Kitty was born on January 8, 1948 to SGM Jackson Lee Corn and Yolanda Bernadette Mickle. Kitty went to be with the Lord June 12, 2021. She married Robert Gary Sugg in 1970 in which they had three children: Michelle, Eric, and Robert “RJ”. She later married USMC retired Gary L Mason, the love of her life. Kitty was very well known in the Manhattan area for many years. She was a talented Beauty Stylist and Cosmetician at Beauty Mart who had many clients who adored her for both her vivacious personality as well as her skills. She later got a job working for KSU as a housekeeper at Moore Hall which she enjoyed very much and became the mom away from home for students in the dorms. They really loved her, she gave them comfort and lots of laughs as well as good advice. Her retirement came and she moved on to being a homemaker in Texas with her husband. She loved her grandchildren and would spend weeks out of the summer in Texas with them where they would swim in the pond. Kitty enjoyed many hobbies such as cake decorating, crocheting, knitting, cooking, and her fun of collecting Teletubby dolls and toys. Courageous as always and even did a Zip line in Punta Canta in her late 60’s although being afraid of heights. Loved road trips and driving in her big truck with the windows down and playing country music, especially Jimmy Buffett (even if it was hot out). Like she would tell me…better put your hair back! She was known for her cabbage rolls and fried pork chops amongst other things. This great lady was a good listener and a generous giving person. Her mother Yolanda, spelled different than her name, was the only known holocaust survivor of her immediate family from Poland. Mrs. Kitty was preceded in death by her parents, and her only two sons: Eric 2000 and RJ 2018. Surviving in the home is her husband, Gary Mason. Surviving family, not including the many friends and extended family: Sister Diana Board (John) of Manhattan, KS, Daughter in law Lora Sugg of Hardin, MO, Daughter Athena ‘Michelle’ Edwards of Derby, KS, Step son USMC Terry Mason (Tara) of Hewitt, TX, Grandson USAF Kristopher Edwards (Katy) of South Korea, Grandson Zachary Edwards -Somsen of Wichita, KS, Grandson Warren Michael Edwards of Derby, KS, Granddaughter Jordyn Mason of Hewitt, TX, Granddaughter Kaylee Michelle Sugg of Hardin, MO, Niece Athena Watters of Las Vegas, NV, Niece Driana Board of Manhattan, KS, great grandchildren Thayden and Hannah Edwards of Rock, KS, great grandchildren Fihnley, Rhett, Rhyse of South Korea. Special former family Aunt Carrie Kleiner of Riley, KS as well as Mary Crawford (Steve), Jill Olller, and Laura Sugg. Special friend and caretaker Ruby Costilla (Hugo) and children Hugo JR, Julian, Sofia, and Mateo (peanut) of Lott, TX. Good friends Betty Seibold and Yvonne Richards, she loved ya’ll!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral Service:&nbsp; 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 26, 2021, Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel 1616 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, Kansas 66502

Memorial Fund:&nbsp; &nbsp; Spina Bifida Association

Kitty was born on January 8, 1948 to SGM Jackson Lee Corn and Yolanda Bernadette Mickle. Kitty went to be with the Lord June 12, 2021. She married Robert Gary Sugg in 1970 in which they had three children: Michelle, Eric, and Robert “RJ”. She later married USMC retired Gary L Mason, the love of her life. Kitty was very well known in the Manhattan area for many years. She was a talented Beauty Stylist and Cosmetician at Beauty Mart who had many clients who adored her for both her vivacious personality as well as her skills. She later got a job working for KSU as a housekeeper at Moore Hall which she enjoyed very much and became the mom away from home for students in the dorms. They really loved her, she gave them comfort and lots of laughs as well as good advice. Her retirement came and she moved on to being a homemaker in Texas with her husband. She loved her grandchildren and would spend weeks out of the summer in Texas with them where they would swim in the pond. Kitty enjoyed many hobbies such as cake decorating, crocheting, knitting, cooking, and her fun of collecting Teletubby dolls and toys. Courageous as always and even did a Zip line in Punta Canta in her late 60’s although being afraid of heights. Loved road trips and driving in her big truck with the windows down and playing country music, especially Jimmy Buffett (even if it was hot out). Like she would tell me…better put your hair back! She was known for her cabbage rolls and fried pork chops amongst other things. This great lady was a good listener and a generous giving person. Her mother Yolanda, spelled different than her name, was the only known holocaust survivor of her immediate family from Poland. Mrs. Kitty was preceded in death by her parents, and her only two sons: Eric 2000 and RJ 2018. Surviving in the home is her husband, Gary Mason. Surviving family, not including the many friends and extended family: Sister Diana Board (John) of Manhattan, KS, Daughter in law Lora Sugg of Hardin, MO, Daughter Athena ‘Michelle’ Edwards of Derby, KS, Step son USMC Terry Mason (Tara) of Hewitt, TX, Grandson USAF Kristopher Edwards (Katy) of South Korea, Grandson Zachary Edwards -Somsen of Wichita, KS, Grandson Warren Michael Edwards of Derby, KS, Granddaughter Jordyn Mason of Hewitt, TX, Granddaughter Kaylee Michelle Sugg of Hardin, MO, Niece Athena Watters of Las Vegas, NV, Niece Driana Board of Manhattan, KS, great grandchildren Thayden and Hannah Edwards of Rock, KS, great grandchildren Fihnley, Rhett, Rhyse of South Korea. Special former family Aunt Carrie Kleiner of Riley, KS as well as Mary Crawford (Steve), Jill Olller, and Laura Sugg. Special friend and caretaker Ruby Costilla (Hugo) and children Hugo JR, Julian, Sofia, and Mateo (peanut) of Lott, TX. Good friends Betty Seibold and Yvonne Richards, she loved ya’ll!&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral Service:&nbsp; 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 26, 2021, Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel 1616 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, Kansas 66502Memorial Fund:&nbsp; &nbsp; Spina Bifida Association

Jolanda Kay "Kitty" Mason

Bud Smithson’s life began on September 30, 1949, in Junction City, the son of Wayne Garvin and Marvella (Burns) Smithson. He grew up on his family farm near Delavan, Kansas, and graduated from Wilsey High School in 1967. On February 20, 1970, Bud was united in marriage to Roxie Bruckner of Delavan.&nbsp; In 1967, Bud began his career as a professional truck driver working for the Missouri-Pacific Truck Lines in Kansas City, Missouri. He returned to the family farm and continued his career with Woolworths, Churchill Truck Lines, and Yellow Freight Lines. In 2005, Bud retired with the Teamsters local 696 after a combined 38 years of service. Bud was a life-long farmer, the job he enjoyed the most. He served his community as the treasurer of the Grandview Township No. 7 and as a volunteer firefighter on the Delavan Fire Department. He was a proud NRA member, retired Teamsters Local 696 member, and supported the Quail and Upland Wildlife Federation. Bud was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time at the lake camping and boating. Later in life, Bud and Roxie enjoyed traveling the country. 

Bud’s greatest joy was his family, including his wife Roxie Smithson of the home; their children Dan (Kathy) Smithson of Kearney, MO, and Casey (April) Smithson of Wamego; grandchildren Tyler (Mercedes) Anders, Bailey Smithson, Jenna Smithson, and Dalton Smithson; great-granddaughter Zoey Anders; his sister Sandra McKinnon of Ferndale, MI; brother-in-law Dean Gutsch of Burdick; sister-in-law Donna Smithson of Huntington Beach, CA and many nieces and nephews.

 Bud, age 71, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at Salina Regional Hospital.  He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Shirley Gutsch and Wayne “Butch” Smithson, and brother-in-law Bob McKinnon.

 Bud’s family will gather with friends at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 26 at the Delavan Community Center for his memorial service, led by Pastor Clarence Sumner. Bud will be laid to rest in the Delavan Cemetery following the service. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in Bud’s name may be directed to the Delavan Fire Department in care of the funeral home.

Bud Smithson’s life began on September 30, 1949, in Junction City, the son of Wayne Garvin and Marvella (Burns) Smithson. He grew up on his family farm near Delavan, Kansas, and graduated from Wilsey High School in 1967. On February 20, 1970, Bud was united in marriage to Roxie Bruckner of Delavan.&nbsp; In 1967, Bud began his career as a professional truck driver working for the Missouri-Pacific Truck Lines in Kansas City, Missouri. He returned to the family farm and continued his career with Woolworths, Churchill Truck Lines, and Yellow Freight Lines. In 2005, Bud retired with the Teamsters local 696 after a combined 38 years of service. Bud was a life-long farmer, the job he enjoyed the most. He served his community as the treasurer of the Grandview Township No. 7 and as a volunteer firefighter on the Delavan Fire Department. He was a proud NRA member, retired Teamsters Local 696 member, and supported the Quail and Upland Wildlife Federation. Bud was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time at the lake camping and boating. Later in life, Bud and Roxie enjoyed traveling the country. Bud’s greatest joy was his family, including his wife Roxie Smithson of the home; their children Dan (Kathy) Smithson of Kearney, MO, and Casey (April) Smithson of Wamego; grandchildren Tyler (Mercedes) Anders, Bailey Smithson, Jenna Smithson, and Dalton Smithson; great-granddaughter Zoey Anders; his sister Sandra McKinnon of Ferndale, MI; brother-in-law Dean Gutsch of Burdick; sister-in-law Donna Smithson of Huntington Beach, CA and many nieces and nephews. Bud, age 71, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at Salina Regional Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Shirley Gutsch and Wayne “Butch” Smithson, and brother-in-law Bob McKinnon. Bud’s family will gather with friends at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 26 at the Delavan Community Center for his memorial service, led by Pastor Clarence Sumner. Bud will be laid to rest in the Delavan Cemetery following the service. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Bud’s name may be directed to the Delavan Fire Department in care of the funeral home.

