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TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Families and advocates for the elderly in Kansas argue that with most nursing home residents vaccinated against COVID-19, some facilities’ visiting rules need to be relaxed, though the delta variant’s spread is making operators nervous.

A state official who investigates complaints against nursing homes and the elder-care focused Kansas Advocates for Better Care are calling on the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services to crack down on homes that aren’t open enough. They’re concerned that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/health-government-and-politics-coronavirus-pandemic-f15f7ec30eb50ab778f3f4a0b8d855b0">the delta variant</a>&nbsp;will prompt new lockdowns.

The aging department says it is working to ensure that residents and families have a voice in visitation policies, though some industry officials still see a need to proceed with caution.

The debate shows how operators feel they’re still facing tough choices after nursing homes were COVID-19 hot spots early on during the pandemic. It also shows how residents’ and families’ anguish and anger still linger.

“We hear about the threat of the COVID and the death from COVID, and its real,” Camille Russell, the state’s long-term care ombudsman, said Tuesday. “What we don’t understand is the pain and suffering and neglect and deaths that happen when there are not other people in the building.”

Clusters of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes accounted for fewer than 5% of the 324,000 cases reported by Kansas as of Monday but for nearly 39% of the state’s 5,200 reported deaths — more than 2,000 of them.

More than 90% of those cases and deaths happened before May 4, but they’re still happening, with nine active clusters as of last week. Meanwhile, confirmed delta variant cases grew by 84% during the 10-day period that ended Monday.

“It’s not time to fling the doors open with no guidance,” said Debra Zehr, CEO of LeadingAge Kansas, which represents nonprofit aging-services providers.

Limits on visitors, including lockdowns early in the pandemic, were aimed at preventing people from bringing COVID-19 into nursing homes, where elderly residents were particularly vulnerable to severe complications.

“Our families — our base — have basically been very, very supportive for the most part,” said Elizabeth Howarth, administrator of the Homestead Health Center in southwestern Wichita.

State and industry officials said homes’ current visitation policies are driven by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kdads.ks.gov/docs/default-source/covid-19/ach-data/visitation/long-term-care-visitation-guidance-update-5-7-21.pdf?sfvrsn=32790eee_4" target="_blank">guidance</a>&nbsp;from federal and state regulators and health officials. The guidance calls for restricting visitors when more than 10% of a county’s COVID-19 tests are positive and fewer than 70% of a home’s residents are vaccinated.

The state said its overall positivity rate was 8.1% on Friday, but the figure has been as high as 11.2% this month. The federal government says more than 84% of Kansas nursing home residents have been fully vaccinated, while the rate for staff is 55%.

Homestead Health in Wichita does not limit how many times family members can visit residents each week. But it requires appointments, keeps visits to 45 minutes and allows two adult visitors per resident.

Those policies took effect in March, when about 90% of the residents had been vaccinated. Howarth said most family members didn’t want to visit without being vaccinated themselves.

And, she added, “That pandemic train is still coming down the track.”

The aging department says it had received 40 calls about homes’ visitation rules on a telephone hotline this year through July 13, without any citations. Deputy Secretary Scott Brunner said the agency told homes in December that they must discuss with all residents what they want and what’s possible with visitors.

As for getting more aggressive about cracking down on homes that restrict visitors, he said, “We have to weigh more than just one consideration at a time.”

Russell said the long-term care ombudsman’s office took up 40 complaints from May 10 through July 10 and received hundreds of calls.

“Some facilities have perhaps gotten comfortable with being in charge of when residents can receive visitors,” said Margaret Farley, executive director of Kansas Advocates for Better. Care. “COVID is still lingering as a good excuse.”

In Ness City, Tatum Lee’s frustration with rules at the local county-run nursing home where her grandfather lives pushed her to seek a Kansas House seat last year. Once in office, Lee, a Republican, sponsored&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2021_22/measures/documents/hb2327_00_0000.pdf" target="_blank">a bill that sought to</a>&nbsp;prevent county-run homes from restricting visits. It didn’t pass.

She’s still frustrated that visits with “my papa” are limited to an hour. Lee said family members monitor conditions and care at homes.

She said that last year, she had to ask workers at the local home when she saw them out in the community to give her grandfather hugs for her. Lee said she and others worry that homes will shut out visitors again if the area sees another wave of cases.

Lee also said families monitor their relatives’ care and, “It matters to the health of these residents.”

Ken Kennedy, a retired educator, said his mother’s isolation early in the pandemic at the Prairie Sunset Home in Pretty Prairie, west of Wichita, was “the worst part of it all.” In the fall, the home began putting up a tent in its courtyard for in-person visits, allowing him and other family members to see his mother regularly before she died in December.

The home’s administrator, Aaron Kelley, said residents thrived once restrictions were lifted. Prairie Sunset posts regulators’ guidance for visits on its website, but Kelley said he’s not having employees police them strictly, adding that, “Somebody’s going to hug somebody.”

“We’ve got to get back to humanity,” Kelley said.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1603391671069.png" alt="In October 2020, the Garden Valley Healthcare Center reported Ninety-eight residents and 44 employees had tested positive for COVID-19 -Google image" />
 <figcaption>In October 2020, the Garden Valley Healthcare Center reported Ninety-eight residents and 44 employees had tested positive for COVID-19 -Google image</figcaption>
 </figure>By JOHN HANNATOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Families and advocates for the elderly in Kansas argue that with most nursing home residents vaccinated against COVID-19, some facilities’ visiting rules need to be relaxed, though the delta variant’s spread is making operators nervous.A state official who investigates complaints against nursing homes and the elder-care focused Kansas Advocates for Better Care are calling on the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services to crack down on homes that aren’t open enough. They’re concerned that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/health-government-and-politics-coronavirus-pandemic-f15f7ec30eb50ab778f3f4a0b8d855b0">the delta variant</a>&nbsp;will prompt new lockdowns.The aging department says it is working to ensure that residents and families have a voice in visitation policies, though some industry officials still see a need to proceed with caution.The debate shows how operators feel they’re still facing tough choices after nursing homes were COVID-19 hot spots early on during the pandemic. It also shows how residents’ and families’ anguish and anger still linger.“We hear about the threat of the COVID and the death from COVID, and its real,” Camille Russell, the state’s long-term care ombudsman, said Tuesday. “What we don’t understand is the pain and suffering and neglect and deaths that happen when there are not other people in the building.”Clusters of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes accounted for fewer than 5% of the 324,000 cases reported by Kansas as of Monday but for nearly 39% of the state’s 5,200 reported deaths — more than 2,000 of them.More than 90% of those cases and deaths happened before May 4, but they’re still happening, with nine active clusters as of last week. Meanwhile, confirmed delta variant cases grew by 84% during the 10-day period that ended Monday.“It’s not time to fling the doors open with no guidance,” said Debra Zehr, CEO of LeadingAge Kansas, which represents nonprofit aging-services providers.Limits on visitors, including lockdowns early in the pandemic, were aimed at preventing people from bringing COVID-19 into nursing homes, where elderly residents were particularly vulnerable to severe complications.“Our families — our base — have basically been very, very supportive for the most part,” said Elizabeth Howarth, administrator of the Homestead Health Center in southwestern Wichita.State and industry officials said homes’ current visitation policies are driven by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kdads.ks.gov/docs/default-source/covid-19/ach-data/visitation/long-term-care-visitation-guidance-update-5-7-21.pdf?sfvrsn=32790eee_4" target="_blank">guidance</a>&nbsp;from federal and state regulators and health officials. The guidance calls for restricting visitors when more than 10% of a county’s COVID-19 tests are positive and fewer than 70% of a home’s residents are vaccinated.The state said its overall positivity rate was 8.1% on Friday, but the figure has been as high as 11.2% this month. The federal government says more than 84% of Kansas nursing home residents have been fully vaccinated, while the rate for staff is 55%.Homestead Health in Wichita does not limit how many times family members can visit residents each week. But it requires appointments, keeps visits to 45 minutes and allows two adult visitors per resident.Those policies took effect in March, when about 90% of the residents had been vaccinated. Howarth said most family members didn’t want to visit without being vaccinated themselves.And, she added, “That pandemic train is still coming down the track.”The aging department says it had received 40 calls about homes’ visitation rules on a telephone hotline this year through July 13, without any citations. Deputy Secretary Scott Brunner said the agency told homes in December that they must discuss with all residents what they want and what’s possible with visitors.As for getting more aggressive about cracking down on homes that restrict visitors, he said, “We have to weigh more than just one consideration at a time.”Russell said the long-term care ombudsman’s office took up 40 complaints from May 10 through July 10 and received hundreds of calls.“Some facilities have perhaps gotten comfortable with being in charge of when residents can receive visitors,” said Margaret Farley, executive director of Kansas Advocates for Better. Care. “COVID is still lingering as a good excuse.”In Ness City, Tatum Lee’s frustration with rules at the local county-run nursing home where her grandfather lives pushed her to seek a Kansas House seat last year. Once in office, Lee, a Republican, sponsored&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2021_22/measures/documents/hb2327_00_0000.pdf" target="_blank">a bill that sought to</a>&nbsp;prevent county-run homes from restricting visits. It didn’t pass.She’s still frustrated that visits with “my papa” are limited to an hour. Lee said family members monitor conditions and care at homes.She said that last year, she had to ask workers at the local home when she saw them out in the community to give her grandfather hugs for her. Lee said she and others worry that homes will shut out visitors again if the area sees another wave of cases.Lee also said families monitor their relatives’ care and, “It matters to the health of these residents.”Ken Kennedy, a retired educator, said his mother’s isolation early in the pandemic at the Prairie Sunset Home in Pretty Prairie, west of Wichita, was “the worst part of it all.” In the fall, the home began putting up a tent in its courtyard for in-person visits, allowing him and other family members to see his mother regularly before she died in December.The home’s administrator, Aaron Kelley, said residents thrived once restrictions were lifted. Prairie Sunset posts regulators’ guidance for visits on its website, but Kelley said he’s not having employees police them strictly, adding that, “Somebody’s going to hug somebody.”“We’ve got to get back to humanity,” Kelley said.

Kansas debate heats up over nursing homes' visitor rules

The tragic death of a AAA tow truck driver in Ohio highlights the risks faced by emergency first responders here in Kansas and around the country.

More than 80 tow truck drivers participated in a procession in honor of 32-year old Glenn Ewing during his funeral services last week. The AAA tow truck driver was killed on July 4th while placing a disabled vehicle on the back of a flatbed on the side of the road.

