<a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/kenneth-nicholas">Obituary | Kenneth Gene Nicholas of Salina, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a>

Kenneth Gene Nicholas, 72, of Salina, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021.&nbsp; He was born March 31, 1949, in Ronceverte, West Virginia.

Kenneth worked for Great Plains Manufacturing as a master mechanic for 16 years. He also served our country in the United States Army. Kenneth was a member of VFW Post 1432, the DAV and American Legion 62.

He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond Ray and Lovie Elizabeth (Coltrue) Nicholas; daughter Shannon Louise Nicholas; grandson Justice Stone; sisters Betty, Virgie, Helen, Harriett; and brothers Lloyd, Vince, Carroll, Ronald.

Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Barbara Nicholas of the home; children Angela J. Hicks of Salina, Lawanda E. Nicholas-Jackson of Salina, David R. Nicholas of Salina; brother Stephen J. Nicholas; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 15, 2021, at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.

Memorials may be made to the family in care of Roselawn Mortuary, P.O. Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/kenneth-nicholas">Obituary | Kenneth Gene Nicholas of Salina, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a>March 31, 1949 - October 1, 2021Kenneth Gene Nicholas, 72, of Salina, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021.&nbsp; He was born March 31, 1949, in Ronceverte, West Virginia.Kenneth worked for Great Plains Manufacturing as a master mechanic for 16 years. He also served our country in the United States Army. Kenneth was a member of VFW Post 1432, the DAV and American Legion 62.He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond Ray and Lovie Elizabeth (Coltrue) Nicholas; daughter Shannon Louise Nicholas; grandson Justice Stone; sisters Betty, Virgie, Helen, Harriett; and brothers Lloyd, Vince, Carroll, Ronald.Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Barbara Nicholas of the home; children Angela J. Hicks of Salina, Lawanda E. Nicholas-Jackson of Salina, David R. Nicholas of Salina; brother Stephen J. Nicholas; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 15, 2021, at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.Memorials may be made to the family in care of Roselawn Mortuary, P.O. Box 2322, Salina, 67402.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Kenneth Gene Nicholas, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/kenneth-nicholas/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Kenneth Gene Nicholas

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Aileen-Eaton/">Aileen N. Eaton Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Aileen Naomi Eaton, 92, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 8, 2021, surrounded by family at MTM Boarding Care Home, McPherson. She was a retired deputy city clerk for the city of McPherson. Aileen was born on February 14, 1929, in Pacific Junction, IA, the daughter of Roland O. and Grace N. (Ewell) Davison. She graduated in 1946 from Thurman High School, Iowa. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, American Legion Auxiliary, Starlite Lanes 700 Club, and Kansas Bowling Hall of Fame. Survivors include: nieces and nephews, Linus LeFever (Kay) of Glenwood, IA, Mary Forney of Sidney, IA, Joni Angleton (Robb) of Eagle River, AK, Sue LeFever of Glenwood IA, Judie Steiner (Joe) of Inman, KS, Larry Woods (Beverly) of Moore, OK, Lisa Nelson (Dave) of Kansas City, MO, and Lynda Krahl (Jeff) of McPherson, KS; and many numerous great-nieces and great-nephews and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Lois Seibel and Ruth LeFever. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 14, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 15, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Emily Spearman Cannon officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

To view a live stream broadcast of the service, please click on the following link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5cflDseXQI-X9a0PFSMh0Q/featured" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5cflDseXQI-X9a0PFSMh0Q/featured</a> Memorial donations may be given to First United Methodist Church or American Cancer Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Aileen N. Eaton, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Aileen-Eaton/">Aileen N. Eaton Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>February 14, 1929 - October 8, 2021Aileen Naomi Eaton, 92, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 8, 2021, surrounded by family at MTM Boarding Care Home, McPherson. She was a retired deputy city clerk for the city of McPherson. Aileen was born on February 14, 1929, in Pacific Junction, IA, the daughter of Roland O. and Grace N. (Ewell) Davison. She graduated in 1946 from Thurman High School, Iowa. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, American Legion Auxiliary, Starlite Lanes 700 Club, and Kansas Bowling Hall of Fame. Survivors include: nieces and nephews, Linus LeFever (Kay) of Glenwood, IA, Mary Forney of Sidney, IA, Joni Angleton (Robb) of Eagle River, AK, Sue LeFever of Glenwood IA, Judie Steiner (Joe) of Inman, KS, Larry Woods (Beverly) of Moore, OK, Lisa Nelson (Dave) of Kansas City, MO, and Lynda Krahl (Jeff) of McPherson, KS; and many numerous great-nieces and great-nephews and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Lois Seibel and Ruth LeFever. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 14, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 15, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Emily Spearman Cannon officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. To view a live stream broadcast of the service, please click on the following link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5cflDseXQI-X9a0PFSMh0Q/featured" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5cflDseXQI-X9a0PFSMh0Q/featured</a> Memorial donations may be given to First United Methodist Church or American Cancer Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Aileen N. Eaton, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

Aileen N. Eaton

<a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/melva-mcguin">Obituary | Melva McGuin of Beloit, Kansas | Roberts Family Funeral Service (mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com)</a>

Melva Arlene Schultz Sears McGuin went peacefully in her home to be with her Lord on October 8, 2021. She was born on May 28, 1937 to Walter E. and V. Mildred Stanhope Schultz in Lebanon, Kansas, the oldest daughter of seven children. 

Surviving siblings include brother Garry (Justina) Schultz of Council Bluffs, IA, sisters Donna Conrad of Smith Center, and Nila Smith of Lindsborg. 

Preceding her in death were brothers Paul and Loren, and sister Karen.

Melva married Cleo Sears in 1956, later divorcing. To this union were born four children. She married Michael McGuin in 1972, later divorcing. To this union was born a daughter, and later adopting her two granddaughters.

Having been a cook in various establishments throughout her life, she loved to cook for her family and spending time with them. She was famous for her homemade noodles, cinnamon rolls, and pumpkin pie. Her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-granddaughter were the light of her life.

Along with her siblings, Melva is also survived by her children Rodney Sears and Regina (Al) Benjamin of Wichita, Kelly Sears of Logansport, IN, Teresa (Paul) Moncrieff, currently stationed in Germany, Kim Carlton, Jennifer (Brian) Greenwell of Beloit, and Rebecca (Jason) Matyas of Salina; and grandchildren, Angela (Thomas) Klingenberg of Byron, GA, Ashley (Gabe) Diaz of Wichita, Rachel (Andy) Fox of Madison, IN, and Joel Sears of Wabash, IN. She also leaves to mourn 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Preceding her in death along with her siblings, are her parents; one great-grandson; and one son-in-law.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 14 at the Beloit First Christian Church, and burial services will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Cedar Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., with family present from 5-6:30 Pp.m. Wednesday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. 

Memorials may be given to the Church or Solomon Valley Hospice.

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

<h2>Melva McGuin, Beloit</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/melva-mcguin">Obituary | Melva McGuin of Beloit, Kansas | Roberts Family Funeral Service (mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com)</a>May 28, 1937 - October 8, 2021Melva Arlene Schultz Sears McGuin went peacefully in her home to be with her Lord on October 8, 2021. She was born on May 28, 1937 to Walter E. and V. Mildred Stanhope Schultz in Lebanon, Kansas, the oldest daughter of seven children. Surviving siblings include brother Garry (Justina) Schultz of Council Bluffs, IA, sisters Donna Conrad of Smith Center, and Nila Smith of Lindsborg. Preceding her in death were brothers Paul and Loren, and sister Karen.Melva married Cleo Sears in 1956, later divorcing. To this union were born four children. She married Michael McGuin in 1972, later divorcing. To this union was born a daughter, and later adopting her two granddaughters.Having been a cook in various establishments throughout her life, she loved to cook for her family and spending time with them. She was famous for her homemade noodles, cinnamon rolls, and pumpkin pie. Her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-granddaughter were the light of her life.Along with her siblings, Melva is also survived by her children Rodney Sears and Regina (Al) Benjamin of Wichita, Kelly Sears of Logansport, IN, Teresa (Paul) Moncrieff, currently stationed in Germany, Kim Carlton, Jennifer (Brian) Greenwell of Beloit, and Rebecca (Jason) Matyas of Salina; and grandchildren, Angela (Thomas) Klingenberg of Byron, GA, Ashley (Gabe) Diaz of Wichita, Rachel (Andy) Fox of Madison, IN, and Joel Sears of Wabash, IN. She also leaves to mourn 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.Preceding her in death along with her siblings, are her parents; one great-grandson; and one son-in-law.Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 14 at the Beloit First Christian Church, and burial services will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Cedar Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., with family present from 5-6:30 Pp.m. Wednesday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the Church or Solomon Valley Hospice.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Melva McGuin, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/melva-mcguin/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Melva McGuin

<a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/max-tate">Obituary | Max L. Tate of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>

Max L. Tate, age 58, of Concordia, KS, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Research Medical Facility, KC, MO.&nbsp; 

Arrangements are pending with Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.

