Bobby E. Cooper, age 84, of Alta Vista, Kansas, died Saturday June 19, 2021 at the Kansas University Health System in Kansas City. He was born on February 28, 1937 in Manhattan, Kansas, the son of Hugh and Pearl (Larsen) Cooper. As a youth his family moved to Lincoln, Kansas. He grew up in the Lincoln area and graduated with the class of 1955 of Lincoln High School. Bobby served in the United States Navy for 3 years, then after his service time he was a member of the National Guard. He was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, the Eagles Lodge and the 40/8 Club. On August 27, 1961 in Rural Lincoln County, Kansas he was united in marriage to Carol Wacker. She survives at their home in Alta Vista. Bobby enjoyed being outdoors and fishing as often as he could. He always loved to be out in his shop tinkering and fixing anything people would bring to him. If something couldn’t be fixed, he would tell you. He loved going uptown in Alta Vista and having coffee and sharing stories with the group every morning. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Velma Bennett, Pauline Quartaro, Mary Lou Sutton, and also 3 sisters in infancy. In addition to his wife Carol, he is survived by his children, Sheila Brown (Roger), Barry Cooper, and Karl Cooper, all of Alta Vista. His sister, Ila Smith (Bob) of Lincoln, Kansas; and also, his six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family will greet friends during a Celebration Gathering on Saturday June 26, 2021 from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. In memory of Bobby the family ask that you come in casual attire. Private burial will be at a later date in Lincoln. Memorial contributions in memory of Bobby are suggested to the 40/8 Nursing Program. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bobby E. Cooper, age 84, of Alta Vista, Kansas, died Saturday June 19, 2021 at the Kansas University Health System in Kansas City. He was born on February 28, 1937 in Manhattan, Kansas, the son of Hugh and Pearl (Larsen) Cooper. As a youth his family moved to Lincoln, Kansas. He grew up in the Lincoln area and graduated with the class of 1955 of Lincoln High School. Bobby served in the United States Navy for 3 years, then after his service time he was a member of the National Guard. He was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, the Eagles Lodge and the 40/8 Club. On August 27, 1961 in Rural Lincoln County, Kansas he was united in marriage to Carol Wacker. She survives at their home in Alta Vista. Bobby enjoyed being outdoors and fishing as often as he could. He always loved to be out in his shop tinkering and fixing anything people would bring to him. If something couldn’t be fixed, he would tell you. He loved going uptown in Alta Vista and having coffee and sharing stories with the group every morning. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Velma Bennett, Pauline Quartaro, Mary Lou Sutton, and also 3 sisters in infancy. In addition to his wife Carol, he is survived by his children, Sheila Brown (Roger), Barry Cooper, and Karl Cooper, all of Alta Vista. His sister, Ila Smith (Bob) of Lincoln, Kansas; and also, his six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family will greet friends during a Celebration Gathering on Saturday June 26, 2021 from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. In memory of Bobby the family ask that you come in casual attire. Private burial will be at a later date in Lincoln. Memorial contributions in memory of Bobby are suggested to the 40/8 Nursing Program. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bobby E. Cooper

Kay Marie Blattner, 65, passed away June 21, 2021 while visiting family in Columbus, OH. Kay was born on June 19, 1956 in Larned, KS, the daughter of Calvin and Lois Wimberly Blattner and was raised in Rozel, Kansas. On October 25, 1991 she gave birth to a son, Andy, and raised him in Manhattan, Kansas. She worked as a speech-language pathologist for several Kansas schools, providing services to pre-school and elementary-age children. Kay found joy in every part of life and loved to laugh. She had a passion for helping children learn to speak and communicate and impacted countless students in her community. She took every opportunity to spend time with her family and cherished every moment with them. Kay is survived by her son, Andy; his fiancé, Alex Welch, Andy’s father, Rob Young, three sisters, Deb Conover and husband Dana, Columbus, OH; Mary Reasoner and husband Mark, Wichita, and Nancy Lloyd and husband Michael, Arkansas; one brother, Tom Blattner and wife Vernez, Kansas City; one sister in law, Teresa, Wichita; three nieces, Carrie Browning and husband Chad and children Corbin and Cate, Amanda Blattner, Renea Brown and husband Jeff, and ten nephews, Brandon Blattner, Walter Reasoner, Chris Breshears and fiancé Adison, Jarrett Blattner, Jackson Blattner, Thad Lloyd, Isaac Lloyd, Noah Lloyd and wife Katelyn and children Olivia and Owen and Elijah Lloyd. Kay had a giving heart and will be missed by many more family, friends, and former students. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, her brother Matt, and her nephew Cody Conover. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 28, 2021 at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, followed by a gathering with light refreshments at the Little Grill at 6625 Dyer Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502. The service will also be live streamed through the funeral home Facebook page at www.facebook.com/YML.FuneralHome

Kay Marie Blattner, 65, passed away June 21, 2021 while visiting family in Columbus, OH. Kay was born on June 19, 1956 in Larned, KS, the daughter of Calvin and Lois Wimberly Blattner and was raised in Rozel, Kansas. On October 25, 1991 she gave birth to a son, Andy, and raised him in Manhattan, Kansas. She worked as a speech-language pathologist for several Kansas schools, providing services to pre-school and elementary-age children. Kay found joy in every part of life and loved to laugh. She had a passion for helping children learn to speak and communicate and impacted countless students in her community. She took every opportunity to spend time with her family and cherished every moment with them. Kay is survived by her son, Andy; his fiancé, Alex Welch, Andy’s father, Rob Young, three sisters, Deb Conover and husband Dana, Columbus, OH; Mary Reasoner and husband Mark, Wichita, and Nancy Lloyd and husband Michael, Arkansas; one brother, Tom Blattner and wife Vernez, Kansas City; one sister in law, Teresa, Wichita; three nieces, Carrie Browning and husband Chad and children Corbin and Cate, Amanda Blattner, Renea Brown and husband Jeff, and ten nephews, Brandon Blattner, Walter Reasoner, Chris Breshears and fiancé Adison, Jarrett Blattner, Jackson Blattner, Thad Lloyd, Isaac Lloyd, Noah Lloyd and wife Katelyn and children Olivia and Owen and Elijah Lloyd. Kay had a giving heart and will be missed by many more family, friends, and former students. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, her brother Matt, and her nephew Cody Conover. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 28, 2021 at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, followed by a gathering with light refreshments at the Little Grill at 6625 Dyer Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502. The service will also be live streamed through the funeral home Facebook page at www.facebook.com/YML.FuneralHome

Kay Marie Blattner

Sandra Kay (Langley) Reigle, 68, of rural Belvue passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Wellsprings in Westmoreland with family by her side. Sandy fought a courageous 3 1/2 year battle with cancer.

She was born Feb. 8, 1953 in Emporia, the daughter of Wanda (Williams) Langley and Donald Matthew Langley. Sandy was employed by the State Court of Appeals since 1987. She loved the outdoors working in her flower garden, camping, fishing, riding her horse, walking playing and caring for her dog and cats.

Sandy is survived by her husband Rick Reigle of rural Belvue, her mother Wanda (Williams) Langley of Carbondale, a daughter Roxann Gooden of Lawrence, five grandchildren J.T., Beau, Bret, Shannon, Kenadie and numerous great-grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her father Donald Langley, 2 brothers Darrell Langley and Donnie Langley and her only son Troy Finlay.

Sandy’s wish was to be cremated with no funeral or memorial service. Memorial contributions can be made in Sandy’s name to any animal shelter.

Sandra Kay (Langley) Reigle, 68, of rural Belvue passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Wellsprings in Westmoreland with family by her side. Sandy fought a courageous 3 1/2 year battle with cancer.She was born Feb. 8, 1953 in Emporia, the daughter of Wanda (Williams) Langley and Donald Matthew Langley. Sandy was employed by the State Court of Appeals since 1987. She loved the outdoors working in her flower garden, camping, fishing, riding her horse, walking playing and caring for her dog and cats.Sandy is survived by her husband Rick Reigle of rural Belvue, her mother Wanda (Williams) Langley of Carbondale, a daughter Roxann Gooden of Lawrence, five grandchildren J.T., Beau, Bret, Shannon, Kenadie and numerous great-grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her father Donald Langley, 2 brothers Darrell Langley and Donnie Langley and her only son Troy Finlay.Sandy’s wish was to be cremated with no funeral or memorial service. Memorial contributions can be made in Sandy’s name to any animal shelter.

Sandra Kay (Langley) Reigle

Joyce's life began on September 7th, 1941, in Herington.  She was the daughter of Bernard and Gloy (Shipley) Woosley.  Joyce was a 1959 graduate of Herington High School and attended St. John's Catholic School through 8th grade.  Joyce worked as a baker for Mastan’s Bakery and Catlin’s IGA in Herington and the Hays House in Council Grove before retiring from managing Walmart bakeries.

