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Phyllis Lorene Gardenhire 82, of Salina, passed away, Friday, February 17, 2023.

She was born March 29, 1940 in Oakley, Kansas to the late Laurence and Leona (Tinsley) Jones.

She had worked for Westinghouse/Phillips Light as a lamp group operator for 40-plus years before retiring.

Phyllis will be remembered as someone who loved to cook, crochet and play gospel music on her organ; she will be missed.

She was preceded in death by her parents Laurence and Leona (Tinsley) Jones; her beloved husband Thomas O. Gardenhire, her sons Thomas Odell Gardenhire, Jr. and Alan Ernest Gardenhire; three sisters, Billie Gardenhire; Valerie Cooley and Margaret Ann Kirtley; two brothers, Gene Jones and Jesse Jones.

Survivors include her daughter Marla (Thomas) Humphrey of Salina, sisters Ernestine Kendrick of Kansas City, KS, Donna Bouknight of Denver, Darlene (Lumas) Kendrick of Denver, Jewell Emanuel of Boulder; Brothers: Larry Jones of Denver, Terry Jones of Savannah, GA; sisters Cindi Houston, Roxanne Johnson and Chris Ukoha all of Denver; brother Tommy Jarmon of Denver; grandson Thomas Alan Max Humphrey of Salina.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina. Inurnment of the cremains will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burials and Cremation Services, Salina. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/phyllis-gardenhire">https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/phyllis-gardenhire</a>March 29, 1940 - February 17, 2023Phyllis Lorene Gardenhire 82, of Salina, passed away, Friday, February 17, 2023.She was born March 29, 1940 in Oakley, Kansas to the late Laurence and Leona (Tinsley) Jones.She had worked for Westinghouse/Phillips Light as a lamp group operator for 40-plus years before retiring.Phyllis will be remembered as someone who loved to cook, crochet and play gospel music on her organ; she will be missed.She was preceded in death by her parents Laurence and Leona (Tinsley) Jones; her beloved husband Thomas O. Gardenhire, her sons Thomas Odell Gardenhire, Jr. and Alan Ernest Gardenhire; three sisters, Billie Gardenhire; Valerie Cooley and Margaret Ann Kirtley; two brothers, Gene Jones and Jesse Jones.Survivors include her daughter Marla (Thomas) Humphrey of Salina, sisters Ernestine Kendrick of Kansas City, KS, Donna Bouknight of Denver, Darlene (Lumas) Kendrick of Denver, Jewell Emanuel of Boulder; Brothers: Larry Jones of Denver, Terry Jones of Savannah, GA; sisters Cindi Houston, Roxanne Johnson and Chris Ukoha all of Denver; brother Tommy Jarmon of Denver; grandson Thomas Alan Max Humphrey of Salina.Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina. Inurnment of the cremains will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burials and Cremation Services, Salina. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Phyllis Lorene Gardenhire, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/phyllis-gardenhire/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Phyllis Gardenhire

Cheryl Ann Turley, 72, was born Cheryl Ann Criswell in Ellsworth, KS on 
December 25th in 1950, and passed away in her Park City, KS home with 
her daughter by her side on February 17th, 2023. 
She was a 1969 graduate of Medicine Lodge High School, and attended Salt
 City Business College from 1969 to 1971. Earning her degree as a 
certified Legal Secretary. She was well-read and even more so, 
well-versed. She strived with speed at any keyboard or typewriter, and 
was very skilled in the art of shorthand. She married Dennis Mayfield in
 Medicine Lodge, KS in 1971. Later divorcing in 1974. During her time in
 Milwaukee, Wisconsin she gave birth to her adored first-born son, Jason
 Matthew in February of 1972. She later married Delmar Turley in Scott 
City in 1976. Divorcing in 2009. Tyson Jay, her much loved middle 
child, was born in December of 1979 in Scott City, and the inseparable 
love for her daughter Shareena Kay, came in November of 1986 also in 
Scott City, KS. 
She lived in many places throughout her life including: Wilson, Salina, 
Medicine Lodge, Scott City, Park City, Odessa, Amarillo, Des Moines, and
 Milwaukee, but she never lost her deep love for the State of Texas. Her
 time at Odessa’s Permian High School, is among her most favorable 
memories, when she was Adonis Tri-Hi-Y, and a Pepette in the school’s 
Pep Club. She often recalled all the wonderful memories and life long 
friendships that were made during her senior year at Medicine Lodge, and
 was especially fond of her Texan childhood and the precious memories 
made on Patton Drive in the Permian Basin. 
Her time as a para and computer teacher at Shallow Water and Healy 
schools, as well as, her near decade of service as the friendliest face 
at Wendy’s were, and will always be, cherished by many. She enjoyed 
traveling with friends and family to California, The Dakotas, Missouri, 
Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Tennessee, Florida and many other places 
along the way. She often spoke of wonderful memories around music and 
dances. Was a natural born story-teller and especially enjoyed having 
long conversations with her closest friends and family. She would talk 
with you through anything, and was always a listening ear. Giving 
counsel to so many throughout her lifetime. Every single person that met
 her, fell in love with her adorable, bubbly, joyous personality. Her 
favorite past time was reading about angels, mysteries, or just about 
any novel. She enjoyed several genres, but mostly loved delving into 
scripture, and spending time with the Lord. Most important to Cheryl, 
was her unconditional love of Jesus Christ. 
She is preceded in death by her father Darrel Leroy Criswell 1920-1997 
and her cherished mother Edith Mae (McCoy) Criswell 1926-2016. She will 
be forever held in beautiful memory by her three beloved children, whom 
she dedicated and gave all of her love and her life to: Jason Turley of 
Colwich, KS; Tyson Turley of Dighton, KS; Adam and Shareena (Turley) 
Schiffelbein of Park City, KS. Her precious grandchildren: Jessica Jo 
(Turley) Carter of Wichita, KS; Ashley Marie (Turley) Thornburg of Great
 Bend, KS; Taylor Nicole (Turley) Berry of Wichita, KS; Terance Jay 
Turley of Bismarck, ND; Logan Cordale Turley of Dighton, KS. One 
great-grandchild Jaxon Matthew Carter (born 2-20-2022). As well as her 
dear sisters whom she loved so very much all throughout her life: Doug 
and Diane (White) Simpson of San Antonio, TX; Tom and Carolyn (Criswell)
 West of Scott City, KS; and Mary (Criswell) Comba of Scott City, KS. 
Many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. 
All are welcome to attend. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 am 
Saturday February 25, 2023, in the Calvary Cemetery of Leoville, Kansas, 
with Pastor Darrin Hammond officiating. Visitation will be held on 
Friday February 24, 2023, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm at Garnand Funeral Home
 in Garden City, Kansas. Memorial contributions are suggested to the 
Cheryl Turley Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home. 
**The family will gather at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 
prior to the service. Please join the family for a meal and time of 
fellowship following the service, also in the basement of the Immaculate
 Conception Catholic Church in Leoville, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Cheryl Ann Turley, 72, was born Cheryl Ann Criswell in Ellsworth, KS on 
December 25th in 1950, and passed away in her Park City, KS home with 
her daughter by her side on February 17th, 2023. 
She was a 1969 graduate of Medicine Lodge High School, and attended Salt
 City Business College from 1969 to 1971. Earning her degree as a 
certified Legal Secretary. She was well-read and even more so, 
well-versed. She strived with speed at any keyboard or typewriter, and 
was very skilled in the art of shorthand. She married Dennis Mayfield in
 Medicine Lodge, KS in 1971. Later divorcing in 1974. During her time in
 Milwaukee, Wisconsin she gave birth to her adored first-born son, Jason
 Matthew in February of 1972. She later married Delmar Turley in Scott 
City in 1976. Divorcing in 2009. Tyson Jay, her much loved middle 
child, was born in December of 1979 in Scott City, and the inseparable 
love for her daughter Shareena Kay, came in November of 1986 also in 
Scott City, KS. 
She lived in many places throughout her life including: Wilson, Salina, 
Medicine Lodge, Scott City, Park City, Odessa, Amarillo, Des Moines, and
 Milwaukee, but she never lost her deep love for the State of Texas. Her
 time at Odessa’s Permian High School, is among her most favorable 
memories, when she was Adonis Tri-Hi-Y, and a Pepette in the school’s 
Pep Club. She often recalled all the wonderful memories and life long 
friendships that were made during her senior year at Medicine Lodge, and
 was especially fond of her Texan childhood and the precious memories 
made on Patton Drive in the Permian Basin. 
Her time as a para and computer teacher at Shallow Water and Healy 
schools, as well as, her near decade of service as the friendliest face 
at Wendy’s were, and will always be, cherished by many. She enjoyed 
traveling with friends and family to California, The Dakotas, Missouri, 
Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Tennessee, Florida and many other places 
along the way. She often spoke of wonderful memories around music and 
dances. Was a natural born story-teller and especially enjoyed having 
long conversations with her closest friends and family. She would talk 
with you through anything, and was always a listening ear. Giving 
counsel to so many throughout her lifetime. Every single person that met
 her, fell in love with her adorable, bubbly, joyous personality. Her 
favorite past time was reading about angels, mysteries, or just about 
any novel. She enjoyed several genres, but mostly loved delving into 
scripture, and spending time with the Lord. Most important to Cheryl, 
was her unconditional love of Jesus Christ. 
She is preceded in death by her father Darrel Leroy Criswell 1920-1997 
and her cherished mother Edith Mae (McCoy) Criswell 1926-2016. She will 
be forever held in beautiful memory by her three beloved children, whom 
she dedicated and gave all of her love and her life to: Jason Turley of 
Colwich, KS; Tyson Turley of Dighton, KS; Adam and Shareena (Turley) 
Schiffelbein of Park City, KS. Her precious grandchildren: Jessica Jo 
(Turley) Carter of Wichita, KS; Ashley Marie (Turley) Thornburg of Great
 Bend, KS; Taylor Nicole (Turley) Berry of Wichita, KS; Terance Jay 
Turley of Bismarck, ND; Logan Cordale Turley of Dighton, KS. One 
great-grandchild Jaxon Matthew Carter (born 2-20-2022). As well as her 
dear sisters whom she loved so very much all throughout her life: Doug 
and Diane (White) Simpson of San Antonio, TX; Tom and Carolyn (Criswell)
 West of Scott City, KS; and Mary (Criswell) Comba of Scott City, KS. 
Many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. 
All are welcome to attend. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 am 
Saturday February 25, 2023, in the Calvary Cemetery of Leoville, Kansas, 
with Pastor Darrin Hammond officiating. Visitation will be held on 
Friday February 24, 2023, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm at Garnand Funeral Home
 in Garden City, Kansas. Memorial contributions are suggested to the 
Cheryl Turley Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home. 
**The family will gather at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 
prior to the service. Please join the family for a meal and time of 
fellowship following the service, also in the basement of the Immaculate
 Conception Catholic Church in Leoville, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cheryl Ann Turley

