Ivan Weaver Lobban, 96, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, August 11th, at Reflections Retirement Resort, in Salina.

Ivan was born in Clovis, New Mexico on August 24, 1927, a son of Anna Mabelle (Simpson) and Zora Verne Lobban.

He attended McPherson College for 2 years, graduated from Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Virginia and served in the United States Army.

Ivan was a Postal Clerk for 25 years, worked at Vulcan Metals for 3 years and SG Diesel for 8 years. He was a hospice volunteer for 17 years, volunteered for Habitat for Humanity for over 13 years, and was an avid blood donor, giving over 33 gallons.

On April 9, 1954, Ivan married Adelphia "Delphie" Borgstrom in Windom, Kansas.

Survivors include his sons, Laine Lobban (Leslie) of Monument, Colorado, Lance Lobban of Norman, Oklahoma; and daughters, Ann Newcomer (Dave) of Salina, Kansas, Lindi Fahrenthold (Scott) of Solomon, Kansas, and Leesa Krehbiel (David) of Ooltewah, Tennessee.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Ben Lobban, Carolyn Sepulveda (Tyler), Kirk Lobban, Sarah Brower (Drew), Hannah Lobban, Mia Lobban (Ronnie), Nara Newcomer, Jenna Seidel (James), Russ Newcomer (Diane), Rachel Eufinger (Myles), Hannah Petkof (Peter), Jessica Fahrenthold, Katrina Fahrenthold, Andy Krehbiel (Megan), Amanda Nadri (Souheil); and great grandchildren, Preston, Tatum, Solana, Enoch, John, Wyatt, and 3 on the way.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leslie Lobban, Leonard Lobban, Elton Lobban; and sister, Ila Verne Stull.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 16th, from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm with family receiving friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, August 17th at Andover Lutheran Church, 117 Dakota Rd, Windom, Kansas, with Pastor Anna Borders officiating. Burial will follow at Andover Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Donations may be made to Andover Lutheran Church of Windom, Reflections Retirement Resort, or Interim Hospice, in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Ivan Weaver Lobban, 96, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, August 11th, at Reflections Retirement Resort, in Salina.Ivan was born in Clovis, New Mexico on August 24, 1927, a son of Anna Mabelle (Simpson) and Zora Verne Lobban.He attended McPherson College for 2 years, graduated from Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Virginia and served in the United States Army.Ivan was a Postal Clerk for 25 years, worked at Vulcan Metals for 3 years and SG Diesel for 8 years. He was a hospice volunteer for 17 years, volunteered for Habitat for Humanity for over 13 years, and was an avid blood donor, giving over 33 gallons.On April 9, 1954, Ivan married Adelphia "Delphie" Borgstrom in Windom, Kansas.Survivors include his sons, Laine Lobban (Leslie) of Monument, Colorado, Lance Lobban of Norman, Oklahoma; and daughters, Ann Newcomer (Dave) of Salina, Kansas, Lindi Fahrenthold (Scott) of Solomon, Kansas, and Leesa Krehbiel (David) of Ooltewah, Tennessee.He is also survived by his grandchildren, Ben Lobban, Carolyn Sepulveda (Tyler), Kirk Lobban, Sarah Brower (Drew), Hannah Lobban, Mia Lobban (Ronnie), Nara Newcomer, Jenna Seidel (James), Russ Newcomer (Diane), Rachel Eufinger (Myles), Hannah Petkof (Peter), Jessica Fahrenthold, Katrina Fahrenthold, Andy Krehbiel (Megan), Amanda Nadri (Souheil); and great grandchildren, Preston, Tatum, Solana, Enoch, John, Wyatt, and 3 on the way.He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leslie Lobban, Leonard Lobban, Elton Lobban; and sister, Ila Verne Stull.Visitation will be held on Friday, August 16th, from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm with family receiving friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, August 17th at Andover Lutheran Church, 117 Dakota Rd, Windom, Kansas, with Pastor Anna Borders officiating. Burial will follow at Andover Lutheran Church Cemetery.Donations may be made to Andover Lutheran Church of Windom, Reflections Retirement Resort, or Interim Hospice, in care of the funeral home.

Ivan Weaver Lobban

Glenn J. Shomaker, 65, of Salina passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024.&nbsp; He was born in Flagler, CO to Howard and Phyllis (Lund) Shomaker.

In his free time Glenn enjoyed working on cars and loved riding his Harley and being with friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death his parents and brother, Harold Shomaker.&nbsp; He is survived by his daughter, Angel Losquadro (Stephen) of Maryland; brothers, Tommy Shomaker of Salina and Eugene Shomaker (Holly) of Kansas City.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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 </figure>Glenn J. Shomaker, 65, of Salina passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024.&nbsp; He was born in Flagler, CO to Howard and Phyllis (Lund) Shomaker.In his free time Glenn enjoyed working on cars and loved riding his Harley and being with friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death his parents and brother, Harold Shomaker.&nbsp; He is survived by his daughter, Angel Losquadro (Stephen) of Maryland; brothers, Tommy Shomaker of Salina and Eugene Shomaker (Holly) of Kansas City.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Glenn J. Shomaker

Randall A. Carrier, 72, of Salina, KS passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024. He was born in Salina, to Ray Allen and Royce Gaye (Linsenmayer) Carrier, on March 1, 1952. He married Margaret A. McMahon, on January 15, 1972. &nbsp;

Randy had a confident and forthright personality. His directness and openness in expressing his thoughts made him reliable, a committed business owner, a kind-hearted individual, and a caring husband, father, and friend. In many aspects of his life, Randy exemplified what it meant to live with authenticity and purpose. His legacy was not just in the success of his business but in the lives he touched and the positive impact he made on those around him, especially as a North Salina Businessman.

Randy loved spending time outdoors at their residence north of Salina, as well as going to the lake with friends. He was always ready to grab a slalom ski and take a run, regardless of the temperature.

He is survived by his wife, Margie, at home, sons Jason Carrier and his wife Clara Lucia in Naperville, IL, and Nathan Carrier and his wife Lindsey in Overland Park, KS. He is also survived by grandsons Nicolas Carrier, Benton Carrier, Beckett Carrier, and Ethan Carrier, step-sister Rita Macy and her husband Bob in Abilene and step-mother Shirley Carrier.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Shawn Bartow.

Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday, August 15 at Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas.

The memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Fr. Kevin Weber as celebrant. Burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation of the Heartland.

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 </figure>Randall A. Carrier, 72, of Salina, KS passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024. He was born in Salina, to Ray Allen and Royce Gaye (Linsenmayer) Carrier, on March 1, 1952. He married Margaret A. McMahon, on January 15, 1972. &nbsp;Randy had a confident and forthright personality. His directness and openness in expressing his thoughts made him reliable, a committed business owner, a kind-hearted individual, and a caring husband, father, and friend. In many aspects of his life, Randy exemplified what it meant to live with authenticity and purpose. His legacy was not just in the success of his business but in the lives he touched and the positive impact he made on those around him, especially as a North Salina Businessman.Randy loved spending time outdoors at their residence north of Salina, as well as going to the lake with friends. He was always ready to grab a slalom ski and take a run, regardless of the temperature.He is survived by his wife, Margie, at home, sons Jason Carrier and his wife Clara Lucia in Naperville, IL, and Nathan Carrier and his wife Lindsey in Overland Park, KS. He is also survived by grandsons Nicolas Carrier, Benton Carrier, Beckett Carrier, and Ethan Carrier, step-sister Rita Macy and her husband Bob in Abilene and step-mother Shirley Carrier.He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Shawn Bartow.Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday, August 15 at Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas.The memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Fr. Kevin Weber as celebrant. Burial will take place at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation of the Heartland.

Randall A. Carrier

Judith Ann Hettenbach was born on November 21, 1941, in Shady Bend in Lincoln County, Kansas at her grandparents' home. She died on August 7, 2024 at Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene, Kansas. She was the middle child of Vera (Briscoe) and Richard Reitz, Sr. Judy attended Abilene Public Schools and graduated in 1959 from Abilene High School. During that time, she was a drum majorette her junior and senior year and played the piano and marimba; and was a member of Y-Teens and Pep Club.

She met the love of her life and married Verle L. Hettenbach on March 13, 1960, at the Abilene First United Methodist Church. To this union, three children were born. She was a member of the Dickinson County Rural Life and Woodbine United Methodist Church which she was financial secretary for many years. Judy's main interest was sewing which was a life-long pursuit including making outfits for Miss Rodeo Kansas, duplicating Eisenhower's WWII jacket for the bronze statue casting, and teaching machine embroidery classes. While growing up, she was a member of the Abilene Aggies 4-H Club and continued her involvement in 4-H by supporting her children's and grandchildren's projects. She was a supportive farm wife and was Farm Bureau Membership District Woman of the Year. Judy and Verle received Farm Family of the Year and Century Farm Awards from the Farm Bureau.

