Wilbur H. Smith, 90, of Herington, Kansas, passed away December 17, 2020.&nbsp; He was born March 18, 1930 in Ellsworth, Kansas to Benson h. Smith and Eunice V. (Giesler) Smith) Walter.&nbsp; Wilbur “Smitty” graduated from Lincoln High School in 1948. He served in the US Army from Feb. 1951 to Nov. 1952, serving most of his time in Korea.

On September 8th, 1952, Smitty married the love of his life, Phyllis A. Long in Lincoln, NE. In 1954, Smitty and Phyl moved to Wichita, KS, where Smitty enrolled into Wichita Univeristy (WSU). He graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Geology in 1958. Smitty worked for the State Highway Commission as an Engineer for 7 years. In 1965, Smitty and Phyl moved to Herington, where Smitty started working for State Farm Insurance and retired after 30 years.

Smitty was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Easter Star, Shriners, VFW Auxiliary as well as VFW lifetime member. Smitty loved traveling, camping and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all.

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father Henry Walter, half-brother Ronald E. Walter, step-brother Virgil Walter, and step-sister Darlen Loman.

Smitty is survived by his loving wife Phyllis; son Benson H. Smith (Caroline) of Herington; daughter Jacquline M. Miller (Kevin) of Delavan; brother Silas Smith (Peggy) of St. Louis, MO; step-sister Elvera Miller of Olathe, and step-brother Gerald Walter of Lincoln, KS; 4 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Due to the Covid Pandemic, a Celebration of Smitty’s Life will be held at a later time.&nbsp; A private family burial will be held at Lincoln, KS.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children or Herington Historical Society Museum. They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

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 </figure>Wilbur H. Smith, 90, of Herington, Kansas, passed away December 17, 2020.&nbsp; He was born March 18, 1930 in Ellsworth, Kansas to Benson h. Smith and Eunice V. (Giesler) Smith) Walter.&nbsp; Wilbur “Smitty” graduated from Lincoln High School in 1948. He served in the US Army from Feb. 1951 to Nov. 1952, serving most of his time in Korea.On September 8th, 1952, Smitty married the love of his life, Phyllis A. Long in Lincoln, NE. In 1954, Smitty and Phyl moved to Wichita, KS, where Smitty enrolled into Wichita Univeristy (WSU). He graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Geology in 1958. Smitty worked for the State Highway Commission as an Engineer for 7 years. In 1965, Smitty and Phyl moved to Herington, where Smitty started working for State Farm Insurance and retired after 30 years.Smitty was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Easter Star, Shriners, VFW Auxiliary as well as VFW lifetime member. Smitty loved traveling, camping and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all.He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father Henry Walter, half-brother Ronald E. Walter, step-brother Virgil Walter, and step-sister Darlen Loman.Smitty is survived by his loving wife Phyllis; son Benson H. Smith (Caroline) of Herington; daughter Jacquline M. Miller (Kevin) of Delavan; brother Silas Smith (Peggy) of St. Louis, MO; step-sister Elvera Miller of Olathe, and step-brother Gerald Walter of Lincoln, KS; 4 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.Due to the Covid Pandemic, a Celebration of Smitty’s Life will be held at a later time.&nbsp; A private family burial will be held at Lincoln, KS.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children or Herington Historical Society Museum. They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Wilbur H. Smith

Donna Persigehl, 59, of Salina, passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020. She was born on January 29, 1961 to Marvin and Jean (Englund) Persigehl. Donna graduated from Salina South High School, Kansas State University with a BS in Food Science, and a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Throughout her professional career she excelled, starting as a line supervisor at Sunshine Biscuits in Kansas City. In 1987 she joined Thomas J Lipton as a production supervisor and soared from there. After several years at Lipton, Donna joined The Clorox Company moving to Chicago, Oakland, and ending up in Atlanta. Donna held numerous roles over the years from Department Manager, Supply Chain Planner, Project Manager, and Senior Operations Planner. In 2017, Donna took an early retirement from Clorox to move back home.

Donna loved to travel and took many trips domestically and abroad. She loved her cats, Phoebe and Flint. As an animal lover she frequented the Rolling Hills Zoo. Donna also enjoyed the Fine Arts and attended events at the Salina Community Theater and Stiefel.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Jean Persigehl. She is survived by her brother, David Persigehl and his wife, Lori; nephew, Paul; niece, Emma; family, and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday, December 22, from 4-8 pm at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. A private graveside service officiated by Rev. Lori Persigehl will be December 23 at 2 pm. This service will be streamed and on-demand throughout December at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.triumc.org/donna" target="_blank">www.triumc.org/donna</a>. Condolences may be given to the family on this website. A memorial service at Christ the King Lutheran Church will be held post-pandemic.

Memorials to Christ the King Lutheran Church-Salina, Trinity United Methodist Church-Salina, and Rolling Hills Zoo.

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 </figure>Donna Persigehl, 59, of Salina, passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020. She was born on January 29, 1961 to Marvin and Jean (Englund) Persigehl. Donna graduated from Salina South High School, Kansas State University with a BS in Food Science, and a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Throughout her professional career she excelled, starting as a line supervisor at Sunshine Biscuits in Kansas City. In 1987 she joined Thomas J Lipton as a production supervisor and soared from there. After several years at Lipton, Donna joined The Clorox Company moving to Chicago, Oakland, and ending up in Atlanta. Donna held numerous roles over the years from Department Manager, Supply Chain Planner, Project Manager, and Senior Operations Planner. In 2017, Donna took an early retirement from Clorox to move back home.Donna loved to travel and took many trips domestically and abroad. She loved her cats, Phoebe and Flint. As an animal lover she frequented the Rolling Hills Zoo. Donna also enjoyed the Fine Arts and attended events at the Salina Community Theater and Stiefel.Donna is preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Jean Persigehl. She is survived by her brother, David Persigehl and his wife, Lori; nephew, Paul; niece, Emma; family, and friends.Visitation will be Tuesday, December 22, from 4-8 pm at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. A private graveside service officiated by Rev. Lori Persigehl will be December 23 at 2 pm. This service will be streamed and on-demand throughout December at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.triumc.org/donna" target="_blank">www.triumc.org/donna</a>. Condolences may be given to the family on this website. A memorial service at Christ the King Lutheran Church will be held post-pandemic.Memorials to Christ the King Lutheran Church-Salina, Trinity United Methodist Church-Salina, and Rolling Hills Zoo.

Donna Persigehl

&nbsp; Jose Rubio Rodelo, 62, of Salina, passed away Saturday, December 19th. Jose was born in Juarez, Mexico, on March 19, 1958, the son of the late Maria E. R. Rodelo and Urbano Calderon. Jose had worked for Advanced Auto in the shipping and receiving for many years. He married Carolyn Crisp on December 16, 1995, in Commerce City, Colorado. They were married for 25 years, and 3 days. He and Carolyn attended the Emmanuel Foursquare Church in Salina for many years. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn; step daughter, Jamie Noble, of Independence, Kansas; stepson, Joseph David, of Parsons; step-grandchildren, Christopher Privitt and Roger David. Jose is also survived by sisters, Maria Sarinana, of Midland, Texas, Teresa Aranda, of Midland, Texas, Ramona Burciaga, of Salina, Kansas; brothers, Manuel Rodelo, of Midland, Texas, Jesse Aranda, of Midland, Texas; nieces and nephews, Lorenzo and Brenda Rubio; Chanda, Marlin, Ricky, and Crystal Aranda; Samantha and Sebastian Baeza; Sergio, Nichole, and Joe Grando; Max, Armando, Marine, Lupita, Joanna Sarinana, Manuel, Miguel, Richard and Cathy Rodelo, Robert and Margaret Valdez. Jose was preceded in death by his sister, Emelda Valdez; brother, Lorenzo Rodelo; and nephew, Nicholas Granado. Cremation has been chosen and a Memorial Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Jose Rubio Rodelo, 62, of Salina, passed away Saturday, December 19th. Jose was born in Juarez, Mexico, on March 19, 1958, the son of the late Maria E. R. Rodelo and Urbano Calderon. Jose had worked for Advanced Auto in the shipping and receiving for many years. He married Carolyn Crisp on December 16, 1995, in Commerce City, Colorado. They were married for 25 years, and 3 days. He and Carolyn attended the Emmanuel Foursquare Church in Salina for many years. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn; step daughter, Jamie Noble, of Independence, Kansas; stepson, Joseph David, of Parsons; step-grandchildren, Christopher Privitt and Roger David. Jose is also survived by sisters, Maria Sarinana, of Midland, Texas, Teresa Aranda, of Midland, Texas, Ramona Burciaga, of Salina, Kansas; brothers, Manuel Rodelo, of Midland, Texas, Jesse Aranda, of Midland, Texas; nieces and nephews, Lorenzo and Brenda Rubio; Chanda, Marlin, Ricky, and Crystal Aranda; Samantha and Sebastian Baeza; Sergio, Nichole, and Joe Grando; Max, Armando, Marine, Lupita, Joanna Sarinana, Manuel, Miguel, Richard and Cathy Rodelo, Robert and Margaret Valdez. Jose was preceded in death by his sister, Emelda Valdez; brother, Lorenzo Rodelo; and nephew, Nicholas Granado. Cremation has been chosen and a Memorial Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jose Rubio Rodelo

Kay M. Seymour Clements, 80, Minneapolis, met Jesus, her Lord and Savior, on Sunday, December 20, 2020.

She was born Kay Winkler on October 19, 1940 in Randolph to Harold A. and Alice Marie (Beckman) Winkler.&nbsp;

Kay worked several jobs in Minneapolis – most recently for over 25 years at the Ottawa County Health Center as a Food Service Supervisor.&nbsp; She was a Christian woman who truly served others.&nbsp; Her smile and gentle presence will be missed by many.

She was preceded in death by her parents and first husband, Ernest Seymour who died on December 23, 1995.

Survivors are her husband, Kenny Clements; children, Cindy (Mike) Perry, Culley (Cheryl) Seymour, and Charae (Bill) Little; step-children, Terri (David) Pritchard and Gary (Teresa) Clements; sister, Judy Olson; ten grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.

Visitation without family present will be Sunday, December 27 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis.&nbsp; Private services for family will be at 2:00 P.M., Monday at the Bennington Bible Church.&nbsp; Masks are required. &nbsp;The service will be live-streamed on Wilson Family Funeral Home’s Facebook page. Friends are invited to the graveside services at approximately 3:15 P.M. at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jo Nana Lunches (make checks payable to U.S.D. 239 and put Kay’s name in the memo) and may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Kay M. Seymour Clements, 80, Minneapolis, met Jesus, her Lord and Savior, on Sunday, December 20, 2020.She was born Kay Winkler on October 19, 1940 in Randolph to Harold A. and Alice Marie (Beckman) Winkler.&nbsp;Kay worked several jobs in Minneapolis – most recently for over 25 years at the Ottawa County Health Center as a Food Service Supervisor.&nbsp; She was a Christian woman who truly served others.&nbsp; Her smile and gentle presence will be missed by many.She was preceded in death by her parents and first husband, Ernest Seymour who died on December 23, 1995.Survivors are her husband, Kenny Clements; children, Cindy (Mike) Perry, Culley (Cheryl) Seymour, and Charae (Bill) Little; step-children, Terri (David) Pritchard and Gary (Teresa) Clements; sister, Judy Olson; ten grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.Visitation without family present will be Sunday, December 27 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis.&nbsp; Private services for family will be at 2:00 P.M., Monday at the Bennington Bible Church.&nbsp; Masks are required. &nbsp;The service will be live-streamed on Wilson Family Funeral Home’s Facebook page. Friends are invited to the graveside services at approximately 3:15 P.M. at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jo Nana Lunches (make checks payable to U.S.D. 239 and put Kay’s name in the memo) and may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Kay M. Seymour Clements

Eric F. Waddell, 69, Salina, died Friday, December 18, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center.

