Dorothy Taylor, 90, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2020. Dorothy was born in Northampton, England, to Sidney and Nelly Headland and was the youngest of five children.

She met and married Leonard Taylor in England and subsequently moved to the United States in 1956. After living in several places around the United States, they settled in Salina in 1971. She worked for many years at Tony's Pizza before retiring.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Leonard and son Allen (Melanie) Taylor.

She is survived by her daughter Lynn Taylor, sons Leonard (Dorothy) Taylor and Gene (Araceli) Taylor, five grandchildren, one step-grandchild, nineteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her many friends and family.

Cremation was chosen and a Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, June 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary.

Condolences may be sent in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina.

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 </figure>Dorothy Taylor, 90, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2020. Dorothy was born in Northampton, England, to Sidney and Nelly Headland and was the youngest of five children.She met and married Leonard Taylor in England and subsequently moved to the United States in 1956. After living in several places around the United States, they settled in Salina in 1971. She worked for many years at Tony's Pizza before retiring.Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Leonard and son Allen (Melanie) Taylor.She is survived by her daughter Lynn Taylor, sons Leonard (Dorothy) Taylor and Gene (Araceli) Taylor, five grandchildren, one step-grandchild, nineteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her many friends and family.Cremation was chosen and a Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, June 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary.Condolences may be sent in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina.

Dorothy Taylor

Raelene Nichole Henderson, 36, the daughter of Max E. Henderson and Yvonne M. Cottenmyre and&nbsp;step- parents, Karen and Shawn Woolsey, was born May 8, 1984 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on June 1, 2020 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Raelene grew up and attended school in Belleville, graduating from Belleville High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She later also attended Cloud County Community College, Concordia, Kansas.

Raelene worked as a C.N.A. at local nursing homes and was a dispatcher for Republic County.&nbsp;&nbsp; She also worked as a hotel clerk at Super 8 in Belleville and in other hotels.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Raelene worked in the kitchen at the Golden Belle Haven also.

For the last few years, she made her home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Raelene loved her children and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She also loved social media and being around people.

She was preceded in death by her Uncle, Robert Cottenmyre; brother, Christopher Cottenmyre; and her grandfather, Robert E. Cottenmyre; nephew, Cayden Dunstan.

Raelene is survived by her children, Trenton J. Zenger of Haddam, KS, Elora G. Henderson and Brock A. Henderson of Belleville, KS;&nbsp; parents,&nbsp; Max and Vicki Henderson and Shawn and Karen Woolsey all of Belleville, KS; her mother, Yvonne Cottenmyre; &nbsp;&nbsp;Grandparents,&nbsp; Don and Eilene Henderson &amp; Bob and Phillis Bottger;&nbsp; siblings, Tess M. Woolsey, Micheal L. Lewis, Brent M. (Harley) Lewis, Sharla (Don) Gaskill, Crystal (Earl) Dunstan, Craig Henderson, Brittany Henderson; step sister, April (Travis) Lyon of Clay Center, KS and Sandra (Shawn) Kling of Concordia, KS;&nbsp; many nieces and nephews; cousins, other relatives and friends.

Cremation was selected and memorial services will be held at later time to be announced.

Inurnment will follow at the Belleville Cemetery, Belleville, KS

Memorials are suggested to the Raelene Henderson Memorial and may be directed to the family.

Online condolences to www.bachelor-surber.com or contact family at:

shawn.woolsey@usd333.com&nbsp; or&nbsp; tesswoolsey@gmail.com

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

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 </figure>Raelene Nichole Henderson, 36, the daughter of Max E. Henderson and Yvonne M. Cottenmyre and&nbsp;step- parents, Karen and Shawn Woolsey, was born May 8, 1984 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on June 1, 2020 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Raelene grew up and attended school in Belleville, graduating from Belleville High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She later also attended Cloud County Community College, Concordia, Kansas.Raelene worked as a C.N.A. at local nursing homes and was a dispatcher for Republic County.&nbsp;&nbsp; She also worked as a hotel clerk at Super 8 in Belleville and in other hotels.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Raelene worked in the kitchen at the Golden Belle Haven also.For the last few years, she made her home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Raelene loved her children and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She also loved social media and being around people.She was preceded in death by her Uncle, Robert Cottenmyre; brother, Christopher Cottenmyre; and her grandfather, Robert E. Cottenmyre; nephew, Cayden Dunstan.Raelene is survived by her children, Trenton J. Zenger of Haddam, KS, Elora G. Henderson and Brock A. Henderson of Belleville, KS;&nbsp; parents,&nbsp; Max and Vicki Henderson and Shawn and Karen Woolsey all of Belleville, KS; her mother, Yvonne Cottenmyre; &nbsp;&nbsp;Grandparents,&nbsp; Don and Eilene Henderson &amp; Bob and Phillis Bottger;&nbsp; siblings, Tess M. Woolsey, Micheal L. Lewis, Brent M. (Harley) Lewis, Sharla (Don) Gaskill, Crystal (Earl) Dunstan, Craig Henderson, Brittany Henderson; step sister, April (Travis) Lyon of Clay Center, KS and Sandra (Shawn) Kling of Concordia, KS;&nbsp; many nieces and nephews; cousins, other relatives and friends.Cremation was selected and memorial services will be held at later time to be announced.Inurnment will follow at the Belleville Cemetery, Belleville, KSMemorials are suggested to the Raelene Henderson Memorial and may be directed to the family.Online condolences to www.bachelor-surber.com or contact family at:shawn.woolsey@usd333.com&nbsp; or&nbsp; tesswoolsey@gmail.comBachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS is in charge of the arrangements.

Raelene Nichole Henderson

Diann M. Torrez, 88, passed away May 27, 2020 in San Jose, CA. She was born January 5, 1932.

A graveside service will take place at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Kanopolis Cemetery with Father Joshua Werth officiating.

Diann M. Torrez, 88, passed away May 27, 2020 in San Jose, CA. She was born January 5, 1932.A graveside service will take place at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Kanopolis Cemetery with Father Joshua Werth officiating.

Diann M. Torrez

&nbsp; Patricia L. “Pat” Lamborn, age 83, of Abilene, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2020 at the Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born January 25, 1937 in Trail, Oklahoma the daughter of Melvin R. and Mary Rose Lingenfelter. Following her high school graduation in Duke, Oklahoma, Pat attended a business college receiving her bookkeeping degree. On May 6, 1958 she was united in marriage to Arnold Lamborn in Altus, Oklahoma. Pat worked in the corporate offices as a bookkeeper at Alco-Duckwall for 37 years before retiring. She is survived by her daughters Melody Elsasser and her husband Dan of Abilene, Cindi Casanova and her husband Edwin of Solomon, Dr. Shawnie Lamborn of Tulsa, Oklahoma; sister Janet Clark of Kingston, Oklahoma, brother Bill Allen of Claremore, Oklahoma; six grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Arnold and her sister Mary Dale Wherritt. The family has selected cremation there will be no visitation. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Farmington Cemetery south of Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Patricia L. “Pat” Lamborn, age 83, of Abilene, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2020 at the Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born January 25, 1937 in Trail, Oklahoma the daughter of Melvin R. and Mary Rose Lingenfelter. Following her high school graduation in Duke, Oklahoma, Pat attended a business college receiving her bookkeeping degree. On May 6, 1958 she was united in marriage to Arnold Lamborn in Altus, Oklahoma. Pat worked in the corporate offices as a bookkeeper at Alco-Duckwall for 37 years before retiring. She is survived by her daughters Melody Elsasser and her husband Dan of Abilene, Cindi Casanova and her husband Edwin of Solomon, Dr. Shawnie Lamborn of Tulsa, Oklahoma; sister Janet Clark of Kingston, Oklahoma, brother Bill Allen of Claremore, Oklahoma; six grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Arnold and her sister Mary Dale Wherritt. The family has selected cremation there will be no visitation. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Farmington Cemetery south of Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Patricia L. “Pat” Lamborn

