George Paul Kandt, 86, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on December 15, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka. George was born on June 2, 1935 in rural Hope, Kansas to Carl and Hannah Kandt. He was the youngest of four children and was raised on his family’s farmstead near Hope. George attended the St. John’s Lutheran parochial school through eighth grade, and then attended and graduated from Hope High School in 1953. After high school, George worked on his family farm raising crops and cattle while serving in the U.S. Army Reserves. He also worked in the IGA grocery store in Herington during this time and was promoted into management. George met his wife, Betty, while working at the IGA store as she was the local Home Economics teacher and ordered groceries from his store. They were married on June 25, 1961. George and Betty lived in Herington for several years before moving to Junction City when George accepted the position of Store Manager for Dillons Food Store and Betty became the Geary County Home Economics and 4-H Agent. They started their family in Junction City and lived there for 10 years before moving to Manhattan in 1974 when George became Manager of the East Dillons Food Store. George enjoyed getting to know people and taking time for conversation with his customers, friends, and neighbors. He was a member of the Manhattan Lions Club and First Baptist Church. After retiring from Dillons, George worked for Sunflower Bank while also spending more time with his farm and ranch operations managing cattle, monitoring harvests, and renovating older properties to preserve the land and honor his roots in agriculture. George and Betty were dedicated and loving parents and grandparents. They cherished family time together and were involved in their sons’ activities, such as sports, 4-H, church youth group, and neighborhood newspaper route. George also enjoyed watching his grandson, Owen, play various youth sports, especially the Manhattan Titans baseball team. George was preceded in death by his wife Betty; parents Carl and Hannah; and brothers Raymond and Walter. He is survived by his two sons, George II (Heather) and Karl; one grandson Owen; sister Delores Hatterman; and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of life service will be on Tuesday, December 21 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Manhattan. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m. at St. John’s Cemetery near Herington, Kansas. The family will receive friends during a visitation on Monday, December 20, 6:00-7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Manhattan, St. John’s Lutheran Church at Lyons Creek, or the Hope Community Museum. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

George Paul Kandt, 86, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on December 15, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka. George was born on June 2, 1935 in rural Hope, Kansas to Carl and Hannah Kandt. He was the youngest of four children and was raised on his family’s farmstead near Hope. George attended the St. John’s Lutheran parochial school through eighth grade, and then attended and graduated from Hope High School in 1953. After high school, George worked on his family farm raising crops and cattle while serving in the U.S. Army Reserves. He also worked in the IGA grocery store in Herington during this time and was promoted into management. George met his wife, Betty, while working at the IGA store as she was the local Home Economics teacher and ordered groceries from his store. They were married on June 25, 1961. George and Betty lived in Herington for several years before moving to Junction City when George accepted the position of Store Manager for Dillons Food Store and Betty became the Geary County Home Economics and 4-H Agent. They started their family in Junction City and lived there for 10 years before moving to Manhattan in 1974 when George became Manager of the East Dillons Food Store. George enjoyed getting to know people and taking time for conversation with his customers, friends, and neighbors. He was a member of the Manhattan Lions Club and First Baptist Church. After retiring from Dillons, George worked for Sunflower Bank while also spending more time with his farm and ranch operations managing cattle, monitoring harvests, and renovating older properties to preserve the land and honor his roots in agriculture. George and Betty were dedicated and loving parents and grandparents. They cherished family time together and were involved in their sons’ activities, such as sports, 4-H, church youth group, and neighborhood newspaper route. George also enjoyed watching his grandson, Owen, play various youth sports, especially the Manhattan Titans baseball team. George was preceded in death by his wife Betty; parents Carl and Hannah; and brothers Raymond and Walter. He is survived by his two sons, George II (Heather) and Karl; one grandson Owen; sister Delores Hatterman; and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of life service will be on Tuesday, December 21 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Manhattan. Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m. at St. John’s Cemetery near Herington, Kansas. The family will receive friends during a visitation on Monday, December 20, 6:00-7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Manhattan, St. John’s Lutheran Church at Lyons Creek, or the Hope Community Museum. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

George Paul Kandt

Jean Catherine Luke, 93, formerly of Solomon, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 15th, at the Ascension Via Christi Ridge Care Center in Wichita. A lifelong member of the Solomon community, Jean was born on November 14th, 1928 in Solomon, KS. She was one of four daughters of the late Rebecca (Giersch) and Thomas Kelly. She was a graduate of Solomon High School and attended Marymount College in Salina, KS. On October 10th, 1953, she was united in marriage to Paul “Pit” Frederick Luke, who preceded her in death on June 25th, 2002. She was a lifetime member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon. She was a dedicated Homemaker, a talented baker, and a cake decorator, and she dedicated her life to the betterment of her family and the community. Jean is survived by a son, Randy (Karen) Luke, of Wichita, KS; and sons-in-law Frank Johnson, of Solomon, KS and Mark (Susan) Johnson of Salina, KS; four grandchildren: Erin (Travis) Parret, Kirk (Abbie) Johnson, Brady (Jenny) Johnson, Kelli (Drew) Pettijohn; and five great-grandchildren: Luke Johnson, Myles Johnson, Kailyn Pettijohn, Landrie Pettijohn, and Tanner Parret. She is also survived by her sister, Marilyn (John) Hoisington, brother-in-law Merlin Moorman, and nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughters Sandy Johnson and Sharon “Snuff” Johnson, sisters Helen (Hank) Paul, and Johna Moorman. Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 19, 2021, at the Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home in Salina. Visitation with the family and a parish rosary/vigil will be held on Monday morning, December 20 at 10:00 a.m. with the funeral mass following at 10:30 a.m. at the Immaculate Catholic Church in Solomon. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Solomon. Following the burial, a luncheon will be held at the church in the parish hall. The family requests that donations be directed to the Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon, KS, or the Solomon Alumni Association and sent in care of the funeral home. To send an email condolence to the family visit the funeral home website, www.carlsonfh.net Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio, Salina, Kansas 67401&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jean Catherine Luke, 93, formerly of Solomon, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 15th, at the Ascension Via Christi Ridge Care Center in Wichita. A lifelong member of the Solomon community, Jean was born on November 14th, 1928 in Solomon, KS. She was one of four daughters of the late Rebecca (Giersch) and Thomas Kelly. She was a graduate of Solomon High School and attended Marymount College in Salina, KS. On October 10th, 1953, she was united in marriage to Paul “Pit” Frederick Luke, who preceded her in death on June 25th, 2002. She was a lifetime member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon. She was a dedicated Homemaker, a talented baker, and a cake decorator, and she dedicated her life to the betterment of her family and the community. Jean is survived by a son, Randy (Karen) Luke, of Wichita, KS; and sons-in-law Frank Johnson, of Solomon, KS and Mark (Susan) Johnson of Salina, KS; four grandchildren: Erin (Travis) Parret, Kirk (Abbie) Johnson, Brady (Jenny) Johnson, Kelli (Drew) Pettijohn; and five great-grandchildren: Luke Johnson, Myles Johnson, Kailyn Pettijohn, Landrie Pettijohn, and Tanner Parret. She is also survived by her sister, Marilyn (John) Hoisington, brother-in-law Merlin Moorman, and nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughters Sandy Johnson and Sharon “Snuff” Johnson, sisters Helen (Hank) Paul, and Johna Moorman. Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 19, 2021, at the Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home in Salina. Visitation with the family and a parish rosary/vigil will be held on Monday morning, December 20 at 10:00 a.m. with the funeral mass following at 10:30 a.m. at the Immaculate Catholic Church in Solomon. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Solomon. Following the burial, a luncheon will be held at the church in the parish hall. The family requests that donations be directed to the Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon, KS, or the Solomon Alumni Association and sent in care of the funeral home. To send an email condolence to the family visit the funeral home website, www.carlsonfh.net Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio, Salina, Kansas 67401&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jean Catherine Luke

Francis H. Sable of Wamego, Kansas, died on December 17, 2021, at the Community Hospital of Onega.

