<a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/anne-ost">Obituary | Anne A. Ost of Mankato | Melby Mortuary</a>

Anne A. Ost, 88, of Mankato, passed away November 8.

Funeral services will be Saturday, November 12, at 10:00 a.m. at the Harmony United Methodist Church in Mankato.

Burial will follow at the Burr Oak Cemetery.

Friends may sign Anne's book on Friday, November 11, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., at the funeral home.

Visitation with family greeting friends will be Friday evening, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.&nbsp;

Anne Arlene (Siemon) Ost, 88, passed on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at her home west of Mankato, KS. Born November 9, 1933 to Everett and Myrtle, Anne was one of four children: Avis, Donald (Bud), and Anita (Mickey). 

Anne attended Liberty School and later, Mankato High School.

She was united in marriage on July 26, 1950, at her parents’ home to Milford Ost. The newlyweds moved to Colorado Springs while Milford was in the army stationed at Fort Carson. In 1950 they cleared a cornfield and began construction of their home. The house was completed in 1953 after they returned home with their first child, Audra. Over the next three years, they added three sons, Mike, Brad, and Larry, to the family.

Anne and Milford lived and loved in their house for 55 years. Anne was busy helping on the farm, cooking for her family as well as hired help, running errands and trying to keep up with four children. 

She was a member of Harmony United Methodist Church. &nbsp;

Anne loved reading, riding horses, helping Milford and being outside. She was an amazing homemaker and mother loved by so many. &nbsp;She had a circle of friends who spent a lifetime sharing their children’s accomplishments and heartaches, Lila Smith, Joan Dean, Dona (Ost) Beam and Darlene Walker. &nbsp;

Anne was proceeded in death by her loving husband, Milford in 2005, her grandson Ryan, in 2009, her three siblings between 2010 and 2014 and her beloved son Bradley in 2018. &nbsp;

Anne is survived by her children daughter Audra Berry, Belton MO; son Michael Ost and wife, Lora of Mankato; son Larry Ost and wife, Ronda &nbsp;of Mankato; grandchildren Angela Sellami and family, Raymore MO; Brett McGuire and family, Belton MO; Jesse Ost and family, Hunter KS; Jennifer Cashman and family, Mount Hope, KS; Mariah Wells and family, Chesapeake, VI; Arielle Ost, also of Chesapeake, VI; Staci Whelchel and family, Mankato KS; Ryan’s son Caden, York, NE; Jedediah Ost and children, Los Angeles, CA; Abby Elkins and family, Burr Oak, KS; Cassie Seemann and family, Smith Center, KS; 32 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, scores of nieces and nephews. &nbsp;

Funeral services will be Saturday, November 12, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., at the Harmony United Methodist Church in Mankato, interment to follow at the Burr Oak Cemetery.

Friends may sign Anne's book on Friday, November 11, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., at Melby Mortuary in Mankato. Family visitation will be Friday evening, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., at the funeral home.

The family wants to extend a special thank you to Solomon Valley Hospice and a loving in-home caregiver, Elizabeth Saalthoff.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Solomon Valley Transportation, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Melby Mortuary of Mankato is assisting the Ost family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/anne-ost">Obituary | Anne A. Ost of Mankato | Melby Mortuary</a>November 9, 1933 - November 8, 2022Anne A. Ost, 88, of Mankato, passed away November 8.Funeral services will be Saturday, November 12, at 10:00 a.m. at the Harmony United Methodist Church in Mankato.Burial will follow at the Burr Oak Cemetery.Friends may sign Anne's book on Friday, November 11, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., at the funeral home.Visitation with family greeting friends will be Friday evening, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.&nbsp;Anne Arlene (Siemon) Ost, 88, passed on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at her home west of Mankato, KS. Born November 9, 1933 to Everett and Myrtle, Anne was one of four children: Avis, Donald (Bud), and Anita (Mickey). Anne attended Liberty School and later, Mankato High School.She was united in marriage on July 26, 1950, at her parents’ home to Milford Ost. The newlyweds moved to Colorado Springs while Milford was in the army stationed at Fort Carson. In 1950 they cleared a cornfield and began construction of their home. The house was completed in 1953 after they returned home with their first child, Audra. Over the next three years, they added three sons, Mike, Brad, and Larry, to the family.Anne and Milford lived and loved in their house for 55 years. Anne was busy helping on the farm, cooking for her family as well as hired help, running errands and trying to keep up with four children. She was a member of Harmony United Methodist Church. &nbsp;Anne loved reading, riding horses, helping Milford and being outside. She was an amazing homemaker and mother loved by so many. &nbsp;She had a circle of friends who spent a lifetime sharing their children’s accomplishments and heartaches, Lila Smith, Joan Dean, Dona (Ost) Beam and Darlene Walker. &nbsp;Anne was proceeded in death by her loving husband, Milford in 2005, her grandson Ryan, in 2009, her three siblings between 2010 and 2014 and her beloved son Bradley in 2018. &nbsp;Anne is survived by her children daughter Audra Berry, Belton MO; son Michael Ost and wife, Lora of Mankato; son Larry Ost and wife, Ronda &nbsp;of Mankato; grandchildren Angela Sellami and family, Raymore MO; Brett McGuire and family, Belton MO; Jesse Ost and family, Hunter KS; Jennifer Cashman and family, Mount Hope, KS; Mariah Wells and family, Chesapeake, VI; Arielle Ost, also of Chesapeake, VI; Staci Whelchel and family, Mankato KS; Ryan’s son Caden, York, NE; Jedediah Ost and children, Los Angeles, CA; Abby Elkins and family, Burr Oak, KS; Cassie Seemann and family, Smith Center, KS; 32 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, scores of nieces and nephews. &nbsp;Funeral services will be Saturday, November 12, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., at the Harmony United Methodist Church in Mankato, interment to follow at the Burr Oak Cemetery.Friends may sign Anne's book on Friday, November 11, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., at Melby Mortuary in Mankato. Family visitation will be Friday evening, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., at the funeral home.The family wants to extend a special thank you to Solomon Valley Hospice and a loving in-home caregiver, Elizabeth Saalthoff.In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Solomon Valley Transportation, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Melby Mortuary of Mankato is assisting the Ost family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

Anne A. Ost

<a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/jacob-nance">Obituary | Jacob R. Nance of Mankato, Kansas | Melby Mortuary</a>

Jacob R. Nance, 24, of Mankato, passed away November 4, 2022.

Jacob R. Nance was born on February 20, 1998, in Clearwater, Florida, to Glenn and Sammie (Zimmerman) Nance, and he passed away near Burr Oak, Kansas, on November 4, 2022, at the age of 24.

Jacob grew up in Mankato, and attended Mankato Public Schools. He enjoyed working with his hands, and worked as a mechanic on cars and trucks.

He is survived by his mother Sammie Nance of Mankato, grandmother Myra Jo Bolt of Mankato, brothers Kenneth Nance of Mankato, Stephen Nance and his wife Niki of Holiday, Florida, and brother Glenn Nance of Mankato. 

He is preceded in death by his father Glenn Nance.

Memorial Services will be Saturday, November 12, 2022, at noon, at the Christian Church of Mankato, with Pastor Thaddeus Hinkle officiating.

Memorials may be sent to the family, or in care of the funeral home.

Melby Mortuary of Mankato is assisting the Nance family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/jacob-nance">Obituary | Jacob R. Nance of Mankato, Kansas | Melby Mortuary</a>February 20, 1998 - November 4, 2022Jacob R. Nance, 24, of Mankato, passed away November 4, 2022.Jacob R. Nance was born on February 20, 1998, in Clearwater, Florida, to Glenn and Sammie (Zimmerman) Nance, and he passed away near Burr Oak, Kansas, on November 4, 2022, at the age of 24.Jacob grew up in Mankato, and attended Mankato Public Schools. He enjoyed working with his hands, and worked as a mechanic on cars and trucks.He is survived by his mother Sammie Nance of Mankato, grandmother Myra Jo Bolt of Mankato, brothers Kenneth Nance of Mankato, Stephen Nance and his wife Niki of Holiday, Florida, and brother Glenn Nance of Mankato. He is preceded in death by his father Glenn Nance.Memorial Services will be Saturday, November 12, 2022, at noon, at the Christian Church of Mankato, with Pastor Thaddeus Hinkle officiating.Memorials may be sent to the family, or in care of the funeral home.Melby Mortuary of Mankato is assisting the Nance family with these arrangements, www.melbymortuary.com.

Jacob R. Nance

Judsyn Cole Trapp, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 7:05 p.m, Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas. Judsyn was born in Salina, Kansas on November 8, 2022, a son of Linzey Jordan (Winter) and Adam Kyle Trapp Judsyn was survived by his parents Adam and Linzey Trapp of McPherson, Kansas; his grandparents Troy and Diane Winter of McPherson, Kansas, Mike and Dawn Carr, Marion, Kansas, and Quinn and Julie Trapp, Marion, Kansas; his sisters Paisyn and Braizlyn. Services will be at a later date.