He was born July 9, 1951 in Beloit the 
son of Gene F. and Iris (Bird) Waddell.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Beloit 
High School in the class of 1969 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree
 in Geology from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Eric was drafted into the 
United States Marine Corps, serving in Vietnam.&nbsp; On September 25, 1972 
he was united in marriage to Janet Sue Winkler in Hays, and they later 
divorced.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2012.&nbsp; He was in 
independent petroleum geologist and owner and operator of a water and 
environmental drilling company.&nbsp; He was a former member of the Lions 
Club, VFW, and American Legion.&nbsp; He was a youth coach and enjoyed race 
cars and horses.&nbsp; He gave a lot, sponsored many teams, and loved riding 
his motorcycle.&nbsp; His greatest joy was spending time with his 
grandchildren.

Survivors include his son: Joshua G. 
Waddell and wife Tina of Hays, a brother: Pat Waddell of La Paz, Mexico,
 three sisters: Julie Wilson and husband Rod of Salina, Teresa Wrench of
 Salina, and Cindy Grisham and husband Troy of Arlington, TX, longtime 
friend: Teri File of Salina, three grandchildren: Ethan, Madelyn, and 
Wyatt Waddell, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Mike Waddell.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with military Honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard and The E.A. Schumacher Marine Corps League #740.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 10:00 am until 11:00 on Tuesday all at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to The American Diabetes Association.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Eric may be shared with the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com/">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Eric F. Waddell, 69, Salina, died Friday, December 18, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center.He was born July 9, 1951 in Beloit the 
son of Gene F. and Iris (Bird) Waddell.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Beloit 
High School in the class of 1969 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree
 in Geology from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Eric was drafted into the 
United States Marine Corps, serving in Vietnam.&nbsp; On September 25, 1972 
he was united in marriage to Janet Sue Winkler in Hays, and they later 
divorced.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2012.&nbsp; He was in 
independent petroleum geologist and owner and operator of a water and 
environmental drilling company.&nbsp; He was a former member of the Lions 
Club, VFW, and American Legion.&nbsp; He was a youth coach and enjoyed race 
cars and horses.&nbsp; He gave a lot, sponsored many teams, and loved riding 
his motorcycle.&nbsp; His greatest joy was spending time with his 
grandchildren.Survivors include his son: Joshua G. 
Waddell and wife Tina of Hays, a brother: Pat Waddell of La Paz, Mexico,
 three sisters: Julie Wilson and husband Rod of Salina, Teresa Wrench of
 Salina, and Cindy Grisham and husband Troy of Arlington, TX, longtime 
friend: Teri File of Salina, three grandchildren: Ethan, Madelyn, and 
Wyatt Waddell, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Mike Waddell.Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with military Honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard and The E.A. Schumacher Marine Corps League #740.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 10:00 am until 11:00 on Tuesday all at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to The American Diabetes Association.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Eric may be shared with the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com/">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Eric F. Waddell

Mother named me William E Dad would call me Will But all my friends and family Called me just plain "Bill" William
 E “Bill” Bock was born March 27, 1930, in Brush, CO to Neil and Vera 
(Mangus) Bock.&nbsp; He left this earthly life at his home December 18, 
2020.&nbsp; Bill traveled from 
Brush, CO to Philomath, OR during the ‘30s with his parents and 
siblings.&nbsp; The family returned in 1937 to the Lebanon area, where his 
Uncle Jack Bock resided.&nbsp; He spent most of his adult life right around 
the Stuart community south of Lebanon.&nbsp; He began school at the Oak Creek
 schoolhouse, later graduating from Lebanon High School in 1948.&nbsp; 
Following graduation, Bill helped his dad and worked for neighbors 
before being drafted into the U S Marines in 1951.&nbsp; He was discharged in
 1953.&nbsp; In November 1953, he was united in 
marriage to Sherry Dee Chidester in Downs, Ks.&nbsp; The plan had been to be 
married at the Oak Creek Church south of Lebanon, but it snowed and the 
preacher didn’t think he could make it to Oak Creek, so Bill said they 
would all go to Downs. Five children were born to this union:&nbsp; Richard Wayne (Dick), Robert Allan (Tad), Sandra Jeane, Laura Susan and Rhonda Lynne. Following
 his discharge from the Marines, Bill helped his aunt, Carol Bock with 
the farming, following the death of his Uncle Jack, ….living in the 
“little house”.&nbsp; In 1959, the family moved north to the rock house on 
the old Porter Ranch, where they resided until 2014 after purchasing a 
home at 1 Circle Drive in Downs. Bill drove a 
school bus, farmed and was a rural mail carrier.&nbsp; He retired from the 
Postal Service in 1998 after 35 years as a postal employee.&nbsp; He 
continued with his farming until moving to Downs in 2014. Bill
 was a friendly guy with a heart for helping friends and neighbors….and 
he was blessed to live in a neighborhood that was all about being 
neighborly. He was 
preceded in death by his parents, daughter Sandra Blankenbaker, 
grandsons Andrew Bock and Joshua Simmelink, his mother and father-in-law
 Edna &amp; Arthur Chidester, sister and husband Eula &amp; Wayne 
Merrill Thompson, brother Lloyd “Bud” Bock and brother-in-law Willis 
Rousey. Left to miss his 
presence in their lives are:&nbsp; wife Sherry of the home; sons Richard 
(Linda) of Lebanon and Robert (Terri) of Ellsworth; daughters Laura 
(Vernon) Ray of Salina and Rhonda (Roy) Atwood of Esbon; 11 
grandchildren: Erica, Crystal, Jessica, Jason, Mary, Carissa, Jordan, 
Evan, Michaela, Lane and Jeremy, 10 great grandchildren:&nbsp; Nicholas, 
Whitley, Elijah, Jaxon, Miyah, Violet, Izayah, Levi, Ava and Eva, and 2 
great great grandchildren: Jackson and Samuel; &nbsp;sisters: Ruth (Raymond) 
Griffith of Phillipsburg and Donna (Forrest) Holliday of Havensville, 
sisters in law: LaVerne Bock of Kremmling, CO and Marilyn Rousey of 
Hutchinson, &nbsp;as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and a multitude of 
friends. A celebration of 
Bill's life will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at All
 Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with 
Pastor Lance McDowell officiating.&nbsp; There will not be a public 
visitation as cremation was chosen. &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the First
 Christian Church of Downs or Downs Food Bank and can be sent in care of
 the funeral chape

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 </figure>Mother named me William E Dad would call me Will But all my friends and family Called me just plain "Bill" William
 E “Bill” Bock was born March 27, 1930, in Brush, CO to Neil and Vera 
(Mangus) Bock.&nbsp; He left this earthly life at his home December 18, 
2020.&nbsp; Bill traveled from 
Brush, CO to Philomath, OR during the ‘30s with his parents and 
siblings.&nbsp; The family returned in 1937 to the Lebanon area, where his 
Uncle Jack Bock resided.&nbsp; He spent most of his adult life right around 
the Stuart community south of Lebanon.&nbsp; He began school at the Oak Creek
 schoolhouse, later graduating from Lebanon High School in 1948.&nbsp; 
Following graduation, Bill helped his dad and worked for neighbors 
before being drafted into the U S Marines in 1951.&nbsp; He was discharged in
 1953.&nbsp; In November 1953, he was united in 
marriage to Sherry Dee Chidester in Downs, Ks.&nbsp; The plan had been to be 
married at the Oak Creek Church south of Lebanon, but it snowed and the 
preacher didn’t think he could make it to Oak Creek, so Bill said they 
would all go to Downs. Five children were born to this union:&nbsp; Richard Wayne (Dick), Robert Allan (Tad), Sandra Jeane, Laura Susan and Rhonda Lynne. Following
 his discharge from the Marines, Bill helped his aunt, Carol Bock with 
the farming, following the death of his Uncle Jack, ….living in the 
“little house”.&nbsp; In 1959, the family moved north to the rock house on 
the old Porter Ranch, where they resided until 2014 after purchasing a 
home at 1 Circle Drive in Downs. Bill drove a 
school bus, farmed and was a rural mail carrier.&nbsp; He retired from the 
Postal Service in 1998 after 35 years as a postal employee.&nbsp; He 
continued with his farming until moving to Downs in 2014. Bill
 was a friendly guy with a heart for helping friends and neighbors….and 
he was blessed to live in a neighborhood that was all about being 
neighborly. He was 
preceded in death by his parents, daughter Sandra Blankenbaker, 
grandsons Andrew Bock and Joshua Simmelink, his mother and father-in-law
 Edna &amp; Arthur Chidester, sister and husband Eula &amp; Wayne 
Merrill Thompson, brother Lloyd “Bud” Bock and brother-in-law Willis 
Rousey. Left to miss his 
presence in their lives are:&nbsp; wife Sherry of the home; sons Richard 
(Linda) of Lebanon and Robert (Terri) of Ellsworth; daughters Laura 
(Vernon) Ray of Salina and Rhonda (Roy) Atwood of Esbon; 11 
grandchildren: Erica, Crystal, Jessica, Jason, Mary, Carissa, Jordan, 
Evan, Michaela, Lane and Jeremy, 10 great grandchildren:&nbsp; Nicholas, 
Whitley, Elijah, Jaxon, Miyah, Violet, Izayah, Levi, Ava and Eva, and 2 
great great grandchildren: Jackson and Samuel; &nbsp;sisters: Ruth (Raymond) 
Griffith of Phillipsburg and Donna (Forrest) Holliday of Havensville, 
sisters in law: LaVerne Bock of Kremmling, CO and Marilyn Rousey of 
Hutchinson, &nbsp;as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and a multitude of 
friends. A celebration of 
Bill's life will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at All
 Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with 
Pastor Lance McDowell officiating.&nbsp; There will not be a public 
visitation as cremation was chosen. &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the First
 Christian Church of Downs or Downs Food Bank and can be sent in care of
 the funeral chape

William E 'Bill' Bock

Marion - Terrie Lee Todd, 75, passed away December 18, 2020 at her home at the Marion County Lake. She was born August 19, 1945 to Robert Lee and Lola (Stratman) Washmon in Riverside, California. 

Survivors include: son, Monte Dalke of Portland, Oregon; daughters, Shawn (Mike) Vondenkamp of rural Marion, Mikki (Seth) Larson of Marion; mother, Lola Savoia of Hillsboro; brothers, Kim (Nicole) Washmon of Leadville, Colorado, Greg (Donna) Washmon of rural Hillsboro; sisters, Cynthia (Roger) Fleming of Hillsboro, Jan McIntyre of Edmond, Oklahoma; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 

A public Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date due to COVID-19. 

