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Irma J. Smith-Copeland, 85, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center.

She was born on October 9, 1937 in Vesper, Kansas, the daughter of Harry and Bessie Jensen.&nbsp;

She was bookkeeper for years for various organizations, and she spent most of her time volunteering for multiple organizations like VFA and Salina's American Legion.

She enjoyed traveling around the country with family and friends as she loved her country so. She spent her time at home crocheting, embroidering, and working on puzzles.

Irma was preceded in death by both husbands, Lyle Smith of 44 years and Darrel Copeland of 21 years, brothers Orval Jensen, Floyd Jensen; her son Rich; and son-in-law Dwight Moore.

Survivors include her daughter Beverly; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two stepchildren; four stepgrandchildren; four stepgreat-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law Darlene and Mel Reed, and sisters-in-law Dee Jensen and Zelma Jensen.

Cremation was chosen and a graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at the Lincoln Cemetery, Lincoln, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the VFA, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas.

To send flowers to the family of Irma, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27475276&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Irma J. Smith-Copeland, Salina</h2><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Irma-J-Smith-Copeland?obId=27475276#/obituaryInfo">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Irma-J-Smith-Copeland?obId=27475276#/obituaryInfo</a>October 9, 1937 - March 9, 2023Irma J. Smith-Copeland, 85, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center.She was born on October 9, 1937 in Vesper, Kansas, the daughter of Harry and Bessie Jensen.&nbsp;She was bookkeeper for years for various organizations, and she spent most of her time volunteering for multiple organizations like VFA and Salina's American Legion.She enjoyed traveling around the country with family and friends as she loved her country so. She spent her time at home crocheting, embroidering, and working on puzzles.Irma was preceded in death by both husbands, Lyle Smith of 44 years and Darrel Copeland of 21 years, brothers Orval Jensen, Floyd Jensen; her son Rich; and son-in-law Dwight Moore.Survivors include her daughter Beverly; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two stepchildren; four stepgrandchildren; four stepgreat-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law Darlene and Mel Reed, and sisters-in-law Dee Jensen and Zelma Jensen.Cremation was chosen and a graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at the Lincoln Cemetery, Lincoln, Kansas.Memorials may be made to the VFA, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas.To send flowers to the family of Irma, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27475276&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Irma J. Smith-Copeland

Charles “CE” Ford, 85 of Newton Kansas, went to be with the Lord on March 6th, 2023.

Charlie was born August 3, 1937, to Charles E. and Rose “Crandall” Ford in Marion County.

After
 high school, Charlie enlisted in the US Navy.  Then after discharge 
moved to Marion KS, where he married and raised two sons.  Charlie 
worked for the Rainbow Bread company and delivered bread throughout 
Marion County and was well known, liked and respected.

In 1976, 
the family moved to Newton, where Charlie worked for Excel Industries 
and Hesston Corporation, in Hesston, Kansas. Charlie enjoyed 
construction, woodworking, and after retirement helped many friends and 
family with multiple projects. Charlie also worked part time at Kropf 
Lumber in Hesston Kansas.

During his retirement, he became a 
passionate lover of cats and would ensure that the neighborhood cats had
 food and shelter when needed.

Charlie was a loving father, 
husband, brother, and son. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, a 
strong work ethic, loyalty, honesty, dedication, and perseverance.

Charlie
 is survived by his Wife Pat “Dirks” Ford Hillsboro KS, sons, Lawrence 
Ray Ford and Roger Dale Ford, brother Duane “Keith” Ford and wife Jenni,
 Orange Park, FL, Stepdaughters Colleen and her husband Doug 
Weinbrenner, Hillsboro KS, Sheri Wilson and her wife Sue Varian, as well
 as many grandchildren and great grand children

He is preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Rose Ford and infant sister.

A very special Thank you to people who have helped Charlie during the past years of his life.

A
 special thanks to Sarah and Janel Ferris, Staff at Paramount Nursing 
Home, Newton, Staff at Salem Nursing Home, Hillsboro, KS and Shawn  
Wetschensky with Good Shepard Hospice, Wichita, KS

Due to Charlie’s wishes, his body will be cremated, and no Memorial service held.

If so inclined, feel free to make a donation to a local animal shelter or to Good Shepard Hospice in his name.

Charlie will truly be missed by his family and friends.

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 </figure>Charles “CE” Ford, 85 of Newton Kansas, went to be with the Lord on March 6th, 2023.Charlie was born August 3, 1937, to Charles E. and Rose “Crandall” Ford in Marion County.After
 high school, Charlie enlisted in the US Navy. Then after discharge 
moved to Marion KS, where he married and raised two sons. Charlie 
worked for the Rainbow Bread company and delivered bread throughout 
Marion County and was well known, liked and respected.In 1976, 
the family moved to Newton, where Charlie worked for Excel Industries 
and Hesston Corporation, in Hesston, Kansas. Charlie enjoyed 
construction, woodworking, and after retirement helped many friends and 
family with multiple projects. Charlie also worked part time at Kropf 
Lumber in Hesston Kansas.During his retirement, he became a 
passionate lover of cats and would ensure that the neighborhood cats had
 food and shelter when needed.Charlie was a loving father, 
husband, brother, and son. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, a 
strong work ethic, loyalty, honesty, dedication, and perseverance.Charlie
 is survived by his Wife Pat “Dirks” Ford Hillsboro KS, sons, Lawrence 
Ray Ford and Roger Dale Ford, brother Duane “Keith” Ford and wife Jenni,
 Orange Park, FL, Stepdaughters Colleen and her husband Doug 
Weinbrenner, Hillsboro KS, Sheri Wilson and her wife Sue Varian, as well
 as many grandchildren and great grand childrenHe is preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Rose Ford and infant sister.A very special Thank you to people who have helped Charlie during the past years of his life.A
 special thanks to Sarah and Janel Ferris, Staff at Paramount Nursing 
Home, Newton, Staff at Salem Nursing Home, Hillsboro, KS and Shawn 
Wetschensky with Good Shepard Hospice, Wichita, KSDue to Charlie’s wishes, his body will be cremated, and no Memorial service held.If so inclined, feel free to make a donation to a local animal shelter or to Good Shepard Hospice in his name.Charlie will truly be missed by his family and friends.

Charles 'CE' Ford

Janis Conine (Sculley) died on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at Lane County 
Hospital with family and friends by her side. She was born on June 7, 
1947, at Grisell Memorial Hospital in Ransom, KS. She was the daughter of
 John and Esther Sculley (Knauf). She married Ed Conine on August 6, 
1963, at Beeler, KS. They will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary 
this year together. 
Janis worked as a seamstress for several years when her children were 
young. Later on, she worked at Dighton Grade School as a para teacher. 
In the spring of 1983 she started working at the First National Bank of 
Dighton, where she retired after 30 years of service as head teller. 
After retirement, Janis and Ed enjoyed traveling, camping and fishing 
with family and friends. They enjoyed riding their Harley’s and went on 
several road trips with friends. Janis’s interests and hobbies included 
fishing, golfing, bowling, camping, sewing, quilting, woodworking, 
baking and bird watching. She enjoyed playing cards with the women’s 
group in Dighton, meeting for coffee in the mornings and beverages in 
the evenings to visit with friends. In the early 1980s, Janis took an 
advanced cake decorating course and after that went on to make many 
birthday, wedding and anniversary cakes for family and friends. She 
recently took a woodworking class at Garden City Community College and 
from that built several of her great-grandkids' wooden babydoll cradles.
 It’s almost impossible to know how many quilts she made over the years 
that her family will cherish forever. 
She is survived by her children, 2 Daughters- Sheila and Roger Scheib of
 Liberal, Shari and Mike Lake of Salina and Son- Aaron and Lisa Conine 
of Dighton. 1 Brother- Max Sculley &amp; Jeanne of Coppell, TX, 10 
Grandchildren and 19 Great-Grandchildren. 
She is preceded in death by her husband, parents as well as many aunts and uncles. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Tuesday at United Methodist Church 
in Dighton with Rev A. G. Turner and Rev Julie King Dye officiating. 
Burial will be in Dighton Memorial Cemetery. Friends may call from Noon
 to 8:00 PM Monday at Boomhower Funeral Home in Dighton.