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

<h2>Max L. Tate, Concordia</h2><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/max-tate">Obituary | Max L. Tate of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>April 19, 1963 - October 10, 2021Max L. Tate, age 58, of Concordia, KS, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Research Medical Facility, KC, MO.&nbsp; Arrangements are pending with Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Max L. Tate, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/max-tate/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Max L. Tate

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dona-Irwin">Obituary for Dona Gertrude (Foss) Irwin | Ryan Mortuary</a>

December 12, 1928 ~ October 2, 2021 (age 92)

SALINA -&nbsp;Dona Gertrude Irwin&nbsp;joined her family in heaven on Oct. 2, 2021. She was born Dec. 12, 1928 in Edmond, Kan., to George and Ruby (Elder) Foss. 

She was married to John F. Irwin Jr. on May 14, 1948 and they were able to celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary in 2018. 

She is remembered by her daughter Jan Woods, Manhattan; three grandchildren, Erin Woods, Manhattan, Lindsay Eddie (Rian) with Leena and Carson, and Tyler Woods (Kyra) with Kyser.

She was preceded in death by her spouse John F. Irwin, Jr.; a daughter, Debbie; one brother; two sisters; and her parents.

Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m., Friday, October 15, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, with family present from 5-7. The graveside funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 16, at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Salina.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dona-Irwin">Obituary for Dona Gertrude (Foss) Irwin | Ryan Mortuary</a>December 12, 1928 ~ October 2, 2021 (age 92)SALINA -&nbsp;Dona Gertrude Irwin&nbsp;joined her family in heaven on Oct. 2, 2021. She was born Dec. 12, 1928 in Edmond, Kan., to George and Ruby (Elder) Foss. She was married to John F. Irwin Jr. on May 14, 1948 and they were able to celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary in 2018. She is remembered by her daughter Jan Woods, Manhattan; three grandchildren, Erin Woods, Manhattan, Lindsay Eddie (Rian) with Leena and Carson, and Tyler Woods (Kyra) with Kyser.She was preceded in death by her spouse John F. Irwin, Jr.; a daughter, Debbie; one brother; two sisters; and her parents.Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m., Friday, October 15, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, with family present from 5-7. The graveside funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 16, at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Salina.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dona-Irwin/sympathy">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dona-Irwin/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Dona, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Dona-Irwin/sympathy">visit our floral store.</a>

Dona Irwin

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Julia-England">Obituary for Julia Mae "Julie" (Herbel) England | Ryan Mortuary</a>

October 11, 1933 ~ October 8, 2021 (age 87)

Julia Mae "Julie" England, 87, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021.

Julia Mae was born Oct. 11, 1933 in Dorrance, KS, the daughter of Reinhart and Julia (Meier) Herbel. 

After graduating from Dorrance High School and Brown Mackie Business College, she devoted her life to being a homemaker, mother and grandmother. Julie has made Salina her home since 1977 where she was a member of The First Christian Church. Julie loved to cook for her family and was an avid KU Jayhawk fan.

She was married to Junior Zahradnik from 1951 until 1977. To this union were born two children, Jay Dee Zahradnik and Jenise Dawn (Zahradnik) Mick. Julie was married to Roy E. England from 1987 until his death in 2011. &nbsp;

Besides her husband, Julie was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Everett Herbel.

Left to mourn her passing are her son Jay Dee (Carol) Zahradnik, Murfreesboro, TN and their children and grandchildren: JC (Beth) Zahradnik; Clarksly, Carter, Monroe and Deacon, Anthony, KS; JT (Becca) Zahradnik; Genevieve, Isaiah and Juliet, Muscatine, IA; Brandon (Laura) Elliott; Addison &amp; Ainsley, Smyrna, TN; Brett (Amanda) Elliott, Hermitage, TN; and Lakin Elliott, Littleton, CO; her brother Eugene Herbel, Woodward, OK; her sister-in-law Vivian Herbel, Dorrance, KS, and her estranged daughter Jenise Mick and her two sons.

Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary where the family will receive friends prior to the service. Private burial will be held at a later time in the Dorrance Cemetery, Dorrance, KS.

In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Julia-England">Obituary for Julia Mae "Julie" (Herbel) England | Ryan Mortuary</a>October 11, 1933 ~ October 8, 2021 (age 87)Julia Mae "Julie" England, 87, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021.Julia Mae was born Oct. 11, 1933 in Dorrance, KS, the daughter of Reinhart and Julia (Meier) Herbel. After graduating from Dorrance High School and Brown Mackie Business College, she devoted her life to being a homemaker, mother and grandmother. Julie has made Salina her home since 1977 where she was a member of The First Christian Church. Julie loved to cook for her family and was an avid KU Jayhawk fan.She was married to Junior Zahradnik from 1951 until 1977. To this union were born two children, Jay Dee Zahradnik and Jenise Dawn (Zahradnik) Mick. Julie was married to Roy E. England from 1987 until his death in 2011. &nbsp;Besides her husband, Julie was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Everett Herbel.Left to mourn her passing are her son Jay Dee (Carol) Zahradnik, Murfreesboro, TN and their children and grandchildren: JC (Beth) Zahradnik; Clarksly, Carter, Monroe and Deacon, Anthony, KS; JT (Becca) Zahradnik; Genevieve, Isaiah and Juliet, Muscatine, IA; Brandon (Laura) Elliott; Addison &amp; Ainsley, Smyrna, TN; Brett (Amanda) Elliott, Hermitage, TN; and Lakin Elliott, Littleton, CO; her brother Eugene Herbel, Woodward, OK; her sister-in-law Vivian Herbel, Dorrance, KS, and her estranged daughter Jenise Mick and her two sons.Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary where the family will receive friends prior to the service. Private burial will be held at a later time in the Dorrance Cemetery, Dorrance, KS.In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Ryan Mortuary.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Julia-England/sympathy">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Julia-England/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Julia, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Julia-England/sympathy">visit our floral store.</a>

Julia England

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Edna-Davis">Obituary for Edna L. Davis | Ryan Mortuary</a>

November 21, 1935 ~ October 2, 2021 (age 85)

Edna L. Davis, 85, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021.&nbsp; She was born November 21, 1935, in Terrell, TX Earl and Sarah (Deboard) Stewart. &nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband John who passed in 1997; her parents; daughters Linda Jackson and Barbara Jackson; siblings Earl Stewart Jr., Ottie Lee Rezendes, Roy Stewart, Etta Mae Moore, Floyd Stewart, Loyzett Stewart.

Survivors include her sons J.T. Davis, of Salina, Jerry Davis (Melissa), of Burlington; grandson Colton Davis; sisters Leatries Auldridge of Borger, TX and Rose Kuykendall of NC.

Graveside service was 1 p.m. Thursday, October 7, 2021, in Gypsum Hill Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hand in Hand Hospice, 1201 W. 12th Ave, Emporia, KS 66801.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Edna L. Davis, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Edna-Davis/sympathy">floral store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Edna-Davis">Obituary for Edna L. Davis | Ryan Mortuary</a>November 21, 1935 ~ October 2, 2021 (age 85)Edna L. Davis, 85, passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021.&nbsp; She was born November 21, 1935, in Terrell, TX Earl and Sarah (Deboard) Stewart. &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband John who passed in 1997; her parents; daughters Linda Jackson and Barbara Jackson; siblings Earl Stewart Jr., Ottie Lee Rezendes, Roy Stewart, Etta Mae Moore, Floyd Stewart, Loyzett Stewart.Survivors include her sons J.T. Davis, of Salina, Jerry Davis (Melissa), of Burlington; grandson Colton Davis; sisters Leatries Auldridge of Borger, TX and Rose Kuykendall of NC.Graveside service was 1 p.m. Thursday, October 7, 2021, in Gypsum Hill Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Hand in Hand Hospice, 1201 W. 12th Ave, Emporia, KS 66801.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Edna L. Davis, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Edna-Davis/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Edna Davis

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MaryPat-Roche">Obituary for Mary "Pat" (Gilbreth) Roche | Ryan Mortuary</a>

August 19, 1942 ~ October 7, 2021 (age 79)

Mary Patricia “Pat” Roche, 79, of Salina passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Thursday, October 7, 2021.&nbsp; She was born Mary Patricia Gilbreth, the youngest of eight children on August 19, 1942, in Joplin, Missouri, to Roy Love and Agnes Genevieve (Kelly) Gilbreth.&nbsp; 

She attended college at Missouri Southern University and graduated from Pittsburg State University in 1965 with a bachelor's degree in secondary education.&nbsp;

In 1966, she married her college sweetheart Daniel Lee Sherman of Overland Park, KS, and had one son named Daniel Archer together. 