Paula Jo Wilson was born December 3, 1953, in Abilene, KS, to the 
late Paul Edward &amp; Pauline Bethel (Kohart) Hazelton.  She died on 
Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at her home in Davis, OK, at the age of 69
 years, 2 months, and 2 days.  Paula and Earl Dean Wilson were married 
on December 16, 1984, in Abilene.  He preceded her in death on September
 18, 2009.

Paula grew up in Abilene.  Following her 1971 
graduation from Abilene High School, she attended Fort Hays State 
University, in Hays, KS.  After college, she spent a few years working 
in hotel management, where her main job was coordinating conventions. 
While working in this field, Paula was fortunate to meet several 
well-known celebrities, professional singers, and musicians.  After 
leaving her position in convention coordinating, she spent five years 
working in hotel software logistics.  This position allowed her to 
travel about, assisting with the opening of new hotels.   After she and 
Earl married, Paula became a full-time mom.  She spent her time caring 
for her children and being active in Cub Scouts, PTA and many other 
interests that her children had.

Paula and her family 
moved to Oklahoma in 1995, where she continued her role as a very active
 mother.  Once the children were older, she attended East Central 
University in Ada, OK, where she earned a Bachelors degree in nursing.  
After graduating from ECU, Paula became employed with Mercy Health in 
Ardmore, OK, where until only a few months prior to her death, she 
worked as a registered nurse in the ICU.

Paula was 
known to be extremely creative. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and 
tutoring children with their reading skills.  Paula was also very active
 with the Pathway Methodist Church, where she served as Sunday School 
Superintendent for several years, as well as taught Sunday School 
classes.  Her desire to serve God, allowed her to witness to others, 
bringing many to know Jesus Christ as their personal savior, just as she
 knew him.

Survivors include her daughter, Rebekah Wilson 
of Davis; three sons, Erik Wilson of Davis, Paul Wilson &amp; wife Regan
 of Stratford, OK, and Neil Wilson &amp; wife Allison of Healy, KS; five
 grandchildren, Genesis, Jericho, Neo, Tyndale and Jay Wilson; three 
sisters, Judy Kohardt-Hazelton &amp; Jamie Davidson of Abilene, and 
Ellen Locke of Newton, KS; and one brother, David Hazelton &amp; wife 
Becky of Hutchinson, KS.

In addition to her parents and husband, Paula was preceded in death by one sister, Linda Riffel.

Funeral
 services will be held at 11:00 AM, on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 
the Pathway Methodist Church, in Davis, OK with Pastors Ben Williams and 
Robert Harrison officiating.  Interment will follow at the Green Hill 
Cemetery in Davis.

Serving as pallbearers will be members of the Pathway Men’s Breakfast Group.

Services are entrusted to Hale’s Funeral Home of Davis, OK.

Online condolences may be offered at halesfuneralhomes.com.

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 </figure>Paula Jo Wilson was born December 3, 1953, in Abilene, KS, to the 
late Paul Edward &amp; Pauline Bethel (Kohart) Hazelton. She died on 
Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at her home in Davis, OK, at the age of 69
 years, 2 months, and 2 days. Paula and Earl Dean Wilson were married 
on December 16, 1984, in Abilene. He preceded her in death on September
 18, 2009.Paula grew up in Abilene. Following her 1971 
graduation from Abilene High School, she attended Fort Hays State 
University, in Hays, KS. After college, she spent a few years working 
in hotel management, where her main job was coordinating conventions. 
While working in this field, Paula was fortunate to meet several 
well-known celebrities, professional singers, and musicians. After 
leaving her position in convention coordinating, she spent five years 
working in hotel software logistics. This position allowed her to 
travel about, assisting with the opening of new hotels. After she and 
Earl married, Paula became a full-time mom. She spent her time caring 
for her children and being active in Cub Scouts, PTA and many other 
interests that her children had.Paula and her family 
moved to Oklahoma in 1995, where she continued her role as a very active
 mother. Once the children were older, she attended East Central 
University in Ada, OK, where she earned a Bachelors degree in nursing. 
After graduating from ECU, Paula became employed with Mercy Health in 
Ardmore, OK, where until only a few months prior to her death, she 
worked as a registered nurse in the ICU.Paula was 
known to be extremely creative. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and 
tutoring children with their reading skills. Paula was also very active
 with the Pathway Methodist Church, where she served as Sunday School 
Superintendent for several years, as well as taught Sunday School 
classes. Her desire to serve God, allowed her to witness to others, 
bringing many to know Jesus Christ as their personal savior, just as she
 knew him.Survivors include her daughter, Rebekah Wilson 
of Davis; three sons, Erik Wilson of Davis, Paul Wilson &amp; wife Regan
 of Stratford, OK, and Neil Wilson &amp; wife Allison of Healy, KS; five
 grandchildren, Genesis, Jericho, Neo, Tyndale and Jay Wilson; three 
sisters, Judy Kohardt-Hazelton &amp; Jamie Davidson of Abilene, and 
Ellen Locke of Newton, KS; and one brother, David Hazelton &amp; wife 
Becky of Hutchinson, KS.In addition to her parents and husband, Paula was preceded in death by one sister, Linda Riffel.Funeral
 services will be held at 11:00 AM, on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 
the Pathway Methodist Church, in Davis, OK with Pastors Ben Williams and 
Robert Harrison officiating. Interment will follow at the Green Hill 
Cemetery in Davis.Serving as pallbearers will be members of the Pathway Men’s Breakfast Group.Services are entrusted to Hale’s Funeral Home of Davis, OK.Online condolences may be offered at halesfuneralhomes.com.

Paula Jo Wilson

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Arthur P. Kretz, 91, of Clearwater, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home after a day long visit with his family on February 19, 2023. He is survived by his six children, Kenny (Pam), Glen (Lisa), Kathi (Ricky), Art (Chris), Connie, and Tracy (Charlie); 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He proudly served his country for 28 years. Private family graveside services will be held at Hesston Cemetery, Hesston, Kansas. The family would like to give a special thank you to Janis from Compassion Within Hospice for her knowledge, compassion and dedicated care for our dad. ONCE A MARINE ALWAYS A MARINE

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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Arthur-Kretz/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Arthur-Kretz/#!/TributeWall</a>March 7, 1931 - February 20, 2023Arthur P. Kretz, 91, of Clearwater, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home after a day long visit with his family on February 19, 2023. He is survived by his six children, Kenny (Pam), Glen (Lisa), Kathi (Ricky), Art (Chris), Connie, and Tracy (Charlie); 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He proudly served his country for 28 years. Private family graveside services will be held at Hesston Cemetery, Hesston, Kansas. The family would like to give a special thank you to Janis from Compassion Within Hospice for her knowledge, compassion and dedicated care for our dad. ONCE A MARINE ALWAYS A MARINE To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Arthur P. Kretz, 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>.

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Rick N. Anderson, 75, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2023, surrounded by family at McPherson Hospital.

Rick was born on April 18, 1947, in Story City, Iowa, the son of Everett Vernon and Garnette (Mohler) Anderson.&nbsp;

After college, Rick took his first job as a microbiologist for a meat packing company (Monfort of Colorado) located in Greeley, CO.&nbsp; He worked there for one year but hated it.&nbsp; Later, he went to work for a utility company called Greeley Gas (Greeley, CO) and was later promoted and moved to Herington, Kansas.&nbsp; While in Herington, Rick served as the president of the Chamber of Commerce for two years. One day, the owner of Greeley Gas Company came to visit Rick who was second in command at the Herington location. When asked about his future aspirations with the company, Rick looked over at his boss, pointed at him, and said, “I want his job!”&nbsp; Rick was promptly terminated after working with the company for eleven years!&nbsp;

He then went to work for Kansas Power &amp; Light and they moved him to McPherson where he managed the McPherson office.&nbsp; He was later transferred to Topeka but two months later he accepted a job with the McPherson Board of Public Utilities as General Manager. He served as General Manager of BPU from 1989 until retirement in 2011.

