Betty Jean Campbell, longtime resident and business-woman in Manhattan, died Friday, March 12 of natural causes at age 95. She was born January 30, 1926 in Wamego, KS, the daughter of Harold Augustus and Edna Hutchinson Mertz. She grew up on the family farm in Zeandale, KS, attending schools in Zeandale and Wamego. She attended Kansas State College earning a degree in Home Economics. She married the late Forest D. Campbell on June 6, 1948. Together they operated Campbell’s Gifts at 5th and Poyntz in Manhattan for 53 years. Betty operated it alone for 20 years to age 80 after Forest’s death in 1985. She was known and loved by many in the Manhattan area for the quality and friendliness of Campbell’s Gifts and many Manhattan residents have prized objects in their homes from her store. The store was a prominent establishment, registering over a thousand brides and employing many Manhattanites. She had an extremely strong work ethic, instilled by her father’s philosophy of, if there’s a job to do, it needs to be done right. She was devoted to her friends and extended family in the Manhattan area and to her children and grandchildren across the country. After a lifetime in the Zeandale, Wamego, and Manhattan communities and 50 years in business she was a friend to many, greeting people by name even in her decline and remembering details about their families. She was a member of PEO and was a post-graduation member of the Chi Omega sorority. She was a strong supporter of Kansas State University athletics, music and art. She was preceded in death by her brother Harold Mertz of Zeandale. She is survived by a brother, Jake (Carole) Mertz of Topeka; two daughters, Rebecca (Craig) Price of Carmel, Indiana; and Rhonda (David) Miller of Brentwood, Tennessee; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grand-children. Visitation will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021 at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A private interment will be in Wamego Cemetery Saturday morning. A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church of Manhattan at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021. Memorial funds may be contributed to the Riley County 4-H Foundation. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Betty Jean Campbell, longtime resident and business-woman in Manhattan, died Friday, March 12 of natural causes at age 95. She was born January 30, 1926 in Wamego, KS, the daughter of Harold Augustus and Edna Hutchinson Mertz. She grew up on the family farm in Zeandale, KS, attending schools in Zeandale and Wamego. She attended Kansas State College earning a degree in Home Economics. She married the late Forest D. Campbell on June 6, 1948. Together they operated Campbell’s Gifts at 5th and Poyntz in Manhattan for 53 years. Betty operated it alone for 20 years to age 80 after Forest’s death in 1985. She was known and loved by many in the Manhattan area for the quality and friendliness of Campbell’s Gifts and many Manhattan residents have prized objects in their homes from her store. The store was a prominent establishment, registering over a thousand brides and employing many Manhattanites. She had an extremely strong work ethic, instilled by her father’s philosophy of, if there’s a job to do, it needs to be done right. She was devoted to her friends and extended family in the Manhattan area and to her children and grandchildren across the country. After a lifetime in the Zeandale, Wamego, and Manhattan communities and 50 years in business she was a friend to many, greeting people by name even in her decline and remembering details about their families. She was a member of PEO and was a post-graduation member of the Chi Omega sorority. She was a strong supporter of Kansas State University athletics, music and art. She was preceded in death by her brother Harold Mertz of Zeandale. She is survived by a brother, Jake (Carole) Mertz of Topeka; two daughters, Rebecca (Craig) Price of Carmel, Indiana; and Rhonda (David) Miller of Brentwood, Tennessee; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grand-children. Visitation will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021 at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A private interment will be in Wamego Cemetery Saturday morning. A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church of Manhattan at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021. Memorial funds may be contributed to the Riley County 4-H Foundation. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Betty Jean Campbell

Kirk’s life began on June 22, 1960 in Herington.&nbsp; He was the son of David “Dutch” and Mary Lou (Clore) Greenemeyer.&nbsp; Kirk was a 1978 graduate of Herington High School, where he wrestled, played football, and baseball.&nbsp; He was an engineer on the Union Pacific Railroad and loved to drive trains.&nbsp;

Kirk was well known for being hilarious and having the brightest smile. He loved his kids and grandkids. Kirk coached his children in wrestling, baseball and football.&nbsp; Kirk was a Chief’s fan, the KU Jayhawks and the LA Dodgers.&nbsp; He was a fisherman and enjoyed playing golf.&nbsp;

Kirk’s greatest joy was his family which includes his wife Valarie Greenemeyer of Herington; children Kaleb Greenemeyer of Kansas City, Lindsey Greenemeyer of Kansas City, James Murphy of Herington, Daniel Murphy of Greenville, NC, and Cecelia Murphy of Abilene; grandchildren Kaidyn and Adilynn Greenemeyer and Brayden and Weston Risinger; his siblings Leslie (Colleen) Greenemeyer of Salina, Tony Greenemeyer of Salina and Tracy (George) Trego of Princess Anne, MD.&nbsp;

Kirk passed away on March 13, 2021 at home, surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Tina Greenemeyer and granddaughter Fiona Murphy.&nbsp;

His family will gather with friends on Wednesday, March 17th&nbsp; from 5-8 p.m. at the Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; His Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 18th at 11 a.m.&nbsp; Kirk will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kirk’s life began on June 22, 1960 in Herington.&nbsp; He was the son of David “Dutch” and Mary Lou (Clore) Greenemeyer.&nbsp; Kirk was a 1978 graduate of Herington High School, where he wrestled, played football, and baseball.&nbsp; He was an engineer on the Union Pacific Railroad and loved to drive trains.&nbsp;Kirk was well known for being hilarious and having the brightest smile. He loved his kids and grandkids. Kirk coached his children in wrestling, baseball and football.&nbsp; Kirk was a Chief’s fan, the KU Jayhawks and the LA Dodgers.&nbsp; He was a fisherman and enjoyed playing golf.&nbsp;Kirk’s greatest joy was his family which includes his wife Valarie Greenemeyer of Herington; children Kaleb Greenemeyer of Kansas City, Lindsey Greenemeyer of Kansas City, James Murphy of Herington, Daniel Murphy of Greenville, NC, and Cecelia Murphy of Abilene; grandchildren Kaidyn and Adilynn Greenemeyer and Brayden and Weston Risinger; his siblings Leslie (Colleen) Greenemeyer of Salina, Tony Greenemeyer of Salina and Tracy (George) Trego of Princess Anne, MD.&nbsp;Kirk passed away on March 13, 2021 at home, surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Tina Greenemeyer and granddaughter Fiona Murphy.&nbsp;His family will gather with friends on Wednesday, March 17th&nbsp; from 5-8 p.m. at the Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; His Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 18th at 11 a.m.&nbsp; Kirk will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kirk Greenemeyer - June 22, 1960-March 13, 2021 (age 60)

Ronald’s life began on April 26, 1940, the son of Elmer and Lula (Rempel) Dyck in Newton, Kansas. He graduated from Berean Academy in 1959 and then attended trade schools. He married Genevieve Grace Penner on October 18, 1975 in Hutchinson, Kansas. Ron was a member of Newton Bible Church, an electrician for Harms Electric and Greenway Electric, and he also enjoyed woodworking.

His loving family includes his wife, “Genny” of 45 years; son, Jonathan (Susie) Duke of Grinnell, Iowa; daughters, Christina Burke of Jacksonville, Florida, Heidi Norris of Grinnell, Iowa and Johanna Spencer of Newton, Kansas; 7 grandchildren, Katie and Joey Burke, Dash, Audrey, Lyla and Hemingway Norris and Weston Duke.

He was preceded in death by his parents. Ron passed away peacefully into his Savior’s arms on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at the age of 80 years old.

His family will gather with friends on Friday, March 19, from 5-7 p.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater, Kansas. The family will have a private burial in Pleasant View Cemetery in Elbing, Kansas. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 20, at 2:00 p.m. at Newton Bible Church, 900 Old Main Street, Newton, Kansas with Pastor Matt Kruse officiating.

