Donald “Wayne” Gesaman, 74, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. He worked at Chance Mfg., Gates Learjet, and Tramco, all of Wichita, KS. Wayne was born on October 25, 1946, in Wichita, KS, the son of Donald Kenneth and Ruby (Bannan) Gesaman. Survivors include: children, Danny Gesaman (Christine) of Canton, KS, Diana Groote (Tim) of McPherson, KS, Joshua Gesaman (Starla) of McPherson, KS, and Nicole Dixon (Linus) of McPherson, KS; a brother, Kenneth ‘Buddy” Gesaman of Wichita, KS; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Virginia Gesaman and Donna Pless, and granddaughter, Rebecca Deist. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Crestwood Memorial Park, McPherson. Masks will be required. Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Donald “Wayne” Gesaman, 74, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. He worked at Chance Mfg., Gates Learjet, and Tramco, all of Wichita, KS. Wayne was born on October 25, 1946, in Wichita, KS, the son of Donald Kenneth and Ruby (Bannan) Gesaman. Survivors include: children, Danny Gesaman (Christine) of Canton, KS, Diana Groote (Tim) of McPherson, KS, Joshua Gesaman (Starla) of McPherson, KS, and Nicole Dixon (Linus) of McPherson, KS; a brother, Kenneth ‘Buddy” Gesaman of Wichita, KS; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Virginia Gesaman and Donna Pless, and granddaughter, Rebecca Deist. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Crestwood Memorial Park, McPherson. Masks will be required. Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald “Wayne” Gesaman

Jay Marcotte, age 59, died December 14, 2020.&nbsp; He was born to Alfred and Maxine (Rasmussen) Marcotte on October 16, 1961 in Manhattan, KS. Jay was a 1979 graduate of Clay Center Community High School and attended a couple years of Vo-Tech School in Salina, KS. He worked as a millwright for Cromwell in Salina before moving back to Morganville, where he worked as a machinist for Mellies Products in Morganville, KS as well as for American Sealants in Clay Center. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Sister: Deborah and husband Lanny Crawford of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Chris and wife Regina Marcotte of Salina, KS

Sister: Michelle and husband Mark Friedrich of Clay Center, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, December 23, 2020 from 3-6 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Burial:&nbsp;Private burial will take place at a later date

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jay Marcotte Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

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 </figure>Jay Marcotte, age 59, died December 14, 2020.&nbsp; He was born to Alfred and Maxine (Rasmussen) Marcotte on October 16, 1961 in Manhattan, KS. Jay was a 1979 graduate of Clay Center Community High School and attended a couple years of Vo-Tech School in Salina, KS. He worked as a millwright for Cromwell in Salina before moving back to Morganville, where he worked as a machinist for Mellies Products in Morganville, KS as well as for American Sealants in Clay Center. He is preceded in death by his parents.Survivors:Sister: Deborah and husband Lanny Crawford of Clay Center, KSBrother: Chris and wife Regina Marcotte of Salina, KSSister: Michelle and husband Mark Friedrich of Clay Center, KSSeveral Nieces and NephewsVisitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, December 23, 2020 from 3-6 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSBurial:&nbsp;Private burial will take place at a later dateMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jay Marcotte Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Jay Marcotte

Hazel Ruth Thomas, age 88, of Dwight, Kansas, passed away December 16, 2020 at Diversicare of Council Grove. She was born March 10, 1932 in Birch Tree, Missouri, the daughter of Clarence and Estelle (Haven) Thompson. She married Dale Thomas in 1954 and made their home in Kansas.&nbsp; To this union, they had three children: James, Diana and Larry. Hazel was a homemaker.&nbsp; After their children were grown she worked in the Junction City area, holding different positions for JC Penney.

She was a member of Dwight United Methodist Church, UMW, Order of Eastern Star, American Legion Auxiliary, and the Dwight Library Board. Other than volunteering her time, she was also an avid reader.&nbsp; She enjoyed working in her vegetable and flower gardens and loved spending time with her family.

Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, husband Dale, daughter Diana, and son Larry. She is survived by her son Jim Thomas and wife Luretta, grandchildren Joshua, Christina, Hannah, Rachel and Deborah.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 2:00, Monday, December 21st, at Dwight Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required.&nbsp;

A private burial was held prior.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Dwight Library and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Condolences may be left www.sawyerchapel.com.

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 </figure>Hazel Ruth Thomas, age 88, of Dwight, Kansas, passed away December 16, 2020 at Diversicare of Council Grove. She was born March 10, 1932 in Birch Tree, Missouri, the daughter of Clarence and Estelle (Haven) Thompson. She married Dale Thomas in 1954 and made their home in Kansas.&nbsp; To this union, they had three children: James, Diana and Larry. Hazel was a homemaker.&nbsp; After their children were grown she worked in the Junction City area, holding different positions for JC Penney.She was a member of Dwight United Methodist Church, UMW, Order of Eastern Star, American Legion Auxiliary, and the Dwight Library Board. Other than volunteering her time, she was also an avid reader.&nbsp; She enjoyed working in her vegetable and flower gardens and loved spending time with her family.Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, husband Dale, daughter Diana, and son Larry. She is survived by her son Jim Thomas and wife Luretta, grandchildren Joshua, Christina, Hannah, Rachel and Deborah.A graveside memorial service will be held at 2:00, Monday, December 21st, at Dwight Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required.&nbsp;A private burial was held prior.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Dwight Library and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.Condolences may be left www.sawyerchapel.com.

Hazel Ruth Thomas

December 11, 1974~December 16, 2020(age 46)

Shane’s life began on December 11, 1974 in Riverton, WY.&nbsp; He was the son of Kenton J. “Sonny” and Ellen O. (Alexander) Poynter.&nbsp; Shane worked as a bartender at Hanks and Checker’s and other local taverns over the years.&nbsp; He was also a cook for several restaurants. Shane was very artistic and loved to draw.&nbsp; He enjoyed conversation and was an excellent “B.S” artist.&nbsp; He was a skilled wood worker as well.&nbsp;

He is survived by his son Chance Traveller Standridge of North Dakota, siblings Tim (Paula) Standridge of Latimer, Aaron Paynter of Park City, MT, Brian Standridge of North Dakota and Kristy Standridge of North Dakota and his father Sonny (Pat Johnson) Standridge of Yuma, AZ.&nbsp;

Shane passed away on December 16, 2020 at Herington Hospital.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his mother Ellen and step father Steven Poynter, and brother Owen Poynter.

&nbsp;Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Shane’s name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Shane at www.ymzfh.com.

<h2>Shane L. Standridge</h2>December 11, 1974~December 16, 2020(age 46)Shane’s life began on December 11, 1974 in Riverton, WY.&nbsp; He was the son of Kenton J. “Sonny” and Ellen O. (Alexander) Poynter.&nbsp; Shane worked as a bartender at Hanks and Checker’s and other local taverns over the years.&nbsp; He was also a cook for several restaurants. Shane was very artistic and loved to draw.&nbsp; He enjoyed conversation and was an excellent “B.S” artist.&nbsp; He was a skilled wood worker as well.&nbsp;He is survived by his son Chance Traveller Standridge of North Dakota, siblings Tim (Paula) Standridge of Latimer, Aaron Paynter of Park City, MT, Brian Standridge of North Dakota and Kristy Standridge of North Dakota and his father Sonny (Pat Johnson) Standridge of Yuma, AZ.&nbsp;Shane passed away on December 16, 2020 at Herington Hospital.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his mother Ellen and step father Steven Poynter, and brother Owen Poynter.&nbsp;Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Shane’s name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Shane at www.ymzfh.com.

Shane L. Standridge

August 5, 1920~December 15, 2020(age 100)

Eldon's life began on August 5, 1920 in Shady Brook, KS.  He was the son of Adolph and Ida May (Chalker) Weber. 

 He was educated through the 8th grade at Immanuel Lutheran Church School.  

Eldon was united in marriage to Emma Winter on August 18, 1946 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Durham. 

 He was a farmer and stockman for most of his life.  Eldon also worked 14 years at Fort Riley, another 7 years at Herington Municipal Hospital and briefly for the Cathins IGA. 

 He was a faithful member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. 