Memorials to Caring Hands Humane Society in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Marion - Terrie Lee Todd, 75, passed away December 18, 2020 at her home at the Marion County Lake. She was born August 19, 1945 to Robert Lee and Lola (Stratman) Washmon in Riverside, California. Survivors include: son, Monte Dalke of Portland, Oregon; daughters, Shawn (Mike) Vondenkamp of rural Marion, Mikki (Seth) Larson of Marion; mother, Lola Savoia of Hillsboro; brothers, Kim (Nicole) Washmon of Leadville, Colorado, Greg (Donna) Washmon of rural Hillsboro; sisters, Cynthia (Roger) Fleming of Hillsboro, Jan McIntyre of Edmond, Oklahoma; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A public Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date due to COVID-19. Memorials to Caring Hands Humane Society in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Terrie Lee Todd

Isabelle “Bonnie” Tripp, 79, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born May 14, 1941 in Kanopolis to Isabelle “Mike” Perez and Carrie (Grise) Perez.

&nbsp; Bonnie was a lifetime resident of Kanopolis where she was a dedicated member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church. She could often be seen helping out at the church’s annual Fiesta and providing Bonnie’s Mexican Food at the annual Ft. Harker Days in Kanopolis. She was a CNA at the Good Samaritan Society in Ellsworth. Bonnie volunteered thousands of hours at the Good Sam following her retirement.

&nbsp; Bonnie is survived by her daughters, Della Tripp of Salina and Bobbie Tripp (Larry) of Kanopolis; son, Bond Tripp of Ellsworth; grandchildren, Jason Tripp (Bekah), Steven Tripp (Lori), Gregory Tripp (Lindsey), and Sarah Arensman (Courtney); great grandchildren, Brendan, Isabelle, Mykel, Ayden, Blake, Brody, Breckyn, Dominic, Nicole, Shelby, and Nathan; three great-great grandchildren; special person, Lyrik Hiellemyer; siblings, Dale Perez (Velma) of Gypsum, Mike Perez of Niles, and Mary Tripp (Jimmy) of Spring Hills, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ronald Grise; sisters, Frances Tripp, Georgia Ridriguez, and Juanita Perez; sister-in-law, Nancy Perez; and grandson, Michael Tripp.

&nbsp; Rosary and vigil: 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, Kanopolis.

&nbsp; A memorial mass will take place at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the church with inurnment following in the Kanopolis Cemetery.

&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to St. Ignatius Catholic Church, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Isabelle “Bonnie” Tripp, 79, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born May 14, 1941 in Kanopolis to Isabelle “Mike” Perez and Carrie (Grise) Perez.&nbsp; Bonnie was a lifetime resident of Kanopolis where she was a dedicated member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church. She could often be seen helping out at the church’s annual Fiesta and providing Bonnie’s Mexican Food at the annual Ft. Harker Days in Kanopolis. She was a CNA at the Good Samaritan Society in Ellsworth. Bonnie volunteered thousands of hours at the Good Sam following her retirement.&nbsp; Bonnie is survived by her daughters, Della Tripp of Salina and Bobbie Tripp (Larry) of Kanopolis; son, Bond Tripp of Ellsworth; grandchildren, Jason Tripp (Bekah), Steven Tripp (Lori), Gregory Tripp (Lindsey), and Sarah Arensman (Courtney); great grandchildren, Brendan, Isabelle, Mykel, Ayden, Blake, Brody, Breckyn, Dominic, Nicole, Shelby, and Nathan; three great-great grandchildren; special person, Lyrik Hiellemyer; siblings, Dale Perez (Velma) of Gypsum, Mike Perez of Niles, and Mary Tripp (Jimmy) of Spring Hills, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ronald Grise; sisters, Frances Tripp, Georgia Ridriguez, and Juanita Perez; sister-in-law, Nancy Perez; and grandson, Michael Tripp.&nbsp; Rosary and vigil: 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, Kanopolis.&nbsp; A memorial mass will take place at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the church with inurnment following in the Kanopolis Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to St. Ignatius Catholic Church, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Isabelle "Bonnie" (Perez) Tripp

John C. Shull, D.D.S., 81, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 in Ellsworth. He was born February 24, 1939 in Newton, KS to Adrian J. and Mary (Gray) Shull. Dr. Shull was a retired dentist having worked for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility for many years.

&nbsp; Dr. Shull is survived by two nephews, David and Joseph Laham of Potwin, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Karen Laham.

&nbsp; No services are planned at this time.

John C. Shull, D.D.S., 81, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 in Ellsworth. He was born February 24, 1939 in Newton, KS to Adrian J. and Mary (Gray) Shull. Dr. Shull was a retired dentist having worked for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility for many years.&nbsp; Dr. Shull is survived by two nephews, David and Joseph Laham of Potwin, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Karen Laham.&nbsp; No services are planned at this time.

John C. Shull

Keith Dwayne Maddox, 60, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 in Kansas City, Kansas. He was born August 1, 1960 in Lincoln, KS to Ernest Maddox, Jr. and Judith (Bunch) Maddox.

&nbsp; Keith is survived by his wife, Julie Maddox of rural Ellsworth Co.; sons, Cody Maddox (Heather) of Minneapolis and Kyle Maddox (Tacie) of Holyrood; daughter, Sarah Homeier (Levi) of Wilson; grandchildren, Kegan, Ely, Bentlee, Lynxx, and Jack Maddox, Kylee, Courtney, Cameron, and Emma Maddox, Caden Fanatia, and Eli, Rosalee, Declan, and Luke Homeier; siblings, Kenny and John Maddox, Pam Blackburn, and Starlla Teer. He was preceded in death by his parents.

&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Keith Dwayne Maddox, 60, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 in Kansas City, Kansas. He was born August 1, 1960 in Lincoln, KS to Ernest Maddox, Jr. and Judith (Bunch) Maddox.&nbsp; Keith is survived by his wife, Julie Maddox of rural Ellsworth Co.; sons, Cody Maddox (Heather) of Minneapolis and Kyle Maddox (Tacie) of Holyrood; daughter, Sarah Homeier (Levi) of Wilson; grandchildren, Kegan, Ely, Bentlee, Lynxx, and Jack Maddox, Kylee, Courtney, Cameron, and Emma Maddox, Caden Fanatia, and Eli, Rosalee, Declan, and Luke Homeier; siblings, Kenny and John Maddox, Pam Blackburn, and Starlla Teer. He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp; No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Keith Dwayne Maddox

Ellen Kathleen "Kathy" Young passed away peacefully on December 17, 2020, after a valiant, 3 week battle with acute myeloid leukemia.

Kathy was born in Newton, KS on February 3, 1943 to Clem and Margaret White.

Kathy attended Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; This is where she met the love of her life Wayne Young. &nbsp; She saw Wayne playing football on the TV during the 1961 Camilla Bowl and knew she was going to marry that man.&nbsp; Wayne saw Kathy walking through the student union, in a nice sweater, and knew he was going to marry her!&nbsp; They were married on July 26, 1964 in Newton, KS.

Kathy’s passion in life was teaching young children to read.&nbsp; She taught first grade for 25 and then after receiving her Masters in Reading from the University of Colorado she became an intervention reading teacher.&nbsp; She taught in Colorado Springs for 25&nbsp; years.

Wayne and Kathy retired in 2003 and built their dream home in Estes Park, Colorado.&nbsp; They loved hiking in the national park and sitting on the deck watching the birds.&nbsp; Family and friends loved visiting Estes and staying with Wayne and Kathy.&nbsp; While in Estes Park she enjoyed watching Sadie Rose play high school sports and they spent time cooking recipes from the family cookbook.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

In July 2020 it was time to get more help for her beloved husband Wayne as his dementia was too much for Kathy to manage on her own.&nbsp; So she moved back to Kansas and settled in Clay Center.&nbsp; Kathy was close to Wayne’s nursing home and was now able to spend time with her Kansas grandchildren.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching Lindley on the Topeka news, Luke and Carter’s football games and wrestling matches.&nbsp; She would help Carter and Margot with homework and reading several days a week.&nbsp;

She is survived by her soul mate of 57 years Wayne, her daughter Keri Vik of Estes Park, and her son Tyce Young (Crystal) of Clay Center.&nbsp; Her&nbsp; beloved grandchildren Sadie Rose Vik of Estes Park, Lindley Mae Lund of Topeka, Luke August Young, Carter Christan Young, and Margot Kathleen Young of Clay Center.&nbsp; Brother Larry White (Jolene) of Cinnicnati, OH, sister Donna Kay Lehner (John) of White Rock, NM and Bruce White (Betty) of North Newton, KS, Brother-in-law, Gary Steed of Wichita, Kansas and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lincoln School Project Lead c/o the funeral home.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 21 from 3-8PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, December 22, at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center.

The graveside will be livestreamed on our Facebook page.

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 </figure>Ellen Kathleen "Kathy" Young passed away peacefully on December 17, 2020, after a valiant, 3 week battle with acute myeloid leukemia.Kathy was born in Newton, KS on February 3, 1943 to Clem and Margaret White.Kathy attended Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; This is where she met the love of her life Wayne Young. &nbsp; She saw Wayne playing football on the TV during the 1961 Camilla Bowl and knew she was going to marry that man.&nbsp; Wayne saw Kathy walking through the student union, in a nice sweater, and knew he was going to marry her!&nbsp; They were married on July 26, 1964 in Newton, KS.Kathy’s passion in life was teaching young children to read.&nbsp; She taught first grade for 25 and then after receiving her Masters in Reading from the University of Colorado she became an intervention reading teacher.&nbsp; She taught in Colorado Springs for 25&nbsp; years.Wayne and Kathy retired in 2003 and built their dream home in Estes Park, Colorado.&nbsp; They loved hiking in the national park and sitting on the deck watching the birds.&nbsp; Family and friends loved visiting Estes and staying with Wayne and Kathy.&nbsp; While in Estes Park she enjoyed watching Sadie Rose play high school sports and they spent time cooking recipes from the family cookbook.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In July 2020 it was time to get more help for her beloved husband Wayne as his dementia was too much for Kathy to manage on her own.&nbsp; So she moved back to Kansas and settled in Clay Center.&nbsp; Kathy was close to Wayne’s nursing home and was now able to spend time with her Kansas grandchildren.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching Lindley on the Topeka news, Luke and Carter’s football games and wrestling matches.&nbsp; She would help Carter and Margot with homework and reading several days a week.&nbsp;She is survived by her soul mate of 57 years Wayne, her daughter Keri Vik of Estes Park, and her son Tyce Young (Crystal) of Clay Center.&nbsp; Her&nbsp; beloved grandchildren Sadie Rose Vik of Estes Park, Lindley Mae Lund of Topeka, Luke August Young, Carter Christan Young, and Margot Kathleen Young of Clay Center.&nbsp; Brother Larry White (Jolene) of Cinnicnati, OH, sister Donna Kay Lehner (John) of White Rock, NM and Bruce White (Betty) of North Newton, KS, Brother-in-law, Gary Steed of Wichita, Kansas and many nieces and nephews.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lincoln School Project Lead c/o the funeral home.Visitation will be held on Monday, December 21 from 3-8PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, December 22, at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center.The graveside will be livestreamed on our Facebook page.

