David Norman “Red” Dunlap March 13, 1951 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024

David Norman “Red” Dunlap, 73 years of age, of Aransas pass Texas, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024 at his residence in Concordia KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on March 13, 1951 in Portsmouth, Virginia to James and Aileen (Smith) Dunlap.

Red served in the United States Navy from March of 1969 to September of 1970 during the Vietnam War.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was honorably discharged.&nbsp;He was a member of the American Legion Post #76 in Concordia, Kansas.

Red worked for Bay Tank and Vessel in Corpus-Christi, Texas as a Tanker/ Welder for many years. He also owned and operated his own welding shop in Concordia years ago.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting and was an all-around outdoorsmen. He loved to watch western movies. Red was a Texan at heart.

David is survived by Cindy Dunlap; a daughter, Krisha Dunlap (Sandy Suiter) of Concordia, KS; son, Anthony Dunlap, Concordia, KS; son, Lee (Erika) Dunlap of Louisville, KS two grandsons, Sabre Michael and Brandon Wayne (Kat); a granddaughter, Kaylie Suiter; two brothers, Ricky Dunlap (Sheila), Greensboro, NC; Tommy Dunlap (Rita), Multon, AL; a sister, Lanita McCullough of AL. and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Aileen, a brother, Tony Dunlap.

Red’s wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 24th&nbsp;at 1:00pm at Victory Faith Church. Located at 607 East Sixth Street in Concordia Kansas, with lunch to directly follow.

The family suggests memorials to the David Dunlap Memorial Fund, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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 </figure>David Norman “Red” Dunlap March 13, 1951 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024 David Norman “Red” Dunlap, 73 years of age, of Aransas pass Texas, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024 at his residence in Concordia KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on March 13, 1951 in Portsmouth, Virginia to James and Aileen (Smith) Dunlap.Red served in the United States Navy from March of 1969 to September of 1970 during the Vietnam War.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was honorably discharged.&nbsp;He was a member of the American Legion Post #76 in Concordia, Kansas.Red worked for Bay Tank and Vessel in Corpus-Christi, Texas as a Tanker/ Welder for many years. He also owned and operated his own welding shop in Concordia years ago.He enjoyed fishing, hunting and was an all-around outdoorsmen. He loved to watch western movies. Red was a Texan at heart.David is survived by Cindy Dunlap; a daughter, Krisha Dunlap (Sandy Suiter) of Concordia, KS; son, Anthony Dunlap, Concordia, KS; son, Lee (Erika) Dunlap of Louisville, KS two grandsons, Sabre Michael and Brandon Wayne (Kat); a granddaughter, Kaylie Suiter; two brothers, Ricky Dunlap (Sheila), Greensboro, NC; Tommy Dunlap (Rita), Multon, AL; a sister, Lanita McCullough of AL. and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Aileen, a brother, Tony Dunlap.Red’s wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 24th&nbsp;at 1:00pm at Victory Faith Church. Located at 607 East Sixth Street in Concordia Kansas, with lunch to directly follow.The family suggests memorials to the David Dunlap Memorial Fund, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/62f4d102-d455-4876-a9ea-b3d164a098e3">📸 Graduation in Saline County — Ell-Saline, KWU and Sacred Heart</a>

David N. “Red” Dunlap

Harlen Wayne Prater August 28, 1936 ~ May 3, 2024

Harlen Wayne Prater, 87, of Gypsum, died May 3, 2024, in Salina, KS. He was born August 28, 1936, in Williams, OK to Leonard and Daisy Mae (Bollinger) Prater.

Harlen enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1954 and was honorably discharged in 1960. After serving in the Air Force, he was employed by the United States Postal Service for 30 years, retiring in 1995. After retiring, Harlen and Grace traveled all over the US in their motorhome.

They also traveled to Hutchinson every year to work at the Kansas State Fair where they made many friends and fond memories. His hobbies included woodworking, trains, volunteering, and spending time with family. He was an avid coffee drinker and could often be found drinking coffee with his coffee club.

On September 20, 1957, Harlen married Grace D. Peck. They shared 61 years of marriage, before her passing in 2019.

Surviving are, his sons, Harlen L. Prater of Gypsum, David (Lori) Prater of Hutchinson, Allen (Elaine) Prater of Assaria; 6 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, and 2 brothers.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace; parents Leonard and Daisy; 1 sister, and 2 brothers.

Memorial service will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 17, 2024, at First Baptist Church of Gypsum, 807 Spring St., Gypsum, KS 67448. Inurnment Will be in the Poheta Cemetery, Kipp, KS with military honors presented by VFW Post #1432 of Salina, KS.

Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Roselawn Mortuary, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS 67401.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

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 </figure>Harlen Wayne Prater August 28, 1936 ~ May 3, 2024Harlen Wayne Prater, 87, of Gypsum, died May 3, 2024, in Salina, KS. He was born August 28, 1936, in Williams, OK to Leonard and Daisy Mae (Bollinger) Prater.Harlen enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1954 and was honorably discharged in 1960. After serving in the Air Force, he was employed by the United States Postal Service for 30 years, retiring in 1995. After retiring, Harlen and Grace traveled all over the US in their motorhome.They also traveled to Hutchinson every year to work at the Kansas State Fair where they made many friends and fond memories. His hobbies included woodworking, trains, volunteering, and spending time with family. He was an avid coffee drinker and could often be found drinking coffee with his coffee club.On September 20, 1957, Harlen married Grace D. Peck. They shared 61 years of marriage, before her passing in 2019.Surviving are, his sons, Harlen L. Prater of Gypsum, David (Lori) Prater of Hutchinson, Allen (Elaine) Prater of Assaria; 6 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, and 2 brothers.He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace; parents Leonard and Daisy; 1 sister, and 2 brothers.Memorial service will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 17, 2024, at First Baptist Church of Gypsum, 807 Spring St., Gypsum, KS 67448. Inurnment Will be in the Poheta Cemetery, Kipp, KS with military honors presented by VFW Post #1432 of Salina, KS.Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Roselawn Mortuary, 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS 67401.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/59ff81a6-76fd-480a-9fa9-9719e38babb6">Pure Adrenaline — A Southeast Softball Story</a>

Harlen W. Prater

Daisy "Dee" Ann Bank October 11, 1935 ~ May 10, 2024

Daisy "Dee" Ann Bank, 88, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Friday, May 10th, 2024.

Daisy was born in Shattuck, Oklahoma on October 11, 1935, a daughter of Esther (Schultz) and Sam Krehbiel.

She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and her husband, Sanford Bank.

Survivors include her sons, Steve Cook of Salina, Kansas and Barry Cook, both of Brookville, Kansas; sisters, Sammie Flowers of Gage, Oklahoma, Nancy Wheeler of Canadian, Texas, Virginia Hext of Canadian, Texas, Carolyn Immel of Amarillo, Texas; brother, Dell Krehbiel of Canadian, Texas; many nephews, nieces, and friends from Texas and Kansas.

Visitation will be from 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm, on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian, Texas, 203 S 3rd St, Canadian, Texas 79014.

Graveside services will be at 10:00 am, Friday, May 17, 2024 at Edith Ford Memorial Cemetery in Canadian, Texas.

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 </figure>Daisy "Dee" Ann Bank October 11, 1935 ~ May 10, 2024 Daisy "Dee" Ann Bank, 88, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Friday, May 10th, 2024.Daisy was born in Shattuck, Oklahoma on October 11, 1935, a daughter of Esther (Schultz) and Sam Krehbiel.She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and her husband, Sanford Bank.Survivors include her sons, Steve Cook of Salina, Kansas and Barry Cook, both of Brookville, Kansas; sisters, Sammie Flowers of Gage, Oklahoma, Nancy Wheeler of Canadian, Texas, Virginia Hext of Canadian, Texas, Carolyn Immel of Amarillo, Texas; brother, Dell Krehbiel of Canadian, Texas; many nephews, nieces, and friends from Texas and Kansas.Visitation will be from 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm, on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian, Texas, 203 S 3rd St, Canadian, Texas 79014.Graveside services will be at 10:00 am, Friday, May 17, 2024 at Edith Ford Memorial Cemetery in Canadian, Texas.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/59ff81a6-76fd-480a-9fa9-9719e38babb6">Pure Adrenaline — A Southeast Softball Story</a>

Daisy "Dee" A. Bank

Arthur "Swede" Erickson August 15, 1927 ~ May 9, 2024

Arthur "Swede" Erickson, 96, joined his wife Myrna in their heavenly home on Thursday, May 9, 2024.&nbsp; Art was born August 15, 1927 in Kansas City, MO to Arthur Sr. and Leona Erickson. He grew up in the Chapman, KS area and attended school in Pearl. After his father passed the family moved into town&nbsp; where Art attended grade and high school and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School with the class of 1945.

Art spent the rest of 1945 and 1946 in the US Army serving in the Shemya, Aleutian Islands.&nbsp; He joined the American Legion Post 240 and was a member for over 75 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; After being discharged from the service he worked on a dredge, pumping gravel from Kansas rivers.

On October 2, 1955 Art married the most wonderful lady in the world by the name of Myrna Alice Shane and bought a 19 ft trailer house for their first home.&nbsp;&nbsp; Art then went to work for Salina&nbsp; Manufacturing Company operating a crane. He did crane work on all 12 Atlas sites around the Salina and adjourning area, also pouring concrete and setting the steel on the Iron Ave bridge in Salina.&nbsp; He also set the towers for the Crested Butte Sky Lift in Crested Butte, CO plus many other jobs in the area.&nbsp; Art moved on to install pneumatic equipment at Salina Manufacturing and retired from Premier Pneumatics in 1993.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Myrna on July 26,&nbsp; 2012; sister, Berniece O’Reilly and husband Mike and son Mike Jr.; sister, Annabell Skelton and husband Jack and son Larry; brother, Lyman; and nephew, Ronald Wilkerson.

Art is survived by his "Adopted&nbsp; Daughter" Carie King (Bob); nieces, Kelly Korb (Martin), Sharon Dawes (Lloyd), Nancy Oliver (Howard), Barbara Goldfish, Kay Moore (Robert), Janice Wilkerson, Nona Boyd (Brian), Sylvia Weinberg (David), Marsha Wiegert; nephews, Jack Skelton (Debbie), Richard Skelton (Sharon), Steven Koppenheffer, Gale Cynova (Elainea), and numerous other family members and cousins.

Art and Myrna were given a wonderful and joyous life by our Lord and Savior.&nbsp; His last wishes for remaining family members are to love everyone as our Lord loves you.