While at the BPU, he worked to address water well contamination and restored three wells by adding a scrubber unit.

The BPU also acquired the property and constructed Power Plant #3, completing construction in 2002.&nbsp; This was a $30 million project.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The highlight of Rick’s life came on June 6, 1998, when he married the love of his life, Elizabeth Williams.&nbsp; He described her as the most beautiful woman in the world, inside and out.&nbsp; Their marriage made for a large family when combining Rick’s two children with Betty’s three children.&nbsp; Rick enjoyed being a stepgrandparent to a number of children.

For many years, Rick enjoyed going with family and friends to his favorite fishing spot in a remote part of Ontario, Canada.&nbsp; Many memories were made on these trips and one year, he instructed Mathew and friends to build an “Inuksuk,” which is a structure of stones,&nbsp;stacked&nbsp;in the form of a human figure, traditionally used by Inuit people as a landmark or a&nbsp;commemorative&nbsp;sign.&nbsp; It was Rick’s wish for the Canadian Inuksuk to be the final resting place of his cremated remains.

Advice to grandkids: &nbsp;“Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude.” (Borrowed from Zig Ziglar)

One time Rick attended a soccer game where grandson, Lee Williams, scored three goals, otherwise known as a hat trick.&nbsp; Lee was really proud of his accomplishment but after the game Rick offered this advice, “You could have done better!” &nbsp;

Survivors include his loving wife Elizabeth “Betty”; a sister, Carole (Lee) Nield of Evergreen, CO and their kids Doug (Lori) Nield, Cathy Nield, and Brad (Karin) Nield; a daughter, Julie (Sean) Barber of Argyle, TX, and kids Taylor, Tatum, &amp; Teaghan; a son, Mathew (Cheryl) Anderson and kids Matie, Brodey, Abby, Emmy, and Camryn; three stepchildren: Danny (Wanda) Williams of McPherson, KS and their family, Elle Williams (Jacob Wagner) and child Kallan, Shanda (Trent) Swanson and kids Rhian, Ridge, Rhett, and Rooks, Kesley (Matt) Carlson and kids Kannon and Hattie, and Devon (Josh) Spurlock and child Tayt; David (Ronda) Williams of McPherson, KS and their family Lee (Kailey) Williams and child Elliott, Logan Williams, and Luke Williams; and Becky (Kelly) Schroeder of Overland Park, KS and their family Braden Schroeder and Trenton Schroeder.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Keith Anderson.

His hobbies included golfing, fishing, and hunting.&nbsp; He was a member of Rotary Club International and Trinity Lutheran Church where he was a former chairman of the church council.&nbsp; He was also a board member of the McPherson Hospital Foundation and Kansas Municipal Utilities Association.&nbsp;

A celebration of Rick’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 24, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. (noon) until service time at the church.

Memorial donations are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/rick-anderson">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/rick-anderson</a> April 18, 1947 - February 18, 2023Rick N. Anderson, 75, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2023, surrounded by family at McPherson Hospital.Rick was born on April 18, 1947, in Story City, Iowa, the son of Everett Vernon and Garnette (Mohler) Anderson.&nbsp;After college, Rick took his first job as a microbiologist for a meat packing company (Monfort of Colorado) located in Greeley, CO.&nbsp; He worked there for one year but hated it.&nbsp; Later, he went to work for a utility company called Greeley Gas (Greeley, CO) and was later promoted and moved to Herington, Kansas.&nbsp; While in Herington, Rick served as the president of the Chamber of Commerce for two years. One day, the owner of Greeley Gas Company came to visit Rick who was second in command at the Herington location. When asked about his future aspirations with the company, Rick looked over at his boss, pointed at him, and said, “I want his job!”&nbsp; Rick was promptly terminated after working with the company for eleven years!&nbsp;He then went to work for Kansas Power &amp; Light and they moved him to McPherson where he managed the McPherson office.&nbsp; He was later transferred to Topeka but two months later he accepted a job with the McPherson Board of Public Utilities as General Manager. He served as General Manager of BPU from 1989 until retirement in 2011.While at the BPU, he worked to address water well contamination and restored three wells by adding a scrubber unit.The BPU also acquired the property and constructed Power Plant #3, completing construction in 2002.&nbsp; This was a $30 million project.&nbsp; &nbsp;The highlight of Rick’s life came on June 6, 1998, when he married the love of his life, Elizabeth Williams.&nbsp; He described her as the most beautiful woman in the world, inside and out.&nbsp; Their marriage made for a large family when combining Rick’s two children with Betty’s three children.&nbsp; Rick enjoyed being a stepgrandparent to a number of children.For many years, Rick enjoyed going with family and friends to his favorite fishing spot in a remote part of Ontario, Canada.&nbsp; Many memories were made on these trips and one year, he instructed Mathew and friends to build an “Inuksuk,” which is a structure of stones,&nbsp;stacked&nbsp;in the form of a human figure, traditionally used by Inuit people as a landmark or a&nbsp;commemorative&nbsp;sign.&nbsp; It was Rick’s wish for the Canadian Inuksuk to be the final resting place of his cremated remains.Advice to grandkids: &nbsp;“Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude.” (Borrowed from Zig Ziglar)One time Rick attended a soccer game where grandson, Lee Williams, scored three goals, otherwise known as a hat trick.&nbsp; Lee was really proud of his accomplishment but after the game Rick offered this advice, “You could have done better!” &nbsp;Survivors include his loving wife Elizabeth “Betty”; a sister, Carole (Lee) Nield of Evergreen, CO and their kids Doug (Lori) Nield, Cathy Nield, and Brad (Karin) Nield; a daughter, Julie (Sean) Barber of Argyle, TX, and kids Taylor, Tatum, &amp; Teaghan; a son, Mathew (Cheryl) Anderson and kids Matie, Brodey, Abby, Emmy, and Camryn; three stepchildren: Danny (Wanda) Williams of McPherson, KS and their family, Elle Williams (Jacob Wagner) and child Kallan, Shanda (Trent) Swanson and kids Rhian, Ridge, Rhett, and Rooks, Kesley (Matt) Carlson and kids Kannon and Hattie, and Devon (Josh) Spurlock and child Tayt; David (Ronda) Williams of McPherson, KS and their family Lee (Kailey) Williams and child Elliott, Logan Williams, and Luke Williams; and Becky (Kelly) Schroeder of Overland Park, KS and their family Braden Schroeder and Trenton Schroeder.Rick was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Keith Anderson.His hobbies included golfing, fishing, and hunting.&nbsp; He was a member of Rotary Club International and Trinity Lutheran Church where he was a former chairman of the church council.&nbsp; He was also a board member of the McPherson Hospital Foundation and Kansas Municipal Utilities Association.&nbsp;A celebration of Rick’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 24, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. (noon) until service time at the church.Memorial donations are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.To send flowers to the family in memory of Rick N. Anderson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/90cb71ab-9257-4633-8a7d-b4a416071f09" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Martha J. Souchek, age 92, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at her home in Concordia, Kansas. Martha was born on September 24, 1930, in Beloit, Kansas to Loren R. &nbsp;and Olive L. (Fedde) Dawdy. 

She graduated from Jewell High School and Brown Mackie College, Salina, Kansas. 

On September 17, 1950, she married Fred L. Souchek in Jewell, Kansas.

During her work career, Martha worked for the Cloud County Co-op Elevator, Cloud County Bank, and West Plains Electric.

Martha enjoyed getting together with friends and was a member of several clubs including Sasnak, U All Come, and Christian Women’s Outreach. She met for breakfast every Wednesday morning with a special group of friends for many years. Martha enjoyed helping others and was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels, Mother to Mother, and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. She had a passion for travel and enjoyed many bus tours and a European vacation with Fred to celebrate their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary. She was a frequent guest on cruises and bus trips. Martha was a longtime, active member of the Fellowship Christian Church in Concordia where she served as a deaconess.

Martha was preceded in death by her parents and husband. 

She is survived by her daughter Janet Pearson and husband Bob, Concordia, Kansas; son Alan, Concordia, Kansas; grandchildren Kristi Demanette and husband David, Nolensville, Tennessee; Amanda Moon and fiance` Jesse Fousek, Cordova, Nebraska, and great-granddaughter Annabella Demanette, Nolensville, Tennessee.

The Celebration of Life Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the Fellowship Christian Church in Concordia, Kansas with Pastor Dwight Whitead officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home with family greeting guests from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia.

