Veryl Ann Leach, 76, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 2:45 p.m., Saturday, February 1st, 2020 while in the company of family members at Via Christi, St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas.

Veryl was born in Salina, Kansas on November 11, 1943, a daughter of Clyde M. and Nelly N. (Treadwell) Kellams.

Veryl attended Salina Elementary and Junior High School and graduated from Salina High School in 1961 and then attended Brown Mackie Community College, Salina, Kansas.

She was a member of St. Anne's Episcopal Church in McPherson.

Through the years Veryl worked for Verner Smith Accounting, Salina, Kansas; St. Marks Church as an organist, Anamosa, Iowa;City of Monticello, Monticello, Iowa; was a homemaker for 10 years, then returned to work at the McPherson Senior Center, Belli Brothers, McPherson, Kansas; Charles L. Sommers Canoe Base, Ely, Minnesota; McPherson College, McPherson Motors, McPherson, Kansas; City of Windom, Windom, Kansas; MBI, Re-Use It Center, St. Anne's Church, McPherson, Kansas.

Veryl was a member of Boy Scouts of America and received the Silver Beaver award; she was a member of the American Guild of Organists.

Veryl enjoyed sewing, playing the organ and piano, flowers, gardening, organizing; as a proud homemaker, she loved playing scrabble, volunteering, song writing, painting, crafting, reading, music, and spending time with her friends and family, especially her children and grandchildren.

On February 8, 1964, Veryl Ann Kellams was united in marriage to James A. Leach at Christ Cathedral in Salina, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Salina. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, two sons and a daughter, Jay, Jen, and Jon.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband James Leach of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Jay Leach and his wife Paula, of Pella, Iowa; Jen Charlesworth and her partner Jeff Hanschu, of McPherson, Kansas; Jon Phelps-Leach and his wife Abby, of Emporia, Kansas. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Monet, Payton, Maggie and Maya.

Veryl was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Kay Bishop.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne's Episcopal Church, McPherson, Kansas with Rev. Basil Price officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Veryl Leach Memorial Fund at St. Anne's, and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid McPherson, Ks. 67460.

Veryl Ann Leach, 76, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 2:45 p.m., Saturday, February 1st, 2020 while in the company of family members at Via Christi, St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas.Veryl was born in Salina, Kansas on November 11, 1943, a daughter of Clyde M. and Nelly N. (Treadwell) Kellams.Veryl attended Salina Elementary and Junior High School and graduated from Salina High School in 1961 and then attended Brown Mackie Community College, Salina, Kansas.She was a member of St. Anne's Episcopal Church in McPherson.Through the years Veryl worked for Verner Smith Accounting, Salina, Kansas; St. Marks Church as an organist, Anamosa, Iowa;City of Monticello, Monticello, Iowa; was a homemaker for 10 years, then returned to work at the McPherson Senior Center, Belli Brothers, McPherson, Kansas; Charles L. Sommers Canoe Base, Ely, Minnesota; McPherson College, McPherson Motors, McPherson, Kansas; City of Windom, Windom, Kansas; MBI, Re-Use It Center, St. Anne's Church, McPherson, Kansas.Veryl was a member of Boy Scouts of America and received the Silver Beaver award; she was a member of the American Guild of Organists.Veryl enjoyed sewing, playing the organ and piano, flowers, gardening, organizing; as a proud homemaker, she loved playing scrabble, volunteering, song writing, painting, crafting, reading, music, and spending time with her friends and family, especially her children and grandchildren.On February 8, 1964, Veryl Ann Kellams was united in marriage to James A. Leach at Christ Cathedral in Salina, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in Salina. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, two sons and a daughter, Jay, Jen, and Jon.She is survived by her loving and devoted husband James Leach of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Jay Leach and his wife Paula, of Pella, Iowa; Jen Charlesworth and her partner Jeff Hanschu, of McPherson, Kansas; Jon Phelps-Leach and his wife Abby, of Emporia, Kansas. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Monet, Payton, Maggie and Maya.Veryl was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Kay Bishop.Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Funeral Chapel.Funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne's Episcopal Church, McPherson, Kansas with Rev. Basil Price officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to Veryl Leach Memorial Fund at St. Anne's, and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid McPherson, Ks. 67460.

Veryl Ann Leach

Robert “Bob” L McCollom, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the Nicol Home in Glasco, Kansas. He was born in Bristow, Oklahoma on January 20, 1937 to Bernice and Cecil McCollom.

After the death of his father in 1940, his mother and grandmother moved their family to California where she met and married Bob’s stepfather Glen “Sandy” Meredith. Sandy taught Bob to weld. During one of their travels for the pipeline, the family came to Concordia, Kansas where Bob met Shirley Bulthaup. The two married in 1956 and began traveling for Bob’s job as a pipeline welder. His job took him throughout the United States. He was a proud member of Union 798 and recently received his 65 year membership pin. After retirement he enjoyed golfing with friends, being with his 1956 Concordia High School classmates and of course, spending time with his family.

Bob is survived by his brother, Doug Meredith. &nbsp;His four daughters: Sarah (Gary) Holbert, Concordia, KS; Susan (Tim) Dorman, Burlington, CO; Sandra (Scott) Utz, Parker, CO; Joanna (Bob) Runge, Newton, KS; 12 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren: Amanda Blackwood, Ian, Peyton, Isabelle and Sawyer, Miltonvale, KS; Adam (Lacy) Holbert, Deekon, Rowdee and Knox, Concordia, KS; Bill (Patti) Weaver, Kreden, Sage, Graceyn, Aurora, KS; Chris (Lauren) Dorman, Kenley, Keagen, Benjamin, Burlington, CO; Meridith (Craig) Soehner, Audrey, Holden, Chloe, Emmett, Wray, CO; Chanci (Adam) Dopudja, Tristan, Amelia, Parker, CO; Samantha (Jeremy) Johnson, Lailah, Jaelynn, Aurora, CO; Brad Utz, Englewood, CO; Brian (Jodi) Runge, Lily, Owen and Jack, Newton, KS; Erin (Manny) Barocio, Elle and Judah, Newton, KS; Brett (Megan) Runge, Beth and Brie, Pittsburg, KS; Emily (Alec) Stahly, Kansas City, MO.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, his parents and stepfather and his sister, Glenda.

Family will greet friends at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home on Friday, February 7th&nbsp;from 3:00-6:00pm. Pastor Brett Runge will officiate a graveside service on May 23rd&nbsp;at 1:00 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, KS

Robert “Bob” L McCollom, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the Nicol Home in Glasco, Kansas. He was born in Bristow, Oklahoma on January 20, 1937 to Bernice and Cecil McCollom.After the death of his father in 1940, his mother and grandmother moved their family to California where she met and married Bob’s stepfather Glen “Sandy” Meredith. Sandy taught Bob to weld. During one of their travels for the pipeline, the family came to Concordia, Kansas where Bob met Shirley Bulthaup. The two married in 1956 and began traveling for Bob’s job as a pipeline welder. His job took him throughout the United States. He was a proud member of Union 798 and recently received his 65 year membership pin. After retirement he enjoyed golfing with friends, being with his 1956 Concordia High School classmates and of course, spending time with his family.Bob is survived by his brother, Doug Meredith. &nbsp;His four daughters: Sarah (Gary) Holbert, Concordia, KS; Susan (Tim) Dorman, Burlington, CO; Sandra (Scott) Utz, Parker, CO; Joanna (Bob) Runge, Newton, KS; 12 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren: Amanda Blackwood, Ian, Peyton, Isabelle and Sawyer, Miltonvale, KS; Adam (Lacy) Holbert, Deekon, Rowdee and Knox, Concordia, KS; Bill (Patti) Weaver, Kreden, Sage, Graceyn, Aurora, KS; Chris (Lauren) Dorman, Kenley, Keagen, Benjamin, Burlington, CO; Meridith (Craig) Soehner, Audrey, Holden, Chloe, Emmett, Wray, CO; Chanci (Adam) Dopudja, Tristan, Amelia, Parker, CO; Samantha (Jeremy) Johnson, Lailah, Jaelynn, Aurora, CO; Brad Utz, Englewood, CO; Brian (Jodi) Runge, Lily, Owen and Jack, Newton, KS; Erin (Manny) Barocio, Elle and Judah, Newton, KS; Brett (Megan) Runge, Beth and Brie, Pittsburg, KS; Emily (Alec) Stahly, Kansas City, MO.He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, his parents and stepfather and his sister, Glenda.Family will greet friends at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home on Friday, February 7th&nbsp;from 3:00-6:00pm. Pastor Brett Runge will officiate a graveside service on May 23rd&nbsp;at 1:00 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, KS

Robert “Bob” L McCollom

Bernita M. Ginther, 86, of Salina, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 1, 2020. Bernita was born January 1, 1934, the daughter of Jacob and Alice (Roth) Degenhardt, in Lorreta.

Bernita was a dedicated nurse who retired from St. John's Hospital. She taught and mentored many young nurses who remember that she "showed them not only what to do but how to faithfully do it". She volunteered countless hours at Tammy Walker Cancer Center and Ryan Mortuary ministering to families. She was a member of St. Mary's Church for more than 51 years, where she worked funeral luncheons and ministered communion to Drury Place residents and homebound parishioners.