 Memorials are 
suggested to United Methodist Church or JOY Center in care of Boomhower 
Funeral Home.  Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

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 </figure>Janis Conine (Sculley) died on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at Lane County 
Hospital with family and friends by her side. She was born on June 7, 
1947, at Grisell Memorial Hospital in Ransom, KS. She was the daughter of
 John and Esther Sculley (Knauf). She married Ed Conine on August 6, 
1963, at Beeler, KS. They will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary 
this year together. 
Janis worked as a seamstress for several years when her children were 
young. Later on, she worked at Dighton Grade School as a para teacher. 
In the spring of 1983 she started working at the First National Bank of 
Dighton, where she retired after 30 years of service as head teller. 
After retirement, Janis and Ed enjoyed traveling, camping and fishing 
with family and friends. They enjoyed riding their Harley’s and went on 
several road trips with friends. Janis’s interests and hobbies included 
fishing, golfing, bowling, camping, sewing, quilting, woodworking, 
baking and bird watching. She enjoyed playing cards with the women’s 
group in Dighton, meeting for coffee in the mornings and beverages in 
the evenings to visit with friends. In the early 1980s, Janis took an 
advanced cake decorating course and after that went on to make many 
birthday, wedding and anniversary cakes for family and friends. She 
recently took a woodworking class at Garden City Community College and 
from that built several of her great-grandkids' wooden babydoll cradles.
 It’s almost impossible to know how many quilts she made over the years 
that her family will cherish forever. 
She is survived by her children, 2 Daughters- Sheila and Roger Scheib of
 Liberal, Shari and Mike Lake of Salina and Son- Aaron and Lisa Conine 
of Dighton. 1 Brother- Max Sculley &amp; Jeanne of Coppell, TX, 10 
Grandchildren and 19 Great-Grandchildren. 
She is preceded in death by her husband, parents as well as many aunts and uncles. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Tuesday at United Methodist Church 
in Dighton with Rev A. G. Turner and Rev Julie King Dye officiating. 
Burial will be in Dighton Memorial Cemetery. Friends may call from Noon
 to 8:00 PM Monday at Boomhower Funeral Home in Dighton. Memorials are 
suggested to United Methodist Church or JOY Center in care of Boomhower 
Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

Janis Conine (Sculley)

Frank Joseph Leibham passed away in Arlington, TX on 7 March 2023, 
taking his last ambulance ride as a retired EMT. Viewing services will 
be held on Friday, March 17 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home 
in Quinter, KS. Funeral mass will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic 
Chuch in Collyer, KS, Father Charlie Steiner presiding on Saturday, 
March 18 at 10:30 a.m with interment following at St. Michael’s Catholic
 Cemetery.

Frank Leibham was the first child of three, born on 29th 
November 1935 in the Catholic village of Selz, South Russia (present day
 Limanskoje, Ukraine) to ethnic German parents, Josef and Emma (Scherr) 
Leibham. He spent his first 8 years growing up along the Black Sea in 
this German-Russian community before emigrating to West Germany.

Caught in the outbreak of WWII, Frank Leibham trekked with
 his family by covered wagon to Warthegau, German occupied Poland on 
25th March 1944. In September 1944 Frank’s father, Josef Leibham was 
drafted into the German Army and ended up a prisoner of war (POW) in 
Siberia, Russia. In February 1945 Frank emigrated with his mother, 
brother, Peter and aunt, Helena Leibham from Poland to Weenzen, 
Niedersachsen, Germany. While living in Germany, he attended school; 
delivered ice blocks by bicycle in exchange for cigarettes and ice 
cream; helped his mother in the sugar beet fields; and worked as a 
bricklayer apprentice.

Frank’s family could not afford to come on their own to 
the U.S., so the Catholic Church and family helped them. At the age of 
16 he immigrated with his mother and brother, Peter, on 26th December 
1951 aboard the General S. D. Sturgis traveled from Bremerhaven, Germany
 and arrived in New Orleans, LA. They traveled by train to Collyer, KS 
where they lived with his mother’s cousins, Bernard &amp; Edith Scherr, 
as indentured servants working on the Scherr farm. He attended the 2nd 
semester of 8th grade and his freshman year of high school in Collyer, 
KS before dropping out to help support his family.

Frank moved with his mother and brother to Quinter, KS in 
October 1954. He was drafted into the U.S. Armed Forces on 13th February
 1960 where he proudly served in the 4th Infantry Division while in boot
 camp and the 3rd Infantry Division during the remainder of the two 
years he served his country. He attained the rank of E-4 corporal and 
received an honorable discharge on 13 February 1962. On 12th March 1968 
he became a naturalized American citizen.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Frank was a car lover, who accelerated into adulthood 
racing them. His 1st car was a 1931 Ford Model A, which he bought for 
$25 in 1954. On 9th September 1961 in Collyer, KS he was united in 
marriage to Martha Ziegler at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. He welcomed
 four children and celebrated 61 years of marriage with his wife.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Frank had many professions during his life. In 1961 Frank 
Leibham began a career with Midwest Energy, after 36 years he retired as
 lineman in Quinter, KS. He was one of the original members of the 
Quinter Volunteer Ambulance Service formed in 1972 and was an active 
member until 2008. He served on the Quinter School Board for 8 years and
 the Quinter Volunteer Fire Department for 30 years, being Fire Chief 
from 1987 to 1991. He served on the Quinter City Council from 1995 to 
2001. He was named Quinter, KS Citizen of the Year in March 2000. In 
July 2008 Frank and his wife, Martha relocated to Arlington, TX to be 
near family.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Wendelin Josef 
Leibham (1942), maternal grandmother, Elisabeth (Schumacher) Scherr 
(1945), father, Josef Leibham (1985), mother, Emma (Scherr) Leibham 
(1996), and brother, Peter Joseph Leibham (2020).

He is survived by his wife, Martha; four children, Joseph 
(Linda) Leibham, Medicine Lodge, KS; James (Patricia) Leibham, 
Mansfield, TX; Judy (Doug) Ehrhardt, Arlington, TX; and Jeff (Janella) 
Leibham, Salina, KS. Thirteen grandchildren, J.J. Blackwill, Carroll, 
IA; Clancy Leibham, Garden Plains, KS; Roxie Ayres, Galva, KS; Kendra 
Rouse, Frisco, TX; Kristina Pavlovic, Salt Lake City, UT; Marty Leibham,
 Medicine Lodge, KS; Katie Kasdorf, Nashville, TN; Daniel Ehrhardt, 
stationed in Japan; Caleb Ayres, Salina, KS; Laura Landwehr, Sharon, KS;
 Nicole Johnson, Arlington, TX; Nathan Leibham, Medicine Lodge, KS; and 
James Leibham II, Mansfield, TX; and 20 (soon to be 23) great 
grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. All held him in the 
highest regard and loved him dearly.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage of Our 
Forefathers (St. Michael’s Church, Collyer, KS) or the Quinter Ambulance
 Service.

