Daryl D. Burt, age 75, left this earthly life on Friday, November 3,&nbsp;2023 at Nanaws Place Assisted Living, Denison, TX. He was born on October 14, 1948 in Concordia, Kansas to Raymond and Berniece (Lewis) Burt.

Daryl grew up in Concordia, KS. He attended Norway Grade School and graduated in 1958 where he was active in 4-H and was a 1966 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was treasurer of the CHS chapter of FFA.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked as a projectionist in the Brown Grand and Cloud 9 Drive-In Theater.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kansas State University in December 1970.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also worked for his uncle, Don Lewis with the traveling combine crew.

He married Kathy Korneman on July 25, 1969 in Hastings, NE.

Daryl worked for Texaco in Port Arthur, TX after graduating from KSU and then went to work for Coors Brewery in Golden, CO from 1972 until 1995.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then began working for Stanley Engineering in Denver, CO and that translated a move to Muskatine, IA until he retired in 2010.&nbsp;&nbsp;They returned to Colorado and lived in Laporte, CO (Ft. Collins area) until he and Kathy moved to Gordonville, TX in 2017.

Daryl was an active scuba diver and member of diving clubs in Port Arthur, TX and in Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a member of the Jaycees and Professional Engineers.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was active with his children while they were growing up and helped coach and officiate their soccer games.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was President for 9 years of the North Table Mountain Water Board.

Daryl was an active patriot and well-rounded man who enjoyed gardening from vegetables to roses.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved his dogs, cats and especially his horses.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed hiking and beekeeping.

Daryl is survived by his wife, Kathy Burt, Gordonville, TX; daughters,&nbsp;Jenny Rendfrey (Scott), Fort Collins, CO &amp; Tonie Busby (Robert), Manhattan, KS; siblings, Dennis Burt (Rosemary), Belleville, KS &amp; Marlin Burt (Genevieve), KC., KS; 4 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Darylis preceded in death by his parents, brother, Kevin Burt &amp; sister, Donna Hodgins.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Burns officiating, followed by the burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 1-8 pm, Monday, November 13, 2023 with the family greeting friends from 6-7 pm all at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of the funeral home. For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Daryl D. Burt, age 75, left this earthly life on Friday, November 3,&nbsp;2023 at Nanaws Place Assisted Living, Denison, TX. He was born on October 14, 1948 in Concordia, Kansas to Raymond and Berniece (Lewis) Burt.Daryl grew up in Concordia, KS. He attended Norway Grade School and graduated in 1958 where he was active in 4-H and was a 1966 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was treasurer of the CHS chapter of FFA.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked as a projectionist in the Brown Grand and Cloud 9 Drive-In Theater.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kansas State University in December 1970.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also worked for his uncle, Don Lewis with the traveling combine crew.He married Kathy Korneman on July 25, 1969 in Hastings, NE.Daryl worked for Texaco in Port Arthur, TX after graduating from KSU and then went to work for Coors Brewery in Golden, CO from 1972 until 1995.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then began working for Stanley Engineering in Denver, CO and that translated a move to Muskatine, IA until he retired in 2010.&nbsp;&nbsp;They returned to Colorado and lived in Laporte, CO (Ft. Collins area) until he and Kathy moved to Gordonville, TX in 2017.Daryl was an active scuba diver and member of diving clubs in Port Arthur, TX and in Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a member of the Jaycees and Professional Engineers.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was active with his children while they were growing up and helped coach and officiate their soccer games.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was President for 9 years of the North Table Mountain Water Board.Daryl was an active patriot and well-rounded man who enjoyed gardening from vegetables to roses.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved his dogs, cats and especially his horses.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed hiking and beekeeping.Daryl is survived by his wife, Kathy Burt, Gordonville, TX; daughters,&nbsp;Jenny Rendfrey (Scott), Fort Collins, CO &amp; Tonie Busby (Robert), Manhattan, KS; siblings, Dennis Burt (Rosemary), Belleville, KS &amp; Marlin Burt (Genevieve), KC., KS; 4 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.Darylis preceded in death by his parents, brother, Kevin Burt &amp; sister, Donna Hodgins.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Burns officiating, followed by the burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 1-8 pm, Monday, November 13, 2023 with the family greeting friends from 6-7 pm all at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of the funeral home. For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Daryl D. Burt

Willis A. Cramer March 31, 1935 ~ November 4, 2023

Willis A. Cramer, 88, of Ottawa, KS, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Rock Creek in Ottawa, KS.&nbsp; He was born March 31, 1935, in Ottawa, KS, the son of Andrew Cramer and Ida Laverne (Nelson) Cramer.&nbsp; He attended schools in Ottawa.&nbsp; He later graduated with a Business Degree from Ottawa University.&nbsp; He ran Track at Junior High School setting school records that stood many years.&nbsp; He worked at Dairy Queen, Bennett’s Creamery and the National Sign Company, all in Ottawa, KS.

Willis proudly served our country in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On October 15, 1956, he was united in marriage to Shirley Lee Dodds in Miami County, KS.&nbsp; They shared over thirty-eight years of married life together before Shirley’s passing on May 13, 1995.&nbsp;

Willis owned and operated Cramer Products Company in Ottawa, KS.

He enjoyed coffee with many friends, including Bob &amp; Janelle Moore at the Horseshoe Café’ and his McDonald’s buddies. He was an avid Kansas University Jayhawks, Kansas City Chiefs and Royals Fan. He attended the “Longest Game” Chiefs vs Dolphins with his son, Kent, in 1972 at the Municipal Stadium in Kansas City.&nbsp; He enjoyed listening to country music and anything Elvis, watching Fox News and restoring a 1939 Chevy Coupe. Willis enjoyed his family and always cherished the time spent with them.&nbsp; He was very meticulous and will be remembered for his blue eyes... giving you a wink.

Mr. Cramer was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Shirley; and two brothers, Max and Terry Cramer.

Surviving family includes, daughter, Kim Litton and husband, Bill of Broken Arrow, OK, son, Kent Cramer and wife, Jana of Oskaloosa, KS, daughter, Kelley Jo Hayen and husband, Scott of Topeka, KS; companion, Judi Collins of Ottawa, KS; two sisters, Joan Diamond and husband, Dave of Ottawa, KS and Linna Toomey of Gardner, KS; sister-in-law, Linda Cramer of Lee’s Summit, MO; six grandchildren, Cassie, Corey, Andy, Christopher, Heidi and Cannon; and six great-grandchildren, Landon, Bently, Charleigh, Bryce, Graysen and Paisley.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at the Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, 325 S, Hickory, Ottawa, KS 66067.&nbsp; Interment will follow at the Highland Cemetery, Ottawa, KS.&nbsp; The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. before the service hour at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Donor’s Choice and sent in c/o the Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa, KS 66067.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to the family through www.lamb-roberts.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Willis A. Cramer March 31, 1935 ~ November 4, 2023Willis A. Cramer, 88, of Ottawa, KS, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Rock Creek in Ottawa, KS.&nbsp; He was born March 31, 1935, in Ottawa, KS, the son of Andrew Cramer and Ida Laverne (Nelson) Cramer.&nbsp; He attended schools in Ottawa.&nbsp; He later graduated with a Business Degree from Ottawa University.&nbsp; He ran Track at Junior High School setting school records that stood many years.&nbsp; He worked at Dairy Queen, Bennett’s Creamery and the National Sign Company, all in Ottawa, KS.Willis proudly served our country in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. &nbsp;&nbsp;On October 15, 1956, he was united in marriage to Shirley Lee Dodds in Miami County, KS.&nbsp; They shared over thirty-eight years of married life together before Shirley’s passing on May 13, 1995.&nbsp;Willis owned and operated Cramer Products Company in Ottawa, KS.He enjoyed coffee with many friends, including Bob &amp; Janelle Moore at the Horseshoe Café’ and his McDonald’s buddies. He was an avid Kansas University Jayhawks, Kansas City Chiefs and Royals Fan. He attended the “Longest Game” Chiefs vs Dolphins with his son, Kent, in 1972 at the Municipal Stadium in Kansas City.&nbsp; He enjoyed listening to country music and anything Elvis, watching Fox News and restoring a 1939 Chevy Coupe. Willis enjoyed his family and always cherished the time spent with them.&nbsp; He was very meticulous and will be remembered for his blue eyes... giving you a wink.Mr. Cramer was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Shirley; and two brothers, Max and Terry Cramer.Surviving family includes, daughter, Kim Litton and husband, Bill of Broken Arrow, OK, son, Kent Cramer and wife, Jana of Oskaloosa, KS, daughter, Kelley Jo Hayen and husband, Scott of Topeka, KS; companion, Judi Collins of Ottawa, KS; two sisters, Joan Diamond and husband, Dave of Ottawa, KS and Linna Toomey of Gardner, KS; sister-in-law, Linda Cramer of Lee’s Summit, MO; six grandchildren, Cassie, Corey, Andy, Christopher, Heidi and Cannon; and six great-grandchildren, Landon, Bently, Charleigh, Bryce, Graysen and Paisley.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at the Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, 325 S, Hickory, Ottawa, KS 66067.&nbsp; Interment will follow at the Highland Cemetery, Ottawa, KS.&nbsp; The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. before the service hour at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Donor’s Choice and sent in c/o the Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa, KS 66067.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to the family through www.lamb-roberts.com.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Willis-Cramer/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Willis-Cramer/1073081/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Willis A. Cramer, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Willis-Cramer/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Stephani Ann (Fletcher) Guerrero August 31, 1970 ~ November 2, 2023

Stephani Ann Guerrero, 53, of Baldwin City, KS, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 2, 2023, at her home.&nbsp; She was born August 31, 1970, in Phoenix, AZ, the daughter of Perry Fletcher and JoAnn (Pickering) Mejia.&nbsp; She attended schools in Globe, AZ, graduating from Globe High School with the Class of 1988.