She married Frank Ginther on June 6, 1955 in Salina. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing bridge, traveling and golfing. She loved watching all kinds of sports especially her boys' games and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank, in 2003; brother, Romuald Degenhardt; sister, Rosie Mennemeier and sister Eleanor Hommes.

Survivors include her four sons, Keith Ginther, and his wife, Julie, Highlands Ranch, CO, Mike Ginther, and his wife, Robin, Overland Park, Jim Ginther, and his wife, Pam, Tulsa, OK, and David Ginther, and his wife, LaShelle, Leawood; nine grandchildren, Joel Ginther, Lynsey Webb, Baylee Ginther, Min Fei Ginther, Clayton Ginther, Laura Winsworth, Mark Ginther, Reagan Ginther, and Landon Ginther; seven great-grandchildren; brother, James Degenhardt (Vera) and brother, Frank Degenhardt.

Recitation of the rosary will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 4th, followed by Funeral Mass at 10 a.m., all at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, 230 E. Cloud, Salina. Celebration of life in St. Mary's Parish Hall will immediately follow the Mass; private graveside burial for her sons and their families in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church Endowment Fund or Tammy Walker Cancer Center.

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 </figure>Bernita M. Ginther, 86, of Salina, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 1, 2020. Bernita was born January 1, 1934, the daughter of Jacob and Alice (Roth) Degenhardt, in Lorreta.Bernita was a dedicated nurse who retired from St. John's Hospital. She taught and mentored many young nurses who remember that she "showed them not only what to do but how to faithfully do it". She volunteered countless hours at Tammy Walker Cancer Center and Ryan Mortuary ministering to families. She was a member of St. Mary's Church for more than 51 years, where she worked funeral luncheons and ministered communion to Drury Place residents and homebound parishioners.She married Frank Ginther on June 6, 1955 in Salina. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing bridge, traveling and golfing. She loved watching all kinds of sports especially her boys' games and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank, in 2003; brother, Romuald Degenhardt; sister, Rosie Mennemeier and sister Eleanor Hommes.Survivors include her four sons, Keith Ginther, and his wife, Julie, Highlands Ranch, CO, Mike Ginther, and his wife, Robin, Overland Park, Jim Ginther, and his wife, Pam, Tulsa, OK, and David Ginther, and his wife, LaShelle, Leawood; nine grandchildren, Joel Ginther, Lynsey Webb, Baylee Ginther, Min Fei Ginther, Clayton Ginther, Laura Winsworth, Mark Ginther, Reagan Ginther, and Landon Ginther; seven great-grandchildren; brother, James Degenhardt (Vera) and brother, Frank Degenhardt.Recitation of the rosary will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 4th, followed by Funeral Mass at 10 a.m., all at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, 230 E. Cloud, Salina. Celebration of life in St. Mary's Parish Hall will immediately follow the Mass; private graveside burial for her sons and their families in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Salina.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church Endowment Fund or Tammy Walker Cancer Center.

Bernita M. Ginther

Nathan Franklin Notter, 27, the son of Jack Jay Notter and Tracy (Hadachek) Appleby, was born April 1, 1992 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on January 30, 2020 at Republic County Hospital, Belleville, Kansas.

Nathan grew up and attended school in Belleville, KS. &nbsp;He was in the process of obtaining his GED.

Nathan worked for several years with his father as a carpet installer and was being trained to take over the installation business.

Nathan loved to skateboard, and was an accomplished artist.&nbsp;&nbsp; He had a huge heart and loved his nieces, nephews and family.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Kaye Hadachek;&nbsp; Uncles: John Hadachek and Frank Notter; step-mother Pixie Notter; and step-grandfather, Del Wilton.

Nathan is survived by his Father, Jack Notter of Belleville, KS; his Mother, Tracy (Curtis) Appleby of Scandia, KS; one brother, Branden Notter of Anchorage, Alaska;&nbsp; 3 sisters, Jessi (Kevin) Dahl of Belleville, KS, Shayna (Andy) Evert of Republic, KS, and Kayleen (Casey) Collins of Concordia, KS;&nbsp; step-brother, Robert Campbell and step-sister, Teresa Campbell both of Anchorage, Alaska; &nbsp;Uncle: Jody Hadachek of Mankato, KS; nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Cremation was selected and memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS, with Pastor Mike Samples officiating.

The family will greet friends prior to the services on Saturday from 1 PM until Service Time.

Online condolences at www.bachelor-surber.com

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

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 </figure>Nathan Franklin Notter, 27, the son of Jack Jay Notter and Tracy (Hadachek) Appleby, was born April 1, 1992 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on January 30, 2020 at Republic County Hospital, Belleville, Kansas.Nathan grew up and attended school in Belleville, KS. &nbsp;He was in the process of obtaining his GED.Nathan worked for several years with his father as a carpet installer and was being trained to take over the installation business.Nathan loved to skateboard, and was an accomplished artist.&nbsp;&nbsp; He had a huge heart and loved his nieces, nephews and family.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Kaye Hadachek;&nbsp; Uncles: John Hadachek and Frank Notter; step-mother Pixie Notter; and step-grandfather, Del Wilton.Nathan is survived by his Father, Jack Notter of Belleville, KS; his Mother, Tracy (Curtis) Appleby of Scandia, KS; one brother, Branden Notter of Anchorage, Alaska;&nbsp; 3 sisters, Jessi (Kevin) Dahl of Belleville, KS, Shayna (Andy) Evert of Republic, KS, and Kayleen (Casey) Collins of Concordia, KS;&nbsp; step-brother, Robert Campbell and step-sister, Teresa Campbell both of Anchorage, Alaska; &nbsp;Uncle: Jody Hadachek of Mankato, KS; nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends.Cremation was selected and memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS, with Pastor Mike Samples officiating.The family will greet friends prior to the services on Saturday from 1 PM until Service Time.Memorials may be directed to the family.Online condolences at www.bachelor-surber.comBachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, KS is in charge of the arrangements.

Nathan Franklin Notter



Donald G. "Don" Olson, 82, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 1:57 a.m., Friday, January 31st, 2020 peacefully at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas.

Don was born in McPherson, Kansas on June 1, 1937, a son of Ernest Harvey and Pearl Evelyn (Bullene) Olson.

Don attended Washington Elementary School, McPherson, Kansas, three years in California, then back to Washington Elementary School, McPherson Junior High School and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1955. He then attended Emporia State University until 1959, then eventually received his Masters Degree at Emporia, State University, Emporia, Kansas.

He attended the First United Methodist Church, McPherson. He also was a member of the Board of Trustees, Church Council and the Men's Group.

Through the years Don worked as a teacher in Rose Hill and Wichita West, Wichita, Kansas. He then became a Assistant Principal at Wichita West, Wichita North, and Heights High Schools, Wichita, Kansas. He was a Public School Administrator at District # 249 Wichita, Kansas until he retired in 1996.

Don enjoyed following and playing baseball with the American Legion baseball team which he was a member of the 1954 Class A State Champions, desserts even though they were not on his diet, playing card games, crossword puzzles, watching K-State games, Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Chiefs, loved his Chihuahua "Opal", spending time with his friends and family and especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Donald Olson was united in marriage to Tonya Kennedy on November 24, 2001 at First United Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas. The couple established their first home in McPherson.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 19 years, Tonya Olson, of McPherson, Kansas; his son Kirk L. Olson and his wife Esmeralda, of Austin, Texas; his step-children, Becky Unruh and her husband Delmar, of Galva, Kansas, J. J. "Jamie" Heidebrecht and his wife Debi, of McPherson, Kansas, Kerry Heidebrecht, of Chicago, Illinois; his step-grandchildren, Hector Hernandez, of Fort Riley, Kansas and Samantha Rosas and her husband Leonardo, of Houston, Texas, LaTisha Brown and her husband Justin, of Fort Riley, Kansas, Tyler Unruh and his wife Jeanette, of Canton, Kansas, Holli Bird and her husband Chad, of Spring Hill, Kansas, Hanna Sommers and her husband Doug, of Wichita, Kansas, Heidi Heidebrecht and her fiancee Grant Tevis, of Plymouth, Minnesota, Kennedy Heidebrecht, of Overland Park, Kansas, Rilea Heidebrecht, of Overland Park, Kansas and Kolton Heidebrecht, of Overland Park, Kansas. He is also survived by 7 step-great-grandchildren, Liana, Zoe, Preston, Elyse, Connor, Wyatt and Emma

He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter Dana Olson; his brother, Robert W. Olson; his sister, Gloria Ann Sylvester and former wife, Verona Olson.

Graveside service will be held Friday, February 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas.

Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 7, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor H. Dick Reynolds officiating.

Memorial contributions may be given to the First Presbyterian Church or First United Methodist Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St.; McPherson, Ks. 67460.