Visitation will be from 10 - 11 a.m. Monday, May 13, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 702 S. 9th St, Salina. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the church with burial that afternoon in Highland Cemetery, Junction City. &nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Lutheran Radio Hour.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Arthur "Swede" Erickson August 15, 1927 ~ May 9, 2024Arthur "Swede" Erickson, 96, joined his wife Myrna in their heavenly home on Thursday, May 9, 2024.&nbsp; Art was born August 15, 1927 in Kansas City, MO to Arthur Sr. and Leona Erickson. He grew up in the Chapman, KS area and attended school in Pearl. After his father passed the family moved into town&nbsp; where Art attended grade and high school and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School with the class of 1945.Art spent the rest of 1945 and 1946 in the US Army serving in the Shemya, Aleutian Islands.&nbsp; He joined the American Legion Post 240 and was a member for over 75 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; After being discharged from the service he worked on a dredge, pumping gravel from Kansas rivers.On October 2, 1955 Art married the most wonderful lady in the world by the name of Myrna Alice Shane and bought a 19 ft trailer house for their first home.&nbsp;&nbsp; Art then went to work for Salina&nbsp; Manufacturing Company operating a crane. He did crane work on all 12 Atlas sites around the Salina and adjourning area, also pouring concrete and setting the steel on the Iron Ave bridge in Salina.&nbsp; He also set the towers for the Crested Butte Sky Lift in Crested Butte, CO plus many other jobs in the area.&nbsp; Art moved on to install pneumatic equipment at Salina Manufacturing and retired from Premier Pneumatics in 1993.He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Myrna on July 26,&nbsp; 2012; sister, Berniece O’Reilly and husband Mike and son Mike Jr.; sister, Annabell Skelton and husband Jack and son Larry; brother, Lyman; and nephew, Ronald Wilkerson.Art is survived by his "Adopted&nbsp; Daughter" Carie King (Bob); nieces, Kelly Korb (Martin), Sharon Dawes (Lloyd), Nancy Oliver (Howard), Barbara Goldfish, Kay Moore (Robert), Janice Wilkerson, Nona Boyd (Brian), Sylvia Weinberg (David), Marsha Wiegert; nephews, Jack Skelton (Debbie), Richard Skelton (Sharon), Steven Koppenheffer, Gale Cynova (Elainea), and numerous other family members and cousins.Art and Myrna were given a wonderful and joyous life by our Lord and Savior.&nbsp; His last wishes for remaining family members are to love everyone as our Lord loves you.Visitation will be from 10 - 11 a.m. Monday, May 13, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 702 S. 9th St, Salina. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the church with burial that afternoon in Highland Cemetery, Junction City. &nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Lutheran Radio Hour.&nbsp;READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/59ff81a6-76fd-480a-9fa9-9719e38babb6">Pure Adrenaline — A Southeast Softball Story</a>

Arthur "Swede" Erickson

Sharon Mae Worley May 18, 1944 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024

Sharon Mae Worley (née Conner), 79, recently of Salina, KS, passed away on May 9, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. Born on May 18, 1944, to Earl and Dorothy Mae (Baker) Conner, in Quitaque, TX. She was the beloved wife of 55 years to the late Don Worley. Sharon was a strong, independent woman devoted to her family. She had a passion for quilting, shopping, and cooking. Sharon was known for her love of spending time with her family and engaging in activities like jigsaw puzzles and board games. In her career, she worked as a Ticket Agent for Braniff Airlines and later became the proud owner of Three Forks Campground in East Glacier Park, MT. Sharon found solace in her faith and worshipped at Southern Baptist churches. Sharon will be deeply missed by her daughter Judith Beck (Larry) of Salina, KS, son Kenneth Worley (Renee Lawrence) of Little Rock, AR, brothers Don (Margaret) Conner of Lubbock,TX and Ernest (Carol) Conner of Waxahachie, TX, grandchildren Stephanie (Dave) Miller, Christy Singer all of Little Rock, AR, Donathan Worley of Jacksonville, AR, Ken (Priscila) Beck of Enid, OK, Sam Beck of Kansas City, MO, great-granddaughters Audrey Miller of Little Rock, AR and Larkin Beck of Enid, OK, and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her husband Don Worley, mother Dorothy Conner, and father Earl Conner. A Memorial Service will be held at LifePoint Baptist Church, 1102 Slide Rd #3, Lubbock, TX 79416, on Monday, May 13, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., with a light lunch and family visitation following the service. Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or a charitable organization of choice in Sharon's memory. Services are under the direction of Abell Funeral Home &amp; Flower Shop of Abernathy, TX.

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 </figure>Sharon Mae Worley May 18, 1944 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024 Sharon Mae Worley (née Conner), 79, recently of Salina, KS, passed away on May 9, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. Born on May 18, 1944, to Earl and Dorothy Mae (Baker) Conner, in Quitaque, TX. She was the beloved wife of 55 years to the late Don Worley. Sharon was a strong, independent woman devoted to her family. She had a passion for quilting, shopping, and cooking. Sharon was known for her love of spending time with her family and engaging in activities like jigsaw puzzles and board games. In her career, she worked as a Ticket Agent for Braniff Airlines and later became the proud owner of Three Forks Campground in East Glacier Park, MT. Sharon found solace in her faith and worshipped at Southern Baptist churches. Sharon will be deeply missed by her daughter Judith Beck (Larry) of Salina, KS, son Kenneth Worley (Renee Lawrence) of Little Rock, AR, brothers Don (Margaret) Conner of Lubbock,TX and Ernest (Carol) Conner of Waxahachie, TX, grandchildren Stephanie (Dave) Miller, Christy Singer all of Little Rock, AR, Donathan Worley of Jacksonville, AR, Ken (Priscila) Beck of Enid, OK, Sam Beck of Kansas City, MO, great-granddaughters Audrey Miller of Little Rock, AR and Larkin Beck of Enid, OK, and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her husband Don Worley, mother Dorothy Conner, and father Earl Conner. A Memorial Service will be held at LifePoint Baptist Church, 1102 Slide Rd #3, Lubbock, TX 79416, on Monday, May 13, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., with a light lunch and family visitation following the service. Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or a charitable organization of choice in Sharon's memory. Services are under the direction of Abell Funeral Home &amp; Flower Shop of Abernathy, TX.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/59ff81a6-76fd-480a-9fa9-9719e38babb6">Pure Adrenaline — A Southeast Softball Story</a>

Sharon Mae Worley

Cary J. Stupka July 1, 1965 ~ May 11, 2024

Cary J. Stupka, age 58, of Concordia, KS, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on July 1, 1965 in Larned, KS to Charles R. “Chuck” and Marilyn F. (Hutfles) Stupka.

A graduate of Fort Scott High in the class of 1984, Cary entered into carpentry school (Goodland, KS). Mastering his craft over the years, he constructed many projects through the state of Kansas. In 1998, he founded Cary J. Stupka Construction making Concordia home. Cary married his wife, Diana Carlow, in 2005 assisting him along the way. Cary J. Stupka Construction completed many staples in the community, including F&amp;A Food Services, Majestic Theatre, Cloud Ceramics, Cloud Co Ag Building, Broadway Plaza, and many more.

He is survived by his wife, Diana, Concordia, KS; his mother, Marilyn Weishapl, Colby, KS; brothers, Christopher Stupka (Carla) and Curtis Stupka (Deanna), both of Concordia; a sister, Cecilia Moss (Tommy), Menlo, KS; step-son, Ty Gennette, Concordia, KS; stepdaughter, Danae Henry (Derek), Concordia, KS; grandchildren, KeyLee, Ila, Liv, Emy Gennette, Decker Henry, and several nieces (Catie, Danielle, Taylor, Christen) and nephews (Ryan, Todd, Chuck, Tyler).

Cary was preceded in death by his father, Charles “Chuck” Stupka, his step-father, Charles Weishapl, and step-son, Trevor Gennette.

Cary’s wishes were to be cremated. Friends may sign the register book from 9 am to 5 pm, Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, KS. We will celebrate Cary’s life on Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:00 am at the funeral home with Fr. Joseph Kieffer officiating. There will be a continuation of the celebration at the Broadway Plaza, Concordia, KS from&nbsp; 1-5 p.m.&nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to the Broadway Plaza in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901. For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Cary J. Stupka July 1, 1965 ~ May 11, 2024Cary J. Stupka, age 58, of Concordia, KS, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on July 1, 1965 in Larned, KS to Charles R. “Chuck” and Marilyn F. (Hutfles) Stupka.A graduate of Fort Scott High in the class of 1984, Cary entered into carpentry school (Goodland, KS). Mastering his craft over the years, he constructed many projects through the state of Kansas. In 1998, he founded Cary J. Stupka Construction making Concordia home. Cary married his wife, Diana Carlow, in 2005 assisting him along the way. Cary J. Stupka Construction completed many staples in the community, including F&amp;A Food Services, Majestic Theatre, Cloud Ceramics, Cloud Co Ag Building, Broadway Plaza, and many more.He is survived by his wife, Diana, Concordia, KS; his mother, Marilyn Weishapl, Colby, KS; brothers, Christopher Stupka (Carla) and Curtis Stupka (Deanna), both of Concordia; a sister, Cecilia Moss (Tommy), Menlo, KS; step-son, Ty Gennette, Concordia, KS; stepdaughter, Danae Henry (Derek), Concordia, KS; grandchildren, KeyLee, Ila, Liv, Emy Gennette, Decker Henry, and several nieces (Catie, Danielle, Taylor, Christen) and nephews (Ryan, Todd, Chuck, Tyler).Cary was preceded in death by his father, Charles “Chuck” Stupka, his step-father, Charles Weishapl, and step-son, Trevor Gennette.Cary’s wishes were to be cremated. Friends may sign the register book from 9 am to 5 pm, Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, KS. We will celebrate Cary’s life on Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:00 am at the funeral home with Fr. Joseph Kieffer officiating. There will be a continuation of the celebration at the Broadway Plaza, Concordia, KS from&nbsp; 1-5 p.m.&nbsp;The family suggests memorials to the Broadway Plaza in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901. For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/59ff81a6-76fd-480a-9fa9-9719e38babb6">Pure Adrenaline — A Southeast Softball Story</a>

Cary J. Stupka 

Raymond Paul Crump, age 66, Concordia, KS resident, passed away Wednesday May 8th, 2024 at the Belleville Health Care Center, Belleville, KS. 

