Visitation:&nbsp; Friday, June 4, 2021 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.,&nbsp; Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441, 785-762-3131

Service: Friday, June 4, 2021 at 11:00am, Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions

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

Visitation:&nbsp; Friday, June 4, 2021 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.,&nbsp; Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441, 785-762-3131Service: Friday, June 4, 2021 at 11:00am, Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; ReceptionsInterment:&nbsp; Highland Cemetery, Junction City, KS

Wilma Z. Rumbaugh -1925 - 2021

Randall “Mike” Michael Bradbury was born August 12, 1952, in Sandpoint, Idaho. He passed away at his home in Manhattan, on May 19, 2021, at the age of 68. Mike is preceded in death by his father, Jerold Bradbury. He is survived by his mother, Nola Mae Bradbury, his children Jaime. Ramona Freeman (Paul), Chad Alexander Bradbury (Jennifer), Shauna Leigh Page, Brooke Nicole Tym (Rene), Logan Nathaniel Bradbury and Nathan Seechan Bradbury, and 3 grandchildren, Katelynn Ashley Page, Isaac Dennis Bradbury, and Everett Alexander Bradbury. A memorial service will be held in his home state of Idaho In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the donor's choice and may be left in the care of Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation, 1317 W. Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, Kansas 6650

Randall “Mike” Michael Bradbury was born August 12, 1952, in Sandpoint, Idaho. He passed away at his home in Manhattan, on May 19, 2021, at the age of 68. Mike is preceded in death by his father, Jerold Bradbury. He is survived by his mother, Nola Mae Bradbury, his children Jaime. Ramona Freeman (Paul), Chad Alexander Bradbury (Jennifer), Shauna Leigh Page, Brooke Nicole Tym (Rene), Logan Nathaniel Bradbury and Nathan Seechan Bradbury, and 3 grandchildren, Katelynn Ashley Page, Isaac Dennis Bradbury, and Everett Alexander Bradbury. A memorial service will be held in his home state of Idaho In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the donor's choice and may be left in the care of Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation, 1317 W. Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, Kansas 6650

Randall M. Bradbury

Iris Marguerite Straub, 86, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Friday, May 28, 2021, at AscensionVia Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.

Iris was born on November 2, 1934 in Fox Covert. Scotland, to John and Catherine Crawford (Marshall) Swanston, of Kirckaldy, Fife, Scotland. She met and married her husband of 63 years, Delbert J. Straub, of Flush, Kansas, while he was stationed with the U.S.A.F. at Kirknewton R.A.F. base , Scotland. After traveling to bases around Europe, Britain, and the United States, they retired after 23 years in 1977, and settling in rural Wamego.

&nbsp;Over the years, Iris was a homemaker and was very active in her church community and the Altar Society of St. Joseph’s Church for many years. She enjoyed the country life, watching nature from her favorite porch swing, and spending time in her garden. She enjoyed meeting people and was known for her feisty spirit. She always remained proud of her Scottish heritage and homeland and traveled back to Scotland over the years.

Her survivors include her husband, Delbert J. Straub of Flush, KS; her children: Yvonne Bish (John) of New Braunfels, TX, David Straub (Heidi) of Asheville, N.C., Jeanette Siebert (Kevin) of Alvin, TX, Karen Straub of Wamego, KS; two sisters: Joy Boyd of Wolfhill, Scotland, and Edna Eddie (Alan) of Edinburgh, Scotland; 7 grandchildren: Steven Bish, Houston, TX, Evan, Eric, Nick, and Catherine Siebert of Houston, TX, and Olivia and Vannessa Guzman of Wamego, KS. She was preceded in death by her brother, Eric Swanston of Edinburgh.

&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 4, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church of Flush, KS. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Straub will lie in-state at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, beginning at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, where a rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., with family greeting friends during visitation until 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church or to the American Heart Association, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Iris Marguerite Straub, 86, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Friday, May 28, 2021, at AscensionVia Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.Iris was born on November 2, 1934 in Fox Covert. Scotland, to John and Catherine Crawford (Marshall) Swanston, of Kirckaldy, Fife, Scotland. She met and married her husband of 63 years, Delbert J. Straub, of Flush, Kansas, while he was stationed with the U.S.A.F. at Kirknewton R.A.F. base , Scotland. After traveling to bases around Europe, Britain, and the United States, they retired after 23 years in 1977, and settling in rural Wamego.&nbsp;Over the years, Iris was a homemaker and was very active in her church community and the Altar Society of St. Joseph’s Church for many years. She enjoyed the country life, watching nature from her favorite porch swing, and spending time in her garden. She enjoyed meeting people and was known for her feisty spirit. She always remained proud of her Scottish heritage and homeland and traveled back to Scotland over the years.Her survivors include her husband, Delbert J. Straub of Flush, KS; her children: Yvonne Bish (John) of New Braunfels, TX, David Straub (Heidi) of Asheville, N.C., Jeanette Siebert (Kevin) of Alvin, TX, Karen Straub of Wamego, KS; two sisters: Joy Boyd of Wolfhill, Scotland, and Edna Eddie (Alan) of Edinburgh, Scotland; 7 grandchildren: Steven Bish, Houston, TX, Evan, Eric, Nick, and Catherine Siebert of Houston, TX, and Olivia and Vannessa Guzman of Wamego, KS. She was preceded in death by her brother, Eric Swanston of Edinburgh.&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 4, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church of Flush, KS. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Straub will lie in-state at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, beginning at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, where a rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., with family greeting friends during visitation until 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church or to the American Heart Association, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

 Iris Marguerite Straub

Dr. Bob Tackett passed away unexpectedly early in the morning of May 23, 2021, at the age of 59. Bob was born in Colorado &nbsp;&nbsp;Springs, CO. Following the loss of his biological father, Bob eventually moved with his family to Meriden, KS, living with his mother, stepfather (who he knew as and called Dad), and three siblings. Bob graduated from Jefferson West High School and he and his brother Jim went on to be first-generation college graduates of The University of Kansas. Bob continued his education toward becoming a physician by attending The University of Kansas School of Medicine. Bob met and married his wife Becky prior to beginning medical school. They moved to Wichita, KS, for the latter half of medical school and residency. Their two sons were born during their time in Wichita. Upon the completion of residency, the Tacketts relocated to Wamego, KS, where Bob practiced family medicine for 15 years. He was a well known and loved member of the community. Bob demonstrated a persistent passion for knowing those in his care well while serving their medical needs. Bob transitioned to student health and cared for the Kansas State University community for 16 years.

&nbsp;In addition to medicine, Bob pursued and was an enthusiast of many endeavors - especially if they were activities his wife and sons cared about. Through&nbsp;the years, these included golfing, judo, basketball, video and table games, scuba diving, marksmanship and hunting. Bob was an avid and successful outdoorsman and conservationist. He loved learning, practicing, and sharing the craft.

Bob deeply valued caring for those in need both locally and globally. Bob and Becky have been active members of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church for over 30 years. He was generous and joyfully gave resources and of himself to many causes, including: Flint Hills Foster Teen Camps, Community Care Ministries, and three medical aid missions to east Africa.

Bob was preceded in death by his biological&nbsp;father Clarence Tackett, Jr., his mother Eunice (Steffenson) (Tackett) Locke, his stepfather Bob Locke, and brother Bill Tackett. Bob is survived by his wife of 38 years Becky (Nestler) Tackett, son Brandon and his wife Bonnie (grandchildren Ethan, Isaac and Elizabeth), and son Paul and his wife Bethany. He is survived by his brother Jim and wife&nbsp;Denise Tackett as well as his sister Pam (Locke) Klaver and husband Lenny. Bob cherished his relationships with family and friends deeply, second only to his relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

&nbsp;A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wed. June 2, 2021, at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 17535 Say Rd, Wamego, KS. Interment will be in Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; Bob will lie in state after 2:00 p.m., Tues. June 1, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. In honor of his life spent caring for people's health and wellbeing, Bob specifically requested that all present at his service and visitation wear face masks to prevent a COVID spreading event. For those unable to attend, a recording of the service will be available following the service via&nbsp;<a href="http://www.campanellastewart.com/">www.campanellastewart.com</a>. In lieu of flowers please direct any memorial donations to the Flint Hills Foster Teen Camps and Community Care Ministries via Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.