  She was active in the ladies bowling league in Herington and ran the concession stands at the ballfield for several years.  Joyce previously owned the Dutch Lunch Bar for several years, as well.  She enjoyed quilting, bingo, and visiting the casino.  Joyce is a parishioner at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Basehor, KS, and was a former parishioner at St. John’s Catholic Church in Herington, KS.

  She is survived by her children Marty (Susan) Kern of Raymore, MO, Suzanne Myers of Salina, Rodney (Renee) Kern of Rocky Ford, CO, and Mark (Cathy) Kern of Winchester; grandchildren Crystal (Alan) Austin, Curtis Trevethan, Cortni (Josh) Jansen, Corey (Nicole) Buhrman, Tricia (TC Holliday) Myers, Tiffany (Brandon Tatro) Myers, Katy (Glynn Tipton) Higby, David Kern, Nikki Davidson, Kris (Alyssa) Kern, Mark Kern, Anna Kern, Mary Kern, Joseph Kern, Christopher Kern, Cecelia Kern, and Monica Kern; great-grandchildren William, Claire, Sophie, Greyson, Aubrey, Natalie, Jaylynn, Nateah, Grayson, Josalynn, Allison, Michael, Makayla, Throttle, Madison, Lincoln, Jackson, Michael, Kaitlyn, Caiden, Clayton, Carson, and Addie and her sister Janice (Mike) Ulferts of MN. 

 Joyce passed on to eternal life peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Jennifer Gerhardt. 

Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, June 27th from 2-4 p.m. at Yazel- Megli Funeral Home.  A rosary will be prayed at 4 p.m.  Joyce's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 28th at 2 p.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church led by Father Peter O’Donnell and Father Richard McDonald.  She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery following the Mass.  Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. John’s Catholic Church.

Joyce's life began on September 7th, 1941, in Herington. She was the daughter of Bernard and Gloy (Shipley) Woosley. Joyce was a 1959 graduate of Herington High School and attended St. John's Catholic School through 8th grade. Joyce worked as a baker for Mastan’s Bakery and Catlin’s IGA in Herington and the Hays House in Council Grove before retiring from managing Walmart bakeries. She was active in the ladies bowling league in Herington and ran the concession stands at the ballfield for several years. Joyce previously owned the Dutch Lunch Bar for several years, as well. She enjoyed quilting, bingo, and visiting the casino. Joyce is a parishioner at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Basehor, KS, and was a former parishioner at St. John’s Catholic Church in Herington, KS. She is survived by her children Marty (Susan) Kern of Raymore, MO, Suzanne Myers of Salina, Rodney (Renee) Kern of Rocky Ford, CO, and Mark (Cathy) Kern of Winchester; grandchildren Crystal (Alan) Austin, Curtis Trevethan, Cortni (Josh) Jansen, Corey (Nicole) Buhrman, Tricia (TC Holliday) Myers, Tiffany (Brandon Tatro) Myers, Katy (Glynn Tipton) Higby, David Kern, Nikki Davidson, Kris (Alyssa) Kern, Mark Kern, Anna Kern, Mary Kern, Joseph Kern, Christopher Kern, Cecelia Kern, and Monica Kern; great-grandchildren William, Claire, Sophie, Greyson, Aubrey, Natalie, Jaylynn, Nateah, Grayson, Josalynn, Allison, Michael, Makayla, Throttle, Madison, Lincoln, Jackson, Michael, Kaitlyn, Caiden, Clayton, Carson, and Addie and her sister Janice (Mike) Ulferts of MN. Joyce passed on to eternal life peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Jennifer Gerhardt. Her family will gather with friends on Sunday, June 27th from 2-4 p.m. at Yazel- Megli Funeral Home. A rosary will be prayed at 4 p.m. Joyce's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 28th at 2 p.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church led by Father Peter O’Donnell and Father Richard McDonald. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery following the Mass. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. John’s Catholic Church.

Joyce Faye (Woosley) Kern - September 7, 1941-June 22, 2021 (age 79)

Funeral services for Jimmy Lee Ebel, age 64, of Abilene, will be 9:00 a.m. Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the Prairiedale Cemetery near Talmage with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. Jim passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at the Salina Regional Medical Center. He was born November 21, 1956 in Abilene the son of Billy Paul and Emma Jean (Sparks) Ebel.&nbsp; Jim worked for Alco for many years before becoming disabled. He served his country in the United States Army. Jim enjoyed woodworking, remodeling homes, shooting pool, was the Bingo Chairman calling out numbers, and playing pool. He was also a member of the Elk’s and the Eagles. He is survived by his brother Bob Ebel of Manakin Sabot, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents Billy and Emma Ebel, sisters Cynthia Baker, Judy Luther, and a brother Kevin Ebel. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the Danner Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Neighbor to Neighbor PO Box 442, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services for Jimmy Lee Ebel, age 64, of Abilene, will be 9:00 a.m. Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the Prairiedale Cemetery near Talmage with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. Jim passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at the Salina Regional Medical Center. He was born November 21, 1956 in Abilene the son of Billy Paul and Emma Jean (Sparks) Ebel.&nbsp; Jim worked for Alco for many years before becoming disabled. He served his country in the United States Army. Jim enjoyed woodworking, remodeling homes, shooting pool, was the Bingo Chairman calling out numbers, and playing pool. He was also a member of the Elk’s and the Eagles. He is survived by his brother Bob Ebel of Manakin Sabot, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents Billy and Emma Ebel, sisters Cynthia Baker, Judy Luther, and a brother Kevin Ebel. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the Danner Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Neighbor to Neighbor PO Box 442, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jimmy Lee Ebel

Frances Holcombe, age 96, of Manhattan, KS and Texarkana, TX, died Monday June 21, 2021. She was born in Fordyce, Arkansas, to her parents, Carmile and Louis L. Ramsay. She had two brothers, Louis L. Ramsay, Jr. and Rodney Ramsay. Frances attended Fordyce High School and was a member of the National Honor Society. She attended Arkansas State Teachers College, now University of Central Arkansas. Frances married James Thomas Holcombe in 1946. He had served in WWII as a Master Sergeant in the European theater. He was captured by the Germans and released at the end of the war, returning to Arkansas where he became an Arkansas State Police Trooper. He preceded her in death on December 31, 1987. They were blessed with two children, Jeri Lynn Ragan and Thomas Hayden Holcombe. Frances started her teaching career in the Texarkana Arkansas Public Schools and while teaching returned to college to receive her Master’s Degree in Special Education. After 10 years in the public schools she started the Texarkana Special Education Kindergarten with six special needs children. Under her guidance the kindergarten has grown into what today is Opportunities, Inc., serving more than 800 special needs children and adults. She was the program director there for 40 years. Frances served on the Texarkana Beautiful Board, the Texarkana Friends of the Library Board, and was President of the Altrusa Club. In 2014, she was honored by the City of Texarkana with the Frances Holcombe Day! She had many, many friends in Texarkana with whom she worked and with whom she traveled to Europe and the United States. These friends always held a special place in her heart. She retired at the age of 75, and in October 2014, she moved from Texarkana to Manhattan, KS, and Meadowlark Hills. She was an Ambassador at Meadowlark and in 2018, she received the Margaret Wheat Spirit of Meadowlark Award. After moving into her duplex she added a screened in porch for she and her many friends to enjoy while discussing the worlds’ problems. Frances is survived by her daughter, Jeri Lynn Ragan and her husband Ken of Chandler, AZ, and her son Thomas Hayden Holcombe and wife Barbara of Manhattan, KS and Scottsdale, AZ. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Matt, Rod and Kasey Ragan, and Rebecca Holcombe Blair and Courtney Holcombe Koenig; and her great-grandchildren: Liam, Barrett and Jasper Koenig, Molly Blair and Rowan Ragan. Memorials to honor the life of Frances Holcombe may be sent to Opportunities, Inc., 6101 North Stateline, Texarkana, TX 75503, or the Meadowlark Hills Foundation, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frances Holcombe, age 96, of Manhattan, KS and Texarkana, TX, died Monday June 21, 2021. She was born in Fordyce, Arkansas, to her parents, Carmile and Louis L. Ramsay. She had two brothers, Louis L. Ramsay, Jr. and Rodney Ramsay. Frances attended Fordyce High School and was a member of the National Honor Society. She attended Arkansas State Teachers College, now University of Central Arkansas. Frances married James Thomas Holcombe in 1946. He had served in WWII as a Master Sergeant in the European theater. He was captured by the Germans and released at the end of the war, returning to Arkansas where he became an Arkansas State Police Trooper. He preceded her in death on December 31, 1987. They were blessed with two children, Jeri Lynn Ragan and Thomas Hayden Holcombe. Frances started her teaching career in the Texarkana Arkansas Public Schools and while teaching returned to college to receive her Master’s Degree in Special Education. After 10 years in the public schools she started the Texarkana Special Education Kindergarten with six special needs children. Under her guidance the kindergarten has grown into what today is Opportunities, Inc., serving more than 800 special needs children and adults. She was the program director there for 40 years. Frances served on the Texarkana Beautiful Board, the Texarkana Friends of the Library Board, and was President of the Altrusa Club. In 2014, she was honored by the City of Texarkana with the Frances Holcombe Day! She had many, many friends in Texarkana with whom she worked and with whom she traveled to Europe and the United States. These friends always held a special place in her heart. She retired at the age of 75, and in October 2014, she moved from Texarkana to Manhattan, KS, and Meadowlark Hills. She was an Ambassador at Meadowlark and in 2018, she received the Margaret Wheat Spirit of Meadowlark Award. After moving into her duplex she added a screened in porch for she and her many friends to enjoy while discussing the worlds’ problems. Frances is survived by her daughter, Jeri Lynn Ragan and her husband Ken of Chandler, AZ, and her son Thomas Hayden Holcombe and wife Barbara of Manhattan, KS and Scottsdale, AZ. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Matt, Rod and Kasey Ragan, and Rebecca Holcombe Blair and Courtney Holcombe Koenig; and her great-grandchildren: Liam, Barrett and Jasper Koenig, Molly Blair and Rowan Ragan. Memorials to honor the life of Frances Holcombe may be sent to Opportunities, Inc., 6101 North Stateline, Texarkana, TX 75503, or the Meadowlark Hills Foundation, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frances Holcombe