He was born to Morris and Vivian Crump on September 19, 1957 in Pueblo, CO.&nbsp; Later that year, the family moved back to Concordia, KS and his sister, Vicki and brothers Kenny, Steve, and Danny joined the family to make it complete.&nbsp; He attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School until it closed and then graduated with the class of 1975 from Concordia Junior-Senior High School.&nbsp; 

He studied a few years at Kansas State University then served in the United States Marine Corps.&nbsp; He married Donna Morris in 1989 and to this union two children were born.&nbsp; 

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Kenny and Steve.&nbsp; He is survived by his children, sister Vicki, and brother Danny. No service is planned at this time. 

For online condolences, please visit <a href="http://nuttermortuary.com">nuttermortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Raymond Paul Crump, age 66, Concordia, KS resident, passed away Wednesday May 8th, 2024 at the Belleville Health Care Center, Belleville, KS. He was born to Morris and Vivian Crump on September 19, 1957 in Pueblo, CO.&nbsp; Later that year, the family moved back to Concordia, KS and his sister, Vicki and brothers Kenny, Steve, and Danny joined the family to make it complete.&nbsp; He attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School until it closed and then graduated with the class of 1975 from Concordia Junior-Senior High School.&nbsp; He studied a few years at Kansas State University then served in the United States Marine Corps.&nbsp; He married Donna Morris in 1989 and to this union two children were born.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Kenny and Steve.&nbsp; He is survived by his children, sister Vicki, and brother Danny. No service is planned at this time. For online condolences, please visit <a href="http://nuttermortuary.com">nuttermortuary.com</a>.

Raymond Paul Crump

Rose Burroughs August 10, 1937 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024

Rosa&nbsp;Burroughs, 86, passed away May 9, 2024, at Bethany Home, Lindsborg, Kansas. She was born on August 10, 1937, in Devine, Texas, to Juan and Maria (Munoz) Guajardo. On November 18, 1958, she married Everett Burroughs in Somerset, Texas. He passed on July 6, 1994.

Since coming from Texas in 1959, Rosa was a Kansas resident,&nbsp;having lived&nbsp;in Hutchinson, Ellinwood, and&nbsp;Lindsborg, with most of her time in Great Bend. She was a homemaker, taking care of her and other’s children. Rosa loved people, baking, sewing, and attending craft shows with her husband.

Survivors include son, Everett Burroughs, Jr.&nbsp;and significant other Tracy Templeton of Great Bend;&nbsp;four&nbsp;daughters, Peggy Yahne&nbsp;and husband Bruce&nbsp;of&nbsp;Lindsborg,&nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Burroughs&nbsp;and significant other Clark Feaster&nbsp;of Syracuse,&nbsp;Teresa Alston of Great Bend, and Angella Guajardo and&nbsp;wife&nbsp;Tonia of Avon, Indiana;&nbsp;nine grandchildren;&nbsp;fourteen&nbsp;great grandchildren&nbsp;with&nbsp;one&nbsp;on the way; two great great grandchildren with&nbsp;one&nbsp;on the way; brother, Salvador Guajardo and wife Mary of Greeley, Colorado; three sisters, Margaret&nbsp;Evans of Devine, Texas, Lucy Ramirez of Waverly, Iowa, and Virginia Loera of San Antonio, Texas;&nbsp;two sisters-in-law, Teresa and Rita Guajardo; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents;&nbsp;two grandchildren, Amanda Wheeler and Nicholas Curtice;&nbsp;six brothers, Juan, Jose, Cruz, Samuel, Daniel, and Antonio Guajardo; sister, Esther Deer; and son-in-law, Terry Wheeler.

Visitation will take place noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at&nbsp;1:00 p.m.&nbsp;Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at&nbsp;Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Tim Singleton presiding. Interment will follow at Lakin Commanche Cemetery, Ellinwood, Kansas. Memorials have been designated to&nbsp;The Stroke Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.

Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net

​Arrangements by​Bryant Funeral Home​1425 Patton Road​Great Bend, Kansas​67530

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 </figure>Rose Burroughs August 10, 1937 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024 Rosa&nbsp;Burroughs, 86, passed away May 9, 2024, at Bethany Home, Lindsborg, Kansas. She was born on August 10, 1937, in Devine, Texas, to Juan and Maria (Munoz) Guajardo. On November 18, 1958, she married Everett Burroughs in Somerset, Texas. He passed on July 6, 1994.Since coming from Texas in 1959, Rosa was a Kansas resident,&nbsp;having lived&nbsp;in Hutchinson, Ellinwood, and&nbsp;Lindsborg, with most of her time in Great Bend. She was a homemaker, taking care of her and other’s children. Rosa loved people, baking, sewing, and attending craft shows with her husband.Survivors include son, Everett Burroughs, Jr.&nbsp;and significant other Tracy Templeton of Great Bend;&nbsp;four&nbsp;daughters, Peggy Yahne&nbsp;and husband Bruce&nbsp;of&nbsp;Lindsborg,&nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Burroughs&nbsp;and significant other Clark Feaster&nbsp;of Syracuse,&nbsp;Teresa Alston of Great Bend, and Angella Guajardo and&nbsp;wife&nbsp;Tonia of Avon, Indiana;&nbsp;nine grandchildren;&nbsp;fourteen&nbsp;great grandchildren&nbsp;with&nbsp;one&nbsp;on the way; two great great grandchildren with&nbsp;one&nbsp;on the way; brother, Salvador Guajardo and wife Mary of Greeley, Colorado; three sisters, Margaret&nbsp;Evans of Devine, Texas, Lucy Ramirez of Waverly, Iowa, and Virginia Loera of San Antonio, Texas;&nbsp;two sisters-in-law, Teresa and Rita Guajardo; and numerous nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents;&nbsp;two grandchildren, Amanda Wheeler and Nicholas Curtice;&nbsp;six brothers, Juan, Jose, Cruz, Samuel, Daniel, and Antonio Guajardo; sister, Esther Deer; and son-in-law, Terry Wheeler.Visitation will take place noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at&nbsp;1:00 p.m.&nbsp;Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at&nbsp;Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Tim Singleton presiding. Interment will follow at Lakin Commanche Cemetery, Ellinwood, Kansas. Memorials have been designated to&nbsp;The Stroke Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net​Arrangements by​Bryant Funeral Home​1425 Patton Road​Great Bend, Kansas​67530READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/fc04be5b-f166-4e95-b99f-c3a415305a2f">Cedarhurst Senior Living celebrates&nbsp;grand&nbsp;opening</a>

Rosa Burroughs

Ila M. (Abram) McElroy April 6, 1929 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024

Ila M. (Abram) McElroy, 95 years of age, of Randall, Kansas, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Belleville Health Care in Belleville, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on April 6, 1929, in rural Randall, Kansas to Dallas W. and Zatha M. (Owen) Abram.

Ila attended elementary school in rural Randall.&nbsp;&nbsp;She graduated from Randall Rural High School, Randall, Kansas.

Ila married Gilbert K. McElroy on September 14, 1947, at the Vicksburg Church, East of Randall, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on June 22, 1992.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church and later the Randall Community Church both of Randall, Kansas.

Ila worked as a CMA at the Jewell County Long Term Care in Mankato for 35 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also was a devoted farm wife.

Her hobbies included, knitting, crocheting, gardening, and attending as many of her kids and grandchildren’s school functions and sports activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of all she loved spending time with her beloved family and friends.

Ila is survived by her son Wayne (Marti) McElroy, Randall, KS; son-in-law, Dennis Conn, Randall, KS; grandkids, Julie (Frank) Bolte, Randall, KS; Jamie (Lori) McElroy, Axtell, KS; Jennifer (Kelly) Flavin, Formoso, KS; Jackie (Kade) Cooper, Courtland, KS; Keri (Dustin) Smith, Roosevelt, Utah; great-grand kids, Jocelyn (Tim) Ishler, Raelyn Bolte, Michael, Brennan, Lauren, Jaren Flavin, Andrew &amp; Kinley Cooper, Koby &amp; Bryce Barber, Hannah (Preston) Iasimone, Ethan McElroy, great-great-grandkids, Brayden, Natali, &amp; Gracie Iasimone; sister, Della Houghton, many other friends and family, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and Zatha, husband, Gilbert McElroy, daughter, Norma S. Conn, sister, Edith Johnson, brothers-in-law, Charles Houghton and Donald Johnson and 2 nephews, Gary Houghton and Bob Johnson.

Visitation will be held on Monday, May 13, 2024 from 1-8 pm at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas with the family receiving friends from 6-8 pm.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Jewell United Methodist Church, in Jewell, Kansas with Pastor Dan Daniels officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in the Randall Cemetery, Randall, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to Randall Community Center in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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 </figure>Ila M. (Abram) McElroy April 6, 1929 ~&nbsp;May 9, 2024 Ila M. (Abram) McElroy, 95 years of age, of Randall, Kansas, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Belleville Health Care in Belleville, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on April 6, 1929, in rural Randall, Kansas to Dallas W. and Zatha M. (Owen) Abram.Ila attended elementary school in rural Randall.&nbsp;&nbsp;She graduated from Randall Rural High School, Randall, Kansas.Ila married Gilbert K. McElroy on September 14, 1947, at the Vicksburg Church, East of Randall, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on June 22, 1992.She was a member of the United Methodist Church and later the Randall Community Church both of Randall, Kansas.Ila worked as a CMA at the Jewell County Long Term Care in Mankato for 35 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also was a devoted farm wife.Her hobbies included, knitting, crocheting, gardening, and attending as many of her kids and grandchildren’s school functions and sports activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of all she loved spending time with her beloved family and friends.Ila is survived by her son Wayne (Marti) McElroy, Randall, KS; son-in-law, Dennis Conn, Randall, KS; grandkids, Julie (Frank) Bolte, Randall, KS; Jamie (Lori) McElroy, Axtell, KS; Jennifer (Kelly) Flavin, Formoso, KS; Jackie (Kade) Cooper, Courtland, KS; Keri (Dustin) Smith, Roosevelt, Utah; great-grand kids, Jocelyn (Tim) Ishler, Raelyn Bolte, Michael, Brennan, Lauren, Jaren Flavin, Andrew &amp; Kinley Cooper, Koby &amp; Bryce Barber, Hannah (Preston) Iasimone, Ethan McElroy, great-great-grandkids, Brayden, Natali, &amp; Gracie Iasimone; sister, Della Houghton, many other friends and family, nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and Zatha, husband, Gilbert McElroy, daughter, Norma S. Conn, sister, Edith Johnson, brothers-in-law, Charles Houghton and Donald Johnson and 2 nephews, Gary Houghton and Bob Johnson.Visitation will be held on Monday, May 13, 2024 from 1-8 pm at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas with the family receiving friends from 6-8 pm.Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Jewell United Methodist Church, in Jewell, Kansas with Pastor Dan Daniels officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in the Randall Cemetery, Randall, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family suggests memorials to Randall Community Center in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/fc04be5b-f166-4e95-b99f-c3a415305a2f">Cedarhurst Senior Living celebrates&nbsp;grand&nbsp;opening</a>

Ila M. (Abram) McElroy

David N. “Red” Dunlap March 13, 1951 ~ May 9, 2024

David N. “Red” Dunlap, 73 years of age, of Concordia passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024 at his residence in Concordia.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on March 13, 1951 in Portsmouth, Virginia to James and Aileen (Smith) Dunlap.

