&nbsp; Hillsboro - Rufus Lohrenz, 100, died December 11, 2020 at Hillsboro Community Hospital. He was born May 23, 1920 to G.W. and Maria (Penner) Lohrenz in Owasso, Oklahoma. 

He married Lois Hanneman August 9, 1955 Ebenfeld Church rural Hillsboro. 

Survivors include:son, Tim (Colleen) Lohrenz of Hillsboro; daughters, Gail (Lawrence) Kliewer of rural Hillsboro, Gwen Brown of Bethany, Oklahoma, Tamara (Terryl) Friesen of Arlington, Texas, Dawn (Rex) Friesen of Udall, Kansas; brother, Otto Lohrenz of Omaha, Nebraska; 19 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. 

Predeceased by: wife, Lois Lohrenz in 2012; brothers, C.P. Lohrenz, Menno Lohrenz; sisters, Clara Buschman, Linda Buschman, Mary Lou Wiens; son-in-law, Bennett Brown. 

Public viewing will be held Friday, December 18, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Family will have a private Celebration of Life Service at Ebenfeld Church due to COVID-19 on Saturday, December 19, 2020 with Pastor Darren Rempel officiating. Memorials to M.B. Missions in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com Life Sketch Taken from the Funeral Bulletin Rufus Philip Lohrenz was born May 23, 1920 in Collinsville Owasso Oklahoma to Reverend G.W. and Maria (Penner) Lohrenz. Rufus was the fifth child of seven total born to G.W. and Maria Lohrenz. Clara, Cornelius, Linda, Menno, and Mary Lou preceded him in death. Otto Lohrenz of Omaha Nebraska is the remaining living sibling. Rufus accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior as a youth and was baptized by Rev. G.W. Lohrenz.

On August 9th, 1955 Rufus married Lois Hanneman. The marriage was conducted by Rev. G.W. Lohrenz (his father). Rufus and Lois Rufus spent their 56 years together in rural Marion County, KS. Lois preceded him in death on February 14, 2012. Rufus and Lois raised 5 children: Gail and husband Lawrence Kliewer of rural Hillsboro, KS, Tim and his wife Colleen of Hillsboro, KS, Gwen Brown and her late husband Bennett of Bethany, OK, Tamaramy and husband Terryl Friesen of Arlington, TX, and Dawn and husband Rex Friesen of Udall, KS. In addition, Lois and Rufus have 19 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren plus 2 great-grandchildren to be born in 2021.

At an early age, Rufus was taught to study and memorize scripture. This memorization was retained throughout his life. On his 95th birthday (2015) Rufus recited with perfect recall all 16 versus of Psalm 91 for family members in attendance that day for a celebration at Parkside Homes building 400.

Rufus was an accomplished vocalist. He served as choir and male chorus director for many years at Ebenfeld Mennonite Brethren Church and sang in quartets. Quartet members where: Rufus, Les Suderman, Lowell Hagen and Elvie Loewen. Later the members consisted of; Rufus, Les Suderman, Otto Lohrenz (and Menno Lohrenz after Otto moved from the area) and Louis Hiebert. These quartet members sang at hundreds of funerals and scores of weddings and gave programs in Wichita, western Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The group also sang at the groundbreaking of the Koerner Heights Mennonite Brethren Church in Newton, Kansas.

Rufus also served as Sunday school superintendent for several years at Ebenfeld Mennonite Brethren Church, and later Rufus teamed up with Lois to teach various adult Sunday School classes as well. Rufus was a long-term and successful businessman farming in Marion county. His operation was not a large business however it was consistently profitable. He experienced many changes throughout the 6 plus decades of growing small grains and raising livestock. In his early years, draft horses were used for haying, harrow cultivating and seeding wheat. Rufus often spoke of the pleasure he had working a team of draft horses and he referred to each horse by name. Later in life, Rufus enjoyed teaching 4 of his grandsons how to operate equipment and assist him with the field work.

We fondly remember his quiet spirit, sense of humor and the joy Rufus derived from spending time with his family. Some of the most memorable times were spent with his wife and children around the supper table joking and laughing with each other. Rufus went to be with our Lord and Savior on December 11, 2020. His children, their spouses, grandchildren and his nieces and nephews will miss him greatly. We are blessed to have had Rufus involved in our lives for the many years God gave him on this earth. He often reminded us that his children were his greatest blessing. We rejoice in knowing that he is now with Jesus.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Hillsboro - Rufus Lohrenz, 100, died December 11, 2020 at Hillsboro Community Hospital. He was born May 23, 1920 to G.W. and Maria (Penner) Lohrenz in Owasso, Oklahoma. He married Lois Hanneman August 9, 1955 Ebenfeld Church rural Hillsboro. Survivors include:son, Tim (Colleen) Lohrenz of Hillsboro; daughters, Gail (Lawrence) Kliewer of rural Hillsboro, Gwen Brown of Bethany, Oklahoma, Tamara (Terryl) Friesen of Arlington, Texas, Dawn (Rex) Friesen of Udall, Kansas; brother, Otto Lohrenz of Omaha, Nebraska; 19 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by: wife, Lois Lohrenz in 2012; brothers, C.P. Lohrenz, Menno Lohrenz; sisters, Clara Buschman, Linda Buschman, Mary Lou Wiens; son-in-law, Bennett Brown. Public viewing will be held Friday, December 18, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Family will have a private Celebration of Life Service at Ebenfeld Church due to COVID-19 on Saturday, December 19, 2020 with Pastor Darren Rempel officiating. Memorials to M.B. Missions in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com Life Sketch Taken from the Funeral Bulletin Rufus Philip Lohrenz was born May 23, 1920 in Collinsville Owasso Oklahoma to Reverend G.W. and Maria (Penner) Lohrenz. Rufus was the fifth child of seven total born to G.W. and Maria Lohrenz. Clara, Cornelius, Linda, Menno, and Mary Lou preceded him in death. Otto Lohrenz of Omaha Nebraska is the remaining living sibling. Rufus accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior as a youth and was baptized by Rev. G.W. Lohrenz. On August 9th, 1955 Rufus married Lois Hanneman. The marriage was conducted by Rev. G.W. Lohrenz (his father). Rufus and Lois Rufus spent their 56 years together in rural Marion County, KS. Lois preceded him in death on February 14, 2012. Rufus and Lois raised 5 children: Gail and husband Lawrence Kliewer of rural Hillsboro, KS, Tim and his wife Colleen of Hillsboro, KS, Gwen Brown and her late husband Bennett of Bethany, OK, Tamaramy and husband Terryl Friesen of Arlington, TX, and Dawn and husband Rex Friesen of Udall, KS. In addition, Lois and Rufus have 19 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren plus 2 great-grandchildren to be born in 2021. At an early age, Rufus was taught to study and memorize scripture. This memorization was retained throughout his life. On his 95th birthday (2015) Rufus recited with perfect recall all 16 versus of Psalm 91 for family members in attendance that day for a celebration at Parkside Homes building 400. Rufus was an accomplished vocalist. He served as choir and male chorus director for many years at Ebenfeld Mennonite Brethren Church and sang in quartets. Quartet members where: Rufus, Les Suderman, Lowell Hagen and Elvie Loewen. Later the members consisted of; Rufus, Les Suderman, Otto Lohrenz (and Menno Lohrenz after Otto moved from the area) and Louis Hiebert. These quartet members sang at hundreds of funerals and scores of weddings and gave programs in Wichita, western Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The group also sang at the groundbreaking of the Koerner Heights Mennonite Brethren Church in Newton, Kansas. Rufus also served as Sunday school superintendent for several years at Ebenfeld Mennonite Brethren Church, and later Rufus teamed up with Lois to teach various adult Sunday School classes as well. Rufus was a long-term and successful businessman farming in Marion county. His operation was not a large business however it was consistently profitable. He experienced many changes throughout the 6 plus decades of growing small grains and raising livestock. In his early years, draft horses were used for haying, harrow cultivating and seeding wheat. Rufus often spoke of the pleasure he had working a team of draft horses and he referred to each horse by name. Later in life, Rufus enjoyed teaching 4 of his grandsons how to operate equipment and assist him with the field work. We fondly remember his quiet spirit, sense of humor and the joy Rufus derived from spending time with his family. Some of the most memorable times were spent with his wife and children around the supper table joking and laughing with each other. Rufus went to be with our Lord and Savior on December 11, 2020. His children, their spouses, grandchildren and his nieces and nephews will miss him greatly. We are blessed to have had Rufus involved in our lives for the many years God gave him on this earth. He often reminded us that his children were his greatest blessing. We rejoice in knowing that he is now with Jesus.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rufus Lohrenz

&nbsp; Charles Joseph Charbonneau, 77, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 11, 2020, with his family by his side at McPherson Hospital. Charles had worked at CertainTeed and Johns Manville and retired from Gibson Industrial Controls, Inc., all of McPherson. Charles was born on May 15, 1943, in Concordia, KS, the son of Joseph and Loretta (Tommer) Charbonneau. He graduated from Notre Dame High School (Concordia, KS) in 1961. On June 13, 1964, Charles was united in marriage to Janice R. Ribordy in Concordia. This union was blessed with two daughters, Lori and Lisa. Survivors include: his wife, Janice of the home; two daughters, Lori Nutter and husband, Brent, of McPherson, KS and Lisa Koehn and husband, Mike, of McPherson, KS; a sister, Janet Bisnette and husband, Charles, of Topeka, KS; and three grandchildren, Aaron Koehn, Crystal Nutter, and Nathan Nutter and wife, Morgan. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Dee Turrentine and Carolyn Keating. Charles will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Arrangements are pending and are with Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Charles Joseph Charbonneau, 77, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 11, 2020, with his family by his side at McPherson Hospital. Charles had worked at CertainTeed and Johns Manville and retired from Gibson Industrial Controls, Inc., all of McPherson. Charles was born on May 15, 1943, in Concordia, KS, the son of Joseph and Loretta (Tommer) Charbonneau. He graduated from Notre Dame High School (Concordia, KS) in 1961. On June 13, 1964, Charles was united in marriage to Janice R. Ribordy in Concordia. This union was blessed with two daughters, Lori and Lisa. Survivors include: his wife, Janice of the home; two daughters, Lori Nutter and husband, Brent, of McPherson, KS and Lisa Koehn and husband, Mike, of McPherson, KS; a sister, Janet Bisnette and husband, Charles, of Topeka, KS; and three grandchildren, Aaron Koehn, Crystal Nutter, and Nathan Nutter and wife, Morgan. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Dee Turrentine and Carolyn Keating. Charles will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Arrangements are pending and are with Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charles Joseph Charbonneau

Elvis Edward (Ed) Lindley Shannon, 89, Fishers, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 11, 2020.&nbsp; Ed was born to Roy and Mae (Hanson) Shannon in Lamar, Kansas, September 30, 1931. &nbsp;On November 22, 1951 he married Clara Jane Sharp.