 His loving family includes his sons Vernon (Mary) Weber of Herington and Marvin (Shari) Weber of Vassar; grandchildren Jeremiah "J.D." Weber of Austin, TX, Joshua (Kim) Weber of Louisburg, KS, Joy (Kyle) Martin of Lake Villa, IL, Ben Weber of Mooresville, NC, Sophia Weber of Herington and Luke (Cassia) Weber of Omaha; great grandchildren Kaden, Adelyn, and Carter Martins and Jacob Weber and Elliott Weber.  

Eldon passed away on December 15, 2020 at Legacy of Herington. 

 He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, brother Milton Weber and sister Lola Mae Teetzen. 

 His family will gather with friends on Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church where his funeral will be held at 2 p.m. at the church.  He will be laid to rest in Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.  Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Eldon at www.ymzfh.com .&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure><h2>Eldon G. Weber</h2>August 5, 1920~December 15, 2020(age 100)Eldon's life began on August 5, 1920 in Shady Brook, KS. He was the son of Adolph and Ida May (Chalker) Weber. He was educated through the 8th grade at Immanuel Lutheran Church School. Eldon was united in marriage to Emma Winter on August 18, 1946 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Durham. He was a farmer and stockman for most of his life. Eldon also worked 14 years at Fort Riley, another 7 years at Herington Municipal Hospital and briefly for the Cathins IGA. He was a faithful member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. His loving family includes his sons Vernon (Mary) Weber of Herington and Marvin (Shari) Weber of Vassar; grandchildren Jeremiah "J.D." Weber of Austin, TX, Joshua (Kim) Weber of Louisburg, KS, Joy (Kyle) Martin of Lake Villa, IL, Ben Weber of Mooresville, NC, Sophia Weber of Herington and Luke (Cassia) Weber of Omaha; great grandchildren Kaden, Adelyn, and Carter Martins and Jacob Weber and Elliott Weber. Eldon passed away on December 15, 2020 at Legacy of Herington. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, brother Milton Weber and sister Lola Mae Teetzen. His family will gather with friends on Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church where his funeral will be held at 2 p.m. at the church. He will be laid to rest in Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Eldon at www.ymzfh.com .&nbsp; &nbsp;

Eldon G. Weber

Kenneth John Hiegert, age 96, died December 13, 2020, at Diversicare in Council Grove, Kansas. Kenneth was born in St. Mary’s, Kansas on December 6, 1924 to Annie Catherine (Hutley), and Anthony Paul Hiegert. 

After graduating from Paxico High School, he married Adella (Dell) Ann Hiegert on January 12, 1948. They resided in Paxico briefly before moving to Jetmore, Kansas for his job and eventually settled in Council Grove, Kansas, where they built their lifelong farm and cattle business. 

Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, his parents, brothers (Henry Hiegert, Eugene Hiegert, and Paul Hiegert); sister-in-law Rita Hiegert, sister (Dorothy Dieter), and brother-in-law, Jack Dieter. 

He is survived by five children: Judy Shipman (Bill), Kenneth E. Hiegert (Terry), Peg Taylor, Steve Hiegert (Valerie) of Council Grove, and Terri Baker of Tucson, Arizona. He was blessed with seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and one great, great grandchild. 

A lifelong member of St. Rose Catholic Church, he belonged to the Knights of Columbus and served as a treasurer for many years. 

He was a WW11 veteran and served his country in the Army with a tour of active duty in the Philippines, earning the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Good Conduct Medal, and WW11 Victory Medal, and was honorably discharged in 1946. 

He was also active in the American Hereford Association. 

He will be warmly remembered by his love of family, the farm, and his registered Hereford cattle herd. 

He especially loved to travel and enjoyed many family vacations, always providing humor and his own perspective on the scenery and people he encountered on the trip. 

Family will fondly remember his outgoing personality, love of conversation, and his ability to always make friends wherever he traveled. 

He spent many hours tending to his cattle herd and loved being outdoors working the land as he built the family farm. He took great pride in his gardening skills and was quick to share the fruits of his work with family and neighbors. He also derived great pleasure from owning registered coonhounds, and logged many hours in the woods coonhunting with friends. 

He always had time to visit with the neighbors and friends over a cup of coffee or provide a helping hand when needed. 

His strong faith, love of family, and respect for the land will live on in our memories as we miss him daily. 

A private graveside service with memorial mass is planned for a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose Catholic Church. They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, 137 North Union Street, Council Grove, KS 66846.

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 </figure>Kenneth John Hiegert, age 96, died December 13, 2020, at Diversicare in Council Grove, Kansas. Kenneth was born in St. Mary’s, Kansas on December 6, 1924 to Annie Catherine (Hutley), and Anthony Paul Hiegert. After graduating from Paxico High School, he married Adella (Dell) Ann Hiegert on January 12, 1948. They resided in Paxico briefly before moving to Jetmore, Kansas for his job and eventually settled in Council Grove, Kansas, where they built their lifelong farm and cattle business. Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, his parents, brothers (Henry Hiegert, Eugene Hiegert, and Paul Hiegert); sister-in-law Rita Hiegert, sister (Dorothy Dieter), and brother-in-law, Jack Dieter. He is survived by five children: Judy Shipman (Bill), Kenneth E. Hiegert (Terry), Peg Taylor, Steve Hiegert (Valerie) of Council Grove, and Terri Baker of Tucson, Arizona. He was blessed with seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and one great, great grandchild. A lifelong member of St. Rose Catholic Church, he belonged to the Knights of Columbus and served as a treasurer for many years. He was a WW11 veteran and served his country in the Army with a tour of active duty in the Philippines, earning the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Good Conduct Medal, and WW11 Victory Medal, and was honorably discharged in 1946. He was also active in the American Hereford Association. He will be warmly remembered by his love of family, the farm, and his registered Hereford cattle herd. He especially loved to travel and enjoyed many family vacations, always providing humor and his own perspective on the scenery and people he encountered on the trip. Family will fondly remember his outgoing personality, love of conversation, and his ability to always make friends wherever he traveled. He spent many hours tending to his cattle herd and loved being outdoors working the land as he built the family farm. He took great pride in his gardening skills and was quick to share the fruits of his work with family and neighbors. He also derived great pleasure from owning registered coonhounds, and logged many hours in the woods coonhunting with friends. He always had time to visit with the neighbors and friends over a cup of coffee or provide a helping hand when needed. His strong faith, love of family, and respect for the land will live on in our memories as we miss him daily. A private graveside service with memorial mass is planned for a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose Catholic Church. They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, 137 North Union Street, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Kenneth John Hiegert

Adolph Charbonneau, age 87, left this earthly life surrounded by his family at his home in rural Concordia, KS.&nbsp; He was born on May 31, 1933 in rural Cloud County, KS to Fremont Adolph &amp; Barbara Agatha (Mentgen) Charbonneau.

He graduated from Concordia Catholic High School in 1952.&nbsp; He served in the US Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He married Elizabeth “Beth” Cole Nelson on May 5, 1979 and became a family with her children, Jeffrey &amp; Julie Nelson.&nbsp; He owned and operated C &amp; C Truck Line for over 50 years.&nbsp; He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, a lifetime member of American Legion Post #76, VFW Post #588, Moose Lodge #1428 and the ELKS Lodge.