David served in the United States Navy from March of 1969 to September of 1970 during the Vietnam War.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was honorably discharged.

He was a member of the American Legion Post #76 in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;

David worked for Bay Tank and Vessel in Corpus-Christi, Texas as a Tanker Welder.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also owned and operated his own welding shop in Concordia.&nbsp;

He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved the outdoors.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a avid turkey hunter.&nbsp;&nbsp;David was a Texan at heart.

David is survived by Cindy Dunlap; a daughter, Krisha (Sandy Suiter) Dunlap of Concordia, KS; son, Lee (Erika) Dunlap of Louisville, KS; son, Anthony Dunlap, Concordia, KS; two grandsons, Sabre Michael and Brandon Wayne (Kat); a granddaughter, Kaylie Suiter; two brothers, Ricky Dunlap (Sheila), Greensboro, NC; Tommy Dunlap (Rita), Multon, AL; a sister, Lanita McCullough of AL.

David’s wishes were to be cremated and memorial services to be held at a later time.

The family suggests memorials to the David Dunlap Memorial Fund for the memorial to be determined at a later time in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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 </figure>David N. “Red” Dunlap March 13, 1951 ~ May 9, 2024 David N. “Red” Dunlap, 73 years of age, of Concordia passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024 at his residence in Concordia.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on March 13, 1951 in Portsmouth, Virginia to James and Aileen (Smith) Dunlap.David served in the United States Navy from March of 1969 to September of 1970 during the Vietnam War.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was honorably discharged.He married Cindy Allen.He was a member of the American Legion Post #76 in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;David worked for Bay Tank and Vessel in Corpus-Christi, Texas as a Tanker Welder.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also owned and operated his own welding shop in Concordia.&nbsp;He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved the outdoors.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a avid turkey hunter.&nbsp;&nbsp;David was a Texan at heart.David is survived by Cindy Dunlap; a daughter, Krisha (Sandy Suiter) Dunlap of Concordia, KS; son, Lee (Erika) Dunlap of Louisville, KS; son, Anthony Dunlap, Concordia, KS; two grandsons, Sabre Michael and Brandon Wayne (Kat); a granddaughter, Kaylie Suiter; two brothers, Ricky Dunlap (Sheila), Greensboro, NC; Tommy Dunlap (Rita), Multon, AL; a sister, Lanita McCullough of AL.He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Aileen, a brother, Tony Dunlap.David’s wishes were to be cremated and memorial services to be held at a later time.The family suggests memorials to the David Dunlap Memorial Fund for the memorial to be determined at a later time in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/74cbf2d2-83b6-40e0-b9d2-64c694c985a2">Kansas Storytelling Festival fills downtown Downs with tall tales</a>

Delores Yvette Granzow June 18, 1931 ~ May 7, 2024

Delores’ life began on June 18, 1931, in Herington. She was the daughter of Clarence J. “Jake” Schneider and Alice L. (Hedburg) Schneider. Delores attended school in Herington and a member of the Class of 1949. She was united in marriage to Wallace D. “Bill” Granzow on September 20, 1948, at the United Methodist Church in Herington.

&nbsp;Delores went to work when she was eleven years old and worked hard all her life. She was an early telephone operator, worked for Bus Stiles Thriftway Grocery, was the secretary for the Tri-County Methodist Parish and spent 20 years at the Herington Hospital as a medical transcriptionist. Delores was a member of the Cosmopolitan Club, United Methodist Women, Herington Hospital Auxiliary, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and the WELCA group at church. Delores was a great cook making Christmas candy, and other goodies, she loved to go swimming at the pool and visiting the local library. She loved watching old westerns and was a fan of Audie Murphy and Gunsmoke. Delores enjoyed going to her children’s, grandchildren’s and great grandchildren’s sporting events and she loved watching Kansas basketball, whether KU or State. She had many memories of farm life and raising her 300 plus chickens a year and doing their own butchering. She was a good farm wife and tough as they come.&nbsp;

Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Steve (Melody) Granzow of Lincoln, KS, Dennis (Lynette) Granzow of Mammoth Spring, AR, Tom ( Mary) Granzow of Herington and Rick ( Amy) Granzow of Herington; grandchildren Brandi(Steve Traczyk) Granzow, Bryan (Jessica) Brown, Sara Anderson, Toniann (Patrick) Richard, Tobyn Granzow, Jacob (Rosa) Granzow, Kyle Granzow, Dale (Vikki) Mulderring, James Mulderring, and Billy Granzow; eight great grandchildren and one great great grandson.&nbsp;

Delores passed away on Tuesday May 7, 2024, at Legacy of Herington. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister Clarice Garman and brother Clarence “Sonny” Schnieder. Her family will gather with friends on Monday May 13, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Her funeral service will be held on Tuesday May 14, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Herington. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hills Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice, or the Herington Library. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Delores at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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 </figure>Delores Yvette Granzow June 18, 1931 ~ May 7, 2024Delores’ life began on June 18, 1931, in Herington. She was the daughter of Clarence J. “Jake” Schneider and Alice L. (Hedburg) Schneider. Delores attended school in Herington and a member of the Class of 1949. She was united in marriage to Wallace D. “Bill” Granzow on September 20, 1948, at the United Methodist Church in Herington.&nbsp;Delores went to work when she was eleven years old and worked hard all her life. She was an early telephone operator, worked for Bus Stiles Thriftway Grocery, was the secretary for the Tri-County Methodist Parish and spent 20 years at the Herington Hospital as a medical transcriptionist. Delores was a member of the Cosmopolitan Club, United Methodist Women, Herington Hospital Auxiliary, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and the WELCA group at church. Delores was a great cook making Christmas candy, and other goodies, she loved to go swimming at the pool and visiting the local library. She loved watching old westerns and was a fan of Audie Murphy and Gunsmoke. Delores enjoyed going to her children’s, grandchildren’s and great grandchildren’s sporting events and she loved watching Kansas basketball, whether KU or State. She had many memories of farm life and raising her 300 plus chickens a year and doing their own butchering. She was a good farm wife and tough as they come.&nbsp;Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Steve (Melody) Granzow of Lincoln, KS, Dennis (Lynette) Granzow of Mammoth Spring, AR, Tom ( Mary) Granzow of Herington and Rick ( Amy) Granzow of Herington; grandchildren Brandi(Steve Traczyk) Granzow, Bryan (Jessica) Brown, Sara Anderson, Toniann (Patrick) Richard, Tobyn Granzow, Jacob (Rosa) Granzow, Kyle Granzow, Dale (Vikki) Mulderring, James Mulderring, and Billy Granzow; eight great grandchildren and one great great grandson.&nbsp;Delores passed away on Tuesday May 7, 2024, at Legacy of Herington. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister Clarice Garman and brother Clarence “Sonny” Schnieder. Her family will gather with friends on Monday May 13, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Her funeral service will be held on Tuesday May 14, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Herington. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hills Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice, or the Herington Library. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Delores at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/74cbf2d2-83b6-40e0-b9d2-64c694c985a2">Kansas Storytelling Festival fills downtown Downs with tall tales</a>

Delores Y. Granzow

Sister Jeanne McKenna September 3, 1932 ~&nbsp;May 8, 2024

Sister Jeanne McKenna died May 8, 2024, at Nazareth Motherhouse in Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was 91 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 64 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born in Kingman, KS on September 3, 1932, to Peter and Catherine Heatherman McKenna, the last of ten children, and was baptized Eileen Jeanne.&nbsp;&nbsp;She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, KS on September 8, 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp;On March 19, 1960, she received the habit of the Sisters of St. Joseph and was given the name Sister Mary Berard, later changing back to her baptismal name.&nbsp;&nbsp;She pronounced first vows on March 19, 1961 and final vows on March 19, 1964.

Sister Jeanne received a BA in History from Marymount College, Salina, KS in 1954, followed by a PhD from St. Louis University in history in 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp;She taught in schools for 21 years in Salina, Emporia, Topeka, KS; Kansas City, MO and Grand Island, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also served in Gov. Carlin’s Office from 1978-1980 and later worked as a fiscal division director for the Kansas State Treasurer’s Office and for the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services.&nbsp;&nbsp;She retired to Nazareth Motherhouse in 2015.

Sister Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;A Bible Vigil Service will be held May 14 at 9:30 a.m. in the Nazareth Motherhouse Chapel with Sister Marilyn Wall as the eulogist.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Mass of Christian Burial will be May 14 at 10:30 a.m. in the Motherhouse Chapel, Father Barry Brinkman presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;The burial will be in the Nazareth Motherhouse Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Chaput-Buoy Mortuary, 325 W. 6th&nbsp;St., Concordia, KS is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials for Sister Jeanne McKenna may be given to the Sisters of St. Joseph Health Care/Retirement Fund or the Apostolic Works of the Sisters; P.O Box 279, Concordia, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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 </figure>Sister Jeanne McKenna September 3, 1932 ~&nbsp;May 8, 2024Sister Jeanne McKenna died May 8, 2024, at Nazareth Motherhouse in Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was 91 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 64 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born in Kingman, KS on September 3, 1932, to Peter and Catherine Heatherman McKenna, the last of ten children, and was baptized Eileen Jeanne.&nbsp;&nbsp;She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, KS on September 8, 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp;On March 19, 1960, she received the habit of the Sisters of St. Joseph and was given the name Sister Mary Berard, later changing back to her baptismal name.&nbsp;&nbsp;She pronounced first vows on March 19, 1961 and final vows on March 19, 1964.Sister Jeanne received a BA in History from Marymount College, Salina, KS in 1954, followed by a PhD from St. Louis University in history in 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp;She taught in schools for 21 years in Salina, Emporia, Topeka, KS; Kansas City, MO and Grand Island, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also served in Gov. Carlin’s Office from 1978-1980 and later worked as a fiscal division director for the Kansas State Treasurer’s Office and for the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services.&nbsp;&nbsp;She retired to Nazareth Motherhouse in 2015.Sister Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;A Bible Vigil Service will be held May 14 at 9:30 a.m. in the Nazareth Motherhouse Chapel with Sister Marilyn Wall as the eulogist.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Mass of Christian Burial will be May 14 at 10:30 a.m. in the Motherhouse Chapel, Father Barry Brinkman presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;The burial will be in the Nazareth Motherhouse Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Chaput-Buoy Mortuary, 325 W. 6th&nbsp;St., Concordia, KS is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials for Sister Jeanne McKenna may be given to the Sisters of St. Joseph Health Care/Retirement Fund or the Apostolic Works of the Sisters; P.O Box 279, Concordia, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.READ MORE: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/74cbf2d2-83b6-40e0-b9d2-64c694c985a2">Kansas Storytelling Festival fills downtown Downs with tall tales</a>

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Phyllis Arlene (King) Bagby February 23, 1932 ~ May 6, 2024

Phyllis Arlene (King) Bagby, 92, of Overbrook, Kansas died Monday, May 6, 2024 at Brookside Assisted Living in Overbrook, Kansas.

