia; brother, John 
Garcia; brother-in-law, Wayne Devena; and his wife, Brenda who he gets 
to celebrate their 49th Anniversary in heaven with.

A 
funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at 11 AM at 
the Stockton United Methodist Church with burial to follow in the 
Stockton Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 
the funeral home in Stockton.

Memorials are suggested 
to Cory or Donna Garcia and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1664812362134.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Roque Florez Garcia passed away on October 1, 2022, in Stockton,
 Kansas, at the age of 70. He was born on August 16, 1952, in Larned, 
Kansas, to Modesto and Ventura (Florez) Garcia. He was married to Brenda 
(Hunter) Garcia on October 20, 1973, in Stockton, KS. They were blessed 
with two children: Cory and Donna.Roque grew up in St.
 John, Kansas, and after high school he attained an Associate Degree from
 NCK Technical College in Beloit, KS. He worked many years in 
maintenance at Valley View Apartments and then the Rooks County 
Courthouse in Stockton, retiring two years ago. Roque took much pride in
 his duties at the courthouse and enjoyed working for all the people. He
 was a member of Stockton Lions Club.Roque loved his 
family and spending time with his grandkids. He enjoyed Chiefs and KU 
Basketball games which he oftentimes attended with his good friends, 
Duane Harris and Dennis Bedore. He also loved music and playing the 
drums with his band, Rolling Thunder.Roque is survived
 by his children, Cory and Donna Garcia of Stockton; siblings, Sally 
Devena of Buhler, KS, Ted (Sandy) Garcia of Wichita, Lupe (Gerry) Hudson
 of St. John, KS, Luis (Susan) Garcia of Hutchinson, KS, Margarita 
(Gayle) Kent of St. John, Mary Peschka of St. John, Jesse (Gladys) 
Garcia of St. John, and Nick (LaDona) Garcia of Silverlake, KS; and 4 
grandchildren, Emil, Jake, Jo and Zeke.He is preceded 
in death by his parents, Modesto and Ventura Garcia; brother, John 
Garcia; brother-in-law, Wayne Devena; and his wife, Brenda who he gets 
to celebrate their 49th Anniversary in heaven with.A 
funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at 11 AM at 
the Stockton United Methodist Church with burial to follow in the 
Stockton Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 
the funeral home in Stockton.Memorials are suggested 
to Cory or Donna Garcia and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.&nbsp;

Roque Florez Garcia

Scott Dustin Princ, formerly of Wilson, KS, passed away on September 
30, 2022, at his home in Salina, KS at the age of 52. He was born on 
August 31, 1970, in Ellsworth, KS to John and Barbara (Hlaus) Princ. He 
Married Lynn (Valcorza) Princ in 2009 and they later divorced.

Scott
 grew up in Wilson and graduated from Wilson High School in 1989. After 
high school, he attended North Central Technical College in Beloit, KS 
and worked at Farm Mechanic and Electronics in Beloit. He later moved to
 Salina and worked in maintenance at Tony’s Pizza Plant and he currently
 worked for Russell Stover Candies Factory in Abilene, KS.

Scott
 enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved Mesha dearly and treasured time 
spent with her taking her to fairs, carnivals, and the farm.

He
 is survived by his mother, Barbara Princ of Wilson, KS; step-daughter, 
Meshasky Valcorza of Salina; brother John Princ of Beloit, KS; and 
sister Anita Princ of Salina.

He is preceded in death by his father, John Princ.

A Memorial Service will be held at the funeral home in Wilson on Friday, October 7, 2022, at 10:30 AM.

Memorials
 are suggested to Mesha Valcorza Education Fund and may be sent in to 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 610 24th Street, Wilson, KS 67490.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1664812289850.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Scott Dustin Princ, formerly of Wilson, KS, passed away on September 
30, 2022, at his home in Salina, KS at the age of 52. He was born on 
August 31, 1970, in Ellsworth, KS to John and Barbara (Hlaus) Princ. He 
Married Lynn (Valcorza) Princ in 2009 and they later divorced.Scott
 grew up in Wilson and graduated from Wilson High School in 1989. After 
high school, he attended North Central Technical College in Beloit, KS 
and worked at Farm Mechanic and Electronics in Beloit. He later moved to
 Salina and worked in maintenance at Tony’s Pizza Plant and he currently
 worked for Russell Stover Candies Factory in Abilene, KS.Scott
 enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved Mesha dearly and treasured time 
spent with her taking her to fairs, carnivals, and the farm.He
 is survived by his mother, Barbara Princ of Wilson, KS; step-daughter, 
Meshasky Valcorza of Salina; brother John Princ of Beloit, KS; and 
sister Anita Princ of Salina.He is preceded in death by his father, John Princ.A Memorial Service will be held at the funeral home in Wilson on Friday, October 7, 2022, at 10:30 AM.Memorials
 are suggested to Mesha Valcorza Education Fund and may be sent in to 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 610 24th Street, Wilson, KS 67490.&nbsp;

Scott Dustin Princ

The National Weather Service is warning that a hot, dry and windy Monday will increase the risk of wildfires to start the week.

"Avoid any outdoor burning or anything that may produce a spark in these conditions this afternoon," the NWS said.

