Kenley J. German; Deshler, Nebraska&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenley-German">Obituary for Kenley J. German | Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home (bachelor-surber.com)</a>

March 9, 1934 ~ February 18, 2021 (age 86)

Kenley Joe German, 86, the son of Kenneth Hadley German and Ellen Elizabeth (Shull) German was born March 9, 1934 in Glen Elder, Kansas and passed away on February 18, 2021 in Deshler, NE.

Kenley grew up and attended the local public schools in Glen Elder, KS and later attended Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS.

On June 6, 1954, he was united in marriage to Lela Don Fox and to this union three children were born:&nbsp; Craig, Deborah, and Randall.&nbsp;

After leaving Kansas State, Kenley worked in Concordia, KS at a creamery, making ice cream for a couple of years.&nbsp; He began his long railroad career with the Missouri Pacific Railroad.&nbsp; Shortly after, Kenly was hired as an agent/operator on the Rock Island Railroad, working in numerous station stops across Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Colorado, including Mahaska, KS, before being assigned as the last depot agent at Deshler, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; In 1977, Kenley and Lela Don moved to Colby, KS as he continued his work with the Rock Island Railroad.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; After the Rock Island shut down, he finished his career with the Union Pacific.

In 2004, Kenley and Lela Don moved to Deshler, NE to be close to their family.&nbsp;&nbsp; He continued his special love of sports, especially basketball and followed his grandkids’ games and supported the local school teams. He and Lela Don shared a passion for researching the artifacts and history of the military and stage stations of the Smokey Hills Trail.&nbsp;&nbsp; They also enjoyed discovering their family genealogy and taking care of the family farm in Agenda, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Over the years, Kenley loved adding to his many collections, especially the coins, pens and railroad memorabilia.&nbsp;

Kenley was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Lela Don German, two infant sisters, his sister, Erma Luckey, his son, Randall German, his daughter-in-law, Shelley German, and great grandson, Evan Zucker.

He is survived by one son, Craig German of Edgar, NE;&nbsp; one daughter, Deborah (David) Zucker of Deshler, NE; daughter-in-law, Cathy German of Raymore, MO;&nbsp; 7 grandchildren, Jeffery (Kristi) Zucker,&nbsp; Michael (Nicole) Zucker, Stephanie (Andrew) Frager, Levi (Beth) German, Lynda (Jonathan) O’Dell, Richard (Carter) German, and Raymond (Carolyn) German; 18 great grandchildren; two brothers,&nbsp; Richard (Millie) German of Springfield, MO and Rodney (Maureen) German of Ft. Worth, TX; along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Cremation was selected and memorial services will be held at a later date.

Inurnment will be at the Zion Cemetery, rural Belleville, KS.

Memorials are suggested to the Kenley J. German Memorial to be determined later and can be sent in care of the family or the funeral home.

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

&nbsp;Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, 1322 19th&nbsp;St.&nbsp; Belleville, KS &nbsp;is in charge of the arrangements.

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

<h2>Kenley J. German; Deshler, Nebraska&nbsp;</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenley-German">Obituary for Kenley J. German | Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home (bachelor-surber.com)</a>March 9, 1934 ~ February 18, 2021 (age 86)Kenley Joe German, 86, the son of Kenneth Hadley German and Ellen Elizabeth (Shull) German was born March 9, 1934 in Glen Elder, Kansas and passed away on February 18, 2021 in Deshler, NE.Kenley grew up and attended the local public schools in Glen Elder, KS and later attended Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS.On June 6, 1954, he was united in marriage to Lela Don Fox and to this union three children were born:&nbsp; Craig, Deborah, and Randall.&nbsp;After leaving Kansas State, Kenley worked in Concordia, KS at a creamery, making ice cream for a couple of years.&nbsp; He began his long railroad career with the Missouri Pacific Railroad.&nbsp; Shortly after, Kenly was hired as an agent/operator on the Rock Island Railroad, working in numerous station stops across Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Colorado, including Mahaska, KS, before being assigned as the last depot agent at Deshler, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; In 1977, Kenley and Lela Don moved to Colby, KS as he continued his work with the Rock Island Railroad.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; After the Rock Island shut down, he finished his career with the Union Pacific.In 2004, Kenley and Lela Don moved to Deshler, NE to be close to their family.&nbsp;&nbsp; He continued his special love of sports, especially basketball and followed his grandkids’ games and supported the local school teams. He and Lela Don shared a passion for researching the artifacts and history of the military and stage stations of the Smokey Hills Trail.&nbsp;&nbsp; They also enjoyed discovering their family genealogy and taking care of the family farm in Agenda, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Over the years, Kenley loved adding to his many collections, especially the coins, pens and railroad memorabilia.&nbsp;Kenley was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Lela Don German, two infant sisters, his sister, Erma Luckey, his son, Randall German, his daughter-in-law, Shelley German, and great grandson, Evan Zucker.He is survived by one son, Craig German of Edgar, NE;&nbsp; one daughter, Deborah (David) Zucker of Deshler, NE; daughter-in-law, Cathy German of Raymore, MO;&nbsp; 7 grandchildren, Jeffery (Kristi) Zucker,&nbsp; Michael (Nicole) Zucker, Stephanie (Andrew) Frager, Levi (Beth) German, Lynda (Jonathan) O’Dell, Richard (Carter) German, and Raymond (Carolyn) German; 18 great grandchildren; two brothers,&nbsp; Richard (Millie) German of Springfield, MO and Rodney (Maureen) German of Ft. Worth, TX; along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.Cremation was selected and memorial services will be held at a later date.Inurnment will be at the Zion Cemetery, rural Belleville, KS.Memorials are suggested to the Kenley J. German Memorial to be determined later and can be sent in care of the family or the funeral home.Online condolences and information at www.bachelor-surber.com&nbsp;Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, 1322 19th&nbsp;St.&nbsp; Belleville, KS &nbsp;is in charge of the arrangements.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Kenley J. German, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenley-German/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Kenley J. German

<a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Marylou-Phillips">Obituary for Marylou (Skinner) Phillips | Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes (ymzfh.com)</a>

April 8, 1942 ~ February 21, 2021 (age 78)

Mary Lou Skinner’s life began on April 8, 1942 to Garry Leroy and Virgie Lemoine (Maltbie) Skinner. Mary Lou was the third of four children and the first daughter. She attended schools in Peabody, Cedar Point, and Florence, graduating from Florence High School in 1960.&nbsp; She married Elmer Eugene Schaffer on August 18, 1960 and they spent the first years of their marriage moving about the United States following Gene’s power line construction work. They eventually settled in Florence, Kansas and had four children. Mary Lou worked for many years at Town and Country Café, Sunflower Rock Quarry and Florence Rock. Even later, she was an avid antique shopper and dealer, with a booth at T.C’s What Not Shop in Marion. She married Marvin Phillips in October 2005 and moved to Marion, Kansas. She attended the Florence Christian Church for most of her life and then attended the Marion Christian Church in later years. She was a volunteer at St. Luke’s Auxiliary Thrift Shop in Marion and enjoyed traveling with groups.

Her loving family includes her son, Thomas Schaffer (Lorie) of Brighton, Missouri; daughters, Linda Pyle (Tom) of Towanda, Kansas, Kimberly Kellum (Le Roy) of Burlison, Tennessee, and Vickie Fine (Rich) of Marion, Kansas; sister, Margene Dornbush of Marion, Kansas; a brother, John Skinner of Marion, Kansas; fourteen grandchildren, Derrick Schaffer, Samantha Falk, Alex Pyle, Alexa Pyle, Austin Pyle, Adam Pyle, Chelsea Bennett, Corbin Kellum, Joe Fine, Zan Fine, Matt Fine and Heather Fine; 12 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Garry LeRoy Skinner; mother, Virgie Rogers; step-father, Walter Rogers; older brothers, Dean and Max Skinner; husbands, Elmer Schaffer and Marvin Phillips; and great-grandson, Brennan Fine. Mary Lou passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021 at the age of 78 years old.