Dr. Bob Tackett passed away unexpectedly early in the morning of May 23, 2021, at the age of 59. Bob was born in Colorado &nbsp;&nbsp;Springs, CO. Following the loss of his biological father, Bob eventually moved with his family to Meriden, KS, living with his mother, stepfather (who he knew as and called Dad), and three siblings. Bob graduated from Jefferson West High School and he and his brother Jim went on to be first-generation college graduates of The University of Kansas. Bob continued his education toward becoming a physician by attending The University of Kansas School of Medicine. Bob met and married his wife Becky prior to beginning medical school. They moved to Wichita, KS, for the latter half of medical school and residency. Their two sons were born during their time in Wichita. Upon the completion of residency, the Tacketts relocated to Wamego, KS, where Bob practiced family medicine for 15 years. He was a well known and loved member of the community. Bob demonstrated a persistent passion for knowing those in his care well while serving their medical needs. Bob transitioned to student health and cared for the Kansas State University community for 16 years.&nbsp;In addition to medicine, Bob pursued and was an enthusiast of many endeavors - especially if they were activities his wife and sons cared about. Through&nbsp;the years, these included golfing, judo, basketball, video and table games, scuba diving, marksmanship and hunting. Bob was an avid and successful outdoorsman and conservationist. He loved learning, practicing, and sharing the craft.Bob deeply valued caring for those in need both locally and globally. Bob and Becky have been active members of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church for over 30 years. He was generous and joyfully gave resources and of himself to many causes, including: Flint Hills Foster Teen Camps, Community Care Ministries, and three medical aid missions to east Africa.Bob was preceded in death by his biological&nbsp;father Clarence Tackett, Jr., his mother Eunice (Steffenson) (Tackett) Locke, his stepfather Bob Locke, and brother Bill Tackett. Bob is survived by his wife of 38 years Becky (Nestler) Tackett, son Brandon and his wife Bonnie (grandchildren Ethan, Isaac and Elizabeth), and son Paul and his wife Bethany. He is survived by his brother Jim and wife&nbsp;Denise Tackett as well as his sister Pam (Locke) Klaver and husband Lenny. Bob cherished his relationships with family and friends deeply, second only to his relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wed. June 2, 2021, at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 17535 Say Rd, Wamego, KS. Interment will be in Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; Bob will lie in state after 2:00 p.m., Tues. June 1, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. In honor of his life spent caring for people's health and wellbeing, Bob specifically requested that all present at his service and visitation wear face masks to prevent a COVID spreading event. For those unable to attend, a recording of the service will be available following the service via&nbsp;<a href="http://www.campanellastewart.com/">www.campanellastewart.com</a>. In lieu of flowers please direct any memorial donations to the Flint Hills Foster Teen Camps and Community Care Ministries via Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.

Dr. Bob Tackett

Dwayne’s life began on December 6, 1927, in Herington.  He was the son of Charles and Edith (Schuster) Stroda.  Dwayne is a 1946 graduate of Herington High School.  He was united in marriage to Delores M. Bezdek on May 1, 1954, in Marion.  Dwayne was a lifelong farmer and rancher in rural Herington.  He was a parishioner of St. John’s Catholic Church in Herington and a member of the Knights of Columbus.  Dwayne was a member of the Farm Bureau and the US Custom Harvesters Association.  He loved spending time with his friends over coffee at the coffee shop and enjoyed creating metalworks.  Dwayne was a people person, he never knew a stranger and genuinely loved people.  He enjoyed card club and supper club and loved to travel. Dwayne and Delores traveled to Hawaii on an anniversary trip, and to nearly all 50 states. He and Delores also enjoyed bus trips to the casino with friends.  He enjoyed his family and family reunions.

  Dwayne’s loving family includes his children Darrell (Laurie) Stroda of Pratt, Chuck (Kim) Stroda of Abbottstown, PA, Pat (Kathryn) Carpenter of Oceanside, CA and Mary (Gordon) Schroeder of Herington, and son in law Bill Suenram of Salina; his grandchildren Hayley ( Tony) Ferris, Nick Suenram, Ben Suenram, Sadie Suenram, Gordon M. (Mary) Schroeder, Jason (Lisa) Schroeder, Erik Schroeder, Matt Stroda, Lindsay (Tom) Schuurman, and Josh Carpenter; 20 great-grandchildren and his siblings Ralph Stroda, Oraina Schump, LaVada Holub, sister in law Rosemary Stroda and several nieces and nephews.

  Dwayne passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at Geary Community Hospital.  He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Delores, daughter Pam Suenram, and brother Dean Stroda.

  His family will gather with friends on Friday, June 4th from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington where his Rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m.  Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 5th at 10 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church, Herington led by Father Peter O’Donnell.  Dwayne will be laid to rest in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Herington.  Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund or St. John’s Church.

Dwayne’s life began on December 6, 1927, in Herington. He was the son of Charles and Edith (Schuster) Stroda. Dwayne is a 1946 graduate of Herington High School. He was united in marriage to Delores M. Bezdek on May 1, 1954, in Marion. Dwayne was a lifelong farmer and rancher in rural Herington. He was a parishioner of St. John’s Catholic Church in Herington and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Dwayne was a member of the Farm Bureau and the US Custom Harvesters Association. He loved spending time with his friends over coffee at the coffee shop and enjoyed creating metalworks. Dwayne was a people person, he never knew a stranger and genuinely loved people. He enjoyed card club and supper club and loved to travel. Dwayne and Delores traveled to Hawaii on an anniversary trip, and to nearly all 50 states. He and Delores also enjoyed bus trips to the casino with friends. He enjoyed his family and family reunions. Dwayne’s loving family includes his children Darrell (Laurie) Stroda of Pratt, Chuck (Kim) Stroda of Abbottstown, PA, Pat (Kathryn) Carpenter of Oceanside, CA and Mary (Gordon) Schroeder of Herington, and son in law Bill Suenram of Salina; his grandchildren Hayley ( Tony) Ferris, Nick Suenram, Ben Suenram, Sadie Suenram, Gordon M. (Mary) Schroeder, Jason (Lisa) Schroeder, Erik Schroeder, Matt Stroda, Lindsay (Tom) Schuurman, and Josh Carpenter; 20 great-grandchildren and his siblings Ralph Stroda, Oraina Schump, LaVada Holub, sister in law Rosemary Stroda and several nieces and nephews. Dwayne passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at Geary Community Hospital. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Delores, daughter Pam Suenram, and brother Dean Stroda. His family will gather with friends on Friday, June 4th from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington where his Rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 5th at 10 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church, Herington led by Father Peter O’Donnell. Dwayne will be laid to rest in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Herington. Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund or St. John’s Church.

Dwayne Nickolas Stroda December 6, 1927-May 29, 2021 (age 93)

&nbsp;Warren Nichols White, Jr., 68, died at his home on Monday, May 24, 2021. Warren was born in Fort Worth, TX, on November 12, 1952, the son of Warren N. White, Sr. and Hazel Mae Renaudin White. Finishing his secondary education at St. Paul’s High School in Covington, LA, he pursued a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with honors in Electrical Engineering at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. In the summer of 1974, he began working for General Electric in Schenectady, NY. He later transferred to GE’s Power Transformer Division in Pittsfield, MA. While working in Pittsfield, Warren commuted to Troy, NY, to earn a Master of Engineering degree in Electric Power Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1977. Soon after, he decided to leave General Electric and returned to Tulane University. While working on his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at Tulane, he met his future wife, Georganne Wilcox. They were married on May 4, 1980. In May of 2021 they celebrated 41 years together. In 1985 Warren and family traveled north to Manhattan, KS, where he began teaching at Kansas State University. Over the years he taught Digital Controls, Finite Elements, and Dynamics among other subjects and developed a course in circuits specially for Mechanical Engineers. He served as advisor for Women in Engineering, the Wildcat Wind Power Team and Final Frontier Aerospace Systems and Technology (FFAERO). He was inducted into Tau Beta Pi, a national honorary society for Engineering. Warren was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Lawrence English and sister-in-law Sherri Wilcox. His wife survives of the home, as well as their four children Heather, Warren III, Patrick, and Chelsea. Warren is also survived by his sister Beryl (Kenneth) Krefft, and brother Bill White; brothers-in-law William (Nancy) Wilcox, Michael Wilcox, Harold Wilcox, John (Sharon) Wilcox and Steven (Michelle) Wilcox; sisters-in-law Marianne (Peter) Gaige, Suzanne English, and Joanne (Peter) Black; 13 nieces and 11 nephews. The family will greet friends during a visitation on Thursday, May 27, 2021, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Yorgensen Meloan Londeen Funeral Home. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 3:00 p.m., with Father Gale Hammerschmidt as Celebrant. Private interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Women in Engineering, the Wildcat Wind Power Team or Final Frontier Aerospace Systems and Technology (FFAERO) at KSU or to Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;Warren Nichols White, Jr., 68, died at his home on Monday, May 24, 2021. Warren was born in Fort Worth, TX, on November 12, 1952, the son of Warren N. White, Sr. and Hazel Mae Renaudin White. Finishing his secondary education at St. Paul’s High School in Covington, LA, he pursued a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with honors in Electrical Engineering at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. In the summer of 1974, he began working for General Electric in Schenectady, NY. He later transferred to GE’s Power Transformer Division in Pittsfield, MA. While working in Pittsfield, Warren commuted to Troy, NY, to earn a Master of Engineering degree in Electric Power Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1977. Soon after, he decided to leave General Electric and returned to Tulane University. While working on his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at Tulane, he met his future wife, Georganne Wilcox. They were married on May 4, 1980. In May of 2021 they celebrated 41 years together. In 1985 Warren and family traveled north to Manhattan, KS, where he began teaching at Kansas State University. Over the years he taught Digital Controls, Finite Elements, and Dynamics among other subjects and developed a course in circuits specially for Mechanical Engineers. He served as advisor for Women in Engineering, the Wildcat Wind Power Team and Final Frontier Aerospace Systems and Technology (FFAERO). He was inducted into Tau Beta Pi, a national honorary society for Engineering. Warren was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Lawrence English and sister-in-law Sherri Wilcox. His wife survives of the home, as well as their four children Heather, Warren III, Patrick, and Chelsea. Warren is also survived by his sister Beryl (Kenneth) Krefft, and brother Bill White; brothers-in-law William (Nancy) Wilcox, Michael Wilcox, Harold Wilcox, John (Sharon) Wilcox and Steven (Michelle) Wilcox; sisters-in-law Marianne (Peter) Gaige, Suzanne English, and Joanne (Peter) Black; 13 nieces and 11 nephews. The family will greet friends during a visitation on Thursday, May 27, 2021, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Yorgensen Meloan Londeen Funeral Home. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 3:00 p.m., with Father Gale Hammerschmidt as Celebrant. Private interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Women in Engineering, the Wildcat Wind Power Team or Final Frontier Aerospace Systems and Technology (FFAERO) at KSU or to Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Warren Nichols White

