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Michael A. O'Leary, Sr., 72, of Leonardville, died Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at his residence.&nbsp; He was born July 15, 1950 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Thomas and E. Louise (Pinkerton) O'Leary.

Michael grew up in Wichita and graduated from Wichita Heights High School.&nbsp; 

He served in the U.S. Marine Corps after high school.&nbsp; 

He owned and operated the Triple O cabinet shop in Wichita with his father and brother until 1974.&nbsp; He then worked as a construction foreman in Lakin.&nbsp; Michael married Teresa Duncan on December 7, 1975 and the couple moved to Norcatur, Kansas where he worked on a cattle ranch for several years before moving back to Lakin and worked for Duncan Lockers.&nbsp; Michael then served as an Information Technology Instructor for the National Guard at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Maryland, later being transferred to the Logistics Systems ranch in Pryor, Oklahoma.&nbsp; After his discharge, he owned Michael’s Country Accents in Tulsa.&nbsp; 

The couple lived in Manhattan, Kansas until moving to North Carolina in 2010 until 2021, when they returned to Kansas. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Linda O'Leary and an infant brother.

Survivors include his wife Teresa O'Leary of Leonardville, Kansas; sons Michael O'Leary, Jr. of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Thomas and wife, Melissa O'Leary of Washington, D.C. and Benjamin O'Leary of Leonardville, Kansas; daughter Lacey O'Leary of Raleigh, North Carolina; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother Rick and wife, Deborah O'Leary of Queen Creek, Arizona; and sisters Kathleen and husband, Bobby Walker of New Castle, Oklahoma and Karen and husband, Billy Belk of Perryville, Arkansas.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Manhattan Church of Christ in Manhattan, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of Christ in memory of Michael O'Leary. Please write Oasis Missions in memo. All donations will go the Dubai School of Preaching and the Children's Home in Putrela, India.&nbsp;

<h2>Michael O'Leary, Sr., Leonardville</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/michael-oleary-sr">https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/michael-oleary-sr</a>July 15, 1950 - January 24, 2023Michael A. O'Leary, Sr., 72, of Leonardville, died Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at his residence.&nbsp; He was born July 15, 1950 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Thomas and E. Louise (Pinkerton) O'Leary.Michael grew up in Wichita and graduated from Wichita Heights High School.&nbsp; He served in the U.S. Marine Corps after high school.&nbsp; He owned and operated the Triple O cabinet shop in Wichita with his father and brother until 1974.&nbsp; He then worked as a construction foreman in Lakin.&nbsp; Michael married Teresa Duncan on December 7, 1975 and the couple moved to Norcatur, Kansas where he worked on a cattle ranch for several years before moving back to Lakin and worked for Duncan Lockers.&nbsp; Michael then served as an Information Technology Instructor for the National Guard at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Maryland, later being transferred to the Logistics Systems ranch in Pryor, Oklahoma.&nbsp; After his discharge, he owned Michael’s Country Accents in Tulsa.&nbsp; The couple lived in Manhattan, Kansas until moving to North Carolina in 2010 until 2021, when they returned to Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Linda O'Leary and an infant brother.Survivors include his wife Teresa O'Leary of Leonardville, Kansas; sons Michael O'Leary, Jr. of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Thomas and wife, Melissa O'Leary of Washington, D.C. and Benjamin O'Leary of Leonardville, Kansas; daughter Lacey O'Leary of Raleigh, North Carolina; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother Rick and wife, Deborah O'Leary of Queen Creek, Arizona; and sisters Kathleen and husband, Bobby Walker of New Castle, Oklahoma and Karen and husband, Billy Belk of Perryville, Arkansas.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Manhattan Church of Christ in Manhattan, Kansas.There will be no visitation.Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of Christ in memory of Michael O'Leary. Please write Oasis Missions in memo. All donations will go the Dubai School of Preaching and the Children's Home in Putrela, India.&nbsp;

Michael O'Leary, Sr.

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January 24, 1937 ~ January 24, 2023 (age 86)

Charles "Chuck" Alfred Levin, 86, passed away on Tuesday, January 24th, at Salina Regional Hospital.

Chuck was born on January 24, 1937 in Salina, Ks. He graduated from Salina High School with the class of 1955 and attended KWU. 

In 1957, he was united in marriage to Karen Bell. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on December 22nd.

He was preceded in death by his parents Carl and May Anderson Levin and his three sisters, Mary Anne Edgington, Nancy Muir and Sally Gibson.

He is survived by his wife; son Douglas (Jan) and daughter Amanda (Bill); grandsons Justin and Matthew; great-grandson Eli, many nieces and nephews.

He worked many years at the Salina Journal and Consolidated Printing. In retirement he worked at O’Reilly’s.

Cremation is planned. At Chuck's request there will be no service.

Memorials can be made in care of the family to Redeemer Lutheran Church or to a charity of their choice.

<h2>Charles 'Chuck' Levin</h2><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/CharlesChuck-Levin">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/CharlesChuck-Levin</a>January 24, 1937 ~ January 24, 2023 (age 86)Charles "Chuck" Alfred Levin, 86, passed away on Tuesday, January 24th, at Salina Regional Hospital.Chuck was born on January 24, 1937 in Salina, Ks. He graduated from Salina High School with the class of 1955 and attended KWU. In 1957, he was united in marriage to Karen Bell. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on December 22nd.He was preceded in death by his parents Carl and May Anderson Levin and his three sisters, Mary Anne Edgington, Nancy Muir and Sally Gibson.He is survived by his wife; son Douglas (Jan) and daughter Amanda (Bill); grandsons Justin and Matthew; great-grandson Eli, many nieces and nephews.He worked many years at the Salina Journal and Consolidated Printing. In retirement he worked at O’Reilly’s.Cremation is planned. At Chuck's request there will be no service.Memorials can be made in care of the family to Redeemer Lutheran Church or to a charity of their choice.

Charles 'Chuck' Levin

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Mark Edward Smith of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center. He was born July 19, 1955, in Frankfort, Germany, the son of Edward Joseph and Justine (Mulhearn) Smith.

Mark graduated from Salina South High School with the class of 1973.

Early in his career, Mark worked at Beech Aircraft in Salina for over ten years. He then started as an apprentice with Bob Giles Plumbing. He eventually bought this business, and it became Mark Smith Plumbing, Inc. in 2000. With his partner and wife, they built this business together over the past 23 years.

Mark was united in marriage in 1996 to his forever partner, Linda Baldwin, in Salina, Kansas. She survives of the home.

Mark was an enthusiastic Dallas Cowboys football fan and loved to spend time with family and friends.

Other survivors include his children Mallory Smith Humphrey of Salina, stepdaughter, Autumn Burfict (Joseph) of Manhattan, Kansas; three grandchildren, Patrick Hubbard, Ava Lopez, Nicholas Burfict; four siblings, Karen Coogan of Derby, Kansas, Christopher Smith (Tammy) of Wichita, Kansas, Janet Shirk (Bill) of Salina, Brian Smith of Minneapolis, Kansas; “adopted” brother, Joseph Krause (Janice) of Bennington, Kansas; seven nephews and two nieces.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, Salina on Tuesday, January 31st, from 4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. A Private family graveside service will be held at Gypsum Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mark's name to the donor's choice.