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<h2>Judsyn Cole Trapp, McPherson</h2>November 8, 2022 - November 8, 2022Judsyn Cole Trapp, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 7:05 p.m, Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas. Judsyn was born in Salina, Kansas on November 8, 2022, a son of Linzey Jordan (Winter) and Adam Kyle Trapp Judsyn was survived by his parents Adam and Linzey Trapp of McPherson, Kansas; his grandparents Troy and Diane Winter of McPherson, Kansas, Mike and Dawn Carr, Marion, Kansas, and Quinn and Julie Trapp, Marion, Kansas; his sisters Paisyn and Braizlyn. Services will be at a later date. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Judsyn Cole Trapp 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>.

Judsyn Cole Trapp

<a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Leo-Holmes-2/#!/TributeWall">Leo L. Holmes Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (wigginsfuneralhomes.com)</a>

Leo L. Holmes, 96, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at his home. He was born on November 23, 1925 in Hanston, Kansas, the son of Elmer M. and Flora Mae (Goller) Holmes. He graduated from Hanston High School with the class of 1944. Leo later received his aviation management degree from Denver University. He also later obtained his private pilot's license and FAA airline and engine mechanic license. Leo served in the United States Army in central Europe during WWII from 1944-1946, attaining the rank of corporal. He was united in marriage to Carolyn Marita Heald on February 21, 1953, at the First United Methodist Church in Wichita, Kansas. He worked as a technical writer for Aviation &amp; Farm Equipment. Leo later worked for Boeing for 17 years, where he was involved with modifications to Air Force One and Air Force Two. He was employed for 12 years at Hesston Corporation, and from 1970-1973, Leo owned and operated Holmes Dodge and Implement in Burwell, Nebraska. He was a member of the Hesston Kiwanis Club where he served as president and received distinguished President's Award with Honors. Leo was also a member of the Hesston United Methodist Church. Leo and Carolyn were instrumental in getting the Hesston Senior Center started. Leo is survived by his wife, Carolyn of the home; daughter Marita Jo (Brent) Steckly of Beaver Crossing, NE; three sons, L. Monte (Monica) Holmes of Goshen, IN, Marshall (Renee) Holmes of Hesston; and Mitchell (Michelle) Holmes of St. John; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law Rex Heald; two brothers; and one sister. Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, November 11, 2022 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston. Private graveside services will be held at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis, KS.

Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, November 26, at Hesston United Methodist Church, with military honors by the United States Army Honor Guard. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Hesston UMC or Heartland Pregnancy Center of Newton in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, P.O. Box 32, Hesston, KS 67062.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Leo L. Holmes 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>Leo L. Holmes, Hesston</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Leo-Holmes-2/#!/TributeWall">Leo L. Holmes Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (wigginsfuneralhomes.com)</a>November 23, 1925 - November 8, 2022Leo L. Holmes, 96, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at his home. He was born on November 23, 1925 in Hanston, Kansas, the son of Elmer M. and Flora Mae (Goller) Holmes. He graduated from Hanston High School with the class of 1944. Leo later received his aviation management degree from Denver University. He also later obtained his private pilot's license and FAA airline and engine mechanic license. Leo served in the United States Army in central Europe during WWII from 1944-1946, attaining the rank of corporal. He was united in marriage to Carolyn Marita Heald on February 21, 1953, at the First United Methodist Church in Wichita, Kansas. He worked as a technical writer for Aviation &amp; Farm Equipment. Leo later worked for Boeing for 17 years, where he was involved with modifications to Air Force One and Air Force Two. He was employed for 12 years at Hesston Corporation, and from 1970-1973, Leo owned and operated Holmes Dodge and Implement in Burwell, Nebraska. He was a member of the Hesston Kiwanis Club where he served as president and received distinguished President's Award with Honors. Leo was also a member of the Hesston United Methodist Church. Leo and Carolyn were instrumental in getting the Hesston Senior Center started. Leo is survived by his wife, Carolyn of the home; daughter Marita Jo (Brent) Steckly of Beaver Crossing, NE; three sons, L. Monte (Monica) Holmes of Goshen, IN, Marshall (Renee) Holmes of Hesston; and Mitchell (Michelle) Holmes of St. John; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law Rex Heald; two brothers; and one sister. Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, November 11, 2022 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston. Private graveside services will be held at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis, KS. Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, November 26, at Hesston United Methodist Church, with military honors by the United States Army Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to Hesston UMC or Heartland Pregnancy Center of Newton in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, P.O. Box 32, Hesston, KS 67062. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Leo L. Holmes 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>.

Leo L. Holmes

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/betty-carlson">Betty J. Carlson Obituary 2022 - Stockham Funeral Home (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Betty Jean (Becker) Carlson, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at her home.

Betty was born on July 19, 1933, in McPherson County, KS, the youngest of four children born to Tobias B. and Ida (Koehn) Becker.&nbsp; 

On July 26, 1950, Betty was united in marriage to Robert Dean Carlson in Perham, MN.&nbsp; This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Dennis, Steven, and Diane.&nbsp; Married for nearly 59 years, Bob preceded her in death on July 7, 2009.

Along with being a homemaker, she worked as a waitress at Starlite Restaurant, a cook for Hickory Manor Nursing Home, a sales clerk for McNichols Shoe Store, and a holiday gift wrapper at Morris &amp; Sons Clothiers.&nbsp;

She was a member of the First Baptist Church and former member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary.

Survivors include her children Dennis (Sherill) Carlson of McPherson, KS and Diane (Terry) Rhea of Hollister, MO; daughter-in-law Lori Carlson of Manhattan, KS; nine grandchildren, Tracy Rhea, Laura Rhea, Rob Newberry, Kelly (Carlson) Nicola, Melissa Newberry, Tara Flores, Jeremy Schmidt, Matt Carlson, and Jami Carlson; 18 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Steve Carlson; siblings Lincoln Becker, Allen Becker, and Rozella Chapman; a granddaughter, Amy Carlson; and a great-grandson.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 17, at the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial donations are suggested to the First Baptist Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/betty-carlson">Betty J. Carlson Obituary 2022 - Stockham Funeral Home (stockhamfamily.com)</a>July 19, 1933 - November 9, 2022Betty Jean (Becker) Carlson, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at her home.Betty was born on July 19, 1933, in McPherson County, KS, the youngest of four children born to Tobias B. and Ida (Koehn) Becker.&nbsp; On July 26, 1950, Betty was united in marriage to Robert Dean Carlson in Perham, MN.&nbsp; This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Dennis, Steven, and Diane.&nbsp; Married for nearly 59 years, Bob preceded her in death on July 7, 2009.Along with being a homemaker, she worked as a waitress at Starlite Restaurant, a cook for Hickory Manor Nursing Home, a sales clerk for McNichols Shoe Store, and a holiday gift wrapper at Morris &amp; Sons Clothiers.&nbsp;She was a member of the First Baptist Church and former member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary.Survivors include her children Dennis (Sherill) Carlson of McPherson, KS and Diane (Terry) Rhea of Hollister, MO; daughter-in-law Lori Carlson of Manhattan, KS; nine grandchildren, Tracy Rhea, Laura Rhea, Rob Newberry, Kelly (Carlson) Nicola, Melissa Newberry, Tara Flores, Jeremy Schmidt, Matt Carlson, and Jami Carlson; 18 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Steve Carlson; siblings Lincoln Becker, Allen Becker, and Rozella Chapman; a granddaughter, Amy Carlson; and a great-grandson.The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 17, at the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.Memorial donations are suggested to the First Baptist Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family in memory of Betty J. Carlson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/6d51f271-a8e6-4490-936d-9bfd19c0fe16" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Betty J. Carlson

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/donald-rounds">Donald D. Rounds Obituary 2022 - Stockham Funeral Home (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Donald Dean Rounds of McPherson, Kansas, died Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at McPherson Hospital at the age of 95.&nbsp;

Donald was born on October 4, 1927, at 703 Walnut, Enid, Oklahoma. He was the first child of Jasper William Rounds and Hazel Marie (Smith) Rounds.&nbsp;

The family moved to Blackwell, Oklahoma when Donald was nine months old.&nbsp; He attended the first four grades of school at Lincoln.&nbsp; The family moved to McPherson, Kansas in 1938.&nbsp; Donald finished the fifth grade at Washington Elementary School and sixth grade at Roosevelt School.&nbsp; He attended Park Junior High and one year at McPherson High School.&nbsp; He graduated from Central College Academy in 1945, where he played basketball and softball.&nbsp; It was at this time, he started using the name Don, much to the displeasure of his father.

World War II was coming to a close so to avoid the draft, Don talked his parents into signing papers so he could enlist in the Navy.&nbsp; Four weeks into boot camp, Don had the opportunity to transfer to the Seabee Branch of the Navy.&nbsp; He was stationed on Samara Island in the Philippines for nine months.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in 1946 as a Motor Machinist Mate 3rd&nbsp;Class.

Don completed associate degree at Central College in McPherson, Kansas, in 1948.&nbsp; He played basketball and baseball while in college.

Don married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Alene Meyer.&nbsp; They were married at Cole Memorial Free Methodist Church in Kansas City, Kansas on July 1, 1947.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with three sons, Michael Dean, Bradley Kent, and Brett Kelly. Joyce preceded Don in death on July 21, 1987.

