If you were blessed to know Kenny - you won't be surprised that he wrote his own obituary.&nbsp; It appears as follows:

This is truly what he told us to write.&nbsp; At his request, there will be no services.

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 </figure>If you were blessed to know Kenny - you won't be surprised that he wrote his own obituary.&nbsp; It appears as follows:Kenny died.This is truly what he told us to write.&nbsp; At his request, there will be no services.

Kenneth E. Lumpkins

&nbsp; Tambre Sue "Tammy" Gosselin, 52, of Mcpherson, Kansas, passed away at 7:35 a.m, Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 while in the company of family members, at McPherson Hospital . Tammy was born in Salina, Kansas on February 18, 1968, a daughter of Ivan Lee and RoxAnne (Werner) Postlethwaite. Tammy attended Wickersham Grade School, McPherson, Kansas, Conway Grade School, Conway, Kansas, Park School, McPherson Junior High and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson Kansas in 1986. Through the years Tammy worked at Riverview Estates, Marquette, Kansas; Bethany Home, Lindsborg, Kansas; Hutchinson Heights, Hutchinson, Kansas; and MCDS, McPherson, Kansas. In 2004 Tammy formed New Beginnings of McPherson Inc with her sister Dawn Golden. Tammy became sole owner of NBOMI in June 2020.. Tammy enjoyed her family, her fur children, her clients, camping, casino and making other peoples lives richer and fuller. Tammy was united in marriage to Rodney D. Gosselin on August 31, 2000 in Salina, Kansas. They established their first home together in McPherson. She is survived by her husband Rodney Gosselin, of McPherson, Kansas; her sisters Dawn Golden and her husband Richard, of Windom, Kansas and Cherie Hartley and her husband Tony, of McPherson, Kansas; other relatives, many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Tammy was preceded in death by her parents. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials are to Tammy Gosselin Memorial Fund, Arthritis Foundation or The Lupus Foundation of America and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Tambre Sue "Tammy" Gosselin, 52, of Mcpherson, Kansas, passed away at 7:35 a.m, Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 while in the company of family members, at McPherson Hospital . Tammy was born in Salina, Kansas on February 18, 1968, a daughter of Ivan Lee and RoxAnne (Werner) Postlethwaite. Tammy attended Wickersham Grade School, McPherson, Kansas, Conway Grade School, Conway, Kansas, Park School, McPherson Junior High and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson Kansas in 1986. Through the years Tammy worked at Riverview Estates, Marquette, Kansas; Bethany Home, Lindsborg, Kansas; Hutchinson Heights, Hutchinson, Kansas; and MCDS, McPherson, Kansas. In 2004 Tammy formed New Beginnings of McPherson Inc with her sister Dawn Golden. Tammy became sole owner of NBOMI in June 2020.. Tammy enjoyed her family, her fur children, her clients, camping, casino and making other peoples lives richer and fuller. Tammy was united in marriage to Rodney D. Gosselin on August 31, 2000 in Salina, Kansas. They established their first home together in McPherson. She is survived by her husband Rodney Gosselin, of McPherson, Kansas; her sisters Dawn Golden and her husband Richard, of Windom, Kansas and Cherie Hartley and her husband Tony, of McPherson, Kansas; other relatives, many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Tammy was preceded in death by her parents. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials are to Tammy Gosselin Memorial Fund, Arthritis Foundation or The Lupus Foundation of America and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tambre Sue "Tammy" Gosselin

Family-only funeral services will be at 1:30 PM Monday, January 4 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home in Beloit followed by a public graveside service at Athens Cemetery north of Glen Elder. 

Visitation will be from 2-7 PM Sunday at the funeral home. 

Memorials may be given to the Kansas Masonic Foundation or Downs Care &amp; Rehab Center.

John StoverNovember 12, 1933 - December 31, 2020Family-only funeral services will be at 1:30 PM Monday, January 4 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home in Beloit followed by a public graveside service at Athens Cemetery north of Glen Elder. Visitation will be from 2-7 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Kansas Masonic Foundation or Downs Care &amp; Rehab Center.

John Stover

January 12, 1925~December 29, 2020(age 95)

Beulah’s life began on January 12, 1925, the daughter of Alva Abraham and Myrtle Agnes (Bahr) Roberts in Denton, Kansas. She attended schools in Denton and married Fred Mason Vanderslice on March 28, 1942, in Horton, Kansas. She was a homemaker, wife and mother. Beulah was a member of the United Methodist Church in Denton and a longtime member of the Eastern Star.

Her loving family includes her son, Brian Vanderslice and his partner, Shane Van Rossun both of Herington; daughter-in-law, Lindy Vanderslice of Aurora; grandchildren, Jessica Chapman of Aurora, Colorado, Mindy DeLone (Robert) of Edmond, Oklahoma, Matthew Vanderslice of Aurora; great-grandchildren, Audrey Chapman, Gage Chapman both of Aurora, Courtney DeLone, Rob DeLone, Sofie Vanderslice and Scarlet Vanderslice.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Fred in 1977; son, Norman Mason Vanderslice in 2015. Beulah passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at the age of 95 years old.

Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, January 10, from 3-5 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS 67449. A private family burial will take place at a later date. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Beulah at www.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure><h2>Beulah Alberta (Roberts) Vanderslice</h2>January 12, 1925~December 29, 2020(age 95)Beulah’s life began on January 12, 1925, the daughter of Alva Abraham and Myrtle Agnes (Bahr) Roberts in Denton, Kansas. She attended schools in Denton and married Fred Mason Vanderslice on March 28, 1942, in Horton, Kansas. She was a homemaker, wife and mother. Beulah was a member of the United Methodist Church in Denton and a longtime member of the Eastern Star.Her loving family includes her son, Brian Vanderslice and his partner, Shane Van Rossun both of Herington; daughter-in-law, Lindy Vanderslice of Aurora; grandchildren, Jessica Chapman of Aurora, Colorado, Mindy DeLone (Robert) of Edmond, Oklahoma, Matthew Vanderslice of Aurora; great-grandchildren, Audrey Chapman, Gage Chapman both of Aurora, Courtney DeLone, Rob DeLone, Sofie Vanderslice and Scarlet Vanderslice.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Fred in 1977; son, Norman Mason Vanderslice in 2015. Beulah passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at the age of 95 years old.Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, January 10, from 3-5 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS 67449. A private family burial will take place at a later date. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Beulah at www.ymzfh.com.

Beulah Alberta (Roberts) Vanderslice

November 30, 1923~December 29, 2020(age 97)

Earl’s life began on November 11, 1923 in Herington, Kansas. 

He was the son of Paul J. and Loraetta (Swanson) Schump. 

He passed away December 29, 2020 in Manhattan. 

Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.  Memorial may be made in Earl’s name to St. John Catholic Church Herington, Kansas. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Earl at www.ymzfh.com.

<h2>Earl Schump</h2>November 30, 1923~December 29, 2020(age 97)Earl’s life began on November 11, 1923 in Herington, Kansas. He was the son of Paul J. and Loraetta (Swanson) Schump. He passed away December 29, 2020 in Manhattan. The Family will have a private service. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Memorial may be made in Earl’s name to St. John Catholic Church Herington, Kansas. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Earl at www.ymzfh.com.

Earl Schump

August 27, 1937~December 29, 2020(age 83)

Penny’s life began on August 27, 1937, to Cornelius “Tony” and Vera (Bengston) Kreamer in Wadena, Minnesota. She graduated from Wadena High Class of 1955. She graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse from Morehead Teaching College and started her career at Denver General. Penny also worked at the Lutheran Home and retired from Enterprise Estates in Enterprise, Kansas. She married Albert Brown in 1980 in Denver. She was an avid bird watcher, swimmer, loved music, singing and dancing.

Her loving family includes her daughters, Rebecca (Chris) Bielawski of Denver, Colorado, Bonnie Lyons of Herington and Terri (Robbi) Travelute of Abilene, Kansas; 5 grandchildren, Ryan, Jesse and Calvin Potts, Katie Jones and Alex Bielawski; 5 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Albert in 1995; grandson, Arlen Potts; brother, Ted Kramer. Penny passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at the age of 83 years old.

