Mark Steven Schmidt, 67, Solomon, Kansas, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.

Mark was born February 6, 1956, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of Cyril Patrick and Marie Bessie (Jira) Schmidt. He was a resident of Solomon, Kansas, for 19 years, moving from Colby, Kansas. A 1974 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, he graduated from&nbsp;Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education. He then began a career in Conservation Science which spanned 31 years and ended with him as a District Conservationist in Abilene, Kansas, retiring in 2014.

On July 14, 1984, he married Eilene Casey at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Throughout Mark’s life, he enjoyed playing and watching sports, fishing, hunting, and golfing. He enjoyed playing with all of his nephews and nieces.

Survivors include: his wife, Eilene Schmidt, Solomon, Kansas; four brothers, Gary Schmidt (Phyllis), La Crosse, Kansas, Joe Schmidt (Bernadette), Wamego, Kansas, John Schmidt (Suzanne), Hoisington, Kansas, and Richard Schmidt, La Crosse, Kansas; one sister, Mary Beth Wagner, Rush Center, Kansas; many nephews and nieces; and many close and lifelong friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Michael Schmidt, and Galen Schmidt; and two sisters, Judy Addams, and Debra Hollis.

The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers or plants, Eilene requests memorials to the American Kidney Fund or American Liver Foundation.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com">www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Mark Steven Schmidt, 67, Solomon, Kansas, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.Mark was born February 6, 1956, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of Cyril Patrick and Marie Bessie (Jira) Schmidt. He was a resident of Solomon, Kansas, for 19 years, moving from Colby, Kansas. A 1974 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, he graduated from&nbsp;Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education. He then began a career in Conservation Science which spanned 31 years and ended with him as a District Conservationist in Abilene, Kansas, retiring in 2014.On July 14, 1984, he married Eilene Casey at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Throughout Mark’s life, he enjoyed playing and watching sports, fishing, hunting, and golfing. He enjoyed playing with all of his nephews and nieces.Survivors include: his wife, Eilene Schmidt, Solomon, Kansas; four brothers, Gary Schmidt (Phyllis), La Crosse, Kansas, Joe Schmidt (Bernadette), Wamego, Kansas, John Schmidt (Suzanne), Hoisington, Kansas, and Richard Schmidt, La Crosse, Kansas; one sister, Mary Beth Wagner, Rush Center, Kansas; many nephews and nieces; and many close and lifelong friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Michael Schmidt, and Galen Schmidt; and two sisters, Judy Addams, and Debra Hollis.The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers or plants, Eilene requests memorials to the American Kidney Fund or American Liver Foundation.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com">www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Mark Steven Schmidt

Mary Anne Trickle, 82, passed away on Saturday, September 2 at the Brookdale Kirwin facility in Salina, Kansas. Mary Anne was born on May 24, 1941 in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of John Turner and Christine (Berger) Griffith of Hill City, Kansas.

Mary Anne spent the years of her childhood and youth in Hill City and graduated from elementary school and high school there.&nbsp; She graduated from Kansas State University in 1963 with a Bachelors Degree in Home Economics. She also received a Masters Degree from Kansas State in Curriculum and Instruction in 1976.

Mary Anne began a distinguished career in teaching in the autumn of 1963.&nbsp; She taught family and Consumer Sciences for thirty seven years in Salina Public Schools.&nbsp; Her first seven years were as an instructor at Salina South Junior High School, but when Salina High School South began in 1970-71 , she was chosen to teach Family and Consumer Sciences for the new high school.&nbsp; She was a department chairperson for thirty years until her retirement in 2000.

Mary Anne served the profession in many different roles.&nbsp; She was first and foremost an outstanding classroom teacher, and she was also an advocate for teachers and schools and most of all for students.&nbsp; She was president of NEA Salina and a delegate to many State Representative Assemblies in Topeka.&nbsp; In 1990 she was elected to be one of two delegates from Kansas to the National Education Association Board of Directors in Washington, D.C.. She spent many days and nights in our nation’s capitol.&nbsp; She served six years equaling two terms.

After her retirement from classroom teaching she ran for the Salina Board of Education and was the number one vote getter in the election of 2001.&nbsp; She served four terms totaling sixteen years on the board.&nbsp; Also, during this time she was a regional vice-president of the Kansas Association of School Boards.

Mary Anne had a great career as an educator and received many honors.&nbsp; In 1989 she was selected as a Kansas Master Teacher by Emporia State University.&nbsp; In 2006 she was inducted as a member of the Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame in Dodge City.&nbsp; In 2018 she received the Distinguished Service Alumni Award from the Kansas State College of Human Ecology at K.S.U..

On July 30, 1966 Mary Anne and Kenneth Trickle, Jr. were united in marriage in the United Methodist Church of Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp; They enjoyed fifty-seven years together.&nbsp; Those years were highlighted by many wonderful experiences.&nbsp; There was a trip to Europe in 1981, and most of all there were many vacations in Estes Park, Colorado.

Mary Anne was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She loved her church and the people of Trinity.&nbsp; She was a woman of faith and was highly respected and admired.&nbsp; She had charm and grace and most of all perhaps she was a person of compassion for all people.

She is survived by her husband Ken of the home, a sister Ruth Wintsch and her husband Fred at Wallingford, Connecticut, a sister –in-law Shirley Bailey Gibbs of Republican City, Nebraska; a sister –in-law Barbara Trickle of Basehor, Kansas; a cousin Ed Berger and his wife Carol of Hutchinson, Kansas; a cousin Rod Berger and his wife Judy of Halstead, Kansas; a cousin Kathy Poer and her husband Leroy Poer of Arlington, Texas; a nephew Steve Cebik of New Haven, Connecticut and a niece Sarah Walters of Cambridge, England.

A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church, Salina, on Saturday, September 16 at 2 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church, Chapman United Methodist Church, the Salina Education Foundation, or Interim Health Care and Hospice of Salina.

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 </figure>Mary Anne Trickle, 82, passed away on Saturday, September 2 at the Brookdale Kirwin facility in Salina, Kansas. Mary Anne was born on May 24, 1941 in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of John Turner and Christine (Berger) Griffith of Hill City, Kansas.Mary Anne spent the years of her childhood and youth in Hill City and graduated from elementary school and high school there.&nbsp; She graduated from Kansas State University in 1963 with a Bachelors Degree in Home Economics. She also received a Masters Degree from Kansas State in Curriculum and Instruction in 1976.Mary Anne began a distinguished career in teaching in the autumn of 1963.&nbsp; She taught family and Consumer Sciences for thirty seven years in Salina Public Schools.&nbsp; Her first seven years were as an instructor at Salina South Junior High School, but when Salina High School South began in 1970-71 , she was chosen to teach Family and Consumer Sciences for the new high school.&nbsp; She was a department chairperson for thirty years until her retirement in 2000.Mary Anne served the profession in many different roles.&nbsp; She was first and foremost an outstanding classroom teacher, and she was also an advocate for teachers and schools and most of all for students.&nbsp; She was president of NEA Salina and a delegate to many State Representative Assemblies in Topeka.&nbsp; In 1990 she was elected to be one of two delegates from Kansas to the National Education Association Board of Directors in Washington, D.C.. She spent many days and nights in our nation’s capitol.&nbsp; She served six years equaling two terms.After her retirement from classroom teaching she ran for the Salina Board of Education and was the number one vote getter in the election of 2001.&nbsp; She served four terms totaling sixteen years on the board.&nbsp; Also, during this time she was a regional vice-president of the Kansas Association of School Boards.Mary Anne had a great career as an educator and received many honors.&nbsp; In 1989 she was selected as a Kansas Master Teacher by Emporia State University.&nbsp; In 2006 she was inducted as a member of the Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame in Dodge City.&nbsp; In 2018 she received the Distinguished Service Alumni Award from the Kansas State College of Human Ecology at K.S.U..On July 30, 1966 Mary Anne and Kenneth Trickle, Jr. were united in marriage in the United Methodist Church of Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp; They enjoyed fifty-seven years together.&nbsp; Those years were highlighted by many wonderful experiences.&nbsp; There was a trip to Europe in 1981, and most of all there were many vacations in Estes Park, Colorado.Mary Anne was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She loved her church and the people of Trinity.&nbsp; She was a woman of faith and was highly respected and admired.&nbsp; She had charm and grace and most of all perhaps she was a person of compassion for all people.She is survived by her husband Ken of the home, a sister Ruth Wintsch and her husband Fred at Wallingford, Connecticut, a sister –in-law Shirley Bailey Gibbs of Republican City, Nebraska; a sister –in-law Barbara Trickle of Basehor, Kansas; a cousin Ed Berger and his wife Carol of Hutchinson, Kansas; a cousin Rod Berger and his wife Judy of Halstead, Kansas; a cousin Kathy Poer and her husband Leroy Poer of Arlington, Texas; a nephew Steve Cebik of New Haven, Connecticut and a niece Sarah Walters of Cambridge, England.A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church, Salina, on Saturday, September 16 at 2 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church, Chapman United Methodist Church, the Salina Education Foundation, or Interim Health Care and Hospice of Salina.

Mary Anne Trickle

Cammie Lee (Cole) Hines, 61, of Parker, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on September 3rd.

Cammie was born in Salina, KS on June 19, 1962. The oldest of three daughters that blessed the marriage of Ron and Shirley Cole (Townsend). Cammie was raised in Brookville, KS where she was an avid horseback rider. She could often be found helping her dad gather cattle in the surrounding pastures of their small community. Cammie often said that Brookville was the perfect small town to grow up in. She was the Salutatorian of the 1980 graduating class of Ell-Saline High School where she participated in; basketball, cheerleading, track and volleyball, while also being selected as a member of the National Honor Society.

After graduating high school Cammie attended Marymount College in nearby Salina where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree and attained the title of Registered Nurse. Cammie’s career in nursing spanned across five decades where she cared for thousands of patients. Cammie found her calling in the field of oncology where she specialized in providing care for countless patients battling cancer at both Olathe Medical Center and KU Med.

It was while working at Olathe Medical Center that Cammie met her husband, Jeff Hines, Sr. They were united together in marriage in 2000. Jeff and Cammie enjoyed traveling together throughout their marriage including annual trips to Canada with family and friends. Cammie enjoyed cheering on the Royals when they made their World Series runs and cheering on the Chiefs the past several years. She also had a special love for her yorkshire terriers. 

Cammie was preceded in death by her father, Ron Cole. She is survived by her husband JeffHines, Sr, mother Shirley Cole of Bavaria, sisters Darci Ditto (Troy) of Ottawa County, Mendee Fuller (Jason) of Salina, sons Keaton Hines of Olathe, Cody Holcom of Salina, Cole Holcom of Warrensburg, MO and step-children Jen Kelly of Linn Valley and Jeff Hines, Jr (Beth) of Parker

Services for Cammie will be held on Saturday, September 9th which will include a visitation to be held at the Eddy-Birchard Funeral Home in Osawatomie from 1-3pm and will be immediately followed by a graveside service at the Centerville Cemetery just east of Centerville, KS. To honor Cammie’s career as an RN specializing in oncology care the family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society.