To send flowers to the family of Mark, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27153577&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Mark E. Smith</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Mark-E-Smith?obId=27153577#/obituaryInfo">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Mark-E-Smith?obId=27153577#/obituaryInfo</a>July 19, 1955 - January 26, 2023Mark Edward Smith of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center. He was born July 19, 1955, in Frankfort, Germany, the son of Edward Joseph and Justine (Mulhearn) Smith.Mark graduated from Salina South High School with the class of 1973.Early in his career, Mark worked at Beech Aircraft in Salina for over ten years. He then started as an apprentice with Bob Giles Plumbing. He eventually bought this business, and it became Mark Smith Plumbing, Inc. in 2000. With his partner and wife, they built this business together over the past 23 years.Mark was united in marriage in 1996 to his forever partner, Linda Baldwin, in Salina, Kansas. She survives of the home.Mark was an enthusiastic Dallas Cowboys football fan and loved to spend time with family and friends.Other survivors include his children Mallory Smith Humphrey of Salina, stepdaughter, Autumn Burfict (Joseph) of Manhattan, Kansas; three grandchildren, Patrick Hubbard, Ava Lopez, Nicholas Burfict; four siblings, Karen Coogan of Derby, Kansas, Christopher Smith (Tammy) of Wichita, Kansas, Janet Shirk (Bill) of Salina, Brian Smith of Minneapolis, Kansas; “adopted” brother, Joseph Krause (Janice) of Bennington, Kansas; seven nephews and two nieces.Mark was preceded in death by his parents.Visitation will be at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, Salina on Tuesday, January 31st, from 4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. A Private family graveside service will be held at Gypsum Hill Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mark's name to the donor's choice.To send flowers to the family of Mark, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27153577&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Mark E. Smith

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Michael Lynn Kieffer, 71, of Pea Ridge, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mike was born on August 9, 1951, in Belleville, KS, son of John and Virginia (Rizek) Kieffer. He attended Belleville schools, graduating high school in 1969. 

On January 22, 1972 in Belleville, Mike was united in marriage to&nbsp;Louise Heina, and to this union of 51 years, two children were born, Nicholas and Kimberly.&nbsp;

Mike enlisted in the Air Force in 1971.&nbsp; His service took him to stations in California,&nbsp;Southeast Asia, Germany, Texas, and finally Arkansas.&nbsp; He retired from military service in 1991 after serving 20 years and then began work for the U.S. Marshals Service in Little Rock, AR, until 2017.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mike was active in the Boy Scouts as a youth and then later enjoyed his time in the program as a leader.&nbsp; 

He was also a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, Jacksonville, AR and enjoyed participating in different church roles for over 36 years.&nbsp; Mike was especially proud to be a member of the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; He served Council 11604 in Jacksonville as Grand Knight,&nbsp;Past Deputy Grand Knight, Faithful Navigator, and Arkansas State Deputy.&nbsp; He currently served as 4th&nbsp;Degree District Marshall of Arkansas.&nbsp;

Camping, baking kolaches, visiting Kansas, caring for his dog, and making his granddaughters laugh were all things he enjoyed doing.&nbsp;

Mike is preceded in death by his parents, son Nicholas, and sister Janice Snyder.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Louise; daughter Kim Kay with her husband Jesse and their children Caroline and Lydia, Rogers, AR; brother Greg Kieffer, Manhattan, KS; sister Cathy Runge, Emporia, KS; Lori (Fred) Arnold, Belleville, KS.

Visitation will be Sunday, January 29, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville. Vigil/rosary services will be held Sunday evening at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. The family will greet friends following the vigil services.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, January 30, at 10 a.m., at St. Edward Catholic Church in Belleville, with Fr. Steven Heina officiating.&nbsp; Burial service with military honors to follow at St. Isidore Cemetery, Cuba, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorial donations in his name may be made to the Boy Scouts of America or the Diocese of Little Rock Seminarian Fund, and may be sent in care of Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home is assisting the Kieffer family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.

To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/aa5ff85d-977d-4ad8-ad0d-322c45a0a728" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Michael L. Kieffer, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/aa5ff85d-977d-4ad8-ad0d-322c45a0a728" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/michael-kieffer">https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/michael-kieffer</a>August 9, 1951 - January 22, 2023Michael Lynn Kieffer, 71, of Pea Ridge, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike was born on August 9, 1951, in Belleville, KS, son of John and Virginia (Rizek) Kieffer. He attended Belleville schools, graduating high school in 1969. On January 22, 1972 in Belleville, Mike was united in marriage to&nbsp;Louise Heina, and to this union of 51 years, two children were born, Nicholas and Kimberly.&nbsp;Mike enlisted in the Air Force in 1971.&nbsp; His service took him to stations in California,&nbsp;Southeast Asia, Germany, Texas, and finally Arkansas.&nbsp; He retired from military service in 1991 after serving 20 years and then began work for the U.S. Marshals Service in Little Rock, AR, until 2017.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike was active in the Boy Scouts as a youth and then later enjoyed his time in the program as a leader.&nbsp; He was also a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, Jacksonville, AR and enjoyed participating in different church roles for over 36 years.&nbsp; Mike was especially proud to be a member of the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; He served Council 11604 in Jacksonville as Grand Knight,&nbsp;Past Deputy Grand Knight, Faithful Navigator, and Arkansas State Deputy.&nbsp; He currently served as 4th&nbsp;Degree District Marshall of Arkansas.&nbsp;Camping, baking kolaches, visiting Kansas, caring for his dog, and making his granddaughters laugh were all things he enjoyed doing.&nbsp;Mike is preceded in death by his parents, son Nicholas, and sister Janice Snyder.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Louise; daughter Kim Kay with her husband Jesse and their children Caroline and Lydia, Rogers, AR; brother Greg Kieffer, Manhattan, KS; sister Cathy Runge, Emporia, KS; Lori (Fred) Arnold, Belleville, KS.Visitation will be Sunday, January 29, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville. Vigil/rosary services will be held Sunday evening at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. The family will greet friends following the vigil services.Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, January 30, at 10 a.m., at St. Edward Catholic Church in Belleville, with Fr. Steven Heina officiating.&nbsp; Burial service with military honors to follow at St. Isidore Cemetery, Cuba, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial donations in his name may be made to the Boy Scouts of America or the Diocese of Little Rock Seminarian Fund, and may be sent in care of Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home is assisting the Kieffer family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/aa5ff85d-977d-4ad8-ad0d-322c45a0a728" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Michael L. Kieffer, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/aa5ff85d-977d-4ad8-ad0d-322c45a0a728" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Michael L. Kieffer

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Phyllis Esther (Warren) Lange, 93, of Mankato, passed away January 23, 2023. Phyllis was born on February 20, 1929, the daughter of James and Ada (Bacon) Warren, on the family farm. 

Phyllis was married to Arthur Alvin “Bill” Lange on September 3, 1954, and they spent their lives farming and raising cattle while working full-time – Bill for the Kansas Department of Transportation, and Phyllis for the Rural Electrical Association and Cooperative. Bill and Phyllis were partners to the end, nearly inseparable, and deeply in love until Bill’s death in 2020.