You may pay your respects on Wednesday, February 24 from 10-11:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Marion. A celebration of life will follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Marion Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions in Mary Lou’s name may be directed to “Aubree Calvert Fund” (her blind granddaughter) to help defray equipment and educational items and to help purchase a seeing eye dog and continue her education. Contributions may be made to the Yazel – Megli Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Mary Lou at&nbsp;www.ymzfh.com

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Marylou-Phillips">Obituary for Marylou (Skinner) Phillips | Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes (ymzfh.com)</a>April 8, 1942 ~ February 21, 2021 (age 78)Mary Lou Skinner’s life began on April 8, 1942 to Garry Leroy and Virgie Lemoine (Maltbie) Skinner. Mary Lou was the third of four children and the first daughter. She attended schools in Peabody, Cedar Point, and Florence, graduating from Florence High School in 1960.&nbsp; She married Elmer Eugene Schaffer on August 18, 1960 and they spent the first years of their marriage moving about the United States following Gene’s power line construction work. They eventually settled in Florence, Kansas and had four children. Mary Lou worked for many years at Town and Country Café, Sunflower Rock Quarry and Florence Rock. Even later, she was an avid antique shopper and dealer, with a booth at T.C’s What Not Shop in Marion. She married Marvin Phillips in October 2005 and moved to Marion, Kansas. She attended the Florence Christian Church for most of her life and then attended the Marion Christian Church in later years. She was a volunteer at St. Luke’s Auxiliary Thrift Shop in Marion and enjoyed traveling with groups.Her loving family includes her son, Thomas Schaffer (Lorie) of Brighton, Missouri; daughters, Linda Pyle (Tom) of Towanda, Kansas, Kimberly Kellum (Le Roy) of Burlison, Tennessee, and Vickie Fine (Rich) of Marion, Kansas; sister, Margene Dornbush of Marion, Kansas; a brother, John Skinner of Marion, Kansas; fourteen grandchildren, Derrick Schaffer, Samantha Falk, Alex Pyle, Alexa Pyle, Austin Pyle, Adam Pyle, Chelsea Bennett, Corbin Kellum, Joe Fine, Zan Fine, Matt Fine and Heather Fine; 12 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her father, Garry LeRoy Skinner; mother, Virgie Rogers; step-father, Walter Rogers; older brothers, Dean and Max Skinner; husbands, Elmer Schaffer and Marvin Phillips; and great-grandson, Brennan Fine. Mary Lou passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021 at the age of 78 years old.You may pay your respects on Wednesday, February 24 from 10-11:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Marion. A celebration of life will follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Marion Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorial contributions in Mary Lou’s name may be directed to “Aubree Calvert Fund” (her blind granddaughter) to help defray equipment and educational items and to help purchase a seeing eye dog and continue her education. Contributions may be made to the Yazel – Megli Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Mary Lou at&nbsp;www.ymzfh.comTo send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Marylou (Skinner) Phillips, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Marylou-Phillips/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Marylou (Skinner) Phillips

<a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/ronald-ronnie-dorman">Obituary | Ronald "Ronnie" D. Dorman of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home</a>

Ronald “Ronnie” D. Dorman, age 81, entered into rest on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at the Cloud County Health Center, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born November 14, 1939 in Haddam, Kansas to James R. and Elsie (Cornwell) Dorman.

Ronnie was a 1958 graduate of Haddam High School.

On December 17, 1958 he married Janet A. Lowell in Fort Dodge, Iowa.&nbsp; To this Union 4 children were born Tamra, Karmin, Brian and Shelly.

Ronnie was a lifetime farmer in the Cloud County Community.&nbsp; He worked in his younger years at the United States Gypsum company in Fort Dodge, Iowa.&nbsp; Ronnie was a member of the American Legion Post #76, Past member of Moose Lodge, Saddle Club all of Concordia.&nbsp;

He enjoyed playing cards (4 pt. pitch), farming and most of all he loved spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Janet, of the home, 3 children, Tamra Lehman (Maurice), Crowley, Tx; Karmin Brendel (Tom), Rolla, MO; Brian Dorman (Michelle), Concordia, KS; 3 brothers, Jim Dorman (Jan) Canadian, TX; Glen Dorman, Dayton, IA; Jack Dorman (Ardy), Harcout, IA; 2 sisters, Marilyn Dunn (Jack), Phillipsburg, KS; Betty Herron (Mike), Gowrie, IA; 7 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Elsie, daughter, Shelly Dorman, 2 brothers, Sam and Loren Dorman, sister, Illa Fern Fielder.

A visitation will be held on Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 from 1-8 pm with family receiving friends from 6-8 pm at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later time.

Memorial Contributions may be given to Cloud County 4-H Club or the American Legion Post #76 c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.

For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.co</a>m.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Ronald "Ronnie" D. Dorman, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/ronald-ronnie-dorman/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/ronald-ronnie-dorman">Obituary | Ronald "Ronnie" D. Dorman of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home</a>November 14, 1939 - February 20, 2021Ronald “Ronnie” D. Dorman, age 81, entered into rest on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at the Cloud County Health Center, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born November 14, 1939 in Haddam, Kansas to James R. and Elsie (Cornwell) Dorman.Ronnie was a 1958 graduate of Haddam High School.On December 17, 1958 he married Janet A. Lowell in Fort Dodge, Iowa.&nbsp; To this Union 4 children were born Tamra, Karmin, Brian and Shelly.Ronnie was a lifetime farmer in the Cloud County Community.&nbsp; He worked in his younger years at the United States Gypsum company in Fort Dodge, Iowa.&nbsp; Ronnie was a member of the American Legion Post #76, Past member of Moose Lodge, Saddle Club all of Concordia.&nbsp;He enjoyed playing cards (4 pt. pitch), farming and most of all he loved spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He is survived by his wife Janet, of the home, 3 children, Tamra Lehman (Maurice), Crowley, Tx; Karmin Brendel (Tom), Rolla, MO; Brian Dorman (Michelle), Concordia, KS; 3 brothers, Jim Dorman (Jan) Canadian, TX; Glen Dorman, Dayton, IA; Jack Dorman (Ardy), Harcout, IA; 2 sisters, Marilyn Dunn (Jack), Phillipsburg, KS; Betty Herron (Mike), Gowrie, IA; 7 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Elsie, daughter, Shelly Dorman, 2 brothers, Sam and Loren Dorman, sister, Illa Fern Fielder.A visitation will be held on Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 from 1-8 pm with family receiving friends from 6-8 pm at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later time.Memorial Contributions may be given to Cloud County 4-H Club or the American Legion Post #76 c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.co</a>m.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Ronald "Ronnie" D. Dorman, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/ronald-ronnie-dorman/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Ronald “Ronnie” D. Dorman

<a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/helen-warnica/4537624/index.php?_ga=2.235205065.933155366.1613925613-1202697284.1612194326">Helen Warnica Obituary - Abilene, KS | Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home</a>

September 5, 1928 - Sunday, February 21, 2021

<h2>Helen Warnica</h2><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/helen-warnica/4537624/index.php?_ga=2.235205065.933155366.1613925613-1202697284.1612194326">Helen Warnica Obituary - Abilene, KS | Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home</a>September 5, 1928 - Sunday, February 21, 2021Obituary and service details pending.

