TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas ordered less than 1% of its vaccine allocation from the federal government for this week, the state health department reported Friday.

The disclosure came as the department’s data showed that Kansas still had nearly 593,000 unused doses as of Friday, about 21% of the 2.8 million shipped to the state.

Demand for inoculations has dropped, prompting the state and county health departments to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ks-state-wire-kansas-coronavirus-pandemic-health-government-and-politics-a9d76246ddba18a0d776b90717efc707">increase mobile clinics and bring vaccines</a>&nbsp;to churches and work sites.

The state, Wyandotte County and the University of Kansas Health System partnered with Kansas Speedway to promote vaccinations Thursday and Friday at the Kansas City, Kansas, NASCAR track. The speedway offered people who got vaccinated two laps around its track and entered them in a raffle for prizes that included tickets to the NASCAR Cup Series race there in October.

The state health department said it ordered only 1,020 or 0.7% of its federal allocation of 147,660 vaccine doses for this week.

Its data showed that an average of 4,348 vaccine shots a day were administered during the seven days ending Friday, its lowest seven-day average since Jan. 21.

<a href="https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/158/Data" target="_blank">The department said</a>&nbsp;42.5% of the state’s 2.9 million residents had received at least one vaccine shot as of Friday.

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas ordered less than 1% of its vaccine allocation from the federal government for this week, the state health department reported Friday.The disclosure came as the department’s data showed that Kansas still had nearly 593,000 unused doses as of Friday, about 21% of the 2.8 million shipped to the state.Demand for inoculations has dropped, prompting the state and county health departments to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ks-state-wire-kansas-coronavirus-pandemic-health-government-and-politics-a9d76246ddba18a0d776b90717efc707">increase mobile clinics and bring vaccines</a>&nbsp;to churches and work sites.The state, Wyandotte County and the University of Kansas Health System partnered with Kansas Speedway to promote vaccinations Thursday and Friday at the Kansas City, Kansas, NASCAR track. The speedway offered people who got vaccinated two laps around its track and entered them in a raffle for prizes that included tickets to the NASCAR Cup Series race there in October.The state health department said it ordered only 1,020 or 0.7% of its federal allocation of 147,660 vaccine doses for this week.Its data showed that an average of 4,348 vaccine shots a day were administered during the seven days ending Friday, its lowest seven-day average since Jan. 21.<a href="https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/158/Data" target="_blank">The department said</a>&nbsp;42.5% of the state’s 2.9 million residents had received at least one vaccine shot as of Friday.

Kansas orders less than 1% of its COVID vaccine allocation

Helen Marie Koel passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at the Redbud 
Village in Plainville at the age of 99. She was born in Norton County, 
Kansas to Edward and Lizzie (Bartel) Paugh on May 2, 1922. She was 
united in marriage to her first husband Edwin Kent on October 17, 1942. 
They were blessed with a son, Alvin Kent. Edwin passed away on July 3, 
1945 and Helen was remarried on October 15, 1946 to Francis Koel in New 
Almelo, Kansas. Francis and Helen were blessed with five children: 
James, Joyce, David, Venetia, and Karla.
 Helen was a member of the graduating class of 1942 at Lenora High 
School and a lifelong resident of Graham County. After high school, she 
then worked hard to provide for her family by pursuing her career as a 
nurse at the local hospital, working her way from the kitchen to getting
 promoted to higher positions. Helen then decided to go to school in 
Beloit for their nursing program. At the age of 60, she went back to 
college and continued her education in nursing. She was a licensed LPN 
and truly loved working at the hospital.
 Helen was a woman with many amazing qualities and hobbies. She loved
 to play many games, with bingo being her favorite. She would play bingo
 anytime and anyplace with anyone. She also liked to play her luck at 
gambling and would take a bus to go gambling often. 
 Helen was a very inviting woman, welcoming everyone to her house. 
She even had an “open door policy” to attest to this. All were equal in 
her eyes. She also loved to make handmade gifts. You could be sure to 
receive one before leaving her house and you would always know what you 
were receiving before she ever gave it to you! One of her most favorite 
gifts was a specially made quilt by her, which she gave to her children 
made from handkerchiefs from her mother that was shaped like 
butterflies.
 Truly one of the most generous people you could ever meet, Helen was
 a loving and caring woman who seemed to always have a smile on her 
face. Helen will be greatly missed by the countless lives she touched 
and by all who knew and loved her, but her life and memory will continue
 to have an impact for eternity. 
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Lizzie Paugh; 
first husband, Edwin Kent; second husband, Francis Koel; daughter, 
Venetia Holmes; and a grandson, Kenny Kaylor; daughter-in-laws, Linda 
Kent and Becky Koel.
 Left to cherish Helen’s memories are her children, Alvin (Karen) 
Kent of Jefferson City, MO, James (Melissa) Koel of Dewey, AZ, Joyce 
(Mark) Griffin of Wichita, KS, David (Trisha) Koel of Plainville, KS, 
and Karla (Calvin) Morgan of Hill City, KS; twenty grandchildren, 
fifteen great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at
 the Immaculate Heart of Mary in Hill City, starting at 1:30 PM. 
Visitation will also be held on Saturday at the church from 12 PM until 
service time.
 Memorials are suggested to the Redbud Village and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 
67663.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Helen Marie Koel passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at the Redbud 
Village in Plainville at the age of 99. She was born in Norton County, 
Kansas to Edward and Lizzie (Bartel) Paugh on May 2, 1922. She was 
united in marriage to her first husband Edwin Kent on October 17, 1942. 
They were blessed with a son, Alvin Kent. Edwin passed away on July 3, 
1945 and Helen was remarried on October 15, 1946 to Francis Koel in New 
Almelo, Kansas. Francis and Helen were blessed with five children: 
James, Joyce, David, Venetia, and Karla.
 Helen was a member of the graduating class of 1942 at Lenora High 
School and a lifelong resident of Graham County. After high school, she 
then worked hard to provide for her family by pursuing her career as a 
nurse at the local hospital, working her way from the kitchen to getting
 promoted to higher positions. Helen then decided to go to school in 
Beloit for their nursing program. At the age of 60, she went back to 
college and continued her education in nursing. She was a licensed LPN 
and truly loved working at the hospital.
 Helen was a woman with many amazing qualities and hobbies. She loved
 to play many games, with bingo being her favorite. She would play bingo
 anytime and anyplace with anyone. She also liked to play her luck at 
gambling and would take a bus to go gambling often. 
 Helen was a very inviting woman, welcoming everyone to her house. 
She even had an “open door policy” to attest to this. All were equal in 
her eyes. She also loved to make handmade gifts. You could be sure to 
receive one before leaving her house and you would always know what you 
were receiving before she ever gave it to you! One of her most favorite 
gifts was a specially made quilt by her, which she gave to her children 
made from handkerchiefs from her mother that was shaped like 
butterflies.
 Truly one of the most generous people you could ever meet, Helen was
 a loving and caring woman who seemed to always have a smile on her 
face. Helen will be greatly missed by the countless lives she touched 
and by all who knew and loved her, but her life and memory will continue
 to have an impact for eternity. 
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Lizzie Paugh; 
first husband, Edwin Kent; second husband, Francis Koel; daughter, 
Venetia Holmes; and a grandson, Kenny Kaylor; daughter-in-laws, Linda 
Kent and Becky Koel.
 Left to cherish Helen’s memories are her children, Alvin (Karen) 
Kent of Jefferson City, MO, James (Melissa) Koel of Dewey, AZ, Joyce 
(Mark) Griffin of Wichita, KS, David (Trisha) Koel of Plainville, KS, 
and Karla (Calvin) Morgan of Hill City, KS; twenty grandchildren, 
fifteen great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at
 the Immaculate Heart of Mary in Hill City, starting at 1:30 PM. 
Visitation will also be held on Saturday at the church from 12 PM until 
service time.
 Memorials are suggested to the Redbud Village and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 
67663.

Helen Marie Koel

David Drew Ford, 65, passed away June 3, 2021, at Kinwood View Health
 &amp; Rehab, Salina. He was born October 13, 1955, at Clovis, New 
Mexico, to Burl &amp; Dorothy (Camp) Ford.

A Great Bend resident for most of his life, David was a handiman for 
Venture Corporation. He enjoyed painting and BBQ's. He loved his cats 
but especially loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Survivors include, his mother, Dorothy Morgan of Great Bend; a 
daughter, Chelsea Shanks and husband Frank of Great Bend; two brothers, 
Curtis Ford of Great Bend, and Kevin Ford of Ruidoso, New Mexico; a 
sister, Denise King and significant other Steve Fricks of Great Bend; a 
brother in law, Eddie King of Great Bend; three grandchildren, Fabio 
Chavez, Zain Shanks, and Kash Shanks; a nephew, Wayne King; and several 
other nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded 
in death by his father, Burl Ford; and a brother, John Ford.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and a 
Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorials have
 been designated to the David Ford Funeral Expense Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

David Drew Ford, 65, passed away June 3, 2021, at Kinwood View Health
 &amp; Rehab, Salina. He was born October 13, 1955, at Clovis, New 
Mexico, to Burl &amp; Dorothy (Camp) Ford.A Great Bend resident for most of his life, David was a handiman for 
Venture Corporation. He enjoyed painting and BBQ's. He loved his cats 
but especially loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.Survivors include, his mother, Dorothy Morgan of Great Bend; a 
daughter, Chelsea Shanks and husband Frank of Great Bend; two brothers, 
Curtis Ford of Great Bend, and Kevin Ford of Ruidoso, New Mexico; a 
sister, Denise King and significant other Steve Fricks of Great Bend; a 
brother in law, Eddie King of Great Bend; three grandchildren, Fabio 
Chavez, Zain Shanks, and Kash Shanks; a nephew, Wayne King; and several 
other nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded 
in death by his father, Burl Ford; and a brother, John Ford.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place and a 
Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorials have
 been designated to the David Ford Funeral Expense Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

David Drew Ford

Harold Francis Newell, age 76, of Beloit, passed away peacefully in 
his home, surrounded by loved ones on May 31, 2021. He was born on April
 29, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, son of Lawrence (Joe) and Rita Newell, who 
preceded him in death. He was a dearly loved husband, father, grandpa, 
papa, great-grandpa, and brother.&nbsp; On October 26, 1965, Harold married 
Joyce Ann Compton. Home for Harold was Damar, Kansas, where he and 
Joyce, his lovely wife of 55 and a ½ years, raised their family and 
attended church.

There are no coincidences in God’s kingdom. Harold was a man of faith
 and generosity. He was also a man with a dashing sense of humor. It is 
fitting that he passed away on Memorial Day. He proudly served in the US
 Army during the Vietnam War, receiving a Bronze Star. On May 31, 2015 
he was selected to take an Honor Flight. He was awarded a Quilt of Valor
 on November 3, 2017. He worked for Abercombie Drilling Company until 
the oil crash in 1985. He then became a truck driver for the next 25 
years, retiring only last December. Describing Harold as a hard worker 
is an enormous understatement. Just a few years ago, he was harvesting 
fields in other states. He was known as the man in his seventies who 
could keep up with the kids in their twenties. There was never a dull 
moment with Harold. He lived his life to the fullest. In his younger 
years he enjoyed both motorcycle and horseback riding, playing pool and 
cards as well as hunting and camping. In his later years he loved 
spending time with his family and friends. He had a way of making 
everyone feel welcome. No one left the Newell table hungry. Joyce did 
the cooking and he did the laughing. He was passionate about guns, loved
 showing them to his loved ones and telling them stories. He enjoyed 
making ice cream and spoiling his grandchildren. He was loving, funny, 
and most of all ornery. He loved on his great-grandchildren, squeezing 
their little toes, roaring with laughter. He also enjoyed spending time 
with his siblings. Family was always the most important part of his 
life. He will be infinitely missed. 

Harold is preceded in death by his 
beloved grandson, Brandon Doerfler; angel grandchildren, John, 
Christopher, Carsen, and Jessie Heidrick; angel great-grandchildren 
Tripp Fox &amp; Baby Sharp; brothers, Leland and Michael Newell; 
sisters, Albertine Garcia, and Louise Schmidt. 

Left to cherish his 
memory are his wife, Joyce Ann Compton Newell; children, Shawna (Arlan) 
VanEngen, Billy (Tammi) Newell, Teresa (Scott) Heidrick; grandchildren, 
Jordan (John) Fox, Brooke Newell, Brady (Shelby) Doerfler, Logan 
(Brooklyn) Newell, Brant (Theresa) Doerfler, Bryant Doerfler, Ragen 
(Justin) Sharp, Blake Newell, Andersen Heidrick; twenty 
great-grandchildren; brother, Dale Newell; sisters, Kathyleen Brown, 
Lois Sumner, Carmen Sims, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorials may 
be given to the Perdue Hospitality House or the Damar City Park.

