Jennice Wright age 79, died December 31, 2020 in Clay Center, KS. She was born on December 26, 1942 in Washington County, KS to Albert and Rosa (Ohlde) Beikmann. Jennice was a graduate of Linn Community High School. She attended Krums Beauty School and worked as a beautician for various beauty shops in Clay Center. Jennice was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church. Above all she was an avid supporter of her children and grandchildren. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents.

Daughter: Shawna (Jim) Pederson of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Pam (Bryan) Maloney of Humboldt, KS

Son: Wes (Kristin) Wright of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Leonard "Clem" Beikmann of Clifton, KS

Grandchildren: Casey and Haley Pederson, Jorie and Jadyn Maloney, Megan and Justin Wright

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Private family service will be held at 10:00 AM, January 6, 2021 at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KS

Burial:&nbsp;Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Tuesday, January&nbsp; 5, 2021 from 3:00-8:00 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to St. Pauls Lutheran Church c/o the funeral home

A live stream of the service will be available&nbsp;at the time of the service&nbsp;via our Facebook page or by visiting our website at www.nsrfh.com

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 </figure>Jennice Wright age 79, died December 31, 2020 in Clay Center, KS. She was born on December 26, 1942 in Washington County, KS to Albert and Rosa (Ohlde) Beikmann. Jennice was a graduate of Linn Community High School. She attended Krums Beauty School and worked as a beautician for various beauty shops in Clay Center. Jennice was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church. Above all she was an avid supporter of her children and grandchildren. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents.Survivors:Daughter: Shawna (Jim) Pederson of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Pam (Bryan) Maloney of Humboldt, KSSon: Wes (Kristin) Wright of Clay Center, KSBrother: Leonard "Clem" Beikmann of Clifton, KSGrandchildren: Casey and Haley Pederson, Jorie and Jadyn Maloney, Megan and Justin WrightFuneral Services:&nbsp;Private family service will be held at 10:00 AM, January 6, 2021 at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KSBurial:&nbsp;Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KSVisitation:&nbsp;Tuesday, January&nbsp; 5, 2021 from 3:00-8:00 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to St. Pauls Lutheran Church c/o the funeral homeA live stream of the service will be available&nbsp;at the time of the service&nbsp;via our Facebook page or by visiting our website at www.nsrfh.com

Jennice Wright

&nbsp; Loren L. Peck was born in Clay County, on June 10, 1931 at the farm home of his parents Henry and Edna (Schweitzer) Peck. The family moved to a farm west of Hope in 1935. He attended the Tennessee and Dillon Grade Schools. He went to Hop High School one year and the family moved to northeast of Woodbine, and graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1949. On June 1, 1952 he was united in marriage to Gladys Hettenbach. They made their first home northeast of Woodbine and moved to the Pearl Community in 1960. He laid, sanded, and finished floors for many years in Junction City and the surrounding areas. He was a farmer and stockman in the Woodbine area all his life. He was a member of the National Guard at Council Grove for eight years. He is survives by his daughter Nancy and her husband Henry Larocque of Junction City, son Merle and his wife Delores Peck of Enterprise, brother-in-law Marshall Heath of Junction City, sister in law Redella Lay of Abilene, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Gladys on March 29, 2014, his parents, sisters Joan and Faye, and brothers Jerry and Ray. Private graveside services are planned. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Thursday at the Danner Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Elsie Brooks Cancer Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Loren L. Peck was born in Clay County, on June 10, 1931 at the farm home of his parents Henry and Edna (Schweitzer) Peck. The family moved to a farm west of Hope in 1935. He attended the Tennessee and Dillon Grade Schools. He went to Hop High School one year and the family moved to northeast of Woodbine, and graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1949. On June 1, 1952 he was united in marriage to Gladys Hettenbach. They made their first home northeast of Woodbine and moved to the Pearl Community in 1960. He laid, sanded, and finished floors for many years in Junction City and the surrounding areas. He was a farmer and stockman in the Woodbine area all his life. He was a member of the National Guard at Council Grove for eight years. He is survives by his daughter Nancy and her husband Henry Larocque of Junction City, son Merle and his wife Delores Peck of Enterprise, brother-in-law Marshall Heath of Junction City, sister in law Redella Lay of Abilene, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Gladys on March 29, 2014, his parents, sisters Joan and Faye, and brothers Jerry and Ray. Private graveside services are planned. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Thursday at the Danner Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Elsie Brooks Cancer Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loren L. Peck

Phillipsburg resident Robert A. Christensen passed away Jan. 3, 2021, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 78.&nbsp; He was born Jan. 12, 1942, at Ft. Riley, KS, the son of Charles &amp; Melinda (Reinert) Christensen.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife Sharon of Phillipsburg; 3 sons: Richard of Grain Valley, MO, Terry of Kingsville, MO &amp; Shane of Phillipsburg; his daughter, Julie Horn of Phillipsburg; his foster son, Michael Quach of San Jose, CA; his sister, Donna Larson of Arlington, WA; 13 grandchildren &amp; 13 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Wed. Jan. 6, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. in the First Lutheran Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastor James Peterson officiating. Masks are required. The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Tues at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Church or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Robert A. Christensen passed away Jan. 3, 2021, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 78.&nbsp; He was born Jan. 12, 1942, at Ft. Riley, KS, the son of Charles &amp; Melinda (Reinert) Christensen.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife Sharon of Phillipsburg; 3 sons: Richard of Grain Valley, MO, Terry of Kingsville, MO &amp; Shane of Phillipsburg; his daughter, Julie Horn of Phillipsburg; his foster son, Michael Quach of San Jose, CA; his sister, Donna Larson of Arlington, WA; 13 grandchildren &amp; 13 great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Wed. Jan. 6, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. in the First Lutheran Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastor James Peterson officiating. Masks are required. The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Tues at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.Memorial contributions may be made to the Church or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Robert A. Christensen 

