<a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/william-bill-dotson">Obituary | William "Bill" Dotson of Santa Monica, California | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>

William "Bill" Dotson, age 80, died Wed., June 16, 2021 at Midwest Covenant Home, Stromsburg, NE. 

William (Bill) Robert Dotson was born December 29, 1940, on a farm in Jamestown, KS to Delmer and Ruby (Champlin) Dotson, the fifth of nine children. He graduated from Concordia High School in 1958. During his senior year Bill won the Class A State Championship in the mile, shattering a Kansas high school record that had stood for almost three decades.

Bill attended and graduated from Kansas University in 1962 with a physical education degree. He was a star member of the KU track team. His many accomplishments include a Big 8 Conference Championship in the outdoor mile in 1960 and 1961 and a 800 meter Big 8 Conference Championship in 1962. Bill’s second place finish in the 1961 mile National Championships and 3rd place finish in the 1962 mile National Championships both earned him All-American honors. In 1962, Bill broke the 4:00 minute mile mark, making him the first Kansan and Big 8 miler to do so, 4th person to run a sub 4:00 minute mile collegiately, as well as the 7th miler in the U.S. to break the 4:00 minute mile. Additionally, Bill claimed a Big 8 Conference Championship in cross country in 1961. That same year, he helped lead KU to a first place cross country finish in the Big 8 Conference and 4th place finish at the NCAA championships. Throughout his career, Dotson set three American records in the mile, while he was also the fourth man in the world to run a mile in under four minutes on an indoor track at the 1963 Chicago Daily News Invitational. Bill was also a member of the 1963 Pan-Am team in the 800 meter category competing in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Bill was inducted into the Kansas Athletics Hall of Fame in 2008 and the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame in 2016.

After college he joined the Marine Corps active reserves for six years. He had a successful career in business and finance. He had a love for astrology. He lived in Santa Monica, CA, for over 40 years, having recently moved to Nebraska for health reasons.

Bill met his maker on June 16, 2021, after a battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Gerald Dotson, sister Jacqueline (Jackie) Parsons, brothers-in-law Tom Cady, Gary Parsons, Royal Heemeier and sister-in-law Joann Dotson. He is survived by a brother Donald (MaryEllen), Wichita KS, and sisters Sharon Heemeier, Tucson, AZ, Beverly Cady, Northfield, MN, Prudy (Sam) Rugg, Waco, NE, Charyl (Dan) Olander, Rogers, AR, Marsha (Carl) Knarr, Jewell, KS, many nieces, nephews and life-long friends from his college days.

Funeral services will be held Monday, June 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 325 W. 6th Street, Concordia, KS with Pastor Randy Whitley officiating. Burial will follow at the Jamestown Cemetery, Jamestown, KS. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the service time on Monday at the funeral home. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the William Dotson Memorial Fund to be designated towards a bench for the Concordia High School Track in care of the funeral home. 

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/william-bill-dotson">Obituary | William "Bill" Dotson of Santa Monica, California | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>December 29, 1940 - June 16, 2021William "Bill" Dotson, age 80, died Wed., June 16, 2021 at Midwest Covenant Home, Stromsburg, NE. William (Bill) Robert Dotson was born December 29, 1940, on a farm in Jamestown, KS to Delmer and Ruby (Champlin) Dotson, the fifth of nine children. He graduated from Concordia High School in 1958. During his senior year Bill won the Class A State Championship in the mile, shattering a Kansas high school record that had stood for almost three decades. Bill attended and graduated from Kansas University in 1962 with a physical education degree. He was a star member of the KU track team. His many accomplishments include a Big 8 Conference Championship in the outdoor mile in 1960 and 1961 and a 800 meter Big 8 Conference Championship in 1962. Bill’s second place finish in the 1961 mile National Championships and 3rd place finish in the 1962 mile National Championships both earned him All-American honors. In 1962, Bill broke the 4:00 minute mile mark, making him the first Kansan and Big 8 miler to do so, 4th person to run a sub 4:00 minute mile collegiately, as well as the 7th miler in the U.S. to break the 4:00 minute mile. Additionally, Bill claimed a Big 8 Conference Championship in cross country in 1961. That same year, he helped lead KU to a first place cross country finish in the Big 8 Conference and 4th place finish at the NCAA championships. Throughout his career, Dotson set three American records in the mile, while he was also the fourth man in the world to run a mile in under four minutes on an indoor track at the 1963 Chicago Daily News Invitational. Bill was also a member of the 1963 Pan-Am team in the 800 meter category competing in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Bill was inducted into the Kansas Athletics Hall of Fame in 2008 and the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame in 2016. After college he joined the Marine Corps active reserves for six years. He had a successful career in business and finance. He had a love for astrology. He lived in Santa Monica, CA, for over 40 years, having recently moved to Nebraska for health reasons. Bill met his maker on June 16, 2021, after a battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Gerald Dotson, sister Jacqueline (Jackie) Parsons, brothers-in-law Tom Cady, Gary Parsons, Royal Heemeier and sister-in-law Joann Dotson. He is survived by a brother Donald (MaryEllen), Wichita KS, and sisters Sharon Heemeier, Tucson, AZ, Beverly Cady, Northfield, MN, Prudy (Sam) Rugg, Waco, NE, Charyl (Dan) Olander, Rogers, AR, Marsha (Carl) Knarr, Jewell, KS, many nieces, nephews and life-long friends from his college days. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 325 W. 6th Street, Concordia, KS with Pastor Randy Whitley officiating. Burial will follow at the Jamestown Cemetery, Jamestown, KS. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the service time on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the William Dotson Memorial Fund to be designated towards a bench for the Concordia High School Track in care of the funeral home. For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;William "Bill" Dotson, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/william-bill-dotson/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

William 'Bill' Dotson

<a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/obituaries/Amanda-Gunn/#!/PhotosVideos">Amanda Sue Gunn Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (gliddenedigerfuneral.com)</a>

Amanda “Mandy” Sue Gunn, 43, of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 15th, 2021, at Pleasant View Home, Inman. Mandy was born in Dodge City, Kansas, on January 1, 1978, the daughter of Jeanne (Landers) Stull and James Frederick “Peter” Gunn. Mandy attended school in both Dodge City and McPherson, Kansas, and graduated from McPherson High School in 1999. Mandy worked as an artist for The Clayworks in McPherson since its opening. Mandy enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics every year and her mother was the coach for her bowling team. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, McPherson. She loved making art for people when not spending time with her friends and staff at both Disability Supports in McPherson and at Pleasant View Home in Inman. She is survived by her brother Michael Gunn, of Yoder, Kansas; David Gunn and his wife Danielle Gunn, of Burbank, California; her three nieces Allyson Messersmith and her husband Casey Messersmith; Emma Gunn, and Lily Gunn; and her two nephews Elliott Gunn and Peter Gunn. Mandy was preceded in death by her parents Jeanne (Landers) Stull and James “Peter” Gunn. There will be a celebration of life at First United Methodist Church, McPherson, KS, on Friday, June 25, at 10 a.m. with Reverend Emily Cannon officiating.

In order to care for Mandy’s family and friends, the family requests that those attending please wear facial protection. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Disability Supports of the Great Plains, 501 E. Northview, McPherson, KS 67460 in memory of Mandy.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Amanda Sue Gunn, 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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 </figure><a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/obituaries/Amanda-Gunn/#!/PhotosVideos">Amanda Sue Gunn Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (gliddenedigerfuneral.com)</a>January 1, 1978 - June 15, 2021Amanda “Mandy” Sue Gunn, 43, of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 15th, 2021, at Pleasant View Home, Inman. Mandy was born in Dodge City, Kansas, on January 1, 1978, the daughter of Jeanne (Landers) Stull and James Frederick “Peter” Gunn. Mandy attended school in both Dodge City and McPherson, Kansas, and graduated from McPherson High School in 1999. Mandy worked as an artist for The Clayworks in McPherson since its opening. Mandy enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics every year and her mother was the coach for her bowling team. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, McPherson. She loved making art for people when not spending time with her friends and staff at both Disability Supports in McPherson and at Pleasant View Home in Inman. She is survived by her brother Michael Gunn, of Yoder, Kansas; David Gunn and his wife Danielle Gunn, of Burbank, California; her three nieces Allyson Messersmith and her husband Casey Messersmith; Emma Gunn, and Lily Gunn; and her two nephews Elliott Gunn and Peter Gunn. Mandy was preceded in death by her parents Jeanne (Landers) Stull and James “Peter” Gunn. There will be a celebration of life at First United Methodist Church, McPherson, KS, on Friday, June 25, at 10 a.m. with Reverend Emily Cannon officiating. In order to care for Mandy’s family and friends, the family requests that those attending please wear facial protection. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Disability Supports of the Great Plains, 501 E. Northview, McPherson, KS 67460 in memory of Mandy. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Amanda Sue Gunn, 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>.

