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SALINA Audrey’s life began on December 13, 1925, in Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She is the daughter of Tony “T’B.” Colvin and Eva Mae (Berg) Colvin.&nbsp;

 She is a graduate of Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; 

She was united in marriage to Alva Hysom on June 19, 1943, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Thus began a wonderful and loving relationship blessed with four children,&nbsp; Sue, who joined the Lord November 15, 2021, Steve, Sandy and Jerry. They were always teasing over who Mom loved the most. 

Audrey was a homemaker most of her life except for a few years that she worked at McCoy’s Bookstore.&nbsp; She was also called to be a pastor’s wife and was active at several churches that Alva pastored as a United Methodist minister.&nbsp; But if the truth be told, she was the quiet strength in Al’s ministry. Her life exemplified compassionate Christian love to all she met. 

Audrey’s greatest joy was her family which includes her children Steve (Arlene) Hysom of El Dorado, Hysom of Wichita and Jerry Hysom of Salina; grandchildren Cindy Vargas, Sandy (Tom) Lampo, Tim (Nicole) Utterback, Amy (Jeff) Belden, Beth (Bob) Hysom-Strandberg, Cheri Summers and Jamie (Brian) Morales; great-grandchildren Chantal (Adam) Rasnic, Chelsea (Dylan) Lefort, Makayla Vargas (fiancé Christian), Keagan Lampo, Kailey (Brandon) Moen, Racheal (Andrew) Cooper, Cierra (Stephen) Hinwood, Sadie (Jonathan) Utterback, Ella Utterback, Evelyn Utterback, Jamison, Taylor (Michael) Montgomery, Bryant (Mariah) Belden, Ariel Strandberg, Jacob Strandberg, Anya Summers, and great-great-grandchildren Aylah, Kasyn, Maeve, Austin, Aliyah, Bradleigh, Beckett, Rhyatt, Brooklyn, Creighton, Aaron, Emberly, Genevieve, Sophia, Moyza. &nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Sue Ellen Utterback and two brothers.&nbsp; 

Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Kanopolis United Methodist Church for her memorial service.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in the Kanopolis Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Memorial contributions in Audrey’s name may be directed to the Kanopolis United Methodist Church where her husband’s ministry began.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the family.&nbsp; 

Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Audrey at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/audrey-hysom">https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/audrey-hysom</a>December 13, 1925 - March 7, 2023SALINA Audrey’s life began on December 13, 1925, in Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She is the daughter of Tony “T’B.” Colvin and Eva Mae (Berg) Colvin.&nbsp; She is a graduate of Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Alva Hysom on June 19, 1943, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Thus began a wonderful and loving relationship blessed with four children,&nbsp; Sue, who joined the Lord November 15, 2021, Steve, Sandy and Jerry. They were always teasing over who Mom loved the most. Audrey was a homemaker most of her life except for a few years that she worked at McCoy’s Bookstore.&nbsp; She was also called to be a pastor’s wife and was active at several churches that Alva pastored as a United Methodist minister.&nbsp; But if the truth be told, she was the quiet strength in Al’s ministry. Her life exemplified compassionate Christian love to all she met. Audrey’s greatest joy was her family which includes her children Steve (Arlene) Hysom of El Dorado, Hysom of Wichita and Jerry Hysom of Salina; grandchildren Cindy Vargas, Sandy (Tom) Lampo, Tim (Nicole) Utterback, Amy (Jeff) Belden, Beth (Bob) Hysom-Strandberg, Cheri Summers and Jamie (Brian) Morales; great-grandchildren Chantal (Adam) Rasnic, Chelsea (Dylan) Lefort, Makayla Vargas (fiancé Christian), Keagan Lampo, Kailey (Brandon) Moen, Racheal (Andrew) Cooper, Cierra (Stephen) Hinwood, Sadie (Jonathan) Utterback, Ella Utterback, Evelyn Utterback, Jamison, Taylor (Michael) Montgomery, Bryant (Mariah) Belden, Ariel Strandberg, Jacob Strandberg, Anya Summers, and great-great-grandchildren Aylah, Kasyn, Maeve, Austin, Aliyah, Bradleigh, Beckett, Rhyatt, Brooklyn, Creighton, Aaron, Emberly, Genevieve, Sophia, Moyza. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Sue Ellen Utterback and two brothers.&nbsp; Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Kanopolis United Methodist Church for her memorial service.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in the Kanopolis Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Audrey’s name may be directed to the Kanopolis United Methodist Church where her husband’s ministry began.&nbsp;&nbsp;Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the family.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Audrey at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/eadc848b-e89e-4b0b-92c0-a98e41278567" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Audrey M Hysom, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/eadc848b-e89e-4b0b-92c0-a98e41278567" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Edna A. Pientka passed into the arms of Jesus March 8th at Salina Reginal Hospital, surrounded by family. She was born June 19th, 1934 near Garden City Kansas to Anton and Mary (Wassinger)&nbsp;Werth.

Edna was the youngest of 15 children. Her father died in the 1936 dust storms. 

The family moved to Salina at the beginning of Edna’s fourth grade, where she met her lifelong friend Mavis (Sandquist) Davis. 

Edna attended school through Sacred Heart High School, working part time at St. John’s Hospital from eighth grade until marriage.

Edna married John Pientka on November 22nd, 1952. All of their married life was spent in Abilene. John passed away February 23rd, 2018. 

Edna worked at the Duckwall office, for the Catholic bishop in Salina, Kansas Power and Light, and Kansas Gas Service doing secretarial work. Edna was active in her Church, D of I, Quilt Guild, Hospice and many, many volunteer activities during her lifetime. Edna loved deeply and was deeply loved by many. She will be missed.

Edna is survived by son, Steve (Sherilyn Brandt) of Abilene, four daughters, Connie Blodgett of Topeka, Jane (Jeff) Rufener of Abilene, Cecilia (Jay) Junghans of Topeka, Deanna (Doug) Niles of Topeka; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at St. Andrews Catholic Church from 10:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 14th. A luncheon will follow at the St. Andrews Catholic School Gymnasium. A private family burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.

The family suggests memorial contributions to be given to the St. Andrews Catholic Church or St. Andrews Catholic School. Memorials may be dropped off the of the service or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410. 

Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>June 19th, 1934 - March 8th, 2023Edna A. Pientka passed into the arms of Jesus March 8th at Salina Reginal Hospital, surrounded by family. She was born June 19th, 1934 near Garden City Kansas to Anton and Mary (Wassinger)&nbsp;Werth.Edna was the youngest of 15 children. Her father died in the 1936 dust storms. The family moved to Salina at the beginning of Edna’s fourth grade, where she met her lifelong friend Mavis (Sandquist) Davis. Edna attended school through Sacred Heart High School, working part time at St. John’s Hospital from eighth grade until marriage. Edna married John Pientka on November 22nd, 1952. All of their married life was spent in Abilene. John passed away February 23rd, 2018. Edna worked at the Duckwall office, for the Catholic bishop in Salina, Kansas Power and Light, and Kansas Gas Service doing secretarial work. Edna was active in her Church, D of I, Quilt Guild, Hospice and many, many volunteer activities during her lifetime. Edna loved deeply and was deeply loved by many. She will be missed.Edna is survived by son, Steve (Sherilyn Brandt) of Abilene, four daughters, Connie Blodgett of Topeka, Jane (Jeff) Rufener of Abilene, Cecilia (Jay) Junghans of Topeka, Deanna (Doug) Niles of Topeka; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at St. Andrews Catholic Church from 10:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 14th. A luncheon will follow at the St. Andrews Catholic School Gymnasium. A private family burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. The family suggests memorial contributions to be given to the St. Andrews Catholic Church or St. Andrews Catholic School. Memorials may be dropped off the of the service or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edna A. Pientka

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HOPE - Theresa (Kandt) Lorson, 93, of rural Hope, died Wed., March 8, 2023 at Via Christi, Manhattan surrounded by family. She was born on the family farm in the Shady Brook Community, rural Herington, Kansas to Heinrich Victor Edward and Sophia (Stroda) Kandt. 

