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An obituary is not available at this time for Richard Schlegel.

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<h2>Richard Schlegel</h2><figure>
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September 19, 1931 ~ January 17, 2023 (age 91)

Maxine Gladys (Moses) Jellison, 91, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, January 17, 2023, at Memorial Health in Abilene, Kansas.

Maxine was born September 19, 1931, to William and Juanita (Flack) Moses in McCracken, Kansas. She attended school in McCracken, Kansas until the family moved to Salina where she then attended Salina High School.

Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, infant brother Robert Keith, brother Richard Moses, nephew Rick Moses, and son Curtis Crough.

She is survived by her daughter Terri Johnson (Gary) of rural Salina, daughter-in-law Lisa Crough of McPherson; her grandchildren Tyler Johnson (Jenn Wicks) of Salina, Kelley&nbsp;VanDeCreek (Rob) of Solomon, Lacey Meier (Adam) of KCMO, and Allison Curran (Ryan) of&nbsp;McPherson; eight great-grandchildren, Haleigh, Tate, Amelia, Claire, Owen, Liam, Cece, and Penny; two nieces Cheryl Konzem (Gail) of Salina, and Janet Moody (Jack) of Flagstaff, Arizona.

Cremation is planned and a private family service will be held at a later date. 

The family asks in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Solomon Public Library, P.O. Box 246, Solomon, Kansas 67480 in memory of Maxine.

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<h2>Maxine Jellison</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Maxine-Jellison">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Maxine-Jellison</a>September 19, 1931 ~ January 17, 2023 (age 91)Maxine Gladys (Moses) Jellison, 91, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, January 17, 2023, at Memorial Health in Abilene, Kansas.Maxine was born September 19, 1931, to William and Juanita (Flack) Moses in McCracken, Kansas. She attended school in McCracken, Kansas until the family moved to Salina where she then attended Salina High School.Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, infant brother Robert Keith, brother Richard Moses, nephew Rick Moses, and son Curtis Crough.She is survived by her daughter Terri Johnson (Gary) of rural Salina, daughter-in-law Lisa Crough of McPherson; her grandchildren Tyler Johnson (Jenn Wicks) of Salina, Kelley&nbsp;VanDeCreek (Rob) of Solomon, Lacey Meier (Adam) of KCMO, and Allison Curran (Ryan) of&nbsp;McPherson; eight great-grandchildren, Haleigh, Tate, Amelia, Claire, Owen, Liam, Cece, and Penny; two nieces Cheryl Konzem (Gail) of Salina, and Janet Moody (Jack) of Flagstaff, Arizona.Cremation is planned and a private family service will be held at a later date. The family asks in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Solomon Public Library, P.O. Box 246, Solomon, Kansas 67480 in memory of Maxine.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Maxine-Jellison/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Maxine-Jellison/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Maxine Gladys (Moses) Jellison, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Maxine-Jellison/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Maxine Jellison

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October 4, 1957 ~ January 17, 2023 (age 65)

SALINA –&nbsp;Linda K. Leach, 65, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023.&nbsp; She was born in Sidney, Montana to Ershel and Shirley (Wilhelm) Steckman.

Linda was a certified nursing assistant and enjoyed her time helping others.&nbsp; She worked for many years at Salina Presbyterian Manor and as a home health nurse.

She was a dedicated mother and grandmother, always ready to cheer on her son at his sporting events. &nbsp;

Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Terry Leach, in 1987, and her parents.

She is survived by her son, Scott Leach and grandchildren, Jaygen and Anabelle Leach of Hays; siblings Becky Steckman of Salina, Dwayne Steckman (Linda) of Wakefield, KS and Hank Steckman (Chandra) of Manchester, KS; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, January 23, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1425 S. Ohio St., Salina.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in Bethany Cemetery, Hunter, KS.

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<h2>&nbsp;Linda K. Leach</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Linda-Leach">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Linda-Leach</a>October 4, 1957 ~ January 17, 2023 (age 65)SALINA –&nbsp;Linda K. Leach, 65, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023.&nbsp; She was born in Sidney, Montana to Ershel and Shirley (Wilhelm) Steckman.Linda was a certified nursing assistant and enjoyed her time helping others.&nbsp; She worked for many years at Salina Presbyterian Manor and as a home health nurse.She was a dedicated mother and grandmother, always ready to cheer on her son at his sporting events. &nbsp;Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Terry Leach, in 1987, and her parents.She is survived by her son, Scott Leach and grandchildren, Jaygen and Anabelle Leach of Hays; siblings Becky Steckman of Salina, Dwayne Steckman (Linda) of Wakefield, KS and Hank Steckman (Chandra) of Manchester, KS; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, January 23, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1425 S. Ohio St., Salina.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in Bethany Cemetery, Hunter, KS.Memorials may be made to Ryan Mortuary.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Linda-Leach/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Linda-Leach/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Linda K. (Steckman) Leach, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Linda-Leach/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

 Linda K. Leach

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Dorothy Virginia Baker, 83, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 18th, 2023.

Dorothy was born in Rural Clay County, Kansas on July 11, 1939, a daughter of Mildred F. (McNeil) and Harold I. Stoneback.

In 1956, Dorothy married Frank Baker in Clay Center, Kansas.

She owned Dorothy's Salon Madrid and Wig Boutique for 20 years and was a Federal Camp Host at Kanopolis Lake for 12 years.

Dorothy was also a member of Native Daughters of Kansas, Emmanuel Christian Center, and was a published author.

Survivors include two daughters, Angela Williams of Bixby, Oklahoma, Amanda Williams (Dennis), of Russell, Kansas; son Steve Baker (Cindi), of Salina, Kansas; grandchildren Rachel Voeltz, (Dustin) of Lincoln, Kansas, Teresa Nicholson, (Mike) of Salina, Kansas, Christopher Snyder, (Brin) of Bennington, Kansas, Brian Williams,(Chelsee) of Collinsville, Oklahoma, Richard Baker, (Brittany) of Salina, Kansas,Bryen Baker, (Jennifer) of Moyock, North Carolina; great-grandchildren, Elisabeth Bryant (Raymond), Emily Voeltz, Evan Voeltz, Gavin Bange, Christ Nicholson, Connor Bange, Logan Nicholson, Pyper Snyder, Remington Snyder, Oscar Baker; great-great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Gary, Charles, one on the way; and many nieces and nephews.

She is also survived by her sister Dianne Lindenmuth (Dennis) of Salina, Kansas.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Frank Baker; sisters JoAnn Weir and Betty Stoneback.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 26th at Emmanuel Church, 1325 E. Cloud St., with Pastor Loren Houltberg officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of the Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory.