Amanda Sue Gunn

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Keith-Richert/#!/PhotosVideos">Keith Ryan Richert Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Keith Ryan Richert, 41, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, surrounded by family at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. He had worked at the Bradbury Company as a welder. He also worked at McDonalds and Kwik Shop. Keith was born on November 5, 1979, in Salina, KS, the son of Benjamin McClelland and Debra Ann (Willoughby) Richert. He attended McPherson High School. He enjoyed Airsoft sports, Star Wars, comic books, Game of Thrones, and most all Viking movies. However, his biggest enjoyment and love in life was his three children. Survivors include: three children, Kiya Richert, Kyle Richert, and Keira Richert, all of McPherson, KS; his mother Debra Richert of McPherson, KS; a brother, Kyle Richert of McPherson, KS; and several cousins, aunts, and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be payable to Kyle Richert for the benefit of Keith’s children in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Keith Ryan Richert, 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/Keith-Richert/#!/PhotosVideos">Keith Ryan Richert Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>November 5, 1979 - June 16, 2021<h2>Obituary for Keith Ryan Richert</h2>Keith Ryan Richert, 41, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, surrounded by family at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. He had worked at the Bradbury Company as a welder. He also worked at McDonalds and Kwik Shop. Keith was born on November 5, 1979, in Salina, KS, the son of Benjamin McClelland and Debra Ann (Willoughby) Richert. He attended McPherson High School. He enjoyed Airsoft sports, Star Wars, comic books, Game of Thrones, and most all Viking movies. However, his biggest enjoyment and love in life was his three children. Survivors include: three children, Kiya Richert, Kyle Richert, and Keira Richert, all of McPherson, KS; his mother Debra Richert of McPherson, KS; a brother, Kyle Richert of McPherson, KS; and several cousins, aunts, and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be payable to Kyle Richert for the benefit of Keith’s children in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Keith Ryan Richert, 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>.

Keith Ryan Richert

<a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/rosalie-grounds">Obituary | Rosalie V. Grounds of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>

Rosalie V. Grounds, age 85, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at Cloud County Health Center, Concordia.&nbsp; She was born on August 31, 1935 in Jamestown, KS.

She graduated from Jamestown High School in 1953.&nbsp; She married Stanley A. Grounds on Aug. 15, 1954 near Jamestown, KS. He preceded her in death on Sept. 8, 2014.&nbsp; She and Stanley lived in Lawndale, CA until Stanley’s retirement in 1996 and they returned to Concordia, KS.&nbsp; Rosalie worked for See’s Candy as a line worker.&nbsp; She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Red Hat Society in Concordia.&nbsp;

She is survived by her son Kenneth (Sandra) Grounds, Hillsboro, OR; daughter Beth Spataro, Chantilly, VA; grandchildren Lisa Tsyvine and Laura Spataro, Matthew and Mark Grounds and Alexis Sparrow, and great-grandchild Elli Henderson.

She was preceded in death by her parents Charles Houghton, Lola Houghton, and a daughter, Patricia Grounds.

The family selected cremation and memorial services will be on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, 11:00 a.m., at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.&nbsp; Private family burial will be at Glasco Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may sign the register book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 22, 2021 and the family will greet friends for an hour prior to the service at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

The family suggests memorials to Saron Baptist Church in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

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

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/rosalie-grounds">Obituary | Rosalie V. Grounds of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>August 31, 1935 - December 7, 2020Rosalie V. Grounds, age 85, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at Cloud County Health Center, Concordia.&nbsp; She was born on August 31, 1935 in Jamestown, KS.She graduated from Jamestown High School in 1953.&nbsp; She married Stanley A. Grounds on Aug. 15, 1954 near Jamestown, KS. He preceded her in death on Sept. 8, 2014.&nbsp; She and Stanley lived in Lawndale, CA until Stanley’s retirement in 1996 and they returned to Concordia, KS.&nbsp; Rosalie worked for See’s Candy as a line worker.&nbsp; She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Red Hat Society in Concordia.&nbsp;She is survived by her son Kenneth (Sandra) Grounds, Hillsboro, OR; daughter Beth Spataro, Chantilly, VA; grandchildren Lisa Tsyvine and Laura Spataro, Matthew and Mark Grounds and Alexis Sparrow, and great-grandchild Elli Henderson.She was preceded in death by her parents Charles Houghton, Lola Houghton, and a daughter, Patricia Grounds.The family selected cremation and memorial services will be on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, 11:00 a.m., at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.&nbsp; Private family burial will be at Glasco Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may sign the register book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 22, 2021 and the family will greet friends for an hour prior to the service at the funeral home.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Saron Baptist Church in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Rosalie V. Grounds, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/rosalie-grounds/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Rosalie V. Grounds

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Wanda-Augustine">Obituary for Wanda (Reager) Augustine | Ryan Mortuary</a>

SALINA -&nbsp;Wanda Augustine, 89, passed away peacefully the afternoon of June 14, 2021 with the love of her family surrounding her. She was born in Oakley, Kansas to Ted and Foulata Reager.

After graduating from high school, Wanda attended Brown Mackie Business College. Shortly thereafter, she met her life's partner, Leo Augustine. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Diana Baker (Cliff), Dennis Augustine (Vera), Cindy Will (Roger), and Linda Krause (Kendall); four grandchildren, Ryan Will, Lori Augustine, Heather Haugen, and Kyle Augustine; six great-grandchildren; and half-sister, Kay Jennings.

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Leo.

Wanda was a woman of many passions including painting, sewing, gardening, and watching the sports of her great-grandchildren. For many years, Wanda worked for Blue Cross/Blue Shield as a regional operations manager.

Friends are invited to say a final goodbye to Wanda at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth St., Salina. Visitation will be one hour before the service at Ryan Mortuary. Interment will follow in Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

Memorial donations may be made to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.alz.org/" target="_blank">Alzheimer's Association</a>&nbsp;or the&nbsp;<a href="https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2021/KS-CentralandWesternKansas?team_id=671216&amp;pg=team&amp;fr_id=14479" target="_blank">2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's with Salina Presbyterian Manor</a>. The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at Salina Presbyterian Manor and Hospice of Salina for their care and compassion.

We will always carry Wanda’s memory in our hearts.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Wanda-Augustine">Obituary for Wanda (Reager) Augustine | Ryan Mortuary</a>June 7, 1932 ~ June 14, 2021 (age 89)SALINA -&nbsp;Wanda Augustine, 89, passed away peacefully the afternoon of June 14, 2021 with the love of her family surrounding her. She was born in Oakley, Kansas to Ted and Foulata Reager.After graduating from high school, Wanda attended Brown Mackie Business College. Shortly thereafter, she met her life's partner, Leo Augustine. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Diana Baker (Cliff), Dennis Augustine (Vera), Cindy Will (Roger), and Linda Krause (Kendall); four grandchildren, Ryan Will, Lori Augustine, Heather Haugen, and Kyle Augustine; six great-grandchildren; and half-sister, Kay Jennings.Wanda was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Leo.Wanda was a woman of many passions including painting, sewing, gardening, and watching the sports of her great-grandchildren. For many years, Wanda worked for Blue Cross/Blue Shield as a regional operations manager.Friends are invited to say a final goodbye to Wanda at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth St., Salina. Visitation will be one hour before the service at Ryan Mortuary. Interment will follow in Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.Memorial donations may be made to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.alz.org/" target="_blank">Alzheimer's Association</a>&nbsp;or the&nbsp;<a href="https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2021/KS-CentralandWesternKansas?team_id=671216&amp;pg=team&amp;fr_id=14479" target="_blank">2021 Walk to End Alzheimer's with Salina Presbyterian Manor</a>. The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at Salina Presbyterian Manor and Hospice of Salina for their care and compassion.We will always carry Wanda’s memory in our hearts.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Wanda (Reager) Augustine, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Wanda-Augustine/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Wanda (Reager) Augustine

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/LaVerne-McWhorter">Obituary for LaVerne (Leuchtenberg) McWhorter | Ryan Mortuary</a>

On June 13th,&nbsp;LaVerne McWhorter&nbsp;left this world. She was born June 28, 1937, to George and Cleda (Cranfield) Leuchtenberg.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Elaine Leuchenberg and Brazilla Vaughn. She leaves behind her children William McWhorter, Bryan McWhorter, Chris McWhorter, Greg McWhorter, and Debra Dockter, and their spouses Michel McWhorter, Michelle McWhorter, Carol McWhorter and Nyle Dockter, plus 18 grandchildren, and 21 great- grandchildren. 

Most notably she leaves behind her husband of nearly 66 years, Billie Gene McWhorter. There are no words to describe the love between them. One can only say that it was rare and beautiful and that her hand fit perfectly in his and that from the ages of 18 to 84, she never stopped being his sweetheart. Love dictates the size of the hole left in the hearts of those left behind, and the holes in those who loved LaVerne, is deep indeed.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 17, at Ryan Mortuary.

A Mass of Christian burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 18, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, with Fr. Keith Weber as celebrant.&nbsp; Rosary will begin at 10 a.m. before mass.