Private family services will be held this spring. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Penny at www.ymzfh.com.

<h2>Penelope "Penny" Ruth (Kreamer) Brown</h2>August 27, 1937~December 29, 2020(age 83)Penny’s life began on August 27, 1937, to Cornelius “Tony” and Vera (Bengston) Kreamer in Wadena, Minnesota. She graduated from Wadena High Class of 1955. She graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse from Morehead Teaching College and started her career at Denver General. Penny also worked at the Lutheran Home and retired from Enterprise Estates in Enterprise, Kansas. She married Albert Brown in 1980 in Denver. She was an avid bird watcher, swimmer, loved music, singing and dancing.Her loving family includes her daughters, Rebecca (Chris) Bielawski of Denver, Colorado, Bonnie Lyons of Herington and Terri (Robbi) Travelute of Abilene, Kansas; 5 grandchildren, Ryan, Jesse and Calvin Potts, Katie Jones and Alex Bielawski; 5 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Albert in 1995; grandson, Arlen Potts; brother, Ted Kramer. Penny passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at the age of 83 years old.Private family services will be held this spring. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Penny at www.ymzfh.com.

Penelope "Penny" Ruth (Kreamer) Brown

Kenneth E. Stegmaier, 76, Beloit, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. 

Graveside services will be at 1p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday, January 11, 2021 at Jamestown Cemetery.&nbsp;

Kenneth E. Stegmaier, 76, Beloit, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. Graveside services will be at 1p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday, January 11, 2021 at Jamestown Cemetery.&nbsp;

Kenneth E. Stegmaier

Thomasina Clarice "Claire" Taylor, 62, died December 28, 2020. She was born December 9, 1958 in Memphis, TN, the daughter of Darwin and Nadine (Hawks) Weeks. She had been a lamp assembly worker at Philips Lighting, Salina.

Claire is survived by her companion, Michael L. Taylor, Salina; her daughter Tiffanie (Loseman) Godson, Oklahoma City, OK, and a grand daughter, Madelynn McMurry.

Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Crossroads Church, 1125 West South Street, Salina, KS. Memorial are suggested to the church.

Thomasina Clarice "Claire" Taylor, 62, died December 28, 2020. She was born December 9, 1958 in Memphis, TN, the daughter of Darwin and Nadine (Hawks) Weeks. She had been a lamp assembly worker at Philips Lighting, Salina.Claire is survived by her companion, Michael L. Taylor, Salina; her daughter Tiffanie (Loseman) Godson, Oklahoma City, OK, and a grand daughter, Madelynn McMurry.Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Crossroads Church, 1125 West South Street, Salina, KS. Memorial are suggested to the church.

Thomasina Clarice "Claire" Taylor

Myrna Lee (Kleinsorge) Bartell, 81, passed away December 28, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center. Myrna was born June 24, 1939 to Leo &amp; Valaria (Mumm) Kleinsorge in Leoville, KS. The oldest of 9 Siblings, she grew up on a farm northwest of Selden, KS.

Myrna graduated from Seldon High School in 1957 and began working at the hospital in Colby where she met Virgil Bartell. They were married June 27, 1959 and resided in Selden until moving to Salina in 1963. To this union were added 4 children; Don, Randy, Debbie and Mike.

Myrna worked in the food service industry, first at school systems and then working 25 years for St. John's Hospital. She loved camping and playing cards. Her biggest joys were her kids, grandkids and great-grand daughters.

Myrna was a member of Sacred Heart Cathedral, the Ladies Guild and Good Sam's Camping Club.

Myrna is preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Debbie. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Virgil Bartell; sons; Don Bartell (Nancy), Wamego, Randy Bartell, Salina and Mike Bartell, Hays; grandchildren, Lisa Njoroge (Jason), Lawrence, Stetson Smith (Jordan), Salina, Erin Rectenwald (Chris), Lawrence, Kailey Smith, Salina, and Dakota Bartell (Kaylin), Manhattan and 4 great granddaughters.

Funeral services are pending and will be announced at a later time. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild.

Myrna Lee (Kleinsorge) Bartell, 81, passed away December 28, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center. Myrna was born June 24, 1939 to Leo &amp; Valaria (Mumm) Kleinsorge in Leoville, KS. The oldest of 9 Siblings, she grew up on a farm northwest of Selden, KS.Myrna graduated from Seldon High School in 1957 and began working at the hospital in Colby where she met Virgil Bartell. They were married June 27, 1959 and resided in Selden until moving to Salina in 1963. To this union were added 4 children; Don, Randy, Debbie and Mike.Myrna worked in the food service industry, first at school systems and then working 25 years for St. John's Hospital. She loved camping and playing cards. Her biggest joys were her kids, grandkids and great-grand daughters.Myrna was a member of Sacred Heart Cathedral, the Ladies Guild and Good Sam's Camping Club.Myrna is preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Debbie. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Virgil Bartell; sons; Don Bartell (Nancy), Wamego, Randy Bartell, Salina and Mike Bartell, Hays; grandchildren, Lisa Njoroge (Jason), Lawrence, Stetson Smith (Jordan), Salina, Erin Rectenwald (Chris), Lawrence, Kailey Smith, Salina, and Dakota Bartell (Kaylin), Manhattan and 4 great granddaughters.Funeral services are pending and will be announced at a later time. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild.

Myrna Lee (Kleinsorge) Bartell

Patricia "Pat" Joyce Sears, went to be with her sweetheart, "Lep," on December 28, 2020, in Olathe, KS, at the age of 68.

Pat is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Carol Sears; brothers Carl Sears &amp; Robert Sears; sister Jeanne Sears; and her soul-mate Delbert "Lep" Bumgarner.

She is survived by her sister Barbara (Paul) Haley of Delphos; brother Kenneth (Ruth) Sears of Salina; six beloved nephews; and 15 great-nephews &amp; great-nieces. Pat had no biological children but felt for, and followed, her nephews as if they were her own.

Pat was born in Salina on April 18, 1952 and graduated from Tescott High School in 1970. She took courses at Brown Mackie College in Salina, which were completed in the spring of 1971.

Pat's employment was, mostly, for Salina Regional Health Center. She wore many hats over the years as a ward clerk, aide, telemetry tech, and as a switchboard operator before she retired.

Pat enjoyed attending car shows and racing events with Lep and, especially, loved being involved with her nephews.

There will be no visitation at this time and funeral arrangements are being handled by Ryan Mortuary in Salina, KS. She will be laid to rest with Lep, Jeanne, and her parents at Highland Cemetery in Minneapolis, KS.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to Good Samaritan Society, 20705 W. 151st. St., Olathe, KS 66061.

Patricia "Pat" Joyce Sears, went to be with her sweetheart, "Lep," on December 28, 2020, in Olathe, KS, at the age of 68.Pat is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Carol Sears; brothers Carl Sears &amp; Robert Sears; sister Jeanne Sears; and her soul-mate Delbert "Lep" Bumgarner.She is survived by her sister Barbara (Paul) Haley of Delphos; brother Kenneth (Ruth) Sears of Salina; six beloved nephews; and 15 great-nephews &amp; great-nieces. Pat had no biological children but felt for, and followed, her nephews as if they were her own.Pat was born in Salina on April 18, 1952 and graduated from Tescott High School in 1970. She took courses at Brown Mackie College in Salina, which were completed in the spring of 1971.Pat's employment was, mostly, for Salina Regional Health Center. She wore many hats over the years as a ward clerk, aide, telemetry tech, and as a switchboard operator before she retired.Pat enjoyed attending car shows and racing events with Lep and, especially, loved being involved with her nephews.There will be no visitation at this time and funeral arrangements are being handled by Ryan Mortuary in Salina, KS. She will be laid to rest with Lep, Jeanne, and her parents at Highland Cemetery in Minneapolis, KS.In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to Good Samaritan Society, 20705 W. 151st. St., Olathe, KS 66061.

