Jerome Sylvester “Jerry” Beihl, age 77, of Manhattan, died January 18, 2022, at his residence. He was born July 18, 1944, in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Frederick and Regina Rose (Greaney) Beihl. In 1963, Jerry joined the United States Army and served for 26 plus years retiring at the rank of Sergeant First Class. He served during the Vietnam Conflict and had received the Army Lapel Button, Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Award, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Good Conduct Medal (8), Army Achievement Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Meritorious Unit Citation, Vietnam Campaign Medal with one Silver Star, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm and Expert (M-16 Rifle) Sharpshooter. Following his military service he worked security at Sears and as the head of Transportation and Security at Flint Hills Job Corps Center. He was also an Auxiliary Lieutenant Police Officer for Riley County Police Department for 13 years. Jerome was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church, and 4th Degree Knight of Columbus. He was also a huge Kansas State Football fan. On March 23, 1968, at Church of our Lady of Mercy Cross Chapel, in Blessington, County Wicklow, Ireland, he was married to Josephine Teresa Edwards. Survivors include his wife Josephine of Manhattan; two children: Andrew Beihl of Pittsburg, KS, and Pamela Beihl (Kayra Joy) of Kansas City, KS; grandchildren: Victoria Yartz, Riley Beihl, Carson Beihl, Grayson Beihl, Quincy Beihl and Carolina Vargas; daughter-in-law Kelly Yartz; and sister-in-law Kathleen Edwards. A Parish Vigil will be held at 9:30 A.M. Thursday, January 27th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, January 27th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Interment with military honors will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. Jerry lived a life of service to his family, his church, his community and country. His friendly and good nature will be greatly missed by all who had the good fortune to know and love him. Memorial contributions may be made to either Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Manhattan Catholic Schools or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jerome Sylvester “Jerry” Beihl, age 77, of Manhattan, died January 18, 2022, at his residence. He was born July 18, 1944, in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Frederick and Regina Rose (Greaney) Beihl. In 1963, Jerry joined the United States Army and served for 26 plus years retiring at the rank of Sergeant First Class. He served during the Vietnam Conflict and had received the Army Lapel Button, Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Award, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Good Conduct Medal (8), Army Achievement Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Meritorious Unit Citation, Vietnam Campaign Medal with one Silver Star, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm and Expert (M-16 Rifle) Sharpshooter. Following his military service he worked security at Sears and as the head of Transportation and Security at Flint Hills Job Corps Center. He was also an Auxiliary Lieutenant Police Officer for Riley County Police Department for 13 years. Jerome was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church, and 4th Degree Knight of Columbus. He was also a huge Kansas State Football fan. On March 23, 1968, at Church of our Lady of Mercy Cross Chapel, in Blessington, County Wicklow, Ireland, he was married to Josephine Teresa Edwards. Survivors include his wife Josephine of Manhattan; two children: Andrew Beihl of Pittsburg, KS, and Pamela Beihl (Kayra Joy) of Kansas City, KS; grandchildren: Victoria Yartz, Riley Beihl, Carson Beihl, Grayson Beihl, Quincy Beihl and Carolina Vargas; daughter-in-law Kelly Yartz; and sister-in-law Kathleen Edwards. A Parish Vigil will be held at 9:30 A.M. Thursday, January 27th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, January 27th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Interment with military honors will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. Jerry lived a life of service to his family, his church, his community and country. His friendly and good nature will be greatly missed by all who had the good fortune to know and love him. Memorial contributions may be made to either Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Manhattan Catholic Schools or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jerome Sylvester “Jerry” Beihl

Gregory "Gregg" Lee Waller, age 62, passed away suddenly on January 17, 2022 in Manhattan, KS. He was born on September 21, 1959 in Ponca City, OK. Gregg loved his family with every ounce of his being and his greatest joy was being Papa to Kord, Kampbell, Colin and McKinley. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, gardening, baking, hunting and watching the deer on the farm through his big picture window overlooking one of their fields. Gregg had a keen sense of humor and he brought laughter to all who knew him. He is preceded in death by both maternal and paternal grandparents; mother and father in-law (Red and Carrie Boder); stepfather (Wes Honick) and numerous aunts and uncles on the Waller and Hutchison sides of the family. Gregg is survived by his wife of 42 years, Karla, of Manhattan, KS; daughters, Dianna Cox (Matt Brink) and Kristin Coon (Bobby) of Topeka, KS; grandchildren, Kord and Kampbell Cox and their father, Joe Cox, Colin and McKinley Coon all of Topeka, KS. His mother, Margie Honick, of Okmulgee, OK; brother, Mike Waller (Clarissa) of Conroe, TX; sisters, Shelley Waller (Gwyn) of Bentonville, AR and Leslie Perry (Mike) of Okmukgee, OK; Brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Debbie Boder, Salina KS, he leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews friends and loved ones. He will be greatly missed and remembered fondly by all who knew him. Memorial services for Mr. Waller will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday January 25, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, Kansas, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Private inurnment will be held at a later date. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gregory "Gregg" Lee Waller, age 62, passed away suddenly on January 17, 2022 in Manhattan, KS. He was born on September 21, 1959 in Ponca City, OK. Gregg loved his family with every ounce of his being and his greatest joy was being Papa to Kord, Kampbell, Colin and McKinley. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, gardening, baking, hunting and watching the deer on the farm through his big picture window overlooking one of their fields. Gregg had a keen sense of humor and he brought laughter to all who knew him. He is preceded in death by both maternal and paternal grandparents; mother and father in-law (Red and Carrie Boder); stepfather (Wes Honick) and numerous aunts and uncles on the Waller and Hutchison sides of the family. Gregg is survived by his wife of 42 years, Karla, of Manhattan, KS; daughters, Dianna Cox (Matt Brink) and Kristin Coon (Bobby) of Topeka, KS; grandchildren, Kord and Kampbell Cox and their father, Joe Cox, Colin and McKinley Coon all of Topeka, KS. His mother, Margie Honick, of Okmulgee, OK; brother, Mike Waller (Clarissa) of Conroe, TX; sisters, Shelley Waller (Gwyn) of Bentonville, AR and Leslie Perry (Mike) of Okmukgee, OK; Brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Debbie Boder, Salina KS, he leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews friends and loved ones. He will be greatly missed and remembered fondly by all who knew him. Memorial services for Mr. Waller will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday January 25, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, Kansas, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Private inurnment will be held at a later date. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gregory "Gregg" Lee Waller

Alison Jolene "Ali Jo" Lebeda, age 42 of Wichita, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

She was born in Manhattan on July 31, 1979, the daughter of Paul Reginald and Wendy Sue (Walter) Stadel.  The first four years of her life were spent on the farm north of Leonardville.  In November of 1984, the family moved to Salina. 

 Alison attended Salina Public Schools.  She graduated with the class of 1998 from Salina South High School.  Alison was a graduate of Wichita State University. She earned a Bachelor’s degree of Arts in Education on May 16, 2003 and went on to earn a Master’s degree from Friends University in Arts, Science and Education on May 10, 2008.

Alison married Josh Lebeda on June 28, 2008, at the Stiefel Theatre in Salina. He survives of the home.

She was an educator in the Wichita Public Schools for 13 years.  Most recently, she served as an Instructional Coach for USD 259.

Alison’s smile lit up any room she entered.  She had a passion for teaching and mentoring kids. She was intentional with the people in her life and chose to be available to help no matter the situation. She was a loyal sister, friend, and confidant. Alison was a life-long athlete. She and her husband enjoyed spending their free time in the gym. Alison was a talented artist and recently began pursuing archery.

  

Alison is preceded in death in death by her paternal grandparents, Paul and Alice Stadel, and her maternal grandparents, Glenn and Myrta Walter. 

In addition to her husband Josh, she is survived by her parents, Reg and Wendy Stadel of Salina; her brother Bobby Stadel and his wife Beth of Northwest Arkansas; her sister Jessica and her husband Andrew of Salina, KS; her father-in-law Doug Cline and his wife Jill of Andover, KS; four nieces: Deveney Stadel, Kaeden Stadel, Annelise Stadel, Kinsley Fuller; one nephew Kace Fuller and close family friends, Broc and Amanda Ball.  Also surviving are many uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at First Covenant Church in Salina with Pastor Doug McHenry officiating. A luncheon will follow the service at the church. A private family graveside will be in the Riley Cemetery. The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be directed to Camp Wood YMCA by donating online at www.campwood.org or mail your donation to 1101 Camp Wood Road, Elmdale, KS 66850 or contributing to Multiple Sclerosis research by donating at www.nationalmssociety.org. Contributions may also be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Alison Jolene "Ali Jo" Lebeda, age 42 of Wichita, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

She was born in Manhattan on July 31, 1979, the daughter of Paul Reginald and Wendy Sue (Walter) Stadel. The first four years of her life were spent on the farm north of Leonardville. In November of 1984, the family moved to Salina. Alison attended Salina Public Schools. She graduated with the class of 1998 from Salina South High School. Alison was a graduate of Wichita State University. She earned a Bachelor’s degree of Arts in Education on May 16, 2003 and went on to earn a Master’s degree from Friends University in Arts, Science and Education on May 10, 2008.

Alison married Josh Lebeda on June 28, 2008, at the Stiefel Theatre in Salina. He survives of the home.

She was an educator in the Wichita Public Schools for 13 years. Most recently, she served as an Instructional Coach for USD 259.

Alison’s smile lit up any room she entered. She had a passion for teaching and mentoring kids. She was intentional with the people in her life and chose to be available to help no matter the situation. She was a loyal sister, friend, and confidant. Alison was a life-long athlete. She and her husband enjoyed spending their free time in the gym. Alison was a talented artist and recently began pursuing archery. 

Alison is preceded in death in death by her paternal grandparents, Paul and Alice Stadel, and her maternal grandparents, Glenn and Myrta Walter. 