Sustained wind of 16 to 22 mph will be accompanied by gusts up to 33 mph, and relative humidity across most of western Kansas will be below 20 percent.

There is a slight chance of showers or thunderstorms Monday night and into Tuesday morning before skies clear Tuesday evening. The next chance of rain in the Hays area is a 40 percent chance of showers Friday, the NWS predicted.

<figure>
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 </figure>The National Weather Service is warning that a hot, dry and windy Monday will increase the risk of wildfires to start the week."Avoid any outdoor burning or anything that may produce a spark in these conditions this afternoon," the NWS said.Sustained wind of 16 to 22 mph will be accompanied by gusts up to 33 mph, and relative humidity across most of western Kansas will be below 20 percent.There is a slight chance of showers or thunderstorms Monday night and into Tuesday morning before skies clear Tuesday evening. The next chance of rain in the Hays area is a 40 percent chance of showers Friday, the NWS predicted.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A very dry atmosphere along with gusty south-southwest winds will lead to elevated to near-critical fire weather conditions this afternoon. Avoid any outdoor burning or anything that may produce a spark in these conditions this afternoon. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kswx?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kswx</a> <a href="https://t.co/MQdGaHb7jT">pic.twitter.com/MQdGaHb7jT</a>&mdash; NWS Dodge City (@NWSDodgeCity) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSDodgeCity/status/1576953538042744832?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div>

NWS: Hot, dry, windy Monday raises wildfire concerns

The closure of Pine Street just south of 6th Street in Hays originally planned for today is being postponed until Monday, October 10th.

On Monday, October 10th, Pine Street will be closed to through traffic just south of 6th Street for waterline work. 6th Street will remain open, and Pine Street should be back open to traffic by the end of that day. 

Questions about this project can be directed to the Contractor, J Corp at 785-628-8101 or the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1664808581486.png" alt="(Pixabay)" />
 <figcaption>(Pixabay)</figcaption>
 </figure>City of HaysThe closure of Pine Street just south of 6th Street in Hays originally planned for today is being postponed until Monday, October 10th.On Monday, October 10th, Pine Street will be closed to through traffic just south of 6th Street for waterline work. 6th Street will remain open, and Pine Street should be back open to traffic by the end of that day. Questions about this project can be directed to the Contractor, J Corp at 785-628-8101 or the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350

UPDATE: Postponement of Pine Street closing in Hays

David L. Frydendall, age 64, passed away Sunday October 2, 2022, at his home in Smith Center, KS.

An obituary and services are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1664801543401.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>David L. Frydendall, age 64, passed away Sunday October 2, 2022, at his home in Smith Center, KS.An obituary and services are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

David L. Frydendall

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Child Care Task Force of Ellis County is trying to develop a child care substitute pool.

Members of the task force further discussed the pool at a meeting on Tuesday.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/e68008ff-464a-4c73-8434-6864728a30a3">A survey conducted last year indicated Hays has one open spot for every 10 children who need care, and that is keeping potential employees out of the workforce.</a>

Providers expressed concerns about the inability to find workers to fill in for themselves or other staff members when emergencies or sickness arise.

This can result in providers having to close temporarily, as well as adding to stress and burnout for the providers.

Temporary closures put a burden on parents, who say it is almost impossible to find alternative care on short notice and often have to miss work to take care of the displaced or sick children.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/63e5a97b-6312-4d82-b0e4-a4122df76646">SEE RELATED STORY: Local providers: Current child care system no longer sustainable</a>

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/3bf41c0b-99d4-4aaa-adf3-1445ac87477e">SEE RELATED STORY: As lack of child care plagues Ellis County, new task force looks for solutions</a>

A substitute pool subcommittee has been meeting to explore the formation of such a pool.

On Tuesday, task force members discussed the need to pay an adequate wage to child care substitutes, managing the substitute pool list and issues of credentials.

The task force has not set an hourly wage for the substitutes yet. However, local child care providers have bemoaned low pay for child care workers.

USD 489 has offered to let the task force use its substitute teacher software to create a database for the child care substitute list.

The task force plans to apply for a $20,000 state Rural Champions grant. That would provide a part-time employee at 20 hours a week, who could solely focus on child care. The Hays Chamber has offered to provide the 25 percent in matching contributions if Hays is selected for the grant.

The Rural Champion grants are offered by the Kansas Department of Commerce, and the selection process is in October.

Sarah Wasinger, Hays Chamber director and task force member, said if Hays is selected for the grant, the Champion employee could work on developing the substitute pool database, among other duties.

Under state licensing requirements, anyone who works more than several hours in child care has to meet the same requirements as full-time providers. This includes a physical, tuberculosis test, background check, and health and safety training.

Donna Hudson-Hamilton, Early Childhood Connections director and task force member, said she thought the task force should try to recruit students from Fort Hays State University for the pool.

The students could gain valuable experience working with children and possibly receive paid internship credit, she said.

She also suggested the pool pay for training for new pool members as an incentive for joining the pool.

Although members of the task force have discussed trying to offer child care accreditation classes to high school students, Hudson-Hamilton said Hays USD 489 officials have said they wished to delay implementing that track at the high school until next year.

Task force member and State Rep. Barb Wasinger, R-111th District, said she thought requiring full accreditation for substitutes who may fill in for only an hour or two is too much to ask.

