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December 19, 1933 ~ February 21, 2023 (age 89)

SALINA -&nbsp;Sharron Hamilton&nbsp;was born Dec. 19, 1933, at Ellsworth Hospital, but she soon headed for Lincoln, Kan., where she would spend most of her 89 years.

Sharron, born into the Great Depression, was the first child of Thomas and Haddie (Brockett) King. Her father supplemented the family larder by fishing – catfish, mostly – from the Saline River, which led to Sharron’s lifetime aversion to seafood of all kinds.

Tom and Haddie moved to Salina for a few years and Sharron attended first grade at Hawthorne Elementary. But they were soon drawn back to Lincoln, where Sharron completed the rest of her schooling. She was elected Homecoming Queen as a junior and graduated in 1951. She then attended Brown Mackie in Salina for a year, training as a legal secretary, before marrying her high school sweetheart, Bill Lewick, in 1952.

Bill joined the Air Force after they married and the couple moved to Omaha. Sharron worked for Swanson Foods, the frozen dinner company, in the promotions office. When Bill was discharged they returned to Lincoln, where Bill helped his dad farm and worked for Quartzite. Their first daughter, Teree, was born in 1956, and Tracee followed in 1960.

In June 1964, two days after moving to a new, larger house, Bill was tragically killed in an explosion at Quartzite and Sharron’s life dramatically changed. She began to work part-time, then full time, doing legal typing for Walt Urban and Gary Rohrer and in various positions at the courthouse.

Her friends Betty and Duane Cole set her up on a date with Robert Hamilton, who had returned to Lincoln to teach after a stint in the Army. Bob, as he never tired of reminding her, was a few years younger but stepped into the role of husband and father to two girls, ages 10 and 6, in 1966.

Sharron kept working, for photographers Charles Hogg and Dick Struble, and later for Keith Weigert in the Register of Deeds office and Joe Lamer in the Probate Judge’s office. In the 1970s, Sharron ran the Town and Country Dress Shop on Main Street, a job she loved. But her favorite job was working as a secretary at the Lincoln Elementary School, where she remained for 19 years before retiring.

Sharron and Bob moved to Salina in 2001 and Sharron embarked on two decades of tireless volunteer work. She loved helping at Salina Regional Health Center and served as an officer for the Salina Theater Guild and the Salina Symphony Guild, along with many hours with R.S.V.P. and Volunteer Connection, staffing blood drives and stuffing envelopes for jury duty, among other duties. She also served on the Historic Sites Board of Review, which approved projects for inclusion in the National Register, and the Kansas Library Board. She was active in many organizations in both Lincoln and Salina, including the DAR.

Bob, a graduate of the University of Kansas, brought Sharron into the Jayhawk fold early and she became a true blue convert. They had season tickets during some of the lean years in Lawrence, but were able to join Don Fambrough and Gale Sayers at the 2008 Orange Bowl. She also enjoyed sending little notes of encouragement to players and coaches, and many responded, including Larry Brown, Roy Williams and Bill Self. She got her photograph taken with Self and many players over the years; Sherron Collins and Frank Mason were among her favorites. She and Bob volunteered many years as organizers of the Kansas Honors Program for the Salina/Central Kansas region.

Sharron was known for her distinctive hair style, her beautiful handwriting, and her perfectly coordinated clothes, shoes and jewelry. No clerk ever took a check from Sharron without commenting on her penmanship. She was an avid antique collector, a tremendous Hallmark customer and a voracious reader.

In March 2020, Bob passed away and Sharron was a two-time widow. Her decline in health over the next few years took her volunteer work, her handwriting and her bouffant. She moved to Brookdale-Fairdale nursing home in January after a series of falls left her unable to walk.

Sharron passed away on Feb. 21, 2023, at the age of 89. She leaves a daughter and son-in-law, Teree and Nick Rohleder, and a daughter, Tracee Hamilton, all of Salina. She also leaves a beloved grandson, Dustin Engelken, an equally beloved granddaughter-in-law, Farah Mitz Bechette, and three great-granddaughters who were an endless source of pride and joy: Ayala Marie, Maelys Ann and Amelya Jolie, all of Raleigh, N.C.

Sharron wished to be cremated. Her ashes will be interred at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Lincoln, near her late husband Bill and with Bob. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023, at St.&nbsp; Patrick’s Catholic Church, Lincoln, with a luncheon to follow at the Parish Hall.

Memorials may be made to the Lincoln Art Center, the Lincoln County Historical Society, or the Salina Theater Guild.

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<h2>Sharron Hamilton</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Sharron-Hamilton">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Sharron-Hamilton</a>December 19, 1933 ~ February 21, 2023 (age 89)SALINA -&nbsp;Sharron Hamilton&nbsp;was born Dec. 19, 1933, at Ellsworth Hospital, but she soon headed for Lincoln, Kan., where she would spend most of her 89 years.Sharron, born into the Great Depression, was the first child of Thomas and Haddie (Brockett) King. Her father supplemented the family larder by fishing – catfish, mostly – from the Saline River, which led to Sharron’s lifetime aversion to seafood of all kinds.Tom and Haddie moved to Salina for a few years and Sharron attended first grade at Hawthorne Elementary. But they were soon drawn back to Lincoln, where Sharron completed the rest of her schooling. She was elected Homecoming Queen as a junior and graduated in 1951. She then attended Brown Mackie in Salina for a year, training as a legal secretary, before marrying her high school sweetheart, Bill Lewick, in 1952.Bill joined the Air Force after they married and the couple moved to Omaha. Sharron worked for Swanson Foods, the frozen dinner company, in the promotions office. When Bill was discharged they returned to Lincoln, where Bill helped his dad farm and worked for Quartzite. Their first daughter, Teree, was born in 1956, and Tracee followed in 1960.In June 1964, two days after moving to a new, larger house, Bill was tragically killed in an explosion at Quartzite and Sharron’s life dramatically changed. She began to work part-time, then full time, doing legal typing for Walt Urban and Gary Rohrer and in various positions at the courthouse.Her friends Betty and Duane Cole set her up on a date with Robert Hamilton, who had returned to Lincoln to teach after a stint in the Army. Bob, as he never tired of reminding her, was a few years younger but stepped into the role of husband and father to two girls, ages 10 and 6, in 1966.Sharron kept working, for photographers Charles Hogg and Dick Struble, and later for Keith Weigert in the Register of Deeds office and Joe Lamer in the Probate Judge’s office. In the 1970s, Sharron ran the Town and Country Dress Shop on Main Street, a job she loved. But her favorite job was working as a secretary at the Lincoln Elementary School, where she remained for 19 years before retiring.Sharron and Bob moved to Salina in 2001 and Sharron embarked on two decades of tireless volunteer work. She loved helping at Salina Regional Health Center and served as an officer for the Salina Theater Guild and the Salina Symphony Guild, along with many hours with R.S.V.P. and Volunteer Connection, staffing blood drives and stuffing envelopes for jury duty, among other duties. She also served on the Historic Sites Board of Review, which approved projects for inclusion in the National Register, and the Kansas Library Board. She was active in many organizations in both Lincoln and Salina, including the DAR.Bob, a graduate of the University of Kansas, brought Sharron into the Jayhawk fold early and she became a true blue convert. They had season tickets during some of the lean years in Lawrence, but were able to join Don Fambrough and Gale Sayers at the 2008 Orange Bowl. She also enjoyed sending little notes of encouragement to players and coaches, and many responded, including Larry Brown, Roy Williams and Bill Self. She got her photograph taken with Self and many players over the years; Sherron Collins and Frank Mason were among her favorites. She and Bob volunteered many years as organizers of the Kansas Honors Program for the Salina/Central Kansas region.Sharron was known for her distinctive hair style, her beautiful handwriting, and her perfectly coordinated clothes, shoes and jewelry. No clerk ever took a check from Sharron without commenting on her penmanship. She was an avid antique collector, a tremendous Hallmark customer and a voracious reader.In March 2020, Bob passed away and Sharron was a two-time widow. Her decline in health over the next few years took her volunteer work, her handwriting and her bouffant. She moved to Brookdale-Fairdale nursing home in January after a series of falls left her unable to walk.Sharron passed away on Feb. 21, 2023, at the age of 89. She leaves a daughter and son-in-law, Teree and Nick Rohleder, and a daughter, Tracee Hamilton, all of Salina. She also leaves a beloved grandson, Dustin Engelken, an equally beloved granddaughter-in-law, Farah Mitz Bechette, and three great-granddaughters who were an endless source of pride and joy: Ayala Marie, Maelys Ann and Amelya Jolie, all of Raleigh, N.C.Sharron wished to be cremated. Her ashes will be interred at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Lincoln, near her late husband Bill and with Bob. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023, at St.&nbsp; Patrick’s Catholic Church, Lincoln, with a luncheon to follow at the Parish Hall.Memorials may be made to the Lincoln Art Center, the Lincoln County Historical Society, or the Salina Theater Guild.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Sharron-Hamilton/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Sharron-Hamilton/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Sharron (King) Hamilton, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Sharron-Hamilton/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Sharron Hamilton

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Linda Dorlean Daily, 68, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, March 15th, 2023.

