Eric John Eustice, 57, of Salina, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020. He was born June 18, 1962 in National City, CA.

He worked as a home health tech for 8 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Ona Mae (Teasley) Eustice; siblings, Amy Dian, Scott Jerome Eustice.

siblings, Brenda Myers, Marion Eustice, Bradley Eustice, Rebecca Wright, Michael Eustice, Douglas Eustice, Brian Eustice.

No services scheduled at this time as cremation has been chosen.

The family in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Eric John Eustice, 57, of Salina, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020. He was born June 18, 1962 in National City, CA.He worked as a home health tech for 8 years.He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Ona Mae (Teasley) Eustice; siblings, Amy Dian, Scott Jerome Eustice.Survivors include hissiblings, Brenda Myers, Marion Eustice, Bradley Eustice, Rebecca Wright, Michael Eustice, Douglas Eustice, Brian Eustice.No services scheduled at this time as cremation has been chosen.Memorials may be made toThe family in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Eric John Eustice

Janice E Horinek, 87, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020. She was born July 29, 1932 in Oberlin, Kansas.

She was a housewife and a stay at home mother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ellis W. and Olga M. (Koehler) Hopkins; sister, Vonnie Sawyer.

Survivors include her husband, Stanley C. Horinek; children, Vicki (Monti) Frank, Dixie (Mark) Bowersox, and Nancy Newlin; grandchildren, Celice (Eric) Stancil, Chantell Plank, Oona Rose, Gavin Frank, Chelsea Bowersox, Chance (Diana) Bowersox Dustin (Casey) Newlin, Derek (Paula) Newlin; great grandchildren, Maizley Stancil, Kenzely Stancil, Jordan Rose, Jackson Rose, Liam Bowersox, Harper Bowersox, Kohl Newlin, Sage Newlin, Brier Newlin, Brandon Smith, Kelsi Smith, Will Newlin; brothers, Gary Hopkins, Lemoin Hopkins, Jerry Hopkins, Clinton Hopkins; sisters, Nita Giles, JoAnn Tongish, Janet Chisham, and special nephew Terry Chisham.

Hospice of Salina in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure>Janice E Horinek, 87, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020. She was born July 29, 1932 in Oberlin, Kansas.She was a housewife and a stay at home mother.She was preceded in death by her parents, Ellis W. and Olga M. (Koehler) Hopkins; sister, Vonnie Sawyer.Survivors include her husband, Stanley C. Horinek; children, Vicki (Monti) Frank, Dixie (Mark) Bowersox, and Nancy Newlin; grandchildren, Celice (Eric) Stancil, Chantell Plank, Oona Rose, Gavin Frank, Chelsea Bowersox, Chance (Diana) Bowersox Dustin (Casey) Newlin, Derek (Paula) Newlin; great grandchildren, Maizley Stancil, Kenzely Stancil, Jordan Rose, Jackson Rose, Liam Bowersox, Harper Bowersox, Kohl Newlin, Sage Newlin, Brier Newlin, Brandon Smith, Kelsi Smith, Will Newlin; brothers, Gary Hopkins, Lemoin Hopkins, Jerry Hopkins, Clinton Hopkins; sisters, Nita Giles, JoAnn Tongish, Janet Chisham, and special nephew Terry Chisham.Memorials may be made toHospice of Salina in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Janice E Horinek

Cassandra Lynn Matthews, 70, of Salina, passed away Monday, February 17, 2020. She was born December 10, 1949 in Monroe, Louisiana.

She was a foster parent and a daycare provider for 22 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Arneta (Williams) Robinson; brother, Willie Robinson.

Survivors include her husband, Marshall Matthews, &nbsp;children, Kenyatta Matthews, Marshall Matthews III, Semaj Matthews, Rachel Matthews; step daughter, Tanika Matthews; 11 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held, Wednesday, 1:00PM, March 4, 2020 at St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, 215 S. Chicago St, Salina, KS 67401.

St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure>Cassandra Lynn Matthews, 70, of Salina, passed away Monday, February 17, 2020. She was born December 10, 1949 in Monroe, Louisiana.She was a foster parent and a daycare provider for 22 years.She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Arneta (Williams) Robinson; brother, Willie Robinson.Survivors include her husband, Marshall Matthews, &nbsp;children, Kenyatta Matthews, Marshall Matthews III, Semaj Matthews, Rachel Matthews; step daughter, Tanika Matthews; 11 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held, Wednesday, 1:00PM, March 4, 2020 at St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, 215 S. Chicago St, Salina, KS 67401.Memorials may be made toSt. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Cassandra Lynn Matthews

Hillsboro – Raymond Just, 91, died February 26, 2020 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro.  He was born December 11, 1928 rural Ingalls, Kansas to Pete and Julia (Gaede) Just. 

He married Marjory Pankratz October 10, 1952 at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church. 

 Survivors include: wife, Marjorie Just of Hillsboro; son, Darrel (Geneva) Just rural Hillsboro; daughter, Bev (Brad) Vogel of Hillsboro; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. 

 Predeceased by a sister, Doris Ratzlaff.  

Celebration of Life Service 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 6, 2020 at the Hillsboro M.B. Church in Hillsboro officiated by Pastor Jeremy Matlock.  Memorials to Main Street Ministries in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063.  Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Hillsboro – Raymond Just, 91, died February 26, 2020 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro. He was born December 11, 1928 rural Ingalls, Kansas to Pete and Julia (Gaede) Just. He married Marjory Pankratz October 10, 1952 at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church. Survivors include: wife, Marjorie Just of Hillsboro; son, Darrel (Geneva) Just rural Hillsboro; daughter, Bev (Brad) Vogel of Hillsboro; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a sister, Doris Ratzlaff. Celebration of Life Service 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 6, 2020 at the Hillsboro M.B. Church in Hillsboro officiated by Pastor Jeremy Matlock. Memorials to Main Street Ministries in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Raymond Just



Kelly Gene Peterson, 63, of McPherson, KS, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020, at his home in McPherson. He was a pipeline welder and had lived in McPherson County most of his life.

He was born October 17, 1956, in Hutchinson, KS, the son of LeRoy and Audrey (Lackey) Peterson. He graduated from Inman High School in 1974.

Survivors include: his son, George Morgan Peterson of McPherson, KS; two sisters, Angela Peterson of Hutchinson, KS and Nattalee Vickers of Wichita, KS; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Lowell.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be given to the Central Kansas Foundation or McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.



Kelly Gene Peterson, 63, of McPherson, KS, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020, at his home in McPherson. He was a pipeline welder and had lived in McPherson County most of his life.He was born October 17, 1956, in Hutchinson, KS, the son of LeRoy and Audrey (Lackey) Peterson. He graduated from Inman High School in 1974.Survivors include: his son, George Morgan Peterson of McPherson, KS; two sisters, Angela Peterson of Hutchinson, KS and Nattalee Vickers of Wichita, KS; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Lowell.A private family service will be held at a later date.Memorial donations may be given to the Central Kansas Foundation or McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Kelly Gene Peterson

Donald A “Don” Obenland, 95, Clay Center, died February 26.&nbsp; He was born August 10, 1924 at Clay Center, the son of Oscar and Goldie (Musselman) Obenland. &nbsp;Don grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1942.&nbsp; He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII, upon returning, he worked for his father as a plumber at Obenland Plumbing.&nbsp; Don Married Darlene Dittmer on December 14, 1958.&nbsp; After his father’s death, he owned and operated Obenland Plumbing and Heating from 1972 until the mid 1980s.&nbsp; Don worked for USD 379 as a custodian at CCCHS from 1982 until his retirement in 1989.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Clay Center American Legion, the Plumber’s Union and he was a volunteer firefighter.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Douglas Obenland, brother, Bob Obenland and sister, Maxine Mott.