Patricia "Pat" Joyce Sears

&nbsp; Karen Frances Churchman, 72, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, December 31st, 2020. Karen was born in Great Bend, Kansas on August 6, 1948, a daughter of the late Christine Marie (Mauler) and John Raymond Lichter. She graduated from Otis High School, Otis, Kansas in 1966 and graduated from Brown Mackie College in 1967. On October 21, 1967, Karen married Ralph Churchman in Olmitz, Kansas. She was the Secretary to the State Conservationist at Natural Resources Conservation Services and retired in 2010 after 41 1/2 years of service. Survivors include daughters, Kimberly Mick, (John) of Salina, Kansas, Debie Nickelson, (Troy) of Assaria, Kansas; sister, Janice Read, of Houston, Texas; brothers, Kevin Lichter, (Lana) of Kansas City, Missouri and Jody Lichter, (Tandy) of Great Bend, Kansas. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren, Madison, Kennedy, Evan, and Ian. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Churchman and sister, Janet Lichter. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday, January 8th at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, Salina, Kansas. Masks are required. Due to COVID-19, private family graveside services will be at Crown Point Cemetery in Culver, Kansas. Donations may be made to Crown Point Cemetery, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Karen Frances Churchman, 72, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, December 31st, 2020. Karen was born in Great Bend, Kansas on August 6, 1948, a daughter of the late Christine Marie (Mauler) and John Raymond Lichter. She graduated from Otis High School, Otis, Kansas in 1966 and graduated from Brown Mackie College in 1967. On October 21, 1967, Karen married Ralph Churchman in Olmitz, Kansas. She was the Secretary to the State Conservationist at Natural Resources Conservation Services and retired in 2010 after 41 1/2 years of service. Survivors include daughters, Kimberly Mick, (John) of Salina, Kansas, Debie Nickelson, (Troy) of Assaria, Kansas; sister, Janice Read, of Houston, Texas; brothers, Kevin Lichter, (Lana) of Kansas City, Missouri and Jody Lichter, (Tandy) of Great Bend, Kansas. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren, Madison, Kennedy, Evan, and Ian. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Churchman and sister, Janet Lichter. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday, January 8th at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, Salina, Kansas. Masks are required. Due to COVID-19, private family graveside services will be at Crown Point Cemetery in Culver, Kansas. Donations may be made to Crown Point Cemetery, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Karen Frances Churchman

Tyra Lea Frye, daughter of Verne A. and Betty E. (Swaney) Frye, was born March 6, 1963 in Belleville, Kansas.&nbsp; Tyra went to grade school and after the death of her father the family moved to Tonganoxie, Kansas where she graduated High School. She was very active and enjoyed all sports and riding her pony. Following her graduation from Tonganoxie High school, Tyra enrolled in Kansas State University and graduated in 1984 and received a Bachelors degree in Business.

Tyra returned to the Belleville community and established the Goose Crossing. It was a coffee shop with the original soda fountain from which she served fountain drinks and ice cream. In 1996 she established Purple Splash ink &amp; stitch. She owned and operated this business until her death.

Tyra was very active in the Belleville community, especially the Belleville Country Club.&nbsp; She served as President of the Board of Directors several times and was instrumental in getting the course irrigation system up and running. She was President of the Club when the remodeling of the club house was began and completed.

Tyra fought ovarian cancer for almost five years. She never complained and continued to work at Purple Splash every day. He battle with cancer came to a close Saturday, December 19, 2020 while a patient at the Republic County Hospital in Belleville, Kansas. She was 57 years of age. She was preceded in death by parents; and her brothers Terry and Todd. Tyra will be forever remembered by her husband Lannie Hanel (married June 30, 2007); siblings Troy, Trish, Tracey; several nieces and nephews; other family and many friends.

A memorial gather will be announced later in 2021.

Memorials are requested to the Tyra Frye Memorial, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

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

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 </figure>Tyra Lea Frye, daughter of Verne A. and Betty E. (Swaney) Frye, was born March 6, 1963 in Belleville, Kansas.&nbsp; Tyra went to grade school and after the death of her father the family moved to Tonganoxie, Kansas where she graduated High School. She was very active and enjoyed all sports and riding her pony. Following her graduation from Tonganoxie High school, Tyra enrolled in Kansas State University and graduated in 1984 and received a Bachelors degree in Business.Tyra returned to the Belleville community and established the Goose Crossing. It was a coffee shop with the original soda fountain from which she served fountain drinks and ice cream. In 1996 she established Purple Splash ink &amp; stitch. She owned and operated this business until her death.Tyra was very active in the Belleville community, especially the Belleville Country Club.&nbsp; She served as President of the Board of Directors several times and was instrumental in getting the course irrigation system up and running. She was President of the Club when the remodeling of the club house was began and completed.Tyra fought ovarian cancer for almost five years. She never complained and continued to work at Purple Splash every day. He battle with cancer came to a close Saturday, December 19, 2020 while a patient at the Republic County Hospital in Belleville, Kansas. She was 57 years of age. She was preceded in death by parents; and her brothers Terry and Todd. Tyra will be forever remembered by her husband Lannie Hanel (married June 30, 2007); siblings Troy, Trish, Tracey; several nieces and nephews; other family and many friends.A memorial gather will be announced later in 2021.Memorials are requested to the Tyra Frye Memorial, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home of Belleville assisted the Frye family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com

Tyra Lea Frye

&nbsp; After 5 years of battling cancer with such a courageous and optimistic spirit, Mary Ruxlow, 53, of McPherson, Kansas passed away at 8:53 a.m., Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 while in the company of her husband, at her home. Mary was born in Richfield, Minnesota on January 25, 1967, a daughter of Louise and John Paul. Mary attended the Richfield grade schools and graduated from Richfield High School, Richfield, Minnesota. She then attended Central Christian College, McPherson, Kansas. While attending college she met the man of her dreams. Mary Elizabeth Paul was united in marriage to Robert L. "Bob" Ruxlow on March 30, 1990 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Lincoln, Nebraska. This union was blessed with the birth of a son, Alex. In 2005 the family moved back to McPherson. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church McPherson, Kansas. Through the years Mary worked at the McPherson Senior Center as an attendant, McPherson College in the Cafeteria, and was currently working as a Specialist for Pfizer in McPherson, Kansas. Mary enjoyed scary movies with her friends, family, playing cards, her beloved dog Quincy, and watching her son in his sporting events and other activities. She is survived by her husband, Bob Ruxlow, of McPherson, Kansas and her son, Alex Ruxlow, of Lincoln, Nebraska, other relatives and a host of friends. Mary was preceded in death by her parents. At this time cremation has taken place and services will be at a later date when the family can celebrate her life with others. Burial will be at a later date at McPherson Cemetery McPherson, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Women and Children Combating Cancer or McPherson County Humane Society in memory of Mary and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; After 5 years of battling cancer with such a courageous and optimistic spirit, Mary Ruxlow, 53, of McPherson, Kansas passed away at 8:53 a.m., Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 while in the company of her husband, at her home. Mary was born in Richfield, Minnesota on January 25, 1967, a daughter of Louise and John Paul. Mary attended the Richfield grade schools and graduated from Richfield High School, Richfield, Minnesota. She then attended Central Christian College, McPherson, Kansas. While attending college she met the man of her dreams. Mary Elizabeth Paul was united in marriage to Robert L. "Bob" Ruxlow on March 30, 1990 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Lincoln, Nebraska. This union was blessed with the birth of a son, Alex. In 2005 the family moved back to McPherson. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church McPherson, Kansas. Through the years Mary worked at the McPherson Senior Center as an attendant, McPherson College in the Cafeteria, and was currently working as a Specialist for Pfizer in McPherson, Kansas. Mary enjoyed scary movies with her friends, family, playing cards, her beloved dog Quincy, and watching her son in his sporting events and other activities. She is survived by her husband, Bob Ruxlow, of McPherson, Kansas and her son, Alex Ruxlow, of Lincoln, Nebraska, other relatives and a host of friends. Mary was preceded in death by her parents. At this time cremation has taken place and services will be at a later date when the family can celebrate her life with others. Burial will be at a later date at McPherson Cemetery McPherson, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Women and Children Combating Cancer or McPherson County Humane Society in memory of Mary and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Ruxlow