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 </figure>Frank Joseph Leibham passed away in Arlington, TX on 7 March 2023, 
taking his last ambulance ride as a retired EMT. Viewing services will 
be held on Friday, March 17 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home 
in Quinter, KS. Funeral mass will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic 
Chuch in Collyer, KS, Father Charlie Steiner presiding on Saturday, 
March 18 at 10:30 a.m with interment following at St. Michael’s Catholic
 Cemetery.Frank Leibham was the first child of three, born on 29th 
November 1935 in the Catholic village of Selz, South Russia (present day
 Limanskoje, Ukraine) to ethnic German parents, Josef and Emma (Scherr) 
Leibham. He spent his first 8 years growing up along the Black Sea in 
this German-Russian community before emigrating to West Germany.Caught in the outbreak of WWII, Frank Leibham trekked with
 his family by covered wagon to Warthegau, German occupied Poland on 
25th March 1944. In September 1944 Frank’s father, Josef Leibham was 
drafted into the German Army and ended up a prisoner of war (POW) in 
Siberia, Russia. In February 1945 Frank emigrated with his mother, 
brother, Peter and aunt, Helena Leibham from Poland to Weenzen, 
Niedersachsen, Germany. While living in Germany, he attended school; 
delivered ice blocks by bicycle in exchange for cigarettes and ice 
cream; helped his mother in the sugar beet fields; and worked as a 
bricklayer apprentice.Frank’s family could not afford to come on their own to 
the U.S., so the Catholic Church and family helped them. At the age of 
16 he immigrated with his mother and brother, Peter, on 26th December 
1951 aboard the General S. D. Sturgis traveled from Bremerhaven, Germany
 and arrived in New Orleans, LA. They traveled by train to Collyer, KS 
where they lived with his mother’s cousins, Bernard &amp; Edith Scherr, 
as indentured servants working on the Scherr farm. He attended the 2nd 
semester of 8th grade and his freshman year of high school in Collyer, 
KS before dropping out to help support his family.Frank moved with his mother and brother to Quinter, KS in 
October 1954. He was drafted into the U.S. Armed Forces on 13th February
 1960 where he proudly served in the 4th Infantry Division while in boot
 camp and the 3rd Infantry Division during the remainder of the two 
years he served his country. He attained the rank of E-4 corporal and 
received an honorable discharge on 13 February 1962. On 12th March 1968 
he became a naturalized American citizen.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Frank was a car lover, who accelerated into adulthood 
racing them. His 1st car was a 1931 Ford Model A, which he bought for 
$25 in 1954. On 9th September 1961 in Collyer, KS he was united in 
marriage to Martha Ziegler at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. He welcomed
 four children and celebrated 61 years of marriage with his wife.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Frank had many professions during his life. In 1961 Frank 
Leibham began a career with Midwest Energy, after 36 years he retired as
 lineman in Quinter, KS. He was one of the original members of the 
Quinter Volunteer Ambulance Service formed in 1972 and was an active 
member until 2008. He served on the Quinter School Board for 8 years and
 the Quinter Volunteer Fire Department for 30 years, being Fire Chief 
from 1987 to 1991. He served on the Quinter City Council from 1995 to 
2001. He was named Quinter, KS Citizen of the Year in March 2000. In 
July 2008 Frank and his wife, Martha relocated to Arlington, TX to be 
near family.He was preceded in death by his brother, Wendelin Josef 
Leibham (1942), maternal grandmother, Elisabeth (Schumacher) Scherr 
(1945), father, Josef Leibham (1985), mother, Emma (Scherr) Leibham 
(1996), and brother, Peter Joseph Leibham (2020).He is survived by his wife, Martha; four children, Joseph 
(Linda) Leibham, Medicine Lodge, KS; James (Patricia) Leibham, 
Mansfield, TX; Judy (Doug) Ehrhardt, Arlington, TX; and Jeff (Janella) 
Leibham, Salina, KS. Thirteen grandchildren, J.J. Blackwill, Carroll, 
IA; Clancy Leibham, Garden Plains, KS; Roxie Ayres, Galva, KS; Kendra 
Rouse, Frisco, TX; Kristina Pavlovic, Salt Lake City, UT; Marty Leibham,
 Medicine Lodge, KS; Katie Kasdorf, Nashville, TN; Daniel Ehrhardt, 
stationed in Japan; Caleb Ayres, Salina, KS; Laura Landwehr, Sharon, KS;
 Nicole Johnson, Arlington, TX; Nathan Leibham, Medicine Lodge, KS; and 
James Leibham II, Mansfield, TX; and 20 (soon to be 23) great 
grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. All held him in the 
highest regard and loved him dearly.Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage of Our 
Forefathers (St. Michael’s Church, Collyer, KS) or the Quinter Ambulance
 Service.

Frank Joseph Leibham

Carla was born Carla Mae Conroy on September 26, 1939, in Atchison KS.
 She spent most of her childhood in Wichita KS, then attended Kansas 
State University in Manhattan, KS. In July of 1959, she married Vacil 
Ivan Sullens Jr. They had two children, Vicky and Juli.

Carla and Vacil spent almost all of their married life in the Kansas 
City area. After Vacil passed away in 2007, Carla moved to Frisco, TX to
 be near her daughter Juli and her husband Larry. After her health 
deteriorated, she moved to assisted living in Plano.

Over the years, Carla served as manager of a test preparation center 
and a realtor. Later, she and Vacil ran a vending business together. She
 excelled at the arts, including painting, crafting and needlework. She 
traveled to Ireland, Alaska, Hawaii, Europe and took many Caribbean 
cruises. She loved scuba diving, movies, especially the Harry Potter films, and would never refuse a good hamburger, ice cream or a Diet Coke.

Carla was preceded in death by her husband Vacil, her parents, Carl 
and Jo Conroy, and her sister Jane Memmer. 

She is survived by her 
daughter Vicky, her husband Richard Bruner and their children Jonathan 
and his wife Kelli, Sean, Ian, and Rhyanna Reilly and her husband Conor,
 her daughter Juli and her husband Larry, and her niece Jody Masters and
 her husband Mike Borin. Carla was also blessed with great-grandchildren
 Jordan, Patrick, Elora and Lincoln.

A funeral mass will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 10 a.m. at 
St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, Salina, KS 67401.

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 </figure>Carla was born Carla Mae Conroy on September 26, 1939, in Atchison KS.
 She spent most of her childhood in Wichita KS, then attended Kansas 
State University in Manhattan, KS. In July of 1959, she married Vacil 
Ivan Sullens Jr. They had two children, Vicky and Juli.Carla and Vacil spent almost all of their married life in the Kansas 
City area. After Vacil passed away in 2007, Carla moved to Frisco, TX to
 be near her daughter Juli and her husband Larry. After her health 
deteriorated, she moved to assisted living in Plano.Over the years, Carla served as manager of a test preparation center 
and a realtor. Later, she and Vacil ran a vending business together. She
 excelled at the arts, including painting, crafting and needlework. She 
traveled to Ireland, Alaska, Hawaii, Europe and took many Caribbean 
cruises. She loved scuba diving, movies, especially the Harry Potter films, and would never refuse a good hamburger, ice cream or a Diet Coke.Carla was preceded in death by her husband Vacil, her parents, Carl 
and Jo Conroy, and her sister Jane Memmer. She is survived by her 
daughter Vicky, her husband Richard Bruner and their children Jonathan 
and his wife Kelli, Sean, Ian, and Rhyanna Reilly and her husband Conor,
 her daughter Juli and her husband Larry, and her niece Jody Masters and
 her husband Mike Borin. Carla was also blessed with great-grandchildren
 Jordan, Patrick, Elora and Lincoln.A funeral mass will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 10 a.m. at 
St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, Salina, KS 67401.

Carla Sullens

Earl James Decker of Newton, KS passed away on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023. He was born to Harry Decker and Susie Smith Decker on August 29th, 1936, in Hillsboro, KS.

Earl graduated from Roxbury High School in 1954.&nbsp; He helped on his father’s farm until 1960 when he moved to Newton, KS.&nbsp; He worked construction until he became a self-employed finish carpenter up until his retirement.&nbsp;

In 1965, Earl married Sharon Clark in Newton, KS.&nbsp; They had two sons, Brendan, and Jarrod.

Earl was an avid Kansas City Royals and KU basketball fan. As a cancer survivor, Earl was very active with Relay for Life for a number of years.

Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Susie Decker and Stepmother, Verna Decker.&nbsp; His siblings, Norma, John, Carolyn, and Merlin.

Earl is survived by his wife, Sharon; son, Brendan Decker of Saint Joseph, MO; son, Jarrod Decker and fiancé, Andrea Wasinger of both Newton and Hutchinson, KS; sister, Jaraine Redger of Newton, KS; and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held in his honor on Friday, March 10, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at Broadway Colonial Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow at Restlawn Gardens of Memory.

Memorials may be sent to the First United Methodist Church of Newton or left with the funeral home.

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 </figure>Earl James Decker of Newton, KS passed away on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023. He was born to Harry Decker and Susie Smith Decker on August 29th, 1936, in Hillsboro, KS.Earl graduated from Roxbury High School in 1954.&nbsp; He helped on his father’s farm until 1960 when he moved to Newton, KS.&nbsp; He worked construction until he became a self-employed finish carpenter up until his retirement.&nbsp;In 1965, Earl married Sharon Clark in Newton, KS.&nbsp; They had two sons, Brendan, and Jarrod.Earl was an avid Kansas City Royals and KU basketball fan. As a cancer survivor, Earl was very active with Relay for Life for a number of years.Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Susie Decker and Stepmother, Verna Decker.&nbsp; His siblings, Norma, John, Carolyn, and Merlin.Earl is survived by his wife, Sharon; son, Brendan Decker of Saint Joseph, MO; son, Jarrod Decker and fiancé, Andrea Wasinger of both Newton and Hutchinson, KS; sister, Jaraine Redger of Newton, KS; and many nieces and nephews.A Memorial Service will be held in his honor on Friday, March 10, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at Broadway Colonial Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow at Restlawn Gardens of Memory.Memorials may be sent to the First United Methodist Church of Newton or left with the funeral home.

