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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Donald Lee Spradling

Rosario C. Sanders, 40, passed away on June 8th, 2021 with her loved ones at her side in Junction City, Kansas. She was born on November 4th, 1980 in Manilla Philippines to Cesar and Susana Campos. Rosario married Stephen Sanders in 2006 in Seoul, South Korea. They were happily married for 14 years. Rosario was active in the local community and centered her life on the care of all those who she was around. She had an infectious smile and loving personality that always made everything better. She enjoyed reading, Karaoke, watching movies and spending time with her family. Rosario is survived by her spouse Stephen of Portland, Oregon; her son Xedric Campos of Junction City, Kansas; her son Xenoz Angelo Campo of Manilla, Philippines; her son Xenos Francis Sanders and daughter Xantara Sanders both who currently reside at her Caution-home. Her sister Shirley, of Cavite, Philippines; her brother Bryansar Campo of Cavite, Philippines her granddaughter Lorelai Lorete and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A private family service will be held.

Rosario C. Sanders, 40, passed away on June 8th, 2021 with her loved ones at her side in Junction City, Kansas. She was born on November 4th, 1980 in Manilla Philippines to Cesar and Susana Campos. Rosario married Stephen Sanders in 2006 in Seoul, South Korea. They were happily married for 14 years. Rosario was active in the local community and centered her life on the care of all those who she was around. She had an infectious smile and loving personality that always made everything better. She enjoyed reading, Karaoke, watching movies and spending time with her family. Rosario is survived by her spouse Stephen of Portland, Oregon; her son Xedric Campos of Junction City, Kansas; her son Xenoz Angelo Campo of Manilla, Philippines; her son Xenos Francis Sanders and daughter Xantara Sanders both who currently reside at her Caution-home. Her sister Shirley, of Cavite, Philippines; her brother Bryansar Campo of Cavite, Philippines her granddaughter Lorelai Lorete and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;A private family service will be held.

Rosario C. "Sarie" Sanders - 1980 - 2021

Tom’s life began on February 10, 1939, in Marion.  He was the son of Wes and Esther (Sampson) Buford.  Tom attended Marion schools and worked odd jobs around the area.  He was a long-time resident of St. Luke’s Living Center and enjoyed the staff who became his family.  He was cared for by his cousin Eva Smith Grentz and survived by two children Rusty Buford of Texas and Christi Garcia of California.

  No formal services are planned.&nbsp; Yazel-Megli Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp;

Tom’s life began on February 10, 1939, in Marion. He was the son of Wes and Esther (Sampson) Buford. Tom attended Marion schools and worked odd jobs around the area. He was a long-time resident of St. Luke’s Living Center and enjoyed the staff who became his family. He was cared for by his cousin Eva Smith Grentz and survived by two children Rusty Buford of Texas and Christi Garcia of California. No formal services are planned.&nbsp; Yazel-Megli Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp;

Tom E. Buford - February 10, 1939-June 9, 2021 (age 82)

Virginia L. Adam, daughter of Robert and Margaret (Cunningham) Shirack, was born September 4th, 1932. She passed away June 7, 2021 at the age of 88.

She attended Ash Grove and Garfield grade schools in the country south of Abilene. She graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1950. On November 11, 1950 she married Joseph (Joe) Adam of Chapman and they spent all of their married life in Chapman. Virginia worked for many years a bookkeeper for several different firms and finally working for the US Postal system in Chapman for many years before retiring in 1997.

Virginia was active in many organizations. She was the first woman elected to the City Council and served two terms. She was a life time member of the American Legion Auxiliary, the VFW Auxiliary and the Chapman Valley Manor. She served on Chapman Valley Manor Board, the Butterfield Housing Board, CAPS elected officer, Chapman Library Board and the Lutheran Church Council. She has served many years on the Indian Hill Cemetery Board.

She was preceded in death by her husband in 1994, her parents, and two sisters, Maxine Tinkler of Assaria, KS and Nordene Lorson of Murray, KY. She is survived by her son, David (Pam) Adam of Abilene, her daughter Diane Thomas of Chapman, one grandson, Tanner Thomas of Chapman, two step-granddaughters Alana Preston, Abilene and Lindsey Blixt of Chapman, several step great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday, June 11th from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel. Service will be at Chapman United Methodist Church Saturday,&nbsp; June 12th at 10 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will be at Indian Hill Cemetery, Chapman.

Memorials may be given in her name to Indian Hill Cemetery or American Legion Auxiliary Chapman and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virginia L. Adam, daughter of Robert and Margaret (Cunningham) Shirack, was born September 4th, 1932. She passed away June 7, 2021 at the age of 88. She attended Ash Grove and Garfield grade schools in the country south of Abilene. She graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1950. On November 11, 1950 she married Joseph (Joe) Adam of Chapman and they spent all of their married life in Chapman. Virginia worked for many years a bookkeeper for several different firms and finally working for the US Postal system in Chapman for many years before retiring in 1997. Virginia was active in many organizations. She was the first woman elected to the City Council and served two terms. She was a life time member of the American Legion Auxiliary, the VFW Auxiliary and the Chapman Valley Manor. She served on Chapman Valley Manor Board, the Butterfield Housing Board, CAPS elected officer, Chapman Library Board and the Lutheran Church Council. She has served many years on the Indian Hill Cemetery Board. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1994, her parents, and two sisters, Maxine Tinkler of Assaria, KS and Nordene Lorson of Murray, KY. She is survived by her son, David (Pam) Adam of Abilene, her daughter Diane Thomas of Chapman, one grandson, Tanner Thomas of Chapman, two step-granddaughters Alana Preston, Abilene and Lindsey Blixt of Chapman, several step great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday, June 11th from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel. Service will be at Chapman United Methodist Church Saturday,&nbsp; June 12th at 10 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will be at Indian Hill Cemetery, Chapman. Memorials may be given in her name to Indian Hill Cemetery or American Legion Auxiliary Chapman and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virginia L. Adam

Lisa M. Homman, daughter of Betty and Eldon Hildebrandt, was born September 1, 1970 in Independence, Missouri. She passed away at her home in Abilene on June 8, 2021. Never before has a more caring and loving wife, daughter and mother ever been. Lisa spent her childhood as a “mountain girl” in Colorado and Montana before moving to Kansas with her mother in 1989 where she met her husband on a blind date arranged by mutual friends who thought they would make a “good pair”. As has recently been revealed by casual observers, Lance was obviously “smitten” with her from the moment they first met. She attended Moffat County schools in Craig, Colorado before moving to Laurel, Montana with her parents where she graduated from Laurel HighSchool in 1989. She later attended Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas. Lisa worked at and later managed the Short Stop in Abilene, West’s Country Mart and then, as a pharmacy technician, at Patterson’s Healthcare Pharmacy in Abilene. She spent the later years of her life as a homemaker who loved her husband, two children, mother and dogs deeply. Lisa was preceded in her death by her parents-in-law, Garold and Anne Homman, who treated her like their own daughter. She is survived by her husband, Lance, two children, Dalian and Tabor, and her dogs, Harley and Taz, all of the home, her mother, Betty Hildebrandt, of Salina, her brother Todd Hildebrandt (Kathy) of Salina, and many nephews and nieces. A private memorial service with close friends and family will be held at a time and date to be announced. The family has chosen cremation. Memorials may be offered in Lisa’s name to the charity or organization of the donor’s choice. Condolences can be left with the funeral home, Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd St., Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lisa M. Homman, daughter of Betty and Eldon Hildebrandt, was born September 1, 1970 in Independence, Missouri. She passed away at her home in Abilene on June 8, 2021. Never before has a more caring and loving wife, daughter and mother ever been. Lisa spent her childhood as a “mountain girl” in Colorado and Montana before moving to Kansas with her mother in 1989 where she met her husband on a blind date arranged by mutual friends who thought they would make a “good pair”. As has recently been revealed by casual observers, Lance was obviously “smitten” with her from the moment they first met. She attended Moffat County schools in Craig, Colorado before moving to Laurel, Montana with her parents where she graduated from Laurel HighSchool in 1989. She later attended Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas. Lisa worked at and later managed the Short Stop in Abilene, West’s Country Mart and then, as a pharmacy technician, at Patterson’s Healthcare Pharmacy in Abilene. She spent the later years of her life as a homemaker who loved her husband, two children, mother and dogs deeply. Lisa was preceded in her death by her parents-in-law, Garold and Anne Homman, who treated her like their own daughter. She is survived by her husband, Lance, two children, Dalian and Tabor, and her dogs, Harley and Taz, all of the home, her mother, Betty Hildebrandt, of Salina, her brother Todd Hildebrandt (Kathy) of Salina, and many nephews and nieces. A private memorial service with close friends and family will be held at a time and date to be announced. The family has chosen cremation. Memorials may be offered in Lisa’s name to the charity or organization of the donor’s choice. Condolences can be left with the funeral home, Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd St., Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lisa Homman - September 1st, 1970-June 8th, 2021

Maxine Brose Neill, 101 died June 8, 2021 in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 15, 1919 in Clay County, the daughter of Carl and Rena (Siemers) Brose.&nbsp; Maxine was a graduate of the Clifton High School class of 1937.&nbsp; Following high school, she attended cosmetology school in Wichita. &nbsp;Maxine married Frank Neill on December 27, 1942.&nbsp; She worked as a beauty operator in Lawrence, Chicago and in Clay Center. Then in 1946, they returned to the family farm south-east of Clay Center.&nbsp; Frank preceded her in death on May 9, 1995.&nbsp; Maxine was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, where she served as deacon, the As You Are Club, Neighborhood Club, Friendship Club, served on the Presbyterian Manor board and volunteered at the Lighthouse for Christ and the Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by parents and a sister, Gladys Hammons.