She said she hopes the pool could work with regulators so people who are needed for only short periods could also be used by providers.

Sarah Wasinger said the subcommittee had discussed having some sort of feedback process so providers could evaluate their experiences with pool substitutes. She also said she thought having a job fair during which prospective pool members could meet providers would be a good way to kick off the program.

The task force members also discussed other possible funding sources for work to expand child care in the community.

Community Development Block Grants for the first time this year will be available for child care projects. City and county governments can apply for up to $750,000.

The funds must be used for new construction, renovations of existing buildings, land acquisition, or engineering or architectural fees. The grants can't be used to fund operational expenses.

The task force has received a $30,000 matching grant from the Robert E. and Patricia Schmidt Foundation but needs to acquire the $30,000 match for those funds.

Task force members have discussed applying for a Dane G. Hansen Foundation grant to further the task force's efforts to organize the substitute pool and will be considering an application to the Patterson Family Foundation for a grant in 2023.

The task force will host a series of focus groups in November to update the task force on community needs since the task force's survey that was conducted a year ago.

"We have made some progress by different child care capacities being added," Sarah Wasinger said. "We obviously know we have more work that we need to do and how do we honor what our community says their needs and preferences are."

As part of this process, task force members hope to better determine how grant opportunities might align with community needs, Wasinger said.

Betty Johnson of the Dane G. Hansen Foundation is scheduled to host the focus groups.

Provider focus group — 6:30 p.m. Nov. 1 at the Hays Welcome Center, 2700 Vine Parent focus group — 6:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the welcome center Employer focus group — 4 p.m. Nov. 1 at the welcome center Faith-based focus group — 1 p.m. Nov 17 at the welcome center. Education focus group — 9 a.m. Nov. 17 at the welcome center.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/9/1664397948075.jpeg" alt="Children play recently at the Hays Area Children's Center. The Child Care Task Force of Ellis County is trying to increase child care capacity in the area. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post " />
 <figcaption>Children play recently at the Hays Area Children's Center. The Child Care Task Force of Ellis County is trying to increase child care capacity in the area. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post </figcaption>
 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Child Care Task Force of Ellis County is trying to develop a child care substitute pool.Members of the task force further discussed the pool at a meeting on Tuesday.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/e68008ff-464a-4c73-8434-6864728a30a3">A survey conducted last year indicated Hays has one open spot for every 10 children who need care, and that is keeping potential employees out of the workforce.</a> Providers expressed concerns about the inability to find workers to fill in for themselves or other staff members when emergencies or sickness arise.This can result in providers having to close temporarily, as well as adding to stress and burnout for the providers.Temporary closures put a burden on parents, who say it is almost impossible to find alternative care on short notice and often have to miss work to take care of the displaced or sick children.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/63e5a97b-6312-4d82-b0e4-a4122df76646">SEE RELATED STORY: Local providers: Current child care system no longer sustainable</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/3bf41c0b-99d4-4aaa-adf3-1445ac87477e">SEE RELATED STORY: As lack of child care plagues Ellis County, new task force looks for solutions</a> A substitute pool subcommittee has been meeting to explore the formation of such a pool.On Tuesday, task force members discussed the need to pay an adequate wage to child care substitutes, managing the substitute pool list and issues of credentials.The task force has not set an hourly wage for the substitutes yet. However, local child care providers have bemoaned low pay for child care workers. USD 489 has offered to let the task force use its substitute teacher software to create a database for the child care substitute list.The task force plans to apply for a $20,000 state Rural Champions grant. That would provide a part-time employee at 20 hours a week, who could solely focus on child care. The Hays Chamber has offered to provide the 25 percent in matching contributions if Hays is selected for the grant.The Rural Champion grants are offered by the Kansas Department of Commerce, and the selection process is in October.Sarah Wasinger, Hays Chamber director and task force member, said if Hays is selected for the grant, the Champion employee could work on developing the substitute pool database, among other duties. Under state licensing requirements, anyone who works more than several hours in child care has to meet the same requirements as full-time providers. This includes a physical, tuberculosis test, background check, and health and safety training.Donna Hudson-Hamilton, Early Childhood Connections director and task force member, said she thought the task force should try to recruit students from Fort Hays State University for the pool.The students could gain valuable experience working with children and possibly receive paid internship credit, she said. She also suggested the pool pay for training for new pool members as an incentive for joining the pool. Although members of the task force have discussed trying to offer child care accreditation classes to high school students, Hudson-Hamilton said Hays USD 489 officials have said they wished to delay implementing that track at the high school until next year.Task force member and State Rep. Barb Wasinger, R-111th District, said she thought requiring full accreditation for substitutes who may fill in for only an hour or two is too much to ask.She said she hopes the pool could work with regulators so people who are needed for only short periods could also be used by providers.Sarah Wasinger said the subcommittee had discussed having some sort of feedback process so providers could evaluate their experiences with pool substitutes. She also said she thought having a job fair during which prospective pool members could meet providers would be a good way to kick off the program. <h2>Funding</h2>The task force members also discussed other possible funding sources for work to expand child care in the community.Community Development Block Grants for the first time this year will be available for child care projects. City and county governments can apply for up to $750,000.The funds must be used for new construction, renovations of existing buildings, land acquisition, or engineering or architectural fees. The grants can't be used to fund operational expenses.The task force has received a $30,000 matching grant from the Robert E. and Patricia Schmidt Foundation but needs to acquire the $30,000 match for those funds.Task force members have discussed applying for a Dane G. Hansen Foundation grant to further the task force's efforts to organize the substitute pool and will be considering an application to the Patterson Family Foundation for a grant in 2023.<h2>Focus groups</h2>The task force will host a series of focus groups in November to update the task force on community needs since the task force's survey that was conducted a year ago."We have made some progress by different child care capacities being added," Sarah Wasinger said. "We obviously know we have more work that we need to do and how do we honor what our community says their needs and preferences are." As part of this process, task force members hope to better determine how grant opportunities might align with community needs, Wasinger said.Betty Johnson of the Dane G. Hansen Foundation is scheduled to host the focus groups.Provider focus group — 6:30 p.m. Nov. 1 at the Hays Welcome Center, 2700 Vine Parent focus group — 6:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the welcome center Employer focus group — 4 p.m. Nov. 1 at the welcome center Faith-based focus group — 1 p.m. Nov 17 at the welcome center. Education focus group — 9 a.m. Nov. 17 at the welcome center.