“When one of our colleagues is lost, we’re all affected,” said Bryan Page, Wichita roadside assistance fleet manager for AAA Kansas. “He died while helping a driver on the side of the road – it can happen to any one of us.”

Ewing’s death illustrates why Move Over laws are critical to safety. The best thing drivers can do to keep someone on the side of the road safe is slow down, and move over into the next lane if you can do so safely.    

“We can’t stress enough how important it is that drivers move over and change lanes when they see AAA or any other first responder working in and around traffic,” said Jerry Stanley, Topeka/Lawrence Roadside Assistance Fleet Manager for AAA Kansas. “By doing so you are also potentially saving someone’s life.”

Move Over laws exist in all 50 states. AAA and other traffic safety advocates have been instrumental in the passage of laws to better protect tow truck drivers, road construction workers and other first responders.

“First responders work tirelessly to make our roads safer for all of us,” said Kansas Secretary of Transportation Julie Lorenz. “In return, they ask to be afforded a safe place to work in order to perform their job so they may return to their families each day. We encourage everyone to please move over and slow down for these workers and help spread the word. It’s not just the law. It’s the right thing to do.”

“Troopers across Kansas have noticed that drivers are not moving over when approaching and passing emergency vehicles and roadway maintenance vehicles,” said Lieutenant Candice Breshears of the Kansas Highway Patrol. “First responders and roadway workers are dedicated to making our Kansas highways safer for everyone traveling in and through Kansas. Not only is it a Kansas law to move over, but it is also the courteous thing to do. We want everyone, including our first responders, to make it home safely to their families. Please do your part and Move Over and Slow Down for all roadway workers.”

Distractions behind the wheel As more people hit the roads after confinement and with summer vacation travel, the number of vehicles on the road is increasing and the risks associated with distractions increase. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the national traffic safety research arm of AAA, found that drivers are four times more likely to crash if they are talking on a cell phone while driving and eight times more likely to be in a crash if texting.

“Drivers talking on a phone or otherwise distracted may not readily see a vehicle on the side of the road in enough time to safely move over to the next lane,” said Shawn Steward, manager, public and government affairs for AAA Kansas.&nbsp;“In safety, split seconds count.”

Kansas’ move over law State law requires drivers approaching a stationary emergency vehicle displaying flashing lights, including towing and recovery vehicles, traveling in the same direction, to vacate the lane closest if safe and possible to do so, or slow to a speed safe for road, weather, and traffic conditions. In Kansas, the original law took effect in 2000 to protect law enforcement officers. It has been expanded over the years to to reduce risk to roadside construction crews, emergency responders and tow operators and waste collection vehicles. It was most recently broadened during the 2021 Kansas Legislative session to include to utility and telecommunications crews.

If motorists are cited for violating this statute, they will face a $75 fine plus, potentially, additional court costs.

Tragic numbers In Kansas designated road construction work zones alone – not even including incidents involving law enforcement officers, tow truck drivers and other roadside workers – the impact of vehicle crashes has been significant and tragic. According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, from 2010-2019, there were:

What’s being done Law enforcement agencies across Kansas and the nation regularly enforce Move Over law violations. AAA and its traffic safety partners will strengthen advocacy and community awareness throughout the year, including “National Move Over Day” which happens every third Saturday in October.

AAA Kansas, through a donation from the AAA Kansas Traffic Safety Fund, this year is donating sets of digital LED flares to about two dozen smaller police departments and sheriff’s offices across the Sunflower State, to help increase visibility and safety when officers work roadside emergency incidents during limited visibility times.

About AAA AAA provides automotive, travel, and insurance services to more than 62&nbsp;million members nationwide and more than three&nbsp;hundred fifty thousand&nbsp;members in Kansas.&nbsp;AAA advocates for the safety and mobility of its members and has been committed to outstanding road service for more than 100 years. AAA is a&nbsp;non-stock, membership corporation working&nbsp;on behalf of motorists, who can map a route, access a&nbsp;<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443816&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">COVID travel restriction map</a>, find local gas prices and&nbsp;<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443815&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">electric vehicle charging stations</a>,&nbsp;discover discounts, book a hotel, and track their roadside assistance service with the AAA Mobile app (<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443814&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">AAA.com/mobile</a>) for iPhone, iPad and Android. For more information on joining or renewing a Membership, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443813&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">www.AAA.com</a>..

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626920912160.jpeg" alt="Image courtesy AAA Kansas" />
 <figcaption>Image courtesy AAA Kansas</figcaption>
 </figure>By AAA KANSAS The tragic death of a AAA tow truck driver in Ohio highlights the risks faced by emergency first responders here in Kansas and around the country.More than 80 tow truck drivers participated in a procession in honor of 32-year old Glenn Ewing during his funeral services last week. The AAA tow truck driver was killed on July 4th while placing a disabled vehicle on the back of a flatbed on the side of the road.“When one of our colleagues is lost, we’re all affected,” said Bryan Page, Wichita roadside assistance fleet manager for AAA Kansas. “He died while helping a driver on the side of the road – it can happen to any one of us.”Ewing’s death illustrates why Move Over laws are critical to safety. The best thing drivers can do to keep someone on the side of the road safe is slow down, and move over into the next lane if you can do so safely. “We can’t stress enough how important it is that drivers move over and change lanes when they see AAA or any other first responder working in and around traffic,” said Jerry Stanley, Topeka/Lawrence Roadside Assistance Fleet Manager for AAA Kansas. “By doing so you are also potentially saving someone’s life.”Move Over laws exist in all 50 states. AAA and other traffic safety advocates have been instrumental in the passage of laws to better protect tow truck drivers, road construction workers and other first responders.“First responders work tirelessly to make our roads safer for all of us,” said Kansas Secretary of Transportation Julie Lorenz. “In return, they ask to be afforded a safe place to work in order to perform their job so they may return to their families each day. We encourage everyone to please move over and slow down for these workers and help spread the word. It’s not just the law. It’s the right thing to do.”“Troopers across Kansas have noticed that drivers are not moving over when approaching and passing emergency vehicles and roadway maintenance vehicles,” said Lieutenant Candice Breshears of the Kansas Highway Patrol. “First responders and roadway workers are dedicated to making our Kansas highways safer for everyone traveling in and through Kansas. Not only is it a Kansas law to move over, but it is also the courteous thing to do. We want everyone, including our first responders, to make it home safely to their families. Please do your part and Move Over and Slow Down for all roadway workers.”Distractions behind the wheel As more people hit the roads after confinement and with summer vacation travel, the number of vehicles on the road is increasing and the risks associated with distractions increase. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the national traffic safety research arm of AAA, found that drivers are four times more likely to crash if they are talking on a cell phone while driving and eight times more likely to be in a crash if texting.“Drivers talking on a phone or otherwise distracted may not readily see a vehicle on the side of the road in enough time to safely move over to the next lane,” said Shawn Steward, manager, public and government affairs for AAA Kansas.&nbsp;“In safety, split seconds count.”Kansas’ move over law State law requires drivers approaching a stationary emergency vehicle displaying flashing lights, including towing and recovery vehicles, traveling in the same direction, to vacate the lane closest if safe and possible to do so, or slow to a speed safe for road, weather, and traffic conditions. In Kansas, the original law took effect in 2000 to protect law enforcement officers. It has been expanded over the years to to reduce risk to roadside construction crews, emergency responders and tow operators and waste collection vehicles. It was most recently broadened during the 2021 Kansas Legislative session to include to utility and telecommunications crews.If motorists are cited for violating this statute, they will face a $75 fine plus, potentially, additional court costs.Tragic numbers In Kansas designated road construction work zones alone – not even including incidents involving law enforcement officers, tow truck drivers and other roadside workers – the impact of vehicle crashes has been significant and tragic. According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, from 2010-2019, there were:•15,925 work zone crashes•5,126 injuries in those crashes•65 people killedWhat’s being done Law enforcement agencies across Kansas and the nation regularly enforce Move Over law violations. AAA and its traffic safety partners will strengthen advocacy and community awareness throughout the year, including “National Move Over Day” which happens every third Saturday in October.AAA Kansas, through a donation from the AAA Kansas Traffic Safety Fund, this year is donating sets of digital LED flares to about two dozen smaller police departments and sheriff’s offices across the Sunflower State, to help increase visibility and safety when officers work roadside emergency incidents during limited visibility times.About AAA AAA provides automotive, travel, and insurance services to more than 62&nbsp;million members nationwide and more than three&nbsp;hundred fifty thousand&nbsp;members in Kansas.&nbsp;AAA advocates for the safety and mobility of its members and has been committed to outstanding road service for more than 100 years. AAA is a&nbsp;non-stock, membership corporation working&nbsp;on behalf of motorists, who can map a route, access a&nbsp;<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443816&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">COVID travel restriction map</a>, find local gas prices and&nbsp;<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443815&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">electric vehicle charging stations</a>,&nbsp;discover discounts, book a hotel, and track their roadside assistance service with the AAA Mobile app (<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443814&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">AAA.com/mobile</a>) for iPhone, iPad and Android. For more information on joining or renewing a Membership, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://aaacluballiance.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Data=HHL%3d9%2b36%3a0-%3eLCE59.%3c5%3a%26SDG%3c90%3a.&amp;RE=MC&amp;RI=5430239&amp;Preview=False&amp;DistributionActionID=443813&amp;Action=Follow+Link" target="_blank">www.AAA.com</a>..

AAA: Roadside tragedy underscores need to 'slow down, move over'

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A 34-year-old Kansas man has been convicted in the deaths of a woman and her cousin in Topeka. 

Richard Showalter, of Greenleaf in Washington County, was convicted Tuesday for his role in the beating and stabbing deaths of 28-year-old Lisa Sportsman and her 17-year-old cousin, Jesse Polinskey in July 2018. 

Showalter was the third man convicted in the case. Lisa Sportsman was the estranged wife of 43-year-old Bradley Sportsman, of Hollenberg, who pleaded guilty in October to two counts of second-degree murder and was sentenced to almost 46 years in prison.

The third suspect, 22-year-old Matthew Hutto, of Clay Center, was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574611652984.png" alt="Richard Showalter photo Shawnee Co." />
 <figcaption>Richard Showalter photo Shawnee Co.</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A 34-year-old Kansas man has been convicted in the deaths of a woman and her cousin in Topeka. Richard Showalter, of Greenleaf in Washington County, was convicted Tuesday for his role in the beating and stabbing deaths of 28-year-old Lisa Sportsman and her 17-year-old cousin, Jesse Polinskey in July 2018. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574350781439.png" alt="Sportsman photo Shawnee County" />
 <figcaption>Sportsman photo Shawnee County</figcaption>
 </figure>Showalter was the third man convicted in the case. Lisa Sportsman was the estranged wife of 43-year-old Bradley Sportsman, of Hollenberg, who pleaded guilty in October to two counts of second-degree murder and was sentenced to almost 46 years in prison.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1625951183808.png" alt="Matthew Hutto photo KDOC" />
 <figcaption>Matthew Hutto photo KDOC</figcaption>
 </figure>The third suspect, 22-year-old Matthew Hutto, of Clay Center, was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences.

