Phyllis R Cyphers, 82 years of age, of Concordia passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on October 5, 1941, in Concordia, Kansas to Lloyd and Ilene (Bray) McGinnis.

Phyllis was a 1959 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp;

On April 23, 1961, she married Richard “Dick” L. Cyphers in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;They celebrated 61 years of marriage this past April of 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this Union three children were born, Eric, Stephanie, and Jeff.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dick preceded Phyllis in death on July 17, 2022.

Phyllis and Dick were area farmer’s until moving into town in 1988.

She was a past member of the Elks and Moose Lodge, both of Concordia.

Phyllis’s hobbies included crocheting, sewing, and making porcelain dolls.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also enjoyed going to Tuesday coffee club at Marls Joy’s.

Survivors include her beloved JoJo of the home in Concordia, KS; son, Eric Cyphers (Meliss), Yucaipa, CA; daughter, Stephanie Scheele (Jeff), Bennington, KS; son, Jeff Cyphers, Jamestown, KS.

Sister-in-law, Patricia Wright (Dee), Palm Harbor, FL.

9 grandchildren, Callie (Marc), Tami (Daniel), Kimi (Christopher), Brittany (Daniel), Lucas, Linsey, Deric (Jasmyn), Brittany and Marissa; 8 great-grandchildren, Aiden, Lee, Owen, Lexie, Reagan, Dillon, Clayton, and Kensley.

She was preceded by her husband, Dick, parents, Lloyd, and Ilene.

Visitation will be held from 1-8 p.m., Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6-7 pm.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas. The burial of the cremains will take place later in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Concordia Senior Center or MS Society, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Phyllis R Cyphers, 82 years of age, of Concordia passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on October 5, 1941, in Concordia, Kansas to Lloyd and Ilene (Bray) McGinnis.Phyllis was a 1959 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp;On April 23, 1961, she married Richard “Dick” L. Cyphers in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;They celebrated 61 years of marriage this past April of 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this Union three children were born, Eric, Stephanie, and Jeff.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dick preceded Phyllis in death on July 17, 2022.Phyllis and Dick were area farmer’s until moving into town in 1988.She was a past member of the Elks and Moose Lodge, both of Concordia.Phyllis’s hobbies included crocheting, sewing, and making porcelain dolls.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also enjoyed going to Tuesday coffee club at Marls Joy’s.Survivors include her beloved JoJo of the home in Concordia, KS; son, Eric Cyphers (Meliss), Yucaipa, CA; daughter, Stephanie Scheele (Jeff), Bennington, KS; son, Jeff Cyphers, Jamestown, KS.Sister-in-law, Patricia Wright (Dee), Palm Harbor, FL.9 grandchildren, Callie (Marc), Tami (Daniel), Kimi (Christopher), Brittany (Daniel), Lucas, Linsey, Deric (Jasmyn), Brittany and Marissa; 8 great-grandchildren, Aiden, Lee, Owen, Lexie, Reagan, Dillon, Clayton, and Kensley.She was preceded by her husband, Dick, parents, Lloyd, and Ilene.Visitation will be held from 1-8 p.m., Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6-7 pm.A Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, Kansas. The burial of the cremains will take place later in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be given to the Concordia Senior Center or MS Society, in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

Phyllis R Cyphers

Jareta Lou Peck was surrounded by family when she passed away on Wednesday, October 18th, 2023, in Salina, Ks, at the age of 90.

Jareta was born in Amherst, Texas, on September 18th, 1933. She met the love of her life, Rex Peck, and they were married in Huntsville, AR on June 29th, 1953.

Through their 70 years of wedded bliss, Jareta’s most treasured memories were made up of being a homemaker for Rex and their five girls. Jareta was a loving mother, active in Girl Scouts, coaching in bowling, and always being there to show her support for her daughters.

Jareta spent her spare time as the Editor for the Assaria newspaper, and after the girls left home, she worked at Dillard’s. After retirement, Jareta was able to travel with Rex. They enjoyed trips to Hawaii and the infamous Clarke Sander’s Baseball trips which they attended together with friends for many summers. When they weren’t traveling you could find her playing Bingo, which she took very seriously.

As time and health allowed, Jareta loved supporting and spending as much time as she could with her 12 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. The love she had for her grandchildren, and great grandchildren, was immeasurable. What a proud wife, mother, and grandmother she was, she loved the family she had created!

Earlier this year Jareta became a resident of the Holiday Resort Health &amp; Rehab of Salina, as well as Interim Healthcare. On behalf of the family, a special thank you to both agencies for the kindness, loving care and friendship so freely given to our wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her family also extends gratitude to the iHop staff who gave her and Rex so much love and joy over the years.

She is Survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Rex Peck of Salina, KS; daughters, Pam (Garry) Ring of Salina. KS, Debbie Monroe of Salina, KS, Julie (Matt) Griffiths of Solomon, KS, Lori (Erik) Hulse of Norman, OK, Marci Gawith of Salina, KS; grandchildren, Gayla (Lukas) Crane, Andrew (Shawna) Monroe, Scott (Jessica) Vinduska, Kyle (Melissa) Norlin, Randi (John) Thompson, Nate (Katie) Hulse, Patric (Samantha) Mailau, Jenna Mailau, Kori (Dominic) Powell, Asi Mailau, Bradley Gawith, and Emilee Gawith; and 18 great grandchildren.

Preceeded in death by; son, Roger Peck; son in-law, Greg Vinduska; and beloved dog, CoCo.

Memorial Services will be on Thursday, October 26 at 11:00 AM in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel with inurnment in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Luncheon will follow in the Roselawn Friendship Room. Donations can be made to the family in care of Roselawn Mortuary, 1920 E. Crawford Salina, Ks 67401.

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

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 </figure>Jareta Lou Peck was surrounded by family when she passed away on Wednesday, October 18th, 2023, in Salina, Ks, at the age of 90.Jareta was born in Amherst, Texas, on September 18th, 1933. She met the love of her life, Rex Peck, and they were married in Huntsville, AR on June 29th, 1953.Through their 70 years of wedded bliss, Jareta’s most treasured memories were made up of being a homemaker for Rex and their five girls. Jareta was a loving mother, active in Girl Scouts, coaching in bowling, and always being there to show her support for her daughters.Jareta spent her spare time as the Editor for the Assaria newspaper, and after the girls left home, she worked at Dillard’s. After retirement, Jareta was able to travel with Rex. They enjoyed trips to Hawaii and the infamous Clarke Sander’s Baseball trips which they attended together with friends for many summers. When they weren’t traveling you could find her playing Bingo, which she took very seriously.As time and health allowed, Jareta loved supporting and spending as much time as she could with her 12 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. The love she had for her grandchildren, and great grandchildren, was immeasurable. What a proud wife, mother, and grandmother she was, she loved the family she had created!Earlier this year Jareta became a resident of the Holiday Resort Health &amp; Rehab of Salina, as well as Interim Healthcare. On behalf of the family, a special thank you to both agencies for the kindness, loving care and friendship so freely given to our wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her family also extends gratitude to the iHop staff who gave her and Rex so much love and joy over the years.She is Survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Rex Peck of Salina, KS; daughters, Pam (Garry) Ring of Salina. KS, Debbie Monroe of Salina, KS, Julie (Matt) Griffiths of Solomon, KS, Lori (Erik) Hulse of Norman, OK, Marci Gawith of Salina, KS; grandchildren, Gayla (Lukas) Crane, Andrew (Shawna) Monroe, Scott (Jessica) Vinduska, Kyle (Melissa) Norlin, Randi (John) Thompson, Nate (Katie) Hulse, Patric (Samantha) Mailau, Jenna Mailau, Kori (Dominic) Powell, Asi Mailau, Bradley Gawith, and Emilee Gawith; and 18 great grandchildren.Preceeded in death by; son, Roger Peck; son in-law, Greg Vinduska; and beloved dog, CoCo.Memorial Services will be on Thursday, October 26 at 11:00 AM in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel with inurnment in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Luncheon will follow in the Roselawn Friendship Room. Donations can be made to the family in care of Roselawn Mortuary, 1920 E. Crawford Salina, Ks 67401.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.roselawnsalina.com/" target="_blank">www.roselawnsalina.com</a>

Jareta Lou Peck 

Robert "Bob" E. Lloyd, 80, of Salina passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023. He was born November 19, 1942, in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Ellsworth and Elene (Sweany)Lloyd.

Robert graduated from Minneapolis High School in Minneapolis, Kansas. He served three years in the United States Navy. He was employed with Southwestern Bell Telephone for over Forty years until retiring. Robert enjoyed hunting and golfing. He also enjoyed watching sports and supported the Kansas State Wildcats, Kansas City Chiefs and St Louis Cardinals. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family on vacations to Disney World and cruises.

Robert married Marilyn (Peterson) on February 27, 1966. She survives. Other survivors include their daughters, Karla Huffman of Topeka, Kansas and Melissa Carver (Bruce) of Wichita, Kansas; grandchildren, Katelyn Huffman, Jake Huffman, Jackson Huffman, and Karsyn Carver.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Ellsworth and Elene Lloyd; brother, Gail Lloyd; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harlow and Leota Peterson.

His family will be celebrating his life and saying their final good-byes at a private memorial service with military honors at the Fairview Cemetery Ada.

