Durham - Dalmer Kaufman, 94, passed away January 14, 2021 at Newton Medical Center. He was born June 16, 1926 rural Moundridge to Daniel and Matilda (Goering) Kaufman. 

He married Violet Krispense September 6, 1953 at Strassburg Baptist Church rural Marion. 

Survivors include: sons, Kim Kaufman of Hillsboro, Timothy (Debra) Kaufman of rural Durham, Thomas (Sherry) Kaufman of rural Hillsboro; daughter, Autumn (Kem) Chisholm of rural Durham; brothers, Milo (Betty) Kaufman of Newton, Jerald (Joan) Kaufman of Naples, Florida; sister, Reitha Klaassen of Newton; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. 

Predeceased by his wife Violet Kaufman in 1993 and his daughter-in-law Delora Kaufman in 2017. 

Graveside service 11:15 a.m. Monday, January 18, 2021 at Strassburg cemetery rural Marion led by Pastor Brad Penn. Immediately following the Graveside service there will be a drive thru at Strassburg Baptist Church to greet the family until 1:00 p.m. Memorials to Durham Baptist Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Durham - Dalmer Kaufman, 94, passed away January 14, 2021 at Newton Medical Center. He was born June 16, 1926 rural Moundridge to Daniel and Matilda (Goering) Kaufman. He married Violet Krispense September 6, 1953 at Strassburg Baptist Church rural Marion. Survivors include: sons, Kim Kaufman of Hillsboro, Timothy (Debra) Kaufman of rural Durham, Thomas (Sherry) Kaufman of rural Hillsboro; daughter, Autumn (Kem) Chisholm of rural Durham; brothers, Milo (Betty) Kaufman of Newton, Jerald (Joan) Kaufman of Naples, Florida; sister, Reitha Klaassen of Newton; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his wife Violet Kaufman in 1993 and his daughter-in-law Delora Kaufman in 2017. Graveside service 11:15 a.m. Monday, January 18, 2021 at Strassburg cemetery rural Marion led by Pastor Brad Penn. Immediately following the Graveside service there will be a drive thru at Strassburg Baptist Church to greet the family until 1:00 p.m. Memorials to Durham Baptist Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Dalmer Kaufman

&nbsp; Dale Eugene "Gene" Bengtson, 66, of Inman, Kansas, died at 6:42 a.m., Friday, January 15th, 2021 at home and went to be with his Lord and Savior after a long battle with cancer. Gene was born in Hays, Kansas on May 16, 1954, a son of Dale L. and Elsie Yvonne (Jones) Bengtson. Gene attended Oakdale grade school, Salina, Bavaria Junior High, Bavaria, Kansas and graduated from Brookville High School, Brookville, Kansas in 1972. He enjoyed playing basketball and football as well as being on the student council, class play, yearbook, served as advertising manager, and Letterman's Club. He then attended Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, Kansas on a football scholarship and was all league quarterback. He was a member of Central Baptist Church, Salina, Kansas. Through the years Gene worked for his father at Bengtson Tire and Service, Salina, Kansas until he opened his own shop Frontier Tire in which he retired from. Gene enjoyed fishing, raising gourds, pumpkins, and house plants. Judge Judy had a special place in his heart. He also enjoyed the Royals and Chiefs winning championships, traveling with his wife and spending time with his family. Dale Gene Bengtson was united in marriage to Gwendoline Rose Barnhart Walker on September 19, 2015 in Salina in the Pastors back yard. He is survived by his loving wife, Gwen Bengtson, of Inman, Kansas; his sons, Matthew Bengtson, of Omaha, Nebraska and James Bengtson and wife Trish, of Basehor, Kansas; his brothers, Earl Bengtson and wife Anna, of Salina, Kansas and Roger Bengtson and wife Sherry, of Gypsum, Kansas; his nieces and nephews, Jesse Bengtson, Gaby Bengtson, Laurie Pelham and husband Andrew, and Justin Bengtson and wife Elizabeth; his aunt, Isabel Bengtson; his step-daughters, Elisa Applebee and Tiffany Hinson and husband Bob; his mother-in-law, Theresa Barnhart; his three grandchildren, Alexis Bengtson, Logan Bengtson, and Abigail Bengtson; and three step-grandchildren, Christopher Stiles, Sebastian Applebee, and Serena Hinson; and other relatives. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Yvonne Bengtson; and twin brothers, Ron and Don Bengtson. Private family memorial service will be held at Central Baptist Church, Salina at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 18th, 2021 with Reverend Chad Farber officiating. The service will be live streamed on CBCSALINA.ORG Burial will be at the Elmwood Cemetery Lindsborg, Kansas at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church, Salina, Kansas or American Cancer Society and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Dale Eugene "Gene" Bengtson, 66, of Inman, Kansas, died at 6:42 a.m., Friday, January 15th, 2021 at home and went to be with his Lord and Savior after a long battle with cancer. Gene was born in Hays, Kansas on May 16, 1954, a son of Dale L. and Elsie Yvonne (Jones) Bengtson. Gene attended Oakdale grade school, Salina, Bavaria Junior High, Bavaria, Kansas and graduated from Brookville High School, Brookville, Kansas in 1972. He enjoyed playing basketball and football as well as being on the student council, class play, yearbook, served as advertising manager, and Letterman's Club. He then attended Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, Kansas on a football scholarship and was all league quarterback. He was a member of Central Baptist Church, Salina, Kansas. Through the years Gene worked for his father at Bengtson Tire and Service, Salina, Kansas until he opened his own shop Frontier Tire in which he retired from. Gene enjoyed fishing, raising gourds, pumpkins, and house plants. Judge Judy had a special place in his heart. He also enjoyed the Royals and Chiefs winning championships, traveling with his wife and spending time with his family. Dale Gene Bengtson was united in marriage to Gwendoline Rose Barnhart Walker on September 19, 2015 in Salina in the Pastors back yard. He is survived by his loving wife, Gwen Bengtson, of Inman, Kansas; his sons, Matthew Bengtson, of Omaha, Nebraska and James Bengtson and wife Trish, of Basehor, Kansas; his brothers, Earl Bengtson and wife Anna, of Salina, Kansas and Roger Bengtson and wife Sherry, of Gypsum, Kansas; his nieces and nephews, Jesse Bengtson, Gaby Bengtson, Laurie Pelham and husband Andrew, and Justin Bengtson and wife Elizabeth; his aunt, Isabel Bengtson; his step-daughters, Elisa Applebee and Tiffany Hinson and husband Bob; his mother-in-law, Theresa Barnhart; his three grandchildren, Alexis Bengtson, Logan Bengtson, and Abigail Bengtson; and three step-grandchildren, Christopher Stiles, Sebastian Applebee, and Serena Hinson; and other relatives. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Yvonne Bengtson; and twin brothers, Ron and Don Bengtson. Private family memorial service will be held at Central Baptist Church, Salina at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 18th, 2021 with Reverend Chad Farber officiating. The service will be live streamed on CBCSALINA.ORG Burial will be at the Elmwood Cemetery Lindsborg, Kansas at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church, Salina, Kansas or American Cancer Society and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dale Eugene "Gene" Bengtson

Dale Herman Anschutz, 90, of Ellsworth, KS passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 in Salina, KS. He was born May 6, 1930 to William and Hattie (Schepmann) Anschutz in Wilson, KS.

Dale was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Ellsworth, American Legion Post 200 of Holyrood, KS, and many other organizations. Dale held numerous positions and offices in his church, the LCMS KS District and its board, and served on the board of St John’s College of Winfield, KS. He was a Korean War veteran, having been stationed in Germany. Dale married Mabel Choitz on October 11, 1953 at St Paul’s Lutheran Church in rural Ellsworth. Dale held numerous jobs in his life, including working at the Holyrood Roller Rink, working for many farmers and cattlemen, Dryden’s Hardware, Kansas Dept. of Transportation, and was also a highly skilled carpenter, and flooring installer.

Survivors include: daughter: Lois (Gilbert) Wenz of Holyrood and their children Amy (Robert) Vibbert and Melissa (Matt) Taylor; daughter: Connie Dickinson of Ellsworth and her daughter Tiffany (Daniel) Harders; son: Alan (Kim) Anschutz of Bella Vista, AR and their children Travis Anschutz and Amanda (Garrett) Gittlein ; and son: Gale (Lisa) Anschutz of Rose Hill, KS and their children Savanna and Brianna Anschutz; 10 great grandchildren: Tristan Anschutz and Marley Garrett; Adelyn and Colton Vibbert; Sydney, Olivia, and Kiptyn Taylor; and Mason, Colson, and Madison Gittlein; and Siblings: Glenn Anschutz; Leona Mutschler; Wilmetta McDonald; Leora True; and Maydene Meyer, and their surviving spouses.

