<a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/charles-r-matthews">Obituary | Charles R. Matthews of Tescott, Kansas | Wilson Family Funeral Home</a>

Charles R. Matthews, 83, Tescott, died Friday, March 26, 2021 at his home. He was born July 28, 1937 in Tescott to Darius H. and Sylvia (Husted) Matthews.

He worked for Northern Natural Gas for many years.&nbsp; Charles was currently the Mayor of Tescott since being elected in 1997.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ivan.

Survivors are his wife, JoAnn; son, Michael (Carolyn) Matthews; daughter, Amy Matthews; brother, George (Jean) Matthews; sister-in-law, Edna Matthews; and one granddaughter, Kelsey Matthews.

Funeral services will be&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6">at 11:00 A.M., March 31</a>&nbsp;at the Tescott United Methodist Church. Visitation will be&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://7">from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday</a>&nbsp;at Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where the family will receive friends&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://8">from 5:00 to 7:00</a>.&nbsp;

Memorials may be made to the church or St. Jude’s and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://9">P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467</a>.

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<h2>Charles R. Matthews, Tescott</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/charles-r-matthews">Obituary | Charles R. Matthews of Tescott, Kansas | Wilson Family Funeral Home</a>July 28, 1937 - March 26, 2021Charles R. Matthews, 83, Tescott, died Friday, March 26, 2021 at his home. He was born July 28, 1937 in Tescott to Darius H. and Sylvia (Husted) Matthews.He worked for Northern Natural Gas for many years.&nbsp; Charles was currently the Mayor of Tescott since being elected in 1997.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ivan.Survivors are his wife, JoAnn; son, Michael (Carolyn) Matthews; daughter, Amy Matthews; brother, George (Jean) Matthews; sister-in-law, Edna Matthews; and one granddaughter, Kelsey Matthews.Funeral services will be&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6">at 11:00 A.M., March 31</a>&nbsp;at the Tescott United Methodist Church. Visitation will be&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://7">from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday</a>&nbsp;at Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where the family will receive friends&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://8">from 5:00 to 7:00</a>.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to the church or St. Jude’s and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://9">P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467</a>.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Charles R. Matthews, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/charles-r-matthews/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Charles R. Matthews

<a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/william-flickinger">Obituary | William Flickinger | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>

William R. Flickinger, 82, died March 25, 2021 in Clay Center.&nbsp; He was born August 23, 1938, in Derry, Pennsylvania, the son of Lawrence and Anna (Gombita) Flickinger.&nbsp; William grew up in Blairsville, PA and graduated from Bolivar High School in 1956.&nbsp; He farmed until joining the U.S. Army in 1958.&nbsp; 

He married Brigitte Knoop on July 12, 1974.&nbsp; William served rwo tours in Vietnam and retired after 24 years of service to his country and the couple lived in Wakefield.&nbsp; He worked as a delivery driver for the Bargain Barn Furniture Store for 12 years and he worked at the Gypsum Hill Cemetery in Salina for 15 years.&nbsp; The couple moved back to Wakefield in 2018.&nbsp;

 William enjoyed playing football, basketball, softball and baseball with his children and loved watching them play high school sports.&nbsp; He also liked to watch NFL, NBA and MLB games and liked to go fishing.&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisiters, Mennie, Nancy and Joan and 4 brothers, James, Jim, Fred and Jack.

Wife: Brigitte Flickinger of Wakefield, Kansas

Son: William, II and wife, Patricia Flickinger of Wakefield, Kansas

Son: Kevin and wife Darla Knepper Flickinger of Manhattan, Kansas

Son: Steven and wife, Toka Flickinger of Auburn, Kansas

Daughter: Helen and Husband, Keith Padgett of Sheridan, Arkansas

12 Grandchildren: Samantha, Kelly, Erin, Joshua, Virginia, Korbyn, Lacey, Lauren, Eli, Gavin, Stephanie and William

Sister: Susan Lentz of Blairsville, Pennsylvania

Memorial Services:&nbsp;will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2021 at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan, Kansas.

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kansas Outdoor Mentor Program c/o funeral home.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/william-flickinger">Obituary | William Flickinger | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>August 23, 1938 - March 25, 2021William R. Flickinger, 82, died March 25, 2021 in Clay Center.&nbsp; He was born August 23, 1938, in Derry, Pennsylvania, the son of Lawrence and Anna (Gombita) Flickinger.&nbsp; William grew up in Blairsville, PA and graduated from Bolivar High School in 1956.&nbsp; He farmed until joining the U.S. Army in 1958.&nbsp; He married Brigitte Knoop on July 12, 1974.&nbsp; William served rwo tours in Vietnam and retired after 24 years of service to his country and the couple lived in Wakefield.&nbsp; He worked as a delivery driver for the Bargain Barn Furniture Store for 12 years and he worked at the Gypsum Hill Cemetery in Salina for 15 years.&nbsp; The couple moved back to Wakefield in 2018.&nbsp; William enjoyed playing football, basketball, softball and baseball with his children and loved watching them play high school sports.&nbsp; He also liked to watch NFL, NBA and MLB games and liked to go fishing.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisiters, Mennie, Nancy and Joan and 4 brothers, James, Jim, Fred and Jack.Survivors:Wife: Brigitte Flickinger of Wakefield, KansasSon: William, II and wife, Patricia Flickinger of Wakefield, KansasSon: Kevin and wife Darla Knepper Flickinger of Manhattan, KansasSon: Steven and wife, Toka Flickinger of Auburn, KansasDaughter: Helen and Husband, Keith Padgett of Sheridan, Arkansas12 Grandchildren: Samantha, Kelly, Erin, Joshua, Virginia, Korbyn, Lacey, Lauren, Eli, Gavin, Stephanie and WilliamSister: Susan Lentz of Blairsville, PennsylvaniaMemorial Services:&nbsp;will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2021 at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan, Kansas.There will be no visitation.Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kansas Outdoor Mentor Program c/o funeral home.

William R. Flickinger

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/James-Anderson-175/#!/PhotosVideos">James Lee Anderson Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

James “Jim” Lee Anderson, 89, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Liberal, KS, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 26, 2021, at Glen Carr House Memory Care in Derby, KS. He was the owner and operator of Jim Anderson Oilfield Service and Alpha Services and Production. Jim was born on February 17, 1932, in McPherson County, KS, the son of Myron Carl and Helen Leona (Ek) Anderson. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1950. On December 9, 1951, Jim was united in marriage to Marilyn I. Love at the First Baptist Church in McPherson. He was a member of the First Baptist Church where he was an ordained deacon, Sunday school teacher, and devoted servant. Survivors include: his loving wife of 69 years, Marilyn of the home; four children, Pamela Kliewer of Haslett, MI, Mark Anderson (Virginia) of Wichita, KS, Lesa Okins of Roanoke, VA, and Neal Anderson of Winter Garden, FL; a brother, Randolph Anderson (Donna) of Hutchinson, KS; eight grandchildren, Christopher Kliewer, Matthew Anderson (Martha), Candice Anderson, Shanna Bartel, Becky Bartel, Kaitlyn Witt, Ryan Anderson, and Evan Anderson; four great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many extended family and friends. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 1, at the First Baptist Church with Rev. John Pattison officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to First Baptist Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of James Lee Anderson 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>.

<h2>James “Jim” Lee Anderson, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/James-Anderson-175/#!/PhotosVideos">James Lee Anderson Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>February 17, 1932 - March 26, 2021James “Jim” Lee Anderson, 89, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Liberal, KS, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 26, 2021, at Glen Carr House Memory Care in Derby, KS. He was the owner and operator of Jim Anderson Oilfield Service and Alpha Services and Production. Jim was born on February 17, 1932, in McPherson County, KS, the son of Myron Carl and Helen Leona (Ek) Anderson. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1950. On December 9, 1951, Jim was united in marriage to Marilyn I. Love at the First Baptist Church in McPherson. He was a member of the First Baptist Church where he was an ordained deacon, Sunday school teacher, and devoted servant. Survivors include: his loving wife of 69 years, Marilyn of the home; four children, Pamela Kliewer of Haslett, MI, Mark Anderson (Virginia) of Wichita, KS, Lesa Okins of Roanoke, VA, and Neal Anderson of Winter Garden, FL; a brother, Randolph Anderson (Donna) of Hutchinson, KS; eight grandchildren, Christopher Kliewer, Matthew Anderson (Martha), Candice Anderson, Shanna Bartel, Becky Bartel, Kaitlyn Witt, Ryan Anderson, and Evan Anderson; four great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many extended family and friends. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 1, at the First Baptist Church with Rev. John Pattison officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to First Baptist Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of James Lee Anderson 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>.

James 'Jim' Lee Anderson

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Cathy-Commerford">Obituary for Cathy (Orman) Commerford | Ryan Mortuary</a>

Cathy Commerford, 74, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Aiken, SC, to Jack and Mary (Fennell) Orman, on February 21, 1947.&nbsp;&nbsp; She married Don Commerford on June 13, 1964 in Salina.

Survivors include her husband Don, of the home; children Lori (Jeff) Platt, Rick (Becky) Commerford, Shawn (Claudia) Commerford, all of Salina, Ryan (Amy) Commerford, of Gypsum; brother Fred (Jo) Orman, of Maricopa, AZ; grandchildren, Dani (Calvin) Jeffrey, Madi Varner, Kiley Commerford, Clayton Commerford, Maliyah Commerford, Eli Commerford, Carly Commerford, and Abby Commerford; great-grandchildren, Jaden Windholz, Breckyn Jeffrey, Gentry Jeffrey, and Rhett Jeffrey.

