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Donald Loren Stroede was born June 20th, 1943, in Ellsworth, Kansas to Loren and Berenice Stroede, eventually becoming the big brother to two sisters, Judy and Pam. He peacefully left this world at 3:30 a.m. March 6th, 2023, at Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit, Kansas.

Don graduated from Tescott High School in Tescott, Kansas in 1961.&nbsp; Immediately after high school he entered the work force cutting meat for Boogaarts in Minneapolis, Kansas.

On January 9th, 1962, Don postponed his work life and joined the U.S. Navy and was assigned to the Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron based out of Atsugi, Japan, where he flew on reconnaissance planes all over the far east, including the Philippines, Thailand and Korea.&nbsp; In May 1964 he was assigned to Danang AFB, South Vietnam and was part of the crew on the first permanent attachment sent to South Vietnam where he flew on reconnaissance missions in conjunction with the strike forces off the Carrier Air Group stationed in the Gulf of Tonkin.&nbsp; Don received two Meritorious Achievement Citations for “courage and devotion to duty in the face of hazardous flying conditions.” During his service Don logged over 62 flights and 3,000 hours of flight time.&nbsp; Don was honorably discharged on May 2nd, 1966.

Upon returning from his service to the United States, Don resumed his career as a meat cutter in Minneapolis, Concordia, and eventually, Beloit, for the next 28 years.&nbsp; Upon leaving Boogaarts and the meat cutting business, Don enjoyed many years with the city of Beloit working at the water treatment plant.

During his time in Concordia, Don met and married Sharon Homolka, from Chester, Nebraska.&nbsp; Don and Sharon were married on September 17, 1967.&nbsp; Don gladly adopted Shelly and Darren and later Randy and Chad were born into the family.&nbsp;

Don was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.&nbsp; Over the years Don enjoyed being outdoors camping, fishing and hunting, especially with his friends, kids and grandkids and of course his beloved German shorthaired pointers.&nbsp; Don was a great teacher always by example when it came to anything from hunting, fishing, home improvements or shade tree mechanic work. Don always followed the kids and grandkids in their endeavors whether it be sports, dance or anything else they may be interested in.&nbsp; No matter if it was the holidays or just because it was a good day Don always loved hosting family dinners and barbeques at “mom and dad's.”

Don was preceded in death by his parents Loren and Berenice, in-laws Rudy and Evelyn Homolka, grandchildren Amber and Dillon Stroede, and his dear wife of 49 years, Sharon, who he is now happily reunited with.

Left to mourn his passing are his children Shelly and Mike Wilkison, Darren and Kelsey Stroede, Randy and Tonya Stroede and Chad and Maggie Stroede all of Beloit; his sisters Judy and Leon Hannebaum of Salina and Pam and Ben Bentley of Canyon, Texas; grandchildren Kirk and Gina Calhoon, Kaid Calhoon, Reese and Maddi Wilkison, Austin and Remington Stroede and Colbi Stroede; great-grandchildren Rex, Sam and Francie Calhoon and Cash Calhoon.

Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 10 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation with the family present will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place. 

Memorials may be given to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

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<h2>Don L. Stroede, Beloit</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/don-stroede">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/don-stroede</a>June 20, 1943 - March 6, 2023Donald Loren Stroede was born June 20th, 1943, in Ellsworth, Kansas to Loren and Berenice Stroede, eventually becoming the big brother to two sisters, Judy and Pam. He peacefully left this world at 3:30 a.m. March 6th, 2023, at Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit, Kansas.Don graduated from Tescott High School in Tescott, Kansas in 1961.&nbsp; Immediately after high school he entered the work force cutting meat for Boogaarts in Minneapolis, Kansas.On January 9th, 1962, Don postponed his work life and joined the U.S. Navy and was assigned to the Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron based out of Atsugi, Japan, where he flew on reconnaissance planes all over the far east, including the Philippines, Thailand and Korea.&nbsp; In May 1964 he was assigned to Danang AFB, South Vietnam and was part of the crew on the first permanent attachment sent to South Vietnam where he flew on reconnaissance missions in conjunction with the strike forces off the Carrier Air Group stationed in the Gulf of Tonkin.&nbsp; Don received two Meritorious Achievement Citations for “courage and devotion to duty in the face of hazardous flying conditions.” During his service Don logged over 62 flights and 3,000 hours of flight time.&nbsp; Don was honorably discharged on May 2nd, 1966.Upon returning from his service to the United States, Don resumed his career as a meat cutter in Minneapolis, Concordia, and eventually, Beloit, for the next 28 years.&nbsp; Upon leaving Boogaarts and the meat cutting business, Don enjoyed many years with the city of Beloit working at the water treatment plant.During his time in Concordia, Don met and married Sharon Homolka, from Chester, Nebraska.&nbsp; Don and Sharon were married on September 17, 1967.&nbsp; Don gladly adopted Shelly and Darren and later Randy and Chad were born into the family.&nbsp;Don was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.&nbsp; Over the years Don enjoyed being outdoors camping, fishing and hunting, especially with his friends, kids and grandkids and of course his beloved German shorthaired pointers.&nbsp; Don was a great teacher always by example when it came to anything from hunting, fishing, home improvements or shade tree mechanic work. Don always followed the kids and grandkids in their endeavors whether it be sports, dance or anything else they may be interested in.&nbsp; No matter if it was the holidays or just because it was a good day Don always loved hosting family dinners and barbeques at “mom and dad's.”Don was preceded in death by his parents Loren and Berenice, in-laws Rudy and Evelyn Homolka, grandchildren Amber and Dillon Stroede, and his dear wife of 49 years, Sharon, who he is now happily reunited with.Left to mourn his passing are his children Shelly and Mike Wilkison, Darren and Kelsey Stroede, Randy and Tonya Stroede and Chad and Maggie Stroede all of Beloit; his sisters Judy and Leon Hannebaum of Salina and Pam and Ben Bentley of Canyon, Texas; grandchildren Kirk and Gina Calhoon, Kaid Calhoon, Reese and Maddi Wilkison, Austin and Remington Stroede and Colbi Stroede; great-grandchildren Rex, Sam and Francie Calhoon and Cash Calhoon.Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, March 10 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. Visitation with the family present will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be given to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Don L. Stroede, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/don-stroede/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Don L. Stroede 

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Funeral arrangements will take place in Rapid City, SD.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Thomas Petersen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/thomas-petersen/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Thomas Petersen, Cawker City</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/thomas-petersen">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/thomas-petersen</a>March 18, 1944 - March 6, 2023Funeral arrangements will take place in Rapid City, SD.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Thomas Petersen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/thomas-petersen/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Thomas Petersen

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Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 13 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. A rosary service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, and 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.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Betty Krier, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Betty Krier, Beloit</h2><a href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier">https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier</a>March 28, 1929 - March 6, 2023Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 13 at the Roberts Family Funeral Home. A rosary service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, and 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.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Betty Krier, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralservice.com/obituary/betty-krier/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Betty Krier 

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HILLSBORO Rita Diane Thomas passed away peacefully on March 4, 2023 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro, KS. She was 79 years old.

She was born April 9, 1943. The daughter of Carl and Verna (Suffield) Hansen, she grew up on the Townsend Ranch located near Peabody, KS. 

She graduated from Peabody High School in 1961. She then moved to Emporia and graduated from KSTC (ESU) with a bachelor's degree in education in 1965. 

Starting her elementary teaching career soon after in Strong City, KS, she then took time off to start her family. During that time, she received her master's degree in education from ESU in 1973. After her children were of school age, she returned to teaching at Logan Avenue Elementary school for 22 years before retiring.

She is survived by her sister Carlene and brother-in-law Carl Bedner of Emporia, KS, her daughter Shelli R. Thomas-Snyder (David) of Wichita, KS, son Brian R. Thomas (Jennifer) of Emporia, KS.&nbsp;

Rita adored and doted on her grandchildren Breanna and Ashlyn Voorhees, Kaylee, Nathan, and Jordan Thomas, and great-grandchildren JaeLeigh and RynLeigh Nettrouer and Finneas Rivard.

Because she loved all animals, memorials may be sent to the Humane Society of the Flint Hills or David Traylor Zoo, care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 96, Marion, KS 66861.

Per her wishes, there will be no funeral services. Inurnment will be at the Claney Cemetery near Marion,KS next to her beloved parents. 