Ellis County Child Care Task Force seeks to create child care substitute pool

This week welcomes October and National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence is one of society’s largest social problems and it hides in plain sight.
DVAM is an opportunity to deepen our understanding of these issues and share resources.


Nationally 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men have experienced gender-based violence by an intimate
partner or ex-intimate partner (CDC, 2020). In addition, sexual minority groups within the LGBTQ+
community report levels of intimate partner violence at rates equal or higher than those of
heterosexuals (VAWnet, 2010). Domestic violence is a leading contributor of injuries, chronic health
issues, high-risk health behaviors, and creates a significant strain on the healthcare system. Growing
evidence shows the long-term impact of emotional and mental trauma from violence carries an
additional likelihood of disease and illness. It also is estimated that the cost of gender-based violence
to US society, including health costs and productivity losses, would be $9.3 billion annually.


Domestic violence takes on many forms. It can be verbal, emotional, psychological, digital, sexual,
and/or physical abuse. It can be extreme jealousy, possessiveness, unwanted touching, coercion, and
excessive arguments. And it is ALL about power and control. Domestic violence occurs in every
community across the country, and can happen to anyone regardless of age, race, gender, religion,
sexual orientation, or economic status. In Kansas alone, domestic violence claimed 34 lives in 2020
(KBI, 2020).


Throughout the month of October, Jana’s Campaign pledges to share 31 facts about domestic violence
on our social media accounts. A fact per day. Our hope is that you increase your understanding of this
complex issue and utilize the information to become a part of the collective voice of individuals,
families, activists, institutions, and systems who are working to reduce and ultimately prevent
domestic violence. To access this information, please follow Jana’s Campaign on Facebook, Twitter,
and Instagram.


“As we find ourselves upon another October of another year, a month dedicated to bringing awareness
to the epidemic that is domestic violence, it’s important to remember that domestic violence does not
contain itself to one month. It is something happening in every neighborhood, in every community,
every day. And it’s our responsibility – all of ours – to talk about it. Talk to your loved ones, your
children, your friends, peers, and acquaintances. Not just this month, but every month. Because
knowledge is power, prevention is power, and we have the power to end gender and relationship
violence. So, let’s start talking.” – Evelyn Dubey, Education &amp; Prevention Specialist, Jana’s Campaign


Jana's CampaignThis week welcomes October and National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence is one of society’s largest social problems and it hides in plain sight.
DVAM is an opportunity to deepen our understanding of these issues and share resources.
Nationally 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men have experienced gender-based violence by an intimate
partner or ex-intimate partner (CDC, 2020). In addition, sexual minority groups within the LGBTQ+
community report levels of intimate partner violence at rates equal or higher than those of
heterosexuals (VAWnet, 2010). Domestic violence is a leading contributor of injuries, chronic health
issues, high-risk health behaviors, and creates a significant strain on the healthcare system. Growing
evidence shows the long-term impact of emotional and mental trauma from violence carries an
additional likelihood of disease and illness. It also is estimated that the cost of gender-based violence
to US society, including health costs and productivity losses, would be $9.3 billion annually.
Domestic violence takes on many forms. It can be verbal, emotional, psychological, digital, sexual,
and/or physical abuse. It can be extreme jealousy, possessiveness, unwanted touching, coercion, and
excessive arguments. And it is ALL about power and control. Domestic violence occurs in every
community across the country, and can happen to anyone regardless of age, race, gender, religion,
sexual orientation, or economic status. In Kansas alone, domestic violence claimed 34 lives in 2020
(KBI, 2020).
Throughout the month of October, Jana’s Campaign pledges to share 31 facts about domestic violence
on our social media accounts. A fact per day. Our hope is that you increase your understanding of this
complex issue and utilize the information to become a part of the collective voice of individuals,
families, activists, institutions, and systems who are working to reduce and ultimately prevent
domestic violence. To access this information, please follow Jana’s Campaign on Facebook, Twitter,
and Instagram.
“As we find ourselves upon another October of another year, a month dedicated to bringing awareness
to the epidemic that is domestic violence, it’s important to remember that domestic violence does not
contain itself to one month. It is something happening in every neighborhood, in every community,
every day. And it’s our responsibility – all of ours – to talk about it. Talk to your loved ones, your
children, your friends, peers, and acquaintances. Not just this month, but every month. Because
knowledge is power, prevention is power, and we have the power to end gender and relationship
violence. So, let’s start talking.” – Evelyn Dubey, Education &amp; Prevention Specialist, Jana’s Campaign

Jana's Campaign: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities investigating a hit-and-run accident and after asking the public for help to locate a pickup and driver have made an arrest.