Cathy devoted her life to her family which was well known to be her greatest passion.&nbsp; She greatly enjoyed following her kids and grandchildren all around in various activities. She also loved to read and spend time with her four-legged friend, Annie.&nbsp; She greatly enjoyed her time with friends over the years, especially later in life as part of the "Nerd Herd".

There will be no services.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Salina Animal Services or Catholic Charities in care of Ryan Mortuary.

<h2>Cathy (Orman) Commerford, Salina</h2><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Cathy-Commerford">Obituary for Cathy (Orman) Commerford | Ryan Mortuary</a>February 21, 1947 - March 24, 2021Cathy Commerford, 74, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Aiken, SC, to Jack and Mary (Fennell) Orman, on February 21, 1947.&nbsp;&nbsp; She married Don Commerford on June 13, 1964 in Salina.Survivors include her husband Don, of the home; children Lori (Jeff) Platt, Rick (Becky) Commerford, Shawn (Claudia) Commerford, all of Salina, Ryan (Amy) Commerford, of Gypsum; brother Fred (Jo) Orman, of Maricopa, AZ; grandchildren, Dani (Calvin) Jeffrey, Madi Varner, Kiley Commerford, Clayton Commerford, Maliyah Commerford, Eli Commerford, Carly Commerford, and Abby Commerford; great-grandchildren, Jaden Windholz, Breckyn Jeffrey, Gentry Jeffrey, and Rhett Jeffrey.Cathy devoted her life to her family which was well known to be her greatest passion.&nbsp; She greatly enjoyed following her kids and grandchildren all around in various activities. She also loved to read and spend time with her four-legged friend, Annie.&nbsp; She greatly enjoyed her time with friends over the years, especially later in life as part of the "Nerd Herd".There will be no services.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Salina Animal Services or Catholic Charities in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Cathy (Orman) Commerford

January 17, 1938 ~ March 24, 2021 (age 83)

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joan-Gamage">Obituary for Joan L. (Foley) Gamage | Ryan Mortuary</a>

Joan L. Gamage, 83, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Macomb, Ill., to Orval and Violet (Bissell) Foley on January 17, 1938.&nbsp; She attended Macomb High School and married Robert Gamage on December 24, 1952.

She was a devoted housewife to her husband Bob and three children.&nbsp; They moved to Salina in 1971 to follow Bob’s career in Schwan’s, eventually they returned to Macomb for a few years then came back to Salina.

She is survived by her children, Valerie Gamage, of Salina, Robert Gamage II (Robyn), of Livingston, Texas, and Kenneth Gamage (Rita), of Germany; grandchildren, Robert Gamage III, Joshua Gamage (Rachel), Jordan Gamage, Victoria Gamage, and Luca Gamage; and great grandchild, Lenora Gamage.

A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 29, 2021 in Oakwood Cemetery, Macomb, Illinois.

Memorials may be made to Macomb Church of Christ, 850 W. McDonough, Macomb, IL 61455.

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

<h2>Joan Gamage, Salina</h2>January 17, 1938 ~ March 24, 2021 (age 83)<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joan-Gamage">Obituary for Joan L. (Foley) Gamage | Ryan Mortuary</a>Joan L. Gamage, 83, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Macomb, Ill., to Orval and Violet (Bissell) Foley on January 17, 1938.&nbsp; She attended Macomb High School and married Robert Gamage on December 24, 1952.She was a devoted housewife to her husband Bob and three children.&nbsp; They moved to Salina in 1971 to follow Bob’s career in Schwan’s, eventually they returned to Macomb for a few years then came back to Salina.She is survived by her children, Valerie Gamage, of Salina, Robert Gamage II (Robyn), of Livingston, Texas, and Kenneth Gamage (Rita), of Germany; grandchildren, Robert Gamage III, Joshua Gamage (Rachel), Jordan Gamage, Victoria Gamage, and Luca Gamage; and great grandchild, Lenora Gamage.A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 29, 2021 in Oakwood Cemetery, Macomb, Illinois.Memorials may be made to Macomb Church of Christ, 850 W. McDonough, Macomb, IL 61455.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joan L. (Foley) Gamage, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Joan-Gamage/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Joan Gamage

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Beverly-Francis">Obituary for Beverly A. (Keffer) Francis | Ryan Mortuary</a>

Beverly A. Francis, 70, of Brookville, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021.&nbsp; She was born April 30, 1950, in Hutchinson to Charles and Jessie Keffer.

She is survived by her daughters, Christina Schneider (Jerry) and Misty Adams; grandchildren, Ashley Sterns, Amber Duffey, Donald Duffey, Justice Schneider, Dallas Currence, Kacy Adams, Seth Schneider, and Jewell Schneider; great-grandchildren, Bailey Worsham, Cayler Worsham, Easton Worsham, Hope Currence and Brady Currence; siblings, Dorothy Johns and Charlie Keffer.

She is preceded in death by her husband John Francis and several siblings.

Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary.

Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; at Brookville City Cemetery.&nbsp; Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. at Brookville United Methodist Church, 114 W Anderson St, Brookville.

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

<h2>Beverly A. (Keffer) Francis, Brookville</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Beverly-Francis">Obituary for Beverly A. (Keffer) Francis | Ryan Mortuary</a>April 30, 1950 ~ March 24, 2021 (age 70)Beverly A. Francis, 70, of Brookville, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021.&nbsp; She was born April 30, 1950, in Hutchinson to Charles and Jessie Keffer.She is survived by her daughters, Christina Schneider (Jerry) and Misty Adams; grandchildren, Ashley Sterns, Amber Duffey, Donald Duffey, Justice Schneider, Dallas Currence, Kacy Adams, Seth Schneider, and Jewell Schneider; great-grandchildren, Bailey Worsham, Cayler Worsham, Easton Worsham, Hope Currence and Brady Currence; siblings, Dorothy Johns and Charlie Keffer.She is preceded in death by her husband John Francis and several siblings.Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary.Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; at Brookville City Cemetery.&nbsp; Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. at Brookville United Methodist Church, 114 W Anderson St, Brookville.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Beverly A. (Keffer) Francis, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Beverly-Francis/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Beverly A. (Keffer) Francis

<a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Violet-J-Baxter?obId=20456678#/obituaryInfo">Violet J Baxter Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (jostfuneralhome.com)</a>

Hillsboro -Violet J. Baxter, 90, passed away March 25, 2021 at St. Luke Living Center in Marion. She was born July 6, 1930 rural Elyria, Kansas to Oscar and Olga (Borth) Unruh. She married Bob Baxter June 27, 1947 in Newton. She was a homemaker. 

Survivors include: daughter, Judy (Ed) Schrag of Hillsboro; brothers, Gene Unruh of Arizona, Tom Unruh of Aurora, Colorado; 2 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband in 2016. 

Family will have a private graveside service at Gnadenau cemetery rural Hillsboro. 

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 Violet J Baxter please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=20456678&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tribute Store.</a>

<h2>Violet J. Baxter, Hillsboro</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Violet-J-Baxter?obId=20456678#/obituaryInfo">Violet J Baxter Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (jostfuneralhome.com)</a>July 6, 1930 - March 25, 2021Hillsboro -Violet J. Baxter, 90, passed away March 25, 2021 at St. Luke Living Center in Marion. She was born July 6, 1930 rural Elyria, Kansas to Oscar and Olga (Borth) Unruh. She married Bob Baxter June 27, 1947 in Newton. She was a homemaker. Survivors include: daughter, Judy (Ed) Schrag of Hillsboro; brothers, Gene Unruh of Arizona, Tom Unruh of Aurora, Colorado; 2 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband in 2016. Family will have a private graveside service at Gnadenau cemetery rural Hillsboro. 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 Violet J Baxter please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=20456678&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tribute Store.</a>

Violet J. Baxter

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Delano-Schafer/#!/Obituary">Delano L. Schafer Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Delano “Del” L. Schafer, 86, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, surrounded by family at his home in McPherson. He was a farmer and worked for NCRA Refinery for 37 years. He was a United States Army Veteran. Del was born on December 19, 1934, in McPherson, KS, the son of Benjamin Franklin and Agnes Alfreda (Ledell) Schafer. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1952. On March 7, 1954, Del was united in marriage to Glorice Helen Hanson at Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Del was a loving husband and father, a good friend and neighbor. He was thankful for the many blessings he received during his lifetime. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Glorice of the home; a son, Tim Schafer and wife, Kim, of McPherson, KS; a daughter, Angie Schafer of McPherson, KS; two grandchildren, George Schafer and Jamie Schafer, both of McPherson, KS; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Frankie Hazelton and Joan Stewart, and a brother, Wayne Schafer. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. A private graveside service will be held at McPherson Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Delano L. Schafer 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>.

<h2>Delano “Del” L. Schafer, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Delano-Schafer/#!/Obituary">Delano L. Schafer Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>December 19, 1934 - March 24, 2021Delano “Del” L. Schafer, 86, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, surrounded by family at his home in McPherson. He was a farmer and worked for NCRA Refinery for 37 years. He was a United States Army Veteran. Del was born on December 19, 1934, in McPherson, KS, the son of Benjamin Franklin and Agnes Alfreda (Ledell) Schafer. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1952. On March 7, 1954, Del was united in marriage to Glorice Helen Hanson at Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Del was a loving husband and father, a good friend and neighbor. He was thankful for the many blessings he received during his lifetime. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Glorice of the home; a son, Tim Schafer and wife, Kim, of McPherson, KS; a daughter, Angie Schafer of McPherson, KS; two grandchildren, George Schafer and Jamie Schafer, both of McPherson, KS; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Frankie Hazelton and Joan Stewart, and a brother, Wayne Schafer. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. A private graveside service will be held at McPherson Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Delano L. Schafer 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>.