She attended the Union District 18 country school and graduated from Woodbine High School where she excelled in track, specialized in speech and journalism, and graduated as salutatorian, class of 1947. 

After graduation, she worked for six months as a maid in the Junction City Hospital, followed by working two years in payroll and merchandise accounting at United Utilities in Abilene.

On October 15, 1949, she was united in marriage to Paul Lorson at St. John Catholic Church in Herington. He preceded her in death June 13, 2002. 

After marriage, they lived their entire lives on their farm near Hope. They were inseparable and loved to dance, fish, hunt, and travel together. They also worked side by side in almost everything including fixing fences, planting, and harvesting crops, working with the sheep before switching to cattle. Paul was an electrician and together they owned and operated Lorson Electric where, for many years, they also manufactured Handy-Dandy welders and shipped them throughout the U.S. 

Manufacturing began in their farm shop where they worked every chance between farming duties and late into the night building the welders after putting the kids to bed. After moving the shop into Hope and hiring more help, she served only as the secretary and treasurer for the electric and welder business. They also raised registered black German Shepherd dogs for many years, shipping them all over the U.S., many for placement in sheriff and police departments. Theresa was a Tupperware dealer for five years, during which she was once named ‘Dealer of the Year.’ She drove a 45-passenger school bus for Hope Rural Vista School District 481 for eighteen years, owned and operated the Hope Laundromat for nineteen years and was a National Weather Service observer for twenty years. Lastly, from July, 1991 thru December, 2020, she was an assistant at the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Hope.

In December, 1953, she was chosen to represent Hope, Kansas on Bob Hope’s first television “Christmas Special” in Hollywood, California, along with four other young ladies from towns named Hope in other states. With all expenses paid by the JELLO company, Theresa, Paul, and three-month old infant, flew to Hollywood for a week to sightsee, have dinner with Bob Hope and his wife, Dolores, and prepare for attending the show, returning home in time for Christmas. At the time, the television dealer owned the only TV in Hope, Kansas, so anyone who wanted to watch the program traveled to friends’ and relatives’ homes elsewhere who had television sets.

Theresa was an active member of St. Philip Catholic Church, Altar Society, National Council of Catholic Women, Young Farm Wives and Hope Community Historical Association. She was one of the historians for St. Phillip Catholic Church and sang in the choir. In 1986, she co-compiled the more than 200-page book on the history of Hope entitled “A Century of Hope.” She also enjoyed various writing styles and opportunities ranging from creating readings presented by her children at school contests to articles for local newspapers.

 Through it all, Theresa’s family always came first.

Survivors are three sons, Phillip Lorson, Hope; Eric Lorson, Salina; Barry Lorson, Hope; five daughters, Rita (Joseph) Sutcliffe, Firestone, Colorado; Sheila (Lanny) Mai, Wichita; Denise (Rex) Sageser, Wichita; Diana (Dennis) Okruhlik, Topeka; Maria (Clyde) Harmon, Lenexa; two brothers, Keith (Elsie) Kandt, Lindsborg; Robert (Alicia) Kandt, Wichita; sister-in-law, Joan Kandt, Wichita; 20 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Also preceding her in death were her parents, daughter-in-law Debra, three brothers, Edward, Elmer and Kenneth Kandt, sisters, Berneice DeWitt and Arlene McWhirter, brothers-in-law Dennis DeWitt and Eugene McWhirter, and sister-in-law Alo Jean Kandt.

Following cremation, a rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Philip Catholic Church – Hope at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023, with Fr. George Chalbhagam and Fr. Peter O’Donnell officiating. Burial will be in St. Philip Cemetery, Hope followed by family visitation at the Hope Catholic Hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Philip Cemetery, St. Philip Catholic Church, Catholic Charities, or donor’s choice.

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<h2>Theresa Lorson, rural Hope</h2><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Theresa-Lorson?obId=27474446#/obituaryInfo">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Theresa-Lorson?obId=27474446#/obituaryInfo</a>HOPE - Theresa (Kandt) Lorson, 93, of rural Hope, died Wed., March 8, 2023 at Via Christi, Manhattan surrounded by family. She was born on the family farm in the Shady Brook Community, rural Herington, Kansas to Heinrich Victor Edward and Sophia (Stroda) Kandt. She attended the Union District 18 country school and graduated from Woodbine High School where she excelled in track, specialized in speech and journalism, and graduated as salutatorian, class of 1947. After graduation, she worked for six months as a maid in the Junction City Hospital, followed by working two years in payroll and merchandise accounting at United Utilities in Abilene.On October 15, 1949, she was united in marriage to Paul Lorson at St. John Catholic Church in Herington. He preceded her in death June 13, 2002. After marriage, they lived their entire lives on their farm near Hope. They were inseparable and loved to dance, fish, hunt, and travel together. They also worked side by side in almost everything including fixing fences, planting, and harvesting crops, working with the sheep before switching to cattle. Paul was an electrician and together they owned and operated Lorson Electric where, for many years, they also manufactured Handy-Dandy welders and shipped them throughout the U.S. Manufacturing began in their farm shop where they worked every chance between farming duties and late into the night building the welders after putting the kids to bed. After moving the shop into Hope and hiring more help, she served only as the secretary and treasurer for the electric and welder business. They also raised registered black German Shepherd dogs for many years, shipping them all over the U.S., many for placement in sheriff and police departments. Theresa was a Tupperware dealer for five years, during which she was once named ‘Dealer of the Year.’ She drove a 45-passenger school bus for Hope Rural Vista School District 481 for eighteen years, owned and operated the Hope Laundromat for nineteen years and was a National Weather Service observer for twenty years. Lastly, from July, 1991 thru December, 2020, she was an assistant at the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Hope.In December, 1953, she was chosen to represent Hope, Kansas on Bob Hope’s first television “Christmas Special” in Hollywood, California, along with four other young ladies from towns named Hope in other states. With all expenses paid by the JELLO company, Theresa, Paul, and three-month old infant, flew to Hollywood for a week to sightsee, have dinner with Bob Hope and his wife, Dolores, and prepare for attending the show, returning home in time for Christmas. At the time, the television dealer owned the only TV in Hope, Kansas, so anyone who wanted to watch the program traveled to friends’ and relatives’ homes elsewhere who had television sets.Theresa was an active member of St. Philip Catholic Church, Altar Society, National Council of Catholic Women, Young Farm Wives and Hope Community Historical Association. She was one of the historians for St. Phillip Catholic Church and sang in the choir. In 1986, she co-compiled the more than 200-page book on the history of Hope entitled “A Century of Hope.” She also enjoyed various writing styles and opportunities ranging from creating readings presented by her children at school contests to articles for local newspapers. Through it all, Theresa’s family always came first.Survivors are three sons, Phillip Lorson, Hope; Eric Lorson, Salina; Barry Lorson, Hope; five daughters, Rita (Joseph) Sutcliffe, Firestone, Colorado; Sheila (Lanny) Mai, Wichita; Denise (Rex) Sageser, Wichita; Diana (Dennis) Okruhlik, Topeka; Maria (Clyde) Harmon, Lenexa; two brothers, Keith (Elsie) Kandt, Lindsborg; Robert (Alicia) Kandt, Wichita; sister-in-law, Joan Kandt, Wichita; 20 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Also preceding her in death were her parents, daughter-in-law Debra, three brothers, Edward, Elmer and Kenneth Kandt, sisters, Berneice DeWitt and Arlene McWhirter, brothers-in-law Dennis DeWitt and Eugene McWhirter, and sister-in-law Alo Jean Kandt.Following cremation, a rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Philip Catholic Church – Hope at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023, with Fr. George Chalbhagam and Fr. Peter O’Donnell officiating. Burial will be in St. Philip Cemetery, Hope followed by family visitation at the Hope Catholic Hall.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Philip Cemetery, St. Philip Catholic Church, Catholic Charities, or donor’s choice.To send flowers to the family of Theresa, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27474446&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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LINCOLN Lyle William Hair, 87, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Wichita, KS. He was born March 31, 1935, in Britton, SD to Lyle Wilbert Hair and Dorothy Eva (Schulenburg) Hair.