Ed graduated from Miltonvale High school and attended Central College in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp; After graduation Ed began farming fulltime in Miltonvale, Kansas.&nbsp; Ed was known in the area as a progressive farmer and operated John Deere equipment, which he chose as his preferred equipment to operate. Ed devoted his farming career to raising wheat, milo, irrigated corn and soybeans.&nbsp; He also raised cattle and operated his own custom combining business for a number of years in the states of Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota and North Dakota.

Ed was a faithful member of the F.C. Hill Memorial Church in Miltonvale, Kansas.&nbsp; He served on the local church board, the local school board and other area agricultural boards.&nbsp; His life was deeply enriched by his faith, his family and his farming.

In May, 2002 Ed and CJ retired and moved to Highlands Ranch, Colorado where they enjoyed family close by and a more leisurely life in the mountain area. In February, 2017 they moved to Fishers, Indiana because of health needs and more simple living desires. &nbsp;

Ed was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Clara Jane (CJ); his father, William LeRoy Shannon; mother, Mae Marie (Hansen); two brothers, Rex Shannon and Paul Shannon; one sister, Violet Kellogg; daughter, Becky Zortman and son-in-law, Delbert Evans. &nbsp;He is survived by his brother, Eldon Shannon of Lenexa, KS; sister-in-law, Idris Shannon of Miltonvale, KS; four daughters; Patricia (Courtney) Dean of Topeka, KS; Jill (Phil) Caldwell of Carmel, IN; Jan (Steve) Brown of Castle Rock, CO and Lori Evans of Springfield, OR; Son-in-law, Duane Zortman of Amarillo, TX; granddaughters, Diana (Jamie) Klawon of Loveland, CO, Kimberly (Ryan) Martin of Olathe, KS, Desiree (Mark) Lambert of Carmel, IN, Bethany (Jason) Lewis of Carmel, IN, Holly (Ricardo) Lerma of Scottsdale, AZ, Kelly (Sam) Moore of Topeka, KS, Kattie (Jarred) Haile of Lubbock, TX; &nbsp;grandsons, Ryker Brown of Castle Rock, CO, Malik Evans and Mazeth Evans of Springfield, OR; eight great granddaughters, Avery Klawon, Lilly Klawon, Ella Martin, Mia Martin, Georgia Martin, Lacey Lambert, Hadley Lewis, Jagger Lerma, and Selah Moore; eight great grandsons, Maverick Martin, Duke Martin, Jackson Lambert, Bennett Lewis, Beckham Lerma, Thaddeus Moore, Ezekiel Moore, and Maddox Haile; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and friends.

Private inurnment will take place in the Miltonvale Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Samaritan’s Purse and sent in care of Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Elvis Edward (Ed) Lindley Shannon, 89, Fishers, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 11, 2020.&nbsp; Ed was born to Roy and Mae (Hanson) Shannon in Lamar, Kansas, September 30, 1931. &nbsp;On November 22, 1951 he married Clara Jane Sharp.Ed graduated from Miltonvale High school and attended Central College in McPherson, Kansas.&nbsp; After graduation Ed began farming fulltime in Miltonvale, Kansas.&nbsp; Ed was known in the area as a progressive farmer and operated John Deere equipment, which he chose as his preferred equipment to operate. Ed devoted his farming career to raising wheat, milo, irrigated corn and soybeans.&nbsp; He also raised cattle and operated his own custom combining business for a number of years in the states of Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota and North Dakota.Ed was a faithful member of the F.C. Hill Memorial Church in Miltonvale, Kansas.&nbsp; He served on the local church board, the local school board and other area agricultural boards.&nbsp; His life was deeply enriched by his faith, his family and his farming.In May, 2002 Ed and CJ retired and moved to Highlands Ranch, Colorado where they enjoyed family close by and a more leisurely life in the mountain area. In February, 2017 they moved to Fishers, Indiana because of health needs and more simple living desires. &nbsp;Ed was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Clara Jane (CJ); his father, William LeRoy Shannon; mother, Mae Marie (Hansen); two brothers, Rex Shannon and Paul Shannon; one sister, Violet Kellogg; daughter, Becky Zortman and son-in-law, Delbert Evans. &nbsp;He is survived by his brother, Eldon Shannon of Lenexa, KS; sister-in-law, Idris Shannon of Miltonvale, KS; four daughters; Patricia (Courtney) Dean of Topeka, KS; Jill (Phil) Caldwell of Carmel, IN; Jan (Steve) Brown of Castle Rock, CO and Lori Evans of Springfield, OR; Son-in-law, Duane Zortman of Amarillo, TX; granddaughters, Diana (Jamie) Klawon of Loveland, CO, Kimberly (Ryan) Martin of Olathe, KS, Desiree (Mark) Lambert of Carmel, IN, Bethany (Jason) Lewis of Carmel, IN, Holly (Ricardo) Lerma of Scottsdale, AZ, Kelly (Sam) Moore of Topeka, KS, Kattie (Jarred) Haile of Lubbock, TX; &nbsp;grandsons, Ryker Brown of Castle Rock, CO, Malik Evans and Mazeth Evans of Springfield, OR; eight great granddaughters, Avery Klawon, Lilly Klawon, Ella Martin, Mia Martin, Georgia Martin, Lacey Lambert, Hadley Lewis, Jagger Lerma, and Selah Moore; eight great grandsons, Maverick Martin, Duke Martin, Jackson Lambert, Bennett Lewis, Beckham Lerma, Thaddeus Moore, Ezekiel Moore, and Maddox Haile; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and friends.Private inurnment will take place in the Miltonvale Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Samaritan’s Purse and sent in care of Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Elvis Edward (Ed) Lindley Shannon

Sunday, November 7th, 1926-Friday, December 11th, 2020

Mary Eileen Jessey was born in Plattsburg, New York on 7 Nov. 1926 to Gilbert and Dorothy Jessey. 

She lived in Plattsburg until after high school with her sister Shirley and brother Donald. 

Shortly after high school her uncle Wright introduced her to an Army Officer named Calvin Matteson from Kansas. They fell in love and were married on 15 March 1947. A little over a year later they began their family which would include 4 boys: Ronald, Robert, Dennis, and Gary while living in Manchester, Kansas. 

Mary was a homemaker and was so until the boys were grown at which time she began her career working at Westinghouse later to become Phillips Lighting. 

They eventually moved from Manchester to Abilene where they would reside for the rest of their marriage. After Calvin died in 2009 Mary stayed in their home until she was unable to. She then moved to Eagle Crest Retirement Community in Salina and later to the Medical Lodge in Clay Center, Kansas. 

Mary passed away on Friday, December 11 having contracted Covid. 

She was preceeded in death by her husband Calvin and a son Dennis, her parents, a sister and a brother. 

She is survived by three sons, Ronald and wife Kathleen, Robert and wife Jan, Gary and wife Christine and daughter in law Diane, 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. 

Due to the Covid restrictions an open viewing without family will be held on Wednesday December 16 at the Danner funeral home and a family graveside service on Thursday December 17 at Prairie Dale cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Shriners Children’s Hospital and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

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 </figure><h2>Mary Eileen Matteson</h2>Sunday, November 7th, 1926-Friday, December 11th, 2020Mary Eileen Jessey was born in Plattsburg, New York on 7 Nov. 1926 to Gilbert and Dorothy Jessey. She lived in Plattsburg until after high school with her sister Shirley and brother Donald. Shortly after high school her uncle Wright introduced her to an Army Officer named Calvin Matteson from Kansas. They fell in love and were married on 15 March 1947. A little over a year later they began their family which would include 4 boys: Ronald, Robert, Dennis, and Gary while living in Manchester, Kansas. Mary was a homemaker and was so until the boys were grown at which time she began her career working at Westinghouse later to become Phillips Lighting. They eventually moved from Manchester to Abilene where they would reside for the rest of their marriage. After Calvin died in 2009 Mary stayed in their home until she was unable to. She then moved to Eagle Crest Retirement Community in Salina and later to the Medical Lodge in Clay Center, Kansas. Mary passed away on Friday, December 11 having contracted Covid. She was preceeded in death by her husband Calvin and a son Dennis, her parents, a sister and a brother. She is survived by three sons, Ronald and wife Kathleen, Robert and wife Jan, Gary and wife Christine and daughter in law Diane, 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. Due to the Covid restrictions an open viewing without family will be held on Wednesday December 16 at the Danner funeral home and a family graveside service on Thursday December 17 at Prairie Dale cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Shriners Children’s Hospital and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Mary Eileen Jessey

Sunday, July 18th, 1948-Saturday, December 12th, 2020

&nbsp; Gailen F. Budden, age 72, of Abilene, was born July 18, 1948 in Clay Center, Kansas the son of Lyman and Florence (Fyfe) Budden. He graduated from Clay Center High School and attended Auto Body School. On December 14, 1968 he married Phyllis Reed in Abilene. They spent almost 52 years together. Gailen worked in construction, owned his own body shop, Budden's Body Shop, and lastly was tool salesman for Mac Tools. He enjoyed many hobbies over the years with his many friends, including stock car racing, boating, golf, radio control flying and racing . He is survived by his loving wife Phyllis of the home, brothers Arden of Junction City, Brad of Abilene, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Phil and Elaine Reed, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister-in-law Lola Budden. According to Gailen’s wishes, the family has selected cremation and there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><h2>Gailen F Budden</h2>Sunday, July 18th, 1948-Saturday, December 12th, 2020&nbsp; Gailen F. Budden, age 72, of Abilene, was born July 18, 1948 in Clay Center, Kansas the son of Lyman and Florence (Fyfe) Budden. He graduated from Clay Center High School and attended Auto Body School. On December 14, 1968 he married Phyllis Reed in Abilene. They spent almost 52 years together. Gailen worked in construction, owned his own body shop, Budden's Body Shop, and lastly was tool salesman for Mac Tools. He enjoyed many hobbies over the years with his many friends, including stock car racing, boating, golf, radio control flying and racing . He is survived by his loving wife Phyllis of the home, brothers Arden of Junction City, Brad of Abilene, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Phil and Elaine Reed, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister-in-law Lola Budden. According to Gailen’s wishes, the family has selected cremation and there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gailen F. Budden

&nbsp; Sharon Herbel 74, of Solomon passed away at her home Thursday, December 10, 2020. She was born in Herington, KS, March 23, 1946, the daughter of J.C. and Lila (Surls) Craft. 

On January 19, 1964 she was united in marriage to Richard Herbel. He preceded her in death March 13, 2019. 

Sharon worked 35 years in Salina and Abilene in the Motor Vehicle Registrations office. 

She was a longtime member of Community Bible Church of Abilene. 

She was also actively involved for many years in the Central City Streetrods Car Club of Salina.

While her health allowed it, she enjoyed camping, car shows, attending her grandchildren’s sporting events, and loved hosting family get-togethers.