Delano 'Del' L. Schafer

<a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Marvel-E--Lacy?obId=20452460#/obituaryInfo">Marvel E. Lacy Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (carlsonfh.net)</a>

Marvel E. Lacy, 102, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Marvel was born in Rural Gypsum, Kansas on June 25, 1918, a daughter of the late Esther A. (Peterson) and Carl B. Montgomery. She worked as a nurse at Camp Phillips and Schilling Air Force Base. Marvel was rich in life and experience. Survivors include a son, Rex Lacy, (Kami Baker) of Assaria; 3 grandchildren, Mitchel Lacy, Matthew Lacy, Michael Lacy; 4 grandchildren, Paige, Taelyn, Colton, Carsyn; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harry Lacy, Jr.; 3 brothers, Carlos, Lowell, and Max. Private family graveside services will be at Saint Paul's Cemetery (Stone Cemetery) in Kipp, Kansas. Donations may be made to the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Marvel E. Lacy, Salina</h2><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Marvel-E--Lacy?obId=20452460#/obituaryInfo">Marvel E. Lacy Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (carlsonfh.net)</a>June 25, 1928 - March 23, 2021Marvel E. Lacy, 102, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Marvel was born in Rural Gypsum, Kansas on June 25, 1918, a daughter of the late Esther A. (Peterson) and Carl B. Montgomery. She worked as a nurse at Camp Phillips and Schilling Air Force Base. Marvel was rich in life and experience. Survivors include a son, Rex Lacy, (Kami Baker) of Assaria; 3 grandchildren, Mitchel Lacy, Matthew Lacy, Michael Lacy; 4 grandchildren, Paige, Taelyn, Colton, Carsyn; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harry Lacy, Jr.; 3 brothers, Carlos, Lowell, and Max. Private family graveside services will be at Saint Paul's Cemetery (Stone Cemetery) in Kipp, Kansas. Donations may be made to the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

  Marvel E. Lacy

<a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/norma-pekarek">Obituary | Norma Lee Pekarek of SALINA, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a>

<a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/norma-pekarek"></a>September 10, 1930 - March 22, 2021

Norma Lee (Dick) Pekarek, 90, of Salina, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021.&nbsp; She was born September 10, 1930, south of Lucas, Kansas to Dan and Leora Dick.

Norma graduated from the Lucas High School in 1950.&nbsp; In 1951, she married William “Bill” D. Pekarek at the Methodist Church in Lucas, Kansas.

Norma was a member of the University United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was employed 28 years by USD 305, as an Elementary School Secretary.&nbsp; She worked with many great principals and teachers at Grace E. Stewart, Schilling, Lowell and finally, retiring from Coronado Elementary School.

Norma was proceeded in death by her parents; Daniel S. and Leora Dick, her beloved husband, William “Bill” D. Pekarek, a sister, Elva Christie, and her brother, Dean Dick.

Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Lee (Brian) Larson of Austin, TX., her son, William “Bill” D. (Becky) Pekarek, II, of Kansas City, Kansas, 3 grandchildren; Dr. Sonya B. (Dr. David) Chao, Travis B. (Crystal) Larson of Round Rock, TX, and Wesley D. (Marjan) Pekarek of Lenexa, Kansas and 6 grandchildren; Collin D. Chao, Elise M. Chao, Brock W. Larson, Addison R. Larson and Evie M. Pekarek, and Whitley D. Pekarek, nieces; Mary Ann (David) Bond and Jerry J. (Gary) Mitchell.

Visitation will be 9:30am to 11:00am Monday, March 29, 2021, prior to her 11:00 funeral service at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina.

Burial will be following at Roselawn Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to&nbsp;University United Methodist Church or Interim Hospice Care of Salina in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

<h2>Norma Lee (Dick) Pekarek, Salina</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/norma-pekarek">Obituary | Norma Lee Pekarek of SALINA, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/norma-pekarek"></a>September 10, 1930 - March 22, 2021Norma Lee (Dick) Pekarek, 90, of Salina, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021.&nbsp; She was born September 10, 1930, south of Lucas, Kansas to Dan and Leora Dick.Norma graduated from the Lucas High School in 1950.&nbsp; In 1951, she married William “Bill” D. Pekarek at the Methodist Church in Lucas, Kansas.Norma was a member of the University United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was employed 28 years by USD 305, as an Elementary School Secretary.&nbsp; She worked with many great principals and teachers at Grace E. Stewart, Schilling, Lowell and finally, retiring from Coronado Elementary School.Norma was proceeded in death by her parents; Daniel S. and Leora Dick, her beloved husband, William “Bill” D. Pekarek, a sister, Elva Christie, and her brother, Dean Dick.Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Lee (Brian) Larson of Austin, TX., her son, William “Bill” D. (Becky) Pekarek, II, of Kansas City, Kansas, 3 grandchildren; Dr. Sonya B. (Dr. David) Chao, Travis B. (Crystal) Larson of Round Rock, TX, and Wesley D. (Marjan) Pekarek of Lenexa, Kansas and 6 grandchildren; Collin D. Chao, Elise M. Chao, Brock W. Larson, Addison R. Larson and Evie M. Pekarek, and Whitley D. Pekarek, nieces; Mary Ann (David) Bond and Jerry J. (Gary) Mitchell.Visitation will be 9:30am to 11:00am Monday, March 29, 2021, prior to her 11:00 funeral service at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina.Burial will be following at Roselawn Memorial Park.Memorials may be made to&nbsp;University United Methodist Church or Interim Hospice Care of Salina in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Norma Lee (Dick) Pekarek

Dorothy Louise (Walters) Goetz, age 92 of Victoria, Kansas, died Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at Hays Homestead Assisted Living.

She was born October 5, 1928, on the farm at Severin, Kansas to Adam J. and Anna (Polifka) Walters. &nbsp;She married Paul L. Goetz on October 14, 1947, at Severin. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on July 27, 1980.

She retired in 1999 from Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas as a bookkeeper and office worker. &nbsp;She was a bookkeeper at Hartman Oil Company in Hays for many years, and a cook at Victoria High School. &nbsp;She grew up on the farm at Severin, was a graduate of Hays High School and has lived in Victoria since the 1950’s. &nbsp;Dorothy was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis, St. Fidelis Christian Mothers, St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella, Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary and was a former Eucharistic Minister for the church. &nbsp;She was an office worker volunteer at the St. Fidelis Parish Activity Center for 14 years and worked on the St. Fidelis Funeral Committee.

Survivors include three sons, Tom Goetz and wife, Jeanette, Salina, KS; Jerry Goetz and wife, Jeanie, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; Ron Goetz and wife, Donna, Hoisington, KS; seven grandchildren, Jodi (Luke) Sarsfield; Natosha (Jeff) Walsh; Sara (Joe) Westerhaus; Nathan (Stephanie) Goetz; Emily Goetz; Matt (Kaitlin) Goetz; Lee (Bre) Goetz;&nbsp; eight great grandchildren, Olivia Walsh and Addison Walsh; Luke Sarsfield IV and Victoria Sarsfield; Carter Westerhaus, Grant Westerhaus and Bennett Westerhaus; Kennedy Jane Goetz; one brother, Kenneth Walters, Bend, OR; one sister, Eileen Leiker and husband, Wilfred, Hays, KS.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; four brothers and five sisters-in-law, Ernest and Leona Walters; Harold and Ida Walters; Irvin and Clara Walters; William “Bill” and Barbara Walters; Linda Walters; two sisters and two brothers-in-law, Mary Frances and Elmer Dreiling; Rose Ann and Marvin Augustine.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery Victoria, Kansas.

A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Tuesday with a V.F.W. Auxiliary Memorial Service/Daughters of Isabella and Christian Mothers rosary all at the church. &nbsp;

Visitation is from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, all at the church.

The family suggests memorials to The Basilica of St. Fidelis in care of&nbsp; Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Dorothy Louise (Walters) Goetz, age 92 of Victoria, Kansas, died Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at Hays Homestead Assisted Living.She was born October 5, 1928, on the farm at Severin, Kansas to Adam J. and Anna (Polifka) Walters. &nbsp;She married Paul L. Goetz on October 14, 1947, at Severin. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on July 27, 1980.She retired in 1999 from Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas as a bookkeeper and office worker. &nbsp;She was a bookkeeper at Hartman Oil Company in Hays for many years, and a cook at Victoria High School. &nbsp;She grew up on the farm at Severin, was a graduate of Hays High School and has lived in Victoria since the 1950’s. &nbsp;Dorothy was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis, St. Fidelis Christian Mothers, St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella, Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary and was a former Eucharistic Minister for the church. &nbsp;She was an office worker volunteer at the St. Fidelis Parish Activity Center for 14 years and worked on the St. Fidelis Funeral Committee.Survivors include three sons, Tom Goetz and wife, Jeanette, Salina, KS; Jerry Goetz and wife, Jeanie, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; Ron Goetz and wife, Donna, Hoisington, KS; seven grandchildren, Jodi (Luke) Sarsfield; Natosha (Jeff) Walsh; Sara (Joe) Westerhaus; Nathan (Stephanie) Goetz; Emily Goetz; Matt (Kaitlin) Goetz; Lee (Bre) Goetz;&nbsp; eight great grandchildren, Olivia Walsh and Addison Walsh; Luke Sarsfield IV and Victoria Sarsfield; Carter Westerhaus, Grant Westerhaus and Bennett Westerhaus; Kennedy Jane Goetz; one brother, Kenneth Walters, Bend, OR; one sister, Eileen Leiker and husband, Wilfred, Hays, KS.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; four brothers and five sisters-in-law, Ernest and Leona Walters; Harold and Ida Walters; Irvin and Clara Walters; William “Bill” and Barbara Walters; Linda Walters; two sisters and two brothers-in-law, Mary Frances and Elmer Dreiling; Rose Ann and Marvin Augustine.&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery Victoria, Kansas.A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Tuesday with a V.F.W. Auxiliary Memorial Service/Daughters of Isabella and Christian Mothers rosary all at the church. &nbsp;Visitation is from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, all at the church.The family suggests memorials to The Basilica of St. Fidelis in care of&nbsp; Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

Dorothy Louise (Walters) Goetz

Marjorie Mae (Workman) Jones of Plainville, Kansas, passed away Tuesday,
 March 23, 2021, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas at the age of 
89. 