&nbsp; John Matthew Hein, 46, of El Dorado, Kansas passed away Friday, January 1st, 2020 suddenly at his residence. John was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 17, 1974, a son of Melinda L. (Tucker) Grisham and Bobby C. Hein John attended Lincoln grade school, McPherson Middle School and McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas. John Matthew Hein was united in marriage to Danielle Frazier in May of 1994. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of two sons, Gunnar and Brendan. John enjoyed playing fantasy football and cheering for the Oklahoma Sooners and Dallas Cowboys Football Teams, listening to music, and spending time with his friends and family, especially his boys. He is survived by his parents Bob Hein, of McPherson, Kansas &amp; Melinda Grisham, of El Dorado, Kansas; his sons, Gunnar Hein, of Lawrence, Kansas and Brendan Hein, of Topeka, Kansas; his siblings, Heather Fields and her husband Jeff, of McPherson, Kansas, Tim Hein and his wife Stephanie Hein, of McPherson, Kansas and Shawn Hein and his wife Tammy, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He is also survived by grandson, Avery Hein. Visitation will be held Friday, January 8, 2020 from 5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel. Family request to wear a mask. A private memorial service will be held Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas, with Pastor Tim Leaf officiating. Burial will be at a later date Memorials are to the John Hein Memorial Fund or Narcotics Anonymous and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; John Matthew Hein, 46, of El Dorado, Kansas passed away Friday, January 1st, 2020 suddenly at his residence. John was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on October 17, 1974, a son of Melinda L. (Tucker) Grisham and Bobby C. Hein John attended Lincoln grade school, McPherson Middle School and McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas. John Matthew Hein was united in marriage to Danielle Frazier in May of 1994. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of two sons, Gunnar and Brendan. John enjoyed playing fantasy football and cheering for the Oklahoma Sooners and Dallas Cowboys Football Teams, listening to music, and spending time with his friends and family, especially his boys. He is survived by his parents Bob Hein, of McPherson, Kansas &amp; Melinda Grisham, of El Dorado, Kansas; his sons, Gunnar Hein, of Lawrence, Kansas and Brendan Hein, of Topeka, Kansas; his siblings, Heather Fields and her husband Jeff, of McPherson, Kansas, Tim Hein and his wife Stephanie Hein, of McPherson, Kansas and Shawn Hein and his wife Tammy, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He is also survived by grandson, Avery Hein. Visitation will be held Friday, January 8, 2020 from 5:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel. Family request to wear a mask. A private memorial service will be held Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas, with Pastor Tim Leaf officiating. Burial will be at a later date Memorials are to the John Hein Memorial Fund or Narcotics Anonymous and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John Matthew Hein

Rick L. Schulz, 64, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 31, 2020, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, MO. He was the co-owner and President of Specialty Technology, Inc. in McPherson. Rick was born on July 15, 1956, in McPherson, KS, the son of Richard G. and Virginia Ruby (Winter) Schulz. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1974. On June 27, 1981, Rick was united in marriage to Kathy D. Catton in McPherson, KS. This union was blessed with three sons, Michael, Mark, and Dustin. He attended Countryside Covenant Church and was a member of Ducks Unlimited. His survivors include: his loving wife, Kathy of the home; three sons, Michael Schulz and wife, Emilie, Mark Schulz, and Dustin Schulz, all of McPherson, KS; two brothers, Doug Schulz and wife, Gail, and Stan Schulz and wife, Kathy, all of McPherson, KS; three grandchildren, Payten Schulz, Tatem Schulz, and Presley Schulz; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Debra Williams. A visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, January 8, at Countryside Covenant Church with Rev. Jon Black officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. Social distancing and masks will be required. A livestream link of the funeral service will be available closer to service time on the funeral home website. Memorial donations may be given to Countryside Covenant Church or Ducks Unlimited in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rick L. Schulz, 64, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 31, 2020, at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, MO. He was the co-owner and President of Specialty Technology, Inc. in McPherson. Rick was born on July 15, 1956, in McPherson, KS, the son of Richard G. and Virginia Ruby (Winter) Schulz. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1974. On June 27, 1981, Rick was united in marriage to Kathy D. Catton in McPherson, KS. This union was blessed with three sons, Michael, Mark, and Dustin. He attended Countryside Covenant Church and was a member of Ducks Unlimited. His survivors include: his loving wife, Kathy of the home; three sons, Michael Schulz and wife, Emilie, Mark Schulz, and Dustin Schulz, all of McPherson, KS; two brothers, Doug Schulz and wife, Gail, and Stan Schulz and wife, Kathy, all of McPherson, KS; three grandchildren, Payten Schulz, Tatem Schulz, and Presley Schulz; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Debra Williams. A visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, January 8, at Countryside Covenant Church with Rev. Jon Black officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. Social distancing and masks will be required. A livestream link of the funeral service will be available closer to service time on the funeral home website. Memorial donations may be given to Countryside Covenant Church or Ducks Unlimited in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rick L. Schulz

Margaret “Lucile” Jevons, 97, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, Kansas passed away December 31, 2020, at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Manhattan KS. &nbsp;Lucile was born on a farm in the Madura area south of Wakefield on April 1, 1923.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Arthur B. and Edith May Carpenter Luttman.&nbsp; Lucile is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Russell of 68 years and her sister Evelyn Buche.