Man convicted in murder of Kan. woman, her teen cousin

Clint Alan Froelich, 39, Hays, Kansas, 
died Sunday, April 12, 2020, with his wife holding his hand at HaysMed.&nbsp;
 At 2:45 am on that Easter morning, he was freed of all his earthly 
pains and joined his heavenly Father away from all earthly burdens.

He was born August 16, 1980, the son of
 Morris Alan and Marie Kay (Dreiling) Froelich in Hays.&nbsp; Growing up, 
Clint was a very loving, happy, energetic, and ornery little boy.&nbsp; Clint
 attended Hays High School and graduated in May 1999.&nbsp; He was a very 
hardworking man of many talents, but most of all he loved construction.&nbsp;
 He worked for Bieker Construction for seven years before starting with 
Brackney Construction where he continued for the next 14 years.&nbsp; Clint 
was never one to turn down a person in need of help and would help 
friends and family many nights and weekends.&nbsp; He was a Kansas City 
Chiefs fan and enjoyed fishing, shooting, gardening, and baking.&nbsp; He 
would bake for days in preparation for ski trips with his family.&nbsp; He 
loved spending time with his daughters. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In March of 1998, as a junior in high 
school, he met his soulmate and future wife Savanna Tibbetts.&nbsp; Clint and
 Savanna dated long distance until she graduated from high school in 
2001.&nbsp; In 2003, the happy couple welcomed their first daughter Marissa 
to the world, and Clint’s light never shown brighter.&nbsp; On September 16, 
2006 Clint and Savanna were united in marriage in Hays at St. Nicholas 
of Myra Catholic Church where Clint had been a member since the church 
was built.&nbsp; Clint loved being a father, and the couple welcomed three 
more children to their family.&nbsp; Afton was welcomed in October of 2007, 
Joselin was welcomed in July of 2009, and after many years of trying and
 being devastated by the loss of their only son Talon in August of 2014 
and a daughter Piper in December of 2015, their daughter Victoria joined
 the party in October of 2017.

When Victoria was only six months old, 
Clint was taken to HaysMed for appendicitis.&nbsp; Five days after the 
appendectomy Clint was diagnosed with an extremely rare and aggressive 
form of cancer.&nbsp; Clint took a breath and vowed to give every ounce of 
fight within him to conquer this disease.&nbsp; Over the next 23 months Clint
 endured 29 procedures, 83 days away from his beloved children, three 
different hospitals, two different states, 13 doctors, numerous nurses 
and many missed family holidays and celebrations.&nbsp; Clint NEVER gave up. 
&nbsp;Each and every day he woke up he put a smile on his face, and kept life
 as normal as possible for his girls.

Clint is survived by his wife; Savanna,
 and four daughters; Marissa, Afton, Joselin, and Victoria, all of 
Beaver, OK, his parents; Morris and Marie Froelich of Hays, KS, a 
sister; Jill Russell and husband Bill, and two nieces; Kaeleah and Brynn
 Russell, all of Papillion, NE, his grandparents; Morris and MaryAnn 
Froelich of Gorham, KS and Marvin and Kathleen Dreiling of Hays, KS, his
 father-in-law; Russell Tibbetts of Beaver, OK and a host of aunts, 
uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many, many loved family and 
friends.

He was preceded in death by a son; 
Talon Froelich, a daughter; Piper Froelich, a cousin; Wade Dreiling, and
 his mother-in-law; Mary Tibbetts.

A memorial mass will be at 10:00 am on 
Saturday, July 24, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Private family burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are 
suggested to Clint’s children's education made payable to Savanna 
Froelich, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine 
Street, Hays.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Clint may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626546802461.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Clint Alan Froelich, 39, Hays, Kansas, 
died Sunday, April 12, 2020, with his wife holding his hand at HaysMed.&nbsp;
 At 2:45 am on that Easter morning, he was freed of all his earthly 
pains and joined his heavenly Father away from all earthly burdens.He was born August 16, 1980, the son of
 Morris Alan and Marie Kay (Dreiling) Froelich in Hays.&nbsp; Growing up, 
Clint was a very loving, happy, energetic, and ornery little boy.&nbsp; Clint
 attended Hays High School and graduated in May 1999.&nbsp; He was a very 
hardworking man of many talents, but most of all he loved construction.&nbsp;
 He worked for Bieker Construction for seven years before starting with 
Brackney Construction where he continued for the next 14 years.&nbsp; Clint 
was never one to turn down a person in need of help and would help 
friends and family many nights and weekends.&nbsp; He was a Kansas City 
Chiefs fan and enjoyed fishing, shooting, gardening, and baking.&nbsp; He 
would bake for days in preparation for ski trips with his family.&nbsp; He 
loved spending time with his daughters. &nbsp;&nbsp;In March of 1998, as a junior in high 
school, he met his soulmate and future wife Savanna Tibbetts.&nbsp; Clint and
 Savanna dated long distance until she graduated from high school in 
2001.&nbsp; In 2003, the happy couple welcomed their first daughter Marissa 
to the world, and Clint’s light never shown brighter.&nbsp; On September 16, 
2006 Clint and Savanna were united in marriage in Hays at St. Nicholas 
of Myra Catholic Church where Clint had been a member since the church 
was built.&nbsp; Clint loved being a father, and the couple welcomed three 
more children to their family.&nbsp; Afton was welcomed in October of 2007, 
Joselin was welcomed in July of 2009, and after many years of trying and
 being devastated by the loss of their only son Talon in August of 2014 
and a daughter Piper in December of 2015, their daughter Victoria joined
 the party in October of 2017.When Victoria was only six months old, 
Clint was taken to HaysMed for appendicitis.&nbsp; Five days after the 
appendectomy Clint was diagnosed with an extremely rare and aggressive 
form of cancer.&nbsp; Clint took a breath and vowed to give every ounce of 
fight within him to conquer this disease.&nbsp; Over the next 23 months Clint
 endured 29 procedures, 83 days away from his beloved children, three 
different hospitals, two different states, 13 doctors, numerous nurses 
and many missed family holidays and celebrations.&nbsp; Clint NEVER gave up. 
&nbsp;Each and every day he woke up he put a smile on his face, and kept life
 as normal as possible for his girls.Clint is survived by his wife; Savanna,
 and four daughters; Marissa, Afton, Joselin, and Victoria, all of 
Beaver, OK, his parents; Morris and Marie Froelich of Hays, KS, a 
sister; Jill Russell and husband Bill, and two nieces; Kaeleah and Brynn
 Russell, all of Papillion, NE, his grandparents; Morris and MaryAnn 
Froelich of Gorham, KS and Marvin and Kathleen Dreiling of Hays, KS, his
 father-in-law; Russell Tibbetts of Beaver, OK and a host of aunts, 
uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many, many loved family and 
friends.He was preceded in death by a son; 
Talon Froelich, a daughter; Piper Froelich, a cousin; Wade Dreiling, and
 his mother-in-law; Mary Tibbetts.A memorial mass will be at 10:00 am on 
Saturday, July 24, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Private family burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are 
suggested to Clint’s children's education made payable to Savanna 
Froelich, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine 
Street, Hays.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Clint may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com

Clint Alan Froelich

Barbara Ann “Bobbi” Norton passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at her
 home in Plainville at the age of 65. She was born in Plainville on 
October 9, 1955 to William and Esther “Ruth” (Larsen) Brickley. Bobbi 
was united in marriage to Don Norton, the couple was blessed with two 
children: Kim and Thomas, the couple later divorced.
 Bobbi was a lifetime resident of Plainville, she attended Plainville
 High School and graduated with the class of 1973. Following High 
School, she was a homemaker for many years and cherished the many 
memories she made with her children while they were growing up. Outside 
of raising her children she later was co-owner of Norton Tractor Service
 for many years and later honored the Brickley legacy by accepting a job
 in healthcare at the Plainville Rural Hospital later known as Rooks 
County Health Center, in Dietary Management. She furthered her education
 at Barton Community College to earn a degree in this field so she could
 pursue her passion of food, service, and family. She devoted 14 years 
to the Hospital and become well known, and very loved by the patients, 
staff, and the community of Plainville. She later accepted a position at
 RedBud Village Nursing Home in the Dietary Department. Bobbi loved the 
residents and her co-workers, she looked forward to her job everyday and
 the residents and staff looked forward to seeing her.
 Bobbi was passionate about her family and enjoyed being close to her
 children and later her grandchildren. She loved her granddaughters and 
looked forward to their growth in their future careers. Bobbi’s cats and
 dogs were also loved like her children and grandchildren. The family 
was unified through a love of each other, food, and of course the Kansas
 City Royals and the Kansas City Chiefs. She will be remembered through 
her good works, her caring nature, and fierce patriotism with an 
unforgettable social media presence.
 Bobbi is survived by her children, Kim Brown (Dan Bingle) of 
Plainville, KS and Thomas Norton (Megan Bell) of Plainville, KS; 
brother, Ross (Jan) Brickely of Lexington, NC; grandchildren, Emily 
Norton and Elizabeth Brown; nieces, Morgan (Tim) Lendino of Charlotte, 
NC, Samantha Norton of Beloit, KS; nephews, Jamie Smith of Salina, KS 
and Josh (Amber) Smith of Baldwin City, KS, JT (Danielle) Norton of 
Wilcox, NE, Nathan Norton of Kearney, NE; and great nieces and nephew, 
Mary, Matthew, Michel, and Malena.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Ruth Brickley and a sister, Marsha Brickley Smith.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at the 
First Christian Church in Plainville at 10:30 AM. Visitation will be on 
Monday at the Funeral Home from 2 PM until 8 PM with Family Receiving 
Friends from 5:30P to 7P. 
 Memorials are suggested to Animal Hospital or Donor’s Choice and may
 be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67663.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626451849137.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Barbara Ann “Bobbi” Norton passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at her
 home in Plainville at the age of 65. She was born in Plainville on 
October 9, 1955 to William and Esther “Ruth” (Larsen) Brickley. Bobbi 
was united in marriage to Don Norton, the couple was blessed with two 
children: Kim and Thomas, the couple later divorced.
 Bobbi was a lifetime resident of Plainville, she attended Plainville
 High School and graduated with the class of 1973. Following High 
School, she was a homemaker for many years and cherished the many 
memories she made with her children while they were growing up. Outside 
of raising her children she later was co-owner of Norton Tractor Service
 for many years and later honored the Brickley legacy by accepting a job
 in healthcare at the Plainville Rural Hospital later known as Rooks 
County Health Center, in Dietary Management. She furthered her education
 at Barton Community College to earn a degree in this field so she could
 pursue her passion of food, service, and family. She devoted 14 years 
to the Hospital and become well known, and very loved by the patients, 
staff, and the community of Plainville. She later accepted a position at
 RedBud Village Nursing Home in the Dietary Department. Bobbi loved the 
residents and her co-workers, she looked forward to her job everyday and
 the residents and staff looked forward to seeing her.
 Bobbi was passionate about her family and enjoyed being close to her
 children and later her grandchildren. She loved her granddaughters and 
looked forward to their growth in their future careers. Bobbi’s cats and
 dogs were also loved like her children and grandchildren. The family 
was unified through a love of each other, food, and of course the Kansas
 City Royals and the Kansas City Chiefs. She will be remembered through 
her good works, her caring nature, and fierce patriotism with an 
unforgettable social media presence.
 Bobbi is survived by her children, Kim Brown (Dan Bingle) of 
Plainville, KS and Thomas Norton (Megan Bell) of Plainville, KS; 
brother, Ross (Jan) Brickely of Lexington, NC; grandchildren, Emily 
Norton and Elizabeth Brown; nieces, Morgan (Tim) Lendino of Charlotte, 
NC, Samantha Norton of Beloit, KS; nephews, Jamie Smith of Salina, KS 
and Josh (Amber) Smith of Baldwin City, KS, JT (Danielle) Norton of 
Wilcox, NE, Nathan Norton of Kearney, NE; and great nieces and nephew, 
Mary, Matthew, Michel, and Malena.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Ruth Brickley and a sister, Marsha Brickley Smith.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at the 
First Christian Church in Plainville at 10:30 AM. Visitation will be on 
Monday at the Funeral Home from 2 PM until 8 PM with Family Receiving 
Friends from 5:30P to 7P. 
 Memorials are suggested to Animal Hospital or Donor’s Choice and may
 be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67663.

