Norma E. Bruns, 106, of McPherson, KS, and formerly of Abilene, KS, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Pine Village, Moundridge.

Norma was born on a farm east of Milford, KS on August 26, 1918, the second of six children born to Charles Ernest Martin and Johannah Augusta (Steinbruck) Martin. She grew up in the Longford area, graduating valedictorian of the Longford High School class of 1936. She started her teaching career that fall under a Normal Training Certificate, just two weeks after her 18th birthday. She later got her Bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University and continued teaching until 1980.

She taught at several one-room schools in the Milford and Longford areas, as well as in public schools in Junction City, Chapman and Abilene. She taught a great number of students over the years and most always had a positive attitude and great hopes for each one. At age 99, Norma was putting names on pictures of her students from 1943.

She also taught me that a cinnamon roll will catch fire in a microwave if you cook it long enough (9+ minutes, but who is counting?). These things you learn from life’s experiences.

She loved music and played piano and after her prized piano at home became unrepairable, she had the shell made into 2 blanket chests. Her passions were family and friends, music, birds, books and her devotion to God.

She married Kenneth Ivan Bruns on January 24, 1950 and had one child, Kendall Dean Bruns. They were later divorced.

She outlived her parents, five siblings, a niece (Sherry Puckett) and four nephews (Tom Diehl, Lowell Brown, Dana Brown and Stephen Brown).

She is survived by her son Dean and his wife Julie of McPherson, KS; grandchildren Jayme (Roy) Hamilton of Phoenix AZ, Michael (Amanda) Bruns of McPherson, KS, and Carolyn (Lee) Collins of Stem, NC; great-grandchildren Braedon Hamilton, Aliya Bruns, Evan Bruns, and Annalise Collins (another is expected in June).

Other survivors include nieces Denise (Mike) Poorman of Lynnwood, WA and Pam (Carl) Rowson of Savage, MN; nephews Terry (Diana) Owens of Los Fresnos, TX and Martin (Kay) Brown of Omaha, NE.

She cherished a great many friendships over the years.

Norma was fiercely independent, resourceful and at times, more than a little bit stubborn. With help from her family and other caregivers, Norma was able to stay in her own home until the final three months of her life.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 12, 2025, at McPherson church of Christ. Memorials are suggested to either Hospice and Homecare of Reno County or The Morrison House in Salina, KS in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>Norma E. Bruns, 106, of McPherson, KS, and formerly of Abilene, KS, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Pine Village, Moundridge.Norma was born on a farm east of Milford, KS on August 26, 1918, the second of six children born to Charles Ernest Martin and Johannah Augusta (Steinbruck) Martin. She grew up in the Longford area, graduating valedictorian of the Longford High School class of 1936. She started her teaching career that fall under a Normal Training Certificate, just two weeks after her 18th birthday. She later got her Bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University and continued teaching until 1980.She taught at several one-room schools in the Milford and Longford areas, as well as in public schools in Junction City, Chapman and Abilene. She taught a great number of students over the years and most always had a positive attitude and great hopes for each one. At age 99, Norma was putting names on pictures of her students from 1943.She also taught me that a cinnamon roll will catch fire in a microwave if you cook it long enough (9+ minutes, but who is counting?). These things you learn from life’s experiences.She loved music and played piano and after her prized piano at home became unrepairable, she had the shell made into 2 blanket chests. Her passions were family and friends, music, birds, books and her devotion to God.She married Kenneth Ivan Bruns on January 24, 1950 and had one child, Kendall Dean Bruns. They were later divorced.She outlived her parents, five siblings, a niece (Sherry Puckett) and four nephews (Tom Diehl, Lowell Brown, Dana Brown and Stephen Brown).She is survived by her son Dean and his wife Julie of McPherson, KS; grandchildren Jayme (Roy) Hamilton of Phoenix AZ, Michael (Amanda) Bruns of McPherson, KS, and Carolyn (Lee) Collins of Stem, NC; great-grandchildren Braedon Hamilton, Aliya Bruns, Evan Bruns, and Annalise Collins (another is expected in June).Other survivors include nieces Denise (Mike) Poorman of Lynnwood, WA and Pam (Carl) Rowson of Savage, MN; nephews Terry (Diana) Owens of Los Fresnos, TX and Martin (Kay) Brown of Omaha, NE.She cherished a great many friendships over the years.Norma was fiercely independent, resourceful and at times, more than a little bit stubborn. With help from her family and other caregivers, Norma was able to stay in her own home until the final three months of her life.A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 12, 2025, at McPherson church of Christ. Memorials are suggested to either Hospice and Homecare of Reno County or The Morrison House in Salina, KS in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Norma E. Bruns, 106

Esther R. (Montague) Harner, 90, of Salina, Kan., passed away Monday, February 10, 2025. She was born October 12, 1934, in Minneapolis, Kan., to Floyd E. and Bertha E. (Ayers) Montague. Esther was one of 11 children and grew up and attended school in Minneapolis.

Esther was a devoted mother, wife and friend to many.&nbsp; Her favorite activities included cooking large meals for her family, baking, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved to garden and her peonies were the envy of many.&nbsp; She fiercely loved her family and was happiest when she was surrounded by them.&nbsp; She has been described as the “rock” of her family and will be dearly missed by her children and grandchildren.

Esther enjoyed doing volunteer work and would often bring a casserole, provide transportation, or assist with finances for those in need. She was an active member of the Cornerstone Community Church (Free Methodist Church) holding positions in teaching, music, and was treasurer for World Missions for 40 years. She was a life member of the Free Methodist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Don J. Harner; brothers, Elmer “Bob”, Virgil, Victor, Billy, Frank “Bud”, and Larry; sisters, Elma Postlethwaite, Josephine Werneke, Verla Smith, and Albertha Adam.

Survivors include her children, Elizabeth McCormick (Mike Davis), Tim (Lori) Harner, and Cory (Gwen) Harner; grandchildren, Taylor (Phil) Urban, Austin (Katrina) Harner, Logan Harner (Madelyn Hayes), Joshua Owens (Jessica Meissner) and Brayden Toney; great grandchildren, Theo and Wesley Urban, Nora Harner, and Kinsley Meissner; and many nieces and nephews.

A private family graveside service will be held at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Esther R. (Montague) Harner, 90, of Salina, Kan., passed away Monday, February 10, 2025. She was born October 12, 1934, in Minneapolis, Kan., to Floyd E. and Bertha E. (Ayers) Montague. Esther was one of 11 children and grew up and attended school in Minneapolis.Esther was a devoted mother, wife and friend to many.&nbsp; Her favorite activities included cooking large meals for her family, baking, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved to garden and her peonies were the envy of many.&nbsp; She fiercely loved her family and was happiest when she was surrounded by them.&nbsp; She has been described as the “rock” of her family and will be dearly missed by her children and grandchildren.Esther enjoyed doing volunteer work and would often bring a casserole, provide transportation, or assist with finances for those in need. She was an active member of the Cornerstone Community Church (Free Methodist Church) holding positions in teaching, music, and was treasurer for World Missions for 40 years. She was a life member of the Free Methodist Church.She is preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Don J. Harner; brothers, Elmer “Bob”, Virgil, Victor, Billy, Frank “Bud”, and Larry; sisters, Elma Postlethwaite, Josephine Werneke, Verla Smith, and Albertha Adam.Survivors include her children, Elizabeth McCormick (Mike Davis), Tim (Lori) Harner, and Cory (Gwen) Harner; grandchildren, Taylor (Phil) Urban, Austin (Katrina) Harner, Logan Harner (Madelyn Hayes), Joshua Owens (Jessica Meissner) and Brayden Toney; great grandchildren, Theo and Wesley Urban, Nora Harner, and Kinsley Meissner; and many nieces and nephews.A private family graveside service will be held at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Esther R. (Montague) Harner

With heavy hearts yet smiling faces, we announce the peaceful passing of Rosa Lee Lucas-Hall on February 6th, 2025. Born on July 6, 1932, in Ottawa County, Oklahoma to Sara Alma Crabtree (née Newcomb) and Charlie Benton Crabtree. Rosa Lee graced us with 92 fabulous years filled with laughter, love, and an unending zest for life.

Rosa Lee was born to loving parents and raised on a farm with 5 siblings: Clifford, Harry, James, Nellie, and Sue; where she learned and demonstrated hard work, self-sufficiency, and, if her stories are to be believed, a history full of adventures mischievously forgotten to time. From a young age, Rosa Lee had an infectious laugh and a penchant for turning even the dullest moments into a grand adventure.

Never one to sit still, Rosa Lee began working as a waitress early in life and was fortunate to make the acquaintance of a quiet plumber named William Travis Lucas. Outgoing and spunky, Rosa Lee turned out to be the perfect match for William and they married in 1951 and raised three wonderful children: Charlie Rhodes, Deborah (Tackett) and Beverly (Rohr). From opening Lucas Plumbing in Salina, building a house, owning a farm with ducks, chickens and a horse (named Diamond), taking the RV to Glacier National Park, traveling to annual family reunions in Baxter Springs, and fishing all over Kansas, Rosa Lee was always on the go, even if not leaving town!

After the passing of William in 2000, Rosa Lee was blessed to befriend and fall in love with Bill Hall of Derby, Kansas. They married in 2011 and spent their time traveling, dancing, and enjoying life together. Bill passed in 2013, which was way too soon for such a vibrant couple.

Rosa Lee leaves behind a family as vibrant as she was – daughters Deborah and Beverly; grandchildren Preston, Nathan, and Jason (Tackett), and Heather, Carrie, Travis, and Tiffany (Rohr); 15 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren who carry forward her spirit of vivacity and kindness. She taught us all that life is too short to take seriously and that love, and laughter are the best legacies one can leave behind. Her grandchildren, all adults now, will forever remember how Granny would always mute the television when they visit, offer coffee made from a percolator so hot you’d think it was heated by the sun, and try to persuade us that mincemeat pie is a superior desert choice while sitting in a kitchen filled with rooster décor.