Phyllis enjoyed being an active member of the Christian Church and was a long-time member, serving as an officer, in the VFW Ladies’ Auxiliary.

Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents, and siblings Irene, Blaine, Clifford, Joyce and Neil. 

She also leaves behind a son, Ben Lange, his wife Laurie, and her granddaughter Leah, and many loving nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Mankato. Following the services, the family will greet friends at the Mankato Christian Church.

Friends may sign Phyllis’s book on Monday, January 30, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., at Melby Mortuary in Mankato.

Memorials may be made to the VFW Post #7830 or the Christian Church in care of Melby Mortuary.

Melby Mortuary is assisting the Lange family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/phyllis-lange">https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/phyllis-lange</a>February 20, 1929 - January 23, 2023Phyllis Esther (Warren) Lange, 93, of Mankato, passed away January 23, 2023. Phyllis was born on February 20, 1929, the daughter of James and Ada (Bacon) Warren, on the family farm. Phyllis was married to Arthur Alvin “Bill” Lange on September 3, 1954, and they spent their lives farming and raising cattle while working full-time – Bill for the Kansas Department of Transportation, and Phyllis for the Rural Electrical Association and Cooperative. Bill and Phyllis were partners to the end, nearly inseparable, and deeply in love until Bill’s death in 2020.Phyllis enjoyed being an active member of the Christian Church and was a long-time member, serving as an officer, in the VFW Ladies’ Auxiliary.Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents, and siblings Irene, Blaine, Clifford, Joyce and Neil. She also leaves behind a son, Ben Lange, his wife Laurie, and her granddaughter Leah, and many loving nieces and nephews.A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Mankato. Following the services, the family will greet friends at the Mankato Christian Church.Friends may sign Phyllis’s book on Monday, January 30, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., at Melby Mortuary in Mankato.Memorials may be made to the VFW Post #7830 or the Christian Church in care of Melby Mortuary.Melby Mortuary is assisting the Lange family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

Phyllis E. Lange

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Briana Louise Lance, 52, of Canton, died Monday, January 23, 2023 at her home in Canton. She was born on November 29, 1970 in Monterey Park, California, the daughter of Lawrence and Felice (Taylor) Arnold. On March 15, 2003 she was united in marriage to Charles W. Lance in Mesa, Arizona. She had been a Canton resident for the past 16 years, moving from Mesa.

Briana was a homemaker first and foremost, was a former employee of the Citizens State Bank and was currently employed by Bomgaars in McPherson. 

She was a member of the Countryside Covenant Church, McPherson and served on Student Ministries, Prayer Team, Celebrate Recovery and the Jail Ministry. Survivors include her husband Charles; her daughter Emily Taylor Lance, Canton; son Hayden Charles Lance, McPherson; her mother Felice Arnold, Salina; a brother, Kent Arnold, Salina and her mother-in-law Patricia Shaft and husband Gary, McPherson. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 30, 2023 at Countryside Covenant Church, 940 E Northview Ave, McPherson, KS 67460. Burial will follow at Canton Township Cemetery, Canton. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, January 29, 2023 at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Emily Lance Education Fund, in care of Olson's Mortuary, P.O. Box 355, Canton, KS 67428.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Briana L. Lance 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>Briana L. Lance, Canton</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Briana-Lance/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Briana-Lance/#!/TributeWall</a>November 29, 1979 - January 23, 2023Briana Louise Lance, 52, of Canton, died Monday, January 23, 2023 at her home in Canton. She was born on November 29, 1970 in Monterey Park, California, the daughter of Lawrence and Felice (Taylor) Arnold. On March 15, 2003 she was united in marriage to Charles W. Lance in Mesa, Arizona. She had been a Canton resident for the past 16 years, moving from Mesa. Briana was a homemaker first and foremost, was a former employee of the Citizens State Bank and was currently employed by Bomgaars in McPherson. She was a member of the Countryside Covenant Church, McPherson and served on Student Ministries, Prayer Team, Celebrate Recovery and the Jail Ministry. Survivors include her husband Charles; her daughter Emily Taylor Lance, Canton; son Hayden Charles Lance, McPherson; her mother Felice Arnold, Salina; a brother, Kent Arnold, Salina and her mother-in-law Patricia Shaft and husband Gary, McPherson. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 30, 2023 at Countryside Covenant Church, 940 E Northview Ave, McPherson, KS 67460. Burial will follow at Canton Township Cemetery, Canton. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, January 29, 2023 at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Emily Lance Education Fund, in care of Olson's Mortuary, P.O. Box 355, Canton, KS 67428. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Briana L. Lance 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>.

Briana L. Lance

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Dorothy A. (Peterson) Sitts, 92, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 11:45 p.m,, Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at the Cedars, McPherson, Kansas. Dorothy was born in Salina, Kansas on October 10, 1930, a daughter of Mary Pauline (Komarek) and Merlin Lyle Peterson. Dorothy attended the Saline County Schools and graduated from Little River High School, Little River, Kansas. in 1948. She then attended McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas. Dorothy Peterson was united in marriage to Marland J. Sitts on May 4, 1952 at the Andover Lutheran Church, rural Windom, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Marla. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church McPherson and was an Affiliate member of the First United Methodist Church, McPherson. Dorothy taught school in a one-room country school just south of Marquette, Kansas, which had a total of 16 students for all 8 grades. She was also a receptionist - secretary for McPherson Citizens State Bank; later became assistant cashier for McPherson State Bank and Trust. She then served as the assistant vice president of McPherson Bank and Trust, and later she kept her position as well as the first woman commercial and agriculture loan officer for Bank IV from which she retired.

After her retirement she worked for the FSA and NRCS offices as well as for almost 14 years for Bill Mills Law Office. 

She was also the past president of Soroptimist Club,of McPherson; Past President of Sunflower Chapter of FWI (Financial Women International); and she volunteered her time as a tutor for the McPherson Schools and in the program Reach to Recovery for the American Cancer Society. She is survived by her daughter Marla Bradshaw and her husband Steve, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; her sister-in-law Meredith Davis, of Little River, Kansas; her nieces Rebecca Blick, of Lawrence, Kansas and Lisa Thornburg and her husband Craig, of Rossville, Kansas and her nephew Anthony "Tony" Peterson, of Lawrence, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Marland J. Sitts; her brother Paul Peterson and her sister Barbara Mock. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Emily Cannon officiating. Final resting place is at McPherson Cemetery McPherson, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to McPherson County Humane Society, Toto Quilting Mission or McPherson Public Library and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460. The family would like to acknowledge Dr. Sheila Gorman and the nursing staff at the Cedars for their loving care.