Lucile attended Madura rural grade school, then graduated from Wakefield High School in 1941.&nbsp; Lucile went to work after high school as a secretary for a local insurance company. Russell and Lucile were married on October 16, 1943.&nbsp; After Russell was discharged from the Army Air Corps, they returned to Wakefield in 1945. &nbsp;Lucile worked as a teller at Farmers and Merchants State Bank and then as the bookkeeper for the Wakefield Telephone Company, the Junction City Telephone Company office in Wakefield, and finally as a service clerk for United Telephone Company in Junction City.

Lucile is survived by two sons: Deryl and wife Linda of Chino Valley, Arizona and Keith and wife Maxine of Manhattan Kansas; and six grandchildren Michelle, David, Melissa, Michael, Jared and Laura and ten great grandchildren.

Lucile was a member of the Wakefield Madura Congregational Church, a 77 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a 74 year member of the VFW Auxiliary, and since childhood a member of the Madura area Priscilla Club.

Lucile loved being a homemaker, mother, knitting, playing her piano, and staying in touch with family and friends.

Lucile will be buried with a private family service at the Wakefield Highland Cemetery.&nbsp; A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

The family suggests donations to,&nbsp; to the Wakefield Museum, the Order of the Eastern Star Clay Center Chapter 180, VFW Post 7774 Auxiliary or the Madura Congregational Church in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;Street, Clay Center, Kansas 67432.

Margaret “Lucile” Jevons, 97, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, Kansas passed away December 31, 2020, at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Manhattan KS. &nbsp;Lucile was born on a farm in the Madura area south of Wakefield on April 1, 1923.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Arthur B. and Edith May Carpenter Luttman.&nbsp; Lucile is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Russell of 68 years and her sister Evelyn Buche.Lucile attended Madura rural grade school, then graduated from Wakefield High School in 1941.&nbsp; Lucile went to work after high school as a secretary for a local insurance company. Russell and Lucile were married on October 16, 1943.&nbsp; After Russell was discharged from the Army Air Corps, they returned to Wakefield in 1945. &nbsp;Lucile worked as a teller at Farmers and Merchants State Bank and then as the bookkeeper for the Wakefield Telephone Company, the Junction City Telephone Company office in Wakefield, and finally as a service clerk for United Telephone Company in Junction City.Lucile is survived by two sons: Deryl and wife Linda of Chino Valley, Arizona and Keith and wife Maxine of Manhattan Kansas; and six grandchildren Michelle, David, Melissa, Michael, Jared and Laura and ten great grandchildren.Lucile was a member of the Wakefield Madura Congregational Church, a 77 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a 74 year member of the VFW Auxiliary, and since childhood a member of the Madura area Priscilla Club.Lucile loved being a homemaker, mother, knitting, playing her piano, and staying in touch with family and friends.Lucile will be buried with a private family service at the Wakefield Highland Cemetery.&nbsp; A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.The family suggests donations to,&nbsp; to the Wakefield Museum, the Order of the Eastern Star Clay Center Chapter 180, VFW Post 7774 Auxiliary or the Madura Congregational Church in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;Street, Clay Center, Kansas 67432.

Margaret “Lucile” Jevons

Russell James age 98, was born January 15th, 1922 in Blaine Township, Clay County, KS, the eldest of 12 children born to Dean and Eva (Chestnut) James.

Russell learned the value of hard work when his father suffered a ruptured appendix and was laid up for a year. Russell completed the 8th grade but didn’t go on to high school as he was needed at home to work on the family farm. While he did not have much formal education, he had vast mechanical knowledge which served him well throughout his life.&nbsp; If he wasn’t doing field work or farm chores, he would be found in the shop doing maintenance on his equipment.

Russell professed faith in Christ while in his teens and joined the Hebron Reformed Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; Over the course of his lifetime, he faithfully served the church as both a deacon and an elder.&nbsp; His faith in Christ was a very important part of his life.&nbsp; He read his Bible faithfully, and always strived to live a life honoring to Christ.

Russell enlisted in the US Army in October 1942 during World War II and served in the 132nd Infantry Regiment, achieving the rank of Tech-5. He was originally slated to work in vehicle maintenance, but an interesting encounter during training changed his path. Russell was training at Monterey, CA when a whale was badly injured by a boat. Rather than let the whale go to waste, the local fishermen wanted it brought to shore. A bulldozer was available, but the operator was not. Armed with his knowledge of farm machinery, Russell manned the bulldozer and drug the whale carcass onto the beach. The Army took notice of his skills and made him a combat engineer, “machine operator,” instead.

Russell arrived in the Pacific Theater in January 1944 and participated in several important campaigns and battles, including the amphibious invasion of Cebu Island during the Luzon Campaign. After 23 months of overseas combat duty, the war ended, and he returned to civilian life in Kansas and on December 26, 1945 married Betty Dunn of Five Creeks Township and began farming.&nbsp; Russell farmed and raised cattle until his retirement in 1980.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In addition to farming Russell also was a Blaine Township trustee and could always be depended on to maintain or plow open the roads when needed.&nbsp; He also served on the Hebron school board for a number of years.&nbsp; Before retiring from farming, Betty had convinced Russell to take a course in sewing machine cleaning and repair, and thus began another chapter in his life.