William "Bud" Burns Smithson September 30, 1949 ~ June 17, 2021 (age 71)

Adam was born to Wilmer and Alvera (Classen) Thiessen on March 3, 1986, in Newton, Kansas. He graduated from Berean Academy in 2005 and attended one year at Frontier School of the Bible in LaGrange, Wyoming. There he met Jenna Eliza Nageotte and they were married on July 21, 2007 in Guysmills, Pennsylvania. Adam enjoyed the outdoors, working with cattle, and riding horse. His dream from little on was to have a ranch someday. Beyond the normal duties of operating a ranch, he enjoyed woodworking, welding, and being a member of the NRA. Living and working on the ranch provided him with one of his greatest joys: spending time with his wifeand kids. He trusted Jesus as his Savior when he was 5 years old and was baptized at Emmaus Church as a youth. As an adult, he and his family attended Hope Community Church.

His loving family includes his wife, Jenna; children, Wyatt (12), Daniel (9), Cole (8), and Jeannette (5) Thiessen all of the home; parents, Wilmer and Alvera Thiessen, brothers and their wives, Doug and Crystal Thiessen, Joe and Charisa Thiessen all of the Whitewater area; sister and her husband, Karen and Chad Williams of Atlantic, Iowa and many nieces, nephews andcousins. Adam passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the age of 35 years old.

His family will gather to greet friends on Tuesday, June 22 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. with a memorial service following at 11:00 a.m. This celebration of life will be held at Hope Community Church, 1831 E, 21st Street, Andover, Kansas 67002.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to The Adam Thiessen Children’s Memorial Fund in care of Community National Bank and Trust, 207 N. Washington, Burns, Kansas 66840.

Adam was born to Wilmer and Alvera (Classen) Thiessen on March 3, 1986, in Newton, Kansas. He graduated from Berean Academy in 2005 and attended one year at Frontier School of the Bible in LaGrange, Wyoming. There he met Jenna Eliza Nageotte and they were married on July 21, 2007 in Guysmills, Pennsylvania. Adam enjoyed the outdoors, working with cattle, and riding horse. His dream from little on was to have a ranch someday. Beyond the normal duties of operating a ranch, he enjoyed woodworking, welding, and being a member of the NRA. Living and working on the ranch provided him with one of his greatest joys: spending time with his wifeand kids. He trusted Jesus as his Savior when he was 5 years old and was baptized at Emmaus Church as a youth. As an adult, he and his family attended Hope Community Church.His loving family includes his wife, Jenna; children, Wyatt (12), Daniel (9), Cole (8), and Jeannette (5) Thiessen all of the home; parents, Wilmer and Alvera Thiessen, brothers and their wives, Doug and Crystal Thiessen, Joe and Charisa Thiessen all of the Whitewater area; sister and her husband, Karen and Chad Williams of Atlantic, Iowa and many nieces, nephews andcousins. Adam passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the age of 35 years old.His family will gather to greet friends on Tuesday, June 22 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. with a memorial service following at 11:00 a.m. This celebration of life will be held at Hope Community Church, 1831 E, 21st Street, Andover, Kansas 67002.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to The Adam Thiessen Children’s Memorial Fund in care of Community National Bank and Trust, 207 N. Washington, Burns, Kansas 66840.

Adam James Thiessen - March 3, 1986June 15, 2021 (age 35)

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

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

Sidney L. "Butter" Thomas, Jr. - 1985-2021

Junior L. Clark, 87, of Wamego, Kansas passed away November 12, 2020 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.

Junior was born September 8, 1933 in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Leland and Hazel (Campbell) Clark.&nbsp; He attended school in Beloit and graduated from Beloit High School in 1952.

On February 7, 1954, Junior was united in marriage to Kathleen Studer at the Zion Lutheran Church in Beloit.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by Kathleen on May 28, 2018.&nbsp; To this union were born five children.&nbsp; He is survived by those five children:&nbsp; Jeanne Bowen (Ed) of Wamego, KS, Jennifer Oskarson (Dan) of Wamego, KS, Jay Clark (Kim) of Wamego, KS, Jeff Clark (Cindy) of Wichita, KS, and Janelle Wolf (Bill) of Manhattan , KS; 10 grandchildren:&nbsp; Adam Bowen (Abby), Amy Stubblefield (Aaron), Ann Ten Eyck (Mark), Emily Humm (Andrew), Will Clark (Sydney), Nicole Clark, Tyler Clark, Hallie Kristalyn (Seth), Hayden Wolf (Andrea), Elise Wolf; and 9 great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Bradley, Aubrey, and CC Bowen, Avery and Myles Stubblefield, Cara and Camryn Ten Eyck, Gwendolyn Kristalyn, Hannah Humm.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Emmot, and a brother Donald Clark.

For the majority of his working career Junior was the General Manager of Wamego Telephone Company now WTC, from 1960-1998.&nbsp; He also served on WTC’s Board of Directors for 58 years.&nbsp; During his sixty years in Wamego, Junior served and dedicated his time to many activities in the community.&nbsp; He served on many boards, including the Wamego Recreation Commission, Wamego Country Club, and First National Bank.&nbsp; He also served as the Mayor of Wamego as well as being selected Citizen of the Year.

Junior had a passion for golf.&nbsp; If he wasn’t at home he could be found on the course. He was club champion numerous times.&nbsp; This passion for golf was passed down through the generations.&nbsp; He and Kathleen seldom missed any game, program, or birthday of any of the grandkids as well as great-grandkids.&nbsp; He was definitely a family man as well as a loving husband.

A celebration of his life will be held on Monday, July 5, 2021, from 3:00&nbsp; until 6:00 p.m. at the Iron Clad in Wamego, Kansas.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the First United Methodist Church, or, Wamego Community Foundation Junior &amp; Kathleen Clark Memorial.&nbsp; These will be distributed according to needs of the community of Wamego.&nbsp; These may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego KS 66547.

Junior L. Clark, 87, of Wamego, Kansas passed away November 12, 2020 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.Junior was born September 8, 1933 in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Leland and Hazel (Campbell) Clark.&nbsp; He attended school in Beloit and graduated from Beloit High School in 1952.On February 7, 1954, Junior was united in marriage to Kathleen Studer at the Zion Lutheran Church in Beloit.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by Kathleen on May 28, 2018.&nbsp; To this union were born five children.&nbsp; He is survived by those five children:&nbsp; Jeanne Bowen (Ed) of Wamego, KS, Jennifer Oskarson (Dan) of Wamego, KS, Jay Clark (Kim) of Wamego, KS, Jeff Clark (Cindy) of Wichita, KS, and Janelle Wolf (Bill) of Manhattan , KS; 10 grandchildren:&nbsp; Adam Bowen (Abby), Amy Stubblefield (Aaron), Ann Ten Eyck (Mark), Emily Humm (Andrew), Will Clark (Sydney), Nicole Clark, Tyler Clark, Hallie Kristalyn (Seth), Hayden Wolf (Andrea), Elise Wolf; and 9 great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Bradley, Aubrey, and CC Bowen, Avery and Myles Stubblefield, Cara and Camryn Ten Eyck, Gwendolyn Kristalyn, Hannah Humm.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Emmot, and a brother Donald Clark.For the majority of his working career Junior was the General Manager of Wamego Telephone Company now WTC, from 1960-1998.&nbsp; He also served on WTC’s Board of Directors for 58 years.&nbsp; During his sixty years in Wamego, Junior served and dedicated his time to many activities in the community.&nbsp; He served on many boards, including the Wamego Recreation Commission, Wamego Country Club, and First National Bank.&nbsp; He also served as the Mayor of Wamego as well as being selected Citizen of the Year.Junior had a passion for golf.&nbsp; If he wasn’t at home he could be found on the course. He was club champion numerous times.&nbsp; This passion for golf was passed down through the generations.&nbsp; He and Kathleen seldom missed any game, program, or birthday of any of the grandkids as well as great-grandkids.&nbsp; He was definitely a family man as well as a loving husband.A celebration of his life will be held on Monday, July 5, 2021, from 3:00&nbsp; until 6:00 p.m. at the Iron Clad in Wamego, Kansas.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the First United Methodist Church, or, Wamego Community Foundation Junior &amp; Kathleen Clark Memorial.&nbsp; These will be distributed according to needs of the community of Wamego.&nbsp; These may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego KS 66547.

Junior L. Clark

Yolanda Jo Baker, 55, of Wamego, died Sunday, June 13, 2021.  She was a long-time resident of the community.  Complete obituary information is pending and will be announced.

Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home - Wamego

Yolanda Jo Baker, 55, of Wamego, died Sunday, June 13, 2021. She was a long-time resident of the community. Complete obituary information is pending and will be announced.VisitationCampanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home - Wamego<ul>
 <li>Tuesday, June 22, 2021</li><li>&nbsp;6:00 PM - 8:00 PM</li><li>&nbsp;4370 Salzer Rd. &amp; Hwy 24 &nbsp;Wamego, Kansas 66547</li><li>In-State beginning at 3:00 p.m.</li>
 </ul>ServiceCampanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home - Wamego<ul>
 <li>&nbsp;Wednesday, June 23, 2021</li><li>&nbsp;10:30 a.m.</li>
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Yolanda Jo Baker

Helen Louise Ervin, was born Jan. 7, 1927 in Abilene, Kansas in the house the family homesteaded since the early 1900’s. She grew up in Abilene and various places in Iowa. She is the oldest of 10 children born to Mearl and Flossie Yorgensen.&nbsp; She passed away from a short illness June 15, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. She married Fred Roberg and had one daughter, Dianne Eileen Henderson. Helen married Ralph Ervin in 1955 and they had one daughter, Connie Jo (Ervin) Peck. They were married 34 years. She has been a widow for 32 years.