Ellen Kathleen "Kathy" Young

Vada LoRayne (Ellis) Unrein was born August 10, 1940 at her parents’ home in Phillips County, Kansas, west of Phillipsburg to Arthur Ellis and Lucy Fern Gaines Ellis. She passed away peacefully Saturday morning, December 19, 2020 in Buhler, Kansas at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Center, which had been her home for the past 5 years.

&nbsp;&nbsp; Vada had three siblings, her two older brothers, Vincent Dean and Harold Lee, and baby sister Connie Fae.

&nbsp;&nbsp; As a child, she lived in several states with relatives when her parents divorced. She was raised by several aunts and uncles from the age of 5-15. When she moved back to Kansas to live with her father, she graduated from Gaylord Rural High School in 1958. After high school, she attended one year at Bethany Nazarene College in Bethany, Oklahoma. She wanted to be a nurse, but didn’t get to fulfill that dream. She lived in Denver for awhile and then moved to Beloit to live near her brother Harold and his family.

&nbsp;&nbsp; On October 5, 1963, Vada married Alvin A. Unrein, Sr. in Beloit. They met while she was waiting tables at what was then the Davidson’s Café. He asked her on a date, and they married a year later. Alvin had four children when they married, and they all decided to call her “Mops”, because they called their dad “Pops”. She enjoyed helping raise her four stepchildren, Alvin Jr., Raymond, Sharon, and Velda. Together, Vada and Alvin had two daughters, Janice and Shannon. They were blessed to celebrate their 40th&nbsp;Wedding Anniversary surrounded by family and friends in 2003.

&nbsp;&nbsp; Vada waited tables and cooked at various restaurants n Beloit, and began working at the Mitchell County Hospital as a cook. They were in need of a Dietary Manager, so she took correspondence classes and became certified to work in that capacity for 26 years before retirement. She was a life member of the VFW Women’s Auxiliary and the American Legion Women, holding different offices through the years.

&nbsp;&nbsp; Along with her family, Vada also loved her dogs. Peaches, Buddy, and Scruffy were three of her favorites. She loved spending time with her family, celebrating all the life events along the way. Through the years, she was able to take some fun memorable trips with Alvin, her children, and grandchildren. The highlights of her travels included Idaho, Oregon, Florida, California, Tennessee, along with several other states. Friday night Bingo at the VFW was always on her agenda after the week was over. Her sense of humor, storytelling, and infectious laugh will always be treasured.

&nbsp;&nbsp; After Alvin passed away, Vada moved to Hutchinson in 2007, where she worked as one of the lunch ladies at Morgan Elementary School for about seven years. She really enjoyed seeing the children every day. After developing some health issues that no longer allowed her to live by herself, she moved to Sunshine Meadows Retirement Center in Buhler, Kansas to their assisted living neighborhood. About a year and a half ago, she moved to their Heartland neighborhood, where she enjoyed the group activities, crocheting, reading and listening to books, and watching game shows on TV. She crocheted and made many beautiful afghans and quilts through the years for children, grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.

&nbsp;&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Alvin in 2005, brother Harold Lee Ellis, son Raymond, daughter-in-law Barbara Unrein, and son-in-law Arlen Gates.

&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include son Alvin A. Unrein, Jr. and wife Judy of Assaria, daughter-in-law Tamara Unrein of Wallace, daughter Sharon Otter and husband Paul of Great Bend, daughter Velda Gates of Hutchinson, daughter Janice Peters and husband Larry of Beloit, daughter Shannon Eisele and husband Michael of Cleveland, TN; 19 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Michael, Brian, Eric, Amy, Maruel, Ray Jr., Jamie, Misty, Madison, Katelyn, Miranda, Lydel, Lance, Stefanie, Matthew, Marty, Tyler, and David; 30 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; sister, Connie Bruning of Benton, AR; sister-in-law Rachel Ellis of Lawrence; brother Vincent Ellis of San Marcos, CA; along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

&nbsp;&nbsp; Family-only memorial services will be at 2 PM Tuesday, December 22 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home &amp; will be live-streamed, followed by public graveside services at Elmwood Cemetery in Beloit. Cremation has been chosen &amp; there will be no visitation. Memorials may be given to Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community.

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 </figure>Vada LoRayne (Ellis) Unrein was born August 10, 1940 at her parents’ home in Phillips County, Kansas, west of Phillipsburg to Arthur Ellis and Lucy Fern Gaines Ellis. She passed away peacefully Saturday morning, December 19, 2020 in Buhler, Kansas at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Center, which had been her home for the past 5 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Vada had three siblings, her two older brothers, Vincent Dean and Harold Lee, and baby sister Connie Fae.&nbsp;&nbsp; As a child, she lived in several states with relatives when her parents divorced. She was raised by several aunts and uncles from the age of 5-15. When she moved back to Kansas to live with her father, she graduated from Gaylord Rural High School in 1958. After high school, she attended one year at Bethany Nazarene College in Bethany, Oklahoma. She wanted to be a nurse, but didn’t get to fulfill that dream. She lived in Denver for awhile and then moved to Beloit to live near her brother Harold and his family.&nbsp;&nbsp; On October 5, 1963, Vada married Alvin A. Unrein, Sr. in Beloit. They met while she was waiting tables at what was then the Davidson’s Café. He asked her on a date, and they married a year later. Alvin had four children when they married, and they all decided to call her “Mops”, because they called their dad “Pops”. She enjoyed helping raise her four stepchildren, Alvin Jr., Raymond, Sharon, and Velda. Together, Vada and Alvin had two daughters, Janice and Shannon. They were blessed to celebrate their 40th&nbsp;Wedding Anniversary surrounded by family and friends in 2003.&nbsp;&nbsp; Vada waited tables and cooked at various restaurants n Beloit, and began working at the Mitchell County Hospital as a cook. They were in need of a Dietary Manager, so she took correspondence classes and became certified to work in that capacity for 26 years before retirement. She was a life member of the VFW Women’s Auxiliary and the American Legion Women, holding different offices through the years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Along with her family, Vada also loved her dogs. Peaches, Buddy, and Scruffy were three of her favorites. She loved spending time with her family, celebrating all the life events along the way. Through the years, she was able to take some fun memorable trips with Alvin, her children, and grandchildren. The highlights of her travels included Idaho, Oregon, Florida, California, Tennessee, along with several other states. Friday night Bingo at the VFW was always on her agenda after the week was over. Her sense of humor, storytelling, and infectious laugh will always be treasured.&nbsp;&nbsp; After Alvin passed away, Vada moved to Hutchinson in 2007, where she worked as one of the lunch ladies at Morgan Elementary School for about seven years. She really enjoyed seeing the children every day. After developing some health issues that no longer allowed her to live by herself, she moved to Sunshine Meadows Retirement Center in Buhler, Kansas to their assisted living neighborhood. About a year and a half ago, she moved to their Heartland neighborhood, where she enjoyed the group activities, crocheting, reading and listening to books, and watching game shows on TV. She crocheted and made many beautiful afghans and quilts through the years for children, grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Alvin in 2005, brother Harold Lee Ellis, son Raymond, daughter-in-law Barbara Unrein, and son-in-law Arlen Gates.&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include son Alvin A. Unrein, Jr. and wife Judy of Assaria, daughter-in-law Tamara Unrein of Wallace, daughter Sharon Otter and husband Paul of Great Bend, daughter Velda Gates of Hutchinson, daughter Janice Peters and husband Larry of Beloit, daughter Shannon Eisele and husband Michael of Cleveland, TN; 19 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Michael, Brian, Eric, Amy, Maruel, Ray Jr., Jamie, Misty, Madison, Katelyn, Miranda, Lydel, Lance, Stefanie, Matthew, Marty, Tyler, and David; 30 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; sister, Connie Bruning of Benton, AR; sister-in-law Rachel Ellis of Lawrence; brother Vincent Ellis of San Marcos, CA; along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; Family-only memorial services will be at 2 PM Tuesday, December 22 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home &amp; will be live-streamed, followed by public graveside services at Elmwood Cemetery in Beloit. Cremation has been chosen &amp; there will be no visitation. Memorials may be given to Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community.

Vada LoRayne (Ellis) Unrein

Betty J. Huffman was born on October 8, 1925 in Simpson, Kansas, the daughter of William L. and Susie B. Reeves Huffman. She died Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Hilltop Lodge in Beloit, Kansas at the age of 95.

Betty grew up and attended and graduated high school before heading to Kansas University, where she earned her bachelor's degree. From there, she was a lifelong KU fan and always enjoyed following basketball and football games.

For many years, she worked as a medical technologist. She was very "tech-savvy" and always had great interest in the newest phones.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, and she is survived by many friends.

Per her wishes, cremation was chosen and she did not wish to have any services. Memorials may be given to Solomon Valley Hospice or Hilltop Lodge.

Betty J. Huffman was born on October 8, 1925 in Simpson, Kansas, the daughter of William L. and Susie B. Reeves Huffman. She died Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Hilltop Lodge in Beloit, Kansas at the age of 95.Betty grew up and attended and graduated high school before heading to Kansas University, where she earned her bachelor's degree. From there, she was a lifelong KU fan and always enjoyed following basketball and football games.For many years, she worked as a medical technologist. She was very "tech-savvy" and always had great interest in the newest phones.Betty was preceded in death by her parents, and she is survived by many friends.Per her wishes, cremation was chosen and she did not wish to have any services. Memorials may be given to Solomon Valley Hospice or Hilltop Lodge.

Betty J. Huffman

Jimmy Duane Kibbe, age 75, passed away on Wednesday December 16, 2020 at Hilltop Lodge Nursing Home in Beloit, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on October 5, 1945 in Beloit, KS to Jacob &amp; Emma Gordon Kibbe.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; He graduated from Randall High 1963 and went on to attend one year at FHSU.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy December 30, 1964. Serving 8 years. In that time, he completed basic submarine school, Naval Training course, USN Nuc PWR school, &amp; Nuc PWR Train. Unit.&nbsp; He served on the USS Lewis &amp; Clark &amp; the USS Sand Lance.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;After his discharge he returned home to Randall, KS to farm with his brother. In January 1984 he married Martha File Helmbrecht where they lived on a farm S. of Randall for 16 years.&nbsp; He had some health issues that caused disabilities in 2000, and they moved to Beloit in 2001. In his earlier years he loved going to the Drag races. He also enjoyed watching KU basketball, the KC Chiefs, KC Royals (when they had a good year), NASCAR and Westerns.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob &amp; Emma, his in-laws, Marion and Evelyn File, brother, Kenneth &amp; wife Sue.

&nbsp;&nbsp; He is survived by wife Martha &amp; his step children, Angela (Blaine) Engelbert, Chris (Ranae) Helmbrecht, Beloit; brothers, Gordon (Betty) Kibbe, California, Robert (Mary Ann) Kibbe, Beloit, Ron (Jean) Kibbe, Lawrence, Ks; step-grandchildren, Jared Engelbert (fiancé Erin), Vincent (Brittany) Engelbert, and Megan Helmbrecht; twin great granddaughters, Eliana &amp; Lila Engelbert (born Oct. 5, 2020); In-laws, Charley (Kathy) File, Bill (Jodi) File, Deb (Scott) Treaster, Beloit, KS; long time good friends, Lonnie &amp; Sheila Myers and son Gatlin. Jewell, KS.&nbsp; He has numerous Nephews and Nieces that were very special to him.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; A family-only funeral Service will be on Monday, December 21, at Roberts Family Funeral Services, Beloit.&nbsp; Following the service there will be a Military Graveside service will be at the Randall Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-7 PM Sunday, December 20 at the funeral home. Face masks and social distancing will be required.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Solomon Valley Hospice and the Jewell Christian Church.