In 1986 Russell and Betty moved from their home on the farm to Clay Center.&nbsp; Russell continued serving the community with his mechanical skills by opening a sewing machine and sweeper repair shop in the basement of their home.&nbsp; After Betty’s death in 2004, Russell sold his sewing machine and vacuum repair business and moved into Park Plaza, where he continued to tinker with everything possible and be a servant to many.&nbsp;

Russell moved into the Presbyterian Manor in 2011, and his presence was much appreciated as he used his talents to do minor repairs around the facility and helped meet the needs of other residents.&nbsp;&nbsp; Late in life, he could be spotted riding his souped-up scooter downtown.&nbsp; The Presbyterian Manor was known to receive calls from well-intentioned folks who thought he was an escapee, but Russell’s sharp mind allowed him the freedom to enjoy his scooter well past his 95th birthday.

John Russell James passed into the presence of our Lord on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, KS. He was 98 years, 349 days old. Those who knew him admired him for his quiet manner, his physical stamina, and his deep faith in Christ.

Russell is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, his parents, brothers, Ralph, Milo and infant brother, Paul James and sisters, Genevieve and Bertha. Although Russell’s earthly body will be laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery, Russell himself is currently enjoying his eternal life in Heaven with his wife and feasting with the Lamb of God where he is doubtless eating as much or as little as he wants with no one telling him, “You’re too thin.&nbsp;

Daughter: Marilyn and husband Stanley Copeland of Quinter, KS

Daughter: Linda and husband Dick Heitman of Canon City, CO

9 Grandchildren and 17 Great Grandchildren 1 Great-Great Grandson

Visitation:&nbsp;2:00-5:00 PM Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Private family services will be held at 1:30 PM, Monday, January 4, 2021 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS

Memorials:&nbsp;Hebron Reformed Presbyterian Church or the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor c/o the funeral home

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 </figure>Russell James age 98, was born January 15th, 1922 in Blaine Township, Clay County, KS, the eldest of 12 children born to Dean and Eva (Chestnut) James.Russell learned the value of hard work when his father suffered a ruptured appendix and was laid up for a year. Russell completed the 8th grade but didn’t go on to high school as he was needed at home to work on the family farm. While he did not have much formal education, he had vast mechanical knowledge which served him well throughout his life.&nbsp; If he wasn’t doing field work or farm chores, he would be found in the shop doing maintenance on his equipment.Russell professed faith in Christ while in his teens and joined the Hebron Reformed Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; Over the course of his lifetime, he faithfully served the church as both a deacon and an elder.&nbsp; His faith in Christ was a very important part of his life.&nbsp; He read his Bible faithfully, and always strived to live a life honoring to Christ.Russell enlisted in the US Army in October 1942 during World War II and served in the 132nd Infantry Regiment, achieving the rank of Tech-5. He was originally slated to work in vehicle maintenance, but an interesting encounter during training changed his path. Russell was training at Monterey, CA when a whale was badly injured by a boat. Rather than let the whale go to waste, the local fishermen wanted it brought to shore. A bulldozer was available, but the operator was not. Armed with his knowledge of farm machinery, Russell manned the bulldozer and drug the whale carcass onto the beach. The Army took notice of his skills and made him a combat engineer, “machine operator,” instead.Russell arrived in the Pacific Theater in January 1944 and participated in several important campaigns and battles, including the amphibious invasion of Cebu Island during the Luzon Campaign. After 23 months of overseas combat duty, the war ended, and he returned to civilian life in Kansas and on December 26, 1945 married Betty Dunn of Five Creeks Township and began farming.&nbsp; Russell farmed and raised cattle until his retirement in 1980.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In addition to farming Russell also was a Blaine Township trustee and could always be depended on to maintain or plow open the roads when needed.&nbsp; He also served on the Hebron school board for a number of years.&nbsp; Before retiring from farming, Betty had convinced Russell to take a course in sewing machine cleaning and repair, and thus began another chapter in his life.In 1986 Russell and Betty moved from their home on the farm to Clay Center.&nbsp; Russell continued serving the community with his mechanical skills by opening a sewing machine and sweeper repair shop in the basement of their home.&nbsp; After Betty’s death in 2004, Russell sold his sewing machine and vacuum repair business and moved into Park Plaza, where he continued to tinker with everything possible and be a servant to many.&nbsp;Russell moved into the Presbyterian Manor in 2011, and his presence was much appreciated as he used his talents to do minor repairs around the facility and helped meet the needs of other residents.&nbsp;&nbsp; Late in life, he could be spotted riding his souped-up scooter downtown.&nbsp; The Presbyterian Manor was known to receive calls from well-intentioned folks who thought he was an escapee, but Russell’s sharp mind allowed him the freedom to enjoy his scooter well past his 95th birthday.John Russell James passed into the presence of our Lord on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, KS. He was 98 years, 349 days old. Those who knew him admired him for his quiet manner, his physical stamina, and his deep faith in Christ.Russell is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, his parents, brothers, Ralph, Milo and infant brother, Paul James and sisters, Genevieve and Bertha. Although Russell’s earthly body will be laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery, Russell himself is currently enjoying his eternal life in Heaven with his wife and feasting with the Lamb of God where he is doubtless eating as much or as little as he wants with no one telling him, “You’re too thin.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors:Son: Ed and Janice James Olathe, KSDaughter: Marilyn and husband Stanley Copeland of Quinter, KSDaughter: Linda and husband Dick Heitman of Canon City, COBrothers: Leo, Wayne and ArloSisters: Vesta, Velda, and Alta9 Grandchildren and 17 Great Grandchildren 1 Great-Great GrandsonMany Nephews and NiecesVisitation:&nbsp;2:00-5:00 PM Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSFuneral Services:&nbsp;Private family services will be held at 1:30 PM, Monday, January 4, 2021 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KSMinister:&nbsp;Rev. Daniel HemkenMemorials:&nbsp;Hebron Reformed Presbyterian Church or the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor c/o the funeral home

Russell James

Cremation has been chosen &amp; memorial services will take place at a later date. 