Dale was preceded in death by his wife: Mabel; parents: William and Hattie Anschutz; son-in-law: Will E Dickinson, Jr; brothers: Kenneth, John, Carl, and Wilbur Anschutz; and sister: Vera Lehman.

Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Parsons Funeral Home in Ellsworth (masks required) and 9-10 a.m., Wednesday, January 20 at the funeral home. Graveside funeral service: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Ellsworth Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials to: Anschutz Medical Fund, Holyrood Historic Depot Restoration Project , Immanuel Lutheran Church of Ellsworth, or St Peter Lutheran Church of Holyrood, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dale Herman Anschutz, 90, of Ellsworth, KS passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 in Salina, KS. He was born May 6, 1930 to William and Hattie (Schepmann) Anschutz in Wilson, KS.Dale was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Ellsworth, American Legion Post 200 of Holyrood, KS, and many other organizations. Dale held numerous positions and offices in his church, the LCMS KS District and its board, and served on the board of St John’s College of Winfield, KS. He was a Korean War veteran, having been stationed in Germany. Dale married Mabel Choitz on October 11, 1953 at St Paul’s Lutheran Church in rural Ellsworth. Dale held numerous jobs in his life, including working at the Holyrood Roller Rink, working for many farmers and cattlemen, Dryden’s Hardware, Kansas Dept. of Transportation, and was also a highly skilled carpenter, and flooring installer.Survivors include: daughter: Lois (Gilbert) Wenz of Holyrood and their children Amy (Robert) Vibbert and Melissa (Matt) Taylor; daughter: Connie Dickinson of Ellsworth and her daughter Tiffany (Daniel) Harders; son: Alan (Kim) Anschutz of Bella Vista, AR and their children Travis Anschutz and Amanda (Garrett) Gittlein ; and son: Gale (Lisa) Anschutz of Rose Hill, KS and their children Savanna and Brianna Anschutz; 10 great grandchildren: Tristan Anschutz and Marley Garrett; Adelyn and Colton Vibbert; Sydney, Olivia, and Kiptyn Taylor; and Mason, Colson, and Madison Gittlein; and Siblings: Glenn Anschutz; Leona Mutschler; Wilmetta McDonald; Leora True; and Maydene Meyer, and their surviving spouses.Dale was preceded in death by his wife: Mabel; parents: William and Hattie Anschutz; son-in-law: Will E Dickinson, Jr; brothers: Kenneth, John, Carl, and Wilbur Anschutz; and sister: Vera Lehman.Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Parsons Funeral Home in Ellsworth (masks required) and 9-10 a.m., Wednesday, January 20 at the funeral home. Graveside funeral service: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Ellsworth Memorial Cemetery.Memorials to: Anschutz Medical Fund, Holyrood Historic Depot Restoration Project , Immanuel Lutheran Church of Ellsworth, or St Peter Lutheran Church of Holyrood, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Dale Herman Anschutz

Bill Hammill, 91, passed away January 12, 2021 at his home in Stockton, MO. He was born December 8, 1929 in Little River, KS to Charles and Regina (Schmidt) Hammill.

Bill served his county in the United States Army. While living in Great Bend, he worked in construction, installing siding. After retirement, he moved to Stockton and started his own cow/calf operation which he continued for many years.

Bill is survived by his sisters, Helen Bybee of Stockton and Nadine Bishop of Tulsa, OK. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Ione (Hopp) Hammill who passed in 1981; second wife, Alberta (Barnes) Hammill who passed in 2003; brother, Keith Hammill; and sisters, Ione Miller and Gladys Freeman.

Graveside funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 15, 2021 at Ellsworth Cemetery.

Bill Hammill, 91, passed away January 12, 2021 at his home in Stockton, MO. He was born December 8, 1929 in Little River, KS to Charles and Regina (Schmidt) Hammill.Bill served his county in the United States Army. While living in Great Bend, he worked in construction, installing siding. After retirement, he moved to Stockton and started his own cow/calf operation which he continued for many years.Bill is survived by his sisters, Helen Bybee of Stockton and Nadine Bishop of Tulsa, OK. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Ione (Hopp) Hammill who passed in 1981; second wife, Alberta (Barnes) Hammill who passed in 2003; brother, Keith Hammill; and sisters, Ione Miller and Gladys Freeman.Graveside funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 15, 2021 at Ellsworth Cemetery.

Bill Hammill

Lois Helen Wolf Guipre-Simoneau passed away on January 14 at the age of 93 at Beloit, KS.&nbsp; Lois was born on March 24, 1927 to Frank and Cora Rehor Wolf, Simpson, KS.&nbsp; She married her school sweetheart, James Lawdell Guipre in 1945.&nbsp; They resided on a farm north of Simpson and in 1950 moved to a farm south of Simpson.&nbsp; They had five daughters, Deanna Lynn, Cynthia Jeanne, Angela Sue, Michelle Ann and Kristi Lee.&nbsp; The family moved to Miltonvale in 1958 and Lois went to work at the St Joseph Hospital, Concordia in the radiology department.&nbsp; The family then moved to Clay Center where Lois worked for Carlson Truck Line.&nbsp; The family then settled in Beloit, with Lois residing in Beloit for the remainder of her life.&nbsp; While in Beloit, Lois was employed at Topeka Motor Freight and then the Mitchell County Extension Office, retiring in 1988.&nbsp; When employed at the extension office, Lois was a 4-H project leader for many projects.&nbsp; James died suddenly in 1988.&nbsp; Lois married Eugene Simoneau in 1989 and they enjoyed traveling, square dancing and bowling, participating in three national bowling contests, until his death in 2000.&nbsp; Lois continued to work for the Beloit Area Chamber of Commerce and the Mitchell Co. Credit Bureau and retired at the age of 80.&nbsp; While employed by the Chamber, Lois was instrumental, along with others, in bringing the concept for the Beloit Isle of Lights to fruition. &nbsp;She moved to Hilltop Lodge Retirement Community in 2010. &nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; She enjoyed social activities and was a 50-year member of the Order of Eastern Star, a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Town and Country Garden Club and the Beloit Country Club.&nbsp; Lois enjoyed playing cards with family and friends, along with gardening and growing roses.

&nbsp;&nbsp; She is survived by her daughters, Deanna (Richard Phelps), Cynthia (Dennis Sports-Wilson), Angela (Joe LeSage), Michelle (Scott Schoon), and Kristi (Nathaniel Grabill); Grandchildren Darin (Lori) Phelps, Karla (Mark) Hoover, James Sports-Wilson, Tara Barth, Melanie (Eric) Glassman, Heather (Randy) Eilert, Christopher (Kim) LeSage, Steven Schoon, Kevin (Breann) Schoon, Stacie (Steve) Fitch, Alexis (Nick) Greenway, Ashlynn (Riley) Grabill, Austin (Jordan) Grabill, and foster granddaughter Lori Ponce; Twenty-seven great Grandchildren: &nbsp;Rachel, Nathan and Isaac Phelps; Aaron, Seth and Noah Hoover; Taylor Burwick and &nbsp;Devan Sports-Wilson, Rustin Barth and Mason Clover; Alana, Brynn and Baylee Eilert; Lauren and Cameron Glassman; Brecken, Brody and Brindle LeSage; Emersyn and Kennedy Schoon; and Harrison and Hayden Fitch, Carolyn and Corina Grabill, Tanner and Taytum Bryan, Dean Greenway and Two great-great grandchildren; Step children Dan Simoneau, Cleo (Roxanne) Simoneau, Tom Simoneau, Roger (Mary) Simoneau, Jerome (Janelle) Simoneau, Louyonne Taapken (deceased), their families.

&nbsp;&nbsp; Lois is preceded in death by her husbands, James Guipre and Eugene Simoneau, her parents Frank and Cora Wolf, sister Lucille Johnson, and baby brother.

&nbsp;&nbsp; Family-only funeral services will take place at 10:30 AM Monday, January 18 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Beloit First Christian Church or Resident Care Center.

