Daniel P. "Pat" Boller, 97, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2022 at St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City. A rosary will be prayed at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home followed by a visitation until 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to St. Xavier Catholic Church or to the Geary County Historical Society. Pat was born on November 25, 1924, the son of Raymond Charles and Marian Estelle (Hooper) Boller. Pat attend school in Geary County and graduated from St. Xavier's High School in 1942. He joined the Navy in September 1943 and served until November 1946. Pat served in Europe and Asia as a Radioman Second Class. He was a member of St. Xavier's church, Knights of Columbus and the American Legion Post #45. He served on the Humboldt School Board and the County Farm Bureau Board. He farmed in the Lower Clark Creek area on the family farm. On June 12, 1948, Pat married Dorothy Louise Burjes at St. Xavier's Church in Junction City, KS. Pat is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy; four sons, Daniel J. (Pamela) Boller, Junction City, KS, Darryl M. Boller, Dwight C. (Sharon) Boller, Junction City, KS, Dennis W. (Debbie) Boller, Junction City, KS; one daughter, Diane M. (Ken) Howland, Burlingame, KS; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Daniel P. "Pat" Boller, 97, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2022 at St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City. A rosary will be prayed at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home followed by a visitation until 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to St. Xavier Catholic Church or to the Geary County Historical Society. Pat was born on November 25, 1924, the son of Raymond Charles and Marian Estelle (Hooper) Boller. Pat attend school in Geary County and graduated from St. Xavier's High School in 1942. He joined the Navy in September 1943 and served until November 1946. Pat served in Europe and Asia as a Radioman Second Class. He was a member of St. Xavier's church, Knights of Columbus and the American Legion Post #45. He served on the Humboldt School Board and the County Farm Bureau Board. He farmed in the Lower Clark Creek area on the family farm. On June 12, 1948, Pat married Dorothy Louise Burjes at St. Xavier's Church in Junction City, KS. Pat is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy; four sons, Daniel J. (Pamela) Boller, Junction City, KS, Darryl M. Boller, Dwight C. (Sharon) Boller, Junction City, KS, Dennis W. (Debbie) Boller, Junction City, KS; one daughter, Diane M. (Ken) Howland, Burlingame, KS; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Daniel P. "Pat" Boller

Ilsuk Simpson, 80, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at her residence in Junction City, KS. A graveside service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022 at Highland Cemetery. A visitation will be held 9-10:30 a.m. prior to the service at Johnson Funeral Home. Ilsuk was born June 2, 1941, in Seoul, South Korea. Ilsuk worked thirty years as a cook at Fort Riley. She enjoyed gardening and watching Korean movies and shows. She married Robert Simpson. He passed away in June of 2004. Survivors include two sons, Frank E. Simpson and James R. Simpson both of Junction City, KS; two grandchildren, Kayla M. Simpson and Jaiden Thomas Simpson. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert and many relatives in South Korea.

Ilsuk Simpson, 80, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at her residence in Junction City, KS. A graveside service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022 at Highland Cemetery. A visitation will be held 9-10:30 a.m. prior to the service at Johnson Funeral Home. Ilsuk was born June 2, 1941, in Seoul, South Korea. Ilsuk worked thirty years as a cook at Fort Riley. She enjoyed gardening and watching Korean movies and shows. She married Robert Simpson. He passed away in June of 2004. Survivors include two sons, Frank E. Simpson and James R. Simpson both of Junction City, KS; two grandchildren, Kayla M. Simpson and Jaiden Thomas Simpson. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert and many relatives in South Korea.

Ilsuk Simpson

Lois Marguerite Kyles, 65, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at the Kansas University Medical Center at 1:55 p.m. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home in Junction City, KS. Funeral services will be held immediately following with Elder Ricky Kyles officiating. Lois was born October 10, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, and was the daughter of Ernest Byrd and Dorothy (Sellers) Byrd. She graduated from Phillips High School, class of 1976, in Chicago, Illinois. Lois married her high school sweetheart Patrick Kyles on May 20, 1977, whom she met while in 8th grade. They remained married for 44 years and 364 days, until the day Lois was called home just one day shy of their 45th wedding anniversary. Lois loved traveling, especially to Las Vegas, where she and Patrick celebrated their anniversary every year. Lois loved going on long road trips with Patrick and enjoyed seeing new things and enjoying the simple things in life. When home, she loved watching TV or movies (especially crime shows and horror movies), enjoying time with her beloved pets, going for morning walks, and simply being with family. Lois was a devoted military spouse and loving mother who was also beloved by those who knew her. She worked tirelessly serving soldiers and veterans throughout her nearly twenty-year career with the Army &amp; Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES). She is survived by husband Patrick Kyles of Junction City, Kansas; daughter Dorothy (Kyles) Stephens of Huntsville, Alabama; daughter Trish Kyles of Kyle, Texas; son Patrick Kyles Jr. of Junction City, Kansas; and sister Irene Foster of Lancaster, California. Lois is preceded in death by her parents Ernest Byrd and Dorothy Byrd; two brothers, Ernest “Junior” Byrd Jr and William Curtis Byrd; and two sisters, Diana Byrd and Debbie Bailey. We all loved Lois, but God loved her best. , 65, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at the Kansas University Medical Center at 1:55 p.m. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home in Junction City, KS. Funeral services will be held immediately following with Elder Ricky Kyles officiating. Lois was born October 10, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, and was the daughter of Ernest Byrd and Dorothy (Sellers) Byrd. She graduated from Phillips High School, class of 1976, in Chicago, Illinois. Lois married her high school sweetheart Patrick Kyles on May 20, 1977, whom she met while in 8th grade. They remained married for 44 years and 364 days, until the day Lois was called home just one day shy of their 45th wedding anniversary. Lois loved traveling, especially to Las Vegas, where she and Patrick celebrated their anniversary every year. Lois loved going on long road trips with Patrick and enjoyed seeing new things and enjoying the simple things in life. When home, she loved watching TV or movies (especially crime shows and horror movies), enjoying time with her beloved pets, going for morning walks, and simply being with family. Lois was a devoted military spouse and loving mother who was also beloved by those who knew her. She worked tirelessly serving soldiers and veterans throughout her nearly twenty-year career with the Army &amp; Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES). She is survived by husband Patrick Kyles of Junction City, Kansas; daughter Dorothy (Kyles) Stephens of Huntsville, Alabama; daughter Trish Kyles of Kyle, Texas; son Patrick Kyles Jr. of Junction City, Kansas; and sister Irene Foster of Lancaster, California. Lois is preceded in death by her parents Ernest Byrd and Dorothy Byrd; two brothers, Ernest “Junior” Byrd Jr and William Curtis Byrd; and two sisters, Diana Byrd and Debbie Bailey. We all loved Lois, but God loved her best.

Lois Marguerite Kyles, 65, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at the Kansas University Medical Center at 1:55 p.m. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home in Junction City, KS. Funeral services will be held immediately following with Elder Ricky Kyles officiating. Lois was born October 10, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, and was the daughter of Ernest Byrd and Dorothy (Sellers) Byrd. She graduated from Phillips High School, class of 1976, in Chicago, Illinois. Lois married her high school sweetheart Patrick Kyles on May 20, 1977, whom she met while in 8th grade. They remained married for 44 years and 364 days, until the day Lois was called home just one day shy of their 45th wedding anniversary. Lois loved traveling, especially to Las Vegas, where she and Patrick celebrated their anniversary every year. Lois loved going on long road trips with Patrick and enjoyed seeing new things and enjoying the simple things in life. When home, she loved watching TV or movies (especially crime shows and horror movies), enjoying time with her beloved pets, going for morning walks, and simply being with family. Lois was a devoted military spouse and loving mother who was also beloved by those who knew her. She worked tirelessly serving soldiers and veterans throughout her nearly twenty-year career with the Army &amp; Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES). She is survived by husband Patrick Kyles of Junction City, Kansas; daughter Dorothy (Kyles) Stephens of Huntsville, Alabama; daughter Trish Kyles of Kyle, Texas; son Patrick Kyles Jr. of Junction City, Kansas; and sister Irene Foster of Lancaster, California. Lois is preceded in death by her parents Ernest Byrd and Dorothy Byrd; two brothers, Ernest “Junior” Byrd Jr and William Curtis Byrd; and two sisters, Diana Byrd and Debbie Bailey. We all loved Lois, but God loved her best. , 65, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at the Kansas University Medical Center at 1:55 p.m. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home in Junction City, KS. Funeral services will be held immediately following with Elder Ricky Kyles officiating. Lois was born October 10, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, and was the daughter of Ernest Byrd and Dorothy (Sellers) Byrd. She graduated from Phillips High School, class of 1976, in Chicago, Illinois. Lois married her high school sweetheart Patrick Kyles on May 20, 1977, whom she met while in 8th grade. They remained married for 44 years and 364 days, until the day Lois was called home just one day shy of their 45th wedding anniversary. Lois loved traveling, especially to Las Vegas, where she and Patrick celebrated their anniversary every year. Lois loved going on long road trips with Patrick and enjoyed seeing new things and enjoying the simple things in life. When home, she loved watching TV or movies (especially crime shows and horror movies), enjoying time with her beloved pets, going for morning walks, and simply being with family. Lois was a devoted military spouse and loving mother who was also beloved by those who knew her. She worked tirelessly serving soldiers and veterans throughout her nearly twenty-year career with the Army &amp; Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES). She is survived by husband Patrick Kyles of Junction City, Kansas; daughter Dorothy (Kyles) Stephens of Huntsville, Alabama; daughter Trish Kyles of Kyle, Texas; son Patrick Kyles Jr. of Junction City, Kansas; and sister Irene Foster of Lancaster, California. Lois is preceded in death by her parents Ernest Byrd and Dorothy Byrd; two brothers, Ernest “Junior” Byrd Jr and William Curtis Byrd; and two sisters, Diana Byrd and Debbie Bailey. We all loved Lois, but God loved her best.

