Sandra “Sandy” Schwab, 66, of Clifton, Kansas died Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at the Stormont-Vail Regional Health Center in Topeka. &nbsp;She was born on June 11, 1956 in Snyder, Texas the daughter of William and Eva (Sallman) Schwab.

Sandy grew up in Morganville, Kansas and graduated from CCCHS in 1974. &nbsp;She received her LPN at Beloit, Kansas and then graduated from Washburn University with her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. &nbsp;Sandy worked at Stormont-Vail, as a home health nurse in the Wamego area, Community Care, Inc. in Clifton and retired from Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde in 2022. &nbsp;She was a member of the Faith United Church Presbyterian and the Clifton American Legion Auxiliary. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by father and brother, Jason Schwab.

She is survived by her mother, Eva Schwab of Clifton, Kansas; sister, Penny McDonald of Mansfield, Texas; 2 grandchildren, Kade Fyler and Abby Davidson; 2 great grandchildren, Cruse and Knox Ramsey and companion, Mike Knox of Clifton, Kansas.

Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Faith United Church Presbyterian in Clifton, Kansas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

A private inurnment will be held at a later date.

Visitation will be held from 9:30AM until service time on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at the Faith United Church Presbyterian.

Memorials may be made to the Park Villa Nursing Home or Faith United Church Presbyterian and can be sent c/o funeral home.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Sandra “Sandy” Schwab</figcaption>
 </figure>Sandra “Sandy” Schwab, 66, of Clifton, Kansas died Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at the Stormont-Vail Regional Health Center in Topeka. &nbsp;She was born on June 11, 1956 in Snyder, Texas the daughter of William and Eva (Sallman) Schwab.Sandy grew up in Morganville, Kansas and graduated from CCCHS in 1974. &nbsp;She received her LPN at Beloit, Kansas and then graduated from Washburn University with her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. &nbsp;Sandy worked at Stormont-Vail, as a home health nurse in the Wamego area, Community Care, Inc. in Clifton and retired from Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde in 2022. &nbsp;She was a member of the Faith United Church Presbyterian and the Clifton American Legion Auxiliary. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by father and brother, Jason Schwab.She is survived by her mother, Eva Schwab of Clifton, Kansas; sister, Penny McDonald of Mansfield, Texas; 2 grandchildren, Kade Fyler and Abby Davidson; 2 great grandchildren, Cruse and Knox Ramsey and companion, Mike Knox of Clifton, Kansas.Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Faith United Church Presbyterian in Clifton, Kansas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A private inurnment will be held at a later date.Visitation will be held from 9:30AM until service time on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at the Faith United Church Presbyterian.Memorials may be made to the Park Villa Nursing Home or Faith United Church Presbyterian and can be sent c/o funeral home.

Sandra 'Sandy' Schwab

Ida Marie (Meis) McGreevy, 87, of Salina, KS passed away May 23, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

Ida was born June 5, 1935 to Conrad and Matilda (Kuhn) Meis.

Throughout her career, Ida worked at the local Salina hospitals until her retirement after 40 years of service.

Ida was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John J. McGreevy; four brothers, Lawrence Meis, Gilbert Meis, Duane Meis, and Roy Dean Meis; three sisters, Delores Ludlow, Thelma Barnes, and Anna Wright; and one great-grandson, Johnathan.

Ida is survived by her two sons, Kirk (Jeanne) McGreevy and Craig (Cindi) McGreevy, of Salina; and one daughter, Kimberly (Randy) Radke, of Bennington; five grandchildren, Jason (Margie) McGreevy, Dusty (Stormie) McGreevy, Kyle (Krista) Radke, Whitney (Andrew) Radke, and Shawna (Kevin) Kronmiller; and four great-grandchildren, Mya McGreevy, Kaden Kronmiller, River Radke, and Phoenix Radke.

Per Ida’s request, there will be no services as cremation was chosen.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Church for masses in memorial of Ida.

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

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 <figcaption>Ida Marie (Meis) McGreevy</figcaption>
 </figure>Ida Marie (Meis) McGreevy, 87, of Salina, KS passed away May 23, 2023 with her loving family by her side.Ida was born June 5, 1935 to Conrad and Matilda (Kuhn) Meis.Throughout her career, Ida worked at the local Salina hospitals until her retirement after 40 years of service.Ida was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John J. McGreevy; four brothers, Lawrence Meis, Gilbert Meis, Duane Meis, and Roy Dean Meis; three sisters, Delores Ludlow, Thelma Barnes, and Anna Wright; and one great-grandson, Johnathan.Ida is survived by her two sons, Kirk (Jeanne) McGreevy and Craig (Cindi) McGreevy, of Salina; and one daughter, Kimberly (Randy) Radke, of Bennington; five grandchildren, Jason (Margie) McGreevy, Dusty (Stormie) McGreevy, Kyle (Krista) Radke, Whitney (Andrew) Radke, and Shawna (Kevin) Kronmiller; and four great-grandchildren, Mya McGreevy, Kaden Kronmiller, River Radke, and Phoenix Radke.Per Ida’s request, there will be no services as cremation was chosen.Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Queen of the Universe Church for masses in memorial of Ida.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

Ida Marie (Meis) McGreevy

It is with great sadness to announce that&nbsp;Donna B. Lefort&nbsp;passed away at age 86 on May 20th, 2023, at Reflections Retirement Resort surrounded by family. She was born to Earl and Kathryn Parsons in Bostwick, Nebraska on September 2, 1936.

Donna graduated from Jamestown High School in Jamestown, Kansas where she used one of her many talents in leading the marching band as the Drum Majorette, a job she did with great pride and grace. Following graduation, she married the love of her life Delbert Lefort on September 25, 1954. She worked most of her life as a bookkeeper/business manager at various companies including her husband and son’s petroleum business, D &amp; S Service.

Donna’s greatest joy in life was her family. She loved hosting dinners and family gatherings. She was an amazing cook and baker. Her greatest passion was attending anything involving her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whether that be sporting events or vocal, band and dance competitions, she was always there front and center cheering them on. Donna had many hobbies and interests such as dancing, traveling, and playing card or dice games with family and friends.

Donna is survived by her son Stan Lefort (Debra), daughter, Sue Lefort, sisters Sandra Pae (Fred), and Mary Newton. Sister-in-law Sandra Parsons and Arlee Mae Parsons. Granddaughter’s, Stephanie Lefort, Sherry Lefort (Virgil), Christina Lefort. Grandson Dylan Lefort (Chelsea). Great grandchildren, Madison (Drew) Searcy, Ella Searcy, Avery Lefort (Kenze), Brooklyn, Creighton, Bradleigh, Beckett, and Rhyatt Lefort. Great great granddaughter, Raelynn Lefort, and many more beloved nephews, nieces, and several close friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Lefort, her parents Earl and Kathryn Parsons, brothers Raymond, Gary, and Delbert Parsons, sisters Evelyn Tholstrup, Ruby Conn, Clara Stegmaier, and Irene Parsons.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 25th, 2023, from 4-8 pm at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas. A celebration of life will be held Friday, May 26th, 2023, at 11:00 am at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas. Burial will follow immediately after the funeral at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, Kansas. Lunch to follow at the American Legion in Concordia, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Reflections Retirement Resort, Salina, Kansas.

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 <figcaption>Donna B. Lefort</figcaption>
 </figure>It is with great sadness to announce that&nbsp;Donna B. Lefort&nbsp;passed away at age 86 on May 20th, 2023, at Reflections Retirement Resort surrounded by family. She was born to Earl and Kathryn Parsons in Bostwick, Nebraska on September 2, 1936.Donna graduated from Jamestown High School in Jamestown, Kansas where she used one of her many talents in leading the marching band as the Drum Majorette, a job she did with great pride and grace. Following graduation, she married the love of her life Delbert Lefort on September 25, 1954. She worked most of her life as a bookkeeper/business manager at various companies including her husband and son’s petroleum business, D &amp; S Service.Donna’s greatest joy in life was her family. She loved hosting dinners and family gatherings. She was an amazing cook and baker. Her greatest passion was attending anything involving her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whether that be sporting events or vocal, band and dance competitions, she was always there front and center cheering them on. Donna had many hobbies and interests such as dancing, traveling, and playing card or dice games with family and friends.Donna is survived by her son Stan Lefort (Debra), daughter, Sue Lefort, sisters Sandra Pae (Fred), and Mary Newton. Sister-in-law Sandra Parsons and Arlee Mae Parsons. Granddaughter’s, Stephanie Lefort, Sherry Lefort (Virgil), Christina Lefort. Grandson Dylan Lefort (Chelsea). Great grandchildren, Madison (Drew) Searcy, Ella Searcy, Avery Lefort (Kenze), Brooklyn, Creighton, Bradleigh, Beckett, and Rhyatt Lefort. Great great granddaughter, Raelynn Lefort, and many more beloved nephews, nieces, and several close friends.She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Lefort, her parents Earl and Kathryn Parsons, brothers Raymond, Gary, and Delbert Parsons, sisters Evelyn Tholstrup, Ruby Conn, Clara Stegmaier, and Irene Parsons.Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 25th, 2023, from 4-8 pm at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas. A celebration of life will be held Friday, May 26th, 2023, at 11:00 am at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, Kansas. Burial will follow immediately after the funeral at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, Kansas. Lunch to follow at the American Legion in Concordia, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Reflections Retirement Resort, Salina, Kansas.