Memorials may be given to the Family Expense Fund.

Marlene WilesNovember 16, 1944 - December 30, 2020Cremation has been chosen &amp; memorial services will take place at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Family Expense Fund.

Marlene Wiles

December 31, 1932~December 30, 2020(age 87)

Rosy’s life began on March 19, 1932 in Denmark, KS.  She was the daughter of Abraham Lincoln Sorensen and Etta Mae (Webb) Sorensen. 

 She was united in marriage to Ross E. Girton on June 2, 1951 in Denmark. 

 Rosy drove a school bus for 22 years and was a foster parent for over 25 years. 

 She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, served as a camp host at Herington Lake and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Herington. 

 Rosy’s loving family includes her children Crissetta “Criss” Middleton of Hope, Kelly (Elaine) Girton of Sabetha, and Holly (Tony) Daniel of Allen, TX; grandchildren Todd ( Tresea) Middleton of Hope, Tina (Aaron) Lauxman of Hope, Eric (Michele) Girton of Waverly, IA, Brad (Krystal) Girton of Mahomet, IL, Laura (Jeff) Thompson of Olathe, and Christina Middleton of Wichita; great grandchildren Alissa (Tyler) Emery of CO., Brian Lauxman of Hope, Nicole Middleton of Hope, Henry Girton of Mahomet, IL, Vivian Girton of Mahomet, IL and Ava Thompson of Olathe; great great grandchildren Amelia, Nash and Dax Emery and her sister Genevieve Landgren of Lindsborg. 

 Rosy passed away on December 30, 2020 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center. 

 She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings A. L. Sorenson, Jr., Leonard Greene, Dale Greene, Betty Lawson, and Edith Sheldon. 

 Her family will gather with friends on Monday January 4, 2021 at 2 p.m. for her graveside service led by Pastor Darryl Geist at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in Rosy’s name may be directed to Enterprise Estates Nursing Center or First Baptist Church.  Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Rosy at www.ymzfh.com&nbsp;

<h2>Rosetta Mary (Sorensen) Girton</h2>December 31, 1932~December 30, 2020(age 87)Rosy’s life began on March 19, 1932 in Denmark, KS. She was the daughter of Abraham Lincoln Sorensen and Etta Mae (Webb) Sorensen. She was united in marriage to Ross E. Girton on June 2, 1951 in Denmark. Rosy drove a school bus for 22 years and was a foster parent for over 25 years. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, served as a camp host at Herington Lake and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Herington. Rosy’s loving family includes her children Crissetta “Criss” Middleton of Hope, Kelly (Elaine) Girton of Sabetha, and Holly (Tony) Daniel of Allen, TX; grandchildren Todd ( Tresea) Middleton of Hope, Tina (Aaron) Lauxman of Hope, Eric (Michele) Girton of Waverly, IA, Brad (Krystal) Girton of Mahomet, IL, Laura (Jeff) Thompson of Olathe, and Christina Middleton of Wichita; great grandchildren Alissa (Tyler) Emery of CO., Brian Lauxman of Hope, Nicole Middleton of Hope, Henry Girton of Mahomet, IL, Vivian Girton of Mahomet, IL and Ava Thompson of Olathe; great great grandchildren Amelia, Nash and Dax Emery and her sister Genevieve Landgren of Lindsborg. Rosy passed away on December 30, 2020 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings A. L. Sorenson, Jr., Leonard Greene, Dale Greene, Betty Lawson, and Edith Sheldon. Her family will gather with friends on Monday January 4, 2021 at 2 p.m. for her graveside service led by Pastor Darryl Geist at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Rosy’s name may be directed to Enterprise Estates Nursing Center or First Baptist Church. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Rosy at www.ymzfh.com&nbsp;

Rosetta Mary (Sorensen) Girton

February 16, 1948~December 29, 2020(age 72)

We were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from RaeLene during her 72 years, among them: Family is everything, tell those you love them every chance you get, hug and kiss goodbye, talk to Jesus every day and if you have the opportunity to help someone or make their day better, do it. 

RaeLene's beautiful life began on February 16, 1948 in Concordia. She was the daughter of Max and Nelda (Anderson) Begnoche. 

She was known to have her father’s quick wit and her mother’s kind and caring heart. 

RaeLene was a graduate of Miltonvale High School. After graduation, she attended cosmotology school. 

RaeLene was united in marriage to her loving husband Paul Hajek on November 13, 1971 in Miltonvale, KS. 

RaeLene worked as a beautician, and later as the manager at Ag Ads in Lost Springs. She also kept the books for her  husband Paul’s trucking business–a job she said she was given but never really applied for. 

RaeLene was a parishioner at St. John's Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen and St. Anne's Altar Society. 

She loved watching her grandchildren's sporting events and going to all their activities. They were the light of her world and she was theirs. She also enjoyed the occasional outing with her husband to the casinos. Whenever her children couldn’t get ahold of her, they knew where she was. 

Her loving family includes her husband Paul of Lost Springs; children Lynette (Jon) McLean of Hutchison, and Jason (Carla) Hajek of Seneca; grandchildren Cade McLean, Maggie McLean, Cooper Hajek, Josie McLean, Carter Hajek and Cormik Hajek; siblings Pam Buxman of Valley Center, Brad (Denise) Begnoche of Wichita and Kim (Matt) Hesting of Glen Elder and several nieces and nephews. She loved her family with all her heart. 

RaeLene passed away on December 29, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. 

She is preceded in death by her parents. 