Memorial contributions in Ron’s name may be directed to Source of Light Kansas in care of Lamb Funeral Home. P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Ronald’s life began on April 26, 1940, the son of Elmer and Lula (Rempel) Dyck in Newton, Kansas. He graduated from Berean Academy in 1959 and then attended trade schools. He married Genevieve Grace Penner on October 18, 1975 in Hutchinson, Kansas. Ron was a member of Newton Bible Church, an electrician for Harms Electric and Greenway Electric, and he also enjoyed woodworking.His loving family includes his wife, “Genny” of 45 years; son, Jonathan (Susie) Duke of Grinnell, Iowa; daughters, Christina Burke of Jacksonville, Florida, Heidi Norris of Grinnell, Iowa and Johanna Spencer of Newton, Kansas; 7 grandchildren, Katie and Joey Burke, Dash, Audrey, Lyla and Hemingway Norris and Weston Duke.He was preceded in death by his parents. Ron passed away peacefully into his Savior’s arms on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at the age of 80 years old.His family will gather with friends on Friday, March 19, from 5-7 p.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater, Kansas. The family will have a private burial in Pleasant View Cemetery in Elbing, Kansas. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 20, at 2:00 p.m. at Newton Bible Church, 900 Old Main Street, Newton, Kansas with Pastor Matt Kruse officiating.Memorial contributions in Ron’s name may be directed to Source of Light Kansas in care of Lamb Funeral Home. P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Donald L Dyck - April 26, 1940-March 13, 2021 (age 80)

Joseph "Joe" B. Wesoloski, 78, of Junction City, KS, passed away on March 5, 2021. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements,

A Memorial Service is scheduled for May 14, 2020, 1:00 p.m., at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery,5 181 Wildcat Creek Rd, Manhattan, KS 66503.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the Junction City Friends of Animals,P.O. Box 580, Junction City, KS, 66441.

Joe was born on June 16, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to Joseph H. and Aileen (Stein) Wesoloski. He graduated from Jefferson High School and joined the United States Army soon after on May 31, 1960. He served honorable for three years receiving the Good Conduct Medal and the Safety Driver's Badge. Joe met Constance Rarick and they married on January 8, 1967 in Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania. Together, they moved to Junction City, Kansas, and raised their young family. Joe worked for the City of Junction City as an Animal Control Officer for over fifteen years. He had an amazing talent with animals and loved his job.&nbsp;&nbsp; Joe had many interests and hobbies, but above all he was a loving husband, caring father adoring grandfather, and loyal friend.

He is survived by his loving family: his wife, Constance of Junction City, KS; his two sons, Joseph H. (Mary) Wesoloski and Scott Wesoloski, both of Junction City, KS; his grandson, Daniel Wesoloski of Junction City, KS; two brothers, Tom (Teresa) Wesoloski of Junction City, KS, and George (Penny) Wesoloski of Mocksville, NC; and a host of loving family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and his two sons Ralph C. Walker, Jr. and Johnny Walker.

Update:Joseph "Joe" B. Wesoloski, 78, of Junction City, KS, passed away on March 5, 2021. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements, A Memorial Service is scheduled for May 14, 2020, 1:00 p.m., at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery,5 181 Wildcat Creek Rd, Manhattan, KS 66503.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Junction City Friends of Animals,P.O. Box 580, Junction City, KS, 66441. Joe was born on June 16, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to Joseph H. and Aileen (Stein) Wesoloski. He graduated from Jefferson High School and joined the United States Army soon after on May 31, 1960. He served honorable for three years receiving the Good Conduct Medal and the Safety Driver's Badge. Joe met Constance Rarick and they married on January 8, 1967 in Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania. Together, they moved to Junction City, Kansas, and raised their young family. Joe worked for the City of Junction City as an Animal Control Officer for over fifteen years. He had an amazing talent with animals and loved his job.&nbsp;&nbsp; Joe had many interests and hobbies, but above all he was a loving husband, caring father adoring grandfather, and loyal friend.He is survived by his loving family: his wife, Constance of Junction City, KS; his two sons, Joseph H. (Mary) Wesoloski and Scott Wesoloski, both of Junction City, KS; his grandson, Daniel Wesoloski of Junction City, KS; two brothers, Tom (Teresa) Wesoloski of Junction City, KS, and George (Penny) Wesoloski of Mocksville, NC; and a host of loving family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and his two sons Ralph C. Walker, Jr. and Johnny Walker.

Joseph "Joe" B. Wesoloski

Ruth Anne Carlson, 78, Junction City, KS, died Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 19, 2021, at Highland Cemetery 703 W. Ash Street Junction City, KS, with Pastor Tim Maguffee officiating. In lieu of flowers or live plants, the family suggests memorial contributions are to be given to the First Presbyterian Church or to the Junction City YMCA. Ruth Anne was born October 27, 1942, in Junction City, KS, the daughter of O. H. “Bud” and Aretta Belle (née Zumbrunn) Walker. She has resided in Junction City her entire life. Her father, Bud, was killed in an accident when Ruth Anne was very young. Her mother remarried Bill Bitterlin. Her mother and step-father preceded her in death. She married John H. Carlson June 3, 1962 at the First Presbyterian Church in Junction City. He preceded her in death on May 29, 2009. Ruth Anne was a Loan Processor for many years at Central National Bank. She also worked for Mid America Machine. Ruth Anne was a member of the Geary County Historical Museum, YMCA Board of Directors and the First Presbyterian Church where she served as an elder, deacon and chancel choir member. She graduated from the Junction City High School with the class of 1960. Survivors include one sister-in-law, Annie Guilmett; two nieces, Cleo Ney Hanna and Kay Lynn Dickson Jacob; four nephews, Dean Guilmett, Walter Ney, Eric Ney and Dennis Dickson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ruth Anne Carlson, 78, Junction City, KS, died Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 19, 2021, at Highland Cemetery 703 W. Ash Street Junction City, KS, with Pastor Tim Maguffee officiating. In lieu of flowers or live plants, the family suggests memorial contributions are to be given to the First Presbyterian Church or to the Junction City YMCA. Ruth Anne was born October 27, 1942, in Junction City, KS, the daughter of O. H. “Bud” and Aretta Belle (née Zumbrunn) Walker. She has resided in Junction City her entire life. Her father, Bud, was killed in an accident when Ruth Anne was very young. Her mother remarried Bill Bitterlin. Her mother and step-father preceded her in death. She married John H. Carlson June 3, 1962 at the First Presbyterian Church in Junction City. He preceded her in death on May 29, 2009. Ruth Anne was a Loan Processor for many years at Central National Bank. She also worked for Mid America Machine. Ruth Anne was a member of the Geary County Historical Museum, YMCA Board of Directors and the First Presbyterian Church where she served as an elder, deacon and chancel choir member. She graduated from the Junction City High School with the class of 1960. Survivors include one sister-in-law, Annie Guilmett; two nieces, Cleo Ney Hanna and Kay Lynn Dickson Jacob; four nephews, Dean Guilmett, Walter Ney, Eric Ney and Dennis Dickson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ruth Anne Carlson

Doris Marcine Wingerson, 100, died March 3, 2021, in Portland, OR.&nbsp; Born in Clay Center, KS, she was the daughter of Richard August and Johanna Dorothea (aka Dora) (Obenland) Brueggemann.&nbsp; Always identifying as an educator, Doris, at 17, initiated a long-term relationship with Tri-Sigma while starting college at Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia, Emporia, KS.&nbsp; She began teaching kindergarten and primary grades at age 19.&nbsp; After teaching a few years, she returned to get her BA, then again taught until she married George Charles Wingerson in 1949.&nbsp; The couple had three children, Georgann Dorthe, Jon Richard (Ricky), and Dane Kurt.&nbsp; Doris and George divorced in1984.

Doris was molded by the years she lived in KS, 1921 - 1962.&nbsp; Most of those years, she spent growing up in Clay Center or raising her family in Hill City.&nbsp; She always felt close to her identical twin, Dorothy, and nieces Doris Caryl and Sally, Jayhawkers all.&nbsp; Though she only returned to KS for visits, KS remained her soul.