Helen Warnica

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

SALINA - Adrian M. Nava, 32, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021. He was born March 24, 1988, in Amarillo, Texas.

Adrian attended Palo Duro High School in Amarillo. He enjoyed video games, family and friends.

He is preceded in death by: his father-in-law, James O’Rorke; Aunt Suzi; and Grandpa Nava.

Survivors include: his wife, Rebecca; daughter, Autumn Hair; father, Mario Nava (Norma); mother, Percy Ceballos; brother, Fabian Nava (Rebecca); sisters, Sara Sandoval and Guiselle Nava; grandmas, nieces, nephew, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Memorial service in Salina at a later date. Celebration of life in Amarillo, Texas, on March 20, 2021.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Autumn Hair Education Fund, 402 Rahm St,, Salina, Kan., 67401.

<h2>Adrian M. Nava</h2><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Adrian-Nava">Obituary for Adrian M. Nava | Ryan Mortuary</a>March 24, 1988 - February 15, 2021SALINA - Adrian M. Nava, 32, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021. He was born March 24, 1988, in Amarillo, Texas.Adrian attended Palo Duro High School in Amarillo. He enjoyed video games, family and friends.He is preceded in death by: his father-in-law, James O’Rorke; Aunt Suzi; and Grandpa Nava.Survivors include: his wife, Rebecca; daughter, Autumn Hair; father, Mario Nava (Norma); mother, Percy Ceballos; brother, Fabian Nava (Rebecca); sisters, Sara Sandoval and Guiselle Nava; grandmas, nieces, nephew, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.Memorial service in Salina at a later date. Celebration of life in Amarillo, Texas, on March 20, 2021.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Autumn Hair Education Fund, 402 Rahm St,, Salina, Kan., 67401.

Adrian M. Nava

<a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/delmar-yarrow">Obituary | Delmar Yarrow | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>

Delmar Yarrow, 97, died February 20, 2021 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on December 3, 1923 in Clay Center, the son of Frederick and Margaret (McClurkin) Yarrow.&nbsp; 

Delmar was raised in Clay County.&nbsp; He served in the US Army during WWII seeing action in the Philippines.&nbsp; Following the war, Delmar returned to Clay center, met, and married Marlee Affolter on October 10, 1948.&nbsp; They farmed in Clay County and Delmar milked Holsteins from 1951 to 1971.&nbsp; Marlee preceded him in death on March 17, 2003.&nbsp; Delmar married Sharon (Wallis) Klassen on November 1, 2008.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Gideons International, USD 379 School Board and the Clay Center American Legion.&nbsp; Delmar help build over 50 churches on mission trips to Central America.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents and a great-grandson, Luke Yarrow.

Daughter: Lennis Harrison of St. Louis, MO

Son: Lee and wife Karen Yarrow of Morganville, KS

Step-Daughter: Phyllis and husband Eldon Koerber of Aurora, KS

Step-daughter: Tonia Hedman-Edwards of Clay Center, KS

5 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren, 5 Step-Grandchildren &amp; 3 Step- Great-Grandchildren

Funeral Services: Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 10:30AM at the First Baptist Church in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live&nbsp;</a>

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: Monday, February 22, 2021 from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; DelMarLee Partners in Christ, Meadowlark Hospice, Stormont Vail Neonatal ICU c/o the funeral home

<h2>Delmar Yarrow; Clay Center</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/delmar-yarrow">Obituary | Delmar Yarrow | Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home (nsrfh.com)</a>December 3, 1923 - February 20, 2021Delmar Yarrow, 97, died February 20, 2021 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on December 3, 1923 in Clay Center, the son of Frederick and Margaret (McClurkin) Yarrow.&nbsp; Delmar was raised in Clay County.&nbsp; He served in the US Army during WWII seeing action in the Philippines.&nbsp; Following the war, Delmar returned to Clay center, met, and married Marlee Affolter on October 10, 1948.&nbsp; They farmed in Clay County and Delmar milked Holsteins from 1951 to 1971.&nbsp; Marlee preceded him in death on March 17, 2003.&nbsp; Delmar married Sharon (Wallis) Klassen on November 1, 2008.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Gideons International, USD 379 School Board and the Clay Center American Legion.&nbsp; Delmar help build over 50 churches on mission trips to Central America.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents and a great-grandson, Luke Yarrow.Survivors:Wife: Sharon Yarrow of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Lennis Harrison of St. Louis, MOSon: Lee and wife Karen Yarrow of Morganville, KSStep-Daughter: Phyllis and husband Eldon Koerber of Aurora, KSStep-daughter: Tonia Hedman-Edwards of Clay Center, KSSister: Ruth Todd of Manhattan, KS5 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren, 5 Step-Grandchildren &amp; 3 Step- Great-GrandchildrenFuneral Services: Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 10:30AM at the First Baptist Church in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live&nbsp;</a>Minister: Rev. Matthew ColemanBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: Monday, February 22, 2021 from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; DelMarLee Partners in Christ, Meadowlark Hospice, Stormont Vail Neonatal ICU c/o the funeral home

Delmar Yarrow

<a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/carlene-taylor/4537142/index.php?_ga=2.176987629.933155366.1613925613-1202697284.1612194326">Carlene Taylor Obituary - Abilene, KS | Danner Funeral Home (martinbeckercarlson.com)</a>

Carlene Rae Taylor, 77, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Village Manor in Abilene. She was born August 20, 1943 in Clay Center, the daughter of Vivian Gebhardt and Wilma Jean Gates. Carlene worked as an antique dealer in the Abilene area. 

Carlene is survived by her daughter, Kristine Kiser of Abilene. Grandson, Aaron Barrett of Lawrence, Kansas, daughter-in-law, Valorie Kiser of Medford, Oklahoma, step-grandsons, Dexter, Dustin and Clay of Medford, Oklahoma and brother-in-law, David Brubaker of Hutchinson, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Taylor, son, Ken Kiser, parents and sisters, Jolene Householder and Goldie Ann Brubaker. 

The family has chosen cremation. No services are planned at this time. A private family burial will take place at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene Animal Hospital to go towards adoption programs.

Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

<h2>Carlene Rae Taylor</h2><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/carlene-taylor/4537142/index.php?_ga=2.176987629.933155366.1613925613-1202697284.1612194326">Carlene Taylor Obituary - Abilene, KS | Danner Funeral Home (martinbeckercarlson.com)</a>August 20, 1943 - February 18, 2021Carlene Rae Taylor, 77, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Village Manor in Abilene. She was born August 20, 1943 in Clay Center, the daughter of Vivian Gebhardt and Wilma Jean Gates. Carlene worked as an antique dealer in the Abilene area. Carlene is survived by her daughter, Kristine Kiser of Abilene. Grandson, Aaron Barrett of Lawrence, Kansas, daughter-in-law, Valorie Kiser of Medford, Oklahoma, step-grandsons, Dexter, Dustin and Clay of Medford, Oklahoma and brother-in-law, David Brubaker of Hutchinson, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Taylor, son, Ken Kiser, parents and sisters, Jolene Householder and Goldie Ann Brubaker. The family has chosen cremation. No services are planned at this time. A private family burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene Animal Hospital to go towards adoption programs.Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Carlene Rae Taylor

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

November 27, 1939 - February 14, 2021 (age 81)

Papillion, NE -&nbsp;Anita Kay Scott, daughter of Carl E. Broils and Neoma (Naomi) Kibble-Broils, was born on November 27, 1939 and transitioned on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the Papillion Manor (Papillion, Nebraska) surrounded by her family.