Throughout her life, she enjoyed family, camping, boating, fishing, traveling, bowling, playing cards, church and volunteer work at Geary Community Hospital as well as at a hospital in Arizona during the winters where she lived. In 2016, her health moved her from her home to live with Connie and Larry until April of 2021 when she moved in to Brookdale Senior Living until her death. She is survived by her daughter Connie (Larry) Peck of Junction City; two sisters, Lois Yorgensen, Phoenix, Arizona and Judy (Jerry) Jones, San Antonio, Texas and two brothers, Bernard Yorgensen, Mayer, Arizona and Mearl, Jr. (Rose) Yorgensen, Palo, Iowa; grandsons Justin Peck, Aaron Peck, Chris (Gina)Potter and Bryan Erich, granddaughters Danielle (Earnest) Buffin, Las Vegas, Nevada, Whitney Peck, Tirana, Albania, Kistin (Patrick)Ballou, Bellevue, Idaho and Michelle Ervin, Florida, and great grandsons Kai Potter and Kelly Henderson and many nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her parents Mearl and Flossie Yorgensen, husband Ralph Ervin, step-son and wife, Michael and Irene Ervin, daughter Dianne Henderson, two brothers, Fred and Floyd and three sisters, Dorothy Peterson, LaVerne Reese, and Deloris Sharp.

Memorials can be given in her name to JCNaz Church Missions at 1025 S. Washington, Junction City, Kansas 66441.

Service:&nbsp; Friday, July 2, 2021 at 10:00 a.m., Junction City Church of the Nazarene

Interment:&nbsp; Highland Cemetery, Junction City, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen Louise Ervin, was born Jan. 7, 1927 in Abilene, Kansas in the house the family homesteaded since the early 1900’s. She grew up in Abilene and various places in Iowa. She is the oldest of 10 children born to Mearl and Flossie Yorgensen.&nbsp; She passed away from a short illness June 15, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. She married Fred Roberg and had one daughter, Dianne Eileen Henderson. Helen married Ralph Ervin in 1955 and they had one daughter, Connie Jo (Ervin) Peck. They were married 34 years. She has been a widow for 32 years. Throughout her life, she enjoyed family, camping, boating, fishing, traveling, bowling, playing cards, church and volunteer work at Geary Community Hospital as well as at a hospital in Arizona during the winters where she lived. In 2016, her health moved her from her home to live with Connie and Larry until April of 2021 when she moved in to Brookdale Senior Living until her death. She is survived by her daughter Connie (Larry) Peck of Junction City; two sisters, Lois Yorgensen, Phoenix, Arizona and Judy (Jerry) Jones, San Antonio, Texas and two brothers, Bernard Yorgensen, Mayer, Arizona and Mearl, Jr. (Rose) Yorgensen, Palo, Iowa; grandsons Justin Peck, Aaron Peck, Chris (Gina)Potter and Bryan Erich, granddaughters Danielle (Earnest) Buffin, Las Vegas, Nevada, Whitney Peck, Tirana, Albania, Kistin (Patrick)Ballou, Bellevue, Idaho and Michelle Ervin, Florida, and great grandsons Kai Potter and Kelly Henderson and many nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her parents Mearl and Flossie Yorgensen, husband Ralph Ervin, step-son and wife, Michael and Irene Ervin, daughter Dianne Henderson, two brothers, Fred and Floyd and three sisters, Dorothy Peterson, LaVerne Reese, and Deloris Sharp. Memorials can be given in her name to JCNaz Church Missions at 1025 S. Washington, Junction City, Kansas 66441.Service:&nbsp; Friday, July 2, 2021 at 10:00 a.m., Junction City Church of the NazareneInterment:&nbsp; Highland Cemetery, Junction City, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen Louise Ervin

David’s life began on January 13, 1962 in Marion.  He was the son of Elred “Bud” Zeiner and Flora (Hoemer) Martin and step father Richard Martin.   He was united in marriage to the former Mary Nault on September 10, 2006 in Herington.  David was a “Jack of all Trades”.  He worked in the oil fields as a young man and for area farmers.  David loved putting things together and was very handy.  He enjoyed painting, woodworking, fixing up his house and doing mechanics work.  David served his country briefly in the United States Army before being issued a medical discharge.

  He is survived by his wife Mary Zeiner of Herington, siblings Linda (Tim) Douglas of Abilene, Flora (Dale) English of Paducah, KY, Vera Davis of Junction City, Betty Wheeler of Herington, and Tommy Zeiner and several nieces and nephews.

  David passed away at his home on Saturday June 12, 2021.  He is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Butchy and John Zeiner.

  David’s family will gather with friends on Thursday June 17th from 3-5 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home where his funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. led by Pastor Lorenzo Jackson.  David will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery at a later date.  Memorial contributions in David’s name may be directed to Mary in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

David’s life began on January 13, 1962 in Marion. He was the son of Elred “Bud” Zeiner and Flora (Hoemer) Martin and step father Richard Martin. He was united in marriage to the former Mary Nault on September 10, 2006 in Herington. David was a “Jack of all Trades”. He worked in the oil fields as a young man and for area farmers. David loved putting things together and was very handy. He enjoyed painting, woodworking, fixing up his house and doing mechanics work. David served his country briefly in the United States Army before being issued a medical discharge. He is survived by his wife Mary Zeiner of Herington, siblings Linda (Tim) Douglas of Abilene, Flora (Dale) English of Paducah, KY, Vera Davis of Junction City, Betty Wheeler of Herington, and Tommy Zeiner and several nieces and nephews. David passed away at his home on Saturday June 12, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Butchy and John Zeiner. David’s family will gather with friends on Thursday June 17th from 3-5 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home where his funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. led by Pastor Lorenzo Jackson. David will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions in David’s name may be directed to Mary in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

David Lee Zeiner - January 13, 1962-June 12, 2021 (age 59)

Gloria J. Krumwiede, 72, of Junction City, KS, formerly of Ft. Wayne, IN passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Ft. Wayne, IN. Gloria was born January 30, 1949, in Ft. Wayne, IN the daughter of L. John and Druscilla (Lugibihl) Roose. She graduated from North Side High School with the class of 1966. She attended Indiana Business College. Gloria worked for Kent County Airport in Grand Rapids, MI, United States Custom Services in Indianapolis and later as a billing clerk for Fed Ex in Indianapolis. She enjoyed volunteering at her daughter's schools. She was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne, IN before moving on to the Zion Lutheran Church near Grand Rapids, MI. She married Allen L. Krumwiede October 28, 1967, in Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Ft. Wayne, IN. Survivors include her husband Allen of the home; one son, Michael A. Krumwiede of Greencastle, IN; one daughter, Shannon Jones and husband Michael of Junction City, KS; one brother, Walter Roose of Ft. Wayne, IN; five, grandchildren, Heather, Nicklaus, Rebecca, Zachariah and Alexandra; one great-grandson, Dallas. She was preceded in death by her parents; one grandson, Ricky and one daughter-in-law, Kathy

Gloria J. Krumwiede, 72, of Junction City, KS, formerly of Ft. Wayne, IN passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Ft. Wayne, IN. Gloria was born January 30, 1949, in Ft. Wayne, IN the daughter of L. John and Druscilla (Lugibihl) Roose. She graduated from North Side High School with the class of 1966. She attended Indiana Business College. Gloria worked for Kent County Airport in Grand Rapids, MI, United States Custom Services in Indianapolis and later as a billing clerk for Fed Ex in Indianapolis. She enjoyed volunteering at her daughter's schools. She was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne, IN before moving on to the Zion Lutheran Church near Grand Rapids, MI. She married Allen L. Krumwiede October 28, 1967, in Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Ft. Wayne, IN. Survivors include her husband Allen of the home; one son, Michael A. Krumwiede of Greencastle, IN; one daughter, Shannon Jones and husband Michael of Junction City, KS; one brother, Walter Roose of Ft. Wayne, IN; five, grandchildren, Heather, Nicklaus, Rebecca, Zachariah and Alexandra; one great-grandson, Dallas. She was preceded in death by her parents; one grandson, Ricky and one daughter-in-law, Kathy

Gloria J. Krumwiede

Carolyn D. Brumfield 72, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Saturday June 12, 2021 while under Hospice care at Villa Christi Village. A funeral service will take place at 1:00 p.m., Friday June 18, 2021 at Second Missionary Baptist Church. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021, at the Johnson Funeral Home 203 N. Washington Street. She was born on March 26, 1949 in Atkins, Arkansas to Alphonso and Asalene (Templeton) Jefferson. Carolyn was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church. On June 10, 2006 she married Paul Brumfield, Paul and Carolyn lived in Junction City, Kansas. Carolyn embarked on 3 separate professional careers. She started as an LPN nurse in 1969 in the Kansas City area working for KU Medical center for several years. Carolyn then began a career in the railroad industry working for Missouri Pacific railroad. She served as a brake person and a engineer while in the railroad industry. She relocated to New Mexico in 1983 and was educated in the culinary arts. She began cooking professionally and took a job to manage the food services at Ellsworth correctional Facility in Ellsworth KS. She retired from work in 2004 and moved back to Junction City. Carolyn is survived by her loving husband, Paul of Junction City: two sons, Richard Jefferson and wife DeAngelia, Rickie Jefferson and wife Heather all of Wichita, KS. One brother, Alphonso (Jaquelin) Jefferson of Junction City, one sister, Loretta Smith of Junction City. Five grandchildren, Brittany Jefferson, Aaron Jefferson, Mia Jefferson, Isaiah Jefferson and Corey Jefferson. Carolyn is also survived by several loving nieces and nephews as well. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Alfretta Du-Bois and one grandchild Patrick Buzay.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carolyn D. Brumfield 72, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Saturday June 12, 2021 while under Hospice care at Villa Christi Village. A funeral service will take place at 1:00 p.m., Friday June 18, 2021 at Second Missionary Baptist Church. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021, at the Johnson Funeral Home 203 N. Washington Street. She was born on March 26, 1949 in Atkins, Arkansas to Alphonso and Asalene (Templeton) Jefferson. Carolyn was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church. On June 10, 2006 she married Paul Brumfield, Paul and Carolyn lived in Junction City, Kansas. Carolyn embarked on 3 separate professional careers. She started as an LPN nurse in 1969 in the Kansas City area working for KU Medical center for several years. Carolyn then began a career in the railroad industry working for Missouri Pacific railroad. She served as a brake person and a engineer while in the railroad industry. She relocated to New Mexico in 1983 and was educated in the culinary arts. She began cooking professionally and took a job to manage the food services at Ellsworth correctional Facility in Ellsworth KS. She retired from work in 2004 and moved back to Junction City. Carolyn is survived by her loving husband, Paul of Junction City: two sons, Richard Jefferson and wife DeAngelia, Rickie Jefferson and wife Heather all of Wichita, KS. One brother, Alphonso (Jaquelin) Jefferson of Junction City, one sister, Loretta Smith of Junction City. Five grandchildren, Brittany Jefferson, Aaron Jefferson, Mia Jefferson, Isaiah Jefferson and Corey Jefferson. Carolyn is also survived by several loving nieces and nephews as well. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Alfretta Du-Bois and one grandchild Patrick Buzay.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carolyn D. Brumfield

