Lucille Kay Hannebaum, 69, passed away June 27, 2020, at her home in Salina, KS. She was born in Salina on January 19, 1951, to Glenn Hannebaum and Opal (Fonck) Hannebaum, both of whom preceded her in death. "Luci" graduated from Tescott Rural High School and Emporia State University in Emporia, KS.

She is survived by a sister, Linda Hyde of Emporia; and two brothers, Leroy Hannebaum of Manhattan, and Leon Hannebaum (Judy) of Salina. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Luci was an avid sports fan, following the Kansas State University and Kansas City teams. She enjoyed playing softball in her youth.

Very fond of all animals, Luci particularly loved her dog Lexi, her companion for many years.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Roselawn Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Salina Animal Services in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 </figure>Lucille Kay Hannebaum, 69, passed away June 27, 2020, at her home in Salina, KS. She was born in Salina on January 19, 1951, to Glenn Hannebaum and Opal (Fonck) Hannebaum, both of whom preceded her in death. "Luci" graduated from Tescott Rural High School and Emporia State University in Emporia, KS.She is survived by a sister, Linda Hyde of Emporia; and two brothers, Leroy Hannebaum of Manhattan, and Leon Hannebaum (Judy) of Salina. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.Luci was an avid sports fan, following the Kansas State University and Kansas City teams. She enjoyed playing softball in her youth.Very fond of all animals, Luci particularly loved her dog Lexi, her companion for many years.A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Roselawn Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Salina Animal Services in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Lucille Kay Hannebaum

ELLSWORTH -&nbsp;Vern Rhoden, 75, of Ellsworth, KS, born June 19, 1945, passed away September 3, 2020 in Salina, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Merle and Leola Rhoden of Fairbury, Nebraska, who later relocated to Abilene, KS; his sisters Norma Zock of Hutchinson and Barbara Swartz of Beatrice Nebraska, and two sisters that died in childhood, Katherine and Marie.

He is survived by two brothers, Wayne Rhoden of Pocatello, Idaho and Dennis Rhoden of Niles KS; four sons, Andrew Rhoden of Chadron NE, Tony Rhoden of Big Sandy, TN, Michael Judkins of Wichita, KS and Shawn Waterman of Topeka, KS.; four step children: Jimmy, Ashley, David and Erica and 19 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Arrangements for a Memorial Gathering will be announced later.

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ELLSWORTH -&nbsp;Vern Rhoden, 75, of Ellsworth, KS, born June 19, 1945, passed away September 3, 2020 in Salina, KS.He was preceded in death by his parents, Merle and Leola Rhoden of Fairbury, Nebraska, who later relocated to Abilene, KS; his sisters Norma Zock of Hutchinson and Barbara Swartz of Beatrice Nebraska, and two sisters that died in childhood, Katherine and Marie.He is survived by two brothers, Wayne Rhoden of Pocatello, Idaho and Dennis Rhoden of Niles KS; four sons, Andrew Rhoden of Chadron NE, Tony Rhoden of Big Sandy, TN, Michael Judkins of Wichita, KS and Shawn Waterman of Topeka, KS.; four step children: Jimmy, Ashley, David and Erica and 19 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.Arrangements for a Memorial Gathering will be announced later.

Vern Rhoden

Jon Paul Nelson, 56, died September 4, 2020. He was born January 29, 1964 to G.G. and Helen (Soukup) Nelson. He married Karla Bronson on August 4, 2015.

Survivors include his wife, Karla; daughter, Jessica Roy (Josh); son, Brian Nelson; sisters, Mary Wheeler (Phil), Nancy Thomas (Joe), Jo Nelson; brothers, Alan Nelson(Jeanne), Mark Nelson(Donnita), Olin Nelson; grandchildren, Zayne, Dalton, Jacey, Destiny and Kamaron; along with many other family and friends.

Jon worked at PKM Steel for 25 years, he enjoyed K-State football, and collecting John Deere tractors.&nbsp; He farmed all of his life.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at the Bennington Cemetery, Bennington, Kansas. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Wilson Family Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Tammy Walker Cancer Center or American Diabetes Association. Memorials may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp; P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

The family requests you attend the service in your favorite K-State attire and asks that you observe masks and social distancing at graveside.

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 </figure>Jon Paul Nelson, 56, died September 4, 2020. He was born January 29, 1964 to G.G. and Helen (Soukup) Nelson. He married Karla Bronson on August 4, 2015.Survivors include his wife, Karla; daughter, Jessica Roy (Josh); son, Brian Nelson; sisters, Mary Wheeler (Phil), Nancy Thomas (Joe), Jo Nelson; brothers, Alan Nelson(Jeanne), Mark Nelson(Donnita), Olin Nelson; grandchildren, Zayne, Dalton, Jacey, Destiny and Kamaron; along with many other family and friends.Jon worked at PKM Steel for 25 years, he enjoyed K-State football, and collecting John Deere tractors.&nbsp; He farmed all of his life.Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at the Bennington Cemetery, Bennington, Kansas. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Wilson Family Funeral Home.Memorials may be made to Tammy Walker Cancer Center or American Diabetes Association. Memorials may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp; P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.The family requests you attend the service in your favorite K-State attire and asks that you observe masks and social distancing at graveside.

Jon Paul Nelson

James "Jim" W. Prochazka, 79, of Atwood, Kansas passed peacefully from 
this life on September 6, 2020, after a courageous battle with cancer. 

Born in McCook, NE to Bertha (Horinek) and Wenceslaus (W.E.) Prochazka 
on November 17, 1940, James was a lifelong resident of Rawlins County, 
KS. He attended elementary school at Queen of Driftwood School in the 
Driftwood Township of Northern Rawlins County, followed by Saint 
Joseph's Military Academy in Hays, KS, graduating with the Class of 
1958. Following a year at Kansas State University, Jim joined the Army 
Reserves in 1960, spending time in Fort Leonard Wood, MO and Fort 
Jackson, SC until his honorable discharge in 1965. He then returned to 
the family farm to pursue his passion of livestock, horses, farming, and
 ranching with his father. With unwavering pride in his community, Jim 
donated his time to many local councils and boards over the years, 
including 4-H Council, Rawlins County Rodeo Association, USD 318 School 
Board, Sacred Heart Catholic Church Parish Council, Rawlins County 
Extension Council, and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. 
On April 16, 1966, Jim married Patricia A. Arnold, daughter of Simon and
 Aldea (Plante) Arnold. Unto their union were born five children: 
Vanessa, Marcus, Valarie, Veanna, and Nicholas. 
Jim's adult years were spent on the farm and cattle feeding operation 
where he would eventually move his family in 1979. Following their 
years on the farm, Jim continued to provide for his family as owner of 
feedlot pen cleaning and excavating businesses, and as an owner operator
 for Landstar Inway for many years. Jim continued to be active into his 
retirement, with a few part-time jobs, none more enjoyable than his time
 spent, and friendships formed at CS Gas Company in Atwood. 
Jim maintained his role as the emotional and spiritual compass for his 
family throughout his life. A proud and dedicated patriarch, his family 
knew everything would be OK when Jim arrived with his calm presence. 
Relationships were important, and those close to Jim never had to 
question his admiration for them, especially his wife, children, and 
grandchildren. Jim was an avid gardening enthusiast and hero to 16 
grandchildren who thought he hung the moon. While generally a man of 
few words, he also cherished visits with family and friends, and, if you
 caught him at the right time, could find yourself in a conversation 
that could last for hours. 
James is preceded in death by parents, Bertha (Horinek) and W.E. 
Prochazka both Atwood, KS. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, 
Patricia (Arnold) Prochazka, Atwood, KS; daughter Vanessa (Doug) Merz, 
Atwood, KS, and their children, Kaitlin, Atwood, KS, Parker, Atwood, KS,
 Ashlynn, Manhattan, KS, and Rileyanne, Atwood, KS; son Marcus 
(Danielle) Prochazka, Greeley, CO and their daughters, Arianne and 
Gracie, Loveland, CO; daughter Valarie (Andy) Grollmes, Minden, NE and 
their sons, Luke, Landon and Logan, Minden, NE; daughter Veanna (Mitch)
 Loucks, Salina, KS, and their children, Avery, Annalise, Aiden, Brody 
and Breckyn, Salina, KS; son Nicholas (Karen) Prochazka, Colby, KS and 
their daughters, Annica and Olivia, Colby, KS; sisters, Mary Jane 
(Butch) Mires, McCook, NE, and Janet (the late Mick) Krahe, Topeka, KS; 
many nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. 
Visitation will be 12:00 - 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, then 5:00- 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic
 Church, Atwood, followed by Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m. 
in the church. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 
10th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Atwood with burial to follow in 
Mount Calvary Cemetery, Atwood. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the family
 strongly encourages the use of face coverings and social distancing as 
appropriate. 
Memorials in Jim’s honor can be made to the James W. Prochazka Memorial 
Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701.
 For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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this life on September 6, 2020, after a courageous battle with cancer. 
Born in McCook, NE to Bertha (Horinek) and Wenceslaus (W.E.) Prochazka 
on November 17, 1940, James was a lifelong resident of Rawlins County, 
KS. He attended elementary school at Queen of Driftwood School in the 
Driftwood Township of Northern Rawlins County, followed by Saint 
Joseph's Military Academy in Hays, KS, graduating with the Class of 
1958. Following a year at Kansas State University, Jim joined the Army 
Reserves in 1960, spending time in Fort Leonard Wood, MO and Fort 
Jackson, SC until his honorable discharge in 1965. He then returned to 
the family farm to pursue his passion of livestock, horses, farming, and
 ranching with his father. With unwavering pride in his community, Jim 
donated his time to many local councils and boards over the years, 
including 4-H Council, Rawlins County Rodeo Association, USD 318 School 
Board, Sacred Heart Catholic Church Parish Council, Rawlins County 
Extension Council, and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. 
On April 16, 1966, Jim married Patricia A. Arnold, daughter of Simon and
 Aldea (Plante) Arnold. Unto their union were born five children: 
Vanessa, Marcus, Valarie, Veanna, and Nicholas. 
Jim's adult years were spent on the farm and cattle feeding operation 
where he would eventually move his family in 1979. Following their 
years on the farm, Jim continued to provide for his family as owner of 
feedlot pen cleaning and excavating businesses, and as an owner operator
 for Landstar Inway for many years. Jim continued to be active into his 
retirement, with a few part-time jobs, none more enjoyable than his time
 spent, and friendships formed at CS Gas Company in Atwood. 
Jim maintained his role as the emotional and spiritual compass for his 
family throughout his life. A proud and dedicated patriarch, his family 
knew everything would be OK when Jim arrived with his calm presence. 
Relationships were important, and those close to Jim never had to 
question his admiration for them, especially his wife, children, and 
grandchildren. Jim was an avid gardening enthusiast and hero to 16 
grandchildren who thought he hung the moon. While generally a man of 
few words, he also cherished visits with family and friends, and, if you
 caught him at the right time, could find yourself in a conversation 
that could last for hours. 
James is preceded in death by parents, Bertha (Horinek) and W.E. 
Prochazka both Atwood, KS. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, 
Patricia (Arnold) Prochazka, Atwood, KS; daughter Vanessa (Doug) Merz, 
Atwood, KS, and their children, Kaitlin, Atwood, KS, Parker, Atwood, KS,
 Ashlynn, Manhattan, KS, and Rileyanne, Atwood, KS; son Marcus 
(Danielle) Prochazka, Greeley, CO and their daughters, Arianne and 
Gracie, Loveland, CO; daughter Valarie (Andy) Grollmes, Minden, NE and 
their sons, Luke, Landon and Logan, Minden, NE; daughter Veanna (Mitch)
 Loucks, Salina, KS, and their children, Avery, Annalise, Aiden, Brody 
and Breckyn, Salina, KS; son Nicholas (Karen) Prochazka, Colby, KS and 
their daughters, Annica and Olivia, Colby, KS; sisters, Mary Jane 
(Butch) Mires, McCook, NE, and Janet (the late Mick) Krahe, Topeka, KS; 
many nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. 
Visitation will be 12:00 - 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, then 5:00- 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic
 Church, Atwood, followed by Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m. 
in the church. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 
10th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Atwood with burial to follow in 
Mount Calvary Cemetery, Atwood. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the family
 strongly encourages the use of face coverings and social distancing as 
appropriate. 
Memorials in Jim’s honor can be made to the James W. Prochazka Memorial 
Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701.
 For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