Memorial services&nbsp; will be at 10:30 AM Saturday, June 5 at St. Joseph
 Catholic Church in Damar.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at the church Friday
 from 6PM-9PM.&nbsp; Rosary will take place at 7PM. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Harold Francis Newell, age 76, of Beloit, passed away peacefully in 
his home, surrounded by loved ones on May 31, 2021. He was born on April
 29, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, son of Lawrence (Joe) and Rita Newell, who 
preceded him in death. He was a dearly loved husband, father, grandpa, 
papa, great-grandpa, and brother.&nbsp; On October 26, 1965, Harold married 
Joyce Ann Compton. Home for Harold was Damar, Kansas, where he and 
Joyce, his lovely wife of 55 and a ½ years, raised their family and 
attended church.There are no coincidences in God’s kingdom. Harold was a man of faith
 and generosity. He was also a man with a dashing sense of humor. It is 
fitting that he passed away on Memorial Day. He proudly served in the US
 Army during the Vietnam War, receiving a Bronze Star. On May 31, 2015 
he was selected to take an Honor Flight. He was awarded a Quilt of Valor
 on November 3, 2017. He worked for Abercombie Drilling Company until 
the oil crash in 1985. He then became a truck driver for the next 25 
years, retiring only last December. Describing Harold as a hard worker 
is an enormous understatement. Just a few years ago, he was harvesting 
fields in other states. He was known as the man in his seventies who 
could keep up with the kids in their twenties. There was never a dull 
moment with Harold. He lived his life to the fullest. In his younger 
years he enjoyed both motorcycle and horseback riding, playing pool and 
cards as well as hunting and camping. In his later years he loved 
spending time with his family and friends. He had a way of making 
everyone feel welcome. No one left the Newell table hungry. Joyce did 
the cooking and he did the laughing. He was passionate about guns, loved
 showing them to his loved ones and telling them stories. He enjoyed 
making ice cream and spoiling his grandchildren. He was loving, funny, 
and most of all ornery. He loved on his great-grandchildren, squeezing 
their little toes, roaring with laughter. He also enjoyed spending time 
with his siblings. Family was always the most important part of his 
life. He will be infinitely missed. Harold is preceded in death by his 
beloved grandson, Brandon Doerfler; angel grandchildren, John, 
Christopher, Carsen, and Jessie Heidrick; angel great-grandchildren 
Tripp Fox &amp; Baby Sharp; brothers, Leland and Michael Newell; 
sisters, Albertine Garcia, and Louise Schmidt. Left to cherish his 
memory are his wife, Joyce Ann Compton Newell; children, Shawna (Arlan) 
VanEngen, Billy (Tammi) Newell, Teresa (Scott) Heidrick; grandchildren, 
Jordan (John) Fox, Brooke Newell, Brady (Shelby) Doerfler, Logan 
(Brooklyn) Newell, Brant (Theresa) Doerfler, Bryant Doerfler, Ragen 
(Justin) Sharp, Blake Newell, Andersen Heidrick; twenty 
great-grandchildren; brother, Dale Newell; sisters, Kathyleen Brown, 
Lois Sumner, Carmen Sims, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorials may 
be given to the Perdue Hospitality House or the Damar City Park.Memorial services&nbsp; will be at 10:30 AM Saturday, June 5 at St. Joseph
 Catholic Church in Damar.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at the church Friday
 from 6PM-9PM.&nbsp; Rosary will take place at 7PM. &nbsp;

Harold Francis Newell

Darlene 
Joyce Meredith, 78, Delphos, was born July 30, 1942 in Lincoln, KS to 
Jay and Mabel (Richardson) Smith. She passed away Monday, May 24, 2021.&nbsp;

Darlene 
attended Minneapolis High School and was active in 4-H while in school.&nbsp;
 She married Thomas Meredith on October 10, 1959 in Minneapolis, KS.&nbsp; 
Tom and Darlene were inseparable.&nbsp; They truly loved life and spending 
time together. They had four children of their own and through Darlene’s
 selfless love and care for generations of children in the Delphos area,
 she helped to raise many others.&nbsp; She not only provided childcare for 
over 50 years, she showered the children with her love and affection, 
often attending countless events in the community.&nbsp; Darlene was also a 
Boy Scout leader and involved in the St. Jude Bike-A-Thon, raising money
 for hospitalized children.

Survivors
 include her husband, Tom; son, Ron and his wife Jacque Meredith of 
Hulbert, Oklahoma; daughters, Pam and her husband Keith Cole of 
Minneapolis, Kansas and Lori and her husband Larry Geist of Natoma, 
Kansas; grandchildren, Brian Cole, Sabetha, KS, Matt (Janet) Meredith, 
Tahlequah, OK, Luke (Laura) Geist, Soldier, KS, Mitch (Kara) Meredith, 
Hulbert, OK, and Lyndsey (Logan) Brown, Maize, KS; great-grandchildren, 
Jarrett, Maverick, Navy and Lemi Meredith, Lakely and Tennessee 
Meredith, Garrett, Kylen, and Haddlea Kilpatrick, Kaedin, Kael, and 
Kynleigh Lamas, and Henry Brown; brothers, Jay Smith, Robert Smith, and 
Walter (Sheree) Smith; sisters, LaVaughn McClintock and Jaylin Kirby; 
special friend Madelon Hardy.

Darlene 
was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Julie Ann Meredith; 
brothers, John Smith, and Edgar Smith; sisters, Mable Smith, Mary (Sam) 
Thomas, Frances Theissen, and Margret Adams; brother-in-law, Larry 
McClintock and sister-in-law, Jo Smith; and great-grandson, Oliver 
Thomas Brown.

Visitation
 will be from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Sunday, June 6 at Wilson Family 
Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where family will receive friends from 4:00 
to 6:00.&nbsp; Funeral services for Tom and Darlene will be at 11:00 A.M., 
Monday, June 7 at the Delphos Auditorium with burial in the Delphos 
Cemetery, Delphos, KS.&nbsp; 

Memorials can be made to the Delphos Community 
Fund (please make checks out to GSCF and put Delphos Community Fund in 
the memo) or the Delphos Senior Center and left in care of Wilson Family
 Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Darlene 
Joyce Meredith, 78, Delphos, was born July 30, 1942 in Lincoln, KS to 
Jay and Mabel (Richardson) Smith. She passed away Monday, May 24, 2021.&nbsp;Darlene 
attended Minneapolis High School and was active in 4-H while in school.&nbsp;
 She married Thomas Meredith on October 10, 1959 in Minneapolis, KS.&nbsp; 
Tom and Darlene were inseparable.&nbsp; They truly loved life and spending 
time together. They had four children of their own and through Darlene’s
 selfless love and care for generations of children in the Delphos area,
 she helped to raise many others.&nbsp; She not only provided childcare for 
over 50 years, she showered the children with her love and affection, 
often attending countless events in the community.&nbsp; Darlene was also a 
Boy Scout leader and involved in the St. Jude Bike-A-Thon, raising money
 for hospitalized children.Survivors
 include her husband, Tom; son, Ron and his wife Jacque Meredith of 
Hulbert, Oklahoma; daughters, Pam and her husband Keith Cole of 
Minneapolis, Kansas and Lori and her husband Larry Geist of Natoma, 
Kansas; grandchildren, Brian Cole, Sabetha, KS, Matt (Janet) Meredith, 
Tahlequah, OK, Luke (Laura) Geist, Soldier, KS, Mitch (Kara) Meredith, 
Hulbert, OK, and Lyndsey (Logan) Brown, Maize, KS; great-grandchildren, 
Jarrett, Maverick, Navy and Lemi Meredith, Lakely and Tennessee 
Meredith, Garrett, Kylen, and Haddlea Kilpatrick, Kaedin, Kael, and 
Kynleigh Lamas, and Henry Brown; brothers, Jay Smith, Robert Smith, and 
Walter (Sheree) Smith; sisters, LaVaughn McClintock and Jaylin Kirby; 
special friend Madelon Hardy.Darlene 
was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Julie Ann Meredith; 
brothers, John Smith, and Edgar Smith; sisters, Mable Smith, Mary (Sam) 
Thomas, Frances Theissen, and Margret Adams; brother-in-law, Larry 
McClintock and sister-in-law, Jo Smith; and great-grandson, Oliver 
Thomas Brown.Visitation
 will be from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Sunday, June 6 at Wilson Family 
Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where family will receive friends from 4:00 
to 6:00.&nbsp; Funeral services for Tom and Darlene will be at 11:00 A.M., 
Monday, June 7 at the Delphos Auditorium with burial in the Delphos 
Cemetery, Delphos, KS.&nbsp; Memorials can be made to the Delphos Community 
Fund (please make checks out to GSCF and put Delphos Community Fund in 
the memo) or the Delphos Senior Center and left in care of Wilson Family
 Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Darlene J. Meredith

Thomas 
Udeen Meredith, 86, Delphos, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at his 
home.&nbsp; He was born May 29, 1935, in Delphos to Ronald Thomas and Doris 
Lillian (Pounds) Meredith.

Tom 
attended school in Delphos and he was a 1954 graduate of Delphos High 
School. He married Darlene Smith on October 10, 1959, in Minneapolis, 
KS.&nbsp; Tom and Darlene were inseparable. They truly loved life and 
spending time together. He served as city superintendent in Delphos for 
over 40 plus years before retiring.&nbsp; Tom also served on the Delphos Fire
 Department for 52 years.&nbsp;

He 
coached softball for over 40 years and he was an avid coyote and coon 
hunter, and he dearly loved his greyhounds.&nbsp; He had a true love for all 
of his family.

Survivors
 include his son, Ron and his wife Jacque Meredith of Hulbert, Oklahoma;
 daughters, Pam and her husband Keith Cole of Minneapolis, Kansas and 
Lori and her husband Larry Geist of Natoma, Kansas; grandchildren, Brian
 Cole, Sabetha, KS, Matt (Janet) Meredith, Tahlequah, OK, Luke (Laura) 
Geist, Soldier, KS, Mitch (Kara) Meredith, Hulbert, OK, and Lyndsey 
(Logan) Brown, Maize, KS; great-grandchildren, Jarrett, Maverick, Navy 
and Lemi Meredith, Lakely and Tennessee Meredith, Garrett, Kylen, and 
Haddlea Kilpatrick, Kaedin, Kael, and Kynleigh Lamas, and Henry Brown; 
brother, Louis (Amy) Meredith; sister, Ronelda (Bob) Darrow; and 
brother-in-law, Rollis Sechrist.

He was 
preceded in death by his parents; wife, Darlene on May 24, 2021; 
daughter, Julie Ann Meredith; sisters, Marilyn Sechrist and Rowena 
(A.C.) Williams; sister-in-law, Marjorie Meredith; and great-grandson, 
Oliver Thomas Brown.

Visitation
 will be from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Sunday, June 6 at Wilson Family 
Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where family will receive friends from 4:00 
to 6:00. &nbsp;There will be softballs available to sign if you were one of 
Tom’s “softball kids."&nbsp; They will be available at the visitation and the
 funeral. Funeral services for Tom and Darlene will be at 11:00 A.M., 
Monday, June 7 at the Delphos Auditorium with burial in the Delphos 
Cemetery, Delphos, KS.&nbsp; Memorials can be made to the Delphos Community 
Fund (please make checks out to GSCF and put Delphos Community Fund in 
the memo) or the Delphos Senior Center and left in care of Wilson Family
 Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Thomas 
Udeen Meredith, 86, Delphos, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at his 
home.&nbsp; He was born May 29, 1935, in Delphos to Ronald Thomas and Doris 
Lillian (Pounds) Meredith.Tom 
attended school in Delphos and he was a 1954 graduate of Delphos High 
School. He married Darlene Smith on October 10, 1959, in Minneapolis, 
KS.&nbsp; Tom and Darlene were inseparable. They truly loved life and 
spending time together. He served as city superintendent in Delphos for 
over 40 plus years before retiring.&nbsp; Tom also served on the Delphos Fire
 Department for 52 years.&nbsp;He 
coached softball for over 40 years and he was an avid coyote and coon 
hunter, and he dearly loved his greyhounds.&nbsp; He had a true love for all 
of his family.Survivors
 include his son, Ron and his wife Jacque Meredith of Hulbert, Oklahoma;
 daughters, Pam and her husband Keith Cole of Minneapolis, Kansas and 
Lori and her husband Larry Geist of Natoma, Kansas; grandchildren, Brian
 Cole, Sabetha, KS, Matt (Janet) Meredith, Tahlequah, OK, Luke (Laura) 
Geist, Soldier, KS, Mitch (Kara) Meredith, Hulbert, OK, and Lyndsey 
(Logan) Brown, Maize, KS; great-grandchildren, Jarrett, Maverick, Navy 
and Lemi Meredith, Lakely and Tennessee Meredith, Garrett, Kylen, and 
Haddlea Kilpatrick, Kaedin, Kael, and Kynleigh Lamas, and Henry Brown; 
brother, Louis (Amy) Meredith; sister, Ronelda (Bob) Darrow; and 
brother-in-law, Rollis Sechrist.He was 
preceded in death by his parents; wife, Darlene on May 24, 2021; 
daughter, Julie Ann Meredith; sisters, Marilyn Sechrist and Rowena 
(A.C.) Williams; sister-in-law, Marjorie Meredith; and great-grandson, 
Oliver Thomas Brown.Visitation
 will be from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Sunday, June 6 at Wilson Family 
Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where family will receive friends from 4:00 
to 6:00. &nbsp;There will be softballs available to sign if you were one of 
Tom’s “softball kids."&nbsp; They will be available at the visitation and the
 funeral. Funeral services for Tom and Darlene will be at 11:00 A.M., 
Monday, June 7 at the Delphos Auditorium with burial in the Delphos 
Cemetery, Delphos, KS.&nbsp; Memorials can be made to the Delphos Community 
Fund (please make checks out to GSCF and put Delphos Community Fund in 
the memo) or the Delphos Senior Center and left in care of Wilson Family
 Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Thomas U. Meredith

Jesse Rocha Medina, 89, passed away May 30, 2021 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Jesse was born January 11, 1932 in Offerle, Kansas to Sebastian and 
Julia Rocha Medina and raised in Kinsley, Kansas by his grandfather, 
Santiago Rocha and great aunt Lupe Rocha.&nbsp; Jesse was active in high 
school sports lettering in track, basketball and football.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Jesse enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the age of 18 and
 served in the Korean War between the years of 1951 and 1953 as a 
Forward Observer.

On October 9, 1954 Jesse married Amelia Garcia in Larned; Amelia preceded him in death on October 11, 1973.

He later married Darlene Heinrich on August 1, 1987 in Larned Kansas.

As a lifetime area resident, Jesse was a member of Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church. Jesse held several professions in Larned, after 
attending trade school in Chicago for TV repair and became a small 
business owner of a TV repair shop in 1965, Facilities Electrical 
Maintenance Supervisor for Larned State Hospital and finally the 
maintenance supervisor at Diversicare of Larned nursing home before 
retiring at the age of 84.

Jesse is survived by his wife Darlene, Larned, three daughters, 
Patricia (Donnie) Harper, Larned, Linda (George) Spady, Colorado 
Springs, Colorado, Caroline “Sophia” Smith, Larned; two sons, Michael 
(Paula Michelle) Medina, Katy, Texas, Steven (Ruth) Medina, Houston, 
Texas; sixteen grandchildren, thirty-nine great grandchildren, and seven
 great-great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Amelia Garcia 
Medina; his grandparents; and infant brother Sebastian Medina Jr.

Funeral mass will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 9th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Bernard Felix presiding. Visitation will be Tuesday June 8th
 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family 
present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary service will begin
 at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas with
 Military Graveside Rites.