Wife: Darlene Obenland of Clay Center, Kansas

Son: Dan and wife, Margie Obenland of Salina, Kansas

Son: Dallas and wife, Becky Obenland of Waverly, Nebraska

Son: Darrin Obenland of Clay Center, Kansas

4 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren

Memorial Services:&nbsp;Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 10:30AM at the St Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, Kansas

Inurnment:&nbsp;Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Donald A “Don” Obenland, 95, Clay Center, died February 26.&nbsp; He was born August 10, 1924 at Clay Center, the son of Oscar and Goldie (Musselman) Obenland. &nbsp;Don grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1942.&nbsp; He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII, upon returning, he worked for his father as a plumber at Obenland Plumbing.&nbsp; Don Married Darlene Dittmer on December 14, 1958.&nbsp; After his father’s death, he owned and operated Obenland Plumbing and Heating from 1972 until the mid 1980s.&nbsp; Don worked for USD 379 as a custodian at CCCHS from 1982 until his retirement in 1989.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Clay Center American Legion, the Plumber’s Union and he was a volunteer firefighter.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Douglas Obenland, brother, Bob Obenland and sister, Maxine Mott.Survivors:Wife: Darlene Obenland of Clay Center, KansasSon: Dan and wife, Margie Obenland of Salina, KansasSon: Dallas and wife, Becky Obenland of Waverly, NebraskaSon: Darrin Obenland of Clay Center, Kansas4 Grandchildren and 2 Great GrandchildrenMemorial Services:&nbsp;Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 10:30AM at the St Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KansasMinister:&nbsp;Paul TessaroInurnment:&nbsp;Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasThere will be no visitation.Memorials:&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home.&nbsp;

Donald A “Don” Obenland

Doris Janet Chase, 87, of Council Grove, went home to be with The Lord, Wednesday, February 26th, 2020, after a short bout with Leukemia.&nbsp; Doris is survived by a sister, Geneva (Hank) Bast of Cedar Falls, Iowa; a son, Brian (Becky) Chase of Council Grove, Kansas; a daughter, Carla (Robb) Stephenson of Westmoreland, Kansas; 4 grandchildren, Jesse (Deidre) Knight of Council Grove, Kansas; Michael Chase of Lyons, Kansas; Mark (Natasha) Chase of Emporia, Kansas; and Jana (Justin) Phillips of Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp; Doris was also blessed with 6 step-grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, L. Radford “Rack” Chase, and 6 siblings; brothers Junior, Bill, Dick, Bob, and sisters Maxine and Roberta.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Doris was born to John Sherman Blanton and Leora (Parrish) Blanton on September 16, 1932 in Dunlap, Kansas.&nbsp; She lived with her seven siblings and her parents until she married Rack on October 18, 1952.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Doris and Rack travelled the country, residing in California and New Mexico before settling back in Council Grove. They opened several businesses, including:&nbsp; Council Grove Cycle Sales, Chase Liquor, Council Grove Metals, Chase Rentals, Doris’s Creative Quilting, and several other ventures that they enjoyed.&nbsp; Doris was a busy bee, as she was also employed by Fairmont Creamery, SRS of Kansas, Varney’s Bookstore, The Cottage House, and completed many college courses at Butler Community College of Council Grove.&nbsp; Doris and Rack enjoyed many years of good friends and family while living on the Council Grove City Lake; where ever the two of them were, a good time was sure to follow.&nbsp; The memories made during these years have provided many stories, none embellished, over the last several days.

Doris enjoyed being outdoors gardening, taking care of her yard, quilting, genealogy, and nurturing (and spaying) the neighborhood kitties.&nbsp; She had a love for life and never had a bad day, as was evidenced by her daily saying “I always have a good day!”.&nbsp; She was a regular at Silver Sneakers at Council Grove Life Center and frequently enjoyed gambling excursions with good friends.&nbsp; She was an active member of Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church and spent several years volunteering at the Community Thrift Store.&nbsp;

Doris will be missed by many.&nbsp; In her memory, a memorial contribution can be made to Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church, in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.&nbsp; A rosary will be held at 6:30PM on Monday, March 2nd, with visitation to follow.&nbsp; Funeral mass will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, March 3rd, with burial to follow at Greenwood&nbsp;Cemetery.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Doris Janet Chase, 87, of Council Grove, went home to be with The Lord, Wednesday, February 26th, 2020, after a short bout with Leukemia.&nbsp; Doris is survived by a sister, Geneva (Hank) Bast of Cedar Falls, Iowa; a son, Brian (Becky) Chase of Council Grove, Kansas; a daughter, Carla (Robb) Stephenson of Westmoreland, Kansas; 4 grandchildren, Jesse (Deidre) Knight of Council Grove, Kansas; Michael Chase of Lyons, Kansas; Mark (Natasha) Chase of Emporia, Kansas; and Jana (Justin) Phillips of Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp; Doris was also blessed with 6 step-grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, L. Radford “Rack” Chase, and 6 siblings; brothers Junior, Bill, Dick, Bob, and sisters Maxine and Roberta.&nbsp;&nbsp;Doris was born to John Sherman Blanton and Leora (Parrish) Blanton on September 16, 1932 in Dunlap, Kansas.&nbsp; She lived with her seven siblings and her parents until she married Rack on October 18, 1952.&nbsp;&nbsp;Doris and Rack travelled the country, residing in California and New Mexico before settling back in Council Grove. They opened several businesses, including:&nbsp; Council Grove Cycle Sales, Chase Liquor, Council Grove Metals, Chase Rentals, Doris’s Creative Quilting, and several other ventures that they enjoyed.&nbsp; Doris was a busy bee, as she was also employed by Fairmont Creamery, SRS of Kansas, Varney’s Bookstore, The Cottage House, and completed many college courses at Butler Community College of Council Grove.&nbsp; Doris and Rack enjoyed many years of good friends and family while living on the Council Grove City Lake; where ever the two of them were, a good time was sure to follow.&nbsp; The memories made during these years have provided many stories, none embellished, over the last several days.Doris enjoyed being outdoors gardening, taking care of her yard, quilting, genealogy, and nurturing (and spaying) the neighborhood kitties.&nbsp; She had a love for life and never had a bad day, as was evidenced by her daily saying “I always have a good day!”.&nbsp; She was a regular at Silver Sneakers at Council Grove Life Center and frequently enjoyed gambling excursions with good friends.&nbsp; She was an active member of Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church and spent several years volunteering at the Community Thrift Store.&nbsp;Doris will be missed by many.&nbsp; In her memory, a memorial contribution can be made to Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church, in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.&nbsp; A rosary will be held at 6:30PM on Monday, March 2nd, with visitation to follow.&nbsp; Funeral mass will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, March 3rd, with burial to follow at Greenwood&nbsp;Cemetery.&nbsp;

Doris Janet Chase

Diane Kay (Rees) Loddy was born September 28, 1951 in Council Grove, Kansas to Shirley M. (Burton) and Donald G. Rees. She spent most of her early years in Council Grove, except for 6 years (1960 – 1966) in Freemont, Nebraska.&nbsp; She graduated from Council Grove High School in 1969.

During her adult life she lived in many states (Colorado, New Mexico, Louisiana, North Carolina and Virginia) and worked at several different jobs.&nbsp; When she retired she was working for the state of Virginia as manager of an ABC store.

In 1975, she married James Loddy in Denver, CO. They lived in Chama, NM, where they owned and operated Kelly’s Restaurant for several years before divorcing. Upon returning to Council Grove, she worked at the Wolf Creek Nuclear Power Plant during its construction.&nbsp; There she met her second husband Royce Harrison, with whom she spent the next 22 years in VA, until he passed away in 2006. For the last 13 years, she and her third husband James Poole have lived in Hayes, VA.

Diane was preceded in death by Royce Harrison, both grandparents, Benton and Elsie Burton and Harry and Anna Rees, father Donald G. Rees, brother Donald W. Rees, aunts Fern Metzger and Bea Wessel, and uncle Carl Metzger, Sr. She is survived by James Poole; her mother Shirley Rees; uncle Henry Wessel; cousins: Barry Wessel (Jill, Carol Spencer (Steve, Keith Wessel (Alicia, Michelle Wessel, Carl Metzger Jr. (Janet, and Sharon Fritch (Frank); step-daughter Nicki Toler (Tim); step-grandchildren Katelin Toler and Kendal Toler.

Diane was a competitor, and brought home many ribbons swimming with the local swim team in her youth.&nbsp; She had artistic talent which was obvious in her home and anything she touched. She was a talented seamstress and liked to cook, producing many fine meals. &nbsp;She was fun to be with.&nbsp; Diane was diagnosed with ALS in 2018. The disease moved quickly to rob her body of normal movement and function.&nbsp; She died February 21, 2020, in Hayes, Virginia.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association, in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846. Family will greet friends from 10:00 – 11:00, Wednesday, March 4th, with Memorial Service at 11:00, at Sawyer Funeral Chapel.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will follow at Sunny Slope Cemetery.

Diane Kay (Rees) Loddy was born September 28, 1951 in Council Grove, Kansas to Shirley M. (Burton) and Donald G. Rees. She spent most of her early years in Council Grove, except for 6 years (1960 – 1966) in Freemont, Nebraska.&nbsp; She graduated from Council Grove High School in 1969.During her adult life she lived in many states (Colorado, New Mexico, Louisiana, North Carolina and Virginia) and worked at several different jobs.&nbsp; When she retired she was working for the state of Virginia as manager of an ABC store.In 1975, she married James Loddy in Denver, CO. They lived in Chama, NM, where they owned and operated Kelly’s Restaurant for several years before divorcing. Upon returning to Council Grove, she worked at the Wolf Creek Nuclear Power Plant during its construction.&nbsp; There she met her second husband Royce Harrison, with whom she spent the next 22 years in VA, until he passed away in 2006. For the last 13 years, she and her third husband James Poole have lived in Hayes, VA.Diane was preceded in death by Royce Harrison, both grandparents, Benton and Elsie Burton and Harry and Anna Rees, father Donald G. Rees, brother Donald W. Rees, aunts Fern Metzger and Bea Wessel, and uncle Carl Metzger, Sr. She is survived by James Poole; her mother Shirley Rees; uncle Henry Wessel; cousins: Barry Wessel (Jill, Carol Spencer (Steve, Keith Wessel (Alicia, Michelle Wessel, Carl Metzger Jr. (Janet, and Sharon Fritch (Frank); step-daughter Nicki Toler (Tim); step-grandchildren Katelin Toler and Kendal Toler.Diane was a competitor, and brought home many ribbons swimming with the local swim team in her youth.&nbsp; She had artistic talent which was obvious in her home and anything she touched. She was a talented seamstress and liked to cook, producing many fine meals. &nbsp;She was fun to be with.&nbsp; Diane was diagnosed with ALS in 2018. The disease moved quickly to rob her body of normal movement and function.&nbsp; She died February 21, 2020, in Hayes, Virginia.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association, in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846. Family will greet friends from 10:00 – 11:00, Wednesday, March 4th, with Memorial Service at 11:00, at Sawyer Funeral Chapel.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will follow at Sunny Slope Cemetery.