&nbsp; Verna May Linaweaver, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, June 4th, at Village Manor, Abilene, Kansas. Verna was born in Wishek, North Dakota on July 27, 1937, a daughter of the late Hulda (Schock) and Henry Hilscher. On September 22, 1959, Verna married Maynard F. Linaweaver in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Survivors include sons, Richard Linaweaver, of Salina, Kansas, Ronald Linaweaver (Kim, of Salina, Kansas; daughters, Rhonda Burt (Kim, of Bennington, Kansas, Renae Green (Ron, of Salina, Kansas, Ramona Perez, of Abilene, Kansas; brother, Roger Hilscher, of Aberdeen, South Dakota; sister, Dorothy Black (Dan, of Cleveland, Tennessee; long-time companion, Pete Jorgensen, of Salina, Kansas. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, Tisha Nickel, Chelsea Haines, Joshua Linaweaver, Amber Linaweaver, Dustin Linaweaver, Rebecca Dimaplas, Miranda Dimaplas, Rudy Dimaplas; 11 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild. Preceded in death by her husband, Maynard Linaweaver; sisters, Genevieve Berger, Janet Wyatt; and brother, Paul Hilcher. Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 9th, from 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm with family present from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, June 10th at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Verna May Linaweaver, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, June 4th, at Village Manor, Abilene, Kansas. Verna was born in Wishek, North Dakota on July 27, 1937, a daughter of the late Hulda (Schock) and Henry Hilscher. On September 22, 1959, Verna married Maynard F. Linaweaver in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Survivors include sons, Richard Linaweaver, of Salina, Kansas, Ronald Linaweaver (Kim, of Salina, Kansas; daughters, Rhonda Burt (Kim, of Bennington, Kansas, Renae Green (Ron, of Salina, Kansas, Ramona Perez, of Abilene, Kansas; brother, Roger Hilscher, of Aberdeen, South Dakota; sister, Dorothy Black (Dan, of Cleveland, Tennessee; long-time companion, Pete Jorgensen, of Salina, Kansas. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, Tisha Nickel, Chelsea Haines, Joshua Linaweaver, Amber Linaweaver, Dustin Linaweaver, Rebecca Dimaplas, Miranda Dimaplas, Rudy Dimaplas; 11 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild. Preceded in death by her husband, Maynard Linaweaver; sisters, Genevieve Berger, Janet Wyatt; and brother, Paul Hilcher. Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 9th, from 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm with family present from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, June 10th at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association, sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Verna May Linaweaver

Hillsboro - Joseph Kenneth Catron, 38, died June 3, 2020 at his residence rural Hillsboro. He was born November 27, 1981 in Wichita to Joseph and Delores (Norvell) Catron. 

Survivors include: parents, Joseph and Delores Catron of rural Hillsboro; brother, Jeremy (Jeanetta) Catron of Savannah, Georgia; nephews, Jackson, Jeremy, Jaden; nieces, Madison, Lexie. 

Visitation and viewing will be from noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. 

Memorials suggested to Wichita Humane Society in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. 

Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Hillsboro - Joseph Kenneth Catron, 38, died June 3, 2020 at his residence rural Hillsboro. He was born November 27, 1981 in Wichita to Joseph and Delores (Norvell) Catron. Survivors include: parents, Joseph and Delores Catron of rural Hillsboro; brother, Jeremy (Jeanetta) Catron of Savannah, Georgia; nephews, Jackson, Jeremy, Jaden; nieces, Madison, Lexie. Visitation and viewing will be from noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials suggested to Wichita Humane Society in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Joseph Kenneth Catron

Corby Joe Brown, age 49, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Mount Joseph Senior Village, Concordia, KS.&nbsp; He was born on October 26, 1970 in Concordia, Kansas to Jeri and Harriet (Shrader) Brown.

Corby is survived by his parents; 2 brothers, Ty Brown (Rene) and their children Nathan, Justin, David &amp; Rebekah and Jason Brown and partner Ebony and his children, Carly and Jaxon.

A gathering of family and friends will take place at a later date.

Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia is in charge of arrangements.

Corby Joe Brown, age 49, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Mount Joseph Senior Village, Concordia, KS.&nbsp; He was born on October 26, 1970 in Concordia, Kansas to Jeri and Harriet (Shrader) Brown.Corby is survived by his parents; 2 brothers, Ty Brown (Rene) and their children Nathan, Justin, David &amp; Rebekah and Jason Brown and partner Ebony and his children, Carly and Jaxon.A gathering of family and friends will take place at a later date.Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia is in charge of arrangements.

Corby Joe Brown

Linda (Ravenkamp) Ingram, 71, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 29, 2020. She was the first of nine children born to John J., Sr. and Susan (Snider) Ravenkamp on June 26, 1948 in Salina, Kansas. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1966 and attended Marymount College. She often worked as a bookkeeper, but she found her passion serving youth later in life working in the library at Salina High School Central, from which she retired in 2014 after 16 years of service.

Linda is preceded in death by her father, John, Sr.;step-father, Plemma Jamison; son, Zachary Ingram; brother, John J. Ravenkamp, Jr.; and sister, Mary Miller.

Known for her kindness and servant's heart, Linda could most often be found singing and serving at her home church, First Baptist Church Salina. Active in the church as a deacon, an elder, choir member, and adult Sunday school teacher over the years, she gave her life to serving Christ and others.

Linda was also notorious for her angelic voice. She was a member of the â€œSweet Adelinesâ€ Salina chapter in her youth and continued offering her voice for praise and worship in the choir and through solos at First Baptist Church Salina. Linda could often be caught humming and singing The Supremes tunes, old hymns, and praise music.

Linda is survived by her husband, Edward; daughters Amanda (Austin) Little of Salina, Adie (Brad) Fields of Meridian, MS, and Christine (Lynn) Cavaness of Nowata, OK; son Eric (Jackie) Cole of Colorado Springs; mother Susan Jamison of Salina; brother James (Patricia) Ravenkamp of Salina; sisters Marjorie Albertson of Greenwood, MO, Judy (Pat) Larson of Vesper, Cindy (Rob) Eisenhauer of Pratt, Teresa (Roger) Pearson of Ellsworth, Ann (Ken) Nowlin of Salina; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many others who simply knew her as "Mom," "sister," or friend.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 27, 2020 at First Baptist Church, 843 Lewis Ave. Salina.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Music Ministry or Tammy Walker Cancer Center of Salina, and may be sent in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 </figure>Linda (Ravenkamp) Ingram, 71, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 29, 2020. She was the first of nine children born to John J., Sr. and Susan (Snider) Ravenkamp on June 26, 1948 in Salina, Kansas. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1966 and attended Marymount College. She often worked as a bookkeeper, but she found her passion serving youth later in life working in the library at Salina High School Central, from which she retired in 2014 after 16 years of service.Linda is preceded in death by her father, John, Sr.;step-father, Plemma Jamison; son, Zachary Ingram; brother, John J. Ravenkamp, Jr.; and sister, Mary Miller.Known for her kindness and servant's heart, Linda could most often be found singing and serving at her home church, First Baptist Church Salina. Active in the church as a deacon, an elder, choir member, and adult Sunday school teacher over the years, she gave her life to serving Christ and others.Linda was also notorious for her angelic voice. She was a member of the â€œSweet Adelinesâ€ Salina chapter in her youth and continued offering her voice for praise and worship in the choir and through solos at First Baptist Church Salina. Linda could often be caught humming and singing The Supremes tunes, old hymns, and praise music.Linda is survived by her husband, Edward; daughters Amanda (Austin) Little of Salina, Adie (Brad) Fields of Meridian, MS, and Christine (Lynn) Cavaness of Nowata, OK; son Eric (Jackie) Cole of Colorado Springs; mother Susan Jamison of Salina; brother James (Patricia) Ravenkamp of Salina; sisters Marjorie Albertson of Greenwood, MO, Judy (Pat) Larson of Vesper, Cindy (Rob) Eisenhauer of Pratt, Teresa (Roger) Pearson of Ellsworth, Ann (Ken) Nowlin of Salina; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many others who simply knew her as "Mom," "sister," or friend.A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 27, 2020 at First Baptist Church, 843 Lewis Ave. Salina.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Music Ministry or Tammy Walker Cancer Center of Salina, and may be sent in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Linda (Ravenkamp) Ingram

Rita Jean Freeman, 73, of Salina, passed away Monday, May 18, 2020. She was born March 12, 1947 in Salina.

She worked as a Cook for CKF for over 10 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Alice (Slay) Bellinger; sister, Viola Slay; brothers, Duane Bellinger, Gregory Bellinger, Yvette Brown; grandson, Earnest Skillern IV.

Survivors include her step father, Issac Slay Sr; children, Alicia (Slay) Skillern, Jackie Slay, Christopher Freeman; brother, Issac Slay Jr.; sisters, Brenda Slay, Margaret Ann Parker, Valerie Bailey; grandchildren, Alyse Skillern, Jazmine Skillern, Alexis Skillern, James Smith, Jaquelyn Slay, Tacita Slay, Shaquille Slay; great grandchildren, Anothy Skillern, Azriel Brown, Khalil Slay, Destin Tillett, London Tillett, Roman Smith, Pheonix Smith, Ava Smith, Sophia Smith; and countless nieces and nephews. &nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 1pm, Friday, June 12, 2020 at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.

