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Reta B. Knitter, 85, of Clay Center died on Monday, April 3, 2023 at the Stormont-Vail Health Flint Hills Campus in Junction City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on February 5, 1938, the daughter of Joseph and Verda (Nemnich) Trudell, in Morganville, Kansas.

Reta grew up in Morganville, graduating from Morganville High School in 1956.&nbsp; 

On June 2, 1957, she married Ross Knitter and he preceded her in death on March 30, 2007.&nbsp; 

Reta worked as a secretary for E.E. Cyr in Morganville.&nbsp; She then worked for USD 379 as a secretary for the Wakefield Schools before moving to the USD 379 Board office, where she was a secretary for 42 years.&nbsp; 

Reta had tremendous strength and fought hard, even up to the day of her passing.&nbsp; She was a member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church, Clay Center Country Club and the Bridge Club.&nbsp; 

Reta is also preceded in death by her parents and sister, Joan Germann.

She is survived by her son, Kevin and his wife Carol Knitter of Tucson, Arizona; daughter, Karmen Holt of Junction City, Kansas; five grandchildren, Joseph (Lauren) Knitter, Crystal (Aaron) Barnes, Wendi Holt, Jacob (Maggie) Knitter and John (Naomi) Knitter and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center United Methodist Church.

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

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 4-7 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Clay County Hospital Foundation c/o the funeral home.

<h2>Reta Knitter, Clay Center</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/reta-knitter">https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/reta-knitter</a>February 5, 1938 - April 3, 2023Reta B. Knitter, 85, of Clay Center died on Monday, April 3, 2023 at the Stormont-Vail Health Flint Hills Campus in Junction City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on February 5, 1938, the daughter of Joseph and Verda (Nemnich) Trudell, in Morganville, Kansas.Reta grew up in Morganville, graduating from Morganville High School in 1956.&nbsp; On June 2, 1957, she married Ross Knitter and he preceded her in death on March 30, 2007.&nbsp; Reta worked as a secretary for E.E. Cyr in Morganville.&nbsp; She then worked for USD 379 as a secretary for the Wakefield Schools before moving to the USD 379 Board office, where she was a secretary for 42 years.&nbsp; Reta had tremendous strength and fought hard, even up to the day of her passing.&nbsp; She was a member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church, Clay Center Country Club and the Bridge Club.&nbsp; Reta is also preceded in death by her parents and sister, Joan Germann.She is survived by her son, Kevin and his wife Carol Knitter of Tucson, Arizona; daughter, Karmen Holt of Junction City, Kansas; five grandchildren, Joseph (Lauren) Knitter, Crystal (Aaron) Barnes, Wendi Holt, Jacob (Maggie) Knitter and John (Naomi) Knitter and seven great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center United Methodist Church.Interment will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 4-7 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be made to the Clay County Hospital Foundation c/o the funeral home.

Reta Knitter

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Virginia Sue Ludowese, 80, died April 3, 2023, in Junction City, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 11, 1942, in Lindsay, OK the daughter of Tommy and Cleo Curlee.&nbsp; 

Virginia served in the U.S. Army from 1960 to 1962, after graduating from high school. 

She married Robert Ludowese on April 28, 1962.&nbsp; 

Virginia worked as a stocker and cashier for Wal-Mart for several years.&nbsp;

 Robert preceded her in death on January 30, 2014.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Glenn Curlee.

Daughter: Reva Sue and husband Jerold Spohn of Wakefield, KS

Funeral Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 6, 2023, at the Madura Congregational Church in Wakefield, KS.&nbsp; The live stream for the service will start shortly before 10:30 a.m. at the following link.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome</a>

Burial: Highland Cemetery, Wakefield, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp; Wounded Warriors c/o the funeral home

<h2>Virginia Ludowese</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/virginia-ludowese">https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/virginia-ludowese</a>August 11, 1942 - April 3, 2023Virginia Sue Ludowese, 80, died April 3, 2023, in Junction City, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 11, 1942, in Lindsay, OK the daughter of Tommy and Cleo Curlee.&nbsp; Virginia served in the U.S. Army from 1960 to 1962, after graduating from high school. She married Robert Ludowese on April 28, 1962.&nbsp; Virginia worked as a stocker and cashier for Wal-Mart for several years.&nbsp; Robert preceded her in death on January 30, 2014.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Glenn Curlee.Survivors:Daughter: Reva Sue and husband Jerold Spohn of Wakefield, KSSon: Billy Ludowese of Wakefield, KSFuneral Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 6, 2023, at the Madura Congregational Church in Wakefield, KS.&nbsp; The live stream for the service will start shortly before 10:30 a.m. at the following link.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome</a>Minister: Pastor Dirk WestermanBurial: Highland Cemetery, Wakefield, KansasMemorials:&nbsp; Wounded Warriors c/o the funeral home

Virginia Ludowese

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William Robert Race, Jr., 79, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born January 19, 1944 in Las Vegas, New Mexico, the son of William M. and Pauline (Garcia) Race. Cremation is planned with no services. Arrangements are being handled by Ott Funeral Home, Haven, Kansas.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of William R. Race, Jr., 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>.

<h2>William R. Race, Jr., Hutchinson</h2><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/William-Race-2/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/William-Race-2/#!/TributeWall</a>January 19, 1944- March 25, 2023William Robert Race, Jr., 79, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born January 19, 1944 in Las Vegas, New Mexico, the son of William M. and Pauline (Garcia) Race. Cremation is planned with no services. Arrangements are being handled by Ott Funeral Home, Haven, Kansas. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of William R. Race, Jr., 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>.

William R. Race, Jr.

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Kenneth V. Naysmith, the son of Victor Vernon Naysmith and Hazel Lucille (Clark) Naysmith Hoops, was born August 8, 1942 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on March 29, 2023 at Credo Senior Living, Belleville, KS at the age of 80 years, 7 months, and 21 days.

Kenneth grew up in the Byron and Chester area, attending the local country schools and later graduating from Chester High School in 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Following his graduation, he was engaged in farming and agriculture in Byron, NE for most of his life.

On August 7, 1966, he was united in marriage to Nancy Ann Young and to this union two children were born, Jeffrey and Jill.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The couple made their home in rural Byron, NE on the farm, moving to Belleville, KS 20 years ago.

Kenneth also sold crop insurance and did computer repair.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a licensed pilot, flying for pleasure and also did aerial infrared photography of crops in the area for farmers.

Kenneth was a member of the Chester United Methodist Church, former member of the Byron Lions Club and the High Banks Hall of Fame Museum, and the Belleville Flyers Club.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He also was a member of the Kansas Sons of American Revolution, Bennington Chapter.

He was preceded in death by his parents, V. Vernon Naysmith and Hazel Naysmith Hoops;&nbsp; brother, Willis Naysmith; sister, Alene Smoot; brother-in-law, Robert Hayes; and stepfather Edwin Hoops.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Nancy A. Naysmith of Belleville, KS;&nbsp;One son, Jeffrey (Angie) Naysmith of Newton, KS;&nbsp; one daughter Jill (Jim) Persinger of Toronto, Ontario-Canada;&nbsp; three grandchildren,&nbsp; Kailey (Tanner) Duerksen of Newton, KS, Jensen Persinger of Lawrence, Kansas and Campbell Persinger of Ft. Collins, CO;&nbsp; one sister, Norma Hayes of Winter Springs, FL; other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the United Methodist Church, Chester, NE with Pastor Brian Faust, officiating.

Interment will be at the Chester Cemetery, Chester, NE.

Friends may call from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, Kansas where the family will greet friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to the Chester United Methodist Church or the High Banks Hall of Fame Museum.

Online condolences to www.bachelor-surber.com.

The services will be livestreamed via the Chester/Hebron United Methodist Church Facebook page.

Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, 1322 19th St., Belleville, KS, is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenneth-Naysmith">https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenneth-Naysmith</a>August 8, 1942 ~ March 29, 2023 (age 80)Kenneth V. Naysmith, the son of Victor Vernon Naysmith and Hazel Lucille (Clark) Naysmith Hoops, was born August 8, 1942 in Belleville, Kansas and passed away on March 29, 2023 at Credo Senior Living, Belleville, KS at the age of 80 years, 7 months, and 21 days.Kenneth grew up in the Byron and Chester area, attending the local country schools and later graduating from Chester High School in 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Following his graduation, he was engaged in farming and agriculture in Byron, NE for most of his life.On August 7, 1966, he was united in marriage to Nancy Ann Young and to this union two children were born, Jeffrey and Jill.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The couple made their home in rural Byron, NE on the farm, moving to Belleville, KS 20 years ago.Kenneth also sold crop insurance and did computer repair.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a licensed pilot, flying for pleasure and also did aerial infrared photography of crops in the area for farmers.Kenneth was a member of the Chester United Methodist Church, former member of the Byron Lions Club and the High Banks Hall of Fame Museum, and the Belleville Flyers Club.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He also was a member of the Kansas Sons of American Revolution, Bennington Chapter.He was preceded in death by his parents, V. Vernon Naysmith and Hazel Naysmith Hoops;&nbsp; brother, Willis Naysmith; sister, Alene Smoot; brother-in-law, Robert Hayes; and stepfather Edwin Hoops.Kenneth is survived by his wife, Nancy A. Naysmith of Belleville, KS;&nbsp;One son, Jeffrey (Angie) Naysmith of Newton, KS;&nbsp; one daughter Jill (Jim) Persinger of Toronto, Ontario-Canada;&nbsp; three grandchildren,&nbsp; Kailey (Tanner) Duerksen of Newton, KS, Jensen Persinger of Lawrence, Kansas and Campbell Persinger of Ft. Collins, CO;&nbsp; one sister, Norma Hayes of Winter Springs, FL; other relatives and friends.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the United Methodist Church, Chester, NE with Pastor Brian Faust, officiating.Interment will be at the Chester Cemetery, Chester, NE.Friends may call from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday at the Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Belleville, Kansas where the family will greet friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.Memorials are suggested to the Chester United Methodist Church or the High Banks Hall of Fame Museum.Online condolences to www.bachelor-surber.com.The services will be livestreamed via the Chester/Hebron United Methodist Church Facebook page.Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, 1322 19th St., Belleville, KS, is in charge of the arrangements.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenneth-Naysmith/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenneth-Naysmith/1071199/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Kenneth V. Naysmith, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bachelor-surber.com/obituary/Kenneth-Naysmith/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Kenneth V. Naysmith

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Dr. Ali Bülent Manguoglu, 69, of Salina, KS passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his daughters and wife on April 4th, 2023, with the support of Gentiva Hospice. Dr. Manguoglu was born in Izmir, Turkey on May 12th, 1953.

He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey in 1976, and then attended Ankara University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, Dept. of General Surgery as a 1st year resident. Ali’s journey in the United States started at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Massachusetts, Dept. of General Surgery, then onto the University of Kansas School of Medicine, KC, KS, Dept. of Neurological Surgery (rock chalk!) for his Neurosurgery Residency. Ali then ventured to the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, Dept. of Neurosurgery, Registrar/Fellow, and finally the University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, SHOCK-TRAUMA Unit, Neurotrauma Fellowship. &nbsp;

Dr. Manguoglu’s board certifications include the American Board of Neurological Surgery and Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, UK in Surgical Neurology (SN.) Ali established “Salina Neurological Surgery” practice in 1985, and then established (with Salina Regional Health Center) “Salina Regional Neurosurgery.” He retired in 2019 due to health conditions. He proudly served Salina and surrounding communities for nearly 35 years. &nbsp;

Not only was Dr. Manguoglu a world-renowned neurosurgeon, but lived each day to the fullest, as if it were his last – travelling the world with his family and creating an endless book of stories. His favorite hobbies included listening and dancing to music, cooking, skiing, gardening, and rescuing animals.

Unfortunately, Dr. Ali B. Manguoglu lost his battle with terminal cancer and Parkinson’s disease after he fought hard to continue normalcy and create as many memories as he could in his final year, such as visiting his daughters and grandchildren, taking a final trip to Turkey and a memorable weekend in Kansas City at Tasso’s and Arthur Bryant’s.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Survivors include his wife, Georgia Manguoglu, daughters Ayse Heisdorf and Safiye Williams, their husbands John Heisdorf and Mark Williams, and stepdaughter Heather Jones. Ali is also survived by his grandchildren Kai and Koa Williams and Ayla Heisdorf, as well as brothers Enis and Turgut Manguoglu. 

Ali was preceded in death by his stepson Steven Jones, and parents Fetih Manguoglu and Ahter Alkum.

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 7th at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th St., Salina, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and a graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 8th at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

Memorials may be made to the Michael J. Fox foundation for Parkinson’s research, care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth Street, Salina Kansas.

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<h2>Dr. Ali Bülent Manguoglu, Salina</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Dr. Ali Bülent Manguoglu</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/notices/DrAli-Manguoglu">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/notices/DrAli-Manguoglu</a>May 12, 1953 ~ April 4, 2023 (age 69)Dr. Ali Bülent Manguoglu, 69, of Salina, KS passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his daughters and wife on April 4th, 2023, with the support of Gentiva Hospice. Dr. Manguoglu was born in Izmir, Turkey on May 12th, 1953.He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey in 1976, and then attended Ankara University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, Dept. of General Surgery as a 1st year resident. Ali’s journey in the United States started at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Massachusetts, Dept. of General Surgery, then onto the University of Kansas School of Medicine, KC, KS, Dept. of Neurological Surgery (rock chalk!) for his Neurosurgery Residency. Ali then ventured to the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, Dept. of Neurosurgery, Registrar/Fellow, and finally the University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, SHOCK-TRAUMA Unit, Neurotrauma Fellowship. &nbsp;Dr. Manguoglu’s board certifications include the American Board of Neurological Surgery and Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, UK in Surgical Neurology (SN.) Ali established “Salina Neurological Surgery” practice in 1985, and then established (with Salina Regional Health Center) “Salina Regional Neurosurgery.” He retired in 2019 due to health conditions. He proudly served Salina and surrounding communities for nearly 35 years. &nbsp;Not only was Dr. Manguoglu a world-renowned neurosurgeon, but lived each day to the fullest, as if it were his last – travelling the world with his family and creating an endless book of stories. His favorite hobbies included listening and dancing to music, cooking, skiing, gardening, and rescuing animals.Unfortunately, Dr. Ali B. Manguoglu lost his battle with terminal cancer and Parkinson’s disease after he fought hard to continue normalcy and create as many memories as he could in his final year, such as visiting his daughters and grandchildren, taking a final trip to Turkey and a memorable weekend in Kansas City at Tasso’s and Arthur Bryant’s.&nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Georgia Manguoglu, daughters Ayse Heisdorf and Safiye Williams, their husbands John Heisdorf and Mark Williams, and stepdaughter Heather Jones. Ali is also survived by his grandchildren Kai and Koa Williams and Ayla Heisdorf, as well as brothers Enis and Turgut Manguoglu. Ali was preceded in death by his stepson Steven Jones, and parents Fetih Manguoglu and Ahter Alkum.A visitation will be held on Friday, April 7th at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th St., Salina, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and a graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 8th at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.Memorials may be made to the Michael J. Fox foundation for Parkinson’s research, care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth Street, Salina Kansas.<a href="https://give.michaeljfox.org/give/421686/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank">https://give.michaeljfox.org/give/421686/#!/donation/checkout</a>To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/DrAli-Manguoglu/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/DrAli-Manguoglu/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Dr. Ali Bülent Manguoglu, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/DrAli-Manguoglu/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Dr. Ali Bülent Manguoglu

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SALINA -&nbsp;Luetta B. Harrell, 93, passed away April 1, 2023 while under hospice care at Presbyterian Manor. Luetta was born May 15, 1929, in Ellis, Kansas, the seventh of ten children belonging to Walter and Eva (Sauer) Haneke. 