Donald Lee Stuteville, age 90, of Manhattan, died Wednesday June 9, 2021 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. He was born on September 7, 1930, on the family farm near Okeene, Oklahoma, the son of Martin Harry Stuteville and Mayme Lee (Herriman) Stuteville. In 1942 his family moved to a farm near Parsons, Kansas, where Don attended a one-room school during grade 7 and 8, and met his future wife. In 1948 he graduated from Parsons High, where he was active in 4-H and also in FFA. He served as the FFA Chapter President for 2 years, he earned the State Farmer Degree, and then also served as the Secretary of the Kansas FFA Association. Don attended Parsons Junior College and graduated in 1950. On September 7, 1952 Don was married to Lorene J. Dringenberg at the First Christian Church of Parsons. Lorene currently resides at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. While farming he worked at the Kansas Ordinance Plant near Parsons and later also at the MKT Railroad Shops. He served four years in the US Army MPC; 2 years at the Parsons Reserve Unit and 2 years (1952-1954) on active duty during the Korean War. During this service Don developed lower back weakness, that prevented him from driving the tractor and other farm work. He spent the summer of 1954 in the Wichita Veterans Hospital, where his back issues persisted and he was advised to pursue a more back friendly occupation. Don returned to Parsons and took additional college preparatory courses at the Junior College. Don enrolled at Kansas State University in 1956 and in 1959, he earned his bachelor’s degree, with high honors, in Agriculture. During this time his back problems diminished permitting him to resume farming at Parsons. With success at judging in 4-H and FFA, Don competed for membership on the KSU Poultry and Crops Teams. He made both, which placed first and second respectively at the Chicago International Show. From 1959 to 1961, with the aid of a National Science Fellowship Award, Don earned a Master’s Degree in Agriculture at K-State, with research involving alfalfa pathology. Following his thesis seminar, faculty member Dr. Leon Edmunds asked Don his future plans and suggested that he attend the University of Wisconsin Madison. In Spring of 1964 Don received his Ph.D. in Plant Pathology and accepted an Assistant Professorship at K-State, responsible for teaching and pathology research on turf, fruits and vegetables. A couple of years later, Don was asked to join an alfalfa improvement team composed of USDA Breeder Edgar Sorensen (Don’s advisor for his Master’s research) and entomologists to develop pest and disease resistant cultivars and germplasms. Don was extremely proud of the fact that he had the respect and friendship of all his students, including a few in the department who were incompatible with their original advisors. Don was asked to serve as a faculty advisor for the Thai Student Club, where he served for several years beyond his retirement. Don was a longtime member of the First Christian Church of Manhattan, since his days as a student at KSU. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters, Edith Bailey and Patricia Erskin. Don is survived by his wife Lorene, his daughter Susan Ann Carlson (Mike), his sons Donald Brian Stuteville, and Robert Vincent Stuteville (Becky); also, his grandchildren Jessica, and Eric Carlson, Erin and Alec Stuteville, and Chomphunut Stuteville. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 7:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 18 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

Donald Lee Stuteville, age 90, of Manhattan, died Wednesday June 9, 2021 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. He was born on September 7, 1930, on the family farm near Okeene, Oklahoma, the son of Martin Harry Stuteville and Mayme Lee (Herriman) Stuteville. In 1942 his family moved to a farm near Parsons, Kansas, where Don attended a one-room school during grade 7 and 8, and met his future wife. In 1948 he graduated from Parsons High, where he was active in 4-H and also in FFA. He served as the FFA Chapter President for 2 years, he earned the State Farmer Degree, and then also served as the Secretary of the Kansas FFA Association. Don attended Parsons Junior College and graduated in 1950. On September 7, 1952 Don was married to Lorene J. Dringenberg at the First Christian Church of Parsons. Lorene currently resides at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. While farming he worked at the Kansas Ordinance Plant near Parsons and later also at the MKT Railroad Shops. He served four years in the US Army MPC; 2 years at the Parsons Reserve Unit and 2 years (1952-1954) on active duty during the Korean War. During this service Don developed lower back weakness, that prevented him from driving the tractor and other farm work. He spent the summer of 1954 in the Wichita Veterans Hospital, where his back issues persisted and he was advised to pursue a more back friendly occupation. Don returned to Parsons and took additional college preparatory courses at the Junior College. Don enrolled at Kansas State University in 1956 and in 1959, he earned his bachelor’s degree, with high honors, in Agriculture. During this time his back problems diminished permitting him to resume farming at Parsons. With success at judging in 4-H and FFA, Don competed for membership on the KSU Poultry and Crops Teams. He made both, which placed first and second respectively at the Chicago International Show. From 1959 to 1961, with the aid of a National Science Fellowship Award, Don earned a Master’s Degree in Agriculture at K-State, with research involving alfalfa pathology. Following his thesis seminar, faculty member Dr. Leon Edmunds asked Don his future plans and suggested that he attend the University of Wisconsin Madison. In Spring of 1964 Don received his Ph.D. in Plant Pathology and accepted an Assistant Professorship at K-State, responsible for teaching and pathology research on turf, fruits and vegetables. A couple of years later, Don was asked to join an alfalfa improvement team composed of USDA Breeder Edgar Sorensen (Don’s advisor for his Master’s research) and entomologists to develop pest and disease resistant cultivars and germplasms. Don was extremely proud of the fact that he had the respect and friendship of all his students, including a few in the department who were incompatible with their original advisors. Don was asked to serve as a faculty advisor for the Thai Student Club, where he served for several years beyond his retirement. Don was a longtime member of the First Christian Church of Manhattan, since his days as a student at KSU. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters, Edith Bailey and Patricia Erskin. Don is survived by his wife Lorene, his daughter Susan Ann Carlson (Mike), his sons Donald Brian Stuteville, and Robert Vincent Stuteville (Becky); also, his grandchildren Jessica, and Eric Carlson, Erin and Alec Stuteville, and Chomphunut Stuteville. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 7:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 17 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 18 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

Donald Lee Stuteville

Barbara Anne Harlan died April 2 after a long battle with a Parkinson’s like illness. She was born March 18, 1938, in Pottawatomie County to Vernon and Wanetta (Schleif) Smith. A graduate of St. George High School, Barbara lived in Manhattan and Topeka before moving to Houston in 1967. She worked as an administrative assistant at private and public schools in Houston before retiring in 2004. After retirement, she worked two hurricane seasons for the Federal Emergency Management Agency in Denton, Texas. She returned to Manhattan in December 2013. Barbara was a gifted pianist, an avid dancer and a ruthless Scrabble player. She was preceded in death by her parents and her oldest brother, James Smith of Manhattan. She is survived by her four children: Christi Harlan of Washington, D.C.; Brenda O’Shea of Munster, Ind.; Robert Harlan of Austin, Texas; and Jennifer Harlan of Manhattan, as well as their father, Loyd W. Harlan of Houston. She is also survived by her sister, Aileen, and husband Lawrence Garvin of Columbia, Mo.; her brother, Delbert, and wife Donna Smith of Manhattan; as well as sister-in-law Frances Smith, also of Manhattan; 13 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 7th, at the Zeandale Community Church. Memorial gifts can be made to the Good Samaritan Fund at Meadowlark Hills, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan KS 66502.

Barbara Anne Harlan died April 2 after a long battle with a Parkinson’s like illness. She was born March 18, 1938, in Pottawatomie County to Vernon and Wanetta (Schleif) Smith. A graduate of St. George High School, Barbara lived in Manhattan and Topeka before moving to Houston in 1967. She worked as an administrative assistant at private and public schools in Houston before retiring in 2004. After retirement, she worked two hurricane seasons for the Federal Emergency Management Agency in Denton, Texas. She returned to Manhattan in December 2013. Barbara was a gifted pianist, an avid dancer and a ruthless Scrabble player. She was preceded in death by her parents and her oldest brother, James Smith of Manhattan. She is survived by her four children: Christi Harlan of Washington, D.C.; Brenda O’Shea of Munster, Ind.; Robert Harlan of Austin, Texas; and Jennifer Harlan of Manhattan, as well as their father, Loyd W. Harlan of Houston. She is also survived by her sister, Aileen, and husband Lawrence Garvin of Columbia, Mo.; her brother, Delbert, and wife Donna Smith of Manhattan; as well as sister-in-law Frances Smith, also of Manhattan; 13 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 7th, at the Zeandale Community Church. Memorial gifts can be made to the Good Samaritan Fund at Meadowlark Hills, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan KS 66502.