In addition to her husband Josh, she is survived by her parents, Reg and Wendy Stadel of Salina; her brother Bobby Stadel and his wife Beth of Northwest Arkansas; her sister Jessica and her husband Andrew of Salina, KS; her father-in-law Doug Cline and his wife Jill of Andover, KS; four nieces: Deveney Stadel, Kaeden Stadel, Annelise Stadel, Kinsley Fuller; one nephew Kace Fuller and close family friends, Broc and Amanda Ball. Also surviving are many uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at First Covenant Church in Salina with Pastor Doug McHenry officiating. A luncheon will follow the service at the church. A private family graveside will be in the Riley Cemetery. The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be directed to Camp Wood YMCA by donating online at www.campwood.org or mail your donation to 1101 Camp Wood Road, Elmdale, KS 66850 or contributing to Multiple Sclerosis research by donating at www.nationalmssociety.org. Contributions may also be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Alison Jolene "Ali Jo" Lebeda

Audrey E. Steenbock, was born August 30, 1941 in Abilene, the daughter of Elmer and Ethel (Allen) Wingard. She passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 at the Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was raised on farm one mile south of Industry and attended Oak Creek one room school and Industry grade school. Audrey graduated from Dickinson County High School with the class of 1959. She then attended Emporia State University and Kansas State University. On December 6, 1964 she was united in marriage to Marvin L. Steenbock in Longford. After college, Audrey worked for a doctors office in Abilene. She was then a homemaker and worked with Marvin on the family dairy until retiring from the dairy in 1994. Audrey was a member of the Longford United Methodist Church and enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, canning, crocheting, was in 4-H as a youth and later was a 4-H leader in Clay County. But her greatest joy was spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband Marvin of the home, sons Curtis Steenbock and his wife Kristine of Longford, Gail Steenbock and his wife Kimberly of Wichita, four grandchildren Andrea Willmann and her husband Kyle, Caleb Steenbock and his wife Bailey, Emily Steenbock, Rachel Steenbock, and a great grandson Drake Willmann. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Audrey will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at the Longford United Methodist Church with Pastor Jane Langat officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Union-Livingston Cemetery north of Abilene. Her family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 7:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Longford United Methodist church or the Clay County 4-H development fund for scholarships and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Audrey E. Steenbock, was born August 30, 1941 in Abilene, the daughter of Elmer and Ethel (Allen) Wingard. She passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 at the Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was raised on farm one mile south of Industry and attended Oak Creek one room school and Industry grade school. Audrey graduated from Dickinson County High School with the class of 1959. She then attended Emporia State University and Kansas State University. On December 6, 1964 she was united in marriage to Marvin L. Steenbock in Longford. After college, Audrey worked for a doctors office in Abilene. She was then a homemaker and worked with Marvin on the family dairy until retiring from the dairy in 1994. Audrey was a member of the Longford United Methodist Church and enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, canning, crocheting, was in 4-H as a youth and later was a 4-H leader in Clay County. But her greatest joy was spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband Marvin of the home, sons Curtis Steenbock and his wife Kristine of Longford, Gail Steenbock and his wife Kimberly of Wichita, four grandchildren Andrea Willmann and her husband Kyle, Caleb Steenbock and his wife Bailey, Emily Steenbock, Rachel Steenbock, and a great grandson Drake Willmann. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services for Audrey will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at the Longford United Methodist Church with Pastor Jane Langat officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Union-Livingston Cemetery north of Abilene. Her family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 7:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Longford United Methodist church or the Clay County 4-H development fund for scholarships and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Audrey E. Steenbock

Cheryl Rose Philippi, 69, of Manhattan, KS passed away January 16, 2022 after a brief stay at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, KS. She lived courageously for several years after being diagnosed with a rare brain disease, Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD). Cheryl received exemplary care by the caregivers and staff at Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice. Cheryl was born December 3, 1952 in Great Bend, KS. She grew up in Claflin, KS attending Immaculate Conception grade school and Claflin High School. Cheryl met the love of her life, Mike Philippi, and they married October 16, 1971. Cheryl and Mike recently celebrated their 50th Anniversary on Captiva Island, Florida with their family. They began their married life in Great Bend, KS then transitioned to their farm in Bushton, KS while raising their children. They have been permanent residents of Manhattan, KS for the last 37 years. Cheryl established her fulfilling 35 plus year career in the banking and home mortgage loan industry. She thoroughly enjoyed the personal relationships she established with customers, realtors and professional colleagues. Cheryl had such a successful career because she took a genuine interest in her client’s lives and ensured each client received the highest quality service. Cheryl was highly respected in the community and was an active member of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, the Manhattan Konza Rotary Club, as well as other professional organizations during her career. Cheryl was vivacious and loved life. She embraced her time with family and friends, loved spending time with her grandkids, and having her “girl’s week out” with her mom and sisters each year. She also enjoyed traveling, reading, cruises, concerts, and K-State tailgate parties. She always lived life to the fullest. You just couldn’t miss her infectious smile. She is survived by her husband, Michael Philippi, daughter Renee Arensberg (Jim), son Jamie Philippi (Karina), mother, Virginia Klepper, siblings, Janice Rielly (Ron), Michelle Shaheen (Michael), Lynnette Bernasconi (Dave), Terry Klepper (Mary), three grandchildren, Aidan Arensberg, Kaya and Kenzi Philippi and numerous nieces and nephews. Cheryl was preceded in death by her father, Clifford Klepper and brother, Daryl Klepper. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 20 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, January 21 at 10:00 a.m. Graveside service to follow at Sunrise Cemetery, 2901 Stagg Hill Rd, Manhattan, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice, Manhattan, KS and may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cheryl Rose Philippi, 69, of Manhattan, KS passed away January 16, 2022 after a brief stay at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, KS. She lived courageously for several years after being diagnosed with a rare brain disease, Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD). Cheryl received exemplary care by the caregivers and staff at Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice. Cheryl was born December 3, 1952 in Great Bend, KS. She grew up in Claflin, KS attending Immaculate Conception grade school and Claflin High School. Cheryl met the love of her life, Mike Philippi, and they married October 16, 1971. Cheryl and Mike recently celebrated their 50th Anniversary on Captiva Island, Florida with their family. They began their married life in Great Bend, KS then transitioned to their farm in Bushton, KS while raising their children. They have been permanent residents of Manhattan, KS for the last 37 years. Cheryl established her fulfilling 35 plus year career in the banking and home mortgage loan industry. She thoroughly enjoyed the personal relationships she established with customers, realtors and professional colleagues. Cheryl had such a successful career because she took a genuine interest in her client’s lives and ensured each client received the highest quality service. Cheryl was highly respected in the community and was an active member of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, the Manhattan Konza Rotary Club, as well as other professional organizations during her career. Cheryl was vivacious and loved life. She embraced her time with family and friends, loved spending time with her grandkids, and having her “girl’s week out” with her mom and sisters each year. She also enjoyed traveling, reading, cruises, concerts, and K-State tailgate parties. She always lived life to the fullest. You just couldn’t miss her infectious smile. She is survived by her husband, Michael Philippi, daughter Renee Arensberg (Jim), son Jamie Philippi (Karina), mother, Virginia Klepper, siblings, Janice Rielly (Ron), Michelle Shaheen (Michael), Lynnette Bernasconi (Dave), Terry Klepper (Mary), three grandchildren, Aidan Arensberg, Kaya and Kenzi Philippi and numerous nieces and nephews. Cheryl was preceded in death by her father, Clifford Klepper and brother, Daryl Klepper. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 20 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, January 21 at 10:00 a.m. Graveside service to follow at Sunrise Cemetery, 2901 Stagg Hill Rd, Manhattan, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice, Manhattan, KS and may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cheryl Rose Philippi

Laurie Elizabeth Wiemers, age 59, of Manhattan, died January 11, 2022 in Manhattan. She was born on May 17, 1962 in San Angelo, Texas, the daughter of Stanley and Beverly (Mason) Parker. She graduated from Gonzales High School (Gonzales TX) with the class of 1980. Laurie was blessed with two sons: Jeremy Baker and Hunter Wiemers. In addition to her sons, she is survived by her father, Stanley Parker; sisters, Bren Stout and Marsha Decker, and her brother Larry Parker. Also surviving Laurie are her nieces: Shanan Allemang, Robyn Opheim, Mandi Stout and Kelleye Decker, and nephews: John Michael Parker &amp; Louis Decker and 8 grand-nephews &amp; 1 grand-niece. She was preceded in death by her mother, Beverly Parker, and her youngest sister, Christina Parker, and all of her grandparents. Laurie moved to Kansas from Houston TX in1988, but she remained a Texas girl at heart, cheering for the UT Longhorns whenever one of their games was televised. She loved animals and had her own horse as a teenager. There was always a dog included in Laurie's family, and her last fur-baby, Angel, went to Heaven just a few months ago. Laurie really enjoyed music &amp; going to concerts. In her younger years, Journey &amp; Fleetwood Mac were among her favorites. In the last few years, country music was often playing on her radio, and she &amp; her sister Bren, made sure to attend Country Stampede to see Blake Shelton when he was there. Laurie was a loyal friend and co-worker, often putting her friends &amp; her family before herself. It was extremely rare to see Laurie without her sweet smile. She enjoyed her jobs and always attended her Bible study group. She attended Rock Hills Church in Manhattan. Laurie worked in retail jobs, at the KSU Alumni Association and most recently in the office at Copeland Insurance in Manhattan. Funeral services for Laurie will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, with Pastor Susan Evans officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Laurie Elizabeth Wiemers, age 59, of Manhattan, died January 11, 2022 in Manhattan. She was born on May 17, 1962 in San Angelo, Texas, the daughter of Stanley and Beverly (Mason) Parker. She graduated from Gonzales High School (Gonzales TX) with the class of 1980. Laurie was blessed with two sons: Jeremy Baker and Hunter Wiemers. In addition to her sons, she is survived by her father, Stanley Parker; sisters, Bren Stout and Marsha Decker, and her brother Larry Parker. Also surviving Laurie are her nieces: Shanan Allemang, Robyn Opheim, Mandi Stout and Kelleye Decker, and nephews: John Michael Parker &amp; Louis Decker and 8 grand-nephews &amp; 1 grand-niece. She was preceded in death by her mother, Beverly Parker, and her youngest sister, Christina Parker, and all of her grandparents. Laurie moved to Kansas from Houston TX in1988, but she remained a Texas girl at heart, cheering for the UT Longhorns whenever one of their games was televised. She loved animals and had her own horse as a teenager. There was always a dog included in Laurie's family, and her last fur-baby, Angel, went to Heaven just a few months ago. Laurie really enjoyed music &amp; going to concerts. In her younger years, Journey &amp; Fleetwood Mac were among her favorites. In the last few years, country music was often playing on her radio, and she &amp; her sister Bren, made sure to attend Country Stampede to see Blake Shelton when he was there. Laurie was a loyal friend and co-worker, often putting her friends &amp; her family before herself. It was extremely rare to see Laurie without her sweet smile. She enjoyed her jobs and always attended her Bible study group. She attended Rock Hills Church in Manhattan. Laurie worked in retail jobs, at the KSU Alumni Association and most recently in the office at Copeland Insurance in Manhattan. Funeral services for Laurie will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, with Pastor Susan Evans officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Laurie Elizabeth Wiemers

George C. Hill, Jr., 70 of Milford, KS died at Good Shepherd Hospice House on January 11, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, February 3, 2022 at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with full military honors.