The family suggests memorials to the Fellowship Christian Church or the O’Connor Animal Shelter in the care of the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/martha-souchek">https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/martha-souchek</a>September 24, 1930 - February 18, 2023Martha J. Souchek, age 92, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at her home in Concordia, Kansas. Martha was born on September 24, 1930, in Beloit, Kansas to Loren R. &nbsp;and Olive L. (Fedde) Dawdy. She graduated from Jewell High School and Brown Mackie College, Salina, Kansas. On September 17, 1950, she married Fred L. Souchek in Jewell, Kansas.During her work career, Martha worked for the Cloud County Co-op Elevator, Cloud County Bank, and West Plains Electric.Martha enjoyed getting together with friends and was a member of several clubs including Sasnak, U All Come, and Christian Women’s Outreach. She met for breakfast every Wednesday morning with a special group of friends for many years. Martha enjoyed helping others and was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels, Mother to Mother, and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. She had a passion for travel and enjoyed many bus tours and a European vacation with Fred to celebrate their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary. She was a frequent guest on cruises and bus trips. Martha was a longtime, active member of the Fellowship Christian Church in Concordia where she served as a deaconess.Martha was preceded in death by her parents and husband. She is survived by her daughter Janet Pearson and husband Bob, Concordia, Kansas; son Alan, Concordia, Kansas; grandchildren Kristi Demanette and husband David, Nolensville, Tennessee; Amanda Moon and fiance` Jesse Fousek, Cordova, Nebraska, and great-granddaughter Annabella Demanette, Nolensville, Tennessee.The Celebration of Life Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the Fellowship Christian Church in Concordia, Kansas with Pastor Dwight Whitead officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home with family greeting guests from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia.The family suggests memorials to the Fellowship Christian Church or the O’Connor Animal Shelter in the care of the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Martha J. Souchek, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/martha-souchek/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Martha J. Souchek

Dennis "Joe" Pflaum, age 75 of Hays, Kansas, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023, at HaysMed. Joe was born on November 5, 1947, in Falls City, Nebraska to Albert and Leola (Wissman) Pflaum. On October 5, 1969, he married Vicki (Furnas) in the Falls City Methodist Church. Joe was the owner of Brown’s Shoe Fit in Hays for 41 years. In addition to owning the store he drove an Athletic Bus for Fort Hays State, drove a flagger vehicle for Hess Services moving oilfield tanks, as well as helping with car transports for local car dealerships. Joe was an avid outdoorsman particularly hunting and fishing and enjoyed traveling the country. His greatest joy was being able to attend his grandchildren’s sporting events.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife, Vicki Pflaum of Hays; his son, Aaron Matthew Pflaum and significant other, Stacy Budig and his children, twin girls, Brooke and Brittany and his son, Blake all of Hays; his daughter, Lindsay Hart and husband Jamie and their son, Braxton all of Hays; two sisters, Rosie Wanchisen of Denver, Colorado and Joyce Neilsen and husband Jim of Broomfield, Colorado as well as his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents,; a brother, Kenny Pflaum and his wife Lori; and a brother-in-law, Tom Wanchisen. Funeral services will be&nbsp;1:00 PM Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at the First United Methodist Church of Hays with pastor Troy Miller officiating. Private family burial will take place in Falls City. Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks or the Cancer Council of Ellis County. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes,&nbsp;PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Dennis "Joe" Pflaum, age 75 of Hays, Kansas, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023, at HaysMed. Joe was born on November 5, 1947, in Falls City, Nebraska to Albert and Leola (Wissman) Pflaum. On October 5, 1969, he married Vicki (Furnas) in the Falls City Methodist Church. Joe was the owner of Brown’s Shoe Fit in Hays for 41 years. In addition to owning the store he drove an Athletic Bus for Fort Hays State, drove a flagger vehicle for Hess Services moving oilfield tanks, as well as helping with car transports for local car dealerships. Joe was an avid outdoorsman particularly hunting and fishing and enjoyed traveling the country. His greatest joy was being able to attend his grandchildren’s sporting events.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife, Vicki Pflaum of Hays; his son, Aaron Matthew Pflaum and significant other, Stacy Budig and his children, twin girls, Brooke and Brittany and his son, Blake all of Hays; his daughter, Lindsay Hart and husband Jamie and their son, Braxton all of Hays; two sisters, Rosie Wanchisen of Denver, Colorado and Joyce Neilsen and husband Jim of Broomfield, Colorado as well as his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents,; a brother, Kenny Pflaum and his wife Lori; and a brother-in-law, Tom Wanchisen. Funeral services will be&nbsp;1:00 PM Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at the First United Methodist Church of Hays with pastor Troy Miller officiating. Private family burial will take place in Falls City. Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks or the Cancer Council of Ellis County. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes,&nbsp;PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Dennis 'Joe' Pflaum

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Jamie Lee Balluch was born September 27, 1979, in Salina, Kansas, the son of Chris and Ila Balluch. He died unexpectedly in Bruning, Nebraska, at the age of 43.

Jamie was raised on a farm south of Beloit and worked on the Brockway family farm near Barnard for the majority of his childhood. He was a goat farmer, coon hunter, and leader of exploration around the hills of southern Mitchell County. His childhood adventures included wandering along the Salt Creek waiting for his grandpa to finish cutting wood, exploring the shelterbelts around the farm and just being an all-out rough country boy.

He graduated from Beloit High School in 1999 and completed his Diesel Mechanic Certificate from North Central Kansas Technical College in 2000. He loved bringing his friends out to the farm to be a part of the Balluch family. Taking on his first job off the farm, he worked for Foley Cat in Concordia. He returned to continue farming with his grandpa and uncle. He learned to be a man of many trades but loved doing dirt work most of all. He could be found on a dozer, scraper or road grader.

In 2004, he had his first daughter, Jenna Lee, and for the majority of her childhood they were inseparable. He later married Tara and their union brought three more daughters, Chloe Marie came in 2009, Chrissy Jolene in 2011 and Caity Lynn in 2014. There was no doubt that Jamie loved his girls. He showed his pride in his family with a tattoo of all four girls’ names displayed on his arm.

In 2017, Jamie left the farm to start a new adventure in Bruning, Nebraska. He first worked at Metal Tech in the small town and then began working at the Bruning Grain &amp; Feed. No matter what job he was doing, Jamie was always proud of his work and most family visits would include showing them where he worked and what he did.

He will be remembered for his constant smile, ornery chuckle, “See ya in the morning” saying and what a strong, hard worker he was with his trusty pliers on his hip.

He was preceded in death by his father, Chris; grandpas Charles Brockway and Eddie Balluch; and daughter Caity.

He is survived by his daughters Jenna Balluch of Glen Elder, Chloe and Chrissy Balluch of Sylvan Grove; mother Ila Balluch of Beloit; grandma Jolene Brockway of Barnard; grandma Dorothy Balluch of Ellsworth; sister Amber (Matt) Brawner of Haven; brother Michael (Brooke) Balluch of Dickinson, Texas; sister Jenica (Brett) Behymer of Glen Elder; and many nieces and nephews.

The family is honoring Jamie at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 23 at the United Methodist Church in Barnard. They would like to welcome all to a luncheon following the service, which will be provided at the Barnard Community Building. 

A private family graveside service will take place at a later time. 

Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Balluch Family Expense Fund.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/jamie-balluch">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/jamie-balluch</a>September 27, 1979 - February 2, 2023Jamie Lee Balluch was born September 27, 1979, in Salina, Kansas, the son of Chris and Ila Balluch. He died unexpectedly in Bruning, Nebraska, at the age of 43.Jamie was raised on a farm south of Beloit and worked on the Brockway family farm near Barnard for the majority of his childhood. He was a goat farmer, coon hunter, and leader of exploration around the hills of southern Mitchell County. His childhood adventures included wandering along the Salt Creek waiting for his grandpa to finish cutting wood, exploring the shelterbelts around the farm and just being an all-out rough country boy.He graduated from Beloit High School in 1999 and completed his Diesel Mechanic Certificate from North Central Kansas Technical College in 2000. He loved bringing his friends out to the farm to be a part of the Balluch family. Taking on his first job off the farm, he worked for Foley Cat in Concordia. He returned to continue farming with his grandpa and uncle. He learned to be a man of many trades but loved doing dirt work most of all. He could be found on a dozer, scraper or road grader.In 2004, he had his first daughter, Jenna Lee, and for the majority of her childhood they were inseparable. He later married Tara and their union brought three more daughters, Chloe Marie came in 2009, Chrissy Jolene in 2011 and Caity Lynn in 2014. There was no doubt that Jamie loved his girls. He showed his pride in his family with a tattoo of all four girls’ names displayed on his arm.In 2017, Jamie left the farm to start a new adventure in Bruning, Nebraska. He first worked at Metal Tech in the small town and then began working at the Bruning Grain &amp; Feed. No matter what job he was doing, Jamie was always proud of his work and most family visits would include showing them where he worked and what he did.He will be remembered for his constant smile, ornery chuckle, “See ya in the morning” saying and what a strong, hard worker he was with his trusty pliers on his hip.He was preceded in death by his father, Chris; grandpas Charles Brockway and Eddie Balluch; and daughter Caity.He is survived by his daughters Jenna Balluch of Glen Elder, Chloe and Chrissy Balluch of Sylvan Grove; mother Ila Balluch of Beloit; grandma Jolene Brockway of Barnard; grandma Dorothy Balluch of Ellsworth; sister Amber (Matt) Brawner of Haven; brother Michael (Brooke) Balluch of Dickinson, Texas; sister Jenica (Brett) Behymer of Glen Elder; and many nieces and nephews.The family is honoring Jamie at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 23 at the United Methodist Church in Barnard. They would like to welcome all to a luncheon following the service, which will be provided at the Barnard Community Building. A private family graveside service will take place at a later time. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Balluch Family Expense Fund.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Jamie L. Balluch, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/jamie-balluch/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>

Jamie L. Balluch

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&nbsp;January 2nd, 1956 - February 17th, 2023

Mark R. Biggs, 67, of Abilene passed away February 17, 2023. He was born January 2, 1956 in Salina, Kansas the son of Ross and Maxine (White) Biggs. 

