Charles Lynn “Charlie” Michaels passed away December 27th at his home southwest of Manhattan. He was 85. Shortly after his birth on December 4, 1936 in Olivet, KS, Charlie lost his father Lynn Michaels to pneumonia, leaving his mother Pauline a widow with 2 small children during the depression. His mother persevered and would eventually marry Harold Supple of Michigan Valley, who became the only father Charlie ever knew. Charlie grew up on the Michigan Valley farm and graduated from Overbrook High School in 1954. He then attended Kansas State University, majoring in Agricultural Education, and was a member of the AGR fraternity. He participated on K-State’s Livestock, Dairy, and Meats judging teams, winning several national awards. Charlie married Alice Whitney of Manhattan in August of 1958, just prior to his graduation the following January. After graduation from K-State, Charlie judged livestock at several county fairs, and was named Herdsman for the Beeks Hereford Ranch in Baldwin City, KS. He continued in that capacity until 1965, when he took a position at the Kansas Artificial Breeding Service Unit (KABSU) under K-State’s Animal Sciences department at the corner of College and Claflin Avenues in Manhattan. He was eventually promoted to Associate Professor and named Manager of KABSU until his retirement in 2000. While at KABSU, he served on the National Association of Animal Breeders Board of Directors. Charlie was active locally as a 4-H leader for 25 years, served on the Riley County Fair board, and was elected to the Ogden Township board for several years. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents and his older sister Gavona Martin Hardin. He is survived by his wife Alice of the home, and his children Wayne Michaels and wife Wendy of Manhattan, Melanie Owens and husband Samuel of Des Moines, IA, Lori Michaels of Lees Summit MO, grandchildren Whitney Hensing, Wren and William Michaels, Amanda and Michael Owens, and great-grandchildren Lorelai and James Hensing. Also surviving are brothers Dean, Duane, and Dennis Supple, and sister Janie Wyand. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, December 27 from 3-5 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, with funeral services scheduled for the 28th at 2 p.m.. A short graveside service at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan will follow. Memorial gifts may be made to the Riley County 4-H Foundation and to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice.

Charles Lynn “Charlie” Michaels passed away December 27th at his home southwest of Manhattan. He was 85. Shortly after his birth on December 4, 1936 in Olivet, KS, Charlie lost his father Lynn Michaels to pneumonia, leaving his mother Pauline a widow with 2 small children during the depression. His mother persevered and would eventually marry Harold Supple of Michigan Valley, who became the only father Charlie ever knew. Charlie grew up on the Michigan Valley farm and graduated from Overbrook High School in 1954. He then attended Kansas State University, majoring in Agricultural Education, and was a member of the AGR fraternity. He participated on K-State’s Livestock, Dairy, and Meats judging teams, winning several national awards. Charlie married Alice Whitney of Manhattan in August of 1958, just prior to his graduation the following January. After graduation from K-State, Charlie judged livestock at several county fairs, and was named Herdsman for the Beeks Hereford Ranch in Baldwin City, KS. He continued in that capacity until 1965, when he took a position at the Kansas Artificial Breeding Service Unit (KABSU) under K-State’s Animal Sciences department at the corner of College and Claflin Avenues in Manhattan. He was eventually promoted to Associate Professor and named Manager of KABSU until his retirement in 2000. While at KABSU, he served on the National Association of Animal Breeders Board of Directors. Charlie was active locally as a 4-H leader for 25 years, served on the Riley County Fair board, and was elected to the Ogden Township board for several years. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents and his older sister Gavona Martin Hardin. He is survived by his wife Alice of the home, and his children Wayne Michaels and wife Wendy of Manhattan, Melanie Owens and husband Samuel of Des Moines, IA, Lori Michaels of Lees Summit MO, grandchildren Whitney Hensing, Wren and William Michaels, Amanda and Michael Owens, and great-grandchildren Lorelai and James Hensing. Also surviving are brothers Dean, Duane, and Dennis Supple, and sister Janie Wyand. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, December 27 from 3-5 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, with funeral services scheduled for the 28th at 2 p.m.. A short graveside service at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan will follow. Memorial gifts may be made to the Riley County 4-H Foundation and to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice.

Charles Lynn “Charlie” Michaels 

Pauline Cravens, 88 died December 25, 2021, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 1, 1933, near Idana, the daughter of Herman and Marjorie (Green) Woellhof.&nbsp; Pauline was raised in the Clay County.&nbsp; She married Charles Losey, they later divorced.&nbsp; She worked as a clerk for KPL before earning a degree in education.&nbsp; Pauline taught special education in Clay Center for several years.&nbsp; She married John Cravens in 1996.&nbsp; They made the home in Wichita and Pauline taught elementary education in Maize, KS.&nbsp; John preceded her in death on April 5, 2020.&nbsp; She was a member of the United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Pauline was also preceded in death preceded in death by her parents, a sister and a brother

Daughter: Yvonne and husband Bob Bartley of Clay Center, KS

11 Grandchildren and 7 Great-grandchildren

Visitation will be held from 3-7 p.m.&nbsp; on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KS

Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2021, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Burial will follow in&nbsp;Ebenezer Cemetery, Clay County, Kansas

Pauline Cravens, 88 died December 25, 2021, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 1, 1933, near Idana, the daughter of Herman and Marjorie (Green) Woellhof.&nbsp; Pauline was raised in the Clay County.&nbsp; She married Charles Losey, they later divorced.&nbsp; She worked as a clerk for KPL before earning a degree in education.&nbsp; Pauline taught special education in Clay Center for several years.&nbsp; She married John Cravens in 1996.&nbsp; They made the home in Wichita and Pauline taught elementary education in Maize, KS.&nbsp; John preceded her in death on April 5, 2020.&nbsp; She was a member of the United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Pauline was also preceded in death preceded in death by her parents, a sister and a brotherSurvivors:Son: David and Meg Losey of Cheney, WADaughter: Audrey Losey of Wichita, KSDaughter: Diane Losey of Topeka, KSDaughter: Yvonne and husband Bob Bartley of Clay Center, KS11 Grandchildren and 7 Great-grandchildrenVisitation will be held from 3-7 p.m.&nbsp; on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KSFuneral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2021, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeBurial will follow in&nbsp;Ebenezer Cemetery, Clay County, Kansas

Pauline Cravens

Funeral services for Martin E. Larson, age 81, of Abilene, will be 2:00 pm Thursday, December 30, 2021 at the Abilene Cemetery with Pastor Jack Gilstrap officiating. Military honors will be provided by the United State Army Honor Guard. Mr. Larson passed away Friday, December 24, 2021 at the Abilene Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born November 3, 1940 in Wadena, Minnesota, the son of Peter and Hattie (Ritchye) Larson. Following graduation, Martin served his country in the United States Army serving in the Korean and Viet Nam Wars. He retired from the Army following a 26 year career. He then worked for Great Plains Manufacturing as a machinist before retiring from there. On May 9, 1960 Martin was united in marriage to Marjorie Wilburn. She preceded him in death in 1993. He then married Charlotte Reeves on February 12, 2014. She also preceded him in death. Martin enjoyed camping, fishing, and playing cards. His hobbies include woodworking and Community service projects through Boy Scouts Gideon’s and the VFW. He blessed people with his faith and discipleship. He is survived by his daughter Cheryl Johnson of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, step-son John and his wife Heidi Reeves of Abilene, six grandchildren, two great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wives, daughter Pamela Norman, son in law David Johnson, and his parents. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County, or the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services for Martin E. Larson, age 81, of Abilene, will be 2:00 pm Thursday, December 30, 2021 at the Abilene Cemetery with Pastor Jack Gilstrap officiating. Military honors will be provided by the United State Army Honor Guard. Mr. Larson passed away Friday, December 24, 2021 at the Abilene Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born November 3, 1940 in Wadena, Minnesota, the son of Peter and Hattie (Ritchye) Larson. Following graduation, Martin served his country in the United States Army serving in the Korean and Viet Nam Wars. He retired from the Army following a 26 year career. He then worked for Great Plains Manufacturing as a machinist before retiring from there. On May 9, 1960 Martin was united in marriage to Marjorie Wilburn. She preceded him in death in 1993. He then married Charlotte Reeves on February 12, 2014. She also preceded him in death. Martin enjoyed camping, fishing, and playing cards. His hobbies include woodworking and Community service projects through Boy Scouts Gideon’s and the VFW. He blessed people with his faith and discipleship. He is survived by his daughter Cheryl Johnson of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, step-son John and his wife Heidi Reeves of Abilene, six grandchildren, two great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wives, daughter Pamela Norman, son in law David Johnson, and his parents. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County, or the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martin E. Larson

Douglas Craig Lyngen was born November 25, 1951 in Ortonville, Minnesota the son of Palmer Lyngen and Phyllis Cravens. He had been an Abilene resident for the past 38 years.

Douglas attended high school in both Oklahoma and Missouri. He served his country in the United States Air Force from 1969 to 1975 as a Warfare Systems Specialist with the Avionics Maintenance Squad working on the B-52 Bombers. Prior to settling down to start his family, he worked on train wrecking crews and enjoyed skydiving. In 1980 his first daughter Haley was born followed by Becky in 1982 and Courtney in 1985. The family relocated from Oklahoma to Abilene after Becky was born, where he has resided ever since. Douglas loved racing, bowling, softball, football, fishing, hunting, gambling, and drinking beer, not necessarily in that order. Above all, his greatest joy in life was spending time with his family and friends. Over the course of his lifetime, Douglas had a wide variety of jobs including train wrecking, welding, insurance sales and truck driving. Douglas was an over the road truck driver for the past 25+ years delivering all over the United States. He was still driving for TSI Kansas Inc. out of Clay Center up until the time of his passing. Douglas had a tremendous heart, contagious laugh and never knew a stranger.