A funeral service will be held on December 23, at 2 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. Military honors will be held at St. Bernard’s Catholic Cemetery of Wamego following the service.

&nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to Purple Paws Animal Welfare Society of Manhattan and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Francis H. Sable of Wamego, Kansas, died on December 17, 2021, at the Community Hospital of Onega.A funeral service will be held on December 23, at 2 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. Military honors will be held at St. Bernard’s Catholic Cemetery of Wamego following the service.&nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to Purple Paws Animal Welfare Society of Manhattan and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Francis H. Sable

Elsie Louise Marie Hatfield, 93, of McFarland, Kansas, died Sunday, December 19, 2021, at her home. She was a life-long resident of the area.

Elsie was born July 26, 1928, in rural Wheaton, Kansas, the daughter of William F. and Viola Elsie (McClellan) Fischer. She attended local schools and graduated in 1946 from Paxico High School. Elsie then received her teaching certificate from Emporia State College. She taught country school for two years, one at Hinnerville and the other in rural Paxico.

Elsie married Virgil H. Hatfield on May 9, 1948, in Wamego. Together they owned and operated the family farm south of Wamego. Elsie was an active member of the farm operation as well as being a homemaker. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland and the church LWML. She was a Sunday School teacher for many years. Elsie was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Wabaunsee County Extension Board, a long-time 4-H leader, a member of Young Farmer’s Wives, and the McFarland Senior Citizens. Elsie and Virgil retired to McFarland in 1988. Virgil preceded her in death on August 19, 2009.

Elsie enjoyed quilting, sewing, gardening, tending her flowers, and playing cards. She loved hosting home Bible studies and was known to go around town visiting with her neighbors. Elsie loved the time she could spend with her family, especially her grand and great grandchildren. She was always willing to help her family in any way possible.

Elsie is survived by her children; Jerry Hatfield (Pat), Ames, Iowa, Ronald Hatfield (Mary), Princeton, Wisconsin, John Hatfield (Jan), Belvidere, Nebraska, Robert Hatfield (Cindy), Paxico, Susan Deeken (Rod), McLouth, Judy Kolterman, Onaga, Roy Hatfield (Susan), Wamego, and Sally Morrill (Kevin), Wamego; her brother, Larry Fischer (Faye), Duluth; nineteen grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, James Hatfield, grandchildren, Crystal Morrill and Scott Deeken, her brother, William Fischer, and her son-in-law, Charles Kolterman.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland. Reverend Terry DeGiovanni will be officiating. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, December 22, at the church, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m.. They suggest memorial contributions to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Wabaunsee County Historical Society and those may be sent in care of Campanella&amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;

Elsie Louise Marie Hatfield, 93, of McFarland, Kansas, died Sunday, December 19, 2021, at her home. She was a life-long resident of the area.Elsie was born July 26, 1928, in rural Wheaton, Kansas, the daughter of William F. and Viola Elsie (McClellan) Fischer. She attended local schools and graduated in 1946 from Paxico High School. Elsie then received her teaching certificate from Emporia State College. She taught country school for two years, one at Hinnerville and the other in rural Paxico.Elsie married Virgil H. Hatfield on May 9, 1948, in Wamego. Together they owned and operated the family farm south of Wamego. Elsie was an active member of the farm operation as well as being a homemaker. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland and the church LWML. She was a Sunday School teacher for many years. Elsie was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Wabaunsee County Extension Board, a long-time 4-H leader, a member of Young Farmer’s Wives, and the McFarland Senior Citizens. Elsie and Virgil retired to McFarland in 1988. Virgil preceded her in death on August 19, 2009.Elsie enjoyed quilting, sewing, gardening, tending her flowers, and playing cards. She loved hosting home Bible studies and was known to go around town visiting with her neighbors. Elsie loved the time she could spend with her family, especially her grand and great grandchildren. She was always willing to help her family in any way possible.Elsie is survived by her children; Jerry Hatfield (Pat), Ames, Iowa, Ronald Hatfield (Mary), Princeton, Wisconsin, John Hatfield (Jan), Belvidere, Nebraska, Robert Hatfield (Cindy), Paxico, Susan Deeken (Rod), McLouth, Judy Kolterman, Onaga, Roy Hatfield (Susan), Wamego, and Sally Morrill (Kevin), Wamego; her brother, Larry Fischer (Faye), Duluth; nineteen grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, James Hatfield, grandchildren, Crystal Morrill and Scott Deeken, her brother, William Fischer, and her son-in-law, Charles Kolterman.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland. Reverend Terry DeGiovanni will be officiating. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, December 22, at the church, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m.. They suggest memorial contributions to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Wabaunsee County Historical Society and those may be sent in care of Campanella&amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;

Elsie Louise Marie Hatfield

Darla was born February 20, 1941 in Alma, Kansas to Arthur and Frances (Heustis) Miller.

She is survived by her brothers: JayDee Miller (Marie), McFarland, KS; Brent Miller (Amy Bandel), Alma, KS; Craig Miller (Pam), Topeka, KS; and sisters: Mimi Smith (Clete Linenberger), Topeka, KS; Merti Ricter (Nick Reilly), Topeka, KS; Sons: Damon Johnson (Jolene), Topeka, KS; Dylan Johnson (Vicki Meinhardt), Omaha, NE; and daughters: Decho Bailey (Walter), Flower Mound, TX; Darci Ewell (Lankford), Dripping Springs, TX; Laura Roeser, Menomonie, WI; Donna Anderson (Clarke), Marshall, AR; Frankie Hendron (Patrick Maxwell), Black Hawk, CO; DeWyn Avey (Brian), Fairfield Bay, AR; 27 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Darla&nbsp;is preceded in death by her husband James Furrer and parents Arthur and Frances Miller.

Graveside and Celebration of Life Service will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Alma, KS on December 21st, 2021 at 11 a.m. Arrangements for service by Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, KS.

Darla was born February 20, 1941 in Alma, Kansas to Arthur and Frances (Heustis) Miller.She is survived by her brothers: JayDee Miller (Marie), McFarland, KS; Brent Miller (Amy Bandel), Alma, KS; Craig Miller (Pam), Topeka, KS; and sisters: Mimi Smith (Clete Linenberger), Topeka, KS; Merti Ricter (Nick Reilly), Topeka, KS; Sons: Damon Johnson (Jolene), Topeka, KS; Dylan Johnson (Vicki Meinhardt), Omaha, NE; and daughters: Decho Bailey (Walter), Flower Mound, TX; Darci Ewell (Lankford), Dripping Springs, TX; Laura Roeser, Menomonie, WI; Donna Anderson (Clarke), Marshall, AR; Frankie Hendron (Patrick Maxwell), Black Hawk, CO; DeWyn Avey (Brian), Fairfield Bay, AR; 27 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Darla&nbsp;is preceded in death by her husband James Furrer and parents Arthur and Frances Miller. Graveside and Celebration of Life Service will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Alma, KS on December 21st, 2021 at 11 a.m. Arrangements for service by Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, KS.