Memorials may be made to Beauties and Beasts Animal Rescue, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/LaVerne-McWhorter">Obituary for LaVerne (Leuchtenberg) McWhorter | Ryan Mortuary</a>June 28, 1937 ~ June 13, 2021 (age 83)On June 13th,&nbsp;LaVerne McWhorter&nbsp;left this world. She was born June 28, 1937, to George and Cleda (Cranfield) Leuchtenberg.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Elaine Leuchenberg and Brazilla Vaughn. She leaves behind her children William McWhorter, Bryan McWhorter, Chris McWhorter, Greg McWhorter, and Debra Dockter, and their spouses Michel McWhorter, Michelle McWhorter, Carol McWhorter and Nyle Dockter, plus 18 grandchildren, and 21 great- grandchildren. Most notably she leaves behind her husband of nearly 66 years, Billie Gene McWhorter. There are no words to describe the love between them. One can only say that it was rare and beautiful and that her hand fit perfectly in his and that from the ages of 18 to 84, she never stopped being his sweetheart. Love dictates the size of the hole left in the hearts of those left behind, and the holes in those who loved LaVerne, is deep indeed.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 17, at Ryan Mortuary.A Mass of Christian burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 18, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, with Fr. Keith Weber as celebrant.&nbsp; Rosary will begin at 10 a.m. before mass.Memorials may be made to Beauties and Beasts Animal Rescue, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of LaVerne (Leuchtenberg) McWhorter, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/LaVerne-McWhorter/sympathy">floral store.</a>

LaVerne (Leuchtenberg) McWhorter

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

Gail Otto, 66 of Salina, KS passed away Sunday June 13, 2021.

Gail was born August 7, 1954, in Salina KS. She married to Randy Otto April 9, 1983. Together they raised four kids. 

Gail was a one of kind women, she knew no strangers. She was jack of all trades together with her husband Randy running their business Randy's Auto Repair, her love of cooking and running restaurants that brought her pure joy. She was a great mom and amazing grandma (GIGI). For the rest knew her as Aunt Gail. She loved to entertain and spend her summers at the lake.

Survivors include her husband Randy Otto; sister, Patsy Champ; brother Mike Heath; daughter Chrissy (Adam) Base of Salina, KS; sons Rick (Kelly) Roberts of Salina, KS, Khyle (Amanda) Otto of Salina, KS; daughter Joann(Dan) Lorenz of Olathe, KS; 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members.

Gail was preceded in death by her parents Charlie and Patricia Heath;&nbsp; brothers Charlie ford Heath, Rick Heath ,Larry Heath; nephews Tony and Steve Heath.

Visitation will be at Ryan Mortuary 137 N. 8th street Thursday June 17, 2021 from 4-8 p.m., family will be present from 6-8 p.m. Memorial Service will be Friday June 18,&nbsp; at 1 p.m. at Salemsborg Lutheran Church 3831 West Salemsborg Road, Smolan KS with Ben Folton officiating. 

Cremation and internment will be at a later date in Niles, KS at Greenville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to KU Med Center organ transplant care, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Gail-Otto">Obituary for Gail Otto | Ryan Mortuary</a>August 7, 1954 ~ June 13, 2021 (age 66)Gail Otto, 66 of Salina, KS passed away Sunday June 13, 2021.Gail was born August 7, 1954, in Salina KS. She married to Randy Otto April 9, 1983. Together they raised four kids. Gail was a one of kind women, she knew no strangers. She was jack of all trades together with her husband Randy running their business Randy's Auto Repair, her love of cooking and running restaurants that brought her pure joy. She was a great mom and amazing grandma (GIGI). For the rest knew her as Aunt Gail. She loved to entertain and spend her summers at the lake.Survivors include her husband Randy Otto; sister, Patsy Champ; brother Mike Heath; daughter Chrissy (Adam) Base of Salina, KS; sons Rick (Kelly) Roberts of Salina, KS, Khyle (Amanda) Otto of Salina, KS; daughter Joann(Dan) Lorenz of Olathe, KS; 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members. Gail was preceded in death by her parents Charlie and Patricia Heath;&nbsp; brothers Charlie ford Heath, Rick Heath ,Larry Heath; nephews Tony and Steve Heath.Visitation will be at Ryan Mortuary 137 N. 8th street Thursday June 17, 2021 from 4-8 p.m., family will be present from 6-8 p.m. Memorial Service will be Friday June 18,&nbsp; at 1 p.m. at Salemsborg Lutheran Church 3831 West Salemsborg Road, Smolan KS with Ben Folton officiating. Cremation and internment will be at a later date in Niles, KS at Greenville Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to KU Med Center organ transplant care, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Gail Otto, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Gail-Otto/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Gail Otto

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Kenneth-Walters">Obituary for Kenneth H. Walters | Ryan Mortuary</a>

SALINA -&nbsp;Kenneth H. Walters, 82, passed away June 13, 2021.&nbsp; He was born May 22, 1939 to Harold and Joy Walters, Abilene, Kansas.

Kenneth is survived by his sisters, Phyllis (Al) Miller of Abilene, Lois (Gary)&nbsp; Fitzwater of Abilene and a brother, Robert (Becky) Walters of Salina, and many nieces and nephews.

Kenneth worked at Memorial Art Company for 62 years. He was a model railroad enthusiast, a lifetime member of NRA and a member of Bel Air Baptist Church for many years. In his younger days he kept wild animal pets and he always had a keen interest in the cowboy life of the 1800s.&nbsp; He loved his family and enjoyed the holiday gatherings.

The family will plan a graveside service for a later date.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Kenneth-Walters">Obituary for Kenneth H. Walters | Ryan Mortuary</a>May 22, 1939 ~ June 13, 2021 (age 82)SALINA -&nbsp;Kenneth H. Walters, 82, passed away June 13, 2021.&nbsp; He was born May 22, 1939 to Harold and Joy Walters, Abilene, Kansas.Kenneth is survived by his sisters, Phyllis (Al) Miller of Abilene, Lois (Gary)&nbsp; Fitzwater of Abilene and a brother, Robert (Becky) Walters of Salina, and many nieces and nephews.Kenneth worked at Memorial Art Company for 62 years. He was a model railroad enthusiast, a lifetime member of NRA and a member of Bel Air Baptist Church for many years. In his younger days he kept wild animal pets and he always had a keen interest in the cowboy life of the 1800s.&nbsp; He loved his family and enjoyed the holiday gatherings.The family will plan a graveside service for a later date.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Kenneth H. Walters, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Kenneth-Walters/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Kenneth H. Walters

<a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Donna-Mae-Burkholder?obId=21424338#/obituaryInfo">Donna Mae Burkholder Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (carlsonfh.net)</a>

Donna Mae (Pancake) Burkholder of Salina, Kansas passed away on June 12 at the age of 90. Born on January 7, 1931 to Clarence and Ella Pancake, she was the youngest of six children. She grew up on a farm near Enterprise and graduated from Chapman High School. She spent most of her life in her home state of Kansas but also lived in Chicago and Puerto Rico. She was preceded in death by her parents and her five siblings, Viola Grose, Margaret Dolton, Doris McKinney, Verna Jean Skelton, and Gerald Pancake. Donna worked in retail for most of her adult life. Folks shopping at JC Penney, Kline's or Dillard's over the years will remember Donna as a kind soul who was always willing to help others. After retirement, Donna continued to work part time at USD 305 for many years, reinforcing her strong work ethic and desire to stay engaged and active. She liked to stay busy and productive.

In addition to work, Donna enjoyed listening to music, being outdoors, having coffee with friends, reading, going to church and spending time with her family. She raised four daughters and taught them to be kind and compassionate. She also had a wonderfully wry and subtle sense of humor. Donna is survived by her four daughters Elena Goetz of Salina, Linda Moore of Ada, Oklahoma, Colette Scott of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, and Kelly Woodlock of Crystal Lake, Illinois; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. She was a strong woman who was loved by all and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held Friday, June 18 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m. at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Oat Rd. and 2000 Avenue, Enterprise, Kansas.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Donna Mae Burkholder, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=21424338&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MScont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tribute Store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Donna-Mae-Burkholder?obId=21424338#/obituaryInfo">Donna Mae Burkholder Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (carlsonfh.net)</a>January 7, 1931 - June 12, 2021Donna Mae (Pancake) Burkholder of Salina, Kansas passed away on June 12 at the age of 90. Born on January 7, 1931 to Clarence and Ella Pancake, she was the youngest of six children. She grew up on a farm near Enterprise and graduated from Chapman High School. She spent most of her life in her home state of Kansas but also lived in Chicago and Puerto Rico. She was preceded in death by her parents and her five siblings, Viola Grose, Margaret Dolton, Doris McKinney, Verna Jean Skelton, and Gerald Pancake. Donna worked in retail for most of her adult life. Folks shopping at JC Penney, Kline's or Dillard's over the years will remember Donna as a kind soul who was always willing to help others. After retirement, Donna continued to work part time at USD 305 for many years, reinforcing her strong work ethic and desire to stay engaged and active. She liked to stay busy and productive. In addition to work, Donna enjoyed listening to music, being outdoors, having coffee with friends, reading, going to church and spending time with her family. She raised four daughters and taught them to be kind and compassionate. She also had a wonderfully wry and subtle sense of humor. Donna is survived by her four daughters Elena Goetz of Salina, Linda Moore of Ada, Oklahoma, Colette Scott of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, and Kelly Woodlock of Crystal Lake, Illinois; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. She was a strong woman who was loved by all and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held Friday, June 18 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m. at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Oat Rd. and 2000 Avenue, Enterprise, Kansas.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Donna Mae Burkholder, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=21424338&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MScont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tribute Store.</a>

Donna Mae Burkholder

James Michel  "Mike" Schreiber, 78, of Salina, Kansas, went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2021.

Mike was born on October 8, 1942 to Lester and Helen (Clark) Schreiber in Sterling, Kansas. He attended and graduated from Medicine Lodge High School.

Mike was united in marriage to his first wife, Kathleen Rourk, in 1967. To this union, they raised their son, John Michel Schreiber and although their union was not permanent, they continued to stay in each other's lives and remained close. Mike later married Charlotte Seltmann in 1994 and divorced in 2001, also remaining closed friends for the years to come. 