Ronald “Smitty” Gene Smith, 87, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 28, 2020, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. He and his wife, Marjorie, owned and operated McPherson Laundry for many years. Ron was born on June 8, 1933, in McPherson, KS, the son of Adrian M. Smith, Sr. and Sylvia Irene (Rienbolt) Smith. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1951. On December 21, 1958, Ron was united in marriage to Marjorie A. Johnson at New Gottland Lutheran Church, McPherson. She preceded him in death on July 16, 2015. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and then served in the Army National Guard. He was a member of American Legion Post #24, B.P.O.E. 502, and longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church, all of McPherson. He was a former volunteer for the McPherson Fire Department and most recently for the McPherson ReUse It Center. For many years, he sang with the McPherson Light Capital Singers. Survivors include: his two sons, Brian Smith and Troy Smith, both of McPherson, KS; a brother, Adrian “Sonny” M. Smith, Jr. of Tulsa, OK; a sister, Anita Joy Rhodes of Lenexa, KS; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and brother, Gerald Smith. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to noon on Monday, January 4, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with a graveside service with Military Honors to follow at 1:00 PM, Monday, at New Gottland Lutheran Church Cemetery, McPherson, with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. Social distancing and masks will be required. Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or McPherson County Food Bank in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ronald “Smitty” Gene Smith, 87, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 28, 2020, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. He and his wife, Marjorie, owned and operated McPherson Laundry for many years. Ron was born on June 8, 1933, in McPherson, KS, the son of Adrian M. Smith, Sr. and Sylvia Irene (Rienbolt) Smith. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1951. On December 21, 1958, Ron was united in marriage to Marjorie A. Johnson at New Gottland Lutheran Church, McPherson. She preceded him in death on July 16, 2015. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and then served in the Army National Guard. He was a member of American Legion Post #24, B.P.O.E. 502, and longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church, all of McPherson. He was a former volunteer for the McPherson Fire Department and most recently for the McPherson ReUse It Center. For many years, he sang with the McPherson Light Capital Singers. Survivors include: his two sons, Brian Smith and Troy Smith, both of McPherson, KS; a brother, Adrian “Sonny” M. Smith, Jr. of Tulsa, OK; a sister, Anita Joy Rhodes of Lenexa, KS; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and brother, Gerald Smith. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to noon on Monday, January 4, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with a graveside service with Military Honors to follow at 1:00 PM, Monday, at New Gottland Lutheran Church Cemetery, McPherson, with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. Social distancing and masks will be required. Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or McPherson County Food Bank in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ronald “Smitty” Gene Smith

Arthur Paul Wagoner passed away on December 27, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas with family at his side. Paul was born on March 17, 1928, in Adel, Iowa to Ethel Maurine (Stine) and Claude Leslie Wagoner. Paul grew up in the Panther Creek Church of the Brethren. Church was an important part of family life for Paul as a child and in his adult life. Paul attended a country grade school and graduated from Adel High School in 1945. That fall, Paul came to McPherson College where he met Mary Metzler, who would later become his wife. Music and singing were always a part of Paul’s life. He sang in quartets, acapella choir, and with student deputation teams from McPherson College. Paul continued to sing solos in area churches and sang in different choirs throughout his life. Paul and Mary were married the day before college graduation on May 27, 1949. After one year of working for the Church of the Brethren Western District, they moved to Chicago, Illinois, where Paul attended Bethany Theological Seminary. During this time in Chicago, Jane was born in 1951 and John in 1952. After graduation from Bethany, Paul took his first pastorate at the Church of the Brethren in Larned, Kansas. This was a time when life-long friendships were made and two more children joined the family - Alan in 1953, and Bruce in 1955. In the summer of 1955, Paul was offered a position with McPherson College as Director of Alumni and Church Relations, and the family moved to McPherson. Paul enjoyed traveling with college groups and forming relationships with people throughout the central United States. During this time, two daughters were added to the family - Ann in 1959 and Frances in 1967. In addition to alumni and church relations, Paul held several other positions at McPherson College including Director of Financial Aid, Director of the Print Shop, and was on the Facilities Management staff when he retired in 1992 after 37 years of service to the College he loved. Paul was an active member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren where he taught Sunday school and served on the church board and deacon board. He served on the Church of the Brethren Western Plains District board, directed many summer church camps, and filled the pulpit in area congregations. He served on the board of trustees at The Cedars and was a member of Rotary. Upon retirement, Paul and Mary enjoyed traveling, volunteering in the community and the church, and spent time with family and friends. The Wagoner cabin in Colorado became a summer home for Paul and Mary where they entertained friends that stopped by as well as the endless stream of family that loved “the cabin”. Paul was a devoted husband and loving father to his family. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Maurine Wagoner, brother, Don of Anaheim, California, sister-in-law, Ruth Wagoner of Perry, Iowa, brother-in-law, Lee Hogle of Conrad, Iowa, daughter-in-law, Deborah Hoffman Wagoner of McPherson. Paul is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mary; daughters, Jane Wagoner of Newton, Kansas, Ann (Dale) Jordan of McPherson, and Frances Wagoner of Twentynine Palms, California; sons, John Wagoner, Alan (Debra) Wagoner, and Bruce (Barbara) Wagoner, all of McPherson; 15 grandchildren: Christopher Wagoner, Daniel Wagoner, Dale Jordan III, Bryan (Kat) Jordan, Erica Roche (Ryan Robilio), Gerard Decina, Anna Wagoner (Hoyatte Harris), Elizabeth (Jeff) Krehbiel, Michael Wagoner, Stephen Wagoner, Sarah (Darren) Hendricks, Andrew (Sarah) Wagoner, Adam (Rebekah) Wagoner, Joel (Katie) Wagoner, Rebekah E. Wagoner; 17 great-grandchildren; sister, Donna Hogle, Ames, Iowa; brother, Richard Wagoner, Perry, Iowa; sister-in-law, Dolores Wagoner, Anaheim, California; numerous nieces and nephews. Services are pending. Memorials may be given to the A. Paul Wagoner and Mary Metzler Wagoner Scholarship at McPherson College in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Arthur Paul Wagoner passed away on December 27, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas with family at his side. Paul was born on March 17, 1928, in Adel, Iowa to Ethel Maurine (Stine) and Claude Leslie Wagoner. Paul grew up in the Panther Creek Church of the Brethren. Church was an important part of family life for Paul as a child and in his adult life. Paul attended a country grade school and graduated from Adel High School in 1945. That fall, Paul came to McPherson College where he met Mary Metzler, who would later become his wife. Music and singing were always a part of Paul’s life. He sang in quartets, acapella choir, and with student deputation teams from McPherson College. Paul continued to sing solos in area churches and sang in different choirs throughout his life. Paul and Mary were married the day before college graduation on May 27, 1949. After one year of working for the Church of the Brethren Western District, they moved to Chicago, Illinois, where Paul attended Bethany Theological Seminary. During this time in Chicago, Jane was born in 1951 and John in 1952. After graduation from Bethany, Paul took his first pastorate at the Church of the Brethren in Larned, Kansas. This was a time when life-long friendships were made and two more children joined the family - Alan in 1953, and Bruce in 1955. In the summer of 1955, Paul was offered a position with McPherson College as Director of Alumni and Church Relations, and the family moved to McPherson. Paul enjoyed traveling with college groups and forming relationships with people throughout the central United States. During this time, two daughters were added to the family - Ann in 1959 and Frances in 1967. In addition to alumni and church relations, Paul held several other positions at McPherson College including Director of Financial Aid, Director of the Print Shop, and was on the Facilities Management staff when he retired in 1992 after 37 years of service to the College he loved. Paul was an active member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren where he taught Sunday school and served on the church board and deacon board. He served on the Church of the Brethren Western Plains District board, directed many summer church camps, and filled the pulpit in area congregations. He served on the board of trustees at The Cedars and was a member of Rotary. Upon retirement, Paul and Mary enjoyed traveling, volunteering in the community and the church, and spent time with family and friends. The Wagoner cabin in Colorado became a summer home for Paul and Mary where they entertained friends that stopped by as well as the endless stream of family that loved “the cabin”. Paul was a devoted husband and loving father to his family. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Maurine Wagoner, brother, Don of Anaheim, California, sister-in-law, Ruth Wagoner of Perry, Iowa, brother-in-law, Lee Hogle of Conrad, Iowa, daughter-in-law, Deborah Hoffman Wagoner of McPherson. Paul is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mary; daughters, Jane Wagoner of Newton, Kansas, Ann (Dale) Jordan of McPherson, and Frances Wagoner of Twentynine Palms, California; sons, John Wagoner, Alan (Debra) Wagoner, and Bruce (Barbara) Wagoner, all of McPherson; 15 grandchildren: Christopher Wagoner, Daniel Wagoner, Dale Jordan III, Bryan (Kat) Jordan, Erica Roche (Ryan Robilio), Gerard Decina, Anna Wagoner (Hoyatte Harris), Elizabeth (Jeff) Krehbiel, Michael Wagoner, Stephen Wagoner, Sarah (Darren) Hendricks, Andrew (Sarah) Wagoner, Adam (Rebekah) Wagoner, Joel (Katie) Wagoner, Rebekah E. Wagoner; 17 great-grandchildren; sister, Donna Hogle, Ames, Iowa; brother, Richard Wagoner, Perry, Iowa; sister-in-law, Dolores Wagoner, Anaheim, California; numerous nieces and nephews. Services are pending. Memorials may be given to the A. Paul Wagoner and Mary Metzler Wagoner Scholarship at McPherson College in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Arthur Paul Wagoner

