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

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

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

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

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

She was an excellent cook and enjoyed sewing. 

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

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

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

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

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

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<h2>Charmaine Oesterreich</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/charmaine-oesterreich">https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/charmaine-oesterreich</a>June 6, 1928 - January 25, 2023WoodbineCharmaine’s life began on June 6, 1928, at the family home northeast of Woodbine. She is the daughter of Hubert Lillis and Esther Olga (Krause) Farres. Her family relocated to the Latimer area when she was young.&nbsp; Charmaine attended country school through eight grade. Her family then moved to Woodbine where she attended and graduated from Woodbine High School in 1946. Charmaine worked for a brief time as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone in Abilene after graduating until she married Eldon Oesterreich on April 16, 1947 at the Woodbine United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was a devoted wife and homemaker to Eldon and her family.&nbsp; Charmaine served on the Woodbine School Board and continued on the board when the district became USD 481 for over 22 years.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook and enjoyed sewing. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband of 75 years Eldon Oesterreich of Woodbine, daughters Martha (Mike Rothchild) Dittman of Woodbine and Mary (Greg) Horn of Salina; grandchildren Brandy (Kayvon Jaberian) Modin, Crystal (Josh) Jones, Steve (Michelle Samborski) Horn, and Dave (Hailey Blaylock) Horn; great-grandchildren Quinn Richert, Ava Modin, Camila Price, Harper Jones, and Hudson Jones; sister Joan Roehrman, sister-in-law Delores Farres and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Charmaine passed away on Wednesday January 25, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Abilene.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Dyas Farres, Adair Farres, Lillis (Slim) Farres, M. Scott Farres, Olga Watt, Opal Holscher, Rose Watt and Oneda Jahnke.&nbsp; Her family will gather with friends on Monday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Woodbine United Methodist Church where her service will be held at 2 p.m. led by Pastor Marilyn&nbsp; Cox and Pastor Kris Brinlee.&nbsp; Charmaine will be laid to rest in Woodbine Cemetery. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be directed to Woodbine United Methodist Church or the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Charmaine at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/c51b8a24-9a5c-415f-a935-e5585b7479d0" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Charmaine Oesterreich, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/c51b8a24-9a5c-415f-a935-e5585b7479d0" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Charmaine Oesterreich

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Robert Lee Rief, Jr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

John R. Hansen

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

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Nina M. Reps, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/nina-reps/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/nina-reps">https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/nina-reps</a>April 9, 1938 - January 24, 2023Nina M. Reps, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at NCK Medical Center, Concordia, Kansas.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Nina M. Reps, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/nina-reps/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Nina M. Reps

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September 26th, 1934 - January 23rd, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

Ann McLaughlin

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Imogene 'Imy' Caughron

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

John Ole Christensen

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lester Eugene Thornton

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&nbsp;January 16th, 2006 - January 16th, 2023

Shiann Monroe Lober, 17, of Abilene passed away January 16, 2023. She was born January 16, 2006 in Leavenworth, Kansas the daughter of Benny Bush and Natalie Dawn Lober. 

Shiann attended the middle school in Abilene. 

Shiann is survived by her mother Natalie Dawn Lober,grandmother Cindy Monroe, four brothers: Dominic Bush; Jacob Bush; Benny Bush and Andreus Bush, two sisters: Ariel Bush and Molena Bush, great-grandmother, Doris Shivers. Her father, Benny Bush and grandparents, Brenda Bush, Ronnie and Peggie Nichols and Terrence Lober. 

She was preceded in death by her great-grandfather Ronnie Shivers. 

A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 27, 2023 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given the Shiann Monroe Lober memorial fund. 

Memorials may be sent to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410. 

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

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<h2>Shiann Monroe Lober</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674785121242.png" alt="Shiann Monroe Lober" />
 <figcaption>Shiann Monroe Lober</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/shiann-lober/5122618/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/shiann-lober/5122618/index.php</a>&nbsp;January 16th, 2006 - January 16th, 2023Shiann Monroe Lober, 17, of Abilene passed away January 16, 2023. She was born January 16, 2006 in Leavenworth, Kansas the daughter of Benny Bush and Natalie Dawn Lober. Shiann attended the middle school in Abilene. Shiann is survived by her mother Natalie Dawn Lober,grandmother Cindy Monroe, four brothers: Dominic Bush; Jacob Bush; Benny Bush and Andreus Bush, two sisters: Ariel Bush and Molena Bush, great-grandmother, Doris Shivers. Her father, Benny Bush and grandparents, Brenda Bush, Ronnie and Peggie Nichols and Terrence Lober. She was preceded in death by her great-grandfather Ronnie Shivers. The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 27, 2023 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given the Shiann Monroe Lober memorial fund. Memorials may be sent 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=27063344" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Shiann Monroe Lober, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27063344" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shiann Monroe Lober

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Patricia “Patty” Schlesener, 71, of Carlton passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Village Manor in Abilene. Patty was born February 28, 1951 in Salina, Kansas to Kenneth &amp; Madeline (Aylward) Martin.

She attended Solomon schools graduating with the class of 1969 and furthered her education by getting a bachelor’s degree in business at Marymount College. 