Rosa Lee Lucas-Hall may have left this world, but her laughter echoes in our hearts, reminding us to find joy in every moment.

There will be a visitation from 11:00 AM until service time at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 15, 2025 both being held in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel; 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS 67401. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com or to our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Roselawnburialandcremation.

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 </figure>With heavy hearts yet smiling faces, we announce the peaceful passing of Rosa Lee Lucas-Hall on February 6th, 2025. Born on July 6, 1932, in Ottawa County, Oklahoma to Sara Alma Crabtree (née Newcomb) and Charlie Benton Crabtree. Rosa Lee graced us with 92 fabulous years filled with laughter, love, and an unending zest for life.Rosa Lee was born to loving parents and raised on a farm with 5 siblings: Clifford, Harry, James, Nellie, and Sue; where she learned and demonstrated hard work, self-sufficiency, and, if her stories are to be believed, a history full of adventures mischievously forgotten to time. From a young age, Rosa Lee had an infectious laugh and a penchant for turning even the dullest moments into a grand adventure.Never one to sit still, Rosa Lee began working as a waitress early in life and was fortunate to make the acquaintance of a quiet plumber named William Travis Lucas. Outgoing and spunky, Rosa Lee turned out to be the perfect match for William and they married in 1951 and raised three wonderful children: Charlie Rhodes, Deborah (Tackett) and Beverly (Rohr). From opening Lucas Plumbing in Salina, building a house, owning a farm with ducks, chickens and a horse (named Diamond), taking the RV to Glacier National Park, traveling to annual family reunions in Baxter Springs, and fishing all over Kansas, Rosa Lee was always on the go, even if not leaving town!After the passing of William in 2000, Rosa Lee was blessed to befriend and fall in love with Bill Hall of Derby, Kansas. They married in 2011 and spent their time traveling, dancing, and enjoying life together. Bill passed in 2013, which was way too soon for such a vibrant couple.Rosa Lee leaves behind a family as vibrant as she was – daughters Deborah and Beverly; grandchildren Preston, Nathan, and Jason (Tackett), and Heather, Carrie, Travis, and Tiffany (Rohr); 15 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren who carry forward her spirit of vivacity and kindness. She taught us all that life is too short to take seriously and that love, and laughter are the best legacies one can leave behind. Her grandchildren, all adults now, will forever remember how Granny would always mute the television when they visit, offer coffee made from a percolator so hot you’d think it was heated by the sun, and try to persuade us that mincemeat pie is a superior desert choice while sitting in a kitchen filled with rooster décor.Rosa Lee Lucas-Hall may have left this world, but her laughter echoes in our hearts, reminding us to find joy in every moment.There will be a visitation from 11:00 AM until service time at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 15, 2025 both being held in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel; 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS 67401. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com or to our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Roselawnburialandcremation.

Rosa Lee Lucas-Hall

Jerry Gene Patterson, 81, of Wakefield, KS died on February 8, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.

Born in Syracuse, KS, to Eugene and Linda (Weinman), Patterson, Zordel, Jerry was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. While leading freshman tours in college, he met the love of his life, Norma Jean (Jeannie) Boor, whom he married on September 7, 1964. Together, they built a life filled with love, raising four children: Craig Patterson, Christine (Tom) Fritzsche, Clay (Tammy) Patterson, and Kathy (Erik) Ganstrom. He cherished his 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

A graduate of Hill City High School and Fort Hays State University, Jerry’s leadership qualities emerged early, as he naturally stepped into roles that found him. He dedicated 40 years to banking in Wakefield, KS, beginning as a teller and working his way up to President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board at Farmers and Merchants State Bank. He was appointed by Governor Mike Hayden to serve two terms on the Kansas State Banking Board, three years of which he was the Chairman.

Beyond his profession, Jerry was deeply committed to his community. He was passionate about the Kansas Landscape Arboretum, where he played a vital role in its leadership, promotion, and ongoing care. Jerry was an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America, earned the St. George Emblem, and lived by the principles of the Scout Law. He served with the Kansas Guardianship Program, providing conservatorships for over 25 individuals. Most recently, he served on the Catholic Foundation Board for the Salina Diocese.

Jerry’s gift for storytelling brought family history and tall tales to life in his writing. An avid outdoorsman, he found joy in nature and cherished every opportunity to share his love for hunting, fishing, and adventure with his grandchildren. His wonderful sense of humor filled our lives with laughter, bringing warmth and joy to every gathering. Known for his strong faith, generosity, and quick wit, he left a lasting legacy of love, wisdom, and devotion to his family.Visitation will be heldfrom 3-6 PM on Thursday February 13, 2025, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home. &nbsp;A rosary and vigil service will be heldat 6PMFuneral Services will be held&nbsp;at 10:00 AM on Friday February 14, 2025, at the SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Clay Center, KS. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Wakefield, KS. Memorials: Kansas Landscape Arboretum or SS Peters and Paul Catholic Church c/o the funeral home

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 </figure>Jerry Gene Patterson, 81, of Wakefield, KS died on February 8, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.Born in Syracuse, KS, to Eugene and Linda (Weinman), Patterson, Zordel, Jerry was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. While leading freshman tours in college, he met the love of his life, Norma Jean (Jeannie) Boor, whom he married on September 7, 1964. Together, they built a life filled with love, raising four children: Craig Patterson, Christine (Tom) Fritzsche, Clay (Tammy) Patterson, and Kathy (Erik) Ganstrom. He cherished his 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.A graduate of Hill City High School and Fort Hays State University, Jerry’s leadership qualities emerged early, as he naturally stepped into roles that found him. He dedicated 40 years to banking in Wakefield, KS, beginning as a teller and working his way up to President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board at Farmers and Merchants State Bank. He was appointed by Governor Mike Hayden to serve two terms on the Kansas State Banking Board, three years of which he was the Chairman.Beyond his profession, Jerry was deeply committed to his community. He was passionate about the Kansas Landscape Arboretum, where he played a vital role in its leadership, promotion, and ongoing care. Jerry was an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America, earned the St. George Emblem, and lived by the principles of the Scout Law. He served with the Kansas Guardianship Program, providing conservatorships for over 25 individuals. Most recently, he served on the Catholic Foundation Board for the Salina Diocese.Jerry’s gift for storytelling brought family history and tall tales to life in his writing. An avid outdoorsman, he found joy in nature and cherished every opportunity to share his love for hunting, fishing, and adventure with his grandchildren. His wonderful sense of humor filled our lives with laughter, bringing warmth and joy to every gathering. Known for his strong faith, generosity, and quick wit, he left a lasting legacy of love, wisdom, and devotion to his family.Visitation will be heldfrom 3-6 PM on Thursday February 13, 2025, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home. &nbsp;A rosary and vigil service will be heldat 6PMFuneral Services will be held&nbsp;at 10:00 AM on Friday February 14, 2025, at the SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Clay Center, KS. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Wakefield, KS. Memorials: Kansas Landscape Arboretum or SS Peters and Paul Catholic Church c/o the funeral home

Jerry Gene Patterson

Joshua Ryan Leck, 47, of rural McPherson, KS, died Friday, February 7, 2025.&nbsp;

Joshua was born on January 14, 1978, to John and Mary (Shaw) Leck in Washington, KS, where he grew up with his three younger siblings: Jessica, Justin, and Johnny. He graduated from Washington High School. Joshua was an outstanding student with a love for the outdoors. He was fond of walking the creeks and pastures of the family farms and while working for the Farm Service Agency conservation district.&nbsp;

Joshua met his wife of 25 years, Shana (Irish), while majoring in Chemistry at Fort Hays State University. They married on May 22, 1999, at the City Park in DeSoto, KS. In the same year, Joshua began his most-loved career, gaining the title “Dad” at the birth of their firstborn son, Aaron. He enriched his faith under mentorship of the pastoral team and community of Hays Christian Church. He graduated from FHSU with a BS in Chemistry in 2001.&nbsp;

After establishing a home in McPherson, KS, where Joshua was a chemist for 23 years at Pfizer Pharmaceutical Plant, his family grew to include Elizabeth and Elijah.&nbsp;

In addition to being a chemist, Joshua was an ordained minister and part of the pastoral team at Monitor Community Church of the Brethren for a number of years. He was also a foster parent to many children. In the roles of pastor and foster parent, he delighted in gleaning wisdom from others, especially the kids.&nbsp;

In 2006, the family moved to a small acreage in rural McPherson County, where Joshua rekindled his love of Kansas prairies by planting trees and restoring pastures to native grasses. With a love for all things that grow, his largest joys included romping through the pasture, tending the animals, and storytelling with his children. Joshua cherished opportunities to pick mulberries, watch sunsets, and scatter seed by hand. He was fond of firewood stacking and woodworking.&nbsp;

Joshua sought God’s truth in the mountains as much as the prairie. He traveled lightly, with only his hat, boots, canvas bag, and just enough sustenance to nourish his body and soul. Accompanied by his family, he filled his journal and photo albums with notes and images of trees. In the Cottonwood, Burr Oak, Persimmon, and Ancient Redwood alike, he marveled in God’s creation and love.&nbsp;

As a son, husband, dad, pastor, and co-worker, he sought to imitate Christ and engage with others as neighbor and friend.&nbsp;In all his communities, he was known as a quiet, gentle soul who loved with his whole self.&nbsp;

Survived by his wife, Shana; children, Aaron, Elizabeth, and Elijah (Malia); parents, John and Mary Leck of Washington, KS; siblings, Jessica Leck, Justin (Emily) Leck, and Johnny (Michelle) Leck; and a niece, aunts, uncles, and cousins.&nbsp;