Donna B. Lefort

Almita Marie Augustine, 91, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023. She was born on March 23, 1932, in Antonino, Kansas, to Philip and Mary (Herrman) Dreher.

She married Theodore Augustine on April 8, 1953, in Ellis, Kansas and together they owned and operated Ted Augustine Furniture west of Salina for many years. She was an active member of St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church in Salina, and after her retirement in 2002, she was a volunteer at Salina Regional Health Center.

Almita worked alongside her husband, Ted, and son, Dale, and daughter-in-law, Carol, and became a successful small business owner and investor. She loved to travel with family and friends and her favorite trips included gambling in Las Vegas with her sister, Thelma, and brother-in-law, Gene and going to Mardi Gras in New Orleans with her sister, Alice and the Orth family as well as going on numerous family vacations. She loved to travel abroad and acquired a famous collection of plates that showcased her journey. She loved to play cards with friends and played regularly up until the last month of her life. Almita loved to cook for family holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. Each holiday had a traditional feast and highlighted a focus on family. Christmas eve at Grandma’s was a cherished tradition as were Easter egg hunts for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Another family tradition was going out to eat after church on Sundays. Almita was committed to her faith and her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ted; son, Dale; brothers, C.J. and Julius; and sisters, Dorothy Schmidt, Alice Orth, Thelma Karlin, and Darlene Leiker.

Survivors include her children, her daughter-in-law, Carol Augustine; Donna Augustine-Shaw (Mike); and Mark Augustine (Becky); grandchildren, Craig Augustine (Melissa), Jason Augustine (Jami), Cindy Wegerer (Matt), Quentin Shaw (Natalie), Kameron Shaw, Licia Shaw, Kate Augustine (Josh Tait), Rachel Tacha (Evan), Ted Augustine (Colleen), and Audrey Augustine; and great-grandchildren, Alexys, Adley, Abigail, Drake, Cali, Gunner, Isabella, Frances, Augustine, Aiden, and Jayson.

Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday, May 26, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, with family present beginning at 5 p.m., and a rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, Salina, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church in lieu of flowers, care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684979332052.jpeg" alt="Almita Marie Augustine" />
 <figcaption>Almita Marie Augustine</figcaption>
 </figure>Almita Marie Augustine, 91, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023. She was born on March 23, 1932, in Antonino, Kansas, to Philip and Mary (Herrman) Dreher.She married Theodore Augustine on April 8, 1953, in Ellis, Kansas and together they owned and operated Ted Augustine Furniture west of Salina for many years. She was an active member of St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church in Salina, and after her retirement in 2002, she was a volunteer at Salina Regional Health Center.Almita worked alongside her husband, Ted, and son, Dale, and daughter-in-law, Carol, and became a successful small business owner and investor. She loved to travel with family and friends and her favorite trips included gambling in Las Vegas with her sister, Thelma, and brother-in-law, Gene and going to Mardi Gras in New Orleans with her sister, Alice and the Orth family as well as going on numerous family vacations. She loved to travel abroad and acquired a famous collection of plates that showcased her journey. She loved to play cards with friends and played regularly up until the last month of her life. Almita loved to cook for family holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. Each holiday had a traditional feast and highlighted a focus on family. Christmas eve at Grandma’s was a cherished tradition as were Easter egg hunts for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Another family tradition was going out to eat after church on Sundays. Almita was committed to her faith and her family.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ted; son, Dale; brothers, C.J. and Julius; and sisters, Dorothy Schmidt, Alice Orth, Thelma Karlin, and Darlene Leiker.Survivors include her children, her daughter-in-law, Carol Augustine; Donna Augustine-Shaw (Mike); and Mark Augustine (Becky); grandchildren, Craig Augustine (Melissa), Jason Augustine (Jami), Cindy Wegerer (Matt), Quentin Shaw (Natalie), Kameron Shaw, Licia Shaw, Kate Augustine (Josh Tait), Rachel Tacha (Evan), Ted Augustine (Colleen), and Audrey Augustine; and great-grandchildren, Alexys, Adley, Abigail, Drake, Cali, Gunner, Isabella, Frances, Augustine, Aiden, and Jayson.Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday, May 26, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, with family present beginning at 5 p.m., and a rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, Salina, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.Memorials may be made to St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church in lieu of flowers, care of Ryan Mortuary.

Almita Marie (Dreher) Augustine

Dennis Miller, 63, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023.&nbsp; He was born in Salina to Preston and Twila (Petit) Miller.

Dennis grew up in Brookville and graduated from Ell Saline High School.&nbsp; He served in the United States Navy and was stationed at Pearl Harbor. &nbsp;

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Claudine Lee; and nephew, Jay Bogart.

He is survived by his sister, Colette Bogart (Jerry); brother-in-law, Don Lee; and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 26, 2023 at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

Information courtesy Ryan Mortuary.

Dennis Miller, 63, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023.&nbsp; He was born in Salina to Preston and Twila (Petit) Miller.Dennis grew up in Brookville and graduated from Ell Saline High School.&nbsp; He served in the United States Navy and was stationed at Pearl Harbor. &nbsp;Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Claudine Lee; and nephew, Jay Bogart.He is survived by his sister, Colette Bogart (Jerry); brother-in-law, Don Lee; and several nieces and nephews.A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 26, 2023 at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.Information courtesy Ryan Mortuary.

Dennis Miller

Martha Dell Eakins, 73 years of age, of Concordia passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on November 16, 1949 in Concordia, Kansas to Thomas E. and Della (Greer) Barleen.

She married Arthur Eakins on June 12, 1968 in Ridgeland, South Carolina.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on March 22, 2009.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union two children were born Jeff and Chrystal.

Martha and Art returned to Cloud County after his retirement in 1981.

Martha was a Walmart associate in Concordia for several years. She had previously worked at Boogaarts, TG&amp;Y, and Ideal Market in Clyde.

Martha was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #76, and a past member of the Moose Lodge Auxilary.

She enjoyed traveling, camping, square dancing, roller skating, and was Alan Jackson’s #1 fan. She loved spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Martha is survived by her son, Jeff (April Walker) Eakins of Rigby, ID; daughter, Chrystal Donley (Mike) of Concordia, KS; a sister, Meredith Liby (Dale)Bechard; two brothers, Owen Barleen of Concordia, KS, Loyal Barleen, Concordia, KS; brother-in-law, Bill Powell, Concordia, KS; five granddaughters, Lindsey (Justin) Snyder of Concordia, KS, Katie (Bobby Dillow) Eakins, Leah Eakins, Mariah (Sean) Chaput, Riley Westgate; five great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Art, parents Thomas and Della two sisters, Peggy Powell and Carol Lingo.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, with Pastor Earl Hale officiating.

Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia. Visitation will be held from 1-8 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, with Family greeting friends from&nbsp;&nbsp;6-7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be left to the Concordia American Legion Post #76 or Park Villa Nursing Home of Clyde.

For online condolences, please visit <a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>. Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia in charge of arrangements.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684947081892.png" alt="Martha Dell Eakins" />
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 </figure>Martha Dell Eakins, 73 years of age, of Concordia passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on November 16, 1949 in Concordia, Kansas to Thomas E. and Della (Greer) Barleen.Martha attended Concordia Schools.She married Arthur Eakins on June 12, 1968 in Ridgeland, South Carolina.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on March 22, 2009.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union two children were born Jeff and Chrystal.Martha and Art returned to Cloud County after his retirement in 1981.Martha was a Walmart associate in Concordia for several years. She had previously worked at Boogaarts, TG&amp;Y, and Ideal Market in Clyde.Martha was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #76, and a past member of the Moose Lodge Auxilary.She enjoyed traveling, camping, square dancing, roller skating, and was Alan Jackson’s #1 fan. She loved spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Martha is survived by her son, Jeff (April Walker) Eakins of Rigby, ID; daughter, Chrystal Donley (Mike) of Concordia, KS; a sister, Meredith Liby (Dale)Bechard; two brothers, Owen Barleen of Concordia, KS, Loyal Barleen, Concordia, KS; brother-in-law, Bill Powell, Concordia, KS; five granddaughters, Lindsey (Justin) Snyder of Concordia, KS, Katie (Bobby Dillow) Eakins, Leah Eakins, Mariah (Sean) Chaput, Riley Westgate; five great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband Art, parents Thomas and Della two sisters, Peggy Powell and Carol Lingo.A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia, with Pastor Earl Hale officiating.Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia. Visitation will be held from 1-8 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia, with Family greeting friends from&nbsp;&nbsp;6-7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be left to the Concordia American Legion Post #76 or Park Villa Nursing Home of Clyde.For online condolences, please visit <a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>. Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia in charge of arrangements.