Lyle married Patricia Chard in Lincoln, KS on June 17, 1956. After a twenty-year distinguished career in the United States Air Force, having served overseas in the Vietnam War and earning the distinguished Flying Cross, Lyle retired from military service to become a barber serving the Lincoln community. 

He was a member of the Lincoln VFW Post 7928, the Lincoln Community Church, and the NRA.

Lyle is survived by his wife Patricia of Lincoln; sons Omar Hair (Carol) of Lincoln and Karl Hair of Salina, KS; daughters Patricia Nelson and Kathy Nelson both of Lincoln; daughter-in-law Anna Hair of Washington, KS; grandchildren Michael and David Hair, William Evans, Jacob Scholer, Jonathan and Joel Nelson, and Jaci Williams; great-grandchildren Lyle, Elisa, and Ian Hair, Sierra and Bobby Evans, Asher Williams, and one on the way; and great-great-granddaughter Layla. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Ida Conn and Dolly Lenius; brother Floyd Hair; sons Steven and Matthew Hair; and grandsons Timothy, Ryan, and Ali Hair.

Memorial service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 11, 2023 at the Lincoln Community Church with inurnment following at the Lincoln Cemetery with military honors.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln Community Church, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair">https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair</a>March 31, 1935 ~ March 5, 2023 (age 87)LINCOLN Lyle William Hair, 87, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Wichita, KS. He was born March 31, 1935, in Britton, SD to Lyle Wilbert Hair and Dorothy Eva (Schulenburg) Hair. Lyle married Patricia Chard in Lincoln, KS on June 17, 1956. After a twenty-year distinguished career in the United States Air Force, having served overseas in the Vietnam War and earning the distinguished Flying Cross, Lyle retired from military service to become a barber serving the Lincoln community. He was a member of the Lincoln VFW Post 7928, the Lincoln Community Church, and the NRA.Lyle is survived by his wife Patricia of Lincoln; sons Omar Hair (Carol) of Lincoln and Karl Hair of Salina, KS; daughters Patricia Nelson and Kathy Nelson both of Lincoln; daughter-in-law Anna Hair of Washington, KS; grandchildren Michael and David Hair, William Evans, Jacob Scholer, Jonathan and Joel Nelson, and Jaci Williams; great-grandchildren Lyle, Elisa, and Ian Hair, Sierra and Bobby Evans, Asher Williams, and one on the way; and great-great-granddaughter Layla. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Ida Conn and Dolly Lenius; brother Floyd Hair; sons Steven and Matthew Hair; and grandsons Timothy, Ryan, and Ali Hair.Memorial service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 11, 2023 at the Lincoln Community Church with inurnment following at the Lincoln Cemetery with military honors.Memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln Community Church, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Lyle William Hair, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Paul Dean Kuchera, 88, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 in Topeka, KS. He was born January 1, 1935 on the family farm near Munden in Republic County, KS to John W. and Irene Emma (Stepanek) Kuchera. 

Paul married Lois Arlene Erickson in Scandia, KS on May 25, 1958. They celebrated their 64th anniversary with family. 

He started his career as a junior high school teacher then owned and operated Mr. K’s Coffee Shop and sold Farm Bureau insurance before retiring with the Kansas Department of Transportation. He was a high school track coach for many years and a strong advocate for girls’ sports at the high school level. 

Paul served 26 years in the U.S. Army National Guard and was a member of the American Legion, Jaycees, Lincoln Masonic Lodge, Kansas Council on Aging, and Lincoln United Methodist Church where he was a lay minister for many years. He also volunteered often at the Lincoln Senior Center.

Paul is survived by his daughter Paula Currey (Steve) of Rose Hill, KS; son Joel Kuchera (Valerie) of Quinter, KS; daughter Saralyn Newell (Don) of Topeka; son Jon Paul Kuchera (Jane) of Wamego, KS; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; brother David Kuchera; and four nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Lois Kuchera; and brother Jack Kuchera and his wife Gayle.

A memorial service will take place at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Lincoln United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Lincoln Senior Center, Lincoln United Methodist Church, or the Lincoln County Hospital, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera">https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera</a>January 1, 1935 ~ March 7, 2023 (age 88)Paul Dean Kuchera, 88, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 in Topeka, KS. He was born January 1, 1935 on the family farm near Munden in Republic County, KS to John W. and Irene Emma (Stepanek) Kuchera. Paul married Lois Arlene Erickson in Scandia, KS on May 25, 1958. They celebrated their 64th anniversary with family. He started his career as a junior high school teacher then owned and operated Mr. K’s Coffee Shop and sold Farm Bureau insurance before retiring with the Kansas Department of Transportation. He was a high school track coach for many years and a strong advocate for girls’ sports at the high school level. Paul served 26 years in the U.S. Army National Guard and was a member of the American Legion, Jaycees, Lincoln Masonic Lodge, Kansas Council on Aging, and Lincoln United Methodist Church where he was a lay minister for many years. He also volunteered often at the Lincoln Senior Center.Paul is survived by his daughter Paula Currey (Steve) of Rose Hill, KS; son Joel Kuchera (Valerie) of Quinter, KS; daughter Saralyn Newell (Don) of Topeka; son Jon Paul Kuchera (Jane) of Wamego, KS; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; brother David Kuchera; and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Lois Kuchera; and brother Jack Kuchera and his wife Gayle.A memorial service will take place at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Lincoln United Methodist Church.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Lincoln Senior Center, Lincoln United Methodist Church, or the Lincoln County Hospital, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Paul Dean Kuchera, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Thad Eugene McCloskey, 42, a lifetime McPherson, KS resident, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at his home.&nbsp; Thad worked as a process controller at Viega in McPherson.&nbsp;

Thad was born on February 26, 1981, in McPherson, KS, the son of Richard and Thelma Ann (Riley) McCloskey.&nbsp; 

He graduated from McPherson High School in 1999.&nbsp;

Survivors include his brother Gary Booth of Holton, KS; sister Charlotte Schmidt; longtime girlfriend Rose Crooks of McPherson, KS; nieces and nephews Savanna Booth, Garison Booth, Mikayla Booth, and Jordan Booth.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Tamara Booth; and sister Michelle Clemons.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 17, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

To send flowers to the family in memory of Thad E. McCloskey, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/4865247c-a167-4133-a6a1-0dfd64826b47" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

<h2>Thad Eugene McCloskey, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/thad-mccloskey">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/thad-mccloskey</a>February 26, 1981 - March 7, 2023Thad Eugene McCloskey, 42, a lifetime McPherson, KS resident, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at his home.&nbsp; Thad worked as a process controller at Viega in McPherson.&nbsp;Thad was born on February 26, 1981, in McPherson, KS, the son of Richard and Thelma Ann (Riley) McCloskey.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School in 1999.&nbsp;Survivors include his brother Gary Booth of Holton, KS; sister Charlotte Schmidt; longtime girlfriend Rose Crooks of McPherson, KS; nieces and nephews Savanna Booth, Garison Booth, Mikayla Booth, and Jordan Booth.He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Tamara Booth; and sister Michelle Clemons.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 17, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family in memory of Thad E. McCloskey, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/4865247c-a167-4133-a6a1-0dfd64826b47" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Thad Eugene McCloskey

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Walter C. Harris was born November 6, 1926 in Junction City, Kansas the son of Fred and Emma (Zernickow) Harris. 