Darla Lea (Miller) Furrer

Dale James Leary, 53, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Wednesday (December 8, 2021) at his home.

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

Graveside inurnment with Military Honors at Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley will be announced.

Dale James Leary, 53, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Wednesday (December 8, 2021) at his home.Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, Kansas.Graveside inurnment with Military Honors at Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley will be announced.

Dale James Leary

Angela Rose Day, 49, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Cremation will take place. A public visitation will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2021, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 N. Washington Street. Private inurnment will take place at Milford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to be given to her grandson Luke c/o Exchange Bank in Junction City. Angela was born September 20, 1972, in Topeka, KS the daughter of Dennis and Sharon (Reves) Straub. Angela attended Junction City High School. She graduated from Stratford Career Institute. Angela formerly owned and operated Rose's Bakery in Junction City. She enjoyed spending time at Milford Lake. She also worked as a camp host at the lake. She enjoyed spending time with her family and spending time with her grandson Luke. Her friends always referred to her as a very generous and giving person. If there was ever extra food or supplies in the home, she always donated it to someone in need. She married Thomas E. "Cookie" Day. He passed away August 17, 2021. Survivors include one son, William Day of Junction City, KS; two daughters, Christine Heindel and her husband Jos (Jos in-law) and Caitlyn Day who both reside in Junction City, KS; one grandson, Luke Lipa Mendoza and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Thomas.

Angela Rose Day, 49, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Cremation will take place. A public visitation will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2021, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 N. Washington Street. Private inurnment will take place at Milford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to be given to her grandson Luke c/o Exchange Bank in Junction City. Angela was born September 20, 1972, in Topeka, KS the daughter of Dennis and Sharon (Reves) Straub. Angela attended Junction City High School. She graduated from Stratford Career Institute. Angela formerly owned and operated Rose's Bakery in Junction City. She enjoyed spending time at Milford Lake. She also worked as a camp host at the lake. She enjoyed spending time with her family and spending time with her grandson Luke. Her friends always referred to her as a very generous and giving person. If there was ever extra food or supplies in the home, she always donated it to someone in need. She married Thomas E. "Cookie" Day. He passed away August 17, 2021. Survivors include one son, William Day of Junction City, KS; two daughters, Christine Heindel and her husband Jos (Jos in-law) and Caitlyn Day who both reside in Junction City, KS; one grandson, Luke Lipa Mendoza and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Thomas.

Angela Rose Day

Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, December 30, 2021&nbsp; from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church.

Service:&nbsp; Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church.

A full obituary will appear soon&nbsp; in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.

Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, December 30, 2021&nbsp; from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church.Service:&nbsp; Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church.A full obituary will appear soon&nbsp; in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.

Donna Lou Schmutz - 1929 - 2021

Hubert Lee Kirkpatrick, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center in Enterprise, KS.&nbsp; A visitation will be held Wednesday, December 22, 2021, from 9:30&nbsp; to 10:30 a.m. at Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions. A graveside service will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Alzheimer's Association and First Christian Church in Junction City, KS. Hubert was born January 9, 1942, in Junction City, KS the son of Glenn Euegene and Myrtle Veneta (Koepcke) Kirkpatrick. Hubert graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1960. Hubert spent most of his life farming in Geary County. He also spent time helping his father with construction work in the area. Later he worked at Fort Riley as a maintenance worker and Exide Battery Company. Prior to his retirement in September 2005, he worked as a plumber for Construction Industry Laborers. Hubert belonged to the Elk's Lodge #1037 in Junction City, KS. During is farming career, he won the "outstanding young farmer" award. Over the years, he spent a lot time volunteering with 4-H. He married Norma Jean Wayne. They were married for forty one years. She passed away December 9, 2003. Survivors include one brother, Robert Wayne Kirkpatrick of TX; two sisters, Kathleen Wickham of Pawnee, OK and Barbara Gfeller of Junction City, KS; many nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Randall Kirkpatrick that died September 18, 2021, one daughter Denise and two grandchildren.

Hubert Lee Kirkpatrick, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center in Enterprise, KS.&nbsp; A visitation will be held Wednesday, December 22, 2021, from 9:30&nbsp; to 10:30 a.m. at Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions. A graveside service will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Alzheimer's Association and First Christian Church in Junction City, KS. Hubert was born January 9, 1942, in Junction City, KS the son of Glenn Euegene and Myrtle Veneta (Koepcke) Kirkpatrick. Hubert graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1960. Hubert spent most of his life farming in Geary County. He also spent time helping his father with construction work in the area. Later he worked at Fort Riley as a maintenance worker and Exide Battery Company. Prior to his retirement in September 2005, he worked as a plumber for Construction Industry Laborers. Hubert belonged to the Elk's Lodge #1037 in Junction City, KS. During is farming career, he won the "outstanding young farmer" award. Over the years, he spent a lot time volunteering with 4-H. He married Norma Jean Wayne. They were married for forty one years. She passed away December 9, 2003. Survivors include one brother, Robert Wayne Kirkpatrick of TX; two sisters, Kathleen Wickham of Pawnee, OK and Barbara Gfeller of Junction City, KS; many nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Randall Kirkpatrick that died September 18, 2021, one daughter Denise and two grandchildren.

Hubert Lee Kirkpatrick

Aurelio Mario Goburn, Sr. 68, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at the Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal M.I. Church with Brother Hector Franco officiating. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Monday, December 20, 2021 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow the funeral service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Aurelio was born January 21, 1953, in Colón, Canal Zone, Panama the son of Eric and Rosa (Williams) Goburn. Mr. Goburn served in the United States Marine Corp. After his military career he worked as a security supervisor at Fort Riley, KS. Aurelio was a faithful member of the Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal M.I. Church where attended every Sunday. He loved attending bible studies with his wife Marianela and daughter Amaryllis. He also enjoyed riding his bike, jogging, spending time with his grandchildren, singing "Levanto Las Manos" and reading the Holy Bible. Aurelio left a legacy of love, faith in God and Family unity. Survivors include his wife Marianela of the home in Junction City, KS; three sons, Aurelio Mario Goburn, Jr. of San Antonio, TX, Anel Mario Goburn of Junction City, KS and Alexander Goburn of Landstuhl, Germany; two daughters, Amaryllis Argelis Goburn and Anais Yoidet Goburn both of Junction City, KS; five grandchildren, Mariela Rose Brown, Marianela Lavette Nix, Joseph Mario Goburn, Anel Goburn, Jr. and soon to be born Aurelio Legacy Goburn.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Aurelio Mario Goburn, Sr. 68, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at the Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal M.I. Church with Brother Hector Franco officiating. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Monday, December 20, 2021 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow the funeral service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Aurelio was born January 21, 1953, in Colón, Canal Zone, Panama the son of Eric and Rosa (Williams) Goburn. Mr. Goburn served in the United States Marine Corp. After his military career he worked as a security supervisor at Fort Riley, KS. Aurelio was a faithful member of the Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal M.I. Church where attended every Sunday. He loved attending bible studies with his wife Marianela and daughter Amaryllis. He also enjoyed riding his bike, jogging, spending time with his grandchildren, singing "Levanto Las Manos" and reading the Holy Bible. Aurelio left a legacy of love, faith in God and Family unity. Survivors include his wife Marianela of the home in Junction City, KS; three sons, Aurelio Mario Goburn, Jr. of San Antonio, TX, Anel Mario Goburn of Junction City, KS and Alexander Goburn of Landstuhl, Germany; two daughters, Amaryllis Argelis Goburn and Anais Yoidet Goburn both of Junction City, KS; five grandchildren, Mariela Rose Brown, Marianela Lavette Nix, Joseph Mario Goburn, Anel Goburn, Jr. and soon to be born Aurelio Legacy Goburn.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Aurelio Mario Goburn

Wayne John Young passed away peacefully on December 14, 2021 from complications due to dementia.