To send flowers to the family of Dorothy, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27074239&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Dorothy V. Baker, Salina</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Dorothy-V--Baker?obId=27074239#/obituaryInfo">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Dorothy-V--Baker?obId=27074239#/obituaryInfo</a>July 11, 1939 - January 18, 2023Dorothy Virginia Baker, 83, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 18th, 2023.Dorothy was born in Rural Clay County, Kansas on July 11, 1939, a daughter of Mildred F. (McNeil) and Harold I. Stoneback.In 1956, Dorothy married Frank Baker in Clay Center, Kansas.She owned Dorothy's Salon Madrid and Wig Boutique for 20 years and was a Federal Camp Host at Kanopolis Lake for 12 years.Dorothy was also a member of Native Daughters of Kansas, Emmanuel Christian Center, and was a published author.Survivors include two daughters, Angela Williams of Bixby, Oklahoma, Amanda Williams (Dennis), of Russell, Kansas; son Steve Baker (Cindi), of Salina, Kansas; grandchildren Rachel Voeltz, (Dustin) of Lincoln, Kansas, Teresa Nicholson, (Mike) of Salina, Kansas, Christopher Snyder, (Brin) of Bennington, Kansas, Brian Williams,(Chelsee) of Collinsville, Oklahoma, Richard Baker, (Brittany) of Salina, Kansas,Bryen Baker, (Jennifer) of Moyock, North Carolina; great-grandchildren, Elisabeth Bryant (Raymond), Emily Voeltz, Evan Voeltz, Gavin Bange, Christ Nicholson, Connor Bange, Logan Nicholson, Pyper Snyder, Remington Snyder, Oscar Baker; great-great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Gary, Charles, one on the way; and many nieces and nephews.She is also survived by her sister Dianne Lindenmuth (Dennis) of Salina, Kansas.She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Frank Baker; sisters JoAnn Weir and Betty Stoneback.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 26th at Emmanuel Church, 1325 E. Cloud St., with Pastor Loren Houltberg officiating.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of the Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory.To send flowers to the family of Dorothy, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27074239&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Dorothy V. Baker

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Sharon Rose Ratzlaff, 81, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at Moundridge Manor. She was born December 24, 1941 in Okeene, Oklahoma, the daughter of Alfred and Esther (Penner) Boehs. Sharon was a member of Lone Tree Mennonite Church in Galva. Sharon was a devoted homemaker. She was united in marriage to Daryl D. Ratzlaff on December 22, 1963 at Fairview, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on January 18, 2021. She is survived by her son Cristopher Ratzlaff (Jodie) of Galva; daughters Robyn Wedel (Brad) and Sonya Becker (Andy), both of Kirksey, Kentucky; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; brother Max (Iris) Boehs of Montezuma; sister Alfreda Nightingale of Montezuma; and brothers-in-law, Donald Koehn of Montezuma, and Donnie (Elaine) Ratzlaff of Bentonville, Arkansas. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and grandson Nicolas Ratzlaff; two sisters and one brother. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Lone Tree Mennonite Church, Galva. Burial will take place following the service in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Friday, January 20, 2023 at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gospel Tract in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, P.O. Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Sharon Rose Ratzlaff, 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>Sharon Rose Ratzlaff</h2><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Sharon-Ratzlaff/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Sharon-Ratzlaff/#!/TributeWall</a>December 24, 1941 - January 17, 2022Sharon Rose Ratzlaff, 81, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at Moundridge Manor. She was born December 24, 1941 in Okeene, Oklahoma, the daughter of Alfred and Esther (Penner) Boehs. Sharon was a member of Lone Tree Mennonite Church in Galva. Sharon was a devoted homemaker. She was united in marriage to Daryl D. Ratzlaff on December 22, 1963 at Fairview, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on January 18, 2021. She is survived by her son Cristopher Ratzlaff (Jodie) of Galva; daughters Robyn Wedel (Brad) and Sonya Becker (Andy), both of Kirksey, Kentucky; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; brother Max (Iris) Boehs of Montezuma; sister Alfreda Nightingale of Montezuma; and brothers-in-law, Donald Koehn of Montezuma, and Donnie (Elaine) Ratzlaff of Bentonville, Arkansas. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and grandson Nicolas Ratzlaff; two sisters and one brother. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Lone Tree Mennonite Church, Galva. Burial will take place following the service in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Friday, January 20, 2023 at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Gospel Tract in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, P.O. Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Sharon Rose Ratzlaff, 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>.

Sharon Rose Ratzlaff

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Norma Lee Beachy, 67, of Hutchinson, Kansas, died January 16, 2023, at her home. She was born April 17, 1955, in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Alvin S. and Katie (Helmuth) Beachy. She attended Elreka School and was a member of the Amish Church.

Norma was a cook at the Dutch Kitchen for 25 years, and had a lifelong interest in books and family history. Survivors include her sisters Janice (John) Yoder of Hutchinson and Barbara (Harry) Borntrager of Haven; sister-in-law Bertha Beachy of Hutchinson; and 16 nieces and nephews, Darrell, Delmar, and Krista Beachy; Jackie Miller, Jean Nolt, Julie Beiler, Joanne Miller, Jill, John T., and Paige Yoder; and Jason Borntrager, Carrie Gingerich, James, Austin, Katrina, and Susanna Borntrager. Norma was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Loren Beachy; and a niece, Deborah Borntrager.

Family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the Amish Community Building, 5917 W. Mills Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67501. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, January 20, at the Amish Community Building. Burial will follow at the Amish Community Cemetery, Hutchinson. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Gentiva Hospice in care of Ott Funeral Home, P.O. Box 217, Haven, KS 67543.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Norma Lee Beachy, 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>Norma Lee Beachy, Hutchinson</h2><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Norma-Beachy/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Norma-Beachy/#!/TributeWall</a>April 17, 1955 - January 16, 2023Norma Lee Beachy, 67, of Hutchinson, Kansas, died January 16, 2023, at her home. She was born April 17, 1955, in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Alvin S. and Katie (Helmuth) Beachy. She attended Elreka School and was a member of the Amish Church. Norma was a cook at the Dutch Kitchen for 25 years, and had a lifelong interest in books and family history. Survivors include her sisters Janice (John) Yoder of Hutchinson and Barbara (Harry) Borntrager of Haven; sister-in-law Bertha Beachy of Hutchinson; and 16 nieces and nephews, Darrell, Delmar, and Krista Beachy; Jackie Miller, Jean Nolt, Julie Beiler, Joanne Miller, Jill, John T., and Paige Yoder; and Jason Borntrager, Carrie Gingerich, James, Austin, Katrina, and Susanna Borntrager. Norma was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Loren Beachy; and a niece, Deborah Borntrager. Family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the Amish Community Building, 5917 W. Mills Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67501. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, January 20, at the Amish Community Building. Burial will follow at the Amish Community Cemetery, Hutchinson. Memorial contributions may be made to Gentiva Hospice in care of Ott Funeral Home, P.O. Box 217, Haven, KS 67543. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Norma Lee Beachy, 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>.