He graduated from Dwight High School with the class of 1944. Walter served with the Army Air Corps Occupation Forces in Japan from 1944 – 1946 during WWII. On August 10, 1946, Walter was married to Virginia A. Stark of Alta Vista in San Antonia, Texas. Walter worked for Schilling Air Force Base from 1953 – 1965 with the Maintenance Aircraft Electrical Systems with the Department of Defense. He then worked for Ft. Riley from 1965 – 1983 as an Electronic Supervisor. He enjoyed gardening, traveling in his RV coast to coast and Canada, family reunions, and loved homemade ice cream. Following his retirement from the federal government, Walter served on the Board of Directors for the Ottawa RRD. Walter passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the Holiday Resort Health and Rehab in Salina at the age of 96.

He is survived by his loving daughter Debra Bowers and her husband Robin of Marquette, Kansas, and several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Virginia on November 9, 2014, his brother Eldridge Harris, sisters Maryette Shuck, Ordella Liley, and his parents. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, with the family receiving friends from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The family has selected cremation. His final resting place will be in the Humboldt Valley Cemetery near Junction City.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.&nbsp;

To&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Walter C. Harris, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Walter C. Harris</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/walter-harris/5153963/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/walter-harris/5153963/index.php</a>November 6th, 1926 - March 7th, 2023Walter C. Harris was born November 6, 1926 in Junction City, Kansas the son of Fred and Emma (Zernickow) Harris. He graduated from Dwight High School with the class of 1944. Walter served with the Army Air Corps Occupation Forces in Japan from 1944 – 1946 during WWII. On August 10, 1946, Walter was married to Virginia A. Stark of Alta Vista in San Antonia, Texas. Walter worked for Schilling Air Force Base from 1953 – 1965 with the Maintenance Aircraft Electrical Systems with the Department of Defense. He then worked for Ft. Riley from 1965 – 1983 as an Electronic Supervisor. He enjoyed gardening, traveling in his RV coast to coast and Canada, family reunions, and loved homemade ice cream. Following his retirement from the federal government, Walter served on the Board of Directors for the Ottawa RRD. Walter passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the Holiday Resort Health and Rehab in Salina at the age of 96. He is survived by his loving daughter Debra Bowers and her husband Robin of Marquette, Kansas, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Virginia on November 9, 2014, his brother Eldridge Harris, sisters Maryette Shuck, Ordella Liley, and his parents. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, with the family receiving friends from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The family has selected cremation. His final resting place will be in the Humboldt Valley Cemetery near Junction City. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Walter C. Harris, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Walter C. Harris

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SALINA -&nbsp;Robert D. “Bob” Bachofer, 92, passed away Monday March 6, 2023 in Olathe, Kansas. He was born July 20, 1930, in Salina the son of Daniel and Margaret Bachofer. 

Bob graduated from Sacred Heart high school in Salina and served in the Air Force for four years. Bob worked for Southwestern Bell for 35 years, retiring in 1983.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Survivors include a son, Brad Bachofer and wife, Jan; daughter Audrey Wood and husband, Ron; and grandchildren Adley, Jaden, Avery, and Annie.

He was preceded in death by his wife Dee Bachofer, and parents Daniel and Margaret Bachofer.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. with a rosary service at 5:15 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11th in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

Memorials to: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Robert D. "Bob" Bachofer, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Robert D. 'Bob' Bachofer</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer</a>July 20, 1930 ~ March 6, 2023 (age 92)SALINA -&nbsp;Robert D. “Bob” Bachofer, 92, passed away Monday March 6, 2023 in Olathe, Kansas. He was born July 20, 1930, in Salina the son of Daniel and Margaret Bachofer. Bob graduated from Sacred Heart high school in Salina and served in the Air Force for four years. Bob worked for Southwestern Bell for 35 years, retiring in 1983.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.Survivors include a son, Brad Bachofer and wife, Jan; daughter Audrey Wood and husband, Ron; and grandchildren Adley, Jaden, Avery, and Annie.He was preceded in death by his wife Dee Bachofer, and parents Daniel and Margaret Bachofer.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. with a rosary service at 5:15 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11th in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.Memorials to: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, in care of Ryan Mortuary.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Robert D. "Bob" Bachofer, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Robert D. 'Bob' Bachofer

Betty Maxine Krier passed away March 6, 2023, at the Mitchell County 
Hospital Resident Care Center in Beloit, Kansas, at the age of 93. Betty 
was born March 28, 1929, on the family farm southeast of Glen Elder, 
Kansas, the daughter of Lloyd and Grace Schaffer Golladay.

She attended Honey Creek District 21 school, which is now known as
 “The Little Red School House” located on Highway 24 in Beloit.

Betty graduated from Beloit High School with the class of 1947. 
She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company as a telephone 
operator for over 30 years, before retiring in 1978.

Betty was united in marriage to Leon F. Krier on November 19, 1983,&nbsp; at the St. John’s Catholic Church in Beloit. They lived in Tipton for 
several years before they moved back to Beloit. Betty was a member of 
St. John’s Catholic Church, the Ladies Guild, was a life member of the 
VFW in Beloit, and a devoted member of the Telephone Pioneers. She was 
also a past member of the American Legion, as well as the Rose Valley 
Club of Tipton. She was a co-owner of Krier Farm Supply with her husband
 Leon for over 32 years.

She also loved to bowl, and bowled for over 30 years, winning 
several trophies. She also loved to travel, and went to Switzerland, 
Germany, France, and South America, and got to go through the Panama 
Canal.

Betty loved going to coffee with her friends at Gray’s Drug 
Store and Soda Fountain, and missed seeing them greatly. We would like 
to thank her coffee group for watching over Betty prior to going to RCC;
 Lindsey Gray and Gina Chitty. Her family would also like to thank the 
doctors and nurses, and staff at RCC and the Mitchell County Hospital 
for such wonderful care in recent years. She loved being at RCC.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband Leon; her parents, 
Lloyd and Grace Golladay; brother Robert Golladay; sister, Joan 
Guard-Thomas; and a niece and nephew, Greg and Peg Guard.

Survivors include her niece, Gayla Guard of Merriam, Kansas; 
nephews, Gary Guard of Hays and Chris Golladay of Salina; sister-in-law,
 Delores Golladay of Salina; brother-in-law, Marvin Thomas of Hays; 
cousin, Jerry Rehmert of Beloit; and many great nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 11 AM Monday, March 13, at the Roberts 
Family Funeral Home. A rosary service will be at 10 AM Monday at the 
funeral home, &amp; visitation will be prior to the services. In lieu of
 flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or 
the St. John's Education Fund.

<figure>
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 </figure>Betty Maxine Krier passed away March 6, 2023, at the Mitchell County 
Hospital Resident Care Center in Beloit, Kansas, at the age of 93. Betty 
was born March 28, 1929, on the family farm southeast of Glen Elder, 
Kansas, the daughter of Lloyd and Grace Schaffer Golladay.She attended Honey Creek District 21 school, which is now known as
 “The Little Red School House” located on Highway 24 in Beloit.Betty graduated from Beloit High School with the class of 1947. 
She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company as a telephone 
operator for over 30 years, before retiring in 1978.Betty was united in marriage to Leon F. Krier on November 19, 1983,&nbsp; at the St. John’s Catholic Church in Beloit. They lived in Tipton for 
several years before they moved back to Beloit. Betty was a member of 
St. John’s Catholic Church, the Ladies Guild, was a life member of the 
VFW in Beloit, and a devoted member of the Telephone Pioneers. She was 
also a past member of the American Legion, as well as the Rose Valley 
Club of Tipton. She was a co-owner of Krier Farm Supply with her husband
 Leon for over 32 years.She also loved to bowl, and bowled for over 30 years, winning 
several trophies. She also loved to travel, and went to Switzerland, 
Germany, France, and South America, and got to go through the Panama 
Canal.Betty loved going to coffee with her friends at Gray’s Drug 
Store and Soda Fountain, and missed seeing them greatly. We would like 
to thank her coffee group for watching over Betty prior to going to RCC;
 Lindsey Gray and Gina Chitty. Her family would also like to thank the 
doctors and nurses, and staff at RCC and the Mitchell County Hospital 
for such wonderful care in recent years. She loved being at RCC.Betty was preceded in death by her husband Leon; her parents, 
Lloyd and Grace Golladay; brother Robert Golladay; sister, Joan 
Guard-Thomas; and a niece and nephew, Greg and Peg Guard.Survivors include her niece, Gayla Guard of Merriam, Kansas; 
nephews, Gary Guard of Hays and Chris Golladay of Salina; sister-in-law,
 Delores Golladay of Salina; brother-in-law, Marvin Thomas of Hays; 
cousin, Jerry Rehmert of Beloit; and many great nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be at 11 AM Monday, March 13, at the Roberts 
Family Funeral Home. A rosary service will be at 10 AM Monday at the 
funeral home, &amp; visitation will be prior to the services. In lieu of
 flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or 
the St. John's Education Fund.