Douglas passed away on December 23, 2021 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City surrounded by his 3 daughters and oldest grandson. He is survived by his daughter Haley and husband Larry Jones of Abilene, daughter Becky and husband Tim Mason of Udall, and daughter Courtney and husband Dan Kelly of Austin, TX. He also has 6 grandchildren Jayshaun Jones (20), Logan Mason (14), Liberty Mason (12), Josephine Mason (7), Palmer Kelly (3) and Quinn Kelly (1). He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial Services for Doug will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2021 at Danner Funeral Home with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. Doug will be laid to rest at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Webb City, Missouri at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to the account of Doug Lyngen at Pinnacle Bank and sent to the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Douglas Craig Lyngen was born November 25, 1951 in Ortonville, Minnesota the son of Palmer Lyngen and Phyllis Cravens. He had been an Abilene resident for the past 38 years. Douglas attended high school in both Oklahoma and Missouri. He served his country in the United States Air Force from 1969 to 1975 as a Warfare Systems Specialist with the Avionics Maintenance Squad working on the B-52 Bombers. Prior to settling down to start his family, he worked on train wrecking crews and enjoyed skydiving. In 1980 his first daughter Haley was born followed by Becky in 1982 and Courtney in 1985. The family relocated from Oklahoma to Abilene after Becky was born, where he has resided ever since. Douglas loved racing, bowling, softball, football, fishing, hunting, gambling, and drinking beer, not necessarily in that order. Above all, his greatest joy in life was spending time with his family and friends. Over the course of his lifetime, Douglas had a wide variety of jobs including train wrecking, welding, insurance sales and truck driving. Douglas was an over the road truck driver for the past 25+ years delivering all over the United States. He was still driving for TSI Kansas Inc. out of Clay Center up until the time of his passing. Douglas had a tremendous heart, contagious laugh and never knew a stranger. Douglas passed away on December 23, 2021 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City surrounded by his 3 daughters and oldest grandson. He is survived by his daughter Haley and husband Larry Jones of Abilene, daughter Becky and husband Tim Mason of Udall, and daughter Courtney and husband Dan Kelly of Austin, TX. He also has 6 grandchildren Jayshaun Jones (20), Logan Mason (14), Liberty Mason (12), Josephine Mason (7), Palmer Kelly (3) and Quinn Kelly (1). He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial Services for Doug will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2021 at Danner Funeral Home with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. Doug will be laid to rest at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Webb City, Missouri at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to the account of Doug Lyngen at Pinnacle Bank and sent to the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Douglas Craig Lyngen

Cecelia Ann (Zey) Sexton age 86 passed away on December 24, 2021 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas with family by her side. She was born on September 17, 1935 in Abilene, Kansas to Louie and Pearl (Garten) Zey. She graduated from Abilene High School and this is where she met the love of her life Mervin Lee Sexton. Mervin and Cecelia were united in marriage on March 3, 1953 at the Great Lakes Naval Base, Illinois and were blessed with five children; two granddaughters they adopted; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-nine great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sisters Jane Veal, Abilene, KS; Irene Glennon, Holt, MO; and Linda Zey, Prairie Village, KS; daughters Christine Graham, Topeka, KS and Angie Page, Wichita, KS; grandchildren Rachelle Fitzwater, Levi Fitzwater, Kate Sexton, Annabelle Wilson, Jesse Sexton, Molly Meeks, Crystal Anderson, Keefe Hodges; Adam Ross, Jeremy Ross, Matthew Ross; step grandchild Colt Hoke and her great grandchildren; son in law Bruce Fitzwater Derby, KS and daughter in law Evan Sexton Manhattan, KS. Cecelia is preceded in death by her husband and lifelong sweetheart Mervin Sexton; daughters Jarda Fitzwater, Amy Hodges, Jill Ross; son Mervin Mark Sexton; adopted granddaughter DeAnna Sexton; grandchildren Joshua Powell, Russell Miles Hodges; parents Louie and Pearl Zey, brother Joe Zey, sisters Pauline Sims, Patty Corley, Martha Cook, Louise Miller. Cecelia was with Mervin through all their business ventures including Manhattan Commission Company Inc. since 1969, KSS Truck Line Inc., Manhattan Livestock Exchange Inc., Sale Barn Café and Lees Western Wear. You would always see Cecelia helping and supporting Mervin in his businesses. She was also a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Parish. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her; she was a kind and loving. Cecelia carried a tattoo that stated “Acceptance.” She believed everybody was worthwhile and everybody was important. You could always hear her talk about how blessed she was. She always looked for the best in everyone. She loved Mervin dearly and her family. Mervin and Cecelia were devoted to praying the Rosary a prayer that is humble and simple yet powerful. She is with Mervin and now they are together again which was her wish. A parish rosary will be held 10:00 a.m. on Friday December 31, 2021 with Mass of Christian Burial following at 10:30 a.m. Friday St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Abilene with Father Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. St. Joseph Cemetery in Abilene. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be sent to Seven Dolors Catholic Parish Building Fund, Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan or Emergency Shelter Inc. (MESI) Manhattan, KS. Donations may be dropped off or sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Friends may pay their respects at the funeral home Thursday afternoon.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cecelia Ann (Zey) Sexton age 86 passed away on December 24, 2021 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas with family by her side. She was born on September 17, 1935 in Abilene, Kansas to Louie and Pearl (Garten) Zey. She graduated from Abilene High School and this is where she met the love of her life Mervin Lee Sexton. Mervin and Cecelia were united in marriage on March 3, 1953 at the Great Lakes Naval Base, Illinois and were blessed with five children; two granddaughters they adopted; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-nine great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sisters Jane Veal, Abilene, KS; Irene Glennon, Holt, MO; and Linda Zey, Prairie Village, KS; daughters Christine Graham, Topeka, KS and Angie Page, Wichita, KS; grandchildren Rachelle Fitzwater, Levi Fitzwater, Kate Sexton, Annabelle Wilson, Jesse Sexton, Molly Meeks, Crystal Anderson, Keefe Hodges; Adam Ross, Jeremy Ross, Matthew Ross; step grandchild Colt Hoke and her great grandchildren; son in law Bruce Fitzwater Derby, KS and daughter in law Evan Sexton Manhattan, KS. Cecelia is preceded in death by her husband and lifelong sweetheart Mervin Sexton; daughters Jarda Fitzwater, Amy Hodges, Jill Ross; son Mervin Mark Sexton; adopted granddaughter DeAnna Sexton; grandchildren Joshua Powell, Russell Miles Hodges; parents Louie and Pearl Zey, brother Joe Zey, sisters Pauline Sims, Patty Corley, Martha Cook, Louise Miller. Cecelia was with Mervin through all their business ventures including Manhattan Commission Company Inc. since 1969, KSS Truck Line Inc., Manhattan Livestock Exchange Inc., Sale Barn Café and Lees Western Wear. You would always see Cecelia helping and supporting Mervin in his businesses. She was also a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Parish. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her; she was a kind and loving. Cecelia carried a tattoo that stated “Acceptance.” She believed everybody was worthwhile and everybody was important. You could always hear her talk about how blessed she was. She always looked for the best in everyone. She loved Mervin dearly and her family. Mervin and Cecelia were devoted to praying the Rosary a prayer that is humble and simple yet powerful. She is with Mervin and now they are together again which was her wish. A parish rosary will be held 10:00 a.m. on Friday December 31, 2021 with Mass of Christian Burial following at 10:30 a.m. Friday St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Abilene with Father Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. St. Joseph Cemetery in Abilene. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be sent to Seven Dolors Catholic Parish Building Fund, Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan or Emergency Shelter Inc. (MESI) Manhattan, KS. Donations may be dropped off or sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Friends may pay their respects at the funeral home Thursday afternoon.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cecelia Ann (Zey) Sexton 

William Lawrence (Larry) Jackson passed away on December 19, at his home in Manhattan. He was 67 years of age. Larry was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts, in 1954 to Jean N. and William N. (Bill) Jackson, who at the time was serving in the USMC. After criss-crossing the country (and Korea) as a Marine, Bill decided to become a preacher, so the family moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where Larry's sibling, Barry, was born. Larry never attended the same school for more than 2 years before graduating college, living in Massachusetts, California, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ipswich (England) and Mississippi. He graduated high school from Huntingdon, Tennessee. Larry earned a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from Freed-Hardeman College in 1976. He went on to earn a Master of Music degree in Music Theory and Composition from the University of Mississippi in 1980. He also completed 50 hours towards a Doctor of Arts degree in Choral Music Education. Larry was hired in 1985 as program director of the NPR station at Texas A&amp;M, and a year later was appointed station manager. He also worked as a vocal music instructor at Central Mississippi Junior College, and an instructor in speech and music at Faulkner University. In 1994 he was hired as station manager of KKSU-AM radio with K-State Research and Extension, where he met his beloved wife Sharolyn Flaming. For the next 20+ years Larry served extension as radio manager, technology manager, and communications specialist. When the KKSU on-air time was released to WIBW, Larry was responsible for helping staff transition to a new delivery method. He was chairman of the Kansas Public Broadcasting Association; and was very active as a board member, and in other leadership roles, in the international Association for Communication Excellence. Larry was known for his gentleness, calm approach and witticisms. He retired from K-State in 2017. Larry and Sharolyn were married for 23 ½ years. They enjoyed cooking together, entertaining in their home and in the Jackson backyard, and hosting tailgate parties for K-State football games. Larry established friendships easily, and these relationships spanned the country and include special friends in Australia. Larry also enjoyed traveling and created memories attending the Olympics with his brother, Barry, and traveling in Europe. A special place for Larry and Sharolyn is Key West, FL where they love to welcome and host friends during their time share week. Larry also loved music of all types. He enjoyed singing with the Ole Miss Choir, being a grad assistant with the choir, and leading singing in church. He played and sang in a 50-60’s era rock and roll band, Kid Cruise and the T-birds during college years. He also enjoyed playing all types of roles in theatre productions during college. In 2013 Larry was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, an incurable bone marrow cancer. He fought hard for over 8 years, enduring many types of treatments without complaining. When Larry’s mom would tell him that he was in God’s hands, Larry would reply “and I’m going to do everything I can to help him.” Larry’s constant companions and joy during some difficult last years were the family kitties, Julio and Rico. Larry is survived by his wife, Sharolyn, of Manhattan, his mother, Jean, of Austin, Texas, and Sharolyn’s family including step-mother Carol Flaming of Hillsboro, brother Tim (Judy) Flaming of Hillsboro, their two sons, daughters-in-law and four grandsons. He is preceded in death by his father, Bill Jackson, and brother, Barry Jackson. Larry's remains have been cremated; a private inurnment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, monetary remembrances can be made in his name to the International Myeloma Foundation, Johnson Cancer Research Center at K-State, or to the K-State Foundation to establish a professional development scholarship in Larry and Sharolyn’s name for K-State Research and Extension professionals. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. A Celebration of Larry’s Life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 7th, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. The family request that you wear a mask and social distance when attending the service.