Mike was talented, very social and had a big heart. His talents were many but started off with building and fixing nearly anything. He owned and operated a lumber yard in Burdett, Kansas. After serving that community for many years he moved to Hesston, Kansas, where he started his own construction business focusing on remodels and new construction, mostly in the Harvey County area. He named the business Cornerstone Construction as he wanted a name that indicated a spiritual connection that he had in his own life. He later studied to become a heavy equipment operator and was very proud of being an award-winning crane operator for the multiple Kansas area refineries.

Upon retiring, Mike moved to Salina, Kansas, to be near his son and family. He loved spending time with the family even if it meant just riding through his favorite park with his grandson discussing the Bible and on the continued hunt for the infamous albino squirrel they often sighted. He had a love for the Lord and felt led several times to participate in various mission trips around the world. If you spent anytime talking with him, no doubt you had heard some of those stories. He took up the hobby of gold mining in his spare time. You would see him sitting out in front of his apartment, sifting through the sandy treasures he would bring back from his gold claim in the Colorado Mountains. Those mountains stole his heart and were a special place that truly made him happy.

Mike is survived by his son John and wife Noel, along with 5 Grandchildren, Kristionah Lippard, Breonah Lippard, Camdyn Schreiber, Colin Schreiber, and Jaren Schreiber, 2 Great Grandchildren, Evelynn Woodring and Elias Woodring, all of Salina, Kansas; Sister Rebecca Tedrow and husband Stan of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and Nephews Jim Tedrow, Matt Tedrow, and their families of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Mike was preceded in death by his Father, Lester Schreiber, and Mother, Helen Hess.

Following cremation, there will be a Celebration of Life held at Sunset Park, 544 Sunset Drive in Salina, Kansas, at 6:00 p.m. Friday, June 18th.

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 </figure>James Michel "Mike" Schreiber, 78, of Salina, Kansas, went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2021.Mike was born on October 8, 1942 to Lester and Helen (Clark) Schreiber in Sterling, Kansas. He attended and graduated from Medicine Lodge High School.Mike was united in marriage to his first wife, Kathleen Rourk, in 1967. To this union, they raised their son, John Michel Schreiber and although their union was not permanent, they continued to stay in each other's lives and remained close. Mike later married Charlotte Seltmann in 1994 and divorced in 2001, also remaining closed friends for the years to come. Mike was talented, very social and had a big heart. His talents were many but started off with building and fixing nearly anything. He owned and operated a lumber yard in Burdett, Kansas. After serving that community for many years he moved to Hesston, Kansas, where he started his own construction business focusing on remodels and new construction, mostly in the Harvey County area. He named the business Cornerstone Construction as he wanted a name that indicated a spiritual connection that he had in his own life. He later studied to become a heavy equipment operator and was very proud of being an award-winning crane operator for the multiple Kansas area refineries.Upon retiring, Mike moved to Salina, Kansas, to be near his son and family. He loved spending time with the family even if it meant just riding through his favorite park with his grandson discussing the Bible and on the continued hunt for the infamous albino squirrel they often sighted. He had a love for the Lord and felt led several times to participate in various mission trips around the world. If you spent anytime talking with him, no doubt you had heard some of those stories. He took up the hobby of gold mining in his spare time. You would see him sitting out in front of his apartment, sifting through the sandy treasures he would bring back from his gold claim in the Colorado Mountains. Those mountains stole his heart and were a special place that truly made him happy.Mike is survived by his son John and wife Noel, along with 5 Grandchildren, Kristionah Lippard, Breonah Lippard, Camdyn Schreiber, Colin Schreiber, and Jaren Schreiber, 2 Great Grandchildren, Evelynn Woodring and Elias Woodring, all of Salina, Kansas; Sister Rebecca Tedrow and husband Stan of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and Nephews Jim Tedrow, Matt Tedrow, and their families of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.Mike was preceded in death by his Father, Lester Schreiber, and Mother, Helen Hess.Following cremation, there will be a Celebration of Life held at Sunset Park, 544 Sunset Drive in Salina, Kansas, at 6:00 p.m. Friday, June 18th.

Mike Schreiber

<a></a>Stanley J. Nikkel, 78, of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 14, 2021, surrounded by family at Pleasant View Home, Inman.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a farmer and truck driver.

Stan was born on April 10, 1943, in Goessel, KS, the son of Benjamin L. and Justina (Friesen) Nikkel.&nbsp;&nbsp;On October 18, 1968, he was united in marriage to Judith Ann Barkman at Greenland Church in Manitoba, Canada.

He was a member of Smoky Hills Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Windom, KS.&nbsp;

Survivors include: his two sons, Chad Nikkel of Scottsdale, Arizona and Greg (Julie) Nikkel of Leesburg, Ohio; four grandchildren, Zachary, Shaina, Kaylee, and Mariah; one sister, Betty (Dale) Ensz of Inman, Kansas; one brother, Lee (Carol) Nikkel of Madrid, Nebraska; brothers-in-law, Dennis (Carol) Barkman of Swan River, Manitoba, David (Karen) Barkman of Kelowna, British Columbia, Galen (Charlene) Barkman of Morven, North Carolina; sisters-in-law, Wilma Barkman of Swan River, Manitoba, Lois (Marvin) Warkentin of Grandview, Manitoba, Kathy (Howard) Penner of Norquay, Saskatchewan, Darlene (Gordan) Harris of St. Andrews, Manitoba, Glenna (Les) Giesbrecht of Elma, Manitoba, and Ruth (James) Bartel of Benito, Manitoba.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, one sister, Lillian, and three brothers-in-law, James Hiebert, Weston Barkman, and Gerald Barkman.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 17, 2021, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite (Inman, KS).&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at Zion Church Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, June 16, at the church with family receiving friends from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Memorial donations may be given to Southern Ohio Christian School (Leesburg, OH) or Plainview School (Inman, KS) in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>

<h2>Stanley J. Nikkel, Inman</h2>April 10, 1943 - June 14, 2021<a></a>Stanley J. Nikkel, 78, of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 14, 2021, surrounded by family at Pleasant View Home, Inman.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a farmer and truck driver.Stan was born on April 10, 1943, in Goessel, KS, the son of Benjamin L. and Justina (Friesen) Nikkel.&nbsp;&nbsp;On October 18, 1968, he was united in marriage to Judith Ann Barkman at Greenland Church in Manitoba, Canada.He was a member of Smoky Hills Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Windom, KS.&nbsp;Survivors include: his two sons, Chad Nikkel of Scottsdale, Arizona and Greg (Julie) Nikkel of Leesburg, Ohio; four grandchildren, Zachary, Shaina, Kaylee, and Mariah; one sister, Betty (Dale) Ensz of Inman, Kansas; one brother, Lee (Carol) Nikkel of Madrid, Nebraska; brothers-in-law, Dennis (Carol) Barkman of Swan River, Manitoba, David (Karen) Barkman of Kelowna, British Columbia, Galen (Charlene) Barkman of Morven, North Carolina; sisters-in-law, Wilma Barkman of Swan River, Manitoba, Lois (Marvin) Warkentin of Grandview, Manitoba, Kathy (Howard) Penner of Norquay, Saskatchewan, Darlene (Gordan) Harris of St. Andrews, Manitoba, Glenna (Les) Giesbrecht of Elma, Manitoba, and Ruth (James) Bartel of Benito, Manitoba.He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, one sister, Lillian, and three brothers-in-law, James Hiebert, Weston Barkman, and Gerald Barkman.The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 17, 2021, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite (Inman, KS).&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at Zion Church Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, June 16, at the church with family receiving friends from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.Memorial donations may be given to Southern Ohio Christian School (Leesburg, OH) or Plainview School (Inman, KS) in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>

Stanley J. Nikkel

Carl Dixon Sanders, 80, died June 13, 2021,&nbsp;at&nbsp;his home surrounded by family. He was born February 1, 1941, in Santa Fe, NM, to Jack Travis Sanders and Frances Louise Bryan Sanders. He married Kathleen Joan&nbsp;Cultron&nbsp;Sanders in 1978 and they enjoyed 43 years together. Carl is proceeded in death by his parents and son,&nbsp;Robert Dixon Sanders. He is survived by his wife, sister,&nbsp;Carole Travis&nbsp;Sanders&nbsp;Post, son,&nbsp;Travis Dixon Sanders (Sarah), daughters,&nbsp;Robin Kathleen Sanders&nbsp;Kissuu(Sila), Cari Marie Sanders Harpster (Doug), grandsons,&nbsp;Samuel Robert&nbsp;Kissuu, Sean Thomas&nbsp;Rahman, Jack Thomas Sanders, and granddaughters,&nbsp;Tyra Sophia Grace Rankin (Steven), Kylie&nbsp;Renee&nbsp;Rahman, Ella&nbsp;Kajiru&nbsp;Kissuu&nbsp;and many nephews,&nbsp;nieces, and cousins. He loved and was loved by his family. Carl belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints&nbsp;and&nbsp;was good friends with his&nbsp;Heavenly&nbsp;Father and his Lord,&nbsp;Jesus Christ. He will be missed&nbsp;and&nbsp;will prepare a heavenly home for his family as they join him, just as he did on earth.&nbsp;In leu of flowers memorials&nbsp;may be made&nbsp;to the Salvation Army or the LDS Missionary Fund.