Alfred’s life began on March 6, 1950, in Herington.  He was the son of Donald L. and Ina B. (Swanson) Miller.  Alfred was a graduate of Center High School and served his country in the United States Army.  He was a valued employee for over 38 years at Custom Metal Fabricators (CMF) in Herington as a welder.  Alfred never had a sick day in all the years he worked at CMF and was considered part of the “family” at the shop.  He was a metal hobbyist, creating works of art in metal including the alligator in front of the CMF plant and the metal spider.

  Alfred is survived by his children Jennifer, Justin and Phillip Miller, all of Herington; grandchild Jodi Marie Miller, and siblings George (Shirley), Donna, Dean and Valere.  Alfred passed away at his home on Saturday June 19, 2021.  He is preceded in death by his parents, and son Clint Miller in 2008.

  His family will gather with friends on Wednesday June 30, 2021, at the Wilsey Cemetery where his memorial graveside service will be held with military honors. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in Alfred’s name may be directed to the American Legion in care of the funeral home.

Alfred’s life began on March 6, 1950, in Herington. He was the son of Donald L. and Ina B. (Swanson) Miller. Alfred was a graduate of Center High School and served his country in the United States Army. He was a valued employee for over 38 years at Custom Metal Fabricators (CMF) in Herington as a welder. Alfred never had a sick day in all the years he worked at CMF and was considered part of the “family” at the shop. He was a metal hobbyist, creating works of art in metal including the alligator in front of the CMF plant and the metal spider. Alfred is survived by his children Jennifer, Justin and Phillip Miller, all of Herington; grandchild Jodi Marie Miller, and siblings George (Shirley), Donna, Dean and Valere. Alfred passed away at his home on Saturday June 19, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, and son Clint Miller in 2008. His family will gather with friends on Wednesday June 30, 2021, at the Wilsey Cemetery where his memorial graveside service will be held with military honors. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Alfred’s name may be directed to the American Legion in care of the funeral home.

Alfred Clinton Miller March 6, 1950 ~ June 19, 2021 (age 71)

Cherryl Bruce, 76, of Wakefiled, KS, formerly of Milford, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021. Cremation has taken place. She was born on March 31, 1945, Iowa City, Iowa to Franklin Edward and Lila Mae (Patterson) Odell. Cherryl's first job in Junction City was at Peter Pan Ice Cream. She received an Associates Degree as a Dietician and worked over 20 years at the Geary Community Hospital. She later worked at Eckridge Meat Plant until her retirement in 2007. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Cherryl enjoyed cooking, especially baking. She also enjoyed games including Bingo and cards. She truly loved associating with people through personal visits. On September 6, 1963 she married Thomas Bruce in Ames, IA. She is survived by two sons, James Bruce and wife Diedra of Herington, KS and John Bruce and companion Jayme Stites of Milford, KS; one daughter, Pamela (Bruce) Reece of Wakefield, KS; one brother, Clair Odell and his wife Alice of Davenport, IA; thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; her parents; son Joseph Bruce; son-in-law Bobby Breese; daughter-in-law Susan Bruce and one grandson Casey Rathbun. Johnson Cremation, Funerals and Receptions of Junction City, is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Service:&nbsp; Private Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions 203 North Washington, Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441 785-762-3131

Cherryl Bruce, 76, of Wakefiled, KS, formerly of Milford, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021. Cremation has taken place. She was born on March 31, 1945, Iowa City, Iowa to Franklin Edward and Lila Mae (Patterson) Odell. Cherryl's first job in Junction City was at Peter Pan Ice Cream. She received an Associates Degree as a Dietician and worked over 20 years at the Geary Community Hospital. She later worked at Eckridge Meat Plant until her retirement in 2007. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Cherryl enjoyed cooking, especially baking. She also enjoyed games including Bingo and cards. She truly loved associating with people through personal visits. On September 6, 1963 she married Thomas Bruce in Ames, IA. She is survived by two sons, James Bruce and wife Diedra of Herington, KS and John Bruce and companion Jayme Stites of Milford, KS; one daughter, Pamela (Bruce) Reece of Wakefield, KS; one brother, Clair Odell and his wife Alice of Davenport, IA; thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; her parents; son Joseph Bruce; son-in-law Bobby Breese; daughter-in-law Susan Bruce and one grandson Casey Rathbun. Johnson Cremation, Funerals and Receptions of Junction City, is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;Service:&nbsp; Private Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions 203 North Washington, Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441 785-762-3131

Cherryl Bruce 

Visitation:&nbsp; Sunday, June 27th, 2021, Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, KS 67410.

Service:&nbsp; June 28th, 2021, Mt.&nbsp; Pleasant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Officiant Pastor Mark Stanger.

Interment:&nbsp; Follwing&nbsp; Service at Greenlawn Cemetery, Rural Abilene

Visitation:&nbsp; Sunday, June 27th, 2021, Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, KS 67410.Service:&nbsp; June 28th, 2021, Mt.&nbsp; Pleasant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Officiant Pastor Mark Stanger.Interment:&nbsp; Follwing&nbsp; Service at Greenlawn Cemetery, Rural Abilene

Sarah A Wilson (Travis) - July 30, 1932 - June 22, 2021

Kay Marie Fritz, 74, of Manhattan, died on Sunday evening, June 13th, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. Kay was born in Manhattan, on April 17, 1947, the daughter of Wesley and Marie (Nanninga) Sump. She grew up on the family farm north of Randolph, Kansas. Kay attended Peach Grove Grade School and Randolph Grade School. She graduated from Blue Valley High School in 1965. Kay met her husband, Max Fritz, while he was in the Navy. They were married on June 27, 1969, in Manhattan. They were married for 52 years. They started their life as a family in Wichita, Kansas, where Max went to Barber school. They moved to Lyons, then later to Ellinwood, Kansas. They raised their daughters, Angela and Nicole, in Ellinwood. They had many friends in the community of Ellinwood and enjoyed the life they had built there. In 1993, Kay and Max moved to Manhattan where they have lived ever since. Kay made many friends in Manhattan through her various jobs which included Harry's Uptown and On the Wildside. She loved working at On the Wildside with her sister, Julie; niece, Megan and granddaughter, Taylor. Kay loved spending time with her family. She especially enjoyed her time with her grandchildren. She took care of her granddaughters, Taylor and Avery, during the day when they were little girls while their mom, Angela, worked. She loved going to all of their sporting and school events. Her and Max spent summers in Michigan with their daughter, Nicole, and her family. This was something they looked forward to every year and would come back with great stories about how much fun they had. Kay also liked playing cards, planting flowers, and sitting outside on her porch watching birds. Kay was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Tony. Kay is survived by her husband, Max Fritz, two daughters, Angela K. Lenhart, of Manhattan and Nicole (Tom) Long, of Brown City, Michigan; a sister, Julie (Mark) Stutheit, of Manhattan and her brother, Jerry Sump, of Cincinnati, Ohio; sister in law, Sharon Sump, of Randolph; grandchildren, Jay ( Dakota) Dormann, Katy (Thomas) Busby-Jordan , Taylor Lenhart, Avery Lenhart, Hannah Long, Peyton Long ; great-grandchildren, Kroy Dormann. A Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, July 31st at Blue Hills Room in the Blue Hills Shopping Center in Manhattan. The family suggest a memorial contribution to the Good Shepherd Home Care or Disabled American Veterans in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be left in the care of Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation, 1317 W. Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, Kansas 66502&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kay Marie Fritz, 74, of Manhattan, died on Sunday evening, June 13th, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. Kay was born in Manhattan, on April 17, 1947, the daughter of Wesley and Marie (Nanninga) Sump. She grew up on the family farm north of Randolph, Kansas. Kay attended Peach Grove Grade School and Randolph Grade School. She graduated from Blue Valley High School in 1965. Kay met her husband, Max Fritz, while he was in the Navy. They were married on June 27, 1969, in Manhattan. They were married for 52 years. They started their life as a family in Wichita, Kansas, where Max went to Barber school. They moved to Lyons, then later to Ellinwood, Kansas. They raised their daughters, Angela and Nicole, in Ellinwood. They had many friends in the community of Ellinwood and enjoyed the life they had built there. In 1993, Kay and Max moved to Manhattan where they have lived ever since. Kay made many friends in Manhattan through her various jobs which included Harry's Uptown and On the Wildside. She loved working at On the Wildside with her sister, Julie; niece, Megan and granddaughter, Taylor. Kay loved spending time with her family. She especially enjoyed her time with her grandchildren. She took care of her granddaughters, Taylor and Avery, during the day when they were little girls while their mom, Angela, worked. She loved going to all of their sporting and school events. Her and Max spent summers in Michigan with their daughter, Nicole, and her family. This was something they looked forward to every year and would come back with great stories about how much fun they had. Kay also liked playing cards, planting flowers, and sitting outside on her porch watching birds. Kay was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Tony. Kay is survived by her husband, Max Fritz, two daughters, Angela K. Lenhart, of Manhattan and Nicole (Tom) Long, of Brown City, Michigan; a sister, Julie (Mark) Stutheit, of Manhattan and her brother, Jerry Sump, of Cincinnati, Ohio; sister in law, Sharon Sump, of Randolph; grandchildren, Jay ( Dakota) Dormann, Katy (Thomas) Busby-Jordan , Taylor Lenhart, Avery Lenhart, Hannah Long, Peyton Long ; great-grandchildren, Kroy Dormann. A Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, July 31st at Blue Hills Room in the Blue Hills Shopping Center in Manhattan. The family suggest a memorial contribution to the Good Shepherd Home Care or Disabled American Veterans in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be left in the care of Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation, 1317 W. Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, Kansas 66502&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kay Marie Fritz