Her family will gather with friends to celebrate her life on Friday January 8th from 4-7 p.m. at St. John's Nepomucene Catholic Church where her Rosary will begin at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday January 9th at 11 a.m. by Father Brian Bebak. RaeLene will be laid to rest in Pilsen Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of RaeLene at www.ymzfh.com. What a life well lived.

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 </figure><h2>RaeLene (Begnoche) Hajek</h2>February 16, 1948~December 29, 2020(age 72)We were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from RaeLene during her 72 years, among them: Family is everything, tell those you love them every chance you get, hug and kiss goodbye, talk to Jesus every day and if you have the opportunity to help someone or make their day better, do it. RaeLene's beautiful life began on February 16, 1948 in Concordia. She was the daughter of Max and Nelda (Anderson) Begnoche. She was known to have her father’s quick wit and her mother’s kind and caring heart. RaeLene was a graduate of Miltonvale High School. After graduation, she attended cosmotology school. RaeLene was united in marriage to her loving husband Paul Hajek on November 13, 1971 in Miltonvale, KS. RaeLene worked as a beautician, and later as the manager at Ag Ads in Lost Springs. She also kept the books for her husband Paul’s trucking business–a job she said she was given but never really applied for. RaeLene was a parishioner at St. John's Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen and St. Anne's Altar Society. She loved watching her grandchildren's sporting events and going to all their activities. They were the light of her world and she was theirs. She also enjoyed the occasional outing with her husband to the casinos. Whenever her children couldn’t get ahold of her, they knew where she was. Her loving family includes her husband Paul of Lost Springs; children Lynette (Jon) McLean of Hutchison, and Jason (Carla) Hajek of Seneca; grandchildren Cade McLean, Maggie McLean, Cooper Hajek, Josie McLean, Carter Hajek and Cormik Hajek; siblings Pam Buxman of Valley Center, Brad (Denise) Begnoche of Wichita and Kim (Matt) Hesting of Glen Elder and several nieces and nephews. She loved her family with all her heart. RaeLene passed away on December 29, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. She is preceded in death by her parents. Her family will gather with friends to celebrate her life on Friday January 8th from 4-7 p.m. at St. John's Nepomucene Catholic Church where her Rosary will begin at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday January 9th at 11 a.m. by Father Brian Bebak. RaeLene will be laid to rest in Pilsen Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of RaeLene at www.ymzfh.com. What a life well lived.

RaeLene (Begnoche) Hajek

&nbsp; Leta Marie Meats was born March 24, 1935 in Westphalia, Kansas the daughter of Roy and Helen (Roth) Hamilton. She graduated from Westphalia High School and married Gerald Meats on November 13, 1954 in Westphalia. Leta and Gerald moved to Abilene and were the owners of Abilene Lumber, Inc and later Leta owned Leta’s Casual Shoppe retiring in 1996. She is survived by her daughters Linda and her husband Terry Ingermanson and Yvonne and her husband Tracy Turner all of Solomon, grandchildren Kyle (Lana) Robison of Aurora, Colorado, Kalen (Tara) Robison of Abilene, Connie Jacobs of Salina, Trevor (Casey) Turner of Falun, Kansas, Stacie (Patrick) Lundquist of Brookville, Kansas, great grandchildren Rowan, Ryder, and River Robison, Kipton Robison, Peyton and Brayden Jacobs, and Reid Lundquist, sister Esther Ludolph of Westphalia, and brother James Hamilton of Spring Hill, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Gerald on May 27, 2010, son Lester Meats, granddaughter Tenleigh Robison, grandson Tripp Robison, her parents, and special friend Max Archer. A Parish Rosary will be 5:30 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2021 at the funeral home with the family receiving friends from 6:00 pm – 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial for Leta will be 11:00 am, Saturday, January 9, 2021at the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church with Father Randall Weber as Celebrant. Please practice COVID-19 practices. Following Mass, cremation is planned and private inurnment will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Daughters of Isabella Mary Rose Circle #393 and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Leta Marie Meats was born March 24, 1935 in Westphalia, Kansas the daughter of Roy and Helen (Roth) Hamilton. She graduated from Westphalia High School and married Gerald Meats on November 13, 1954 in Westphalia. Leta and Gerald moved to Abilene and were the owners of Abilene Lumber, Inc and later Leta owned Leta’s Casual Shoppe retiring in 1996. She is survived by her daughters Linda and her husband Terry Ingermanson and Yvonne and her husband Tracy Turner all of Solomon, grandchildren Kyle (Lana) Robison of Aurora, Colorado, Kalen (Tara) Robison of Abilene, Connie Jacobs of Salina, Trevor (Casey) Turner of Falun, Kansas, Stacie (Patrick) Lundquist of Brookville, Kansas, great grandchildren Rowan, Ryder, and River Robison, Kipton Robison, Peyton and Brayden Jacobs, and Reid Lundquist, sister Esther Ludolph of Westphalia, and brother James Hamilton of Spring Hill, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Gerald on May 27, 2010, son Lester Meats, granddaughter Tenleigh Robison, grandson Tripp Robison, her parents, and special friend Max Archer. A Parish Rosary will be 5:30 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2021 at the funeral home with the family receiving friends from 6:00 pm – 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial for Leta will be 11:00 am, Saturday, January 9, 2021at the St. Andrew’s Catholic Church with Father Randall Weber as Celebrant. Please practice COVID-19 practices. Following Mass, cremation is planned and private inurnment will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Daughters of Isabella Mary Rose Circle #393 and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leta Marie Meats

Arnold E. "Arnie" Pilcherwas born June 17th, 1940 to Gaylord and Mildred (Bellows) Pilcher, in Peach Orchard, AR. Arnie passed away December 28th at his home in Bennington.