Jimmy Duane Kibbe, age 75, passed away on Wednesday December 16, 2020 at Hilltop Lodge Nursing Home in Beloit, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on October 5, 1945 in Beloit, KS to Jacob &amp; Emma Gordon Kibbe.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He graduated from Randall High 1963 and went on to attend one year at FHSU.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy December 30, 1964. Serving 8 years. In that time, he completed basic submarine school, Naval Training course, USN Nuc PWR school, &amp; Nuc PWR Train. Unit.&nbsp; He served on the USS Lewis &amp; Clark &amp; the USS Sand Lance.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;After his discharge he returned home to Randall, KS to farm with his brother. In January 1984 he married Martha File Helmbrecht where they lived on a farm S. of Randall for 16 years.&nbsp; He had some health issues that caused disabilities in 2000, and they moved to Beloit in 2001. In his earlier years he loved going to the Drag races. He also enjoyed watching KU basketball, the KC Chiefs, KC Royals (when they had a good year), NASCAR and Westerns.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob &amp; Emma, his in-laws, Marion and Evelyn File, brother, Kenneth &amp; wife Sue.&nbsp;&nbsp; He is survived by wife Martha &amp; his step children, Angela (Blaine) Engelbert, Chris (Ranae) Helmbrecht, Beloit; brothers, Gordon (Betty) Kibbe, California, Robert (Mary Ann) Kibbe, Beloit, Ron (Jean) Kibbe, Lawrence, Ks; step-grandchildren, Jared Engelbert (fiancé Erin), Vincent (Brittany) Engelbert, and Megan Helmbrecht; twin great granddaughters, Eliana &amp; Lila Engelbert (born Oct. 5, 2020); In-laws, Charley (Kathy) File, Bill (Jodi) File, Deb (Scott) Treaster, Beloit, KS; long time good friends, Lonnie &amp; Sheila Myers and son Gatlin. Jewell, KS.&nbsp; He has numerous Nephews and Nieces that were very special to him.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A family-only funeral Service will be on Monday, December 21, at Roberts Family Funeral Services, Beloit.&nbsp; Following the service there will be a Military Graveside service will be at the Randall Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-7 PM Sunday, December 20 at the funeral home. Face masks and social distancing will be required.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Solomon Valley Hospice and the Jewell Christian Church.

Jimmy Duane Kibbe

Maxine Grafe Block left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 14, 2020 at Diversicare in Council Grove, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine was born October 6, 1914 in Emmett, Idaho.&nbsp; She moved to San Diego, California in 1930 where she worked for Convair Aviation until 1946.&nbsp; In 1945 she met Glen Block, who was stationed in San Diego in the Navy.&nbsp; They married in 1946 and moved to a farm near White City, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine worked many years sewing at the Paragon Dress Factory in Herington and lived on the farm until Glen’s passing in 2004.&nbsp;

Glen and Maxine love dancing to the tunes of the Big Bands.&nbsp; Seeing Glen at more than 6 feet and Maxine at barely more than 5 feet twirl and glide across the floor was a special sight for all who saw them.&nbsp;

After Glen passed away in 2004, Maxine moved to Council Grove, but continued to drive to White City weekly to get her hair done.&nbsp; Maxine made many friends during time in Council Grove and continued to go dancing as often as she could.&nbsp; Maxine attended the Community Christian Church in Council Grove.

Maxine greatly enjoyed each birthday, especially from her 100th on.&nbsp; The warm wishes and kindness of the people of Council Grove continued each year including her 106th birthday this past October.&nbsp; There was usually something special planned for each of those “100 something” birthdays and Maxine loved each of them whether it was dancing at Diversicare or being featured on Channel 13 News.&nbsp;

Maxine really enjoyed her time at Diversicare of Council Grove.&nbsp; She spoke often of the kindness and great care she received from the staff.&nbsp; The family would like to thank all those who cared for Maxine, you were all very special to her.&nbsp;

She is survived by several nieces and nephews including Marlene Dalquest of Council Grove, as well as many great and great—great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to Diversicare of Council Grove and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, Kansas 66846.

Condolences may be left &nbsp;www.sawyerchapel.com.

A graveside service will be held later this spring.

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 </figure>Maxine Grafe Block left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 14, 2020 at Diversicare in Council Grove, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine was born October 6, 1914 in Emmett, Idaho.&nbsp; She moved to San Diego, California in 1930 where she worked for Convair Aviation until 1946.&nbsp; In 1945 she met Glen Block, who was stationed in San Diego in the Navy.&nbsp; They married in 1946 and moved to a farm near White City, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine worked many years sewing at the Paragon Dress Factory in Herington and lived on the farm until Glen’s passing in 2004.&nbsp;Glen and Maxine love dancing to the tunes of the Big Bands.&nbsp; Seeing Glen at more than 6 feet and Maxine at barely more than 5 feet twirl and glide across the floor was a special sight for all who saw them.&nbsp;After Glen passed away in 2004, Maxine moved to Council Grove, but continued to drive to White City weekly to get her hair done.&nbsp; Maxine made many friends during time in Council Grove and continued to go dancing as often as she could.&nbsp; Maxine attended the Community Christian Church in Council Grove.Maxine greatly enjoyed each birthday, especially from her 100th on.&nbsp; The warm wishes and kindness of the people of Council Grove continued each year including her 106th birthday this past October.&nbsp; There was usually something special planned for each of those “100 something” birthdays and Maxine loved each of them whether it was dancing at Diversicare or being featured on Channel 13 News.&nbsp;Maxine really enjoyed her time at Diversicare of Council Grove.&nbsp; She spoke often of the kindness and great care she received from the staff.&nbsp; The family would like to thank all those who cared for Maxine, you were all very special to her.&nbsp;She is survived by several nieces and nephews including Marlene Dalquest of Council Grove, as well as many great and great—great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to Diversicare of Council Grove and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, Kansas 66846.Condolences may be left &nbsp;www.sawyerchapel.com.A graveside service will be held later this spring.

Maxine Grafe Block

Corda Jane McMillan, age 92, entered into rest on Friday, December 18, 2020, at Cloud County Health Center, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on September 18, 1928 in Buffalo Township, Cloud County, Kansas to Harrold “Harry” Frederick and Bertha Jane (Vandeveer) Larsen.

Corda attended District 18 grade school and later graduated from Concordia High School.

On June 12, 1949 she married Stanley McMillan at the Presbyterian Church in Jamestown, Kansas.&nbsp; To this Union 3 children were born, Marion, Norman, and Howard.&nbsp; Corda was a homemaker, farm wife and most of all a loving mother and wife.

She was a member of the 1st&nbsp;United Methodist Church of Concordia and Jamestown, where she served as Treasurer for many years.&nbsp; She was a member of the Methodist Women’s Group and Buffalo Valley E.H.U. for 70 years.

Her hobbies included sewing, quilting, and her chickens.&nbsp; She also was active and loved preparing meals for Church dinners, auctions, and local farm sales.

She is survived by her husband, Stanley McMillan, Concordia, KS; sons, Marion McMillan (Kathy), Meeker, OK; Norman McMillan (Karla), Jamestown, KS; Howard McMillan (Shea), Concordia, KS; sister-in-law, Rita Larsen, Concordia, KS; Grandchildren, Melinda Miller (Michael), OKC, OK; Erik McMillan (Teri Jo), Meeker, OK; Lyle McMillan (Lauren), Shawnee, KS; Ashley Hutchinson (Brandt), Concordia, KS; Ryan McMillan (Thea), Concordia, KS; Macy McMillan, Concordia, KS; Riley McMillan, Concordia, KS;&nbsp; 13 Great Grandchildren with another on the way and numerous nieces and nephews.

Corda was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Bertha, sisters, Laverne Curry (Irvin), Agnes Rodgers (Edwin), Opal Gile (Clarence), brothers, Mervin Larsen (Nora), Glenn Larsen, Virgil Larsen (Ruby), and sister-in-law, Joyce Schurr (Orville).

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 21, 2020 from 1-8 pm at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.

Private family funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia with Pastor Melanie Adams officiating.

Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, rural Concordia.

Memorial contributions may be given to Fairview Cemetery in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com

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 </figure>Corda Jane McMillan, age 92, entered into rest on Friday, December 18, 2020, at Cloud County Health Center, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on September 18, 1928 in Buffalo Township, Cloud County, Kansas to Harrold “Harry” Frederick and Bertha Jane (Vandeveer) Larsen.Corda attended District 18 grade school and later graduated from Concordia High School.On June 12, 1949 she married Stanley McMillan at the Presbyterian Church in Jamestown, Kansas.&nbsp; To this Union 3 children were born, Marion, Norman, and Howard.&nbsp; Corda was a homemaker, farm wife and most of all a loving mother and wife.She was a member of the 1st&nbsp;United Methodist Church of Concordia and Jamestown, where she served as Treasurer for many years.&nbsp; She was a member of the Methodist Women’s Group and Buffalo Valley E.H.U. for 70 years.Her hobbies included sewing, quilting, and her chickens.&nbsp; She also was active and loved preparing meals for Church dinners, auctions, and local farm sales.She is survived by her husband, Stanley McMillan, Concordia, KS; sons, Marion McMillan (Kathy), Meeker, OK; Norman McMillan (Karla), Jamestown, KS; Howard McMillan (Shea), Concordia, KS; sister-in-law, Rita Larsen, Concordia, KS; Grandchildren, Melinda Miller (Michael), OKC, OK; Erik McMillan (Teri Jo), Meeker, OK; Lyle McMillan (Lauren), Shawnee, KS; Ashley Hutchinson (Brandt), Concordia, KS; Ryan McMillan (Thea), Concordia, KS; Macy McMillan, Concordia, KS; Riley McMillan, Concordia, KS;&nbsp; 13 Great Grandchildren with another on the way and numerous nieces and nephews.Corda was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Bertha, sisters, Laverne Curry (Irvin), Agnes Rodgers (Edwin), Opal Gile (Clarence), brothers, Mervin Larsen (Nora), Glenn Larsen, Virgil Larsen (Ruby), and sister-in-law, Joyce Schurr (Orville).Visitation will be held on Monday, December 21, 2020 from 1-8 pm at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.Private family funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia with Pastor Melanie Adams officiating.Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, rural Concordia.Memorial contributions may be given to Fairview Cemetery in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com

Corda Jane McMillan

Clayton Kempton, age 92, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Mt. Joseph Senior Village, Concordia KS.

He was born in Kingman, KS on November 23, 1928 to Mervin and Rosey (Snavely) Kempton.

He married Dolores June Pounds on June 21, 1948 in Palisade, CO.&nbsp; Dolores preceded Clayton in death on December 15, 1975. Clayton owned and operated his excavation company known as CW Kempton Construction Company in Montrose, CO.&nbsp; CW was a well respected businessman, a skilled craftsman, and big equipment operator. &nbsp;He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Montrose, CO. for over 50 years.