American Heart Association in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

For online condolences contact Roselawn at

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 </figure>Rita Jean Freeman, 73, of Salina, passed away Monday, May 18, 2020. She was born March 12, 1947 in Salina.She worked as a Cook for CKF for over 10 years.She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Alice (Slay) Bellinger; sister, Viola Slay; brothers, Duane Bellinger, Gregory Bellinger, Yvette Brown; grandson, Earnest Skillern IV.Survivors include her step father, Issac Slay Sr; children, Alicia (Slay) Skillern, Jackie Slay, Christopher Freeman; brother, Issac Slay Jr.; sisters, Brenda Slay, Margaret Ann Parker, Valerie Bailey; grandchildren, Alyse Skillern, Jazmine Skillern, Alexis Skillern, James Smith, Jaquelyn Slay, Tacita Slay, Shaquille Slay; great grandchildren, Anothy Skillern, Azriel Brown, Khalil Slay, Destin Tillett, London Tillett, Roman Smith, Pheonix Smith, Ava Smith, Sophia Smith; and countless nieces and nephews. &nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 1pm, Friday, June 12, 2020 at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.Memorials may be made toAmerican Heart Association in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.For online condolences contact Roselawn atwww.roselawnsalina.com

Rita Jean Freeman

James L (Jim) McKain, 84, was born Sept 28, 1935, to Wesley A. and M. Aletha (Somers) McKain and passed away May 15, 2020.&nbsp; He graduated from Tescott High School in 1953.&nbsp; Jim was united in marriage Feb. 1, 1957, to Janet Schur.&nbsp; They moved to Salina in 1960.&nbsp; Jim graduated from Kansas Wesleyan University of Salina with a Bachelor’s in Education and from Kansas State University with a Master’s in Education.&nbsp;

He was a farmer, little league baseball coach and worked in the warehouse at the Montgomery Ward store before his daughters were born.

He taught elementary school for USD 305 Salina for 27 years retiring in 1995.&nbsp; He had a combination 4th, 5th&nbsp;and 6th&nbsp;grade class at Parsons Elementary until it was closed, and then joined Whittier School as a 4th&nbsp;grade teacher until his retirement.

Jim and his wife, Janet, also volunteered at The Church of the Cross nursery for both Sunday services as well as bell and choir practices on Wednesdays for many years.&nbsp; They spent many hours caring for infants to age 5 or older every week for these events.

Jim was a co-founder, along with the late Stuart “Vick” Vickroy, of the band The Country Playboys who, in their younger days played dances all over the state of Kansas, and entertained at local area nursing homes as a time to practice … When they retired from doing dances, he and many musicians continued to play at local nursing homes under the name The Country Playboys until he decided it was time to retire from being “the boss”.&nbsp; He turned the reins over to his daughter Valorie and along with more musicians became Gabby and the Guys and continued to play until 2018– Jim played music at nursing homes as a part of these two groups for over 50 years.

He was proceeded in death by his wife Janet, his parents and an infant brother.&nbsp;

He is survived by his two daughters and their husbands Valorie McKain and Max Pfrang of Manhattan; Victoria McKain and John Schafer of Rosalia; and a special family - Bruce and Katie Fast of Salina and their children Luke, Sarah and Paul.

Jim is also survived by in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins; the many children he taught, coached or cared for and the staff and residents of McCall Manor.

Cremation has been chosen. There will be no visitation.

Memorial services will be announced later.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alex’s House, a dog rescue run by Vicki and John, in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402 or online at their website

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 </figure>James L (Jim) McKain, 84, was born Sept 28, 1935, to Wesley A. and M. Aletha (Somers) McKain and passed away May 15, 2020.&nbsp; He graduated from Tescott High School in 1953.&nbsp; Jim was united in marriage Feb. 1, 1957, to Janet Schur.&nbsp; They moved to Salina in 1960.&nbsp; Jim graduated from Kansas Wesleyan University of Salina with a Bachelor’s in Education and from Kansas State University with a Master’s in Education.&nbsp;He was a farmer, little league baseball coach and worked in the warehouse at the Montgomery Ward store before his daughters were born.Jim loved kids….He taught elementary school for USD 305 Salina for 27 years retiring in 1995.&nbsp; He had a combination 4th, 5th&nbsp;and 6th&nbsp;grade class at Parsons Elementary until it was closed, and then joined Whittier School as a 4th&nbsp;grade teacher until his retirement.Jim and his wife, Janet, also volunteered at The Church of the Cross nursery for both Sunday services as well as bell and choir practices on Wednesdays for many years.&nbsp; They spent many hours caring for infants to age 5 or older every week for these events.Jim was a co-founder, along with the late Stuart “Vick” Vickroy, of the band The Country Playboys who, in their younger days played dances all over the state of Kansas, and entertained at local area nursing homes as a time to practice … When they retired from doing dances, he and many musicians continued to play at local nursing homes under the name The Country Playboys until he decided it was time to retire from being “the boss”.&nbsp; He turned the reins over to his daughter Valorie and along with more musicians became Gabby and the Guys and continued to play until 2018– Jim played music at nursing homes as a part of these two groups for over 50 years.He was proceeded in death by his wife Janet, his parents and an infant brother.&nbsp;He is survived by his two daughters and their husbands Valorie McKain and Max Pfrang of Manhattan; Victoria McKain and John Schafer of Rosalia; and a special family - Bruce and Katie Fast of Salina and their children Luke, Sarah and Paul.Jim is also survived by in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins; the many children he taught, coached or cared for and the staff and residents of McCall Manor.Cremation has been chosen. There will be no visitation.Memorial services will be announced later.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alex’s House, a dog rescue run by Vicki and John, in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402 or online at their websiteAlexshouse.org.

James L (Jim) McKain

Betty A. Neill, 92, of Emporia, passed, away Monday, June 1, 2020. She was born April 27, 1928 in Russell, Kansas.

She worked for Franklin Savings as a loan specialist for 20 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Agnes (Hedquist) Rhea; husband, Willis H. Neill; brothers, Kenneth Rhea, Glendon Rhea.

Survivors include her 4 sons, Steven W. Neill (Kay, Michael C. Neill (Ronnie, Patrick K. Neill (Kathie, Richard R. Neill; brother, James Rhea; 7 grandchildren; 6 great great-grandchildren.

Graveside service will be held on Saturday, 11:30am, June 6, 2020 at Roselawn Memorial Park, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.

Kansas State Nursing Association in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure>Betty A. Neill, 92, of Emporia, passed, away Monday, June 1, 2020. She was born April 27, 1928 in Russell, Kansas.She worked for Franklin Savings as a loan specialist for 20 years.She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Agnes (Hedquist) Rhea; husband, Willis H. Neill; brothers, Kenneth Rhea, Glendon Rhea.Survivors include her 4 sons, Steven W. Neill (Kay, Michael C. Neill (Ronnie, Patrick K. Neill (Kathie, Richard R. Neill; brother, James Rhea; 7 grandchildren; 6 great great-grandchildren.Graveside service will be held on Saturday, 11:30am, June 6, 2020 at Roselawn Memorial Park, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.Memorials may be made toKansas State Nursing Association in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.For online condolences contact Roselawn atwww.roselawnsalina.com