<a href="https://youtu.be/HIEYRgXG0U0%C2%A0">Lois Guipre-Simoneau Funeral Service Live-Streamed Link</a>

Lois Helen Wolf Guipre-Simoneau passed away on January 14 at the age of 93 at Beloit, KS.&nbsp; Lois was born on March 24, 1927 to Frank and Cora Rehor Wolf, Simpson, KS.&nbsp; She married her school sweetheart, James Lawdell Guipre in 1945.&nbsp; They resided on a farm north of Simpson and in 1950 moved to a farm south of Simpson.&nbsp; They had five daughters, Deanna Lynn, Cynthia Jeanne, Angela Sue, Michelle Ann and Kristi Lee.&nbsp; The family moved to Miltonvale in 1958 and Lois went to work at the St Joseph Hospital, Concordia in the radiology department.&nbsp; The family then moved to Clay Center where Lois worked for Carlson Truck Line.&nbsp; The family then settled in Beloit, with Lois residing in Beloit for the remainder of her life.&nbsp; While in Beloit, Lois was employed at Topeka Motor Freight and then the Mitchell County Extension Office, retiring in 1988.&nbsp; When employed at the extension office, Lois was a 4-H project leader for many projects.&nbsp; James died suddenly in 1988.&nbsp; Lois married Eugene Simoneau in 1989 and they enjoyed traveling, square dancing and bowling, participating in three national bowling contests, until his death in 2000.&nbsp; Lois continued to work for the Beloit Area Chamber of Commerce and the Mitchell Co. Credit Bureau and retired at the age of 80.&nbsp; While employed by the Chamber, Lois was instrumental, along with others, in bringing the concept for the Beloit Isle of Lights to fruition. &nbsp;She moved to Hilltop Lodge Retirement Community in 2010. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She enjoyed social activities and was a 50-year member of the Order of Eastern Star, a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Town and Country Garden Club and the Beloit Country Club.&nbsp; Lois enjoyed playing cards with family and friends, along with gardening and growing roses.&nbsp;&nbsp; She is survived by her daughters, Deanna (Richard Phelps), Cynthia (Dennis Sports-Wilson), Angela (Joe LeSage), Michelle (Scott Schoon), and Kristi (Nathaniel Grabill); Grandchildren Darin (Lori) Phelps, Karla (Mark) Hoover, James Sports-Wilson, Tara Barth, Melanie (Eric) Glassman, Heather (Randy) Eilert, Christopher (Kim) LeSage, Steven Schoon, Kevin (Breann) Schoon, Stacie (Steve) Fitch, Alexis (Nick) Greenway, Ashlynn (Riley) Grabill, Austin (Jordan) Grabill, and foster granddaughter Lori Ponce; Twenty-seven great Grandchildren: &nbsp;Rachel, Nathan and Isaac Phelps; Aaron, Seth and Noah Hoover; Taylor Burwick and &nbsp;Devan Sports-Wilson, Rustin Barth and Mason Clover; Alana, Brynn and Baylee Eilert; Lauren and Cameron Glassman; Brecken, Brody and Brindle LeSage; Emersyn and Kennedy Schoon; and Harrison and Hayden Fitch, Carolyn and Corina Grabill, Tanner and Taytum Bryan, Dean Greenway and Two great-great grandchildren; Step children Dan Simoneau, Cleo (Roxanne) Simoneau, Tom Simoneau, Roger (Mary) Simoneau, Jerome (Janelle) Simoneau, Louyonne Taapken (deceased), their families.&nbsp;&nbsp; Lois is preceded in death by her husbands, James Guipre and Eugene Simoneau, her parents Frank and Cora Wolf, sister Lucille Johnson, and baby brother.&nbsp;&nbsp; Family-only funeral services will take place at 10:30 AM Monday, January 18 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Beloit First Christian Church or Resident Care Center.<a href="https://youtu.be/HIEYRgXG0U0%C2%A0">Lois Guipre-Simoneau Funeral Service Live-Streamed Link</a>

Lois Helen Wolf Guipre-Simoneau

LaVerne W. Parks, Sr., age 80, entered into rest on Friday, January 15, 2021, at Mount Joseph Senior Village, in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on April 3, 1940 in Hill City, Kansas to Moses and Lelah (Collins) Parks.&nbsp; He was the youngest of 6 children.&nbsp; At the age of 3 the family moved to Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; LaVerne is formerly of Salina and Hutchinson area.

He attended Salina Central High School.&nbsp; LaVerne Served in the United States Army active duty in Ft. Hood, Texas as a Jeep driver and in human resources.&nbsp; He also served in the National Guard and Reserves as a mechanic and military police officer, for a combined total of 14 years.&nbsp; During his life LaVerne was a jack of all trades, but most proud of his service to his country.

He was a member of the American Legion Post #76, Concordia.&nbsp; He loved dancing and was an avid bingo player.&nbsp; LaVerne married Betty Frybarger in 1964 and they later divorced.

LaVerne is survived by a son, LaVerne Parks, Jr. (Nancy), Hutchinson, KS; Leroy Parks (Peggie), Concordia, KS; daughters, Wanda Harlow, Overland Park, KS; Melinda Boyles, MO.; Beverly Parks, Concordia, KS; 23 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Moses and Lelah, son, Leonard Parks, daughter, Barbara Parks, 1 brother, Bill Parks, 4 sisters, Berdena Sisler, Bertha Sisler, Stella Sisler, and Lorene Lowell.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January, 19, 2021 from 1-8 pm at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.

Funeral Service will be held 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas with Rev. LaVerne Parks, Jr. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be given to American Legion Post #76 or American Legion Riders in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

LaVerne W. Parks, Sr., age 80, entered into rest on Friday, January 15, 2021, at Mount Joseph Senior Village, in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on April 3, 1940 in Hill City, Kansas to Moses and Lelah (Collins) Parks.&nbsp; He was the youngest of 6 children.&nbsp; At the age of 3 the family moved to Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; LaVerne is formerly of Salina and Hutchinson area.He attended Salina Central High School.&nbsp; LaVerne Served in the United States Army active duty in Ft. Hood, Texas as a Jeep driver and in human resources.&nbsp; He also served in the National Guard and Reserves as a mechanic and military police officer, for a combined total of 14 years.&nbsp; During his life LaVerne was a jack of all trades, but most proud of his service to his country.He was a member of the American Legion Post #76, Concordia.&nbsp; He loved dancing and was an avid bingo player.&nbsp; LaVerne married Betty Frybarger in 1964 and they later divorced.LaVerne is survived by a son, LaVerne Parks, Jr. (Nancy), Hutchinson, KS; Leroy Parks (Peggie), Concordia, KS; daughters, Wanda Harlow, Overland Park, KS; Melinda Boyles, MO.; Beverly Parks, Concordia, KS; 23 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Moses and Lelah, son, Leonard Parks, daughter, Barbara Parks, 1 brother, Bill Parks, 4 sisters, Berdena Sisler, Bertha Sisler, Stella Sisler, and Lorene Lowell.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January, 19, 2021 from 1-8 pm at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.Funeral Service will be held 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas with Rev. LaVerne Parks, Jr. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be given to American Legion Post #76 or American Legion Riders in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

LaVerne W. Parks, Sr.

Kay H. Lebert, 82, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 in Casper, WY. She was born on Nov. 4, 1938 to Robert and Ruth Armstrong in Hedville, KS. Kay graduated from Hedville High School and then briefly attended school at Marymount College. Kay met the love of her life, William A. Lebert, they married in 1958, and together they had two children, Rodney and Susan. Kay became a stay at home mother until her children were grown. She achieved her dietician certification and worked for the public school system and hospitals in Kansas. Kay went back to school and received an Associates Degree.

After a large storm in 2001 that destroyed their home, the couple relocated to Esterbrook, WY where they stayed until health problems forced them off the mountain.

Kay is survived by her husband, William; children, Rodney (Lori) Lebert of Douglas, WY and Susan (Larry) Aiken of Lawrence, KS; grandchildren, Cody Lebert, Ryan Lebert, and Jacob Aiken; sisters, Mary, Jenny, Betty, Charlene; brothers, Bobby and Joe; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Elaine, Shirley and Fern.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2021 with a funeral service held at 2 p.m. Saturday January 16th all at Ryan Mortuary. A graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m. January 16th at Prairie Mound Cemetery.

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 </figure>Kay H. Lebert, 82, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 in Casper, WY. She was born on Nov. 4, 1938 to Robert and Ruth Armstrong in Hedville, KS. Kay graduated from Hedville High School and then briefly attended school at Marymount College. Kay met the love of her life, William A. Lebert, they married in 1958, and together they had two children, Rodney and Susan. Kay became a stay at home mother until her children were grown. She achieved her dietician certification and worked for the public school system and hospitals in Kansas. Kay went back to school and received an Associates Degree.After a large storm in 2001 that destroyed their home, the couple relocated to Esterbrook, WY where they stayed until health problems forced them off the mountain.Kay is survived by her husband, William; children, Rodney (Lori) Lebert of Douglas, WY and Susan (Larry) Aiken of Lawrence, KS; grandchildren, Cody Lebert, Ryan Lebert, and Jacob Aiken; sisters, Mary, Jenny, Betty, Charlene; brothers, Bobby and Joe; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Elaine, Shirley and Fern.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2021 with a funeral service held at 2 p.m. Saturday January 16th all at Ryan Mortuary. A graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m. January 16th at Prairie Mound Cemetery.