Patty then worked for Dickinson County RWD #2 as business manager for 45 years retiring in May 2020. She enjoyed cooking, being active in 4-H activities, especially the foods judging at the CKFF fair and serving the Carlton community as city clerk. Her main joy was her spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Patty is survived by her loving husband Gene of the home, daughter Lori Foth and her husband Travis of Abilene, son Justin Meyer and his wife Michelle of Abilene, stepdaughter Kim Richardson of Hope, stepsons Brad Schlesener of Junction City, Justin Schlesener of Herington, brother Paul Martin of Solomon, grandchildren Robin, Heidi, Tristan, Paden, Shaelyn, and several step grandchildren and two stepgreat-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her stepson Doug Schlesener and her parents. The family will received family and friends from 1:00-3:00 on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 10:30 Monday, January 30, 2023 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with her final resting place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery near Solomon.

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

<h2>Patricia Schlesener, Carlton</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674784914822.jpeg" alt="Patricia Schlesener" />
 <figcaption>Patricia Schlesener</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/patricia-schlesener/5126842/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/patricia-schlesener/5126842/index.php</a>February 28th, 1951 - January 24th, 2023Patricia “Patty” Schlesener, 71, of Carlton passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Village Manor in Abilene. Patty was born February 28, 1951 in Salina, Kansas to Kenneth &amp; Madeline (Aylward) Martin. She attended Solomon schools graduating with the class of 1969 and furthered her education by getting a bachelor’s degree in business at Marymount College. Patty then worked for Dickinson County RWD #2 as business manager for 45 years retiring in May 2020. She enjoyed cooking, being active in 4-H activities, especially the foods judging at the CKFF fair and serving the Carlton community as city clerk. Her main joy was her spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Patty is survived by her loving husband Gene of the home, daughter Lori Foth and her husband Travis of Abilene, son Justin Meyer and his wife Michelle of Abilene, stepdaughter Kim Richardson of Hope, stepsons Brad Schlesener of Junction City, Justin Schlesener of Herington, brother Paul Martin of Solomon, grandchildren Robin, Heidi, Tristan, Paden, Shaelyn, and several step grandchildren and two stepgreat-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her stepson Doug Schlesener and her parents. The family will received family and friends from 1:00-3:00 on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 10:30 Monday, January 30, 2023 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with her final resting place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery near Solomon. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Patricia Schlesener

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Earline Dirickson, Salina, KS passed away January 24, 2023. Earline was born May 23, 1936 on a farm North of Niles, Kansas, the oldest child to Earl and Velma “Allison” Gordine. Earline graduated from Solomon High School with the class of 1954. On June 10, 1954 she married Rex M. Bishop, Miltonvale, KS. To this union two children were born, Ronald R. Bishop and Kim S. Bishop. Their marriage later ended in divorce. On July 6, 1977 Earline married Richard “Dick” Brown, Abilene, KS. Earline worked 40 years in several accounting offices: United Telephone Co., Abilene, KS, Didde-Glaser, Inc., Emporia, KS, Big A Equipment, Salina, KS, and retiring in 1993 from Payless Shoe Source, Advertising Dept., Topeka, KS. Upon Earline’s retirement they purchased a home and moved to Red Bud Lake, Abilene, KS. In the winter of 1993 they purchased an RV and started wintering in Pharr, TX. They both enjoyed the warm winter so much that in 2001 they sold their Kansas property and purchased a brick home in a 55 or older gated community in Pharr, TX. In the summer they came to Kansas in their RV to visit family. Home was very important to Earline and she enjoyed keeping it clean for her and her husband. She also enjoyed and playing bridge with her friends at Southgate in Pharr. Upon Richard’s death Earline remained in Pharr where she met and married John Dirickson. During the summer months they did extensive travel in their RV visiting family and friends. John and Earline also enjoyed country dancing each week. In August of 2018 they came to live in Salina, KS, as they were needing more assistance with daily tasks. They lived at Eaglecrest Retirement Community where they called home. Earline was a life member of the VFW Auxiliary, Salina, KS. Earline was preceded in death by her husband Richard, husband John, son Ronald Bishop, her parents, and brothers Jesse and Alfred. Earline is survived by her daughter Kim Bishop Vering, stepdaughters Linda (Steve) Flynn, Melissa (Eric) Calub, Brenda (Gary) Klingbeil, and stepson Keenan (Venise) Brown, granddaughter Kiley Bishop, great-grandson Ezra Meyer, and 11 step-grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, and brother Mike (Jolene) Gordine. Funeral services for Earline will be 10:30, Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home.

Family suggests memorial be made to Solomon High Scholarship Fund, Solomon, KS or to Eaglecrest Assisted Living Employees, Salina, KS. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS, 67410. 