Barbara Anne Harlan

Edward Faiola, age 89, of Manhattan, died June 12, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born April 15, 1932, in Westerly, RI, the son of Innocenzo and Maria (Zomparelli) Faiola. Ed attended Westerly High School in Westerly, RI, and finished his high school education while stationed in Berlin, Germany in 1950. He enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 17 on 26 July 1949. He retired at age 37 on 1 October 1969 with 20 years of active duty with his rank of Master Sergeant. He was awarded with the Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Mr. Faiola served two tours in Germany, two tours in Korea and one in Vietnam with the 1st Infantry Division 1967-1968. He volunteered for Korea as his last year of service before retiring. He was a First Sergeant while serving in Vietnam and Korea. He served almost 16 years with the 1st Infantry Division. Upon retirement from the Army, Mr. Faiola worked at McCall Pattern Company from 1969 to 1990, and was the group leader for shipping and receiving. Ed loved playing golf at the Fort Riley Golf Course with his friends, active military and retired, and civilians. He also enjoyed playing at Stagg Hill Golf Course in Manhattan, and enjoyed visiting with Jim Gregory and Darrel Penland. Ed had four holes in one, and called them his “DAGO” shots, “DAGO” in or “DAGO” out. He was a member of American Legion Post #17 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1786. He married Linda Sue Gibbs, of Beloit, KS, in Manhattan, KS, on 27 May 1983. She preceded him in death on 16 January 2001. Also preceded him in death were his parents, one son Paul named after his brother; five siblings: Roy, Amillo, Robert, his twin brother Paul, who was killed while serving in the U.S. Army, and his sister Rita Clark; and one grandson John Brouhard. Survivors include his son Edward Dale Faiola and his wife Janice of Wamego, KS; three granddaughters: Tarah Elston (Justin), Ashley Faiola and Jessica Johnson; two step-daughters: Nikki Lin Gibbs and her cat Cuddles, and Jaynie Campanini (Robert); and seven great grandchildren: Aiden, Kyla, Colby, Sara, Christopher, Zachary and Nicole. Cremation is planned with the family to have a private service at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Grace Baptist Church or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Edward Faiola, age 89, of Manhattan, died June 12, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born April 15, 1932, in Westerly, RI, the son of Innocenzo and Maria (Zomparelli) Faiola. Ed attended Westerly High School in Westerly, RI, and finished his high school education while stationed in Berlin, Germany in 1950. He enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 17 on 26 July 1949. He retired at age 37 on 1 October 1969 with 20 years of active duty with his rank of Master Sergeant. He was awarded with the Bronze Star Medal and other awards. Mr. Faiola served two tours in Germany, two tours in Korea and one in Vietnam with the 1st Infantry Division 1967-1968. He volunteered for Korea as his last year of service before retiring. He was a First Sergeant while serving in Vietnam and Korea. He served almost 16 years with the 1st Infantry Division. Upon retirement from the Army, Mr. Faiola worked at McCall Pattern Company from 1969 to 1990, and was the group leader for shipping and receiving. Ed loved playing golf at the Fort Riley Golf Course with his friends, active military and retired, and civilians. He also enjoyed playing at Stagg Hill Golf Course in Manhattan, and enjoyed visiting with Jim Gregory and Darrel Penland. Ed had four holes in one, and called them his “DAGO” shots, “DAGO” in or “DAGO” out. He was a member of American Legion Post #17 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1786. He married Linda Sue Gibbs, of Beloit, KS, in Manhattan, KS, on 27 May 1983. She preceded him in death on 16 January 2001. Also preceded him in death were his parents, one son Paul named after his brother; five siblings: Roy, Amillo, Robert, his twin brother Paul, who was killed while serving in the U.S. Army, and his sister Rita Clark; and one grandson John Brouhard. Survivors include his son Edward Dale Faiola and his wife Janice of Wamego, KS; three granddaughters: Tarah Elston (Justin), Ashley Faiola and Jessica Johnson; two step-daughters: Nikki Lin Gibbs and her cat Cuddles, and Jaynie Campanini (Robert); and seven great grandchildren: Aiden, Kyla, Colby, Sara, Christopher, Zachary and Nicole. Cremation is planned with the family to have a private service at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Grace Baptist Church or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Edward Faiola

Elaine Beatrice Marshall, 92 of Manhattan passed away Thursday June 11, 2021, at her home in Manhattan. She and her husband had been missionaries for the Evangelical Baptist Missions (EBM) for their entire adult lives. Elaine Beatrice Marshall was born in Norristown, Pennsylvania on September 17, 1928, the daughter of the late George Beswick and Alberta (Himes) Beswick. She was married to David Lane Marshall Sr. on June 12, 1948, in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania. Elaine attended the Bible Institute of Pennsylvania now known as Cairn University, (a Christian University near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). She and her husband traveled as missionaries to Timbuktu, Mali, arriving there in West Africa in 1952. After spending more than 25 years in Timbuktu they returned to the U.S. to lead EBM. They also worked and lived part time in Haiti where they established a grade school, high school, and medical and surgical clinic. Elaine is survived by her daughter-in law, Marilou Marshall and two daughters, Sandra J. Schrader of Bradenton, Florida, and her husband William (Jake); Diane E. Cable of Manhattan, Kansas, and her husband Ted. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband David Sr., son David Jr., granddaughter Stephanie L. Marshall; brother William Beswick, sisters Melba Drake and Ruth Starr.

The family will receive friends from 6pm to 8pm on Wednesday, June 16,2021, at the Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home located at 1370 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday June 17, 2021, at Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Ratliff of Faith Evangelical Free Church officiating. The family request donations to be made in her honor to RESTORE Ministries (South Africa), % CMC, PO Box 219228, Houston, TX 77218, (https://cmcmissions.org ) and/or to Ephraim Orphanage ( (Haiti), 2410 Lakefair Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32317 (https://www.ephraimorphanagehaiti.org/en/ways-to-give/)&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elaine Beatrice Marshall, 92 of Manhattan passed away Thursday June 11, 2021, at her home in Manhattan. She and her husband had been missionaries for the Evangelical Baptist Missions (EBM) for their entire adult lives. Elaine Beatrice Marshall was born in Norristown, Pennsylvania on September 17, 1928, the daughter of the late George Beswick and Alberta (Himes) Beswick. She was married to David Lane Marshall Sr. on June 12, 1948, in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania. Elaine attended the Bible Institute of Pennsylvania now known as Cairn University, (a Christian University near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). She and her husband traveled as missionaries to Timbuktu, Mali, arriving there in West Africa in 1952. After spending more than 25 years in Timbuktu they returned to the U.S. to lead EBM. They also worked and lived part time in Haiti where they established a grade school, high school, and medical and surgical clinic. Elaine is survived by her daughter-in law, Marilou Marshall and two daughters, Sandra J. Schrader of Bradenton, Florida, and her husband William (Jake); Diane E. Cable of Manhattan, Kansas, and her husband Ted. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband David Sr., son David Jr., granddaughter Stephanie L. Marshall; brother William Beswick, sisters Melba Drake and Ruth Starr. The family will receive friends from 6pm to 8pm on Wednesday, June 16,2021, at the Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home located at 1370 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday June 17, 2021, at Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Ratliff of Faith Evangelical Free Church officiating. The family request donations to be made in her honor to RESTORE Ministries (South Africa), % CMC, PO Box 219228, Houston, TX 77218, (https://cmcmissions.org ) and/or to Ephraim Orphanage ( (Haiti), 2410 Lakefair Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32317 (https://www.ephraimorphanagehaiti.org/en/ways-to-give/)&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elaine Beatrice Marshall

Marvin Leroy Brabb, 93, Alta Vista, KS passed away Monday, June 14, 2021 at the Brookeside Retirement Community in Overbrook, KS.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 18th 2021 at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma, KS.&nbsp; A private burial will in the Dwight Cemetery in Dwight, KS.

 Visitation will take place from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 17th at the funeral home.&nbsp; The family has suggested memorials to the Simpson United Methodist Church in Alta Vista, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 126, Alma, KS 66401.

Marvin Leroy Brabb, 93, Alta Vista, KS passed away Monday, June 14, 2021 at the Brookeside Retirement Community in Overbrook, KS.Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 18th 2021 at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma, KS.&nbsp; A private burial will in the Dwight Cemetery in Dwight, KS. Visitation will take place from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 17th at the funeral home.&nbsp; The family has suggested memorials to the Simpson United Methodist Church in Alta Vista, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 126, Alma, KS 66401.

Marvin Leroy Brabb

John Steven True, age 32, passed away June 9, 2021 at Morris County Hospital. He was born October 18, 1988 in Council Grove to John and Loretta (Carpenter) True.

John graduated from Council Grove High School in 2008.&nbsp; He attended Emporia State University and due to health issues, he transferred to Butler County&nbsp;and graduated with an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts. John was an extraordinary person. He always made the very best of any situation. He was a kind and caring individual, always putting others before himself. He loved to laugh, have a good time and spending time with his friends.&nbsp; He enjoyed his dad driving him and his friends in the van to attend concerts.&nbsp; He cherished his family and enjoyed time with his nieces and nephews. He also loved his dog, Chuck.

John was preceded in death by his Grandpa John True and Uncle Brad True. John is survived by his parents John R. and Loretta True, of Council Grove; brothers Jake True, of Council Grove and Cody True and wife Allison, of Herington; sister Sara True, of Council Grove; grandmothers, Karen True and Betty Helton, both of Council Grove; &nbsp;9 nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. John will be sadly missed by all.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2021, with services to begin at 11:00, all to be held at Sawyer Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Sunny Slope Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be sent to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ&nbsp; 07078, which will be used to fund cures and treatments for paralysis.

John Steven True, age 32, passed away June 9, 2021 at Morris County Hospital. He was born October 18, 1988 in Council Grove to John and Loretta (Carpenter) True.John graduated from Council Grove High School in 2008.&nbsp; He attended Emporia State University and due to health issues, he transferred to Butler County&nbsp;and graduated with an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts. John was an extraordinary person. He always made the very best of any situation. He was a kind and caring individual, always putting others before himself. He loved to laugh, have a good time and spending time with his friends.&nbsp; He enjoyed his dad driving him and his friends in the van to attend concerts.&nbsp; He cherished his family and enjoyed time with his nieces and nephews. He also loved his dog, Chuck.John was preceded in death by his Grandpa John True and Uncle Brad True. John is survived by his parents John R. and Loretta True, of Council Grove; brothers Jake True, of Council Grove and Cody True and wife Allison, of Herington; sister Sara True, of Council Grove; grandmothers, Karen True and Betty Helton, both of Council Grove; &nbsp;9 nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. John will be sadly missed by all.A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, 2021, with services to begin at 11:00, all to be held at Sawyer Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Sunny Slope Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be sent to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ&nbsp; 07078, which will be used to fund cures and treatments for paralysis.