Sharon is survived by her daughters: Shelly Cole (fiance Clark Wenger) of Abilene and Julie Klein (Joe) of Abilene. One son, Scott Herbel of Salina. Eight Grandchildren: Danya Dent (Weston) of Salina; Keenan Cole (Ashley) of Enterprise; Quentin Cole (Kayla) of Abilene; Weston Klein (Brecken) of Manhattan; Evan Klein of Abilene; Jenna Klein of Abilene; Alex Herbel of Salina and Sara Herbel of Salina, and ten great-grandchildren. One brother, Bill Andrews (Diane) and two sisters, Carolyn Weeks (Charles) and Lovetta Alden.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Richard and son-in-law Steve Cole.

Funeral Services for Sharon will be 1:00 P.M., Thursday, December 17, 2020 at the Community Bible Church of Abilene. Due to Covid 19, there will be limited seating available, however, the service will be live-streamed on the Community Bible Church Facebook page for those not able to attend or not comfortable attending in person. Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon. Visitation is at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm. Family will receive friends from 5 pm - 7 pm. The family suggests memorials be given to Community Bible Church of Abilene. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Sharon Herbel 74, of Solomon passed away at her home Thursday, December 10, 2020. She was born in Herington, KS, March 23, 1946, the daughter of J.C. and Lila (Surls) Craft. On January 19, 1964 she was united in marriage to Richard Herbel. He preceded her in death March 13, 2019. Sharon worked 35 years in Salina and Abilene in the Motor Vehicle Registrations office. She was a longtime member of Community Bible Church of Abilene. She was also actively involved for many years in the Central City Streetrods Car Club of Salina. While her health allowed it, she enjoyed camping, car shows, attending her grandchildren’s sporting events, and loved hosting family get-togethers. Sharon is survived by her daughters: Shelly Cole (fiance Clark Wenger) of Abilene and Julie Klein (Joe) of Abilene. One son, Scott Herbel of Salina. Eight Grandchildren: Danya Dent (Weston) of Salina; Keenan Cole (Ashley) of Enterprise; Quentin Cole (Kayla) of Abilene; Weston Klein (Brecken) of Manhattan; Evan Klein of Abilene; Jenna Klein of Abilene; Alex Herbel of Salina and Sara Herbel of Salina, and ten great-grandchildren. One brother, Bill Andrews (Diane) and two sisters, Carolyn Weeks (Charles) and Lovetta Alden. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Richard and son-in-law Steve Cole. Funeral Services for Sharon will be 1:00 P.M., Thursday, December 17, 2020 at the Community Bible Church of Abilene. Due to Covid 19, there will be limited seating available, however, the service will be live-streamed on the Community Bible Church Facebook page for those not able to attend or not comfortable attending in person. Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon. Visitation is at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm. Family will receive friends from 5 pm - 7 pm. The family suggests memorials be given to Community Bible Church of Abilene. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sharon Herbel

Alvin W. Wiechman, 82, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020. He was born April 30, 1938 in Barnes, Kan., to Lawerence and Paula (Dierking) Wiechman. Alvin married his high school sweetheart, Lois Finlayson, on September 15, 1957 in Barnes.

Alvin started married life working at Finlayson Sand &amp; Gravel for his father-in-law. He continued working in construction work for many years building bridges and highways with several companies; Reece Construction , Frank Construction and Brown &amp; Brown Constuction Company.&nbsp; Alvin and Lois moved their young family many times in their early years. After moving to Salina in 1969; he continued to travel with the construction crews, coming home on weekends.&nbsp; He left construction work to have more time with his family. He worked a variety of jobs to support his family including as a cab driver, in multiple positions at the Coca-Cola plant and Tony’s Pizza. He started Lois’ Snacks. For 30 years he and Lois traveled to many birthday parties and small festivals with their concession stand, merry-go-round and bounce houses. Alvin made countless people smile by his magic tricks and balloon animals, both as “Alvie the Clown” or “Coyote Joe” on Tuesday nights at Coyote Canyon in Salina for 17 yrs. He was a member of the Lutheran Men’s Missionary League, Salina Chamber of Commerce and Lion’s Club, and the Central Kansas Amateur Radio Club teaching classes in Morse Code to many. Alvin was a giving person, always showing concern and willingness to help others with their projects.

He is survived by: sons, Calvin Wiechman (Phyllis) and Danny Wiechman (Anita); daughters, Kathy Dipman (Jeff) and Ruth Sears (Ken); brothers, Richard (Lavonne) and Don (Marcie); sister, Arlene Vorce; eight grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by: his wife of almost 63 years, Lois; parents; and brother-in-law, Don Vorce.

A private family funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Salina. Services may be viewed online at&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://livewebcastevents.com/alvin" target="_blank">livewebcastevents.com/alvin</a>

Burial will follow at 2:00 pm in St. Peter Lutheran Church Cemetery, rural Barnes. Visitation will be at the Ryan Mortuary on Friday, Dec. 18, from 4 until 8 pm that evening.

Memorials may be made to Sunflower Adult Day Services or the St. Peter Lutheran Church Cemetery, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th, Salina. For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryan/" target="_blank">www.ryan</a>mortuary.com

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 </figure>Alvin W. Wiechman, 82, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020. He was born April 30, 1938 in Barnes, Kan., to Lawerence and Paula (Dierking) Wiechman. Alvin married his high school sweetheart, Lois Finlayson, on September 15, 1957 in Barnes.Alvin started married life working at Finlayson Sand &amp; Gravel for his father-in-law. He continued working in construction work for many years building bridges and highways with several companies; Reece Construction , Frank Construction and Brown &amp; Brown Constuction Company.&nbsp; Alvin and Lois moved their young family many times in their early years. After moving to Salina in 1969; he continued to travel with the construction crews, coming home on weekends.&nbsp; He left construction work to have more time with his family. He worked a variety of jobs to support his family including as a cab driver, in multiple positions at the Coca-Cola plant and Tony’s Pizza. He started Lois’ Snacks. For 30 years he and Lois traveled to many birthday parties and small festivals with their concession stand, merry-go-round and bounce houses. Alvin made countless people smile by his magic tricks and balloon animals, both as “Alvie the Clown” or “Coyote Joe” on Tuesday nights at Coyote Canyon in Salina for 17 yrs. He was a member of the Lutheran Men’s Missionary League, Salina Chamber of Commerce and Lion’s Club, and the Central Kansas Amateur Radio Club teaching classes in Morse Code to many. Alvin was a giving person, always showing concern and willingness to help others with their projects.He is survived by: sons, Calvin Wiechman (Phyllis) and Danny Wiechman (Anita); daughters, Kathy Dipman (Jeff) and Ruth Sears (Ken); brothers, Richard (Lavonne) and Don (Marcie); sister, Arlene Vorce; eight grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by: his wife of almost 63 years, Lois; parents; and brother-in-law, Don Vorce.A private family funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Salina. Services may be viewed online at&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://livewebcastevents.com/alvin" target="_blank">livewebcastevents.com/alvin</a>Burial will follow at 2:00 pm in St. Peter Lutheran Church Cemetery, rural Barnes. Visitation will be at the Ryan Mortuary on Friday, Dec. 18, from 4 until 8 pm that evening.Memorials may be made to Sunflower Adult Day Services or the St. Peter Lutheran Church Cemetery, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th, Salina. For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryan/" target="_blank">www.ryan</a>mortuary.com

Alvin W. Wiechman

Betty P. Schmidt, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 
2020, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born 
on July 6, 1927, in Salina, Kansas, the daughter of Charles &amp; Freida
 Barnett Rice.&nbsp; Betty was a resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1951 
moving from Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She was a registered nurse and a 
homemaker.

She was a member of the First Christian Church and numerous other 
organizations all of&nbsp; Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; Betty graduated from Gray 
Hospital School of Registered Nursing in Hutchinson, Kansas on September
 1, 1948.

On October 1, 1950, she married Raymond Schmidt in Great Bend, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on February 10, 2002, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include her Daughter - Susan &amp; Dan Carter of Scott 
City, Kansas, Three Grandsons - Luke &amp; Christy Carter of Wichita, 
Kansas, Lance Carter of Scott City, Kansas, Jordan &amp; Tirra Carter of
 Scott City, Kansas, Five Great Grandchildren - Beckett Carter of 
Wichita, Kansas, Justice Carter of Wichita, Kansas, Landon Gilbert of 
Topeka, Kansas, Avery Carter of Scott City, Kansas, and Sadie Carter of 
Scott City, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Two Brothers - Burl Rice, Robert Rice, and One Sister - Odessa Klein.

Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 16, 
2020, at the Scott County Cemetery with Rev. Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; 
Services will be Live -Streamed on Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home 
Facebook page starting at 1:55 p.m. Wednesday.

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas

Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the First Christian 
Church or Scott Recreation Commission in care of Price and Sons Funeral 
Homes.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Betty P. Schmidt, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 
2020, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born 
on July 6, 1927, in Salina, Kansas, the daughter of Charles &amp; Freida
 Barnett Rice.&nbsp; Betty was a resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1951 
moving from Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She was a registered nurse and a 
homemaker.She was a member of the First Christian Church and numerous other 
organizations all of&nbsp; Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; Betty graduated from Gray 
Hospital School of Registered Nursing in Hutchinson, Kansas on September
 1, 1948.On October 1, 1950, she married Raymond Schmidt in Great Bend, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on February 10, 2002, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include her Daughter - Susan &amp; Dan Carter of Scott 
City, Kansas, Three Grandsons - Luke &amp; Christy Carter of Wichita, 
Kansas, Lance Carter of Scott City, Kansas, Jordan &amp; Tirra Carter of
 Scott City, Kansas, Five Great Grandchildren - Beckett Carter of 
Wichita, Kansas, Justice Carter of Wichita, Kansas, Landon Gilbert of 
Topeka, Kansas, Avery Carter of Scott City, Kansas, and Sadie Carter of 
Scott City, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Two Brothers - Burl Rice, Robert Rice, and One Sister - Odessa Klein.Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 16, 
2020, at the Scott County Cemetery with Rev. Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; 
Services will be Live -Streamed on Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home 
Facebook page starting at 1:55 p.m. Wednesday.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, KansasMemorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the First Christian 
Church or Scott Recreation Commission in care of Price and Sons Funeral 
Homes.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Betty P. Schmidt

Cindy Sue Sanderson, 68, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. She had kidney issues that were complicated after getting COVID.&nbsp;

She enjoyed fishing, playing cards, cooking, and attending activities with friends and family. Her favorite jobs were assistant manager at a restaurant, receptionist and radio announcer for Joy 88 in Topeka, and raising purebred poodles and yorkies. Her Christian faith was central to her life and she served as a missionary in Haiti and Mexico as well as at various local churches she attended over the years. She liked volunteering at clothing and food banks, contributing to bake sales, working at Christmas giveaways, and was serving on the Golden Bell Haven board.&nbsp;

Cindy was born November 20, 1952 to Roy and Freda Blake in Columbus, OH.