Don worked as assistant county engineer and retired from National Cooperative Refinery Association as Products Pipeline and Terminal Superintendent, after 30 years of service.&nbsp; The family moved from McPherson, KS in 1960 for Don’s employment with NCRA.&nbsp; Don moved back to McPherson in 1990 to be close to his family, church friends, and college friends.

On October 17, 1991, Don was united in marriage to Neva F. (Duncan) McCormick, in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp; They enjoyed married life together for 23 years.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2014.

He is survived by his son Kelly (Linda) Rounds of McPherson, KS; four grandchildren, Wayne (Brittany) Rounds, Kenny (Stacey) Rounds, Lacee Green, and Kim Robinson; two stepgrandchildren, Christy (Erik) Velazquez and Cameron (Carol) Crick; seven great-grandchildren; six stepgreat-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wives, a brother, Bob Rounds, two sisters, Elsie Landess and Wanda Wash; two sons, Michael Dean Rounds and Bradley Kent Rounds.&nbsp;

The family will receive friends from 2:00 Pp.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, November 13, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, November 14, at McPherson Free Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at McPherson Cemetery. &nbsp;

To view a live stream broadcast of the service, please click on the following link: &nbsp;<a href="https://macfmc.org/live-stream">https://macfmc.org/live-stream</a>

Memorial donations may be given to the Donald and Joyce Rounds Scholarship Fund at Central College, 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/donald-rounds">Donald D. Rounds Obituary 2022 - Stockham Funeral Home (stockhamfamily.com)</a>October 4, 1927 - November 8, 2022Donald Dean Rounds of McPherson, Kansas, died Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at McPherson Hospital at the age of 95.&nbsp;Donald was born on October 4, 1927, at 703 Walnut, Enid, Oklahoma. He was the first child of Jasper William Rounds and Hazel Marie (Smith) Rounds.&nbsp;The family moved to Blackwell, Oklahoma when Donald was nine months old.&nbsp; He attended the first four grades of school at Lincoln.&nbsp; The family moved to McPherson, Kansas in 1938.&nbsp; Donald finished the fifth grade at Washington Elementary School and sixth grade at Roosevelt School.&nbsp; He attended Park Junior High and one year at McPherson High School.&nbsp; He graduated from Central College Academy in 1945, where he played basketball and softball.&nbsp; It was at this time, he started using the name Don, much to the displeasure of his father.World War II was coming to a close so to avoid the draft, Don talked his parents into signing papers so he could enlist in the Navy.&nbsp; Four weeks into boot camp, Don had the opportunity to transfer to the Seabee Branch of the Navy.&nbsp; He was stationed on Samara Island in the Philippines for nine months.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in 1946 as a Motor Machinist Mate 3rd&nbsp;Class.Don completed associate degree at Central College in McPherson, Kansas, in 1948.&nbsp; He played basketball and baseball while in college.Don married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Alene Meyer.&nbsp; They were married at Cole Memorial Free Methodist Church in Kansas City, Kansas on July 1, 1947.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with three sons, Michael Dean, Bradley Kent, and Brett Kelly. Joyce preceded Don in death on July 21, 1987.Don worked as assistant county engineer and retired from National Cooperative Refinery Association as Products Pipeline and Terminal Superintendent, after 30 years of service.&nbsp; The family moved from McPherson, KS in 1960 for Don’s employment with NCRA.&nbsp; Don moved back to McPherson in 1990 to be close to his family, church friends, and college friends.On October 17, 1991, Don was united in marriage to Neva F. (Duncan) McCormick, in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp; They enjoyed married life together for 23 years.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2014.He is survived by his son Kelly (Linda) Rounds of McPherson, KS; four grandchildren, Wayne (Brittany) Rounds, Kenny (Stacey) Rounds, Lacee Green, and Kim Robinson; two stepgrandchildren, Christy (Erik) Velazquez and Cameron (Carol) Crick; seven great-grandchildren; six stepgreat-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, wives, a brother, Bob Rounds, two sisters, Elsie Landess and Wanda Wash; two sons, Michael Dean Rounds and Bradley Kent Rounds.&nbsp;The family will receive friends from 2:00 Pp.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, November 13, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, November 14, at McPherson Free Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at McPherson Cemetery. &nbsp;To view a live stream broadcast of the service, please click on the following link: &nbsp;<a href="https://macfmc.org/live-stream">https://macfmc.org/live-stream</a>Memorial donations may be given to the Donald and Joyce Rounds Scholarship Fund at Central College, in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.To send flowers to the family in memory of Donald D. Rounds, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/fe5c5c62-3f99-4c07-b5fa-94b68978bc5d" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Donald D. Rounds

<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Margaret-Wilkens">Obituary for Margaret E. (Herb) Wilkens | Parsons Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>

November 7, 1931 ~ November 8, 2022 (age 91)

Margaret E. Wilkens, 91, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022, in Ellsworth, KS. She was born November 7, 1931, in Great Bend, KS to Charles and Anna (Schindler) Herb. 

Margaret married Donald A. Wilkens in Hudson, KS on November 25, 1951. The couple settled in the Lorraine, KS area and remained there until 1988 when they moved to Ellsworth. 

She was a member of Lorraine First Baptist Church.

Margaret is survived by her son Jerry Wilkens of Omaha, NE; daughters Carol Silvernail (David) of Olathe, KS and Connie Wilkens of Hutchinson, KS; grandson Joshua Wilkens (Kristi) of De Soto, KS and Jacob Wilkens (Karla) of Hoisington, KS; and great-grandchildren Ryen, Chase, Jax, Trey, Kinley, and Adler. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Donald Wilkens; and sisters Ruby Tucker, Ruth Ek, Frieda Miller, and Marion Brown.

Margaret’s funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Lorraine First Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. No visitation is scheduled.

Memorial contributions may be made to Lorraine First Baptist Church or Victory Village of Hutchinson, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Margaret-Wilkens">Obituary for Margaret E. (Herb) Wilkens | Parsons Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>November 7, 1931 ~ November 8, 2022 (age 91)ELLSWORTHMargaret E. Wilkens, 91, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022, in Ellsworth, KS. She was born November 7, 1931, in Great Bend, KS to Charles and Anna (Schindler) Herb. Margaret married Donald A. Wilkens in Hudson, KS on November 25, 1951. The couple settled in the Lorraine, KS area and remained there until 1988 when they moved to Ellsworth. She was a member of Lorraine First Baptist Church.Margaret is survived by her son Jerry Wilkens of Omaha, NE; daughters Carol Silvernail (David) of Olathe, KS and Connie Wilkens of Hutchinson, KS; grandson Joshua Wilkens (Kristi) of De Soto, KS and Jacob Wilkens (Karla) of Hoisington, KS; and great-grandchildren Ryen, Chase, Jax, Trey, Kinley, and Adler. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Donald Wilkens; and sisters Ruby Tucker, Ruth Ek, Frieda Miller, and Marion Brown.Margaret’s funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Lorraine First Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. No visitation is scheduled.Memorial contributions may be made to Lorraine First Baptist Church or Victory Village of Hutchinson, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Margaret-Wilkens/sympathy">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Margaret-Wilkens/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Margaret E. (Herb) Wilkens, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Margaret-Wilkens/sympathy">visit our floral store.</a>

 Margaret E. Wilkens

<a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/martha-webster">Obituary | Martha Webster | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>

Martha Webster, 86, died November 9, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on October 5, 1936, in Independence, MO, the daughter of Durl and Gertrude (Sirotsky) O'Neil.&nbsp; Martha was raised in Independence, MO. 

She married Gene Webster on August 3, 1957, and they made their home in Overland Park, KS.&nbsp; 

Martha graduated from Central Missouri State College and later earned her master’s degree from the University of Kansas.&nbsp; 

She worked as a speech therapist for the Olathe school district until her retirement.&nbsp;

 In 2014, Gene and Martha moved to Clay Center, where they attended the Clay Center Covenant Church.&nbsp; 

Martha enjoyed the Kansas City Ballet, sewing, quilting, art appreciation, reading books to children and socializing with family and friends.&nbsp;

 Gene preceded her in death on May 11, 2015.&nbsp; 

Martha was a member of Prairie Baptist Church in Prairie Village, the University Women’s Organization, and the Quilting Guild.&nbsp; 

She was also preceded in death by her parents and brothers Don O'Neil, Wade O'Neil and their spouses

Son: Eric and wife Jennifer Webster of Salem, OR

Daughter: Laura and husband Bob Larson of Clay Center, KS

Sister: Carol and husband Martin Wollenberg of Shawnee, KS

Granddaughters: Mariah and husband Michael Brinkman, Karrin Larson and Annie Larson

Grandsons: Sean Webster and Rylan Webster

Several nieces, nephews and their families

Memorials can be made to Clay Center Covenant Church, Parkinson's Research, or KJIL Radio Station c/o the funeral home