Sandra Ann Williamson, 80, of Ogden, passed away Saturday, June 19th, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. She worked in the foodservice at KSU for 30 Years and at the Bill Snyder Stadium for Skybox Catering. Sandra was born in Westmoreland, KS on December 23, 1940, the daughter of the late Geraldine Ann (Moore) Loberg and Paul W. Gordon. Sandra is survived by two daughters, Sharon K Gordon, of Phoenix, AZ; Tina Brown, of Clay Center, KS; two sons Richard Veach, of Ogden, KS; Robert P. Veach, of Manhattan; three sisters, Nina Walsh, of Wamego; Elizabeth "Ann" Brewer, of Manhattan; Jennifer Nittler, of Manhattan; two brothers, Larry Barrett, of Wichita; Gary E. Gordon, of Manhattan; as well as seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and her dog Sassy. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother: Thayne Gordon, and her late husband Richard W. Veach, Sr. Service arrangements will be announced at a later date through Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation. The family requests donations to the Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice 3801 Vanesta Dr. Manhattan, Kansas 66503.

Sandra Ann Williamson, 80, of Ogden, passed away Saturday, June 19th, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. She worked in the foodservice at KSU for 30 Years and at the Bill Snyder Stadium for Skybox Catering. Sandra was born in Westmoreland, KS on December 23, 1940, the daughter of the late Geraldine Ann (Moore) Loberg and Paul W. Gordon. Sandra is survived by two daughters, Sharon K Gordon, of Phoenix, AZ; Tina Brown, of Clay Center, KS; two sons Richard Veach, of Ogden, KS; Robert P. Veach, of Manhattan; three sisters, Nina Walsh, of Wamego; Elizabeth "Ann" Brewer, of Manhattan; Jennifer Nittler, of Manhattan; two brothers, Larry Barrett, of Wichita; Gary E. Gordon, of Manhattan; as well as seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and her dog Sassy. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother: Thayne Gordon, and her late husband Richard W. Veach, Sr. Service arrangements will be announced at a later date through Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation. The family requests donations to the Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice 3801 Vanesta Dr. Manhattan, Kansas 66503.

Sandra Ann Williamson

Mary Elizabeth Reese Niedfeldt, 94, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2021, at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society in Wamego. She was born on March 4, 1927, in Clements, Kansas, to John M. and Amelia Tschapel Reese. She attended local Elmdale schools and later moved with her family to Wichita where she graduated from Planeview High School in 1942. As a young woman, she worked at the drug store in Wichita before moving to Topeka where she worked for the phone company.

She was united in marriage to Harry E. Niedfeldt on September 13, 1963, by Rev. Irvin Stegner at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Wells Creek, near Belvue. He preceded her in death on December 13, 2000.

Mary was a farm wife for 25 years on their home north of Paxico. Her days were filled with raising chickens, milking cows, tending to bucket calves, making garden, and putting up produce and cherries from trees on their place. She was especially fond of her barn cats. Mary was also an artist who enjoyed painting, sewing, crocheting, and jewelry making. Nieces remember how presents from Aunt Mary always stood apart with a unique decoration or an especially pretty bow.

She was active in the church and was a member of the women’s Dorcas Circle. She was also a member of the Kaw Valley Social Club. Mary and Harry enjoyed traveling and made several trips to Louisiana to visit her sister Florence and her family. Upon retiring from the farm in 1988, they moved to Wamego. During this time, they traveled on numerous bus trips throughout the Great Plains, and from Niagara Falls to San Francisco. In her later years, Mary could be found watching ballgames on television, whether they be professional or college level football, basketball, or baseball, it did not matter.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, two sisters Leah Reese and Florence Reese Raffray, and two brothers John M. Reese Jr. and Robert “Bob” John Reese.

She leaves behind one brother, Roy Reese of Topeka, several cousins, and many nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the Wells Creek Immanuel Faith Community Church. A visitation will be held prior to the service at 9:30 a.m. The family suggests memorials to the Immanuel Faith Community Church or the Valley Vista nursing home, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Mary Elizabeth Reese Niedfeldt, 94, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2021, at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society in Wamego. She was born on March 4, 1927, in Clements, Kansas, to John M. and Amelia Tschapel Reese. She attended local Elmdale schools and later moved with her family to Wichita where she graduated from Planeview High School in 1942. As a young woman, she worked at the drug store in Wichita before moving to Topeka where she worked for the phone company.She was united in marriage to Harry E. Niedfeldt on September 13, 1963, by Rev. Irvin Stegner at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Wells Creek, near Belvue. He preceded her in death on December 13, 2000.Mary was a farm wife for 25 years on their home north of Paxico. Her days were filled with raising chickens, milking cows, tending to bucket calves, making garden, and putting up produce and cherries from trees on their place. She was especially fond of her barn cats. Mary was also an artist who enjoyed painting, sewing, crocheting, and jewelry making. Nieces remember how presents from Aunt Mary always stood apart with a unique decoration or an especially pretty bow.She was active in the church and was a member of the women’s Dorcas Circle. She was also a member of the Kaw Valley Social Club. Mary and Harry enjoyed traveling and made several trips to Louisiana to visit her sister Florence and her family. Upon retiring from the farm in 1988, they moved to Wamego. During this time, they traveled on numerous bus trips throughout the Great Plains, and from Niagara Falls to San Francisco. In her later years, Mary could be found watching ballgames on television, whether they be professional or college level football, basketball, or baseball, it did not matter.Mary was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, two sisters Leah Reese and Florence Reese Raffray, and two brothers John M. Reese Jr. and Robert “Bob” John Reese.She leaves behind one brother, Roy Reese of Topeka, several cousins, and many nieces and nephews.Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the Wells Creek Immanuel Faith Community Church. A visitation will be held prior to the service at 9:30 a.m. The family suggests memorials to the Immanuel Faith Community Church or the Valley Vista nursing home, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Mary Elizabeth Reese Niedfeldt

Roberta Jean (TenEyck) Frank Berroth, 97, of Alma, Kansas passed away Sunday, June 20, 2021, at her home in Alma, Ks. She was a life-long resident of the community. Roberta was born April 10, 1924, in rural McFarland, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Pearl (Lowe) TenEyck. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, Ks. She attended local schools and graduated in 1942 from Alma High School.

Roberta married Clarence Frank on October 21, 1943, in Alma. He preceded her in death on August 19, 1964. Clarence had previously been married to Marie (Sommer). They had 4 children, John, Gary, Ruth and Marie. Sadly, Clarence’s wife, Marie, died the day their fourth child was born. Later, Clarence and Roberta were married and had 5 more children, Dorothy, Barbara, Judy, Patricia and Donald. Together, Clarence and Roberta raised nine children.