She is survived by her daughter, April (Steven) Benne, and grandchildren Cheneal, Ethan, Leah, Paisley, and Ezra Benne. Siblings Dan Blake, Jo Ann Rosshirt, and Bill Blake.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her husband Douglas Sanderson, parents Roy and Freda Blake and brother David Blake.&nbsp;

The family will have a private burial at Valley Cemetery. As much as Cindy would have enjoyed all her loved ones to gather, she would not want to risk possible exposure at this time.

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

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 </figure>Cindy Sue Sanderson, 68, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. She had kidney issues that were complicated after getting COVID.&nbsp;She enjoyed fishing, playing cards, cooking, and attending activities with friends and family. Her favorite jobs were assistant manager at a restaurant, receptionist and radio announcer for Joy 88 in Topeka, and raising purebred poodles and yorkies. Her Christian faith was central to her life and she served as a missionary in Haiti and Mexico as well as at various local churches she attended over the years. She liked volunteering at clothing and food banks, contributing to bake sales, working at Christmas giveaways, and was serving on the Golden Bell Haven board.&nbsp;Cindy was born November 20, 1952 to Roy and Freda Blake in Columbus, OH.She is survived by her daughter, April (Steven) Benne, and grandchildren Cheneal, Ethan, Leah, Paisley, and Ezra Benne. Siblings Dan Blake, Jo Ann Rosshirt, and Bill Blake.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her husband Douglas Sanderson, parents Roy and Freda Blake and brother David Blake.&nbsp;The family will have a private burial at Valley Cemetery. As much as Cindy would have enjoyed all her loved ones to gather, she would not want to risk possible exposure at this time.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home assisted the Sanderson family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com

Cindy Sue Sanderson

Fred J. Elyea, 84, born to John and Agnes (Rieke) Hess, and later adopted at an early age by Samuel Edwin “S.E” and Hazel Celeste (Manion) Elyea, was born November 27, 1936 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on December 10, 2020 at his home in rural Belleville, Kansas.

Fred grew up in Belleville, KS and graduated from Belleville High School. &nbsp;&nbsp;He served with the U. S. Army National Guard and worked for Max Scofield for 6 years farming and then was a supervisor for DHIA Milk test for two years.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Fred worked then for Archie Brewer milking cows for 2 years and later with Larry Walter in the dairy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He then started his own dairy farm and farming operation, he retired after 52 years and was the last remaining dairy farmer in Republic County.

On June 16, 1957, he was united in marriage to Audrey C. Forshee and to this union was born:&nbsp; Jim, Kent, Cyndi, Mark and Gina.

Fred served on the ABA, DHIA and REA Boards.&nbsp;&nbsp; He also was a member of the Dairy Farmers of America and the First United Methodist Church, Belleville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, June Scofield, Julianne Sifers, Betty Allen, Blanche McCall, Laura Dorman, Gladys Moline, and brothers,&nbsp; Keith Elyea, Doyle Elyea, Hugh Elyea, and Stanley Hess.

Fred is survived by his wife Audrey C. Elyea of Belleville, KS; children:&nbsp; Jim (Dara) Elyea of Belleville, KS, Kent (Charlene) Elyea of Hartley, Iowa, Cyndi Elyea of Omaha, NE, Mark (Tina) Elyea of Greenwood, NE, and Gina (Duffy) Strnad of Belleville, KS;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 grandchildren: Mysti Schiessler, Crystal Guerrero, Calvin Guerrero, Derek Elyea, Kirsten Elyea, Waylon Sheetz, Tara Sasse, and Tiffany Herbek;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6 great grandchildren:&nbsp; Dylan Schiessler, Dashiell Schiessler, Noah Martinez, Tynleigh Sasse, Kashtyn Sasse,and Remingtyn Sasse;&nbsp;&nbsp; one sister, Ardith Stone of Eugene, Oregon;&nbsp; other relatives, and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at the First United Methodist Church, Belleville, KS with Reverend Sang Hak Lee, officiating.

Interment will follow at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Belleville, KS.

Friends may call from 1 PM until 8 PM on Monday at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 6 PM until 7 PM on Monday, Dec. 14th at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church or Meadowlark Hospice.

Online condolences at www.bachelor-surber.com

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

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 </figure>Fred J. Elyea, 84, born to John and Agnes (Rieke) Hess, and later adopted at an early age by Samuel Edwin “S.E” and Hazel Celeste (Manion) Elyea, was born November 27, 1936 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on December 10, 2020 at his home in rural Belleville, Kansas.Fred grew up in Belleville, KS and graduated from Belleville High School. &nbsp;&nbsp;He served with the U. S. Army National Guard and worked for Max Scofield for 6 years farming and then was a supervisor for DHIA Milk test for two years.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Fred worked then for Archie Brewer milking cows for 2 years and later with Larry Walter in the dairy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He then started his own dairy farm and farming operation, he retired after 52 years and was the last remaining dairy farmer in Republic County.On June 16, 1957, he was united in marriage to Audrey C. Forshee and to this union was born:&nbsp; Jim, Kent, Cyndi, Mark and Gina.Fred served on the ABA, DHIA and REA Boards.&nbsp;&nbsp; He also was a member of the Dairy Farmers of America and the First United Methodist Church, Belleville.He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, June Scofield, Julianne Sifers, Betty Allen, Blanche McCall, Laura Dorman, Gladys Moline, and brothers,&nbsp; Keith Elyea, Doyle Elyea, Hugh Elyea, and Stanley Hess.Fred is survived by his wife Audrey C. Elyea of Belleville, KS; children:&nbsp; Jim (Dara) Elyea of Belleville, KS, Kent (Charlene) Elyea of Hartley, Iowa, Cyndi Elyea of Omaha, NE, Mark (Tina) Elyea of Greenwood, NE, and Gina (Duffy) Strnad of Belleville, KS;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 grandchildren: Mysti Schiessler, Crystal Guerrero, Calvin Guerrero, Derek Elyea, Kirsten Elyea, Waylon Sheetz, Tara Sasse, and Tiffany Herbek;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6 great grandchildren:&nbsp; Dylan Schiessler, Dashiell Schiessler, Noah Martinez, Tynleigh Sasse, Kashtyn Sasse,and Remingtyn Sasse;&nbsp;&nbsp; one sister, Ardith Stone of Eugene, Oregon;&nbsp; other relatives, and friends.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at the First United Methodist Church, Belleville, KS with Reverend Sang Hak Lee, officiating.Interment will follow at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Belleville, KS.Friends may call from 1 PM until 8 PM on Monday at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 6 PM until 7 PM on Monday, Dec. 14th at the funeral home.Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church or Meadowlark Hospice.Online condolences at www.bachelor-surber.comBachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS is in charge of the arrangements.

Fred J. Elyea

Marion - Violet F. Richmond, 82, passed away December 10, 2020 at St. Luke Hospital in Marion. She was born February 14, 1938 at Lincolnville to Frank and Amelia (Holub) Franta. 

She married James L. Richmond February 20, 1960 in Pilsen. 

Survivors include: husband, James L. Richmond of Marion; son, Rick Richmond of Austin, Texas; daughter, Jamie (Bill) Shirley of Marion; grandchildren, Torey (Amber) Hett, Katlin (Kyle) Perry, McKenzee Remmers, Benjamin Richmond; 4 great grandchildren. 

Predeceased by her two brothers, Gerald and Arnold Franta. 

Public viewing will be Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. 

Due to COVID-19 Funeral Mass will be held in several weeks. Memorials to St. Luke Hospital in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Marion - Violet F. Richmond, 82, passed away December 10, 2020 at St. Luke Hospital in Marion. She was born February 14, 1938 at Lincolnville to Frank and Amelia (Holub) Franta. She married James L. Richmond February 20, 1960 in Pilsen. Survivors include: husband, James L. Richmond of Marion; son, Rick Richmond of Austin, Texas; daughter, Jamie (Bill) Shirley of Marion; grandchildren, Torey (Amber) Hett, Katlin (Kyle) Perry, McKenzee Remmers, Benjamin Richmond; 4 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her two brothers, Gerald and Arnold Franta. Public viewing will be Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Due to COVID-19 Funeral Mass will be held in several weeks. Memorials to St. Luke Hospital in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Violet F. Richmond

Hillsboro - Amelia Hein, 98, passed away December 9, 2020 at Salem Home in Hillsboro. She was born January 26, 1922 to Frank and Libby Prochaska in Renfrow, Oklahoma. 

She is survived by a son and a daughter. 

Private Graveside service at Durham Park cemetery rural Durham. 

Memorials to Disabled Veterans in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, Kansas 67063. 

Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Hillsboro - Amelia Hein, 98, passed away December 9, 2020 at Salem Home in Hillsboro. She was born January 26, 1922 to Frank and Libby Prochaska in Renfrow, Oklahoma. She is survived by a son and a daughter. Private Graveside service at Durham Park cemetery rural Durham. Memorials to Disabled Veterans in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, Kansas 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Amelia Hein

&nbsp; Bonifacio "Boni" Bautista-Lopez, 52, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 10:21 a.m., Thursday, December 10th, suddenly, at McPherson Hospital. Bonifacio was born in San Juan Ixcoy, Guatemala on September 4, 1968, a son of Maria Lopez - Jacinto and Juan Bautista. Through the years Boni worked in Seattle, Washington at a Apple Orchard, Tyson Foods in Georgia, and was currently working for Ferguson Production as a machine operator. Boni enjoyed working, fixing, buying cars, was good at working with his hands, working in his vegetable garden, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his children, Isabel Bautista-Jose, of Omaha, Nebraska, Teresa Eulalia Bautista-Jose, of Cumming, Georgia, Miguel Jose Bautista-Jose, of Cumming, Georgia, and Oscar Domingo Bautista-Jose, of McPherson, Kansas; several grandchildren, a sister and a brother, other relatives and a host of friends. Boni was preceded in death by his parents. Private family services will be at Glidden - Ediger Chapel at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Boni Bautista - Lopez Memorial Fund and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Bonifacio "Boni" Bautista-Lopez, 52, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 10:21 a.m., Thursday, December 10th, suddenly, at McPherson Hospital. Bonifacio was born in San Juan Ixcoy, Guatemala on September 4, 1968, a son of Maria Lopez - Jacinto and Juan Bautista. Through the years Boni worked in Seattle, Washington at a Apple Orchard, Tyson Foods in Georgia, and was currently working for Ferguson Production as a machine operator. Boni enjoyed working, fixing, buying cars, was good at working with his hands, working in his vegetable garden, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his children, Isabel Bautista-Jose, of Omaha, Nebraska, Teresa Eulalia Bautista-Jose, of Cumming, Georgia, Miguel Jose Bautista-Jose, of Cumming, Georgia, and Oscar Domingo Bautista-Jose, of McPherson, Kansas; several grandchildren, a sister and a brother, other relatives and a host of friends. Boni was preceded in death by his parents. Private family services will be at Glidden - Ediger Chapel at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Boni Bautista - Lopez Memorial Fund and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonifacio "Boni" Bautista-Lopez

Leland Carl Zerbe, age 90, passed Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at Diversicare of Council Grove. He was born April 12, 1930, on a farm south of Alta Vista, Kansas to Gus H. Zerbe and Virgina E. McLaughlin. 