George C. Hill, Jr., 70 of Milford, KS died at Good Shepherd Hospice House on January 11, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, February 3, 2022 at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with full military honors.

George C. Hill, Jr.

Melody Dawn White, 60, Junction City, KS, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation will take place. 

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Melody Dawn White, 60, Junction City, KS, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Melody Dawn White

Lawrence James Gillespie, Jr. 58, Junction City, KS, died on Monday, January 3, 2022 at his home in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Lawrence was born May 20, 1963, in Albuquerque, NM, the son of Lawrence James and Ozella (Brown-Bey) Gillespie. Survivors include his father Lawrence of Junction City, KS; one daughter, Tamarra Gillespie of Columbus, OH; one sister, Kim McGriff of Portsmouth, VA. He was preceded in death by his mother Ozella on April 4, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lawrence James Gillespie, Jr. 58, Junction City, KS, died on Monday, January 3, 2022 at his home in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Lawrence was born May 20, 1963, in Albuquerque, NM, the son of Lawrence James and Ozella (Brown-Bey) Gillespie. Survivors include his father Lawrence of Junction City, KS; one daughter, Tamarra Gillespie of Columbus, OH; one sister, Kim McGriff of Portsmouth, VA. He was preceded in death by his mother Ozella on April 4, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lawrence James Gillespie, Jr. 

Michael H. Harrington, 79 of Abilene passed away January 14, 2022 at Memorial Hospital surround by his loving family. He was born October 7, 1942 in Ottawa, Kansas the son of Francis L. and Merdella B. (Ast) Harrington. On October 14, 1961 he was united in marriage to Carol Ann Mongerson. She preceded him in death March 16, 1999. Michael worked for C.E. Raymond as a machinist, retiring in 2007. He was very skilled in woodworking and painting and enjoyed making guns and knives. He was a member of the Turkey Creek Muzzle Loaders and a former member of the Salina Bow Club. He was a skilled pool player and often played at the Abilene Senior Center. He loved reading his magazines but his true love and joy in life was his family. 

Michael is survived by his son, Mike L. Harrington (Shari) of Abilene. Three daughters: Tammy M. Doris (Cecil); Heidi L. Harrington and Brenda A. Weaver all of Abilene. Nine grandchildren: Melissa (Dustin) Rasch of Abilene; Kevin Harrington of Abilene; Cale (Abby) Harrington of Manhattan; Colleen Harrington of Abilene; Chase Everett of Abilene; Emily Harrington of Abilene; Miranda Weaver of Enterprise; Madilynn Weaver of Abilene and Landen Weaver of Abilene. Five Great-Grandchildren. One brother, Rick (Kay) Harrington and three sisters, Karen (Leon) Patterson; Janet (Marshall) Wolfenbarger and Rhonda (Alan) Reusser and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Carol Ann, two brothers Francis “Lloyd” Harrington and James “Jim” Harrington and one sister Sheryl Ann Harrington.

 The family has chosen cremation. A Memorial Service for Michael will be held at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Michael Harrington Memorial fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Michael H. Harrington, 79 of Abilene passed away January 14, 2022 at Memorial Hospital surround by his loving family. He was born October 7, 1942 in Ottawa, Kansas the son of Francis L. and Merdella B. (Ast) Harrington. On October 14, 1961 he was united in marriage to Carol Ann Mongerson. She preceded him in death March 16, 1999. Michael worked for C.E. Raymond as a machinist, retiring in 2007. He was very skilled in woodworking and painting and enjoyed making guns and knives. He was a member of the Turkey Creek Muzzle Loaders and a former member of the Salina Bow Club. He was a skilled pool player and often played at the Abilene Senior Center. He loved reading his magazines but his true love and joy in life was his family. Michael is survived by his son, Mike L. Harrington (Shari) of Abilene. Three daughters: Tammy M. Doris (Cecil); Heidi L. Harrington and Brenda A. Weaver all of Abilene. Nine grandchildren: Melissa (Dustin) Rasch of Abilene; Kevin Harrington of Abilene; Cale (Abby) Harrington of Manhattan; Colleen Harrington of Abilene; Chase Everett of Abilene; Emily Harrington of Abilene; Miranda Weaver of Enterprise; Madilynn Weaver of Abilene and Landen Weaver of Abilene. Five Great-Grandchildren. One brother, Rick (Kay) Harrington and three sisters, Karen (Leon) Patterson; Janet (Marshall) Wolfenbarger and Rhonda (Alan) Reusser and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Carol Ann, two brothers Francis “Lloyd” Harrington and James “Jim” Harrington and one sister Sheryl Ann Harrington. The family has chosen cremation. A Memorial Service for Michael will be held at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Michael Harrington Memorial fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Michael H. Harrington

Lois Nendean Longhofer was born September 28, 1921, near Elmo, Kansas, the daughter of George Linder and Esther Barbara Schrader. On January 14, 2022, she walked into the arms of Jesus who she faithfully loved and served. She attended Elmo Elementary School, and her freshmen year at Hope High School. She graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1939, where she met and was tormented on the bus rides to and from school by a young man named Verl Longhofer, who she married on May 19, 1942. A marriage which lasted for 70 years. They farmed and made their home South of Abilene where she was a homemaker and loving mother raising three daughters in a caring and Godly home. In 1974 they moved to Abilene, Kansas where they had more time to spend spoiling their grandchildren. Mother enjoyed teaching them to bake and doing other fun activities. Many happy family times were spent at their trailer on Turkey Creek, roasting hot dogs, fishing, shooting guns, playing in the creek and other perilous activities. Lois accepted Jesus as her personal Saviour at a revival meeting and was baptized when she was 12 years old. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church where she was active teaching children in Sunday School classes, leading the Bible School Program and also taught the high school youth group when her daughters were teenagers. After moving to Abilene, Lois held a Child Evangelism Fellowship Good News Club in their home and shared the Gospel with the neighborhood children. Lois is survived by her two daughters, Patricia Tomlin and husband Richard Tomlin of Bonner Springs, KS., Debra Welsh of Junction City, KS.; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; daughter, Carol Ann; her parents; one brother, Virgil Edward Linder; and one grandson, Keith Alan Riffel. Funeral services will be Wednesday January 19, 2022 at 10:30 A.M., at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 1179 Jeep Road, Abilene, KS. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening, from 5-7PM at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Child Evangelism Fellowship, in care of Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, KS 67410.

Lois Nendean Longhofer was born September 28, 1921, near Elmo, Kansas, the daughter of George Linder and Esther Barbara Schrader. On January 14, 2022, she walked into the arms of Jesus who she faithfully loved and served. She attended Elmo Elementary School, and her freshmen year at Hope High School. She graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1939, where she met and was tormented on the bus rides to and from school by a young man named Verl Longhofer, who she married on May 19, 1942. A marriage which lasted for 70 years. They farmed and made their home South of Abilene where she was a homemaker and loving mother raising three daughters in a caring and Godly home. In 1974 they moved to Abilene, Kansas where they had more time to spend spoiling their grandchildren. Mother enjoyed teaching them to bake and doing other fun activities. Many happy family times were spent at their trailer on Turkey Creek, roasting hot dogs, fishing, shooting guns, playing in the creek and other perilous activities. Lois accepted Jesus as her personal Saviour at a revival meeting and was baptized when she was 12 years old. She was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church where she was active teaching children in Sunday School classes, leading the Bible School Program and also taught the high school youth group when her daughters were teenagers. After moving to Abilene, Lois held a Child Evangelism Fellowship Good News Club in their home and shared the Gospel with the neighborhood children. Lois is survived by her two daughters, Patricia Tomlin and husband Richard Tomlin of Bonner Springs, KS., Debra Welsh of Junction City, KS.; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; daughter, Carol Ann; her parents; one brother, Virgil Edward Linder; and one grandson, Keith Alan Riffel. Funeral services will be Wednesday January 19, 2022 at 10:30 A.M., at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 1179 Jeep Road, Abilene, KS. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening, from 5-7PM at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Child Evangelism Fellowship, in care of Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, KS 67410.