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 </figure>Robert "Bob" E. Lloyd, 80, of Salina passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023. He was born November 19, 1942, in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Ellsworth and Elene (Sweany)Lloyd.Robert graduated from Minneapolis High School in Minneapolis, Kansas. He served three years in the United States Navy. He was employed with Southwestern Bell Telephone for over Forty years until retiring. Robert enjoyed hunting and golfing. He also enjoyed watching sports and supported the Kansas State Wildcats, Kansas City Chiefs and St Louis Cardinals. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family on vacations to Disney World and cruises.Robert married Marilyn (Peterson) on February 27, 1966. She survives. Other survivors include their daughters, Karla Huffman of Topeka, Kansas and Melissa Carver (Bruce) of Wichita, Kansas; grandchildren, Katelyn Huffman, Jake Huffman, Jackson Huffman, and Karsyn Carver.Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Ellsworth and Elene Lloyd; brother, Gail Lloyd; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harlow and Leota Peterson.His family will be celebrating his life and saying their final good-byes at a private memorial service with military honors at the Fairview Cemetery Ada.

Robert "Bob" E. Lloyd

Rosalie P. (Appelhans) Heier, 87, of Hoxie, KS, passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Sheridan County Long Term Care. She was born the eighth of ten children, in St. Peter, on August 20, 1936, to Joseph J. and Katherine (Richmeier) Appelhans. At the young age of 17, while at a wedding she met a handsome man, Jacob J. Heier, whom she married on May 3, 1954, in St. Peter. Jake and Rosie enjoyed going to dances, they were members of the Sunflower Polka Club which kept them busy on the weekends. They led many wedding marches for family and friends. She was a member of St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church and served on the sodality committee.

Rosie was an excellent cook and worked as a lunch lady for Hoxie school district. Losing her mother at 16, created a strong bond between her and her siblings. Throughout the years, they gathered and hosted their own birthday celebrations. It got loud around the table with their laughter while they played cards and wahoo. In her spare time, she grew an exceptional garden, canned, sewed and crocheted each one of her grandchildren an afghan blanket for their high school graduation and many doilies for gifts. Family was immensely important to Rosie, she made many memories with her grandchildren, allowing them to win at uno games, trouble, and dominos. Hoxie fair time was a highlight for Rosie because her family always found a way to get together. Jake and Rosie volunteered their time at the scrambler for many years. They always made sure their grandchildren had an extra-long ride.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jake; parents; infant children, Robert and Carol; sisters, Eleanor Dinkel, Mary Evers, Sister Gilberta Appelhans, Clara Dinkel, Louella Zerr; brothers, Alfred Appelhans, Edwin Appelhans, Kenneth Appelhans, and Ralph Appelhans; grandson Lane Vickers; and infant granddaughter.

Left to mourn her passing, son, Richard Heier and wife Glenda; daughter, Debra Vickers and husband Kelly, all of Hoxie, Norma LeHew, of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Aimee Vickers, Kelsi Bartlett (Adam), Jamie Hoyt (Chris), Trisha Hoover, Jordan Vickers (Erika), Andrew Hoover, Kara Scott (Bronson), and Corey Heier; great-grandchildren, Taelynn, Eislee and McKinley Scott, Lyla Vang, Grayson, Jovie, Emery and Julian Bartlett, Alexa Vickers, Kaitlin and Lennan Hoyt, Jameson Hoover; sisters-in-law; Darlene Appelhans and Doris Appelhans.

Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Mickey Leopold Funeral Home with vigil and rosary at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, October 27, 2023, at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church with Fr. Vincent Thu Laing. Burial will follow at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sheridan County Benefit Walk or Sheridan County Amusement Company and sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740

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 </figure>Rosalie P. (Appelhans) Heier, 87, of Hoxie, KS, passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Sheridan County Long Term Care. She was born the eighth of ten children, in St. Peter, on August 20, 1936, to Joseph J. and Katherine (Richmeier) Appelhans. At the young age of 17, while at a wedding she met a handsome man, Jacob J. Heier, whom she married on May 3, 1954, in St. Peter. Jake and Rosie enjoyed going to dances, they were members of the Sunflower Polka Club which kept them busy on the weekends. They led many wedding marches for family and friends. She was a member of St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church and served on the sodality committee.Rosie was an excellent cook and worked as a lunch lady for Hoxie school district. Losing her mother at 16, created a strong bond between her and her siblings. Throughout the years, they gathered and hosted their own birthday celebrations. It got loud around the table with their laughter while they played cards and wahoo. In her spare time, she grew an exceptional garden, canned, sewed and crocheted each one of her grandchildren an afghan blanket for their high school graduation and many doilies for gifts. Family was immensely important to Rosie, she made many memories with her grandchildren, allowing them to win at uno games, trouble, and dominos. Hoxie fair time was a highlight for Rosie because her family always found a way to get together. Jake and Rosie volunteered their time at the scrambler for many years. They always made sure their grandchildren had an extra-long ride.She is preceded in death by her husband, Jake; parents; infant children, Robert and Carol; sisters, Eleanor Dinkel, Mary Evers, Sister Gilberta Appelhans, Clara Dinkel, Louella Zerr; brothers, Alfred Appelhans, Edwin Appelhans, Kenneth Appelhans, and Ralph Appelhans; grandson Lane Vickers; and infant granddaughter.Left to mourn her passing, son, Richard Heier and wife Glenda; daughter, Debra Vickers and husband Kelly, all of Hoxie, Norma LeHew, of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Aimee Vickers, Kelsi Bartlett (Adam), Jamie Hoyt (Chris), Trisha Hoover, Jordan Vickers (Erika), Andrew Hoover, Kara Scott (Bronson), and Corey Heier; great-grandchildren, Taelynn, Eislee and McKinley Scott, Lyla Vang, Grayson, Jovie, Emery and Julian Bartlett, Alexa Vickers, Kaitlin and Lennan Hoyt, Jameson Hoover; sisters-in-law; Darlene Appelhans and Doris Appelhans.Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Mickey Leopold Funeral Home with vigil and rosary at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, October 27, 2023, at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church with Fr. Vincent Thu Laing. Burial will follow at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sheridan County Benefit Walk or Sheridan County Amusement Company and sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740

Rosalie P. (Appelhans) Heier

James “Jim” R. Fendt, 82, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at his home in McPherson.&nbsp; He was a retired United States Postal Carrier and had served in the United States Air Force.

Jim was born on November 19, 1940, in Watertown, WI, the son of Raymond and Loretta Fendt.&nbsp; He graduated from Watertown High School.&nbsp; On February 23, 1963, Jim was united in marriage to Karen Sue Wells at St. Joseph Catholic Church, McPherson.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children, Rhonda, Paula, and Phil.&nbsp; Jim and Karen were married for 42 years prior to Karen’s passing on November 26, 2005.

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC).

Survivors include: his three children, Rhonda (Scott) Wedel of Gardner, KS, Paula (Scott) Davis of McPherson, KS, and Phil Fendt of Aurora, NE; grandchildren, Matthew (Crystal) Wedel, Justin (Dani) Wedel, Tyler (Taylor) Davis, Tyson Davis, Emily (Cody) Delk, and Nolan Fendt; great-grandchildren, Ben, Harrison, Ewan, Hugh, Leah, Josie, Bowen, Waylon, and one on the way; and many extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and siblings, Shirley Lauderback, Katherine Schlender and an infant brother.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Monday, October 23, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rosary following at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Benjamin Shockey officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp; Attendees are welcome to wear clothing that Jim would appreciate, such as Green Bay Packers attire.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Meals on Wheels, McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) for the community Thanksgiving/Christmas dinners, or the McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>James “Jim” R. Fendt, 82, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at his home in McPherson.&nbsp; He was a retired United States Postal Carrier and had served in the United States Air Force.Jim was born on November 19, 1940, in Watertown, WI, the son of Raymond and Loretta Fendt.&nbsp; He graduated from Watertown High School.&nbsp; On February 23, 1963, Jim was united in marriage to Karen Sue Wells at St. Joseph Catholic Church, McPherson.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children, Rhonda, Paula, and Phil.&nbsp; Jim and Karen were married for 42 years prior to Karen’s passing on November 26, 2005.He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC).Survivors include: his three children, Rhonda (Scott) Wedel of Gardner, KS, Paula (Scott) Davis of McPherson, KS, and Phil Fendt of Aurora, NE; grandchildren, Matthew (Crystal) Wedel, Justin (Dani) Wedel, Tyler (Taylor) Davis, Tyson Davis, Emily (Cody) Delk, and Nolan Fendt; great-grandchildren, Ben, Harrison, Ewan, Hugh, Leah, Josie, Bowen, Waylon, and one on the way; and many extended family members and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and siblings, Shirley Lauderback, Katherine Schlender and an infant brother.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Monday, October 23, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rosary following at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Benjamin Shockey officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp; Attendees are welcome to wear clothing that Jim would appreciate, such as Green Bay Packers attire.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Meals on Wheels, McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) for the community Thanksgiving/Christmas dinners, or the McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

James “Jim” R. Fendt

Stella Krannawitter, 98, Hoxie, KS passed away on October 17th, at Prairie Senior Living Center in Colby, KS. She was born April 21, 1925, in Grinnell, KS to John and Mary (Ostmeyer) Bixenman. Stella attended Pleasant Ridge School, a country school north of Grinnell, Kansas along with her four siblings.