Lois Marguerite Kyles

Ann (Cowan) Van Doren died of natural causes on May 7, 2022, at Via Christi Village in Manhattan, KS. She was 98 years old. Born Nelley Ann Cowan on October 10, 1923, in Kansas City, MO, to Austin Marcus Cowan, attorney at law and Dr. Edwina Abbott Cowan, Director and Clinical Psychologist of the Wichita Child Guidance Center. Raised in Wichita, KS, her childhood summers were spent camping in Colorado with family – a tradition she continued with her husband and children. In 1943 Ann met the love of her life, Claude Van Doren at Wichita State University. Ann has always been the type of person to get things done. When Claude left for the Navy Air Corps to fight in World War II, she decided to call his mother for his mailing address. She wanted to see more of him. Claude wrote Ann back and their courtship began. Once Claude returned from War, both he and Ann went to Kansas University. Ann earned a bachelor’s degree in 1946 and Claude completed a degree in architecture in 1950. They were married in 1947. Claude became a prominent Wichita architect who designed several buildings statewide. Ann’s involvement in her community is legendary. First as an Alpha Chi Omega member where she continued her service to her sorority by serving as alumnae president for the Wichita chapter. In 2000 she was named the Wichita Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega Alumna of the Year for her 50 years of service. Other nonprofits that received her gifts of time include numerous positions with the American Cancer Society of Sedgwick County (35 plus years), Wichita Town Talks (3 years), and Junior League of Wichita (56 years). She also served as president of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, taught Sunday School at Plymouth Congregational Church (10 years), volunteered at the Wichita Art Museum (10 years), and was an active member of University Congregational Church of Wichita. Between all of that, Ann kept busy raising four children. Later she worked at Wichita State University as the executive secretary to the Vice President of Academic Affairs for 15 years. After retiring in 1988, she volunteered at WSU as a test proctor for 15 plus years. Claude and Ann celebrated 35 years of marriage before his passing in 1982. Their children have many fond memories of their parents’ love for each other. One that happened often was their dancing in the den to the sounds of Perry Como on the record player after a hard day’s work. They enjoyed entertaining and once their children had grown, Ann and Claude continued filling the house with family and friends from Sunday dinners to the annual Van Doren Christmas party. Ann was also the coordinator of most if not all of the local Van Doren family reunions. She was a natural at bringing people together. In addition to her love of family, Ann was an incredible friend. She traveled to all 50 states together with four of her Alpha Chi Omega sisters. She also hosted weekly bridge for years and a monthly book club that lasted 35 years. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Austin M. Cowan, Esq. and Dr. Edwina A. Cowan, husband Claude A. Van Doren Jr., brothers Edwin and David Cowan, and sons Marc and Eric Van Doren. Survivors include her daughter Claudia Voos (Terry) of Manhattan, KS, son Kirk Van Doren of Wichita, KS, seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Wichita University Congregational Church, Friday, June 10th, at 10:30 AM. Ann will be laid to rest alongside her husband Claude at Maple Grove Cemetery in a private family ceremony. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Memory of Ann Van Doren to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Kansas (https://namikansas.org/donate_now/ or NAMI Kansas; P.O. Box 675; Topeka, KS 66601). NAMI has provided support and resources for Ann’s youngest son throughout his adult life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ann (Cowan) Van Doren died of natural causes on May 7, 2022, at Via Christi Village in Manhattan, KS. She was 98 years old. Born Nelley Ann Cowan on October 10, 1923, in Kansas City, MO, to Austin Marcus Cowan, attorney at law and Dr. Edwina Abbott Cowan, Director and Clinical Psychologist of the Wichita Child Guidance Center. Raised in Wichita, KS, her childhood summers were spent camping in Colorado with family – a tradition she continued with her husband and children. In 1943 Ann met the love of her life, Claude Van Doren at Wichita State University. Ann has always been the type of person to get things done. When Claude left for the Navy Air Corps to fight in World War II, she decided to call his mother for his mailing address. She wanted to see more of him. Claude wrote Ann back and their courtship began. Once Claude returned from War, both he and Ann went to Kansas University. Ann earned a bachelor’s degree in 1946 and Claude completed a degree in architecture in 1950. They were married in 1947. Claude became a prominent Wichita architect who designed several buildings statewide. Ann’s involvement in her community is legendary. First as an Alpha Chi Omega member where she continued her service to her sorority by serving as alumnae president for the Wichita chapter. In 2000 she was named the Wichita Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega Alumna of the Year for her 50 years of service. Other nonprofits that received her gifts of time include numerous positions with the American Cancer Society of Sedgwick County (35 plus years), Wichita Town Talks (3 years), and Junior League of Wichita (56 years). She also served as president of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, taught Sunday School at Plymouth Congregational Church (10 years), volunteered at the Wichita Art Museum (10 years), and was an active member of University Congregational Church of Wichita. Between all of that, Ann kept busy raising four children. Later she worked at Wichita State University as the executive secretary to the Vice President of Academic Affairs for 15 years. After retiring in 1988, she volunteered at WSU as a test proctor for 15 plus years. Claude and Ann celebrated 35 years of marriage before his passing in 1982. Their children have many fond memories of their parents’ love for each other. One that happened often was their dancing in the den to the sounds of Perry Como on the record player after a hard day’s work. They enjoyed entertaining and once their children had grown, Ann and Claude continued filling the house with family and friends from Sunday dinners to the annual Van Doren Christmas party. Ann was also the coordinator of most if not all of the local Van Doren family reunions. She was a natural at bringing people together. In addition to her love of family, Ann was an incredible friend. She traveled to all 50 states together with four of her Alpha Chi Omega sisters. She also hosted weekly bridge for years and a monthly book club that lasted 35 years. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Austin M. Cowan, Esq. and Dr. Edwina A. Cowan, husband Claude A. Van Doren Jr., brothers Edwin and David Cowan, and sons Marc and Eric Van Doren. Survivors include her daughter Claudia Voos (Terry) of Manhattan, KS, son Kirk Van Doren of Wichita, KS, seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Wichita University Congregational Church, Friday, June 10th, at 10:30 AM. Ann will be laid to rest alongside her husband Claude at Maple Grove Cemetery in a private family ceremony. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Memory of Ann Van Doren to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Kansas (https://namikansas.org/donate_now/ or NAMI Kansas; P.O. Box 675; Topeka, KS 66601). NAMI has provided support and resources for Ann’s youngest son throughout his adult life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ann (Cowan) Van Doren

Davanna "Dee" G. Justice, 61, of Woodbine, KS, passed away Saturday, May 21st, at the Via Christi Village, in Manhattan. She was a co-owner of Citywide Security in Topeka. Davanna G. Fletcher was born in Fort Worth, Texas on January 4, 1961, the daughter of the late Linda and Charles Fletcher. She was formerly married to Willard A. Jenkins, with whom they had dated since the age of 16, and he survives. Davanna is also survived by a daughter, Deborah Anne (Andrew) Pinkstaff, of Colorado Springs, CO; a step-daughter, Melissa (William) Boles, of Manhattan, a step-son, David Dodds, of Missouri; two brothers, Charles Fletcher, Omaha, NE and Morgan Countryman, of Texas; sister (Callie Brayton, Republic KS), ten grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. Dee was preceded in death by her daughter, Jessica Marie Justice, and her parents. At her request, inurnment will follow after cremation at the McCracken City Cemetery, McCracken, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Davanna "Dee" G. Justice, 61, of Woodbine, KS, passed away Saturday, May 21st, at the Via Christi Village, in Manhattan. She was a co-owner of Citywide Security in Topeka. Davanna G. Fletcher was born in Fort Worth, Texas on January 4, 1961, the daughter of the late Linda and Charles Fletcher. She was formerly married to Willard A. Jenkins, with whom they had dated since the age of 16, and he survives. Davanna is also survived by a daughter, Deborah Anne (Andrew) Pinkstaff, of Colorado Springs, CO; a step-daughter, Melissa (William) Boles, of Manhattan, a step-son, David Dodds, of Missouri; two brothers, Charles Fletcher, Omaha, NE and Morgan Countryman, of Texas; sister (Callie Brayton, Republic KS), ten grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. Dee was preceded in death by her daughter, Jessica Marie Justice, and her parents. At her request, inurnment will follow after cremation at the McCracken City Cemetery, McCracken, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Davanna "Dee" G. Justice

LeRoy Henry Schweir, 88, of McFarland, Kansas, passed away on Sunday (May 15, 2022) in McFarland.

Born September 20, 1933 in Belvue, Kansas,&nbsp; LeRoy was the son of Henry P. and Lillie (Heine) Schweir.

LeRoy was a 1951 graduate of Alma High School. &nbsp;He joined the Army on October 12, 1954 and served in Germany until his discharge on November 23, 1956.

An avid fisherman and deer hunter, LeRoy’s passion was working on his farm and raising steers.

Survivors include three nephews, Paul Schweir of Maple Hill, KS, Wayne Schweir (Dedra) of Belvue, KS and Kenneth Schweir of Wamego, KS;&nbsp; one great niece and two great nephews; and a sister in law, Gertrude Schweir of Belvue, KS.

LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Lawrence Schweir; and two nieces, Karen Rezac and Donna Jean Schweir.

Private family services will be held.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma.