Lois N. Longhofer

Mrs. Hosner was born on December 26, 1952, in Sandusky, MI to Ivan and Alva Snear. With the untimely passing of her mother, Judy was eventually fostered by Curtis and Velma Cleland, 7350 Germania Road, Cass City, MI from 1964 until June 1971 when she graduated from Cass City High School. During her high school time, Judy was the captain of the powder puff football team, a member of the girls’ basketball and softball teams and a member of the debate team. She continued to play softball for many years and added league bowling to her activities. Judy met her future husband, Steven Hosner, when they both worked in the school cafeteria. In hind sight, she showed much patience and possibly questionable judgement by dating Steven the rest of her time in high school and marrying him after she graduated. She is lovingly remembered by Cynthia Astin (Hosner), daughter, Michael Astin (son-in-law), Caleb Astin (grandson), Elana Jaymes-Clothrap (granddaughter-in-law), great-grandchildren Emylie and Jaymes, Cora May Astin (granddaughter), Steven Richard Hosner II (son), Vicky McGuire (daughter-in-law) and Devin McGuire (grandson). She moved with her family multiple times and worked as a cashier, cashier supervisor and a para-professional teaching physical education to grade school children. Her last move was to Manhattan, KS to be near her daughter and family. Cremation has taken place and services will at a later date. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the service arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mrs. Hosner was born on December 26, 1952, in Sandusky, MI to Ivan and Alva Snear. With the untimely passing of her mother, Judy was eventually fostered by Curtis and Velma Cleland, 7350 Germania Road, Cass City, MI from 1964 until June 1971 when she graduated from Cass City High School. During her high school time, Judy was the captain of the powder puff football team, a member of the girls’ basketball and softball teams and a member of the debate team. She continued to play softball for many years and added league bowling to her activities. Judy met her future husband, Steven Hosner, when they both worked in the school cafeteria. In hind sight, she showed much patience and possibly questionable judgement by dating Steven the rest of her time in high school and marrying him after she graduated. She is lovingly remembered by Cynthia Astin (Hosner), daughter, Michael Astin (son-in-law), Caleb Astin (grandson), Elana Jaymes-Clothrap (granddaughter-in-law), great-grandchildren Emylie and Jaymes, Cora May Astin (granddaughter), Steven Richard Hosner II (son), Vicky McGuire (daughter-in-law) and Devin McGuire (grandson). She moved with her family multiple times and worked as a cashier, cashier supervisor and a para-professional teaching physical education to grade school children. Her last move was to Manhattan, KS to be near her daughter and family. Cremation has taken place and services will at a later date. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the service arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Judy Ann Hosner

Reagan Hupp, 48 years of age, passed away on Monday, January 10 in Scottsdale, AZ after battling cancer. Her family and friends will gather for a memorial celebration of Reagan’s life at 10:30 a.m on January 22 at Grace Baptist Church. A luncheon for family and friends will follow, and guests can feel free to bring a soup or another Reagan-inspired item to the meal. Reagan was born on September 25, 1973, in Wichita to Edward and Susan Thompson. She and her older sister Heather spent their growing-up years in Iran, Houston, and London due to Edward’s architectural profession. As a young girl, Reagan responded to God and began experiencing a joyful love for Jesus that marked her life. In fact, her early decision prompted her father to also become a Christian — the first example of numerous times Reagan consciously or unconsciously influenced others to follow God more fully. Later, as a freshman at the University of Kansas, Reagan fully surrendered to Jesus as her King — and her life radically shifted. After graduation, Reagan married Jonathan Hupp on June 8, 1996, and they began working together as campus ministers. Later, when Reagan was 27 years old and had three children ages four and younger, she moved to Manhattan to start Called to Greatness, a ministry to college students — even though she didn’t know anyone in her new hometown. Over the next five years, the family moved between cities five times, reaching out to young people and opening their home to them. In 2004, they came back to Manhattan to help launch and lead Bluemont Church. During the ensuing years, Reagan poured her life into and helped mentor others from around the world, especially young women. Though becoming a mother hadn’t occupied much of Reagan’s imagination when she was growing up, it became a passionate and central focus of her adult life. Reagan raised five children: Adam (Detroit, MI), Anna (Laramie, WY), Cade (Ames, IA), Ian and Amsie (Manhattan, KS). Their ages currently range from 11 to 24. After Reagan was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer in February 2021, she fought valiantly for life, motivated by her desire to be there for others. Though Reagan was a fighter, she contended in unexpected ways. She thought of the phrase “strong like a butterfly” to describe her personality and approach, and many friends and family members wore t-shirts bearing this catchphrase to support her. Overall, Reagan embodied grace and beauty throughout her life, combining her gentle influence on others with her knack for pointed one-liners. More than anything else, Reagan’s family and friends will remember her love, which manifested in authentic attention and care for others. Reagan’s parents, sister, husband, children and others remember a life that embraced “lightness” while fully acknowledging the heaviness of physical struggle and emotional pain. From this place, Reagan chose to bring the answer of the Good News of Jesus into the darkness and brokenness of the world. The family is deeply grateful for the innumerable ways people have supported them during the past year. If desired, memorial gifts can be given to Called to Greatness’ K-State Campus House Fund. Flowers and/or contributions may also be left in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Reagan Hupp, 48 years of age, passed away on Monday, January 10 in Scottsdale, AZ after battling cancer. Her family and friends will gather for a memorial celebration of Reagan’s life at 10:30 a.m on January 22 at Grace Baptist Church. A luncheon for family and friends will follow, and guests can feel free to bring a soup or another Reagan-inspired item to the meal. Reagan was born on September 25, 1973, in Wichita to Edward and Susan Thompson. She and her older sister Heather spent their growing-up years in Iran, Houston, and London due to Edward’s architectural profession. As a young girl, Reagan responded to God and began experiencing a joyful love for Jesus that marked her life. In fact, her early decision prompted her father to also become a Christian — the first example of numerous times Reagan consciously or unconsciously influenced others to follow God more fully. Later, as a freshman at the University of Kansas, Reagan fully surrendered to Jesus as her King — and her life radically shifted. After graduation, Reagan married Jonathan Hupp on June 8, 1996, and they began working together as campus ministers. Later, when Reagan was 27 years old and had three children ages four and younger, she moved to Manhattan to start Called to Greatness, a ministry to college students — even though she didn’t know anyone in her new hometown. Over the next five years, the family moved between cities five times, reaching out to young people and opening their home to them. In 2004, they came back to Manhattan to help launch and lead Bluemont Church. During the ensuing years, Reagan poured her life into and helped mentor others from around the world, especially young women. Though becoming a mother hadn’t occupied much of Reagan’s imagination when she was growing up, it became a passionate and central focus of her adult life. Reagan raised five children: Adam (Detroit, MI), Anna (Laramie, WY), Cade (Ames, IA), Ian and Amsie (Manhattan, KS). Their ages currently range from 11 to 24. After Reagan was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer in February 2021, she fought valiantly for life, motivated by her desire to be there for others. Though Reagan was a fighter, she contended in unexpected ways. She thought of the phrase “strong like a butterfly” to describe her personality and approach, and many friends and family members wore t-shirts bearing this catchphrase to support her. Overall, Reagan embodied grace and beauty throughout her life, combining her gentle influence on others with her knack for pointed one-liners. More than anything else, Reagan’s family and friends will remember her love, which manifested in authentic attention and care for others. Reagan’s parents, sister, husband, children and others remember a life that embraced “lightness” while fully acknowledging the heaviness of physical struggle and emotional pain. From this place, Reagan chose to bring the answer of the Good News of Jesus into the darkness and brokenness of the world. The family is deeply grateful for the innumerable ways people have supported them during the past year. If desired, memorial gifts can be given to Called to Greatness’ K-State Campus House Fund. Flowers and/or contributions may also be left in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Reagan Hupp

Elaine Louise Lloyd, 77 of Lake Wabaunsee, Kansas, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022. She was a life-long resident of the area.

Elaine was born on March 11, 1944, in Alma, Kansas, the daughter of Harvey and Kathryn (Fry) Kraus. She attended local grade school and graduated from Alma High School in 1962.

Elaine was a school bus driver for the Mission Valley School District #330. She also worked at the Eskridge Senior Citizen Center. Elaine was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and attended New Life Ministries Church. She loved to swim, and enjoyed being outdoors, gardening and tending her flowers. Elaine did crocheting and knitting, but her passion was her family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Elaine married Francis Thompson on July 1, 1962. They were later divorced. She then married Keith Lloyd at Lake Wabaunsee on May 2, 1992. He survives at their home.

Elaine is also survived by her children; Sonya Bellinder (David), Lawrence, Trenna Manor (Shane), Wamego, John Thompson (Jo), Alma, Alex Thompson, Eskridge, Jim Lloyd (Kathleen), Las Cruces, New Mexico, Jeff Lloyd (Kay), Ottumwa, Iowa, John Lloyd (Jenni), Ozawkie, and Toni Scott (Jeremy), Topeka; her brother, David Kraus (Hoeun), Emporia; her eighteen grandchildren and twenty-two great-grandchildren. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Ronald Kraus, Darwin Kraus, Jack Kraus, and Sharon Kraus.

A Celebration of Life gathering at the Eskridge Senior Center will be announced. The family suggests memorial contributions in leu of flowers, to the Eskridge Senior Center or Meals on Wheels, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral home in Wamego

Elaine Louise Lloyd, 77 of Lake Wabaunsee, Kansas, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022. She was a life-long resident of the area.Elaine was born on March 11, 1944, in Alma, Kansas, the daughter of Harvey and Kathryn (Fry) Kraus. She attended local grade school and graduated from Alma High School in 1962.Elaine was a school bus driver for the Mission Valley School District #330. She also worked at the Eskridge Senior Citizen Center. Elaine was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and attended New Life Ministries Church. She loved to swim, and enjoyed being outdoors, gardening and tending her flowers. Elaine did crocheting and knitting, but her passion was her family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Elaine married Francis Thompson on July 1, 1962. They were later divorced. She then married Keith Lloyd at Lake Wabaunsee on May 2, 1992. He survives at their home.Elaine is also survived by her children; Sonya Bellinder (David), Lawrence, Trenna Manor (Shane), Wamego, John Thompson (Jo), Alma, Alex Thompson, Eskridge, Jim Lloyd (Kathleen), Las Cruces, New Mexico, Jeff Lloyd (Kay), Ottumwa, Iowa, John Lloyd (Jenni), Ozawkie, and Toni Scott (Jeremy), Topeka; her brother, David Kraus (Hoeun), Emporia; her eighteen grandchildren and twenty-two great-grandchildren. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Ronald Kraus, Darwin Kraus, Jack Kraus, and Sharon Kraus.A Celebration of Life gathering at the Eskridge Senior Center will be announced. The family suggests memorial contributions in leu of flowers, to the Eskridge Senior Center or Meals on Wheels, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral home in Wamego

Elaine Louise Lloyd

Bret Austin Schwarz, 58, of Topeka, Kansas, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at his home.

Bret was born on August 27, 1963, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Fred and Carole (Teske) Schwarz. He spent his childhood years in Onaga, Kansas where he attended grade school and graduated in 1981 from Onaga High School. Bret played a key role on the OHS football and basketball teams. In 1979, while in high school, Bret placed 3rd in the National Junior Olympic powerlifting championships. Bret attended Independence Community College and then Washburn University and played college football at both schools. Bret was a member of the “Impossible Dream Team” at Washburn that won a CSIC football championship in 1983. He graduated from Washburn with a bachelor’s degree in Communications in 1986.