He graduated from Abilene High School in 1974 and went on to receive his bachelor's degree at K-State of Salina. 

On November 11, 2011 he was united in marriage to Jane Schenck in Abilene. 

Mark enlisted in the United States Air Force serving for nearly 13 years. He worked as an appraiser/realtor for Biggs Realty in Abilene. He was a member of the Abilene Faith Lutheran Church and enjoyed fishing and cooking. 

Mark is survived by his loving wife Jane of the home, his mother Maxine Biggs of Abilene, two sons, Mark Ross Biggs of Abilene and Austin Rodger Biggs and wife Shannon of Salina, two grandchildren, Caelyn Biggs and Caedyn Biggs, two brothers, Gregg Biggs and wife Sue of Enterprise and Bob Biggs of Abilene, and one sister Jodi Brinkman and husband John of Olpe, Kansas. 

He is preceded in death by his father Ross Biggs. 

The family has chosen cremation. Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, February 23, 2023 at the Abilene Faith Lutheran Church. Inurnment will follow at the Abilene City Cemetery with Military Honors. Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. 

The family suggests memorials be given to Abilene Faith Lutheran Church, Tunnels to Towers or to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. 

Online condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/mark-biggs/5141910/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/mark-biggs/5141910/index.php</a>&nbsp;January 2nd, 1956 - February 17th, 2023Mark R. Biggs, 67, of Abilene passed away February 17, 2023. He was born January 2, 1956 in Salina, Kansas the son of Ross and Maxine (White) Biggs. He graduated from Abilene High School in 1974 and went on to receive his bachelor's degree at K-State of Salina. On November 11, 2011 he was united in marriage to Jane Schenck in Abilene. Mark enlisted in the United States Air Force serving for nearly 13 years. He worked as an appraiser/realtor for Biggs Realty in Abilene. He was a member of the Abilene Faith Lutheran Church and enjoyed fishing and cooking. Mark is survived by his loving wife Jane of the home, his mother Maxine Biggs of Abilene, two sons, Mark Ross Biggs of Abilene and Austin Rodger Biggs and wife Shannon of Salina, two grandchildren, Caelyn Biggs and Caedyn Biggs, two brothers, Gregg Biggs and wife Sue of Enterprise and Bob Biggs of Abilene, and one sister Jodi Brinkman and husband John of Olpe, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his father Ross Biggs. The family has chosen cremation. Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, February 23, 2023 at the Abilene Faith Lutheran Church. Inurnment will follow at the Abilene City Cemetery with Military Honors. Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to Abilene Faith Lutheran Church, Tunnels to Towers or to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net.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=27308513" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Mark R. Biggs, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://danner-funeral-home-abilene.tributestore.com/?oId=27308513" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Keith E. Christensen, formerly of Concordia

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Keith Elmore Christensen, (75), formerly of Concordia, KS passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the North Central Kansas Medical Center, Concordia, Ks. He was born on May 10, 1947 in Concordia, Kansas to Rufus E. and Mildred L. (Huber) Christensen.

Keith graduated from Concordia High School in 1965 and went on to play football for the University of Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round of the 1969 NFL draft.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then went to the Edmonton Eskimos and played the 1970 and 1971 seasons.

He married Jane M. McConahey on August 3, 1968 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She preceded him in death on February 6, 2021.&nbsp;

Keith worked for the family business, Christensen Oil, until he sold his share of the business in September 1996. At that point he started a new business, Commercial Tire Centers, Inc. in Salina, KS. He retired March 31st&nbsp;2021.&nbsp;

He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia Jaycees, Cloud County Community College Board of Trustees, Dunlop Dealer Counsel, and was a co-founder and member of Mid-America Tire Dealers Association since 1991.&nbsp;

Keith enjoyed traveling and trips to the mountains. In his younger years he loved to go skiing with friends. Keith was a hard worker, and was often found at the shop or at home working on projects. He also loved spending time with his wife and children, and particularly enjoyed sporting events and outdoor adventures. He was skilled in carpentry, and shared his skill and knowledge with his sons. Later in life, he took an active role in the lives of his grandchildren and even chauffeured grandchildren to sporting events across multiple states. Keith also enjoyed watching KU basketball, or any KU sporting event.

Keith is survived by his seven children and 19 grandchildren: daughter Erin (Chris) Behrens of Lincoln, KS and their children Christopher, Grace, Cody, Tyler and Lily;&nbsp;son Travis (Michelle) Christensen of Milton, &nbsp;FL and their children Krystin, Taylor, Shawn, Elizabeth and Brooke; son Kevin Christensen of Salina, KS and children Alexander and Isabelle; Daughter, Julie Christensen of Salina, KS; son John (Kendra) Christensen of Concordia, KS and their children Tessa, Olivia, Rylan and Nolan; son Austin (Kalie) Christensen of Salina, KS and their children Aurora, Sophie and Kasen; and daughter, Katie Christensen of Salina, KS; brothers Damon (Laura) Christensen, Concordia, KS and Dr. Bruce Champlin of Surprise, AZ; sister-in-law Mary (Kevin) Foley of Coronado, CA.

He was preceded in death by his wife Jane; his parents Rufus and Mildred Christensen; Robert Champlin, Ronald and Susan Champlin, Loren Christensen, Ivona (Champlin) Kemp.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 24, 2023 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia with Fr. David Metz officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at St. Concordia Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Viewing is Thursday February 23, 2023 from 1-4 p.m. at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas. Visitation will follow with family receiving guests at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Hall from 6-8 p.m.. There will be continued gathering, fellowship and time of sharing from friends and family.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be given to USD 333 Scholarship in care of Community Foundation for Cloud County to be awarded with the Keith Christensen Outstanding Senior Lineman Award, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/keith-christensen">https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/keith-christensen</a>May 10, 1947 - February 17, 2023Keith Elmore Christensen, (75), formerly of Concordia, KS passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the North Central Kansas Medical Center, Concordia, Ks. He was born on May 10, 1947 in Concordia, Kansas to Rufus E. and Mildred L. (Huber) Christensen.Keith graduated from Concordia High School in 1965 and went on to play football for the University of Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round of the 1969 NFL draft.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then went to the Edmonton Eskimos and played the 1970 and 1971 seasons.He married Jane M. McConahey on August 3, 1968 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She preceded him in death on February 6, 2021.&nbsp;Keith worked for the family business, Christensen Oil, until he sold his share of the business in September 1996. At that point he started a new business, Commercial Tire Centers, Inc. in Salina, KS. He retired March 31st&nbsp;2021.&nbsp;He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia Jaycees, Cloud County Community College Board of Trustees, Dunlop Dealer Counsel, and was a co-founder and member of Mid-America Tire Dealers Association since 1991.&nbsp;Keith enjoyed traveling and trips to the mountains. In his younger years he loved to go skiing with friends. Keith was a hard worker, and was often found at the shop or at home working on projects. He also loved spending time with his wife and children, and particularly enjoyed sporting events and outdoor adventures. He was skilled in carpentry, and shared his skill and knowledge with his sons. Later in life, he took an active role in the lives of his grandchildren and even chauffeured grandchildren to sporting events across multiple states. Keith also enjoyed watching KU basketball, or any KU sporting event.Keith is survived by his seven children and 19 grandchildren: daughter Erin (Chris) Behrens of Lincoln, KS and their children Christopher, Grace, Cody, Tyler and Lily;&nbsp;son Travis (Michelle) Christensen of Milton, &nbsp;FL and their children Krystin, Taylor, Shawn, Elizabeth and Brooke; son Kevin Christensen of Salina, KS and children Alexander and Isabelle; Daughter, Julie Christensen of Salina, KS; son John (Kendra) Christensen of Concordia, KS and their children Tessa, Olivia, Rylan and Nolan; son Austin (Kalie) Christensen of Salina, KS and their children Aurora, Sophie and Kasen; and daughter, Katie Christensen of Salina, KS; brothers Damon (Laura) Christensen, Concordia, KS and Dr. Bruce Champlin of Surprise, AZ; sister-in-law Mary (Kevin) Foley of Coronado, CA.He was preceded in death by his wife Jane; his parents Rufus and Mildred Christensen; Robert Champlin, Ronald and Susan Champlin, Loren Christensen, Ivona (Champlin) Kemp.&nbsp;Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 24, 2023 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia with Fr. David Metz officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at St. Concordia Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Viewing is Thursday February 23, 2023 from 1-4 p.m. at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas. Visitation will follow with family receiving guests at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Hall from 6-8 p.m.. There will be continued gathering, fellowship and time of sharing from friends and family.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be given to USD 333 Scholarship in care of Community Foundation for Cloud County to be awarded with the Keith Christensen Outstanding Senior Lineman Award, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Keith E. Christensen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/keith-christensen/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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Pete Jorgensen died&nbsp;February 17, 2023.

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LINCOLN Paula Hulda (Wacker) Huehl, 96, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023 in Lincoln. The daughter of Ferdinand and Helena (Michael) Wacker born on, you know how it goes, the turd day of the turd month and ….(March 3, 1926 ) and baptized on March 14, 1926 by her grandfather Rev H.D. Wacker. She was confirmed April 2, 1939 by Rev. P.H.C. Stengel.