Linda was born in Salina, Kansas on March 20, 1954, a daughter of Flossie (Mallory) and Arvil Frederiksen.

She worked at Tony's, Morris Pharmacy, B&amp;K Pharmacy, and Presbyterian Manor. She loved helping people.

On October 27, 1991, Linda married Tim Daily in Salina.

Survivors include her husband, Tim; two daughters, Christa Hamburger, of Nebraska, Candice Crowder, of Salina, Kansas; son, Sam Branham (Shannon), of Salina, Kansas.

She is also survived by her grandchildren, Joey Crowder (Emily), Lane Crowder (Wendy), Morgan Crowder (Kurt), Madison Crowder Sawyer Branham, Mallory Branham, John Hamburger, Michael Hamburger, Courtney Hamburger, Bryan Hamburger, Candence Sears; and seven great-grandchildren.

Cremation was chosen and services will be announced later.

Donations may be made to Tim Daily to help with expenses, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory.

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<h2>Linda Dorlean Daily, Salina</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Linda-Dorlean-Daily?obId=27514481#/obituaryInfo">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Linda-Dorlean-Daily?obId=27514481#/obituaryInfo</a>March 20, 1954 - March 15, 2023Linda Dorlean Daily, 68, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, March 15th, 2023.Linda was born in Salina, Kansas on March 20, 1954, a daughter of Flossie (Mallory) and Arvil Frederiksen.She worked at Tony's, Morris Pharmacy, B&amp;K Pharmacy, and Presbyterian Manor. She loved helping people.On October 27, 1991, Linda married Tim Daily in Salina.Survivors include her husband, Tim; two daughters, Christa Hamburger, of Nebraska, Candice Crowder, of Salina, Kansas; son, Sam Branham (Shannon), of Salina, Kansas.She is also survived by her grandchildren, Joey Crowder (Emily), Lane Crowder (Wendy), Morgan Crowder (Kurt), Madison Crowder Sawyer Branham, Mallory Branham, John Hamburger, Michael Hamburger, Courtney Hamburger, Bryan Hamburger, Candence Sears; and seven great-grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents.Cremation was chosen and services will be announced later.Donations may be made to Tim Daily to help with expenses, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Linda, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27514481&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tree Store.</a>

Linda Dorlean Daily

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Carl Angus Niemann, Jr., 83, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Pinnacle Park Healthcare and Rehab in Salina, KS.

Carl was born on December 22, 1939 in Washington, KS to parents Carl Angus Sr. and Lola (Schneeman) Niemann.

Carl worked as a dishwasher in several local restaurants. He previously worked at Pepsi and as a security guard for Midwest Security. He loved watching football, especially the Kansas City Chiefs, WWE and police/CSI shows.

He was preceded in death by parents; daughter Elizabeth Niemann; son Jeffrey Hines; brother Edward Niemann; sister Marjorie McDonald; grandson William Kennedy, II; son-in-law Vernon Kennedy.

Carl is survived by children Lin Kennedy of Salina, KS, Richard Hines of Salina, KS, Lisa Soifer of Salina, KS, Curtiss Niemann of Salina, KS, Kenneth Niemann and spouse Jessica of Junction City, KS; sister Linda Brand and spouse Douglas of Watertown, SD.

A graveside service will be on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. with inurnment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Salina, KS.

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

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<h2>Carl Niemann</h2><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/carl-niemann">https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/carl-niemann</a>December 22, 1939 - March 13, 2023Carl Angus Niemann, Jr., 83, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Pinnacle Park Healthcare and Rehab in Salina, KS.Carl was born on December 22, 1939 in Washington, KS to parents Carl Angus Sr. and Lola (Schneeman) Niemann.Carl worked as a dishwasher in several local restaurants. He previously worked at Pepsi and as a security guard for Midwest Security. He loved watching football, especially the Kansas City Chiefs, WWE and police/CSI shows.He was preceded in death by parents; daughter Elizabeth Niemann; son Jeffrey Hines; brother Edward Niemann; sister Marjorie McDonald; grandson William Kennedy, II; son-in-law Vernon Kennedy.Carl is survived by children Lin Kennedy of Salina, KS, Richard Hines of Salina, KS, Lisa Soifer of Salina, KS, Curtiss Niemann of Salina, KS, Kenneth Niemann and spouse Jessica of Junction City, KS; sister Linda Brand and spouse Douglas of Watertown, SD.A graveside service will be on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. with inurnment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Salina, KS.Arrangements have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services, Salina. Online condolences may be sent to www.fordustick.com.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Carl Niemann, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/carl-niemann/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Carl Niemann

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Vicki L. Williams, 60, Bennington, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center. Vicki was born November 25, 1962, in Junction City to Jerry and Marilyn (Poland) Glessner.

Vicki was a 1981 graduate of Tescott High School and for the past 23 years she was employed with Blue Beacon International in Salina as a sales and support assistant.&nbsp; 

She enjoyed her family, camping, and fishing.&nbsp; Vicki was a founding member of the Fire and Iron Motorcycle Club Station #27 where she served as secretary and treasurer.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Bennington Fire Department Auxiliary.

Vicki was preceded in death by her father-in-law, John Williams and mother-in-law, Carol Nelson.

Survivors are her husband, Steve Williams; sons, David, Tyler, and Nick Williams; parents, Jerry and Marilyn Glessner; brother, Brad Glessner and his children, Kileigh and Brogan; stepnieces, Kelsi, and Kara; sister-in-law, Angela Riley and her husband, Mitch and their children, Trevor, Zach, and Lydia.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 24 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.&nbsp; Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 25 at the Bennington Bible Church, 824 N. Nelson, Bennington.&nbsp; The family requests casual attire. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CAPS of Salina or the Working Ranch Cowboys Association and Foundation and may be left in care of the funeral home.

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<h2>Vicki L. Williams, Bennington</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/vicki-l-williams">https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/vicki-l-williams</a>November 25, 1962 - March 14, 2023Vicki L. Williams, 60, Bennington, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center. Vicki was born November 25, 1962, in Junction City to Jerry and Marilyn (Poland) Glessner.Vicki was a 1981 graduate of Tescott High School and for the past 23 years she was employed with Blue Beacon International in Salina as a sales and support assistant.&nbsp; She enjoyed her family, camping, and fishing.&nbsp; Vicki was a founding member of the Fire and Iron Motorcycle Club Station #27 where she served as secretary and treasurer.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Bennington Fire Department Auxiliary.Vicki was preceded in death by her father-in-law, John Williams and mother-in-law, Carol Nelson.Survivors are her husband, Steve Williams; sons, David, Tyler, and Nick Williams; parents, Jerry and Marilyn Glessner; brother, Brad Glessner and his children, Kileigh and Brogan; stepnieces, Kelsi, and Kara; sister-in-law, Angela Riley and her husband, Mitch and their children, Trevor, Zach, and Lydia.Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 24 at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.&nbsp; Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 25 at the Bennington Bible Church, 824 N. Nelson, Bennington.&nbsp; The family requests casual attire. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CAPS of Salina or the Working Ranch Cowboys Association and Foundation and may be left in care of the funeral home.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Vicki L. Williams, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/vicki-l-williams/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Vicki L. Williams

Barbara Jean Cleveland was born on September 16, 1934, in Atchison, KS; the daughter of Louis and Dorothy (Thompson) Cummings. She was married to Kenneth Cleveland on February 14, 1952; they later divorced.