Betty Maxine Krier

John Lee Wayman, age 62, of Bartley, NE passed away unexpectedly in Cheyenne, WY on March 3, 2023.&nbsp;

John
 was born February 18, 1961 in Abilene, KS to parents Kenneth L. and 
Betty Rea (LeMay) Wayman.&nbsp; He was one of four children. John proudly 
served his country in the United States Army. He also earned his GED 
during this time.&nbsp;

On August 25, 1979, John married the love of 
his life, Julie A. (Blair) Wayman in Kirwin, KS. The couple relocated to
 the Bartley area where they built their family and raised 6 kids. John 
was employed in the oil industry.&nbsp;

John loved fishing, shooting 
guns and spending time with family and friends who he enjoyed sharing 
tea with at the Cambridge truck stop.&nbsp;&nbsp; His grandchildren were his pride
 and joy and dressing up as Santa Claus at Christmas was something they 
looked forward to each year.&nbsp;

John was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Colton Wayman.

Those
 left to celebrate his memory include his wife, Julie Wayman of Bartley;
 sons, Jonathan (Mikala) Wayman of Bartley and Kyle (Christina) Wayman 
of McCook, NE; daughters, Hollie (Brandon) Anderson of Omaha, NE, 
Lindsay (Fernando) Martinez of McCook, Julie (Max) Francis of Holbrook, 
NE and Peyton Wayman of Lincoln, NE; brother, Kenneth (Susan) Wayman of 
Industry, KS; sisters, Betty Bolin of Enterprise, KS and Barb Lowe of 
Industry; twenty three grandchildren, Shea, Alexis, Piper, Jadyn, Jared,
 Ethan, Matthew, Ryder, Michael, Tyler, Makayla, Seth, Addyson, Trever, 
Henley, Harper, Landon, John, Havanna, Alexander, Walker, Elena and&nbsp; 
Dominic; as well as numerous extended family members and friends.

Funeral
 Services will be held March 10, 2023, at 2:00 PM at the McCook Christian
 Church with visitation the previous evening from 5 to 7 at Carpenter 
Breland Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will follow the 
service at Bartley Cemetery.

<figure>
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 </figure>John Lee Wayman, age 62, of Bartley, NE passed away unexpectedly in Cheyenne, WY on March 3, 2023.&nbsp;John
 was born February 18, 1961 in Abilene, KS to parents Kenneth L. and 
Betty Rea (LeMay) Wayman.&nbsp; He was one of four children. John proudly 
served his country in the United States Army. He also earned his GED 
during this time.&nbsp;On August 25, 1979, John married the love of 
his life, Julie A. (Blair) Wayman in Kirwin, KS. The couple relocated to
 the Bartley area where they built their family and raised 6 kids. John 
was employed in the oil industry.&nbsp;John loved fishing, shooting 
guns and spending time with family and friends who he enjoyed sharing 
tea with at the Cambridge truck stop.&nbsp;&nbsp; His grandchildren were his pride
 and joy and dressing up as Santa Claus at Christmas was something they 
looked forward to each year.&nbsp;John was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Colton Wayman.Those
 left to celebrate his memory include his wife, Julie Wayman of Bartley;
 sons, Jonathan (Mikala) Wayman of Bartley and Kyle (Christina) Wayman 
of McCook, NE; daughters, Hollie (Brandon) Anderson of Omaha, NE, 
Lindsay (Fernando) Martinez of McCook, Julie (Max) Francis of Holbrook, 
NE and Peyton Wayman of Lincoln, NE; brother, Kenneth (Susan) Wayman of 
Industry, KS; sisters, Betty Bolin of Enterprise, KS and Barb Lowe of 
Industry; twenty three grandchildren, Shea, Alexis, Piper, Jadyn, Jared,
 Ethan, Matthew, Ryder, Michael, Tyler, Makayla, Seth, Addyson, Trever, 
Henley, Harper, Landon, John, Havanna, Alexander, Walker, Elena and&nbsp; 
Dominic; as well as numerous extended family members and friends.Funeral
 Services will be held March 10, 2023, at 2:00 PM at the McCook Christian
 Church with visitation the previous evening from 5 to 7 at Carpenter 
Breland Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will follow the 
service at Bartley Cemetery.

John Lee Wayman

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Charles “CE” Ford, 85, of Newton Kansas, went to be with the Lord on March 6th, 2023.

Charlie was born August 3, 1937, to Charles E. and Rose “Crandall” Ford in Marion County.

After high school, Charlie enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Then after discharge, moved to Marion, KS, where he married and raised two sons. Charlie worked for the Rainbow Bread company and delivered bread throughout Marion County and was well known, liked and respected.

In 1976, the family moved to Newton, where Charlie worked for Excel Industries and Hesston Corporation, in Hesston, Kansas. 

Charlie enjoyed construction, woodworking, and after retirement helped many friends and family with multiple projects. Charlie also worked part time at Kropf Lumber in Hesston, Kansas.

During his retirement, he became a passionate lover of cats and would ensure that the neighborhood cats had food and shelter when needed.

Charlie was a loving father, husband, brother, and son. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, a strong work ethic, loyalty, honesty, dedication, and perseverance.

Charlie is survived by his wife Pat “Dirks” Ford, Hillsboro, KS, sons Lawrence Ray Ford and Roger Dale Ford, brother Duane “Keith” Ford and wife Jenni, Orange Park, FL, stepdaughters Colleen and her husband Doug Weinbrenner, Hillsboro KS, Sheri Wilson and her wife Sue Varian, as well as many grandchildren and great-grand children

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Rose Ford, and infant sister.

A very special thank you to people who have helped Charlie during the past years of his life.

A special thanks to Sarah and Janel Ferris, staff at Paramount Nursing Home, Newton, staff at Salem Nursing Home, Hillsboro, KS and Shawn Wetschensky with Good Shepard Hospice, Wichita, KS

Due to Charlie’s wishes, his body will be cremated, and no memorial service held.

If so inclined, feel free to make a donation to a local animal shelter or to Good Shepard Hospice in his name.

Charlie will truly be missed by his family and friends.

To send flowers to the family of Charles, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27448536&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Charles E. Ford, Newton</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Charles-E-Ford?obId=27448536#/obituaryInfo">https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Charles-E-Ford?obId=27448536#/obituaryInfo</a>August 3, 1937 - March 6, 2023Charles “CE” Ford, 85, of Newton Kansas, went to be with the Lord on March 6th, 2023.Charlie was born August 3, 1937, to Charles E. and Rose “Crandall” Ford in Marion County.After high school, Charlie enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Then after discharge, moved to Marion, KS, where he married and raised two sons. Charlie worked for the Rainbow Bread company and delivered bread throughout Marion County and was well known, liked and respected.In 1976, the family moved to Newton, where Charlie worked for Excel Industries and Hesston Corporation, in Hesston, Kansas. Charlie enjoyed construction, woodworking, and after retirement helped many friends and family with multiple projects. Charlie also worked part time at Kropf Lumber in Hesston, Kansas.During his retirement, he became a passionate lover of cats and would ensure that the neighborhood cats had food and shelter when needed.Charlie was a loving father, husband, brother, and son. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, a strong work ethic, loyalty, honesty, dedication, and perseverance.Charlie is survived by his wife Pat “Dirks” Ford, Hillsboro, KS, sons Lawrence Ray Ford and Roger Dale Ford, brother Duane “Keith” Ford and wife Jenni, Orange Park, FL, stepdaughters Colleen and her husband Doug Weinbrenner, Hillsboro KS, Sheri Wilson and her wife Sue Varian, as well as many grandchildren and great-grand childrenHe is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Rose Ford, and infant sister.A very special thank you to people who have helped Charlie during the past years of his life.A special thanks to Sarah and Janel Ferris, staff at Paramount Nursing Home, Newton, staff at Salem Nursing Home, Hillsboro, KS and Shawn Wetschensky with Good Shepard Hospice, Wichita, KSDue to Charlie’s wishes, his body will be cremated, and no memorial service held.If so inclined, feel free to make a donation to a local animal shelter or to Good Shepard Hospice in his name.Charlie will truly be missed by his family and friends.To send flowers to the family of Charles, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27448536&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Charles E. Ford

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Alice Marie Tyler, 75 years of age, formerly of&nbsp;Hays, Kansas entered into rest on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at the Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on December 11, 1947 in Phillipsburg, Kansas to Harold and Alma (Loyd) Gray.