Stephani was a Supervisor for over ten years at Castle Creations in Olathe, KS and most recently worked in manufacturing in Wellsville, KS.

Stephani loved to read, enjoyed nature and the outdoors, and cared for her beloved dogs, June Bug, Mable and Polly.&nbsp; She also loved spending time with her family, especially caring for her grandson, Kade. She loved the occasions of having all of her children together. This really meant the world to her. Stephani will be remembered for her great sense of humor, being bright and witty, and being known to many of her son’s friends as Mom.&nbsp;

Surviving family includes her father, Perry Fletcher and his wife, Elaine of Baldwin City, KS; her mother, JoAnn Mejia and her husband, Felix of Show Low, AZ; a son, Austin Chavez and wife, Adrianne of Ottawa, KS; three daughters, Ceara Jaid Corona and husband, Andrew of Morenci, AZ, Kelsi Ann Aguilar and husband, Alexander of Clifton, AZ and Christine Francis and husband, John of Rehoboth, MA; two sisters, Jennifer Ruth and partner, Nick of Kansas City, KS and Perri Goikovich and husband, Ron of Sierra Vista, AZ; nine grandchildren, soon to be ten; and her nieces and nephew.

A Celebration of Stephani’s Life will be held from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the Ottawa Recreation Center Goppert Building, 705 W. 15th Street, Ottawa, KS 66067. The family asks that family and friends wear their Kansas University attire or something bright in honor of Stephani. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Humane Society and sent in c/o the Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa, KS 66067.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to the family through www.lamb-roberts.com.

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Stephani-Guerrero/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Stephani-Guerrero/1073081/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Stephani Ann (Fletcher) Guerrero, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Stephani-Guerrero/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure>Stephani Ann (Fletcher) Guerrero August 31, 1970 ~ November 2, 2023Stephani Ann Guerrero, 53, of Baldwin City, KS, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 2, 2023, at her home.&nbsp; She was born August 31, 1970, in Phoenix, AZ, the daughter of Perry Fletcher and JoAnn (Pickering) Mejia.&nbsp; She attended schools in Globe, AZ, graduating from Globe High School with the Class of 1988.Stephani was a Supervisor for over ten years at Castle Creations in Olathe, KS and most recently worked in manufacturing in Wellsville, KS.Stephani loved to read, enjoyed nature and the outdoors, and cared for her beloved dogs, June Bug, Mable and Polly.&nbsp; She also loved spending time with her family, especially caring for her grandson, Kade. She loved the occasions of having all of her children together. This really meant the world to her. Stephani will be remembered for her great sense of humor, being bright and witty, and being known to many of her son’s friends as Mom.&nbsp;Surviving family includes her father, Perry Fletcher and his wife, Elaine of Baldwin City, KS; her mother, JoAnn Mejia and her husband, Felix of Show Low, AZ; a son, Austin Chavez and wife, Adrianne of Ottawa, KS; three daughters, Ceara Jaid Corona and husband, Andrew of Morenci, AZ, Kelsi Ann Aguilar and husband, Alexander of Clifton, AZ and Christine Francis and husband, John of Rehoboth, MA; two sisters, Jennifer Ruth and partner, Nick of Kansas City, KS and Perri Goikovich and husband, Ron of Sierra Vista, AZ; nine grandchildren, soon to be ten; and her nieces and nephew.A Celebration of Stephani’s Life will be held from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the Ottawa Recreation Center Goppert Building, 705 W. 15th Street, Ottawa, KS 66067. The family asks that family and friends wear their Kansas University attire or something bright in honor of Stephani. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Humane Society and sent in c/o the Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa, KS 66067.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to the family through www.lamb-roberts.com.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Stephani-Guerrero/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Stephani-Guerrero/1073081/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Stephani Ann (Fletcher) Guerrero, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamb-roberts.com/obituary/Stephani-Guerrero/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Carol A. (Nutter) Chartier February 23, 1948 ~ November 6, 2023

Carol A. (Nutter) Chartier, age 75, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023, at Park Villa Nursing Home, Clyde, KS. Visitation will be Friday, November 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Nutter Mortuary. Graveside Services will be on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 2 p.m. at Zion Cemetery, Rural Concordia, KS. The casket will remain closed. A full obituary will follow. Nutter Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Carol A. (Nutter) Chartier, age 75, entered into rest on Monday, November 6, 2023, at Park Villa nursing home, Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on February 23, 1948 in Concordia, Kansas to Maurice and Lorene (Wilson) Nutter.

Carol was a 1966 graduate of Clyde High School, Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; She was joined in marriage to Larry Chartier on September 21, 1973, and they farmed together until his passing in 2021.

Carol, with her warm and loving nature, touched the lives of many and found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She was passionate about reading, feline companions, and gardening.&nbsp; She cherished meaningful conversations, always lending a compassionate ear. She inspired those who knew her by using her remarkable problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Among the greatest joys in Carol’s life were her sons and, later, each of her grandchildren. She was always up for a social game when the family got together for holidays.

Carol will be missed by Three Sons, David Combs of Manhattan, Kansas; Ronnie (Laura) Chartier of Hays, Kansas; John (Amy) Chartier of Fort Fairfield, Maine; two Siblings – Gary (Lois) Nutter of Concordia, Kansas and Christine (Phil) Nault of Camano, Washington, Grandchildren – Elsie, Jaxson, Damian, and Boedy of Hays, Kansas; Hannah, Benjamin, Samuel, and Micah of Fort Fairfield, Maine, Zachary (Sara) Doyle and great-grandson Brogan of Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Nutter Mortuary.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023, at the Zion Cemetery, Republic County.

For online condolences, please visit nuttermortuary.com

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 </figure>Carol A. (Nutter) Chartier February 23, 1948 ~ November 6, 2023Carol A. (Nutter) Chartier, age 75, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023, at Park Villa Nursing Home, Clyde, KS. Visitation will be Friday, November 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Nutter Mortuary. Graveside Services will be on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 2 p.m. at Zion Cemetery, Rural Concordia, KS. The casket will remain closed. A full obituary will follow. Nutter Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;Carol A. (Nutter) Chartier, age 75, entered into rest on Monday, November 6, 2023, at Park Villa nursing home, Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on February 23, 1948 in Concordia, Kansas to Maurice and Lorene (Wilson) Nutter.Carol was a 1966 graduate of Clyde High School, Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; She was joined in marriage to Larry Chartier on September 21, 1973, and they farmed together until his passing in 2021.Carol, with her warm and loving nature, touched the lives of many and found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She was passionate about reading, feline companions, and gardening.&nbsp; She cherished meaningful conversations, always lending a compassionate ear. She inspired those who knew her by using her remarkable problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Among the greatest joys in Carol’s life were her sons and, later, each of her grandchildren. She was always up for a social game when the family got together for holidays.Carol will be missed by Three Sons, David Combs of Manhattan, Kansas; Ronnie (Laura) Chartier of Hays, Kansas; John (Amy) Chartier of Fort Fairfield, Maine; two Siblings – Gary (Lois) Nutter of Concordia, Kansas and Christine (Phil) Nault of Camano, Washington, Grandchildren – Elsie, Jaxson, Damian, and Boedy of Hays, Kansas; Hannah, Benjamin, Samuel, and Micah of Fort Fairfield, Maine, Zachary (Sara) Doyle and great-grandson Brogan of Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Nutter Mortuary.Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023, at the Zion Cemetery, Republic County.For online condolences, please visit nuttermortuary.comTo&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nuttermortuaryconcordia.com/obituary/Carol-A-Chartier/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nuttermortuaryconcordia.com/obituary/Carol-A-Chartier/1073068/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Carol A. (Nutter) Chartier, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nuttermortuaryconcordia.com/obituary/Carol-A-Chartier/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Carl E. Holt&nbsp; October 15, 1936 ~ November 5, 2023

Carl E. Holt entered into rest on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at the St. Luke's North Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023, in the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until service time at 2 p.m.