 She was a highly educated lady and held a Master’s Degree of Educational Psychology from Wichita State University. Previously, she had achieved her Associates Degree from Cloud County College in Concordia and her Bachelor’s Degree from Marymount College in Salina. 

Barbara was a social worker for many years, but retired after a 20+ year long career as a Juvenile Intake Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. After retirement, Barbara took about a year off from work, but quickly decided she would be a good fit with Catholic Charities in their domestic violence department; she worked there for 9 years. She loved to crochet and would make beautiful afghans and liked to pass time by making homemade soaps. The highlight of her life was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

Her loving family includes her children, Terry (Deanna) Cleveland of Salina, Cindy (Steve) Kahrs of Clay Center, Tim (Bendi) Cleveland of Pittsburg and Janet Cleveland of El Dorado; eight grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren, and a sister, Darlene Reinhart. 

Barbara passed away on March 14, 2023, in Wichita, KS. She is preceded in death by her parents; one granddaughter, Amy Cleveland and two sisters, Carol Henderson and Betty Koob. 

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to Butler County Sheriff’s Department or Catholic Charities. The family will be holding a private memorial service with burial at Swedesburg Cemetery. Please sign her online guestbook at <a href="http://www.carlsonkirbymorris.com">www.carlsonkirbymorris.com</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>Barbara Jean Cleveland was born on September 16, 1934, in Atchison, KS; the daughter of Louis and Dorothy (Thompson) Cummings. She was married to Kenneth Cleveland on February 14, 1952; they later divorced. She was a highly educated lady and held a Master’s Degree of Educational Psychology from Wichita State University. Previously, she had achieved her Associates Degree from Cloud County College in Concordia and her Bachelor’s Degree from Marymount College in Salina. Barbara was a social worker for many years, but retired after a 20+ year long career as a Juvenile Intake Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. After retirement, Barbara took about a year off from work, but quickly decided she would be a good fit with Catholic Charities in their domestic violence department; she worked there for 9 years. She loved to crochet and would make beautiful afghans and liked to pass time by making homemade soaps. The highlight of her life was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her loving family includes her children, Terry (Deanna) Cleveland of Salina, Cindy (Steve) Kahrs of Clay Center, Tim (Bendi) Cleveland of Pittsburg and Janet Cleveland of El Dorado; eight grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren, and a sister, Darlene Reinhart. Barbara passed away on March 14, 2023, in Wichita, KS. She is preceded in death by her parents; one granddaughter, Amy Cleveland and two sisters, Carol Henderson and Betty Koob. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to Butler County Sheriff’s Department or Catholic Charities. The family will be holding a private memorial service with burial at Swedesburg Cemetery. Please sign her online guestbook at <a href="http://www.carlsonkirbymorris.com">www.carlsonkirbymorris.com</a>.

Barbara Jean Cleveland

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Janet Marjorie Powell, 82, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023 at her home in rural Lincoln County, KS. She was born March 21, 1940 in Glen Elder, KS to Gail and Edna Pauline (Wright) Hixenbaugh. 

Janet married Merritte James “Jim” Powell in Beloit, KS on June 26, 1959. 

She worked as a dispatcher for the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and later as a LPN at the Lincoln County Hospital long-term care unit. S

he was a member of the Church of Christ, Eastern Star, and a dog lover.

Janet is survived by her sons Jamie Powell (Gladys) of Beloit, Joel Powell (Anita) of Colby, and Jay Powell of Beverly; grandchildren Amy Swanson (Virgel), Erin Garst, Maeghan Linder (Dustin), Travis Powell (Athena), Trenton Powell (Ashley), Tara Powell, and Dylan Larsen; great-grandchildren Taylor, Merritt, and Isabella Swanson, Clayton and Trinity Garst, Arya and Ryker Linder, Madison and Molly Powell, and Callista Powell; and siblings Norma Gasaway, Virginia Fobes (Richard), Warren Hixenbaugh (Elizabeth), and Larry Hixenbaugh (Carol). 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jim Powell, and brother-in-law Jerry Gasaway.

There will be a private graveside service. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a Church of Christ of the donor’s choice, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;

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<h2>Janet Powell, rural Lincoln County</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Janet-Powell">https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Janet-Powell</a>March 21, 1940 ~ March 12, 2023 (age 82)Janet Marjorie Powell, 82, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023 at her home in rural Lincoln County, KS. She was born March 21, 1940 in Glen Elder, KS to Gail and Edna Pauline (Wright) Hixenbaugh. Janet married Merritte James “Jim” Powell in Beloit, KS on June 26, 1959. She worked as a dispatcher for the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and later as a LPN at the Lincoln County Hospital long-term care unit. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Eastern Star, and a dog lover.Janet is survived by her sons Jamie Powell (Gladys) of Beloit, Joel Powell (Anita) of Colby, and Jay Powell of Beverly; grandchildren Amy Swanson (Virgel), Erin Garst, Maeghan Linder (Dustin), Travis Powell (Athena), Trenton Powell (Ashley), Tara Powell, and Dylan Larsen; great-grandchildren Taylor, Merritt, and Isabella Swanson, Clayton and Trinity Garst, Arya and Ryker Linder, Madison and Molly Powell, and Callista Powell; and siblings Norma Gasaway, Virginia Fobes (Richard), Warren Hixenbaugh (Elizabeth), and Larry Hixenbaugh (Carol). She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jim Powell, and brother-in-law Jerry Gasaway.There will be a private graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a Church of Christ of the donor’s choice, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Janet-Powell/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Janet-Powell/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Janet M. (Hixenbaugh) Powell, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Janet-Powell/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Janet Powell

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Hillsboro - Lois Groening was born August 1, 1933 to David and Emma (Madsen) Weber in Hillsboro, Kansas. She was the youngest of five children, growing up in Canada, Kansas where her father operated a blacksmith shop and ran a custom threshing business during the harvest season.

Lois attended grade school at the two-room Canada schoolhouse about a half-mile from their home. 

Her parents were members of the Strassburg Baptist Church northeast of Canada and it was there that she was baptized in 1944 at the age of eleven. 

Three years later Lois began attending high school in Hillsboro, staying with one of her older sisters at a boarding house during the week.

It was in high school that Lois met her future husband, Loren Groening. 

After graduating in 1951, she was first employed as a bookkeeper for Vogt’s Grocery and then later as a teller at the First National Bank. 

On August 26, 1955 she and Loren were married in the Strassburg Baptist Church.

Lois and Loren moved to Wichita so that Loren could attend Wichita State University while Lois worked at the Boulevard State Bank. After one semester, they decided they preferred small community life and moved back to Hillsboro. Over the next several years their two children, Terri Diane and Kelly David, were born.

Upon returning to Hillsboro, Lois transferred her church membership to the First Mennonite Church. She became active in the church and over the years taught Sunday School and Bible School, sang in the choir, and served on various committees. 

In 1959, Loren and Lois entered into the clothing business and Lois worked as bookkeeper, salesperson, and buyer for Groening Clothiers over the next 29 years.

One of Lois’ passions was music and in 1980 she, LaVonne Calam, and Myrta Bartel formed a singing trio group along with Elaine Jantzen as accompanist. They named their group JOI and gave numerous programs in churches and the community over the next 10 years. She was also active with the Hillsboro Arts &amp; Crafts Fair, serving on several committees.

After retiring from the clothing business in 1988, Lois and Loren shifted gears. They worked at the Snow Mountain YMCA Ranch near Winter Park, Colorado on three separate occasions, with the longest lasting 2 ½ months. They also became part-time tour directors for Prudent Tours, leading 29 tours over a 10-year period.

Lois will be remembered for her devotion to family, as a woman of faith and inner strength, while striving for everyday grace. She touched many lives and will be greatly missed.

Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Loren; her parents, Dave and Emma; brother Walter Weber; and sisters, Francis Kreutziger, Noreen Hein and Arlene Schroeder. 

She is survived by daughter, Terri Groening and Randy Morningstar of Sarasota, FL; and son, Kelly Groening of Hillsboro, KS.

Celebration of Life 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at First Mennonite Church in Hillsboro officiated by Pastor Tom Harder. &nbsp; &nbsp;Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. &nbsp;

Memorials to Camp Mennoscah or Hillsboro Community Foundation Parkside Homes Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 266, Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;

Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com.