Funeral Services: will be held at the Prairie Baptist Church at a later date&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/martha-webster">Obituary | Martha Webster | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>Martha Webster, 86, died November 9, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on October 5, 1936, in Independence, MO, the daughter of Durl and Gertrude (Sirotsky) O'Neil.&nbsp; Martha was raised in Independence, MO. She married Gene Webster on August 3, 1957, and they made their home in Overland Park, KS.&nbsp; Martha graduated from Central Missouri State College and later earned her master’s degree from the University of Kansas.&nbsp; She worked as a speech therapist for the Olathe school district until her retirement.&nbsp; In 2014, Gene and Martha moved to Clay Center, where they attended the Clay Center Covenant Church.&nbsp; Martha enjoyed the Kansas City Ballet, sewing, quilting, art appreciation, reading books to children and socializing with family and friends.&nbsp; Gene preceded her in death on May 11, 2015.&nbsp; Martha was a member of Prairie Baptist Church in Prairie Village, the University Women’s Organization, and the Quilting Guild.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents and brothers Don O'Neil, Wade O'Neil and their spousesSurvivors:Son: Eric and wife Jennifer Webster of Salem, ORDaughter: Laura and husband Bob Larson of Clay Center, KSSister: Carol and husband Martin Wollenberg of Shawnee, KSGranddaughters: Mariah and husband Michael Brinkman, Karrin Larson and Annie LarsonGrandsons: Sean Webster and Rylan WebsterSeveral nieces, nephews and their familiesMemorials can be made to Clay Center Covenant Church, Parkinson's Research, or KJIL Radio Station c/o the funeral homeFuneral Services: will be held at the Prairie Baptist Church at a later date&nbsp;

Martha Webster

<a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/janet-koster">Obituary | Janet J. Koster of Beloit, Kansas | Roberts Family Funeral Service (mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com)</a>

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<h2>Janet J. Koster, Beloit</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/janet-koster">Obituary | Janet J. Koster of Beloit, Kansas | Roberts Family Funeral Service (mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com)</a>April 18, 1934 - November 10, 2022Funeral arrangements are pending.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Janet J. Koster, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/janet-koster/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Janet J. Koster 

Melvin H. Brummer was born to Louis and Marie (Schroeder) Brummer on May 20, 1937 in Tipton. He passed away on November 8, 2022 at the Resident Care Center in Beloit, KS at the age of 85.&nbsp;

Melvin grew up on a farm south of Tipton as the fifth of nine children where they learned a lot about farm life, faith and family. The Brummer brothers’ shenanigans sometimes led to a rosary on the shanty steps. 

He attended St. Boniface Grade School, graduating from Tipton High School in 1955.&nbsp;

After graduation, Melvin met his wife Geraldine (Boden) Brummer. They were united in marriage on May 2, 1959. They settled on a farmstead west of Tipton where they side-by side operated a Grade A dairy, cattle and farming operation. Melvin and Gerry were blessed with five children in their 56 years of loving marriage.&nbsp;

Melvin was an active member of the St. Boniface Catholic church. He served as an Acolyte and Eucharistic Minister. Melvin was a member of Knights of Columbus Council 1645 where he served as Grand Knight and was also a member of the Robert F. Kennedy 4th Degree. One of his proudest moments was the installation of his three sons and two sons-in-law into the 4th Degree.&nbsp; Melvin placed a high value on faith, family, hard work and education, and therefore served as a member of the National Guard, Parish Council and Tipton School Board.

Melvin lived life to the fullest! He shared his wisdom, compassion, leadership and sense of humor with everyone. Some of his favorite pastimes were raising greyhounds (Queenie), coyote hunting, tending and checking his cattle on a Sunday drive to the pasture with fishing pole in tow. He loved the time spent playing pinochle and pitch with family, polka dancing and could be found tapping his foot along with a Lawrence Welk tune.&nbsp;

Melvin's 15 grandchildren captured his heart. They were familiar with the pet names of Smoke, George, Peter Murphy, and Snickle Fritz. He enjoyed giving them rides in his John Deere tractor where he was known to share life lessons along with fun stories. If they ever got bored, he taught them how to sing along to the tune of “Jimmy Crack Corn.”

Melvin's parents, his loving wife, Gerry, brother Charles, and sister Twyla Remus preceded him in death. 

Survivors include his five children: Robin (Kevin) Moore of Osborne, Stacie (Gery) Hake of Tipton, Troy (Stacey) Brummer of Osborne, Tyler (Rebecca) of Genesee, ID, and Chad (Candace) Brummer of Tipton; 15 grandchildren: Kylin and Katelyn Moore, Justin, Jaron, and Linden Hake, Megan (Kyle) Montoya, Shelby and Shyanne Brummer, Jayson and Alyssa Carswell, Tristen, Logan, and Cadyn Brummer, Trenton and Allison Brummer; great-granddaughter Kassidy Brummer along with two more great-grands arriving soon; Melvin’s siblings: Cynthia May of Beloit, Victor (Betty) Brummer of Tipton, Harry Brummer of Lincoln, Kenny (Joanne) Brummer of Tipton, Sylvia (Rick) Budke of Beloit, Michelle (Phillip) Murrow of Tipton;&nbsp; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who made his life complete.

Melvin will be remembered as someone who brought a light so great to the world that even after he’s gone, the light still remains forever in our hearts!

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, November 14 at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Tipton. A rosary service will be at 6:30 p.m. Sunday and visitation will be from 5 p.m. until the rosary service begins at the Church. 

Memorials may be given to the Tipton schools or Masses.

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

<h2>Melvin H. Brummer, Tipton&nbsp;</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Melvin H. Brummer was born to Louis and Marie (Schroeder) Brummer on May 20, 1937 in Tipton. He passed away on November 8, 2022 at the Resident Care Center in Beloit, KS at the age of 85.&nbsp;Melvin grew up on a farm south of Tipton as the fifth of nine children where they learned a lot about farm life, faith and family. The Brummer brothers’ shenanigans sometimes led to a rosary on the shanty steps. He attended St. Boniface Grade School, graduating from Tipton High School in 1955.&nbsp;After graduation, Melvin met his wife Geraldine (Boden) Brummer. They were united in marriage on May 2, 1959. They settled on a farmstead west of Tipton where they side-by side operated a Grade A dairy, cattle and farming operation. Melvin and Gerry were blessed with five children in their 56 years of loving marriage.&nbsp;Melvin was an active member of the St. Boniface Catholic church. He served as an Acolyte and Eucharistic Minister. Melvin was a member of Knights of Columbus Council 1645 where he served as Grand Knight and was also a member of the Robert F. Kennedy 4th Degree. One of his proudest moments was the installation of his three sons and two sons-in-law into the 4th Degree.&nbsp; Melvin placed a high value on faith, family, hard work and education, and therefore served as a member of the National Guard, Parish Council and Tipton School Board.Melvin lived life to the fullest! He shared his wisdom, compassion, leadership and sense of humor with everyone. Some of his favorite pastimes were raising greyhounds (Queenie), coyote hunting, tending and checking his cattle on a Sunday drive to the pasture with fishing pole in tow. He loved the time spent playing pinochle and pitch with family, polka dancing and could be found tapping his foot along with a Lawrence Welk tune.&nbsp;Melvin's 15 grandchildren captured his heart. They were familiar with the pet names of Smoke, George, Peter Murphy, and Snickle Fritz. He enjoyed giving them rides in his John Deere tractor where he was known to share life lessons along with fun stories. If they ever got bored, he taught them how to sing along to the tune of “Jimmy Crack Corn.”Melvin's parents, his loving wife, Gerry, brother Charles, and sister Twyla Remus preceded him in death. Survivors include his five children: Robin (Kevin) Moore of Osborne, Stacie (Gery) Hake of Tipton, Troy (Stacey) Brummer of Osborne, Tyler (Rebecca) of Genesee, ID, and Chad (Candace) Brummer of Tipton; 15 grandchildren: Kylin and Katelyn Moore, Justin, Jaron, and Linden Hake, Megan (Kyle) Montoya, Shelby and Shyanne Brummer, Jayson and Alyssa Carswell, Tristen, Logan, and Cadyn Brummer, Trenton and Allison Brummer; great-granddaughter Kassidy Brummer along with two more great-grands arriving soon; Melvin’s siblings: Cynthia May of Beloit, Victor (Betty) Brummer of Tipton, Harry Brummer of Lincoln, Kenny (Joanne) Brummer of Tipton, Sylvia (Rick) Budke of Beloit, Michelle (Phillip) Murrow of Tipton;&nbsp; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who made his life complete.Melvin will be remembered as someone who brought a light so great to the world that even after he’s gone, the light still remains forever in our hearts!Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, November 14 at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Tipton. A rosary service will be at 6:30 p.m. Sunday and visitation will be from 5 p.m. until the rosary service begins at the Church. Memorials may be given to the Tipton schools or Masses.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Melvin H. Brummer, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/melvin-brummer/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Melvin H. Brummer 

<a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/jerome-jerry-eilert">Obituary | Jerome "Jerry" Eilert of Beloit, Kansas | Roberts Family Funeral Service (mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com)</a>

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 12 at the former Dollar General building at 3053 U.S. Highway 24. Visitation will be from 1-4 p.m. Friday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home, and a rosary service will be at 7 p.m. Friday at the former Dollar General building. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Cornerstone Charitable Foundation or the St. John's Church Restoration Project.