Norma Lee Beachy

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March 10, 1947 ~ January 12, 2023 (age 75)

Patricia "Pat" Mary Ann Carter, 75, of Salina, KS, was called home to Jesus on January 12, 2023, while surrounded by her children. Pat was born March 10, 1947, in Salina, to Ida Bushyhead (Speer) and Fred Pulk. She was the youngest of Ida’s five children.&nbsp; She&nbsp;is survived by a whole slew of family&nbsp;spread throughout the U.S. – from Florida to Alaska!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sister Victoria Brockelman of CA.&nbsp;Nieces/Nephews Susan Scriven, Salina; Diana (Robby) Mattingly, KY, Sabrina (John) Tuney, AK, Craig (LeAnn) Brockelman, OR, Mike (Jenny) Scriven, WA, and Matt (Casi) Scriven, Salina. Daughters Tina (Robert) Eubanks and Sheila Carter, Salina, and Lisa Carter, WA. Grandchildren Teresa Aguilar, Christina (Jeremy) Keim, Robby Bisterfeldt, all of Salina, Justin (Alexius) Carter, FL, Wynetta Carter, OH, Elijah Carter, GA, and Joshua Carter, WA. Great-grandchildren, 20 of them!

Pat worked hard at whatever she did, a trait she learned from her father.&nbsp; If you knew Pat in the last 40 years then you knew her to be a wonderful, kind, and caring person. She volunteered at the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank for several years and was still helping with commodities distribution. She held the position of "card lady," sending celebratory and special occasion card for her church family at Ray Avenue Baptist Church for many years.

If you knew Pat in her earlier days, then you knew the young mother, the dancer, the partier, the cook/waitress/bouncer and all-around hell-raiser with beautiful blue eyes, cateye glasses, long hair styled in a beehive, and poodle skirts!

Pat loved her family tremendously and you didn’t need to be related to be part of her family. She loved the Lord and honored Him through service to others. She will be missed by many.

Please join us in celebrating her life at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 23, at Ray Avenue Baptist Church, Salina.

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter/sympathy-landing">send&nbsp; flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Patricia "Pat" Mary Ann (Pulk) Carter, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Patricia 'Pat' Carter. Salina</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter</a>March 10, 1947 ~ January 12, 2023 (age 75)Patricia "Pat" Mary Ann Carter, 75, of Salina, KS, was called home to Jesus on January 12, 2023, while surrounded by her children. Pat was born March 10, 1947, in Salina, to Ida Bushyhead (Speer) and Fred Pulk. She was the youngest of Ida’s five children.&nbsp; She&nbsp;is survived by a whole slew of family&nbsp;spread throughout the U.S. – from Florida to Alaska!&nbsp;&nbsp;Sister Victoria Brockelman of CA.&nbsp;Nieces/Nephews Susan Scriven, Salina; Diana (Robby) Mattingly, KY, Sabrina (John) Tuney, AK, Craig (LeAnn) Brockelman, OR, Mike (Jenny) Scriven, WA, and Matt (Casi) Scriven, Salina. Daughters Tina (Robert) Eubanks and Sheila Carter, Salina, and Lisa Carter, WA. Grandchildren Teresa Aguilar, Christina (Jeremy) Keim, Robby Bisterfeldt, all of Salina, Justin (Alexius) Carter, FL, Wynetta Carter, OH, Elijah Carter, GA, and Joshua Carter, WA. Great-grandchildren, 20 of them!Pat worked hard at whatever she did, a trait she learned from her father.&nbsp; If you knew Pat in the last 40 years then you knew her to be a wonderful, kind, and caring person. She volunteered at the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank for several years and was still helping with commodities distribution. She held the position of "card lady," sending celebratory and special occasion card for her church family at Ray Avenue Baptist Church for many years.If you knew Pat in her earlier days, then you knew the young mother, the dancer, the partier, the cook/waitress/bouncer and all-around hell-raiser with beautiful blue eyes, cateye glasses, long hair styled in a beehive, and poodle skirts!Pat loved her family tremendously and you didn’t need to be related to be part of her family. She loved the Lord and honored Him through service to others. She will be missed by many.Please join us in celebrating her life at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 23, at Ray Avenue Baptist Church, Salina.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter/sympathy-landing">send&nbsp; flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Patricia "Pat" Mary Ann (Pulk) Carter, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/PatriciaPat-Carter/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Patricia 'Pat' Carter

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April 7, 1951 ~ January 17, 2023 (age 71)

After two fierce battles against cancer, Thomas Nelson Huggins, of Salina, Kan., went to be with his Heavenly Father on January 17, 2023.&nbsp;

Tom was born April 7, 1951, in Kansas City, Kansas, and by the grace of God, grew up on a farm with adoptive parents Christine and Paul Huggins. 

He attended Buckeye Grade School in rural Kanopolis. He attended Kanopolis High School and graduated from Ellsworth High School. He then attended Barton County Community College in Great Bend, Kan., for two years.&nbsp; 

Tom worked at Grave’s Trucking, was once an owner of Carol Lee Donuts, and worked many years for Beechcraft/Raytheon until his retirement.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tom was Christ-centered and his membership and church family at Trinity Lutheran Church in Salina were extremely important to him. He loved his family with all his heart, was a proud patriot, Kansan, and country to the core.&nbsp; He was the kind of man who never met a stranger and loved to talk to everyone.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tom is preceded in death by birth parents Dorothy and David Sprowl; adoptive parents Christine and Paul Huggins; sisters Violet Sprowl, Clara Clark, Betty Lemons, Edith Sprowl, and Alice Sprowl; and brothers David Sprowl, Robert Huggins, and Lewis Sprowl.

Tom is survived by wife Cheryl Huggins; children Marianne Werner (Rusty), Michael Miller, Dena Ebel (Jeff), Crystal Abbott (Clayton); grandchildren Jed Werner, Grace Rathbun, Ben Ebel, Carson Abbott, Will Ebel, Juliet Abbott, Jacob Ebel, and Lexi Abbott; and his sister Diane McCoy.

The family will be holding a viewing and receiving visitors on Sunday, January 22, from 4:00 p.m.to 6:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 9th and Crawford, Salina, Kan.&nbsp; Service of Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 23, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Buckeye Cemetery south of Kanopolis, Kan., at approximately 2:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, left with the church or care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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<h2>Thomas Nelson Huggins, Salina</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Thomas Nelson Huggins</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Thomas-Huggins">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Thomas-Huggins</a>April 7, 1951 ~ January 17, 2023 (age 71)After two fierce battles against cancer, Thomas Nelson Huggins, of Salina, Kan., went to be with his Heavenly Father on January 17, 2023.&nbsp;Tom was born April 7, 1951, in Kansas City, Kansas, and by the grace of God, grew up on a farm with adoptive parents Christine and Paul Huggins. He attended Buckeye Grade School in rural Kanopolis. He attended Kanopolis High School and graduated from Ellsworth High School. He then attended Barton County Community College in Great Bend, Kan., for two years.&nbsp; Tom worked at Grave’s Trucking, was once an owner of Carol Lee Donuts, and worked many years for Beechcraft/Raytheon until his retirement.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tom was Christ-centered and his membership and church family at Trinity Lutheran Church in Salina were extremely important to him. He loved his family with all his heart, was a proud patriot, Kansan, and country to the core.&nbsp; He was the kind of man who never met a stranger and loved to talk to everyone.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tom is preceded in death by birth parents Dorothy and David Sprowl; adoptive parents Christine and Paul Huggins; sisters Violet Sprowl, Clara Clark, Betty Lemons, Edith Sprowl, and Alice Sprowl; and brothers David Sprowl, Robert Huggins, and Lewis Sprowl.Tom is survived by wife Cheryl Huggins; children Marianne Werner (Rusty), Michael Miller, Dena Ebel (Jeff), Crystal Abbott (Clayton); grandchildren Jed Werner, Grace Rathbun, Ben Ebel, Carson Abbott, Will Ebel, Juliet Abbott, Jacob Ebel, and Lexi Abbott; and his sister Diane McCoy.The family will be holding a viewing and receiving visitors on Sunday, January 22, from 4:00 p.m.to 6:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 9th and Crawford, Salina, Kan.&nbsp; Service of Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 23, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Buckeye Cemetery south of Kanopolis, Kan., at approximately 2:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, left with the church or care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Thomas-Huggins/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Thomas-Huggins/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Thomas Nelson Huggins, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Thomas-Huggins/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Thomas Nelson Huggins

