

Dora Mae Graham, 94, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 7th, 2020.

Dora was born in rural Aurora, Kansas on March 17, 1925, a daughter of the late Mary Ann (Poulin) and Alfred Marcotte.

Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Burt (Gary) of Bennington, and Elizabeth "Roxann" Schooley (Bart) of Cambridge; son, Allan Hauck (Patty) of Yukon, Oklahoma; Step-daughters, Judy Cote of Meridan, and Betty Graham of Wichita; and step-son Gary Graham (Patti) of Phoenix, Arizona.

She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husbands, Francis Lee "Bud" Hauck, Clarence "Swede" Ellison, and Maurice Graham; daughter, Creta Urquhart; step-son, Jack Ellison; great-grandson, Austin; 5 infant siblings; sisters, Ruby Gauthier (Telesphore, Lena Peltier (Ted, Laura Alkire (Herbert); brothers, Wilfred Marcotte (Mary, Alphonse Marcotte (Edna, Homer Marcotte (Delena, Francis Marcotte (Dorothy, Raymond Marcotte (Eula, and Leonard Marcotte (Mary and Helen); and son-in-laws Philip Crickenberger and Tom Cote.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 12 from 1:00 to 8:00 pm with the family present from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio Street, Salina. Rosary will be at 7:00 pm.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 pm Friday, March 13th at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 230 E. Cloud Street, Salina.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or the Salina Kennel Club, sent in care of the funeral home.

Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will be at Miltonvale Cemetery at a later date.



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Dora Mae Graham, 94, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 7th, 2020.Dora was born in rural Aurora, Kansas on March 17, 1925, a daughter of the late Mary Ann (Poulin) and Alfred Marcotte.Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Burt (Gary) of Bennington, and Elizabeth "Roxann" Schooley (Bart) of Cambridge; son, Allan Hauck (Patty) of Yukon, Oklahoma; Step-daughters, Judy Cote of Meridan, and Betty Graham of Wichita; and step-son Gary Graham (Patti) of Phoenix, Arizona.She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her husbands, Francis Lee "Bud" Hauck, Clarence "Swede" Ellison, and Maurice Graham; daughter, Creta Urquhart; step-son, Jack Ellison; great-grandson, Austin; 5 infant siblings; sisters, Ruby Gauthier (Telesphore, Lena Peltier (Ted, Laura Alkire (Herbert); brothers, Wilfred Marcotte (Mary, Alphonse Marcotte (Edna, Homer Marcotte (Delena, Francis Marcotte (Dorothy, Raymond Marcotte (Eula, and Leonard Marcotte (Mary and Helen); and son-in-laws Philip Crickenberger and Tom Cote.Visitation will be Thursday, March 12 from 1:00 to 8:00 pm with the family present from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio Street, Salina. Rosary will be at 7:00 pm.Funeral service will be at 2:00 pm Friday, March 13th at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 230 E. Cloud Street, Salina.Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or the Salina Kennel Club, sent in care of the funeral home.Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will be at Miltonvale Cemetery at a later date.

Dora Mae Graham



Brian Keith Norris, 46, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020.

He served in the United States Marines from 1992 to 1996.

Brian was born in Salina, Kansas on September 27, 1973, a son of Jerry Paul Norris and the late Sharon Diane (Bender) Norris.

Survivors include his daughter, Raigen Norris of Norton; brothers, Craig Norris (Meghan) of Salina, Darin Norris of Topeka, Brady Norris of Salina, Curt Norris of Kansas City, Kansas, and Chris Norris (Megan) of Hays; and sister, Jenny Norris-Burch (Allen) of Claremore, Oklahoma.

Memorial service will be Thursday, March 12th at 1:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio Street with John Cambridge officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Craig Norris to be used for an education fund for Brian's Daughter, Raigen. Memorials may be sent to Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.



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Brian Keith Norris, 46, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020.He served in the United States Marines from 1992 to 1996.Brian was born in Salina, Kansas on September 27, 1973, a son of Jerry Paul Norris and the late Sharon Diane (Bender) Norris.Survivors include his daughter, Raigen Norris of Norton; brothers, Craig Norris (Meghan) of Salina, Darin Norris of Topeka, Brady Norris of Salina, Curt Norris of Kansas City, Kansas, and Chris Norris (Megan) of Hays; and sister, Jenny Norris-Burch (Allen) of Claremore, Oklahoma.Memorial service will be Thursday, March 12th at 1:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio Street with John Cambridge officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to Craig Norris to be used for an education fund for Brian's Daughter, Raigen. Memorials may be sent to Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.

Brian Keith Norris

Hillsboro – Ruth Meisinger, 76, died March 7, 2020 at Hillsboro Community Hospital.  She was born September 18, 1943 in Vancouver, Washington to George and Naomi (Freeman) Jones. 

 She married Charles Meisinger January 1, 1989 in Abilene. 

 Survivors include: husband, Charles Meisinger of Rural Hillsboro; son, Gregory Warnica of Marion; daughter, Gina (Shawn) Priem Millard of Robins, Iowa; brother, George Daniel Jones of Richmond, SK; sisters, Mary Willison of Lake Tapps, WA, Naomi Coleman of Branson, Missouri, Martha Dyck of LaHarpe, KS, Rebecca Smith of Riverside, CA; 2 grandchildren.  

Predeceased by: daughter, Kimberly Bryant in 1982; brother, Robert David Jones in 1966. 

 Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.  Online condones at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Hillsboro – Ruth Meisinger, 76, died March 7, 2020 at Hillsboro Community Hospital. She was born September 18, 1943 in Vancouver, Washington to George and Naomi (Freeman) Jones. She married Charles Meisinger January 1, 1989 in Abilene. Survivors include: husband, Charles Meisinger of Rural Hillsboro; son, Gregory Warnica of Marion; daughter, Gina (Shawn) Priem Millard of Robins, Iowa; brother, George Daniel Jones of Richmond, SK; sisters, Mary Willison of Lake Tapps, WA, Naomi Coleman of Branson, Missouri, Martha Dyck of LaHarpe, KS, Rebecca Smith of Riverside, CA; 2 grandchildren. Predeceased by: daughter, Kimberly Bryant in 1982; brother, Robert David Jones in 1966. Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Online condones at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Ruth Meisinger



Noleen June Binder, 81, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 6:18 a.m., Friday, March 6th, 2020 suddenly, at her home.

Noleen was born on her parents farm rural Longford, Kansas on June 5, 1938, a daughter of Adeline (Brown) and Torrence Clark.

Noleen attended Longford grade school, and graduated from Longford High School, Longford, Kansas in 1956.

Noleen June Clark was united in marriage to Merle F. Binder on September 18, 1956. The young couple established their first home together in Clay Center, Kansas. In 1957, the couple moved to Wichita, Kansas until 1959 when the couple moved back to Longford. In 1966 the family moved to McPherson, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of four children, three sons and one daughter, Mark, Dan, David, and Ronda.

She was a member of First Christian Church (DOC) McPherson, Kansas, where she served as an Elder and was recognized as an Elder Emeritus. She served as a Stephen's Minister. Noleen through the years served as Choir Director, Bell Choir Director, member of Ruth Heimer Women's Group, and was a substitute pianist and organist.

Noleen was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. Through the years she gave piano lessons, was a gifted seamstress and did sewing alterations for others, and she was a pianist and organist for several churches throughout her career.

Noleen enjoyed music, church, visiting with people, drinking coffee, taking care of people, was in prayer groups, spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of over 63 years, Merle Binder, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Mark Binder and Cindy Crocker, of Garfield, Arkansas, Dan Binder and wife Fay Ann, of Inman, Kansas, David Binder, of Plano, Texas, and Ronda Gilstrap and husband Douglas, of Wichita, Kansas; her sisters, Joan Franklin and husband Bob of Northfield, Minnesota and Wava Burt, of Sand Springs, Oklahoma; her seven grandchildren, Chad Binder and Mandie Smith, Justin Binder and wife Taylor, Jessica Smith and husband Ty, Mallory Binder, Natalie Binder, Jason Gilstrap and wife Ashley, and Luke Gilstrap and wife Megan; her five great-grandchildren, Tinley Gilstrap, Tucker Gilstrap, Tess Gilstrap, Oliver Gilstrap, and Shay Smith; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Noleen was preceded in death by her parents, Adeline and Torrence Clark

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 13, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the First Christian Church (DOC, McPherson, Kansas.