He is survived by his wife, Beth, Concordia; son, Jeff Nelson (Nicole), Concordia; daughter, Julie Crowley (James), Tonganoxie; grandchildren, MaKayla Nelson (Tanner Gilbert), Olivia Nelson (Erik Scott) &amp; Kaitlyn Nelson &amp; Emilie &amp; Alex Crowley; godchildren, Sean Wallace, Catherine Hutton, Shannon Heath &amp; their families; brothers, Vincent (Edna), Marshall, Gene (Virginia), Irvin (Nola) all of Concordia and Bill (Delores), Beloit; sisters, Louise Summers &amp; Joan Pentico (Derry), Concordia; brother in law, Craig Cole (Rosanne); nieces, nephews, friends including a host of fellow truck drivers and C &amp; C customers.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother in law, Gary Summers &amp; sisters in law, Virginia A. &amp; Mary Charbonneau.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 am, Mon., Dec. 21, 2020 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia with Fr. David Metz officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Concordia Cemetery with Military honors by American Legion Post #76 &amp; VFW Post #588.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1-8 pm with a Rosary service at 6 pm on Sun., Dec. 20, 2020 at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia and the family greeting friends following the rosary.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Concordia FFA, Meadowlark Hospice or St. Concordia Cemetery Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Adolph Charbonneau, age 87, left this earthly life surrounded by his family at his home in rural Concordia, KS.&nbsp; He was born on May 31, 1933 in rural Cloud County, KS to Fremont Adolph &amp; Barbara Agatha (Mentgen) Charbonneau.He graduated from Concordia Catholic High School in 1952.&nbsp; He served in the US Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He married Elizabeth “Beth” Cole Nelson on May 5, 1979 and became a family with her children, Jeffrey &amp; Julie Nelson.&nbsp; He owned and operated C &amp; C Truck Line for over 50 years.&nbsp; He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, a lifetime member of American Legion Post #76, VFW Post #588, Moose Lodge #1428 and the ELKS Lodge.He is survived by his wife, Beth, Concordia; son, Jeff Nelson (Nicole), Concordia; daughter, Julie Crowley (James), Tonganoxie; grandchildren, MaKayla Nelson (Tanner Gilbert), Olivia Nelson (Erik Scott) &amp; Kaitlyn Nelson &amp; Emilie &amp; Alex Crowley; godchildren, Sean Wallace, Catherine Hutton, Shannon Heath &amp; their families; brothers, Vincent (Edna), Marshall, Gene (Virginia), Irvin (Nola) all of Concordia and Bill (Delores), Beloit; sisters, Louise Summers &amp; Joan Pentico (Derry), Concordia; brother in law, Craig Cole (Rosanne); nieces, nephews, friends including a host of fellow truck drivers and C &amp; C customers.He was preceded in death by his parents; brother in law, Gary Summers &amp; sisters in law, Virginia A. &amp; Mary Charbonneau.Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 am, Mon., Dec. 21, 2020 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia with Fr. David Metz officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Concordia Cemetery with Military honors by American Legion Post #76 &amp; VFW Post #588.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1-8 pm with a Rosary service at 6 pm on Sun., Dec. 20, 2020 at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia and the family greeting friends following the rosary.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Concordia FFA, Meadowlark Hospice or St. Concordia Cemetery Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Adolph R. Charbonneau

SALINA -&nbsp;A.V. "Bud" Palen, 76, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 16, 2020. He was born on December 29, 1943 in Beloit, KS to Victor and Elaine (Remus) Palen of Glen Elder, Kansas.

Bud grew up on the family farm located 8 miles east of Tipton. His boyhood was bootcamp for an impeccable work ethic that would shape his adult life. His formal education began at the Lone Hill one room country school before finishing his high school days at Tipton High School, graduating in 1962. Following graduation he began a 6 year service commitment with the Army National Guard. As a young man, he was always interested in farming, livestock and automobiles. Working next to his father he inherited the love of hard work and would strive to make things better and challenged others to do just the same. He was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Boniface Church,

On June 1, 1965 he was united in marriage to Diane Hake at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Tipton. To this union were born four children; Brad, Doug, Lisa and Jennifer.

They made their home on a small farm tucked in along the walnut creek, just east of Tipton, next to his childhood home place. His farming operation started with only 300 acres of land, but grew to a much more diversified operation that carried through to the next generation. Bud was an entrepreneur with an adventurous spirit at heart, willing to try new things and take risks. New opportunities and business ventures including; new conservation farming practices, raising pigs, cattle, sheep and and was one of the first farmers in the state of Kansas to raise ostrich, expanding his harvesting operations traveling south during the summer months with his family were just a few of his passions. He never knew a stranger and throughout his career and made many partnerships that developed into dedicated friendships. Shortly after retirement from the family farm, he and Diane relocated to Denver, CO where they served as the property managers of a gated community condominium complex, known as Cherry Hills III, for 11 years before returning to Salina so that they could be closer to the family.

Bud was a kindhearted, faithful and dedicated servant who was always willing to share his knowledge and be a teacher for his sons and daughters that worked alongside him, employees that worked for him, and others needing his help. Family was most important to him, and he treasured each moment that he could spend with them, taking each opportunity to share his talents and knowledge through experiencing time on the family farm, in his workshop, vacationing in the mountains, traveling in his RV or dabbling in new adventures in life. He most recently enjoyed the companionship of his friends through the ROMEO motorcycle club, and newly acquired friendships in the Salina community over the past 10 years.

Left to cherish his memory are wife, Diane of the home; his children; Brad (Sondra), Salina; Lisa (Kevin) Hoffman. Salina; Doug (Tracey), Glen Elder and Jennifer (Rod) Rinker, McPherson. Grandchildren, Nicole (Nathan) Weigel, Austin (Claire) Palen, Chandler (Kaileigh) Hoffman, Lydia &amp; Hannah Hoffman, Blake &amp; Amber Palen, Dylan, Macy, Brady &amp; Carter Rinker, Isaac, Elizabeth &amp; Adam Palen. Great grandchildren Charlie, Jace &amp; Alexander Weigel. Brother Stan (Barb), Glen Elder, KS, and sister Dianne (Mike) Budke, Tipton, KS; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents Victor and Elaine and sister Delores Magette and grandson Joshua Palen. Brother in laws, Louis Magette, Ed Koenigsman, Bud Bongionvanni, Lee Schuster, Edgar Hake &amp; Kenneth Hake. Sister in laws, Marcella Hake and Mert Bongionanni

Visitation will be Sunday 12-5 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, vigil will begin at 3:30 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 21, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 300 Gambrinus, Tipton. Burial will follow in St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Hospice of Salina or Tipton Schools, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

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SALINA -&nbsp;A.V. "Bud" Palen, 76, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 16, 2020. He was born on December 29, 1943 in Beloit, KS to Victor and Elaine (Remus) Palen of Glen Elder, Kansas.Bud grew up on the family farm located 8 miles east of Tipton. His boyhood was bootcamp for an impeccable work ethic that would shape his adult life. His formal education began at the Lone Hill one room country school before finishing his high school days at Tipton High School, graduating in 1962. Following graduation he began a 6 year service commitment with the Army National Guard. As a young man, he was always interested in farming, livestock and automobiles. Working next to his father he inherited the love of hard work and would strive to make things better and challenged others to do just the same. He was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Boniface Church,On June 1, 1965 he was united in marriage to Diane Hake at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Tipton. To this union were born four children; Brad, Doug, Lisa and Jennifer.They made their home on a small farm tucked in along the walnut creek, just east of Tipton, next to his childhood home place. His farming operation started with only 300 acres of land, but grew to a much more diversified operation that carried through to the next generation. Bud was an entrepreneur with an adventurous spirit at heart, willing to try new things and take risks. New opportunities and business ventures including; new conservation farming practices, raising pigs, cattle, sheep and and was one of the first farmers in the state of Kansas to raise ostrich, expanding his harvesting operations traveling south during the summer months with his family were just a few of his passions. He never knew a stranger and throughout his career and made many partnerships that developed into dedicated friendships. Shortly after retirement from the family farm, he and Diane relocated to Denver, CO where they served as the property managers of a gated community condominium complex, known as Cherry Hills III, for 11 years before returning to Salina so that they could be closer to the family.Bud was a kindhearted, faithful and dedicated servant who was always willing to share his knowledge and be a teacher for his sons and daughters that worked alongside him, employees that worked for him, and others needing his help. Family was most important to him, and he treasured each moment that he could spend with them, taking each opportunity to share his talents and knowledge through experiencing time on the family farm, in his workshop, vacationing in the mountains, traveling in his RV or dabbling in new adventures in life. He most recently enjoyed the companionship of his friends through the ROMEO motorcycle club, and newly acquired friendships in the Salina community over the past 10 years.Left to cherish his memory are wife, Diane of the home; his children; Brad (Sondra), Salina; Lisa (Kevin) Hoffman. Salina; Doug (Tracey), Glen Elder and Jennifer (Rod) Rinker, McPherson. Grandchildren, Nicole (Nathan) Weigel, Austin (Claire) Palen, Chandler (Kaileigh) Hoffman, Lydia &amp; Hannah Hoffman, Blake &amp; Amber Palen, Dylan, Macy, Brady &amp; Carter Rinker, Isaac, Elizabeth &amp; Adam Palen. Great grandchildren Charlie, Jace &amp; Alexander Weigel. Brother Stan (Barb), Glen Elder, KS, and sister Dianne (Mike) Budke, Tipton, KS; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.He is preceded in death by his parents Victor and Elaine and sister Delores Magette and grandson Joshua Palen. Brother in laws, Louis Magette, Ed Koenigsman, Bud Bongionvanni, Lee Schuster, Edgar Hake &amp; Kenneth Hake. Sister in laws, Marcella Hake and Mert BongionanniVisitation will be Sunday 12-5 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, vigil will begin at 3:30 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 21, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 300 Gambrinus, Tipton. Burial will follow in St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Hospice of Salina or Tipton Schools, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

A.V. "Bud" Palen

Zelpha "Zee" (Call) Wilson, of Salina, passed away on December 16, 2020. She was born Aug. 10, 1927, in Chautauqua County, Kansas. Survived by son, Jim Wilson (Jane) of Salina; daughter, Jan Montroy of Littleton, CO.; six grandsons; 12 great-grandchildren, with one on the way; and sister, Vernie Schilling of Haysville, KS.