Diane Kay (Rees) Loddy



Vernon L. Larson, 83, passed away Wednesday, February 26th in Beloit. He was born May 17, 1936 in the Wakefield area, the son of Henry and Hazel (Glenn) Larson. Growing up in the Wakefield area, Vernon attended local schools and graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1955. April 6, 1956 he married Barbara L. Bletscher in Clay Center. All their married life was spent in Abilene. She preceded him in death December 14, 2009. Vernon had been employed in construction retiring in 1998. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, tinkering in his workshop, building things for his grandchildren, woodworking, gardening and fishing. Vernon was also preceded in death by his parents, a sister and 7 brothers. He is survived by: a daughter, Tammy (mike) Cooper of Beloit; a son, David (Luci) of Salina; grandchildren; great- grandchildren and a great-great- grandchild.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Monday March 2nd at the Abilene First United Methodist Church with Pastors John and Jenny Collins officiating. Interment will follow in the Abilene Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions in his memory be made to the Abilene First United Methodist Church. They may be left at the church the day of the service or sent in care of Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410.



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Vernon L. Larson, 83, passed away Wednesday, February 26th in Beloit. He was born May 17, 1936 in the Wakefield area, the son of Henry and Hazel (Glenn) Larson. Growing up in the Wakefield area, Vernon attended local schools and graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1955. April 6, 1956 he married Barbara L. Bletscher in Clay Center. All their married life was spent in Abilene. She preceded him in death December 14, 2009. Vernon had been employed in construction retiring in 1998. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, tinkering in his workshop, building things for his grandchildren, woodworking, gardening and fishing. Vernon was also preceded in death by his parents, a sister and 7 brothers. He is survived by: a daughter, Tammy (mike) Cooper of Beloit; a son, David (Luci) of Salina; grandchildren; great- grandchildren and a great-great- grandchild.Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Monday March 2nd at the Abilene First United Methodist Church with Pastors John and Jenny Collins officiating. Interment will follow in the Abilene Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions in his memory be made to the Abilene First United Methodist Church. They may be left at the church the day of the service or sent in care of Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Vernon L. Larson

Rural Phillips County resident Tom Highley Jr. passed away at his home on Sunday, February 23, 2020 at the age of 74.

He was born January 28, 1946 in Smith Center, KS the son of Tom 
Highley, Sr. and Faith (Fortin) Highley.&nbsp; Following high school, Tom 
went to trade school and learned welding.&nbsp; He then started working for 
Hesston Corporation in Hesston and he also began welding at Grasshopper 
Lawn Mowers in Moundridge at the same time.&nbsp; He retired from Hesston 
Corporation.&nbsp; He kept busy when he wasn’t welding by cutting and selling
 firewood and fence post.&nbsp; Following his retirement he enjoyed farming 
on the family farm as a hobby.

Tom was united in marriage to Kendra Otteson on February 29, 1996 in 
Phillipsburg and were sealed for time and eternity on February 14, 2009 
at Denver Temple.

Tom was a total outdoorsman.&nbsp; He loved hunting, fishing and camping.&nbsp;
 He had made many trips to Colorado with family and friends to enjoy 
these things.&nbsp; He would try to attend auctions around the area.&nbsp; He 
loved caring for all the animals, especially the dog and cats on the 
farm.&nbsp; Most of all he cherished the time he spent with his family and 
friends.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas, Sr. and Faith.

Survivors include his wife, Kendra of the home; a daughter Kelli 
Willis of Moundridge, KS; a son Jason Highley of Halstead, KS; 3 
grandchildren Mikayla Lare, Kolton Lare and Klay Willis; and a great 
grandson Liam Willcutt.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 29, 
2020 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Phillipsburg.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Hillsdale Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.

Tom will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 9
 p.m. Friday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.&nbsp; The 
family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. for 
visitation at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to His Grandchildren’s Education 
Fund or Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Youth Hunter &nbsp;Education.

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Highley, Sr. and Faith (Fortin) Highley.&nbsp; Following high school, Tom 
went to trade school and learned welding.&nbsp; He then started working for 
Hesston Corporation in Hesston and he also began welding at Grasshopper 
Lawn Mowers in Moundridge at the same time.&nbsp; He retired from Hesston 
Corporation.&nbsp; He kept busy when he wasn’t welding by cutting and selling
 firewood and fence post.&nbsp; Following his retirement he enjoyed farming 
on the family farm as a hobby.Tom was united in marriage to Kendra Otteson on February 29, 1996 in 
Phillipsburg and were sealed for time and eternity on February 14, 2009 
at Denver Temple.Tom was a total outdoorsman.&nbsp; He loved hunting, fishing and camping.&nbsp;
 He had made many trips to Colorado with family and friends to enjoy 
these things.&nbsp; He would try to attend auctions around the area.&nbsp; He 
loved caring for all the animals, especially the dog and cats on the 
farm.&nbsp; Most of all he cherished the time he spent with his family and 
friends.Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas, Sr. and Faith.Survivors include his wife, Kendra of the home; a daughter Kelli 
Willis of Moundridge, KS; a son Jason Highley of Halstead, KS; 3 
grandchildren Mikayla Lare, Kolton Lare and Klay Willis; and a great 
grandson Liam Willcutt.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 29, 
2020 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Phillipsburg.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Hillsdale Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.Tom will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 9
 p.m. Friday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.&nbsp; The 
family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. for 
visitation at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to His Grandchildren’s Education 
Fund or Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Youth Hunter &nbsp;Education.

Tom Highley Jr.



Alberto Garcia, 26, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 7:49 a.m., Tuesday, February 25th, in the 2300 Block of 14th Avenue, in McPherson County, Kansas as a result of a weather related automobile accident.

Alberto was born in San Pablo, California on May 14, 1993, a son of Norma Edith Martin, of McPherson, Kansas and Luis Alberto Garcia, of Guadalajara, Jalisco.

Alberto attended grade school at Colegio Ninos Heroes of Tepatitlan de Morelos, Jalisco Mexico, McPherson Middle School and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 2011. He then attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas.

He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church McPherson, Kansas.

Alberto worked at Wendy's, Dairy Queen, Central Plastics of McPherson, Excel in Salina and currently working through Team Employment at Pfizer.

Alberto enjoyed playing sports especially soccer, cage fighting, and skateboarding. He was quite the prankster and loved to tease his cousins and others. He loved spending time with his sons and was teaching them how to skate, and speaking Spanish.

Alberto Garcia and Stacia Rosales shared two sons, Aiden and Karson.

He is survived by his sons and their mother, Aiden Rosales, Karson Garcia, and Stacia Rosales, all of Salina, Kansas; mother Norma Martin, of McPherson, Kansas; father Luis Garcia, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico; brother Adrian Garcia, of McPherson, Kansas; sister Edith Garcia, of Hutchinson, Kansas; sister Diana Garcia, of McPherson, Kansas;

maternal grandparents Mario and Esther Martin, of Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico; paternal grandmother Maria De La Salud Arreola, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico; and Nephew Zaire Garcia - White, of McPherson, Kansas; many several aunts and uncles and many cousins.

Alberto was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandmother, Vicenta Navarro.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. with rosary at 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:00 on Friday, March 6th, 2020 with Fr. Ben Shockey officiating.

The final resting place will be in the McPherson Cemetery Mausoleum, McPherson, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alberto Garcia memorial fund and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.