The family will hold private graveside services. 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>Carl Dixon Sanders, 80, died June 13, 2021,&nbsp;at&nbsp;his home surrounded by family. He was born February 1, 1941, in Santa Fe, NM, to Jack Travis Sanders and Frances Louise Bryan Sanders. He married Kathleen Joan&nbsp;Cultron&nbsp;Sanders in 1978 and they enjoyed 43 years together. Carl is proceeded in death by his parents and son,&nbsp;Robert Dixon Sanders. He is survived by his wife, sister,&nbsp;Carole Travis&nbsp;Sanders&nbsp;Post, son,&nbsp;Travis Dixon Sanders (Sarah), daughters,&nbsp;Robin Kathleen Sanders&nbsp;Kissuu(Sila), Cari Marie Sanders Harpster (Doug), grandsons,&nbsp;Samuel Robert&nbsp;Kissuu, Sean Thomas&nbsp;Rahman, Jack Thomas Sanders, and granddaughters,&nbsp;Tyra Sophia Grace Rankin (Steven), Kylie&nbsp;Renee&nbsp;Rahman, Ella&nbsp;Kajiru&nbsp;Kissuu&nbsp;and many nephews,&nbsp;nieces, and cousins. He loved and was loved by his family. Carl belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints&nbsp;and&nbsp;was good friends with his&nbsp;Heavenly&nbsp;Father and his Lord,&nbsp;Jesus Christ. He will be missed&nbsp;and&nbsp;will prepare a heavenly home for his family as they join him, just as he did on earth.&nbsp;In leu of flowers memorials&nbsp;may be made&nbsp;to the Salvation Army or the LDS Missionary Fund.The family will hold private graveside services. For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>.

Carl D. Sanders

November 14, 1950 - June 13, 2021

Forrest Hiserote was born in Beloit, Kansas on November 14, 1950 to Elsie (Srna) and Virgil Hiserote. He grew up on a farm east of Beloit with his seven siblings and attended Beloit High School until the 10th grade.&nbsp;

He met his wife, Jeanne Houghton, and married her on June 30, 1973. They were blessed with three children, Jennifer, Shellie and Jamie.&nbsp;

Forrest worked on Van Pelt’s farm before he started working on the trash truck with his brother, Frank, where he worked until his retirement in 2020. Frank and Forrest co-owned Hiserote Trash Service together and added Forrest’s son, Jamie&nbsp;to the business in June 2006.&nbsp;

Forrest loved fishing and him and Jeanne went on numerous fishing and camping trips with their children. He also enjoyed going canoeing and riding around in the country. They knew all the back roads.&nbsp; Forrest was an outdoorsy guy and one of his favorite hobbies was planting trees and later when he moved out to his childhood farm, he loved watching his cows, deer, birds and other wildlife. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and family and was so proud of all of them!&nbsp;

Forrest was preceded in death by his siblings, Frank Hiserote, Doris Schramek and Merle Hiserote and his parents. He is survived by his children, Jamie (Kara) Hiserote of Beloit, Shellie (Troy) Colby of Lawrence and Jennifer Hiserote of Beloit and his sisters, Mary Gomel of Salina, Millie (Larry) Ross of Aurora, Colorado, Dee (Chuck) Vogan of Junction City and Francie (Pat) Harmon of Topeka and all of his 12 grandchildren and his only great-grandchild, Lakyn Hiserote of Hays.&nbsp;

A celebration of life will be held at the Beloit First United Methodist Church,&nbsp; 801 N. Bell, on Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 11-1.&nbsp; Lunch will be served. Please bring your stories!

All donations can be made to Beloit First United Methodist Church or to the Solomon Valley Transportation, P.O. Box 412, Beloit, Ks 67420.

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 </figure>November 14, 1950 - June 13, 2021Forrest Hiserote was born in Beloit, Kansas on November 14, 1950 to Elsie (Srna) and Virgil Hiserote. He grew up on a farm east of Beloit with his seven siblings and attended Beloit High School until the 10th grade.&nbsp;He met his wife, Jeanne Houghton, and married her on June 30, 1973. They were blessed with three children, Jennifer, Shellie and Jamie.&nbsp;Forrest worked on Van Pelt’s farm before he started working on the trash truck with his brother, Frank, where he worked until his retirement in 2020. Frank and Forrest co-owned Hiserote Trash Service together and added Forrest’s son, Jamie&nbsp;to the business in June 2006.&nbsp;Forrest loved fishing and him and Jeanne went on numerous fishing and camping trips with their children. He also enjoyed going canoeing and riding around in the country. They knew all the back roads.&nbsp; Forrest was an outdoorsy guy and one of his favorite hobbies was planting trees and later when he moved out to his childhood farm, he loved watching his cows, deer, birds and other wildlife. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and family and was so proud of all of them!&nbsp;Forrest was preceded in death by his siblings, Frank Hiserote, Doris Schramek and Merle Hiserote and his parents. He is survived by his children, Jamie (Kara) Hiserote of Beloit, Shellie (Troy) Colby of Lawrence and Jennifer Hiserote of Beloit and his sisters, Mary Gomel of Salina, Millie (Larry) Ross of Aurora, Colorado, Dee (Chuck) Vogan of Junction City and Francie (Pat) Harmon of Topeka and all of his 12 grandchildren and his only great-grandchild, Lakyn Hiserote of Hays.&nbsp;A celebration of life will be held at the Beloit First United Methodist Church,&nbsp; 801 N. Bell, on Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 11-1.&nbsp; Lunch will be served. Please bring your stories!All donations can be made to Beloit First United Methodist Church or to the Solomon Valley Transportation, P.O. Box 412, Beloit, Ks 67420.

Forrest Hiserote

October 26, 1957 - June 13, 2021

Sylvia Ruth Ludwig of Beloit, Kansas, died suddenly at her home on June 13, 2021. Sylvia was born on October 26, 1957, the fourth child and only daughter of Ruth and Max Ludwig. Though she was the youngest, it didn’t take long for her to keep up with big brothers Brian, Roger, and Lee, who often referred to her as the best athlete in the family.

Sylvia was active in several sports in high school, excelling in all of them. After graduating from Kansas State University in 1979, she spent six years teaching and coaching at Clifton-Clyde Middle and Grade School. Sylvia returned to Beloit in 1988 as a physical education teacher and volleyball coach at Beloit Jr. and Senior High School. Sylvia later earned her master’s degree of education from Fort Hays University and retired from teaching in 2016.

Sylvia was the best of many things to many people: daughter, sister, wife, aunt, friend, teacher, coach. Fiercely loyal and caring, she touched the lives of all she met. Often described as “one of my all-time favorite people), Sylvia would light up the room with her bright smile and warm hugs.&nbsp; She also entertained her golfing and domino buddies with her competitive spirit and love of the games.

She was genuinely interested in how you were. Nieces and former students would often receive handwritten notes (always on legal pad paper) including a thoughtful book or memento. Known as “Coach Lud” or just “Lud,” Syl continued to encourage her former athletes long after they left high school.

Nothing brought Sylvia more joy than her family. She was only ten when her oldest brother Brian was paralyzed in a college football game. Sylvia became Brian’s biggest fan—and “volunteer” coaching assistant—when Brian returned to teach and coach at St. John’s High School. She and her family spent many hours around the kitchen table, telling stories, playing games, but mostly just enjoying each other’s company.

Sylvia was the consummate caretaker of not only Brian, but later her dad and mom as they aged and experienced health issues. She always put the needs of others before her own and Roger and Lee would agree that Syl was the family’s “go-to.”

Sylvia relished her role as the fun aunt. She would jokingly tell her nieces to “go play in traffic,” and shared everything from flying kites to giving them drink tickets when they would later travel together. Her family will always treasure the many memories of vacations with Aunt Syl. You would often find her awake early, Diet Coke in hand, purple K-State gear on, ready for a challenging game of Scrabble (which she would almost certainly win).

Seventeen years ago, the most important event of Sylvia’s life occurred when she met Colleen McKeon, who brought her untold happiness. Syl and Colleen enjoyed life to the fullest: golfing, traveling, and watching endless sports programming. They gave each other a love that neither one knew was possible. Sylvia and Colleen were married on June 8, 2019 and had just returned from a Colorado road trip celebrating their second wedding anniversary.

Sylvia made all of our lives better. Her death leaves a huge void for all who knew and loved her. But how she did love us.

Sylvia was preceded in death by her brother Brian, parents Max and Ruth, and sister-in-law Martha Ludwig. She is survived by wife Colleen McKeon of the home; Colleen’s daughter Heather McKeon of Omaha, Ne.; brother Roger Ludwig of Kearney, Ne.; brother Lee (Patrice) Ludwig, Shawnee, Ks.; niece Samantha Malone (Shawn), Kearney, Ne.; niece Amy Anderson , Kearney, Ne.; niece Barbara Jurgensmeier (Andy), Kansas City, Mo.; niece Caroline Maher (Cory), Overland Park, Ks.; niece Kathleen Rush (Joe), Shawnee, Ks.; niece Kelsey Ludwig, Roeland Park, Ks, as well as countless cousins, great nieces and nephews, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Sylvia’s name made be sent to the American Diabetes Association.

Private family services will take place. A public celebration of life will take place starting at Noon on Thursday at the Down Under. Friends may sign the register book from 9 AM to 5 PM Wednesday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home.