Marvin Dale Towse, 85, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Friday, May 21, at Good Shepherd Hospice House. He was born in Stafford, Kansas on June 15, 1935, to Ursel (Harvey) and Levert Towse. He received a Bachelors Degree in Education at Pittsburg State University. He worked as a Teacher of Industrial Arts and Math for 44 years before retiring. Marvin is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Kathleen Towse. His son Marlon (Tammy) Towse, daughter Sarah (David) Jenkins, stepchildren Sharon Downie, Kent Yeager, Tom Yeager, Terry Keller, grandchildren Lexa Treadwell, Maron Towse, Tom Fleeker, Chelsea Yeager, Nate Yeager and several great-grandchilden. He is preceded in death by his parents and his grandson Destin Towse. Memorials in his name can be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice House. There are no arrangement at this time. Arrangements were entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marvin Dale Towse, 85, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Friday, May 21, at Good Shepherd Hospice House. He was born in Stafford, Kansas on June 15, 1935, to Ursel (Harvey) and Levert Towse. He received a Bachelors Degree in Education at Pittsburg State University. He worked as a Teacher of Industrial Arts and Math for 44 years before retiring. Marvin is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Kathleen Towse. His son Marlon (Tammy) Towse, daughter Sarah (David) Jenkins, stepchildren Sharon Downie, Kent Yeager, Tom Yeager, Terry Keller, grandchildren Lexa Treadwell, Maron Towse, Tom Fleeker, Chelsea Yeager, Nate Yeager and several great-grandchilden. He is preceded in death by his parents and his grandson Destin Towse. Memorials in his name can be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice House. There are no arrangement at this time. Arrangements were entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marvin Dale Towse

Jane Kirkeminde, formerly of Dwight, Kansas, passed away May 20, 2021 at Council Grove Assisted Living.&nbsp;&nbsp;There will be a private family inurnment held at Greenwood Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be sent to Dwight Library,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;637 E MainStreet, Dwight,KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66849.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences may be left at&nbsp;www.sawyerchapel.com.

Jane was born November 2, 1932, the daughter of Gordon E. “Jeff” and E. Marie (Roberts) Faulconer.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jane moved to Dwight in 1961, after living in Seattle, WA, Nampa, ID and Eureka, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She married Richard J. “Doc” Kirkeminde on February 16, 1952 in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She attended Emporia State Teachers College. She worked for Universal Securities and the State ASC Office in Manhattan. Jane was very active in the community: volunteering with Dwight Library, organist for both Dwight United Methodist and Presbyterian Churches, she was a seamstress and knitter with many babies’ receiving blankets, caps and booties.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Richard; and son Jeffrey Thomas Kirkeminde. Jane is survived by her son James Kirkeminde and two daughters: Margaret Kirkeminde, and Sara Kirkeminde and husband Doug Burt; grandsons Cole James and Alec Wray; and great-grandchildren: Conner J. Kirkeminde, Hadley R. Kirkeminde, Hudson W. Kirkeminde, Talon A. Burt, Eleanora W. Burt and Lucas W. Burt.&nbsp;

Jane Kirkeminde, formerly of Dwight, Kansas, passed away May 20, 2021 at Council Grove Assisted Living.&nbsp;&nbsp;There will be a private family inurnment held at Greenwood Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be sent to Dwight Library,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;637 E MainStreet, Dwight,KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66849.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences may be left at&nbsp;www.sawyerchapel.com.Jane was born November 2, 1932, the daughter of Gordon E. “Jeff” and E. Marie (Roberts) Faulconer.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jane moved to Dwight in 1961, after living in Seattle, WA, Nampa, ID and Eureka, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She married Richard J. “Doc” Kirkeminde on February 16, 1952 in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She attended Emporia State Teachers College. She worked for Universal Securities and the State ASC Office in Manhattan. Jane was very active in the community: volunteering with Dwight Library, organist for both Dwight United Methodist and Presbyterian Churches, she was a seamstress and knitter with many babies’ receiving blankets, caps and booties.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Richard; and son Jeffrey Thomas Kirkeminde. Jane is survived by her son James Kirkeminde and two daughters: Margaret Kirkeminde, and Sara Kirkeminde and husband Doug Burt; grandsons Cole James and Alec Wray; and great-grandchildren: Conner J. Kirkeminde, Hadley R. Kirkeminde, Hudson W. Kirkeminde, Talon A. Burt, Eleanora W. Burt and Lucas W. Burt.&nbsp;

Jane Kirkeminde

Rob’s life began on May 5th, 1966 in Wichita, KS.  He was the loving son of James and Carol (Oblander) Hett.  Rob was a 1984 graduate of Marion High School, attended Butler County Community College and served in the United States Army Reserve from 1983-1989, seeing service in Germany.  Rob was blessed with a daughter, Valeree Robin in 1990 and a son Adam Robert in 1992.  Rob’s passion for dirt bikes was passed on to his son, enjoying countless hours at the motor cross track with family and friends.  Rob was also a softball coach for his daughter spending several summers at games.   Rob was united in marriage to the former Mandy Everett on April 15, 2017 in Tonganoxie, KS.  From there, they went on to countless adventures across the county, making a lifetime of memories together.

  Rob valued hard work, starting at a young age, opening CR Kennel with his mother Carol and ending his life as a superintendent for Piping Technology Company in McPherson, a job that was more than just work and brought to his life a special “on the road family” and many traveling adventures from which he always came home with stories to laugh about.  Rob was a giving soul who never met a stranger and genuinely loved people.  He enjoyed woodworking, guns, grilling, and loved spending time on his family farm.  Most evenings you could find him with a grill full of food and a big smile read for anybody who stopped by. 

 His loving family includes his wife Mandy of Marion; parents Jim and Carol Hett of Marion; children Valeree (Blake Ware) Hett of Hillsboro and Adam (Elizabeth) Hett of Topeka; grandchildren Bryden, Camryn, Brooks and Declan; siblings Tim Hett of Emporia and Kimberly (Michael) Metcalf of Roseburg, OR; Mandy’s children Shannon Glover, and Skyler Stover; grandchildren Avery, Dawson, and Colton and Rob’s faithful dog Buck.  Rob passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday May 21st, 2021. 