Brett worked several years as a sales agent and financial advisor for Ozark National Life Insurance Company eventually becoming a District Manager. He then moved to Beatrice, Nebraska and worked for Spady-Runcie Chevrolet in the sales and finance departments. He then moved to Aurora, Nebraska and became a part owner in Advantage Chevrolet and worked in sales, finance, and management. In 2013 Bret returned to Kansas and began working in property and casualty insurance sales for Schwarz Insurance Group in Silver Lake, Kansas.

Bret loved all sports and took them very seriously. He was active in local golf, volleyball, softball, and bowling leagues in Beatrice, Nebraska and loved to play pick-up basketball games in Crete and Dorchester. He also enjoyed playing shuffleboard and enjoyed trivia night at Tailgaters Sports Pub.

Bret was very active in the lives of his children and grandchildren, and their activities. He loved attending their sporting events, Boy Scouts meetings, concerts, hosting cookouts, and spending quality time with them. He was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Topeka.

Bret married Judy Lynne Jones in Beatrice in 1989. They were later divorced. Judy passed away in July of 2010.

Bret is survived by his parents; Fred and Carole Schwarz, Topeka; his children; Ashley Mullock (Michael), Grant City, Missouri, Derrick Schwarz, Lawrence, Ehren Schwarz, Lawrence, Caleb Schwarz, Manhattan, and Dawson Schwarz, Manhattan; three grandchildren, Jace, Ian and Declan Mullock; and his sister, Carla Shutak (John), Indian Trail, North Carolina; his niece, Jocelyn Shutak and nephew, Ivan Shutak.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 20, 2022, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Duluth, Kansas. Reverend Rick Twenhafel will be officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. They suggest memorial contributions to Fellowship of Christian Athletes or St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Bret Austin Schwarz, 58, of Topeka, Kansas, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at his home.Bret was born on August 27, 1963, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Fred and Carole (Teske) Schwarz. He spent his childhood years in Onaga, Kansas where he attended grade school and graduated in 1981 from Onaga High School. Bret played a key role on the OHS football and basketball teams. In 1979, while in high school, Bret placed 3rd in the National Junior Olympic powerlifting championships. Bret attended Independence Community College and then Washburn University and played college football at both schools. Bret was a member of the “Impossible Dream Team” at Washburn that won a CSIC football championship in 1983. He graduated from Washburn with a bachelor’s degree in Communications in 1986.Brett worked several years as a sales agent and financial advisor for Ozark National Life Insurance Company eventually becoming a District Manager. He then moved to Beatrice, Nebraska and worked for Spady-Runcie Chevrolet in the sales and finance departments. He then moved to Aurora, Nebraska and became a part owner in Advantage Chevrolet and worked in sales, finance, and management. In 2013 Bret returned to Kansas and began working in property and casualty insurance sales for Schwarz Insurance Group in Silver Lake, Kansas.Bret loved all sports and took them very seriously. He was active in local golf, volleyball, softball, and bowling leagues in Beatrice, Nebraska and loved to play pick-up basketball games in Crete and Dorchester. He also enjoyed playing shuffleboard and enjoyed trivia night at Tailgaters Sports Pub.Bret was very active in the lives of his children and grandchildren, and their activities. He loved attending their sporting events, Boy Scouts meetings, concerts, hosting cookouts, and spending quality time with them. He was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Topeka.Bret married Judy Lynne Jones in Beatrice in 1989. They were later divorced. Judy passed away in July of 2010.Bret is survived by his parents; Fred and Carole Schwarz, Topeka; his children; Ashley Mullock (Michael), Grant City, Missouri, Derrick Schwarz, Lawrence, Ehren Schwarz, Lawrence, Caleb Schwarz, Manhattan, and Dawson Schwarz, Manhattan; three grandchildren, Jace, Ian and Declan Mullock; and his sister, Carla Shutak (John), Indian Trail, North Carolina; his niece, Jocelyn Shutak and nephew, Ivan Shutak.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 20, 2022, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Duluth, Kansas. Reverend Rick Twenhafel will be officiating. Burial will follow at St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. They suggest memorial contributions to Fellowship of Christian Athletes or St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Bret Austin Schwarz

Ray Basart, 62 of Clay Center, died January 12, 2022.&nbsp; He was born on November 14, 1959, the son of Elvin and Florence (Anderson) Basart.&nbsp; Ray grew up and attended school in Clay Center, graduating from CCCHS in 1978.&nbsp; He worked at Big Lakes and Orr’s Furniture City.&nbsp; Ray then worked as a welder for Hutchinson/Mayrath for 43 years.&nbsp; Ray was a simple man and and always had a quick comeback for everything.&nbsp; He enjoyed collecting die cast cars and roses.

He is preceded in death by parents and 2 brothers, Edwin and Ron Basart.

Sister: Mary Marlatt and husband Reuben Bradley of Grand Island, Nebraska

Sister: Vickie and husband, Don Burkhardt of Smith Station, Alabama

Companion: Sherri Gross of Clay Center, Kansas

Graveside Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held from from 3-7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the Kansas Masonic Literacy Center @ ESU c/o the funeral home

Ray Basart, 62 of Clay Center, died January 12, 2022.&nbsp; He was born on November 14, 1959, the son of Elvin and Florence (Anderson) Basart.&nbsp; Ray grew up and attended school in Clay Center, graduating from CCCHS in 1978.&nbsp; He worked at Big Lakes and Orr’s Furniture City.&nbsp; Ray then worked as a welder for Hutchinson/Mayrath for 43 years.&nbsp; Ray was a simple man and and always had a quick comeback for everything.&nbsp; He enjoyed collecting die cast cars and roses.He is preceded in death by parents and 2 brothers, Edwin and Ron Basart.Survivors:Sister: Mary Marlatt and husband Reuben Bradley of Grand Island, NebraskaSister: Nancy Demars of Glasco, KansasSister: Vickie and husband, Don Burkhardt of Smith Station, AlabamaCompanion: Sherri Gross of Clay Center, KansasGraveside Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation will be held from from 3-7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.Memorials may be made to the Kansas Masonic Literacy Center @ ESU c/o the funeral home

Ray Basart

Lulu Lee Brooks passed away peacefully Monday, January 10, 2022, at Holiday Resort Health and Rehab in Salina, Kansas. She was 94 years old.&nbsp; She was born June 11, 1927, to Lewis and Maggie (Wachsnicht) Alexander at their home in Goshen Township north of Green, Kansas. She was the second of four children.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, husband George Brooks and three brothers.&nbsp; She is survived by her daughter Diane Brooks of Salina, Kansas and nephews Bob Alexander and bill Alexander of Green, Kansas.

Lulu Lee graduated from Schaubel country grade school north of Green, Kansas and graduated from Green Rural High School, Green Kansas in 1945. She grew up on a farm north of Green, Kansas, and her parents moved the family to a farm southwest of Green, Kansas. In High School she was the pitcher on the softball team and the lead roll in several high school plays.

October 8, 1950, Lulu Lee married George Brooks at the Green United Methodist Church in Green, Kansas. They had on daughter Diane Brooks. After they were married, they lived and farmed northeast of Green for a few years. Then they bought a farm and operated a dairy four miles northwest of Linn, Kansas. She was a member of the Linn United Methodist Church until it closed. Lulu Lee loved growing tomatoes and flowers.&nbsp; She loved sewing and made clothes and quilts. She was an excellent cook and baker. She loved taking bus turs with her husband George.

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Monday, January 17, 2022 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home Clay Center, KS

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Dementia Society of America c/o the funeral home

Lulu Lee Brooks passed away peacefully Monday, January 10, 2022, at Holiday Resort Health and Rehab in Salina, Kansas. She was 94 years old.&nbsp; She was born June 11, 1927, to Lewis and Maggie (Wachsnicht) Alexander at their home in Goshen Township north of Green, Kansas. She was the second of four children.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, husband George Brooks and three brothers.&nbsp; She is survived by her daughter Diane Brooks of Salina, Kansas and nephews Bob Alexander and bill Alexander of Green, Kansas.Lulu Lee graduated from Schaubel country grade school north of Green, Kansas and graduated from Green Rural High School, Green Kansas in 1945. She grew up on a farm north of Green, Kansas, and her parents moved the family to a farm southwest of Green, Kansas. In High School she was the pitcher on the softball team and the lead roll in several high school plays.October 8, 1950, Lulu Lee married George Brooks at the Green United Methodist Church in Green, Kansas. They had on daughter Diane Brooks. After they were married, they lived and farmed northeast of Green for a few years. Then they bought a farm and operated a dairy four miles northwest of Linn, Kansas. She was a member of the Linn United Methodist Church until it closed. Lulu Lee loved growing tomatoes and flowers.&nbsp; She loved sewing and made clothes and quilts. She was an excellent cook and baker. She loved taking bus turs with her husband George.Funeral Services:&nbsp;Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KSVisitation:&nbsp;Monday, January 17, 2022 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home Clay Center, KSMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Dementia Society of America c/o the funeral home

Lulu Lee Brooks

Garrit Wayne Smith, 19, of Abilene, KS passed away January 11, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born October 24, 2002 in Salina, KS.

Garrit is survived by his father: Wilbur “Bill” Smith Jr; his mother: Wendy Burt (Bret). Sisters: Lorrisa Garcia; Shaylan VanNess (Colby). Maternal grandmother: Jarda Sutton. Paternal grandparents: Wilbur “Bill” Smith SR and Gloria Smith. Uncles: Clifford Burt (Lisa); Vincent Madrid (Imelda); Joe Madrid (Jeanine); Ethan Stafford (Danielle). Aunt: Karen Burkholder (Donnie). Nieces: Casidee, Aurora, and Yvonne. Nephews: Cillian (his boy), Thomas, Austin, and Ezekiel. Cousins: Destiny, Caleb, Regan, Chelsolyn, Kody, and many, many more family members. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Donald Burt and his uncle Mario Madrid.