She was born February 23, 1932 in Richland, Kansas the daughter of Ernest and Dora Mae (Lee) King.&nbsp; She graduated from Berryton Rural High School with the class of 1950.&nbsp;

On August 9, 1950, Phyllis was united in marriage to Leon Robert Bagby in Richland, Kansas.&nbsp; They spent 48 loving years together until his passing in 1998.

Phyllis worked as a supervisor at Josten’s for 27 years.

She was a part of the Twin Mound Cemetery Association, Overbrook Auxiliary, Clinton Presbyterian Women’s Group, Clinton Historical Society, and Clinton Quilters.&nbsp; Phyllis was a member of Stull United Methodist Church and Stull United Methodist Women.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Dora King; her husband, Leon Bagby; a son, Steve Bagby; two brothers, Myron King and Kenneth King; a sister, Dorothy Noller; a grandson, Jason Smoot; and two son-in-laws, Randy Smoot and Bruce Faust.

She is survived by three daughters, Pamala Faust of Overbrook, KS, Robin Smoot of Topeka, KS, and Cheryl Dixon and her husband, Larry, of Tecumseh, KS; four grandchildren, Alan Faust, Mike Smoot, Rachel Wiezorek and her husband, Jake, and Bobby Dixon and his wife, Brianna; and five great-grandchildren, Josh Smoot and his wife, Katie, Cody Cooper, Wyatt Wiezorek and Hazel Wiezorek.

A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Twin Mound Cemetery, Overbrook, KS.&nbsp; At Phyllis’s request, there will be no flowers.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Twin Mound Cemetery Association and sent c/o Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 268, Overbrook, KS 66524. Condolences may be sent to the family through&nbsp;www.lamb-roberts.com.

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 </figure>Phyllis Arlene (King) Bagby February 23, 1932 ~ May 6, 2024Phyllis Arlene (King) Bagby, 92, of Overbrook, Kansas died Monday, May 6, 2024 at Brookside Assisted Living in Overbrook, Kansas.She was born February 23, 1932 in Richland, Kansas the daughter of Ernest and Dora Mae (Lee) King.&nbsp; She graduated from Berryton Rural High School with the class of 1950.&nbsp;On August 9, 1950, Phyllis was united in marriage to Leon Robert Bagby in Richland, Kansas.&nbsp; They spent 48 loving years together until his passing in 1998.Phyllis worked as a supervisor at Josten’s for 27 years.She was a part of the Twin Mound Cemetery Association, Overbrook Auxiliary, Clinton Presbyterian Women’s Group, Clinton Historical Society, and Clinton Quilters.&nbsp; Phyllis was a member of Stull United Methodist Church and Stull United Methodist Women.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Dora King; her husband, Leon Bagby; a son, Steve Bagby; two brothers, Myron King and Kenneth King; a sister, Dorothy Noller; a grandson, Jason Smoot; and two son-in-laws, Randy Smoot and Bruce Faust.She is survived by three daughters, Pamala Faust of Overbrook, KS, Robin Smoot of Topeka, KS, and Cheryl Dixon and her husband, Larry, of Tecumseh, KS; four grandchildren, Alan Faust, Mike Smoot, Rachel Wiezorek and her husband, Jake, and Bobby Dixon and his wife, Brianna; and five great-grandchildren, Josh Smoot and his wife, Katie, Cody Cooper, Wyatt Wiezorek and Hazel Wiezorek.A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Twin Mound Cemetery, Overbrook, KS.&nbsp; At Phyllis’s request, there will be no flowers.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Twin Mound Cemetery Association and sent c/o Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 268, Overbrook, KS 66524. Condolences may be sent to the family through&nbsp;www.lamb-roberts.com.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b9e0da7e-14b8-460a-bffb-0de3e0968a18">OCCK, Inc. invites public to Transportation Week BBQ</a>

Phyllis A. (King) Bagby

John T. Bonacorda January 26, 1947 ~ May 6, 2024

John T. Bonacorda, 77 passed away May 6, 2024. He was born January 26, 1947 in Bronx, New York, the son of John and Jeanette (Boenisch) Bonarcorda. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1965, serving 20 years and retired in 1985 as Chief Warrant Officer 2. He was awarded the Purple Heart during his time in the military. After his services in the army, he went to the Kansas State University receiving his Bachelor’s degree. He was proud to be a K-State alumni. On January 20, 1968 he was united in marriage to Deborah Ann Dennis. They later divorced in 1996. John was proud of his military career and continued helping other Veteran’s throughout. He was a member of the Junction City VFW Post 8773, American Legion Post 45, Junction City Elks Club, and was part of the Military Officers Association of America, the Military Order of Cooties Puptent 5, Scratch Me in Junction City, and a member of the Masonic Lodge in Manhattan. John is survived by his daughter, Teresa Cabanting, one son, John Bonacorda. Grandchildren: Leilani Malia Cabanting and Savannah LeeAnn Cabanting. Two brothers: Arthur Kersting and Anthony Bonacorda. Nieces: Donna Bonacorda, Jeanette Bonacorda, Christine Nazarenus, Mary Kersting, Kelly Stanley, Suzanne Moyers, and Barbara Jean Kersting. He was preceded in death by his parents and Step-Mother, Jean Bonacorda, and two sisters, June Trimboli and Rita Kersting-Mesk. Military Services for John will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, May 17, 2024 at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery by Manhattan. Memorial contributions may be made to the John T. Bonacorda Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funereal Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene.

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 </figure>John T. Bonacorda January 26, 1947 ~ May 6, 2024 John T. Bonacorda, 77 passed away May 6, 2024. He was born January 26, 1947 in Bronx, New York, the son of John and Jeanette (Boenisch) Bonarcorda. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1965, serving 20 years and retired in 1985 as Chief Warrant Officer 2. He was awarded the Purple Heart during his time in the military. After his services in the army, he went to the Kansas State University receiving his Bachelor’s degree. He was proud to be a K-State alumni. On January 20, 1968 he was united in marriage to Deborah Ann Dennis. They later divorced in 1996. John was proud of his military career and continued helping other Veteran’s throughout. He was a member of the Junction City VFW Post 8773, American Legion Post 45, Junction City Elks Club, and was part of the Military Officers Association of America, the Military Order of Cooties Puptent 5, Scratch Me in Junction City, and a member of the Masonic Lodge in Manhattan. John is survived by his daughter, Teresa Cabanting, one son, John Bonacorda. Grandchildren: Leilani Malia Cabanting and Savannah LeeAnn Cabanting. Two brothers: Arthur Kersting and Anthony Bonacorda. Nieces: Donna Bonacorda, Jeanette Bonacorda, Christine Nazarenus, Mary Kersting, Kelly Stanley, Suzanne Moyers, and Barbara Jean Kersting. He was preceded in death by his parents and Step-Mother, Jean Bonacorda, and two sisters, June Trimboli and Rita Kersting-Mesk. Military Services for John will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, May 17, 2024 at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery by Manhattan. Memorial contributions may be made to the John T. Bonacorda Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funereal Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene.READ MORE:<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b9e0da7e-14b8-460a-bffb-0de3e0968a18">OCCK, Inc. invites public to Transportation Week BBQ</a>

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Cheryl Fay Utech March 18, 1947 ~ May 5, 2024

Cheryl’s life began on March 18, 1947, in Salina, Kansas. She was the daughter of Jesse V. and Margaret E. (Burk) Downs.

She met James C. Utech while working in Salina, Kansas. They married on December 15, 1979, at St. Paul Lutheran Church at Herington.

Survivors include her husband, James C. Utech; children, Kimberly Splawn (Robert), of New Strawn, KS, James M. Utech (Lora), of Topeka, KS, Nancy Erickson (Lewis), of Bel Aire, KS; grandchildren, Ethan Criqui, Kaelin Criqui, Noah Criqui, Emily Caro (James), Drew Utech, Rose Payne (Kelly), Betsy Rogg (Nathan), Bobby Erickson (Katelyn) and seven great-grandchildren, siblings; Steve Downs (Rosalie) of Colorado Springs, CO and Greg Downs (Eileen) of Hutchinson, KS, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She passed away on Sunday May 5, 2024, at University of Kansas Medical Center, St Francis in Topeka. She is preceded in death by her parents.&nbsp;

Her family will gather with friends on Thursday May 9, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Her funeral service will be held on Friday May 10, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran. She will be laid to rest at Sunset Hill Cemetery. &nbsp;

Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Cheryl at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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 </figure>Cheryl Fay Utech March 18, 1947 ~ May 5, 2024Cheryl’s life began on March 18, 1947, in Salina, Kansas. She was the daughter of Jesse V. and Margaret E. (Burk) Downs.She met James C. Utech while working in Salina, Kansas. They married on December 15, 1979, at St. Paul Lutheran Church at Herington.Survivors include her husband, James C. Utech; children, Kimberly Splawn (Robert), of New Strawn, KS, James M. Utech (Lora), of Topeka, KS, Nancy Erickson (Lewis), of Bel Aire, KS; grandchildren, Ethan Criqui, Kaelin Criqui, Noah Criqui, Emily Caro (James), Drew Utech, Rose Payne (Kelly), Betsy Rogg (Nathan), Bobby Erickson (Katelyn) and seven great-grandchildren, siblings; Steve Downs (Rosalie) of Colorado Springs, CO and Greg Downs (Eileen) of Hutchinson, KS, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.She passed away on Sunday May 5, 2024, at University of Kansas Medical Center, St Francis in Topeka. She is preceded in death by her parents.&nbsp;Her family will gather with friends on Thursday May 9, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Her funeral service will be held on Friday May 10, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran. She will be laid to rest at Sunset Hill Cemetery. &nbsp;Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Cheryl at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b9e0da7e-14b8-460a-bffb-0de3e0968a18">OCCK, Inc. invites public to Transportation Week BBQ</a>

Cheryl F. Utech

&nbsp;Rosalie "Rose" Kay Stimac-Schlesener August 9, 1951 ~ April 26, 2024

Rose’s life began on August 9, 1951, in Kansas City, KS. She was the daughter of George A. and Rowena (Brillhart) M. Reising. Rose attended&nbsp;Catholic grade&nbsp;school in Kansas City, graduating from Bishop Ward in 1969, and graduated from St. Margaret’s School of Nursing in 1972. 