Kay H. Lebert

&nbsp; Gordon "Smitty" Allen Smith, 77, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 14th, 2021. Smitty was born in Colby, Kansas on July 25, 1943, a son of the late Lela Leila (Davis) and Darrell James Smith. He was a Railroad Signal Maintainer for several companies including Rock Island and Union Pacific. He retired in 1998 after 30 years. On August 11, 1984, Gordon married Donna Nickell in Greensburg, Kansas. Survivors include his wife, Donna; two sons, James Smith, of Denver, Colorado, Jeff Smith, of Mesa, Arizona; daughter, Tamara Wheeler, (Terry) of Salina, Kansas; brother, Denny Smith, (Fran) of Ulysses, Kansas. He is also survived by 2 grandchildren, Megan Fowler (Chris), Miranda Rothweiler (Jacob); and great grandchildren, Adisyn Fowler, Jaxon Fowler. He was preceded in death by his son, Darren Cart. Cremation was chosen and services will be announced at a later date. Donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio, Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Gordon "Smitty" Allen Smith, 77, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 14th, 2021. Smitty was born in Colby, Kansas on July 25, 1943, a son of the late Lela Leila (Davis) and Darrell James Smith. He was a Railroad Signal Maintainer for several companies including Rock Island and Union Pacific. He retired in 1998 after 30 years. On August 11, 1984, Gordon married Donna Nickell in Greensburg, Kansas. Survivors include his wife, Donna; two sons, James Smith, of Denver, Colorado, Jeff Smith, of Mesa, Arizona; daughter, Tamara Wheeler, (Terry) of Salina, Kansas; brother, Denny Smith, (Fran) of Ulysses, Kansas. He is also survived by 2 grandchildren, Megan Fowler (Chris), Miranda Rothweiler (Jacob); and great grandchildren, Adisyn Fowler, Jaxon Fowler. He was preceded in death by his son, Darren Cart. Cremation was chosen and services will be announced at a later date. Donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio, Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gordon "Smitty" Allen Smith

&nbsp; Sammie Lee Wilson, Sr., 67, of Salina, passed away Monday, January 11th, 2021. Sammie was born in Jonestown, Mississippi on May 15, 1953, a son of the late Reola (Collins) and Allen Wilson, Sr. Survivors include two daughters, Dawn North, (Latron) of Evansville, Indiana, Haley Grant-Wilson, of Topeka; two sons, Sammie Wilson, Jr., of Aurora, Colorado, Joshua Wilson, (Miranda) of Salina; a host of grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. He is also survived by eight sisters, Margaret Moore, of Overland Park, Shirley Jordan, of Denver, Colorado, Alma Chamberlain, of Salina, Talley Miller, of Columbia, Missouri, Tenne Jackson, of Anniston, Alabama, Sharon Thompson, of Lenexa, Kathleen Wilson, of Salina, Pauline Thompson, (Vernel) of Salina; six brothers, Gabe Wilson, of Kansas City, Missouri, Allen Wilson, Jr., of Salina, David Wilson, of Kansas City, Missouri, Melvin Wilson, of Wichita, Gregory Wilson, of Salina, and Odell Wilson, of Salina. Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Monday, January 18, 2021 at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, January 19th at St. John's Missionary Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Salina, Kansas. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, masks are required at all events. Donations may be made to the family, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Sammie Lee Wilson, Sr., 67, of Salina, passed away Monday, January 11th, 2021. Sammie was born in Jonestown, Mississippi on May 15, 1953, a son of the late Reola (Collins) and Allen Wilson, Sr. Survivors include two daughters, Dawn North, (Latron) of Evansville, Indiana, Haley Grant-Wilson, of Topeka; two sons, Sammie Wilson, Jr., of Aurora, Colorado, Joshua Wilson, (Miranda) of Salina; a host of grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. He is also survived by eight sisters, Margaret Moore, of Overland Park, Shirley Jordan, of Denver, Colorado, Alma Chamberlain, of Salina, Talley Miller, of Columbia, Missouri, Tenne Jackson, of Anniston, Alabama, Sharon Thompson, of Lenexa, Kathleen Wilson, of Salina, Pauline Thompson, (Vernel) of Salina; six brothers, Gabe Wilson, of Kansas City, Missouri, Allen Wilson, Jr., of Salina, David Wilson, of Kansas City, Missouri, Melvin Wilson, of Wichita, Gregory Wilson, of Salina, and Odell Wilson, of Salina. Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Monday, January 18, 2021 at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, January 19th at St. John's Missionary Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Salina, Kansas. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, masks are required at all events. Donations may be made to the family, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sammie Lee Wilson, Sr.

Jerry Griffis, McPherson, KS, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021, at Angel Arms, McPherson. Jerry was born in Osborne, KS, May 10, 1933, to Arthur Glen and Dorothy Griffis. Jerry attended McPherson grade schools, graduated from McPherson High School, and attended Kansas State. After graduating from high school, Jerry joined the United States Navy. Jerry was united in marriage to Joan Schletzbaum September 6, 1959, at Monitor Church of the Brethren, Conway, Kansas with Rev. Flory officiating. They were blessed with two daughters, Tracy and Cindy. Jerry worked for the City of McPherson as assistant Director of Public Works for 22 years before retiring May 1996. His friendly, outgoing personality permitted him to work well with fellow employees and to meet the public with ease and confidence. He was also a licensed surveyor. Jerry was a member of the Monitor Church of the Brethren. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Joan Griffis of McPherson, Kansas; his daughter, Cindy Schrad of Denver, Colorado; son-in-law, Gary Long of Kansas City, Kansas; three grandchildren, Kelsy Allison and husband, Jake, Haley Rushing and husband, Bruce, and Riley Long and fiancé, Phung; and four great-grandchildren, all of Kansas City. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Dorothy Griffis; daughter, Tracy Long; grandson, Connor Long; son-in-law, Doug Schrad; brother, Bill Griffis; one year old brother, Donnie Griffis; half-brothers, Frank and Wayne Griffis and Gerald Meeker; and half-sister, Helen Bachtel. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Monitor Church of the Brethren or McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jerry Griffis, McPherson, KS, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021, at Angel Arms, McPherson. Jerry was born in Osborne, KS, May 10, 1933, to Arthur Glen and Dorothy Griffis. Jerry attended McPherson grade schools, graduated from McPherson High School, and attended Kansas State. After graduating from high school, Jerry joined the United States Navy. Jerry was united in marriage to Joan Schletzbaum September 6, 1959, at Monitor Church of the Brethren, Conway, Kansas with Rev. Flory officiating. They were blessed with two daughters, Tracy and Cindy. Jerry worked for the City of McPherson as assistant Director of Public Works for 22 years before retiring May 1996. His friendly, outgoing personality permitted him to work well with fellow employees and to meet the public with ease and confidence. He was also a licensed surveyor. Jerry was a member of the Monitor Church of the Brethren. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Joan Griffis of McPherson, Kansas; his daughter, Cindy Schrad of Denver, Colorado; son-in-law, Gary Long of Kansas City, Kansas; three grandchildren, Kelsy Allison and husband, Jake, Haley Rushing and husband, Bruce, and Riley Long and fiancé, Phung; and four great-grandchildren, all of Kansas City. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Dorothy Griffis; daughter, Tracy Long; grandson, Connor Long; son-in-law, Doug Schrad; brother, Bill Griffis; one year old brother, Donnie Griffis; half-brothers, Frank and Wayne Griffis and Gerald Meeker; and half-sister, Helen Bachtel. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Monitor Church of the Brethren or McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jarold "Jerry" L. Griffis

Betty Jane Hinton, 90, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021in Wilson. She was born January 4, 1931 in Kodiak, AK to Herbert and Florence (Nymen) Heglin.

Betty married Clarence Frank Hinton in Kodiak, AK on May 10, 1959. She was a line worker at the fish canning factory in Kodiak. After retirement, Betty and Clarence relocated to Holyrood.

Betty is survived by her brother, Clifford Frank Heglin of Vancouver, WA and sister, Peggy Ann Kopki of Battle Ground, WA. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Clarence; and brothers, Herbert, Harold, James, and Richard.

Betty will be interred next to Clarence at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at WaKeeney, KS. Per her request, there will be no services.&nbsp;

Betty Jane Hinton, 90, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021in Wilson. She was born January 4, 1931 in Kodiak, AK to Herbert and Florence (Nymen) Heglin.Betty married Clarence Frank Hinton in Kodiak, AK on May 10, 1959. She was a line worker at the fish canning factory in Kodiak. After retirement, Betty and Clarence relocated to Holyrood.Betty is survived by her brother, Clifford Frank Heglin of Vancouver, WA and sister, Peggy Ann Kopki of Battle Ground, WA. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Clarence; and brothers, Herbert, Harold, James, and Richard.Betty will be interred next to Clarence at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at WaKeeney, KS. Per her request, there will be no services.&nbsp;

Betty Jane Hinton

Gerald Eugene Briney was born February 16, 1929 to Harold Edmond and Blanche Mae McElroy Briney at Beloit, Kansas. He died January 7, 2021 at Hilltop Lodge in Beloit, Kansas at the age of 91.