Daniel joined the U.S. Army and was sent to Vietnam while Pat returned to Joplin with their son. She worked as a teacher at St. Mary's Grade School in Joplin.&nbsp; Tragically, Daniel was killed in action in 1966.&nbsp; 

She then went on to meet her second husband, Joseph Beale Roche. They were married in 1968 and their teaching careers brought them to Salina, KS. 

They had two sons, Andrew Michael and Joseph Matthew. 

Joseph began teaching at Salina South and remained there until his death in May 1979. 

Pat worked as a teacher for many years at Central HS as an at-risk teacher and as a Girl Scout counselor, all while raising her three sons. Pat changed careers and began working at Kansas SRS as a child support enforcement officer until her retirement in 2003. In her senior years, she enjoyed a return to education as she served as a substitute teacher in the Salina and Ell-Saline School Districts.&nbsp; Often she would be called to duty at Ell-Saline HS to sub for her youngest son when he left for sporting events.&nbsp; In her spare time she enjoyed reading, sewing, gardening and playing with her dogs.&nbsp; She embraced the chance to travel and visit her middle son while he toured in the U.S. Army, often staying to help while he deployed. A final joy in her life was spoiling her grandchildren with her wonderful reading and baking skills. Pat was a strong independent lady until her last breath, teaching us the very definition of "survival." &nbsp;

Pat is preceded in death by six siblings: Martha Newby, Francis Burr, Ruth Johnson, David Gilbreth, Robert Gilbreth and Bill Gilbreth.

Survivors include one sibling, James Gilbreth of Columbia, MO; and her children Daniel A. Sherman of Salina, Andrew M. Roche (and wife Vicki) of Junction City, and Joseph M. Roche (and wife Tina) of Salina; and three grandchildren, Gabriel Roche, Julian Roche, and Eva Roche.

Visitation will be at Ryan Mortuary on Monday, October 11 from 5-7 p.m. with rosary at 6 p.m.

An additional service will be held at a later time in Joplin where Pat will take her final resting place. &nbsp;

Memorials may be made to the family in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MaryPat-Roche">Obituary for Mary "Pat" (Gilbreth) Roche | Ryan Mortuary</a>August 19, 1942 ~ October 7, 2021 (age 79)Mary Patricia “Pat” Roche, 79, of Salina passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Thursday, October 7, 2021.&nbsp; She was born Mary Patricia Gilbreth, the youngest of eight children on August 19, 1942, in Joplin, Missouri, to Roy Love and Agnes Genevieve (Kelly) Gilbreth.&nbsp; She attended college at Missouri Southern University and graduated from Pittsburg State University in 1965 with a bachelor's degree in secondary education.&nbsp;In 1966, she married her college sweetheart Daniel Lee Sherman of Overland Park, KS, and had one son named Daniel Archer together. Daniel joined the U.S. Army and was sent to Vietnam while Pat returned to Joplin with their son. She worked as a teacher at St. Mary's Grade School in Joplin.&nbsp; Tragically, Daniel was killed in action in 1966.&nbsp; She then went on to meet her second husband, Joseph Beale Roche. They were married in 1968 and their teaching careers brought them to Salina, KS. They had two sons, Andrew Michael and Joseph Matthew. Joseph began teaching at Salina South and remained there until his death in May 1979. Pat worked as a teacher for many years at Central HS as an at-risk teacher and as a Girl Scout counselor, all while raising her three sons. Pat changed careers and began working at Kansas SRS as a child support enforcement officer until her retirement in 2003. In her senior years, she enjoyed a return to education as she served as a substitute teacher in the Salina and Ell-Saline School Districts.&nbsp; Often she would be called to duty at Ell-Saline HS to sub for her youngest son when he left for sporting events.&nbsp; In her spare time she enjoyed reading, sewing, gardening and playing with her dogs.&nbsp; She embraced the chance to travel and visit her middle son while he toured in the U.S. Army, often staying to help while he deployed. A final joy in her life was spoiling her grandchildren with her wonderful reading and baking skills. Pat was a strong independent lady until her last breath, teaching us the very definition of "survival." &nbsp;Pat is preceded in death by six siblings: Martha Newby, Francis Burr, Ruth Johnson, David Gilbreth, Robert Gilbreth and Bill Gilbreth.Survivors include one sibling, James Gilbreth of Columbia, MO; and her children Daniel A. Sherman of Salina, Andrew M. Roche (and wife Vicki) of Junction City, and Joseph M. Roche (and wife Tina) of Salina; and three grandchildren, Gabriel Roche, Julian Roche, and Eva Roche.Visitation will be at Ryan Mortuary on Monday, October 11 from 5-7 p.m. with rosary at 6 p.m.An additional service will be held at a later time in Joplin where Pat will take her final resting place. &nbsp;Memorials may be made to the family in care of Ryan Mortuary.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MaryPat-Roche/sympathy">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MaryPat-Roche/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Mary "Pat", please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MaryPat-Roche/sympathy">visit our floral store.</a>

Mary 'Pat' Roche 

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Bradley-Gunelson">Obituary for Bradley Kent Gunelson | Ryan Mortuary</a>

September 1, 1941 ~ September 14, 2021 (age 80)

Bradley Kent Gunelson, 80, was called home on September 14, 2021, peacefully surrounded by family and special friends at KU Medical Center in Kansas City Kansas. Brad was born on September 1, 1941 in Enterprise Kansas to Earl B. and Grace D (Stuck) Gunelson. 

Brad married Sue Hatfield on April 12, 1962 and to this union they had three children, Lisa Davis (Dan), Jeff Gunelson (Jennifer), and Craig Gunelson (Brenda). They later divorced and Brad married L. Cay Helbert and after her death married Shirley Roach, whom were later divorced.

Including his children, Brad is survived by his grandchildren Tyler Gunelson (Ashley), Trevor Gunelson (Tara), Haley Gunelson, Henslie Gunelson, Seth Gunelson and Noah Jackman; great-grandchildren Hadlee Gunelson, Layton Gunelson and many close friends and grand friends.

Brad enjoyed watching and grandstand coaching all of the kids and grandkids playing ball. In the early years, Brad and Sue were instrumental in the Salina Babe Ruth Baseball program, organizing, coaching and traveling with the state championship team. Brad inspired a whole generation of ball players from sons, grandsons, granddaughters, many coaches and players. You would always hear someone say "Hey Coach" when he was out and about.

Brad was very proud of his consistent blood donation of over 40 gallons in his lifetime. He was also greatly involved in the hot rod culture in the KC area and loved every car show he could get to and always shared a great story from each one. He had worked for Tony’s Pizza fron 1976 until 1992.

A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 16 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, the Rev. Loren Houltberg officiating.

Memorials may be given to Salina Youth Baseball in Bradley's name.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Bradley Kent Gunelson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Bradley-Gunelson/sympathy">floral store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Bradley-Gunelson">Obituary for Bradley Kent Gunelson | Ryan Mortuary</a>September 1, 1941 ~ September 14, 2021 (age 80)Bradley Kent Gunelson, 80, was called home on September 14, 2021, peacefully surrounded by family and special friends at KU Medical Center in Kansas City Kansas. Brad was born on September 1, 1941 in Enterprise Kansas to Earl B. and Grace D (Stuck) Gunelson. Brad married Sue Hatfield on April 12, 1962 and to this union they had three children, Lisa Davis (Dan), Jeff Gunelson (Jennifer), and Craig Gunelson (Brenda). They later divorced and Brad married L. Cay Helbert and after her death married Shirley Roach, whom were later divorced.Including his children, Brad is survived by his grandchildren Tyler Gunelson (Ashley), Trevor Gunelson (Tara), Haley Gunelson, Henslie Gunelson, Seth Gunelson and Noah Jackman; great-grandchildren Hadlee Gunelson, Layton Gunelson and many close friends and grand friends.Brad enjoyed watching and grandstand coaching all of the kids and grandkids playing ball. In the early years, Brad and Sue were instrumental in the Salina Babe Ruth Baseball program, organizing, coaching and traveling with the state championship team. Brad inspired a whole generation of ball players from sons, grandsons, granddaughters, many coaches and players. You would always hear someone say "Hey Coach" when he was out and about.Brad was very proud of his consistent blood donation of over 40 gallons in his lifetime. He was also greatly involved in the hot rod culture in the KC area and loved every car show he could get to and always shared a great story from each one. He had worked for Tony’s Pizza fron 1976 until 1992.A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 16 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, the Rev. Loren Houltberg officiating.Memorials may be given to Salina Youth Baseball in Bradley's name.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Bradley Kent Gunelson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Bradley-Gunelson/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Bradley Gunelson

Becky Garcia, 60, and Victor Garcia, 56, passed away on September 28, 2021, and October 6, 2021, respectively. Both died of complications from Covid-19. The two loved to do everything in life together, and now they can do everything, in Heaven, together as well.