She was born in Council Grove, Kansas and lived in Russell, Kansas with her parents until they moved to Salina, Kansas in March of 1942. She attended Salina Public Schools and was a student at the Marymount College in Salina, Kansas. Affectionately known by and called Neda Kay, she loved music and to sing. She was wed on December 27, 1958 to Alexander E. Scott. They had no children.

Neda Kay was a life-long member of the Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Salina, Kansas. Her profound sense of love for God and the Church was clearly manifested in the way she committed her life in Christian service. She served tirelessly, in many Official capacities, until she was physically unable to. Over the years she assisted the Pastors, was the Church Secretary, Treasurer, Women’s Missionary Society President, and Choir Director. She represented Allen Chapel through a multitudes of Annual Conferences and varying other connectional ministries as the Delegate for Allen Chapel. While residing at the Papillion Manor she continued to attend Chapel Services and to share her love of singing.

She was proceeded in death by her parents and husband. She leaves to mourn her two sisters; Arlene Broils-Glenn (George) of Topeka, Kansas; Irma Broils-Martin (Johnnie) of Papillion, Nebraska; her Sister-in-law Ethel Scott of Spring Grove, VA.; Brother-in-law Carroll Scott of Spring Grove, VA; two nieces, four great nieces, two great-great nieces, four nephews, six great nephews; six great-great nephews; and a host of family and friends.

There will be a private service held on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 with burial to follow in the Greenwood Cemetery, Council Grove, KS. Friends may call at the Ryan Mortuary from 4 until 8 pm Monday evening where the family will receive callers from 5 until 7 pm that evening.

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

<h2>Anita Kay Scott</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anita-Scott">Obituary for Anita Kay Scott | Ryan Mortuary</a>November 27, 1939 - February 14, 2021 (age 81)Papillion, NE -&nbsp;Anita Kay Scott, daughter of Carl E. Broils and Neoma (Naomi) Kibble-Broils, was born on November 27, 1939 and transitioned on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the Papillion Manor (Papillion, Nebraska) surrounded by her family.She was born in Council Grove, Kansas and lived in Russell, Kansas with her parents until they moved to Salina, Kansas in March of 1942. She attended Salina Public Schools and was a student at the Marymount College in Salina, Kansas. Affectionately known by and called Neda Kay, she loved music and to sing. She was wed on December 27, 1958 to Alexander E. Scott. They had no children.Neda Kay was a life-long member of the Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Salina, Kansas. Her profound sense of love for God and the Church was clearly manifested in the way she committed her life in Christian service. She served tirelessly, in many Official capacities, until she was physically unable to. Over the years she assisted the Pastors, was the Church Secretary, Treasurer, Women’s Missionary Society President, and Choir Director. She represented Allen Chapel through a multitudes of Annual Conferences and varying other connectional ministries as the Delegate for Allen Chapel. While residing at the Papillion Manor she continued to attend Chapel Services and to share her love of singing.She was proceeded in death by her parents and husband. She leaves to mourn her two sisters; Arlene Broils-Glenn (George) of Topeka, Kansas; Irma Broils-Martin (Johnnie) of Papillion, Nebraska; her Sister-in-law Ethel Scott of Spring Grove, VA.; Brother-in-law Carroll Scott of Spring Grove, VA; two nieces, four great nieces, two great-great nieces, four nephews, six great nephews; six great-great nephews; and a host of family and friends.There will be a private service held on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 with burial to follow in the Greenwood Cemetery, Council Grove, KS. Friends may call at the Ryan Mortuary from 4 until 8 pm Monday evening where the family will receive callers from 5 until 7 pm that evening.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Anita Kay Scott, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anita-Scott/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Anita Kay Scott

<a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/corliss-j-ballou">Obituary | Corliss J. Ballou of Delphos, Kansas | Wilson Family Funeral Home</a>

July 2, 1927 - February 14, 2021 Corliss J. Ballou, 93, Delphos, died Sunday, February 14, 2021 in Minneapolis.&nbsp; He was born July 2, 1927 in Delphos to Louis and Essie (Bourne) Ballou.

After high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in WWII.&nbsp; He and Rosanne Walters were married August 12, 1962 in Junction City.&nbsp; He earned a master’s degree from Kansas State University and he taught Industrial Engineering there for 6.5 years.&nbsp; Corliss also taught for a short time and the Beloit Vo Tech.&nbsp; He was a lifelong farmer and was a member of the Delphos Lions Club.

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

Survivors are his wife, Rosanne; son, Craig; and daughter, Cynthia (Terry) Beall.

Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the Delphos Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation without the family present will be Monday, February 22 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.&nbsp; The family kindly requests no flowers and suggest memorials to the Delphos Lions Club or Delphos Museum and may be left in care of the funeral home.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Corliss J. Ballou, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/corliss-j-ballou/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Corliss J. Ballou; Delphos</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/corliss-j-ballou">Obituary | Corliss J. Ballou of Delphos, Kansas | Wilson Family Funeral Home</a>July 2, 1927 - February 14, 2021 Corliss J. Ballou, 93, Delphos, died Sunday, February 14, 2021 in Minneapolis.&nbsp; He was born July 2, 1927 in Delphos to Louis and Essie (Bourne) Ballou.After high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in WWII.&nbsp; He and Rosanne Walters were married August 12, 1962 in Junction City.&nbsp; He earned a master’s degree from Kansas State University and he taught Industrial Engineering there for 6.5 years.&nbsp; Corliss also taught for a short time and the Beloit Vo Tech.&nbsp; He was a lifelong farmer and was a member of the Delphos Lions Club.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Richard.Survivors are his wife, Rosanne; son, Craig; and daughter, Cynthia (Terry) Beall.Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the Delphos Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation without the family present will be Monday, February 22 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.&nbsp; The family kindly requests no flowers and suggest memorials to the Delphos Lions Club or Delphos Museum and may be left in care of the funeral home.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Corliss J. Ballou, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/corliss-j-ballou/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Corliss J. Ballou

<a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/obituaries/Ruth-Mettlen/#!/Obituary">Ruth L. Mettlen Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (gliddenedigerfuneral.com</a>

Ruth L. Mettlen, 102, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 4 a.m., Saturday, February 13, 2021, peacefully, at MTM Boarding Care Home of McPherson. Ruth L. Mettlen, daughter of Levi Raymond and Ruth Esther (Corsaut) Sprinkle, was born August 18, 1918 in Salina, Kansas. Ruth attended school in Hutchinson and graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1936. She graduated from Hutchinson (Community) Junior College in 1938. On Christmas Day, December 25, 1938, she married Richard L. Mettlen, her high school sweetheart. They were married 76 years. Ruth was a member of the First United Methodist Church, member and past president of Chapter EU, P.E.O., member of Eastern Star, member of McPherson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, and member of American Legion Auxiliary. She served as a director on the Home State Bank &amp; Trust Board for 12 years. Ruth was the creator and designer of gorgeous floral arrangements, which she signed by attaching a “Ruth Original” tag to each unique piece. Ruth was very competitive and she played golf for 45 years, participating in tournaments and Ladies’ Golf Association activities. She scored three holes-in-one during her golfing career. Ruth was preceded in death by her loving husband, her parents, and siblings Helen Fuller, Charles Sprinkle, and Carolyn Gordon. Surviving family members include her daughters Rae Ann and her husband Dave Leach, of Sisters, Oregon, and Margo Yates, of Marion, Kansas; grandchildren, Molly Leach, of Salida, Colorado, Bart Leach and his wife Tara, of Boise, Idaho, and Michael Yates and his wife Elaine, of McPherson; great-grandchildren Hailey, Abby, and David Leach, and Adrian Yates; sister Ramona Rose, of St. Charles, Illinois; and caregivers Marla and Mike Tolbert, Helen Allison, and Judy Unruh, all of McPherson. A private graveside services will be held at Fairlawn Burial Park Cemetery, in Hutchinson, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ruth’s name may be made to McPherson Memorial Hospital, and may be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Kansas 67460.