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries">https://www.yazelmeglifh.com/obituaries</a> April 9, 1943 - March 4, 2023HILLSBORO Rita Diane Thomas passed away peacefully on March 4, 2023 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro, KS. She was 79 years old.She was born April 9, 1943. The daughter of Carl and Verna (Suffield) Hansen, she grew up on the Townsend Ranch located near Peabody, KS. She graduated from Peabody High School in 1961. She then moved to Emporia and graduated from KSTC (ESU) with a bachelor's degree in education in 1965. Starting her elementary teaching career soon after in Strong City, KS, she then took time off to start her family. During that time, she received her master's degree in education from ESU in 1973. After her children were of school age, she returned to teaching at Logan Avenue Elementary school for 22 years before retiring.She is survived by her sister Carlene and brother-in-law Carl Bedner of Emporia, KS, her daughter Shelli R. Thomas-Snyder (David) of Wichita, KS, son Brian R. Thomas (Jennifer) of Emporia, KS.&nbsp;Rita adored and doted on her grandchildren Breanna and Ashlyn Voorhees, Kaylee, Nathan, and Jordan Thomas, and great-grandchildren JaeLeigh and RynLeigh Nettrouer and Finneas Rivard.Because she loved all animals, memorials may be sent to the Humane Society of the Flint Hills or David Traylor Zoo, care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 96, Marion, KS 66861.Per her wishes, there will be no funeral services. Inurnment will be at the Claney Cemetery near Marion,KS next to her beloved parents. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Rita at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/190e16db-8d56-415b-970a-2277447928e2" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Rita Diane Thomas, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/190e16db-8d56-415b-970a-2277447928e2" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Rita Diane Thomas

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Albert L. Callaway, age 76, of Concordia, KS, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023 at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on December 19, 1946 in Concordia, KS, to Emmett H. and Marguerite B. (Abbott) Callaway.

Albert was an active member of the Boy Scouts and received their highest rank of Eagle Scout. 

He graduated from Concordia High School in 1965 where he played many sports, proudly lettering in football and basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later attended Cloud County Community College and Emporia State University.&nbsp;

 He was a lifelong member of The Baptist Church of Concordia, KS.

Albert was married to Susan Blackburn, also from Concordia and now residing in Bellaire, TX, from 1969 to 1982.&nbsp; They had one daughter, Tabitha (Callaway) Rice. 

He is survived by his daughter, Tabitha, son-in-law William, and their three children, Mackenzie, Matthew, and Max Rice of Houston, TX.&nbsp; Survivors also include nephews Peter, Joseph, and James Callaway and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Donald Callaway.

Albert wished to be cremated and burial will be at a later date in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to Sunset Home in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; 

For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/" target="_blank">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.

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<h2>Albert L. Callaway, Concordia</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/albert-callaway">https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/albert-callaway</a>February 19, 1946 - Marc 6, 2023Albert L. Callaway, age 76, of Concordia, KS, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023 at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on December 19, 1946 in Concordia, KS, to Emmett H. and Marguerite B. (Abbott) Callaway.Albert was an active member of the Boy Scouts and received their highest rank of Eagle Scout. He graduated from Concordia High School in 1965 where he played many sports, proudly lettering in football and basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later attended Cloud County Community College and Emporia State University.&nbsp; He was a lifelong member of The Baptist Church of Concordia, KS.Albert was married to Susan Blackburn, also from Concordia and now residing in Bellaire, TX, from 1969 to 1982.&nbsp; They had one daughter, Tabitha (Callaway) Rice. He is survived by his daughter, Tabitha, son-in-law William, and their three children, Mackenzie, Matthew, and Max Rice of Houston, TX.&nbsp; Survivors also include nephews Peter, Joseph, and James Callaway and their families.He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Donald Callaway.Albert wished to be cremated and burial will be at a later date in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family suggests memorials to Sunset Home in care of Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chaputbuoy.com/" target="_blank">www.chaputbuoy.com</a>.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Albert L. Callaway, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.chaputbuoy.com/obituary/albert-callaway/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Albert L. Callaway

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Larry Lane&nbsp;was born on April 30, 1948, to Everton and Lillian (Christ) (Dowden) Lane, in Salina, Kansas. He passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023, surrounded by family in his home.

Larry suffered from COPD and had returned to his home under the care of Gentiva Hospice.

He graduated from Salina High School in 1967. He then was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War. 

Larry returned to Salina after his service in 1972, where he began his career with the City of Salina, until his retirement in 2010. 

He was married to Neva (Davis) (Yeagley) on May 12, 1990. Larry spent much of his free time fishing and boating.

Larry is survived by his son Trenten (Hannah) Walters, Salina, and stepson Jared (Marie) Yeagley, of Wichita; sister Roma (Troy) Zachary, and brother Hal (Cindy) Lane, and sister-in-law Patricia Lane of Oklahoma; nephews Josh (Amanda) Lane, Jeremy (Lori) Lane, nieces Barbara Bauman, Belinda McDaniel, Stacy (Barry) Doyle, and Alyssa (Eric) Lane-Blancho; great-nieces and nephews, and his companion cat, Indiana Jones.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents Everton and Lillian Lane, his wife Neva Lane, a brother, Ronnie Lane, and nephew Eric Bauman.

A Celebration of Life will be held on a come-and-go basis, starting at 1 p.m., and ending at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Lakewood Discovery Center. We will focus on the fact that it would have been Larry’s 75th birthday, so we will be serving cake to celebrate.

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<h2>Larry Lane</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Lane">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Lane</a>April 30, 1948 ~ March 2, 2023 (age 74)Larry Lane&nbsp;was born on April 30, 1948, to Everton and Lillian (Christ) (Dowden) Lane, in Salina, Kansas. He passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023, surrounded by family in his home.Larry suffered from COPD and had returned to his home under the care of Gentiva Hospice.He graduated from Salina High School in 1967. He then was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War. Larry returned to Salina after his service in 1972, where he began his career with the City of Salina, until his retirement in 2010. He was married to Neva (Davis) (Yeagley) on May 12, 1990. Larry spent much of his free time fishing and boating.Larry is survived by his son Trenten (Hannah) Walters, Salina, and stepson Jared (Marie) Yeagley, of Wichita; sister Roma (Troy) Zachary, and brother Hal (Cindy) Lane, and sister-in-law Patricia Lane of Oklahoma; nephews Josh (Amanda) Lane, Jeremy (Lori) Lane, nieces Barbara Bauman, Belinda McDaniel, Stacy (Barry) Doyle, and Alyssa (Eric) Lane-Blancho; great-nieces and nephews, and his companion cat, Indiana Jones.Larry is preceded in death by his parents Everton and Lillian Lane, his wife Neva Lane, a brother, Ronnie Lane, and nephew Eric Bauman.A Celebration of Life will be held on a come-and-go basis, starting at 1 p.m., and ending at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Lakewood Discovery Center. We will focus on the fact that it would have been Larry’s 75th birthday, so we will be serving cake to celebrate.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Lane/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Lane/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Larry Lane, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Larry-Lane/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Larry Lane

Virginia
 A. Densler, 88, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023,
 with&nbsp;her daughters by her side at McPherson Hospital.&nbsp; Virginia had 
been a resident of McPherson since 1978 and worked at Payless Shoe Store
 and Morris &amp; Son Clothiers.

Virginia
 was born on April 13, 1934, in Hamlet, NE, the daughter of Claude 
Montgomery and Eva Gladys (Boone) McMinn.&nbsp; She attended school in Hamlet
 and Wauneta, NE.&nbsp; 

She
 married Harry Lantz of Hamlet in 1968, and they moved to Canton, KS.&nbsp; 
Harry died in 1978. &nbsp;On June 20, 1988, Virginia married Robert Densler 
in Miami, OK.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on December 8, 2003.

Survivors
 include: two daughters, Marcia VanMeter (Gene) of McPherson, KS and 
Peggy Fortkamp of McPherson, KS; a brother, John McMinn of Hillsboro, 
KS; six grandchildren, Jerrod VanMeter of McPherson, KS, Jason Walters 
(Tiffani Floyd) of McPherson, KS, Joel VanMeter (Alicia) of Parkville, 
MO, Pam VanMeter of Moundridge, KS, Jen Walters-Boesker (Ryan) of 
Salina, KS, and Dylan Blosser of McPherson, KS; three 
great-grandchildren, Jewelissa VanMeter of McPherson, KS, Mikail Redar 
of Moundridge, KS and Marissa VanMeter of Moundridge, KS; step-children,
 Dave Densler (Dian) of Waverly, NE and Sherry Densler of Texas; two 
step-grandchildren, Heather Crook and Eric Densler; 
step-great-grandchild, Brecken Boesker; brother-in-law, Dean 
McGillivary; sister-in-law, Donna McMinn; close friend, Leo Mantz of 
McPherson, KS; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, three brothers, Claude 
McMinn, Clark McMinn, and Laurence McMinn, and a sister, Clarabelle 
McGillivary.