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<h2>Lois Groening</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Lois-Groening?obId=27508243#/obituaryInfo">https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Lois-Groening?obId=27508243#/obituaryInfo</a>August 1, 1933 - March 13, 2023Hillsboro - Lois Groening was born August 1, 1933 to David and Emma (Madsen) Weber in Hillsboro, Kansas. She was the youngest of five children, growing up in Canada, Kansas where her father operated a blacksmith shop and ran a custom threshing business during the harvest season.Lois attended grade school at the two-room Canada schoolhouse about a half-mile from their home. Her parents were members of the Strassburg Baptist Church northeast of Canada and it was there that she was baptized in 1944 at the age of eleven. Three years later Lois began attending high school in Hillsboro, staying with one of her older sisters at a boarding house during the week.It was in high school that Lois met her future husband, Loren Groening. After graduating in 1951, she was first employed as a bookkeeper for Vogt’s Grocery and then later as a teller at the First National Bank. On August 26, 1955 she and Loren were married in the Strassburg Baptist Church.Lois and Loren moved to Wichita so that Loren could attend Wichita State University while Lois worked at the Boulevard State Bank. After one semester, they decided they preferred small community life and moved back to Hillsboro. Over the next several years their two children, Terri Diane and Kelly David, were born.Upon returning to Hillsboro, Lois transferred her church membership to the First Mennonite Church. She became active in the church and over the years taught Sunday School and Bible School, sang in the choir, and served on various committees. In 1959, Loren and Lois entered into the clothing business and Lois worked as bookkeeper, salesperson, and buyer for Groening Clothiers over the next 29 years.One of Lois’ passions was music and in 1980 she, LaVonne Calam, and Myrta Bartel formed a singing trio group along with Elaine Jantzen as accompanist. They named their group JOI and gave numerous programs in churches and the community over the next 10 years. She was also active with the Hillsboro Arts &amp; Crafts Fair, serving on several committees.After retiring from the clothing business in 1988, Lois and Loren shifted gears. They worked at the Snow Mountain YMCA Ranch near Winter Park, Colorado on three separate occasions, with the longest lasting 2 ½ months. They also became part-time tour directors for Prudent Tours, leading 29 tours over a 10-year period.Lois will be remembered for her devotion to family, as a woman of faith and inner strength, while striving for everyday grace. She touched many lives and will be greatly missed.Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Loren; her parents, Dave and Emma; brother Walter Weber; and sisters, Francis Kreutziger, Noreen Hein and Arlene Schroeder. She is survived by daughter, Terri Groening and Randy Morningstar of Sarasota, FL; and son, Kelly Groening of Hillsboro, KS.Celebration of Life 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at First Mennonite Church in Hillsboro officiated by Pastor Tom Harder. &nbsp; &nbsp;Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. &nbsp;Memorials to Camp Mennoscah or Hillsboro Community Foundation Parkside Homes Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 266, Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com.To send flowers to the family of Lois, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27508243&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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Beverly Ann Vogts Zerger, 76, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at Pine Village in Moundridge, Kansas. She was born October 19, 1946, the oldest child of Marion E. and Maurine (Flickner) Vogts. She grew up in Moundridge, spending a lot of time playing outside with her brother Bruce, sister Brenda, and the neighborhood kids. They knew to go home when the 6 o’clock whistle blew across town. Bev attended Moundridge Grade School and graduated from Moundridge High School in 1964. She attended Bethel College, graduating in 1968 with a foreign language major.

In a German class, she met Joe Zerger and they were married on June 1, 1968. Bev was baptized in the First Mennonite Church of Christian and was a life-long member. She taught primary Sunday school for many years and served on various committees. It was during the days of the Vietnam War that both Joe and Bev were accepted into the Teachers Abroad Program with MCC for Alternative Service. After a year of language study in Belgium, they spent two years teaching in secondary school in the heart of Africa in the Belgian Congo. Bev always expressed gratitude for the opportunity to live in Congo and said the experience made her a better person. Returning to the U.S., Bev and Joe lived in Lawrence, Ottawa, Peabody, Moundridge, and then settled on the farm near McPherson. Bev returned to Bethel College to earn an elementary education degree. She was a first grade teacher at Moundridge Elementary School. She felt so honored to be a teacher and spend school days with six and seven-year-old children. The greatest joy for Bev and Joe was the raising of two sons, Todd William and Neil Andrew who brought wonderful daughters-in-law, Krisha Keimig and Ginny Stohs, into the family. In time, seven grandchildren added their energy, playfulness and love. Retirement years were busy ones. Farming activities picked up. Grandchildren came for many visits making memories picking cherries, climbing the tractors and tree house, running with the dogs and staying outside until the first star appeared. Summer get togethers and sleepovers with all seven grandchildren were as much fun for Grandma as the grandchildren. Traveling with wonderful friends to Russia and Mexico were highlights. Survivors include Joe Zerger, her loving husband of 54 years; son Dr. Todd (Krisha), Ava, Garrison, Addy, and Ayla Zerger, Salina, KS; son Dr. Neil (Ginny) Brock, Ashlyn, and Hudson Zerger, Derby, KS; brother Bruce (Jeanne) Vogts, Buhler, KS; sister, Brenda (Dale) Wedel, Newton, KS; brother-in-law Dr. Richard (Donna) Zerger, McPherson, KS; sister-in-law Joanne (David) Janzen, Evanston, IL; sister-in-law Frances (Rolf) Maas, Farmington, PA; aunt Kathryn Vogts, Moundridge, KS; aunt Roselyn Cornell, Pittsburg, KS; aunt, Valeta Smith, Hoquiam, WA; aunt Dema Woten, Blythe, CA; many cousins, nieces and nephews, and friends. Those who preceded her in death are parents Marion and Maurine Vogts; parents-in-law Paul and Esther Zerger; brother-in-law Walter Hochstetler; and nephew Jonathan Hochstetler. Graveside services will be held at 9:45 a.m., Monday, March 20, 2023 at First Mennonite Church Cemetery, rural Moundridge. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m., at the First Mennonite Church of Christian.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Mennonite Church of Christian, Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp, or Camp Mennoscah in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, P.O. Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

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<h2>Beverly Ann Zerger</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Beverly-Zerger/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Beverly-Zerger/#!/TributeWall</a>October 19, 1946 - March 15, 2023Beverly Ann Vogts Zerger, 76, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at Pine Village in Moundridge, Kansas. She was born October 19, 1946, the oldest child of Marion E. and Maurine (Flickner) Vogts. She grew up in Moundridge, spending a lot of time playing outside with her brother Bruce, sister Brenda, and the neighborhood kids. They knew to go home when the 6 o’clock whistle blew across town. Bev attended Moundridge Grade School and graduated from Moundridge High School in 1964. She attended Bethel College, graduating in 1968 with a foreign language major. In a German class, she met Joe Zerger and they were married on June 1, 1968. Bev was baptized in the First Mennonite Church of Christian and was a life-long member. She taught primary Sunday school for many years and served on various committees. It was during the days of the Vietnam War that both Joe and Bev were accepted into the Teachers Abroad Program with MCC for Alternative Service. After a year of language study in Belgium, they spent two years teaching in secondary school in the heart of Africa in the Belgian Congo. Bev always expressed gratitude for the opportunity to live in Congo and said the experience made her a better person. Returning to the U.S., Bev and Joe lived in Lawrence, Ottawa, Peabody, Moundridge, and then settled on the farm near McPherson. Bev returned to Bethel College to earn an elementary education degree. She was a first grade teacher at Moundridge Elementary School. She felt so honored to be a teacher and spend school days with six and seven-year-old children. The greatest joy for Bev and Joe was the raising of two sons, Todd William and Neil Andrew who brought wonderful daughters-in-law, Krisha Keimig and Ginny Stohs, into the family. In time, seven grandchildren added their energy, playfulness and love. Retirement years were busy ones. Farming activities picked up. Grandchildren came for many visits making memories picking cherries, climbing the tractors and tree house, running with the dogs and staying outside until the first star appeared. Summer get togethers and sleepovers with all seven grandchildren were as much fun for Grandma as the grandchildren. Traveling with wonderful friends to Russia and Mexico were highlights. Survivors include Joe Zerger, her loving husband of 54 years; son Dr. Todd (Krisha), Ava, Garrison, Addy, and Ayla Zerger, Salina, KS; son Dr. Neil (Ginny) Brock, Ashlyn, and Hudson Zerger, Derby, KS; brother Bruce (Jeanne) Vogts, Buhler, KS; sister, Brenda (Dale) Wedel, Newton, KS; brother-in-law Dr. Richard (Donna) Zerger, McPherson, KS; sister-in-law Joanne (David) Janzen, Evanston, IL; sister-in-law Frances (Rolf) Maas, Farmington, PA; aunt Kathryn Vogts, Moundridge, KS; aunt Roselyn Cornell, Pittsburg, KS; aunt, Valeta Smith, Hoquiam, WA; aunt Dema Woten, Blythe, CA; many cousins, nieces and nephews, and friends. Those who preceded her in death are parents Marion and Maurine Vogts; parents-in-law Paul and Esther Zerger; brother-in-law Walter Hochstetler; and nephew Jonathan Hochstetler. Graveside services will be held at 9:45 a.m., Monday, March 20, 2023 at First Mennonite Church Cemetery, rural Moundridge. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m., at the First Mennonite Church of Christian. Memorial contributions may be made to First Mennonite Church of Christian, Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp, or Camp Mennoscah in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, P.O. Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Beverly Ann Zerger, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