James 'Jim' W. Prochazka

&nbsp; To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service at 10:30 AM on Thursday, Sept. 10, please click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2</a> Betty J. Mowbray, 84, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2020, surrounded by family at The Cedars Healthcare Center. She was the former secretary at Trinity Lutheran Church and secretary to the Superintendent of Schools for U.S.D. #418. Betty was born on January 14, 1936, in Hutchinson, KS, the daughter of Walfred Cornelius and Mabel Florence (Johnson) Briggs. She graduated from Inman High School in 1954. On September 4, 1960, Betty was united in marriage to Duane Mowbray at the Andover Lutheran Church, Windom. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, where she belonged to WELCA and the Altar Guild. Survivors include: her loving husband of 60 years, Duane of the home; two children, Darin Mowbray and wife, Billi, of McPherson, KS and Darla Mowbray of Huntington Beach, CA; a sister, Vivian Smith and husband, Howard, of McPherson, KS; three grandchildren, Seth Mowbray (Catherine), Samantha Reitsma (Chance), and Danielle Leiker; and three great-grandchildren, Lillyth Huff, Emery Huff, and Averi Reitsma. She was preceded in death by her parents, half-brother, Hersal Briggs, and half-sister, Opal Racster. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, September 10, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2</a> Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service at 10:30 AM on Thursday, Sept. 10, please click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2</a> Betty J. Mowbray, 84, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2020, surrounded by family at The Cedars Healthcare Center. She was the former secretary at Trinity Lutheran Church and secretary to the Superintendent of Schools for U.S.D. #418. Betty was born on January 14, 1936, in Hutchinson, KS, the daughter of Walfred Cornelius and Mabel Florence (Johnson) Briggs. She graduated from Inman High School in 1954. On September 4, 1960, Betty was united in marriage to Duane Mowbray at the Andover Lutheran Church, Windom. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, where she belonged to WELCA and the Altar Guild. Survivors include: her loving husband of 60 years, Duane of the home; two children, Darin Mowbray and wife, Billi, of McPherson, KS and Darla Mowbray of Huntington Beach, CA; a sister, Vivian Smith and husband, Howard, of McPherson, KS; three grandchildren, Seth Mowbray (Catherine), Samantha Reitsma (Chance), and Danielle Leiker; and three great-grandchildren, Lillyth Huff, Emery Huff, and Averi Reitsma. She was preceded in death by her parents, half-brother, Hersal Briggs, and half-sister, Opal Racster. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, September 10, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery. To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-mowbray-funeral-service-effszlr6dfjizwmiyse2</a> Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty J. Mowbray

&nbsp; To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service at 10:30 AM, Saturday, Sept. 12, please click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38</a> Betty Loucille (Winter) Brewer, daughter of Fred J. and Ellen Carrie (Kasper) Winter, was born October 27, 1935, on the family farm in Lehigh, Kansas. She was one of seven children born to the Winter family and left school after proudly graduating from 8th grade in 1951. Betty was encouraged through her faith everyday as a baptized child of God on May 2, 1943, and confirmed June 4, 1950, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lehigh, Kansas. Then off to work Betty went at the age of 15 until she retired at 79. Some of the many hats she wore were: Counter Girl at Duckwall’s, Live-In Nanny, Factory Worker (Hehr Midwest, Rolldex Windows, Kit, Certain-Teed &amp; Hesston Corp.), Betty’s Day Care, cleaning for the YMCA, the Courthouse and many McPherson households; along with her crossing guard position at Elm &amp; First for 31 years. On Sunday, April 29, 1956, she was united marriage to Keith L. Brewer at the Mennonite Church in Lehigh, KS at 7:30 PM. During their early marriage years, Keith served in the Army for two years in Germany. Once back in the states, they traveled with Samson’s Construction out of Alexander, KS as Keith worked building grain elevators. They moved around from Florence to Newton when Keith ran mail routes, before finally settling in McPherson, KS in 1961 after Pamala was born in their little camper. They lived in the camper in the trailer park until purchasing the family home built by Betty’s Grandpa Kasper in 1964. This union was additionally blessed with David (1965), Christopher (1967) and Matthew (1968). Betty entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, September 4, 2020, at Pine Village in Moundridge, KS. She was eighty-four. Survivors include: one daughter, Pam Axelson and husband, Jeff, of McPherson, KS; three sons, David Brewer and wife, Lisa, of Galva, KS, Chris Brewer and wife, Karen, of Surprise, AZ ,and Matthew Brewer of Topeka, KS; two brothers-in-law, Elmer Gooding of Tempe, AZ and Larry “Chip” Tector of Galva, KS; a sister-in-law, Mary Winter of McPherson, KS; eight grandchildren, Marissa, Miranda, Brooke, Nataleah, Nicole, Ashton, Courtney &amp; Logan, three great-grandchildren, Aaliyah, Levi &amp; Myleigh; and several nieces and nephews. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband, five sisters, Virginia Schulz, Lois Lake, Wilma Schroeder, Joyce Gooding and Mary Tector, a brother, Glenn Winter, and nieces, Deb Williams and Julie Lake. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Chaplain Ginger Seeber officiating. Burial will follow at Lehigh Mennonite Cemetery. To view a livestream broadcast of the service, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38</a> Memorial donations may be given to McPherson Meals on Wheels or Pine Village in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service at 10:30 AM, Saturday, Sept. 12, please click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38</a> Betty Loucille (Winter) Brewer, daughter of Fred J. and Ellen Carrie (Kasper) Winter, was born October 27, 1935, on the family farm in Lehigh, Kansas. She was one of seven children born to the Winter family and left school after proudly graduating from 8th grade in 1951. Betty was encouraged through her faith everyday as a baptized child of God on May 2, 1943, and confirmed June 4, 1950, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lehigh, Kansas. Then off to work Betty went at the age of 15 until she retired at 79. Some of the many hats she wore were: Counter Girl at Duckwall’s, Live-In Nanny, Factory Worker (Hehr Midwest, Rolldex Windows, Kit, Certain-Teed &amp; Hesston Corp.), Betty’s Day Care, cleaning for the YMCA, the Courthouse and many McPherson households; along with her crossing guard position at Elm &amp; First for 31 years. On Sunday, April 29, 1956, she was united marriage to Keith L. Brewer at the Mennonite Church in Lehigh, KS at 7:30 PM. During their early marriage years, Keith served in the Army for two years in Germany. Once back in the states, they traveled with Samson’s Construction out of Alexander, KS as Keith worked building grain elevators. They moved around from Florence to Newton when Keith ran mail routes, before finally settling in McPherson, KS in 1961 after Pamala was born in their little camper. They lived in the camper in the trailer park until purchasing the family home built by Betty’s Grandpa Kasper in 1964. This union was additionally blessed with David (1965), Christopher (1967) and Matthew (1968). Betty entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, September 4, 2020, at Pine Village in Moundridge, KS. She was eighty-four. Survivors include: one daughter, Pam Axelson and husband, Jeff, of McPherson, KS; three sons, David Brewer and wife, Lisa, of Galva, KS, Chris Brewer and wife, Karen, of Surprise, AZ ,and Matthew Brewer of Topeka, KS; two brothers-in-law, Elmer Gooding of Tempe, AZ and Larry “Chip” Tector of Galva, KS; a sister-in-law, Mary Winter of McPherson, KS; eight grandchildren, Marissa, Miranda, Brooke, Nataleah, Nicole, Ashton, Courtney &amp; Logan, three great-grandchildren, Aaliyah, Levi &amp; Myleigh; and several nieces and nephews. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband, five sisters, Virginia Schulz, Lois Lake, Wilma Schroeder, Joyce Gooding and Mary Tector, a brother, Glenn Winter, and nieces, Deb Williams and Julie Lake. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Chaplain Ginger Seeber officiating. Burial will follow at Lehigh Mennonite Cemetery. To view a livestream broadcast of the service, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/betty-brewer-funeral-service-sr3cawdlcyy7efvbnt38</a> Memorial donations may be given to McPherson Meals on Wheels or Pine Village in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty Loucille (Winter) Brewer

Lawrence “Shorty" Choitz, 90, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020 in Wilson. He was born December 4, 1929 in Ellsworth to Emil and Dorothea “Dora” Choitz.