On November 23, 1976, he and JoAnn Detrixhe, from Concordia, were married in Concordia. KS. &nbsp;The couple resided in Clifton, KS the last 14 years. Over time, Clayton purchased land in the Concordia area and assisted Fred Detrixhe, his step-son, in farming the property and maintaining the farm equipment.

Clayton is survived by his wife, &nbsp;JoAnn (Detrixhe) Kempton., Daughter, Terri Watson (Robert), Littleton, CO.; Step-sons Jan Detrixhe (Pat), Fred Detrixhe (Cindy), each from Concordia, KS,. Phil Detrixhe, Kansas City, KS., &nbsp;Step-daughter, Pam Detrixhe (Paul), Philadelphia, PA &nbsp;two&nbsp;brothers, Larry Kempton (Betty), Grand Junction, CO.; Tom Kempton (Linda), Eagle, CO.; four sisters, Mary Groethe, Rapid City, SD.; Barbara Pyeatt (Melvin), Carlsbad, NM; Theresa Monte, Rio Rancho, NM.; Sharon Decker (Bill), Campo, CA; The couple had 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Clayton was preceded in death by his parents, Mervin and Rosey, a daughter, Paula Rose Stadel (Jerry), two brothers, Carmen and Denny Kempton and step-son, Richard Detrixhe.

Clayton will be laid to rest in Valley Lawns Cemetery in Montrose, Colorado. Due to COVID-19, no public service will be held in either Concordia or Montrose but a virtual memorial service is planned for a later date TBD.&nbsp;For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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 </figure>Clayton Kempton, age 92, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Mt. Joseph Senior Village, Concordia KS.He was born in Kingman, KS on November 23, 1928 to Mervin and Rosey (Snavely) Kempton.He married Dolores June Pounds on June 21, 1948 in Palisade, CO.&nbsp; Dolores preceded Clayton in death on December 15, 1975. Clayton owned and operated his excavation company known as CW Kempton Construction Company in Montrose, CO.&nbsp; CW was a well respected businessman, a skilled craftsman, and big equipment operator. &nbsp;He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Montrose, CO. for over 50 years.On November 23, 1976, he and JoAnn Detrixhe, from Concordia, were married in Concordia. KS. &nbsp;The couple resided in Clifton, KS the last 14 years. Over time, Clayton purchased land in the Concordia area and assisted Fred Detrixhe, his step-son, in farming the property and maintaining the farm equipment.Clayton is survived by his wife, &nbsp;JoAnn (Detrixhe) Kempton., Daughter, Terri Watson (Robert), Littleton, CO.; Step-sons Jan Detrixhe (Pat), Fred Detrixhe (Cindy), each from Concordia, KS,. Phil Detrixhe, Kansas City, KS., &nbsp;Step-daughter, Pam Detrixhe (Paul), Philadelphia, PA &nbsp;two&nbsp;brothers, Larry Kempton (Betty), Grand Junction, CO.; Tom Kempton (Linda), Eagle, CO.; four sisters, Mary Groethe, Rapid City, SD.; Barbara Pyeatt (Melvin), Carlsbad, NM; Theresa Monte, Rio Rancho, NM.; Sharon Decker (Bill), Campo, CA; The couple had 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.Clayton was preceded in death by his parents, Mervin and Rosey, a daughter, Paula Rose Stadel (Jerry), two brothers, Carmen and Denny Kempton and step-son, Richard Detrixhe.Clayton will be laid to rest in Valley Lawns Cemetery in Montrose, Colorado. Due to COVID-19, no public service will be held in either Concordia or Montrose but a virtual memorial service is planned for a later date TBD.&nbsp;For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

Clayton "CW" Kempton

&nbsp; Kenneth Sherraden, of Chapman, died on December 17, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital in Junction City, Kansas. Ken was 73 years old. Ken was born in Salina August 17, 1947, son of Eythel Evelyn “Teed” (Freeman) Sherraden and William Eugene “Bill” Sherraden. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Debra Ann (Sherraden) Mills. Ken was married to Janet Lorraine (Drinen) Sherraden on March 22, 1967. Ken and Janet had four children: Scott Tracy Sherraden and his wife Cindy of Hutchinson, Staci Sue (Sherraden) Rice and her husband Jeff of Hutchinson, Stephanie Ann (Sherraden) Chance and her husband Kennith “Brandon” of Tennessee, and Shawn Travis Sherraden and his wife Melissa of Chapman. Ken had 5 grandchildren: Timothy Sherraden, Brandon Sherraden, Adeline Sherraden, Jonathan Sherraden, and Evelyn Sherraden. Ken grew up in Kirwin Kansas and Chapman Kansas and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1965. Ken joined the Navy after high school and served as a radioman in the Vietnam War. Upon completion of military service, he graduated from Fort Hays State University with a degree in Zoology. He worked as a Natural and Cultural Resources Specialist for the Soil Conservation Service. Ken grew up a naturalist, and enjoyed bird watching and fishing. Private graveside services and inurnment of the ashes will be held in Chapman at the Indian Hill Cemetery in January. Online condolences may be left for the family through the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at www.londeenfuneralchapel.com. The family requests memorials be given to the Chapman Schools or the Fort Hays State University Biological Sciences Department. They may be sent in care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at PO Box 411, Chapman, KS 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Kenneth Sherraden, of Chapman, died on December 17, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital in Junction City, Kansas. Ken was 73 years old. Ken was born in Salina August 17, 1947, son of Eythel Evelyn “Teed” (Freeman) Sherraden and William Eugene “Bill” Sherraden. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Debra Ann (Sherraden) Mills. Ken was married to Janet Lorraine (Drinen) Sherraden on March 22, 1967. Ken and Janet had four children: Scott Tracy Sherraden and his wife Cindy of Hutchinson, Staci Sue (Sherraden) Rice and her husband Jeff of Hutchinson, Stephanie Ann (Sherraden) Chance and her husband Kennith “Brandon” of Tennessee, and Shawn Travis Sherraden and his wife Melissa of Chapman. Ken had 5 grandchildren: Timothy Sherraden, Brandon Sherraden, Adeline Sherraden, Jonathan Sherraden, and Evelyn Sherraden. Ken grew up in Kirwin Kansas and Chapman Kansas and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1965. Ken joined the Navy after high school and served as a radioman in the Vietnam War. Upon completion of military service, he graduated from Fort Hays State University with a degree in Zoology. He worked as a Natural and Cultural Resources Specialist for the Soil Conservation Service. Ken grew up a naturalist, and enjoyed bird watching and fishing. Private graveside services and inurnment of the ashes will be held in Chapman at the Indian Hill Cemetery in January. Online condolences may be left for the family through the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at www.londeenfuneralchapel.com. The family requests memorials be given to the Chapman Schools or the Fort Hays State University Biological Sciences Department. They may be sent in care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at PO Box 411, Chapman, KS 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth Sherraden

&nbsp; Lee Kauffman,96, passed away on December 18, 2020, at her residence in Newton, Kansas. She was born August 7,1924 in Barton County, Kansas to Ida and Siegmund Dietz. In 1948 Lee married Donald Doyle of Lakin, Kansas, who passed away in 1949. Lee and Derald Kauffman were married at Milberger, Kansas, on August 16, 1952, and were married for 50 years. Lee and Derald were lifelong Kansans, residing in Garden City and Scott City before settling in Abilene in 1963. Lee attended Salt City Business College in Hutchinson, then worked at Dun &amp; Bradstreet Corporation in Wichita. She was a homemaker and also a skin care consultant for Luzier Cosmetics for 43 years. Lee was a charter member of Abilene Christian Women’s Club, involved in First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years, and received the honor of being the oldest and longest serving volunteer at Abilene Memorial Health System in 2014. She enjoyed bowling for many years, often as part of a winning team, as well as crocheting and traveling. Lee was a loving mother and grandmother and people enjoyed her presence. Surviving her are daughters Mona (George) Krievins of Newton and Noreen (Ed) Fenton of Topeka, sister Esther Karst of Hoisington, and brother Markus (Caroline) Dietz of McPherson. Lee is also survived by grandsons Matt Stowe (fiance Nicole) of Overland Park, and Tony Stowe (girlfriend Emily) of Kansas City, step granddaughters Alaina (Matt) Martin of Austin, Texas, and Kayla (Caleb) Lind of Norfolk, Nebraska, and their families, which include eight great-grandchildren. A number of dear nieces and nephews and longtime friends also stayed connected with Lee throughout her long life. Lee was preceded in death by husband Don, husband Derald, her infant daughter, Donelda Doyle, and her sisters Rosa Nulik and Helen Landon, brothers Edwin Dietz and Luther Dietz, two nephews, Stan Karst and Loren Dietz, and great niece Amy Drake. A service to celebrate the life of Lee Kauffman will be held at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene on Wednesday, December 23 at 1:00 p.m. The family asks those attending to wear masks and seating will be limited due to COVID precautions. Lee will be laid to rest in the Abilene cemetery following the service. Memorials may be given to MHS Volunteer Corps in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. For those unable to attend, the service may be watched live at https://www.facebook.com/events/3612699965457652/&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Lee Kauffman,96, passed away on December 18, 2020, at her residence in Newton, Kansas. She was born August 7,1924 in Barton County, Kansas to Ida and Siegmund Dietz. In 1948 Lee married Donald Doyle of Lakin, Kansas, who passed away in 1949. Lee and Derald Kauffman were married at Milberger, Kansas, on August 16, 1952, and were married for 50 years. Lee and Derald were lifelong Kansans, residing in Garden City and Scott City before settling in Abilene in 1963. Lee attended Salt City Business College in Hutchinson, then worked at Dun &amp; Bradstreet Corporation in Wichita. She was a homemaker and also a skin care consultant for Luzier Cosmetics for 43 years. Lee was a charter member of Abilene Christian Women’s Club, involved in First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years, and received the honor of being the oldest and longest serving volunteer at Abilene Memorial Health System in 2014. She enjoyed bowling for many years, often as part of a winning team, as well as crocheting and traveling. Lee was a loving mother and grandmother and people enjoyed her presence. Surviving her are daughters Mona (George) Krievins of Newton and Noreen (Ed) Fenton of Topeka, sister Esther Karst of Hoisington, and brother Markus (Caroline) Dietz of McPherson. Lee is also survived by grandsons Matt Stowe (fiance Nicole) of Overland Park, and Tony Stowe (girlfriend Emily) of Kansas City, step granddaughters Alaina (Matt) Martin of Austin, Texas, and Kayla (Caleb) Lind of Norfolk, Nebraska, and their families, which include eight great-grandchildren. A number of dear nieces and nephews and longtime friends also stayed connected with Lee throughout her long life. Lee was preceded in death by husband Don, husband Derald, her infant daughter, Donelda Doyle, and her sisters Rosa Nulik and Helen Landon, brothers Edwin Dietz and Luther Dietz, two nephews, Stan Karst and Loren Dietz, and great niece Amy Drake. A service to celebrate the life of Lee Kauffman will be held at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene on Wednesday, December 23 at 1:00 p.m. The family asks those attending to wear masks and seating will be limited due to COVID precautions. Lee will be laid to rest in the Abilene cemetery following the service. Memorials may be given to MHS Volunteer Corps in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. For those unable to attend, the service may be watched live at https://www.facebook.com/events/3612699965457652/&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leona (Lee) E. Kauffman

MAX LAKE 88, OF ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS FORMERLY OF ABILENE DIED DECEMBER 14, 2020,AT SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS MEDICAL CENTER, ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS. HE WAS BORN JULY 26, 1932, AT MANCHESTER, KANSAS. 