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Cloyd Leroy Thomas, 82, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023 at Ascension via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. He was born April 23, 1940 in Elida, Ohio, the son of Ralph and Nina (Turner) Thomas. He graduated from high school in Salem, Illinois. Cloyd later attended college at Bethel College in North Newton and Wichita State University. Cloyd worked as a tool and die maker for Hesston Corporation for many years. He later worked for Aero Machine, which later became Thayer Aerospace in Wichita, where he worked for 18 years until he retired in 2006. He was a member of the Newton Church of the Brethren, where he served various roles such as deacon, lay leader, pulpit supply, and making bulletins. Cloyd was instrumental in starting the community garden, where he and Carol would enjoy gardening together. He was united in marriage to Carol Goering on June 21, 1964 at Eden Mennonite Church in rural Moundridge. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his three children, Marcia (Dale) Weishaar and their son, Wesley Weishaar; Lee Thomas and his sons, Maxwell and Jackson Thomas; and Russel (Christina) Thomas and their son, Owen Thomas; brother, Robert (Sharon) Thomas; and two sisters, Carol (Jerry) Norton, and Mary (Ted) Deneen.

Cloyd was preceded in death by his parents; sister Susan Dunlap; brother Edwin Thomas; and infant sister Roseann Thomas. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Newton Church of the Brethren. Burial will follow at Hopefield Cemetery, rural Moundridge. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, March 17, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6 to 8 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Newton Church of the Brethren or Heifer Project International in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, P.O .Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

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<h2>Cloyd Leroy Thomas, Moundridge</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Cloyd-Thomas/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Cloyd-Thomas/#!/TributeWall</a>April 23, 1940 - March 13, 2023Cloyd Leroy Thomas, 82, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023 at Ascension via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. He was born April 23, 1940 in Elida, Ohio, the son of Ralph and Nina (Turner) Thomas. He graduated from high school in Salem, Illinois. Cloyd later attended college at Bethel College in North Newton and Wichita State University. Cloyd worked as a tool and die maker for Hesston Corporation for many years. He later worked for Aero Machine, which later became Thayer Aerospace in Wichita, where he worked for 18 years until he retired in 2006. He was a member of the Newton Church of the Brethren, where he served various roles such as deacon, lay leader, pulpit supply, and making bulletins. Cloyd was instrumental in starting the community garden, where he and Carol would enjoy gardening together. He was united in marriage to Carol Goering on June 21, 1964 at Eden Mennonite Church in rural Moundridge. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his three children, Marcia (Dale) Weishaar and their son, Wesley Weishaar; Lee Thomas and his sons, Maxwell and Jackson Thomas; and Russel (Christina) Thomas and their son, Owen Thomas; brother, Robert (Sharon) Thomas; and two sisters, Carol (Jerry) Norton, and Mary (Ted) Deneen.Cloyd was preceded in death by his parents; sister Susan Dunlap; brother Edwin Thomas; and infant sister Roseann Thomas. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Newton Church of the Brethren. Burial will follow at Hopefield Cemetery, rural Moundridge. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, March 17, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Newton Church of the Brethren or Heifer Project International in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, P.O .Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Cloyd Leroy Thomas please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

Cloyd Leroy Thomas

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Kevin Lee Hodson, 60, of Hutchinson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Meridian Rehabilitation &amp; Health Care Center, Wichita.&nbsp;

He was born on February 28, 1963, in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Lyle Dean Hodson and Rosalee May (Winter) Hodson.&nbsp;

Kevin worked as a car salesman for most of his life at various locations.&nbsp;

He is survived by a son, Dakota Troyer; nine siblings, Tresa Rauh, Sharon Hodson, Randy Hodson (Lori), Debbie Porter, Diana Mericle (Steve), Gary Porter (Jacque), Peggy Holland (Randy), Joe Porter (Belinda), and Sarah Thomas (Gary); and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle Dean Hodson and Rosalee Goertzen.

A celebration of life reception will be held at a later date.

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<h2>Kevin L. Hodson, Hutchinson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/kevin-hodson">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/kevin-hodson</a>February 28, 1963 - March 15, 2023Kevin Lee Hodson, 60, of Hutchinson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Meridian Rehabilitation &amp; Health Care Center, Wichita.&nbsp;He was born on February 28, 1963, in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Lyle Dean Hodson and Rosalee May (Winter) Hodson.&nbsp;Kevin worked as a car salesman for most of his life at various locations.&nbsp;He is survived by a son, Dakota Troyer; nine siblings, Tresa Rauh, Sharon Hodson, Randy Hodson (Lori), Debbie Porter, Diana Mericle (Steve), Gary Porter (Jacque), Peggy Holland (Randy), Joe Porter (Belinda), and Sarah Thomas (Gary); and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle Dean Hodson and Rosalee Goertzen.A celebration of life reception will be held at a later date.To send flowers to the family in memory of Kevin L. Hodson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/eb4b10aa-66db-4841-a815-14e1fbcfe66f" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Kevin L. Hodson

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February 15, 1936 ~ March 15, 2023 (age 87)

KANOPOLIS Doris M. (Jennrich) Dolezal, 87, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023 in Wilson, KS. She was born on February 15, 1936 in Russell, KS to Frank Royal, Sr. and Violet Rose (Heard)&nbsp; Jennrich.

Doris met Wenslow Dolezal at the skating rink in Ellsworth, KS and they were united in marriage on August 26, 1958 in Russell. She lived in Russell, Fairport, Salina, and on the family farm near Kanopolis, KS. Doris and Wenslow were blessed with one son, Douglas.

Doris was raised in the Russell area. She attended grade school at Russell Grade School, Fay School, and Fairport Grade School. She attended high school in Paradise for one year and three years in Natoma, where she graduated. Doris played basketball and volleyball. 

Following high school, she moved to Salina with her sister and worked as a certified nurses aid at the Asbury hospital for two years. 

Doris was a member of the St. Bernard’s Catholic church in Ellsworth and the Sunflower Polka Club and Jolly Mixers Dance Club. She liked travelling with her husband, dancing, roller skating, raising Pekingese puppies, and growing African violets.

Doris is survived by her son Douglas Dolezal of Kanopolis. 

She was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Violet Jennrich; husband Wenslow Dolezal; sister Betty Soukup; and brothers Frank, Jr., Robert, and William Dean Jennrich; and niece Marcia Ann Soukup.

Visitation: 1-7 p.m., Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth. Family will be present 6-7 p.m. A vigil and rosary service will take place at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home following visitation.

Funeral mass: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, Ellsworth with burial following at Kanopolis Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.