Martha Dell Eakins

Downs—Warren L. Otte, 76, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023 in Kansas City, MO. after a short illness.

He was born August 1, 1946 in Beloit, KS, the son of Albert and Grace (Lowdon) Otte,

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Weldon Bart (1967).

He is survived by his wife Anne M. Otte of the home; children:&nbsp; Kristi Gamble (Scott) of Littleton, CO, Janna Frederick of Downs, Kate Knight (Darrick) of Independence, MO, Melissa Otte of Topeka and eleven grandchildren

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Downs Parks and Recreation or KDPW-Youth Fishing in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

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 </figure>Downs—Warren L. Otte, 76, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023 in Kansas City, MO. after a short illness.He was born August 1, 1946 in Beloit, KS, the son of Albert and Grace (Lowdon) Otte,He was a retired computer technician.He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Weldon Bart (1967).He is survived by his wife Anne M. Otte of the home; children:&nbsp; Kristi Gamble (Scott) of Littleton, CO, Janna Frederick of Downs, Kate Knight (Darrick) of Independence, MO, Melissa Otte of Topeka and eleven grandchildrenA Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Downs Parks and Recreation or KDPW-Youth Fishing in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

Warren L. Otte

Memorial services will be at 10 AM Saturday, June 24 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be given to Boost Ministries or Solomon Valley Transportation.

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 </figure>January 11, 1933 - May 20, 2023Memorial services will be at 10 AM Saturday, June 24 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be given to Boost Ministries or Solomon Valley Transportation.

Barbara Lomax

Memorial services will be at 11 AM Thursday, May 25 at the Sts. Peter &amp; Paul Catholic Church in Cawker City. A rosary service will be at 10 AM Thursday at the Church. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be given to the Bader Education Fund.

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 </figure>May 16, 1988 - May 18, 2023Memorial services will be at 11 AM Thursday, May 25 at the Sts. Peter &amp; Paul Catholic Church in Cawker City. A rosary service will be at 10 AM Thursday at the Church. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be given to the Bader Education Fund.

Monica 'Nikki' Bader

Mary Ann, the only child of the late Earl and Sadie (Mansfield) Barrett, was born November 1, 1925, in Marion, Kansas, where the father was a building contractor and her mother a homemaker.&nbsp;

Active in Marion schools, Mary Ann played clarinet in Junior and Senior bands, sang in the Girl’s Glee Club and mixed chorus.&nbsp; She was a member of Girls Reserve and the Sub Deb Clubs.&nbsp; After graduating from high school in 1943, she worked as a secretary of the Chamber of Commerce when the late Dr. Ralph Melton was president.&nbsp; Later, Mary Ann was employed at the Marion County Courthouse in the Farm Bureau, Noxious Weed Department.&nbsp; She worked there until 1946, when her high school sweetheart and fiancée, Monty Avery, returned home from Okinawa after serving in World War II, in the Army Air Corps.

Monty and Mary Ann were married May 15, 1946, at the Presbyterian Church in Marion.&nbsp; To this union, a son Barrett was born.&nbsp; After a few years, they transferred their church membership to the Evangelical Brethren Church.&nbsp; Due to the growing membership, a larger church was needed which became Eastmoor United Methodist Church in Marion.

When Barry was 10 years old, Mary Ann accepted a job as receptionist and secretary to the late Dr. Charles Magee.&nbsp; Later, she worked as a nurse aid at Spain Guest Home (Marion Manor) on Lawrence St.&nbsp; and a salesperson at the Sears Catalog store in Marion.

Monty’s health had been failing and in April of 1988, he died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 62.&nbsp; Two and a half years later, Mary Ann met Ivanlee Timm of Herington and they were married on Mary Ann’s birthday in 1990 by the late Reverend Charlie Harrison at Eastmoor United Methodist Church.

After Mary Ann sold her home, she and Ivanlee moved to Hilltop Manor, where they met new friends and became reacquainted with old friends.&nbsp; Mary Ann served on the Activity Board for a few years.

She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, a past member of the Eastern Star and Ourslerites E.H.U., where she had served as chairwoman of Public Relations.

Among Mary Ann’s hobbies, she raised tropical fish in her home.&nbsp; Neighborhood children came to watch and learn all about them. She shared baby fish with the children to take home for their aquariums. &nbsp;Mary Ann enjoyed embroidering and crocheting.&nbsp; She was known as the “Angel Lady”.&nbsp; She created hand crocheted “Guardian Angels” four to a set: Faith, Hope, Love and Charity. They received much publicity and soon became very popular.&nbsp; Mary Ann shipped them to many different states.

Mary Ann enjoyed writing and composing music.&nbsp; The late Jean Holmes wrote lyrics to her music. “Twilight” and “Lisa” were published in 1962 by Lilburn Hoffman Publishing Company in Wichita.&nbsp; Four more songs were accepted but not published due to Mrs. Hoffman’s untimely death.&nbsp; One of them was titled “Marion, Our Hometown”.&nbsp; Jean and Mary Ann were delighted when Lawrence Welk wrote telling them that “Twilight” was placed in his music library.

Mary Ann, deeply religious, loved and served her Lord.&nbsp; At Eastmoor Church she was a past member of the Pastor-Parish Committee.&nbsp; She served in Evangelism Outreach, Fellowship and Memorial Committee.

At one time, she was Visitation Director, caring for Sunday morning attendance pads.&nbsp; Mary Ann enjoyed writing “Personality Profiles” of church members for a few years.&nbsp; She wrote articles in the “Visitor” newsletter and was editor of the children’s newsletter, “The Lighthouse”.&nbsp; She was a member of the “Harmony “Sunday School Class and Lydia’s Circle of United Methodist Women.

On May 12, 2002, Reverend John Goering renewed Mary Ann’s baptism by immersion.

Mary Ann passed away May 19, 2023, at St. Luke’s Living Center.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Marion.&nbsp; She loved her hometown.

She had a smile for everyone, making friends easily and held them with unselfish love and devotion.&nbsp; She often said, “A stranger is a friend, I have yet to meet”.&nbsp; Mary Ann will not only be missed by her family but also by many friends.&nbsp; She has left an imprint on this community that will long be remembered.

She is survived by her son Barry (Marlene) Avery of El Dorado; grandchildren Amy Decker of Edmond, OK, Nolan Avery and Nathan Avery; two step grandchildren Charlie (Karee) Miller of Kansas City and Mike Miller of Wichita and great grandchildren Molly Unruh of Andover and Chip Miller of Kansas City.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, two husbands and granddaughter Angie Decker.