Memorials may be given to the Fallen Heroes Fund in care of Beckwith 
Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may 
be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1622752059802.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jesse Rocha Medina, 89, passed away May 30, 2021 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Jesse was born January 11, 1932 in Offerle, Kansas to Sebastian and 
Julia Rocha Medina and raised in Kinsley, Kansas by his grandfather, 
Santiago Rocha and great aunt Lupe Rocha.&nbsp; Jesse was active in high 
school sports lettering in track, basketball and football.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Jesse enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the age of 18 and
 served in the Korean War between the years of 1951 and 1953 as a 
Forward Observer.On October 9, 1954 Jesse married Amelia Garcia in Larned; Amelia preceded him in death on October 11, 1973.He later married Darlene Heinrich on August 1, 1987 in Larned Kansas.As a lifetime area resident, Jesse was a member of Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church. Jesse held several professions in Larned, after 
attending trade school in Chicago for TV repair and became a small 
business owner of a TV repair shop in 1965, Facilities Electrical 
Maintenance Supervisor for Larned State Hospital and finally the 
maintenance supervisor at Diversicare of Larned nursing home before 
retiring at the age of 84.Jesse is survived by his wife Darlene, Larned, three daughters, 
Patricia (Donnie) Harper, Larned, Linda (George) Spady, Colorado 
Springs, Colorado, Caroline “Sophia” Smith, Larned; two sons, Michael 
(Paula Michelle) Medina, Katy, Texas, Steven (Ruth) Medina, Houston, 
Texas; sixteen grandchildren, thirty-nine great grandchildren, and seven
 great-great grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Amelia Garcia 
Medina; his grandparents; and infant brother Sebastian Medina Jr.Funeral mass will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 9th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Bernard Felix presiding. Visitation will be Tuesday June 8th
 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family 
present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary service will begin
 at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas with
 Military Graveside Rites.Memorials may be given to the Fallen Heroes Fund in care of Beckwith 
Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may 
be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Jesse R. Medina

Many people mistake little barley (Hordeum pusillum) for a little foxtail because the foxtail and little barley seedheads are similar. However, little barley is a winter annual that comes up in late September - October and spends the winter as a small plant. It thrives in the cooler spring temperatures, forms seed heads, and dies out usually by July. Foxtail, on the other hand, is a summer annual that does well in hot weather. Also, foxtail will not produce seedheads until mid-to late-summer. So, why are we talking about little barley now? Because now is NOT the time to control it unless it is in an area where a non-selective herbicide that kills everything such as glyphosate (Roundup) can be used. The best control for little barley in turf is a thick lawn that is mowed high enough that sunlight does not hit the soil. Little barley seed will not germinate in such conditions. Overseeding in early September can thicken up a tall fescue lawn and prevent a little barley infestation. However, if you do not plan to overseed even though the lawn is a bit thin, preemergence herbicides can be used to provide at least partial control of this weed. The only preemergence herbicide that I know is labeled specifically for little barley is&nbsp; Weed Impede by Monterey Lawn and Garden. Weed Impede can only be used on warm-season grasses (bermudagrass, buffalograss, zoysiagrass) and tall fescue that is grown in warm-season areas such as Kansas. However, Dimension (dithiopyr) a pre-emergent, is labeled for barley (Herodium spp.) which would include little barley and therefore can be used to keep this weed under control. Because little barley is a winter annual, apply the preemergence herbicide about mid-September and water in to activate. If overseeding, do not apply any preemergence herbicide as it will interfere with the germination of tall fescue. Lauren Fick is the Horticulture Extension Agent for the Cottonwood Extension District. If you have questions, she can be contacted by e-mail at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lfick@k-state.edu">lfick@k-state.edu</a>&nbsp;or by phone at 785-628-9430 or 620-793-1910.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1580750915301.jpeg" alt="Lauren Fick is the Horticulture Extension Agent for the Cottonwood Extension District.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Lauren Fick is the Horticulture Extension Agent for the Cottonwood Extension District.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Many people mistake little barley (Hordeum pusillum) for a little foxtail because the foxtail and little barley seedheads are similar. However, little barley is a winter annual that comes up in late September - October and spends the winter as a small plant. It thrives in the cooler spring temperatures, forms seed heads, and dies out usually by July. Foxtail, on the other hand, is a summer annual that does well in hot weather. Also, foxtail will not produce seedheads until mid-to late-summer. So, why are we talking about little barley now? Because now is NOT the time to control it unless it is in an area where a non-selective herbicide that kills everything such as glyphosate (Roundup) can be used. The best control for little barley in turf is a thick lawn that is mowed high enough that sunlight does not hit the soil. Little barley seed will not germinate in such conditions. Overseeding in early September can thicken up a tall fescue lawn and prevent a little barley infestation. However, if you do not plan to overseed even though the lawn is a bit thin, preemergence herbicides can be used to provide at least partial control of this weed. The only preemergence herbicide that I know is labeled specifically for little barley is&nbsp; Weed Impede by Monterey Lawn and Garden. Weed Impede can only be used on warm-season grasses (bermudagrass, buffalograss, zoysiagrass) and tall fescue that is grown in warm-season areas such as Kansas. However, Dimension (dithiopyr) a pre-emergent, is labeled for barley (Herodium spp.) which would include little barley and therefore can be used to keep this weed under control. Because little barley is a winter annual, apply the preemergence herbicide about mid-September and water in to activate. If overseeding, do not apply any preemergence herbicide as it will interfere with the germination of tall fescue. Lauren Fick is the Horticulture Extension Agent for the Cottonwood Extension District. If you have questions, she can be contacted by e-mail at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lfick@k-state.edu">lfick@k-state.edu</a>&nbsp;or by phone at 785-628-9430 or 620-793-1910.&nbsp;

FICK: Little barley in lawns 

WASHINGTON
 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers living and 
working outside of the United States that they must file their 2020 
federal income tax return by Tuesday, June 15. This deadline applies to 
both <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/us-citizens-and-resident-aliens-abroad">U.S. citizens and resident aliens abroad</a>, including those with dual citizenship.

Just as most taxpayers in the United States are required to timely 
file their tax returns with the IRS, those living and working in another
 country are also required to file. An automatic two-month deadline 
extension is normally granted for those overseas and in 2021 that date 
is still June 15 even though the normal income tax filing deadline was 
extended a month from April 15 to <a href="https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-day-for-individuals-extended-to-may-17-treasury-irs-extend-filing-and-payment-deadline">May 17</a>.

An income tax filing requirement generally applies even if a taxpayer qualifies for tax benefits, such as the <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/foreign-earned-income-exclusion">Foreign Earned Income Exclusion</a> or the <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/foreign-tax-credit">Foreign Tax Credit</a>,
 which substantially reduce or eliminate U.S. tax liability. These tax 
benefits are only available if an eligible taxpayer files a U.S. income 
tax return.

A taxpayer qualifies for the special June 15 filing deadline if both 
their tax home and abode are outside the United States and Puerto Rico. 
Those serving in the military outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico on the 
regular due date of their tax return also qualify for the extension to 
June 15. IRS recommends attaching a statement if one of these two 
situations apply.

Reporting required for foreign accounts and assets

Federal law requires U.S. citizens and resident aliens to report any 
worldwide income, including income from foreign trusts and foreign bank 
and securities accounts. In most cases, affected taxpayers need to 
complete and attach&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-schedule-b-form-1040">Schedule B</a>&nbsp;to
 their tax return. Part III of Schedule B asks about the existence of 
foreign accounts, such as bank and securities accounts, and usually 
requires U.S. citizens to report the country in which each account is 
located.

In addition, certain taxpayers may also have to complete and attach to their return&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8938">Form 8938, Statement of Foreign Financial Assets</a>.
 Generally, U.S. citizens, resident aliens and certain nonresident 
aliens must report specified foreign financial assets on this form if 
the aggregate value of those assets exceeds certain thresholds. See the 
instructions for this form for details.

Foreign accounts reporting deadline&nbsp;

Separate from reporting specified foreign financial assets on their 
tax return, taxpayers with an interest in, or signature or other 
authority over foreign financial accounts whose aggregate value exceeded
 $10,000 at any time during 2020, must file electronically with the 
Treasury Department a Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)&nbsp;<a href="https://bsaefiling.fincen.treas.gov/NoRegFBARFiler.html">Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)</a>.
 Because of this threshold, the IRS encourages taxpayers with foreign 
assets, even relatively small ones, to check if this filing requirement 
applies to them. The form is only available through the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fincen.gov/bsa-e-filing-system">BSA E-filing System website</a>.

The deadline for filing the annual&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/report-of-foreign-bank-and-financial-accounts-fbar">Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)</a>&nbsp;was
 April 15, 2021, but FinCEN is granting filers who missed the original 
deadline an automatic extension until October 15, 2021, to file the 
FBAR. There is no need to request this extension.

Any income received or deductible expenses paid in foreign currency 
must be reported on a U.S. tax return in U.S. dollars. Likewise, any tax
 payments must be made in U.S. dollars.

Both FINCEN Form 114 and IRS Form 8938 require the use of a December 
31 exchange rate for all transactions, regardless of the actual exchange
 rate on the date of the transaction. Generally, the IRS accepts any 
posted exchange rate that is used consistently. For more information on 
exchange rates, see&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/foreign-currency-and-currency-exchange-rates">Foreign Currency and Currency Exchange Rates</a>.

Taxpayers who relinquished their U.S. citizenship or ceased to be 
lawful permanent residents of the United States during 2020 must file a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/dual-status-aliens">dual-status alien</a>&nbsp;tax return, and attach&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8854">Form 8854, Initial and Annual Expatriation Statement</a>.
 A copy of Form 8854 must also be filed with Internal Revenue Service, 
3651 S IH35 MS 4301AUSC, Austin, TX 78741, by the due date of the tax 
return (including extensions). See the instructions for this form and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/n-09-85.pdf">Notice 2009-85&nbsp;PDF</a>, Guidance for Expatriates Under Section 877A, for further details.

Extra time is available for those who cannot meet the June 15 date. 
Individual taxpayers who need additional time to file can request a 
filing extension to Oct. 15 by printing and mailing <a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-4868">Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return</a>. The IRS can't process extension requests filed electronically after May 17, 2021. Find out <a href="https://www.irs.gov/filing/where-to-file-paper-tax-returns-with-or-without-a-payment">where to mail the form.</a>

Businesses that need additional time to file income tax returns must file <a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-7004">Form 7004, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File Certain Business Income Tax, Information, and Other Returns</a>.

Members of the military qualify for an <a href="https://www.irs.gov/businesses/filing-extensions-and-tax-return-preparation-assistance-for-military-personnel-stationed-abroad-or-in-a-combat-zone">additional extension of at least 180 days</a> to file and pay taxes if either of the following situations apply:

Deadlines are also extended for <a href="https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/extension-of-deadlines-combat-zone-service">individuals serving in a combat zone or a contingency operation in support of the Armed Forces</a>.
 This applies to Red Cross personnel, accredited correspondents and 
civilian personnel acting under the direction of the Armed Forces in 
support of those forces.

Spouses of individuals who served in a combat zone or contingency 
operation are generally entitled to the same deadline extensions with 
some exceptions. Extension details and more <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/military">military tax information</a> is available in <a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-publication-3">IRS Publication 3, Armed Forces' Tax Guide</a>.