Alberto Garcia, 26, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 7:49 a.m., Tuesday, February 25th, in the 2300 Block of 14th Avenue, in McPherson County, Kansas as a result of a weather related automobile accident.Alberto was born in San Pablo, California on May 14, 1993, a son of Norma Edith Martin, of McPherson, Kansas and Luis Alberto Garcia, of Guadalajara, Jalisco.Alberto attended grade school at Colegio Ninos Heroes of Tepatitlan de Morelos, Jalisco Mexico, McPherson Middle School and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 2011. He then attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas.He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church McPherson, Kansas.Alberto worked at Wendy's, Dairy Queen, Central Plastics of McPherson, Excel in Salina and currently working through Team Employment at Pfizer.Alberto enjoyed playing sports especially soccer, cage fighting, and skateboarding. He was quite the prankster and loved to tease his cousins and others. He loved spending time with his sons and was teaching them how to skate, and speaking Spanish.Alberto Garcia and Stacia Rosales shared two sons, Aiden and Karson.He is survived by his sons and their mother, Aiden Rosales, Karson Garcia, and Stacia Rosales, all of Salina, Kansas; mother Norma Martin, of McPherson, Kansas; father Luis Garcia, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico; brother Adrian Garcia, of McPherson, Kansas; sister Edith Garcia, of Hutchinson, Kansas; sister Diana Garcia, of McPherson, Kansas;maternal grandparents Mario and Esther Martin, of Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico; paternal grandmother Maria De La Salud Arreola, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico; and Nephew Zaire Garcia - White, of McPherson, Kansas; many several aunts and uncles and many cousins.Alberto was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandmother, Vicenta Navarro.Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. with rosary at 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:00 on Friday, March 6th, 2020 with Fr. Ben Shockey officiating.The final resting place will be in the McPherson Cemetery Mausoleum, McPherson, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alberto Garcia memorial fund and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Alberto Garcia



Kenneth Wayne Weeks JR, 66 of Abilene passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born December 27, 1953 in Council Grove, Kansas, the son of Kenneth L and Maryann (Strom) Weeks. On August 24, 2015 he was united in marriage to Dala Ann Weeks in Salina, KS. She survives of the home. Other survivors include a daughter, Bobbie, father, Kenneth SR and wife Jean, nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, one brother and three sisters. He was preceded in death by his mother.

The family has chosen cremation. No services are planned at this time. The family will have a visitation from 2-5 P.M., Friday, February 28, 2020 at the Arts Council Building in Abilene (207 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410) The family suggests memorials be given to the American Heart Association. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com



Kenneth Wayne Weeks JR, 66 of Abilene passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born December 27, 1953 in Council Grove, Kansas, the son of Kenneth L and Maryann (Strom) Weeks. On August 24, 2015 he was united in marriage to Dala Ann Weeks in Salina, KS. She survives of the home. Other survivors include a daughter, Bobbie, father, Kenneth SR and wife Jean, nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, one brother and three sisters. He was preceded in death by his mother.The family has chosen cremation. No services are planned at this time. The family will have a visitation from 2-5 P.M., Friday, February 28, 2020 at the Arts Council Building in Abilene (207 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410) The family suggests memorials be given to the American Heart Association. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com

Kenneth Wayne Weeks JR



Daphene Lee, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 26, 2020

She was born in Comanche, Oklahoma on August 20, 1937, a daughter of the late Marie (Eubanks) and Berlin Buzbee.

Survivors include her husband, Charles "Bud" Lee of the home; daughters, Vickie Dunafon (Doug) of Westmoreland, Kansas, and Valarie Strobel (Jim) of Hays, Kansas; and her four siblings, Colene Goodman, Bill Buzbee, Emmelene Roland, and Larry Don Buzbee.

Daphene is also survived by her grandchildren, Jessica Owen and Justin Dunafon; and four great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her son, Michael Lee; and grandson, Jacob Corwin.

There will be no visitation as cremation has been chosen.

The family will hold a memorial service on Saturday, February 29th at 11:00 am at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 255 S. 7th Street, Salina, with Pastor Kent Happel officiating.

Memorials may be made to Friends of the Salina Animal Shelter, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio Street, Salina.



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Daphene Lee, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 26, 2020She was born in Comanche, Oklahoma on August 20, 1937, a daughter of the late Marie (Eubanks) and Berlin Buzbee.Survivors include her husband, Charles "Bud" Lee of the home; daughters, Vickie Dunafon (Doug) of Westmoreland, Kansas, and Valarie Strobel (Jim) of Hays, Kansas; and her four siblings, Colene Goodman, Bill Buzbee, Emmelene Roland, and Larry Don Buzbee.Daphene is also survived by her grandchildren, Jessica Owen and Justin Dunafon; and four great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her son, Michael Lee; and grandson, Jacob Corwin.There will be no visitation as cremation has been chosen.The family will hold a memorial service on Saturday, February 29th at 11:00 am at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 255 S. 7th Street, Salina, with Pastor Kent Happel officiating.Memorials may be made to Friends of the Salina Animal Shelter, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio Street, Salina.

Bessie Daphene Lee

Delores Kathryn Morrell was born on May 7, 1929 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the daughter of Harold and Hyland Hock Sleichter. She died early Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Resident Care Center in Beloit, Kansas at the age of 90.

She grew up in Colorado, where she attended and graduated from Falcon High School in Falcon, Colorado, where she met Wayne Morrell.

On June 8, 1947, she and Wayne were united in marriage, and they were privileged to be married for 51 years until his death in May, 1999.

For many years, she worked as a medical records clerk at Hilltop Lodge in Beloit.

In her spare time, she enjoyed her flower garden, reading, and making quilts and lap robes.

She was a member of the Pleasant View Church and later the Beloit First United Methodist Church.

In addition to her husband, Wayne, she was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Gary; and her sister, Dorothy Peterson.

Delores is survived by her two daughters, Marilyn Morrell and Kelli Powers and husband Todd, all of Arlington, KS; 9 grandchildren, Jeff, Stephanie, Timothy, Natalie, Lyndsey, Kasey, Whitney, Kaylyn, and Cody; 13 great grandchildren, Jennifer, Kain, Camden, Dagen, Delanie, Daxton, Adelyn, Eli, Levi, Dylan, Layla, Dawsyn, and Weston; her sister, Shirley Straight of St. John; daughter-in-law, Donna Morrell of Beloit; nephew, Carl and wife Kitty Wagner of Beloit; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be at 10 AM Saturday, February 29 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home followed by burial in Pleasant View Cemetery south of Beloit. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM with family present from 5-6 PM Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Resident Care Center or Perdue House.

Delores Kathryn Morrell was born on May 7, 1929 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the daughter of Harold and Hyland Hock Sleichter. She died early Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Resident Care Center in Beloit, Kansas at the age of 90.She grew up in Colorado, where she attended and graduated from Falcon High School in Falcon, Colorado, where she met Wayne Morrell.On June 8, 1947, she and Wayne were united in marriage, and they were privileged to be married for 51 years until his death in May, 1999.For many years, she worked as a medical records clerk at Hilltop Lodge in Beloit.In her spare time, she enjoyed her flower garden, reading, and making quilts and lap robes.She was a member of the Pleasant View Church and later the Beloit First United Methodist Church.In addition to her husband, Wayne, she was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Gary; and her sister, Dorothy Peterson.Delores is survived by her two daughters, Marilyn Morrell and Kelli Powers and husband Todd, all of Arlington, KS; 9 grandchildren, Jeff, Stephanie, Timothy, Natalie, Lyndsey, Kasey, Whitney, Kaylyn, and Cody; 13 great grandchildren, Jennifer, Kain, Camden, Dagen, Delanie, Daxton, Adelyn, Eli, Levi, Dylan, Layla, Dawsyn, and Weston; her sister, Shirley Straight of St. John; daughter-in-law, Donna Morrell of Beloit; nephew, Carl and wife Kitty Wagner of Beloit; and a host of other relatives and friends.Funeral services will be at 10 AM Saturday, February 29 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home followed by burial in Pleasant View Cemetery south of Beloit. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM with family present from 5-6 PM Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Resident Care Center or Perdue House.

Delores Kathryn Morrell

James Warren Baughanpassed away peacefully Friday, February 21, 2020, at Brookdale Salina- Kirwin. He was born December 16, 1925, to Charles and Grace (Stephen) Baughan.

Jim grew up in Salina, Kansas. He attended Oakdale Elementary School and graduated from Salina High School. As a youngster, he had several jobs including a paper route and working at the Cozy Inn. During high school, his lifetime devotion to his nation began when he sold War Bonds to help finance World War II. He was named the top salesman of War Bonds in Saline County.

Upon graduation from high school, he followed his older brother, Bill and enlisted in the Marine Corps. Later his brother Bob, would also enlist in the Marines. “Brother Bill” and Jim saw combat in World War II and “Brother Bob” in the Korean War.

He was assigned to Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base in Oceanside, California for training. During World War II, Jim served as corporal in the Marine Corps and was promoted to sergeant. In combat, he was sent to the Pacific Islands and was a warrior in the Battle of Iwo Jima Island. On February 19, 2020, on the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, the Salina VFW Post 1432 honored Jim as one of two survivors of that battle living in Kansas. Ironically, he died two days later on February 21, which was the anniversary date of the second wave of soldiers to the island and his actual entry into combat at Iwo Jima.