Barbara 'Bobbi' Ann Norton

Rhonda Lou Blazek, 73, died July 15, 2021, at her home in Salina, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She was born November 17, 1947, in Glendale, Cal., the daughter
 of Chester H. and Anna Louise (Wray) Smith.

On May 21, 1966, she married Edward LeRoy Blazek in Dubuque, Kansas. 
They later divorced, and remarried May 21, 1989.&nbsp; He preceded her in 
death on October 14, 2005.

A lifetime resident of Hoisington, Rhonda was a long time Hoisington 
E.M.S. director, also being employed by Essex, Albert Co-op, Fuller 
Brush and the Women’s Recovery Center.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening, reading, 
tinkering with computers, and above all, time spent with her 
grandchildren.

She is survived by: a son, Eric Blazek and wife Kristy of Hoisington;
 and a daughter, Chrystie Blazek and husband Rob Teschke of Salina; two 
brothers, Randy Smith of Great Bend, and Ron Smith and wife Christina of
 Hoisington; 10 grandchildren, Austin LaViolette, Nathan LaViolette, 
Ryan Meade, Shannon Meade, Steven Mickle, Karissa Wagner, Kelsea Wagner,
 Kaleb Blazek, Brady Blazek and Ali Jo Blazek; and 17 great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Chet and Louise Smith, 
husband, Ed, an infant son, Paul Lee Blazek, and son, Aaron Lee Blazek.

Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, July 23, 2021, with
 the family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke
 Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 
2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Don Fisher 
presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Hoisington City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Hoisington E.M.S. or GPS Kids Club, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626546845483.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Rhonda Lou Blazek, 73, died July 15, 2021, at her home in Salina, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She was born November 17, 1947, in Glendale, Cal., the daughter
 of Chester H. and Anna Louise (Wray) Smith.On May 21, 1966, she married Edward LeRoy Blazek in Dubuque, Kansas. 
They later divorced, and remarried May 21, 1989.&nbsp; He preceded her in 
death on October 14, 2005.A lifetime resident of Hoisington, Rhonda was a long time Hoisington 
E.M.S. director, also being employed by Essex, Albert Co-op, Fuller 
Brush and the Women’s Recovery Center.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening, reading, 
tinkering with computers, and above all, time spent with her 
grandchildren.She is survived by: a son, Eric Blazek and wife Kristy of Hoisington;
 and a daughter, Chrystie Blazek and husband Rob Teschke of Salina; two 
brothers, Randy Smith of Great Bend, and Ron Smith and wife Christina of
 Hoisington; 10 grandchildren, Austin LaViolette, Nathan LaViolette, 
Ryan Meade, Shannon Meade, Steven Mickle, Karissa Wagner, Kelsea Wagner,
 Kaleb Blazek, Brady Blazek and Ali Jo Blazek; and 17 great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Chet and Louise Smith, 
husband, Ed, an infant son, Paul Lee Blazek, and son, Aaron Lee Blazek.Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, July 23, 2021, with
 the family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke
 Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 
2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Don Fisher 
presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Hoisington City Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Hoisington E.M.S. or GPS Kids Club, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Rhonda Lou Blazek

On Monday, construction will begin in Hays on Phase 2 of 230th Avenue and 55th Street intersection project, which consists of new curb and gutter, and concrete pavement for the intersection &nbsp;and 230th Avenue approximately ¼ mile north. &nbsp;

During Phase 2, 230th Avenue will be closed north of 55th Street for the remainder of the project. 

The only allowable movement through the intersection of 230th Avenue and 55th Street will be a right turn from northbound 230th to eastbound 55th Street. 

&nbsp;Access to Celebration Community Church will be from 55th Street only and access to businesses and areas along 230th Street north of 55th Street will be from the north via Feedlot Road. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysusa.com/ImageRepository/Document?documentId=4064" target="_blank">See location map.</a>

The total project is expected to be completed by October. Contact the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350 with questions.

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 </figure>City of HaysOn Monday, construction will begin in Hays on Phase 2 of 230th Avenue and 55th Street intersection project, which consists of new curb and gutter, and concrete pavement for the intersection &nbsp;and 230th Avenue approximately ¼ mile north. &nbsp;During Phase 2, 230th Avenue will be closed north of 55th Street for the remainder of the project. The only allowable movement through the intersection of 230th Avenue and 55th Street will be a right turn from northbound 230th to eastbound 55th Street. &nbsp;Access to Celebration Community Church will be from 55th Street only and access to businesses and areas along 230th Street north of 55th Street will be from the north via Feedlot Road. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysusa.com/ImageRepository/Document?documentId=4064" target="_blank">See location map.</a><figure>
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 </figure>The total project is expected to be completed by October. Contact the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350 with questions.

🎥 Phase 2 of 230th/55th improvement for truck plaza begins Monday

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas woman involved in a double-fatal crash during a police chase in a stolen SUV will make a court appearance Friday, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.

In May of 2019, police reported then 24-year-old Mia Collins led officers on a chase in a stolen BMW sport utility vehicle. After about on mile, the car collided with a car and another SUV at an intersection.

The crash killed 70-year-old Maria Wood and 12-year-old Rosemary McElroy and critically injured 36-year-old Jenny Wood, a popular Wichita musician known for performing with children. She is Wood’s daughter and McElroy’s aunt.

&nbsp;Collins was on probation for stealing a handgun at the time of the crash. A passenger in her car, 38-year-old Christopher English, was on parole. They were not seriously injured in the crash.

She is <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20020842">charged with two counts </a>of first-degree murder and numerous other charges. The trial is scheduled to begin in October.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/8/1597421975250.png" alt="First responders on the scene of the fatal 2019 crash -photo courtesy KWCH" />
 <figcaption>First responders on the scene of the fatal 2019 crash -photo courtesy KWCH</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas woman involved in a double-fatal crash during a police chase in a stolen SUV will make a court appearance Friday, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.In May of 2019, police reported then 24-year-old Mia Collins led officers on a chase in a stolen BMW sport utility vehicle. After about on mile, the car collided with a car and another SUV at an intersection.The crash killed 70-year-old Maria Wood and 12-year-old Rosemary McElroy and critically injured 36-year-old Jenny Wood, a popular Wichita musician known for performing with children. She is Wood’s daughter and McElroy’s aunt.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/8/1597432907464.png" alt="Collins photo Sedgwick County" />
 <figcaption>Collins photo Sedgwick County</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;Collins was on probation for stealing a handgun at the time of the crash. A passenger in her car, 38-year-old Christopher English, was on parole. They were not seriously injured in the crash.She is <a href="https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriffinmates/SheriffInmateDetail.aspx?nameId=20020842">charged with two counts </a>of first-degree murder and numerous other charges. The trial is scheduled to begin in October.---

Kan. woman charged in fatal chase, crash to appear in court

By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays Post

A 27-year-old Hays man has been charged with killing his
wife in the early morning hours of Oct. 31, 2019.

According to a press release from the Ellis County Attorney’s
Office, Colby Alan Trickle, 27, Hays, was charged Wednesday with first-degree
murder in the October 2019 shooting death of his wife, <a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/Kristen-Trickle">Kristen Trickle</a>, 26, Hays.

Colby Trickle, who was arrested Thursday, is alleged to have,
“feloniously, and intentionally with premeditation” shoot Kristen Trickle in
the head with a revolver on Oct. 31, 2019. 

Premediated first-degree murder in Kansas is an off-grid
person felony, and anyone convicted of first degree faces life in prison. The mandatory
minimum is 25 years in prison with the possibility of post-release supervision.

Colby Trickle was also charged with two counts of
interference with law enforcement. Prosecutors allege Trickle reported false
information to law enforcement officials on two separate occasions in an effort
to obstruct an investigation.

Trickle is being held on $1.5 million bond. 

His next court appearance is expected to be Friday in Ellis County District
Court. 