Daughter: Connie and husband Harvey Frigon of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Kay and husband Terry Kraft of Grand Junction, CO

Son: Jeff Neill and fiancée Anabel Seaman of Lawrence, KS

8 Grandchildren and 17 Great-Grandchildren

Celebration of Life: 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: 3-7 p.m. Monday, June 14 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; First Presbyterian Church or Clay Center Presbyterian Manor c/o the funeral home

Maxine Brose Neill, 101 died June 8, 2021 in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 15, 1919 in Clay County, the daughter of Carl and Rena (Siemers) Brose.&nbsp; Maxine was a graduate of the Clifton High School class of 1937.&nbsp; Following high school, she attended cosmetology school in Wichita. &nbsp;Maxine married Frank Neill on December 27, 1942.&nbsp; She worked as a beauty operator in Lawrence, Chicago and in Clay Center. Then in 1946, they returned to the family farm south-east of Clay Center.&nbsp; Frank preceded her in death on May 9, 1995.&nbsp; Maxine was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, where she served as deacon, the As You Are Club, Neighborhood Club, Friendship Club, served on the Presbyterian Manor board and volunteered at the Lighthouse for Christ and the Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by parents and a sister, Gladys Hammons.Survivors:Daughter: Sue Ann Young of Ft. Worth, TXDaughter: Connie and husband Harvey Frigon of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Kay and husband Terry Kraft of Grand Junction, COSon: Jeff Neill and fiancée Anabel Seaman of Lawrence, KSSister: Roberta Price of Hutchinson, KS8 Grandchildren and 17 Great-GrandchildrenCelebration of Life: 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, KSMinister: Rev. Scott LingleBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: 3-7 p.m. Monday, June 14 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; First Presbyterian Church or Clay Center Presbyterian Manor c/o the funeral home

Maxine Brose Neill

Rosie Clarice (Keck) Barnes, age 88, of Manhattan, Kansas, went to her heavenly home Friday, June 4, 2021.

Rosie was born in Oketo, Kansas on August 26, 1932, to parents Clarence and Minnie Keck. She was born at home on the farm, attended by a local rural doctor. Although August 26 was the birth date recorded by Rosie’s mother, the doctor recorded August 29 on the birth certificate. It is assumed the doctor made a mistake since Rosie was one of eleven children born to the couple.

Growing up on the farm, Rosie attended a one-room rural grade school and graduated from Marysville High school. She moved to Manhattan where she attended MCC (formerly Manhattan Bible College) and graduated with an associate degree. She later earned a degree from Manhattan Vocational Technical College and became a Licensed Practical Nurse. Rosie worked as a nurse for nearly 30 years at Via Christi Ascension (formerly St. Mary’s and Mercy Hospital). She was a caring and effective nurse, and she touched many lives during her years of devoted service as a nurse.

Rosie met and married Jack L Barnes while attending Manhattan Bible College. She married Jack on March 16, 1951, and they were happily married for nearly 60 years. She liked to say, “two months short of 60 years is close enough to count”. She served as a minister’s wife while he was a minister early in their marriage.

Jack and Rosie had 4 children: three daughters and a son. She also opened her home to anyone in need including her younger twin sisters, many nieces, nephews, and foster children as well as her own parents. Although Rosie loved all her family, she had a special relationship with each of her grandchildren. Although she would occasionally have cause to gently reprimand them, she would not tolerate criticism of her grandchildren from others. Each grandchild knew they had a strong champion on their side in Grandma Barnes.

Rosie had a life-long love of horses. In her early days on the farm, she and her brother and sisters would climb on the family horse “Prince” and head for the pond where Prince would take 4-5 siblings on his back for a swim. On winter days when it was too cold or snowy to walk to school, they would sometimes ride Prince through the snow to school. Later, when Rosie’s own children were young, a palomino mare named “Silver” became the family horse. She also loved birds, particularly owls and hummingbirds. For many years she carried birdseed through the snow to fill the backyard bird feeders and provided nectar for the hummingbirds in the summers.

A dedicated Christian, Rosie served many years as a treasurer and Sunday School teacher at Crestview Christian Church in Manhattan, was a member and Sunday School teacher at Junction City First Christian Church, and later attended University Christian Church in Manhattan. She raised her children to love God and treat others as they would want to be treated, demonstrating her faith by her service and generosity to others.

Rosie is survived by her children, Deborah (Ron) Lang of Junction City, Kansas, Cindy (Dann) Leach of Valley Center, Kansas, David (Jay) Barnes of Huson, Montana, and Jacque (Brian) Shane of Alta Vista, Kansas; her 9 beloved grandchildren, Scott, Shawn, Jeremy, Michael, Jesse, Ryan, Mathew, Daniel, and Danielle; 9 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild; her sisters, Hazel (Arlo) Janzen of Hesston, Kansas, Violet Kelley of Lyons, Kansas, and brother Robert (Shirley) Keck of Mona, Utah.

Rosie Barnes was preceded in death by her husband Jack L. Barnes (2011); her parents: Clarence and Minnie Keck, her siblings: Harold Keck, Glen Keck, Jesse Keck, Kenneth Keck, Maxine (Keck) Snell, June (Keck) Rice, and Jean (Keck) Sipes. A Celebration of Life memorial will be held at a later time. Memorial gifts may be sent to the Children’s Village at Eden Ministries at https://www.eden-ministries.org/&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rosie Clarice (Keck) Barnes, age 88, of Manhattan, Kansas, went to her heavenly home Friday, June 4, 2021. Rosie was born in Oketo, Kansas on August 26, 1932, to parents Clarence and Minnie Keck. She was born at home on the farm, attended by a local rural doctor. Although August 26 was the birth date recorded by Rosie’s mother, the doctor recorded August 29 on the birth certificate. It is assumed the doctor made a mistake since Rosie was one of eleven children born to the couple. Growing up on the farm, Rosie attended a one-room rural grade school and graduated from Marysville High school. She moved to Manhattan where she attended MCC (formerly Manhattan Bible College) and graduated with an associate degree. She later earned a degree from Manhattan Vocational Technical College and became a Licensed Practical Nurse. Rosie worked as a nurse for nearly 30 years at Via Christi Ascension (formerly St. Mary’s and Mercy Hospital). She was a caring and effective nurse, and she touched many lives during her years of devoted service as a nurse. Rosie met and married Jack L Barnes while attending Manhattan Bible College. She married Jack on March 16, 1951, and they were happily married for nearly 60 years. She liked to say, “two months short of 60 years is close enough to count”. She served as a minister’s wife while he was a minister early in their marriage. Jack and Rosie had 4 children: three daughters and a son. She also opened her home to anyone in need including her younger twin sisters, many nieces, nephews, and foster children as well as her own parents. Although Rosie loved all her family, she had a special relationship with each of her grandchildren. Although she would occasionally have cause to gently reprimand them, she would not tolerate criticism of her grandchildren from others. Each grandchild knew they had a strong champion on their side in Grandma Barnes. Rosie had a life-long love of horses. In her early days on the farm, she and her brother and sisters would climb on the family horse “Prince” and head for the pond where Prince would take 4-5 siblings on his back for a swim. On winter days when it was too cold or snowy to walk to school, they would sometimes ride Prince through the snow to school. Later, when Rosie’s own children were young, a palomino mare named “Silver” became the family horse. She also loved birds, particularly owls and hummingbirds. For many years she carried birdseed through the snow to fill the backyard bird feeders and provided nectar for the hummingbirds in the summers. A dedicated Christian, Rosie served many years as a treasurer and Sunday School teacher at Crestview Christian Church in Manhattan, was a member and Sunday School teacher at Junction City First Christian Church, and later attended University Christian Church in Manhattan. She raised her children to love God and treat others as they would want to be treated, demonstrating her faith by her service and generosity to others. Rosie is survived by her children, Deborah (Ron) Lang of Junction City, Kansas, Cindy (Dann) Leach of Valley Center, Kansas, David (Jay) Barnes of Huson, Montana, and Jacque (Brian) Shane of Alta Vista, Kansas; her 9 beloved grandchildren, Scott, Shawn, Jeremy, Michael, Jesse, Ryan, Mathew, Daniel, and Danielle; 9 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild; her sisters, Hazel (Arlo) Janzen of Hesston, Kansas, Violet Kelley of Lyons, Kansas, and brother Robert (Shirley) Keck of Mona, Utah. Rosie Barnes was preceded in death by her husband Jack L. Barnes (2011); her parents: Clarence and Minnie Keck, her siblings: Harold Keck, Glen Keck, Jesse Keck, Kenneth Keck, Maxine (Keck) Snell, June (Keck) Rice, and Jean (Keck) Sipes. A Celebration of Life memorial will be held at a later time. Memorial gifts may be sent to the Children’s Village at Eden Ministries at https://www.eden-ministries.org/&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rosie Clarice (Keck) Barnes