Wayne was born in Clay Center, KS on July 17, 1941 to George and Myrtle Marie Young.&nbsp;

Wayne attended Pittsburgh State University in Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; Here he played football for the Gorillas and was a proud member of the 1961 NAIA National Championship team that won the Camilla Bowl.&nbsp; He earned a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in mathematics and was a member of the Army ROTC.&nbsp; Here he met the love of his life, Kathy, when she was walking through the student union. &nbsp;&nbsp;They were married on July 26, 1964 in Newton, KS.

They moved to Colorado Springs, CO later that month, where Wayne was an Officer in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Ent AFB.&nbsp; He went on to have a 37 year career with Kaman Sciences and served as Weapons Research Analyst Program Manager, holding a Top Secret Security clearance.&nbsp; &nbsp;In 1979, Wayne earned an MBA from the University of Colorado.&nbsp;

After retiring in 2003, Wayne and Kathy built their dream home and moved to Estes Park, CO.&nbsp;&nbsp; They loved hiking in the national park and watching the wildlife.&nbsp; Wayne was thrilled to coach middle school football for several years.&nbsp;

Wayne loved his grandkids, driving fast, and eating nut rolls!&nbsp; He drove his 1901 Oldsmobile in parades in Estes Park, CO, Clay Center, KS, and Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; For his 60th&nbsp;birthday he drove a NASCAR race car 121 mph and commented that it was close to the best experience of his life!&nbsp;

Wayne was proceeded in death by his soulmate of 57 years Kathy and his sister Lois Steed of Plano, TX.&nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his daughter Keri Vik of Estes Park and his son Tyce Young and wife, Crystal of Clay Center, his grandchildren Sadie and Jesse Shull of Estes Park, Lindley Lund of Clay Center, Luke, Carter, and Margot Young of Clay Center, brother- in- laws Gary Steed of Maize, KS, Larry White of Cincinnati, OH, Bruce White of Newton, KS and sister-in-law Donna Kay Lehner of White Rock, NM, as well as many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Clay Center Community High School football program to purchase concussion helmets.

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

Wayne John Young passed away peacefully on December 14, 2021 from complications due to dementia.Wayne was born in Clay Center, KS on July 17, 1941 to George and Myrtle Marie Young.&nbsp;Wayne attended Pittsburgh State University in Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; Here he played football for the Gorillas and was a proud member of the 1961 NAIA National Championship team that won the Camilla Bowl.&nbsp; He earned a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in mathematics and was a member of the Army ROTC.&nbsp; Here he met the love of his life, Kathy, when she was walking through the student union. &nbsp;&nbsp;They were married on July 26, 1964 in Newton, KS.They moved to Colorado Springs, CO later that month, where Wayne was an Officer in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Ent AFB.&nbsp; He went on to have a 37 year career with Kaman Sciences and served as Weapons Research Analyst Program Manager, holding a Top Secret Security clearance.&nbsp; &nbsp;In 1979, Wayne earned an MBA from the University of Colorado.&nbsp;After retiring in 2003, Wayne and Kathy built their dream home and moved to Estes Park, CO.&nbsp;&nbsp; They loved hiking in the national park and watching the wildlife.&nbsp; Wayne was thrilled to coach middle school football for several years.&nbsp;Wayne loved his grandkids, driving fast, and eating nut rolls!&nbsp; He drove his 1901 Oldsmobile in parades in Estes Park, CO, Clay Center, KS, and Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; For his 60th&nbsp;birthday he drove a NASCAR race car 121 mph and commented that it was close to the best experience of his life!&nbsp;Wayne was proceeded in death by his soulmate of 57 years Kathy and his sister Lois Steed of Plano, TX.&nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his daughter Keri Vik of Estes Park and his son Tyce Young and wife, Crystal of Clay Center, his grandchildren Sadie and Jesse Shull of Estes Park, Lindley Lund of Clay Center, Luke, Carter, and Margot Young of Clay Center, brother- in- laws Gary Steed of Maize, KS, Larry White of Cincinnati, OH, Bruce White of Newton, KS and sister-in-law Donna Kay Lehner of White Rock, NM, as well as many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Clay Center Community High School football program to purchase concussion helmets.A public memorial service will be held at a later date. &nbsp;

Wayne John Young

Luella Manning, 89 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Village Manor Nursing Home. She was born September 7, 1932 in Proctor, Missouri, the daughter of James and Katherine (Raines) Richardson. She was united in marriage to Kellie Manning in 1949. He preceded her in death in 1997.

 Luella is survived by her daughter, Mary Stohs and husband Leroy of Rosenberg, Texas. Nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren and a half brother, Thomas Richardson. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kellie and one son, Robert L. Manning.

Graveside services for Luella will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 17, 2021 at Roselawn Cemetery in Salina. Family suggests memorials be given to Hospice of Dickinson County or to Village Manor Nursing Home. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Luella Manning, 89 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Village Manor Nursing Home. She was born September 7, 1932 in Proctor, Missouri, the daughter of James and Katherine (Raines) Richardson. She was united in marriage to Kellie Manning in 1949. He preceded her in death in 1997. Luella is survived by her daughter, Mary Stohs and husband Leroy of Rosenberg, Texas. Nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren and a half brother, Thomas Richardson. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kellie and one son, Robert L. Manning.Graveside services for Luella will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 17, 2021 at Roselawn Cemetery in Salina. Family suggests memorials be given to Hospice of Dickinson County or to Village Manor Nursing Home. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Luella Manning

Lisa Pinnick Herrs, age 57, of Manhattan, died December 14, 2021, at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. She was born January 7, 1964. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, December 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. The full obituary will be posted at a later date.

Lisa Pinnick Herrs, age 57, of Manhattan, died December 14, 2021, at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. She was born January 7, 1964. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, December 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. The full obituary will be posted at a later date.