Luetta graduated from Ellis High School in 1946 and went on to marry George Harrell of Barnard, Kansas on February 22nd, 1948. They were married fifty-one years and spent most of their married lives in Salina. 

Luetta began her career as a receptionist at Waddell &amp; Reed and worked her way up to Financial Advisor where she helped a multitude of people manage their finances for over 30 years.

Luetta was a charter member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and was active in the Ladies Elks Club of Salina. As a first generation American, she enjoyed cooking Austrian recipes her mother, Eva, brought with her when she immigrated to the United States through Ellis Island.

Luetta was preceded in death by her husband George Harrell in 1999; three sisters, and four brothers. 

She is survived by her daughter Joleen Stein (Steve) of Gypsum; grandchildren Melynda McCabe (Chris) and Thomas Stein (Elane); great-grandchildren Jack, Jace, Addie, Ellyanna; granddaughters Bailey Harrell, Madison Harrell; son Mike Harrell; and siblings Donna Henderson and Don Haneke.

A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Journey Ventures, CAPS, or the Southeast of Saline Education Foundation.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/notices/Luetta-Harrell">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/notices/Luetta-Harrell</a>May 15, 1929 ~ April 1, 2023 (age 93)SALINA -&nbsp;Luetta B. Harrell, 93, passed away April 1, 2023 while under hospice care at Presbyterian Manor. Luetta was born May 15, 1929, in Ellis, Kansas, the seventh of ten children belonging to Walter and Eva (Sauer) Haneke. Luetta graduated from Ellis High School in 1946 and went on to marry George Harrell of Barnard, Kansas on February 22nd, 1948. They were married fifty-one years and spent most of their married lives in Salina. Luetta began her career as a receptionist at Waddell &amp; Reed and worked her way up to Financial Advisor where she helped a multitude of people manage their finances for over 30 years.Luetta was a charter member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and was active in the Ladies Elks Club of Salina. As a first generation American, she enjoyed cooking Austrian recipes her mother, Eva, brought with her when she immigrated to the United States through Ellis Island.Luetta was preceded in death by her husband George Harrell in 1999; three sisters, and four brothers. She is survived by her daughter Joleen Stein (Steve) of Gypsum; grandchildren Melynda McCabe (Chris) and Thomas Stein (Elane); great-grandchildren Jack, Jace, Addie, Ellyanna; granddaughters Bailey Harrell, Madison Harrell; son Mike Harrell; and siblings Donna Henderson and Don Haneke.A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Journey Ventures, CAPS, or the Southeast of Saline Education Foundation.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Luetta-Harrell/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Luetta-Harrell/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Luetta B. Harrell, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Luetta-Harrell/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Luetta B. Harrell

Phillipsburg resident Lois Ann Haas passed away Tuesday, April 4, 
2023, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas.

Lois was born on August 7, 1954, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, to Milo and Norma (Stevens) Gitchel.

Lois is preceded in death by her parents Milo and Norma, brothers Allan and Elbert Gitchel, and sister Kathy Willis.

Survivors include her husband Larry Haas of Phillipsburg, daughters 
Eula Runnion and husband Brian of Wichita, Kansas, and Monica Wagner and
 husband Wade of Smith Center, Kansas, brother Delbert Gitchel of 
Wilcox, Nebraska, sister Eileen Branstetter of Salina, Kansas, 
brother-in-law Dennis Willis of Smith Center, and her faithful dog 
Missy.

A funeral service for Lois will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, 
10:30 a.m., at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel in Phillipsburg, with 
Pastor Bud Gillett and Pastor Jay Brandon officiating.

Lois will lie in-state on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 
from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a&nbsp; visitation on Sunday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
 at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel in Phillipsburg.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Crystal Creek Country Church.

Phillipsburg resident Lois Ann Haas passed away Tuesday, April 4, 
2023, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas.Lois was born on August 7, 1954, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, to Milo and Norma (Stevens) Gitchel.Lois is preceded in death by her parents Milo and Norma, brothers Allan and Elbert Gitchel, and sister Kathy Willis.Survivors include her husband Larry Haas of Phillipsburg, daughters 
Eula Runnion and husband Brian of Wichita, Kansas, and Monica Wagner and
 husband Wade of Smith Center, Kansas, brother Delbert Gitchel of 
Wilcox, Nebraska, sister Eileen Branstetter of Salina, Kansas, 
brother-in-law Dennis Willis of Smith Center, and her faithful dog 
Missy.A funeral service for Lois will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, 
10:30 a.m., at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel in Phillipsburg, with 
Pastor Bud Gillett and Pastor Jay Brandon officiating.Lois will lie in-state on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 
from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a&nbsp; visitation on Sunday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
 at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel in Phillipsburg.Memorial contributions may be made to the Crystal Creek Country Church.

Lois Ann Haas

Born: 10/31/1955 in Lincoln, KS. Died: 1/6/2023 in California, where he lived since 1982.

He was born the fourth child of Paul and Delma (Meier) Reynolds, who both preceded him in death.

Survivors: Eileen (Rice) Reynolds, his wife of 47 years of the home, and a foster son, Joshua Willis of California. Brothers: Larry (Dorothy) Reynolds of Wellington, KS. and Bob Reynolds of Salina, KS. Sister-- Mary Pierce of OKC, and many cousins, nephews, and nieces.

Earl graduated from Salina Central High School in 1973 and went on to graduate from Concordia College in Seward NE. with a degree and certificate in education. He worked as a teacher and principal at several different Lutheran schools in California before being forced to retire at an early age due to major health issues.

Cremation was chosen. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 9th &amp; Crawford, Salina, KS. followed by Interment at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery, Salina, KS. Lunch will follow at the Church. Memorials are requested to Trinity Lutheran Church or to the donor’s choice of ministry.

Born: 10/31/1955 in Lincoln, KS. Died: 1/6/2023 in California, where he lived since 1982.He was born the fourth child of Paul and Delma (Meier) Reynolds, who both preceded him in death.Survivors: Eileen (Rice) Reynolds, his wife of 47 years of the home, and a foster son, Joshua Willis of California. Brothers: Larry (Dorothy) Reynolds of Wellington, KS. and Bob Reynolds of Salina, KS. Sister-- Mary Pierce of OKC, and many cousins, nephews, and nieces.Earl graduated from Salina Central High School in 1973 and went on to graduate from Concordia College in Seward NE. with a degree and certificate in education. He worked as a teacher and principal at several different Lutheran schools in California before being forced to retire at an early age due to major health issues.Cremation was chosen. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 9th &amp; Crawford, Salina, KS. followed by Interment at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery, Salina, KS. Lunch will follow at the Church. Memorials are requested to Trinity Lutheran Church or to the donor’s choice of ministry.