Becky is survived by her children, Bobbie Taylor and Jon-Luke Martin, her sister Teresa Cochran (Steve), her brothers, Ricky Lee Bruner, and James Dale Bruner, and her granddaughter Taylor Haddox. Victor is survived by his father, Gilbert Garcia (Sabrina) and his brothers, Roland Garcia, Kellin Garcia, Gavin Garcia and Maria C. Williams and a nephew, Mathew A. Pantoja. The two loved to host as much family as they could for the holidays, excited to share the blend of Mexican and American foods Becky loved to cook.&nbsp;

There will be a Memorial Mass of Christian burial for both Becky and Victor together at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday October 12, 2021, at the St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Catholic Church Parish Hall. For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

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 </figure>Becky Garcia, 60, and Victor Garcia, 56, passed away on September 28, 2021, and October 6, 2021, respectively. Both died of complications from Covid-19. The two loved to do everything in life together, and now they can do everything, in Heaven, together as well.Becky is survived by her children, Bobbie Taylor and Jon-Luke Martin, her sister Teresa Cochran (Steve), her brothers, Ricky Lee Bruner, and James Dale Bruner, and her granddaughter Taylor Haddox. Victor is survived by his father, Gilbert Garcia (Sabrina) and his brothers, Roland Garcia, Kellin Garcia, Gavin Garcia and Maria C. Williams and a nephew, Mathew A. Pantoja. The two loved to host as much family as they could for the holidays, excited to share the blend of Mexican and American foods Becky loved to cook.&nbsp;There will be a Memorial Mass of Christian burial for both Becky and Victor together at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday October 12, 2021, at the St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Catholic Church Parish Hall. For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

Becky and Victor Garcia

Steven (Steve) Clair Henningsen, 70, died October 7, 2021. He was born September 13, 1951, in Salina, the son of Clair and Margaret (Neilson) Henningsen. He married Linda Fry on March 29, 1975, in the Central Christian Church, Belleville, Kansas. Steve was a Soil Conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service. He was a community leader in his church, 4-H and was a volunteer for Access Television and the Rescue Mission. He was a lifelong&nbsp;fan of the Kansas City Royals baseball team.

Steve is preceded in death by his parents, a stepmother, Millie, and his sister, Ann Henningsen.

He&nbsp;is survived by his wife, Linda; his daughter, Kristi (Chuck) Hays, and his son, John Henningsen. He has three grandchildren, Stephanie, Cameo and Madison and 3 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be Monday evening, October 11 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Foursquare Church. Family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Celebration of life will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at Emmanuel Foursquare Church, Salina. Burial will be at 2:00 pm in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to Salina Shares or Emmanuel&nbsp;Foursquare church. For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

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 </figure>Steven (Steve) Clair Henningsen, 70, died October 7, 2021. He was born September 13, 1951, in Salina, the son of Clair and Margaret (Neilson) Henningsen. He married Linda Fry on March 29, 1975, in the Central Christian Church, Belleville, Kansas. Steve was a Soil Conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service. He was a community leader in his church, 4-H and was a volunteer for Access Television and the Rescue Mission. He was a lifelong&nbsp;fan of the Kansas City Royals baseball team.Steve is preceded in death by his parents, a stepmother, Millie, and his sister, Ann Henningsen.He&nbsp;is survived by his wife, Linda; his daughter, Kristi (Chuck) Hays, and his son, John Henningsen. He has three grandchildren, Stephanie, Cameo and Madison and 3 great grandchildren.Visitation will be Monday evening, October 11 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Foursquare Church. Family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Celebration of life will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at Emmanuel Foursquare Church, Salina. Burial will be at 2:00 pm in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Salina Shares or Emmanuel&nbsp;Foursquare church. For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

Steven Clair Henningsen

<a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/rosalie-menhusen">Obituary | Rosalie D. Menhusen of Mankato, Kansas | Melby Mortuary</a>

Early in the morning of October 6, 2021, Rosalie Menhusen walked into heaven, into the arms of her savior.&nbsp; Rosalie Delilah (Dillinger) Menhusen was born in Smith Center, KS, November 21, 1940, the second daughter of Sidney Clyde and Eva Delilah (Tedrow) Dillinger.&nbsp; 

As a Methodist minister's daughter, they moved frequently. Rosalie attended elementary schools at Dresden, Selden, and Bird City, KS, and high school at Sharon Springs, graduating in 1958. She graduated from Kansas Wesleyan University in 1963 with a B. A. in chemistry with minors in math and education.

She was married to Jon B. Menhusen on August 13, 1961. To this union they had a son, Philip Allen, and a daughter, Penny Elizabeth.

Rosalie felt that one of the most important responsibilities of any generation is to prepare the next generation. In her careers as teacher, mother, and grandmother, she devoted herself to this aim. She taught science and math at Burr Oak High School for one year and at Mankato High School for 22 years (1964-65, 1976-96). She continued with private tutoring, volunteering at the school, and substitute teaching for many years after retirement.

In 1987, Rosalie was named Distinguished Teacher by the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars.&nbsp; The Scholars’ Bowl team which she coached qualified for state in 1991.&nbsp; In 1993 four of her students qualified for state with their science projects at the KS Jr. Academy of Science. In 1993 and 1996 she was nominated by former students for “Who’s Who Among American Teachers.” Many of her students went on to get degrees in science and math, crediting “Mrs. Menhusen” for sparking their wonder and passion.&nbsp; Her chemistry room right off the school cafeteria would occasionally create interesting smells for a cafeteria, as the students worked in the lab.&nbsp; Those walking by her room would often see half the class up at the chalk board, working on problems, while the others tried to help from their desks.&nbsp; They also might hear the whole class repeating songs or chants that Rosalie had devised to help the students in remembering algebra rules.&nbsp; A rare treat was for the physics class to cross the street to her home and use the basement pool table to learn about angles and Newton’s Laws.

Rosalie was a member of Chapter CN, P.E.O., Harmony United Methodist Women, Rebecca Circle, and the Mankato Association of Professional Educators, serving in many offices in all. &nbsp;At Harmony U.M. Church, she played the organ, was in the bell choir and chancel choir, and assisted with Jr. Choir for 20 years. She continued to play the organ even with numb fingers and toes until her back was unable to tolerate it, then she switched to the piano which she played for church until her last month on Earth. She was a committed, active member of the board of directors of the State Exchange Bank for 30 years, and was the Jewell County blood drive coordinator for the American Red Cross for approximately 10 years.

Rosalie embodied the phrase, “You will know we are Christians by our love.” She served and loved others, and especially her husband, Jon, whom she loved with all of her heart.&nbsp; She fought off terminal cancer for a decade longer than anyone expected, because of sacrificial love. They were life-partners in every sense of the word, caring for each other, singing together, dancing together, going to concerts and car races together, karaoke and Sunday School, canoeing on the lake (despite being afraid of water and unable to swim) and hosting family and friends together.&nbsp; 

All the grandchildren, nieces and nephews have wonderful memories making cookies with Grandma/Aunt Rosie in her kitchen. &nbsp;She was the creator of the famous Aunt Rosie rolls, and every one of her daughters, nieces, and grandchildren wore her treasured handmade outfits. She set goals for her oncologist of seeing her youngest grandchild graduate high school, then to attend one then two of her grandchildren’s weddings, and then to see her great-grandchild, Ruby Joy, join our family, then to see her oldest grandchild go into ministry and receive her master’s of divinity degree, and most recently, her 60th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.

Survivors include: husband, Jon Menhusen; son Philip Menhusen and wife Lori of Mankato; and daughter Dr. Penny Jeffery and husband Arlen of Wichita; five grandchildren: Beth Graverholt (Brett), Emma Walker (Dakota), Anna Menhusen, Allison and Eric Jeffery; great-granddaughter, Ruby Joy Walker; a sister, Coralyn Kaufman, Mankato, and a brother Rollin Dillinger, Wichita; plus six nieces and nephews.