 His family will gather with friends on Tuesday June 1st from 5-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion.  His funeral service will be held on Wednesday June 2nd at 11 a.m. at the Aulne Church led by Pastors Jeff Lee and Jim Helzer.&nbsp; Rob will be laid to rest with military honors in Marion Cemetery following the service.  Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Rob’s life began on May 5th, 1966 in Wichita, KS. He was the loving son of James and Carol (Oblander) Hett. Rob was a 1984 graduate of Marion High School, attended Butler County Community College and served in the United States Army Reserve from 1983-1989, seeing service in Germany. Rob was blessed with a daughter, Valeree Robin in 1990 and a son Adam Robert in 1992. Rob’s passion for dirt bikes was passed on to his son, enjoying countless hours at the motor cross track with family and friends. Rob was also a softball coach for his daughter spending several summers at games. Rob was united in marriage to the former Mandy Everett on April 15, 2017 in Tonganoxie, KS. From there, they went on to countless adventures across the county, making a lifetime of memories together. Rob valued hard work, starting at a young age, opening CR Kennel with his mother Carol and ending his life as a superintendent for Piping Technology Company in McPherson, a job that was more than just work and brought to his life a special “on the road family” and many traveling adventures from which he always came home with stories to laugh about. Rob was a giving soul who never met a stranger and genuinely loved people. He enjoyed woodworking, guns, grilling, and loved spending time on his family farm. Most evenings you could find him with a grill full of food and a big smile read for anybody who stopped by. His loving family includes his wife Mandy of Marion; parents Jim and Carol Hett of Marion; children Valeree (Blake Ware) Hett of Hillsboro and Adam (Elizabeth) Hett of Topeka; grandchildren Bryden, Camryn, Brooks and Declan; siblings Tim Hett of Emporia and Kimberly (Michael) Metcalf of Roseburg, OR; Mandy’s children Shannon Glover, and Skyler Stover; grandchildren Avery, Dawson, and Colton and Rob’s faithful dog Buck. Rob passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday May 21st, 2021. His family will gather with friends on Tuesday June 1st from 5-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion. His funeral service will be held on Wednesday June 2nd at 11 a.m. at the Aulne Church led by Pastors Jeff Lee and Jim Helzer.&nbsp; Rob will be laid to rest with military honors in Marion Cemetery following the service. Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

James "Rob" Robert Hett - May 5, 1966-May 21, 2021 (age 55)

Helen Marie Kohl 89 died May 24, 2021 in Wakefield, KS.&nbsp; She was born on February 27, 1932 in Miltonvale, the daughter of Ellis and Ruth (Garretson) Shepard.&nbsp; Helen was raised in the Miltonvale Community. She married Lionel Kohl in 1951.&nbsp; Helen worked as a tax preparer for many years.&nbsp; Lionel preceded her in death in 2008.&nbsp; She was a member of the Miltonvale Christian Church and the Concordia American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp; Helen was preceded in death by her parents; son, David; three brothers and three sisters.

Son: Steven and wife Bonnie Kohl of Miltonvale, KS

Daughter: Sonja and husband Scott Borwege of Miltonvale, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. at Phelps Funeral Home

Private services are scheduled.&nbsp; The service will live stream at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live%C2%A0%C2%A0">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Center

Helen Marie Kohl 89 died May 24, 2021 in Wakefield, KS.&nbsp; She was born on February 27, 1932 in Miltonvale, the daughter of Ellis and Ruth (Garretson) Shepard.&nbsp; Helen was raised in the Miltonvale Community. She married Lionel Kohl in 1951.&nbsp; Helen worked as a tax preparer for many years.&nbsp; Lionel preceded her in death in 2008.&nbsp; She was a member of the Miltonvale Christian Church and the Concordia American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp; Helen was preceded in death by her parents; son, David; three brothers and three sisters.Survivors:Son: Steven and wife Bonnie Kohl of Miltonvale, KSDaughter: Sonja and husband Scott Borwege of Miltonvale, KS10 Grandchildren, 23 Great-Grandchildren1 Great-Great-GrandchildVisitation:&nbsp;Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. at Phelps Funeral HomePrivate services are scheduled.&nbsp; The service will live stream at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live%C2%A0%C2%A0">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Center

Helen Marie Kohl 

Betty Marie Schuetz, 88, of Paxico, Kansas, died Friday, May 21, 2021, at the Aldergates Village in Topeka. She was a life-long resident of the area.

Betty was born December 21, 1932, in Alma, Kansas, the daughter of August “Lee” and Selena “Lena” Schmitt Berroth. She attended local schools and graduated from Paxico High School. She then received her business certificate from Clark Business School in Topeka.

Betty worked for nine years as the secretary for the Paxico Schools. Then for 21 years, she was the Executive Assistant for the Kansas Secretary of Aging. She was an active member of the Paxico Senior Citizen Center and served in many capacities including president. Betty also was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the church’s Altar Sodality.

Betty was a people’s advocate for the Kansas Area Agency on Aging and always willing to help others with problems and concerns facing older individuals. She enjoyed making quilts with an active quilting group and tending her flower beds. She was immensely proud of her children and grandchildren.

Betty married Thomas Herman Schuetz on September 3, 1951, in Newbury. He preceded her in death on April 9, 2018.

Betty is survived by her children; Carla Roth (Bob), Cave Creek, Arizona, John Schuetz (Kelly), Topeka, Greg Schuetz (Linda), Paxico, and Gary Schuetz, Paxico; her grandchildren, Robin Heard (Scott), Gilbert, Arizona, Heather Fleming (Jason), Cave Creek Arizona, Mallory Schuetz, Topeka, Mitch Schuetz, Lawrence, Justin Schuetz (Chelsea), Alma, and Cody Schuetz (Crystal), Alma; her great-grandchildren, Tyler and Hope Fleming, Lily, Brayson and Taisley Schuetz; her sister, Jean Tanner, Larned; and her brother, Ron Berroth (Diane), Topeka. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings, Art Berroth, Larry Berroth, Joe Berroth, Brad Berroth and Sue Anderson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Newbury, north of Paxico. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Father Mike Peterson will be the Celebrant. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., at the church. A&nbsp; Rosary prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; They suggest memorial contributions to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Paxico Senior Center and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.

Betty Marie Schuetz, 88, of Paxico, Kansas, died Friday, May 21, 2021, at the Aldergates Village in Topeka. She was a life-long resident of the area.Betty was born December 21, 1932, in Alma, Kansas, the daughter of August “Lee” and Selena “Lena” Schmitt Berroth. She attended local schools and graduated from Paxico High School. She then received her business certificate from Clark Business School in Topeka.Betty worked for nine years as the secretary for the Paxico Schools. Then for 21 years, she was the Executive Assistant for the Kansas Secretary of Aging. She was an active member of the Paxico Senior Citizen Center and served in many capacities including president. Betty also was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the church’s Altar Sodality.Betty was a people’s advocate for the Kansas Area Agency on Aging and always willing to help others with problems and concerns facing older individuals. She enjoyed making quilts with an active quilting group and tending her flower beds. She was immensely proud of her children and grandchildren.Betty married Thomas Herman Schuetz on September 3, 1951, in Newbury. He preceded her in death on April 9, 2018.Betty is survived by her children; Carla Roth (Bob), Cave Creek, Arizona, John Schuetz (Kelly), Topeka, Greg Schuetz (Linda), Paxico, and Gary Schuetz, Paxico; her grandchildren, Robin Heard (Scott), Gilbert, Arizona, Heather Fleming (Jason), Cave Creek Arizona, Mallory Schuetz, Topeka, Mitch Schuetz, Lawrence, Justin Schuetz (Chelsea), Alma, and Cody Schuetz (Crystal), Alma; her great-grandchildren, Tyler and Hope Fleming, Lily, Brayson and Taisley Schuetz; her sister, Jean Tanner, Larned; and her brother, Ron Berroth (Diane), Topeka. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings, Art Berroth, Larry Berroth, Joe Berroth, Brad Berroth and Sue Anderson.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Newbury, north of Paxico. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Father Mike Peterson will be the Celebrant. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., at the church. A&nbsp; Rosary prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; They suggest memorial contributions to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Paxico Senior Center and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.