Cammie Lee (Cole) Hines, 61, of Parker, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on September 3rd.Cammie was born in Salina, KS on June 19, 1962. The oldest of three daughters that blessed the marriage of Ron and Shirley Cole (Townsend). Cammie was raised in Brookville, KS where she was an avid horseback rider. She could often be found helping her dad gather cattle in the surrounding pastures of their small community. Cammie often said that Brookville was the perfect small town to grow up in. She was the Salutatorian of the 1980 graduating class of Ell-Saline High School where she participated in; basketball, cheerleading, track and volleyball, while also being selected as a member of the National Honor Society.After graduating high school Cammie attended Marymount College in nearby Salina where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree and attained the title of Registered Nurse. Cammie’s career in nursing spanned across five decades where she cared for thousands of patients. Cammie found her calling in the field of oncology where she specialized in providing care for countless patients battling cancer at both Olathe Medical Center and KU Med.It was while working at Olathe Medical Center that Cammie met her husband, Jeff Hines, Sr. They were united together in marriage in 2000. Jeff and Cammie enjoyed traveling together throughout their marriage including annual trips to Canada with family and friends. Cammie enjoyed cheering on the Royals when they made their World Series runs and cheering on the Chiefs the past several years. She also had a special love for her yorkshire terriers. Cammie was preceded in death by her father, Ron Cole. She is survived by her husband JeffHines, Sr, mother Shirley Cole of Bavaria, sisters Darci Ditto (Troy) of Ottawa County, Mendee Fuller (Jason) of Salina, sons Keaton Hines of Olathe, Cody Holcom of Salina, Cole Holcom of Warrensburg, MO and step-children Jen Kelly of Linn Valley and Jeff Hines, Jr (Beth) of ParkerServices for Cammie will be held on Saturday, September 9th which will include a visitation to be held at the Eddy-Birchard Funeral Home in Osawatomie from 1-3pm and will be immediately followed by a graveside service at the Centerville Cemetery just east of Centerville, KS. To honor Cammie’s career as an RN specializing in oncology care the family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society.

Cammie Lee (Cole) Hines

Virginia Kay (Stucky) Florian passed away on August 29, 2023, at her home in Wilson, KS, at the age of 72. She was born on April 3, 1951, to Benjamin and Elma (Krehbiel) Stucky in Moundridge, KS. She married Jerry Florian on April 19, 1970, and together they were blessed with three sons: Greg, David, and Brian.

Virginia grew up in Moundridge and graduated from Moundridge High School in 1969. She attended cosmetology school in Wichita and worked as a hairdresser for several years. She later went back to school to Barton Community College and became a Registered Dietician. She worked at Wilson Care and Rehab as a Dietician for many years. She and Jerry owned Florian Audio Visual which took them all over the United States working with many churches and schools, and even got to meet Dustin Hoffman and Michael Landon. Virginia also did silk screen printing for Eschbaugh Advertising and owned Grandma’s Soda Shop with Jerry in their latter years.

Virginia loved flowers, although she did not have a green thumb! She enjoyed baking, especially for the Czech Festival, and was famous for her bierocks and Kolaches. She loved spending time with her family, and her grandchildren and dog Daisy which were her pride and joy.

Virginia leaves behind her husband, Jerry of the home in Wilson; sons, Greg Florian of Wilson and Brian (Amanda) Florian of Wilson; 9 grandchildren: Brad Florian, Tyler Florian, Brittany (Jeff) Corpening, Sarah Florian, Zander Florian, Riley Florian, Andrew Florian, Alexa (Triton) Cole and Daniel Florian; 6 great-grandchildren: Macy Cole, Roy Cole, Paxton Florian, Cora Florian, Grayson Florian, and Skylar Florian; and her beloved dog, Daisy.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Elma Stucky; son, David Florian; brother, Homer Stucky; and grandson, Maxwell “Max” Florian.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 10:30AM at the United Methodist Church in Wilson. The family will receive friends on Thursday 5-7PM at the church.

Memorials are suggested to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home for funeral expenses, or Ellsworth County EMS and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com

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 </figure>Virginia Kay (Stucky) Florian passed away on August 29, 2023, at her home in Wilson, KS, at the age of 72. She was born on April 3, 1951, to Benjamin and Elma (Krehbiel) Stucky in Moundridge, KS. She married Jerry Florian on April 19, 1970, and together they were blessed with three sons: Greg, David, and Brian.Virginia grew up in Moundridge and graduated from Moundridge High School in 1969. She attended cosmetology school in Wichita and worked as a hairdresser for several years. She later went back to school to Barton Community College and became a Registered Dietician. She worked at Wilson Care and Rehab as a Dietician for many years. She and Jerry owned Florian Audio Visual which took them all over the United States working with many churches and schools, and even got to meet Dustin Hoffman and Michael Landon. Virginia also did silk screen printing for Eschbaugh Advertising and owned Grandma’s Soda Shop with Jerry in their latter years.Virginia loved flowers, although she did not have a green thumb! She enjoyed baking, especially for the Czech Festival, and was famous for her bierocks and Kolaches. She loved spending time with her family, and her grandchildren and dog Daisy which were her pride and joy.Virginia leaves behind her husband, Jerry of the home in Wilson; sons, Greg Florian of Wilson and Brian (Amanda) Florian of Wilson; 9 grandchildren: Brad Florian, Tyler Florian, Brittany (Jeff) Corpening, Sarah Florian, Zander Florian, Riley Florian, Andrew Florian, Alexa (Triton) Cole and Daniel Florian; 6 great-grandchildren: Macy Cole, Roy Cole, Paxton Florian, Cora Florian, Grayson Florian, and Skylar Florian; and her beloved dog, Daisy.She is preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Elma Stucky; son, David Florian; brother, Homer Stucky; and grandson, Maxwell “Max” Florian.A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 10:30AM at the United Methodist Church in Wilson. The family will receive friends on Thursday 5-7PM at the church.Memorials are suggested to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home for funeral expenses, or Ellsworth County EMS and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com

Virginia Kay (Stucky) Florian

Carol Ann (Werries) Weatherd, 82, died on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at the Minneapolis Health and Rehab.

Carol was born in Ottawa County on June 29, 1941, in the family home to parents August F.M. Werries and Elnora 'Nora' Agnes (Hansen) Werries. As a girl growing up, she attended Tescott schools and graduated from Tescott High School.

She was married to Tom Weatherd on June 21, 1959. From this marriage Carol and Tom were blessed with three sons, Greg (Krista) Weatherd, Curt Weatherd (deceased 1978) and Todd (Tisha) Weatherd.

Carol was passionate about her work as an Avon representative, which she did for 46 years. For Carol, Avon was about seeing her friends more than selling products.

Following the unexpected death of their middle son Curt, Tom and Carol helped open a chapter of The Compassionate Friends, which they helped lead for 40 years. This group was an integral part of their healing and is responsible for helping many parents, siblings and children heal through the grieving process.

Carol was a true partner with Tom serving on the Tescott Lion's Club. Both Tom &amp; Carol helped with many local projects, fundraisers and Lions trips. Many lifelong friends were developed through their connection to the Tescott Lion's Club.

Carol &amp; Tom were married for 64 years, and they were lifetime members at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son Curtis Alan, siblings Eleanor Reichley, Grace Altman, Shirley Berkley, and Darrell Werries.

Carol is survived by her husband Tom and her sons Greg (Krista) and Todd (Tisha), 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

The funeral will be held on Tuesday, September 12, at 11:00 A.M., at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Tescott, Kansas. Burial will follow at Franklin Cemetery in Tescott, Kansas. The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Monday, September 11 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Tescott Lion's Club or St. Paul's Lutheran Church and may be left in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Carol Ann (Werries) Weatherd, 82, died on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at the Minneapolis Health and Rehab.Carol was born in Ottawa County on June 29, 1941, in the family home to parents August F.M. Werries and Elnora 'Nora' Agnes (Hansen) Werries. As a girl growing up, she attended Tescott schools and graduated from Tescott High School.She was married to Tom Weatherd on June 21, 1959. From this marriage Carol and Tom were blessed with three sons, Greg (Krista) Weatherd, Curt Weatherd (deceased 1978) and Todd (Tisha) Weatherd.Carol was passionate about her work as an Avon representative, which she did for 46 years. For Carol, Avon was about seeing her friends more than selling products.Following the unexpected death of their middle son Curt, Tom and Carol helped open a chapter of The Compassionate Friends, which they helped lead for 40 years. This group was an integral part of their healing and is responsible for helping many parents, siblings and children heal through the grieving process.Carol was a true partner with Tom serving on the Tescott Lion's Club. Both Tom &amp; Carol helped with many local projects, fundraisers and Lions trips. Many lifelong friends were developed through their connection to the Tescott Lion's Club.Carol &amp; Tom were married for 64 years, and they were lifetime members at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, son Curtis Alan, siblings Eleanor Reichley, Grace Altman, Shirley Berkley, and Darrell Werries.Carol is survived by her husband Tom and her sons Greg (Krista) and Todd (Tisha), 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.The funeral will be held on Tuesday, September 12, at 11:00 A.M., at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Tescott, Kansas. Burial will follow at Franklin Cemetery in Tescott, Kansas. The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Monday, September 11 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Tescott Lion's Club or St. Paul's Lutheran Church and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Carol Ann (Werries) Weatherd

Pamela Kay Wilson, 81, of Marquette, Kansas passed away September 4, 2023, at the Lindsborg Community Hospital. Pam was born November 25, 1941, in Salina to Woodrow “Woody” and Eloise Wilson of Lincoln, Kansas.

Pam had many wonderful memories of growing up in Lincoln and while she was in high school the family moved to Marquette where Pam graduated in 1959.

She held several jobs, working at Farmers Alliance in McPherson, Westinghouse, ADM Laboratory, and retired after working over 20 years at Walmart in Salina. She was a resident of Salina for many years, moving back to Marquette to help care for her mother following the death of her father in 1988.

Throughout her life Pamela loved horses, growing flowers, and playing the piano and organ. For many years she enjoyed singing in the Messiah at Bethany College. Later in life Pam accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.

She is survived by her brother, John Wilson and his wife Mary of Minneapolis; nephews Jeff Wilson (Nancy) of Overland Park, Justin Wilson (Katie) of Minneapolis, and niece Rachel Grilliot (Jim) of Hesston.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 9, at the Lincoln Cemetery.

Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis, is handling arrangements.

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 </figure>Pamela Kay Wilson, 81, of Marquette, Kansas passed away September 4, 2023, at the Lindsborg Community Hospital. Pam was born November 25, 1941, in Salina to Woodrow “Woody” and Eloise Wilson of Lincoln, Kansas.Pam had many wonderful memories of growing up in Lincoln and while she was in high school the family moved to Marquette where Pam graduated in 1959.She held several jobs, working at Farmers Alliance in McPherson, Westinghouse, ADM Laboratory, and retired after working over 20 years at Walmart in Salina. She was a resident of Salina for many years, moving back to Marquette to help care for her mother following the death of her father in 1988.Throughout her life Pamela loved horses, growing flowers, and playing the piano and organ. For many years she enjoyed singing in the Messiah at Bethany College. Later in life Pam accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.She is survived by her brother, John Wilson and his wife Mary of Minneapolis; nephews Jeff Wilson (Nancy) of Overland Park, Justin Wilson (Katie) of Minneapolis, and niece Rachel Grilliot (Jim) of Hesston.A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 9, at the Lincoln Cemetery.Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis, is handling arrangements.

Pamela Kay Wilson

James Rodney McChesney, 86 of Clifton, KS, died Monday Sept. 4, 2023, at Park Villa Nursing home in Clyde, Kansas.

James was born March 29, 1937, in Clay Center, the son of Wilder McChesney and Catherine Marsh McChesney of Morganville, KS.&nbsp;

James (Jim, Jimmy) graduated from Clay Center High School in 1955. Jim had many achievements from the State Board for Vocational Education, Topeka, Kansas, including demonstrating outstanding ability in Farm Mechanics, Farm Carpentry, and in the judging of Livestock. He was also selected as one of the Kansas Future Farmers of America.&nbsp;

On May 27, 1960, James completed The Construction Machine Helper/Operator Course given at the 4th Training Regiment, Specialist at The United States Army Training Center, Engineer. Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Jim was also a member of the National Guards and the American Legion.