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<h2>Doris Dolezal</h2><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doris-Dolezal">https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doris-Dolezal</a>February 15, 1936 ~ March 15, 2023 (age 87)KANOPOLIS Doris M. (Jennrich) Dolezal, 87, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023 in Wilson, KS. She was born on February 15, 1936 in Russell, KS to Frank Royal, Sr. and Violet Rose (Heard)&nbsp; Jennrich. Doris met Wenslow Dolezal at the skating rink in Ellsworth, KS and they were united in marriage on August 26, 1958 in Russell. She lived in Russell, Fairport, Salina, and on the family farm near Kanopolis, KS. Doris and Wenslow were blessed with one son, Douglas.Doris was raised in the Russell area. She attended grade school at Russell Grade School, Fay School, and Fairport Grade School. She attended high school in Paradise for one year and three years in Natoma, where she graduated. Doris played basketball and volleyball. Following high school, she moved to Salina with her sister and worked as a certified nurses aid at the Asbury hospital for two years. Doris was a member of the St. Bernard’s Catholic church in Ellsworth and the Sunflower Polka Club and Jolly Mixers Dance Club. She liked travelling with her husband, dancing, roller skating, raising Pekingese puppies, and growing African violets.Doris is survived by her son Douglas Dolezal of Kanopolis. She was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Violet Jennrich; husband Wenslow Dolezal; sister Betty Soukup; and brothers Frank, Jr., Robert, and William Dean Jennrich; and niece Marcia Ann Soukup.Visitation: 1-7 p.m., Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth. Family will be present 6-7 p.m. A vigil and rosary service will take place at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home following visitation.Funeral mass: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, Ellsworth with burial following at Kanopolis Cemetery.Memorial contributions can be made to St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doris-Dolezal/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doris-Dolezal/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Doris M. (Jennrich) Dolezal, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Doris-Dolezal/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Samuel Robert Rookstool, age 85, died March 14, 2023, at the Clay County Medical Center in Clay Center, KS. He was born to Frank David and Grace Pricilla (Cornett) Rookstool in Beagle, KS on September 3, 1937. 

Samuel was raised in the Beagle and Wichita area. He moved to California in 1954 and joined the Army during the draft.&nbsp; Samuel served two years in the Army and later enlisted in the Navy. He served in the Korean War as well as Vietnam. 

He worked for Reno Construction after fulfilling his duty in the Navy. 

Samuel married Sondra Bandy on June 22, 1963. She preceded him in death on December 14, 2021. They moved around early on in their marriage, before settling in Clay Center in 1977.

 Samuel worked as a mechanic in Fort Riley. 

In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and raising wolves and hogs. Most of all he enjoyed working on projects for other people. 

In addition to his wife, Samuel is preceded in death by his parents; sons Jim Cornett and Shane Rookstool; daughters Claudia Greathouse and Patricia Cornett; brothers Vernon Daringer, Raymond, Frankie and Jimmy Rookstool; and son-in-law, Paul Olson.

Son: Robert (Lisa) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

Son: Shawn (Amanda) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Kenneth Rookstool of Vernon County, MO

Sister: Nancy Daringer of Leavenworth, KS

Brother: Yancy Daringer of Kansas City, KS

21 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild

Services are currently pending and will be announced soon.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/samuel-rookstool">https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/samuel-rookstool</a>Samuel Robert Rookstool, age 85, died March 14, 2023, at the Clay County Medical Center in Clay Center, KS. He was born to Frank David and Grace Pricilla (Cornett) Rookstool in Beagle, KS on September 3, 1937. Samuel was raised in the Beagle and Wichita area. He moved to California in 1954 and joined the Army during the draft.&nbsp; Samuel served two years in the Army and later enlisted in the Navy. He served in the Korean War as well as Vietnam. He worked for Reno Construction after fulfilling his duty in the Navy. Samuel married Sondra Bandy on June 22, 1963. She preceded him in death on December 14, 2021. They moved around early on in their marriage, before settling in Clay Center in 1977. Samuel worked as a mechanic in Fort Riley. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and raising wolves and hogs. Most of all he enjoyed working on projects for other people. In addition to his wife, Samuel is preceded in death by his parents; sons Jim Cornett and Shane Rookstool; daughters Claudia Greathouse and Patricia Cornett; brothers Vernon Daringer, Raymond, Frankie and Jimmy Rookstool; and son-in-law, Paul Olson.Survivors:Daughter: Linda Olson of Concordia, KSSon: Robert (Lisa) Rookstool of Clay Center, KSSon: Shawn (Amanda) Rookstool of Clay Center, KSBrother: Clyde Rookstool of Fontana, KSBrother: Kenneth Rookstool of Vernon County, MOSister: Darline Carter of Paola, KSSister: Nancy Daringer of Leavenworth, KSBrother: Yancy Daringer of Kansas City, KSSister: Etta McGuire of Corbin, KYSister: Phyllis Wilson of Pine Knot, KYSon: Terry Rookstool of Corbin, KY21 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchildServices are currently pending and will be announced soon.

Samuel Rookstool

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Marvin J. Hamm, 86, Abilene, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, at Village Manor in Abilene. The youngest of 12, Marvin was born December 30, 1936, in Hillsboro to Edward and Bertha (Hill) Hamm.

Marvin attended the Warren School until the eighth grade and was a 1955 graduate of Durham High School.&nbsp; 

He and Joyce Gill were united in marriage on August 2, 1959, and were married for 63 years. The couple purchased a farm near Wells where they farmed and ranched for many years until moving to Abilene in 2017.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Arthur, Elsie, Elma, Eddie, Theodore, Harry, Dorothy, Florence, Florine, Duane, and Delbert; and his granddaughter Kylie Hamm.

Survivors are his wife, Joyce; children Mike Hamm and his wife, Jody, Shelly Alderson and her husband, Darwin, and Tim Hamm and his wife, Anita. After Marvin’s brother, Harry, died at a young age in 1963, his two children, Brenda and Shane became a part of Marvin and Joyce’s family. Grandchildren include Kelsey Cathcart and her husband, Bryce, Austin Hamm and his wife, Hannah, Matthew Hamm and his fiancé, Jenn Shaw, Lindsey Hamm, Ashley Fields and her husband, Dustin, Tori Bowers and her husband, Matt, Taylor Lokken and her husband, Cody, Turner Alderson and her fiancé, Damian Hartman, Cody Hamm and his wife, Canyon, Ty Hamm and his wife, Noell, and Lane Hamm and his wife, Trisha, and 13 great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Marvin’s life including a BBQ meal and storytelling will be on Saturday, April 1 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wells Community Center or the Ottawa County Fair Association and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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<h2>Marvin J. Hamm, Abilene</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/marvin-j-hamm">https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/marvin-j-hamm</a>December 30, 1936 - March 13, 2023Marvin J. Hamm, 86, Abilene, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, at Village Manor in Abilene. The youngest of 12, Marvin was born December 30, 1936, in Hillsboro to Edward and Bertha (Hill) Hamm.Marvin attended the Warren School until the eighth grade and was a 1955 graduate of Durham High School.&nbsp; He and Joyce Gill were united in marriage on August 2, 1959, and were married for 63 years. The couple purchased a farm near Wells where they farmed and ranched for many years until moving to Abilene in 2017.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Arthur, Elsie, Elma, Eddie, Theodore, Harry, Dorothy, Florence, Florine, Duane, and Delbert; and his granddaughter Kylie Hamm.Survivors are his wife, Joyce; children Mike Hamm and his wife, Jody, Shelly Alderson and her husband, Darwin, and Tim Hamm and his wife, Anita. After Marvin’s brother, Harry, died at a young age in 1963, his two children, Brenda and Shane became a part of Marvin and Joyce’s family. Grandchildren include Kelsey Cathcart and her husband, Bryce, Austin Hamm and his wife, Hannah, Matthew Hamm and his fiancé, Jenn Shaw, Lindsey Hamm, Ashley Fields and her husband, Dustin, Tori Bowers and her husband, Matt, Taylor Lokken and her husband, Cody, Turner Alderson and her fiancé, Damian Hartman, Cody Hamm and his wife, Canyon, Ty Hamm and his wife, Noell, and Lane Hamm and his wife, Trisha, and 13 great-grandchildren.A Celebration of Marvin’s life including a BBQ meal and storytelling will be on Saturday, April 1 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Wells Community Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wells Community Center or the Ottawa County Fair Association and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Marvin J. Hamm, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/marvin-j-hamm/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Marvin J. Hamm

James "Jim" Maley, one of eight children born to Willard &amp; Veda 
(Boland) Maley, was born November 26, 1952, in Norton, Kansas, and passed
 away at his home in Phillipsburg, Kansas, on March 11, 2023, at the age 
of 70.