Funeral service will be held at the First Christian Church (DOC, McPherson, KS, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 14th, 2020 with Pastor Lynn Scott and Pastor Mike Miller officiating.

The final resting place will be at the McPherson Cemetery McPherson, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church of McPherson or Galva First United Methodist Church, or Canton First United Methodist Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.



Noleen June Binder, 81, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 6:18 a.m., Friday, March 6th, 2020 suddenly, at her home.Noleen was born on her parents farm rural Longford, Kansas on June 5, 1938, a daughter of Adeline (Brown) and Torrence Clark.Noleen attended Longford grade school, and graduated from Longford High School, Longford, Kansas in 1956.Noleen June Clark was united in marriage to Merle F. Binder on September 18, 1956. The young couple established their first home together in Clay Center, Kansas. In 1957, the couple moved to Wichita, Kansas until 1959 when the couple moved back to Longford. In 1966 the family moved to McPherson, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of four children, three sons and one daughter, Mark, Dan, David, and Ronda.She was a member of First Christian Church (DOC) McPherson, Kansas, where she served as an Elder and was recognized as an Elder Emeritus. She served as a Stephen's Minister. Noleen through the years served as Choir Director, Bell Choir Director, member of Ruth Heimer Women's Group, and was a substitute pianist and organist.Noleen was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. Through the years she gave piano lessons, was a gifted seamstress and did sewing alterations for others, and she was a pianist and organist for several churches throughout her career.Noleen enjoyed music, church, visiting with people, drinking coffee, taking care of people, was in prayer groups, spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of over 63 years, Merle Binder, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Mark Binder and Cindy Crocker, of Garfield, Arkansas, Dan Binder and wife Fay Ann, of Inman, Kansas, David Binder, of Plano, Texas, and Ronda Gilstrap and husband Douglas, of Wichita, Kansas; her sisters, Joan Franklin and husband Bob of Northfield, Minnesota and Wava Burt, of Sand Springs, Oklahoma; her seven grandchildren, Chad Binder and Mandie Smith, Justin Binder and wife Taylor, Jessica Smith and husband Ty, Mallory Binder, Natalie Binder, Jason Gilstrap and wife Ashley, and Luke Gilstrap and wife Megan; her five great-grandchildren, Tinley Gilstrap, Tucker Gilstrap, Tess Gilstrap, Oliver Gilstrap, and Shay Smith; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.Noleen was preceded in death by her parents, Adeline and Torrence ClarkVisitation will be held on Friday, March 13, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the First Christian Church (DOC, McPherson, Kansas.Funeral service will be held at the First Christian Church (DOC, McPherson, KS, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 14th, 2020 with Pastor Lynn Scott and Pastor Mike Miller officiating.The final resting place will be at the McPherson Cemetery McPherson, KS.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church of McPherson or Galva First United Methodist Church, or Canton First United Methodist Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, Ks. 67460.

Noleen June Binder

Edna’s life began on July 19, 1914, the daughter of James William and Mabel (King) Fulkerson in Drumright, Oklahoma. She attended Bixler County Schools through the 8th grade and then had to quit school to help run the family farm.&nbsp; She married Joseph “Scott” Mason on November 27, 1939, in Eureka, Kansas. She was a homemaker and attended Marion Christian Church, enjoyed cooking, baking, and her flower garden. Marie and Scott enjoyed traveling and later after retirement they would winter in Las Vegas.

Her loving family includes her sons, William “Bill” Mason (Vi) of Kansas City, Missouri; Jerry Mason of Houston, Texas; granddaughters, Melissa Mason of Portland, Oregon and Ashley Mason of Kansas City, Missouri; son-in-law, Stephen Rasmussen of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

She was preceded in death by her parents; spouse; daughter, June Rasmussen and a brother, William Fulkerson. Marie passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, 2020, at the age of 105.

Her family will gather with friends on Tuesday, March 10, from 10-12 noon at the Hillsboro Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home with an additional time of gathering on Tuesday, March 10, from 3-5 p.m. at the Marion Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at Sunset Lawns Cemetery in El Dorado, Kansas with Pastor Carl Helm officiating.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, PO Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Marie at ymzfh.com

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 </figure><h2>Edna Marie Mason</h2>July 19, 1914~February 28, 2020(age 105)Edna’s life began on July 19, 1914, the daughter of James William and Mabel (King) Fulkerson in Drumright, Oklahoma. She attended Bixler County Schools through the 8th grade and then had to quit school to help run the family farm.&nbsp; She married Joseph “Scott” Mason on November 27, 1939, in Eureka, Kansas. She was a homemaker and attended Marion Christian Church, enjoyed cooking, baking, and her flower garden. Marie and Scott enjoyed traveling and later after retirement they would winter in Las Vegas.Her loving family includes her sons, William “Bill” Mason (Vi) of Kansas City, Missouri; Jerry Mason of Houston, Texas; granddaughters, Melissa Mason of Portland, Oregon and Ashley Mason of Kansas City, Missouri; son-in-law, Stephen Rasmussen of Tulsa, Oklahoma.She was preceded in death by her parents; spouse; daughter, June Rasmussen and a brother, William Fulkerson. Marie passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, 2020, at the age of 105.Her family will gather with friends on Tuesday, March 10, from 10-12 noon at the Hillsboro Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home with an additional time of gathering on Tuesday, March 10, from 3-5 p.m. at the Marion Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at Sunset Lawns Cemetery in El Dorado, Kansas with Pastor Carl Helm officiating.Memorial contributions may be directed to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, PO Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Marie at ymzfh.com

Edna Marie Mason

Ben’s life began on December 19, 1925, the son of Jacob and Mary (Spense) Krahn in Langdon, North Dakota. He graduated from Langdon High, Class of 1943 and married Lavina Mae (Wuthrich) on November 2, 1951, at the Whitewater Federated Church. He was a machinist and worked for Beech Aircraft and also farmed.&nbsp; He was a member of Swiss Church which is now the Whitewater Community Church. There he taught Sunday School and was the church treasurer. Ben was an avid bowler, liked to go on walks and farming was his hobby.

His loving family includes his daughter, Cindy (Ken) Roth of Wichita; sons, Steve (Julie) Krahn of Derby, Kansas, Doug Krahn of Hutchinson, Don (Leslie) Krahn of Towanda, Kansas; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mabel Riley of Derby and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; spouse, Lavina in 2013; brothers, Clarence, Herb, Reuben, Alvin George, and Emil; sisters, Rose Krahn, Mary Gadaire and Katie Lowen. Ben passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2020, at the age of 94 years old.

His family will gather Sunday, March 8, 2020, from 5-7 p.m. at the Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 9, at 10:00 a.m. at the Whitewater Community Church, 703 E. Central, Whitewater, with Pastor Dwight Carter, Pastor Jordan Krahn and Pastor Timothy Conner officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Swiss Cemetery in Whitewater.