Doris lived from 1966 – 2010 in Idaho Falls, ID.&nbsp; She developed long-term friendships with those she met in the League of Women Voters and the American Association of University Women.&nbsp; For years, she weekly volunteered with the Lutheran Braille Workers. She attended Hope Lutheran Church and was well and lovingly supported by the ministry and congregants.&nbsp; Her wonderful neighbors always looked out for her.&nbsp; Her physician, Eric Wingerson, DO, went above and beyond to assure her wellness and safety.&nbsp; Friends delighted in being among a long list of people whom she would call, delivering her unique birthday greetings.&nbsp; All would agree that Doris was a “character.”

Survivors include daughter Georgann, son Dane, grandson Andy, and granddaughter Mary.&nbsp;

Doris was preceded in death by her son Ricky, 1956; her former husband George, 2001; and her sister Dorothy, 2013.&nbsp;

A private graveside service will be held in Clay Center, KS in the autumn.&nbsp;

No memorials are requested.&nbsp; Doris would ask that all spend their funds to go to school and be educated.&nbsp;

A kiss on the forehead goes to everyone who cared for “the little ol’ lady on Tendoy,” as she cheerfully called herself.&nbsp;

Doris Marcine Wingerson, 100, died March 3, 2021, in Portland, OR.&nbsp; Born in Clay Center, KS, she was the daughter of Richard August and Johanna Dorothea (aka Dora) (Obenland) Brueggemann.&nbsp; Always identifying as an educator, Doris, at 17, initiated a long-term relationship with Tri-Sigma while starting college at Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia, Emporia, KS.&nbsp; She began teaching kindergarten and primary grades at age 19.&nbsp; After teaching a few years, she returned to get her BA, then again taught until she married George Charles Wingerson in 1949.&nbsp; The couple had three children, Georgann Dorthe, Jon Richard (Ricky), and Dane Kurt.&nbsp; Doris and George divorced in1984.Doris was molded by the years she lived in KS, 1921 - 1962.&nbsp; Most of those years, she spent growing up in Clay Center or raising her family in Hill City.&nbsp; She always felt close to her identical twin, Dorothy, and nieces Doris Caryl and Sally, Jayhawkers all.&nbsp; Though she only returned to KS for visits, KS remained her soul.Doris lived from 1966 – 2010 in Idaho Falls, ID.&nbsp; She developed long-term friendships with those she met in the League of Women Voters and the American Association of University Women.&nbsp; For years, she weekly volunteered with the Lutheran Braille Workers. She attended Hope Lutheran Church and was well and lovingly supported by the ministry and congregants.&nbsp; Her wonderful neighbors always looked out for her.&nbsp; Her physician, Eric Wingerson, DO, went above and beyond to assure her wellness and safety.&nbsp; Friends delighted in being among a long list of people whom she would call, delivering her unique birthday greetings.&nbsp; All would agree that Doris was a “character.”Survivors include daughter Georgann, son Dane, grandson Andy, and granddaughter Mary.&nbsp;Doris was preceded in death by her son Ricky, 1956; her former husband George, 2001; and her sister Dorothy, 2013.&nbsp;A private graveside service will be held in Clay Center, KS in the autumn.&nbsp;No memorials are requested.&nbsp; Doris would ask that all spend their funds to go to school and be educated.&nbsp;A kiss on the forehead goes to everyone who cared for “the little ol’ lady on Tendoy,” as she cheerfully called herself.&nbsp;

Doris Marcine Wingerson

Raymond Gill, age 79, died March 13, 2021 in Clay Center, KS. He was born to Fred and Hazel (Kahrs) Gill on May 18, 1941 in Clyde, KS. Raymond was raised in Clifton and was a graduate of Clifton High School. After graduating he joined the Navy. Raymond returned to the Clay County area after his time in the Navy. He met and married Linda Moody during this time and they moved to Washington State.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on March 10, 2000.&nbsp; Raymond moved back to Kansas and made his home in Green in 2008. He was a member of&nbsp; the Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union. Raymond loved to camp, fish and watch old westerns. He is preceded in death by his father; son, Ethan and daughter, Tia.

11 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren

Services:&nbsp;No services are planned at this time

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Raymond Gill Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Raymond Gill, age 79, died March 13, 2021 in Clay Center, KS. He was born to Fred and Hazel (Kahrs) Gill on May 18, 1941 in Clyde, KS. Raymond was raised in Clifton and was a graduate of Clifton High School. After graduating he joined the Navy. Raymond returned to the Clay County area after his time in the Navy. He met and married Linda Moody during this time and they moved to Washington State.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on March 10, 2000.&nbsp; Raymond moved back to Kansas and made his home in Green in 2008. He was a member of&nbsp; the Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union. Raymond loved to camp, fish and watch old westerns. He is preceded in death by his father; son, Ethan and daughter, Tia.Survivors:Mother: Hazel Kahrs of Clifton, KSDaughter: Kelly Summers of Shelton, WASister: Pat Johnson of ColoradoBrother: Dean Gill of Newton, KSBrother: Curtis Gill of Oklahoma11 Grandchildren and 8 Great GrandchildrenServices:&nbsp;No services are planned at this timeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Raymond Gill Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Raymond Gill

Alan M. Berggren, 81, passed away in Lindsborg March 12, 2021, surrounded by family.

He was born April 5, 1939 in Clay Center to Harlan and Hanna (Pearson) Berggren. He graduated from Clay Center High School in 1956. He later graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Nuclear Engineering. He worked at GT Manufacturing and was a lifelong farmer. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, travelling and spending time with his family. He checked the Dispatch obituaries daily to make sure he wasn’t in them. His sense of humor was well known and evident to the last.

He is preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Steve Berggren.

Survivors include one son, Tim Berggren (Robin) of Lindsborg and two daughters Lana Bergman (Paul) of Arlington Heights, IL and Jan Scharping (Brian) of Wichita. Brother David Berggren (Shirley) of Clay Center, grandchildren Shane (Holly) Berggren, Jacob Berggren, April (Matt) Faulkner, Harry (Carrie) Bergman, Heather (Cody) Baldwin, Megan (Forrest) Jenkins, Eric Scharping and Nicholas Scharping. Great grandchildren Josie, Lyric and August Berggren, Ben and Nolan Faulkner and Charlie Bergman plus many other family and friends.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 18 from 3-8 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center.&nbsp; Graveside services and burial will be held at 2:00 p.mm. Friday, March 19 at 2:00 at Swedesburg First Lutheran Church, Morganville.

Memorials may be made to the Alan Berggren memorial fund c/o the funeral home and will be designated at a later date.

Golfers are encouraged to play a round in his memory on Saturday, March 20 or at their convenience.

His family would like to sincerely thank Kindred Hospice for their care and service and also show tremendous appreciation to Holly Berggren for her love, compassion, professionalism and dedication to Grandpa in his final weeks.

Alan M. Berggren, 81, passed away in Lindsborg March 12, 2021, surrounded by family.He was born April 5, 1939 in Clay Center to Harlan and Hanna (Pearson) Berggren. He graduated from Clay Center High School in 1956. He later graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Nuclear Engineering. He worked at GT Manufacturing and was a lifelong farmer. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, travelling and spending time with his family. He checked the Dispatch obituaries daily to make sure he wasn’t in them. His sense of humor was well known and evident to the last.He is preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Steve Berggren.Survivors include one son, Tim Berggren (Robin) of Lindsborg and two daughters Lana Bergman (Paul) of Arlington Heights, IL and Jan Scharping (Brian) of Wichita. Brother David Berggren (Shirley) of Clay Center, grandchildren Shane (Holly) Berggren, Jacob Berggren, April (Matt) Faulkner, Harry (Carrie) Bergman, Heather (Cody) Baldwin, Megan (Forrest) Jenkins, Eric Scharping and Nicholas Scharping. Great grandchildren Josie, Lyric and August Berggren, Ben and Nolan Faulkner and Charlie Bergman plus many other family and friends.Visitation will be Thursday, March 18 from 3-8 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center.&nbsp; Graveside services and burial will be held at 2:00 p.mm. Friday, March 19 at 2:00 at Swedesburg First Lutheran Church, Morganville.Memorials may be made to the Alan Berggren memorial fund c/o the funeral home and will be designated at a later date.Golfers are encouraged to play a round in his memory on Saturday, March 20 or at their convenience.His family would like to sincerely thank Kindred Hospice for their care and service and also show tremendous appreciation to Holly Berggren for her love, compassion, professionalism and dedication to Grandpa in his final weeks.