Her biggest pride and joy was her family. She is survived by her son Tod (Leesa) of Chapman, her son-in-law Scott Flippo of Abilene, and her son Bart (Susan) of Hope. Grandchildren and great grandchildren include Tessa (Brad) Matacale, Grace, Emmett, and Eleanor of Wichita; Tanner Hettenbach and Parker of Woodbine; Byron Flippo and fiancé Tara Dethlefs of Abilene; Shelby (Devin) Neal and Trenton of Enterprise; and Della Hettenbach and fiancé Samuel Phelps of Harrison, Ohio. Sibling Dale (Dorinda) Reitz of Alva, Florida and sister-in-law Barbara Reitz of Abilene plus many nieces and nephews. Judy was preceded in death by her husband Verle, her parents, her loving daughter Lorie Ann Flippo, and brother Richard (Larry) Reitz, Jr.

The family will receive friends on Friday, August 16th from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the Danner Funeral Home, Abilene, Kansas. Graveside services will be at 10:00 am Saturday, August 17th at the Abilene City Cemetery. At 1:30 pm, a Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Woodbine United Methodist Church in Woodbine, both with Pastor Cathy Fitzgerald officiating. In lieu of flowers or plants, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Woodbine United Methodist Church, Home Health &amp; Hospice of Dickinson County, or the Dickinson County 4-H Foundation, and may be dropped off or sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dannerfuneralhome.net.

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 </figure>Judith Ann Hettenbach was born on November 21, 1941, in Shady Bend in Lincoln County, Kansas at her grandparents' home. She died on August 7, 2024 at Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene, Kansas. She was the middle child of Vera (Briscoe) and Richard Reitz, Sr. Judy attended Abilene Public Schools and graduated in 1959 from Abilene High School. During that time, she was a drum majorette her junior and senior year and played the piano and marimba; and was a member of Y-Teens and Pep Club.She met the love of her life and married Verle L. Hettenbach on March 13, 1960, at the Abilene First United Methodist Church. To this union, three children were born. She was a member of the Dickinson County Rural Life and Woodbine United Methodist Church which she was financial secretary for many years. Judy's main interest was sewing which was a life-long pursuit including making outfits for Miss Rodeo Kansas, duplicating Eisenhower's WWII jacket for the bronze statue casting, and teaching machine embroidery classes. While growing up, she was a member of the Abilene Aggies 4-H Club and continued her involvement in 4-H by supporting her children's and grandchildren's projects. She was a supportive farm wife and was Farm Bureau Membership District Woman of the Year. Judy and Verle received Farm Family of the Year and Century Farm Awards from the Farm Bureau.Her biggest pride and joy was her family. She is survived by her son Tod (Leesa) of Chapman, her son-in-law Scott Flippo of Abilene, and her son Bart (Susan) of Hope. Grandchildren and great grandchildren include Tessa (Brad) Matacale, Grace, Emmett, and Eleanor of Wichita; Tanner Hettenbach and Parker of Woodbine; Byron Flippo and fiancé Tara Dethlefs of Abilene; Shelby (Devin) Neal and Trenton of Enterprise; and Della Hettenbach and fiancé Samuel Phelps of Harrison, Ohio. Sibling Dale (Dorinda) Reitz of Alva, Florida and sister-in-law Barbara Reitz of Abilene plus many nieces and nephews. Judy was preceded in death by her husband Verle, her parents, her loving daughter Lorie Ann Flippo, and brother Richard (Larry) Reitz, Jr.The family will receive friends on Friday, August 16th from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the Danner Funeral Home, Abilene, Kansas. Graveside services will be at 10:00 am Saturday, August 17th at the Abilene City Cemetery. At 1:30 pm, a Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Woodbine United Methodist Church in Woodbine, both with Pastor Cathy Fitzgerald officiating. In lieu of flowers or plants, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Woodbine United Methodist Church, Home Health &amp; Hospice of Dickinson County, or the Dickinson County 4-H Foundation, and may be dropped off or sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dannerfuneralhome.net.

Judith Ann Hettenbach

Allen Ray Kopf, 81, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Aug 10th, 2024 with his wife Susan by his side. Born in Missouri to Laverne L. Kopf and Marita “Rita” E. Kopf, Allen spent most of his adolescent and adult life in Saline County, Kansas.

As a young child, Allen was a natural country boy. He spent a lot of time with his grandfathers where he developed a love for the outdoors, a passion for fishing and a very colorful vocabulary. A vocabulary so colorful in fact, that he and his siblings regularly bathed with bars of soap that had teeth marks in them. This colorful vocabulary made him a natural fit in the firehouse where he had a long career as a firefighter, retiring a lieutenant for the Salina Fire Department in 1997.

He spent his days off from the firehouse working for Tink’s Auto Repair, hunting and fishing with his buddies and helping his friends and family with whatever they needed fixed. Allen was an extremely hard worker from a very young age and even after retirement from the fire department found a second career working for Saline County where he also retired.

Allen cared deeply for his friends, but nothing meant more to him than his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. You could not speak to him on the phone without telling him everyone you had talked to and how they were doing. As a husband and father, he did everything he could to make sure his family was taken care of. As a grandfather, he provided so many priceless and unforgettable memories that will be cherished for decades and generations.

He is survived by his wife Susan; children Jeff, Mike and Michelle (Fuester); stepchildren, Carole Drake, Michelle Long and Chris Cox; Siblings Dale Kopf and Brenda O’Gorman; 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral will be&nbsp;10am Wednesday&nbsp;at St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, Salina, KS. Burial will follow at All Saints Catholic Cemetery.

A vigil will be&nbsp;at 7pm Tuesday&nbsp;at Ryan Mortuary,&nbsp;137 N. Eighth Salina, KS.Visitation will be&nbsp;from 4-8pm.

Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice and sent in care of Ryan Mortuary. Online condolence’s&nbsp;www.ryanmortuary.com

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 </figure>Allen Ray Kopf, 81, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Aug 10th, 2024 with his wife Susan by his side. Born in Missouri to Laverne L. Kopf and Marita “Rita” E. Kopf, Allen spent most of his adolescent and adult life in Saline County, Kansas.As a young child, Allen was a natural country boy. He spent a lot of time with his grandfathers where he developed a love for the outdoors, a passion for fishing and a very colorful vocabulary. A vocabulary so colorful in fact, that he and his siblings regularly bathed with bars of soap that had teeth marks in them. This colorful vocabulary made him a natural fit in the firehouse where he had a long career as a firefighter, retiring a lieutenant for the Salina Fire Department in 1997.He spent his days off from the firehouse working for Tink’s Auto Repair, hunting and fishing with his buddies and helping his friends and family with whatever they needed fixed. Allen was an extremely hard worker from a very young age and even after retirement from the fire department found a second career working for Saline County where he also retired.Allen cared deeply for his friends, but nothing meant more to him than his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. You could not speak to him on the phone without telling him everyone you had talked to and how they were doing. As a husband and father, he did everything he could to make sure his family was taken care of. As a grandfather, he provided so many priceless and unforgettable memories that will be cherished for decades and generations.He was preceded in death by his Parents.He is survived by his wife Susan; children Jeff, Mike and Michelle (Fuester); stepchildren, Carole Drake, Michelle Long and Chris Cox; Siblings Dale Kopf and Brenda O’Gorman; 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.Funeral will be&nbsp;10am Wednesday&nbsp;at St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, Salina, KS. Burial will follow at All Saints Catholic Cemetery.A vigil will be&nbsp;at 7pm Tuesday&nbsp;at Ryan Mortuary,&nbsp;137 N. Eighth Salina, KS.Visitation will be&nbsp;from 4-8pm.Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice and sent in care of Ryan Mortuary. Online condolence’s&nbsp;www.ryanmortuary.com

Allen Ray Kopf

Max L. Marler, Salina, formerly of Minneapolis, Kansas, passed from this life on August 8, 2024, at a Salina care center after a brief illness.&nbsp;

Max was born on January 30, 1937, in Beloit, KS to Clem T. and Dorothy (McClintock) Marler. He attended school in Delphos and graduated with the class of 1955. He was united in marriage to Phyllis Allison on July 20, 1956. Max worked for Kansas Power and Light and Westar Co. for 40 years. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electronics for 55 years. For 20 years of his career with KP&amp;L he was the Outside District man for Gypsum, Kipp, Assaria, and Roxbury, KS. Max also served as President of the Salina Labor Building Assoc., President of the Central Labor Unions and Union Steward for the IBEW Local 304. Max was a member of the 425th Transportation Company, US Army Reserves in Salina, served as a past president and secretary of the Gypsum Lions Club as well as served several terms as Elder and Sunday school teacher at the Kipp Presbyterian Church.

Max’s passions were music, hunting and fishing. He played the saxophone professionally in The Kings Men Dance Band and the Carl and Max Duo. During his musical career, he served several terms on the board of Local 207, International Musicians Assoc. He was a member of the Striped Bass Club, a registered Trap shooter and enjoyed being a competitive Blue Rock shooter. Max spent many years raising English Setters and loved to work the dogs hunting pheasant and quail.