On Sunday afternoon, police arrested&nbsp;Orie N. Holt, 35, Nortonville, on requested charges of failure to stop at an accident that resulted in great bodily harm, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

Just after 6:40p.m. Saturday police responded to an injury accident at 14th and U.S.59 involving a pedestrian and a pick-up truck that had left the scene, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.

Richard Burge, 42, Atchison, was walking southbound across U.S.59 when he was struck by westbound pickup truck.

The truck continued westbound on U.S.59 without stopping. Burge sustained serious injuries. EMS transported him to Amberwell Hospital and subsequently he was air-lifted to a Kansas City hospital.&nbsp;

ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a hit-and-run accident and asking the public for help to locate a pickup and driver.

Police are searching for a black Ford pick-up truck in connection with the accident, according to Wilson.&nbsp; The police department released a security camera image of the vehicle early Sunday.

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 </figure>On Sunday afternoon, police arrested&nbsp;Orie N. Holt, 35, Nortonville, on requested charges of failure to stop at an accident that resulted in great bodily harm, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.Just after 6:40p.m. Saturday police responded to an injury accident at 14th and U.S.59 involving a pedestrian and a pick-up truck that had left the scene, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.Richard Burge, 42, Atchison, was walking southbound across U.S.59 when he was struck by westbound pickup truck.The truck continued westbound on U.S.59 without stopping. Burge sustained serious injuries. EMS transported him to Amberwell Hospital and subsequently he was air-lifted to a Kansas City hospital.&nbsp;--------------ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a hit-and-run accident and asking the public for help to locate a pickup and driver.Just after 6:40p.m. Saturday police responded to an injury accident at 14th and U.S.59 involving a pedestrian and a pick-up truck that had left the scene, according to Police Chief Mike Wilson.Richard Burge, 42, Atchison, was walking southbound across U.S.59 when he was struck by westbound pickup truck.The truck continued westbound on U.S.59 without stopping. Burge sustained serious injuries. EMS transported him to Amberwell Hospital and subsequently he was air-lifted to a Kansas City hospital.&nbsp;Police are searching for a black Ford pick-up truck in connection with the accident, according to Wilson.&nbsp; The police department released a security camera image of the vehicle early Sunday.

Kan. man jailed after hit-and-run that critically injured man

The Hoxie High&nbsp;School Auditorium will be the location for 12X Branson show award winner Keith&nbsp;Allynn&nbsp;to unveil his story of Neil Diamond’s life.&nbsp;The&nbsp;production will commence on Sunday,&nbsp;October 16th, 3:00 p.m. (CDT) in the Auditorium.&nbsp;Allynn&nbsp;and the Double Diamond Show Band&nbsp;tell the story of Diamond’s life through Diamond’s own songs, while weaving through&nbsp;Allynn’s&nbsp;own comedic journey from a top 10 Elvis in the World to Neil&nbsp;Diamond---all for the love of a woman. This show has been in production in Branson for over ten years. Whether you are a Neil Diamond fan, a Keith&nbsp;Allynn&nbsp;fan, or a simple fan of quality entertainment and showmanship, prepare to take a journey that will leave you amazed!&nbsp;

This show is generously funded by Mid-America Arts Alliance, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the state arts agencies of Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas. In addition, funding has been received from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation.&nbsp;Admission is with season ticket, or at the door;&nbsp;Adults, $20; Students, $10.

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 </figure>The Hoxie High&nbsp;School Auditorium will be the location for 12X Branson show award winner Keith&nbsp;Allynn&nbsp;to unveil his story of Neil Diamond’s life.&nbsp;The&nbsp;production will commence on Sunday,&nbsp;October 16th, 3:00 p.m. (CDT) in the Auditorium.&nbsp;Allynn&nbsp;and the Double Diamond Show Band&nbsp;tell the story of Diamond’s life through Diamond’s own songs, while weaving through&nbsp;Allynn’s&nbsp;own comedic journey from a top 10 Elvis in the World to Neil&nbsp;Diamond---all for the love of a woman. This show has been in production in Branson for over ten years. Whether you are a Neil Diamond fan, a Keith&nbsp;Allynn&nbsp;fan, or a simple fan of quality entertainment and showmanship, prepare to take a journey that will leave you amazed!&nbsp;This show is generously funded by Mid-America Arts Alliance, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the state arts agencies of Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas. In addition, funding has been received from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation.&nbsp;Admission is with season ticket, or at the door;&nbsp;Adults, $20; Students, $10.

A NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE

Harold Larson was born on Oct 11, 1937, and passed away on Sept 30, 2022.

He was born in Tescott, the son of Lambert and Marie Larson. He was 
raised by Walter and Lena Dodge. He had five brothers and sisters.