She grew up on the farm by Westfall near St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and graduated from Lincoln High School. 

She was married to Marvin Henry Huehl on August 29, 1948 by Rev. E. Besbel. Attendants were John and Renata Davis. Two sons were born to this union, Marlin Ray Huehl on October 8, 1952 and Harold Jay Huehl on September 17, 1954. 

She loved farming with Marvin and then working at the courthouse and becoming Clerk of the District Court in Lincoln County where she worked until her retirement in 2001. 

She enjoyed quilting, gardening, canning, butchering chickens, taking rides through the countryside, playing games with her grandchildren, circling words, and visiting with everyone. 

We thank God for Paula and the blessing she has been in our lives throughout her long life.

Paula was preceded in death by her parents; son Harold Jay Huehl; husband Marvin Huehl; sisters Dorthea (Ben Dohe) Burmeister, Renata (John) Davis, and Erna (Paul) Feldkamp; brother Walter (Lorraine) Wacker; brother in-law Duane (Joan) Huehl; and sisters in-law Madonna (Ben) Wilson and Helen (Bradley) Jensen. 

She is survived by her son Marlin Huehl, Sr.; grandsons Marlin Huehl, Jr., John (Jennifer) Huehl, and Jason Green; great-grandsons J.C. Huehl and Jonah Huehl; great-granddaughters Jaden Paula Huehl and Hailey Green; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Sunday, February 19, 2023 at Hall Chapel, Lincoln, KS. Family will be present 5-7 p.m.

Memorial Service: 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2023 at Hall Chapel with burial following at Lincoln Cemetery. Luncheon will be provided at Vesper Community Center following the burial.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Lincoln or Gentiva Hospice, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;

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<h2>Paula Hulda (Wacker) Huehl</h2><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paula-Huehl">https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paula-Huehl</a>LINCOLN Paula Hulda (Wacker) Huehl, 96, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023 in Lincoln. The daughter of Ferdinand and Helena (Michael) Wacker born on, you know how it goes, the turd day of the turd month and ….(March 3, 1926 ) and baptized on March 14, 1926 by her grandfather Rev H.D. Wacker. She was confirmed April 2, 1939 by Rev. P.H.C. Stengel. She grew up on the farm by Westfall near St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and graduated from Lincoln High School. She was married to Marvin Henry Huehl on August 29, 1948 by Rev. E. Besbel. Attendants were John and Renata Davis. Two sons were born to this union, Marlin Ray Huehl on October 8, 1952 and Harold Jay Huehl on September 17, 1954. She loved farming with Marvin and then working at the courthouse and becoming Clerk of the District Court in Lincoln County where she worked until her retirement in 2001. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, canning, butchering chickens, taking rides through the countryside, playing games with her grandchildren, circling words, and visiting with everyone. We thank God for Paula and the blessing she has been in our lives throughout her long life.Paula was preceded in death by her parents; son Harold Jay Huehl; husband Marvin Huehl; sisters Dorthea (Ben Dohe) Burmeister, Renata (John) Davis, and Erna (Paul) Feldkamp; brother Walter (Lorraine) Wacker; brother in-law Duane (Joan) Huehl; and sisters in-law Madonna (Ben) Wilson and Helen (Bradley) Jensen. She is survived by her son Marlin Huehl, Sr.; grandsons Marlin Huehl, Jr., John (Jennifer) Huehl, and Jason Green; great-grandsons J.C. Huehl and Jonah Huehl; great-granddaughters Jaden Paula Huehl and Hailey Green; and many nieces, nephews and friends.Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Sunday, February 19, 2023 at Hall Chapel, Lincoln, KS. Family will be present 5-7 p.m.Memorial Service: 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2023 at Hall Chapel with burial following at Lincoln Cemetery. Luncheon will be provided at Vesper Community Center following the burial.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Lincoln or Gentiva Hospice, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paula-Huehl/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paula-Huehl/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Paula Hulda (Wacker) Huehl, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paula-Huehl/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Marlene Ann (Chopp) (Taylor) Barton was born on January 13, 1938 in Belleville, Kansas to Glenn and Libbie (Fiala) Chopp of rural Narka, Kansas.&nbsp; She was their most treasured daughter.&nbsp; She departed this life peacefully on February 14 at Bryan West Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 85 years.

Before attending Bethlehem school, Marlene had to first learn to speak English, as Czech was the predominant language in their home.&nbsp; Her Grandpa Chopp paid the teacher to tutor Marlene that summer.&nbsp; She graduated from Narka High School in&nbsp;May 1956.&nbsp; 

After having met Darrel Taylor, a dashing young man from Narka’s rival school, Mahaska, the two fell in love and were united in marriage on September 2, 1956.&nbsp; Darrel and Marlene were blessed beyond measure with three beautiful daughters:&nbsp; Pamela,&nbsp;Kathleen, Diane.

Once Diane was born, Marlene was hired as bookkeeper for the Hess Oil Company in Mahaska.&nbsp; In 1970, she began her employment at USD 221.&nbsp; She continued as clerk of the Board of Education for the district until it was consolidated with Washington in 2006, having served the district for 36 years. During that time, Marlene touched many lives. She counseled, she cheered, she guided, she hugged and loved many students, parents, administrators,&nbsp;teachers and staff members. Since that time, she has continued to show her love and support to all who’ve been lucky enough to cross paths with her.&nbsp; She truly was a Mom and Bubie to so many.

To help sustain Mahaska and surrounding communities, Marlene and Darrel purchased the local grocery store and transformed it into The Flying Cob Cafe. By this time, Pam and Kathy were able to run the cafe during the summer months. Marlene began making her now infamous long johns during their café-owning tenure.&nbsp; People would come from near and far for one of her long johns.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marlene lost her handsome cardinal, Darrel, in 1987 to cancer.&nbsp; She was heart-broken.&nbsp; When she least expected it, who should come riding in to sweep her off her feet but Black Bart&nbsp;(aka Richard Barton), that ornery cowboy from Nebraska. It’s no surprise that Marlene was lucky in love… twice.

Marlene was an active member of the Mahaska Presbyterian Church, where she was the organist for over 50 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the local ladies pinochle group, playing monthly until it was disbanded. The legacy of the long johns continued as Mahaska Propane became the gathering place for ladies (and gents too) on Thursday morning “Chit Chat!”&nbsp; What a camaraderie for friends, family, and farming (and anyone else).&nbsp; 

She was an active member of the Narka Bible Study, a 4-H sewing project leader, and she led the Mahaska Merrymakers to&nbsp;square dance regional titles!&nbsp; While remaining faithful to two husbands, she also loved “her Bill” (Self) and watching the KU Jayhawks basketball games. She enjoyed watching all sports, but cheering for the Chiefs and the Royals were right there at the top!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marlene grew up farming with her dad, so gardening became a natural pastime for her.&nbsp; She enjoyed her vegetables and her flowers too spending much of her time outside.&nbsp; During the winter months, she spent her time watching Hallmark movies or forgotten westerns while stitching up some beautiful handcrafted items.&nbsp; If you received one of these, you know how much care and love were sewn into each.

Marlene was preceded in death by her parents Glenn and Libbie, her husband Darrel and her husband Richard.&nbsp; 

She will be forever lovingly remembered by her daughters&nbsp; Pamela (Kirk) Gallion, Mahaska, Kansas, Kathleen Taylor (Tony Nemec), Overland Park, Kansas, and Diane (Lyle) Thompson of Washington, Kansas; grandchildren&nbsp; Lindsay (CJ) Mettlen, Wilson, Kansas, Tahra (Jared) Zenger, Shelby (Colter) Brzon, Tosha (Travis) Smith, all of Haddam, Kansas, Taylor Thompson (Skylar Constable), Minneapolis, Kansas, and Cole Thompson, Overland Park, Kansas; great-grandchildren&nbsp; Banks Mettlen, Jocelyn and Forrest Zenger, Brevin and Jaelynn Huckett, Kohen and Kathryn Jo Smith, Oliver and Evelyn Constable, and Briar Brzon.&nbsp; She will be missed by a plethora of family and friends.

Live today because tomorrow is not promised.

Funeral services will be Monday, February 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Presbyterian Church in Mahaska; burial will follow at the Mahaska City Cemetery.

Visitation will be Sunday, February 19, from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home.