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April 5, 1938 ~ January 14, 2023 (age 84)

Anna Kingsley, 84, of Salina, Kansas, died Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Salina Presbyterian Manor. She was born April 5, 1938 in Glendale, Kansas, to James and Ruth (Kunkle) Hotz.

In 1957 she married Charles Kingsley at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Tescott, Kansas.

She is survived by her children John Kingsley and wife Shannon, Carol Jones, Ann Kingsley, Jayne Kingsley, and Reed Kingsley, all of Salina; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; her brother and sister-in-law John and Ann Hotz of Garden City, Kansas; brother-in-law Jim Forshay of Macedon, NY; and long time family friends, John Rodas and family, Farmington, NY.

She was predeceased by her husband; parents; sister Betty Mae Koehn, Montezuma, Kansas; and brothers Donald Hotz, Columbia, South Carolina, and George Hotz, Miltonvale, Kansas.

Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas, with a brief viewing right before. Burial will be in Franklin Cemetery, Tescott, Kansas.

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<h2>Anna Kingsley, Salina</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Anna Kingsley</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anna-Kingsley">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anna-Kingsley</a>April 5, 1938 ~ January 14, 2023 (age 84)Anna Kingsley, 84, of Salina, Kansas, died Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Salina Presbyterian Manor. She was born April 5, 1938 in Glendale, Kansas, to James and Ruth (Kunkle) Hotz.In 1957 she married Charles Kingsley at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Tescott, Kansas.She is survived by her children John Kingsley and wife Shannon, Carol Jones, Ann Kingsley, Jayne Kingsley, and Reed Kingsley, all of Salina; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; her brother and sister-in-law John and Ann Hotz of Garden City, Kansas; brother-in-law Jim Forshay of Macedon, NY; and long time family friends, John Rodas and family, Farmington, NY.She was predeceased by her husband; parents; sister Betty Mae Koehn, Montezuma, Kansas; and brothers Donald Hotz, Columbia, South Carolina, and George Hotz, Miltonvale, Kansas.Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas, with a brief viewing right before. Burial will be in Franklin Cemetery, Tescott, Kansas.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anna-Kingsley/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anna-Kingsley/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Anna Kingsley, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anna-Kingsley/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Anna Kingsley

Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 
16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center in 
Salina, Kansas.

Janet was born on June 5, 1941, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of 
Georg Emanuel and Irene (Meier) Laubhan.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell and 
graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1959.&nbsp; She met, fell 
in love and was united in marriage to Jon M. Flickinger on August 08, 
1960 in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union, Janet and Jon were blessed with 4
 children, daughters Jamie and Julie and sons Marty and Jered.&nbsp; She was a
 Co-Owner with her husband helping him run two businesses JMF 
Electronics and Xetec, helping with daily operations and bookkeeping.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed sewing and researching genealogy and enjoyed doing research 
for the Germans From Russia Genealogy organization.&nbsp; She was also the 
librarian of Smoky Valley Genealogical Society.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed
 spending time with her family and 9 grandchildren and 10 great 
grandchildren.

Surviving family include her husband Jon of the home, daughters Jamie
 Farmer and husband Larry of Salina, Kansas &amp; Julie Hudson and 
husband Gary of Georgetown, Texas; sons Marty Flickinger and wife Traci 
of Topeka, Kansas and Jered Flickinger of Austin, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother John Laubhan.

A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, 
January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Thursday, January 
19, 2023, at the mortuary.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the 
service.&nbsp; A private burial will take place after the service at the 
Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 
16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center in 
Salina, Kansas.Janet was born on June 5, 1941, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of 
Georg Emanuel and Irene (Meier) Laubhan.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell and 
graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1959.&nbsp; She met, fell 
in love and was united in marriage to Jon M. Flickinger on August 08, 
1960 in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union, Janet and Jon were blessed with 4
 children, daughters Jamie and Julie and sons Marty and Jered.&nbsp; She was a
 Co-Owner with her husband helping him run two businesses JMF 
Electronics and Xetec, helping with daily operations and bookkeeping.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed sewing and researching genealogy and enjoyed doing research 
for the Germans From Russia Genealogy organization.&nbsp; She was also the 
librarian of Smoky Valley Genealogical Society.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed
 spending time with her family and 9 grandchildren and 10 great 
grandchildren.Surviving family include her husband Jon of the home, daughters Jamie
 Farmer and husband Larry of Salina, Kansas &amp; Julie Hudson and 
husband Gary of Georgetown, Texas; sons Marty Flickinger and wife Traci 
of Topeka, Kansas and Jered Flickinger of Austin, Texas.She was preceded in death by her parents and brother John Laubhan.A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, 
January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Thursday, January 
19, 2023, at the mortuary.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the 
service.&nbsp; A private burial will take place after the service at the 
Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Janet Dee Flickinger

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June 21, 1955 ~ January 13, 2023 (age 67)

Elwyn LeRoy Bell went to be with his Lord in Heaven January 13, 2023 in Salina, KS. He was born the sixth child of Donald and Ava (Edinborough) Bell of Beverly, KS on June 21, 1955. He was raised on the farm and loved country life.

Elwyn married Tammy Smith on August 27, 1976 and was married 46 years. They quickly added three children: Conrad, Elisha, and Tess. Several years later they added to their family four more children: Tiffanie, Alex, Deric and Jess. Then came the innumerable grandchildren. He loved being a grandpa and enjoyed telling everyone about his orneriness that he shared with his brother Daryl.

Elwyn enjoyed family, friends, fishing, politics, a good western, and card games. One of his favorite things was sharing a cold Coca Cola and a good story, and he had some good stories! Some of his favorite stories include: the time he shot two deer through the hearts with one bullet, and another time after “killing” and loading a deer in the back of the truck only to have it jump up and run away. He was really fond of showing the grandkids how he could still ride a bicycle backwards and so many more comical stories of the many hours he spent with the grandkids.

Most importantly, at the age of 9, Elwyn believed in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, his Savior. He enjoyed studying the dispensation of Grace and loved to discuss the bible, especially 2 Tim 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.

Elwyn would want you to know that you too can be saved just as you are right now by believing 1 Cor. 15:3-4, For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:

We would like share with you the website of one of the last sermons that he shared with us.