Zee retired from Stevensonâ€™s and J.P. Roth and Sons after a career in retail clothing. A family graveside service will be held on December 21, 2020, at Resthaven Cemetery, Wichita. A Celebration of Life is planned for Spring 2021.

Memorials: The Community of Christ Church, Salina or Hospice of Salina, in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Zelpha "Zee" (Call) Wilson, of Salina, passed away on December 16, 2020. She was born Aug. 10, 1927, in Chautauqua County, Kansas. Survived by son, Jim Wilson (Jane) of Salina; daughter, Jan Montroy of Littleton, CO.; six grandsons; 12 great-grandchildren, with one on the way; and sister, Vernie Schilling of Haysville, KS.Zee retired from Stevensonâ€™s and J.P. Roth and Sons after a career in retail clothing. A family graveside service will be held on December 21, 2020, at Resthaven Cemetery, Wichita. A Celebration of Life is planned for Spring 2021.Memorials: The Community of Christ Church, Salina or Hospice of Salina, in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Zelpha "Zee" (Call) Wilson

NEW CAMBRIA -&nbsp;Robert Lee "Bob" Abernathy, 86, of New Cambria, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020. Bob was born on December 19, 1933 in Lincoln, Neb., to Robert E. and Fay (McKinney) Abernathy.

Bob graduated from Washington High School in 1952. He was an U.S. Army veteran having served in Germany. Bob owned several service stations for many years and then farmed.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Evelyn Damker; and brothers, William and Richard Abernathy.

He is survived by his daughter, Kelly Levinson; grandchildren, Robert Lee Kimbel and Gabriel Levinson; and great-grandson, Robert Allen Kimbel.

A private graveside service will be December 19, 2020 at Highland Cemetery, New Cambria. Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is handling arrangements.

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NEW CAMBRIA -&nbsp;Robert Lee "Bob" Abernathy, 86, of New Cambria, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020. Bob was born on December 19, 1933 in Lincoln, Neb., to Robert E. and Fay (McKinney) Abernathy.Bob graduated from Washington High School in 1952. He was an U.S. Army veteran having served in Germany. Bob owned several service stations for many years and then farmed.Bob was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Evelyn Damker; and brothers, William and Richard Abernathy.He is survived by his daughter, Kelly Levinson; grandchildren, Robert Lee Kimbel and Gabriel Levinson; and great-grandson, Robert Allen Kimbel.A private graveside service will be December 19, 2020 at Highland Cemetery, New Cambria. Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is handling arrangements.

Robert Lee "Bob" Abernathy

Taylor Miles Morriss, 29, of Salina, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020. He was born March 29, 1991, in Wichita, to Randy W. and Carole P. (Smith) Morriss. He married Megan K. Foster on May 17, 2019.

He is survived by his wife, Megan; son, Rhett, both of the home; parents, Randy and Carole, of Wichita; brother Tanner Morriss, of Wichita.

Cremation was chosen. Services will be held in Wichita and announced once finalized.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Taylor Morriss Memorial Fund for Rhett's college education.

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 </figure>Taylor Miles Morriss, 29, of Salina, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020. He was born March 29, 1991, in Wichita, to Randy W. and Carole P. (Smith) Morriss. He married Megan K. Foster on May 17, 2019.He is survived by his wife, Megan; son, Rhett, both of the home; parents, Randy and Carole, of Wichita; brother Tanner Morriss, of Wichita.Cremation was chosen. Services will be held in Wichita and announced once finalized.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Taylor Morriss Memorial Fund for Rhett's college education.

Taylor Miles Morriss

Michael L. Higbee was born on July 18, 1960, in Concordia, Kansas, the son of Jack L. &amp; Nancy A. (Reed) Higbee. Michael graduated from Mankato High School, class of 1978. Following high school, Michael attended Cloud County Community College, and then Kansas State University, before returning to the family farm.

Michael was a farmer his entire adult life, and enjoyed spending time outdoors and hunting. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and playing cards in Belleville at the café.

Michael passed away on December 13, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 60 years, 4 months, and 25 days.

He was preceded in death by his father, brother in law Jeremy Nelson, niece Kassidy Nelson, and his special companion Lucky, his dog who has been awaiting Michael’s arrival in heaven.

He will be forever remembered by his mother Nancy of Formoso, sister Christel Nelson of Courtland, sister Jeannea Thomas of Osborne, his nieces, Mccaela, Cheyenne, Mable and Jackie Nelson, and a community of friends.

Friends may sign Michael’s book on Thursday, December 17th, 2020, from 9am – 5pm, at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville.

Graveside Memorials Services will be held on Friday, December 18th, 2020, at 2:00 pm, at Balch Cemetery, rural Formoso.

Friends and family attending the services are requested to wear jeans, coveralls, bibs with a ball cap, or other casual and comfortable attire.

Additionally, persons attending the services are requested to wear masks or other facial coverings, and to practice social distancing.

Memorials are requested to the Formoso Community Church, or the Bryan Health Foundation to assist COVID families, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

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

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 </figure>Michael L. Higbee was born on July 18, 1960, in Concordia, Kansas, the son of Jack L. &amp; Nancy A. (Reed) Higbee. Michael graduated from Mankato High School, class of 1978. Following high school, Michael attended Cloud County Community College, and then Kansas State University, before returning to the family farm.Michael was a farmer his entire adult life, and enjoyed spending time outdoors and hunting. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and playing cards in Belleville at the café.Michael passed away on December 13, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 60 years, 4 months, and 25 days.He was preceded in death by his father, brother in law Jeremy Nelson, niece Kassidy Nelson, and his special companion Lucky, his dog who has been awaiting Michael’s arrival in heaven.He will be forever remembered by his mother Nancy of Formoso, sister Christel Nelson of Courtland, sister Jeannea Thomas of Osborne, his nieces, Mccaela, Cheyenne, Mable and Jackie Nelson, and a community of friends.Friends may sign Michael’s book on Thursday, December 17th, 2020, from 9am – 5pm, at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville.Graveside Memorials Services will be held on Friday, December 18th, 2020, at 2:00 pm, at Balch Cemetery, rural Formoso.Friends and family attending the services are requested to wear jeans, coveralls, bibs with a ball cap, or other casual and comfortable attire.Additionally, persons attending the services are requested to wear masks or other facial coverings, and to practice social distancing.Memorials are requested to the Formoso Community Church, or the Bryan Health Foundation to assist COVID families, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home of Belleville assisted the Higbee family with these services, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com

Michael L. Higbee

Audrey Chidester Hankins, 88, of Ellsworth, KS, passed away on December 12, 2020 after a short battle with COVID.&nbsp;

Audrey was born on December 2, 1932 to Robert and Bonnie Chidester in Blue Island, IL. After attending school in the Chicago Public School district, she went on to work in downtown Chicago as a telephone operator.