Betty Marie Schuetz

Donald Dee Tessendorf, 89, of Manhattan, KS, died May 20, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. Don was born on November 10, 1931, in rural Onaga, KS, to Nellie Marie (Hiser) and Henry Robert Tessendorf. He was raised on his family’s farm in rural Onaga. He attended school at Eureka School and Onaga Grade and High School, graduating in 1950. Helping at the farm as a youngster, they farmed with horses and purchased their first tractor toward the end of WWII. He lived from the early days of few modern conveniences to today’s multitude of aides for modern life. He farmed with his father after high school. He was united in marriage to Carolyn R. Cramer of Manhattan on May 22, 1954, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Manhattan. They lived on an adjoining farm for about 2 ½ years. They moved to Topeka where Don was a route salesman for Ripley’s Laundry and Cleaners for five years. They moved to Wamego in 1961 so their sons might enjoy the unique benefit of a smaller town. Don was employed at Daylor Motors and Wamego Motors as service manager. He was employed at USD 320 for many years in several roles including maintenance and custodial, groundskeeper and bus driver. He especially enjoyed activity trips for sports, school interest groups, FFA Conventions and many other activities. For several years he ran his own auto repair shop. Don had a lifelong connection to farming including the years he spent in the Zeandale area. He loved the land and was intent on preserving that heritage in the younger generation. He enjoyed sports in school, especially football and track, and winning several awards. He had an almost innate interest in mechanical vehicles and John Deere tractors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, water skiing. camping and taking his family to many beautiful parks, forests, historic places including some foreign travel. Texas was enjoyed in the winter months some years. Don was baptized and confirmed at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Wamego. He sang in the church choir and served as Sexton for a time remaining a member for the years he lived in Wamego. In the 1990’s he participated in a mission trip to Venezuela with other Episcopal churches from northeast Kansas. He was also baptized by immersion in Texas in 1999. After moving to the Zeandale area he became a member of the Zeandale Community Church in 2004. Don enjoyed friends, music, talks around the campfire, the company of his sons and granddaughters, people he worked with, planning life, business and activities with his wife, car shows in the park, cooking out and the beauty of nature and animals. Don was also a member of FFA and NRA. Survivors include his wife Carolyn of the home; his son Steven D. Tessendorf of Evansville, IN; two granddaughters: Lauren A. Hurstell (Douglas) of Bacliff, TX, and Katherine E. Tessendorf of Newburgh, IN; nephews and niece: Larry and Hugh (Cheryl) Tessendorf and Roberta Tessendorf; and many grandnieces and grandnephews and cousins. Don was preceded in death by his parents; his son Mark A. Tessendorf; and his brothers Robert D. and Harold D. Tessendorf. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 26th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Wesley Paddock officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Zeandale. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Zeandale Community 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Dee Tessendorf, 89, of Manhattan, KS, died May 20, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. Don was born on November 10, 1931, in rural Onaga, KS, to Nellie Marie (Hiser) and Henry Robert Tessendorf. He was raised on his family’s farm in rural Onaga. He attended school at Eureka School and Onaga Grade and High School, graduating in 1950. Helping at the farm as a youngster, they farmed with horses and purchased their first tractor toward the end of WWII. He lived from the early days of few modern conveniences to today’s multitude of aides for modern life. He farmed with his father after high school. He was united in marriage to Carolyn R. Cramer of Manhattan on May 22, 1954, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Manhattan. They lived on an adjoining farm for about 2 ½ years. They moved to Topeka where Don was a route salesman for Ripley’s Laundry and Cleaners for five years. They moved to Wamego in 1961 so their sons might enjoy the unique benefit of a smaller town. Don was employed at Daylor Motors and Wamego Motors as service manager. He was employed at USD 320 for many years in several roles including maintenance and custodial, groundskeeper and bus driver. He especially enjoyed activity trips for sports, school interest groups, FFA Conventions and many other activities. For several years he ran his own auto repair shop. Don had a lifelong connection to farming including the years he spent in the Zeandale area. He loved the land and was intent on preserving that heritage in the younger generation. He enjoyed sports in school, especially football and track, and winning several awards. He had an almost innate interest in mechanical vehicles and John Deere tractors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, water skiing. camping and taking his family to many beautiful parks, forests, historic places including some foreign travel. Texas was enjoyed in the winter months some years. Don was baptized and confirmed at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Wamego. He sang in the church choir and served as Sexton for a time remaining a member for the years he lived in Wamego. In the 1990’s he participated in a mission trip to Venezuela with other Episcopal churches from northeast Kansas. He was also baptized by immersion in Texas in 1999. After moving to the Zeandale area he became a member of the Zeandale Community Church in 2004. Don enjoyed friends, music, talks around the campfire, the company of his sons and granddaughters, people he worked with, planning life, business and activities with his wife, car shows in the park, cooking out and the beauty of nature and animals. Don was also a member of FFA and NRA. Survivors include his wife Carolyn of the home; his son Steven D. Tessendorf of Evansville, IN; two granddaughters: Lauren A. Hurstell (Douglas) of Bacliff, TX, and Katherine E. Tessendorf of Newburgh, IN; nephews and niece: Larry and Hugh (Cheryl) Tessendorf and Roberta Tessendorf; and many grandnieces and grandnephews and cousins. Don was preceded in death by his parents; his son Mark A. Tessendorf; and his brothers Robert D. and Harold D. Tessendorf. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 26th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Wesley Paddock officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Zeandale. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Zeandale Community 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Dee Tessendorf

Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, May 27, 2021, 5:00-6:30 p.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441, 785-762-3131

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A full obituary will appear soon in care of the Funeral Home.

Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, May 27, 2021, 5:00-6:30 p.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441, 785-762-3131<a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF8&amp;cid=15891914633273854249&amp;q=Johnson+Funeral+Chapel&amp;iwloc=A&amp;gl=US&amp;hl=en" target="_blank"></a>Service:&nbsp; Thursday, May 27, 2021, 6:30 p.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;A full obituary will appear soon in care of the Funeral Home.

Thomas W. "Tom" Hall 1960-2021

Irene A. Lewis, 91, of Junction City, Ks, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will take place at a later date at the Deerfield Cemetery in Deerfield, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Salina Regional Hospital Hospice. Irene was born November 22, 1929 in Westphalia, KS the daughter of William and Alta (Steen) Weber. The family moved to Western Kansas when Irene was six months old. She was raised on a farm northwest of Lakin, KS. She graduated from Lakin High School with the class of 1947. On June 4, 1949, she married L.T. Ray. To this union, three children were born. The children were Bill, Jim and Joan. L.T. passed away May 18, 1970. She later married Norman Stotler. Norman passed away October 22, 1982. On September 10, 1983, she married Charles "Chuck" Lewis. He passed away November 22, 2010. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Junction City, KS. She enjoyed traveling and spending her winters in Arizona with her husband Chuck. Survivors include one son, Jim Ray and his wife Annette of Milford, KS; one daughter, Joan Macy of Junction City, KS; four grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents, three husbands, one son, Bill Ray and two sisters, Dorothy Burden and Teresa Modie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Irene A. Lewis, 91, of Junction City, Ks, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will take place at a later date at the Deerfield Cemetery in Deerfield, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Salina Regional Hospital Hospice. Irene was born November 22, 1929 in Westphalia, KS the daughter of William and Alta (Steen) Weber. The family moved to Western Kansas when Irene was six months old. She was raised on a farm northwest of Lakin, KS. She graduated from Lakin High School with the class of 1947. On June 4, 1949, she married L.T. Ray. To this union, three children were born. The children were Bill, Jim and Joan. L.T. passed away May 18, 1970. She later married Norman Stotler. Norman passed away October 22, 1982. On September 10, 1983, she married Charles "Chuck" Lewis. He passed away November 22, 2010. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Junction City, KS. She enjoyed traveling and spending her winters in Arizona with her husband Chuck. Survivors include one son, Jim Ray and his wife Annette of Milford, KS; one daughter, Joan Macy of Junction City, KS; four grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents, three husbands, one son, Bill Ray and two sisters, Dorothy Burden and Teresa Modie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Irene A. Lewis

Joyce L. Perrino, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on May 19, 2021. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to ChannelMom Radio online at https://channelmom.com or via mail at ChannelMom, KRKS FM, 3131 S. Vaughn Way, Ste. 601, Aurora, CO 80014. Joyce L. Perrino, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on May 19, 2021. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to ChannelMom Radio online at https://channelmom.com or via mail at ChannelMom, KRKS FM, 3131 S. Vaughn Way, Ste. 601, Aurora, CO 80014. Joyce was born on January 5, 1942, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. She grew up in Missouri and as a young lady, she met the love of her life, John D. Perrino. They had three daughter's. With John's military career, the small family lived in many places all over the United States. Joyce was a dedicated mother and dedicated her life to raising their three daughters while John provided for them. Joyce loved to travel. After John's passing, she still enjoyed traveling to visit family and friends. She also loved reading. She had a strong faith in God and had a subtle and delicate way of ministering to those who needed guidance. Her ministry to others came in the form of a loving, strong, and gentle heart. Above all, Joyce was a loving wife, caring mother, and later an adoring grandmother and great grandmother. She will be dearly missed. Joyce is survived by her loving family: her three daughters, Debra Perrino of Junction City, KS, Donna (Bob) Burgess of Mesa, AZ, and Sara (Bruce) Major of Hillsboro, KS; 5 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, John D. Perrino.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joyce L. Perrino, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on May 19, 2021. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to ChannelMom Radio online at https://channelmom.com or via mail at ChannelMom, KRKS FM, 3131 S. Vaughn Way, Ste. 601, Aurora, CO 80014. Joyce L. Perrino, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on May 19, 2021. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to ChannelMom Radio online at https://channelmom.com or via mail at ChannelMom, KRKS FM, 3131 S. Vaughn Way, Ste. 601, Aurora, CO 80014. Joyce was born on January 5, 1942, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. She grew up in Missouri and as a young lady, she met the love of her life, John D. Perrino. They had three daughter's. With John's military career, the small family lived in many places all over the United States. Joyce was a dedicated mother and dedicated her life to raising their three daughters while John provided for them. Joyce loved to travel. After John's passing, she still enjoyed traveling to visit family and friends. She also loved reading. She had a strong faith in God and had a subtle and delicate way of ministering to those who needed guidance. Her ministry to others came in the form of a loving, strong, and gentle heart. Above all, Joyce was a loving wife, caring mother, and later an adoring grandmother and great grandmother. She will be dearly missed. Joyce is survived by her loving family: her three daughters, Debra Perrino of Junction City, KS, Donna (Bob) Burgess of Mesa, AZ, and Sara (Bruce) Major of Hillsboro, KS; 5 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, John D. Perrino.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joyce L. Perrino

Harold Dean Hood, age 77 of Riley, passed away Friday, May 21, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

He was born on August 14, 1943 in Belva, Oklahoma, the son of Walter Lee and Mary Myrtle (Reasoner) Hood.