Shorty was a lifetime resident of Ellsworth County where he and Walter Schwerdtfeger were co-owners of A-1 Welding, which Shorty operated for over 50 years. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Shorty married Erma J. Choitz in Emporia, KS on December 26, 1955. The Lord blessed them with 3 healthy children.

Shorty never met a person he didn’t like, which sometimes got him into some interesting situations both good and not so good. He made new lifelong friends from other states or interesting characters off interstate 70, never to be seen again. He always felt like he needed to be working no matter what his age. From helping his parents at a young age to raise his younger siblings to hiring out to various neighbors in his teens to support himself, save money and send cash home to his mom to help her keep food on the table. After his time in Korea, he came back to Ellsworth, helped his mom with the farm, and started working at A-1 Welding for Wheeler Cornwell. He met Erma at the skating rink in Ellsworth and started dating her till they married. He later purchased the welding shop with his brother Harry and cousin Walter. He operated it until he could no longer physically do it. He would work at the shop all day and then sneak out to the country to run the tractor one more time or check the cattle just to see that new baby calf that might need some help out there on the farm. He loved getting in the car going for drives just to see what the rest of the world was doing and enjoyed traveling and camping. Erma had trouble getting him to leave work to go on vacation and then he was never ready to return home when she needed to get back to work. He came from the generation where your word was your bond and he trusted everyone.

Shorty is survived by his wife, Erma of Ellsworth; daughter, Mary Meier (Randy) of Lincoln; son, Bob Choitz (Megan) of Ellsworth; grandchildren, Derek Meier, Michelle Hair (Michael), and Gunner Choitz; great grandchildren, Dane and Grant Meier, and Lyle, Elisa and Ian Hair; and brothers, Emil Choitz, Jr. (Arlene) of Ellsworth and Ralph Choitz (Evelyn) of Ellsworth.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Larry Choitz; infant daughter, Rita Kay Choitz; brothers, Edward, Norman, Gilbert, George, Harry, Carl and Frank Choitz; and sisters, Ruth Williams and Mabel Anschutz.

Visitation:1-8 p.m., Friday, September 11, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

Graveside service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 12, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, rural Ellsworth.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Lawrence “Shorty" Choitz, 90, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020 in Wilson. He was born December 4, 1929 in Ellsworth to Emil and Dorothea “Dora” Choitz.Shorty was a lifetime resident of Ellsworth County where he and Walter Schwerdtfeger were co-owners of A-1 Welding, which Shorty operated for over 50 years. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Shorty married Erma J. Choitz in Emporia, KS on December 26, 1955. The Lord blessed them with 3 healthy children.Shorty never met a person he didn’t like, which sometimes got him into some interesting situations both good and not so good. He made new lifelong friends from other states or interesting characters off interstate 70, never to be seen again. He always felt like he needed to be working no matter what his age. From helping his parents at a young age to raise his younger siblings to hiring out to various neighbors in his teens to support himself, save money and send cash home to his mom to help her keep food on the table. After his time in Korea, he came back to Ellsworth, helped his mom with the farm, and started working at A-1 Welding for Wheeler Cornwell. He met Erma at the skating rink in Ellsworth and started dating her till they married. He later purchased the welding shop with his brother Harry and cousin Walter. He operated it until he could no longer physically do it. He would work at the shop all day and then sneak out to the country to run the tractor one more time or check the cattle just to see that new baby calf that might need some help out there on the farm. He loved getting in the car going for drives just to see what the rest of the world was doing and enjoyed traveling and camping. Erma had trouble getting him to leave work to go on vacation and then he was never ready to return home when she needed to get back to work. He came from the generation where your word was your bond and he trusted everyone.Shorty is survived by his wife, Erma of Ellsworth; daughter, Mary Meier (Randy) of Lincoln; son, Bob Choitz (Megan) of Ellsworth; grandchildren, Derek Meier, Michelle Hair (Michael), and Gunner Choitz; great grandchildren, Dane and Grant Meier, and Lyle, Elisa and Ian Hair; and brothers, Emil Choitz, Jr. (Arlene) of Ellsworth and Ralph Choitz (Evelyn) of Ellsworth.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Larry Choitz; infant daughter, Rita Kay Choitz; brothers, Edward, Norman, Gilbert, George, Harry, Carl and Frank Choitz; and sisters, Ruth Williams and Mabel Anschutz.Visitation:1-8 p.m., Friday, September 11, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.Graveside service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 12, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, rural Ellsworth.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Lawrence “Shorty" Choitz

Roger R. Stuber, age 72, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. He was born on October 23, 1947 in Eureka, Kansas to Virgil and Alice (Moore) Stuber.

Roger joined the U.S. Navy during his senior year of high school.

He married Fran Davison on December 20, 1975. He was a salesman all of his life, working at many different places.

Roger was a member of the American Legion, Albert Pike Organization and the Concordia Country Club where he was an avid golfer.

He is survived by his wife, Fran, Concordia; daughters, Shawnie Sanders, Douglas; Susan Usrey, Lilesville, NC; Shellie Moen, Andover and one son Michael Stuber, Concordia, 13 Grandchild and 8 Great-Grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Alice, and 6 brothers.

It was Roger’s wishes to be cremated and the family will hold a Celebration of Life service at a later date. &nbsp;For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Roger R. Stuber, age 72, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. He was born on October 23, 1947 in Eureka, Kansas to Virgil and Alice (Moore) Stuber.Roger joined the U.S. Navy during his senior year of high school.He married Fran Davison on December 20, 1975. He was a salesman all of his life, working at many different places.Roger was a member of the American Legion, Albert Pike Organization and the Concordia Country Club where he was an avid golfer.He is survived by his wife, Fran, Concordia; daughters, Shawnie Sanders, Douglas; Susan Usrey, Lilesville, NC; Shellie Moen, Andover and one son Michael Stuber, Concordia, 13 Grandchild and 8 Great-Grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Alice, and 6 brothers.It was Roger’s wishes to be cremated and the family will hold a Celebration of Life service at a later date. &nbsp;For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Roger R. Stuber

Leota Fowles 94 died September 5, 2020 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on November 17, 1925 in Clay Center, KS, the daughter of Herman and Anna (Bauer) Friederich.&nbsp; Leota was raised in Clay County and was a Class of 1944 graduate from CCCHS.&nbsp; She married Wallace Fowles on March 20, 1945.&nbsp; They made their home and farmed west of Clay Center.&nbsp; In 1964 they moved their home to Clay Center.&nbsp; Leota owned and operated Fowles Fabrics from 1971 to 1992.&nbsp; Wallace preceded her in death on July 17, 2003.&nbsp; She was a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church and the Stillwater Livewire club.&nbsp; Leota was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Coleen Terry; sisters, Anita Friederich, Gladys Trumpp and Wilma Trumpp; brother, Armin Friederich

Daughter: Leanna and husband Roy Hedman, Colorado Springs, CO

Daughter: Dixie and husband Doyle Jones, Manhattan, KS

Son: Brad and wife Gloria Fowles, Clay Center, KS

10 Grandchildren, 12 Great-grandchildren &amp; 2 Great-great-granddaughters

Brother in Law: Harold Trumpp of Leonardville, KS

Funeral Services: Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 10:30 AM at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, rural Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; For those unable to attend, the service will livestream at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome

Burial: Ebenezer Cemetery, Clay County, Kansas

Visitation: Wednesday, September&nbsp;9, from 4-6 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; Meadowlark Hospice or Lighthouse for Christ c/o the funeral home

Leota Fowles 94 died September 5, 2020 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on November 17, 1925 in Clay Center, KS, the daughter of Herman and Anna (Bauer) Friederich.&nbsp; Leota was raised in Clay County and was a Class of 1944 graduate from CCCHS.&nbsp; She married Wallace Fowles on March 20, 1945.&nbsp; They made their home and farmed west of Clay Center.&nbsp; In 1964 they moved their home to Clay Center.&nbsp; Leota owned and operated Fowles Fabrics from 1971 to 1992.&nbsp; Wallace preceded her in death on July 17, 2003.&nbsp; She was a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church and the Stillwater Livewire club.&nbsp; Leota was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Coleen Terry; sisters, Anita Friederich, Gladys Trumpp and Wilma Trumpp; brother, Armin FriederichSurvivors:Daughter: Leanna and husband Roy Hedman, Colorado Springs, CODaughter: Terri Russell, Chanhassen, MNDaughter: Dixie and husband Doyle Jones, Manhattan, KSSon: Brad and wife Gloria Fowles, Clay Center, KS10 Grandchildren, 12 Great-grandchildren &amp; 2 Great-great-granddaughtersBrother in Law: Harold Trumpp of Leonardville, KSFuneral Services: Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 10:30 AM at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, rural Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; For those unable to attend, the service will livestream at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhomeMinister: Pastor Lillian FlegelBurial: Ebenezer Cemetery, Clay County, KansasVisitation: Wednesday, September&nbsp;9, from 4-6 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; Meadowlark Hospice or Lighthouse for Christ c/o the funeral home

Leota Fowles

Laura Riddell Patterson passed away on September 5, 2020. She was born on February 1, 1963 in Iowa City, Iowa. She graduated from Warrensburg High School in 1982 and moved to Concordia, Kansas in 1986.

Laura was a lover of many things. She loved Star Trek and Star Wars, along with the Lord of the Rings, the British Royal Family, Michael Jackson, animals and most of all purses. She was known to many as the “purse lady” and enjoyed going to garage sales in search of one or many for her collection.

She is survived by her mother, Joyce and sister, Audrey (Joe) Pilsl of Marysville, 3 nephews and a niece, and a conservator, Kathy Kirchoff, Beloit. All of whom she adored.

She was preceded in death by her father, Frank and partner, Robert Clark.