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

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<h2>Earline Dirickson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/earline-dirickson/5126101/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/earline-dirickson/5126101/index.php</a>May 23rd, 1936 - January 24th, 2023Earline Dirickson, Salina, KS passed away January 24, 2023. Earline was born May 23, 1936 on a farm North of Niles, Kansas, the oldest child to Earl and Velma “Allison” Gordine. Earline graduated from Solomon High School with the class of 1954. On June 10, 1954 she married Rex M. Bishop, Miltonvale, KS. To this union two children were born, Ronald R. Bishop and Kim S. Bishop. Their marriage later ended in divorce. On July 6, 1977 Earline married Richard “Dick” Brown, Abilene, KS. Earline worked 40 years in several accounting offices: United Telephone Co., Abilene, KS, Didde-Glaser, Inc., Emporia, KS, Big A Equipment, Salina, KS, and retiring in 1993 from Payless Shoe Source, Advertising Dept., Topeka, KS. Upon Earline’s retirement they purchased a home and moved to Red Bud Lake, Abilene, KS. In the winter of 1993 they purchased an RV and started wintering in Pharr, TX. They both enjoyed the warm winter so much that in 2001 they sold their Kansas property and purchased a brick home in a 55 or older gated community in Pharr, TX. In the summer they came to Kansas in their RV to visit family. Home was very important to Earline and she enjoyed keeping it clean for her and her husband. She also enjoyed and playing bridge with her friends at Southgate in Pharr. Upon Richard’s death Earline remained in Pharr where she met and married John Dirickson. During the summer months they did extensive travel in their RV visiting family and friends. John and Earline also enjoyed country dancing each week. In August of 2018 they came to live in Salina, KS, as they were needing more assistance with daily tasks. They lived at Eaglecrest Retirement Community where they called home. Earline was a life member of the VFW Auxiliary, Salina, KS. Earline was preceded in death by her husband Richard, husband John, son Ronald Bishop, her parents, and brothers Jesse and Alfred. Earline is survived by her daughter Kim Bishop Vering, stepdaughters Linda (Steve) Flynn, Melissa (Eric) Calub, Brenda (Gary) Klingbeil, and stepson Keenan (Venise) Brown, granddaughter Kiley Bishop, great-grandson Ezra Meyer, and 11 step-grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, and brother Mike (Jolene) Gordine. Funeral services for Earline will be 10:30, Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Family suggests memorial be made to Solomon High Scholarship Fund, Solomon, KS or to Eaglecrest Assisted Living Employees, Salina, KS. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS, 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27115585" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Earline Dirickson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27115585" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Earline Dirickson

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April 5, 1930 ~ January 23, 2023 (age 92)

SALINA -&nbsp;Darrell Ross Lemon, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday,&nbsp; January 23, 2023, at Dignity Care Home, surrounded by his wife, Mary, and family members.

Darrell was born in Salina, KS on April 5, 1930 to Ella Mae and Guy Robert Lemon.&nbsp; 

He graduated from Salina High in 1948 and was very active in sports, receiving a letter in basketball.&nbsp; He was nostalgic about his early adult experiences in Salina and frequently shared about working at the brick plant, railroad and for the Morrison family.

Darrell served his country in the United States Air Force from 1953-1973, retiring as a major and serving tours in Korea and Vietnam.&nbsp;&nbsp; Duties included being a jet pilot, foreign student instructor, and navigator.&nbsp; He was a Forward Air Controller in Vietnam, guiding the Air Force jets to their targets.&nbsp; This was a very dangerous job, but, in spite of that, he talked about the beauty of the Vietnam countryside and often took photographs from his plane.&nbsp; Military honors include The Silver Star, Bronze Star, Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal.

Darrell loved to fly!&nbsp; He particularly was proud of the opportunity to work part-time as a pilot consultant to his friend, attorney Ken Wasserman.

Darrell was a kind, gentle, compassionate and distinguished man of faith, who loved his family dearly.&nbsp; He met his wife, Mary, when they both worked in the city-county building.&nbsp; They married in 1981 and have been married for 41 years.&nbsp; Darrell greatly enjoyed golf and was proud that his father taught him how to play.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was able to transfer his love of golf to his grandchildren.&nbsp; He was a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; Darrell worked for the Saline County Appraiser’s office, serving as appraiser and County Appraiser.&nbsp; He particularly enjoyed meeting the public and assisting them with their property questions.

Darrell was preceded in death by his parents Guy Robert Lemon and Ella Mae Hesher Lemon, sister Mary Lou Lemon Weddle, daughter Cheryl Lemon Childs (Mark), and stepson Fortino Luis Bonilla (Jamie).

Darrell is survived by his wife Mary Virginia Cobb Lemon, sister&nbsp; Linda Lemon Simpson (Gerald), children Diane Lemon Catchot (Harold) (David Parker),&nbsp; Jennifer Bonilla Wallace (Chris), Adam Cobb Bonilla (Marie), and Dana Bonilla Talley (Rocko), grandchildren&nbsp; Charlie Parker McDevitt (Brian),&nbsp; Darrell Parker (Rachel), Hannah Parker (Jake), Andie Childs, Freddie Childs, Tony Childs, Maria Bonilla, Anjoelina Bonilla, Bradley Pretzer, Jasmine Merrell, Selena Merrell, Dakota Hogan, Dawson Hogan, Chance Hogan, Darius Terry (Tiana), Taylor Flynn, Rachel Terry and great-grandson Jesse McDevitt.