On February 28, 1953 he married Shirley J. Gehrke. From this union was born two sons, Steven and Mark. He married Mary Vliet on September 9, 1977. He was presently married to Shirley Barber. 

Surviving family members include: sons, Steven (Claire) Zerbe of Council Grove and Mark (Lori) Zerbe of Sedgwick; Grand children: Jamie (Loren) Cunningham of Lenexa, Lisa Zerbe of Ozawkie, Ryan Zerbe of Maize, and Alex (Allison) Zerbe of Ozawkie; five great grandchildren; and sister-in law Carolyn Zerbe of Eskridge. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Curtis Zerbe. 

Leland graduated from Alta Vista High School in 1948 and joined the United Stated Navy and was stationed in San Diego, CA. 

He returned back to the Alta Vista area and went to work for Beech Aircraft at Delavan, KS. He later helped construct and manage Western Grain Mill in Council Grove, managed Council Grove Livestock Auction and was Morris County Weed Director until retirement. 

Leland enjoyed sports in high school and was active in CG Jaycees and played many a baseball game with them. 

He was active in the community with Rotary Club, was an officer and a board of director on Flint Hills RECA and President of the board of Flint Hills Development, helping to bring the first satellite TV dishes to the area. 

He assisted with the Santa Fe Trail riders and over the years rode the trail by horseback across Kansas and into New Mexico. One of Leland's favorite things was riding a good horse, several of which he trained, and every year help gather cattle for the Rotary Cutting Horse contest. During one contest, he won a watch for best cutter in the local cowboy division, of which he was quite proud. He helped many a rancher gather cattle off Flint Hill pastures, one year commenting he had helped gather and load enough cattle to fill over ninety semi-trucks in that summer alone. 

Having a farm shop was another joy, where over the years he built or reconstructed many pieces of farm equipment, often welding a broken machinery part for a neighbor. Later during retirement he would build cowboys, bucking bulls and many other items out of horse shoes. 

Leland was a member of the Lutheran Church. Graveside services will be for family members only at Templin Cemetery with a memorial service later next year. Memorial contributions may be made to Morris County 4-H Foundation and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846. Condolences may be left at www.sawyerchapel.com.

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 </figure>Leland Carl Zerbe, age 90, passed Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at Diversicare of Council Grove. He was born April 12, 1930, on a farm south of Alta Vista, Kansas to Gus H. Zerbe and Virgina E. McLaughlin. On February 28, 1953 he married Shirley J. Gehrke. From this union was born two sons, Steven and Mark. He married Mary Vliet on September 9, 1977. He was presently married to Shirley Barber. Surviving family members include: sons, Steven (Claire) Zerbe of Council Grove and Mark (Lori) Zerbe of Sedgwick; Grand children: Jamie (Loren) Cunningham of Lenexa, Lisa Zerbe of Ozawkie, Ryan Zerbe of Maize, and Alex (Allison) Zerbe of Ozawkie; five great grandchildren; and sister-in law Carolyn Zerbe of Eskridge. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Curtis Zerbe. Leland graduated from Alta Vista High School in 1948 and joined the United Stated Navy and was stationed in San Diego, CA. He returned back to the Alta Vista area and went to work for Beech Aircraft at Delavan, KS. He later helped construct and manage Western Grain Mill in Council Grove, managed Council Grove Livestock Auction and was Morris County Weed Director until retirement. Leland enjoyed sports in high school and was active in CG Jaycees and played many a baseball game with them. He was active in the community with Rotary Club, was an officer and a board of director on Flint Hills RECA and President of the board of Flint Hills Development, helping to bring the first satellite TV dishes to the area. He assisted with the Santa Fe Trail riders and over the years rode the trail by horseback across Kansas and into New Mexico. One of Leland's favorite things was riding a good horse, several of which he trained, and every year help gather cattle for the Rotary Cutting Horse contest. During one contest, he won a watch for best cutter in the local cowboy division, of which he was quite proud. He helped many a rancher gather cattle off Flint Hill pastures, one year commenting he had helped gather and load enough cattle to fill over ninety semi-trucks in that summer alone. Having a farm shop was another joy, where over the years he built or reconstructed many pieces of farm equipment, often welding a broken machinery part for a neighbor. Later during retirement he would build cowboys, bucking bulls and many other items out of horse shoes. Leland was a member of the Lutheran Church. Graveside services will be for family members only at Templin Cemetery with a memorial service later next year. Memorial contributions may be made to Morris County 4-H Foundation and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846. Condolences may be left at www.sawyerchapel.com.

Leland Carl Zerbe

Merna Loraine Hays, 91, of Abilene, died December 10, 2020 in Abilene, KS. Mrs. Hays was born April 12, 1929 in Osborne, Kansas, the daughter of Floyd and Lena (William) Roach. She married Willis Hays in July 1947 and focused on raising a family. Merna worked as head operator and bookkeeper at the Farmers Mutual Telephone Company in Gaylord. She then worked at Anderson Grain in Harlan. She completed her work career after 22 years with the Kirwin-Webster Irrigation District Office in Gaylord, retiring in 1994.

Merna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Willis, and two grandchildren, Jon Louis Bigler and Carl Dean Ruhnke. Survivors include one son, Kevin Hays; two daughters, Katherine and Louis Bigler, Susan and Jim Ruhnke; seven grandchildren, Moriah and Keith Graff, Jamie Bigler, Jessie and Jake Lanahan, Sean and Brandee Bigler, and Cade, Keegan and Konon Hays; and five greatgrandchildren, Kaitlynn and Kylie Bigler, Joshua Lanahan, Chloe Ruhnke, and Alisha Graff.

Merna believed in Jesus under the preaching of Thomas Easterly at the Mayflower E.U.B. Church, rural Portis, where she became a member. She is presently a member of the Gaylord Nazarene Church. She graduated from Gaylord High School Class and was Valedictorian of the Class of 1947. In 1978 she studied and received her Geriatric Aide Certification from North Central Kansas Area Vocational Technical School.

Merna and Willie enjoyed vacationing in the Ozarks and were even featured as Season Pass Holders in a Silver Dollar City Brochure. She also enjoyed researching genealogy and the recipe for "faustnuts" a Pennsylvania Dutch doughnut tradition on Shrove Tuesday was published in the Heartland Herald-Echo. She kept this tradition until she was no longer able to make them. She was an excellent seamstress, making many matching outfits for her family and also sewing for others. She became a master at crocheting, a proficient photographer, gardening and food preservation, and playing the dulcimer.

Funeral services will be held at the graveside at 1:00 pm Wednesday, December 16, 2020 in the Gaylord Cemetery, Gaylord, Ks. Visitation will be at the Ryan Mortuary, Salina where friends may call from 4 until 8 pm Tuesday.

Memorials may be made to the Gaylord Church of the Nazarene or the charity of the donor's choice in care of Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp;For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

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 </figure>Merna Loraine Hays, 91, of Abilene, died December 10, 2020 in Abilene, KS. Mrs. Hays was born April 12, 1929 in Osborne, Kansas, the daughter of Floyd and Lena (William) Roach. She married Willis Hays in July 1947 and focused on raising a family. Merna worked as head operator and bookkeeper at the Farmers Mutual Telephone Company in Gaylord. She then worked at Anderson Grain in Harlan. She completed her work career after 22 years with the Kirwin-Webster Irrigation District Office in Gaylord, retiring in 1994.Merna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Willis, and two grandchildren, Jon Louis Bigler and Carl Dean Ruhnke. Survivors include one son, Kevin Hays; two daughters, Katherine and Louis Bigler, Susan and Jim Ruhnke; seven grandchildren, Moriah and Keith Graff, Jamie Bigler, Jessie and Jake Lanahan, Sean and Brandee Bigler, and Cade, Keegan and Konon Hays; and five greatgrandchildren, Kaitlynn and Kylie Bigler, Joshua Lanahan, Chloe Ruhnke, and Alisha Graff.Merna believed in Jesus under the preaching of Thomas Easterly at the Mayflower E.U.B. Church, rural Portis, where she became a member. She is presently a member of the Gaylord Nazarene Church. She graduated from Gaylord High School Class and was Valedictorian of the Class of 1947. In 1978 she studied and received her Geriatric Aide Certification from North Central Kansas Area Vocational Technical School.Merna and Willie enjoyed vacationing in the Ozarks and were even featured as Season Pass Holders in a Silver Dollar City Brochure. She also enjoyed researching genealogy and the recipe for "faustnuts" a Pennsylvania Dutch doughnut tradition on Shrove Tuesday was published in the Heartland Herald-Echo. She kept this tradition until she was no longer able to make them. She was an excellent seamstress, making many matching outfits for her family and also sewing for others. She became a master at crocheting, a proficient photographer, gardening and food preservation, and playing the dulcimer.Funeral services will be held at the graveside at 1:00 pm Wednesday, December 16, 2020 in the Gaylord Cemetery, Gaylord, Ks. Visitation will be at the Ryan Mortuary, Salina where friends may call from 4 until 8 pm Tuesday.Memorials may be made to the Gaylord Church of the Nazarene or the charity of the donor's choice in care of Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp;For more information or to leave condolences go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>

Merna Loraine Hays

Dannie Lee Cyphers, 72, went to be with the Lord on December 8, 2020.

Dannie was born to Herald and Estella Cyphers on June 15, 1948 in Concordia, KS. He graduated from Concordia high school in 1966. After high school he volunteered instead of getting drafted into the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany. In 1969 returning home he worked for Beech Aircraft later Raytheon for 44 years until he retired.

Dannie married Vicky Lour in 1969 in Salina, KS. She preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Esther J. Cyphers. They were married 43 years and 9 months.

Dannie was preceded in death by daughter, Edith Jean Best; and three grandchildren, Samantha Crook, Breanna Crook, Jesus Escobedo.

He is survived by two sons, Danial Poague of Newton, Michael Cyphers of Wichita; two daughters, Linda Crook of Salina, Rhea Sewell of Wichita; eighteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; four sisters, Darlene Johnson (Doug), Della Keough, Diana Sykes (Jim), Doris Wells (Jack); and one brother, David Cyphers (Lynne').