Fred E. Butler, 72, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2020 in Wichita. He was born April 7, 1948 in Goodland, KS to Lawrence and Ellen (Motsinger) Butler.

&nbsp; Fred served in the U.S. Army and Army National Guard for many years, including service in the Vietnam War. He was a loyal member of the Ellsworth VFW Post 6485 and the Lincoln VFW Post 7928. Fred was a longtime resident of Ellsworth where he was an officer at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility and jailer at the Ellsworth County Sheriff’s office. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in rural Ellsworth. It was there that he married Deborah Pruitt on June 19, 1982.

Fred is survived by his daughters, Lacy Swain (Chris) of Ellsworth, Amanda Florian (Brian) of Wilson, Misty Nichols (Rob) of Salina, Traci Chafin of Texas, and Brittany Butler of Wilson; 12 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; and siblings, Wayne Butler, Dee Wenger, Kay Butler, Delinda Wenger, and Judy Butler. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Deborah; brother, Orville Butler; and sisters, Carol Hernandez and Patty Graff.

A private memorial service will take place at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church with burial following in the church cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ellsworth VFW Post 6485, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Fred E. Butler, 72, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2020 in Wichita. He was born April 7, 1948 in Goodland, KS to Lawrence and Ellen (Motsinger) Butler.&nbsp; Fred served in the U.S. Army and Army National Guard for many years, including service in the Vietnam War. He was a loyal member of the Ellsworth VFW Post 6485 and the Lincoln VFW Post 7928. Fred was a longtime resident of Ellsworth where he was an officer at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility and jailer at the Ellsworth County Sheriff’s office. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in rural Ellsworth. It was there that he married Deborah Pruitt on June 19, 1982.Fred is survived by his daughters, Lacy Swain (Chris) of Ellsworth, Amanda Florian (Brian) of Wilson, Misty Nichols (Rob) of Salina, Traci Chafin of Texas, and Brittany Butler of Wilson; 12 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; and siblings, Wayne Butler, Dee Wenger, Kay Butler, Delinda Wenger, and Judy Butler. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Deborah; brother, Orville Butler; and sisters, Carol Hernandez and Patty Graff.A private memorial service will take place at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church with burial following in the church cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Ellsworth VFW Post 6485, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Fred E. Butler

Jay E. Kramer, 95, died December 28, 2020 in Salina.&nbsp; He was born May 21, 1925 in Clay County, the son of John and Esther (Bruns) Kramer. He grew up in the Longford area and graduated from Longford Rural High School in 1942.&nbsp; He served in the Army Air Force during WWII.&nbsp; Jay married Betty Lou Beals on May 16, 1948 and she preceded him in death on May 20, 2006. &nbsp;The couple farmed in the Longford area until moving to Emporia in 1984, where Jay worked as a mail carrier.&nbsp; They later returned to Longford and he continued to work as a mail carrier in Longford and Abilene.&nbsp; He also worked as a bus driver. Jay is also preceded in death by his parents, brother, Wesley Kramer and sister Sarah Wimberly.

Jay was a member of the Oak Hill Presbyterian Church where he served as a church Elder.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Longford American Legion and the Longford Lions Club.&nbsp;

Son: Kim and wife, Wava Kramer of Longford, KS

Son: Jan and wife, Gloria Kramer of Miltonvale, KS

Son: Von and wife, Kim Kramer of Longford, KS

7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren

Private Graveside Services:&nbsp; will be held at the Rose Meron Cemetery in Clay County, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;from 3-8PM on Monday, January 4, 2021 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center.

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Oak Hill Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home.

Jay E. Kramer, 95, died December 28, 2020 in Salina.&nbsp; He was born May 21, 1925 in Clay County, the son of John and Esther (Bruns) Kramer. He grew up in the Longford area and graduated from Longford Rural High School in 1942.&nbsp; He served in the Army Air Force during WWII.&nbsp; Jay married Betty Lou Beals on May 16, 1948 and she preceded him in death on May 20, 2006. &nbsp;The couple farmed in the Longford area until moving to Emporia in 1984, where Jay worked as a mail carrier.&nbsp; They later returned to Longford and he continued to work as a mail carrier in Longford and Abilene.&nbsp; He also worked as a bus driver. Jay is also preceded in death by his parents, brother, Wesley Kramer and sister Sarah Wimberly.Jay was a member of the Oak Hill Presbyterian Church where he served as a church Elder.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Longford American Legion and the Longford Lions Club.&nbsp;Survivors:Son: Kim and wife, Wava Kramer of Longford, KSSon: Jan and wife, Gloria Kramer of Miltonvale, KSSon: Von and wife, Kim Kramer of Longford, KS7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildrenPrivate Graveside Services:&nbsp; will be held at the Rose Meron Cemetery in Clay County, KSMinister:&nbsp;Pastor Roxie BaerVisitation:&nbsp;from 3-8PM on Monday, January 4, 2021 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center.Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Oak Hill Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home.

Jay E. Kramer

John F. Geisler, age 59, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at the Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on August 12, 1961 in Concordia, Kansas to Clarence D. and Dorothy E. (Otott) Geisler.

John was a 1978 graduate of Clyde High School, with recognition in football and baseball.&nbsp; He attended Ft. Hays State University, on a football scholarship.

He married Alicia Bell in 1980 and later divorced.&nbsp; Later married Jacqueline Ellis in 1989 later divorced.&nbsp; John lived with his best friend Janet Sommerlund for the last 20 years.

John worked for Geisler Roofing Company with his father Clarence and his brother Steve for many years.&nbsp; He then moved to Kansas City area and joined the local 20 Roofers Union until his retirement.&nbsp; He was a member of the Franklin County Independent Bikers Association.

John loved sports, motorcycles, classic cars, and antiques.

John is survived by his 4 children, 3 sons, Travis Geisler, MO; Jason Weaver, Topeka, KS; Clarence Geisler, Concordia, KS; and a daughter, Jessi Alexander, Belleville, KS; sister, Cynthia Eustice (Brian) Junction City, KS; 2 brothers, Steve Geisler (Karen), Manhattan, KS; William Geisler (Catherine), Williamsburg, KS; 14 Grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Dorothy, brother, Scott Geisler, and infant brother, Mark Wayne Geisler.