Betty A. Neill

&nbsp; William Harold "Bill" Maurer, 74, of Inman, Kansas, passed away at 3:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 surrounded by his family at Hospice House of Reno County, Hutchinson. William was born in Mitchell, South Dakota on September 15, 1945, a son of Hans William and Maybelle Ruth (Sauerbier) Maurer. Bill attended Kalispell area grade schools and graduated from Flathead High School, in Kalispell, Montana in 1963. In 1965 Bill entered into the United States Army and honorably served his country during the Vietnam War and was discharged in 1969. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church McPherson. Through the years Bill worked as a heavy equipment operator and worked for the city of Kalispell in Montana from 1971 to 1985. He moved back to Inman in 1986 and worked 30 years for the City of Inman until his retirement as City Superintendent 2016. Bill enjoyed camping, gun collecting and traveling especially back to Montana where he grew up and raised his family. William Harold "Bill" Maurer was united in marriage to Donna Christine Winter on February 8, 1969 at Grace Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Georgia while he was serving his country. Later that year, he was honorably discharged and the couple moved to Inman, Kansas and later moved to his beloved state of Montana to raise their family. This union was blessed with 3 children, two daughters and one son, Barbara, Bill and Becky. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Donna Maurer, of Inman, Kansas; his children, Barbara Nelson and her husband Greg, of Lansing, Kansas, Bill Maurer and his wife Keri, of Inman, Kansas and Becky Knackstedt and her husband Kendall, of Inman, Kansas; his sister Margaret Davis and her husband Roy, of Florance, Oregon. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Bradley Maurer, Jackson Nelson, Lauren Maurer, Sydney Maurer, Kristen Knackstedt and Tanner Knackstedt Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Gordon Maurer and John Maurer and two sisters, Phyllis Maurer and Carol Ann Larson. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 5, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 P.m. at the Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas with Reverend Dale Dumperth officiating. Burial will be at North Inman Cemetery Inman, Kansas. Military honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 24 and Veteran's of Foreign Wars Post 2715, both of McPherson. Memorial contributions can be made to The ALS Association, Hospice House of Reno County or Grace Lutheran Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 West Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; William Harold "Bill" Maurer, 74, of Inman, Kansas, passed away at 3:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 surrounded by his family at Hospice House of Reno County, Hutchinson. William was born in Mitchell, South Dakota on September 15, 1945, a son of Hans William and Maybelle Ruth (Sauerbier) Maurer. Bill attended Kalispell area grade schools and graduated from Flathead High School, in Kalispell, Montana in 1963. In 1965 Bill entered into the United States Army and honorably served his country during the Vietnam War and was discharged in 1969. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church McPherson. Through the years Bill worked as a heavy equipment operator and worked for the city of Kalispell in Montana from 1971 to 1985. He moved back to Inman in 1986 and worked 30 years for the City of Inman until his retirement as City Superintendent 2016. Bill enjoyed camping, gun collecting and traveling especially back to Montana where he grew up and raised his family. William Harold "Bill" Maurer was united in marriage to Donna Christine Winter on February 8, 1969 at Grace Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Georgia while he was serving his country. Later that year, he was honorably discharged and the couple moved to Inman, Kansas and later moved to his beloved state of Montana to raise their family. This union was blessed with 3 children, two daughters and one son, Barbara, Bill and Becky. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Donna Maurer, of Inman, Kansas; his children, Barbara Nelson and her husband Greg, of Lansing, Kansas, Bill Maurer and his wife Keri, of Inman, Kansas and Becky Knackstedt and her husband Kendall, of Inman, Kansas; his sister Margaret Davis and her husband Roy, of Florance, Oregon. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Bradley Maurer, Jackson Nelson, Lauren Maurer, Sydney Maurer, Kristen Knackstedt and Tanner Knackstedt Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Gordon Maurer and John Maurer and two sisters, Phyllis Maurer and Carol Ann Larson. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 5, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 P.m. at the Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas with Reverend Dale Dumperth officiating. Burial will be at North Inman Cemetery Inman, Kansas. Military honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 24 and Veteran's of Foreign Wars Post 2715, both of McPherson. Memorial contributions can be made to The ALS Association, Hospice House of Reno County or Grace Lutheran Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home, 222 West Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William Harold "Bill" Maurer

Graveside services will be at 10:30 AM Tuesday, June 9 at the Elmwood Cemetery. 

Visitation will be from 1-7 PM Monday, June 8 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. 

Memorials may be given to Resident Care Center or Solomon Valley Hospice.

Wanda ClarkJune 25, 1932 - June 03, 2020Graveside services will be at 10:30 AM Tuesday, June 9 at the Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM Monday, June 8 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Resident Care Center or Solomon Valley Hospice.

Wanda Clark

James “Jim” W. Davis, 72, owner of Jim Davis A/C of Marion, passed away Monday, June 1, 2020.

Jim was born September 14, 1947, to William Edsel Davis and Mary Elizabeth Davis (Transue) in Smith Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Jim graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School in 1965 and completed Technical School with two certifications in Engineering and HVAC.&nbsp; He was a Sergeant in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a Radio Teletype.&nbsp; On May 17, 1969, Jim married Jannette Penner in Olathe, Kansas.&nbsp; After some time, Jim settled his family in Marion, Kansas and proceeded to build his family.&nbsp;

Jim was a life member of the local VFW and served as the Commander in Chief the last few years.&nbsp; He also served 42 years with Marion Fire Department, where he ended his career there as the Assistant Fire Chief.&nbsp; Jim had a private pilot license and loved to fly in his Cherokee plane and his ultra-light around Marion County, and many times beyond.

His father, William E. Davis preceded him in death.&nbsp; His loving family includes his wife, Jannette “Jan” Davis of the home; his mother, Mary Davis of Bashor, Kansas; sons, William H. Davis of Aurora, Colorado, James Davis (spouse Betsy Davis) of Halstead, Kansas; daughters, Michele Seadeek of Marion, Jamie Davis (spouse Brian Penning) of Defiance, Missouri, Jessica Euwer (spouse Derek Euwer) of Burrton, Kansas; and nine grandchildren.&nbsp;

Service will be held at Davis Homestead at 2224 Gilham Rd, Marion, Kansas on Tuesday, June 9th, 2020 at 11:00 A.M.

Memorials may be directed to the Marion Fire Department, Marion, Kansas in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861.&nbsp; Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Jim at ww.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure>James “Jim” W. Davis, 72, owner of Jim Davis A/C of Marion, passed away Monday, June 1, 2020.Jim was born September 14, 1947, to William Edsel Davis and Mary Elizabeth Davis (Transue) in Smith Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Jim graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School in 1965 and completed Technical School with two certifications in Engineering and HVAC.&nbsp; He was a Sergeant in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a Radio Teletype.&nbsp; On May 17, 1969, Jim married Jannette Penner in Olathe, Kansas.&nbsp; After some time, Jim settled his family in Marion, Kansas and proceeded to build his family.&nbsp;Jim was a life member of the local VFW and served as the Commander in Chief the last few years.&nbsp; He also served 42 years with Marion Fire Department, where he ended his career there as the Assistant Fire Chief.&nbsp; Jim had a private pilot license and loved to fly in his Cherokee plane and his ultra-light around Marion County, and many times beyond.His father, William E. Davis preceded him in death.&nbsp; His loving family includes his wife, Jannette “Jan” Davis of the home; his mother, Mary Davis of Bashor, Kansas; sons, William H. Davis of Aurora, Colorado, James Davis (spouse Betsy Davis) of Halstead, Kansas; daughters, Michele Seadeek of Marion, Jamie Davis (spouse Brian Penning) of Defiance, Missouri, Jessica Euwer (spouse Derek Euwer) of Burrton, Kansas; and nine grandchildren.&nbsp;Service will be held at Davis Homestead at 2224 Gilham Rd, Marion, Kansas on Tuesday, June 9th, 2020 at 11:00 A.M.Memorials may be directed to the Marion Fire Department, Marion, Kansas in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861.&nbsp; Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Jim at ww.ymzfh.com.

James “Jim” W. Davis

Dick’s life began on January 27, 1937, the son of Edmund and Thekla (Storck) Schnitker in Hoyleton, Illinois. He graduated from Concordia High School Class of 1954 and continued his education to receive his Bachelor’s Degree in Music and Education from Concordia University in 1958. He married Betty Jean Weber on June 15, 1958 in Amherst, Colorado. Dick was a music and elementary school teacher and later worked in sales and management.

Dick and Betty worked where the work took them from Evansville, Indiana, Saginaw, Michigan, Hutchinson, Kansas, Denver and Colorado Springs, Colorado, Farmington and Grants New Mexico, Frisco, Texas and Wichita, Kansas. Wherever they lived Dick was involved with the church as an organist or choir director, church boards and a Bible study teacher. He was also involved in Civitan, Lions and several civic organizations.

His loving family includes his wife of almost 62 years, Betty of the home; son, Terry Schnitker of Augusta, Kansas, granddaughters, Makenzi and Mariah Schnitker of Augusta; a brother and his wife, Rollen and Gerri Schnitker, and a sister-in-law, Margaret “Ann” Schnitker all of Hoyleton, Illinois; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Michael (May 5, 2020) and his brother, Donald Schnitker. Dick passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2020 at the age of 83 years old. He is now breathing easily as he is playing and singing joyfully to his Lord and Savior.