In Stella’s younger years, she lived on her parents’ farm north of Grinnell. She later met Ed (Eddie) Krannawitter at a dance, and they were married in Angelus, Ks. They celebrated 50 years of marriage until Eddie’s death in July of 1996. Together, Eddie and Stella farmed and raised livestock on their homestead located SW of Hoxie where they raised eight children.

Stella was a housewife, but she was also a very active partner in farming and ranching. She enjoyed sewing, baking, and visiting family and friends. She spent many hours cooking and baking pastries for her family and the Hoxie community. She always had cinnamon rolls in her freezer ready to go.

Survivors include her three daughters, Karen Kraft (Jerry), Salina, KS, LaDonna Bell (Wally), Helena MT and Kathy Vaughn (Rick), Colby, KS; three surviving sons, Terry Krannawitter (Sylvia), Hays, KS, Keith Krannawitter (Cheri), Olathe, KS and Bill Krannawitter, Enid, OK; son-in-law, Lynn McBride Paola, KS, daughter-in-law Deanna Krannawitter Olathe, KS brother Bill Bixenman of Grinnell, KS and many loved grand, great- grand, and great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by parents; her husband, Ed Krannawitter; two children, Jane McBride, and Mark Krannawitter; granddaughter, Mandy Bell; great grandson, Eddie Mendez; sister, Doris Manhart; and brothers, Fred and Joe Bixenman.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 am, October 21, 2023, at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, KS with burial at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, October 20, 2023, from 2:00 pm until 7:00 pm with family receiving friends from 5:30 pm. The Vigil Service will start at 7:00 pm. Visitation and Vigil Service at the Mickey-Leopold funeral Home, Hoxie, KS. Memorials are suggested to the Mandy Bell Endowment St. Peter’s Heath Foundation in memory of granddaughter, Mandy Bell and Library for the Blind-Norton and Emporia. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of concern and support may be left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

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 </figure>Stella Krannawitter, 98, Hoxie, KS passed away on October 17th, at Prairie Senior Living Center in Colby, KS. She was born April 21, 1925, in Grinnell, KS to John and Mary (Ostmeyer) Bixenman. Stella attended Pleasant Ridge School, a country school north of Grinnell, Kansas along with her four siblings.In Stella’s younger years, she lived on her parents’ farm north of Grinnell. She later met Ed (Eddie) Krannawitter at a dance, and they were married in Angelus, Ks. They celebrated 50 years of marriage until Eddie’s death in July of 1996. Together, Eddie and Stella farmed and raised livestock on their homestead located SW of Hoxie where they raised eight children.Stella was a housewife, but she was also a very active partner in farming and ranching. She enjoyed sewing, baking, and visiting family and friends. She spent many hours cooking and baking pastries for her family and the Hoxie community. She always had cinnamon rolls in her freezer ready to go.Survivors include her three daughters, Karen Kraft (Jerry), Salina, KS, LaDonna Bell (Wally), Helena MT and Kathy Vaughn (Rick), Colby, KS; three surviving sons, Terry Krannawitter (Sylvia), Hays, KS, Keith Krannawitter (Cheri), Olathe, KS and Bill Krannawitter, Enid, OK; son-in-law, Lynn McBride Paola, KS, daughter-in-law Deanna Krannawitter Olathe, KS brother Bill Bixenman of Grinnell, KS and many loved grand, great- grand, and great-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by parents; her husband, Ed Krannawitter; two children, Jane McBride, and Mark Krannawitter; granddaughter, Mandy Bell; great grandson, Eddie Mendez; sister, Doris Manhart; and brothers, Fred and Joe Bixenman.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 am, October 21, 2023, at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, KS with burial at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, October 20, 2023, from 2:00 pm until 7:00 pm with family receiving friends from 5:30 pm. The Vigil Service will start at 7:00 pm. Visitation and Vigil Service at the Mickey-Leopold funeral Home, Hoxie, KS. Memorials are suggested to the Mandy Bell Endowment St. Peter’s Heath Foundation in memory of granddaughter, Mandy Bell and Library for the Blind-Norton and Emporia. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of concern and support may be left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Stella Krannawitter

Arthur Mythias House, 21, of Janesville, WI, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at the Navy Regional Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA.&nbsp; He was an active duty Pharmacy Technician in the United States Navy.

Arthur was born on February 3, 2002.&nbsp; He graduated from J.A. Craig High School in Janesville, WI and the Medical Education &amp; Training Campus at Fort Sam Houston, TX.&nbsp;

On October 11, 2022, Arthur was united in marriage to Haley Lychelle Schafer.&nbsp;

Survivors include: his wife, Haley of Virginia Beach, VA; parents, Dontae House, Mikki Spaeth, and Trina Benter, all of Janesville, WI; uncle, Tyrone Murry of Beloit, WI; grandmother, Twana House of Beloit, WI; great-grandmother, Minnie Murry of Beloit, WI; parents-in-law, David &amp; Sheryl Schafer of McPherson, KS; brothers-in-law, Dustin Schafer and Nick (Ashley) Schafer, all of McPherson, KS; many nieces &amp; nephews, cousins, other extended family members and friends.

The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, October 23, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to Big Brothers Big Sisters in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>Arthur Mythias House, 21, of Janesville, WI, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at the Navy Regional Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA.&nbsp; He was an active duty Pharmacy Technician in the United States Navy.Arthur was born on February 3, 2002.&nbsp; He graduated from J.A. Craig High School in Janesville, WI and the Medical Education &amp; Training Campus at Fort Sam Houston, TX.&nbsp;On October 11, 2022, Arthur was united in marriage to Haley Lychelle Schafer.&nbsp;Survivors include: his wife, Haley of Virginia Beach, VA; parents, Dontae House, Mikki Spaeth, and Trina Benter, all of Janesville, WI; uncle, Tyrone Murry of Beloit, WI; grandmother, Twana House of Beloit, WI; great-grandmother, Minnie Murry of Beloit, WI; parents-in-law, David &amp; Sheryl Schafer of McPherson, KS; brothers-in-law, Dustin Schafer and Nick (Ashley) Schafer, all of McPherson, KS; many nieces &amp; nephews, cousins, other extended family members and friends.The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, October 23, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at McPherson Cemetery.Memorial donations can be made to Big Brothers Big Sisters in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Arthur Mythias House

Patricia Camarena-Bishop&nbsp;was born February 24, 1959, in Salina, Kansas to Rudolph Camarena and Mary Camarena. She passed away on October 13th surrounded by her loved ones.

Patti was very well known for being a hard-working, independent, generous, and loving woman, mother and grandmother. She worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield for over 20 years and made lots of friends during her time there. After retirement, she spent her time at home with her animals that she loved so deeply and spent quality time with her family.

Survivors include her four siblings, Greg Camarena of Larned, Bob Camarena (Mary Kay) of Overland Park, Cathy Hadorn (David) of Salina and Maria Looney (Jeff) of Salina and her daughter Stacey Powell of Salina and her three grandchildren Alexis and Addison Powell of Salina and Andruw Bishop of Wichita.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rudolph, and Mary Camarena; her sister, Linda Schumacher; her son CJ Bishop; her sister-in-law Joy L. Camarena; her nephew Christopher R. Camarena, son of Bob and Mary Kay Camarena.

A visitation will be held at Ryan Mortuary on Monday, October 23rd at 10:00 AM. Followed by the service at 11:00 AM.

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Patricia-Camarena-Bishop/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Patricia-Camarena-Bishop/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Patricia Camarena-Bishop, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Patricia-Camarena-Bishop/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Patricia Camarena-Bishop</figcaption>
 </figure>Patricia Camarena-Bishop&nbsp;was born February 24, 1959, in Salina, Kansas to Rudolph Camarena and Mary Camarena. She passed away on October 13th surrounded by her loved ones.Patti was very well known for being a hard-working, independent, generous, and loving woman, mother and grandmother. She worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield for over 20 years and made lots of friends during her time there. After retirement, she spent her time at home with her animals that she loved so deeply and spent quality time with her family.Survivors include her four siblings, Greg Camarena of Larned, Bob Camarena (Mary Kay) of Overland Park, Cathy Hadorn (David) of Salina and Maria Looney (Jeff) of Salina and her daughter Stacey Powell of Salina and her three grandchildren Alexis and Addison Powell of Salina and Andruw Bishop of Wichita.She was preceded in death by her parents, Rudolph, and Mary Camarena; her sister, Linda Schumacher; her son CJ Bishop; her sister-in-law Joy L. Camarena; her nephew Christopher R. Camarena, son of Bob and Mary Kay Camarena.A visitation will be held at Ryan Mortuary on Monday, October 23rd at 10:00 AM. Followed by the service at 11:00 AM.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Patricia-Camarena-Bishop/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Patricia-Camarena-Bishop/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Patricia Camarena-Bishop, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Patricia-Camarena-Bishop/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Patricia Camarena-Bishop

Bernard Wayne Duskie, 89, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023.&nbsp; He was born April 23, 1934 in Beloit, KS to Joseph and Bernice (Kelley) Duskie.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bradley Duskie; brother, Robert “Jerry” Duskie; and sister Patricia Duskie Winkel and her husband Jerry Winkel.