Lisa Pinnick Herrs

David “Larry” Schall, age 85, of Wamego, Kansas died November 25, 2021, in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on November 19, 1936, in Manhattan, KS the son of Jesse M. and Amanda Schall and was a member of the Manhattan High School class of 1954. Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Army and had served in Korea and Germany. His interests revolved around cars, car clubs and the auto dealerships that he spent time working at in his younger days. He was a charter member of the Oakland-Pontiac Worldwide car club and held memberships in numerous car clubs over the years. His first word as a child was “car”, so it would be the obvious career path to follow. For 27 years he taught the automotive trade, retiring in 1998 from Kaw Area Technical School in Topeka. After much traveling, and many car shows, he spent later years as an Antique Auto Appraiser. As a car enthusiast he was delighted when the Midwest Dream Car Collection opened in 2019. Larry immediately volunteered on the research team and served as a Docent and member of the Collection Advisory Board. He also loved researching automotive history and presented at several of the museum’s monthly car “Tread Talks” and volunteer training sessions. Larry married Latreva Knapp Litle on November 19, 2005, in Wamego. She survives of the home. Other family include a stepson: Phil Litle in K.C. area, several cousins, in-laws, and many school and car friends. A memorial reception in honor of Larry will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 19, 2021, at the Midwest Dream Car Collection, 3007 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66503. A classic car cruise up highway 24 will be held next spring in honor of Larry. A memorial has been established with the Midwest Dream Car Collection to support their youth programs and activities. If you wish to contribute, please make checks payable to The Museum of Automotive Icons, Inc., 3007 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66503. Contributions may be left at the museum or in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

David “Larry” Schall, age 85, of Wamego, Kansas died November 25, 2021, in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on November 19, 1936, in Manhattan, KS the son of Jesse M. and Amanda Schall and was a member of the Manhattan High School class of 1954. Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Army and had served in Korea and Germany. His interests revolved around cars, car clubs and the auto dealerships that he spent time working at in his younger days. He was a charter member of the Oakland-Pontiac Worldwide car club and held memberships in numerous car clubs over the years. His first word as a child was “car”, so it would be the obvious career path to follow. For 27 years he taught the automotive trade, retiring in 1998 from Kaw Area Technical School in Topeka. After much traveling, and many car shows, he spent later years as an Antique Auto Appraiser. As a car enthusiast he was delighted when the Midwest Dream Car Collection opened in 2019. Larry immediately volunteered on the research team and served as a Docent and member of the Collection Advisory Board. He also loved researching automotive history and presented at several of the museum’s monthly car “Tread Talks” and volunteer training sessions. Larry married Latreva Knapp Litle on November 19, 2005, in Wamego. She survives of the home. Other family include a stepson: Phil Litle in K.C. area, several cousins, in-laws, and many school and car friends. A memorial reception in honor of Larry will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 19, 2021, at the Midwest Dream Car Collection, 3007 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66503. A classic car cruise up highway 24 will be held next spring in honor of Larry. A memorial has been established with the Midwest Dream Car Collection to support their youth programs and activities. If you wish to contribute, please make checks payable to The Museum of Automotive Icons, Inc., 3007 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66503. Contributions may be left at the museum or in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

David “Larry” Schall

&nbsp;Dr. Allan D. Holiday, Jr, 64, Junction City, KS, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, Junction City, KS.

&nbsp;Dr. Allan D. Holiday, Jr, 64, Junction City, KS, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, Junction City, KS.

Dr. Allan D. Holiday, Jr,

Dorothy D. Carlyon, 80, Junction City, KS, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to either the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library (230 W. 7th Street, Junction City, KS 66441) or Friends of Animals (P.O. Box 580, Junction City, KS 66441).

Dorothy D. Carlyon, 80, Junction City, KS, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to either the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library (230 W. 7th Street, Junction City, KS 66441) or Friends of Animals (P.O. Box 580, Junction City, KS 66441).

Dorothy D. Carlyon

Sondra Marlene Rookstool, age 84, died December 14, 2021, in Clay Center, Kansas. She was born January 9, 1937, to Ivan and Doris (Haas) Bandy. Sondra grew up in Vining, KS and later moved to the Clay Center area. She married Samuel Rookstool on June 22, 1963. He survives of the home. Sondra worked as a certified nursing assistant but spent most of her time being a great wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to read, sew, garden, and cook. She raised chickens for many years and loved her cats. Sondra had a way of telling jokes. She would often laugh in the middle of her joke, which always made the joke even more funny. Sondra was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Claudia Greathouse and Patricia Cornett; sons, Jim Cornett and Shane Rookstool and sister, Sharon Mains

Husband: Samuel Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Linda (Paul) Olson of Concordia, KS

Son: Robert (Lisa) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

Son: Shawn (Amanda) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

21 Grandchildren and 20 Great Grandchildren

Funeral Services:&nbsp;December 17, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KS

Services will live stream on the Clay Center Wesleyan Church website.&nbsp; https://claycenterwesleyan.com/watch-live/

Visitation:&nbsp;Thursday, December 16, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Meadowlark Hospice or Clay Center Wesleyan Church c/o the funeral home

Sondra Marlene Rookstool, age 84, died December 14, 2021, in Clay Center, Kansas. She was born January 9, 1937, to Ivan and Doris (Haas) Bandy. Sondra grew up in Vining, KS and later moved to the Clay Center area. She married Samuel Rookstool on June 22, 1963. He survives of the home. Sondra worked as a certified nursing assistant but spent most of her time being a great wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to read, sew, garden, and cook. She raised chickens for many years and loved her cats. Sondra had a way of telling jokes. She would often laugh in the middle of her joke, which always made the joke even more funny. Sondra was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Claudia Greathouse and Patricia Cornett; sons, Jim Cornett and Shane Rookstool and sister, Sharon MainsSurvivors:Husband: Samuel Rookstool of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Linda (Paul) Olson of Concordia, KSSon: Robert (Lisa) Rookstool of Clay Center, KSSon: Shawn (Amanda) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS21 Grandchildren and 20 Great GrandchildrenFuneral Services:&nbsp;December 17, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KSServices will live stream on the Clay Center Wesleyan Church website.&nbsp; https://claycenterwesleyan.com/watch-live/Visitation:&nbsp;Thursday, December 16, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Meadowlark Hospice or Clay Center Wesleyan Church c/o the funeral home

Sondra Marlene Rookstool

Sherri Rae Kohman, 68 of Abilene, KS, entered into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at St. John's Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma after battling COVID-19 for several weeks. She was born June 9, 1953 in Satanta, KS the daughter of Gale and Betty Jo (Unger) Young. She graduated from Satanta High School and received her BS in Nursing from Kansas Wesleyan University. Sherri worked for Hospice of Dickinson County for almost ten years and Abilene Memorial Hospital in the Rose Unit. When you think of Sherri the words compassion, sweetness, friendship, and love come to mind. She had a sweet spirit and loved well. She lived her life for Jesus and strived to live it under His direction. If you had the chance to meet Sherri, then you got to experience the hands and feet of Jesus. Her love for God was second to none and she loved to serve those around her. Sherri would stop and pray with you and she always had a way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the room. She loved being a mother and grandmother more than anything. She was a stay-at-home mom until her children went to school. In her mid 40’s while still raising her family Sherri completed her BSN in nursing. She would go on to work in several nursing positions, working several years as a home health and hospice nurse taking care of patients and families in their end of life journey. When Sherri was not working, she loved her grandkids and could be found anywhere across the state of Kansas at the homes of her children spending time with the Grands. In retirement, Sherri had also taken on the volunteer position of Director of meals on wheels in Abilene. She so loved delivering meals and serving the clients with a smile. Sherri has finished the race with endurance. We can hear the words of the Father, “Well done my good and faithful servant”. In honor of Sherri’s legacy, do something kind for someone each day! Sherri is survived by her husband, Kenneth Kohman of the home, mother Betty Jo Young Satanta, KS, sister Gaila Ross (Perry) Satanta, KS, and brother in law Dennis Kohman Topeka, KS, her children Micah Wood (Bethany), Satanta, KS, Caleb Wood (Julie), Edgerton, KS, Nathan Wood (Shana) Rossville, KS Jacob Wood (Jacqueline) Salina, KS and Rachel Avery (Ben) Tipton, KS, Max Kohman (Kristy) Abilene, KS, Robert Kohman (Teri) Abilene, KS, Alisa Crowninshield (Ray) Concordia, KS, and an abundance of grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Services for Sherri will be 10:30 Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the Community Bible Church in Abilene with Pastor Dave Parker officiating. Another service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday December 20, 2021 in Satanta, Kansas at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Phil Tutor officiating. Burial will follow in the Young Family Cemetery. Friends may greet the family from 5:00 pm – 7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home.

 Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Dickinson County, Meals on Wheels, or to the First Southern Baptist Church of Abilene and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sherri Rae Kohman, 68 of Abilene, KS, entered into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at St. John's Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma after battling COVID-19 for several weeks. She was born June 9, 1953 in Satanta, KS the daughter of Gale and Betty Jo (Unger) Young. She graduated from Satanta High School and received her BS in Nursing from Kansas Wesleyan University. Sherri worked for Hospice of Dickinson County for almost ten years and Abilene Memorial Hospital in the Rose Unit. When you think of Sherri the words compassion, sweetness, friendship, and love come to mind. She had a sweet spirit and loved well. She lived her life for Jesus and strived to live it under His direction. If you had the chance to meet Sherri, then you got to experience the hands and feet of Jesus. Her love for God was second to none and she loved to serve those around her. Sherri would stop and pray with you and she always had a way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the room. She loved being a mother and grandmother more than anything. She was a stay-at-home mom until her children went to school. In her mid 40’s while still raising her family Sherri completed her BSN in nursing. She would go on to work in several nursing positions, working several years as a home health and hospice nurse taking care of patients and families in their end of life journey. When Sherri was not working, she loved her grandkids and could be found anywhere across the state of Kansas at the homes of her children spending time with the Grands. In retirement, Sherri had also taken on the volunteer position of Director of meals on wheels in Abilene. She so loved delivering meals and serving the clients with a smile. Sherri has finished the race with endurance. We can hear the words of the Father, “Well done my good and faithful servant”. In honor of Sherri’s legacy, do something kind for someone each day! Sherri is survived by her husband, Kenneth Kohman of the home, mother Betty Jo Young Satanta, KS, sister Gaila Ross (Perry) Satanta, KS, and brother in law Dennis Kohman Topeka, KS, her children Micah Wood (Bethany), Satanta, KS, Caleb Wood (Julie), Edgerton, KS, Nathan Wood (Shana) Rossville, KS Jacob Wood (Jacqueline) Salina, KS and Rachel Avery (Ben) Tipton, KS, Max Kohman (Kristy) Abilene, KS, Robert Kohman (Teri) Abilene, KS, Alisa Crowninshield (Ray) Concordia, KS, and an abundance of grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Services for Sherri will be 10:30 Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the Community Bible Church in Abilene with Pastor Dave Parker officiating. Another service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday December 20, 2021 in Satanta, Kansas at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Phil Tutor officiating. Burial will follow in the Young Family Cemetery. Friends may greet the family from 5:00 pm – 7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Dickinson County, Meals on Wheels, or to the First Southern Baptist Church of Abilene and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sherri Rae Kohman

Complete obituary information is pending at this time in care of the&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

12/17/2021 10:00 a.m. Friday Seven Dolors Catholic Church Juliette and Pierre Streets Manhattan, Kansas 66502

Interment will follow the services at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan

Complete obituary information is pending at this time in care of the&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Mass of&nbsp; Chistian Burial12/17/2021 10:00 a.m. Friday Seven Dolors Catholic Church Juliette and Pierre Streets Manhattan, Kansas 66502 Interment will follow the services at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan

Kenni Cantu

Sharon Louise Jensen, age 78, a longtime Manhattan resident, died December 12, 2021, in Tonganoxie. She was born January 28, 1943, in Shelbina, Missouri, the daughter of Jesse and Anna (Hockaday) Wood. Sharon graduated from Wakefield High School in 1961. She had worked for DK Donuts in Manhattan and was a CNA and CMA for 30 plus years. Sharon attended the First United Methodist Church when in Manhattan with her parents. She enjoyed going to the casino, crocheting, fishing, drawing and art work, gardening and spoiling her pets. Survivors include her five children: James McKenzie (Annie) of McLouth, KS, Lorie McKenzie-Miller (Douglas) of Manhattan, Angie McKenzie-Perez (John) of Kansas City, KS, Paula McKenzie-Davis (Jeff) of St. George, KS, and Mary Ferguson-Greco (Angelo) of Tonganoxie, KS; grandchildren: Courtney Jean Owens, Christopher, Jesse and Dakota Webber, Andrew McKenzie, John Perez III, Kaci Jo Davis-Willingham, Timothy Davis, Alexandra Davis-Schlegel, McKenzie Davis, Haylee Greco, Abigail Greco and Natalena Fritz-Greco; and 13 great-grandchildren. Sharon was preceded in death by her father, her mother and step-father Anna and Samuel Petty, and her brother James Wood. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, December 17th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Melanie Nord officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Sharon Louise Jensen, age 78, a longtime Manhattan resident, died December 12, 2021, in Tonganoxie. She was born January 28, 1943, in Shelbina, Missouri, the daughter of Jesse and Anna (Hockaday) Wood. Sharon graduated from Wakefield High School in 1961. She had worked for DK Donuts in Manhattan and was a CNA and CMA for 30 plus years. Sharon attended the First United Methodist Church when in Manhattan with her parents. She enjoyed going to the casino, crocheting, fishing, drawing and art work, gardening and spoiling her pets. Survivors include her five children: James McKenzie (Annie) of McLouth, KS, Lorie McKenzie-Miller (Douglas) of Manhattan, Angie McKenzie-Perez (John) of Kansas City, KS, Paula McKenzie-Davis (Jeff) of St. George, KS, and Mary Ferguson-Greco (Angelo) of Tonganoxie, KS; grandchildren: Courtney Jean Owens, Christopher, Jesse and Dakota Webber, Andrew McKenzie, John Perez III, Kaci Jo Davis-Willingham, Timothy Davis, Alexandra Davis-Schlegel, McKenzie Davis, Haylee Greco, Abigail Greco and Natalena Fritz-Greco; and 13 great-grandchildren. Sharon was preceded in death by her father, her mother and step-father Anna and Samuel Petty, and her brother James Wood. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, December 17th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Melanie Nord officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Sharon Louise Jensen

Lawrence Parish passed away December 9, 2021 at the age of 71. After his service in the Marine Corps, he graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. He then went on to work for the Parks Service and then as an EMT. He is survived by his wife, his son and his sister. Services will be announced at a later date by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lawrence Parish passed away December 9, 2021 at the age of 71. After his service in the Marine Corps, he graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. He then went on to work for the Parks Service and then as an EMT. He is survived by his wife, his son and his sister. Services will be announced at a later date by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lawrence Parish 

Anna Wihelmina Gehrt, 93, of Paxico, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka. She was a member of the community since 1949.

Anna was born on April 27, 1928, in rural Sabetha, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Louise (Bauerle) Ackerman. She attended local schools in Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High School. She then took a 6-week business course in Topeka.

Anna married Arthur Gehrt on May 8, 1949, in Sabetha. He preceded her in death on March 29, 2005.

Anna was a farm wife and homemaker. She was an active partner in the family dairy and farming operation north of Paxico. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, where she was a member of the Ladies Aid Society and taught Sunday School. She was a past 4-H Leader. She enjoyed bird watching and in her younger years, square dancing. Anna’s family was very important to her, and she loved spending time with them, especially with her grand and great-grandchildren.