Harold married Royanne Young 64 years ago. Together they have six 
children: Shelly, Julie, Cindy, Mike, Joe (deceased) and Dawn. He has 16
 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He loved spending time 
with his family and telling them stories for hours.

He was a professional carpenter by trade, estimator, architect and 
engineer for more than 50 years. He designed and builtmeat-packing 
plants, residences, schools and businesses in Salina, all across Kansas 
and in other states. He was the land developer of Valley View Addition 
and Knoll Crest Estates. He owned Larson Construction Company and 
Century Sales and co-owned LAM-CO.In 1976 he designed and built the 
gazebo for Salina’s bicentennial celebration. This gazebo is now housed 
in the Jerry Ivy Park.

Harold loved to travel and was an avid reader. His passions were 
horses, hot rods and music. He enjoyed collecting car memorabilia and 
western artifacts and was a history buff. He liked to attend swap meets 
and trade shows and was quite a story teller.

Visitation will be Monday, October 3, 5-7 pm at Ryan Mortuary. 
Services will be Tuesday, October 4, at 10:00 am, at the Ryan Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers please donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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 </figure>Harold Larson was born on Oct 11, 1937, and passed away on Sept 30, 2022.He was born in Tescott, the son of Lambert and Marie Larson. He was 
raised by Walter and Lena Dodge. He had five brothers and sisters.Harold married Royanne Young 64 years ago. Together they have six 
children: Shelly, Julie, Cindy, Mike, Joe (deceased) and Dawn. He has 16
 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He loved spending time 
with his family and telling them stories for hours.He was a professional carpenter by trade, estimator, architect and 
engineer for more than 50 years. He designed and builtmeat-packing 
plants, residences, schools and businesses in Salina, all across Kansas 
and in other states. He was the land developer of Valley View Addition 
and Knoll Crest Estates. He owned Larson Construction Company and 
Century Sales and co-owned LAM-CO.In 1976 he designed and built the 
gazebo for Salina’s bicentennial celebration. This gazebo is now housed 
in the Jerry Ivy Park.Harold loved to travel and was an avid reader. His passions were 
horses, hot rods and music. He enjoyed collecting car memorabilia and 
western artifacts and was a history buff. He liked to attend swap meets 
and trade shows and was quite a story teller.Visitation will be Monday, October 3, 5-7 pm at Ryan Mortuary. 
Services will be Tuesday, October 4, at 10:00 am, at the Ryan Mortuary.In lieu of flowers please donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Harold Larson

Dwayne Ezra Simon passed away Monday, September 26th, 2022, at the 
Sheridan County Health Complex, Long Term Care. He was 88 years old.

Dwayne
 was born May 5th, 1934, on the family farm in rural Sheridan County, to
 Murl and Stella (Sterrett) Simon the oldest of four children. He 
attended Bee Hive country school through his eighth-grade year, then 
attended Hoxie High School graduating with the class of 1952. Dwayne 
learned to drive tractors and trucks very young as a child and began 
helping on the farm. He developed mechanical and electrical skills which
 he used all his life and could work on anything and fix it. The 
children do not remember “repair men “ coming to the home for hardly 
anything because their dad “fixed it.”  When Dwayne was growing up and 
working with the cattle on the farm silage was still fed with a 
pitchfork and chores were a big part of the day. Dwayne loved cattle and
 horses and passed that love on too many of his children and 
grandchildren. He participated in 4-H and was a part of Saline Valley 
4-H club. Dwayne rode horses on the farm and many recall his horse 
Smokey that was a favorite. Entertainment was getting together with 
family and friends usually at a church social event. He was proud of the
 fact that his family was instrumental in founding Mt. Pleasant Church 
and over the years he shared his Christian faith with many that he came 
across on the road while driving trucks. In later years he went with a 
church group to Louisiana and helped provide needed services after 
hurricane devastation. That became a ministry focus for him in these 
recent days.

On December 21, 1952, Dwayne was united in
 marriage to Ila Richards at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in rural 
Studley, KS. For a short time, he worked in Colorado for the telephone 
company climbing many a pole. Then they returned to the family homestead
 just west of the church. Dwayne raised cattle and hogs and to 
supplement the family income he did custom hay work with many an early 
morning in the hay field swathing and then baling for many neighbors. 
Cowboy as he was known began trucking and hauled grain, livestock, and 
hot oil for highway construction. He took many trips to Kansas City to 
haul wheat to the terminal there. Over the years he had his own trucks 
and sometimes worked for various trucking companies. Trucking took him 
all over the country and none of the family can remember any serious 
accidents. He always said, “treat the other driver like it is your 
mother.”  He was an advocate for the industry even testifying at the 
State House on issues.

Dwayne will be missed by his 
three children, Curtis Simon and wife Deb of Quinter, Kansas; Melanie 
and husband Kevin Cooper of Hoxie, Kansas; and David Simon and wife Leah
 of Brighton, CO; grandchildren, Stephen Simon and wife Sarah of 
Quinter, KS; Becky and husband Lance Bruna of Barnes, KS; Jaime McMillan
 of Joplin, MO; Jesse Cooper and wife Sydney of Fayetteville, GA; Justin
 Cooper and wife Lindsay of El Dorado, KS; one brother, Lawrence Simon 
and wife Katherine of Morland, KS; great grandchildren Taylor and 
Madison Bruna, Oliver and Autumn Simon; Derrick, Colton and Hannah 
McMillan; Tatum and Micah Cooper; Kayden and Kolby Cooper; and a host of
 extended family and friends.