William Lawrence (Larry) Jackson passed away on December 19, at his home in Manhattan. He was 67 years of age. Larry was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts, in 1954 to Jean N. and William N. (Bill) Jackson, who at the time was serving in the USMC. After criss-crossing the country (and Korea) as a Marine, Bill decided to become a preacher, so the family moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where Larry's sibling, Barry, was born. Larry never attended the same school for more than 2 years before graduating college, living in Massachusetts, California, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ipswich (England) and Mississippi. He graduated high school from Huntingdon, Tennessee. Larry earned a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from Freed-Hardeman College in 1976. He went on to earn a Master of Music degree in Music Theory and Composition from the University of Mississippi in 1980. He also completed 50 hours towards a Doctor of Arts degree in Choral Music Education. Larry was hired in 1985 as program director of the NPR station at Texas A&amp;M, and a year later was appointed station manager. He also worked as a vocal music instructor at Central Mississippi Junior College, and an instructor in speech and music at Faulkner University. In 1994 he was hired as station manager of KKSU-AM radio with K-State Research and Extension, where he met his beloved wife Sharolyn Flaming. For the next 20+ years Larry served extension as radio manager, technology manager, and communications specialist. When the KKSU on-air time was released to WIBW, Larry was responsible for helping staff transition to a new delivery method. He was chairman of the Kansas Public Broadcasting Association; and was very active as a board member, and in other leadership roles, in the international Association for Communication Excellence. Larry was known for his gentleness, calm approach and witticisms. He retired from K-State in 2017. Larry and Sharolyn were married for 23 ½ years. They enjoyed cooking together, entertaining in their home and in the Jackson backyard, and hosting tailgate parties for K-State football games. Larry established friendships easily, and these relationships spanned the country and include special friends in Australia. Larry also enjoyed traveling and created memories attending the Olympics with his brother, Barry, and traveling in Europe. A special place for Larry and Sharolyn is Key West, FL where they love to welcome and host friends during their time share week. Larry also loved music of all types. He enjoyed singing with the Ole Miss Choir, being a grad assistant with the choir, and leading singing in church. He played and sang in a 50-60’s era rock and roll band, Kid Cruise and the T-birds during college years. He also enjoyed playing all types of roles in theatre productions during college. In 2013 Larry was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, an incurable bone marrow cancer. He fought hard for over 8 years, enduring many types of treatments without complaining. When Larry’s mom would tell him that he was in God’s hands, Larry would reply “and I’m going to do everything I can to help him.” Larry’s constant companions and joy during some difficult last years were the family kitties, Julio and Rico. Larry is survived by his wife, Sharolyn, of Manhattan, his mother, Jean, of Austin, Texas, and Sharolyn’s family including step-mother Carol Flaming of Hillsboro, brother Tim (Judy) Flaming of Hillsboro, their two sons, daughters-in-law and four grandsons. He is preceded in death by his father, Bill Jackson, and brother, Barry Jackson. Larry's remains have been cremated; a private inurnment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, monetary remembrances can be made in his name to the International Myeloma Foundation, Johnson Cancer Research Center at K-State, or to the K-State Foundation to establish a professional development scholarship in Larry and Sharolyn’s name for K-State Research and Extension professionals. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. A Celebration of Larry’s Life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 7th, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. The family request that you wear a mask and social distance when attending the service.

William Lawrence (Larry) Jackson 

Coral Lee O’Neill, age 92, of Manhattan, died December 18, 2021 in Manhattan. Coral was born on December 19, 1928 in Lebanon, Kansas, the center of the U.S., the daughter of Clarence and Lena (Mullan) Cheesman. Coral lived in Lebanon and attended a one room school house until her freshman year, when her family moved to Clay Center. Coral then attended Clay Center High School and graduated with the class of 1947. She went to work for Marshall Motors in Clay Center for two years before she was married. She then worked for 22 years at the First National Bank of Manhattan as a loan clerk. On April 3, 1949 Coral was united in marriage to Frank O’Neill, at the First Methodist Church in Clay Center. The lived in the Manhattan/Keats area their entire life. Frank and Coral had a loving and devoted marriage filled with family, friends, and many fun times together. They enjoyed dancing, golfing and spending time together. Frank loving referred to Coral as “the Boss”. Coral also enjoyed sewing, reading, music, watching sports on TV, golfing and dancing. She always enjoyed a good conversation and having lunch with her friends. Coral enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren: Drew, Kevin, Heather, Mike, Austin, Rachel, Tyler, and Ross. Through the years she enjoyed pictures of them and their children, and sometimes visits and phone calls. Coral was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, and the Stagg Hill Golf Club. Coral is survived by her sons: Daniel (Susan), David, and Pat, all of Manhattan, and her daughter Gail (Bruce) Manchester, of McKinnleyville, California; her brother-in-law, Frederick Lee (Carol) O’Neill, of Manhattan. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank; her brothers Arden, Joe, and Gene Cheesman. Coral was an independent, loving and spirited wife, mother, and friend. She will be missed. Funeral services for Coral will be held on Thursday January 6, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. Interment will follow the services at the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m. until service time Thursday January 6, 2022 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in memory of Coral are suggested to the Friendship Meals of Riley County. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Coral Lee O’Neill, age 92, of Manhattan, died December 18, 2021 in Manhattan. Coral was born on December 19, 1928 in Lebanon, Kansas, the center of the U.S., the daughter of Clarence and Lena (Mullan) Cheesman. Coral lived in Lebanon and attended a one room school house until her freshman year, when her family moved to Clay Center. Coral then attended Clay Center High School and graduated with the class of 1947. She went to work for Marshall Motors in Clay Center for two years before she was married. She then worked for 22 years at the First National Bank of Manhattan as a loan clerk. On April 3, 1949 Coral was united in marriage to Frank O’Neill, at the First Methodist Church in Clay Center. The lived in the Manhattan/Keats area their entire life. Frank and Coral had a loving and devoted marriage filled with family, friends, and many fun times together. They enjoyed dancing, golfing and spending time together. Frank loving referred to Coral as “the Boss”. Coral also enjoyed sewing, reading, music, watching sports on TV, golfing and dancing. She always enjoyed a good conversation and having lunch with her friends. Coral enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren: Drew, Kevin, Heather, Mike, Austin, Rachel, Tyler, and Ross. Through the years she enjoyed pictures of them and their children, and sometimes visits and phone calls. Coral was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, and the Stagg Hill Golf Club. Coral is survived by her sons: Daniel (Susan), David, and Pat, all of Manhattan, and her daughter Gail (Bruce) Manchester, of McKinnleyville, California; her brother-in-law, Frederick Lee (Carol) O’Neill, of Manhattan. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank; her brothers Arden, Joe, and Gene Cheesman. Coral was an independent, loving and spirited wife, mother, and friend. She will be missed. Funeral services for Coral will be held on Thursday January 6, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. Interment will follow the services at the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan. The family will greet friends from 9:00 a.m. until service time Thursday January 6, 2022 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in memory of Coral are suggested to the Friendship Meals of Riley County. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Coral Lee O’Neill

Elsa Franziscka (Schmid) Hartwick, age 83, of Ogden, died Sunday December 26, 2021 in Manhattan. Elsa was born on April 22, 1938 in Gundelfingen, Germany, the daughter of Franz and Anna Schmid. On February 26, 1959 in Baumholder, Germany, Elsa was united in marriage to Marvin Hartwick, a U.S. soldier. They were blessed with three children: Ricky, Diana, and Steven. Elsa and Marvin lived in Marvin’s hometown of Ogden. She enjoyed being able to take care of her family as they grew up. Her favorite times were being with her children and grandchildren. Elsa cooked many traditional German meals for her family so they knew her German Heritage. She loved to watch the birds float in the sky and also the hummingbirds and the butterflies, that came and migrated thru Kansas during the seasons. Elsa was part of the Koffee Klatch Ladies Group, spending time and visiting with the group was very important to her. Elsa was preceded in death by her husband Marvin in 2011; also, her siblings: Agnes, Anna Marie and Franz. She is survived by her children, Ricky Hartwick (Wendy), of Wamego, Diana Hollingshead (Jim), of Manhattan, and Steven Hartwick, of Ogden; her grandchildren, Darcie Hartwick and Christopher Hartwick (Emily); and her great-grandchildren, Adeline Hartwick and Gideon Hartwick; and her nephew Gunter Schmid (Carola) and Gunter’s son, Dennis, all of Germany. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 4:00 until 5:00 p.m. Sunday January 2, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. A Parish Vigil Service will follow the visitation at 5:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday January 3, 2022 at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ogden, with Father Ryan McCandless as the Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan. Memorial contributions in memory of Elsa are suggested to the Terry C. Johnson Center for Basic Cancer Research at KSU. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Elsa Franziscka (Schmid) Hartwick, age 83, of Ogden, died Sunday December 26, 2021 in Manhattan. Elsa was born on April 22, 1938 in Gundelfingen, Germany, the daughter of Franz and Anna Schmid. On February 26, 1959 in Baumholder, Germany, Elsa was united in marriage to Marvin Hartwick, a U.S. soldier. They were blessed with three children: Ricky, Diana, and Steven. Elsa and Marvin lived in Marvin’s hometown of Ogden. She enjoyed being able to take care of her family as they grew up. Her favorite times were being with her children and grandchildren. Elsa cooked many traditional German meals for her family so they knew her German Heritage. She loved to watch the birds float in the sky and also the hummingbirds and the butterflies, that came and migrated thru Kansas during the seasons. Elsa was part of the Koffee Klatch Ladies Group, spending time and visiting with the group was very important to her. Elsa was preceded in death by her husband Marvin in 2011; also, her siblings: Agnes, Anna Marie and Franz. She is survived by her children, Ricky Hartwick (Wendy), of Wamego, Diana Hollingshead (Jim), of Manhattan, and Steven Hartwick, of Ogden; her grandchildren, Darcie Hartwick and Christopher Hartwick (Emily); and her great-grandchildren, Adeline Hartwick and Gideon Hartwick; and her nephew Gunter Schmid (Carola) and Gunter’s son, Dennis, all of Germany. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 4:00 until 5:00 p.m. Sunday January 2, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. A Parish Vigil Service will follow the visitation at 5:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday January 3, 2022 at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ogden, with Father Ryan McCandless as the Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan. Memorial contributions in memory of Elsa are suggested to the Terry C. Johnson Center for Basic Cancer Research at KSU. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Elsa F. Hartwick

Scott Donald Dinger, 54, of Wamego, Kansas, died Friday, December 24, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka. He was a life-long resident of the community.

Scott was born on September 24, 1967, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Kenneth and Judith (Wilkerson) Dinger. He attended local school and graduated from Wamego High School. Scott then attended Manhattan Technical College in auto mechanics.

Scott worked many years as a heavy equipment operator and was the owner and operator of Wamego Recycling, Rockin Kansas rock quarry, and the Last Stop in Wamego. He loved everything outdoors. He loved to fish and hunt and in his youth was a trapper. He also was an Eagle Scout. Scott helped authorities’ numerous times with searches and rescue along the Kansas River with his Airboat.

Scott married Dana Davies on November 23, 2007, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She survives at their home.