Max was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law, Michael Cedillo.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis, of Salina, KS; daughters, Pam (Mike) Skidmore of Hutchinson, KS; Tammy Cedillo and Julie Marler of Salina, KS; sister Marilyn Hearnen of Peoria, AZ; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Monday, August 12 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467. Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 13 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Delphos Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Delphos Presbyterian Church or Gentiva Hospice and be left in care of the funeral home.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Max L. Marler, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/max-l-marler/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>Max L. Marler, Salina, formerly of Minneapolis, Kansas, passed from this life on August 8, 2024, at a Salina care center after a brief illness.&nbsp;Max was born on January 30, 1937, in Beloit, KS to Clem T. and Dorothy (McClintock) Marler. He attended school in Delphos and graduated with the class of 1955. He was united in marriage to Phyllis Allison on July 20, 1956. Max worked for Kansas Power and Light and Westar Co. for 40 years. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electronics for 55 years. For 20 years of his career with KP&amp;L he was the Outside District man for Gypsum, Kipp, Assaria, and Roxbury, KS. Max also served as President of the Salina Labor Building Assoc., President of the Central Labor Unions and Union Steward for the IBEW Local 304. Max was a member of the 425th Transportation Company, US Army Reserves in Salina, served as a past president and secretary of the Gypsum Lions Club as well as served several terms as Elder and Sunday school teacher at the Kipp Presbyterian Church.Max’s passions were music, hunting and fishing. He played the saxophone professionally in The Kings Men Dance Band and the Carl and Max Duo. During his musical career, he served several terms on the board of Local 207, International Musicians Assoc. He was a member of the Striped Bass Club, a registered Trap shooter and enjoyed being a competitive Blue Rock shooter. Max spent many years raising English Setters and loved to work the dogs hunting pheasant and quail.Max was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law, Michael Cedillo.Survivors include his wife, Phyllis, of Salina, KS; daughters, Pam (Mike) Skidmore of Hutchinson, KS; Tammy Cedillo and Julie Marler of Salina, KS; sister Marilyn Hearnen of Peoria, AZ; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Monday, August 12 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467. Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 13 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Delphos Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Delphos Presbyterian Church or Gentiva Hospice and be left in care of the funeral home.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Max L. Marler, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/max-l-marler/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Max L. Marler

Larry Edmund Homeier, known fondly as "Skip,” passed away on August 8, 2024, in Salina, Kansas. Born on November 1, 1943, in Ellsworth, Kansas, Skip was known for his dry sense of humor and deep love for his family.

Skip was an avid fisherman and hunter, passions he eagerly shared with his family. As a long-time member and Treasurer of the Salina Kennel Club, Skip was the go-to expert for training hunting dogs, a role he and his wife, Pam, embraced as obedience trainers.

For 30 years, Skip worked at National Bank of America as a Computer Programmer and Vice President. After his retirement from the bank, he served as the Custodian for Trinity United Methodist Church for several years. His meticulous nature made him the family’s trusted fixer, whether building a shelf or repairing a sink.

Skip graduated from Ellsworth High School in 1961 and earned a degree in History from Kansas Wesleyan University in 1966, where he also met Pam. Their bond grew during their college years, leading to a life filled with love and shared passions.

Skip also loved movies and reading, finding joy in stories on screen and in books. His life was defined by his steady presence, reliability, and deep care for those around him.

He is survived by his wife, Pam Homeier of Salina; his sister, LaVonne Shawley (Claude) of Linwood; and his three daughters, Stacy Came (Chad), Jill Phelps (Scott), and Nicki Seay (Dewayne), all of Salina. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be on Friday, August 16th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St, Salina, KS 67401. Funeral services will be on Saturday, August 17th at 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 901 E Neal Ave, Salina, KS 67401.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church and the Salina Kennel Club.

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 </figure><h2></h2>Larry Edmund Homeier, known fondly as "Skip,” passed away on August 8, 2024, in Salina, Kansas. Born on November 1, 1943, in Ellsworth, Kansas, Skip was known for his dry sense of humor and deep love for his family.Skip was an avid fisherman and hunter, passions he eagerly shared with his family. As a long-time member and Treasurer of the Salina Kennel Club, Skip was the go-to expert for training hunting dogs, a role he and his wife, Pam, embraced as obedience trainers.For 30 years, Skip worked at National Bank of America as a Computer Programmer and Vice President. After his retirement from the bank, he served as the Custodian for Trinity United Methodist Church for several years. His meticulous nature made him the family’s trusted fixer, whether building a shelf or repairing a sink.Skip graduated from Ellsworth High School in 1961 and earned a degree in History from Kansas Wesleyan University in 1966, where he also met Pam. Their bond grew during their college years, leading to a life filled with love and shared passions.Skip also loved movies and reading, finding joy in stories on screen and in books. His life was defined by his steady presence, reliability, and deep care for those around him.He is survived by his wife, Pam Homeier of Salina; his sister, LaVonne Shawley (Claude) of Linwood; and his three daughters, Stacy Came (Chad), Jill Phelps (Scott), and Nicki Seay (Dewayne), all of Salina. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.Visitation will be on Friday, August 16th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St, Salina, KS 67401. Funeral services will be on Saturday, August 17th at 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 901 E Neal Ave, Salina, KS 67401.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church and the Salina Kennel Club.

Larry Homeier

LeAnn Marie Berry, 84, of Salina, Kan., passed away Friday, August 9, 2024. She was born on October 11, 1939, in Clay County, Kan., to Wilbur and Hazel (Welch) Griffiths.

LeAnn grew up in Clay Center, Kan., and graduated from Clay Center High School. She worked for many years at Tony’s Pizza and as a door greeter at Walmart in Salina. She liked to visit with family and loved her dogs and Chico the family cat and watching game shows. She also enjoyed the traveling she was able to do while her husband served in the U.S. Air Force.

Survivors include her sons, David (Susie), Doug (Kim), and Jeff (Jane) Berry; sisters, Violet Kolle and Barbara Savery; grandchildren, Steven (Melanie), Thomas, Jack, and Joshua Berry, Veronica Brown (William), and Luke Guzman; great-grandchildren, Ava, Valen, and Harlan; nephew, Paul Kolle; and niece, Lisa Donald.

She is preceded in death by her parents; the father of her sons, Thomas Berry; and her brothers-in-law, Ronald Kolle and Roger Savery.

A memorial service for LeAnn will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St, Salina.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, care of the mortuary.

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 </figure>LeAnn Marie Berry, 84, of Salina, Kan., passed away Friday, August 9, 2024. She was born on October 11, 1939, in Clay County, Kan., to Wilbur and Hazel (Welch) Griffiths.LeAnn grew up in Clay Center, Kan., and graduated from Clay Center High School. She worked for many years at Tony’s Pizza and as a door greeter at Walmart in Salina. She liked to visit with family and loved her dogs and Chico the family cat and watching game shows. She also enjoyed the traveling she was able to do while her husband served in the U.S. Air Force.Survivors include her sons, David (Susie), Doug (Kim), and Jeff (Jane) Berry; sisters, Violet Kolle and Barbara Savery; grandchildren, Steven (Melanie), Thomas, Jack, and Joshua Berry, Veronica Brown (William), and Luke Guzman; great-grandchildren, Ava, Valen, and Harlan; nephew, Paul Kolle; and niece, Lisa Donald.She is preceded in death by her parents; the father of her sons, Thomas Berry; and her brothers-in-law, Ronald Kolle and Roger Savery.A memorial service for LeAnn will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St, Salina.Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, care of the mortuary.

LeAnn Marie Berry

Jesse D. Wray, 25, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born in Salina, on October 29, 1998 to Heidi Lee and Larry Wray.&nbsp;Survivors include his mother, Heidi Lee; father, Larry Wray; stepfather, Michael Peterson; brothers, Guage Peterson, Cash Peterson, and Iziah Wray; sisters, MaKinze Wray and Gypse Wray; grandparents, Larry and Rhoda Wray, Gale Peterson, and Debrah Thomas; aunts, Jenifer Wray, Michelle Peterson, Lori Kimble, Cat Bogart, and Nancy Lee; uncles, Glenn Jacobs, Robert Terpe, Wade Barnett, Jerry Hassler, and Jerry Bogart; cousins, Tanner Wheeler, Kelsey Jacobs, Kadee Lynn Michael, Daniel Burd, Dane Welch, and Kale Simmons; nieces, Mila Peterson, Phobe Peterson, and Rylie Peterson; nephew, Ryder Peterson; godfather, Abel Perez.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald and Julie Lee and uncle, Dave Lee Oran Miller.

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 </figure><h2></h2>Jesse D. Wray, 25, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born in Salina, on October 29, 1998 to Heidi Lee and Larry Wray.&nbsp;Survivors include his mother, Heidi Lee; father, Larry Wray; stepfather, Michael Peterson; brothers, Guage Peterson, Cash Peterson, and Iziah Wray; sisters, MaKinze Wray and Gypse Wray; grandparents, Larry and Rhoda Wray, Gale Peterson, and Debrah Thomas; aunts, Jenifer Wray, Michelle Peterson, Lori Kimble, Cat Bogart, and Nancy Lee; uncles, Glenn Jacobs, Robert Terpe, Wade Barnett, Jerry Hassler, and Jerry Bogart; cousins, Tanner Wheeler, Kelsey Jacobs, Kadee Lynn Michael, Daniel Burd, Dane Welch, and Kale Simmons; nieces, Mila Peterson, Phobe Peterson, and Rylie Peterson; nephew, Ryder Peterson; godfather, Abel Perez.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald and Julie Lee and uncle, Dave Lee Oran Miller.