Earl Lynn Reynolds

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Kyle Jacob Sisson, 38, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at his home.&nbsp;

Kyle was born on May 16, 1984, in McPherson, KS, the son of James Randal and Helen Ludwena (Gruenbacher) Sisson.&nbsp; 

He graduated from Spearville High School in 2003 and attended Hutchinson Community College on a track scholarship.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the Navy Seabees and served his country for seven years.&nbsp; Kyle was currently enrolled as a fulltime student at McPherson College.&nbsp;

Survivors include his three children, Adia, Haley, and William Sisson of Hutchinson, KS; parents Jim &amp; Helen Sisson of McPherson, KS; siblings Jeremy Sisson (Briana) of Orlando, FL, Adam Sisson (Val) of San Antonio, TX, and Erica Harris (Josh) of Port Orchard, WA; nieces and nephews Kalena Sisson, Emerson Sisson, Ethan Sisson, and Lily Harris; aunts &amp; uncles, Bobbie Hokr (Randy) of Bella Vista, AR, Rhonda Menard (Galen) of McPherson, KS, Rita Robben (Dennis) of Andale, KS, Ed Gruenbacher (Debbie) of Colwich, KS, Jane Radatz (Ed) of Lindsborg, KS, Theresa Simon (Duane) of Manhattan, KS, Evelyn Osner&nbsp; (Albert) of Conway Springs, KS, Herb Dick of Mount Hope, KS, and Dave Seiwert of Conway Springs, KS; and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by grandparents Louis and Cathryn Gruenbacher and Bob and Lois Sisson, and two aunts, Doris Dick and Mary Seiwert.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 12, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial with military honors will follow at Empire Cemetery, Galva.

Memorial donations may be payable to James Sisson for the benefit of Kyle’s children’s education fund in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/kyle-sisson">https://www.stockhamfamily.com/obituaries/kyle-sisson</a>Kyle Jacob Sisson, 38, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at his home.&nbsp;Kyle was born on May 16, 1984, in McPherson, KS, the son of James Randal and Helen Ludwena (Gruenbacher) Sisson.&nbsp; He graduated from Spearville High School in 2003 and attended Hutchinson Community College on a track scholarship.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the Navy Seabees and served his country for seven years.&nbsp; Kyle was currently enrolled as a fulltime student at McPherson College.&nbsp;Survivors include his three children, Adia, Haley, and William Sisson of Hutchinson, KS; parents Jim &amp; Helen Sisson of McPherson, KS; siblings Jeremy Sisson (Briana) of Orlando, FL, Adam Sisson (Val) of San Antonio, TX, and Erica Harris (Josh) of Port Orchard, WA; nieces and nephews Kalena Sisson, Emerson Sisson, Ethan Sisson, and Lily Harris; aunts &amp; uncles, Bobbie Hokr (Randy) of Bella Vista, AR, Rhonda Menard (Galen) of McPherson, KS, Rita Robben (Dennis) of Andale, KS, Ed Gruenbacher (Debbie) of Colwich, KS, Jane Radatz (Ed) of Lindsborg, KS, Theresa Simon (Duane) of Manhattan, KS, Evelyn Osner&nbsp; (Albert) of Conway Springs, KS, Herb Dick of Mount Hope, KS, and Dave Seiwert of Conway Springs, KS; and many cousins.He was preceded in death by grandparents Louis and Cathryn Gruenbacher and Bob and Lois Sisson, and two aunts, Doris Dick and Mary Seiwert.The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 12, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial with military honors will follow at Empire Cemetery, Galva.Memorial donations may be payable to James Sisson for the benefit of Kyle’s children’s education fund in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;To send flowers to the family in memory of Kyle J. Sisson, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/e67e6bf1-e705-4722-9d61-ad571e14f09b" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Nancy Sue Bell, 65, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 3:35 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family and friends. Nancy was born in McPherson, Kansas on December 12, 1957, a daughter of Dean Dutton and Florence I. (McCaffree) Krell. Nancy attended Washington grade school, McPherson, Kansas, Northridge grade school, Newton, Kansas., Park School, McPherson, KS, Sante Fe Jr. High School, Newton, KS and graduated from Newton High School,Newton, Kansas in 1975. She then attended Central Christian College, McPherson, Kansas and received her bachelor's degree in Nursing at Tri-County Nursing College, Salina, Kansas. Nancy was a member of the First Christian Church in McPherson. Through the years Nancy worked as a nurse for the Cedars, Dr. Larzalere Office, McPherson Hospital, was owner of Curves For Women and worked at Walmart Pharmacy, McPherson, Kansas until she retired in 2022. Nancy enjoyed laughing, dancing, and having fun, garage selling, loved helping people, had the heart of a nurse and loved spending time with her friends and family. Nancy Sue Krell was united in marriage to Martin Bell on July 23, 1998 in Miami, Oklahoma. The couple established their first home together in McPherson. She is survived by her husband, Martin Bell, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Tracy Morgan and her husband Danny of Canton, Kansas, Daniel Perkins of McPherson, Kansas, Lyndon Bell of McPherson, Kansas, Lucas Bell of Yonkers, New York and LeShell Carter and her husband Ben of Queensland, Australia; her siblings, David Krell and his wife Sherry of Denver, Colorado, Linda Haythorne of Brenham, Texas. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, Austin, Alex, Alexa, Emilee, Skyler, Aaliyah, Jenna, Natalee and Cora; four great-grandchildren, Brynlee, Ava, Lyla, Xavier with a baby girl on the way. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Dean Krell and Richard Krell. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 7, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at First Christian Church, McPherson, Kanas with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating. Memorials are to the Women and Children Combatting Cancer or Gentiva Hospice or First Christian Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Nancy Sue Bell, 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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 </figure><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Nancy-Bell-9/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Nancy-Bell-9/#!/TributeWall</a>December 12, 1957 - March 30, 2023Nancy Sue Bell, 65, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 3:35 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family and friends. Nancy was born in McPherson, Kansas on December 12, 1957, a daughter of Dean Dutton and Florence I. (McCaffree) Krell. Nancy attended Washington grade school, McPherson, Kansas, Northridge grade school, Newton, Kansas., Park School, McPherson, KS, Sante Fe Jr. High School, Newton, KS and graduated from Newton High School,Newton, Kansas in 1975. She then attended Central Christian College, McPherson, Kansas and received her bachelor's degree in Nursing at Tri-County Nursing College, Salina, Kansas. Nancy was a member of the First Christian Church in McPherson. Through the years Nancy worked as a nurse for the Cedars, Dr. Larzalere Office, McPherson Hospital, was owner of Curves For Women and worked at Walmart Pharmacy, McPherson, Kansas until she retired in 2022. Nancy enjoyed laughing, dancing, and having fun, garage selling, loved helping people, had the heart of a nurse and loved spending time with her friends and family. Nancy Sue Krell was united in marriage to Martin Bell on July 23, 1998 in Miami, Oklahoma. The couple established their first home together in McPherson. She is survived by her husband, Martin Bell, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Tracy Morgan and her husband Danny of Canton, Kansas, Daniel Perkins of McPherson, Kansas, Lyndon Bell of McPherson, Kansas, Lucas Bell of Yonkers, New York and LeShell Carter and her husband Ben of Queensland, Australia; her siblings, David Krell and his wife Sherry of Denver, Colorado, Linda Haythorne of Brenham, Texas. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, Austin, Alex, Alexa, Emilee, Skyler, Aaliyah, Jenna, Natalee and Cora; four great-grandchildren, Brynlee, Ava, Lyla, Xavier with a baby girl on the way. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Dean Krell and Richard Krell. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 7, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at First Christian Church, McPherson, Kanas with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating. Memorials are to the Women and Children Combatting Cancer or Gentiva Hospice or First Christian Church and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Nancy Sue Bell, 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>.

Nancy Sue Bell

Stephen R. Williams, 81, of Newton, Kansas died on Monday, April 3, 2023. Steve was born on January 4, 1941, in Wellington, Kansas to Leonard and Opal Williams.

Steve grew up in Wellington, Kansas where he graduated from Wellington High School in May 1960. &nbsp;He went on and attended Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia and graduated in 1964 with a BS in Education. While in college, Steve met his wife, Cheryl, through a blind date. They were married on June 28, 1964, in El Dorado, Kansas.