A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, January 27, 2023, 10:00 a.m., at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 302 S. Seventh, Salina, KS.&nbsp; The service will be live-streamed at&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/s5Wrn0E1kdI">https://youtu.be/s5Wrn0E1kdI</a>.

Memorials may be made to Sunflower Adult Day Services or Dignity Care Home.

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 <figcaption>Darrell Ross Lemon</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Darrell-Lemon">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Darrell-Lemon</a>April 5, 1930 ~ January 23, 2023 (age 92)SALINA -&nbsp;Darrell Ross Lemon, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday,&nbsp; January 23, 2023, at Dignity Care Home, surrounded by his wife, Mary, and family members.Darrell was born in Salina, KS on April 5, 1930 to Ella Mae and Guy Robert Lemon.&nbsp; He graduated from Salina High in 1948 and was very active in sports, receiving a letter in basketball.&nbsp; He was nostalgic about his early adult experiences in Salina and frequently shared about working at the brick plant, railroad and for the Morrison family.Darrell served his country in the United States Air Force from 1953-1973, retiring as a major and serving tours in Korea and Vietnam.&nbsp;&nbsp; Duties included being a jet pilot, foreign student instructor, and navigator.&nbsp; He was a Forward Air Controller in Vietnam, guiding the Air Force jets to their targets.&nbsp; This was a very dangerous job, but, in spite of that, he talked about the beauty of the Vietnam countryside and often took photographs from his plane.&nbsp; Military honors include The Silver Star, Bronze Star, Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal.Darrell loved to fly!&nbsp; He particularly was proud of the opportunity to work part-time as a pilot consultant to his friend, attorney Ken Wasserman.Darrell was a kind, gentle, compassionate and distinguished man of faith, who loved his family dearly.&nbsp; He met his wife, Mary, when they both worked in the city-county building.&nbsp; They married in 1981 and have been married for 41 years.&nbsp; Darrell greatly enjoyed golf and was proud that his father taught him how to play.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was able to transfer his love of golf to his grandchildren.&nbsp; He was a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; Darrell worked for the Saline County Appraiser’s office, serving as appraiser and County Appraiser.&nbsp; He particularly enjoyed meeting the public and assisting them with their property questions.Darrell was preceded in death by his parents Guy Robert Lemon and Ella Mae Hesher Lemon, sister Mary Lou Lemon Weddle, daughter Cheryl Lemon Childs (Mark), and stepson Fortino Luis Bonilla (Jamie).Darrell is survived by his wife Mary Virginia Cobb Lemon, sister&nbsp; Linda Lemon Simpson (Gerald), children Diane Lemon Catchot (Harold) (David Parker),&nbsp; Jennifer Bonilla Wallace (Chris), Adam Cobb Bonilla (Marie), and Dana Bonilla Talley (Rocko), grandchildren&nbsp; Charlie Parker McDevitt (Brian),&nbsp; Darrell Parker (Rachel), Hannah Parker (Jake), Andie Childs, Freddie Childs, Tony Childs, Maria Bonilla, Anjoelina Bonilla, Bradley Pretzer, Jasmine Merrell, Selena Merrell, Dakota Hogan, Dawson Hogan, Chance Hogan, Darius Terry (Tiana), Taylor Flynn, Rachel Terry and great-grandson Jesse McDevitt.A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, January 27, 2023, 10:00 a.m., at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 302 S. Seventh, Salina, KS.&nbsp; The service will be live-streamed at&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/s5Wrn0E1kdI">https://youtu.be/s5Wrn0E1kdI</a>.Memorials may be made to Sunflower Adult Day Services or Dignity Care Home.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Darrell-Lemon/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Darrell-Lemon/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Darrell Ross Lemon, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Darrell-Lemon/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Darrell Ross Lemon

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February 17, 1949 ~ January 22, 2023 (age 73)

David B. Hutchinson, 73, of Salina, KS passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; David was born on February 17, 1949 in Salem, Ohio to the late Wilfred J. Hutchinson and Dorothy C. (Burton) Hutchinson.

David graduated from Salina High School in 1967, and also attended vo-tech in Salina.&nbsp; In 1968, he was united in marriage to Ruth Koelling.

Throughout high school, David worked at filling stations and decommissioned missile silos during the summer. He then worked for Brann's Furniture store.&nbsp; In 1975, he started working at General Battery Corporation/Exide Battery as a shipper, then traffic manager and DC Manager.&nbsp; In 2005, he retired after 30 years with the title of plant manager.

He loved NASCAR races, especially the Daytona 500 and attended many with his close friends. He also enjoyed camping with family and friends and went as often as possible, even late into the season.&nbsp; He could often be found reclined in his camping chair just relaxing and chatting up other campers.

His greatest pride was his family that he dearly loved. He was so happy to be a father, grandfather and great grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents Wilfred and Dorothy Hutchinson, sister Bari, brothers John and Steven.

He is survived by his wife Ruth, daughters Christine (Kris) Liles, Kellie (Jeff) Schmitt and grandchildren Logan (Kiersten) Schmitt, Ashley Schmitt, all of Salina, Jacob (Morgan Kindlesparger) Liles of Wichita, great-grandchildren Parker and Raya Schmitt of Salina, also, many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be January 26 from 4-8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. January 27 at Ryan Mortuary. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.

