Eva Louise French was born on April 15, 1927, to Thearon E. and Gladys I. French in Carlton, Kansas. She spent her early years growing up on the Cornell Ranch in Carlton. She also attended Carlton Grade School before moving to Abilene, Kansas as a teen. There she attended Abilene High School. Eva united in marriage with Jesse Dean Bogart on October 27, 1946, in Abilene, Kansas. Their union was blessed with two children, a son Steven and a daughter, Rhonda. Dean and Eva raised their family in Carlton before moving to Abilene in 1966. Eva worked for many years at Ben Franklin 5&amp;10 Cent Store in Abilene earning $1 an hour. She always said she really enjoyed meeting and visiting with people during her time there, but when an opportunity arose for Eva to make more money, she accepted a position with Westinghouse Lighting in Salina. While the work was hard and the hours were long, some of her coworkers became close, lifelong friends. Among those were Sandy Patee, Juanita Anderson, Carol Pfeiffer, Carol Cadillo, Marlene Nelson, Alice Ryan, Mary Kay Kuntz and Phyllis Gardenhire. In 1976, Dean and Eva moved to Salina, Kansas to be closer to work. They became next door neighbors to the son of Eva’s best friend from Carlton, Duane Hobson. Eva’s family always felt the comfort of knowing that Duane was just next door. He stepped up to the plate many times when Eva’s family was too far away. They will be forever grateful to him for all the assistance he provided at a moment’s notice. Eva also began making a weekly trip to The Corner Cottage hair salon in Salina where Sarah Duffy styled her hair for the next 43 years. They too became lifelong friends. Eva retired from Westinghouse (Phillips Lighting) in 1989. Her remaining years were spent enjoying some of her favorite hobbies which included crocheting, fishing and playing with her 5 grandchildren, Libby, Thearon, Kasey, Kris and Kelly and her 13 greatgrandchildren. Eva is preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Dean, son Steven, daughter-in-law, Anita, grandson Kody, her parents and 4 brothers and sisters. She is survived by daughter Rhonda Goodin (Mike) of Derby, Kansas, granddaughter Libby Wray of Newton, Kansas and grandsons, Thearon Wray (Jamie) of Oxford, Kansas, Kasey Bogart of Salina, Kansas, Kristopher Bogart (Katie), of rural Abilene, Kansas, Kelly Bogart (Kayla) of rural Abilene, Kansas and her 13 greatgrandchildren. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

Funeral Services for Eva will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating. Burial will follow at the Abilene City Cemetery. Friends may come by Danner’s&nbsp; any time Tuesday until service time. The family suggests memorials be given to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Eva Louise French was born on April 15, 1927, to Thearon E. and Gladys I. French in Carlton, Kansas. She spent her early years growing up on the Cornell Ranch in Carlton. She also attended Carlton Grade School before moving to Abilene, Kansas as a teen. There she attended Abilene High School. Eva united in marriage with Jesse Dean Bogart on October 27, 1946, in Abilene, Kansas. Their union was blessed with two children, a son Steven and a daughter, Rhonda. Dean and Eva raised their family in Carlton before moving to Abilene in 1966. Eva worked for many years at Ben Franklin 5&amp;10 Cent Store in Abilene earning $1 an hour. She always said she really enjoyed meeting and visiting with people during her time there, but when an opportunity arose for Eva to make more money, she accepted a position with Westinghouse Lighting in Salina. While the work was hard and the hours were long, some of her coworkers became close, lifelong friends. Among those were Sandy Patee, Juanita Anderson, Carol Pfeiffer, Carol Cadillo, Marlene Nelson, Alice Ryan, Mary Kay Kuntz and Phyllis Gardenhire. In 1976, Dean and Eva moved to Salina, Kansas to be closer to work. They became next door neighbors to the son of Eva’s best friend from Carlton, Duane Hobson. Eva’s family always felt the comfort of knowing that Duane was just next door. He stepped up to the plate many times when Eva’s family was too far away. They will be forever grateful to him for all the assistance he provided at a moment’s notice. Eva also began making a weekly trip to The Corner Cottage hair salon in Salina where Sarah Duffy styled her hair for the next 43 years. They too became lifelong friends. Eva retired from Westinghouse (Phillips Lighting) in 1989. Her remaining years were spent enjoying some of her favorite hobbies which included crocheting, fishing and playing with her 5 grandchildren, Libby, Thearon, Kasey, Kris and Kelly and her 13 greatgrandchildren. Eva is preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Dean, son Steven, daughter-in-law, Anita, grandson Kody, her parents and 4 brothers and sisters. She is survived by daughter Rhonda Goodin (Mike) of Derby, Kansas, granddaughter Libby Wray of Newton, Kansas and grandsons, Thearon Wray (Jamie) of Oxford, Kansas, Kasey Bogart of Salina, Kansas, Kristopher Bogart (Katie), of rural Abilene, Kansas, Kelly Bogart (Kayla) of rural Abilene, Kansas and her 13 greatgrandchildren. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Funeral Services for Eva will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating. Burial will follow at the Abilene City Cemetery. Friends may come by Danner’s&nbsp; any time Tuesday until service time. The family suggests memorials be given to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Eva Louise French 

Jacqueline Ann Frintrup, age 81, of Manhattan, died Friday July 2, 2021 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. Jackie was born on April 7, 1940 in St. Louis City, Missouri, the daughter of Walter and Anne (Doyle) Spengler. She grew up in the area and graduated from Jennings High School with the class of 1958. She worked for many years for the Girl Scouts’ Council as a Field Director in Kansas and Missouri. Jackie was known by her grandkids as “Mimi” and she loved that her family and her families’ friends and people just knew her as Mimi. She enjoyed being with her family as often as she could. The holidays and family vacations together were always important to Jackie. She was a member of the National Girl Scouts Organization, the Manhattan Welcome Club, and the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Jackie also was involved with the Flint Hills Breadbasket and always supported the American Red Cross. Mimi was preceded in death by two grandchildren: Casey Licklider and Nichole Licklider.

She is survived by her daughters: Susan Adams (Mitch) of Westmoreland and Stacy Licklider of St. George. Mimi is also survived by her grandchildren: Shelby Callaway (Brandon), Shane Adams (his fiancé Pam Heiman), Dalton Licklider, and Carter Licklider; her great-grandchildren, Madelyn Licklider and Amelia Callaway. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday July 6, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday July 7, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz in Manhattan. Private inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in memory of Jackie are suggested to the First United Methodist Church or the American Red Cross. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jacqueline Ann Frintrup, age 81, of Manhattan, died Friday July 2, 2021 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. Jackie was born on April 7, 1940 in St. Louis City, Missouri, the daughter of Walter and Anne (Doyle) Spengler. She grew up in the area and graduated from Jennings High School with the class of 1958. She worked for many years for the Girl Scouts’ Council as a Field Director in Kansas and Missouri. Jackie was known by her grandkids as “Mimi” and she loved that her family and her families’ friends and people just knew her as Mimi. She enjoyed being with her family as often as she could. The holidays and family vacations together were always important to Jackie. She was a member of the National Girl Scouts Organization, the Manhattan Welcome Club, and the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Jackie also was involved with the Flint Hills Breadbasket and always supported the American Red Cross. Mimi was preceded in death by two grandchildren: Casey Licklider and Nichole Licklider. She is survived by her daughters: Susan Adams (Mitch) of Westmoreland and Stacy Licklider of St. George. Mimi is also survived by her grandchildren: Shelby Callaway (Brandon), Shane Adams (his fiancé Pam Heiman), Dalton Licklider, and Carter Licklider; her great-grandchildren, Madelyn Licklider and Amelia Callaway. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday July 6, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday July 7, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz in Manhattan. Private inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in memory of Jackie are suggested to the First United Methodist Church or the American Red Cross. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jacqueline Ann Frintrup

Brent E. Moorman, 52, died unexpectedly Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at his home in Alma, KS. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service is planned to be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 10 at St. John Lutheran Church of Alma.

Brent E. Moorman, 52, died unexpectedly Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at his home in Alma, KS. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service is planned to be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 10 at St. John Lutheran Church of Alma.

Brent E. Moorman

Deborah Lee Guibor Worden,&nbsp;74, of Wamego, Kansas, died Friday, June 25, 2021, at the Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice Center in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on September 5, 1946, the daughter of George Guibor of Missouri and June Williams of California.

She was a loving mother of several beautiful children and 2 of her children have already passed away. Leeanne Faith Dancer of California, Jennifer Trina Lucas of California. Both daughters of Deborah sadly fought their own battles with cancer and passed away. The other two children Jennifer Smith (Dan Pittenger) Ivan Smith (Robyn Rexroat Smith) are the remaining survivors of Deborah.

She had a business called The Starving Artist. She was an artist who painted dragons and unicorns. She was well known for her figure ice skater stained glass piece for Kansas and her windmill pieces also in a museum.