Alan M. Berggren

Gary Lynn Hall Sr. age 64, died March 11, 2021. He was born to Glenn and Kathryn (Langdon) Hall in Carthage, New York on February 15, 1957. Gary was born and raised in New York and was a 1975 graduate of Indian River High School in New York.&nbsp; He was a marine veteran and worked for Schillings Construction for several years.&nbsp; Gary was a huge movie collector and Jeff Gordon fan. He also had a collection of eagles and marine memorabilia. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Son: Gary Jr.(Tenderlea) Hall of Arkansas City, KS

Son: Charles (Nicole) Hall of Tupper Lake, NY

Son: Gary M. (Patricia) Hall of Watertown, NY

Sister: Robin (Donald) Gillette of Jacksonville, FL

Brother: Wayne (Julie) Hall of Watertown, NY

Sister: Cindy (Mark) Schermerhorn of Harrisville, NY

7 Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews

Memorials:&nbsp;Gary Hall Sr. Memorial c/o the funeral home

Gary Lynn Hall Sr. age 64, died March 11, 2021. He was born to Glenn and Kathryn (Langdon) Hall in Carthage, New York on February 15, 1957. Gary was born and raised in New York and was a 1975 graduate of Indian River High School in New York.&nbsp; He was a marine veteran and worked for Schillings Construction for several years.&nbsp; Gary was a huge movie collector and Jeff Gordon fan. He also had a collection of eagles and marine memorabilia. He is preceded in death by his parents.Survivors:Son: Gary Jr.(Tenderlea) Hall of Arkansas City, KSSon: Charles (Nicole) Hall of Tupper Lake, NYSon: Corey Hall of Gouverneur, NYSon: Gary M. (Patricia) Hall of Watertown, NYSon: Dustin Hall of Sackets Harbor, NYSister: Robin (Donald) Gillette of Jacksonville, FLSister: Kelly Hall of Wamego, KSBrother: Wayne (Julie) Hall of Watertown, NYSister: Cindy (Mark) Schermerhorn of Harrisville, NYBrother: Chris Fikes of Wamego, KS7 Grandchildren and several nieces and nephewsMemorials:&nbsp;Gary Hall Sr. Memorial c/o the funeral home

Gary Lynn Hall Sr. 

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 Deborah 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.&nbsp; 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 Hoffert; 3 brothers, Raphael, Delafield, and Arthur.

Daughter: Heather Straub of Clay Center, 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

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at the Clay Center United Methodist Church Family Life Center.

Private Inurnment will be held at a later date.

Visitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, March 17, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

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

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 Deborah 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.&nbsp; 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 Hoffert; 3 brothers, Raphael, Delafield, and Arthur.Survivors:Son: Darin Straub of Canfield, OHDaughter: Heather Straub of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Sarah 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, MOFuneral Services:&nbsp;Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at the Clay Center United Methodist Church Family Life Center.Private Inurnment will be held at a later date.Visitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, March 17, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Utility Park Zoo c/o funeral home.

Al Straub

Donald Maurice Rasmussen, 80, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, in Manhattan, KS. Don was born October 23, 1940 in Quinter, Kansas and grew up on a farm near Mingo, KS. Don attended Kansas State University and graduated with a degree in chemical engineering, leading him to a 35 year career with the Union Carbide Corporation. While in college, he met the love of his life, Beatrice Martin, and they married in 1961. Their special love carried them through many adventures, bringing them five daughters, while living all over the world. It was his great joy to be able to celebrate his and Bea’s 60th wedding anniversary in February. His curious mind and adventurous spirit led him to pursue many hobbies, with a particular love for the outdoors, including backpacking, hunting, fishing, billiards, astronomy, running, woodworking, golfing, gardening and, of course, cheering on the Kansas State Wildcats. Don was diagnosed with Parkinson disease in 2004. He fought his disease bravely for 17 years, while advocating for others along the way as an active participant of the Parkinson’s program at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, KS. Don is preceded in death by his father, Maurice Rasmussen, mother, Myrtle Rasmussen, and daughter, Dawn Dee Rasmussen. Don leaves behind family who love him dearly: wife, Bea Rasmussen, sisters Judy (Gary) Moore, Diane (John) Lovitt; children: Sherri Ramussen, Kerri (Evan) Burns, Cindy (Frank) Barker, Tammy Lynn Rasmussen; grandchildren: James (Dana) Mace, Amanda (Tyler) Fitzgerald, Ally Flanary, Andrea Flanary, Natalie (Jon) Otto, Melanie Bach; six great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, relatives in Denmark, and many friends both at Meadowlark and all over the country. Thank you, Don/Dad/Grandpa, for your loving example to follow. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 3:00pm at First United Methodist Church , 612 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan, KS. The family requests donations in honor of Don be made to The Meadowlark Foundation with “Parkinson’s Program” in the memo or The Good Shepherd Foundation. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Maurice Rasmussen, 80, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, in Manhattan, KS. Don was born October 23, 1940 in Quinter, Kansas and grew up on a farm near Mingo, KS. Don attended Kansas State University and graduated with a degree in chemical engineering, leading him to a 35 year career with the Union Carbide Corporation. While in college, he met the love of his life, Beatrice Martin, and they married in 1961. Their special love carried them through many adventures, bringing them five daughters, while living all over the world. It was his great joy to be able to celebrate his and Bea’s 60th wedding anniversary in February. His curious mind and adventurous spirit led him to pursue many hobbies, with a particular love for the outdoors, including backpacking, hunting, fishing, billiards, astronomy, running, woodworking, golfing, gardening and, of course, cheering on the Kansas State Wildcats. Don was diagnosed with Parkinson disease in 2004. He fought his disease bravely for 17 years, while advocating for others along the way as an active participant of the Parkinson’s program at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, KS. Don is preceded in death by his father, Maurice Rasmussen, mother, Myrtle Rasmussen, and daughter, Dawn Dee Rasmussen. Don leaves behind family who love him dearly: wife, Bea Rasmussen, sisters Judy (Gary) Moore, Diane (John) Lovitt; children: Sherri Ramussen, Kerri (Evan) Burns, Cindy (Frank) Barker, Tammy Lynn Rasmussen; grandchildren: James (Dana) Mace, Amanda (Tyler) Fitzgerald, Ally Flanary, Andrea Flanary, Natalie (Jon) Otto, Melanie Bach; six great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, relatives in Denmark, and many friends both at Meadowlark and all over the country. Thank you, Don/Dad/Grandpa, for your loving example to follow. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 3:00pm at First United Methodist Church , 612 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan, KS. The family requests donations in honor of Don be made to The Meadowlark Foundation with “Parkinson’s Program” in the memo or The Good Shepherd Foundation. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Maurice Rasmussen