Memorial contributions in Ben’s name may be directed to Whitewater Community Church or the China Outreach Ministry in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154. Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Ben at ymzfh.com

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 </figure><h2>Benjamin Jacob Krahn</h2>December 19, 1925~March 5, 2020(age 94)Ben’s life began on December 19, 1925, the son of Jacob and Mary (Spense) Krahn in Langdon, North Dakota. He graduated from Langdon High, Class of 1943 and married Lavina Mae (Wuthrich) on November 2, 1951, at the Whitewater Federated Church. He was a machinist and worked for Beech Aircraft and also farmed.&nbsp; He was a member of Swiss Church which is now the Whitewater Community Church. There he taught Sunday School and was the church treasurer. Ben was an avid bowler, liked to go on walks and farming was his hobby.His loving family includes his daughter, Cindy (Ken) Roth of Wichita; sons, Steve (Julie) Krahn of Derby, Kansas, Doug Krahn of Hutchinson, Don (Leslie) Krahn of Towanda, Kansas; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mabel Riley of Derby and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; spouse, Lavina in 2013; brothers, Clarence, Herb, Reuben, Alvin George, and Emil; sisters, Rose Krahn, Mary Gadaire and Katie Lowen. Ben passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2020, at the age of 94 years old.His family will gather Sunday, March 8, 2020, from 5-7 p.m. at the Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 9, at 10:00 a.m. at the Whitewater Community Church, 703 E. Central, Whitewater, with Pastor Dwight Carter, Pastor Jordan Krahn and Pastor Timothy Conner officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Swiss Cemetery in Whitewater.Memorial contributions in Ben’s name may be directed to Whitewater Community Church or the China Outreach Ministry in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154. Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Ben at ymzfh.com

Benjamin Jacob Krahn



Charles M. Johnson was born to Jesse and Vada (Schafer) Johnson on April 3, 1937, in Goessel, KS. He peacefully passed away on March 5, 2020, at the Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, KS, almost reaching his eighty-third birthday.

He was a lifelong member of Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. He received his formal education at Happy Hollow School.

On October 13, 1957, he was joined in marriage to Joyce E. Unruh, sharing nearly 59 years together. She preceded him in death on March 22, 2016.

Charles was a farmer, feed salesman, and general laborer at Quality Feed and Fertilizer. He was called to ministry by the Zion congregation and was ordained on January 20, 1975. Charles loved his calling and served faithfully until he retired from the ministry in 2015.

Survivors include: three children, Vonda Johnson of Moundridge, KS, Daniel (Clara) Johnson of Inman, KS, and Gregg (Robin) Johnson of Trenton, MO; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold Johnson and Doyle Johnson, both of Moundridge, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce, one daughter-in-law, Rhoda, his parents, oldest brother, Don, and three sisters-in-law.

The funeral service will be at 10:30 AM, Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman, KS. Burial will follow at the Zion Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, March 7, at the church with family greeting friends from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Memorial donations may be given to the General Mission Board of the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.



Charles M. Johnson was born to Jesse and Vada (Schafer) Johnson on April 3, 1937, in Goessel, KS. He peacefully passed away on March 5, 2020, at the Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, KS, almost reaching his eighty-third birthday.He was a lifelong member of Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. He received his formal education at Happy Hollow School.On October 13, 1957, he was joined in marriage to Joyce E. Unruh, sharing nearly 59 years together. She preceded him in death on March 22, 2016.Charles was a farmer, feed salesman, and general laborer at Quality Feed and Fertilizer. He was called to ministry by the Zion congregation and was ordained on January 20, 1975. Charles loved his calling and served faithfully until he retired from the ministry in 2015.Survivors include: three children, Vonda Johnson of Moundridge, KS, Daniel (Clara) Johnson of Inman, KS, and Gregg (Robin) Johnson of Trenton, MO; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold Johnson and Doyle Johnson, both of Moundridge, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce, one daughter-in-law, Rhoda, his parents, oldest brother, Don, and three sisters-in-law.The funeral service will be at 10:30 AM, Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman, KS. Burial will follow at the Zion Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, March 7, at the church with family greeting friends from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.Memorial donations may be given to the General Mission Board of the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Charles M. Johnson

Norman Niles Wohler was born October 30, 1938 in Clay County, to Paul and Irene (Olsen) Wohler. Norman was a 1956 graduate of CCCHS. During high school he worked at the Lincoln Heights grocery store in Clay Center. He then started working for Boogaarts and became the manager of the Boogaarts store in Phillipsburg, Kansas. Norman managed this store for 27 years and worked for Ray’s Applemarket in the produce department training new employees. Norman married Delores Hickman on June 14, 1959. He was a member of the Phillipsburg Lions Club, Phillipsburg Wesleyan Church where he served as Vice-chairman of the board, and Awana in Phillipsburg and Clay Center. Norman and his family were very active in church. They would often open their home for teen meetings, visiting church singers and pastors, and many other church members. Norman, Delores and their two children sang as a family quartet for several years and Norman sang in the church choir. He was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors:Wife: Delores Wohler of Clay Center, KSSon: Steve and wife Elizabeth Wohler of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Sandy and husband Ken Maggy of Fairfield, CAGranddaughter: Angela Wohler

Funeral Services: Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 10:30 AM at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KS

Visitation: from 4-8 PM Friday, March 13, 2020 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Memorials: Clay Center Wesleyan Church c/o the funeral home

<h2>Norman Niles Wohler</h2><h2>March 05, 2020</h2>Norman Niles Wohler was born October 30, 1938 in Clay County, to Paul and Irene (Olsen) Wohler. Norman was a 1956 graduate of CCCHS. During high school he worked at the Lincoln Heights grocery store in Clay Center. He then started working for Boogaarts and became the manager of the Boogaarts store in Phillipsburg, Kansas. Norman managed this store for 27 years and worked for Ray’s Applemarket in the produce department training new employees. Norman married Delores Hickman on June 14, 1959. He was a member of the Phillipsburg Lions Club, Phillipsburg Wesleyan Church where he served as Vice-chairman of the board, and Awana in Phillipsburg and Clay Center. Norman and his family were very active in church. They would often open their home for teen meetings, visiting church singers and pastors, and many other church members. Norman, Delores and their two children sang as a family quartet for several years and Norman sang in the church choir. He was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. He is preceded in death by his parents.Survivors:Wife: Delores Wohler of Clay Center, KSSon: Steve and wife Elizabeth Wohler of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Sandy and husband Ken Maggy of Fairfield, CAGranddaughter: Angela WohlerFuneral Services: Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 10:30 AM at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KSMinister: Pastor Rob StewartBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KSVisitation: from 4-8 PM Friday, March 13, 2020 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSMemorials: Clay Center Wesleyan Church c/o the funeral home

Norman Niles Wohler

Armando David Mascote, age 20, of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away on March 1, 2020.&nbsp; He was born December 1, 1999, to Armando and Maricela Mascote at KU Med in Kansas City, Kansas.

He graduated from Council Grove High School and was a sophomore at the University of Kansas. His plans were to graduate from KU with a major in Biology, attending KU Med and becoming a doctor.

Armando was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, FBLA, and was the Student Body President for two consecutive years. His activities were Cross Country, Football, Wrestling and Track &amp; Field. He also attended KU Student Senate meetings.

Armando was a very respectable, kindhearted individual, whom was loved by his family and friends. He enjoyed so many things…..finding new things to cook, teaching his friends to cook,&nbsp; listening to Kid Cudi, playing with his siblings, he loved his truck, pan dulce (sweet bread, his Sperry’s, dressing up and having a good time with friends. He was extremely proud of having the opportunity to attend the University of Kansas and being a Jayhawk. &nbsp;Armando’s family was very dear to him and he loved spending time with them.&nbsp; He also enjoyed spending time with his grandparents in Mexico.

Armando is survived by his parents Armando and Maricela Mascote; siblings Elizabeth, George and David Mascote; grandparents Agustin Mascote, Isabel Reyes, Juvenal Arroyo and Benita Alvarado; uncles Vicente Mascote, Manuel Mascote, Agustin Mascote, Concepcion Mascote, Nicolas Mascote, and Nemorio Arroyo; aunts Carmen Mascote, Guadalupe Mascote, Rosario Mascote, Daisy Mascote, Isabel Mascote, Catalina Mascote, Carmen Arroyo, and Alejandra Arroyo; and a host of friends. Armando will be sadly missed by all that knew him.

Memorial contributions may be made to Armando Mascote Memorial Fund.

A Vigil will begin at 6:00pm, Wednesday, March 11th, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with visitation at 7:00, at the Parish Hall. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00am, Thursday, March 12th, also at St. Rose. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.