Jesse Wray

Our loving father, Keith E. Adams, 88, fell into the arms of Jesus on August 3, 2024. He was born November 19, 1935.&nbsp; His parents were Lawrence and Lorene Adams. He was born and bred in Miltonvale, Ks. After high school, he joined the USAF. Following his honorable discharge, he became a Meteorologist Technician. Many of you heard his voice every day giving the weather report on KNCK.

Survivors are his wife of 40 years, Judy Hodson Adams of Wichita, KS.&nbsp; Special mention to his faithful dog, Zoey, who just doesn't understand why "Daddy" is not around. Surviving children with his first wife, Aileen Fuller:&nbsp; Debra, Michael, Beth and Tamra. Plus bonus sons: Wayne and Michael. Lots of other family members and friends left to reflect on the joy Keith left us.Our daddy loved Jesus, George Jones, Golden State Warriors, the movie: Cast Away, Worship Music, all kinds of sports, including the GOAT, Tom Brady plus his Branson friends and all of us, most of all.&nbsp; Homegoing celebration is scheduled for&nbsp;August 23rd at 2pm&nbsp;at Lakeview Cemetery,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/12100+East+13th+North,+Wichita,+KS+67206?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">12100 East 13th</a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/12100+East+13th+North,+Wichita,+KS+67206?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">North, Wichita, KS 67206</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723227279702.jpeg" alt="Keith E. Adams " />
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 </figure>Our loving father, Keith E. Adams, 88, fell into the arms of Jesus on August 3, 2024. He was born November 19, 1935.&nbsp; His parents were Lawrence and Lorene Adams. He was born and bred in Miltonvale, Ks. After high school, he joined the USAF. Following his honorable discharge, he became a Meteorologist Technician. Many of you heard his voice every day giving the weather report on KNCK. Survivors are his wife of 40 years, Judy Hodson Adams of Wichita, KS.&nbsp; Special mention to his faithful dog, Zoey, who just doesn't understand why "Daddy" is not around. Surviving children with his first wife, Aileen Fuller:&nbsp; Debra, Michael, Beth and Tamra. Plus bonus sons: Wayne and Michael. Lots of other family members and friends left to reflect on the joy Keith left us.Our daddy loved Jesus, George Jones, Golden State Warriors, the movie: Cast Away, Worship Music, all kinds of sports, including the GOAT, Tom Brady plus his Branson friends and all of us, most of all.&nbsp; Homegoing celebration is scheduled for&nbsp;August 23rd at 2pm&nbsp;at Lakeview Cemetery,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/12100+East+13th+North,+Wichita,+KS+67206?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">12100 East 13th</a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/12100+East+13th+North,+Wichita,+KS+67206?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">North, Wichita, KS 67206</a>

Keith E. Adams

Larry Wade Peppers, 80, entered into eternal peace on August 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS.

Larry was born on August 19, 1943 in Granite City, IL to parents Thomas Wade and Elta Oletta (Sykes) Peppers. Larry graduated from Granite City High School and earned an associates degree from Hutchinson Community College.

He married Judy Nelson on June 9,1963. They had 4 children together before she passed away on August 6,1993.

Larry served in the Air Force as an A1C Missile Facilities Technician in the mid -1960s.

He later began working at Sears, and stayed for 43 years as a sales associate and manager, then moved to Menards before his retirement.

Larry enjoyed coaching his sons Babe Ruth baseball teams, watching KU basketball, fishing, casinos, and loved listening to classic country music.

He married Laura Baumberger in September of 1994. Larry and Laura raised several puppies, including his beloved Mandy. They liked to play bingo and dine at local area restaurants.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife (Judy); two sisters (Linda and Mary).

Larry is survived by Wife: Laura Jane Peppers (Ewing); Children: Richard Peppers and spouse Mitzi, Rob Peppers, Barbara Schulze and spouse Randy, Lyndon Peppers and spouse Layla; Others: Vonnie Peppers (Sister), Ashley Melugin (Granddaughter) and spouse Alex, Amber Lanning (Granddaughter) and spouse Matt, Bryce Peppers (Grandson), Josh Macey (Grandson), Payton Nguyen (Granddaughter) and spouse Devin Huehl, Alli Schulze (Granddaughter), Lexy Appel (Granddaughter) and spouse Tyler, Logan Peppers (Grandson) and spouse Alex, Alyssa Peppers (Granddaughter), Rod Baumberger (Step-Son), Mike Baumberger (Step-Son), 5 Great-Grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held&nbsp;Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 10:30 AM&nbsp;at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel in Salina, KS, with Pastor Doug Hamilton officiating. Inurnment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Salina, KS. Memorials may be made to Salina Animal Shelter; 329 N. 2nd Str., Salina, KS 67401 or the NE KS Parkinson's Association; P.O. Box 67342; Topeka, KS 66667-0342.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services, Online condolences can be sent to&nbsp;www.roselawnsalina.com.

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 </figure>Larry Wade Peppers, 80, entered into eternal peace on August 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS.Larry was born on August 19, 1943 in Granite City, IL to parents Thomas Wade and Elta Oletta (Sykes) Peppers. Larry graduated from Granite City High School and earned an associates degree from Hutchinson Community College.He married Judy Nelson on June 9,1963. They had 4 children together before she passed away on August 6,1993.Larry served in the Air Force as an A1C Missile Facilities Technician in the mid -1960s.He later began working at Sears, and stayed for 43 years as a sales associate and manager, then moved to Menards before his retirement.Larry enjoyed coaching his sons Babe Ruth baseball teams, watching KU basketball, fishing, casinos, and loved listening to classic country music.He married Laura Baumberger in September of 1994. Larry and Laura raised several puppies, including his beloved Mandy. They liked to play bingo and dine at local area restaurants.He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife (Judy); two sisters (Linda and Mary).Larry is survived by Wife: Laura Jane Peppers (Ewing); Children: Richard Peppers and spouse Mitzi, Rob Peppers, Barbara Schulze and spouse Randy, Lyndon Peppers and spouse Layla; Others: Vonnie Peppers (Sister), Ashley Melugin (Granddaughter) and spouse Alex, Amber Lanning (Granddaughter) and spouse Matt, Bryce Peppers (Grandson), Josh Macey (Grandson), Payton Nguyen (Granddaughter) and spouse Devin Huehl, Alli Schulze (Granddaughter), Lexy Appel (Granddaughter) and spouse Tyler, Logan Peppers (Grandson) and spouse Alex, Alyssa Peppers (Granddaughter), Rod Baumberger (Step-Son), Mike Baumberger (Step-Son), 5 Great-Grandchildren.Memorial services will be held&nbsp;Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 10:30 AM&nbsp;at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel in Salina, KS, with Pastor Doug Hamilton officiating. Inurnment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Salina, KS. Memorials may be made to Salina Animal Shelter; 329 N. 2nd Str., Salina, KS 67401 or the NE KS Parkinson's Association; P.O. Box 67342; Topeka, KS 66667-0342.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services, Online condolences can be sent to&nbsp;www.roselawnsalina.com.

Larry Wade Peppers

Lyla "Pat" Patricia Brooks, 74, passed away on August 03, 2024 at her home in Solomon, KS.

Lyla was born on August 23, 1949 in Scott City, KS to parents Leonard Henry and Leta Mae (Eastham) Brooks.

She loved her job at the library and loved working with the community and especially the children. She participated in many volunteer events encouraging people to read. She loved volunteering and often volunteered at events for the Smokey Hill Museum; one example would be the Salina Street Fair. She was also a volunteer for the North Salina Community Development project and Lakewood Discovery Center events.

Pat didn’t have the opportunity to go to college until later in life but she loved it and would have made a lifetime career out of it if she could. She attended Kansas State University and received two Masters degrees, one in Environmental Studies and another in Women's Studies. She was passionate about environmental issues, social injustice and human rights. She was very knowledgeable and wrote many essays on these issues. She was an avid reader and spent a large part of most days reading and learning new things.

She was very committed in the Baha'i faith community. She loved her cat Nellie and spending time with her grandchildren. She also loved gardening.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents; Sisters: Luella Betzold and Linda Brooks; Brothers: Leonard Brooks, Leland Brooks and Larry Brooks.

Lyla is survived by; Daughters: Cassie Brooks and spouse Jerome Schneider, Heidi Phillips and Bonnie Love Sons: Mark Reeves and John Phillips; Sisters: Lana Jantz and Lenora Haynes; Brother: Lynn Brooks; 8 Grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held&nbsp;Monday, August 12, 2024, 11:00 AM&nbsp;at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel in Salina, KS, with Pastor Doug Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow at Heart Land Prairie Cemetery in New Cambria, KS.