Mary Ann’s family will receive friends on Thursday May 25, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion where her service will be held on Friday May 26, 2023, at 2 p.m.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in Marion Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Eastmoor United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Mary Ann at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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 </figure>Mary Ann, the only child of the late Earl and Sadie (Mansfield) Barrett, was born November 1, 1925, in Marion, Kansas, where the father was a building contractor and her mother a homemaker.&nbsp;Active in Marion schools, Mary Ann played clarinet in Junior and Senior bands, sang in the Girl’s Glee Club and mixed chorus.&nbsp; She was a member of Girls Reserve and the Sub Deb Clubs.&nbsp; After graduating from high school in 1943, she worked as a secretary of the Chamber of Commerce when the late Dr. Ralph Melton was president.&nbsp; Later, Mary Ann was employed at the Marion County Courthouse in the Farm Bureau, Noxious Weed Department.&nbsp; She worked there until 1946, when her high school sweetheart and fiancée, Monty Avery, returned home from Okinawa after serving in World War II, in the Army Air Corps.Monty and Mary Ann were married May 15, 1946, at the Presbyterian Church in Marion.&nbsp; To this union, a son Barrett was born.&nbsp; After a few years, they transferred their church membership to the Evangelical Brethren Church.&nbsp; Due to the growing membership, a larger church was needed which became Eastmoor United Methodist Church in Marion.When Barry was 10 years old, Mary Ann accepted a job as receptionist and secretary to the late Dr. Charles Magee.&nbsp; Later, she worked as a nurse aid at Spain Guest Home (Marion Manor) on Lawrence St.&nbsp; and a salesperson at the Sears Catalog store in Marion.Monty’s health had been failing and in April of 1988, he died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 62.&nbsp; Two and a half years later, Mary Ann met Ivanlee Timm of Herington and they were married on Mary Ann’s birthday in 1990 by the late Reverend Charlie Harrison at Eastmoor United Methodist Church.After Mary Ann sold her home, she and Ivanlee moved to Hilltop Manor, where they met new friends and became reacquainted with old friends.&nbsp; Mary Ann served on the Activity Board for a few years.She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, a past member of the Eastern Star and Ourslerites E.H.U., where she had served as chairwoman of Public Relations.Among Mary Ann’s hobbies, she raised tropical fish in her home.&nbsp; Neighborhood children came to watch and learn all about them. She shared baby fish with the children to take home for their aquariums. &nbsp;Mary Ann enjoyed embroidering and crocheting.&nbsp; She was known as the “Angel Lady”.&nbsp; She created hand crocheted “Guardian Angels” four to a set: Faith, Hope, Love and Charity. They received much publicity and soon became very popular.&nbsp; Mary Ann shipped them to many different states.Mary Ann enjoyed writing and composing music.&nbsp; The late Jean Holmes wrote lyrics to her music. “Twilight” and “Lisa” were published in 1962 by Lilburn Hoffman Publishing Company in Wichita.&nbsp; Four more songs were accepted but not published due to Mrs. Hoffman’s untimely death.&nbsp; One of them was titled “Marion, Our Hometown”.&nbsp; Jean and Mary Ann were delighted when Lawrence Welk wrote telling them that “Twilight” was placed in his music library.Mary Ann, deeply religious, loved and served her Lord.&nbsp; At Eastmoor Church she was a past member of the Pastor-Parish Committee.&nbsp; She served in Evangelism Outreach, Fellowship and Memorial Committee.At one time, she was Visitation Director, caring for Sunday morning attendance pads.&nbsp; Mary Ann enjoyed writing “Personality Profiles” of church members for a few years.&nbsp; She wrote articles in the “Visitor” newsletter and was editor of the children’s newsletter, “The Lighthouse”.&nbsp; She was a member of the “Harmony “Sunday School Class and Lydia’s Circle of United Methodist Women.On May 12, 2002, Reverend John Goering renewed Mary Ann’s baptism by immersion.Mary Ann passed away May 19, 2023, at St. Luke’s Living Center.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Marion.&nbsp; She loved her hometown.She had a smile for everyone, making friends easily and held them with unselfish love and devotion.&nbsp; She often said, “A stranger is a friend, I have yet to meet”.&nbsp; Mary Ann will not only be missed by her family but also by many friends.&nbsp; She has left an imprint on this community that will long be remembered.She is survived by her son Barry (Marlene) Avery of El Dorado; grandchildren Amy Decker of Edmond, OK, Nolan Avery and Nathan Avery; two step grandchildren Charlie (Karee) Miller of Kansas City and Mike Miller of Wichita and great grandchildren Molly Unruh of Andover and Chip Miller of Kansas City.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, two husbands and granddaughter Angie Decker.Mary Ann’s family will receive friends on Thursday May 25, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion where her service will be held on Friday May 26, 2023, at 2 p.m.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in Marion Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Eastmoor United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Mary Ann at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

Mary Ann Timm

Paul Dean Elsey, 87 of Glenwood, Iowa formerly of Concordia, Kansas passed away February 10, 2023. He was born June 9, 1935 in Meredith, Kansas to Kenneth Eugene and Adalia Teresa (Richard) Elsey. He was raised in Kansas along with his four siblings. He faithfully served his country in the Army during the Cuban Crisis from 1957-1959.

Paul Dean was united in marriage to Mary Sue May on February 12, 1965 in Concordia, Kansas. To this union two daughters were born, Rachelle and Genie. They raised their family in Glenwood, Iowa and were members of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Paul Dean drove a truck for Ideal Truck Line and he also farmed in rural Mills County. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Some of his interests included fishing, hunting, playing cribbage and driving around in his big red pickup. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Preceding Paul Dean in passing were his parents, siblings Leon (Ginny) Elsey; Milly Remily; Richard Elsey and brother-in-law Mike Johnston. Survivors include his wife Mary Sue Elsey of Glenwood, Iowa; daughters Rachelle (Eric) Larsen of Kimball, Minnesota; Genie (Pete) O’Grady of Omaha, Nebraska; grandchildren Megan (Jonathan) Marshall of Glenwood, Iowa, Emily Wickham of Omaha, Nebraska, Katelyn Parsons of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Dylan Parsons of Kimball, Minnesota, Grant Wickham of Omaha, Nebraska, Madison (Jason) Arth of Lidgerwood, North Dakota, Alix Larsen and Brandt Larsen of Fargo, North Dakota; great-grandchildren Mack T and Gage Dean Marshall of Glenwood, Iowa; Emmett and Tripp Arth of Lidgerwood, North Dakota; sister Patricia Johnston of Concordia, Kansas; brother-in-law Ronnie Remily of Hemet, California; sister-in-law Margot Elsey of Florida; nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends.

Interment: St. Concordia Catholic Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas May 27, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., with Fr. Metz presiding.

Memorial donations may be directed to: Holy Rosary Catholic Church or Glen Haven Village.

Paul Dean Elsey, 87 of Glenwood, Iowa formerly of Concordia, Kansas passed away February 10, 2023. He was born June 9, 1935 in Meredith, Kansas to Kenneth Eugene and Adalia Teresa (Richard) Elsey. He was raised in Kansas along with his four siblings. He faithfully served his country in the Army during the Cuban Crisis from 1957-1959.Paul Dean was united in marriage to Mary Sue May on February 12, 1965 in Concordia, Kansas. To this union two daughters were born, Rachelle and Genie. They raised their family in Glenwood, Iowa and were members of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Paul Dean drove a truck for Ideal Truck Line and he also farmed in rural Mills County. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Some of his interests included fishing, hunting, playing cribbage and driving around in his big red pickup. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.Preceding Paul Dean in passing were his parents, siblings Leon (Ginny) Elsey; Milly Remily; Richard Elsey and brother-in-law Mike Johnston. Survivors include his wife Mary Sue Elsey of Glenwood, Iowa; daughters Rachelle (Eric) Larsen of Kimball, Minnesota; Genie (Pete) O’Grady of Omaha, Nebraska; grandchildren Megan (Jonathan) Marshall of Glenwood, Iowa, Emily Wickham of Omaha, Nebraska, Katelyn Parsons of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Dylan Parsons of Kimball, Minnesota, Grant Wickham of Omaha, Nebraska, Madison (Jason) Arth of Lidgerwood, North Dakota, Alix Larsen and Brandt Larsen of Fargo, North Dakota; great-grandchildren Mack T and Gage Dean Marshall of Glenwood, Iowa; Emmett and Tripp Arth of Lidgerwood, North Dakota; sister Patricia Johnston of Concordia, Kansas; brother-in-law Ronnie Remily of Hemet, California; sister-in-law Margot Elsey of Florida; nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends.Interment: St. Concordia Catholic Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas May 27, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., with Fr. Metz presiding.Memorial donations may be directed to: Holy Rosary Catholic Church or Glen Haven Village.

Paul Dean Elsey

Idamay Sothers, 93, of Courtland, passed away May 22.

Memorial Services will be Monday, June 5th, at 11:00 a.m., at the United Methodist Church in Courtland.

Memorials are requested to Grandmas for a Cause or the United Methodist Church, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Idamay Sothers, 93, of Courtland, passed away May 22.Memorial Services will be Monday, June 5th, at 11:00 a.m., at the United Methodist Church in Courtland.Memorials are requested to Grandmas for a Cause or the United Methodist Church, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Obituary to follow.

Idamay Sothers

Marvel (Leidig) Boston was born on February 12th, 1938 to Cecil and Dorothy (Finch) Leidig.&nbsp; Marvel was the second oldest of nine children.&nbsp; From an early age, Marvel’s personality shone through as she provided care for her siblings.&nbsp; Young children always were special in her eyes.&nbsp; Marvel met her future husband Robert Boston while roller-skating and they were married on November 20th, 1955.&nbsp; To this union was born Debbie, Kim, and Tammie.

Marvel dedicated her life to her family and friends.&nbsp; In addition to raising her three children, she was record keeper for the family.&nbsp; The farms financials and calendar, the weather, the growing generations, she kept track of the flow of the family.&nbsp; Marvel never just stood by.&nbsp; Some farm tasks just require two sets of hands and Marvel was always there to work the fields, put up hay, repair equipment or go for parts and supplies as long as she could be home by the time the kids got off the bus. No matter the task at hand, she was always there to support her husband, encourage her children and mentor her grandchildren.&nbsp; Whether it was planting, harvesting, working cattle, making furniture, cooking, crafting, vacationing, hunting or dancing, Marvel was intensely interested and engaged with her life.&nbsp; Marvel served others first. &nbsp; She would be the first up to set the table for others and the last to eat herself.&nbsp; Marvel lived a life of love, loyalty, and exploration with a passion that can only be described as fierce.

Marvel (Leidig) Boston passed from this life on May 14th, 2023 at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan, KS at the age of 85 years.&nbsp; Marvel was proceeded in death by her husband Robert (Bob) Boston; son Kim Boston; and daughter Tammie Fournier; brother, Lonnie Leidig; sisters, Joyal Crain, Celia Schmidt and Linda Leidig; brother-in-laws Ernie Scheetz and Robert (Bill) Shorman.