Earl James Decker

Cynthia Gail Gilger, 44 of Emporia, Kansas, died Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at her home.

Cindy was born December 25, 1978, in Salina, Kansas, the daughter of 
Donald Dean and Laura Joyce (Ford) Gilger. She received her Bachelor of 
Science in Psychology and her Master of Science in Psychology from 
Emporia State University. Cindy loved her dogs and playing games with 
her friends and family.

Cindy is survived by her parents, brother Eric Gilger and wife Lesley
 of Emporia, nephew Christopher Gilger and niece Breanna Smith and 
husband Garrison. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Clarence
 and Lela Gilger, and Richard and Redora Ford.

Cremation is planned. Graveside services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, 
March 18, 2023, at the Patio Garden in Memorial Lawn Cemetery in Emporia.
 Pastor Rick Grossenbacher of the Calvary Baptist Church in Emporia will
 be officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Emporia Animal Shelter and sent in care of Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Cynthia Gail Gilger, 44 of Emporia, Kansas, died Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at her home.Cindy was born December 25, 1978, in Salina, Kansas, the daughter of 
Donald Dean and Laura Joyce (Ford) Gilger. She received her Bachelor of 
Science in Psychology and her Master of Science in Psychology from 
Emporia State University. Cindy loved her dogs and playing games with 
her friends and family.Cindy is survived by her parents, brother Eric Gilger and wife Lesley
 of Emporia, nephew Christopher Gilger and niece Breanna Smith and 
husband Garrison. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Clarence
 and Lela Gilger, and Richard and Redora Ford.Cremation is planned. Graveside services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, 
March 18, 2023, at the Patio Garden in Memorial Lawn Cemetery in Emporia.
 Pastor Rick Grossenbacher of the Calvary Baptist Church in Emporia will
 be officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the Emporia Animal Shelter and sent in care of Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home.

Cynthia Gail Gilger

Chester Glen 'Chet' Peterson, rural Lindsborg

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Chester Glen “Chet” Peterson, 96, of rural Lindsborg, died Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at his home.  Chet was born August 25, 1926, in McPherson, KS to the late Alfred and the late Esther (Bengtson) Peterson. 

 Chet’s childhood home was located between Lindsborg and Falun. He lived and farmed between those communities for the rest of his life.

Chet attended White Rose one-room school and Falun High School.  He graduated from Lindsborg High School and attended a semester of college at Ft. Hays State University. 

 He left college because earning $1 an hour at Leaf’s Motor Company as a mechanic was good money in 1946. In 1947 he was hired by Dauer Implement International Harvester dealership  in Falun as a mechanic, earning $1.25 an hour. He served in the U.S. Air Force towards the end of World War II. 

Chet married Jeanette G. Lefebvre on February 11, 1955, at Mentor, KS. Chet and Jeanette recently celebrated their 68th anniversary.  In October, 2017, they had the honor of being Hyllningsfest King and Queen. 

Chet was a lifetime member of Bethany Lutheran Church.  (His parents were married at Bethany Church after a Sunday service in 1925.)  Chet’s passion was history of the church and its archives, as well as repairs and upkeep of the church building with creative solutions.  He also served on the church board and taught Sunday School.

Chet was a farmer, mechanic, rural mail carrier, co-owner of Valley Equipment International Harvester dealership in Lindsborg, and a board member of several civic organizations including Lions Club, Smoky Valley Historical Association, Elving School, district 38, Rose Hill-Bridgeport Cemetery, and Saline County Planning and Zoning. He was a pioneer in soil conservation in the area and embraced no-till farming and terracing to avoid erosion and soil loss. He was very involved in the Saline County Conservation District.&nbsp;

Chet, known as Morfar and Farfar to his grandchildren, could fix anything and loved to do it. Resourcefulness came from living through the depression. For example, as a young man his tractor didn’t have PTO, so he mounted the engine from his family’s abandoned car on the tongue of his pull-type combine to power it.

Survivors include his wife Jeanette, of the home; Trudy Stula (Bob) of Leawood, KS, Bruce Peterson (Kristi), Norman Peterson (Kathy) and Karna Peterson (Erik), all of Lindsborg; sister Virginia Glover (Morris) of Bethpage, TN; 19 grandchildren; three great-granddaughters; and numerous extended family members and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Church or the Smoky Valley Historical Association in care of the of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

<h2>Chester Glen 'Chet' Peterson, rural Lindsborg</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://crick-christiansfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/1047/Chet-Peterson/obituary.html#tribute-start">https://crick-christiansfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/1047/Chet-Peterson/obituary.html#tribute-start</a>August 25, 1926 - March 8, 2023Chester Glen “Chet” Peterson, 96, of rural Lindsborg, died Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at his home. Chet was born August 25, 1926, in McPherson, KS to the late Alfred and the late Esther (Bengtson) Peterson. Chet’s childhood home was located between Lindsborg and Falun. He lived and farmed between those communities for the rest of his life.Chet attended White Rose one-room school and Falun High School. He graduated from Lindsborg High School and attended a semester of college at Ft. Hays State University. He left college because earning $1 an hour at Leaf’s Motor Company as a mechanic was good money in 1946. In 1947 he was hired by Dauer Implement International Harvester dealership in Falun as a mechanic, earning $1.25 an hour. He served in the U.S. Air Force towards the end of World War II. Chet married Jeanette G. Lefebvre on February 11, 1955, at Mentor, KS. Chet and Jeanette recently celebrated their 68th anniversary. In October, 2017, they had the honor of being Hyllningsfest King and Queen. Chet was a lifetime member of Bethany Lutheran Church. (His parents were married at Bethany Church after a Sunday service in 1925.) Chet’s passion was history of the church and its archives, as well as repairs and upkeep of the church building with creative solutions. He also served on the church board and taught Sunday School.Chet was a farmer, mechanic, rural mail carrier, co-owner of Valley Equipment International Harvester dealership in Lindsborg, and a board member of several civic organizations including Lions Club, Smoky Valley Historical Association, Elving School, district 38, Rose Hill-Bridgeport Cemetery, and Saline County Planning and Zoning. He was a pioneer in soil conservation in the area and embraced no-till farming and terracing to avoid erosion and soil loss. He was very involved in the Saline County Conservation District.&nbsp;Chet, known as Morfar and Farfar to his grandchildren, could fix anything and loved to do it. Resourcefulness came from living through the depression. For example, as a young man his tractor didn’t have PTO, so he mounted the engine from his family’s abandoned car on the tongue of his pull-type combine to power it.Survivors include his wife Jeanette, of the home; Trudy Stula (Bob) of Leawood, KS, Bruce Peterson (Kristi), Norman Peterson (Kathy) and Karna Peterson (Erik), all of Lindsborg; sister Virginia Glover (Morris) of Bethpage, TN; 19 grandchildren; three great-granddaughters; and numerous extended family members and friends.Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Church or the Smoky Valley Historical Association in care of the of Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Chester Glen 'Chet' Peterson

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Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hunter. Visitation will be from 1-7 p.m. with family present from 5-6 p.m. Monday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the Trinity Lutheran Church.

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<h2>John Schneider, Hunter</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/john-schneider">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/john-schneider</a>September 26, 1950 - March 8, 2023Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Hunter. Visitation will be from 1-7 p.m. with family present from 5-6 p.m. Monday at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the Trinity Lutheran Church.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;John Schneider, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/john-schneider/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

John Schneider

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Lois Ann (Claycamp) Blass was born the eldest of six children to Emil and Inez (Diers) Claycamp on January 16, 1934 in Hunter, Kansas. She passed peacefully at her home on March 7, 2023 at the age of 89 years, 1 month, and 19 days. She was looking forward to joining her husband, children, and other family members in God’s kingdom.

On November 18, 1950 she was united in marriage with Jim Blass. Seven children were born to this union, Terry, Pat, Mike, Brenda, Barb, Joe, and George.

Lois always worked outside the home, as well as being a dedicated wife and mother. Lois was a friend to everyone. She was very patient with lots of good advice.

She was the glue that held the family together. She made sure that her family would eat, play, and laugh together. Lois loved getting the family together for reunions. She always made sure there was plenty of good food, as she was an excellent cook.