<a href="http://www.butnow.info/grace/my-grace-is-sufficient-for-thee/">My Grace Is Sufficient for Thee</a>

A come-and-go celebration of life service will take place 2-4 p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Beverly Township Hall. Please come enjoy a cold Coca Cola with Elwyn’s family.

Memorials can be made to the Bell family for expenses, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O .Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;

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<h2>Elwyn LeRoy Bell, Lincoln</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Elwyn LeRoy Bell</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Elwyn-Bell">https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Elwyn-Bell</a>June 21, 1955 ~ January 13, 2023 (age 67)LINCOLNElwyn LeRoy Bell went to be with his Lord in Heaven January 13, 2023 in Salina, KS. He was born the sixth child of Donald and Ava (Edinborough) Bell of Beverly, KS on June 21, 1955. He was raised on the farm and loved country life.Elwyn married Tammy Smith on August 27, 1976 and was married 46 years. They quickly added three children: Conrad, Elisha, and Tess. Several years later they added to their family four more children: Tiffanie, Alex, Deric and Jess. Then came the innumerable grandchildren. He loved being a grandpa and enjoyed telling everyone about his orneriness that he shared with his brother Daryl.Elwyn enjoyed family, friends, fishing, politics, a good western, and card games. One of his favorite things was sharing a cold Coca Cola and a good story, and he had some good stories! Some of his favorite stories include: the time he shot two deer through the hearts with one bullet, and another time after “killing” and loading a deer in the back of the truck only to have it jump up and run away. He was really fond of showing the grandkids how he could still ride a bicycle backwards and so many more comical stories of the many hours he spent with the grandkids.Most importantly, at the age of 9, Elwyn believed in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, his Savior. He enjoyed studying the dispensation of Grace and loved to discuss the bible, especially 2 Tim 3:16-17 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.Elwyn would want you to know that you too can be saved just as you are right now by believing 1 Cor. 15:3-4, For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:We would like share with you the website of one of the last sermons that he shared with us.<a href="http://www.butnow.info/grace/my-grace-is-sufficient-for-thee/">My Grace Is Sufficient for Thee</a>A come-and-go celebration of life service will take place 2-4 p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Beverly Township Hall. Please come enjoy a cold Coca Cola with Elwyn’s family.Memorials can be made to the Bell family for expenses, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O .Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Elwyn-Bell/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Elwyn-Bell/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Elwyn LeRoy Bell, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Elwyn-Bell/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Elwyn LeRoy Bell

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Jeffrey John Morgan was born June 24, 1954, in Herington, Kansas. His parents were Lawrence V. and Marjorie M. (Lorson) Morgan. Jeff left this earthly life on January 15, 2023, at Legacy Care Facility in Herington, Kansas attaining the age of 68 years and 205 days. 

On July 4, 1954, Jeff was baptized in the name of the Triune God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit at St. Phillip’s Catholic Church in Hope, Kansas. Jeff completed his instruction and was confirmed in his catholic faith on October 23, 1966. Jeff grew to manhood in the community of Hope. 

He attended USD #481 Hope Schools graduating in 1972 with 23 members of his class. He then went to Hutchinson Community Junior College for two years and graduated in 1974. 

Except for those two years of schooling, his whole life was lived on the family farm established in 1876. Growing crops, raising hogs, and backgrounding beef cattle to keep the family farm going was his passion. 

On August 26, 1977, he was united in marriage to Lorna Marie Schlesener at St. Phillip’s Church in Hope with Fr. Chris Conklin officiating. To this union two sons were born, Jared Mason and Kevin Thomas Morgan. 

Through all his married life Jeff’s health required lots of surgeries, doctoring and medicines and he faced his suffering with courage and tried to work as long as he could. 

He held positions of importance on the Kansas Livestock Association, Central Kansas Free Fair, Ridge Township, and St. Phillip’s Parish Council boards. His multiple sclerosis permanently disabled him in 2005, and in 2007 he become totally bedfast. 

Survivors include his wife Lorna, sons Jared (Tiffany) of St. Charles, Illinois, Kevin (Shaston Challans) of Hope, brothers Patrick (Arlene) of Wichita, Gregory (Barbara) of Ellsworth, four grandchildren, Kendall Belle, Jackson Peter, Kash Samson Morgan, and Jordan Mendez, many nieces and nephews, and a host of family and friends.

 Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Kathleen Lagoski and husband Joe, and his infant brother Ross Martin Morgan. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023 at St. Phillip’s Catholic Church in Hope. Inurnment will follow at St. Phillip’s Catholic Cemetery in Hope. Parish Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. at the church on Saturday before service. 

The family suggests memorials be given to St. Phillip’s Catholic Cemetery, Hospice of Dickinson County or to the End of the Trail Quilt Guild. Memorials may be dropped off at the church or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third ST., Abilene, Kansas 67410. 

Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com.

To&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27040842" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Jeffrey J. Morgan, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27040842" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Jeffrey J. Morgan</h2><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/jeffrey-morgan/5117640/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/jeffrey-morgan/5117640/index.php</a>Jeffrey John Morgan was born June 24, 1954, in Herington, Kansas. His parents were Lawrence V. and Marjorie M. (Lorson) Morgan. Jeff left this earthly life on January 15, 2023, at Legacy Care Facility in Herington, Kansas attaining the age of 68 years and 205 days. On July 4, 1954, Jeff was baptized in the name of the Triune God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit at St. Phillip’s Catholic Church in Hope, Kansas. Jeff completed his instruction and was confirmed in his catholic faith on October 23, 1966. Jeff grew to manhood in the community of Hope. He attended USD #481 Hope Schools graduating in 1972 with 23 members of his class. He then went to Hutchinson Community Junior College for two years and graduated in 1974. Except for those two years of schooling, his whole life was lived on the family farm established in 1876. Growing crops, raising hogs, and backgrounding beef cattle to keep the family farm going was his passion. On August 26, 1977, he was united in marriage to Lorna Marie Schlesener at St. Phillip’s Church in Hope with Fr. Chris Conklin officiating. To this union two sons were born, Jared Mason and Kevin Thomas Morgan. Through all his married life Jeff’s health required lots of surgeries, doctoring and medicines and he faced his suffering with courage and tried to work as long as he could. He held positions of importance on the Kansas Livestock Association, Central Kansas Free Fair, Ridge Township, and St. Phillip’s Parish Council boards. His multiple sclerosis permanently disabled him in 2005, and in 2007 he become totally bedfast. Survivors include his wife Lorna, sons Jared (Tiffany) of St. Charles, Illinois, Kevin (Shaston Challans) of Hope, brothers Patrick (Arlene) of Wichita, Gregory (Barbara) of Ellsworth, four grandchildren, Kendall Belle, Jackson Peter, Kash Samson Morgan, and Jordan Mendez, many nieces and nephews, and a host of family and friends. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Kathleen Lagoski and husband Joe, and his infant brother Ross Martin Morgan. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023 at St. Phillip’s Catholic Church in Hope. Inurnment will follow at St. Phillip’s Catholic Cemetery in Hope. Parish Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. at the church on Saturday before service. The family suggests memorials be given to St. Phillip’s Catholic Cemetery, Hospice of Dickinson County or to the End of the Trail Quilt Guild. Memorials may be dropped off at the church or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third ST., Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com.We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27040842" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Jeffrey J. Morgan, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27040842" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeffrey J. Morgan

Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation&nbsp;Center&nbsp;in Salina, Kansas.