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

<h2>Ruth L. Mettlen, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/obituaries/Ruth-Mettlen/#!/Obituary">Ruth L. Mettlen Obituary - Visitation &amp; Funeral Information (gliddenedigerfuneral.com</a>August 18, 1918 - February 13, 2021Ruth L. Mettlen, 102, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 4 a.m., Saturday, February 13, 2021, peacefully, at MTM Boarding Care Home of McPherson. Ruth L. Mettlen, daughter of Levi Raymond and Ruth Esther (Corsaut) Sprinkle, was born August 18, 1918 in Salina, Kansas. Ruth attended school in Hutchinson and graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1936. She graduated from Hutchinson (Community) Junior College in 1938. On Christmas Day, December 25, 1938, she married Richard L. Mettlen, her high school sweetheart. They were married 76 years. Ruth was a member of the First United Methodist Church, member and past president of Chapter EU, P.E.O., member of Eastern Star, member of McPherson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, and member of American Legion Auxiliary. She served as a director on the Home State Bank &amp; Trust Board for 12 years. Ruth was the creator and designer of gorgeous floral arrangements, which she signed by attaching a “Ruth Original” tag to each unique piece. Ruth was very competitive and she played golf for 45 years, participating in tournaments and Ladies’ Golf Association activities. She scored three holes-in-one during her golfing career. Ruth was preceded in death by her loving husband, her parents, and siblings Helen Fuller, Charles Sprinkle, and Carolyn Gordon. Surviving family members include her daughters Rae Ann and her husband Dave Leach, of Sisters, Oregon, and Margo Yates, of Marion, Kansas; grandchildren, Molly Leach, of Salida, Colorado, Bart Leach and his wife Tara, of Boise, Idaho, and Michael Yates and his wife Elaine, of McPherson; great-grandchildren Hailey, Abby, and David Leach, and Adrian Yates; sister Ramona Rose, of St. Charles, Illinois; and caregivers Marla and Mike Tolbert, Helen Allison, and Judy Unruh, all of McPherson. A private graveside services will be held at Fairlawn Burial Park Cemetery, in Hutchinson, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ruth’s name may be made to McPherson Memorial Hospital, and may be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Kansas 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ruth L. Mettlen please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gliddenedigerfuneral.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

Ruth L. Mettlen

<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Gilbert-Smischny">Obituary for Gilbert J. Smischny | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a>

<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Gilbert-Smischny"></a>June 30, 1955 - February 13, 2021

ELLSWORTH - Gilbert J. Smischny, 65, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 in Ellsworth. He was born June 30, 1955 in Ellsworth, KS to Gilbert G. and Elizabeth (Schultz) Smischny.

Gilbert retired from the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Ellsworth American Legion Post 174. He was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Ellsworth. Gilbert was one of the first welders in the Ellsworth High School FFA and continued that passion as a welder in the Navy. He loved being on the farm in Ellsworth County, was proud of his Navy service, and was a proud Democrat who loved political discussion.

Gilbert is survived by his daughter, Sarah Crampton of Seattle, WA. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 27, 2021 at the First Presbyterian Church, Ellsworth with inurnment following in Ellsworth Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to First Presbyterian Church or Ellsworth American Legion Post 174, 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 Gilbert J. Smischny, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Gilbert-Smischny/sympathy">floral store.</a>

<h2>Gilbert J. Smischny; Ellsworth </h2><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Gilbert-Smischny">Obituary for Gilbert J. Smischny | Parson Funeral Home (parsonsfh.com)</a><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Gilbert-Smischny"></a>June 30, 1955 - February 13, 2021ELLSWORTH - Gilbert J. Smischny, 65, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 in Ellsworth. He was born June 30, 1955 in Ellsworth, KS to Gilbert G. and Elizabeth (Schultz) Smischny.Gilbert retired from the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Ellsworth American Legion Post 174. He was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Ellsworth. Gilbert was one of the first welders in the Ellsworth High School FFA and continued that passion as a welder in the Navy. He loved being on the farm in Ellsworth County, was proud of his Navy service, and was a proud Democrat who loved political discussion.Gilbert is survived by his daughter, Sarah Crampton of Seattle, WA. He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 27, 2021 at the First Presbyterian Church, Ellsworth with inurnment following in Ellsworth Cemetery.Memorial contributions can be made to First Presbyterian Church or Ellsworth American Legion Post 174, 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 Gilbert J. Smischny, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Gilbert-Smischny/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Gilbert J. Smischny

<a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Marvin-Obermeyer">Obituary for Marvin C. Obermeyer | Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes (ymzfh.com)</a>

December 22, 1940 ~ February 19, 2021 (age 80)

VISITATION WITH THE FAMILY Friday February 26, 2021 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM Yazel-Megli Funeral Home - Herington Chapel 404 S Broadway Herington, KS 67449&nbsp;&nbsp;

FUNERAL SERVICE Saturday February 27, 2021 11:00 PM St. Paul Lutheran Church 114 N 8th St Herington, KS 67449&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice c/o Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington KS 67449 Tel:&nbsp;1-785-258-2244

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital c/o Zeiner Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington KS 67449

<h2>Marvin C. Obermeyer; Herington</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Marvin-Obermeyer">Obituary for Marvin C. Obermeyer | Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes (ymzfh.com)</a>December 22, 1940 ~ February 19, 2021 (age 80)Obituary coming soon.VISITATION WITH THE FAMILY Friday February 26, 2021 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM Yazel-Megli Funeral Home - Herington Chapel 404 S Broadway Herington, KS 67449&nbsp;&nbsp;FUNERAL SERVICE Saturday February 27, 2021 11:00 PM St. Paul Lutheran Church 114 N 8th St Herington, KS 67449&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Donations</h2>Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice c/o Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington KS 67449 Tel:&nbsp;1-785-258-2244 St. Jude Children's Research Hospital c/o Zeiner Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington KS 67449

Marvin C. Obermeyer

<a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Brandon-McCoy">Obituary for Brandon Scott McCoy | Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes (ymzfh.com)</a>

July 21, 1987 ~ February 17, 2021 (age 33)

Brandon’s life began on July 21, 1987, the son of Scott Alan and Katherine Ann (Egger) McCoy in El Dorado, Kansas. He graduated from Mineola, Texas High School, Class of 2005. He attended the University of Texas in Tyler, Texas. He worked in commercial refrigeration for Kroger’s in Texas. Recently he moved to Whitewater to be near family. He attended the Federated Church in Whitewater. He enjoyed driving around the countryside seeing all of the wide-open spaces in Kansas. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and target practice.

His loving family includes his parents, Scott and Katherine McCoy of Whitewater; sister and her husband, Amber and Kris Quintana of Mineola, Texas; paternal grandmother, Virginia McCoy of Whitewater; maternal grandfather, Ernie Egger of Garnett, Kansas; maternal grandmother, Frances Lee Egger of Augusta, Kansas; seven nieces and nephews, Aspen, Bella, Shelby, Maddy, Abel, Jericho and River. And his beloved chihuahua Boo, who he was never without.

Brandon was a beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew and cousin. He passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the age of 33 years old. He was preceded in death by his sister, Heather McCoy in 2007 and his paternal grandfather, Robert “Bob” McCoy.