Lois was preceded in death by her husband (Jim) Blass; her parents Emil and Inez Claycamp; her siblings Kathy Rines, Wilbur Claycamp, Louella Brunner, and Darrell Claycamp; daughter Pat Weidenhaft; son George Blass; grandson, Tanner Blass; and infant granddaughter Mulder.

Lois is survived by her loving children, Terry (Dan) Mulder of Phillipsburg, son-in-law Joe Weidenhaft of Stockton, Mike (Chris) Blass of Beloit, Brenda (Jim) Tietjens of Glen Elder, Barb (Bob) Broughton of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Joe (Von) Blass of Santee, California; sister Leota (Bill) McCarthy of Manhattan; 18 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.

She would want this as a celebration of her life, not sorrow for her death.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, March 17 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2-7 p.m. with family present from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at the funeral home. The casket will remain closed. 

Memorials may be given to the Mitchell County Food Pantry or the Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.

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<h2>Lois Blass, Beloit</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/lois-blass">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/lois-blass</a>January 16, 1934 - March 7, 2023Lois Ann (Claycamp) Blass was born the eldest of six children to Emil and Inez (Diers) Claycamp on January 16, 1934 in Hunter, Kansas. She passed peacefully at her home on March 7, 2023 at the age of 89 years, 1 month, and 19 days. She was looking forward to joining her husband, children, and other family members in God’s kingdom.On November 18, 1950 she was united in marriage with Jim Blass. Seven children were born to this union, Terry, Pat, Mike, Brenda, Barb, Joe, and George.Lois always worked outside the home, as well as being a dedicated wife and mother. Lois was a friend to everyone. She was very patient with lots of good advice.She was the glue that held the family together. She made sure that her family would eat, play, and laugh together. Lois loved getting the family together for reunions. She always made sure there was plenty of good food, as she was an excellent cook.Lois was preceded in death by her husband (Jim) Blass; her parents Emil and Inez Claycamp; her siblings Kathy Rines, Wilbur Claycamp, Louella Brunner, and Darrell Claycamp; daughter Pat Weidenhaft; son George Blass; grandson, Tanner Blass; and infant granddaughter Mulder.Lois is survived by her loving children, Terry (Dan) Mulder of Phillipsburg, son-in-law Joe Weidenhaft of Stockton, Mike (Chris) Blass of Beloit, Brenda (Jim) Tietjens of Glen Elder, Barb (Bob) Broughton of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Joe (Von) Blass of Santee, California; sister Leota (Bill) McCarthy of Manhattan; 18 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.She would want this as a celebration of her life, not sorrow for her death.Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, March 17 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2-7 p.m. with family present from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at the funeral home. The casket will remain closed. Memorials may be given to the Mitchell County Food Pantry or the Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Lois Blass, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/lois-blass/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Lois Blass

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SALINA Audrey’s life began on December 13, 1925, in Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She is the daughter of Tony “T’B.” Colvin and Eva Mae (Berg) Colvin.&nbsp;

 She is a graduate of Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; 

She was united in marriage to Alva Hysom on June 19, 1943, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Thus began a wonderful and loving relationship blessed with four children,&nbsp; Sue, who joined the Lord November 15, 2021, Steve, Sandy and Jerry. They were always teasing over who Mom loved the most. 

Audrey was a homemaker most of her life except for a few years that she worked at McCoy’s Bookstore.&nbsp; She was also called to be a pastor’s wife and was active at several churches that Alva pastored as a United Methodist minister.&nbsp; But if the truth be told, she was the quiet strength in Al’s ministry. Her life exemplified compassionate Christian love to all she met. 

Audrey’s greatest joy was her family which includes her children Steve (Arlene) Hysom of El Dorado, Hysom of Wichita and Jerry Hysom of Salina; grandchildren Cindy Vargas, Sandy (Tom) Lampo, Tim (Nicole) Utterback, Amy (Jeff) Belden, Beth (Bob) Hysom-Strandberg, Cheri Summers and Jamie (Brian) Morales; great-grandchildren Chantal (Adam) Rasnic, Chelsea (Dylan) Lefort, Makayla Vargas (fiancé Christian), Keagan Lampo, Kailey (Brandon) Moen, Racheal (Andrew) Cooper, Cierra (Stephen) Hinwood, Sadie (Jonathan) Utterback, Ella Utterback, Evelyn Utterback, Jamison, Taylor (Michael) Montgomery, Bryant (Mariah) Belden, Ariel Strandberg, Jacob Strandberg, Anya Summers, and great-great-grandchildren Aylah, Kasyn, Maeve, Austin, Aliyah, Bradleigh, Beckett, Rhyatt, Brooklyn, Creighton, Aaron, Emberly, Genevieve, Sophia, Moyza. &nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Sue Ellen Utterback and two brothers.&nbsp; 

Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Kanopolis United Methodist Church for her memorial service.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in the Kanopolis Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Memorial contributions in Audrey’s name may be directed to the Kanopolis United Methodist Church where her husband’s ministry began.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the family.&nbsp; 

Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Audrey at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/audrey-hysom">https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries/audrey-hysom</a>December 13, 1925 - March 7, 2023SALINA Audrey’s life began on December 13, 1925, in Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She is the daughter of Tony “T’B.” Colvin and Eva Mae (Berg) Colvin.&nbsp; She is a graduate of Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Alva Hysom on June 19, 1943, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Thus began a wonderful and loving relationship blessed with four children,&nbsp; Sue, who joined the Lord November 15, 2021, Steve, Sandy and Jerry. They were always teasing over who Mom loved the most. Audrey was a homemaker most of her life except for a few years that she worked at McCoy’s Bookstore.&nbsp; She was also called to be a pastor’s wife and was active at several churches that Alva pastored as a United Methodist minister.&nbsp; But if the truth be told, she was the quiet strength in Al’s ministry. Her life exemplified compassionate Christian love to all she met. Audrey’s greatest joy was her family which includes her children Steve (Arlene) Hysom of El Dorado, Hysom of Wichita and Jerry Hysom of Salina; grandchildren Cindy Vargas, Sandy (Tom) Lampo, Tim (Nicole) Utterback, Amy (Jeff) Belden, Beth (Bob) Hysom-Strandberg, Cheri Summers and Jamie (Brian) Morales; great-grandchildren Chantal (Adam) Rasnic, Chelsea (Dylan) Lefort, Makayla Vargas (fiancé Christian), Keagan Lampo, Kailey (Brandon) Moen, Racheal (Andrew) Cooper, Cierra (Stephen) Hinwood, Sadie (Jonathan) Utterback, Ella Utterback, Evelyn Utterback, Jamison, Taylor (Michael) Montgomery, Bryant (Mariah) Belden, Ariel Strandberg, Jacob Strandberg, Anya Summers, and great-great-grandchildren Aylah, Kasyn, Maeve, Austin, Aliyah, Bradleigh, Beckett, Rhyatt, Brooklyn, Creighton, Aaron, Emberly, Genevieve, Sophia, Moyza. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Sue Ellen Utterback and two brothers.&nbsp; Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Kanopolis United Methodist Church for her memorial service.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in the Kanopolis Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Audrey’s name may be directed to the Kanopolis United Methodist Church where her husband’s ministry began.&nbsp;&nbsp;Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion, is serving the family.&nbsp; Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Audrey at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/eadc848b-e89e-4b0b-92c0-a98e41278567" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Audrey M Hysom, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/eadc848b-e89e-4b0b-92c0-a98e41278567" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Edna A. Pientka passed into the arms of Jesus March 8th at Salina Reginal Hospital, surrounded by family. She was born June 19th, 1934 near Garden City Kansas to Anton and Mary (Wassinger)&nbsp;Werth.

Edna was the youngest of 15 children. Her father died in the 1936 dust storms. 

The family moved to Salina at the beginning of Edna’s fourth grade, where she met her lifelong friend Mavis (Sandquist) Davis. 

Edna attended school through Sacred Heart High School, working part time at St. John’s Hospital from eighth grade until marriage.

Edna married John Pientka on November 22nd, 1952. All of their married life was spent in Abilene. John passed away February 23rd, 2018. 

Edna worked at the Duckwall office, for the Catholic bishop in Salina, Kansas Power and Light, and Kansas Gas Service doing secretarial work. Edna was active in her Church, D of I, Quilt Guild, Hospice and many, many volunteer activities during her lifetime. Edna loved deeply and was deeply loved by many. She will be missed.