A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in&nbsp;Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 9&nbsp;A.M. to&nbsp;7&nbsp;P.M.&nbsp;on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the mortuary. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service. &nbsp;A private burial will take place after the service at the Russell&nbsp;City Cemetery. &nbsp;

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is&nbsp;in charge of the funeral service arrangements

Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation&nbsp;Center&nbsp;in Salina, Kansas.A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in&nbsp;Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 9&nbsp;A.M. to&nbsp;7&nbsp;P.M.&nbsp;on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the mortuary. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service. &nbsp;A private burial will take place after the service at the Russell&nbsp;City Cemetery. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is&nbsp;in charge of the funeral service arrangements

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September 26, 1934 ~ January 9, 2023 (age 88)

Barbara JoAnne (Jan) Melhus, daughter of Joseph C. Dutton and Florence Ernestine (Davis) Dutton was born September 26, 1934 at rural Concordia, Kansas and passed away on&nbsp;January 9, 2023 at North Central Kansas Medical Center in Concordia, Kansas at the age of 88. 

Cremation was selected.&nbsp; A complete obituary to follow.&nbsp; Memorial services for family and&nbsp;friends will be held at a later date. 

Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus/1071199/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Barbara J. (Jan) (Dutton) Melhus, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Barbara J. (Jan) (Dutton) Melhus</h2><a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus">https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus</a>September 26, 1934 ~ January 9, 2023 (age 88)Barbara JoAnne (Jan) Melhus, daughter of Joseph C. Dutton and Florence Ernestine (Davis) Dutton was born September 26, 1934 at rural Concordia, Kansas and passed away on&nbsp;January 9, 2023 at North Central Kansas Medical Center in Concordia, Kansas at the age of 88. Cremation was selected.&nbsp; A complete obituary to follow.&nbsp; Memorial services for family and&nbsp;friends will be held at a later date. Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus/1071199/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Barbara J. (Jan) (Dutton) Melhus, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Barbara-Melhus/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Barbara J. (Jan) (Dutton) Melhus

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Marion - Gary Gene Obie Davis, 44, passed away January 14, 2023, rural Marion. He was born October 12, 1978 in Wichita to Ronald and Cynthia (Hunt) Davis. 

Survivors include wife Janice Davis of rural Marion; son Allen (Jenny) Stapleford of rural Marion; parents Ron and Cindy Davis of Marion; granddaughters Kayle Stapleford and fiancé (Zach) of Texas, Carley (Kody) Seiler of Junction City; grandsons Malachi and Braydin Sippel. 

Private family services. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Gary was a jack of all trades. He was a talented woodworker. He enjoyed milling and creating amazing pieces in his shop, or out working in the bait shop. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and his family and friends, which always included time by a fire that he would keep going all night long. He enjoyed fishing, hiking and watching wildlife. He enjoyed cruising the backroads with his wife which they called "Boone Cruising." Mornings were spent on the back porch with a cup of coffee and breakfast that most likely involved Bacon. There was never a 4th of July that didn't pass without a Gary kind of Boom! 

There was never a person that he didn't meet that didn't like him. His kindness was contagious and outgoing. He accepted everyone with open arms and was loved by everyone.

To&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045482&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27045482&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Gary, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045482&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Gary Gene Obie Davis</h2><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Gary-Gene-Obie-Davis?obId=27045482#/obituaryInfo">https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Gary-Gene-Obie-Davis?obId=27045482#/obituaryInfo</a>October 12, 1978 - January 14, 2023Marion - Gary Gene Obie Davis, 44, passed away January 14, 2023, rural Marion. He was born October 12, 1978 in Wichita to Ronald and Cynthia (Hunt) Davis. Survivors include wife Janice Davis of rural Marion; son Allen (Jenny) Stapleford of rural Marion; parents Ron and Cindy Davis of Marion; granddaughters Kayle Stapleford and fiancé (Zach) of Texas, Carley (Kody) Seiler of Junction City; grandsons Malachi and Braydin Sippel. Private family services. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.comGary was a jack of all trades. He was a talented woodworker. He enjoyed milling and creating amazing pieces in his shop, or out working in the bait shop. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and his family and friends, which always included time by a fire that he would keep going all night long. He enjoyed fishing, hiking and watching wildlife. He enjoyed cruising the backroads with his wife which they called "Boone Cruising." Mornings were spent on the back porch with a cup of coffee and breakfast that most likely involved Bacon. There was never a 4th of July that didn't pass without a Gary kind of Boom! There was never a person that he didn't meet that didn't like him. His kindness was contagious and outgoing. He accepted everyone with open arms and was loved by everyone. To&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045482&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27045482&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Gary, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045482&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Gary Gene Obie Davis

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Hillsboro - Shirley Ann Kasper, 88, passed away January 14, 2023 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro. &nbsp;She was born October 22, 1934 in Industry, Kansas to Charles and Lillie (Spilker) Bass. &nbsp;

She married Harold Kasper May 20, 1972 in Abilene. &nbsp;

Survivors include daughters Kristy Harder of Rogers, Arkansas, Brenda (Ron) Brown of Abilene, Dawn (Roger) Long of Lenexa, Sandy (Doug) Beisel of Independence, Kansas; 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;

Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. &nbsp;

Memorials to Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in care of Jost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;

Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

To&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045588&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27045588&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Shirley, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045588&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Shirley Kasper</h2><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Shirley-Kasper?obId=27045588#/obituaryInfo">https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Shirley-Kasper?obId=27045588#/obituaryInfo</a>October 22, 1934 - January 14, 2023Hillsboro - Shirley Ann Kasper, 88, passed away January 14, 2023 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro. &nbsp;She was born October 22, 1934 in Industry, Kansas to Charles and Lillie (Spilker) Bass. &nbsp;She married Harold Kasper May 20, 1972 in Abilene. &nbsp;Survivors include daughters Kristy Harder of Rogers, Arkansas, Brenda (Ron) Brown of Abilene, Dawn (Roger) Long of Lenexa, Sandy (Doug) Beisel of Independence, Kansas; 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. &nbsp;Memorials to Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in care of Jost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045588&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27045588&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Shirley, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27045588&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Shirley Kasper

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Richard A. "Rick" Kallsen, 78, passed away on January 12, 2023 in Halstead, KS.