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 </figure>Armando David Mascote, age 20, of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away on March 1, 2020.&nbsp; He was born December 1, 1999, to Armando and Maricela Mascote at KU Med in Kansas City, Kansas.He graduated from Council Grove High School and was a sophomore at the University of Kansas. His plans were to graduate from KU with a major in Biology, attending KU Med and becoming a doctor.Armando was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, FBLA, and was the Student Body President for two consecutive years. His activities were Cross Country, Football, Wrestling and Track &amp; Field. He also attended KU Student Senate meetings.Armando was a very respectable, kindhearted individual, whom was loved by his family and friends. He enjoyed so many things…..finding new things to cook, teaching his friends to cook,&nbsp; listening to Kid Cudi, playing with his siblings, he loved his truck, pan dulce (sweet bread, his Sperry’s, dressing up and having a good time with friends. He was extremely proud of having the opportunity to attend the University of Kansas and being a Jayhawk. &nbsp;Armando’s family was very dear to him and he loved spending time with them.&nbsp; He also enjoyed spending time with his grandparents in Mexico.Armando is survived by his parents Armando and Maricela Mascote; siblings Elizabeth, George and David Mascote; grandparents Agustin Mascote, Isabel Reyes, Juvenal Arroyo and Benita Alvarado; uncles Vicente Mascote, Manuel Mascote, Agustin Mascote, Concepcion Mascote, Nicolas Mascote, and Nemorio Arroyo; aunts Carmen Mascote, Guadalupe Mascote, Rosario Mascote, Daisy Mascote, Isabel Mascote, Catalina Mascote, Carmen Arroyo, and Alejandra Arroyo; and a host of friends. Armando will be sadly missed by all that knew him.Memorial contributions may be made to Armando Mascote Memorial Fund.A Vigil will begin at 6:00pm, Wednesday, March 11th, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with visitation at 7:00, at the Parish Hall. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00am, Thursday, March 12th, also at St. Rose. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.

Armando David Mascote

Lola M. Gropp, age 96, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Sunset Nursing Home, Concordia.&nbsp; She was born on Oct. 7, 1923 in Ames, KS to William M. and Alma L. (Smith) Trost.

She graduated from Concordia High School.&nbsp; She married Don V. Gropp on June 22, 1945 in Concordia and he preceded her on Feb. 20, 1994.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and assisted Don as a driver for the Eldorado Bus Corp. of Salina and on his semi-truck.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church (formerly E.U.B.) and attended Huscher United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her son, Bill Gropp (Shirley, Concordia; daughters, Donna Strait (Renus, Tabor, SD, Mary Faulkner (Steve, Mt. Hope and Karen Lucas, Newcastle, WA; brother, D.D. Trost, Orange&nbsp; City, IA; sisters, Evelyn Woolston, Boone, IA, Willo Harris, Whitefish, MT and Cynthia Ormston, Marshalltown, IA; grandsons, Lance Gropp, Vince Gropp, Ryan Strait, Joshua Faulkner, Trevor Gassler &amp; Erik Gassler; 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; her parents; a great grandson, Kohl Gropp; brothers, Melvin, John &amp; Keith Trost; a sister, Ruth Mulsow and son in law, Frank Lucas.

Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at Trinity United Methodist Church, Concordia with Rev. Melanie Adams officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Nelson Center Cemetery, Huscher.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday, March 9, 2020 from 1-8 pm at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Sunset Nursing Home in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Lola M. Gropp, age 96, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Sunset Nursing Home, Concordia.&nbsp; She was born on Oct. 7, 1923 in Ames, KS to William M. and Alma L. (Smith) Trost.She graduated from Concordia High School.&nbsp; She married Don V. Gropp on June 22, 1945 in Concordia and he preceded her on Feb. 20, 1994.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and assisted Don as a driver for the Eldorado Bus Corp. of Salina and on his semi-truck.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church (formerly E.U.B.) and attended Huscher United Methodist Church.She is survived by her son, Bill Gropp (Shirley, Concordia; daughters, Donna Strait (Renus, Tabor, SD, Mary Faulkner (Steve, Mt. Hope and Karen Lucas, Newcastle, WA; brother, D.D. Trost, Orange&nbsp; City, IA; sisters, Evelyn Woolston, Boone, IA, Willo Harris, Whitefish, MT and Cynthia Ormston, Marshalltown, IA; grandsons, Lance Gropp, Vince Gropp, Ryan Strait, Joshua Faulkner, Trevor Gassler &amp; Erik Gassler; 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; her parents; a great grandson, Kohl Gropp; brothers, Melvin, John &amp; Keith Trost; a sister, Ruth Mulsow and son in law, Frank Lucas.Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at Trinity United Methodist Church, Concordia with Rev. Melanie Adams officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Nelson Center Cemetery, Huscher.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday, March 9, 2020 from 1-8 pm at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Sunset Nursing Home in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Lola M. Gropp

Loren C. Koester, age 83, left this earthly life on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, Lincoln, NE surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He was born on November 14, 1936 in Concordia, KS to Frederick J. and Ruby P. (Sjogren) Koester.

Loren graduated from Concordia High School in 1954 and attended a year at Ft. Hays.

He married Norine F. Forshee on April 16, 1961 at Huscher, KS.&nbsp; In their younger years, they enjoyed square dancing as members of the Aurora Starlighters.

Loren was a 3rd&nbsp;generation farmer SE of Concordia.&nbsp; He was a lifelong member of Huscher United Methodist Church and was currently attending The Baptist Church.&nbsp; Loren volunteered his time and talents to several church and community boards in Cloud County.&nbsp; He was an active member of Gideon’s International and passionate about soil conservation and taking care of the land.

He is survived by his wife, Norine, Concordia; daughter, Karla Koester, Mannford, OK &amp; Karin Kaiser (Kenny, Douglass; son, Roger Koester (Tricia, Concordia; brother, Gene Koester (Patty, Torrence, CA; sister, Carol Stewart (Rolland, Claflin; 6 grandchildren, Kassidy Krehbiel (Donovan, Kraemer Kaiser &amp; Kylee Kaiser; Gavin Koester (Hannah, Garet Koester (Hannah) &amp; Jaida Koester &amp; 4 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Koester; his parents and a grandson, Grant Koester.

It was Loren’s wishes to be cremated and a Memorial service will be Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 11:00 am at The Baptist Church, Concordia with Pastor Jonathan Peppers officiating.&nbsp; Family burial of the cremains will be in the Nelson Center Cemetery, Huscher, KS.&nbsp; Friends may sign the register book on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 from 1-8 pm with family greeting friends from 6-7 pm at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, Lincoln,, NE or Gideon’s International in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Loren C. Koester, age 83, left this earthly life on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, Lincoln, NE surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He was born on November 14, 1936 in Concordia, KS to Frederick J. and Ruby P. (Sjogren) Koester.Loren graduated from Concordia High School in 1954 and attended a year at Ft. Hays.He married Norine F. Forshee on April 16, 1961 at Huscher, KS.&nbsp; In their younger years, they enjoyed square dancing as members of the Aurora Starlighters.Loren was a 3rd&nbsp;generation farmer SE of Concordia.&nbsp; He was a lifelong member of Huscher United Methodist Church and was currently attending The Baptist Church.&nbsp; Loren volunteered his time and talents to several church and community boards in Cloud County.&nbsp; He was an active member of Gideon’s International and passionate about soil conservation and taking care of the land.He is survived by his wife, Norine, Concordia; daughter, Karla Koester, Mannford, OK &amp; Karin Kaiser (Kenny, Douglass; son, Roger Koester (Tricia, Concordia; brother, Gene Koester (Patty, Torrence, CA; sister, Carol Stewart (Rolland, Claflin; 6 grandchildren, Kassidy Krehbiel (Donovan, Kraemer Kaiser &amp; Kylee Kaiser; Gavin Koester (Hannah, Garet Koester (Hannah) &amp; Jaida Koester &amp; 4 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Koester; his parents and a grandson, Grant Koester.It was Loren’s wishes to be cremated and a Memorial service will be Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 11:00 am at The Baptist Church, Concordia with Pastor Jonathan Peppers officiating.&nbsp; Family burial of the cremains will be in the Nelson Center Cemetery, Huscher, KS.&nbsp; Friends may sign the register book on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 from 1-8 pm with family greeting friends from 6-7 pm at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, Lincoln,, NE or Gideon’s International in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Loren C. Koester

Lorrine Elm, 86, of Salina, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020. She was born October 1, 1933 in Baldwin City, Kansas.