Memorials to Harmony United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, Rosalie Menhusen Scholarship Fund through the Mankato Endowment Association, or the Jewell County Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at Harmony United Methodist Church Monday, October 11 at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Mankato, with Pastor Jim Rice officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Melby Mortuary on Sunday, October 10, 2-4 p.m., with family receiving friends.&nbsp; 

For online condolences, please visit www.melbymortuary.com.

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rosalie D. Menhusen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/rosalie-menhusen/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Rosalie D. Menhusen, Mankato</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/rosalie-menhusen">Obituary | Rosalie D. Menhusen of Mankato, Kansas | Melby Mortuary</a>Early in the morning of October 6, 2021, Rosalie Menhusen walked into heaven, into the arms of her savior.&nbsp; Rosalie Delilah (Dillinger) Menhusen was born in Smith Center, KS, November 21, 1940, the second daughter of Sidney Clyde and Eva Delilah (Tedrow) Dillinger.&nbsp; As a Methodist minister's daughter, they moved frequently. Rosalie attended elementary schools at Dresden, Selden, and Bird City, KS, and high school at Sharon Springs, graduating in 1958. She graduated from Kansas Wesleyan University in 1963 with a B. A. in chemistry with minors in math and education.She was married to Jon B. Menhusen on August 13, 1961. To this union they had a son, Philip Allen, and a daughter, Penny Elizabeth.Rosalie felt that one of the most important responsibilities of any generation is to prepare the next generation. In her careers as teacher, mother, and grandmother, she devoted herself to this aim. She taught science and math at Burr Oak High School for one year and at Mankato High School for 22 years (1964-65, 1976-96). She continued with private tutoring, volunteering at the school, and substitute teaching for many years after retirement.In 1987, Rosalie was named Distinguished Teacher by the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars.&nbsp; The Scholars’ Bowl team which she coached qualified for state in 1991.&nbsp; In 1993 four of her students qualified for state with their science projects at the KS Jr. Academy of Science. In 1993 and 1996 she was nominated by former students for “Who’s Who Among American Teachers.” Many of her students went on to get degrees in science and math, crediting “Mrs. Menhusen” for sparking their wonder and passion.&nbsp; Her chemistry room right off the school cafeteria would occasionally create interesting smells for a cafeteria, as the students worked in the lab.&nbsp; Those walking by her room would often see half the class up at the chalk board, working on problems, while the others tried to help from their desks.&nbsp; They also might hear the whole class repeating songs or chants that Rosalie had devised to help the students in remembering algebra rules.&nbsp; A rare treat was for the physics class to cross the street to her home and use the basement pool table to learn about angles and Newton’s Laws.Rosalie was a member of Chapter CN, P.E.O., Harmony United Methodist Women, Rebecca Circle, and the Mankato Association of Professional Educators, serving in many offices in all. &nbsp;At Harmony U.M. Church, she played the organ, was in the bell choir and chancel choir, and assisted with Jr. Choir for 20 years. She continued to play the organ even with numb fingers and toes until her back was unable to tolerate it, then she switched to the piano which she played for church until her last month on Earth. She was a committed, active member of the board of directors of the State Exchange Bank for 30 years, and was the Jewell County blood drive coordinator for the American Red Cross for approximately 10 years.Rosalie embodied the phrase, “You will know we are Christians by our love.” She served and loved others, and especially her husband, Jon, whom she loved with all of her heart.&nbsp; She fought off terminal cancer for a decade longer than anyone expected, because of sacrificial love. They were life-partners in every sense of the word, caring for each other, singing together, dancing together, going to concerts and car races together, karaoke and Sunday School, canoeing on the lake (despite being afraid of water and unable to swim) and hosting family and friends together.&nbsp; All the grandchildren, nieces and nephews have wonderful memories making cookies with Grandma/Aunt Rosie in her kitchen. &nbsp;She was the creator of the famous Aunt Rosie rolls, and every one of her daughters, nieces, and grandchildren wore her treasured handmade outfits. She set goals for her oncologist of seeing her youngest grandchild graduate high school, then to attend one then two of her grandchildren’s weddings, and then to see her great-grandchild, Ruby Joy, join our family, then to see her oldest grandchild go into ministry and receive her master’s of divinity degree, and most recently, her 60th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.Survivors include: husband, Jon Menhusen; son Philip Menhusen and wife Lori of Mankato; and daughter Dr. Penny Jeffery and husband Arlen of Wichita; five grandchildren: Beth Graverholt (Brett), Emma Walker (Dakota), Anna Menhusen, Allison and Eric Jeffery; great-granddaughter, Ruby Joy Walker; a sister, Coralyn Kaufman, Mankato, and a brother Rollin Dillinger, Wichita; plus six nieces and nephews.Memorials to Harmony United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, Rosalie Menhusen Scholarship Fund through the Mankato Endowment Association, or the Jewell County Hospital.Funeral services will be held at Harmony United Methodist Church Monday, October 11 at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Mankato, with Pastor Jim Rice officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Melby Mortuary on Sunday, October 10, 2-4 p.m., with family receiving friends.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.melbymortuary.com.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rosalie D. Menhusen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.melbymortuary.com/obituary/rosalie-menhusen/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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Alberta Mae Moyer - Wright, Camarillo, California

<a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/obituaries/Alberta-Moyer-Wright/">Alberta Mae Moyer - Wright Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (gliddenedigerfuneral.com)</a>

Alberta Mae Wright, age 80, of Camarillo, CA, passed away August 28, 2021 at home, after a long battle with COPD. She was born October 27, 1940 in Council Grove, KS, the daughter of Theodore James Turner and Madalyn Belle Reeder Turner. Alberta married Gerald W. Moyer (Shorty) on December 15, 1957. This union added two children, Rhonda S. Moyer-Noda and Forrest W. Moyer. Later Alberta married Donald Wright in Wichita, KS. Alberta’s life was filled with challenges and surprises! She quit school when she was 14 years old. At the age of 26 she petitioned the Galva School Board to return to high school to attain her high school diploma, which she did in 1968. After completing this goal she went to work at the McPherson County Extension Office where she worked for many years. She also worked for CertainTeed Corporation, Alliance Life, Kansas State Social Welfare system, and Wichita State University, from which she retired. She is survived by her daughter Rhonda Noda (husband Victor) and her son Forrest Moyer (wife Nancy); five grandchildren, Isabelle Scott (husband Bret), Ivanna Moyer (fiancé Joshua Morton), Israel Moyer, Ilanna Moyer (fiancé Joshua Morton), and Isiah Moyer; and one great-grandson Ronin Scott; two sisters, Velma Duncun and Viola Hollar (husband Raymond); a sister-in-law, Maybelle Turner; and many nieces and nephews and close friends. Alberta was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Theodor Turner, Jr., Delbert Turner, Roland Turner, Harry Turner, and Kenneth Turner; and four sisters, Doris Turner Hight, Mary Bernice Turner, Madelyn Maxine Turner Wells, and Melba Turner Gray. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating. Burial will be at the Dunlap Cemetery, rural Rose Hill, Kansas.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Alberta Mae Moyer - Wright, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Alberta Mae Moyer - Wright, Camarillo, California</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/obituaries/Alberta-Moyer-Wright/">Alberta Mae Moyer - Wright Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (gliddenedigerfuneral.com)</a>October 27, 1940 - August 28, 2021Alberta Mae Wright, age 80, of Camarillo, CA, passed away August 28, 2021 at home, after a long battle with COPD. She was born October 27, 1940 in Council Grove, KS, the daughter of Theodore James Turner and Madalyn Belle Reeder Turner. Alberta married Gerald W. Moyer (Shorty) on December 15, 1957. This union added two children, Rhonda S. Moyer-Noda and Forrest W. Moyer. Later Alberta married Donald Wright in Wichita, KS. Alberta’s life was filled with challenges and surprises! She quit school when she was 14 years old. At the age of 26 she petitioned the Galva School Board to return to high school to attain her high school diploma, which she did in 1968. After completing this goal she went to work at the McPherson County Extension Office where she worked for many years. She also worked for CertainTeed Corporation, Alliance Life, Kansas State Social Welfare system, and Wichita State University, from which she retired. She is survived by her daughter Rhonda Noda (husband Victor) and her son Forrest Moyer (wife Nancy); five grandchildren, Isabelle Scott (husband Bret), Ivanna Moyer (fiancé Joshua Morton), Israel Moyer, Ilanna Moyer (fiancé Joshua Morton), and Isiah Moyer; and one great-grandson Ronin Scott; two sisters, Velma Duncun and Viola Hollar (husband Raymond); a sister-in-law, Maybelle Turner; and many nieces and nephews and close friends. Alberta was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Theodor Turner, Jr., Delbert Turner, Roland Turner, Harry Turner, and Kenneth Turner; and four sisters, Doris Turner Hight, Mary Bernice Turner, Madelyn Maxine Turner Wells, and Melba Turner Gray. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating. Burial will be at the Dunlap Cemetery, rural Rose Hill, Kansas. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Alberta Mae Moyer - Wright, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

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<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Don-Pennington/">Don Pennington Sr. Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Don Pennington, Sr., 78, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, surrounded by family at his home. Don was a farmer and rancher and was a truck driver for Farmland Industries, retiring in 2004. Don was born on February 23, 1943, in McCune, KS, the son of Dewey and Lydia Mae (Jacquinet) Pennington. He attended the McPherson schools.