Donald G. "Don" Olson, 82, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 1:57 a.m., Friday, January 31st, 2020 peacefully at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas.Don was born in McPherson, Kansas on June 1, 1937, a son of Ernest Harvey and Pearl Evelyn (Bullene) Olson.Don attended Washington Elementary School, McPherson, Kansas, three years in California, then back to Washington Elementary School, McPherson Junior High School and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1955. He then attended Emporia State University until 1959, then eventually received his Masters Degree at Emporia, State University, Emporia, Kansas.He attended the First United Methodist Church, McPherson. He also was a member of the Board of Trustees, Church Council and the Men's Group.Through the years Don worked as a teacher in Rose Hill and Wichita West, Wichita, Kansas. He then became a Assistant Principal at Wichita West, Wichita North, and Heights High Schools, Wichita, Kansas. He was a Public School Administrator at District # 249 Wichita, Kansas until he retired in 1996.Don enjoyed following and playing baseball with the American Legion baseball team which he was a member of the 1954 Class A State Champions, desserts even though they were not on his diet, playing card games, crossword puzzles, watching K-State games, Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Chiefs, loved his Chihuahua "Opal", spending time with his friends and family and especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Donald Olson was united in marriage to Tonya Kennedy on November 24, 2001 at First United Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas. The couple established their first home in McPherson.He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 19 years, Tonya Olson, of McPherson, Kansas; his son Kirk L. Olson and his wife Esmeralda, of Austin, Texas; his step-children, Becky Unruh and her husband Delmar, of Galva, Kansas, J. J. "Jamie" Heidebrecht and his wife Debi, of McPherson, Kansas, Kerry Heidebrecht, of Chicago, Illinois; his step-grandchildren, Hector Hernandez, of Fort Riley, Kansas and Samantha Rosas and her husband Leonardo, of Houston, Texas, LaTisha Brown and her husband Justin, of Fort Riley, Kansas, Tyler Unruh and his wife Jeanette, of Canton, Kansas, Holli Bird and her husband Chad, of Spring Hill, Kansas, Hanna Sommers and her husband Doug, of Wichita, Kansas, Heidi Heidebrecht and her fiancee Grant Tevis, of Plymouth, Minnesota, Kennedy Heidebrecht, of Overland Park, Kansas, Rilea Heidebrecht, of Overland Park, Kansas and Kolton Heidebrecht, of Overland Park, Kansas. He is also survived by 7 step-great-grandchildren, Liana, Zoe, Preston, Elyse, Connor, Wyatt and EmmaHe was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter Dana Olson; his brother, Robert W. Olson; his sister, Gloria Ann Sylvester and former wife, Verona Olson.Graveside service will be held Friday, February 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas.Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 7, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor H. Dick Reynolds officiating.Memorial contributions may be given to the First Presbyterian Church or First United Methodist Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St.; McPherson, Ks. 67460.

Donald G. "Don" Olson



Eva LaUna Elsasser, 88, of Lindsborg, Kansas, passed away at 4:07 p.m., Thursday, January 30th, 2020 peacefully, at Bethany Home, Lindsborg, Kansas.

LaUna was born on her parents' homestead, rural Miltonvale, Kansas on December 21, 1931, the daughter of Bessie LaUna (Lacy) and Jettie LeRoy Fuller.

LaUna attended the Miltonvale grade schools and graduated from Miltonvale High School, Miltonvale, Kansas. She then attended and graduated from Brown Mackie Business School, Salina, Kansas. She worked as a bookkeeper and later in life as a realtor.

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas and was a former member of Grace Lutheran Church in McPherson where she was a member of a Circle.

LaUna enjoyed helping others, visiting and keeping up with everyone, visiting her grandchildren, and spending time with family.

LaUna Fuller was united in marriage to LaVern Henry "Abe" Blanken on March 9, 1952 at Miltonvale, Kansas. The couple established their first home together in Clay Center, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Betty. LaVern died on June 30, 1964. LaUna Blanken was united in marriage to Christian Charles "Chris" Elsasser on November 19, 1965 at McPherson, Kansas. The couple established their first home together in McPherson and this union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Christine. Chris died on August 1, 1987.

She is survived by her children, Betty Herbert and husband Mark, of Wichita, Kansas and Christine Curl and husband Chad, of Moundridge, Kansas; her step-children, Karen Miller, of Derby, Kansas, Douglas Elsasser and wife Marilyn, of Derby, Kansas, and Arlie Elsasser, of Lincoln, Nebraska; her 14 grandchildren, Allen Herbert, Daniel Herbert, Jill Herbert, Alyssa Powers, Kalyn Powers, Megan Powers, Sofia Trawkowski, Jason Miller, Amanda Boone, Elise Ash, Michael Elsasser, Kara Flaharty, Clinton Elsasser, and Troy Elsasser; numerous great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, LaVern Blanken and Chris Elsasser; her brothers, Lee, Kenneth, James, and Jettie Fuller; and sister Genevieve Condray.

Memorial service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 8th, 2020 with The Reverend Tim Leaf officiating.

Burial will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to Bethany Home or Trinity Lutheran Church, and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.



Eva LaUna Elsasser, 88, of Lindsborg, Kansas, passed away at 4:07 p.m., Thursday, January 30th, 2020 peacefully, at Bethany Home, Lindsborg, Kansas.LaUna was born on her parents' homestead, rural Miltonvale, Kansas on December 21, 1931, the daughter of Bessie LaUna (Lacy) and Jettie LeRoy Fuller.LaUna attended the Miltonvale grade schools and graduated from Miltonvale High School, Miltonvale, Kansas. She then attended and graduated from Brown Mackie Business School, Salina, Kansas. She worked as a bookkeeper and later in life as a realtor.She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas and was a former member of Grace Lutheran Church in McPherson where she was a member of a Circle.LaUna enjoyed helping others, visiting and keeping up with everyone, visiting her grandchildren, and spending time with family.LaUna Fuller was united in marriage to LaVern Henry "Abe" Blanken on March 9, 1952 at Miltonvale, Kansas. The couple established their first home together in Clay Center, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Betty. LaVern died on June 30, 1964. LaUna Blanken was united in marriage to Christian Charles "Chris" Elsasser on November 19, 1965 at McPherson, Kansas. The couple established their first home together in McPherson and this union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Christine. Chris died on August 1, 1987.She is survived by her children, Betty Herbert and husband Mark, of Wichita, Kansas and Christine Curl and husband Chad, of Moundridge, Kansas; her step-children, Karen Miller, of Derby, Kansas, Douglas Elsasser and wife Marilyn, of Derby, Kansas, and Arlie Elsasser, of Lincoln, Nebraska; her 14 grandchildren, Allen Herbert, Daniel Herbert, Jill Herbert, Alyssa Powers, Kalyn Powers, Megan Powers, Sofia Trawkowski, Jason Miller, Amanda Boone, Elise Ash, Michael Elsasser, Kara Flaharty, Clinton Elsasser, and Troy Elsasser; numerous great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, LaVern Blanken and Chris Elsasser; her brothers, Lee, Kenneth, James, and Jettie Fuller; and sister Genevieve Condray.Memorial service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 8th, 2020 with The Reverend Tim Leaf officiating.Burial will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas at a later date.Memorials are suggested to Bethany Home or Trinity Lutheran Church, and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Eva LaUna Elsasser



Joshua Clayton Wilkinson, 37, of Kansas City, KS and formerly of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2020, surrounded by family at Saint Luke’s Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.

Joshua was born on June 13, 1982, in Jacksonville, FL, the son of Angela C. (Luke) Wilkinson and David C. Wilkinson, Jr. He graduated from McPherson High School in 2003.

Survivors include: his loving parents, Angela &amp; Stacy Lees of Kansas City, MO and Gary, Jr. &amp; Bobbie Clifton of Wichita, KS; grandparents, Gary, Sr. &amp; Cher Clifton of McPherson, KS and Anna &amp; George Piner of Jacksonville, FL; brothers, Dustin Wilkinson of Raleigh, NC and Liam Clifton of Wichita, KS; sisters, Cameron Hines of Oklahoma City, OK and Emmi Clifton of Manhattan, KS; niece, Lilly Spunaugle of Kansas City, MO; and many aunts, uncles, and extended family members.

He was preceded in death by father, David Wilkinson, Jr. and his service dog, Pippin.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be given to Multi Community Diversified Services (MCDS) in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.



Joshua Clayton Wilkinson, 37, of Kansas City, KS and formerly of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2020, surrounded by family at Saint Luke’s Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.Joshua was born on June 13, 1982, in Jacksonville, FL, the son of Angela C. (Luke) Wilkinson and David C. Wilkinson, Jr. He graduated from McPherson High School in 2003.Survivors include: his loving parents, Angela &amp; Stacy Lees of Kansas City, MO and Gary, Jr. &amp; Bobbie Clifton of Wichita, KS; grandparents, Gary, Sr. &amp; Cher Clifton of McPherson, KS and Anna &amp; George Piner of Jacksonville, FL; brothers, Dustin Wilkinson of Raleigh, NC and Liam Clifton of Wichita, KS; sisters, Cameron Hines of Oklahoma City, OK and Emmi Clifton of Manhattan, KS; niece, Lilly Spunaugle of Kansas City, MO; and many aunts, uncles, and extended family members.He was preceded in death by father, David Wilkinson, Jr. and his service dog, Pippin.A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.Memorial donations may be given to Multi Community Diversified Services (MCDS) in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Joshua Clayton Wilkinson

Melba Darlene Bunch, 86, formerly of Kanopolis, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, KS. She was born March 30, 1933 in Barnard, KS to Virgil and Fern (Brown) Bunch.

Melba is survived by her brother, Rusty Bunch (Barb) of Kanopolis, and sisters, Jeannie Fuqua (Chris) of Garden City and Jolene Reynolds (Paul) of Fairview, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Beth Gamble, Judy Schroeder, Edna Ryan, and Ardith Modrow; and brother, Dick Bunch.

Funeral service: 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home with burial following in Kanopolis Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice.