The family will gather with friends on Sunday, February 21, from 2-3:30 p.m. at Federated Church, 207 E. Central,&nbsp;Whitewater. Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154. Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Brandon at ymzfh.com

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

<h2>Brandon Scott McCoy; Whitewater</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Brandon-McCoy">Obituary for Brandon Scott McCoy | Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes (ymzfh.com)</a>July 21, 1987 ~ February 17, 2021 (age 33)Brandon’s life began on July 21, 1987, the son of Scott Alan and Katherine Ann (Egger) McCoy in El Dorado, Kansas. He graduated from Mineola, Texas High School, Class of 2005. He attended the University of Texas in Tyler, Texas. He worked in commercial refrigeration for Kroger’s in Texas. Recently he moved to Whitewater to be near family. He attended the Federated Church in Whitewater. He enjoyed driving around the countryside seeing all of the wide-open spaces in Kansas. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and target practice.His loving family includes his parents, Scott and Katherine McCoy of Whitewater; sister and her husband, Amber and Kris Quintana of Mineola, Texas; paternal grandmother, Virginia McCoy of Whitewater; maternal grandfather, Ernie Egger of Garnett, Kansas; maternal grandmother, Frances Lee Egger of Augusta, Kansas; seven nieces and nephews, Aspen, Bella, Shelby, Maddy, Abel, Jericho and River. And his beloved chihuahua Boo, who he was never without.Brandon was a beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew and cousin. He passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the age of 33 years old. He was preceded in death by his sister, Heather McCoy in 2007 and his paternal grandfather, Robert “Bob” McCoy.The family will gather with friends on Sunday, February 21, from 2-3:30 p.m. at Federated Church, 207 E. Central,&nbsp;Whitewater. Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154. Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Brandon at ymzfh.comTo send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Brandon Scott McCoy, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ymzfh.com/obituary/Brandon-McCoy/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Brandon Scott McCoy

<a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/james-jim-labarge">Obituary | James "Jim" R. LaBarge of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home</a>

James R. LaBarge, age 86, entered into rest on Friday, February 19th, 2021 at Mount Joseph Senior Village.&nbsp; He was born January 10, 1935 in Clyde, Kansas to Homer and Aldea (Hamel) LaBarge.

Jim was a 1952 graduate of Notre Dame Catholic High School in Concordia.

On August 6, 1956, he married Marlys Jean Brunell at the St. Peter Catholic Church in Aurora, Kansas.&nbsp; Jim and Marlys recently celebrated 64 years of marriage this past August.

Jim was a lifetime Farmer, Rancher, and Truck Driver.

He enjoyed water skiing, snow skiing, and visiting with people, he never met a stranger.

Jim was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Moose Club, and Elks Club all of Concordia, and past member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Aurora.

Jim is survived by his wife, Marlys, Concordia, KS ,2 sons, Mark LaBarge (Anita), Aurora, KS; Galen LaBarge (Mary),Concordia, KS; 2 Daughters, Janet Chaplin (Glen), Manhattan, KS; Jeanie Montana, Peoria, AZ; Brother Patrick LaBarge, Aurora, KS; 9 Grandchildren, Michelle, Nathan, Sarah, Whitney, Ryan, Megan, Christian, Nick, and Lauren, 9 Great-Grandchildren, and one on the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Aldea, Daughter, Julie Funk, Sisters, Mary R. Marcotte and Maxine C. Gray, and Brother, Ronal LaBarge.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 22, 2021 from 1-8 PM at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, Kansas. A Knights of Columbus Rosary will be prayed on Monday, February 22, 2021 at 6:00 PM at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet friends after the Rosary Service.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Aurora, Kansas with Fr. David Metz officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Peter Catholic Cemetery, Aurora, Kansas.

Memorial Contributions may be given to Meadowlark Hospice c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.

For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

James R. LaBarge<figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/james-jim-labarge">Obituary | James "Jim" R. LaBarge of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home</a>January 10, 1935 - February 19, 2021James R. LaBarge, age 86, entered into rest on Friday, February 19th, 2021 at Mount Joseph Senior Village.&nbsp; He was born January 10, 1935 in Clyde, Kansas to Homer and Aldea (Hamel) LaBarge.Jim was a 1952 graduate of Notre Dame Catholic High School in Concordia.On August 6, 1956, he married Marlys Jean Brunell at the St. Peter Catholic Church in Aurora, Kansas.&nbsp; Jim and Marlys recently celebrated 64 years of marriage this past August.Jim was a lifetime Farmer, Rancher, and Truck Driver.He enjoyed water skiing, snow skiing, and visiting with people, he never met a stranger.Jim was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Moose Club, and Elks Club all of Concordia, and past member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Aurora.Jim is survived by his wife, Marlys, Concordia, KS ,2 sons, Mark LaBarge (Anita), Aurora, KS; Galen LaBarge (Mary),Concordia, KS; 2 Daughters, Janet Chaplin (Glen), Manhattan, KS; Jeanie Montana, Peoria, AZ; Brother Patrick LaBarge, Aurora, KS; 9 Grandchildren, Michelle, Nathan, Sarah, Whitney, Ryan, Megan, Christian, Nick, and Lauren, 9 Great-Grandchildren, and one on the way.He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Aldea, Daughter, Julie Funk, Sisters, Mary R. Marcotte and Maxine C. Gray, and Brother, Ronal LaBarge.Visitation will be held on Monday, February 22, 2021 from 1-8 PM at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, Kansas. A Knights of Columbus Rosary will be prayed on Monday, February 22, 2021 at 6:00 PM at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet friends after the Rosary Service.Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Aurora, Kansas with Fr. David Metz officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Peter Catholic Cemetery, Aurora, Kansas.Memorial Contributions may be given to Meadowlark Hospice c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

James "Jim" R. LaBarge

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

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/William-Lebert"></a>December 26, 1936 - February 6, 2021

William A. Lebert, 84, of Douglas, Wyoming died Saturday, February 6, 2021. 

Formerly of Salina, Kansas, Born December 26, 1936 to Alvin &amp; Doris Lebert. Bill attended Brookville High School later attended Brown Mackey College of Business in Salina where shortly after he started his long career in financial banking. September 1958 he married Kay Helen Armstrong together they had two children, Susan and Rodney.

In 2001 a large storm destroyed their home in Hoisington, KS, and then the couple relocated to Esterbrook,WY. where they stayed until health problems forced them off the mountain. 

Bill is survived by his son Rodney (Lori) Lebert of Douglas, WY and Susan (Larry) Aiken of Lawrence, KS, one sister Elizabeth (Jim) Cole of Salina, KS. Three Grandchildren, Cody &amp; Ryan Lebert and Jacob Aiken, several nieces &amp; nephews and relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his loving wife Kay.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2021 with a funeral service held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 20th, all at Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery. &nbsp;

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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

<h2>William A. Lebert; Douglas, Wyo.</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/William-Lebert">Obituary for William A. Lebert | Ryan Mortuary</a><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/William-Lebert"></a>December 26, 1936 - February 6, 2021William A. Lebert, 84, of Douglas, Wyoming died Saturday, February 6, 2021. Formerly of Salina, Kansas, Born December 26, 1936 to Alvin &amp; Doris Lebert. Bill attended Brookville High School later attended Brown Mackey College of Business in Salina where shortly after he started his long career in financial banking. September 1958 he married Kay Helen Armstrong together they had two children, Susan and Rodney.In 2001 a large storm destroyed their home in Hoisington, KS, and then the couple relocated to Esterbrook,WY. where they stayed until health problems forced them off the mountain. Bill is survived by his son Rodney (Lori) Lebert of Douglas, WY and Susan (Larry) Aiken of Lawrence, KS, one sister Elizabeth (Jim) Cole of Salina, KS. Three Grandchildren, Cody &amp; Ryan Lebert and Jacob Aiken, several nieces &amp; nephews and relatives.He was preceded in death by his parents and his loving wife Kay.Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2021 with a funeral service held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 20th, all at Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery. &nbsp;Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of William A. Lebert, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/William-Lebert/sympathy">floral store.</a>

William A. Lebert

Michelle “Shelly” Renae Hindman; Salina

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MichelleShelly-Hindman">Obituary for Michelle “Shelly” Renae Hindman | Ryan Mortuary</a>

Michelle “Shelly” Renae Hindman, 64, Salina, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was born October 9, 1956, in Wichita, KS, the daughter of the late Richard Fromdahl and the late Patricia Fromdahl. Shelly was a 46 year resident of Salina, KS and was united in marriage to the love of her life, her turtle dove, Gregory Hindman on October 23, 1976.