Tax help and filing information is available anytime on IRS.gov. The 
IRS website offers a variety of online tools to help taxpayers answer 
common tax questions. For example, taxpayers can search the <a href="https://www.irs.gov/help/ita">Interactive Tax Assistant</a>, <a href="https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics">Tax Topics</a> and <a href="https://www.irs.gov/faqs">Frequently Asked Questions</a> to get answers to common questions. <a href="https://www.irs.gov/payments">IRS.gov/payments</a> provides information on electronic payment options.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>IRSWASHINGTON
 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers living and 
working outside of the United States that they must file their 2020 
federal income tax return by Tuesday, June 15. This deadline applies to 
both <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/us-citizens-and-resident-aliens-abroad">U.S. citizens and resident aliens abroad</a>, including those with dual citizenship.Just as most taxpayers in the United States are required to timely 
file their tax returns with the IRS, those living and working in another
 country are also required to file. An automatic two-month deadline 
extension is normally granted for those overseas and in 2021 that date 
is still June 15 even though the normal income tax filing deadline was 
extended a month from April 15 to <a href="https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-day-for-individuals-extended-to-may-17-treasury-irs-extend-filing-and-payment-deadline">May 17</a>.<h2>Benefits and qualifications</h2>An income tax filing requirement generally applies even if a taxpayer qualifies for tax benefits, such as the <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/foreign-earned-income-exclusion">Foreign Earned Income Exclusion</a> or the <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/foreign-tax-credit">Foreign Tax Credit</a>,
 which substantially reduce or eliminate U.S. tax liability. These tax 
benefits are only available if an eligible taxpayer files a U.S. income 
tax return.A taxpayer qualifies for the special June 15 filing deadline if both 
their tax home and abode are outside the United States and Puerto Rico. 
Those serving in the military outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico on the 
regular due date of their tax return also qualify for the extension to 
June 15. IRS recommends attaching a statement if one of these two 
situations apply.<h2>Reporting required for foreign accounts and assets</h2>Federal law requires U.S. citizens and resident aliens to report any 
worldwide income, including income from foreign trusts and foreign bank 
and securities accounts. In most cases, affected taxpayers need to 
complete and attach&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-schedule-b-form-1040">Schedule B</a>&nbsp;to
 their tax return. Part III of Schedule B asks about the existence of 
foreign accounts, such as bank and securities accounts, and usually 
requires U.S. citizens to report the country in which each account is 
located.In addition, certain taxpayers may also have to complete and attach to their return&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8938">Form 8938, Statement of Foreign Financial Assets</a>.
 Generally, U.S. citizens, resident aliens and certain nonresident 
aliens must report specified foreign financial assets on this form if 
the aggregate value of those assets exceeds certain thresholds. See the 
instructions for this form for details.<h2>Foreign accounts reporting deadline&nbsp;</h2>Separate from reporting specified foreign financial assets on their 
tax return, taxpayers with an interest in, or signature or other 
authority over foreign financial accounts whose aggregate value exceeded
 $10,000 at any time during 2020, must file electronically with the 
Treasury Department a Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)&nbsp;<a href="https://bsaefiling.fincen.treas.gov/NoRegFBARFiler.html">Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)</a>.
 Because of this threshold, the IRS encourages taxpayers with foreign 
assets, even relatively small ones, to check if this filing requirement 
applies to them. The form is only available through the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fincen.gov/bsa-e-filing-system">BSA E-filing System website</a>.The deadline for filing the annual&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/report-of-foreign-bank-and-financial-accounts-fbar">Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)</a>&nbsp;was
 April 15, 2021, but FinCEN is granting filers who missed the original 
deadline an automatic extension until October 15, 2021, to file the 
FBAR. There is no need to request this extension.<h2>Report in U.S. dollars</h2>Any income received or deductible expenses paid in foreign currency 
must be reported on a U.S. tax return in U.S. dollars. Likewise, any tax
 payments must be made in U.S. dollars.Both FINCEN Form 114 and IRS Form 8938 require the use of a December 
31 exchange rate for all transactions, regardless of the actual exchange
 rate on the date of the transaction. Generally, the IRS accepts any 
posted exchange rate that is used consistently. For more information on 
exchange rates, see&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/foreign-currency-and-currency-exchange-rates">Foreign Currency and Currency Exchange Rates</a>.<h2>Expatriate reporting</h2>Taxpayers who relinquished their U.S. citizenship or ceased to be 
lawful permanent residents of the United States during 2020 must file a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/dual-status-aliens">dual-status alien</a>&nbsp;tax return, and attach&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8854">Form 8854, Initial and Annual Expatriation Statement</a>.
 A copy of Form 8854 must also be filed with Internal Revenue Service, 
3651 S IH35 MS 4301AUSC, Austin, TX 78741, by the due date of the tax 
return (including extensions). See the instructions for this form and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/n-09-85.pdf">Notice 2009-85&nbsp;PDF</a>, Guidance for Expatriates Under Section 877A, for further details.<h2>More time is available</h2>Extra time is available for those who cannot meet the June 15 date. 
Individual taxpayers who need additional time to file can request a 
filing extension to Oct. 15 by printing and mailing <a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-4868">Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return</a>. The IRS can't process extension requests filed electronically after May 17, 2021. Find out <a href="https://www.irs.gov/filing/where-to-file-paper-tax-returns-with-or-without-a-payment">where to mail the form.</a>Businesses that need additional time to file income tax returns must file <a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-7004">Form 7004, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File Certain Business Income Tax, Information, and Other Returns</a>.<h2>Combat zone extension</h2>Members of the military qualify for an <a href="https://www.irs.gov/businesses/filing-extensions-and-tax-return-preparation-assistance-for-military-personnel-stationed-abroad-or-in-a-combat-zone">additional extension of at least 180 days</a> to file and pay taxes if either of the following situations apply:<ul>
 <li>They serve in a combat zone or they have qualifying service outside of a combat zone or</li><li>They serve on deployment outside the United States away from their 
permanent duty station while participating in a contingency operation. 
This is a military operation that is designated by the Secretary of 
Defense or results in calling members of the uniformed services to 
active duty (or retains them on active duty) during a war or a national 
emergency declared by the President or Congress.</li>
 </ul>Deadlines are also extended for <a href="https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/extension-of-deadlines-combat-zone-service">individuals serving in a combat zone or a contingency operation in support of the Armed Forces</a>.
 This applies to Red Cross personnel, accredited correspondents and 
civilian personnel acting under the direction of the Armed Forces in 
support of those forces.Spouses of individuals who served in a combat zone or contingency 
operation are generally entitled to the same deadline extensions with 
some exceptions. Extension details and more <a href="https://www.irs.gov/individuals/military">military tax information</a> is available in <a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-publication-3">IRS Publication 3, Armed Forces' Tax Guide</a>.<h2>Visit IRS.gov for tax information</h2>Tax help and filing information is available anytime on IRS.gov. The 
IRS website offers a variety of online tools to help taxpayers answer 
common tax questions. For example, taxpayers can search the <a href="https://www.irs.gov/help/ita">Interactive Tax Assistant</a>, <a href="https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics">Tax Topics</a> and <a href="https://www.irs.gov/faqs">Frequently Asked Questions</a> to get answers to common questions. <a href="https://www.irs.gov/payments">IRS.gov/payments</a> provides information on electronic payment options.<h2>Other resources:</h2><ul>
 <li><a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-publication-54">About Publication 54, Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad</a></li><li><a href="https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-publication-519">About Publication 519, U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens</a></li>
 </ul>

Tax return deadline looming for U.S. taxpayers living abroad

Barbara Jean Newton, 88, passed away April 3, 2020, in Hutchinson, 
KS. She was born July 30, 1931, to Austin and Alice (Blair) Ramsey in 
Arkansas City. Barbara attended public school there and graduated from 
the local junior college and later Kansas State University. She married 
Albert E. Newton of Dexter on October 27, 1950, at her parent’s home. He
 died May 4, 2019. They taught in several school districts across north 
central and western Kansas, retiring at Conway Springs in 1985.

During retirement they made their home in rural Arkansas City before 
embarking on full-time camping in the late 1990-96. Barbara loved to 
travel, read, tell a joke or funny story to whomever would listen, and 
quilt. She delighted in making quilts for each grandchild and 
great-grandchild and great-great-grandson. She and Albert were proud 
that they had visited each of the 50 states. They moved to Hutchinson in
 2006 to be closer to family.

Other survivors include three sons – Chris of Lawrence; Craig 
(Kristy) of Decatur, TX; Clint (Joann) of Salina; seven grandchildren – 
Austin and Kevin Newton; Jamie (Mark) Pena and Tyler (Jennifer) Newton; 
Tonya (Bobby) Lawson, Tina (JD) Grace, and Stacey (Sterling) Montgomery,
 and two sisters – Marjorie (Fred) Wolf, El Reno, OK; and Betty Smith, 
Ferndale, Washington. Also surviving are eleven great-grandchildren, a 
great-great grandson, and a host of nieces and nephews. Preceding her in
 death was her husband, daughter-in-law, parents, sister, brother, two 
brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law.

A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at St. Paul’s Methodist 
Church in Arkansas City on June 5, 2021, at 11 am and burial at Hope 
Cemetery at 2 pm near Arkansas City. Cremation has taken place. Memorial
 contributions can be made to Kansas Retired Teachers, Arkansas City 
Chapter.

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 </figure>Barbara Jean Newton, 88, passed away April 3, 2020, in Hutchinson, 
KS. She was born July 30, 1931, to Austin and Alice (Blair) Ramsey in 
Arkansas City. Barbara attended public school there and graduated from 
the local junior college and later Kansas State University. She married 
Albert E. Newton of Dexter on October 27, 1950, at her parent’s home. He
 died May 4, 2019. They taught in several school districts across north 
central and western Kansas, retiring at Conway Springs in 1985.During retirement they made their home in rural Arkansas City before 
embarking on full-time camping in the late 1990-96. Barbara loved to 
travel, read, tell a joke or funny story to whomever would listen, and 
quilt. She delighted in making quilts for each grandchild and 
great-grandchild and great-great-grandson. She and Albert were proud 
that they had visited each of the 50 states. They moved to Hutchinson in
 2006 to be closer to family.Other survivors include three sons – Chris of Lawrence; Craig 
(Kristy) of Decatur, TX; Clint (Joann) of Salina; seven grandchildren – 
Austin and Kevin Newton; Jamie (Mark) Pena and Tyler (Jennifer) Newton; 
Tonya (Bobby) Lawson, Tina (JD) Grace, and Stacey (Sterling) Montgomery,
 and two sisters – Marjorie (Fred) Wolf, El Reno, OK; and Betty Smith, 
Ferndale, Washington. Also surviving are eleven great-grandchildren, a 
great-great grandson, and a host of nieces and nephews. Preceding her in
 death was her husband, daughter-in-law, parents, sister, brother, two 
brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law.A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at St. Paul’s Methodist 
Church in Arkansas City on June 5, 2021, at 11 am and burial at Hope 
Cemetery at 2 pm near Arkansas City. Cremation has taken place. Memorial
 contributions can be made to Kansas Retired Teachers, Arkansas City 
Chapter.

Barbara Jean Newton

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Stinemetz Funeral Home 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642.&nbsp;Family will be present from 5 to 7 p.m.

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday United Methodist Church - Bogue, 902 Hummingbird Road,&nbsp;Bogue, Ark. 67642.

A full obituary for Scott Hart is pending with <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/">Stinemetz Funeral Home.</a>

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 </figure>October 5, 1950 - May 26, 2021Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Stinemetz Funeral Home 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642.&nbsp;Family will be present from 5 to 7 p.m.Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday United Methodist Church - Bogue, 902 Hummingbird Road,&nbsp;Bogue, Ark. 67642.A full obituary for Scott Hart is pending with <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/">Stinemetz Funeral Home.</a>

Scott Hart

WASHINGTON&nbsp;– U.S. Senator Jerry Moran will present the remains of Kansan Sergeant Carol Eugene Domer to the surviving family at Nemaha County Veterans’ Memorial in Seneca, Kan. on Memorial Day, according to a release from his office.

Sgt. Domer was killed in action off the coast of Papua New Guinea&nbsp;when his crew had to ditch their B-24 plane while returning from a bombing mission on January 1, 1943. Sen. Moran and family member Ken Domer have been working since 2003 to recover Sgt. Domer’s remains and return them to his final resting place at the Nemaha County Veterans’ Memorial.

“After sixteen years of work to bring Sgt. Domer’s remains back home to Kansas, I’m grateful to have the opportunity to present his family with this ring and honor his ultimate sacrifice during WWII,”&nbsp;said Sen. Moran.&nbsp;“I would also like to thank Ken Domer and his family for their persistent effort to recover Sgt. Domer’s remains, Pacific Wrecks for their insight into the crash area and the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency for the recovery of Sgt. Domer’s remains and their work to bring peace to families of our country’s fallen servicemembers.”

Senator Moran's office provided details on the recovery effort:

December 2003:&nbsp;Ken Domer of Spearville, Kan., Sgt. Domer’s nephew, contacted then-Congressman Moran’s office with a request to have his uncle’s remains returned to Kansas. Then-Congressman Moran made this request to the Army upon determination of if the site of the crash was recoverable. The Army indicated the request had been shared with the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC).

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;February 2004:&nbsp;JPAC informed then-Congressman Moran that Sgt. Domer’s loss was on their list for investigation/recovery and they were working to develop a strategy for underwater recoveries in Papua New Guinea. They later informed then-Congressman Moran that,&nbsp;at that time, JPAC was not able to survey the site of the crash to make a determination of whether recovery of Sgt. Domer’s remains was possible.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;June 2008:&nbsp;Then-Congressman Moran’s office requested a status update on Sgt. Domer’s case. The Army responded that the site of Sgt. Domer’s crash had yet to be surveyed.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;July 2012:&nbsp;Sen. Moran’s office inquired again into the status of recovering Sgt. Domer from the plane crash site to see if there was any new information available. The Army later informed Sen. Moran that JPAC’s November 2012 mission for the underwater investigation/survey of the wreckage in New Guinea has been rescheduled for January 2013 and recommended follow-up in March 2013.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;March 2013:&nbsp;Sen. Moran contacted JPAC about the New Guinea mission, who responded the mission had been rescheduled for a November 2013 timeframe.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;January 2015:&nbsp;JPAC transitioned into the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA).

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;February 2015:&nbsp;After the mission was repeatedly delayed, Sen. Moran elevated the case to the Secretary of Defense’s (SecDef) office.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;April 2015:&nbsp;Sen. Moran was informed DPAA was working with the Navy regarding the navigability of the waters to assess the mission. Upon further research and Ken Domer’s personal knowledge, Sen. Moran’s staff found information that Pacific Wrecks, a non-governmental organization, had discovered Sgt. Domer’s plane in 2000 and completed a dive to the plane in 2002. This information was shared with SecDef’s office.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;June 2015:&nbsp;Sen. Moran was informed an investigative dive was scheduled for Jan. 2016. Sen. Moran later sent a letter to Director of DPAA Michael Linnington to make certain the investigation and recovery of Sgt. Domer was a priority in the Jan. 2016 planned missions.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;September 2015:&nbsp;Sen. Moran and Director Linnington met in person in Washington, D.C. Sen. Moran asked for a commitment to schedule the search for January 2016, and after hearing the details of the site, Director Linnington agreed. Sen. Moran’s staff stayed in continual contact with DPAA through the rest of year leading up to the investigative mission.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;January 2016:&nbsp;DPAA confirmed the investigative mission occurred. Later, DPAA provided an update that a recovery mission would be conducted. Several photos of the site where shared (Appendix A-D).

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;November 2016:&nbsp;DPAA confirmed the recovery mission occurred and would share the report when completed after 3-6 months.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;April 2017:&nbsp;The Army shared the report (see “DPAA Search and Recovery Report” pdf).

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;October 2017:&nbsp;Following a request for additional information, the Department of Defense responded to Ken about the artifacts found during the recovery mission (see “Material Evidence Report” pdf).

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;September 2019:&nbsp;After nearly two years of waiting for DNA analysis on the ring, Sen. Moran began additional inquiries on the status of the case. Later, the Army produced a report that no DNA could be recovered from the ring.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;December 2019:&nbsp;Sen. Moran met with DPAA Director Kelly McKeague to officially request to provide the Domer family with the ring. In an effort to produce any evidence connecting the ring to Sgt. Domer, the Domer family discovered a photo of Sgt. Domer wearing the ring. The ring is seen on the third finger of his right hand. The photo was shared with DPAA (Appendix E). Following the proper approvals, the ring was delivered to Sgt. Domer’s next of kin, Mr. Robin R. Domer III on Monday, February 17, 2020.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;February 28, 2020:&nbsp;Sen. Moran flew an American flag over the U.S. Capitol in honor of Sgt. Domer’s 100th birthday.

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;March 2020:&nbsp;Sen. Moran was invited to a memorial service at the Nemaha County Veterans’ Memorial Park on Memorial Day, May 23. It was later postponed due to COVID-19.