He leaves to mourn his wife, Bonnie; son, Michael; granddaughter, Breanna Huen (Chuck); grandsons, Ryan Duskie (Brandi), Drew Duskie (Shannon), Mason Duskie; granddaughter, Caitlin Duskie; sister-in-law, Joyce Duskie; several great-grandchildren, including one special great-granddaughter, Ashlynd Rossi Lou Huen who was a great joy to him; and many nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 612 12th St., Cawker City. Inurnment will be in Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery, Cawker City.

Memorials may be made to the family.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Bernard Wayne Duskie, 89, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023.&nbsp; He was born April 23, 1934 in Beloit, KS to Joseph and Bernice (Kelley) Duskie.He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bradley Duskie; brother, Robert “Jerry” Duskie; and sister Patricia Duskie Winkel and her husband Jerry Winkel.He leaves to mourn his wife, Bonnie; son, Michael; granddaughter, Breanna Huen (Chuck); grandsons, Ryan Duskie (Brandi), Drew Duskie (Shannon), Mason Duskie; granddaughter, Caitlin Duskie; sister-in-law, Joyce Duskie; several great-grandchildren, including one special great-granddaughter, Ashlynd Rossi Lou Huen who was a great joy to him; and many nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 612 12th St., Cawker City. Inurnment will be in Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery, Cawker City.Memorials may be made to the family.&nbsp;

Bernard Wayne Duskie

Margarita Arias, 89, of Salina, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023.&nbsp; She was born in Zacatecas, Mexico, on January 26, 1934, to Nicolas Gurrola and Rita Castanon-Sierra. &nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Arias; son, Nicholas; brother, Pedro Gurrola; sister, Clarita Gurrola.

She is survived by her children, Manuel Arias, Pedro Arias, and Aniceto Arias, Luz Olguin, Tania Arias, Rosa Arias, Maria Banda, Blanca Arias, Margarita Arias, Carmen DeLeon, and Ana Gonzalez; siblings, Alejandrina Gurrola, Rafael Carrillo, and Esperanza Carrillo; 34 grandkids, 45 great grandkids and 3 great great grandkids.

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 </figure>Margarita Arias, 89, of Salina, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023.&nbsp; She was born in Zacatecas, Mexico, on January 26, 1934, to Nicolas Gurrola and Rita Castanon-Sierra. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Arias; son, Nicholas; brother, Pedro Gurrola; sister, Clarita Gurrola.She is survived by her children, Manuel Arias, Pedro Arias, and Aniceto Arias, Luz Olguin, Tania Arias, Rosa Arias, Maria Banda, Blanca Arias, Margarita Arias, Carmen DeLeon, and Ana Gonzalez; siblings, Alejandrina Gurrola, Rafael Carrillo, and Esperanza Carrillo; 34 grandkids, 45 great grandkids and 3 great great grandkids.

Margarita Arias

Michelle Azada Burns, 54, of Salina, died Sunday (October 15, 2023) at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.

She was born on February 3, 1969 in Wahiawa, Hawaii. Michelle graduated from Leilehua High School in Wahiawa and had worked in Japan as a teachers assistant.

She married Steven Kelly Burns on August 4, 1992 in Wahiawa, Hawaii. They lived in&nbsp;Joint Base Lewis-McChord prior to moving to Salina, Kansas in 2011.

While living in Salina, Michelle had been a substitute teacher and para professional.

Survivors include her husband Steven of the home; children Erika Wegele of Manhattan, Ks., Zachary Burns of Salina, Dakota Burns of Wichita, Ks., Cheyenne Burns and Brittany Burns both of Salina; four grandchildren Kaliope Wegele, Dakota Burns, Jr., Landan Burns, and Wynton Wegele.

Michelle is also survived by her mother Liza Littao; father and step-mother Robert and Vinda Littao; and brother Robert Littao, Jr. all of Whitemore Village, Hawaii; sisters Carmen Dudoit of San Diego, Calif., Ruby Littao of Maui, Hawii, Betty Littao of Las Vegas, Nev., Christine Jenks of Maui, Gail Littao, Sharlene Littao, Vanessa Merhtens, and Beverly Littao all of Whitmore Village.

Services are pending and will be announced by Affordable Cremations Plus, Wichita, Ks.

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 </figure>Michelle Azada Burns, 54, of Salina, died Sunday (October 15, 2023) at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.She was born on February 3, 1969 in Wahiawa, Hawaii. Michelle graduated from Leilehua High School in Wahiawa and had worked in Japan as a teachers assistant.She married Steven Kelly Burns on August 4, 1992 in Wahiawa, Hawaii. They lived in&nbsp;Joint Base Lewis-McChord prior to moving to Salina, Kansas in 2011.While living in Salina, Michelle had been a substitute teacher and para professional.Survivors include her husband Steven of the home; children Erika Wegele of Manhattan, Ks., Zachary Burns of Salina, Dakota Burns of Wichita, Ks., Cheyenne Burns and Brittany Burns both of Salina; four grandchildren Kaliope Wegele, Dakota Burns, Jr., Landan Burns, and Wynton Wegele.Michelle is also survived by her mother Liza Littao; father and step-mother Robert and Vinda Littao; and brother Robert Littao, Jr. all of Whitemore Village, Hawaii; sisters Carmen Dudoit of San Diego, Calif., Ruby Littao of Maui, Hawii, Betty Littao of Las Vegas, Nev., Christine Jenks of Maui, Gail Littao, Sharlene Littao, Vanessa Merhtens, and Beverly Littao all of Whitmore Village.Services are pending and will be announced by Affordable Cremations Plus, Wichita, Ks.

Michelle Azada Burns

Danny O’Dell, 76, a lifetime McPherson, KS resident, peacefully entered into his heavenly home in the early morning hours on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at McPherson Hospital.&nbsp;

Robert Danny O’Dell was born on August 3, 1947, in McPherson, KS, the son of Ivan Luther and Grace Bertagene “Jean” (Rife) O’Dell.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School in 1965.&nbsp; Danny attended Central College from 1965 to 1968 and McPherson College from 1968 to 1973, graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree.&nbsp; On June 4, 1972, Danny was united in marriage to Janet S. “Jan” Rolander in McPherson.&nbsp; They were married over 41 years prior to Jan’s passing on November 22, 2014.

Danny owned and operated O’Dell’s Laundry.&nbsp; He started working there as a teenager, riding in and driving a truck. He sold O’Dell’s Laundry on June 30, 2013.

Danny was very active in the Scouting program.&nbsp; He joined Cub Scouts in September of 1955.&nbsp; He went through the ranks from Cubbing to the Arrow of Light rank, the highest achievement of Cub Scouting, and joined Troop 117 as a Boy Scout in the fall of 1958.&nbsp; He went through the required Boy Scout ranks to Eagle Scout, which is the highest achievement attainable in the Scouts BSA program of the Boy Scouts of America. He completed the Eagle Scout Service project in July of 1965.&nbsp; He also earned an additional award above the Eagle rank, the Bronze Palm.&nbsp; He was also selected to be a member of Order of the Arrow, and within this organization, he was nominated and elected for the Vigil Honor.&nbsp; In adulthood, he continued to be active by being a Lifesaving Merit Badge counselor and assistant Scout leader for Webelos.

On July 10, 2008, Danny was involved in a car wreck, losing mobility.&nbsp; Over the years, he has overcome many obstacles due to the wreck.&nbsp; In that same year, he lost his right eye due to cancer.

Danny was a former member of McPherson Free Methodist Church and current member of First United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Since 2015, he has volunteered at First United Methodist Church, making sure the building’s needs were met.&nbsp; For example, he would make sure the doors were locked.&nbsp; Since June 1, 2018, he was put in charge of all the building operations, becoming the Facilities Administrator.

Danny is survived by his brother, David (Evy) O’Dell of McPherson, KS; children, Timothy (Heather) O’Dell of Minneapolis, MN, Will O’Dell of Topeka, KS, and Sheila O’Dell of Kansas City, KS; two nieces, Crystal Clobes and children, Acacia and Adie, and Rozalynn (Ken) Frey and children, Lilly, Cooper, Carter, and Caris; special friends, Gene &amp; Sheryl Railsback and their daughters, Juli and Gina; Royal &amp; Kimber Mellinger and their children, Doralynn &amp; Nickolas; Renee Nilson and her children, Katherine (Jordan) Howard and Connor Nilson; and Brian &amp; Sheila Billings and their children, Anastasia and Xavier; numerous grandchildren; and the ContinuCare staff, Sandy Hopp Edwards, Sherri Horun, Cinda Sue Rogers, Tammi Walker, and Cici Alstatt.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivan &amp; Jean O’Dell; wife, Jan O’Dell; and sister-in-law, Jaymie O’Dell.