Memorials may be made to the Wabaunsee FFA and can be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547

LeRoy Henry Schweir, 88, of McFarland, Kansas, passed away on Sunday (May 15, 2022) in McFarland.Born September 20, 1933 in Belvue, Kansas,&nbsp; LeRoy was the son of Henry P. and Lillie (Heine) Schweir.LeRoy was a 1951 graduate of Alma High School. &nbsp;He joined the Army on October 12, 1954 and served in Germany until his discharge on November 23, 1956.An avid fisherman and deer hunter, LeRoy’s passion was working on his farm and raising steers.Survivors include three nephews, Paul Schweir of Maple Hill, KS, Wayne Schweir (Dedra) of Belvue, KS and Kenneth Schweir of Wamego, KS;&nbsp; one great niece and two great nephews; and a sister in law, Gertrude Schweir of Belvue, KS.LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Lawrence Schweir; and two nieces, Karen Rezac and Donna Jean Schweir.Private family services will be held.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma.Memorials may be made to the Wabaunsee FFA and can be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547

LeRoy Henry Schweir

Donald Martin Herbic, 83, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on Monday (May 23, 2022) at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday (June 18, 2022) at 2:00 at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

A full obituary will be published in care of the funeral home.

Donald Martin Herbic, 83, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on Monday (May 23, 2022) at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday (June 18, 2022) at 2:00 at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.A full obituary will be published in care of the funeral home.

Donald Martin Herbic

Gary Lewis Zeit, 74, of Wheaton, Kansas, died Saturday, May 21, 2022, at his home, following a short battle with liver disease. Gary was born on November 12, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri and was raised by Joe and Julia (Thrift) Zeit in Denton, Kansas.

Gary was a 1965 graduate of Midway High School. In 1966 he joined the United States Navy which included a tour of duty in Vietnam.

Gary married Judy A (Medsker) in 1968, in Troy, Kansas. They raised their two daughters, Heather and Heidi in Denton, Kansas and then moved to Arkansas in 1997. Gary and Judy later divorced in 2006.

In 2007, Gary met Kay Umscheid and they were married January 21, 2011, in Topeka. Gary then began his life with his “Special” Kay and her two daughters Amanda (Mandi) and Ashley Umscheid.

Gary was an over-the-road truck driver for 40 years. He worked for a variety of trucking companies including Midwest Grain Products, Keim Trucking, Koch Trucking and Capitol City Oil, just to name a few. He retired from trucking in 2017.

In Gary’s spare time he could be found either at the lake fishing, cooking up his catch, or if not there, he was probably smoking some meat on his smoker. Gary took a high interest in BBQ competition later in life. He and Kay competed in competitions which turned into their own GK’QUE BBQ Food Truck/Catering Business. Unfortunately, COVID made it difficult for them to continue with the catering business. Gary had every intention to continue however his health started to decline. Gary was a social butterfly and enjoyed creating many friendships near and far over the years. He was a Lifetime member of the VFW and served as Quartermaster of the local chapter for several years.

Survivors include his wife Kay, of the home; his daughters Heather (Nathan) Larimer, Rogers, Arkansas; Heidi Johnson; Atchison, Mandi (Nathan) Taylor, Paxico, and Maddie (Justin) Johnson, Platte City, Missouri; his three grandchildren, Alex Zeit, Sydney and Cameron Johnson; and one Great-Granddaughter, Nora McCain. His is also survived by his brother David (Nita) Zeit, Fairview, sister-in-law Janice Zeit, Denton, his sister Marcia (Ben) Cerra, Kansas City; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Gary is preceded in death by his parents Joe and Julia Zeit, brother, Dick Zeit, sister, JoAnn Burke and her husband, Elwood, daughter, Ashley Umscheid, and brother, Bill Gullett.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at New Hope Lutheran Church in Onaga, Kansas. Reverend Michael Ide will be officiating. Inurnment will follow at Wheaton Congregational Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Onaga Area Veterans, New Hope Lutheran Church, or the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

Gary Lewis Zeit, 74, of Wheaton, Kansas, died Saturday, May 21, 2022, at his home, following a short battle with liver disease. Gary was born on November 12, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri and was raised by Joe and Julia (Thrift) Zeit in Denton, Kansas.Gary was a 1965 graduate of Midway High School. In 1966 he joined the United States Navy which included a tour of duty in Vietnam.Gary married Judy A (Medsker) in 1968, in Troy, Kansas. They raised their two daughters, Heather and Heidi in Denton, Kansas and then moved to Arkansas in 1997. Gary and Judy later divorced in 2006.In 2007, Gary met Kay Umscheid and they were married January 21, 2011, in Topeka. Gary then began his life with his “Special” Kay and her two daughters Amanda (Mandi) and Ashley Umscheid.Gary was an over-the-road truck driver for 40 years. He worked for a variety of trucking companies including Midwest Grain Products, Keim Trucking, Koch Trucking and Capitol City Oil, just to name a few. He retired from trucking in 2017.In Gary’s spare time he could be found either at the lake fishing, cooking up his catch, or if not there, he was probably smoking some meat on his smoker. Gary took a high interest in BBQ competition later in life. He and Kay competed in competitions which turned into their own GK’QUE BBQ Food Truck/Catering Business. Unfortunately, COVID made it difficult for them to continue with the catering business. Gary had every intention to continue however his health started to decline. Gary was a social butterfly and enjoyed creating many friendships near and far over the years. He was a Lifetime member of the VFW and served as Quartermaster of the local chapter for several years.Survivors include his wife Kay, of the home; his daughters Heather (Nathan) Larimer, Rogers, Arkansas; Heidi Johnson; Atchison, Mandi (Nathan) Taylor, Paxico, and Maddie (Justin) Johnson, Platte City, Missouri; his three grandchildren, Alex Zeit, Sydney and Cameron Johnson; and one Great-Granddaughter, Nora McCain. His is also survived by his brother David (Nita) Zeit, Fairview, sister-in-law Janice Zeit, Denton, his sister Marcia (Ben) Cerra, Kansas City; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Gary is preceded in death by his parents Joe and Julia Zeit, brother, Dick Zeit, sister, JoAnn Burke and her husband, Elwood, daughter, Ashley Umscheid, and brother, Bill Gullett.Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at New Hope Lutheran Church in Onaga, Kansas. Reverend Michael Ide will be officiating. Inurnment will follow at Wheaton Congregational Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Onaga Area Veterans, New Hope Lutheran Church, or the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

Gary Lewis Zeit

Stella E. Deakins, 72, of Abilene, KS, passed away peacefully and went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at Village Manor in Abilene, KS. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Stella was born May 29, 1949, the daughter of Harold Maurell and Gwendolyn Elaine (Langley) Olson Stella spent many years working in nursing homes assisting the elderly. She also worked in various convenience stores. Survivors include three sons, Dennis Fuller of Byron, NE, Douglas Fuller of Republic, KS and Matthew Fuller of Byron, NE; one daughter, Elaine Nelson of Abilene, KS; eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; five brothers and three sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Stella E. Deakins, 72, of Abilene, KS, passed away peacefully and went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at Village Manor in Abilene, KS. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Stella was born May 29, 1949, the daughter of Harold Maurell and Gwendolyn Elaine (Langley) Olson Stella spent many years working in nursing homes assisting the elderly. She also worked in various convenience stores. Survivors include three sons, Dennis Fuller of Byron, NE, Douglas Fuller of Republic, KS and Matthew Fuller of Byron, NE; one daughter, Elaine Nelson of Abilene, KS; eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; five brothers and three sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Stella E. Deakins

Carole F. Troy, age 83, a longtime Ogden resident, died May 19, 2022, at Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan. Carole was born August 16, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Elmer D. and Florence M. (Blattner) Russell. She was married to John Edward Troy on April 21, 1956, at St. Daniel the Prophet Catholic Church in Chicago, IL. John preceded her in death on July 22, 1993. Carole was an excellent mother and grandmother and loved taking care of her family and everyone in Ogden was considered her family. Following John’s death she worked at the Subway on Ogden for many years. She also was very patriotic and volunteered for all patriotic activities. She also served many funeral luncheons, was a Cub Scout leader, loved to dance and was a huge Elvis fan. Carole was a member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ogden, American Legion Auxiliary, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Life Member. Survivors include six children: Michael Troy of Manhattan, Martin Troy and his wife Cheri of Las Vegas, NV, Mark Troy and his wife Becky of Jackson, MO, Monica Meredith and her husband John of Plattsmouth, NE, Mary Troy of Ogden, KS, and Melanie McLochlin and her husband John of Plattsmouth, NE; one sister Joan Carlson of Orland Park, IL; daughter in law Janet Troy of Ogden; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends. She was also preceded in death by her son Matthew; and four siblings: David Russell, Jacqueline Cecil, Shirley Carlson and Gerald Russell. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 26, at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ogden, KS, with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Private interment will be in the Main Post Cemetery at Fort Riley. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.. Wednesday, May 25th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Stoneybrook Retirement Community or Interim Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Carole F. Troy, age 83, a longtime Ogden resident, died May 19, 2022, at Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan. Carole was born August 16, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Elmer D. and Florence M. (Blattner) Russell. She was married to John Edward Troy on April 21, 1956, at St. Daniel the Prophet Catholic Church in Chicago, IL. John preceded her in death on July 22, 1993. Carole was an excellent mother and grandmother and loved taking care of her family and everyone in Ogden was considered her family. Following John’s death she worked at the Subway on Ogden for many years. She also was very patriotic and volunteered for all patriotic activities. She also served many funeral luncheons, was a Cub Scout leader, loved to dance and was a huge Elvis fan. Carole was a member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ogden, American Legion Auxiliary, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Life Member. Survivors include six children: Michael Troy of Manhattan, Martin Troy and his wife Cheri of Las Vegas, NV, Mark Troy and his wife Becky of Jackson, MO, Monica Meredith and her husband John of Plattsmouth, NE, Mary Troy of Ogden, KS, and Melanie McLochlin and her husband John of Plattsmouth, NE; one sister Joan Carlson of Orland Park, IL; daughter in law Janet Troy of Ogden; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends. She was also preceded in death by her son Matthew; and four siblings: David Russell, Jacqueline Cecil, Shirley Carlson and Gerald Russell. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 26, at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ogden, KS, with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Private interment will be in the Main Post Cemetery at Fort Riley. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.. Wednesday, May 25th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Stoneybrook Retirement Community or Interim Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Carole F. Troy