Arvilla Ann Lloyd, 83, Wamego, KS passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.

On May 30, 1938 Arvilla, was born to William “Bill” and Sophia (Schrieber) Thowe in Alma, KS.&nbsp; Arvilla graduated from Alma High School in 1956 and started working for Hallmark.&nbsp; After Hallmark, Arvilla dedicated 50 years of her life as a legal secretary in Wabaunsee County.&nbsp; She began working for the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s department.&nbsp; She then moved on to the Wabaunsee County Attorney’s Office and worked for Bill Baldock and Jack Turner before retiring in 1999.&nbsp; Arvilla was united in marriage with Jack F. Lloyd on May 8, 1958 in Peace United Church of Christ in Alma, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 22, 1998.

Arvilla dedicated most of her free time towards her family.&nbsp; She rarely missed one of her children’s, grandchildren’s or great-grandchildren’s events.&nbsp; She loved spending time with friends, especially those who were H&amp;L Enterprise members, and dancing with Jack at the fair barn dances.&nbsp; Arvilla also enjoyed flowers, watching the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and Kansas State football games with her dog, Daisy.&nbsp; Arvilla was a member of the Peace United Church of Christ while Jack and she lived in Alma. After Jack’s passing, Arvilla moved to Wamego and became a member of the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church.

She is survived by her two children, Angie Fair (Rex) and Dan Lloyd (Angela), both of Wamego, KS; eight grandchildren, Kimberly Day (Jimmy), Staci Weeks (Jason), Erica Swenson, Chelsea Lloyd (Josh Wallin), Darren Lloyd, Caleb Fair, Blake Fair and Jeremy Swenson; fifteen great-grandchildren, James Jr., Brock, MaKinnley, Jaidyn, Talon, Chase, Rylee, Harlee, Kyler, Tyler, Abby, Olivia, Robert, Allannah, and Mackenzie; one sister, Evelyn Davis (Denny), Alma, KS; a former son-in-law, John Morway; and several nieces and nephews.

She is also preceded in death by four siblings, Adella Gaston, Delores Haller, Marlene Briscoe and Wilma Hafenstein.

&nbsp; Funeral Services for Arvilla will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021 at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Wamego.&nbsp; Private graveside services will be held at the Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma.&nbsp; The family has suggested memorials to the Good Shepherd Hospice House or Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Arvilla Ann Lloyd, 83, Wamego, KS passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.On May 30, 1938 Arvilla, was born to William “Bill” and Sophia (Schrieber) Thowe in Alma, KS.&nbsp; Arvilla graduated from Alma High School in 1956 and started working for Hallmark.&nbsp; After Hallmark, Arvilla dedicated 50 years of her life as a legal secretary in Wabaunsee County.&nbsp; She began working for the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s department.&nbsp; She then moved on to the Wabaunsee County Attorney’s Office and worked for Bill Baldock and Jack Turner before retiring in 1999.&nbsp; Arvilla was united in marriage with Jack F. Lloyd on May 8, 1958 in Peace United Church of Christ in Alma, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 22, 1998.Arvilla dedicated most of her free time towards her family.&nbsp; She rarely missed one of her children’s, grandchildren’s or great-grandchildren’s events.&nbsp; She loved spending time with friends, especially those who were H&amp;L Enterprise members, and dancing with Jack at the fair barn dances.&nbsp; Arvilla also enjoyed flowers, watching the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and Kansas State football games with her dog, Daisy.&nbsp; Arvilla was a member of the Peace United Church of Christ while Jack and she lived in Alma. After Jack’s passing, Arvilla moved to Wamego and became a member of the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church.She is survived by her two children, Angie Fair (Rex) and Dan Lloyd (Angela), both of Wamego, KS; eight grandchildren, Kimberly Day (Jimmy), Staci Weeks (Jason), Erica Swenson, Chelsea Lloyd (Josh Wallin), Darren Lloyd, Caleb Fair, Blake Fair and Jeremy Swenson; fifteen great-grandchildren, James Jr., Brock, MaKinnley, Jaidyn, Talon, Chase, Rylee, Harlee, Kyler, Tyler, Abby, Olivia, Robert, Allannah, and Mackenzie; one sister, Evelyn Davis (Denny), Alma, KS; a former son-in-law, John Morway; and several nieces and nephews.She is also preceded in death by four siblings, Adella Gaston, Delores Haller, Marlene Briscoe and Wilma Hafenstein.&nbsp; Funeral Services for Arvilla will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 17, 2021 at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Wamego.&nbsp; Private graveside services will be held at the Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma.&nbsp; The family has suggested memorials to the Good Shepherd Hospice House or Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Arvilla Ann Lloyd

Shirley’s life began on October 27, 1935, in Herington.  She is the daughter of Harry and Elsie (Brockmeier) Schlesener.  Shirley is a 1953 graduate of Herington High School and attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School.  She was united in marriage to Keith D. Longabaugh on June 14, 1953, at St. Paul’s Church.  Along with being an active member of the church, Shirley enjoyed the church’s quilting club, sponsoring the youth group and preparing food for church events. She loved to do crafts and with her sister Sharon took their crafts to shows.  She enjoyed traveling with Keith and her family.  Shirley is fondly remembered as an outstanding gardener, mowing her lawn and the neighbors, too.  She was a strong and determined wife, mother, grandmother and friend.

  Her loving family includes her children Dr. James (Michele) Longabaugh of Sabetha, Jerry Longabaugh of Wichita, and Cheryl (Jason) Webb of Monett, MO.; grandchildren Matthew Longabaugh, Jordan Longabaugh, Jake Longabaugh, CJ (Blake Wachter) Longabaugh, AJ ( Grant Sorenson) Longabaugh, Maggie Hull, Tyler Webb, Nathan (Kelsey) Webb and Emily Webb; great grandchildren Willa and Lauretta Hull and her siblings Sharon (Larry) Senner, Glen (Darlene) Schlesener and Donna Jean ( Dale) Koontz and several nieces and nephews.

  Shirley passed away on Tuesday June 8, 2021, at Herington Municipal Hospital.  She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 66 years Keith, daughter in law Michele Longabaugh and her sister Carolyn Stewart. 

 Shirley’s family will gather with friends on Saturday, June 12th from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.  Her funeral service will be Sunday June 13th at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church led by Pastor Bill Neuman.  She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery.  Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in care of the funeral home.