She was born on March 17, 1932, in Plainville, Kansas to Harry and 
Viola Ruth (Henrie) Workman. Marjorie lived her entire life in the 
Plainville area. She graduated from the Plainville High School in 1949.
 On November 29, 1950, she married James F. “Jimmy” Jones. They were 
blessed with four children Marly, Douglas, Michael and Jolene. They 
farmed and raised cattle and pigs throughout their life together until 
Jimmy passed away November 1993.
 Marjorie was a homemaker who was always there to take care of her 
family, a loving wife and mother. She always made homemade ice cream 
for birthdays and was famous for her brownies. She loved crocheting, 
cooking, square dancing and playing cards. Marjorie enjoyed playing the
 organ and piano. She was a member of the First Christian Church of 
Plainville, Kansas Dorcas Ladies, VFW Auxiliary, and TOPS of Codell. 
She was always willing to help where she was needed.
 Marjorie leaves to mourn her passing sons, Douglas Jones (Deb) and 
Michael Jones (Vicki) all of Plainville, Kansas; daughters, Marly Denio 
(Dwight) of Phillipsburg, Kansas and Jolene Karlin (Keith) of Salina, 
Kansas; sister, LaVerne Hackerott of Plainville, Kansas; grandchildren, 
Nicci Pulec (Duane), Denae Odle (Randy), Shelli Dennis, Dan Denio 
(Jessica), Brandy Honeyman (Chad), Cory Jones, Dana Denning (Aaron), 
Jennifer Hageman, Ashley Schmidt (Tyler), Krystal Garman (John), and 
Kassandra Axelson (Zach); 27 great-grandchildren and 6 step 
great-grandchildren; and extended family and friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jimmy Jones; brother, Oren Workman; and sisters, Eva Ross and Thelma Conway.
 A Funeral Service is planned for Monday, March 29, 2021, 10:30 A.M.,
 at the First Christian Church in Plainville, Kansas. Interment will 
follow the service in the Plainville Cemetery. Visitation will be held 
Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 2:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, Plainville, Kansas. Family will receive 
friends at the Funeral Home from 2:00 P.M. until 3:30 P.M. on Sunday. 
Memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church of Plainville or 
Hays Hospice. Memorials may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 
320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, Kansas 67663. Please leave words of care and
 comfort at plumeroverlease.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Marjorie Mae (Workman) Jones of Plainville, Kansas, passed away Tuesday,
 March 23, 2021, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas at the age of 
89. She was born on March 17, 1932, in Plainville, Kansas to Harry and 
Viola Ruth (Henrie) Workman. Marjorie lived her entire life in the 
Plainville area. She graduated from the Plainville High School in 1949.
 On November 29, 1950, she married James F. “Jimmy” Jones. They were 
blessed with four children Marly, Douglas, Michael and Jolene. They 
farmed and raised cattle and pigs throughout their life together until 
Jimmy passed away November 1993.
 Marjorie was a homemaker who was always there to take care of her 
family, a loving wife and mother. She always made homemade ice cream 
for birthdays and was famous for her brownies. She loved crocheting, 
cooking, square dancing and playing cards. Marjorie enjoyed playing the
 organ and piano. She was a member of the First Christian Church of 
Plainville, Kansas Dorcas Ladies, VFW Auxiliary, and TOPS of Codell. 
She was always willing to help where she was needed.
 Marjorie leaves to mourn her passing sons, Douglas Jones (Deb) and 
Michael Jones (Vicki) all of Plainville, Kansas; daughters, Marly Denio 
(Dwight) of Phillipsburg, Kansas and Jolene Karlin (Keith) of Salina, 
Kansas; sister, LaVerne Hackerott of Plainville, Kansas; grandchildren, 
Nicci Pulec (Duane), Denae Odle (Randy), Shelli Dennis, Dan Denio 
(Jessica), Brandy Honeyman (Chad), Cory Jones, Dana Denning (Aaron), 
Jennifer Hageman, Ashley Schmidt (Tyler), Krystal Garman (John), and 
Kassandra Axelson (Zach); 27 great-grandchildren and 6 step 
great-grandchildren; and extended family and friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jimmy Jones; brother, Oren Workman; and sisters, Eva Ross and Thelma Conway.
 A Funeral Service is planned for Monday, March 29, 2021, 10:30 A.M.,
 at the First Christian Church in Plainville, Kansas. Interment will 
follow the service in the Plainville Cemetery. Visitation will be held 
Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 2:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, Plainville, Kansas. Family will receive 
friends at the Funeral Home from 2:00 P.M. until 3:30 P.M. on Sunday. 
Memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church of Plainville or 
Hays Hospice. Memorials may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 
320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, Kansas 67663. Please leave words of care and
 comfort at plumeroverlease.com

Marjorie Mae (Workman) Jones

<a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Caleb-Colon">Obituary for Caleb A. Colon | Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home</a>

September 4, 2000 ~ March 3, 2021 (age 20)

Caleb Anselmo Colon was born on September 4, 2000, in Belleville, Kansas, the son of Anselmo “Junior” and Angela “Angie” Marie (Ritterbush) Colon. Caleb grew up in Belleville, and attended Belleville / Republic County schools.

Caleb worked for Gerena Construction of Wichita. In his free time, he enjoyed playing video games, spending time outdoors fishing and camping, and spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed spending time with his son, Silas.

Caleb passed away on March 3, 2021, at the age of 20 years, 5 months, and 27 days.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard Ritterbush.

He will be forever remembered by his parents, Junior and Angie of Belleville, son Silas Anselmo Colon, brother Cody Cherney and his fiancé Casey Freed of Belleville, brother Colten Tuma of Kansas City, Missouri, sister Clara Colon of Belleville, and his girlfriend Ashley Jensen of Belleville. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother Carol (Parde) Williams and Mike Buck, paternal grandmother Anna Mae Colon, great-grandma Virginia Williams, uncle Sam Gerena and his wife Lorna and their children Rachel and Ryleigh Gerena and Rebecca Hayes,&nbsp; uncle Gene Gerena and his son Tony, aunt Alicia Birney and her sons Evan &amp; Tyler Warta, aunt Carmen Cruz, aunt Sonia Erkenbrack and her husband Brett and their sons Blake and Drew;&nbsp;aunt Rachel Engel and her husband Dave and their daughters Hanna Engel&nbsp;and Amanda Wulf and her husband Dusty;&nbsp;Richie Ritterbush and his son Keaton; and aunt Sher’rie Balderston and her husband Troy and their daughters Brenna &amp; Becca Balderston. Caleb is also survived by his many friends.

A Celebration of Caleb’s life will be Saturday, April 3rd, 2021, at 2:00 p.m., at the Belleville Wesleyan Church, with Pastor Mark McGregor officiating.

Visitation will be Friday, April 2nd, 2021, from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm at the funeral home, where the family will greet friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

Memorials are requested to the Caleb Colon Memorial, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Caleb-Colon">Obituary for Caleb A. Colon | Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home</a>September 4, 2000 ~ March 3, 2021 (age 20)Caleb Anselmo Colon was born on September 4, 2000, in Belleville, Kansas, the son of Anselmo “Junior” and Angela “Angie” Marie (Ritterbush) Colon. Caleb grew up in Belleville, and attended Belleville / Republic County schools.Caleb worked for Gerena Construction of Wichita. In his free time, he enjoyed playing video games, spending time outdoors fishing and camping, and spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed spending time with his son, Silas.Caleb passed away on March 3, 2021, at the age of 20 years, 5 months, and 27 days.He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard Ritterbush.He will be forever remembered by his parents, Junior and Angie of Belleville, son Silas Anselmo Colon, brother Cody Cherney and his fiancé Casey Freed of Belleville, brother Colten Tuma of Kansas City, Missouri, sister Clara Colon of Belleville, and his girlfriend Ashley Jensen of Belleville. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother Carol (Parde) Williams and Mike Buck, paternal grandmother Anna Mae Colon, great-grandma Virginia Williams, uncle Sam Gerena and his wife Lorna and their children Rachel and Ryleigh Gerena and Rebecca Hayes,&nbsp; uncle Gene Gerena and his son Tony, aunt Alicia Birney and her sons Evan &amp; Tyler Warta, aunt Carmen Cruz, aunt Sonia Erkenbrack and her husband Brett and their sons Blake and Drew;&nbsp;aunt Rachel Engel and her husband Dave and their daughters Hanna Engel&nbsp;and Amanda Wulf and her husband Dusty;&nbsp;Richie Ritterbush and his son Keaton; and aunt Sher’rie Balderston and her husband Troy and their daughters Brenna &amp; Becca Balderston. Caleb is also survived by his many friends.A Celebration of Caleb’s life will be Saturday, April 3rd, 2021, at 2:00 p.m., at the Belleville Wesleyan Church, with Pastor Mark McGregor officiating.Visitation will be Friday, April 2nd, 2021, from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm at the funeral home, where the family will greet friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.Memorials are requested to the Caleb Colon Memorial, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home of Belleville assisted the Colon family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.