Deborah very much loved her children. Deborah and her late husband Jack Worden who passed in 2019 had a Boy Scout troop for the handicapped children in Wamego. They had a roofing business, Worden Roofing. Deborah also help run Black Cat Video Games in Wamego. She helped so many people in the community and She will be dearly missed. Rest In Peace Deborah Lee Guibor Worden. We love you so much and miss you so much!

Deborah Lee Guibor Worden,&nbsp;74, of Wamego, Kansas, died Friday, June 25, 2021, at the Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice Center in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on September 5, 1946, the daughter of George Guibor of Missouri and June Williams of California.She was a loving mother of several beautiful children and 2 of her children have already passed away. Leeanne Faith Dancer of California, Jennifer Trina Lucas of California. Both daughters of Deborah sadly fought their own battles with cancer and passed away. The other two children Jennifer Smith (Dan Pittenger) Ivan Smith (Robyn Rexroat Smith) are the remaining survivors of Deborah.She had a business called The Starving Artist. She was an artist who painted dragons and unicorns. She was well known for her figure ice skater stained glass piece for Kansas and her windmill pieces also in a museum.Deborah very much loved her children. Deborah and her late husband Jack Worden who passed in 2019 had a Boy Scout troop for the handicapped children in Wamego. They had a roofing business, Worden Roofing. Deborah also help run Black Cat Video Games in Wamego. She helped so many people in the community and She will be dearly missed. Rest In Peace Deborah Lee Guibor Worden. We love you so much and miss you so much!

Deborah Lee Guibor Worden

Helen’s life began on July 31, 1932, in Herington.  She was the daughter of Henry and Lydia (Peil) Ruppel.  Helen was a 1950 graduate of Herington High School.  She was united in marriage to Walter William “Bill” Utech, Jr. on August 26, 1951, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Herington.  Helen was a farm wife and homemaker.  She was a great caregiver to her five children and husband.  Helen was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and was active in the Ladies Aid group and helped serve many funeral dinners.  She had also been a member of EHU in Herington.

  Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Jonathan (Marlene) Utech of Manhattan, Dan Utech of New Cambria, Tim (Tonya) Utech of Herington and David (Linda) Utech of Weatherford, TX; grandchildren Brandon, Alan and Sarah Utech, Alicia (Nick) Vaughn, Anna (Joel) Hanson, Alison (Bradley)Smith, Tristan (Jake) Kirkland, Tyson (Nora) Utech, Nick (Patty) Utech, Brooke and Christopher Utech; great grandchildren Aria, Kayra, Brooklyn, Colt, Sydney, Sawyer, Samuel and Eleanor.

  Helen passed away on Monday July 5, 2021, at Salina Regional Health Center.  She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Bill, daughter Susan Dudley, grandchildren Jennifer and Bret Utech, brothers Kenneth and Lawrence Ruppel, and sisters Betty Brown and Donna Kniebel. 

 Helen’s family will gather with friends on Thursday July 8th from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.  Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday July 9th at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church led by Pastor Bill Newman.  She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery.  Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

Helen’s life began on July 31, 1932, in Herington. She was the daughter of Henry and Lydia (Peil) Ruppel. Helen was a 1950 graduate of Herington High School. She was united in marriage to Walter William “Bill” Utech, Jr. on August 26, 1951, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Herington. Helen was a farm wife and homemaker. She was a great caregiver to her five children and husband. Helen was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and was active in the Ladies Aid group and helped serve many funeral dinners. She had also been a member of EHU in Herington. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Jonathan (Marlene) Utech of Manhattan, Dan Utech of New Cambria, Tim (Tonya) Utech of Herington and David (Linda) Utech of Weatherford, TX; grandchildren Brandon, Alan and Sarah Utech, Alicia (Nick) Vaughn, Anna (Joel) Hanson, Alison (Bradley)Smith, Tristan (Jake) Kirkland, Tyson (Nora) Utech, Nick (Patty) Utech, Brooke and Christopher Utech; great grandchildren Aria, Kayra, Brooklyn, Colt, Sydney, Sawyer, Samuel and Eleanor. Helen passed away on Monday July 5, 2021, at Salina Regional Health Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Bill, daughter Susan Dudley, grandchildren Jennifer and Bret Utech, brothers Kenneth and Lawrence Ruppel, and sisters Betty Brown and Donna Kniebel. Helen’s family will gather with friends on Thursday July 8th from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday July 9th at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church led by Pastor Bill Newman. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

Helen Verene (Ruppel) Utech - July 31, 1932-July 5, 2021 (age 88)

Tracy’s life began on May 31, 1966, in Marion.  He was the son of Lyndon and Neva (Kelsey) Hett.  Tracy was baptized at the Aulne Church in high school. He is a 1984 graduate of Marion High School.  Tracy was united in marriage to Geraldine Bresson on March 16, 1996, in Las Vegas.  He worked with his dad for 11 years at Aulne Grain prior to starting Trace of Copper in 1990.  Tracy loved creating unique artwork in his shop at Trace of Copper and was well known as a gifted artist.  He was a huge KU Jayhawk fan, an avid hunter and fisherman.  Tracy grew a bountiful garden every year, competing with his dad for the largest onion, as well as being a “chicken grower.” His loving family includes his wife of 25 years Geraldine of Marion, daughter Allison Hett of Marion; parents Lyndon and Neva Hett of Marion; siblings Travis Hett of Moundridge and Dusty (Misty) Hett of Marion; nieces and nephews Ashley (Steven) Honeycutt, Jeffrey Hett, Brittany Hett, and Koby Hett; great nieces and great nephews Aaron Honeycutt, Brooke Honeycutt and Julian Honeycutt.

  Tracy passed away at his home on Thursday July 1, 2021.  His family will gather with friends on Friday July 16th at 11 a.m. at the Shelter House on the East side of Marion County Lake (look for green tents) for his Celebration of Life led by Pastor Jeff Lee of the Aulne Church.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in Tracy’s name may be directed to Marion County Quail Forever in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Tracy’s life began on May 31, 1966, in Marion. He was the son of Lyndon and Neva (Kelsey) Hett. Tracy was baptized at the Aulne Church in high school. He is a 1984 graduate of Marion High School. Tracy was united in marriage to Geraldine Bresson on March 16, 1996, in Las Vegas. He worked with his dad for 11 years at Aulne Grain prior to starting Trace of Copper in 1990. Tracy loved creating unique artwork in his shop at Trace of Copper and was well known as a gifted artist. He was a huge KU Jayhawk fan, an avid hunter and fisherman. Tracy grew a bountiful garden every year, competing with his dad for the largest onion, as well as being a “chicken grower.” His loving family includes his wife of 25 years Geraldine of Marion, daughter Allison Hett of Marion; parents Lyndon and Neva Hett of Marion; siblings Travis Hett of Moundridge and Dusty (Misty) Hett of Marion; nieces and nephews Ashley (Steven) Honeycutt, Jeffrey Hett, Brittany Hett, and Koby Hett; great nieces and great nephews Aaron Honeycutt, Brooke Honeycutt and Julian Honeycutt. Tracy passed away at his home on Thursday July 1, 2021. His family will gather with friends on Friday July 16th at 11 a.m. at the Shelter House on the East side of Marion County Lake (look for green tents) for his Celebration of Life led by Pastor Jeff Lee of the Aulne Church. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Tracy’s name may be directed to Marion County Quail Forever in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Tracy Lee Hett - May 31, 1966-July 1, 2021 (age 55)

Gale’s life began on February 15, 1952, in Winfield.  He was the son of Millard and Laura (Parks) Shipman.  Gale is a graduate of Howard High School and attended both Pittsburg State University and Emporia State University, where he was a member of the ROTC.  He was united in marriage to the former Dorothy Penner on May 20, 1975, in Emporia.  Gale worked as the head zookeeper at the David Traylor Zoo in Emporia. He worked for the Zoo for over 18 years caring for their animals.  Gale was instrumental in establishing the Jones Park Disc Golf Course in Emporia through his work in the parks department.

  He has many hobbies including stained glass making, being an aquarium hobbyist, RC airplane modeler, and recently a video gamer.  Gale had a great love for both Disneyworld and Disneyland, even going as far as to interview for a zoo position at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in its earliest days.  Gale was an animal caregiver at heart and certainly enjoyed smoking his cigars.

  He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Dorothy Shipman of Marion; siblings Ron (Connie) Shipman of Marion, and Pam (Martin) Sharp of Wichita; nephews and nieces Paul (Lori) Shipman, Lenn (Andi) Shipman, Brett (Angela) Sharp and Chad Sharp.  Gale passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Kansas Heart Hospital in Wichita.  He is preceded in death by his parents.  In lieu of a memorial service, the family asks that you consider a contribution to the Animal Health Center in Marion.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.