Full obituary in the care of the&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Funeral Service:&nbsp; Tuesday, May 24, 2022, 11:00 a.m., Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home,1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502

Interment:&nbsp; Sunrise Cemetery, 2901 Stagg Hill Road, Manhattan, KS&nbsp;

Full obituary in the care of the&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Funeral Service:&nbsp; Tuesday, May 24, 2022, 11:00 a.m., Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home,1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502Interment:&nbsp; Sunrise Cemetery, 2901 Stagg Hill Road, Manhattan, KS&nbsp;

Phyllis E. McCarthy - August 7, 1923 - May 18, 2022

Hamilton Kay Heldstab, 94, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Brookdale Assisted Living. A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church with Associate Pastor Will Ravenstein officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the First United Methodist Church or Accord Hospice. Kay was born March 25, 1928, in Junction City, KS, the son of Walter Hamilton and Mayme Irene (King) Heldstab. Kay graduated from the Junction City High School with the class of 1946. After his graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corp where he served on the U.S.S. Topeka. After serving in the United States Marine Corp he attended trade school for refrigeration. He worked for Sears and Roebuck Company for sixteen years. He opened Heldstab Appliance in 1971 and continued working until 1991. After his retirement, he owned and operated Antique Junction Antique Mall with his wife Marilyn. Kay was a lifetime member of the First United Methodist Church in Junction City. At the time of his death, he was the longest standing member of the church. He was a long time member of the Sertoma Club. Kay also did a lot of volunteer work in the Junction City Community including the Geary County Historical Society and the Opera House Foundation. Kay married Marilyn Marie Burbank January 13, 1952. Marilyn passed away December 16, 2016. Survivors include three sons, Steve (Charlotte) Heldstab of Whitefish, MT, Randy (Chris) Heldstab and Terry (Peggy) both of Junction City, KS; one daughter, Chris Frink (Marc) of Manhattan, KS; nine grandchildren, Jason Heldstab (Annette), Jaimie Heldstab, Jennifer McCullough (Sean), Sarah Bettis (Adam), Emily Durig (Mike), Elizabeth Crisler (Jesse), Mike Heldstab (Morgan), Angela Gerena and Brian Heldstab (Samantha); twenty seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Eileen Martino of Junction City, KS; a bonus granddaughter-in-law Spring January (Terry) and numerous nephews and nieces. Kay was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marilyn; one sister, Joyce Winter, one great-granddaughter, Lillian Kay Bettis and one great-grandson Kammeron Haggerty.

Hamilton Kay Heldstab, 94, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Brookdale Assisted Living. A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church with Associate Pastor Will Ravenstein officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the First United Methodist Church or Accord Hospice. Kay was born March 25, 1928, in Junction City, KS, the son of Walter Hamilton and Mayme Irene (King) Heldstab. Kay graduated from the Junction City High School with the class of 1946. After his graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corp where he served on the U.S.S. Topeka. After serving in the United States Marine Corp he attended trade school for refrigeration. He worked for Sears and Roebuck Company for sixteen years. He opened Heldstab Appliance in 1971 and continued working until 1991. After his retirement, he owned and operated Antique Junction Antique Mall with his wife Marilyn. Kay was a lifetime member of the First United Methodist Church in Junction City. At the time of his death, he was the longest standing member of the church. He was a long time member of the Sertoma Club. Kay also did a lot of volunteer work in the Junction City Community including the Geary County Historical Society and the Opera House Foundation. Kay married Marilyn Marie Burbank January 13, 1952. Marilyn passed away December 16, 2016. Survivors include three sons, Steve (Charlotte) Heldstab of Whitefish, MT, Randy (Chris) Heldstab and Terry (Peggy) both of Junction City, KS; one daughter, Chris Frink (Marc) of Manhattan, KS; nine grandchildren, Jason Heldstab (Annette), Jaimie Heldstab, Jennifer McCullough (Sean), Sarah Bettis (Adam), Emily Durig (Mike), Elizabeth Crisler (Jesse), Mike Heldstab (Morgan), Angela Gerena and Brian Heldstab (Samantha); twenty seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Eileen Martino of Junction City, KS; a bonus granddaughter-in-law Spring January (Terry) and numerous nephews and nieces. Kay was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marilyn; one sister, Joyce Winter, one great-granddaughter, Lillian Kay Bettis and one great-grandson Kammeron Haggerty.

Hamilton Kay Heldstab

Eleanor A. Miller, 86, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at her residence in Junction City. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. She was the daughter of Geraldine F. Swenson. Eleanor worked as a staffing specialist for the United States Government at Fort Riley for many years. She graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1953. She was an avid collector and animal lover. She married Mike Miller May 1, 2000 in Eureka Springs, AR. Survivors include her husband Mike of the home in Junction City; one son, Tim Bridges of Massillon, OH; two step-sons, Mark Miller of Manhattan, KS and Chris Miller of Lenexa, KS; two step-daughters, Suzy Kells of Manhattan, KS and Nancy LaCrosse of Lawrence, KS; thirteen combined grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother Geraldine F. Swenson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eleanor A. Miller, 86, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at her residence in Junction City. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. She was the daughter of Geraldine F. Swenson. Eleanor worked as a staffing specialist for the United States Government at Fort Riley for many years. She graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1953. She was an avid collector and animal lover. She married Mike Miller May 1, 2000 in Eureka Springs, AR. Survivors include her husband Mike of the home in Junction City; one son, Tim Bridges of Massillon, OH; two step-sons, Mark Miller of Manhattan, KS and Chris Miller of Lenexa, KS; two step-daughters, Suzy Kells of Manhattan, KS and Nancy LaCrosse of Lawrence, KS; thirteen combined grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother Geraldine F. Swenson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eleanor A. "Ellie" Miller 

Phyllis Loie (Woellhof) Hartner&nbsp;(Feb. 3, 1929 – May 18, 2022) died peacefully in her sleep in the early morning.&nbsp; Phyllis was born at home in Oak Hill, Kansas to Ezra and Grace (Ford) Woellhof, the middle and only girl of five children.&nbsp; She grew up on her family farm and graduated from Clay County Community High School in 1947.

Following the end of WWII, she caught the eye of a handsome, local returning GI, and they soon became a couple.&nbsp; On Oct. 4, 1947, she married the love of her life, Roy Hartner, at her parents’ home, on the hottest day of the year.&nbsp; After a honeymoon trip through the Southwest, they settled in Clay County where they spent the next 18 years farming and growing their family.&nbsp; In 1965, they left farming and moved to Boulder, Colorado.

Away from the farming life, they had the opportunity to spend more time doing the things they loved.&nbsp; While Phyllis worked much of her life, often in jobs that showcased her excellent sewing skills, she and Roy spent many days hiking, camping and off-roading in the mountains around Boulder.&nbsp; Her love of travel was obvious to everyone who knew her.&nbsp; During their 67-year marriage, they traveled to all 50 states, Canada, Mexico and Europe.&nbsp; In later years, they took off in their motorhome to travel around the US helping build churches through the Laborers for Christ program of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod.

While her church was very important to her, her family was the light of her life.&nbsp; After retirement, she and Roy moved to Loveland, CO in 1999, to be closer to their grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a doting grandma, always welcoming arrivals with fresh baked chocolate chip cookies.&nbsp; Never one to sit around, she was always ready to lend a hand wherever needed.&nbsp; Her grandchildren will forever fondly remember her color themed Christmas trees, her love of Precious Moments figurines and her signature “sh, sh, sh” whenever things got too loud. &nbsp;&nbsp;Two years after Roy’s death in 2015, she moved to Longmont, CO, where she spent her final days.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Gwain and Melvin, an infant brother, Richard, and her beloved husband, Roy.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons Rick (Rosemary) and Daryl Hartner, daughter Trudy (Mike) Loucks, grandchildren Marianne (Jeff) Hartner-Godown, Auliya McCauley-Hartner, Talia (Pete) Damrow, Hailey, Wilson and Joely Loucks, great-granddaughter Reina Damrow, brothers Truman (Leona) and Eldon Woellhof and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home on Mon. May 23 at 1:30 pm with internment following at Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorial donations be made to Bristol Hospice of Northern Colorado, by mail at 3770 Puritan Way, Suite E, Frederick, CO&nbsp; 80516 or online at&nbsp;<a href="https://bristolfoundation.org/donation-page/">https://bristolfoundation.org/donation-page/</a>.