Steve and Cheryl made their home in Salina, Kansas next door to Harold and Florence Eisenhauer. The Eisenhauers’ became like another set of parents to them. Marci was born in 1969 and in 1971, Marc joined the family. While living in Salina, Steve taught English at Salina High School while pursuing his Masters in School Administration from Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. &nbsp;He graduated with a MS in School Administration in August of 1969. In 1971, Steve became Assistant Principal/Activities Director at Salina High School South.

The family moved to Newton in 1976 when Steve became Principal at Newton High School. In 1980, he changed his career and worked at Hesston Corporation holding various positions. In 1990, Steve was called to return to education and became principal at Salina High School Central.&nbsp; He held that position for eleven years until he retired. In the summer of 2001, Steve and Cheryl moved back to Newton where they have made their home since. &nbsp;Steve held many retirement jobs, but he was most proud of his time serving as a consultant for the Kansas Health Foundation.

Steve was also honored to be a member of the Army Reserves from 1967-1976. He chose the Reserves because they had an opening, and he was accepted. He was sent into active duty in 1968 for 5 months.

Steve was a proud alumnus of Emporia State University, formerly known as the Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. Steve gave many of his years to the University serving on the Alumni Board and the Emporia State Foundation Board of Trustees.&nbsp; Steve was honored to be Chair of the Foundation from 2015-2017.

He enjoyed golfing, playing cards with friends, yard work, grilling and was an avid reader. He enjoyed watching his Red Sox and KU basketball, but never forget to cheer on the KSU Wildcats, because all his grandkids attended college there.&nbsp; His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he loved spending time with them.&nbsp;

Steve was preceded in death by his parents and Harold and Florence Eisenhauer.

Steve is survived by his wife of 58 years, Cheryl, his two children, Marci (Doug) Brenneman of Newton, Kansas and Marc (Kari) of Spring Hill, Kansas; five grandchildren, Katie (Jarrett) Whitson, Max Brenneman and Isabel (Hunter Willyard) Williams. Steve is also survived by his brother, Duane, of Wellington, Kansas.

Condolences may be sent to Peterson Funeral Home in Newton. Memorials may be made to the Stephen R. and Cheryl S. Williams Scholarship at Emporia State University or Trinity Heights United Methodist Church of Newton.

A service to celebrate the life of Steve Williams will be Saturday, April 8, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. &nbsp;A luncheon will follow the ceremony.

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 </figure>Stephen R. Williams, 81, of Newton, Kansas died on Monday, April 3, 2023. Steve was born on January 4, 1941, in Wellington, Kansas to Leonard and Opal Williams.Steve grew up in Wellington, Kansas where he graduated from Wellington High School in May 1960. &nbsp;He went on and attended Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia and graduated in 1964 with a BS in Education. While in college, Steve met his wife, Cheryl, through a blind date. They were married on June 28, 1964, in El Dorado, Kansas.Steve and Cheryl made their home in Salina, Kansas next door to Harold and Florence Eisenhauer. The Eisenhauers’ became like another set of parents to them. Marci was born in 1969 and in 1971, Marc joined the family. While living in Salina, Steve taught English at Salina High School while pursuing his Masters in School Administration from Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. &nbsp;He graduated with a MS in School Administration in August of 1969. In 1971, Steve became Assistant Principal/Activities Director at Salina High School South.The family moved to Newton in 1976 when Steve became Principal at Newton High School. In 1980, he changed his career and worked at Hesston Corporation holding various positions. In 1990, Steve was called to return to education and became principal at Salina High School Central.&nbsp; He held that position for eleven years until he retired. In the summer of 2001, Steve and Cheryl moved back to Newton where they have made their home since. &nbsp;Steve held many retirement jobs, but he was most proud of his time serving as a consultant for the Kansas Health Foundation.Steve was also honored to be a member of the Army Reserves from 1967-1976. He chose the Reserves because they had an opening, and he was accepted. He was sent into active duty in 1968 for 5 months.Steve was a proud alumnus of Emporia State University, formerly known as the Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. Steve gave many of his years to the University serving on the Alumni Board and the Emporia State Foundation Board of Trustees.&nbsp; Steve was honored to be Chair of the Foundation from 2015-2017.He enjoyed golfing, playing cards with friends, yard work, grilling and was an avid reader. He enjoyed watching his Red Sox and KU basketball, but never forget to cheer on the KSU Wildcats, because all his grandkids attended college there.&nbsp; His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he loved spending time with them.&nbsp;Steve was preceded in death by his parents and Harold and Florence Eisenhauer.Steve is survived by his wife of 58 years, Cheryl, his two children, Marci (Doug) Brenneman of Newton, Kansas and Marc (Kari) of Spring Hill, Kansas; five grandchildren, Katie (Jarrett) Whitson, Max Brenneman and Isabel (Hunter Willyard) Williams. Steve is also survived by his brother, Duane, of Wellington, Kansas.Condolences may be sent to Peterson Funeral Home in Newton. Memorials may be made to the Stephen R. and Cheryl S. Williams Scholarship at Emporia State University or Trinity Heights United Methodist Church of Newton.A service to celebrate the life of Steve Williams will be Saturday, April 8, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. &nbsp;A luncheon will follow the ceremony.

Stephen R. Williams

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GREAT BEND Mark Alan Rogers, 58, passed away March 29, 2023 in Great Bend. He was born March 23, 1965, in Lincoln, KS to Ralph Henry and Judy Ann (Meyer) Rogers.

Mark served his country in the U.S. Navy in the Persian Gulf during the Iran-Iraq conflict aboard the USS Guadalcanal. He was a Residence Life Coordinator at Barton County Community College, and a member of the St. John Lutheran Church in Lincoln.

Mark is survived by his mother, Judy Donley of Lincoln; sister Lori Soeken (Rob) of Great Bend; sister Joni Zink of Bushton; brother Greg Rogers of Shawnee; sister Lisa Feldkamp (Mark) of Lincoln; three nieces; six nephews; six great-nieces; nine great-nephews; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

He was preceded in death by his father Ralph Rogers; brother-in-law Joseph Zink; stepfather Jim Donley; and nephew Jared Soeken.

Memorial service: 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at St. John Lutheran Church in Lincoln with burial following in the church cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln Art Center, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/notices/Mark-Rogers">https://www.hallchapel.com/notices/Mark-Rogers</a>March 23, 1965 ~ March 29, 2023 (age 58)GREAT BEND Mark Alan Rogers, 58, passed away March 29, 2023 in Great Bend. He was born March 23, 1965, in Lincoln, KS to Ralph Henry and Judy Ann (Meyer) Rogers.Mark served his country in the U.S. Navy in the Persian Gulf during the Iran-Iraq conflict aboard the USS Guadalcanal. He was a Residence Life Coordinator at Barton County Community College, and a member of the St. John Lutheran Church in Lincoln.Mark is survived by his mother, Judy Donley of Lincoln; sister Lori Soeken (Rob) of Great Bend; sister Joni Zink of Bushton; brother Greg Rogers of Shawnee; sister Lisa Feldkamp (Mark) of Lincoln; three nieces; six nephews; six great-nieces; nine great-nephews; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Ralph Rogers; brother-in-law Joseph Zink; stepfather Jim Donley; and nephew Jared Soeken.Memorial service: 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at St. John Lutheran Church in Lincoln with burial following in the church cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln Art Center, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Mark-Rogers/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Mark-Rogers/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Mark Alan Rogers, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Mark-Rogers/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Mark Alan Rogers

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D. Eugene West was born on March 12, 1935 to Mattie Reed. He was raised by his Grandma and Grandpa Reed and nine aunts and uncles. He died on March 22, 2023.

He is predeceased by his mother, grandparents and grandson, Brett Cushenbery, who had a very special place in his heart and son-in-law, Larry Cushenbery. 