Celebration of Carl's Life will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, in the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, with Rev. Mark Crist officiating. Military Honors will be conducted at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home by the American Legion Post #76 and V.F.W. Post #588, Concordia.

Burial will follow in the Randall Cemetery, Randall, Kansas.&nbsp; A reception will be held after the graveside service back at the Jamestown Senior Center, Jamestown.&nbsp;

Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, Kansas 66901 is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.chaputbuoy.com.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Carl E. Holt, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/carl-holt/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>Carl E. Holt&nbsp; October 15, 1936 ~ November 5, 2023Carl E. Holt entered into rest on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at the St. Luke's North Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023, in the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until service time at 2 p.m.Celebration of Carl's Life will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, in the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, with Rev. Mark Crist officiating. Military Honors will be conducted at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home by the American Legion Post #76 and V.F.W. Post #588, Concordia.Burial will follow in the Randall Cemetery, Randall, Kansas.&nbsp; A reception will be held after the graveside service back at the Jamestown Senior Center, Jamestown.&nbsp;Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, Kansas 66901 is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.chaputbuoy.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Carl E. Holt, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/carl-holt/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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John Polok September 26, 1935 ~ November 4, 2023

John’s life began on September 26, 1935, outside of Hope, Kansas, on the farm at the southeast corner of Oat Road and 500 Avenue.&nbsp; He was the son of Valentine “Wally” and Emma Magdalen (Schumer) Polok. All of John’s siblings were born in that home. The family moved to the current homestead on 400 Avenue when John was four years old. 

He attended Tennessee School in the country and later attended Hope High School, graduating in the Class of 1953. He was a member of the FFA in high school. After graduation, John farmed, helped other farmers and veterinarian Dr. Stanley, who needed an extra hand, put up grain bins, and worked at the natural gas pumping station.

&nbsp;John was drafted into the United States Army on February 20, 1959, and did his basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. He was assigned to Company A, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Training Regiment. After Fort Leonard Wood, John was off to Fort Knox, KY, for parachute school and completed 20 jumps.&nbsp; He was assigned to Company E, 1st&nbsp;Airborne Battle Group, 502nd&nbsp;Infantry. He also served at Fort Ord, CA and Fort Campbell, KY.&nbsp; 

He was discharged in 1959 just as General Westmorland activated his unit to deploy to Vietnam. After being honorably discharged from the service, John returned home to help on the farm, raising wheat, corn, milo, cattle, and hogs. In his later years, he turned his attention to raising guinea fowl to combat the bugs. John always said he was born a hired hand and he would die a hired hand. He still helped his son Neil on the farm until a week before his 88th&nbsp;birthday.

&nbsp;John was united in marriage to Anna Pauline Montgomery on September 18, 1971, at the Church of the Magdalen in Wichita.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Phillip Church in Hope.&nbsp; John served on the parish council and the board of directors of Farmer’s CO-OP (now Agri Trails CO-OP).&nbsp;&nbsp; John and Pauline traveled to Hawaii for Farmland’s 50th&nbsp;anniversary convention, and it was the honeymoon they never had.&nbsp; John was the Hope Township Treasurer from 2005 to 2017.

&nbsp;Most important of all, John was a hardworking, faithful family man who is survived by his wife Pauline of Hope, son Neil (Kylee) Polok of Hope, daughter Regina Polok of Fairway, KS, grandchildren Sophie, Ava, and Macy of Hope, sister-in-law Vivian Montgomery of Wichita and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; John passed away at his home on Saturday, November 4, 2023.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings Clarence Polok (Shirley and Maxine), Theresa Klenda (Leonard), Margaret Gable (Art), and Vince Polok (Irene and Pat).

&nbsp;His family will gather with friends on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 6 p.m. for Rosary prayers at the St. Phillip Catholic Hall in Hope.&nbsp; Visitation will follow in the hall from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.&nbsp; John’s funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 10, 2023, at St. Phillip Catholic Church in Hope at 10 a.m.&nbsp; He will be laid to rest in St. Phillip Catholic Cemetery following the Mass.&nbsp; Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington, is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in John’s name may be directed to the St. Phillip Cemetery Fund or Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp; Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of John at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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 </figure>John Polok September 26, 1935 ~ November 4, 2023John’s life began on September 26, 1935, outside of Hope, Kansas, on the farm at the southeast corner of Oat Road and 500 Avenue.&nbsp; He was the son of Valentine “Wally” and Emma Magdalen (Schumer) Polok. All of John’s siblings were born in that home. The family moved to the current homestead on 400 Avenue when John was four years old. He attended Tennessee School in the country and later attended Hope High School, graduating in the Class of 1953. He was a member of the FFA in high school. After graduation, John farmed, helped other farmers and veterinarian Dr. Stanley, who needed an extra hand, put up grain bins, and worked at the natural gas pumping station.&nbsp;John was drafted into the United States Army on February 20, 1959, and did his basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. He was assigned to Company A, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Training Regiment. After Fort Leonard Wood, John was off to Fort Knox, KY, for parachute school and completed 20 jumps.&nbsp; He was assigned to Company E, 1st&nbsp;Airborne Battle Group, 502nd&nbsp;Infantry. He also served at Fort Ord, CA and Fort Campbell, KY.&nbsp; He was discharged in 1959 just as General Westmorland activated his unit to deploy to Vietnam. After being honorably discharged from the service, John returned home to help on the farm, raising wheat, corn, milo, cattle, and hogs. In his later years, he turned his attention to raising guinea fowl to combat the bugs. John always said he was born a hired hand and he would die a hired hand. He still helped his son Neil on the farm until a week before his 88th&nbsp;birthday.&nbsp;John was united in marriage to Anna Pauline Montgomery on September 18, 1971, at the Church of the Magdalen in Wichita.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Phillip Church in Hope.&nbsp; John served on the parish council and the board of directors of Farmer’s CO-OP (now Agri Trails CO-OP).&nbsp;&nbsp; John and Pauline traveled to Hawaii for Farmland’s 50th&nbsp;anniversary convention, and it was the honeymoon they never had.&nbsp; John was the Hope Township Treasurer from 2005 to 2017.&nbsp;Most important of all, John was a hardworking, faithful family man who is survived by his wife Pauline of Hope, son Neil (Kylee) Polok of Hope, daughter Regina Polok of Fairway, KS, grandchildren Sophie, Ava, and Macy of Hope, sister-in-law Vivian Montgomery of Wichita and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; John passed away at his home on Saturday, November 4, 2023.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings Clarence Polok (Shirley and Maxine), Theresa Klenda (Leonard), Margaret Gable (Art), and Vince Polok (Irene and Pat).&nbsp;His family will gather with friends on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 6 p.m. for Rosary prayers at the St. Phillip Catholic Hall in Hope.&nbsp; Visitation will follow in the hall from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.&nbsp; John’s funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 10, 2023, at St. Phillip Catholic Church in Hope at 10 a.m.&nbsp; He will be laid to rest in St. Phillip Catholic Cemetery following the Mass.&nbsp; Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington, is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in John’s name may be directed to the St. Phillip Cemetery Fund or Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp; Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of John at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/0fef25d3-09cc-462f-be55-5ea89bdc4347" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of John Polok, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/0fef25d3-09cc-462f-be55-5ea89bdc4347" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

John Polok

Charles E. Shirack April 21, 1929 ~ November 5, 2023

Charles E. Shirack, 94, of Solomon, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023. He was born in Salina, Kansas, on April 21, 1929, the son of Bert and Myrtle (Carlin) Shirack. He joined the United States Army, serving in the Korean War. He was united in marriage to Leona Dautel on September 4, 1954. She preceded him in death on August 25, 1985. 

Charlie farmed around the Solomon area. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Dickinson County 4-H and served on the Solomon school board for 25 years. 

Charlie is survived by five daughters: Kristina Perkins of Oregon; Cindy Keeler (Gary) of Hutchinson; Suzanna Tillery of Solomon, Mary Lucas of Nebraska; and Sara Turpin (Jerry) of Kansas City, Kansas. Two sons: Joe Shirack (Lisa) of Solomon and Robert Shirack (John) of Seattle, WA. Fourteen grandchildren and twelve Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Leona, three siblings, a son, Andy Shirack and two grandchildren, Brandon and Tyler Shirack. The family has chosen cremation. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, November 10, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon, with Father John Wolesky officiating. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Solomon. Parish Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m., Thursday, November 9, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. The family will receive friends following until 8 p.m. 