Melba Darlene Bunch, 86, formerly of Kanopolis, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at Garden Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, KS. She was born March 30, 1933 in Barnard, KS to Virgil and Fern (Brown) Bunch.Melba is survived by her brother, Rusty Bunch (Barb) of Kanopolis, and sisters, Jeannie Fuqua (Chris) of Garden City and Jolene Reynolds (Paul) of Fairview, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Beth Gamble, Judy Schroeder, Edna Ryan, and Ardith Modrow; and brother, Dick Bunch.Funeral service: 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home with burial following in Kanopolis Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice.

Melba Darlene Bunch

Bonnie Lee Mellies, 90 died January 31, 2020 in Leonardville, KS. She was born on October 30, 1929 in Clay County, the daughter of Carl and Marie (Henry) Pfizenmaier. Bonnie was raised in the Green and Morganville communities. She was a graduate of Morganville High School class of 1947 and attended Brown Mackie College in Salina. Bonnie married Charles H. Mellies on May 25, 1948. They farmed in the Morganville area their entire married life. Charles preceded her in death on August 31, 1997. Bonnie was a member of Swedesburg Lutheran Church, Dorcus and Crawford Club. She was also preceded in death by parents; sisters, Arlene Carlson and Joann Brown.

Survivors:Son: Charles Ray Mellies of Morganville, KSSon: Rick and wife Sue Mellies of Morganville, KSDaughter: Diane and husband Dane Bear of Lawrence, KSDaughter: Denise and husband Jerry Coatney of Lawrence, KSSon: Dennis and wife Anita Mellies of Webb City, MO17 Grandchildren, 28 Great-granchildren and 1 Great-Great-grandchildBrother: Stanley and wife Ann Pfizenmaier of Clay Center, KSBrother: Fred and wife Susie Pfizenmaier of Clyde, KSBrother: Carl and wife Bonnie Pfizenmaier of Clifton, KSBrother in Law: Jim Brown of Clay Center, KSBrother in Law: Royal Carlson of Manhattan, KSSeveral nieces and nephews

Funeral Services: Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 10:30AM at the Swedesburg First Lutheran Church, rural Morganville, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: Monday, February 3, 2020 from 3-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home. The family will greet friends from 4:30-6PM

Memorials: Leonardville Nursing Home or Swedesburg Lutheran Church c/o the funeral home

<figure>
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 </figure>Bonnie Lee Mellies, 90 died January 31, 2020 in Leonardville, KS. She was born on October 30, 1929 in Clay County, the daughter of Carl and Marie (Henry) Pfizenmaier. Bonnie was raised in the Green and Morganville communities. She was a graduate of Morganville High School class of 1947 and attended Brown Mackie College in Salina. Bonnie married Charles H. Mellies on May 25, 1948. They farmed in the Morganville area their entire married life. Charles preceded her in death on August 31, 1997. Bonnie was a member of Swedesburg Lutheran Church, Dorcus and Crawford Club. She was also preceded in death by parents; sisters, Arlene Carlson and Joann Brown.Survivors:Son: Charles Ray Mellies of Morganville, KSSon: Rick and wife Sue Mellies of Morganville, KSDaughter: Diane and husband Dane Bear of Lawrence, KSDaughter: Denise and husband Jerry Coatney of Lawrence, KSSon: Dennis and wife Anita Mellies of Webb City, MO17 Grandchildren, 28 Great-granchildren and 1 Great-Great-grandchildBrother: Stanley and wife Ann Pfizenmaier of Clay Center, KSBrother: Fred and wife Susie Pfizenmaier of Clyde, KSBrother: Carl and wife Bonnie Pfizenmaier of Clifton, KSBrother in Law: Jim Brown of Clay Center, KSBrother in Law: Royal Carlson of Manhattan, KSSeveral nieces and nephewsFuneral Services: Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 10:30AM at the Swedesburg First Lutheran Church, rural Morganville, KSMinister: Pastor Tom SahlBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: Monday, February 3, 2020 from 3-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home. The family will greet friends from 4:30-6PMMemorials: Leonardville Nursing Home or Swedesburg Lutheran Church c/o the funeral home

Bonnie Lee Mellies

CLARENCE ARNOLD SCOGGAN, son of Chester Dotson &amp; Mabel Grace (Acton) Scoggan, was born on Dec. 19, 1918 and before the age of one, he received first prize at the Beloit Fair for “Best Looking Baby in Mitchell County”. He completed his long life’s journey at the Mitchell County Hospital Resident Care Center on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 at the age of 101 years &amp; 1 month, where they lovingly gave him a poster that beautifully summarized his life: FAITH, FAMILY, FARMING, &amp; FLYING.

FAITH: Growing up on the family farm, he attended Pleasant View Methodist Church his entire life until it closed. An honest, kind, generous man, who was faithful, dedicated &amp; willing to serve his church, family, &amp; friends. Humble &amp; modest, he seldom took personal credit for almost anything, always giving the praise to God.

FAMILY: Clarence was married to Marjorie Gates for 66 years. From building a swing set and go-cart, giving “horsey rides” on his back, wrestling, and boxing matches, to attending school functions, Clarence always knew what was important in life. Basically shy &amp; on the quiet side, he had a wonderful sense of humor however and occasionally played practical jokes, with a twinkle in his eye, on unsuspecting victims. “Stubby” and “Margie” loved to travel, square dance, sing hymns together, and be with family &amp; friends.

FARMING: &nbsp;At a young age &amp; throughout life, Clarence was self-motivated, good at mechanics, imaginative, and frugal, with a strong work ethic. A man of many self-taught skills, he liked building things from scratch and figuring out how to do most projects needed to help grow the family farm. Serving on the Farmway Co-op Board of Directors from 1974-1985, he was an excellent steward of the land, educating himself in good farming practices. He seldom put off ‘til tomorrow what he could do today, rarely did a job until it was done right, and always took pride in maintaining a neat and tidy farm.

FLYING:&nbsp; A few years after getting out of the Army, Clarence fulfilled his dream of becoming a pilot in 1947, a great joy to him for 40 plus years, flying for business &amp; pleasure to many states. Beloit Flying, Inc. formed in 1960 and he participated 27 years, becoming the last member with a valid flying license before dissolution in 1987. Countless fond memories were made at air shows, conventions, and flying family &amp; friends “to &amp; fro”, including Sunday afternoon jaunts around the Beloit area.

Now, having taken his final flight to his heavenly, eternal home, Clarence is reunited with his Parents, Sister Marie (Lummis, Brothers Harold and Lowell, and Wife Marjorie. Left to celebrate his wonderful life are: Sons, Gary (Linda) of Wappingers Falls, NY, and Roy (Pam) of Beloit, Daughters Marieta Hancock of Edmond, OK, and Marlene (Santos) Bonilla of Salina, KS., 10 Grandchildren, 24 GGrandchildren, and 5 GGGrandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 PM Wednesday, February 5 at the Beloit First United Methodist Church followed by burial in Pleasant View Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM with family present from 5-7 PM Tuesday, February 4 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Church or Mitchell County Regional Medical Foundation.

<figure>
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 </figure>CLARENCE ARNOLD SCOGGAN, son of Chester Dotson &amp; Mabel Grace (Acton) Scoggan, was born on Dec. 19, 1918 and before the age of one, he received first prize at the Beloit Fair for “Best Looking Baby in Mitchell County”. He completed his long life’s journey at the Mitchell County Hospital Resident Care Center on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 at the age of 101 years &amp; 1 month, where they lovingly gave him a poster that beautifully summarized his life: FAITH, FAMILY, FARMING, &amp; FLYING.FAITH: Growing up on the family farm, he attended Pleasant View Methodist Church his entire life until it closed. An honest, kind, generous man, who was faithful, dedicated &amp; willing to serve his church, family, &amp; friends. Humble &amp; modest, he seldom took personal credit for almost anything, always giving the praise to God.FAMILY: Clarence was married to Marjorie Gates for 66 years. From building a swing set and go-cart, giving “horsey rides” on his back, wrestling, and boxing matches, to attending school functions, Clarence always knew what was important in life. Basically shy &amp; on the quiet side, he had a wonderful sense of humor however and occasionally played practical jokes, with a twinkle in his eye, on unsuspecting victims. “Stubby” and “Margie” loved to travel, square dance, sing hymns together, and be with family &amp; friends.FARMING: &nbsp;At a young age &amp; throughout life, Clarence was self-motivated, good at mechanics, imaginative, and frugal, with a strong work ethic. A man of many self-taught skills, he liked building things from scratch and figuring out how to do most projects needed to help grow the family farm. Serving on the Farmway Co-op Board of Directors from 1974-1985, he was an excellent steward of the land, educating himself in good farming practices. He seldom put off ‘til tomorrow what he could do today, rarely did a job until it was done right, and always took pride in maintaining a neat and tidy farm.FLYING:&nbsp; A few years after getting out of the Army, Clarence fulfilled his dream of becoming a pilot in 1947, a great joy to him for 40 plus years, flying for business &amp; pleasure to many states. Beloit Flying, Inc. formed in 1960 and he participated 27 years, becoming the last member with a valid flying license before dissolution in 1987. Countless fond memories were made at air shows, conventions, and flying family &amp; friends “to &amp; fro”, including Sunday afternoon jaunts around the Beloit area.Now, having taken his final flight to his heavenly, eternal home, Clarence is reunited with his Parents, Sister Marie (Lummis, Brothers Harold and Lowell, and Wife Marjorie. Left to celebrate his wonderful life are: Sons, Gary (Linda) of Wappingers Falls, NY, and Roy (Pam) of Beloit, Daughters Marieta Hancock of Edmond, OK, and Marlene (Santos) Bonilla of Salina, KS., 10 Grandchildren, 24 GGrandchildren, and 5 GGGrandchildren.Funeral services will be at 1:30 PM Wednesday, February 5 at the Beloit First United Methodist Church followed by burial in Pleasant View Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM with family present from 5-7 PM Tuesday, February 4 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Church or Mitchell County Regional Medical Foundation.