Services are pending at this time. Memorial contributions in Dick’s name may be directed to His Helping Hands in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063. Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Dick at www.ymzfh.com

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 </figure><h2>Richard "Dick" Henry Schnitker</h2>January 27, 1937~June 1, 2020(age 83)Dick’s life began on January 27, 1937, the son of Edmund and Thekla (Storck) Schnitker in Hoyleton, Illinois. He graduated from Concordia High School Class of 1954 and continued his education to receive his Bachelor’s Degree in Music and Education from Concordia University in 1958. He married Betty Jean Weber on June 15, 1958 in Amherst, Colorado. Dick was a music and elementary school teacher and later worked in sales and management.Dick and Betty worked where the work took them from Evansville, Indiana, Saginaw, Michigan, Hutchinson, Kansas, Denver and Colorado Springs, Colorado, Farmington and Grants New Mexico, Frisco, Texas and Wichita, Kansas. Wherever they lived Dick was involved with the church as an organist or choir director, church boards and a Bible study teacher. He was also involved in Civitan, Lions and several civic organizations.His loving family includes his wife of almost 62 years, Betty of the home; son, Terry Schnitker of Augusta, Kansas, granddaughters, Makenzi and Mariah Schnitker of Augusta; a brother and his wife, Rollen and Gerri Schnitker, and a sister-in-law, Margaret “Ann” Schnitker all of Hoyleton, Illinois; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Michael (May 5, 2020) and his brother, Donald Schnitker. Dick passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2020 at the age of 83 years old. He is now breathing easily as he is playing and singing joyfully to his Lord and Savior.Services are pending at this time. Memorial contributions in Dick’s name may be directed to His Helping Hands in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063. Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Dick at www.ymzfh.com

Richard "Dick" Henry Schnitker

Peggy Darlene (Horton) Colby, 89, passed away Friday, May 29 in St. Augustine, Florida where they were living.&nbsp; Peggy was born September 29, 1930 in the Elm Creek Township, Morris County, Kansas.&nbsp;

Peggy lived in Wilsey until she moved to Council Grove for her senior year in High School where she graduated in 1948.&nbsp; It was at Council Grove High School where she met the love of her life, Gene Colby.&nbsp; They were married in New London, CT, December 18, 1948 where Gene was stationed while serving in the Navy.

Peggy is survived by her husband of 71 years, Gene Colby, their daughters Lynda Whitlock and husband Stuart, St. Augustine, FL, and Diane Wolfe, Council Grove, KS.&nbsp; They had four grandchildren Kevin Zimmerman; Darren Zimmerman and his fiancée Brianna; Angela and her husband Dave Hulays; Brian Whitlock and his wife Jennifer.&nbsp; Five great grand-children, Owen and Max Hulays; Colby, Charlotte and Emma Whitlock.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brother Guy Horton and his wife Donna, sister-in-law Bert Horton and many loved nieces and nephews and friends. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents Lue and Bonnie Horton, brothers, Leo, Dean, Don, Leland Horton and sister, Wilma Bennett.&nbsp;

Peggy loved being a stay-at-home wife and mother. She helped out at Colby’s Café, the restaurant they first owned when they moved back to Council Grove in 1956 then helped out at Colby’s Toggery whenever she could. Peggy was an active member at the First Congregational Church and was well known for her ability to cut and perm hair for all of her friends and family.&nbsp; They enjoyed living at the Council Grove Lake for many years in the 70’s and 80’s, boating and entertaining their friends.&nbsp; In the 1990’s they moved to the warmer climate of Texas.&nbsp; Peggy enjoyed living on the golf course and learning to play golf.&nbsp; She loved her friends and enjoyed socializing with them.&nbsp; She was an avid bridge player and participated in many activities in the golf club community where they resided.&nbsp; Peggy loved life, enjoyed people and made friends easily.

No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, donations and memorials can be made to the Council Grove Area Foundation. PO Box 137, Council Grove, KS&nbsp;&nbsp; 66846

Peggy Darlene (Horton) Colby, 89, passed away Friday, May 29 in St. Augustine, Florida where they were living.&nbsp; Peggy was born September 29, 1930 in the Elm Creek Township, Morris County, Kansas.&nbsp;Peggy lived in Wilsey until she moved to Council Grove for her senior year in High School where she graduated in 1948.&nbsp; It was at Council Grove High School where she met the love of her life, Gene Colby.&nbsp; They were married in New London, CT, December 18, 1948 where Gene was stationed while serving in the Navy.Peggy is survived by her husband of 71 years, Gene Colby, their daughters Lynda Whitlock and husband Stuart, St. Augustine, FL, and Diane Wolfe, Council Grove, KS.&nbsp; They had four grandchildren Kevin Zimmerman; Darren Zimmerman and his fiancée Brianna; Angela and her husband Dave Hulays; Brian Whitlock and his wife Jennifer.&nbsp; Five great grand-children, Owen and Max Hulays; Colby, Charlotte and Emma Whitlock.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brother Guy Horton and his wife Donna, sister-in-law Bert Horton and many loved nieces and nephews and friends. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents Lue and Bonnie Horton, brothers, Leo, Dean, Don, Leland Horton and sister, Wilma Bennett.&nbsp;Peggy loved being a stay-at-home wife and mother. She helped out at Colby’s Café, the restaurant they first owned when they moved back to Council Grove in 1956 then helped out at Colby’s Toggery whenever she could. Peggy was an active member at the First Congregational Church and was well known for her ability to cut and perm hair for all of her friends and family.&nbsp; They enjoyed living at the Council Grove Lake for many years in the 70’s and 80’s, boating and entertaining their friends.&nbsp; In the 1990’s they moved to the warmer climate of Texas.&nbsp; Peggy enjoyed living on the golf course and learning to play golf.&nbsp; She loved her friends and enjoyed socializing with them.&nbsp; She was an avid bridge player and participated in many activities in the golf club community where they resided.&nbsp; Peggy loved life, enjoyed people and made friends easily.No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, donations and memorials can be made to the Council Grove Area Foundation. PO Box 137, Council Grove, KS&nbsp;&nbsp; 66846

Peggy Darlene (Horton) Colby

&nbsp; James Michael Brierton (Mike, 69, Abilene, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on June 2, 2020 in his home. He was born on July 15, 1950 in Keokuk, Iowa to James and Dorothy Brierton. 

He attended Ferris Illinois Elementary School and graduated from Carthage High School in 1968. Brierton gained his Associate’s Degree in Engineering from Spoon River College in 1970. 

On March 18, 1972, he married Theresa (Schutte) Brierton in Carthage, Illinois.

Mike was an engineer in Peoria, Goodland and Galva, Illinois until relocating his family to Abilene, Kansas in 1982 to pursue work. He took a position at Abilene Equipment, He then founded Brierton Engineering Incorporated in 1987 where he worked until his death. He loved to work and took great pride in providing for his employees and family. Mike was a generous employer and will be greatly missed by employees that he considered family.

Mike was very involved in the community. He was a member of Abilene First Christian Church, the Elks Club and the ‘Old Farts Club’ in which he enjoyed breakfast, coffee and jokes with his friends. 

He was a humble and generous man, who had a knack for making you smile in many ways. 

He was passionate about funding organizations such as Great Plains Theater, Salina Rescue Mission and Salvation Army and countless others, never wanting recognition in return. Mike was always willing to help someone in need whether that be lending a listening ear, giving advice or providing financial assistance. 

He was an avid reader of novels as well as any informative political, scientific, health, automotive or intellectual articles which gave him great wisdom. 

Besides working, Mike loved to mow, drive his tractor, attend various family sporting events and spend time visiting with his grandchildren. 

Anyone that knew Mike, knew he adored and loved his grandchildren and took great pride in sharing their accomplishments with others. But above all, he loved his Lord and Savior and strived to follow Him.

Mike is preceded in death by his parents, James and Dorothy Brierton, sister, Joyce Whitcomb, and brother, Gary Brierton. 

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Theresa of the home, sister, Patty Thomas (John) of New Whiteland, Indiana, brothers, Dennis Brierton (Pat) of Queen Creek, Arizona, Roger Brierton (Kathy) of Carthage, Illinois, daughters, Sarah Jordan (Malik) of Salina, Kansas, Julie Doughtery (Bill) of Shawnee, Kansas, Catherine Brierton of Lawrence, Kansas, son, Tim Brierton (Heather) of Gulfport, Mississippi and eight grandchildren, Rhianna Jordan (Cade Cranston) of Parker, Colorado, Caleb, Joshua, Layla and Amarah Jordan of Salina, Kansas, Blayne, Blaize and Brooklyn Brierton of Gulfport, Mississippi. He will be deeply missed by his cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews and community.