It was Laura’s wishes to be cremated and memorial graveside services will be at 10:30 AM at Sulphur Springs Cemetery, Rural Miltonvale with Fr. Greg Dall officiating.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Angel Square Nursing Home, 125 E. 6ths St, Concordia, KS 66901, in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.&nbsp;

Laura Riddell Patterson passed away on September 5, 2020. She was born on February 1, 1963 in Iowa City, Iowa. She graduated from Warrensburg High School in 1982 and moved to Concordia, Kansas in 1986.Laura was a lover of many things. She loved Star Trek and Star Wars, along with the Lord of the Rings, the British Royal Family, Michael Jackson, animals and most of all purses. She was known to many as the “purse lady” and enjoyed going to garage sales in search of one or many for her collection.She is survived by her mother, Joyce and sister, Audrey (Joe) Pilsl of Marysville, 3 nephews and a niece, and a conservator, Kathy Kirchoff, Beloit. All of whom she adored.She was preceded in death by her father, Frank and partner, Robert Clark.It was Laura’s wishes to be cremated and memorial graveside services will be at 10:30 AM at Sulphur Springs Cemetery, Rural Miltonvale with Fr. Greg Dall officiating.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Angel Square Nursing Home, 125 E. 6ths St, Concordia, KS 66901, in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.&nbsp;

Laura Riddell Patterson

&nbsp; Shelby Littrell, Jr., 68, of McPherson, Kansas passed away at 2:47 p.m., Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 while in the company of family members at Ascension Medical Group Via Christi, Wichita, Kansas. Shelby was born in Coffeyville, Kansas on July 19, 1952, a son of Eva Ann (Smith) and George Shelby Littrell, Sr. Shelby attended the Lehigh grade school, Lehigh, Kansas and Hillsboro High School, Hillsboro, Kansas. George Shelby Littrell, Jr. was united in marriage to Roxanne Thompson on July 21, 1973 in Wichita, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of two sons, Jeremy and Jarod. Shelby Littrell was united in marriage to Joelyn Schroeder on May 29, 1982 in McPherson, Kansas. Through the years Shelby worked in the oil fields as a roughneck, worked in construction, worked maintenance for PizzaCo, and worked for Wutcherstep Farms. Shelby was a member of the Jaycees, McPherson, Kansas; Elk's Club and Eagles Club of Lake Havasu, Arizona. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, going to his grand kids sporting events, and spending time with his family and friends. Some of his favorite hangouts were the Play Pen, V.F.W., Peppy Partridge, Turkey Creek, Neighbors Cafe, Dairy Queen, to name a few. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over thirty-eight years, Jo Littrell, of McPherson, Kansas; his sons, Jeremy Littrell and wife Jenny, of Osage City, Kansas and Jarod Littrell and wife Tracy, of Canton, Kansas; his sisters, Jane Duerksen and husband Gerald, of Abilene, Kansas, Ann Cooper and husband Roger, of Independence, Missouri, and Sharon Dies, of Lehigh, Kansas; his six grandchildren, Kaden Littrell (Celeste), Kaylee Littrell (Reed), Weston Littrell, Keaton Littrell, Wyatt Littrell, and Brody Littrell; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Shelby was preceded in death by his parents, Eva Ann and George Shelby Littrell, Sr. A Celebration of Life and Come and Go will be held at Schroeder's Pond (2129 12th Avenue) from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 12th, 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Giving Hope Cancer Fund or the V.F.W. Post 2715 or and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Shelby Littrell, Jr., 68, of McPherson, Kansas passed away at 2:47 p.m., Thursday, September 3rd, 2020 while in the company of family members at Ascension Medical Group Via Christi, Wichita, Kansas. Shelby was born in Coffeyville, Kansas on July 19, 1952, a son of Eva Ann (Smith) and George Shelby Littrell, Sr. Shelby attended the Lehigh grade school, Lehigh, Kansas and Hillsboro High School, Hillsboro, Kansas. George Shelby Littrell, Jr. was united in marriage to Roxanne Thompson on July 21, 1973 in Wichita, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of two sons, Jeremy and Jarod. Shelby Littrell was united in marriage to Joelyn Schroeder on May 29, 1982 in McPherson, Kansas. Through the years Shelby worked in the oil fields as a roughneck, worked in construction, worked maintenance for PizzaCo, and worked for Wutcherstep Farms. Shelby was a member of the Jaycees, McPherson, Kansas; Elk's Club and Eagles Club of Lake Havasu, Arizona. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, going to his grand kids sporting events, and spending time with his family and friends. Some of his favorite hangouts were the Play Pen, V.F.W., Peppy Partridge, Turkey Creek, Neighbors Cafe, Dairy Queen, to name a few. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over thirty-eight years, Jo Littrell, of McPherson, Kansas; his sons, Jeremy Littrell and wife Jenny, of Osage City, Kansas and Jarod Littrell and wife Tracy, of Canton, Kansas; his sisters, Jane Duerksen and husband Gerald, of Abilene, Kansas, Ann Cooper and husband Roger, of Independence, Missouri, and Sharon Dies, of Lehigh, Kansas; his six grandchildren, Kaden Littrell (Celeste), Kaylee Littrell (Reed), Weston Littrell, Keaton Littrell, Wyatt Littrell, and Brody Littrell; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Shelby was preceded in death by his parents, Eva Ann and George Shelby Littrell, Sr. A Celebration of Life and Come and Go will be held at Schroeder's Pond (2129 12th Avenue) from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 12th, 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Giving Hope Cancer Fund or the V.F.W. Post 2715 or and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shelby Littrell, Jr.

Yoshiko Stovall, age 83, entered into rest on Friday, September 4, 2020, at her home in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;

She was a High School graduate and then later continued her education to become a seamstress and beautician.

She married John M. Stovall, Jr.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on April 5, 2010.

Yoshiko enjoyed playing bingo at the Legion on Sundays and going to Neighbor To Neighbor.

She is survived by her daughter, Jaymie Fowler, Concordia; Grandchildren: Zackarie Stovall, Tamara Adinolfi and Vincent Adionolfi; and Great-grandchild: Zackarie Stovall, Jr and Dartain Stovall.

It was Yoshiko’s wishes to have been cremated.

A private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to Neighbor To Neighbor, Concordia, KS, in care of the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com.</a>

Yoshiko Stovall, age 83, entered into rest on Friday, September 4, 2020, at her home in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;She was a High School graduate and then later continued her education to become a seamstress and beautician.She married John M. Stovall, Jr.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on April 5, 2010.Yoshiko enjoyed playing bingo at the Legion on Sundays and going to Neighbor To Neighbor.She is survived by her daughter, Jaymie Fowler, Concordia; Grandchildren: Zackarie Stovall, Tamara Adinolfi and Vincent Adionolfi; and Great-grandchild: Zackarie Stovall, Jr and Dartain Stovall.It was Yoshiko’s wishes to have been cremated.A private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to Neighbor To Neighbor, Concordia, KS, in care of the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com.</a>

Yoshiko Stovall

Larry Garrione Jr., 55, Salina, lost his battle with cancer Monday, September 1, 2020.

He is survived by his parents, Larry Garrione Sr. and Karen Rhodenbaugh; wife, Sherry Garrione; daughter, Stephanie; and two grandchildren, Dejanae and Jaxon; brother, Tracy Garrione (Sherry); sisters, Becky Braden (Bill), Stephanie Bell and Serena Heil; and nephews and nieces.

Larry loved to ride his Harley, fish and hunt. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Solomon.

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 </figure>Larry Garrione Jr., 55, Salina, lost his battle with cancer Monday, September 1, 2020.He is survived by his parents, Larry Garrione Sr. and Karen Rhodenbaugh; wife, Sherry Garrione; daughter, Stephanie; and two grandchildren, Dejanae and Jaxon; brother, Tracy Garrione (Sherry); sisters, Becky Braden (Bill), Stephanie Bell and Serena Heil; and nephews and nieces.Larry loved to ride his Harley, fish and hunt. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.Graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Solomon.Memorials may be made to Ryan Mortuary.

Larry Garrione Jr.

Nicholas Joseph Marchand, 79, died September 2, 2020, in Salina, Kansas. He was born February 7, 1941, to Joseph and Ruth Marchand in Salina.

He married Karen Nordman September 6, 1962. They had two children, Michael (Kearney, Nebraska) and Kimberly (Emporia, Kansas).

Nicholas was a surveyor and heavy equipment operator and an avid fan of North Dakota State's football program.

He is survived by his wife, son, daughter, three grandsons, and three great grandchildren.

Private family services will be held. Memorials or donations may be made to Salina Presbyterian Manor or Salina Animal Services in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Nicholas Joseph Marchand, 79, died September 2, 2020, in Salina, Kansas. He was born February 7, 1941, to Joseph and Ruth Marchand in Salina.He married Karen Nordman September 6, 1962. They had two children, Michael (Kearney, Nebraska) and Kimberly (Emporia, Kansas).Nicholas was a surveyor and heavy equipment operator and an avid fan of North Dakota State's football program.He is survived by his wife, son, daughter, three grandsons, and three great grandchildren.Private family services will be held. Memorials or donations may be made to Salina Presbyterian Manor or Salina Animal Services in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Nicholas Joseph Marchand

&nbsp; Donald Lee Wilson, 89, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully with family, Wednesday, September 2nd, 2020. Donald was born in Carlton, Kansas on December 24, 1930, a son of the late Dora (Amann) and Andrew Wilson. On October 27, 1953, Donald married Barbara Greiner in Newkirk, Oklahoma. He served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years and retired from AT&amp;T in 1986. Don enjoyed life to the fullest and never met a stranger. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Wilson; daughters, Debra Boyer (Brian) and Marta Nelson; son, Brad Wilson (Angie) and three grandchildren, Travis Fisher, Anna Nelson, and Jon Nelson. He is preceded in death by 6 sisters and 4 brothers. At Don's request, cremation has been chosen and no services are planned. Donations may be made to Hospice of Salina, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Donald Lee Wilson, 89, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully with family, Wednesday, September 2nd, 2020. Donald was born in Carlton, Kansas on December 24, 1930, a son of the late Dora (Amann) and Andrew Wilson. On October 27, 1953, Donald married Barbara Greiner in Newkirk, Oklahoma. He served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years and retired from AT&amp;T in 1986. Don enjoyed life to the fullest and never met a stranger. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Wilson; daughters, Debra Boyer (Brian) and Marta Nelson; son, Brad Wilson (Angie) and three grandchildren, Travis Fisher, Anna Nelson, and Jon Nelson. He is preceded in death by 6 sisters and 4 brothers. At Don's request, cremation has been chosen and no services are planned. Donations may be made to Hospice of Salina, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Lee Wilson

Marti Jo (Valek) Wilber met her Heavenly Father on September 2, 2020, at the age of 47 years, 11 months, 18 days.&nbsp; She was born September 15, 1972, to Eddie and Marcella (Bouley) Valek.&nbsp;&nbsp; She grew up near Wayne, KS, the youngest of 7 kids (one, Jerry, died at birth).&nbsp; She enjoyed everything about her childhood, working hard alongside her siblings &amp; parents, fishing, hunting, caring for all the critters, cattle shows, harvest, putting bales in the barn by hand (except when Bill chased me with a snake in the hayloft – Bad, Bad Bill!), watching the sunrise and the sunset.&nbsp; She loved the family God put her in with all her heart.