She worked for ADM milling Co. as an Office Clerk for 46 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Laura (Schwalm) Elm;

Survivors include her brother, Marvin (RaNay) Elm of San Benito, TX., several beloved nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm, Monday, March 9, 2020 at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.

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

Lorrine Elm, 86, of Salina, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020. She was born October 1, 1933 in Baldwin City, Kansas.She worked for ADM milling Co. as an Office Clerk for 46 years.She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Laura (Schwalm) Elm;sister, Millie Harris, Esther Koonts.Survivors include her brother, Marvin (RaNay) Elm of San Benito, TX., several beloved nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm, Monday, March 9, 2020 at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina.Memorials may be made toRoselawn in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Lorrine Elm

Hillsboro – Rosann Priel, 73, died March 3, 2020 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro.  She was born September 12, 1946 to Herbert and Bertha (Zweigle) Seibel in Harvey, North Dakota. 

 She married Warren Priel September 8, 1972 in Denver, Colorado. 

 Survivors include: husband, Warren Priel of Hillsboro; son, David (Audrey) Priel of Rollie, North Carolina; daughter, Lisa Perret of Colorado Springs, Colorado; 4 grandchildren; brothers, Ron (Kathy) Seibel of Wichita, Harlan (Marlene) Seibel of Denver; sister, Rowena (Jerry) Plett of Lincolnville, KS. 

 Predeceased by a sister, Darlene Timnick.  

Celebration of Life Service 11:00 am. Monday, March 9, 2020 at The Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in Hillsboro Officiated by Clint Seibel.  Family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro.  Memorials to Hillsboro M.B. Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063.  Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Hillsboro – Rosann Priel, 73, died March 3, 2020 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro. She was born September 12, 1946 to Herbert and Bertha (Zweigle) Seibel in Harvey, North Dakota. She married Warren Priel September 8, 1972 in Denver, Colorado. Survivors include: husband, Warren Priel of Hillsboro; son, David (Audrey) Priel of Rollie, North Carolina; daughter, Lisa Perret of Colorado Springs, Colorado; 4 grandchildren; brothers, Ron (Kathy) Seibel of Wichita, Harlan (Marlene) Seibel of Denver; sister, Rowena (Jerry) Plett of Lincolnville, KS. Predeceased by a sister, Darlene Timnick. Celebration of Life Service 11:00 am. Monday, March 9, 2020 at The Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in Hillsboro Officiated by Clint Seibel. Family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials to Hillsboro M.B. Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Rosann Priel

Debra “Deb” was born July 1, 1957 in Clay Center, KS to Dales and Doris (Sheely) Carnahan. She was raised in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS. She owned and operated Deena’s Café in Clyde for 18 years and owned A1 Bail Bonds. Debra loves country music, especially George Strait. She spent her free time playing cards at the Senior Center, going to the casino, cheering on her Kansas City Chiefs and going out to eat with family and friends. Debra loved spending time with her grandchildren and was looking forward to seeing her grandson, Trentin walk across the stage and receive his diploma. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Patricia Carnahan-Osbourn; aunt and best friend, Nancy Asche.

Grandchildren: Tanner, Trentin, Dylan, Denver, Daleigh

Aunts: Norma Newman, Nina Sheely, Jeanne Boling

Nieces: Kim Osbourn-Komorek, Kendra Osbourn-O'Brien

Funeral Services: Monday, March 9, 2020 at 11:30 AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: Monday, March 9, from 9:30AM until service time at the Funeral Home

Memorials: Deb Brown memorial fund c/o the funeral home

<h2>Debra "Deb" Brown</h2><h2>March 04, 2020</h2>Debra “Deb” was born July 1, 1957 in Clay Center, KS to Dales and Doris (Sheely) Carnahan. She was raised in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS. She owned and operated Deena’s Café in Clyde for 18 years and owned A1 Bail Bonds. Debra loves country music, especially George Strait. She spent her free time playing cards at the Senior Center, going to the casino, cheering on her Kansas City Chiefs and going out to eat with family and friends. Debra loved spending time with her grandchildren and was looking forward to seeing her grandson, Trentin walk across the stage and receive his diploma. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Patricia Carnahan-Osbourn; aunt and best friend, Nancy Asche.Survivors:Daughter: Darcy Brown of Concordia, KSDaughter: Deena Hine of Concordia, KSGrandchildren: Tanner, Trentin, Dylan, Denver, DaleighAunts: Norma Newman, Nina Sheely, Jeanne BolingNieces: Kim Osbourn-Komorek, Kendra Osbourn-O'BrienNephew: Chris OsbournFuneral Services: Monday, March 9, 2020 at 11:30 AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: Monday, March 9, from 9:30AM until service time at the Funeral HomeMemorials: Deb Brown memorial fund c/o the funeral home

Debra "Deb" Brown

Irma’s life began on June 2, 1925, the daughter of C.R. and Martha (Funk) Duerksen in Hillsboro, Kansas. She was a cheerleader and graduated from Lehigh Class of 1943. She married Howard Dean Groening on March 8, 1946, at the Lehigh Mennonite Church. Irma helped her spouse on the farm with chores, and enjoyed refinishing wood furniture. She was a member of the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, taught Sunday School, traveled on bus trips, volunteered at the Et Cetera Shop for over 20 years, helped with the MCC Sale in Hutchinson, loved making quilts as wedding gifts for her sons, and baby quilts for her grandchildren.

Her loving family includes her sons and their wives, Jerry and Sherri Groening, Gordon and Shirley Groening all of Marion, Kansas; five grandchildren, Kristin (Matt) Brenzikofer, Justin (Tina) &nbsp;Groening, Jami (Ray) Helmer, Jenny (Aaron) Acree and Ross (Hannah) Groening; eleven great-grandchildren; Colton, Alli, Tori, Sara, Eli, Rebekah, Brennen, Hanna, Samuel, Marianne, and Levi; two great-great-grandchildren, Lyla and Elsie; two brothers, Harlin Duerksen of Newton, Kansas, Gerald (Mary Jo) Duerksen of Dallas Texas; one sister-in-law, Joan Duerksen of Newton.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Howard in 1996; siblings, Roland, Mildor, Willis, Elfrieda, Luetta and granddaughter, Gayle. Irma passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the age of 94 years old.

Her family will gather with friends on Friday, March 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Hillsboro Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held Saturday, March 7, at 10:00 a.m. at Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Cemetery. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, 300 Prairie Pointe in Hillsboro.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Et Cetera Shop in Hillsboro or Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Irma at www.ymzfh.com

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 </figure><h2>Irma June Groening</h2>June 2, 1925~March 4, 2020(age 94)Irma’s life began on June 2, 1925, the daughter of C.R. and Martha (Funk) Duerksen in Hillsboro, Kansas. She was a cheerleader and graduated from Lehigh Class of 1943. She married Howard Dean Groening on March 8, 1946, at the Lehigh Mennonite Church. Irma helped her spouse on the farm with chores, and enjoyed refinishing wood furniture. She was a member of the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, taught Sunday School, traveled on bus trips, volunteered at the Et Cetera Shop for over 20 years, helped with the MCC Sale in Hutchinson, loved making quilts as wedding gifts for her sons, and baby quilts for her grandchildren.Her loving family includes her sons and their wives, Jerry and Sherri Groening, Gordon and Shirley Groening all of Marion, Kansas; five grandchildren, Kristin (Matt) Brenzikofer, Justin (Tina) &nbsp;Groening, Jami (Ray) Helmer, Jenny (Aaron) Acree and Ross (Hannah) Groening; eleven great-grandchildren; Colton, Alli, Tori, Sara, Eli, Rebekah, Brennen, Hanna, Samuel, Marianne, and Levi; two great-great-grandchildren, Lyla and Elsie; two brothers, Harlin Duerksen of Newton, Kansas, Gerald (Mary Jo) Duerksen of Dallas Texas; one sister-in-law, Joan Duerksen of Newton.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Howard in 1996; siblings, Roland, Mildor, Willis, Elfrieda, Luetta and granddaughter, Gayle. Irma passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the age of 94 years old.Her family will gather with friends on Friday, March 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Hillsboro Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held Saturday, March 7, at 10:00 a.m. at Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Cemetery. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, 300 Prairie Pointe in Hillsboro.Memorial contributions may be directed to Et Cetera Shop in Hillsboro or Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Irma at www.ymzfh.com