He married Donna Mae Sorell Taylor on November 14, 1968, in Clifton, KS. They lived in Clifton, Kansas and were members of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. &nbsp;They shared one daughter together Jennifer Ann McChesney. He had three children that he raised with Donna: Deanne Jackson, Debora Gelino, and Bob Taylor and enjoyed raising them from an early age. They later moved to his father Wilder McChesney’s farm where he grew up near Morganville, KS

James ran a successful farming business in the Morganville area all his life. He grew corn, wheat, soybeans, alfalfa, milo, and he also raised cows, pigs, and chickens. &nbsp;He took pride in living on the family farm. He loved working outdoors, bailing hay, checking the cows, and harvesting the crops. He was a worker of the earth and a man who loved the land.&nbsp;

Jim volunteered his time at the American Legion where he was an active member. He helped with fundraising for people in the community, funerals and marching in the color guard. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a Sports fan and loved cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs, KC Royals, KU Jayhawks, and the Clifton-Clyde Eagles. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play sports. He traveled with family and friends to California, Colorado, the Caribbean, New York, Florida, Nevado, Arizona, Utah, and many other places. He also had a love for grey hound races and would tell us stories of his younger years with his father getting ready for the races.&nbsp;

He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer McChesney-Hutchinson and Sean Hutchinson, daughters, Deanne and Dennis Jackson, Debora Gelino, son, Bob and Daphne Taylor. &nbsp;9 grandchildren (Elijah Jackson, Kirstin Wernecke, Kelsey Knox, Justin Gelino, Whitney Snavely, Caleb Gelino, Micah Urban, Lauren Savener, Paine Taylor)&nbsp;, 26 great-grandchildren, brother and sister-in-law Jerry and Kathleen Sorell and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by parents, Wilder and Catherine McChesney, wife Donna McChesney, brother John McChesney, nephew, Joe Sorell, brother and sister-in-law Don and Phillis Sorell, great granddaughter Evye Jackson.

Respect calls will be from 4-8 pm, Thursday, September 7, 2023 with a Rosary at 7 pm and Mass Christian Burial will be at 1:30 pm, Friday, September 8,&nbsp;2023 at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Clifton, KS&nbsp;with Fr. Steven Heina officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at St Mary Catholic Cemetery, Clifton with a luncheon after the burial at the American Legion, Clifton.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary of the Assumption Building Fund or Altar Society or the Clifton S.A.L. Chaput Mortuary, Clyde, KS is handling arrangement and for online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>James Rodney McChesney, 86 of Clifton, KS, died Monday Sept. 4, 2023, at Park Villa Nursing home in Clyde, Kansas.James was born March 29, 1937, in Clay Center, the son of Wilder McChesney and Catherine Marsh McChesney of Morganville, KS.&nbsp;James (Jim, Jimmy) graduated from Clay Center High School in 1955. Jim had many achievements from the State Board for Vocational Education, Topeka, Kansas, including demonstrating outstanding ability in Farm Mechanics, Farm Carpentry, and in the judging of Livestock. He was also selected as one of the Kansas Future Farmers of America.&nbsp;On May 27, 1960, James completed The Construction Machine Helper/Operator Course given at the 4th Training Regiment, Specialist at The United States Army Training Center, Engineer. Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Jim was also a member of the National Guards and the American Legion.He married Donna Mae Sorell Taylor on November 14, 1968, in Clifton, KS. They lived in Clifton, Kansas and were members of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. &nbsp;They shared one daughter together Jennifer Ann McChesney. He had three children that he raised with Donna: Deanne Jackson, Debora Gelino, and Bob Taylor and enjoyed raising them from an early age. They later moved to his father Wilder McChesney’s farm where he grew up near Morganville, KSJames ran a successful farming business in the Morganville area all his life. He grew corn, wheat, soybeans, alfalfa, milo, and he also raised cows, pigs, and chickens. &nbsp;He took pride in living on the family farm. He loved working outdoors, bailing hay, checking the cows, and harvesting the crops. He was a worker of the earth and a man who loved the land.&nbsp;Jim volunteered his time at the American Legion where he was an active member. He helped with fundraising for people in the community, funerals and marching in the color guard. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a Sports fan and loved cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs, KC Royals, KU Jayhawks, and the Clifton-Clyde Eagles. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play sports. He traveled with family and friends to California, Colorado, the Caribbean, New York, Florida, Nevado, Arizona, Utah, and many other places. He also had a love for grey hound races and would tell us stories of his younger years with his father getting ready for the races.&nbsp;He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer McChesney-Hutchinson and Sean Hutchinson, daughters, Deanne and Dennis Jackson, Debora Gelino, son, Bob and Daphne Taylor. &nbsp;9 grandchildren (Elijah Jackson, Kirstin Wernecke, Kelsey Knox, Justin Gelino, Whitney Snavely, Caleb Gelino, Micah Urban, Lauren Savener, Paine Taylor)&nbsp;, 26 great-grandchildren, brother and sister-in-law Jerry and Kathleen Sorell and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.He is preceded in death by parents, Wilder and Catherine McChesney, wife Donna McChesney, brother John McChesney, nephew, Joe Sorell, brother and sister-in-law Don and Phillis Sorell, great granddaughter Evye Jackson.Respect calls will be from 4-8 pm, Thursday, September 7, 2023 with a Rosary at 7 pm and Mass Christian Burial will be at 1:30 pm, Friday, September 8,&nbsp;2023 at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Clifton, KS&nbsp;with Fr. Steven Heina officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at St Mary Catholic Cemetery, Clifton with a luncheon after the burial at the American Legion, Clifton.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary of the Assumption Building Fund or Altar Society or the Clifton S.A.L. Chaput Mortuary, Clyde, KS is handling arrangement and for online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

James R. McChesney

Laura “Laurie” Kay Donmyer passed away unexpectedly in her home on September 3rd, 2023 at the age of 61. Laurie was born August 16th, 1962 to Ralph and Mary Boor in Salina, Kansas. Laurie grew up in Salina and attended Sacred Heart High School and later attended Marymount College and Kansas Wesleyan.

Laurie and her younger sister Cindy were only 14 months apart and close in age to many of her cousins, causing her to have very special and fun relationships with them. In her younger years, Laurie enjoyed playing softball, traveling, attending craft shows, and spending time with her horses. In recent years, Laurie loved spending time with her family, her beloved dogs, and playing with her great nieces. Laurie will be most remembered for her hard work ethic, huge smile, and love for joking and teasing her friends and loved ones. Laurie will be missed immensely by all those that knew her and cared for her.

“Yeah, when I get where I’m going, they’ll be only happy tears. I will shed the sins and struggles I have carried all these years. I will leave my heart wide open. I will love and have no fear.”

Laurie was preceded in death by her mother Mary Boor. Laurie is survived by her father, Ralph Boor of Salina, Kansas; sister, Cindy Loy of Beloit, Kansas; daughter, Danielle Donmyer of Mission, Kansas; nephews, Zach Loy of Salina, Kansas, and Ethan Loy (Dani) of Shawnee, Kansas; and three great nieces, Joelle, Kaiya, and Ava.Cremation was chosen.

Family will receive friends on Thursday, September 7th, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary service at 6:00 p.m., at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. The Memorial Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 8th, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Tammy Walker Cancer Center in honor of many friends and family lost to cancer and those still fighting. To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/" target="_blank">www.carlsonfh.net</a>&nbsp;or on Facebook.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Laura “Laurie” Kay Donmyer passed away unexpectedly in her home on September 3rd, 2023 at the age of 61. Laurie was born August 16th, 1962 to Ralph and Mary Boor in Salina, Kansas. Laurie grew up in Salina and attended Sacred Heart High School and later attended Marymount College and Kansas Wesleyan.Laurie and her younger sister Cindy were only 14 months apart and close in age to many of her cousins, causing her to have very special and fun relationships with them. In her younger years, Laurie enjoyed playing softball, traveling, attending craft shows, and spending time with her horses. In recent years, Laurie loved spending time with her family, her beloved dogs, and playing with her great nieces. Laurie will be most remembered for her hard work ethic, huge smile, and love for joking and teasing her friends and loved ones. Laurie will be missed immensely by all those that knew her and cared for her.“Yeah, when I get where I’m going, they’ll be only happy tears. I will shed the sins and struggles I have carried all these years. I will leave my heart wide open. I will love and have no fear.”Laurie was preceded in death by her mother Mary Boor. Laurie is survived by her father, Ralph Boor of Salina, Kansas; sister, Cindy Loy of Beloit, Kansas; daughter, Danielle Donmyer of Mission, Kansas; nephews, Zach Loy of Salina, Kansas, and Ethan Loy (Dani) of Shawnee, Kansas; and three great nieces, Joelle, Kaiya, and Ava.Cremation was chosen.Family will receive friends on Thursday, September 7th, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary service at 6:00 p.m., at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home. The Memorial Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 8th, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Tammy Walker Cancer Center in honor of many friends and family lost to cancer and those still fighting. To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/" target="_blank">www.carlsonfh.net</a>&nbsp;or on Facebook.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lauri Donmyer

Neva Jean Eberhart, 99, passed away on August 28, 2023 at 5:30 AM at Smoky Hill Rehabilitation Center in Salina, KS.

Neva was born on May 15, 1924 in Salina, KS to parents Arthur and Sarah Lusk Main.

She loved to color pictures and share them with whoever wanted them. She loved attending church and sharing the word of the Lord to anyone who would listen and missed not being able to attend the last few years.

Preceded in death by her parents Sarah and Arthur Main; Husband: Floyd Eberhart; Daughter: Carolyn and her husband George Young; her son; Martin A. Eberhart, Sons - in - law: Wayne Boyd and Tee Tremper; Grandchildren: Debbie Comer, Penny Young, Theresa and Thomas Tremper.

Neva is survived by Children Deloris Boyd of Salina, KS, Sarah Tremper of Salina, KS, Danny Eberhart and spouse Pat of Niles, KS; Linda Eberhart (Daughter-in-Law) of Salina, KS; Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren &amp; great-great-grandchildren.

Viewing will be on Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 5 - 7 PM in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 8, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel in Salina, KS, with John Day officiating. Burial will follow in the Highland Cemetery in New Cambria, KS.

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

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 </figure>Neva Jean Eberhart, 99, passed away on August 28, 2023 at 5:30 AM at Smoky Hill Rehabilitation Center in Salina, KS.Neva was born on May 15, 1924 in Salina, KS to parents Arthur and Sarah Lusk Main.She loved to color pictures and share them with whoever wanted them. She loved attending church and sharing the word of the Lord to anyone who would listen and missed not being able to attend the last few years.Preceded in death by her parents Sarah and Arthur Main; Husband: Floyd Eberhart; Daughter: Carolyn and her husband George Young; her son; Martin A. Eberhart, Sons - in - law: Wayne Boyd and Tee Tremper; Grandchildren: Debbie Comer, Penny Young, Theresa and Thomas Tremper.Neva is survived by Children Deloris Boyd of Salina, KS, Sarah Tremper of Salina, KS, Danny Eberhart and spouse Pat of Niles, KS; Linda Eberhart (Daughter-in-Law) of Salina, KS; Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren &amp; great-great-grandchildren.Viewing will be on Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 5 - 7 PM in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 8, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel in Salina, KS, with John Day officiating. Burial will follow in the Highland Cemetery in New Cambria, KS.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services; Online condolences can be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

Neva Eberhart

Larry C. Merriman, 82, of Assaria, Kansas, passed away on August 31, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was the best Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend to so many.

Larry was born on March 3, 1941, in Salina, Kansas, to Harry and Jessie Merriman. He graduated from Salina High School in 1959. He worked as an electrician for Merriman and Hoeffner Electric and retired from Phillips Lighting.