A graveside service will be held at 9:30 AM, Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Lyons Municipal Cemetery followed by a celebration of life service at 11:00 AM, Thursday, at First United Methodist Church, McPherson.&nbsp;

Memorial donations can be made to Circles of McPherson County, First United Methodist Church (for scholarships for summer camp), or Boy Scouts of America Troop 117 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>Danny O’Dell, 76, a lifetime McPherson, KS resident, peacefully entered into his heavenly home in the early morning hours on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at McPherson Hospital.&nbsp;Robert Danny O’Dell was born on August 3, 1947, in McPherson, KS, the son of Ivan Luther and Grace Bertagene “Jean” (Rife) O’Dell.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School in 1965.&nbsp; Danny attended Central College from 1965 to 1968 and McPherson College from 1968 to 1973, graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree.&nbsp; On June 4, 1972, Danny was united in marriage to Janet S. “Jan” Rolander in McPherson.&nbsp; They were married over 41 years prior to Jan’s passing on November 22, 2014.Danny owned and operated O’Dell’s Laundry.&nbsp; He started working there as a teenager, riding in and driving a truck. He sold O’Dell’s Laundry on June 30, 2013.Danny was very active in the Scouting program.&nbsp; He joined Cub Scouts in September of 1955.&nbsp; He went through the ranks from Cubbing to the Arrow of Light rank, the highest achievement of Cub Scouting, and joined Troop 117 as a Boy Scout in the fall of 1958.&nbsp; He went through the required Boy Scout ranks to Eagle Scout, which is the highest achievement attainable in the Scouts BSA program of the Boy Scouts of America. He completed the Eagle Scout Service project in July of 1965.&nbsp; He also earned an additional award above the Eagle rank, the Bronze Palm.&nbsp; He was also selected to be a member of Order of the Arrow, and within this organization, he was nominated and elected for the Vigil Honor.&nbsp; In adulthood, he continued to be active by being a Lifesaving Merit Badge counselor and assistant Scout leader for Webelos.On July 10, 2008, Danny was involved in a car wreck, losing mobility.&nbsp; Over the years, he has overcome many obstacles due to the wreck.&nbsp; In that same year, he lost his right eye due to cancer.Danny was a former member of McPherson Free Methodist Church and current member of First United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Since 2015, he has volunteered at First United Methodist Church, making sure the building’s needs were met.&nbsp; For example, he would make sure the doors were locked.&nbsp; Since June 1, 2018, he was put in charge of all the building operations, becoming the Facilities Administrator.Danny is survived by his brother, David (Evy) O’Dell of McPherson, KS; children, Timothy (Heather) O’Dell of Minneapolis, MN, Will O’Dell of Topeka, KS, and Sheila O’Dell of Kansas City, KS; two nieces, Crystal Clobes and children, Acacia and Adie, and Rozalynn (Ken) Frey and children, Lilly, Cooper, Carter, and Caris; special friends, Gene &amp; Sheryl Railsback and their daughters, Juli and Gina; Royal &amp; Kimber Mellinger and their children, Doralynn &amp; Nickolas; Renee Nilson and her children, Katherine (Jordan) Howard and Connor Nilson; and Brian &amp; Sheila Billings and their children, Anastasia and Xavier; numerous grandchildren; and the ContinuCare staff, Sandy Hopp Edwards, Sherri Horun, Cinda Sue Rogers, Tammi Walker, and Cici Alstatt.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivan &amp; Jean O’Dell; wife, Jan O’Dell; and sister-in-law, Jaymie O’Dell.A graveside service will be held at 9:30 AM, Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Lyons Municipal Cemetery followed by a celebration of life service at 11:00 AM, Thursday, at First United Methodist Church, McPherson.&nbsp;Memorial donations can be made to Circles of McPherson County, First United Methodist Church (for scholarships for summer camp), or Boy Scouts of America Troop 117 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>.

Danny O’Dell

Donna Kilcoyne-Isaacson, age 79, passed away on October 4, 2023. She was born on January 19, 1944, in Lincoln, Kansas, to the late John Thomas (Jack) Kilcoyne and Grace Mae Cromwell.

Donna's life was characterized by devotion to her family, her love for animals, and her dedication to her work. Her biggest priority and love in life was her family. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Lincoln, Kansas. She married John Isaacson in Lincoln, Kansas, on June 1, 1963. Several years later, Donna married Perry West on July 15, 1995.

Donna earned her license in cosmetology in Manhattan, Kansas. She worked as a hairdresser for several years. When her daughters, Lisa and Kimberly, were born, Donna shifted her focus to being a full-time wife and mom, providing a loving and nurturing home for her family.

Donna later worked as an administrative assistant at Marymount College in Salina, Kansas. Donna then transitioned to a position as a teacher's assistant at Lincoln High School, providing support and encouragement to all her students.

Donna attended Bel Air Baptist church and later Trinity United Methodist Church, both in Salina, Kansas.

Donna's life was a testament to her quiet strength and love for others. She leaves a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love that will continue to inspire those who truly knew her.

Donna is survived by her daughters, Kimberly Gwin and husband Jon of Salina, Kansas, and Lisa Green and husband Kent of Lucas, Texas. John and Donna have 9 grandchildren… Spencer Gwin and wife Jane of Lawrence, Kansas; Rhett Enriquez-Gwin of Kansas City; Jordan Green of Denton, Texas; Seth Gwin of Lawrence, Kansas; Sierra Gwin and fiancé Garrett House of Hays, Kansas; Ryan Green of Dallas, Texas; Rachel Lawler and husband Aidan of Boston Massachusetts; John Green of Carrolton Texas, and Rebekah Green of Plano Texas. Donna is also survived by her niece, Betty Kilcoyne-Eilert, and her extended family and friends, who will remember her fondly. She will be deeply missed but forever cherished in our hearts.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Grace Kilcoyne, and her husbands, John Isaacson and Perry West; her brother, Thomas Kilcoyne; and her niece, Karen Kilcoyne-Sporn.

Graveside services will be private in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Salina, KS.

In lieu of flowers, mom wanted me to make a donation to a charity that benefits animals. Mom loved animals and her pets and farm animals always gave her such joy. If you would like to donate, you can send a check to: Lisa Green 1800 Lynn Lane Lucas Tx 75002 Thank you!!!

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

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 </figure>Donna Kilcoyne-Isaacson, age 79, passed away on October 4, 2023. She was born on January 19, 1944, in Lincoln, Kansas, to the late John Thomas (Jack) Kilcoyne and Grace Mae Cromwell.Donna's life was characterized by devotion to her family, her love for animals, and her dedication to her work. Her biggest priority and love in life was her family. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Lincoln, Kansas. She married John Isaacson in Lincoln, Kansas, on June 1, 1963. Several years later, Donna married Perry West on July 15, 1995.Donna earned her license in cosmetology in Manhattan, Kansas. She worked as a hairdresser for several years. When her daughters, Lisa and Kimberly, were born, Donna shifted her focus to being a full-time wife and mom, providing a loving and nurturing home for her family.Donna later worked as an administrative assistant at Marymount College in Salina, Kansas. Donna then transitioned to a position as a teacher's assistant at Lincoln High School, providing support and encouragement to all her students.Donna attended Bel Air Baptist church and later Trinity United Methodist Church, both in Salina, Kansas.Donna's life was a testament to her quiet strength and love for others. She leaves a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love that will continue to inspire those who truly knew her.Donna is survived by her daughters, Kimberly Gwin and husband Jon of Salina, Kansas, and Lisa Green and husband Kent of Lucas, Texas. John and Donna have 9 grandchildren… Spencer Gwin and wife Jane of Lawrence, Kansas; Rhett Enriquez-Gwin of Kansas City; Jordan Green of Denton, Texas; Seth Gwin of Lawrence, Kansas; Sierra Gwin and fiancé Garrett House of Hays, Kansas; Ryan Green of Dallas, Texas; Rachel Lawler and husband Aidan of Boston Massachusetts; John Green of Carrolton Texas, and Rebekah Green of Plano Texas. Donna is also survived by her niece, Betty Kilcoyne-Eilert, and her extended family and friends, who will remember her fondly. She will be deeply missed but forever cherished in our hearts.She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Grace Kilcoyne, and her husbands, John Isaacson and Perry West; her brother, Thomas Kilcoyne; and her niece, Karen Kilcoyne-Sporn.Graveside services will be private in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Salina, KS.In lieu of flowers, mom wanted me to make a donation to a charity that benefits animals. Mom loved animals and her pets and farm animals always gave her such joy. If you would like to donate, you can send a check to: Lisa Green 1800 Lynn Lane Lucas Tx 75002 Thank you!!!Local arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.roselawnsalina.com/" target="_blank">www.roselawnsalina.com</a>.Thanks,

Donna Kilcoyne-Isaacson

Lee H. Gale, age 71, passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023, surrounded by his family at the Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born in Concordia, Kansas on June 17, 1952, to Dr. Mark Ernest and Jane (Boyd) Gale.

Lee graduated from Concordia High School in 1970.&nbsp; He then went on to graduate from Kansas State University in 1974 with a bachelor’s degree in political science.

He married Terri Williams on January 3, 1976, in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union two daughters were born Nicki and Nanci.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lee and Terri were united in marriage for 40 years.

Lee was an operational manager for several retail department stores.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1993 he received his master’s degree in divinity from North America Baptist Seminary.&nbsp;&nbsp;After receiving his master’s in divinity, he served several congregations as a Methodist Pastor in the Dakota Conference.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lee’s motor coach service started for Ottertail Minn-Dakota Coaches.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later was a bus driver for Village Travel out of Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;His last and proudest bus driving position was for the Cloud County Community College Athletic Department.

He married his Concordia high school classmate Marla Joy Jorgensen on Aug. 12, 2017.

Lee was an avid Kansas State University, and Chiefs fan taking in all their games.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of all he truly enjoyed his Cloud County (Dirty Birds) sporting events.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lee was a connoisseur of coffee and would welcome anyone for a cup and visit.