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 </figure>October 26, 1957 - June 13, 2021Sylvia Ruth Ludwig of Beloit, Kansas, died suddenly at her home on June 13, 2021. Sylvia was born on October 26, 1957, the fourth child and only daughter of Ruth and Max Ludwig. Though she was the youngest, it didn’t take long for her to keep up with big brothers Brian, Roger, and Lee, who often referred to her as the best athlete in the family.Sylvia was active in several sports in high school, excelling in all of them. After graduating from Kansas State University in 1979, she spent six years teaching and coaching at Clifton-Clyde Middle and Grade School. Sylvia returned to Beloit in 1988 as a physical education teacher and volleyball coach at Beloit Jr. and Senior High School. Sylvia later earned her master’s degree of education from Fort Hays University and retired from teaching in 2016.Sylvia was the best of many things to many people: daughter, sister, wife, aunt, friend, teacher, coach. Fiercely loyal and caring, she touched the lives of all she met. Often described as “one of my all-time favorite people), Sylvia would light up the room with her bright smile and warm hugs.&nbsp; She also entertained her golfing and domino buddies with her competitive spirit and love of the games.She was genuinely interested in how you were. Nieces and former students would often receive handwritten notes (always on legal pad paper) including a thoughtful book or memento. Known as “Coach Lud” or just “Lud,” Syl continued to encourage her former athletes long after they left high school.Nothing brought Sylvia more joy than her family. She was only ten when her oldest brother Brian was paralyzed in a college football game. Sylvia became Brian’s biggest fan—and “volunteer” coaching assistant—when Brian returned to teach and coach at St. John’s High School. She and her family spent many hours around the kitchen table, telling stories, playing games, but mostly just enjoying each other’s company.Sylvia was the consummate caretaker of not only Brian, but later her dad and mom as they aged and experienced health issues. She always put the needs of others before her own and Roger and Lee would agree that Syl was the family’s “go-to.”Sylvia relished her role as the fun aunt. She would jokingly tell her nieces to “go play in traffic,” and shared everything from flying kites to giving them drink tickets when they would later travel together. Her family will always treasure the many memories of vacations with Aunt Syl. You would often find her awake early, Diet Coke in hand, purple K-State gear on, ready for a challenging game of Scrabble (which she would almost certainly win).Seventeen years ago, the most important event of Sylvia’s life occurred when she met Colleen McKeon, who brought her untold happiness. Syl and Colleen enjoyed life to the fullest: golfing, traveling, and watching endless sports programming. They gave each other a love that neither one knew was possible. Sylvia and Colleen were married on June 8, 2019 and had just returned from a Colorado road trip celebrating their second wedding anniversary.Sylvia made all of our lives better. Her death leaves a huge void for all who knew and loved her. But how she did love us.Sylvia was preceded in death by her brother Brian, parents Max and Ruth, and sister-in-law Martha Ludwig. She is survived by wife Colleen McKeon of the home; Colleen’s daughter Heather McKeon of Omaha, Ne.; brother Roger Ludwig of Kearney, Ne.; brother Lee (Patrice) Ludwig, Shawnee, Ks.; niece Samantha Malone (Shawn), Kearney, Ne.; niece Amy Anderson , Kearney, Ne.; niece Barbara Jurgensmeier (Andy), Kansas City, Mo.; niece Caroline Maher (Cory), Overland Park, Ks.; niece Kathleen Rush (Joe), Shawnee, Ks.; niece Kelsey Ludwig, Roeland Park, Ks, as well as countless cousins, great nieces and nephews, and friends.In lieu of flowers, donations in Sylvia’s name made be sent to the American Diabetes Association.Private family services will take place. A public celebration of life will take place starting at Noon on Thursday at the Down Under. Friends may sign the register book from 9 AM to 5 PM Wednesday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home.

Sylvia Ruth Ludwig

January 13, 1962 ~ June 12, 2021 (age 59)

David’s life began on January 13, 1962 in Marion.  He was the son of Elred “Bud” Zeiner and Flora (Hoemer) Martin and step father Richard Martin.   He was united in marriage to the former Mary Nault on September 10, 2006 in Herington.  David was a “Jack of all Trades”.  He worked in the oil fields as a young man and for area farmers.  David loved putting things together and was very handy.  He enjoyed painting, woodworking, fixing up his house and doing mechanics work.  David served his country briefly in the United States Army before being issued a medical discharge.  He is survived by his wife Mary Zeiner of Herington, siblings Linda (Tim) Douglas of Abilene, Flora (Dale) English of Paducah, KY, Vera Davis of Junction City, Betty Wheeler of Herington, and Tommy Zeiner and several nieces and nephews.  David passed away at his home on Saturday June 12, 2021.  He is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Butchy and John Zeiner.  David’s family will gather with friends on Thursday June 17th from 3-5 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home where his funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. led by Pastor Lorenzo Jackson.  David will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery at a later date.  Memorial contributions in David’s name may be directed to Mary in care of the funeral home.  Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of David at www.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure>January 13, 1962 ~ June 12, 2021 (age 59)David’s life began on January 13, 1962 in Marion. He was the son of Elred “Bud” Zeiner and Flora (Hoemer) Martin and step father Richard Martin. He was united in marriage to the former Mary Nault on September 10, 2006 in Herington. David was a “Jack of all Trades”. He worked in the oil fields as a young man and for area farmers. David loved putting things together and was very handy. He enjoyed painting, woodworking, fixing up his house and doing mechanics work. David served his country briefly in the United States Army before being issued a medical discharge. He is survived by his wife Mary Zeiner of Herington, siblings Linda (Tim) Douglas of Abilene, Flora (Dale) English of Paducah, KY, Vera Davis of Junction City, Betty Wheeler of Herington, and Tommy Zeiner and several nieces and nephews. David passed away at his home on Saturday June 12, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Butchy and John Zeiner. David’s family will gather with friends on Thursday June 17th from 3-5 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home where his funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. led by Pastor Lorenzo Jackson. David will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions in David’s name may be directed to Mary in care of the funeral home. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of David at www.ymzfh.com.

David Lee Zeiner

Howard E. Cowin, 75, of Salina, passed away Saturday, June 12th, 2021. He was born Nov. 27th, 1945 in Oil City, Pa.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Cowin and Elizabeth Carter, sister Mary Carter, and grandson Landon Paul Carter Carpenter.

Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Patti Cowin; son, Mark (Kassidy) Cowin of Ponca City, Okla.; daughters, Elizabeth Cowin of Salina, Barbara (Ryan) Sellers of Salina, Teresa Cowin of Salina; and 15 Grandchildren.

After high school Howard started driving a semitruck for a company called Global. This job took him all over the United States and ultimately landed him in Kansas. Here he met his wife, Patti, and they continued traveling with his job until they started a family. Four kids later Howard started some new adventures in refrigerator repair where he was known as Dagwood. He also started working for a company called Volunteers of America where he did maintenance work for a few retirement homes around Salina. He retired from maintenance in 2013 and started working for Johnson Sand and then ultimately retired in 2016. Quickly getting bored with retirement Howard became a receipt checker at Sam’s and proudly worked there for over five years until his passing.

Howard’s life was devoted to his loving wife of 38 years, his four children, and 15 grandchildren. He absolutely loved being a husband, dad, grandpa, and friend. He was always entertaining, had something to say about any subject, and was more than willing to give you his opinion on anything whether you wanted it or not. He loved goofing around and messing with the grandkids and their friends. He loved to watch AGT, play Texas Rummy, and go camping. He was always tinkering and fixing things, Jack of all trades and master of none. Howard had the good fortune to be loved by many in his life and he will be missed terribly.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday June 19th at 10 a.m. at the&nbsp;Salina Baptist Church 600 W. Prescott Ave,&nbsp;Salina, Ks 67401.

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 </figure>Howard E. Cowin, 75, of Salina, passed away Saturday, June 12th, 2021. He was born Nov. 27th, 1945 in Oil City, Pa.He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Cowin and Elizabeth Carter, sister Mary Carter, and grandson Landon Paul Carter Carpenter.Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Patti Cowin; son, Mark (Kassidy) Cowin of Ponca City, Okla.; daughters, Elizabeth Cowin of Salina, Barbara (Ryan) Sellers of Salina, Teresa Cowin of Salina; and 15 Grandchildren.After high school Howard started driving a semitruck for a company called Global. This job took him all over the United States and ultimately landed him in Kansas. Here he met his wife, Patti, and they continued traveling with his job until they started a family. Four kids later Howard started some new adventures in refrigerator repair where he was known as Dagwood. He also started working for a company called Volunteers of America where he did maintenance work for a few retirement homes around Salina. He retired from maintenance in 2013 and started working for Johnson Sand and then ultimately retired in 2016. Quickly getting bored with retirement Howard became a receipt checker at Sam’s and proudly worked there for over five years until his passing.Howard’s life was devoted to his loving wife of 38 years, his four children, and 15 grandchildren. He absolutely loved being a husband, dad, grandpa, and friend. He was always entertaining, had something to say about any subject, and was more than willing to give you his opinion on anything whether you wanted it or not. He loved goofing around and messing with the grandkids and their friends. He loved to watch AGT, play Texas Rummy, and go camping. He was always tinkering and fixing things, Jack of all trades and master of none. Howard had the good fortune to be loved by many in his life and he will be missed terribly.Funeral Services will be held on Saturday June 19th at 10 a.m. at the&nbsp;Salina Baptist Church 600 W. Prescott Ave,&nbsp;Salina, Ks 67401.