The family will receive friends&nbsp;from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The memorial service will be held&nbsp;at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 15, at Monitor Community Church of the Brethren,&nbsp;1098 6th Avenue, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp; To view a live-stream broadcast of the service,&nbsp;please visit the link at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Joshua Ryan Leck, 47, of rural McPherson, KS, died Friday, February 7, 2025.&nbsp;Joshua was born on January 14, 1978, to John and Mary (Shaw) Leck in Washington, KS, where he grew up with his three younger siblings: Jessica, Justin, and Johnny. He graduated from Washington High School. Joshua was an outstanding student with a love for the outdoors. He was fond of walking the creeks and pastures of the family farms and while working for the Farm Service Agency conservation district.&nbsp;Joshua met his wife of 25 years, Shana (Irish), while majoring in Chemistry at Fort Hays State University. They married on May 22, 1999, at the City Park in DeSoto, KS. In the same year, Joshua began his most-loved career, gaining the title “Dad” at the birth of their firstborn son, Aaron. He enriched his faith under mentorship of the pastoral team and community of Hays Christian Church. He graduated from FHSU with a BS in Chemistry in 2001.&nbsp;After establishing a home in McPherson, KS, where Joshua was a chemist for 23 years at Pfizer Pharmaceutical Plant, his family grew to include Elizabeth and Elijah.&nbsp;In addition to being a chemist, Joshua was an ordained minister and part of the pastoral team at Monitor Community Church of the Brethren for a number of years. He was also a foster parent to many children. In the roles of pastor and foster parent, he delighted in gleaning wisdom from others, especially the kids.&nbsp;In 2006, the family moved to a small acreage in rural McPherson County, where Joshua rekindled his love of Kansas prairies by planting trees and restoring pastures to native grasses. With a love for all things that grow, his largest joys included romping through the pasture, tending the animals, and storytelling with his children. Joshua cherished opportunities to pick mulberries, watch sunsets, and scatter seed by hand. He was fond of firewood stacking and woodworking.&nbsp;Joshua sought God’s truth in the mountains as much as the prairie. He traveled lightly, with only his hat, boots, canvas bag, and just enough sustenance to nourish his body and soul. Accompanied by his family, he filled his journal and photo albums with notes and images of trees. In the Cottonwood, Burr Oak, Persimmon, and Ancient Redwood alike, he marveled in God’s creation and love.&nbsp;As a son, husband, dad, pastor, and co-worker, he sought to imitate Christ and engage with others as neighbor and friend.&nbsp;In all his communities, he was known as a quiet, gentle soul who loved with his whole self.&nbsp;Survived by his wife, Shana; children, Aaron, Elizabeth, and Elijah (Malia); parents, John and Mary Leck of Washington, KS; siblings, Jessica Leck, Justin (Emily) Leck, and Johnny (Michelle) Leck; and a niece, aunts, uncles, and cousins.&nbsp;The family will receive friends&nbsp;from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The memorial service will be held&nbsp;at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 15, at Monitor Community Church of the Brethren,&nbsp;1098 6th Avenue, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp; To view a live-stream broadcast of the service,&nbsp;please visit the link at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;

Joshua Ryan Leck

Tammy Jo Main, 57, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, February 11th, 2025.Tammy was born in Salina, Kansas on August 23, 1967, to Barbara Green Main and Larry Main.Tammy worked at Central High School as the head cook for most of her life. She took pride in taking care of the kids. It would have been her 30th year there on her birthday.In her free time, she loved to fish, and rescue animals.Survivors include her husband, James Quade; son, Brandon Main; and sister, Rhonda Shannon (Darrel).She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her parents; grandparents, Charles and Ethel "Honey" Green, Frankie and Edna Main; and brother, Randy Main.A visitation will be&nbsp;from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Sunday, February 16th&nbsp;at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.The funeral service will be held&nbsp;at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 17th&nbsp;at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery.The family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or ASPCA in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.To send online condolences to the family, visit the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>, or on the Facebook page.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Tammy Jo Main, 57, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, February 11th, 2025.Tammy was born in Salina, Kansas on August 23, 1967, to Barbara Green Main and Larry Main.Tammy worked at Central High School as the head cook for most of her life. She took pride in taking care of the kids. It would have been her 30th year there on her birthday.In her free time, she loved to fish, and rescue animals.Survivors include her husband, James Quade; son, Brandon Main; and sister, Rhonda Shannon (Darrel).She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her parents; grandparents, Charles and Ethel "Honey" Green, Frankie and Edna Main; and brother, Randy Main.A visitation will be&nbsp;from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Sunday, February 16th&nbsp;at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.The funeral service will be held&nbsp;at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 17th&nbsp;at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery.The family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or ASPCA in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.To send online condolences to the family, visit the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>, or on the Facebook page.&nbsp;

Tammy Jo Main

David Allen Ditto, 81, of Abilene, Kansas died Sunday, February 9, 2025 at his home&nbsp;surrounded by&nbsp;his&nbsp;family. He was born on November 7, 1943 in Salina, Kansas to John (Jack) and Olive (Forsythe) Ditto. On August 5, 1962 he married Janice Prater. Together they had three children, Chandra, David&nbsp;Jr.&nbsp;and Troy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, John Ditto, sister, Shirley Acklin and infant son David Ditto Jr.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Janice; daughter Chandra (Hank) Steckman and son Troy (Darci) Ditto; 4 grandchildren, Drew Miley, Courtney (Brett) Cross, Brody Ditto, Reece Ditto; and&nbsp;six&nbsp;great grandchildren, David Miley, Dannie&nbsp;Mae Miley, Gracie&nbsp;Case, Derek Miley, Eli Case and Mack Cross.&nbsp;

Dave spent most of his working career as a welder/machinist working for Exline Inc. and then Turbine Specialties&nbsp;where he retired&nbsp;in 1998. Dave and Janice,&nbsp;together,&nbsp;owned and operated Ditto Kennels in Abilene, Kansas where they raised and trained racing greyhounds for themselves, as well as many customers from all over the world.

Dave had a love for all things “animal.” He raised and cared for about every animal you could imagine in his lifetime. Dogs, pigeons, and horses took up most of his time, but horses were truly his passion. He raised&nbsp;Quarter&nbsp;Horses, and together with his wife, operated as D&amp;J Quarter Horse Ranch for over thirty years. They raised, trained, and showed horses all over the United States.&nbsp;

Dave was the President of the Eastern Kansas Horseman Association for many&nbsp;years, and served as a Horse Show judge for many&nbsp;area&nbsp;shows and fairs.&nbsp;

Dave’s hobbies included raising show pigeons, racing pigeons, and raising and training hunting dogs. He spent many nights “coon hunting” and many days “coyote hunting” with family and friends.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held&nbsp;Thursday, February 13th,&nbsp;2025&nbsp;from 4:00-8:00 pm&nbsp;at Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp;The family will be receiving guests from 4:00-6:00 pm.&nbsp;The funeral service will be held&nbsp;Friday, February 14th, 2025 at 10:00&nbsp;am at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas. Weather permitting,&nbsp;burial&nbsp;will follow&nbsp;at&nbsp;Roselawn&nbsp;Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.&nbsp;

Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>David Allen Ditto, 81, of Abilene, Kansas died Sunday, February 9, 2025 at his home&nbsp;surrounded by&nbsp;his&nbsp;family. He was born on November 7, 1943 in Salina, Kansas to John (Jack) and Olive (Forsythe) Ditto. On August 5, 1962 he married Janice Prater. Together they had three children, Chandra, David&nbsp;Jr.&nbsp;and Troy.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, John Ditto, sister, Shirley Acklin and infant son David Ditto Jr.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Janice; daughter Chandra (Hank) Steckman and son Troy (Darci) Ditto; 4 grandchildren, Drew Miley, Courtney (Brett) Cross, Brody Ditto, Reece Ditto; and&nbsp;six&nbsp;great grandchildren, David Miley, Dannie&nbsp;Mae Miley, Gracie&nbsp;Case, Derek Miley, Eli Case and Mack Cross.&nbsp;Dave spent most of his working career as a welder/machinist working for Exline Inc. and then Turbine Specialties&nbsp;where he retired&nbsp;in 1998. Dave and Janice,&nbsp;together,&nbsp;owned and operated Ditto Kennels in Abilene, Kansas where they raised and trained racing greyhounds for themselves, as well as many customers from all over the world.Dave had a love for all things “animal.” He raised and cared for about every animal you could imagine in his lifetime. Dogs, pigeons, and horses took up most of his time, but horses were truly his passion. He raised&nbsp;Quarter&nbsp;Horses, and together with his wife, operated as D&amp;J Quarter Horse Ranch for over thirty years. They raised, trained, and showed horses all over the United States.&nbsp;Dave was the President of the Eastern Kansas Horseman Association for many&nbsp;years, and served as a Horse Show judge for many&nbsp;area&nbsp;shows and fairs.&nbsp;Dave’s hobbies included raising show pigeons, racing pigeons, and raising and training hunting dogs. He spent many nights “coon hunting” and many days “coyote hunting” with family and friends.&nbsp;Visitation will be held&nbsp;Thursday, February 13th,&nbsp;2025&nbsp;from 4:00-8:00 pm&nbsp;at Ryan Mortuary.&nbsp;The family will be receiving guests from 4:00-6:00 pm.&nbsp;The funeral service will be held&nbsp;Friday, February 14th, 2025 at 10:00&nbsp;am at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas. Weather permitting,&nbsp;burial&nbsp;will follow&nbsp;at&nbsp;Roselawn&nbsp;Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.&nbsp;Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is in charge of arrangements.

David Allen Ditto

Martha Ann "Marty" Ashenfelter, a beloved longtime resident of Salina, Kansas, passed away on January 23, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on April 23, 1925, in Salina, she was the daughter of Ferdinand and Victoria (Gehr) Kubitschek and the youngest of three children.

Martha graduated from Washington High School in 1943 and married Russel L. Ashenfelter on October 27, 1949, at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina. Russel, originally from Linville, Virginia, was stationed at Schilling Air Force Base in Salina. Martha dedicated 12 years to working in the Stiefel’s Department Store office. When the Stiefel family sold the business to Klines Department Store in 1974, she continued her service for another 20 years until Kline’s closure in 1994. She also worked part-time at Warden’s Ready to Wear office until April 1994.