Scott is also survived by his children; Miranda Dinger and Kenneth Dinger, both of the home; his mother, Judith Dinger, Wamego; his siblings, Tammie Campbell (Kevin), St. George, Ronald Dinger, Wamego, Lori Plummer (Kenny), Wamego; his mother-in-law, Diana Davies, Wamego, and his brother-in-law, Daren Davies, Topeka. Scott was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth, and a father-in-law, Dale Davies.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 3, 2022, at Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego. The family will greet friends on Sunday from 2:00 pm until 8:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home. They suggest memorial contributions to the Miranda and Kenneth Dinger Education Fund, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.

Scott Donald Dinger, 54, of Wamego, Kansas, died Friday, December 24, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka. He was a life-long resident of the community.Scott was born on September 24, 1967, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Kenneth and Judith (Wilkerson) Dinger. He attended local school and graduated from Wamego High School. Scott then attended Manhattan Technical College in auto mechanics.Scott worked many years as a heavy equipment operator and was the owner and operator of Wamego Recycling, Rockin Kansas rock quarry, and the Last Stop in Wamego. He loved everything outdoors. He loved to fish and hunt and in his youth was a trapper. He also was an Eagle Scout. Scott helped authorities’ numerous times with searches and rescue along the Kansas River with his Airboat.Scott married Dana Davies on November 23, 2007, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She survives at their home.Scott is also survived by his children; Miranda Dinger and Kenneth Dinger, both of the home; his mother, Judith Dinger, Wamego; his siblings, Tammie Campbell (Kevin), St. George, Ronald Dinger, Wamego, Lori Plummer (Kenny), Wamego; his mother-in-law, Diana Davies, Wamego, and his brother-in-law, Daren Davies, Topeka. Scott was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth, and a father-in-law, Dale Davies.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 3, 2022, at Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego. The family will greet friends on Sunday from 2:00 pm until 8:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home. They suggest memorial contributions to the Miranda and Kenneth Dinger Education Fund, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.

Scott Donald Dinger

Franc-Marie “Frankie" Holeman, 96, of Wamego, Kansas, formerly of Norton, Kansas, died Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Valley Vista Good Samaritan.

Frankie was born on May 17, 1925, in Norton, Kansas, the daughter of Arthur E. and Juanita (McCormick) Collier. She attended local school and graduated from Norton High School.

She married John L. Holeman in Norton, in February of 1944. He preceded her in death in 2005 as the result of an automobile accident.

Frankie and Johnny were farmers and ranchers, raising Shorthorn cattle and wheat. They prided themselves in the care they took with their farm animals and pets. They were members of the Fraternal Oder of Eagles. After their retirement, they moved from the farm to Norton and Frankie became involved with animal rescue. She had several rescue cats. Also, for many years Johnny and Frankie cared for their son, Lynn, who had multiple sclerosis. Lynn also preceded Frankie in death in 1999.

Frankie loved to read the Salina Journal, good books, do crossword puzzles, watch political talk shows and PBS. She was a proud lifelong Democrat who loved and respected Dwight Eisenhower. Frankie was a great cook. For years she was known throughout the family for her dark chocolate cake with fudge icing. She loved to play cards and was a fierce competitor and was known for her lively personality. Frankie was such fun to be around with a great sense of humor.

Frankie moved to California to be close to her family but after a while decided to move back home to Norton. In 2020 her apartment burned and she moved to Wamego.

Frankie is survived by her daughter, Karen Burkhardt and husband Pat of Ferndale, California, as well as many nieces and nephews and friends. Her family is especially grateful to her special nephew, David Breiner and his wife Diane, Alma, Kansas. She had many friends and caregivers in Norton, especially Angie Bird, Starr Garza, Melissa Delimont and Chelsey Huber, and her great friend of many years, Bonnie Boxler; and in Wamego. Her family will be forever grateful to them all. Frankie was also preceded in death by her parents, her grandson, John Douglas Holeman, and her brothers, Ralph Keith Collier, Kenneth Collier, and Charles Collier.

Memorial services will be held in the spring in Norton.

Franc-Marie “Frankie" Holeman, 96, of Wamego, Kansas, formerly of Norton, Kansas, died Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Valley Vista Good Samaritan.Frankie was born on May 17, 1925, in Norton, Kansas, the daughter of Arthur E. and Juanita (McCormick) Collier. She attended local school and graduated from Norton High School.She married John L. Holeman in Norton, in February of 1944. He preceded her in death in 2005 as the result of an automobile accident.Frankie and Johnny were farmers and ranchers, raising Shorthorn cattle and wheat. They prided themselves in the care they took with their farm animals and pets. They were members of the Fraternal Oder of Eagles. After their retirement, they moved from the farm to Norton and Frankie became involved with animal rescue. She had several rescue cats. Also, for many years Johnny and Frankie cared for their son, Lynn, who had multiple sclerosis. Lynn also preceded Frankie in death in 1999.Frankie loved to read the Salina Journal, good books, do crossword puzzles, watch political talk shows and PBS. She was a proud lifelong Democrat who loved and respected Dwight Eisenhower. Frankie was a great cook. For years she was known throughout the family for her dark chocolate cake with fudge icing. She loved to play cards and was a fierce competitor and was known for her lively personality. Frankie was such fun to be around with a great sense of humor.Frankie moved to California to be close to her family but after a while decided to move back home to Norton. In 2020 her apartment burned and she moved to Wamego.Frankie is survived by her daughter, Karen Burkhardt and husband Pat of Ferndale, California, as well as many nieces and nephews and friends. Her family is especially grateful to her special nephew, David Breiner and his wife Diane, Alma, Kansas. She had many friends and caregivers in Norton, especially Angie Bird, Starr Garza, Melissa Delimont and Chelsey Huber, and her great friend of many years, Bonnie Boxler; and in Wamego. Her family will be forever grateful to them all. Frankie was also preceded in death by her parents, her grandson, John Douglas Holeman, and her brothers, Ralph Keith Collier, Kenneth Collier, and Charles Collier.Memorial services will be held in the spring in Norton.

Franc-Marie “Frankie" Holeman

Mabel Neely, 95, of Westmoreland, Kansas passed away December 22, 2021 at Rolling Hills Assisted Living in Topeka, Kansas, where she had been residing for two years after moving from her home in Westmoreland.

Mabel Marie Neely was born February 28, 1926 at home in Myers Valley near Westmoreland, Kansas. Her parents were Emil Joseph Antone and Carrie Magdalena Morse Blanka Mayer. Mabel was married to Paul Edward Neely on February 9, 1946 in Manhattan, KS. He preceded her in death on June 23, 1999.

Mabel graduated from Westmoreland High School in 1944. In her early adult years, she worked as a telephone operator, hung wallpaper, and reupholstered furniture in addition to being a homemaker. In 1973 she became the bookkeeper for Neely Heating &amp; Plumbing. She enjoyed crafts and needlework including cross-stitch, embroidery, latch hook, smocking, crocheting, and knitting. Sewing clothes for herself, her daughters, grandchildren, and even her great-grandchildren brought her much joy throughout her life. Throughout her life, the quality of her work has become a lasting legacy. Home-cooked meals and desserts were another of Mabel’s specialties with the ability to remember each person’s favorite pie to bake for family gatherings. Mabel and Paul spent many years traveling, with Hawaii being her favorite destination. They visited all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, and Jamaica and would spend winters in their motorhome in Florida or Texas where they made many acquaintances. Mabel also went on two cruises in her later years visiting Cancun, Cozumel, and Belize.

Mabel was also preceded in death by her five half-brothers, Lloyd and Orville Blanka, Albert, Ed, and George Mayer; foster sister, Eleanor Bradshaw; and son-in-law, Tom Wettengel.

Mabel is survived by two daughters, Paulette (Bill) Laging, Broomfield, Colorado, and Peggy Wettengel, Topeka, Kansas; four grandchildren; three step grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and ten step great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet friends during a visitation prior to the funeral beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the Westmoreland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Macular Degeneration Research or the Cowboy Country Church of Wamego, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.&nbsp;Condolences may be left at www.campanellastewart.com

Mabel Neely, 95, of Westmoreland, Kansas passed away December 22, 2021 at Rolling Hills Assisted Living in Topeka, Kansas, where she had been residing for two years after moving from her home in Westmoreland.Mabel Marie Neely was born February 28, 1926 at home in Myers Valley near Westmoreland, Kansas. Her parents were Emil Joseph Antone and Carrie Magdalena Morse Blanka Mayer. Mabel was married to Paul Edward Neely on February 9, 1946 in Manhattan, KS. He preceded her in death on June 23, 1999.Mabel graduated from Westmoreland High School in 1944. In her early adult years, she worked as a telephone operator, hung wallpaper, and reupholstered furniture in addition to being a homemaker. In 1973 she became the bookkeeper for Neely Heating &amp; Plumbing. She enjoyed crafts and needlework including cross-stitch, embroidery, latch hook, smocking, crocheting, and knitting. Sewing clothes for herself, her daughters, grandchildren, and even her great-grandchildren brought her much joy throughout her life. Throughout her life, the quality of her work has become a lasting legacy. Home-cooked meals and desserts were another of Mabel’s specialties with the ability to remember each person’s favorite pie to bake for family gatherings. Mabel and Paul spent many years traveling, with Hawaii being her favorite destination. They visited all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, and Jamaica and would spend winters in their motorhome in Florida or Texas where they made many acquaintances. Mabel also went on two cruises in her later years visiting Cancun, Cozumel, and Belize.Mabel was also preceded in death by her five half-brothers, Lloyd and Orville Blanka, Albert, Ed, and George Mayer; foster sister, Eleanor Bradshaw; and son-in-law, Tom Wettengel.Mabel is survived by two daughters, Paulette (Bill) Laging, Broomfield, Colorado, and Peggy Wettengel, Topeka, Kansas; four grandchildren; three step grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and ten step great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet friends during a visitation prior to the funeral beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the Westmoreland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Macular Degeneration Research or the Cowboy Country Church of Wamego, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.&nbsp;Condolences may be left at www.campanellastewart.com

Mabel Neely

SFC (RET) Virlyn M. "Vic" Carter, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Aaron Harris officiating. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow the service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Virlyn was born April 23, 1937 at Bolton, GA the son of James Marion and Minnie Lee (Casey) Carter, Sr. He served in the United States Army for twenty six and a half years. He spent four years serving in Vietnam where he earned the Purple Heart. He retired from the Army on November 1, 1981. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and American Legion Post #45 both in Junction City, KS. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He married Jane Carter September 15, 1984. She survives of the home. Survivors include his wife Jane; four sons, Danny Carter of Phoenix, AZ, Bobby Humbard, Jr. of Wichita, KS, Donald Humbard of Woodbridge, VA and Virlyn Carter, II of Junction City, KS; five daughters, Diane Carter of Atlanta, GA, Margo Slocum of Manhattan, KS, Cindy Carter of Greeley, CO, Nelia Humbard of Junction City, KS and Shelly Johnson of Grandview Plaza, KS; eighteen grandchildren and twenty two great-grandchildren; many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers and four sisters.