&nbsp;She is survived by her sisters Zetta Scheetz, Carol Shorman, and Wilma (Maceo)&nbsp; Leatherwood; brother, Jerry (Susan (Sue)) Leidig; daughter Debbie (David(Dave)) Nutsch; daughter-in-law Georgia Boston; son-in-law Kirk Fournier; sister-in-law Peggy Leidig; brother-in-law Richard Schmidt; seven grandchildren;&nbsp; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at the Morrowville Christian Church burial will follow at the Washington City Cemetery.

Visitation with family greeting friends will be Friday May 26th, from 6pm – 8pm, at the Morrowville Christian Church.

Memorials are requested to the Washington Co. Historical Society, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home is assisting Marvel’s family with these arrangements, <a href="http://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com">www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com</a>.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Marvel (Leidig) Boston</figcaption>
 </figure>Marvel (Leidig) Boston was born on February 12th, 1938 to Cecil and Dorothy (Finch) Leidig.&nbsp; Marvel was the second oldest of nine children.&nbsp; From an early age, Marvel’s personality shone through as she provided care for her siblings.&nbsp; Young children always were special in her eyes.&nbsp; Marvel met her future husband Robert Boston while roller-skating and they were married on November 20th, 1955.&nbsp; To this union was born Debbie, Kim, and Tammie.Marvel dedicated her life to her family and friends.&nbsp; In addition to raising her three children, she was record keeper for the family.&nbsp; The farms financials and calendar, the weather, the growing generations, she kept track of the flow of the family.&nbsp; Marvel never just stood by.&nbsp; Some farm tasks just require two sets of hands and Marvel was always there to work the fields, put up hay, repair equipment or go for parts and supplies as long as she could be home by the time the kids got off the bus. No matter the task at hand, she was always there to support her husband, encourage her children and mentor her grandchildren.&nbsp; Whether it was planting, harvesting, working cattle, making furniture, cooking, crafting, vacationing, hunting or dancing, Marvel was intensely interested and engaged with her life.&nbsp; Marvel served others first. &nbsp; She would be the first up to set the table for others and the last to eat herself.&nbsp; Marvel lived a life of love, loyalty, and exploration with a passion that can only be described as fierce.Marvel (Leidig) Boston passed from this life on May 14th, 2023 at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan, KS at the age of 85 years.&nbsp; Marvel was proceeded in death by her husband Robert (Bob) Boston; son Kim Boston; and daughter Tammie Fournier; brother, Lonnie Leidig; sisters, Joyal Crain, Celia Schmidt and Linda Leidig; brother-in-laws Ernie Scheetz and Robert (Bill) Shorman.&nbsp;She is survived by her sisters Zetta Scheetz, Carol Shorman, and Wilma (Maceo)&nbsp; Leatherwood; brother, Jerry (Susan (Sue)) Leidig; daughter Debbie (David(Dave)) Nutsch; daughter-in-law Georgia Boston; son-in-law Kirk Fournier; sister-in-law Peggy Leidig; brother-in-law Richard Schmidt; seven grandchildren;&nbsp; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson and numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral Services will be Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at the Morrowville Christian Church burial will follow at the Washington City Cemetery.Visitation with family greeting friends will be Friday May 26th, from 6pm – 8pm, at the Morrowville Christian Church.Memorials are requested to the Washington Co. Historical Society, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home is assisting Marvel’s family with these arrangements, <a href="http://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com">www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com</a>.

Marvel (Leidig) Boston

Irene Huffman, age 92, died May 22, 2023 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, KS. She was born December 2, 1930, in Morganville, KS, to Earl J. and Celia V. (Affolter) Gonser.&nbsp;

Funeral Services for Irene will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 26, 2023 at the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, KS. Burial will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center.

Visitation will be from 4-6 PM, Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions can be made the the First Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home

Irene Huffman, age 92, died May 22, 2023 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, KS. She was born December 2, 1930, in Morganville, KS, to Earl J. and Celia V. (Affolter) Gonser.&nbsp;Funeral Services for Irene will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 26, 2023 at the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, KS. Burial will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center.Visitation will be from 4-6 PM, Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made the the First Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home

Irene Huffman

Jacob E. "Jack" Bigler, 80, of Wichita died on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at the Ascencion Via Christi St. Joseph Hospital. &nbsp;He was born October 4, 1942 in Clay Center, the son of Jacob and Mae (Talbot) Bigler. &nbsp;

Jack grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1960. &nbsp;He worked for C&amp;N Auto Parts and for his uncle at Bigler’s Station. &nbsp;Jack traveled the throughout the United States before ending up in Long Beach, California. &nbsp;He married Sharon Sharp on June 28, 1964 in Las Vegas and worked at Pep Boys in California before the couple moved to Wichita. &nbsp;Jack worked as a salesman for Harley Industries for 12 years and then he worked for P.B. Hoidale in sales for 20 years until his retirement in 2009. &nbsp; He is preceded in death by parents, brother, Bruce Bigler and 2 sisters, LaNora Eshelman and Connie Halum.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon Bigler of Wichita, Kansas; son, David Bigler of Overland Park, Kansas; daughter, Deborah Bigler of Clearwater, Florida; 2 grandchildren, Amelia Mae Bigler and Evan Avery Bigler; brother, Jim and wife, Yolanda Bigler of Las Vegas, Nevada and aunt, Dorothy Brown of Clay Center, Kansas.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 10:30AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 4-7 PM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to Meadowlark Hospice, the Clay Center Carnegie Library or CCARE and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Jacob E. "Jack" Bigler, 80, of Wichita died on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at the Ascencion Via Christi St. Joseph Hospital. &nbsp;He was born October 4, 1942 in Clay Center, the son of Jacob and Mae (Talbot) Bigler. &nbsp;Jack grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1960. &nbsp;He worked for C&amp;N Auto Parts and for his uncle at Bigler’s Station. &nbsp;Jack traveled the throughout the United States before ending up in Long Beach, California. &nbsp;He married Sharon Sharp on June 28, 1964 in Las Vegas and worked at Pep Boys in California before the couple moved to Wichita. &nbsp;Jack worked as a salesman for Harley Industries for 12 years and then he worked for P.B. Hoidale in sales for 20 years until his retirement in 2009. &nbsp; He is preceded in death by parents, brother, Bruce Bigler and 2 sisters, LaNora Eshelman and Connie Halum.He is survived by his wife, Sharon Bigler of Wichita, Kansas; son, David Bigler of Overland Park, Kansas; daughter, Deborah Bigler of Clearwater, Florida; 2 grandchildren, Amelia Mae Bigler and Evan Avery Bigler; brother, Jim and wife, Yolanda Bigler of Las Vegas, Nevada and aunt, Dorothy Brown of Clay Center, Kansas.Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 10:30AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 4-7 PM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.Memorials may be made to Meadowlark Hospice, the Clay Center Carnegie Library or CCARE and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

Jacob E. 'Jack' Bigler

Loney G. Riffel was born January 26, 1946 in Herington, Kansas the son of Clayton and Betty (Stewart) Riffel. He graduated from Hope High School in 1964 and attended Kansas State University. He was a longtime Hope area resident. He worked for Army Corps of Engineers but his passion was farming. Loney served in the Army Reserves for 20 years retiring as a Major and enjoyed fishing, golfing, hunting, and he loved Kansas State and was an avid K-State football fan. On December 20, 1997 he was united in marriage to Beverly Weibert in Abilene. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his daughters Robin Suppe of Houston,, Texas, Jackie Hayworth and her husband Travis of Junction City, sons Chris Riffel of Houston, Texas, Tracy Ediger and his wife Laura of Hope, Scott Ediger of Washington, DC, brothers Norm Riffel of Omaha, Nebraska, Ron Riffel of Garden Ridge, Texas, Lyle Riffel of Salina, Kansas, Kevin Riffel of Meriden, Kansas, sister Carolyn Price of Manhattan, Kansas seven grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Loney will be 11:00 am Friday, May 26, 2023 at the Emmanuel Church, 1300 N. Vine St., Abilene, Kansas 67410 with Pastor Marc Riegel officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Thursday at the Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Dickinson County 4-H and may be mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loney G. Riffel was born January 26, 1946 in Herington, Kansas the son of Clayton and Betty (Stewart) Riffel. He graduated from Hope High School in 1964 and attended Kansas State University. He was a longtime Hope area resident. He worked for Army Corps of Engineers but his passion was farming. Loney served in the Army Reserves for 20 years retiring as a Major and enjoyed fishing, golfing, hunting, and he loved Kansas State and was an avid K-State football fan. On December 20, 1997 he was united in marriage to Beverly Weibert in Abilene. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his daughters Robin Suppe of Houston,, Texas, Jackie Hayworth and her husband Travis of Junction City, sons Chris Riffel of Houston, Texas, Tracy Ediger and his wife Laura of Hope, Scott Ediger of Washington, DC, brothers Norm Riffel of Omaha, Nebraska, Ron Riffel of Garden Ridge, Texas, Lyle Riffel of Salina, Kansas, Kevin Riffel of Meriden, Kansas, sister Carolyn Price of Manhattan, Kansas seven grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Loney will be 11:00 am Friday, May 26, 2023 at the Emmanuel Church, 1300 N. Vine St., Abilene, Kansas 67410 with Pastor Marc Riegel officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Thursday at the Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Dickinson County 4-H and may be mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loney G. Riffel

It is with great sadness that we announce Donna B. Lefort passed away on May 20, 2023, surrounded by family at Reflections Retirement Home.  Visitation will be May 25th, 4-8 pm with Celebration of Life services on May 26, at 11:00 a.m. at Ryan Mortuary in Salina, KS.  Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, KS immediately after the service.