Anna is survived by her daughter, Joyce Heigert (Tom), Paxico; her grandchildren, Michelle Stuhlsatz (David), Paxico, Lisa Boetel (Kieth), Omaha, Nebraska, Lori Dickman, Hays, Anthony Heigert (Amber), Paxico, and Michael Heigert (Heather), Manhattan; her sister, Julia Jackson (Joe), Topeka and her brother, Robert Ackerman (Alma), Seneca; nineteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Anna was also preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Twila Johnson, Wilma Jean Thompson, and George Ackerman.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in McFarland. Anna will lie-in-state, Friday, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The family will greet friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.. They suggest memorial contributions to Midland Hospice House or Trinity Lutheran Church, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Anna Wihelmina Gehrt, 93, of Paxico, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka. She was a member of the community since 1949.Anna was born on April 27, 1928, in rural Sabetha, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Louise (Bauerle) Ackerman. She attended local schools in Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High School. She then took a 6-week business course in Topeka.Anna married Arthur Gehrt on May 8, 1949, in Sabetha. He preceded her in death on March 29, 2005.Anna was a farm wife and homemaker. She was an active partner in the family dairy and farming operation north of Paxico. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, where she was a member of the Ladies Aid Society and taught Sunday School. She was a past 4-H Leader. She enjoyed bird watching and in her younger years, square dancing. Anna’s family was very important to her, and she loved spending time with them, especially with her grand and great-grandchildren.Anna is survived by her daughter, Joyce Heigert (Tom), Paxico; her grandchildren, Michelle Stuhlsatz (David), Paxico, Lisa Boetel (Kieth), Omaha, Nebraska, Lori Dickman, Hays, Anthony Heigert (Amber), Paxico, and Michael Heigert (Heather), Manhattan; her sister, Julia Jackson (Joe), Topeka and her brother, Robert Ackerman (Alma), Seneca; nineteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Anna was also preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Twila Johnson, Wilma Jean Thompson, and George Ackerman.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in McFarland. Anna will lie-in-state, Friday, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The family will greet friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.. They suggest memorial contributions to Midland Hospice House or Trinity Lutheran Church, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Anna Wihelmina Gehrt

Barbara Winkler McLain, 85, of Topeka, Kansas, died, Friday, December 10, 2021, at the Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka. She was a long-time resident of the area.

Barbara was born July 9, 1936, in Topeka, KS to Norman and Clara Mueller Winkler. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, KS.

She attended local schools and then began a 27-year career working for the Federal government as a clerk. She was employed by the Kansas National Guard in Topeka, KS, Robbins Air Base, Warner Robbins, GA, and then for the United States Coast Guard in Topeka, KS.

Barbara married William Schott and they were later divorced. She married Fred Berrong and he preceded her in death. Barbara later married Jim McLain. They were divorced.

After she retired, she was active in the Topeka Community as a volunteer and a member of several organizations. She was a member of the Lowman United Methodist Church and was Vice-President of the Lowman Women’s organization. She served on the board of the Topeka National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE). She was a member of the Shepherd’s Center, the Sunflower Sod Stompers, and the Wabaunsee County Historical Society. In the past she volunteered at the Topeka “Old Prairie Town,” and the Wabaunsee County Museum in Alma, KS. She loved to sing and participated in the Lowman Church Choir, sang in several community choirs and the Sweet Adeline’s. She also enjoyed traveling and went on tours to Israel, Russia and Hawaii.

She is survived by her daughter Denise Schott-Malek, Rockford, IL, granddaughter Marly Schott, Chicago, IL, grandson Bryan Malek, Jr., Superior, WI, step-Granddaughter Sophie Gaziano, Rockford, IL, step-daughter-in-law Katheryn Berrong, Jeffersonville, IN, step-grandsons Michael Berrong, Zionsville, IN and Craig Berrong, Louisville, KY, a brother, Alan Winkler and his wife Effa, McFarland, KS and their children, Jeff Winkler, Corinth, TX and Amy Adams, Topeka. She was also preceded in death by her parents, step-son Finney Berrong, and step-grandson Kevin Berrong.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021, at Lowman Methodist Church in Topeka. Pastor Tony Haven will be officiating. A graveside inurnment will follow in McFarland City Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Lowman United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer’s Research Fund, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;

Barbara Winkler McLain, 85, of Topeka, Kansas, died, Friday, December 10, 2021, at the Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka. She was a long-time resident of the area.Barbara was born July 9, 1936, in Topeka, KS to Norman and Clara Mueller Winkler. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, KS.She attended local schools and then began a 27-year career working for the Federal government as a clerk. She was employed by the Kansas National Guard in Topeka, KS, Robbins Air Base, Warner Robbins, GA, and then for the United States Coast Guard in Topeka, KS.Barbara married William Schott and they were later divorced. She married Fred Berrong and he preceded her in death. Barbara later married Jim McLain. They were divorced.After she retired, she was active in the Topeka Community as a volunteer and a member of several organizations. She was a member of the Lowman United Methodist Church and was Vice-President of the Lowman Women’s organization. She served on the board of the Topeka National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE). She was a member of the Shepherd’s Center, the Sunflower Sod Stompers, and the Wabaunsee County Historical Society. In the past she volunteered at the Topeka “Old Prairie Town,” and the Wabaunsee County Museum in Alma, KS. She loved to sing and participated in the Lowman Church Choir, sang in several community choirs and the Sweet Adeline’s. She also enjoyed traveling and went on tours to Israel, Russia and Hawaii.She is survived by her daughter Denise Schott-Malek, Rockford, IL, granddaughter Marly Schott, Chicago, IL, grandson Bryan Malek, Jr., Superior, WI, step-Granddaughter Sophie Gaziano, Rockford, IL, step-daughter-in-law Katheryn Berrong, Jeffersonville, IN, step-grandsons Michael Berrong, Zionsville, IN and Craig Berrong, Louisville, KY, a brother, Alan Winkler and his wife Effa, McFarland, KS and their children, Jeff Winkler, Corinth, TX and Amy Adams, Topeka. She was also preceded in death by her parents, step-son Finney Berrong, and step-grandson Kevin Berrong.A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021, at Lowman Methodist Church in Topeka. Pastor Tony Haven will be officiating. A graveside inurnment will follow in McFarland City Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Lowman United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer’s Research Fund, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;

Barbara Winkler McLain

Bonnette L. “Bonnie” Messmer, 51, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away at 3:20 a.m. on Tuesday November 23, 2021 in her home with her family at her side, following a courageous 3-year-long battle with ALS.

Born January 12, 1970 in Blair, Nebraska,&nbsp; Bonnie was the daughter of Floyd W. and Marilyn Flavell Stewart.&nbsp;She married Kurt M. Messmer on January 16, 1988 in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;

Survivors include her husband, Kurt; a son, Luke M. Messmer (Caitlin Ballou) of Manhattan, KS; a daughter, Mariah L. Reyes (Israel Reyes) of Manhattan, KS; three sisters, Cheri Nikkila of Ord, NE, Carmon Petters of Wayne, NE and Kristy Longe of Bridgewater, SD; two brothers, Dan Stewart of Lexington, NE and Mike Kellums of Fremont, NE; many nieces and nephews; and her father in law and mother in law,&nbsp; Donald and Sally Messmer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Ron Stewart and Kenny Locker; and a sister, Kathy Kellums-Duvall.