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

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;

For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

John F. Geisler, age 59, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at the Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on August 12, 1961 in Concordia, Kansas to Clarence D. and Dorothy E. (Otott) Geisler.John was a 1978 graduate of Clyde High School, with recognition in football and baseball.&nbsp; He attended Ft. Hays State University, on a football scholarship.He married Alicia Bell in 1980 and later divorced.&nbsp; Later married Jacqueline Ellis in 1989 later divorced.&nbsp; John lived with his best friend Janet Sommerlund for the last 20 years.John worked for Geisler Roofing Company with his father Clarence and his brother Steve for many years.&nbsp; He then moved to Kansas City area and joined the local 20 Roofers Union until his retirement.&nbsp; He was a member of the Franklin County Independent Bikers Association.John loved sports, motorcycles, classic cars, and antiques.John is survived by his 4 children, 3 sons, Travis Geisler, MO; Jason Weaver, Topeka, KS; Clarence Geisler, Concordia, KS; and a daughter, Jessi Alexander, Belleville, KS; sister, Cynthia Eustice (Brian) Junction City, KS; 2 brothers, Steve Geisler (Karen), Manhattan, KS; William Geisler (Catherine), Williamsburg, KS; 14 Grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Dorothy, brother, Scott Geisler, and infant brother, Mark Wayne Geisler.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later time.Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

John F. Geisler

&nbsp; Richard D. Blackburn passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. He was born February 5, 1937 in Ellsworth, Kansas the son of Paul and Dorothy (Pohle) Blackburn. He graduated from Ellsworth High School and from the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army. He had worked for Ricco Pharmacy and Bankes Pharmacy in Abilene until retiring as a pharmacist from Ft. Riley. Richard was a past member of the Masonic Lodge before joining the Catholic Church. He was a member of the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church and Hospice of Dickinson County. He is survived by his nephews Robert and Ronald Blackburn of Ellsworth, sister-in-law Young Blackburn of Michigan, and his friends Paul and Vicki Sampson of Wakefield, and a host of friends in Abilene and beyond. Mass of Christian Burial for Richard will be 10:30 am, Monday, January 4, 2021 at the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church with Father Don Zimmerman as Celebrant. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am before the Mass. His final resting place will be in the Mt. St. Joseph Cemetery. Friends may sign the register book until service time at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital, the Shriners Hospital or to the Abilene Food Pantry and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Richard D. Blackburn passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. He was born February 5, 1937 in Ellsworth, Kansas the son of Paul and Dorothy (Pohle) Blackburn. He graduated from Ellsworth High School and from the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army. He had worked for Ricco Pharmacy and Bankes Pharmacy in Abilene until retiring as a pharmacist from Ft. Riley. Richard was a past member of the Masonic Lodge before joining the Catholic Church. He was a member of the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church and Hospice of Dickinson County. He is survived by his nephews Robert and Ronald Blackburn of Ellsworth, sister-in-law Young Blackburn of Michigan, and his friends Paul and Vicki Sampson of Wakefield, and a host of friends in Abilene and beyond. Mass of Christian Burial for Richard will be 10:30 am, Monday, January 4, 2021 at the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church with Father Don Zimmerman as Celebrant. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am before the Mass. His final resting place will be in the Mt. St. Joseph Cemetery. Friends may sign the register book until service time at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital, the Shriners Hospital or to the Abilene Food Pantry and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard D. Blackburn

&nbsp; Donald F. Brungardt was born July 15, 1940 in Studley, Kansas the son of Adolph P. and Regina (Billinger) Brungardt. He graduated from Bogue High School in Bogue, Kansas. On November 26, 1960 he was united in marriage to Janice Swank in Hill City, Kansas. Don was soon employed by Evan's Grain Company as a member of a traveling crew. He then became a manager for them of the Pendennis elevator and moved his young family to Shields. Evan's then transferred him to Solomon, Kansas to manage their elevator there until it closed in the early 1990's. Don was employed as a truck driver for the Solomon Corporation until retirement. Don was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He served 14 years on the Solomon Recreation Commission and enjoyed working with the baseball and softball programs. He also helped for many years with the Solomon Festival. Don was an avid sports fan from early on. Some have heard his stories about playing 6 man football for Bogue in High School. As a young adult, Don enjoyed all kinds of sports from bowling to fast pitch softball. You could find him participating with his family watching in everything from bowling to fast pitch softball. He was a big fan of K-State and attended many of their games with friends and family. He also enjoyed relaxing at the lake, participating in water skiing and camaraderie. Don (Brummy) and his family were fortunate to have several wonderful Solomon family friends over the years who meant the world to him. He is survived by his loving wife Janice of the home in Solomon, son Todd (Sheri) Brungardt of Solomon, daughters Pam Blouin (Patrick Tovar) of Abilene, Gayla Whiteley (Leonard Donaldson) of Assaria. Grandchildren Ross Shirack, Cody (Mellisa) Whiteley, Ethan Blouin, Baylie Blouin, Chase, Cade, Cobey Fiske. Great grandchildren, Nadia Whiteley, Jonathan and Kollen Shirack, his nieces and nephews and brother-in-law Leroy (Nancy) Swank. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Shirley Beecher, and Connie Frazier. Don passed away Monday December 28, 2020 at Village Manor in Abilene. Mass of Christian Burial for Don will be 1:30 pm Saturday, January 2, 2021 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon with Father John Wolesky as Celebrant. His final resting place will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery near Solomon. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Solomon Recreation Commission and sent in care of the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, P.O. Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Donald F. Brungardt was born July 15, 1940 in Studley, Kansas the son of Adolph P. and Regina (Billinger) Brungardt. He graduated from Bogue High School in Bogue, Kansas. On November 26, 1960 he was united in marriage to Janice Swank in Hill City, Kansas. Don was soon employed by Evan's Grain Company as a member of a traveling crew. He then became a manager for them of the Pendennis elevator and moved his young family to Shields. Evan's then transferred him to Solomon, Kansas to manage their elevator there until it closed in the early 1990's. Don was employed as a truck driver for the Solomon Corporation until retirement. Don was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He served 14 years on the Solomon Recreation Commission and enjoyed working with the baseball and softball programs. He also helped for many years with the Solomon Festival. Don was an avid sports fan from early on. Some have heard his stories about playing 6 man football for Bogue in High School. As a young adult, Don enjoyed all kinds of sports from bowling to fast pitch softball. You could find him participating with his family watching in everything from bowling to fast pitch softball. He was a big fan of K-State and attended many of their games with friends and family. He also enjoyed relaxing at the lake, participating in water skiing and camaraderie. Don (Brummy) and his family were fortunate to have several wonderful Solomon family friends over the years who meant the world to him. He is survived by his loving wife Janice of the home in Solomon, son Todd (Sheri) Brungardt of Solomon, daughters Pam Blouin (Patrick Tovar) of Abilene, Gayla Whiteley (Leonard Donaldson) of Assaria. Grandchildren Ross Shirack, Cody (Mellisa) Whiteley, Ethan Blouin, Baylie Blouin, Chase, Cade, Cobey Fiske. Great grandchildren, Nadia Whiteley, Jonathan and Kollen Shirack, his nieces and nephews and brother-in-law Leroy (Nancy) Swank. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Shirley Beecher, and Connie Frazier. Don passed away Monday December 28, 2020 at Village Manor in Abilene. Mass of Christian Burial for Don will be 1:30 pm Saturday, January 2, 2021 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon with Father John Wolesky as Celebrant. His final resting place will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery near Solomon. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Solomon Recreation Commission and sent in care of the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, P.O. Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald F. Brungardt

Mark Allen Bounds was born on April 30, 1957, in San Diego, California, the son of Wade Francis and Anita (Hoffman) Bounds. He graduated from Mt. Vernon, Arizona high school, class of 1976.

Mark worked at Hoge Crete as a ready mix operator and driver. Prior to working in the concrete and construction industry, Mark was an over the road semi truck driver.

In his spare time, Mark enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, and recently started getting into boating. He was a member of the American Legion riders motorcycle club. Mark was a family man, and was well liked by everyone.