In 1975, she married Denzel Hankins, and lived in Chicago Heights, IL where they raised their family.&nbsp;

In 1956, Audrey had her first child and decided to dedicate her life to being a fantastic and wonderful mother. Audrey excelled at supporting her family members through their many passions of their lives. Whether that was helping Bonnie and Amy in their school activities, or supporting Rusty through many sports, she made it her mission to improve the lives of others.&nbsp;

Audrey was a passionate Bridge player and when she wasn’t filling her home with warmth and kindness she could be found involved in her clubs and organizations. These include: P.E.O., Quest club, Salvation Army, Ellsworth Progressive Study, and her weekly church activities. They will miss her greatly.&nbsp;

Audrey was predeceased in death by her parents, Robert and Bonnie Chidester and her husband, Denzel Hankins. She is survived by her brother, James Parker; her sister, Judy Stewart; her children, Bonnie Ray (Dan), Amy Lawes (Jeff), and Rusty Horton (Amy); her grandchildren, David Ray (Becca), Abby Hulse (Toby), Adam Ray (Natalie), Brian Lawes, Haylee Corey (Marcus), Gracelyn Lawes, Erik Horton, Ellyson Horton, Eli Horton; her great-grandchildren, Hunter Hulse, Gunner Hulse, Walter Hulse, Maisy Hulse, Spealler Ray, Heppner Ray, and Autumn Ray.&nbsp;She is also survived by wonderful friends that she has spent the last several years making special memories and we are very grateful for that.&nbsp;

There will be a Celebration of Life in the summer of 2021 in Ellsworth. All of Audrey’s friends and family will be contacted at that time.&nbsp;Cards can be sent c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Audrey Chidester Hankins, 88, of Ellsworth, KS, passed away on December 12, 2020 after a short battle with COVID.&nbsp;Audrey was born on December 2, 1932 to Robert and Bonnie Chidester in Blue Island, IL. After attending school in the Chicago Public School district, she went on to work in downtown Chicago as a telephone operator.In 1975, she married Denzel Hankins, and lived in Chicago Heights, IL where they raised their family.&nbsp;In 1956, Audrey had her first child and decided to dedicate her life to being a fantastic and wonderful mother. Audrey excelled at supporting her family members through their many passions of their lives. Whether that was helping Bonnie and Amy in their school activities, or supporting Rusty through many sports, she made it her mission to improve the lives of others.&nbsp;Audrey was a passionate Bridge player and when she wasn’t filling her home with warmth and kindness she could be found involved in her clubs and organizations. These include: P.E.O., Quest club, Salvation Army, Ellsworth Progressive Study, and her weekly church activities. They will miss her greatly.&nbsp;Audrey was predeceased in death by her parents, Robert and Bonnie Chidester and her husband, Denzel Hankins. She is survived by her brother, James Parker; her sister, Judy Stewart; her children, Bonnie Ray (Dan), Amy Lawes (Jeff), and Rusty Horton (Amy); her grandchildren, David Ray (Becca), Abby Hulse (Toby), Adam Ray (Natalie), Brian Lawes, Haylee Corey (Marcus), Gracelyn Lawes, Erik Horton, Ellyson Horton, Eli Horton; her great-grandchildren, Hunter Hulse, Gunner Hulse, Walter Hulse, Maisy Hulse, Spealler Ray, Heppner Ray, and Autumn Ray.&nbsp;She is also survived by wonderful friends that she has spent the last several years making special memories and we are very grateful for that.&nbsp;There will be a Celebration of Life in the summer of 2021 in Ellsworth. All of Audrey’s friends and family will be contacted at that time.&nbsp;Cards can be sent c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Audrey Chidester Hankins

Paula’s life began March 27, 1953 in Herington. She is the daughter of Gerald and Vonda May (Haguewood). She is a 1971 graduate of Herington High School and attended Tabor College for two years majoring in history.

Paula was united in marriage to Myron Jones on September 28th, 2002 in Herington. Paula was a avid reader and seamstress, and enjoyed scrapbooking. She was a loyal Kansas City Royals fan, and a baseball card collector. Paula was a member of New Life Church in Herington.

Her loving family includes her husband Myron of Junction City, sisters, Evelyn Hair of Herington and Carolyn Vickroy of Kansas and a host of relatives and friends.

Her family will gather with friends from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington, where her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. led by Pastor Lorenzo Jackson. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the ASPCA in care of the funeral home. Please sign her online guest book, and leave a memory of Paula at www.ymzfh.com

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 </figure><h2>Paula J. (Hair) Jones</h2>March 27, 1953~December 15, 2020(age 67)Paula’s life began March 27, 1953 in Herington. She is the daughter of Gerald and Vonda May (Haguewood). She is a 1971 graduate of Herington High School and attended Tabor College for two years majoring in history.Paula was united in marriage to Myron Jones on September 28th, 2002 in Herington. Paula was a avid reader and seamstress, and enjoyed scrapbooking. She was a loyal Kansas City Royals fan, and a baseball card collector. Paula was a member of New Life Church in Herington.Her loving family includes her husband Myron of Junction City, sisters, Evelyn Hair of Herington and Carolyn Vickroy of Kansas and a host of relatives and friends.Her family will gather with friends from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington, where her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. led by Pastor Lorenzo Jackson. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the ASPCA in care of the funeral home. Please sign her online guest book, and leave a memory of Paula at www.ymzfh.com

Paula J. (Hair) Jones

David Dale Warner, age 76, of Council Grove, passed away December 13th at Diversicare of Council Grove.

He was born March 4, 1944, the son of Dale L. and Goldie M. (Smith) Warner, in Texas.&nbsp; During his lifetime, David was a locksmith, mechanic and handyman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Dalene Rumsey, and nephews Bryan Burns and Matthew Warner.

David is survived by his wife Debbie; children: Paula Stokes (James), Patty Davis (Scott), Kathy Thompson (Rich), John Stutts and Vernon Warner; brother Oscar Warner; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and friends.

Due to the Covid Pandemic, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Celebration of David’s life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunset Zoo in Manhattan, and may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral &nbsp;Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, Kansas. &nbsp;Condolences may be left at www.sawyerchapel.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>David Dale Warner, age 76, of Council Grove, passed away December 13th at Diversicare of Council Grove.He was born March 4, 1944, the son of Dale L. and Goldie M. (Smith) Warner, in Texas.&nbsp; During his lifetime, David was a locksmith, mechanic and handyman.He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Dalene Rumsey, and nephews Bryan Burns and Matthew Warner.David is survived by his wife Debbie; children: Paula Stokes (James), Patty Davis (Scott), Kathy Thompson (Rich), John Stutts and Vernon Warner; brother Oscar Warner; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and friends.Due to the Covid Pandemic, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Celebration of David’s life will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunset Zoo in Manhattan, and may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral &nbsp;Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, Kansas. &nbsp;Condolences may be left at www.sawyerchapel.com.&nbsp;

David Dale Warner

Austin J. Thoman, age 89, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at his residence in Concordia, Kanas.&nbsp; He was born August 21, 1931 in Glasco, Kansas to Raymond and Jearl (Kennedy) Thoman.&nbsp;

He worked for Leland Reed Trucking, Concordia, Kansas as a Truck Driver for 43 years.

On August 2, 1957 he married Beverly Copple, in Concordia, Kansas and they recently celebrated 63 years of marriage.&nbsp; To this Union 4 children were born, Franklin, Randy, Laurie, and Carl.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly Thoman of the home in Concordia, KS; son, Randy Thoman (Debbie), Concordia, KS; Laurie Deal (Brad), Concordia, KS; Carl Thoman (Daniel Houk), KC, MO; 7 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers, Larry Thoman (Lorrie), &nbsp;of AZ; Ted Thoman, Concordia, KS; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Jearl, son, Franklin Thoman, granddaughter, Ashley Elizabeth Deal,&nbsp; Brothers, Wilfred, Wayne, Lloyd, Orley, Myron, Boyd, Bob, sisters, Cleo Dykes, Phyliss Franks, Joyce Hanson, Shirley Thoman, Mamie Aldridge, Janice Phelps, Geneva Nordquist.