Gale’s life began on February 15, 1952, in Winfield. He was the son of Millard and Laura (Parks) Shipman. Gale is a graduate of Howard High School and attended both Pittsburg State University and Emporia State University, where he was a member of the ROTC. He was united in marriage to the former Dorothy Penner on May 20, 1975, in Emporia. Gale worked as the head zookeeper at the David Traylor Zoo in Emporia. He worked for the Zoo for over 18 years caring for their animals. Gale was instrumental in establishing the Jones Park Disc Golf Course in Emporia through his work in the parks department. He has many hobbies including stained glass making, being an aquarium hobbyist, RC airplane modeler, and recently a video gamer. Gale had a great love for both Disneyworld and Disneyland, even going as far as to interview for a zoo position at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in its earliest days. Gale was an animal caregiver at heart and certainly enjoyed smoking his cigars. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Dorothy Shipman of Marion; siblings Ron (Connie) Shipman of Marion, and Pam (Martin) Sharp of Wichita; nephews and nieces Paul (Lori) Shipman, Lenn (Andi) Shipman, Brett (Angela) Sharp and Chad Sharp. Gale passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Kansas Heart Hospital in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents. In lieu of a memorial service, the family asks that you consider a contribution to the Animal Health Center in Marion. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.Services:&nbsp; No Services to be held.

Gale M. Shipman - February 15, 1952-July 1, 2021 (age 69)

Wanda Maxine Schlappy, a resident of Chapman, Kansas passed away at her home in Chapman on June 27, 2021 at the age of 95. Wanda was born October 27, 1925, at rural Wakefield, Kansas. Her parents were George Elmer and Louisa Emerine Buchanan Harris. She attended Mt. Olive Grade School in the Clay County , and graduated from D.C.C.H.S. in 1943. She worked at the Sanborn Lumber Co. in Chapman for ten years. She was married to Gilbert C. Schlappy in June 26, 1947 at Memorial Home in Abilene, Kansas. They lived in Kansas City Missouri for 1 ½ years before returning to Chapman. She worked for Lang &amp; Gfeller Accounting Firm, Fort Riley Finance and Accounting, and John A. Strain CPA Firm. She became a CPA in 1962. She was a member of the Chapman United Methodist Church.

 She is survived by her son Ronald Gilbert Schlappy and wife Patricia of Minocqua, Wisconsin. Two daughters: Melissa Kay Schlappy-Colborn (Steve) and Kristena Marie Schlappy, both of Chapman, Kansas. Three granddaughters, Meagan Schlappy (Chris Turner), Melissa Tollefson (Tony) and Jessalyn Colborn. Two grandsons, Joe Wenger (Jessica) and Scott Colborn. Two great-granddaughters, Kaylynn Schlappy and McKenzie Turner. Two great-grandsons, Chase Turner and Walker Tollefson and numerous nieces and nephews as well as greats and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Gib, brother Ray Harris, sisters, Vera Boyd and Jean Davis.

 The family has chosen cremation. Graveside services for Wanda will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday July 3, 2021 at Indian Hill Cemetery in Chapman with Rev. Connie Wooldridge and Pastor Todd Britt officiating. The family suggests memorials be given to the Chapman United Methodist Church or the Chapman Valley Manor. Memorials may be mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel. PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.

Wanda Maxine Schlappy, a resident of Chapman, Kansas passed away at her home in Chapman on June 27, 2021 at the age of 95. Wanda was born October 27, 1925, at rural Wakefield, Kansas. Her parents were George Elmer and Louisa Emerine Buchanan Harris. She attended Mt. Olive Grade School in the Clay County , and graduated from D.C.C.H.S. in 1943. She worked at the Sanborn Lumber Co. in Chapman for ten years. She was married to Gilbert C. Schlappy in June 26, 1947 at Memorial Home in Abilene, Kansas. They lived in Kansas City Missouri for 1 ½ years before returning to Chapman. She worked for Lang &amp; Gfeller Accounting Firm, Fort Riley Finance and Accounting, and John A. Strain CPA Firm. She became a CPA in 1962. She was a member of the Chapman United Methodist Church. She is survived by her son Ronald Gilbert Schlappy and wife Patricia of Minocqua, Wisconsin. Two daughters: Melissa Kay Schlappy-Colborn (Steve) and Kristena Marie Schlappy, both of Chapman, Kansas. Three granddaughters, Meagan Schlappy (Chris Turner), Melissa Tollefson (Tony) and Jessalyn Colborn. Two grandsons, Joe Wenger (Jessica) and Scott Colborn. Two great-granddaughters, Kaylynn Schlappy and McKenzie Turner. Two great-grandsons, Chase Turner and Walker Tollefson and numerous nieces and nephews as well as greats and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Gib, brother Ray Harris, sisters, Vera Boyd and Jean Davis. The family has chosen cremation. Graveside services for Wanda will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday July 3, 2021 at Indian Hill Cemetery in Chapman with Rev. Connie Wooldridge and Pastor Todd Britt officiating. The family suggests memorials be given to the Chapman United Methodist Church or the Chapman Valley Manor. Memorials may be mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel. PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.

Wanda Maxine Schlappy

Mary Jean Wilson of Abilene passed away on June 30. Mary Jean was born October 20, 1932 to Timothy Vincent (TV) and Agnes (Bonfield) Harrington in Solomon. She spent her childhood in Solomon, graduating from Solomon High School in 1950. She then attended Marymount College for one year and worked at Commercial Credit in Salina. Mary Jean married Warren Wilson in August 1954 and settled on a farm south of Abilene to embark on her most important career, raising a family of 8 children. She was also an active member in the community including St Andrews Catholic Church. After the kids were grown, new adventures with Warren included travel, their own Chisholm Trail Antique store, and board member of the Dickinson County Republican Women’s Club and Old Abilene Town.

Mary Jean is preceded in death by her parents, husband Warren, and dear infant daughter Jane. Survivors include sisters Bonnie Blyton, Lexington, KY, Betty Garrard, Winter Haven, FL, and Patricia Fadden, Palm Coast, FL: sons Mark and wife Teresa Wilson (Bryan, Chris, Devin), Greg and wife Marcia Wilson (Hannah, Hilary), David and wife Julie Wilson (John, Matt, Sarah), Evan and wife Annette (Kelly, Jordan) all of Abilene, Jeff and Nancy Wilson (Ben, Jacob) of Lees Summit, MO: daughters Martha Strunk (Aaron, Kale, McKenzie) of Abilene, and Julie and Brent Milleson (Nolan, Alex), Owosso, OK. In addition to the 18 grandchildren, there are also 17 great grandchildren plus nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 3, 2021 at St. Andrew Catholic Church of Abilene with Fr. Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. Parrish Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., Saturday July 3 before Mass. Mary Jean’s final resting place will be Mt St Joseph Cemetery in Abilene. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home of Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to St Andrew’s School or to the Warren and Mary Jean Wilson Scholarship Fund administered by the Dickinson County Community Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mary Jean Wilson of Abilene passed away on June 30. Mary Jean was born October 20, 1932 to Timothy Vincent (TV) and Agnes (Bonfield) Harrington in Solomon. She spent her childhood in Solomon, graduating from Solomon High School in 1950. She then attended Marymount College for one year and worked at Commercial Credit in Salina. Mary Jean married Warren Wilson in August 1954 and settled on a farm south of Abilene to embark on her most important career, raising a family of 8 children. She was also an active member in the community including St Andrews Catholic Church. After the kids were grown, new adventures with Warren included travel, their own Chisholm Trail Antique store, and board member of the Dickinson County Republican Women’s Club and Old Abilene Town. Mary Jean is preceded in death by her parents, husband Warren, and dear infant daughter Jane. Survivors include sisters Bonnie Blyton, Lexington, KY, Betty Garrard, Winter Haven, FL, and Patricia Fadden, Palm Coast, FL: sons Mark and wife Teresa Wilson (Bryan, Chris, Devin), Greg and wife Marcia Wilson (Hannah, Hilary), David and wife Julie Wilson (John, Matt, Sarah), Evan and wife Annette (Kelly, Jordan) all of Abilene, Jeff and Nancy Wilson (Ben, Jacob) of Lees Summit, MO: daughters Martha Strunk (Aaron, Kale, McKenzie) of Abilene, and Julie and Brent Milleson (Nolan, Alex), Owosso, OK. In addition to the 18 grandchildren, there are also 17 great grandchildren plus nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 3, 2021 at St. Andrew Catholic Church of Abilene with Fr. Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. Parrish Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., Saturday July 3 before Mass. Mary Jean’s final resting place will be Mt St Joseph Cemetery in Abilene. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home of Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to St Andrew’s School or to the Warren and Mary Jean Wilson Scholarship Fund administered by the Dickinson County Community Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mary Jean Wilson

Larry Wayne Haag died June 30, 2021. He was born January 13, 1953 to Ernest Nicholas and Kathryn Audrey Scott Haag. He was raised on the family farm in Morris County, the youngest of 6 children.&nbsp; He attended Alta Vista Elementary School and graduated from Council Grove High School in 1971. Larry spent most of his life as a carpenter and working the family farm with his Dad, then owning the farm – farming and raising cattle.

Larry was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, LeRoy Haag and Edwin Haag, two brothers-in-law, Stan Meares and Dan Leary. He is survived by two sisters, Carolyn Meares, Manhattan, Dee Leary, Emporia, one brother Mike Haag and wife Linda, Emporia, and a sister-in-law Barbara Haag, Emporia and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves a host of friends.