He is survived by his loving wife Bonnie of 62 years, daughters Deborah (Jack) Shelton, and Jennifer Enochs, Grandchildren Joshua (Kendra) Merriman, Logan (Ciara) Breault, Molly Schmidt, Sam Enochs, Jessie Enochs, Abby Shelton, and Great Grandchildren Gunner Greer, and Brogan Merriman, Sisters Mary Lou Arnold, Claudine Ashcraft, and Glenda McAfee, Son-In-Law Brad Breault, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his daughters Christie Breault, and Laurie Schmidt, parents Harry and Jessie Merriman, brothers Raymond Merriman and Aaron Merriman, and sister Joyce Satterlee.

A Memorial Service will be held at Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush Street in Salina, Kansas, on Thursday, September 7, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Libby Themis officiating. A luncheon will be held following the service at Church of the Cross.

Memorials in Larry’s honor may be made to Church of the Cross and/or Tammy Walker Cancer Center. Memorials may be sent to Roselawn Burial and Cremation, 1423 West Crawford, Salina, Kansas, 67401.

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 </figure>Larry C. Merriman, 82, of Assaria, Kansas, passed away on August 31, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was the best Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend to so many.Larry was born on March 3, 1941, in Salina, Kansas, to Harry and Jessie Merriman. He graduated from Salina High School in 1959. He worked as an electrician for Merriman and Hoeffner Electric and retired from Phillips Lighting.He is survived by his loving wife Bonnie of 62 years, daughters Deborah (Jack) Shelton, and Jennifer Enochs, Grandchildren Joshua (Kendra) Merriman, Logan (Ciara) Breault, Molly Schmidt, Sam Enochs, Jessie Enochs, Abby Shelton, and Great Grandchildren Gunner Greer, and Brogan Merriman, Sisters Mary Lou Arnold, Claudine Ashcraft, and Glenda McAfee, Son-In-Law Brad Breault, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.He is preceded in death by his daughters Christie Breault, and Laurie Schmidt, parents Harry and Jessie Merriman, brothers Raymond Merriman and Aaron Merriman, and sister Joyce Satterlee.A Memorial Service will be held at Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush Street in Salina, Kansas, on Thursday, September 7, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Libby Themis officiating. A luncheon will be held following the service at Church of the Cross.Memorials in Larry’s honor may be made to Church of the Cross and/or Tammy Walker Cancer Center. Memorials may be sent to Roselawn Burial and Cremation, 1423 West Crawford, Salina, Kansas, 67401.

Larry Merriman

Lisa Ann (Von Niederhausern) Olson, 61, passed away August 25, 2023 at KU Medical Center.

Lisa was born in Salina, Kansas on June 6, 1962, the daughter of David and Lorita (Bond) Von Niederhausern. Growing up, Lisa attended Salina schools, eventually graduating from Salina Central High School in 1980. She later attended Hutchinson Community College. Lisa married Dee Farmer in 1986 and together they welcomed a son, Andrew John. Later, in 1994, Lisa found a life partner in Jeff Olson and became a bonus mom to Scott. In addition to her role as mom, she loved being MeMe to her three grandchildren Silas, Witt and Sayre.

Throughout her life, she embraced various roles and jobs, demonstrating her ability to succeed at anything she put her mind to. Lisa helped manage the family's small business, Speedline Racing Products, contributing to its growth and success. A true enthusiast, she wholeheartedly embraced sports and various hobbies, but her heart belonged to dirt track racing. The exhilaration of the track, the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts, and the thrill of the sport were a testament to her adventurous spirit.

Lisa is preceded in death by her parents David &amp; Lorita (Bond) Von Niederhausern and mother in law Bonnie Olson. Lisa is survived by her husband Jeff Olson, her sons Andrew (Hannah) and Scott, three grandchildren, sister Amy Rice (Bill), sister-in-law Sabrina Bergman, father-in-law Bob Olson along with many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. She also leaves behind a community of friends who will forever cherish the time spent with her.

Lisa leaves behind a legacy of love and passion that touched the lives of many in the community. She will be truly missed by her family and those who knew her.

While Lisa’s family grieves her loss, they are choosing to remember Lisa in a way that honors her spirit. A Celebration of Life will be held September 23rd , 2023 at the Salina Art Center from 10am – 12pm. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made in Lisa’s honor to the following organizations which greatly impacted her.

CureHHT – www.curehht.org/ways-to-donate/

Hope Lodge - www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lod

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 </figure>Lisa Ann (Von Niederhausern) Olson, 61, passed away August 25, 2023 at KU Medical Center.Lisa was born in Salina, Kansas on June 6, 1962, the daughter of David and Lorita (Bond) Von Niederhausern. Growing up, Lisa attended Salina schools, eventually graduating from Salina Central High School in 1980. She later attended Hutchinson Community College. Lisa married Dee Farmer in 1986 and together they welcomed a son, Andrew John. Later, in 1994, Lisa found a life partner in Jeff Olson and became a bonus mom to Scott. In addition to her role as mom, she loved being MeMe to her three grandchildren Silas, Witt and Sayre.Throughout her life, she embraced various roles and jobs, demonstrating her ability to succeed at anything she put her mind to. Lisa helped manage the family's small business, Speedline Racing Products, contributing to its growth and success. A true enthusiast, she wholeheartedly embraced sports and various hobbies, but her heart belonged to dirt track racing. The exhilaration of the track, the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts, and the thrill of the sport were a testament to her adventurous spirit.Lisa is preceded in death by her parents David &amp; Lorita (Bond) Von Niederhausern and mother in law Bonnie Olson. Lisa is survived by her husband Jeff Olson, her sons Andrew (Hannah) and Scott, three grandchildren, sister Amy Rice (Bill), sister-in-law Sabrina Bergman, father-in-law Bob Olson along with many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. She also leaves behind a community of friends who will forever cherish the time spent with her.Lisa leaves behind a legacy of love and passion that touched the lives of many in the community. She will be truly missed by her family and those who knew her.While Lisa’s family grieves her loss, they are choosing to remember Lisa in a way that honors her spirit. A Celebration of Life will be held September 23rd , 2023 at the Salina Art Center from 10am – 12pm. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made in Lisa’s honor to the following organizations which greatly impacted her.CureHHT – www.curehht.org/ways-to-donate/Hope Lodge - www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lod

Lisa Ann (Von Niederhausern) Olson

Nancy J. Hunt of Detroit, KS, passed away on August 25, 2023, at her home. Nancy was born on August 8, 1963, in Carroll, Iowa, daughter of Doyle Hunt and Wanda Constable Hunt. Nancy graduated from Glidden-Ralston High School, Glidden, Iowa, in 1981. She attended Cloud County Community College to further her education. Nancy was a strong lover of quilting and sewing, gardening, raising chickens and gathering eggs, and loving cats. She loved her family very much, showing her love in many different ways that were unique to each of them. 

Nancy spent a major portion of her working career in school food service in the area.Nancy is survived by her father Doyle Hunt (Mary Fairchild) of Glidden, Iowa, and mother Wanda Soutter of Mountain Home, Arkansas. Her family includes partner Ray Heideman of the home, her daughters Bridgette Warnke of Gardner, KS, and Savana Ebel (Daniel) of Junction City, KS, and sons Aaron Warnke (Christine) of Salina, KS and Nicholas Warnke of Scranton, IA, and 5 bonus children. Siblings Mark Hunt of Mountain Home, AR, Peggy (Terry) Heldstab of Junction City, KS and Cynthia (Mark) Pickett of Topeka, KS, and sister-in-law Sheryl (Tom) Lynch of Carroll, IA, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Nancy was preceded in death by a brother Murray Jon (Mike) Hunt and stepfather Richard Soutter. Nancy was a proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren (Tyler, Tristan, Saleen, Lainey, Joseph, Ryan, Aurora, Lucas, Carson, and Emaley) and 12 bonus grandchildren.Visitation for family and friends will be Sunday, September 3, 2023 from 3:00-5:00 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 5 p.m. at the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas. Immediately following the memorial service, a gathering of family and friends will be held at Walt’s Four Seasons Campground, 2500 Mink Road, Abilene, Kansas (exit 281) for food, drinks and reminiscing. The family requests those attending to dress casual as Nancy would have wanted it that way. Memorial contributions may be designated to USD #305 (Salina) Food &amp; Nutrition Services or USD #473 (Chapman) Food Service to assist students with their meal accounts. Memorials may be sent to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Nancy J. Hunt of Detroit, KS, passed away on August 25, 2023, at her home. Nancy was born on August 8, 1963, in Carroll, Iowa, daughter of Doyle Hunt and Wanda Constable Hunt. Nancy graduated from Glidden-Ralston High School, Glidden, Iowa, in 1981. She attended Cloud County Community College to further her education. Nancy was a strong lover of quilting and sewing, gardening, raising chickens and gathering eggs, and loving cats. She loved her family very much, showing her love in many different ways that were unique to each of them. Nancy spent a major portion of her working career in school food service in the area.Nancy is survived by her father Doyle Hunt (Mary Fairchild) of Glidden, Iowa, and mother Wanda Soutter of Mountain Home, Arkansas. Her family includes partner Ray Heideman of the home, her daughters Bridgette Warnke of Gardner, KS, and Savana Ebel (Daniel) of Junction City, KS, and sons Aaron Warnke (Christine) of Salina, KS and Nicholas Warnke of Scranton, IA, and 5 bonus children. Siblings Mark Hunt of Mountain Home, AR, Peggy (Terry) Heldstab of Junction City, KS and Cynthia (Mark) Pickett of Topeka, KS, and sister-in-law Sheryl (Tom) Lynch of Carroll, IA, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Nancy was preceded in death by a brother Murray Jon (Mike) Hunt and stepfather Richard Soutter. Nancy was a proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren (Tyler, Tristan, Saleen, Lainey, Joseph, Ryan, Aurora, Lucas, Carson, and Emaley) and 12 bonus grandchildren.Visitation for family and friends will be Sunday, September 3, 2023 from 3:00-5:00 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 5 p.m. at the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas. Immediately following the memorial service, a gathering of family and friends will be held at Walt’s Four Seasons Campground, 2500 Mink Road, Abilene, Kansas (exit 281) for food, drinks and reminiscing. The family requests those attending to dress casual as Nancy would have wanted it that way. Memorial contributions may be designated to USD #305 (Salina) Food &amp; Nutrition Services or USD #473 (Chapman) Food Service to assist students with their meal accounts. Memorials may be sent to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy J. Hunt

Douglas “Doug” Craig Talbott, 78, passed away on August 26, 2023, at his home in Lindsborg with his family by his side. He was born to the late L. Stanley and the late M. Pauline (Pennington) Talbott on November 21, 1944, in Ft. Benning, Georgia where his Dad was stationed with the 11th Airborne Division as a Paratrooper. Doug attended Pratt, KS public schools through his sophomore year. His family moved to Russell, KS where he graduated from Russell High School in 1962. Doug found a love for tennis during his high school time and started his tennis coaching career working with youth through the Russell rec department.

Following in his parents’ footsteps, Doug enrolled at Bethany College in 1962. Doug was a member of the successful Bethany tennis teams from 1962-1966. He pledged and became an active member of the Pi Sigma Chi fraternity in 1963. In the Spring, 1966, he graduated from Bethany College with a degree in Music Education.

In the Fall, 1966, he accepted the position of Instrumental Music Director for grades 5-12 in Ellsworth, KS. Along with the numerous bands and ensembles, Doug would also teach Music Theory. Doug was selected as a USD 327 Outstanding Young Educator. In addition to teaching, Doug coached freshman boys’ basketball and high school boys’ tennis. In the summer of 1968, he was introduced to the person who would soon become his lifelong partner, Linda Svaty, who was home from Ft. Hays State for the summer. On February 15, 1969, they were united in marriage at the Presbyterian Church in Ellsworth, KS. In addition to teaching in Ellsworth, he was choir director for the Presbyterian Church. Doug taught in Ellsworth from 1966 to the Spring of 1971, resigning to attend Ft. Hays State, Hays, KS, as a graduate assistant to complete his Music Education Master’s Degree. While at Hays, Doug and Linda became the proud parents of a son, Matthew Sean on May 11, 1972.