She was a graduate of Phillipsburg High School in 1965, Phillipsburg, Kansas. She went on to attend Wichita Business College, Wichita, Kansas, and Fort Hays State University Hays, Kansas where she received her bachelor’s degree in business.&nbsp; She later returned to earn her master's&nbsp;degree in apecial education from Fort Hays State University.

Alice was united in marriage to James Tyler on&nbsp;January&nbsp;5, 1973 in Phillipsburg, Kansas at the Saint James Saint Phillips Catholic Church.

She was a special education elementary teacher in various communities including Montezuma, Kansas, Dodge City, Kansas, in Russell, Kansas at the Bickerdyke Elementary School USD #407. She also taught at Lakewood Middle School in Salina, Kansas

Her hobbies included spending time with her family and friends, crafts, floral creations, spending time with her pets and reading.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alice is survived by her husband James Tyler, San Antonio, TX; daughter Trisa Gonzolas, San Antonio,TX; son Travis Tyler (Rachel), Poulsbo, WA; Kristopher Tyler, San Antonio, TX; seven grandchildren, Madeline Delling (James), Tyler Gonzolas (Miriam), Nicole Gonzolas, Elijah, Noah, A.J. and Shawn Tyler; two great-grandchildren, Carter and Amelia Delling; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Alma Gray, brothers Arden Gray and Donald McQueen.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 1-8 p.m. at the Melby Mortuary with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

A Celebration of Life service will be held 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at the Melby Mortuary in Mankato, Kansas with Pastor Jim Rice officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery, Mankato, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be given to family in c/o Melby Mortuary, P.O. Box 384, Mankato, KS, 66956.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.melbymortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.melbymortuary.com</a>

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<h2>Alice Marie Tyler, formerly of Hays</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/alice-tyler">https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/alice-tyler</a>Alice Marie Tyler, 75 years of age, formerly of&nbsp;Hays, Kansas entered into rest on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at the Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on December 11, 1947 in Phillipsburg, Kansas to Harold and Alma (Loyd) Gray.She was a graduate of Phillipsburg High School in 1965, Phillipsburg, Kansas. She went on to attend Wichita Business College, Wichita, Kansas, and Fort Hays State University Hays, Kansas where she received her bachelor’s degree in business.&nbsp; She later returned to earn her master's&nbsp;degree in apecial education from Fort Hays State University.Alice was united in marriage to James Tyler on&nbsp;January&nbsp;5, 1973 in Phillipsburg, Kansas at the Saint James Saint Phillips Catholic Church.She was a special education elementary teacher in various communities including Montezuma, Kansas, Dodge City, Kansas, in Russell, Kansas at the Bickerdyke Elementary School USD #407. She also taught at Lakewood Middle School in Salina, KansasHer hobbies included spending time with her family and friends, crafts, floral creations, spending time with her pets and reading.&nbsp;&nbsp;Alice is survived by her husband James Tyler, San Antonio, TX; daughter Trisa Gonzolas, San Antonio,TX; son Travis Tyler (Rachel), Poulsbo, WA; Kristopher Tyler, San Antonio, TX; seven grandchildren, Madeline Delling (James), Tyler Gonzolas (Miriam), Nicole Gonzolas, Elijah, Noah, A.J. and Shawn Tyler; two great-grandchildren, Carter and Amelia Delling; several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Alma Gray, brothers Arden Gray and Donald McQueen.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 1-8 p.m. at the Melby Mortuary with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.A Celebration of Life service will be held 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at the Melby Mortuary in Mankato, Kansas with Pastor Jim Rice officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery, Mankato, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be given to family in c/o Melby Mortuary, P.O. Box 384, Mankato, KS, 66956.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.melbymortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.melbymortuary.com</a>For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.melbymortuary.com/">www.melbymortuary.com</a>

Alice Marie Tyler

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Robert Carl Thompson, known by many as Bob, age 78, a resident of Jewell, Kansas, passed away February 25, 2023.&nbsp;

Bob was born in Modesto, California, the son of Lois and Lionel Thompson. Bob was the youngest of four children, having two brothers Jerry and Edward and one sister Lorraine.

Bob married the love of his life, Delphine, on September 27th, 1975 in Tucson, Arizona. 

Bob received his GED while in serving in the United States Air Force, where he served from 1965-1971. After that he worked on the railroad while living in Wyoming. In 1973 he made his way to Arizona where he worked for Dunlap Oil Co. as a driver for them. Once he was married, they moved to Grants, New Mexico in 1975, where he worked for Homesteak mines from 1975-1983, as a driller.

In 1984 he went to work for Roadway Express as a driver, where he spent the rest of his working career. The job moved him and his family to Colorado, and then to Texas, where he retired from them in 2017. And in 2017 he and his wife wanted to enjoy the retired life in Jewell, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

When Bob wasn’t working, he loved taking his family on road trips across the U.S. He loved planes and trains and any old car. He always had such a spark in his eye when he was able to attend an air show or a car show. He loved going camping with his wife whenever he got the chance. 

Bob was a Christian man and his faith led him every day.&nbsp;

Bob is survived by his wife Delphine Thompson, his daughter Viva Thompson, sister Lorraine Thompson, niece Joni Thompson Brierly and her husband Kurt Brierly, niece Lonny Thompson Baltz and her husband Chris Baltz, great-nieces and nephews Cori, Tyler and Trevor.&nbsp;

The family will be holding a celebration of life in Texas at a later date; no services in Kansas are planned at this time.

Melby Mortuary of Mankato is assisting Bob’s family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

<h2>Robert C. Thompson, Jewell</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Robert C. Thompson</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/robert-thompson">https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/robert-thompson</a>November 15, 1944 - February 25, 2023Robert Carl Thompson, known by many as Bob, age 78, a resident of Jewell, Kansas, passed away February 25, 2023.&nbsp;Bob was born in Modesto, California, the son of Lois and Lionel Thompson. Bob was the youngest of four children, having two brothers Jerry and Edward and one sister Lorraine.Bob married the love of his life, Delphine, on September 27th, 1975 in Tucson, Arizona. Bob received his GED while in serving in the United States Air Force, where he served from 1965-1971. After that he worked on the railroad while living in Wyoming. In 1973 he made his way to Arizona where he worked for Dunlap Oil Co. as a driver for them. Once he was married, they moved to Grants, New Mexico in 1975, where he worked for Homesteak mines from 1975-1983, as a driller.In 1984 he went to work for Roadway Express as a driver, where he spent the rest of his working career. The job moved him and his family to Colorado, and then to Texas, where he retired from them in 2017. And in 2017 he and his wife wanted to enjoy the retired life in Jewell, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;When Bob wasn’t working, he loved taking his family on road trips across the U.S. He loved planes and trains and any old car. He always had such a spark in his eye when he was able to attend an air show or a car show. He loved going camping with his wife whenever he got the chance. Bob was a Christian man and his faith led him every day.&nbsp;Bob is survived by his wife Delphine Thompson, his daughter Viva Thompson, sister Lorraine Thompson, niece Joni Thompson Brierly and her husband Kurt Brierly, niece Lonny Thompson Baltz and her husband Chris Baltz, great-nieces and nephews Cori, Tyler and Trevor.&nbsp;The family will be holding a celebration of life in Texas at a later date; no services in Kansas are planned at this time.Melby Mortuary of Mankato is assisting Bob’s family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