A visitation with family and friends will be held from 5:30–7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 6th, and funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 7th, both at Sawyer Funeral Home in Council Grove. Burial will follow at Alta Vista Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Emporia Salvation Army and mailed to 327 Constitution St., Emporia, KS 66801 or St Jude Children’s Research Hospital and mailed to 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

Larry Wayne Haag died June 30, 2021. He was born January 13, 1953 to Ernest Nicholas and Kathryn Audrey Scott Haag. He was raised on the family farm in Morris County, the youngest of 6 children.&nbsp; He attended Alta Vista Elementary School and graduated from Council Grove High School in 1971. Larry spent most of his life as a carpenter and working the family farm with his Dad, then owning the farm – farming and raising cattle.Larry was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, LeRoy Haag and Edwin Haag, two brothers-in-law, Stan Meares and Dan Leary. He is survived by two sisters, Carolyn Meares, Manhattan, Dee Leary, Emporia, one brother Mike Haag and wife Linda, Emporia, and a sister-in-law Barbara Haag, Emporia and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves a host of friends.A visitation with family and friends will be held from 5:30–7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 6th, and funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 7th, both at Sawyer Funeral Home in Council Grove. Burial will follow at Alta Vista Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Emporia Salvation Army and mailed to 327 Constitution St., Emporia, KS 66801 or St Jude Children’s Research Hospital and mailed to 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

Larry W. Haag - January 13, 1953-June 30, 2021 (age 68)

Former Junction City resident Lon E. Hinitt, Mesa, Arizona, passed away July 21, 2020. Private family burial occurred June 4, 2021 at St. Mary's Cemetery in Junction City.

Lon was preceded in death by a son Conrad Parick Hinitt and his parents Connie and Madeline Hinitt. He is survived by his wife Prudy, son Michael Hinitt, daughter Brenda Norman, four grandchildren, and one great grandchild all of Arizona, sisters Janet Holcomb and Mary Kay Paxton all of Junction City.

Former Junction City resident Lon E. Hinitt, Mesa, Arizona, passed away July 21, 2020. Private family burial occurred June 4, 2021 at St. Mary's Cemetery in Junction City.Lon was preceded in death by a son Conrad Parick Hinitt and his parents Connie and Madeline Hinitt. He is survived by his wife Prudy, son Michael Hinitt, daughter Brenda Norman, four grandchildren, and one great grandchild all of Arizona, sisters Janet Holcomb and Mary Kay Paxton all of Junction City.

Lon E. Hinitt

UPDATE:&nbsp; Graveside inurnment services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.

Al Straub, 69, died March 10, 2021 in Lincoln, NE.&nbsp; He was born February 21, 1952 in Wamego, the son of Otto J. and Arleen (Immenschuh) Straub. &nbsp;Al grew up in Clay Center, graduating from CCCHS in 1972.&nbsp; He served in the Army National Guard from 1972-1993.&nbsp; He married Debra Dunn on June 9, 1973 and they later divorced.&nbsp; Al then married Janice Kahrs on April 28, 1990 and she preceded him in death on June 5, 2012.&nbsp; He worked as a heavy equipment operator for the Clay County Highway Department for 39 years, retiring in 2019 and he also worked part time at Pamida and Kier’s.

Al never knew a stranger and greeted everyone with a smile and a piece of candy.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion, Eagles Lodge and Elks Lodge. &nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents, great grandson, Brillyn; 3 sisters, Barbara Straub, Philomena Straub and Louise Hoffsett; 3 brothers, Raphael, Delafield, and Arthur.

Son: Darin (Brandi) Straub of Canfield, OH

Daughter: Heather (Roger Adams) Straub of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Sarah (Keeton Ott) Straub of Wakefield, KS

13 grandchildren: Madison, Kimberlin, Bryn, Ashley, Briana, Kandice, Brayden, Koy, Danner, Stella, Kieson, Killian and Atticus

Brother: Otto (Jan) Straub of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Tony (Barbara) Straub of Clay Center, KS

Sister: Dorothy (Dick) Lyons of Blue Springs, MO

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Utility Park Zoo c/o funeral home.

UPDATE:&nbsp; Graveside inurnment services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.Al Straub, 69, died March 10, 2021 in Lincoln, NE.&nbsp; He was born February 21, 1952 in Wamego, the son of Otto J. and Arleen (Immenschuh) Straub. &nbsp;Al grew up in Clay Center, graduating from CCCHS in 1972.&nbsp; He served in the Army National Guard from 1972-1993.&nbsp; He married Debra Dunn on June 9, 1973 and they later divorced.&nbsp; Al then married Janice Kahrs on April 28, 1990 and she preceded him in death on June 5, 2012.&nbsp; He worked as a heavy equipment operator for the Clay County Highway Department for 39 years, retiring in 2019 and he also worked part time at Pamida and Kier’s.Al never knew a stranger and greeted everyone with a smile and a piece of candy.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion, Eagles Lodge and Elks Lodge. &nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents, great grandson, Brillyn; 3 sisters, Barbara Straub, Philomena Straub and Louise Hoffsett; 3 brothers, Raphael, Delafield, and Arthur.Survivors:Son: Darin (Brandi) Straub of Canfield, OHDaughter: Heather (Roger Adams) Straub of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Sarah (Keeton Ott) Straub of Wakefield, KS13 grandchildren: Madison, Kimberlin, Bryn, Ashley, Briana, Kandice, Brayden, Koy, Danner, Stella, Kieson, Killian and Atticus2 great grandchildren: Kolt and KloieBrother: Otto (Jan) Straub of Clay Center, KSBrother: Tony (Barbara) Straub of Clay Center, KSSister: Lorene Wille of Manhattan, KSSister: Dorothy (Dick) Lyons of Blue Springs, MOMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Utility Park Zoo c/o funeral home.

Al Straub

P. LaShelle Pennell, age 60, of Manhattan, passed away peacefully in her home from cervical cancer on June 26, 2021. LaShelle was born July 18, 1960 in Manhattan. She Graduated from Manhattan High School class of 1978. LaShelle owned Street Corner News in the Manhattan Town Center for many years and then went on to managing the Daras over the viaduct. LaShelle, daughter of Thomas Holder(wife Betty) and Patricia Holder; sister of Kim Whitley and Christy Newman; and her companion of the home, Charles Shelby. She is survived by her two daughters, Crystal Bachoritch and her companion Adam Naillieux and Adam's son Tristian, Savannah Greeley and her husband Kenneth Greeley, and ‘grand-baby’ Rylynn. LaShelle was a devoted daughter, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed singing both around the house and with her father and his band, playing her guitar, dancing, reading, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. Shelly was the hardest working, selfless, caring, strong, and stubborn woman we all had the honor of knowing. She will be incredibly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan on Sunday July 11, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.. There will be a Celebration of Life to follow.

P. LaShelle Pennell, age 60, of Manhattan, passed away peacefully in her home from cervical cancer on June 26, 2021. LaShelle was born July 18, 1960 in Manhattan. She Graduated from Manhattan High School class of 1978. LaShelle owned Street Corner News in the Manhattan Town Center for many years and then went on to managing the Daras over the viaduct. LaShelle, daughter of Thomas Holder(wife Betty) and Patricia Holder; sister of Kim Whitley and Christy Newman; and her companion of the home, Charles Shelby. She is survived by her two daughters, Crystal Bachoritch and her companion Adam Naillieux and Adam's son Tristian, Savannah Greeley and her husband Kenneth Greeley, and ‘grand-baby’ Rylynn. LaShelle was a devoted daughter, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed singing both around the house and with her father and his band, playing her guitar, dancing, reading, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. Shelly was the hardest working, selfless, caring, strong, and stubborn woman we all had the honor of knowing. She will be incredibly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan on Sunday July 11, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.. There will be a Celebration of Life to follow.

P. LaShelle Pennell

On Saturday June 26, 2021, Carolyn Kay Spencer entered Heaven’s Gate.  She was born Carolyn Kay Shipman on February 15, 1944.  Carolyn was the daughter of Orris and Audine (Arnold) Shipman.  She was a 1962 graduate of Florence High School.  She was united in marriage 59 years ago to Edmond Spencer on May 24, 1962.  Carolyn, Edmond and their family have owned and operated the Town and Country Café in Florence for the last 25 years.  She loved playing on her computer and enjoyed singing.  Carolyn was the official grandchild spoiler and did a great job of it.  She enjoyed cooking and fishing with the family.

  Carolyn and Edmond have three children Matt Spencer, Eddie Spencer and Becky Spencer; she was like a mother to her “Daughter in Loves” Darla Spencer and Kelley Spencer and son in law Bruce Fetrow.  Her grandchildren and great grandchildren loved her without exception; Dallas Wells, Kasey Orlik, Hunter Spencer, Kaylyn Spencer, Dakota Spencer, Shyla Harris, Shyann Harris, Lillianna Salamoni- Harris and Barrett Orlik.  Carolyn was met in Heaven by her parents, and numerous brothers and sisters.  She gave love and received love from everyone who knew her and will be greatly missed and always loved.