His hobbies included being an ACFA Cat judge, he loved fishing, and hunting. But most of all cheering for his beloved Kansas City Chiefs.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, December 14, 2020 at Ryan Mortuary. Private family funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 15th. Burial will be in Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

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 </figure>Dannie Lee Cyphers, 72, went to be with the Lord on December 8, 2020.Dannie was born to Herald and Estella Cyphers on June 15, 1948 in Concordia, KS. He graduated from Concordia high school in 1966. After high school he volunteered instead of getting drafted into the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany. In 1969 returning home he worked for Beech Aircraft later Raytheon for 44 years until he retired.Dannie married Vicky Lour in 1969 in Salina, KS. She preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Esther J. Cyphers. They were married 43 years and 9 months.Dannie was preceded in death by daughter, Edith Jean Best; and three grandchildren, Samantha Crook, Breanna Crook, Jesus Escobedo.He is survived by two sons, Danial Poague of Newton, Michael Cyphers of Wichita; two daughters, Linda Crook of Salina, Rhea Sewell of Wichita; eighteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; four sisters, Darlene Johnson (Doug), Della Keough, Diana Sykes (Jim), Doris Wells (Jack); and one brother, David Cyphers (Lynne').His hobbies included being an ACFA Cat judge, he loved fishing, and hunting. But most of all cheering for his beloved Kansas City Chiefs.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, December 14, 2020 at Ryan Mortuary. Private family funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 15th. Burial will be in Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.Memorials to Wounded Warrior Project.

Dannie Lee Cyphers

May 9, 1935 until December 6, 2020 Kaye B. Pearce passed on December 6th, 2020 at his home in Bella Vista, Arkansas, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 9, 1935, in Miltonvale, Kansas, the son of Bertice and Meta Pearce.&nbsp; He graduated from Central High School and Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; He served for 13 years in the Army National Guard. He dedicated his career of 39 years to the kids of Kansas as a teacher, athletic director, football, track, and basketball coach and as a member of the Kansas State High School Activities Association. &nbsp;He served the Association as Administrative Assistant, Director and retired as Executive Director in 1996. &nbsp;Other professional positions included: NFHS Football Rules Committee for 20 years, serving as the chair the last four years; two terms on the NFHS Track &amp; Field Rules Committee; Board of Directors for the Sunflower State Games; and Kansas Wesleyan University (Salina, KS) Board of Trustees.&nbsp; For many years following his retirement, he served as the KSHSAA State Track and Field Meet referee. Kaye was inducted into the Salina Central High School Hall of Fame (Coach), the Kansas Wesleyan University Hall of Fame (Football, Basketball) and the Kansas State High School Activities Association Hall of Fame (Administrator). Kaye stood for sportsmanship, fairness and a level playing field for everyone.&nbsp; He gave generously of his time, going the extra mile to assure success.&nbsp; He had a reputation as an excellent leader who truly cared about his profession, treating everyone with respect, having an open-door policy, listening to all problems and making firm but fair decisions.&nbsp; He had enormous respect for the officials and referees. &nbsp;The many coaches, players, officials and administrators he met and worked with were a source of enjoyment and treasured friendships over the decades. He loved serving the Lord at First Presbyterian Church in Salina, Kansas; the University United Methodist Church of Topeka, Kansas; and the Bella Vista Community Church in Arkansas. &nbsp;Kaye served as a Sunday school teacher, head usher, and on the church Foundation Boards. He liked to tell people that on his 51st birthday he got a wife, four kids and four grandkids when he married Barbara Bauer in 1986 in Versailles, Missouri. &nbsp;It was there that they met on the golf course. He had many names and titles, but his favorite was Paw Paw K.&nbsp; He loved camping, swimming, woodworking and golf.&nbsp; He was very proud of his two holes in one. &nbsp;He loved watching sports on tv, reading, hearing his daughters sing and playing games with the kids. &nbsp;He enjoyed traveling, making new friends, visiting old friends, hearing from former students, athletes, coaches, officials and classmates. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bertice and Meta Pearce of Salina, Kansas; his sister Colleen and husband Keith Mueller of Versailles, Missouri; and his son and golf buddy Bret Bauer of Willard, Missouri. Kaye is survived by his wife Barbara Pearce, their daughters: Bobbi and husband Gray Birdsong, Jefferson City, Missouri; Beth Bauer; Barrie and husband Kent Bales all of Bella Vista, Arkansas;&nbsp; Daughter-in-law Dana Mallory, Battlefield, Missouri. Grandchildren: Lindsey, Nicholas, Oliver, Michael and Stacey.&nbsp; Great-Grandchildren: Haley, Holden, Alexxis, Austin, Andrew and William. Sister-in-laws Susan and husband Paul White; Kathy and husband Kenneth Coffman all of Versailles, Missouri; He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Kaye had a private cremation. Memorials may be made to Kansas Wesleyan University Athletic Department in Salina, Kansas, or to the Music Department at Bella Vista Community Church of Bella Vista, Arkansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home of Bella Vista, Arkansas. Condolences:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com/">www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com</a>

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 </figure>May 9, 1935 until December 6, 2020 Kaye B. Pearce passed on December 6th, 2020 at his home in Bella Vista, Arkansas, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 9, 1935, in Miltonvale, Kansas, the son of Bertice and Meta Pearce.&nbsp; He graduated from Central High School and Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; He served for 13 years in the Army National Guard. He dedicated his career of 39 years to the kids of Kansas as a teacher, athletic director, football, track, and basketball coach and as a member of the Kansas State High School Activities Association. &nbsp;He served the Association as Administrative Assistant, Director and retired as Executive Director in 1996. &nbsp;Other professional positions included: NFHS Football Rules Committee for 20 years, serving as the chair the last four years; two terms on the NFHS Track &amp; Field Rules Committee; Board of Directors for the Sunflower State Games; and Kansas Wesleyan University (Salina, KS) Board of Trustees.&nbsp; For many years following his retirement, he served as the KSHSAA State Track and Field Meet referee. Kaye was inducted into the Salina Central High School Hall of Fame (Coach), the Kansas Wesleyan University Hall of Fame (Football, Basketball) and the Kansas State High School Activities Association Hall of Fame (Administrator). Kaye stood for sportsmanship, fairness and a level playing field for everyone.&nbsp; He gave generously of his time, going the extra mile to assure success.&nbsp; He had a reputation as an excellent leader who truly cared about his profession, treating everyone with respect, having an open-door policy, listening to all problems and making firm but fair decisions.&nbsp; He had enormous respect for the officials and referees. &nbsp;The many coaches, players, officials and administrators he met and worked with were a source of enjoyment and treasured friendships over the decades. He loved serving the Lord at First Presbyterian Church in Salina, Kansas; the University United Methodist Church of Topeka, Kansas; and the Bella Vista Community Church in Arkansas. &nbsp;Kaye served as a Sunday school teacher, head usher, and on the church Foundation Boards. He liked to tell people that on his 51st birthday he got a wife, four kids and four grandkids when he married Barbara Bauer in 1986 in Versailles, Missouri. &nbsp;It was there that they met on the golf course. He had many names and titles, but his favorite was Paw Paw K.&nbsp; He loved camping, swimming, woodworking and golf.&nbsp; He was very proud of his two holes in one. &nbsp;He loved watching sports on tv, reading, hearing his daughters sing and playing games with the kids. &nbsp;He enjoyed traveling, making new friends, visiting old friends, hearing from former students, athletes, coaches, officials and classmates. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bertice and Meta Pearce of Salina, Kansas; his sister Colleen and husband Keith Mueller of Versailles, Missouri; and his son and golf buddy Bret Bauer of Willard, Missouri. Kaye is survived by his wife Barbara Pearce, their daughters: Bobbi and husband Gray Birdsong, Jefferson City, Missouri; Beth Bauer; Barrie and husband Kent Bales all of Bella Vista, Arkansas;&nbsp; Daughter-in-law Dana Mallory, Battlefield, Missouri. Grandchildren: Lindsey, Nicholas, Oliver, Michael and Stacey.&nbsp; Great-Grandchildren: Haley, Holden, Alexxis, Austin, Andrew and William. Sister-in-laws Susan and husband Paul White; Kathy and husband Kenneth Coffman all of Versailles, Missouri; He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Kaye had a private cremation. Memorials may be made to Kansas Wesleyan University Athletic Department in Salina, Kansas, or to the Music Department at Bella Vista Community Church of Bella Vista, Arkansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home of Bella Vista, Arkansas. Condolences:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com/">www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com</a>

Kaye B. Pearce

John Russell “Russ” Reynolds, 80, of Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, December 08, 2020, at the Willow House in Hays, Kansas.

Russ was born on April 02, 1940, in Stockton, Kansas, the son of John William and Edna Marie (Hamit) Reynolds.  He grew up in Stockton until he was in the 8th grade and at that time he moved with his family to Natoma, Kansas, where he attended Natoma High School.  He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Marthana R. Matheson on December 22, 1961, in The Methodist Church in Natoma, Kansas.  From this union, Russ and Marthana were blessed with two children, Ray and Connie.  Russ and Marthana opened their home and hearts to 28 foster children in their earlier years.  Russ worked in the oilfield industry for most of his life.  He was a longtime employee for Allied Cementing and worked his way up the ranks to supervisor.  He then worked for Hays Pathology Laboratory before he retired.  He was a longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Russell, Kansas. 

 Throughout his life and in his later years he enjoyed 3 PM coffee at McDonalds, shooting pool, baking angel food cakes, motorcycles, driving and working on cars, and loved taking long trips cruising up and down the local streets and rural roads of Kansas. Russ was always up for participating in Parades with his 64’ Impala and 72’ Corvette.  Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.  Russ especially enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Russ’s greatest enjoyment and blessing in life was the unconditional love between he and his wife, Marthana. 

Surviving family includes his wife Marthana of the home; son Ray P. Reynolds and wife Brenda of Bixby, Oklahoma and daughter Connie K. Krug and husband Steve of Russell, Kansas and his brother George Reynolds of Lincoln, Kansas; 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A celebration of Russ’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, December 14, 2020, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.  Burial will follow at the St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Russell.  Viewing and visitation will be held from 1 P.M. to 6 P.M. on Sunday, December 13, 2020, and Monday 9 AM to service time at the mortuary.  

Memorials may be given to the Russell Food Pantry and sent in care of the mortuary.  Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

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 </figure>John Russell “Russ” Reynolds, 80, of Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, December 08, 2020, at the Willow House in Hays, Kansas.Russ was born on April 02, 1940, in Stockton, Kansas, the son of John William and Edna Marie (Hamit) Reynolds. He grew up in Stockton until he was in the 8th grade and at that time he moved with his family to Natoma, Kansas, where he attended Natoma High School. He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Marthana R. Matheson on December 22, 1961, in The Methodist Church in Natoma, Kansas. From this union, Russ and Marthana were blessed with two children, Ray and Connie. Russ and Marthana opened their home and hearts to 28 foster children in their earlier years. Russ worked in the oilfield industry for most of his life. He was a longtime employee for Allied Cementing and worked his way up the ranks to supervisor. He then worked for Hays Pathology Laboratory before he retired. He was a longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Russell, Kansas. Throughout his life and in his later years he enjoyed 3 PM coffee at McDonalds, shooting pool, baking angel food cakes, motorcycles, driving and working on cars, and loved taking long trips cruising up and down the local streets and rural roads of Kansas. Russ was always up for participating in Parades with his 64’ Impala and 72’ Corvette. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Russ especially enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Russ’s greatest enjoyment and blessing in life was the unconditional love between he and his wife, Marthana. Surviving family includes his wife Marthana of the home; son Ray P. Reynolds and wife Brenda of Bixby, Oklahoma and daughter Connie K. Krug and husband Steve of Russell, Kansas and his brother George Reynolds of Lincoln, Kansas; 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.A celebration of Russ’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, December 14, 2020, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. Burial will follow at the St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Russell. Viewing and visitation will be held from 1 P.M. to 6 P.M. on Sunday, December 13, 2020, and Monday 9 AM to service time at the mortuary. Memorials may be given to the Russell Food Pantry and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Russ Reynolds

Karlene Jo Konovalsky was born on July 2, 1950, the 4th daughter of Alfred and Elvie (Monson) Konovalsky.&nbsp; Karlene could never imagine growing up somewhere other than “the farm.”&nbsp; She loved working in the fields and caring for livestock on the farm.&nbsp; It provided her with great memories.