John Steven True

Marcelene Adile Cessna, age 89 of Englewood, Florida, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2021 at her residence.

She was born on June 17, 1931 in Leonardville, the daughter of Carl and Edna (Springer) Nilson.

On August 4, 1951 at the Walsburg Lutheran Church, she was married to Delmar B. Cessna.  He preceded her in death on March 18, 2018

Marcelene was a housewife who loved taking care and raising her sons.  She was also a member of the Alliance of Transylvanian Saxons.

She is survived by two sons, Donald Cessna of Englewood, Florida and Scott Cessna of Venice, Florida and two grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Aylene Fowler.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021 at the Walsburg Cemetery.  The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

A memorial has been established for Walsburg Lutheran Church and may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Marcelene Adile Cessna, age 89 of Englewood, Florida, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2021 at her residence.She was born on June 17, 1931 in Leonardville, the daughter of Carl and Edna (Springer) Nilson.On August 4, 1951 at the Walsburg Lutheran Church, she was married to Delmar B. Cessna. He preceded her in death on March 18, 2018Marcelene was a housewife who loved taking care and raising her sons. She was also a member of the Alliance of Transylvanian Saxons.She is survived by two sons, Donald Cessna of Englewood, Florida and Scott Cessna of Venice, Florida and two grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Aylene Fowler.A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021 at the Walsburg Cemetery. The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.A memorial has been established for Walsburg Lutheran Church and may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Marcelene Adile Cessna

Linda Lee Hicks, age 63 of Manhattan, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021 at Via Christi Village.

She was born on August 20, 1957 in Okinawa, Japan to Robert “Bob” and Berniece (Short) Bentley.  She grew up in a military family living in several places before coming to Leonardville where she graduated from Riley County High School in 1975.  She attended Cloud Community College in Concordia where she met and married Gary Hicks of Ellsworth in 1978.  She worked at the Manhattan Mercury for several years before retiring.   

Linda enjoyed reading, playing bingo, and visiting with family and friends.  Linda was a huge Harry Potter fan.  She loved country music and was a fan of George Strait.  She also supported first responders and the military.  She would often pay for a soldier or police officers meal if they came into a restaurant she was eating in.  She got to meet her great granddaughter Adeline before she passed on a surprise visit from Indiana.  She never met a stranger and would talk to anyone.  She was a kind soul and would make you smile on your worst day.

Linda is survived by her daughter Jessica Hicks-Parvin, her son-in-law Josh Parvin of Indiana, her sister Brenda Henderson, brother-in-law Armour Henderson of Missouri, her grandchildren Alana &amp; Dylan Butler, Daniel Parvin and Brandy Enyeart, and Ethan Parvin.  She also had a great granddaughter Adeline Butler of Indiana, nieces and nephews Emily and Mike Huffman of Leonardville, AJ and Tabitha Henderson of Clay Center, and Daisy Henderson of Missouri.  She also leaves behind 12 great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Robert Bentley.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Rev. Keith Wiens officiating.  Burial will follow in the Walsburg Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Linda Lee Hicks, age 63 of Manhattan, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021 at Via Christi Village.She was born on August 20, 1957 in Okinawa, Japan to Robert “Bob” and Berniece (Short) Bentley. She grew up in a military family living in several places before coming to Leonardville where she graduated from Riley County High School in 1975. She attended Cloud Community College in Concordia where she met and married Gary Hicks of Ellsworth in 1978. She worked at the Manhattan Mercury for several years before retiring. Linda enjoyed reading, playing bingo, and visiting with family and friends. Linda was a huge Harry Potter fan. She loved country music and was a fan of George Strait. She also supported first responders and the military. She would often pay for a soldier or police officers meal if they came into a restaurant she was eating in. She got to meet her great granddaughter Adeline before she passed on a surprise visit from Indiana. She never met a stranger and would talk to anyone. She was a kind soul and would make you smile on your worst day.Linda is survived by her daughter Jessica Hicks-Parvin, her son-in-law Josh Parvin of Indiana, her sister Brenda Henderson, brother-in-law Armour Henderson of Missouri, her grandchildren Alana &amp; Dylan Butler, Daniel Parvin and Brandy Enyeart, and Ethan Parvin. She also had a great granddaughter Adeline Butler of Indiana, nieces and nephews Emily and Mike Huffman of Leonardville, AJ and Tabitha Henderson of Clay Center, and Daisy Henderson of Missouri. She also leaves behind 12 great nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Robert Bentley.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Rev. Keith Wiens officiating. Burial will follow in the Walsburg Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Linda Lee Hicks

Clarence Guldner, Jr. passed away June 11, 2021, at the age of 83.&nbsp; He was born July 12, 1937, in Lyons, Kansas to Clarence Demerle Sr. and Edith (Neander) Guldner.&nbsp; His early years were spent farming with his dad.&nbsp; After graduating from Kansas State University he worked for 38 years for the State of Kansas as an Investigator/Entomologist. traveling.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and boating. After arthritis took his ability to participate in these outdoor activities he enjoyed traveling to varies parts of the country.

He married Barbara (Parks) Guldner on January 14, 1961, and she survives at the home. He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Carol Shepherd. Other survivors are his daughter Deborah (Guldner) Harrison of Albuquerque, NM, son, Don Guldner of Abilene, KS, grandchildren, Kristen Scott, Kyle Harrison, Kalyssa Engles, Amberlee Gleason, Chelsi Allison and Andrea Ochoa and 8 great grandchildren.

Clarence was a former member of the Clay Center Eagles Lodge and a long time member of the Clay Center Elks Lodge where he served in numerous positions on both the state and local level. Clarence joined the Elks while living in Lawrence, Kansas before moving to Clay Center, KS in 1972.

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Monday, June 14, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KS

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made to the Clay Center Elks Lodge c/o the funeral home

Clarence Guldner, Jr. passed away June 11, 2021, at the age of 83.&nbsp; He was born July 12, 1937, in Lyons, Kansas to Clarence Demerle Sr. and Edith (Neander) Guldner.&nbsp; His early years were spent farming with his dad.&nbsp; After graduating from Kansas State University he worked for 38 years for the State of Kansas as an Investigator/Entomologist. traveling.He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and boating. After arthritis took his ability to participate in these outdoor activities he enjoyed traveling to varies parts of the country.He married Barbara (Parks) Guldner on January 14, 1961, and she survives at the home. He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Carol Shepherd. Other survivors are his daughter Deborah (Guldner) Harrison of Albuquerque, NM, son, Don Guldner of Abilene, KS, grandchildren, Kristen Scott, Kyle Harrison, Kalyssa Engles, Amberlee Gleason, Chelsi Allison and Andrea Ochoa and 8 great grandchildren.Clarence was a former member of the Clay Center Eagles Lodge and a long time member of the Clay Center Elks Lodge where he served in numerous positions on both the state and local level. Clarence joined the Elks while living in Lawrence, Kansas before moving to Clay Center, KS in 1972.Funeral Services:&nbsp;Monday, June 14, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSMinister:&nbsp;Pastor Paul TessaroBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KSMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made to the Clay Center Elks Lodge c/o the funeral home

Clarence Guldner, Jr.