Caleb A. Colon

<a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/David-Sterba">Obituary for David L. Sterba | Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home</a>

David Lee Sterba was born on May 27, 1970, to Marvin E. &amp; Marie V. (Kalal) Sterba. He graduated from Belleville High School in 1988, and worked as a general laborer and painter. David enjoyed being outdoors, especially spending time fishing, and spending time with his family.

David passed away on March 4, 2021, at the age of 50 years, 9 months and 8 days.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and sister Mary Ann Cossaart. David is survived by his daughter, Amber Fournier and her husband Seth of Westmoreland, Kansas, and their children Owen and Elijah, sister Sharon Popelka of Clyde, and his nieces and nephews.

Graveside Memorial Services will be Saturday, March 27, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., at Tabor Cemetery, rural Munden, with Pastor Michael Ostermann officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to assist with funeral expenses, and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Donations can also be made online, on David’s obituary page.

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

<h2>David L. Sterba, Clyde</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/David-Sterba">Obituary for David L. Sterba | Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home</a>May 27, 1970 ~ March 4, 2021 (age 50)David Lee Sterba was born on May 27, 1970, to Marvin E. &amp; Marie V. (Kalal) Sterba. He graduated from Belleville High School in 1988, and worked as a general laborer and painter. David enjoyed being outdoors, especially spending time fishing, and spending time with his family.David passed away on March 4, 2021, at the age of 50 years, 9 months and 8 days.He is preceded in death by his parents, and sister Mary Ann Cossaart. David is survived by his daughter, Amber Fournier and her husband Seth of Westmoreland, Kansas, and their children Owen and Elijah, sister Sharon Popelka of Clyde, and his nieces and nephews.Graveside Memorial Services will be Saturday, March 27, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., at Tabor Cemetery, rural Munden, with Pastor Michael Ostermann officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to assist with funeral expenses, and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Donations can also be made online, on David’s obituary page.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home of Belleville assisted the Sterba family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com

David L. Sterba

<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/TaylorEugeneGene-Clark">Obituary for Taylor Eugene (Gene) Clark | Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home (bachelor-surber.com)</a>

<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/TaylorEugeneGene-Clark"></a>December 16, 1940 - March 23, 2021

Taylor Eugene (Gene) Clark, 80, of Jewell, KS, the son of Taylor Harold and Edna Ruth (Patterson) Clark was born December 16, 1940, in Concordia, KS and passed away on March 23, 2021, at Mitchell County Hospital, Beloit, KS.

Gene attended school in Formoso, Kansas for 10 years.&nbsp; He finished high school at Courtland High School where he graduated in 1959.&nbsp; After high school, he farmed in the Formoso area for a few years, and then he enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1961 and served for four years.&nbsp; After his honorable discharge in 1964, he returned to the Formoso area to continue farming.

He was united in marriage to Sheryl Elaine Patrick in February of 1967.&nbsp; To this union, two sons were born, Timothy and John Taylor.&nbsp; Gene spent 10 years coaching little league baseball in Jewell County taking several teams to state tournaments.&nbsp; He also served 15 years as a project leader for the Formoso Willing Workers 4-H Club.&nbsp; Giving back to the community, especially through youth programs was a passion of Gene’s for his entire life.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sheryl Elaine; and his infant son, Timothy.

Gene is survived by his son, John (Mary) of Buhler, Kansas; his two grandsons, Cody McReynolds (Sarah) of Buhler and Levi Taylor Clark of Hutchinson; great-granddaughter, Paislee Jeane McReynolds of Buhler; significant other, Janice Peters of Jewell, KS and many other relatives and friends.

Graveside services and Interment will be held, 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 29, 2021, at Balch Cemetery, Formoso, KS, conducted by, Pastor Kathy Aeillo.

Military graveside services by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard.

Memorials may be given to Gene Clark Memorial Fund.

Friends may call on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM with the family greeting friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Online condolences and information at www.bachelor-surber.com.

Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, Kansas in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/TaylorEugeneGene-Clark">Obituary for Taylor Eugene (Gene) Clark | Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home (bachelor-surber.com)</a><a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/TaylorEugeneGene-Clark"></a>December 16, 1940 - March 23, 2021Taylor Eugene (Gene) Clark, 80, of Jewell, KS, the son of Taylor Harold and Edna Ruth (Patterson) Clark was born December 16, 1940, in Concordia, KS and passed away on March 23, 2021, at Mitchell County Hospital, Beloit, KS.Gene attended school in Formoso, Kansas for 10 years.&nbsp; He finished high school at Courtland High School where he graduated in 1959.&nbsp; After high school, he farmed in the Formoso area for a few years, and then he enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1961 and served for four years.&nbsp; After his honorable discharge in 1964, he returned to the Formoso area to continue farming.He was united in marriage to Sheryl Elaine Patrick in February of 1967.&nbsp; To this union, two sons were born, Timothy and John Taylor.&nbsp; Gene spent 10 years coaching little league baseball in Jewell County taking several teams to state tournaments.&nbsp; He also served 15 years as a project leader for the Formoso Willing Workers 4-H Club.&nbsp; Giving back to the community, especially through youth programs was a passion of Gene’s for his entire life.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sheryl Elaine; and his infant son, Timothy.Gene is survived by his son, John (Mary) of Buhler, Kansas; his two grandsons, Cody McReynolds (Sarah) of Buhler and Levi Taylor Clark of Hutchinson; great-granddaughter, Paislee Jeane McReynolds of Buhler; significant other, Janice Peters of Jewell, KS and many other relatives and friends.Graveside services and Interment will be held, 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 29, 2021, at Balch Cemetery, Formoso, KS, conducted by, Pastor Kathy Aeillo.Military graveside services by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard.Memorials may be given to Gene Clark Memorial Fund.Friends may call on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM with the family greeting friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.Online condolences and information at www.bachelor-surber.com.Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, Kansas in charge of arrangements.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Taylor Eugene (Gene) Clark, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/TaylorEugeneGene-Clark/sympathy">floral store.</a>DUE TO THE CURRENT CIRCUMSTANCES WITH COVID-19, WE KINDLY SUGGEST THAT YOU WEAR A MASK AND PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING WHEN YOU ATTEND SERVICES. THANK YOU

Taylor Eugene (Gene) Clark

<a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/Karl-Matz/#!/Obituary">Karl R. Matz Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>

Karl Ray Matz, 72, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 22, 2021, surrounded by family at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis RMC, Wichita, KS. He retired from Johns Manville where he worked for 30 years in the warehouse. After retirement, he worked for U.S.D. #418 at the Park School warehouse and was a custodian at Washington Elementary. Karl was born on December 24, 1948, in South Bend, IN, the son of Rolland and Grace (Baker) Matz. He graduated from Jackson High School (South Bend, IN) in 1967 and from McPherson College in 1971. On May 23, 1970, Karl was united in marriage to Barbara Ann Grasmick in McPherson, KS. He attended CrossPoint Church in Hutchinson, KS. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Barbara of the home; two daughters, Michelle Huddle and husband, Todd, of McPherson, KS and Jennifer Vermeulen and husband, Michael, of Roseville, CA; five grandchildren, Katelyn Huddle, Alec Huddle, Jacob Vermeulen, Andrew Vermeulen, and Caden Vermeulen; and many extended family and friends. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 31, at McPherson Cemetery with a Celebration of Life Service to begin at 2:30 PM, Wednesday, at First United Methodist Church, McPherson. In honor of Karl, the family encourages attendees to wear their favorite T-shirt. The service will be livestreamed, and a link to view the service will be available on the funeral home’s website closer to service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to McPherson Arts Alliance or Elyria Christian School in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Karl R. Matz 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/Karl-Matz/#!/Obituary">Karl R. Matz Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (stockhamfamily.com)</a>December 24, 1948 - March 22, 2021Karl Ray Matz, 72, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 22, 2021, surrounded by family at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis RMC, Wichita, KS. He retired from Johns Manville where he worked for 30 years in the warehouse. After retirement, he worked for U.S.D. #418 at the Park School warehouse and was a custodian at Washington Elementary. Karl was born on December 24, 1948, in South Bend, IN, the son of Rolland and Grace (Baker) Matz. He graduated from Jackson High School (South Bend, IN) in 1967 and from McPherson College in 1971. On May 23, 1970, Karl was united in marriage to Barbara Ann Grasmick in McPherson, KS. He attended CrossPoint Church in Hutchinson, KS. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Barbara of the home; two daughters, Michelle Huddle and husband, Todd, of McPherson, KS and Jennifer Vermeulen and husband, Michael, of Roseville, CA; five grandchildren, Katelyn Huddle, Alec Huddle, Jacob Vermeulen, Andrew Vermeulen, and Caden Vermeulen; and many extended family and friends. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 31, at McPherson Cemetery with a Celebration of Life Service to begin at 2:30 PM, Wednesday, at First United Methodist Church, McPherson. In honor of Karl, the family encourages attendees to wear their favorite T-shirt. The service will be livestreamed, and a link to view the service will be available on the funeral home’s website closer to service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to McPherson Arts Alliance or Elyria Christian School in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Karl R. Matz 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>.