His Marine Corps experience shaped him for life as service to his country and to the Marines was at the core of his soul. His lived out the Marine Corps League motto of “once a Marine, always a Marine.” He demonstrated his love for his country at every opportunity. He almost always wore a hat or jacket honoring the Marines or the USA with intermittent periods of wearing ball caps that were given to him by his grandchildren. For years, he would carry the American Flag in community parades in Salina. He was very involved in the Salina-Saline County War Memorial at Sunset Park and handled the inscriptions and placement of the memorial bricks that are part of the Memorial. He was involved for decades with the Marine Corps Toy Box program organized by the Tri Rivers Detachment of the Marine Corps League. He was charter member of the Detachment and officer.

On October 24, 1950, Bea Blom married CPL Jim Baughan at Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base in Oceanside, California. They were married for 67 years. Following his service in the Marine Corps, they settled in Salina and devoted the next two decades to raising five children. They lived on five acres just north of town; he was proud that he lived there for 65 years. In support of his children’s activities, he, and Bea made many trips with the Salina Silver Sabres Drum and Bugle Corps across Kansas and the nation accompanying the drum corps to competitions.

Upon returning to Salina after his military service, he was a car salesman at Long-MacArthur Ford for several years. He then began a career as truck driver for Graves Truck Line where he worked for 38 years and driving more than 1 million miles. After retiring, he continued driving tour buses, grain trucks and other vehicles for Salina companies.

He was a member of First United Methodist Church, the Peacemakers Sunday School Class and was an usher at the church. For many years, he and Bea enjoyed hosting the Peacemakers Halloween Party. He also had the distinction of being the only person who had attended every reunion of the Nybro-Erickson family since the gathering began in 1953 in Dickinson County, Kansas where Bea grew up.

Jim was very proud of and dedicated to his 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. He greatly enjoyed their frequent phone conversations and visits. He appreciated the devotion of his nephews and nieces, Steve, Kristie, Kelly, and Marce.

He was pre-deceased by his parents Charles and Grace, wife, Bea; son, Bruce; brothers William Baughan, John “Bob” Baughan and sister, Ruth Zych.

Jim is survived by his children, Kirk Baughan (Laurie) of Overland Park, KS; Kim Schnee (Pat) of Manhattan, KS; Brad Baughan (Carol) of Overbrook, KS; and Kent Baughan (Sandy) of Millwood, GA; grandchildren, Sarah Charvat (Matt) of Topeka, KS; Amy Meek (Marshall) of Topeka, KS; Emily Wright (Bryon) of Baldwin City, KS; Abby Baughan of Overland Park, KS; Dustin Schnee of Lenexa, KS; Jared Schnee of Riley, KS; Chandler Schnee of Topeka, KS; Jamie Schnee, Megan Schnee of Manhattan, KS; Erol Kinkaid (Staci) of Omaha, NE; Orion Kinkaid (Kate, De Soto, KS; MAJ Emery Baughan (CPT Christine) of Ft. Leavenworth, KS; Avery Baughan (Sarah Terranova) of Kansas City, MO; Zachary Baughan (Emily) of Galveston, TX; LT Anna Baughan of Ramstein, Germany; Aubrey Baughan and Ellis Baughan of Overbrook, KS; Lori Thomas (Stan, Arie Baughan of Millwood, GA and Macee Baughan of Valdosta, GA; great grandchildren: Mason, Carter, Lilly, Elliott and Grace Charvat; Audrey, Wesley, Brady, Samuel and Rylee Meek; Addison, Emmett and Ella Wright; Noah, Chloe and Eli Schnee; Mia, Enzo and Rocco Kinkaid; Parker and Theodore Kinkaid; Frank and Rush Terranova; Max and Miles Baughan; Hunter, Grayson and Luci Thomas; and his nieces and nephews, Steve Baughan (Dyan, Kristie Johnson (Greg, Kelly Baughan (Joyce, Marce Ballinger (Harold, Karla Lewis (Michael, and Charles Zych, Ronald Blom, Robert (Scott) Blom (Tracey) Kenneth Blom (Mary).

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, March 2. Family will be present from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services to be held on Tuesday, March 3, 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 122 N. Eighth St., Salina. Interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Park, 1920 E. Crawford St., Salina, following funeral services with military honors.

Memorials are suggested to the Tri Rivers Detachment Marine Corps Toy Box Program c/o Ryan Mortuary or the charity of the donor’s choice.

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 </figure>James Warren Baughanpassed away peacefully Friday, February 21, 2020, at Brookdale Salina- Kirwin. He was born December 16, 1925, to Charles and Grace (Stephen) Baughan.Jim grew up in Salina, Kansas. He attended Oakdale Elementary School and graduated from Salina High School. As a youngster, he had several jobs including a paper route and working at the Cozy Inn. During high school, his lifetime devotion to his nation began when he sold War Bonds to help finance World War II. He was named the top salesman of War Bonds in Saline County.Upon graduation from high school, he followed his older brother, Bill and enlisted in the Marine Corps. Later his brother Bob, would also enlist in the Marines. “Brother Bill” and Jim saw combat in World War II and “Brother Bob” in the Korean War.He was assigned to Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base in Oceanside, California for training. During World War II, Jim served as corporal in the Marine Corps and was promoted to sergeant. In combat, he was sent to the Pacific Islands and was a warrior in the Battle of Iwo Jima Island. On February 19, 2020, on the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, the Salina VFW Post 1432 honored Jim as one of two survivors of that battle living in Kansas. Ironically, he died two days later on February 21, which was the anniversary date of the second wave of soldiers to the island and his actual entry into combat at Iwo Jima.His Marine Corps experience shaped him for life as service to his country and to the Marines was at the core of his soul. His lived out the Marine Corps League motto of “once a Marine, always a Marine.” He demonstrated his love for his country at every opportunity. He almost always wore a hat or jacket honoring the Marines or the USA with intermittent periods of wearing ball caps that were given to him by his grandchildren. For years, he would carry the American Flag in community parades in Salina. He was very involved in the Salina-Saline County War Memorial at Sunset Park and handled the inscriptions and placement of the memorial bricks that are part of the Memorial. He was involved for decades with the Marine Corps Toy Box program organized by the Tri Rivers Detachment of the Marine Corps League. He was charter member of the Detachment and officer.On October 24, 1950, Bea Blom married CPL Jim Baughan at Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base in Oceanside, California. They were married for 67 years. Following his service in the Marine Corps, they settled in Salina and devoted the next two decades to raising five children. They lived on five acres just north of town; he was proud that he lived there for 65 years. In support of his children’s activities, he, and Bea made many trips with the Salina Silver Sabres Drum and Bugle Corps across Kansas and the nation accompanying the drum corps to competitions.Upon returning to Salina after his military service, he was a car salesman at Long-MacArthur Ford for several years. He then began a career as truck driver for Graves Truck Line where he worked for 38 years and driving more than 1 million miles. After retiring, he continued driving tour buses, grain trucks and other vehicles for Salina companies.He was a member of First United Methodist Church, the Peacemakers Sunday School Class and was an usher at the church. For many years, he and Bea enjoyed hosting the Peacemakers Halloween Party. He also had the distinction of being the only person who had attended every reunion of the Nybro-Erickson family since the gathering began in 1953 in Dickinson County, Kansas where Bea grew up.Jim was very proud of and dedicated to his 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. He greatly enjoyed their frequent phone conversations and visits. He appreciated the devotion of his nephews and nieces, Steve, Kristie, Kelly, and Marce.He was pre-deceased by his parents Charles and Grace, wife, Bea; son, Bruce; brothers William Baughan, John “Bob” Baughan and sister, Ruth Zych.Jim is survived by his children, Kirk Baughan (Laurie) of Overland Park, KS; Kim Schnee (Pat) of Manhattan, KS; Brad Baughan (Carol) of Overbrook, KS; and Kent Baughan (Sandy) of Millwood, GA; grandchildren, Sarah Charvat (Matt) of Topeka, KS; Amy Meek (Marshall) of Topeka, KS; Emily Wright (Bryon) of Baldwin City, KS; Abby Baughan of Overland Park, KS; Dustin Schnee of Lenexa, KS; Jared Schnee of Riley, KS; Chandler Schnee of Topeka, KS; Jamie Schnee, Megan Schnee of Manhattan, KS; Erol Kinkaid (Staci) of Omaha, NE; Orion Kinkaid (Kate, De Soto, KS; MAJ Emery Baughan (CPT Christine) of Ft. Leavenworth, KS; Avery Baughan (Sarah Terranova) of Kansas City, MO; Zachary Baughan (Emily) of Galveston, TX; LT Anna Baughan of Ramstein, Germany; Aubrey Baughan and Ellis Baughan of Overbrook, KS; Lori Thomas (Stan, Arie Baughan of Millwood, GA and Macee Baughan of Valdosta, GA; great grandchildren: Mason, Carter, Lilly, Elliott and Grace Charvat; Audrey, Wesley, Brady, Samuel and Rylee Meek; Addison, Emmett and Ella Wright; Noah, Chloe and Eli Schnee; Mia, Enzo and Rocco Kinkaid; Parker and Theodore Kinkaid; Frank and Rush Terranova; Max and Miles Baughan; Hunter, Grayson and Luci Thomas; and his nieces and nephews, Steve Baughan (Dyan, Kristie Johnson (Greg, Kelly Baughan (Joyce, Marce Ballinger (Harold, Karla Lewis (Michael, and Charles Zych, Ronald Blom, Robert (Scott) Blom (Tracey) Kenneth Blom (Mary).Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, March 2. Family will be present from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services to be held on Tuesday, March 3, 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 122 N. Eighth St., Salina. Interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Park, 1920 E. Crawford St., Salina, following funeral services with military honors.Memorials are suggested to the Tri Rivers Detachment Marine Corps Toy Box Program c/o Ryan Mortuary or the charity of the donor’s choice.