The
 family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM, Friday, March 
10, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; A graveside service will 
follow at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 10, at the McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial
 donations may be given to the McPherson Public Library in care of 
Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

<figure>
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 </figure>Virginia
 A. Densler, 88, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023,
 with&nbsp;her daughters by her side at McPherson Hospital.&nbsp; Virginia had 
been a resident of McPherson since 1978 and worked at Payless Shoe Store
 and Morris &amp; Son Clothiers.Virginia
 was born on April 13, 1934, in Hamlet, NE, the daughter of Claude 
Montgomery and Eva Gladys (Boone) McMinn.&nbsp; She attended school in Hamlet
 and Wauneta, NE.&nbsp; She
 married Harry Lantz of Hamlet in 1968, and they moved to Canton, KS.&nbsp; 
Harry died in 1978. &nbsp;On June 20, 1988, Virginia married Robert Densler 
in Miami, OK.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on December 8, 2003.Survivors
 include: two daughters, Marcia VanMeter (Gene) of McPherson, KS and 
Peggy Fortkamp of McPherson, KS; a brother, John McMinn of Hillsboro, 
KS; six grandchildren, Jerrod VanMeter of McPherson, KS, Jason Walters 
(Tiffani Floyd) of McPherson, KS, Joel VanMeter (Alicia) of Parkville, 
MO, Pam VanMeter of Moundridge, KS, Jen Walters-Boesker (Ryan) of 
Salina, KS, and Dylan Blosser of McPherson, KS; three 
great-grandchildren, Jewelissa VanMeter of McPherson, KS, Mikail Redar 
of Moundridge, KS and Marissa VanMeter of Moundridge, KS; step-children,
 Dave Densler (Dian) of Waverly, NE and Sherry Densler of Texas; two 
step-grandchildren, Heather Crook and Eric Densler; 
step-great-grandchild, Brecken Boesker; brother-in-law, Dean 
McGillivary; sister-in-law, Donna McMinn; close friend, Leo Mantz of 
McPherson, KS; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.She
 was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, three brothers, Claude 
McMinn, Clark McMinn, and Laurence McMinn, and a sister, Clarabelle 
McGillivary.The
 family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM, Friday, March 
10, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; A graveside service will 
follow at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 10, at the McPherson Cemetery.Memorial
 donations may be given to the McPherson Public Library in care of 
Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Virginia A. Densler

Paul E. Junk passed away peacefully with his family, on March 7th, 2023. Paul was born on July 30th, 1936, to Thomas Junk and Anna Krier in Osborne, KS. Paul was the youngest of 13 who have all preceded him in death. He graduated in 1955 from J.K. Mullen High School in Fort Logan, CO,&nbsp;&nbsp; where he was very active in sports. In 1956 he joined the US Navy where he served honorably. He moved to Salina, KS in his early 20s, where he met and married his wife, Carol Albers. They were married for 59 years and had two children, Mike, and Michelle. In 1969, Paul started a cabinet company, Crestwood Inc. The business originated out of a small shop in south Salina and grew into a burgeoning custom cabinet business that is known nationwide and employs around 150 people in the Salina area. Paul was not afraid of taking risks and pursing what he did best, building things and working with his hands. He had an uncanny ability to imagine a tool for a particular purpose and invent it himself. He decided to start the business after having to discard low quality cabinets that he had ordered for a house he was building.&nbsp; He said to himself, “If they can build them that bad, I can too” and that’s how it started.

Paul demonstrated tremendous dedication and devotion to his family, community, and church. He was a devout Catholic and was active in Saint Mary’s Parish throughout his life. Paul served on the board of directors for several Salina businesses and charities. He was inducted into the Salina Business Hall of Fame, which honors small business leaders who have made extraordinary contributions to Salina. He was a member of Salina Country Club and was an avid golfer throughout his life.

Paul was a loving and supportive husband and father. He was blessed with six beautiful grandchildren, five of which lived down the block and often spent more time at their grandparent’s house than their own. Paul was an outstanding role model for his entire family. He instilled the value of hard work, humility, forgiveness, and love. Indeed, he left the world a better place.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Junk of Salina KS; his children Michelle (Katrina Schulze) Haines of Kansas City, Mike (Katie) Junk of Salina; six grandchildren, Haley (Will) Humphrey of Kansas City, Hannah Junk of Omaha NE, Kyler, Elyse, Tessa, and Eli Junk of Salina.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Mary’s Parish Saturday March 11th&nbsp;at 10 am. Burial will be held at the All Saints Catholic Cemetery. Visitation celebrating Paul’s life will be held at Ryan Mortuary on Friday March 10th&nbsp;from 5pm-7pm. Vigil services will be held at 7pm. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Saint Mary’s Grade School and Sacred Heart Jr./Sr. High School

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples” – Mother Teresa

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 </figure>Paul E. Junk passed away peacefully with his family, on March 7th, 2023. Paul was born on July 30th, 1936, to Thomas Junk and Anna Krier in Osborne, KS. Paul was the youngest of 13 who have all preceded him in death. He graduated in 1955 from J.K. Mullen High School in Fort Logan, CO,&nbsp;&nbsp; where he was very active in sports. In 1956 he joined the US Navy where he served honorably. He moved to Salina, KS in his early 20s, where he met and married his wife, Carol Albers. They were married for 59 years and had two children, Mike, and Michelle. In 1969, Paul started a cabinet company, Crestwood Inc. The business originated out of a small shop in south Salina and grew into a burgeoning custom cabinet business that is known nationwide and employs around 150 people in the Salina area. Paul was not afraid of taking risks and pursing what he did best, building things and working with his hands. He had an uncanny ability to imagine a tool for a particular purpose and invent it himself. He decided to start the business after having to discard low quality cabinets that he had ordered for a house he was building.&nbsp; He said to himself, “If they can build them that bad, I can too” and that’s how it started.Paul demonstrated tremendous dedication and devotion to his family, community, and church. He was a devout Catholic and was active in Saint Mary’s Parish throughout his life. Paul served on the board of directors for several Salina businesses and charities. He was inducted into the Salina Business Hall of Fame, which honors small business leaders who have made extraordinary contributions to Salina. He was a member of Salina Country Club and was an avid golfer throughout his life.Paul was a loving and supportive husband and father. He was blessed with six beautiful grandchildren, five of which lived down the block and often spent more time at their grandparent’s house than their own. Paul was an outstanding role model for his entire family. He instilled the value of hard work, humility, forgiveness, and love. Indeed, he left the world a better place.He is survived by his wife, Carol Junk of Salina KS; his children Michelle (Katrina Schulze) Haines of Kansas City, Mike (Katie) Junk of Salina; six grandchildren, Haley (Will) Humphrey of Kansas City, Hannah Junk of Omaha NE, Kyler, Elyse, Tessa, and Eli Junk of Salina.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Mary’s Parish Saturday March 11th&nbsp;at 10 am. Burial will be held at the All Saints Catholic Cemetery. Visitation celebrating Paul’s life will be held at Ryan Mortuary on Friday March 10th&nbsp;from 5pm-7pm. Vigil services will be held at 7pm. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Saint Mary’s Grade School and Sacred Heart Jr./Sr. High School“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples” – Mother Teresa

Paul E. Junk

Shirley Ann (Sealock) Farber passed away February 28, 2023, in Hoxie, Kansas. She was born November 8, 1935, in Hoxie, the daughter of Vern and Florence Sealock. Shirley married Ford Farber of Hoxie August 21, 1955 and began her lifelong , labour of love as a devoted mother and wife. She was often heard to say “I have 5 sons”, smiling the whole time. And so the endless meals, the endless ball games and sporting events, and sleepless nights began. Shirley and Ford lived in Jamestown, Lenora, Concordia, Colby, and eventually settled in Norton, Kansas for over 45 years. As a hobby, Shirley enjoyed sewing. Shirley worked for Valley Hope, Norton, Kansas before she retired. Later in life, she loved to travel with Ford and watch him create treasured projects in the shop.

This is the last door Shirley will stand in front of, waiting for a son to open for her.