Karl Ray Matz

<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doloris-Podlena">Obituary for Doloris M. (Voeltz) Podlena | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>

Doloris M. Podlena, 90, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 in Ellsworth, KS. She was born April 9, 1930 in Ellsworth to Herman and Frieda (Frohreich) Voeltz.

Doloris was a longtime resident of Ellsworth County where she graduated from Kanopolis High School then worked as a nurse’s aide at Ellsworth Memorial Hospital and was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, and the Kanopolis American Legion Auxiliary and Civic Club. She married James J. Podlena on December 27, 1947. James preceded her in death in 2003.

Doloris is survived by her sons, Darrell Podlena of Kanopolis, Roger Podlena (Gwenna) of Kanopolis, and Robert Podlena of Lake Tapawingo, MO; nine grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; brother, Ernald Voeltz; and son, Michael Podlena.

Visitation: 3-8 p.m., Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

Funeral service: 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 29, 2021 at Immanuel Lutheran Church with burial following in the Kanopolis Cemetery.

Memorials contributions can be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

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

<h2>Doloris M. (Voeltz) Podlena, Ellsworth</h2><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doloris-Podlena">Obituary for Doloris M. (Voeltz) Podlena | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>April 9, 1930 ~ March 24, 2021 (age 90)Doloris M. Podlena, 90, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 in Ellsworth, KS. She was born April 9, 1930 in Ellsworth to Herman and Frieda (Frohreich) Voeltz.Doloris was a longtime resident of Ellsworth County where she graduated from Kanopolis High School then worked as a nurse’s aide at Ellsworth Memorial Hospital and was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, and the Kanopolis American Legion Auxiliary and Civic Club. She married James J. Podlena on December 27, 1947. James preceded her in death in 2003.Doloris is survived by her sons, Darrell Podlena of Kanopolis, Roger Podlena (Gwenna) of Kanopolis, and Robert Podlena of Lake Tapawingo, MO; nine grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; brother, Ernald Voeltz; and son, Michael Podlena.Visitation: 3-8 p.m., Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.Funeral service: 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 29, 2021 at Immanuel Lutheran Church with burial following in the Kanopolis Cemetery.Memorials contributions can be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Doloris M. (Voeltz) Podlena, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doloris-Podlena/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Doloris M. Podlena

<a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/floyd-bosch">Obituary | Floyd Bosch | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>

Floyd Malcom Bosch, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at Clay Center.&nbsp; Floyd was born on April 28, 1931 in Lincoln, KS to Fritz and Klara (Obermueller) Bosch.&nbsp; Floyd was baptized on May 3, 1931 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Lincoln, KS. He attended St. John’s Lutheran grade school and was confirmed on March 25, 1945. After graduating from Lincoln High School in 1949 he attended Kansas State University and St. John’s Lutheran College in Winfield, KS. He married Lillian Violet Briegel on June 27, 1954, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Salina, KS. Floyd graduated from Concordia Seminary, Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, St. Louis, and served his vicarage at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI. Floyd was ordained on July 28, 1957 at St. John’s Lutheran Church at Lincoln, KS, and accepted a call to the Evangelical Lutheran Church of England. He served at St. Timothy’s in Sunderland and at Luther-Tyndale in London.&nbsp; While in the E.L.C.E. Floyd served as a US Military Chaplain in Scotland and England.&nbsp; Floyd accepted a call to St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KS in 1969. After leaving the ministry he worked as a carpenter until retirement.&nbsp;

In retirement Lillian and Floyd spent their summers in a fish camp on the Kenai River in Soldotna, Alaska, and their winters in Weslaco, Texas. They enjoyed taking mission trips, traveling, genealogy and spending time with family. Floyd was an avid outdoorsman and taught his children and grandchildren to fish and hunt. He loved to read, teach Bible class and enjoyed painting, wood carving and making stained glass windows.

Floyd was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Violet, of 66 years. He is survived by their six children: Kathy Bosch (Jim Margheim) of Scottsbluff, NE, John (Carol) Bosch of Clay Center, KS, Mary Bosch of Parkville, MO, Peter Bosch of Sterling, AK, Timothy (Denise) Bosch of Sterling, AK and Patricia (Bill) Gibbons of Wheaton, IL, two sisters Eleanor McDonald of Clay Center, KS and Carol Trimpe of Shawnee, KS, 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the funeral home.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 29, 2021, at 10:30 am, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center with Pastors Paul Tessaro, Michael Hofmann and Justin Panzer officiating.

Graveside services will follow at 2:30 pm at the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Lincoln, Ks.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Grant Us Grace Foundation (MSD), which was founded to help fund research for this rare disease that two of his great grandchildren have recently undergone bone marrow transplants.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.grantusgrace.love/">http://www.grantusgrace.love/</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/floyd-bosch">Obituary | Floyd Bosch | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>April 28, 1931 - March 24, 2021Floyd Malcom Bosch, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at Clay Center.&nbsp; Floyd was born on April 28, 1931 in Lincoln, KS to Fritz and Klara (Obermueller) Bosch.&nbsp; Floyd was baptized on May 3, 1931 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Lincoln, KS. He attended St. John’s Lutheran grade school and was confirmed on March 25, 1945. After graduating from Lincoln High School in 1949 he attended Kansas State University and St. John’s Lutheran College in Winfield, KS. He married Lillian Violet Briegel on June 27, 1954, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Salina, KS. Floyd graduated from Concordia Seminary, Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, St. Louis, and served his vicarage at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI. Floyd was ordained on July 28, 1957 at St. John’s Lutheran Church at Lincoln, KS, and accepted a call to the Evangelical Lutheran Church of England. He served at St. Timothy’s in Sunderland and at Luther-Tyndale in London.&nbsp; While in the E.L.C.E. Floyd served as a US Military Chaplain in Scotland and England.&nbsp; Floyd accepted a call to St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KS in 1969. After leaving the ministry he worked as a carpenter until retirement.&nbsp;In retirement Lillian and Floyd spent their summers in a fish camp on the Kenai River in Soldotna, Alaska, and their winters in Weslaco, Texas. They enjoyed taking mission trips, traveling, genealogy and spending time with family. Floyd was an avid outdoorsman and taught his children and grandchildren to fish and hunt. He loved to read, teach Bible class and enjoyed painting, wood carving and making stained glass windows.Floyd was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Violet, of 66 years. He is survived by their six children: Kathy Bosch (Jim Margheim) of Scottsbluff, NE, John (Carol) Bosch of Clay Center, KS, Mary Bosch of Parkville, MO, Peter Bosch of Sterling, AK, Timothy (Denise) Bosch of Sterling, AK and Patricia (Bill) Gibbons of Wheaton, IL, two sisters Eleanor McDonald of Clay Center, KS and Carol Trimpe of Shawnee, KS, 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the funeral home.Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 29, 2021, at 10:30 am, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center with Pastors Paul Tessaro, Michael Hofmann and Justin Panzer officiating.Graveside services will follow at 2:30 pm at the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Lincoln, Ks.In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Grant Us Grace Foundation (MSD), which was founded to help fund research for this rare disease that two of his great grandchildren have recently undergone bone marrow transplants.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.grantusgrace.love/">http://www.grantusgrace.love/</a>

Floyd Malcom Bosch

<a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Mary-Jo-Abildgaard?obId=20441995#/obituaryInfo">Mary Jo Abildgaard Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (carlsonfh.net)</a>