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<h2>Dorothy A. Sitts, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Dorothy-Sitts/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Dorothy-Sitts/#!/TributeWall</a>October 10, 1930 - January 24, 2023Dorothy A. (Peterson) Sitts, 92, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 11:45 p.m,, Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at the Cedars, McPherson, Kansas. Dorothy was born in Salina, Kansas on October 10, 1930, a daughter of Mary Pauline (Komarek) and Merlin Lyle Peterson. Dorothy attended the Saline County Schools and graduated from Little River High School, Little River, Kansas. in 1948. She then attended McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas. Dorothy Peterson was united in marriage to Marland J. Sitts on May 4, 1952 at the Andover Lutheran Church, rural Windom, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Marla. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church McPherson and was an Affiliate member of the First United Methodist Church, McPherson. Dorothy taught school in a one-room country school just south of Marquette, Kansas, which had a total of 16 students for all 8 grades. She was also a receptionist - secretary for McPherson Citizens State Bank; later became assistant cashier for McPherson State Bank and Trust. She then served as the assistant vice president of McPherson Bank and Trust, and later she kept her position as well as the first woman commercial and agriculture loan officer for Bank IV from which she retired. After her retirement she worked for the FSA and NRCS offices as well as for almost 14 years for Bill Mills Law Office. She was also the past president of Soroptimist Club,of McPherson; Past President of Sunflower Chapter of FWI (Financial Women International); and she volunteered her time as a tutor for the McPherson Schools and in the program Reach to Recovery for the American Cancer Society. She is survived by her daughter Marla Bradshaw and her husband Steve, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; her sister-in-law Meredith Davis, of Little River, Kansas; her nieces Rebecca Blick, of Lawrence, Kansas and Lisa Thornburg and her husband Craig, of Rossville, Kansas and her nephew Anthony "Tony" Peterson, of Lawrence, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Marland J. Sitts; her brother Paul Peterson and her sister Barbara Mock. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Emily Cannon officiating. Final resting place is at McPherson Cemetery McPherson, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to McPherson County Humane Society, Toto Quilting Mission or McPherson Public Library and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460. The family would like to acknowledge Dr. Sheila Gorman and the nursing staff at the Cedars for their loving care. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Dorothy A. Sitts, 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>

Dorothy A. Sitts

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Lester Edward Kidd, 86, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully January 23, 2023, at Salem Home in Hillsboro after a lengthy illness.

Lester, better known as Ed, was born February 20,1936, in Topeka, KS to Cecil and Joetta Kidd. 

He spent most of his younger years in Manhattan, where he graduated from Manhattan High School in 1954 and later attended Kansas State University. 

He later joined the Kansas Army National Guard where he served full time, ending his military service at the rank of staff sergeant.

Ed married LaVena Kay Chisman August 21, 1960, in Augusta, KS. She survives after 61 years of marriage. They made their first home in Salina where all three of their children were born. 

He worked in the grocery business for nearly 30 years in Salina, Lawrence and McPherson, where they moved in 1973. Ed later worked for Tony's Pizza Service in Salina from which he retired in 2005. Shortly after retiring from Tony's, he would work for a time for Nations Pizza Products in McPherson.

Other survivors include his children Lucky Kidd, Patrick Kidd, and Elizabeth Hedberg (Frank), all of McPherson, KS; a brother, Robert Kidd of Wamego, KS; and three grandchildren. 

Cremation was chosen and a celebration of life service will take place at a later date.

Memorials may be given to the McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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<h2>Lester E. Kidd</h2><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/lester-kidd">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/lester-kidd</a>February 20, 1936 - January 23, 2023Lester Edward Kidd, 86, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully January 23, 2023, at Salem Home in Hillsboro after a lengthy illness.Lester, better known as Ed, was born February 20,1936, in Topeka, KS to Cecil and Joetta Kidd. He spent most of his younger years in Manhattan, where he graduated from Manhattan High School in 1954 and later attended Kansas State University. He later joined the Kansas Army National Guard where he served full time, ending his military service at the rank of staff sergeant.Ed married LaVena Kay Chisman August 21, 1960, in Augusta, KS. She survives after 61 years of marriage. They made their first home in Salina where all three of their children were born. He worked in the grocery business for nearly 30 years in Salina, Lawrence and McPherson, where they moved in 1973. Ed later worked for Tony's Pizza Service in Salina from which he retired in 2005. Shortly after retiring from Tony's, he would work for a time for Nations Pizza Products in McPherson.Other survivors include his children Lucky Kidd, Patrick Kidd, and Elizabeth Hedberg (Frank), all of McPherson, KS; a brother, Robert Kidd of Wamego, KS; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation was chosen and a celebration of life service will take place at a later date.Memorials may be given to the McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.To send flowers to the family in memory of Lester Edward "Ed" Kidd, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/5b668abe-f87d-4d3c-ae6c-28d06352a379" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Lester E. Kidd

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Carl Edward Carlson, was born on March 25, 1928, in McPherson, KS, the son of Carl Alvin and Ruth Irene (Yowell) Carlson. 

 He grew up on a farm near Windom and attended country school, except for two years (1939 – 1941), when he moved to McPherson. 

 His mother died when he was only 15 years old, and he left school in his sophomore year to work for Sinclair doing survey work in Wyoming.  At the age of 18, nearing the end of WWII, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served as a cook.  Most of his enlistment was spent in Alaska and California.  After serving two years, from May 8, 1946, to April 8, 1948, he received his discharge.

On May 29, 1948, Carl was hired by Sid Bacon Motor Company and was made service manager in 1955, and worked for the company for 40 plus years and was also assistant service manager at Wallace Chevrolet.  One quote often heard from Carl was, “The possible we do immediately-the impossible takes a little longer.”

On September 16, 1950, Carl was united in marriage to Veola “Vi” Mae Mills at Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson. This union was blessed with two children, Randy, born in 1955, and Teresa, born in 1957.

He was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Carl loved working with his hands.&nbsp; He was always tinkering with lawnmowers, fixing them for family and friends.&nbsp; He was very knowledgeable with the mechanics of things.&nbsp; He also loved to garden.&nbsp; One year, he and Vi had the best crop of tomatoes.&nbsp; When his family was young, he took them camping out of state along with his brother Robert’s family.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Carl entered the arms of Jesus on Sunday, January 22, 2023.  He was ninety-four.