After receiving his master’s degree, Doug and his family moved to Nickerson, KS, where he became the Nickerson High School Band Director and taught Music Theory. The Marching Panther Band performed at the half-times of college football games and at the Tri-State Festival in Enid, OK. Doug was selected as an outstanding educator for USD 309, Nickerson, KS. Doug also served as choir director for the Nickerson Methodist Church from 1972 to 1978. During their time in Nickerson, Doug coached freshman boys’ basketball and high school girls’ tennis. He also enjoyed being a tennis pro at Prairie Dunes Country Club in Hutchinson, KS.

During the Spring of 1978, Doug made the decision to accept the Director of Bands and Music Theory position at Butler County Community College in El Dorado, KS. He became the Music Department Chair and the Kansas Community College Honor Band Chair. For nine summers Doug enjoyed being the director of the El Dorado City Band which presented a concert in the park every Thursday evening in June and July. The Butler Jazz Ensemble was selected to perform at the New Orleans and Reno Jazz Festivals. As the Director of Bands for Butler CCC he hosted concerts and clinics by Maynard Ferguson, Woody Hermann, Buddy Rich, Ed Shaughnessy and Mike Steinel. In the Fall of 1979, on September 14, Doug and Linda along with son Matt were blessed with the birth of twins, Mark David and Traci Liane.

Doug received a call from Bethany College, his Alma Mater, asking if he would be interested in pursuing the position of Alumni Director. This was a position his Dad had held for many years at Bethany. Doug had always said that if the college ever needed him, he would be there to help. New Years Eve of 1987, the family packed up and headed to Lindsborg, KS. From 1988 to 1990, Doug served as Director of Alumni Affairs and Annual Giving organizing the Phone-a-Rama, the McPherson and Lindsborg Giving Campaigns, alumni gatherings throughout the state and U.S.A., served as the college faculty representative and President of the Lindsborg Chamber of Commerce for two terms. While serving as Alumni Director, he organized the clinic and concert by Maynard Ferguson and his band in Presser Hall. He received the Meredith Humphries Excellence in Teaching Award and was appointed Professor Emeritus of Music.

In 1990, Doug was presented the opportunity to apply for the unexpected opening for Director of Bands for Smoky Valley High School. Missing teaching and directing, Doug was excited to be selected as the next Director of Bands for Smoky Valley High School which included all bands, music theory, and teaching a leadership class. The Symphonic Band was selected to represent Kansas in the Washington D.C. Festival of States with Governor Graves personally presenting a commendation certificate to the band. They performed at the Worlds of Fun band competition. The Marching Viking Band was selected as the Honor Band for Hyllningsfest and performed at half-time of the Bethany College Homecoming game. Doug coached the high school girls’ tennis team and middle school boys’ basketball team for the Smoky Valley school system.

In 2000, Doug was excited to apply and be selected to be Director of Bands for his beloved alma mater, Bethany College. From 2000 to 2010, he directed the numerous bands, was a studio instructor and taught Secondary Music Education Methods to future music teachers. Doug was the student teacher supervisor, head of the music education program, recipient of the Donna Meredith Humphries Award for Teaching/Advisement and Guidance, and sponsor for the Associated Music Students of Bethany College. The Bethany Jazz Ensemble was selected to perform in Branson, MO, as the opening act for Puttin’ on the Ritz and Legends in Concert Shows. The Jazz Ensemble was also selected to be the opening act for opening day of the 50th Anniversary of Silver Dollar City. The Jazz Ensemble was selected to play in the “Rock the Boat Festivals at Sea” aboard the M.S. Fascination and also the “Music Festivals Bahamas Cruise Tour” aboard the Majesty of the Seas. While Director of Bands for Bethany he served as the Fine Arts Division Chair retiring in 2010.

From 2010 to his passing, Doug served as an Adjunct Professor of Music Education for Bethany, was a KSDE Reviewer for Kansas College and University Music Education Programs and remained active as a guest clinician/director and adjudicator. Throughout his career, Doug was an active member of various musical associations including: National and State Educations Associations, Kansas Music Educators Association, National Association for Music Education (formerly MENC), Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and Kansas Bandmasters Association. Doug was a member and guest director for the Heart of America Concert Band from 1996-2014. Doug directed the Bethany All Star Jazz Band in 2016. In addition, Doug enjoyed other Lindsborg community musical involvement. The Trinity United Methodist Church choir singing and serving as music director for several years, being a member of the Salemsborg Lutheran Church choir, being a part of Broadway RFD as both a pit orchestra director and member and directing the Lindsborg Community 4th of July band from 1990-2016.

Besides his love for God and his family, teaching music was Doug’s life passion and career. Along with music, his love for tennis and sharing his knowledge of the sport was just as important to him. Doug coached his kids and grand-kids. Doug was an important part of the coaching staff for Bethany College Tennis Camps for many years, where he also helped start a high school girls’ tennis camp. Doug ran the Lindsborg Affiliated Tennis Tournaments that began decades ago and continue today. He was the Lindsborg Recreation head tennis coach for many years and continued to serve as an assistant in recent years. Doug was co-founder of the Lindsborg Netters Junior Tennis Club. Doug was still coaching tennis to the youth of Smoky Valley until his passing. Doug was an avid follower and supporter of his grand-kids’ various activities and enjoyed helping them whenever they needed or asked for assistance.

Survivors include his beloved wife and companion for over 54 years: Linda of the home; sons: Matt Talbott (Deb) of Ellsworth, KS and Mark (Serah) of Lindsborg, KS; daughter: Traci (Chris) of Lindsborg, KS: grandchildren: Danielle, Paige and Jaide Talbott, Ellsworth; Koltin Talbott, Eagle, CO; Gabriel and Ezekiel Baker, Lindsborg; and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews plus countless friends.

Cremation has been chosen. A Celebration of Life with light meal will be held Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 10 A.M. at Salemsborg Lutheran Church, 3831 W. Salemsborg Rd, Smolan, KS. The service will be live streamed on Salemsborg’s YouTube channel: Salemsborg Lutheran.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Doug Talbott Memorial Fund. Please note in the memo designation of memorial to: Talbott Instrumental Assistance Fund, Angel Arms Home Health, or Salemsborg Lutheran Church. Memorials may be mailed to Farmers State Bank, 447 N. Harrison St, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

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 </figure>Douglas “Doug” Craig Talbott, 78, passed away on August 26, 2023, at his home in Lindsborg with his family by his side. He was born to the late L. Stanley and the late M. Pauline (Pennington) Talbott on November 21, 1944, in Ft. Benning, Georgia where his Dad was stationed with the 11th Airborne Division as a Paratrooper. Doug attended Pratt, KS public schools through his sophomore year. His family moved to Russell, KS where he graduated from Russell High School in 1962. Doug found a love for tennis during his high school time and started his tennis coaching career working with youth through the Russell rec department.Following in his parents’ footsteps, Doug enrolled at Bethany College in 1962. Doug was a member of the successful Bethany tennis teams from 1962-1966. He pledged and became an active member of the Pi Sigma Chi fraternity in 1963. In the Spring, 1966, he graduated from Bethany College with a degree in Music Education.In the Fall, 1966, he accepted the position of Instrumental Music Director for grades 5-12 in Ellsworth, KS. Along with the numerous bands and ensembles, Doug would also teach Music Theory. Doug was selected as a USD 327 Outstanding Young Educator. In addition to teaching, Doug coached freshman boys’ basketball and high school boys’ tennis. In the summer of 1968, he was introduced to the person who would soon become his lifelong partner, Linda Svaty, who was home from Ft. Hays State for the summer. On February 15, 1969, they were united in marriage at the Presbyterian Church in Ellsworth, KS. In addition to teaching in Ellsworth, he was choir director for the Presbyterian Church. Doug taught in Ellsworth from 1966 to the Spring of 1971, resigning to attend Ft. Hays State, Hays, KS, as a graduate assistant to complete his Music Education Master’s Degree. While at Hays, Doug and Linda became the proud parents of a son, Matthew Sean on May 11, 1972.After receiving his master’s degree, Doug and his family moved to Nickerson, KS, where he became the Nickerson High School Band Director and taught Music Theory. The Marching Panther Band performed at the half-times of college football games and at the Tri-State Festival in Enid, OK. Doug was selected as an outstanding educator for USD 309, Nickerson, KS. Doug also served as choir director for the Nickerson Methodist Church from 1972 to 1978. During their time in Nickerson, Doug coached freshman boys’ basketball and high school girls’ tennis. He also enjoyed being a tennis pro at Prairie Dunes Country Club in Hutchinson, KS.During the Spring of 1978, Doug made the decision to accept the Director of Bands and Music Theory position at Butler County Community College in El Dorado, KS. He became the Music Department Chair and the Kansas Community College Honor Band Chair. For nine summers Doug enjoyed being the director of the El Dorado City Band which presented a concert in the park every Thursday evening in June and July. The Butler Jazz Ensemble was selected to perform at the New Orleans and Reno Jazz Festivals. As the Director of Bands for Butler CCC he hosted concerts and clinics by Maynard Ferguson, Woody Hermann, Buddy Rich, Ed Shaughnessy and Mike Steinel. In the Fall of 1979, on September 14, Doug and Linda along with son Matt were blessed with the birth of twins, Mark David and Traci Liane.Doug received a call from Bethany College, his Alma Mater, asking if he would be interested in pursuing the position of Alumni Director. This was a position his Dad had held for many years at Bethany. Doug had always said that if the college ever needed him, he would be there to help. New Years Eve of 1987, the family packed up and headed to Lindsborg, KS. From 1988 to 1990, Doug served as Director of Alumni Affairs and Annual Giving organizing the Phone-a-Rama, the McPherson and Lindsborg Giving Campaigns, alumni gatherings throughout the state and U.S.A., served as the college faculty representative and President of the Lindsborg Chamber of Commerce for two terms. While serving as Alumni Director, he organized the clinic and concert by Maynard Ferguson and his band in Presser Hall. He received the Meredith Humphries Excellence in Teaching Award and was appointed Professor Emeritus of Music.In 1990, Doug was presented the opportunity to apply for the unexpected opening for Director of Bands for Smoky Valley High School. Missing teaching and directing, Doug was excited to be selected as the next Director of Bands for Smoky Valley High School which included all bands, music theory, and teaching a leadership class. The Symphonic Band was selected to represent Kansas in the Washington D.C. Festival of States with Governor Graves personally presenting a commendation certificate to the band. They performed at the Worlds of Fun band competition. The Marching Viking Band was selected as the Honor Band for Hyllningsfest and performed at half-time of the Bethany College Homecoming game. Doug coached the high school girls’ tennis team and middle school boys’ basketball team for the Smoky Valley school system.In 2000, Doug was excited to apply and be selected to be Director of Bands for his beloved alma mater, Bethany College. From 2000 to 2010, he directed the numerous bands, was a studio instructor and taught Secondary Music Education Methods to future music teachers. Doug was the student teacher supervisor, head of the music education program, recipient of the Donna Meredith Humphries Award for Teaching/Advisement and Guidance, and sponsor for the Associated Music Students of Bethany College. The Bethany Jazz Ensemble was selected to perform in Branson, MO, as the opening act for Puttin’ on the Ritz and Legends in Concert Shows. The Jazz Ensemble was also selected to be the opening act for opening day of the 50th Anniversary of Silver Dollar City. The Jazz Ensemble was selected to play in the “Rock the Boat Festivals at Sea” aboard the M.S. Fascination and also the “Music Festivals Bahamas Cruise Tour” aboard the Majesty of the Seas. While Director of Bands for Bethany he served as the Fine Arts Division Chair retiring in 2010.From 2010 to his passing, Doug served as an Adjunct Professor of Music Education for Bethany, was a KSDE Reviewer for Kansas College and University Music Education Programs and remained active as a guest clinician/director and adjudicator. Throughout his career, Doug was an active member of various musical associations including: National and State Educations Associations, Kansas Music Educators Association, National Association for Music Education (formerly MENC), Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and Kansas Bandmasters Association. Doug was a member and guest director for the Heart of America Concert Band from 1996-2014. Doug directed the Bethany All Star Jazz Band in 2016. In addition, Doug enjoyed other Lindsborg community musical involvement. The Trinity United Methodist Church choir singing and serving as music director for several years, being a member of the Salemsborg Lutheran Church choir, being a part of Broadway RFD as both a pit orchestra director and member and directing the Lindsborg Community 4th of July band from 1990-2016.Besides his love for God and his family, teaching music was Doug’s life passion and career. Along with music, his love for tennis and sharing his knowledge of the sport was just as important to him. Doug coached his kids and grand-kids. Doug was an important part of the coaching staff for Bethany College Tennis Camps for many years, where he also helped start a high school girls’ tennis camp. Doug ran the Lindsborg Affiliated Tennis Tournaments that began decades ago and continue today. He was the Lindsborg Recreation head tennis coach for many years and continued to serve as an assistant in recent years. Doug was co-founder of the Lindsborg Netters Junior Tennis Club. Doug was still coaching tennis to the youth of Smoky Valley until his passing. Doug was an avid follower and supporter of his grand-kids’ various activities and enjoyed helping them whenever they needed or asked for assistance.Survivors include his beloved wife and companion for over 54 years: Linda of the home; sons: Matt Talbott (Deb) of Ellsworth, KS and Mark (Serah) of Lindsborg, KS; daughter: Traci (Chris) of Lindsborg, KS: grandchildren: Danielle, Paige and Jaide Talbott, Ellsworth; Koltin Talbott, Eagle, CO; Gabriel and Ezekiel Baker, Lindsborg; and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews plus countless friends.Cremation has been chosen. A Celebration of Life with light meal will be held Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 10 A.M. at Salemsborg Lutheran Church, 3831 W. Salemsborg Rd, Smolan, KS. The service will be live streamed on Salemsborg’s YouTube channel: Salemsborg Lutheran.<h2>MEMORIALS</h2>In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Doug Talbott Memorial Fund. Please note in the memo designation of memorial to: Talbott Instrumental Assistance Fund, Angel Arms Home Health, or Salemsborg Lutheran Church. Memorials may be mailed to Farmers State Bank, 447 N. Harrison St, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Douglas Craig Talbott