Bonnie earned her Associate Degree in Data Processing and Computer Programming from Central Community College in Grand Island, Nebraska in 1990.&nbsp; After moving to Manhattan in 2003, Bonnie was employed with Century Business Systems until leaving to work in the Statistics Department at Kansas State University as an Office Manager.&nbsp; She retired due to her health in June of 2019.

&nbsp;Bonnie found great joy caring and providing for highschool and college-age students. She and Kurt hosted International Students through Helping International Students (HIS) at Kansas State. She claimed many "adopted"&nbsp;children throughout the globe who number far too many to list here; however, a few are Kessinnee Chitakasempornkul of Thailand, Anthony Lafourt of Belgium, Oscar Hedlöf of Sweden, and Marilyn Nitto of Japan. Bonnie was an avid Harry Potter fan, an accomplished baker, and a cook who delighted in providing feasts for her many children, adopted and natural.

Bonnie fought bravely after being diagnosed with ALS in October of 2018 and took part in the NurOwn ALS study trial program at the Mayo Clinic. A great source of joy for her during this time was her service dog, a golden retriever named Rosi, who while in Bonnie’s care also had a litter of her own.

Bonnie was the consummate mother, whose greatest joy in life was caring for those around her whether they asked for it or not. Her infectiously positive attitude and generous loving heart will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

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

A life celebration service is planned for Saturday (January 15, 2022) at 11:00 am at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp; Reverend Kelly Pittman will officiate.

Memorial contributions are requested to the ALS Association and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Bonnette L. “Bonnie” Messmer, 51, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away at 3:20 a.m. on Tuesday November 23, 2021 in her home with her family at her side, following a courageous 3-year-long battle with ALS.Born January 12, 1970 in Blair, Nebraska,&nbsp; Bonnie was the daughter of Floyd W. and Marilyn Flavell Stewart.&nbsp;She married Kurt M. Messmer on January 16, 1988 in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Kurt; a son, Luke M. Messmer (Caitlin Ballou) of Manhattan, KS; a daughter, Mariah L. Reyes (Israel Reyes) of Manhattan, KS; three sisters, Cheri Nikkila of Ord, NE, Carmon Petters of Wayne, NE and Kristy Longe of Bridgewater, SD; two brothers, Dan Stewart of Lexington, NE and Mike Kellums of Fremont, NE; many nieces and nephews; and her father in law and mother in law,&nbsp; Donald and Sally Messmer.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Ron Stewart and Kenny Locker; and a sister, Kathy Kellums-Duvall.Bonnie earned her Associate Degree in Data Processing and Computer Programming from Central Community College in Grand Island, Nebraska in 1990.&nbsp; After moving to Manhattan in 2003, Bonnie was employed with Century Business Systems until leaving to work in the Statistics Department at Kansas State University as an Office Manager.&nbsp; She retired due to her health in June of 2019.&nbsp;Bonnie found great joy caring and providing for highschool and college-age students. She and Kurt hosted International Students through Helping International Students (HIS) at Kansas State. She claimed many "adopted"&nbsp;children throughout the globe who number far too many to list here; however, a few are Kessinnee Chitakasempornkul of Thailand, Anthony Lafourt of Belgium, Oscar Hedlöf of Sweden, and Marilyn Nitto of Japan. Bonnie was an avid Harry Potter fan, an accomplished baker, and a cook who delighted in providing feasts for her many children, adopted and natural.Bonnie fought bravely after being diagnosed with ALS in October of 2018 and took part in the NurOwn ALS study trial program at the Mayo Clinic. A great source of joy for her during this time was her service dog, a golden retriever named Rosi, who while in Bonnie’s care also had a litter of her own.Bonnie was the consummate mother, whose greatest joy in life was caring for those around her whether they asked for it or not. Her infectiously positive attitude and generous loving heart will be sorely missed by all who knew her.Cremation arrangements are in the care of the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.A life celebration service is planned for Saturday (January 15, 2022) at 11:00 am at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp; Reverend Kelly Pittman will officiate.Memorial contributions are requested to the ALS Association and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Bonnette L. “Bonnie” Messmer

Martha Ann Parry, 78, of Alma, Kansas, formerly of Benton, Kansas, died Sunday, November 7, 2021 in her home.

Born March 13, 1943 in Wichita, Kansas, Martha was the daughter of Walter and Alma Phares Duncan. She was united in marriage to Robert E. Parry on August 28, 1965 at Naval Air Station Barber's Point, Hawaii. He preceded her in death on August 31, 2020.

A longtime resident of Benton, Kansas, Martha recently moved to Alma to be near family. She was a member of Chapel Hill Fellowship Church in Wichita where she enjoyed singing in the choir. She also enjoyed cross-stitching, solving crossword puzzles and studying Civil War history, but her greatest joy was being with her grandchildren and following their activities.

Martha stayed at home to raise her family. She later was the City Clerk for Benton, Kansas and an assistant Librarian for Benton Elementary School.

Survivors include two sons, Douglas R. Parry (Jeanne) of Paxico, KS and Daryn R. Parry (Andrea Haines) of Borger, TX; five grandchildren, Lanson Parry, Rhett Parry, Gage Parry, Gavin Parry and Grant Parry; a brother, Gerald Duncan (Janet) of Girard, KS; a sister in law, Pat Grove (Don) of El Dorado, KS; and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Parry was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; a brother, R. J. Duncan; and a nephew, Brandon Duncan.

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

Graveside inurnment services will be held Saturday afternoon (December 18, 2021) at the Benton Cemetery in Benton, Kansas with Pastor Jeff Gannon officiating.

The family will meet with friends following the service at the Benton Community Building.

Memorials may be made to Chapel Hill Fellowship or the American Diabetes Association and can be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Martha Ann Parry, 78, of Alma, Kansas, formerly of Benton, Kansas, died Sunday, November 7, 2021 in her home.Born March 13, 1943 in Wichita, Kansas, Martha was the daughter of Walter and Alma Phares Duncan. She was united in marriage to Robert E. Parry on August 28, 1965 at Naval Air Station Barber's Point, Hawaii. He preceded her in death on August 31, 2020.A longtime resident of Benton, Kansas, Martha recently moved to Alma to be near family. She was a member of Chapel Hill Fellowship Church in Wichita where she enjoyed singing in the choir. She also enjoyed cross-stitching, solving crossword puzzles and studying Civil War history, but her greatest joy was being with her grandchildren and following their activities.Martha stayed at home to raise her family. She later was the City Clerk for Benton, Kansas and an assistant Librarian for Benton Elementary School.Survivors include two sons, Douglas R. Parry (Jeanne) of Paxico, KS and Daryn R. Parry (Andrea Haines) of Borger, TX; five grandchildren, Lanson Parry, Rhett Parry, Gage Parry, Gavin Parry and Grant Parry; a brother, Gerald Duncan (Janet) of Girard, KS; a sister in law, Pat Grove (Don) of El Dorado, KS; and several nieces and nephews.Mrs. Parry was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; a brother, R. J. Duncan; and a nephew, Brandon Duncan.Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Alma.Graveside inurnment services will be held Saturday afternoon (December 18, 2021) at the Benton Cemetery in Benton, Kansas with Pastor Jeff Gannon officiating.The family will meet with friends following the service at the Benton Community Building.Memorials may be made to Chapel Hill Fellowship or the American Diabetes Association and can be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

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