The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com

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 </figure>Charles E. Shirack April 21, 1929 ~ November 5, 2023Charles E. Shirack, 94, of Solomon, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023. He was born in Salina, Kansas, on April 21, 1929, the son of Bert and Myrtle (Carlin) Shirack. He joined the United States Army, serving in the Korean War. He was united in marriage to Leona Dautel on September 4, 1954. She preceded him in death on August 25, 1985. Charlie farmed around the Solomon area. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Dickinson County 4-H and served on the Solomon school board for 25 years. Charlie is survived by five daughters: Kristina Perkins of Oregon; Cindy Keeler (Gary) of Hutchinson; Suzanna Tillery of Solomon, Mary Lucas of Nebraska; and Sara Turpin (Jerry) of Kansas City, Kansas. Two sons: Joe Shirack (Lisa) of Solomon and Robert Shirack (John) of Seattle, WA. Fourteen grandchildren and twelve Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Leona, three siblings, a son, Andy Shirack and two grandchildren, Brandon and Tyler Shirack. The family has chosen cremation. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, November 10, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon, with Father John Wolesky officiating. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Solomon. Parish Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m., Thursday, November 9, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. The family will receive friends following until 8 p.m. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com

Charles E. Shirack

Muriel Evelyn "Mimo" Strange March 22, 1927 ~ November 4, 2023

Muriel Evelyn “Mimo” Strange, 96, of Lindsborg, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Lindsborg Community Hospital.  Muriel was born March 22, 1927 in Lindsborg, KS, to the late Roy and Blanche (Allgood) Nelson. 

 She married Reuben Strange on June 15, 1944, at McPherson, KS.  

Muriel was a lifelong Lindsborg resident.  She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.  Muriel was a homemaker, wife, and mother. 

    

Survivors include her daughter, Cheryl Fletcher (Mark) of Baldwin City, KS; son, Richard Strange (Lynn) of Salina, KS; brother, Richard Nelson of Lawrence, KS; as well as four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Muriel is preceded in death by her parents, husband Reuben; two brothers; and two sisters.



Visitation will be on Friday, November 10, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Crick-Christians Funeral Home.

The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, at Trinity United Methodist Church, Lindsborg, KS, with Pastor Esther Achi officiating. Interment will follow the funeral at Elmwood Cemetery. There will be a time of fellowship and refreshment at the church following the interment.



Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or the Lindsborg Community Hospital. Memorials may be sent in the care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Muriel Evelyn "Mimo" Strange March 22, 1927 ~ November 4, 2023Muriel Evelyn “Mimo” Strange, 96, of Lindsborg, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Lindsborg Community Hospital. Muriel was born March 22, 1927 in Lindsborg, KS, to the late Roy and Blanche (Allgood) Nelson. She married Reuben Strange on June 15, 1944, at McPherson, KS. 

Muriel was a lifelong Lindsborg resident. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Muriel was a homemaker, wife, and mother. 

Survivors include her daughter, Cheryl Fletcher (Mark) of Baldwin City, KS; son, Richard Strange (Lynn) of Salina, KS; brother, Richard Nelson of Lawrence, KS; as well as four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Muriel is preceded in death by her parents, husband Reuben; two brothers; and two sisters.

Visitation will be on Friday, November 10, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Crick-Christians Funeral Home.

The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, at Trinity United Methodist Church, Lindsborg, KS, with Pastor Esther Achi officiating. Interment will follow the funeral at Elmwood Cemetery. There will be a time of fellowship and refreshment at the church following the interment.

Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or the Lindsborg Community Hospital. Memorials may be sent in the care of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.&nbsp;

Muriel Evelyn Strange

William "Bill" K. Dawdy, 78, of Ponca City, Oklahoma, passed away on November 2, 2023. His greatest pride in life were his children and grandchildren, with whom he shared countless hours and years supporting their many interests and pursuits from horses to school activities. He shared his life with his high school sweetheart, Dianna, with whom he recently celebrated 56 years of marriage.

Bill was born on June 25, 1945, in Salina, Kansas. He graduated with the class of 1963 from Salina Central High School and attended Fort Hays State University. He later served in the Air Force reserves.

Bill's early interests were firmly rooted in the family ranching business, where he built his own herd of registered Hereford cattle as a high school student and president of his FFA chapter. He continued on to a dedicated career of ranch management and stock improvement throughout his life, retiring in 2014.

Complimentary to his career in ranching, Bill had a passion for breeding and training performance horses for various events such as cutting, roping, showing, sorting, team roping, team penning, and ranch rodeo. These activities were pursued with enthusiasm by Bill and his entire family. He also served as president of the Kansas Team Penning Association, and expanded the association through the state of Kansas.

Bill is survived by his wife, Dianna of the home; his daughter, Kim (Clint) Suhr, of Assaria, KS; his son, TK (Ashley) Dawdy, of Valley View, TX; his grandchildren, Cody (April) Suhr, Kyler (Kaylee) Suhr and Kara Suhr, Katelyn and Kassidy Dawdy; and his great-grandchildren, Ava, Calan, and Kacey Suhr. He is also survived by his sister, Janice “Jake” Roberts of Scottsdale, AZ, sister, Jane Schumaker of Salina, KS; and his brother, David Dawdy of Manhattan, KS. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Hazel Dawdy of Salina, and his sister, Janet Steinfort of Junction City, KS.

Graveside services will be held in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Contributions in Bill's memory can be made direct to the American Heart Association;&nbsp;P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284&nbsp;or through the funeral home.

His legacy will live on through the memories and love he shared with his family and friends.

The family invites you to join them for a luncheon and fellowship following the service at Sunnyside Pumpkin Patch-&nbsp;11500 S. Hopkins Rd., Assaria, KS.

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

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 </figure> William "Bill" K. Dawdy, 78, of Ponca City, Oklahoma, passed away on November 2, 2023. His greatest pride in life were his children and grandchildren, with whom he shared countless hours and years supporting their many interests and pursuits from horses to school activities. He shared his life with his high school sweetheart, Dianna, with whom he recently celebrated 56 years of marriage.Bill was born on June 25, 1945, in Salina, Kansas. He graduated with the class of 1963 from Salina Central High School and attended Fort Hays State University. He later served in the Air Force reserves.Bill's early interests were firmly rooted in the family ranching business, where he built his own herd of registered Hereford cattle as a high school student and president of his FFA chapter. He continued on to a dedicated career of ranch management and stock improvement throughout his life, retiring in 2014.Complimentary to his career in ranching, Bill had a passion for breeding and training performance horses for various events such as cutting, roping, showing, sorting, team roping, team penning, and ranch rodeo. These activities were pursued with enthusiasm by Bill and his entire family. He also served as president of the Kansas Team Penning Association, and expanded the association through the state of Kansas.Bill is survived by his wife, Dianna of the home; his daughter, Kim (Clint) Suhr, of Assaria, KS; his son, TK (Ashley) Dawdy, of Valley View, TX; his grandchildren, Cody (April) Suhr, Kyler (Kaylee) Suhr and Kara Suhr, Katelyn and Kassidy Dawdy; and his great-grandchildren, Ava, Calan, and Kacey Suhr. He is also survived by his sister, Janice “Jake” Roberts of Scottsdale, AZ, sister, Jane Schumaker of Salina, KS; and his brother, David Dawdy of Manhattan, KS. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Hazel Dawdy of Salina, and his sister, Janet Steinfort of Junction City, KS.Graveside services will be held in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Contributions in Bill's memory can be made direct to the American Heart Association;&nbsp;P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284&nbsp;or through the funeral home.His legacy will live on through the memories and love he shared with his family and friends.The family invites you to join them for a luncheon and fellowship following the service at Sunnyside Pumpkin Patch-&nbsp;11500 S. Hopkins Rd., Assaria, KS.Local arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.roselawnsalina.com/">www.roselawnsalina.com</a>.

William "Bill" K. Dawdy

Jerry M. Breeden Sr., 75, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023. He was born March 25, 1948, to Cecil and Helen (Richards) Breeden in Colby, Kansas. 

Jerry owned and operated Stone Brothers Alignment for 20-plus years. He also worked for KDOT and later part-time at Dillon's. He met Anita Gravatt and married her in 1968 in Cawker City. Jerry was a kind, honest, generous man to anyone and everyone he met. He was loving and caring to all. He enjoyed the races. He was a member of the Salina Coin Club and the Pagota Car Club. 

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Charles Breeden, Gary Breeden, Gene Breeden, Roy Breeden, and Jimmy Breeden; sister Betty Wood. Jerry is survived by his wife Anita Breeden, of 55 years; son, Jerry (Karla) Breeden, Jr.; daughter, Johanna Libal; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; brother, Ray Breeden; sisters, Joyce Paxton and Judy Campbell, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. 