<figure>
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 </figure>WASHINGTON&nbsp;– U.S. Senator Jerry Moran will present the remains of Kansan Sergeant Carol Eugene Domer to the surviving family at Nemaha County Veterans’ Memorial in Seneca, Kan. on Memorial Day, according to a release from his office.Sgt. Domer was killed in action off the coast of Papua New Guinea&nbsp;when his crew had to ditch their B-24 plane while returning from a bombing mission on January 1, 1943. Sen. Moran and family member Ken Domer have been working since 2003 to recover Sgt. Domer’s remains and return them to his final resting place at the Nemaha County Veterans’ Memorial.“After sixteen years of work to bring Sgt. Domer’s remains back home to Kansas, I’m grateful to have the opportunity to present his family with this ring and honor his ultimate sacrifice during WWII,”&nbsp;said Sen. Moran.&nbsp;“I would also like to thank Ken Domer and his family for their persistent effort to recover Sgt. Domer’s remains, Pacific Wrecks for their insight into the crash area and the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency for the recovery of Sgt. Domer’s remains and their work to bring peace to families of our country’s fallen servicemembers.”Senator Moran's office provided details on the recovery effort:December 2003:&nbsp;Ken Domer of Spearville, Kan., Sgt. Domer’s nephew, contacted then-Congressman Moran’s office with a request to have his uncle’s remains returned to Kansas. Then-Congressman Moran made this request to the Army upon determination of if the site of the crash was recoverable. The Army indicated the request had been shared with the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC).·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;February 2004:&nbsp;JPAC informed then-Congressman Moran that Sgt. Domer’s loss was on their list for investigation/recovery and they were working to develop a strategy for underwater recoveries in Papua New Guinea. They later informed then-Congressman Moran that,&nbsp;at that time, JPAC was not able to survey the site of the crash to make a determination of whether recovery of Sgt. Domer’s remains was possible.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;June 2008:&nbsp;Then-Congressman Moran’s office requested a status update on Sgt. Domer’s case. The Army responded that the site of Sgt. Domer’s crash had yet to be surveyed.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;July 2012:&nbsp;Sen. Moran’s office inquired again into the status of recovering Sgt. Domer from the plane crash site to see if there was any new information available. The Army later informed Sen. Moran that JPAC’s November 2012 mission for the underwater investigation/survey of the wreckage in New Guinea has been rescheduled for January 2013 and recommended follow-up in March 2013.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;March 2013:&nbsp;Sen. Moran contacted JPAC about the New Guinea mission, who responded the mission had been rescheduled for a November 2013 timeframe.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;January 2015:&nbsp;JPAC transitioned into the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA).·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;February 2015:&nbsp;After the mission was repeatedly delayed, Sen. Moran elevated the case to the Secretary of Defense’s (SecDef) office.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;April 2015:&nbsp;Sen. Moran was informed DPAA was working with the Navy regarding the navigability of the waters to assess the mission. Upon further research and Ken Domer’s personal knowledge, Sen. Moran’s staff found information that Pacific Wrecks, a non-governmental organization, had discovered Sgt. Domer’s plane in 2000 and completed a dive to the plane in 2002. This information was shared with SecDef’s office.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;June 2015:&nbsp;Sen. Moran was informed an investigative dive was scheduled for Jan. 2016. Sen. Moran later sent a letter to Director of DPAA Michael Linnington to make certain the investigation and recovery of Sgt. Domer was a priority in the Jan. 2016 planned missions.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;September 2015:&nbsp;Sen. Moran and Director Linnington met in person in Washington, D.C. Sen. Moran asked for a commitment to schedule the search for January 2016, and after hearing the details of the site, Director Linnington agreed. Sen. Moran’s staff stayed in continual contact with DPAA through the rest of year leading up to the investigative mission.<figure>
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 </figure>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;January 2016:&nbsp;DPAA confirmed the investigative mission occurred. Later, DPAA provided an update that a recovery mission would be conducted. Several photos of the site where shared (Appendix A-D).·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;November 2016:&nbsp;DPAA confirmed the recovery mission occurred and would share the report when completed after 3-6 months.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;April 2017:&nbsp;The Army shared the report (see “DPAA Search and Recovery Report” pdf).·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;October 2017:&nbsp;Following a request for additional information, the Department of Defense responded to Ken about the artifacts found during the recovery mission (see “Material Evidence Report” pdf).·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;September 2019:&nbsp;After nearly two years of waiting for DNA analysis on the ring, Sen. Moran began additional inquiries on the status of the case. Later, the Army produced a report that no DNA could be recovered from the ring.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;December 2019:&nbsp;Sen. Moran met with DPAA Director Kelly McKeague to officially request to provide the Domer family with the ring. In an effort to produce any evidence connecting the ring to Sgt. Domer, the Domer family discovered a photo of Sgt. Domer wearing the ring. The ring is seen on the third finger of his right hand. The photo was shared with DPAA (Appendix E). Following the proper approvals, the ring was delivered to Sgt. Domer’s next of kin, Mr. Robin R. Domer III on Monday, February 17, 2020.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;February 28, 2020:&nbsp;Sen. Moran flew an American flag over the U.S. Capitol in honor of Sgt. Domer’s 100th birthday.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;March 2020:&nbsp;Sen. Moran was invited to a memorial service at the Nemaha County Veterans’ Memorial Park on Memorial Day, May 23. It was later postponed due to COVID-19.

Sen. Moran to present remains of WWII pilot to Kansas family 

After a full, happy life, Lila Svoboda Robinson, was reunited with 
her family in heaven on October 20, 2020.&nbsp; Lila was born in Hill City, 
KS on October 30, 1924 to Louis and Anna (Lilak) Svoboda.&nbsp; She is 
preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Carol and Betty, brother, 
Bill and husband, Winfred(Rob) Robinson.&nbsp;

Lila’s adventure in life began at an early age, living through the 
events of the Great Depression.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She graduated from High School, in 
1941, then attended Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas, where she 
received her teaching certificate in 1943 and taught for one year at the
 Saline River School in Ellis County and a second year at the Cheyenne 
Bottoms School in Barton County.&nbsp; While working for a brief period at 
the Munitions Depot during WWII, Lila joined the United States Cadet 
Nurse Corps program and attended St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth, 
Kansas, receiving her Registered Nurses’ License in 1947.&nbsp; She was 
especially proud of this accomplishment and continued her nursing career
 at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

She met her future husband, Winfred(Rob) Robinson on a blind date 
while attending nursing school.&nbsp; The date turned into a love story, and 
51 happy and successful years together.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was an extremely proud and
 very devoted mother of their seven children, Don, Ted, Bill, Karla, 
Chuck, Pam, Tricia, ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Her appetite for knowledge and education was insatiable, with a 
passion for reading anything and everything.&nbsp; Interests included art 
appreciation, coin collecting, sign language and anything to do with 
Kansas.&nbsp; She enjoyed a good debate on all subjects including politics, 
religion, sports, history, with a broad range of knowledge, past and 
present, but was happy to take time to listen and discuss, without 
passing judgment, anything that was on your mind.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lila was always busy, and knew no strangers but was a friend to 
everyone, offering a helping hand in any way possible.&nbsp; Her love for&nbsp; 
children was displayed by her involvement with Operation Kinderlift 
while stationed overseas in Germany.&nbsp; She was very active in PTA, 4-H, 
FHA, Sunday School, the Methodist Church, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, you 
name it, she would volunteer.&nbsp; She lived life to the fullest, with joy 
in her heart, all while humming her favorite tune along the way.

Graveside inurnment services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, June
 5, 2021 at Pawnee Rock Cemetery, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding.

<figure>
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 </figure>After a full, happy life, Lila Svoboda Robinson, was reunited with 
her family in heaven on October 20, 2020.&nbsp; Lila was born in Hill City, 
KS on October 30, 1924 to Louis and Anna (Lilak) Svoboda.&nbsp; She is 
preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Carol and Betty, brother, 
Bill and husband, Winfred(Rob) Robinson.&nbsp;Lila’s adventure in life began at an early age, living through the 
events of the Great Depression.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She graduated from High School, in 
1941, then attended Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas, where she 
received her teaching certificate in 1943 and taught for one year at the
 Saline River School in Ellis County and a second year at the Cheyenne 
Bottoms School in Barton County.&nbsp; While working for a brief period at 
the Munitions Depot during WWII, Lila joined the United States Cadet 
Nurse Corps program and attended St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth, 
Kansas, receiving her Registered Nurses’ License in 1947.&nbsp; She was 
especially proud of this accomplishment and continued her nursing career
 at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.She met her future husband, Winfred(Rob) Robinson on a blind date 
while attending nursing school.&nbsp; The date turned into a love story, and 
51 happy and successful years together.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was an extremely proud and
 very devoted mother of their seven children, Don, Ted, Bill, Karla, 
Chuck, Pam, Tricia, ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Her appetite for knowledge and education was insatiable, with a 
passion for reading anything and everything.&nbsp; Interests included art 
appreciation, coin collecting, sign language and anything to do with 
Kansas.&nbsp; She enjoyed a good debate on all subjects including politics, 
religion, sports, history, with a broad range of knowledge, past and 
present, but was happy to take time to listen and discuss, without 
passing judgment, anything that was on your mind.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lila was always busy, and knew no strangers but was a friend to 
everyone, offering a helping hand in any way possible.&nbsp; Her love for&nbsp; 
children was displayed by her involvement with Operation Kinderlift 
while stationed overseas in Germany.&nbsp; She was very active in PTA, 4-H, 
FHA, Sunday School, the Methodist Church, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, you 
name it, she would volunteer.&nbsp; She lived life to the fullest, with joy 
in her heart, all while humming her favorite tune along the way.Graveside inurnment services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, June
 5, 2021 at Pawnee Rock Cemetery, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding.

Lila Svoboda Robinson

HUTCHINSON — After having the schedule reduced to three days per week in October of 2020, Amtrak will restore daily service on the Southwest Chief starting Monday.

Under the current schedule, the Chief departs Chicago on Monday, Thursday and Saturday and arrives in Hutchinson on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The eastbound train comes through Hutchinson on Thursday, Saturday and Monday. One thing that is still being held back because of the pandemic is the dining car food service. Traditional dining service is still suspended until June 30. It was to be re-established June 1.

The daily service begins with the trains leaving Chicago and Los Angeles on Monday. The westbound train arrives in Hutchinson at 3:20 a.m. with the eastbound train pulling into Hutchinson at 1:17 a.m.&nbsp;

At last check, the train leaving Chicago for Hutchison on Monday was more than 85% full.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>The Southwest Chief route across Kansas includes stops in Lawrence, Topeka, Newton, Hutchinson, Dodge City and Garden City.</figcaption>
 </figure>HUTCHINSON — After having the schedule reduced to three days per week in October of 2020, Amtrak will restore daily service on the Southwest Chief starting Monday.Under the current schedule, the Chief departs Chicago on Monday, Thursday and Saturday and arrives in Hutchinson on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The eastbound train comes through Hutchinson on Thursday, Saturday and Monday. One thing that is still being held back because of the pandemic is the dining car food service. Traditional dining service is still suspended until June 30. It was to be re-established June 1.The daily service begins with the trains leaving Chicago and Los Angeles on Monday. The westbound train arrives in Hutchinson at 3:20 a.m. with the eastbound train pulling into Hutchinson at 1:17 a.m.&nbsp;At last check, the train leaving Chicago for Hutchison on Monday was more than 85% full.

Amtrak to restore daily service across Kansas starting Monday

The first <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DowntownHaysMarket">Downtown Hays Market</a> is set to return Saturday morning, with many regular vendors ready to return and a mix of new vendors.

Beginning this week the market is scheduled from  7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. every Saturday through October 23 at the Downtown Pavilion in Union Pacific Park, 110 E 10th St.

"We are very excited. We have a ton of new vendors that have already signed up," said Downton Hays Development Corporation executive director Sara Bloom.

Those vendors will bring a wide variety of items to the market, from fresh produce, stained glass, custom handmade candles, clothing, jewelry, arts and crafts, fresh honey and more.

"We have vendors coming from Nebraska. We have vendors coming from Missouri," Bloom said. "Of course, we have the same vendors that you know and love that will be coming back, like&nbsp;Svaty's Produce. Several new produce vendors have signed up. Several new craft vendors have signed up. ... There is going to be so much there this summer."

And while the season is likely to be bigger than ever, Bloom said the first market of the season brings with it a unique energy.

"The first market is one of my favorites. Everyone is just so excited for the season to get started that they come out in hoards," Bloom said.&nbsp;

She also said the end of a year of COVID-19 precautions will likely drive more people to the market as life returns to normal.

Attendees of the market this year will also be able to take advantage of all of the updates to the park and pavilion, including the newest addition a train sculpture from local artist Pete Felten.&nbsp;

"It's crazy. The pavilion has been there for two years now," Bloom said. "We keep improving the space. ... We added the parking lot and the Pete Felten train sculpture and security cameras last year, and we are continuing to look for ways we can build up that area because that really has become the primary gathering place for outdoor events on the Bricks," Bloom said. "It's been absolutely wonderful, and I&nbsp; hope the community is enjoying it."

For more information about the market visit the DHDC website,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.downtownhays.com/downtown-hays-market">downtownhays.com/downtown-hays-market</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DowntownHaysMarket">visit their facebook page</a>.

<div><iframe title="Downtown Hays farmers market returns this weekend" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=cn86z-1049b57-pb&from=pb6admin&download=1&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3&btn-skin=3&size=300" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>By JAMES BELL Hays PostThe first <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DowntownHaysMarket">Downtown Hays Market</a> is set to return Saturday morning, with many regular vendors ready to return and a mix of new vendors.Beginning this week the market is scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. every Saturday through October 23 at the Downtown Pavilion in Union Pacific Park, 110 E 10th St."We are very excited. We have a ton of new vendors that have already signed up," said Downton Hays Development Corporation executive director Sara Bloom.Those vendors will bring a wide variety of items to the market, from fresh produce, stained glass, custom handmade candles, clothing, jewelry, arts and crafts, fresh honey and more."We have vendors coming from Nebraska. We have vendors coming from Missouri," Bloom said. "Of course, we have the same vendors that you know and love that will be coming back, like&nbsp;Svaty's Produce. Several new produce vendors have signed up. Several new craft vendors have signed up. ... There is going to be so much there this summer."And while the season is likely to be bigger than ever, Bloom said the first market of the season brings with it a unique energy."The first market is one of my favorites. Everyone is just so excited for the season to get started that they come out in hoards," Bloom said.&nbsp;She also said the end of a year of COVID-19 precautions will likely drive more people to the market as life returns to normal.Attendees of the market this year will also be able to take advantage of all of the updates to the park and pavilion, including the newest addition a train sculpture from local artist Pete Felten.&nbsp;"It's crazy. The pavilion has been there for two years now," Bloom said. "We keep improving the space. ... We added the parking lot and the Pete Felten train sculpture and security cameras last year, and we are continuing to look for ways we can build up that area because that really has become the primary gathering place for outdoor events on the Bricks," Bloom said. "It's been absolutely wonderful, and I&nbsp; hope the community is enjoying it."For more information about the market visit the DHDC website,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.downtownhays.com/downtown-hays-market">downtownhays.com/downtown-hays-market</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DowntownHaysMarket">visit their facebook page</a>.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FDowntownHaysMarket%2Fvideos%2F485632369434982%2F&show_text=false&width=267" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>

Downtown Hays Market returns this weekend

Neil Harmon Fischer peacefully passed away, surrounded by the people he 
loved, on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in 
Kearney, Nebraska, at the age of 86. 