CLARENCE ARNOLD SCOGGAN

Doris "Kay" Rickard, 79 years old, passed into glory January 29, 2020. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and love and prayers of family, friends and many supporters carried her through a valiant fight with cancer over the last 5 years. Even through her own struggles she mentored and unconditionally loved her children, grandchildren, family and friends to include young CNA‘s and RN’s at Bethany Home.

Kay was born on October 21, 1941, in Pratt, Kansas, to Carl and Phebe O’Hair. The youngest of 4 children, she is survived by her sister Beverly Ann Strickert.

She married the love of her life Gary Lee Rickard on July 8, 1959, who preceded her in death on February 14, 1972. Blessed with three children Alan Rickard (Salina, KS, Lori Billups (Winterhaven, CA, and Sue Lopez (Salina, KS).

Known for her love, servants heart, friendship and ability to gain trust she frequently had deep and meaningful conversations even with total strangers. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet demeanor that won the hearts of many, who even now are being changed by the witness of her steadfast faith. Her signature gift of laughter and tears will never be forgotten.

Kay had a passion for youth and served as the Alateen sponsor for 25 years, 12 years on the Salina Youth Girls Home Board of Directors, a paraprofessional in USD 305 for 22 years, led the ‘Just Say No’ club at Hawthorne Elementary, and was an integral part of USD 305 Red Ribbon Week for 22 years. She deeply loved serving her community and was named the 2015 Kansas United Methodist Woman of the Year.

Survived by: Beverly Ann Strickert (sister, Jeanette O’Hair (sister-in-law, Alan and Mona Rickard (son and daughter-in-law, Clyde and Lori Billups (daughter and son-in-law, Javier and Sue Lopez (daughter and son-in-law); grandchildren Leanna and Miguel Garcia, Dustin Chestnut, Madison Lopez, and Gabi Lopez; great-grandchildren Michal, Israel and Judah Garcia; step children Tammy Williams, Mike Williams and Kelley Ruiz, and countless lifelong extended family and friends.

Preceded in death by: Parents Carl and Phebe O’Hair (parents, Don and Mildred O’Hair (brother and wife, Carl O’ Hair (brother, Roger Strickert brother-in-law, Donna Kay Strickert niece, David O’Hair nephew.

Please join us celebrating her life at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at United Methodist Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush St., Salina. A noon luncheon will precede the services.

Graveside services will be held July 8 in Scott City, Kan., on the 61st anniversary of Kay's marriage to Gary Lee Rickard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tammy Walker Cancer Center.

<figure>
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 </figure>Doris "Kay" Rickard, 79 years old, passed into glory January 29, 2020. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and love and prayers of family, friends and many supporters carried her through a valiant fight with cancer over the last 5 years. Even through her own struggles she mentored and unconditionally loved her children, grandchildren, family and friends to include young CNA‘s and RN’s at Bethany Home.Kay was born on October 21, 1941, in Pratt, Kansas, to Carl and Phebe O’Hair. The youngest of 4 children, she is survived by her sister Beverly Ann Strickert.She married the love of her life Gary Lee Rickard on July 8, 1959, who preceded her in death on February 14, 1972. Blessed with three children Alan Rickard (Salina, KS, Lori Billups (Winterhaven, CA, and Sue Lopez (Salina, KS).Known for her love, servants heart, friendship and ability to gain trust she frequently had deep and meaningful conversations even with total strangers. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet demeanor that won the hearts of many, who even now are being changed by the witness of her steadfast faith. Her signature gift of laughter and tears will never be forgotten.Kay had a passion for youth and served as the Alateen sponsor for 25 years, 12 years on the Salina Youth Girls Home Board of Directors, a paraprofessional in USD 305 for 22 years, led the ‘Just Say No’ club at Hawthorne Elementary, and was an integral part of USD 305 Red Ribbon Week for 22 years. She deeply loved serving her community and was named the 2015 Kansas United Methodist Woman of the Year.Survived by: Beverly Ann Strickert (sister, Jeanette O’Hair (sister-in-law, Alan and Mona Rickard (son and daughter-in-law, Clyde and Lori Billups (daughter and son-in-law, Javier and Sue Lopez (daughter and son-in-law); grandchildren Leanna and Miguel Garcia, Dustin Chestnut, Madison Lopez, and Gabi Lopez; great-grandchildren Michal, Israel and Judah Garcia; step children Tammy Williams, Mike Williams and Kelley Ruiz, and countless lifelong extended family and friends.Preceded in death by: Parents Carl and Phebe O’Hair (parents, Don and Mildred O’Hair (brother and wife, Carl O’ Hair (brother, Roger Strickert brother-in-law, Donna Kay Strickert niece, David O’Hair nephew.Please join us celebrating her life at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at United Methodist Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush St., Salina. A noon luncheon will precede the services.Graveside services will be held July 8 in Scott City, Kan., on the 61st anniversary of Kay's marriage to Gary Lee Rickard.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tammy Walker Cancer Center.

Doris "Kay" Rickard

Virginia Allene (Snyder) Vishneske, 95, beloved wife and mother, entered eternal rest Jan. 27, 2020. Born July, 25, 1924, to Alwilda Allene and Sidney Charles Snyder, their only child, she showed a remarkable talent for piano.

At age six, her parents purchased her a new baby grand piano and by age nine she was giving her first concert recital on the Kansas Wesleyan University stage. Her pursuit of classical music would last a lifetime. She studied piano with Edith Blundon until grown. She became proficient in violin as well, becoming a charter member of the Salina Symphony Orchesta, playing there for over 50 years.

Virginia was baptized as a youth at First Baptist Church in Salina, where she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. Christian values continued throughout her lifetime- She helped elderly persons by taking them food and supplies and entertained persons in nursing homes with her music. She was always willing to help others in need. After her father died in 1978, she cared for her mother, Allene, until Allene passed in 1992 at age 90.

After graduating from Kansas Wesleyan University in music, Delta Gamma Delta Sorority, she married Robert E. Vishneske, June 10, 1946. While he was stationed at Lowry Field in Denver, Carol was born, Dec. 18, 1950. After his honorable discharge, Virginia and Bob set up their home in Salina where Bob worked at A-Smile-A- Minute Photo Company. Virginia painted photographic portraits they took there for 20 years. Socially active in bridge club, AAUW, Treble Clef, Twentieth Century Forum, PEO, Saline Co Horticulture Club, Kiwaniqueens, and Republican Women, she was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Saline Co Humane Society, Salina Art Center, St. John's and Asbury Hospital Auxiliaries, while also playing violin in the Salina Civic Orchestra for concerts, special musical performances and for musical theatrical productions. She also played other programs with violin and string quartets. Making others happy with her special talents brought her joy. At home she continued playing the piano as well. She and Bob enjoyed Saturday dinners at the Salina Country Club with fellow members. Her most favorite social event was her class reunions at which time she would make the decorations. She would join with family for holidays, birthdays, and special events. The family would take vacations with the longest being three weeks in Europe with an American Express Romance Tour. In mid life Virginia returned to college to obtain her teaching certification, developing new interests in gardening, geology, and geneology. She taught fine arts for four years at St. John's Military School and music for one year. Her hobbies included pets, several cocker spaniels, Esmerelda the cat, and thousands of birds she fed in her backyard. She also painted lovely oil paintings and did silver work, macrame, and other arts.

Virginia lived her life with sincerity, honesty, veracity, compassion and talent. She remained a dedicated loving mother and wife, beautiful, intelligent and resourceful person, polite and polished who toiled to make this world a happier place. She survived spinal cord surgery, glaucoma, Iyme disease, cancer x 2 and hip replacement surgery. Then in 2003 Virginia was diagnosed with dementia requiring personal care. Over 50 CNAs from 2004-2020 took care of her needs. In 2009 her husband, Bob, of 63 years, died suddenly in his sleep following years of caring for Virginia with the help of many CNAs. Carol continued to follow the family's decision to keep Virginia at home with the assistance of many caring doctors, use of holistic medicine, through this intense journey to help brighten her days. We wish to thank all those dedicated persons for their wonderful assistance in meeting that goal. We will miss her kind and loving presence in our lives.

Survivors include: daughter, Carol Miller (Terry Joe) of Wichita; niece, Shirley Loux of Edmond, Okla.; nephew, Jim Vishnefske Oxnard, Calif.; sister-in-law, Dorothy Vishnefske of Edmond, Okla.; and others.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, February 6, 2020 at First Southern Baptist Church, 2401 S. Ohio, with burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery.