She was united in marriage to John A. Stimac on August 10, 1974, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Kansas City and he preceded her in death in 2019. Rose remarried Tom Schlesener on November 14, 2020, at St.&nbsp;John’s&nbsp;Catholic Church in&nbsp;Herington. Rose worked as a registered nurse at the Herington Hospital for several years;&nbsp;later she worked at&nbsp;Ascension&nbsp;Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, where she&nbsp;really enjoyed being a labor and delivery nurse. She was a parishioner at St. John’s Catholic Church in Herington and St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Abilene. Rose had been a member of the St. John’s Altar Society, serving as president. She volunteered as a room mother when her children were in school and as a member of the Herington Hospital Auxiliary. 

Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband Tom Schlesener of Herington; children Melissa (Nolan) Brunner of Lost Springs, Sarah ( Jared) Fenske of Hillsboro, and Joseph Stimac of Minneapolis, MN; step daughters Jennifer Scott of Buena Vista, CO and Elizabeth Schlesener of Herington; grandchildren Noah Brunner, Kolton Fenske, Wesley Fenske, Beau Fenske, Leah Brunner, Makenna Fenske, Connor Scott and Logan Scott; siblings Angela Bolt of Edwardsville, KS, Janet Springer of Kansas City, Teresa Sappenfield of Dover, MO, George Reising of Roeland Park, KS, Suzanne Engle of Kansas City, and Frank Reising of Kansas City and many nieces, and nephews. 

Rose passed away on April 26, 2024, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband John Stimac, and granddaughter Brooke Fenske. Her family will gather with friends on Saturday May 11, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. for her Rosary service at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, Abilene where her Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. by Father Peter O’Donnell. She will be laid to rest in St. John Catholic Cemetery, Herington. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Care and Hospice. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Rose at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;Rosalie "Rose" Kay Stimac-Schlesener August 9, 1951 ~ April 26, 2024Rose’s life began on August 9, 1951, in Kansas City, KS. She was the daughter of George A. and Rowena (Brillhart) M. Reising. Rose attended&nbsp;Catholic grade&nbsp;school in Kansas City, graduating from Bishop Ward in 1969, and graduated from St. Margaret’s School of Nursing in 1972. She was united in marriage to John A. Stimac on August 10, 1974, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Kansas City and he preceded her in death in 2019. Rose remarried Tom Schlesener on November 14, 2020, at St.&nbsp;John’s&nbsp;Catholic Church in&nbsp;Herington. Rose worked as a registered nurse at the Herington Hospital for several years;&nbsp;later she worked at&nbsp;Ascension&nbsp;Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, where she&nbsp;really enjoyed being a labor and delivery nurse. She was a parishioner at St. John’s Catholic Church in Herington and St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Abilene. Rose had been a member of the St. John’s Altar Society, serving as president. She volunteered as a room mother when her children were in school and as a member of the Herington Hospital Auxiliary. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband Tom Schlesener of Herington; children Melissa (Nolan) Brunner of Lost Springs, Sarah ( Jared) Fenske of Hillsboro, and Joseph Stimac of Minneapolis, MN; step daughters Jennifer Scott of Buena Vista, CO and Elizabeth Schlesener of Herington; grandchildren Noah Brunner, Kolton Fenske, Wesley Fenske, Beau Fenske, Leah Brunner, Makenna Fenske, Connor Scott and Logan Scott; siblings Angela Bolt of Edwardsville, KS, Janet Springer of Kansas City, Teresa Sappenfield of Dover, MO, George Reising of Roeland Park, KS, Suzanne Engle of Kansas City, and Frank Reising of Kansas City and many nieces, and nephews. Rose passed away on April 26, 2024, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband John Stimac, and granddaughter Brooke Fenske. Her family will gather with friends on Saturday May 11, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. for her Rosary service at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, Abilene where her Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. by Father Peter O’Donnell. She will be laid to rest in St. John Catholic Cemetery, Herington. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Care and Hospice. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Rose at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.&nbsp;READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b9e0da7e-14b8-460a-bffb-0de3e0968a18">OCCK, Inc. invites public to Transportation Week BBQ</a>

 Rosalie "Rose" K. Stimac-Schlesener

Howard Lee Ecton March 16, 1927 ~ April 30, 2024

Howard Lee Ecton, 97, of Salina, Kansas, passed away from complications of Dysphagia, on Tuesday, April 30th, at Salina Regional Health Center.

Howard was born in Coyville, Kansas on March 16, 1927, to Carl and Blanche (Fishburn) Ecton.&nbsp;His family farmed and he grew up with three brothers, Leonard, Dean, and Charles, who all preceded him in death along with one baby sister.

At the age of 18, he was selected in the draft for World War II and served as a military police officer who guarded the prisoners. Upon arriving back in the U.S., he married Dorothy Mae Brown in January 1949 and they were married almost 67 years until her death in 2015. Howard and Dorothy had three children, Alan Ecton, Connie Reeve, and Steve Ecton, who all preceded him in death. 

Upon retirement, they sold their&nbsp;home and bought a 5th wheel to travel the&nbsp;countryside. Their&nbsp;travels led them to 47 states,&nbsp;Canada, and Mexico. They deeply enjoyed sharing time with their six grandchildren and their spouses, who all survive, Layla Peppers (Lyn) of Salina, Jennifer Mead (Doug) of Kansas City, Missouri,&nbsp;Stephanie Hernandez Estanislado of Mission, Texas, Aimee Ecton of Edinburg, Texas, Julie Ecton of Salina, and Lana Bustamante (Phillip) of Garden City. Howard and Dorothy were also blessed with 19 great grandchildren: Alice Bustamante, Amelia Bustamante, James Bustamante, Miri Bustamante,&nbsp;Katie Mead, Kylie Mead,&nbsp;Jonathan Ecton-Rodriguez,&nbsp;Abigal Hernandez,&nbsp;James Hernandez,&nbsp;Jonathan Hernandez,&nbsp;Madalyn Hernandez,&nbsp;Nathaniel Hernandez,&nbsp;Victoria Hernandez,&nbsp;Alyssa Peppers,&nbsp;Lexy (Tyler) Apel,&nbsp;Logan (Alex) Peppers, Jesse Rodriguez,&nbsp;Samantha Rodriguez,&nbsp;Aaron Zambrano,&nbsp;Steven Zambrano (Chelsea),&nbsp;Trenidad Zambrano; and great great grandson, Esrah Zambrano.

Howard is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, his children, his brothers, and a baby sister. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren, friend Pat Hoskins, neighbors, relatives, and volunteers at Meals on Wheels provided Howard with friendship over the years as he lived on his own until January 2024. He was a kind man with a heart of gold who enjoyed his visitors. He spent his last few months as a resident at Pinnacle Park, still working hard and engaging in physical therapy nearly every day to stay strong. He enjoyed the staff there.

Howard's family will be celebrating his life at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, May 21st at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon, Kansas.Memorials are suggested to Meals on Wheels, who brought him his meals for the past several years, please send in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.The family thanks the wonderful individuals at Meals on Wheels, Pinnacle Park, and Salina Regional Health Center for caring for Howard.

To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net">www.carlsonfh.net</a>&nbsp;or on Facebook.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Howard Lee Ecton March 16, 1927 ~ April 30, 2024Howard Lee Ecton, 97, of Salina, Kansas, passed away from complications of Dysphagia, on Tuesday, April 30th, at Salina Regional Health Center.Howard was born in Coyville, Kansas on March 16, 1927, to Carl and Blanche (Fishburn) Ecton.&nbsp;His family farmed and he grew up with three brothers, Leonard, Dean, and Charles, who all preceded him in death along with one baby sister.At the age of 18, he was selected in the draft for World War II and served as a military police officer who guarded the prisoners. Upon arriving back in the U.S., he married Dorothy Mae Brown in January 1949 and they were married almost 67 years until her death in 2015. Howard and Dorothy had three children, Alan Ecton, Connie Reeve, and Steve Ecton, who all preceded him in death. Upon retirement, they sold their&nbsp;home and bought a 5th wheel to travel the&nbsp;countryside. Their&nbsp;travels led them to 47 states,&nbsp;Canada, and Mexico. They deeply enjoyed sharing time with their six grandchildren and their spouses, who all survive, Layla Peppers (Lyn) of Salina, Jennifer Mead (Doug) of Kansas City, Missouri,&nbsp;Stephanie Hernandez Estanislado of Mission, Texas, Aimee Ecton of Edinburg, Texas, Julie Ecton of Salina, and Lana Bustamante (Phillip) of Garden City. Howard and Dorothy were also blessed with 19 great grandchildren: Alice Bustamante, Amelia Bustamante, James Bustamante, Miri Bustamante,&nbsp;Katie Mead, Kylie Mead,&nbsp;Jonathan Ecton-Rodriguez,&nbsp;Abigal Hernandez,&nbsp;James Hernandez,&nbsp;Jonathan Hernandez,&nbsp;Madalyn Hernandez,&nbsp;Nathaniel Hernandez,&nbsp;Victoria Hernandez,&nbsp;Alyssa Peppers,&nbsp;Lexy (Tyler) Apel,&nbsp;Logan (Alex) Peppers, Jesse Rodriguez,&nbsp;Samantha Rodriguez,&nbsp;Aaron Zambrano,&nbsp;Steven Zambrano (Chelsea),&nbsp;Trenidad Zambrano; and great great grandson, Esrah Zambrano.Howard is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, his children, his brothers, and a baby sister. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren, friend Pat Hoskins, neighbors, relatives, and volunteers at Meals on Wheels provided Howard with friendship over the years as he lived on his own until January 2024. He was a kind man with a heart of gold who enjoyed his visitors. He spent his last few months as a resident at Pinnacle Park, still working hard and engaging in physical therapy nearly every day to stay strong. He enjoyed the staff there.Howard's family will be celebrating his life at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, May 21st at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon, Kansas.Memorials are suggested to Meals on Wheels, who brought him his meals for the past several years, please send in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.The family thanks the wonderful individuals at Meals on Wheels, Pinnacle Park, and Salina Regional Health Center for caring for Howard.To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net">www.carlsonfh.net</a>&nbsp;or on Facebook.&nbsp;READ MORE: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b9e0da7e-14b8-460a-bffb-0de3e0968a18">OCCK, Inc. invites public to Transportation Week BBQ</a>

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Justin Cody Lord April 16, 1992 ~ May 4, 2024

Justin C. Lord passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in Jewell County, Kansas. He was born in Tuscon, Arizona on April 16, 1992 to Theodore and Debra (Torgler) Lord. He was the middle child with two sisters, Savanna and Libby.