Shirley’s life began on October 27, 1935, in Herington. She is the daughter of Harry and Elsie (Brockmeier) Schlesener. Shirley is a 1953 graduate of Herington High School and attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School. She was united in marriage to Keith D. Longabaugh on June 14, 1953, at St. Paul’s Church. Along with being an active member of the church, Shirley enjoyed the church’s quilting club, sponsoring the youth group and preparing food for church events. She loved to do crafts and with her sister Sharon took their crafts to shows. She enjoyed traveling with Keith and her family. Shirley is fondly remembered as an outstanding gardener, mowing her lawn and the neighbors, too. She was a strong and determined wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her loving family includes her children Dr. James (Michele) Longabaugh of Sabetha, Jerry Longabaugh of Wichita, and Cheryl (Jason) Webb of Monett, MO.; grandchildren Matthew Longabaugh, Jordan Longabaugh, Jake Longabaugh, CJ (Blake Wachter) Longabaugh, AJ ( Grant Sorenson) Longabaugh, Maggie Hull, Tyler Webb, Nathan (Kelsey) Webb and Emily Webb; great grandchildren Willa and Lauretta Hull and her siblings Sharon (Larry) Senner, Glen (Darlene) Schlesener and Donna Jean ( Dale) Koontz and several nieces and nephews. Shirley passed away on Tuesday June 8, 2021, at Herington Municipal Hospital. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 66 years Keith, daughter in law Michele Longabaugh and her sister Carolyn Stewart. Shirley’s family will gather with friends on Saturday, June 12th from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Her funeral service will be Sunday June 13th at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church led by Pastor Bill Neuman. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in care of the funeral home.

Shirley Mae (Schlesener) Longabaugh - October 27, 1935-June 8, 2021 (age 85)

Ervin "Jack" Salzman, 87, of Milford, KS, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 14, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church. Reverend Melanie Nord will officiate. Inurment will take place in Illinois. Jack was born on January 27, 1934, Waukegan, Illinois the son of Ervin and Emma (Harding) Salzman. Jack was a member of First United Methodist Church and the Earl C. Gromley American Legion Post #45. He served in the United States Air Force for four years. On September 30, 1956 he married Barbara Salzman. Jack is survived by his loving Wife, Barbara, his Daughter, Carolyn (Don) Stevens of Milford, KS; Four Sons, Steven (Renee) Salzman of Randolph, KS, Allen (Kathy) Salzman of Falun, KS, David (Sumae) Salzman of Wichita, KS, Robert (Judy) Salzman of Wheeling, IL; two sisters, Donna and Darlene; fourteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Ervin "Jack" Salzman, 87, of Milford, KS, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 14, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church. Reverend Melanie Nord will officiate. Inurment will take place in Illinois. Jack was born on January 27, 1934, Waukegan, Illinois the son of Ervin and Emma (Harding) Salzman. Jack was a member of First United Methodist Church and the Earl C. Gromley American Legion Post #45. He served in the United States Air Force for four years. On September 30, 1956 he married Barbara Salzman. Jack is survived by his loving Wife, Barbara, his Daughter, Carolyn (Don) Stevens of Milford, KS; Four Sons, Steven (Renee) Salzman of Randolph, KS, Allen (Kathy) Salzman of Falun, KS, David (Sumae) Salzman of Wichita, KS, Robert (Judy) Salzman of Wheeling, IL; two sisters, Donna and Darlene; fourteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Ervin "Jack" Salzman

Gary Lee Johnson, age 84 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

He was born on April 29, 1937 in the Pleasant Hill Community, the son of Irving and Gerna (Siebold) Johnson.  He graduated from Leonardville High School.

On January 17, 1961 in the Parish Hall of the Riley Presbyterian Church, he married Shirley Jo Hageman.

Gary owned and operated Johnson Welding and was a blacksmith, welder and fabricator.  He enjoyed conversations with the coffee crowd in Leonardville and taking bus trips to the casino.  In his younger years, he liked to hunt and fish and play golf.  Going to auctions and collecting antiques were also an interest to him.

He is survived by his wife Shirley Johnson of Leonardville; one son, Gregory Johnson and wife Sun of Manhattan; one daughter, Sue Knight and husband Mitch of Leonardville; two brothers, Gail Johnson of Waterville and Mike Johnson and wife Cindy of Leonardville; one sister, Sharrie Peterson of Keats; two grandchildren, Jesse Knight (Deidre) of Council Grove and Whitney Knight (Jeff Huber) of Leonardville and two great grandchildren, Braelyn Grace Huber and Karson Lee Huber.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Earl Peterson.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Fairview Presbyterian Church with Pastor Gerry Sharp officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.  Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Fairview Presbyterian Church and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Gary Lee Johnson, age 84 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.He was born on April 29, 1937 in the Pleasant Hill Community, the son of Irving and Gerna (Siebold) Johnson. He graduated from Leonardville High School.On January 17, 1961 in the Parish Hall of the Riley Presbyterian Church, he married Shirley Jo Hageman.Gary owned and operated Johnson Welding and was a blacksmith, welder and fabricator. He enjoyed conversations with the coffee crowd in Leonardville and taking bus trips to the casino. In his younger years, he liked to hunt and fish and play golf. Going to auctions and collecting antiques were also an interest to him.He is survived by his wife Shirley Johnson of Leonardville; one son, Gregory Johnson and wife Sun of Manhattan; one daughter, Sue Knight and husband Mitch of Leonardville; two brothers, Gail Johnson of Waterville and Mike Johnson and wife Cindy of Leonardville; one sister, Sharrie Peterson of Keats; two grandchildren, Jesse Knight (Deidre) of Council Grove and Whitney Knight (Jeff Huber) of Leonardville and two great grandchildren, Braelyn Grace Huber and Karson Lee Huber.He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Earl Peterson.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Fairview Presbyterian Church with Pastor Gerry Sharp officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Fairview Presbyterian Church and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Gary Lee Johnson

Lytecia "Anita" Galliher, 81, of Manhattan, passed away Monday, June 7th. A celebration of Lytecia's life will be held on Sunday, August 8th, 2021, at the family home. Interment will take place at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery at a later date. Memorials in Lytecia's honor may be sent to the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter or Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lytecia "Anita" Galliher, 81, of Manhattan, passed away Monday, June 7th. A celebration of Lytecia's life will be held on Sunday, August 8th, 2021, at the family home. Interment will take place at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery at a later date. Memorials in Lytecia's honor may be sent to the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter or Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lytecia "Anita" Galliher

Glen D. Yadon, lifelong resident of Council Grove passed away June 4, 2021 at Morris County Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born June 20, 1953 to Carl and Dorothy (Krause) Yadon in Council Grove. &nbsp;Glen enjoyed farming, buying and selling livestock, working many years along side his father.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed gardening and was known as a wheeler and dealer.

Glen married Michelle Garrett and from that union, they had a son, Baylor.&nbsp;&nbsp;They divorced.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Glen later married Pam Siegrist.

Glen was preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Justin Yadon.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Pam; son Baylor Yadon; brothers: Kenny Yadon and wife Coleen and Keith Yadon and wife Gail; sisters: Kathy Meierhoff and husband Paul, Kandie Daniels and husband Jeff, and Kim Engel and Tim; 2 grandaughters; as well as nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

A graveside service will be held at 10:00am, Thursday, June 10th, at Sunny Slope Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be mailed to Morris County 4-H Foundation, in care of the Morris County Extension Office, 501 West Main, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Glen D. Yadon, lifelong resident of Council Grove passed away June 4, 2021 at Morris County Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born June 20, 1953 to Carl and Dorothy (Krause) Yadon in Council Grove. &nbsp;Glen enjoyed farming, buying and selling livestock, working many years along side his father.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed gardening and was known as a wheeler and dealer.Glen married Michelle Garrett and from that union, they had a son, Baylor.&nbsp;&nbsp;They divorced.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Glen later married Pam Siegrist.Glen was preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Justin Yadon.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Pam; son Baylor Yadon; brothers: Kenny Yadon and wife Coleen and Keith Yadon and wife Gail; sisters: Kathy Meierhoff and husband Paul, Kandie Daniels and husband Jeff, and Kim Engel and Tim; 2 grandaughters; as well as nieces and nephews.&nbsp;A graveside service will be held at 10:00am, Thursday, June 10th, at Sunny Slope Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be mailed to Morris County 4-H Foundation, in care of the Morris County Extension Office, 501 West Main, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Glen D. Yadon

Donna Lee Diskau, age 90 of Riley, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

She was born on April 15, 1931 on a farm in Northern Riley County, the daughter of Paul and Myrtle (Simnitt) Specht.

On May 19, 1949, she married Dean L. Diskau in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.  He preceded her in death April 27, 2002.  Donna and Dean were best friends and partners.  They enjoyed their yearly trips to Arizona during the winter months and bringing home some of the treasures found on their outings.

Donna was a homemaker and took care of the books for her husband’s construction company.  She was a board member for the Manhattan Public Library and enjoyed playing bridge and golf with “the girls” on a weekly basis.  Donna was active in the Riley PTA while her daughter was in grade school and was instrumental in starting the book rental program.  She loved to knit and was a very accomplished seamstress.