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 </figure>Virginia Allene (Snyder) Vishneske, 95, beloved wife and mother, entered eternal rest Jan. 27, 2020. Born July, 25, 1924, to Alwilda Allene and Sidney Charles Snyder, their only child, she showed a remarkable talent for piano.At age six, her parents purchased her a new baby grand piano and by age nine she was giving her first concert recital on the Kansas Wesleyan University stage. Her pursuit of classical music would last a lifetime. She studied piano with Edith Blundon until grown. She became proficient in violin as well, becoming a charter member of the Salina Symphony Orchesta, playing there for over 50 years.Virginia was baptized as a youth at First Baptist Church in Salina, where she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. Christian values continued throughout her lifetime- She helped elderly persons by taking them food and supplies and entertained persons in nursing homes with her music. She was always willing to help others in need. After her father died in 1978, she cared for her mother, Allene, until Allene passed in 1992 at age 90.After graduating from Kansas Wesleyan University in music, Delta Gamma Delta Sorority, she married Robert E. Vishneske, June 10, 1946. While he was stationed at Lowry Field in Denver, Carol was born, Dec. 18, 1950. After his honorable discharge, Virginia and Bob set up their home in Salina where Bob worked at A-Smile-A- Minute Photo Company. Virginia painted photographic portraits they took there for 20 years. Socially active in bridge club, AAUW, Treble Clef, Twentieth Century Forum, PEO, Saline Co Horticulture Club, Kiwaniqueens, and Republican Women, she was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Saline Co Humane Society, Salina Art Center, St. John's and Asbury Hospital Auxiliaries, while also playing violin in the Salina Civic Orchestra for concerts, special musical performances and for musical theatrical productions. She also played other programs with violin and string quartets. Making others happy with her special talents brought her joy. At home she continued playing the piano as well. She and Bob enjoyed Saturday dinners at the Salina Country Club with fellow members. Her most favorite social event was her class reunions at which time she would make the decorations. She would join with family for holidays, birthdays, and special events. The family would take vacations with the longest being three weeks in Europe with an American Express Romance Tour. In mid life Virginia returned to college to obtain her teaching certification, developing new interests in gardening, geology, and geneology. She taught fine arts for four years at St. John's Military School and music for one year. Her hobbies included pets, several cocker spaniels, Esmerelda the cat, and thousands of birds she fed in her backyard. She also painted lovely oil paintings and did silver work, macrame, and other arts.Virginia lived her life with sincerity, honesty, veracity, compassion and talent. She remained a dedicated loving mother and wife, beautiful, intelligent and resourceful person, polite and polished who toiled to make this world a happier place. She survived spinal cord surgery, glaucoma, Iyme disease, cancer x 2 and hip replacement surgery. Then in 2003 Virginia was diagnosed with dementia requiring personal care. Over 50 CNAs from 2004-2020 took care of her needs. In 2009 her husband, Bob, of 63 years, died suddenly in his sleep following years of caring for Virginia with the help of many CNAs. Carol continued to follow the family's decision to keep Virginia at home with the assistance of many caring doctors, use of holistic medicine, through this intense journey to help brighten her days. We wish to thank all those dedicated persons for their wonderful assistance in meeting that goal. We will miss her kind and loving presence in our lives.Survivors include: daughter, Carol Miller (Terry Joe) of Wichita; niece, Shirley Loux of Edmond, Okla.; nephew, Jim Vishnefske Oxnard, Calif.; sister-in-law, Dorothy Vishnefske of Edmond, Okla.; and others.Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, February 6, 2020 at First Southern Baptist Church, 2401 S. Ohio, with burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery.

Virginia Allene (Snyder) Vishneske

Shirley A. Whitmer, 85, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020. She was born in Holyrood to Alfred and Edna (Frohreich) Schwerdtfeger.

Shirley married Van Earl Whitmer in 1956. She worked at Southwestern Bell in Ellsworth and later at Crestwood in Salina where she retired in 1996. Shirley and Van enjoyed studying genealogy and loved square dancing together.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, in 2003; infant son, Greg Whitmer; and son, Randy Whitmer.

She is survived by her children, Kathy Wing and David Whitmer, both of Salina; brother, Virgil Schwerdtfeger (JoAnn, of Beach Park, Ill.; goddaughter, Erika Phillips, of Chicago; and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, with family receiving friends from 6-7 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Ellsworth Cemetery.

Memorials to: Trinity Lutheran Church or Brookdale Senior Living.

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 </figure>Shirley A. Whitmer, 85, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020. She was born in Holyrood to Alfred and Edna (Frohreich) Schwerdtfeger.Shirley married Van Earl Whitmer in 1956. She worked at Southwestern Bell in Ellsworth and later at Crestwood in Salina where she retired in 1996. Shirley and Van enjoyed studying genealogy and loved square dancing together.Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, in 2003; infant son, Greg Whitmer; and son, Randy Whitmer.She is survived by her children, Kathy Wing and David Whitmer, both of Salina; brother, Virgil Schwerdtfeger (JoAnn, of Beach Park, Ill.; goddaughter, Erika Phillips, of Chicago; and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, with family receiving friends from 6-7 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary.Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Ellsworth Cemetery.Memorials to: Trinity Lutheran Church or Brookdale Senior Living.

Shirley A. Whitmer

OVERLAND PARK —&nbsp;Chester Creighton “Chet” Bro, 84, formerly of Salina, passed away Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, at Brookdale Memory Care in Overland Park.

He is survived by: his wife, Norma Jo Bro; daughter, Sherri McKinney; grandsons, Eric McKinney and wife Jacquelynn, and Alex McKinney, all of Kansas City; brother-in-law, Don Jensen; and nieces and nephews.

There will be a private burial at Milo Cemetery in Barnard, Kan.

OVERLAND PARK —&nbsp;Chester Creighton “Chet” Bro, 84, formerly of Salina, passed away Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, at Brookdale Memory Care in Overland Park.He is survived by: his wife, Norma Jo Bro; daughter, Sherri McKinney; grandsons, Eric McKinney and wife Jacquelynn, and Alex McKinney, all of Kansas City; brother-in-law, Don Jensen; and nieces and nephews.There will be a private burial at Milo Cemetery in Barnard, Kan.

Chester Creighton “Chet” Bro

Stephen Carter Rupert was born January 7, 1934, in Concordia, Kansas to Leonard and Ethel (Carter) Rupert.&nbsp; He passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on Friday, January 31, 2020, at the Ottawa County Health Center in Minneapolis, Kansas, at the age of 86 years and 24 days.&nbsp;

He graduated from Minneapolis High School and attended Kansas State College.

On May 22, 1955, Steve was united in marriage to Donna C. Krizek at the First Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis. &nbsp;After they married, they moved to Chicago, Illinois, and worked until he was drafted and served in the military.&nbsp; Following Steve’s discharge from the military, they moved to Hutchinson, Kansas, where he owned and operated a Mobile gas station. &nbsp;After the birth of their first daughter, they chose to move back to Ottawa County to raise their family.&nbsp; It was here that Steve and Donna farmed and raised cattle for the next 60 years.&nbsp;

Steve was active through the years in Young Kansas Jaycees, Mason Shriners, School Board ,he acted as Trustee and Elder at the First Presbyterian Church, and was a member of the Kansas Livestock Association and National Beef Association.&nbsp;

Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Donna in 2006; his parents; his brother, Ivan Rupert; sister, Gertrude Holland; sisters-in-law, Maggie (Marvin) Lindsey, Margaret Chapman, and Marie Darrow.&nbsp;

Survivors include two daughters, Valerie Crum of Minneapolis and Charlene (J) Trost of Concordia; five grandchildren, Shelly (Chris) Stone, Stacy (Markel) Maybin, Brandan (Clarisa) Crum, Jeremy (Kristi) Adams, Wade (Amanda) Adams; two step grandchildren, Jason (Shayla) Trost and Andrea (Craig) Boeglin; eight great-grandchildren; two step great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Miya Rupert; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Steve is also survived by his dear friend and companion, Vergene McCullick.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, February 5 at the First Presbyterian Church, Minneapolis.&nbsp; Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 4 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be made to Ottawa County Health Center or First Presbyterian Church and left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Stephen Carter Rupert was born January 7, 1934, in Concordia, Kansas to Leonard and Ethel (Carter) Rupert.&nbsp; He passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on Friday, January 31, 2020, at the Ottawa County Health Center in Minneapolis, Kansas, at the age of 86 years and 24 days.&nbsp;He graduated from Minneapolis High School and attended Kansas State College.On May 22, 1955, Steve was united in marriage to Donna C. Krizek at the First Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis. &nbsp;After they married, they moved to Chicago, Illinois, and worked until he was drafted and served in the military.&nbsp; Following Steve’s discharge from the military, they moved to Hutchinson, Kansas, where he owned and operated a Mobile gas station. &nbsp;After the birth of their first daughter, they chose to move back to Ottawa County to raise their family.&nbsp; It was here that Steve and Donna farmed and raised cattle for the next 60 years.&nbsp;Steve was active through the years in Young Kansas Jaycees, Mason Shriners, School Board ,he acted as Trustee and Elder at the First Presbyterian Church, and was a member of the Kansas Livestock Association and National Beef Association.&nbsp;Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Donna in 2006; his parents; his brother, Ivan Rupert; sister, Gertrude Holland; sisters-in-law, Maggie (Marvin) Lindsey, Margaret Chapman, and Marie Darrow.&nbsp;Survivors include two daughters, Valerie Crum of Minneapolis and Charlene (J) Trost of Concordia; five grandchildren, Shelly (Chris) Stone, Stacy (Markel) Maybin, Brandan (Clarisa) Crum, Jeremy (Kristi) Adams, Wade (Amanda) Adams; two step grandchildren, Jason (Shayla) Trost and Andrea (Craig) Boeglin; eight great-grandchildren; two step great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Miya Rupert; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Steve is also survived by his dear friend and companion, Vergene McCullick.&nbsp;Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, February 5 at the First Presbyterian Church, Minneapolis.&nbsp; Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 4 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis, where family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be made to Ottawa County Health Center or First Presbyterian Church and left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.&nbsp;

Stephen Carter Rupert

Tom passed away on January 30, 2020 at the age of 71 after his 5-year battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis surrounded by his loving family

Tom is survived by his beautiful wife of 50 years, Jody Highsmith, who never left his side.  Adoring father of Tommy Highsmith (Nikkie Kerwin) and Mike Highsmith (Marideth).  Devoted “Bopsy” (grandpa) of Samantha Highsmith, Cassie Springer, Noah Highsmith, Grace Kerwin, Wes Kinnard, Nik Highsmith, Layna Kinnard, Chloe Highsmith, and his Great Grandson, Reid Browning.