During their marriage Clarence was the Wabaunsee County Sheriff for several years. Roberta was one of his deputies, helping with the women prisoners. Following Clarence’s death, Roberta married Otto Berroth on August 9, 1968, in Alma. He preceded her in death on June 15, 1988. Following her graduation from high school, Roberta worked for the Office of Price Administration dealing with ration cards and commodities. After her marriage to Clarence, she helped with running the family business, Frank’s Produce. Roberta also worked as a deputy county clerk and then as the bookkeeper for Alma Co-op. She was an active, long time member of Peace United Church of Christ and served for many years as the treasurer of the Womens Guild. Roberta was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for 76 years and the Wabaunsee County Historical Society, helping with the genealogy records. She also was a member of the Open Door Club, the McFarland Senior Citizens, and the District 3 Community Card Club. Roberta participated in the Area Agency on Aging, WATS, and was an honorary member of the Wabaunsee High School FCCLA. She received that honor because she sewed more than 60 Angel Bags for the FCCLA. Angel Bags are given to children who are leaving their home and entering the foster care system, so they have a colorful, sturdy bag to carry their belongings in, instead of sometimes just a plastic grocery bag.

Roberta loved playing cards, sewing, piecing quilts, dancing, and anything to do with garage sales. She also did wood crafts with her good friend, Irene Thoes.

Roberta is survived by her children; Ruth Diepenbrock, Alma, Marie Miller (Jay Dee), McFarland, Dorothy Kemble (Gary), Eskridge, Barbara Frank, Alma, Judy Havenstein (Bill), Alma, Patricia Ringel (Gary), Alma, and Donald Frank (Becky) Alma, her brother, Robert TenEyck (Margaret), Harrogate, England; her daughter-in-law, Beth Frank, Alma; twenty two grandchildren, seven step-grandchildren, seventy great-grandchildren, fifty three great-great-grandchildren, and numerous step-great grandchildren. Roberta was also preceded in death by her sons, John Frank and Gary Frank; her stepsons, Marvin Berroth and Robert Berroth; her daughter-in-law, Sandra Frank McQueary, her grandchildren, Michael Frank, Tami Bagley, Joel Frank, and Chad Ringel; her great-grandchildren, Brandon Frank, Christopher Frank, Jordan Miller and Dylan Ringel; and her brothers, Harry TenEyck, Victor TenEyck and Ralph TenEyck.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 25, 2021, at the Peace United Church of Christ in Alma, Kansas. Burial will follow in the Peace UCC Cemetery. Roberta will lie-in-state on Thursday, beginning at 3:00 p.m. with a Visitation from 6:00 until 8:00 pm, at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma. The family has suggested memorials to the Peace United Church of Christ, American Legion Auxiliary, or the Wabaunsee County Historical Society, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 126, Alma, KS 66401.&nbsp;

Roberta Jean (TenEyck) Frank Berroth, 97, of Alma, Kansas passed away Sunday, June 20, 2021, at her home in Alma, Ks. She was a life-long resident of the community. Roberta was born April 10, 1924, in rural McFarland, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Pearl (Lowe) TenEyck. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, Ks. She attended local schools and graduated in 1942 from Alma High School.Roberta married Clarence Frank on October 21, 1943, in Alma. He preceded her in death on August 19, 1964. Clarence had previously been married to Marie (Sommer). They had 4 children, John, Gary, Ruth and Marie. Sadly, Clarence’s wife, Marie, died the day their fourth child was born. Later, Clarence and Roberta were married and had 5 more children, Dorothy, Barbara, Judy, Patricia and Donald. Together, Clarence and Roberta raised nine children.During their marriage Clarence was the Wabaunsee County Sheriff for several years. Roberta was one of his deputies, helping with the women prisoners. Following Clarence’s death, Roberta married Otto Berroth on August 9, 1968, in Alma. He preceded her in death on June 15, 1988. Following her graduation from high school, Roberta worked for the Office of Price Administration dealing with ration cards and commodities. After her marriage to Clarence, she helped with running the family business, Frank’s Produce. Roberta also worked as a deputy county clerk and then as the bookkeeper for Alma Co-op. She was an active, long time member of Peace United Church of Christ and served for many years as the treasurer of the Womens Guild. Roberta was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for 76 years and the Wabaunsee County Historical Society, helping with the genealogy records. She also was a member of the Open Door Club, the McFarland Senior Citizens, and the District 3 Community Card Club. Roberta participated in the Area Agency on Aging, WATS, and was an honorary member of the Wabaunsee High School FCCLA. She received that honor because she sewed more than 60 Angel Bags for the FCCLA. Angel Bags are given to children who are leaving their home and entering the foster care system, so they have a colorful, sturdy bag to carry their belongings in, instead of sometimes just a plastic grocery bag.Roberta loved playing cards, sewing, piecing quilts, dancing, and anything to do with garage sales. She also did wood crafts with her good friend, Irene Thoes.Roberta is survived by her children; Ruth Diepenbrock, Alma, Marie Miller (Jay Dee), McFarland, Dorothy Kemble (Gary), Eskridge, Barbara Frank, Alma, Judy Havenstein (Bill), Alma, Patricia Ringel (Gary), Alma, and Donald Frank (Becky) Alma, her brother, Robert TenEyck (Margaret), Harrogate, England; her daughter-in-law, Beth Frank, Alma; twenty two grandchildren, seven step-grandchildren, seventy great-grandchildren, fifty three great-great-grandchildren, and numerous step-great grandchildren. Roberta was also preceded in death by her sons, John Frank and Gary Frank; her stepsons, Marvin Berroth and Robert Berroth; her daughter-in-law, Sandra Frank McQueary, her grandchildren, Michael Frank, Tami Bagley, Joel Frank, and Chad Ringel; her great-grandchildren, Brandon Frank, Christopher Frank, Jordan Miller and Dylan Ringel; and her brothers, Harry TenEyck, Victor TenEyck and Ralph TenEyck.Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 25, 2021, at the Peace United Church of Christ in Alma, Kansas. Burial will follow in the Peace UCC Cemetery. Roberta will lie-in-state on Thursday, beginning at 3:00 p.m. with a Visitation from 6:00 until 8:00 pm, at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma. The family has suggested memorials to the Peace United Church of Christ, American Legion Auxiliary, or the Wabaunsee County Historical Society, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 126, Alma, KS 66401.&nbsp;

Roberta Jean (TenEyck) Frank Berroth

Brandon Runnels, 34, of Junction City, KS, passed away Friday, June 18, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. A visitation will be held Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the Johnson Funeral Home from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a sharing of memories at 11:00 a.m. A graveside committal will be held at Highland Cemetery following the visitation. Brandon was born October 19, 1986, in Junction City, KS the son of Cedric P. and Barbara A. (Watts) Runnels. Brandon enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was loved by all. Brandon loved sports. He coached various children's sporting events at the Junction City YMCA. Survivors include his father Cedric Runnels of Beaumont, TX and his mother Barbara Runnels of Junction City, KS; one sister, Alonia Runnels of Beaumont, TX; two uncles, Ernest Miller of Manhattan, KS and Eric Runnels of Sour Lake, TX; two aunts, Janet James of Manhattan, KS and Janice Smith of Henderson, KY and a host of other relatives and friends.

Brandon Runnels, 34, of Junction City, KS, passed away Friday, June 18, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. A visitation will be held Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the Johnson Funeral Home from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a sharing of memories at 11:00 a.m. A graveside committal will be held at Highland Cemetery following the visitation. Brandon was born October 19, 1986, in Junction City, KS the son of Cedric P. and Barbara A. (Watts) Runnels. Brandon enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was loved by all. Brandon loved sports. He coached various children's sporting events at the Junction City YMCA. Survivors include his father Cedric Runnels of Beaumont, TX and his mother Barbara Runnels of Junction City, KS; one sister, Alonia Runnels of Beaumont, TX; two uncles, Ernest Miller of Manhattan, KS and Eric Runnels of Sour Lake, TX; two aunts, Janet James of Manhattan, KS and Janice Smith of Henderson, KY and a host of other relatives and friends.