She was a devoted mother, best friend, and loyal wife. Shelly was truly a fighter throughout all her health battles during the last 27 years. She will be remembered for her love of her family, immediate and extended alike, her love of the sun and water, and being surrounded by laughter, games, and joy.

Shelly was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Patricia, her sister, Teresa Walker, her stepmother, Sylvia Fromdahl, and her in-laws, Robert and Carlene Hindman.

She is survived by her love, Gregory Hindman of the home; her daughter, Jill Hindman Barber, Salina; her son, Jeff Hindman, Salina; her son, Jared (Andrea Roberts) Hindman of Sand Springs, OK; her sister, Rhonda (Jeff) Smith; her brothers Randal (Amy) Fromdahl, Dana (Bonnie) Fromdahl, Ricky Bocksnick, and Randy (Cindy) Bocksnick; her grandsons Kade Barber, Kallon Barber, Jamison Hindman, and Jace Hindman all of Salina; Marian Saltzman a dear close friend; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous friends.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Ashley Sutterfield-Saxon, Shelly’s dear friends’ daughter, who is fighting liver disease as Shelly did for years at the following website:&nbsp;<a href="https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/nft-ashleysaxon" target="_blank">https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/nft-ashleysaxon</a>&nbsp;.

Funeral services are Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 1 p.m. at Belmont Boulevard Church, 2508 Belmont Blvd, Salina, KS, with Tara Thompson officiating. The family will receive friends and family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday prior to the service at the church. Burial is immediately following at Crown Point Cemetery in Culver, KS.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MichelleShelly-Hindman">Obituary for Michelle “Shelly” Renae Hindman | Ryan Mortuary</a>October 9, 1056 - February 16, 2021Michelle “Shelly” Renae Hindman, 64, Salina, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was born October 9, 1956, in Wichita, KS, the daughter of the late Richard Fromdahl and the late Patricia Fromdahl. Shelly was a 46 year resident of Salina, KS and was united in marriage to the love of her life, her turtle dove, Gregory Hindman on October 23, 1976.She was a devoted mother, best friend, and loyal wife. Shelly was truly a fighter throughout all her health battles during the last 27 years. She will be remembered for her love of her family, immediate and extended alike, her love of the sun and water, and being surrounded by laughter, games, and joy.Shelly was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Patricia, her sister, Teresa Walker, her stepmother, Sylvia Fromdahl, and her in-laws, Robert and Carlene Hindman.She is survived by her love, Gregory Hindman of the home; her daughter, Jill Hindman Barber, Salina; her son, Jeff Hindman, Salina; her son, Jared (Andrea Roberts) Hindman of Sand Springs, OK; her sister, Rhonda (Jeff) Smith; her brothers Randal (Amy) Fromdahl, Dana (Bonnie) Fromdahl, Ricky Bocksnick, and Randy (Cindy) Bocksnick; her grandsons Kade Barber, Kallon Barber, Jamison Hindman, and Jace Hindman all of Salina; Marian Saltzman a dear close friend; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous friends.In Lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Ashley Sutterfield-Saxon, Shelly’s dear friends’ daughter, who is fighting liver disease as Shelly did for years at the following website:&nbsp;<a href="https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/nft-ashleysaxon" target="_blank">https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/nft-ashleysaxon</a>&nbsp;.Funeral services are Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 1 p.m. at Belmont Boulevard Church, 2508 Belmont Blvd, Salina, KS, with Tara Thompson officiating. The family will receive friends and family from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday prior to the service at the church. Burial is immediately following at Crown Point Cemetery in Culver, KS.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Michelle “Shelly” Renae Hindman, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/MichelleShelly-Hindman/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Michelle “Shelly” Renae Hindman

<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anita-Young">Obituary for Anita Jean (Shelby) Young | Ryan Mortuary</a>

November 4, 1940 ~ February 15, 2021 (age 80)

Anita Jean (Shelby) Young, 80, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 in Salina to be with her Lord and Savior.

Anita worked as a nursing aide for many years at Kenwood View and Windsor Estates and also at Grandma Max’s. She enjoyed watching old western shows on TV, eating out at IHOP and going to church to give hugs and smiles to everyone.

Not having any children of her own, she devoted herself to the children in the Children’s Ministry at Grace Baptist, teaching them to love the Lord with all of their hearts.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Bessie Shelby and brothers, Bill Griffith, Fred Shelby and Lee Griffith.

Survivors include her loving husband of 48 years, Robert J. Young, of Salina; sisters Charlotte Leighton of Salina and Betty Hartzell of San Antonio, TX; brother James Shelby of Salina and several nephews and nieces.

Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, February 22, 2021 at Grace Baptist with Pastor Matt Parnell officiating. Inurnment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park.

Memorials and flowers may be sent to Grace Baptist, 400 E. Crawford, Salina.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anita-Young">Obituary for Anita Jean (Shelby) Young | Ryan Mortuary</a>November 4, 1940 ~ February 15, 2021 (age 80)Anita Jean (Shelby) Young, 80, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 in Salina to be with her Lord and Savior.Anita worked as a nursing aide for many years at Kenwood View and Windsor Estates and also at Grandma Max’s. She enjoyed watching old western shows on TV, eating out at IHOP and going to church to give hugs and smiles to everyone.Not having any children of her own, she devoted herself to the children in the Children’s Ministry at Grace Baptist, teaching them to love the Lord with all of their hearts.She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Bessie Shelby and brothers, Bill Griffith, Fred Shelby and Lee Griffith.Survivors include her loving husband of 48 years, Robert J. Young, of Salina; sisters Charlotte Leighton of Salina and Betty Hartzell of San Antonio, TX; brother James Shelby of Salina and several nephews and nieces.Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, February 22, 2021 at Grace Baptist with Pastor Matt Parnell officiating. Inurnment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park.Memorials and flowers may be sent to Grace Baptist, 400 E. Crawford, Salina.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Anita Jean (Shelby) Young, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Anita-Young/sympathy">floral store.</a>

Anita Young

<a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/thomas-huiett">Obituary | Thomas Huiett of Salina, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a>

Thomas Huiett, 96, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021. He was born December 30, 1924 in Salina, KS.

Tom served in World War II with the 172nd&nbsp;Army Unit. He was in the Pacific Theater at New Guinea and Luzon as a light machine gunner. Tom was awarded 3 Purple Hearts and a Silver Star. He worked for Graves Trucking as a driver for 20 years.

Tom enjoyed traveling and dancing with his wife Frankee. He also enjoyed working word searches and going to casinos.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank B. and Laura Bell (Mason) Huiett; wife of 70 years, Frankee; 3 sisters; 5 brothers.