It is with great sadness that we announce Donna B. Lefort passed away on May 20, 2023, surrounded by family at Reflections Retirement Home. Visitation will be May 25th, 4-8 pm with Celebration of Life services on May 26, at 11:00 a.m. at Ryan Mortuary in Salina, KS. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, KS immediately after the service.

Anthony “Tony” Roy Anderson, Sr., age 62, entered into rest on Sunday, May 21, 2023 in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on December 1, 1960 in Concordia, Kansas to Roy and Kay (Menard) Anderson.

Anthony was a 1979 graduate of Concordia High School, Concordia, Kansas.

He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, in Concordia, KS.

He married Marsha Jones on September 16, 1989 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. This 34 year union brought one child, Anthony, Jr.

Anthony worked construction for a few years before becoming a CNA at Mt. Joseph Senior Living. He stayed there for over 20 years, earning his Rehabilitation Certificate. He then worked at Minneapolis Long Term Living as the Rehabilitation Coordinator until a devastating car accident changed his life forever. He also proudly served as a volunteer fire fighter and EMT from 1992 to 2002.

Tony loved the outdoors. Hunting and fishing were the two things that he enjoyed doing with his son, Anthony until his death in 2015. He still enjoyed doing activities with his wife, Marsha, until it became too difficult due to his health. Tony took pride in his yard. It was covered in flowers that gave a wonderful scent whenever the door was opened. After his son passed away his health began to decline, but Tony worked hard at whatever he did, at times paying for it in the days following. He was very talented in the art of crochet, knitting, tatting (self-taught), bobbin lace, and cross stitch. He had a massive yarn collection and made many treasured creations including hats for premature babies. His last project was a blanket that his mom had started years ago.

Tony loved his family dearly and the loss of his son, father, and mother-in-law devastated him more than anyone realized. Though he rarely conveyed his thoughts or shared his feelings, it was apparent that those deaths hit him very hard.

Tony will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his wife Marsha Anderson, Concordia, KS; his mother, Kay Anderson, Hebron, NE; brother, Steven Anderson (Susan) Hebron, NE; sister, Lesa Bugbee (LaVern) Fairbury, NE; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded by his father, Roy, a son, Anthony, Jr., and mother-in-law, Nancy Jones.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. A Rosary Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home with the family greeting friends after. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia with Fr. David Metz officiating. Burial will take place at St. Concordia Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas. Memorial will be determined at a later date. Checks may be made to Marsha Anderson in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 <figcaption>Anthony “Tony” Roy Anderson, Sr.</figcaption>
 </figure>Anthony “Tony” Roy Anderson, Sr., age 62, entered into rest on Sunday, May 21, 2023 in Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on December 1, 1960 in Concordia, Kansas to Roy and Kay (Menard) Anderson.Anthony was a 1979 graduate of Concordia High School, Concordia, Kansas.He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, in Concordia, KS.He married Marsha Jones on September 16, 1989 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. This 34 year union brought one child, Anthony, Jr.Anthony worked construction for a few years before becoming a CNA at Mt. Joseph Senior Living. He stayed there for over 20 years, earning his Rehabilitation Certificate. He then worked at Minneapolis Long Term Living as the Rehabilitation Coordinator until a devastating car accident changed his life forever. He also proudly served as a volunteer fire fighter and EMT from 1992 to 2002.Tony loved the outdoors. Hunting and fishing were the two things that he enjoyed doing with his son, Anthony until his death in 2015. He still enjoyed doing activities with his wife, Marsha, until it became too difficult due to his health. Tony took pride in his yard. It was covered in flowers that gave a wonderful scent whenever the door was opened. After his son passed away his health began to decline, but Tony worked hard at whatever he did, at times paying for it in the days following. He was very talented in the art of crochet, knitting, tatting (self-taught), bobbin lace, and cross stitch. He had a massive yarn collection and made many treasured creations including hats for premature babies. His last project was a blanket that his mom had started years ago.Tony loved his family dearly and the loss of his son, father, and mother-in-law devastated him more than anyone realized. Though he rarely conveyed his thoughts or shared his feelings, it was apparent that those deaths hit him very hard.Tony will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.He is survived by his wife Marsha Anderson, Concordia, KS; his mother, Kay Anderson, Hebron, NE; brother, Steven Anderson (Susan) Hebron, NE; sister, Lesa Bugbee (LaVern) Fairbury, NE; several nieces and nephews.He was preceded by his father, Roy, a son, Anthony, Jr., and mother-in-law, Nancy Jones.Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. A Rosary Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home with the family greeting friends after. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Concordia with Fr. David Metz officiating. Burial will take place at St. Concordia Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas. Memorial will be determined at a later date. Checks may be made to Marsha Anderson in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp;&nbsp;For online condolences please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Anthony 'Tony' Roy Anderson, Sr.

Shari Lynne Edgell, age 73, formerly of McPherson, Kansas and Rogers, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Advent Health-Shawnee Mission Hospital in Merriam, Kansas.

Shari was born in McPherson, Kansas and graduated from high school in Reed’s Spring, Missouri.&nbsp; She married Charles Spainhour in 1968 and had sons, Brent and Brian. She went on to nursing school in Jefferson City, Missouri and worked for 40+ years as a Registered Nurse. In 1988, Shari married C.D. Edgell and they moved to a beautiful property at Beaver Lake in Rogers, where she loved to host friends and family for boat rides, swimming off the dock, and taco dinners. Shari created countless treasured memories at the lake for all her grandchildren, whom she loved with all her heart.

Shari retired from nursing in 2017 to be a full-time grandma, and continued to&nbsp; serve her community and church family in her free time.&nbsp; Shari moved back to Kansas in 2020 to be nearer to family.&nbsp; She loved lacing, quilting, and following her beloved Arkansas Razorbacks.&nbsp; She was a woman of God and member of the Baptist church.&nbsp;

Shari is survived by sons, Brian and Brent; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Caden, Marshall, Lindsay, Seth, and Sheridan; great-grandchildren, Jayce, Grayce, and Dylan; and brothers, Brad and Scott Peterson.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Friday, May 26,2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home in McPherson. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday , May 27, also at Stockham Family Funeral Home, with burial to follow at the Elmwood Cemetery in Lindsborg.

Memorial donations may be given to the American Diabetes Association in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. 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>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684860054086.jpeg" alt="Shari Lynne Edgell" />
 <figcaption>Shari Lynne Edgell</figcaption>
 </figure>Shari Lynne Edgell, age 73, formerly of McPherson, Kansas and Rogers, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Advent Health-Shawnee Mission Hospital in Merriam, Kansas.Shari was born in McPherson, Kansas and graduated from high school in Reed’s Spring, Missouri.&nbsp; She married Charles Spainhour in 1968 and had sons, Brent and Brian. She went on to nursing school in Jefferson City, Missouri and worked for 40+ years as a Registered Nurse. In 1988, Shari married C.D. Edgell and they moved to a beautiful property at Beaver Lake in Rogers, where she loved to host friends and family for boat rides, swimming off the dock, and taco dinners. Shari created countless treasured memories at the lake for all her grandchildren, whom she loved with all her heart.Shari retired from nursing in 2017 to be a full-time grandma, and continued to&nbsp; serve her community and church family in her free time.&nbsp; Shari moved back to Kansas in 2020 to be nearer to family.&nbsp; She loved lacing, quilting, and following her beloved Arkansas Razorbacks.&nbsp; She was a woman of God and member of the Baptist church.&nbsp;Shari is survived by sons, Brian and Brent; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Caden, Marshall, Lindsay, Seth, and Sheridan; great-grandchildren, Jayce, Grayce, and Dylan; and brothers, Brad and Scott Peterson.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Friday, May 26,2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home in McPherson. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday , May 27, also at Stockham Family Funeral Home, with burial to follow at the Elmwood Cemetery in Lindsborg.Memorial donations may be given to the American Diabetes Association in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. 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>.