Mary Jo Abildgaard, 60, of Salina, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with renal failure. Mary was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, September 22, 1960 to Irmgard Campbell Terrio and the late Bobby Dean Campbell. Mary was raised in Delphos, Kansas, where she had a love of playing in the city park, chasing her siblings, and playing softball. She loved Halloween and can be remembered for climbing on the porch roof, dressed in black and scaring trick-or-treaters. Mary had a passion for baking and decorating, especially wedding cakes and birthday cakes. This passion was brought to fruition when she opened her own bakery in Salina, Kansas, however this came abruptly to the end when her illness made it impossible for her to continue. Mary was extremely proud of her son, Preston and how he enlisted in the Army and served two tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Mary was blessed to be married to Mike Abildgaard and they made their home in Independence, Kansas. When Mike passed away the one constant, she held on too was the US flag that was presented to her by the US Army for his service to our country. While they had no children together, they raised each other's children as one family. They loved to entertain friends, particularly BBQs in the back yard where there were always cards to be played, washers and bean bags to be tossed, and lots of laughter and pranks pulled on friends and family. Mary’s greatest passion was her granddaughter Autumn who Mary loved reading too, taking to Kenwood Cove Waterpark, chasing around the mall and being in the kitchen. Whether it was measuring out flour or cutting the goodies to eat, Mary had an abundance of patience and laughter for the messes they made together. Mary is survived by her son, Preston Crawford, (Kylie Morgan), Salina; grandchildren, Dakota and Jesse Crawford, Tulsa Oklahoma and Autumn Crawford, Salina. She is also survived by her mother, Irmgard Terrio, Minneapolis Kansas; sisters, Katrina (Rex) Pollet, Delphos Kansas; Diane (Kevin) Garber, Tucson Arizona; and Maria (Gary) Latham, Michigan; brothers, Mik (Dianna) Campbell, Oak Harbor Washington; Robert (Emma) Campbell, Paxico; and John (Danya)&nbsp;Campbell, Minneapolis Kansas; 6 stepchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. As Mary planned, she will be cremated and a Celebration of her Life will be held in Delphos, Kansas in May. Memorials may be made in her name to the American Kidney Fund online or sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home,500 S. Ohio, Salina Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Mary-Jo-Abildgaard?obId=20441995#/obituaryInfo">Mary Jo Abildgaard Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (carlsonfh.net)</a>September 22, 1960 - March 23, 2021Mary Jo Abildgaard, 60, of Salina, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with renal failure. Mary was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, September 22, 1960 to Irmgard Campbell Terrio and the late Bobby Dean Campbell. Mary was raised in Delphos, Kansas, where she had a love of playing in the city park, chasing her siblings, and playing softball. She loved Halloween and can be remembered for climbing on the porch roof, dressed in black and scaring trick-or-treaters. Mary had a passion for baking and decorating, especially wedding cakes and birthday cakes. This passion was brought to fruition when she opened her own bakery in Salina, Kansas, however this came abruptly to the end when her illness made it impossible for her to continue. Mary was extremely proud of her son, Preston and how he enlisted in the Army and served two tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Mary was blessed to be married to Mike Abildgaard and they made their home in Independence, Kansas. When Mike passed away the one constant, she held on too was the US flag that was presented to her by the US Army for his service to our country. While they had no children together, they raised each other's children as one family. They loved to entertain friends, particularly BBQs in the back yard where there were always cards to be played, washers and bean bags to be tossed, and lots of laughter and pranks pulled on friends and family. Mary’s greatest passion was her granddaughter Autumn who Mary loved reading too, taking to Kenwood Cove Waterpark, chasing around the mall and being in the kitchen. Whether it was measuring out flour or cutting the goodies to eat, Mary had an abundance of patience and laughter for the messes they made together. Mary is survived by her son, Preston Crawford, (Kylie Morgan), Salina; grandchildren, Dakota and Jesse Crawford, Tulsa Oklahoma and Autumn Crawford, Salina. She is also survived by her mother, Irmgard Terrio, Minneapolis Kansas; sisters, Katrina (Rex) Pollet, Delphos Kansas; Diane (Kevin) Garber, Tucson Arizona; and Maria (Gary) Latham, Michigan; brothers, Mik (Dianna) Campbell, Oak Harbor Washington; Robert (Emma) Campbell, Paxico; and John (Danya)&nbsp;Campbell, Minneapolis Kansas; 6 stepchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. As Mary planned, she will be cremated and a Celebration of her Life will be held in Delphos, Kansas in May. Memorials may be made in her name to the American Kidney Fund online or sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home,500 S. Ohio, Salina Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Jo Abildgaard

<a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/jessie-heath">Obituary | Jessie Lee Heath of Salina, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a>

Jessie Lee Heath, a life well lived, one of Faith, Hope and Love a legacy he inherited from his great-great grandparents Jack and Jennie Heath who persevered through slavery. These Godly principles became the pathway for each generation beginning with his grandparents Winzer and Esther Heath and his parents John and Frances Heath.

On December 14, 1923 in Butler, Georgia (Taylor County) the only son to John and Frances Heath was born. While growing up in Taylor County Jessie was intellectually and spiritually groomed at Second Tazewell Baptist Church where he became acquainted with his faith at an early age and through his public confession accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, he was baptized in Cedar Creek. Jessie’s church affiliations began as a child at Second Tazewell Baptist Church in Butler, GA. As an adult he joined St. John’s Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas then went on to become a member of The Living Word in Junction City, Kansas. Jessie was previously a member of the Freemason Society.

Once Jessie completed what was formerly known as grade school, he entered the military between the ages of sixteen and eighteen. Jessie’s dreams are on the horizon as he leaves Taylor County to Americus, Ga to what was then called CCC Camp (Civilian Conservation Corps) he would then be drafted into the Army Air Force, where he served his county for 26 and half years. In 2014 Jessie was nominated by the United States Air Force to receive a Quilt of Valor for his honorable service. His awards and medals included an Air Force Longevity Service Award, Good Conduct Medal. World War II Victory Medal, EAME Ribbon WD cir, AFLSA w/4, BrOLC, AFR 900-10, SAEMR SO-35, 5010th&nbsp;CSG, NDSM, AFM 900-3, AFOUA, Clasp to Good Conduct Medal. Jessie retired as a Master Sergeant E7 with an honorable discharge. Jessie went on to be a Youth Service Counselor for 15 years.

In the early part of the 1940’s while in Americus, Georgia Jessie married Eleanor Murdness Johnson Heath on April 1st&nbsp;to this union one child was born Gloria Jean Heath. The next seventeen years military life afforded Jessie and his family to be stationed in many places throughout the United States including Scott Air Force Base in Belleville, Illinois.

On August eighteenth in 1962 Jessie married Willeen Buchanan-Curry in Salina, Kansas though no children were born through this union their blended family was brought together which included 3 daughters and 1 son. Jessie’s Military career would have them relocate to Fairbanks, AK in 1964, This would become home for the next six years. In 1970 they returned to Salina Kansas and they remained together there until the Lord called Willeen home on September 17th&nbsp;2005.

Jessie met Barbra Harvey at St. John’s Baptist Church in 2008, where they discovered, they were both widowed in 2005. Then Barbara relocated to Salina from California in 2009, where their love developed and grew, shortly after they became husband and wife. Life began again for both of them. Barbara had 2 daughters and 2 sons from her previous marriage. They lived a quiet, peaceful life with each other. Jessie was a kind and loving person, full of integrity and principles. He was also an adventurer and enjoyed traveling and music. Attending the Stiefel Theatre for the concerts, also the plays at the Salina Community Theater. Every Sunday evening Jessie would take Barbara for a drive. Their travels would take them to California to visit his daughter Gloria, sometimes they would end up in Georgia to visit Mrs. Essie Bell. Jessie was loved and well taken care of until he went on to be with the Lord.

Jessie was precede in death by his parents John and Frances, son in-law Emmett R.York his 1st&nbsp;wife Eleanor M. Johnson Heath, and 2nd&nbsp;wife Willeen Buchanon-Curry Heath.

On March 7th&nbsp;2021 Jessie transitioned from this life. He leaves to cherish,

Wife:&nbsp;Barbara Harvey-Heath of Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;Daughter:&nbsp;Gloria Jean Heath York of Santa Clarita, CA