Survivors include several nieces and nephews and friends.

Memorial services will be announced at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the VFW post 1432 or the Salina Animal Shelter in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/thomas-huiett">Obituary | Thomas Huiett of Salina, Kansas | Roselawn Mortuary and Memorial Park (roselawnsalina.com)</a>December 30, 1924 - February 10, 2021Thomas Huiett, 96, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021. He was born December 30, 1924 in Salina, KS.Tom served in World War II with the 172nd&nbsp;Army Unit. He was in the Pacific Theater at New Guinea and Luzon as a light machine gunner. Tom was awarded 3 Purple Hearts and a Silver Star. He worked for Graves Trucking as a driver for 20 years.Tom enjoyed traveling and dancing with his wife Frankee. He also enjoyed working word searches and going to casinos.He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank B. and Laura Bell (Mason) Huiett; wife of 70 years, Frankee; 3 sisters; 5 brothers.Survivors include several nieces and nephews and friends.Memorial services will be announced at a later date.Memorials may be made to the VFW post 1432 or the Salina Animal Shelter in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Thomas Huiett, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/thomas-huiett/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Thomas Huiett

Tom 'Tommy' Pickett, Jr., 65 of Kanopolis, Kan., passed away Feb. 18, 2021, after losing his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family.

He was born July 3, 1955 at Asbury Hospital in Salina, Kan. to Thomas Pickett Sr. and Beatrice (Turner) Pickett. He married Linda (Cranston) Pickett July 19, 1975 at the United Methodist Church in Ellsworth, Kan.

Tom drove for White’s Construction since high school. He was employed with White’s until he was not able to drive anymore.&nbsp; Some knew him as ‘White Lighting.’

He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Betty; his older sister, Stephanie (Pickett) Andreason; and his baby sister, Geraldine (Pickett) Maddox.

He was a proud father of three beloved daughters, Tammy Pickett of Salina, Kan., Amy Pickett (Pat Hubnik) of Salina, Kan., and Kristy Pickett-Foster (Nathan Foster) of Salina, Kan. He is also survived by his wife, Linda;&nbsp; five grandchildren, Trenton, Kiley, Kelsi, Jacob, and Katelyn; and sister Ola Nulik (Steve Nulik), Burden, Kan.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to his family home at PO Box 182 Kanopolis, Kan. 67454.

Baker Funeral Home, Wichita, was in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Tom 'Tommy' Pickett, Jr., 65 of Kanopolis, Kan., passed away Feb. 18, 2021, after losing his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family. He was born July 3, 1955 at Asbury Hospital in Salina, Kan. to Thomas Pickett Sr. and Beatrice (Turner) Pickett. He married Linda (Cranston) Pickett July 19, 1975 at the United Methodist Church in Ellsworth, Kan. Tom drove for White’s Construction since high school. He was employed with White’s until he was not able to drive anymore.&nbsp; Some knew him as ‘White Lighting.’ He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Betty; his older sister, Stephanie (Pickett) Andreason; and his baby sister, Geraldine (Pickett) Maddox. He was a proud father of three beloved daughters, Tammy Pickett of Salina, Kan., Amy Pickett (Pat Hubnik) of Salina, Kan., and Kristy Pickett-Foster (Nathan Foster) of Salina, Kan. He is also survived by his wife, Linda;&nbsp; five grandchildren, Trenton, Kiley, Kelsi, Jacob, and Katelyn; and sister Ola Nulik (Steve Nulik), Burden, Kan. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to his family home at PO Box 182 Kanopolis, Kan. 67454. Baker Funeral Home, Wichita, was in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tom 'Tommy' Pickett Jr.

October 15, 1919 ~ January 30, 2021 (age 101)

<h2>Leora (Loring) Spitler, Courtland</h2><figure>
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 </figure>October 15, 1919 ~ January 30, 2021 (age 101)<a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Leora-Spitler">Obituary for Leora (Loring) Spitler | Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home</a>Stasha Leora Loring Spitler was born October 15, 1919, the only child of Ed and Daisy Ann (Fuller) Loring on a farm south of Scandia, Kansas. On January 30, 2021, she went peacefully into the arms of her Heavenly Father at the age of 101. She attended Dist. 88 grade school and graduated from Scandia High school with the Class of 1937. While growing up, she enjoyed life on the farm and spending much time with many cousins, grandparents, and aunts and uncles. Leora’s faith was very important to her and that beacon of God’s love was evident to everyone she encountered. She enjoyed attending the Scandia Methodist Church while growing up and teaching Sunday school classes.She married Eugene H. Spitler on January 18, 1939 at the Methodist Parsonage in Courtland, Kansas. They made their home on the Spitler farm north and west of Courtland until 1958 when they moved into town, at which time Gene became employed with the Kansas Bostwick Irrigation District. To this union, one daughter was born, Anita.Leora worked for a short time at Blackburn’s Produce and then in 1960, she became employed with the Courtland Public schools as the school secretary. She worked there until her retirement in 1985. Working for the school district was one of Leora’s greatest pleasures in life as she loved interacting with the students and staff. She was known to “spoil” the teaching staff by going over and beyond helping them with their paperwork. And the students could always find a jar of candy on the countertop in the office at Christmas time, just for their enjoyment.Not one to be idle very long, Leora soon found part time work after her retirement, working for Hurtig’s Veterinary Clinic and Tebow Plumbing and volunteering at the library. Once again, she found much joy in working with the public.Her part time employers were very good about allowing her some flexibility to do some traveling, so she and Gene were fortunate to be able to go on some really nice trips. They enjoyed many day trips and mystery trips and several extended trips which were taken with some local friends. For their 40th wedding anniversary, they and four other couples went to Hawaii. Another trip that was a huge delight was a trip through the southwestern states, culminating in Los Angeles for the Rose parade. For their 60th anniversary, they were treated to a trip to Virginia by their daughter and son-in-law. Gene had a great time introducing Bill to his Virginia relatives and sharing stories about the area that was his heritage.&nbsp;Throughout her lifetime, Leora was very active in her community. She could always be counted upon to help in any capacity where needed. She was baptized in the Courtland Methodist Church and became very active and involved in church activities. She was also a member of the Eastern Star, Homemakers Club, and the Courtland Crusaders.Several of Leora’s cousins lived into their 90s and so for nearly 20 years, there was a cousin coffee held monthly in Scandia for all those that could attend. She and Gene loved seeing all the cousins regularly and being able to reminisce and stay connected.In 2008, Leora and Gene decided to move to Beloit to be near their daughter and son-in-law. They moved to Hilltop Assisted Living and began to enjoy a new chapter in their life. While there, they were fortunate to be able to celebrate 74 years together. Leora quickly became a “favorite” of the staff there and she thoroughly enjoyed meeting and getting acquainted with many new people while she was there. She made many new friends in the Beloit area.She is survived by her daughter, Anita Walsh and husband Bill of Beloit; step grandchildren, Mary Landen, Denver, CO, Kathy Walsh, Phoenix, AZ and Michael Walsh, Wichita, KS; five step-great grandchildren; nephews, Howard Spitler, Kannapolis, KS and Ron Spitler, Scottsdale, AZ; other relatives and friends.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gene in 2013 and a brother-in-law Ray Spitler in 1987.Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at the United Methodist Church, Courtland, Kansas with The Reverend Sandra Jellison-Knock officiating. Burial was in the Courtland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Pike Valley Foundation or the Methodist Church. Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home assisted the Spitler family with these arrangements.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Leora (Loring) Spitler, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Leora-Spitler/sympathy">floral store.</a>

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