Martha was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Cathedral of Salina and, previously, the Kansas Native Daughters. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, crocheting, crafts, gardening, solving word find puzzles, TV game shows and news, reading newspapers and magazines, and writing letters to family and friends. She had a lifelong passion for watching baseball, rooting for her favorite teams, the Royals and Cubs, and enjoyed K-State basketball and football. &nbsp;Above all, she cherished spending time with her two grandsons and watching them grow.

Martha was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Russel Ashenfelter, who died November 22, 1969, her brother and sister-in-law, Raphael and Leilla Kubitschek, her sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Delmar Samsel, and her brother-in-law, Bob Branner.&nbsp;

She is survived by her loving daughter, Becky, and husband, Melvin Augustine, of Salina; two grandsons, Andrew Augustine and wife, Jackie, of Topeka, KS, Adam Augustine and wife, Lisa, of&nbsp; Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and two great grandchildren, Logan and Aubree Augustine, both of Bartlesville; sisters-in-law, Joan “Kay” Coffman and husband, John, and Jean “Fay” Branner, both of Timberville,Virginia; nieces, Vicki LaHay and husband, David, of Springfield, Missouri; Kay Williams and husband, Ron, of&nbsp; Bluffton, South Carolina; Kathy Fitzpatrick and husband, Bob, of Overland Park, Kansas, Michele Minnick and husband, Richard, of Harrisonburg, Virginia; Joni Biller and husband, Tony, of Timberville, Virginia; and Beth Branner-Gore and husband, Will, of Charlottesville, Virginia; nephews, Tom Samsel and wife, Joyce, of Springfield, Missouri; Dr. Kenneth Kubitschek and wife, Janice, of Asheville, North Carolina; as well as great-nieces and nephews and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Salina Presbyterian Manor, 2601 E. Crawford, with Chaplain Dave Parker officiating. A luncheon will follow at Presbyterian Manor, with burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

Memorials in memory of Marty can be made to the Salina Presbyterian Manor Employee Christmas Fund, the SPM Good Samaritan Fund, or the Audubon of Kansas (Dr. Jackie Augustine, Executive Director).

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 </figure>Martha Ann "Marty" Ashenfelter, a beloved longtime resident of Salina, Kansas, passed away on January 23, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on April 23, 1925, in Salina, she was the daughter of Ferdinand and Victoria (Gehr) Kubitschek and the youngest of three children.Martha graduated from Washington High School in 1943 and married Russel L. Ashenfelter on October 27, 1949, at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina. Russel, originally from Linville, Virginia, was stationed at Schilling Air Force Base in Salina. Martha dedicated 12 years to working in the Stiefel’s Department Store office. When the Stiefel family sold the business to Klines Department Store in 1974, she continued her service for another 20 years until Kline’s closure in 1994. She also worked part-time at Warden’s Ready to Wear office until April 1994.Martha was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Cathedral of Salina and, previously, the Kansas Native Daughters. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, crocheting, crafts, gardening, solving word find puzzles, TV game shows and news, reading newspapers and magazines, and writing letters to family and friends. She had a lifelong passion for watching baseball, rooting for her favorite teams, the Royals and Cubs, and enjoyed K-State basketball and football. &nbsp;Above all, she cherished spending time with her two grandsons and watching them grow.Martha was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Russel Ashenfelter, who died November 22, 1969, her brother and sister-in-law, Raphael and Leilla Kubitschek, her sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Delmar Samsel, and her brother-in-law, Bob Branner.&nbsp;She is survived by her loving daughter, Becky, and husband, Melvin Augustine, of Salina; two grandsons, Andrew Augustine and wife, Jackie, of Topeka, KS, Adam Augustine and wife, Lisa, of&nbsp; Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and two great grandchildren, Logan and Aubree Augustine, both of Bartlesville; sisters-in-law, Joan “Kay” Coffman and husband, John, and Jean “Fay” Branner, both of Timberville,Virginia; nieces, Vicki LaHay and husband, David, of Springfield, Missouri; Kay Williams and husband, Ron, of&nbsp; Bluffton, South Carolina; Kathy Fitzpatrick and husband, Bob, of Overland Park, Kansas, Michele Minnick and husband, Richard, of Harrisonburg, Virginia; Joni Biller and husband, Tony, of Timberville, Virginia; and Beth Branner-Gore and husband, Will, of Charlottesville, Virginia; nephews, Tom Samsel and wife, Joyce, of Springfield, Missouri; Dr. Kenneth Kubitschek and wife, Janice, of Asheville, North Carolina; as well as great-nieces and nephews and friends.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Salina Presbyterian Manor, 2601 E. Crawford, with Chaplain Dave Parker officiating. A luncheon will follow at Presbyterian Manor, with burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Salina.Memorials in memory of Marty can be made to the Salina Presbyterian Manor Employee Christmas Fund, the SPM Good Samaritan Fund, or the Audubon of Kansas (Dr. Jackie Augustine, Executive Director).

Martha Ann "Marty" Ashenfelter

Robert William Mermis, age 99, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years Violet Mermis on August 17, 2024. &nbsp;

Robert was born on October 28, 1925, in Walker, Kansas to John A. Mermis and Anna Kisner Mermis. He was a resident of Salina since 1954, having previously lived in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; Robert served honorably in the Army Air Corps as a Sergeant from December 1943 to May 1946.

Robert married Violet C. Klaus on June 18, 1952, in Severin, Kansas. He worked as a Sales Engineer at Frisbie Construction Co. in Gypsum, Kansas, for 26 years before retiring in 1992. His career also included employment at Simpson Evans &amp; Laybourn Grain Company.

He was an active member of the community, participating in organizations such as the Knights of Columbus, VFW, Municipal Senior Golf Association, and the Meals on Wheels program. Robert was a devoted member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Robert is survived by sons, Michael Mermis of Watauga, Texas, and Greg Mermis of Kansas City, Missouri; daughters, Patricia Bluhm of Austin, Texas, and Marjorie Horton of Derby, Kansas; brothers, John Mermis of Saratoga, California; sisters, Remigia Quint of Grand Junction, Colorado, and Joan Von Feldt of Victoria, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his brother Clarence Mermis and sisters Irene Berens and Celesta Von Feldt.&nbsp; Robert was a proud grandfather to six grandchildren: Becky Quigley of Great Bend, Kansas, Chris Vroom of Decatur, Texas, Katie Horton of Wichita, Kansas, Beth Horton of Wichita, Kansas, Elke Mermis of Evergreen, Colorado, and Shae Mermis of Brooklyn, New York.

A Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church on February 15 at 10:00 am, followed by interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Section #14. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Building Fund.

Robert will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

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 </figure>Robert William Mermis, age 99, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years Violet Mermis on August 17, 2024. &nbsp;Robert was born on October 28, 1925, in Walker, Kansas to John A. Mermis and Anna Kisner Mermis. He was a resident of Salina since 1954, having previously lived in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; Robert served honorably in the Army Air Corps as a Sergeant from December 1943 to May 1946.Robert married Violet C. Klaus on June 18, 1952, in Severin, Kansas. He worked as a Sales Engineer at Frisbie Construction Co. in Gypsum, Kansas, for 26 years before retiring in 1992. His career also included employment at Simpson Evans &amp; Laybourn Grain Company.He was an active member of the community, participating in organizations such as the Knights of Columbus, VFW, Municipal Senior Golf Association, and the Meals on Wheels program. Robert was a devoted member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.Robert is survived by sons, Michael Mermis of Watauga, Texas, and Greg Mermis of Kansas City, Missouri; daughters, Patricia Bluhm of Austin, Texas, and Marjorie Horton of Derby, Kansas; brothers, John Mermis of Saratoga, California; sisters, Remigia Quint of Grand Junction, Colorado, and Joan Von Feldt of Victoria, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his brother Clarence Mermis and sisters Irene Berens and Celesta Von Feldt.&nbsp; Robert was a proud grandfather to six grandchildren: Becky Quigley of Great Bend, Kansas, Chris Vroom of Decatur, Texas, Katie Horton of Wichita, Kansas, Beth Horton of Wichita, Kansas, Elke Mermis of Evergreen, Colorado, and Shae Mermis of Brooklyn, New York.A Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church on February 15 at 10:00 am, followed by interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Section #14. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Building Fund.Robert will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

Robert William Mermis

Donald “Don” Dean, age 76, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Belleville Healthcare and Rehab, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on November 28, 1948 in Olney, IL to Robert Henry &amp; Eva A. (Mahan) Dean, Sr..

He graduated from Marion Harding High School in Marion, Ohio in 1966.&nbsp;&nbsp;He received a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Rolla in 1972.&nbsp;

He married Carol Sue Frye on December 26, 1971 at the Red Brush Christian Church in Louisville, IL. She passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025. He and Sue moved to Kansas in 1972 and lived in Garnett, KS and Chanute, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Don moved to Concordia in 1998 and Sue later joined him in 2004 after their son, Justin finished high school and community college.&nbsp;&nbsp;Don worked as a civil engineer for the State of Kansas and later Campbell &amp; Johnson when he came to Concordia.&nbsp;

He was a member of The Baptist Church, Concordia and later joined the First Christian Church, Concordia to attend church with his granddaughters. He was also a member of the Optimist Club, Boy Scouts of America, AWANAS, and The Cloud County Community Suppers.&nbsp;

Don is survived by his daughter, Kristin Sue Halfhide of Concordia, KS; daughter in law, Angela Decoster, Chanute, KS; grandchildren, Zachary Dean (Kayla), Mikaela Dean (Shane), Kaylee Halfhide and Aivree Halfhide; great grandchildren, Weston Dean and Adrian Halfhide-Sterling; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his sons, Travis Judd Dean &amp; Justin Dean; his parents; brother, Robert H. Dean, Jr., sisters, Carolyn Perkins, Gloria Dean &amp; Phyllis Gross.&nbsp;

It was Don’s wishes to be cremated and a joint memorial service for Sue and Don will be held&nbsp;at 11:00 am, Friday, February 21, 2025&nbsp;at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia with Pastor Al Paredes officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may sign the register book&nbsp;from 9 am to 5 pm on Thursday, February 20, 2025&nbsp;at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;The burial of the cremated remains will be at a later time at the Neosho County Memorial Park Cemetery, Chanute, KS.&nbsp;

The family suggests memorial contributions to Carol Sue &amp; Donald Dean Memorial Fund to assist with funeral and medical expenses in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home,&nbsp;PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences or memorial contributions please visit,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

Carol Sue Dean, age 75, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Belleville Healthcare and Rehab, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on January 16, 1950, in Flora, IL, to Gerald “Jud” and Betty L. (Dawkins) Frye.