Shari Lynne Edgell

Dr. Gary K. Crnic, DDS, 77, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the Collins House – Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas.

Gary was born December 3, 1945 in Richmond Heights, Missouri to Fred and Edith Crnic.&nbsp; They and his sister, Gail Perkins, proceeded him in death.

He and his wife of 52 years, Sandra Lee Banaka, were married in Sedalia, Missouri on June 6, 1970.&nbsp; He is survived by Sandra and their two daughters Tarrie Grodidier of Wamego, KS and Tracy Crnic of Miami, FL.

Gary spent his formative years in Sedalia, Missouri.&nbsp; He graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic High School and proceeded to obtain his Doctorate in Dental Surgery by way of Central Missouri State College and the University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Dentistry.&nbsp; He then spent his career practicing dentistry in the Army and Army reserves, and then in private practice through is retirement in Russell, KS in 2016.

Gary and his family have made their homes in Kansas City, Missouri; El Paso, Texas; Houston, Texas; Jefferson City, Missouri; Sedalia, Missouri; Monett, Missouri; and moved to Russell in 1991.

In his spare time Gary was an avid golfer.&nbsp; He loved most any ball game he came across to play.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time with friends and family.&nbsp; His greatest joy was creating laughter and comfort to those around him.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, May 26, 2023, at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will follow at a later date.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Thursday, May 25, 2023 at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp;

In lieu of sending flowers or gifts please consider providing a donation to the Crnic Memorial Charity Fund being established to benefit future young golfers at the Russell County Area Community Foundation.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684859560899.jpeg" alt="Dr. Gary K. Crnic" />
 <figcaption>Dr. Gary K. Crnic</figcaption>
 </figure>Dr. Gary K. Crnic, DDS, 77, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the Collins House – Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas.Gary was born December 3, 1945 in Richmond Heights, Missouri to Fred and Edith Crnic.&nbsp; They and his sister, Gail Perkins, proceeded him in death.He and his wife of 52 years, Sandra Lee Banaka, were married in Sedalia, Missouri on June 6, 1970.&nbsp; He is survived by Sandra and their two daughters Tarrie Grodidier of Wamego, KS and Tracy Crnic of Miami, FL.Gary spent his formative years in Sedalia, Missouri.&nbsp; He graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic High School and proceeded to obtain his Doctorate in Dental Surgery by way of Central Missouri State College and the University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Dentistry.&nbsp; He then spent his career practicing dentistry in the Army and Army reserves, and then in private practice through is retirement in Russell, KS in 2016.Gary and his family have made their homes in Kansas City, Missouri; El Paso, Texas; Houston, Texas; Jefferson City, Missouri; Sedalia, Missouri; Monett, Missouri; and moved to Russell in 1991.In his spare time Gary was an avid golfer.&nbsp; He loved most any ball game he came across to play.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time with friends and family.&nbsp; His greatest joy was creating laughter and comfort to those around him.Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, May 26, 2023, at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will follow at a later date.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Thursday, May 25, 2023 at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp;In lieu of sending flowers or gifts please consider providing a donation to the Crnic Memorial Charity Fund being established to benefit future young golfers at the Russell County Area Community Foundation.&nbsp;

Dr. Gary K. Crnic

Susan Diane Olson, 69, of Salina, passed away Monday, May 22nd, 2023. Susan was born in Salina, Kansas on January 24, 1954, a daughter of Evelyn (Forsberg) and John Madden. Survivors include her husband, Mark Olson, and son, Steve Olson of Lawrence, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her parents, and infant brother, Larry. She was a retired paraeducator and was a member of Preceptor Delta Xi. Cremation has been chosen and a celebration of her life will be planned later. Donations may be made to Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 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>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684859341116.jpeg" alt="Susan Diane Olson " />
 <figcaption>Susan Diane Olson </figcaption>
 </figure>Susan Diane Olson, 69, of Salina, passed away Monday, May 22nd, 2023. Susan was born in Salina, Kansas on January 24, 1954, a daughter of Evelyn (Forsberg) and John Madden. Survivors include her husband, Mark Olson, and son, Steve Olson of Lawrence, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her parents, and infant brother, Larry. She was a retired paraeducator and was a member of Preceptor Delta Xi. Cremation has been chosen and a celebration of her life will be planned later. Donations may be made to Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 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>

Susan Diane Olson

Strengthened by the sacraments of the Church, Francis Mathew Soukup was called home by his Heavenly Father on May 22, 2023 after defying many odds in his battle against cancer.

Frank was born October 21, 1953 to Raymond and Clare Soukup in the Ellsworth Hospital. He was joined in Holy Matrimony to Jeanette Marie Korf on August 2, 1975. They raised four children: Matthew (Chrissie) of St. Louis, Missouri, Laura (John) Schlessiger of Claflin, Kansas, Daniel (Delena) of Overland Park, Kansas, and Br. Karel, OSB of Atchison, Kan.

Always intimately involved in the formation and education of his children, Frank was troop leader of the St. Rose Boy Scouts in Great Bend from 1983–1990 and taught catechism at St. Anthony’s Parish in Lakin, Kan. He was a true disciple of Jesus, demonstrating his faith by his many selfless acts of love for his family and community. He never missed a game, concert or event of any kind.

Francis earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Fort Hays State University in 1990 and afterward dedicated his life to public service as City Administrator of Lakin, Kansas from 1991–2006, City Manager of Kingman, Kansas from 2006–2014, and Business Manager for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility from 2014 until his retirement in 2021. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Kansas Power Pool and served a term as its president. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Lions Club and Rotary.

Frank is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, his children and twelve grandchildren, as well as siblings Louise (Leo), Steve (Janie), Jim (Caroline), Pat (Dio) and Fred, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Tom (Carla) and Mike (Karan), a sister, Joni, and grandchildren Max, Ian, Jay and Molly.

Visitation will take place on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from Noon to 5:00 p.m., with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., all at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, Kan.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Kan. Interment will follow at Claflin Cemetery.

Memorials have been designated to Saint Benedicts Abby or Immaculate Conception Renovation Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, Kan., 67544.

Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at <a href="http://www.nicholsonrickefh.net">www.nicholsonrickefh.net</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684803172477.jpeg" alt="Francis Mathew Soukup" />
 <figcaption>Francis Mathew Soukup</figcaption>
 </figure>Strengthened by the sacraments of the Church, Francis Mathew Soukup was called home by his Heavenly Father on May 22, 2023 after defying many odds in his battle against cancer.Frank was born October 21, 1953 to Raymond and Clare Soukup in the Ellsworth Hospital. He was joined in Holy Matrimony to Jeanette Marie Korf on August 2, 1975. They raised four children: Matthew (Chrissie) of St. Louis, Missouri, Laura (John) Schlessiger of Claflin, Kansas, Daniel (Delena) of Overland Park, Kansas, and Br. Karel, OSB of Atchison, Kan.Always intimately involved in the formation and education of his children, Frank was troop leader of the St. Rose Boy Scouts in Great Bend from 1983–1990 and taught catechism at St. Anthony’s Parish in Lakin, Kan. He was a true disciple of Jesus, demonstrating his faith by his many selfless acts of love for his family and community. He never missed a game, concert or event of any kind.Francis earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Fort Hays State University in 1990 and afterward dedicated his life to public service as City Administrator of Lakin, Kansas from 1991–2006, City Manager of Kingman, Kansas from 2006–2014, and Business Manager for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility from 2014 until his retirement in 2021. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Kansas Power Pool and served a term as its president. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Lions Club and Rotary.Frank is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, his children and twelve grandchildren, as well as siblings Louise (Leo), Steve (Janie), Jim (Caroline), Pat (Dio) and Fred, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Tom (Carla) and Mike (Karan), a sister, Joni, and grandchildren Max, Ian, Jay and Molly.Visitation will take place on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from Noon to 5:00 p.m., with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., all at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, Kan.Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Kan. Interment will follow at Claflin Cemetery.Memorials have been designated to Saint Benedicts Abby or Immaculate Conception Renovation Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, Kan., 67544.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at <a href="http://www.nicholsonrickefh.net">www.nicholsonrickefh.net</a>.

Francis Mathew Soukup

DeWayne R. Herrs, 82, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; DeWayne was a retired barber, former owner of Headquarters Hair Care in McPherson.

DeWayne was born on October 27, 1940, in Linn, Kansas, the son of Marvin and Clara (Ohlde) Herrs.&nbsp; He graduated from Linn High School in 1958 and from Wichita Barber School.&nbsp; On May 9, 1970, DeWayne was united in marriage to Roberta “Bertie” R. Gutsch in McPherson.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children, Ryan, Timothy and Elizabeth.