James Warren Baughan

Arthur Charles Todd, also known as "Chuck," 63, of Salina, passed away Monday, Feb 24, 2020. He was born May 28, 1956, in Traverse City, Mich., the son of Charles and Harriet Todd.

Throughout his life he lived in many places where he enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding his Harley, with Michigan being his primary residence. He also lived in Texas where he met the love of his life, Mickey Lynn Todd, and Kansas, which will be his final resting place.

Chuck is survived in life by his wife, Mickey Todd; sons, Edward, Robert, Chuck and Gregory; sisters, Roberta, Patricia, Carol and Jody; brothers, David and Daune; numerous nieces and nephews; 13 grandchildren, Alicia, Robin, Stephanie, Carman, Megan, Alana, Lincoln, Dylan, Taylor, Sierra, Hailey, Aiden and Abel; and one great-grandson, Luca.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles; stepfather, William; mother, Harriet; brother, James; nephew, Wade; and brothers-in-law, Kendall and Michael.

Visitation will be noon to 1 p.m., with Celebration of Life beginning at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. Burial will follow in Geneseo Cemetery, Geneseo.

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 </figure>Arthur Charles Todd, also known as "Chuck," 63, of Salina, passed away Monday, Feb 24, 2020. He was born May 28, 1956, in Traverse City, Mich., the son of Charles and Harriet Todd.Throughout his life he lived in many places where he enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding his Harley, with Michigan being his primary residence. He also lived in Texas where he met the love of his life, Mickey Lynn Todd, and Kansas, which will be his final resting place.Chuck is survived in life by his wife, Mickey Todd; sons, Edward, Robert, Chuck and Gregory; sisters, Roberta, Patricia, Carol and Jody; brothers, David and Daune; numerous nieces and nephews; 13 grandchildren, Alicia, Robin, Stephanie, Carman, Megan, Alana, Lincoln, Dylan, Taylor, Sierra, Hailey, Aiden and Abel; and one great-grandson, Luca.He was preceded in death by his father, Charles; stepfather, William; mother, Harriet; brother, James; nephew, Wade; and brothers-in-law, Kendall and Michael.Visitation will be noon to 1 p.m., with Celebration of Life beginning at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. Burial will follow in Geneseo Cemetery, Geneseo.

Arthur Charles Todd

Genita D. Hughes, 83, La Crosse, Kansas, died Monday, February 24, 2020, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.

Genita was born August 3, 1936, in Rush Center, Kansas, the daughter of Carl and Dora (Goatley) Solomon. She was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas. A 1954 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, she was in administration at the ASCS office in La Crosse, Kansas, before her retirement.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, where she was currently the treasurer. She was a volunteer at A Second Chance, and up until recently, the chairman of the Blood Drive, both of La Crosse, Kansas. She was the current treasurer for the City of Rush Center, and Walnut Valley Senior Center, both of Rush Center, Kansas. She was also the current treasurer of the EUB Trust, and a member and current treasurer of the Sunflower Polka Club, Salina, Kansas. Genita enjoyed bowling, and was a member of a Thursday morning bowling team in Hays, Kansas.

On September 12, 1956, she married George R. Corsair at Glenwood Springs, Colorado. They later divorced.

On September 1, 1991, she married Kent N. Hughes at Sheridan County, Missouri. He preceded her in death December 31, 2004.

Survivors include: five sons, Scott Corsair (Denise, Bazine, Kansas, Rex Corsair, Grand Junction, Colorado, Rod Corsair (Kally, Manzanola,

Colorado, Kurt Corsair, Model, Colorado, and Ward Corsair (Kimberly, La Crosse, Kansas; one daughter in law, Judy Corsair, Scammon, Kansas; one step son, Will Hughes, Columbia, Missouri; one step daughter, Kimberly Dorrell (Mark, Brookfield, Missouri; 12 grandchildren, Chris Corsair (Niki, Brett Corsair (Sara, Shane Corsair (Allison, Duncan Corsair, Niquole Knapp, Aislinn Corsair, Caleb Corsair, Gentry Corsair, Bonner Corsair, Kale Corsair, Wyatt Corsair, and Chance Corsair (Erika); eight great grandchildren, Hank Corsair, Gus Corsair, Morgan Corsair, Maddy Corsair, Emmitt Corsair, Owen Corsair, Scarlett Corsair, and RaeLee Corsair;&nbsp;four step grandchildren, Levi Hamilton, Lacy Hamilton-Key, Katie Ramirez, and Dana Davis; four step great grandchildren, Nash Ramirez, Kori Ramirez, Josie Ramirez, and Bristol Davis; one brother, Jerry Solomon (Myrna, Liberty, Missouri; two sisters in law, Karla Solomon, Rush Center, Kansas, and Agnes Solomon, Rush Center, Kansas; and one brother in law, Dave Geisler, Westmoreland, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Kent N. Hughes; one son, David Corsair; one granddaughter, Taryn Corsair; two brothers, Arlyn Solomon, and Dennis Solomon; and one sister, Rita Geisler.

Visitation will be Thursday, February 27, 2020, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Church visitation will be Friday, February 28, 2020, from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Friday, February 28, 2020, at 10:30 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Angie Vertz officiating. Interment will be in the Locust Hill Cemetery, Rush Center, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to A Second Chance, La Crosse, Kansas, or Walnut Valley Senior Center, Rush Center, Kansas.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.charterfunerals.com/locations/janousek-lacrosse.php.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

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 </figure>Genita D. Hughes, 83, La Crosse, Kansas, died Monday, February 24, 2020, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.Genita was born August 3, 1936, in Rush Center, Kansas, the daughter of Carl and Dora (Goatley) Solomon. She was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas. A 1954 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, she was in administration at the ASCS office in La Crosse, Kansas, before her retirement.She was a member of the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, where she was currently the treasurer. She was a volunteer at A Second Chance, and up until recently, the chairman of the Blood Drive, both of La Crosse, Kansas. She was the current treasurer for the City of Rush Center, and Walnut Valley Senior Center, both of Rush Center, Kansas. She was also the current treasurer of the EUB Trust, and a member and current treasurer of the Sunflower Polka Club, Salina, Kansas. Genita enjoyed bowling, and was a member of a Thursday morning bowling team in Hays, Kansas.On September 12, 1956, she married George R. Corsair at Glenwood Springs, Colorado. They later divorced.On September 1, 1991, she married Kent N. Hughes at Sheridan County, Missouri. He preceded her in death December 31, 2004.Survivors include: five sons, Scott Corsair (Denise, Bazine, Kansas, Rex Corsair, Grand Junction, Colorado, Rod Corsair (Kally, Manzanola,Colorado, Kurt Corsair, Model, Colorado, and Ward Corsair (Kimberly, La Crosse, Kansas; one daughter in law, Judy Corsair, Scammon, Kansas; one step son, Will Hughes, Columbia, Missouri; one step daughter, Kimberly Dorrell (Mark, Brookfield, Missouri; 12 grandchildren, Chris Corsair (Niki, Brett Corsair (Sara, Shane Corsair (Allison, Duncan Corsair, Niquole Knapp, Aislinn Corsair, Caleb Corsair, Gentry Corsair, Bonner Corsair, Kale Corsair, Wyatt Corsair, and Chance Corsair (Erika); eight great grandchildren, Hank Corsair, Gus Corsair, Morgan Corsair, Maddy Corsair, Emmitt Corsair, Owen Corsair, Scarlett Corsair, and RaeLee Corsair;&nbsp;four step grandchildren, Levi Hamilton, Lacy Hamilton-Key, Katie Ramirez, and Dana Davis; four step great grandchildren, Nash Ramirez, Kori Ramirez, Josie Ramirez, and Bristol Davis; one brother, Jerry Solomon (Myrna, Liberty, Missouri; two sisters in law, Karla Solomon, Rush Center, Kansas, and Agnes Solomon, Rush Center, Kansas; and one brother in law, Dave Geisler, Westmoreland, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Kent N. Hughes; one son, David Corsair; one granddaughter, Taryn Corsair; two brothers, Arlyn Solomon, and Dennis Solomon; and one sister, Rita Geisler.Visitation will be Thursday, February 27, 2020, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.Church visitation will be Friday, February 28, 2020, from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Funeral service will be Friday, February 28, 2020, at 10:30 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Angie Vertz officiating. Interment will be in the Locust Hill Cemetery, Rush Center, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to A Second Chance, La Crosse, Kansas, or Walnut Valley Senior Center, Rush Center, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.charterfunerals.com/locations/janousek-lacrosse.php.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Genita D. Hughes

Lloyd LeRoy Norberg, 87, of Lindsborg passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Riverview Estates in Marquette.  Lloyd was born October 20, 1932 in Lindsborg to the late LeRoy and the late Miriam (Wheeler) Norberg.  