He was born on February 28, 1935 
in Plainville, Kansas to the late Nicholas and Beatrice (Kaba) Fischer. 
 On October 3, 1954 he was united in marriage to Doris Miller in Radium,
 Kansas. They were blessed with two daughters, Nalisha and Crystal.
 Neil’s life revolved around staying busy, working hard for his 
family, and serving his friends, neighbors, and community. He held 
several jobs throughout his lifetime, including selling magazines for 
Cappers Reader’s Service, laboring at the local meat locker, working as 
an electrician and carpenter, but mostly tending to the farm while 
building his reputable certified wheat seed business known as Fischer’s 
Finest Field Seeds. 
 Neil was an integral part of the community and instrumental in many 
of the organizations he belonged to. He served as President of the 
Rooks County Historical Society for several years, Director for the 
Civil Defense Department in Plainville, was a faithful member of the 
Jaycees Community Betterment Program, part of the Plainville Rescue 
Squad for over 50 years, worked on the “Chain Gang” for hometown 
Cardinal football games, and was on the Plainville Township Board until 
he passed away. He continued to work until he physically was no longer 
able, and even from his hospital bed, he made calls, checked on 
projects, and was in touch with fellow laborers up to the very last day 
of his life. That alone speaks volumes to the type of man he was and 
the character he possessed.
 In his earlier years, Neil enjoyed hunting, and later in life he 
discovered his love for gardening, woodworking, and baking. He was 
always very proud of his rhubarb cobblers and made sure to supply them 
for friends and loved ones no matter the occasion. And although he led a
 very busy life, he always made sure to make plenty of time for those he
 loved the most, his family and friends. He was a very loving and 
compassionate man that treated everyone equally. He cared for his 
family with an unmet love and was always checking in on them. 
 Neil was also a very gentle man and was kind to every animal and 
person he met. He certainly held a very special love for his little 
furry friend, Chip, who kept him company after his long days of hard 
work. He was truly devoted to his work, family, and all those around 
him, with a never-ending, never-tiring love.
 Neil is survived by his two loving daughters, Nalisha Cotter of 
Littleton CO, and Crystal (Ward) Craig of Russell; four grandchildren, 
Jennifer (Chad) Hopkins, Eric (Lauren) Cotter, Calder Craig and Kiefer 
Craig; two great-grandchildren, Aibhilin Hopkins and Malachi Hopkins; 
his honorary Czech granddaughter Kate (Martin) Martykanova and 
great-grandchildren Adeina and Hynek; and his loving companion Vivian 
Humphrey.
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Beatrice 
(Kaba) Fischer; wife, Doris Fischer; and his sister Jacqueline (Don) 
Prickett. 
 A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 28, 2021 at the First 
Christian Church in Plainville at 2 PM. A Visitation will be held on 
Thursday at the church from 2 PM until 8 PM with family receiving 
friends from 5PM until 7PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Rooks County Historical Society and 
may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67663.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Neil Harmon Fischer peacefully passed away, surrounded by the people he 
loved, on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in 
Kearney, Nebraska, at the age of 86. He was born on February 28, 1935 
in Plainville, Kansas to the late Nicholas and Beatrice (Kaba) Fischer. 
 On October 3, 1954 he was united in marriage to Doris Miller in Radium,
 Kansas. They were blessed with two daughters, Nalisha and Crystal.
 Neil’s life revolved around staying busy, working hard for his 
family, and serving his friends, neighbors, and community. He held 
several jobs throughout his lifetime, including selling magazines for 
Cappers Reader’s Service, laboring at the local meat locker, working as 
an electrician and carpenter, but mostly tending to the farm while 
building his reputable certified wheat seed business known as Fischer’s 
Finest Field Seeds. 
 Neil was an integral part of the community and instrumental in many 
of the organizations he belonged to. He served as President of the 
Rooks County Historical Society for several years, Director for the 
Civil Defense Department in Plainville, was a faithful member of the 
Jaycees Community Betterment Program, part of the Plainville Rescue 
Squad for over 50 years, worked on the “Chain Gang” for hometown 
Cardinal football games, and was on the Plainville Township Board until 
he passed away. He continued to work until he physically was no longer 
able, and even from his hospital bed, he made calls, checked on 
projects, and was in touch with fellow laborers up to the very last day 
of his life. That alone speaks volumes to the type of man he was and 
the character he possessed.
 In his earlier years, Neil enjoyed hunting, and later in life he 
discovered his love for gardening, woodworking, and baking. He was 
always very proud of his rhubarb cobblers and made sure to supply them 
for friends and loved ones no matter the occasion. And although he led a
 very busy life, he always made sure to make plenty of time for those he
 loved the most, his family and friends. He was a very loving and 
compassionate man that treated everyone equally. He cared for his 
family with an unmet love and was always checking in on them. 
 Neil was also a very gentle man and was kind to every animal and 
person he met. He certainly held a very special love for his little 
furry friend, Chip, who kept him company after his long days of hard 
work. He was truly devoted to his work, family, and all those around 
him, with a never-ending, never-tiring love.
 Neil is survived by his two loving daughters, Nalisha Cotter of 
Littleton CO, and Crystal (Ward) Craig of Russell; four grandchildren, 
Jennifer (Chad) Hopkins, Eric (Lauren) Cotter, Calder Craig and Kiefer 
Craig; two great-grandchildren, Aibhilin Hopkins and Malachi Hopkins; 
his honorary Czech granddaughter Kate (Martin) Martykanova and 
great-grandchildren Adeina and Hynek; and his loving companion Vivian 
Humphrey.
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Beatrice 
(Kaba) Fischer; wife, Doris Fischer; and his sister Jacqueline (Don) 
Prickett. 
 A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 28, 2021 at the First 
Christian Church in Plainville at 2 PM. A Visitation will be held on 
Thursday at the church from 2 PM until 8 PM with family receiving 
friends from 5PM until 7PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Rooks County Historical Society and 
may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67663.

Neil Harmon Fischer

Howard was born January 28,1935 on a farmstead north of Arnold, 
Kansas to Everett and Jessie (Charles) Haug. Howard passed away 
peacefully in his sleep on May 22, 2021.

They moved to Gravette, Arkansas during his very young years then 
moved back to Kansas to a farm north of Arnold where he attended country
 school. He loved to spend his time riding his bicycle, hunting, and 
fishing.

He'd always bring his 'catch' home no matter how awful. From coyotes 
to skunks to raccoons and many other wild creatures, much to his 
mother’s chagrin!

Howard married Rosanna Herrman October 21, 1956 at Ness, Kansas. To 
this union were born three children; Diane, Howard Jr., and Philip. 
Howard and Rosanna lived all over southeast Kansas in their early years 
together before settling in Garden City where they stayed for over 40 
years. Howard worked as the Yard Supervisor at Cash and Carry Lumber for
 40 plus years and Rosanna worked as a nurse at St. Catherines' Hospital
 for 20 years. Howard loved to spend his weekends deer hunting at his 
cabin in Trego County.

Howard and Rosanna retired to Ransom Kansas where they spent their 
last 20+ years together. He spent his time in retirement out at his 
cabin, hunting, raising cattle, planting big gardens of potatoes, 
vegetables, wheat, cane, and pumpkins which he loved to share with all 
the town folks.

He also raised burros for several years and even won first place in the Old Settler's Parade with his burros.

Howard loved his family and fed them well. Howard took very good care
 of his wife Ann, he cooked for her and helped her with daily tasks. He 
was a generous and kindhearted man who always helped someone when they 
needed a helping hand. One of his many joys was feeding all his 
grandkids when they'd come to visit. He will always be remembered for 
his famous Angus beef cheeseburgers and home-made pancakes.

Howard is preceded in death by both parents, brothers Kenneth and Dallas Haug, son Phil and daughter-in-law Sheila Haug,

Howard is survived by his wife Rosanna of 64 years, daughter Diane 
and her husband Mitch Keim, son Howard (Sonny) Jr. and wife Cheryl Haug,
 9 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great 
grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place and small private memorial for the family will follow at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be given to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1622060013103.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Howard was born January 28,1935 on a farmstead north of Arnold, 
Kansas to Everett and Jessie (Charles) Haug. Howard passed away 
peacefully in his sleep on May 22, 2021.They moved to Gravette, Arkansas during his very young years then 
moved back to Kansas to a farm north of Arnold where he attended country
 school. He loved to spend his time riding his bicycle, hunting, and 
fishing.He'd always bring his 'catch' home no matter how awful. From coyotes 
to skunks to raccoons and many other wild creatures, much to his 
mother’s chagrin!Howard married Rosanna Herrman October 21, 1956 at Ness, Kansas. To 
this union were born three children; Diane, Howard Jr., and Philip. 
Howard and Rosanna lived all over southeast Kansas in their early years 
together before settling in Garden City where they stayed for over 40 
years. Howard worked as the Yard Supervisor at Cash and Carry Lumber for
 40 plus years and Rosanna worked as a nurse at St. Catherines' Hospital
 for 20 years. Howard loved to spend his weekends deer hunting at his 
cabin in Trego County.Howard and Rosanna retired to Ransom Kansas where they spent their 
last 20+ years together. He spent his time in retirement out at his 
cabin, hunting, raising cattle, planting big gardens of potatoes, 
vegetables, wheat, cane, and pumpkins which he loved to share with all 
the town folks.He also raised burros for several years and even won first place in the Old Settler's Parade with his burros.Howard loved his family and fed them well. Howard took very good care
 of his wife Ann, he cooked for her and helped her with daily tasks. He 
was a generous and kindhearted man who always helped someone when they 
needed a helping hand. One of his many joys was feeding all his 
grandkids when they'd come to visit. He will always be remembered for 
his famous Angus beef cheeseburgers and home-made pancakes.Howard is preceded in death by both parents, brothers Kenneth and Dallas Haug, son Phil and daughter-in-law Sheila Haug,Howard is survived by his wife Rosanna of 64 years, daughter Diane 
and her husband Mitch Keim, son Howard (Sonny) Jr. and wife Cheryl Haug,
 9 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great 
grandchildren.Cremation has taken place and small private memorial for the family will follow at a later date.Memorial contributions may be given to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Howard Eugene Haug Sr.

Larry Dinkel, 64, of Oakley, KS, left this earth on May 23, 2021. He was
 born October 30, 1956, in WaKeeney, KS, to Ralph and Rubina Dinkel, the
 3rd of four brothers. 
Larry grew up in Oakley, KS, attending St. Joseph’s Catholic Grade School and Oakley High School. 
In high school Larry enjoyed playing football and wrestling. He was a 
state medal winner of the 1974 state wrestling championship team. Later 
in life, Larry spent time following and supporting local athletics. He 
was a fan of numerous sports. Larry developed a passion for following 
the Kansas City Chiefs. He became a devoted season ticket holder, which 
embarked on a lifelong love of road trips to Arrowhead stadium. 
Larry went to work for Jim Mitten Trucking in 1978, as a driver. In 
1980, Larry and his father Ralph, purchased the company from Jim and 
Estelene Mitten. Then, in 1989, Larry and Dina bought out Ralph’s shares
 and continue to run the company today. 
On November 25, 1988, Larry married Dina Rae Wright. With this union, he became a dad to Darrin, Challis and Tye. 
Larry was involved in many organizations, including serving as President
 of the Kansas Motor Carriers Association and President of Oakley 
Country Club. 
Larry was preceded in death by his father Ralph and his mother Rubina. 
Larry will be deeply missed by his wife of 33 years, Dina; two sons, 
Darrin Wright, and friend Danelle Okeson, of Salina and Tye Wright, and 
wife Anne, of Douglass; daughter Challis Zerr, and husband Alan, of 
Oakley; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Baalmann Mortuary, 
Oakley. Funeral Service is 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 28, at the Buffalo 
Bill Cultural Center, Oakley, with burial in the Oakley City Cemetery. 
Memorials may be made to the Logan County EMS, Logan County Hospital, or
 the Kansas Motor Carriers Association (KMCA) Foundation Scholarship and
 sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1622050199284.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Larry Dinkel, 64, of Oakley, KS, left this earth on May 23, 2021. He was
 born October 30, 1956, in WaKeeney, KS, to Ralph and Rubina Dinkel, the
 3rd of four brothers. 
Larry grew up in Oakley, KS, attending St. Joseph’s Catholic Grade School and Oakley High School. 
In high school Larry enjoyed playing football and wrestling. He was a 
state medal winner of the 1974 state wrestling championship team. Later 
in life, Larry spent time following and supporting local athletics. He 
was a fan of numerous sports. Larry developed a passion for following 
the Kansas City Chiefs. He became a devoted season ticket holder, which 
embarked on a lifelong love of road trips to Arrowhead stadium. 
Larry went to work for Jim Mitten Trucking in 1978, as a driver. In 
1980, Larry and his father Ralph, purchased the company from Jim and 
Estelene Mitten. Then, in 1989, Larry and Dina bought out Ralph’s shares
 and continue to run the company today. 
On November 25, 1988, Larry married Dina Rae Wright. With this union, he became a dad to Darrin, Challis and Tye. 
Larry was involved in many organizations, including serving as President
 of the Kansas Motor Carriers Association and President of Oakley 
Country Club. 
Larry was preceded in death by his father Ralph and his mother Rubina. 
Larry will be deeply missed by his wife of 33 years, Dina; two sons, 
Darrin Wright, and friend Danelle Okeson, of Salina and Tye Wright, and 
wife Anne, of Douglass; daughter Challis Zerr, and husband Alan, of 
Oakley; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Baalmann Mortuary, 
Oakley. Funeral Service is 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 28, at the Buffalo 
Bill Cultural Center, Oakley, with burial in the Oakley City Cemetery. 
Memorials may be made to the Logan County EMS, Logan County Hospital, or
 the Kansas Motor Carriers Association (KMCA) Foundation Scholarship and
 sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Larry Dinkel

Edgar
 Elwyn Wright, age 80, entered into rest on May 17, 2021, at Mount Joseph
 Senior Village, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born February 10, 1941, in 
Jewell County, Kansas, to Glenn Ray and Ida Agnes (Miles) Wright.