Edna is survived by son, Steve (Sherilyn Brandt) of Abilene, four daughters, Connie Blodgett of Topeka, Jane (Jeff) Rufener of Abilene, Cecilia (Jay) Junghans of Topeka, Deanna (Doug) Niles of Topeka; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at St. Andrews Catholic Church from 10:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 14th. A luncheon will follow at the St. Andrews Catholic School Gymnasium. A private family burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.

The family suggests memorial contributions to be given to the St. Andrews Catholic Church or St. Andrews Catholic School. Memorials may be dropped off the of the service or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410. 

Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>June 19th, 1934 - March 8th, 2023Edna A. Pientka passed into the arms of Jesus March 8th at Salina Reginal Hospital, surrounded by family. She was born June 19th, 1934 near Garden City Kansas to Anton and Mary (Wassinger)&nbsp;Werth.Edna was the youngest of 15 children. Her father died in the 1936 dust storms. The family moved to Salina at the beginning of Edna’s fourth grade, where she met her lifelong friend Mavis (Sandquist) Davis. Edna attended school through Sacred Heart High School, working part time at St. John’s Hospital from eighth grade until marriage. Edna married John Pientka on November 22nd, 1952. All of their married life was spent in Abilene. John passed away February 23rd, 2018. Edna worked at the Duckwall office, for the Catholic bishop in Salina, Kansas Power and Light, and Kansas Gas Service doing secretarial work. Edna was active in her Church, D of I, Quilt Guild, Hospice and many, many volunteer activities during her lifetime. Edna loved deeply and was deeply loved by many. She will be missed.Edna is survived by son, Steve (Sherilyn Brandt) of Abilene, four daughters, Connie Blodgett of Topeka, Jane (Jeff) Rufener of Abilene, Cecilia (Jay) Junghans of Topeka, Deanna (Doug) Niles of Topeka; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at St. Andrews Catholic Church from 10:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 14th. A luncheon will follow at the St. Andrews Catholic School Gymnasium. A private family burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. The family suggests memorial contributions to be given to the St. Andrews Catholic Church or St. Andrews Catholic School. Memorials may be dropped off the of the service or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edna A. Pientka

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HOPE - Theresa (Kandt) Lorson, 93, of rural Hope, died Wed., March 8, 2023 at Via Christi, Manhattan surrounded by family. She was born on the family farm in the Shady Brook Community, rural Herington, Kansas to Heinrich Victor Edward and Sophia (Stroda) Kandt. 

She attended the Union District 18 country school and graduated from Woodbine High School where she excelled in track, specialized in speech and journalism, and graduated as salutatorian, class of 1947. 

After graduation, she worked for six months as a maid in the Junction City Hospital, followed by working two years in payroll and merchandise accounting at United Utilities in Abilene.

On October 15, 1949, she was united in marriage to Paul Lorson at St. John Catholic Church in Herington. He preceded her in death June 13, 2002. 

After marriage, they lived their entire lives on their farm near Hope. They were inseparable and loved to dance, fish, hunt, and travel together. They also worked side by side in almost everything including fixing fences, planting, and harvesting crops, working with the sheep before switching to cattle. Paul was an electrician and together they owned and operated Lorson Electric where, for many years, they also manufactured Handy-Dandy welders and shipped them throughout the U.S. 

Manufacturing began in their farm shop where they worked every chance between farming duties and late into the night building the welders after putting the kids to bed. After moving the shop into Hope and hiring more help, she served only as the secretary and treasurer for the electric and welder business. They also raised registered black German Shepherd dogs for many years, shipping them all over the U.S., many for placement in sheriff and police departments. Theresa was a Tupperware dealer for five years, during which she was once named ‘Dealer of the Year.’ She drove a 45-passenger school bus for Hope Rural Vista School District 481 for eighteen years, owned and operated the Hope Laundromat for nineteen years and was a National Weather Service observer for twenty years. Lastly, from July, 1991 thru December, 2020, she was an assistant at the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Hope.

In December, 1953, she was chosen to represent Hope, Kansas on Bob Hope’s first television “Christmas Special” in Hollywood, California, along with four other young ladies from towns named Hope in other states. With all expenses paid by the JELLO company, Theresa, Paul, and three-month old infant, flew to Hollywood for a week to sightsee, have dinner with Bob Hope and his wife, Dolores, and prepare for attending the show, returning home in time for Christmas. At the time, the television dealer owned the only TV in Hope, Kansas, so anyone who wanted to watch the program traveled to friends’ and relatives’ homes elsewhere who had television sets.

Theresa was an active member of St. Philip Catholic Church, Altar Society, National Council of Catholic Women, Young Farm Wives and Hope Community Historical Association. She was one of the historians for St. Phillip Catholic Church and sang in the choir. In 1986, she co-compiled the more than 200-page book on the history of Hope entitled “A Century of Hope.” She also enjoyed various writing styles and opportunities ranging from creating readings presented by her children at school contests to articles for local newspapers.

 Through it all, Theresa’s family always came first.

Survivors are three sons, Phillip Lorson, Hope; Eric Lorson, Salina; Barry Lorson, Hope; five daughters, Rita (Joseph) Sutcliffe, Firestone, Colorado; Sheila (Lanny) Mai, Wichita; Denise (Rex) Sageser, Wichita; Diana (Dennis) Okruhlik, Topeka; Maria (Clyde) Harmon, Lenexa; two brothers, Keith (Elsie) Kandt, Lindsborg; Robert (Alicia) Kandt, Wichita; sister-in-law, Joan Kandt, Wichita; 20 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Also preceding her in death were her parents, daughter-in-law Debra, three brothers, Edward, Elmer and Kenneth Kandt, sisters, Berneice DeWitt and Arlene McWhirter, brothers-in-law Dennis DeWitt and Eugene McWhirter, and sister-in-law Alo Jean Kandt.

Following cremation, a rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Philip Catholic Church – Hope at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023, with Fr. George Chalbhagam and Fr. Peter O’Donnell officiating. Burial will be in St. Philip Cemetery, Hope followed by family visitation at the Hope Catholic Hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Philip Cemetery, St. Philip Catholic Church, Catholic Charities, or donor’s choice.

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<h2>Theresa Lorson, rural Hope</h2><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Theresa-Lorson?obId=27474446#/obituaryInfo">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/Theresa-Lorson?obId=27474446#/obituaryInfo</a>HOPE - Theresa (Kandt) Lorson, 93, of rural Hope, died Wed., March 8, 2023 at Via Christi, Manhattan surrounded by family. She was born on the family farm in the Shady Brook Community, rural Herington, Kansas to Heinrich Victor Edward and Sophia (Stroda) Kandt. She attended the Union District 18 country school and graduated from Woodbine High School where she excelled in track, specialized in speech and journalism, and graduated as salutatorian, class of 1947. After graduation, she worked for six months as a maid in the Junction City Hospital, followed by working two years in payroll and merchandise accounting at United Utilities in Abilene.On October 15, 1949, she was united in marriage to Paul Lorson at St. John Catholic Church in Herington. He preceded her in death June 13, 2002. After marriage, they lived their entire lives on their farm near Hope. They were inseparable and loved to dance, fish, hunt, and travel together. They also worked side by side in almost everything including fixing fences, planting, and harvesting crops, working with the sheep before switching to cattle. Paul was an electrician and together they owned and operated Lorson Electric where, for many years, they also manufactured Handy-Dandy welders and shipped them throughout the U.S. Manufacturing began in their farm shop where they worked every chance between farming duties and late into the night building the welders after putting the kids to bed. After moving the shop into Hope and hiring more help, she served only as the secretary and treasurer for the electric and welder business. They also raised registered black German Shepherd dogs for many years, shipping them all over the U.S., many for placement in sheriff and police departments. Theresa was a Tupperware dealer for five years, during which she was once named ‘Dealer of the Year.’ She drove a 45-passenger school bus for Hope Rural Vista School District 481 for eighteen years, owned and operated the Hope Laundromat for nineteen years and was a National Weather Service observer for twenty years. Lastly, from July, 1991 thru December, 2020, she was an assistant at the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Hope.In December, 1953, she was chosen to represent Hope, Kansas on Bob Hope’s first television “Christmas Special” in Hollywood, California, along with four other young ladies from towns named Hope in other states. With all expenses paid by the JELLO company, Theresa, Paul, and three-month old infant, flew to Hollywood for a week to sightsee, have dinner with Bob Hope and his wife, Dolores, and prepare for attending the show, returning home in time for Christmas. At the time, the television dealer owned the only TV in Hope, Kansas, so anyone who wanted to watch the program traveled to friends’ and relatives’ homes elsewhere who had television sets.Theresa was an active member of St. Philip Catholic Church, Altar Society, National Council of Catholic Women, Young Farm Wives and Hope Community Historical Association. She was one of the historians for St. Phillip Catholic Church and sang in the choir. In 1986, she co-compiled the more than 200-page book on the history of Hope entitled “A Century of Hope.” She also enjoyed various writing styles and opportunities ranging from creating readings presented by her children at school contests to articles for local newspapers. Through it all, Theresa’s family always came first.Survivors are three sons, Phillip Lorson, Hope; Eric Lorson, Salina; Barry Lorson, Hope; five daughters, Rita (Joseph) Sutcliffe, Firestone, Colorado; Sheila (Lanny) Mai, Wichita; Denise (Rex) Sageser, Wichita; Diana (Dennis) Okruhlik, Topeka; Maria (Clyde) Harmon, Lenexa; two brothers, Keith (Elsie) Kandt, Lindsborg; Robert (Alicia) Kandt, Wichita; sister-in-law, Joan Kandt, Wichita; 20 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Also preceding her in death were her parents, daughter-in-law Debra, three brothers, Edward, Elmer and Kenneth Kandt, sisters, Berneice DeWitt and Arlene McWhirter, brothers-in-law Dennis DeWitt and Eugene McWhirter, and sister-in-law Alo Jean Kandt.Following cremation, a rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Philip Catholic Church – Hope at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023, with Fr. George Chalbhagam and Fr. Peter O’Donnell officiating. Burial will be in St. Philip Cemetery, Hope followed by family visitation at the Hope Catholic Hall.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Philip Cemetery, St. Philip Catholic Church, Catholic Charities, or donor’s choice.To send flowers to the family of Theresa, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27474446&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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LINCOLN Lyle William Hair, 87, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Wichita, KS. He was born March 31, 1935, in Britton, SD to Lyle Wilbert Hair and Dorothy Eva (Schulenburg) Hair.