Memorials are requested to the Mahaska Presbyterian Church or the Mahaska Community Center, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home is assisting Marlene’s family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/marlene-barton">https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/marlene-barton</a>January 13, 1938 - February 14, 2023Marlene Ann (Chopp) (Taylor) Barton was born on January 13, 1938 in Belleville, Kansas to Glenn and Libbie (Fiala) Chopp of rural Narka, Kansas.&nbsp; She was their most treasured daughter.&nbsp; She departed this life peacefully on February 14 at Bryan West Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 85 years.Before attending Bethlehem school, Marlene had to first learn to speak English, as Czech was the predominant language in their home.&nbsp; Her Grandpa Chopp paid the teacher to tutor Marlene that summer.&nbsp; She graduated from Narka High School in&nbsp;May 1956.&nbsp; After having met Darrel Taylor, a dashing young man from Narka’s rival school, Mahaska, the two fell in love and were united in marriage on September 2, 1956.&nbsp; Darrel and Marlene were blessed beyond measure with three beautiful daughters:&nbsp; Pamela,&nbsp;Kathleen, Diane.Once Diane was born, Marlene was hired as bookkeeper for the Hess Oil Company in Mahaska.&nbsp; In 1970, she began her employment at USD 221.&nbsp; She continued as clerk of the Board of Education for the district until it was consolidated with Washington in 2006, having served the district for 36 years. During that time, Marlene touched many lives. She counseled, she cheered, she guided, she hugged and loved many students, parents, administrators,&nbsp;teachers and staff members. Since that time, she has continued to show her love and support to all who’ve been lucky enough to cross paths with her.&nbsp; She truly was a Mom and Bubie to so many.To help sustain Mahaska and surrounding communities, Marlene and Darrel purchased the local grocery store and transformed it into The Flying Cob Cafe. By this time, Pam and Kathy were able to run the cafe during the summer months. Marlene began making her now infamous long johns during their café-owning tenure.&nbsp; People would come from near and far for one of her long johns.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marlene lost her handsome cardinal, Darrel, in 1987 to cancer.&nbsp; She was heart-broken.&nbsp; When she least expected it, who should come riding in to sweep her off her feet but Black Bart&nbsp;(aka Richard Barton), that ornery cowboy from Nebraska. It’s no surprise that Marlene was lucky in love… twice.Marlene was an active member of the Mahaska Presbyterian Church, where she was the organist for over 50 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the local ladies pinochle group, playing monthly until it was disbanded. The legacy of the long johns continued as Mahaska Propane became the gathering place for ladies (and gents too) on Thursday morning “Chit Chat!”&nbsp; What a camaraderie for friends, family, and farming (and anyone else).&nbsp; She was an active member of the Narka Bible Study, a 4-H sewing project leader, and she led the Mahaska Merrymakers to&nbsp;square dance regional titles!&nbsp; While remaining faithful to two husbands, she also loved “her Bill” (Self) and watching the KU Jayhawks basketball games. She enjoyed watching all sports, but cheering for the Chiefs and the Royals were right there at the top!&nbsp;&nbsp;Marlene grew up farming with her dad, so gardening became a natural pastime for her.&nbsp; She enjoyed her vegetables and her flowers too spending much of her time outside.&nbsp; During the winter months, she spent her time watching Hallmark movies or forgotten westerns while stitching up some beautiful handcrafted items.&nbsp; If you received one of these, you know how much care and love were sewn into each.Marlene was preceded in death by her parents Glenn and Libbie, her husband Darrel and her husband Richard.&nbsp; She will be forever lovingly remembered by her daughters&nbsp; Pamela (Kirk) Gallion, Mahaska, Kansas, Kathleen Taylor (Tony Nemec), Overland Park, Kansas, and Diane (Lyle) Thompson of Washington, Kansas; grandchildren&nbsp; Lindsay (CJ) Mettlen, Wilson, Kansas, Tahra (Jared) Zenger, Shelby (Colter) Brzon, Tosha (Travis) Smith, all of Haddam, Kansas, Taylor Thompson (Skylar Constable), Minneapolis, Kansas, and Cole Thompson, Overland Park, Kansas; great-grandchildren&nbsp; Banks Mettlen, Jocelyn and Forrest Zenger, Brevin and Jaelynn Huckett, Kohen and Kathryn Jo Smith, Oliver and Evelyn Constable, and Briar Brzon.&nbsp; She will be missed by a plethora of family and friends.Live today because tomorrow is not promised.Funeral services will be Monday, February 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Presbyterian Church in Mahaska; burial will follow at the Mahaska City Cemetery.Visitation will be Sunday, February 19, from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home.Memorials are requested to the Mahaska Presbyterian Church or the Mahaska Community Center, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home is assisting Marlene’s family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/abae98d8-cb5d-4c3f-a551-778dbb7817a6" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Marlene A. Barton, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/abae98d8-cb5d-4c3f-a551-778dbb7817a6" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Alicia Deann Ekholm, 43, passed away on February 16, 2023 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS. Alicia was born on October 27, 1979 in Hutchinson, KS to parents David and Diana Ekholm. Alicia was a member of the Church of The Holy Cross, Hutchinson, Kansas Alicia loved her busy beads, hand mirrors, loved being with people, especially her friends and family. Alicia is survived by her mother Diane Ekholm of Windom, KS; her siblings Erin Ekholm, of Loveland, Colorado, Kristin Musser and her husband Jared of Plano, Texas and Derek Ekholm and his wife Katie of Windom, KS; and her nephews Jase and Rhett Ekholm. Alicia was preceded in death by her father David Ekholm and her grandparents. A private family graveside service will be held at Andover Lutheran Cemetery, Windom, KS with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Alicia Deann Ekholm, 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>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Alicia-Ekholm/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Alicia-Ekholm/#!/TributeWall</a>October 27, 1979 - February 16, 2023Alicia Deann Ekholm, 43, passed away on February 16, 2023 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS. Alicia was born on October 27, 1979 in Hutchinson, KS to parents David and Diana Ekholm. Alicia was a member of the Church of The Holy Cross, Hutchinson, Kansas Alicia loved her busy beads, hand mirrors, loved being with people, especially her friends and family. Alicia is survived by her mother Diane Ekholm of Windom, KS; her siblings Erin Ekholm, of Loveland, Colorado, Kristin Musser and her husband Jared of Plano, Texas and Derek Ekholm and his wife Katie of Windom, KS; and her nephews Jase and Rhett Ekholm. Alicia was preceded in death by her father David Ekholm and her grandparents. A private family graveside service will be held at Andover Lutheran Cemetery, Windom, KS with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Alicia Deann Ekholm, 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>.

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May 21, 1934 ~ February 11, 2023 (age 88)

SALINA, KS –&nbsp;Joyce Marrs&nbsp;passed away peacefully Saturday, February 11, 2023 with her husband Leon Marrs at her side.&nbsp; She was 88 years old.&nbsp; Joyce was born May 21, 1934, to Neal and Eunice (Fuller) Lyne.&nbsp; 

She graduated from Miltonvale Rural High School.&nbsp; 

Joyce and Leon were married February 23, 1958, at the Methodist Church in Lamar, KS. &nbsp;

At the beginning of her career, Joyce held clerical and office management positions.&nbsp; She was the administrator of Crestview Nursing Home in Bennington and held a number of health care positions focusing on seniors. &nbsp;

Joyce was a member of the Salina First United Methodist Church, American Business Women’s Association, and Epsilon Sigma Alpha International service sorority.&nbsp; In addition to leadership positions in her local chapters, Joyce served as the Kansas State President of ESA in 1979 – 1980.&nbsp; She was a tireless volunteer in her church and community. &nbsp;

Family and social connections were important to Joyce.&nbsp; In the last year she was able to attend her high school reunion and celebrate the 70th anniversary of her graduation, attend her oldest grandson’s wedding, welcome her first great-grandchild, and attend her only granddaughter’s wedding.&nbsp; She passed away just twelve days before she and Leon would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. &nbsp;

Survivors include her husband Leon of the home; daughter Valeria Edwards and her husband Scott Boster, son Meredith, and wife Cheri Marrs; also surviving grandchildren Neal and Andrea Edwards, Chad and Megan Edwards and great-grandson Peyton, Clayton Marrs, and Mallory and Mark Connors, along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. &nbsp;

A memorial service is being planned for May 2023. 

The family suggests memorials to the Salina First United Methodist Church or the United Church of Bennington.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joyce-Marrs">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joyce-Marrs</a>May 21, 1934 ~ February 11, 2023 (age 88)SALINA, KS –&nbsp;Joyce Marrs&nbsp;passed away peacefully Saturday, February 11, 2023 with her husband Leon Marrs at her side.&nbsp; She was 88 years old.&nbsp; Joyce was born May 21, 1934, to Neal and Eunice (Fuller) Lyne.&nbsp; She graduated from Miltonvale Rural High School.&nbsp; Joyce and Leon were married February 23, 1958, at the Methodist Church in Lamar, KS. &nbsp;At the beginning of her career, Joyce held clerical and office management positions.&nbsp; She was the administrator of Crestview Nursing Home in Bennington and held a number of health care positions focusing on seniors. &nbsp;Joyce was a member of the Salina First United Methodist Church, American Business Women’s Association, and Epsilon Sigma Alpha International service sorority.&nbsp; In addition to leadership positions in her local chapters, Joyce served as the Kansas State President of ESA in 1979 – 1980.&nbsp; She was a tireless volunteer in her church and community. &nbsp;Family and social connections were important to Joyce.&nbsp; In the last year she was able to attend her high school reunion and celebrate the 70th anniversary of her graduation, attend her oldest grandson’s wedding, welcome her first great-grandchild, and attend her only granddaughter’s wedding.&nbsp; She passed away just twelve days before she and Leon would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. &nbsp;Survivors include her husband Leon of the home; daughter Valeria Edwards and her husband Scott Boster, son Meredith, and wife Cheri Marrs; also surviving grandchildren Neal and Andrea Edwards, Chad and Megan Edwards and great-grandson Peyton, Clayton Marrs, and Mallory and Mark Connors, along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. &nbsp;A memorial service is being planned for May 2023. The family suggests memorials to the Salina First United Methodist Church or the United Church of Bennington.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joyce-Marrs/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joyce-Marrs/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Joyce (Lyne) Marrs, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joyce-Marrs/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Joseph L. Cummings, Jr., 89, Ada, died Thursday, February 16, 2023, at his home.