He is survived by his wife, Wanda West; children Debra Allison (Greg), Gene Jr (Lori), Yvonne Cushenbery, six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Eugene was a Wichita Fire Fighter for 21 years and he worked several other jobs on his days off from the fire department. He was the manager for Wilbert Burial Vault Company after he retired and then went to work at Doric Vault in Newton, Kansas.

Eugene enjoyed most outdoor sports, fishing and hunting were a passion. He lived a good long life and especially enjoyed his family.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27626944">https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27626944</a>March 12, 1935 - March 22, 2023D. Eugene West was born on March 12, 1935 to Mattie Reed. He was raised by his Grandma and Grandpa Reed and nine aunts and uncles. He died on March 22, 2023.He is predeceased by his mother, grandparents and grandson, Brett Cushenbery, who had a very special place in his heart and son-in-law, Larry Cushenbery. He is survived by his wife, Wanda West; children Debra Allison (Greg), Gene Jr (Lori), Yvonne Cushenbery, six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.Eugene was a Wichita Fire Fighter for 21 years and he worked several other jobs on his days off from the fire department. He was the manager for Wilbert Burial Vault Company after he retired and then went to work at Doric Vault in Newton, Kansas.Eugene enjoyed most outdoor sports, fishing and hunting were a passion. He lived a good long life and especially enjoyed his family.<figure>
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Eugene West

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GOESSEL - Evelyn Mae Schmidt passed away March 31, 2023 at Bethesda Home in Goessel. &nbsp;She was born March 13, 1942 in Goessel to William and Helena Penner) Schmidt. &nbsp;

Survivors include: son Douglin M. Schmidt of Mission, Kansas; brother Dennis (Jan) Schmidt of Goessel. &nbsp;

Celebration of Life Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Tabor Mennonite Church rural Newton. &nbsp;Family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. &nbsp;

Memorials to Bethesda Home in care of Jost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 266, Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;

Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27629987">https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27629987</a>March 13, 1942 - March 31, 2023GOESSEL - Evelyn Mae Schmidt passed away March 31, 2023 at Bethesda Home in Goessel. &nbsp;She was born March 13, 1942 in Goessel to William and Helena Penner) Schmidt. &nbsp;Survivors include: son Douglin M. Schmidt of Mission, Kansas; brother Dennis (Jan) Schmidt of Goessel. &nbsp;Celebration of Life Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Tabor Mennonite Church rural Newton. &nbsp;Family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. &nbsp;Memorials to Bethesda Home 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 Evelyn, please&nbsp;<a href="http://jost-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27629987&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_descriptionundefined&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Evelyn Mae Schmidt

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Gary Gene Weible, 84, of McPherson, KS, passed away Tuesday, April , 2023, at Parkside Homes, Hillsboro, Kansas. Gary was born in Hutchinson, KS on February 10, 1939, the son of Edward Henry and Ramona (Whealy) Weible. Gary attended Wickersham grade School, Lincoln Grade School, Park School, McPherson Junior High and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson in 1957. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Gary worked in the oil fields in McPherson, Oklahoma, California, and the Gulf of Mexico for 28 years. He also worked for area farmers as a hired hand, for area construction companies and finished his career as a truck driver for McPherson Concrete Products. Gary enjoyed sports, working with his crew and spending time with his friends. He is survived by a daughter Amy Weible; and a cousin, Janice Oden of Sterling, Kansas. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Walter Eugene Weible. Cremation is planned and burial of cremains will be at Prairielawn Cemetery, Wellington, KS. There will be no services.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Gary Weible, 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>.

<h2>Gary Weible, McPherson</h2><a href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Gary-Weible/#!/TributeWall">https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Gary-Weible/#!/TributeWall</a>February 10, 1939 - April 4, 2023Gary Gene Weible, 84, of McPherson, KS, passed away Tuesday, April , 2023, at Parkside Homes, Hillsboro, Kansas. Gary was born in Hutchinson, KS on February 10, 1939, the son of Edward Henry and Ramona (Whealy) Weible. Gary attended Wickersham grade School, Lincoln Grade School, Park School, McPherson Junior High and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson in 1957. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Gary worked in the oil fields in McPherson, Oklahoma, California, and the Gulf of Mexico for 28 years. He also worked for area farmers as a hired hand, for area construction companies and finished his career as a truck driver for McPherson Concrete Products. Gary enjoyed sports, working with his crew and spending time with his friends. He is survived by a daughter Amy Weible; and a cousin, Janice Oden of Sterling, Kansas. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Walter Eugene Weible. Cremation is planned and burial of cremains will be at Prairielawn Cemetery, Wellington, KS. There will be no services. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Gary Weible, 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>.

Gary Weible

Dalton Lynn Frost, 30, passed away on Tuesday, March 21st, 2023, at his home in Gorham, KS.&nbsp;

Dalton and his identical twin brother, Dakota, were born on September 16th, 1992,&nbsp;in Hays, KS to Gerald and Vickie Frost. His childhood and school years were spent spread between Salina, Russell and Natoma, KS.&nbsp;His adult life was spent mainly in Colorado and Russell working in the fencing business and in several different areas&nbsp;in the oilfield. He was one of the hardest workers anyone ever knew.

Dalton and his twin were daredevils from the start and lived life at full speed. He loved being in the outdoors, whether it was hunting, fishing, camping, going to the lake, or just driving on country roads for hours.&nbsp;There wasn’t a mechanical issue that he couldn’t solve or a tool he couldn’t reinvent to get the job done. He loved cracking open a cold one and shooting the breeze with his friends and family. His daughter, Kenlee, was his world and he did anything and everything he could for her. Dalton never knew a stranger because anyone he met automatically became his friend. His big smile, loving hugs and great sense of humor would make&nbsp;anyone’s day better. He would do anything for anyone&nbsp;and was selfless to a fault. His family, daughter and close friends meant everything to him&nbsp;and&nbsp;are the reason he stayed on Earth as long as he did.&nbsp;

He was&nbsp;preceded&nbsp;in death by his twin brother, Dakota; his paternal and maternal grandparents; three uncles; two aunts; and a niece.

He is survived by his mother, Vickie Frost (Leonard Boese) of Susank, KS; his father, Gerald Frost of Russell, KS; his daughter, Kenlee Peterson, and his son, Jaxon Casper, both of Russell, KS; his sister, Amanda Fabian Valadez (Enoe) of Russell, KS; his sister, Amber Frost of Lawrence, KS; his brothers Shane Michaelis and Ethan Frost (Justus), both of Russell, KS; his many beloved nieces and nephews: Braden, Gianna, Arya, Isabella, Briley, Haven, Zane, Nevaeh, Alieah, Matteo,&nbsp;Little Ethan, Ryker, Valencia, and Xavier; and by many special aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.&nbsp;

There will be a gathering at Pohlman&nbsp;Varner Peeler Mortuary on&nbsp;Friday, April 14, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to sign the guest book, visit with the family, pay respects, and&nbsp;view memory&nbsp;boards. At a later, warmer date, a larger celebration of life event will take place outdoors. When the date, time, and location of this event are decided, they will be announced by both the mortuary and family.&nbsp;Cremation has been chosen and there will be no internment at this time.&nbsp;