He worked as a carpenter for Kansas State University and enjoyed fishing the Republican River.  He was a faithful attendee of the Crossroads Baptist Church.

On August 21, 2014, he married Jerry Sue Pennington.

Harold is survived by his wife, Jerry Sue Hood; three sons, Steven Hood and wife Janelle of Wakarusa, Brian Hood and wife Patricia of of Divide, Montana and Jayson Hood and wife Jennifer of Clay Center; one daughter, Georgia Wells and husband Jason of Clay Center; two sisters, Betty Lively of Sharon, Oklahoma and Linda Tompkins of Crowley, Texas; nine grandchildren, Aidan Hood, Heather Hood, Caitlyn Hood, Emily Hood, Lucas Hood, Alex Hood, Jayden Wells, Kaydence Wells and Kaylyn Wells; two step daughters, Leigh Ann Bowman of Riley and Susan Tetreault of Northboro, Massachusetts and his beloved aunt, Neva Jane Reasoner of Clay Center

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Don Hood

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on June 4, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.  Inurnment will be in the Riley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice House and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Harold Dean Hood, age 77 of Riley, passed away Friday, May 21, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.He was born on August 14, 1943 in Belva, Oklahoma, the son of Walter Lee and Mary Myrtle (Reasoner) Hood.He worked as a carpenter for Kansas State University and enjoyed fishing the Republican River. He was a faithful attendee of the Crossroads Baptist Church.On August 21, 2014, he married Jerry Sue Pennington.Harold is survived by his wife, Jerry Sue Hood; three sons, Steven Hood and wife Janelle of Wakarusa, Brian Hood and wife Patricia of of Divide, Montana and Jayson Hood and wife Jennifer of Clay Center; one daughter, Georgia Wells and husband Jason of Clay Center; two sisters, Betty Lively of Sharon, Oklahoma and Linda Tompkins of Crowley, Texas; nine grandchildren, Aidan Hood, Heather Hood, Caitlyn Hood, Emily Hood, Lucas Hood, Alex Hood, Jayden Wells, Kaydence Wells and Kaylyn Wells; two step daughters, Leigh Ann Bowman of Riley and Susan Tetreault of Northboro, Massachusetts and his beloved aunt, Neva Jane Reasoner of Clay CenterHe was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Don HoodMemorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on June 4, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Inurnment will be in the Riley Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice House and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Harold Dean Hood

Ronald Hart, 75 of Abilene passed away May 18, 2021. He was born June 21, 1945 the son of Norman and Eva Johnson Hart. He joined the United States Air Force in 1933 serving 8 years. Ron was a long-haul truck driver, driving trucks for various companies as an Owner-operator. 

He is survived by two sons, Kenny Jones and Dale Jones; one daughter, Barbara Hart; two sisters, Norma Corcoran and Linda Dodge; one brother, Rickey Hart, eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren and many friends.

 The family has chosen cremation. No services are planned at this time. The family suggest memorials be given to your local animal shelter in his name. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Ronald Hart, 75 of Abilene passed away May 18, 2021. He was born June 21, 1945 the son of Norman and Eva Johnson Hart. He joined the United States Air Force in 1933 serving 8 years. Ron was a long-haul truck driver, driving trucks for various companies as an Owner-operator. He is survived by two sons, Kenny Jones and Dale Jones; one daughter, Barbara Hart; two sisters, Norma Corcoran and Linda Dodge; one brother, Rickey Hart, eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren and many friends. The family has chosen cremation. No services are planned at this time. The family suggest memorials be given to your local animal shelter in his name. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Ronald Hart

Lawrence “Larry” Joseph Menard, age 67, passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born January 24, 1954, in Demar, Kansas, the son of Ambrose and Angela Menard. He lived most of his life in Manhattan, Kansas. In 1988 he started and owned a successful business, Manhattan Heating and Air Conditioning. Larry was very devoted to his family. He loved watching his children through all of their activities and life events, and in recent years seeing the births of his granddaughters and getting the opportunity to see them grow and play. He also found joy in working with his hands, always tinkering and creating new projects. His blue eyes, kind and generous heart, and fighting spirit will be terribly missed. We celebrate his wonderful life, as he will live on forever in the hearts of his children; Kolby (Mandi) Menard of Prairie Village, KS, Mallory (Tom) Stanley of Lenexa, KS; grandchildren: Peyton Menard, Riley Menard, and Willa Stanley; brothers and sisters of Larry include: Cathy Woolard, Debbie (Randy) Stefek, Steve (Luanne) Menard, Terry Menard, and Gerard (Mary) Menard. Larry was met in heaven by his parents, and siblings, Deanna Yantiss, Rick Menard, and Ray Menard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lawrence “Larry” Joseph Menard, age 67, passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born January 24, 1954, in Demar, Kansas, the son of Ambrose and Angela Menard. He lived most of his life in Manhattan, Kansas. In 1988 he started and owned a successful business, Manhattan Heating and Air Conditioning. Larry was very devoted to his family. He loved watching his children through all of their activities and life events, and in recent years seeing the births of his granddaughters and getting the opportunity to see them grow and play. He also found joy in working with his hands, always tinkering and creating new projects. His blue eyes, kind and generous heart, and fighting spirit will be terribly missed. We celebrate his wonderful life, as he will live on forever in the hearts of his children; Kolby (Mandi) Menard of Prairie Village, KS, Mallory (Tom) Stanley of Lenexa, KS; grandchildren: Peyton Menard, Riley Menard, and Willa Stanley; brothers and sisters of Larry include: Cathy Woolard, Debbie (Randy) Stefek, Steve (Luanne) Menard, Terry Menard, and Gerard (Mary) Menard. Larry was met in heaven by his parents, and siblings, Deanna Yantiss, Rick Menard, and Ray Menard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lawrence “Larry” Joseph Menard

Wilma’s life began on June 1, 1944 in Salina. She was the daughter of Paul and Flossie (Luckey) Taylor.&nbsp; Wilma was united in marriage to Fred Kogler on May 5, 1988 in Abilene.&nbsp; Wilma worked as a waitress and bartender for several area restaurants and was an active volunteer for Hospice and Home Health of Dickinson County.&nbsp; She was a member of First Christian Church in Herington and loved visiting with her friends.&nbsp;

Wilma’s loving family incudes her children William (Kimberley) Emerson of Pawtucket, RI, Julie (Russell Vahscholtz) Richmond of Woodbine, and Terry (Tina) Malek of Mendon, NE; stepsons Walter and Tim Null; grandchildren Sara Emerson, Alicia Rives, Roscoe Richmond,&nbsp; Meghan (Zaine) Mather, Kelsey ( Skyler) Vaught, Terran and Tyler Malek; great grandchildren Mackenzie, Madison, Zoey Lynn, Amelia, Reid, Kian, Shayne, Xavier and Emersyn; sisters Lola Hunter and Kathy (Jack) Arbogast, brother Danny Taylor and sister in law Helen Taylor.&nbsp;

Wilma passed away at her home on Thursday May 20, 2021.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Fred, and brothers Darrel, Donald and Larry.&nbsp;

Her family will gather with friends on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; Her funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church, Herington.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Hospice and Home Health of Dickinson County or the First Christian Church.