She graduated from Hillcrest in 1991, Cloud County in 1993 (where she participated in Basketball and Track), and also attended K-State for a year (where she worked at Nelson’s Hatchery where she vaccinated thousands of baby chicks daily).&nbsp; In May 1995, she started working at Hillcrest and continued to work for the school system even after consolidation occurred.&nbsp; She continued to work for USD 109 until fighting cancer became her full time job.

Marti married Dan Wilber in September 1995.&nbsp; His playful spirit, ability to fix whatever she broke, and God’s blessing was the glue that bonded them in marriage.&nbsp; They had two children, Cameron and Tobi.&nbsp; It was at this point that Marti relinquished her place on the tractor seat and began grooming her mothering abilities.&nbsp; I have to admit, I never saw myself being a mother, but oh how God blessed me with two bundles of joy!

She still loved the outdoors, and the kids would always be found alongside her in whatever outside activity was happening.&nbsp; When the kids were in trouble, they didn’t have a naughty chair – they would have to do laps around the house.&nbsp; So, yes, you can thank me for being such good runners in H.S. and college.

As the kids grew older, the activities multiplied.&nbsp; If they participated in it, she made a point to attend every activity she could!&nbsp; Of course she missed some due to cancer &amp; West Nile meningitis, but neighbors and friends would always send pictures and videos so she could feel a part of the event.

God, kids, family, cattle, dogs and goats were her passion.&nbsp; She was sprinkled as a child, but baptized by submersion when she was 31.&nbsp; She was an active member of the Central Christian Church, Merry Meadowlarks 4-H Club, and the Kansas Hereford family.

She held such jobs as vaccinating chickens at Nelson Hatchery, scale operator at Cloud County Co-Op, tax prep for FMSI, Hillcrest USD 455 secretary/para/bus driver, and Republic County USD 109 secretary/para/bus driver.&nbsp; Her love for children never ceased.

Marti is preceded in death by her parents, Eddie and Marcella, brothers Jerry and Randy Valek, nephew Jacob Valek, and brother-in-law, James Wilber.

She will be forever remembered by her husband Dan, son Cameron, and daughter Tobi of Belleville. Marti is also survived by her sisters Janis Krob (John) of Cuba, and Nancy Erickson (Glenn) of Maysville, MO; brothers Mick Valek (Donna) of Wayne, and Bill Valek (Resi) of Wayne; sister-in-laws, Becky Lewis (Craig) of Wichita, Charlotte Sullivan (Blake) of Wichita, Susan Thomas (Zach) of Lawrence, KS; her father and mother in law, Charles and Ruth Wilber of Belleville, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 4, 2020, from 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville, where the family will greet friends from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., at the Central Christian Church in Belleville, with Pastor Jacob Rice and Pastor Mark Imel officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery, rural Wayne.

Memorials are requested to the Family’s Choice to be designated at a later date, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

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

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 </figure>Marti Jo (Valek) Wilber met her Heavenly Father on September 2, 2020, at the age of 47 years, 11 months, 18 days.&nbsp; She was born September 15, 1972, to Eddie and Marcella (Bouley) Valek.&nbsp;&nbsp; She grew up near Wayne, KS, the youngest of 7 kids (one, Jerry, died at birth).&nbsp; She enjoyed everything about her childhood, working hard alongside her siblings &amp; parents, fishing, hunting, caring for all the critters, cattle shows, harvest, putting bales in the barn by hand (except when Bill chased me with a snake in the hayloft – Bad, Bad Bill!), watching the sunrise and the sunset.&nbsp; She loved the family God put her in with all her heart.She graduated from Hillcrest in 1991, Cloud County in 1993 (where she participated in Basketball and Track), and also attended K-State for a year (where she worked at Nelson’s Hatchery where she vaccinated thousands of baby chicks daily).&nbsp; In May 1995, she started working at Hillcrest and continued to work for the school system even after consolidation occurred.&nbsp; She continued to work for USD 109 until fighting cancer became her full time job.Marti married Dan Wilber in September 1995.&nbsp; His playful spirit, ability to fix whatever she broke, and God’s blessing was the glue that bonded them in marriage.&nbsp; They had two children, Cameron and Tobi.&nbsp; It was at this point that Marti relinquished her place on the tractor seat and began grooming her mothering abilities.&nbsp; I have to admit, I never saw myself being a mother, but oh how God blessed me with two bundles of joy!She still loved the outdoors, and the kids would always be found alongside her in whatever outside activity was happening.&nbsp; When the kids were in trouble, they didn’t have a naughty chair – they would have to do laps around the house.&nbsp; So, yes, you can thank me for being such good runners in H.S. and college.As the kids grew older, the activities multiplied.&nbsp; If they participated in it, she made a point to attend every activity she could!&nbsp; Of course she missed some due to cancer &amp; West Nile meningitis, but neighbors and friends would always send pictures and videos so she could feel a part of the event.God, kids, family, cattle, dogs and goats were her passion.&nbsp; She was sprinkled as a child, but baptized by submersion when she was 31.&nbsp; She was an active member of the Central Christian Church, Merry Meadowlarks 4-H Club, and the Kansas Hereford family.She held such jobs as vaccinating chickens at Nelson Hatchery, scale operator at Cloud County Co-Op, tax prep for FMSI, Hillcrest USD 455 secretary/para/bus driver, and Republic County USD 109 secretary/para/bus driver.&nbsp; Her love for children never ceased.Marti is preceded in death by her parents, Eddie and Marcella, brothers Jerry and Randy Valek, nephew Jacob Valek, and brother-in-law, James Wilber.She will be forever remembered by her husband Dan, son Cameron, and daughter Tobi of Belleville. Marti is also survived by her sisters Janis Krob (John) of Cuba, and Nancy Erickson (Glenn) of Maysville, MO; brothers Mick Valek (Donna) of Wayne, and Bill Valek (Resi) of Wayne; sister-in-laws, Becky Lewis (Craig) of Wichita, Charlotte Sullivan (Blake) of Wichita, Susan Thomas (Zach) of Lawrence, KS; her father and mother in law, Charles and Ruth Wilber of Belleville, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.Visitation will be held on Friday, September 4, 2020, from 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville, where the family will greet friends from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., at the Central Christian Church in Belleville, with Pastor Jacob Rice and Pastor Mark Imel officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery, rural Wayne.Memorials are requested to the Family’s Choice to be designated at a later date, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home of Belleville assisted the Wilber family with these arrangements, www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com

Marti Jo (Valek) Wilber

Jon R. Snapp, 49, of Belleville, KS, passed away on September 1, 2020 at Republic County Hospital, Belleville, KS. Jon was born March 28, 1971 in Manhattan, KS the son of Lawrence B. Coleman, Jr., and Dianna K. (Trzicky) Snapp. Lawrence was killed in Vietnam when Jon was 4 months old and was later adopted by Thomas J. Snapp when he was 6 years old.

Jon grew up in Belleville and graduated from Belleville High School in 1989. He then attended Arizona Automotive Institute where he received degrees in diesel mechanics and automotive technology. Jon worked for Ken-Boy Motors in Hebron, NE until 1998 as a service manager and mechanic. He then owned and operated Snapp’s Service on Highway 36 in Belleville with his wife Karen for 6 years. Jon then began working for Melton Motors and was still employed there up until his cancer diagnosis. In addition to being an ASE Certified Mechanic, he was a General Motors Master Technician. In 2007, Jon was named a World Class Technician, a highly prestigious award from General Motors.

On June 27, 1993, he was united in marriage to Karen Morrissey. In 1995, Jon (at only 24 yrs. old) and Karen graciously adopted three teenage children: Jeremy, Shannon, and Amy.

Jon was an Eagle Scout and a member of the First United Methodist Church, Belleville, KS. He was a musician and played drums in the high school band. Jon was a self-taught craftsman. He had an amazing ability to repair or build any project you placed before him. He enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and in the great outdoors.

Jon was preceded in death by his biological Father, Lawrence B. Coleman, Jr; his grandparents, George &amp; Jane Trzicky and Bill &amp; Wilma Snapp; and his Father-in-Law, William Morrissey.

He is survived by his wife, Karen Snapp of Belleville, KS; Children, Jeremy R. Snapp of Marquette, KS, Dr. Shannon (Randall) Snapp of San Francisco, California, and Amy Michelle Frank of Austin, Texas; three grandchildren, Emilie Snapp, Lily Frank, and Ronan Fleming; Parents, Tom and Dianna Snapp of Belleville, KS; one Brother, Jeremy J. (Gretta) Snapp of Belleville, KS; Sister-in-law, Kathy (Mark) Jarvey of Chino, California; Brother-in-law, James (Tanya) Morrissey of Kansas City, MO; Mother-in-law, Neomia Morrissey of Belleville, KS; niece and nephew, Frankie &amp; Farmer Snapp; other nieces /nephews &amp; relatives; and his puppies, Maycee Mae and Lucy Lou.

Cremation was selected. Celebration of Life Services for family and friends and family inurnment services will be held at a later date to be announced.

Memorials are suggested to the Jon R. Snapp Memorial.