She is survived by her daughter, Constance (Connie) Diskau of Riley; two grandsons, Jarrod Wege Sr. and wife Jennifer of Manhattan and Robert A. Wege and wife Heather of Newton; four great grandchildren, Jarrod Wege Jr., Jenna Wege and James Wege of Manhattan and Lakin Wege of Newton; one sister, Beverly Sundgren and husband Eldon of Leonardville; one sister-in-law, Elizabeth Specht of Topeka and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Leland Specht; three sisters, Ila Simons, Kaye Blodgett and Shirley Higgins and three brothers-in-law, Walter Simon, Duane Higgins and Warren Blodgett.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday.  Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Leonardville Nursing Home and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Donna Lee Diskau, age 90 of Riley, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.She was born on April 15, 1931 on a farm in Northern Riley County, the daughter of Paul and Myrtle (Simnitt) Specht.On May 19, 1949, she married Dean L. Diskau in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death April 27, 2002. Donna and Dean were best friends and partners. They enjoyed their yearly trips to Arizona during the winter months and bringing home some of the treasures found on their outings.Donna was a homemaker and took care of the books for her husband’s construction company. She was a board member for the Manhattan Public Library and enjoyed playing bridge and golf with “the girls” on a weekly basis. Donna was active in the Riley PTA while her daughter was in grade school and was instrumental in starting the book rental program. She loved to knit and was a very accomplished seamstress.She is survived by her daughter, Constance (Connie) Diskau of Riley; two grandsons, Jarrod Wege Sr. and wife Jennifer of Manhattan and Robert A. Wege and wife Heather of Newton; four great grandchildren, Jarrod Wege Jr., Jenna Wege and James Wege of Manhattan and Lakin Wege of Newton; one sister, Beverly Sundgren and husband Eldon of Leonardville; one sister-in-law, Elizabeth Specht of Topeka and many nieces and nephews.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Leland Specht; three sisters, Ila Simons, Kaye Blodgett and Shirley Higgins and three brothers-in-law, Walter Simon, Duane Higgins and Warren Blodgett.Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Leonardville Nursing Home and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Donna Lee Diskau

Terry Jon (Hoop) Hooper, age 58, of Manhattan, died June 4, 2021, at Good Shepherd Hospice House. He was born October 7, 1962 at Memorial Hospital, Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas. The son of J. Lester and Olive (Shoup) Hooper. He grew up in Keats, Riley, Clay Center and Manhattan, Kansas. Terry attended Riley Grade School, Clay Center Garfield Grade School, McKinley Middle School, Marlatt Elementary School, Manhattan Junior High School, and Manhattan High School (1980). He graduated in 1981 from Manhattan Area Vocational Technical School in Auto Mechanics. As a child, he was a member of Cub Scouts and Webelos. He played tee-ball, baseball, and football. He was baptized and confirmed a member of the First United Methodist Church of Manhattan. During his high school years, he worked on refurbishing an antique auto body frame and later built a work truck. Terry worked for Murdock Chevrolet, Bob’s Glass, Powell Brothers’ Plumbing, installed solar panels, Cheney Construction, and Marker Brothers’ Construction, among others. He started TJH Handyman business and built his shop building. He was proud of his tools, equipment, and vehicles. Terry became a registered general contractor. His wide range of knowledge about construction and carpentry was utilized in building many houses, commercial buildings, cabinetry, handicap ramps, decks, fences, and sheds. He even built furniture. He was a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local #2 and the Fraternal Order of United Commercial Travelers. As an adult, Terry helped coach his friend’s daughter’s tee-ball team. He enjoyed fishing with his friends. Terry was a good son who for many years helped his parents with their vegetable garden. He enjoyed the rose bushes by his back door. Friday evenings were spent with his friends. Family gatherings were important to Terry. A woodburning stove was a relaxing and cost-effective way to spend a winter evening. Over the years Terry had dogs and cats as his special buddies. Cooking was something he learned from his mother. He was good at making meals in the slow cooker. The parents and siblings enjoyed his specialties of, from scratch, cherry cheesecake and lasagna. Having a sense of humor and being a loyal friend were traits he had throughout his life. Terry loved being at his home. The youngest of 5 siblings, he was their little “buddy” and grew into a good friend to them. Terry helped the family with many automobile and handyman chores, imparting much knowledge on these subjects in the hopes they would be able to accomplish these tasks when he was not available. Terry worked very hard in his life to succeed in overcoming various adversities and roadblocks. He was a hard worker as an employee and in his own handyman business. He treated customers fairly and gave them quality workmanship. Terry is survived by his siblings: Joy (Mike) Barnett, Scott City, KS; Sherri Hooper, Manhattan, KS; Wendy (Gary) Skrdlant, Manhattan, KS; and sister-in-law Marcia (Bart) Bahret, Valley Falls, KS. Uncles and Aunts: George (Cornelia) Hooper, Washington, D.C.; Keith (Karen) Hooper, Northville, MI; and Norma (Dean) Lowell, Redwood City, CA. Nieces and Nephews: Jennifer (Bill) Murphy, Scott City, KS; Maranda Barnett, Scott City, KS; Olivia (John) Lehmann, Westphalia, KS; Jonathan Skrdlant, Topeka, KS; Joseph Hooper, Irving, TX; and Marisa (John) King, Englewood, OH. Great Nephews: Ashdynn and Kyzer Lehmann, Westphalia, KS. Many cousins and friends. He was proceeded in death by his parents, his brother, J. Lester Hooper, Jr., and his Uncles and Aunts Leland (Velma) Shoup; and Ronald (Marlene) Shoup. Private family services will be held at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Kevin Larson officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The funeral service may be viewed through the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home Facebook page at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 11th. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 10th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Terry Jon (Hoop) Hooper, age 58, of Manhattan, died June 4, 2021, at Good Shepherd Hospice House. He was born October 7, 1962 at Memorial Hospital, Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas. The son of J. Lester and Olive (Shoup) Hooper. He grew up in Keats, Riley, Clay Center and Manhattan, Kansas. Terry attended Riley Grade School, Clay Center Garfield Grade School, McKinley Middle School, Marlatt Elementary School, Manhattan Junior High School, and Manhattan High School (1980). He graduated in 1981 from Manhattan Area Vocational Technical School in Auto Mechanics. As a child, he was a member of Cub Scouts and Webelos. He played tee-ball, baseball, and football. He was baptized and confirmed a member of the First United Methodist Church of Manhattan. During his high school years, he worked on refurbishing an antique auto body frame and later built a work truck. Terry worked for Murdock Chevrolet, Bob’s Glass, Powell Brothers’ Plumbing, installed solar panels, Cheney Construction, and Marker Brothers’ Construction, among others. He started TJH Handyman business and built his shop building. He was proud of his tools, equipment, and vehicles. Terry became a registered general contractor. His wide range of knowledge about construction and carpentry was utilized in building many houses, commercial buildings, cabinetry, handicap ramps, decks, fences, and sheds. He even built furniture. He was a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local #2 and the Fraternal Order of United Commercial Travelers. As an adult, Terry helped coach his friend’s daughter’s tee-ball team. He enjoyed fishing with his friends. Terry was a good son who for many years helped his parents with their vegetable garden. He enjoyed the rose bushes by his back door. Friday evenings were spent with his friends. Family gatherings were important to Terry. A woodburning stove was a relaxing and cost-effective way to spend a winter evening. Over the years Terry had dogs and cats as his special buddies. Cooking was something he learned from his mother. He was good at making meals in the slow cooker. The parents and siblings enjoyed his specialties of, from scratch, cherry cheesecake and lasagna. Having a sense of humor and being a loyal friend were traits he had throughout his life. Terry loved being at his home. The youngest of 5 siblings, he was their little “buddy” and grew into a good friend to them. Terry helped the family with many automobile and handyman chores, imparting much knowledge on these subjects in the hopes they would be able to accomplish these tasks when he was not available. Terry worked very hard in his life to succeed in overcoming various adversities and roadblocks. He was a hard worker as an employee and in his own handyman business. He treated customers fairly and gave them quality workmanship. Terry is survived by his siblings: Joy (Mike) Barnett, Scott City, KS; Sherri Hooper, Manhattan, KS; Wendy (Gary) Skrdlant, Manhattan, KS; and sister-in-law Marcia (Bart) Bahret, Valley Falls, KS. Uncles and Aunts: George (Cornelia) Hooper, Washington, D.C.; Keith (Karen) Hooper, Northville, MI; and Norma (Dean) Lowell, Redwood City, CA. Nieces and Nephews: Jennifer (Bill) Murphy, Scott City, KS; Maranda Barnett, Scott City, KS; Olivia (John) Lehmann, Westphalia, KS; Jonathan Skrdlant, Topeka, KS; Joseph Hooper, Irving, TX; and Marisa (John) King, Englewood, OH. Great Nephews: Ashdynn and Kyzer Lehmann, Westphalia, KS. Many cousins and friends. He was proceeded in death by his parents, his brother, J. Lester Hooper, Jr., and his Uncles and Aunts Leland (Velma) Shoup; and Ronald (Marlene) Shoup. Private family services will be held at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Kevin Larson officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The funeral service may be viewed through the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home Facebook page at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 11th. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 10th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Terry Jon (Hoop) Hooper