Jerome (Jerry) Joseph Eilert, 80, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022 in Beloit, KS.&nbsp; He was born February 4,1942, to Joseph and Monica (Mans) Eilert in Beloit, KS. 

He attended first through eighth grades at Plum Creek (country) School followed by high school graduation from St. John’s Catholic School. 

He served six months on active duty as part of the Army Reserves Enlistment and spent four years in the reserve program.&nbsp; 

Jerry attended the Park School of Business in Denver, Colorado graduating in February 1963. He also attended Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; 

He later worked in the offices of Graves Van Lines out of Salina, KS before joining the First National Bank of Beloit in 1966 and retiring in 2007. In addition, Jerry farmed his entire life.

Jerry was united in marriage to Mary K. (Brock) on August 6, 1966. To that union, four children were born. In addition to being a devoted member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, he was also a member of the Lions Club, Knights of Columbus, and Cornerstone Charitable Foundation. 

Jerry was a faithful and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. 

He was preceded in death by his parents. 

Jerry is survived by his wife Mary K (Brock) Eilert and children Doug (Beth) Eilert of Beloit; Brian (Sheri) Eilert of Beloit; Lori (Jeff) Mann of Kansas City and Stephen (Ruth) Eilert of Kansas City. He is also survived by brother Ron (Bernice) Eilert and sister Sharon Allphin, both of Beloit. Grandchildren include Meg (Joe) Malone, Luke (Kate) Eilert, Mason Eilert, Elle Eilert, Dominic Eilert, Kolbe Eilert, Andrew Eilert, Logan (fiancé Drew Gregory) Eilert, Emily Eilert, Daniel Eilert, Liz Mann, Jarod Mann, Blake Eilert, Riley Eilert, and great-grandson Max Malone. Additional survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Jerome "Jerry" Eilert, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/jerome-jerry-eilert/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Jerome 'Jerry' Eilert, Beloit</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/jerome-jerry-eilert">Obituary | Jerome "Jerry" Eilert of Beloit, Kansas | Roberts Family Funeral Service (mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com)</a>February 4, 1942 - November 7, 2022Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 12 at the former Dollar General building at 3053 U.S. Highway 24. Visitation will be from 1-4 p.m. Friday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home, and a rosary service will be at 7 p.m. Friday at the former Dollar General building. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Cornerstone Charitable Foundation or the St. John's Church Restoration Project.Jerome (Jerry) Joseph Eilert, 80, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022 in Beloit, KS.&nbsp; He was born February 4,1942, to Joseph and Monica (Mans) Eilert in Beloit, KS. He attended first through eighth grades at Plum Creek (country) School followed by high school graduation from St. John’s Catholic School. He served six months on active duty as part of the Army Reserves Enlistment and spent four years in the reserve program.&nbsp; Jerry attended the Park School of Business in Denver, Colorado graduating in February 1963. He also attended Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He later worked in the offices of Graves Van Lines out of Salina, KS before joining the First National Bank of Beloit in 1966 and retiring in 2007. In addition, Jerry farmed his entire life.Jerry was united in marriage to Mary K. (Brock) on August 6, 1966. To that union, four children were born. In addition to being a devoted member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, he was also a member of the Lions Club, Knights of Columbus, and Cornerstone Charitable Foundation. Jerry was a faithful and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was preceded in death by his parents. Jerry is survived by his wife Mary K (Brock) Eilert and children Doug (Beth) Eilert of Beloit; Brian (Sheri) Eilert of Beloit; Lori (Jeff) Mann of Kansas City and Stephen (Ruth) Eilert of Kansas City. He is also survived by brother Ron (Bernice) Eilert and sister Sharon Allphin, both of Beloit. Grandchildren include Meg (Joe) Malone, Luke (Kate) Eilert, Mason Eilert, Elle Eilert, Dominic Eilert, Kolbe Eilert, Andrew Eilert, Logan (fiancé Drew Gregory) Eilert, Emily Eilert, Daniel Eilert, Liz Mann, Jarod Mann, Blake Eilert, Riley Eilert, and great-grandson Max Malone. Additional survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Jerome "Jerry" Eilert, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/jerome-jerry-eilert/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Jerome 'Jerry' Eilert

<a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/clyde-thrush-i-1">Clyde Thrush I Obituary 2022 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>

Clyde's life began on May 7, 1955, in Indianapolis, IN. He is the son of Cloyce Thrush and Candice(Herald) Knowles.&nbsp;

Clyde served his country in the United States Army and was a disabled veteran. He was a member of the American Legion and in his early years worked as a mechanic. 

Clyde is survived by his children Christy Papadakis of Texas, Elizabeth Thrush of Tennessee, Clyde (Rondee) Thrush Il of Kansas and Timothy Thrush of Florida; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; his girlfriend Karen Cauley (K.C.); his siblings Cecil Thrush, Carl Thrush and Jessica Donnelly, and many nieces and nephews. 

Clyde passed away at his home on November 10, 2022. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Cloyce Thrush, Jr. and Charlie Thrush, and his son-in-law George. 

His family will gather with friends on Thursday, November 17th at 12 p.m. at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington for his graveside services to celebrate his life. 

Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. 

Memorial contributions in Clyde's name may be directed to Disabled American Veterans.

Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Clyde&nbsp;

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<h2>Clyde Edwin Thrush I</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Clyde Edwin Thrush I</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/clyde-thrush-i-1">Clyde Thrush I Obituary 2022 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>May 7, 1955 - November 10, 2022Clyde's life began on May 7, 1955, in Indianapolis, IN. He is the son of Cloyce Thrush and Candice(Herald) Knowles.&nbsp;Clyde served his country in the United States Army and was a disabled veteran. He was a member of the American Legion and in his early years worked as a mechanic. Clyde is survived by his children Christy Papadakis of Texas, Elizabeth Thrush of Tennessee, Clyde (Rondee) Thrush Il of Kansas and Timothy Thrush of Florida; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; his girlfriend Karen Cauley (K.C.); his siblings Cecil Thrush, Carl Thrush and Jessica Donnelly, and many nieces and nephews. His family love him and will miss him. Clyde passed away at his home on November 10, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Cloyce Thrush, Jr. and Charlie Thrush, and his son-in-law George. His family will gather with friends on Thursday, November 17th at 12 p.m. at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington for his graveside services to celebrate his life. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Clyde's name may be directed to Disabled American Veterans.Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Clyde&nbsp;

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Clyde Edwin Thrush I

<a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/vance-silknitter-1">Vance Silknitter Obituary 2022 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>

Vance Silknitter was born January 23, 1952, in Wichita, KS, to Grant and Genevieve Almack Silknitter.

Vance grew up with the streets of Wichita as his playground. He worked a paper route and had many pets: dogs, a squirrel, and a raccoon, which he used to tease his sister, Sonya Sue. His pet raccoon, Zoro, would ride on his bike with him which was quite a sight. He would catch pigeons along the canal route to keep as pets. Vance had a pretty slick system. He would sell his pigeons to friends, but the pigeons would return right back to him. Upon arrival the bird would be caught and eaten by his raccoon. His friends were none the wiser.&nbsp;

After middle school, Vance was sent to Wentworth Military Academy, in Lexington Missouri as a result of getting into trouble and street fights. But military school did not change Vance’s heart. 

He returned to Wichita and graduated from East High; Dad continued to make poor choices. He was involved in crime and drug use but after two bad car accidents, which should have taken his life. He wanted to know if there was anything more to this life than a good time and near-death experiences. He had some “Jesus freak” friends up in Kansas City from his military school days and decided to go set them straight. 

But God did a work in his heart and Vance put his trust in Jesus Christ as his Savior. Those around him saw seven demons exit his body when he accepted Christ as his Savior. He didn’t have any friends in Wichita that could encourage him in his new faith, but God took care of that. Through a series of events, he was placed in a house with a Christian roommate, and they began to have bible studies in that home. 

Vance married and had a beautiful baby girl, but that marriage dissolved, and Dad was a single father for several years.&nbsp;Seems like Vance knew how to do pretty much anything, and if he didn’t know how to do something he would figure it out as he went. 

He worked as a machinist for 47 years at the Boeing Company and Spirit AeroSystems. After a day of work, he was always ready to come home to his family.&nbsp;

Though they grew up in the same church Vance didn’t take notice of his friend’s kid sister, Judy, till she showed kindness toward his daughter Amber. Vance and Judy Shaffer were married on December 1, 1979. 

Now Vance was making some better choices.&nbsp;He fathered seven children and sacrificed greatly to send us to a private Christian school. 

Vance didn’t miss many Berean ball games, concerts or plays for 27 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was a dedicated member of Swiss Church, now Whitewater Community Church. He served as an Awana leader and then commander. Vance also served as a trustee for the church. If there was snow, he was at church shoveling it. If the lawn needed to be mowed; he took care of it. 

He had definitive ideas about how things should be done and made it known.&nbsp;He was an idea man; that can be clearly seen in his garden innovations. Every year, he was fine-tuning his craft. He said that he was fulfilling the biblical mandate, “multiply and tend the garden.”