He graduated from Beloit High School in 1947. He farmed from 1947 to 1951, and served in the United States Army from January 1951 to May 1953. In 1952 he served in Korea as an armorer with D Co. 2nd&nbsp;Engineer Combat Battalion, 2nd&nbsp;Infantry Division. He farmed again from 1954 until 1962, when he moved to Durango, Colorado, where he built logging roads for the Forrest Service and Managed Clubs. He moved back to Beloit in 1974 to farm again. He loved to farm and took pride in his work.

He was a member of the First Christian Church in Beloit. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, 2nd&nbsp;Infantry Division Association, Korean War Veterans Alliance, and 2nd&nbsp;Engineer Combat Battalion Association, as well as the National Rifle Association and the Eagles Club. He was a past commander of the VFW Post 4031 in Durango, Colorado.

He leaves to mourn his death his sons, Philip of Beloit, Michael and wife Tammy of Scottsdale, Arizona, and Joseph of Colorado; two grandsons, Nathan and Seth; three granddaughters, Kristen, Nicole, and Shara.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ralph and Delmar; sister, Thelma Maze; and son Benjamin.

Cremation has taken place and private family burial will take place at a later date.

Gerald Eugene Briney was born February 16, 1929 to Harold Edmond and Blanche Mae McElroy Briney at Beloit, Kansas. He died January 7, 2021 at Hilltop Lodge in Beloit, Kansas at the age of 91.He graduated from Beloit High School in 1947. He farmed from 1947 to 1951, and served in the United States Army from January 1951 to May 1953. In 1952 he served in Korea as an armorer with D Co. 2nd&nbsp;Engineer Combat Battalion, 2nd&nbsp;Infantry Division. He farmed again from 1954 until 1962, when he moved to Durango, Colorado, where he built logging roads for the Forrest Service and Managed Clubs. He moved back to Beloit in 1974 to farm again. He loved to farm and took pride in his work.He was a member of the First Christian Church in Beloit. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, 2nd&nbsp;Infantry Division Association, Korean War Veterans Alliance, and 2nd&nbsp;Engineer Combat Battalion Association, as well as the National Rifle Association and the Eagles Club. He was a past commander of the VFW Post 4031 in Durango, Colorado.He leaves to mourn his death his sons, Philip of Beloit, Michael and wife Tammy of Scottsdale, Arizona, and Joseph of Colorado; two grandsons, Nathan and Seth; three granddaughters, Kristen, Nicole, and Shara.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ralph and Delmar; sister, Thelma Maze; and son Benjamin.Cremation has taken place and private family burial will take place at a later date.

Gerald Eugene Briney

Wanda A. Whitesell, 89, Bennington, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; She was born October 11, 1931 in Delphos to Richard and Ruby (Smith) Snyder.&nbsp;

Wanda and George H. Whitesell, Jr. were united in marriage on May 8, 1949. She taught elementary school in Saline County for 25 years and she was a member of the United Church of Bennington.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her sister, Lucille Reynolds.

Survivors are her sons and their spouses, Larry (Mary), Carl (LaQuita), Richard (Sharlene), and Mark (Cathy) Whitesell; brother, Duane Snyder; and numerous grandchildren.

Private services will be held in the Delphos Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the United Church of Bennington and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Wanda A. Whitesell, 89, Bennington, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; She was born October 11, 1931 in Delphos to Richard and Ruby (Smith) Snyder.&nbsp;Wanda and George H. Whitesell, Jr. were united in marriage on May 8, 1949. She taught elementary school in Saline County for 25 years and she was a member of the United Church of Bennington.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her sister, Lucille Reynolds.Survivors are her sons and their spouses, Larry (Mary), Carl (LaQuita), Richard (Sharlene), and Mark (Cathy) Whitesell; brother, Duane Snyder; and numerous grandchildren.Private services will be held in the Delphos Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the United Church of Bennington and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Wanda A. Whitesell

&nbsp; Tina Louise Rivera, 62, of Mcpherson, Kansas, passed away at 6:28 p.m., Monday, January 11th, 2021 suddenly, at McPherson Hospital . Tina was born in Brooklyn, New York on January 27, 1958, a daughter of Otis Norman and Muriel Louise (Jackson) Hubbard. Tina attended PS 55 grade school, Andrew Middle School, Bronx, New York Through the years Tina worked as a secretary for a law firm in New York, Disability Support as a direct staff care person, was a para at Washington Grade School and then retired from MCDS as a Job Coach Supervisor, all in McPherson, Kansas. Tina enjoyed cooking, loved her clients, was a good listener, a head strong individual, loved to talk and loved spending time with her friends and family, especially her granddaughter. Tina Louise Hubbard was in a bliss union with Horace Rodger Kirkland in Bronx, New York. This union was blessed with the birth of a son, D'sean Kirkland. Then Tina was united in marriage to Manuel E. Rivera on May 6, 2008 in McPherson, Kansas. The couple established their first home together in McPherson. She is survived by her husband Manny E. Rivera, of Mcpherson; her son, D'Sean and his wife Aisha Kirkland, of McPherson, Kansas; his siblings, Charlene Williams, of Bronx, New York, Norman Hubbard, of Bronx, New York, Karen Anderson, of Bronx, New York, Emanuel Roman and his wife Jessica, of San Diego, California, Carl Anderson and his wife Ebony, of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, Cory Anderson, of Bronx, New York, Crystal Smith, of Bronx, New York, Greg Anderson, of Upstate, New York, Sherise Anderson, of Charlotte, North Carolina, Tasha Smith, of Charlotte, North Carolina, Gene Anderson and his wife Krystal, of Connecticut, New York and her mother-in-law, Anna Rivera Gomez and her husband Pedro, of McPherson, Kansas. She is also survived by granddaughter, Tianne Kirkland Tina was preceded in death by parents A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Glidden-Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Jon Black officiating. Burial will be at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor James Hollis officiating. Memorials are to the Tina Rivera Memorial Fund and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Tina Louise Rivera, 62, of Mcpherson, Kansas, passed away at 6:28 p.m., Monday, January 11th, 2021 suddenly, at McPherson Hospital . Tina was born in Brooklyn, New York on January 27, 1958, a daughter of Otis Norman and Muriel Louise (Jackson) Hubbard. Tina attended PS 55 grade school, Andrew Middle School, Bronx, New York Through the years Tina worked as a secretary for a law firm in New York, Disability Support as a direct staff care person, was a para at Washington Grade School and then retired from MCDS as a Job Coach Supervisor, all in McPherson, Kansas. Tina enjoyed cooking, loved her clients, was a good listener, a head strong individual, loved to talk and loved spending time with her friends and family, especially her granddaughter. Tina Louise Hubbard was in a bliss union with Horace Rodger Kirkland in Bronx, New York. This union was blessed with the birth of a son, D'sean Kirkland. Then Tina was united in marriage to Manuel E. Rivera on May 6, 2008 in McPherson, Kansas. The couple established their first home together in McPherson. She is survived by her husband Manny E. Rivera, of Mcpherson; her son, D'Sean and his wife Aisha Kirkland, of McPherson, Kansas; his siblings, Charlene Williams, of Bronx, New York, Norman Hubbard, of Bronx, New York, Karen Anderson, of Bronx, New York, Emanuel Roman and his wife Jessica, of San Diego, California, Carl Anderson and his wife Ebony, of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, Cory Anderson, of Bronx, New York, Crystal Smith, of Bronx, New York, Greg Anderson, of Upstate, New York, Sherise Anderson, of Charlotte, North Carolina, Tasha Smith, of Charlotte, North Carolina, Gene Anderson and his wife Krystal, of Connecticut, New York and her mother-in-law, Anna Rivera Gomez and her husband Pedro, of McPherson, Kansas. She is also survived by granddaughter, Tianne Kirkland Tina was preceded in death by parents A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Glidden-Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Jon Black officiating. Burial will be at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor James Hollis officiating. Memorials are to the Tina Rivera Memorial Fund and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tina Louise Rivera