Due to Covid Virus restrictions the family has requested a Private Family Graveside.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside Memorial

Austin J. Thoman, age 89, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at his residence in Concordia, Kanas.&nbsp; He was born August 21, 1931 in Glasco, Kansas to Raymond and Jearl (Kennedy) Thoman.&nbsp;He worked for Leland Reed Trucking, Concordia, Kansas as a Truck Driver for 43 years.On August 2, 1957 he married Beverly Copple, in Concordia, Kansas and they recently celebrated 63 years of marriage.&nbsp; To this Union 4 children were born, Franklin, Randy, Laurie, and Carl.He is survived by his wife, Beverly Thoman of the home in Concordia, KS; son, Randy Thoman (Debbie), Concordia, KS; Laurie Deal (Brad), Concordia, KS; Carl Thoman (Daniel Houk), KC, MO; 7 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers, Larry Thoman (Lorrie), &nbsp;of AZ; Ted Thoman, Concordia, KS; several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Jearl, son, Franklin Thoman, granddaughter, Ashley Elizabeth Deal,&nbsp; Brothers, Wilfred, Wayne, Lloyd, Orley, Myron, Boyd, Bob, sisters, Cleo Dykes, Phyliss Franks, Joyce Hanson, Shirley Thoman, Mamie Aldridge, Janice Phelps, Geneva Nordquist.Due to Covid Virus restrictions the family has requested a Private Family Graveside.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside Memorial

Austin J. Thoman

&nbsp; Ramon DeLaMora Morales was born December 16, 1932 in Jalisco, Mexico the son of Elias and Margaret Morales. He died December 15, 2020 at the age of 87. Before moving to Solomon, Ramon was a heavy equipment operator in agriculture before retiring. Survived by his loving wife Maria Ochoa of the home, sons Fernando (Ashley) of Solomon, Ramon Ochoa DeLaMora of Abilene, brother Luis Mora Morales, sisters Maria Mora Morales, Rosa Mora Morales, and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his five brothers and his parents. His family has selected cremation and a service will be at a later date in Arizona.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Ramon DeLaMora Morales was born December 16, 1932 in Jalisco, Mexico the son of Elias and Margaret Morales. He died December 15, 2020 at the age of 87. Before moving to Solomon, Ramon was a heavy equipment operator in agriculture before retiring. Survived by his loving wife Maria Ochoa of the home, sons Fernando (Ashley) of Solomon, Ramon Ochoa DeLaMora of Abilene, brother Luis Mora Morales, sisters Maria Mora Morales, Rosa Mora Morales, and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his five brothers and his parents. His family has selected cremation and a service will be at a later date in Arizona.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ramon DeLaMora Morales

&nbsp; Mary "Margo" Watts, 95, of Lindsborg, Kansas, passed away Sunday, December 13th, 2020. Margo was born in Auckland, New Zealand on June 29, 1925, a daughter of the late Doris (Mitchell-Dargie) and Leonard L. Cadness. Survivors include her three daughters, Phyllis Watts-Burge, (Tom) of Leawood, Kansas, Val Johnson, (Bruce) of Abilene, Kansas, and Julie Watts-Raines, (Steve) of Cotter, Arkansas. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Watts; brother, Leonard Cadness; sisters, Phyllis Stephens, Evelyn Cadness; son, Leonard Battreall; and great grandchild, Logan Baird. Cremation has been chosen and services will be announced at a later date. Donations may be made to Bethany Home for the healthcare workers on Elin, 321 N. Chestnut, Lindsborg, Kansas 67456.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Mary "Margo" Watts, 95, of Lindsborg, Kansas, passed away Sunday, December 13th, 2020. Margo was born in Auckland, New Zealand on June 29, 1925, a daughter of the late Doris (Mitchell-Dargie) and Leonard L. Cadness. Survivors include her three daughters, Phyllis Watts-Burge, (Tom) of Leawood, Kansas, Val Johnson, (Bruce) of Abilene, Kansas, and Julie Watts-Raines, (Steve) of Cotter, Arkansas. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Watts; brother, Leonard Cadness; sisters, Phyllis Stephens, Evelyn Cadness; son, Leonard Battreall; and great grandchild, Logan Baird. Cremation has been chosen and services will be announced at a later date. Donations may be made to Bethany Home for the healthcare workers on Elin, 321 N. Chestnut, Lindsborg, Kansas 67456.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary "Margo" Watts

Sharon Ann Kendle, 80, of Raymore, MO, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020. She was born July 12, 1940 in St. Joseph, MO.

She worked as an office manager for a printing distribution company.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Nadine Hallahan; father, John Price; stepfather, Patrick Hallahan; brother, Jack Price; and daughter, Christine Weiss.

Survivors include her beloved husband of 62 years; George Kendle, children: Randy (Kelly) Kendle of St. Peters, MO and Greg (Jill) Kendle of Ft. Worth, TX;&nbsp;14 grandchildren; and&nbsp;9 great grandchildren.

Sharon was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved to sew and spend time with her family and friends.

Due to Covid-19, a memorial service will be planned in the Spring of 2021 in Salina, KS.

Donations may be made to&nbsp;Alzheimer’s Foundation of America in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, KS 67402.

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 </figure>Sharon Ann Kendle, 80, of Raymore, MO, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020. She was born July 12, 1940 in St. Joseph, MO.She worked as an office manager for a printing distribution company.She was preceded in death by her mother, Nadine Hallahan; father, John Price; stepfather, Patrick Hallahan; brother, Jack Price; and daughter, Christine Weiss.Survivors include her beloved husband of 62 years; George Kendle, children: Randy (Kelly) Kendle of St. Peters, MO and Greg (Jill) Kendle of Ft. Worth, TX;&nbsp;14 grandchildren; and&nbsp;9 great grandchildren.Sharon was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved to sew and spend time with her family and friends.Due to Covid-19, a memorial service will be planned in the Spring of 2021 in Salina, KS.Donations may be made to&nbsp;Alzheimer’s Foundation of America in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, KS 67402.

Sharon Ann Kendle

Maxine L. Wheeler, 82, of Salina, passed away Friday, December 4, 2020.&nbsp; She was born September 18, 1938 in Salina.

She was self-employed at the Wheeler Custodial Service.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester C and Christina Ball, husband; Wilbur Wheeler; sister, Joann Romine and brother, Ivan Ball.

Survived by her daughter, Donna (Alvin) Plunkett of Tescott, 2 stepsisters, Charlene Murr of Forney, Texas, and Lila Wilkes of Macomb, Iowa, 2 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

A private family graveside service will be held.

Memorials to:&nbsp;American Heart Association in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure>Maxine L. Wheeler, 82, of Salina, passed away Friday, December 4, 2020.&nbsp; She was born September 18, 1938 in Salina.She was self-employed at the Wheeler Custodial Service.She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester C and Christina Ball, husband; Wilbur Wheeler; sister, Joann Romine and brother, Ivan Ball.Survived by her daughter, Donna (Alvin) Plunkett of Tescott, 2 stepsisters, Charlene Murr of Forney, Texas, and Lila Wilkes of Macomb, Iowa, 2 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.A private family graveside service will be held.Memorials to:&nbsp;American Heart Association in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Maxine L. Wheeler

James “Sam” Samuel Arvin, 85, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 14, 2020, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. He worked for General Motors at the Fairfax Plant in Kansas City, and after retirement, he was a greeter at Walmart. Sam was born on July 14, 1935, in Wichita, KS, the son of Samuel Otis and Floyada (Blurton) Arvin. On May 12, 1960, Sam was united in marriage to Della Mae Campbell in Kansas City, MO. This union was blessed with three sons, David, Charles, and Bob. He attended Countryside Covenant Church, McPherson. Survivors include: his loving wife of 60 years, Della of the home; three sons, David Arvin (Kathy) of Salina, KS, Charles Arvin of McPherson, KS, and Bob Arvin (Joanna) of Olathe, KS; a brother, Bill Arvin (Sue) of Mansfield, LA; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, &amp; extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Joe, Donald, &amp; Howard, and three sisters, Thelma, Lila, &amp; Eva. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Celebrate Recovery (McPherson) or Countryside Covenant Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>James “Sam” Samuel Arvin, 85, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 14, 2020, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. He worked for General Motors at the Fairfax Plant in Kansas City, and after retirement, he was a greeter at Walmart. Sam was born on July 14, 1935, in Wichita, KS, the son of Samuel Otis and Floyada (Blurton) Arvin. On May 12, 1960, Sam was united in marriage to Della Mae Campbell in Kansas City, MO. This union was blessed with three sons, David, Charles, and Bob. He attended Countryside Covenant Church, McPherson. Survivors include: his loving wife of 60 years, Della of the home; three sons, David Arvin (Kathy) of Salina, KS, Charles Arvin of McPherson, KS, and Bob Arvin (Joanna) of Olathe, KS; a brother, Bill Arvin (Sue) of Mansfield, LA; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, &amp; extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Joe, Donald, &amp; Howard, and three sisters, Thelma, Lila, &amp; Eva. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Celebrate Recovery (McPherson) or Countryside Covenant Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James “Sam” Samuel Arvin

Joy Lee Warner, 82, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born October 13, 1938 in El Dorado, KS to Wilbert “Dutch” Schriver and Ruby (Hogg) Schriver.