Robert C. Thompson

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Betty Jane Barchesky, 98, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 8:11 a.m., Monday, March 6, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her family in McPherson. Betty was born in McPherson, Kansas on September 22, 1924, a daughter of Oscar Werner and Josephine Marie (Peterson) Nordstrom. Betty attended the McPherson area grade schools and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1942. Betty Jane Nordstrom was united in marriage to Walter John Barchesky on October 24, 1943 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in McPherson. Betty and her husband Walter were one of the founding families that started St. Joseph's Catholic School in the 1950s and she was a member of St. Joseph's Altar Society and served her church in other capacities through the years. Through the years Betty was a homemaker, worked as a cashier for C.R. Anthony Company in Salina and McPherson, worked as a office secretary for the McPherson Ice Company, worked in the office of Consumers Cooperative Association of McPherson, and worked 28 years as a secretary for the Dean of Academic Affairs and Administrative office at McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas until she retired in 1990. She also was a member of the American Legion Post 24 Ladies Auxiliary for over 60 years; life member of the V.F.W. Post 2715 Ladies Auxiliary for over 50 years; 8-40 Chapeau of Hutchinson, Kansas; Progressive Club for over 50 years. She is survived by her children, Cynthia Barchesky of McPherson, Kansas and Barbara Hyman and her husband Sam of Omaha, Nebraska. She is also survived by her three grandchildren, Leah J. Fowler, Timothy J. McDonald and Tiffany M. Dziurawiec(Gregory); two stepgrandchildren, Tim Hyman(Janelle) and Sonja Gudgel(Mark); nine great-grandchildren, Emily, Caleb, Brianna, Kylie, Makenna, Brooke, Owen, Joseph and Chloe; stepgreat-granddaughter Ashley; other family to mention - nieces and nephews Sherri Clark, Barbara Hooper, Kay Zook, Annette Lewis, Donna Johnson, Jan Gerber, Jeanette Smith, Dana Nordstrom, Deana Rubel, Dawn Biscaro, Steve Nordstrom; special friends, Julie Roberts and family, Maridan and Larry Christensen and Lan Nelson; other relatives and a host of friends. Betty was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed her involvement in many activities and enjoyed her club work over the years. Bingo was a great past time for her and she enjoyed traveling with her husband. Betty was preceded in death by her parents Oscar Werner and Josephine Marie (Peterson) Nordstrom; her husband Walter Barchesky; an infant daughter, Marcia Ann Barchesky;her four sisters, Helen Young, Evelyn Hooper, Edna Dillon, and Virginia Seckman and her three brothers, Roger, Marlin, and Frank Nordstrom. A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas. Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 13, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas with Father Ben Shockey officiating. Burial will be at the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas. Memorials are to St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Hospice of Reno County, McPherson College, American Legion Post 24 Ladies Auxiliary or V.F.W. Post 2715 Ladies Auxiliary and they can all be sent in care of the Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 West Euclid Street, McPherson, Kansas 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Betty Jane Barchesky, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Betty Jane Barchesky, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Betty-Barchesky/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Betty-Barchesky/#!/TributeWall</a>September 22, 1924 - March 6, 2023Betty Jane Barchesky, 98, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 8:11 a.m., Monday, March 6, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her family in McPherson. Betty was born in McPherson, Kansas on September 22, 1924, a daughter of Oscar Werner and Josephine Marie (Peterson) Nordstrom. Betty attended the McPherson area grade schools and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1942. Betty Jane Nordstrom was united in marriage to Walter John Barchesky on October 24, 1943 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in McPherson. Betty and her husband Walter were one of the founding families that started St. Joseph's Catholic School in the 1950s and she was a member of St. Joseph's Altar Society and served her church in other capacities through the years. Through the years Betty was a homemaker, worked as a cashier for C.R. Anthony Company in Salina and McPherson, worked as a office secretary for the McPherson Ice Company, worked in the office of Consumers Cooperative Association of McPherson, and worked 28 years as a secretary for the Dean of Academic Affairs and Administrative office at McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas until she retired in 1990. She also was a member of the American Legion Post 24 Ladies Auxiliary for over 60 years; life member of the V.F.W. Post 2715 Ladies Auxiliary for over 50 years; 8-40 Chapeau of Hutchinson, Kansas; Progressive Club for over 50 years. She is survived by her children, Cynthia Barchesky of McPherson, Kansas and Barbara Hyman and her husband Sam of Omaha, Nebraska. She is also survived by her three grandchildren, Leah J. Fowler, Timothy J. McDonald and Tiffany M. Dziurawiec(Gregory); two stepgrandchildren, Tim Hyman(Janelle) and Sonja Gudgel(Mark); nine great-grandchildren, Emily, Caleb, Brianna, Kylie, Makenna, Brooke, Owen, Joseph and Chloe; stepgreat-granddaughter Ashley; other family to mention - nieces and nephews Sherri Clark, Barbara Hooper, Kay Zook, Annette Lewis, Donna Johnson, Jan Gerber, Jeanette Smith, Dana Nordstrom, Deana Rubel, Dawn Biscaro, Steve Nordstrom; special friends, Julie Roberts and family, Maridan and Larry Christensen and Lan Nelson; other relatives and a host of friends. Betty was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed her involvement in many activities and enjoyed her club work over the years. Bingo was a great past time for her and she enjoyed traveling with her husband. Betty was preceded in death by her parents Oscar Werner and Josephine Marie (Peterson) Nordstrom; her husband Walter Barchesky; an infant daughter, Marcia Ann Barchesky;her four sisters, Helen Young, Evelyn Hooper, Edna Dillon, and Virginia Seckman and her three brothers, Roger, Marlin, and Frank Nordstrom. A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas. Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 13, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas with Father Ben Shockey officiating. Burial will be at the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas. Memorials are to St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Hospice of Reno County, McPherson College, American Legion Post 24 Ladies Auxiliary or V.F.W. Post 2715 Ladies Auxiliary and they can all be sent in care of the Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 West Euclid Street, McPherson, Kansas 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Betty Jane Barchesky, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

Betty Jane Barchesky

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ELLSWORTH Joyce Kay Larsen, 69, passed away March 6, 2023 at the Good Samaritan home in Ellsworth, KS. She was born May 3, 1953 in Plainville, KS to Lavonn and Darlene Larsen.

Joyce was a lifelong road construction worker travelling all over the state of Kansas. When she wasn’t working, you could find her at one of her many fishing holes. She loved to fish. Joyce also enjoyed her scratch off tickets, crossword puzzles and her casino slots on her tablet. Her most favorite past time was spending time with family.

Joyce is survived by her brother Chris Larsen of Kanopolis, nephew Logan Larsen of Ellsworth, niece Danielle Dittman (Josh), great-nephew Haden Miller, great-niece Skylyn Dittman and great-nephew Sylas Dittman, all of Ellsworth.

Joyce was preceded in death by her sons Timothy and Jason Klaus, her parents, sister Elizabeth Ploutz and brother Jimmy Larsen.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Good Samaritan home for the care and compassion you have given during this difficult time.