Leiko Ray Simmons, 39, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at his home.&nbsp;

Leiko was born on June 3, 1984, in Hutchinson, KS.

He is survived by his mother, Linda Brown of McPherson, KS; father, Marvin Joe Simmons of Hutchinson, KS; uncle, Michael Brown of Honolulu, HI; aunt, Vickie Gehring of Hutchinson, KS; aunt, Mary Johnson of Hutchinson, KS; aunt, Carrie Mattingly of Hutchinson, KS; uncle, Ronnie Simmons of Hutchinson, KS; uncle, Joey Simmons of Oklahoma; brother, Jerry Bown of McPherson, KS; and sister, Jennie Emerson of Tennessee.

Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Memorial donations can be made to McPherson Meals on Wheels 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>Leiko Ray Simmons, 39, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at his home.&nbsp;Leiko was born on June 3, 1984, in Hutchinson, KS.He is survived by his mother, Linda Brown of McPherson, KS; father, Marvin Joe Simmons of Hutchinson, KS; uncle, Michael Brown of Honolulu, HI; aunt, Vickie Gehring of Hutchinson, KS; aunt, Mary Johnson of Hutchinson, KS; aunt, Carrie Mattingly of Hutchinson, KS; uncle, Ronnie Simmons of Hutchinson, KS; uncle, Joey Simmons of Oklahoma; brother, Jerry Bown of McPherson, KS; and sister, Jennie Emerson of Tennessee.Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.Memorial donations can be made to McPherson Meals on Wheels 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>.

Leiko Ray Simmons

Donald Kenneth Worley of Salina, KS passed away peacefully on August 26th, 2023, at the age of 89 after a long battle with cancer. Don was born on February 11, 1934, in Flint, MI, to Kenneth and Helen Worley.

Don attended Dye &amp; Linden High Schools in Michigan, graduating in 1951 and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida.&nbsp; Donald proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from August 30th, 1951, through August 29th, 1955, as an A &amp; E Flight Mechanic and had the honor of serving in the Korean War.&nbsp; After his service he completed pilot training and worked as an Aerial Sprayer and commercial pilot for 34 years in the West Memphis AR area.&nbsp; He also owned and operated Three Forks Outfitting in East Glacier Park MT from 1972-1982, and Three Forks Campground in East Glacier Park MT from 1972-2002.

Donald married Sharon Mae Conner on October 23rd, 1967, in Lubbock TX and they shared 56 years together. Don &amp; Sharon enjoyed many happy years living in East Glacier Park MT and Aransas Pass TX after Don’s retirement. He was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed restoring old tractors and spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and camping with family.&nbsp; Donald was honored to have his name placed on the National Air &amp; Space Museum Wall of Honor.

Donald was preceded in death by his sister Jean Spencer.

Donald is survived by his wife Sharon Worley, daughter Judy (Larry) Beck of Salina KS, son Kenneth (Renee Lawrence) Worley of Little Rock AR, brother Tim (Marie) Worley of Cedar Springs MI, grandchildren Donathan Blake Worley of Jacksonville AR, Stephanie (Dave) Miller of Little Rock AR, Christy Singer of Little Rock AR, Ken (Priscila) Beck of Abilene TX, and Sam Beck of Kansas City MO, great-granddaughter Audrey Miller of Little Rock AR along with many extended family members who will miss him dearly

A memorial service will be held at Ryan Mortuary &amp; Crematory on North 8th Street on September 1st, 2023, where family will receive visitors at 10:00 am followed by a celebration of life at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted to organizations of the donor’s choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Salina for their support and care during this difficult time.

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 </figure>Donald Kenneth Worley of Salina, KS passed away peacefully on August 26th, 2023, at the age of 89 after a long battle with cancer. Don was born on February 11, 1934, in Flint, MI, to Kenneth and Helen Worley.Don attended Dye &amp; Linden High Schools in Michigan, graduating in 1951 and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida.&nbsp; Donald proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from August 30th, 1951, through August 29th, 1955, as an A &amp; E Flight Mechanic and had the honor of serving in the Korean War.&nbsp; After his service he completed pilot training and worked as an Aerial Sprayer and commercial pilot for 34 years in the West Memphis AR area.&nbsp; He also owned and operated Three Forks Outfitting in East Glacier Park MT from 1972-1982, and Three Forks Campground in East Glacier Park MT from 1972-2002.Donald married Sharon Mae Conner on October 23rd, 1967, in Lubbock TX and they shared 56 years together. Don &amp; Sharon enjoyed many happy years living in East Glacier Park MT and Aransas Pass TX after Don’s retirement. He was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed restoring old tractors and spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and camping with family.&nbsp; Donald was honored to have his name placed on the National Air &amp; Space Museum Wall of Honor.Donald was preceded in death by his sister Jean Spencer.Donald is survived by his wife Sharon Worley, daughter Judy (Larry) Beck of Salina KS, son Kenneth (Renee Lawrence) Worley of Little Rock AR, brother Tim (Marie) Worley of Cedar Springs MI, grandchildren Donathan Blake Worley of Jacksonville AR, Stephanie (Dave) Miller of Little Rock AR, Christy Singer of Little Rock AR, Ken (Priscila) Beck of Abilene TX, and Sam Beck of Kansas City MO, great-granddaughter Audrey Miller of Little Rock AR along with many extended family members who will miss him dearlyA memorial service will be held at Ryan Mortuary &amp; Crematory on North 8th Street on September 1st, 2023, where family will receive visitors at 10:00 am followed by a celebration of life at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted to organizations of the donor’s choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Salina for their support and care during this difficult time.

Donald Kenneth Worley

James Gustave Cott, 95, passed away Monday, August 28, 2023 with his loving family at his side. &nbsp;He was born April 11th, 1928 to Carl Gustave &amp; Bertha Minnie Martha Cott. &nbsp;He was raised on their family farm in Woodbine, KS with his two sisters Marietta &amp; Madeline.

He attended Pleasant Valley grade school, a rural one room school close to their farm. &nbsp;Then Woodbine high school his freshman year. &nbsp; In order to attend high school in Woodbine, Jim would ride his horse 5 miles one way. &nbsp;For his sophomore year his family moved one mile south of Lincolnville Kansas to their family farm. &nbsp;

In spring of 1953, Jim Cott met the love of his life Verla Mae Bernhart. &nbsp;Their lives were blessed in holy marriage, October 2nd 1953 at the Strassburg Baptist Church, located near the Marion Reservoir. &nbsp; They started their married life in a little rock house one mile south of Lincolnville, KS. &nbsp;There they raised four children; Alan (Alice) Cott of Celina, TX, Jani Cott of Salina KS, Ben (Judy) Cott of Goddard, KS &amp; Teresa (Tom) Drane of Salina KS. &nbsp; From these children their marriage was blessed with 15 grandchildren &amp; 25 great-grandchildren with two more on the way. &nbsp;

Jim &amp; Verla raised their family with strong faith and were active members of the Lincolnville United Methodist church. &nbsp;Their humble faith led to volunteering and sharing of the gifts that God had provided them. &nbsp; These gifts included Jim being a Lay speaker traveling to many area churches in the Tri-County area. &nbsp;He served on church &amp; school boards and was active in his community. &nbsp;

As Jim entered retirement, he answered a calling to open his life to compassionately loving others. &nbsp;This included entering the Big Brother program as one of the oldest Big Brothers at the time. &nbsp;Through this relationship he developed a cherished lifelong bond with his little brother. Hospice was another call answered in which he would come into homes of the dying, unselfishly giving of his time, love and understanding. &nbsp; &nbsp;Jim also had been blessed by entering into a lifelong friendship with a young man who had been confined to a wheelchair since childhood. &nbsp;This friendship was one of the most cherished relationships of his life! &nbsp;&nbsp;

As age progressed, Jim was facing 24-hour care due to weakness of body and entered into a Holiday Resort in June of 2022. &nbsp; While he was there, he developed many friendships with both his care providers and residents alike. &nbsp; He enters into the heavenly kingdom leaving an amazing example of what it is like to be a humble servant of our Lord Jesus Christ. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be Wednesday August 30th &nbsp;5:00 – 7:00 p.m. &nbsp;at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina KS. &nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church Salina KS, August 31st 2023. &nbsp;Senior Pastor Gideon Achi officiating. &nbsp;Following a lunch at the church the family will progress to the Lincolnville Kansas cemetery for burial at 1:30 p.m.

The family is deeply grateful for the compassionate care received by Salina Regional Hospital, Holiday Resort &amp; Hospice of Salina. &nbsp;Suggested Memorials gifts may be made to First United Methodist Church &amp;/or Hospice of Salina.