On July 15, 1962, Don was united in marriage to Judy A. Burns in McPherson. They were married for 55 years before Judy’s passing on May 11, 2018. He was the president of V.FW. Unit #2715 and past president of the V.F.W. Men’s Auxiliary. He was also past master of McPherson Lodge #172 AF &amp; AM, and was a member of Isis Shrine. Survivors include: three children, Don Pennington, Jr. of McPherson, KS, Danny Pennington and wife, Darlene, of Castle Rock, WA, and Kristi Schrader and husband, Andy, of McPherson, KS; a brother, Dewey Pennington and wife, Yvonne, of Lehigh, KS; a sister, Shirley Cain (Don) of Mt. Vernon, MO; five grandchildren, Rylee and Drew Schrader of McPherson, KS, Jessica Pennington of Longview, WA, Diana Pennington of Hoover, AL, and Erica Pennington of Cheney, WA; two great-grandchildren, Aubree and Myla Hutchinson; many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sister, Janice Behr. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 11, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 12, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

To view a live stream broadcast of the service, please click on the link below: <a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/don-pennington-memorial-service-525500" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/don-pennington-memorial-service-525500</a> Memorial donations may be given to V.F.W. Post #2715 or McPherson Lodge #172 AF &amp; AM 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/Don-Pennington/">Don Pennington Sr. Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>February 23, 1943 - October 6, 2021Don Pennington, Sr., 78, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, surrounded by family at his home. Don was a farmer and rancher and was a truck driver for Farmland Industries, retiring in 2004. Don was born on February 23, 1943, in McCune, KS, the son of Dewey and Lydia Mae (Jacquinet) Pennington. He attended the McPherson schools. On July 15, 1962, Don was united in marriage to Judy A. Burns in McPherson. They were married for 55 years before Judy’s passing on May 11, 2018. He was the president of V.FW. Unit #2715 and past president of the V.F.W. Men’s Auxiliary. He was also past master of McPherson Lodge #172 AF &amp; AM, and was a member of Isis Shrine. Survivors include: three children, Don Pennington, Jr. of McPherson, KS, Danny Pennington and wife, Darlene, of Castle Rock, WA, and Kristi Schrader and husband, Andy, of McPherson, KS; a brother, Dewey Pennington and wife, Yvonne, of Lehigh, KS; a sister, Shirley Cain (Don) of Mt. Vernon, MO; five grandchildren, Rylee and Drew Schrader of McPherson, KS, Jessica Pennington of Longview, WA, Diana Pennington of Hoover, AL, and Erica Pennington of Cheney, WA; two great-grandchildren, Aubree and Myla Hutchinson; many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sister, Janice Behr. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 11, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 12, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. To view a live stream broadcast of the service, please click on the link below: <a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/don-pennington-memorial-service-525500" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/don-pennington-memorial-service-525500</a> Memorial donations may be given to V.F.W. Post #2715 or McPherson Lodge #172 AF &amp; AM in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Don Pennington, Sr., please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

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<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Debra-Coe">Obituary for Debra Lynn (Sanborn) Coe | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>

November 25, 1953 ~ October 6, 2021 (age 67)

Debra Lynn Coe, 67, passed away October 6, 2021 in Ellsworth. She was born November 25, 1953 in McPherson to Maxine (Polson) and Don R. Sanborn. She graduated from Salina Central High School in 1971. 

On March 2, 1974 she was united in marriage to Gary Coe in Salina. 

Debra worked as a machinist at Cashco, Inc. for 40 years. She served on the Kanopolis Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years and was a member of the Kanopolis Sunflower Civic Club for 5 years. She loved her family deeply, most of all spending time with her granddaughters, following them around and watching them in all their activities.&nbsp; Her favorite pastimes included camping, fishing, and watching KU basketball.

Debra is survived by her husband, Gary Coe of Kanopolis; daughter Jenny Thornton (Shaun) of Ellsworth; son Jarid Coe (Heidi) of Nickerson; grandchildren Haley and Jordi Thornton, and Charlie Coe; and brother Dennis Sanborn of Salina.

 She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Tuesday, October 12, 2021, with family present 6-8 p.m. at Parsons Funeral Home in Ellsworth.

Funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 13, 2021, Parsons Funeral Home with burial following in the Kanopolis Cemetery. Per Debra’s request, the service will be casual dress.

Memorial contributions may be made to Kanopolis United Methodist Church or Ellsworth County Cancer Fund, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Debra Lynn (Sanborn) Coe, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Debra-Coe/sympathy">floral store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Debra-Coe">Obituary for Debra Lynn (Sanborn) Coe | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>November 25, 1953 ~ October 6, 2021 (age 67)Debra Lynn Coe, 67, passed away October 6, 2021 in Ellsworth. She was born November 25, 1953 in McPherson to Maxine (Polson) and Don R. Sanborn. She graduated from Salina Central High School in 1971. On March 2, 1974 she was united in marriage to Gary Coe in Salina. Debra worked as a machinist at Cashco, Inc. for 40 years. She served on the Kanopolis Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years and was a member of the Kanopolis Sunflower Civic Club for 5 years. She loved her family deeply, most of all spending time with her granddaughters, following them around and watching them in all their activities.&nbsp; Her favorite pastimes included camping, fishing, and watching KU basketball.Debra is survived by her husband, Gary Coe of Kanopolis; daughter Jenny Thornton (Shaun) of Ellsworth; son Jarid Coe (Heidi) of Nickerson; grandchildren Haley and Jordi Thornton, and Charlie Coe; and brother Dennis Sanborn of Salina. She was preceded in death by her parents.Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Tuesday, October 12, 2021, with family present 6-8 p.m. at Parsons Funeral Home in Ellsworth.Funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 13, 2021, Parsons Funeral Home with burial following in the Kanopolis Cemetery. Per Debra’s request, the service will be casual dress.Memorial contributions may be made to Kanopolis United Methodist Church or Ellsworth County Cancer Fund, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Debra Lynn (Sanborn) Coe, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Debra-Coe/sympathy">floral store.</a>

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<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Carol-Torkelson">Obituary for Carol Lou (Storjohann) Torkelson | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>

November 8, 1938 ~ October 6, 2021 (age 82)

&nbsp;Carol Lou Torkelson, 82, passed away October 6, 2021 in Salina. She was born November 8, 1938 in rural Tama Co, IA to Irma (Harders) and John Storjohann.

Carol married Elger Hansen and later married Tim Leroy Torkelson in Marshalltown, IA on April 18, 1964 and worked as a caregiver at Mosaic for more than 10 years in Ellsworth.

Carol is survived by her daughter, Kari Anderson of St. Louis, MO; son, Kevin Hansen of Lafayette, LA; son, Brian Hansen (Sherry) of Lafayette, LA; son, Jeff Torkelson (Kim) of Ellsworth; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tim; infant daughter, Mary; infant grandson, Joshua Hansen; grandson, Jesse Snyder; brother, Gene Storjohann; and sister, Marlene Wiebensohn.

A private family graveside service will take place at Ellsworth Memorial Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Smoky Hills Charitable Foundation, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Carol Lou (Storjohann) Torkelson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Carol-Torkelson/sympathy">floral store.</a>

<h2>&nbsp;Carol Lou Torkelson, Ellsworth</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Carol-Torkelson">Obituary for Carol Lou (Storjohann) Torkelson | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>November 8, 1938 ~ October 6, 2021 (age 82)&nbsp;Carol Lou Torkelson, 82, passed away October 6, 2021 in Salina. She was born November 8, 1938 in rural Tama Co, IA to Irma (Harders) and John Storjohann.Carol married Elger Hansen and later married Tim Leroy Torkelson in Marshalltown, IA on April 18, 1964 and worked as a caregiver at Mosaic for more than 10 years in Ellsworth.Carol is survived by her daughter, Kari Anderson of St. Louis, MO; son, Kevin Hansen of Lafayette, LA; son, Brian Hansen (Sherry) of Lafayette, LA; son, Jeff Torkelson (Kim) of Ellsworth; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tim; infant daughter, Mary; infant grandson, Joshua Hansen; grandson, Jesse Snyder; brother, Gene Storjohann; and sister, Marlene Wiebensohn.A private family graveside service will take place at Ellsworth Memorial Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Smoky Hills Charitable Foundation, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Carol Lou (Storjohann) Torkelson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Carol-Torkelson/sympathy">floral store.</a>

 Carol Lou Torkelson

<a href="https://yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/virgil-talking-1">Virgil Talkington Obituary 2021 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>

Virgil’s life began on July 19, 1959, in El Dorado. He was the son of Florus and Rose Gertrude (Faunce) Talkington.