Ruth Mae Bieber, age 102, of Manhattan, died Wednesday March 10, 2021, at the Leonardville Nursing Home in Leonardville, Kansas. She was born on August 7, 1918 in Cass Lake Minnesota, the daughter of Samuel and Meta (Bonick) Lemke. Ruth attended the Lutheran Parochial School through the 7th grade and graduated from Cass Lake High School in 1936. Ruth then attended business college in Bemidji, Minnesota. Ruth loved to dance and she fell in love with Lester Bieber after catching his eye from across a dance floor. When Lester held up one finger asking her for the next dance, she cheekily responded with two. Once they were in each other’s arms they never let go and continued the dance for the rest of their lives. On September 21, 1941 in Federal Dam, Minnesota, she was united in marriage to Lester Bieber. They were blessed with three children, Carole, Lester Jr., and Bonnie. Her husband Lester Sr. preceded her in death in 2005. Ruth worked as a secretary for many years in numerous locations, including Walter Reed Army Medical Center, as her husband was in the military. Lester and Ruth lived all over the country, being a military family. However her favorite home was in Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico where they were surrounded by bamboo and banana trees. For three years the family loved to snorkel and go to the beach on Sundays. Ruth exuded modest elegance. This was reflected in her graceful handwriting and thoughtful letters. She had a beautiful sense of style that was sophisticated yet understated. With great ease she would crochet or knit items, both large and small, of which there were many. For years a basket full of yarn always sat next to her, just waiting for her to be moved to bless someone with a thoughtful handmade gift. She always managed to weave her limitless creativity with an abundance of love in every stitch. A woman of great faith, Ruth was a beloved member of Living Word Church. She loved to share her love of Christ in joyful knitting circles, or in quiet, more reflective moments. She lived a life full of gratitude for all things great and small. You never left Ruth’s home without a blessing or prayer. Ruth leaves behind a legacy of love. She was the proud grandmother to 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Dorothy Westling and Leafa Oshel. Ruth is survived by her children, Carole Vining (Claude), of Anchorage, Alaska, Bonnie Zack (Nick), and Lester Bieber Jr. (Victoria), both of Manhattan. Also, her 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Respect calls may be made from 12noon until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday March 17, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday March 18, 2021 at the Living Word Church, 2711 Amherst in Manhattan, with Pastor Jay Nider officiating. Interment will follow the services at the Fort Riley Post Cemetery, Fort Riley, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Living Word Church or Life Choice Ministries. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ruth Mae Bieber, age 102, of Manhattan, died Wednesday March 10, 2021, at the Leonardville Nursing Home in Leonardville, Kansas. She was born on August 7, 1918 in Cass Lake Minnesota, the daughter of Samuel and Meta (Bonick) Lemke. Ruth attended the Lutheran Parochial School through the 7th grade and graduated from Cass Lake High School in 1936. Ruth then attended business college in Bemidji, Minnesota. Ruth loved to dance and she fell in love with Lester Bieber after catching his eye from across a dance floor. When Lester held up one finger asking her for the next dance, she cheekily responded with two. Once they were in each other’s arms they never let go and continued the dance for the rest of their lives. On September 21, 1941 in Federal Dam, Minnesota, she was united in marriage to Lester Bieber. They were blessed with three children, Carole, Lester Jr., and Bonnie. Her husband Lester Sr. preceded her in death in 2005. Ruth worked as a secretary for many years in numerous locations, including Walter Reed Army Medical Center, as her husband was in the military. Lester and Ruth lived all over the country, being a military family. However her favorite home was in Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico where they were surrounded by bamboo and banana trees. For three years the family loved to snorkel and go to the beach on Sundays. Ruth exuded modest elegance. This was reflected in her graceful handwriting and thoughtful letters. She had a beautiful sense of style that was sophisticated yet understated. With great ease she would crochet or knit items, both large and small, of which there were many. For years a basket full of yarn always sat next to her, just waiting for her to be moved to bless someone with a thoughtful handmade gift. She always managed to weave her limitless creativity with an abundance of love in every stitch. A woman of great faith, Ruth was a beloved member of Living Word Church. She loved to share her love of Christ in joyful knitting circles, or in quiet, more reflective moments. She lived a life full of gratitude for all things great and small. You never left Ruth’s home without a blessing or prayer. Ruth leaves behind a legacy of love. She was the proud grandmother to 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Dorothy Westling and Leafa Oshel. Ruth is survived by her children, Carole Vining (Claude), of Anchorage, Alaska, Bonnie Zack (Nick), and Lester Bieber Jr. (Victoria), both of Manhattan. Also, her 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Respect calls may be made from 12noon until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday March 17, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday March 18, 2021 at the Living Word Church, 2711 Amherst in Manhattan, with Pastor Jay Nider officiating. Interment will follow the services at the Fort Riley Post Cemetery, Fort Riley, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Living Word Church or Life Choice Ministries. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ruth Mae Bieber

Cecilia Faye (Olds) Royer, 67, of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, March 11th.&nbsp; Cecilia was born in Holton, Kansas on May 26, 1953, a daughter of the late Virginia Louise (Dudley) Primm and Cecil Albert Olds. Cecilia Married Walter on April 26, 1975, and hand-stitched her own wedding dress, the couple made their home in Manhattan.&nbsp;Cecilia enjoyed going to the casinos on occasions throughout the years, on their 37th anniversary she hit six jackpots at one of the casinos in Topeka.&nbsp; She worked as a Binder at McCallPattern Company in Manhattan for 35 years and retired in 2008. &nbsp; Cecilia is survived by her husband of the home; two sisters, Sandra Elaine of Greenwood, Mississippi; Mary Olds, of Phoenix, Arizona; three brothers, Corrall Eugene of Oletha, Kansas; William Nelson, of Council Bluff, Iowa and Darrell Nelson of Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; Preceding her in death was her brother Frankie Olds.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at the Ogden Cemetery on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association.&nbsp;

Cecilia Faye (Olds) Royer, 67, of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, March 11th.&nbsp; Cecilia was born in Holton, Kansas on May 26, 1953, a daughter of the late Virginia Louise (Dudley) Primm and Cecil Albert Olds. Cecilia Married Walter on April 26, 1975, and hand-stitched her own wedding dress, the couple made their home in Manhattan.&nbsp;Cecilia enjoyed going to the casinos on occasions throughout the years, on their 37th anniversary she hit six jackpots at one of the casinos in Topeka.&nbsp; She worked as a Binder at McCallPattern Company in Manhattan for 35 years and retired in 2008. &nbsp; Cecilia is survived by her husband of the home; two sisters, Sandra Elaine of Greenwood, Mississippi; Mary Olds, of Phoenix, Arizona; three brothers, Corrall Eugene of Oletha, Kansas; William Nelson, of Council Bluff, Iowa and Darrell Nelson of Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; Preceding her in death was her brother Frankie Olds.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at the Ogden Cemetery on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association.&nbsp;

Cecilia Faye (Olds) Royer

Fred Tillisch ,78, died March 9, 2021.&nbsp; He was born on April 29, 1942 the son of Robert and Elizabeth (Roop) Tillisch.&nbsp; Fred served in the US Air Force.&nbsp; He married Else Meinardus on July 18, 1970.&nbsp; Fred was a mathematics teacher at Wakefield High School from 1971 until he retired in 2003.&nbsp; Else preceded him in death on June 27, 1997.&nbsp; Fred was active in the Wakefield VFW.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Charles and John Tillisch and sister, Martha Kesler.

Graveside Services:&nbsp;Monday, March 15, 2021 at 10:30AM at the Highland Cemetery in Wakefield, KS

Memorials:&nbsp; Organization of the donor's choice

Fred Tillisch ,78, died March 9, 2021.&nbsp; He was born on April 29, 1942 the son of Robert and Elizabeth (Roop) Tillisch.&nbsp; Fred served in the US Air Force.&nbsp; He married Else Meinardus on July 18, 1970.&nbsp; Fred was a mathematics teacher at Wakefield High School from 1971 until he retired in 2003.&nbsp; Else preceded him in death on June 27, 1997.&nbsp; Fred was active in the Wakefield VFW.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Charles and John Tillisch and sister, Martha Kesler.Survivors:Son: John Tillisch of Wakefield, KSGraveside Services:&nbsp;Monday, March 15, 2021 at 10:30AM at the Highland Cemetery in Wakefield, KSMinister:&nbsp;Rev. Todd BrittMemorials:&nbsp; Organization of the donor's choice