In 2021, Garrit walked with the graduating class of Abilene. His dream was always to follow in his dad’s and granddad’s shoes and join the military. He loved motorcycles, hot rods, dodge chargers, fast cars, classic country, and girls. He never knew a stranger and could tell stories with the best of them. Day or night you never knew if your phone was going to ring just to gossip. He never wanted anyone to be sad, so no crying, he can’t comfort everyone at the same time.

The family has chosen cremation. There will be a Celebration Of Life held at a later time. The family suggests memorials be given to the Garrit Smith Memorial Fund. Memorials may be mailed or dropped off at First Bank Kansas (1410 N. Buckeye PO Box 37, Abilene, Kansas 67410) or Danner Funeral Home (501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas, 67410).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Garrit Wayne Smith, 19, of Abilene, KS passed away January 11, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born October 24, 2002 in Salina, KS.Garrit is survived by his father: Wilbur “Bill” Smith Jr; his mother: Wendy Burt (Bret). Sisters: Lorrisa Garcia; Shaylan VanNess (Colby). Maternal grandmother: Jarda Sutton. Paternal grandparents: Wilbur “Bill” Smith SR and Gloria Smith. Uncles: Clifford Burt (Lisa); Vincent Madrid (Imelda); Joe Madrid (Jeanine); Ethan Stafford (Danielle). Aunt: Karen Burkholder (Donnie). Nieces: Casidee, Aurora, and Yvonne. Nephews: Cillian (his boy), Thomas, Austin, and Ezekiel. Cousins: Destiny, Caleb, Regan, Chelsolyn, Kody, and many, many more family members. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Donald Burt and his uncle Mario Madrid. In 2021, Garrit walked with the graduating class of Abilene. His dream was always to follow in his dad’s and granddad’s shoes and join the military. He loved motorcycles, hot rods, dodge chargers, fast cars, classic country, and girls. He never knew a stranger and could tell stories with the best of them. Day or night you never knew if your phone was going to ring just to gossip. He never wanted anyone to be sad, so no crying, he can’t comfort everyone at the same time. The family has chosen cremation. There will be a Celebration Of Life held at a later time. The family suggests memorials be given to the Garrit Smith Memorial Fund. Memorials may be mailed or dropped off at First Bank Kansas (1410 N. Buckeye PO Box 37, Abilene, Kansas 67410) or Danner Funeral Home (501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas, 67410).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Garrit Wayne Smith

Betty E. Chindamo, the daughter of Samuel F. Smith and Nellie M. Handley, was born November 19, 1929 in Abilene, Kansas and departed this life on January 11, 2022 at Village Manor having attained the age of 92. 

Betty graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1948. She was united in marriage with Max Chindamo August 28, 1948. To this union one son, Daniel, and one daughter, Diane, were born. Betty worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone in Topeka, Kansas from 1961-1964 and also in Abilene. She worked at Hamburg’s and the Fashionmaker in Abilene. She was a kind and considerate woman known for her pleasant personality and beautiful smile. She loved her family very much and found joy in her children and grandchildren.

 A loving mother, sister, daughter and grandmother, she is survived by son, Daniel Chindamo and wife Linda of Platte City, Missouri, daughter, Diane Chindamo Riordan and husband David of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, sister-in-law Beverly Samuelson of Abilene, grandchildren Ellen Chindamo of Lawrence, Chuck (Melissa) Chindamo of Kansas City, Missouri, Weston (Arian) Riordan of Wichita, Kansas, Tricia Kauffman of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Tyler (Jennifer) Riordan of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, twelve great-grandchildren, Dawson and Sophia Chindamo, Siena Casagrande, Macey and Quinton Chindamo, Aleena and Aidan Simonds, Cambell Riordan, Margaret Kauffman and Maddox, Truman and Porter Riordan, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband Max, sisters, Twila, Lila Verna, Shirley and brother Kenneth (Bud) and grandson Brad Chindamo.

 Betty’s wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services for Betty will be 10:30 aa.m., Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Abilene First Baptist Church with Pastor Jack Gilstrap officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Abilene Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be given to Abilene First Baptist Church or to Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Betty E. Chindamo, the daughter of Samuel F. Smith and Nellie M. Handley, was born November 19, 1929 in Abilene, Kansas and departed this life on January 11, 2022 at Village Manor having attained the age of 92. Betty graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1948. She was united in marriage with Max Chindamo August 28, 1948. To this union one son, Daniel, and one daughter, Diane, were born. Betty worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone in Topeka, Kansas from 1961-1964 and also in Abilene. She worked at Hamburg’s and the Fashionmaker in Abilene. She was a kind and considerate woman known for her pleasant personality and beautiful smile. She loved her family very much and found joy in her children and grandchildren. A loving mother, sister, daughter and grandmother, she is survived by son, Daniel Chindamo and wife Linda of Platte City, Missouri, daughter, Diane Chindamo Riordan and husband David of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, sister-in-law Beverly Samuelson of Abilene, grandchildren Ellen Chindamo of Lawrence, Chuck (Melissa) Chindamo of Kansas City, Missouri, Weston (Arian) Riordan of Wichita, Kansas, Tricia Kauffman of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Tyler (Jennifer) Riordan of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, twelve great-grandchildren, Dawson and Sophia Chindamo, Siena Casagrande, Macey and Quinton Chindamo, Aleena and Aidan Simonds, Cambell Riordan, Margaret Kauffman and Maddox, Truman and Porter Riordan, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband Max, sisters, Twila, Lila Verna, Shirley and brother Kenneth (Bud) and grandson Brad Chindamo. Betty’s wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services for Betty will be 10:30 aa.m., Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Abilene First Baptist Church with Pastor Jack Gilstrap officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Abilene Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be given to Abilene First Baptist Church or to Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Betty E. Chindamo

Shirley I. Huey, 86, of Manhattan, KS, formerly of Bogue, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, January 11th, at her home in Manhattan. &nbsp;She was retired from KSU Vet Science as an Animal Care Intake. Shirley was born in Natoma, KS on October 15, 1935, the daughter of the late Victor and Rosa Lillie (Strutt) Hayes. She attended school at the Natoma Schools and received her GED. &nbsp;On May 2, 1954, she and Art Huey were united in marriage in Stockton, Kansas and he proceeds her in death. &nbsp;She was a member of the &nbsp;First United Methodist Church in Manhattan and had been a cook in the dormitories and a housekeeper at KSU. &nbsp; Shirley is survived by three daughters, Susan Kent, of Manhattan; Ruth Huey, of Manhattan; Renee (Jim) Hubner, of Manhattan; three sons Leland Huey, of Manhattan; &nbsp;James (Sondra) Huey, of Bella Vista, AR; Dale (Dana Kay) Huey, of Overland Park; &nbsp;14 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Shirley is also preceded in death by her son, Daniel and 2 brothers, and 1 sister. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14th at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation in Manhattan, with Daniel White officiating. &nbsp;Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. in the Wildhorse Cemetery at Bogue, Kansas. &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association 3625 SW 29th St #102 Topeka, KS 66614.,

Shirley I. Huey, 86, of Manhattan, KS, formerly of Bogue, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, January 11th, at her home in Manhattan. &nbsp;She was retired from KSU Vet Science as an Animal Care Intake. Shirley was born in Natoma, KS on October 15, 1935, the daughter of the late Victor and Rosa Lillie (Strutt) Hayes. She attended school at the Natoma Schools and received her GED. &nbsp;On May 2, 1954, she and Art Huey were united in marriage in Stockton, Kansas and he proceeds her in death. &nbsp;She was a member of the &nbsp;First United Methodist Church in Manhattan and had been a cook in the dormitories and a housekeeper at KSU. &nbsp; Shirley is survived by three daughters, Susan Kent, of Manhattan; Ruth Huey, of Manhattan; Renee (Jim) Hubner, of Manhattan; three sons Leland Huey, of Manhattan; &nbsp;James (Sondra) Huey, of Bella Vista, AR; Dale (Dana Kay) Huey, of Overland Park; &nbsp;14 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Shirley is also preceded in death by her son, Daniel and 2 brothers, and 1 sister. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14th at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation in Manhattan, with Daniel White officiating. &nbsp;Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. in the Wildhorse Cemetery at Bogue, Kansas. &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association 3625 SW 29th St #102 Topeka, KS 66614.,

Shirley I. Huey

It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of George W. Karr D.D.S., F.A.E.S., B.S. He was a bright spark in this world and will be deeply missed by many. George was born in Girard, Kansas on April 3rd, 1935, the son of Robert O. and Dorothy A (Winsler) Karr; and also called the city of Rolla, Missouri his home. He is survived by his brother, Mike Karr of Gold Canyon, Arizona, four children; Tom and Paul Karr, Kim McKinney and Cheryl Jones, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Dorothy Karr of Girard, Kansas, his wife Joyce S. Karr of Rolla, Missouri, and one granddaughter, Desiree Joy Pryer. Dr. Karr has returned to his home state in the past three years, living near his children and grandchildren at the memory unit of Meadowlark Hills retirement Community in Manhattan, Kansas. The staff and residents became his loving family in his time of convalescence. The body will be cremated and interned on April 3rd in a hand painted china urn next to Joyce’s urn which was laid to rest 12 years ago in the Thomas Jefferson Karr family plot in Girard, Kansas. In 1953 after earning his Eagle Scout Award, he graduated from Girard High School and enrolled at the University of Kansas where he resided with his Winsler grandparents.&nbsp; Upon completion of his junior year he was accepted to attend the Western Dental College in Kansas City, MO where he met and married Joyce Schwab in 1957.&nbsp; He also joined the Naval Reserves and upon graduation in 1960 was stationed in the dental department as a Lieutenant at the Barbers Point Naval Air Station in Oahu, Hawaii where he served for three years. Upon returning stateside, he bought a dental practice in Rolla, Missouri where he worked for 33 years, serving the community as a general family dentist. Dr. Karr was a kind soul, never hesitating to throw himself into passion projects such as bringing fluoridation to the public water supply in Rolla and lobbying the state legislature to increase the allowances for dentists to treat welfare patients. Dr. Karr made many short-term trips to perform volunteer missionary dentistry: Vichy and Clinton, MO, Jamaica, White Earth Indian Nation in Minnesota, Guatemala, Haiti, Peru, St Lucia, Turks and Caicos Islands, Togo West Africa, Philippines, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, New Zealand, Tonga, Fiji, Malaita, Mexico and Canada. He served with the Rolla Rotary Club, and was President in 1995. He was a member of the Rolla Optimists Club. While serving on the board of Deacons at Rolla Presbyterian Church in 1969, the family house was struck by lightning and burned to the ground. Many people in Rolla are gratefully remembered for ministering to the Karr family as their lives were rebuilt. By performing exceptional root canals, Dr. Karr earned his Fellowship with the American Endodontic Society in 1976. Having never completed his Bachelor of Science Degree due to starting dental school after his Junior year at KU he did his Senior year research project at UMR and became the only dentist to ever receive a degree at the Rolla Campus. Dr. Karr enjoyed leisure time as an amateur photographer, and also built a barn, two boats, and a school bus camper. He enjoyed raising his children on a 13 acre farm north of Rolla among various animals including horses and beefalo. The family regularly attended church and were members at First Baptist Church of Rolla, MO. Dr. and Mrs. Karr lived as an example to their family and friends to walk worthy of the high calling of Jesus Christ in their lives. The family is grateful for the outpouring of support from all the many individuals that our Dad has touched over the years. He spent his life reaching out to touch the hurting, to bring healing to those who needed his expertise. We are asking in lieu of flowers, that donations be made in his memory to: YWAM for Mercy Ships 800-772-7447 Donate Today (mercyships.org) or Miles for Smiles Mobile Unit&nbsp;&nbsp;