Irma June Groening

Prairie View resident Jerald L. Huiting passed away March 3, 2020 at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS at the age of 74.&nbsp; He was born May 19, 1945 in Cawker City, the son of Jay &amp; Lillie (Moore) Huiting.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife Karen of the home in Prairie View; his daughter, Kendra DeClue of Boyington Beach, FL; his brother John of Loveland, CO; sister-in-law Jessie Huiting of Denver, CO &amp; 2 grandchildren.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 9, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in the United Presbyterian Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastors Chris Davis, Harlan Nonhof &amp; Darlene Nonhof officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Luctor Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 12:00 to 9:00 Saturday &amp; Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with the family receiving friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to Water Wells for Africa, Luctor Cemetery Cross Fund or Salina Regional Chaplain Program.&nbsp;

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

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

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 </figure>Prairie View resident Jerald L. Huiting passed away March 3, 2020 at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS at the age of 74.&nbsp; He was born May 19, 1945 in Cawker City, the son of Jay &amp; Lillie (Moore) Huiting.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife Karen of the home in Prairie View; his daughter, Kendra DeClue of Boyington Beach, FL; his brother John of Loveland, CO; sister-in-law Jessie Huiting of Denver, CO &amp; 2 grandchildren.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held Monday, March 9, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in the United Presbyterian Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastors Chris Davis, Harlan Nonhof &amp; Darlene Nonhof officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Luctor Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 12:00 to 9:00 Saturday &amp; Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with the family receiving friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to Water Wells for Africa, Luctor Cemetery Cross Fund or Salina Regional Chaplain Program.&nbsp;Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Jerald L. Huiting



Millsap, Texas -&nbsp; TSGT Max Monroe Pool, Ret. went home to his Saviour, Jesus Christ on March 1, 2020 at the age of 83. He was born Dec 7, 1936, in Hope, Kansas. He was the youngest of four children born to Zen Z. and Francis Pool. In 1952, he met the love of his life, Carol and they married four years later.

Max began his Air Force career of 20 years in 1956. He had the distinction of being the Strategic Air Command Commander's Crew Chief on the KC 135 Stratotanker. During his time in service, he would often say tongue-in-cheek that he was a "SAC trained Killer". Not only did he take his job serious, he truly enjoyed it! He flew refueling missions over Vietnam during the war. When he returned home they had the privilege of living all over the USA, as well as Guam.

After his military retirement, Max and his sons started a family business, Woodhaven Custom Wood. He ran this successful business until is retirement in 1997.

He enjoyed the beauty of being outside rather it be hiking, camping or sitting on the porch. Max and Carol were camping park host for many years, which resulted in making many new friends all over the country.

He will be greatly missed by so many people.

Max is preceeded in death by his beautiful wife Carol and sons Dennis and Kenneth.

He is survived by his son Scott Pool ( wife, Debbie, of Millsap, TX; daughter Delynn Fairchild (husband, Michael, of Fairbanks, AK; daughter-in-law Jill Pool of Cresson, TX; grandchildren Kevin Pool, Matthew Pool, Chris Pool, Casey Pool, Zen Pool, all of the Fort Worth, TX area; Tristan Koga of Japan; Micah Fairchild of Fairbanks, AK: Tanna Werner, of Seward, AK, Jordan, Madelyn, Benjamin, Samuel, Nathanael and Sarah Fairchild, of Fairbanks, AK; and great-granchildren Aislinn, Micah, Lilly, Morgan, Hudson Pool and Ezra Fairchild.

A celebration of Max's life will be held in Hope, Kansas at Hope Cemetery on March 6, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.



Millsap, Texas -&nbsp; TSGT Max Monroe Pool, Ret. went home to his Saviour, Jesus Christ on March 1, 2020 at the age of 83. He was born Dec 7, 1936, in Hope, Kansas. He was the youngest of four children born to Zen Z. and Francis Pool. In 1952, he met the love of his life, Carol and they married four years later.Max began his Air Force career of 20 years in 1956. He had the distinction of being the Strategic Air Command Commander's Crew Chief on the KC 135 Stratotanker. During his time in service, he would often say tongue-in-cheek that he was a "SAC trained Killer". Not only did he take his job serious, he truly enjoyed it! He flew refueling missions over Vietnam during the war. When he returned home they had the privilege of living all over the USA, as well as Guam.After his military retirement, Max and his sons started a family business, Woodhaven Custom Wood. He ran this successful business until is retirement in 1997.He enjoyed the beauty of being outside rather it be hiking, camping or sitting on the porch. Max and Carol were camping park host for many years, which resulted in making many new friends all over the country.He will be greatly missed by so many people.Max is preceeded in death by his beautiful wife Carol and sons Dennis and Kenneth.He is survived by his son Scott Pool ( wife, Debbie, of Millsap, TX; daughter Delynn Fairchild (husband, Michael, of Fairbanks, AK; daughter-in-law Jill Pool of Cresson, TX; grandchildren Kevin Pool, Matthew Pool, Chris Pool, Casey Pool, Zen Pool, all of the Fort Worth, TX area; Tristan Koga of Japan; Micah Fairchild of Fairbanks, AK: Tanna Werner, of Seward, AK, Jordan, Madelyn, Benjamin, Samuel, Nathanael and Sarah Fairchild, of Fairbanks, AK; and great-granchildren Aislinn, Micah, Lilly, Morgan, Hudson Pool and Ezra Fairchild.A celebration of Max's life will be held in Hope, Kansas at Hope Cemetery on March 6, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.

TSGT Max Monroe Pool, Ret.



Ronald Earl Barnes, 72, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Colorado, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020, surrounded by family at his home in rural McPherson. He was a construction worker and a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam War.

He was born August 9, 1947, in Grand Island, NE, the son of Ronald Anthony and Velma Ellen (Sautter) Barnes. On January 29, 1968, he married Diane Kay Kramer in Rockville, NE.

Survivors include: his wife, Diane of Wheatridge, CO; five children, Christy Stanislav (Michael) of Omaha, NE, Joey Reed (Frank) of McPherson, KS, Carrie Espinosa (Ben) of Englewood, CO, Ronald Barnes (Kate) of Redondo Beach, CA, and Jeffrey Barnes of Lakewood, CO; three siblings, James Barnes of Australia, Roxanne Bellamy (Michael ) of Cozad, NE, and Robert Barnes (Laurie) of Lincoln, NE; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

A memorial service will be held in Colorado at a later date. Memorial donations may be given to Serenity Hospice in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.



Ronald Earl Barnes, 72, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Colorado, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020, surrounded by family at his home in rural McPherson. He was a construction worker and a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam War.He was born August 9, 1947, in Grand Island, NE, the son of Ronald Anthony and Velma Ellen (Sautter) Barnes. On January 29, 1968, he married Diane Kay Kramer in Rockville, NE.Survivors include: his wife, Diane of Wheatridge, CO; five children, Christy Stanislav (Michael) of Omaha, NE, Joey Reed (Frank) of McPherson, KS, Carrie Espinosa (Ben) of Englewood, CO, Ronald Barnes (Kate) of Redondo Beach, CA, and Jeffrey Barnes of Lakewood, CO; three siblings, James Barnes of Australia, Roxanne Bellamy (Michael ) of Cozad, NE, and Robert Barnes (Laurie) of Lincoln, NE; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild.A memorial service will be held in Colorado at a later date. Memorial donations may be given to Serenity Hospice in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Ronald Earl Barnes

Evelyn Lena Pflughoeft, 95, passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born November 11, 1924 in Ellsworth County to Gustave and Dorothy (Peterman) Schneider.

Evelyn was a long time resident of Ellsworth where she married Lester Pflughoeft on March 10, 1946. She was a homemaker and dispatcher and director for the Ellsworth ambulance services for many years. She was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, north of Ellsworth where she participated in LWML, church choir, and many other facets of the church.

Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Connie Rodriguez (the late Dan Rodriguez) of Ellsworth; daughter, Kathy May (Jeff) of Ellsworth; son, Rickie Pflughoeft (Lois) of Ellsworth; grandchildren, Angie Ptacek (Mike, Chelsee Acres (Josh, Mason May, Dusty Howell, Nikki Howell, and Katie McWilliams (Jason); 16 great grandchildren; sister, Erna Haase (Lloyd) of Ellsworth; brother-in-law, Dwaine Pruitt of Ellsworth; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lester; sisters, Betty Pruitt and Edith Compton; and grandson-in-law, Donnie Moore.

Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth, with family present 6-8 p.m.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Ellsworth, with burial following in the church cemetery.

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

Evelyn Lena Pflughoeft, 95, passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 in Ellsworth. She was born November 11, 1924 in Ellsworth County to Gustave and Dorothy (Peterman) Schneider.Evelyn was a long time resident of Ellsworth where she married Lester Pflughoeft on March 10, 1946. She was a homemaker and dispatcher and director for the Ellsworth ambulance services for many years. She was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, north of Ellsworth where she participated in LWML, church choir, and many other facets of the church.Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Connie Rodriguez (the late Dan Rodriguez) of Ellsworth; daughter, Kathy May (Jeff) of Ellsworth; son, Rickie Pflughoeft (Lois) of Ellsworth; grandchildren, Angie Ptacek (Mike, Chelsee Acres (Josh, Mason May, Dusty Howell, Nikki Howell, and Katie McWilliams (Jason); 16 great grandchildren; sister, Erna Haase (Lloyd) of Ellsworth; brother-in-law, Dwaine Pruitt of Ellsworth; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lester; sisters, Betty Pruitt and Edith Compton; and grandson-in-law, Donnie Moore.Visitation: 1-8 p.m., Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth, with family present 6-8 p.m.Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Ellsworth, with burial following in the church cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and St. Paul Lutheran Church, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Evelyn Lena Pflughoeft

Alice’s life began on July 18, 1927 in Ramona, KS.  She was the daughter of Solomon and Emilie (Schneider) Sader.  

Alice was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Ramona. 

 Alice is a 1945 graduate of Ramona High School. 

 She was united in marriage to Glenn A. Wendt on October 31, 1948 at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. 

 Alice was a homemaker, and also worked as a telephone operator, grocery store clerk, and a cook at the Herington Elementary School for many years. 

 She loved spending time with her family, volunteering at church, travelling to Branson and having coffee with her friends.  

Alice’s loving family includes her children Glenn (Berry) Wendt and Randy (Debbie) Wendt, both of Salina, Mike (Debbie) Wendt and Craig (Marcia) Wendt, both of Herington and Nancy (Terry) Deason of Wichita; sister Mildred Rowe of Herington, brother Tom Sader of Overland Park, eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. 

 Alice passed away on March 2, 2020 at Legacy at Herington. 

 She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Glenn in 1999 and stillborn daughter Glenda Rae in 1951. 

 Her family will gather with friends on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Herington.  Alice’s funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church led by Pastor Bill Neuman.  She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery.  Memorial contributions in Alice's name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Herington.  Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Alice at www.ymzfh.com.

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 </figure><h2>Alice Jane (Sader) Wendt</h2>July 18, 1927~March 2, 2020(age 92)Alice’s life began on July 18, 1927 in Ramona, KS. She was the daughter of Solomon and Emilie (Schneider) Sader. Alice was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Ramona. Alice is a 1945 graduate of Ramona High School. She was united in marriage to Glenn A. Wendt on October 31, 1948 at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Alice was a homemaker, and also worked as a telephone operator, grocery store clerk, and a cook at the Herington Elementary School for many years. She loved spending time with her family, volunteering at church, travelling to Branson and having coffee with her friends. Alice’s loving family includes her children Glenn (Berry) Wendt and Randy (Debbie) Wendt, both of Salina, Mike (Debbie) Wendt and Craig (Marcia) Wendt, both of Herington and Nancy (Terry) Deason of Wichita; sister Mildred Rowe of Herington, brother Tom Sader of Overland Park, eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Alice passed away on March 2, 2020 at Legacy at Herington. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Glenn in 1999 and stillborn daughter Glenda Rae in 1951. Her family will gather with friends on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Herington. Alice’s funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church led by Pastor Bill Neuman. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Alice's name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Herington. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Alice at www.ymzfh.com.

Alice Jane (Sader) Wendt

Dr. Marvin K. Lawton, 88, passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 at Cloud County Health Center in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born in Lincoln Nebraska on December 31, 1931 to Peter and Luzena Lawton.&nbsp; He graduated from Lincoln High School (1949) and the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor of Arts Degree (1953).&nbsp; He married Joan A Brenneman July 4, 1954 at St Paul's Methodist Church in Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp; He graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine(1958, served his internship at University Hospital in Omaha, completed a general surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (1963) and was certified by American Board of Surgery (1964).&nbsp; He served as Captain and surgeon at the U.S. Army Hospital at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri (1963-65)

Dr Lawton joined the Gelvin-Haughey Clinic in Concordia (1965).&nbsp; He became a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons (1965) and a Fellow in the Southwest Surgical Congress (1966).&nbsp; He was a member of the American Medical Association, Kansas Medical Society, Cloud County Medical Society, Elks, Moose, Country Club, University of Nebraska Foundation, and First United Methodist Church.&nbsp; He was a surgeon and partner in the Concordia Medical Group until 1987 and continued working at the clinic until August 1994.

He enjoyed reading, gardening, and all sports, especially playing golf.&nbsp; He was a devoted family man attending his children's and grandchildren's activities and events, and taking them on trips coast to coast, Mexico, Canada, and Hawaii.&nbsp; He and Joan also enjoyed cruises to South Pacific, Alaska, Mediterranean, British Isles, South and Central America.

He is survived by his wife Joan, daughter Janet Ripple (Larry, and son Dr. Steven K Lawton (Shari); 7 grandchildren- Greg Hammond, Eric Hammond, Amanda Hooten (Lucas, Brittney Becker (Kyle, Corbin Lawton (Robin, Carrigan Lawton, and Adley Lawton.

Funeral service will be Friday, March 6, 2020 at 10:00 AM at First United Methodist Church, Concordia, with Pastor Melanie Adams officiating. A private family burial will be held at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery, Lincoln, Nebraska.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 5, 2020 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.&nbsp; Family will receive friends from 6-8 pm.

Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the First United Methodist Church, American Parkinson Disease Association, or American Heart Association in c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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 </figure>Dr. Marvin K. Lawton, 88, passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 at Cloud County Health Center in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born in Lincoln Nebraska on December 31, 1931 to Peter and Luzena Lawton.&nbsp; He graduated from Lincoln High School (1949) and the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor of Arts Degree (1953).&nbsp; He married Joan A Brenneman July 4, 1954 at St Paul's Methodist Church in Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp; He graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine(1958, served his internship at University Hospital in Omaha, completed a general surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (1963) and was certified by American Board of Surgery (1964).&nbsp; He served as Captain and surgeon at the U.S. Army Hospital at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri (1963-65)Dr Lawton joined the Gelvin-Haughey Clinic in Concordia (1965).&nbsp; He became a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons (1965) and a Fellow in the Southwest Surgical Congress (1966).&nbsp; He was a member of the American Medical Association, Kansas Medical Society, Cloud County Medical Society, Elks, Moose, Country Club, University of Nebraska Foundation, and First United Methodist Church.&nbsp; He was a surgeon and partner in the Concordia Medical Group until 1987 and continued working at the clinic until August 1994.He enjoyed reading, gardening, and all sports, especially playing golf.&nbsp; He was a devoted family man attending his children's and grandchildren's activities and events, and taking them on trips coast to coast, Mexico, Canada, and Hawaii.&nbsp; He and Joan also enjoyed cruises to South Pacific, Alaska, Mediterranean, British Isles, South and Central America.He is survived by his wife Joan, daughter Janet Ripple (Larry, and son Dr. Steven K Lawton (Shari); 7 grandchildren- Greg Hammond, Eric Hammond, Amanda Hooten (Lucas, Brittney Becker (Kyle, Corbin Lawton (Robin, Carrigan Lawton, and Adley Lawton.Funeral service will be Friday, March 6, 2020 at 10:00 AM at First United Methodist Church, Concordia, with Pastor Melanie Adams officiating. A private family burial will be held at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery, Lincoln, Nebraska.Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 5, 2020 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.&nbsp; Family will receive friends from 6-8 pm.Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the First United Methodist Church, American Parkinson Disease Association, or American Heart Association in c/o Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

Dr. Marvin K. Lawton



Patricia A. Riffel, 81, passed away Monday, March 2 in Salina KS.