Shirley is survived four sons Alan (Kim) of Denver, Colorado, Curt (Mona) of Ellinwood, Kansas, Scott of Norton, Kansas and Eric (Renee) of Minburn, Iowa.; sisters Donna Mowry and husband Richard of Morland, Kansas and Jan Pyle And husband John of Lawrence, Kansas; sister-in-law, Wanda Sealock; nine grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by husband, Ford; son, Bruce Farber; parents, Vern and Florence Sealock; brother, Phillip Sealock; and step-brother, Wayne Shepard.

Visitation will be Saturday March 11, 2023 at 9 AM at the Hoxie United Methodist Church followed by the Celebration Of Life Services at 10:30 AM. Following the service inurnment will take place in the Hoxie City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County Health Complex LTC and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie Kansas 67740. Words of caring and comfort may be left at <a href="http://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com">www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com</a>.

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 </figure>Shirley Ann (Sealock) Farber passed away February 28, 2023, in Hoxie, Kansas. She was born November 8, 1935, in Hoxie, the daughter of Vern and Florence Sealock. Shirley married Ford Farber of Hoxie August 21, 1955 and began her lifelong , labour of love as a devoted mother and wife. She was often heard to say “I have 5 sons”, smiling the whole time. And so the endless meals, the endless ball games and sporting events, and sleepless nights began. Shirley and Ford lived in Jamestown, Lenora, Concordia, Colby, and eventually settled in Norton, Kansas for over 45 years. As a hobby, Shirley enjoyed sewing. Shirley worked for Valley Hope, Norton, Kansas before she retired. Later in life, she loved to travel with Ford and watch him create treasured projects in the shop.This is the last door Shirley will stand in front of, waiting for a son to open for her.Shirley is survived four sons Alan (Kim) of Denver, Colorado, Curt (Mona) of Ellinwood, Kansas, Scott of Norton, Kansas and Eric (Renee) of Minburn, Iowa.; sisters Donna Mowry and husband Richard of Morland, Kansas and Jan Pyle And husband John of Lawrence, Kansas; sister-in-law, Wanda Sealock; nine grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by husband, Ford; son, Bruce Farber; parents, Vern and Florence Sealock; brother, Phillip Sealock; and step-brother, Wayne Shepard.Visitation will be Saturday March 11, 2023 at 9 AM at the Hoxie United Methodist Church followed by the Celebration Of Life Services at 10:30 AM. Following the service inurnment will take place in the Hoxie City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County Health Complex LTC and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie Kansas 67740. Words of caring and comfort may be left at <a href="http://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com">www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com</a>.

Shirley Ann (Sealock) Farber

S. Virginia (Lusk) Bingham, age 81, caregiver/homemaker, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023.&nbsp;

Memorial Services, 1pm, Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Webb-Shinkle Mortuary Chapel, Clearwater.&nbsp;

Virginia was born on Saturday, May 17, 1941, in Clayton, New Mexico, 
to her parents, Wilborn Eugene Lusk and Elicia Donasiana “Alice” 
Gonzales Lusk. She graduated from Clearwater High School, Clearwater, 
KS. She was united in marriage to Clarence William Bingham on June 11, 
1960, in Haysville, KS.&nbsp;

Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; parents, Wilborn and Alice (Gonzales) Lusk; sister, Carol Berger.

Survivors: children, Darla (Samantha Killsnight) Bingham of Wichita, 
LuAnn (Donna Robinson) Lakin of San Antonio, TX, Audra (Jeremy) Miller 
of Haysville, Clint Bingham of Wichita, Sonya Goodman of Salina, and 
Christy (Brock) Trefethen of Hutchinson; sisters, Pat Garcia, Bernice 
(Jim) Tune; brother, Elvin Lusk; 13 grandchildren, 13 
great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, Memorials: Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 
National Headquarters, 6520 N. Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 
33309-2132 OR ALS Association, 3450 N. Rock Rd. Suite 503, Wichita, KS 
67226.

S. Virginia (Lusk) Bingham, age 81, caregiver/homemaker, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023.&nbsp;Memorial Services, 1pm, Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Webb-Shinkle Mortuary Chapel, Clearwater.&nbsp;Virginia was born on Saturday, May 17, 1941, in Clayton, New Mexico, 
to her parents, Wilborn Eugene Lusk and Elicia Donasiana “Alice” 
Gonzales Lusk. She graduated from Clearwater High School, Clearwater, 
KS. She was united in marriage to Clarence William Bingham on June 11, 
1960, in Haysville, KS.&nbsp;Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; parents, Wilborn and Alice (Gonzales) Lusk; sister, Carol Berger.Survivors: children, Darla (Samantha Killsnight) Bingham of Wichita, 
LuAnn (Donna Robinson) Lakin of San Antonio, TX, Audra (Jeremy) Miller 
of Haysville, Clint Bingham of Wichita, Sonya Goodman of Salina, and 
Christy (Brock) Trefethen of Hutchinson; sisters, Pat Garcia, Bernice 
(Jim) Tune; brother, Elvin Lusk; 13 grandchildren, 13 
great-grandchildren.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, Memorials: Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 
National Headquarters, 6520 N. Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 
33309-2132 OR ALS Association, 3450 N. Rock Rd. Suite 503, Wichita, KS 
67226.

S. Virginia (Lusk) Bingham

Tammey Franz, 41, of Salina Kansas passed away Wednesday, January 4th, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS.

She was born on March 10th, 1981, to Mary (Kathy) Bohannan and Steven Franz at Beaver County Memorial Hospital in Beaver, OK.

When Tammey was young she lived in Turpin, OK and went to school. She moved to Gorham, KS where she met Daren Kingsbury and graduated at Wilson High School in Wilson, KS. She later had three children with Daren. Tammey was always making people laugh and kept a sense of humor, she was also a great cook! Tammey also played the piano and loved music very much. Her kids and grandson were her life.

Her surviving family includes her children Katherine, Henry and Wyatt Kingsbury. Her Grandson Edward Kingsbury. Her siblings Jason Franz and Candice Hunt; great aunt Marlene Keating. She also had a close “adopted” family, a couple very special people to her were Lloyd and Linda Dumler.

She was preceded in death by her mother Kathy Bohannan and father Steven Franz.

A Graveside Inurnment Service will be 2:00 pm Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Restlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Liberal, KS.

Miller Mortuary, Liberal, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Tammey Franz, 41, of Salina Kansas passed away Wednesday, January 4th, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS.She was born on March 10th, 1981, to Mary (Kathy) Bohannan and Steven Franz at Beaver County Memorial Hospital in Beaver, OK.When Tammey was young she lived in Turpin, OK and went to school. She moved to Gorham, KS where she met Daren Kingsbury and graduated at Wilson High School in Wilson, KS. She later had three children with Daren. Tammey was always making people laugh and kept a sense of humor, she was also a great cook! Tammey also played the piano and loved music very much. Her kids and grandson were her life.Her surviving family includes her children Katherine, Henry and Wyatt Kingsbury. Her Grandson Edward Kingsbury. Her siblings Jason Franz and Candice Hunt; great aunt Marlene Keating. She also had a close “adopted” family, a couple very special people to her were Lloyd and Linda Dumler.She was preceded in death by her mother Kathy Bohannan and father Steven Franz.A Graveside Inurnment Service will be 2:00 pm Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Restlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Liberal, KS.Miller Mortuary, Liberal, is in charge of arrangements.

Tammey Franz

DOWNS — Anna Moubry, 70, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023.&nbsp; She was born April 5, 1952, in Smith Center, the daughter of Ruby (Likes) and Reuben Weaver.

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Walter Dean Weaver.

She is survived by her husband, Rex of the home; children: Krisiti Ann Ballard (Russell) of Louisville,KY, Jennifer Lynn Lawrence (Renee) of Bakersfield, CA, and Beck Morgan Whipple of Louisville, KY, Brett Moubry (Angela) of Downs, Lisa Boden (Brad) of Osborne; 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; brother, Reuben David Weaver of St. Louis, MO; sister, Aletha Calvert of Clinton, MO, nieces, nephews and a large host of friends.