Frederick Tillisch

Jason Eric Bly, age 37, died on Monday March 8, 2021 in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on October 17, 1983 in Manhattan the son of David and Brenda (Bryant) Bly. He attended schools in Manhattan and graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 2002. Jason was a carpenter and musician. Jason was very well known for his big caring heart. He was very caring and compassionate with everyone he met but was also a big jokester. Music was a huge part of his life &amp; he enjoyed every aspect of it from singing, playing and writing songs. He also loved being in the outdoors, especially riding his motorcycles and being with his family and friends. Jason was also a very doting uncle to his nephew Nash. He loved teaching him things &amp; playing like kids. He was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his mother: Brenda of the home; one brother, Mike Bly and his wife Kellie of the home; one nephew Nash; one uncle Gary Bryant; two aunts: Karen Scrivano and Debbie Cooper; numerous cousins, other family members, and many, many friends. A Celebration of Jason’s Life will be held at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Lodge #2468, Manhattan, Kansas at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday March 20, 2021. Private inurnment will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Lodge #2468, Manhattan, Kansas in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jason Eric Bly, age 37, died on Monday March 8, 2021 in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on October 17, 1983 in Manhattan the son of David and Brenda (Bryant) Bly. He attended schools in Manhattan and graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 2002. Jason was a carpenter and musician. Jason was very well known for his big caring heart. He was very caring and compassionate with everyone he met but was also a big jokester. Music was a huge part of his life &amp; he enjoyed every aspect of it from singing, playing and writing songs. He also loved being in the outdoors, especially riding his motorcycles and being with his family and friends. Jason was also a very doting uncle to his nephew Nash. He loved teaching him things &amp; playing like kids. He was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his mother: Brenda of the home; one brother, Mike Bly and his wife Kellie of the home; one nephew Nash; one uncle Gary Bryant; two aunts: Karen Scrivano and Debbie Cooper; numerous cousins, other family members, and many, many friends. A Celebration of Jason’s Life will be held at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Lodge #2468, Manhattan, Kansas at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday March 20, 2021. Private inurnment will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Lodge #2468, Manhattan, Kansas in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jason Eric Bly

Deion Wendell Parker, age 26, of Manhattan, died March 6, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. He was born May 18, 1994, in Manhattan. Deion worked as a tree trimmer. Survivors include his parents Phillip Parker and Toshiko Brumfield. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 15th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deion Wendell Parker, age 26, of Manhattan, died March 6, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. He was born May 18, 1994, in Manhattan. Deion worked as a tree trimmer. Survivors include his parents Phillip Parker and Toshiko Brumfield. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 15th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deion Wendell Parker

Zona Gale Denton (Dennis) Sarff, 98, passed away on March 4, 2021. She was born on January 25, 1923, in Bladen, Nebraska. Her parents, Glenn and Maysel Denton moved to Haysham, Montana in 1924 where Glenn was principal of the school and athletics coach; and her mother taught in the elementary school. In 1937 the family moved to Miles City, Montana where her father was the Assistant Principal of Custer County High School. Zona Gale attended Montana State College until the beginning of World War II. She then worked at a newspaper office and taught dancing in Billings, Montana until going to Minneapolis to attend the Beck School of Radio. She worked in her hometown radio station as an announcer and continuity writer until 1946. She was married to Everett J. Dennis of the X slash J cattle ranch south of Miles City. In 1947 the couple attended her father's Alma Mater the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. Their first son Marcus James was born there in 1950. A move was made back to Montana in 1953 where son John Leonard was born in Bozeman. A need for an agronomist by the Methodist Church drew the family to the mission field in Brazil from 1954 to 1959, where they established a Rural Center in the interior state of Panama. Returning to the states in '59, and settling in Manhattan, Kansas, Zona Gale finished her B.A. degree in Modern Languages. She worked with the Peace Corps volunteers going to Brazil for two summers with the University of Florida. In 1969 the family moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where she pursued a Master's Degree in the Education of the Hearing Impaired, a goal she had, had for many years. After graduation, she taught at the Nebraska School for the Deaf, the Iowa School for the Deaf, and in 1972 headed up a pilot program in eight Nebraska counties for deaf children. In 1973 a move was made back to Manhattan, where she was an instructor of the Hearing Impaired for School District #383 and worked there until her retirement in 1991. Her husband was killed in an accident in his small plane in 1988. In 1990 she was reunited through a class reunion in Montana with her High School Sweetheart, Arlin Sarff,they married in 1991. He had worked for Boeing in Seattle for many years and the couple divided their time between Manhattan and Seattle for three years, then moved back here in 1994 to their home on the lake. Zona Gale was a member of the Kansas Speech and Hearing Association, the Convention of American Instructors of the Deaf, Kansas Educators of the Hearing Impaired, Soroptomist Club, Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority, and Phi Gamma Delta national fraternity for graduate women, Rho Chapter. She also served as President of Women's Aglow Fellowship in Manhattan from 1985 to 1989. She and Arlin moved to Meadowlark Hills retirement center in 2008. She served on the Spiritual Life Committee there for two years. She was a member of the First Methodist Church in Manhattan. She is survived by her two sons Marcus Dennis of York, Nebraska, and John Dennis of Los Angeles, California. Four grandchildren and one great-grandchild on the way. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Zona Gale Denton (Dennis) Sarff, 98, passed away on March 4, 2021. She was born on January 25, 1923, in Bladen, Nebraska. Her parents, Glenn and Maysel Denton moved to Haysham, Montana in 1924 where Glenn was principal of the school and athletics coach; and her mother taught in the elementary school. In 1937 the family moved to Miles City, Montana where her father was the Assistant Principal of Custer County High School. Zona Gale attended Montana State College until the beginning of World War II. She then worked at a newspaper office and taught dancing in Billings, Montana until going to Minneapolis to attend the Beck School of Radio. She worked in her hometown radio station as an announcer and continuity writer until 1946. She was married to Everett J. Dennis of the X slash J cattle ranch south of Miles City. In 1947 the couple attended her father's Alma Mater the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. Their first son Marcus James was born there in 1950. A move was made back to Montana in 1953 where son John Leonard was born in Bozeman. A need for an agronomist by the Methodist Church drew the family to the mission field in Brazil from 1954 to 1959, where they established a Rural Center in the interior state of Panama. Returning to the states in '59, and settling in Manhattan, Kansas, Zona Gale finished her B.A. degree in Modern Languages. She worked with the Peace Corps volunteers going to Brazil for two summers with the University of Florida. In 1969 the family moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where she pursued a Master's Degree in the Education of the Hearing Impaired, a goal she had, had for many years. After graduation, she taught at the Nebraska School for the Deaf, the Iowa School for the Deaf, and in 1972 headed up a pilot program in eight Nebraska counties for deaf children. In 1973 a move was made back to Manhattan, where she was an instructor of the Hearing Impaired for School District #383 and worked there until her retirement in 1991. Her husband was killed in an accident in his small plane in 1988. In 1990 she was reunited through a class reunion in Montana with her High School Sweetheart, Arlin Sarff,they married in 1991. He had worked for Boeing in Seattle for many years and the couple divided their time between Manhattan and Seattle for three years, then moved back here in 1994 to their home on the lake. Zona Gale was a member of the Kansas Speech and Hearing Association, the Convention of American Instructors of the Deaf, Kansas Educators of the Hearing Impaired, Soroptomist Club, Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority, and Phi Gamma Delta national fraternity for graduate women, Rho Chapter. She also served as President of Women's Aglow Fellowship in Manhattan from 1985 to 1989. She and Arlin moved to Meadowlark Hills retirement center in 2008. She served on the Spiritual Life Committee there for two years. She was a member of the First Methodist Church in Manhattan. She is survived by her two sons Marcus Dennis of York, Nebraska, and John Dennis of Los Angeles, California. Four grandchildren and one great-grandchild on the way. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Zona Gale  Sarff