He attended grade school in Edmond, Kansas, and high school in Lenora,
 Kansas, where he graduated in 1971. He went on to attend vo-tech in 
Goodland, Kansas, where he earned his certification to be an automotive 
technician. Upon graduation, he accepted a mechanics position with 
Matteson Motors in Phillipsburg, KS on April 16th, 1973, where he remained employed for over 45 years.

While in Goodland, Jim met Marilyn Wilson of Marienthal, Kansas, who he later married on May 19th, 1973. They settled down in Phillipsburg, KS, and had three daughters — Kerry, Angela and Amanda.

In his spare time, Jim enjoyed spending time with his family, helping
 friends with numerous projects and swapping stories over coffee.

He joined the Church of Christ in 1982, where he was baptized; and 
enjoyed weekly worship and singing. He was an active member, assisting 
with Sunday services and communion. His favorite Bible verse was John 3:16
 “God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that 
whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting 
life.”

He is preceded in death by his father Willard Maley, sisters Joyce 
Maley &amp; Judy Anderson; In-laws Hallie (Carrie Clarabelle) Wilson; 
both maternal and paternal grandparents; Brother-in laws Everett (Wanda)
 Wilson &amp; Marvin (Delora) Wilson, Sister-in-laws Marlene (Frank) 
Riley &amp; Alice Allen.

He is survived by his wife, Marilyn of the home in Phillipsburg; 
daughters, Kerry Markin of Phillipsburg, KS, Angela Maley of Mahaska, KS
 and Amanda (Ryan) Smith of Salina, KS; Grandchildren Matthew, Nathan, 
Elijah, Michael, Jordan, Alexis, Samuel, Brecklyn, and Brynlee; 
Great-grandchildren Maverick,&nbsp; Alana, and Leighlan; Mother Veda Maley of
 Hays, KS; Brothers Jan Maley of Norton, KS and Jerry Maley of Roseburg,
 OR; Sisters Janice Maley of Plainville, KS, Lanny Maley and Jolene 
Maley both of Hays, KS; &nbsp;Brother-in-laws Don (Kayla) Wilson of 
Phillipsburg and Melvin Wilson of Marienthal, KS; Sisters-in-law Mildred
 (Jack) Burch of Marienthal, KS, Lois (Jerry) Keller of Ellis, KS and 
Vona (Ray) Voss of Lakeview, AR, along with many nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service will be held at a later time. Memorial 
contributions may be given to KSU Center for Basic Cancer Research and 
the Church of Christ in care of the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>James "Jim" Maley, one of eight children born to Willard &amp; Veda 
(Boland) Maley, was born November 26, 1952, in Norton, Kansas, and passed
 away at his home in Phillipsburg, Kansas, on March 11, 2023, at the age 
of 70.He attended grade school in Edmond, Kansas, and high school in Lenora,
 Kansas, where he graduated in 1971. He went on to attend vo-tech in 
Goodland, Kansas, where he earned his certification to be an automotive 
technician. Upon graduation, he accepted a mechanics position with 
Matteson Motors in Phillipsburg, KS on April 16th, 1973, where he remained employed for over 45 years.While in Goodland, Jim met Marilyn Wilson of Marienthal, Kansas, who he later married on May 19th, 1973. They settled down in Phillipsburg, KS, and had three daughters — Kerry, Angela and Amanda.In his spare time, Jim enjoyed spending time with his family, helping
 friends with numerous projects and swapping stories over coffee.He joined the Church of Christ in 1982, where he was baptized; and 
enjoyed weekly worship and singing. He was an active member, assisting 
with Sunday services and communion. His favorite Bible verse was John 3:16
 “God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that 
whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting 
life.”He is preceded in death by his father Willard Maley, sisters Joyce 
Maley &amp; Judy Anderson; In-laws Hallie (Carrie Clarabelle) Wilson; 
both maternal and paternal grandparents; Brother-in laws Everett (Wanda)
 Wilson &amp; Marvin (Delora) Wilson, Sister-in-laws Marlene (Frank) 
Riley &amp; Alice Allen.He is survived by his wife, Marilyn of the home in Phillipsburg; 
daughters, Kerry Markin of Phillipsburg, KS, Angela Maley of Mahaska, KS
 and Amanda (Ryan) Smith of Salina, KS; Grandchildren Matthew, Nathan, 
Elijah, Michael, Jordan, Alexis, Samuel, Brecklyn, and Brynlee; 
Great-grandchildren Maverick,&nbsp; Alana, and Leighlan; Mother Veda Maley of
 Hays, KS; Brothers Jan Maley of Norton, KS and Jerry Maley of Roseburg,
 OR; Sisters Janice Maley of Plainville, KS, Lanny Maley and Jolene 
Maley both of Hays, KS; &nbsp;Brother-in-laws Don (Kayla) Wilson of 
Phillipsburg and Melvin Wilson of Marienthal, KS; Sisters-in-law Mildred
 (Jack) Burch of Marienthal, KS, Lois (Jerry) Keller of Ellis, KS and 
Vona (Ray) Voss of Lakeview, AR, along with many nieces and nephews.A private graveside service will be held at a later time. Memorial 
contributions may be given to KSU Center for Basic Cancer Research and 
the Church of Christ in care of the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.

James 'Jim' Maley

Marceline A. (Mitchell) Bender, 96, lifelong resident of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2023 at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell.

Marceline was born March 9, 1927, in Russell.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Oscar R. and Margaret (Benso) Mitchell.&nbsp; She grew up on the Mitchell homestead south of Russell.&nbsp; She attended&nbsp;West&nbsp;Kennebec School and later graduated from Russell High School in 1944.&nbsp; After high school, she briefly attended business school with her sister, Glenna.&nbsp; She then worked for her Aunt Glennadine and husband Leo.

Marceline liked to go to dances, which is where she met and fell in love with Henry A. Bender. They were united in marriage on June 5, 1948 in Russell. This union was blessed with four children; Margaret, Michael, Richard and Nancy. Henry preceded her in death on December 29, 2004.

After they were married, they moved to a farm northwest of Russell where she was a dedicated farm wife and mother. It was important to Marceline to be supportative of Henry, their children, and family. Through her 96 years in Russell County, she had many friends and aquaintances whom she was always willing to lend a hand or share fried chicken or her delicious pies.

Marceline was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church and a member of Home Demonstration Unit.&nbsp; She also worked at the Russell County Court House.&nbsp; She enjoyed doing yard work, raking leaves and studying family genealogy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marceline’s surviving family include children Margaret Polen, Mike (Diane), Richard (Kim) and Nancy Schmitt (Dale); sister and best friend, Glenna Paschal; half-brother, Stanley Mitchell; 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Marceline was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Henry; granddaughter, Jodi; brothers, Oscar Bill Mitchell; and half-siblings, Fred, Margaret, Kenneth and Charles.

Celebration of Marceline’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, March 18, 2023 at St. John Lutheran Church in Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday, March 17, 2023 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.&nbsp; 

A Memorial has been established with St. John Lutheran Church or the Russell County Historical Society.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Marceline A. (Mitchell) Bender, 96, lifelong resident of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2023 at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell.Marceline was born March 9, 1927, in Russell.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Oscar R. and Margaret (Benso) Mitchell.&nbsp; She grew up on the Mitchell homestead south of Russell.&nbsp; She attended&nbsp;West&nbsp;Kennebec School and later graduated from Russell High School in 1944.&nbsp; After high school, she briefly attended business school with her sister, Glenna.&nbsp; She then worked for her Aunt Glennadine and husband Leo.Marceline liked to go to dances, which is where she met and fell in love with Henry A. Bender. They were united in marriage on June 5, 1948 in Russell. This union was blessed with four children; Margaret, Michael, Richard and Nancy. Henry preceded her in death on December 29, 2004.After they were married, they moved to a farm northwest of Russell where she was a dedicated farm wife and mother. It was important to Marceline to be supportative of Henry, their children, and family. Through her 96 years in Russell County, she had many friends and aquaintances whom she was always willing to lend a hand or share fried chicken or her delicious pies.Marceline was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church and a member of Home Demonstration Unit.&nbsp; She also worked at the Russell County Court House.&nbsp; She enjoyed doing yard work, raking leaves and studying family genealogy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marceline’s surviving family include children Margaret Polen, Mike (Diane), Richard (Kim) and Nancy Schmitt (Dale); sister and best friend, Glenna Paschal; half-brother, Stanley Mitchell; 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.Marceline was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Henry; granddaughter, Jodi; brothers, Oscar Bill Mitchell; and half-siblings, Fred, Margaret, Kenneth and Charles.Celebration of Marceline’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, March 18, 2023 at St. John Lutheran Church in Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday, March 17, 2023 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established with St. John Lutheran Church or the Russell County Historical Society.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Marceline A. (Mitchell) Bender

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Col. Laura J. Bredemeier, Army Nurse Corps, ret., 88, of Petaluma, CA, died peacefully on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Windsong of Sonoma (senior living). 