Lee is survived by his two daughters, Nicki Gale-Youngberg (Christopher), Fergus Falls, MN; Nanci Wilson (Mark), Minto, ND; Their mother, Terri Shugrue (Tim), Callahan, FL; his two grandsons, Cooper Wilson, and Weston Youngberg; two nephews, Rich Smith, Topeka, KS; Rob Smith (Janelle), Henderson, TX; a niece, Pam Clark (Brad), Meriden, KS.

Lee was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Mark and Jane Gale, wife, Marla Joy Jorgensen, sister, Nancy Smith (who died two days before him), brother-in-law, Richard Smith and great niece, Lydia Clark.

It was Lee’s wish to be cremated and a graveside memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 20, 2023, at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas with Rev. Mark Crist officiating.&nbsp;

The family requests casual CCCC, KSU or KC Chiefs attire at the graveside.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Cloud County Community College Athletic Department in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/" target="_blank">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>

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 </figure>Lee H. Gale, age 71, passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023, surrounded by his family at the Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born in Concordia, Kansas on June 17, 1952, to Dr. Mark Ernest and Jane (Boyd) Gale.Lee graduated from Concordia High School in 1970.&nbsp; He then went on to graduate from Kansas State University in 1974 with a bachelor’s degree in political science.He married Terri Williams on January 3, 1976, in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union two daughters were born Nicki and Nanci.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lee and Terri were united in marriage for 40 years.Lee was an operational manager for several retail department stores.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1993 he received his master’s degree in divinity from North America Baptist Seminary.&nbsp;&nbsp;After receiving his master’s in divinity, he served several congregations as a Methodist Pastor in the Dakota Conference.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lee’s motor coach service started for Ottertail Minn-Dakota Coaches.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later was a bus driver for Village Travel out of Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;His last and proudest bus driving position was for the Cloud County Community College Athletic Department.He married his Concordia high school classmate Marla Joy Jorgensen on Aug. 12, 2017.Lee was an avid Kansas State University, and Chiefs fan taking in all their games.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of all he truly enjoyed his Cloud County (Dirty Birds) sporting events.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lee was a connoisseur of coffee and would welcome anyone for a cup and visit.Lee is survived by his two daughters, Nicki Gale-Youngberg (Christopher), Fergus Falls, MN; Nanci Wilson (Mark), Minto, ND; Their mother, Terri Shugrue (Tim), Callahan, FL; his two grandsons, Cooper Wilson, and Weston Youngberg; two nephews, Rich Smith, Topeka, KS; Rob Smith (Janelle), Henderson, TX; a niece, Pam Clark (Brad), Meriden, KS.Lee was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Mark and Jane Gale, wife, Marla Joy Jorgensen, sister, Nancy Smith (who died two days before him), brother-in-law, Richard Smith and great niece, Lydia Clark.There will be no formal visitation.It was Lee’s wish to be cremated and a graveside memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 20, 2023, at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas with Rev. Mark Crist officiating.&nbsp;The family requests casual CCCC, KSU or KC Chiefs attire at the graveside.In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Cloud County Community College Athletic Department in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/" target="_blank">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>

Lee H. Gale

Faith Catherine Brayton, 29, of Glasco, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on August 27, 1994, at home in rural Minneapolis to James and Penny Peters.

She met her future husband, Grady, in the third grade and they later became high school sweethearts. They married on January 19, 2019, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Concordia, Kansas.

Faith worked at the locker plant, and for a vet supply company before she started the job she loved most as a stay at home mom to her son Monty when he was born on February 18, 2021.

She cared for goats, chickens, had a garden, and loved creating things for her home. Her love of goats started when she and her sisters were gifted goats as small children. She turned it into a business, selling goat’s milk and making goat cheese. Faith could get animals to do things that most people couldn’t. She had a knack for catching bullfrogs and wild kittens.&nbsp;&nbsp;She wasn’t scared of anything, and it was a regular sight to see her come out of the chicken coop with a snake casually wrapped around her arm. She was routinely given animals that others did not know how to care for.

Faith had a heart of gold that was seen by the people around her and the animals she cared for. She was tough as nails. She was stepped on by a cow at the age of 2 and broke her neck falling from a buggy at age 17. She fought a hard but short battle after a Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer diagnosis on September 13, 2023.

Faith’s memory will be cherished by her husband, Grady Brayton; her son, Monty Brayton; her parents James (Donna) Peters, and Penny (Chris) Bell; her siblings, Aaron (Buffy) Peters, Brian (Ashton) Peters, Emily (Brian) Koster, Dewayne (Lauren) Hartzell, Cory (Torey) Peters, and Grace Peters; her many adored nieces and nephews, and numerous other family and loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law Carrie Brayton, and her grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Glasco High School in Glasco, Kansas at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Burial will follow at Glasco City Cemetery, Glasco, Kansas. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. before the service on October 21, 2023.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Faith Brayton Memorial Fund in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Faith Catherine Brayton, 29, of Glasco, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on August 27, 1994, at home in rural Minneapolis to James and Penny Peters.She met her future husband, Grady, in the third grade and they later became high school sweethearts. They married on January 19, 2019, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Concordia, Kansas.Faith worked at the locker plant, and for a vet supply company before she started the job she loved most as a stay at home mom to her son Monty when he was born on February 18, 2021.She cared for goats, chickens, had a garden, and loved creating things for her home. Her love of goats started when she and her sisters were gifted goats as small children. She turned it into a business, selling goat’s milk and making goat cheese. Faith could get animals to do things that most people couldn’t. She had a knack for catching bullfrogs and wild kittens.&nbsp;&nbsp;She wasn’t scared of anything, and it was a regular sight to see her come out of the chicken coop with a snake casually wrapped around her arm. She was routinely given animals that others did not know how to care for.Faith had a heart of gold that was seen by the people around her and the animals she cared for. She was tough as nails. She was stepped on by a cow at the age of 2 and broke her neck falling from a buggy at age 17. She fought a hard but short battle after a Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer diagnosis on September 13, 2023.Faith’s memory will be cherished by her husband, Grady Brayton; her son, Monty Brayton; her parents James (Donna) Peters, and Penny (Chris) Bell; her siblings, Aaron (Buffy) Peters, Brian (Ashton) Peters, Emily (Brian) Koster, Dewayne (Lauren) Hartzell, Cory (Torey) Peters, and Grace Peters; her many adored nieces and nephews, and numerous other family and loved ones.She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law Carrie Brayton, and her grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Glasco High School in Glasco, Kansas at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Burial will follow at Glasco City Cemetery, Glasco, Kansas. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. before the service on October 21, 2023.Memorial contributions may be given to the Faith Brayton Memorial Fund in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Faith Catherine Brayton

Dallas L. White passed away on October 10, 2023, at Wesley Hospital in Wichita, Kansas at age 86. He was born on October 29, 1936, in Salina, Kansas to John and Rosa (Muchow) White. He graduated from Culver High School with the Class of 1955. He started his working career with John Deere on May 16, 1955. His job lasted 28.5 years. Dallas learned a lot of his mechanic knowledge from his dad, John. As a kid he was always fixing or building something. He then opened J.D. Repair and sold it in 1996. He and Joan also sold Cub Cadet mowers at J.D. Repair. Dallas and Betty Joan Whisler met at the Jolly Mixers dance and married in Las Vegas August 17, 1991.

Dallas was preceded in death by parents, John and Rosa, and brothers Clyde and Dean. He is survived by his wife Joan; son Mike and his wife Terri; Stepdaughter Cris; Stepson Scott; Granddaughter Jamie; and two great grandkids Brayden and Trinady and a great-great- granddaughter Liberty. With his marriage to Joan, he was blessed with three stepchildren Brad, Dan, and Shelly, nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. They called him Grandpa Dallas. He was also survived by his brother Malcolm.

A celebration on Life will be held Friday October 20, 2023, at 10 am at Ryan Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorials to the Cardiac Nursing Department at Wesley Medical Center. www.ryanmortuary.com

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 </figure>Dallas L. White passed away on October 10, 2023, at Wesley Hospital in Wichita, Kansas at age 86. He was born on October 29, 1936, in Salina, Kansas to John and Rosa (Muchow) White. He graduated from Culver High School with the Class of 1955. He started his working career with John Deere on May 16, 1955. His job lasted 28.5 years. Dallas learned a lot of his mechanic knowledge from his dad, John. As a kid he was always fixing or building something. He then opened J.D. Repair and sold it in 1996. He and Joan also sold Cub Cadet mowers at J.D. Repair. Dallas and Betty Joan Whisler met at the Jolly Mixers dance and married in Las Vegas August 17, 1991.Dallas was preceded in death by parents, John and Rosa, and brothers Clyde and Dean. He is survived by his wife Joan; son Mike and his wife Terri; Stepdaughter Cris; Stepson Scott; Granddaughter Jamie; and two great grandkids Brayden and Trinady and a great-great- granddaughter Liberty. With his marriage to Joan, he was blessed with three stepchildren Brad, Dan, and Shelly, nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. They called him Grandpa Dallas. He was also survived by his brother Malcolm.A celebration on Life will be held Friday October 20, 2023, at 10 am at Ryan Mortuary.In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorials to the Cardiac Nursing Department at Wesley Medical Center. www.ryanmortuary.com

Dallas L. White

Michael Wayne Larson, 58, of Salina, KS, died on October 12, 2023. He was born on August 20, 1965, in Salina to Harold and Royanne (Young) Larson.