Phyllis Loie (Woellhof) Hartner&nbsp;(Feb. 3, 1929 – May 18, 2022) died peacefully in her sleep in the early morning.&nbsp; Phyllis was born at home in Oak Hill, Kansas to Ezra and Grace (Ford) Woellhof, the middle and only girl of five children.&nbsp; She grew up on her family farm and graduated from Clay County Community High School in 1947.Following the end of WWII, she caught the eye of a handsome, local returning GI, and they soon became a couple.&nbsp; On Oct. 4, 1947, she married the love of her life, Roy Hartner, at her parents’ home, on the hottest day of the year.&nbsp; After a honeymoon trip through the Southwest, they settled in Clay County where they spent the next 18 years farming and growing their family.&nbsp; In 1965, they left farming and moved to Boulder, Colorado.Away from the farming life, they had the opportunity to spend more time doing the things they loved.&nbsp; While Phyllis worked much of her life, often in jobs that showcased her excellent sewing skills, she and Roy spent many days hiking, camping and off-roading in the mountains around Boulder.&nbsp; Her love of travel was obvious to everyone who knew her.&nbsp; During their 67-year marriage, they traveled to all 50 states, Canada, Mexico and Europe.&nbsp; In later years, they took off in their motorhome to travel around the US helping build churches through the Laborers for Christ program of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod.While her church was very important to her, her family was the light of her life.&nbsp; After retirement, she and Roy moved to Loveland, CO in 1999, to be closer to their grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a doting grandma, always welcoming arrivals with fresh baked chocolate chip cookies.&nbsp; Never one to sit around, she was always ready to lend a hand wherever needed.&nbsp; Her grandchildren will forever fondly remember her color themed Christmas trees, her love of Precious Moments figurines and her signature “sh, sh, sh” whenever things got too loud. &nbsp;&nbsp;Two years after Roy’s death in 2015, she moved to Longmont, CO, where she spent her final days.She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Gwain and Melvin, an infant brother, Richard, and her beloved husband, Roy.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons Rick (Rosemary) and Daryl Hartner, daughter Trudy (Mike) Loucks, grandchildren Marianne (Jeff) Hartner-Godown, Auliya McCauley-Hartner, Talia (Pete) Damrow, Hailey, Wilson and Joely Loucks, great-granddaughter Reina Damrow, brothers Truman (Leona) and Eldon Woellhof and many nieces and nephews.A memorial service will be held at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home on Mon. May 23 at 1:30 pm with internment following at Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorial donations be made to Bristol Hospice of Northern Colorado, by mail at 3770 Puritan Way, Suite E, Frederick, CO&nbsp; 80516 or online at&nbsp;<a href="https://bristolfoundation.org/donation-page/">https://bristolfoundation.org/donation-page/</a>.

Phyllis Loie (Woellhof) Hartner 

Roberta M. Lenhart, 86, of Clay Center died Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was born on December 24, 1935 in Brewster, Kansas the daughter of Bert Gallup and Agnes (Sprague-Hollenbeck) Gallup.

She grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1954.&nbsp; Roberta then worked for Dr. Shepard and later she worked for Clay Center Family Physicians until her retirement.&nbsp; She married Ralph Dageforde on November 25, 1956 and he preceded her in death on January 1, 1997.&nbsp; She then married Willard Lenhart on April 3, 1998.&nbsp; Roberta enjoyed playing golf and traveling with her husband around the U.S., Australia, Canada and Europe.

Roberta was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was a Sunday School and week day teacher.

She is preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Logan Dageforde and brother, Bill Hollenbeck.

She is survived by her husband, Willard Lenhart of Clay Center, Kansas; sons, David and wife, Carla Dageforde of Pratville, Alabama and Gregory and wife, Susan Dageforde of Tallassee, Alabama; stepsons, Bill and wife, Barb Lenhart of Clifton, Kansas, Walt Lenhart of Clifton, Kansas and Wayne and wife, Diane Lenhart of Clay Center, Kansas; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren and her brother, Lon and wife Mary Ann Gallup of Castle Rock, Colorado.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

Roberta M. Lenhart, 86, of Clay Center died Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was born on December 24, 1935 in Brewster, Kansas the daughter of Bert Gallup and Agnes (Sprague-Hollenbeck) Gallup.She grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1954.&nbsp; Roberta then worked for Dr. Shepard and later she worked for Clay Center Family Physicians until her retirement.&nbsp; She married Ralph Dageforde on November 25, 1956 and he preceded her in death on January 1, 1997.&nbsp; She then married Willard Lenhart on April 3, 1998.&nbsp; Roberta enjoyed playing golf and traveling with her husband around the U.S., Australia, Canada and Europe.Roberta was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was a Sunday School and week day teacher.She is preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Logan Dageforde and brother, Bill Hollenbeck.She is survived by her husband, Willard Lenhart of Clay Center, Kansas; sons, David and wife, Carla Dageforde of Pratville, Alabama and Gregory and wife, Susan Dageforde of Tallassee, Alabama; stepsons, Bill and wife, Barb Lenhart of Clifton, Kansas, Walt Lenhart of Clifton, Kansas and Wayne and wife, Diane Lenhart of Clay Center, Kansas; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren and her brother, Lon and wife Mary Ann Gallup of Castle Rock, Colorado.Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

Roberta M. Lenhart

Wesley L. Stotler, age 79, of Manhattan, died May 13, 2022 at the Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.Wes was born on June 9, 1942, in Dodge City, Kansas, the son of Lee and Myrtle Stotler. His family moved to Newton, Kansas in 1946. He attended schools in Newton and graduate with the Newton High School class of 1960. Wes then attended Hutchinson Community College and then Pittsburg State Teachers College. He also attended Kansas State University, where he earned his Master’s Degree. He served in the Army Reserves and was Honorably Discharged in 1971. On September 6, 1964 he was united in marriage to Nancy Marrs. She survives at their home in Manhattan. Wes taught drafting technology at the Manhattan Area Technical School from 1970 until 1998. He then went to work for the Riley County Public Works from 2000 until 2010. Wes was a history buff and loved to spend time reading a good book. He loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren and being part of their activities as much as he could. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Gus and his son Doug. In addition to his wife Nancy, he is survived by his daughters, Robin Horn (Kenny) and Anna Fordyce (Troy); grandchildren: John, Katelyn, and Julia Horn, and Jacob, Bonnie, and Caleb Fordyce, and his great-grandchild, Jamie Horn. The family will greet friends at 10:00 a.m. Friday May 27 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. At 10:45 a.m. a procession will be formed to go to the cemetery. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday May 27, 2022 at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. Chaplain Doug Hamilton will officiate the services. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Wes to the Alzheimer’s Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wesley L. Stotler, age 79, of Manhattan, died May 13, 2022 at the Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.Wes was born on June 9, 1942, in Dodge City, Kansas, the son of Lee and Myrtle Stotler. His family moved to Newton, Kansas in 1946. He attended schools in Newton and graduate with the Newton High School class of 1960. Wes then attended Hutchinson Community College and then Pittsburg State Teachers College. He also attended Kansas State University, where he earned his Master’s Degree. He served in the Army Reserves and was Honorably Discharged in 1971. On September 6, 1964 he was united in marriage to Nancy Marrs. She survives at their home in Manhattan. Wes taught drafting technology at the Manhattan Area Technical School from 1970 until 1998. He then went to work for the Riley County Public Works from 2000 until 2010. Wes was a history buff and loved to spend time reading a good book. He loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren and being part of their activities as much as he could. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Gus and his son Doug. In addition to his wife Nancy, he is survived by his daughters, Robin Horn (Kenny) and Anna Fordyce (Troy); grandchildren: John, Katelyn, and Julia Horn, and Jacob, Bonnie, and Caleb Fordyce, and his great-grandchild, Jamie Horn. The family will greet friends at 10:00 a.m. Friday May 27 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. At 10:45 a.m. a procession will be formed to go to the cemetery. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday May 27, 2022 at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. Chaplain Doug Hamilton will officiate the services. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Wes to the Alzheimer’s Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wes Stotler 

Annie M. Guilmett (nee: Carlson), O’Fallon MO, passed away April 18, 2022, at age 91. She was married to Francis Guilmett who preceded her in 1992. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Ida Carlson; loving mother of Dean Guilmett (Karen); loving grandmother of Brian and Robert F Guilmett (Randdi); loving great grandmother of Astrid, Alivia and Robert D Guilmett; dear sister of the late Ella Mae Dickson (Robert), the late Elaine Ney (Merl) and the late John Carlson (Ruth Ann); dear aunt to Dennis Dickson (Kathleen), Kay Lynn Jacob (the late Gene), Cleo Hanna (Michael), Walter Ney (Linda) and Eric Ney (Jennifer). Annie resided in Junction City the majority of her life. She retired in 1993 and she remained active as a volunteer in Junction City and abroad. She spent five years volunteering at Heifer International in Perryville, Arkansas. Celebrate at Saint Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City, KS followed by a graveside service at Saint Mary’s Cemetery, 1657-1699 St. Mary’s Rd, Junction City, KS, with Father Gnanasekar Kulandai officiating. In lieu of flowers or live plants, the family suggests memorial contributions in Annie’s behalf to be given to the Alzheimer's Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rosary:&nbsp; Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 10:30&nbsp; to 11:00 a.m. St. Xavier Catholic Church

Service:&nbsp; Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., St. Xavier Catholic Church

Interment:&nbsp; St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery&nbsp;&nbsp;

Annie M. Guilmett (nee: Carlson), O’Fallon MO, passed away April 18, 2022, at age 91. She was married to Francis Guilmett who preceded her in 1992. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Ida Carlson; loving mother of Dean Guilmett (Karen); loving grandmother of Brian and Robert F Guilmett (Randdi); loving great grandmother of Astrid, Alivia and Robert D Guilmett; dear sister of the late Ella Mae Dickson (Robert), the late Elaine Ney (Merl) and the late John Carlson (Ruth Ann); dear aunt to Dennis Dickson (Kathleen), Kay Lynn Jacob (the late Gene), Cleo Hanna (Michael), Walter Ney (Linda) and Eric Ney (Jennifer). Annie resided in Junction City the majority of her life. She retired in 1993 and she remained active as a volunteer in Junction City and abroad. She spent five years volunteering at Heifer International in Perryville, Arkansas. Celebrate at Saint Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City, KS followed by a graveside service at Saint Mary’s Cemetery, 1657-1699 St. Mary’s Rd, Junction City, KS, with Father Gnanasekar Kulandai officiating. In lieu of flowers or live plants, the family suggests memorial contributions in Annie’s behalf to be given to the Alzheimer's Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rosary:&nbsp; Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 10:30&nbsp; to 11:00 a.m. St. Xavier Catholic ChurchService:&nbsp; Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., St. Xavier Catholic ChurchInterment:&nbsp; St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery&nbsp;&nbsp;

Annie M. Guilmett 

Marjorie Cecile Fleagle was born July 29, 1923, in Orlando, Oklahoma to Alta and Cecil Falen.&nbsp; Marjorie grew up in Dillon, Kansas and graduated from Hope High school in 1941. She passed from this life to a heavenly one on May 17, 2022.