Brandon Runnels,

Bobby E. Cooper, age 84, of Alta Vista, Kansas, died Saturday June 19, 2021 at the Kansas University Health System in Kansas City. He was born on February 28, 1937 in Manhattan, Kansas, the son of Hugh and Pearl (Larsen) Cooper. As a youth his family moved to Lincoln, Kansas. He grew up in the Lincoln area and graduated with the class of 1955 of Lincoln High School.&nbsp; Bobby served in the United States Navy for 3 years, then after his service time he was a member of the National Guard. He was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, the Eagles Lodge and the 40/8 Club. On August 27, 1961 in Rural Lincoln County, Kansas he was united in marriage to Carol Wacker. She survives at their home in Alta Vista. Bobby enjoyed being outdoors and fishing as often as he could. He always loved to be out in his shop tinkering and fixing anything people would bring to him. If something couldn’t be fixed, he would tell you. He loved going uptown in Alta Vista and having coffee and sharing stories with the group every morning. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Velma Bennett, Pauline Quartaro, Mary Lou Sutton, and also 3 sisters in infancy. In addition to his wife Carol, he is survived by his children, Sheila Brown (Roger), Barry Cooper, and Karl Cooper, all of Alta Vista. His sister, Ila Smith (Bob) of Lincoln, Kansas; and also, his six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family will greet friends during a Celebration Gathering on Saturday June 26, 2021 from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. In memory of Bobby the family ask that you come in casual attire. Private burial will be at a later date in Lincoln. Memorial contributions in memory of Bobby are suggested to the 40/8 Nursing Program. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Bobby E. Cooper, age 84, of Alta Vista, Kansas, died Saturday June 19, 2021 at the Kansas University Health System in Kansas City. He was born on February 28, 1937 in Manhattan, Kansas, the son of Hugh and Pearl (Larsen) Cooper. As a youth his family moved to Lincoln, Kansas. He grew up in the Lincoln area and graduated with the class of 1955 of Lincoln High School.&nbsp; Bobby served in the United States Navy for 3 years, then after his service time he was a member of the National Guard. He was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, the Eagles Lodge and the 40/8 Club. On August 27, 1961 in Rural Lincoln County, Kansas he was united in marriage to Carol Wacker. She survives at their home in Alta Vista. Bobby enjoyed being outdoors and fishing as often as he could. He always loved to be out in his shop tinkering and fixing anything people would bring to him. If something couldn’t be fixed, he would tell you. He loved going uptown in Alta Vista and having coffee and sharing stories with the group every morning. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Velma Bennett, Pauline Quartaro, Mary Lou Sutton, and also 3 sisters in infancy. In addition to his wife Carol, he is survived by his children, Sheila Brown (Roger), Barry Cooper, and Karl Cooper, all of Alta Vista. His sister, Ila Smith (Bob) of Lincoln, Kansas; and also, his six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family will greet friends during a Celebration Gathering on Saturday June 26, 2021 from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. In memory of Bobby the family ask that you come in casual attire. Private burial will be at a later date in Lincoln. Memorial contributions in memory of Bobby are suggested to the 40/8 Nursing Program. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Frances M. Walsh, age 85, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday June 19, 2021 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. She was born on February 1, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Frank R. Meegan Sr. and Elizabeth Helen (Rietsch) Meegan. She graduated from Columbus High School in Columbus, Georgia in 1955. She then attended Kansas State University and graduated with honors in 1958. While at KSU, she was president of the Chi Omega Sorority and served as the Tribunal Attorney-General. In 1961 she earned her law degree from Northwestern University in Chicago. Fran worked for the Public Guardian of Cook County, Illinois; the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington, D.C.; the Central Intelligence Agency in Washington D.C. and Southeast Asia; the U.S. Army Correctional Brigade at Fort Riley; and the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate at Fort Riley, from which she retired in 2004. On March 22, 1969, she was united in marriage to Richard Walsh, at the Queen of Peace Church in Saigon, South Vietnam. Richard preceded her in death on October 17, 2013. Fran and Richard were members of the St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhattan. She enjoyed traveling and most of all spending time with her family. Fran was preceded in death also by her twin brother Frank R. Meegan Jr. and her sister Shirley Rainsberger. She is survived by her son, Sean Walsh and his wife Alisha, of Manhattan; her sister-in-law Sharon Meegan; and her grand-dogs Dixxie and Rebbel. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 5:00 until 6:00 p.m. Sunday June 27, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. A Vigil Service will be held following the visitation at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday June 28, 2021 at the St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2900 Kimball in Manhattan, with Father Frank Coady as Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Walsh to the St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Frances M. Walsh, age 85, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday June 19, 2021 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. She was born on February 1, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Frank R. Meegan Sr. and Elizabeth Helen (Rietsch) Meegan. She graduated from Columbus High School in Columbus, Georgia in 1955. She then attended Kansas State University and graduated with honors in 1958. While at KSU, she was president of the Chi Omega Sorority and served as the Tribunal Attorney-General. In 1961 she earned her law degree from Northwestern University in Chicago. Fran worked for the Public Guardian of Cook County, Illinois; the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington, D.C.; the Central Intelligence Agency in Washington D.C. and Southeast Asia; the U.S. Army Correctional Brigade at Fort Riley; and the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate at Fort Riley, from which she retired in 2004. On March 22, 1969, she was united in marriage to Richard Walsh, at the Queen of Peace Church in Saigon, South Vietnam. Richard preceded her in death on October 17, 2013. Fran and Richard were members of the St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhattan. She enjoyed traveling and most of all spending time with her family. Fran was preceded in death also by her twin brother Frank R. Meegan Jr. and her sister Shirley Rainsberger. She is survived by her son, Sean Walsh and his wife Alisha, of Manhattan; her sister-in-law Sharon Meegan; and her grand-dogs Dixxie and Rebbel. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 5:00 until 6:00 p.m. Sunday June 27, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. A Vigil Service will be held following the visitation at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday June 28, 2021 at the St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2900 Kimball in Manhattan, with Father Frank Coady as Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Walsh to the St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Frances M. Walsh

Isaac Wayne Diehl, 41, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, June 19th. Arrangements are pending and have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Isaac Wayne Diehl, 41, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, June 19th. Arrangements are pending and have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Isaac Wayne Diehl - November 23, 1979-June 19, 2021

Lazzelle Guliford, Jr., 89, of Manhattan, passed away on Wednesday, June 16th, at the Stony Brook Retirement House. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and worked for the City of Topeka in the sanitation department for many years, and helped with construction work in the area.

Lazzelle was born in Great Bend, Kansas on December 28, 1931, the son of the late Virginia Iona (Thompson) and Lazzelle Guliford, Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife Jean. Lazzell was a member of the Pilgrim Baptist Church in Manhattan and enjoyed drawing and singing in quartets around the area.

Lazzelle is survived by his five daughters, Patsy (Edward) Richards, of Dallas; Michelle Guliford, of Topeka; Colletta Guliford, of Topeka; Rita Huckaby, of New Haven Conn., Katrice Guliford of Topeka; five sisters, Wilma Jane Richardson, of Topeka; Elenor (Ted) Daniels, of Topeka; Toni (Lamar) Vereen, of Topeka; Saxie Guliford, of Manhattan; Lana Thompson, of Wichita; five brothers, Dale (Ruthie Mae) Guliford, of Manhattan; Dean (Stella) Guliford, of Omaha, Nebraska; Raymond (Billye) Levon Guliford, of Manhattan; Sheldon Guliford, of Wichita; Kevin Guliford, of Wichita. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Grover Page, Shaunelle (Jeff Wilcox) Page, Jaaron Davis, Michael Guliford, Corey Guliford, Jaiden Huckaby) and a host of great-grand. Lazzelle was preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife Hazel "Jean" Guliford, ex-wife Dolores (Williams)Guliford the mother of his daughters; two brothers Lawrence Guliford and Ernest Guliford,

A "Home Going Celebration" will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 2nd at the Pilgrim Baptist Church in Manhattan, with Rev. Anthony Williams and Rev. Darryl Martin officiating.&nbsp; Public Viewing will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 1st at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation in Manhattan. The family will also receive friends at 9:00 a.m. until the service time at the church. Burial will follow the service at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan. The family requests any donations be directed to the American Heart Assocation "Alzheimers Research".&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lazzelle Guliford, Jr., 89, of Manhattan, passed away on Wednesday, June 16th, at the Stony Brook Retirement House. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and worked for the City of Topeka in the sanitation department for many years, and helped with construction work in the area. Lazzelle was born in Great Bend, Kansas on December 28, 1931, the son of the late Virginia Iona (Thompson) and Lazzelle Guliford, Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife Jean. Lazzell was a member of the Pilgrim Baptist Church in Manhattan and enjoyed drawing and singing in quartets around the area. Lazzelle is survived by his five daughters, Patsy (Edward) Richards, of Dallas; Michelle Guliford, of Topeka; Colletta Guliford, of Topeka; Rita Huckaby, of New Haven Conn., Katrice Guliford of Topeka; five sisters, Wilma Jane Richardson, of Topeka; Elenor (Ted) Daniels, of Topeka; Toni (Lamar) Vereen, of Topeka; Saxie Guliford, of Manhattan; Lana Thompson, of Wichita; five brothers, Dale (Ruthie Mae) Guliford, of Manhattan; Dean (Stella) Guliford, of Omaha, Nebraska; Raymond (Billye) Levon Guliford, of Manhattan; Sheldon Guliford, of Wichita; Kevin Guliford, of Wichita. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Grover Page, Shaunelle (Jeff Wilcox) Page, Jaaron Davis, Michael Guliford, Corey Guliford, Jaiden Huckaby) and a host of great-grand. Lazzelle was preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife Hazel "Jean" Guliford, ex-wife Dolores (Williams)Guliford the mother of his daughters; two brothers Lawrence Guliford and Ernest Guliford, A "Home Going Celebration" will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 2nd at the Pilgrim Baptist Church in Manhattan, with Rev. Anthony Williams and Rev. Darryl Martin officiating.&nbsp; Public Viewing will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 1st at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation in Manhattan. The family will also receive friends at 9:00 a.m. until the service time at the church. Burial will follow the service at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan. The family requests any donations be directed to the American Heart Assocation "Alzheimers Research".&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lazzelle Guliford, Jr.