By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays PostA 27-year-old Hays man has been charged with killing his
wife in the early morning hours of Oct. 31, 2019.According to a press release from the Ellis County Attorney’s
Office, Colby Alan Trickle, 27, Hays, was charged Wednesday with first-degree
murder in the October 2019 shooting death of his wife, <a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/Kristen-Trickle">Kristen Trickle</a>, 26, Hays.Colby Trickle, who was arrested Thursday, is alleged to have,
“feloniously, and intentionally with premeditation” shoot Kristen Trickle in
the head with a revolver on Oct. 31, 2019. Premediated first-degree murder in Kansas is an off-grid
person felony, and anyone convicted of first degree faces life in prison. The mandatory
minimum is 25 years in prison with the possibility of post-release supervision.Colby Trickle was also charged with two counts of
interference with law enforcement. Prosecutors allege Trickle reported false
information to law enforcement officials on two separate occasions in an effort
to obstruct an investigation.Trickle is being held on $1.5 million bond. His next court appearance is expected to be Friday in Ellis County District
Court.

Hays man accused of 2019 first-degree murder of wife

By SKIP VAUGHN <a href="https://www.theredstonerocket.com">Redstone Rocket</a>

DECATUR, Ala. — Links golfer Donna Lowen has added to her impressive list of golf accomplishments.

Lowen
 won the Alabama women’s state senior championship June 22-24 at Goose 
Pond, the lake course, in Scottsboro. She shot 76, 72 and 68 to finish 
even par for the three days and won by eight strokes.

“I was very 
happy to win and get back to competing again,” said Lowen, account manager 
with McGriff Insurance Services. “I’ve been hitting the ball 
really well. I just struggled with the putting the first couple of days.
 Just kept on myself to be patient. Keep playing the game and then 
hopefully eventually the putts will start dropping the last day.”

This
 was her first year competing in this annual tournament. 

“I decided to 
play. It’s over here in Scottsboro and I love that course. The layout, 
the view, lake right there,” she said.

Lowen, 53, from Hays, played golf for the University of 
Kansas from 1986 to 1990. They won the Big Eight Conference in 1990 as a team
 and she finished second individually. Lowen has lived in Huntsville for
 20 years. She won the Redstone women’s championship in 2019, 2018, 
2016, 2014, 2013 and 2012; and the post women’s senior championship in 
2019 and 2018. She won the Kansas state junior titles in 1983 and 1984, 
and the Kansas state women’s amateur titles in 1985 and 1990.

She 
has made three holes-in-one, most recently May 11 in the OMMCS league on
 hole No. 8 on the Warrior course at the Links. Her previous hole-in-one
 was last October at Huntsville Country Club on hole No. 10. As a 
12-year-old she made a hole-in-one at the Jayhawk golf camp.

In 
the state senior championship at Goose Pond, Lowen shot 76-72-68-216, 
even par. Second place Kathy Hartwiger of Birmingham shot 74-73-77-224, 
8-over. Third place Susan West of Tuscaloosa shot 75-77-75-227, 11-over.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626298440114.jpeg" alt="Donna Lowen, who played golf for the University of Kansas from 1986 to 1990, has captured her first Alabama women’s state senior title. Photo courtesy <a href="https://www.theredstonerocket.com">The Redstone Rocket.</a>" />
 <figcaption>Donna Lowen, who played golf for the University of Kansas from 1986 to 1990, has captured her first Alabama women’s state senior title. Photo courtesy <a href="https://www.theredstonerocket.com">The Redstone Rocket.</a></figcaption>
 </figure>By SKIP VAUGHN <a href="https://www.theredstonerocket.com">Redstone Rocket</a>DECATUR, Ala. — Links golfer Donna Lowen has added to her impressive list of golf accomplishments.Lowen
 won the Alabama women’s state senior championship June 22-24 at Goose 
Pond, the lake course, in Scottsboro. She shot 76, 72 and 68 to finish 
even par for the three days and won by eight strokes.“I was very 
happy to win and get back to competing again,” said Lowen, account manager 
with McGriff Insurance Services. “I’ve been hitting the ball 
really well. I just struggled with the putting the first couple of days.
 Just kept on myself to be patient. Keep playing the game and then 
hopefully eventually the putts will start dropping the last day.”This
 was her first year competing in this annual tournament. “I decided to 
play. It’s over here in Scottsboro and I love that course. The layout, 
the view, lake right there,” she said.Lowen, 53, from Hays, played golf for the University of 
Kansas from 1986 to 1990. They won the Big Eight Conference in 1990 as a team
 and she finished second individually. Lowen has lived in Huntsville for
 20 years. She won the Redstone women’s championship in 2019, 2018, 
2016, 2014, 2013 and 2012; and the post women’s senior championship in 
2019 and 2018. She won the Kansas state junior titles in 1983 and 1984, 
and the Kansas state women’s amateur titles in 1985 and 1990.She 
has made three holes-in-one, most recently May 11 in the OMMCS league on
 hole No. 8 on the Warrior course at the Links. Her previous hole-in-one
 was last October at Huntsville Country Club on hole No. 10. As a 
12-year-old she made a hole-in-one at the Jayhawk golf camp.In 
the state senior championship at Goose Pond, Lowen shot 76-72-68-216, 
even par. Second place Kathy Hartwiger of Birmingham shot 74-73-77-224, 
8-over. Third place Susan West of Tuscaloosa shot 75-77-75-227, 11-over.

Hays native wins state senior golf title in Alabama

Terry Allen Batt, 54, of Thornton, Colorado, passed away Monday, July 5, 2021, in Thornton.

Terry was born October 23, 1966, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; One of two sons born to Garry and Ellen (Boxberger) Batt.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School Class of 1985. He graduated from Fort Hays State University with Honors, receiving the Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges with outstanding merit and accomplishments.

Terry was employed with KOCH Industries in Wichita, Kansas out of college. Later he was employed with AQUAILA Energy in Kansas City, Kansas. In 2004, he was appointed the President of the South West Petroleum Inc. In 2010 he relocated to Thornton, Colorado and was employed with NGL Energy Partners LP as Senior Credit Manager.

Terry became a member of the Polka Kings Band in 1979, and enjoyed his musical career with his father, brother and many others.&nbsp; He was the organist of the Annunciation Church in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; He also played with various bands in the Denver area.&nbsp; He was also very active with the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia (Volga Germans).

Terry’s surviving family includes his parents, Garry and Ellen Batt of Russell, Kansas; brother, Tom Batt (Sandy) of Russell, Kansas; two nephews, two great nieces and a great nephew.

Terry was preceded in death by his grandparents, Herman and Esther Batt and Sigmund and Rosa Boxberger.

Celebration of Terry’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, July 16, 2021, at St. John Lutheran Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private family burial of ashes will follow at a later date at Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; No visitation will be held.&nbsp; 

A Memorial has been established as the Terry Batt Memorial Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1626277456339.jpeg" alt="Batt, Terry Cover pic.jpg" />
 <figcaption>Batt, Terry Cover pic.jpg</figcaption>
 </figure>Terry Allen Batt, 54, of Thornton, Colorado, passed away Monday, July 5, 2021, in Thornton.Terry was born October 23, 1966, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; One of two sons born to Garry and Ellen (Boxberger) Batt.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School Class of 1985. He graduated from Fort Hays State University with Honors, receiving the Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges with outstanding merit and accomplishments.Terry was employed with KOCH Industries in Wichita, Kansas out of college. Later he was employed with AQUAILA Energy in Kansas City, Kansas. In 2004, he was appointed the President of the South West Petroleum Inc. In 2010 he relocated to Thornton, Colorado and was employed with NGL Energy Partners LP as Senior Credit Manager.Terry became a member of the Polka Kings Band in 1979, and enjoyed his musical career with his father, brother and many others.&nbsp; He was the organist of the Annunciation Church in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; He also played with various bands in the Denver area.&nbsp; He was also very active with the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia (Volga Germans).Terry’s surviving family includes his parents, Garry and Ellen Batt of Russell, Kansas; brother, Tom Batt (Sandy) of Russell, Kansas; two nephews, two great nieces and a great nephew.Terry was preceded in death by his grandparents, Herman and Esther Batt and Sigmund and Rosa Boxberger.Celebration of Terry’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, July 16, 2021, at St. John Lutheran Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private family burial of ashes will follow at a later date at Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; No visitation will be held.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established as the Terry Batt Memorial Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Terry Allen Batt

Lidia Elizabeth Hurst, 21, of Topeka, KS passed away on July 9, 2021. 
She was born October 16, 1999, in Colby, KS to Jared Hurst and Tiffany 
(Fletcher) Hurst. 
Lidia attended Rawlins County High School and received her high school 
diploma from the Thomas County Learning Center in 2018. She attended 
Paul Mitchell School of Cosmetology in Wichita, KS. She was currently 
continuing her education taking online courses from Central Christian 
College of Kansas majoring in psychology. 
Lidia loved and cherished her family and friends above all else and 
enjoyed spending time with them creating memories they will forever 
cherish. She was a stunningly beautiful and kind young lady with a 
contagious smile that loved to travel and made lifelong friends 
everywhere she went. She had an outgoing, bubbly, silly personality 
(cows go meep!) that had the ability to make the people around her 
smile. 
Lidia who also went by Wiea, Squidia, Lider and Liea, loved creating and
 using nicknames for those she loved such as Her Monsters (Maci and 
Callen, after they outgrew being called the babies), Tafferin or Baby K 
(Kathryn), Guppy (Callen), Maci Moo Moo. Samiososa (Samuel). She would 
also often refer to her parents as Merm and Paco. 
She is survived by her parents Jared and Jennifer Hurst and Tiffany 
(Fletcher) Hurst; her siblings, Matthew Hanzlick, Kathleen (Jeremiah) 
Taulborg, Samuel, Kathryn, Maci and Callen Hurst; her grandparents, 
Lynda and Sylvester Hurst, Deb Smethers, Bobby and Donna Fletcher, Don 
Johnson and Beth Johnson; great grandparents Ted and Gertie Kastens; 
numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and her fur baby Lucian Lokie. 
She was preceded in death by her great grandparents Francis and Florine Hurst. 
Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday July 15, 2021, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Atwood. Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday July 
16, 2021, at the United Methodist Church, Atwood, with burial in 
Achilles Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Lidia Hurst Memorial, 
to be designated by the family later, and may be sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Lidia Elizabeth Hurst, 21, of Topeka, KS passed away on July 9, 2021. 
She was born October 16, 1999, in Colby, KS to Jared Hurst and Tiffany 
(Fletcher) Hurst. 
Lidia attended Rawlins County High School and received her high school 
diploma from the Thomas County Learning Center in 2018. She attended 
Paul Mitchell School of Cosmetology in Wichita, KS. She was currently 
continuing her education taking online courses from Central Christian 
College of Kansas majoring in psychology. 
Lidia loved and cherished her family and friends above all else and 
enjoyed spending time with them creating memories they will forever 
cherish. She was a stunningly beautiful and kind young lady with a 
contagious smile that loved to travel and made lifelong friends 
everywhere she went. She had an outgoing, bubbly, silly personality 
(cows go meep!) that had the ability to make the people around her 
smile. 
Lidia who also went by Wiea, Squidia, Lider and Liea, loved creating and
 using nicknames for those she loved such as Her Monsters (Maci and 
Callen, after they outgrew being called the babies), Tafferin or Baby K 
(Kathryn), Guppy (Callen), Maci Moo Moo. Samiososa (Samuel). She would 
also often refer to her parents as Merm and Paco. 
She is survived by her parents Jared and Jennifer Hurst and Tiffany 
(Fletcher) Hurst; her siblings, Matthew Hanzlick, Kathleen (Jeremiah) 
Taulborg, Samuel, Kathryn, Maci and Callen Hurst; her grandparents, 
Lynda and Sylvester Hurst, Deb Smethers, Bobby and Donna Fletcher, Don 
Johnson and Beth Johnson; great grandparents Ted and Gertie Kastens; 
numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and her fur baby Lucian Lokie. 
She was preceded in death by her great grandparents Francis and Florine Hurst. 
Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday July 15, 2021, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Atwood. Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday July 
16, 2021, at the United Methodist Church, Atwood, with burial in 
Achilles Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Lidia Hurst Memorial, 
to be designated by the family later, and may be sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Lidia Elizabeth Hurst

JUNCTION CITY —Construction of the new high school continues to press towards timely completion to support its opening for the fall semester, according to a statement from USD 475.