Quentin James Richert, 66, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. He was an accountant, working for Carol Winslow and Accounting Solutions. He was also a controller for an oil &amp; gas recovery company. Quentin was born on February 27, 1954, in Glendive, MT, the son of Raymond Tobias and Ruby J. (Janzen) Richert. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1972 and received a bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University. On March 28, 1975, Quentin was united in marriage to Rhonda L. Seibel in Conway, KS. This union was blessed with three children, Anthony, Jeremy, and Jeffrey. He was a member of Hopefield Mennonite Church, Moundridge. Survivors include: his loving wife of 45 years, Rhonda of the home; three children, Anthony Richert (Alanna) of Elmo, KS, Jeremy Richert of McPherson, KS, and Jeffrey Richert of McPherson, KS; a brother, Larry Richert of Moundridge, KS; three grandchildren, Brenda Miller (Quenten), Anthia Richert, and Trenton Richert; one great-granddaughter, Sonja Miller; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Richert; mother, Ruby Neufeldt; and two brothers, Roland Richert and Benjamin Richert. A private family service will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Quentin James Richert, 66, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. He was an accountant, working for Carol Winslow and Accounting Solutions. He was also a controller for an oil &amp; gas recovery company. Quentin was born on February 27, 1954, in Glendive, MT, the son of Raymond Tobias and Ruby J. (Janzen) Richert. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1972 and received a bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University. On March 28, 1975, Quentin was united in marriage to Rhonda L. Seibel in Conway, KS. This union was blessed with three children, Anthony, Jeremy, and Jeffrey. He was a member of Hopefield Mennonite Church, Moundridge. Survivors include: his loving wife of 45 years, Rhonda of the home; three children, Anthony Richert (Alanna) of Elmo, KS, Jeremy Richert of McPherson, KS, and Jeffrey Richert of McPherson, KS; a brother, Larry Richert of Moundridge, KS; three grandchildren, Brenda Miller (Quenten), Anthia Richert, and Trenton Richert; one great-granddaughter, Sonja Miller; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Richert; mother, Ruby Neufeldt; and two brothers, Roland Richert and Benjamin Richert. A private family service will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Quentin James Richert

LaVone Fay Lang age 56, died on January 10, 2021 in Salina, KS. She was born November 10, 1964 in Clay Center, KS to Elmo and Wilma (Fyfe) McNee.&nbsp; LaVone was born and raised in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was a graduate of Clay County Community High School.&nbsp; LaVone met Ron Lang while he was stationed in Fort Riley. They were married on June 06, 1988.&nbsp; They made their home in Clay Center and later moved to Mercer, PA.&nbsp; In July of 2018 they moved to Salina.&nbsp; LaVone enjoyed working on Diamond Art and was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. She is preceded in death by her parents and daughter; Lisa Marie Lang.

Daughter: Courtney and husband Nick White of Salina, KS

Sister: Pat (Merle) Cullip of Wakefield, KS

Sister: Sondra Matthews of Clay Center, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, January 20, 2021 from 5-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Funeral Services:&nbsp; Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;

Memorials:&nbsp;Tammy Walker Cancer Center c/o the funeral home

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 </figure>LaVone Fay Lang age 56, died on January 10, 2021 in Salina, KS. She was born November 10, 1964 in Clay Center, KS to Elmo and Wilma (Fyfe) McNee.&nbsp; LaVone was born and raised in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was a graduate of Clay County Community High School.&nbsp; LaVone met Ron Lang while he was stationed in Fort Riley. They were married on June 06, 1988.&nbsp; They made their home in Clay Center and later moved to Mercer, PA.&nbsp; In July of 2018 they moved to Salina.&nbsp; LaVone enjoyed working on Diamond Art and was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. She is preceded in death by her parents and daughter; Lisa Marie Lang.Survivors:Husband: Ronald Lang of Salina, KSDaughter: Courtney and husband Nick White of Salina, KSSon: Allen Lang of Salina, KSSon: Ron Lang Jr. of Salina, KSSister: Pat (Merle) Cullip of Wakefield, KSSister: Karen McNee of Clay Center, KSSister: Sondra Matthews of Clay Center, KSBrother: Bill McNee of Manhattan, KSBrother: Dean McNee of Clay Center, KS5 GrandchildrenVisitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, January 20, 2021 from 5-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSFuneral Services:&nbsp; Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;Minister:&nbsp;Pastor J.J. SextonMemorials:&nbsp;Tammy Walker Cancer Center c/o the funeral home

LaVone Fay Lang

Evelyn June (Bunch) Warburton, age 89 of Beloit, Kansas left this earthly life on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 to be with her Savior.

Evelyn was born the fourth child of seven on June 28, 1931 to Ed William Bunch and Clara Mary (Radke) Bunch in Lincoln, Kansas.

On June 17, 1950, she was united in marriage to Laurence I. Warburton of Beloit at the courthouse in Salina, Kansas. They lived west of Beloit in the same home for 57 years and she stayed there another 11 years after his death in 2007. Together, they raised three children: Ruth, John, and Jimmy.

One of Evelyn’s pleasures was her roses and growing flowers and helping with the garden growing vegetables. She enjoyed helping children grow and learn by being a leader with the Cub Scouts. She was always helping with the West Beloit 4-H Club and did that for over 29 years. She was also a leader for the 4-H Club.

Evelyn loved all the pets that were part of the household, having many dogs and cats. She enjoyed the many 4-H livestock animals her children had as projects. She had fun times helping out with the kiddie barnyard at the county fair, especially watching the kids enjoy the animals.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Beloit, and was employed there for a few years as the building supervisor until she retired in 1992.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Wanda Mae and Wilma Jean; brothers Roy, Dean, Ed “Buck”, and Clint; her husband Laurence; and her daughter Ruth.

Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life are her sons, John and Jimmy, both of Beloit; sisters-in-law, LuAnn Bunch and Joan Bunch, both of Kanopolis; many nieces and nephews; the farm family; and many many friends.

Graveside services will be at 2 PM Monday, January 18 at the Elmwood Cemetery in Beloit. Visitation will be from 9 AM to 1 PM Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Solomon Valley Hospice or Donor's Choice.

Evelyn June (Bunch) Warburton, age 89 of Beloit, Kansas left this earthly life on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 to be with her Savior.Evelyn was born the fourth child of seven on June 28, 1931 to Ed William Bunch and Clara Mary (Radke) Bunch in Lincoln, Kansas.On June 17, 1950, she was united in marriage to Laurence I. Warburton of Beloit at the courthouse in Salina, Kansas. They lived west of Beloit in the same home for 57 years and she stayed there another 11 years after his death in 2007. Together, they raised three children: Ruth, John, and Jimmy.One of Evelyn’s pleasures was her roses and growing flowers and helping with the garden growing vegetables. She enjoyed helping children grow and learn by being a leader with the Cub Scouts. She was always helping with the West Beloit 4-H Club and did that for over 29 years. She was also a leader for the 4-H Club.Evelyn loved all the pets that were part of the household, having many dogs and cats. She enjoyed the many 4-H livestock animals her children had as projects. She had fun times helping out with the kiddie barnyard at the county fair, especially watching the kids enjoy the animals.She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Beloit, and was employed there for a few years as the building supervisor until she retired in 1992.She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Wanda Mae and Wilma Jean; brothers Roy, Dean, Ed “Buck”, and Clint; her husband Laurence; and her daughter Ruth.Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life are her sons, John and Jimmy, both of Beloit; sisters-in-law, LuAnn Bunch and Joan Bunch, both of Kanopolis; many nieces and nephews; the farm family; and many many friends.She will be missed by all.Graveside services will be at 2 PM Monday, January 18 at the Elmwood Cemetery in Beloit. Visitation will be from 9 AM to 1 PM Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Solomon Valley Hospice or Donor's Choice.

Evelyn June (Bunch) Warburton

Gary Joe Reynolds, age 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 12, 2021. He was born in Fredonia, KS on May 4, 1941, the son of Orval and Gladys (Wright) Reynolds. He married Nancy Brown in Neodesha, Ks, on June 11, 1960.

Gary graduated from Kansas State University with a BS in Agricultural Education, pursued his Master’s Degree at Oklahoma State University in Forage and Cereal Grain Crops and completed his higher education at Louisiana State University studying for his PhD in Honey Bee Genetics. He was employed by the USDA for 12 years ending at the Honey Bee Laboratory in Baton Rouge, LA. Wishing to be his own employer, he moved his family to Concordia, KS to start Rainbow Honey Farm, named for the many colors of his hives. Gary always said that the honey bee was both his vocation and avocation. His love of the tiny insect was his passion for 57 years.

Gary was a 45 year member of Concordia Wesleyan Church having served as vice chairman of the board and youth sponsor. He was active in national, state and area beekeeping organizations.&nbsp; Gary served as President of Mid US Honey Producers, a 7 state organization, President of the Kansas Honey Producers Association, Founder and President of the North Central Kansas Beekeeping Organization, a 50+ year membership of the American Beekeeping Association, President of the Salina Farmers’ Market and Founder of the Concordia Farmers’ Market.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Along with a Kansas elementary student, Gary was instrumental in securing the honey bee as the official Kansas State Insect. He appeared before the International Trade Commission in both Washington DC and Topeka KS in support of the honey bee.