Arnie spent his life on the road, driving semis and then a bus for Continental Trailways. His greatest love was his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids. His greatest heartbreak was losing his only son Randy, to ALS.

Arnie is survived by his two daughters Renee (Bob) Boss and RaShelle (Tim) Hensley; seven grandchildren, Alison (Mitch) Swagerty, Lacy Boss, Rob (Susan) Boss, Kylee (Austin) Fick, Zach, Zeb and Zane Hensley; nine great grandchildren Kinley and Hudson Swagerty, Gunnar and Matthew Boss, Audrey, Sawyer and Reagan Fick, Eli and Aiden Hensley, two sisters Gayle (Jim) Francis, Lorena Petzold, one sister in law Jan Pilcher; many cousins, nieces and nephews and lastly his former spouse and mother of his children Delores Pilcher and daughter in law Kris Pilcher Langdon.

The family will be gathering for a private celebration. Memorials can be made to the ALS Association in care of the family.

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 </figure>Arnold E. "Arnie" Pilcherwas born June 17th, 1940 to Gaylord and Mildred (Bellows) Pilcher, in Peach Orchard, AR. Arnie passed away December 28th at his home in Bennington.Arnie spent his life on the road, driving semis and then a bus for Continental Trailways. His greatest love was his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids. His greatest heartbreak was losing his only son Randy, to ALS.Arnie is survived by his two daughters Renee (Bob) Boss and RaShelle (Tim) Hensley; seven grandchildren, Alison (Mitch) Swagerty, Lacy Boss, Rob (Susan) Boss, Kylee (Austin) Fick, Zach, Zeb and Zane Hensley; nine great grandchildren Kinley and Hudson Swagerty, Gunnar and Matthew Boss, Audrey, Sawyer and Reagan Fick, Eli and Aiden Hensley, two sisters Gayle (Jim) Francis, Lorena Petzold, one sister in law Jan Pilcher; many cousins, nieces and nephews and lastly his former spouse and mother of his children Delores Pilcher and daughter in law Kris Pilcher Langdon.The family will be gathering for a private celebration. Memorials can be made to the ALS Association in care of the family.

Arnold E. "Arnie" Pilcher

SALINA -&nbsp;Larry Samuel Kenisonpassed away peacefully December 24, 2020. He was 81 years old. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy (Batcheller); daughter, Jody Daily and husband Jeff; son, Tracy Kenison; grandchildren, Josh Daily, Zach Daily, Cooper Daily, and Katie Kenison; as well as his brother, AG Kenison. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Asa and Mae Kenison; brother, Leroy; and a son, Randall B. Kenison.

Larry was born on September 13, 1939 in New Cambria and was a graduate of Salina High School, class of 1958. Larry joined the Salina Fire Department in 1960 where he retired after 26 years in 1986, was a reserve member of the Air Force, a member of Trinity Methodist Church, as well as a member of The Salina Bass Club. In his later years he was manager of VIP Cleaners for 14 years. Larry enjoyed attending all his grandchildren's activities and sporting events, bass fishing, as well as carpentry and remodeling work.

A private burial will be held at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

Memorials can be sent to Pinnacle Park Nursing Home, Trinity Methodist Church, or The Ark Church Salina.

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SALINA -&nbsp;Larry Samuel Kenisonpassed away peacefully December 24, 2020. He was 81 years old. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy (Batcheller); daughter, Jody Daily and husband Jeff; son, Tracy Kenison; grandchildren, Josh Daily, Zach Daily, Cooper Daily, and Katie Kenison; as well as his brother, AG Kenison. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Asa and Mae Kenison; brother, Leroy; and a son, Randall B. Kenison.Larry was born on September 13, 1939 in New Cambria and was a graduate of Salina High School, class of 1958. Larry joined the Salina Fire Department in 1960 where he retired after 26 years in 1986, was a reserve member of the Air Force, a member of Trinity Methodist Church, as well as a member of The Salina Bass Club. In his later years he was manager of VIP Cleaners for 14 years. Larry enjoyed attending all his grandchildren's activities and sporting events, bass fishing, as well as carpentry and remodeling work.A private burial will be held at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.Memorials can be sent to Pinnacle Park Nursing Home, Trinity Methodist Church, or The Ark Church Salina.

Larry Samuel Kenison

Mary E. (Patty) Guynes, 70, of Hesston, Kansas passed away Thursday, December 24, 2020. She was born in Henryetta, Oklahoma to Oscar and Ruby (Dodson) Arnold.

Mary worked for many years at the Anchor Glass Container Corporation in Henryetta.

She was preceded by her parents; and three siblings.

Mary is survived by her sons, Danny Patty (Trina) of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, and Darren Patty (Mary Catherine) of Owensboro, Kentucky; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and one sister.

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

Memorials to the animal shelter, your local church, or the charity of your choice.

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 </figure>Mary E. (Patty) Guynes, 70, of Hesston, Kansas passed away Thursday, December 24, 2020. She was born in Henryetta, Oklahoma to Oscar and Ruby (Dodson) Arnold.Mary worked for many years at the Anchor Glass Container Corporation in Henryetta.She was preceded by her parents; and three siblings.Mary is survived by her sons, Danny Patty (Trina) of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, and Darren Patty (Mary Catherine) of Owensboro, Kentucky; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and one sister.A celebration of life will be held at a later date.Memorials to the animal shelter, your local church, or the charity of your choice.