Dr. Clifton Edward “Cliff” Meloan, age 89, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Thursday, June 10, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born on August 4, 1931, in the family home in Bettendorf, Iowa, the son of Barton Jeans and Erma Evelyn (Mohr) Meloan. Dr. Meloan was raised in Burlington, Iowa where he attended school, spending his third and fourth grades in a one room country school. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1949. Planning on a military career he went through ROTC training and was stationed at Ft. Riley and later Ft. Carson as a First Lieutenant. In 1953, he received a B.S. degree in chemical technology from Iowa State University and Ph.D. in analytical chemistry from Purdue University in 1959. Dr. Meloan came to Kansas State University in 1959, where he became a professor of analytical chemistry. In addition to his career at Kansas State he was a Science Advisor for the Food and Drug Administration for 28 years and a consultant for several industries. His areas of research included extraction mechanisms, criminalistics, insect detection in chemicals, and making undergraduate chemistry laboratories real world. Dr. Meloan earned an international reputation for his wide-ranging research and scholarship and has long been recognized for his dedication to teaching. Since joining the KSU chemistry department, where he was affectionately called “Doc” by his students, he had directed the research of 50 Ph.D. and 26 M.S. students. He was the sole author of nine books and co-author of twenty-five books. In 1970, he was selected as a Distinguished Research and Teaching Professor, sponsored by the Standard Oil Company, and was twice selected as Outstanding Educator in America. He also received the Food and Drug Administration’s Commissioners Special Citation. Dr. Meloan was honored in 1995 as being selected as Kansas State University’s first University Teaching Scholar. His selection was based on his efforts in pioneering new and creative approaches to undergraduate instruction. He retired from Kansas State in 1996. On September 1, 1957, in Burlington, Iowa, he was united in marriage to the former Marilyn Ann Berges. She preceded him in death on December 21, 2012. He was also preceded in death by his parents, infant twin granddaughters and by his brother-in-law: Arden Messer. Dr. Meloan was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church where he served as an usher for many years. In his younger years while at Kansas State he taught Judo as a brown belt instructor. He later received his pilot’s license and was a member of the KSU Flying Club. An avid genealogist he researched and recorded both the Meloan and Berges family lineage. He also loved history, especially military history, and was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution. He was a member of the Stagg Hill Golf Club for many years where he not only enjoyed playing golf but for nearly 40 years (especially in the courses lean early years and following the 1993 flood) volunteered countless hours in cleaning and clearing the course which included planting and maintaining numerous flower beds. Throughout his lifetime he was an avid blood donor and was honored by the American Red Cross in 2016 for having donated over 19 gallons of blood, he was one pint short of 20 gallons. Following his retirement, he volunteered as a tax preparer at the Riley County Seniors’ Service Center. Dr. Meloan and his wife traveled extensively throughout the United States, including Hawaii, and had traveled throughout Europe. In 1992, he was honored to accompany his longtime friend and world renown glass blower Mitsugi Ohno to Japan to present a blown glass replica of the Himeji Castle to Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michito. This work of art now resides at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. He is survived by two sons: Michael Barton Meloan (Janice) of Lenexa, KS, Douglas Paul Meloan (Elaine) of Manhattan, KS, and a daughter: Victoria Ann Cromer (Gary, Jr.) of Olathe, KS. Also surviving are six grandchildren: Mindy Batenhorst, Jonathan Meloan (Stephanie), Julie Meloan (Maggie Wagner), Dane Meloan (Ashtin), William Cromer, Rebecca Cromer; and five great grandchildren: Avery Meloan, Brody and Carly Batenhorst and Hayden and Jack Meloan. Other survivors include his sister Marilyn June Messer of Fairfield, IA and numerous extended family. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Monday, June 14th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 15th, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, June 17th, at the Aspen Grove Cemetery in Burlington, Iowa. Memorials have been established for the KSU Foundation for the Clifton E. Meloan Analytical Graduate Student Scholarship, Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, First United Methodist Church or Meadowlark Hills Good Samaritan Fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dr. Clifton Edward “Cliff” Meloan, age 89, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Thursday, June 10, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born on August 4, 1931, in the family home in Bettendorf, Iowa, the son of Barton Jeans and Erma Evelyn (Mohr) Meloan. Dr. Meloan was raised in Burlington, Iowa where he attended school, spending his third and fourth grades in a one room country school. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1949. Planning on a military career he went through ROTC training and was stationed at Ft. Riley and later Ft. Carson as a First Lieutenant. In 1953, he received a B.S. degree in chemical technology from Iowa State University and Ph.D. in analytical chemistry from Purdue University in 1959. Dr. Meloan came to Kansas State University in 1959, where he became a professor of analytical chemistry. In addition to his career at Kansas State he was a Science Advisor for the Food and Drug Administration for 28 years and a consultant for several industries. His areas of research included extraction mechanisms, criminalistics, insect detection in chemicals, and making undergraduate chemistry laboratories real world. Dr. Meloan earned an international reputation for his wide-ranging research and scholarship and has long been recognized for his dedication to teaching. Since joining the KSU chemistry department, where he was affectionately called “Doc” by his students, he had directed the research of 50 Ph.D. and 26 M.S. students. He was the sole author of nine books and co-author of twenty-five books. In 1970, he was selected as a Distinguished Research and Teaching Professor, sponsored by the Standard Oil Company, and was twice selected as Outstanding Educator in America. He also received the Food and Drug Administration’s Commissioners Special Citation. Dr. Meloan was honored in 1995 as being selected as Kansas State University’s first University Teaching Scholar. His selection was based on his efforts in pioneering new and creative approaches to undergraduate instruction. He retired from Kansas State in 1996. On September 1, 1957, in Burlington, Iowa, he was united in marriage to the former Marilyn Ann Berges. She preceded him in death on December 21, 2012. He was also preceded in death by his parents, infant twin granddaughters and by his brother-in-law: Arden Messer. Dr. Meloan was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church where he served as an usher for many years. In his younger years while at Kansas State he taught Judo as a brown belt instructor. He later received his pilot’s license and was a member of the KSU Flying Club. An avid genealogist he researched and recorded both the Meloan and Berges family lineage. He also loved history, especially military history, and was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution. He was a member of the Stagg Hill Golf Club for many years where he not only enjoyed playing golf but for nearly 40 years (especially in the courses lean early years and following the 1993 flood) volunteered countless hours in cleaning and clearing the course which included planting and maintaining numerous flower beds. Throughout his lifetime he was an avid blood donor and was honored by the American Red Cross in 2016 for having donated over 19 gallons of blood, he was one pint short of 20 gallons. Following his retirement, he volunteered as a tax preparer at the Riley County Seniors’ Service Center. Dr. Meloan and his wife traveled extensively throughout the United States, including Hawaii, and had traveled throughout Europe. In 1992, he was honored to accompany his longtime friend and world renown glass blower Mitsugi Ohno to Japan to present a blown glass replica of the Himeji Castle to Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michito. This work of art now resides at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. He is survived by two sons: Michael Barton Meloan (Janice) of Lenexa, KS, Douglas Paul Meloan (Elaine) of Manhattan, KS, and a daughter: Victoria Ann Cromer (Gary, Jr.) of Olathe, KS. Also surviving are six grandchildren: Mindy Batenhorst, Jonathan Meloan (Stephanie), Julie Meloan (Maggie Wagner), Dane Meloan (Ashtin), William Cromer, Rebecca Cromer; and five great grandchildren: Avery Meloan, Brody and Carly Batenhorst and Hayden and Jack Meloan. Other survivors include his sister Marilyn June Messer of Fairfield, IA and numerous extended family. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Monday, June 14th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 15th, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, June 17th, at the Aspen Grove Cemetery in Burlington, Iowa. Memorials have been established for the KSU Foundation for the Clifton E. Meloan Analytical Graduate Student Scholarship, Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, First United Methodist Church or Meadowlark Hills Good Samaritan Fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dr. Clifton Edward “Cliff” Meloan

Sammy R. Campbell, age 85, of Manhattan, died June 10, 2021, at Wellsprings of Westmoreland. He was born June 7, 1936, in Keats, Kansas, the son of Samuel and Margaret (Conwell) Campbell. Sammy graduated from Olsburg High School in 1954. Mr. Campbell served in the United States Navy from October 1954 to October 1958 as an EN2. He then served for four years in the Navy Reserves. Sammy worked for Brewer’s Motor’s as a mechanic and then at Kansas State University before working at Fort Riley Federal Civil Service as the Boiler Plant Operator at the hospital. He was a member of the Yard Art Classic Car Club, Tuttle Creek Trap Park, American Post # 17 in Manhattan and the Wagon Wheel Whirlers Square Dance Club. He also enjoyed camping, trap shooting, hunting, and loved to tinker in his garage. On July 22, 1956, in Westmoreland, he was married to Donna L. Simon. Mrs. Campbell survives of the home. Additional survivors include their daughter Reneé Adolph and her husband Alan of Manhattan; two grandchildren: Dillon Adolph and Bailey Mixon and her husband Martin; and one great-granddaughter Ainsley Kate Mixon. Sammy was preceded in death by his parents; his son Jeffrey on December 5, 2019; and by five siblings: Olive “Joy” Simmons, Doris McGrath, Adele Hogan, Keith and Walter “Loren” Campbell. Private family graveside services will be at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Friday, June 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wellspring of Westmoreland. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sammy R. Campbell, age 85, of Manhattan, died June 10, 2021, at Wellsprings of Westmoreland. He was born June 7, 1936, in Keats, Kansas, the son of Samuel and Margaret (Conwell) Campbell. Sammy graduated from Olsburg High School in 1954. Mr. Campbell served in the United States Navy from October 1954 to October 1958 as an EN2. He then served for four years in the Navy Reserves. Sammy worked for Brewer’s Motor’s as a mechanic and then at Kansas State University before working at Fort Riley Federal Civil Service as the Boiler Plant Operator at the hospital. He was a member of the Yard Art Classic Car Club, Tuttle Creek Trap Park, American Post # 17 in Manhattan and the Wagon Wheel Whirlers Square Dance Club. He also enjoyed camping, trap shooting, hunting, and loved to tinker in his garage. On July 22, 1956, in Westmoreland, he was married to Donna L. Simon. Mrs. Campbell survives of the home. Additional survivors include their daughter Reneé Adolph and her husband Alan of Manhattan; two grandchildren: Dillon Adolph and Bailey Mixon and her husband Martin; and one great-granddaughter Ainsley Kate Mixon. Sammy was preceded in death by his parents; his son Jeffrey on December 5, 2019; and by five siblings: Olive “Joy” Simmons, Doris McGrath, Adele Hogan, Keith and Walter “Loren” Campbell. Private family graveside services will be at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Friday, June 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wellspring of Westmoreland. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sammy R. Campbell

Jerry Dishman Sr, 80, Manhattan Kansas, passed away peacefully at home June 10, 2021.