&nbsp;He was preceded in death
 by his parents, two infant children, Dwana and Danny Simon, a brother 
Fred Simon and a sister, Ruth Kerman.

A Celebration of 
Life is planned for Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at the Mount Pleasant 
Baptist Church, rural Studley, at 10:30 A.M. Visitation will be Monday, 
October 3, 2022, from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M, with family receiving 
friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, 
Hoxie, Kansas. Inurnment will be later in the Baker Township Cemetery in
 Quinter, Kansas. Date to be announced and all are welcome. 

Memorials 
are suggested to Sheridan Health Complex LTC and Samaritan’s Purse 
Operation Christmas Child Ministry (Shoeboxes).&nbsp; This service will be 
livestreamed on the Mount Pleasand Baptist Church Facebook Page.

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 </figure>Dwayne Ezra Simon passed away Monday, September 26th, 2022, at the 
Sheridan County Health Complex, Long Term Care. He was 88 years old.Dwayne
 was born May 5th, 1934, on the family farm in rural Sheridan County, to
 Murl and Stella (Sterrett) Simon the oldest of four children. He 
attended Bee Hive country school through his eighth-grade year, then 
attended Hoxie High School graduating with the class of 1952. Dwayne 
learned to drive tractors and trucks very young as a child and began 
helping on the farm. He developed mechanical and electrical skills which
 he used all his life and could work on anything and fix it. The 
children do not remember “repair men “ coming to the home for hardly 
anything because their dad “fixed it.” When Dwayne was growing up and 
working with the cattle on the farm silage was still fed with a 
pitchfork and chores were a big part of the day. Dwayne loved cattle and
 horses and passed that love on too many of his children and 
grandchildren. He participated in 4-H and was a part of Saline Valley 
4-H club. Dwayne rode horses on the farm and many recall his horse 
Smokey that was a favorite. Entertainment was getting together with 
family and friends usually at a church social event. He was proud of the
 fact that his family was instrumental in founding Mt. Pleasant Church 
and over the years he shared his Christian faith with many that he came 
across on the road while driving trucks. In later years he went with a 
church group to Louisiana and helped provide needed services after 
hurricane devastation. That became a ministry focus for him in these 
recent days.On December 21, 1952, Dwayne was united in
 marriage to Ila Richards at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in rural 
Studley, KS. For a short time, he worked in Colorado for the telephone 
company climbing many a pole. Then they returned to the family homestead
 just west of the church. Dwayne raised cattle and hogs and to 
supplement the family income he did custom hay work with many an early 
morning in the hay field swathing and then baling for many neighbors. 
Cowboy as he was known began trucking and hauled grain, livestock, and 
hot oil for highway construction. He took many trips to Kansas City to 
haul wheat to the terminal there. Over the years he had his own trucks 
and sometimes worked for various trucking companies. Trucking took him 
all over the country and none of the family can remember any serious 
accidents. He always said, “treat the other driver like it is your 
mother.” He was an advocate for the industry even testifying at the 
State House on issues.Dwayne will be missed by his 
three children, Curtis Simon and wife Deb of Quinter, Kansas; Melanie 
and husband Kevin Cooper of Hoxie, Kansas; and David Simon and wife Leah
 of Brighton, CO; grandchildren, Stephen Simon and wife Sarah of 
Quinter, KS; Becky and husband Lance Bruna of Barnes, KS; Jaime McMillan
 of Joplin, MO; Jesse Cooper and wife Sydney of Fayetteville, GA; Justin
 Cooper and wife Lindsay of El Dorado, KS; one brother, Lawrence Simon 
and wife Katherine of Morland, KS; great grandchildren Taylor and 
Madison Bruna, Oliver and Autumn Simon; Derrick, Colton and Hannah 
McMillan; Tatum and Micah Cooper; Kayden and Kolby Cooper; and a host of
 extended family and friends.&nbsp;He was preceded in death
 by his parents, two infant children, Dwana and Danny Simon, a brother 
Fred Simon and a sister, Ruth Kerman.A Celebration of 
Life is planned for Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at the Mount Pleasant 
Baptist Church, rural Studley, at 10:30 A.M. Visitation will be Monday, 
October 3, 2022, from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M, with family receiving 
friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, 
Hoxie, Kansas. Inurnment will be later in the Baker Township Cemetery in
 Quinter, Kansas. Date to be announced and all are welcome. Memorials 
are suggested to Sheridan Health Complex LTC and Samaritan’s Purse 
Operation Christmas Child Ministry (Shoeboxes).&nbsp; This service will be 
livestreamed on the Mount Pleasand Baptist Church Facebook Page.

Dwayne Ezra Simon

August 16, 1952
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 October 1, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

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 </figure>August 16, 1952
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 October 1, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Stefanie Linn Turner, 44, passed away September 27, 2022, in Wamego.

She was born July 4, 1978, in Larned, the daughter of Philip Alan and Ann Vratil Schreiber.