Cecilia Faye (Olds) Royer, 67, of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, March 11th.&nbsp; Cecilia was born in Holton, Kansas on May 26, 1953, a daughter of the late Virginia Louise (Dudley) Primm and Cecil Albert Olds. Cecilia Married Walter on April 26, 1975, and hand-stitched her own wedding dress, the couple made their home in Manhattan.&nbsp;Cecilia enjoyed going to the casinos on occasions throughout the years, on their 37th anniversary she hit six jackpots at one of the casinos in Topeka.&nbsp; She worked as a Binder at McCallPattern Company in Manhattan for 35 years and retired in 2008. &nbsp; Cecilia is survived by her husband of the home; two sisters, Sandra Elaine of Greenwood, Mississippi; Mary Olds, of Phoenix, Arizona; three brothers, Corrall Eugene of Oletha, Kansas; William Nelson, of Council Bluff, Iowa and Darrell Nelson of Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; Preceding her in death was her brother Frankie Olds.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, between the hours of 5:30 pm-7:30 pm.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at the Ogden Cemetery on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 10:00 AM.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson’s Irvin-ParkviewFuneral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cecilia Faye (Olds) Royer, 67, of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, March 11th.&nbsp; Cecilia was born in Holton, Kansas on May 26, 1953, a daughter of the late Virginia Louise (Dudley) Primm and Cecil Albert Olds. Cecilia Married Walter on April 26, 1975, and hand-stitched her own wedding dress, the couple made their home in Manhattan.&nbsp;Cecilia enjoyed going to the casinos on occasions throughout the years, on their 37th anniversary she hit six jackpots at one of the casinos in Topeka.&nbsp; She worked as a Binder at McCallPattern Company in Manhattan for 35 years and retired in 2008. &nbsp; Cecilia is survived by her husband of the home; two sisters, Sandra Elaine of Greenwood, Mississippi; Mary Olds, of Phoenix, Arizona; three brothers, Corrall Eugene of Oletha, Kansas; William Nelson, of Council Bluff, Iowa and Darrell Nelson of Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; Preceding her in death was her brother Frankie Olds.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, between the hours of 5:30 pm-7:30 pm.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at the Ogden Cemetery on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 10:00 AM.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson’s Irvin-ParkviewFuneral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Billy L. Kraus, 91, of Alta Vista passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10th, 2021 at the Diversicare home in Council Grove. Born on the farm September 17, 1929 to Walter and Laura (Litke) Kraus, Bill attended rural Beman grade school and graduated from Alta Vista High. After graduation Bill remained on the farm until joining the Army where he served his country for 2 years as Corporal in Korea. Bill was a member of the American Legion Post #11 for sixty-nine years.

On June 18th, 1954 Bill married Lois E. Copeland. They were blessed with three wonderful children, Connie Fisher, Council Grove; Becky Bowen and husband Marc of Alta Vista; and Bruce Kraus and wife Dawn (Shelli) Kraus also of Alta Vista.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bill is also survived by six grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, and a host of friends of all ages.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bill and Lois raised their family on a farm they bought just up the road from Bill’s home where he could also continue to help his dad work the fields.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1966, Bill went to work for the local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, retiring from that position in December 1987.

Preceding him in death was his wife of 64 years, Lois Kraus, his parents, Walter and Laura (Litke) Kraus and his brother, Kenneth E Kraus.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, March 19th, at 11:00 a.m. at the Prairie View Cemetery, next to Emanuel Church, rural Alta Vista. There will be no visitation or funeral service held. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 or online at&nbsp;www.woundedwarriorsproject.org.

Billy L. Kraus, 91, of Alta Vista passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10th, 2021 at the Diversicare home in Council Grove. Born on the farm September 17, 1929 to Walter and Laura (Litke) Kraus, Bill attended rural Beman grade school and graduated from Alta Vista High. After graduation Bill remained on the farm until joining the Army where he served his country for 2 years as Corporal in Korea. Bill was a member of the American Legion Post #11 for sixty-nine years.On June 18th, 1954 Bill married Lois E. Copeland. They were blessed with three wonderful children, Connie Fisher, Council Grove; Becky Bowen and husband Marc of Alta Vista; and Bruce Kraus and wife Dawn (Shelli) Kraus also of Alta Vista.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bill is also survived by six grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, and a host of friends of all ages.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bill and Lois raised their family on a farm they bought just up the road from Bill’s home where he could also continue to help his dad work the fields.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1966, Bill went to work for the local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, retiring from that position in December 1987.Preceding him in death was his wife of 64 years, Lois Kraus, his parents, Walter and Laura (Litke) Kraus and his brother, Kenneth E Kraus.Graveside services will be held on Friday, March 19th, at 11:00 a.m. at the Prairie View Cemetery, next to Emanuel Church, rural Alta Vista. There will be no visitation or funeral service held. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 or online at&nbsp;www.woundedwarriorsproject.org.

Billy L. Kraus

&nbsp;Linnwood Lee Parry, 77, of Manhattan passed away with family at his side on Sunday, March 7, 2021. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, three grandchildren, and seven grandpets. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Linnwood Memorial Fund at KS State Bank. Due to Covid 19 restrictions, the service will be closed to the public but will be Streamed Live on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Carlsons-Irvin-Parkview-Funeral-Home-Cremation Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linnwood Lee Parry, 77, of Manhattan, KS passed away with family at his side on Sunday, March 7, 2021. Arrangements are currently pending in care of the Carlson's-Irvin-Parkview Funeral home.

&nbsp;Linnwood Lee Parry, 77, of Manhattan passed away with family at his side on Sunday, March 7, 2021. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, three grandchildren, and seven grandpets. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Linnwood Memorial Fund at KS State Bank. Due to Covid 19 restrictions, the service will be closed to the public but will be Streamed Live on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Carlsons-Irvin-Parkview-Funeral-Home-Cremation Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Linnwood Lee Parry, 77, of Manhattan, KS passed away with family at his side on Sunday, March 7, 2021. Arrangements are currently pending in care of the Carlson's-Irvin-Parkview Funeral home.

Linnwood L. Parry - 1944-2021

Jeffery Bernard Holiwell of Manhattan passed away on Tuesday, March 9th. Jeffery was born August 27, 1957, in Manhattan to the late Abraham and Marion (Baker) Holiwell. Jeffery graduated from the Manhattan schools in 1975. Following high school, he moved to Dallas, Texas, and worked for the Richardson School District. Mr. Holiwell returned to Manhattan and worked for Kansas State as a custodian, and for Prairie Cleaning Services. Jeffery loved walking when he was able to do so and enjoyed being outdoors. He was a huge sports enthusiast, specifically the Kansas City Chiefs. He was part of the 1974 Manhattan High School football team that won the 4A football championship and was a state wrestler in school as well. Jeffery is survived by life friend Jeanetta Cherenfant of Manhattan, Kansas; two sisters Josie Guliford of Garland, Texas and Susan Holiwell of Dallas, Texas; brothers Clyde (Janice) Holiwell of Topeka, Kansas, Dennis Holiwell of San Antonio, Texas; Rodney Holiwell of Anna, Texas, and Gary (Mary) Holiwell of Bedford, Texas. Jeffery is also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews, and numerous friends. Preceding him in death include his sister Patricia Mcquiller, and brothers Jerome and Kenneth. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeffery Bernard Holiwell of Manhattan passed away on Tuesday, March 9th. Jeffery was born August 27, 1957, in Manhattan to the late Abraham and Marion (Baker) Holiwell. Jeffery graduated from the Manhattan schools in 1975. Following high school, he moved to Dallas, Texas, and worked for the Richardson School District. Mr. Holiwell returned to Manhattan and worked for Kansas State as a custodian, and for Prairie Cleaning Services. Jeffery loved walking when he was able to do so and enjoyed being outdoors. He was a huge sports enthusiast, specifically the Kansas City Chiefs. He was part of the 1974 Manhattan High School football team that won the 4A football championship and was a state wrestler in school as well. Jeffery is survived by life friend Jeanetta Cherenfant of Manhattan, Kansas; two sisters Josie Guliford of Garland, Texas and Susan Holiwell of Dallas, Texas; brothers Clyde (Janice) Holiwell of Topeka, Kansas, Dennis Holiwell of San Antonio, Texas; Rodney Holiwell of Anna, Texas, and Gary (Mary) Holiwell of Bedford, Texas. Jeffery is also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews, and numerous friends. Preceding him in death include his sister Patricia Mcquiller, and brothers Jerome and Kenneth. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeffery B. Holiwell - August 27, 1957 - March 9, 2021