SFC (RET) Virlyn M. "Vic" Carter, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center. A funeral will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Aaron Harris officiating. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow the service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Virlyn was born April 23, 1937 at Bolton, GA the son of James Marion and Minnie Lee (Casey) Carter, Sr. He served in the United States Army for twenty six and a half years. He spent four years serving in Vietnam where he earned the Purple Heart. He retired from the Army on November 1, 1981. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and American Legion Post #45 both in Junction City, KS. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He married Jane Carter September 15, 1984. She survives of the home. Survivors include his wife Jane; four sons, Danny Carter of Phoenix, AZ, Bobby Humbard, Jr. of Wichita, KS, Donald Humbard of Woodbridge, VA and Virlyn Carter, II of Junction City, KS; five daughters, Diane Carter of Atlanta, GA, Margo Slocum of Manhattan, KS, Cindy Carter of Greeley, CO, Nelia Humbard of Junction City, KS and Shelly Johnson of Grandview Plaza, KS; eighteen grandchildren and twenty two great-grandchildren; many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers and four sisters.

SFC (RET) Virlyn M. "Vic" Carter

Joan was born June 12, 1932 in a humble two-story farmhouse located just west of Leonardville, Kansas and was raised in a family rich in Swedish tradition. She was an accomplished pianist who could play “by ear” and served for many years as church pianist at the Leonardville United Methodist Church. As a young girl she attended a one room school completing two years of education in a single year, which enabled her to graduate from Leonardville Rural High School at the age of 16 and embark on a remarkable life of love for and service to others. In 1956 Joan married Robert William Friederich and as a young mother raised and cared for her three young children. She then accepted a part-time job with the Kansas State University Athletic Ticket Office in 1971. Shortly thereafter she filled in at the Kansas State Football office while they were in the process of hiring a new full-time secretary. Her success as a fill-in landed her the full-time position as secretary to the assistant football coaches and she was later promoted to Administrative Assistant to the Head Football Coach. Her career started in the Vince Gibson era and spanned through Coach Bill Snyder’s second term. For nearly half a century Joan built impactful and lasting relationships with hundreds of coaches, student-athletes, staff members, and boosters. The number of former coaches and players who continued to stay in contact with her following their time at K-State is evidence of the meaningful relationships she established. In 1998 the "Joan Friederich Award" was created to honor the individual, who through their unselfishness, leadership, and commitment best represents the team concept. In 1999 she was presented with the Admiral U.S. Grant Sharp Trophy in the Holiday Bowl to honor her display of "unselfish dedication and teamwork." Following a second hip break Joan was forced to retire in 2017 at the age of 84. Had it not been for the second hip break there is no doubt she would have continued working. She loved her job, and most importantly, the people around her. She was preceded in death by her father V.R. “Bill” Rosell, mother Laura Marjorie (Anderson) Rosell, and brother Bruce Neal Rosell. She is survived by her son Rick Friederich (Joni) of Bonner Springs, KS, two daughters, Nancy Friederich (Sherry) of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Janet Duncan (Kenny) of Westmoreland, KS, her granddaughter Laura Van Kirk (Kyle), two grandsons, Brad Duncan (Stephanie), and Will Friederich, and 5 great grandchildren. A visitation is scheduled from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, Wednesday January 5, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday January 6, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. Graveside services will be held at noon at the Leonardville Cemetery.

Her family asks that contributions be made in her name to the Kansas State University Athletic Department. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Joan was born June 12, 1932 in a humble two-story farmhouse located just west of Leonardville, Kansas and was raised in a family rich in Swedish tradition. She was an accomplished pianist who could play “by ear” and served for many years as church pianist at the Leonardville United Methodist Church. As a young girl she attended a one room school completing two years of education in a single year, which enabled her to graduate from Leonardville Rural High School at the age of 16 and embark on a remarkable life of love for and service to others. In 1956 Joan married Robert William Friederich and as a young mother raised and cared for her three young children. She then accepted a part-time job with the Kansas State University Athletic Ticket Office in 1971. Shortly thereafter she filled in at the Kansas State Football office while they were in the process of hiring a new full-time secretary. Her success as a fill-in landed her the full-time position as secretary to the assistant football coaches and she was later promoted to Administrative Assistant to the Head Football Coach. Her career started in the Vince Gibson era and spanned through Coach Bill Snyder’s second term. For nearly half a century Joan built impactful and lasting relationships with hundreds of coaches, student-athletes, staff members, and boosters. The number of former coaches and players who continued to stay in contact with her following their time at K-State is evidence of the meaningful relationships she established. In 1998 the "Joan Friederich Award" was created to honor the individual, who through their unselfishness, leadership, and commitment best represents the team concept. In 1999 she was presented with the Admiral U.S. Grant Sharp Trophy in the Holiday Bowl to honor her display of "unselfish dedication and teamwork." Following a second hip break Joan was forced to retire in 2017 at the age of 84. Had it not been for the second hip break there is no doubt she would have continued working. She loved her job, and most importantly, the people around her. She was preceded in death by her father V.R. “Bill” Rosell, mother Laura Marjorie (Anderson) Rosell, and brother Bruce Neal Rosell. She is survived by her son Rick Friederich (Joni) of Bonner Springs, KS, two daughters, Nancy Friederich (Sherry) of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Janet Duncan (Kenny) of Westmoreland, KS, her granddaughter Laura Van Kirk (Kyle), two grandsons, Brad Duncan (Stephanie), and Will Friederich, and 5 great grandchildren. A visitation is scheduled from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, Wednesday January 5, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday January 6, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. Graveside services will be held at noon at the Leonardville Cemetery.Her family asks that contributions be made in her name to the Kansas State University Athletic Department. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Joan Friederich

A loving, mother, grandmother, and aunt, Eva Mae Freeman went home to the Lord on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Eva was born in Keo, Arkansas on October 5th 1922, the youngest of 12. She was raised by her Aunt after her parents passed away when she was a young child. She always called Arkansas home and would visit frequently. She kept in touch with all her nieces, nephews, and cousins, becoming the Matriarch of the family and glue that kept the family together. In adulthood, Eva was a mother to Alean and Sarah, living all over the country and world as an Army spouse. She did day work and housekeeping in hotels and hospitals. After moving to Junction City in the late 1960’s, Eva worked for Ft. Riley as a switchboard operator, at the laundry on Post, and at the Army hospital, where she retired. Deeply rooted in her faith, Eva was baptized at an early age, read her Bible faithfully, and frequently talked about going to Heaven. She was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church in Junction City, Kansas for 50 years, where she served on the Mission Board and visited church members who were sick or shut in. She also sang in the mass choir. Outside of church she enjoyed helping others, volunteering at the Geary Community Hospital for over 20 years and was a regular visitor at Valley View Nursing home, sharing the Gospel. Eva was fiercely independent, living alone until her mid-90s, and she flew and went on road trips until she was 98. She loved to sing, was known to shake a leg on the dance floor and loved to dress up. Her favorite trip, outside of traveling to see her family, was when she visited the Holy Land in the early 90s. It was truly her trip of a lifetime, as she was baptized in the Jordan River and visited many sites in Jerusalem. Eva is preceded in death by her parents Sam and Lydia and her 11 siblings. She is survived by 4 generations born from her, something she was very proud of. Her daughters Alean and Sarah (Pev); her granddaughters Yvette, Yvonne, and Alexis (Mike); great-grand daughters Karissa, Afton, and Sarah; great-great granddaughters Zion, Neveah, and Moriah; great-great grandson Christian; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that she loved as her own. Visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home 203 N. Washington Street Junction City, Kansas on Tuesday December 28th from 5-7 p.m. Masks are required. A private, family only, funeral service and burial will be held Wednesday December 29th at 11:00 a.m. Loved ones can watch the service by viewing the livestream at https://2mbjc.com/. Eva was very excited about turning 100 and having a big celebration. The family still plans to celebrate Eva with a reunion of family and friends in October of 2022.

A loving, mother, grandmother, and aunt, Eva Mae Freeman went home to the Lord on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Eva was born in Keo, Arkansas on October 5th 1922, the youngest of 12. She was raised by her Aunt after her parents passed away when she was a young child. She always called Arkansas home and would visit frequently. She kept in touch with all her nieces, nephews, and cousins, becoming the Matriarch of the family and glue that kept the family together. In adulthood, Eva was a mother to Alean and Sarah, living all over the country and world as an Army spouse. She did day work and housekeeping in hotels and hospitals. After moving to Junction City in the late 1960’s, Eva worked for Ft. Riley as a switchboard operator, at the laundry on Post, and at the Army hospital, where she retired. Deeply rooted in her faith, Eva was baptized at an early age, read her Bible faithfully, and frequently talked about going to Heaven. She was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church in Junction City, Kansas for 50 years, where she served on the Mission Board and visited church members who were sick or shut in. She also sang in the mass choir. Outside of church she enjoyed helping others, volunteering at the Geary Community Hospital for over 20 years and was a regular visitor at Valley View Nursing home, sharing the Gospel. Eva was fiercely independent, living alone until her mid-90s, and she flew and went on road trips until she was 98. She loved to sing, was known to shake a leg on the dance floor and loved to dress up. Her favorite trip, outside of traveling to see her family, was when she visited the Holy Land in the early 90s. It was truly her trip of a lifetime, as she was baptized in the Jordan River and visited many sites in Jerusalem. Eva is preceded in death by her parents Sam and Lydia and her 11 siblings. She is survived by 4 generations born from her, something she was very proud of. Her daughters Alean and Sarah (Pev); her granddaughters Yvette, Yvonne, and Alexis (Mike); great-grand daughters Karissa, Afton, and Sarah; great-great granddaughters Zion, Neveah, and Moriah; great-great grandson Christian; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that she loved as her own. Visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home 203 N. Washington Street Junction City, Kansas on Tuesday December 28th from 5-7 p.m. Masks are required. A private, family only, funeral service and burial will be held Wednesday December 29th at 11:00 a.m. Loved ones can watch the service by viewing the livestream at https://2mbjc.com/. Eva was very excited about turning 100 and having a big celebration. The family still plans to celebrate Eva with a reunion of family and friends in October of 2022.