Visitation will be Friday, November 10, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary from 4-8 p.m. and family will be present from 6-8 p.m. Family request all attending wear casual clothing and especially your racing t-shirts. 

Cremation was chosen, and burial will be private. Donations may be made to Gentiva Hospice Care and sent in care of mortuary. To leave an online condolence visit <a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com">www.ryan mortuary.com</a>

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 </figure>Jerry M. Breeden Sr., 75, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023. He was born March 25, 1948, to Cecil and Helen (Richards) Breeden in Colby, Kansas. Jerry owned and operated Stone Brothers Alignment for 20-plus years. He also worked for KDOT and later part-time at Dillon's. He met Anita Gravatt and married her in 1968 in Cawker City. Jerry was a kind, honest, generous man to anyone and everyone he met. He was loving and caring to all. He enjoyed the races. He was a member of the Salina Coin Club and the Pagota Car Club. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Charles Breeden, Gary Breeden, Gene Breeden, Roy Breeden, and Jimmy Breeden; sister Betty Wood. Jerry is survived by his wife Anita Breeden, of 55 years; son, Jerry (Karla) Breeden, Jr.; daughter, Johanna Libal; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; brother, Ray Breeden; sisters, Joyce Paxton and Judy Campbell, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday, November 10, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary from 4-8 p.m. and family will be present from 6-8 p.m. Family request all attending wear casual clothing and especially your racing t-shirts. Cremation was chosen, and burial will be private. Donations may be made to Gentiva Hospice Care and sent in care of mortuary. To leave an online condolence visit <a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com">www.ryan mortuary.com</a>

Jerry M. Breeden Sr.

Arthur “Art” E. Nilson, 82, of Gypsum, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023, surrounded by family at his home.&nbsp; Art was a retired dairy farmer.

Art was born on November 21, 1940, in Salina, KS, the son of Emanuel Oscar and Augusta Grace (Schwarz) Nilson.&nbsp; On February 1, 1964, Art was united in marriage to Mary Anna Machetta.

Survivors include: his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Mary Anna Nilson of the home; a son, David Nilson of Gypsum, KS; three siblings, Eugene (Judy) Nilson of Gypsum, KS, Dorothy (Richard) Eppler of Paola, KS, and Joan (Walter) Arrasmith of Lindsborg, KS; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many extended relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Daniel T. “Dan” Nilson; a daughter, Tasha D. Trout; and granddaughter, Effie Grace Trout.

In accordance with Art’s wishes, his body has been donated to the University of Kansas School of Medicine.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Temple Church, Gypsum in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS, 67460.

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

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 </figure>Arthur “Art” E. Nilson, 82, of Gypsum, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023, surrounded by family at his home.&nbsp; Art was a retired dairy farmer.Art was born on November 21, 1940, in Salina, KS, the son of Emanuel Oscar and Augusta Grace (Schwarz) Nilson.&nbsp; On February 1, 1964, Art was united in marriage to Mary Anna Machetta.Survivors include: his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Mary Anna Nilson of the home; a son, David Nilson of Gypsum, KS; three siblings, Eugene (Judy) Nilson of Gypsum, KS, Dorothy (Richard) Eppler of Paola, KS, and Joan (Walter) Arrasmith of Lindsborg, KS; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many extended relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Daniel T. “Dan” Nilson; a daughter, Tasha D. Trout; and granddaughter, Effie Grace Trout.In accordance with Art’s wishes, his body has been donated to the University of Kansas School of Medicine.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Temple Church, Gypsum in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS, 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Arthur “Art” E. Nilson

Marian Arlene LeBlanc, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Holiday Resort, Salina.Marian was born in Waldo, Kansas on February 7, 1941, a daughter ofMinnie Kathryn (Lewis) and Harry Adelbert Clow.She was an Airman 1st Class in the United States Air Force for 6 years and was very proud to be a woman Veteran.

On December 3, 1962, Marian married James E. LeBlanc in Denver, Colorado at the Lowry Air Force Base.She was a weather observer for the Air Force and was a home health aide for the elderly.

Marian loved gardening, woodworking, reading, crocheting, knitting and the Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival.

Survivors include her children, Jay LeBlanc (Kiki), of Littleton, Colorado, Kathryn LeBlanc, of Salina, Kansas, Sam LeBlanc (Jenn), of Walnut, California; 4 grandchildren, Fallon, Auberry, Kaitlyn, Gabe; and 4 great grandchildren.Marian is also survived by her sister, Ethel Clow, of Aurora, Colorado and brother, Albert Clow, of Waldo, Kansas.She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Charles Clow.Cremation was chosen and no services are planned at this time.Donations may be made to the Waldo Heritage Center/Senior Center, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/" target="_blank">www.carlsonfh.net</a>

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 </figure>Marian Arlene LeBlanc, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Holiday Resort, Salina.Marian was born in Waldo, Kansas on February 7, 1941, a daughter ofMinnie Kathryn (Lewis) and Harry Adelbert Clow.She was an Airman 1st Class in the United States Air Force for 6 years and was very proud to be a woman Veteran.On December 3, 1962, Marian married James E. LeBlanc in Denver, Colorado at the Lowry Air Force Base.She was a weather observer for the Air Force and was a home health aide for the elderly.Marian loved gardening, woodworking, reading, crocheting, knitting and the Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival.Survivors include her children, Jay LeBlanc (Kiki), of Littleton, Colorado, Kathryn LeBlanc, of Salina, Kansas, Sam LeBlanc (Jenn), of Walnut, California; 4 grandchildren, Fallon, Auberry, Kaitlyn, Gabe; and 4 great grandchildren.Marian is also survived by her sister, Ethel Clow, of Aurora, Colorado and brother, Albert Clow, of Waldo, Kansas.She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Charles Clow.Cremation was chosen and no services are planned at this time.Donations may be made to the Waldo Heritage Center/Senior Center, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/" target="_blank">www.carlsonfh.net</a>

Marian Arlene LeBlanc

Linda Jean Mowery-Denning, 74, of Salina, KS, passed away Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.

Linda was born April 8, 1949, in Kansas City, MO. She was raised by her parents, Ralph S. Mowery and Veora Mowery in Bluffton, Indiana. She married Peter Alan Denning of Salina on September 4, 1982.

Linda graduated from Ball State University and eventually made her way to Salina in the 1970s where she began her journalism career with the Salina Journal. She was with the Salina Journal for 26 years before she left to begin the Ellsworth County Independent, now the Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter. She semi-retired in 2022, but she continued to write and report for the newspaper as well as her start-up magazine, The Magazine, a publication focused on Saline County and Northcentral Kansas.

Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Peter; her loving parents and in-laws, Art and Winnie Denning; and her brother-in-law, Jim Carrigan. She is survived by her two children, Matthew Denning of Salina and Allyn ‘Allie’ Denning of Lawrence. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters-in law, Diane Carrigan of Salina, Russ and Renee Denning of Overland Park, David and Ginger Denning of Manhattan, and her many nieces and nephews.

A longer tribute to Linda and her life will be published soon.

Per her wishes, cremation was chosen. The family will hold a visitation&nbsp;on Thursday, November 9, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina,&nbsp;from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Family will be present&nbsp;from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A reception will be held&nbsp;Friday, November 10, at Barolo’s Restaurant&nbsp;from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at Ryan Mortuary&nbsp;at 1:00 p.m. A graveside service will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Linda’s name to the Kansas Newspaper Foundation at&nbsp;<a href="https://givebutter.com/knflindadenning">https://givebutter.com/knflindadenning</a>&nbsp;or they can be mailed to: Kansas Newspaper Foundation, In Name of Linda Mowery-Denning Memorial,&nbsp;4021 SW 10th&nbsp;Ave #351, Topeka, KS 66604.

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 </figure>Linda Jean Mowery-Denning, 74, of Salina, KS, passed away Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.Linda was born April 8, 1949, in Kansas City, MO. She was raised by her parents, Ralph S. Mowery and Veora Mowery in Bluffton, Indiana. She married Peter Alan Denning of Salina on September 4, 1982.Linda graduated from Ball State University and eventually made her way to Salina in the 1970s where she began her journalism career with the Salina Journal. She was with the Salina Journal for 26 years before she left to begin the Ellsworth County Independent, now the Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter. She semi-retired in 2022, but she continued to write and report for the newspaper as well as her start-up magazine, The Magazine, a publication focused on Saline County and Northcentral Kansas.Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Peter; her loving parents and in-laws, Art and Winnie Denning; and her brother-in-law, Jim Carrigan. She is survived by her two children, Matthew Denning of Salina and Allyn ‘Allie’ Denning of Lawrence. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters-in law, Diane Carrigan of Salina, Russ and Renee Denning of Overland Park, David and Ginger Denning of Manhattan, and her many nieces and nephews.A longer tribute to Linda and her life will be published soon.Per her wishes, cremation was chosen. The family will hold a visitation&nbsp;on Thursday, November 9, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina,&nbsp;from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Family will be present&nbsp;from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A reception will be held&nbsp;Friday, November 10, at Barolo’s Restaurant&nbsp;from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at Ryan Mortuary&nbsp;at 1:00 p.m. A graveside service will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Salina.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Linda’s name to the Kansas Newspaper Foundation at&nbsp;<a href="https://givebutter.com/knflindadenning">https://givebutter.com/knflindadenning</a>&nbsp;or they can be mailed to: Kansas Newspaper Foundation, In Name of Linda Mowery-Denning Memorial,&nbsp;4021 SW 10th&nbsp;Ave #351, Topeka, KS 66604.