Funeral service will be held Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church, Downs.&nbsp; Visitation will be Thursday, March 9 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the church. Burial will be at the Vansburgh Cemetery, Brownell, KS at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Memorials may be given to the Christian Agape Shop or Downs Parks and Recreation in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

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 </figure>DOWNS — Anna Moubry, 70, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023.&nbsp; She was born April 5, 1952, in Smith Center, the daughter of Ruby (Likes) and Reuben Weaver.She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Walter Dean Weaver.She is survived by her husband, Rex of the home; children: Krisiti Ann Ballard (Russell) of Louisville,KY, Jennifer Lynn Lawrence (Renee) of Bakersfield, CA, and Beck Morgan Whipple of Louisville, KY, Brett Moubry (Angela) of Downs, Lisa Boden (Brad) of Osborne; 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; brother, Reuben David Weaver of St. Louis, MO; sister, Aletha Calvert of Clinton, MO, nieces, nephews and a large host of friends.Funeral service will be held Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church, Downs.&nbsp; Visitation will be Thursday, March 9 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the church. Burial will be at the Vansburgh Cemetery, Brownell, KS at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Memorials may be given to the Christian Agape Shop or Downs Parks and Recreation in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

Anna Moubry

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Margaret (Peg) Baker Britton, 94, happily surrendered her remaining energy to the great cosmic dance and stardust cycle of life on March 4, 2023, at Salina Presbyterian Manor, Salina, KS.

She is survived by son Todd Tedlock Britton and wife Karen of Ellsworth; daughter Allyson (Ally) Britton of Ellsworth; granddaughter Mackenzie Britton and fiancé Jason Bright of Maryville, IL; grandson Drew Britton and wife Christy of Boulder, CO; grandson Tyler Britton of Cincinnati, OH; grandson Rodney Helus and wife Gennifer of Canton, GA; and great-granddaughters Emma Grace Helus, Elle Mia Helus, and Rowan Lena Britton. Rowan will soon be a big sister to a sibling expected to arrive this spring. Peg is also survived by nephew Kurt Kippes; niece Ann Kippes; niece Kay Kippes Maier; sister-in-law Sybil Sonnier Baker; and niece Andrea Baker Davoll.&nbsp; 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Roy Porter Britton, 1925-2008; son Dane Blackmour Britton, 1952-2008; sister Barbara Baker Kippes, 1932-1997; brother Bruce Hudson Baker Jr., 1936-1993; and daughter-in-law Linda Yarbrough Britton, 1953-1979.

Peg was born June 23, 1928, in Salina, KS, to Margaret Louella Tedlock and Bruce Hudson Baker, Sr. 

Peg graduated from Salina High School in 1946 and was elected Representative Girl. 

She graduated from the University of Kansas in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, winning the coveted Lawrence Schmidt Senior Architectural Design Award for Excellence. She was a member of Mortar Board, Pi Beta Phi sorority, and served as president of the KU Women’s Athletic Association. 

Margaret Jean Baker and Roy Porter Britton were married in Salina on March 17, 1951.

After graduation, she was employed by Edward Tanner and Associates, Architects in Kansas City, MO. 

Shortly after the birth of Dane, in 1952, the family relocated to Ellsworth, KS, so that Roy could join the family banking business. Ellsworth County was the birthplace of her father and the home of her paternal grandparents and great-grandparents.

While raising three children, Peg taught all eight grades at Oak Creek rural school, was a Cub Scout leader, and served on the board of Central Kansas Area Girl Scouts. She was on the board of directors of the Citizens State Bank and Trust, Ellsworth, and the board of directors of The Topeka Club. She served as Ellsworth Municipal Court Judge, state president of the Kansas Association of School Boards, and board of education member of USD #327 for 20 years. She was the first woman elected to the executive committee and board of directors of the Kansas State High School Activities Association. She was the first school board member named to the Kansas State Board for Teacher Professional Practices and the Kansas State Board for Teacher Accreditation. She also served on the Prairie Enterprise Project Community Economic Development board. 

Using her architecture degree, Peg designed their home in Ellsworth, a 4,256-square-foot retreat complete with a tower and bridge.&nbsp;

In her later years, Peg devoted enormous amounts of time to her children, grandchildren, and friends. She spent her energy doing what she loved, working to make her corner of the world a better place to live. Her great delights were being with family, traveling the world, cooking and eating delicious food (with lots of garlic and onions), enforcing proper grammar, and exploring the backroads of Kansas. She spent one day submerged in the Pacific Ocean in the USS Topeka Los Angeles class nuclear submarine, where she raised the periscope, experienced angles and dangles, ate with the crew, and climbed the 50-foot sail. Another major highlight was piloting the Goodyear Blimp one afternoon over Houston with a friend and one crew. She and her husband loved to travel to out-of-the-way places. They were in Panama in 1999 when the oversight of the famous Panama Canal was transferred from the U.S. to Panama; they were in Hong Kong in 1997 when the crown colony officially reverted to Chinese sovereignty ending 156 years of British rule. She may have been the only person in Kansas who watched (on her computer) the entirety of the failed Turkish military coup attempt against its country to take control as it transpired on the Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul.

Before most people even knew what a blog was, Peg was nationally recognized as the first female community daily blogger by the Wall Street Journal. She continued her daily blogging about Kansas events for ten years. She was the second person, following only the city administrator, in the Ellsworth area to get connected to the internet. Many family conversations subsequently were prefaced with “Don’t blog this, but…” or else it was eligible for publishing. Peg’s computer was her lifeline to the outside world. She made lifelong worldwide friends in mIRC chat rooms.&nbsp;

Peg chose to relocate to Presbyterian Manor on November 28, 2012, to receive all the health care she might need, get out from underneath her kids’ feet, and never have to relocate again while continuing to live independently with a modicum of help. Her door was always open; she shared countless bottles of wine with good company. Anytime KU played basketball, she rounded up her fellow “2nd-floor cheerleaders” to cheer them on. She managed beautifully to live a completely independent life surrounded by friends at the “Palace,” as she called it.&nbsp;

As a lifelong secular humanist and Democrat, she immersed herself in efforts to preserve the separation of church and state and raise awareness of feminist and equality issues. She was a lifelong proponent of public education, environmental awareness, and a woman’s right to choose.

Her body was cremated at the deceased's request, and there will be no service. Also, there will be no “celebration of life” as she said she wouldn’t be here to enjoy it and she’d already had many such celebrations over the years to which all of you had been invited, at least once, and probably many more times. The family doesn’t dare deviate from her wishes (she was in charge!) but encourages you to share a final toast in her honor. We recommend choosing an Ennio Morricone (Italian composer) score as your background ambiance. She listened to him daily on YouTube in her final months.&nbsp;

The family suggests memorial donations to any organization of your choice that enables Peg’s activism and impact on the world to continue. Her family thanks you for your lifetime of friendship, which she treasured.&nbsp;