Mary E. (Patty) Guynes

SALINA -&nbsp;John William McIntyre, 73, passed away Saturday, December 26. He was born September 5, 1947 to Gene and Teresa Blanche (Teson) McIntyre in St. Joseph, Missouri. He was their only child. He grew up with Teresa, his grandmother Louise Teson, and his stepfather, Sherman Smolly, whom he called "Dad." He graduated from Christian Brothers High School in St. Joseph and Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO, with a BS in education. In 1970, he married Pamela Ann Beach. They were married for 43 years. He worked as the assistant regional manager at the Social Security office in Salina for over 30 years. He loved his cats, nature (especially the birds and squirrels in his backyard), and old movies.

John was preceded in death by his mother Teresa, his father Gene, his stepfather Sherman, and his aunt Harriet Smolly. He is survived by Pam McIntyre of Salina and his daughter Kate McIntyre and her husband Joe Aguilar of Worcester, MA.

Due to COVID-19, there will be no formal memorial service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Salina Education Foundation, LIFT Program, Box 797, Salina, KS, 67401.

SALINA -&nbsp;John William McIntyre, 73, passed away Saturday, December 26. He was born September 5, 1947 to Gene and Teresa Blanche (Teson) McIntyre in St. Joseph, Missouri. He was their only child. He grew up with Teresa, his grandmother Louise Teson, and his stepfather, Sherman Smolly, whom he called "Dad." He graduated from Christian Brothers High School in St. Joseph and Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO, with a BS in education. In 1970, he married Pamela Ann Beach. They were married for 43 years. He worked as the assistant regional manager at the Social Security office in Salina for over 30 years. He loved his cats, nature (especially the birds and squirrels in his backyard), and old movies.John was preceded in death by his mother Teresa, his father Gene, his stepfather Sherman, and his aunt Harriet Smolly. He is survived by Pam McIntyre of Salina and his daughter Kate McIntyre and her husband Joe Aguilar of Worcester, MA.Due to COVID-19, there will be no formal memorial service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Salina Education Foundation, LIFT Program, Box 797, Salina, KS, 67401.

John William McIntyre

SALINA -&nbsp;Betty Lou (Young) Zorn&nbsp;was born in rural Marquette, Kansas on April 8, 1926 to Carl Martin (Mike) Young and Mildred (Palmquist) Young. She passed away on Monday, Dec. 28, 2020 at Eaglecrest Assisted Living, Salina at the age of 94.

Betty graduated from Marquette High School, Trinity Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing, Kansas City, Missouri, and Baylor School of Nursing, Dallas, Texas. She worked in the nursing field at McPherson, Salina, Dallas, Texas, St. Louis, Missouri, and Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. On Sept. 10, 1961 Betty was united in marriage to Vernon D. Zorn.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her brother and sister in law, Charles Marlin and Marilyn Young.

Surviving are her stepdaughter, Carol Zorn of Brentwood, Tennessee; step-grandsons, Andrew and Christopher Schutt; nieces, Pat (Virgil) Yost of Colorado, and Pam (Steve) Michel of Salina.

There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be at a later date in Brillion, Wisconsin.

Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church Foundation, Salina or Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette care of Ryan Mortuary.

SALINA -&nbsp;Betty Lou (Young) Zorn&nbsp;was born in rural Marquette, Kansas on April 8, 1926 to Carl Martin (Mike) Young and Mildred (Palmquist) Young. She passed away on Monday, Dec. 28, 2020 at Eaglecrest Assisted Living, Salina at the age of 94.Betty graduated from Marquette High School, Trinity Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing, Kansas City, Missouri, and Baylor School of Nursing, Dallas, Texas. She worked in the nursing field at McPherson, Salina, Dallas, Texas, St. Louis, Missouri, and Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. On Sept. 10, 1961 Betty was united in marriage to Vernon D. Zorn.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her brother and sister in law, Charles Marlin and Marilyn Young.Surviving are her stepdaughter, Carol Zorn of Brentwood, Tennessee; step-grandsons, Andrew and Christopher Schutt; nieces, Pat (Virgil) Yost of Colorado, and Pam (Steve) Michel of Salina.There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be at a later date in Brillion, Wisconsin.Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church Foundation, Salina or Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette care of Ryan Mortuary.

Betty Lou (Young) Zorn

SALINA -&nbsp;Laura Mae Hill, 60, passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at Pinnacle Park Nursing Home. She was born July 20, 1960 to Hal and Jesse Mae Thompson. She married Anthony Hill Sr. August 25, 1978.

She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Bryan Hill; and parents.

She was a resident of Salina for over 20 years, where she worked as a LPN, touching many lives through her skills and knowledge as a nurse.

She loved watching cooking and crime shows and also loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Laura is survived by her sons, Anthony Hill Jr. and Joshua Hill both of Salina; sister Shelly Collier; three brothers, Vernell Thompson, Roosevelt Thompson, Calvin Thompson all of Salina; two granddaughters; and five grandsons.

Due to COVID the family will have a small private gathering.

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SALINA -&nbsp;Laura Mae Hill, 60, passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at Pinnacle Park Nursing Home. She was born July 20, 1960 to Hal and Jesse Mae Thompson. She married Anthony Hill Sr. August 25, 1978.She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Bryan Hill; and parents.She was a resident of Salina for over 20 years, where she worked as a LPN, touching many lives through her skills and knowledge as a nurse.She loved watching cooking and crime shows and also loved spending time with her grandchildren.Laura is survived by her sons, Anthony Hill Jr. and Joshua Hill both of Salina; sister Shelly Collier; three brothers, Vernell Thompson, Roosevelt Thompson, Calvin Thompson all of Salina; two granddaughters; and five grandsons.Due to COVID the family will have a small private gathering.

Laura Mae Hill

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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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.

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