Lyle married Patricia Chard in Lincoln, KS on June 17, 1956. After a twenty-year distinguished career in the United States Air Force, having served overseas in the Vietnam War and earning the distinguished Flying Cross, Lyle retired from military service to become a barber serving the Lincoln community. 

He was a member of the Lincoln VFW Post 7928, the Lincoln Community Church, and the NRA.

Lyle is survived by his wife Patricia of Lincoln; sons Omar Hair (Carol) of Lincoln and Karl Hair of Salina, KS; daughters Patricia Nelson and Kathy Nelson both of Lincoln; daughter-in-law Anna Hair of Washington, KS; grandchildren Michael and David Hair, William Evans, Jacob Scholer, Jonathan and Joel Nelson, and Jaci Williams; great-grandchildren Lyle, Elisa, and Ian Hair, Sierra and Bobby Evans, Asher Williams, and one on the way; and great-great-granddaughter Layla. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Ida Conn and Dolly Lenius; brother Floyd Hair; sons Steven and Matthew Hair; and grandsons Timothy, Ryan, and Ali Hair.

Memorial service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 11, 2023 at the Lincoln Community Church with inurnment following at the Lincoln Cemetery with military honors.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln Community Church, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;

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<h2>Lyle Hair, Lincoln</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair">https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair</a>March 31, 1935 ~ March 5, 2023 (age 87)LINCOLN Lyle William Hair, 87, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Wichita, KS. He was born March 31, 1935, in Britton, SD to Lyle Wilbert Hair and Dorothy Eva (Schulenburg) Hair. Lyle married Patricia Chard in Lincoln, KS on June 17, 1956. After a twenty-year distinguished career in the United States Air Force, having served overseas in the Vietnam War and earning the distinguished Flying Cross, Lyle retired from military service to become a barber serving the Lincoln community. He was a member of the Lincoln VFW Post 7928, the Lincoln Community Church, and the NRA.Lyle is survived by his wife Patricia of Lincoln; sons Omar Hair (Carol) of Lincoln and Karl Hair of Salina, KS; daughters Patricia Nelson and Kathy Nelson both of Lincoln; daughter-in-law Anna Hair of Washington, KS; grandchildren Michael and David Hair, William Evans, Jacob Scholer, Jonathan and Joel Nelson, and Jaci Williams; great-grandchildren Lyle, Elisa, and Ian Hair, Sierra and Bobby Evans, Asher Williams, and one on the way; and great-great-granddaughter Layla. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Ida Conn and Dolly Lenius; brother Floyd Hair; sons Steven and Matthew Hair; and grandsons Timothy, Ryan, and Ali Hair.Memorial service: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 11, 2023 at the Lincoln Community Church with inurnment following at the Lincoln Cemetery with military honors.Memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln Community Church, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Lyle William Hair, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Lyle-Hair/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Paul Dean Kuchera, 88, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 in Topeka, KS. He was born January 1, 1935 on the family farm near Munden in Republic County, KS to John W. and Irene Emma (Stepanek) Kuchera. 

Paul married Lois Arlene Erickson in Scandia, KS on May 25, 1958. They celebrated their 64th anniversary with family. 

He started his career as a junior high school teacher then owned and operated Mr. K’s Coffee Shop and sold Farm Bureau insurance before retiring with the Kansas Department of Transportation. He was a high school track coach for many years and a strong advocate for girls’ sports at the high school level. 

Paul served 26 years in the U.S. Army National Guard and was a member of the American Legion, Jaycees, Lincoln Masonic Lodge, Kansas Council on Aging, and Lincoln United Methodist Church where he was a lay minister for many years. He also volunteered often at the Lincoln Senior Center.

Paul is survived by his daughter Paula Currey (Steve) of Rose Hill, KS; son Joel Kuchera (Valerie) of Quinter, KS; daughter Saralyn Newell (Don) of Topeka; son Jon Paul Kuchera (Jane) of Wamego, KS; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; brother David Kuchera; and four nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Lois Kuchera; and brother Jack Kuchera and his wife Gayle.

A memorial service will take place at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Lincoln United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Lincoln Senior Center, Lincoln United Methodist Church, or the Lincoln County Hospital, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;

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<h2>Paul Kuchera, Lincoln</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera">https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera</a>January 1, 1935 ~ March 7, 2023 (age 88)Paul Dean Kuchera, 88, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 in Topeka, KS. He was born January 1, 1935 on the family farm near Munden in Republic County, KS to John W. and Irene Emma (Stepanek) Kuchera. Paul married Lois Arlene Erickson in Scandia, KS on May 25, 1958. They celebrated their 64th anniversary with family. He started his career as a junior high school teacher then owned and operated Mr. K’s Coffee Shop and sold Farm Bureau insurance before retiring with the Kansas Department of Transportation. He was a high school track coach for many years and a strong advocate for girls’ sports at the high school level. Paul served 26 years in the U.S. Army National Guard and was a member of the American Legion, Jaycees, Lincoln Masonic Lodge, Kansas Council on Aging, and Lincoln United Methodist Church where he was a lay minister for many years. He also volunteered often at the Lincoln Senior Center.Paul is survived by his daughter Paula Currey (Steve) of Rose Hill, KS; son Joel Kuchera (Valerie) of Quinter, KS; daughter Saralyn Newell (Don) of Topeka; son Jon Paul Kuchera (Jane) of Wamego, KS; ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; brother David Kuchera; and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Lois Kuchera; and brother Jack Kuchera and his wife Gayle.A memorial service will take place at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Lincoln United Methodist Church.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Lincoln Senior Center, Lincoln United Methodist Church, or the Lincoln County Hospital, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Paul Dean Kuchera, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Paul-Kuchera/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Thad Eugene McCloskey, 42, a lifetime McPherson, KS resident, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at his home.&nbsp; Thad worked as a process controller at Viega in McPherson.&nbsp;

Thad was born on February 26, 1981, in McPherson, KS, the son of Richard and Thelma Ann (Riley) McCloskey.&nbsp; 

He graduated from McPherson High School in 1999.&nbsp;

Survivors include his brother Gary Booth of Holton, KS; sister Charlotte Schmidt; longtime girlfriend Rose Crooks of McPherson, KS; nieces and nephews Savanna Booth, Garison Booth, Mikayla Booth, and Jordan Booth.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Tamara Booth; and sister Michelle Clemons.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 17, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

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<h2>Thad Eugene McCloskey, McPherson</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/thad-mccloskey">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/thad-mccloskey</a>February 26, 1981 - March 7, 2023Thad Eugene McCloskey, 42, a lifetime McPherson, KS resident, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at his home.&nbsp; Thad worked as a process controller at Viega in McPherson.&nbsp;Thad was born on February 26, 1981, in McPherson, KS, the son of Richard and Thelma Ann (Riley) McCloskey.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School in 1999.&nbsp;Survivors include his brother Gary Booth of Holton, KS; sister Charlotte Schmidt; longtime girlfriend Rose Crooks of McPherson, KS; nieces and nephews Savanna Booth, Garison Booth, Mikayla Booth, and Jordan Booth.He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Tamara Booth; and sister Michelle Clemons.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 17, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family in memory of Thad E. McCloskey, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/4865247c-a167-4133-a6a1-0dfd64826b47" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Walter C. Harris was born November 6, 1926 in Junction City, Kansas the son of Fred and Emma (Zernickow) Harris. 