She graduated from Courtland High School, Courtland, KS in 1968 and from Bethany College, Lindsborg, KS in 1972.&nbsp; Her first job after college was at the Sheridan County Hospital, Hoxie, KS.&nbsp; It was in Hoxie that she met Charles (Chuck) Buechman and they were married on May 31, 1975.&nbsp; They had two sons, Andy and Randy.&nbsp; They moved to Larned, KS in 1992 and she worked at the Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility for the next 23+ years, retiring in 2015.&nbsp; After her retirement they moved to Schowalter Villa, Hesston, KS.

Two organizations she felt passionate about were donating blood to the American Red Cross and supporting KETCH (Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped).&nbsp; Her blood donations were in excess of 20-gallons.&nbsp; She would be first in line to support activities sponsored by KETCH.

She attended the Hesston United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star holding many offices and gaining many friends during those years.&nbsp; She was a willing worker alongside Chuck in his work with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.&nbsp; The Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped (KETCH) held a special place in her heart.&nbsp; They have been willing volunteers with the Elks Hoop Shoot (Free Throw Contest) Program, even having the opportunity to assist with the 4-Regional Program for 20 years.

Andy and Randy were the best sons a mother could ask for.&nbsp; She loved following them in their activities, mostly football, wrestling and golf.&nbsp; She and Chuck were able to coerce them into taking piano lessons with the promise of a driving lesson after their piano lesson.&nbsp; They learned to drive stick shift at an early age!

Grandchildren are the best!&nbsp; Memories of their activities and antics were priceless.&nbsp; She loved them all so much.

She was proceeded in death by her parents Alfred and Elvie, sister Karen Adams, brothers-in-law Marion Johnson and Robert Smith, and sister-in-law Marguerite Clark and her husband Carlyle.

She is survived by her husband Chuck, sons, Andy (Allison), Abilene, KS and Randy (Karen), Prosper, TX; grandchildren Logan, Lyndsey, Grayson and Colton; sisters, Kathy Johnson, Belleville, KS and Karole (John) Jacobsen, Kansas City, MO.&nbsp; Nephews David (Jan) Clark, Longmont, CO, Jeff (Kelly) Smith, Flower Mound, TX, Doug Smith, Arleta, CA, Bryan Johnson, Ensenada, Mexico and Whitney (Shelley) Johnson, Belleville, KS.&nbsp; Nieces Kris Serrien, Wichita, KS and Lea Welch, Topeka, KS.&nbsp; And many relatives and friends.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a private family service will be held with a Memorial Service to be held at a later date. Karlene requested memorials to the Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped or to the Hesston United Methodist Church, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Family and friends unable to attend the services are encouraged to leave memories and express their condolences on the Tribute Wall of Karlene’s obituary page on the funeral home website.

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

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 </figure>Karlene Jo Konovalsky was born on July 2, 1950, the 4th daughter of Alfred and Elvie (Monson) Konovalsky.&nbsp; Karlene could never imagine growing up somewhere other than “the farm.”&nbsp; She loved working in the fields and caring for livestock on the farm.&nbsp; It provided her with great memories.She graduated from Courtland High School, Courtland, KS in 1968 and from Bethany College, Lindsborg, KS in 1972.&nbsp; Her first job after college was at the Sheridan County Hospital, Hoxie, KS.&nbsp; It was in Hoxie that she met Charles (Chuck) Buechman and they were married on May 31, 1975.&nbsp; They had two sons, Andy and Randy.&nbsp; They moved to Larned, KS in 1992 and she worked at the Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility for the next 23+ years, retiring in 2015.&nbsp; After her retirement they moved to Schowalter Villa, Hesston, KS.Two organizations she felt passionate about were donating blood to the American Red Cross and supporting KETCH (Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped).&nbsp; Her blood donations were in excess of 20-gallons.&nbsp; She would be first in line to support activities sponsored by KETCH.She attended the Hesston United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star holding many offices and gaining many friends during those years.&nbsp; She was a willing worker alongside Chuck in his work with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.&nbsp; The Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped (KETCH) held a special place in her heart.&nbsp; They have been willing volunteers with the Elks Hoop Shoot (Free Throw Contest) Program, even having the opportunity to assist with the 4-Regional Program for 20 years.Andy and Randy were the best sons a mother could ask for.&nbsp; She loved following them in their activities, mostly football, wrestling and golf.&nbsp; She and Chuck were able to coerce them into taking piano lessons with the promise of a driving lesson after their piano lesson.&nbsp; They learned to drive stick shift at an early age!Grandchildren are the best!&nbsp; Memories of their activities and antics were priceless.&nbsp; She loved them all so much.She was proceeded in death by her parents Alfred and Elvie, sister Karen Adams, brothers-in-law Marion Johnson and Robert Smith, and sister-in-law Marguerite Clark and her husband Carlyle.She is survived by her husband Chuck, sons, Andy (Allison), Abilene, KS and Randy (Karen), Prosper, TX; grandchildren Logan, Lyndsey, Grayson and Colton; sisters, Kathy Johnson, Belleville, KS and Karole (John) Jacobsen, Kansas City, MO.&nbsp; Nephews David (Jan) Clark, Longmont, CO, Jeff (Kelly) Smith, Flower Mound, TX, Doug Smith, Arleta, CA, Bryan Johnson, Ensenada, Mexico and Whitney (Shelley) Johnson, Belleville, KS.&nbsp; Nieces Kris Serrien, Wichita, KS and Lea Welch, Topeka, KS.&nbsp; And many relatives and friends.Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a private family service will be held with a Memorial Service to be held at a later date. Karlene requested memorials to the Kansas Elks Training Center for the Handicapped or to the Hesston United Methodist Church, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Family and friends unable to attend the services are encouraged to leave memories and express their condolences on the Tribute Wall of Karlene’s obituary page on the funeral home website.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home of Belleville assisted the Buechman family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com

Karlene Jo Konovalsky

Lyle Arnold Swisher, 92, of Lindsborg, formerly of Gypsum, died Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Lindsborg Community Hospital after a battle with Covid.  Lyle was born November 11, 1928 in Gypsum, KS to the late Thomas and Carrie (Andrew) Swisher.  

Lyle was a graduate of Gypsum High School.  He married the love of his life, Avonne Watson Montgomery in Gypsum, KS on May 11, 1973.  Lyle was a lifelong farmer in the Gypsum area.  He was a proud member for the First Baptist Church, Gypsum, KS and loved his Lord dearly. 

He is survived by his daughters: Ann McCormick (James) of Salina, KS, Jane Hutzler (Chris) of Plano, TX, and Rita Rea Suppes (Glen) of Lindsborg, KS; son: Lee Montgomery (Susan Weis) of Salina, KS; as well as nine grandchildren, two step grandchildren and one great grandson.

A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 11 at Gypsum Cemetery in Gypsum, KS with Chaplain Phillip Hett officiating.  .

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethany Home or to Lindsborg Community Hospital.  Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Lyle Arnold Swisher, 92, of Lindsborg, formerly of Gypsum, died Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Lindsborg Community Hospital after a battle with Covid. Lyle was born November 11, 1928 in Gypsum, KS to the late Thomas and Carrie (Andrew) Swisher. Lyle was a graduate of Gypsum High School. He married the love of his life, Avonne Watson Montgomery in Gypsum, KS on May 11, 1973. Lyle was a lifelong farmer in the Gypsum area. He was a proud member for the First Baptist Church, Gypsum, KS and loved his Lord dearly. He is survived by his daughters: Ann McCormick (James) of Salina, KS, Jane Hutzler (Chris) of Plano, TX, and Rita Rea Suppes (Glen) of Lindsborg, KS; son: Lee Montgomery (Susan Weis) of Salina, KS; as well as nine grandchildren, two step grandchildren and one great grandson.A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 11 at Gypsum Cemetery in Gypsum, KS with Chaplain Phillip Hett officiating. .In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethany Home or to Lindsborg Community Hospital. Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Lyle Arnold Swisher

Marguerite Madeleine Seybold, formerly of Republic, KS, the daughter of Paul Petit and Helene (Lambs) Petit, was born June 16, 1928 in Algrange (Moselle), France and passed away on December 8, 2020 at the Mt Joseph Senior Village, Concordia, Kansas at the age of 92 years, 5 months, and 22 days.

Marguerite spent her childhood in Nilvange, France.&nbsp; &nbsp;She learned how to speak French and German very early and learned English in Secondary School during the annexation of Moselle (1940-1944)

Marguerite met her future husband Gotthilf Seybold in Nilvange at the beginning of September, 1944 where he was serving with the US Army.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She enrolled as an interpreter (she was then 17) at that time.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was the 2nd youngest interpreter in the US Army, serving in the 398 MP Battalion, Company D in Mourmeleon-le-Grand.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She later transferred to Chalon-sur-Marne, where she continued to be an interpreter until the fall of 1946.

On December 22, 1948 in France, she was united in marriage to Gotthilf E. “Sy” Seybold and to this union three children were born:&nbsp; Yvonne, Sonya and Calvin. &nbsp;&nbsp;The couple made their home in rural Republic, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Sy passed away December 17, 1974.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On August 10, 1978, she was united in marriage in Belleville, KS to John “Jack” Seybold.&nbsp; He passed away on December 16, 1988.&nbsp;

Marguerite was a nurse’s aide and dietary aide at the Republic County Hospital for 25 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; She also worked nights at Republic County Hospital, Long Term Care.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Republic, KS

Marguerite was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Helene Petit, and her husbands, Gotthilf E. “Sy” Seybold and John “Jack” Seybold.

She is survived by two daughters, Yvonne (Mike) Hoops of rural Byron, NE and Sonya (Jay) Sooter of Wichita, KS; one son Calvin (Charlotte) Seybold of rural Republic, KS;&nbsp; 6 grandchildren, Sarah (Tony) Jackson of Omaha, NE, Joshua (Melissa) Hoops of Lincoln, NE,&nbsp; Kate (Gilbert) Bolivar of Winter Garden, FL, Christian (Jessica) Seybold of Denver, CO,&nbsp; Jillian Couture of Belleville, KS and fiancé T. J. Livingston, and Paul Seybold of Wichita, KS and fiancé, Saren Hobelmann; &nbsp;10 great grandchildren;&nbsp; one sister, Madeleine Morel of Chattancourt, France; other relatives and friends.&nbsp;

Private Family Graveside Services and interment will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Byron, NE with Pastor Lori Kitzing, officiating.