Richard was born on December 21, 1944 in Denver, CO to parents Ernest H.G. and Fredda Pauline (Bostwick) Kallsen. Richard was a farmer and married Carol Lyn Rockhold at Denver on November 27, 1964. Richard is survived by his wife Carol Lyn Kallsen; son Derrick H.G. Kallsen of Moundridge, daughter Reene Lane and her husband Frank of Stover, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Paige Kallsen; one sister and two brothers. Cremation is planned. Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., January 28, 2023 at Tabor Funeral Home, 75 South 13th Ave., Brighton, CO. Burial will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Brighton. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Brighton, CO. Moundridge Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Richard A. "Rick" Kallsen, 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>Richard A. 'Rick' Kallsen</h2><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Richard-Kallsen/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Richard-Kallsen/#!/TributeWall</a>December 21, 1944 - January 12, 2023Richard A. "Rick" Kallsen, 78, passed away on January 12, 2023 in Halstead, KS.Richard was born on December 21, 1944 in Denver, CO to parents Ernest H.G. and Fredda Pauline (Bostwick) Kallsen. Richard was a farmer and married Carol Lyn Rockhold at Denver on November 27, 1964. Richard is survived by his wife Carol Lyn Kallsen; son Derrick H.G. Kallsen of Moundridge, daughter Reene Lane and her husband Frank of Stover, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Paige Kallsen; one sister and two brothers. Cremation is planned. Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., January 28, 2023 at Tabor Funeral Home, 75 South 13th Ave., Brighton, CO. Burial will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Brighton. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Brighton, CO. Moundridge Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Richard A. "Rick" Kallsen, 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>.

Richard A. 'Rick' Kallsen

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Mildred Irene Whitlock, 89, died January 11th at the Cedars care facility in McPherson, Kansas. 

Irene was a force of nature, breaking barriers and making a tangible impact in Republican politics. 

Her husband, Donald Eugene Whitlock, passed forty years earlier. Together they ran Don’s Studio and Camera Shop on Main Street in McPherson for 27 years. 

Irene was born on May 7, 1933, in Augusta, Kansas, and grew up on her grandparents’ farm outside of town. She moved into Augusta at the age of six to start school, living with her aunt and uncle, Garnett and Oscar Nitz, just two doors down from a 10-year-old Don Whitlock. Irene and Don soon would become best friends, even though Don would consistently beat her at marbles. Her uncle, “Unkie,” expressed his concerns about having to keep buying her marbles just so she could lose them to “that boy.” Irene and Don were the classic childhood sweethearts, living through World War II together as kids. After their marriage on June 3, 1951, they opened a camera shop in Augusta, before moving with their two young sons to McPherson, Kansas, in 1956. 

Irene started her political career in 1968, helping Bob Dole in his first run for the United States Senate. She would drive Bob around the state for events, ending back in McPherson where he was welcomed into the family home and given a place to sleep. That same year, she worked for Rick Harmon’s campaign for governor. In 1971, she was director of Kansas’ 4th District Federation of Republican Women. Expanding her reach, in 1972 she was asked to be the state campaign director for President Richard Nixon’s campaigns in New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Kansas, later celebrating his win in the Rose Garden. 

From 1974 to 1977, she was executive director of the Kansas Republican Party, becoming not only the first woman executive director for Kansas, but also the first in any state. She was never aware of breaking these barriers, but instead just did her job as best she could. But she would plow through anyone who got in her way. 

Irene was also director of Bob Storey’s campaign for Kansas Attorney General and Jeffries’ campaign for United States Congressman. Her last campaign was State Director of the Texas Telephone campaign for Reagan-Bush in 1980. 

The loss of her husband at such an early age put an end to her campaigning, but she continued in politics, working as district administrator for Congressman Bob Whittaker from 1983 to 1990. 

Irene was active in the Business and Professional Women’s Club, serving as President of the McPherson BPW in 1959, and district director in 1962. She also was active in the American Red Cross from 1964 to 1985, serving as secretary and a member of the board of directors. Additionally, Irene served on the board for the McPherson Arts Counsel in the 1970s and on the board of the Midgenback Family Life Center. 

Twenty years following her husband’s death, Irene reconnected with Don’s best friend, Stan Cabrales, Las Vegas, whose wife had recently passed. Stan subsequently moved back to McPherson and he and Irene were constant companions for the next twelve years. 

Irene is survived by her two sons, Donald Wayne (Connie) of Topeka and Stephen Allen of McPherson; granddaughters Amber Smith (Adam) and Lindsey Best, of Topeka. She had two great-granddaughters, Olivia and Amelia Smith, and two stepgreat-grandsons, Marcus Smith and Colin Best. Even with all her accomplishments, her family was always the most important thing in her life. She was so proud of what they had all become.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20 at the gravesite at McPherson Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life service at First Baptist Church, 600 E. Marlin, McPherson. A luncheon will be provided at the church immediately following.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Kansas Food Bank or to the McPherson Museum, in care of Wiggins Funeral Homes, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, KS 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mildred Irene Whitlock 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>Mildred Irene Whitlock, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Mildred-Whitlock/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Mildred-Whitlock/#!/TributeWall</a>Mildred Irene Whitlock, 89, died January 11th at the Cedars care facility in McPherson, Kansas. Irene was a force of nature, breaking barriers and making a tangible impact in Republican politics. Her husband, Donald Eugene Whitlock, passed forty years earlier. Together they ran Don’s Studio and Camera Shop on Main Street in McPherson for 27 years. Irene was born on May 7, 1933, in Augusta, Kansas, and grew up on her grandparents’ farm outside of town. She moved into Augusta at the age of six to start school, living with her aunt and uncle, Garnett and Oscar Nitz, just two doors down from a 10-year-old Don Whitlock. Irene and Don soon would become best friends, even though Don would consistently beat her at marbles. Her uncle, “Unkie,” expressed his concerns about having to keep buying her marbles just so she could lose them to “that boy.” Irene and Don were the classic childhood sweethearts, living through World War II together as kids. After their marriage on June 3, 1951, they opened a camera shop in Augusta, before moving with their two young sons to McPherson, Kansas, in 1956. Irene started her political career in 1968, helping Bob Dole in his first run for the United States Senate. She would drive Bob around the state for events, ending back in McPherson where he was welcomed into the family home and given a place to sleep. That same year, she worked for Rick Harmon’s campaign for governor. In 1971, she was director of Kansas’ 4th District Federation of Republican Women. Expanding her reach, in 1972 she was asked to be the state campaign director for President Richard Nixon’s campaigns in New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Kansas, later celebrating his win in the Rose Garden. From 1974 to 1977, she was executive director of the Kansas Republican Party, becoming not only the first woman executive director for Kansas, but also the first in any state. She was never aware of breaking these barriers, but instead just did her job as best she could. But she would plow through anyone who got in her way. Irene was also director of Bob Storey’s campaign for Kansas Attorney General and Jeffries’ campaign for United States Congressman. Her last campaign was State Director of the Texas Telephone campaign for Reagan-Bush in 1980. The loss of her husband at such an early age put an end to her campaigning, but she continued in politics, working as district administrator for Congressman Bob Whittaker from 1983 to 1990. Irene was active in the Business and Professional Women’s Club, serving as President of the McPherson BPW in 1959, and district director in 1962. She also was active in the American Red Cross from 1964 to 1985, serving as secretary and a member of the board of directors. Additionally, Irene served on the board for the McPherson Arts Counsel in the 1970s and on the board of the Midgenback Family Life Center. Twenty years following her husband’s death, Irene reconnected with Don’s best friend, Stan Cabrales, Las Vegas, whose wife had recently passed. Stan subsequently moved back to McPherson and he and Irene were constant companions for the next twelve years. Irene is survived by her two sons, Donald Wayne (Connie) of Topeka and Stephen Allen of McPherson; granddaughters Amber Smith (Adam) and Lindsey Best, of Topeka. She had two great-granddaughters, Olivia and Amelia Smith, and two stepgreat-grandsons, Marcus Smith and Colin Best. Even with all her accomplishments, her family was always the most important thing in her life. She was so proud of what they had all become. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20 at the gravesite at McPherson Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life service at First Baptist Church, 600 E. Marlin, McPherson. A luncheon will be provided at the church immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Kansas Food Bank or to the McPherson Museum, in care of Wiggins Funeral Homes, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mildred Irene Whitlock 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>.