The visitation is scheduled on Sunday at 5-6:30 p.m. at Abilene First Christian Church, 612 N. Buckeye Ave. Abilene, Kansas. There will be a reception following the visitation at St. Andrew’s Parish at 311 S. Buckeye Ave. Abilene, Kansas. The funeral service is on Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Abilene First Christian Church 612 N. Buckeye Ave. Abilene, Kansas. We will be taking precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Masks are recommended but not required, along with social distancing. The funeral will be live-streamed at AbileneFCC.com. Internment is at Mount St. Joseph Cemetery, West 2400 Abilene, Kansas, directly following the memorial service.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; James Michael Brierton (Mike, 69, Abilene, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on June 2, 2020 in his home. He was born on July 15, 1950 in Keokuk, Iowa to James and Dorothy Brierton. He attended Ferris Illinois Elementary School and graduated from Carthage High School in 1968. Brierton gained his Associate’s Degree in Engineering from Spoon River College in 1970. On March 18, 1972, he married Theresa (Schutte) Brierton in Carthage, Illinois. Mike was an engineer in Peoria, Goodland and Galva, Illinois until relocating his family to Abilene, Kansas in 1982 to pursue work. He took a position at Abilene Equipment, He then founded Brierton Engineering Incorporated in 1987 where he worked until his death. He loved to work and took great pride in providing for his employees and family. Mike was a generous employer and will be greatly missed by employees that he considered family. Mike was very involved in the community. He was a member of Abilene First Christian Church, the Elks Club and the ‘Old Farts Club’ in which he enjoyed breakfast, coffee and jokes with his friends. He was a humble and generous man, who had a knack for making you smile in many ways. He was passionate about funding organizations such as Great Plains Theater, Salina Rescue Mission and Salvation Army and countless others, never wanting recognition in return. Mike was always willing to help someone in need whether that be lending a listening ear, giving advice or providing financial assistance. He was an avid reader of novels as well as any informative political, scientific, health, automotive or intellectual articles which gave him great wisdom. Besides working, Mike loved to mow, drive his tractor, attend various family sporting events and spend time visiting with his grandchildren. Anyone that knew Mike, knew he adored and loved his grandchildren and took great pride in sharing their accomplishments with others. But above all, he loved his Lord and Savior and strived to follow Him. Mike is preceded in death by his parents, James and Dorothy Brierton, sister, Joyce Whitcomb, and brother, Gary Brierton. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Theresa of the home, sister, Patty Thomas (John) of New Whiteland, Indiana, brothers, Dennis Brierton (Pat) of Queen Creek, Arizona, Roger Brierton (Kathy) of Carthage, Illinois, daughters, Sarah Jordan (Malik) of Salina, Kansas, Julie Doughtery (Bill) of Shawnee, Kansas, Catherine Brierton of Lawrence, Kansas, son, Tim Brierton (Heather) of Gulfport, Mississippi and eight grandchildren, Rhianna Jordan (Cade Cranston) of Parker, Colorado, Caleb, Joshua, Layla and Amarah Jordan of Salina, Kansas, Blayne, Blaize and Brooklyn Brierton of Gulfport, Mississippi. He will be deeply missed by his cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews and community. The visitation is scheduled on Sunday at 5-6:30 p.m. at Abilene First Christian Church, 612 N. Buckeye Ave. Abilene, Kansas. There will be a reception following the visitation at St. Andrew’s Parish at 311 S. Buckeye Ave. Abilene, Kansas. The funeral service is on Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Abilene First Christian Church 612 N. Buckeye Ave. Abilene, Kansas. We will be taking precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Masks are recommended but not required, along with social distancing. The funeral will be live-streamed at AbileneFCC.com. Internment is at Mount St. Joseph Cemetery, West 2400 Abilene, Kansas, directly following the memorial service.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James Michael Brierton (Mike

Annadene (Elliott) Ayersof Salina ended her journey in this her life on Sunday May 31, 2020 at Village Manor in Abilene Kansas, three days short of her 95th birthday. Born in Gypsum, KS on June 3, 1925 to Byron and Pearl Elliott, Annadene was a lifelong resident of Salina, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her husband Harvey and her eldest son Warren.

Annadene is survived by her son Eldon (Mary Jane) Ayers who lives in Las Cruces, NM.

Annadene was a loving mother taking great pride and self-fulfillment in her family and her relationships with friends. Her life was full of energetic activities including volunteer work for the local hospitals, Trinity Lutheran Church, and serving a term as president of Salina’s Women’s Auxiliary for the VFW. She was a loving woman and was known and loved by many.

A memorial for Annadene Ayers has been established at the Kansas State University Foundation.

Contributions may be sent to: KSU Foundation, 1800 Kimball Ave., Ste 200, Manhattan, KS 66502, please indicate fund M47306. To make a gift online, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksufoundation.org/give/memorials" target="_blank">https://www.ksufoundation.org/give/memorials</a>.

Annadene (Elliott) Ayersof Salina ended her journey in this her life on Sunday May 31, 2020 at Village Manor in Abilene Kansas, three days short of her 95th birthday. Born in Gypsum, KS on June 3, 1925 to Byron and Pearl Elliott, Annadene was a lifelong resident of Salina, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her husband Harvey and her eldest son Warren.Annadene is survived by her son Eldon (Mary Jane) Ayers who lives in Las Cruces, NM.Annadene was a loving mother taking great pride and self-fulfillment in her family and her relationships with friends. Her life was full of energetic activities including volunteer work for the local hospitals, Trinity Lutheran Church, and serving a term as president of Salina’s Women’s Auxiliary for the VFW. She was a loving woman and was known and loved by many.A memorial for Annadene Ayers has been established at the Kansas State University Foundation.Contributions may be sent to: KSU Foundation, 1800 Kimball Ave., Ste 200, Manhattan, KS 66502, please indicate fund M47306. To make a gift online, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksufoundation.org/give/memorials" target="_blank">https://www.ksufoundation.org/give/memorials</a>.

Annadene (Elliott) Ayers

Loretta Dean Ledet 84, passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2020 in Wichita, at the Kansas Masonic Home. Loretta was born on October 25, 1934 in Beverly Kansas. Daughter of Lilian Paulson and William Fenton. In her life, Loretta was a dedicated mother. She enjoyed painting and waitressing at Schilling Air Force Base. On November 10, 1973 in Salina, KS. She was united in marriage for 37 years to Jefferson Lee “Pops” Ledet and he preceded her in death on November 12,&nbsp;2020. She is also preceded by her parents, daughter Edith Renee Green and two great grandchildren.

Loretta is survived by her children Stephen (Jessie) L. Brown, Rocky (Kathy) Dean Brown, Michelle (Bryan) McWhorter; grandchildren, Stephanie (Joshua, Amanda, Travis (Rian, Mathew, Alicia (Chris, Melissa, Destinee (Jason, Megan (Ronald, Rylee, Josie (Austin). Loretta is also survived by 19 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.

Loretta had a love for animals and was committed in life to caring for her children and husband, towards the end of Loretta’s life, she gave her time to encouraging her fellow residents to become closer to their faith though the bible.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 2-5 with family 3-5pm. Visitation will be at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel. Services will be held June 12, 2020 at 1 pm at Roselawn Memorial Park, 1920 E. Crawford St. Salina, KS, where she will be laid to rest.

Family has requested that everyone bring their own masks.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kansas Humane Society. 3313 N Hillside, Wichita, KS, 67219.

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 </figure>Loretta Dean Ledet 84, passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2020 in Wichita, at the Kansas Masonic Home. Loretta was born on October 25, 1934 in Beverly Kansas. Daughter of Lilian Paulson and William Fenton. In her life, Loretta was a dedicated mother. She enjoyed painting and waitressing at Schilling Air Force Base. On November 10, 1973 in Salina, KS. She was united in marriage for 37 years to Jefferson Lee “Pops” Ledet and he preceded her in death on November 12,&nbsp;2020. She is also preceded by her parents, daughter Edith Renee Green and two great grandchildren.Loretta is survived by her children Stephen (Jessie) L. Brown, Rocky (Kathy) Dean Brown, Michelle (Bryan) McWhorter; grandchildren, Stephanie (Joshua, Amanda, Travis (Rian, Mathew, Alicia (Chris, Melissa, Destinee (Jason, Megan (Ronald, Rylee, Josie (Austin). Loretta is also survived by 19 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.Loretta had a love for animals and was committed in life to caring for her children and husband, towards the end of Loretta’s life, she gave her time to encouraging her fellow residents to become closer to their faith though the bible.Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 2-5 with family 3-5pm. Visitation will be at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel. Services will be held June 12, 2020 at 1 pm at Roselawn Memorial Park, 1920 E. Crawford St. Salina, KS, where she will be laid to rest.Family has requested that everyone bring their own masks.In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Kansas Humane Society. 3313 N Hillside, Wichita, KS, 67219.