Visitation for the public will be from 1 PM until 6 PM Friday, December 11th at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family will not be present.

Memorials are suggested to the Meadowlark Hospice.

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 </figure>Marguerite Madeleine Seybold, formerly of Republic, KS, the daughter of Paul Petit and Helene (Lambs) Petit, was born June 16, 1928 in Algrange (Moselle), France and passed away on December 8, 2020 at the Mt Joseph Senior Village, Concordia, Kansas at the age of 92 years, 5 months, and 22 days.Marguerite spent her childhood in Nilvange, France.&nbsp; &nbsp;She learned how to speak French and German very early and learned English in Secondary School during the annexation of Moselle (1940-1944)Marguerite met her future husband Gotthilf Seybold in Nilvange at the beginning of September, 1944 where he was serving with the US Army.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She enrolled as an interpreter (she was then 17) at that time.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was the 2nd youngest interpreter in the US Army, serving in the 398 MP Battalion, Company D in Mourmeleon-le-Grand.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She later transferred to Chalon-sur-Marne, where she continued to be an interpreter until the fall of 1946.On December 22, 1948 in France, she was united in marriage to Gotthilf E. “Sy” Seybold and to this union three children were born:&nbsp; Yvonne, Sonya and Calvin. &nbsp;&nbsp;The couple made their home in rural Republic, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Sy passed away December 17, 1974.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On August 10, 1978, she was united in marriage in Belleville, KS to John “Jack” Seybold.&nbsp; He passed away on December 16, 1988.&nbsp;Marguerite was a nurse’s aide and dietary aide at the Republic County Hospital for 25 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; She also worked nights at Republic County Hospital, Long Term Care.She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Republic, KSMarguerite was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Helene Petit, and her husbands, Gotthilf E. “Sy” Seybold and John “Jack” Seybold.She is survived by two daughters, Yvonne (Mike) Hoops of rural Byron, NE and Sonya (Jay) Sooter of Wichita, KS; one son Calvin (Charlotte) Seybold of rural Republic, KS;&nbsp; 6 grandchildren, Sarah (Tony) Jackson of Omaha, NE, Joshua (Melissa) Hoops of Lincoln, NE,&nbsp; Kate (Gilbert) Bolivar of Winter Garden, FL, Christian (Jessica) Seybold of Denver, CO,&nbsp; Jillian Couture of Belleville, KS and fiancé T. J. Livingston, and Paul Seybold of Wichita, KS and fiancé, Saren Hobelmann; &nbsp;10 great grandchildren;&nbsp; one sister, Madeleine Morel of Chattancourt, France; other relatives and friends.&nbsp;Private Family Graveside Services and interment will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Byron, NE with Pastor Lori Kitzing, officiating.Visitation for the public will be from 1 PM until 6 PM Friday, December 11th at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family will not be present.Memorials are suggested to the Meadowlark Hospice.Online condolences at www.bachelor-surber.comBachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS is in charge of the arrangements.

Marguerite Madeleine Seybold

Delores’ life began on September 22, 1930 in Clay Center, Kansas; the daughter of Wilbur and Margaret (Tippin) Nemnich. Delores graduated from Clay Center High School in 1948. Delores was united in marriage to Pat Hemphill on January 2, 1949 in Clay Center. She had a passion for education and went on to graduate from Kansas State University in 1977 with a bachelor’s degree in Family and Child Development. Delores went on to earn her master’s degree in 1979 in Family Studies. She taught for a year at Kansas State University and moved to Columbia, MO in 1980. She worked for Columbia Regional Hospital and started her own training personnel company. Delores loved teaching adults, her beloved dogs, music and reading.

Her greatest joy was her family, which includes her children, Debra (David) Hall, El Dorado, KS. Susan (Galen) Jackson, Wichita, KS, Brian (Natalie) Hemphill, Clay Center, KS, Brent (Deanna) Hemphill Jefferson, MO; grandchildren Josh (Amy) Hall, Justin (Ronalyn Perez) Hall, Ryan (Kristy) Jackson, Derek Jackson, Brett and William Hemphill, and granddaughter Landrie Hemphill. Step-grandchildren Daniel Merica, Garrett (Becca) Bentlage&nbsp;,&nbsp;Madelyn,(James) Bernskoetter, Great-grandchildren Paxton and Harper Hall, Nathan Jackson and Farrah Bentlage and&nbsp;sister Joyce Savener.

Delores went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 7, 2020 with family at her side. She is preceded in death by her husband, Pat and her parents. Cremation has taken place and due to the pandemic, private family services will be held.

Friends may gather for a time a visitation from 5-8pm on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;Street, Clay Center, KS.

Memorial contributions in Delores’ name may be directed to Kansas State University Foundation. Contributions may be sent to: KSU Foundation, 1800 Kimball Ave., Ste 200, Manhattan, KS 66502, pleases indicate fund M47337. To make a gift online, go to www.ksufoundation.org/give/memorials or to Unity Church, 1600 West Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203.

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 </figure><h2>Delores Hemphill</h2><h2>December 07, 2020</h2>Delores’ life began on September 22, 1930 in Clay Center, Kansas; the daughter of Wilbur and Margaret (Tippin) Nemnich. Delores graduated from Clay Center High School in 1948. Delores was united in marriage to Pat Hemphill on January 2, 1949 in Clay Center. She had a passion for education and went on to graduate from Kansas State University in 1977 with a bachelor’s degree in Family and Child Development. Delores went on to earn her master’s degree in 1979 in Family Studies. She taught for a year at Kansas State University and moved to Columbia, MO in 1980. She worked for Columbia Regional Hospital and started her own training personnel company. Delores loved teaching adults, her beloved dogs, music and reading.Her greatest joy was her family, which includes her children, Debra (David) Hall, El Dorado, KS. Susan (Galen) Jackson, Wichita, KS, Brian (Natalie) Hemphill, Clay Center, KS, Brent (Deanna) Hemphill Jefferson, MO; grandchildren Josh (Amy) Hall, Justin (Ronalyn Perez) Hall, Ryan (Kristy) Jackson, Derek Jackson, Brett and William Hemphill, and granddaughter Landrie Hemphill. Step-grandchildren Daniel Merica, Garrett (Becca) Bentlage&nbsp;,&nbsp;Madelyn,(James) Bernskoetter, Great-grandchildren Paxton and Harper Hall, Nathan Jackson and Farrah Bentlage and&nbsp;sister Joyce Savener.Delores went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 7, 2020 with family at her side. She is preceded in death by her husband, Pat and her parents. Cremation has taken place and due to the pandemic, private family services will be held.Friends may gather for a time a visitation from 5-8pm on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;Street, Clay Center, KS.Memorial contributions in Delores’ name may be directed to Kansas State University Foundation. Contributions may be sent to: KSU Foundation, 1800 Kimball Ave., Ste 200, Manhattan, KS 66502, pleases indicate fund M47337. To make a gift online, go to www.ksufoundation.org/give/memorials or to Unity Church, 1600 West Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203.

Delores Hemphill

Francis Ralph Anderson, age 81 of Council Grove passed away December 7, 2020, at Morris County Hospital. He was born September 1, 1939, to Oscar Joseph and Sadie Louise (Mitchell) Anderson. Ralph attended and graduated from Dwight Rural High School. He married Phyllis Jean Lay on June 9, 1963 in Wilsey, KS. They made their home in Council Grove and had two children: Bruce and Debra.

Ralph had many jobs throughout the years and worked hard at all of them. After graduating high school, he was a Council Grove policeman, followed by hauling canned milk for Paul Sidler before starting his own dirt and gravel business and later owned and operated his own custom harvesting company. He later started truck driving, hauling cattle and freight, followed by working as a Forman for Kansas Instruments.&nbsp; He retired from the Morris County Road Department after numerous years.

He was a member of Pleasant Ridge Church, Odd Fellows, Council Grove Historical Society, Santa Fe Trail Association, and held numerous offices in the Kansas Draft Horse and Mule Association. Ralph was also a volunteer EMT.

Ralph was well known for hotel hack, trolley and stage coach rides, which he so enjoyed doing. &nbsp;He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and telling stories and jokes.&nbsp; He loved spending time with his family, and truly loved going to his grandson Zach’s sporting events.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ralph will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Phyllis, sister Edith York and brothers, Warren and Kenneth Anderson.

Ralph is survived by his son Bruce Anderson and his wife Dorothy, of Americus and daughter Debra Anderson of Council Grove; grandson Zach Anderson and his wife Ashley of Ogden; and great-grandchildren Emma and Harper Anderson; sister-in-law’s Lila Anderson, Colleen Anderson and Barbara Lay; as well as nieces, nephews and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Santa Fe Trail 200 Celebration or Morris County Historical Society.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Due to the Covid Pandemic, services are pending until the spring.

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 </figure>Francis Ralph Anderson, age 81 of Council Grove passed away December 7, 2020, at Morris County Hospital. He was born September 1, 1939, to Oscar Joseph and Sadie Louise (Mitchell) Anderson. Ralph attended and graduated from Dwight Rural High School. He married Phyllis Jean Lay on June 9, 1963 in Wilsey, KS. They made their home in Council Grove and had two children: Bruce and Debra.Ralph had many jobs throughout the years and worked hard at all of them. After graduating high school, he was a Council Grove policeman, followed by hauling canned milk for Paul Sidler before starting his own dirt and gravel business and later owned and operated his own custom harvesting company. He later started truck driving, hauling cattle and freight, followed by working as a Forman for Kansas Instruments.&nbsp; He retired from the Morris County Road Department after numerous years.He was a member of Pleasant Ridge Church, Odd Fellows, Council Grove Historical Society, Santa Fe Trail Association, and held numerous offices in the Kansas Draft Horse and Mule Association. Ralph was also a volunteer EMT.Ralph was well known for hotel hack, trolley and stage coach rides, which he so enjoyed doing. &nbsp;He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and telling stories and jokes.&nbsp; He loved spending time with his family, and truly loved going to his grandson Zach’s sporting events.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ralph will be sadly missed by his family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Phyllis, sister Edith York and brothers, Warren and Kenneth Anderson.Ralph is survived by his son Bruce Anderson and his wife Dorothy, of Americus and daughter Debra Anderson of Council Grove; grandson Zach Anderson and his wife Ashley of Ogden; and great-grandchildren Emma and Harper Anderson; sister-in-law’s Lila Anderson, Colleen Anderson and Barbara Lay; as well as nieces, nephews and friends.Memorial contributions may be made to the Santa Fe Trail 200 Celebration or Morris County Historical Society.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.Due to the Covid Pandemic, services are pending until the spring.

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