Online condolences and information at www.bachelor-surber.com

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

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 </figure>Jon R. Snapp, 49, of Belleville, KS, passed away on September 1, 2020 at Republic County Hospital, Belleville, KS. Jon was born March 28, 1971 in Manhattan, KS the son of Lawrence B. Coleman, Jr., and Dianna K. (Trzicky) Snapp. Lawrence was killed in Vietnam when Jon was 4 months old and was later adopted by Thomas J. Snapp when he was 6 years old.Jon grew up in Belleville and graduated from Belleville High School in 1989. He then attended Arizona Automotive Institute where he received degrees in diesel mechanics and automotive technology. Jon worked for Ken-Boy Motors in Hebron, NE until 1998 as a service manager and mechanic. He then owned and operated Snapp’s Service on Highway 36 in Belleville with his wife Karen for 6 years. Jon then began working for Melton Motors and was still employed there up until his cancer diagnosis. In addition to being an ASE Certified Mechanic, he was a General Motors Master Technician. In 2007, Jon was named a World Class Technician, a highly prestigious award from General Motors.On June 27, 1993, he was united in marriage to Karen Morrissey. In 1995, Jon (at only 24 yrs. old) and Karen graciously adopted three teenage children: Jeremy, Shannon, and Amy.Jon was an Eagle Scout and a member of the First United Methodist Church, Belleville, KS. He was a musician and played drums in the high school band. Jon was a self-taught craftsman. He had an amazing ability to repair or build any project you placed before him. He enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and in the great outdoors.Jon was preceded in death by his biological Father, Lawrence B. Coleman, Jr; his grandparents, George &amp; Jane Trzicky and Bill &amp; Wilma Snapp; and his Father-in-Law, William Morrissey.He is survived by his wife, Karen Snapp of Belleville, KS; Children, Jeremy R. Snapp of Marquette, KS, Dr. Shannon (Randall) Snapp of San Francisco, California, and Amy Michelle Frank of Austin, Texas; three grandchildren, Emilie Snapp, Lily Frank, and Ronan Fleming; Parents, Tom and Dianna Snapp of Belleville, KS; one Brother, Jeremy J. (Gretta) Snapp of Belleville, KS; Sister-in-law, Kathy (Mark) Jarvey of Chino, California; Brother-in-law, James (Tanya) Morrissey of Kansas City, MO; Mother-in-law, Neomia Morrissey of Belleville, KS; niece and nephew, Frankie &amp; Farmer Snapp; other nieces /nephews &amp; relatives; and his puppies, Maycee Mae and Lucy Lou.Cremation was selected. Celebration of Life Services for family and friends and family inurnment services will be held at a later date to be announced.Memorials are suggested to the Jon R. Snapp Memorial.Online condolences and information at www.bachelor-surber.comBachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS is in charge of the arrangements.

Jon R. Snapp

&nbsp; D. Gene Hill, 86, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 2nd, 2020 while in the company of family members, at his farm rural McPherson. Gene was born at his parents home in Mount Hope, Kansas on December 10, 1933, a son of Callie (Adam) and Glen Benjamin Hill. Gene attended Mount Hope Grade School, and graduated from Mount Hope High School, Mount, Hope, Kansas in 1951. He then attended Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, until he was drafted into the United States Army where he honorably served his Country during the Korean War. After his discharge he enrolled at Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas where he also played football and transferred to Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kansas where continued playing football and graduated. He later received his Masters degree from California State University, Long Beach, California. Gene Hill was united in marriage to Phyllis O'Neal on November 22, 1958 at First United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Allen, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of two children, one son and one daughter, Andy and Gwen. The family moved to Great Bend, Kansas for 3 years prior to moving to Santa Ana, California until 1968 when they moved to the McPherson area. He was a member of First United Methodist Church McPherson, Kansas where he was a member of the Methodist Men and served on the Church Board for 10 years. Gene was a farmer and was a Industrial Arts and Science school teacher and started teaching at the first consolidated school in Kansas located at Allen, Kansas, taught at Great Bend Middle School and coached football and track, taught at Santa Anna McFadden High School and Willard Middle School in Santa Anna, California; and taught at McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas. After his retirement he was a substitute teacher at several schools. He also ran for Kansas State Legislator in 1982/1983. Gene also managed a wheat farm in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia for several years. Gene was a member of the American Legion Post 24, Lions Club International McPherson, Mount Hope Masonic Lodge, Mount Hope, Kansas, and the Hutchinson Antique Tractor Club, Hutchinson, Kansas. He loved his family, farming, his old cars and antique tractors. He also enjoyed traveling, reading, teaching, was great at working with his hands and made many pieces of furniture and other woodworking pieces for his family. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 61 years, Phyllis Hill, of McPherson, Kansas; his children, Andy Hill and wife Kathy, of McPherson, Kansas and Gwen Hill-Czirjak and husband James, of Nashville, Tennessee; his favorite grandson, Austin Benjamin Czirjak; other relatives and a host of students and friends. Gene was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, an infant, Garland and Bobby Wayne Hill. Visitation will be held on Tuesday September 8, 2020 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson. The funeral service will be held at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9th, 2020 with Pastor Emily Cannon and Pastor Phillip Clay officiating. Final resting place will be at the Hill Family Farm McPherson, Kansas. Military honors will be presented by members of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Antique Tractor Club of Hutchinson or the American Legion Post 24, McPherson and they are to be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid, McPherson, Kansas 67460&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; D. Gene Hill, 86, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 2nd, 2020 while in the company of family members, at his farm rural McPherson. Gene was born at his parents home in Mount Hope, Kansas on December 10, 1933, a son of Callie (Adam) and Glen Benjamin Hill. Gene attended Mount Hope Grade School, and graduated from Mount Hope High School, Mount, Hope, Kansas in 1951. He then attended Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, until he was drafted into the United States Army where he honorably served his Country during the Korean War. After his discharge he enrolled at Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas where he also played football and transferred to Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kansas where continued playing football and graduated. He later received his Masters degree from California State University, Long Beach, California. Gene Hill was united in marriage to Phyllis O'Neal on November 22, 1958 at First United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Allen, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of two children, one son and one daughter, Andy and Gwen. The family moved to Great Bend, Kansas for 3 years prior to moving to Santa Ana, California until 1968 when they moved to the McPherson area. He was a member of First United Methodist Church McPherson, Kansas where he was a member of the Methodist Men and served on the Church Board for 10 years. Gene was a farmer and was a Industrial Arts and Science school teacher and started teaching at the first consolidated school in Kansas located at Allen, Kansas, taught at Great Bend Middle School and coached football and track, taught at Santa Anna McFadden High School and Willard Middle School in Santa Anna, California; and taught at McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas. After his retirement he was a substitute teacher at several schools. He also ran for Kansas State Legislator in 1982/1983. Gene also managed a wheat farm in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia for several years. Gene was a member of the American Legion Post 24, Lions Club International McPherson, Mount Hope Masonic Lodge, Mount Hope, Kansas, and the Hutchinson Antique Tractor Club, Hutchinson, Kansas. He loved his family, farming, his old cars and antique tractors. He also enjoyed traveling, reading, teaching, was great at working with his hands and made many pieces of furniture and other woodworking pieces for his family. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 61 years, Phyllis Hill, of McPherson, Kansas; his children, Andy Hill and wife Kathy, of McPherson, Kansas and Gwen Hill-Czirjak and husband James, of Nashville, Tennessee; his favorite grandson, Austin Benjamin Czirjak; other relatives and a host of students and friends. Gene was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, an infant, Garland and Bobby Wayne Hill. Visitation will be held on Tuesday September 8, 2020 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson. The funeral service will be held at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9th, 2020 with Pastor Emily Cannon and Pastor Phillip Clay officiating. Final resting place will be at the Hill Family Farm McPherson, Kansas. Military honors will be presented by members of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Antique Tractor Club of Hutchinson or the American Legion Post 24, McPherson and they are to be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid, McPherson, Kansas 67460&nbsp;&nbsp;

D. Gene Hill

October 12, 1931~September 2, 2020(age 88)

Born October 12, 1931. She left this world peacefully after a long illness on September 2, 2020. Liz and her brother grew up on the family farm in Herrington, Kansas.  Her parents, Louis and Winona Cowman were lifelong residents there.  It was during that time that Liz developed her love of animals, large and small. 

 She had a great love of rodeos and for many years attended the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas with friends from high school and college. 

A great student, she attended Kansas State University and graduated in 1953 with a degree in computer programming. 

 She started her first and ONLY job at Boeing in 1953 until her retirement.  During her time at Boeing, she mentored many young men and women who would later become part of the executive leadership team at Boeing.  In a world where company loyalty is harder to find, she was a successful and proud member of her team until her retirement. 

One of Liz’ great passions were photography.  She also loved gardens and flowers.  For years, her service as a volunteer at Botanica served as her photographic muse and most of Liz’ friends have collections of her beautiful photography on their walls. 

Liz had a particular love of dogs.  Throughout her early life, she bred exhibited Shetland Sheepdogs in Obedience Trials across the Midwest.  She was very successful.  But it was her last Sheltie, Jiggs, that capped off Liz’ years showing dogs.  Jiggs was her most winning dog and finished ‘Best in Trial’ on numerous occasions.  When Jiggs was older and retired from the ring, Liz began her service to the dog fancier community by volunteering her time and knowledge to both the Wichita Dog Training Club and the Wichita Kennel Club. In the late 70’s she became interested in Miniature Poodles, partnering with her longtime friend, Pat Deshler to increase her involvement.  She not only showed Poodles in Obedience, but also became a partner in the breeding and exhibiting of the Deshler line of Miniature Poodles.  She quite enjoyed the experience and it proved to be quite successful—they bred the winning Best of Show at the 1986 Poodle Club of America National Specialty.  She loved those dogs and continued to have miniature poodles as companions until her death. 

In 2005, Liz undertook another volunteer project, helping Beth and Jay Tully launch Cocoa Dolce Chocolates.  In her position of cheerleader, grocery runner and chief taster, she impacted the entire staff with her dry wit, funny expressions and all-around good nature.  When she could no longer physically manage day-to-day activities, she continued to support the growth of Beth’s business until Beth lost the business in 2016. 

Liz is survived by her nephews, Jim Cowman of Kingman, Arizona and Gary Cowman of Griffith, Indiana, as well as hordes of friends from every walk of life.  