She graduated from Louisville High School in Louisville, IL, in 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp;She received her undergraduate degree from Eastern Illinois University in mathematics and a minor in library science.&nbsp;&nbsp;She later received her master’s degree from Pittsburg State University.

She married Donald N. Dean on December 26, 1971, at the Red Brush Christian Church in Louisville, IL. He preceded her in death on January 30, 2025.&nbsp;She and Don lived in Garnett, KS and Chanute, KS, prior to them moving to Concordia, KS, in 2004.&nbsp;&nbsp;She worked as a librarian for USD 333 until her retirement.

She was a member of the AAUW in Garnett and Chanute, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her passion was going to her children’s and grandchildren’s ball games and events.

Sue is survived by her daughter, Kristin Sue Halfhide of Concordia, KS; siblings, Jim Frye (Joyce), Apopka, FL, Scott Frye (Kim) Ocala, FL, Cathy Clark (Bud), The Villages, FL, and Nancy Kessler (Alan), IL; daughter-in-law, Angela Decoster, Chanute, KS; grandchildren, Zachary Dean (Kayla), Mikaela Dean (Shane), Kaylee Halfhide and Aivree Halfhide; great-grandchildren, Weston Dean and Adrian Halfhide-Sterling; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald, sons, Travis Judd Dean &amp; Justin Dean and her parents.

It was Sue’s wishes to be cremated and a joint memorial service for Sue and Don will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 21, 2025, at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, with Pastor Al Paredes officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may sign the register book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;The burial of the cremated remains will be at a later time at the Neosho County Memorial Park Cemetery, Chanute, KS.

The family suggests memorial contributions to Carol Sue &amp; Donald Dean Memorial Fund to assist with funeral and medical expenses in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences or memorial contributions please visit,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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 </figure>Donald “Don” Dean, age 76, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Belleville Healthcare and Rehab, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on November 28, 1948 in Olney, IL to Robert Henry &amp; Eva A. (Mahan) Dean, Sr..He graduated from Marion Harding High School in Marion, Ohio in 1966.&nbsp;&nbsp;He received a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Rolla in 1972.&nbsp;He married Carol Sue Frye on December 26, 1971 at the Red Brush Christian Church in Louisville, IL. She passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025. He and Sue moved to Kansas in 1972 and lived in Garnett, KS and Chanute, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Don moved to Concordia in 1998 and Sue later joined him in 2004 after their son, Justin finished high school and community college.&nbsp;&nbsp;Don worked as a civil engineer for the State of Kansas and later Campbell &amp; Johnson when he came to Concordia.&nbsp;He was a member of The Baptist Church, Concordia and later joined the First Christian Church, Concordia to attend church with his granddaughters. He was also a member of the Optimist Club, Boy Scouts of America, AWANAS, and The Cloud County Community Suppers.&nbsp;Don is survived by his daughter, Kristin Sue Halfhide of Concordia, KS; daughter in law, Angela Decoster, Chanute, KS; grandchildren, Zachary Dean (Kayla), Mikaela Dean (Shane), Kaylee Halfhide and Aivree Halfhide; great grandchildren, Weston Dean and Adrian Halfhide-Sterling; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his sons, Travis Judd Dean &amp; Justin Dean; his parents; brother, Robert H. Dean, Jr., sisters, Carolyn Perkins, Gloria Dean &amp; Phyllis Gross.&nbsp;It was Don’s wishes to be cremated and a joint memorial service for Sue and Don will be held&nbsp;at 11:00 am, Friday, February 21, 2025&nbsp;at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia with Pastor Al Paredes officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may sign the register book&nbsp;from 9 am to 5 pm on Thursday, February 20, 2025&nbsp;at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;The burial of the cremated remains will be at a later time at the Neosho County Memorial Park Cemetery, Chanute, KS.&nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to Carol Sue &amp; Donald Dean Memorial Fund to assist with funeral and medical expenses in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home,&nbsp;PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences or memorial contributions please visit,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.Carol Sue Dean, age 75, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Belleville Healthcare and Rehab, Belleville, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on January 16, 1950, in Flora, IL, to Gerald “Jud” and Betty L. (Dawkins) Frye.She graduated from Louisville High School in Louisville, IL, in 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp;She received her undergraduate degree from Eastern Illinois University in mathematics and a minor in library science.&nbsp;&nbsp;She later received her master’s degree from Pittsburg State University.She married Donald N. Dean on December 26, 1971, at the Red Brush Christian Church in Louisville, IL. He preceded her in death on January 30, 2025.&nbsp;She and Don lived in Garnett, KS and Chanute, KS, prior to them moving to Concordia, KS, in 2004.&nbsp;&nbsp;She worked as a librarian for USD 333 until her retirement.She was a member of the AAUW in Garnett and Chanute, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her passion was going to her children’s and grandchildren’s ball games and events.Sue is survived by her daughter, Kristin Sue Halfhide of Concordia, KS; siblings, Jim Frye (Joyce), Apopka, FL, Scott Frye (Kim) Ocala, FL, Cathy Clark (Bud), The Villages, FL, and Nancy Kessler (Alan), IL; daughter-in-law, Angela Decoster, Chanute, KS; grandchildren, Zachary Dean (Kayla), Mikaela Dean (Shane), Kaylee Halfhide and Aivree Halfhide; great-grandchildren, Weston Dean and Adrian Halfhide-Sterling; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald, sons, Travis Judd Dean &amp; Justin Dean and her parents.It was Sue’s wishes to be cremated and a joint memorial service for Sue and Don will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 21, 2025, at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, with Pastor Al Paredes officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may sign the register book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;The burial of the cremated remains will be at a later time at the Neosho County Memorial Park Cemetery, Chanute, KS.The family suggests memorial contributions to Carol Sue &amp; Donald Dean Memorial Fund to assist with funeral and medical expenses in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences or memorial contributions please visit,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

Don and Carol Dean

Mary Della Basel, 68, of Abilene, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 5th, 2025.Mary was born in Torrance, California on June 21st, 1956, to Jacqueline Yvonne Bowen and Herbert Leon Todd.Mary and her husband, Gary Basel, were married March 6th, 2009.In her free time, she loved to fish, gamble, watch the Chiefs, play her guitar, and sing.&nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Gary; sons, Justin Jerome (Dyan), Michael Gray (Christine); daughter, Melissa Jerome; step son, Brandon Basel (Idalou); uncle, John Bowen (Michelle); brothers, Butch Fish (Yvonne), Brian Fish (Terri); sisters, Geri Sue Cochran (John), Edie Olson (Jason), Carolyn Wagner; brothers, Don Basel (Cindy), Larry Basel (Nancy); and father-in-law; George Basel.She is also survived by numerous other family members.Mary is preceded in death by parents; infant brother, Michael Todd; and brother, Randy Todd.Cremation has been chosen and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Tammy Walker Cancer Center in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.To send online condolences to the family, visit the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>, or on the Facebook page.&nbsp;

Mary Della Basel, 68, of Abilene, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 5th, 2025.Mary was born in Torrance, California on June 21st, 1956, to Jacqueline Yvonne Bowen and Herbert Leon Todd.Mary and her husband, Gary Basel, were married March 6th, 2009.In her free time, she loved to fish, gamble, watch the Chiefs, play her guitar, and sing.&nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Gary; sons, Justin Jerome (Dyan), Michael Gray (Christine); daughter, Melissa Jerome; step son, Brandon Basel (Idalou); uncle, John Bowen (Michelle); brothers, Butch Fish (Yvonne), Brian Fish (Terri); sisters, Geri Sue Cochran (John), Edie Olson (Jason), Carolyn Wagner; brothers, Don Basel (Cindy), Larry Basel (Nancy); and father-in-law; George Basel.She is also survived by numerous other family members.Mary is preceded in death by parents; infant brother, Michael Todd; and brother, Randy Todd.Cremation has been chosen and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Tammy Walker Cancer Center in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.To send online condolences to the family, visit the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>, or on the Facebook page.&nbsp;

Mary Della Basel

Alice Lorene Beans, 83, Minneapolis, died Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Ottawa County Health Center, Minneapolis. She was born March 21, 1941, in Fairbury, NE, to James Lyle and Lorena (Haskin) Beedle.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Alice and Yarrell Beans were united in marriage on January 8, 1960. She was a homemaker.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Silvia Loomis; and brothers, Chester, Delmas, Lester, and Kenneth.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors are her husband of 65 years, Yarrell; children, Gene Beans and his wife, Ludimar, Tina Kline and husband, Al, Jerry Beans, Aaron Beans and wife, Kathy, Erwin Beans and wife, Jinju, Rena Mick and husband, Jerry, and Ivan Beans and wife, Kira; son-in-law, Brice Loomis; 13 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorial services for Alice will be held at a later date. Cards and condolences may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Alice Lorene Beans, 83, Minneapolis, died Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Ottawa County Health Center, Minneapolis. She was born March 21, 1941, in Fairbury, NE, to James Lyle and Lorena (Haskin) Beedle.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Alice and Yarrell Beans were united in marriage on January 8, 1960. She was a homemaker.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Silvia Loomis; and brothers, Chester, Delmas, Lester, and Kenneth.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors are her husband of 65 years, Yarrell; children, Gene Beans and his wife, Ludimar, Tina Kline and husband, Al, Jerry Beans, Aaron Beans and wife, Kathy, Erwin Beans and wife, Jinju, Rena Mick and husband, Jerry, and Ivan Beans and wife, Kira; son-in-law, Brice Loomis; 13 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorial services for Alice will be held at a later date. Cards and condolences may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Alice Beans

Robert “Bob” Eugene Williams,&nbsp;76,&nbsp;of Stockton, Kansas, passed away on February 3, 2025, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;He was born on July 17, 1948, to Karl and Quetona (Bird) Williams in Stockton, where he lived his entire life.&nbsp;

Bob married the love of his life, Nancy Atwill,&nbsp;on April 3, 1976,&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Assembly of God Church in Stockton. Their wedding was officiated by&nbsp;Nancy’s&nbsp;grandfather. Together, they raised two daughters,&nbsp;Brandy and Jessica.