It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of George W. Karr D.D.S., F.A.E.S., B.S. He was a bright spark in this world and will be deeply missed by many. George was born in Girard, Kansas on April 3rd, 1935, the son of Robert O. and Dorothy A (Winsler) Karr; and also called the city of Rolla, Missouri his home. He is survived by his brother, Mike Karr of Gold Canyon, Arizona, four children; Tom and Paul Karr, Kim McKinney and Cheryl Jones, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Dorothy Karr of Girard, Kansas, his wife Joyce S. Karr of Rolla, Missouri, and one granddaughter, Desiree Joy Pryer. Dr. Karr has returned to his home state in the past three years, living near his children and grandchildren at the memory unit of Meadowlark Hills retirement Community in Manhattan, Kansas. The staff and residents became his loving family in his time of convalescence. The body will be cremated and interned on April 3rd in a hand painted china urn next to Joyce’s urn which was laid to rest 12 years ago in the Thomas Jefferson Karr family plot in Girard, Kansas. In 1953 after earning his Eagle Scout Award, he graduated from Girard High School and enrolled at the University of Kansas where he resided with his Winsler grandparents.&nbsp; Upon completion of his junior year he was accepted to attend the Western Dental College in Kansas City, MO where he met and married Joyce Schwab in 1957.&nbsp; He also joined the Naval Reserves and upon graduation in 1960 was stationed in the dental department as a Lieutenant at the Barbers Point Naval Air Station in Oahu, Hawaii where he served for three years. Upon returning stateside, he bought a dental practice in Rolla, Missouri where he worked for 33 years, serving the community as a general family dentist. Dr. Karr was a kind soul, never hesitating to throw himself into passion projects such as bringing fluoridation to the public water supply in Rolla and lobbying the state legislature to increase the allowances for dentists to treat welfare patients. Dr. Karr made many short-term trips to perform volunteer missionary dentistry: Vichy and Clinton, MO, Jamaica, White Earth Indian Nation in Minnesota, Guatemala, Haiti, Peru, St Lucia, Turks and Caicos Islands, Togo West Africa, Philippines, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, New Zealand, Tonga, Fiji, Malaita, Mexico and Canada. He served with the Rolla Rotary Club, and was President in 1995. He was a member of the Rolla Optimists Club. While serving on the board of Deacons at Rolla Presbyterian Church in 1969, the family house was struck by lightning and burned to the ground. Many people in Rolla are gratefully remembered for ministering to the Karr family as their lives were rebuilt. By performing exceptional root canals, Dr. Karr earned his Fellowship with the American Endodontic Society in 1976. Having never completed his Bachelor of Science Degree due to starting dental school after his Junior year at KU he did his Senior year research project at UMR and became the only dentist to ever receive a degree at the Rolla Campus. Dr. Karr enjoyed leisure time as an amateur photographer, and also built a barn, two boats, and a school bus camper. He enjoyed raising his children on a 13 acre farm north of Rolla among various animals including horses and beefalo. The family regularly attended church and were members at First Baptist Church of Rolla, MO. Dr. and Mrs. Karr lived as an example to their family and friends to walk worthy of the high calling of Jesus Christ in their lives. The family is grateful for the outpouring of support from all the many individuals that our Dad has touched over the years. He spent his life reaching out to touch the hurting, to bring healing to those who needed his expertise. We are asking in lieu of flowers, that donations be made in his memory to: YWAM for Mercy Ships 800-772-7447 Donate Today (mercyships.org) or Miles for Smiles Mobile Unit&nbsp;&nbsp;

George W. Karr  

Felipe Torres (Kinny) Montalvo, 66, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, January 8th, at Ascension Via Christi Health Hospital.

 Felipe was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on February 18, 1955, the son of the late Veronica (Montalvo) Montalvo and Felipe Torres. He was the husband of Diana Ramos. He attended the Seven Dolors Catholic Church Manhattan, KS 66502. Services are pending and inurnment will be in Puerto Rico.

Felipe Torres (Kinny) Montalvo, 66, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, January 8th, at Ascension Via Christi Health Hospital. Felipe was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on February 18, 1955, the son of the late Veronica (Montalvo) Montalvo and Felipe Torres. He was the husband of Diana Ramos. He attended the Seven Dolors Catholic Church Manhattan, KS 66502. Services are pending and inurnment will be in Puerto Rico.

Felipe Torres (Kinny) Montalvo

M. James (Jim) Riemann, a family man and recognized leader in the agriculture community, went to be with his heavenly Father on Saturday, January 8, 2022, after passing away unexpectedly at his home in Wamego, Kansas. Jim was born March 17, 1942, to the late Willis and Maxine (Schmidt) Riemann. His more-than-55-year marriage to Nancy Jelinek, who survives, began on June 7, 1966.

Raised on the family farm in Claflin, Kansas, Jim loved agriculture and held a special fondness for the families that work each day on and with the land. After completing his military service with the U.S. Army, Jim earned his Ph.D. in food science at Kansas State University, followed by 15 years in meat science teaching and research as a professor at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. In 1992, he became the director of beef research and development for Excel (a division of Cargill) in Wichita, where he became a leading authority on beef safety and was part of a team that invented new food-safety technologies, including the steam pasteurization of beef carcasses, which is now widely used throughout the industry. In 1999, Jim became the second executive to lead Certified Angus Beef. Under his stewardship, the Certified Angus Beef brand experienced unprecedented growth through an expanded international presence and enhanced program offerings. Jim’s colleagues describe him as a servant leader—an executive who prioritized the personal and professional success of all members of his organization, a good man who led by example. Jim was recognized by his peers at the American Meat Science Association numerous times and was inducted into the Meat Industry Hall of Fame in 2018.

Upon his retirement in 2006, Jim and Nancy returned to Kansas to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Not one to ever fully retire, in 2011, Jim served as an assistant secretary at the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Jim retired from government service in August 2013 and began traveling with Nancy across the country, sometimes for pleasure but often to deliver machinery or cattle to farmers who needed a hand. Jim loved visiting with farmers; he especially loved the days and weeks in recent years when he was able to assist with his siblings’ farming operations.

Jim and his beloved wife, Nancy, have two children: Kristey (Justin) Wiebers of Wamego; and Tim (Christie) Riemann of Kansas City, Missouri. They also have seven grandchildren: Annika, Alena, Marek, and Amaree Wiebers; Hannah and Felix Riemann; and Jude Patenaude. Jim is survived by his siblings: Jerry (Joann) Riemann of Dighton; Melvin Riemann of Belton, Missouri; and Linda (Dennis) Siefkes of Hudson, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

Life Celebration Services will be held Friday afternoon (January 21, 2022) at 1:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Wamego with the Rev. Fritz Clark officiating.

Jim’s family will meet with friends in the Fellowship Hall following the service.

Jim would want nothing more than for his family, friends, and acquaintances to continue to be charitable to one another and to remember him fondly. Anyone wishing to do more, in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to one of the following: (1) to Jim’s church home,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wamegoumc.org/copy-of-giving">First United Methodist Church of Wamego</a>, 600 Lincoln Avenue, Wamego, KS 66547; (2) to honor Jim’s mentor, the&nbsp;<a href="https://netforum.avectra.com/eweb/FND/DonateFund.aspx?Site=meatscience&amp;WebCode=DonateNow&amp;Action=Add&amp;prd_key=fe0af365-aef1-4ae0-8edf-97aeeedb4e4b&amp;fun_key=7727f5a2-1f45-4de7-bb7c-a183e51cdf40&amp;Name=Dell%20Allen%20Mentor%20Recognition%20Fund">American Meat Science Association Dell Allen Mentor Recognition Fund</a>, 302 S. Platte Clay Way, Suite 107, Kearney, MO 64060; or (3) to support the K-State meats judging team,&nbsp;<a href="https://giving.ksufoundation.org/campaigns/17104/donations/new">KSU Foundation</a>, 1800 Kimball Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan, KS 66502 (Special Instructions: “Meats Judging” or “Fund D31713;” In Memory of: “Jim Riemann”).