She was born October 16, 1938 in Hillsboro KS, the daughter of Melvin and Dorothy (Hoffman) Klingberg. Growing up in the Tampa area, Pat attended Tampa grade school and Hope High School.

On December 2, 1962 she married Eldon A. Riffel in Hope, KS. They spent their married life at their home in rural Hope.

Pat had a great balance of family, faith and friends. She was highly involved in church activities and put God first in her life. She had a passion for music as she was a pianist for Ebenezer church. She also sang duets with Eldon and as well as chorale groups for many years throughout the community. She loved gardening, cooking, and sewing, and making memories with her children and grand-children. She worked in Herington Sale Barn Cafe and West Walnut Market in Herington where she was noted for her pie baking.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents and son Kenneth Riffel.

Survivors include her loving husband Eldon of Hope, daughter-in-law Carla Riffel (Kenneth) of Hope, son Dr. Alan Wayne Lyne (Monica) of Ventura CA, son Robert Riffel of Wichita, daughter Susan Albrecht (Mark) of Bella Vista AR, son Cecil Riffel (Cynthia) of Hope, daughter Lorrie Adkins of Hope, son Scott Riffel (Amanda) of Haltom City TX, son Roger Riffel (Jenni) of Omaha NE, sister Marilynn Hostetter (Donnie) of Hope, sister Lynda Hice (Del) of Albany OR, 25 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services for Pat will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 7 at Ebenezer Baptist Church in rural Abilene with Pastor Jim Brown officiating. Burial will follow at the Ebenezer Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 6 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third Street, Abilene, KS, 67410.

The family suggests memorial contributions in her memory be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church. They may be left at the church the day of the service, at visitation on Friday, or sent in care of Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.



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Patricia A. Riffel, 81, passed away Monday, March 2 in Salina KS.She was born October 16, 1938 in Hillsboro KS, the daughter of Melvin and Dorothy (Hoffman) Klingberg. Growing up in the Tampa area, Pat attended Tampa grade school and Hope High School.On December 2, 1962 she married Eldon A. Riffel in Hope, KS. They spent their married life at their home in rural Hope.Pat had a great balance of family, faith and friends. She was highly involved in church activities and put God first in her life. She had a passion for music as she was a pianist for Ebenezer church. She also sang duets with Eldon and as well as chorale groups for many years throughout the community. She loved gardening, cooking, and sewing, and making memories with her children and grand-children. She worked in Herington Sale Barn Cafe and West Walnut Market in Herington where she was noted for her pie baking.Pat was preceded in death by her parents and son Kenneth Riffel.Survivors include her loving husband Eldon of Hope, daughter-in-law Carla Riffel (Kenneth) of Hope, son Dr. Alan Wayne Lyne (Monica) of Ventura CA, son Robert Riffel of Wichita, daughter Susan Albrecht (Mark) of Bella Vista AR, son Cecil Riffel (Cynthia) of Hope, daughter Lorrie Adkins of Hope, son Scott Riffel (Amanda) of Haltom City TX, son Roger Riffel (Jenni) of Omaha NE, sister Marilynn Hostetter (Donnie) of Hope, sister Lynda Hice (Del) of Albany OR, 25 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren.Funeral Services for Pat will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 7 at Ebenezer Baptist Church in rural Abilene with Pastor Jim Brown officiating. Burial will follow at the Ebenezer Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 6 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third Street, Abilene, KS, 67410.The family suggests memorial contributions in her memory be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church. They may be left at the church the day of the service, at visitation on Friday, or sent in care of Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Patricia A. Riffel

Joyce (Bartley) Regnier Hemphill, 79, Cherryvale, died Friday, February 28, 2020 in Coffeyville.&nbsp; She was born July 22, 1940 in Miltonvale to Bernice and Venita (Pitts) Bartley.

Joyce and Lucien Regnier were married on August 6, 1958. She was a 1958 graduate of Miltonvale Rural High School and in 1973 she graduated with honors from Marymount College with her BSN (registered nurse).&nbsp; &nbsp;In 1983, she graduated with a master’s degree in gerontology from Kansas State University.&nbsp; In 1985, Joyce obtained a nursing home administration degree.&nbsp; Through the years, she served as nursing home administrator at several nursing homes and she taught nursing at Marymount.&nbsp; &nbsp;Lucien passed away on July 5, 2000 and in 2001, she married Ray Hemphill.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Lucien; granddaughter, Missy Regnier in 1993; and grandson, Randon Regnier in 2012.

Survivors are her husband, Ray; children, Bernie (Cindy) Regnier of Bennington, Doug (Tasha) Regnier of Black Forest, CO, and Michelle (Stephen) Loganbill of Cherryvale; step-children, David (Michelle) Hemphill and Dawn Ward; seven grandchildren, Ty (Rachel) Regnier, Nolan (Kasey) Regnier, Matt Regnier, Laura Regnier, Nick (Sarah) Loganbill, Trenton (Dani) Loganbill, and Christine Loganbill; two step-grandchildren, Sam Hemphill and Dalston Ward; and brothers, Junior (Donna) Bartley of Blue Springs, MO and Leroy (Betty) Bartley of Clay Center.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 7 at the Bennington Bible Church, 824 N. Nelson, Bennington. Burial will follow in the Bennington Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday from 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the church.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Twin Valley Educational Foundation (Randon Regnier Bennington School Library Fund, or St. Joseph’s Indian School, South Dakota, and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Joyce (Bartley) Regnier Hemphill, 79, Cherryvale, died Friday, February 28, 2020 in Coffeyville.&nbsp; She was born July 22, 1940 in Miltonvale to Bernice and Venita (Pitts) Bartley.Joyce and Lucien Regnier were married on August 6, 1958. She was a 1958 graduate of Miltonvale Rural High School and in 1973 she graduated with honors from Marymount College with her BSN (registered nurse).&nbsp; &nbsp;In 1983, she graduated with a master’s degree in gerontology from Kansas State University.&nbsp; In 1985, Joyce obtained a nursing home administration degree.&nbsp; Through the years, she served as nursing home administrator at several nursing homes and she taught nursing at Marymount.&nbsp; &nbsp;Lucien passed away on July 5, 2000 and in 2001, she married Ray Hemphill.Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Lucien; granddaughter, Missy Regnier in 1993; and grandson, Randon Regnier in 2012.Survivors are her husband, Ray; children, Bernie (Cindy) Regnier of Bennington, Doug (Tasha) Regnier of Black Forest, CO, and Michelle (Stephen) Loganbill of Cherryvale; step-children, David (Michelle) Hemphill and Dawn Ward; seven grandchildren, Ty (Rachel) Regnier, Nolan (Kasey) Regnier, Matt Regnier, Laura Regnier, Nick (Sarah) Loganbill, Trenton (Dani) Loganbill, and Christine Loganbill; two step-grandchildren, Sam Hemphill and Dalston Ward; and brothers, Junior (Donna) Bartley of Blue Springs, MO and Leroy (Betty) Bartley of Clay Center.Funeral services will be at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 7 at the Bennington Bible Church, 824 N. Nelson, Bennington. Burial will follow in the Bennington Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday from 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the church.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Twin Valley Educational Foundation (Randon Regnier Bennington School Library Fund, or St. Joseph’s Indian School, South Dakota, and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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