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

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 </figure>James Gustave Cott, 95, passed away Monday, August 28, 2023 with his loving family at his side. &nbsp;He was born April 11th, 1928 to Carl Gustave &amp; Bertha Minnie Martha Cott. &nbsp;He was raised on their family farm in Woodbine, KS with his two sisters Marietta &amp; Madeline.He attended Pleasant Valley grade school, a rural one room school close to their farm. &nbsp;Then Woodbine high school his freshman year. &nbsp; In order to attend high school in Woodbine, Jim would ride his horse 5 miles one way. &nbsp;For his sophomore year his family moved one mile south of Lincolnville Kansas to their family farm. &nbsp;In spring of 1953, Jim Cott met the love of his life Verla Mae Bernhart. &nbsp;Their lives were blessed in holy marriage, October 2nd 1953 at the Strassburg Baptist Church, located near the Marion Reservoir. &nbsp; They started their married life in a little rock house one mile south of Lincolnville, KS. &nbsp;There they raised four children; Alan (Alice) Cott of Celina, TX, Jani Cott of Salina KS, Ben (Judy) Cott of Goddard, KS &amp; Teresa (Tom) Drane of Salina KS. &nbsp; From these children their marriage was blessed with 15 grandchildren &amp; 25 great-grandchildren with two more on the way. &nbsp;Jim &amp; Verla raised their family with strong faith and were active members of the Lincolnville United Methodist church. &nbsp;Their humble faith led to volunteering and sharing of the gifts that God had provided them. &nbsp; These gifts included Jim being a Lay speaker traveling to many area churches in the Tri-County area. &nbsp;He served on church &amp; school boards and was active in his community. &nbsp;As Jim entered retirement, he answered a calling to open his life to compassionately loving others. &nbsp;This included entering the Big Brother program as one of the oldest Big Brothers at the time. &nbsp;Through this relationship he developed a cherished lifelong bond with his little brother. Hospice was another call answered in which he would come into homes of the dying, unselfishly giving of his time, love and understanding. &nbsp; &nbsp;Jim also had been blessed by entering into a lifelong friendship with a young man who had been confined to a wheelchair since childhood. &nbsp;This friendship was one of the most cherished relationships of his life! &nbsp;&nbsp;As age progressed, Jim was facing 24-hour care due to weakness of body and entered into a Holiday Resort in June of 2022. &nbsp; While he was there, he developed many friendships with both his care providers and residents alike. &nbsp; He enters into the heavenly kingdom leaving an amazing example of what it is like to be a humble servant of our Lord Jesus Christ. &nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be Wednesday August 30th &nbsp;5:00 – 7:00 p.m. &nbsp;at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina KS. &nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church Salina KS, August 31st 2023. &nbsp;Senior Pastor Gideon Achi officiating. &nbsp;Following a lunch at the church the family will progress to the Lincolnville Kansas cemetery for burial at 1:30 p.m.The family is deeply grateful for the compassionate care received by Salina Regional Hospital, Holiday Resort &amp; Hospice of Salina. &nbsp;Suggested Memorials gifts may be made to First United Methodist Church &amp;/or Hospice of Salina.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

James Gustave Cott

Dung Le Nguyen beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, departed this world on August 26, 2023. Dung was born in Hue, Vietnam on February 10, 1939 to Tu Nguyen and Ut Truong. She was a talented seamstress and owner of a shop in Saigon, Vietnam. She and her family made a harrowing escape from Vietnam in 1976. After reaching the US, she and her family lived in New York City for a time before settling in Salina, KS permanently. She worked at Tony’s Pizza until her retirement in 1998.

Her life always centered around her faith and family. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church and devoted much of her time to prayer. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and family gatherings.

Dung is preceded in death by her mother Ut Truong, father Tu Nguyen, brother Minh Nguyen, husband Niem Nguyen, son Dung Nguyen, .

Survivors include her brother Cong Nguyen (Huong Phan) of Atlanta, GA, Son Duong (wife of Minh Nguyen) of Salina, KS, son Joseph Nguyen (Julie) of Andover, KS and John Nguyen (Ashley) of Lenexa, KS and grandchildren Lucas, Alex and Scarlett.

Viewing and Visitation is Friday, September 1, 2023 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at Roselawn Memorial Chapel at 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS. Family and friends are welcome to enjoy luncheon together in the Friendship Room after the viewing and visitation. Funeral service will be Friday, September 1, 2023 at 3:00 pm at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 230 E Cloud St, Salina, KS. Interment to follow in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the staff and caregivers of Harry Hynes Hospice of Wichita for the wonderful care Dung during her last days. Please consider making a small donation to Harry Hynes Hospice in lieu of flowers in her memory if you feel inclined.

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

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 </figure> Dung Le Nguyen beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, departed this world on August 26, 2023. Dung was born in Hue, Vietnam on February 10, 1939 to Tu Nguyen and Ut Truong. She was a talented seamstress and owner of a shop in Saigon, Vietnam. She and her family made a harrowing escape from Vietnam in 1976. After reaching the US, she and her family lived in New York City for a time before settling in Salina, KS permanently. She worked at Tony’s Pizza until her retirement in 1998.Her life always centered around her faith and family. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church and devoted much of her time to prayer. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and family gatherings.Dung is preceded in death by her mother Ut Truong, father Tu Nguyen, brother Minh Nguyen, husband Niem Nguyen, son Dung Nguyen, .Survivors include her brother Cong Nguyen (Huong Phan) of Atlanta, GA, Son Duong (wife of Minh Nguyen) of Salina, KS, son Joseph Nguyen (Julie) of Andover, KS and John Nguyen (Ashley) of Lenexa, KS and grandchildren Lucas, Alex and Scarlett.Viewing and Visitation is Friday, September 1, 2023 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at Roselawn Memorial Chapel at 1920 E. Crawford, Salina, KS. Family and friends are welcome to enjoy luncheon together in the Friendship Room after the viewing and visitation. Funeral service will be Friday, September 1, 2023 at 3:00 pm at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 230 E Cloud St, Salina, KS. Interment to follow in the Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery.The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the staff and caregivers of Harry Hynes Hospice of Wichita for the wonderful care Dung during her last days. Please consider making a small donation to Harry Hynes Hospice in lieu of flowers in her memory if you feel inclined.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

Dung Le Nguyen

Janis Ann Crow, 67, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023. Janis was born in Emporia, Kansas on August 6, 1956, a daughter of Velma Louise (Reed) and Hubert Adolph Erker. She worked for 30 years as a commercial electrician. Survivors include her sister, Michele Livesay (Michael), of Norman, Oklahoma; brother, Stacey Erker (Mary), of Salina, Kansas; daughter-in-law, Mandy Bonner, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; granddaughter, Bailey Stanley (Hunter), of Coleman, Oklahoma; 1 great grandson on the way; and many extended family members. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Jeffrey Bonner; and her sister, Sharon Bryan. Cremation was chosen. Graveside services will take place at 9:00 am, Thursday, August 31st, at Prairie Mound Cemetery, Solomon, Kansas. Donations may be made to the Salina Animal Shelter, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory. To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/" target="_blank">www.carlsonfh.net</a>

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 </figure> Janis Ann Crow, 67, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023. Janis was born in Emporia, Kansas on August 6, 1956, a daughter of Velma Louise (Reed) and Hubert Adolph Erker. She worked for 30 years as a commercial electrician. Survivors include her sister, Michele Livesay (Michael), of Norman, Oklahoma; brother, Stacey Erker (Mary), of Salina, Kansas; daughter-in-law, Mandy Bonner, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; granddaughter, Bailey Stanley (Hunter), of Coleman, Oklahoma; 1 great grandson on the way; and many extended family members. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Jeffrey Bonner; and her sister, Sharon Bryan. Cremation was chosen. Graveside services will take place at 9:00 am, Thursday, August 31st, at Prairie Mound Cemetery, Solomon, Kansas. Donations may be made to the Salina Animal Shelter, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory. To send an online condolence, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/" target="_blank">www.carlsonfh.net</a>

Janis Ann Crow

John G. Mortimer&nbsp;passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, at Salina Regional Hospital. He was 90 years of age.

John was born to Carl G. and Lema W. (Welch) Mortimer.

He graduated from Gypsum Highschool with the class of 1951.&nbsp; He then spent 5 years as an equipment operator for Salina Sand Co. In the fall of 1956, John enrolled at his father’s alma mater, Kansas Wesleyan University. In 1960, he was hired to work at a local finance company. He served the company in Salina, KS before relocating to Wichita, KS and later Omaha, NE.

In 1961, while still working in Salina, John was set up on a blind date with Mary Jane Mason, of Kipp. They were later married, in October 1963 in Solomon, KS. Together they went back to Omaha, NE and shortly after made their way back to Salina, KS.

John retired from Security Savings in 1999, at the age of 66.After retirement, John, Mary Jane, her sister Lois and husband, Don, took a 10-day trip to Alaska. John often reminisced on his 3 summers spent in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. Here, him and Mary Jane rented a beach house and enjoyed their time together with their family.

John was frequently found gloating about his family. He was a proud father and (great)grandfather. John is preceded in death by sisters Barbara (Glen) Meyer, Delores and Sharon Mortimer. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 incredible years, Mary Jane (Mason) Mortimer of Solomon; sister Karen (Mike) Moore of Newbern, NC; son Kevin (Sheila) Mortimer of Solomon; daughter Kara (Chris) Brady of Salina; granddaughters Brianna (Derek) Nielsen of Emporia; Emma and Caroline Brady of Salina and grandson Garrett (Sydney) Mortimer; as well as great grandsons Elliot, Graham, and Callen Nielsen of Emporia. John was also extremely excited to welcome another great grandson this winter.

Visitation will be 4-6 pm August 31, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary.

Funeral service will be 10 am Friday, September 1, 2023, at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church with Fr. Kevin Weber as celebrant. &nbsp;

Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Solomon.

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 </figure>John G. Mortimer&nbsp;passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, at Salina Regional Hospital. He was 90 years of age.John was born to Carl G. and Lema W. (Welch) Mortimer.He graduated from Gypsum Highschool with the class of 1951.&nbsp; He then spent 5 years as an equipment operator for Salina Sand Co. In the fall of 1956, John enrolled at his father’s alma mater, Kansas Wesleyan University. In 1960, he was hired to work at a local finance company. He served the company in Salina, KS before relocating to Wichita, KS and later Omaha, NE.In 1961, while still working in Salina, John was set up on a blind date with Mary Jane Mason, of Kipp. They were later married, in October 1963 in Solomon, KS. Together they went back to Omaha, NE and shortly after made their way back to Salina, KS.John retired from Security Savings in 1999, at the age of 66.After retirement, John, Mary Jane, her sister Lois and husband, Don, took a 10-day trip to Alaska. John often reminisced on his 3 summers spent in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. Here, him and Mary Jane rented a beach house and enjoyed their time together with their family.John was frequently found gloating about his family. He was a proud father and (great)grandfather. John is preceded in death by sisters Barbara (Glen) Meyer, Delores and Sharon Mortimer. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 incredible years, Mary Jane (Mason) Mortimer of Solomon; sister Karen (Mike) Moore of Newbern, NC; son Kevin (Sheila) Mortimer of Solomon; daughter Kara (Chris) Brady of Salina; granddaughters Brianna (Derek) Nielsen of Emporia; Emma and Caroline Brady of Salina and grandson Garrett (Sydney) Mortimer; as well as great grandsons Elliot, Graham, and Callen Nielsen of Emporia. John was also extremely excited to welcome another great grandson this winter.Visitation will be 4-6 pm August 31, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary.Funeral service will be 10 am Friday, September 1, 2023, at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church with Fr. Kevin Weber as celebrant. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Solomon.

John Mortimer

Donald Ralph Loader, residing in Salina, KS died Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Presbyterian Manor from Lewy Body Dementia.