Lloyd married Mary Ann Martin on January 25, 1953 at Elim Lutheran Church. He was a United States Army veteran.  Lloyd was a local farmer and truck driver for many years.

He is survived by his daughter: Donna Reiner (Steven) of Newton, KS; sons: Glenn Norberg of Lindsborg, and Mark (Jodie) Norberg of Lindsborg;  sister: Mildred Lois Michos (George) of FL; brother: Les Norberg of Soldier, KS;  daughters-in-law, DeeAnne Johnson (Troy) of Marquette, and Paula Norberg of Lindsborg; as well as 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Lloyd is preceded in death by his parents, his wife: Mary Ann; son: Larry Norberg; and daughter-in-law: Teri Norberg.

Visitation will be Tuesday, February 25 from 5pm-7pm at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS.

The funeral will be held 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 26 at Salemsborg Lutheran Church, 3831 W Salemsborg Rd, Smolan, KS with Pastor Ben Fulton officiating.  Burial will follow at Salemsborg Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Salemsborg Lutheran Cemetery.  Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Lloyd LeRoy Norberg, 87, of Lindsborg passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Riverview Estates in Marquette. Lloyd was born October 20, 1932 in Lindsborg to the late LeRoy and the late Miriam (Wheeler) Norberg. Lloyd married Mary Ann Martin on January 25, 1953 at Elim Lutheran Church. He was a United States Army veteran. Lloyd was a local farmer and truck driver for many years.He is survived by his daughter: Donna Reiner (Steven) of Newton, KS; sons: Glenn Norberg of Lindsborg, and Mark (Jodie) Norberg of Lindsborg; sister: Mildred Lois Michos (George) of FL; brother: Les Norberg of Soldier, KS; daughters-in-law, DeeAnne Johnson (Troy) of Marquette, and Paula Norberg of Lindsborg; as well as 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.Lloyd is preceded in death by his parents, his wife: Mary Ann; son: Larry Norberg; and daughter-in-law: Teri Norberg.Visitation will be Tuesday, February 25 from 5pm-7pm at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS.The funeral will be held 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 26 at Salemsborg Lutheran Church, 3831 W Salemsborg Rd, Smolan, KS with Pastor Ben Fulton officiating. Burial will follow at Salemsborg Lutheran Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Salemsborg Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Lloyd LeRoy Norberg



Ruby Joyce Wytcherley, 94, of McPherson, KS passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020, surrounded by her family at The Cedars in McPherson.

She was born on January 22, 1926, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Lewie L. and Orpha M. (Smith) Hastriter. She graduated from Central Academy and College in McPherson, KS and Greenville College in Greenville, IL with a degree in biology in 1947. On August 27, 1947, Ruby was united in marriage to Stanley G. Wytcherley in McPherson. This union was blessed with three children, Linda, Gary, and Lori.

Ruby and Stan lived in Southern California for 44 years before moving back to McPherson in 1996. She was an elementary school teacher for most of her years in California. She loved to travel, having been to 39 countries including Israel five times and all 50 states.

Survivors include: husband, Stan of McPherson; children, Linda Lundquist (Karl) of Katy, TX, Gary Wytcherley (Betty Ann) of Fullerton, CA, and Lori Enderle (Steve) of McPherson, KS; a sister, Donna Hull (Bob) of McPherson, KS; three grandchildren, Juliana Seale (Andy) of Katy, TX, Danny Enderle (Nancy) of Odenton, MD, and Sarah O'Neal (Adam) of McPherson, KS; and nine great-grandchildren.

A private family gathering will be held and the final resting place will be in McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to Bridges for Peace or The Shepherd’s Light in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.



Ruby Joyce Wytcherley, 94, of McPherson, KS passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020, surrounded by her family at The Cedars in McPherson.She was born on January 22, 1926, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Lewie L. and Orpha M. (Smith) Hastriter. She graduated from Central Academy and College in McPherson, KS and Greenville College in Greenville, IL with a degree in biology in 1947. On August 27, 1947, Ruby was united in marriage to Stanley G. Wytcherley in McPherson. This union was blessed with three children, Linda, Gary, and Lori.Ruby and Stan lived in Southern California for 44 years before moving back to McPherson in 1996. She was an elementary school teacher for most of her years in California. She loved to travel, having been to 39 countries including Israel five times and all 50 states.Survivors include: husband, Stan of McPherson; children, Linda Lundquist (Karl) of Katy, TX, Gary Wytcherley (Betty Ann) of Fullerton, CA, and Lori Enderle (Steve) of McPherson, KS; a sister, Donna Hull (Bob) of McPherson, KS; three grandchildren, Juliana Seale (Andy) of Katy, TX, Danny Enderle (Nancy) of Odenton, MD, and Sarah O'Neal (Adam) of McPherson, KS; and nine great-grandchildren.A private family gathering will be held and the final resting place will be in McPherson Cemetery.Memorial donations may be given to Bridges for Peace or The Shepherd’s Light in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Ruby Joyce Wytcherley

Constance Louise “Connie” Appel, 84, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born March 1, 1935 in Madison, KS, the oldest child of Glen I. and Waneta Fay (King) Redding. Connie spent nearly her entire life in the central Kansas communities of Bushton, Ellsworth, and Kanopolis. She had three siblings that she shared her fun-filled younger years with: Dale Redding of Augusta, KS, Don Redding of Bushton, and Carolin “Sue” Meier of Ellinwood, KS, who preceded her in death.

Connie married Albert “Popeye” Appel on February 26, 1955 and partnered a full and love-filled life together until Albert’s death in December of 2016. During their marriage, they had two sons, Jon (Sheri) of Manhattan, KS and Adam of Stillwater, OK. She was also blessed with four grandchildren, Jared, Logan, Aaron (Lindsey, and Adylee (Tyler) who she loved dearly.

Connie was known to be a very kind hearted mom, an aunt and friend to many nieces and nephews, and sister to the many people in her circle of life. She enjoyed cooking, fishing, playing cards, marbles, dominoes, and a “few” hot tub parties. Connie had a competitive streak against her husband which made for some spirited games. In her years in Bushton, she took on many tasks which included cooking at the local school, child care for various families that were temporarily in the area, running a concession stand for summer ball games, wine making, and fund raising for the troops in Vietnam. She loved dogs and cats, making homemade ice cream, and the road trips with Popeye to explore the back roads. While she was in Bushton, she was a member of the Bushton Methodist Church. In her later years, she lived in Ellsworth and Kanopolis and made many friends and continued entertaining. There, Connie and Popeye joined the Ellsworth First United Methodist Church to continue their faith.

During her twilight years after Albert’s passing, she lived at the Good Samaritan Home in Ellsworth where she was lovingly cared for by the staff as she suffered from dementia. As the sun was setting on life’s long road, she managed many smiles of love and appreciation to visiting family and friends and to the staff that were taking care of her.

Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Friday, February, 28, 2020 with family present 5-7 p.m. at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 29, 2020 at First United Methodist Church, Ellsworth.

Burial: 1:30 p.m., Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Bushton-Farmer Township Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Smoky Hills Charitable Foundation, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Constance Louise “Connie” Appel, 84, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born March 1, 1935 in Madison, KS, the oldest child of Glen I. and Waneta Fay (King) Redding. Connie spent nearly her entire life in the central Kansas communities of Bushton, Ellsworth, and Kanopolis. She had three siblings that she shared her fun-filled younger years with: Dale Redding of Augusta, KS, Don Redding of Bushton, and Carolin “Sue” Meier of Ellinwood, KS, who preceded her in death.Connie married Albert “Popeye” Appel on February 26, 1955 and partnered a full and love-filled life together until Albert’s death in December of 2016. During their marriage, they had two sons, Jon (Sheri) of Manhattan, KS and Adam of Stillwater, OK. She was also blessed with four grandchildren, Jared, Logan, Aaron (Lindsey, and Adylee (Tyler) who she loved dearly.Connie was known to be a very kind hearted mom, an aunt and friend to many nieces and nephews, and sister to the many people in her circle of life. She enjoyed cooking, fishing, playing cards, marbles, dominoes, and a “few” hot tub parties. Connie had a competitive streak against her husband which made for some spirited games. In her years in Bushton, she took on many tasks which included cooking at the local school, child care for various families that were temporarily in the area, running a concession stand for summer ball games, wine making, and fund raising for the troops in Vietnam. She loved dogs and cats, making homemade ice cream, and the road trips with Popeye to explore the back roads. While she was in Bushton, she was a member of the Bushton Methodist Church. In her later years, she lived in Ellsworth and Kanopolis and made many friends and continued entertaining. There, Connie and Popeye joined the Ellsworth First United Methodist Church to continue their faith.During her twilight years after Albert’s passing, she lived at the Good Samaritan Home in Ellsworth where she was lovingly cared for by the staff as she suffered from dementia. As the sun was setting on life’s long road, she managed many smiles of love and appreciation to visiting family and friends and to the staff that were taking care of her.Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Friday, February, 28, 2020 with family present 5-7 p.m. at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 29, 2020 at First United Methodist Church, Ellsworth.Burial: 1:30 p.m., Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Bushton-Farmer Township Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Smoky Hills Charitable Foundation, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Constance Louise “Connie” Appel

Della Irene Collette, 86 died February 22, 2020 in Inman, KS. She was born on March 25, 1933 in Miltonvale, KS, the daughter of Charles and Ruth (Webber) Kisby. Della married Donald Charles Collette on July 2, 1955 in Junction City, KS. He preceded her in death on April 24, 1985. She spent many years as a homemaker while raising her 6 children. Della later worked as a home health care worker, a bowling coach and a water board secretary. She was a member of the Episcopal Church in Junction City. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Melvin and Larry Kisby, and sisters: Dorothy Evanjo and Mary Lou Ruff.