She was married to Lester Fleagle in Dale, Alabama in 1943 until his death in 1990. They lived and raised their family in Abilene Kansas Survived by daughters, Marjorie Rae Huse, Abilene, KS, Linda Marcotte, (Dan Steele) Midwest City OK, and Sharon Taplin and husband Mike of Longford KS. Also survived by two grandchildren, Tammy Winters (Robert) and Chuck Huse, great grandchildren Lindsay Moore (Austin), Emily Rittgers, Madeline Tuba (Mikey), Shane Huse, Daniel C. Huse, Tiffany Huse and Jacob Huse and great great granddaughter, Isabella Moore.

She was preceded in death by her parents Cecil and Alta Falen, her husband, Lester Fleagle, brother Calvin Falen , son Gerald Fleagle, grandson Daniel D. Huse.

Marjorie was a homemaker, volunteer for many organizations including leading a bible study at Village Manor nursing home for many years and the Mary Martha group at First Christian Church. In the 1970 and 1980s, she worked at Brown Memorial Home.

Marjorie was a member of First Christian Church Abilene, Kansas for over seventy years. Her kind, gentle loving spirit and sound advice often expressed through humor helped many people over the years. All of her children knew how lucky they were to have her for a mother and over the years there many who wished she was their Mom. In recent years, she lived at Abilene Place. The family would like to express thanks to the staff there who provided loving care.

Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 21st at First Christian Church. Visitation on Friday, May 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Martin Becker Carlson Abilene, Kansas. Final resting place at Ashton Cemetery, rural Hope, Kansas.

Memorials to First Christian Church Abilene, Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Marjorie Cecile Fleagle was born July 29, 1923, in Orlando, Oklahoma to Alta and Cecil Falen.&nbsp; Marjorie grew up in Dillon, Kansas and graduated from Hope High school in 1941. She passed from this life to a heavenly one on May 17, 2022. She was married to Lester Fleagle in Dale, Alabama in 1943 until his death in 1990. They lived and raised their family in Abilene Kansas Survived by daughters, Marjorie Rae Huse, Abilene, KS, Linda Marcotte, (Dan Steele) Midwest City OK, and Sharon Taplin and husband Mike of Longford KS. Also survived by two grandchildren, Tammy Winters (Robert) and Chuck Huse, great grandchildren Lindsay Moore (Austin), Emily Rittgers, Madeline Tuba (Mikey), Shane Huse, Daniel C. Huse, Tiffany Huse and Jacob Huse and great great granddaughter, Isabella Moore. She was preceded in death by her parents Cecil and Alta Falen, her husband, Lester Fleagle, brother Calvin Falen , son Gerald Fleagle, grandson Daniel D. Huse. Marjorie was a homemaker, volunteer for many organizations including leading a bible study at Village Manor nursing home for many years and the Mary Martha group at First Christian Church. In the 1970 and 1980s, she worked at Brown Memorial Home. Marjorie was a member of First Christian Church Abilene, Kansas for over seventy years. Her kind, gentle loving spirit and sound advice often expressed through humor helped many people over the years. All of her children knew how lucky they were to have her for a mother and over the years there many who wished she was their Mom. In recent years, she lived at Abilene Place. The family would like to express thanks to the staff there who provided loving care. Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 21st at First Christian Church. Visitation on Friday, May 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Martin Becker Carlson Abilene, Kansas. Final resting place at Ashton Cemetery, rural Hope, Kansas. Memorials to First Christian Church Abilene, Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Marjorie Cecile Fleagle

Helen Pauline Wieters, age 97 of Randolph, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

She was born on February 1, 1925 at the family farm south of Walsburg, the daughter of John Herbert and Emma Marina (Johnson) Holtman.&nbsp; She was baptized and confirmed in the Walsburg Lutheran Church, attended Walsburg Grade School and graduated from Randolph Rural High School.

On September 5, 1948 in the Walsburg Lutheran Church, she married Harold Melvin Wieters. He preceded her in death in 2002.

Helen worked as a bookkeeper for Farm Bureau early in her working career before becoming a full-time farmwife.&nbsp; She loved babysitting, quilting, embroidery, gardening and watching her squirrels.&nbsp; She made all of her grandchildren denim quilts and baby blankets for all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a lifetime member of the Walsburg Lutheran Church, a member of L.C.W. and Business and Professional Women.

She is survived by her two daughters, Carol Deetjen and husband Chris of Manhattan and Carla Hageman and husband Gary of Leonardville; six grandchildren, Jamie Hageman (Kristi), Jason Hageman (Jamie), Christopher Deetjen (Melissa), Travis Hageman (Kristen), Stacy Dawes (Brett) and Amy Crady (Jeff); nine great grandchildren and two sisters-in-law, Phyllis Wieters of Barnes and Ann Dinwiddie of Manhattan.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, George Holtman and one sister, Emma Hagenmaier.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2022 at the Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Keith Wiens and Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walsburg Cemetery.

A memorial may be made to the Leonardville Nursing Home and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Helen Pauline Wieters, age 97 of Randolph, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.She was born on February 1, 1925 at the family farm south of Walsburg, the daughter of John Herbert and Emma Marina (Johnson) Holtman.&nbsp; She was baptized and confirmed in the Walsburg Lutheran Church, attended Walsburg Grade School and graduated from Randolph Rural High School.On September 5, 1948 in the Walsburg Lutheran Church, she married Harold Melvin Wieters. He preceded her in death in 2002.Helen worked as a bookkeeper for Farm Bureau early in her working career before becoming a full-time farmwife.&nbsp; She loved babysitting, quilting, embroidery, gardening and watching her squirrels.&nbsp; She made all of her grandchildren denim quilts and baby blankets for all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a lifetime member of the Walsburg Lutheran Church, a member of L.C.W. and Business and Professional Women.She is survived by her two daughters, Carol Deetjen and husband Chris of Manhattan and Carla Hageman and husband Gary of Leonardville; six grandchildren, Jamie Hageman (Kristi), Jason Hageman (Jamie), Christopher Deetjen (Melissa), Travis Hageman (Kristen), Stacy Dawes (Brett) and Amy Crady (Jeff); nine great grandchildren and two sisters-in-law, Phyllis Wieters of Barnes and Ann Dinwiddie of Manhattan.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, George Holtman and one sister, Emma Hagenmaier.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2022 at the Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Keith Wiens and Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walsburg Cemetery.A memorial may be made to the Leonardville Nursing Home and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Helen Pauline Wieters

Terry Ray Mitchell died, May 17th, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows in Buhler, KS.&nbsp; He was born on July 26, 1939, in Clay Center, KS, the only son of Harrison and Ethel Mae Mitchell. Terry was raised on the family farm north of Clay Center. He attended Clay Center public schools and graduated from CCCHS in 1957.&nbsp; He married Nancy Taddiken on August 25, 1963.&nbsp; They lived and worked in Clay Center, KS until moving to Smith Center, KS in 1972.&nbsp; After retiring they moved back to Clay Center in 2006.&nbsp; He was active with the Presbyterian Church and Evangelical Free Church in Smith Center and the First Baptist Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; His wife and parents preceded him in death.

Son: Shawn and wife Tammy Mitchell, Topeka Kansas

Daughter: Amy and Husband Greg Richardson, Hutchinson, Kansas

Son: Travis and wife Amy Mitchell, Aurora, Nebraska

Son: Justin and wife Jenny Mitchell, Hutchinson, Kansas

Graveside Services:&nbsp;Friday, May 20, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 4-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the CCCHS Trap Team c/o the funeral home

Terry Ray Mitchell died, May 17th, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows in Buhler, KS.&nbsp; He was born on July 26, 1939, in Clay Center, KS, the only son of Harrison and Ethel Mae Mitchell. Terry was raised on the family farm north of Clay Center. He attended Clay Center public schools and graduated from CCCHS in 1957.&nbsp; He married Nancy Taddiken on August 25, 1963.&nbsp; They lived and worked in Clay Center, KS until moving to Smith Center, KS in 1972.&nbsp; After retiring they moved back to Clay Center in 2006.&nbsp; He was active with the Presbyterian Church and Evangelical Free Church in Smith Center and the First Baptist Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; His wife and parents preceded him in death.SurvivorsSon: Shawn and wife Tammy Mitchell, Topeka KansasDaughter: Amy and Husband Greg Richardson, Hutchinson, KansasSon: Travis and wife Amy Mitchell, Aurora, NebraskaSon: Justin and wife Jenny Mitchell, Hutchinson, Kansas11 GrandchildrenGraveside Services:&nbsp;Friday, May 20, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KSVisitation:&nbsp;Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 4-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the CCCHS Trap Team c/o the funeral home

Terry Ray Mitchell

Elroy Hammel, 88 of Overland Park died on Monday, May 16, 2022 at the Morningside Place of Overland Park.&nbsp;

Elroy was born to John Richard “Jack” and Edna Victoria (Hedberg) Hammel on November 11, 1933, in Clay Center, Kansas. He was the fourth of seven children.