  Carolyn’s family will gather with friends on Friday July 2, 2021, at the Christian Church of Florence for her funeral service led by Pastor Mitchell Diemer.  She will be laid to rest in Hillcrest Cemetery, Florence following the service.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Christian Church of Florence Youth Group in care of the funeral home.

On Saturday June 26, 2021, Carolyn Kay Spencer entered Heaven’s Gate. She was born Carolyn Kay Shipman on February 15, 1944. Carolyn was the daughter of Orris and Audine (Arnold) Shipman. She was a 1962 graduate of Florence High School. She was united in marriage 59 years ago to Edmond Spencer on May 24, 1962. Carolyn, Edmond and their family have owned and operated the Town and Country Café in Florence for the last 25 years. She loved playing on her computer and enjoyed singing. Carolyn was the official grandchild spoiler and did a great job of it. She enjoyed cooking and fishing with the family. Carolyn and Edmond have three children Matt Spencer, Eddie Spencer and Becky Spencer; she was like a mother to her “Daughter in Loves” Darla Spencer and Kelley Spencer and son in law Bruce Fetrow. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren loved her without exception; Dallas Wells, Kasey Orlik, Hunter Spencer, Kaylyn Spencer, Dakota Spencer, Shyla Harris, Shyann Harris, Lillianna Salamoni- Harris and Barrett Orlik. Carolyn was met in Heaven by her parents, and numerous brothers and sisters. She gave love and received love from everyone who knew her and will be greatly missed and always loved. Carolyn’s family will gather with friends on Friday July 2, 2021, at the Christian Church of Florence for her funeral service led by Pastor Mitchell Diemer. She will be laid to rest in Hillcrest Cemetery, Florence following the service. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Christian Church of Florence Youth Group in care of the funeral home.

Carolyn Kay (Shipman) Spencer - February 15, 1944-June 26, 2021 (age 77)

Rebecca “Becky” (Cosby) Clerisse, 76, passed on June 19, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene, Kansas. She was born on May 6, 1945 in Fort Scott, Kansas to Harley and Kathryn (Correll) Cosby. Becky graduated from Arkansas City, KS high school in 1963. In 1971 she moved to Orange County, California until she moved back to Kansas in 2004. Her beloved husband, Al, the love of her life, of Lake Arrowhead, California preceded her in death, in 2003. She was also preceded her in death by her parents.

Becky was always known by her enthusiasm, joy, and her love of life. Her motto was laughter. She greatly influenced her nieces and nephew, Jennifer Wilson, Rebecca (Wilson) Diaz, Jeremy Cosby, Jessica (Cosby) Martinez and Justine Cosby, by sharing memorable journeys and activities with them. She also absolutely adored her pets.

Becky is survived by a son, Dr. Skyler McCurley age 53, a Pediatrician in Lynchburg, Virginia.

She will be missed by her sister, Susan (Cosby) Wilson of Sterling Kansas and her brother Phillip “Flip” Cosby and wife Cathy of Abilene, Kansas. Susan and Philip were also graduates of Arkansas City High School. Services were held in Abilene, KS.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Rebecca “Becky” (Cosby) Clerisse, 76, passed on June 19, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene, Kansas. She was born on May 6, 1945 in Fort Scott, Kansas to Harley and Kathryn (Correll) Cosby. Becky graduated from Arkansas City, KS high school in 1963. In 1971 she moved to Orange County, California until she moved back to Kansas in 2004. Her beloved husband, Al, the love of her life, of Lake Arrowhead, California preceded her in death, in 2003. She was also preceded her in death by her parents. Becky was always known by her enthusiasm, joy, and her love of life. Her motto was laughter. She greatly influenced her nieces and nephew, Jennifer Wilson, Rebecca (Wilson) Diaz, Jeremy Cosby, Jessica (Cosby) Martinez and Justine Cosby, by sharing memorable journeys and activities with them. She also absolutely adored her pets. Becky is survived by a son, Dr. Skyler McCurley age 53, a Pediatrician in Lynchburg, Virginia. She will be missed by her sister, Susan (Cosby) Wilson of Sterling Kansas and her brother Phillip “Flip” Cosby and wife Cathy of Abilene, Kansas. Susan and Philip were also graduates of Arkansas City High School. Services were held in Abilene, KS.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Rebecca “Becky” (Cosby) Clerisse

James Joseph (Jimmy) Sester, 72, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan.

Jimmy was born on September 9, 1948, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Sylvester and Mildred Immenschuh Sester. He attended local grade schools and graduated in 1967 from Wamego High School. Jimmy then enlisted in the United States Navy for four years, serving most of his time at sea.

He was united in marriage to Barbara LaVange Corn on April15, 1983,

Jimmy worked for Steel and Pipe Company in Manhattan for many years and then worked for Kansas State University in the facilities department before retiring. Jimmy also helped his parents work the family farm and enjoyed his time on the farm that he lovingly called “Green Acres”.

Jimmy is preceded in death by his daughter, Rebecca Jo Sester, his parents, and his brother, Larry Sester. He is survived by his wife, Barb Sester, Wamego, his son, Bob Smith (Tara), and sister Betty Tessendorf (Clifford), Belvue.

James Joseph (Jimmy) Sester, 72, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan.Jimmy was born on September 9, 1948, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Sylvester and Mildred Immenschuh Sester. He attended local grade schools and graduated in 1967 from Wamego High School. Jimmy then enlisted in the United States Navy for four years, serving most of his time at sea.He was united in marriage to Barbara LaVange Corn on April15, 1983,Jimmy worked for Steel and Pipe Company in Manhattan for many years and then worked for Kansas State University in the facilities department before retiring. Jimmy also helped his parents work the family farm and enjoyed his time on the farm that he lovingly called “Green Acres”.Jimmy is preceded in death by his daughter, Rebecca Jo Sester, his parents, and his brother, Larry Sester. He is survived by his wife, Barb Sester, Wamego, his son, Bob Smith (Tara), and sister Betty Tessendorf (Clifford), Belvue.No funeral services are planned.

James Joseph (Jimmy) Sester

Emogene R. Russell, age 89 longtime resident of Council Grove, passed away June 26, 2021 at Morris County Hospital. She was born April 28, 1932 in Council Grove, the only child of Ben Russell and Hilda Ruth (Foresman). She was married to Donald Eugene Russell, Sr. for 47 years until his passing on July 23, 1996. Due to Donald’s occupation, they moved quite often, before moving back to Council Grove where they lived for over 40 years.

Emogene was a very active member of Council Grove/Dunlap United Methodist Church, where she attended Bible Study and Women’s Circle.&nbsp; She also was active with Zurita, a health and wellness nutrition program, which allowed her socialization and attending conventions. Emogene and Shirley Blosser were in charge of the monthly birthday celebrations at Diversicare. She enjoyed going on gambling trips with Margaret Ratliff, as well as going to Las Vegas every Thanksgiving with her daughter Donna and her family.&nbsp; Emogene’s greatest joy was her family.&nbsp; She will be sadly missed by all.

Emogene was preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald, son Richard and granddaughter Jessica.&nbsp; She is survived by her children: Donald Russell, Jr, of Council Grove, Linda Lane, of Council Grove and Donna Bates and husband Thomas, of Independence, MO; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; and friends.

A Celebration of Emogene’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 3rd at Council Grove/Dunlap United Methodist Church, with a private burial at Dunlap Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Council Grove/Dunlap United Methodist Church, PO Box 317, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Emogene R. Russell, age 89 longtime resident of Council Grove, passed away June 26, 2021 at Morris County Hospital. She was born April 28, 1932 in Council Grove, the only child of Ben Russell and Hilda Ruth (Foresman). She was married to Donald Eugene Russell, Sr. for 47 years until his passing on July 23, 1996. Due to Donald’s occupation, they moved quite often, before moving back to Council Grove where they lived for over 40 years.Emogene was a very active member of Council Grove/Dunlap United Methodist Church, where she attended Bible Study and Women’s Circle.&nbsp; She also was active with Zurita, a health and wellness nutrition program, which allowed her socialization and attending conventions. Emogene and Shirley Blosser were in charge of the monthly birthday celebrations at Diversicare. She enjoyed going on gambling trips with Margaret Ratliff, as well as going to Las Vegas every Thanksgiving with her daughter Donna and her family.&nbsp; Emogene’s greatest joy was her family.&nbsp; She will be sadly missed by all.Emogene was preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald, son Richard and granddaughter Jessica.&nbsp; She is survived by her children: Donald Russell, Jr, of Council Grove, Linda Lane, of Council Grove and Donna Bates and husband Thomas, of Independence, MO; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; and friends.A Celebration of Emogene’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 3rd at Council Grove/Dunlap United Methodist Church, with a private burial at Dunlap Cemetery at a later date.Memorial contributions may be sent to Council Grove/Dunlap United Methodist Church, PO Box 317, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Emogene R. Russell