Joy Lee married Gary Warner on January 3, 1957 in Lorraine, KS. Together they operated Warner’s Jack &amp; Jill Grocery store in Holyrood for 29 years until their retirement in 1989.

Joy Lee is survived by her husband, Gary of Holyrood; sons, Mike Warner (Stephanie) of Wichita and Randy Warner (Missy) of Great Bend; grandchildren, Kinsey Christensen (Leif), Nathan Warner, Zachary Warner (Alyssa), Levi Fitzmier, and Caleb Warner; great grandchildren, Izabella, Nevaeh, Cash, and Matias; and brother, Darrell Schriver of Wichita. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Joe Dell Warner; and granddaughter, Kendra Warner.

A memorial graveside service will take place at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 18, 2020 at the United Church of Christ Cemetery, Holyrood.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Good Samaritan Society, Ellsworth, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Joy Lee Warner, 82, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born October 13, 1938 in El Dorado, KS to Wilbert “Dutch” Schriver and Ruby (Hogg) Schriver.Joy Lee married Gary Warner on January 3, 1957 in Lorraine, KS. Together they operated Warner’s Jack &amp; Jill Grocery store in Holyrood for 29 years until their retirement in 1989.Joy Lee is survived by her husband, Gary of Holyrood; sons, Mike Warner (Stephanie) of Wichita and Randy Warner (Missy) of Great Bend; grandchildren, Kinsey Christensen (Leif), Nathan Warner, Zachary Warner (Alyssa), Levi Fitzmier, and Caleb Warner; great grandchildren, Izabella, Nevaeh, Cash, and Matias; and brother, Darrell Schriver of Wichita. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Joe Dell Warner; and granddaughter, Kendra Warner.A memorial graveside service will take place at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 18, 2020 at the United Church of Christ Cemetery, Holyrood.Memorial contributions can be made to the Good Samaritan Society, Ellsworth, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Joy Lee Warner

Adeline Susanna Bentz Bernhardt, Age 98, passed away on December 13th, 2020&nbsp;at Homestead Health Center in Wichita, Kansas. Adeline will be remembered for her strength, dedication to her family, and her unwavering faith, fellowship, and commitment to the Lutheran church.&nbsp; She was resourceful, organized, an excellent seamstress, a great cook, and volunteered endless hours with her husband to the Tampa, Kansas community.

Adeline was born on June 6th, 1922 to Adolph and Anna Bentz on a farm near Tampa, Kansas. She was baptized on June 25th, 1922 at North Tampa Lutheran Church and was confirmed on June 5th,1935.&nbsp; She graduated from Tampa rural high school in May 1940 where she played in the band and orchestra, sang in the glee club quartet, and performed in plays. After high school, she attended Emporia state teacher’s college for one year and earned a three-year state teaching certificate in which she taught for 7 years due to a shortage of teachers during the war. She retired from USD 397 after 25 years of service in May 1987.

She married Ted Bernhardt June 4th,1944 in North Tampa Lutheran Church. The Lord blessed them with two children Barney Ray Bernhardt and Kathy Kay Bernhardt. Adeline was a woman of strong faith and joined the Lutheran Ladies Aid in which she held many offices. She was also the organist at the Lutheran church in Tampa for 65 years and her and Ted were youth counselors for many years.

She is survived by her son Barney Bernhardt and wife Linda of Wichita, Kansas, sister Leona Kleiber of Tampa, Kansas, sister Ellen Erickson of Tacoma, Washington, son in law Carl Hubbard of Wellington, Kansas, 11 Grandchildren, and 18 Great Grandchildren.&nbsp; Those preceding her in death were her husband Ted Bernhardt and daughter Kathy Hubbard.&nbsp; A private service will be held for the family at Yazel-Megli- Zeiner Funeral home in Marion, Kansas on December 18th at 2 pm and will be live-streamed.

A memorial fund has been established for St. John’s Lutheran Church Tampa Kansas and The Lutheran Hour, memorials can be sent in Adeline Bernhardt's name to Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 205 Elm St. Marion, KS 66861.&nbsp;Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Adeline at www.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure>Adeline Susanna Bentz Bernhardt, Age 98, passed away on December 13th, 2020&nbsp;at Homestead Health Center in Wichita, Kansas. Adeline will be remembered for her strength, dedication to her family, and her unwavering faith, fellowship, and commitment to the Lutheran church.&nbsp; She was resourceful, organized, an excellent seamstress, a great cook, and volunteered endless hours with her husband to the Tampa, Kansas community.Adeline was born on June 6th, 1922 to Adolph and Anna Bentz on a farm near Tampa, Kansas. She was baptized on June 25th, 1922 at North Tampa Lutheran Church and was confirmed on June 5th,1935.&nbsp; She graduated from Tampa rural high school in May 1940 where she played in the band and orchestra, sang in the glee club quartet, and performed in plays. After high school, she attended Emporia state teacher’s college for one year and earned a three-year state teaching certificate in which she taught for 7 years due to a shortage of teachers during the war. She retired from USD 397 after 25 years of service in May 1987.She married Ted Bernhardt June 4th,1944 in North Tampa Lutheran Church. The Lord blessed them with two children Barney Ray Bernhardt and Kathy Kay Bernhardt. Adeline was a woman of strong faith and joined the Lutheran Ladies Aid in which she held many offices. She was also the organist at the Lutheran church in Tampa for 65 years and her and Ted were youth counselors for many years.She is survived by her son Barney Bernhardt and wife Linda of Wichita, Kansas, sister Leona Kleiber of Tampa, Kansas, sister Ellen Erickson of Tacoma, Washington, son in law Carl Hubbard of Wellington, Kansas, 11 Grandchildren, and 18 Great Grandchildren.&nbsp; Those preceding her in death were her husband Ted Bernhardt and daughter Kathy Hubbard.&nbsp; A private service will be held for the family at Yazel-Megli- Zeiner Funeral home in Marion, Kansas on December 18th at 2 pm and will be live-streamed.A memorial fund has been established for St. John’s Lutheran Church Tampa Kansas and The Lutheran Hour, memorials can be sent in Adeline Bernhardt's name to Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 205 Elm St. Marion, KS 66861.&nbsp;Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Adeline at www.ymzfh.com.

Adeline Susanna Bentz Bernhardt

Dolores Arlene “Dee” Reid, 90, Admire, Kansas, lost her battle with COVID-19 and passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020, at Morris County Hospital, Council Grove.&nbsp; Dee was born October 5, 1930, Johnson County, Kansas, and grew up near the State Line and the Plaza.&nbsp; The daughter of David W. Smith and Mathilde Champ Hugues, she enjoyed telling stories of attending Shawnee Mission High School (when there was just one!) and editing the yearbook and newspaper.

After graduating in 1948, Dee attended Baker University, Baldwin City, and became a member of Zeta Tau Alpha.&nbsp; On a double date that year, she met her future husband, Donald K. Reid.&nbsp; And he wasn’t even her date! Don and Dee married in Kansas City, Missouri, June 16, 1950, and the city girl spent the rest of her life as a small town Kansan.

While Don pursued his career in education, they lived in Spring Hill, Lyndon, Wellsville and finally, Admire.&nbsp; In each community, Dee participated in various organizations; from card clubs to women’s groups.&nbsp; Moving to Admire in 1969, she continued her faithful Christian service at the Admire United Methodist Church, serving in a number of roles in the church, including lay delegate to the Annual Conference for many years.&nbsp; At the 2009 Kansas East Conference, she was awarded the Harry Denman Evangelism Award for exhibiting outstanding efforts in evangelism.&nbsp; She also led the admire PRIDE committee for many years, organizing town clean-up days, the Fall Festival and designing and distributing a welcome brochure for new residents.&nbsp; She took a keen interest in the community an lived in Admire for over fifty years.&nbsp; In 1973, Dee began working at Emporia State University, where she retired in the mid-1990s as the Office Manager of the Career Development and Placement Services.