Jarold’s life began on March 13, 1938, the son of Jerry Anton and Esther Anna (Essig) Barta in Salina, Kansas. He graduated from Salina High Class of 1956 and attended one year of college at Kansas Wesleyan in Salina. He married Donna Marie McCullough on September 1, 2001 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.&nbsp;

He was a salesman for Pepsi, owned an A &amp; W, Frigid Queen, a motel, City Plumbing and Miss Lizzy’s. He enjoyed working, was a member of First Christian Church where he was a trustee. He was also a Chamber of Commerce Board and Motel Board member. He and Donna enjoyed traveling around the country and Turkey.

His loving family includes his wife of the home; daughter and her husband Rhonda and Robert Woods of Woodbridge, Virginia; stepchildren, Jennifer Del Rio (Alex) of Wichita, Kansas, Ellen Spencer (Chuck), Jeremy Thiessen and Jason Thiessen all of Potwin, Kansas; grandchildren, Michael, Victoria, Valerie, Adrian and Aja.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Russell Barta and a sister, Katherine Heck. Jarold passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the age of 83 years old.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 12, at 1:30 p.m. at the First Christian Church, 15 S. 1st Street, Herington. Interment will be held at the Bennington Cemetery in Bennington, Kansas at 4:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Gideons International in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, Kansas 67449.&nbsp;

Jarold’s life began on March 13, 1938, the son of Jerry Anton and Esther Anna (Essig) Barta in Salina, Kansas. He graduated from Salina High Class of 1956 and attended one year of college at Kansas Wesleyan in Salina. He married Donna Marie McCullough on September 1, 2001 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.&nbsp;He was a salesman for Pepsi, owned an A &amp; W, Frigid Queen, a motel, City Plumbing and Miss Lizzy’s. He enjoyed working, was a member of First Christian Church where he was a trustee. He was also a Chamber of Commerce Board and Motel Board member. He and Donna enjoyed traveling around the country and Turkey.His loving family includes his wife of the home; daughter and her husband Rhonda and Robert Woods of Woodbridge, Virginia; stepchildren, Jennifer Del Rio (Alex) of Wichita, Kansas, Ellen Spencer (Chuck), Jeremy Thiessen and Jason Thiessen all of Potwin, Kansas; grandchildren, Michael, Victoria, Valerie, Adrian and Aja.He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Russell Barta and a sister, Katherine Heck. Jarold passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the age of 83 years old.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 12, at 1:30 p.m. at the First Christian Church, 15 S. 1st Street, Herington. Interment will be held at the Bennington Cemetery in Bennington, Kansas at 4:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be directed to Gideons International in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, Kansas 67449.&nbsp;

Jarold Arthur Barta - March 13, 1938-June 6, 2021 (age 83)

A memorial service for Dale Edward Burris, former resident of Junction City will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021 at the First Baptist Church, Junction City.&nbsp; Visitation will take place 30 minutes prior to the memorial service at the church. The family has asked memorial donations be made to the Geary County 4-H Senior Center or the First Baptist Church of Junction City.

Dale, 83,&nbsp; passed away November 15, 2020 at The Crossings at Flower Mound in Flower Mound, Texas.

Dale was born June 19, 1937, in Junction City, Kansas, to Marvin and Grace (Huston) Burris.  

He graduated from Junction City High School in 1955. 

Dale married Nancy Weak on June 7, 1964 in Abilene, Kansas.  They had two children Rodney and Jennifer.

He worked a variety of jobs including volunteer fireman for Geary County and Township trustee for Smokey Hill Township. In 1993, Dale retired as a Civil Service employee from Fort Riley.  He was a 40 plus year member of First Baptist Church, Junction City, where he served as deacon, trustee, Sunday School teacher, Youth Director, and Awana Commander.  

He is survived by one son, Rodney Burris, of The Colony, Texas; one daughter, Jennifer Crossman, of Junction City, Kansas; three sisters, Susie Parsons and Nancy (Ron) Metz both of Michigan, Helen Hartung of Wichita, Kansas, one brother, Carl Burris of Clay Center, Kansas, one sister-in-law Michiko Burris of Junction City, Kansas and four grandchildren, Kyle, Cody, Nathan and Rebecca.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Grace Burris, his wife, Nancy Burris and two brothers, Earl Burris and Derrell Burris.

A memorial service for Dale Edward Burris, former resident of Junction City will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021 at the First Baptist Church, Junction City.&nbsp; Visitation will take place 30 minutes prior to the memorial service at the church. The family has asked memorial donations be made to the Geary County 4-H Senior Center or the First Baptist Church of Junction City.Dale, 83,&nbsp; passed away November 15, 2020 at The Crossings at Flower Mound in Flower Mound, Texas.Dale was born June 19, 1937, in Junction City, Kansas, to Marvin and Grace (Huston) Burris. He graduated from Junction City High School in 1955. Dale married Nancy Weak on June 7, 1964 in Abilene, Kansas. They had two children Rodney and Jennifer.He worked a variety of jobs including volunteer fireman for Geary County and Township trustee for Smokey Hill Township. In 1993, Dale retired as a Civil Service employee from Fort Riley. He was a 40 plus year member of First Baptist Church, Junction City, where he served as deacon, trustee, Sunday School teacher, Youth Director, and Awana Commander. He is survived by one son, Rodney Burris, of The Colony, Texas; one daughter, Jennifer Crossman, of Junction City, Kansas; three sisters, Susie Parsons and Nancy (Ron) Metz both of Michigan, Helen Hartung of Wichita, Kansas, one brother, Carl Burris of Clay Center, Kansas, one sister-in-law Michiko Burris of Junction City, Kansas and four grandchildren, Kyle, Cody, Nathan and Rebecca.He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Grace Burris, his wife, Nancy Burris and two brothers, Earl Burris and Derrell Burris.

Dale Edward Burris

Catherine "Cathy" Jane Kiefer, 60, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, July 10, 2021, at the Johnson Funeral Home. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the memorial service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Boy Scout's of America or to the National Kidney Foundation. Cathy was born December 21, 1960 in Junction City, KS the daughter of Albert and Beverly (Edney) Lichtenhan. She graduated from the Junction City High School with the class of 1979. After graduating from high school, she went to work for United Telephone Company in Junction City. She later went to work for Footlocker. Due to health reasons, she retired from Footlocker in 2000. She married Xavier "Buster" Kiefer February 27, 1981 in Junction City, KS.

Survivors include her loving husband Xavier of the home in Junction City; one son, Tyler Kiefer and his finace Becca Willis of Omaha, NE; one daughter Ashley Kiefer and her fiance Curtis Coates of Junction City, KS; one brother Ronald Lichtenhan and family of Manhattan, KS; two sisters, Marie Hance and her husband Mike of Council Bluffs, IA and Patty Aska and her husband Cecil of Junction City, KS; three brother-in-laws Wayne Heller and his wife Roxie of Junction City, KS and Terry Heller and wife wife Sue of Old Fort, N.C. and Gary Yelton of Auxasse, MO; one sister-in-law Jenny Noah and her husband Donald, Sr. of Olathe, KS; one grandchild on the way in October and a host of aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; father and mother-in-law Willis and Delia (Demars) Kiefer, brother Dennis Lichtenhan and sister Christine Lichtenhan; brother-in-law Larry Heller and sister-in-law Debbie Yelton.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Catherine "Cathy" Jane Kiefer, 60, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, July 10, 2021, at the Johnson Funeral Home. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the memorial service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Boy Scout's of America or to the National Kidney Foundation. Cathy was born December 21, 1960 in Junction City, KS the daughter of Albert and Beverly (Edney) Lichtenhan. She graduated from the Junction City High School with the class of 1979. After graduating from high school, she went to work for United Telephone Company in Junction City. She later went to work for Footlocker. Due to health reasons, she retired from Footlocker in 2000. She married Xavier "Buster" Kiefer February 27, 1981 in Junction City, KS.Survivors include her loving husband Xavier of the home in Junction City; one son, Tyler Kiefer and his finace Becca Willis of Omaha, NE; one daughter Ashley Kiefer and her fiance Curtis Coates of Junction City, KS; one brother Ronald Lichtenhan and family of Manhattan, KS; two sisters, Marie Hance and her husband Mike of Council Bluffs, IA and Patty Aska and her husband Cecil of Junction City, KS; three brother-in-laws Wayne Heller and his wife Roxie of Junction City, KS and Terry Heller and wife wife Sue of Old Fort, N.C. and Gary Yelton of Auxasse, MO; one sister-in-law Jenny Noah and her husband Donald, Sr. of Olathe, KS; one grandchild on the way in October and a host of aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; father and mother-in-law Willis and Delia (Demars) Kiefer, brother Dennis Lichtenhan and sister Christine Lichtenhan; brother-in-law Larry Heller and sister-in-law Debbie Yelton.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Catherine "Cathy" Jane Kiefer