Mark passed away on December 17, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 63 years, 7 months and 17 days.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Dan Bounds. He will be forever remembered by his partner Annette Johnson, her daughters Kathy Davison (Mike Shielke) and their children, Kaylee, Matrica, Courtney and Cain of Kearney, Nebraska, and daughter Holly Romine (Scott) of Lincoln, Nebraska. Mark will also be missed by his faithful companion Otis, his Bassett Hound.

Cremation services were chosen, a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials are requested to the Belleville Public Library, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

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

Mark Allen Bounds was born on April 30, 1957, in San Diego, California, the son of Wade Francis and Anita (Hoffman) Bounds. He graduated from Mt. Vernon, Arizona high school, class of 1976.Mark worked at Hoge Crete as a ready mix operator and driver. Prior to working in the concrete and construction industry, Mark was an over the road semi truck driver.In his spare time, Mark enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, and recently started getting into boating. He was a member of the American Legion riders motorcycle club. Mark was a family man, and was well liked by everyone.Mark passed away on December 17, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 63 years, 7 months and 17 days.He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Dan Bounds. He will be forever remembered by his partner Annette Johnson, her daughters Kathy Davison (Mike Shielke) and their children, Kaylee, Matrica, Courtney and Cain of Kearney, Nebraska, and daughter Holly Romine (Scott) of Lincoln, Nebraska. Mark will also be missed by his faithful companion Otis, his Bassett Hound.Cremation services were chosen, a memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorials are requested to the Belleville Public Library, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home of Belleville assisted the Bounds family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com

Mark Allen Bounds

Carolyn Marie Walker, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2020, with her family by her side, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She had lived in McPherson County her entire life and was a nurse assistant at Memorial Hospital in McPherson. She was born September 7, 1931, in rural McPherson, the daughter of Henry Adams Walker and Mildred Lucretia (Russell) Walker. She attended McPherson Schools and graduated from McPherson High School. Carolyn was a longtime member of the First Christian Church and the Daughters of the American Revolution (Stone Corral Chapter – Lyons). Survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by: her parents, sisters Eloise Thomas and Adelaide McBride, and brothers James Walker, Winston Walker, and Kenneth Walker. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, January 15, 2021, at McPherson Cemetery with Rev. Lynn Scott officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to Noon (also on Friday) at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be given to the Tennyson Center for Children (Denver, CO) in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Carolyn Marie Walker, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2020, with her family by her side, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She had lived in McPherson County her entire life and was a nurse assistant at Memorial Hospital in McPherson. She was born September 7, 1931, in rural McPherson, the daughter of Henry Adams Walker and Mildred Lucretia (Russell) Walker. She attended McPherson Schools and graduated from McPherson High School. Carolyn was a longtime member of the First Christian Church and the Daughters of the American Revolution (Stone Corral Chapter – Lyons). Survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by: her parents, sisters Eloise Thomas and Adelaide McBride, and brothers James Walker, Winston Walker, and Kenneth Walker. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, January 15, 2021, at McPherson Cemetery with Rev. Lynn Scott officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to Noon (also on Friday) at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be given to the Tennyson Center for Children (Denver, CO) in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carolyn Marie Walker

Ruth Roberta (Ruhlen) Butterfield, 101, died Dec. 28, 2020 of complications from Covid-19.&nbsp; Ruth was born May 12, 1919 at Bethany Hospital in Kansas City to Rev. Charles Lester Ruhlen and Edith May (Stafford) Ruhlen.&nbsp; The family lived in McLouth at the time, and moved to several other small towns in Kansas throughout Ruth’s childhood, as her father was a Methodist minister.&nbsp; Ruth always said that when the trunks were brought out, the kids knew there was a move coming. She graduated from Labette County Community High School in 1937 while living in Altamont, KS.

She attended Kansas State University, where she pledged Delta Kappa Gamma. She graduated in 1941 with a degree in Home Economics and a minor in Music. She was a talented and versatile musician, playing piano, organ, violin, and trombone. Her first teaching job was at Tonganoxie High School where she taught Home Economics and then Music for four years.&nbsp; It was there that she met a fellow teacher, Edwin L. Butterfield. On September 2, 1944, they were married in Philadelphia, PA while Ed was in the Navy. After WWII, Ruth and Ed moved to Junction City where they both taught high school. Their first two children, Edwin, Jr. and Ann, were born in Junction City.

The family moved to Herington in 1950, where Ed was hired as principal of the high school and later became superintendent. &nbsp;Ruth was a substitute teacher in Herington and then taught grade school Music in nearby Burdick.&nbsp; Children Susan and Brad were born in Herington.

The family moved to Clay Center in 1962 when Ed became principal of the high school.&nbsp; Ruth was a busy mom, but was a substitute teacher in Clay Center, and taught Music in Longford for several years. She then taught kindergarten in Wakefield for many years and enjoyed getting to know so many Wakefield children and their families. She retired from Wakefield Elementary School and treasured those memories throughout her life.

On Saturday mornings one would usually find Ruth teaching piano lessons in her home, which she did until 2010. She also engaged her musical talents as organist and choir director for the Presbyterian Church in Herington, and choir director for nearly two decades at the Clay Center Baptist church.

Ruth was a member of the Clay Center garden club, Mariners, and was a Rotary Ann.&nbsp; She was a loyal member of PEO and was honored as a 50-year member while still serving as an officer.&nbsp; She was active in the Clay Center Presbyterian Church, serving as an elder and choir member.&nbsp; She and Ed coordinated the Red Cross Bloodmobile in Clay County, and were recognized in a special ceremony for over 40 years of volunteer service.

Ruth played bridge for many years, and also enjoyed sewing and flower gardening. In late summer, Ruth and Ed would be found in the kitchen canning and freezing fruit and home-grown veggies. She cherished memories of vacations to Colorado, whether camping, staying at Cascade Cottages, or visiting family there. She found the mountains peaceful and relaxing. Ruth is described by family members and friends as one of the kindest people they ever knew. She was hard-working, never uttered a negative word, had incredible patience, was generous with her time and talents, and taught by example.

The Clay Center Presbyterian Manor was Ruth’s home for nearly the last seven years of her life.&nbsp; The family has great appreciation for the loving care she received there, and admires the dedication of the staff during the extraordinary circumstances of Covid-19.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Butterfield, in 2011; son, Edwin, Jr.; great-grandson Nathan; her brothers Stafford and Ralph, and sisters Lylas and Carole. She is survived by her daughters, Ann Burkett (Joe) of Fort Collins, CO; Susan Butterfield (Diana Robertson) of Lawrence, KS; and son Brad Butterfield (Lori) of Centennial, CO; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held at Neill Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center from 4-6pm on Friday, Jan. 1st.&nbsp; Due to Covid-19, masks and social distancing required.

A family graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 2nd in the Overbrook, KS cemetery.