Justin grew up in Concordia, Kansas where he attended school. He was a happy kid that loved his sisters and was easy going to the point that he didn’t complain about being sent to his room, he just played with his legos or sorted and read an entire pile of books.

He worked hard at growing up and found his place as a feed truck driver at Premium Feeders in Scandia, Kansas and a dad to Hatcher William and Haisley Kay.&nbsp;

Justin loved his job. He enjoyed running the equipment and that it allowed him to be outside. He loved being outside and being in the country, his silver crew cab Chevy, playing video games, spending time with his family, and playing with and poking fun at his niece and nephew. And most of all, he loved his children, completely and totally.

Justin will be missed terribly by his children, Hatcher and Haisley Lord of Concordia, KS; his mother, Debra Ketterman of Concordia, KS; his sisters, Savanna Awalt (Kyle) of Scandia, KS and Libby Lord (Eric) of Portland, OR; niece and nephew, Emilyne and Vesper Awalt; and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Theodore “Tedd” Lord, grandparents, Warren and Dorothy Torgler, and nephews, Elliot and Warren Awalt.

Memorials can be made to the Justin Lord Memorial Fund to help with his children’s expenses. A family led service will take place at a later date. For online condolences please visit chaputbuoy.com

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 </figure>Justin Cody Lord April 16, 1992 ~ May 4, 2024Justin C. Lord passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in Jewell County, Kansas. He was born in Tuscon, Arizona on April 16, 1992 to Theodore and Debra (Torgler) Lord. He was the middle child with two sisters, Savanna and Libby.Justin grew up in Concordia, Kansas where he attended school. He was a happy kid that loved his sisters and was easy going to the point that he didn’t complain about being sent to his room, he just played with his legos or sorted and read an entire pile of books.He worked hard at growing up and found his place as a feed truck driver at Premium Feeders in Scandia, Kansas and a dad to Hatcher William and Haisley Kay.&nbsp;Justin loved his job. He enjoyed running the equipment and that it allowed him to be outside. He loved being outside and being in the country, his silver crew cab Chevy, playing video games, spending time with his family, and playing with and poking fun at his niece and nephew. And most of all, he loved his children, completely and totally.Justin will be missed terribly by his children, Hatcher and Haisley Lord of Concordia, KS; his mother, Debra Ketterman of Concordia, KS; his sisters, Savanna Awalt (Kyle) of Scandia, KS and Libby Lord (Eric) of Portland, OR; niece and nephew, Emilyne and Vesper Awalt; and many friends.He was preceded in death by his father, Theodore “Tedd” Lord, grandparents, Warren and Dorothy Torgler, and nephews, Elliot and Warren Awalt.Memorials can be made to the Justin Lord Memorial Fund to help with his children’s expenses. A family led service will take place at a later date. For online condolences please visit chaputbuoy.comREAD MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>

Justin C. Lord

Lucas Allen Schmidt March 23, 1988 ~ May 3, 2024

Lucas Allen Schmidt, 36, Concordia, KS passed away on May 3, 2024. He was born in Salina, KS on March 23, 1988 to Kyle Schmidt and Denise Mathiesen.

Lucas graduated from Concordia High School in 2006. He worked as an Elevator Superintendent at Cloud County Coop for the past four years. Prior to that he was a General Manager of Sonic Drive In.&nbsp;

Lucas took every opportunity to be on the golf course. He had a love for music and taught himself to play the guitar, a talent he shared with many family and friends. He was an avid sports fan of the Chiefs, KU, and the Royals. His knowledge of sports stats was impressive. He spent countless hours passing his love for all these hobbies to his four children. He shared a love for coin collecting with his dad and would argue politics with anyone.&nbsp;

He will be forever remembered by his partner, Kristen Starr, Concordia, KS; his children, Zaeley, Zyker, Zobrist, and Zeppelin, all of Concordia, KS; his mother Denise Mathiesen of Belleville, KS; sisters, Nicole Schmidt of Eudora, KS, and Molly Schmidt of Wichita, KS; nephew, Dayton Fraser; niece, Andi Fraser; grandmother, Donna Breault of Concordia, KS; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; plus a host of friends and loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kyle Schmidt.

A Celebration of Life will take place at Concordia Golf &amp; Wellness on Saturday May 18, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. with family greeting friends until 4:00 p.m. A private burial will be held by the family at a later date. Memorials are suggested to The Lucas Schmidt Memorial Fund which will go toward education expenses for his children. For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Lucas Allen Schmidt March 23, 1988 ~ May 3, 2024Lucas Allen Schmidt, 36, Concordia, KS passed away on May 3, 2024. He was born in Salina, KS on March 23, 1988 to Kyle Schmidt and Denise Mathiesen.Lucas graduated from Concordia High School in 2006. He worked as an Elevator Superintendent at Cloud County Coop for the past four years. Prior to that he was a General Manager of Sonic Drive In.&nbsp;Lucas took every opportunity to be on the golf course. He had a love for music and taught himself to play the guitar, a talent he shared with many family and friends. He was an avid sports fan of the Chiefs, KU, and the Royals. His knowledge of sports stats was impressive. He spent countless hours passing his love for all these hobbies to his four children. He shared a love for coin collecting with his dad and would argue politics with anyone.&nbsp;He will be forever remembered by his partner, Kristen Starr, Concordia, KS; his children, Zaeley, Zyker, Zobrist, and Zeppelin, all of Concordia, KS; his mother Denise Mathiesen of Belleville, KS; sisters, Nicole Schmidt of Eudora, KS, and Molly Schmidt of Wichita, KS; nephew, Dayton Fraser; niece, Andi Fraser; grandmother, Donna Breault of Concordia, KS; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; plus a host of friends and loved ones.He was preceded in death by his father, Kyle Schmidt.A Celebration of Life will take place at Concordia Golf &amp; Wellness on Saturday May 18, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. with family greeting friends until 4:00 p.m. A private burial will be held by the family at a later date. Memorials are suggested to The Lucas Schmidt Memorial Fund which will go toward education expenses for his children. For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>

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Dona Lloydine (Galutia) Jensen-McDonald November 22, 1928 ~ April 29, 2024

Dona Lloydine (Galutia) Jensen-McDonald, 95, died April 29, 2024 in Abilene, KS. She was born in Barclay Township in Osage County, Kansas on November 22, 1928 to Lloyd Russell Galutia and Inez Thrush Galutia. From this marriage came three more children, Bill, Dale and Joycelyn. They grew up in Quenemo, KS.

Lloydine and husband Merle Jensen, also of Quenemo, resided in Herington, KS with their children, Terri Gardner, Jerry Jensen, and Mark Jensen. After Merle’s death in 1969, she was united in marriage to Paul McDonald.

Lloydine was a homemaker, loved sewing, canning, fishing, enjoying her kid’s activities, and riding her motorcycle, which she did well into her 60’s after solo riding in every US state in the lower forty-eight as well as Canada and Mexico. In 2017, she was asked to join the Kansas City Missouri Litas Female Motorcycle Collective as an Honorary Inductee, which she gladly accepted.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Merle, son Mark, second husband Paul, brothers Bill and Dale, and companion John Gremminger. She is survived by her daughter Terri Gardner and her children Heather and Gunnar Kickhaefer; son Jerry Jensen and his wife Patty and children Aaron Jensen and wife Debbie, Luke Jensen and wife Lindsay, Megan Neu and husband Bob, and Dylan Jensen and companion Haley Obata; sister Joycelyn Wallack; great-grandchildren Ethan and Zoe Jensen, Kenley Kickhaefer, and Ozzy Neu; as well as a host of wonderful nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

If so inclined, please feel free to leave a donation in her name to the Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County where she received wonderful care during her final days. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Dona at www. yazelmeglifh.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dona Lloydine (Galutia) Jensen-McDonald November 22, 1928 ~ April 29, 2024Dona Lloydine (Galutia) Jensen-McDonald, 95, died April 29, 2024 in Abilene, KS. She was born in Barclay Township in Osage County, Kansas on November 22, 1928 to Lloyd Russell Galutia and Inez Thrush Galutia. From this marriage came three more children, Bill, Dale and Joycelyn. They grew up in Quenemo, KS.Lloydine and husband Merle Jensen, also of Quenemo, resided in Herington, KS with their children, Terri Gardner, Jerry Jensen, and Mark Jensen. After Merle’s death in 1969, she was united in marriage to Paul McDonald.Lloydine was a homemaker, loved sewing, canning, fishing, enjoying her kid’s activities, and riding her motorcycle, which she did well into her 60’s after solo riding in every US state in the lower forty-eight as well as Canada and Mexico. In 2017, she was asked to join the Kansas City Missouri Litas Female Motorcycle Collective as an Honorary Inductee, which she gladly accepted.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Merle, son Mark, second husband Paul, brothers Bill and Dale, and companion John Gremminger. She is survived by her daughter Terri Gardner and her children Heather and Gunnar Kickhaefer; son Jerry Jensen and his wife Patty and children Aaron Jensen and wife Debbie, Luke Jensen and wife Lindsay, Megan Neu and husband Bob, and Dylan Jensen and companion Haley Obata; sister Joycelyn Wallack; great-grandchildren Ethan and Zoe Jensen, Kenley Kickhaefer, and Ozzy Neu; as well as a host of wonderful nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews.If so inclined, please feel free to leave a donation in her name to the Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County where she received wonderful care during her final days. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Dona at www. yazelmeglifh.com.&nbsp;READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>

Dona L. (Galutia) Jensen-McDonald

Elizabeth Marie Bowlin February 18, 1929 ~ May 1, 2024

Elizabeth Marie (Mosiman) Bowlin passed from this world to her Heavenly home on May 1, 2024, at the age of 95. 