Julia Herman, 63 of Abilene passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 at Wakefield Care &amp; Rehab. She was born June 22, 1957 in Kankakee, Illinois, the daughter of Merritt and Grace (Massey) Kinsman. On December 24, 2014 she was united in marriage to Mark Herman in Abilene. Most of her life Julia worked as a certified nurse’s aide.

 She is survived by her loving husband Mark of the home; Son, Nick Worthen (Hannah). Daughters, Amanda Haug (Kevin); Kristie Stover; One brother, David Kinsman (Linda); and a sister, Linda Kinsman. Julia also has 4 grandsons (Kaleb, Noa, Hunter, and Owen) and one granddaughter (Piper). She was preceded in death by her parents, son, David Worthen, brother, Randy Kinsman and a sister, Donna Raymond. 

The family has chosen cremation. A private graveside service will be held at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon for family and friends. The family would like to extend appreciation to the staff of Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation in Wakefield Kansas for the care given to Julia over the last 3 years and as her dementia progressed. We appreciate you more than you know. The family suggests memorials be given to the New Trail Fellowship Church. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Julia Herman, 63 of Abilene passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 at Wakefield Care &amp; Rehab. She was born June 22, 1957 in Kankakee, Illinois, the daughter of Merritt and Grace (Massey) Kinsman. On December 24, 2014 she was united in marriage to Mark Herman in Abilene. Most of her life Julia worked as a certified nurse’s aide. She is survived by her loving husband Mark of the home; Son, Nick Worthen (Hannah). Daughters, Amanda Haug (Kevin); Kristie Stover; One brother, David Kinsman (Linda); and a sister, Linda Kinsman. Julia also has 4 grandsons (Kaleb, Noa, Hunter, and Owen) and one granddaughter (Piper). She was preceded in death by her parents, son, David Worthen, brother, Randy Kinsman and a sister, Donna Raymond. The family has chosen cremation. A private graveside service will be held at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon for family and friends. The family would like to extend appreciation to the staff of Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation in Wakefield Kansas for the care given to Julia over the last 3 years and as her dementia progressed. We appreciate you more than you know. The family suggests memorials be given to the New Trail Fellowship Church. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Julia Herman

Service:&nbsp; Thursday, June 10th, 2021,&nbsp; 10:00a.m., Lewis Cemetery, Ramona, Kansas.

Arrangements:&nbsp;Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home 414 NW Third Street, Abilene, KS,&nbsp; 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;785-263-1414

Service:&nbsp; Thursday, June 10th, 2021,&nbsp; 10:00a.m., Lewis Cemetery, Ramona, Kansas.Officiant:&nbsp; Reverend Clark Davis.Arrangements:&nbsp;Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home 414 NW Third Street, Abilene, KS,&nbsp; 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;785-263-1414

Betty Stenzel - February 27th, 1931- June 1st, 2021

Muriel A. Wyman, 95 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born in Sutphen, Kansas January 4, 1926, the daughter of Marvin and Alice (Picking) Gfeller. In 1942 Muriel was united in marriage to Arthur Eye. They later divorced. He preceded her in death in 1979. She was later united in marriage to Kenneth Wyman in 1962. He preceded her in death in February of 2015. Muriel was a housewife. She was a lifelong member of the VFW, an avid doll collector and enjoyed playing bingo.

 Muriel is survived by her son Daniel Eye and wife Dana of Abilene: Daughter, Cheryl Tyler and husband Martin of Abilene. Four grandchildren: Michael Fuller, Missy Blacketer, Marcy Reiff and Matthew Tyler. Seven great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and one sister, Mary Widler. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Arthur and Kenneth, one sister, Lt. Colonel Helen Gfeller, a brother, Platoon Sgt. John Gfeller and daughter-in-law, Sheryl Eye.

 The family has chosen cremation. Graveside services for Muriel will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman Officiating. Interment will take place at the Abilene City Cemetery.

 In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.&nbsp; Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to either Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene ,Kansas 67410 or Daniel Eye, 505 NW 6th ST., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Muriel A. Wyman, 95 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born in Sutphen, Kansas January 4, 1926, the daughter of Marvin and Alice (Picking) Gfeller. In 1942 Muriel was united in marriage to Arthur Eye. They later divorced. He preceded her in death in 1979. She was later united in marriage to Kenneth Wyman in 1962. He preceded her in death in February of 2015. Muriel was a housewife. She was a lifelong member of the VFW, an avid doll collector and enjoyed playing bingo. Muriel is survived by her son Daniel Eye and wife Dana of Abilene: Daughter, Cheryl Tyler and husband Martin of Abilene. Four grandchildren: Michael Fuller, Missy Blacketer, Marcy Reiff and Matthew Tyler. Seven great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and one sister, Mary Widler. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Arthur and Kenneth, one sister, Lt. Colonel Helen Gfeller, a brother, Platoon Sgt. John Gfeller and daughter-in-law, Sheryl Eye. The family has chosen cremation. Graveside services for Muriel will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman Officiating. Interment will take place at the Abilene City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.&nbsp; Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to either Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene ,Kansas 67410 or Daniel Eye, 505 NW 6th ST., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Muriel A. Wyman

Donna Lee Diskau, age 90 of Riley, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

She was born on April 15, 1931 on a farm in Northern Riley County, the daughter of Paul and Myrtle (Simnitt) Specht.

On May 19, 1949, she married Dean L. Diskau in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.  He preceded her in death April 27, 2002.  Donna and Dean were best friends and partners.  They enjoyed their yearly trips to Arizona during the winter months and bringing home some of the treasures found on their outings.

Donna was a homemaker and took care of the books for her husband’s construction company.  She was a board member for the Manhattan Public Library and enjoyed playing bridge and golf with “the girls” on a weekly basis.  Donna was active in the Riley PTA while her daughter was in grade school and was instrumental in starting the book rental program.  She loved to knit and was a very accomplished seamstress.



She is survived by her daughter, Constance (Connie) Diskau of Riley; two grandsons, Jarrod Wege Sr. and wife Jennifer of Manhattan and Robert A. Wege and wife Heather of Newton; four great grandchildren, Jarrod Wege Jr., Jenna Wege and James Wege of Manhattan and Lakin Wege of Newton; one sister, Beverly Sundgren and husband Eldon of Leonardville; one sister-in-law, Elizabeth Specht of Topeka and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Leland Specht; three sisters, Ila Simons, Kaye Blodgett and Shirley Higgins and three brothers-in-law, Walter Simon, Duane Higgins and Warren Blodgett.


Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Leonardville Nursing Home and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Donna Lee Diskau, age 90 of Riley, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

She was born on April 15, 1931 on a farm in Northern Riley County, the daughter of Paul and Myrtle (Simnitt) Specht.

On May 19, 1949, she married Dean L. Diskau in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death April 27, 2002. Donna and Dean were best friends and partners. They enjoyed their yearly trips to Arizona during the winter months and bringing home some of the treasures found on their outings.

Donna was a homemaker and took care of the books for her husband’s construction company. She was a board member for the Manhattan Public Library and enjoyed playing bridge and golf with “the girls” on a weekly basis. Donna was active in the Riley PTA while her daughter was in grade school and was instrumental in starting the book rental program. She loved to knit and was a very accomplished seamstress.