Elroy had an entrepreneurial spirit, and his early years were filled with ideas for making extra money. Possibly his biggest undertaking was when he bought an old tractor and plow from a salvage yard in Clay Center and struck a deal with a farmer north of Clay Center to plow-under his wheat stubble after harvest. A big task, but Elroy pulled it off. Then, with no further need for the tractor and plow, he sold them back to the salvage yard. A few days later, cash in pocket, he hitched a ride to town and bought his first car—a used 1936 Chevrolet. This was the Elroy his family loved. &nbsp;

After graduation from Clay County Community High School in 1951, Elroy found work in Wichita, KS. He later enlisted in the U.S.A.F. He served for eight years and gained the status of staff sergeant. Throughout his military career he was a steward for military flights and spent time in both England and Germany.&nbsp; During this time, he began a course of higher education through correspondence from Maryland University.

After returning to civilian life, Elroy continued his education in Wichita where he received a Bachelor of Science from Wichita State University. During this time, he worked for both Cessna and Boeing Aircraft.

Elroy married Bonnie Jean Fahrbach in 1970. He then accepted a position with the Federal Government as a systems analyst in Kansas City. He and Bonnie purchased a home in Overland Park, KS where they lived the rest of their lives. Elroy retired in the mid-1990s.

Elroy was preceded in death by his parents, wife Bonnie Hammel, brother Eldon Hammel, sister Doris Lietzan, brother Loren Hammel, stepson Wayne E. Fahrbach, Jr, and stepson Jimmy R. Fahrbach.

Elroy will be lovingly remembered by his siblings, Gary (Carol) Hammel, Wichita, Jan Jewell, Trivoli, IL, Vickie McCann, Trivoli, IL and by his stepchildren, Cindy Scheinost, Overland Park, KS, Connie Fahrbach, Andover, KS, Tracy Fahrbach, Bel Aire, KS and Brenda Fahrbach, Durango, CO.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 23, 2022, at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Clay Center Zoo and may made in care of Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;St., Clay Center, KS&nbsp; 67432.

Elroy Hammel, 88 of Overland Park died on Monday, May 16, 2022 at the Morningside Place of Overland Park.&nbsp;Elroy was born to John Richard “Jack” and Edna Victoria (Hedberg) Hammel on November 11, 1933, in Clay Center, Kansas. He was the fourth of seven children.Elroy had an entrepreneurial spirit, and his early years were filled with ideas for making extra money. Possibly his biggest undertaking was when he bought an old tractor and plow from a salvage yard in Clay Center and struck a deal with a farmer north of Clay Center to plow-under his wheat stubble after harvest. A big task, but Elroy pulled it off. Then, with no further need for the tractor and plow, he sold them back to the salvage yard. A few days later, cash in pocket, he hitched a ride to town and bought his first car—a used 1936 Chevrolet. This was the Elroy his family loved. &nbsp;After graduation from Clay County Community High School in 1951, Elroy found work in Wichita, KS. He later enlisted in the U.S.A.F. He served for eight years and gained the status of staff sergeant. Throughout his military career he was a steward for military flights and spent time in both England and Germany.&nbsp; During this time, he began a course of higher education through correspondence from Maryland University.After returning to civilian life, Elroy continued his education in Wichita where he received a Bachelor of Science from Wichita State University. During this time, he worked for both Cessna and Boeing Aircraft.Elroy married Bonnie Jean Fahrbach in 1970. He then accepted a position with the Federal Government as a systems analyst in Kansas City. He and Bonnie purchased a home in Overland Park, KS where they lived the rest of their lives. Elroy retired in the mid-1990s.Elroy was preceded in death by his parents, wife Bonnie Hammel, brother Eldon Hammel, sister Doris Lietzan, brother Loren Hammel, stepson Wayne E. Fahrbach, Jr, and stepson Jimmy R. Fahrbach.Elroy will be lovingly remembered by his siblings, Gary (Carol) Hammel, Wichita, Jan Jewell, Trivoli, IL, Vickie McCann, Trivoli, IL and by his stepchildren, Cindy Scheinost, Overland Park, KS, Connie Fahrbach, Andover, KS, Tracy Fahrbach, Bel Aire, KS and Brenda Fahrbach, Durango, CO.Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 23, 2022, at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS.There will be no visitation.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Clay Center Zoo and may made in care of Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;St., Clay Center, KS&nbsp; 67432.

Elroy Hammel

Danny Lee Kirkpatrick, age 49, was born November 30, 1972 in El Dorado, KS. He passed away unexpectedly at home on May 7, 2022 in Chapman, KS. Dan was the son of Willis and Betty (Kimball) Kirkpatrick. His early years were spent in Whitewater, KS where he had fond memories of small town life. His family moved to Scott City, KS when Dan was a sophomore.

This was a difficult move for him, but he made lifelong friends, was part of 3 state championship football teams, and fell in love with his future wife before he graduated from Scott Community High School with the class of 1991. Dan continued his education at Bethany College while also playing basketball and baseball, graduating in 1995. He later obtained his masters in Educational Psychology from Kansas State University in 2007. Dan was a true “helper” whose mission in life was to spread kindness and encouragement to everyone he met. He was blessed with a career that allowed him to do this, working as the counselor for Manhattan Area Technical College for many years before moving on to a position at Junction City High School in 2019. Most recently, he was the counselor for Chapman Elementary School, while also coaching middle school basketball. For many years, he taught Sunday school and bible quizzing at his beloved church, JCNaz. Dan loved sports of all kinds, playing multiple sports in his younger years, always cheering on his favorite teams, and coaching his kids in local youth leagues as often as possible. He was a comedian always, and could make almost anyone laugh. He loved a great bass line, cooking his famous chili and Dan-a-ritos, having the greenest grass on the block, American history, and reading five books at one time. Most importantly, he had a deep and abiding faith and was devoted to his family and his Savior above all. On July 25, 1998 he was united in marriage to Jennifer Ann Gruver, in Scott City, KS. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his loving daughters McKenna (20), Maya (17), Adelynn (14), his son Sawyer (10), all of the home; his parents Willis and Betty Kirkpatrick of Peabody, KS; brother Darren Kirkpatrick and wife Missy of El Dorado, KS; sister Leanna Wohlgemuth and husband Kevin of Phoenix, AZ; along with 9 nephews and 5 nieces. Services will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene in Junction City, KS with Pastor Mark Hatcher. Family will receive friends at the church after the service. Memorial contributions will be used for the benefit of his children’s education and for scholarships for local children to attend church camp/mission trips. The may be mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Danny Lee Kirkpatrick, age 49, was born November 30, 1972 in El Dorado, KS. He passed away unexpectedly at home on May 7, 2022 in Chapman, KS. Dan was the son of Willis and Betty (Kimball) Kirkpatrick. His early years were spent in Whitewater, KS where he had fond memories of small town life. His family moved to Scott City, KS when Dan was a sophomore. This was a difficult move for him, but he made lifelong friends, was part of 3 state championship football teams, and fell in love with his future wife before he graduated from Scott Community High School with the class of 1991. Dan continued his education at Bethany College while also playing basketball and baseball, graduating in 1995. He later obtained his masters in Educational Psychology from Kansas State University in 2007. Dan was a true “helper” whose mission in life was to spread kindness and encouragement to everyone he met. He was blessed with a career that allowed him to do this, working as the counselor for Manhattan Area Technical College for many years before moving on to a position at Junction City High School in 2019. Most recently, he was the counselor for Chapman Elementary School, while also coaching middle school basketball. For many years, he taught Sunday school and bible quizzing at his beloved church, JCNaz. Dan loved sports of all kinds, playing multiple sports in his younger years, always cheering on his favorite teams, and coaching his kids in local youth leagues as often as possible. He was a comedian always, and could make almost anyone laugh. He loved a great bass line, cooking his famous chili and Dan-a-ritos, having the greenest grass on the block, American history, and reading five books at one time. Most importantly, he had a deep and abiding faith and was devoted to his family and his Savior above all. On July 25, 1998 he was united in marriage to Jennifer Ann Gruver, in Scott City, KS. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his loving daughters McKenna (20), Maya (17), Adelynn (14), his son Sawyer (10), all of the home; his parents Willis and Betty Kirkpatrick of Peabody, KS; brother Darren Kirkpatrick and wife Missy of El Dorado, KS; sister Leanna Wohlgemuth and husband Kevin of Phoenix, AZ; along with 9 nephews and 5 nieces. Services will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 23, 2022 at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene in Junction City, KS with Pastor Mark Hatcher. Family will receive friends at the church after the service. Memorial contributions will be used for the benefit of his children’s education and for scholarships for local children to attend church camp/mission trips. The may be mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Danny Lee Kirkpatrick