Joan Westmorland Cloutier, 80, of Manhattan, KS passed away on June 21, 2021 at Meadowlark Hills. Joan was born on May 31, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Tony Westmorland and Etta Orr Westmorland. She left Chicago at an early age when she enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps. On January 6, 1971, Joan married Peter L. Cloutier and enjoyed supporting his 30 years of service in the U.S. Army. They lived in Ft. Riley, KS, Ft. Bliss, TX, Giebelstadt, Germany, and Ft. Hood, TX before retiring in Shawnee, KS, their home for 20 years. Joan is survived by her loving husband, Peter; three sons, Grant E. Collins of McLean, VA, Tony E. (Leah) Collins of Olathe, KS, Lamont G. (Shelly) Cloutier of Shawnee, KS; daughter, Tamara C. (James) Byland of Manhattan, KS; six grandchildren, Marcus A. Collins, Kreed A. Collins, Tonie M. Cloutier, Nevaeh R. Cloutier, James E. Byland, and Sarai J. Byland; brother Johnny Westmorland; and sister, Joyce Westmorland Jones. Joan was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Billie Jean Westmoreland. Joan earned degrees from Kansas State University and the University of Kansas leading her to a lifelong career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She retired from private practice in 2015. A woman of faith, Joan volunteered as Eucharistic minister, lector, director of religious education, and choir singer. Her hobbies included painting, writing poetry, reading, and traveling. She was well known for her love of holidays including her collections of Easter, Halloween, and Christmas villages. The family will greet friends from 4:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions in Junction City, KS. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, July 12, 2021 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan, KS. Burial will follow in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joan Westmorland Cloutier, 80, of Manhattan, KS passed away on June 21, 2021 at Meadowlark Hills. Joan was born on May 31, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Tony Westmorland and Etta Orr Westmorland. She left Chicago at an early age when she enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps. On January 6, 1971, Joan married Peter L. Cloutier and enjoyed supporting his 30 years of service in the U.S. Army. They lived in Ft. Riley, KS, Ft. Bliss, TX, Giebelstadt, Germany, and Ft. Hood, TX before retiring in Shawnee, KS, their home for 20 years. Joan is survived by her loving husband, Peter; three sons, Grant E. Collins of McLean, VA, Tony E. (Leah) Collins of Olathe, KS, Lamont G. (Shelly) Cloutier of Shawnee, KS; daughter, Tamara C. (James) Byland of Manhattan, KS; six grandchildren, Marcus A. Collins, Kreed A. Collins, Tonie M. Cloutier, Nevaeh R. Cloutier, James E. Byland, and Sarai J. Byland; brother Johnny Westmorland; and sister, Joyce Westmorland Jones. Joan was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Billie Jean Westmoreland. Joan earned degrees from Kansas State University and the University of Kansas leading her to a lifelong career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She retired from private practice in 2015. A woman of faith, Joan volunteered as Eucharistic minister, lector, director of religious education, and choir singer. Her hobbies included painting, writing poetry, reading, and traveling. She was well known for her love of holidays including her collections of Easter, Halloween, and Christmas villages. The family will greet friends from 4:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions in Junction City, KS. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, July 12, 2021 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan, KS. Burial will follow in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joan Westmorland Cloutier

Heather Dawn Bloom, 51, of Mesa, Arizona passed away on June 23, 2021.

Heather was born on November 28, 1969 in Norton, Kansas, the daughter of Larry and Dana Bloom, previously of Clay Center, Kansas until they moved the family to Mesa, Arizona in 1977.

Heather had a degree in history and she loved to travel. She visited many countries to visit historical sites over the years. She settled in Portland, Oregon and was there for many years. While in Portland she owned and operated Plan B one of the most successful music venues in Portland. Bands from across the U.S. as well as other Countries would book to play at her venue. Heather also had a soft spot in her heart for helping other people. She worked for non-profits and volunteered her time in places such as Ronald McDonald house and the Child Crisis Center in Mesa, AZ. She loved her nieces, nephews and cousins as if they were her own children and always planned special themed birthday parties for them. Everyone was always amazed at the detail and special work she put into planning and making everything from scratch.

Heather loved a multitude of people and a multitude of people loved her.

She is preceded in death by her dad Larry Bloom and niece, Saige Bloom.

She is survived by her mom Dana Bloom, Mesa, AZ, brothers Gregory Bloom, Boonville, MO, Ryan Bloom, Mesa, AZ, sister Alisha Bloom of Milwaukee, OR, nieces Jamaica Bloom, Gilbert, AZ, Sicily Bloom, Mesa, AZ, Seven Bloom, Lockhart, TX and India Bloom, Baltimore, MD, Nephews Evan Bloom, Kaden Bloom and Nathan Bloom all of Mesa, AZ.&nbsp; She is also survived by aunts, uncles and many cousins throughout Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Florida and Arizona.

Memorial contributions can be made to CCARE c/o Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Heather Dawn Bloom, 51, of Mesa, Arizona passed away on June 23, 2021.Heather was born on November 28, 1969 in Norton, Kansas, the daughter of Larry and Dana Bloom, previously of Clay Center, Kansas until they moved the family to Mesa, Arizona in 1977.Heather had a degree in history and she loved to travel. She visited many countries to visit historical sites over the years. She settled in Portland, Oregon and was there for many years. While in Portland she owned and operated Plan B one of the most successful music venues in Portland. Bands from across the U.S. as well as other Countries would book to play at her venue. Heather also had a soft spot in her heart for helping other people. She worked for non-profits and volunteered her time in places such as Ronald McDonald house and the Child Crisis Center in Mesa, AZ. She loved her nieces, nephews and cousins as if they were her own children and always planned special themed birthday parties for them. Everyone was always amazed at the detail and special work she put into planning and making everything from scratch.Heather loved a multitude of people and a multitude of people loved her.She is preceded in death by her dad Larry Bloom and niece, Saige Bloom.She is survived by her mom Dana Bloom, Mesa, AZ, brothers Gregory Bloom, Boonville, MO, Ryan Bloom, Mesa, AZ, sister Alisha Bloom of Milwaukee, OR, nieces Jamaica Bloom, Gilbert, AZ, Sicily Bloom, Mesa, AZ, Seven Bloom, Lockhart, TX and India Bloom, Baltimore, MD, Nephews Evan Bloom, Kaden Bloom and Nathan Bloom all of Mesa, AZ.&nbsp; She is also survived by aunts, uncles and many cousins throughout Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Florida and Arizona.No services are planned at this time.Memorial contributions can be made to CCARE c/o Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Heather Dawn Bloom

Kathlyn Sue (Boles) Londeen, age 80, died June 27, 2021, at Meadowlark Hills - Lyle House in Manhattan. She was born April 25, 1941, in Abilene, Kansas, the daughter of George Anthony and Viola Faye (Hoover) Boles. The family lived on a farm southwest of Chapman and later moved to a farm northwest of Chapman in the Buckeye Community. Kay attended Chronister Grade School, a one room school. She attended (DCCHS) Chapman High School and graduated with the class of 1959. She attended Emporia State Teachers College for one year. On August 2, 1960, she was married to Jon Carl Londeen at the Chapman United Methodist Church. They lived in Manhattan where Kay worked for Kansas Farm Bureau. Jon and Kay moved to Chapman following Jon’s graduation from Kansas State and until he entered the US Army in October 1961. They lived at Ft. Benning, GA, and Ft. Lewis, WA, during his active duty and then returned to Chapman following his discharge in October 1963. Kay was the bookkeeper for the family businesses of Londeen Hardware and Furniture and the Londeen Funeral Home. She later worked alongside Jon at the funeral home and attained her Kansas Assistant Funeral Director’s License. She was a member of the Chapman United Methodist Church, Chapman Scholarship Club and the Chapman Bridge Club. Kay loved to spend time with everyone and always had a smile on her face and a hearty laugh. Jon preceded her in death on October 8, 2020. She was also preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her three sons: Jon David “JD”, Kevin Charles (Karen), and Eric Scott (Julie); four granddaughters: Kirsten, Rachel (Kyle), Emily K. and Lauren; two brothers: David Boles (Ellen) and Chuck Boles (Chris); and a large extended family. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 6th, at the Chapman United Methodist Church with Reverend Connie Wooldridge and Kenneth Trickle officiating. Interment will follow in the Indian Hill Cemetery. The Londeen family would like to thank Ron, Cindy and Aaron Overlease with Londeen-Overlease Funeral Home for their assistance with the services for Kay. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; Monday, July 5th, at the Chapman United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Irish Foundation for the Londeen Scholarship Fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kathlyn Sue (Boles) Londeen, age 80, died June 27, 2021, at Meadowlark Hills - Lyle House in Manhattan. She was born April 25, 1941, in Abilene, Kansas, the daughter of George Anthony and Viola Faye (Hoover) Boles. The family lived on a farm southwest of Chapman and later moved to a farm northwest of Chapman in the Buckeye Community. Kay attended Chronister Grade School, a one room school. She attended (DCCHS) Chapman High School and graduated with the class of 1959. She attended Emporia State Teachers College for one year. On August 2, 1960, she was married to Jon Carl Londeen at the Chapman United Methodist Church. They lived in Manhattan where Kay worked for Kansas Farm Bureau. Jon and Kay moved to Chapman following Jon’s graduation from Kansas State and until he entered the US Army in October 1961. They lived at Ft. Benning, GA, and Ft. Lewis, WA, during his active duty and then returned to Chapman following his discharge in October 1963. Kay was the bookkeeper for the family businesses of Londeen Hardware and Furniture and the Londeen Funeral Home. She later worked alongside Jon at the funeral home and attained her Kansas Assistant Funeral Director’s License. She was a member of the Chapman United Methodist Church, Chapman Scholarship Club and the Chapman Bridge Club. Kay loved to spend time with everyone and always had a smile on her face and a hearty laugh. Jon preceded her in death on October 8, 2020. She was also preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her three sons: Jon David “JD”, Kevin Charles (Karen), and Eric Scott (Julie); four granddaughters: Kirsten, Rachel (Kyle), Emily K. and Lauren; two brothers: David Boles (Ellen) and Chuck Boles (Chris); and a large extended family. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 6th, at the Chapman United Methodist Church with Reverend Connie Wooldridge and Kenneth Trickle officiating. Interment will follow in the Indian Hill Cemetery. The Londeen family would like to thank Ron, Cindy and Aaron Overlease with Londeen-Overlease Funeral Home for their assistance with the services for Kay. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; Monday, July 5th, at the Chapman United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Irish Foundation for the Londeen Scholarship Fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kathlyn Sue (Boles) Londeen