Linda Denning

Nicolette Lynn Unruh-Uhl, 36, passed away on November 3, 2023, near Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on October 25, 1987, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Dale and Bernadette “Berny” (Pachta) Unruh. 

On October 15, 2022, she married Nathan “Nate” Uhl at the Unruh Family Farm. They had been working on remodeling a big, beautiful home near Manhattan, along with the son she gained, Tristen.

Survivors include her husband of the home; stepson, Tristen Uhl of Manhattan, Kansas; parents, Dale and Berny Unruh of Great Bend, Kansas; two brothers, Adam Unruh of Pawnee Rock, and Grant Unruh of Carleton, Nebraska; a sister, Danette Unruh of Esbon; grandmothers, Wynona Unruh of Great Bend and Carol Pachta of Belleville; in-laws, Bobby and Patricia Uhl of Texas; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Grant Olin Unruh and Edward Pachta.

Visitation with family receiving friends will be held Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with vigil and rosary at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Manhattan, Kansas. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 10, 2023, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church with Father Don Zimmerman presiding. Interment will take place at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023, in Bergthal Mennonite Cemetery in Pawnee Rock, Kansas. 

Memorials have been designated to the Pawnee Rock Easter Pageant, Ellsworth County 4-H or Russell County 4-H, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Nicolette Lynn Unruh-Uhl, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/nicolette-unruh-uhl/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>October 25, 1987 - November 3, 2023Nicolette Lynn Unruh-Uhl, 36, passed away on November 3, 2023, near Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on October 25, 1987, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Dale and Bernadette “Berny” (Pachta) Unruh. On October 15, 2022, she married Nathan “Nate” Uhl at the Unruh Family Farm. They had been working on remodeling a big, beautiful home near Manhattan, along with the son she gained, Tristen.Survivors include her husband of the home; stepson, Tristen Uhl of Manhattan, Kansas; parents, Dale and Berny Unruh of Great Bend, Kansas; two brothers, Adam Unruh of Pawnee Rock, and Grant Unruh of Carleton, Nebraska; a sister, Danette Unruh of Esbon; grandmothers, Wynona Unruh of Great Bend and Carol Pachta of Belleville; in-laws, Bobby and Patricia Uhl of Texas; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Grant Olin Unruh and Edward Pachta.Visitation with family receiving friends will be held Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with vigil and rosary at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Manhattan, Kansas. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 10, 2023, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church with Father Don Zimmerman presiding. Interment will take place at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023, in Bergthal Mennonite Cemetery in Pawnee Rock, Kansas. Memorials have been designated to the Pawnee Rock Easter Pageant, Ellsworth County 4-H or Russell County 4-H, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Nicolette Lynn Unruh-Uhl, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/nicolette-unruh-uhl/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Nicolette Lynn Unruh-Uhl

John H. Doidge February 3, 1958 ~ October 28, 2023

John H, Doidge age 65, of Lebo, KS, passed away on October 28, 2023, at Advent Health Ottawa.

John was born February 3, 1958, in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Harold Doidge and Anna (Denich) Doidge. John graduated from St. Patrick’s High School, Catskill, NY, with the class of 1976.

Following graduating, John served his country in the United States Navy from 1976 to 1981, attaining the rank of Missile Tech 3rd class. He received the Strategic Deterrent Patrol Insignia with two gold stars, a pistol expert ribbon with a bronze star, and a submarine insignis silver star.

John began working at Wolf Creek Generating Station in February of 1989, beginning in the Instrumentation and Control Department until moving to the Training Department and ending his working career as an outage operation scheduler, retiring in December of 2018.

John was a member of Ducks Unlimited, Knights of Columbus, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ottawa. He was an active and avid volunteer for Franklin County Cancer Foundation and volunteered at Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, as well as spending many hours aiding in the conservation efforts of many different entities.&nbsp;

John was very well known by his family and friends for having more hobbies than the regular person. He loved to go fishing, trapping, and hunting, which was a favorite pastime. It would be easy to say John was an avid outdoorsman spending time collecting Heritage Breed birds, planting thousands of trees on his farm and working every so often on his self-named deer sanctuary.

His time-consuming hobbies were beekeeping and collecting his honey, joining the Northeast Kansas Beekeepers Association, woodworking, and his new love for Cycling. Regardless of the hobby or project, it was rare to find John without his sidekicks, Tilly and Roxy, his Jack Russell terriers that he loved dearly.&nbsp; John also loved his family, especially his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by Teresa Doidge; four children, Jamie Schepp and her husband, Eric of Melbourne, FL; Rebecca Doidge and her husband Matthew, Water Vliet, NY; Curtis Smith, DeSoto, KS, Jessica Doidge, Lebo, KS; sister, Mary Rosenburg and her husband Ron, Melbourne, FL; four grandchildren, Natalie Seeley, Abriana Keith, Avery Schepp, Julia Schepp; two great-grandchildren, Alayna and Jameson.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Anna Doidge.

The family will receive friends for a visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, Ottawa.&nbsp; A Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, November 3, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ottawa, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin County Cancer Foundation or Prairie Paws Animal Shelter sent in the care of Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa, KS, 66067. Online condolences may be sent to the family through&nbsp;www.lamb-roberts.com.

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 </figure>John H. Doidge February 3, 1958 ~ October 28, 2023John H, Doidge age 65, of Lebo, KS, passed away on October 28, 2023, at Advent Health Ottawa.John was born February 3, 1958, in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Harold Doidge and Anna (Denich) Doidge. John graduated from St. Patrick’s High School, Catskill, NY, with the class of 1976.Following graduating, John served his country in the United States Navy from 1976 to 1981, attaining the rank of Missile Tech 3rd class. He received the Strategic Deterrent Patrol Insignia with two gold stars, a pistol expert ribbon with a bronze star, and a submarine insignis silver star.John began working at Wolf Creek Generating Station in February of 1989, beginning in the Instrumentation and Control Department until moving to the Training Department and ending his working career as an outage operation scheduler, retiring in December of 2018.John was a member of Ducks Unlimited, Knights of Columbus, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ottawa. He was an active and avid volunteer for Franklin County Cancer Foundation and volunteered at Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, as well as spending many hours aiding in the conservation efforts of many different entities.&nbsp;John was very well known by his family and friends for having more hobbies than the regular person. He loved to go fishing, trapping, and hunting, which was a favorite pastime. It would be easy to say John was an avid outdoorsman spending time collecting Heritage Breed birds, planting thousands of trees on his farm and working every so often on his self-named deer sanctuary.His time-consuming hobbies were beekeeping and collecting his honey, joining the Northeast Kansas Beekeepers Association, woodworking, and his new love for Cycling. Regardless of the hobby or project, it was rare to find John without his sidekicks, Tilly and Roxy, his Jack Russell terriers that he loved dearly.&nbsp; John also loved his family, especially his children and grandchildren.He is survived by Teresa Doidge; four children, Jamie Schepp and her husband, Eric of Melbourne, FL; Rebecca Doidge and her husband Matthew, Water Vliet, NY; Curtis Smith, DeSoto, KS, Jessica Doidge, Lebo, KS; sister, Mary Rosenburg and her husband Ron, Melbourne, FL; four grandchildren, Natalie Seeley, Abriana Keith, Avery Schepp, Julia Schepp; two great-grandchildren, Alayna and Jameson.John is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Anna Doidge.The family will receive friends for a visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, Ottawa.&nbsp; A Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, November 3, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Ottawa, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin County Cancer Foundation or Prairie Paws Animal Shelter sent in the care of Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa, KS, 66067. Online condolences may be sent to the family through&nbsp;www.lamb-roberts.com.

John H. Doidge

Arleta B. (White) Carlton September 16, 1929 ~ November 2, 2023

Arleta B. (White) Carlton passed away on November 2, 2023, at the age of 94. She was born September 16, 1929, to Earl and Velma White, Glen Elder, Kansas.

After graduating from Glen Elder High School, having earned a teaching degree, she taught grades 1-8 in a one-room school house.