Mildred Irene Whitlock

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Jeffrey Keith Power, 65, of Moundridge, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at NMC Health Medical Center, Newton.

Jeff was born on June 22, 1957, in Goessel, KS, the son of Harold Keith and Darleen Frances (Helms) Power.&nbsp; 

He graduated from Halstead High School in 1975.&nbsp;

He worked for Power Transport, a mobile home transportation service, and also at Central Plastics and CertainTeed.

Survivors include: two sons, Chris (Jennifer) Kyle of Moundridge, KS and Matt Patton of Moundridge, KS; his mother, Darleen Power of Lindsborg, KS; siblings Greg Power of Lindsborg, KS, Julie (Ernie) Diederich of McPherson, KS, Kelly (Teresa) Power of McPherson, KS, and Troy Power (fiancé, Kathryn Richardson) of Moundridge, KS; five grandchildren, Chase, Kennedi, Zoey, Emily, and Jasmine; his beloved dog companion, Molly; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Power; a brother, Brad Power; and a nephew, Jesse Diederich.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 24, at the Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church with Rev. Jeff Waugh officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service. A private graveside service will be held at the Valley View Cemetery, Roxbury, at a later date.

Memorial donations are payable to Stockham Family Funeral Home (to help defray funeral expenses), the Wounded Warrior Project, or Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

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<h2>Jeffrey K. Power, Moundridge</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/jeffrey-power">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/jeffrey-power</a>June 22, 1957 - January 15, 2023Jeffrey Keith Power, 65, of Moundridge, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at NMC Health Medical Center, Newton.Jeff was born on June 22, 1957, in Goessel, KS, the son of Harold Keith and Darleen Frances (Helms) Power.&nbsp; He graduated from Halstead High School in 1975.&nbsp;He worked for Power Transport, a mobile home transportation service, and also at Central Plastics and CertainTeed.Survivors include: two sons, Chris (Jennifer) Kyle of Moundridge, KS and Matt Patton of Moundridge, KS; his mother, Darleen Power of Lindsborg, KS; siblings Greg Power of Lindsborg, KS, Julie (Ernie) Diederich of McPherson, KS, Kelly (Teresa) Power of McPherson, KS, and Troy Power (fiancé, Kathryn Richardson) of Moundridge, KS; five grandchildren, Chase, Kennedi, Zoey, Emily, and Jasmine; his beloved dog companion, Molly; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Power; a brother, Brad Power; and a nephew, Jesse Diederich.The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 24, at the Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church with Rev. Jeff Waugh officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service. A private graveside service will be held at the Valley View Cemetery, Roxbury, at a later date.Memorial donations are payable to Stockham Family Funeral Home (to help defray funeral expenses), the Wounded Warrior Project, or Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family in memory of Jeffrey K. Power, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/71a65f99-7499-44da-b72b-373b311569c6" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Jeffrey K. Power

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Helen Letha (Lemon) Shoemaker was born December 17, 1926 near Max, Nebraska to Bert E. Lemon and Jessie Grace (Gardener), the fifth of seven children. She died on December 18, 2022 at the Downs Nursing and Rehab Center at the age of 96 years. 

She married Vern Leroy Shoemaker on September 4, 1949 in Benkelman, Nebraska. To this union, four children were born Glenn, Keith, Carla, and Dale. They were married for 73 years.

They raised their children in Wheeler, Kansas, and were members of the First Christian Church in St. Francis, Kansas. She also taught Sunday School for many years. She was a homemaker and helped run the Shoemaker Store. In 1983, they transferred to Cawker City, Kansas when the Wheeler Post Office closed, and resided there following Vern’s retirement from the postal service.

Helen loved to bake, cook, sew, and do crafts. She also loved to travel. She and Vern traveled to all 50 states, and several international destinations including the Panama Canal, Ireland, China, Europe, and the Battlefields of WWII. She also enjoyed several cruises with her family.

Survivors include her husband Vern; children Glenn (Mary) of Hutchinson, Keith (Linda) of Oakley, and Carla (Curt) Rapp of Stockbridge, GA; grandchildren Kelly (Brent) Thompson, Jenny Shoemaker, Amber Shoemaker, Kylie (Brett) Ziegler, and Taylor (Hailey) Rapp; and great-grandchildren Brylie and Kerrigan Thompson, and Braxton and Adley Ziegler. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Earl, Roy, and Glen Lemon; sisters Opal Humphreys, Dorothy Humphreys, and Hope Morris; son Dale Shoemaker; and great-grandson Cade Thompson.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/helen-shoemaker">Obituary | Helen Shoemaker of Cawker City, Kansas | Roberts Family Funeral Service (mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com)</a>December 17, 1926 - December 18, 2022Helen Letha (Lemon) Shoemaker was born December 17, 1926 near Max, Nebraska to Bert E. Lemon and Jessie Grace (Gardener), the fifth of seven children. She died on December 18, 2022 at the Downs Nursing and Rehab Center at the age of 96 years. She married Vern Leroy Shoemaker on September 4, 1949 in Benkelman, Nebraska. To this union, four children were born Glenn, Keith, Carla, and Dale. They were married for 73 years.They raised their children in Wheeler, Kansas, and were members of the First Christian Church in St. Francis, Kansas. She also taught Sunday School for many years. She was a homemaker and helped run the Shoemaker Store. In 1983, they transferred to Cawker City, Kansas when the Wheeler Post Office closed, and resided there following Vern’s retirement from the postal service.Helen loved to bake, cook, sew, and do crafts. She also loved to travel. She and Vern traveled to all 50 states, and several international destinations including the Panama Canal, Ireland, China, Europe, and the Battlefields of WWII. She also enjoyed several cruises with her family.Survivors include her husband Vern; children Glenn (Mary) of Hutchinson, Keith (Linda) of Oakley, and Carla (Curt) Rapp of Stockbridge, GA; grandchildren Kelly (Brent) Thompson, Jenny Shoemaker, Amber Shoemaker, Kylie (Brett) Ziegler, and Taylor (Hailey) Rapp; and great-grandchildren Brylie and Kerrigan Thompson, and Braxton and Adley Ziegler. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Earl, Roy, and Glen Lemon; sisters Opal Humphreys, Dorothy Humphreys, and Hope Morris; son Dale Shoemaker; and great-grandson Cade Thompson.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Helen Shoemaker, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/helen-shoemaker/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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