Survivors include: his loving wife of 72 years, Vi of the home; a son, Randy (Renee) Carlson of McPherson, KS; son-in-law Don (Connie) Koehn of Canton, KS; half-sister Carla Ann Wolf of Salisbury, MD; half-brother Marion (Teri) Carlson of Winter Haven, FL; five grandchildren, Ryan (Crystal) Carlson, Rachelle (Josh) McAlexander, Rustin (Clare) Carlson, Cody (Michele) Koehn, and Nick (Alicia) Koehn; eight great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Kathryn Carlson; a daughter, Teresa Koehn; brother Robert (Betty) Carlson; half-brother, Clarence Carlson; stepbrother Daryl Hanson; stepsisters Jetty Chaney and Juanita Beal.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, January 29, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service with military honors will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 30, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/carl-carlson">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/carl-carlson</a>March 25, 1928&nbsp; - January 22, 2023Carl Edward Carlson, was born on March 25, 1928, in McPherson, KS, the son of Carl Alvin and Ruth Irene (Yowell) Carlson. He grew up on a farm near Windom and attended country school, except for two years (1939 – 1941), when he moved to McPherson. His mother died when he was only 15 years old, and he left school in his sophomore year to work for Sinclair doing survey work in Wyoming. At the age of 18, nearing the end of WWII, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served as a cook. Most of his enlistment was spent in Alaska and California. After serving two years, from May 8, 1946, to April 8, 1948, he received his discharge.On May 29, 1948, Carl was hired by Sid Bacon Motor Company and was made service manager in 1955, and worked for the company for 40 plus years and was also assistant service manager at Wallace Chevrolet. One quote often heard from Carl was, “The possible we do immediately-the impossible takes a little longer.”On September 16, 1950, Carl was united in marriage to Veola “Vi” Mae Mills at Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson. This union was blessed with two children, Randy, born in 1955, and Teresa, born in 1957.He was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Carl loved working with his hands.&nbsp; He was always tinkering with lawnmowers, fixing them for family and friends.&nbsp; He was very knowledgeable with the mechanics of things.&nbsp; He also loved to garden.&nbsp; One year, he and Vi had the best crop of tomatoes.&nbsp; When his family was young, he took them camping out of state along with his brother Robert’s family.&nbsp; &nbsp;Carl entered the arms of Jesus on Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was ninety-four.Survivors include: his loving wife of 72 years, Vi of the home; a son, Randy (Renee) Carlson of McPherson, KS; son-in-law Don (Connie) Koehn of Canton, KS; half-sister Carla Ann Wolf of Salisbury, MD; half-brother Marion (Teri) Carlson of Winter Haven, FL; five grandchildren, Ryan (Crystal) Carlson, Rachelle (Josh) McAlexander, Rustin (Clare) Carlson, Cody (Michele) Koehn, and Nick (Alicia) Koehn; eight great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Kathryn Carlson; a daughter, Teresa Koehn; brother Robert (Betty) Carlson; half-brother, Clarence Carlson; stepbrother Daryl Hanson; stepsisters Jetty Chaney and Juanita Beal.The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, January 29, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service with military honors will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 30, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family in memory of Carl E. Carlson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/68a8ce47-9892-4eae-93d6-c6496603c2dc" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Carl E. Carlson

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Barbara Ann Mahin, age 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 24, 2023. She was born in Chanute, Kansas on September 18, 1931, to Russell B. and Frieda M. (Miller) Townsend. 

Barbara grew up in Chanute and was a graduate of Chanute High School in 1949. She attended Pittsburg State University and Emporia State University in pursuit of a teaching degree. 

Barbara was married on May 15, 1954, by the groom’s father in the Chanute Wesleyan Methodist Church, to Duane Ross Mahin. Early on they made their home in Topeka, KS, where they were blessed with three children. 

Barbara was a supportive wife and stood proudly beside Duane during his ministry in the Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Connection from 1972 until his retirement in 2001. They served fully devoted in school administration, pastoring and connectional leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The couple made their home in Miltonvale, KS in 2002.&nbsp; She has been a resident of the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center from December 2021 until her passing.

Barbara was a devoted mother and grandmother and enjoyed doing puzzles, baking, and loved cats. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, parents and infant daughter, Diane Rene.

Son: David (Diane) Mahin of Miltonvale, KS

Son: Duane Scott Mahin of Bonner Springs, KS

Nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bible Methodist Church in Miltonvale, KS. 

Services will live stream via the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/videos

Visitation: Wednesday,&nbsp;February&nbsp; 1, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the Bible Methodist Church

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Connection Peruvian Missions c/o the funeral home

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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/barbara-mahin">https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/barbara-mahin</a>September 18, 1931 - January 24, 2023Barbara Ann Mahin, age 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 24, 2023. She was born in Chanute, Kansas on September 18, 1931, to Russell B. and Frieda M. (Miller) Townsend. Barbara grew up in Chanute and was a graduate of Chanute High School in 1949. She attended Pittsburg State University and Emporia State University in pursuit of a teaching degree. Barbara was married on May 15, 1954, by the groom’s father in the Chanute Wesleyan Methodist Church, to Duane Ross Mahin. Early on they made their home in Topeka, KS, where they were blessed with three children. Barbara was a supportive wife and stood proudly beside Duane during his ministry in the Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Connection from 1972 until his retirement in 2001. They served fully devoted in school administration, pastoring and connectional leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The couple made their home in Miltonvale, KS in 2002.&nbsp; She has been a resident of the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center from December 2021 until her passing.Barbara was a devoted mother and grandmother and enjoyed doing puzzles, baking, and loved cats. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents and infant daughter, Diane Rene.Survivors:Son: David (Diane) Mahin of Miltonvale, KSSon: Duane Scott Mahin of Bonner Springs, KSNine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildrenFuneral Services:&nbsp;Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bible Methodist Church in Miltonvale, KS. Services will live stream via the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/videosVisitation: Wednesday,&nbsp;February&nbsp; 1, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the Bible Methodist ChurchMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Connection Peruvian Missions c/o the funeral home

Barbara Mahin

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Charmaine’s life began on June 6, 1928, at the family home northeast of Woodbine. She is the daughter of Hubert Lillis and Esther Olga (Krause) Farres. 

Her family relocated to the Latimer area when she was young.&nbsp; Charmaine attended country school through eight grade. Her family then moved to Woodbine where she attended and graduated from Woodbine High School in 1946. 

Charmaine worked for a brief time as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone in Abilene after graduating until she married Eldon Oesterreich on April 16, 1947 at the Woodbine United Methodist Church.&nbsp; 

She was a devoted wife and homemaker to Eldon and her family.&nbsp;

 Charmaine served on the Woodbine School Board and continued on the board when the district became USD 481 for over 22 years.&nbsp; 

She was an excellent cook and enjoyed sewing. 

Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband of 75 years Eldon Oesterreich of Woodbine, daughters Martha (Mike Rothchild) Dittman of Woodbine and Mary (Greg) Horn of Salina; grandchildren Brandy (Kayvon Jaberian) Modin, Crystal (Josh) Jones, Steve (Michelle Samborski) Horn, and Dave (Hailey Blaylock) Horn; great-grandchildren Quinn Richert, Ava Modin, Camila Price, Harper Jones, and Hudson Jones; sister Joan Roehrman, sister-in-law Delores Farres and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; 

Charmaine passed away on Wednesday January 25, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Abilene.&nbsp; 

She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Dyas Farres, Adair Farres, Lillis (Slim) Farres, M. Scott Farres, Olga Watt, Opal Holscher, Rose Watt and Oneda Jahnke.&nbsp; 