For many years Gary substitute taught in the Concordia, Minneapolis, Clifton-Clyde and Pike Valley School districts. &nbsp;Known as The Honey Man, he enjoyed the students and interacting with them and provided lots of honeystix. Many classes visited Rainbow Honey Farm and Gary spoke to classes about the value of the honey bee.

Gary is survived by his wife, Nancy, sons GJ Reynolds ( Alita) Lincoln NE, James Reynolds (Mechelle) , Concordia and daughter Julianne Yankoviz ( Kenny) , Manhattan, brother Dan Reynolds ( Barbara) , Grand Junction, CO, 13 Grandchildren and 8 Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and half-brother, Wayne Bargar.

Cremation has taken place and per his wishes there will be no service.

Memorial contributions may be given to Franklin Graham Samaritan’s Purse Beekeeping Project, which provides starter hives, training to care for the bees and harvesting honey to families in need in third world countries, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Gary Joe Reynolds, age 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 12, 2021. He was born in Fredonia, KS on May 4, 1941, the son of Orval and Gladys (Wright) Reynolds. He married Nancy Brown in Neodesha, Ks, on June 11, 1960.Gary graduated from Kansas State University with a BS in Agricultural Education, pursued his Master’s Degree at Oklahoma State University in Forage and Cereal Grain Crops and completed his higher education at Louisiana State University studying for his PhD in Honey Bee Genetics. He was employed by the USDA for 12 years ending at the Honey Bee Laboratory in Baton Rouge, LA. Wishing to be his own employer, he moved his family to Concordia, KS to start Rainbow Honey Farm, named for the many colors of his hives. Gary always said that the honey bee was both his vocation and avocation. His love of the tiny insect was his passion for 57 years.Gary was a 45 year member of Concordia Wesleyan Church having served as vice chairman of the board and youth sponsor. He was active in national, state and area beekeeping organizations.&nbsp; Gary served as President of Mid US Honey Producers, a 7 state organization, President of the Kansas Honey Producers Association, Founder and President of the North Central Kansas Beekeeping Organization, a 50+ year membership of the American Beekeeping Association, President of the Salina Farmers’ Market and Founder of the Concordia Farmers’ Market.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Along with a Kansas elementary student, Gary was instrumental in securing the honey bee as the official Kansas State Insect. He appeared before the International Trade Commission in both Washington DC and Topeka KS in support of the honey bee.For many years Gary substitute taught in the Concordia, Minneapolis, Clifton-Clyde and Pike Valley School districts. &nbsp;Known as The Honey Man, he enjoyed the students and interacting with them and provided lots of honeystix. Many classes visited Rainbow Honey Farm and Gary spoke to classes about the value of the honey bee.Gary is survived by his wife, Nancy, sons GJ Reynolds ( Alita) Lincoln NE, James Reynolds (Mechelle) , Concordia and daughter Julianne Yankoviz ( Kenny) , Manhattan, brother Dan Reynolds ( Barbara) , Grand Junction, CO, 13 Grandchildren and 8 Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and half-brother, Wayne Bargar.Cremation has taken place and per his wishes there will be no service.Memorial contributions may be given to Franklin Graham Samaritan’s Purse Beekeeping Project, which provides starter hives, training to care for the bees and harvesting honey to families in need in third world countries, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

Gary Joe Reynolds

KANSAS CITY -&nbsp;Charles W. Mann, 75, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021.

Charlie was born January 9, 1946, in Salina, KS, the son of Leroy J. and Lucille G. (Larson) Mann. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers Leroy J. Mann Jr. and Norman E. Mann. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joanie (Burgess) Mann and by sons Jeffrey W. (Lori) Mann and Shawn C. (Amy) Mann; he was also the proud grandfather of 4 grandchildren and is survived by them: Elizabeth Mann, Jarod Mann, Austin Mann and Wade Mann; and additionally, seven siblings, Larry Mann, Carolyn Gaston, Gloria Szymoniak, Marvin Mann, Linda Sue Ballard, David Mann and Diane Bethe.

Charlie worked for the Union Pacific railroad for 41 years, in which he retired in 2006 and moved to Kanas City, MO to be closer to his sons and grandchildren, as his family meant the world to him. After retirement, he enjoyed working and sharing his talents with his two sons at their business. He also had a passion for watching his grandchildrenâ€™s school and sporting events and always loved to fish, hunt, play basketball, work on building projects, work out at his farm and tinker with cars.

Charlie and Joanie were married on December 30, 1967 and shared tremendous love and devotion to each other for 53 years of marriage. Charlie will always be remembered for his ability to start a conversation with anyone and his â€œeasy goingâ€ personality in which he showed a sense of kindness towards everyone.

There will be a visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. with a rosary starting at 7 p.m. Friday, January 15th and the funeral service will be on Saturday, January 16th at 11 a.m., both at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eight Street, Salina, Kansas.

Memorials can be given to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network or the American Kidney Fund.

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KANSAS CITY -&nbsp;Charles W. Mann, 75, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021.Charlie was born January 9, 1946, in Salina, KS, the son of Leroy J. and Lucille G. (Larson) Mann. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers Leroy J. Mann Jr. and Norman E. Mann. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joanie (Burgess) Mann and by sons Jeffrey W. (Lori) Mann and Shawn C. (Amy) Mann; he was also the proud grandfather of 4 grandchildren and is survived by them: Elizabeth Mann, Jarod Mann, Austin Mann and Wade Mann; and additionally, seven siblings, Larry Mann, Carolyn Gaston, Gloria Szymoniak, Marvin Mann, Linda Sue Ballard, David Mann and Diane Bethe.Charlie worked for the Union Pacific railroad for 41 years, in which he retired in 2006 and moved to Kanas City, MO to be closer to his sons and grandchildren, as his family meant the world to him. After retirement, he enjoyed working and sharing his talents with his two sons at their business. He also had a passion for watching his grandchildrenâ€™s school and sporting events and always loved to fish, hunt, play basketball, work on building projects, work out at his farm and tinker with cars.Charlie and Joanie were married on December 30, 1967 and shared tremendous love and devotion to each other for 53 years of marriage. Charlie will always be remembered for his ability to start a conversation with anyone and his â€œeasy goingâ€ personality in which he showed a sense of kindness towards everyone.There will be a visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. with a rosary starting at 7 p.m. Friday, January 15th and the funeral service will be on Saturday, January 16th at 11 a.m., both at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eight Street, Salina, Kansas.Memorials can be given to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network or the American Kidney Fund.

Charles W. Mann

Heinz Erich Dierks, born November 9, 1938 went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2021. When Heinz was 15 years old, he came to America from Wilhelmshaven Germany. Upon arriving, Heinz found himself working on an American Farm driving an American Tractor. Heinz attended and graduated from Centre High School, attended and graduated from Brown Mackie College and attended Ohio State University. Heinz, later, joined the U.S Military to serve our country. After the service, Heinz and his beloved wife Diana started a dairy farm to raise their family.

Heinz is preceded in death by both his parents of Germany. Heinz is survived by his wife, Diana (of 59 years), one brother, three sons, one daughter and over a dozen of grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Heinz Erich Dierks will be missed but will always be loved and remembered.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Heinz Erich Dierks, born November 9, 1938 went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2021. When Heinz was 15 years old, he came to America from Wilhelmshaven Germany. Upon arriving, Heinz found himself working on an American Farm driving an American Tractor. Heinz attended and graduated from Centre High School, attended and graduated from Brown Mackie College and attended Ohio State University. Heinz, later, joined the U.S Military to serve our country. After the service, Heinz and his beloved wife Diana started a dairy farm to raise their family.Heinz is preceded in death by both his parents of Germany. Heinz is survived by his wife, Diana (of 59 years), one brother, three sons, one daughter and over a dozen of grandchildren and great grandchildren.Heinz Erich Dierks will be missed but will always be loved and remembered.Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Heinz Erich Dierks

Dale "Dusty" Simpsonpassed away Saturday, January 9, 2021. He was born November 6, 1953 to Preston and Marian Simpson (deceased.)

He is survived by wife Darla Simpson; sons Jame (Christina) Simpson and Jarod (Briana) Simpson and their families and sister Maralee Whitehead (Jim) and family of Natchez, MS.

Dale was proud to be a Papaw to grandchildren Josie, Caylie, Sadie, Wade and Reagan, and great grandchildren Lynnlie and Oliver.

Family will gather at a warmer date for a Celebration of Life at Dale's fishing spot.

Dale was a private guy but those who knew him knew he loved the Lord and he rests peacefully in His arms.