He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and Master Gardeners &amp; Friends.&nbsp; He was also a board member of Disability Supports and former McPherson High School Booster Club president.&nbsp;

Survivors include: his loving wife of 53 years, Roberta “Bertie” of the home; three children, Ryan Herrs (Kelly Lyman) of Wichita, KS, Timothy Herrs of Derby, KS, and Elizabeth Herrs of McPherson, KS; a brother, Rodney Herrs (Karen) of Tonganoxie, KS; two grandchildren, Jacob Herrs and Benjamin Herrs; sisters-in-law &amp; brothers-in-law, Rebecca Meyer (Craig) of Liberty, MO, Robin Chapman (Kenny) of Gallatin, TN, and Rita Martin (Tod) of Casper, WY; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin &amp; Clara Herrs; siblings, Harvey Herrs, Ralph Herrs, and Steve Herrs; parents-in-law, Robert &amp; Rosie Gutsch; and sisters-in-law, LaDean Herrs and Eunice Herrs.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, May 26, at Grace Lutheran Church with Rev. Dale Dumperth officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to Grace Lutheran Church or Disability Supports in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684790140481.jpeg" alt="DeWayne R. Herrs" />
 <figcaption>DeWayne R. Herrs</figcaption>
 </figure>DeWayne R. Herrs, 82, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; DeWayne was a retired barber, former owner of Headquarters Hair Care in McPherson.DeWayne was born on October 27, 1940, in Linn, Kansas, the son of Marvin and Clara (Ohlde) Herrs.&nbsp; He graduated from Linn High School in 1958 and from Wichita Barber School.&nbsp; On May 9, 1970, DeWayne was united in marriage to Roberta “Bertie” R. Gutsch in McPherson.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children, Ryan, Timothy and Elizabeth.He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and Master Gardeners &amp; Friends.&nbsp; He was also a board member of Disability Supports and former McPherson High School Booster Club president.&nbsp;Survivors include: his loving wife of 53 years, Roberta “Bertie” of the home; three children, Ryan Herrs (Kelly Lyman) of Wichita, KS, Timothy Herrs of Derby, KS, and Elizabeth Herrs of McPherson, KS; a brother, Rodney Herrs (Karen) of Tonganoxie, KS; two grandchildren, Jacob Herrs and Benjamin Herrs; sisters-in-law &amp; brothers-in-law, Rebecca Meyer (Craig) of Liberty, MO, Robin Chapman (Kenny) of Gallatin, TN, and Rita Martin (Tod) of Casper, WY; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family, and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin &amp; Clara Herrs; siblings, Harvey Herrs, Ralph Herrs, and Steve Herrs; parents-in-law, Robert &amp; Rosie Gutsch; and sisters-in-law, LaDean Herrs and Eunice Herrs.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, May 26, at Grace Lutheran Church with Rev. Dale Dumperth officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.Memorial donations may be given to Grace Lutheran Church or Disability Supports in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

DeWayne R. Herrs

Paige Larie Sharp passed away at the young age of 25 on May 10th, 2023. Paige was born on September 13th, 1997, in Reno, Nevada and moved to Kansas with her parents and siblings when she was just a toddler. She was the youngest of three children born to Sabrina and Joey.

Paige was an outstanding volleyball player throughout school, often bringing her sister to tears with the way she played. She also had a love for softball, singing, dancing, and all things hair, makeup, and nails. Anywhere Paige went she would light up the room with her bubbly personality and her perfect, very contagious smile. Paige was a jack of all trades working in restaurants as a server/ hostess, homes and nursing facilities as a personal caregiver, hotels as a cleaning lady, really anything that kept her busy and moving she was up for it. She was always down for new adventures, never really cared what people thought about her, always made her presence known, and loved so many people, so very deeply. Paige was known as the little sister, not just to her older siblings but to all of their friends, too. Everywhere Jherl or Sarah went, there was Paige, and that was okay.

Paige was preceded in death by her Great Grandpa and Grandma Wells, her Great Grandpa Jeral, Great Grandma Dixie, her Grandma Ann, her Grandpa Danny, her Grandpa Tom, and her Uncle Tim.

She is survived by her mother Sabrina, father Joey, step-father Colby, step-mom Jessica, her siblings Jherl, Sarah, Joseph, and Caleb, her niece and nephew Rylee and Alekz, her grandparents David, Debby, and Tim, many aunts, uncles, and cousins, and her two young sons Acen (4) and Issac (2) whom she loved with her whole entire heart.

Paige’s final place of rest was Ryan Mortuary in Salina, Kansas. She will be remembered through all of the amazing stories we each have of her, and she will live on through her sons.

If you would like to donate to Acen and Issac you may contact Sarah Sharp via email (<a href="mailto:seeira48@gmail.com" target="_blank">seeira48@gmail.com</a>) for ways to do so.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684674059203.jpeg" alt="Paige Larie Sharp" />
 <figcaption>Paige Larie Sharp</figcaption>
 </figure>Paige Larie Sharp passed away at the young age of 25 on May 10th, 2023. Paige was born on September 13th, 1997, in Reno, Nevada and moved to Kansas with her parents and siblings when she was just a toddler. She was the youngest of three children born to Sabrina and Joey.Paige was an outstanding volleyball player throughout school, often bringing her sister to tears with the way she played. She also had a love for softball, singing, dancing, and all things hair, makeup, and nails. Anywhere Paige went she would light up the room with her bubbly personality and her perfect, very contagious smile. Paige was a jack of all trades working in restaurants as a server/ hostess, homes and nursing facilities as a personal caregiver, hotels as a cleaning lady, really anything that kept her busy and moving she was up for it. She was always down for new adventures, never really cared what people thought about her, always made her presence known, and loved so many people, so very deeply. Paige was known as the little sister, not just to her older siblings but to all of their friends, too. Everywhere Jherl or Sarah went, there was Paige, and that was okay.Paige was preceded in death by her Great Grandpa and Grandma Wells, her Great Grandpa Jeral, Great Grandma Dixie, her Grandma Ann, her Grandpa Danny, her Grandpa Tom, and her Uncle Tim.She is survived by her mother Sabrina, father Joey, step-father Colby, step-mom Jessica, her siblings Jherl, Sarah, Joseph, and Caleb, her niece and nephew Rylee and Alekz, her grandparents David, Debby, and Tim, many aunts, uncles, and cousins, and her two young sons Acen (4) and Issac (2) whom she loved with her whole entire heart.Paige’s final place of rest was Ryan Mortuary in Salina, Kansas. She will be remembered through all of the amazing stories we each have of her, and she will live on through her sons.If you would like to donate to Acen and Issac you may contact Sarah Sharp via email (<a href="mailto:seeira48@gmail.com" target="_blank">seeira48@gmail.com</a>) for ways to do so.Rest in Peace and Paradise #30

Paige Larie Sharp

Delma (Feldkamp) Long, 90, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at Oakview in Minneapolis, KS. She was born July 5, 1932 in Lincoln, KS to Barney and Ella (Liepitz) Feldkamp. Delma graduated from Vesper High School in the class of 1950. She married Bill Long in Vesper, KS on Easter Sunday, April 21, 1957. Residing for many years in Lincoln, Bill and Delma had two daughters, Kathy and Terrie. Over the years, Delma was a sales clerk at Duckwalls and worked at Saline Valley Bank, Evans Grain in Salina, and Crispin Pharmacy in Lincoln.

Left to mourn Delma’s passing: her daughter, Terrie Hickman (Bryan) of Minneapolis; grandchildren, Garrett Hickman (Michelle), AJ Hickman (Starla), Levi Hickman (Courtney), Anna Hayworth (Jason), and Willie Huehl; brother-in-law Bill Huehl of Lincoln; and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband William “Bill” Long; and daughter Kathy Huehl.

The funeral service will take place at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Hall Chapel in Lincoln, KS with burial following at Lincoln Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Ottawa County Health Center Oakview Long Term Care Unit, c/o, Hall Chapel, PO Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.

Delma (Feldkamp) Long, 90, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at Oakview in Minneapolis, KS. She was born July 5, 1932 in Lincoln, KS to Barney and Ella (Liepitz) Feldkamp. Delma graduated from Vesper High School in the class of 1950. She married Bill Long in Vesper, KS on Easter Sunday, April 21, 1957. Residing for many years in Lincoln, Bill and Delma had two daughters, Kathy and Terrie. Over the years, Delma was a sales clerk at Duckwalls and worked at Saline Valley Bank, Evans Grain in Salina, and Crispin Pharmacy in Lincoln.Left to mourn Delma’s passing: her daughter, Terrie Hickman (Bryan) of Minneapolis; grandchildren, Garrett Hickman (Michelle), AJ Hickman (Starla), Levi Hickman (Courtney), Anna Hayworth (Jason), and Willie Huehl; brother-in-law Bill Huehl of Lincoln; and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband William “Bill” Long; and daughter Kathy Huehl.The funeral service will take place at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Hall Chapel in Lincoln, KS with burial following at Lincoln Cemetery.Memorial contributions can be made to the Ottawa County Health Center Oakview Long Term Care Unit, c/o, Hall Chapel, PO Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.

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