Her family will gather with friends on Monday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Woodbine United Methodist Church where her service will be held at 2 p.m. led by Pastor Marilyn&nbsp; Cox and Pastor Kris Brinlee.&nbsp; Charmaine will be laid to rest in Woodbine Cemetery. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be directed to Woodbine United Methodist Church or the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Charmaine at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/charmaine-oesterreich">https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/charmaine-oesterreich</a>June 6, 1928 - January 25, 2023WoodbineCharmaine’s life began on June 6, 1928, at the family home northeast of Woodbine. She is the daughter of Hubert Lillis and Esther Olga (Krause) Farres. Her family relocated to the Latimer area when she was young.&nbsp; Charmaine attended country school through eight grade. Her family then moved to Woodbine where she attended and graduated from Woodbine High School in 1946. Charmaine worked for a brief time as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone in Abilene after graduating until she married Eldon Oesterreich on April 16, 1947 at the Woodbine United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was a devoted wife and homemaker to Eldon and her family.&nbsp; Charmaine served on the Woodbine School Board and continued on the board when the district became USD 481 for over 22 years.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook and enjoyed sewing. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband of 75 years Eldon Oesterreich of Woodbine, daughters Martha (Mike Rothchild) Dittman of Woodbine and Mary (Greg) Horn of Salina; grandchildren Brandy (Kayvon Jaberian) Modin, Crystal (Josh) Jones, Steve (Michelle Samborski) Horn, and Dave (Hailey Blaylock) Horn; great-grandchildren Quinn Richert, Ava Modin, Camila Price, Harper Jones, and Hudson Jones; sister Joan Roehrman, sister-in-law Delores Farres and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Charmaine passed away on Wednesday January 25, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Abilene.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Dyas Farres, Adair Farres, Lillis (Slim) Farres, M. Scott Farres, Olga Watt, Opal Holscher, Rose Watt and Oneda Jahnke.&nbsp; Her family will gather with friends on Monday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Woodbine United Methodist Church where her service will be held at 2 p.m. led by Pastor Marilyn&nbsp; Cox and Pastor Kris Brinlee.&nbsp; Charmaine will be laid to rest in Woodbine Cemetery. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be directed to Woodbine United Methodist Church or the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Charmaine at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/c51b8a24-9a5c-415f-a935-e5585b7479d0" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Charmaine Oesterreich, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/c51b8a24-9a5c-415f-a935-e5585b7479d0" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Charmaine Oesterreich

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Jr.'s life began on May 2, 1965 in Fort Benning, GA. 

Jr. was a collector of many treasures. He collected signs, antique tools, license plates, and friends throughout his life. &nbsp;

Everyone knew his catch phrase "My good looking buddy" when he would see a friend and he loved his cats. &nbsp;Jr. enjoyed working with his hands and BBQing , always with the music playing. &nbsp;He was sure to wave at everyone passing by his home. Jr. wanted to see everyone smiling. 

He is survived by his daughter Kimberly Love Losee and son in-law Fred Losee of Herington, as well as his son Joshua Daniel Ford "Rief" and daughter-in-law Chrissy Ford of Woodbine; grandchildren Vanessa, Jacob, Addison, Hunter, Josh, Jr., Davina, Tristan and Anthony and many good friends. 

Jr. passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Herington Hospital. His family will gather with friends on Sunday, January 28, 2023 from 4-6 p.m. at Yazel &nbsp;Megli Funeral Home, Herington to celebrate his life. He will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery at a later date. 

Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Jr. at www.yazelmeglifh.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/robert-rief-jr">https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/robert-rief-jr</a>May 2, 1965 - January 23, 2023HeringtonJr.'s life began on May 2, 1965 in Fort Benning, GA. Jr. was a collector of many treasures. He collected signs, antique tools, license plates, and friends throughout his life. &nbsp;Everyone knew his catch phrase "My good looking buddy" when he would see a friend and he loved his cats. &nbsp;Jr. enjoyed working with his hands and BBQing , always with the music playing. &nbsp;He was sure to wave at everyone passing by his home. Jr. wanted to see everyone smiling. He is survived by his daughter Kimberly Love Losee and son in-law Fred Losee of Herington, as well as his son Joshua Daniel Ford "Rief" and daughter-in-law Chrissy Ford of Woodbine; grandchildren Vanessa, Jacob, Addison, Hunter, Josh, Jr., Davina, Tristan and Anthony and many good friends. Jr. passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Herington Hospital. His family will gather with friends on Sunday, January 28, 2023 from 4-6 p.m. at Yazel &nbsp;Megli Funeral Home, Herington to celebrate his life. He will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery at a later date. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Jr. at www.yazelmeglifh.com.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/8657b0e1-4751-49c8-aaae-ff4f82e13649" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Robert Lee Rief, Jr., please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/8657b0e1-4751-49c8-aaae-ff4f82e13649" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Robert Lee Rief, Jr.

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John R. Hansen, age 60, entered into rest on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at the Park Villa Nursing Home, Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on July 3, 1962 in Concordia, Kansas to Merrill and Charlene (Rich) Hansen.&nbsp;

He was a 1980 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp; John served in the US Army Reserve for 20 years until his retirement.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged.

He married Lela in 1981, and they later divorced.&nbsp; He has one daughter, Makita Hansen (Francis) of Clyde, Kansas.

John was a truck driver for Chuck Hittle, hauling milk from the local dairy farmers to processors. He loved that job and spoke warmly of Mr. Hittle and the dairy farmers the rest of his life.

In later years he helped his brothers with construction and driving on their farms and did odd jobs around his community.

He enjoyed all things with motors, and work.&nbsp; He loved work and worked up until December 15 when he could no longer do so.

John is survived by his siblings Charles of Concordia, Mary Holloway and husband Larry of Ozawkie, KS; Charles, David, John, Daniel, Lowell and Michael, all of Concordia, daughter Makita Francis of Clyde, his grandchildren Austin, Marissa and Kadence Francis, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Merrill and Charlene.

A Celebration of Life Service with gathering of family and friends will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Concordia Pizza Hut on Saturday, February 4, 2023.&nbsp; Food will be provided by John’s family.

Condolences may be left online at www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/john-hansen">https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/john-hansen</a>July 3, 1962 - January 26, 2023John R. Hansen, age 60, entered into rest on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at the Park Villa Nursing Home, Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on July 3, 1962 in Concordia, Kansas to Merrill and Charlene (Rich) Hansen.&nbsp;He was a 1980 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp; John served in the US Army Reserve for 20 years until his retirement.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged.He married Lela in 1981, and they later divorced.&nbsp; He has one daughter, Makita Hansen (Francis) of Clyde, Kansas.John was a truck driver for Chuck Hittle, hauling milk from the local dairy farmers to processors. He loved that job and spoke warmly of Mr. Hittle and the dairy farmers the rest of his life.In later years he helped his brothers with construction and driving on their farms and did odd jobs around his community.He enjoyed all things with motors, and work.&nbsp; He loved work and worked up until December 15 when he could no longer do so.John is survived by his siblings Charles of Concordia, Mary Holloway and husband Larry of Ozawkie, KS; Charles, David, John, Daniel, Lowell and Michael, all of Concordia, daughter Makita Francis of Clyde, his grandchildren Austin, Marissa and Kadence Francis, cousins, nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents Merrill and Charlene.He will be missed.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life Service with gathering of family and friends will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Concordia Pizza Hut on Saturday, February 4, 2023.&nbsp; Food will be provided by John’s family.Condolences may be left online at www.chaputbuoy.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;John R. Hansen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/john-hansen/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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Nina M. Reps, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at NCK Medical Center, Concordia, Kansas.

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Nina M. Reps

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September 26th, 1934 - January 23rd, 2023

Funeral services for Ann Louise McLaughlin, age 88, of Shawnee, Kansas formerly of Chapman, will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Chapman United Methodist Church in Chapman with Reverend Connie Wooldridge officiating. Mrs. McLaughlin passed away Monday, January 23, 2023 at her home in Shawnee. She was born September 26, 1934 in Muskegon, Michigan the daughter of Milton and Faye (Baker) Anderson.