She was born on January 7, 1934, in Marion County, Kansas, graduated from Marion High school in 1951, Wesley Hospital School of Nursing in Wichita in 1954 and later finished her B.S. degree at Drury College in Springfield, MO in 1972. 

After ten years of civilian nursing, she joined the Army Nurse Corps and served on the front lines in the Vietnam war. She was a highly decorated soldier during her 28 years of service, including the coveted Meritorious Service Award and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm. Her many postings included Tripler, Letterman, and Fitzsimmons Army Medical Centers and in Teheran, Iran in 1976 - 78 as operating room supervisor. Her last two positions were as Chief Nurse at Ft. Ord in Monterey, CA and finally back to Letterman in San Francisco and her later retirement in 1990.

Laura's love of sports was evident as a young counsellor and nurse at Brown Ledge Camp in Vermont where she also taught pyramid and slalom skiing. In addition, she was an accomplished snow skier and instructor at Sun Valley, Idaho and often frequented the slopes in Colorado and Lake Tahoe. In Iran she was a champion slow pitcher in the mixed softball league. 

One of Laura's Marion friends, Pam Harp, recently described her as "almost larger than life." Laura's Petaluma friend, Joan Johnson, remarked, "that's a good description of her. Laura swallowed life whole and her infectious smile filled you up and made you believe in your best self. She was a deeply spiritual person who meditated for 35 years, and tried to uphold the formative values of her Kansas heritage. It has been my honor and privilege to know and love her. She was my best teacher." 

Laura was a church member of Unity of Marin in Novato, CA and was an enthusiastic attendee of various 12-step meetings for over 42 years. In her later years her main hobby was acrylic painting and lately she had developed a nice, natural singing voice. 

Laura is survived by her life partner, Joan Johnson, her nephews, Mike, Don,and Jim Bredemeier, her great-nephews, Jeffrey, Jon, Josh (Maddie), and Jake (Jessica), and her great-niece, Janessa (Nick). 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herb and Clara Bredemeier, and her brother and sister-in-law, Dick and Evelyn Bredemeier. 

Graveside memorial services with military honors will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Marion Cemetery.&nbsp; Yazel Megli Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp;

Memorials may be directed to Leader Dog for the Blind.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Laura at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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<h2>Col. Laura J. Bredemeier, Petaluma, CA</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Col. Laura J. Bredemeier</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/laura-bredemeier">https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/laura-bredemeier</a>January 7, 1934 - December 8, 2022Col. Laura J. Bredemeier, Army Nurse Corps, ret., 88, of Petaluma, CA, died peacefully on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Windsong of Sonoma (senior living). She was born on January 7, 1934, in Marion County, Kansas, graduated from Marion High school in 1951, Wesley Hospital School of Nursing in Wichita in 1954 and later finished her B.S. degree at Drury College in Springfield, MO in 1972. After ten years of civilian nursing, she joined the Army Nurse Corps and served on the front lines in the Vietnam war. She was a highly decorated soldier during her 28 years of service, including the coveted Meritorious Service Award and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm. Her many postings included Tripler, Letterman, and Fitzsimmons Army Medical Centers and in Teheran, Iran in 1976 - 78 as operating room supervisor. Her last two positions were as Chief Nurse at Ft. Ord in Monterey, CA and finally back to Letterman in San Francisco and her later retirement in 1990. Laura's love of sports was evident as a young counsellor and nurse at Brown Ledge Camp in Vermont where she also taught pyramid and slalom skiing. In addition, she was an accomplished snow skier and instructor at Sun Valley, Idaho and often frequented the slopes in Colorado and Lake Tahoe. In Iran she was a champion slow pitcher in the mixed softball league. One of Laura's Marion friends, Pam Harp, recently described her as "almost larger than life." Laura's Petaluma friend, Joan Johnson, remarked, "that's a good description of her. Laura swallowed life whole and her infectious smile filled you up and made you believe in your best self. She was a deeply spiritual person who meditated for 35 years, and tried to uphold the formative values of her Kansas heritage. It has been my honor and privilege to know and love her. She was my best teacher." Laura was a church member of Unity of Marin in Novato, CA and was an enthusiastic attendee of various 12-step meetings for over 42 years. In her later years her main hobby was acrylic painting and lately she had developed a nice, natural singing voice. Laura is survived by her life partner, Joan Johnson, her nephews, Mike, Don,and Jim Bredemeier, her great-nephews, Jeffrey, Jon, Josh (Maddie), and Jake (Jessica), and her great-niece, Janessa (Nick). She was preceded in death by her parents, Herb and Clara Bredemeier, and her brother and sister-in-law, Dick and Evelyn Bredemeier. Graveside memorial services with military honors will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Marion Cemetery.&nbsp; Yazel Megli Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to Leader Dog for the Blind.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Laura at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>. To order<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/5e90a6a4-51ed-4073-8a08-8b5e80652e51" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Laura Jane Bredemeier, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/5e90a6a4-51ed-4073-8a08-8b5e80652e51" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Col. Laura J. Bredemeier

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March 18, 1949 ~ February 2, 2023 (age 73)

Kathleen (Kathy) Ann Lachman, 73, of Belleville, Kansas passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2023, at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on March 18, 1949, in Waukegan, Illinois to Robert and June (Larson) Gaston.&nbsp; She married David Serres on October 5, 1968, and raised one son, Steven Serres. They later divorced. On September 16, 1988, she married David Lachman in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.&nbsp; She received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. She worked for many years as the office administrator for the United Methodist Church in Sun City and Sun Lakes, Arizona.

After retirement, she developed a passion for quilting. She enjoyed making quilts for family and attending quilting retreats.&nbsp;&nbsp;She had a lifetime love for dogs, with many puppies and rescues providing joy over the years.&nbsp; Kathy is survived by her loving husband David Lachman of Belleville, Kansas; son Steven (Julie) Serres and granddaughters Grace and Riley Serres, all of Hainesville, Illinois; mother-in-law, Barbara Lachman of Belleville, Kansas and many other friends and relatives.

<h2>Kathleen A. (Gaston) Lachman, Belleville</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Kathleen A. (Gaston) Lachman</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kathleen-Lachman">https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kathleen-Lachman</a>March 18, 1949 ~ February 2, 2023 (age 73)Kathleen (Kathy) Ann Lachman, 73, of Belleville, Kansas passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2023, at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on March 18, 1949, in Waukegan, Illinois to Robert and June (Larson) Gaston.&nbsp; She married David Serres on October 5, 1968, and raised one son, Steven Serres. They later divorced. On September 16, 1988, she married David Lachman in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.&nbsp; She received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. She worked for many years as the office administrator for the United Methodist Church in Sun City and Sun Lakes, Arizona. After retirement, she developed a passion for quilting. She enjoyed making quilts for family and attending quilting retreats.&nbsp;&nbsp;She had a lifetime love for dogs, with many puppies and rescues providing joy over the years.&nbsp; Kathy is survived by her loving husband David Lachman of Belleville, Kansas; son Steven (Julie) Serres and granddaughters Grace and Riley Serres, all of Hainesville, Illinois; mother-in-law, Barbara Lachman of Belleville, Kansas and many other friends and relatives. She cast her humor, kindness, and love on everyone she encountered. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and June Gaston. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the UMOM New Day Center, Phoenix, Arizona. Celebration of life service will be held 2 p.m., Friday, March 24, 2023 at Bachelor-Surber Memorial Chapel ,&nbsp;Belleville, Kansas.&nbsp; Inurnment will be private. Online condolences and other information can be found at&nbsp;www.bachelor-surber.com.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/KathleenKathy-Lachman/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/KathleenKathy-Lachman/1071199/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Kathleen (Kathy) A. (Gaston) Lachman, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/KathleenKathy-Lachman/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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