Eva Mae Freeman 

Daniel L. Fittro, 69, passed away on December 21, 2021. He was born on July 31, 1952 in Camp Chaffee, Arkansas to Frank and Lenora (Snow) Fittro. Dan graduated from high school in May 1970 at Lyons, Nebraska. After graduation, Dan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and spent time at Camp Pendleton, CA; Camp Lejeune, NC; and Vietnam from 1970 to 1974. He enlisted in the Army in November 1974 and married Carol Maynard of Wahoo, NE on April 5, 1975. During their time in the Army they lived in Texas, Germany - 2 times, Virginia, and Kansas - 2 times. Dan’s last tour of duty was Desert Storm. He retired from the Army on July 31, 1991 at Fort Riley, Kansas where Dan and Carol made Junction City their permanent home. After the military Dan worked for the Geary County Sheriffs Office, the U.S. postal service and was an Owner/Operator of a semi-truck. He permanently retired in June 2008 and enjoyed staying home, riding horses, spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren, riding his motorcycle, and fishing whenever he got the chance. He had a love of Nebraska football and the Kansas City Chiefs and would never miss watching a game. Dan was a member of the Chapman, KS Post 240 American Legion and the American Legion Riders. Dan is survived by his wife, Carol and 3 children: daughters Shawn (Ryan) Roberts of Scott City, KS, Rachael (Kevin) Kennedy of Overland Park, KS, son Eric Fittro of Junction City, KS and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and his father. A visitation will be held January 3, 2022 from 5-7 p.m. at Johnson Cremations and Funerals at 203 N Washington, Junction City, Kansas. Services will be held January 4, 2022, 11 a.m. at Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, Kansas.

Daniel L. Fittro, 69, passed away on December 21, 2021. He was born on July 31, 1952 in Camp Chaffee, Arkansas to Frank and Lenora (Snow) Fittro. Dan graduated from high school in May 1970 at Lyons, Nebraska. After graduation, Dan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and spent time at Camp Pendleton, CA; Camp Lejeune, NC; and Vietnam from 1970 to 1974. He enlisted in the Army in November 1974 and married Carol Maynard of Wahoo, NE on April 5, 1975. During their time in the Army they lived in Texas, Germany - 2 times, Virginia, and Kansas - 2 times. Dan’s last tour of duty was Desert Storm. He retired from the Army on July 31, 1991 at Fort Riley, Kansas where Dan and Carol made Junction City their permanent home. After the military Dan worked for the Geary County Sheriffs Office, the U.S. postal service and was an Owner/Operator of a semi-truck. He permanently retired in June 2008 and enjoyed staying home, riding horses, spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren, riding his motorcycle, and fishing whenever he got the chance. He had a love of Nebraska football and the Kansas City Chiefs and would never miss watching a game. Dan was a member of the Chapman, KS Post 240 American Legion and the American Legion Riders. Dan is survived by his wife, Carol and 3 children: daughters Shawn (Ryan) Roberts of Scott City, KS, Rachael (Kevin) Kennedy of Overland Park, KS, son Eric Fittro of Junction City, KS and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and his father. A visitation will be held January 3, 2022 from 5-7 p.m. at Johnson Cremations and Funerals at 203 N Washington, Junction City, Kansas. Services will be held January 4, 2022, 11 a.m. at Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, Kansas.

Daniel L. Fittro

Gary Gene DePew, a lifelong resident of Junction City, passed away on December 22, 2021. Gary was born on March 5th, 1940 at Fort Riley to parents Ethel and Clarence DePew. He was the third of three siblings, the older two being Doil and Margaret. He graduated from Junction City High School in 1958. One of his favorite hobbies at that time was working on cars. He bought his first car with money he earned from delivering newspapers. It was a 1936 Chevy and he loved to race it on a quarter-mile bridge on Highway 77. A friend of his set him up on a date with Kathryn Barr, the girl whom he would later marry on June 11th, 1967. Two years later on October 18th, 1969, their daughter, Julie DePew was born, followed by their son, Gary B. DePew on May 24th, 1972. Gary was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Family always came first to him. Throughout his life, Gary held many jobs, including being a paper boy, a stock boy at a grocery store, an auto parts store clerk, a car detailer and working at his father’s gas station for many years. He was a civil service worker at Fort Riley for most of his career, and worked as a gas station attendant, a telephone repair man and in Family Housing. He would go on to earn his Journeyman’s license and become an electrician. After retiring, he and three friends purchased the Cedar Point Car Wash in Junction City. As well as being co-owner, he spent his days there helping to keep the business running smoothly. He sold his share of the car wash to his partner in 2019. Gary is survived by his wife, Kathryn; one daughter, Julie Rasmussen; one son, Gary B. DePew and his wife, Jill Martinson; one honorary son, Pete Arceo; three grandchildren, Taylor, Josslyn and Asher; one sister, Margaret Rutledge; and many nieces, nephews and friends. The funeral will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 31st, 2021 at the Johnson Funeral Home on Washington Street in Junction City. Burial will follow the funeral at Highland Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the First United Methodist Church at 804 N Jefferson Street in Junction City.

Gary Gene DePew, a lifelong resident of Junction City, passed away on December 22, 2021. Gary was born on March 5th, 1940 at Fort Riley to parents Ethel and Clarence DePew. He was the third of three siblings, the older two being Doil and Margaret. He graduated from Junction City High School in 1958. One of his favorite hobbies at that time was working on cars. He bought his first car with money he earned from delivering newspapers. It was a 1936 Chevy and he loved to race it on a quarter-mile bridge on Highway 77. A friend of his set him up on a date with Kathryn Barr, the girl whom he would later marry on June 11th, 1967. Two years later on October 18th, 1969, their daughter, Julie DePew was born, followed by their son, Gary B. DePew on May 24th, 1972. Gary was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Family always came first to him. Throughout his life, Gary held many jobs, including being a paper boy, a stock boy at a grocery store, an auto parts store clerk, a car detailer and working at his father’s gas station for many years. He was a civil service worker at Fort Riley for most of his career, and worked as a gas station attendant, a telephone repair man and in Family Housing. He would go on to earn his Journeyman’s license and become an electrician. After retiring, he and three friends purchased the Cedar Point Car Wash in Junction City. As well as being co-owner, he spent his days there helping to keep the business running smoothly. He sold his share of the car wash to his partner in 2019. Gary is survived by his wife, Kathryn; one daughter, Julie Rasmussen; one son, Gary B. DePew and his wife, Jill Martinson; one honorary son, Pete Arceo; three grandchildren, Taylor, Josslyn and Asher; one sister, Margaret Rutledge; and many nieces, nephews and friends. The funeral will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 31st, 2021 at the Johnson Funeral Home on Washington Street in Junction City. Burial will follow the funeral at Highland Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the First United Methodist Church at 804 N Jefferson Street in Junction City.

Gary Gene DePew

Vaughn Dentan Hoffman, age 76 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.  

He was born on April 12, 1945 in Manhattan, the son of Forrest Elmer and Garnett Louise (Brown) Hoffman.&nbsp; On April 2, 1972 he married Lynette Sue Bulk.  They later separated.

Vaughn’s life was farming, but he was also a machinist.  He enjoyed tinkering with all sorts of projects, building trailers, collecting many different things especially smiley faces and crystals that made rainbows.  Vaughn looked forward to spending time with his grandchildren, especially taking them out for rides on the little blue golf cart.  He was an active member of the Fairview Presbyterian Church.



He is survived by his brother, Thaine Hoffman and wife Carol of Topeka; his daughter, Ivy Kennedy and husband Brock of Manhattan and two grandchildren, Kacie Lyn and Ian Douglas.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial service information is pending and will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Vaughn Dentan Hoffman, age 76 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home. 

He was born on April 12, 1945 in Manhattan, the son of Forrest Elmer and Garnett Louise (Brown) Hoffman.&nbsp; On April 2, 1972 he married Lynette Sue Bulk. They later separated.

Vaughn’s life was farming, but he was also a machinist. He enjoyed tinkering with all sorts of projects, building trailers, collecting many different things especially smiley faces and crystals that made rainbows. Vaughn looked forward to spending time with his grandchildren, especially taking them out for rides on the little blue golf cart. He was an active member of the Fairview Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his brother, Thaine Hoffman and wife Carol of Topeka; his daughter, Ivy Kennedy and husband Brock of Manhattan and two grandchildren, Kacie Lyn and Ian Douglas.

He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial service information is pending and will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Vaughn Dentan Hoffman

Thomas (Turbo) Dalton McGuyer, age 66 of Manhattan, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 at his residence.  He had been battling some health issues.  

He was born on November 10, 1955 in Mexia, Texas, the son of Roger Dalton and Cora Isabell (Scott) McGuyer.

He spent most of his life in Texas before moving to be closer to his children in Kansas.  He loved being a Texan. 

Thomas worked in retail sales.  The majority of his career was in clothing and later in lumber.  He enjoyed listening to music, especially live music and his vinyl records.  He loved watching sports and he always enjoyed bantering over games and with friends over the games.  He especially enjoyed attending the College World Series.

Over the past several years, he spent a lot of time in San Diego, California visiting his brother and enjoying Southern California weather, views and time with his brother.  He truly treasured this time. 

He is survived by three children, Roger McGuyer and wife Kelly of Leonardville, Tracy Wilson and husband John of El Dorado, and Jamie McElroy and husband Eric of Amarillo, Texas; one brother, Dr. Curtis McGuyer of San Diego, California, and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Ryan Curtis McGuyer.

Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Cremation has taken place and inurnment will be in Belton, Texas at a later date.

Thomas (Turbo) Dalton McGuyer, age 66 of Manhattan, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 at his residence. He had been battling some health issues. He was born on November 10, 1955 in Mexia, Texas, the son of Roger Dalton and Cora Isabell (Scott) McGuyer.He spent most of his life in Texas before moving to be closer to his children in Kansas. He loved being a Texan. Thomas worked in retail sales. The majority of his career was in clothing and later in lumber. He enjoyed listening to music, especially live music and his vinyl records. He loved watching sports and he always enjoyed bantering over games and with friends over the games. He especially enjoyed attending the College World Series.Over the past several years, he spent a lot of time in San Diego, California visiting his brother and enjoying Southern California weather, views and time with his brother. He truly treasured this time. He is survived by three children, Roger McGuyer and wife Kelly of Leonardville, Tracy Wilson and husband John of El Dorado, and Jamie McElroy and husband Eric of Amarillo, Texas; one brother, Dr. Curtis McGuyer of San Diego, California, and five grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Ryan Curtis McGuyer.Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Cremation has taken place and inurnment will be in Belton, Texas at a later date.

Thomas (Turbo) Dalton McGuyer

Donald Gary Hitsman, 71 died December 22, 2021, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on December 1, 1950, in Clay Center, the son of Donald V. and Norma (Kubic) Hitsman.&nbsp; Don was raised in the Clay Center community and was a graduate of CCCHS Class of 1968.&nbsp; Following graduation, he served in the US Army.&nbsp; Don returned to Clay Center and worked as a roofer for many years.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion Post 101 and Eagles Lodge 3650.&nbsp; Don was preceded in death by his parents and sons, Joshua Hitsman and Jamie Hitsman.