Loretta Dean Ledet

&nbsp; Danny John Slechta, 66, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 4:25 p.m., Monday, June 1st, 2020 while in the company of family members, at Tammy Walker Cancer Center, Salina, Ks. Danny was born in Ellsworth, Kansas on January 25, 1954, a son of Evelyn Marie (Schultz) and Richard John Slechta. Danny attended the Ellsworth Elementary School, Ellsworth, Kansas, McPherson Junior High and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1972. He later attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas. He was Baptized in the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ellsworth, Kansas and was Confirmed in the Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas. Through the years Danny worked as a concrete foreman for R.K. Miller Construction, spent many years establishing, managing, playing, writing, booking, did the art work on posters, playing base, later lead guitar for many bands like Tequila Jam, Maniax, and Locomotive, and was production supervisor for M.C.D.S. for many years until his retired in 2017. Danny enjoyed music, his boys, his pets, his grandchildren, fishing, camping, was very talented artistically making many projects, painting, drawing, and spending time with his family. Danny J. Slechta was united in marriage to Susan Kay "Sue" Anderson on July 27, 1973 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Hutchinson. In 1974 the couple moved to McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of three sons, John Scott, Tharon Daniel, and Daryl Lee. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 46 years, Sue Slechta, of McPherson, Kansas; his sons Scott Slechta and his wife Kristi, of McPherson, Kansas, Tharon Slechta, of Wichita, Kansas, and Daryl Slechta, of McPherson, Kansas; his sisters, Richkie Slechta, of Topeka, Kansas, Patricia "Pat" Schafer and her husband Danny, of McPherson, Kansas, and Carol Thach, of Holyrood, Kansas; his favorite granddaughters, Tiffany Slechta and Tabitha Slechta; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Danny was preceded in death by his parents. A Celebration of life time will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Danny Slechta Memorial Fund and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid St., McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Danny John Slechta, 66, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 4:25 p.m., Monday, June 1st, 2020 while in the company of family members, at Tammy Walker Cancer Center, Salina, Ks. Danny was born in Ellsworth, Kansas on January 25, 1954, a son of Evelyn Marie (Schultz) and Richard John Slechta. Danny attended the Ellsworth Elementary School, Ellsworth, Kansas, McPherson Junior High and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1972. He later attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas. He was Baptized in the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ellsworth, Kansas and was Confirmed in the Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas. Through the years Danny worked as a concrete foreman for R.K. Miller Construction, spent many years establishing, managing, playing, writing, booking, did the art work on posters, playing base, later lead guitar for many bands like Tequila Jam, Maniax, and Locomotive, and was production supervisor for M.C.D.S. for many years until his retired in 2017. Danny enjoyed music, his boys, his pets, his grandchildren, fishing, camping, was very talented artistically making many projects, painting, drawing, and spending time with his family. Danny J. Slechta was united in marriage to Susan Kay "Sue" Anderson on July 27, 1973 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Hutchinson. In 1974 the couple moved to McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of three sons, John Scott, Tharon Daniel, and Daryl Lee. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 46 years, Sue Slechta, of McPherson, Kansas; his sons Scott Slechta and his wife Kristi, of McPherson, Kansas, Tharon Slechta, of Wichita, Kansas, and Daryl Slechta, of McPherson, Kansas; his sisters, Richkie Slechta, of Topeka, Kansas, Patricia "Pat" Schafer and her husband Danny, of McPherson, Kansas, and Carol Thach, of Holyrood, Kansas; his favorite granddaughters, Tiffany Slechta and Tabitha Slechta; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Danny was preceded in death by his parents. A Celebration of life time will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Danny Slechta Memorial Fund and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid St., McPherson, Ks. 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Danny John Slechta

&nbsp; To view the funeral service via livestream at 1:30 PM, Friday, June 5, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7</a> Tilly H. Peterson, 93, formerly of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at at nursing care facility in Council Bluffs, IA. Tilly was born October 16, 1926, in Hanau, Germany, the daughter of Friedrich J. and Marie S. (Jung) Wegener. She spent her formative years in Germany until 1948, when she married Emil “Bud” Peterson, Jr. on August 28, 1948, in Hanau, Germany. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and a Life Member of the VFW Auxiliary, both of McPherson. Survivors include: her husband of 71 years, Emil of Council Bluffs, IA; a daughter, Marilyn Wieseler (Bob) of Sidney, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Joan Peterson of Hidden Springs, ID; sister, Margot Dammer of Erlensee, Germany; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and three step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: her parents; a son, Norman; and five siblings. The funeral service will be at 1:30 PM Friday, June 5, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. Burial will be in McPherson Cemetery. To view the service over the internet via livestream, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7</a> Memorial donations may be given to McPherson VFW Auxiliary in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; To view the funeral service via livestream at 1:30 PM, Friday, June 5, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7</a> Tilly H. Peterson, 93, formerly of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at at nursing care facility in Council Bluffs, IA. Tilly was born October 16, 1926, in Hanau, Germany, the daughter of Friedrich J. and Marie S. (Jung) Wegener. She spent her formative years in Germany until 1948, when she married Emil “Bud” Peterson, Jr. on August 28, 1948, in Hanau, Germany. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and a Life Member of the VFW Auxiliary, both of McPherson. Survivors include: her husband of 71 years, Emil of Council Bluffs, IA; a daughter, Marilyn Wieseler (Bob) of Sidney, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Joan Peterson of Hidden Springs, ID; sister, Margot Dammer of Erlensee, Germany; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and three step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: her parents; a son, Norman; and five siblings. The funeral service will be at 1:30 PM Friday, June 5, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. Burial will be in McPherson Cemetery. To view the service over the internet via livestream, click here:&nbsp;<a href="https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/channel/tilly-peterson-funeral-service-myfprnwsvx5wesrbade7</a> Memorial donations may be given to McPherson VFW Auxiliary in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tilly H. Peterson

Vella Mae Kraft Jantz, 91, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 in Wichita, KS. She was born January 2, 1929 in Wichita to Walter and Alma (Mehl) Kingan.

Vella Mae was a longtime Holyrood, KS resident, living there since age four. She married Clarence Kraft in Holyrood on December 8, 1948. She was a member of the St. Peter Lutheran Church, the Ladies’ Aide, Quilting Bee, and the Red Hats. She worked as the city treasurer and clerk for many years as well as a cook at the Little Chef Café and the Big L.

Vella Mae is survived by her daughters, Gayle Woodhouse (Woody) of Emporia, KS, Karla Reif (Eldon) of Holyrood, and Leah Redding (Rusty) of Wichita; and grandsons, Zachary Redding of Odessa, FL, Wyatt Redding (Aubry) of Lenexa, KS, and Tanner Redding of Wichita. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence and brother, Ralph Kingan.

Visitation: 11:00 a.m. – noon, Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

Graveside service: 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Holyrood.

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

Vella Mae Kraft Jantz, 91, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 in Wichita, KS. She was born January 2, 1929 in Wichita to Walter and Alma (Mehl) Kingan.Vella Mae was a longtime Holyrood, KS resident, living there since age four. She married Clarence Kraft in Holyrood on December 8, 1948. She was a member of the St. Peter Lutheran Church, the Ladies’ Aide, Quilting Bee, and the Red Hats. She worked as the city treasurer and clerk for many years as well as a cook at the Little Chef Café and the Big L.Vella Mae is survived by her daughters, Gayle Woodhouse (Woody) of Emporia, KS, Karla Reif (Eldon) of Holyrood, and Leah Redding (Rusty) of Wichita; and grandsons, Zachary Redding of Odessa, FL, Wyatt Redding (Aubry) of Lenexa, KS, and Tanner Redding of Wichita. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence and brother, Ralph Kingan.Visitation: 11:00 a.m. – noon, Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.Graveside service: 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Holyrood.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Peter Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS. 67439.