Wright
 was a 1959 graduate of Ionia High School.&nbsp; He&nbsp;married Patricia “Pat” 
Eilers on May 25, 1962, in Hays, Kansas. She preceded him in death on 
October 7, 2016.

Wright
 received his Bachelor’s Degree in English from Fort Hays State 
University in 1963 and his School Administration Masters in 1968.&nbsp; 
He&nbsp;received a Masters from Kansas State University in Behavioral 
Disorders in 1988.

Wright
 started his teaching career in Oberlin, Kansas. He then taught in 
Mankato and moved to Summerfield, Kansas as a high school principal. 
Wright was a high school principal at Washington High School, 
Washington, Kansas. He then went to Clifton-Clyde High School, Clyde, 
Kansas. The Wright’s moved to El Paso, Tx. where he worked in Behavioral
 Education at DeValle High School. Wright retired from education after 
teaching Special Education at Garden City High School in Garden City, 
Kansas. In retirement, he and his wife moved to Montrose, Kansas before 
moving to Concordia.

He is survived by his two daughters, Kelli Wright of Stockton and Sammi Wright of Stuttgart, Germany.

He was preceded in death by his wife Pat, parents, Glenn and Ida and sisters, Merna Keeler (Nelson) and Ardeth McGinnis (Nolan).

Cremation
 has taken place and a Celebration of Life Service will be announced at a
 later time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements are under the care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral 
Home, Concordia.

Memorial Contributions may be given to First United Methodist Church, Concordia, c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.

For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1622043251247.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Edgar
 Elwyn Wright, age 80, entered into rest on May 17, 2021, at Mount Joseph
 Senior Village, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born February 10, 1941, in 
Jewell County, Kansas, to Glenn Ray and Ida Agnes (Miles) Wright.Wright
 was a 1959 graduate of Ionia High School.&nbsp; He&nbsp;married Patricia “Pat” 
Eilers on May 25, 1962, in Hays, Kansas. She preceded him in death on 
October 7, 2016.Wright
 received his Bachelor’s Degree in English from Fort Hays State 
University in 1963 and his School Administration Masters in 1968.&nbsp; 
He&nbsp;received a Masters from Kansas State University in Behavioral 
Disorders in 1988.Wright
 started his teaching career in Oberlin, Kansas. He then taught in 
Mankato and moved to Summerfield, Kansas as a high school principal. 
Wright was a high school principal at Washington High School, 
Washington, Kansas. He then went to Clifton-Clyde High School, Clyde, 
Kansas. The Wright’s moved to El Paso, Tx. where he worked in Behavioral
 Education at DeValle High School. Wright retired from education after 
teaching Special Education at Garden City High School in Garden City, 
Kansas. In retirement, he and his wife moved to Montrose, Kansas before 
moving to Concordia.He is survived by his two daughters, Kelli Wright of Stockton and Sammi Wright of Stuttgart, Germany.He was preceded in death by his wife Pat, parents, Glenn and Ida and sisters, Merna Keeler (Nelson) and Ardeth McGinnis (Nolan).Cremation
 has taken place and a Celebration of Life Service will be announced at a
 later time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements are under the care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral 
Home, Concordia.Memorial Contributions may be given to First United Methodist Church, Concordia, c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>

Edgar E. Wright

Former Salida resident Jeanne Adele Schoech, 76, died April 20, 2021, in
 Clifton, Colorado. 


Jeanne was born October 18, 1944, to Maxine Bradbury and Gene Stanwood. 
Jeanne grew up in Ellis, Kansas. Jeanne’s fondest memories of her 
childhood included a love of dance, travels with her Grandpa Max, and 
the joys of growing up in a small town. She later attended Fort Hays 
State University where she furthered her love of the arts. 

 
In 1966, she married David Schoech. During the first years of their 
marriage, Jeanne and David lived in California while David served in the
 Navy. A desire to be close to family brought the young couple back to 
Kansas in 1970. 

Jeanne savored these years being close to family but 
also found joy fostering her own personal love of dance. Jeanne opened 
her own dance studio in the basement of their family home. It wasn’t 
long before Jeanne’s studio expanded and she was busy offering classes 
and coordinating recitals. Jeanne’s love of dance was also shared with 
all of her children, as each of her four children took classes, 
performed in recitals, and continued through the generations. 
In 1986, Jeanne and David followed their dream of moving to Colorado. 
Jeanne continued to teach dance but also discovered a love for teaching 
in schools. Jeanne spent many years working as a paraprofessional 
supporting students receiving special education services related to an 
emotional or behavioral disability. Jeanne had an amazing way of 
blending all the things she loved in life. 

Her professional work was no 
different. During her time working in schools, Jeanne brought dance, 
dogs, and her love of reading to students. Jeanne developed Paws for 
Reading, an after school reading program where students had an 
opportunity to read aloud to a dog, Kids in Action, which provided 
creative dance lessons to elementary students, and provided the students
 she supported access to unlimited love, devotion, trust, and learning 
through her development Dog Days, a therapy and dog training program 
utilized in the special education classroom where Jeanne taught. Jeanne 
savored her many adventures with dogs and captured this in the book she 
published titled Hank and Company: Paws for Therapy. 

 
After Jeanne had finished raising her children, she fulfilled a lifelong
 dream of obtaining a college education. Jeanne left her home of Salida,
 Colorado for the big city. She moved to Aurora, Colorado and completed 
her Associate of the Arts degree, and went on to work as an educator in 
preschools. She also continued to advocate for students and dogs by 
developing a therapy dog organization at a local residential treatment 
center. Jeanne always believed in the healing bond that is built between
 a dog and a human and modeled this belief all her life.  
Jeanne spent the last years of her life living in Clifton, Colorado. She
 was thankful for the time spent closer to her daughter Jana, and two 
grandchildren, Josh and Morgan. 

During this time, Jeanne continued to 
support her love of dogs by becoming a board member of the Grand Valley 
Kennel Club where she supported the annual dog show, volunteering with 
students to provide a foundation of dog knowledge, and contributing to 
the animal care fair.  
Jeanne’s creativity, wisdom, and determination were evident throughout 
her life! She had an amazing ability to find gratitude in the moment. 
She was intentional in noticing the snow-capped mountains, the blue sky,
 the “fairies” in her garden, or the leaves crunching under her feet. 
She relished in time with family, friendships, sitting on the patio, 
trips to New Mexico, garage sales, the sight of a hummingbird, homegrown
 tomatoes, family traditions, a dog at her side, fresh flowers, a good 
book, dancing, watching the Grand Mesa turn pink, telling stories, and 
laughing. 

Her family and friends are reminded of these words when 
remembering Jeanne: “you have done all this without a word, a touch or a
 deed. You have done this by being yourself.” There is no question 
Jeanne’s love of life and family will live on forever. 

 
Jeanne was preceded in death by her husband, David Schoech, 
grandparents, Della and Max Underhill, mother, Maxine Bradbury, and 
father, Gene Stanwood. 

 
Survivors include son, Michael, and wife Mary Schoech, of Russell, 
Kansas, son, Todd and wife, Christine (Kris) Schoech of Salida, 
Colorado; daughter, Jana Schoech of Grand Junction, Colorado, daughter, 
Laura Trapp and husband Jim Trapp of Loveland, Colorado; grandson, 
Justin Schoech, grandson, Matt Schoech, granddaughter, Jessica Schoech, 
grandson, Josh Reynolds, granddaughter, Morgan Reynolds, grandson, 
Easton Trapp, granddaughter, Presley Trapp, and a great-grandchild, 
Analeigha and David Schoech.  Also surviving is a brother, Donald 
Bradbury. 
Burial and service are planned at Mount Hope Cemetery, Ellis Kansas on 
July 24, 2021, at 10:00 am. A brunch at Ellis Public Library will follow.


Please take a moment to read or share a memory about Jeanne by visiting
 the following link: <a href="https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/grand-junction-co/jeanne-schoech-10162165">https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/grand-junction-co/jeanne-schoech-10162165</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621948547240.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Former Salida resident Jeanne Adele Schoech, 76, died April 20, 2021, in
 Clifton, Colorado. 
Jeanne was born October 18, 1944, to Maxine Bradbury and Gene Stanwood. 
Jeanne grew up in Ellis, Kansas. Jeanne’s fondest memories of her 
childhood included a love of dance, travels with her Grandpa Max, and 
the joys of growing up in a small town. She later attended Fort Hays 
State University where she furthered her love of the arts. 
In 1966, she married David Schoech. During the first years of their 
marriage, Jeanne and David lived in California while David served in the
 Navy. A desire to be close to family brought the young couple back to 
Kansas in 1970. Jeanne savored these years being close to family but 
also found joy fostering her own personal love of dance. Jeanne opened 
her own dance studio in the basement of their family home. It wasn’t 
long before Jeanne’s studio expanded and she was busy offering classes 
and coordinating recitals. Jeanne’s love of dance was also shared with 
all of her children, as each of her four children took classes, 
performed in recitals, and continued through the generations. 
In 1986, Jeanne and David followed their dream of moving to Colorado. 
Jeanne continued to teach dance but also discovered a love for teaching 
in schools. Jeanne spent many years working as a paraprofessional 
supporting students receiving special education services related to an 
emotional or behavioral disability. Jeanne had an amazing way of 
blending all the things she loved in life. Her professional work was no 
different. During her time working in schools, Jeanne brought dance, 
dogs, and her love of reading to students. Jeanne developed Paws for 
Reading, an after school reading program where students had an 
opportunity to read aloud to a dog, Kids in Action, which provided 
creative dance lessons to elementary students, and provided the students
 she supported access to unlimited love, devotion, trust, and learning 
through her development Dog Days, a therapy and dog training program 
utilized in the special education classroom where Jeanne taught. Jeanne 
savored her many adventures with dogs and captured this in the book she 
published titled Hank and Company: Paws for Therapy. 
After Jeanne had finished raising her children, she fulfilled a lifelong
 dream of obtaining a college education. Jeanne left her home of Salida,
 Colorado for the big city. She moved to Aurora, Colorado and completed 
her Associate of the Arts degree, and went on to work as an educator in 
preschools. She also continued to advocate for students and dogs by 
developing a therapy dog organization at a local residential treatment 
center. Jeanne always believed in the healing bond that is built between
 a dog and a human and modeled this belief all her life. 
Jeanne spent the last years of her life living in Clifton, Colorado. She
 was thankful for the time spent closer to her daughter Jana, and two 
grandchildren, Josh and Morgan. During this time, Jeanne continued to 
support her love of dogs by becoming a board member of the Grand Valley 
Kennel Club where she supported the annual dog show, volunteering with 
students to provide a foundation of dog knowledge, and contributing to 
the animal care fair. 
Jeanne’s creativity, wisdom, and determination were evident throughout 
her life! She had an amazing ability to find gratitude in the moment. 
She was intentional in noticing the snow-capped mountains, the blue sky,
 the “fairies” in her garden, or the leaves crunching under her feet. 
She relished in time with family, friendships, sitting on the patio, 
trips to New Mexico, garage sales, the sight of a hummingbird, homegrown
 tomatoes, family traditions, a dog at her side, fresh flowers, a good 
book, dancing, watching the Grand Mesa turn pink, telling stories, and 
laughing. Her family and friends are reminded of these words when 
remembering Jeanne: “you have done all this without a word, a touch or a
 deed. You have done this by being yourself.” There is no question 
Jeanne’s love of life and family will live on forever. 
Jeanne was preceded in death by her husband, David Schoech, 
grandparents, Della and Max Underhill, mother, Maxine Bradbury, and 
father, Gene Stanwood. 
Survivors include son, Michael, and wife Mary Schoech, of Russell, 
Kansas, son, Todd and wife, Christine (Kris) Schoech of Salida, 
Colorado; daughter, Jana Schoech of Grand Junction, Colorado, daughter, 
Laura Trapp and husband Jim Trapp of Loveland, Colorado; grandson, 
Justin Schoech, grandson, Matt Schoech, granddaughter, Jessica Schoech, 
grandson, Josh Reynolds, granddaughter, Morgan Reynolds, grandson, 
Easton Trapp, granddaughter, Presley Trapp, and a great-grandchild, 
Analeigha and David Schoech. Also surviving is a brother, Donald 
Bradbury. 
Burial and service are planned at Mount Hope Cemetery, Ellis Kansas on 
July 24, 2021, at 10:00 am. A brunch at Ellis Public Library will follow.
 Please take a moment to read or share a memory about Jeanne by visiting
 the following link: <a href="https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/grand-junction-co/jeanne-schoech-10162165">https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/grand-junction-co/jeanne-schoech-10162165</a>