FAMILY MOVED SEVERAL TIMES FROM MANCHESTER TO HILLSBORO, SETTLING IN SALINA, KANSAS, IN 1956. HE LIVED IN SALINA, UNTIL HIS MOTHER, MYRTLE LAKE, DIED AND THEN MOVED TO ABILENE, KANSAS, AFTER HE RETIRED. HE MOVED TO ARKANSAS CITY, IN 2014, TO BE NEAR HIS SISTER.

HE WAS IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY IN THE EARLY 1950'S, AND RECEIVED AN HONORABLE DISCHARGE.. UPON HIS RETURN TO SALINA, KANSAS, WORKED FOR BROWN AND BROWN CONSTRUCTION FOR A TIME, THEN OGBORN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AND LATER VARIOUS HOME BUILDERS AND RETIRED AS A HOME PAINTER. 

HE IS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS MOTHER AND FATHER, WALTER AND MYRTLE LAKE, BROTHERS ROBERT, MARVIN, LLOYD and WALTER JR, AND A SISTER ELIZABETH. 

HE IS SURVIVED BY HIS SISTER ELAINE SMITH AND HUSBAND MICHAEL, ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS, AND VARIOUS NEICES AND NEPHEWS. 

MR. LAKE WAS A MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN LEGION. 

THE FAMILY REQUESTS THAT IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, DONATIONS BE MADE TO YOUR FAVORITE CHARITY. THE FUNERAL WILL BE AT THE DANNER FUNERAL, ABILENE, KANSAS, DECEMBER 22, 2020, AT 10:00 .AM.

MAX LAKE 88, OF ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS FORMERLY OF ABILENE DIED DECEMBER 14, 2020,AT SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS MEDICAL CENTER, ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS. HE WAS BORN JULY 26, 1932, AT MANCHESTER, KANSAS. FAMILY MOVED SEVERAL TIMES FROM MANCHESTER TO HILLSBORO, SETTLING IN SALINA, KANSAS, IN 1956. HE LIVED IN SALINA, UNTIL HIS MOTHER, MYRTLE LAKE, DIED AND THEN MOVED TO ABILENE, KANSAS, AFTER HE RETIRED. HE MOVED TO ARKANSAS CITY, IN 2014, TO BE NEAR HIS SISTER.HE WAS IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY IN THE EARLY 1950'S, AND RECEIVED AN HONORABLE DISCHARGE.. UPON HIS RETURN TO SALINA, KANSAS, WORKED FOR BROWN AND BROWN CONSTRUCTION FOR A TIME, THEN OGBORN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AND LATER VARIOUS HOME BUILDERS AND RETIRED AS A HOME PAINTER. MR. LAKE WAS NEVER MARRIED. HE IS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS MOTHER AND FATHER, WALTER AND MYRTLE LAKE, BROTHERS ROBERT, MARVIN, LLOYD and WALTER JR, AND A SISTER ELIZABETH. HE IS SURVIVED BY HIS SISTER ELAINE SMITH AND HUSBAND MICHAEL, ARKANSAS CITY, KANSAS, AND VARIOUS NEICES AND NEPHEWS. MR. LAKE WAS A MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN LEGION. THE FAMILY REQUESTS THAT IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, DONATIONS BE MADE TO YOUR FAVORITE CHARITY. THE FUNERAL WILL BE AT THE DANNER FUNERAL, ABILENE, KANSAS, DECEMBER 22, 2020, AT 10:00 .AM.

MAX LAKE

Kevin Scott Moyer, 30, passed away peacefully in his wife and mothers' arms on Thursday, December 17, 2020.

Kevin was a proud alumnus of Southeast of Saline, SATC and MATC where he studied collision repair and auto repair. He eventually became a Machinist at Exline, Inc.

While in Manhattan, Kevin met his wife, Ashley. Two weeks after dating, they knew they had found their soul mates. They loved to travel, craft, and spend way too much time together. Kevin's two sons, Lincoln and Cole were the lights of his life. He was a wonderful father and did everything with them.

He is survived by his wife Ashley, sons Lincoln &amp; Cole, mother Stephanie, brothers Kyle (Erica) and Kurtis (Murphy) and nephews Thomas and William and numerous other family members and friends. He is preceeded in death by his father Eldon.

Visitation will be Monday, December 21, 4-8 p.m. with family receiving visitors 5-8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary in Salina.

Services will be Tuesday, December 22 at 2:30 p.m. at Rock House Pasture, Everheart Farm. Please meet at the Gypsum United Methodist Church parking lot at 2 p.m. and we will caravan as a group.

Memorials may be made to his children's education funds and Southeast of Saline to be used in their wood shop.

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 </figure>Kevin Scott Moyer, 30, passed away peacefully in his wife and mothers' arms on Thursday, December 17, 2020.Kevin was a proud alumnus of Southeast of Saline, SATC and MATC where he studied collision repair and auto repair. He eventually became a Machinist at Exline, Inc.While in Manhattan, Kevin met his wife, Ashley. Two weeks after dating, they knew they had found their soul mates. They loved to travel, craft, and spend way too much time together. Kevin's two sons, Lincoln and Cole were the lights of his life. He was a wonderful father and did everything with them.He is survived by his wife Ashley, sons Lincoln &amp; Cole, mother Stephanie, brothers Kyle (Erica) and Kurtis (Murphy) and nephews Thomas and William and numerous other family members and friends. He is preceeded in death by his father Eldon.Visitation will be Monday, December 21, 4-8 p.m. with family receiving visitors 5-8 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary in Salina.Services will be Tuesday, December 22 at 2:30 p.m. at Rock House Pasture, Everheart Farm. Please meet at the Gypsum United Methodist Church parking lot at 2 p.m. and we will caravan as a group.Memorials may be made to his children's education funds and Southeast of Saline to be used in their wood shop.

Kevin Scott Moyer

Donna Sue Lehner, 78, of McPherson, KS, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;She had been a McPherson resident for many years and was an agent for New York Life.

She was born January 15, 1942 in Norwich, Kansas, the daughter of Donald R. and Joyce A. (Lear) Moore.&nbsp;&nbsp;Donna graduated from Arlington (KS) High School in 1959. She then attended Hutchinson Junior College and went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Wichita State University.

In her earlier years, Donna was a school teacher in Goddard and Pretty Prairie. In 1977, she started her own business, Straw Weavers, which packaged wheat &amp; wreaths for the crafting industry. Donna was a member of First United Methodist Church (McPherson) and served on the McPherson City Planning and Zoning Board.

Survivors include: a daughter, Dinelle Hunsberger (Gavin) of Haven, KS; a brother, Robert Moore (Lois) of McPherson, KS; two granddaughters, Emily Holliday (Brad) of Shawnee, KS and Hayley Hunsberger (fiancé, Eric O’Donnell) of Mulvane, KS; and great-grandchildren, Greyson Kerschen, Tate Kerschen, Daphne Holliday, and Branson O’Donnell.

A graveside service will be held at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at McPherson Cemetery with Rev. Emily Spearman-Cannon officiating.&nbsp;

Memorial donations may be given to McPherson County Food Bank or the McPherson Shrine Club Children’s Hospital Travel Fund in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.

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 </figure>Donna Sue Lehner, 78, of McPherson, KS, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;She had been a McPherson resident for many years and was an agent for New York Life.She was born January 15, 1942 in Norwich, Kansas, the daughter of Donald R. and Joyce A. (Lear) Moore.&nbsp;&nbsp;Donna graduated from Arlington (KS) High School in 1959. She then attended Hutchinson Junior College and went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Wichita State University.In her earlier years, Donna was a school teacher in Goddard and Pretty Prairie. In 1977, she started her own business, Straw Weavers, which packaged wheat &amp; wreaths for the crafting industry. Donna was a member of First United Methodist Church (McPherson) and served on the McPherson City Planning and Zoning Board.Survivors include: a daughter, Dinelle Hunsberger (Gavin) of Haven, KS; a brother, Robert Moore (Lois) of McPherson, KS; two granddaughters, Emily Holliday (Brad) of Shawnee, KS and Hayley Hunsberger (fiancé, Eric O’Donnell) of Mulvane, KS; and great-grandchildren, Greyson Kerschen, Tate Kerschen, Daphne Holliday, and Branson O’Donnell.A graveside service will be held at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at McPherson Cemetery with Rev. Emily Spearman-Cannon officiating.&nbsp;Memorial donations may be given to McPherson County Food Bank or the McPherson Shrine Club Children’s Hospital Travel Fund in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.

Donna Sue Lehner

Alois J. “AJ” Younger, age 78, of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020, in Hays. He was born May 11, 1942, in Hays to Anthony “Tony” and Irene (Koerner) Younger. AJ was a retired oilfield worker. He is survived by AJ's children- Mark Younger and wife, Debra of Tabor City NC, David Younger of Ellsworth KS, Doug Younger and wife Brenda of Hays; Grandchildren, Chrissie Ewen and husband Jason; great grandchildren, Brianna, Austin, Hailey, Caden, and Logan; great- great grandchildren, Kallee, all from Davenport, Iowa, Corey Larson, Tyler Larson both of Russell, KS; a sister, Patricia Warner of Salina, KS.; 4 nieces and 4 nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Nathan Real. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Alois J. “AJ” Younger, age 78, of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020, in Hays. He was born May 11, 1942, in Hays to Anthony “Tony” and Irene (Koerner) Younger. AJ was a retired oilfield worker. He is survived by AJ's children- Mark Younger and wife, Debra of Tabor City NC, David Younger of Ellsworth KS, Doug Younger and wife Brenda of Hays; Grandchildren, Chrissie Ewen and husband Jason; great grandchildren, Brianna, Austin, Hailey, Caden, and Logan; great- great grandchildren, Kallee, all from Davenport, Iowa, Corey Larson, Tyler Larson both of Russell, KS; a sister, Patricia Warner of Salina, KS.; 4 nieces and 4 nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Nathan Real. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Alois J. 'AJ' Younger

Harold Dow “Buck” Carter was born in Wichita, KS and raised in McPherson, KS, graduating from McPherson High in 1966. He went directly into the Navy where he served in Vietnam. Very little of his war experiences were shared because it was something he didn’t want to remember and put it in other’s minds. He was plagued by agent-orange and had multiple health problems for many years. He worked for Johns Manville 20 + years, retiring with disability. He lived in Hillsboro, KS for many years after retirement.

Buck loved rock music, a very important part of his life. Queen, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Yes, Kansas, and many more kept him company over the years. He also loved old sitcoms knowing every episode, game shows, and most sporting events. Buck was an avid golfer, fisherman, gun enthusiast, loved the KC Chiefs, the Celtics, and the McPherson Bullpups, never missing a game until he could no longer attend due to health. He loved following the lives of his grandsons and nephews and nieces, always proud of their talents.