For all of those who knew Liz, you know she did not want to be fussed about or over. 

 She chose to forego a funeral and will be buried next to her parents in the Lost Springs Cemetery in Lost Springs, Kansas at a later date.  For anyone that would like to honor Liz and her life, a memorial has been established with the Poodle Club of America Foundation (www.poodleclubofamericafoundation.org) where Liz was a founding member, as well as the Kansas Humane Society (www.kshumane.org). Yazel – Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Liz at www.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure><h2>Elizabeth Helen Cowman</h2>October 12, 1931~September 2, 2020(age 88)Born October 12, 1931. She left this world peacefully after a long illness on September 2, 2020. Liz and her brother grew up on the family farm in Herrington, Kansas. Her parents, Louis and Winona Cowman were lifelong residents there. It was during that time that Liz developed her love of animals, large and small. She had a great love of rodeos and for many years attended the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas with friends from high school and college. A great student, she attended Kansas State University and graduated in 1953 with a degree in computer programming. She started her first and ONLY job at Boeing in 1953 until her retirement. During her time at Boeing, she mentored many young men and women who would later become part of the executive leadership team at Boeing. In a world where company loyalty is harder to find, she was a successful and proud member of her team until her retirement. One of Liz’ great passions were photography. She also loved gardens and flowers. For years, her service as a volunteer at Botanica served as her photographic muse and most of Liz’ friends have collections of her beautiful photography on their walls. Liz had a particular love of dogs. Throughout her early life, she bred exhibited Shetland Sheepdogs in Obedience Trials across the Midwest. She was very successful. But it was her last Sheltie, Jiggs, that capped off Liz’ years showing dogs. Jiggs was her most winning dog and finished ‘Best in Trial’ on numerous occasions. When Jiggs was older and retired from the ring, Liz began her service to the dog fancier community by volunteering her time and knowledge to both the Wichita Dog Training Club and the Wichita Kennel Club. In the late 70’s she became interested in Miniature Poodles, partnering with her longtime friend, Pat Deshler to increase her involvement. She not only showed Poodles in Obedience, but also became a partner in the breeding and exhibiting of the Deshler line of Miniature Poodles. She quite enjoyed the experience and it proved to be quite successful—they bred the winning Best of Show at the 1986 Poodle Club of America National Specialty. She loved those dogs and continued to have miniature poodles as companions until her death. In 2005, Liz undertook another volunteer project, helping Beth and Jay Tully launch Cocoa Dolce Chocolates. In her position of cheerleader, grocery runner and chief taster, she impacted the entire staff with her dry wit, funny expressions and all-around good nature. When she could no longer physically manage day-to-day activities, she continued to support the growth of Beth’s business until Beth lost the business in 2016. Liz is survived by her nephews, Jim Cowman of Kingman, Arizona and Gary Cowman of Griffith, Indiana, as well as hordes of friends from every walk of life. For all of those who knew Liz, you know she did not want to be fussed about or over. She chose to forego a funeral and will be buried next to her parents in the Lost Springs Cemetery in Lost Springs, Kansas at a later date. For anyone that would like to honor Liz and her life, a memorial has been established with the Poodle Club of America Foundation (www.poodleclubofamericafoundation.org) where Liz was a founding member, as well as the Kansas Humane Society (www.kshumane.org). Yazel – Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Liz at www.ymzfh.com.

Elizabeth Helen Cowman

&nbsp; Robert D. Hoffman SR, 92 of Navarre passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born August 11, 1928 in Abilene, the son of Earl and Vera (Poland) Hoffman. 

He attended the local Chapman School District and graduated from DCCHS in 1946. 

On June 8, 1950 he was united in marriage to Mary L Neises in Oxford, Kansas. She preceded him in death June 26, 2012. 

Robert is survived by his sons; Bob Jr and his wife Kay of Hope, Ray and his wife Kathy of Abilene and Rick and his wife Laura of Hope; daughters Kathy Sulzman of Hays and Mary Blackwell of Abilene. Eighteen grandchildren and twenty-six great-grandchildren. Brother-in-laws; John Neises, Dave Black. Sister-in-laws; Reva Hoffman, Betty and husband Maynard Smith, Vivian and husband Truman Ward, Beverly and husband Don Scobee, Leola Neises and Jeannie Nunemaker. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Mary Louise; two grandchildren; Melinda Kay and Seth Lynn Hoffman.

Graveside Services for Robert will be 1:00 PM Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Navarre City Cemetery with Pastor Erik Graefe officiating. Friends may come by Danner Funeral Home anytime Friday from 9AM until 8PM to view and sign the register book and from 9AM until 11AM on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Chapman Athletic Scholarship or to New Basel Church. Memorials may be sent in care of Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Robert D. Hoffman SR, 92 of Navarre passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born August 11, 1928 in Abilene, the son of Earl and Vera (Poland) Hoffman. He attended the local Chapman School District and graduated from DCCHS in 1946. On June 8, 1950 he was united in marriage to Mary L Neises in Oxford, Kansas. She preceded him in death June 26, 2012. He farmed around the Navarre/Hope area. Robert is survived by his sons; Bob Jr and his wife Kay of Hope, Ray and his wife Kathy of Abilene and Rick and his wife Laura of Hope; daughters Kathy Sulzman of Hays and Mary Blackwell of Abilene. Eighteen grandchildren and twenty-six great-grandchildren. Brother-in-laws; John Neises, Dave Black. Sister-in-laws; Reva Hoffman, Betty and husband Maynard Smith, Vivian and husband Truman Ward, Beverly and husband Don Scobee, Leola Neises and Jeannie Nunemaker. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Mary Louise; two grandchildren; Melinda Kay and Seth Lynn Hoffman. Graveside Services for Robert will be 1:00 PM Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Navarre City Cemetery with Pastor Erik Graefe officiating. Friends may come by Danner Funeral Home anytime Friday from 9AM until 8PM to view and sign the register book and from 9AM until 11AM on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Chapman Athletic Scholarship or to New Basel Church. Memorials may be sent in care of Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert D. Hoffman SR

Salina -&nbsp;Larry L. Toothman, 79, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020. He was born November 18, 1940 to Carl E. and Mary O. (Nunn) Toothman in Niles, Kansas. He was a US Marine Veteran. A life member of VFW Post 1432 and DAV Chapter 11 both of Salina.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Toothman, Salina; sons, Steven Turner (Cecelia), Tescott, Wayne Toothman, Lake Charles, LA; daughters, Chelsea Toothman (Christopher), Salina, Cindy Fontenot, Sulphur, LA; sister, Phyllis Turner, New Cambria; dogs, Beau and Bonnie; 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Pauline Crawford and Edgar Toothman; niece, Diana VanDiver.

Visitation, Friday, September 4, 2020 from 4 to 8 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6 to 7 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary. Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, September 5, at Greenville Cemetery, Niles, KS. Family request dress casual. A procession will leave at 10:30 a.m. to the cemetery from Ryan Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the VFW 1432, Salina and sent in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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Salina -&nbsp;Larry L. Toothman, 79, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020. He was born November 18, 1940 to Carl E. and Mary O. (Nunn) Toothman in Niles, Kansas. He was a US Marine Veteran. A life member of VFW Post 1432 and DAV Chapter 11 both of Salina.Survivors include his wife, Barbara Toothman, Salina; sons, Steven Turner (Cecelia), Tescott, Wayne Toothman, Lake Charles, LA; daughters, Chelsea Toothman (Christopher), Salina, Cindy Fontenot, Sulphur, LA; sister, Phyllis Turner, New Cambria; dogs, Beau and Bonnie; 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.Larry was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Pauline Crawford and Edgar Toothman; niece, Diana VanDiver.Visitation, Friday, September 4, 2020 from 4 to 8 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6 to 7 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary. Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, September 5, at Greenville Cemetery, Niles, KS. Family request dress casual. A procession will leave at 10:30 a.m. to the cemetery from Ryan Mortuary.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the VFW 1432, Salina and sent in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Larry L. Toothman

Gale's life began on January 22, 1947, in Beckley, WV.  He was the son of Joseph Thomas Maynor and Jean (Reid) Maynor.  

Gale was a graduate of Valley Center High School and Wichita State University in 1978.  

He worked for Exxon/Mobil from 1971 until 1995.  Gale later went to work for ATT as an IT manager until his retirement in 2005. 

 He was united in marriage to Peggy Schomer on September 18, 1999, in Wichita.  

Gale was a member of Central Christian Church in Wichita, Gideon's International North Camp, and the Hash House Harriers running club when he worked overseas. 

 He enjoyed playing tennis, golf and especially loved his family. 

 His loving family includes his wife Peggy of Wichita; children Mathew ( Bethany) Maynor of Kansas City, MO, Michelle (Richard) Bartlett of Wichita, step-son Jeremy ( Becky) Stover of Wichita, and step-daughter Tara Ritter of Derby; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother Dale (Janice) Maynor of Wichita and Peggy (Ken) Wise, Mathew and Michelle's mother. 

 Gale passed away at his home on August 31, 2020. 

 He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Lynn Maynor. 

 Gale's family will gather with friends on Saturday, September 12th  at 11 a.m. for his memorial service at Central Christian Church, Wichita led by Pastor Darren McClintock.  Memorial contributions in Gale's name may be directed to the Parkinson Foundation of the Plains or Gideon's International North Camp.  Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater is serving the family.  Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Gale at www.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure><h2>Thomas Gale Maynor</h2>1947~2020(age 73)Gale's life began on January 22, 1947, in Beckley, WV. He was the son of Joseph Thomas Maynor and Jean (Reid) Maynor. Gale was a graduate of Valley Center High School and Wichita State University in 1978. He worked for Exxon/Mobil from 1971 until 1995. Gale later went to work for ATT as an IT manager until his retirement in 2005. He was united in marriage to Peggy Schomer on September 18, 1999, in Wichita. Gale was a member of Central Christian Church in Wichita, Gideon's International North Camp, and the Hash House Harriers running club when he worked overseas. He enjoyed playing tennis, golf and especially loved his family. His loving family includes his wife Peggy of Wichita; children Mathew ( Bethany) Maynor of Kansas City, MO, Michelle (Richard) Bartlett of Wichita, step-son Jeremy ( Becky) Stover of Wichita, and step-daughter Tara Ritter of Derby; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother Dale (Janice) Maynor of Wichita and Peggy (Ken) Wise, Mathew and Michelle's mother. Gale passed away at his home on August 31, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Lynn Maynor. Gale's family will gather with friends on Saturday, September 12th at 11 a.m. for his memorial service at Central Christian Church, Wichita led by Pastor Darren McClintock. Memorial contributions in Gale's name may be directed to the Parkinson Foundation of the Plains or Gideon's International North Camp. Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater is serving the family. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Gale at www.ymzfh.com.