Between her work with ESU and her church involvement, she knew people throughout Kansas.&nbsp; Don and Dee were ardent supporters of ESU athletics and Dee continued to have season tickets each year.&nbsp; They also enjoyed camping with the kids and traveling around the world, sometimes with grandkids or kids, but always together.

Don preceded her in death January 21, 1997.&nbsp; She also was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Dorothy L. Wheeler.&nbsp; She is survived by three children, Kathy (Chris) Rippel, Great Bend, KS; Mike Reid, Lawrence, KS; and Shannon (Polly) Reid-Wheat, Admire, KS; five grandchildren, Ben Mitchum, Hesston, KS; Jason (Toni) Mitchum, Lee’s Summit, MO; Kyle (Mike) Penland, Brentwood, CA; Megan Schulz, Topeka, KS; Angelica Howard, Douglass, KS; and five great-grandchildren, PFC Ethan Schulz, Fort Riley, KS; Austin Schulz, Topeka, KS; Blake Patterson, Lee’s Summit, MO; Gage Howard and Kaylynn Howard, both of Douglass, KS.&nbsp; Everyone will miss Dee and are proud of this smart lady with a fun sense of humor.

Due to the current health crisis, there will be no public service at this time.&nbsp; The immediate family will have a graveside service at the Lyndon Cemetery, led by Rev. Derrek Belase.&nbsp; The family hopes to have a Celebration of Life for Dee that will be announced at a later date. &nbsp;Sawyer Funeral Home, Council Grove, will be arranging the burial.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Admire United Methodist Church, Council Grove Public Library, or Admire PRIDE, sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.&nbsp; The family requests that you honor Dee, and COVID-19 victims like her and wear a mask!

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 </figure>Dolores Arlene “Dee” Reid, 90, Admire, Kansas, lost her battle with COVID-19 and passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020, at Morris County Hospital, Council Grove.&nbsp; Dee was born October 5, 1930, Johnson County, Kansas, and grew up near the State Line and the Plaza.&nbsp; The daughter of David W. Smith and Mathilde Champ Hugues, she enjoyed telling stories of attending Shawnee Mission High School (when there was just one!) and editing the yearbook and newspaper.After graduating in 1948, Dee attended Baker University, Baldwin City, and became a member of Zeta Tau Alpha.&nbsp; On a double date that year, she met her future husband, Donald K. Reid.&nbsp; And he wasn’t even her date! Don and Dee married in Kansas City, Missouri, June 16, 1950, and the city girl spent the rest of her life as a small town Kansan.While Don pursued his career in education, they lived in Spring Hill, Lyndon, Wellsville and finally, Admire.&nbsp; In each community, Dee participated in various organizations; from card clubs to women’s groups.&nbsp; Moving to Admire in 1969, she continued her faithful Christian service at the Admire United Methodist Church, serving in a number of roles in the church, including lay delegate to the Annual Conference for many years.&nbsp; At the 2009 Kansas East Conference, she was awarded the Harry Denman Evangelism Award for exhibiting outstanding efforts in evangelism.&nbsp; She also led the admire PRIDE committee for many years, organizing town clean-up days, the Fall Festival and designing and distributing a welcome brochure for new residents.&nbsp; She took a keen interest in the community an lived in Admire for over fifty years.&nbsp; In 1973, Dee began working at Emporia State University, where she retired in the mid-1990s as the Office Manager of the Career Development and Placement Services.Between her work with ESU and her church involvement, she knew people throughout Kansas.&nbsp; Don and Dee were ardent supporters of ESU athletics and Dee continued to have season tickets each year.&nbsp; They also enjoyed camping with the kids and traveling around the world, sometimes with grandkids or kids, but always together.Don preceded her in death January 21, 1997.&nbsp; She also was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Dorothy L. Wheeler.&nbsp; She is survived by three children, Kathy (Chris) Rippel, Great Bend, KS; Mike Reid, Lawrence, KS; and Shannon (Polly) Reid-Wheat, Admire, KS; five grandchildren, Ben Mitchum, Hesston, KS; Jason (Toni) Mitchum, Lee’s Summit, MO; Kyle (Mike) Penland, Brentwood, CA; Megan Schulz, Topeka, KS; Angelica Howard, Douglass, KS; and five great-grandchildren, PFC Ethan Schulz, Fort Riley, KS; Austin Schulz, Topeka, KS; Blake Patterson, Lee’s Summit, MO; Gage Howard and Kaylynn Howard, both of Douglass, KS.&nbsp; Everyone will miss Dee and are proud of this smart lady with a fun sense of humor.Due to the current health crisis, there will be no public service at this time.&nbsp; The immediate family will have a graveside service at the Lyndon Cemetery, led by Rev. Derrek Belase.&nbsp; The family hopes to have a Celebration of Life for Dee that will be announced at a later date. &nbsp;Sawyer Funeral Home, Council Grove, will be arranging the burial.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Admire United Methodist Church, Council Grove Public Library, or Admire PRIDE, sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.&nbsp; The family requests that you honor Dee, and COVID-19 victims like her and wear a mask!

Dolores Arlene “Dee” Reid

&nbsp; Benji Sheldon (Smith) was called from this life while at her home in Abilene, Kansas on December 4, 2020, at the age of 75. She was the first born of Ivan and Genevieve Smith on December 7, 1944 in El Paso, Texas.

She spent her childhood in Salina and Ellsworth, Kansas. 

It was in Ellsworth where she met Robert Roth. They were married July 11, 1963. They made their home in Salina, Lakin, Great Bend and Lincoln, Kansas. They welcomed 3 sons, Rex, Tracy, and Jack (who died at birth). She and Robert later divorced. Benji married Fred Sheldon on August 13, 1978. They established homes in Minneapolis, Herington, and Abilene, Kansas.

She worked for the Herington Police Department and the Morris and Dickinson County Sherriff Departments as a dispatcher. She has been employed as a copy clerk by the Abilene School District for the last 35 years.

Benji was preceded in death by her parents, husband Fred, sons Jack and Rex, and sister Nikki Boyce. 

She is survived by son Tracy (Bertina) Roth of Herington, step daughters Sharon (Graham) Collins of Russell, Sheila Smither of Great Bend, Betty (Tom) Manolakis of Parker, Colorado, and sister Marti (Leon) Anderson of Abilene. She has 18 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren. She has numerous nieces and nephews who all looked at her as a grandmother.

There are no words to express how much she was loved and how much she loved her family. Her light, joy, and guidance will be missed in the hearts of all that knew her.

A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be scheduled at a later date. The Abilene School District meant a lot to Benji, so her family would like to set up a scholarship fund at Abilene High School. Memorial contributions may be sent to Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd St, Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Benji Sheldon (Smith) was called from this life while at her home in Abilene, Kansas on December 4, 2020, at the age of 75. She was the first born of Ivan and Genevieve Smith on December 7, 1944 in El Paso, Texas. She spent her childhood in Salina and Ellsworth, Kansas. It was in Ellsworth where she met Robert Roth. They were married July 11, 1963. They made their home in Salina, Lakin, Great Bend and Lincoln, Kansas. They welcomed 3 sons, Rex, Tracy, and Jack (who died at birth). She and Robert later divorced. Benji married Fred Sheldon on August 13, 1978. They established homes in Minneapolis, Herington, and Abilene, Kansas. She worked for the Herington Police Department and the Morris and Dickinson County Sherriff Departments as a dispatcher. She has been employed as a copy clerk by the Abilene School District for the last 35 years. Benji was preceded in death by her parents, husband Fred, sons Jack and Rex, and sister Nikki Boyce. She is survived by son Tracy (Bertina) Roth of Herington, step daughters Sharon (Graham) Collins of Russell, Sheila Smither of Great Bend, Betty (Tom) Manolakis of Parker, Colorado, and sister Marti (Leon) Anderson of Abilene. She has 18 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren. She has numerous nieces and nephews who all looked at her as a grandmother. There are no words to express how much she was loved and how much she loved her family. Her light, joy, and guidance will be missed in the hearts of all that knew her. A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be scheduled at a later date. The Abilene School District meant a lot to Benji, so her family would like to set up a scholarship fund at Abilene High School. Memorial contributions may be sent to Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd St, Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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