8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/jessie-heath">Obituary | Jessie Lee Heath of Salina, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a>December 14, 1923 - March 7, 2021Jessie Lee Heath, a life well lived, one of Faith, Hope and Love a legacy he inherited from his great-great grandparents Jack and Jennie Heath who persevered through slavery. These Godly principles became the pathway for each generation beginning with his grandparents Winzer and Esther Heath and his parents John and Frances Heath.&nbsp;Life beginsOn December 14, 1923 in Butler, Georgia (Taylor County) the only son to John and Frances Heath was born. While growing up in Taylor County Jessie was intellectually and spiritually groomed at Second Tazewell Baptist Church where he became acquainted with his faith at an early age and through his public confession accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, he was baptized in Cedar Creek. Jessie’s church affiliations began as a child at Second Tazewell Baptist Church in Butler, GA. As an adult he joined St. John’s Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas then went on to become a member of The Living Word in Junction City, Kansas. Jessie was previously a member of the Freemason Society.A young Man with DreamsOnce Jessie completed what was formerly known as grade school, he entered the military between the ages of sixteen and eighteen. Jessie’s dreams are on the horizon as he leaves Taylor County to Americus, Ga to what was then called CCC Camp (Civilian Conservation Corps) he would then be drafted into the Army Air Force, where he served his county for 26 and half years. In 2014 Jessie was nominated by the United States Air Force to receive a Quilt of Valor for his honorable service. His awards and medals included an Air Force Longevity Service Award, Good Conduct Medal. World War II Victory Medal, EAME Ribbon WD cir, AFLSA w/4, BrOLC, AFR 900-10, SAEMR SO-35, 5010th&nbsp;CSG, NDSM, AFM 900-3, AFOUA, Clasp to Good Conduct Medal. Jessie retired as a Master Sergeant E7 with an honorable discharge. Jessie went on to be a Youth Service Counselor for 15 years.A young Man with a FamilyIn the early part of the 1940’s while in Americus, Georgia Jessie married Eleanor Murdness Johnson Heath on April 1st&nbsp;to this union one child was born Gloria Jean Heath. The next seventeen years military life afforded Jessie and his family to be stationed in many places throughout the United States including Scott Air Force Base in Belleville, Illinois.A Family ExtendedOn August eighteenth in 1962 Jessie married Willeen Buchanan-Curry in Salina, Kansas though no children were born through this union their blended family was brought together which included 3 daughters and 1 son. Jessie’s Military career would have them relocate to Fairbanks, AK in 1964, This would become home for the next six years. In 1970 they returned to Salina Kansas and they remained together there until the Lord called Willeen home on September 17th&nbsp;2005.Living a full lifeJessie met Barbra Harvey at St. John’s Baptist Church in 2008, where they discovered, they were both widowed in 2005. Then Barbara relocated to Salina from California in 2009, where their love developed and grew, shortly after they became husband and wife. Life began again for both of them. Barbara had 2 daughters and 2 sons from her previous marriage. They lived a quiet, peaceful life with each other. Jessie was a kind and loving person, full of integrity and principles. He was also an adventurer and enjoyed traveling and music. Attending the Stiefel Theatre for the concerts, also the plays at the Salina Community Theater. Every Sunday evening Jessie would take Barbara for a drive. Their travels would take them to California to visit his daughter Gloria, sometimes they would end up in Georgia to visit Mrs. Essie Bell. Jessie was loved and well taken care of until he went on to be with the Lord.Life Well LivedJessie was precede in death by his parents John and Frances, son in-law Emmett R.York his 1st&nbsp;wife Eleanor M. Johnson Heath, and 2nd&nbsp;wife Willeen Buchanon-Curry Heath.On March 7th&nbsp;2021 Jessie transitioned from this life. He leaves to cherish,Wife:&nbsp;Barbara Harvey-Heath of Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;Daughter:&nbsp;Gloria Jean Heath York of Santa Clarita, CA8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.<figure>
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Ryan Dean Haxton was born at Geary County Hospital in Junction City, KS on March 4th, 1994, to Patrick and Melanie Haxton. When Ryan was four the family moved to Salina, KS where Ryan attended grade school and HS at Southeast of Saline Schools in Gypsum. Ryan graduated from SES in 2012. Ryan was very involved in several different activities while in school including a lead part in the school play as a senior. Ryan’s passion in HS was FCCLA where Ryan was a State Officer and was very active in the SES chapter. Ryan loved SES and his teachers and ALL of them played an integral part in Ryan’s young life. &nbsp;After HS, Ryan attended Kansas State University and in 2016 earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations and a minor in Leadership Studies. Ryan accepted a job out of college with Civic Plus in Manhattan. In 2018 Ryan decided to continue his education and enrolled at FHSU. In 2020 Ryan earned his Master’s degree in Higher Education Student Affairs. Shortly after this Ryan began to work at FHSU as an Academic Advising Development Specialist, where he worked until his passing. Ryan was incredibly close to his family and spent any free time he had enjoying time with them. He lit up every room he walked in with his smile, joy and quick wit. Those that loved him knew him for his wonderful personality and the support he gave everyone he encountered.&nbsp; He was kind, passionate and his contagious laugh will never be forgotten. &nbsp;He is survived by his parents, Pat and Melanie Haxton of WaKeeney, two brothers Alex and Taylor both of WaKeeney and a sister, Lexus of WaKeeney. Two Grandmothers, Marceil Haxton of WaKeeney and Alice Guthrie of Salina. He was preceded in death by two grandpas, Dean Haxton and Lyman Guthrie. Funeral Services will be Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center on the campus of Fort Hays State University - Hays. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time at the Performing Arts Center.&nbsp; Interment will follow the services in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery - Hays. A Celebration of Life reception will be held in Ryan's honor at The Strand in downtown Hays located at 1102 Main Street following graveside services and will last until 4:00 PM. The reception will have a meal and refreshments, and family and friends will be gathering to enjoy time together and remember such a wonderful guy who will be greatly missed." Memorial contributions are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. Please make contributions payable to Pat and/or Melanie Haxton. Donations may be sent in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Services in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Ryan Dean Haxton was born at Geary County Hospital in Junction City, KS on March 4th, 1994, to Patrick and Melanie Haxton. When Ryan was four the family moved to Salina, KS where Ryan attended grade school and HS at Southeast of Saline Schools in Gypsum. Ryan graduated from SES in 2012. Ryan was very involved in several different activities while in school including a lead part in the school play as a senior. Ryan’s passion in HS was FCCLA where Ryan was a State Officer and was very active in the SES chapter. Ryan loved SES and his teachers and ALL of them played an integral part in Ryan’s young life. &nbsp;After HS, Ryan attended Kansas State University and in 2016 earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations and a minor in Leadership Studies. Ryan accepted a job out of college with Civic Plus in Manhattan. In 2018 Ryan decided to continue his education and enrolled at FHSU. In 2020 Ryan earned his Master’s degree in Higher Education Student Affairs. Shortly after this Ryan began to work at FHSU as an Academic Advising Development Specialist, where he worked until his passing. Ryan was incredibly close to his family and spent any free time he had enjoying time with them. He lit up every room he walked in with his smile, joy and quick wit. Those that loved him knew him for his wonderful personality and the support he gave everyone he encountered.&nbsp; He was kind, passionate and his contagious laugh will never be forgotten. &nbsp;He is survived by his parents, Pat and Melanie Haxton of WaKeeney, two brothers Alex and Taylor both of WaKeeney and a sister, Lexus of WaKeeney. Two Grandmothers, Marceil Haxton of WaKeeney and Alice Guthrie of Salina. He was preceded in death by two grandpas, Dean Haxton and Lyman Guthrie. Funeral Services will be Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center on the campus of Fort Hays State University - Hays. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time at the Performing Arts Center.&nbsp; Interment will follow the services in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery - Hays. A Celebration of Life reception will be held in Ryan's honor at The Strand in downtown Hays located at 1102 Main Street following graveside services and will last until 4:00 PM. The reception will have a meal and refreshments, and family and friends will be gathering to enjoy time together and remember such a wonderful guy who will be greatly missed." Memorial contributions are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. Please make contributions payable to Pat and/or Melanie Haxton. Donations may be sent in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Services in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Ryan Haxton

<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/DarrellE-Bell">Obituary for Darrell E. Bell | Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home (bachelor-surber.com)</a>

December 22, 1932 ~ March 22, 2021 (age 88)

Darrell E. Bell, 88, of Belleville, KS, the son of Frank J. Bell and Ila May (Johnson) Bell, was born December 22, 1932 in Belleville, KS and passed away on March 22, 2021 at Republic County Hospital, Belleville, KS.

Darrell grew up in the Lincoln, NE area and later graduated high school from the Western Military Academy in Illinois.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He then served with the United States Navy for 4 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; After his honorable discharge, he returned to college at Southern Illinois University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Radio &amp; Television.

He was united in marriage to Norma Zacheis on September 26, 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp; She preceded him in death.

On February 3, 1995, he was united in marriage to Donna Mae Bell and she survives.

Darrell worked in radio and television, working several years at WIRL Radio in Peoria, Illinois as a salesman/sales manager and later in Great Falls, Montana.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He worked at the NBC television affiliate in Wichita, KS in the 1990’s and then returned to radio sales in Peoria.&nbsp;&nbsp; While is Peoria, he was involved and organized the Miss America Pageant Program (Miss Heart of Illinois) and was past president of the Jaycees.

After his retirement, he was a professional clown and was involved in the&nbsp;&nbsp;Golden Clowns of Hemet, California.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He and his wife, Donna Mae, performed as clowns all over Europe and the United States, including the 2002 Winter Olympics in Utah.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He also served with Mountain Rescue in Riverside, California as the chief HAM radio operator for several years.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, David Bell, first wife, Norma; and step-son, Lynn Morgan.

Darrell is survived by his wife, Donna Mae Bell, of Belleville, KS; daughter, Raya Bell of Fairfield, Iowa;&nbsp;&nbsp;son, Steve Bell of Fairfield, Iowa;&nbsp;step-daughter,&nbsp;Lori (Thomas) Finegan of Idaho Springs, Colorado; 8 step-grandchildren and 9 step great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

Cremation was selected and graveside memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the Belleville Cemetery, Belleville, KS.

Online condolences may be left at www.bachelor-surber.com

Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS is in charge of the arrangements.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/DarrellE-Bell">Obituary for Darrell E. Bell | Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home (bachelor-surber.com)</a>December 22, 1932 ~ March 22, 2021 (age 88)Darrell E. Bell, 88, of Belleville, KS, the son of Frank J. Bell and Ila May (Johnson) Bell, was born December 22, 1932 in Belleville, KS and passed away on March 22, 2021 at Republic County Hospital, Belleville, KS.Darrell grew up in the Lincoln, NE area and later graduated high school from the Western Military Academy in Illinois.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He then served with the United States Navy for 4 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; After his honorable discharge, he returned to college at Southern Illinois University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Radio &amp; Television.He was united in marriage to Norma Zacheis on September 26, 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp; She preceded him in death.On February 3, 1995, he was united in marriage to Donna Mae Bell and she survives.Darrell worked in radio and television, working several years at WIRL Radio in Peoria, Illinois as a salesman/sales manager and later in Great Falls, Montana.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He worked at the NBC television affiliate in Wichita, KS in the 1990’s and then returned to radio sales in Peoria.&nbsp;&nbsp; While is Peoria, he was involved and organized the Miss America Pageant Program (Miss Heart of Illinois) and was past president of the Jaycees.After his retirement, he was a professional clown and was involved in the&nbsp;&nbsp;Golden Clowns of Hemet, California.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He and his wife, Donna Mae, performed as clowns all over Europe and the United States, including the 2002 Winter Olympics in Utah.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He also served with Mountain Rescue in Riverside, California as the chief HAM radio operator for several years.He was preceded in death by his parents; son, David Bell, first wife, Norma; and step-son, Lynn Morgan.Darrell is survived by his wife, Donna Mae Bell, of Belleville, KS; daughter, Raya Bell of Fairfield, Iowa;&nbsp;&nbsp;son, Steve Bell of Fairfield, Iowa;&nbsp;step-daughter,&nbsp;Lori (Thomas) Finegan of Idaho Springs, Colorado; 8 step-grandchildren and 9 step great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.Cremation was selected and graveside memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the Belleville Cemetery, Belleville, KS.Inurnment will follow the services.Online condolences may be left at www.bachelor-surber.comBachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS is in charge of the arrangements.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Darrell E. Bell, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/DarrellE-Bell/sympathy">floral store.</a>

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