Bob graduated from Stockton High School in 1966&nbsp;and&nbsp;briefly&nbsp;attended&nbsp;college&nbsp;before&nbsp;enlisting&nbsp;in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he proudly&nbsp;served&nbsp;in Vietnam. Following his military service,&nbsp;Bob&nbsp;spent time in Denver where he&nbsp;attended&nbsp;school to&nbsp;become a skilled&nbsp;meat&nbsp;cutter. He then&nbsp;pursued a lifelong career as a rural mail carrier, retiring after many years of dedicated service.&nbsp;

Alongside his professional work, Bob spent much of his life on his farm, raising cattle and hunting with his beloved bird dogs. He had a great love for nature, wildlife, and was known for his passion for training hunting dogs.&nbsp;Family gatherings were filled with laughter, and Bob could always be found either first or second in line for meals, often joining the kids' table during Christmas celebrations.

A true Kansas sports fan, Bob proudly supported the Kansas City Royals and the University of Kansas Jayhawks. He was a man of deep roots, having spent his life in the Stockton community, and his legacy of hard work, love for his family, and loyalty to his friends will always be remembered.

Bob is survived by his wife, Nancy of the home in Stockton; daughters, Brandy Williams of Denver, CO and Jessica (Steven II) Pinkerton of Kansas City, MO; brothers, Richard (Barbara) Williams of Stockton and Ronald (Jonita) Williams of Stockton; two grandchildren, Steven III and Olivia Pinkerton; and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and&nbsp;nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Quetona; and his sister, Rhonda Kollman&nbsp;and husband Gary.

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 11AM at the funeral home in Stockton. There will be no public visitation.

Memorials contributions are suggested to Stockton EMS and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67663.&nbsp;

Online condolences may be left for the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com/">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>

Bob’s family is grateful for the support shown during this difficult time and for the love that continues to surround them.

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 </figure>Robert “Bob” Eugene Williams,&nbsp;76,&nbsp;of Stockton, Kansas, passed away on February 3, 2025, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;He was born on July 17, 1948, to Karl and Quetona (Bird) Williams in Stockton, where he lived his entire life.&nbsp;Bob married the love of his life, Nancy Atwill,&nbsp;on April 3, 1976,&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Assembly of God Church in Stockton. Their wedding was officiated by&nbsp;Nancy’s&nbsp;grandfather. Together, they raised two daughters,&nbsp;Brandy and Jessica.Bob graduated from Stockton High School in 1966&nbsp;and&nbsp;briefly&nbsp;attended&nbsp;college&nbsp;before&nbsp;enlisting&nbsp;in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he proudly&nbsp;served&nbsp;in Vietnam. Following his military service,&nbsp;Bob&nbsp;spent time in Denver where he&nbsp;attended&nbsp;school to&nbsp;become a skilled&nbsp;meat&nbsp;cutter. He then&nbsp;pursued a lifelong career as a rural mail carrier, retiring after many years of dedicated service.&nbsp;Alongside his professional work, Bob spent much of his life on his farm, raising cattle and hunting with his beloved bird dogs. He had a great love for nature, wildlife, and was known for his passion for training hunting dogs.&nbsp;Family gatherings were filled with laughter, and Bob could always be found either first or second in line for meals, often joining the kids' table during Christmas celebrations.A true Kansas sports fan, Bob proudly supported the Kansas City Royals and the University of Kansas Jayhawks. He was a man of deep roots, having spent his life in the Stockton community, and his legacy of hard work, love for his family, and loyalty to his friends will always be remembered.Bob is survived by his wife, Nancy of the home in Stockton; daughters, Brandy Williams of Denver, CO and Jessica (Steven II) Pinkerton of Kansas City, MO; brothers, Richard (Barbara) Williams of Stockton and Ronald (Jonita) Williams of Stockton; two grandchildren, Steven III and Olivia Pinkerton; and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and&nbsp;nephews.He is preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Quetona; and his sister, Rhonda Kollman&nbsp;and husband Gary.A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 11AM at the funeral home in Stockton. There will be no public visitation.Memorials contributions are suggested to Stockton EMS and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67663.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left for the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com/">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>Bob’s family is grateful for the support shown during this difficult time and for the love that continues to surround them.

Robert “Bob” Eugene Williams

Aleda Jane Penn, 100, passed away on February 02, 2025 at Riverview Estates in Marquette, KS. Aleda was born on April 2, 1924 in Salina, KS to the late Emil and Lydia (Peterson) Carlson. She was the widow of Philip Penn Sr., who passed away in 1979.

Aleda was an Assaria High School graduate and she attended Brown Mackie Business School. She also completed a program to receive a nursing certificate. During World War II, while her husband Philip was in the Air Force, Aleda did housework, washed windows, and worked at Bethany Home. She also did office work for Camp Phillips POW camp. She was active at church and in her family life, as well. Aleda was a member of Assaria Lutheran Church and WELCA. She was also a Boy Scout Room Mother and enjoyed all the time she spent with many church and family activities.

Aleda is survived her son: Philip Penn , Jr. (Kim) of Arizona; grandchildren: Amanda Penn, Travis Penn, Brett Siemsen, and Briana Zinni; great-grandchildren: Aahliya Penn, Arryona Penn, Paityn Beagle, Carson Zinni, and Beau Zinni; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Philip Penn Sr.; brothers: Delton and Levoy Carlson; and daughter-in-law: Vicky Penn.

A funeral service will be held Friday, February 7, 2025, 10:30 AM at Assaria Lutheran Church in Assaria, KS, with Pastor Jim Strasen officiating. Burial will follow at Assaria Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Assaria Lutheran Church. Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 North Washington St. Lindsborg, KS 67456.

For more information, or to leave condolences online please visit www.crick-christiansfuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Aleda Jane Penn, 100, passed away on February 02, 2025 at Riverview Estates in Marquette, KS. Aleda was born on April 2, 1924 in Salina, KS to the late Emil and Lydia (Peterson) Carlson. She was the widow of Philip Penn Sr., who passed away in 1979.Aleda was an Assaria High School graduate and she attended Brown Mackie Business School. She also completed a program to receive a nursing certificate. During World War II, while her husband Philip was in the Air Force, Aleda did housework, washed windows, and worked at Bethany Home. She also did office work for Camp Phillips POW camp. She was active at church and in her family life, as well. Aleda was a member of Assaria Lutheran Church and WELCA. She was also a Boy Scout Room Mother and enjoyed all the time she spent with many church and family activities.Aleda is survived her son: Philip Penn , Jr. (Kim) of Arizona; grandchildren: Amanda Penn, Travis Penn, Brett Siemsen, and Briana Zinni; great-grandchildren: Aahliya Penn, Arryona Penn, Paityn Beagle, Carson Zinni, and Beau Zinni; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Philip Penn Sr.; brothers: Delton and Levoy Carlson; and daughter-in-law: Vicky Penn.A funeral service will be held Friday, February 7, 2025, 10:30 AM at Assaria Lutheran Church in Assaria, KS, with Pastor Jim Strasen officiating. Burial will follow at Assaria Lutheran Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Assaria Lutheran Church. Memorials may be sent in care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 North Washington St. Lindsborg, KS 67456.For more information, or to leave condolences online please visit www.crick-christiansfuneralhome.com

Aleda Jane Penn, 100

Gary Lee Sutton, Culver, died Wednesday, February 5, 2025. He was born on the family farm near Bennington on September 14, 1938, to Wayne and Leota (Zuker) Sutton.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary graduated from Chapman High School in 1956. He and his family moved to Culver in 1958.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He married Elouise M. Miller on October 28, 1961. To this union, their daughter, Anita Lynn was born December 8, 1965. She resides in Lindsborg.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary worked for the Motor Service Company in Salina from 1961-1984. From 1984 until his retirement in August of 2008, he was the route salesman for Long McArthur Ford in Salina. He joined the Kansas Army National Guard in 1960 and after 23 years he retired after a jeep accident.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leland, Keith, and Ronnie; sister, Audrie; and sister-in-law, Bonnie.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors are his wife, Elouise; daughter, Anita Sutton; brother, Dean; and a host of nieces and nephews.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary was cremated and a private burial will be in Culver Union Cemetery with Pastor DeMerle Eckart officiating. Memorials may be made to the Rolling Hills Zoo and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Gary Lee Sutton, Culver, died Wednesday, February 5, 2025. He was born on the family farm near Bennington on September 14, 1938, to Wayne and Leota (Zuker) Sutton.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary graduated from Chapman High School in 1956. He and his family moved to Culver in 1958.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He married Elouise M. Miller on October 28, 1961. To this union, their daughter, Anita Lynn was born December 8, 1965. She resides in Lindsborg.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary worked for the Motor Service Company in Salina from 1961-1984. From 1984 until his retirement in August of 2008, he was the route salesman for Long McArthur Ford in Salina. He joined the Kansas Army National Guard in 1960 and after 23 years he retired after a jeep accident.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leland, Keith, and Ronnie; sister, Audrie; and sister-in-law, Bonnie.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors are his wife, Elouise; daughter, Anita Sutton; brother, Dean; and a host of nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary was cremated and a private burial will be in Culver Union Cemetery with Pastor DeMerle Eckart officiating. Memorials may be made to the Rolling Hills Zoo and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home,&nbsp;P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Gary Lee Sutton, Culver

Mark Allen Kohman, 47, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Friday, January 31st, 2025.

Mark was born in Salina, Kansas on March 18, 1977, to Joleen (Farless) and John Kohman.