Elizabeth (Betty) was born to John and Marie (Mueller) Mosiman on February 18, 1929 at Bethel Deaconess Hospital in Newton, Kansas. &nbsp;Betty grew up in the Furley community with her parents and seven brothers. &nbsp; Being the only girl, she was well protected and loved by all those boys. &nbsp;Betty spent the last year of her life living in the same hall at Kidron Bethel Village with two of them, Don and Butch. &nbsp;She was still fiercely protected and loved by her brothers while at Kidron. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty graduated from Whitewater High School in 1947 and then went on to earn her teaching certificate from Ottawa University. &nbsp;She taught for four years in a two-room schoolhouse in Greenwich, Kansas and then went on to teach for one year in Whitewater before starting her family. &nbsp;She loved being in the classroom and often spoke fondly of her time shaping young minds. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty married the love of her life, Blaine Bowlin, on June 16, 1953 at Elbing Missionary Church. &nbsp; They were married for 65 years. &nbsp;Together they made their home in Whitewater, Kansas and gave birth to three children: Scott, Brenda and Carl. &nbsp;In 1956, Blaine and Elizabeth purchased the Whitewater Locker Company where they worked side by side for 34 years before retiring and turning the business over to their son, Scott. &nbsp; Elizabeth wore many hats while working alongside Blaine, all while raising their three children at the Locker. &nbsp; Betty was a member of the Federated Church of Whitewater where she was the church pianist for over 60 years….retiring her position at the age of 93. &nbsp;Sitting at the piano gave her so much enjoyment and peace. &nbsp;She could often be found sitting at her piano in her living room calming herself with hymns right up to the day she moved to Kidron. &nbsp; Betty shared her love for Jesus with her kind heart and warm smile to everyone she met. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty spent countless hours working in her flower beds and garden. &nbsp;She loved to share the beauty of her yard with anyone she could. &nbsp;Many friends and family members received detailed tours of the fruits of her labor. &nbsp; Her success growing truly beautiful plants was a testament to her patience and love. Betty loved to sew, crochet, bake her famous pies, grow an impressive garden and spend &nbsp;time outside enjoying God’s beauty. &nbsp; She could be seen in her later years in her golf cart still caring for her yard and flowers, and continued to give tours to anyone who was interested. &nbsp;Betty had a special place in her heart for young children. &nbsp; Even in her last weeks, a child could bring a smile to her face. &nbsp;Aside from her many interests, Betty’s true pride and joy was her family. &nbsp;She was happiest when surrounded by them. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty is survived by her son Scott (Terre) Bowlin of Whitewater and daughter, Brenda (David) Highbarger of Towanda. &nbsp; Grandchildren: Brandon Bowlin, Grant (Adriane) Bowlin, Cameron (Jessica) Bowlin, Stacia Hobbs, Devin (Tara) Highbarger, Kelsey (Levi) Koster and Talia (Sam) Tewes. &nbsp; Great-grandchildren: Ayden, Cooper and Noah Bowlin; Jude, Julian, Jentry and Jonas Bowlin; Waylon and Clay Bowlin; Landon, Spencer and Ainsleigh Hobbs; Wade Highbarger and Amelia Tewes. &nbsp;Brothers Butch Mosiman and Wayne Mosiman. &nbsp; Sisters-in-law Marilyn Mosiman and Madeline Mosiman and many nieces and nephews who she loved dearly. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Blaine Bowlin, her son Carl Wade Bowlin and brothers Johnny, Willard, Gerald, Eldon and Don Mosiman. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Family will gather with friends on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 from 6:00-8:00pm at Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater. &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30am Thursday, May 9, 2024 at The Federated Church, Whitewater with burial to follow at the Whitewater Cemetery. &nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made in Elizabeth’s name to The Federated Church.

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 </figure>Elizabeth Marie Bowlin February 18, 1929 ~ May 1, 2024 Elizabeth Marie (Mosiman) Bowlin passed from this world to her Heavenly home on May 1, 2024, at the age of 95. Elizabeth (Betty) was born to John and Marie (Mueller) Mosiman on February 18, 1929 at Bethel Deaconess Hospital in Newton, Kansas. &nbsp;Betty grew up in the Furley community with her parents and seven brothers. &nbsp; Being the only girl, she was well protected and loved by all those boys. &nbsp;Betty spent the last year of her life living in the same hall at Kidron Bethel Village with two of them, Don and Butch. &nbsp;She was still fiercely protected and loved by her brothers while at Kidron. &nbsp;&nbsp;Betty graduated from Whitewater High School in 1947 and then went on to earn her teaching certificate from Ottawa University. &nbsp;She taught for four years in a two-room schoolhouse in Greenwich, Kansas and then went on to teach for one year in Whitewater before starting her family. &nbsp;She loved being in the classroom and often spoke fondly of her time shaping young minds. &nbsp;&nbsp;Betty married the love of her life, Blaine Bowlin, on June 16, 1953 at Elbing Missionary Church. &nbsp; They were married for 65 years. &nbsp;Together they made their home in Whitewater, Kansas and gave birth to three children: Scott, Brenda and Carl. &nbsp;In 1956, Blaine and Elizabeth purchased the Whitewater Locker Company where they worked side by side for 34 years before retiring and turning the business over to their son, Scott. &nbsp; Elizabeth wore many hats while working alongside Blaine, all while raising their three children at the Locker. &nbsp; Betty was a member of the Federated Church of Whitewater where she was the church pianist for over 60 years….retiring her position at the age of 93. &nbsp;Sitting at the piano gave her so much enjoyment and peace. &nbsp;She could often be found sitting at her piano in her living room calming herself with hymns right up to the day she moved to Kidron. &nbsp; Betty shared her love for Jesus with her kind heart and warm smile to everyone she met. &nbsp;&nbsp;Betty spent countless hours working in her flower beds and garden. &nbsp;She loved to share the beauty of her yard with anyone she could. &nbsp;Many friends and family members received detailed tours of the fruits of her labor. &nbsp; Her success growing truly beautiful plants was a testament to her patience and love. Betty loved to sew, crochet, bake her famous pies, grow an impressive garden and spend &nbsp;time outside enjoying God’s beauty. &nbsp; She could be seen in her later years in her golf cart still caring for her yard and flowers, and continued to give tours to anyone who was interested. &nbsp;Betty had a special place in her heart for young children. &nbsp; Even in her last weeks, a child could bring a smile to her face. &nbsp;Aside from her many interests, Betty’s true pride and joy was her family. &nbsp;She was happiest when surrounded by them. &nbsp;&nbsp;Betty is survived by her son Scott (Terre) Bowlin of Whitewater and daughter, Brenda (David) Highbarger of Towanda. &nbsp; Grandchildren: Brandon Bowlin, Grant (Adriane) Bowlin, Cameron (Jessica) Bowlin, Stacia Hobbs, Devin (Tara) Highbarger, Kelsey (Levi) Koster and Talia (Sam) Tewes. &nbsp; Great-grandchildren: Ayden, Cooper and Noah Bowlin; Jude, Julian, Jentry and Jonas Bowlin; Waylon and Clay Bowlin; Landon, Spencer and Ainsleigh Hobbs; Wade Highbarger and Amelia Tewes. &nbsp;Brothers Butch Mosiman and Wayne Mosiman. &nbsp; Sisters-in-law Marilyn Mosiman and Madeline Mosiman and many nieces and nephews who she loved dearly. &nbsp;&nbsp;Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Blaine Bowlin, her son Carl Wade Bowlin and brothers Johnny, Willard, Gerald, Eldon and Don Mosiman. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Family will gather with friends on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 from 6:00-8:00pm at Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater. &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30am Thursday, May 9, 2024 at The Federated Church, Whitewater with burial to follow at the Whitewater Cemetery. &nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made in Elizabeth’s name to The Federated Church.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>

Elizabeth M. Bowlin

&nbsp;Raymond "Sam" Harold Schwemmer August 10, 1932 ~ May 4, 2024

Sam’s life began on August 10, 1932, in Wiley, Colorado. He was the son of Harry and Amanda (Hamm) Schwemmer. Sam was a 1950 graduate of Towanda High School. He attended Wichita Business College in September of 1950. Sam served his country in the United States National Guard starting in 1948 until his honorable discharge as Captain in 1967. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Beth Mosier at the Towanda Methodist Church on December 7, 1952.

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 </figure>&nbsp;Raymond "Sam" Harold Schwemmer August 10, 1932 ~ May 4, 2024 Sam’s life began on August 10, 1932, in Wiley, Colorado. He was the son of Harry and Amanda (Hamm) Schwemmer. Sam was a 1950 graduate of Towanda High School. He attended Wichita Business College in September of 1950. Sam served his country in the United States National Guard starting in 1948 until his honorable discharge as Captain in 1967. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Beth Mosier at the Towanda Methodist Church on December 7, 1952.Sam was a stockman and farmer while working at Coleman of Wichita until he retired to become a full-time farmer in the rural Towanda area for the rest of his life. He was a member of Palmyra Baptist Church, rural Benton, KS serving as Deacon, treasure, trustee, and a teacher. His pride was overseeing the Sausage-Pancake Supper for numerous years.His loving family surviving him includes children Craig and Roxanne Waltman of Towanda, Ed and Nancy Wait of Benton, Neil and Susan Schwemmer of Augusta and Rodney and Cathy Schwemmer of Augusta. Grandchildren include Chad and Jennifer Waltman, Jenna and Jake Myers, Staci Wait, Aubrie and Trever Lockamy, Courtney and Aaron Powers, Ashley and Brendon Mannix, Heath and Kelsey Kennemer, Evan and Jordan Schwemmer, Trevor and Ashley Schwemmer and Madison Schwemmer: 18 great grandchildren, brother Gib and Wilma Schwemmer, sister-in-law Helen and Connie Terrell, great nephew, Russell Bliss and numerous nieces and nephews.Sam passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Via Christi St. Francis Harry Hynes Hospice in Wichita, KS. He is preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, parents, Harry and Amanda, brothers Eldon, Bud, Doc, sister Evelyn Bradbury and grandson Mark Wait.Sam’s family will gather with friends on Tuesday May 7, 2024, from 5 p.m. &nbsp;to 7 p.m. at Palmyra Baptist Church. Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday May 8, 2024, at Palmyra Baptist Church, Benton, KS. Burial to follow at Green Valley Cemetery. &nbsp;Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater is serving the family.In his name, a memorial may be directed to the Towanda Senior Center or Palmyra Baptist Church. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Sam at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>

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