Linda Marie Ashburn, age 79, of Alta Vista, passed away June 19, 2021 at the Morris County Hospital. She was born March 11, 1942 in Woodbine, Kansas, the daughter of Emmanuel and Ruby (Rohloff) Koepsel.

Linda graduated from Wilsey High School and married Lauren Ashburn on March 30, 1962 in Council Grove.&nbsp; They had 3 daughters: Sheila, Connie and Lori. Linda volunteered several years for the Community Thrift Store; she belonged to the Chalk Ladies Aid and worked on the election board for Rock Creek Township; as well as being a homemaker and assisting Lauren with the farm. She enjoyed quilting, embroidering, gardening, canning and freezing her vegetables, attending dances with Lauren, and flying with him in his plane. She loved spending time with her family. Linda will be sadly missed by all.

She was preceded in death by her parents as well as her mother and father–in-law, Edgar and Doris Ashburn. Linda is survived by her husband Lauren Ashburn of the home; daughters: Sheila Hill and husband Kevin of Alta Vista, Connie Waters and husband David of Council Grove and Lori McDiffett and husband Mickey of Alta Vista; granddaughters: Valerie (Justin) Wasmuth of Marion, Ashley (Eric) Brown of Emporia, Taylor McDiffett of Emporia; grandson: Matthew (Jesa) Waters of Manhattan; great grandsons: Gavin, Liran and Magnuson Wasmuth, Porter Brown and Fisher in September; brother LaVern (Bea) Koepsel; and nieces and nephews.

A graveside service for Linda will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 23rd, at Sunny Slope Cemetery. Linda will lie in state Tuesday, June 22nd from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Sawyer Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Community Thrift Store, 17 S. 5th St., Council Grove, KS 66846.

Linda Marie Ashburn, age 79, of Alta Vista, passed away June 19, 2021 at the Morris County Hospital. She was born March 11, 1942 in Woodbine, Kansas, the daughter of Emmanuel and Ruby (Rohloff) Koepsel.Linda graduated from Wilsey High School and married Lauren Ashburn on March 30, 1962 in Council Grove.&nbsp; They had 3 daughters: Sheila, Connie and Lori. Linda volunteered several years for the Community Thrift Store; she belonged to the Chalk Ladies Aid and worked on the election board for Rock Creek Township; as well as being a homemaker and assisting Lauren with the farm. She enjoyed quilting, embroidering, gardening, canning and freezing her vegetables, attending dances with Lauren, and flying with him in his plane. She loved spending time with her family. Linda will be sadly missed by all.She was preceded in death by her parents as well as her mother and father–in-law, Edgar and Doris Ashburn. Linda is survived by her husband Lauren Ashburn of the home; daughters: Sheila Hill and husband Kevin of Alta Vista, Connie Waters and husband David of Council Grove and Lori McDiffett and husband Mickey of Alta Vista; granddaughters: Valerie (Justin) Wasmuth of Marion, Ashley (Eric) Brown of Emporia, Taylor McDiffett of Emporia; grandson: Matthew (Jesa) Waters of Manhattan; great grandsons: Gavin, Liran and Magnuson Wasmuth, Porter Brown and Fisher in September; brother LaVern (Bea) Koepsel; and nieces and nephews.A graveside service for Linda will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 23rd, at Sunny Slope Cemetery. Linda will lie in state Tuesday, June 22nd from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Sawyer Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Community Thrift Store, 17 S. 5th St., Council Grove, KS 66846.

Linda Marie Ashburn

A full obituary will appear later in care of the Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.

A full obituary will appear later in care of the Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.

Debra Christine Riding - 1975 - 2021

Edna Mae Jackson, 94, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at her home. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at Highland Cemetery. Fr. Gnanasekar Kulandi will officiate. The family will receive friends from 1 - 1:45 p.m. prior to the graveside service at Johnson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. She was born on May 1, 1927, Junction City, Kansas to Alonzo "Lon" and Frances (Neyer) Aberwald. She was a life long member of St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City. Edna worked as a sales associate for J.C. Penney in Junction City. Edna enjoyed keeping her hands busy. She made many personalized hanging tea towels and pot holders. She was fondly called the "Cake Lady". However, she made many loaves of banana bread and batches of cookies. Her specialty was making caramel corn. She sold many bags of caramel corn locally and in Missouri. She always had a smile for everyone and enjoyed talking to anyone she came in contact with. She was a wonderful human being and a wonderful aunt to her family. Everyone should be so blessed! On May 15, 1946 she married Paul Jackson. Paul passed away February 18, 1999. Their only child Robert Lee Jackson was born on March 12, 1947. He passed away November 9, 1966. She is survived by her niece, Kay F. Kearney of Peculiar, MO; great-niece, Lee Ann O'Neal and husband Tim of Conway, AK; great-nephew, Douglas Kearney and wife Jana of Peculiar, MO; two great-great nieces, Joy Duvall and husband Jordan and Paige O'Neal; one great-great-great nephew, Tristin Duvall; one great-great-great niece, Presley Duvall; and a host of many other friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul, son Robert and one sister, Margaret Branic.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edna Mae Jackson, 94, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at her home. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at Highland Cemetery. Fr. Gnanasekar Kulandi will officiate. The family will receive friends from 1 - 1:45 p.m. prior to the graveside service at Johnson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. She was born on May 1, 1927, Junction City, Kansas to Alonzo "Lon" and Frances (Neyer) Aberwald. She was a life long member of St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City. Edna worked as a sales associate for J.C. Penney in Junction City. Edna enjoyed keeping her hands busy. She made many personalized hanging tea towels and pot holders. She was fondly called the "Cake Lady". However, she made many loaves of banana bread and batches of cookies. Her specialty was making caramel corn. She sold many bags of caramel corn locally and in Missouri. She always had a smile for everyone and enjoyed talking to anyone she came in contact with. She was a wonderful human being and a wonderful aunt to her family. Everyone should be so blessed! On May 15, 1946 she married Paul Jackson. Paul passed away February 18, 1999. Their only child Robert Lee Jackson was born on March 12, 1947. He passed away November 9, 1966. She is survived by her niece, Kay F. Kearney of Peculiar, MO; great-niece, Lee Ann O'Neal and husband Tim of Conway, AK; great-nephew, Douglas Kearney and wife Jana of Peculiar, MO; two great-great nieces, Joy Duvall and husband Jordan and Paige O'Neal; one great-great-great nephew, Tristin Duvall; one great-great-great niece, Presley Duvall; and a host of many other friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul, son Robert and one sister, Margaret Branic.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edna Mae Jackson

Annette Teresa Krinhop, 62, of Junction City, passed away, June 18, 2021. Visitation will be Sunday, June 27, 2021 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral home. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, June 28, 2021 at the Milford Congregational Church, Milford, KS.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial contributions have be given to the Milford Congregational Church, P.O. Box 308, Milford, KS 66514. Annette was born September 27, 1958 in Honolulu Hawaii to Edward and Betty (Nelson) Hakala. Edward was a service member in the United States Army and was stationed in many places, but finally called Junction City home and that is where Annette has called home ever since. Annette is one of eight children to Edward and Betty, and she was close to all of her siblings. She always loved family gatherings which often included evenings “playing cards”, lots of laughter and recalling stories from the past. One of her most treasured things was being a grandmother to her 2 grandsons; The Joey (as was her nickname for Joey, her 1st grandson), and Jaycer (her nickname for Jayce, her 2nd grandson). Not too many days would pass without her seeing them or taking them to do something. She loved to take them fishing, out to lunch, or to her house just to hang out. She was the best Grams! Throughout her life she enjoyed many things, but she loved to be outdoors most of all. She was an avid fisher and enjoyed being on or near Milford Lake as much as possible. She also enjoyed bowling, traveling, bird watching, baking, Sudoku, watching the Wheel of Fortune, her guinea pig Peppa, and her church family. Annette is survived by her mother, Betty Hakala, sisters Beverly (Larry) Hanson, Cindy Ullmer, Cheryl (Jeff) Underhill, and Brenda (Rod) Gfeller; brothers Duane Hakala and Alan (Linda) Hakala; daughter Kim (Joe) Alonzo, son Casey (Gabe) Boyer, grandchildren Joey and Jayce Alonzo; and many nieces and nephews, many of them having children of their own. She was preceded in death by her father Edward Hakala, brother Steven Hakala, and her husband Greg Krinhop.