Survivors:Daughter: Donna and husband Dwayne Hefling of Mt. Hope, KSDaughter: Tina Collette-Fritz of Hutchinson, KS Son: Leo and wife Shari Collette of Blackburn, MO Son: Mike and wife Chris Collette of Hutchinson, KS Son: Ben and wife Karen Collette of Raleigh, NC Daughter: Dawn Obrecht of Murphysboro, IL Sister: Charlene Stites of Amarillo, TX&nbsp; Grandchildren: Wendy Loughrie — engaged to Michael Forshee, Michael Loughrie - engaged to Brynn Howard, Nicole Collette Fritz - married to Tyler Kelsey, Patrick Collette, Benjamin Collette, Nicole Collette - married to Miguel Femandez, Shelby Collette, Donald Lee Milleson — married to Tawnya Milleson, Jessie James Milleson, Joshua Aaron Milleson, Kyle Collette — married to Jessica Collette, Meghan Collette, Amber Collette married to Aaron Bruce, Kelsey Obrecht, Tyler Obrecht, Randy Daily Great grandchildren: Tyler Loughrie engaged to Kristen Nichole, Whyatt Forshee, Isabella Forshee, Dustin Loughrie, Van Loop, Tanner Loughrie, Brooke Loop, Harley Collette, Gabriel Femandez, Jack Femandez, Aria Collette, Leroy Cross, Kloee Milleson, Makenna Milleson, Ashlynn Collins, Jayde Collins, Kristen Levado Cox, Jakob Collette, Katalina Collette, Mason Collette, Payton Hefling, Kaleb Bruce, Jaxon Bruce, David Obrecht, Alexander Obrecht, Bryson Obrecht, Jaxson Obrecht, soon to be- Rhilynn Obrecht

Funeral Services: Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the Faith United Church Presbyterian in Clifton, KS

Burial: Pleasant View Cemetery, Vining Kansas

Memorials: Bright House, Asperberger's Autism Network, American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society c/o Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

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 </figure>Della Irene Collette, 86 died February 22, 2020 in Inman, KS. She was born on March 25, 1933 in Miltonvale, KS, the daughter of Charles and Ruth (Webber) Kisby. Della married Donald Charles Collette on July 2, 1955 in Junction City, KS. He preceded her in death on April 24, 1985. She spent many years as a homemaker while raising her 6 children. Della later worked as a home health care worker, a bowling coach and a water board secretary. She was a member of the Episcopal Church in Junction City. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Melvin and Larry Kisby, and sisters: Dorothy Evanjo and Mary Lou Ruff.Survivors:Daughter: Donna and husband Dwayne Hefling of Mt. Hope, KSDaughter: Tina Collette-Fritz of Hutchinson, KS Son: Leo and wife Shari Collette of Blackburn, MO Son: Mike and wife Chris Collette of Hutchinson, KS Son: Ben and wife Karen Collette of Raleigh, NC Daughter: Dawn Obrecht of Murphysboro, IL Sister: Charlene Stites of Amarillo, TX&nbsp; Grandchildren: Wendy Loughrie — engaged to Michael Forshee, Michael Loughrie - engaged to Brynn Howard, Nicole Collette Fritz - married to Tyler Kelsey, Patrick Collette, Benjamin Collette, Nicole Collette - married to Miguel Femandez, Shelby Collette, Donald Lee Milleson — married to Tawnya Milleson, Jessie James Milleson, Joshua Aaron Milleson, Kyle Collette — married to Jessica Collette, Meghan Collette, Amber Collette married to Aaron Bruce, Kelsey Obrecht, Tyler Obrecht, Randy Daily Great grandchildren: Tyler Loughrie engaged to Kristen Nichole, Whyatt Forshee, Isabella Forshee, Dustin Loughrie, Van Loop, Tanner Loughrie, Brooke Loop, Harley Collette, Gabriel Femandez, Jack Femandez, Aria Collette, Leroy Cross, Kloee Milleson, Makenna Milleson, Ashlynn Collins, Jayde Collins, Kristen Levado Cox, Jakob Collette, Katalina Collette, Mason Collette, Payton Hefling, Kaleb Bruce, Jaxon Bruce, David Obrecht, Alexander Obrecht, Bryson Obrecht, Jaxson Obrecht, soon to be- Rhilynn ObrechtFuneral Services: Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the Faith United Church Presbyterian in Clifton, KSMinister: Pastor Roxie BaerBurial: Pleasant View Cemetery, Vining KansasMemorials: Bright House, Asperberger's Autism Network, American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society c/o Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Della Irene Collette

February 15, 1949~February 21, 2020(age 71)

Carol’s life began on February 15, 1949, in McPherson. She was the daughter of Bill and Virginia (Ayler) Richardson. Carol is a 1967 graduate of Kinsley High School. She was united in marriage to her husband of 33 years John Dvorak in July of 1986.&nbsp;

Carol held many jobs from driving trucks to being a rural mail carrier, but she especially loved her rural mail route. She enjoyed flower gardening, collecting giraffes and playing with her great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Longhorn Association. She enjoyed researching her genealogy and raising her goats.

Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband, John Dvorak of Marion; children, Sherry Dvorak of Hesston, Derick (Rachel) Dvorak of Salina and Darrin (Rachel) Dvorak of Galva; grandchildren, Daniel (Annabel) Dvorak, Steven Fortner, Dakota Dvorak, Landon Dvorak, Jacqueline Dvorak, Eragon Dvorak, Derrick (Erica) Dvorak, Zachary Dvorak and Jessica (Matt) Dallas; several great-grandchildren; sisters, Janet (Glen) Slay of Watsonville, California and Rosanne ( John ) Jordan of Gunnison, Colorado, and sister-in-law, Janet Richardson.&nbsp;

Carol passed on Friday, February 21, 2020, at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Steve Richardson.&nbsp;

Carol’s family will gather with friends on Wednesday, February 26, from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion. Her funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. at Newton First United Methodist Church, 801 N. Main Street, led by the Reverend Amos McCarthy.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions in Carol’s name may be directed to John Dvorak in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, KS 66861. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Carol at www.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure><h2>Carol Jean (Richardson) Dvorak</h2>February 15, 1949~February 21, 2020(age 71)Carol’s life began on February 15, 1949, in McPherson. She was the daughter of Bill and Virginia (Ayler) Richardson. Carol is a 1967 graduate of Kinsley High School. She was united in marriage to her husband of 33 years John Dvorak in July of 1986.&nbsp;Carol held many jobs from driving trucks to being a rural mail carrier, but she especially loved her rural mail route. She enjoyed flower gardening, collecting giraffes and playing with her great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Longhorn Association. She enjoyed researching her genealogy and raising her goats.Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband, John Dvorak of Marion; children, Sherry Dvorak of Hesston, Derick (Rachel) Dvorak of Salina and Darrin (Rachel) Dvorak of Galva; grandchildren, Daniel (Annabel) Dvorak, Steven Fortner, Dakota Dvorak, Landon Dvorak, Jacqueline Dvorak, Eragon Dvorak, Derrick (Erica) Dvorak, Zachary Dvorak and Jessica (Matt) Dallas; several great-grandchildren; sisters, Janet (Glen) Slay of Watsonville, California and Rosanne ( John ) Jordan of Gunnison, Colorado, and sister-in-law, Janet Richardson.&nbsp;Carol passed on Friday, February 21, 2020, at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Steve Richardson.&nbsp;Carol’s family will gather with friends on Wednesday, February 26, from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion. Her funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. at Newton First United Methodist Church, 801 N. Main Street, led by the Reverend Amos McCarthy.&nbsp;Memorial contributions in Carol’s name may be directed to John Dvorak in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, KS 66861. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Carol at www.ymzfh.com.

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