Michael loved traveling with his wife, Amy, taking trips on his motorcycle, and sharing his love of cars, motorcycles, and boats with his family.

Michael is survived by his wife, Amy Larson; daughter, Emma Larson-Bradley; mother, Royanne Larson; four sisters, Shelly Dye (Bill) of Montgomery, TX, Julie Claybaugh of Salina, KS, Cindy Boucek (Rich) of Ada, KS, and Dawn Hilty of Dallas, TX; and his 16 nieces and nephews and 8 great-nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Harold, and brother, Joe Larson.

The service will be held at Ryan Mortuary on Wednesday, October 18, at 2:30 PM with a graveside service to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army for the Toy Run, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Michael Wayne Larson, 58, of Salina, KS, died on October 12, 2023. He was born on August 20, 1965, in Salina to Harold and Royanne (Young) Larson.Michael loved traveling with his wife, Amy, taking trips on his motorcycle, and sharing his love of cars, motorcycles, and boats with his family.Michael is survived by his wife, Amy Larson; daughter, Emma Larson-Bradley; mother, Royanne Larson; four sisters, Shelly Dye (Bill) of Montgomery, TX, Julie Claybaugh of Salina, KS, Cindy Boucek (Rich) of Ada, KS, and Dawn Hilty of Dallas, TX; and his 16 nieces and nephews and 8 great-nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Harold, and brother, Joe Larson.The service will be held at Ryan Mortuary on Wednesday, October 18, at 2:30 PM with a graveside service to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army for the Toy Run, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Michael Wayne Larson

Leslie Leon Hemphill, fondly known as Les, aged 75, passed away in Concordia, Kansas on October 12, 2023. Born at home on December 29, 1947, to parents Alice Shaw Hemphill and Harrison Walter Hemphill in Chelsea, Oklahoma, Les embarked on a remarkable journey. 

He graduated from Claremore High School in 1966 and continued his educational pursuit at the University of Tulsa, where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling/Psychology in 1970. His passion for psychology led him to further achievements, culminating in a Master's Degree in Counseling/Psychology from the University of Kansas and a PhD in Counseling from Kansas State University.

In 1967, Les married Penelope Gabbard and to this union was born Melina C. Hemphill. They later divorced. In 1989, Les married Christy Hasch and to this union was born Sarah R. Hasch, Emily M. Hasch, and Rachel N. Hasch.

Les's professional path was diverse, beginning as a medic in Germany with the United States Army and concluding with a rich career as a psychologist, counselor, probation officer, and educator in Psychology. His service extended to roles such as Director of Advisement and Counseling at Cloud County Community College and Director of Graduate and Undergraduate Psychology Programs at the University of Saint Mary until his retirement in 2015.

Les served his community in multiple leadership roles. He served as negotiator on behalf of the Teacher’s Association at Cloud County Community College, wrote the grant that funded the Infant / Toddler Program in the North Central Kansas area, and acted as a trustee for the First United Methodist Church in Concordia. In 2013, Les was recognized by the National Academic Advising Association for his work as Chair of the Advising Graduate and Professional Students Commission.

Beyond his professional life, Les had a zest for photography, motorcycle rides, Spaghetti Westerns, Sci-fi movies, reading, extensive camping adventures, traveling, and, of course, the creation of "dad jokes." He claimed to know how to “perfectly fold a fitted sheet” but was never known to do the laundry at home. Sadly, he was unable to actualize his full musical potential as he was never able receive lessons on the autoharp despite advertising in the local newspaper. Les, an enthusiast of Aikido, proudly held a black belt in the martial art and delighted in culinary experiments, particularly his specialty, "wild pig" (spam), and the occasional grilled cucumber. Les fully enjoyed being a father to his four daughters, and was quick to correct strangers who mistook him for his daughters’ grandfather.

Les is preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Sarah. He is survived by his devoted wife, Christy, his brothers Randy Hemphill of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Donald Hemphill of Texas, as well as his cherished daughters, Melina, Emily, and Rachel, and his adored grandson, Gavin Massell.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023 from 1-8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6-7 PM at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 325 W. 6th&nbsp;Street, Concordia, KS 66901.

Services to celebrate Les's life will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Concordia on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Mark Crist officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorials be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, the Frank Carlson Library, or Cloud County Community College for Scholarship use.

For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com

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 </figure>Leslie Leon Hemphill, fondly known as Les, aged 75, passed away in Concordia, Kansas on October 12, 2023. Born at home on December 29, 1947, to parents Alice Shaw Hemphill and Harrison Walter Hemphill in Chelsea, Oklahoma, Les embarked on a remarkable journey. He graduated from Claremore High School in 1966 and continued his educational pursuit at the University of Tulsa, where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling/Psychology in 1970. His passion for psychology led him to further achievements, culminating in a Master's Degree in Counseling/Psychology from the University of Kansas and a PhD in Counseling from Kansas State University.In 1967, Les married Penelope Gabbard and to this union was born Melina C. Hemphill. They later divorced. In 1989, Les married Christy Hasch and to this union was born Sarah R. Hasch, Emily M. Hasch, and Rachel N. Hasch.Les's professional path was diverse, beginning as a medic in Germany with the United States Army and concluding with a rich career as a psychologist, counselor, probation officer, and educator in Psychology. His service extended to roles such as Director of Advisement and Counseling at Cloud County Community College and Director of Graduate and Undergraduate Psychology Programs at the University of Saint Mary until his retirement in 2015.Les served his community in multiple leadership roles. He served as negotiator on behalf of the Teacher’s Association at Cloud County Community College, wrote the grant that funded the Infant / Toddler Program in the North Central Kansas area, and acted as a trustee for the First United Methodist Church in Concordia. In 2013, Les was recognized by the National Academic Advising Association for his work as Chair of the Advising Graduate and Professional Students Commission.Beyond his professional life, Les had a zest for photography, motorcycle rides, Spaghetti Westerns, Sci-fi movies, reading, extensive camping adventures, traveling, and, of course, the creation of "dad jokes." He claimed to know how to “perfectly fold a fitted sheet” but was never known to do the laundry at home. Sadly, he was unable to actualize his full musical potential as he was never able receive lessons on the autoharp despite advertising in the local newspaper. Les, an enthusiast of Aikido, proudly held a black belt in the martial art and delighted in culinary experiments, particularly his specialty, "wild pig" (spam), and the occasional grilled cucumber. Les fully enjoyed being a father to his four daughters, and was quick to correct strangers who mistook him for his daughters’ grandfather.Les is preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Sarah. He is survived by his devoted wife, Christy, his brothers Randy Hemphill of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Donald Hemphill of Texas, as well as his cherished daughters, Melina, Emily, and Rachel, and his adored grandson, Gavin Massell.Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023 from 1-8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6-7 PM at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 325 W. 6th&nbsp;Street, Concordia, KS 66901.Services to celebrate Les's life will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Concordia on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Mark Crist officiating.In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorials be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, the Frank Carlson Library, or Cloud County Community College for Scholarship use.For online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com

Leslie Leon Hemphill

Elvin Dale Boss, 75, of Minneapolis passed away on October 10, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center with his children by his side. He was born on March 6, 1948, in Quinter, to Dale and Mary (Sword) Boss.

Elvin had an amazing gift of wit and humor, as well the gift of friendship that was shared by many that knew him. He graduated from Gove Rural High School in 1966, then attended Brown Mackie College in Salina. He worked for and retired from Exline, Inc. in Salina after 40 dedicated years.

Elvin loved music and sang with the Salina Barbershop Chorus for many years, as well as in the church choir at Bennington United Methodist Church, in which he was a member. He was a member of the Bennington Lions Club for many years, served as a volunteer EMT for Bennington and served on the Bennington City Council. He most recently was a member of the Minneapolis Evening Lions Club and got together regularly for morning coffee with his friends.

Elvin married Janet Condray in 1972 and later divorced. He then married Cherryl Adams-Boss in 2004, who preceded him in death in 2017. He was also preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his children, Eric Boss (Melissa) of Ellis, Genny Hall (Kevin) of Gypsum, and Carri Boss-Barry (Troy) of Bennington; step-children Jason Adams and Amy Levendofsky; sister Ardis Bareis (Bill); grandchildren, Emma and Eryn Boss, Emalie and Karson Hall, and Bailey, Nolan and Nora Barry; step-grandchildren, Meagan, Priscilla, Chloe, Ayden, Isaac, Cassandra; and the late Jose Esparza.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 15&nbsp;from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467. A graveside service will be at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis on Monday, October 16 at 11:00 A.M.

A special thank you to Fresenius Dialysis Center for the years he spent at dialysis and to the ICU staff at SHRC for his care in his final hours – we are indebted for your service.