 High school classes are now planned to commence on August 25th. All other schools will commence classes as previously scheduled.

Chief Operations Officer David Wild states that recent developments with the loss of city inspectors are a contributing factor to this decision. The two-week start of school delay affords room on the calendar to complete the inspection process without placing undue stress on its city partner. It also affords an opportunity for construction to proceed in key areas without unnecessary acceleration.

“It’s remarkable that Hutton Construction has been able to stay this close to its construction schedule given that the District added approximately $17M in new work, including $3M in the month of June, and in the face of an ongoing pandemic.” Wild added.

Students and staff will safely start school on August 25th while construction on the auditorium, main gym, wrestling, and weight rooms will be completed shortly after Labor Day. Late additions to the project include the orchestra and multi-purpose and fitness rooms which will remain under construction into early October.

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 </figure>JUNCTION CITY —Construction of the new high school continues to press towards timely completion to support its opening for the fall semester, according to a statement from USD 475. High school classes are now planned to commence on August 25th. All other schools will commence classes as previously scheduled.Chief Operations Officer David Wild states that recent developments with the loss of city inspectors are a contributing factor to this decision. The two-week start of school delay affords room on the calendar to complete the inspection process without placing undue stress on its city partner. It also affords an opportunity for construction to proceed in key areas without unnecessary acceleration.“It’s remarkable that Hutton Construction has been able to stay this close to its construction schedule given that the District added approximately $17M in new work, including $3M in the month of June, and in the face of an ongoing pandemic.” Wild added.Students and staff will safely start school on August 25th while construction on the auditorium, main gym, wrestling, and weight rooms will be completed shortly after Labor Day. Late additions to the project include the orchestra and multi-purpose and fitness rooms which will remain under construction into early October.

Lack of inspectors a factor in start of school year at Junction City High

Saturday, October 16th, 1999-Friday, July 9th, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Saturday, October 16th, 1999-Friday, July 9th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas&nbsp; man who shot a woman and left her to die in south Sedgwick County was sentenced to life in prison.

 District Judge Tyler Roush sentenced 43-year-old Darnell Coleman,&nbsp;of Wichita to life in prison with parole eligibility after 50-years, according to Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett.

On October 30th, 2017, a motorist found the body of Tamsen Kayzer next to railroad tracks a mile north of Peck on south Meridian. The 40-year-old woman had been shot five times. 

Over two weeks later, Sedgwick County Sheriff detectives arrested Coleman at his Wichita home.

A jury found Coleman guilty of 1st degree murder in April of this year. Judge Roush also ordered Coleman to pay $3,245.75 in restitution to pay for the victim's burial. 

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 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas&nbsp; man who shot a woman and left her to die in south Sedgwick County was sentenced to life in prison. District Judge Tyler Roush sentenced 43-year-old Darnell Coleman,&nbsp;of Wichita to life in prison with parole eligibility after 50-years, according to Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett.On October 30th, 2017, a motorist found the body of Tamsen Kayzer next to railroad tracks a mile north of Peck on south Meridian. The 40-year-old woman had been shot five times. Over two weeks later, Sedgwick County Sheriff detectives arrested Coleman at his Wichita home.A jury found Coleman guilty of 1st degree murder in April of this year. Judge Roush also ordered Coleman to pay $3,245.75 in restitution to pay for the victim's burial.

Kansas man shot woman five times, left her to die

Barbara J. McBride, age 78, passed away at her home in Scott City, 
Kansas on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.&nbsp; She was born on January 6, 1943 in 
Pueblo, Colorado, the daughter of Leslie Lewis and Ava Lavone Lick 
Weeks.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas for 40 years, she was a CNA and
 Physical Therapist.

On October 14, 1961 she married Ronald McBride in Pueblo, Colorado.&nbsp; He passed away on May 13, 2011 in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors Include her One Son - Ronald McBride of Katy, Texas, One 
Daughter - Debbie Edwards of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Five Grandchildren,
 and Three Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, One Son - David McBride, and One Brother - Leslie Weeks.

Private Family memorial service will be held at a later date and time.

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 </figure>Barbara J. McBride, age 78, passed away at her home in Scott City, 
Kansas on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.&nbsp; She was born on January 6, 1943 in 
Pueblo, Colorado, the daughter of Leslie Lewis and Ava Lavone Lick 
Weeks.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas for 40 years, she was a CNA and
 Physical Therapist.On October 14, 1961 she married Ronald McBride in Pueblo, Colorado.&nbsp; He passed away on May 13, 2011 in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors Include her One Son - Ronald McBride of Katy, Texas, One 
Daughter - Debbie Edwards of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Five Grandchildren,
 and Three Great Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her Parents, One Son - David McBride, and One Brother - Leslie Weeks.Private Family memorial service will be held at a later date and time.There will be no calling times.

Barbara J. McBride

Mona Jean Hamel, 92, Hays, died Friday, July 9, 2021, at Via Christi Village.

She was born December 7, 1928, in 
Zurich, Kansas, the daughter of Phil and Nelda (Thyfault) Mongeau.&nbsp; Mona
 was a graduate of Palco High School.&nbsp; On June 1, 1948, she was united in
 marriage to Jasper Joseph “Jack” Hamel at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in 
Zurich, and they celebrated 72 years of marriage before he preceded her 
in death on October 7, 2020.&nbsp; Mona was a housewife. Her memberships 
included St. Ann’s Parish in Zurich, St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church in Hays, the USD 269 School Board, Rooks County Fair Board, and 
the Rooks County Extension Homemaker Unit. &nbsp;She enjoyed sewing, 
gardening, cooking, and crafts.

Survivors include two sons: Dan Hamel 
and wife Lori of Wichita and David Hamel and wife Anjanette of Hays, 
four daughters: Sheryl Rempe and husband Francis, Mary Rempe and husband
 Walter, and Carol Mendoza and husband Robert, all of Wichita, and Pam 
Mayers and husband Stan of Hays, a sister: Delores Meyers of Plainville,
 two sisters-in-law: Ida Mae Lesage of Hays and Antoinette Hamel of Hill
 City, 15 grandchildren: Stacey Heiman, Kevin Rempe, Craig Rempe, Kerrie
 Parker, Tim Rempe, Chris Rempe, Darcy Lescher, Jeff Maddox, Alex Hamel,
 Andrew Hamel, Jenna Meyer, Jason Mayers, Jared Mayers, Racheal Hamel, 
and Megan Hamel, three step grandchildren: Amy Welch, Racheal Banning, 
and Marcy Garcia, 17 great grandchildren, five step great grandchildren,
 and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
husband Jasper, two brothers: Levi Mongeau and Robert Mongeau, and two 
sisters: Alma Mongeau and Lorene Mongeau.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church, Hays, with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow 
at 12:00 pm in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Zurich.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00
 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at 
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be 
at 7:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to 
St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church or to St. John’s Chapel at Via 
Christi Village.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mona may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Mona Jean Hamel, 92, Hays, died Friday, July 9, 2021, at Via Christi Village.She was born December 7, 1928, in 
Zurich, Kansas, the daughter of Phil and Nelda (Thyfault) Mongeau.&nbsp; Mona
 was a graduate of Palco High School.&nbsp; On June 1, 1948, she was united in
 marriage to Jasper Joseph “Jack” Hamel at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in 
Zurich, and they celebrated 72 years of marriage before he preceded her 
in death on October 7, 2020.&nbsp; Mona was a housewife. Her memberships 
included St. Ann’s Parish in Zurich, St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church in Hays, the USD 269 School Board, Rooks County Fair Board, and 
the Rooks County Extension Homemaker Unit. &nbsp;She enjoyed sewing, 
gardening, cooking, and crafts.Survivors include two sons: Dan Hamel 
and wife Lori of Wichita and David Hamel and wife Anjanette of Hays, 
four daughters: Sheryl Rempe and husband Francis, Mary Rempe and husband
 Walter, and Carol Mendoza and husband Robert, all of Wichita, and Pam 
Mayers and husband Stan of Hays, a sister: Delores Meyers of Plainville,
 two sisters-in-law: Ida Mae Lesage of Hays and Antoinette Hamel of Hill
 City, 15 grandchildren: Stacey Heiman, Kevin Rempe, Craig Rempe, Kerrie
 Parker, Tim Rempe, Chris Rempe, Darcy Lescher, Jeff Maddox, Alex Hamel,
 Andrew Hamel, Jenna Meyer, Jason Mayers, Jared Mayers, Racheal Hamel, 
and Megan Hamel, three step grandchildren: Amy Welch, Racheal Banning, 
and Marcy Garcia, 17 great grandchildren, five step great grandchildren,
 and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
husband Jasper, two brothers: Levi Mongeau and Robert Mongeau, and two 
sisters: Alma Mongeau and Lorene Mongeau.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church, Hays, with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow 
at 12:00 pm in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Zurich.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00
 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at 
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be 
at 7:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to 
St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church or to St. John’s Chapel at Via 
Christi Village.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mona may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Mona Jean Hamel

Phillipsburg resident Burnell M. Goll passed away Wednesday, January 6th, 2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, at the age of 91.