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 </figure>Lyla "Pat" Patricia Brooks, 74, passed away on August 03, 2024 at her home in Solomon, KS.Lyla was born on August 23, 1949 in Scott City, KS to parents Leonard Henry and Leta Mae (Eastham) Brooks.She loved her job at the library and loved working with the community and especially the children. She participated in many volunteer events encouraging people to read. She loved volunteering and often volunteered at events for the Smokey Hill Museum; one example would be the Salina Street Fair. She was also a volunteer for the North Salina Community Development project and Lakewood Discovery Center events.Pat didn’t have the opportunity to go to college until later in life but she loved it and would have made a lifetime career out of it if she could. She attended Kansas State University and received two Masters degrees, one in Environmental Studies and another in Women's Studies. She was passionate about environmental issues, social injustice and human rights. She was very knowledgeable and wrote many essays on these issues. She was an avid reader and spent a large part of most days reading and learning new things.She was very committed in the Baha'i faith community. She loved her cat Nellie and spending time with her grandchildren. She also loved gardening.Pat was preceded in death by her parents; Sisters: Luella Betzold and Linda Brooks; Brothers: Leonard Brooks, Leland Brooks and Larry Brooks.Lyla is survived by; Daughters: Cassie Brooks and spouse Jerome Schneider, Heidi Phillips and Bonnie Love Sons: Mark Reeves and John Phillips; Sisters: Lana Jantz and Lenora Haynes; Brother: Lynn Brooks; 8 Grandchildren.Funeral services will be held&nbsp;Monday, August 12, 2024, 11:00 AM&nbsp;at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel in Salina, KS, with Pastor Doug Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow at Heart Land Prairie Cemetery in New Cambria, KS.

Lyla "Pat" Patricia Brooks

Valerius (Val) J. Rohleder passed away August 8th, 2024. Val was born to Nick and Minnie Rohleder on 12/19/1929 in Emmeram, Kansas.

He graduated from St. Joseph Military academy in Hays in 1948. He joined the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. Val married Tina Giest in 1956 and she survives the home.

In 1978 Val and Tina moved to Abilene KS where they opened their business Pioneer Farm and Ranch Supply. Val coached baseball, taught religion classes for his church but his greatest passion was running his farm store. Val worked in his store for more than 40 years before retiring at age 90.

Val is survived by his wife Tina and three children, Nick (Teree) Rohleder of Salina, Jody (Dr. Jim) Jenkins of Junction City, Amy (Mark) Dautel of McPherson, Six grandchildren, Samantha, Kristan, Hunter, Hannah, Jordan and Dustin, and 8 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be at Martin-Becker-Carlson funeral home in Abilene KS on Monday August 12th from 5:30-7:30pm (Rosary from 5:30-6pm). Visitation at Kline’s Mortuary in Hays KS on Tuesday August 13th from 6-8pm. Funeral on Wednesday August 14th at 10:30am at Basilica of St. Fidelis Catholic Church in Victoria, KS. Lunch immediately following. Burial to follow at Victoria KS Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church for Masses, or St. Andrew’s School or to Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

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 </figure>Valerius (Val) J. Rohleder passed away August 8th, 2024. Val was born to Nick and Minnie Rohleder on 12/19/1929 in Emmeram, Kansas.He graduated from St. Joseph Military academy in Hays in 1948. He joined the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. Val married Tina Giest in 1956 and she survives the home.In 1978 Val and Tina moved to Abilene KS where they opened their business Pioneer Farm and Ranch Supply. Val coached baseball, taught religion classes for his church but his greatest passion was running his farm store. Val worked in his store for more than 40 years before retiring at age 90.Val is survived by his wife Tina and three children, Nick (Teree) Rohleder of Salina, Jody (Dr. Jim) Jenkins of Junction City, Amy (Mark) Dautel of McPherson, Six grandchildren, Samantha, Kristan, Hunter, Hannah, Jordan and Dustin, and 8 great grandchildren.Visitation will be at Martin-Becker-Carlson funeral home in Abilene KS on Monday August 12th from 5:30-7:30pm (Rosary from 5:30-6pm). Visitation at Kline’s Mortuary in Hays KS on Tuesday August 13th from 6-8pm. Funeral on Wednesday August 14th at 10:30am at Basilica of St. Fidelis Catholic Church in Victoria, KS. Lunch immediately following. Burial to follow at Victoria KS Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church for Masses, or St. Andrew’s School or to Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Valerius (Val) J. Rohleder

Doris Adelle (Johnson) Blomquist passed away August 2, 2024 at Cedarhurst Senior Living in Salina, KS. &nbsp;She was born on &nbsp;March 27, 1930, to Edgar and Ruby (Peterson) Johnson of rural&nbsp;Assaria. &nbsp; She attended grades 1-8 at Star School, walking or riding ponies with her siblings, Carolyn and Eldon, to the one-room schoolhouse located a mile south of their childhood home. &nbsp;She graduated as valedictorian from&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;High School in 1948. &nbsp;She attended Kansas Wesleyan for 2 years, and then taught for 2 years at&nbsp;Smolan&nbsp;grade school. &nbsp;On October 12, 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, Oscar Blomquist.

Early in their marriage, Oscar was drafted into the army during the Korean conflict. &nbsp;He was assigned to the Counter Intelligence Corps, and they lived in both Baltimore, MD, and Independence, MO, while he served his country. &nbsp;Doris worked at Butler Manufacturing in Kansas City during their time there. &nbsp;They returned to the&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;community following his military service, and began a diversified farming and livestock operation. &nbsp;Shortly after their return, the farm adjacent to her childhood home became available for them to rent and later buy. &nbsp;They moved onto that place, and this is where Doris would live the next 68 years of her life.&nbsp;

The center of Doris’ life was her faith and her family. &nbsp;Life was not always easy; she and Oscar lost their second child as an infant, Oscar passed away suddenly in 1973 at age 42, and son Kevin passed away in 2004 at age 40. &nbsp;Despite these heartbreaking losses, she maintained an unwavering faith in Christ and looked forward with a strong, positive, optimistic spirit. &nbsp;She was a lifelong, active member of&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church and served as church secretary for many years until her retirement in 1997. &nbsp;She participated in and often served in leadership roles for Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Mary Group, XYZ, Quilting, Sunday School teaching, church kitchen serving, 4-H and “Mothers Club”. &nbsp;If you worked alongside Doris on a committee or a project, you could count on her to be hardworking, willing, capable, cheerful and ALWAYS organized. &nbsp;

Doris was proud of her Swedish heritage; one special memory was a trip to Sweden with her siblings and many of her cousins in 1998. &nbsp; &nbsp;She passed on many Swedish traditions including baking beautiful Swedish tea rings and&nbsp;ostkaka&nbsp;for Christmas. She was always ready to “have coffee” with friends and family. &nbsp;She loved her farm and enjoyed history, sharing the inspiring story of escaped slave and Liberty township homesteader Larry Lapsley with many audiences. &nbsp; &nbsp;An accomplished seamstress and pie baker, she delighted in growing flowers, watching birds, doing jigsaw puzzles, reading, and organizing photograph albums. &nbsp; One of her favorite things was receiving&nbsp;greeting cards—if you sent her a birthday or Christmas card, it was read and appreciated! &nbsp;Doris was a loving, selfless, devoted mother and encourager to her three children, and later to her 9 grandchildren, all of whom she adored and who adored her. She read her Bible daily, lived by example, and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. &nbsp;

Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Blomquist, sons Bernard &nbsp;and Kevin Blomquist, her parents, Edgar and Ruby Johnson, and her siblings, Carolyn Johnson and Eldon Johnson.&nbsp;

She is survived by two daughters, Denise Stein (David, dec.) of Gypsum and Lori Penner (Tim) of Clay Center, daughter-in-law, Stacy Blomquist of Pineville, LA, nine grandchildren, Emily Lind, Erica Moyer (Kyle), Elissa Westbrook (Andrew), Bethany Hofmann (Darren), Allison Haynes (Russell), Evan Penner (Katie), Rachel Blomquist, Ryan Blomquist, Megan Kirkendoll (Cameron), and 13 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 9th at Crick-Christians&nbsp;Funeral&nbsp;Home.&nbsp;

The funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 10th at&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church with Pastor Dean Apel officiating.&nbsp;

The funeral service will be live streamed, for those that cannot attend, on the&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church Facebook page.

Memorial contributions may be made to&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christian's&nbsp;Funeral Home,&nbsp;103 North Washington, Lindsborg,&nbsp;KS&nbsp;67456.&nbsp;

For more information or to leave condolences online, please visit www.crick-christiansfuneral<a href="http://home.com/">home.com</a>.