Wilma’s life began on June 1, 1944 in Salina. She was the daughter of Paul and Flossie (Luckey) Taylor.&nbsp; Wilma was united in marriage to Fred Kogler on May 5, 1988 in Abilene.&nbsp; Wilma worked as a waitress and bartender for several area restaurants and was an active volunteer for Hospice and Home Health of Dickinson County.&nbsp; She was a member of First Christian Church in Herington and loved visiting with her friends.&nbsp;Wilma’s loving family incudes her children William (Kimberley) Emerson of Pawtucket, RI, Julie (Russell Vahscholtz) Richmond of Woodbine, and Terry (Tina) Malek of Mendon, NE; stepsons Walter and Tim Null; grandchildren Sara Emerson, Alicia Rives, Roscoe Richmond,&nbsp; Meghan (Zaine) Mather, Kelsey ( Skyler) Vaught, Terran and Tyler Malek; great grandchildren Mackenzie, Madison, Zoey Lynn, Amelia, Reid, Kian, Shayne, Xavier and Emersyn; sisters Lola Hunter and Kathy (Jack) Arbogast, brother Danny Taylor and sister in law Helen Taylor.&nbsp;Wilma passed away at her home on Thursday May 20, 2021.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Fred, and brothers Darrel, Donald and Larry.&nbsp;Her family will gather with friends on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; Her funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church, Herington.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Hospice and Home Health of Dickinson County or the First Christian Church.

Wilma June (Taylor) Kogler June 1, 1944-May 20, 2021 (age 76)

Janett’s life began on October 24, 1936, the daughter of Irvin and Maxine (Ungles) Coons in Palisade, Nebraska. She married Bill Gene Burch on April 4, 1953, in Trenton, Nebraska. She was a waitress, dishwasher, punch press machine operator and a meat wrapper at Dillon’s. She enjoyed her family and crocheting.

Her loving family includes her sons and their wives, Randy and Judy Burch of Success, Missouri, Curtis and Judy Burch of Malvern, Arkansas, Carl and Debbie Burch of Newton, Kansas; daughters and their husbands, Brenda and Dwight King of Flippin, Arkansas and Donna and Harry Reid of Hutchinson, Kansas; sister and her husband, Judy and Alan Robar of Wautoma, Wisconsin; 14 grandchildren and many great and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill in 1984; an infant son, Gary Burch; daughter, Debra Stubbs in 2002; brother, Donald Coons; sister, Barbara Brunt. Janett passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at the age of 84 years old.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, May 25, at 2:00 p.m. in Hurst Cemetery, Flippin, Arkansas.&nbsp; Lamb Funeral Home of Whitewater, Kansas is serving the family.

Janett’s life began on October 24, 1936, the daughter of Irvin and Maxine (Ungles) Coons in Palisade, Nebraska. She married Bill Gene Burch on April 4, 1953, in Trenton, Nebraska. She was a waitress, dishwasher, punch press machine operator and a meat wrapper at Dillon’s. She enjoyed her family and crocheting.Her loving family includes her sons and their wives, Randy and Judy Burch of Success, Missouri, Curtis and Judy Burch of Malvern, Arkansas, Carl and Debbie Burch of Newton, Kansas; daughters and their husbands, Brenda and Dwight King of Flippin, Arkansas and Donna and Harry Reid of Hutchinson, Kansas; sister and her husband, Judy and Alan Robar of Wautoma, Wisconsin; 14 grandchildren and many great and great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill in 1984; an infant son, Gary Burch; daughter, Debra Stubbs in 2002; brother, Donald Coons; sister, Barbara Brunt. Janett passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at the age of 84 years old.A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, May 25, at 2:00 p.m. in Hurst Cemetery, Flippin, Arkansas.&nbsp; Lamb Funeral Home of Whitewater, Kansas is serving the family.

Janett Coleen (Coons) Burch October 24, 1936-May 20, 2021 (age 84)

Margaret Earlene Haynes, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 at her home in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. No memorial services are planned. A private family burial will take place at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery in Chanute, KS. Margaret was born September 19, 1936, in Chanute, KS the third daughter of Ruth (Patton) and Byrle Haynes. She attended Alcott Elementary School, Royster Junior High and was a graduate of Chanute High School. Margaret traveled throughout the United States while serving as an office manager for a construction company. Upon her retirement, she made her home in Florida. Ill health brought her to Junction City, KS to be near family. Margaret was known as the family historian, spending years researching family members and sharing family records. Her funny and serious anecdotal recollections will be treasured for years to come. Margaret was noted for sending reminders to wear green on St. Patrick's Day which she called "Dads Day" which was her father's birthday. Margaret is survived by two brothers, Ron (Donna) Haynes and Don (Helen) Haynes; two sisters, Emma (Vernon) Manion and Carol Haynes all of Junction City, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, K.C; one sister, Lois; one nephew, Eric.

Margaret Earlene Haynes, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 at her home in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. No memorial services are planned. A private family burial will take place at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery in Chanute, KS. Margaret was born September 19, 1936, in Chanute, KS the third daughter of Ruth (Patton) and Byrle Haynes. She attended Alcott Elementary School, Royster Junior High and was a graduate of Chanute High School. Margaret traveled throughout the United States while serving as an office manager for a construction company. Upon her retirement, she made her home in Florida. Ill health brought her to Junction City, KS to be near family. Margaret was known as the family historian, spending years researching family members and sharing family records. Her funny and serious anecdotal recollections will be treasured for years to come. Margaret was noted for sending reminders to wear green on St. Patrick's Day which she called "Dads Day" which was her father's birthday. Margaret is survived by two brothers, Ron (Donna) Haynes and Don (Helen) Haynes; two sisters, Emma (Vernon) Manion and Carol Haynes all of Junction City, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, K.C; one sister, Lois; one nephew, Eric.

Margaret Earlene Haynes

Rosalind Nelms, 58 of Abilene passed away May 19, 2021. She was born July 4, 1962 in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Leon and Nancy Jeter. On July 4, 1985 she was united in marriage to Ronald Nelms in Long Beach, California. As a military spouse she traveled the world and country living in many places before residing in Abilene where she worked at Ft. Riley as an administrative assistant at the Army Community Center.

 Rosalind is survived by her loving husband Ronald, daughter, Tiffany and son, Travis, mother Nancy Jeter and four brothers.

 A service will be held at a later date. Danner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Rosalind Nelms, 58 of Abilene passed away May 19, 2021. She was born July 4, 1962 in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Leon and Nancy Jeter. On July 4, 1985 she was united in marriage to Ronald Nelms in Long Beach, California. As a military spouse she traveled the world and country living in many places before residing in Abilene where she worked at Ft. Riley as an administrative assistant at the Army Community Center. Rosalind is survived by her loving husband Ronald, daughter, Tiffany and son, Travis, mother Nancy Jeter and four brothers. A service will be held at a later date. Danner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Rosalind Nelms

Keynen J. Wall, 75, of Salina, died May 18, 2021 at The Center at Waterfront in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on October 16, 1945 at Mahaska, Kansas, the son of Victor and Leah (Henderson) Wall.&nbsp; Keynen grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1963.&nbsp; He attended Kansas Weslyan University, where he played catcher for the baseball team.&nbsp; Keynen graduated from KWU in 1967 and taught high school in Hill City.&nbsp; He then moved to Scott City in 1972 where he owned and operated Wall’s True Value Hardware Store in Scott City and Dighton until 2008.&nbsp; He moved to Salina in 2010.&nbsp;

Keynen enjoyed watching KState sports, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; He was an avid investor and most of all, Keynen loved his family.

He is preceded in death by by his parents.

Son: K.J. and wife, Katie Wall of Lawrence, Kansas

Daughter: Kristi Torrey of El Dorado, Kansas

Grandchildren: Keynen Wall, III and Lilly Wall of Lawrence, Kansas

Sister: Ruth Ann and husband, Alan Johnson of Clay Center, Kansas

Brother: Dr. Kevin and wife, Karen Wall of Manhattan, Kansas

Sister: Koralea and husband, Todd Slagle of Clay Center, Kansas

Brother: Korwin and wife, Jodi Wall of Silver Lake, Kansas

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at 2:00PM at the United Methodist Church in Clay Center, Kansas

Burial:&nbsp;Private inurnment services will take place at a later date.