 Virgil was a heavy equipment operator for many years. He enjoyed fishing, four-wheelers, barbequing, and spending time with his family. 

Virgil is survived by his wife Barbara; son Carey (Ann Marie) Penrod of Florence; three grandchildren; brother Jess (Rosetta) Burns; sister Rose Ann (Don) Scott; sister Evalyn (Dennis) Barrett; brother Doug (Vicki) Talkington; sister Carrie Talkington; and sister Patty (Terry) Bentley; and several nieces and nephews. 

Virgil passed away on October 1, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita.

 He is preceded in death by his father and a sister, Dora. 

Private graveside services will be held at the Burns Cemetery. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the family. 

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

To send flowers to the family in memory of Virgil Talkington, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://condolences.com/Yazel-Megli-Funeral-Home-Marion/flowers/?bgs=NkKw3748jCQVnX3pVaaIUbgreIjWqn1u0cXMeVKKAlRoIKiaqfm2IqUKWVMjfr1IvlGORwQdov4%2Fa8k%2BLLPj%2BX0mSQAob96FO9aVjCQPEo8BHZk1hJTojtSyDVgZYuKUQRJFSA6fnHtiq59QrbG3wCjf2MSYEpr5NWHtDfQGJMldn8Dm9eVOHLwFHVckGWmIms08tiinELlysEE3%2FkbQNP5EPiarHz%2BsBQts5y3I%2BFj083kHkmWtVOCMwMBddcrCSyMtl%2B3psKo3x6eU%2FOb8vvpkIvd%2BMFrqwWBi69n8pMiHkFqjsZs9JTjQ6hYiFL%2B1Py1kbiJuyKzSKrqIp116cKPO6TXodh0dlj55Ij244pDd2GZfwJxemvX%2BkjEivQ5PEevpb8kMNWr0OgnfZcWPZ5Cm5Z3B5QtYqSUDdG97ffsGENaEui7374%2F4aHexMviT3UdKzbXTATGp42YV1b30EUX6x4%2FBuPSkbleCyeiMFyQrjUmQMaU8qfK39GWZvHyCSCX1jyUdR%2FVzZH12ANqScJTMsGVKSEe3tv2InjIDyWnEtNuRNwMqN7DNOH0UYKpfoMS%2BiCcR8HwjS6qHdoy85UqmBIPCwWZbEZJ98PGd1t8gdpkbuu6jtqADHu7vllIvjDAgB6EzwFGBcRbXWHE4%2Fty90wVTRESE9d0kSNEsl0xfQgPP7ga2BPl7s8sTIle7lGjG82ddIelyInJuUMLLubimmRSU2%2F5r22asgIM1FUB1skRvNWMc9eXUUiPOeZY%2F2PpXP6SdwzS6935B2Bint8T3e3pfugTRVTQWlANxDecYemsC1iUI9Z%2Fq8KU81oEYADcH7TTw1SDmDrj2z%2FZi6vXRE53eQ085eg0x114y3Y%2B91pWwxfQDGxVTWJIElQC92rX0XXwE5HaKl1IPEYRgrYUSxUh32fOs5HMPx5H4TYVrm3FcCwGwAhR3BlOTREVcgz%2FSVizeYPmCIWVINSVSzBJQBBY1BNBXhv616vWN0D8%3D">flower store</a>.

<h2>Virgil Allen Talkington</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/virgil-talking-1">Virgil Talkington Obituary 2021 - Yazel - Megli Funeral Homes (yazelmeglifh.com)</a>July 19, 1959 - October 1, 2021Virgil’s life began on July 19, 1959, in El Dorado. He was the son of Florus and Rose Gertrude (Faunce) Talkington. Virgil was a heavy equipment operator for many years. He enjoyed fishing, four-wheelers, barbequing, and spending time with his family. Virgil is survived by his wife Barbara; son Carey (Ann Marie) Penrod of Florence; three grandchildren; brother Jess (Rosetta) Burns; sister Rose Ann (Don) Scott; sister Evalyn (Dennis) Barrett; brother Doug (Vicki) Talkington; sister Carrie Talkington; and sister Patty (Terry) Bentley; and several nieces and nephews. Virgil passed away on October 1, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his father and a sister, Dora. Private graveside services will be held at the Burns Cemetery. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the family. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Virgil at www.yazelmeglifh.com.To send flowers to the family in memory of Virgil Talkington, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://condolences.com/Yazel-Megli-Funeral-Home-Marion/flowers/?bgs=NkKw3748jCQVnX3pVaaIUbgreIjWqn1u0cXMeVKKAlRoIKiaqfm2IqUKWVMjfr1IvlGORwQdov4%2Fa8k%2BLLPj%2BX0mSQAob96FO9aVjCQPEo8BHZk1hJTojtSyDVgZYuKUQRJFSA6fnHtiq59QrbG3wCjf2MSYEpr5NWHtDfQGJMldn8Dm9eVOHLwFHVckGWmIms08tiinELlysEE3%2FkbQNP5EPiarHz%2BsBQts5y3I%2BFj083kHkmWtVOCMwMBddcrCSyMtl%2B3psKo3x6eU%2FOb8vvpkIvd%2BMFrqwWBi69n8pMiHkFqjsZs9JTjQ6hYiFL%2B1Py1kbiJuyKzSKrqIp116cKPO6TXodh0dlj55Ij244pDd2GZfwJxemvX%2BkjEivQ5PEevpb8kMNWr0OgnfZcWPZ5Cm5Z3B5QtYqSUDdG97ffsGENaEui7374%2F4aHexMviT3UdKzbXTATGp42YV1b30EUX6x4%2FBuPSkbleCyeiMFyQrjUmQMaU8qfK39GWZvHyCSCX1jyUdR%2FVzZH12ANqScJTMsGVKSEe3tv2InjIDyWnEtNuRNwMqN7DNOH0UYKpfoMS%2BiCcR8HwjS6qHdoy85UqmBIPCwWZbEZJ98PGd1t8gdpkbuu6jtqADHu7vllIvjDAgB6EzwFGBcRbXWHE4%2Fty90wVTRESE9d0kSNEsl0xfQgPP7ga2BPl7s8sTIle7lGjG82ddIelyInJuUMLLubimmRSU2%2F5r22asgIM1FUB1skRvNWMc9eXUUiPOeZY%2F2PpXP6SdwzS6935B2Bint8T3e3pfugTRVTQWlANxDecYemsC1iUI9Z%2Fq8KU81oEYADcH7TTw1SDmDrj2z%2FZi6vXRE53eQ085eg0x114y3Y%2B91pWwxfQDGxVTWJIElQC92rX0XXwE5HaKl1IPEYRgrYUSxUh32fOs5HMPx5H4TYVrm3FcCwGwAhR3BlOTREVcgz%2FSVizeYPmCIWVINSVSzBJQBBY1BNBXhv616vWN0D8%3D">flower store</a>.

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Elwin Lavon 'Skeeter' Heitkotter, McPherson

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Elwin-Heitkotter/">Elwin Lavon "Skeeter" Heitkotter Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Elwin Lavon “Skeeter” Heitkotter, 72, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 4, 2021, at his home in McPherson.