Buck leaves behind his son, Andrew Dow and wife, Dina, with their three sons, Zachery, Ethan, and Andrew of Lakewood, CA; brother, Tony Riley of Salina, KS; two sisters, Linda Kissick (Carl) of Marquette, KS and Dianna “Dee” Carter of Independence, KS; step-brother, Curtis Balzer of McPherson, KS; many nieces and nephews; and his loving cat companion of 10 years, Queen.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Dow Carter, Sr., and mother, Elmira Balzer.

He passed on Dec. 17, 2020, at the age of 72, in Wichita Wesley Woodlawn Hospital.

A graveside service with military honors will be held at the French Creek Cemetery Hillsboro, KS at a later date.

Memorial donations may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>

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 </figure>Harold Dow “Buck” Carter was born in Wichita, KS and raised in McPherson, KS, graduating from McPherson High in 1966. He went directly into the Navy where he served in Vietnam. Very little of his war experiences were shared because it was something he didn’t want to remember and put it in other’s minds. He was plagued by agent-orange and had multiple health problems for many years. He worked for Johns Manville 20 + years, retiring with disability. He lived in Hillsboro, KS for many years after retirement.Buck loved rock music, a very important part of his life. Queen, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Yes, Kansas, and many more kept him company over the years. He also loved old sitcoms knowing every episode, game shows, and most sporting events. Buck was an avid golfer, fisherman, gun enthusiast, loved the KC Chiefs, the Celtics, and the McPherson Bullpups, never missing a game until he could no longer attend due to health. He loved following the lives of his grandsons and nephews and nieces, always proud of their talents.Buck leaves behind his son, Andrew Dow and wife, Dina, with their three sons, Zachery, Ethan, and Andrew of Lakewood, CA; brother, Tony Riley of Salina, KS; two sisters, Linda Kissick (Carl) of Marquette, KS and Dianna “Dee” Carter of Independence, KS; step-brother, Curtis Balzer of McPherson, KS; many nieces and nephews; and his loving cat companion of 10 years, Queen.He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Dow Carter, Sr., and mother, Elmira Balzer.He passed on Dec. 17, 2020, at the age of 72, in Wichita Wesley Woodlawn Hospital.A graveside service with military honors will be held at the French Creek Cemetery Hillsboro, KS at a later date.Memorial donations may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>

Harold Dow 'Buck' Carter

Paul Vernon Smith, age 81, passed away peacefully at his home 
12-16-2020.&nbsp; He was born July 26, 1939 to Preston Odell Smith and Edna 
Mae Smith in Commerce, TX.&nbsp; The family returned to Conroe, TX until he 
was in the second grade.&nbsp; Here, a baby sister Mary Evelyn arrived in 
1945.&nbsp; From second grade to fifth grade he went to school back in 
Commerce.&nbsp; 

In 1950, Paul, his mother, known as Shine, and his sister 
moved to Oakley, KS.&nbsp; They joined his uncle, Dr. Jack Oney, who was in 
medical practice with Dr. James Marchbanks.&nbsp; Paul graduated from Oakley 
High School in 1957.&nbsp; He attended The University of Kansas and enrolled 
in the pre-pharmacy program.&nbsp; After the fall semester of 1958 he 
returned to Oakley and began working at Kenny’s Drug Store.&nbsp; 

Here he met
 an Army recruiter and chose to join the Army versus being drafted.&nbsp; He 
took his military oath in March of 1959.&nbsp; He served as an Army Medic in 
the Korean Demilitarized Zone with the 15th Administration company of the 1st
 Cavalry Division.&nbsp; While stationed at Ft. Riley, KS he was reacquainted
 with Marjorie Stoecker, who was a student at The University of Kansas 
State.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in March of 1962 and moved to 
Houston, TX to be with his mother and sister.&nbsp; 

He and Marjorie continued
 their romance and they were married on 8-24-1963 in Mound City, KS.&nbsp; 
They lived in Houston where Paul continued his education at The 
University of Houston.&nbsp; He graduated with a bachelor of science in 
pharmacy in 1969.&nbsp; On an icy February day in 1970, Paul, Marge, Paula 
and Brad moved to Oakley where Paul went to work at Kenny’s Drug Store 
following the death of Kenny Kost.&nbsp; During the 70’s, three more children
 blessed the family, Pamela, Brian and Jeffrey.&nbsp; 

It was also during this
 time Paul and Marge bought the pharmacy and Paul’s Pharmacy opened on 
Center Street and remained there until he closed the pharmacy in 2003.&nbsp; 
Marge passed away in March of 2000.&nbsp; On 8-18-2001 Paul married Dee Ann 
Ratliff and they started their new journey together.&nbsp; Paul and Dee Ann 
were able to enjoy time traveling.&nbsp; They went on an Alaskan cruise and 
were able to see the lovely beaches of Maui and Oahu.&nbsp; One of their 
highlights was a Shrine cruise down the Rhine River and a stop over in 
Amsterdam.&nbsp; 

Paul was active in the Oakley community and his children’s 
lives.&nbsp; He was a Cub Scout pack leader, 4-H Project Leader, T-ball coach
 and active in the Logan County Shrine Club and Masonic Lodge.&nbsp; Paul was
 a Scottish Rite member and a 32nd degree Mason.&nbsp; Due to his 
military service he was inducted into the Shrine Legion of Honor.&nbsp; Paul 
was very proud of his military service and it carried over to his love 
of military history.&nbsp; In 2020 Paul was selected to take an Honor Flight 
to Washington, D.C. to tour the war memorials.&nbsp; In later years Paul’s 
favorite time was spent with his children and watching his 
grand-children play together.&nbsp; He was a strong man and survived 2 major 
cancers.&nbsp; Over time his health was slowly fading, but he was always 
positive. He is survived by his wife, Dee Ann; children, Paula 
and Brad Clement of Greeley, CO, Brad and Becky Smith of Olathe, KS, Pam
 and Mike White of Prairie Village, KS, Brian and Kelley Smith of 
Wichita, KS, Jeff and Stacie Smith of Wichita, KS; Step-son, Darren and 
Clarissa Eichenauer of Salina, KS; grandchildren, Madeline, Brady, 
Hudson, Chloe, Mason, Gibson, Jorie, Ashley and Jessica; 
great-grandchild, Falynn; sister, Mary Godfrey of Katie, TX and many 
nieces and nephews. Services will be 11:00 am Monday, December 
21, 2020 at the Oakley Christian Church, with Masonic Rites and Military
 Honors.&nbsp; Graveside service to follow at the Oakley Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation:&nbsp; 5 - 8 p.m. Sunday, December 20, at Kennedy-Koster Funeral 
Home.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s name may be made to the 
Shriner’s Children's Hospital - Travel Fund for Families, and may be 
sent in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P. O. Box 221, Oakley 
67748.

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 </figure>Paul Vernon Smith, age 81, passed away peacefully at his home 
12-16-2020.&nbsp; He was born July 26, 1939 to Preston Odell Smith and Edna 
Mae Smith in Commerce, TX.&nbsp; The family returned to Conroe, TX until he 
was in the second grade.&nbsp; Here, a baby sister Mary Evelyn arrived in 
1945.&nbsp; From second grade to fifth grade he went to school back in 
Commerce.&nbsp; In 1950, Paul, his mother, known as Shine, and his sister 
moved to Oakley, KS.&nbsp; They joined his uncle, Dr. Jack Oney, who was in 
medical practice with Dr. James Marchbanks.&nbsp; Paul graduated from Oakley 
High School in 1957.&nbsp; He attended The University of Kansas and enrolled 
in the pre-pharmacy program.&nbsp; After the fall semester of 1958 he 
returned to Oakley and began working at Kenny’s Drug Store.&nbsp; Here he met
 an Army recruiter and chose to join the Army versus being drafted.&nbsp; He 
took his military oath in March of 1959.&nbsp; He served as an Army Medic in 
the Korean Demilitarized Zone with the 15th Administration company of the 1st
 Cavalry Division.&nbsp; While stationed at Ft. Riley, KS he was reacquainted
 with Marjorie Stoecker, who was a student at The University of Kansas 
State.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in March of 1962 and moved to 
Houston, TX to be with his mother and sister.&nbsp; He and Marjorie continued
 their romance and they were married on 8-24-1963 in Mound City, KS.&nbsp; 
They lived in Houston where Paul continued his education at The 
University of Houston.&nbsp; He graduated with a bachelor of science in 
pharmacy in 1969.&nbsp; On an icy February day in 1970, Paul, Marge, Paula 
and Brad moved to Oakley where Paul went to work at Kenny’s Drug Store 
following the death of Kenny Kost.&nbsp; During the 70’s, three more children
 blessed the family, Pamela, Brian and Jeffrey.&nbsp; It was also during this
 time Paul and Marge bought the pharmacy and Paul’s Pharmacy opened on 
Center Street and remained there until he closed the pharmacy in 2003.&nbsp; 
Marge passed away in March of 2000.&nbsp; On 8-18-2001 Paul married Dee Ann 
Ratliff and they started their new journey together.&nbsp; Paul and Dee Ann 
were able to enjoy time traveling.&nbsp; They went on an Alaskan cruise and 
were able to see the lovely beaches of Maui and Oahu.&nbsp; One of their 
highlights was a Shrine cruise down the Rhine River and a stop over in 
Amsterdam.&nbsp; Paul was active in the Oakley community and his children’s 
lives.&nbsp; He was a Cub Scout pack leader, 4-H Project Leader, T-ball coach
 and active in the Logan County Shrine Club and Masonic Lodge.&nbsp; Paul was
 a Scottish Rite member and a 32nd degree Mason.&nbsp; Due to his 
military service he was inducted into the Shrine Legion of Honor.&nbsp; Paul 
was very proud of his military service and it carried over to his love 
of military history.&nbsp; In 2020 Paul was selected to take an Honor Flight 
to Washington, D.C. to tour the war memorials.&nbsp; In later years Paul’s 
favorite time was spent with his children and watching his 
grand-children play together.&nbsp; He was a strong man and survived 2 major 
cancers.&nbsp; Over time his health was slowly fading, but he was always 
positive. He is survived by his wife, Dee Ann; children, Paula 
and Brad Clement of Greeley, CO, Brad and Becky Smith of Olathe, KS, Pam
 and Mike White of Prairie Village, KS, Brian and Kelley Smith of 
Wichita, KS, Jeff and Stacie Smith of Wichita, KS; Step-son, Darren and 
Clarissa Eichenauer of Salina, KS; grandchildren, Madeline, Brady, 
Hudson, Chloe, Mason, Gibson, Jorie, Ashley and Jessica; 
great-grandchild, Falynn; sister, Mary Godfrey of Katie, TX and many 
nieces and nephews. Services will be 11:00 am Monday, December 
21, 2020 at the Oakley Christian Church, with Masonic Rites and Military
 Honors.&nbsp; Graveside service to follow at the Oakley Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation:&nbsp; 5 - 8 p.m. Sunday, December 20, at Kennedy-Koster Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s name may be made to the 
Shriner’s Children's Hospital - Travel Fund for Families, and may be 
sent in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P. O. Box 221, Oakley 
67748.

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