M. James (Jim) Riemann, a family man and recognized leader in the agriculture community, went to be with his heavenly Father on Saturday, January 8, 2022, after passing away unexpectedly at his home in Wamego, Kansas. Jim was born March 17, 1942, to the late Willis and Maxine (Schmidt) Riemann. His more-than-55-year marriage to Nancy Jelinek, who survives, began on June 7, 1966.Raised on the family farm in Claflin, Kansas, Jim loved agriculture and held a special fondness for the families that work each day on and with the land. After completing his military service with the U.S. Army, Jim earned his Ph.D. in food science at Kansas State University, followed by 15 years in meat science teaching and research as a professor at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. In 1992, he became the director of beef research and development for Excel (a division of Cargill) in Wichita, where he became a leading authority on beef safety and was part of a team that invented new food-safety technologies, including the steam pasteurization of beef carcasses, which is now widely used throughout the industry. In 1999, Jim became the second executive to lead Certified Angus Beef. Under his stewardship, the Certified Angus Beef brand experienced unprecedented growth through an expanded international presence and enhanced program offerings. Jim’s colleagues describe him as a servant leader—an executive who prioritized the personal and professional success of all members of his organization, a good man who led by example. Jim was recognized by his peers at the American Meat Science Association numerous times and was inducted into the Meat Industry Hall of Fame in 2018.Upon his retirement in 2006, Jim and Nancy returned to Kansas to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Not one to ever fully retire, in 2011, Jim served as an assistant secretary at the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Jim retired from government service in August 2013 and began traveling with Nancy across the country, sometimes for pleasure but often to deliver machinery or cattle to farmers who needed a hand. Jim loved visiting with farmers; he especially loved the days and weeks in recent years when he was able to assist with his siblings’ farming operations.Jim and his beloved wife, Nancy, have two children: Kristey (Justin) Wiebers of Wamego; and Tim (Christie) Riemann of Kansas City, Missouri. They also have seven grandchildren: Annika, Alena, Marek, and Amaree Wiebers; Hannah and Felix Riemann; and Jude Patenaude. Jim is survived by his siblings: Jerry (Joann) Riemann of Dighton; Melvin Riemann of Belton, Missouri; and Linda (Dennis) Siefkes of Hudson, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.Life Celebration Services will be held Friday afternoon (January 21, 2022) at 1:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Wamego with the Rev. Fritz Clark officiating.Jim’s family will meet with friends in the Fellowship Hall following the service.Jim would want nothing more than for his family, friends, and acquaintances to continue to be charitable to one another and to remember him fondly. Anyone wishing to do more, in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to one of the following: (1) to Jim’s church home,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wamegoumc.org/copy-of-giving">First United Methodist Church of Wamego</a>, 600 Lincoln Avenue, Wamego, KS 66547; (2) to honor Jim’s mentor, the&nbsp;<a href="https://netforum.avectra.com/eweb/FND/DonateFund.aspx?Site=meatscience&amp;WebCode=DonateNow&amp;Action=Add&amp;prd_key=fe0af365-aef1-4ae0-8edf-97aeeedb4e4b&amp;fun_key=7727f5a2-1f45-4de7-bb7c-a183e51cdf40&amp;Name=Dell%20Allen%20Mentor%20Recognition%20Fund">American Meat Science Association Dell Allen Mentor Recognition Fund</a>, 302 S. Platte Clay Way, Suite 107, Kearney, MO 64060; or (3) to support the K-State meats judging team,&nbsp;<a href="https://giving.ksufoundation.org/campaigns/17104/donations/new">KSU Foundation</a>, 1800 Kimball Avenue, Suite 200, Manhattan, KS 66502 (Special Instructions: “Meats Judging” or “Fund D31713;” In Memory of: “Jim Riemann”).

M. James (Jim) Riemann, 79

Teresa Jo Dodds,&nbsp;81, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at the Washington County Hospital, Washington.

Visitation will be held Sunday, January 16, from 1 to 7 p.m. at Ward Funeral Home in Washington. The family will receive friends&nbsp;from 3 to 5 p.m.

A funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Monday, January 17, at Ward Funeral Home.

Burial will be in the Washington City Cemetery.

Teresa was born on the family farm, June 25, 1940 to Ancel and Margaret (Black) DeRemus. She graduated from Alta Brown High School in Garden City in 1958 and later she graduated from beautician school. 

On June 11, 1961 she was united in marriage to Calvin “Toad” C Dodds in Washington. To this union they were blessed with two sons, Cameron and Quinton. 

Teresa was a beautician for over 30 years running her salon out of her home. She also worked at Gas N Shop for a few years before retiring.&nbsp;

Teresa enjoyed visiting with people. She belonged to the local “coffee club”. You could always catch her and the rest of the coffee club at Short Stop daily. Teresa loved to bake and loved to share her baked goods. She would always offer up a dozen cookies for a social gathering around Washington. She was also very proud of her grandchildren. She liked to have trees planted in the city park in memory of Autumn and “Toad”.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin “Toad” Dodds; her parents; granddaughter, Autumn Faith Dodds; brother, Lloyd DeRemus; and sister, Greta Gibbs. 

Survivors include her two sons, Cameron Dodds, Washington, Quinton (Daria) Dodds, Manhattan; grandchildren, Gavin and Kennedy Dodds; brother, David DeRemus, St. Petersburg, FL; and sisters, Sharon (Leonard) Haverkamp, Ellsworth and Linda Leckider, Salina. 

A memorial fund is established to be designated later.&nbsp; Contributions may be sent in care of Ward Funeral Home.

Teresa Jo Dodds,&nbsp;81, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at the Washington County Hospital, Washington.Visitation will be held Sunday, January 16, from 1 to 7 p.m. at Ward Funeral Home in Washington. The family will receive friends&nbsp;from 3 to 5 p.m.A funeral service will be at 10 a.m., Monday, January 17, at Ward Funeral Home.Burial will be in the Washington City Cemetery.Teresa was born on the family farm, June 25, 1940 to Ancel and Margaret (Black) DeRemus. She graduated from Alta Brown High School in Garden City in 1958 and later she graduated from beautician school. On June 11, 1961 she was united in marriage to Calvin “Toad” C Dodds in Washington. To this union they were blessed with two sons, Cameron and Quinton. Teresa was a beautician for over 30 years running her salon out of her home. She also worked at Gas N Shop for a few years before retiring.&nbsp;Teresa enjoyed visiting with people. She belonged to the local “coffee club”. You could always catch her and the rest of the coffee club at Short Stop daily. Teresa loved to bake and loved to share her baked goods. She would always offer up a dozen cookies for a social gathering around Washington. She was also very proud of her grandchildren. She liked to have trees planted in the city park in memory of Autumn and “Toad”.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin “Toad” Dodds; her parents; granddaughter, Autumn Faith Dodds; brother, Lloyd DeRemus; and sister, Greta Gibbs. Survivors include her two sons, Cameron Dodds, Washington, Quinton (Daria) Dodds, Manhattan; grandchildren, Gavin and Kennedy Dodds; brother, David DeRemus, St. Petersburg, FL; and sisters, Sharon (Leonard) Haverkamp, Ellsworth and Linda Leckider, Salina. A memorial fund is established to be designated later.&nbsp; Contributions may be sent in care of Ward Funeral Home.

Teresa Jo Dodds

Phyllis J. Gates was born in Newton, Kansas, on 23 February 1921. Her parents were William H. and Ruby (Berry) Lieurance.&nbsp; They lived in Topeka, but Phyllis spent many happy times in Newton, as she grew up. She went to Boswell Junior High and Topeka High School, and then Washburn University. After a year of college she married Joseph A Babicki. They had 3 children. They divorced in 1961. Phyllis went back to Washburn and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1957. She was active in Washburn Players and later in the Topeka Civic Theater, winning an award from each. Phyllis taught 3rd and 4th grades at Central Park School in Topeka. She next taught individual students at Menninger’s Southard School for 2 years. Phyllis taught for another year at Leavenworth County, plus some substitute and adult education work in Junction City. In 1963, Phyl married Edward Francis Gates and joined the Catholic Church. They moved to Leavenworth, where their son William Edward Gates was born. Next stop was Junction City, where they lived happily for decades. Phyllis is survived by son Bill (Kris) and daughter Charlotte Babicki, as well as Jackson Gates, Cade Patton, and 6 Struby grandchildren: Justin (Stephanie), Adam (Sarah), Jessica (Zac Smith), Ben (Annie), Rachel (Scott Gayley), and Ethan (Julia Stewart); and also nine great-grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her husband Ed, her son Joe Babicki, and her daughter Marsha Struby. Phyllis was active in the Catholic Church and Circle 4. She loved reading and taking part in library events. She kept her friends for a lifetime. She was always interested in talking to other people and learning about their lives. Both Phyllis and Ed were fond of travelling around the US in their camper and showing its wonders to their son and grandchildren. Phyl died at Junction City, Kansas, on 10 January 2022. She was bright, funny, kind, and caring. We will miss her. Cremation will take place. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 20, 2022 at St. Xavier Catholic Church. The cremated remains will be buried following the services at St. Mary's Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home with the rosary prayed at 6:30 p.m.

Phyllis J. Gates was born in Newton, Kansas, on 23 February 1921. Her parents were William H. and Ruby (Berry) Lieurance.&nbsp; They lived in Topeka, but Phyllis spent many happy times in Newton, as she grew up. She went to Boswell Junior High and Topeka High School, and then Washburn University. After a year of college she married Joseph A Babicki. They had 3 children. They divorced in 1961. Phyllis went back to Washburn and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1957. She was active in Washburn Players and later in the Topeka Civic Theater, winning an award from each. Phyllis taught 3rd and 4th grades at Central Park School in Topeka. She next taught individual students at Menninger’s Southard School for 2 years. Phyllis taught for another year at Leavenworth County, plus some substitute and adult education work in Junction City. In 1963, Phyl married Edward Francis Gates and joined the Catholic Church. They moved to Leavenworth, where their son William Edward Gates was born. Next stop was Junction City, where they lived happily for decades. Phyllis is survived by son Bill (Kris) and daughter Charlotte Babicki, as well as Jackson Gates, Cade Patton, and 6 Struby grandchildren: Justin (Stephanie), Adam (Sarah), Jessica (Zac Smith), Ben (Annie), Rachel (Scott Gayley), and Ethan (Julia Stewart); and also nine great-grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her husband Ed, her son Joe Babicki, and her daughter Marsha Struby. Phyllis was active in the Catholic Church and Circle 4. She loved reading and taking part in library events. She kept her friends for a lifetime. She was always interested in talking to other people and learning about their lives. Both Phyllis and Ed were fond of travelling around the US in their camper and showing its wonders to their son and grandchildren. Phyl died at Junction City, Kansas, on 10 January 2022. She was bright, funny, kind, and caring. We will miss her. Cremation will take place. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 20, 2022 at St. Xavier Catholic Church. The cremated remains will be buried following the services at St. Mary's Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home with the rosary prayed at 6:30 p.m.

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