Thomas Gale Maynor

&nbsp; Sanford F. Enger, 92 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Abilene Memorial Hospital. He was born August 14, 1928 in Portland, North Dakota, the son of Thorvald and Lena (Heskin) Enger. 

Sanford grew up in the Portland, South Dakota area, attended the local schools and graduated from Portland High School. 

On May 10, 1951 he was united in marriage to Esther Rider in Crookston, MN. She preceded him in death May 19, 2001. 

Sanford served from 1948-1951 in the United States Army. 

He was a machinist and lead foreman at Ershams (CE/ABB). He also ran his own machine shop for 10 years North of Abilene.

Sanford is survived by his Four daughters: Linda Myers (Steven) of Peoria, Illinois; Christine Enger of Abilene; Janice Dester (Steven) of Solomon; Rhonda Keating of Abilene. One son, Bruce Enger of Abilene. Nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Two sisters: Dorothy Homestead and Hazel Holter, and three step-children. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Esther, daughter, Sandra Miller, son-in-law Chuck Keating and daughter-in-law Kelle Enger and four siblings.

Graveside Services for Sanford will be 10:30 A.M., Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 7-8PM at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. Family suggests memorials be given to the First Christian Church of Abilene. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Sanford F. Enger, 92 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Abilene Memorial Hospital. He was born August 14, 1928 in Portland, North Dakota, the son of Thorvald and Lena (Heskin) Enger. Sanford grew up in the Portland, South Dakota area, attended the local schools and graduated from Portland High School. On May 10, 1951 he was united in marriage to Esther Rider in Crookston, MN. She preceded him in death May 19, 2001. Sanford served from 1948-1951 in the United States Army. He was a machinist and lead foreman at Ershams (CE/ABB). He also ran his own machine shop for 10 years North of Abilene. Sanford is survived by his Four daughters: Linda Myers (Steven) of Peoria, Illinois; Christine Enger of Abilene; Janice Dester (Steven) of Solomon; Rhonda Keating of Abilene. One son, Bruce Enger of Abilene. Nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Two sisters: Dorothy Homestead and Hazel Holter, and three step-children. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Esther, daughter, Sandra Miller, son-in-law Chuck Keating and daughter-in-law Kelle Enger and four siblings. Graveside Services for Sanford will be 10:30 A.M., Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 7-8PM at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. Family suggests memorials be given to the First Christian Church of Abilene. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sanford F. Enger

Hillsboro - Jennie Marsh, 89, died September 1, 2020 at Bethesda Home in Goessel. She was born November 18, 1930 in Hillsboro to John and Louise (Claassen) Suderman. 

She married Paul Marsh May 12, 1965 in Bethesda, Maryland. 

Survivors include: husband, Paul Marsh of rural Hillsboro; son, Jon (Sabrina) Marsh of St. Louis, Missouri; daughter, Kellie (Dan) Holoski of Reisterstown, Maryland; sister, Joan Funk of Chicago, Illinois; 4 grandchildren. 

Private family services due to COVID-19. 

Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Hillsboro - Jennie Marsh, 89, died September 1, 2020 at Bethesda Home in Goessel. She was born November 18, 1930 in Hillsboro to John and Louise (Claassen) Suderman. She married Paul Marsh May 12, 1965 in Bethesda, Maryland. She was a homemaker. Survivors include: husband, Paul Marsh of rural Hillsboro; son, Jon (Sabrina) Marsh of St. Louis, Missouri; daughter, Kellie (Dan) Holoski of Reisterstown, Maryland; sister, Joan Funk of Chicago, Illinois; 4 grandchildren. Private family services due to COVID-19. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Jennie Marsh

Juanita Tousignant passed from this life on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020, at The Legacy of Herington.

A visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. Friday at the Herington Chapel of the Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Herington. Interment will follow at Sunset Hill Cemetery. The Rev. Alan Stahlecker will lead the services.

The family has requested memorials to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, the Dickinson County 4-H Foundation or Hospice of Dickinson County.

Mourning Juanita are her daughter, Susan, and favorite son-in-law, Ray, of rural Herington; grandsons, Kristopher (Hailey) Mueller of Independence, Kan.; Jacob (Katie) Mueller of Springfield, Tenn.; and a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

Juanita Sophia Gehrke was born on a farm near Ramona, Kan., on July 10, 1930. She was the youngest child of Carl and Sophia (Bruckner) Gehrke. She had seven older brothers: Arthur, Paul, Edwin, Leland, Oscar, Harvey and Lowell. All of them proceeded her in death. A daughter, Barbara Coleen Tousignant, passed away in 1966.

Juanita was baptized into the Christian faith as an infant at the former St. Paul Lutheran Church of rural Ramona. She was confirmed into the Lutheran faith and remained faithful to Christ throughout her life.

She was a 1948 graduate of Herington High School and she enjoyed the reunions with her classmates.

She was married to Robert J. Tousignant on July 13, 1951, at the Morris County Courthouse in Council Grove, Kan., during the Great Flood of ’51. They lived in several locations during his U.S. Army career but settled in Herington where they remained for the rest of their lives. They celebrated 51 years of marriage before his passing in October 2002.

Prior to her marriage, Juanita worked at a hardware store in Emporia. While working at Duckwall’s variety store in Herington, her favorite job was wrapping gifts. She always made every gift look special. Juanita also enjoyed working at Stiles Thriftway grocery store as a checker, where she greeted everyone with a smile and always memorized the weekly ad prices to give the best service to customers.

Juanita loved living in the country, happily mowing a huge lawn, tending to flowers and a plentiful garden. She helped care for many animals on the farm, passing that love of animals to her daughter. Among her hobbies were crafting and sewing, making doll clothes, quilts and several prom dresses. Every birthday was a reason for her to make a specially decorated cake. She had a “can do” attitude, even reroofing the barn after storm damage.&nbsp;

She was a 4-H project leader for many years, served as an officer in the Lyon Extension Homemakers Unit and supported her church, Our Redeemer Lutheran.

After the sale of the farm, the Tousignant couple lived on East Trapp Street in Herington, where they enjoyed having close neighbors. Due to health concerns, the couple moved to the Hilltop Apartments, enjoying daily meals and social life.

Following the death of her husband, Juanita continued to live at the Hilltop. She entered Herington’s assisted living unit in 2006. While a resident there, and later in the nursing home, she always enjoyed church services, bingo, card games, crafts and musical visitors.

Juanita was known as a sweet and loving lady, always willing to help out and care for others. She will be missed and mourned by many. But there also is rejoicing that she is now with God in heaven.

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” Matthew 5:8

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 </figure><h2>Juanita Sophia Tousignant</h2>July 10, 1930~August 30, 2020(age 90)Juanita Tousignant passed from this life on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020, at The Legacy of Herington.A visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. Friday at the Herington Chapel of the Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m.Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Herington. Interment will follow at Sunset Hill Cemetery. The Rev. Alan Stahlecker will lead the services.The family has requested memorials to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, the Dickinson County 4-H Foundation or Hospice of Dickinson County.Mourning Juanita are her daughter, Susan, and favorite son-in-law, Ray, of rural Herington; grandsons, Kristopher (Hailey) Mueller of Independence, Kan.; Jacob (Katie) Mueller of Springfield, Tenn.; and a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.Juanita Sophia Gehrke was born on a farm near Ramona, Kan., on July 10, 1930. She was the youngest child of Carl and Sophia (Bruckner) Gehrke. She had seven older brothers: Arthur, Paul, Edwin, Leland, Oscar, Harvey and Lowell. All of them proceeded her in death. A daughter, Barbara Coleen Tousignant, passed away in 1966.Juanita was baptized into the Christian faith as an infant at the former St. Paul Lutheran Church of rural Ramona. She was confirmed into the Lutheran faith and remained faithful to Christ throughout her life.She was a 1948 graduate of Herington High School and she enjoyed the reunions with her classmates.She was married to Robert J. Tousignant on July 13, 1951, at the Morris County Courthouse in Council Grove, Kan., during the Great Flood of ’51. They lived in several locations during his U.S. Army career but settled in Herington where they remained for the rest of their lives. They celebrated 51 years of marriage before his passing in October 2002.Prior to her marriage, Juanita worked at a hardware store in Emporia. While working at Duckwall’s variety store in Herington, her favorite job was wrapping gifts. She always made every gift look special. Juanita also enjoyed working at Stiles Thriftway grocery store as a checker, where she greeted everyone with a smile and always memorized the weekly ad prices to give the best service to customers.Juanita loved living in the country, happily mowing a huge lawn, tending to flowers and a plentiful garden. She helped care for many animals on the farm, passing that love of animals to her daughter. Among her hobbies were crafting and sewing, making doll clothes, quilts and several prom dresses. Every birthday was a reason for her to make a specially decorated cake. She had a “can do” attitude, even reroofing the barn after storm damage.&nbsp;She was a 4-H project leader for many years, served as an officer in the Lyon Extension Homemakers Unit and supported her church, Our Redeemer Lutheran.After the sale of the farm, the Tousignant couple lived on East Trapp Street in Herington, where they enjoyed having close neighbors. Due to health concerns, the couple moved to the Hilltop Apartments, enjoying daily meals and social life.Following the death of her husband, Juanita continued to live at the Hilltop. She entered Herington’s assisted living unit in 2006. While a resident there, and later in the nursing home, she always enjoyed church services, bingo, card games, crafts and musical visitors.Juanita was known as a sweet and loving lady, always willing to help out and care for others. She will be missed and mourned by many. But there also is rejoicing that she is now with God in heaven.“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” Matthew 5:8

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