James L. Cooper, age 64, of rural Chapman, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021 at his home near Chapman. He was born February 18, 1957 in Junction City, Kansas the son of James Smith and Kelta Louise (Tracey) Cooper. He graduated from Chapman High School and retired from Russell Stover. Jim enjoyed riding motorcycles and raising honey bees and sheep. On May 25, 2010 he married Brenda Dopp in Valley Center. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his sons Paul Cooper of the home, Frank Cooper of Manhattan, daughter Addie Cooper of Palm Coast, Florida, sisters Kathy Norton of Grandview, Kansas, Connie Krier of Chapman, Kansas, Vicki Welsh and her husband Alex DeLeon of Wakefield, Twila Larocca and her husband, Vince of Upland, and one grandson Benjamin. He was preceded in death by his father, niece Maggie Price, and a nephew Levi Norton. A come and go visitation will be from 2:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 11, 2021 at Walt’s 4 Seasons, 2500 Mink Road, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Memorial contributions may be made to ABATE and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James L. Cooper, age 64, of rural Chapman, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021 at his home near Chapman. He was born February 18, 1957 in Junction City, Kansas the son of James Smith and Kelta Louise (Tracey) Cooper. He graduated from Chapman High School and retired from Russell Stover. Jim enjoyed riding motorcycles and raising honey bees and sheep. On May 25, 2010 he married Brenda Dopp in Valley Center. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his sons Paul Cooper of the home, Frank Cooper of Manhattan, daughter Addie Cooper of Palm Coast, Florida, sisters Kathy Norton of Grandview, Kansas, Connie Krier of Chapman, Kansas, Vicki Welsh and her husband Alex DeLeon of Wakefield, Twila Larocca and her husband, Vince of Upland, and one grandson Benjamin. He was preceded in death by his father, niece Maggie Price, and a nephew Levi Norton. A come and go visitation will be from 2:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 11, 2021 at Walt’s 4 Seasons, 2500 Mink Road, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Memorial contributions may be made to ABATE and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James L. Cooper

Bethene “Betsy” (Burnham) Young, age 83, of Manhattan, died June 23, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. She was born September 15, 1937, in Maryville, Missouri, the daughter of Carl Frank and Hylah Fern (née Snyder) Burnham. After completing 7th grade, Betsy and her family moved to Junction City. Betsy graduated from Junction City High School in 1955. She attended William Woods College in Fulton, Missouri, for one year and then transferred to Kansas State University and graduated in 1959 with her degree in Elementary Education. She was a charter member of the KSU chapter of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. On July 2, 1960, in Junction City, Kansas, she was married to John R. Young, her high school sweetheart. Betsy taught first-grade at Price Elementary School in Wichita in 1959-60. She resumed her teaching career later, first as a substitute teacher and then as a first grade teacher at Woodrow Wilson Elementary for 11 years. She is remembered fondly by countless former students. She was deeply rooted in her community in Manhattan, where she was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church. Betsy was a member of the Little Apple Pilot Club, PEO, Chapter DE, as well as numerous social groups in Manhattan. She volunteered by serving on the McCain Board, KSU Gardens committees, and with Shepherd’s Crossing. Enthusiastically devoted to her friends and family, Betsy’s life was filled with celebrations, gatherings, and travel. Betsy is survived by John, her husband of 60 years. The couple would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on July 2nd. Betsy is also survived by her four children: Stephanie Young and her husband James Rouhandeh of New York, NY, John B. Young and his wife Chanette of Parkville, MO, Thomas C. Young and his wife Kerry of Riley, KS, and Gregory S. Young of Wichita, KS; her brother, Tom C. Burnham of Junction City, KS; and nine grandchildren: Katherine Rouhandeh, Audrey Rouhandeh, Charlie Rouhandeh, Jake Young, Molly Young, Caroline Young, Jack Young, Miriam Young and Greta Young. A Celebration of Betsy’s Life will be held at 2:30 p.m. on July 2nd, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Reverend Melanie Nord officiating. The service will be followed by a reception at Prairie Star Restaurant at Meadowlark Hills, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan. Inurnment will be at a later date at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on July 1st, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Shepherd’s Crossing or K-State Gardens. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bethene “Betsy” (Burnham) Young, age 83, of Manhattan, died June 23, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. She was born September 15, 1937, in Maryville, Missouri, the daughter of Carl Frank and Hylah Fern (née Snyder) Burnham. After completing 7th grade, Betsy and her family moved to Junction City. Betsy graduated from Junction City High School in 1955. She attended William Woods College in Fulton, Missouri, for one year and then transferred to Kansas State University and graduated in 1959 with her degree in Elementary Education. She was a charter member of the KSU chapter of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. On July 2, 1960, in Junction City, Kansas, she was married to John R. Young, her high school sweetheart. Betsy taught first-grade at Price Elementary School in Wichita in 1959-60. She resumed her teaching career later, first as a substitute teacher and then as a first grade teacher at Woodrow Wilson Elementary for 11 years. She is remembered fondly by countless former students. She was deeply rooted in her community in Manhattan, where she was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church. Betsy was a member of the Little Apple Pilot Club, PEO, Chapter DE, as well as numerous social groups in Manhattan. She volunteered by serving on the McCain Board, KSU Gardens committees, and with Shepherd’s Crossing. Enthusiastically devoted to her friends and family, Betsy’s life was filled with celebrations, gatherings, and travel. Betsy is survived by John, her husband of 60 years. The couple would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on July 2nd. Betsy is also survived by her four children: Stephanie Young and her husband James Rouhandeh of New York, NY, John B. Young and his wife Chanette of Parkville, MO, Thomas C. Young and his wife Kerry of Riley, KS, and Gregory S. Young of Wichita, KS; her brother, Tom C. Burnham of Junction City, KS; and nine grandchildren: Katherine Rouhandeh, Audrey Rouhandeh, Charlie Rouhandeh, Jake Young, Molly Young, Caroline Young, Jack Young, Miriam Young and Greta Young. A Celebration of Betsy’s Life will be held at 2:30 p.m. on July 2nd, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Reverend Melanie Nord officiating. The service will be followed by a reception at Prairie Star Restaurant at Meadowlark Hills, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan. Inurnment will be at a later date at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on July 1st, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Shepherd’s Crossing or K-State Gardens. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bethene "Betsy" Young

Nona M. Huse, 96, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on January 6, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Society in Wamgo. She was a long-time resident of the area.

Nona was born on January 13, 1924, in Bala, Kansas, the daughter of Wynn and Mae (Parry) Jenkins. She attended elementary school in Bala and graduated in 1941 from Riley County High School.

She moved to Manhattan where her first job was at the Sheer Drug Store and then she worked as a telephone operator for Southwest Bell.

Nona married Don Huse on September 14, 1946, (in Manhattan??). He preceded her in death on November 29, 2019.

After her marriage, Nona was a homemaker and partner in the family business, Huse Electric. She enjoyed long walks and working in her yard and garden. Nona loved to go boating and camping at Tuttle Creek with family and friends and she always packed a great fried chicken picnic lunch for everyone.

Nona is survived by her daughter; Donna Berner (Larry), Council Grove; her grandchildren, Mark Berner (Renee), Council Grove, Todd Berner (Amber), Vancouver, Washington, and Brynn Bologna (Nicolas), Kansas City, Missouri; and nine great-grandchildren, Alyson, Bailey, Marcos, Chloe, Evan, Kennedy, Nici, Emma, and Demi; one great-great-grandchild, Blakely; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends, especially her caring family at Valley Vista.