 Vance went out to water the garden July 29th. He lost his footing and fell to the ground. He spent the next three months traversing the halls of St. Francis Medical Center, moving from room to room, unit to unit. Vance had a great sense of humor which he kept till the end. 

His faith was never stronger than it was those last three months. He didn’t understand why all this was happening to him, but he knew God was a part of it whatever the outcome.&nbsp;

Vance entered eternity to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 7, 2022, surrounded by friends and family. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Grant and Genevieve Silknitter and brother Stephen Kent Silknitter.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Judy Silknitter, his children Amber and Mark Baham of El Cajon, CA; Andrea&nbsp; and James Meier of rural Benton, KS; Jennette and Aaron Gaudern of rural Whitewater, KS; Nathan and Patricia Silknitter of Hornick, IA; Clint and Theresa Silknitter of Moundridge, KS; Scott and Madison Silknitter of Whitewater, KS; and Christine and Adrian Condit of rural Shawnee, KS; 24 grandchildren; and his sister and brother-in-law Sonya and Earl Harris of Colorado.

Vance’s life began on January 23, 1952, in Wichita. He is the son of Grant D. and Genevieve V. (Almack) Silknitter. Vance was a 1970 graduate of Wichita East High School and had attended Wentworth Military Academy. 

He was united in marriage to Judy Shaffer on December 1, 1979, at Mt. Olive Christian Church in Wichita and enjoyed 42 years of marriage.

 Vance worked for Spirit (Boeing) AeroSystems as a machinist for 47 years. 

He was an amazing husband, father, and grandfather.

 Vance coached his kids when they were young and enjoyed hunting and being outdoors with his family. He grew an outstanding garden every year and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his labors with friends and neighbors.

 Vance had a strong faith in our Lord and was an active member of the Whitewater Community Church (Swiss Church) for many years. He was also the Awana director at church for some time. 

Vance loved his animals, especially his Irish Setter, Sable. 

His great joy by far though was his family which includes his wife Judy of Whitewater; children Amber (Mark) Baham of San Diego, CA, Andrea (James) Meier of Benton, Jennette (Aaron) Gaudern of Whitewater, Nathan (Patty) Silknitter of Hornick, IA, Clint (Theresa) Silknitter of Moundridge, Scott (Madison) Silknitter of Whitewater and Christine ( Adrian) Condit of Shawnee, OK; 24 grandchildren and his sister Sonya (Earl) Harris of Bailey, CO.&nbsp; 

Vance passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. 

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Stephen Silknitter. 

His family will gather with friends on Friday November 11, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. at the Whitewater Community Church where his memorial service will be held on Saturday November 12, 2022, at 11a.m. Private family graveside services will be held at Swiss Church Cemetery, Whitewater. 

Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater is serving the family. 

Memorial contributions in Vance’s name may be directed to Christopher’s Hope Orphanage (Haiti) or Ponca Bible Camp in care of the funeral home. 

Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Vance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/vance-silknitter-1">Vance Silknitter Obituary 2022 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>January 23, 1952 - November 7, 2022Vance Silknitter was born January 23, 1952, in Wichita, KS, to Grant and Genevieve Almack Silknitter.Vance grew up with the streets of Wichita as his playground. He worked a paper route and had many pets: dogs, a squirrel, and a raccoon, which he used to tease his sister, Sonya Sue. His pet raccoon, Zoro, would ride on his bike with him which was quite a sight. He would catch pigeons along the canal route to keep as pets. Vance had a pretty slick system. He would sell his pigeons to friends, but the pigeons would return right back to him. Upon arrival the bird would be caught and eaten by his raccoon. His friends were none the wiser.&nbsp;After middle school, Vance was sent to Wentworth Military Academy, in Lexington Missouri as a result of getting into trouble and street fights. But military school did not change Vance’s heart. He returned to Wichita and graduated from East High; Dad continued to make poor choices. He was involved in crime and drug use but after two bad car accidents, which should have taken his life. He wanted to know if there was anything more to this life than a good time and near-death experiences. He had some “Jesus freak” friends up in Kansas City from his military school days and decided to go set them straight. But God did a work in his heart and Vance put his trust in Jesus Christ as his Savior. Those around him saw seven demons exit his body when he accepted Christ as his Savior. He didn’t have any friends in Wichita that could encourage him in his new faith, but God took care of that. Through a series of events, he was placed in a house with a Christian roommate, and they began to have bible studies in that home. Vance married and had a beautiful baby girl, but that marriage dissolved, and Dad was a single father for several years.&nbsp;Seems like Vance knew how to do pretty much anything, and if he didn’t know how to do something he would figure it out as he went. He worked as a machinist for 47 years at the Boeing Company and Spirit AeroSystems. After a day of work, he was always ready to come home to his family.&nbsp;Though they grew up in the same church Vance didn’t take notice of his friend’s kid sister, Judy, till she showed kindness toward his daughter Amber. Vance and Judy Shaffer were married on December 1, 1979. Now Vance was making some better choices.&nbsp;He fathered seven children and sacrificed greatly to send us to a private Christian school. Vance didn’t miss many Berean ball games, concerts or plays for 27 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a dedicated member of Swiss Church, now Whitewater Community Church. He served as an Awana leader and then commander. Vance also served as a trustee for the church. If there was snow, he was at church shoveling it. If the lawn needed to be mowed; he took care of it. He had definitive ideas about how things should be done and made it known.&nbsp;He was an idea man; that can be clearly seen in his garden innovations. Every year, he was fine-tuning his craft. He said that he was fulfilling the biblical mandate, “multiply and tend the garden.” Vance went out to water the garden July 29th. He lost his footing and fell to the ground. He spent the next three months traversing the halls of St. Francis Medical Center, moving from room to room, unit to unit. Vance had a great sense of humor which he kept till the end. His faith was never stronger than it was those last three months. He didn’t understand why all this was happening to him, but he knew God was a part of it whatever the outcome.&nbsp;Vance entered eternity to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 7, 2022, surrounded by friends and family. He is preceded in death by his parents Grant and Genevieve Silknitter and brother Stephen Kent Silknitter.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Judy Silknitter, his children Amber and Mark Baham of El Cajon, CA; Andrea&nbsp; and James Meier of rural Benton, KS; Jennette and Aaron Gaudern of rural Whitewater, KS; Nathan and Patricia Silknitter of Hornick, IA; Clint and Theresa Silknitter of Moundridge, KS; Scott and Madison Silknitter of Whitewater, KS; and Christine and Adrian Condit of rural Shawnee, KS; 24 grandchildren; and his sister and brother-in-law Sonya and Earl Harris of Colorado.Vance’s life began on January 23, 1952, in Wichita. He is the son of Grant D. and Genevieve V. (Almack) Silknitter. Vance was a 1970 graduate of Wichita East High School and had attended Wentworth Military Academy. He was united in marriage to Judy Shaffer on December 1, 1979, at Mt. Olive Christian Church in Wichita and enjoyed 42 years of marriage. Vance worked for Spirit (Boeing) AeroSystems as a machinist for 47 years. He was an amazing husband, father, and grandfather. Vance coached his kids when they were young and enjoyed hunting and being outdoors with his family. He grew an outstanding garden every year and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his labors with friends and neighbors. Vance had a strong faith in our Lord and was an active member of the Whitewater Community Church (Swiss Church) for many years. He was also the Awana director at church for some time. Vance loved his animals, especially his Irish Setter, Sable. His great joy by far though was his family which includes his wife Judy of Whitewater; children Amber (Mark) Baham of San Diego, CA, Andrea (James) Meier of Benton, Jennette (Aaron) Gaudern of Whitewater, Nathan (Patty) Silknitter of Hornick, IA, Clint (Theresa) Silknitter of Moundridge, Scott (Madison) Silknitter of Whitewater and Christine ( Adrian) Condit of Shawnee, OK; 24 grandchildren and his sister Sonya (Earl) Harris of Bailey, CO.&nbsp; Vance passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Stephen Silknitter. His family will gather with friends on Friday November 11, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. at the Whitewater Community Church where his memorial service will be held on Saturday November 12, 2022, at 11a.m. Private family graveside services will be held at Swiss Church Cemetery, Whitewater. Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Vance’s name may be directed to Christopher’s Hope Orphanage (Haiti) or Ponca Bible Camp in care of the funeral home. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Vance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.To plant&nbsp;<a href="https://condolences.com/Lamb-Funeral-Home/trees/?bgs=F%2BG5KOa%2FTtiSY9jKc5jDUyxpbwwOSgBHOKgXPdSX2MFQPpafDeQDOBSSN4lJzAdigwqVg68Uirwkm5TDRh4%2F9nNTtHpm5%2BZWS01kZCgBPv2tAkElk6bLK%2Bpq29%2Fd0kLxo9wSX1bHncya%2FbDnqyO%2BHaEWhTTjUOkxErRi8hBkd7133k3JAu74rZTFb4xVDmem4iBC0o3Z6iJZb7LMz1MJqXkBePPeeA2lpBgiRLoJpbMCrokOdnR6DIxpg4tSs8UOHJ1JK2hwys84yyztFvz7%2Fu363k11WmZannA0wtKVPh%2BpdhDwuQ%2BgyRTsW4jVE4LMGNcyB32goiTc20F1ZLXr9OVeFVPjGy5YmfPhcLmDpTAlSjYmHYYtv1pUqGy6FhouRt2es6WY%2BAi03OIk3as3qRfRscJvppGXCPBQ6bLSmjANe%2FZFiHUrZeUiTccBPGlLIDkQHRd2WjNnq4zH8qieBvTtG1SrPSQgzKTL8Gf%2BCf4hofahBymzHIT2XXlWI9hq3AWadqxGjSajAAT5OkUm%2Flg3Olo6hkK7PDF1YQ%2FeApR77JWP5RaugzXW1i8nWM8fkenpWNWQVcIjrC1uokU7lJQvMqexA4oc4%2F7%2FcE2DXa8r%2F9Dl0cmqji7%2FMgLPN1u0WhbWbejHI0PgpUpLSzgb3zSjPdHlCKcvc5A7Tiyg2iSbHUGHwQg3HlezMIFhNZLYJG92NpPhI%2B2jZcI2Nv4zDbBYVsSI0JV0685PEkuZd4IlcTI5PK17aPymaWg1MiRELzVaJvgAdFWpkz%2BrazU%2F53tYuZtTz%2FiDoVYLrHNtdcUQ9hcund9G5%2B%2Fn5hwmum3%2B2eKs6mdX0ZO41D1a%2Fuq3OM3ydwe8irBuNZekFIAggRVmwzehwBI1Xj%2FPQV9EAWKT5AwUStJKUp2z8iMAfNsVVUtubIWlgZX9b51JtFohE31zb8uYsgjXLPIcXMNI99NYmp319wJaVyITzpKbBtkqJjl35dWpjVfdQGSvODgWwYdMep%2BTvbNmzLklwt0y1PDA0CCU%2B%2BmGnJDADMji1sOECy5%2FhJcUZUuQf7%2B6QhDOhJ0IRE%2F2%2FEp1C%2BPH8BnV0hChypx8yvkz7Hi924Xz0kq6OvNG1RNlTTqaOZ1OzbiHE9FmY7wG%2Bx9s6SxWQDAyHGjnV3hJURtNiFd%2FRV7WRJM0NgNn%2B%2FBLLILssgqVZrMjcgzcvAkV2UpRIlGYogNSvaWq6YW7kJ5SQ5ik1VG7kZnjVmr3XBWjaONKLNhIbs0aXaAmUXhvYSolWdISZuzwS6GLewnrwU0EoFey6BiCDHXhEW69fQFdLQjt%2FJElRBBnhd4kAabDRQ1iqiDTi4twFsBFN0GjmkvDzLvatvqUxq4DznpAtGJfRa6pWeJoP2r9p8DRLBRZcx2ED2c0mqk8H2ScxyDEFT5yZuKsgRlPKsPmW%2FlVftz3iii41AoUwtsqH2QS6nUejqRw0bLF0DMMwZ74nyZpuiQRXIads23xSXIwMDwCM%2FvtM%2FmqurBQVTL6xk9lMB8blX4o814zGnSVCwFWRWgGbMQj%2BY8rdDwddQxSH5L1m2KQBFPEXZQnBhPuJqfXkNXlqoQV3JiZiD4ELk5ggi%2F9Ht5fUwi3spaFdtPcjEER%2F1nbKxcFulN%2BVI4WtxquOlbOQhhldLLBpd8dknXJB%2Bmdx3jmrs645hcnQmGw4GdJBrd0S7ydfa7OL%2Flm%2BsJrUzTO9pXLyVCbhK%2BX80i9JJFTJyP9Odoywmd4QHUl1eNzB%2FLmmlnr0Xzy9T50YMA7hnjDjvR2yaKSMZ08qf0f%2BNiK9MGbluwrxZYO%2FOUjgA%3D%3D">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Vance Silknitter, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://condolences.com/Lamb-Funeral-Home/flowers/?bgs=F%2BG5KOa%2FTtiSY9jKc5jDUyxpbwwOSgBHOKgXPdSX2MFQPpafDeQDOBSSN4lJzAdigwqVg68Uirwkm5TDRh4%2F9nNTtHpm5%2BZWS01kZCgBPv2tAkElk6bLK%2Bpq29%2Fd0kLxo9wSX1bHncya%2FbDnqyO%2BHaEWhTTjUOkxErRi8hBkd7133k3JAu74rZTFb4xVDmem4iBC0o3Z6iJZb7LMz1MJqXkBePPeeA2lpBgiRLoJpbMCrokOdnR6DIxpg4tSs8UOHJ1JK2hwys84yyztFvz7%2Fu363k11WmZannA0wtKVPh%2BpdhDwuQ%2BgyRTsW4jVE4LMGNcyB32goiTc20F1ZLXr9OVeFVPjGy5YmfPhcLmDpTAlSjYmHYYtv1pUqGy6FhouRt2es6WY%2BAi03OIk3as3qRfRscJvppGXCPBQ6bLSmjANe%2FZFiHUrZeUiTccBPGlLIDkQHRd2WjNnq4zH8qieBvTtG1SrPSQgzKTL8Gf%2BCf4hofahBymzHIT2XXlWI9hq3AWadqxGjSajAAT5OkUm%2Flg3Olo6hkK7PDF1YQ%2FeApR77JWP5RaugzXW1i8nWM8fkenpWNWQVcIjrC1uokU7lJQvMqexA4oc4%2F7%2FcE2DXa8r%2F9Dl0cmqji7%2FMgLPN1u0WhbWbejHI0PgpUpLSzgb3zSjPdHlCKcvc5A7Tiyg2iSbHUGHwQg3HlezMIFhNZLYJG92NpPhI%2B2jZcI2Nv4zDbBYVsSI0JV0685PEkuZd4IlcTI5PK17aPymaWg1MiRELzVaJvgAdFWpkz%2BrazU%2F53tYuZtTz%2FiDoVYLrHNtdcUQ9hcund9G5%2B%2Fn5hwmum3%2B2eKs6mdX0ZO41D1a%2Fuq3OM3ydwe8irBuNZekFIAggRVmwzehwBI1Xj%2FPQV9EAWKT5AwUStJKUp2z8iMAfNsVVUtubIWlgZX9b51JtFohE31zb8uYsgjXLPIcXMNI99NYmp319wJaVyITzpKbBtkqJjl35dWpjVfdQGSvODgWwYdMep%2BTvbNmzLklwt0y1PDA0CCU%2B%2BmGnJDADMji1sOECy5%2FhJcUZUuQf7%2B6QhDOhJ0IRE%2F2%2FEp1C%2BPH8BnV0hChypx8yvkz7Hi924Xz0kq6OvNG1RNlTTqaOZ1OzbiHE9FmY7wG%2Bx9s6SxWQDAyHGjnV3hJURtNiFd%2FRV7WRJM0NgNn%2B%2FBLLILssgqVZrMjcgzcvAkV2UpRIlGYogNSvaWq6YW7kJ5SQ5ik1VG7kZnjVmr3XBWjaONKLNhIbs0aXaAmUXhvYSolWdISZuzwS6GLewnrwU0EoFey6BiCDHXhEW69fQFdLQjt%2FJElRBBnhd4kAabDRQ1iqiDTi4twFsBFN0GjmkvDzLvatvqUxq4DznpAtGJfRa6pWeJoP2r9p8DRLBRZcx2ED2c0mqk8H2ScxyDEFT5yZuKsgRlPKsPmW%2FlVftz3iii41AoUwtsqH2QS6nUejqRw0bLF0DMMwZ74nyZpuiQRXIads23xSXIwMDwCM%2FvtM%2FmqurBQVTL6xk9lMB8blX4o814zGnSVCwFWRWgGbMQj%2BY8rdDwddQxSH5L1m2KQBFPEXZQnBhPuJqfXkNXlqoQV3JiZiD4ELk5ggi%2F9Ht5fUwi3spaFdtPcjEER%2F1nbKxcFulN%2BVI4WtxquOlbOQhhldLLBpd8dknXJB%2Bmdx3jmrs645hcnQmGw4GdJBrd0S7ydfa7OL%2Flm%2BsJrUzTO9pXLyVCbhK%2BX80i9JJFTJyP9Odoywmd4QHUl1eNzB%2FLmmlnr0Xzy9T50YMA7hnjDjvR2yaKSMZ08qf0f%2BNiK9MGbluwrxZYO%2FOUjgA%3D%3D">flower store</a>.

Vance Silknitter

<a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/judy-hein-1">Judy Hein Obituary 2022 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>

Judith (Judy) Arlene Hein was born October 6, 1941, on the family farm in rural Seneca, KS. She is the daughter of John Bernard and Marcella Ann (Rettle) Rethman.

 She graduated from St. Peter and Paul High School in 1959. 

She married her first husband, Anthony Luke Brinker, who passed away on November 8, 1976. She was later married to Walter John Hein on June 21, 1997, in Marion, KS.