The service will be live webcast at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.livewebcastevents.com/david-hutchinson" target="_blank">https://www.livewebcastevents.com/david-hutchinson</a>.

Memorials can be made in care of the family to be designated at a later date or charity of your choice.

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<h2>David B. Hutchinson, Salina</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/David-Hutchinson">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/David-Hutchinson</a>February 17, 1949 ~ January 22, 2023 (age 73)David B. Hutchinson, 73, of Salina, KS passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; David was born on February 17, 1949 in Salem, Ohio to the late Wilfred J. Hutchinson and Dorothy C. (Burton) Hutchinson.David graduated from Salina High School in 1967, and also attended vo-tech in Salina.&nbsp; In 1968, he was united in marriage to Ruth Koelling.Throughout high school, David worked at filling stations and decommissioned missile silos during the summer. He then worked for Brann's Furniture store.&nbsp; In 1975, he started working at General Battery Corporation/Exide Battery as a shipper, then traffic manager and DC Manager.&nbsp; In 2005, he retired after 30 years with the title of plant manager.He loved NASCAR races, especially the Daytona 500 and attended many with his close friends. He also enjoyed camping with family and friends and went as often as possible, even late into the season.&nbsp; He could often be found reclined in his camping chair just relaxing and chatting up other campers.His greatest pride was his family that he dearly loved. He was so happy to be a father, grandfather and great grandfather.He was preceded in death by his parents Wilfred and Dorothy Hutchinson, sister Bari, brothers John and Steven.He is survived by his wife Ruth, daughters Christine (Kris) Liles, Kellie (Jeff) Schmitt and grandchildren Logan (Kiersten) Schmitt, Ashley Schmitt, all of Salina, Jacob (Morgan Kindlesparger) Liles of Wichita, great-grandchildren Parker and Raya Schmitt of Salina, also, many nieces and nephews.Visitation will be January 26 from 4-8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. January 27 at Ryan Mortuary. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.The service will be live webcast at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.livewebcastevents.com/david-hutchinson" target="_blank">https://www.livewebcastevents.com/david-hutchinson</a>.Memorials can be made in care of the family to be designated at a later date or charity of your choice.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/David-Hutchinson/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/David-Hutchinson/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of David B. Hutchinson, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/David-Hutchinson/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

David B. Hutchinson

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Larry T. Colwell, 79, of Salina, Kan., passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born on March 11, 1943, in Salina, to Rex and Mable (Bussart) Colwell.

Cremation was chosen and services will be announced at a later date.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Colwell">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Colwell</a>Larry T. Colwell, 79, of Salina, Kan., passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born on March 11, 1943, in Salina, to Rex and Mable (Bussart) Colwell.Cremation was chosen and services will be announced at a later date.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Colwell/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Colwell/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Larry T. Colwell, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Colwell/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Larry T. Colwell

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December 28, 1956 ~ January 21, 2023 (age 66)

Dowd Wilton "D.W" Jerome III&nbsp;passed away on Saturday, January 21st, 2023.

He was born December 28th, 1956 to Dowd Jerome II and Alma Jean Jerome (Eisele) in Miami, Florida.

He spent 40+ years in life driving a truck and he loved being out on the road. When at home he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, going to races with his brother, and playing with his grandpup Brody.

D.W. is survived by his two children, Melissa Jerome and Justin Jerome, a brother Chuck Jerome (Edie) and his three beloved grand pups Snook, Otie and Brody.

D.W. was not one for attention and as such there will be no funeral. The family is planning a celebration of life later this year.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center in his name.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dowd-JeromeIII">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dowd-JeromeIII</a>December 28, 1956 ~ January 21, 2023 (age 66)Dowd Wilton "D.W" Jerome III&nbsp;passed away on Saturday, January 21st, 2023.He was born December 28th, 1956 to Dowd Jerome II and Alma Jean Jerome (Eisele) in Miami, Florida.He spent 40+ years in life driving a truck and he loved being out on the road. When at home he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, going to races with his brother, and playing with his grandpup Brody.D.W. is survived by his two children, Melissa Jerome and Justin Jerome, a brother Chuck Jerome (Edie) and his three beloved grand pups Snook, Otie and Brody.D.W. was not one for attention and as such there will be no funeral. The family is planning a celebration of life later this year.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center in his name.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dowd-JeromeIII/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dowd-JeromeIII/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Dowd Wilton "D.W." Jerome III, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dowd-JeromeIII/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Dowd Jerome III

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John Baptis Casanova, Jr., 98, passed away peacefully at Pinnacle Park Nursing Home on January 23, 2023.

John was born in DeProvlingia, Italy on June 22nd, 1924 to John and Josephine Casanova. His family came to America when John was five years old. John attended school in Brooklyn, New York from 1929-1937.

John and his brothers followed the trade of their father as bricklayers. Later, he and his two brothers went into the business in Poughkeepsie, New York.

On January 18th, 1948, he married Rose Giammatteo. To this union two children were born, daughter, Rebecca (lovingly called Nina) and a son, Anthony. Tragedy came into John’s life when his wife and two children were killed in a car accident.