Ann loved spending time with her family, baking cakes, bowling, crocheting, reading, and listening to music. On February 14, 1953 Ann was united in marriage to Calvin George McLaughlin in Muskegon. They had 65 years together before Calvin passed away on June 19, 2019. Ann was a homemaker and is survived by her loving children George McLaughlin and his wife Marcia of Salina, Carolyn Herrs and her husband Larry of Abilene, Anita Jamison and her husband Chris of Neodesha, Kansas, Colleen Farthing and her boyfriend Johnny Saavedra of Shawnee, Kansas, daughter-in- law Jina McLaughlin of Colona, Illinois, 19 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.

Along with her husband Calvin, Ann is preceded in death by her son Dale, daughter-in-law Lynette McLaughlin and her parents. Ann’s final resting place will be in the Indian Hills Cemetery in Chapman. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday at the Chapman United Methodist Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to the Chapman United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Ann McLaughlin, formerly of Chapman</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/ann-mclaughlin/5126815/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/ann-mclaughlin/5126815/index.php</a>September 26th, 1934 - January 23rd, 2023Funeral services for Ann Louise McLaughlin, age 88, of Shawnee, Kansas formerly of Chapman, will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Chapman United Methodist Church in Chapman with Reverend Connie Wooldridge officiating. Mrs. McLaughlin passed away Monday, January 23, 2023 at her home in Shawnee. She was born September 26, 1934 in Muskegon, Michigan the daughter of Milton and Faye (Baker) Anderson. Ann loved spending time with her family, baking cakes, bowling, crocheting, reading, and listening to music. On February 14, 1953 Ann was united in marriage to Calvin George McLaughlin in Muskegon. They had 65 years together before Calvin passed away on June 19, 2019. Ann was a homemaker and is survived by her loving children George McLaughlin and his wife Marcia of Salina, Carolyn Herrs and her husband Larry of Abilene, Anita Jamison and her husband Chris of Neodesha, Kansas, Colleen Farthing and her boyfriend Johnny Saavedra of Shawnee, Kansas, daughter-in- law Jina McLaughlin of Colona, Illinois, 19 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Along with her husband Calvin, Ann is preceded in death by her son Dale, daughter-in-law Lynette McLaughlin and her parents. Ann’s final resting place will be in the Indian Hills Cemetery in Chapman. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday at the Chapman United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to the Chapman United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ann McLaughlin

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Imogene Ruth (Altwegg) Caughron, 93, of rural Chapman, Kansas passed away on January 23, 2023, at Chapman Valley Manor. Imogene was born September 5, 1929, on a farm in Fragrant Hill township, Dickinson County, KS to Ed and Bernice (Long) Altwegg.

She attended Spring Valley Grade School, a one-room school in the middle of a section mostly accessible by walking. She was a Fragrant Hilltoppers 4-H club member and took clothing and cooking “because that’s what girls did back then.” She graduated from Dickinson County Community High School (DCCHS) in the top five of her 1947 class. 

Upon graduation, Imogene went to work at the State Capitol Building in Topeka, in the Division of Revenue and Taxation until she married Norman Caughron in June 1948. She moved only seven miles from her birthplace to the Caughron farm in Sherman Township where she has resided ever since. 

In the spring of 1963, DCCHS hired her as their new secretary where she continued to work until her retirement in 2001. Imogene and Norman became members of the Zion United Methodist Church in 1948 now known as Alida United Methodist, where Imogene became the church pianist and organist and belonged to the Alida Upland Parish Women (AUPW). During the 70s and 80s, Imogene and Norm belonged to and were active members of the Dickinson County Rural Life organization&nbsp;until Norm became ill and passed away in 1993. Imogene received the first Friends of Music Award in 2001 from the Tri M Music Honor Society, was presented with two outstanding Service Awards from the Chapman FFA, and was named the Meritorious Graduate in 2008.

She retired as secretary from Chapman High School in 2001 but continued to help out with answering “long ago questions”, being “secretary for a day” and selling tickets at athletic events. She filled in at Dr. Lawrence Cooper, DDS as a receptionist when the office staff took a vacation. Imogene attended most every sporting event, other school activity, or horse show for her grandchildren, Lon, Darcy, and Logan. She loved all of her family very much and was always putting everyone else's needs above her own. She didn’t know a stranger and rarely if ever, forgot a former student's name. Imogene is survived by her sister-in-law, Deanne Caughron of rural Chapman, her children Shelly (Terry) Lake of Talmage and Kristi (Terry) Lehmkuhl of rural Chapman, KS; grandchildren Lon Ferguson of Kansas City, MO, Darcy (Tad) Tweady of rural Chapman, Logan (Stephanie) Lehmkuhl of Chapman, KS; great-grandchildren Grady, Brody, and Kaylee Ferguson, Carly Rothfuss, Colter Tweady, Lillian and Lyla Lehmkuhl. She was preceded in death by her husband Norman, her parents Edward and Bernice Altwegg, sister Nadine Riekeman, and infant son, Richard Loren. Visitation will be Friday, January 27 from 5-7 p.m. at Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 28 at 10:30 a.m. at Alida Upland Cooperative Parish, and burial at Liberty Cemetery. Pastor Maria Foerschler officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Irish Foundation or Alida Upland Cooperative Parish in the care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 411, Chapman Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<h2>Imogene 'Imy' Caughron, rural Chapman</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/imogene-caughron/5126034/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/imogene-caughron/5126034/index.php</a>September 5th, 1929 - January 23rd, 2023Imogene Ruth (Altwegg) Caughron, 93, of rural Chapman, Kansas passed away on January 23, 2023, at Chapman Valley Manor. Imogene was born September 5, 1929, on a farm in Fragrant Hill township, Dickinson County, KS to Ed and Bernice (Long) Altwegg. She attended Spring Valley Grade School, a one-room school in the middle of a section mostly accessible by walking. She was a Fragrant Hilltoppers 4-H club member and took clothing and cooking “because that’s what girls did back then.” She graduated from Dickinson County Community High School (DCCHS) in the top five of her 1947 class. Upon graduation, Imogene went to work at the State Capitol Building in Topeka, in the Division of Revenue and Taxation until she married Norman Caughron in June 1948. She moved only seven miles from her birthplace to the Caughron farm in Sherman Township where she has resided ever since. In the spring of 1963, DCCHS hired her as their new secretary where she continued to work until her retirement in 2001. Imogene and Norman became members of the Zion United Methodist Church in 1948 now known as Alida United Methodist, where Imogene became the church pianist and organist and belonged to the Alida Upland Parish Women (AUPW). During the 70s and 80s, Imogene and Norm belonged to and were active members of the Dickinson County Rural Life organization&nbsp;until Norm became ill and passed away in 1993. Imogene received the first Friends of Music Award in 2001 from the Tri M Music Honor Society, was presented with two outstanding Service Awards from the Chapman FFA, and was named the Meritorious Graduate in 2008. She retired as secretary from Chapman High School in 2001 but continued to help out with answering “long ago questions”, being “secretary for a day” and selling tickets at athletic events. She filled in at Dr. Lawrence Cooper, DDS as a receptionist when the office staff took a vacation. Imogene attended most every sporting event, other school activity, or horse show for her grandchildren, Lon, Darcy, and Logan. She loved all of her family very much and was always putting everyone else's needs above her own. She didn’t know a stranger and rarely if ever, forgot a former student's name. Imogene is survived by her sister-in-law, Deanne Caughron of rural Chapman, her children Shelly (Terry) Lake of Talmage and Kristi (Terry) Lehmkuhl of rural Chapman, KS; grandchildren Lon Ferguson of Kansas City, MO, Darcy (Tad) Tweady of rural Chapman, Logan (Stephanie) Lehmkuhl of Chapman, KS; great-grandchildren Grady, Brody, and Kaylee Ferguson, Carly Rothfuss, Colter Tweady, Lillian and Lyla Lehmkuhl. She was preceded in death by her husband Norman, her parents Edward and Bernice Altwegg, sister Nadine Riekeman, and infant son, Richard Loren. Visitation will be Friday, January 27 from 5-7 p.m. at Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 28 at 10:30 a.m. at Alida Upland Cooperative Parish, and burial at Liberty Cemetery. Pastor Maria Foerschler officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Irish Foundation or Alida Upland Cooperative Parish in the care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 411, Chapman Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