Mark graduated from Salina South High School in 1995, where he was active in drama. He enjoyed all the behind the scene aspects like lighting, sound, and set design. Mark worked at a variety of jobs over the years. The most recent and longest was a Schwan’s Pizza Plant in Salina.

Mark loved his niece, Penelope, very much and always said yes to playing all the board games whenever he came over. They both shared a love of Anime. Mark's lifelong dream was to visit Japan. He was even learning Japanese.

Survivors include his parents John and Joleen Kohman; sister, Angela Nieves (Hiram); niece, Penelope Nieves; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins.

He is preceded in death by infant niece, Isabela Nieves.

A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, February 7th at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home in Salina, Kansas.

Burial will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery in Salina, Kansas.

Though you had to let go of this world to find peace, we hold on to your memory in our hearts, so you will live forever.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Central Kansas Mental Health Center in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.

To send flowers to the family of Mark, please<a href="https://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=35226287&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.271114705.1735317395:GS1.1.1737987101.8.1.1737987133.28.0.0&amp;tcouuid=02efbc85-694a-455f-919c-f784140a794a&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure>Mark Allen Kohman, 47, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Friday, January 31st, 2025.Mark was born in Salina, Kansas on March 18, 1977, to Joleen (Farless) and John Kohman.Mark graduated from Salina South High School in 1995, where he was active in drama. He enjoyed all the behind the scene aspects like lighting, sound, and set design. Mark worked at a variety of jobs over the years. The most recent and longest was a Schwan’s Pizza Plant in Salina.Mark loved his niece, Penelope, very much and always said yes to playing all the board games whenever he came over. They both shared a love of Anime. Mark's lifelong dream was to visit Japan. He was even learning Japanese.Survivors include his parents John and Joleen Kohman; sister, Angela Nieves (Hiram); niece, Penelope Nieves; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins.He is preceded in death by infant niece, Isabela Nieves.A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, February 7th at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home in Salina, Kansas.Burial will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery in Salina, Kansas.Though you had to let go of this world to find peace, we hold on to your memory in our hearts, so you will live forever.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Central Kansas Mental Health Center in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.To send flowers to the family of Mark, please<a href="https://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=35226287&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.271114705.1735317395:GS1.1.1737987101.8.1.1737987133.28.0.0&amp;tcouuid=02efbc85-694a-455f-919c-f784140a794a&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Mark Allen Kohman

Howard Eugene Lamer, age 85, of Salina, KS passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, after a long battle with dementia.

Howard was born in Salina, KS on February 12, 1939, to John and Aileen “Billie” Lamer. At the young age of 7, he started working at his father’s grocery store, Lamer’s Market, located at 709 E North St. Later, the store relocated to 145 N Phillips and Howard took over ownership when his father retired. Lamer’s Market was well known for their charge accounts and grocery delivery and was something that Howard had the utmost pride and joy in, making sure none of his customers ever went hungry. Customers to this day will share fond memories and funny stories they have of Howard and the store. Howard was known for his generosity and giving his customers many different nicknames throughout the years.

While working, Howard met Judy while she was shopping at the store. He offered to cook her dinner that night and the rest is history. Howard and Judy were married on October 7, 1973. During the 1970s, Howard also served as a Deputy for the Saline County Reserve Program. He and Judy continued working together at the store along with their five children until they retired and sold the store in 2002. Lamer’s Market was eventually turned into a house on Phillips St. During retirement, Howard and Judy bought a camper and sold roasted nuts at malls across the Midwest for about 7 years. They enjoyed their travels and meeting new people during that time.

Howard will be remembered for being goofy, cheating during intense games of Spoons at family gatherings, not knowing a stranger, having a pristine yard, instilling a strong work ethic in his children, making sure his loved ones had plenty of flashlights in case of an emergency, and doing anything he could to help those in need. He touched many people’s lives and left behind a true legacy.

Howard is preceded in death by his parents, John, and Aileen “Billie” Lamer; two sisters, Norma Gerry, and Daisy “Darlene” Burke; one brother, John Lamer, who died at birth; and daughter in law, Lori Lamer.

Howard is survived and missed by his loving wife, Judy Lamer, of 51 years; his two beloved dogs, Scarlett and Joey; his children Brad Lamer (Cindy), Brenda Buckley (Francis), Brian Lamer, Renee Nelson, and Toni Taggart (Scott); his eight grandchildren, Tami Keller (Kevin), Brett Lamer (Mallory), Melanie Perez (Chad), Jenny Buckley (fiancé Alex), Kelsi Unruh (Jarek), Casey Prester (Zach), Annie Stein (Cole), and Cooper Taggart; his twelve great grandchildren, Trever and Tysen Keller, Kirstin Adams (Collin) and Trenton Keller, Brecken and Britton Lamer, Mitchell and Reid Perez, Iylah and Wrenlee Unruh, and Baker and Beau Prester; and his one great great granddaughter, Bellemy Adams.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St in Salina, KS, 67401.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Salina Emergency Aid/Food Bank​, The Salina Rescue Mission, or Journey Ventures to help those in need.

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 </figure>Howard Eugene Lamer, age 85, of Salina, KS passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, after a long battle with dementia.Howard was born in Salina, KS on February 12, 1939, to John and Aileen “Billie” Lamer. At the young age of 7, he started working at his father’s grocery store, Lamer’s Market, located at 709 E North St. Later, the store relocated to 145 N Phillips and Howard took over ownership when his father retired. Lamer’s Market was well known for their charge accounts and grocery delivery and was something that Howard had the utmost pride and joy in, making sure none of his customers ever went hungry. Customers to this day will share fond memories and funny stories they have of Howard and the store. Howard was known for his generosity and giving his customers many different nicknames throughout the years.While working, Howard met Judy while she was shopping at the store. He offered to cook her dinner that night and the rest is history. Howard and Judy were married on October 7, 1973. During the 1970s, Howard also served as a Deputy for the Saline County Reserve Program. He and Judy continued working together at the store along with their five children until they retired and sold the store in 2002. Lamer’s Market was eventually turned into a house on Phillips St. During retirement, Howard and Judy bought a camper and sold roasted nuts at malls across the Midwest for about 7 years. They enjoyed their travels and meeting new people during that time.Howard will be remembered for being goofy, cheating during intense games of Spoons at family gatherings, not knowing a stranger, having a pristine yard, instilling a strong work ethic in his children, making sure his loved ones had plenty of flashlights in case of an emergency, and doing anything he could to help those in need. He touched many people’s lives and left behind a true legacy.Howard is preceded in death by his parents, John, and Aileen “Billie” Lamer; two sisters, Norma Gerry, and Daisy “Darlene” Burke; one brother, John Lamer, who died at birth; and daughter in law, Lori Lamer.Howard is survived and missed by his loving wife, Judy Lamer, of 51 years; his two beloved dogs, Scarlett and Joey; his children Brad Lamer (Cindy), Brenda Buckley (Francis), Brian Lamer, Renee Nelson, and Toni Taggart (Scott); his eight grandchildren, Tami Keller (Kevin), Brett Lamer (Mallory), Melanie Perez (Chad), Jenny Buckley (fiancé Alex), Kelsi Unruh (Jarek), Casey Prester (Zach), Annie Stein (Cole), and Cooper Taggart; his twelve great grandchildren, Trever and Tysen Keller, Kirstin Adams (Collin) and Trenton Keller, Brecken and Britton Lamer, Mitchell and Reid Perez, Iylah and Wrenlee Unruh, and Baker and Beau Prester; and his one great great granddaughter, Bellemy Adams.A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St in Salina, KS, 67401.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Salina Emergency Aid/Food Bank​, The Salina Rescue Mission, or Journey Ventures to help those in need.

Howard Eugene Lamer

Anita Marie Kelley, 78, of Salina went home to her Lord on Monday, January 27 2025 at Salina Regional Health Center. She was the eldest child and only daughter born to Wilbur E. and Marjorie Marie Toll in Chicago Illinois.

Anita was a high school mathematics teacher after college in Ottawa, Kansas where she met and married Charles Kelley who preceded her in death in 2011. A brother Alan Toll and his wife Janet also preceded her in death.&nbsp;

Anita was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She tutored high school math students in Salina for over 25 years. First Covenant Church was her church home and family of believers and was active there in a variety of roles.

Anita is survived by her son, Donnie, of Salina; Brothers Nathan Toll and wife Debbie, of Salina, Philip Toll of Valley Falls, and Curtis and wife Kelly, of Fort Scott; 10 nieces and nephews and their spouses and children.

Most importantly, Anita was a child of God who spent her life loving and caring for others and is now at peace with God our father.

A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 8, at First Covenant Church, 2625 E. Magnolia Road, in Salina 67401. Pastor Doug McHenry officiating. Lunch will be served following the service.

&nbsp;lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army in care of the Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina KS. 67401.

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 </figure>Anita Marie Kelley, 78, of Salina went home to her Lord on Monday, January 27 2025 at Salina Regional Health Center. She was the eldest child and only daughter born to Wilbur E. and Marjorie Marie Toll in Chicago Illinois.Anita was a high school mathematics teacher after college in Ottawa, Kansas where she met and married Charles Kelley who preceded her in death in 2011. A brother Alan Toll and his wife Janet also preceded her in death.&nbsp;Anita was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She tutored high school math students in Salina for over 25 years. First Covenant Church was her church home and family of believers and was active there in a variety of roles.Anita is survived by her son, Donnie, of Salina; Brothers Nathan Toll and wife Debbie, of Salina, Philip Toll of Valley Falls, and Curtis and wife Kelly, of Fort Scott; 10 nieces and nephews and their spouses and children.Most importantly, Anita was a child of God who spent her life loving and caring for others and is now at peace with God our father.Hallelujah!A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 8, at First Covenant Church, 2625 E. Magnolia Road, in Salina 67401. Pastor Doug McHenry officiating. Lunch will be served following the service.&nbsp;lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army in care of the Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina KS. 67401.