On August 8, 1948, she married Gerold D. Carlton in Glen Elder, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union, six children were born: Lavona, Lesa, Leila, Loeta, Lucille, and Roy Jon.&nbsp; At the time of Gerold’s passing, they had been married for 61 years.&nbsp;

Arleta loved horses and enjoyed trail and buggy rides. In addition to that, she enjoyed life to the fullest, traveling with her mother and sisters and working on genealogy. They always enjoyed telling the stories of their travels.&nbsp;

After living for a short period of time in Glen Elder and Formoso, Gerold and Arleta settled on the farm north of Jewell.

Arleta is preceded in death by her husband Gerold, two children, Lavona and Roy Jon, her parents, siblings Robert, Lois, Richard, Alice, and son-in-law Dale Wright.&nbsp;

She is survived by daughters Lesa (Jerry) Houston, Leila (Dennis) Becker, Loeta Bazo, and Lucille (Steve) Black, several grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and friends.&nbsp;

Visitation will be on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Kleppinger Funeral Home, Jewell, Kansas.

Funeral services will be on Monday, November 6, 2023, at the Jewell Christian Church with Pastor Dan Daniels officiating.&nbsp;

Burial will follow at Wallace Cemetery Jewell, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

For online condolences, please visit kleppingerfuneralhome.com.

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 </figure>Arleta B. (White) Carlton September 16, 1929 ~ November 2, 2023Arleta B. (White) Carlton passed away on November 2, 2023, at the age of 94. She was born September 16, 1929, to Earl and Velma White, Glen Elder, Kansas.After graduating from Glen Elder High School, having earned a teaching degree, she taught grades 1-8 in a one-room school house.On August 8, 1948, she married Gerold D. Carlton in Glen Elder, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union, six children were born: Lavona, Lesa, Leila, Loeta, Lucille, and Roy Jon.&nbsp; At the time of Gerold’s passing, they had been married for 61 years.&nbsp;Arleta loved horses and enjoyed trail and buggy rides. In addition to that, she enjoyed life to the fullest, traveling with her mother and sisters and working on genealogy. They always enjoyed telling the stories of their travels.&nbsp;After living for a short period of time in Glen Elder and Formoso, Gerold and Arleta settled on the farm north of Jewell.Arleta is preceded in death by her husband Gerold, two children, Lavona and Roy Jon, her parents, siblings Robert, Lois, Richard, Alice, and son-in-law Dale Wright.&nbsp;She is survived by daughters Lesa (Jerry) Houston, Leila (Dennis) Becker, Loeta Bazo, and Lucille (Steve) Black, several grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and friends.&nbsp;Visitation will be on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Kleppinger Funeral Home, Jewell, Kansas.Funeral services will be on Monday, November 6, 2023, at the Jewell Christian Church with Pastor Dan Daniels officiating.&nbsp;Burial will follow at Wallace Cemetery Jewell, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.For online condolences, please visit kleppingerfuneralhome.com.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nuttermortuaryconcordia.com/obituary/Arleta-Carlton/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nuttermortuaryconcordia.com/obituary/Arleta-Carlton/1073068/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Arleta B (White) Carlton, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nuttermortuaryconcordia.com/obituary/Arleta-Carlton/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Arleta B. (White) Carlton

Julie Slater January 30, 1960 ~ November 5, 2022

Julie Slater, 62, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on November 5, 2022. She was born on January 30, 1960, to parents Calvin “Rex” and Sonia (Warren) DeRusseau.

She grew up in Clyde, Kansas and attended school there until transferring to Clifton for her senior year. She went on to attend LPN school in Beloit and then RN school at Cloud County Community College.

Julie used her RN degree in nursing homes, working at Park Villa in Clyde, Kansas and Presbyterian Manor in Salina, Kansas.

She loved animals, especially cats. The first cat she had was a Siamese named Tinkerbell. She also had a registered Persian named Missy. She loved kids and traveling. In her younger years, she was described as a hippy, loving long hair and bellbottoms. She had a special relationship with her Grandma Goldie.&nbsp;

Julie is survived by her son, Jeremy (Shandi) Slater; grandchildren, Madison Knox, Maison Slater, and Mia Slater; mother, Sonia DeRusseau; brother, Marc DeRusseau (Kayleen); nephew, Beau DeRusseau (Mollie); niece Danielle Lambert (Michael); great-nephews, Kane Lambert and Deacon Lambert; and uncle Brad Warren (Kathy).

She was preceded in death by her father, Calvin “Rex” DeRusseau, and grandparents, Jule and Goldie DeRusseau and LaVerne and Marie Warren.

A memorial service will be held at Chaput Mortuary in Clyde, Kansas, on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., with Pastor Bob Burns officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Clyde, Kansas. The family requests casual dress.

Memorial contributions may be given to Park Villa Nursing Home in the care of Chaput Mortuary, PO Box 291, Clyde, KS 66938. &nbsp;For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Julie Slater January 30, 1960 ~ November 5, 2022Julie Slater, 62, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on November 5, 2022. She was born on January 30, 1960, to parents Calvin “Rex” and Sonia (Warren) DeRusseau.She grew up in Clyde, Kansas and attended school there until transferring to Clifton for her senior year. She went on to attend LPN school in Beloit and then RN school at Cloud County Community College.Julie used her RN degree in nursing homes, working at Park Villa in Clyde, Kansas and Presbyterian Manor in Salina, Kansas.She loved animals, especially cats. The first cat she had was a Siamese named Tinkerbell. She also had a registered Persian named Missy. She loved kids and traveling. In her younger years, she was described as a hippy, loving long hair and bellbottoms. She had a special relationship with her Grandma Goldie.&nbsp;Julie is survived by her son, Jeremy (Shandi) Slater; grandchildren, Madison Knox, Maison Slater, and Mia Slater; mother, Sonia DeRusseau; brother, Marc DeRusseau (Kayleen); nephew, Beau DeRusseau (Mollie); niece Danielle Lambert (Michael); great-nephews, Kane Lambert and Deacon Lambert; and uncle Brad Warren (Kathy).She was preceded in death by her father, Calvin “Rex” DeRusseau, and grandparents, Jule and Goldie DeRusseau and LaVerne and Marie Warren.A memorial service will be held at Chaput Mortuary in Clyde, Kansas, on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., with Pastor Bob Burns officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Clyde, Kansas. The family requests casual dress.Memorial contributions may be given to Park Villa Nursing Home in the care of Chaput Mortuary, PO Box 291, Clyde, KS 66938. &nbsp;For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Julie Slater

Joan Ruth (Durr) White July 27, 1941 ~ November 2, 2023

Joan Ruth White, 82, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023, in Wilson, KS. She was born July 27, 1941 in Ellsworth, KS to Earl and Helen (Katzenmeier) Durr. A longtime resident of Holyrood, KS, Joan was a member of the St. Peter Lutheran Church and a home health care provider. After the passing of her first husband, Richard Dale Zorn, she married Weldon White. 

Joan is survived by her sons, Richard Zorn, Jr. and wife Kellie of Chase, KS, David White of Texas, and Scott White and wife Teri of Ellinwood, KS; grandchildren, Jennifer Zorn, Heather Jeffery and husband Roman, Steven Zorn, Kylee and Braxton White, Donnie White, Sheila Pitchford and husband Josh, and Dylan White; and great-grandchildren, Koralie, Lincoln, Kallen, Lakyn, Auroura, and Kinsleigh. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Richard Zorn and Weldon White; daughter, Sharri Zorn; grandson, Michael Zorn; and sister, Marilyn Long. 

A graveside memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, November 10, 2023, at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery of Holyrood. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Great Bend Humane Society, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joan-White/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joan-White/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Joan Ruth (Durr) White, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joan-White/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure>Joan Ruth (Durr) White July 27, 1941 ~ November 2, 2023Joan Ruth White, 82, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023, in Wilson, KS. She was born July 27, 1941 in Ellsworth, KS to Earl and Helen (Katzenmeier) Durr. A longtime resident of Holyrood, KS, Joan was a member of the St. Peter Lutheran Church and a home health care provider. After the passing of her first husband, Richard Dale Zorn, she married Weldon White. Joan is survived by her sons, Richard Zorn, Jr. and wife Kellie of Chase, KS, David White of Texas, and Scott White and wife Teri of Ellinwood, KS; grandchildren, Jennifer Zorn, Heather Jeffery and husband Roman, Steven Zorn, Kylee and Braxton White, Donnie White, Sheila Pitchford and husband Josh, and Dylan White; and great-grandchildren, Koralie, Lincoln, Kallen, Lakyn, Auroura, and Kinsleigh. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Richard Zorn and Weldon White; daughter, Sharri Zorn; grandson, Michael Zorn; and sister, Marilyn Long. A graveside memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, November 10, 2023, at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery of Holyrood. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Great Bend Humane Society, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joan-White/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joan-White/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Joan Ruth (Durr) White, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Joan-White/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Joan Ruth (Durr) White

Dustin A. Petty August 7, 1979 ~ November 2, 2023

Dustin A. Petty, 44, passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2023, in Ellsworth County. He was born August 7, 1979, in Topeka, KS, to Randall Joe and Carman (Flott) Petty. He met Kayla Maze in July of 2014. After enjoying 5 years together, they were united in marriage in Ellsworth on July 5, 2019. 