Nona was also preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, Ralph Jenkins, Arthur Jenkins and Kathryn Casebeer, and a nephew, Gary Jenkins.

A Memorial service will be held at 10: am, Friday, July 2, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; Reverend Dr. Tony Mattia will be officiating. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Good Samaritan Society of Wamego, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, Kansas, 66547.&nbsp;

Nona M. Huse, 96, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on January 6, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Society in Wamgo. She was a long-time resident of the area.Nona was born on January 13, 1924, in Bala, Kansas, the daughter of Wynn and Mae (Parry) Jenkins. She attended elementary school in Bala and graduated in 1941 from Riley County High School.She moved to Manhattan where her first job was at the Sheer Drug Store and then she worked as a telephone operator for Southwest Bell.Nona married Don Huse on September 14, 1946, (in Manhattan??). He preceded her in death on November 29, 2019.After her marriage, Nona was a homemaker and partner in the family business, Huse Electric. She enjoyed long walks and working in her yard and garden. Nona loved to go boating and camping at Tuttle Creek with family and friends and she always packed a great fried chicken picnic lunch for everyone.Nona is survived by her daughter; Donna Berner (Larry), Council Grove; her grandchildren, Mark Berner (Renee), Council Grove, Todd Berner (Amber), Vancouver, Washington, and Brynn Bologna (Nicolas), Kansas City, Missouri; and nine great-grandchildren, Alyson, Bailey, Marcos, Chloe, Evan, Kennedy, Nici, Emma, and Demi; one great-great-grandchild, Blakely; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends, especially her caring family at Valley Vista.Nona was also preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, Ralph Jenkins, Arthur Jenkins and Kathryn Casebeer, and a nephew, Gary Jenkins.A Memorial service will be held at 10: am, Friday, July 2, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; Reverend Dr. Tony Mattia will be officiating. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Good Samaritan Society of Wamego, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, Kansas, 66547.&nbsp;

Nona M. Huse

Joyce’s life began on June 28, 1933, the daughter of Raymond and Thelma (Hinnen) Vogelman in Newton, Kansas. She attended Westpoint one room schoolhouse near the family farm in Potwin, Kansas. She graduated from Potwin High, Class of 1951. Her working career started out at the Potwin State Bank and also managed her family farm. She was an Assistant Director for the nursing home in Garden City and retired as an Administrative Assistant for the Kansas Turnpike Authority in 1998. On March 10, 1953, Joyce married Joseph O. Whitmore and they had two children, Fred &amp; Ann. Joyce married Carroll D. Taylor on July 5, 1991. She was a member of Hillside Christian Church in Wichita where she taught Sunday School, she also sang and played the piano whenever requested. She loved her family and enjoyed sewing and reading. Devotions were an important way for her to start her day.

Her loving family includes her son and his wife, Fred and Leslie Whitmore of Richardson, Texas; daughters and their husbands, Ann and Caesar Mercado of Prosper, Texas, Dena and Robert Pettersen of Wichita, Dhera and Lonnie Hoffman of Groton, South Dakota; sister, Mary Lou &nbsp;(Jim) Jacobs of&nbsp; Oro Valley, Arizona; brother, Donald Vogelman of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Katie Whitmore, Luke Whitmore, Jennifer Armstrong (Brad), David Mercado (Melissa), Michelle Mercado, Jennifer Melcher (Joshua), Matthew Pettersen, Becah Fliehs (Trey), Amy Goodwin (Jamie), Margaret Hoffman (Andre Keller); great-grandchildren, Jaina, Tobin, James, Christopher, Alexander, Taylor, Mya, Emme, James, Daisy, Amelia and Ivy.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carroll Taylor in September of 2010; great-granddaughter, Ellianna Armstrong. &nbsp;Joyce passed away into her loving Savior’s arms on Saturday, June 26, 2021 a few days before her 88th birthday.

Her family will gather with friends on Thursday, July 1, from 5-7 p.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater, Kansas. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 2, at 3:00 p.m. at Hillside Christian Church, 8330 E. Douglas Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. Interment will follow in McGill Cemetery in Potwin.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Potwin Methodist Church in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358. Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Joyce’s life began on June 28, 1933, the daughter of Raymond and Thelma (Hinnen) Vogelman in Newton, Kansas. She attended Westpoint one room schoolhouse near the family farm in Potwin, Kansas. She graduated from Potwin High, Class of 1951. Her working career started out at the Potwin State Bank and also managed her family farm. She was an Assistant Director for the nursing home in Garden City and retired as an Administrative Assistant for the Kansas Turnpike Authority in 1998. On March 10, 1953, Joyce married Joseph O. Whitmore and they had two children, Fred &amp; Ann. Joyce married Carroll D. Taylor on July 5, 1991. She was a member of Hillside Christian Church in Wichita where she taught Sunday School, she also sang and played the piano whenever requested. She loved her family and enjoyed sewing and reading. Devotions were an important way for her to start her day.Her loving family includes her son and his wife, Fred and Leslie Whitmore of Richardson, Texas; daughters and their husbands, Ann and Caesar Mercado of Prosper, Texas, Dena and Robert Pettersen of Wichita, Dhera and Lonnie Hoffman of Groton, South Dakota; sister, Mary Lou &nbsp;(Jim) Jacobs of&nbsp; Oro Valley, Arizona; brother, Donald Vogelman of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Katie Whitmore, Luke Whitmore, Jennifer Armstrong (Brad), David Mercado (Melissa), Michelle Mercado, Jennifer Melcher (Joshua), Matthew Pettersen, Becah Fliehs (Trey), Amy Goodwin (Jamie), Margaret Hoffman (Andre Keller); great-grandchildren, Jaina, Tobin, James, Christopher, Alexander, Taylor, Mya, Emme, James, Daisy, Amelia and Ivy.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carroll Taylor in September of 2010; great-granddaughter, Ellianna Armstrong. &nbsp;Joyce passed away into her loving Savior’s arms on Saturday, June 26, 2021 a few days before her 88th birthday.Her family will gather with friends on Thursday, July 1, from 5-7 p.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater, Kansas. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 2, at 3:00 p.m. at Hillside Christian Church, 8330 E. Douglas Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. Interment will follow in McGill Cemetery in Potwin.Memorial contributions may be directed to Potwin Methodist Church in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358. Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Joyce Marie (Vogelman) Taylor - June 28, 1933-June 26, 2021 (age 87)

  Carolyn and Edmond have three children Matt Spencer, Eddie Spencer and Becky Spencer; she was like a mother to her “Daughter in Loves” Darla Spencer and Kelley Spencer and son in law Bruce Fetrow.  Her grandchildren and great grandchildren loved her without exception; Dallas Wells, Kasey Orlik, Hunter Spencer, Kaylyn Spencer, Dakota Spencer, Shyla Harris, Shyann Harris, Lillianna Salamoni- Harris and Barrett Orlik.  Carolyn was met in Heaven by her parents, and numerous brothers and sisters.

  She gave love and received love from everyone who knew her and will be greatly missed and always loved.  Carolyn’s family will gather with friends on Friday July 2, 2021, at the Christian Church of Florence for her funeral service led by Pastor Mitchell Diemer.  She will be laid to rest in Hillcrest Cemetery, Florence following the service.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Christian Church of Florence Youth Group in care of the funeral home.

Friday, July 2, 2021, 10:a.m. Christian Church of Florence, 335 W Fifth St Florence, KS 66851

On Saturday June 26, 2021, Carolyn Kay Spencer entered Heaven’s Gate. She was born Carolyn Kay Shipman on February 15, 1944. Carolyn was the daughter of Orris and Audine (Arnold) Shipman. She was a 1962 graduate of Florence High School. She was united in marriage 59 years ago to Edmond Spencer on May 24, 1962. Carolyn, Edmond and their family have owned and operated the Town and Country Café in Florence for the last 25 years. She loved playing on her computer and enjoyed singing. Carolyn was the official grandchild spoiler and did a great job of it. She enjoyed cooking and fishing with the family. Carolyn and Edmond have three children Matt Spencer, Eddie Spencer and Becky Spencer; she was like a mother to her “Daughter in Loves” Darla Spencer and Kelley Spencer and son in law Bruce Fetrow. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren loved her without exception; Dallas Wells, Kasey Orlik, Hunter Spencer, Kaylyn Spencer, Dakota Spencer, Shyla Harris, Shyann Harris, Lillianna Salamoni- Harris and Barrett Orlik. Carolyn was met in Heaven by her parents, and numerous brothers and sisters. She gave love and received love from everyone who knew her and will be greatly missed and always loved. Carolyn’s family will gather with friends on Friday July 2, 2021, at the Christian Church of Florence for her funeral service led by Pastor Mitchell Diemer. She will be laid to rest in Hillcrest Cemetery, Florence following the service. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Christian Church of Florence Youth Group in care of the funeral home.Funeral Service:Friday, July 2, 2021, 10:a.m. Christian Church of Florence, 335 W Fifth St Florence, KS 66851

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