Anita Marie Kelley

Ian Moye, 34, of Salina, son of Corey (Kristin) Moye, Rhonda (Vince) Vawter-Moye, Dean (Diane) Holzhuter died Friday, January 31, 2025. His legacy will continue on through his sons JT, Easton and Arthur Moye.&nbsp; He will forever be missed by his grandparents, Millie Moye, Ron Vawter and Laurie (Pat) Brady; his siblings, Mariah (Luis) Moye, Vannetta, Vince, Vance Johnson and Justice (Preston) Williams.&nbsp; He will always be the favorite uncle to his nieces, Mazeyah, Zamiyah, Jacelyn, Audrina, Hazel and Legaci; nephews, Amir and Soul; uncles, Donnie (Dawn) Vawter and Raymond Holzhuter; aunt, Courtney (Twee) Nyguen and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur Moye, Don and Rose Vawter.

To know Ian, was to love Ian.&nbsp; His witty sarcasm, constant pranks, and his effortless ability to light up a room with his smile will forever be a memory we will all cherish.&nbsp; His continuous motivation to be the best version of himself for his sons, and his talent to fix and build just about anything you could think of will be something we will never forget.&nbsp; Ian took pride in being the protector of the family and if the sun was shining you’d catch him on two wheels enjoying some wind therapy.&nbsp; He was loved by many people at every stage of his life.&nbsp; He will be missed, loved and cherished by all those who were fortunate enough to get to meet him.

A private service will take place at a later date.

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 </figure>Ian Moye, 34, of Salina, son of Corey (Kristin) Moye, Rhonda (Vince) Vawter-Moye, Dean (Diane) Holzhuter died Friday, January 31, 2025. His legacy will continue on through his sons JT, Easton and Arthur Moye.&nbsp; He will forever be missed by his grandparents, Millie Moye, Ron Vawter and Laurie (Pat) Brady; his siblings, Mariah (Luis) Moye, Vannetta, Vince, Vance Johnson and Justice (Preston) Williams.&nbsp; He will always be the favorite uncle to his nieces, Mazeyah, Zamiyah, Jacelyn, Audrina, Hazel and Legaci; nephews, Amir and Soul; uncles, Donnie (Dawn) Vawter and Raymond Holzhuter; aunt, Courtney (Twee) Nyguen and many cousins.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur Moye, Don and Rose Vawter.To know Ian, was to love Ian.&nbsp; His witty sarcasm, constant pranks, and his effortless ability to light up a room with his smile will forever be a memory we will all cherish.&nbsp; His continuous motivation to be the best version of himself for his sons, and his talent to fix and build just about anything you could think of will be something we will never forget.&nbsp; Ian took pride in being the protector of the family and if the sun was shining you’d catch him on two wheels enjoying some wind therapy.&nbsp; He was loved by many people at every stage of his life.&nbsp; He will be missed, loved and cherished by all those who were fortunate enough to get to meet him.A private service will take place at a later date.

 Ian Moye

Glenna L. McCaleb, 92, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Brookdale Senior Living in Junction City, Kansas.

Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Kemper Huber officiating. The family will receive friends 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. A graveside will follow the memorial service at Dwight Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Junction City Animal Shelter, 2424 N. Jackson Street, Junction City, Kansas 66441.

Glenna was born January 10, 1933 in Geary County, Kansas the daughter of Howard and Augusta (Nickoley) Glessner.

Glenna graduated from Dwight High School with the class of 1950. She worked for Central National Bank in Junction City until her retirement. Glenna was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary and the Order of Eastern Star.

Glenna enjoyed fishing, gardening, St. Louis Cardinals baseball, Kansas Jayhawks basketball and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed feeding the birds and turtles while living at Brookdale.

On March 19, 1950, she married Robert L. McCaleb. He died May 24, 2021.

Survivors include two sons; Dayle McCaleb and wife Julie of Salina, Kansas and Darrel McCaleb and his wife Kaye of Junction City, Kansas; two daughters, Beverly Maley and her husband Rick of Aurora, Colorado and Kimberly Loader and her husband Darren of Clay Center, Kansas; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Robert; one son, Gary McCaleb, one brother, Melvin Glessner; three sisters, Lavida Feucht, Bonnie Aaron and Janice Harold.

Services are being handled by Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home in Junction City, Kansas. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.jmhcares.com.

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 </figure>Glenna L. McCaleb, 92, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Brookdale Senior Living in Junction City, Kansas.Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Kemper Huber officiating. The family will receive friends 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. A graveside will follow the memorial service at Dwight Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Junction City Animal Shelter, 2424 N. Jackson Street, Junction City, Kansas 66441.Glenna was born January 10, 1933 in Geary County, Kansas the daughter of Howard and Augusta (Nickoley) Glessner.Glenna graduated from Dwight High School with the class of 1950. She worked for Central National Bank in Junction City until her retirement. Glenna was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary and the Order of Eastern Star.Glenna enjoyed fishing, gardening, St. Louis Cardinals baseball, Kansas Jayhawks basketball and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed feeding the birds and turtles while living at Brookdale.On March 19, 1950, she married Robert L. McCaleb. He died May 24, 2021.Survivors include two sons; Dayle McCaleb and wife Julie of Salina, Kansas and Darrel McCaleb and his wife Kaye of Junction City, Kansas; two daughters, Beverly Maley and her husband Rick of Aurora, Colorado and Kimberly Loader and her husband Darren of Clay Center, Kansas; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Robert; one son, Gary McCaleb, one brother, Melvin Glessner; three sisters, Lavida Feucht, Bonnie Aaron and Janice Harold.Services are being handled by Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home in Junction City, Kansas. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.jmhcares.com.

Glenna L. McCaleb

LeEtta Louise (Richardson) Morris was born on March 12, 1933, to Raymond and Mildred Richardson in Oakley, Kansas.

Preceded in death by her husband, James Wesley Morris, 03/29/1930-06/09/2015. Parents-Raymond (1955), and Mildred (1996), a brother, Duard Duane Richardson (1957), and son, Duane Allen Morris (1963).&nbsp;

She is survived by a brother, William Richardson (Jane), 5 children: David (Elizabeth), Dennis (Enid), Darrell, Kevin (Anita), Cindy, and a foster daughter, Lisa Wilvers. She also enjoyed 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.roselawn/">www.roselawnsalina.com.</a>

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 </figure>LeEtta Louise (Richardson) Morris was born on March 12, 1933, to Raymond and Mildred Richardson in Oakley, Kansas.Preceded in death by her husband, James Wesley Morris, 03/29/1930-06/09/2015. Parents-Raymond (1955), and Mildred (1996), a brother, Duard Duane Richardson (1957), and son, Duane Allen Morris (1963).&nbsp;She is survived by a brother, William Richardson (Jane), 5 children: David (Elizabeth), Dennis (Enid), Darrell, Kevin (Anita), Cindy, and a foster daughter, Lisa Wilvers. She also enjoyed 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.roselawn/">www.roselawnsalina.com.</a>

LeEtta Louise (Richardson) Morris

Patricia “Pat” Turner, 83 years of age, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center, Salina, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born November 7, 1941, to Ezra and Lucille Bernhardt from rural Lost Springs, Kansas. &nbsp;

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 </figure> Patricia “Pat” Turner, 83 years of age, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center, Salina, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born November 7, 1941, to Ezra and Lucille Bernhardt from rural Lost Springs, Kansas. &nbsp;Pat attended and graduated from Central High School, Lincolnville, Kansas, in May 1959. &nbsp;She went on to earn her Bachelor of Science in Education from The Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia, Kansas, in January 1963. &nbsp;On January 20, 1963, she married her lifelong soulmate, Roger Turner at St John’s Lutheran Church, Lincolnville, Kansas, and they just celebrated their 62nd anniversary. &nbsp;From this Union, they had two children, their daughter Tamera “Tammi”, born October 28, 1965, and their son, Tracy, born May 21, 1968. &nbsp;Pat started her teaching career on January 21, 1963, at Sunset Elementary School and then also taught for 2 years at Gleniffer Hill Elementary School, both in Salina, Kansas. &nbsp;She opened her own preschool, ABC Preschool, in August 1970 out of her and Roger’s home which is where she taught over 1,200 young children until her retirement in May 2007. &nbsp;Throughout her 39 years of teaching which accounted for 32,800 hours, Pat facilitated a learning environment that encouraged her students to be creative and instilled in each of them important life values encompassing courage, kindness, honesty, patience, love and gratitude. &nbsp; &nbsp;Pat was a long-time devout member of Christ the King Lutheran Church, Salina, Kansas, and had a deep, abiding faith in her Lord and Savior. &nbsp;The most important thing to Pat was family and she was a devoted wife, mom, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister who will all miss her deeply. &nbsp;Second to her family, the students that she taught throughout her career were her pride and joy. &nbsp; Everywhere that Pat went, she would run into someone that was either one of her former students or a parent of a former student. &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband Roger of Salina; daughter and son-in-law, Tammi and Brett Hindman, Lee’s Summit, Missouri; son and daughter-in-law, Tracy and Yvonne Turner, Solomon, Kansas; &nbsp;Grandchildren Jordan Hindman (Amy), Lee’s Summit, Missouri; Joshua Hindman (Hannah) Kansas City, Missouri; Lindsae Hindman, Lee’s Summit, Missouri; Connie Jacobs, Salina, Kansas; Trevor Turner (Casey) of Falun, Kansas; and Great Grandchildren, Peyton and Brayden Jacobs, Salina, Kansas; Trace and Lennox Turner, Falun, Kansas; her brother, Max Bernhardt (Kathy), Richmond, Virginia; sister, Judy Kill, Marion, Kansas; and several nieces and nephews. &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents Ezra and Lucille Bernhardt and brother Leland Bernhardt.Visitation and viewing of the casket will take place on Thursday, February 6th from 5-7 pm with the Funeral service to be held on February 7th at 11 am all at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery.If desired, memorial gifts may be given in Pat’s honor to Olivia’s Playground, Salina, Kansas, either through Roselawn or directly to the Salina Regional Foundation via their website, srhealthfoundation.com.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. &nbsp;Online Condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

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