Family request memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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 </figure>Dale "Dusty" Simpsonpassed away Saturday, January 9, 2021. He was born November 6, 1953 to Preston and Marian Simpson (deceased.)He is survived by wife Darla Simpson; sons Jame (Christina) Simpson and Jarod (Briana) Simpson and their families and sister Maralee Whitehead (Jim) and family of Natchez, MS.Dale was proud to be a Papaw to grandchildren Josie, Caylie, Sadie, Wade and Reagan, and great grandchildren Lynnlie and Oliver.Family will gather at a warmer date for a Celebration of Life at Dale's fishing spot.Dale was a private guy but those who knew him knew he loved the Lord and he rests peacefully in His arms.Family request memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Dale "Dusty" Simpson

Eleanor "Carlene" Hindman, 89, Salina, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021. She was born August 9, 1931 in Salina, KS, the daughter of the late Carl and Lola Letterman. Carlene was a lifelong resident of Salina and was united in marriage on May 11, 1952 to Robert Hindman.

She was a dedicated member of Belmont Boulevard Christian Church, and employee of Salina Office Supply from 1964 through her retirement and truly loved her family very much.

Carlene was proceeded in death by her parents, her husband, her sister, Mary Mitchell, and her sister, Margaret Wilder.

She is survived by her daughter, Linda (James) Reid, Beverly, KS; her son, Gregory (Shelly) Hindman, Salina; her 5 grandchildren; Amy (Cary) Wagner, Salina, Beth (Rod) Schmidt, Grandview, MO, Jill Hindman Barber, Salina, Jeff Hindman, Salina, Jared Hindman, Sand Springs, OK; eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Memorials are suggested to Belmont Boulevard Christian Church. A private graveside service will be held for the immediate family.

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 </figure>Eleanor "Carlene" Hindman, 89, Salina, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021. She was born August 9, 1931 in Salina, KS, the daughter of the late Carl and Lola Letterman. Carlene was a lifelong resident of Salina and was united in marriage on May 11, 1952 to Robert Hindman.She was a dedicated member of Belmont Boulevard Christian Church, and employee of Salina Office Supply from 1964 through her retirement and truly loved her family very much.Carlene was proceeded in death by her parents, her husband, her sister, Mary Mitchell, and her sister, Margaret Wilder.She is survived by her daughter, Linda (James) Reid, Beverly, KS; her son, Gregory (Shelly) Hindman, Salina; her 5 grandchildren; Amy (Cary) Wagner, Salina, Beth (Rod) Schmidt, Grandview, MO, Jill Hindman Barber, Salina, Jeff Hindman, Salina, Jared Hindman, Sand Springs, OK; eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.Memorials are suggested to Belmont Boulevard Christian Church. A private graveside service will be held for the immediate family.

Eleanor "Carlene" Hindman

Kenneth L. Zech Sr., 88, of Salina, passed, away Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was born June 30, 1932 in Marshall County, KS.

He worked 27 years for Beechcraft/Raytheon Aircraft&nbsp;Industries as a sheet metal worker.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gottlieb and Myrtle (Nelms) Zech; his beloved wife, Beverly A. (Welch) Zech; sister, Maxine Hesston.

Survivors include his children, Kenneth Lee Zech II (Janet) of Salina, Chris Zech of Salina, Lisa Mencanin of Salina, Shari Shields of Abilene; 4 grandchildren; 7&nbsp;great grandchildren.

Visitation will be on Thursday, 2-4 PM with family from 4-6 PM, at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina.

Funeral services will be held Friday, 11:001 AM, January 15, 2021at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina. Burial will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to&nbsp;The First Church of God in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure>Kenneth L. Zech Sr., 88, of Salina, passed, away Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was born June 30, 1932 in Marshall County, KS.He worked 27 years for Beechcraft/Raytheon Aircraft&nbsp;Industries as a sheet metal worker.He was preceded in death by his parents, Gottlieb and Myrtle (Nelms) Zech; his beloved wife, Beverly A. (Welch) Zech; sister, Maxine Hesston.Survivors include his children, Kenneth Lee Zech II (Janet) of Salina, Chris Zech of Salina, Lisa Mencanin of Salina, Shari Shields of Abilene; 4 grandchildren; 7&nbsp;great grandchildren.Visitation will be on Thursday, 2-4 PM with family from 4-6 PM, at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina.Funeral services will be held Friday, 11:001 AM, January 15, 2021at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina. Burial will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park.Memorials may be made to&nbsp;The First Church of God in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Kenneth L. Zech Sr.

Marion - Bud Radtke, 71, passed away January 10, 2021 at Newton Medical Center. He was born September 15, 1949 in Valley City, North Dakota to Floyd and Florence (Priebe) Radtke. 

He married Chris Moody July 30, 1977 in Salina. 

Survivors include: wife, Chris Radtke of rural Marion; sons, Travis (Amy) Radtke of Marion, Trent (Robyn) Radtke of Marion; daughters, Tammy Koch of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Traci (Aaron) Helmer of Marion; sisters, Linda (Bill) Peterman of Wichita, Gloria Machett of High Springs, Florida; brother-in-law, Mark Peske of Ypsilanti, North Dakota; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. 

Predeceased by his parents and sister Karen Peske. 

Graveside service 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2021 Elmdale cemetery rural Elmdale officiated by Pastor Carl Helm. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with the family being present from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials suggested to The Bud Radtke Memorial Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Marion - Bud Radtke, 71, passed away January 10, 2021 at Newton Medical Center. He was born September 15, 1949 in Valley City, North Dakota to Floyd and Florence (Priebe) Radtke. He married Chris Moody July 30, 1977 in Salina. Survivors include: wife, Chris Radtke of rural Marion; sons, Travis (Amy) Radtke of Marion, Trent (Robyn) Radtke of Marion; daughters, Tammy Koch of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Traci (Aaron) Helmer of Marion; sisters, Linda (Bill) Peterman of Wichita, Gloria Machett of High Springs, Florida; brother-in-law, Mark Peske of Ypsilanti, North Dakota; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Predeceased by his parents and sister Karen Peske. Graveside service 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 15, 2021 Elmdale cemetery rural Elmdale officiated by Pastor Carl Helm. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with the family being present from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials suggested to The Bud Radtke Memorial Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Bud Radtke

Donald (Chip) Gennett II of Clay Center, a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away early afternoon, January 11, 2021, at the age of 74.

Chip was born in Independence, Kansas, on October 3 1946, to loving parents Donald and Jane (Nolene Rock) Gennett, the second of three children. He graduated from Clifton High School in Clifton, Kansas in 1964. He served two tours in Vietnam and retired from the United States Army in the rank of Sergeant First Class. He married Sharon Kay Reed and had two children: Brenda Dee, and Christopher Reed, Sherry and Chip later divorced.

Chip loved books, he was the world's biggest fan of Louis L 'Amour and Tom Clancy. He also enjoyed reading about history, particularly World War Il. He enjoyed playing golf, baseball and bowling. Chip was a member of the American Legion, The Eagles, and the V.F.W. He had a passion for horses and enjoyed watching college and professional football.

Chip was many things: kind, compassionate and funny. His love for his children and grandchildren and family was unparalleled. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Chip was preceded in death by his father Donald Gennett. He is survived by his mother Jane

Gennett of Clay Center, KS two children, Brenda (Tom) Pendleton of Manhatan, KS, and Christopher Gennett of Wichita, KS; 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, his two sisters Judy Branfort of Clifton, KS and Candy (Eldon) Boling of Clay Center, KS and nieces and nephews.

Respect calls will be held on Friday, January 18 from 3-7 PM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

Graveside services will be at a later date in the Morganville Cemetery, Morganville, KS

Donald (Chip) Gennett II of Clay Center, a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away early afternoon, January 11, 2021, at the age of 74.Chip was born in Independence, Kansas, on October 3 1946, to loving parents Donald and Jane (Nolene Rock) Gennett, the second of three children. He graduated from Clifton High School in Clifton, Kansas in 1964. He served two tours in Vietnam and retired from the United States Army in the rank of Sergeant First Class. He married Sharon Kay Reed and had two children: Brenda Dee, and Christopher Reed, Sherry and Chip later divorced.Chip loved books, he was the world's biggest fan of Louis L 'Amour and Tom Clancy. He also enjoyed reading about history, particularly World War Il. He enjoyed playing golf, baseball and bowling. Chip was a member of the American Legion, The Eagles, and the V.F.W. He had a passion for horses and enjoyed watching college and professional football.Chip was many things: kind, compassionate and funny. His love for his children and grandchildren and family was unparalleled. He will be missed by all who knew him.Chip was preceded in death by his father Donald Gennett. He is survived by his mother JaneGennett of Clay Center, KS two children, Brenda (Tom) Pendleton of Manhatan, KS, and Christopher Gennett of Wichita, KS; 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, his two sisters Judy Branfort of Clifton, KS and Candy (Eldon) Boling of Clay Center, KS and nieces and nephews.Respect calls will be held on Friday, January 18 from 3-7 PM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.Graveside services will be at a later date in the Morganville Cemetery, Morganville, KS

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