Sister: Sharon and husband Don Brown of Garnett, KS

Brother: Ted and wife Vicky Hitsman of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Terry and wife Anna Hitsman of Tulsa, OK

Graveside Services: 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at Broughton Cemetery in Clay County, KS with military honors

Visitation: 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; Monday, December 27, 2021, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; American Legion Youth Fund or Eagles Lodge 3650 c/o the funeral home

Donald Gary Hitsman, 71 died December 22, 2021, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on December 1, 1950, in Clay Center, the son of Donald V. and Norma (Kubic) Hitsman.&nbsp; Don was raised in the Clay Center community and was a graduate of CCCHS Class of 1968.&nbsp; Following graduation, he served in the US Army.&nbsp; Don returned to Clay Center and worked as a roofer for many years.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion Post 101 and Eagles Lodge 3650.&nbsp; Don was preceded in death by his parents and sons, Joshua Hitsman and Jamie Hitsman.Survivors:Sister: Sharon and husband Don Brown of Garnett, KSBrother: Ted and wife Vicky Hitsman of Clay Center, KSSister: Connie Smith of Clay Center, KSBrother: Terry and wife Anna Hitsman of Tulsa, OKBrother: Frank Hitsman of Topeka, KSGraveside Services: 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at Broughton Cemetery in Clay County, KS with military honorsVisitation: 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; Monday, December 27, 2021, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; American Legion Youth Fund or Eagles Lodge 3650 c/o the funeral home

Donald Gary Hitsman

The Reverend, Dr. Marion Ross Kirk, age 84, died December 20, 2021, at his home in Wakefield, Kansas. He was born April 14, 1937, to Walter Marion and Mary Catherine (Ross) Kirk in Kansas City, Kansas. Ross was a graduate of Junction City High School. He attended Wartburg University in Iowa until his senior year, when he was drafted into the Army. Upon his return from duty, Ross finished his college degree and attended Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana.&nbsp; He married Judith Olson on March 18, 1961. Ross was called back in 1965 to serve as a Chaplain in the United States Army, earning several awards and commendations, until his retirement in 1988. Ross and Judy made their home in Wakefield, Kansas. He pastored at several churches in the area and was the Executive Director of the Milford Lake Ministries, Inc. for 48 consecutive years. Ross was a member of the VFW and attended the Mizpah United Methodist Church in Wakefield. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Daughter: Heather and husband Joe Schriner of Albuquerque, NM

7 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren

Visitation: Monday, December 27, 2021 from 4-6 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Funeral Services: 10:30 AM Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the Wakefield United Methodist Church, Wakefield, KS

Military Honors provided by Fort Riley Honor Guard and Wakefield VFW

The Reverend, Dr. Marion Ross Kirk, age 84, died December 20, 2021, at his home in Wakefield, Kansas. He was born April 14, 1937, to Walter Marion and Mary Catherine (Ross) Kirk in Kansas City, Kansas. Ross was a graduate of Junction City High School. He attended Wartburg University in Iowa until his senior year, when he was drafted into the Army. Upon his return from duty, Ross finished his college degree and attended Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana.&nbsp; He married Judith Olson on March 18, 1961. Ross was called back in 1965 to serve as a Chaplain in the United States Army, earning several awards and commendations, until his retirement in 1988. Ross and Judy made their home in Wakefield, Kansas. He pastored at several churches in the area and was the Executive Director of the Milford Lake Ministries, Inc. for 48 consecutive years. Ross was a member of the VFW and attended the Mizpah United Methodist Church in Wakefield. He is preceded in death by his parents.SurvivorsWife: Judith Kirk of Wakefield, KSDaughter: Holly Fowler of Wakefield, KSDaughter: Heather and husband Joe Schriner of Albuquerque, NMSon: Kendall Kirk of Minneapolis, KSSon: Jon and wife Mikala of Caney, KS7 Grandchildren and 2 Great GrandchildrenVisitation: Monday, December 27, 2021 from 4-6 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSFuneral Services: 10:30 AM Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the Wakefield United Methodist Church, Wakefield, KSBurial: Highland Cemetery, Wakefield, KSMilitary Honors provided by Fort Riley Honor Guard and Wakefield VFW

The Reverend, Dr. Marion Ross Kirk

Delores M. Peck passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2021 at the Salina Regional Medical Center in Salina. She was born October 18, 1954 in Greenville, South Carolina the daughter of Gail and Fern (McIlvain) Emerick. A longtime resident of the area, Delores graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1972 and graduated from Emporia Vocational College with a dental assistant degree. She was a dental assistant for many years in the Abilene area. Delores enjoyed crafts, raising Boston Terriers, babysitting, but especially loved being with her family. On September 8, 1973 she married Merle Peck in Chapman. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her son Jason Peck and his wife Theresa of Abilene, her daughter Marla and her husband Kyle Griffis of Enterprise sisters Donna Gowen and her husband James of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Dulce Royal of Fayetteville, Arkansas, sister-in-law Nancy LaRocque of Junction City, Kansas, and four grandchildren Noah, Sam, Ben, and Angie. She was preceded in death by her sister Dawn “LaRouche” and her parents. Funeral services for Delores will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at the First Christian Church in Abilene with Pastor Jason Kohler officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery near Enterprise. Delores’s family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to the First Christian Church and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Delores M. Peck passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2021 at the Salina Regional Medical Center in Salina. She was born October 18, 1954 in Greenville, South Carolina the daughter of Gail and Fern (McIlvain) Emerick. A longtime resident of the area, Delores graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1972 and graduated from Emporia Vocational College with a dental assistant degree. She was a dental assistant for many years in the Abilene area. Delores enjoyed crafts, raising Boston Terriers, babysitting, but especially loved being with her family. On September 8, 1973 she married Merle Peck in Chapman. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her son Jason Peck and his wife Theresa of Abilene, her daughter Marla and her husband Kyle Griffis of Enterprise sisters Donna Gowen and her husband James of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Dulce Royal of Fayetteville, Arkansas, sister-in-law Nancy LaRocque of Junction City, Kansas, and four grandchildren Noah, Sam, Ben, and Angie. She was preceded in death by her sister Dawn “LaRouche” and her parents. Funeral services for Delores will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at the First Christian Church in Abilene with Pastor Jason Kohler officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery near Enterprise. Delores’s family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to the First Christian Church and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Delores M. Peck 

Wanda Fae Murphy passed away December 23, 2021 at Chapman Valley Manor. Wanda was born April 15, 1922 near Navarre, KS, the daughter of Lena (Eddy) and William Claude Bowden. She graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1939. On October 17, 1943, she was married to John Murphy. They farmed and made their home near Navarre for 66 years before moving to Chapman, Kansas. Wanda was a member of the Navarre Church of the Brethren, New Basel United Church of Christ, and Chapman United Methodist Church. Besides being a farm wife, she was a member of the local EHU, served on the election board, bus driver for many years and always there for her family. She was known to be a great cook and her fried chicken was the family favorite. Wanda is survived by children Jerry (Mary) Murphy of Omaha, Nebraska; Janet (Bob) Meyer of Chapman; and Kevin (Lynne) Murphy of Hope. Grandchildren: Stacey Combes (Brian) of Abilene; Shane Meyer of St. Joe, Missouri; Sean Murphy (Kelli) of Detroit, Michigan; Jacob Murphy (Ricky Gutierrez) of Chicago, Illinois; Megan McDugald (Jim) of Nashville, TN; Kyle Murphy (Kirsten Zenner) of Newton; Dane Murphy of Dallas, Texas; and Jenna Bentrop (Brian) of Blue Springs, Missouri. Great grandchildren: Hunter and Talon Combes, Kinsey and Chase Meyer, Avery and Clay McDugald and Blake Bentrop. Great great grandchild: Coralynn Combes. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband John in 2011 and sister Zola Mae Morgan. Services for Wanda will be Tuesday, December 28 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Chapman, Kansas. Family will receive friends Monday, December 27 from 5-7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, Chapman, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to Chapman Valley Manor or Navarre Community Center. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67451.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wanda Fae Murphy passed away December 23, 2021 at Chapman Valley Manor. Wanda was born April 15, 1922 near Navarre, KS, the daughter of Lena (Eddy) and William Claude Bowden. She graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1939. On October 17, 1943, she was married to John Murphy. They farmed and made their home near Navarre for 66 years before moving to Chapman, Kansas. Wanda was a member of the Navarre Church of the Brethren, New Basel United Church of Christ, and Chapman United Methodist Church. Besides being a farm wife, she was a member of the local EHU, served on the election board, bus driver for many years and always there for her family. She was known to be a great cook and her fried chicken was the family favorite. Wanda is survived by children Jerry (Mary) Murphy of Omaha, Nebraska; Janet (Bob) Meyer of Chapman; and Kevin (Lynne) Murphy of Hope. Grandchildren: Stacey Combes (Brian) of Abilene; Shane Meyer of St. Joe, Missouri; Sean Murphy (Kelli) of Detroit, Michigan; Jacob Murphy (Ricky Gutierrez) of Chicago, Illinois; Megan McDugald (Jim) of Nashville, TN; Kyle Murphy (Kirsten Zenner) of Newton; Dane Murphy of Dallas, Texas; and Jenna Bentrop (Brian) of Blue Springs, Missouri. Great grandchildren: Hunter and Talon Combes, Kinsey and Chase Meyer, Avery and Clay McDugald and Blake Bentrop. Great great grandchild: Coralynn Combes. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband John in 2011 and sister Zola Mae Morgan. Services for Wanda will be Tuesday, December 28 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Chapman, Kansas. Family will receive friends Monday, December 27 from 5-7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, Chapman, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to Chapman Valley Manor or Navarre Community Center. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67451.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wanda Fae Murphy 

Michael H. Pantano, 57 of Abilene passed away December 19, 2021 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. He was born January 16, 1964 in Fort Carson, Colorado, the son of Michael G. and Catherine (Hamlett) Pantano. On June 2, 1984 he was united in marriage to Sarah M. Whitney in Baldwin City, Kansas. She survives of the home.&nbsp; Mike worked for Grain Belt Supply Inc. in powder coat maintenance. He also worked 24 years in the auto body service. Mike was a member of the World Fast Draw Association, First Southern Baptist Church and was an enthusiastic fisherman.