Later, John moved to Miami, Florida where he met and worked for Rita Wasinger at the Salvation Army, picking up and delivering items. John and Rita were married on April 26th, 1983, in Miami, Florida.

John was known for his quick-witted humor and his ability to work in many different jobs. John loved assisting Rita in her many ministries and continued until his health began to decline.

John was preceded in death by his parents John and Josephine Casanova, his brothers and sister, first wife Rose; daughter Nina; son Anthony, and Rita, his wife of 39 years.

There will be a Celebration of Life service held for John and Rita on Friday, February 3rd, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

Donations may be made to the Salvation Army, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.

To send flowers to the family of John, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27134163&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/John-Baptis-Casanova-Jr?obId=27134163#/obituaryInfo">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/John-Baptis-Casanova-Jr?obId=27134163#/obituaryInfo</a>June 22, 1924 - January 23, 2023John Baptis Casanova, Jr., 98, passed away peacefully at Pinnacle Park Nursing Home on January 23, 2023.John was born in DeProvlingia, Italy on June 22nd, 1924 to John and Josephine Casanova. His family came to America when John was five years old. John attended school in Brooklyn, New York from 1929-1937.John and his brothers followed the trade of their father as bricklayers. Later, he and his two brothers went into the business in Poughkeepsie, New York.On January 18th, 1948, he married Rose Giammatteo. To this union two children were born, daughter, Rebecca (lovingly called Nina) and a son, Anthony. Tragedy came into John’s life when his wife and two children were killed in a car accident.Later, John moved to Miami, Florida where he met and worked for Rita Wasinger at the Salvation Army, picking up and delivering items. John and Rita were married on April 26th, 1983, in Miami, Florida.John was known for his quick-witted humor and his ability to work in many different jobs. John loved assisting Rita in her many ministries and continued until his health began to decline.John was preceded in death by his parents John and Josephine Casanova, his brothers and sister, first wife Rose; daughter Nina; son Anthony, and Rita, his wife of 39 years.There will be a Celebration of Life service held for John and Rita on Friday, February 3rd, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.Donations may be made to the Salvation Army, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.To send flowers to the family of John, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27134163&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

John Baptis Casanova, Jr.

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Rose was born Rose Ann Burgan on November 2, 1932, to Edmond and Loretta Burgan in Kansas City, Missouri. 

She was an avid reader and loved history, travel, and western movies. As a young girl, Rose could be seen attending theatre events at her father’s theaters in Kansas City. She would tell stories of how she met many movie stars. She particularly would talk about the time that she met actor, John Wayne, who was her favorite movie star. She said that she remembered how he would pick her up and prop her up onto his shoulders. She thought she was going to heaven because he was so big and tall. He was an amazing man who took the time to be with her.

After her time in Kansas City, she moved with her family to Clovis, New Mexico, where they had a beef farm. It was there that she met the love of her life, Eddie J. Girard, Jr. who was in the United States Air Force where he served for 26 years.

Rose loved her military life because she got to travel all around the world. She lived in various locations including New Mexico, Japan, Tennessee, Colorado, Utah, Germany, and finally Kansas. During her life, she was able to visit other places such as Canada, Ireland, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, France, Holland, Sweden, Belgium, and Mexico.

Rose is survived by six children, Cynthia Porter of Junction City; Michael Girard of Salina; Marie Warren (Robert) of Jacksonville, FL; Ann O’Neill of Salina; Catherine Williams (Ernest Lee) of Morristown, TN; and Diane Budke (Chuck) of Salina. She is also survived by 24 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; brother Edmond Burgan (Paula) of Anchorage, Alaska.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband Eddie J. Girard, Jr. in 2006; her parents Edmond and Loretta Burgan; a brother, Maurice Paul; and sister Helen Catherine.

A visitation will be held on the evening of Friday, January 27, 2023 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS.

A rosary will be recited on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 a.m. both in the St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Church located at 1000 Burr Oak Lane, Salina, KS 67401. There will be a private graveside service at a later date. 

Memorials can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Following the mass, there will be a reception lunch provided in the Parish Hall to share memories and reflect on Rose’s life.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services, Salina. 