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Margaret "Peg" (Baker) Britton, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton">https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton</a>June 23, 1928 ~ March 4, 2023 (age 94)Margaret (Peg) Baker Britton, 94, happily surrendered her remaining energy to the great cosmic dance and stardust cycle of life on March 4, 2023, at Salina Presbyterian Manor, Salina, KS.She is survived by son Todd Tedlock Britton and wife Karen of Ellsworth; daughter Allyson (Ally) Britton of Ellsworth; granddaughter Mackenzie Britton and fiancé Jason Bright of Maryville, IL; grandson Drew Britton and wife Christy of Boulder, CO; grandson Tyler Britton of Cincinnati, OH; grandson Rodney Helus and wife Gennifer of Canton, GA; and great-granddaughters Emma Grace Helus, Elle Mia Helus, and Rowan Lena Britton. Rowan will soon be a big sister to a sibling expected to arrive this spring. Peg is also survived by nephew Kurt Kippes; niece Ann Kippes; niece Kay Kippes Maier; sister-in-law Sybil Sonnier Baker; and niece Andrea Baker Davoll.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Roy Porter Britton, 1925-2008; son Dane Blackmour Britton, 1952-2008; sister Barbara Baker Kippes, 1932-1997; brother Bruce Hudson Baker Jr., 1936-1993; and daughter-in-law Linda Yarbrough Britton, 1953-1979.Peg was born June 23, 1928, in Salina, KS, to Margaret Louella Tedlock and Bruce Hudson Baker, Sr. Peg graduated from Salina High School in 1946 and was elected Representative Girl. She graduated from the University of Kansas in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, winning the coveted Lawrence Schmidt Senior Architectural Design Award for Excellence. She was a member of Mortar Board, Pi Beta Phi sorority, and served as president of the KU Women’s Athletic Association. Margaret Jean Baker and Roy Porter Britton were married in Salina on March 17, 1951.After graduation, she was employed by Edward Tanner and Associates, Architects in Kansas City, MO. Shortly after the birth of Dane, in 1952, the family relocated to Ellsworth, KS, so that Roy could join the family banking business. Ellsworth County was the birthplace of her father and the home of her paternal grandparents and great-grandparents.While raising three children, Peg taught all eight grades at Oak Creek rural school, was a Cub Scout leader, and served on the board of Central Kansas Area Girl Scouts. She was on the board of directors of the Citizens State Bank and Trust, Ellsworth, and the board of directors of The Topeka Club. She served as Ellsworth Municipal Court Judge, state president of the Kansas Association of School Boards, and board of education member of USD #327 for 20 years. She was the first woman elected to the executive committee and board of directors of the Kansas State High School Activities Association. She was the first school board member named to the Kansas State Board for Teacher Professional Practices and the Kansas State Board for Teacher Accreditation. She also served on the Prairie Enterprise Project Community Economic Development board. Using her architecture degree, Peg designed their home in Ellsworth, a 4,256-square-foot retreat complete with a tower and bridge.&nbsp;In her later years, Peg devoted enormous amounts of time to her children, grandchildren, and friends. She spent her energy doing what she loved, working to make her corner of the world a better place to live. Her great delights were being with family, traveling the world, cooking and eating delicious food (with lots of garlic and onions), enforcing proper grammar, and exploring the backroads of Kansas. She spent one day submerged in the Pacific Ocean in the USS Topeka Los Angeles class nuclear submarine, where she raised the periscope, experienced angles and dangles, ate with the crew, and climbed the 50-foot sail. Another major highlight was piloting the Goodyear Blimp one afternoon over Houston with a friend and one crew. She and her husband loved to travel to out-of-the-way places. They were in Panama in 1999 when the oversight of the famous Panama Canal was transferred from the U.S. to Panama; they were in Hong Kong in 1997 when the crown colony officially reverted to Chinese sovereignty ending 156 years of British rule. She may have been the only person in Kansas who watched (on her computer) the entirety of the failed Turkish military coup attempt against its country to take control as it transpired on the Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul.Before most people even knew what a blog was, Peg was nationally recognized as the first female community daily blogger by the Wall Street Journal. She continued her daily blogging about Kansas events for ten years. She was the second person, following only the city administrator, in the Ellsworth area to get connected to the internet. Many family conversations subsequently were prefaced with “Don’t blog this, but…” or else it was eligible for publishing. Peg’s computer was her lifeline to the outside world. She made lifelong worldwide friends in mIRC chat rooms.&nbsp;Peg chose to relocate to Presbyterian Manor on November 28, 2012, to receive all the health care she might need, get out from underneath her kids’ feet, and never have to relocate again while continuing to live independently with a modicum of help. Her door was always open; she shared countless bottles of wine with good company. Anytime KU played basketball, she rounded up her fellow “2nd-floor cheerleaders” to cheer them on. She managed beautifully to live a completely independent life surrounded by friends at the “Palace,” as she called it.&nbsp;As a lifelong secular humanist and Democrat, she immersed herself in efforts to preserve the separation of church and state and raise awareness of feminist and equality issues. She was a lifelong proponent of public education, environmental awareness, and a woman’s right to choose.Her body was cremated at the deceased's request, and there will be no service. Also, there will be no “celebration of life” as she said she wouldn’t be here to enjoy it and she’d already had many such celebrations over the years to which all of you had been invited, at least once, and probably many more times. The family doesn’t dare deviate from her wishes (she was in charge!) but encourages you to share a final toast in her honor. We recommend choosing an Ennio Morricone (Italian composer) score as your background ambiance. She listened to him daily on YouTube in her final months.&nbsp;The family suggests memorial donations to any organization of your choice that enables Peg’s activism and impact on the world to continue. Her family thanks you for your lifetime of friendship, which she treasured.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Margaret "Peg" (Baker) Britton, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/MargaretPeg-Britton/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Margaret (Peg) Baker Britton

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ELLSWORTH Lorene Ann Barta, 93, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023 in Ellsworth. She was born April 29, 1929 in Ellsworth County to John A. and Emma (Kyler) Svoboda.

She was a lifetime resident of Ellsworth County working for over 30 years at Ellsworth Memorial Hospital as a secretary in admissions. 

She married Kenneth Ray Barta in Ellsworth on October 14, 1947. 

She was a member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church and the church’s Altar Society, as well as the Ellsworth VFW Post 6485 Auxiliary and many card clubs.

Lorene is survived by her son Gary Barta of Ellsworth; daughter Cathy Soukup (Jerry) of Ellsworth; daughter-in-law Ellen Fulton Barta of Virginia Beach, VA; eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Kenneth; son Larry Barta; grandsons Matthew and Ty Lawrence Barta; and sister Velma Paull.

&nbsp; A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernard’s Catholic Church or Ellsworth County Cancer Fund, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Lorene-Barta">https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Lorene-Barta</a>April 29, 1929 ~ March 1, 2023 (age 93)ELLSWORTH Lorene Ann Barta, 93, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023 in Ellsworth. She was born April 29, 1929 in Ellsworth County to John A. and Emma (Kyler) Svoboda. She was a lifetime resident of Ellsworth County working for over 30 years at Ellsworth Memorial Hospital as a secretary in admissions. She married Kenneth Ray Barta in Ellsworth on October 14, 1947. She was a member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church and the church’s Altar Society, as well as the Ellsworth VFW Post 6485 Auxiliary and many card clubs.Lorene is survived by her son Gary Barta of Ellsworth; daughter Cathy Soukup (Jerry) of Ellsworth; daughter-in-law Ellen Fulton Barta of Virginia Beach, VA; eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Kenneth; son Larry Barta; grandsons Matthew and Ty Lawrence Barta; and sister Velma Paull.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernard’s Catholic Church or Ellsworth County Cancer Fund, c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Lorene-Barta/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Lorene-Barta/1069072/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Lorene Ann (Svoboda) Barta, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.parsonsfh.com/obituary/Lorene-Barta/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Lorene Ann Barta

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Jimmie Patterson, 91, died March 5, 2023, in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; He was born on December 6, 1931, in Ranger, TX the son of Elzo and Pearla (Choat) Patterson.&nbsp; 

Jimmy was raised in Ranger, TX and was a graduate from Ranger High School.&nbsp; He attended Ranger Junior College before joining the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; He served in the Korean War aboard the USS Boxer aircraft carrier.&nbsp; Following the war, he attended Odessa college for two years.&nbsp; 

He worked as a terminal manager for Mid-America Pipeline.&nbsp; 

Jimmy married Karen Brantley on June 12, 1957.&nbsp; They made their home in Lincoln, NE before moving to Clay Center in 1960.&nbsp; 

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Gary and Bill Patterson.

Daughter: Shawna and husband Bobby Fisher, McPherson, KS

Son: Barry and wife Lesa Patterson, Wamego, KS

Four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Memorials to Leonardville Nursing Home or the organization of the donor’s choice.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/jimmie-patterson">https://www.nsrfh.com/obituary/jimmie-patterson</a>December 6, 1931 - March 5, 2023Jimmie Patterson, 91, died March 5, 2023, in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; He was born on December 6, 1931, in Ranger, TX the son of Elzo and Pearla (Choat) Patterson.&nbsp; Jimmy was raised in Ranger, TX and was a graduate from Ranger High School.&nbsp; He attended Ranger Junior College before joining the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; He served in the Korean War aboard the USS Boxer aircraft carrier.&nbsp; Following the war, he attended Odessa college for two years.&nbsp; He worked as a terminal manager for Mid-America Pipeline.&nbsp; Jimmy married Karen Brantley on June 12, 1957.&nbsp; They made their home in Lincoln, NE before moving to Clay Center in 1960.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Gary and Bill Patterson.Survivors:Wife: Karen Patterson, Clay Center, KSSon: Kelley Patterson, Odessa, TXDaughter: Shawna and husband Bobby Fisher, McPherson, KSSon: Barry and wife Lesa Patterson, Wamego, KSSister: Barbara Fullingim, OKBrother: Mike Patterson, San Antonio, TXSister: Lana Chambers, Lubbock, TXFour grandchildren and six great-grandchildrenMemorial services will be held at a later date.Memorials to Leonardville Nursing Home or the organization of the donor’s choice.