Don was born August 2, 1940, in Salina, KS to Ralph and Mary Loader. He was always interested in Art &amp; Design. He grew up in the retail world with his first job working in Loader’s Market, his parents’ grocery store. &nbsp;

Don married Jean Nieman on August 30, 1969, in Salina. He graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Salina, KS and the Kansas City Art Institute, in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp; Don was an Interior Designer and worked at Dwight Putnam Interiors, Stiefel’s Department Store, then opened Don Loader Interiors with his wife, Jean.&nbsp; He provided decorating services to North Central Kansas for more than 20 years.&nbsp; Don loved gardening, time in his swimming pool, martinis, entertaining, and convertibles. Don was a very loving person; he cherished his many friendships and time spent with his family. &nbsp;

Don is survived by his wife, Jean Loader, sons, Jim Loader (Michael Chambers), Jon Loader, and grandson, Stephen Loader.&nbsp; Additional survivors include his sister, Jane Belt (Jerry), nieces and nephews, Kathy Belt, Dan Belt (Pat) and family, Tom Belt (Angie) and family, and special cousin, Betty Yockers.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mary Loader, and infant son, Stephen Donald Loader.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, August 30th, at St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, 230 E. Cloud Street. Burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at St. Mary’s All Purpose Room. A Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29th at Ryan Mortuary. The family will be available from 5-7 p.m. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, 230 East Cloud Street, Salina, KS. Cards may be sent to Jean Loader, 2601 East Crawford Street, Salina, KS 67401.

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 </figure>Donald Ralph Loader, residing in Salina, KS died Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Presbyterian Manor from Lewy Body Dementia.Don was born August 2, 1940, in Salina, KS to Ralph and Mary Loader. He was always interested in Art &amp; Design. He grew up in the retail world with his first job working in Loader’s Market, his parents’ grocery store. &nbsp;Don married Jean Nieman on August 30, 1969, in Salina. He graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Salina, KS and the Kansas City Art Institute, in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp; Don was an Interior Designer and worked at Dwight Putnam Interiors, Stiefel’s Department Store, then opened Don Loader Interiors with his wife, Jean.&nbsp; He provided decorating services to North Central Kansas for more than 20 years.&nbsp; Don loved gardening, time in his swimming pool, martinis, entertaining, and convertibles. Don was a very loving person; he cherished his many friendships and time spent with his family. &nbsp;Don is survived by his wife, Jean Loader, sons, Jim Loader (Michael Chambers), Jon Loader, and grandson, Stephen Loader.&nbsp; Additional survivors include his sister, Jane Belt (Jerry), nieces and nephews, Kathy Belt, Dan Belt (Pat) and family, Tom Belt (Angie) and family, and special cousin, Betty Yockers.Don was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mary Loader, and infant son, Stephen Donald Loader.Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, August 30th, at St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, 230 E. Cloud Street. Burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at St. Mary’s All Purpose Room. A Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29th at Ryan Mortuary. The family will be available from 5-7 p.m. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, 230 East Cloud Street, Salina, KS. Cards may be sent to Jean Loader, 2601 East Crawford Street, Salina, KS 67401.

Donald Ralph Loader

Eldon L. Demuth, 91, passed away on Aug. 18, 2023.&nbsp; Born Eldon Leon Demuth on Nov. 2, 1931, in rural Harper County, Okla., to May and Claude Demuth, he was the third child and eldest boy of six children. Eldon and his siblings grew up on a farm north of Rosston, where they rode to school in a homemade bus.

After graduating from Rosston High School in 1949, Eldon attended college for a year at Panhandle State University in Goodwell, Okla., before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force in March 1951. After basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, and auto mechanics training at Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyo., Eldon was stationed at an air base in Niigata, Japan, until March 1954.

After returning to the U.S., Eldon finished his military duty at Hunter Air Force Base in Savannah. Ga. He was honorably discharged in March 1955.

Eldon moved to Wichita, Kansas and was hired at Beech Aircraft where he worked in the aircraft spare parts warehouse before being promoted to an office job taking parts orders from distributors. He worked for the company for nearly 40 years, retiring in 1994.

On April 27, 1957, Eldon married Rozella Lindley of Wichita. The couple had one son, Gary, in 1958. They divorced in 1983 and Rozella died in 1986. Eldon married Patty Post of Salina on Sept. 3, 1983, adding a stepson, Sam, and stepdaughter, Denise, to his family.

After retirement, Eldon and Patty moved to Salina, where Eldon worked part-time in the maintenance department of Sunflower Bank and as a door greeter at Conklin Cars.

Eldon was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Wilma, Thelma and Shirley, and wife Patty. He is survived by brothers Merlin (June) Demuth of Bartlesville, Okla., and David (Darlene) Demuth of Bixby, Okla., sons Gary (Marcia) Demuth and Sam (DeeDee) Eslick of Salina, and daughter Denise (Scott) Russell of Chapman. He has eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

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 </figure>Eldon L. Demuth, 91, passed away on Aug. 18, 2023.&nbsp; Born Eldon Leon Demuth on Nov. 2, 1931, in rural Harper County, Okla., to May and Claude Demuth, he was the third child and eldest boy of six children. Eldon and his siblings grew up on a farm north of Rosston, where they rode to school in a homemade bus.After graduating from Rosston High School in 1949, Eldon attended college for a year at Panhandle State University in Goodwell, Okla., before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force in March 1951. After basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, and auto mechanics training at Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyo., Eldon was stationed at an air base in Niigata, Japan, until March 1954.After returning to the U.S., Eldon finished his military duty at Hunter Air Force Base in Savannah. Ga. He was honorably discharged in March 1955.Eldon moved to Wichita, Kansas and was hired at Beech Aircraft where he worked in the aircraft spare parts warehouse before being promoted to an office job taking parts orders from distributors. He worked for the company for nearly 40 years, retiring in 1994.On April 27, 1957, Eldon married Rozella Lindley of Wichita. The couple had one son, Gary, in 1958. They divorced in 1983 and Rozella died in 1986. Eldon married Patty Post of Salina on Sept. 3, 1983, adding a stepson, Sam, and stepdaughter, Denise, to his family.After retirement, Eldon and Patty moved to Salina, where Eldon worked part-time in the maintenance department of Sunflower Bank and as a door greeter at Conklin Cars.Eldon was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Wilma, Thelma and Shirley, and wife Patty. He is survived by brothers Merlin (June) Demuth of Bartlesville, Okla., and David (Darlene) Demuth of Bixby, Okla., sons Gary (Marcia) Demuth and Sam (DeeDee) Eslick of Salina, and daughter Denise (Scott) Russell of Chapman. He has eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Eldon L. Demuth

Wilma was born on April 9, 1930 to William P. Miller and Katherine M. (Haag) Miller as the second to the youngest of 13 children on a farm in Lyon County, Kansas. She passed away peacefully in her sleep after saying her nightly prayers on August 14, 2023. Wilma is so beloved, as many were drawn to her smile, sincerity and fast pace.

Wilma grew up gardening and raising chickens to help feed her family during the Great Depression and World War II. She disliked chickens to this day, but loved her pony, Diamond. When going to school, Wilma rode on her big brother's shoulders and carried hot boiled eggs in her hands to keep them warm during the snowy winter.

After being crowned “May Queen,” Wilma married her high school sweetheart, Charles Richard (Dick) Gerleman, in Olpe, Kansas on June 24, 1950. Together, they shared 63 beautiful years of love, marriage, dancing and happiness. Wilma was at his side when he went to be with our Lord on April 25, 2013.

In the early 1950s, Wilma and Dick moved to Belleville, Kansas, where Dick worked with Metropolitan Life Insurance and Wilma was a stay-at-home mother who raised their four children, Bruce W. and Dr. Brent F. Gerleman (Angie) of Des Moines, Iowa, and Brenda M. Gerleman and Barbara K. Autry of Wichita. In 1961, Dick was promoted to agency manager and the family moved to Salina, where Wilma enjoyed the many amenities of big city life; dancing, fashion, friends and family filled Wilma’s days.

Her Catholic faith was always paramount in her life. Wilma became very involved with Saint Mary’s Church and Elementary School and Sacred Heart High School. She and Dick made regular trips to Olpe to help their parents. As her children grew older, Wilma began a career at Salina Sears in the women’s fashion department. Her class and gift for detail and design on a budget quickly caught the eye of customers and colleagues. Over the next 30 years, she enjoyed nurturing and guiding women and girls; she was respected and remembered for years after she retired.

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 </figure>Wilma was born on April 9, 1930 to William P. Miller and Katherine M. (Haag) Miller as the second to the youngest of 13 children on a farm in Lyon County, Kansas. She passed away peacefully in her sleep after saying her nightly prayers on August 14, 2023. Wilma is so beloved, as many were drawn to her smile, sincerity and fast pace.Wilma grew up gardening and raising chickens to help feed her family during the Great Depression and World War II. She disliked chickens to this day, but loved her pony, Diamond. When going to school, Wilma rode on her big brother's shoulders and carried hot boiled eggs in her hands to keep them warm during the snowy winter.After being crowned “May Queen,” Wilma married her high school sweetheart, Charles Richard (Dick) Gerleman, in Olpe, Kansas on June 24, 1950. Together, they shared 63 beautiful years of love, marriage, dancing and happiness. Wilma was at his side when he went to be with our Lord on April 25, 2013.In the early 1950s, Wilma and Dick moved to Belleville, Kansas, where Dick worked with Metropolitan Life Insurance and Wilma was a stay-at-home mother who raised their four children, Bruce W. and Dr. Brent F. Gerleman (Angie) of Des Moines, Iowa, and Brenda M. Gerleman and Barbara K. Autry of Wichita. In 1961, Dick was promoted to agency manager and the family moved to Salina, where Wilma enjoyed the many amenities of big city life; dancing, fashion, friends and family filled Wilma’s days.Her Catholic faith was always paramount in her life. Wilma became very involved with Saint Mary’s Church and Elementary School and Sacred Heart High School. She and Dick made regular trips to Olpe to help their parents. As her children grew older, Wilma began a career at Salina Sears in the women’s fashion department. Her class and gift for detail and design on a budget quickly caught the eye of customers and colleagues. Over the next 30 years, she enjoyed nurturing and guiding women and girls; she was respected and remembered for years after she retired.Wilma was an accomplished artist across many mediums. She was best known for the various stages of her beautiful oil paintings, ranging from wildlife, flowers, sceneries, still-life, abstract and more. She took great pride in her home, cultivating cleanliness and green thumbs across her family. She was a deeply committed matriarch, who loved being serenaded by her children and grandchildren and never napped.Wilma and Dick cherished Catholic education and all four of their children were educated in Catholic schools. Following high school, all four children attended Wichita State University, where Bruce played football, Brenda and Barbie were Shockettes and Brent graduated from WSU/KU medical school with honors. Her pride in their successes and in the success of the Knights and Shockers was never-ending, as they traveled all over the country to support the schools and their children. At WSU, she was lovingly referred to as “Team Mom.” Her beauty and sweet words of encouragement inspired many Shockers to greatness and she was honored with a stone on the WSU Plaza of Heroines.Throughout their marriage, Wilma and Dick traveled our country and the world. They saved up to take their children on frequent vacations. Later in life, Wilma enjoyed her fall trips to New England, visits to Seattle to see her sisters Geneva and Kathryn, time in the deserts of Arizona with Jim and Joyce Hill, adventures in Carmel with the Gerlemans, and many trips to Florida where the Fontainebleau was her favorite dancing place. Their highlights together included Hawaii, Alaska and over a dozen countries across Europe. She prayed in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome and St. Francis’s Basilica in Assisi with her four children, visited Dick’s forefathers in the namesake of her hometown, Olpe, Germany, and explored her ancestors’ country in Alsace Lorraine.Wilma never forgot her hometown of Olpe, Kansas. With Dick, she gave generous gifts to establish the original endowment for St. Joseph’s Catholic School and the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery. Wilma will be buried in that cemetery on Friday August 25th at 4:00. In lieu of flowers, please consider gifts to those endowments.Wilma is survived by her four children, six grandchildren who knew her as “Nanie” (Grant, Gretchen, Anna, Jeb, McKenzie and Max) and three great grandchildren (Graham, Drake and Meyer). Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, brothers (Bert, Christian, Leonard, Francis and Bill), sisters (Clara, Louise, Bernadine, Helen, Eileen, Geneva and Kathryn) and granddaughter Margo.

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