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 </figure>Doris Adelle (Johnson) Blomquist passed away August 2, 2024 at Cedarhurst Senior Living in Salina, KS. &nbsp;She was born on &nbsp;March 27, 1930, to Edgar and Ruby (Peterson) Johnson of rural&nbsp;Assaria. &nbsp; She attended grades 1-8 at Star School, walking or riding ponies with her siblings, Carolyn and Eldon, to the one-room schoolhouse located a mile south of their childhood home. &nbsp;She graduated as valedictorian from&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;High School in 1948. &nbsp;She attended Kansas Wesleyan for 2 years, and then taught for 2 years at&nbsp;Smolan&nbsp;grade school. &nbsp;On October 12, 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, Oscar Blomquist.Early in their marriage, Oscar was drafted into the army during the Korean conflict. &nbsp;He was assigned to the Counter Intelligence Corps, and they lived in both Baltimore, MD, and Independence, MO, while he served his country. &nbsp;Doris worked at Butler Manufacturing in Kansas City during their time there. &nbsp;They returned to the&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;community following his military service, and began a diversified farming and livestock operation. &nbsp;Shortly after their return, the farm adjacent to her childhood home became available for them to rent and later buy. &nbsp;They moved onto that place, and this is where Doris would live the next 68 years of her life.&nbsp;The center of Doris’ life was her faith and her family. &nbsp;Life was not always easy; she and Oscar lost their second child as an infant, Oscar passed away suddenly in 1973 at age 42, and son Kevin passed away in 2004 at age 40. &nbsp;Despite these heartbreaking losses, she maintained an unwavering faith in Christ and looked forward with a strong, positive, optimistic spirit. &nbsp;She was a lifelong, active member of&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church and served as church secretary for many years until her retirement in 1997. &nbsp;She participated in and often served in leadership roles for Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Mary Group, XYZ, Quilting, Sunday School teaching, church kitchen serving, 4-H and “Mothers Club”. &nbsp;If you worked alongside Doris on a committee or a project, you could count on her to be hardworking, willing, capable, cheerful and ALWAYS organized. &nbsp;Doris was proud of her Swedish heritage; one special memory was a trip to Sweden with her siblings and many of her cousins in 1998. &nbsp; &nbsp;She passed on many Swedish traditions including baking beautiful Swedish tea rings and&nbsp;ostkaka&nbsp;for Christmas. She was always ready to “have coffee” with friends and family. &nbsp;She loved her farm and enjoyed history, sharing the inspiring story of escaped slave and Liberty township homesteader Larry Lapsley with many audiences. &nbsp; &nbsp;An accomplished seamstress and pie baker, she delighted in growing flowers, watching birds, doing jigsaw puzzles, reading, and organizing photograph albums. &nbsp; One of her favorite things was receiving&nbsp;greeting cards—if you sent her a birthday or Christmas card, it was read and appreciated! &nbsp;Doris was a loving, selfless, devoted mother and encourager to her three children, and later to her 9 grandchildren, all of whom she adored and who adored her. She read her Bible daily, lived by example, and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. &nbsp;Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Blomquist, sons Bernard &nbsp;and Kevin Blomquist, her parents, Edgar and Ruby Johnson, and her siblings, Carolyn Johnson and Eldon Johnson.&nbsp;She is survived by two daughters, Denise Stein (David, dec.) of Gypsum and Lori Penner (Tim) of Clay Center, daughter-in-law, Stacy Blomquist of Pineville, LA, nine grandchildren, Emily Lind, Erica Moyer (Kyle), Elissa Westbrook (Andrew), Bethany Hofmann (Darren), Allison Haynes (Russell), Evan Penner (Katie), Rachel Blomquist, Ryan Blomquist, Megan Kirkendoll (Cameron), and 13 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 9th at Crick-Christians&nbsp;Funeral&nbsp;Home.&nbsp;The funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 10th at&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church with Pastor Dean Apel officiating.&nbsp;The funeral service will be live streamed, for those that cannot attend, on the&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church Facebook page.Memorial contributions may be made to&nbsp;Assaria&nbsp;Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christian's&nbsp;Funeral Home,&nbsp;103 North Washington, Lindsborg,&nbsp;KS&nbsp;67456.&nbsp;For more information or to leave condolences online, please visit www.crick-christiansfuneral<a href="http://home.com/">home.com</a>.

Doris Adelle (Johnson) Blomquist

Larry Sutton (AKA) Sam 83 passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born in Gypsum, Kansas to Francis and Evelyn Sutton, the youngest of four children.

He graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, where he formed lifelong friendships and earned his nickname “Sam.” Upon arriving as a freshman pledge, his fraternity brothers found him shy and quiet and dubbed him “Silent Sam.” Sam attributed his quietness to having three “very chatty” sisters. While in college, Sam met the love of his life, Prudy whom he affectionately referred to as my “Bride.” However, the names he cherished the most were Pops and Poppy.

Larry’s dynamic career spanning nearly 55 years brought his family to various cities both in the U.S. and abroad, allowing them to build enduring relationships along the way. He was known for his strong work ethic, his dedication to mentoring young engineers, and his no-nonsense attitude.

Sam will be remembered as a gentle giant who was humble and unassuming with a generous heart.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Prudy, his three children, John, Stephanie, and Jason, and four grandchildren, Zoe, Madison, Gregory, and Campbell. His sisters, Patsy, Marilyn and Darlene, his brother-in-law, Arnie, his sister-in-law, Kathy, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, August 26, 2024, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Clay Center, KS

The Rosary will be recited at 10 AM at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church

The family welcomes donations made in his name to the Gamma Chi&nbsp;chapter house of Kappa Sigma at Kansas State University as an expression of sympathy instead of flowers. Please send memorials in care of the funeral home, 918 7th St, Clay Center, KS 67432.

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 </figure>Larry Sutton (AKA) Sam 83 passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born in Gypsum, Kansas to Francis and Evelyn Sutton, the youngest of four children.He graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, where he formed lifelong friendships and earned his nickname “Sam.” Upon arriving as a freshman pledge, his fraternity brothers found him shy and quiet and dubbed him “Silent Sam.” Sam attributed his quietness to having three “very chatty” sisters. While in college, Sam met the love of his life, Prudy whom he affectionately referred to as my “Bride.” However, the names he cherished the most were Pops and Poppy.Larry’s dynamic career spanning nearly 55 years brought his family to various cities both in the U.S. and abroad, allowing them to build enduring relationships along the way. He was known for his strong work ethic, his dedication to mentoring young engineers, and his no-nonsense attitude.Sam will be remembered as a gentle giant who was humble and unassuming with a generous heart.He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Prudy, his three children, John, Stephanie, and Jason, and four grandchildren, Zoe, Madison, Gregory, and Campbell. His sisters, Patsy, Marilyn and Darlene, his brother-in-law, Arnie, his sister-in-law, Kathy, and numerous nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, August 26, 2024, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Clay Center, KSThe Rosary will be recited at 10 AM at SS Peter and Paul Catholic ChurchThe family welcomes donations made in his name to the Gamma Chi&nbsp;chapter house of Kappa Sigma at Kansas State University as an expression of sympathy instead of flowers. Please send memorials in care of the funeral home, 918 7th St, Clay Center, KS 67432.

Larry Sutton (AKA) Sam

Peggy Marie Sorensen was born February 2, 1943 in Belleville Kansas, Peggy departed this earthly life August 6th, 2024 at her home in Abilene. Peggy had recently talked about seeing her parents Viola and Virgil White in heaven.

Peggy had two older sisters, Phyllis and Barbara. Peggy was united in marriage on May 27, 1962 to Robert Sorensen. Peggy and Bob liven in Emporia for four years. In 1966 Abilene became their new home. The last several years Peggy;s entertainment was taking day trips in the car. Many times she commented “isn’t Abilene a nice town”.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, her in-laws, aunts and uncles. She is survived by her husband Robert, nephews and cousins. Peggy loved nature, especially birds and animals, Peggy and Bob lived on their “hobby farm” by Brown’s Park for 43 years where Peggy enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardens.

Bob and Peggy were married for 62 years and 2 months, Bob will truly miss his partner and companion. Cremation has been selected and there will be no local services. Burial of the cremains will be at a later date in Belleville, Kansas. Condolences may be sent to the Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home 414 NW 3rd Abilene, Kansas 67410.

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 </figure>Peggy Marie Sorensen was born February 2, 1943 in Belleville Kansas, Peggy departed this earthly life August 6th, 2024 at her home in Abilene. Peggy had recently talked about seeing her parents Viola and Virgil White in heaven.Peggy had two older sisters, Phyllis and Barbara. Peggy was united in marriage on May 27, 1962 to Robert Sorensen. Peggy and Bob liven in Emporia for four years. In 1966 Abilene became their new home. The last several years Peggy;s entertainment was taking day trips in the car. Many times she commented “isn’t Abilene a nice town”.Peggy was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, her in-laws, aunts and uncles. She is survived by her husband Robert, nephews and cousins. Peggy loved nature, especially birds and animals, Peggy and Bob lived on their “hobby farm” by Brown’s Park for 43 years where Peggy enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardens.Bob and Peggy were married for 62 years and 2 months, Bob will truly miss his partner and companion. Cremation has been selected and there will be no local services. Burial of the cremains will be at a later date in Belleville, Kansas. Condolences may be sent to the Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home 414 NW 3rd Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Peggy Marie Sorensen

John Michael “Mike” McBride, 77, Salina, passed away in his home on August 4, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Mike was born in Colby Kansas to parents Azel (Hopper) and John McBride. Although the family lived in several other places, they eventually returned to Colby where Mike graduated from High School in 1965. After graduation, Mike joined the Air Force and served five years overseas in Japan and Vietnam. After the service Mike returned to Colby and drove a bus route.

It was in Colby that Mike met the love of his life, Jackie, and they were married on December 9, 1972, at United Methodist Church, Colby. The couple moved to Salina a few years later where they later had one son, Michael “Wiley” just days before their ninth anniversary.Over the years, Mike worked for the local lumberyard, as insurance salesman, and as clerk for the Santa Fe Railroad.