Also survived by his sisters, Mona Higginbotham (Andy, Vicki Beal, Karen Lowe, and his brother Randy Highsmith (Jonelle)

Preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Phyllis Highsmith, his parents-in-law, Joe and Bessie Engstrom, and sister, Barbara Baker.

Tom proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He married his “sweetheart, Jody Engstrom on June 28, 1969. 

Tom retired from Salina Police Department as Lieutenant in 1989.  After retirement, he worked as Personnel Director at Presbyterian Manor and until his death at Suburban Appliance.

Besides being the best storyteller, Tom enjoyed garage sales, pawn shops, and his truck but spending time with his grandchildren especially during Sunday Night dinners, and playing cars with his great grandson were his great joys

Service will be on Super Bowl Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 1:30 pm at Immanual Lutheran Church on 255 South 7th.  Memorial contributions may be made to the SPD Excellence Fund and left in care of Salina Police Department, 255 N 10th Street, Salina KS  67401

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 </figure>Tom passed away on January 30, 2020 at the age of 71 after his 5-year battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis surrounded by his loving familyTom is survived by his beautiful wife of 50 years, Jody Highsmith, who never left his side. Adoring father of Tommy Highsmith (Nikkie Kerwin) and Mike Highsmith (Marideth). Devoted “Bopsy” (grandpa) of Samantha Highsmith, Cassie Springer, Noah Highsmith, Grace Kerwin, Wes Kinnard, Nik Highsmith, Layna Kinnard, Chloe Highsmith, and his Great Grandson, Reid Browning.Also survived by his sisters, Mona Higginbotham (Andy, Vicki Beal, Karen Lowe, and his brother Randy Highsmith (Jonelle)Preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Phyllis Highsmith, his parents-in-law, Joe and Bessie Engstrom, and sister, Barbara Baker.Tom proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He married his “sweetheart, Jody Engstrom on June 28, 1969. Tom retired from Salina Police Department as Lieutenant in 1989. After retirement, he worked as Personnel Director at Presbyterian Manor and until his death at Suburban Appliance.Besides being the best storyteller, Tom enjoyed garage sales, pawn shops, and his truck but spending time with his grandchildren especially during Sunday Night dinners, and playing cars with his great grandson were his great joysService will be on Super Bowl Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 1:30 pm at Immanual Lutheran Church on 255 South 7th. Memorial contributions may be made to the SPD Excellence Fund and left in care of Salina Police Department, 255 N 10th Street, Salina KS 67401

Thomas “Tom” Highsmith

Laurel Lee Patrick, 75, of Marquette passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Riverview Estates in Marquette, KS.  Laurel was born March 24, 1944 on the family farm, north of Marquette, to the late Johan Oscar and Rosa Seattle (Hudson) Patrick.  

He was confirmed at Elim Lutheran Church, where he taught Sunday school, served on church council, and sang in the choir for over 40 years.  Laurel graduated from Marquette High School and McPherson College.  On April 10, 1965 he was united in marriage to Donna Howard.  They settled on the family farm and ranch until retiring and moving into town.

Besides being active in his church, Laurel served on the school board, the Lindsborg Community Health Care Foundation. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, spending time with his family and friends, and traveling. 

He is survived by his wife: Donna Jean, daughters: Rebecca Jo Evans (John) of Las Vegas, NV and Ann Marie Patrick-Hernandez of Miami, FL; son: Steven Thomas Patrick (Jennifer) of Lindsborg, KS; sister: Patricia Rorabach; brothers: Jesse Patrick and Duane Patrick; as well as 5 grandchildren.

Laurel is preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Rose Richards and Joyce Walker;  and brother: John Patrick.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2020  at Elim Lutheran Church, 403 N Lincoln St, Marquette, with Pastor Amy Kay Pavlovich, officiating.  

Memorials may be made to Elim Lutheran Church or Riverview Estates.  Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Laurel Lee Patrick, 75, of Marquette passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Riverview Estates in Marquette, KS. Laurel was born March 24, 1944 on the family farm, north of Marquette, to the late Johan Oscar and Rosa Seattle (Hudson) Patrick. He was confirmed at Elim Lutheran Church, where he taught Sunday school, served on church council, and sang in the choir for over 40 years. Laurel graduated from Marquette High School and McPherson College. On April 10, 1965 he was united in marriage to Donna Howard. They settled on the family farm and ranch until retiring and moving into town.Besides being active in his church, Laurel served on the school board, the Lindsborg Community Health Care Foundation. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, spending time with his family and friends, and traveling. He is survived by his wife: Donna Jean, daughters: Rebecca Jo Evans (John) of Las Vegas, NV and Ann Marie Patrick-Hernandez of Miami, FL; son: Steven Thomas Patrick (Jennifer) of Lindsborg, KS; sister: Patricia Rorabach; brothers: Jesse Patrick and Duane Patrick; as well as 5 grandchildren.Laurel is preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Rose Richards and Joyce Walker; and brother: John Patrick.A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at Elim Lutheran Church, 403 N Lincoln St, Marquette, with Pastor Amy Kay Pavlovich, officiating. Memorials may be made to Elim Lutheran Church or Riverview Estates. Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Laurel Lee Patrick

Delora Mae Alvarez, 79, departed this life, early Saturday morning, January 25, 2020, at the Herington Municipal Hospital.&nbsp; She was born July 15, 1940, at Schurz, Nevada, the second child of ten children born to Henick and Lavell (Brady) Smith.

Dee graduated from Tonapah High School in Nevada.&nbsp; On June 8, 1959, she married Manuel Alvarez in Herington, Kansas.&nbsp; They were the parents of Sam, Theresa, Audrey, Diana, Tammi, &nbsp;Vicki, and Mary Ann.&nbsp; After Vicki went to school, she opened Al’s Café in Lost Springs.&nbsp; As the business grew and became successful she built a new and larger facility to the west.&nbsp; Currently, she was the owner and manager, of the famous “Al’s Café,” known all around for at least a hundred miles.

Proceeded in death by her parents; two sisters, Thelma Smith and Pansey Show; brother, Lester Smith; husband, Manuel Alvarez; 2 daughters, an infant, Mary Ann Alvarez, and Vicki Makovec; and son, Samuel Alvarez.

Dee is survived by four daughters, Theresa Morrical (husband-Steve) of Brookville, Kansas,&nbsp;Audrey Alvarez of Herington, Diana Smith (husband-Rickey) of Greenwood, Louisiana, and Tammi Roth of Abilene; six siblings, Edward Smith (wife-Vicki, Amelia Marie Smith (Stan Baldwin,&nbsp; Lily Smith (Victor Bobb, J.V. Smith (Colleen, Kenny Smith (Sherri, and Vernell Zararagoza (Richard); and twelve grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Visitation will be Friday, January 31, 2020, 6:00 – 7:25pm, at the Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, with rosary at 7:30pm led by Father Peter O’Donnell.&nbsp; Funeral mass&nbsp;will be Saturday, February 1, 2020, 10:30am at the St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church,&nbsp;Pilsen, with Fr. Brian Bebak, officiating. Burial will follow at the Mount St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery of Abilene, with Fr. Don Zimmerman, officiating.&nbsp;

Memorials have been designated to Donor’s Choice; and may be sent in care of Yazel- Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS, 67449-3038.