 Mike is survived by his loving wife Sarah of the home. Sister-in-laws: Martha (James) Wright; Naomi (Steve) Burgress both of Baldwin City, Kansas and Ruth (Earl) Peine of Garnett, Kansas and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services for Mike will be 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the First Southern Baptist Church in Abilene with Pastor David Parker officiating. Services will be live streamed on Facebook at FSBCAbilene at 10:30 a.m.

Graveside services will be 3:00 p.m., Tuesday at Oakwood Cemetery in Baldwin City, Kansas. Family will receive friends Monday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the First Southern Baptist Church or to the World Fast Draw Association. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third ST., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Michael H. Pantano, 57 of Abilene passed away December 19, 2021 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. He was born January 16, 1964 in Fort Carson, Colorado, the son of Michael G. and Catherine (Hamlett) Pantano. On June 2, 1984 he was united in marriage to Sarah M. Whitney in Baldwin City, Kansas. She survives of the home.&nbsp; Mike worked for Grain Belt Supply Inc. in powder coat maintenance. He also worked 24 years in the auto body service. Mike was a member of the World Fast Draw Association, First Southern Baptist Church and was an enthusiastic fisherman. Mike is survived by his loving wife Sarah of the home. Sister-in-laws: Martha (James) Wright; Naomi (Steve) Burgress both of Baldwin City, Kansas and Ruth (Earl) Peine of Garnett, Kansas and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents.Services for Mike will be 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the First Southern Baptist Church in Abilene with Pastor David Parker officiating. Services will be live streamed on Facebook at FSBCAbilene at 10:30 a.m.Graveside services will be 3:00 p.m., Tuesday at Oakwood Cemetery in Baldwin City, Kansas. Family will receive friends Monday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the First Southern Baptist Church or to the World Fast Draw Association. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third ST., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Michael H. Pantano

Gerald Dale “Jerry” Fournier, age 85, of Manhattan, died December 20, 2021, at the Colmery-O’Neil VAMC in Topeka. He was born September 21, 1936, in Missoula, Montana, and was adopted by Joseph and Nina (Brown) Fournier, and had been a permanent resident of Manhattan since 1995. Jerry served for four years in the United States Navy and then had a thirty-year career with Southwestern Bell as a manager. He then worked as a financial planner for many years until his full retirement. He was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan and was very active in his church in Atchison and Wichita prior to moving to Manhattan. He had served on his Homeowners Association Board, was active in the Chamber of Commerce in Wichita and Manhattan, a member of the Rotary Club, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Jerry enjoyed working out, traveling, swimming, fishing, watercolor painting nature scenes and barns, going for drives to enjoy the beautiful scenery, and most especially spending time with his family and going to all his grandchildren’s activities. He would tell us daily how blessed he was to have the family that he had. He was married to Rosalie Katherine Simon on September 2, 1961, in Colwich, KS. Rosalie preceded him in death on March 3, 2006. He was also preceded in death by his son Joseph Edward Fournier on January 29, 2001, his son-in-law Mark Stich, and by two sisters: Loretta and Sylvia. Survivors include his three daughters: Kim Stich of Manhattan, Karen Ekart and her husband Tim of Manhattan, and Kristine “Kris” Dillon and her husband Tommy of Manhattan; seven grandchildren: Katy Ann Stich, Joe Ekart (Emily), Kelsy Strong (Calin), Lindsy Ekart, Tyler, Cole and Chase Dillon; and six great-grandchildren: William, T.J., Claire, Mike and Brookie Ekart, and Cori Strong. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 28th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Interment will follow in Valley View Memorial Park east of Manhattan. The family will receive friends Monday, December 27th, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. followed by a Parish Vigil at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Jerry Fournier Memorial Fund for improvements at Valley View Memorial Park. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gerald Dale “Jerry” Fournier, age 85, of Manhattan, died December 20, 2021, at the Colmery-O’Neil VAMC in Topeka. He was born September 21, 1936, in Missoula, Montana, and was adopted by Joseph and Nina (Brown) Fournier, and had been a permanent resident of Manhattan since 1995. Jerry served for four years in the United States Navy and then had a thirty-year career with Southwestern Bell as a manager. He then worked as a financial planner for many years until his full retirement. He was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan and was very active in his church in Atchison and Wichita prior to moving to Manhattan. He had served on his Homeowners Association Board, was active in the Chamber of Commerce in Wichita and Manhattan, a member of the Rotary Club, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Jerry enjoyed working out, traveling, swimming, fishing, watercolor painting nature scenes and barns, going for drives to enjoy the beautiful scenery, and most especially spending time with his family and going to all his grandchildren’s activities. He would tell us daily how blessed he was to have the family that he had. He was married to Rosalie Katherine Simon on September 2, 1961, in Colwich, KS. Rosalie preceded him in death on March 3, 2006. He was also preceded in death by his son Joseph Edward Fournier on January 29, 2001, his son-in-law Mark Stich, and by two sisters: Loretta and Sylvia. Survivors include his three daughters: Kim Stich of Manhattan, Karen Ekart and her husband Tim of Manhattan, and Kristine “Kris” Dillon and her husband Tommy of Manhattan; seven grandchildren: Katy Ann Stich, Joe Ekart (Emily), Kelsy Strong (Calin), Lindsy Ekart, Tyler, Cole and Chase Dillon; and six great-grandchildren: William, T.J., Claire, Mike and Brookie Ekart, and Cori Strong. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 28th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Interment will follow in Valley View Memorial Park east of Manhattan. The family will receive friends Monday, December 27th, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. followed by a Parish Vigil at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Jerry Fournier Memorial Fund for improvements at Valley View Memorial Park. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gerald Dale “Jerry” Fournier

Joanne Barkyoumb, 90, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away Friday, December 17, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan from complications following hip replacement surgery. She was born on August 29, 1931, in Manhattan, Kansas, the firstborn of J.Byron and Helen (Glunt) Brooks. A lifetime area resident, Joanne had fond memories and stories about growing up in rural Garrison, Kansas in the 1930’s and 40’s. She helped on the family farm and enjoyed riding her pony Tony with her brother Jim. Joanne always preferred outside work and play to staying indoors. She graduated as Valedictorian from Randolph Rural High School in 1949 and attended Kansas State College of Agriculture and Applied Science (now Kansas State University). She was a Pi Beta Phi member and remained active for decades following her college years. On January 30, 1954, she married Dale F. Barkyoumb. He preceded her in death on May 11, 2001, after 47 years of marriage. Dale and Joanne made their lifelong home in Manhattan where they raised three children: Steve, Susan, and Mike. Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church was a very important part of Joanne’s life – worship, choir, weddings, circles, and many other celebrations were held there. She was on the Meadowlark Hills Board of Trustees during its early formative years and was proud of the national recognition it gained. Joanne moved into Meadowlark Hills Independent Living in 2018 and continuously praised the organization’s dedication to caring for its residents, particularly during the pandemic. Kansas State sports were also an important part of Joanne’s life. She and Dale held season football tickets since the stadium opened in 1968 and rarely missed a game. Joanne loved tailgating with family and cheering on her Wildcats! She looked so beautiful in purple, especially with her gorgeous grey hair. Joanne’s passion for people was evident in the joy she expressed in being with her family and friends, meeting new people, participating in numerous social groups and activities, and traveling the world with friends. She was always helpful, loving, content, quick to smile, full of stories and proud of her family. Joanne was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter and son-in-law Susan and Brian Abramovitz, brother and sister-in-law James B. and Vivian (Young) Brooks, and nephew Bill Brooks. Joanne is survived by two sons and their spouses Steve and Joni Barkyoumb, of Wooster, Ohio and Mike and Melissa Barkyoumb, of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her grandchildren include Cammie (Brian) Burgett, Bryan Barkyoumb, Carrie (Andy) Palmer, Becky (Matt) Benoit, Laura (Drew) Yunghans, Sarah (Tyler) Lucas, and David Barkyoumb. She is also survived by eleven great-grandchildren and her niece Kathy (Harwood) Shawver. A Memorial Service and Celebration of Joanne’s Life will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at 2:00 pm in the Prairie Star Event Center at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. Interment will be next to her husband Dale in Sunrise Cemetery, Manhattan, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church of Manhattan or the Meadowlark Foundation to benefit its Good Samaritan Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joanne Barkyoumb, 90, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away Friday, December 17, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan from complications following hip replacement surgery. She was born on August 29, 1931, in Manhattan, Kansas, the firstborn of J.Byron and Helen (Glunt) Brooks. A lifetime area resident, Joanne had fond memories and stories about growing up in rural Garrison, Kansas in the 1930’s and 40’s. She helped on the family farm and enjoyed riding her pony Tony with her brother Jim. Joanne always preferred outside work and play to staying indoors. She graduated as Valedictorian from Randolph Rural High School in 1949 and attended Kansas State College of Agriculture and Applied Science (now Kansas State University). She was a Pi Beta Phi member and remained active for decades following her college years. On January 30, 1954, she married Dale F. Barkyoumb. He preceded her in death on May 11, 2001, after 47 years of marriage. Dale and Joanne made their lifelong home in Manhattan where they raised three children: Steve, Susan, and Mike. Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church was a very important part of Joanne’s life – worship, choir, weddings, circles, and many other celebrations were held there. She was on the Meadowlark Hills Board of Trustees during its early formative years and was proud of the national recognition it gained. Joanne moved into Meadowlark Hills Independent Living in 2018 and continuously praised the organization’s dedication to caring for its residents, particularly during the pandemic. Kansas State sports were also an important part of Joanne’s life. She and Dale held season football tickets since the stadium opened in 1968 and rarely missed a game. Joanne loved tailgating with family and cheering on her Wildcats! She looked so beautiful in purple, especially with her gorgeous grey hair. Joanne’s passion for people was evident in the joy she expressed in being with her family and friends, meeting new people, participating in numerous social groups and activities, and traveling the world with friends. She was always helpful, loving, content, quick to smile, full of stories and proud of her family. Joanne was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter and son-in-law Susan and Brian Abramovitz, brother and sister-in-law James B. and Vivian (Young) Brooks, and nephew Bill Brooks. Joanne is survived by two sons and their spouses Steve and Joni Barkyoumb, of Wooster, Ohio and Mike and Melissa Barkyoumb, of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her grandchildren include Cammie (Brian) Burgett, Bryan Barkyoumb, Carrie (Andy) Palmer, Becky (Matt) Benoit, Laura (Drew) Yunghans, Sarah (Tyler) Lucas, and David Barkyoumb. She is also survived by eleven great-grandchildren and her niece Kathy (Harwood) Shawver. A Memorial Service and Celebration of Joanne’s Life will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at 2:00 pm in the Prairie Star Event Center at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. Interment will be next to her husband Dale in Sunrise Cemetery, Manhattan, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church of Manhattan or the Meadowlark Foundation to benefit its Good Samaritan Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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