Annette Teresa Krinhop, 62, of Junction City, passed away, June 18, 2021. Visitation will be Sunday, June 27, 2021 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral home. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m., Monday, June 28, 2021 at the Milford Congregational Church, Milford, KS.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial contributions have be given to the Milford Congregational Church, P.O. Box 308, Milford, KS 66514. Annette was born September 27, 1958 in Honolulu Hawaii to Edward and Betty (Nelson) Hakala. Edward was a service member in the United States Army and was stationed in many places, but finally called Junction City home and that is where Annette has called home ever since. Annette is one of eight children to Edward and Betty, and she was close to all of her siblings. She always loved family gatherings which often included evenings “playing cards”, lots of laughter and recalling stories from the past. One of her most treasured things was being a grandmother to her 2 grandsons; The Joey (as was her nickname for Joey, her 1st grandson), and Jaycer (her nickname for Jayce, her 2nd grandson). Not too many days would pass without her seeing them or taking them to do something. She loved to take them fishing, out to lunch, or to her house just to hang out. She was the best Grams! Throughout her life she enjoyed many things, but she loved to be outdoors most of all. She was an avid fisher and enjoyed being on or near Milford Lake as much as possible. She also enjoyed bowling, traveling, bird watching, baking, Sudoku, watching the Wheel of Fortune, her guinea pig Peppa, and her church family. Annette is survived by her mother, Betty Hakala, sisters Beverly (Larry) Hanson, Cindy Ullmer, Cheryl (Jeff) Underhill, and Brenda (Rod) Gfeller; brothers Duane Hakala and Alan (Linda) Hakala; daughter Kim (Joe) Alonzo, son Casey (Gabe) Boyer, grandchildren Joey and Jayce Alonzo; and many nieces and nephews, many of them having children of their own. She was preceded in death by her father Edward Hakala, brother Steven Hakala, and her husband Greg Krinhop.

Annette Teresa Krinhop

Kenneth D. (Jack/Doc) Blackwood passed away at the age of 93 on June 19, 2021 in Clay Center, Kansas.

Kenneth was born on October 2, 1927 to Jenny (Doig) and George Blackwood in Clay County, Kansas.

He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Miltonvale High School in 1944.

Kenneth served in the United States Navy for 2 years.

He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and a long time member of the BPOE.  Jack became a faithful member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church in 2004.

Jack attended Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport, Iowa, graduating in 1950.  He practiced in Manhattan, Kansas from 1950 to 1985.  Upon retirement, he and Marvel settled in Clay Center, Kansas to be closer to relatives and the family farm.

Jack married Marvel A. Morisette on June 24, 1950 in Annawan, Illinois.  Kenneth and Marvel were married for 47 years.

Survivors include his daughter, Cindy Garner of St. George, Kansas, 2 brothers, George Blackwood (friend, Pat Nazarenus), Muscatine, Iowa, and Rex Blackwood (Mary Kaye), Clay Center, and a sister, Wanda Hafner, Clay Center, Kansas.  Also surviving  Kenneth  are sisters-in-laws Madeleine Blackwood,  Clyde, Darlene Plouffe, Indian Wells, California, Joan Croegaert (Paul), Lakewood, Colorado, and good friend, Meta Wendelken of Clay Center.  “Uncle Jack” also leaves behind 29 nieces and nephews.  

Preceding Kenneth in death were his wife, Marvel, son Greg, 3 brothers, Don, Dean and Lawrence, who died in infancy, and his parents and grandparents. 

Kenneth had many hobbies including farming, wood carving, yard work, golfing, hunting, fishing and gardening.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, June 23 at 2:00 at the Clay Center United Methodist Church, with respect calls preceding the ceremony from 12:00 - 1:30 at the church.  A private burial will be held at a later date at the Miltonvale Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions to the Clay Center United Methodist Church

Kenneth D. (Jack/Doc) Blackwood passed away at the age of 93 on June 19, 2021 in Clay Center, Kansas.Kenneth was born on October 2, 1927 to Jenny (Doig) and George Blackwood in Clay County, Kansas.He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Miltonvale High School in 1944.Kenneth served in the United States Navy for 2 years.He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and a long time member of the BPOE. Jack became a faithful member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church in 2004.Jack attended Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport, Iowa, graduating in 1950. He practiced in Manhattan, Kansas from 1950 to 1985. Upon retirement, he and Marvel settled in Clay Center, Kansas to be closer to relatives and the family farm.Jack married Marvel A. Morisette on June 24, 1950 in Annawan, Illinois. Kenneth and Marvel were married for 47 years.Survivors include his daughter, Cindy Garner of St. George, Kansas, 2 brothers, George Blackwood (friend, Pat Nazarenus), Muscatine, Iowa, and Rex Blackwood (Mary Kaye), Clay Center, and a sister, Wanda Hafner, Clay Center, Kansas. Also surviving Kenneth are sisters-in-laws Madeleine Blackwood, Clyde, Darlene Plouffe, Indian Wells, California, Joan Croegaert (Paul), Lakewood, Colorado, and good friend, Meta Wendelken of Clay Center. “Uncle Jack” also leaves behind 29 nieces and nephews. Preceding Kenneth in death were his wife, Marvel, son Greg, 3 brothers, Don, Dean and Lawrence, who died in infancy, and his parents and grandparents. Kenneth had many hobbies including farming, wood carving, yard work, golfing, hunting, fishing and gardening.A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, June 23 at 2:00 at the Clay Center United Methodist Church, with respect calls preceding the ceremony from 12:00 - 1:30 at the church. A private burial will be held at a later date at the Miltonvale Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Clay Center United Methodist Church

Kenneth D. (Jack/Doc) Blackwood 

Donald Dean Deines, 83, of Abilene passed away Friday, June 18, 2021. He was born May 7, 1938, in Junction City, the son of Ernest and Pearl (Britt) Deines. He grew up in Enterprise, Kansas and graduated from Enterprise High School. Don worked for C.E. Ersham, Vacublast, Combustion Engineering, ABB, and Crestwood Cabinets doing sheet metal and woodworking. Don enjoyed sports, whether he was watching the KU Jayhawks or coaching softball for the Eagles. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time out at the lake. Don never knew a stranger and was a world-class storyteller. Don is survived by his loving wife, Teresa, of the home, his three daughters, Susan Vaughn (David) of Enterprise; Brenda Morris (Tim) of Olathe, Kansas; and Sandy Johnson (Jeff) of Abilene; six grandchildren, Felicia VaughnStuhr (Sean), Afton Snider (Paul), Michelle Ringer (Kolt), Matt Johnson (Jaci), John Morris (Reannon), and Melissa Lee, 14 great-grandchildren and one brother, Dennis Lee Deines of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family has chosen cremation. A private family service will be held at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414, NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Donald Dean Deines, 83, of Abilene passed away Friday, June 18, 2021. He was born May 7, 1938, in Junction City, the son of Ernest and Pearl (Britt) Deines. He grew up in Enterprise, Kansas and graduated from Enterprise High School. Don worked for C.E. Ersham, Vacublast, Combustion Engineering, ABB, and Crestwood Cabinets doing sheet metal and woodworking. Don enjoyed sports, whether he was watching the KU Jayhawks or coaching softball for the Eagles. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time out at the lake. Don never knew a stranger and was a world-class storyteller. Don is survived by his loving wife, Teresa, of the home, his three daughters, Susan Vaughn (David) of Enterprise; Brenda Morris (Tim) of Olathe, Kansas; and Sandy Johnson (Jeff) of Abilene; six grandchildren, Felicia VaughnStuhr (Sean), Afton Snider (Paul), Michelle Ringer (Kolt), Matt Johnson (Jaci), John Morris (Reannon), and Melissa Lee, 14 great-grandchildren and one brother, Dennis Lee Deines of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family has chosen cremation. A private family service will be held at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414, NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Donald Dean Deines

Kang Cha Compton, age 80, of Milford, Kansas, died June 15, 2021, at her residence. She was born November 28, 1940, in Korea. Mrs. Compton was the owner and operator of several businesses including a bar in South Dakota, dry clean laundry pick-up station in Grandview, MO, and a family restaurant in Belton, Missouri. She was married to Eugene Allan Compton in August of 1990, in Jackson County, MO. Mr. Compton survives of the home. Additional survivors include her two sons: Reggie and Damon Parker; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 24th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 25th, at the Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Kansas City, MO. Mrs. Compton will be buried next to her mother Kumcho No. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502, is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kang Cha Compton, age 80, of Milford, Kansas, died June 15, 2021, at her residence. She was born November 28, 1940, in Korea. Mrs. Compton was the owner and operator of several businesses including a bar in South Dakota, dry clean laundry pick-up station in Grandview, MO, and a family restaurant in Belton, Missouri. She was married to Eugene Allan Compton in August of 1990, in Jackson County, MO. Mr. Compton survives of the home. Additional survivors include her two sons: Reggie and Damon Parker; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 24th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 25th, at the Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Kansas City, MO. Mrs. Compton will be buried next to her mother Kumcho No. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502, is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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