A private memorial service will take place at a later date.&nbsp;

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<h2>Joyce Larsen, Ellsworth</h2><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joyce-Larsen">https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joyce-Larsen</a>May 3, 1953 ~ March 6, 2023 (age 69)ELLSWORTH Joyce Kay Larsen, 69, passed away March 6, 2023 at the Good Samaritan home in Ellsworth, KS. She was born May 3, 1953 in Plainville, KS to Lavonn and Darlene Larsen.Joyce was a lifelong road construction worker travelling all over the state of Kansas. When she wasn’t working, you could find her at one of her many fishing holes. She loved to fish. Joyce also enjoyed her scratch off tickets, crossword puzzles and her casino slots on her tablet. Her most favorite past time was spending time with family.Joyce is survived by her brother Chris Larsen of Kanopolis, nephew Logan Larsen of Ellsworth, niece Danielle Dittman (Josh), great-nephew Haden Miller, great-niece Skylyn Dittman and great-nephew Sylas Dittman, all of Ellsworth.Joyce was preceded in death by her sons Timothy and Jason Klaus, her parents, sister Elizabeth Ploutz and brother Jimmy Larsen.The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Good Samaritan home for the care and compassion you have given during this difficult time.A private memorial service will take place at a later date.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joyce-Larsen/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joyce-Larsen/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Joyce Kay Larsen, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joyce-Larsen/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Joyce Larsen

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Donald Loren Stroede was born June 20th, 1943, in Ellsworth, Kansas to Loren and Berenice Stroede, eventually becoming the big brother to two sisters, Judy and Pam. He peacefully left this world at 3:30 a.m. March 6th, 2023, at Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit, Kansas.

Don graduated from Tescott High School in Tescott, Kansas in 1961.&nbsp; Immediately after high school he entered the work force cutting meat for Boogaarts in Minneapolis, Kansas.

On January 9th, 1962, Don postponed his work life and joined the U.S. Navy and was assigned to the Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron based out of Atsugi, Japan, where he flew on reconnaissance planes all over the far east, including the Philippines, Thailand and Korea.&nbsp; In May 1964 he was assigned to Danang AFB, South Vietnam and was part of the crew on the first permanent attachment sent to South Vietnam where he flew on reconnaissance missions in conjunction with the strike forces off the Carrier Air Group stationed in the Gulf of Tonkin.&nbsp; Don received two Meritorious Achievement Citations for “courage and devotion to duty in the face of hazardous flying conditions.” During his service Don logged over 62 flights and 3,000 hours of flight time.&nbsp; Don was honorably discharged on May 2nd, 1966.

Upon returning from his service to the United States, Don resumed his career as a meat cutter in Minneapolis, Concordia, and eventually, Beloit, for the next 28 years.&nbsp; Upon leaving Boogaarts and the meat cutting business, Don enjoyed many years with the city of Beloit working at the water treatment plant.

During his time in Concordia, Don met and married Sharon Homolka, from Chester, Nebraska.&nbsp; Don and Sharon were married on September 17, 1967.&nbsp; Don gladly adopted Shelly and Darren and later Randy and Chad were born into the family.&nbsp;

Don was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.&nbsp; Over the years Don enjoyed being outdoors camping, fishing and hunting, especially with his friends, kids and grandkids and of course his beloved German shorthaired pointers.&nbsp; Don was a great teacher always by example when it came to anything from hunting, fishing, home improvements or shade tree mechanic work. Don always followed the kids and grandkids in their endeavors whether it be sports, dance or anything else they may be interested in.&nbsp; No matter if it was the holidays or just because it was a good day Don always loved hosting family dinners and barbeques at “mom and dad's.”

Don was preceded in death by his parents Loren and Berenice, in-laws Rudy and Evelyn Homolka, grandchildren Amber and Dillon Stroede, and his dear wife of 49 years, Sharon, who he is now happily reunited with.

Left to mourn his passing are his children Shelly and Mike Wilkison, Darren and Kelsey Stroede, Randy and Tonya Stroede and Chad and Maggie Stroede all of Beloit; his sisters Judy and Leon Hannebaum of Salina and Pam and Ben Bentley of Canyon, Texas; grandchildren Kirk and Gina Calhoon, Kaid Calhoon, Reese and Maddi Wilkison, Austin and Remington Stroede and Colbi Stroede; great-grandchildren Rex, Sam and Francie Calhoon and Cash Calhoon.

Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 10 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation with the family present will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place. 

Memorials may be given to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Don L. Stroede, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/don-stroede/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Don L. Stroede, Beloit</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/don-stroede">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/don-stroede</a>June 20, 1943 - March 6, 2023Donald Loren Stroede was born June 20th, 1943, in Ellsworth, Kansas to Loren and Berenice Stroede, eventually becoming the big brother to two sisters, Judy and Pam. He peacefully left this world at 3:30 a.m. March 6th, 2023, at Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit, Kansas.Don graduated from Tescott High School in Tescott, Kansas in 1961.&nbsp; Immediately after high school he entered the work force cutting meat for Boogaarts in Minneapolis, Kansas.On January 9th, 1962, Don postponed his work life and joined the U.S. Navy and was assigned to the Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron based out of Atsugi, Japan, where he flew on reconnaissance planes all over the far east, including the Philippines, Thailand and Korea.&nbsp; In May 1964 he was assigned to Danang AFB, South Vietnam and was part of the crew on the first permanent attachment sent to South Vietnam where he flew on reconnaissance missions in conjunction with the strike forces off the Carrier Air Group stationed in the Gulf of Tonkin.&nbsp; Don received two Meritorious Achievement Citations for “courage and devotion to duty in the face of hazardous flying conditions.” During his service Don logged over 62 flights and 3,000 hours of flight time.&nbsp; Don was honorably discharged on May 2nd, 1966.Upon returning from his service to the United States, Don resumed his career as a meat cutter in Minneapolis, Concordia, and eventually, Beloit, for the next 28 years.&nbsp; Upon leaving Boogaarts and the meat cutting business, Don enjoyed many years with the city of Beloit working at the water treatment plant.During his time in Concordia, Don met and married Sharon Homolka, from Chester, Nebraska.&nbsp; Don and Sharon were married on September 17, 1967.&nbsp; Don gladly adopted Shelly and Darren and later Randy and Chad were born into the family.&nbsp;Don was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.&nbsp; Over the years Don enjoyed being outdoors camping, fishing and hunting, especially with his friends, kids and grandkids and of course his beloved German shorthaired pointers.&nbsp; Don was a great teacher always by example when it came to anything from hunting, fishing, home improvements or shade tree mechanic work. Don always followed the kids and grandkids in their endeavors whether it be sports, dance or anything else they may be interested in.&nbsp; No matter if it was the holidays or just because it was a good day Don always loved hosting family dinners and barbeques at “mom and dad's.”Don was preceded in death by his parents Loren and Berenice, in-laws Rudy and Evelyn Homolka, grandchildren Amber and Dillon Stroede, and his dear wife of 49 years, Sharon, who he is now happily reunited with.Left to mourn his passing are his children Shelly and Mike Wilkison, Darren and Kelsey Stroede, Randy and Tonya Stroede and Chad and Maggie Stroede all of Beloit; his sisters Judy and Leon Hannebaum of Salina and Pam and Ben Bentley of Canyon, Texas; grandchildren Kirk and Gina Calhoon, Kaid Calhoon, Reese and Maddi Wilkison, Austin and Remington Stroede and Colbi Stroede; great-grandchildren Rex, Sam and Francie Calhoon and Cash Calhoon.Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 10 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation with the family present will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be given to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Don L. Stroede, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/don-stroede/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Don L. Stroede 

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Funeral arrangements will take place in Rapid City, SD.

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<h2>Thomas Petersen, Cawker City</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/thomas-petersen">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/thomas-petersen</a>March 18, 1944 - March 6, 2023Funeral arrangements will take place in Rapid City, SD.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Thomas Petersen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/thomas-petersen/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Thomas Petersen

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Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 13 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. A rosary service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, and visitation will be prior to the services. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the St. John's Education Fund.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Betty Krier, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Betty Krier, Beloit</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier</a>March 28, 1929 - March 6, 2023Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 13 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. A rosary service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, and visitation will be prior to the services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the St. John's Education Fund.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Betty Krier, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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