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 </figure>Delora Mae Alvarez, 79, departed this life, early Saturday morning, January 25, 2020, at the Herington Municipal Hospital.&nbsp; She was born July 15, 1940, at Schurz, Nevada, the second child of ten children born to Henick and Lavell (Brady) Smith.Dee graduated from Tonapah High School in Nevada.&nbsp; On June 8, 1959, she married Manuel Alvarez in Herington, Kansas.&nbsp; They were the parents of Sam, Theresa, Audrey, Diana, Tammi, &nbsp;Vicki, and Mary Ann.&nbsp; After Vicki went to school, she opened Al’s Café in Lost Springs.&nbsp; As the business grew and became successful she built a new and larger facility to the west.&nbsp; Currently, she was the owner and manager, of the famous “Al’s Café,” known all around for at least a hundred miles.Proceeded in death by her parents; two sisters, Thelma Smith and Pansey Show; brother, Lester Smith; husband, Manuel Alvarez; 2 daughters, an infant, Mary Ann Alvarez, and Vicki Makovec; and son, Samuel Alvarez.Dee is survived by four daughters, Theresa Morrical (husband-Steve) of Brookville, Kansas,&nbsp;Audrey Alvarez of Herington, Diana Smith (husband-Rickey) of Greenwood, Louisiana, and Tammi Roth of Abilene; six siblings, Edward Smith (wife-Vicki, Amelia Marie Smith (Stan Baldwin,&nbsp; Lily Smith (Victor Bobb, J.V. Smith (Colleen, Kenny Smith (Sherri, and Vernell Zararagoza (Richard); and twelve grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren.&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday, January 31, 2020, 6:00 – 7:25pm, at the Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, with rosary at 7:30pm led by Father Peter O’Donnell.&nbsp; Funeral mass&nbsp;will be Saturday, February 1, 2020, 10:30am at the St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church,&nbsp;Pilsen, with Fr. Brian Bebak, officiating. Burial will follow at the Mount St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery of Abilene, with Fr. Don Zimmerman, officiating.&nbsp;Memorials have been designated to Donor’s Choice; and may be sent in care of Yazel- Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS, 67449-3038.

Delora Mae Alvarez

On Wednesday, January 29, 2020, MaryDean Nelson, loving wife, mother of three, grandmother of five, and great grandmother of two passed away at the age of 83 in Wichita, Kansas.

MaryDean was born on October 22, 1936 in Cuba, Kansas to Verlin and Agnes (Cibolski) Ryser. She attended Concordia School District from kindergarten through high school. &nbsp;She married Darrell Lee Nelson of Concordia on January 9, 1957. They raised one daughter, Charleen (Sherry) K. Reeves, and two sons, David L. Nelson and Randall A. Nelson.

MaryDean had a devotion to her family. She was a collector of antique bowls, plates and Hummel figurines. She loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren like no other.&nbsp; She loved to play bridge and attempted to keep Darrell in check. She even knew how to cope with his sense of humor and never ending one-liners. They just were made for each other!&nbsp; She was an avid fan of college basketball and would not miss a KU basketball game, even to the extent of watching a KU/Dayton game earlier this year while leaned over a counter to see the TV when she was supposed to be watching her grandson play a few feet away!

MaryDean had a strong devotion to her faith and was an active member of The Baptist Church.&nbsp; She felt a deep commitment to her church family.

MaryDean worked in the local banking community with various positions throughout her career until her retirement in 2002.&nbsp; In the latter part of her professional career, MaryDean became a CASA volunteer because of her love of children.

MaryDean was preceded in death by her son, David, her parents, and her brother, Gary Ryser.

She is survived by her husband Darrell of Concordia, daughter Sherry and husband Scott of Basehor, KS, son Randy and wife Heather of Lenexa, KS, grandchildren Jacob McCray-Reeves, Joshua Reeves, Abigaile Molzer, Zachary Molzer, and Jordy Nelson, great-grandchildren Vivian Reeves and Elijah Reeves, brothers Dan and Dick, and sisters Margaret, Lesley Ann, Glenna, Jan, Pam, and Annette.

Visitation will be Monday, February 3, 2020, from 1-8 pm with family greeting friends from 6-7 at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.

Memorial services will be 11:00 am, Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at The Baptist Church, Concordia with Pastor Jonathan Peppers officiating.&nbsp; Family burial will be prior to the services at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Baptist Church or NCK Teens for Christ in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>On Wednesday, January 29, 2020, MaryDean Nelson, loving wife, mother of three, grandmother of five, and great grandmother of two passed away at the age of 83 in Wichita, Kansas.MaryDean was born on October 22, 1936 in Cuba, Kansas to Verlin and Agnes (Cibolski) Ryser. She attended Concordia School District from kindergarten through high school. &nbsp;She married Darrell Lee Nelson of Concordia on January 9, 1957. They raised one daughter, Charleen (Sherry) K. Reeves, and two sons, David L. Nelson and Randall A. Nelson.MaryDean had a devotion to her family. She was a collector of antique bowls, plates and Hummel figurines. She loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren like no other.&nbsp; She loved to play bridge and attempted to keep Darrell in check. She even knew how to cope with his sense of humor and never ending one-liners. They just were made for each other!&nbsp; She was an avid fan of college basketball and would not miss a KU basketball game, even to the extent of watching a KU/Dayton game earlier this year while leaned over a counter to see the TV when she was supposed to be watching her grandson play a few feet away!MaryDean had a strong devotion to her faith and was an active member of The Baptist Church.&nbsp; She felt a deep commitment to her church family.MaryDean worked in the local banking community with various positions throughout her career until her retirement in 2002.&nbsp; In the latter part of her professional career, MaryDean became a CASA volunteer because of her love of children.MaryDean was preceded in death by her son, David, her parents, and her brother, Gary Ryser.She is survived by her husband Darrell of Concordia, daughter Sherry and husband Scott of Basehor, KS, son Randy and wife Heather of Lenexa, KS, grandchildren Jacob McCray-Reeves, Joshua Reeves, Abigaile Molzer, Zachary Molzer, and Jordy Nelson, great-grandchildren Vivian Reeves and Elijah Reeves, brothers Dan and Dick, and sisters Margaret, Lesley Ann, Glenna, Jan, Pam, and Annette.Visitation will be Monday, February 3, 2020, from 1-8 pm with family greeting friends from 6-7 at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.Memorial services will be 11:00 am, Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at The Baptist Church, Concordia with Pastor Jonathan Peppers officiating.&nbsp; Family burial will be prior to the services at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Baptist Church or NCK Teens for Christ in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Mary Dean Nelson

Friday, February 3rd, 1950-Tuesday, January 21st, 2020



Marshall Robert (Bob) Jeffrey, 69, passed away Tuesday, January 21, at his home.

Private memorial services will be held at a later date. 

Danner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.



<h2>Bob Jeffrey</h2>Friday, February 3rd, 1950-Tuesday, January 21st, 2020

Marshall Robert (Bob) Jeffrey, 69, passed away Tuesday, January 21, at his home.The family has selected cremation. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Danner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Marshall Robert (Bob) Jeffrey

Donna Ray Falter, 77, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 23, 2020 in Oklahoma City, OK. She was born in 1942 to Cecil Wayne and Vera May Calhoun in Pueblo, CO.

Donna spent her early years growing up in Woodward, OK, the only daughter of three children and Daddy’s little princess. She was swept off her feet by a dashing Minnesota army private, Ordell Hall, and married him the Christmas after she graduated from High School. She and Ordell moved to Emporia, KS and worked many years as Lab Techs for Newman Memorial Hospital. They had daughters, Lisa and Terri, before divorcing in 1980.

Donna became a successful real estate agent and met and married a tall, lanky cowboy, Bob Falter in 1981. They moved to Oklahoma in 1985, and have been at their current Guthrie residence for the past 30 years.

Donna was passionate about her Christian faith, flower gardening, playing music, her friends and family, including Molly… Fox News and, of course, Sudoku. Her laughter, her love, and her feisty spirit will be very much missed.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents and step-daughter, Kim.

She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Robert Gene; brothers, Larry Calhoun of Oklahoma City and George Calhoun of Norman, OK; daughters, Lisa Hall and partner of Camillus, NY and Terri Hall of New Milford, CT; step-son, Jeffrey Falter and family; and step-daughter, Christy Alexander and family; and a host of other much loved friends and family.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Smith Memorial Chapel in Guthrie, OK. Services are under the direction of Smith-Gallo Funeral Home.

Friends are welcome to attend a public viewing Thursday at 1:00 P.M.

Graveside services and interment will be held at Prairie View Cemetery in Alta Vista, KS on Friday, January 31, 2020 at 2:00 P.M.

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 </figure>Donna Ray Falter, 77, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 23, 2020 in Oklahoma City, OK. She was born in 1942 to Cecil Wayne and Vera May Calhoun in Pueblo, CO.Donna spent her early years growing up in Woodward, OK, the only daughter of three children and Daddy’s little princess. She was swept off her feet by a dashing Minnesota army private, Ordell Hall, and married him the Christmas after she graduated from High School. She and Ordell moved to Emporia, KS and worked many years as Lab Techs for Newman Memorial Hospital. They had daughters, Lisa and Terri, before divorcing in 1980.Donna became a successful real estate agent and met and married a tall, lanky cowboy, Bob Falter in 1981. They moved to Oklahoma in 1985, and have been at their current Guthrie residence for the past 30 years.Donna was passionate about her Christian faith, flower gardening, playing music, her friends and family, including Molly… Fox News and, of course, Sudoku. Her laughter, her love, and her feisty spirit will be very much missed.Donna is preceded in death by her parents and step-daughter, Kim.She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Robert Gene; brothers, Larry Calhoun of Oklahoma City and George Calhoun of Norman, OK; daughters, Lisa Hall and partner of Camillus, NY and Terri Hall of New Milford, CT; step-son, Jeffrey Falter and family; and step-daughter, Christy Alexander and family; and a host of other much loved friends and family.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Smith Memorial Chapel in Guthrie, OK. Services are under the direction of Smith-Gallo Funeral Home.Friends are welcome to attend a public viewing Thursday at 1:00 P.M.Graveside services and interment will be held at Prairie View Cemetery in Alta Vista, KS on Friday, January 31, 2020 at 2:00 P.M.

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