Howard E. Cowin

<a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ruby-Chizek">Obituary for Ruby V. (Jarrett) Chizek | Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home (tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com)</a>

Ruby Valora Chizek was born on May 2, 1930, near Agenda, Kansas, the daughter of Victor V. and Alice (Anderson) Jarrett. Ruby attended Agenda schools, graduating from Agenda High School, class of 1948.

She was united in marriage to Dale LeRoy Chizek on April 29, 1951, and to this union of 60 years, four children were born.

Ruby worked as a clerk at the Food Mart in Belleville, and in her free time she worked in her garden and tending to her flowers, crocheting, and feeding her backyard birds. She also enjoyed playing bridge and quilting with friends, and having a cup of coffee with a rohlík or kolache when visiting with her family and friends.

Ruby passed away on May 29, 2021, in Belleville, at the age of 91 years and 27 days.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dale, daughter Glory Chizek, son Guy Chizek, and grandson Alan Chizek. She is also preceded in death by her brother Verlin J. Jarrett and his wife Marjorie, brother Jack J. Jarrett and his wife Arlene, and sister Virginia Johnson and her husband George.

Ruby will be forever missed and her memories will be forever cherished by her daughter Dala Chizek of Cuba, daughter Renna Baldwin and her husband Todd of Arkansas, daughter-in-law Karla Chizek of Agenda, grandson Carl Chizek and Melanie, granddaughter Amber Thomas and her husband Patrick, grandson John Williams, and granddaughter Vanessa Willaims. Ruby is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Evan, Avery, Owen, Aeden, Kay Ann and Wiatt.

Memorials services will be on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 10:30 a.m., at the Presbyterian Church in Cuba, with Pastor Phil Goombi officiating. The family will greet friends following the service at the church, where a luncheon will be served.

A private family burial will occur at Agenda City Cemetery later in the afternoon.

Friends may sign Ruby’s book at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home on Friday, June 11, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Memorials are requested to the family’s choice, to be designated at a later date, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home assisted the Chizek family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ruby V. (Jarrett) Chizek, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ruby-Chizek/sympathy">floral store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ruby-Chizek">Obituary for Ruby V. (Jarrett) Chizek | Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home (tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com)</a>May 2, 1930 ~ May 29, 2021 (age 91)Ruby Valora Chizek was born on May 2, 1930, near Agenda, Kansas, the daughter of Victor V. and Alice (Anderson) Jarrett. Ruby attended Agenda schools, graduating from Agenda High School, class of 1948.She was united in marriage to Dale LeRoy Chizek on April 29, 1951, and to this union of 60 years, four children were born.Ruby worked as a clerk at the Food Mart in Belleville, and in her free time she worked in her garden and tending to her flowers, crocheting, and feeding her backyard birds. She also enjoyed playing bridge and quilting with friends, and having a cup of coffee with a rohlík or kolache when visiting with her family and friends.Ruby passed away on May 29, 2021, in Belleville, at the age of 91 years and 27 days.She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dale, daughter Glory Chizek, son Guy Chizek, and grandson Alan Chizek. She is also preceded in death by her brother Verlin J. Jarrett and his wife Marjorie, brother Jack J. Jarrett and his wife Arlene, and sister Virginia Johnson and her husband George.Ruby will be forever missed and her memories will be forever cherished by her daughter Dala Chizek of Cuba, daughter Renna Baldwin and her husband Todd of Arkansas, daughter-in-law Karla Chizek of Agenda, grandson Carl Chizek and Melanie, granddaughter Amber Thomas and her husband Patrick, grandson John Williams, and granddaughter Vanessa Willaims. Ruby is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Evan, Avery, Owen, Aeden, Kay Ann and Wiatt.Memorials services will be on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 10:30 a.m., at the Presbyterian Church in Cuba, with Pastor Phil Goombi officiating. The family will greet friends following the service at the church, where a luncheon will be served.A private family burial will occur at Agenda City Cemetery later in the afternoon.Friends may sign Ruby’s book at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home on Friday, June 11, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Memorials are requested to the family’s choice, to be designated at a later date, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home assisted the Chizek family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ruby V. (Jarrett) Chizek, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ruby-Chizek/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Ruby V. (Jarrett) Chizek

<a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Joan-Ruth-Duerksen?obId=21417771#/obituaryInfo">Joan Ruth Duerksen Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (jostfuneralhome.com)</a>

Newton - Joan Ruth Duerksen, 83, passed away June 12, 2021 at her residence in Newton. She was born February 8, 1938 in Lehigh to Dan and Rose (Klassen) Plett. She married Willis Duerksen September 13, 1956 at Gnadenau Church rural Hillsboro. 

Survivors include sons Noel (Barb) Duerksen of Springhill, KS, Richard (Amy) Duerksen of Newton; daughters Nona (Jeff) Mason of Goodland, KS, Martha (Roy) Hopkins of Newton; brother Robert (Eilene) Plett of Reedley, CA; sister Carol Jantz of Denver, Colorado; sister-in-law Rowena Plett of Lincolnville; 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Willis Duerksen in 2015 and brother-in-law, Jerry Plett in 2020. 

Celebration of Life service 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 18, 2021 at Grace Community Church in Newton officiated by Pastor Steve Friesen. Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Grace Community Church in Newton. 

Memorials to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Jost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 266, Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joan Ruth Duerksen, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=21417771&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_1BF&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tribute Store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Joan-Ruth-Duerksen?obId=21417771#/obituaryInfo">Joan Ruth Duerksen Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (jostfuneralhome.com)</a>February 8, 1938 - June 12, 2021Newton - Joan Ruth Duerksen, 83, passed away June 12, 2021 at her residence in Newton. She was born February 8, 1938 in Lehigh to Dan and Rose (Klassen) Plett. She married Willis Duerksen September 13, 1956 at Gnadenau Church rural Hillsboro. Survivors include sons Noel (Barb) Duerksen of Springhill, KS, Richard (Amy) Duerksen of Newton; daughters Nona (Jeff) Mason of Goodland, KS, Martha (Roy) Hopkins of Newton; brother Robert (Eilene) Plett of Reedley, CA; sister Carol Jantz of Denver, Colorado; sister-in-law Rowena Plett of Lincolnville; 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Willis Duerksen in 2015 and brother-in-law, Jerry Plett in 2020. Celebration of Life service 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 18, 2021 at Grace Community Church in Newton officiated by Pastor Steve Friesen. Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Grace Community Church in Newton. Memorials to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Jost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 266, Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.comTo send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joan Ruth Duerksen, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=21417771&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_1BF&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tribute Store.</a>

Joan Ruth Duerksen

<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Mary-Folk">Obituary for Mary Francis (Perkins) Folk | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>

Mary F. Folk, 86, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021 in Lyons. She was born March 22, 1935 in Healdton, OK to Hosey D. and Eddie Lee (Underwood) Perkins.

Mary was a longtime resident of Bushton where she was a teller at the Bushton State Bank. She married Melvin Folk in Wellington, KS on December 29, 1951.

Mary is survived by her sons Bob Folk of Great Bend and Jerry Folk (Vicki) of Bushton; grandchildren Adam Folk, Abby Terrell (Fletcher), Andi Hicks, Jessica Folk (Chris Riedel), Sloan Folk, Ben Folk, CiJi Folk (JD Linville), Ryan Hickel (Amanda Roach), and Tarilynn Hickel; great-grandchildren Cruz, Fletcher, Aliviyah, Zaida, and Zaxton; and sister-in-law Elda Perkins of Geneseo. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Melvin Folk; son Brad Folk; daughter Marsha Folk; and siblings, Travis James Perkins, Bobby Lee Perkins, Charlie Perkins, Betty Ruth Lahar, Clifford Perkins, Patsy Ann Thompson, Linda Sue White, and Johnny Mac Perkins.

&nbsp; Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Thursday, June 17, 2021, with family present from 6-8 p.m. at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

Funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 18, 2021, at Bushton First United Methodist Church with burial following in the Lorraine Baptist Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Bushton Community Development Inc. (BCDI) Building or the City of Bushton School Fund, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Mary-Folk">Obituary for Mary Francis (Perkins) Folk | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>March 22, 1935 ~ June 13, 2021 (age 86)Mary F. Folk, 86, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021 in Lyons. She was born March 22, 1935 in Healdton, OK to Hosey D. and Eddie Lee (Underwood) Perkins.Mary was a longtime resident of Bushton where she was a teller at the Bushton State Bank. She married Melvin Folk in Wellington, KS on December 29, 1951.Mary is survived by her sons Bob Folk of Great Bend and Jerry Folk (Vicki) of Bushton; grandchildren Adam Folk, Abby Terrell (Fletcher), Andi Hicks, Jessica Folk (Chris Riedel), Sloan Folk, Ben Folk, CiJi Folk (JD Linville), Ryan Hickel (Amanda Roach), and Tarilynn Hickel; great-grandchildren Cruz, Fletcher, Aliviyah, Zaida, and Zaxton; and sister-in-law Elda Perkins of Geneseo. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Melvin Folk; son Brad Folk; daughter Marsha Folk; and siblings, Travis James Perkins, Bobby Lee Perkins, Charlie Perkins, Betty Ruth Lahar, Clifford Perkins, Patsy Ann Thompson, Linda Sue White, and Johnny Mac Perkins.&nbsp; Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Thursday, June 17, 2021, with family present from 6-8 p.m. at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.Funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 18, 2021, at Bushton First United Methodist Church with burial following in the Lorraine Baptist Cemetery.Memorial contributions can be made to the Bushton Community Development Inc. (BCDI) Building or the City of Bushton School Fund, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mary Francis (Perkins) Folk, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Mary-Folk/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Mary Francis (Perkins) Folk

<a href="https://www.sawyerchapel.com/obituary/John-True">Obituary for John True | Sawyer Funeral Home (sawyerchapel.com)</a>

John Steven True, age 32, passed away June 9, 2021 at Morris County Hospital. He was born October 18, 1988 in Council Grove to John and Loretta (Carpenter) True.