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

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rose Ann Girard, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/rose-girard/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Rose Ann Girard</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/rose-girard">https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/rose-girard</a>November 2, 1932 - January 24, 2023Rose was born Rose Ann Burgan on November 2, 1932, to Edmond and Loretta Burgan in Kansas City, Missouri. She was an avid reader and loved history, travel, and western movies. As a young girl, Rose could be seen attending theatre events at her father’s theaters in Kansas City. She would tell stories of how she met many movie stars. She particularly would talk about the time that she met actor, John Wayne, who was her favorite movie star. She said that she remembered how he would pick her up and prop her up onto his shoulders. She thought she was going to heaven because he was so big and tall. He was an amazing man who took the time to be with her.After her time in Kansas City, she moved with her family to Clovis, New Mexico, where they had a beef farm. It was there that she met the love of her life, Eddie J. Girard, Jr. who was in the United States Air Force where he served for 26 years.Rose loved her military life because she got to travel all around the world. She lived in various locations including New Mexico, Japan, Tennessee, Colorado, Utah, Germany, and finally Kansas. During her life, she was able to visit other places such as Canada, Ireland, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, France, Holland, Sweden, Belgium, and Mexico.Rose is survived by six children, Cynthia Porter of Junction City; Michael Girard of Salina; Marie Warren (Robert) of Jacksonville, FL; Ann O’Neill of Salina; Catherine Williams (Ernest Lee) of Morristown, TN; and Diane Budke (Chuck) of Salina. She is also survived by 24 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; brother Edmond Burgan (Paula) of Anchorage, Alaska.She is preceded in death by her loving husband Eddie J. Girard, Jr. in 2006; her parents Edmond and Loretta Burgan; a brother, Maurice Paul; and sister Helen Catherine.A visitation will be held on the evening of Friday, January 27, 2023 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS.A rosary will be recited on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 a.m. both in the St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Church located at 1000 Burr Oak Lane, Salina, KS 67401. There will be a private graveside service at a later date. Memorials can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.Following the mass, there will be a reception lunch provided in the Parish Hall to share memories and reflect on Rose’s life.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services, Salina. Online condolences may be sent to www.fordustick.com.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rose Ann Girard, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/rose-girard/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Rose Ann Girard

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Conrad A. Otter, 93, passed away on January 21, 2023 at 6:14 p.m. at McPherson Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family in McPherson, Kansas. Connie was born on December 22, 1929 in rural New Almelo, Kansas to parents Albert J. and Sophia Ann (Bruggeman) Otter. 

Connie served in the United States Army . Conrad A. Otter was united in marriage to Charlotte T. Kreutzer on June 5, 1957 in New Almelo, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in New Almelo. This union was blessed with the birth of five children, Dianne, James, Thomas, Timothy and Kevin. Through the years Connie worked for New Almelo Oil as a deliverer of fuel to the rural farmers; owned and operated C&amp;C Grocery Store in New Almelo, Kansas; then Connie worked as a Agricultural Inspector for the state of Kansas until he retired in 1999 after 26 years.

Connie was a member of Knights of Columbus 4th Degree and the American Legion Post 24 for 60 years. Connie enjoyed hunting, playing baseball and spending time with his friends and family.

 Conrad is survived by his children Dianne Wilson and her husband James of McPherson, Kansas and James Otter and his wife Cindy, of Pittsburg, Kansas; his grandchildren Sean Wilson(Jennifer), Matthew Wilson, Kimberlie Hoover(Kelly), Amy Wilson, Joseph Otter, Jillian Otter and Jacob Otter(Katie) and his great-grandchildren Cooper, Sophie, Adelyn, Kolson, Kanon, Tayla and Kayler. 

Connie was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Charlotte; his sons Thomas Anthony Otter, Timothy Wayne Otter and Kevin John Otter. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas with Rosary at 6:45 p.m.. A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 27, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas with Father Ben Shockey officiating. Burial will be on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church Cemetery, New Almelo, Kansas. Memorial contributions are to New Almelo Cemetery and St. Joseph's Catholic School/McPherson and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Conrad Anthony "Connie" Otter 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>Conrad Anthony 'Connie' Otter</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Conrad-Otter/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Conrad-Otter/#!/TributeWall</a>Conrad A. Otter, 93, passed away on January 21, 2023 at 6:14 p.m. at McPherson Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family in McPherson, Kansas. Connie was born on December 22, 1929 in rural New Almelo, Kansas to parents Albert J. and Sophia Ann (Bruggeman) Otter. Connie served in the United States Army . Conrad A. Otter was united in marriage to Charlotte T. Kreutzer on June 5, 1957 in New Almelo, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in New Almelo. This union was blessed with the birth of five children, Dianne, James, Thomas, Timothy and Kevin. Through the years Connie worked for New Almelo Oil as a deliverer of fuel to the rural farmers; owned and operated C&amp;C Grocery Store in New Almelo, Kansas; then Connie worked as a Agricultural Inspector for the state of Kansas until he retired in 1999 after 26 years. Connie was a member of Knights of Columbus 4th Degree and the American Legion Post 24 for 60 years. Connie enjoyed hunting, playing baseball and spending time with his friends and family. Conrad is survived by his children Dianne Wilson and her husband James of McPherson, Kansas and James Otter and his wife Cindy, of Pittsburg, Kansas; his grandchildren Sean Wilson(Jennifer), Matthew Wilson, Kimberlie Hoover(Kelly), Amy Wilson, Joseph Otter, Jillian Otter and Jacob Otter(Katie) and his great-grandchildren Cooper, Sophie, Adelyn, Kolson, Kanon, Tayla and Kayler. Connie was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Charlotte; his sons Thomas Anthony Otter, Timothy Wayne Otter and Kevin John Otter. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas with Rosary at 6:45 p.m.. A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 27, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas with Father Ben Shockey officiating. Burial will be on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church Cemetery, New Almelo, Kansas. Memorial contributions are to New Almelo Cemetery and St. Joseph's Catholic School/McPherson and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Conrad Anthony "Connie" Otter 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>.