Any donations to help with&nbsp;funeral&nbsp;expenses can be given directly to the mortuary&nbsp;and made payable to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, 610 N. Maple St., Russell, Kansas 67665.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Dalton Lynn Frost, 30, passed away on Tuesday, March 21st, 2023, at his home in Gorham, KS.&nbsp;Dalton and his identical twin brother, Dakota, were born on September 16th, 1992,&nbsp;in Hays, KS to Gerald and Vickie Frost. His childhood and school years were spent spread between Salina, Russell and Natoma, KS.&nbsp;His adult life was spent mainly in Colorado and Russell working in the fencing business and in several different areas&nbsp;in the oilfield. He was one of the hardest workers anyone ever knew.Dalton and his twin were daredevils from the start and lived life at full speed. He loved being in the outdoors, whether it was hunting, fishing, camping, going to the lake, or just driving on country roads for hours.&nbsp;There wasn’t a mechanical issue that he couldn’t solve or a tool he couldn’t reinvent to get the job done. He loved cracking open a cold one and shooting the breeze with his friends and family. His daughter, Kenlee, was his world and he did anything and everything he could for her. Dalton never knew a stranger because anyone he met automatically became his friend. His big smile, loving hugs and great sense of humor would make&nbsp;anyone’s day better. He would do anything for anyone&nbsp;and was selfless to a fault. His family, daughter and close friends meant everything to him&nbsp;and&nbsp;are the reason he stayed on Earth as long as he did.&nbsp;He was&nbsp;preceded&nbsp;in death by his twin brother, Dakota; his paternal and maternal grandparents; three uncles; two aunts; and a niece.He is survived by his mother, Vickie Frost (Leonard Boese) of Susank, KS; his father, Gerald Frost of Russell, KS; his daughter, Kenlee Peterson, and his son, Jaxon Casper, both of Russell, KS; his sister, Amanda Fabian Valadez (Enoe) of Russell, KS; his sister, Amber Frost of Lawrence, KS; his brothers Shane Michaelis and Ethan Frost (Justus), both of Russell, KS; his many beloved nieces and nephews: Braden, Gianna, Arya, Isabella, Briley, Haven, Zane, Nevaeh, Alieah, Matteo,&nbsp;Little Ethan, Ryker, Valencia, and Xavier; and by many special aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.&nbsp;There will be a gathering at Pohlman&nbsp;Varner Peeler Mortuary on&nbsp;Friday, April 14, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to sign the guest book, visit with the family, pay respects, and&nbsp;view memory&nbsp;boards. At a later, warmer date, a larger celebration of life event will take place outdoors. When the date, time, and location of this event are decided, they will be announced by both the mortuary and family.&nbsp;Cremation has been chosen and there will be no internment at this time.&nbsp;Any donations to help with&nbsp;funeral&nbsp;expenses can be given directly to the mortuary&nbsp;and made payable to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, 610 N. Maple St., Russell, Kansas 67665.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Dalton Lynn Frost

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February 22, 1929 ~ April 2, 2023 (age 94)

LINCOLN Nola Darlene Cromwell, 94, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Lincoln Park Manor, Lincoln, KS. She was born February 22, 1929, in Lincoln County, KS to Albert and Dorothy (Yost) Benson.

Nola was a lifetime resident of Lincoln County. She grew up near Denmark where she attended grade school. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1947. 

Nola married Daniel Maurice Cromwell in Kansas City, KS on March 6, 1949. 

She was a true farmwife, helping Daniel with all the farm operations and even running the farm with son, Benny when Daniel was gone hauling cattle. Later, she was a bus driver for 32 years for the Lincoln schools. Nola and Daniel enjoyed traveling and later she traveled to many destinations with friends and family. Nola had an affection for Native American culture and always admired their artwork. She was a member of the Lincoln Presbyterian Church until its closure when she joined the Lincoln United Methodist Church.

Nola is survived by her daughters Debra Meier (Nolan) of Lantana, TX and Sandra King of Lincoln; son Daniel Benson “Benny” Cromwell (Jeannine) of Lincoln; daughters Melodee Larsen (Rodney) of Lincoln, Carole Liggett (Galen) of Lincoln, and Dina Hackney (Ed) of Salina, KS; brother Ronald Benson (Jean) of Dumas, TX; sister Barbara Davis of Spokane, WA; 16 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren; former foreign exchange student Elaine (Brito) Pimentel of Brazil; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Daniel; granddaughter Tara King; and brother Royce Benson.

Visitation: 1-7 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Hall Chapel, Lincoln. Family will greet friends 5-7 p.m.

Funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at Hall Chapel with burial following at the Lincoln Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Lincoln United Methodist Church or the Lincoln Park Manor activities department, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.

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<h2>Nola Darlene (Benson) Cromwell, Lincoln</h2><a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/notices/Nola-Cromwell">https://www.hallchapel.com/notices/Nola-Cromwell</a>February 22, 1929 ~ April 2, 2023 (age 94)LINCOLN Nola Darlene Cromwell, 94, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Lincoln Park Manor, Lincoln, KS. She was born February 22, 1929, in Lincoln County, KS to Albert and Dorothy (Yost) Benson. Nola was a lifetime resident of Lincoln County. She grew up near Denmark where she attended grade school. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1947. Nola married Daniel Maurice Cromwell in Kansas City, KS on March 6, 1949. She was a true farmwife, helping Daniel with all the farm operations and even running the farm with son, Benny when Daniel was gone hauling cattle. Later, she was a bus driver for 32 years for the Lincoln schools. Nola and Daniel enjoyed traveling and later she traveled to many destinations with friends and family. Nola had an affection for Native American culture and always admired their artwork. She was a member of the Lincoln Presbyterian Church until its closure when she joined the Lincoln United Methodist Church.Nola is survived by her daughters Debra Meier (Nolan) of Lantana, TX and Sandra King of Lincoln; son Daniel Benson “Benny” Cromwell (Jeannine) of Lincoln; daughters Melodee Larsen (Rodney) of Lincoln, Carole Liggett (Galen) of Lincoln, and Dina Hackney (Ed) of Salina, KS; brother Ronald Benson (Jean) of Dumas, TX; sister Barbara Davis of Spokane, WA; 16 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren; former foreign exchange student Elaine (Brito) Pimentel of Brazil; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Daniel; granddaughter Tara King; and brother Royce Benson.Visitation: 1-7 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Hall Chapel, Lincoln. Family will greet friends 5-7 p.m.Funeral service: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at Hall Chapel with burial following at the Lincoln Cemetery.Memorial contributions can be made to the Lincoln United Methodist Church or the Lincoln Park Manor activities department, c/o Hall Chapel, P.O. Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Nola-Cromwell/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Nola-Cromwell/1069525/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Nola Darlene (Benson) Cromwell, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hallchapel.com/obituary/Nola-Cromwell/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Nola Darlene (Benson) Cromwell

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Carol Jean Miller, 84, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, March 28th, 2023.

Carol was raised in Hoisington, Kansas on April 10, 1938, a daughter of the late Tina Luvenia (Smith) and John Paul Miller.

Survivors include her two daughters, Rayshonette Miller of Salina, Kansas, Tina Miller of Kansas City, Missouri; six grandchildren, Tamitrua Wilkins, Jere Thomas, Darius Thomas, Braxton Flemming, Brenan Latimer, Corey Latimer; 14 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Carol is also survived by her sister, Dorla "Deane" Hudson of Salina, Kansas.

She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters Geraldine Miller, Beverly Moon, Barbara Minnis; brother Jerome Miller.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 22, 2023, at St. John's Missionary Baptist Church.

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<h2>Carol Jean Miller, Salina</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27656603">https://www.carlsonfh.net/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27656603</a>April 10, 1938 - March 28, 2023Carol Jean Miller, 84, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, March 28th, 2023.Carol was raised in Hoisington, Kansas on April 10, 1938, a daughter of the late Tina Luvenia (Smith) and John Paul Miller.Survivors include her two daughters, Rayshonette Miller of Salina, Kansas, Tina Miller of Kansas City, Missouri; six grandchildren, Tamitrua Wilkins, Jere Thomas, Darius Thomas, Braxton Flemming, Brenan Latimer, Corey Latimer; 14 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.Carol is also survived by her sister, Dorla "Deane" Hudson of Salina, Kansas.She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters Geraldine Miller, Beverly Moon, Barbara Minnis; brother Jerome Miller.Cremation has been chosen.A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 22, 2023, at St. John's Missionary Baptist Church.To send flowers to the family of Carol, please&nbsp;<a href="http://carlsongeisendorf-funeral-home-crematory.tributestore.com/?oId=27656603&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_descriptionundefined&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Carol Jean Miller

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Cremation has taken place and no formal services are being planned. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested for the Funeral Expense Fund.