Memorials may be made to the United Church of Bennington or the Minneapolis Evening Lions Club and may be left in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Elvin Dale Boss, 75, of Minneapolis passed away on October 10, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center with his children by his side. He was born on March 6, 1948, in Quinter, to Dale and Mary (Sword) Boss.Elvin had an amazing gift of wit and humor, as well the gift of friendship that was shared by many that knew him. He graduated from Gove Rural High School in 1966, then attended Brown Mackie College in Salina. He worked for and retired from Exline, Inc. in Salina after 40 dedicated years.Elvin loved music and sang with the Salina Barbershop Chorus for many years, as well as in the church choir at Bennington United Methodist Church, in which he was a member. He was a member of the Bennington Lions Club for many years, served as a volunteer EMT for Bennington and served on the Bennington City Council. He most recently was a member of the Minneapolis Evening Lions Club and got together regularly for morning coffee with his friends.Elvin married Janet Condray in 1972 and later divorced. He then married Cherryl Adams-Boss in 2004, who preceded him in death in 2017. He was also preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his children, Eric Boss (Melissa) of Ellis, Genny Hall (Kevin) of Gypsum, and Carri Boss-Barry (Troy) of Bennington; step-children Jason Adams and Amy Levendofsky; sister Ardis Bareis (Bill); grandchildren, Emma and Eryn Boss, Emalie and Karson Hall, and Bailey, Nolan and Nora Barry; step-grandchildren, Meagan, Priscilla, Chloe, Ayden, Isaac, Cassandra; and the late Jose Esparza.Visitation will be Sunday, October 15&nbsp;from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467. A graveside service will be at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis on Monday, October 16 at 11:00 A.M.A special thank you to Fresenius Dialysis Center for the years he spent at dialysis and to the ICU staff at SHRC for his care in his final hours – we are indebted for your service.Memorials may be made to the United Church of Bennington or the Minneapolis Evening Lions Club and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Elvin Dale Boss

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Marlin L. Ames, 99, of Salina, KS, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on October 6, 2023 – just two months shy of his 100th birthday.

Born on December 4, 1923, Marlin was the youngest of three children born to Ernest and Anna (nee Gebhard) Ames in Long Island, KS. From a young age, Marlin was a quick learner and valued education. His older sister, Dorothy, enjoyed playing school, where she had him so prepared that young Marlin skipped two grades, graduating from Long Island High School at the age of 16. Marlin worked several jobs before joining the Army Air Corps, where he was stationed in Italy during World War II. Upon fulfilling his military duties, Marlin enrolled at Kansas State Agricultural College (Kansas State University) to study electrical engineering. That is where he met the love of his life, Velma Paige. The two were married in 1948, and to this union, three children were born: Alan, Marla, and Kendi.

Marlin joined the US Postal Service in 1949 and served as Postmaster in Long Island, KS, then Downs, KS, until 1983. Following his retirement from the postal service, Marlin began a second career at Hartford Insurance, where he worked for the next 20 years. Never known to be idle, Marlin spent much of his leisure time woodworking, fishing, camping, and cheering on the ‘Cats. Marlin and Velma moved to Salina in 1988 and relocated from their home on Louise Lane to Eaglecrest Senior Living facility in 2016.

Marlin is survived by his wife of 75 years, Velma, of Salina; son Alan (Katy) Ames, Manhattan; and daughters Marla (Ken) Kuiper and Kendi (Brian) Carlgren, Salina; grandchildren Eric (Amy) Ames; Aron Ames; Malani Kuiper (Matthew Carey); Kaili Kuiper (Tom Fisher); Kim (Eli) Fort; Madison Carlgren; and Makenzi (Trey) Cullins; honorary grandson, Chris Senn; and six great-grandchildren. Marlin was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Richard Ames and wife Wilhelmina, and Dorothy Tubbs and husband Dale.

Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is in charge of the arrangements. Please consult the website for service and memorial details.

Please contact me at 785-577-5992 or by email if you have any questions. Thank you!

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 </figure>Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Marlin L. Ames, 99, of Salina, KS, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on October 6, 2023 – just two months shy of his 100th birthday.Born on December 4, 1923, Marlin was the youngest of three children born to Ernest and Anna (nee Gebhard) Ames in Long Island, KS. From a young age, Marlin was a quick learner and valued education. His older sister, Dorothy, enjoyed playing school, where she had him so prepared that young Marlin skipped two grades, graduating from Long Island High School at the age of 16. Marlin worked several jobs before joining the Army Air Corps, where he was stationed in Italy during World War II. Upon fulfilling his military duties, Marlin enrolled at Kansas State Agricultural College (Kansas State University) to study electrical engineering. That is where he met the love of his life, Velma Paige. The two were married in 1948, and to this union, three children were born: Alan, Marla, and Kendi.Marlin joined the US Postal Service in 1949 and served as Postmaster in Long Island, KS, then Downs, KS, until 1983. Following his retirement from the postal service, Marlin began a second career at Hartford Insurance, where he worked for the next 20 years. Never known to be idle, Marlin spent much of his leisure time woodworking, fishing, camping, and cheering on the ‘Cats. Marlin and Velma moved to Salina in 1988 and relocated from their home on Louise Lane to Eaglecrest Senior Living facility in 2016.Marlin is survived by his wife of 75 years, Velma, of Salina; son Alan (Katy) Ames, Manhattan; and daughters Marla (Ken) Kuiper and Kendi (Brian) Carlgren, Salina; grandchildren Eric (Amy) Ames; Aron Ames; Malani Kuiper (Matthew Carey); Kaili Kuiper (Tom Fisher); Kim (Eli) Fort; Madison Carlgren; and Makenzi (Trey) Cullins; honorary grandson, Chris Senn; and six great-grandchildren. Marlin was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Richard Ames and wife Wilhelmina, and Dorothy Tubbs and husband Dale.Ryan Mortuary, Salina, is in charge of the arrangements. Please consult the website for service and memorial details.Please contact me at 785-577-5992 or by email if you have any questions. Thank you!

Marlin L. Ames

Marlan Carroll Comfort, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, October 11th, 2023.

Marlan was born in Miltonvale, Kansas on October 15, 1940, a son of Florence Elizabeth (Simpson) and Carroll Dale Comfort.

He retired from the City of Miltonvale as the City Superintendent where he worked to support his farming habit. Farming and driving John Deere Tractors was the joy of his life.

On August 22, 2008, Marlan married Glendah Huff in Independence, Kansas.

Survivors include his wife, Glendah, of the home; and two daughters, Marla Hurst (Todd), of Salina, Kansas, and Cheryl Brewer (Matthew), of Independence, Kansas.

He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Kinneth (Josie), Zane (Rachel), Tyrel (Denae), Victoria (Elijah), Rusty (Dafne), Cory (Blanca), Molly, Zane (Megan), Zeke (Charity), Chase; 10 great grandchildren. Through his second marriage, he gained, 2 daughters, Robin Capps (Blake), of Hobe Sound, Florida, Rhoda Line (Bryan), of Kokomo, Indiana; sons, Randy Huff (Jane), of North Pole, Alaska, Rick Huff (Mary Ellen) of Hobe Sound, Florida, Robb Huff (Robyn), of Hobe Sound, Florida, Ron Huff, of Lawrence, Kansas; 16 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.

Marlan is also survived by a sister, Eileen Mitchem (Stephen), of Sioux City, Iowa and brother, Myron Comfort, of Marshfield, Missouri.

He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife and mother of his children, Jacquelyn "Jackie" Comfort.

Family will receive friends from 9:00 am - 10:00 am, Saturday, October 14th, at Living Hope Bible Methodist Church in Salina, and the funeral will follow at 10:00 am, with Pastor Todd Hurst officiating.

Burial will be at 12:00 pm, Saturday, October 14th, at Miltonvale Cemetery in Miltonvale.

Donations may be made to Living Hope Bible Methodist Church, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.

To send an online condolence, visit www.carlsonfh.net

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 </figure>Marlan Carroll Comfort, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, October 11th, 2023.Marlan was born in Miltonvale, Kansas on October 15, 1940, a son of Florence Elizabeth (Simpson) and Carroll Dale Comfort.He retired from the City of Miltonvale as the City Superintendent where he worked to support his farming habit. Farming and driving John Deere Tractors was the joy of his life.On August 22, 2008, Marlan married Glendah Huff in Independence, Kansas.Survivors include his wife, Glendah, of the home; and two daughters, Marla Hurst (Todd), of Salina, Kansas, and Cheryl Brewer (Matthew), of Independence, Kansas.He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Kinneth (Josie), Zane (Rachel), Tyrel (Denae), Victoria (Elijah), Rusty (Dafne), Cory (Blanca), Molly, Zane (Megan), Zeke (Charity), Chase; 10 great grandchildren. Through his second marriage, he gained, 2 daughters, Robin Capps (Blake), of Hobe Sound, Florida, Rhoda Line (Bryan), of Kokomo, Indiana; sons, Randy Huff (Jane), of North Pole, Alaska, Rick Huff (Mary Ellen) of Hobe Sound, Florida, Robb Huff (Robyn), of Hobe Sound, Florida, Ron Huff, of Lawrence, Kansas; 16 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.Marlan is also survived by a sister, Eileen Mitchem (Stephen), of Sioux City, Iowa and brother, Myron Comfort, of Marshfield, Missouri.He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife and mother of his children, Jacquelyn "Jackie" Comfort.Family will receive friends from 9:00 am - 10:00 am, Saturday, October 14th, at Living Hope Bible Methodist Church in Salina, and the funeral will follow at 10:00 am, with Pastor Todd Hurst officiating.Burial will be at 12:00 pm, Saturday, October 14th, at Miltonvale Cemetery in Miltonvale.Donations may be made to Living Hope Bible Methodist Church, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina.To send an online condolence, visit www.carlsonfh.net

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