Jimmie Patterson

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HOPE The obituary will be posted at a later date. &nbsp;

Memorials may be directed to Immanuel Lutheran Church- Shady Brook or Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Memorials may be directed to Immanuel Lutheran Church- Shady Brook or Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice in care of the funeral home.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/f9f52805-0b0a-4ed6-917e-c12e807c942d" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Edna Mae Lorei, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/f9f52805-0b0a-4ed6-917e-c12e807c942d" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Edna Mae Lorei

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Jennie Ruth Anderes, age 100, of Hope, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023 at Village Manor in Abilene. She was born on January 4, 1923 in Cheney, the daughter of Harry and Josie (Potts) Rediker. On November 19, 1945 at St. Columba Catholic Church in Elmo, she married Edwin Paul Anderes. He preceded her in death in 1973. Jennie was a homemaker and a member of St. Columba Catholic Church, St. Columba Altar Society, Dayton Circle, Elks Club and Jolly Mixers. She enjoyed quilting, embroidery and loved to be out working in the yard. She is survived by two sons, Bob Anderes and wife Patti of Hope and Richard Anderes of Hope; one daughter, Joyce Elburn of Abilene; six grandchildren, Jeff Anderes (Diane Pickering), Jennifer Dockins (Eric), Lori Hunter (Sam), Robert Falconio (Tara), Jarred Anderes (Jenny) and Nathan Anderes (Tracy), and ten great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Gene Anderes; one brother, Harry Rediker, Jr. and one great-grandson, Baby Boy Anderes. Parish rosary will be recited at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family will receive friends following the Rosary until 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 10, 2023 at St. Columba Catholic Church in Elmo. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, south of Elmo. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Columba Catholic Church or Dickinson County Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 176, Riley, Kansas 6653 and Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.apfunerals.com and www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/jennie-anderes/5152938/index.php">https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/jennie-anderes/5152938/index.php</a>January 4th, 1923 - March 3rd, 2023Jennie Ruth Anderes, age 100, of Hope, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023 at Village Manor in Abilene. She was born on January 4, 1923 in Cheney, the daughter of Harry and Josie (Potts) Rediker. On November 19, 1945 at St. Columba Catholic Church in Elmo, she married Edwin Paul Anderes. He preceded her in death in 1973. Jennie was a homemaker and a member of St. Columba Catholic Church, St. Columba Altar Society, Dayton Circle, Elks Club and Jolly Mixers. She enjoyed quilting, embroidery and loved to be out working in the yard. She is survived by two sons, Bob Anderes and wife Patti of Hope and Richard Anderes of Hope; one daughter, Joyce Elburn of Abilene; six grandchildren, Jeff Anderes (Diane Pickering), Jennifer Dockins (Eric), Lori Hunter (Sam), Robert Falconio (Tara), Jarred Anderes (Jenny) and Nathan Anderes (Tracy), and ten great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Gene Anderes; one brother, Harry Rediker, Jr. and one great-grandson, Baby Boy Anderes. Parish rosary will be recited at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family will receive friends following the Rosary until 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 10, 2023 at St. Columba Catholic Church in Elmo. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, south of Elmo. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Columba Catholic Church or Dickinson County Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 176, Riley, Kansas 6653 and Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.apfunerals.com and www.martinbeckercarlson.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jennie Ruth Anderes (Rediker)

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February 3, 1925 ~ March 3, 2023 (age 98)

Ann Sipavich&nbsp;was born in Mackville, Kentucky on February 3, 1925, to Thomas Durr and Laura Lee (Board) Durr. When Ann was 13 months old her family moved to DeKalb County, Illinois. 

She was a 1943 graduate of Kirkland High School, Kirkland, IL. 

She died March 3, 2023, at the age of 98 in Salina, KS, at Eaglecrest, where she had lived for the past 10 years.

Ann first married Delmer Way and after that marriage ended, she married William Sipavich in 1953. She and Bill were married for 47 years.

Ann worked throughout her life and took pride in doing a good job. Her first job, at age 16, was as a waitress at a diner. She was working at the diner the day Pearl Harbor was bombed and was prompted by a customer to turn the radio up so he could hear the news. She worked in several places during her life and will be best known for being the head of the housewares department at Ace Hardware, several years at DeKalb Ag Research, and as a “lunch lady” at Northern Illinois University dorms.

Ann was a wonderful mother and wanted nothing more than to see her children reach adulthood as happy individuals. She supported her children in pursuing their vastly different interests throughout their lives, and expressed her pride in their accomplishments. She was an excellent cook and often served company untried recipes because she’d know it was a keeper if people took second helpings. She loved getting together with family and friends; it was a common occurrence for friends to drop in for a visit, knowing the coffee would be on and cookies close at hand. Ann was beloved by her children’s friends and she loved hearing news about them through the years. 

She loved to crochet, learning the craft in midlife, and produced an impressive number of baby blankets and afghans. Ann was known for her sense of humor, which remained intact to the end. 

She was a member of First Baptist Church in DeKalb for 50+ years and took great comfort in her faith. Even as dementia took its toll, she could still recite the Lord’s Prayer.

Ann is survived by her daughter Lori (Nick) Berezovsky, Salina, KS, sister-in-law Gloria Durr, grandchildren Angela (Mark) Gorman, Carri (Mike) Novak, Max (Iryna) Berezovsky, and Zoya (Max) Zhuravlov, 12 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother John O. Durr, sister Nancy Whitney, son Curtis Way, and grandson Travis Way.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 349 S. 3rd St., DeKalb, IL 60115.

Funeral services will be announced at a later date to be held in DeKalb.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Ann-Sipavich">https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Ann-Sipavich</a>February 3, 1925 ~ March 3, 2023 (age 98)Ann Sipavich&nbsp;was born in Mackville, Kentucky on February 3, 1925, to Thomas Durr and Laura Lee (Board) Durr. When Ann was 13 months old her family moved to DeKalb County, Illinois. She was a 1943 graduate of Kirkland High School, Kirkland, IL. She died March 3, 2023, at the age of 98 in Salina, KS, at Eaglecrest, where she had lived for the past 10 years.Ann first married Delmer Way and after that marriage ended, she married William Sipavich in 1953. She and Bill were married for 47 years.Ann worked throughout her life and took pride in doing a good job. Her first job, at age 16, was as a waitress at a diner. She was working at the diner the day Pearl Harbor was bombed and was prompted by a customer to turn the radio up so he could hear the news. She worked in several places during her life and will be best known for being the head of the housewares department at Ace Hardware, several years at DeKalb Ag Research, and as a “lunch lady” at Northern Illinois University dorms.Ann was a wonderful mother and wanted nothing more than to see her children reach adulthood as happy individuals. She supported her children in pursuing their vastly different interests throughout their lives, and expressed her pride in their accomplishments. She was an excellent cook and often served company untried recipes because she’d know it was a keeper if people took second helpings. She loved getting together with family and friends; it was a common occurrence for friends to drop in for a visit, knowing the coffee would be on and cookies close at hand. Ann was beloved by her children’s friends and she loved hearing news about them through the years. She loved to crochet, learning the craft in midlife, and produced an impressive number of baby blankets and afghans. Ann was known for her sense of humor, which remained intact to the end. She was a member of First Baptist Church in DeKalb for 50+ years and took great comfort in her faith. Even as dementia took its toll, she could still recite the Lord’s Prayer.Ann is survived by her daughter Lori (Nick) Berezovsky, Salina, KS, sister-in-law Gloria Durr, grandchildren Angela (Mark) Gorman, Carri (Mike) Novak, Max (Iryna) Berezovsky, and Zoya (Max) Zhuravlov, 12 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother John O. Durr, sister Nancy Whitney, son Curtis Way, and grandson Travis Way.Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 349 S. 3rd St., DeKalb, IL 60115.Funeral services will be announced at a later date to be held in DeKalb.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Ann-Sipavich/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Ann-Sipavich/1074854/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Ann (Durr) Sipavich, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ryanmortuary.com/obituary/Ann-Sipavich/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Ann Sipavich 

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hannah Calley Seal. 