She is survived by her daughter, Constance (Connie) Diskau of Riley; two grandsons, Jarrod Wege Sr. and wife Jennifer of Manhattan and Robert A. Wege and wife Heather of Newton; four great grandchildren, Jarrod Wege Jr., Jenna Wege and James Wege of Manhattan and Lakin Wege of Newton; one sister, Beverly Sundgren and husband Eldon of Leonardville; one sister-in-law, Elizabeth Specht of Topeka and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Leland Specht; three sisters, Ila Simons, Kaye Blodgett and Shirley Higgins and three brothers-in-law, Walter Simon, Duane Higgins and Warren Blodgett.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 11, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Leonardville Nursing Home and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Bruce Edward Marshall, 82, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2021, surrounded by his wife and three children.

Bruce was born on June 19, 1938, to Orris and Dorothy Marshall in Clay Center, Kansas. He grew up on a farm just outside the city in a house built by his great-grandfather. His only sibling, Keith, had been stillborn, so Bruce was raised as an only child but maintained close relationships with many cousins throughout his life. He enjoyed playing the baritone with a small orchestral group in his high school and graduated near the top of his class.

His family was devout and attended church any time the doors were open, and as Bruce grew older, he took a leadership role in the Conference Methodist Youth Fellowship. His grandmother Tippin had a particularly strong influence on his faith and had long desired for Bruce to become a minister, but Bruce himself didn’t feel the call to ministry until his freshman year of college. After receiving an English degree with a minor in religion and philosophy from Kansas Wesleyan College, Bruce went on to attend seminary at Drew Theological School in New Jersey where he received his Master of Divinity.

Bruce had grown up attending the same small church in Clay Center with his future wife Janice, but they didn’t begin dating until college. Once they were together, however, it didn’t take them long to know they wanted to get married. Bruce sold his baritone to buy Janice a diamond ring, and they became engaged on February 13, 1959. They married later that year on August 30. Together, they had three children, David, Stephen, and Becky, and formed a strong ministry team as they served in the United Methodist Church for 39 years. In total, Bruce pastored at ten churches, primarily in his home state of Kansas.

After being diagnosed with Meniere’s Disease, Bruce retired in 1998, and he and Janice moved to Olathe, Kansas and lived near their daughter Becky and her family. They enjoyed several trips together, including a trip to New England to see the fall foliage, one to California for the Rose Bowl, and one to Arizona to meet their great-granddaughter, Audrey.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Orris and Dorothy Marshall, and brother, Keith Marshall. He is survived by his wife, Janice Marshall; his children, David (Brenda) Marshall, Stephen (DeAnna) Marshall, and Becky (Jon) Burrell; his grandchildren Chris (Ginger) Marshall, Ruthie Burrell, Jamie (Matt) Meier, Joel Burrell, Josh (Haley) Marshall, Nathan (Heather) Marshall, Isaac Burrell, and Lydia Burrell; and his great-granddaughter Audrey Marshall; as well as numerous cousins and friends.

I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. – Galatians 2:20

The family requests that any memorial donations be made to Kansas Wesleyan University c/o the funeral home

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Burial:&nbsp;Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;June 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

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>

Bruce Edward Marshall, 82, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2021, surrounded by his wife and three children.Bruce was born on June 19, 1938, to Orris and Dorothy Marshall in Clay Center, Kansas. He grew up on a farm just outside the city in a house built by his great-grandfather. His only sibling, Keith, had been stillborn, so Bruce was raised as an only child but maintained close relationships with many cousins throughout his life. He enjoyed playing the baritone with a small orchestral group in his high school and graduated near the top of his class.His family was devout and attended church any time the doors were open, and as Bruce grew older, he took a leadership role in the Conference Methodist Youth Fellowship. His grandmother Tippin had a particularly strong influence on his faith and had long desired for Bruce to become a minister, but Bruce himself didn’t feel the call to ministry until his freshman year of college. After receiving an English degree with a minor in religion and philosophy from Kansas Wesleyan College, Bruce went on to attend seminary at Drew Theological School in New Jersey where he received his Master of Divinity.Bruce had grown up attending the same small church in Clay Center with his future wife Janice, but they didn’t begin dating until college. Once they were together, however, it didn’t take them long to know they wanted to get married. Bruce sold his baritone to buy Janice a diamond ring, and they became engaged on February 13, 1959. They married later that year on August 30. Together, they had three children, David, Stephen, and Becky, and formed a strong ministry team as they served in the United Methodist Church for 39 years. In total, Bruce pastored at ten churches, primarily in his home state of Kansas.After being diagnosed with Meniere’s Disease, Bruce retired in 1998, and he and Janice moved to Olathe, Kansas and lived near their daughter Becky and her family. They enjoyed several trips together, including a trip to New England to see the fall foliage, one to California for the Rose Bowl, and one to Arizona to meet their great-granddaughter, Audrey.Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Orris and Dorothy Marshall, and brother, Keith Marshall. He is survived by his wife, Janice Marshall; his children, David (Brenda) Marshall, Stephen (DeAnna) Marshall, and Becky (Jon) Burrell; his grandchildren Chris (Ginger) Marshall, Ruthie Burrell, Jamie (Matt) Meier, Joel Burrell, Josh (Haley) Marshall, Nathan (Heather) Marshall, Isaac Burrell, and Lydia Burrell; and his great-granddaughter Audrey Marshall; as well as numerous cousins and friends.I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. – Galatians 2:20The family requests that any memorial donations be made to Kansas Wesleyan University c/o the funeral homeFuneral Services:&nbsp;Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSMinister:&nbsp;Pastor Eric RookBurial:&nbsp;Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KSVisitation:&nbsp;June 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeThe 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>

Bruce Edward Marshall

Helen Eileen Clark, 101, of Manhattan, Kansas, went to her heavenly home Thursday, June 3, 2021. Helen was born October 3, 1919, in Lovington, Illinois to the late Agnes Lela (Gharst) and Albert Brown. She graduated from Hammond High School and later attended business college in Decatur, Illinois. She married Jewell Aden Washburn on August 17, 1943, in Vancouver, Washington. After Jewell passed away in April 1973, Helen wedded Floyd Hinton Clark on July 19, 1975. Helen served as executive secretary to the president of Manhattan Federal Savings and Loan Company for 18 years. She was a member of College Heights Baptist Church, Man-Kan Campers, The Order of the Eastern Star, and the D.A.V. Auxillary. Helen was a faithful churchgoer, taught Sunday School, Bible classes, and served in many church activities. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, making photo albums, traveling the country RV camping, playing dominoes, croquet, and cards. Helen is survived by her daughter Judy Breymeyer of Edmond, Oklahoma, and son, Roger (Sue) Washburn of Centennial, Colorado; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by the Clark sons; Clinton (Renee) Clark of Chapman, Kansas, Russell (Jackie) Clark of Eldorado, Kansas, and daughters Gloria (Allen) Quinlan of Olathe, Kansas, and Deana (Dale) Foster of Manhattan, Kansas; 15 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Charles Brown and Jack Morris, and her daughter Sally Jane Smith-Cottrell. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen Eileen Clark, 101, of Manhattan, Kansas, went to her heavenly home Thursday, June 3, 2021. Helen was born October 3, 1919, in Lovington, Illinois to the late Agnes Lela (Gharst) and Albert Brown. She graduated from Hammond High School and later attended business college in Decatur, Illinois. She married Jewell Aden Washburn on August 17, 1943, in Vancouver, Washington. After Jewell passed away in April 1973, Helen wedded Floyd Hinton Clark on July 19, 1975. Helen served as executive secretary to the president of Manhattan Federal Savings and Loan Company for 18 years. She was a member of College Heights Baptist Church, Man-Kan Campers, The Order of the Eastern Star, and the D.A.V. Auxillary. Helen was a faithful churchgoer, taught Sunday School, Bible classes, and served in many church activities. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, making photo albums, traveling the country RV camping, playing dominoes, croquet, and cards. Helen is survived by her daughter Judy Breymeyer of Edmond, Oklahoma, and son, Roger (Sue) Washburn of Centennial, Colorado; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by the Clark sons; Clinton (Renee) Clark of Chapman, Kansas, Russell (Jackie) Clark of Eldorado, Kansas, and daughters Gloria (Allen) Quinlan of Olathe, Kansas, and Deana (Dale) Foster of Manhattan, Kansas; 15 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Charles Brown and Jack Morris, and her daughter Sally Jane Smith-Cottrell. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen Eileen Clark

Rosie Clarice Barnes, 88, of Manhattan, passed away Friday, June 4th, 2021.&nbsp; No services are scheduled at this time as it was her wish to have her body donated to science.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rosie Clarice Barnes, 88, of Manhattan, passed away Friday, June 4th, 2021.&nbsp; No services are scheduled at this time as it was her wish to have her body donated to science.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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