He retired from McPherson Area Solid Waste Utility after working there for ten years. Prior to that, he worked for 20 years at Central Plastics. Skeeter was born on July 30, 1949, in Smith Center, KS, the son of Perry Bernard and Sylvia Eloise “Peggy” (Marshall) Heitkotter. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1967. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam war as a helicopter door gunner. During his tours of duty he earned the Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, the Army Commendation Medal with a V Device for Acts of Valor, the National Defense Service Medal, the Aircraft Crewman Badge, the Bronze Star Medal, the Air Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with a V Device. Skeeter was a member of V.F.W. Post #2715 and the American Legion Post #24. Survivors include: son Michael Heitkotter of McPherson, KS; brothers Galen Heitkotter of McPherson, KS and Ronald Heikotter (Connie) of Bay City, CA; sister-in-law Van Heitkotter of Hutchinson, KS; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Gregory, Kenneth, and Jody. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 8, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 8:30 a.m. until service time on Friday at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will follow the service at McPherson Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to V.F.W. Post #2715 or the American Legion Post #24 in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Elwin Lavon "Skeeter" Heitkotter, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Elwin-Heitkotter/">Elwin Lavon "Skeeter" Heitkotter Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>July 30, 1949 - October 4, 2021Elwin Lavon “Skeeter” Heitkotter, 72, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 4, 2021, at his home in McPherson. He retired from McPherson Area Solid Waste Utility after working there for ten years. Prior to that, he worked for 20 years at Central Plastics. Skeeter was born on July 30, 1949, in Smith Center, KS, the son of Perry Bernard and Sylvia Eloise “Peggy” (Marshall) Heitkotter. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1967. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam war as a helicopter door gunner. During his tours of duty he earned the Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, the Army Commendation Medal with a V Device for Acts of Valor, the National Defense Service Medal, the Aircraft Crewman Badge, the Bronze Star Medal, the Air Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with a V Device. Skeeter was a member of V.F.W. Post #2715 and the American Legion Post #24. Survivors include: son Michael Heitkotter of McPherson, KS; brothers Galen Heitkotter of McPherson, KS and Ronald Heikotter (Connie) of Bay City, CA; sister-in-law Van Heitkotter of Hutchinson, KS; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Gregory, Kenneth, and Jody. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 8, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 8:30 a.m. until service time on Friday at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will follow the service at McPherson Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to V.F.W. Post #2715 or the American Legion Post #24 in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Elwin Lavon "Skeeter" Heitkotter, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

Elwin Lavon 'Skeeter' Heitkotter

<a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/dewey-adams">Obituary | Dewey Adams | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>

Dewey L. Adams, 78, of Clay Center, died Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He was born July 2, 1943, in Clay Center, the son of Alwin and Julia (Yarrow) Adams.&nbsp; 

Dewey graduated from CCCHS in 1961.&nbsp; He served in the Army National Guard following high school graduation.&nbsp; 

On December 27, 1963, Dewey married Carol Trost of Concordia.&nbsp; He farmed in Clay County his entire life and in 2014, Dewey and Carol were the recipients of the Kansas Master Farmer and Homemaker award.&nbsp; He worked many years during the winter at Gilmore-Tatge, Carlson Heating and Air and as a field technician for FSA (Farm Service Agency).

He was an active member of the Mizpah United Methodist Church, volunteered for the Wakefield Rural Fire Department for over 50 years, served on the Clay County Fair Board, Kansas Young Farmer’s Association, past member of the Clay Center Elks Club and a past member of the Jaycees.&nbsp; Dewey also enjoyed his many trips to Nicaragua to help build over 17 churches.&nbsp; Dewey was also very talented with his hands in repairs, welding and woodworking.

Daughter: Rhonda and husband, Jim Gierhan of Clay Center, KS

Two grandsons:&nbsp; Adam and wife, Amanda Gierhan and Ryan and wife, Rebecka Gierhan and two great-grandchildren, Konnor and Abigail

Sister: Alice and husband, Dallas Iseli of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Carroll and wife, Mary Adams of Clay Center, KS

He is also survived by an aunt, an uncle, many nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends.

Celebration of Life:&nbsp;Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mizpah United Methodist Church, rural Wakefield, Kansas

Burial:&nbsp;Mizpah Cemetery, rural Wakefield, Kansas

Visitation:&nbsp;Friday, October 8, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Clay County Educational Endowment Association or Mizpah United Methodist Church, c/o the funeral home.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/dewey-adams">Obituary | Dewey Adams | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>July 2, 1943 - October 6, 2021Dewey L. Adams, 78, of Clay Center, died Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He was born July 2, 1943, in Clay Center, the son of Alwin and Julia (Yarrow) Adams.&nbsp; Dewey graduated from CCCHS in 1961.&nbsp; He served in the Army National Guard following high school graduation.&nbsp; On December 27, 1963, Dewey married Carol Trost of Concordia.&nbsp; He farmed in Clay County his entire life and in 2014, Dewey and Carol were the recipients of the Kansas Master Farmer and Homemaker award.&nbsp; He worked many years during the winter at Gilmore-Tatge, Carlson Heating and Air and as a field technician for FSA (Farm Service Agency).He was an active member of the Mizpah United Methodist Church, volunteered for the Wakefield Rural Fire Department for over 50 years, served on the Clay County Fair Board, Kansas Young Farmer’s Association, past member of the Clay Center Elks Club and a past member of the Jaycees.&nbsp; Dewey also enjoyed his many trips to Nicaragua to help build over 17 churches.&nbsp; Dewey was also very talented with his hands in repairs, welding and woodworking.He is preceded in death by his parents.Survivors:Wife: Carol Adams of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Rhonda and husband, Jim Gierhan of Clay Center, KSTwo grandsons:&nbsp; Adam and wife, Amanda Gierhan and Ryan and wife, Rebecka Gierhan and two great-grandchildren, Konnor and AbigailSister: Alice and husband, Dallas Iseli of Clay Center, KSBrother: Carroll and wife, Mary Adams of Clay Center, KSHe is also survived by an aunt, an uncle, many nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends.Celebration of Life:&nbsp;Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mizpah United Methodist Church, rural Wakefield, KansasBurial:&nbsp;Mizpah Cemetery, rural Wakefield, KansasVisitation:&nbsp;Friday, October 8, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KansasMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Clay County Educational Endowment Association or Mizpah United Methodist Church, c/o the funeral home.

Dewey L. Adams

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Bessie Irene (Benfer) Lilley, age 95, of Longford, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021, at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, KS.

Bessie was born on February 28, 1926, to Edwin Denton and Christina Elizabeth (Bach) Benfer. On a Sunday afternoon, January 28, 1945, Bessie Irene Benfer married Charles Edward Lilley in the Benfer home east of Longford. He preceded her in death on November 12, 2019. To this union they had two sons, Eugene and Dennis.

Bessie attended Longford Grade School and graduated from Longford High School with the class of 1943. She was a member of the Longford American Legion Auxiliary and the Longford United Methodist Church.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1633615782300.jpeg" alt="Bessie Irene (Benfer) Lille" />
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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/bessie-lilley">Obituary | Bessie Lilley | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>Bessie Irene (Benfer) Lilley, age 95, of Longford, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021, at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, KS.Bessie was born on February 28, 1926, to Edwin Denton and Christina Elizabeth (Bach) Benfer. On a Sunday afternoon, January 28, 1945, Bessie Irene Benfer married Charles Edward Lilley in the Benfer home east of Longford. He preceded her in death on November 12, 2019. To this union they had two sons, Eugene and Dennis.Bessie attended Longford Grade School and graduated from Longford High School with the class of 1943. She was a member of the Longford American Legion Auxiliary and the Longford United Methodist Church.Bessie’s hobbies were enjoying the outdoors with gardening and growing a variety of flowers. She loved to bake, especially homemade bread, cinnamon rolls, and pies.&nbsp; Other interests included crocheting and sewing which included making matching dresses for the granddaughters when they were small. She was a farmer’s wife on the same farm for 68 years.She is preceded in death by her parents, son Dennis, sisters Mary Steenbock, Mina Kobetich, and brothers John Benfer and Henry BenferShe is survived by her son Eugene and wife Virginia, Longford, KS; daughter-in-law Jean Lilley, SC; seven grandchildren, Debra and husband Brian Moon, Longford, KS, Paula and husband Gerald Sheridan, Hutchinson, KS, Steven and wife Pam Lilley, Clay Center, KS, Daniel, Timothy, David and James Lilley of South Carolina; six great-grandchildren, Cody (Haley) Moon, Salina, KS, Dylan Moon, Hays, KS, Trent Sheridan, Hutchinson, KS, Stephanie Lilley, Manhattan, KS, Natalie and Adam Lilley, SC, three step-great-grandchildren, Nicholas Sheridan, of Hutchinson, KS, Mindy Sheridan, Hutchinson, KS, and Courtney (Phillip) Snyder, Manhattan, KS; one step-great-great-granddaughter Maya Sheridan, Hutchinson, KS; sister Martha VanScoyoc of El Dorado KS; and many nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral home.Respect calls will be Monday, October 11, 2021, from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home.A memorial has been established for Meadowlark Hospice and Clay Center Relay for Life in care of the funeral home.The services for Bessie will Livestream at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 12 at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live</a>

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