He was born May 16th, 1941, to Calvin and Ruth (Harrison) Dishman in Stockdale, Kansas and went to school in the Manhattan area. Jerry joined the Army in November 1959 where he served with the 4th Armored Division until being honorably discharged November 19, 1964. He was a veteran of the Vietnam Era. Jerry married Belva June Hurst of Carthage, Missouri and remained married to the love of his life until Belva passed away in 2018. Jerry began his work for the City of Manhattan as a teenager working as a summer seasonal worker in 1956. Following his service in the Army, he returned to Manhattan and in 1968 was the Cemetery Foreman for 1 year and then began as a Maintenance Worker until 1974. At that time, he became the Cemetery Sexton and was a Parks Supervisor until 1981 when he was the Zoo Curator for the Sunset Zoo. He was then the Park Resources Superintendent for a year until being promoted to Park Superintendent where he remained for the next 20 years. During that time, he received numerous recognitions for his many contributions to the Manhattan community until his retirement in 2002. One of his proudest accomplishments was the development of Frank Anneberg Park, a sprawling park &amp; sports complex featuring over 100 acres of lighted sports fields, trails, and picnic areas. In 2006, after 35 years of dedicated service to the Manhattan community, the park’s stocked lake, that provides area youth with fishing opportunity, was officially named Jerry Dishman Lake. In his spare time, you could find Jerry fishing, hunting all kinds of animals or making hand-made knives from deer antlers. He also enjoyed playing bingo. He was quick with a smile, a handshake, and a story, some reliving his many pranks he shared with friends. Jerry leaves behind his daughter Jackie Santo (Russell Santo), his son Jerry Dishman Jr (Robin Dishman) and daughter Kim Dishman (Damon Hopkins) along with 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters MarJo Schober, Mary James and brother Calvin Dishman. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday June 15, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday June 16, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz in Manhattan, with Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment with military honors will follow the service at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Jerry to the Sunset Zoo. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Jerry Dishman Sr, 80, Manhattan Kansas, passed away peacefully at home June 10, 2021. He was born May 16th, 1941, to Calvin and Ruth (Harrison) Dishman in Stockdale, Kansas and went to school in the Manhattan area. Jerry joined the Army in November 1959 where he served with the 4th Armored Division until being honorably discharged November 19, 1964. He was a veteran of the Vietnam Era. Jerry married Belva June Hurst of Carthage, Missouri and remained married to the love of his life until Belva passed away in 2018. Jerry began his work for the City of Manhattan as a teenager working as a summer seasonal worker in 1956. Following his service in the Army, he returned to Manhattan and in 1968 was the Cemetery Foreman for 1 year and then began as a Maintenance Worker until 1974. At that time, he became the Cemetery Sexton and was a Parks Supervisor until 1981 when he was the Zoo Curator for the Sunset Zoo. He was then the Park Resources Superintendent for a year until being promoted to Park Superintendent where he remained for the next 20 years. During that time, he received numerous recognitions for his many contributions to the Manhattan community until his retirement in 2002. One of his proudest accomplishments was the development of Frank Anneberg Park, a sprawling park &amp; sports complex featuring over 100 acres of lighted sports fields, trails, and picnic areas. In 2006, after 35 years of dedicated service to the Manhattan community, the park’s stocked lake, that provides area youth with fishing opportunity, was officially named Jerry Dishman Lake. In his spare time, you could find Jerry fishing, hunting all kinds of animals or making hand-made knives from deer antlers. He also enjoyed playing bingo. He was quick with a smile, a handshake, and a story, some reliving his many pranks he shared with friends. Jerry leaves behind his daughter Jackie Santo (Russell Santo), his son Jerry Dishman Jr (Robin Dishman) and daughter Kim Dishman (Damon Hopkins) along with 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters MarJo Schober, Mary James and brother Calvin Dishman. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday June 15, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday June 16, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz in Manhattan, with Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment with military honors will follow the service at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Jerry to the Sunset Zoo. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Jerry Dishman Sr.

Delbert Leewayne Wilks, 76, of Junction City, passed away Tuesday, June 8th, after suffering complications from a stroke. &nbsp; Delbert was born in Garden City, Kansas on November 11, 1944, to Helen Marie (Winters) and Henry Allen Wilks.&nbsp; He served in the U.S. Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis &amp; Vietnam War. After being Honorably Discharged, he married Janet L. Webb in 1966. They had two children together, Anthony and Michelle.&nbsp; After Janet’s death in 2002, he was united in marriage to Janet Ruth Young on May 15, 2004, at the University Christian Church, Manhattan. He was a member of the Junction City Nazarene Church.&nbsp; Delbert worked for Home Depot as well as being a real estate developer and a master electrician. Delbert is survived by his loving wife Janet R. Wilks of the home; his son, Anthony L. (Beth) Wilks, of Kansas City, MO; his daughter, Michelle L. (John) Sawko, of Scranton, PA.; a stepdaughter, Kim H Davies, of Junction City; &nbsp;a stepson, Robert H (Kathy) Berthaume, Jr., of Chapman; &nbsp;8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Delbert is preceded in death by his parents, a brother Vern and his first wife, Janet L. (Webb) Wilks. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 18th at Junction City Nazarene Church in Junction City KS, Pastor Mark Hatcher officiating.&nbsp; The family will greet friends at the church when a lunch buffet will be available from 11:00 AM until service time.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the American Heart Association Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Delbert Leewayne Wilks, 76, of Junction City, passed away Tuesday, June 8th, after suffering complications from a stroke. &nbsp; Delbert was born in Garden City, Kansas on November 11, 1944, to Helen Marie (Winters) and Henry Allen Wilks.&nbsp; He served in the U.S. Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis &amp; Vietnam War. After being Honorably Discharged, he married Janet L. Webb in 1966. They had two children together, Anthony and Michelle.&nbsp; After Janet’s death in 2002, he was united in marriage to Janet Ruth Young on May 15, 2004, at the University Christian Church, Manhattan. He was a member of the Junction City Nazarene Church.&nbsp; Delbert worked for Home Depot as well as being a real estate developer and a master electrician. Delbert is survived by his loving wife Janet R. Wilks of the home; his son, Anthony L. (Beth) Wilks, of Kansas City, MO; his daughter, Michelle L. (John) Sawko, of Scranton, PA.; a stepdaughter, Kim H Davies, of Junction City; &nbsp;a stepson, Robert H (Kathy) Berthaume, Jr., of Chapman; &nbsp;8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Delbert is preceded in death by his parents, a brother Vern and his first wife, Janet L. (Webb) Wilks. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 18th at Junction City Nazarene Church in Junction City KS, Pastor Mark Hatcher officiating.&nbsp; The family will greet friends at the church when a lunch buffet will be available from 11:00 AM until service time.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the American Heart Association Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Delbert Leewayne Wilks

Donald Lee Spradling, 88, of Wamego, Kansas, formerly of Topeka, died Thursday, June 3, 2021, at the Home of the Flint Hills.

Don was born on October 2, 1932, in Arkansas City, Kansas, the son of Dale and Evelyn Spradling. He graduated from High School and then entered service in the United States Army during the Korean War. Following his military service, Don earned a degree in Geological Sciences from the University of Wyoming.

Don worked for over thirty years as a cost estimator for Shake Electric in Topeka. He retired in 1987. He was an active member of the Lions Club and volunteered his time collecting glasses and transporting for the Eye Bank. He also was involved in a program tutoring young children in reading. Don was very generous and was known for his willingness to help others. He loved to do woodworking and built furniture, decorative boxes, bowls and other wood projects, all of which he gave to family members and friends. Don enjoyed driving and traveled to various parks and sights across the country and was a Boy Scout Leader while his sons were in the program. Don was very patriotic and loved his country. He also felt strongly that he and Esther’s primary responsibly was to raise their children in a way that they would know the Word of God. His favorite quotes for his children were; “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” and “Remember when you point your finger at someone, there's 3 fingers pointing back at you.”

Don married Esther L. Wonderly on June 22, 1953, in Casper, Wyoming. Their honeymoon was an all-night drive from Casper to Oklahoma so Don could reach his military assignment in time. She preceded him in death on January 11, 2021.

Don is survived by his children; Ronald E. Spradling (Cathy), Pine City, Minnesota, Jeffrey “JD” Spradling, Ottawa, and Lora Herman (Terry), Wamego; his grandchildren, Breeonna Wade (Frank), Paola, Brandii Spradling, Olathe, Jennifer Boatwright (JD), Alma, Ben Woodley, Denver; his great-grandchildren, Finley, Preston, Jasmine, Marek, and Austin; his step-grandchildren, Bobby Harris, Houston, Texas, Ashley Herman, Kansas City, Kendal Gerkovich (Nick), and Kiel Herman (Amy), both of Kansas City; and his step-great-grandchildren, Lacey, Allysa, Layton, Lucy, and Bella. He was also preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Vera Jean Gorsky.

A graveside inurnment for both Don and Esther Spradling at 10:00 am, Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of the donor’s choice, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego

Donald Lee Spradling, 88, of Wamego, Kansas, formerly of Topeka, died Thursday, June 3, 2021, at the Home of the Flint Hills.Don was born on October 2, 1932, in Arkansas City, Kansas, the son of Dale and Evelyn Spradling. He graduated from High School and then entered service in the United States Army during the Korean War. Following his military service, Don earned a degree in Geological Sciences from the University of Wyoming.Don worked for over thirty years as a cost estimator for Shake Electric in Topeka. He retired in 1987. He was an active member of the Lions Club and volunteered his time collecting glasses and transporting for the Eye Bank. He also was involved in a program tutoring young children in reading. Don was very generous and was known for his willingness to help others. He loved to do woodworking and built furniture, decorative boxes, bowls and other wood projects, all of which he gave to family members and friends. Don enjoyed driving and traveled to various parks and sights across the country and was a Boy Scout Leader while his sons were in the program. Don was very patriotic and loved his country. He also felt strongly that he and Esther’s primary responsibly was to raise their children in a way that they would know the Word of God. His favorite quotes for his children were; “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” and “Remember when you point your finger at someone, there's 3 fingers pointing back at you.”Don married Esther L. Wonderly on June 22, 1953, in Casper, Wyoming. Their honeymoon was an all-night drive from Casper to Oklahoma so Don could reach his military assignment in time. She preceded him in death on January 11, 2021.Don is survived by his children; Ronald E. Spradling (Cathy), Pine City, Minnesota, Jeffrey “JD” Spradling, Ottawa, and Lora Herman (Terry), Wamego; his grandchildren, Breeonna Wade (Frank), Paola, Brandii Spradling, Olathe, Jennifer Boatwright (JD), Alma, Ben Woodley, Denver; his great-grandchildren, Finley, Preston, Jasmine, Marek, and Austin; his step-grandchildren, Bobby Harris, Houston, Texas, Ashley Herman, Kansas City, Kendal Gerkovich (Nick), and Kiel Herman (Amy), both of Kansas City; and his step-great-grandchildren, Lacey, Allysa, Layton, Lucy, and Bella. He was also preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Vera Jean Gorsky.A graveside inurnment for both Don and Esther Spradling at 10:00 am, Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of the donor’s choice, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego

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