Visitation:&nbsp;Tuesday, June 1, 2021 from 5-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Keynen Wall memorial fund to be designated later

Keynen J. Wall, 75, of Salina, died May 18, 2021 at The Center at Waterfront in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on October 16, 1945 at Mahaska, Kansas, the son of Victor and Leah (Henderson) Wall.&nbsp; Keynen grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1963.&nbsp; He attended Kansas Weslyan University, where he played catcher for the baseball team.&nbsp; Keynen graduated from KWU in 1967 and taught high school in Hill City.&nbsp; He then moved to Scott City in 1972 where he owned and operated Wall’s True Value Hardware Store in Scott City and Dighton until 2008.&nbsp; He moved to Salina in 2010.&nbsp;Keynen enjoyed watching KState sports, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; He was an avid investor and most of all, Keynen loved his family.He is preceded in death by by his parents.Survivors:Son: K.J. and wife, Katie Wall of Lawrence, KansasDaughter: Kristi Torrey of El Dorado, KansasGrandchildren: Keynen Wall, III and Lilly Wall of Lawrence, KansasSister: Ruth Ann and husband, Alan Johnson of Clay Center, KansasBrother: Dr. Kevin and wife, Karen Wall of Manhattan, KansasSister: Koralea and husband, Todd Slagle of Clay Center, KansasBrother: Korwin and wife, Jodi Wall of Silver Lake, KansasFuneral Services:&nbsp;Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at 2:00PM at the United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KansasBurial:&nbsp;Private inurnment services will take place at a later date.Visitation:&nbsp;Tuesday, June 1, 2021 from 5-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KansasMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Keynen Wall memorial fund to be designated later

Keynen J. Wall

Lida Joan Wheatley, 96, a longtime resident of Holton, died on May 20, 2021 at The Pines in Holton. Joan was born on&nbsp; October 29, 1924 near Idana, Kansas, the daughter of James Warren and Carrie Mary (Carpenter) Isensee.&nbsp; She graduated from Clay County Community High School in 1943.&nbsp; Soon after, with WWII casualties mounting, Joan volunteered for the US Army Cadet nursing program at Jane C. Stormont Hospital in Topeka, graduating in 1947.

On Easter morning, April 17, 1949, Joan married her true love, Dr. Joseph S. Wheatley, at her parent’s residence in Idana.&nbsp; In 1955, Joan and Joseph welcomed Pamela Jo and soon after, the Wheatley’s settled in South Chicago where Joan worked along side her husband at their veterinary clinic, The Excanaba Animal Hospital.&nbsp; In 1958, they welcomed their second child, Michael Joseph.

After the untimely death of her husband in 1968, Joan moved with her two children to Holton to be near her sister, Margaret Eubanks.&nbsp;

In 1991, Joan experienced a tremendous joy when her daughter gave birth to her granddaughter, Emily Joann Lutz.&nbsp; Joan dedicated her remaining years to her children, grandchild, relatives, friends, community and faith.&nbsp; Joan will be remembered as a loving, cheerful and thoughtful presence that exemplified the true meaning of being a Christian.

She is also preceded in death by her parents and sister and brother in-law, Margaret (Isensee) and Roger Eubanks.

Daughter: Pamela J. Wheatley-Lutz and husband, Sterling Waggener of Topeka, Kansas

Son: Michael J. and wife, Pamela Ann Wheatley of Barrington, IL

Granddaughter: Emily Joann Lutz of Manhattan, Kansas

Graveside Services:&nbsp;Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 1:30PM at the Idana Cemetery in Idana, Kansas

Visitation:&nbsp;There will be no visitation

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Big Lakes Developmental Center c/o funeral home

Lida Joan Wheatley, 96, a longtime resident of Holton, died on May 20, 2021 at The Pines in Holton. Joan was born on&nbsp; October 29, 1924 near Idana, Kansas, the daughter of James Warren and Carrie Mary (Carpenter) Isensee.&nbsp; She graduated from Clay County Community High School in 1943.&nbsp; Soon after, with WWII casualties mounting, Joan volunteered for the US Army Cadet nursing program at Jane C. Stormont Hospital in Topeka, graduating in 1947.On Easter morning, April 17, 1949, Joan married her true love, Dr. Joseph S. Wheatley, at her parent’s residence in Idana.&nbsp; In 1955, Joan and Joseph welcomed Pamela Jo and soon after, the Wheatley’s settled in South Chicago where Joan worked along side her husband at their veterinary clinic, The Excanaba Animal Hospital.&nbsp; In 1958, they welcomed their second child, Michael Joseph.After the untimely death of her husband in 1968, Joan moved with her two children to Holton to be near her sister, Margaret Eubanks.&nbsp;In 1991, Joan experienced a tremendous joy when her daughter gave birth to her granddaughter, Emily Joann Lutz.&nbsp; Joan dedicated her remaining years to her children, grandchild, relatives, friends, community and faith.&nbsp; Joan will be remembered as a loving, cheerful and thoughtful presence that exemplified the true meaning of being a Christian.She is also preceded in death by her parents and sister and brother in-law, Margaret (Isensee) and Roger Eubanks.Survivors:Daughter: Pamela J. Wheatley-Lutz and husband, Sterling Waggener of Topeka, KansasSon: Michael J. and wife, Pamela Ann Wheatley of Barrington, ILGranddaughter: Emily Joann Lutz of Manhattan, Kansasnumerous nieces and nephewsGraveside Services:&nbsp;Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 1:30PM at the Idana Cemetery in Idana, KansasVisitation:&nbsp;There will be no visitationMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Big Lakes Developmental Center c/o funeral home

Joan Wheatley

Harold Otis Elsasser, age 96, died in Clyde, Kansas on May 19, 2021. He was born in Industry, KS on December 7, 1924 to Herman and Sophia (Bletscher) Elsasser. Harold grew up in Industry and was a graduate of Clay Center High School.&nbsp; He was drafted in 1945 during WWII and served in the Phillipines. Harold returned to the Clay County area after his time in the Army. &nbsp;Harold married Nola Eib on June 4, 1950. They made their home outside of Wakefield, where Harold farmed along side his father and brother. Harold and Nola moved their family to Clifton in 1964. Harold continued to farm until he was around 90 years old. He enjoyed square dancing, playing cards, hunting and fishing when he was younger, but above all he loved spending time with his grandchildren.&nbsp; Harold was a member of the VFW, American Legion, Faith United Church Presbyterian, and had served on the Coop Board. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Chris and Duane Elsasser; sister, Loretta Hafner and an infant sister Myra.

Son: Scott (Dianne) Elsasser of Orangeville, IL

Grandchildren: Jared (Jayna) Elsasser, Alison Elsasser, Ashley Elsasser, Shannon (Justin) O’Hara, Gretchen (Clayton) Zimmerman, Eric (Tara) Elsasser, Katelyn (Ben) Thompson, Brian (Morgan) Elsasser, Drew ( Olivia) Elsasser, Matt (Amber) Elsasser,and 18 Great Grandchildren

Funeral Services:&nbsp;&nbsp;Saturday,&nbsp;May 29, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Faith United Church Presbyterian in Clifton, KS

Burial:&nbsp;Pleasant View Cemetery, Vining, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Friday, May 28, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Faith United Church Presbyterian

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Faith United Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home &nbsp;&nbsp;

Harold Otis Elsasser, age 96, died in Clyde, Kansas on May 19, 2021. He was born in Industry, KS on December 7, 1924 to Herman and Sophia (Bletscher) Elsasser. Harold grew up in Industry and was a graduate of Clay Center High School.&nbsp; He was drafted in 1945 during WWII and served in the Phillipines. Harold returned to the Clay County area after his time in the Army. &nbsp;Harold married Nola Eib on June 4, 1950. They made their home outside of Wakefield, where Harold farmed along side his father and brother. Harold and Nola moved their family to Clifton in 1964. Harold continued to farm until he was around 90 years old. He enjoyed square dancing, playing cards, hunting and fishing when he was younger, but above all he loved spending time with his grandchildren.&nbsp; Harold was a member of the VFW, American Legion, Faith United Church Presbyterian, and had served on the Coop Board. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Chris and Duane Elsasser; sister, Loretta Hafner and an infant sister Myra.Survivors:Wife: Nola Elsasser of Clyde, KSSon: Ron (Tammy) Elsasser of Clifton, KSSon: Scott (Dianne) Elsasser of Orangeville, ILSister: Leora Leonard of McPhearson, KSGrandchildren: Jared (Jayna) Elsasser, Alison Elsasser, Ashley Elsasser, Shannon (Justin) O’Hara, Gretchen (Clayton) Zimmerman, Eric (Tara) Elsasser, Katelyn (Ben) Thompson, Brian (Morgan) Elsasser, Drew ( Olivia) Elsasser, Matt (Amber) Elsasser,and 18 Great GrandchildrenFuneral Services:&nbsp;&nbsp;Saturday,&nbsp;May 29, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Faith United Church Presbyterian in Clifton, KSMinister:&nbsp;Pastor Roxie BaerBurial:&nbsp;Pleasant View Cemetery, Vining, KSVisitation:&nbsp;Friday, May 28, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Faith United Church PresbyterianMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Faith United Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home &nbsp;&nbsp;

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