Dustin had a larger-than-life personality. He put his heart into anything and everything he did. If he set his mind to something, you could be sure it was going to be done big and loud. He was an incredibly proud father and husband and had a heart almost as big as his appetite. 

Dustin would give the shirt off his back to anyone and was a wonderful and dependable friend to so many. He could never be sent to the store if an ingredient was urgently needed as he’d get sidetracked and eventually end up back at home without the item, but instead with 3 camels and a horse that he had somehow managed to barter for with someone who crossed his path! 

He had a passion for Harleys and dreamt of owning one someday. In July, he made his dream a reality and spent many evenings enjoying the open air on his very first one. He also loved hunting, although recently admitted, “Maybe it’s not my thing,” when he continually missed his “lopsided buck,” usually only by minutes, according to his game cams. 

However, he loved the peace and quiet of nature, clearing his head and being still while waiting on the “big one.” To sum him up, Dustin was one of a kind. He had many friends and family whom he loved fiercely and will be painfully missed by everyone he’s touched in his short lifetime. 

Dustin is survived by his wife Kayla of Ellsworth; children, Joseph Petty, Jacob Maze, Brayden Rodriguez, Finley Petty, and Hazel Petty; mother, Carman Allen (James) of Holton, KS; sister Karra Petty (Hannah) of Overland Park, KS; twin brother, Dallas Joe Petty (Melissa) of Leonardville, KS; several nieces and nephews, and a multitude of friends that he considered family. He was preceded in death by his father, Randall. 

A celebration of life service will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 1 p.m., at High Jinks Rec Club in Ellsworth. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Dustin Petty Memorial Fund, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

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 </figure>Dustin A. Petty August 7, 1979 ~ November 2, 2023Dustin A. Petty, 44, passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2023, in Ellsworth County. He was born August 7, 1979, in Topeka, KS, to Randall Joe and Carman (Flott) Petty. He met Kayla Maze in July of 2014. After enjoying 5 years together, they were united in marriage in Ellsworth on July 5, 2019. Dustin had a larger-than-life personality. He put his heart into anything and everything he did. If he set his mind to something, you could be sure it was going to be done big and loud. He was an incredibly proud father and husband and had a heart almost as big as his appetite. Dustin would give the shirt off his back to anyone and was a wonderful and dependable friend to so many. He could never be sent to the store if an ingredient was urgently needed as he’d get sidetracked and eventually end up back at home without the item, but instead with 3 camels and a horse that he had somehow managed to barter for with someone who crossed his path! He had a passion for Harleys and dreamt of owning one someday. In July, he made his dream a reality and spent many evenings enjoying the open air on his very first one. He also loved hunting, although recently admitted, “Maybe it’s not my thing,” when he continually missed his “lopsided buck,” usually only by minutes, according to his game cams. However, he loved the peace and quiet of nature, clearing his head and being still while waiting on the “big one.” To sum him up, Dustin was one of a kind. He had many friends and family whom he loved fiercely and will be painfully missed by everyone he’s touched in his short lifetime. Dustin is survived by his wife Kayla of Ellsworth; children, Joseph Petty, Jacob Maze, Brayden Rodriguez, Finley Petty, and Hazel Petty; mother, Carman Allen (James) of Holton, KS; sister Karra Petty (Hannah) of Overland Park, KS; twin brother, Dallas Joe Petty (Melissa) of Leonardville, KS; several nieces and nephews, and a multitude of friends that he considered family. He was preceded in death by his father, Randall. A celebration of life service will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 1 p.m., at High Jinks Rec Club in Ellsworth. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Dustin Petty Memorial Fund, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

Dustin A. Petty

Gordon Dale Strunk March 24, 1928 ~ October 27, 2023

Gordon Dale Strunk was born March 24, 1928, south of Abilene, Kansas. He was welcomed into God’s arms, passing away peacefully on October 27, 2023, at home in Talmage, Kansas. 

He spent his boyhood years in the New Basel community, attending rural schools and graduating from Abilene High School in 1946. Upon graduation, Gordon embarked on a lifetime of work centered around agriculture, such as farming and livestock feed sales. 

He was a talented motor grader operator and timber logger, skills he passed on to his sons and grandsons. He retired at age 85. After retirement, he enjoyed listening to the songbirds, watching baseball and rodeo on TV, sitting on the screened porch in the summer, near the wood stove in the winter, frequent visits with neighbors, and daily afternoon refreshments. 

Not much of a traveler, Dickinson County was his world. As long as he could see the prairie’s horizon, that was all the vacation he needed. If you knew Gordon, you heard him sing. He sang every single day! He had a song in his heart and an appropriate one for every occasion, usually old hymns, country western, or American standards. If a song came to mind, he sang it out! 

As Dad to seven, fatherhood came naturally to Gordon. He guided with advice like, “We’ll know more come the 4th of July”, “nothing that a little Sunday School won’t cure”, “Pay Attention!” and often, “Put a smile on your face!” Gordon was preceded in death by his parents, Aaron and Ella, first wife Margaret, infant grandson Christopher Loftus, and his best friend and brother-in-law, Delmar Curran. 

He is survived by DeAnne, his devoted wife of 54 years; his sister Rosella Curran; and his seven children: Kay Hoffman (Bob) of Hope, KS; Tim Strunk of Abilene, KS; Max Strunk of Ft Lauderdale, FL; Sue Krenger (Mike) of Oklahoma City, OK, Jan Sexton (Ted) of Abilene KS, Andy Strunk (Angie) of Abilene KS, and Sara Steppe (Dean) of Wakefield KS. He is also survived by a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Although Gordon led a simple and modest life, his legacy is rich in kindness, rich in faith, and rich in love. 

A private graveside service is planned for the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Shiloh Ranch Ministries or Hospice of Dickinson County c/o Danner Funeral Home. A celebration of life will Saturday, November 4, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Talmage Library and Event Center. 

Some glad morning when this life is over, I’ll fly away. To a home on God’s celestial shore, I’ll fly away.

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 </figure>Gordon Dale Strunk March 24, 1928 ~ October 27, 2023Gordon Dale Strunk was born March 24, 1928, south of Abilene, Kansas. He was welcomed into God’s arms, passing away peacefully on October 27, 2023, at home in Talmage, Kansas. He spent his boyhood years in the New Basel community, attending rural schools and graduating from Abilene High School in 1946. Upon graduation, Gordon embarked on a lifetime of work centered around agriculture, such as farming and livestock feed sales. He was a talented motor grader operator and timber logger, skills he passed on to his sons and grandsons. He retired at age 85. After retirement, he enjoyed listening to the songbirds, watching baseball and rodeo on TV, sitting on the screened porch in the summer, near the wood stove in the winter, frequent visits with neighbors, and daily afternoon refreshments. Not much of a traveler, Dickinson County was his world. As long as he could see the prairie’s horizon, that was all the vacation he needed. If you knew Gordon, you heard him sing. He sang every single day! He had a song in his heart and an appropriate one for every occasion, usually old hymns, country western, or American standards. If a song came to mind, he sang it out! As Dad to seven, fatherhood came naturally to Gordon. He guided with advice like, “We’ll know more come the 4th of July”, “nothing that a little Sunday School won’t cure”, “Pay Attention!” and often, “Put a smile on your face!” Gordon was preceded in death by his parents, Aaron and Ella, first wife Margaret, infant grandson Christopher Loftus, and his best friend and brother-in-law, Delmar Curran. He is survived by DeAnne, his devoted wife of 54 years; his sister Rosella Curran; and his seven children: Kay Hoffman (Bob) of Hope, KS; Tim Strunk of Abilene, KS; Max Strunk of Ft Lauderdale, FL; Sue Krenger (Mike) of Oklahoma City, OK, Jan Sexton (Ted) of Abilene KS, Andy Strunk (Angie) of Abilene KS, and Sara Steppe (Dean) of Wakefield KS. He is also survived by a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Although Gordon led a simple and modest life, his legacy is rich in kindness, rich in faith, and rich in love. A private graveside service is planned for the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Shiloh Ranch Ministries or Hospice of Dickinson County c/o Danner Funeral Home. A celebration of life will Saturday, November 4, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Talmage Library and Event Center. Some glad morning when this life is over, I’ll fly away. To a home on God’s celestial shore, I’ll fly away.

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