He was born at home on June 24, 1929, in Otis, Colorado, the son of Herbert and Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Grauerholz) Goll.&nbsp; Burnell
 was baptized on May 18, 1930, at St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Blue
 Hill, Nebraska.&nbsp; On April 18, 1943, he was confirmed. 

Burnell attended a one room schoolhouse from grade 1-8.&nbsp; He 
played basketball and football during his high school days and graduated
 from Blue Hill High School on May 16, 1946, as Valedictorian. He farmed
 until enlisting in the United States Navy on December 3, 1950.&nbsp; On 
January 4, 1951, (70 Years ago) Burnell began active duty as Engineman 
Second Class on the USS Rockbridge APA 228. He was Honorably Discharged 
on November 26, 1954.&nbsp; 

He farmed and lived in Kensington after returning from the 
service.&nbsp; Burnell could fix just about anything from putting Jeeps and 
Trucks together to inventing items when he needed something.&nbsp; His Aunt 
Mary offered his services to Evelyn “Bum” Madison Dressel when her purse
 broke.&nbsp; He returned it, and for payment received a date with Bum to the
 movie.&nbsp; Burnell was united in marriage to Bum on August 18, 1955, in 
front of the parsonage in Kensington, Kansas.&nbsp; 

Burnell continued farming and drove a semi truck. He and Bum 
moved to Pueblo, Colorado, for him to attend Telegraph school for the 
Union Railroad.&nbsp; They were blessed with a son, Micheal Elwin, on March 
11, 1957.&nbsp; The family moved back to Kensington. He worked for the Rock 
Island Railroad and Kensington Lumber Yard until Burnell began 
employment on August 26, 1957, with the CRA Refinery in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; 

On May 13, 1959, their daughter, Michela Jean, was born in 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; Burnell worked in the Warehouse for Farmland Industries 
until October 15, 1982, when he was transferred to the Coffeyville 
Refinery for one year.&nbsp; He returned to Coffeyville Resources in 
Phillipsburg and Burnell “SeaDaddy” retired on June 26, 1991, after 34 
years.&nbsp; Burnell and his family were faithful members of Zion Lutheran 
Church in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; 

Burnell loved watching Mike and Mick’s games whether playing 
or coaching, tinkering in his garage, sitting on the front porch with 
his Sweetie waving at EVERYONE that passed by, telling hunting &amp; 
Navy stories, camping &amp; fishing, CO &amp; WY Hunting trips, coaching
 and umpiring girls’ softball, playing slow pitch softball . . .&nbsp; 
Burnell worked hard and loved the simple life he created for his 
family.&nbsp; He will be dearly miss by many whose lives he touched.&nbsp; He 
never knew a stranger and helped out anyone that asked.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Evelyn “Bum”
 of Phillipsburg; a son Micheal and wife Brenda of Salina, KS; a 
daughter Michela Hiesterman and husband Joel of Phillipsburg; his 
brother Lawrence and wife Kay of Blue Hill, NE; 3 grandchildren Chandler
 Brass and wife Carissa of Stockton, KS, Spencer Brass of Los Angeles, 
CA, and Connor Brass and wife Mary Claire of Kansas City, MO; a great 
granddaughter Brooklyn Elizabeth Brass of Stockton; sister-in-law Carrie
 “Nette” Philbrick of Sidney, NE; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Lizzie; sisters Myrnah Ratliff and husband Eldon and Naomi Siebrass and husband Don; sister-in-law Kathleen “Kassie”&nbsp;Bronson and husband Walter “Fat”; and brother-in-law Charles “Chuck” Philbrick

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later time.

Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The family has requested no flowers or plants please. 

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Burnell M. Goll passed away Wednesday, January 6th, 2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, at the age of 91.He was born at home on June 24, 1929, in Otis, Colorado, the son of Herbert and Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Grauerholz) Goll.&nbsp; Burnell
 was baptized on May 18, 1930, at St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Blue
 Hill, Nebraska.&nbsp; On April 18, 1943, he was confirmed. Burnell attended a one room schoolhouse from grade 1-8.&nbsp; He 
played basketball and football during his high school days and graduated
 from Blue Hill High School on May 16, 1946, as Valedictorian. He farmed
 until enlisting in the United States Navy on December 3, 1950.&nbsp; On 
January 4, 1951, (70 Years ago) Burnell began active duty as Engineman 
Second Class on the USS Rockbridge APA 228. He was Honorably Discharged 
on November 26, 1954.&nbsp; He farmed and lived in Kensington after returning from the 
service.&nbsp; Burnell could fix just about anything from putting Jeeps and 
Trucks together to inventing items when he needed something.&nbsp; His Aunt 
Mary offered his services to Evelyn “Bum” Madison Dressel when her purse
 broke.&nbsp; He returned it, and for payment received a date with Bum to the
 movie.&nbsp; Burnell was united in marriage to Bum on August 18, 1955, in 
front of the parsonage in Kensington, Kansas.&nbsp; Burnell continued farming and drove a semi truck. He and Bum 
moved to Pueblo, Colorado, for him to attend Telegraph school for the 
Union Railroad.&nbsp; They were blessed with a son, Micheal Elwin, on March 
11, 1957.&nbsp; The family moved back to Kensington. He worked for the Rock 
Island Railroad and Kensington Lumber Yard until Burnell began 
employment on August 26, 1957, with the CRA Refinery in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; On May 13, 1959, their daughter, Michela Jean, was born in 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; Burnell worked in the Warehouse for Farmland Industries 
until October 15, 1982, when he was transferred to the Coffeyville 
Refinery for one year.&nbsp; He returned to Coffeyville Resources in 
Phillipsburg and Burnell “SeaDaddy” retired on June 26, 1991, after 34 
years.&nbsp; Burnell and his family were faithful members of Zion Lutheran 
Church in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; Burnell loved watching Mike and Mick’s games whether playing 
or coaching, tinkering in his garage, sitting on the front porch with 
his Sweetie waving at EVERYONE that passed by, telling hunting &amp; 
Navy stories, camping &amp; fishing, CO &amp; WY Hunting trips, coaching
 and umpiring girls’ softball, playing slow pitch softball . . .&nbsp; 
Burnell worked hard and loved the simple life he created for his 
family.&nbsp; He will be dearly miss by many whose lives he touched.&nbsp; He 
never knew a stranger and helped out anyone that asked.Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Evelyn “Bum”
 of Phillipsburg; a son Micheal and wife Brenda of Salina, KS; a 
daughter Michela Hiesterman and husband Joel of Phillipsburg; his 
brother Lawrence and wife Kay of Blue Hill, NE; 3 grandchildren Chandler
 Brass and wife Carissa of Stockton, KS, Spencer Brass of Los Angeles, 
CA, and Connor Brass and wife Mary Claire of Kansas City, MO; a great 
granddaughter Brooklyn Elizabeth Brass of Stockton; sister-in-law Carrie
 “Nette” Philbrick of Sidney, NE; along with many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Lizzie; sisters Myrnah Ratliff and husband Eldon and Naomi Siebrass and husband Don; sister-in-law Kathleen “Kassie”&nbsp;Bronson and husband Walter “Fat”; and brother-in-law Charles “Chuck” PhilbrickCremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later time.Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The family has requested no flowers or plants please.

Burnell M. Goll

Gerald Lee “Jerry” Hoffman, 77, 
originally from Hays, Kansas, died October 2, 2020 in his sleep at his 
home in Evergreen, Colorado.

He was born August 1, 1943 at home in 
Hays, the son of John and Agnes (Carlin) Hoffman.&nbsp; He was a graduate of 
Hays High School in 1961 and a graduate of Fort Hays Kansas State 
College, earning a B.S. degree in chemistry in 1965 and an M.S. degree 
in chemistry in 1966.&nbsp; After leaving Hays, he went on to earn a Ph.D. 
degree in chemistry in 1971 from the University of Hawaii.&nbsp; On September
 4, 1971, he married Eva Jernigan in Houston, Texas.&nbsp; He is survived by 
his wife of 49 years.&nbsp; He worked as a post-doctoral fellow at the 
University of Rhode Island, as a research chemist at EPA in 
Narragansett, Rhode Island, and for the U.S. Geological Survey in the 
Denver, Colorado area.&nbsp;

While in high school he worked several 
jobs; doing maintenance work on a motel near the airport, at a bakery 
shop, and at a gas station.&nbsp; He was a frequent visitor to the old Hays 
Public Library and ran track.&nbsp; While in college, he worked at the KSU 
Experiment Station and was well known for dropping in on his sisters at 
supper time.&nbsp; They figured out easily.&nbsp; He wasn’t exactly subtle.&nbsp; 
Although he worked hard, he also played hard.&nbsp; His first love was an old
 car, which he souped up.&nbsp; He and his brother Larry built themselves a 
boat in the Hays High shop.&nbsp; Then they and a cousin, Gary Feltis, took 
the boat out to cruise on Big Creek.&nbsp; Jerry was also a founding father 
of the high school fraternity known as the ‘Old Codgers’.&nbsp; Their secret 
greeting, not much of a secret, was a pounding on the chest with a 
cough.&nbsp; It was their sarcastic answer to the ‘Young Turks’, a clique of 
jocks.&nbsp; By the time they graduated, the ‘Old Codgers’ had risen to 
prominence, the hippest of the hip.&nbsp;

Jerry was determined to continue his 
education, but the local draft board had a completely different plan in 
mind.&nbsp; They classified Jerry 1A even though he had several graduate 
school offers.&nbsp; Jerry appealed the decision to the state board and they 
ruled in Jerry’s favor, overruling the local board.&nbsp; This did not go 
over well.&nbsp; For years afterwards, the local draft board would send Jerry
 an annual letter.&nbsp; First, they accused Jerry of fleeing the United 
States by going to the University of Hawaii.&nbsp; By this time, Hawaii had 
been a state for several years.&nbsp; Then, they wanted him to tell them what
 made his education special.&nbsp; It seemed that every year, professors at 
the university would write letters on his behalf.&nbsp; Although he had 
obvious intellectual capacity and was serious about science, he was 
well-rounded, well-read, and could get along with most everyone.&nbsp; He 
looked at life with a sense of humor.