Hannah was the loving mother of Juniper Mae and the adoring wife of Thomas Gabriel Seal. She was born in Salina, KS, on December 28, 1998, where she was raised and loved by Sammy &amp; Kristen Cell and Jeff and LaShon Turner. Hannah graduated from Salina Central High School in 2017 and then moved to San Clemente, CA, to be with her husband. They were stationed at Camp Pendleton for four years and had their daughter Juniper in 2019. Becoming a mother was Hannah’s greatest joy. In 2021, Hannah returned to Kansas to be near family and attend Salina Tech’s nursing program. Hannah obtained her practical nurse license on June 10, 2022. Upon her husband’s completion of the Border Patrol Academy, they purchased their first home in Palm Valley, TX. Hannah worked on the Comprehensive Medical Unit at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, TX. The love and compassion she shared for her patients was extraordinary. Hannah was awarded the Guardian Angel Award, which recognizes caregivers who made a difference during a patient’s hospital stay. This award is a nationwide honor that truly highlights the passion she had as a nurse. Hannah enjoyed making memories with her family, going on adventures, traveling, exercising, cuddling her beloved fur babies, Oliver and Gus, shopping way too often, and soaking up the sun at the beach. Her favorite trips were to Catalina Island, Cozumel, where she swam with dolphins, and Ensenada, where she held a baby lion. Her hobbies included reading, painting, crafts, riding horses, decorating their home, and movie nights with her family. Hannah dreamed of the day when they would be able to purchase a farm where they could have horses, so she could share her passion with her daughter. Hannah is survived by daughter Juniper Seal; husband Gabe Seal; parents Sammy and Kristen Cell (KS), LaShon and Jeff Turner (KS); sisters Rachael and Ricardo Galvan (KS), Amanda Hutton (KS), Megan Hutton (KS), Kylie Fulton (AZ), Cierra Cell (KS), Jordan and Jayson Chapman (FL), Madison Starr (KS), and Sadie Starr (KS). Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel, Salina.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to Juniper Seal’s college fund through Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services or Central National Bank of Salina, KS.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. 

Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/hannah-seal">https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/hannah-seal</a>December 28, 1998 - February 27, 2023It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hannah Calley Seal. Hannah was the loving mother of Juniper Mae and the adoring wife of Thomas Gabriel Seal. She was born in Salina, KS, on December 28, 1998, where she was raised and loved by Sammy &amp; Kristen Cell and Jeff and LaShon Turner. Hannah graduated from Salina Central High School in 2017 and then moved to San Clemente, CA, to be with her husband. They were stationed at Camp Pendleton for four years and had their daughter Juniper in 2019. Becoming a mother was Hannah’s greatest joy. In 2021, Hannah returned to Kansas to be near family and attend Salina Tech’s nursing program. Hannah obtained her practical nurse license on June 10, 2022. Upon her husband’s completion of the Border Patrol Academy, they purchased their first home in Palm Valley, TX. Hannah worked on the Comprehensive Medical Unit at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, TX. The love and compassion she shared for her patients was extraordinary. Hannah was awarded the Guardian Angel Award, which recognizes caregivers who made a difference during a patient’s hospital stay. This award is a nationwide honor that truly highlights the passion she had as a nurse. Hannah enjoyed making memories with her family, going on adventures, traveling, exercising, cuddling her beloved fur babies, Oliver and Gus, shopping way too often, and soaking up the sun at the beach. Her favorite trips were to Catalina Island, Cozumel, where she swam with dolphins, and Ensenada, where she held a baby lion. Her hobbies included reading, painting, crafts, riding horses, decorating their home, and movie nights with her family. Hannah dreamed of the day when they would be able to purchase a farm where they could have horses, so she could share her passion with her daughter. Hannah is survived by daughter Juniper Seal; husband Gabe Seal; parents Sammy and Kristen Cell (KS), LaShon and Jeff Turner (KS); sisters Rachael and Ricardo Galvan (KS), Amanda Hutton (KS), Megan Hutton (KS), Kylie Fulton (AZ), Cierra Cell (KS), Jordan and Jayson Chapman (FL), Madison Starr (KS), and Sadie Starr (KS). Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Roselawn Memorial Heights Chapel, Salina. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to Juniper Seal’s college fund through Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services or Central National Bank of Salina, KS.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be sent to www.roselawnsalina.com.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Hannah Calley Seal, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.roselawnsalina.com/obituary/hannah-seal/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Hannah Calley Seal

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Marjorie A. Crist, 98, Salina, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the Salina Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was born April 11, 1924, in Superior, NE to Russell and Doris (Hathaway) Bell. 

They moved to a farm northeast of Minneapolis, KS when she was two years old. Her parents farmed during the difficult times of the 1930s. 

She attended the Birnam rural one-room school for early grades then graduated from Minneapolis High School.

Marjorie was married to Riley D. Tibbits in 1941 and they farmed together in the Ottawa County area for many years. They had three children, John, George, and Darlene. She later married Bernie Crist in 1970 and lived in Minneapolis and Salina, KS.&nbsp;

Marjorie was an accomplished seamstress, making clothes for her family and others. She owned and operated a sewing and alteration business in Salina for several years.&nbsp; She also worked as a nursing assistant at different hospitals over her work life. She especially enjoyed her work with new mothers in the maternity care center at Salina Regional Health Center and retired from there when she turned 70.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marjorie liked to be active and had several interests she was passionate about. She delighted in her flower garden and looked forward to the new planting season each spring with multiple trips to obtain the most interesting plants to carefully tend over the growing and blooming seasons. Her lawn and landscaping also showed her detailed care.&nbsp; Other summer highlights always included baseball. She greatly enjoyed watching grandchildren, then great-grandchildren play ball. She was most recently seen cheering on the sidelines at age 96 and sure hated to miss out on these events. Watching the Royals on TV was also a favorite pastime.

&nbsp;During the winter months, her attention turned to sewing and she meticulously stitched grandchildren’s pajamas and clothing as well as for their dolls or Cabbage Patch kids. Marjorie also was an excellent quilter and enjoyed the art as well as gifting family and friends with her creations.&nbsp;&nbsp; Winter also meant KU basketball which she enjoyed watching on TV until last week.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/marjorie-a-crist">https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/marjorie-a-crist</a>April 11, 1924 - March 5, 2023Marjorie A. Crist, 98, Salina, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the Salina Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was born April 11, 1924, in Superior, NE to Russell and Doris (Hathaway) Bell. They moved to a farm northeast of Minneapolis, KS when she was two years old. Her parents farmed during the difficult times of the 1930s. She attended the Birnam rural one-room school for early grades then graduated from Minneapolis High School.Marjorie was married to Riley D. Tibbits in 1941 and they farmed together in the Ottawa County area for many years. They had three children, John, George, and Darlene. She later married Bernie Crist in 1970 and lived in Minneapolis and Salina, KS.&nbsp;Marjorie was an accomplished seamstress, making clothes for her family and others. She owned and operated a sewing and alteration business in Salina for several years.&nbsp; She also worked as a nursing assistant at different hospitals over her work life. She especially enjoyed her work with new mothers in the maternity care center at Salina Regional Health Center and retired from there when she turned 70.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marjorie liked to be active and had several interests she was passionate about. She delighted in her flower garden and looked forward to the new planting season each spring with multiple trips to obtain the most interesting plants to carefully tend over the growing and blooming seasons. Her lawn and landscaping also showed her detailed care.&nbsp; Other summer highlights always included baseball. She greatly enjoyed watching grandchildren, then great-grandchildren play ball. She was most recently seen cheering on the sidelines at age 96 and sure hated to miss out on these events. Watching the Royals on TV was also a favorite pastime.&nbsp;During the winter months, her attention turned to sewing and she meticulously stitched grandchildren’s pajamas and clothing as well as for their dolls or Cabbage Patch kids. Marjorie also was an excellent quilter and enjoyed the art as well as gifting family and friends with her creations.&nbsp;&nbsp; Winter also meant KU basketball which she enjoyed watching on TV until last week.She loved her family and was very proud of each member, always asking for specific updates on the sport or activity or milestone of each person. She found joy in sharing and staying involved in the family. She hosted many holiday gatherings and summer picnics to keep everyone connected. Visiting with neighbors and friends was also a favorite pastime and a priority for her to find commonality and relate with others.&nbsp; Woven throughout her life was a keen love and respect of nature and a nurturing spirit to help those in need. In these ways, she also portrayed faith in God. She believed in Jesus for her salvation.Survivors are her son George Tibbits and his wife, Linda; daughter Darlene Timmerman; daughter-in-law Rosalee Tibbits; sisters-in-law Shirley Bell and Cheryl Bell. Grandchildren include Tom Tibbits and his wife Nicole; Tim Tibbits and his wife Teresa; Greg Tibbits; Kevin Tibbits and his wife Amanda; Amy Sachau and her husband David; Sara Williams and her husband Troy; Jay Timmerman and his wife Melanie; and 12 great-grandchildren.Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents; son John T. Tibbits; infant daughter Mary Katherine; siblings Duane and James Bell, and Lorraine Meehan; and her husbands Riley D. Tibbits and Bernie CristVisitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 10, at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467, where services will begin at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis. Memorials may be made to the Salina Presbyterian Manor and left in care of the funeral home.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Marjorie A. Crist, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wilsonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituary/marjorie-a-crist/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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