Judy loved dancing, especially polka, and was a very avid KU Basketball fan. Judy also enjoyed cooking and was known for her chocolate cake. Family was very important to Judy, and she loved being with her grandchildren.

Judy’s family includes her husband Walter Hein; children Kevin (Brenda) Brinker, Shawna Pierce, Tammy (Brad) Smith; grandchildren Kory (Shelby) Brinker, Kolby (Kaitlyn) Brinker, Kody (Kat) Brinker, Kyle Brinker, Megan Adamson, Dalton Smith; great-grandchildren Oliver Brinker, Wren Brinker, siblings John (Jerian) Rethman, Wayne (Marlene) Rethman, Doris Fairfield, Carol Karnowski, Mary (Frank) Sander; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Judy, at the age of 81, passed away on November 01, 2022, at St. Luke Hospital, Marion, KS, surrounded by her loving family. 

She is preceded in death by her parents John and Marcella Rethman; first husband Anthony Luke Brinker; daughter Elaine Brinker; siblings infant Juanita Rose, Tom Rethman, Marceil Fouraker, Elizabeth Himmelberg, and Walter “Pete” Rethman.

The family of Judy Hein would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff at St. Luke Hospital for the excellent care that was given to Judy, and the support that was provided for the family.

A rosary service will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on November 19th at St. John the Evangelist’s Catholic Church in El Dorado.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions in Judy’s name may be directed to St. Luke Hospital Foundation. 

Yazel-Megli Funeral Home is serving the family. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Judy at www.yazelmeglifh.com.

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<h2>Judy Arlene Hein</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/judy-hein-1">Judy Hein Obituary 2022 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>October 6, 1941 - November 1, 2022Judith (Judy) Arlene Hein was born October 6, 1941, on the family farm in rural Seneca, KS. She is the daughter of John Bernard and Marcella Ann (Rettle) Rethman. She graduated from St. Peter and Paul High School in 1959. She married her first husband, Anthony Luke Brinker, who passed away on November 8, 1976. She was later married to Walter John Hein on June 21, 1997, in Marion, KS.Judy loved dancing, especially polka, and was a very avid KU Basketball fan. Judy also enjoyed cooking and was known for her chocolate cake. Family was very important to Judy, and she loved being with her grandchildren.Judy’s family includes her husband Walter Hein; children Kevin (Brenda) Brinker, Shawna Pierce, Tammy (Brad) Smith; grandchildren Kory (Shelby) Brinker, Kolby (Kaitlyn) Brinker, Kody (Kat) Brinker, Kyle Brinker, Megan Adamson, Dalton Smith; great-grandchildren Oliver Brinker, Wren Brinker, siblings John (Jerian) Rethman, Wayne (Marlene) Rethman, Doris Fairfield, Carol Karnowski, Mary (Frank) Sander; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.Judy, at the age of 81, passed away on November 01, 2022, at St. Luke Hospital, Marion, KS, surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Marcella Rethman; first husband Anthony Luke Brinker; daughter Elaine Brinker; siblings infant Juanita Rose, Tom Rethman, Marceil Fouraker, Elizabeth Himmelberg, and Walter “Pete” Rethman.The family of Judy Hein would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff at St. Luke Hospital for the excellent care that was given to Judy, and the support that was provided for the family.A rosary service will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on November 19th at St. John the Evangelist’s Catholic Church in El Dorado.&nbsp;Memorial contributions in Judy’s name may be directed to St. Luke Hospital Foundation. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home is serving the family. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Judy at www.yazelmeglifh.com.To plant&nbsp;<a href="https://condolences.com/Yazel-Megli-Funeral-Home-Marion/trees/?bgs=F%2BG5KOa%2FTtiSY9jKc5jDUwwBurm5aIGzxAWFG9rPExdSluydp1aZ2TGcf5qFiVc66g5O0IvhygMcYtBdoh%2BMV76CDfCUp4491CAoLUky6YuKMmQkRruDXSS2gNymDRk%2FAeQpAIlnT3yJQMziD%2F%2F1Cxtp6CpVRokmaU29ElresZR6hGZJ8LIYfr6ZMmFUO2xwMexE1mckuU%2FJYO15oxs6TaHMdypd1NXC3OjnlriNUsMytTr9ecS%2F3uPn3WafztBE1blCjR7thoSuK27759%2B3t63Qgwdsiwe5X%2FZx9h%2BZttgDjuvHpzY27LKaOidZKv%2F6p4HbcnIRKa4Rkb63ByHKBcs9oYSmrFq2xyBxsmeq%2FQd8Vtwh34pnI707Z7Ad2BfufHdQTg10LzjcX3THG9Mb63VSf94dUoO5QI0F3S7XTfGu3s0rlJUlIiwk8%2B8K5nwFqEX0q6we1QJ7%2Bs8edSWSkYsUxv4omZsW2mI5d2Ee0YCao%2FQwElMVa1fmIAPZY4X2VbJX0zUyTdsQHFtvx3M85ycVEWF5aOKl3QtFS%2B3xKXP8%2BXggMDvD51oWHKI4mxKluVka%2FCwbzNoJWZywR0Lzk6oOFs%2BOj%2B4HPE4tKWS%2FvbqiRaxM185F1Ul0RRjy4L%2FOjAGlWY92gepnxBe%2F7Fodm%2FULgG0jKfoqklNAsuNVfWjBJhvWHKL%2B8CWjHDoiCVSlNfkRmWibvpXT5JS4Zlxy56JnCfxbD81jP9j8QnxJVnf1LN00OOG%2B8P2bIvds8zU0se8DLK31HHh6SnqAJk8ZT8sV2ea5e49%2FoAmm48TRQPjevQ2LNtPDIRqDWvKNoRK%2FxTG2vAiod5WX0gNuTVn9DuhzPtRpaDEGmdHobOW%2BDf56FVsu%2ByumaqQwhFqmT%2Fenefb%2BWMYQ6uMpNq3J3yPJjJ%2FdKtToanMHLspa78Noyum7PsDH67dDpwwuuzRpBD4CpM5OsR%2FSsRJoYGAxVM%2BYWGsxKHui1acvDhXFtMl0CHwtPSVDmTJA2dZbgrSsuebd19t3RZNGUWTBX8dYhd5nReGi5FMatld4Z%2F0Yc5O7NdceRe135n40vZVgXwMbTW%2BP">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Judy Hein, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://condolences.com/Yazel-Megli-Funeral-Home-Marion/flowers/?bgs=F%2BG5KOa%2FTtiSY9jKc5jDUwwBurm5aIGzxAWFG9rPExdSluydp1aZ2TGcf5qFiVc66g5O0IvhygMcYtBdoh%2BMV76CDfCUp4491CAoLUky6YuKMmQkRruDXSS2gNymDRk%2FAeQpAIlnT3yJQMziD%2F%2F1Cxtp6CpVRokmaU29ElresZR6hGZJ8LIYfr6ZMmFUO2xwMexE1mckuU%2FJYO15oxs6TaHMdypd1NXC3OjnlriNUsMytTr9ecS%2F3uPn3WafztBE1blCjR7thoSuK27759%2B3t63Qgwdsiwe5X%2FZx9h%2BZttgDjuvHpzY27LKaOidZKv%2F6p4HbcnIRKa4Rkb63ByHKBcs9oYSmrFq2xyBxsmeq%2FQd8Vtwh34pnI707Z7Ad2BfufHdQTg10LzjcX3THG9Mb63VSf94dUoO5QI0F3S7XTfGu3s0rlJUlIiwk8%2B8K5nwFqEX0q6we1QJ7%2Bs8edSWSkYsUxv4omZsW2mI5d2Ee0YCao%2FQwElMVa1fmIAPZY4X2VbJX0zUyTdsQHFtvx3M85ycVEWF5aOKl3QtFS%2B3xKXP8%2BXggMDvD51oWHKI4mxKluVka%2FCwbzNoJWZywR0Lzk6oOFs%2BOj%2B4HPE4tKWS%2FvbqiRaxM185F1Ul0RRjy4L%2FOjAGlWY92gepnxBe%2F7Fodm%2FULgG0jKfoqklNAsuNVfWjBJhvWHKL%2B8CWjHDoiCVSlNfkRmWibvpXT5JS4Zlxy56JnCfxbD81jP9j8QnxJVnf1LN00OOG%2B8P2bIvds8zU0se8DLK31HHh6SnqAJk8ZT8sV2ea5e49%2FoAmm48TRQPjevQ2LNtPDIRqDWvKNoRK%2FxTG2vAiod5WX0gNuTVn9DuhzPtRpaDEGmdHobOW%2BDf56FVsu%2ByumaqQwhFqmT%2Fenefb%2BWMYQ6uMpNq3J3yPJjJ%2FdKtToanMHLspa78Noyum7PsDH67dDpwwuuzRpBD4CpM5OsR%2FSsRJoYGAxVM%2BYWGsxKHui1acvDhXFtMl0CHwtPSVDmTJA2dZbgrSsuebd19t3RZNGUWTBX8dYhd5nReGi5FMatld4Z%2F0Yc5O7NdceRe135n40vZVgXwMbTW%2BP">flower store</a>.

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