He graduated from Dwight High School with the class of 1944. Walter served with the Army Air Corps Occupation Forces in Japan from 1944 – 1946 during WWII. On August 10, 1946, Walter was married to Virginia A. Stark of Alta Vista in San Antonia, Texas. Walter worked for Schilling Air Force Base from 1953 – 1965 with the Maintenance Aircraft Electrical Systems with the Department of Defense. He then worked for Ft. Riley from 1965 – 1983 as an Electronic Supervisor. He enjoyed gardening, traveling in his RV coast to coast and Canada, family reunions, and loved homemade ice cream. Following his retirement from the federal government, Walter served on the Board of Directors for the Ottawa RRD. Walter passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the Holiday Resort Health and Rehab in Salina at the age of 96.

He is survived by his loving daughter Debra Bowers and her husband Robin of Marquette, Kansas, and several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Virginia on November 9, 2014, his brother Eldridge Harris, sisters Maryette Shuck, Ordella Liley, and his parents. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, with the family receiving friends from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The family has selected cremation. His final resting place will be in the Humboldt Valley Cemetery near Junction City.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.&nbsp;

To&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Walter C. Harris, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/walter-harris/5153963/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/walter-harris/5153963/index.php</a>November 6th, 1926 - March 7th, 2023Walter C. Harris was born November 6, 1926 in Junction City, Kansas the son of Fred and Emma (Zernickow) Harris. He graduated from Dwight High School with the class of 1944. Walter served with the Army Air Corps Occupation Forces in Japan from 1944 – 1946 during WWII. On August 10, 1946, Walter was married to Virginia A. Stark of Alta Vista in San Antonia, Texas. Walter worked for Schilling Air Force Base from 1953 – 1965 with the Maintenance Aircraft Electrical Systems with the Department of Defense. He then worked for Ft. Riley from 1965 – 1983 as an Electronic Supervisor. He enjoyed gardening, traveling in his RV coast to coast and Canada, family reunions, and loved homemade ice cream. Following his retirement from the federal government, Walter served on the Board of Directors for the Ottawa RRD. Walter passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the Holiday Resort Health and Rehab in Salina at the age of 96. He is survived by his loving daughter Debra Bowers and her husband Robin of Marquette, Kansas, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Virginia on November 9, 2014, his brother Eldridge Harris, sisters Maryette Shuck, Ordella Liley, and his parents. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, with the family receiving friends from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The family has selected cremation. His final resting place will be in the Humboldt Valley Cemetery near Junction City. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family of Walter C. Harris, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://martinbeckercarlson-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27456670" target="_blank">Heartfelt Sympathies Store</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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SALINA -&nbsp;Robert D. “Bob” Bachofer, 92, passed away Monday March 6, 2023 in Olathe, Kansas. He was born July 20, 1930, in Salina the son of Daniel and Margaret Bachofer. 

Bob graduated from Sacred Heart high school in Salina and served in the Air Force for four years. Bob worked for Southwestern Bell for 35 years, retiring in 1983.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Survivors include a son, Brad Bachofer and wife, Jan; daughter Audrey Wood and husband, Ron; and grandchildren Adley, Jaden, Avery, and Annie.

He was preceded in death by his wife Dee Bachofer, and parents Daniel and Margaret Bachofer.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. with a rosary service at 5:15 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11th in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.

Memorials to: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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<h2>Robert D. 'Bob' Bachofer</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer</a>July 20, 1930 ~ March 6, 2023 (age 92)SALINA -&nbsp;Robert D. “Bob” Bachofer, 92, passed away Monday March 6, 2023 in Olathe, Kansas. He was born July 20, 1930, in Salina the son of Daniel and Margaret Bachofer. Bob graduated from Sacred Heart high school in Salina and served in the Air Force for four years. Bob worked for Southwestern Bell for 35 years, retiring in 1983.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.Survivors include a son, Brad Bachofer and wife, Jan; daughter Audrey Wood and husband, Ron; and grandchildren Adley, Jaden, Avery, and Annie.He was preceded in death by his wife Dee Bachofer, and parents Daniel and Margaret Bachofer.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. with a rosary service at 5:15 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11th in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Salina.Memorials to: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, in care of Ryan Mortuary.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Robert D. "Bob" Bachofer, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Robert-Bachofer/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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Betty Maxine Krier passed away March 6, 2023, at the Mitchell County 
Hospital Resident Care Center in Beloit, Kansas, at the age of 93. Betty 
was born March 28, 1929, on the family farm southeast of Glen Elder, 
Kansas, the daughter of Lloyd and Grace Schaffer Golladay.

She attended Honey Creek District 21 school, which is now known as
 “The Little Red School House” located on Highway 24 in Beloit.

Betty graduated from Beloit High School with the class of 1947. 
She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company as a telephone 
operator for over 30 years, before retiring in 1978.

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 </figure>Betty Maxine Krier passed away March 6, 2023, at the Mitchell County 
Hospital Resident Care Center in Beloit, Kansas, at the age of 93. Betty 
was born March 28, 1929, on the family farm southeast of Glen Elder, 
Kansas, the daughter of Lloyd and Grace Schaffer Golladay.She attended Honey Creek District 21 school, which is now known as
 “The Little Red School House” located on Highway 24 in Beloit.Betty graduated from Beloit High School with the class of 1947. 
She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company as a telephone 
operator for over 30 years, before retiring in 1978.Betty was united in marriage to Leon F. Krier on November 19, 1983,&nbsp; at the St. John’s Catholic Church in Beloit. They lived in Tipton for 
several years before they moved back to Beloit. Betty was a member of 
St. John’s Catholic Church, the Ladies Guild, was a life member of the 
VFW in Beloit, and a devoted member of the Telephone Pioneers. She was 
also a past member of the American Legion, as well as the Rose Valley 
Club of Tipton. She was a co-owner of Krier Farm Supply with her husband
 Leon for over 32 years.She also loved to bowl, and bowled for over 30 years, winning 
several trophies. She also loved to travel, and went to Switzerland, 
Germany, France, and South America, and got to go through the Panama 
Canal.Betty loved going to coffee with her friends at Gray’s Drug 
Store and Soda Fountain, and missed seeing them greatly. We would like 
to thank her coffee group for watching over Betty prior to going to RCC;
 Lindsey Gray and Gina Chitty. Her family would also like to thank the 
doctors and nurses, and staff at RCC and the Mitchell County Hospital 
for such wonderful care in recent years. She loved being at RCC.Betty was preceded in death by her husband Leon; her parents, 
Lloyd and Grace Golladay; brother Robert Golladay; sister, Joan 
Guard-Thomas; and a niece and nephew, Greg and Peg Guard.Survivors include her niece, Gayla Guard of Merriam, Kansas; 
nephews, Gary Guard of Hays and Chris Golladay of Salina; sister-in-law,
 Delores Golladay of Salina; brother-in-law, Marvin Thomas of Hays; 
cousin, Jerry Rehmert of Beloit; and many great nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be at 11 AM Monday, March 13, at the Roberts 
Family Funeral Home. A rosary service will be at 10 AM Monday at the 
funeral home, &amp; visitation will be prior to the services. In lieu of
 flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or 
the St. John's Education Fund.

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