John graduated from Council Grove High School in 2008.&nbsp; He attended Emporia State University and due to health issues, he transferred to Butler County&nbsp;and graduated with an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts.

John was an extraordinary person. He always made the very best of any situation. He was a kind and caring individual, always putting others before himself. He loved to laugh, have a good time and spending time with his friends.&nbsp; He enjoyed his dad driving him and his friends in the van to attend concerts.&nbsp; He cherished his family and enjoyed time with his nieces and nephews. He also loved his dog, Chuck.

John was preceded in death by his Grandpa John True and Uncle Brad True. John is survived by his parents John R. and Loretta True of Council Grove; brothers Jake True of Council Grove and Cody True and wife Allison of Herington; sister Sara True of Council Grove; grandmothers Karen True and Betty Helton, both of Council Grove; &nbsp;nine nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. John will be sadly missed by all.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2021, with services to begin at 11:00 a.m., all to be held at Sawyer Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Sunny Slope Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Memorial contributions may be sent to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ&nbsp; 07078, which will be used to fund cures and treatments for paralysis.

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

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 </figure>October 18, 1988 ~ June 9, 2021 (age 32)<a href="https://www.sawyerchapel.com/obituary/John-True">Obituary for John True | Sawyer Funeral Home (sawyerchapel.com)</a>John Steven True, age 32, passed away June 9, 2021 at Morris County Hospital. He was born October 18, 1988 in Council Grove to John and Loretta (Carpenter) True.John graduated from Council Grove High School in 2008.&nbsp; He attended Emporia State University and due to health issues, he transferred to Butler County&nbsp;and graduated with an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts.John was an extraordinary person. He always made the very best of any situation. He was a kind and caring individual, always putting others before himself. He loved to laugh, have a good time and spending time with his friends.&nbsp; He enjoyed his dad driving him and his friends in the van to attend concerts.&nbsp; He cherished his family and enjoyed time with his nieces and nephews. He also loved his dog, Chuck.John was preceded in death by his Grandpa John True and Uncle Brad True. John is survived by his parents John R. and Loretta True of Council Grove; brothers Jake True of Council Grove and Cody True and wife Allison of Herington; sister Sara True of Council Grove; grandmothers Karen True and Betty Helton, both of Council Grove; &nbsp;nine nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. John will be sadly missed by all.A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2021, with services to begin at 11:00 a.m., all to be held at Sawyer Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Sunny Slope Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be sent to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ&nbsp; 07078, which will be used to fund cures and treatments for paralysis.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of John True, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sawyerchapel.com/obituary/John-True/sympathy">floral store.</a>

John True

<a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/janet-novlan-almon">Obituary | Janet Novlan-Almon of Aurora, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>

Janet L. Novlan-Almon, age 75, passed away on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Cloud County Health Center, Concordia, KS.&nbsp; Burial of the cremains will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 17, 2021 at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, Aurora, KS followed arosary at the cemetery.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Janet Novlan-Almon, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/janet-novlan-almon/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Janet Novlan-Almon</h2><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/janet-novlan-almon">Obituary | Janet Novlan-Almon of Aurora, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)</a>July 18, 1945 - June 10, 2021Janet L. Novlan-Almon, age 75, passed away on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Cloud County Health Center, Concordia, KS.&nbsp; Burial of the cremains will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 17, 2021 at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, Aurora, KS followed arosary at the cemetery.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Janet Novlan-Almon, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/janet-novlan-almon/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Janet Novlan-Almon

<a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/maxine-caron">Obituary | Maxine Marie Caron of Clyde, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home</a>

Maxine Marie Caron, age 96, passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021 at Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde, Kansas. She was born on October 9, 1924 on a farm near Clyde, Kansas to Arthur and Thressa (Bottger) Trowbridge.

Maxine attended county school at Cramner School and Joines School. She graduated from Clyde High School in 1942. Maxine married Vincent Caron in Salina, Kansas on February 27, 1946. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son (Arthur Joseph Caron), and sister Marge Knox.

Maxine in survived by her son Steven and friend Carolyn, grandchildren Evan Caron and friend Minique (Portland, Oregon) and granddaughter Hallie Caron Whalen and husband Corey (Prineville, Oregon), nieces: Jeanne Mac Vicar of Los Altos, California; Mary Carlson (Richard) Clyde, Kansas, Diane Caron of Santa Fe, New Mexico, nephew: Dennis Knox (Judy) of Kansas City, Mike Caron of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Paul Caron of Sante Fe, New Mexico.

Maxine lived her entire life in Clyde, Kansas. She was a lifetime member of the Clyde Christian Church, Christian Women’s Fellowship, past worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, and a member of the Clyde V.F.W. Auxiliary. She was Jr. Supt. and Senior Supt. of the Christian Church, secretary of the Clyde Senior Citizens Center for six years and secretary of the Clyde V.F.W. Auxiliary. Maxine was a Grand Marshall of the Clyde Watermelon Festival Parade on September 3, 2016. She was a recipient of the Harold and Leola Woods Service Award given by the Clyde Area Foundation in 2015.

Maxine was a “soda jerk” working the soda fountain at&nbsp; Isaacson’s Drug Store while in high school. Following high school she worked at the Exchange Bank for several years. She then was a receptionist for Dr. Coulter in Clyde, Kansas. Later Maxine worked as a school secretary at the Clyde Grade School for 27 ½ years. Last, but not least, she worked as a receptionist at Chaput Mortuary in Clyde, Kansas for several years, retiring on March 15, 2016 at the age of 92. Alexine Chaput would have been proud.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 16, 2021 at the Chaput Mortuary in Clyde, Kansas.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life service will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 17, 2021 at the First Christian Church in Clyde, Kansas with Pastor Marty Singleton officiating.&nbsp; A private family burial of the cremains will take place late at the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Clyde, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be given to Park Villa Nursing Home , Clyde, Kansas or Meadowlark Hospice in care of Chaput Mortuary, PO Box 291, Clyde, KS 66938.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/maxine-caron">Obituary | Maxine Marie Caron of Clyde, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home</a>October 9, 1924 - April 2, 2021Maxine Marie Caron, age 96, passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021 at Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde, Kansas. She was born on October 9, 1924 on a farm near Clyde, Kansas to Arthur and Thressa (Bottger) Trowbridge.Maxine attended county school at Cramner School and Joines School. She graduated from Clyde High School in 1942. Maxine married Vincent Caron in Salina, Kansas on February 27, 1946. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son (Arthur Joseph Caron), and sister Marge Knox.Maxine in survived by her son Steven and friend Carolyn, grandchildren Evan Caron and friend Minique (Portland, Oregon) and granddaughter Hallie Caron Whalen and husband Corey (Prineville, Oregon), nieces: Jeanne Mac Vicar of Los Altos, California; Mary Carlson (Richard) Clyde, Kansas, Diane Caron of Santa Fe, New Mexico, nephew: Dennis Knox (Judy) of Kansas City, Mike Caron of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Paul Caron of Sante Fe, New Mexico.Maxine lived her entire life in Clyde, Kansas. She was a lifetime member of the Clyde Christian Church, Christian Women’s Fellowship, past worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, and a member of the Clyde V.F.W. Auxiliary. She was Jr. Supt. and Senior Supt. of the Christian Church, secretary of the Clyde Senior Citizens Center for six years and secretary of the Clyde V.F.W. Auxiliary. Maxine was a Grand Marshall of the Clyde Watermelon Festival Parade on September 3, 2016. She was a recipient of the Harold and Leola Woods Service Award given by the Clyde Area Foundation in 2015.Maxine was a “soda jerk” working the soda fountain at&nbsp; Isaacson’s Drug Store while in high school. Following high school she worked at the Exchange Bank for several years. She then was a receptionist for Dr. Coulter in Clyde, Kansas. Later Maxine worked as a school secretary at the Clyde Grade School for 27 ½ years. Last, but not least, she worked as a receptionist at Chaput Mortuary in Clyde, Kansas for several years, retiring on March 15, 2016 at the age of 92. Alexine Chaput would have been proud.Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 16, 2021 at the Chaput Mortuary in Clyde, Kansas.Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life service will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 17, 2021 at the First Christian Church in Clyde, Kansas with Pastor Marty Singleton officiating.&nbsp; A private family burial of the cremains will take place late at the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Clyde, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be given to Park Villa Nursing Home , Clyde, Kansas or Meadowlark Hospice in care of Chaput Mortuary, PO Box 291, Clyde, KS 66938.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Maxine Marie Caron, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/maxine-caron/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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