The family suggests donations to the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor or the Clay Center Presbyterian Church in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Ruth Roberta (Ruhlen) Butterfield, 101, died Dec. 28, 2020 of complications from Covid-19.&nbsp; Ruth was born May 12, 1919 at Bethany Hospital in Kansas City to Rev. Charles Lester Ruhlen and Edith May (Stafford) Ruhlen.&nbsp; The family lived in McLouth at the time, and moved to several other small towns in Kansas throughout Ruth’s childhood, as her father was a Methodist minister.&nbsp; Ruth always said that when the trunks were brought out, the kids knew there was a move coming. She graduated from Labette County Community High School in 1937 while living in Altamont, KS.She attended Kansas State University, where she pledged Delta Kappa Gamma. She graduated in 1941 with a degree in Home Economics and a minor in Music. She was a talented and versatile musician, playing piano, organ, violin, and trombone. Her first teaching job was at Tonganoxie High School where she taught Home Economics and then Music for four years.&nbsp; It was there that she met a fellow teacher, Edwin L. Butterfield. On September 2, 1944, they were married in Philadelphia, PA while Ed was in the Navy. After WWII, Ruth and Ed moved to Junction City where they both taught high school. Their first two children, Edwin, Jr. and Ann, were born in Junction City.The family moved to Herington in 1950, where Ed was hired as principal of the high school and later became superintendent. &nbsp;Ruth was a substitute teacher in Herington and then taught grade school Music in nearby Burdick.&nbsp; Children Susan and Brad were born in Herington.The family moved to Clay Center in 1962 when Ed became principal of the high school.&nbsp; Ruth was a busy mom, but was a substitute teacher in Clay Center, and taught Music in Longford for several years. She then taught kindergarten in Wakefield for many years and enjoyed getting to know so many Wakefield children and their families. She retired from Wakefield Elementary School and treasured those memories throughout her life.On Saturday mornings one would usually find Ruth teaching piano lessons in her home, which she did until 2010. She also engaged her musical talents as organist and choir director for the Presbyterian Church in Herington, and choir director for nearly two decades at the Clay Center Baptist church.Ruth was a member of the Clay Center garden club, Mariners, and was a Rotary Ann.&nbsp; She was a loyal member of PEO and was honored as a 50-year member while still serving as an officer.&nbsp; She was active in the Clay Center Presbyterian Church, serving as an elder and choir member.&nbsp; She and Ed coordinated the Red Cross Bloodmobile in Clay County, and were recognized in a special ceremony for over 40 years of volunteer service.Ruth played bridge for many years, and also enjoyed sewing and flower gardening. In late summer, Ruth and Ed would be found in the kitchen canning and freezing fruit and home-grown veggies. She cherished memories of vacations to Colorado, whether camping, staying at Cascade Cottages, or visiting family there. She found the mountains peaceful and relaxing. Ruth is described by family members and friends as one of the kindest people they ever knew. She was hard-working, never uttered a negative word, had incredible patience, was generous with her time and talents, and taught by example.The Clay Center Presbyterian Manor was Ruth’s home for nearly the last seven years of her life.&nbsp; The family has great appreciation for the loving care she received there, and admires the dedication of the staff during the extraordinary circumstances of Covid-19.Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Butterfield, in 2011; son, Edwin, Jr.; great-grandson Nathan; her brothers Stafford and Ralph, and sisters Lylas and Carole. She is survived by her daughters, Ann Burkett (Joe) of Fort Collins, CO; Susan Butterfield (Diana Robertson) of Lawrence, KS; and son Brad Butterfield (Lori) of Centennial, CO; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.Visitation will be held at Neill Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center from 4-6pm on Friday, Jan. 1st.&nbsp; Due to Covid-19, masks and social distancing required.A family graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 2nd in the Overbrook, KS cemetery.The family suggests donations to the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor or the Clay Center Presbyterian Church in care of the funeral home.

Ruth Roberta (Ruhlen) Butterfield

October 15, 1926~December 27, 2020(age 94)

Bennie’s life began on October 15, 1926 in Fulton, MO.&nbsp; He was the son of Lester and Bertha (Salmons) Potts.&nbsp; He is a graduate of Fulton High School. Bennie joined the United States Army right out of high school and served his country for 24 years in the Army.&nbsp;

Bennie served in World War II and Korea, began flying helicopters in Vietnam; seeing his fair share of combat.&nbsp; After his retirement, Bennie flew helicopters for corporate and private contractors.&nbsp; He was the airport manager in Junction City for a time and taught flying lessons.

Bennie was united in marriage to Mildred Wade on June 24, 1956 and she preceded him in death.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Junction City.&nbsp;

He is survived by his nieces and nephews Sue (Jack) Swenson of Junction City, Lyle (Beth) Wade of Herington, Milton ( Pat) Wade of Lawrence, Wilna Bammas of Texas, Marc (Alice) Applebaum of Denver, Jim (Cindy) Wade, David (Dar) Wade, and Nancy (Bill) Courth, all of Michigan, Linda (Douglas) Wood of Salem, New Hampshire, Janet Wade of Herington, Steven Wade of Herington, Tom (Ruth) Wade of Lawrence, and Dale (Karen) Craighed of Fulton, MO.&nbsp;

Bennie passed away on December 27, 2020 at Valley View Senior Life in Junction City.&nbsp; His family will gather with friends on Tuesday January 5, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington for his graveside service led by Pastor Tim Maguffee of the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp;

Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Bennie’s name may be directed to First Presbyterian Church, Junction City.&nbsp; Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Bennie at www.ymzfh.com.

<h2>Bennie B. Potts</h2>October 15, 1926~December 27, 2020(age 94)Bennie’s life began on October 15, 1926 in Fulton, MO.&nbsp; He was the son of Lester and Bertha (Salmons) Potts.&nbsp; He is a graduate of Fulton High School. Bennie joined the United States Army right out of high school and served his country for 24 years in the Army.&nbsp;Bennie served in World War II and Korea, began flying helicopters in Vietnam; seeing his fair share of combat.&nbsp; After his retirement, Bennie flew helicopters for corporate and private contractors.&nbsp; He was the airport manager in Junction City for a time and taught flying lessons.Bennie was united in marriage to Mildred Wade on June 24, 1956 and she preceded him in death.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Junction City.&nbsp;He is survived by his nieces and nephews Sue (Jack) Swenson of Junction City, Lyle (Beth) Wade of Herington, Milton ( Pat) Wade of Lawrence, Wilna Bammas of Texas, Marc (Alice) Applebaum of Denver, Jim (Cindy) Wade, David (Dar) Wade, and Nancy (Bill) Courth, all of Michigan, Linda (Douglas) Wood of Salem, New Hampshire, Janet Wade of Herington, Steven Wade of Herington, Tom (Ruth) Wade of Lawrence, and Dale (Karen) Craighed of Fulton, MO.&nbsp;Bennie passed away on December 27, 2020 at Valley View Senior Life in Junction City.&nbsp; His family will gather with friends on Tuesday January 5, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington for his graveside service led by Pastor Tim Maguffee of the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp;Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Bennie’s name may be directed to First Presbyterian Church, Junction City.&nbsp; Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Bennie at www.ymzfh.com.

Bennie B. Potts

Jack O'Brien, 92 of Abilene was born in Los Angeles, CA November 19, 1928 and left this Earth on December 28, 2020. 

Jack was a photographer and innovative dark room developer. He witnessed and adapted to so many changes in the photography industry. 

He began learning from his father-in-law and continued schooling in the military when he joined the Air Force and served for 4 years before being discharged at the rank of Tech SGT. His civilian career began in Hollywood working with famed portrait photographer John Engstead. 

He then went to work for North American Rockwell, where he worked on some of the early Apollo space missions and was known throughout the industry as the "go to" person if a negative was considered "impossible" to develop. Jack had a brief stint away from the dark room when he joined his brothers in running a tree nursery in CA. He returned to photography for the end of his career and worked as a civil servant for the Navy as head photographer in Norco, CA until his retirement in 1990. 

Jack lost his wife , Diane in 1995 to cancer and moved to Abilene with his daughter in 2009. 

He is survived by his son, Doug, daughter in law Patti, granddaughters Joyce and Judi and his daughter Elaine. 

The family has chosen cremation. Jack will be laid to rest at a Veterans Cemetery in California at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the American Cancer Society. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

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 </figure>Jack O'Brien, 92 of Abilene was born in Los Angeles, CA November 19, 1928 and left this Earth on December 28, 2020. Jack was a photographer and innovative dark room developer. He witnessed and adapted to so many changes in the photography industry. He began learning from his father-in-law and continued schooling in the military when he joined the Air Force and served for 4 years before being discharged at the rank of Tech SGT. His civilian career began in Hollywood working with famed portrait photographer John Engstead. He then went to work for North American Rockwell, where he worked on some of the early Apollo space missions and was known throughout the industry as the "go to" person if a negative was considered "impossible" to develop. Jack had a brief stint away from the dark room when he joined his brothers in running a tree nursery in CA. He returned to photography for the end of his career and worked as a civil servant for the Navy as head photographer in Norco, CA until his retirement in 1990. Jack lost his wife , Diane in 1995 to cancer and moved to Abilene with his daughter in 2009. He is survived by his son, Doug, daughter in law Patti, granddaughters Joyce and Judi and his daughter Elaine. The family has chosen cremation. Jack will be laid to rest at a Veterans Cemetery in California at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the American Cancer Society. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

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