He loved metal detecting as a hobby and became an independent dealer for MineLab metal detectors. He enjoyed collecting antique guns and coins.

Mike was most proud of two things: his military service and his grandchildren. If you ever met him, you have heard stories about both.

Over the year, Mike volunteered as a Boy Scout Troop Leader, soccer coach, and baseball coach. He was also a lifetime member of the VFW.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law Jane McBride, and brother-in-law Lloyd Wolf. He leaves behind to grieve his passing: wife Jackie, of the home; son Wiley (Kendra) McBride of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren McKena, Kaden, and Kamden McBride of Hays; brother Lynn McBride of Paola; sister Kay Wolf of Hutchinson; brothers-in-law Rick (Peggy) Tillett and Rod Tillett of Salina, and Rory Tillett of Claflin, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 9, at 10:30am, at Ryan Mortuary in Salina, with Pastor Bruce Dimick officiating. A private interment will be at a later date.

The family would like to extend their appreciation to the Salina Fire Department Station 3 for all their neighborly help over the past few years. Memorials may be made to the Salina Fire Department in the care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina, KS, 67401.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723120347892.jpeg" alt="Mike McBride" />
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 </figure>John Michael “Mike” McBride, 77, Salina, passed away in his home on August 4, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.Mike was born in Colby Kansas to parents Azel (Hopper) and John McBride. Although the family lived in several other places, they eventually returned to Colby where Mike graduated from High School in 1965. After graduation, Mike joined the Air Force and served five years overseas in Japan and Vietnam. After the service Mike returned to Colby and drove a bus route.It was in Colby that Mike met the love of his life, Jackie, and they were married on December 9, 1972, at United Methodist Church, Colby. The couple moved to Salina a few years later where they later had one son, Michael “Wiley” just days before their ninth anniversary.Over the years, Mike worked for the local lumberyard, as insurance salesman, and as clerk for the Santa Fe Railroad.He loved metal detecting as a hobby and became an independent dealer for MineLab metal detectors. He enjoyed collecting antique guns and coins.Mike was most proud of two things: his military service and his grandchildren. If you ever met him, you have heard stories about both.Over the year, Mike volunteered as a Boy Scout Troop Leader, soccer coach, and baseball coach. He was also a lifetime member of the VFW.Mike was preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law Jane McBride, and brother-in-law Lloyd Wolf. He leaves behind to grieve his passing: wife Jackie, of the home; son Wiley (Kendra) McBride of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren McKena, Kaden, and Kamden McBride of Hays; brother Lynn McBride of Paola; sister Kay Wolf of Hutchinson; brothers-in-law Rick (Peggy) Tillett and Rod Tillett of Salina, and Rory Tillett of Claflin, and numerous nieces and nephews.A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 9, at 10:30am, at Ryan Mortuary in Salina, with Pastor Bruce Dimick officiating. A private interment will be at a later date.The family would like to extend their appreciation to the Salina Fire Department Station 3 for all their neighborly help over the past few years. Memorials may be made to the Salina Fire Department in the care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina, KS, 67401.

John Michael “Mike” McBride

Patricia Ann "Pat" Williams, 83, of Salina, Kansas, passed away at home, Monday, August 5th, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Pat was born in Carroll, Iowa on December 17th, 1940, to Luella and Herman Subbert.

She earned her bachelor’s degree and was a Lutheran School Teacher.

Pat and her husband, Donald Williams, were married for 48 years before his passing.

Survivors include her daughters, Susan Gaskill (Bill), Kathy Koehn (Bob), and Miriam Junge (Jody); and sons, Doug Williams (Marci), and Robert Williams.

She is also survived by 22 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

Pat is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and granddaughter, Abigail Coykendall.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 on Saturday, August 10th at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family requests donations to North Central Kansas Down Syndrome Society, sent in care of Carlson- Geisendorf Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

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 </figure>Patricia Ann "Pat" Williams, 83, of Salina, Kansas, passed away at home, Monday, August 5th, 2024, surrounded by her family.Pat was born in Carroll, Iowa on December 17th, 1940, to Luella and Herman Subbert.She earned her bachelor’s degree and was a Lutheran School Teacher.Pat and her husband, Donald Williams, were married for 48 years before his passing.Survivors include her daughters, Susan Gaskill (Bill), Kathy Koehn (Bob), and Miriam Junge (Jody); and sons, Doug Williams (Marci), and Robert Williams.She is also survived by 22 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.Pat is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and granddaughter, Abigail Coykendall.Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 on Saturday, August 10th at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery.The family requests donations to North Central Kansas Down Syndrome Society, sent in care of Carlson- Geisendorf Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Patricia "Pat" Ann Williams

Victor&nbsp;Raymond Schrader, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2024, in his hometown of Salina, Kansas. He was born on February 9, 1956, in Salina, KS, to Raymond and Ella Schrader, who preceded him in death.

Victor is survived by his devoted wife, Debra (Leighton) Schrader; his cherished children, Lori Killingsworth (Dylan), Joshua Schrader (Laura), and Clayton Schrader (Maret); and his adoring grandchildren, Mackenzie, Hunter, Izabella, Olivia, Charlotte, Abigail, and Cora. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Crosby, who holds a special place in the hearts of his family.

Victor was known for his kind spirit, unwavering dedication to his family, and his warm, engaging presence. Throughout his life, he was a pillar of strength and a source of inspiration to all who knew him. His legacy of love and generosity resonates with those who had the privilege of sharing their lives with him, which will continue through his gifts shared by being a transplant hero.

A memorial service to celebrate Victor's life will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Salina, KS. The family invites all who knew Victor to join them in honoring his memory.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Midwest Transplant Network and the Ronald McDonald House.

Victor's memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, and his spirit will continue to inspire those who knew him. He will be dearly missed and forever remembered.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1723037678376.jpeg" alt="Victor Raymond Schrader" />
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 </figure>Victor&nbsp;Raymond Schrader, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2024, in his hometown of Salina, Kansas. He was born on February 9, 1956, in Salina, KS, to Raymond and Ella Schrader, who preceded him in death.Victor is survived by his devoted wife, Debra (Leighton) Schrader; his cherished children, Lori Killingsworth (Dylan), Joshua Schrader (Laura), and Clayton Schrader (Maret); and his adoring grandchildren, Mackenzie, Hunter, Izabella, Olivia, Charlotte, Abigail, and Cora. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Crosby, who holds a special place in the hearts of his family.Victor was known for his kind spirit, unwavering dedication to his family, and his warm, engaging presence. Throughout his life, he was a pillar of strength and a source of inspiration to all who knew him. His legacy of love and generosity resonates with those who had the privilege of sharing their lives with him, which will continue through his gifts shared by being a transplant hero.A memorial service to celebrate Victor's life will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Salina, KS. The family invites all who knew Victor to join them in honoring his memory.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Midwest Transplant Network and the Ronald McDonald House.Victor's memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, and his spirit will continue to inspire those who knew him. He will be dearly missed and forever remembered.

Victor Raymond Schrader

Debra Dreiling-Armstrong, 66, Salina, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024.&nbsp; Deb was born July 19, 1958 in Salina, daughter of Robert Armstrong and Karen Armstrong. She worked as an electrician, telephone technician, and most recently an aerospace color manager for Graco Supply.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was preceded in death by her mother, wife Sandra Dreiling-Armstrong, son-in-law Steven Twietmeyer, nephew Jamie O’Neal, and nephew Brandon Robinson. &nbsp;

Survivors include father Robert and wife Karel; son Curtis and wife Andrea; daughter April Saskowski and husband Kyle; son Benjamin; sister Kim Vidricksen and husband Willie; sister Robin Crawford and husband Rick; sister Terry Taylor and husband Dave; sister Tammy Shirack and husband Mark; stepbrother Gary Robinson; several grandchildren Bailey, Payten, Easton, Talan, Mara, Gavin, and Hensley, all of Salina; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Service will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, August 6th, 2024, at Trinity United Methodist Church with burial to follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery and luncheon at Tumbleweed Event Center. &nbsp;

A visitation will be held Monday, August 5th from 6:00-8:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church. &nbsp;

Memorials may be made in care of Curtis Pickering in honor of her beloved grandchildren for their education fund.

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 </figure>Debra Dreiling-Armstrong, 66, Salina, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024.&nbsp; Deb was born July 19, 1958 in Salina, daughter of Robert Armstrong and Karen Armstrong. She worked as an electrician, telephone technician, and most recently an aerospace color manager for Graco Supply.She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was preceded in death by her mother, wife Sandra Dreiling-Armstrong, son-in-law Steven Twietmeyer, nephew Jamie O’Neal, and nephew Brandon Robinson. &nbsp;Survivors include father Robert and wife Karel; son Curtis and wife Andrea; daughter April Saskowski and husband Kyle; son Benjamin; sister Kim Vidricksen and husband Willie; sister Robin Crawford and husband Rick; sister Terry Taylor and husband Dave; sister Tammy Shirack and husband Mark; stepbrother Gary Robinson; several grandchildren Bailey, Payten, Easton, Talan, Mara, Gavin, and Hensley, all of Salina; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.Service will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, August 6th, 2024, at Trinity United Methodist Church with burial to follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery and luncheon at Tumbleweed Event Center. &nbsp;A visitation will be held Monday, August 5th from 6:00-8:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church. &nbsp;Memorials may be made in care of Curtis Pickering in honor of her beloved grandchildren for their education fund.