A Larned resident until 2001, she moved to Wamego where she was the 
head of the billing department at Manhattan Dermatology. She was a 
member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. She was always a helper 
and was active in the kids wrestling club. She loved music, reading, 
dogs, fishing, taking pictures, being outdoors, decorating for the 
holidays, watching the Chiefs and all K-State sports. She especially 
loved watching her kids, nieces and nephews in sports and all their 
activites.

On October 23, 1999, she married Cody Joe Turner at Larned; he survives.

Other survivors include: mother, Ann Schreiber, Larned; children, 
Adreana and Dalton Turner, of the home; sister, Emily (Michael) Racette,
 Larned; nieces and nephews, Jocelynn, Logan, Brayson, Camden, Kennedy, 
Savannah; and her beloved dogs, Mocha and Ashford.

She was preceded in death by: her father, Philip Schreiber; 
grandfather, Leon Schreiber, grandparents, Bill and Mildred Hanshew, and
 Leo and Nina Vratil.

Memorial mass will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 7, 2022, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Bernard Felix presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 4-6 p.m. Inurnment 
will be in the Larned Cemetery. A Celebration of Life in Wamego will be 
announced at a later date.

Memorials may be given to Wamego Fireworks Fund or Wamego Wrestling 
Club, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Stefanie Linn Turner, 44, passed away September 27, 2022, in Wamego.She was born July 4, 1978, in Larned, the daughter of Philip Alan and Ann Vratil Schreiber.A Larned resident until 2001, she moved to Wamego where she was the 
head of the billing department at Manhattan Dermatology. She was a 
member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. She was always a helper 
and was active in the kids wrestling club. She loved music, reading, 
dogs, fishing, taking pictures, being outdoors, decorating for the 
holidays, watching the Chiefs and all K-State sports. She especially 
loved watching her kids, nieces and nephews in sports and all their 
activites.On October 23, 1999, she married Cody Joe Turner at Larned; he survives.Other survivors include: mother, Ann Schreiber, Larned; children, 
Adreana and Dalton Turner, of the home; sister, Emily (Michael) Racette,
 Larned; nieces and nephews, Jocelynn, Logan, Brayson, Camden, Kennedy, 
Savannah; and her beloved dogs, Mocha and Ashford.She was preceded in death by: her father, Philip Schreiber; 
grandfather, Leon Schreiber, grandparents, Bill and Mildred Hanshew, and
 Leo and Nina Vratil.Memorial mass will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 7, 2022, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Bernard Felix presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 4-6 p.m. Inurnment 
will be in the Larned Cemetery. A Celebration of Life in Wamego will be 
announced at a later date.Memorials may be given to Wamego Fireworks Fund or Wamego Wrestling 
Club, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Stefanie Linn Turner

Marilyn (Klaus) Leiker, 80, Hays, died Thursday, September 29, 2022, at her home.

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 </figure>Marilyn (Klaus) Leiker, 80, Hays, died Thursday, September 29, 2022, at her home.She was born March 14, 1942, in Hays, 
the daughter of Paul and Emmerentia (Haselhorst) Werth.&nbsp; In 1960, she 
graduated from Girls Catholic High School.&nbsp; She was the owner of Klaus 
Carpet.&nbsp; On June 2, 1962 she was united in marriage to Norman J. Klaus 
in Schoenchen, and they celebrated nearly 34 years of marriage before he
 preceded her in death on May 24, 1996.&nbsp; On June 30, 2001, she was 
united in marriage to Alexius “Alex” Leiker.&nbsp; He preceded her in death 
on February 2, 2020.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church and the VFW Auxiliary.Survivors include her two sons: Neil 
Klaus and wife Sondra of Hays and Nolan Klaus and companion Shelley of 
Olathe, four stepsons: Curt Leiker and wife Davina of Greeley, Wes 
Leiker and wife Jenni of Hays, Todd Leiker of Olathe, and Mike Leiker 
and wife Kelly of Hays, 14 grandchildren: Adam Klaus, Amber Albers and 
husband Kord, Mackenzie Klaus, Matthew Leiker, Bethany Boschert and 
husband Ian, Anjel Leiker, Alexis Leiker and husband Jason Banning, 
Emily Leiker and husband Nicholas Schmidt, Hannah Leiker, Brett Leiker, 
Nathan Leiker, Truan Leiker, Lizzie Leiker, and Jessica Leiker, four 
great grandchildren, four brothers: Arlen Werth and wife Gay of Great 
Bend, Ivan Werth and wife Shirley of Hays, Wayne Werth and companion 
Mary of Hutchinson, and Alton Werth and wife Terri of Pittsburg, TX, 
four sisters: Donna Jacobs and husband Ron of McCook, NE, Carolyn 
Windholz of Victoria, Joan Rogers of Ben Wheeler, TX, and Ellen 
Montgomery and husband Tom of Hays, two sisters-in-law: Lisa Werth of 
Hays and Irene Werth of Kanopolis.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her first husband Norman and second husband Alex, two brothers:
 Gary and Firman Werth, and two brothers-in-law: Wayne Windholz and 
Jerry Rogers.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Monday, October 3, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Sunday 
and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Monday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; A VFW Auxiliary rosary will be at 5:30 pm followed by a 
vigil service at 6:30 all on Sunday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are 
suggested to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church or to TMP-Marian High 
School.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Marilyn may be shared with her 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>