Imogene 'Imy' Caughron

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&nbsp;April 20th, 1938 - January 18th, 2023

On January 18, 2023 the Chapman Community lost a great man, Mr. John Ole Christensen. John spent much of his time at the Chapman Senior Center where he served as the Director of the Senior Center Board, most days he was working diligently on a puzzle. He was also very active in the Meals on Wheels program. He could be seen walking around town with his beloved poodle Mocha, having taken on “Doc’s” habit. 

He spent his life serving his country as a Department of Army Civilian, serving his faith and serving his community. He had the bug to see the world. Having been raised in the “Way North” part of North Dakota, he had aspirations to leave his mark on the world. 

He left North Dakota and pursued his master's degree in engineering at the University of Nebraska. He was still sporting his original Cornhuskers t-shirt from his college days. 

His aspirations in engineering led to being employed with the United States Army Corps of Engineers. He was proud to say that he designed many dams throughout the Midwest. 

In 1979 he embarked on an adventure with wife and kids in tow to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia were he played an integral part in designing and building a city. While there, he traveled the world once again with wife and kids in tow. They visited many countries including Germany, France, Italy, Greece, Java and Thailand. He served his country again in the early 1990s by volunteering to return to Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm/Shield as a civilian. Having worked in several other states including Nebraska, Virginia and Washington, he finally settled with his wife Carolyn in Chapman, Kansas in the late 1990s after 30 years of service to the Army. He continued to work temporary, seasonal or volunteer jobs until June of 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents Norman Christensen and Helen McIntyre, by his brothers Norman and James (Jim) Christensen and by his son Patrick Christensen. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Christensen of Chapman Kansas, his sisters Patricia (Pat) Braaten of Auburn, Washington and Kathleen (Kitty) McCardle of Elmwood, Wisconsin; his children John (Jay) Christensen of Stephens City, Virginia, Karin Christensen of Williamsport, Maryland, Michael Christensen of Springfield, Virginia, Dawn Barclay of Milford, Kansas, Neal Wheatley of Chapman, Kansas, Richard Wheatley of Chapman, Kansas, 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations may be made to the Chapman Senior Center, P.O. Box 306, Chapman KS 67431 or to Saint Michael Catholic Church, P.O. Box 217, Chapman, Kansas 67431. There will be a rosary prayer service at Saint Michael Catholic Church in Chapman, Kansas on February 4th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a funeral mass at 10:30, gravesite ceremony, and finally dinner, provided by the family at the Parrish Hall.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/john-christensen/5123509/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/john-christensen/5123509/index.php</a>&nbsp;April 20th, 1938 - January 18th, 2023On January 18, 2023 the Chapman Community lost a great man, Mr. John Ole Christensen. John spent much of his time at the Chapman Senior Center where he served as the Director of the Senior Center Board, most days he was working diligently on a puzzle. He was also very active in the Meals on Wheels program. He could be seen walking around town with his beloved poodle Mocha, having taken on “Doc’s” habit. He spent his life serving his country as a Department of Army Civilian, serving his faith and serving his community. He had the bug to see the world. Having been raised in the “Way North” part of North Dakota, he had aspirations to leave his mark on the world. He left North Dakota and pursued his master's degree in engineering at the University of Nebraska. He was still sporting his original Cornhuskers t-shirt from his college days. His aspirations in engineering led to being employed with the United States Army Corps of Engineers. He was proud to say that he designed many dams throughout the Midwest. In 1979 he embarked on an adventure with wife and kids in tow to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia were he played an integral part in designing and building a city. While there, he traveled the world once again with wife and kids in tow. They visited many countries including Germany, France, Italy, Greece, Java and Thailand. He served his country again in the early 1990s by volunteering to return to Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm/Shield as a civilian. Having worked in several other states including Nebraska, Virginia and Washington, he finally settled with his wife Carolyn in Chapman, Kansas in the late 1990s after 30 years of service to the Army. He continued to work temporary, seasonal or volunteer jobs until June of 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents Norman Christensen and Helen McIntyre, by his brothers Norman and James (Jim) Christensen and by his son Patrick Christensen. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Christensen of Chapman Kansas, his sisters Patricia (Pat) Braaten of Auburn, Washington and Kathleen (Kitty) McCardle of Elmwood, Wisconsin; his children John (Jay) Christensen of Stephens City, Virginia, Karin Christensen of Williamsport, Maryland, Michael Christensen of Springfield, Virginia, Dawn Barclay of Milford, Kansas, Neal Wheatley of Chapman, Kansas, Richard Wheatley of Chapman, Kansas, 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations may be made to the Chapman Senior Center, P.O. Box 306, Chapman KS 67431 or to Saint Michael Catholic Church, P.O. Box 217, Chapman, Kansas 67431. There will be a rosary prayer service at Saint Michael Catholic Church in Chapman, Kansas on February 4th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a funeral mass at 10:30, gravesite ceremony, and finally dinner, provided by the family at the Parrish Hall.&nbsp;&nbsp;We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

John Ole Christensen

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Lester Eugene Thornton passed away peacefully on January 22, 2023. He was born on March 21, 1929. 

He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Marie, three sons Steve, Dennis and David. 

Funeral service will be Sunday, February 5, 2023, 3:00 p.m., at First United Methodist Church in Abilene. 

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established at First United Methodist Church, Abilene. 

<h2>Lester Eugene Thornton</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/lester-thornton/5125101/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/lester-thornton/5125101/index.php</a>Lester Eugene Thornton passed away peacefully on January 22, 2023. He was born on March 21, 1929. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Marie, three sons Steve, Dennis and David. Funeral service will be Sunday, February 5, 2023, 3:00 p.m., at First United Methodist Church in Abilene. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established at First United Methodist Church, Abilene. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://danner-funeral-home-abilene.tributestore.com/?oId=27097378" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Lester Eugene Thornton, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://danner-funeral-home-abilene.tributestore.com/?oId=27097378" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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