Debra Dreiling-Armstrong

James “Jim” Leroy Tullis, 81, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Monday, August 5th, 2024.

Jim was born in Holton, Kansas on December 18, 1942, a son of Ruby Elnora (Wright) and Harry James Tullis.

He was a professional pilot with over 30,000 hours of flight time. He learned to fly in Atchison, Kansas at Amelia Earhart Field and moved to Salina in 1969 to fly for JJ Veneer as a corporate pilot until it was sold to ADM Milling Company. He was still doing pilot check rides at 81 for K-State Salina until his passing. He also taught people to fly for several years. He loved his Saturday morning coffee and donuts with the fellows at the airport, spending time with his children, grandchildren and going to the casino. He also loved K-State, Kansas City Royals, and the Chiefs. He was a member of Salina First Church of the Nazarene.

Survivors include his daughter, Dana Carr (Robert), of Caldwell, Idaho; two sons, Allen Tullis (Cathy), of Derby, Kansas and Todd Tullis (Becky), of Wichita, Kansas; 4 grandchildren, Sara Mayers (Jason), Tami Hauschel (Jake), David Tullis (Alexa), Jerica Tullis; 6 great grandchildren, Kendall, Josie, Aiden, Bridger, Oakley, and Everly.

Jim is also survived by two brothers, David Tullis, of Kelseyville, California, and Jerry (Gail) Tullis, of Valley Falls, Kansas.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Ruby.

His family will receive friends on Thursday, August 8th from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas.

The family requests donations be made to K-State Salina Aviation and Kansas Honor Flight, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.

To send flowers to the family of James "Jim", please<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=32609490&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.954001920.1720620006:GS1.1.1723037326.17.1.1723037471.56.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>Hide

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 </figure>James “Jim” Leroy Tullis, 81, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Monday, August 5th, 2024.Jim was born in Holton, Kansas on December 18, 1942, a son of Ruby Elnora (Wright) and Harry James Tullis.He was a professional pilot with over 30,000 hours of flight time. He learned to fly in Atchison, Kansas at Amelia Earhart Field and moved to Salina in 1969 to fly for JJ Veneer as a corporate pilot until it was sold to ADM Milling Company. He was still doing pilot check rides at 81 for K-State Salina until his passing. He also taught people to fly for several years. He loved his Saturday morning coffee and donuts with the fellows at the airport, spending time with his children, grandchildren and going to the casino. He also loved K-State, Kansas City Royals, and the Chiefs. He was a member of Salina First Church of the Nazarene.Survivors include his daughter, Dana Carr (Robert), of Caldwell, Idaho; two sons, Allen Tullis (Cathy), of Derby, Kansas and Todd Tullis (Becky), of Wichita, Kansas; 4 grandchildren, Sara Mayers (Jason), Tami Hauschel (Jake), David Tullis (Alexa), Jerica Tullis; 6 great grandchildren, Kendall, Josie, Aiden, Bridger, Oakley, and Everly.Jim is also survived by two brothers, David Tullis, of Kelseyville, California, and Jerry (Gail) Tullis, of Valley Falls, Kansas.He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Ruby.Jim wished to be cremated.His family will receive friends on Thursday, August 8th from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas.The family requests donations be made to K-State Salina Aviation and Kansas Honor Flight, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.To send flowers to the family of James "Jim", please<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=32609490&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.954001920.1720620006:GS1.1.1723037326.17.1.1723037471.56.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>Hide

James "Jim" Leroy Tullis

Dennis Massier, 80, of Salina, Kansas (formerly Ellis, Kansas) passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 in Salina. He was born on January 3, 1944 in Hays to John and Frieda (Knieling) Massier.

Dennis served in the United States Navy. While in the Navy, he met and married the love of his life, Genevie Young. On April 18, 1969, they were married. They lived in Hays, then Ellis. Dennis worked for KAYS TV for many years until his retirement. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Ellis and enjoyed working on electronics and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his son, Duane Massier of WaKeeney; two daughters, Denise Yoakum and Debra Massier both of Salina; brother-in-law, Dean Young of Wisconsin; sister-in-law, Ellie Schmidt, of Wichita; and a granddaughter, Haleigh Massier.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Diane, and Darlene Breeze and her husband, Lewie; and two brothers, Delbert, and Darrell and his wife, Mary Massier.

He will be cremated and buried at 10:00 am, Wednesday, August 21st, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at WaKeeney.

Donations may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 394 St. John - St Andrew Rd, Ellis, Kansas 67637.

To send flowers to the family of Dennis, please<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=32610767&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.954001920.1720620006:GS1.1.1723037326.17.0.1723037339.47.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure>Dennis Massier, 80, of Salina, Kansas (formerly Ellis, Kansas) passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 in Salina. He was born on January 3, 1944 in Hays to John and Frieda (Knieling) Massier.Dennis served in the United States Navy. While in the Navy, he met and married the love of his life, Genevie Young. On April 18, 1969, they were married. They lived in Hays, then Ellis. Dennis worked for KAYS TV for many years until his retirement. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Ellis and enjoyed working on electronics and spending time with his family.Survivors include his son, Duane Massier of WaKeeney; two daughters, Denise Yoakum and Debra Massier both of Salina; brother-in-law, Dean Young of Wisconsin; sister-in-law, Ellie Schmidt, of Wichita; and a granddaughter, Haleigh Massier.He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Diane, and Darlene Breeze and her husband, Lewie; and two brothers, Delbert, and Darrell and his wife, Mary Massier.He will be cremated and buried at 10:00 am, Wednesday, August 21st, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at WaKeeney.Donations may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 394 St. John - St Andrew Rd, Ellis, Kansas 67637.To send flowers to the family of Dennis, please<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=32610767&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.954001920.1720620006:GS1.1.1723037326.17.0.1723037339.47.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Dennis Massier

Carol Jean Urban, 62, Concordia, KS, passed away on July 28, 2024. She was one of eight, born on August 14, 1961, to Raymond and Rosella (Charbonneau) Hubert.

Carol was raised in Concordia and graduated from Concordia High School in 1979.

She married Joseph Urban on February 10, 1979, and their union welcomed four children, Michael, Audra, Jeremy, and Joshua. Carol and her family lived in Oklahoma, Alaska, and Florida while Joe was in the military. They returned to Concordia in 1995. Carol returned to school and earned an Associate of Arts Degree from Cloud County Community College in 2006, while employed in the cafeteria at Cloud County Community College. She would go on to work at Angel Square, and then as the manager at the Downtown Smoke Shop in Concordia.

Carol was an artist that enjoyed all areas of art, from painting or drawing to sculpture, to brick carving and crocheting. She was always crafting something, even when watching tv. Her art can be found all around Concordia, including murals in the CCCC Science Pod, and the Whole Wall Mural in downtown Concordia.

Carol is preceded in death by her father, Raymond Hubert; sisters, Mary and Linda; brother, Michael; and one grandchild, Alyssa.

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 </figure>Carol Jean Urban, 62, Concordia, KS, passed away on July 28, 2024. She was one of eight, born on August 14, 1961, to Raymond and Rosella (Charbonneau) Hubert.Carol was raised in Concordia and graduated from Concordia High School in 1979.She married Joseph Urban on February 10, 1979, and their union welcomed four children, Michael, Audra, Jeremy, and Joshua. Carol and her family lived in Oklahoma, Alaska, and Florida while Joe was in the military. They returned to Concordia in 1995. Carol returned to school and earned an Associate of Arts Degree from Cloud County Community College in 2006, while employed in the cafeteria at Cloud County Community College. She would go on to work at Angel Square, and then as the manager at the Downtown Smoke Shop in Concordia.Carol was an artist that enjoyed all areas of art, from painting or drawing to sculpture, to brick carving and crocheting. She was always crafting something, even when watching tv. Her art can be found all around Concordia, including murals in the CCCC Science Pod, and the Whole Wall Mural in downtown Concordia.She loved her thirteen grandchildren.Carol is preceded in death by her father, Raymond Hubert; sisters, Mary and Linda; brother, Michael; and one grandchild, Alyssa.She will be missed by her husband Joseph Urban of the home; children Michael Urban (Joanna Wilson) of San Antonio, TX, Audra Urban of Concordia, KS, Jeremy Urban (Erin) of Concordia, KS, and Joshua Urban (Leslie) of Concordia, KS; mother, Rosella Hubert of Concordia, KS; sister, Diane Snavely (LeRoy) of Dayton, OH; brothers, Richard Hubert (Debra) of Concordia, KS, Lawrence Hubert (Gena) of Wichita, KS, Christopher Hubert (Kimberleigh) of Concordia, KS; twelve grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.A memorial service will take place at Chaput Buoy Funeral Home on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Earl Hale officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The family invites you to bring any art pieces you may have of Carol’s to display in place of flowers. Memorials may be made to Clay County Animal Rescue &amp; Education Center, Inc. in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901. For online condolences visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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