Barbara Jean Fiser Ruliffson, 72, of Manhattan, passed away Tuesday, May 10th, with family by her side. Barbara was born in Manhattan on March 26, 1950, a daughter of the late Vivian R (Bamer) and Ladek (Lud) C. Fiser. She was united in marriage to Mark H. Ruliffson on August 20th, 1970, and celebrated 52 years of marriage. Barb was a member of the Manhattan Church of Christ and served faithfully as their administrative assistant for 14 years. Prior to that, Barb was an accomplished 1st-grade school teacher, at Roosevelt Elementary School in Hays, Kansas. Barbara especially enjoyed spending time with her six grandchildren, gardening, traveling with Mark, and walking her two labrador retrievers, Bailey and Aspen. Visitation will be held at the Manhattan Church of Christ, 2510 Dickens Ave. on Sunday, May 15, 2022, between the hours of 5:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will also be at the Manhattan Church of Christ, Monday, May 16, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. with a visitation starting at 9:00 a.m. until service time. Barbara is survived by her husband Mark of Manhattan, daughter; Tammy Robinson, of Overland Park, Kansas; and her son Tad (Rebecca) Ruliffson, of Manhattan, Kansas, six grandchildren; Nathan, Noah, and Natalie Meyer, along with Ella, Emery, and Everett Ruliffson. Barbara is also survived by her brother David (Kay) Fiser of Manhattan, Kansas; four sisters, Ruth (Mike) Booth, of Olathe, Kansas; Sara (Jerry) Duncan, of Bettendorf, Iowa; Martha (Richard) Seaton, of Manhattan, Kansas; and Karen (Robert) Turner, of Marietta, Georgia; Barb was preceded in death by her parents and sister Carol (John) Cannon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Kansas State University Foundation Johnson Cancer Research Center or the Manhattan Church of Christ Interment at the Sunrise Cemetery Manhattan, KS. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Barbara Jean Fiser Ruliffson, 72, of Manhattan, passed away Tuesday, May 10th, with family by her side. Barbara was born in Manhattan on March 26, 1950, a daughter of the late Vivian R (Bamer) and Ladek (Lud) C. Fiser. She was united in marriage to Mark H. Ruliffson on August 20th, 1970, and celebrated 52 years of marriage. Barb was a member of the Manhattan Church of Christ and served faithfully as their administrative assistant for 14 years. Prior to that, Barb was an accomplished 1st-grade school teacher, at Roosevelt Elementary School in Hays, Kansas. Barbara especially enjoyed spending time with her six grandchildren, gardening, traveling with Mark, and walking her two labrador retrievers, Bailey and Aspen. Visitation will be held at the Manhattan Church of Christ, 2510 Dickens Ave. on Sunday, May 15, 2022, between the hours of 5:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will also be at the Manhattan Church of Christ, Monday, May 16, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. with a visitation starting at 9:00 a.m. until service time. Barbara is survived by her husband Mark of Manhattan, daughter; Tammy Robinson, of Overland Park, Kansas; and her son Tad (Rebecca) Ruliffson, of Manhattan, Kansas, six grandchildren; Nathan, Noah, and Natalie Meyer, along with Ella, Emery, and Everett Ruliffson. Barbara is also survived by her brother David (Kay) Fiser of Manhattan, Kansas; four sisters, Ruth (Mike) Booth, of Olathe, Kansas; Sara (Jerry) Duncan, of Bettendorf, Iowa; Martha (Richard) Seaton, of Manhattan, Kansas; and Karen (Robert) Turner, of Marietta, Georgia; Barb was preceded in death by her parents and sister Carol (John) Cannon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Kansas State University Foundation Johnson Cancer Research Center or the Manhattan Church of Christ Interment at the Sunrise Cemetery Manhattan, KS. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Barbara Jean Fiser Ruliffson

John Harlan Minsch, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Golden, Colorado on April 3, 2022, with family by his side. He was born August 5, 1937, to Harlan H. and Thelma (Knipp) Minsch. John grew up in and around Westmoreland, Kansas, was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church. He graduated from Westmoreland High School with the class of 1955 and attended Kansas State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Geology in 1960. John met his wife Supatra Tha Chieng Thong in Bangkok, Thailand. They married in 1967 and lived in Honolulu, Hawaii, then moving to Tucson, Arizona before residing in Golden since 1976.

John began his career as a geophysicist with the Department of Commerce, Coast and Geodetic Survey in 1961. He was part of the installation team, installing the many seismic stations throughout the world. John spent some years at the Honolulu Observatory as part of the launching the Tsunami Warning System. He later transferred to the Tucson Observatory Seismic and Geomagnetic Group, where he served as Chief of the Observatory until moving to the USGS National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC) in Golden, Colorado in 1976 as the Lead Seismic Analyst. He worked for 44 years with the U.S. Department of Interior U.S. Geological Survey before retiring in 2004.

John was an avid golfer and member of Concordia Lutheran Church. He would travel back to Kansas to the family farm where he enjoyed spending time with fellow farmers at harvest. He is survived by his wife, Supatra, daughter, Alisa and her husband Peter Mumola of Norwalk, Connecticut, grandchildren Peter John and Malia. He is also survived by his sister Jean Ann Minsch of Houston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a great friend to many and a servant of the Lord.

Graveside inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 3, 2022, at St. Luke Lutheran South Cemetery in rural Onaga, Kansas.&nbsp; The family will greet friends on Thursday, June 2, 2022, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials in John’s memory may be given to your choice:

Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood, CO 80228

St. Luke Lutheran Church, 129 Railroad St, Wheaton, KS 66521

TRU Community Care Hospice, 2594 Trailridge Drive East, Lafayette, CO 80026

John Harlan Minsch, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Golden, Colorado on April 3, 2022, with family by his side. He was born August 5, 1937, to Harlan H. and Thelma (Knipp) Minsch. John grew up in and around Westmoreland, Kansas, was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church. He graduated from Westmoreland High School with the class of 1955 and attended Kansas State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Geology in 1960. John met his wife Supatra Tha Chieng Thong in Bangkok, Thailand. They married in 1967 and lived in Honolulu, Hawaii, then moving to Tucson, Arizona before residing in Golden since 1976.John began his career as a geophysicist with the Department of Commerce, Coast and Geodetic Survey in 1961. He was part of the installation team, installing the many seismic stations throughout the world. John spent some years at the Honolulu Observatory as part of the launching the Tsunami Warning System. He later transferred to the Tucson Observatory Seismic and Geomagnetic Group, where he served as Chief of the Observatory until moving to the USGS National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC) in Golden, Colorado in 1976 as the Lead Seismic Analyst. He worked for 44 years with the U.S. Department of Interior U.S. Geological Survey before retiring in 2004.John was an avid golfer and member of Concordia Lutheran Church. He would travel back to Kansas to the family farm where he enjoyed spending time with fellow farmers at harvest. He is survived by his wife, Supatra, daughter, Alisa and her husband Peter Mumola of Norwalk, Connecticut, grandchildren Peter John and Malia. He is also survived by his sister Jean Ann Minsch of Houston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a great friend to many and a servant of the Lord.Graveside inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 3, 2022, at St. Luke Lutheran South Cemetery in rural Onaga, Kansas.&nbsp; The family will greet friends on Thursday, June 2, 2022, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials in John’s memory may be given to your choice:Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood, CO 80228St. Luke Lutheran Church, 129 Railroad St, Wheaton, KS 66521TRU Community Care Hospice, 2594 Trailridge Drive East, Lafayette, CO 80026

John Harlan Minsch

Bernice Gay “Bernie” Waters, 60, of Alma, Kansas, died Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Alma Manor. She was a long-time member of the community.

Bernice was born on January 25, 1962, in Mobile, Alabama, the daughter of Patrick H. and Shirley (Theel) Waters. She graduated from Wabaunsee High School in 1981.

Bernice worked for many years as a cook for the Alma Manor. She also worked a short time for the St. Marys Manor. Bernice was forced to retire in the 1990s due to her health. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Alma. Bernice enjoyed playing cards and was a member of a local card club. She loved to help organize birthday, graduation, or any other type pf party. She loved to tease her nephews and was known for her dry sense of humor. Bernice loved to be a part of lively conversation and often would change sides of a topic just to keep the argument going. Bernice was a avid K-State, Chiefs and Royals fan.

Bernice is survived by her sisters; Audrey Waters, Alma, and Cindy Louk (Dave Kaufholz), St. George, her nephews, Charles Thomas and Richard Louk, her grand-nephew, Dean Louk; her brothers-in-law, Ronald Thomas and Ross Louk; as well as many other relatives and friends.

A graveside funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 21, 2022, at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Alma. The family will greet friends prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma. They suggest memorial contributions to Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses and those may be sent to the funeral home.

Bernice Gay “Bernie” Waters, 60, of Alma, Kansas, died Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Alma Manor. She was a long-time member of the community.Bernice was born on January 25, 1962, in Mobile, Alabama, the daughter of Patrick H. and Shirley (Theel) Waters. She graduated from Wabaunsee High School in 1981.Bernice worked for many years as a cook for the Alma Manor. She also worked a short time for the St. Marys Manor. Bernice was forced to retire in the 1990s due to her health. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Alma. Bernice enjoyed playing cards and was a member of a local card club. She loved to help organize birthday, graduation, or any other type pf party. She loved to tease her nephews and was known for her dry sense of humor. Bernice loved to be a part of lively conversation and often would change sides of a topic just to keep the argument going. Bernice was a avid K-State, Chiefs and Royals fan.Bernice is survived by her sisters; Audrey Waters, Alma, and Cindy Louk (Dave Kaufholz), St. George, her nephews, Charles Thomas and Richard Louk, her grand-nephew, Dean Louk; her brothers-in-law, Ronald Thomas and Ross Louk; as well as many other relatives and friends.A graveside funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 21, 2022, at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Alma. The family will greet friends prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma. They suggest memorial contributions to Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses and those may be sent to the funeral home.

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