It was his wishes to be cremated and no services be held.

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<h2>Joseph L. Cummings, Jr., Ada</h2><a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/joseph-l-cummings-jr">https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/joseph-l-cummings-jr</a>January 17, 1934 - February 16, 2023Joseph L. Cummings, Jr., 89, Ada, died Thursday, February 16, 2023, at his home.It was his wishes to be cremated and no services be held.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Joseph L. Cummings, Jr., please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/joseph-l-cummings-jr/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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Michael F. Renk, 75, sadly left us on February 15, 
2023. Mike is survived by his wife, Beatrice (Hernandez) Renk; son 
Michael Renk and his wife, Ann Marie Allison of Arvada, Colorado; son 
Matthew and his wife, Heather Renk of Atchison, Kansas; and 
grandchildren Kyler, Kaleb (Mackenzie Bogart), Jordyn, Damien, Nina 
Marie, Maria, and two great-grandchildren, Carter and Hadleigh. He is 
also survived by his brother Francis (Tony) Renk and his wife, Cookie, 
of Panama City, Florida, and his twin brother, Pat Renk, of the Chicago 
area.&nbsp;

Mr. Renk was born on March 18, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to Francis
 and Catherine Renk. He served in the United States Army during the 
Vietnam War. Mike married his wife of 54 years on December 6, 1969, in 
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Salina. After three years of service
 in the military, he received his master's in Business in 1997 from 
Kansas Wesleyan University. &nbsp;

He worked as an accountant for Kansas Technical Institute and Kansas 
State University before becoming the Vice-President of Finance for North
 Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, ND.

After retirement, Mike and Bea moved back to their home in Salina, 
KS. He was an active member of the VFW in Salina, where he volunteered 
as a Quartermaster for five years. Mike was an avid golfer, playing in 
Salina with his golf buddies Ken Bernard and Jake Greenup and courses 
across the country as he traveled for work.

Interment will be at All Saints Cemetery this summer. There will be 
no memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial 
donations to St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church or The Salina Veterans of 
Foreign Wars.

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 </figure>Michael F. Renk, 75, sadly left us on February 15, 
2023. Mike is survived by his wife, Beatrice (Hernandez) Renk; son 
Michael Renk and his wife, Ann Marie Allison of Arvada, Colorado; son 
Matthew and his wife, Heather Renk of Atchison, Kansas; and 
grandchildren Kyler, Kaleb (Mackenzie Bogart), Jordyn, Damien, Nina 
Marie, Maria, and two great-grandchildren, Carter and Hadleigh. He is 
also survived by his brother Francis (Tony) Renk and his wife, Cookie, 
of Panama City, Florida, and his twin brother, Pat Renk, of the Chicago 
area.&nbsp;Mr. Renk was born on March 18, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to Francis
 and Catherine Renk. He served in the United States Army during the 
Vietnam War. Mike married his wife of 54 years on December 6, 1969, in 
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Salina. After three years of service
 in the military, he received his master's in Business in 1997 from 
Kansas Wesleyan University. &nbsp;He worked as an accountant for Kansas Technical Institute and Kansas 
State University before becoming the Vice-President of Finance for North
 Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, ND.After retirement, Mike and Bea moved back to their home in Salina, 
KS. He was an active member of the VFW in Salina, where he volunteered 
as a Quartermaster for five years. Mike was an avid golfer, playing in 
Salina with his golf buddies Ken Bernard and Jake Greenup and courses 
across the country as he traveled for work.Interment will be at All Saints Cemetery this summer. There will be 
no memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial 
donations to St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church or The Salina Veterans of 
Foreign Wars.

Michael F. Renk

Sandra Sue Meadows, 72, of Gypsum passed away 
Saturday, February 11, 2023. Sandra was born January 9, 1951, in Sharon 
Springs, Kansas, to Walter and Thelma (Miller) Kowalke.

She was a care giver for Bethel Bower for over a decade while being a
 devoted mother and wife/host to several Meadows adventures. She was a 
veteran of the Vietnam War. She always had time for her family and was 
very active in the Smoky Hill Audubon Society and a donator of too many 
charities to list.&nbsp; She will be greatly missed.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her 
two kids, T.J. Meadows and Kathy Lee, of Gypsum; eleven grandchildren; 
three brothers, Ralf Kowalke, Herman Kowalke, and Ervin Kowalke; two 
sisters, Joyce and Pacilla Butford.

A Memorial Service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, February 24, 2023, at 
Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth St., Salina. A Celebration of Life will 
follow at the home, 419 E. Second St., Gypsum.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Smoky Hill Audubon Society or DAV and sent in care of the mortuary.

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 </figure>Sandra Sue Meadows, 72, of Gypsum passed away 
Saturday, February 11, 2023. Sandra was born January 9, 1951, in Sharon 
Springs, Kansas, to Walter and Thelma (Miller) Kowalke.She was a care giver for Bethel Bower for over a decade while being a
 devoted mother and wife/host to several Meadows adventures. She was a 
veteran of the Vietnam War. She always had time for her family and was 
very active in the Smoky Hill Audubon Society and a donator of too many 
charities to list.&nbsp; She will be greatly missed.Sandra was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her 
two kids, T.J. Meadows and Kathy Lee, of Gypsum; eleven grandchildren; 
three brothers, Ralf Kowalke, Herman Kowalke, and Ervin Kowalke; two 
sisters, Joyce and Pacilla Butford.A Memorial Service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, February 24, 2023, at 
Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth St., Salina. A Celebration of Life will 
follow at the home, 419 E. Second St., Gypsum.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Smoky Hill Audubon Society or DAV and sent in care of the mortuary.

Sandra Sue Meadows

Linda Sue Anderson passed away on February 13, 2023.
 She spent her life in Salina, Kansas, &amp; Oxnard, California, born on 
July 31, 1949, to Delbert &amp; Wanetta Anderson. &nbsp;

She started her career as a surgical nurse, unfortunately she broke 
her back and had to restart her life by walking again and re-educated 
herself. She attended Ventura College and University of La Verne earning
 her a Bachelor of Science as a Mathematic Engineer.&nbsp; She found her 
passion as a Logistic engineer for a U.S. Military contractor.&nbsp;&nbsp; Before 
retirement she was working alongside the U.S. Army in Germany.&nbsp; She 
dedicated herself to taking care of others doing home health care, and 
her last dedication was taking care of her eldest daughter, Sheri.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Outside of work, Linda was a single mother to 2 daughters as she 
dedicated her life to them.&nbsp; She loved to cook &amp; helping others 
including her neighbors &amp; her family members.

She is survived by her children &amp; their husbands, Sheri &amp; 
Mannoj and Jerri Lynn &amp; Joseph; grandchildren Blake &amp; Amber and 
Desiree &amp; Tony and great grandchild Jayce. Siblings, Bonnie Lou, 
Gary &amp; Christie &amp; nieces &amp; nephews. Linda was preceded in 
death by each of her parents &amp; her brother Darrell.

It is clear how many lives she has touched throughout her life from 
family, friends and neighbors. Linda was incredibly kind-hearted (a 
little hardheaded), given &amp; loving. She will be deeply missed. A 
special thank you to Chris &amp; Stephanie Anderson.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Celebration of life will be held on March 11, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary 
at 10:30 a.m. followed by a reception and burial service at Lincoln 
Cemetery.

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 </figure>Linda Sue Anderson passed away on February 13, 2023.
 She spent her life in Salina, Kansas, &amp; Oxnard, California, born on 
July 31, 1949, to Delbert &amp; Wanetta Anderson. &nbsp;She started her career as a surgical nurse, unfortunately she broke 
her back and had to restart her life by walking again and re-educated 
herself. She attended Ventura College and University of La Verne earning
 her a Bachelor of Science as a Mathematic Engineer.&nbsp; She found her 
passion as a Logistic engineer for a U.S. Military contractor.&nbsp;&nbsp; Before 
retirement she was working alongside the U.S. Army in Germany.&nbsp; She 
dedicated herself to taking care of others doing home health care, and 
her last dedication was taking care of her eldest daughter, Sheri.&nbsp; &nbsp;Outside of work, Linda was a single mother to 2 daughters as she 
dedicated her life to them.&nbsp; She loved to cook &amp; helping others 
including her neighbors &amp; her family members.She is survived by her children &amp; their husbands, Sheri &amp; 
Mannoj and Jerri Lynn &amp; Joseph; grandchildren Blake &amp; Amber and 
Desiree &amp; Tony and great grandchild Jayce. Siblings, Bonnie Lou, 
Gary &amp; Christie &amp; nieces &amp; nephews. Linda was preceded in 
death by each of her parents &amp; her brother Darrell.It is clear how many lives she has touched throughout her life from 
family, friends and neighbors. Linda was incredibly kind-hearted (a 
little hardheaded), given &amp; loving. She will be deeply missed. A 
special thank you to Chris &amp; Stephanie Anderson.&nbsp; &nbsp;Celebration of life will be held on March 11, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary 
at 10:30 a.m. followed by a reception and burial service at Lincoln 
Cemetery.

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