There will be no funeral service.&nbsp; 
Instead, Jerry’s family and friends are hosting a picnic with fried 
chicken and the fixings from 12:00 noon until 3:00 pm on Saturday, July 
17, 2021 at East Frontier Park in Hays.&nbsp; Just bring your favorite Jerry 
stories.&nbsp; Jerry will be there in spirit because he lives in our hearts 
and memories.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jerry may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Gerald Lee “Jerry” Hoffman, 77, 
originally from Hays, Kansas, died October 2, 2020 in his sleep at his 
home in Evergreen, Colorado.He was born August 1, 1943 at home in 
Hays, the son of John and Agnes (Carlin) Hoffman.&nbsp; He was a graduate of 
Hays High School in 1961 and a graduate of Fort Hays Kansas State 
College, earning a B.S. degree in chemistry in 1965 and an M.S. degree 
in chemistry in 1966.&nbsp; After leaving Hays, he went on to earn a Ph.D. 
degree in chemistry in 1971 from the University of Hawaii.&nbsp; On September
 4, 1971, he married Eva Jernigan in Houston, Texas.&nbsp; He is survived by 
his wife of 49 years.&nbsp; He worked as a post-doctoral fellow at the 
University of Rhode Island, as a research chemist at EPA in 
Narragansett, Rhode Island, and for the U.S. Geological Survey in the 
Denver, Colorado area.&nbsp;While in high school he worked several 
jobs; doing maintenance work on a motel near the airport, at a bakery 
shop, and at a gas station.&nbsp; He was a frequent visitor to the old Hays 
Public Library and ran track.&nbsp; While in college, he worked at the KSU 
Experiment Station and was well known for dropping in on his sisters at 
supper time.&nbsp; They figured out easily.&nbsp; He wasn’t exactly subtle.&nbsp; 
Although he worked hard, he also played hard.&nbsp; His first love was an old
 car, which he souped up.&nbsp; He and his brother Larry built themselves a 
boat in the Hays High shop.&nbsp; Then they and a cousin, Gary Feltis, took 
the boat out to cruise on Big Creek.&nbsp; Jerry was also a founding father 
of the high school fraternity known as the ‘Old Codgers’.&nbsp; Their secret 
greeting, not much of a secret, was a pounding on the chest with a 
cough.&nbsp; It was their sarcastic answer to the ‘Young Turks’, a clique of 
jocks.&nbsp; By the time they graduated, the ‘Old Codgers’ had risen to 
prominence, the hippest of the hip.&nbsp;Jerry was determined to continue his 
education, but the local draft board had a completely different plan in 
mind.&nbsp; They classified Jerry 1A even though he had several graduate 
school offers.&nbsp; Jerry appealed the decision to the state board and they 
ruled in Jerry’s favor, overruling the local board.&nbsp; This did not go 
over well.&nbsp; For years afterwards, the local draft board would send Jerry
 an annual letter.&nbsp; First, they accused Jerry of fleeing the United 
States by going to the University of Hawaii.&nbsp; By this time, Hawaii had 
been a state for several years.&nbsp; Then, they wanted him to tell them what
 made his education special.&nbsp; It seemed that every year, professors at 
the university would write letters on his behalf.&nbsp; Although he had 
obvious intellectual capacity and was serious about science, he was 
well-rounded, well-read, and could get along with most everyone.&nbsp; He 
looked at life with a sense of humor.There will be no funeral service.&nbsp; 
Instead, Jerry’s family and friends are hosting a picnic with fried 
chicken and the fixings from 12:00 noon until 3:00 pm on Saturday, July 
17, 2021 at East Frontier Park in Hays.&nbsp; Just bring your favorite Jerry 
stories.&nbsp; Jerry will be there in spirit because he lives in our hearts 
and memories.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jerry may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;&nbsp;

Gerald Lee 'Jerry' Hoffman

John Ronald&nbsp;Squire, age 87, died on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at the St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on July 3, 2021,&nbsp; in Syracuse, Kansas, the son of William A and Rosa Fulton Squire.

He was a member of the Bible Christian Church in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; Ron worked for the Kansas Department of Water Resources.

After graduation of high school Ron worked on the family farm before serving his country in the United States Army.

He was united in marriage to Lola Brownlee on June 9, 1957, at the 
Burdett Methodist Church in Burdett, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death 
on October 19, 2019.

Sister Nell (Junior) Lewis of Vernel, Utah

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two sisters and one brother.

Graveside services will be held at 11 am MST at the Syracuse Cemetery in Syracuse, Kansas.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 9, 2021, from 10-8 CST at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Garden City, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to the Bible Christian Church or Garden 
Valley Retirement Village in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 
N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.

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 </figure>John Ronald&nbsp;Squire, age 87, died on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at the St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on July 3, 2021,&nbsp; in Syracuse, Kansas, the son of William A and Rosa Fulton Squire.He was a member of the Bible Christian Church in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; Ron worked for the Kansas Department of Water Resources.After graduation of high school Ron worked on the family farm before serving his country in the United States Army.He was united in marriage to Lola Brownlee on June 9, 1957, at the 
Burdett Methodist Church in Burdett, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death 
on October 19, 2019.Survivors include:Sister Nell (Junior) Lewis of Vernel, UtahMany Nieces and Nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two sisters and one brother.Graveside services will be held at 11 am MST at the Syracuse Cemetery in Syracuse, Kansas.Visitation will be held on Friday, July 9, 2021, from 10-8 CST at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Garden City, Kansas.Memorials are suggested to the Bible Christian Church or Garden 
Valley Retirement Village in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 
N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.

John Ronald Squire

Rosita Mae (Herman) Augustine, age 79, 
passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021, in Greeley, CO. She was born October 
6, 1941, in Hays, KS to August and Mary (Kisner) Herman Sr. She attended 
Ellis High School and married the love of her life Robert Augustine on 
June 7, 1958, in Ellis at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Rosita was a homemaker who loved 
cooking and baking. She enjoyed playing cards especially pinochle and 
spending time with her family. Rosita was a member of St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church.

Those left to cherish her memory are 
her five children: Stacy Befort (Steve), Ellis, KS; Robert 
(Bob) Augustine Jr. (Dorreen), Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England; Donna 
Behring (Craig); Flower Mound, TX; Lonny Augustine (Tina), Eaton, CO; 
and Kevin Augustine (Kathy), Billings MT; two brothers, George Herman of
 Abilene and Kenneth Herman(Ruth)of Topeka; 15 grandchildren and 11 
great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband
 of 44 years, her parents; a granddaughter; Chanel Augustine, 
great-grandson; Kash Dreiling; four brothers, Marvin, Paul, Ralph, and 
Augie Herman Jr. and three sisters, Mary Ryder, Matilda Markos and Ann 
Whitney.

Memorial Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m.
 on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at St. Mary's Catholic Church 703 Monroe 
Street in Ellis, Kansas. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in
 a private family burial at St. Mary's Cemetery in Ellis.

Memorial to be decided at a later date with memorial or cards mailed to:&nbsp;Keithley Funeral Homes P.O. Box 86&nbsp;Hays, KS 67601

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

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 </figure>Rosita Mae (Herman) Augustine, age 79, 
passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021, in Greeley, CO. She was born October 
6, 1941, in Hays, KS to August and Mary (Kisner) Herman Sr. She attended 
Ellis High School and married the love of her life Robert Augustine on 
June 7, 1958, in Ellis at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.Rosita was a homemaker who loved 
cooking and baking. She enjoyed playing cards especially pinochle and 
spending time with her family. Rosita was a member of St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church.Those left to cherish her memory are 
her five children: Stacy Befort (Steve), Ellis, KS; Robert 
(Bob) Augustine Jr. (Dorreen), Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England; Donna 
Behring (Craig); Flower Mound, TX; Lonny Augustine (Tina), Eaton, CO; 
and Kevin Augustine (Kathy), Billings MT; two brothers, George Herman of
 Abilene and Kenneth Herman(Ruth)of Topeka; 15 grandchildren and 11 
great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her husband
 of 44 years, her parents; a granddaughter; Chanel Augustine, 
great-grandson; Kash Dreiling; four brothers, Marvin, Paul, Ralph, and 
Augie Herman Jr. and three sisters, Mary Ryder, Matilda Markos and Ann 
Whitney.Memorial Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m.
 on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at St. Mary's Catholic Church 703 Monroe 
Street in Ellis, Kansas. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in
 a private family burial at St. Mary's Cemetery in Ellis.Memorial to be decided at a later date with memorial or cards mailed to:&nbsp;Keithley Funeral Homes P.O. Box 86&nbsp;Hays, KS 67601Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Rosita Mae Augustine

Donna Sue Richard, 63, passed away on July 4, 2021, at her home in 
Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on October 6, 1957, in Pratt, Kansas 
the daughter of Kenneth and Patty (Black) Coley.

Donna worked in the cafeteria for USD 303.&nbsp; She loved serving the 
students.&nbsp; She also enjoyed talking with people and service food&nbsp; at the
 concession stand at the WaKeeney Mini-Speedway.&nbsp; On December 19th, 
1976, she married Gary Richard in Alba, Oklahoma.

Donnia is survived by her husband, Gary; sons, Terry Brady of 
Phoenix, Arizona and Christopher Richard of Springhill, Kansas; 
daughter, Christina Bostick of Oberlin, Kansas; three siblings,&nbsp; 
Charlie, Robin Ann, and Kathy; eight grandchildren, including: 
Leviathan, Candiss, Cimarron, Karissa, Becky, Katy, and Patty Jo; and 
two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and 
one sister, Sandy Countryman .

Funeral service will be on Saturday, July 10, 2021, 10:00 a.m. at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City.&nbsp; Burial in the Ness City Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on Friday, July 9 from 9:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with visitation from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m..

Memorial contributions may be given to the USD 303.

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 </figure>Donna Sue Richard, 63, passed away on July 4, 2021, at her home in 
Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on October 6, 1957, in Pratt, Kansas 
the daughter of Kenneth and Patty (Black) Coley.Donna worked in the cafeteria for USD 303.&nbsp; She loved serving the 
students.&nbsp; She also enjoyed talking with people and service food&nbsp; at the
 concession stand at the WaKeeney Mini-Speedway.&nbsp; On December 19th, 
1976, she married Gary Richard in Alba, Oklahoma.Donnia is survived by her husband, Gary; sons, Terry Brady of 
Phoenix, Arizona and Christopher Richard of Springhill, Kansas; 
daughter, Christina Bostick of Oberlin, Kansas; three siblings,&nbsp; 
Charlie, Robin Ann, and Kathy; eight grandchildren, including: 
Leviathan, Candiss, Cimarron, Karissa, Becky, Katy, and Patty Jo; and 
two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and 
one sister, Sandy Countryman .Funeral service will be on Saturday, July 10, 2021, 10:00 a.m. at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City.&nbsp; Burial in the Ness City Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on Friday, July 9 from 9:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with visitation from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m..Memorial contributions may be given to the USD 303.