Conrad Anthony 'Connie' Otter

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Janice Kay Parker, 78 years of age, died on Friday, January 20, 2023, at The Cedars in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp;

Janice was born to Albert Hugh and Louise Elaine (Smitherman) Greiner on February 19, 1944, in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; She was married to William Parker in Haviland, Kansas on August 28, 1965.&nbsp;

Janice is survived by her husband William of McPherson; daughters Jennifer Broadfoot (Doug) of Hesston and Ami Schrader (Matt) of McPherson; sisters Judy Allen of Grinnell, Dianne Unruh (Jeryl) of Greensburg; brother Alan Greiner (Penny) of Kingman; grandchildren Parker Broadfoot, Amelia Broadfoot, Keller Broadfoot (Madison), and Nolan Schrader; nieces&nbsp; Myrna Craig, Trista Noelle Richards, Mindy Spraul (Ryan), Traci Schrader Lang (Chad), and Sarah Unruh; nephews Troy Tuttle (Melanie), Craig Tuttle, Derek Tuttle (Jodi), Jason Unruh (Jennie), and Heath Greiner (Katy).

She was preceded in death by parents Albert in 2002 and Louise in 2011, and grandson Jackson Schrader in 2021.

Growing up in Haviland learning farming, to tend sheep and harvest wheat, making sure there was time for her piano, Janice graduated from Haviland&nbsp; High School in 1962.&nbsp; 

She never forgot her roots on the farm, particularly her cooking and bread making skills she learned from her mom.&nbsp; 

She graduated from the University of Kansas in 1966 majoring in music and piano. She later on in her career completed a master’s degree from Southwestern College at Winfield.&nbsp; 

Around age fifty, Janice decided she wanted to teach Spanish full time so she studied Spanish through a graduate studies program at Wichita State University studying three summers in Pueblo, Mexico.

Janice taught in several school districts including Dover High School/Eskridge, Hays, Douglass, Inman, and McPherson.&nbsp; For six years, she taught Spanish at Buhler High School.&nbsp; During that time, she was fortunate to travel to several foreign countries with students including Mexico, Costa Rica, Spain, France, and northern Africa.&nbsp; She loved to travel, and she and Bill traveled to many foreign countries without students. 

Janice finished her teaching career teaching Spanish at McPherson High School.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/janice-parker">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/janice-parker</a>February 19, 1944 - January 20, 2023McPhersonJanice Kay Parker, 78 years of age, died on Friday, January 20, 2023, at The Cedars in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp;Janice was born to Albert Hugh and Louise Elaine (Smitherman) Greiner on February 19, 1944, in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; She was married to William Parker in Haviland, Kansas on August 28, 1965.&nbsp;Janice is survived by her husband William of McPherson; daughters Jennifer Broadfoot (Doug) of Hesston and Ami Schrader (Matt) of McPherson; sisters Judy Allen of Grinnell, Dianne Unruh (Jeryl) of Greensburg; brother Alan Greiner (Penny) of Kingman; grandchildren Parker Broadfoot, Amelia Broadfoot, Keller Broadfoot (Madison), and Nolan Schrader; nieces&nbsp; Myrna Craig, Trista Noelle Richards, Mindy Spraul (Ryan), Traci Schrader Lang (Chad), and Sarah Unruh; nephews Troy Tuttle (Melanie), Craig Tuttle, Derek Tuttle (Jodi), Jason Unruh (Jennie), and Heath Greiner (Katy).She was preceded in death by parents Albert in 2002 and Louise in 2011, and grandson Jackson Schrader in 2021.Growing up in Haviland learning farming, to tend sheep and harvest wheat, making sure there was time for her piano, Janice graduated from Haviland&nbsp; High School in 1962.&nbsp; She never forgot her roots on the farm, particularly her cooking and bread making skills she learned from her mom.&nbsp; She graduated from the University of Kansas in 1966 majoring in music and piano. She later on in her career completed a master’s degree from Southwestern College at Winfield.&nbsp; Around age fifty, Janice decided she wanted to teach Spanish full time so she studied Spanish through a graduate studies program at Wichita State University studying three summers in Pueblo, Mexico.Janice taught in several school districts including Dover High School/Eskridge, Hays, Douglass, Inman, and McPherson.&nbsp; For six years, she taught Spanish at Buhler High School.&nbsp; During that time, she was fortunate to travel to several foreign countries with students including Mexico, Costa Rica, Spain, France, and northern Africa.&nbsp; She loved to travel, and she and Bill traveled to many foreign countries without students. Janice finished her teaching career teaching Spanish at McPherson High School.Janice was an active member of the First Baptist Church of McPherson and the Shalom Sunday School Class for many years.&nbsp; She enjoyed sharing her musical talents by singing in the church choir and various musical events in the McPherson community.Family was most important in Janice’s life. They came first.&nbsp;The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 27, at the First Baptist Church with Rev. John Pattison officiating.&nbsp;Memorial donations may be given to The Cedars Resident Assistance Fund, First Baptist Church Shalom Class, or McPherson Area Habitat for Humanity in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.To send flowers to the family in memory of Janice Kay Parker, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/flowers/21fd0c62-73f3-409a-90fe-68ea9098f6b2" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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