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<h2>James Victory, Beloit</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/james-victory">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/james-victory</a>December 28, 1946 - March 28, 2023Cremation has taken place and no formal services are being planned. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested for the Funeral Expense Fund.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;James Victory, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/james-victory/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

James Victory 

Vern Aaron Thomas was born at home in Salina, Kansas on June 27, 
1926.&nbsp; He was the son and only child of Guy and Bessie Johnston Thomas.&nbsp;
 Vern was a ray of light and optimism to everyone he met and genuinely 
loved life while always seeing it as a glass half full.&nbsp; He attended 
Phillips Grade School and Roosevelt Junior High before graduating from 
Salina High in 1944.&nbsp; 

While attending Kansas State University, he ran 
track and was a member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity.&nbsp; He 
graduated with a BS degree in 1949.&nbsp; After graduation he served in the 
U.S. Army from 1950 until 1952 stationed primarily at Fort Carson, 
Colorado, and was part of one of the last groups to be drafted after 
World War II.&nbsp; Following his time in the Army, he was an engineering 
technician with the Kansas Department of Transportation working in 
Salina, Beloit, and Lincoln before transferring to Topeka in 1960. He 
enjoyed the KDOT retirees club after his work tenure concluded.

Although Vern called Topeka home, he spent decades helping care for 
and visit his parents and relatives in Salina.&nbsp; He loved traveling with 
family and had many driving trips to both coasts and in Canada.&nbsp; After 
retiring in 1987 he began earnest travel and work in his family’s 
genealogy.&nbsp; This took him on repeated trips to the upper Midwest, 
Pennsylvania and Utah. During these travels, often accompanied by his 
aunt, Vesta Crowther, they visited many friends and family.&nbsp; It also 
allowed him to indulge in his passion for photography which lead to 
numerous awards for his photographs.&nbsp;

Much of his interest in genealogy began during his time as a 
volunteer librarian at the Topeka Genealogical Society.&nbsp; Vern was 
extremely generous with his time, energy and knowledge of finding family
 histories and searching in archives.&nbsp; He shared his abilities not only 
with numerous people through the years but with various historical 
societies in Kansas.&nbsp; Vern’s induction to the Sons of the American 
Revolution was a milestone for him.

Vern was also active for many decades in the Topeka bowling 
community.&nbsp; He warmly talked about all of the men and women he had as 
teammates, fellow friends in the various leagues he played, and even in 
his nineties was truly energized and excited in a young cousin, who 
looked to Vern for bowling inspiration.&nbsp; He was a proud member of 
American Bowling Congress (now USBC).

Vern was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church in 
Salina (since 1937) and Lowman United Methodist Church in Topeka. His 
faith and church community enlarged his life.

Vern was so loved by his family.&nbsp; He was an only child and never 
married so his aunts and uncles, cousins and cousins’ children brought 
him much joy.&nbsp; Vern was incredibly diligent with corresponding with 
dozens of relatives spread out across the United States.&nbsp; He always had 
an incredible story to tell, and new gadget to share, and had a memory 
better than most.&nbsp; His empathy was steadfast without being overt and 
Vern was always true and strong to himself.&nbsp; He will be forever missed 
while bringing smiles and laughter in our memories of him.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Family would like to thank the staff of Aldersgate Village in 
Topeka.&nbsp; The staff, especially Carl Noyes, have been a lifeline of 
information and support throughout his final years in residence there 
and made a tough move within the community during COVID manageable.&nbsp; 
Vern cherished his friends and staff there.

Vern left this world on March 27, 2023, at peace with the full life 
he lived.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life reception will be held at 10am on 
Saturday, April 15th, at Lowman United Methodist Church, 4101 SW 15th 
Street in Topeka, Kansas.

A private burial and service will be held by the family at Roselawn Memorial Park in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Vern Aaron Thomas was born at home in Salina, Kansas on June 27, 
1926.&nbsp; He was the son and only child of Guy and Bessie Johnston Thomas.&nbsp;
 Vern was a ray of light and optimism to everyone he met and genuinely 
loved life while always seeing it as a glass half full.&nbsp; He attended 
Phillips Grade School and Roosevelt Junior High before graduating from 
Salina High in 1944.&nbsp; While attending Kansas State University, he ran 
track and was a member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity.&nbsp; He 
graduated with a BS degree in 1949.&nbsp; After graduation he served in the 
U.S. Army from 1950 until 1952 stationed primarily at Fort Carson, 
Colorado, and was part of one of the last groups to be drafted after 
World War II.&nbsp; Following his time in the Army, he was an engineering 
technician with the Kansas Department of Transportation working in 
Salina, Beloit, and Lincoln before transferring to Topeka in 1960. He 
enjoyed the KDOT retirees club after his work tenure concluded.Although Vern called Topeka home, he spent decades helping care for 
and visit his parents and relatives in Salina.&nbsp; He loved traveling with 
family and had many driving trips to both coasts and in Canada.&nbsp; After 
retiring in 1987 he began earnest travel and work in his family’s 
genealogy.&nbsp; This took him on repeated trips to the upper Midwest, 
Pennsylvania and Utah. During these travels, often accompanied by his 
aunt, Vesta Crowther, they visited many friends and family.&nbsp; It also 
allowed him to indulge in his passion for photography which lead to 
numerous awards for his photographs.&nbsp;Much of his interest in genealogy began during his time as a 
volunteer librarian at the Topeka Genealogical Society.&nbsp; Vern was 
extremely generous with his time, energy and knowledge of finding family
 histories and searching in archives.&nbsp; He shared his abilities not only 
with numerous people through the years but with various historical 
societies in Kansas.&nbsp; Vern’s induction to the Sons of the American 
Revolution was a milestone for him.Vern was also active for many decades in the Topeka bowling 
community.&nbsp; He warmly talked about all of the men and women he had as 
teammates, fellow friends in the various leagues he played, and even in 
his nineties was truly energized and excited in a young cousin, who 
looked to Vern for bowling inspiration.&nbsp; He was a proud member of 
American Bowling Congress (now USBC).Vern was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church in 
Salina (since 1937) and Lowman United Methodist Church in Topeka. His 
faith and church community enlarged his life.Vern was so loved by his family.&nbsp; He was an only child and never 
married so his aunts and uncles, cousins and cousins’ children brought 
him much joy.&nbsp; Vern was incredibly diligent with corresponding with 
dozens of relatives spread out across the United States.&nbsp; He always had 
an incredible story to tell, and new gadget to share, and had a memory 
better than most.&nbsp; His empathy was steadfast without being overt and 
Vern was always true and strong to himself.&nbsp; He will be forever missed 
while bringing smiles and laughter in our memories of him.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The Family would like to thank the staff of Aldersgate Village in 
Topeka.&nbsp; The staff, especially Carl Noyes, have been a lifeline of 
information and support throughout his final years in residence there 
and made a tough move within the community during COVID manageable.&nbsp; 
Vern cherished his friends and staff there.Vern left this world on March 27, 2023, at peace with the full life 
he lived.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life reception will be held at 10am on 
Saturday, April 15th, at Lowman United Methodist Church, 4101 SW 15th 
Street in Topeka, Kansas.A private burial and service will be held by the family at Roselawn Memorial Park in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp;Donations can be made in his memory to the Topeka Genealogical 
Society and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

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