Jeanne Adele Schoech

How does one condense a person's full, adventurous life into just a few, short paragraphs?
 For the people that knew Wade, it really is not necessary. We have 
our memories of a fella that was tough and strong on the outside yet 
wore his heart on his sleeve. He was a teller of BIG stories and 
thoroughly enjoyed playing any kind of game or any prank. Wade believed 
in working hard and playing hard. His boys learned very early on to 
never say they were bored as he was the ultimate taskmaster.
 To those who met Wade in passing, or while making a deal, you only 
saw a smidgen of a great guy. You may have noticed his clever, creative,
 artistic side as he built decks, carved antlers, or created lariat rope
 lamps. Many have witnessed his hunting prowess, always knowing where 
the pheasant or coyote would be. Some have seen that he was an intuitive
 horseman that could calm a colt or rope a steer.
 Wade's young buddies know he spent his early years drifting between 
the Hill City, Kansas school system and the family farm, the swimming 
pool, out to Grandpa Tiny's to hunt or to Grandpa Critchfield’s for 
butterscotch pudding. He enjoyed playing baseball, (not watching it) and
 drag racing down Hwy 24, but it was mostly all about hunting or rodeo.
 To Michelle Graham, Wade was her treasure. They met the spring of 
1983 in Hays, Kansas, at the stable where they both boarded their 
horses, and they were married by that October. They were blessed with 
two amazing sons, Hylan Koby in 1988 and then in 1993, Bryce Kannen was 
born. Wade loved being called "Grandpa" by Hylan's sons, Kael and Kaden,
 the two rays of sunshine in his life.
 For those of us who worked with Wade, we remember his determination 
to do things "The Critchfield Way". Much of his adult life, he worked 
for his brother Stan at Superior Mobile Home Moving, Inc. While living 
in Colorado Springs for seven years, he owned and operated his 
residential painting business, but also found his real passion when he 
started to buy and sell at flea markets. He followed his love of 
everything Western and joined the National Western Bit and Spur Assoc., 
going to cowboy shows from Texas to Wyoming. Wade also had shorter 
stints as a pen rider at Penokee Feedlot, cowboyed for Legere Ranch in 
New Mexico, as well as farming and running his own herd of Red Angus 
cows.
 To all his family and friends, please know that Wade held your 
relationships close to his heart and appreciated everything he had 
learned from you. He never forgot a trade he had made. He remembered who
 had taught him to waterski, how to build a straight fence, recognize a 
fake antique, ride a bull, fly a plane (if only for 30 seconds!), finish
 concrete or swing a golf club. He always seemed to figure things out. 
 Wade fell asleep in death with bravery and faith in Jehovah's 
promises for the future, on May 16, 2021 at the Graham County Hospital 
in Hill City, Kansas.
 Wade was proceeded in death by his dad Jesse Junior Critchfield, his
 brother Stanley Critchfield and two nephews. Wade has left behind his 
wife Michelle of Hill City; his son Hylan with wife Samantha (Cano), 
Kael and Kaden of Colby; his son Bryce of Hill City; his mother Yvonne 
(Stinemetz) Critchfield of Hill City; his sister Charlene Yearout with 
Phil of Andover; his sister Colleen Herlevich with Dan of Littleton, 
Colorado; sister-in-law Sherry Critchfield of Bend, Oregon, plus many 
nieces and nephews.
 A private family graveside service will be held later. 
 HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621886824882.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>How does one condense a person's full, adventurous life into just a few, short paragraphs?
 For the people that knew Wade, it really is not necessary. We have 
our memories of a fella that was tough and strong on the outside yet 
wore his heart on his sleeve. He was a teller of BIG stories and 
thoroughly enjoyed playing any kind of game or any prank. Wade believed 
in working hard and playing hard. His boys learned very early on to 
never say they were bored as he was the ultimate taskmaster.
 To those who met Wade in passing, or while making a deal, you only 
saw a smidgen of a great guy. You may have noticed his clever, creative,
 artistic side as he built decks, carved antlers, or created lariat rope
 lamps. Many have witnessed his hunting prowess, always knowing where 
the pheasant or coyote would be. Some have seen that he was an intuitive
 horseman that could calm a colt or rope a steer.
 Wade's young buddies know he spent his early years drifting between 
the Hill City, Kansas school system and the family farm, the swimming 
pool, out to Grandpa Tiny's to hunt or to Grandpa Critchfield’s for 
butterscotch pudding. He enjoyed playing baseball, (not watching it) and
 drag racing down Hwy 24, but it was mostly all about hunting or rodeo.
 To Michelle Graham, Wade was her treasure. They met the spring of 
1983 in Hays, Kansas, at the stable where they both boarded their 
horses, and they were married by that October. They were blessed with 
two amazing sons, Hylan Koby in 1988 and then in 1993, Bryce Kannen was 
born. Wade loved being called "Grandpa" by Hylan's sons, Kael and Kaden,
 the two rays of sunshine in his life.
 For those of us who worked with Wade, we remember his determination 
to do things "The Critchfield Way". Much of his adult life, he worked 
for his brother Stan at Superior Mobile Home Moving, Inc. While living 
in Colorado Springs for seven years, he owned and operated his 
residential painting business, but also found his real passion when he 
started to buy and sell at flea markets. He followed his love of 
everything Western and joined the National Western Bit and Spur Assoc., 
going to cowboy shows from Texas to Wyoming. Wade also had shorter 
stints as a pen rider at Penokee Feedlot, cowboyed for Legere Ranch in 
New Mexico, as well as farming and running his own herd of Red Angus 
cows.
 To all his family and friends, please know that Wade held your 
relationships close to his heart and appreciated everything he had 
learned from you. He never forgot a trade he had made. He remembered who
 had taught him to waterski, how to build a straight fence, recognize a 
fake antique, ride a bull, fly a plane (if only for 30 seconds!), finish
 concrete or swing a golf club. He always seemed to figure things out. 
 Wade fell asleep in death with bravery and faith in Jehovah's 
promises for the future, on May 16, 2021 at the Graham County Hospital 
in Hill City, Kansas.
 Wade was proceeded in death by his dad Jesse Junior Critchfield, his
 brother Stanley Critchfield and two nephews. Wade has left behind his 
wife Michelle of Hill City; his son Hylan with wife Samantha (Cano), 
Kael and Kaden of Colby; his son Bryce of Hill City; his mother Yvonne 
(Stinemetz) Critchfield of Hill City; his sister Charlene Yearout with 
Phil of Andover; his sister Colleen Herlevich with Dan of Littleton, 
Colorado; sister-in-law Sherry Critchfield of Bend, Oregon, plus many 
nieces and nephews.
 A private family graveside service will be held later. 
 HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN

Mark Wade Critchfield

Mark “Papa” Darin Brightbill, 55, of Salina, passed away peacefully 
with his family by his side on Friday, May 21, 2021.&nbsp; Mark was born in 
Salina on April 22, 1966, to Fred and Ardyth (Sims) Brightbill.&nbsp;

He is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Karen, Salina; 
daughter, Laney Roths (Dustin), Hays; son, Mason (Grace), Overland Park;
 and two grandchildren, his pride and joy, Nolan and Scarlett Roths.

Mark is also survived by his parents, Fred and Ardyth Brightbill; 
siblings, Scott Brightbill, Trace Brightbill (Sandy), and Nicole Wisbey 
(Steve), all of Salina; his father and mother-in-law, Austin and Barbara
 Allen, Salina; brothers-in-law, Rick Allen (Theresa), Shawnee, and Ron 
Allen (Sandy), Seattle, Wash.; and sister-in-law, Kathy Clark (Chris), 
Salina; several nieces and nephews; other relatives; and a host of 
friends. This list would not be complete without mentioning his best 
friend, faithful canine companion, and napping partner, Zoe.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Thelma Brightbill, and Wilson and Letta Sims, Salina.

Mark attended Kansas State University upon graduating from Salina 
South High School.&nbsp; His Hodgkin’s Lymphoma diagnosis put his college 
career on hold while he received treatment. During that time he worked 
various jobs, including A&amp;B Machine, where he grew up working side 
by side with his father and brothers.&nbsp;

While in Salina, he met and fell in love with his lifetime partner, 
and they were united in marriage on October 11, 1986, at First Covenant 
Church.&nbsp; His mechanical background landed him a position with Boeing 
Aerospace Operations working on the B1B Bomber Simulator in Alabama, 
Texas, and Wichita, Kan.&nbsp; Family ties brought them back to Salina where 
he completed his degree in Mechanical Engineering at K-State Salina.&nbsp; 
His skills were put to use at KASA Industrial Controls and Exline until 
he found his way back to his roots at A&amp;B Machine.&nbsp; Mark and Karen 
purchased A&amp;B from his parents and ran it for 10 years before his 
health forced him to retire in 2019.

Mark’s successful career waned in comparison to his personal success 
as a husband, father, Papa, son, uncle, and friend.&nbsp; He will forever be 
remembered for his love of life, whether it was playing cards and games,
 restoring cars, creating art, playing golf, or his favorite passion – 
weekend fishing with his friends of the Air Capital Bass Masters Club or
 trips to Texoma with family and friends.&nbsp; Mark found ways to make an 
impact without being in the spotlight.&nbsp; His behind the scenes giving, 
truly from the heart, benefitted many in the community.&nbsp; He was always 
thinking of others and lending an ear.&nbsp; His grit and determination to 
walk his daughter down the aisle awarded him the Mettle of Honor at 
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in 2016.&nbsp; Mark’s claim to fame was his 
debut as Mr. August in the Madonna 2016 calendar.&nbsp; He was also active in
 Relay for Life and volunteered at Camp Hope, a camp for children who 
have or have had cancer.

Visitation will be Thursday, May 27 from 4-8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, 
137 N. 8th, Salina, Kan., with family present from 6-8.&nbsp; A funeral 
service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 28 at First Covenant 
Church, 2625 E. Magnolia Rd., Salina, Kan., followed by a graveside 
service at All Saints Catholic Cemetery.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to one of the following:&nbsp; 
KyMel, Inc., (formerly known as Camp Hope), First Tee – Salina, or to 
Friends of Salina Animal Shelter, care of Ryan Mortuary.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621875477709.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Mark “Papa” Darin Brightbill, 55, of Salina, passed away peacefully 
with his family by his side on Friday, May 21, 2021.&nbsp; Mark was born in 
Salina on April 22, 1966, to Fred and Ardyth (Sims) Brightbill.&nbsp;He is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Karen, Salina; 
daughter, Laney Roths (Dustin), Hays; son, Mason (Grace), Overland Park;
 and two grandchildren, his pride and joy, Nolan and Scarlett Roths.Mark is also survived by his parents, Fred and Ardyth Brightbill; 
siblings, Scott Brightbill, Trace Brightbill (Sandy), and Nicole Wisbey 
(Steve), all of Salina; his father and mother-in-law, Austin and Barbara
 Allen, Salina; brothers-in-law, Rick Allen (Theresa), Shawnee, and Ron 
Allen (Sandy), Seattle, Wash.; and sister-in-law, Kathy Clark (Chris), 
Salina; several nieces and nephews; other relatives; and a host of 
friends. This list would not be complete without mentioning his best 
friend, faithful canine companion, and napping partner, Zoe.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Thelma Brightbill, and Wilson and Letta Sims, Salina.Mark attended Kansas State University upon graduating from Salina 
South High School.&nbsp; His Hodgkin’s Lymphoma diagnosis put his college 
career on hold while he received treatment. During that time he worked 
various jobs, including A&amp;B Machine, where he grew up working side 
by side with his father and brothers.&nbsp;While in Salina, he met and fell in love with his lifetime partner, 
and they were united in marriage on October 11, 1986, at First Covenant 
Church.&nbsp; His mechanical background landed him a position with Boeing 
Aerospace Operations working on the B1B Bomber Simulator in Alabama, 
Texas, and Wichita, Kan.&nbsp; Family ties brought them back to Salina where 
he completed his degree in Mechanical Engineering at K-State Salina.&nbsp; 
His skills were put to use at KASA Industrial Controls and Exline until 
he found his way back to his roots at A&amp;B Machine.&nbsp; Mark and Karen 
purchased A&amp;B from his parents and ran it for 10 years before his 
health forced him to retire in 2019.Mark’s successful career waned in comparison to his personal success 
as a husband, father, Papa, son, uncle, and friend.&nbsp; He will forever be 
remembered for his love of life, whether it was playing cards and games,
 restoring cars, creating art, playing golf, or his favorite passion – 
weekend fishing with his friends of the Air Capital Bass Masters Club or
 trips to Texoma with family and friends.&nbsp; Mark found ways to make an 
impact without being in the spotlight.&nbsp; His behind the scenes giving, 
truly from the heart, benefitted many in the community.&nbsp; He was always 
thinking of others and lending an ear.&nbsp; His grit and determination to 
walk his daughter down the aisle awarded him the Mettle of Honor at 
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in 2016.&nbsp; Mark’s claim to fame was his 
debut as Mr. August in the Madonna 2016 calendar.&nbsp; He was also active in
 Relay for Life and volunteered at Camp Hope, a camp for children who 
have or have had cancer.Visitation will be Thursday, May 27 from 4-8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, 
137 N. 8th, Salina, Kan., with family present from 6-8.&nbsp; A funeral 
service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 28 at First Covenant 
Church, 2625 E. Magnolia Rd., Salina, Kan., followed by a graveside 
service at All Saints Catholic Cemetery.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to one of the following:&nbsp; 
KyMel, Inc., (formerly known as Camp Hope), First Tee – Salina, or to 
Friends of Salina Animal Shelter, care of Ryan Mortuary.

Mark 'Papa' Darin Brightbill

Jerry Lee Niedens, 89, of WaKeeney, Kan., passed away Friday, May 21,
 2021. He was born September 28, 1931, in Brownell, Kan., to Alexander 
and Esther (Eichman) Niedens.

Jerry and Hedwig “Hedy” Deines were united in marriage on October 8, 
1950, in WaKeeney. They raised their family in WaKeeney, where he farmed 
and ran Niedens Trucking.

Survivors include his wife of over 70 years, Hedy; daughters, Debra 
Niedens, Salina, and Janelle Harshberger (Kevin), Louisburg; son, Verl 
Niedens (Karen), Goddard; grandchildren, Luke Thompson (Erin Koch), Joel
 Thompson (Alicia), Allison Harshberger (Ben Hessney), Jacob Niedens 
(Leslie Landohl), and Will Niedens; step-grandchildren, Shellie Brandt, 
Heidi Brandt (Ivo Barata), and Linsey Floyd (Ryan); great-grandchildren,
 Brayden Niedens, Logan Thompson, Helena Thompson; 
step-great-grandchildren, Ivan Barata, Izac Barata, Scottie Floyd, and 
Karter Floyd.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Ross Niedens.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621862974147.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jerry Lee Niedens, 89, of WaKeeney, Kan., passed away Friday, May 21,
 2021. He was born September 28, 1931, in Brownell, Kan., to Alexander 
and Esther (Eichman) Niedens.Jerry and Hedwig “Hedy” Deines were united in marriage on October 8, 
1950, in WaKeeney. They raised their family in WaKeeney, where he farmed 
and ran Niedens Trucking.Survivors include his wife of over 70 years, Hedy; daughters, Debra 
Niedens, Salina, and Janelle Harshberger (Kevin), Louisburg; son, Verl 
Niedens (Karen), Goddard; grandchildren, Luke Thompson (Erin Koch), Joel
 Thompson (Alicia), Allison Harshberger (Ben Hessney), Jacob Niedens 
(Leslie Landohl), and Will Niedens; step-grandchildren, Shellie Brandt, 
Heidi Brandt (Ivo Barata), and Linsey Floyd (Ryan); great-grandchildren,
 Brayden Niedens, Logan Thompson, Helena Thompson; 
step-great-grandchildren, Ivan Barata, Izac Barata, Scottie Floyd, and 
Karter Floyd.He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Ross Niedens.A memorial service will be Friday, May 28, 10:30 a.m. at Bethlehem 
Lutheran Church, Wakeeney, with burial in WaKeeney City Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Wakeeney, in care of the church or Ryan Mortuary, Salina.