Vella Mae Kraft Jantz

Virginia L. (Venning) Ransopher, age 97, entered into rest on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at the Park Villa Nursing Home, Clyde, Kansas. She was born on January 31, 1923 in Concordia, Kansas to Harry and Bertha (Bender) Venning. She was a graduate of Concordia High School. Virginia also attended Kansas State University and was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. On January 27, 1943 she married Bill Ransopher. They celebrated 62 great years of marriage. Bill preceded her in death on September 4, 2005. To this marriage three children were born, Jack, Janet and Ann. Virginia worked as a bookkeeper alongside Bill at George W. Hays &amp; Son, a business they owned and operated in Clyde for many years. She was a former member of P.E.O. and Research Club. She belonged to several bridge clubs and was an avid fan of Kansas State Football and the Kansas City Royals. She loved the game of golf and Bill and she were members of the Concordia Country Club for many years. Virginia and Bill loved to travel, and most of all spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Jack Ransopher (Bonnie, Clyde, KS.; 2 daughters, Ann Lowell (Jay, Concordia, KS.; Janet Graber, Oklahoma City, OK.; 6 grandchildren, Sandra Parr (Donn, Amy Allen (Klay, Rick Graber, Robin Markwell (Tripp, Rans Lowell (Allegra, Leah Loring (Michael, 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill”, and parents, Harry and Bertha, a sister, Dorothy Murry, daughter-in-law, Eileen Ransopher. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 from 1-5 p.m., with a Celebration of Life service to be held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 4, 2020 all at the Chaput Mortuary, Clyde, with Joshua Meyer officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery, Clyde.

Memorial Contributions may be given to Park Villa Nursing Home or Clyde Area Foundation, c/o Chaput Mortuary, PO Box 291, Clyde, KS 66938.&nbsp; For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>

Virginia L. (Venning) Ransopher, age 97, entered into rest on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at the Park Villa Nursing Home, Clyde, Kansas. She was born on January 31, 1923 in Concordia, Kansas to Harry and Bertha (Bender) Venning. She was a graduate of Concordia High School. Virginia also attended Kansas State University and was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. On January 27, 1943 she married Bill Ransopher. They celebrated 62 great years of marriage. Bill preceded her in death on September 4, 2005. To this marriage three children were born, Jack, Janet and Ann. Virginia worked as a bookkeeper alongside Bill at George W. Hays &amp; Son, a business they owned and operated in Clyde for many years. She was a former member of P.E.O. and Research Club. She belonged to several bridge clubs and was an avid fan of Kansas State Football and the Kansas City Royals. She loved the game of golf and Bill and she were members of the Concordia Country Club for many years. Virginia and Bill loved to travel, and most of all spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Jack Ransopher (Bonnie, Clyde, KS.; 2 daughters, Ann Lowell (Jay, Concordia, KS.; Janet Graber, Oklahoma City, OK.; 6 grandchildren, Sandra Parr (Donn, Amy Allen (Klay, Rick Graber, Robin Markwell (Tripp, Rans Lowell (Allegra, Leah Loring (Michael, 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill”, and parents, Harry and Bertha, a sister, Dorothy Murry, daughter-in-law, Eileen Ransopher. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 from 1-5 p.m., with a Celebration of Life service to be held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 4, 2020 all at the Chaput Mortuary, Clyde, with Joshua Meyer officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery, Clyde.Memorial Contributions may be given to Park Villa Nursing Home or Clyde Area Foundation, c/o Chaput Mortuary, PO Box 291, Clyde, KS 66938.&nbsp; For online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>

Virginia L. (Venning) Ransopher

Scott Robert Cram, 39, son of Becky and Jim Cram was born on June 7, 1980. He passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 . Scott had a great love of life which he lived to the fullest. He had an infectious smile, care-free attitude and a loving nature. Scott enjoyed motocross and Kansas University basketball; he was inspired by uplifting music and the Word of God. His positive personality made him a much loved member of his Kansas and California communities

Scott graduated from Salina Central High School and attended Saddleback Junior College. He was a sales representative for Lexus.

A man of faith, he was a beloved son, brother, uncle and cousin with many friends who will miss him dearly.

Surviving are his parents; brother, Marc Cram, Mission Viejo, CA; special friend, Twee Hayes and her son Troy, Southern, CA; grandmother, Glennie Schmidt, Larned, KS; Aunt Janet (who was like a sister) and her family Randy, Madison and Taylor Naus, Calhoun, Georgia; aunts and uncles, Rod Schmidt (Patty) Larned, KS, John Schmidt, Pawnee Rock, KS, Karl Schmidt (Emily, Overland Park, KS, Patsy Nelson (Mike) and Betty Dickerson (Tom, Albuquerque, NM, Charles Cram (Sandy, Krum, TX, Mary Myers (Jack, Littleton, CO; and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gene Schmidt, Ole and Margerie Cram.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday June 6, 2020.

Due to gathering restrictions family and friends are invited to watch the service at the following links;&nbsp;<a href="https://facebook.com/scott.cram.memorial" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/scott.cram.memorial</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/celltech161" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/celltech161</a>.

Memorials to: Carl’s Cause, First Presbyterian Church Salina, AMBUCS or a charity of choice.

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 </figure>Scott Robert Cram, 39, son of Becky and Jim Cram was born on June 7, 1980. He passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 . Scott had a great love of life which he lived to the fullest. He had an infectious smile, care-free attitude and a loving nature. Scott enjoyed motocross and Kansas University basketball; he was inspired by uplifting music and the Word of God. His positive personality made him a much loved member of his Kansas and California communitiesScott graduated from Salina Central High School and attended Saddleback Junior College. He was a sales representative for Lexus.A man of faith, he was a beloved son, brother, uncle and cousin with many friends who will miss him dearly.Surviving are his parents; brother, Marc Cram, Mission Viejo, CA; special friend, Twee Hayes and her son Troy, Southern, CA; grandmother, Glennie Schmidt, Larned, KS; Aunt Janet (who was like a sister) and her family Randy, Madison and Taylor Naus, Calhoun, Georgia; aunts and uncles, Rod Schmidt (Patty) Larned, KS, John Schmidt, Pawnee Rock, KS, Karl Schmidt (Emily, Overland Park, KS, Patsy Nelson (Mike) and Betty Dickerson (Tom, Albuquerque, NM, Charles Cram (Sandy, Krum, TX, Mary Myers (Jack, Littleton, CO; and many cousins.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gene Schmidt, Ole and Margerie Cram.A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday June 6, 2020.Due to gathering restrictions family and friends are invited to watch the service at the following links;&nbsp;<a href="https://facebook.com/scott.cram.memorial" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/scott.cram.memorial</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/celltech161" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/celltech161</a>.Memorials to: Carl’s Cause, First Presbyterian Church Salina, AMBUCS or a charity of choice.

Scott Robert Cram

Marilyn Gayle Fee, 81, passed May 30, 2020. She was born March 14, 1939 west of Alva, OK, to Everett and Stella Murrow. She was the youngest of four children.

She attended Northwestern University in Alva, OK, and received her master’s degree from the University of Illinois. She became a teacher in 1960, retiring in 1998. Her last 29 years of teaching were at Ell-Salina High School, Brookville, KS.

She married Thomas W. Fee on August 18, 1960. The had one child, Gailyn Sue. Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Leon Murrow and sister, LaJune Ledesma.

She is survived by her husband, Tom; daughter, Gailyn Williams (Badger); three grandchildren, Jessica Dworshak (Chris Dowdy, Bryce Dworshak (Haley Dworshak); Lindsey Dworshak (Adam Flinn); and a brother, Wayne Lee Murrow.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2020 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. Patrons are encouraged to wear masks and social distances protocols will be observed.

Marilyn Gayle Fee, 81, passed May 30, 2020. She was born March 14, 1939 west of Alva, OK, to Everett and Stella Murrow. She was the youngest of four children.She attended Northwestern University in Alva, OK, and received her master’s degree from the University of Illinois. She became a teacher in 1960, retiring in 1998. Her last 29 years of teaching were at Ell-Salina High School, Brookville, KS.She married Thomas W. Fee on August 18, 1960. The had one child, Gailyn Sue. Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Leon Murrow and sister, LaJune Ledesma.She is survived by her husband, Tom; daughter, Gailyn Williams (Badger); three grandchildren, Jessica Dworshak (Chris Dowdy, Bryce Dworshak (Haley Dworshak); Lindsey Dworshak (Adam Flinn); and a brother, Wayne Lee Murrow.Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2020 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. Patrons are encouraged to wear masks and social distances protocols will be observed.

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