SFC (RET) Henry G. Martinez Sr., 72, of Junction City, KS, passed away on March 5, 2021, at Geary Community Hospital surrounded by family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Xavier Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m., Monday, March 15, 2021 with Fr. Martin Novitzky officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Visitation will be at Johnson Funeral Home on Sunday, March 14, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00&nbsp; p.m. with Rosary to be held at 6:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial contributions have been designated to the Boy Scouts of America, Troop #41, c/o St. Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington Street, Junction City, KS 66441. Henry was born on December 17, 1948 in Houston, Texas, to Eugenio and Ascension (Gonzales) Martinez. He grew up in Stafford, Texas with his eight sisters and five brothers. In July of 1967 at the young age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Army, as he was always intrigued by the military and wanted to be a soldier. He was stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas, and served in the Big Red One Infantry. During his service, he fought in the Vietnam War and honorably served in the military for 22 years. He earned many decorations and awards which include but are not limited to: Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star, Expert Infantryman Badge, Good Conduct Medal (7th Award), Army Achievement Medal with 2nd OLC, Army Commendation Medal with 1st OLC, and Meritorious Service Medal with 1st OLC. He married the love of his life, Mary (Castillo) Martinez, on October 21, 1967, in Stafford, Texas. They had four children and created their lives in Junction City, Kansas. Recently they celebrated 53 years of marriage. After his retirement from the United States Army, Henry went to work as Forming and Enrobing Supervisor (Nights) and Packing and Wrapping Supervisor (Days) at Russell Stover Chocolates in Abilene, KS, until his second retirement in 2018. Henry was a member of the American Legion of Junction City. In his spare time, he enjoyed doing lawn care, barbecuing, being a Boy Scouts of America Leader, and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Mary L. of Junction City, KS; son, Henry Martinez Jr. of Junction City, KS; three daughters, Tracy (Kris) Byman of Gallup, NM, Mary A. Martinez of Junction City, KS, and Mandy (Philip) Rametta of Lenexa, KS; three grandsons, Zachary Byman, Tyler Martinez, and Philip Rametta II; two granddaughters, Isabella Byman and Viviana Rametta; eight sisters, Maria, Juanita, Frances, Eugenia, Estella, Catarina, Paula, and JoAnn; one brother, Johnny; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugenio and Ascension Martinez; and four brothers, Jose Martinez, Eugenio Martinez Jr., David Martinez, and Michael Antonio Martinez.&nbsp;&nbsp;

SFC (RET) Henry G. Martinez Sr., 72, of Junction City, KS, passed away on March 5, 2021, at Geary Community Hospital surrounded by family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Xavier Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m., Monday, March 15, 2021 with Fr. Martin Novitzky officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Visitation will be at Johnson Funeral Home on Sunday, March 14, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00&nbsp; p.m. with Rosary to be held at 6:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial contributions have been designated to the Boy Scouts of America, Troop #41, c/o St. Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington Street, Junction City, KS 66441. Henry was born on December 17, 1948 in Houston, Texas, to Eugenio and Ascension (Gonzales) Martinez. He grew up in Stafford, Texas with his eight sisters and five brothers. In July of 1967 at the young age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Army, as he was always intrigued by the military and wanted to be a soldier. He was stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas, and served in the Big Red One Infantry. During his service, he fought in the Vietnam War and honorably served in the military for 22 years. He earned many decorations and awards which include but are not limited to: Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Star, Expert Infantryman Badge, Good Conduct Medal (7th Award), Army Achievement Medal with 2nd OLC, Army Commendation Medal with 1st OLC, and Meritorious Service Medal with 1st OLC. He married the love of his life, Mary (Castillo) Martinez, on October 21, 1967, in Stafford, Texas. They had four children and created their lives in Junction City, Kansas. Recently they celebrated 53 years of marriage. After his retirement from the United States Army, Henry went to work as Forming and Enrobing Supervisor (Nights) and Packing and Wrapping Supervisor (Days) at Russell Stover Chocolates in Abilene, KS, until his second retirement in 2018. Henry was a member of the American Legion of Junction City. In his spare time, he enjoyed doing lawn care, barbecuing, being a Boy Scouts of America Leader, and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Mary L. of Junction City, KS; son, Henry Martinez Jr. of Junction City, KS; three daughters, Tracy (Kris) Byman of Gallup, NM, Mary A. Martinez of Junction City, KS, and Mandy (Philip) Rametta of Lenexa, KS; three grandsons, Zachary Byman, Tyler Martinez, and Philip Rametta II; two granddaughters, Isabella Byman and Viviana Rametta; eight sisters, Maria, Juanita, Frances, Eugenia, Estella, Catarina, Paula, and JoAnn; one brother, Johnny; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugenio and Ascension Martinez; and four brothers, Jose Martinez, Eugenio Martinez Jr., David Martinez, and Michael Antonio Martinez.&nbsp;&nbsp;

SFC (RET) Henry G. Martinez Sr.

10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 16 Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel 1616 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, Kansas 66502

Inurnment with military honors will follow the service at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley

Funeral Service10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 16 Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel 1616 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, Kansas 66502 Inurnment with military honors will follow the service at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort RileyMemorial FundVFW Post 1786 - Manhattan, KS

Carl W. Brockman

Larry Dean Sump, 79, of Wamego, KS passed away March 6, 2021 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS.

&nbsp;On December 13, 1941 Larry was born to Elmer and Mary (Walker) Sump in Newton, KS.&nbsp; Larry graduated from Newton High School in 1959.&nbsp; He attended the University of Kansas before graduating from Kansas State University.&nbsp; On July 19, 1986 he was united in marriage with Loletta Ubel at the First Lutheran Church in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; In 1989, Larry and Loletta started L &amp; L Assessment and Counseling Center in Wamego.&nbsp; Larry worked as an addiction counselor for 38 years until he retired in 2017.

Larry was a KU fan at heart, but he ended up graduating from K-State with a bachelor’s degree.&nbsp; He ended up getting the best of both worlds with Kansas basketball and Kansas State football.&nbsp; Larry enjoyed fishing, especially at Lake Taneycomo, and gardening, even when his health was declining.&nbsp; He was also a well known cook in the household.&nbsp; His peppernut (Pfeffernusse)&nbsp;cookies were a family hit around Christmas.

&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of the home; two sons, Michael Sump, New York City, NY, and Mark Sump (Rosemary), Bethesda, MD; two step-children, Tonia Dick (John), Decater, IL, and Wayne Robert Kufahl (Kathy), Wamego, KS; nine grandchildren, Jackson Sump, Catherine Sump, Harrison Sump, Grant Dick, Danielle Dick, Kathryn Dick, Andrew Kufahl, William Kufahl and Elliana Kufahl; a sister, Janet Bartkoski (Terry), Leavenworth, KS; and his two cherished mutts, Cleo and Benji.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Richard W. Sump.

A Celebration of Life in honor of Larry will be held at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the American Diabetes Association and the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Larry Dean Sump, 79, of Wamego, KS passed away March 6, 2021 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;On December 13, 1941 Larry was born to Elmer and Mary (Walker) Sump in Newton, KS.&nbsp; Larry graduated from Newton High School in 1959.&nbsp; He attended the University of Kansas before graduating from Kansas State University.&nbsp; On July 19, 1986 he was united in marriage with Loletta Ubel at the First Lutheran Church in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; In 1989, Larry and Loletta started L &amp; L Assessment and Counseling Center in Wamego.&nbsp; Larry worked as an addiction counselor for 38 years until he retired in 2017.Larry was a KU fan at heart, but he ended up graduating from K-State with a bachelor’s degree.&nbsp; He ended up getting the best of both worlds with Kansas basketball and Kansas State football.&nbsp; Larry enjoyed fishing, especially at Lake Taneycomo, and gardening, even when his health was declining.&nbsp; He was also a well known cook in the household.&nbsp; His peppernut (Pfeffernusse)&nbsp;cookies were a family hit around Christmas.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of the home; two sons, Michael Sump, New York City, NY, and Mark Sump (Rosemary), Bethesda, MD; two step-children, Tonia Dick (John), Decater, IL, and Wayne Robert Kufahl (Kathy), Wamego, KS; nine grandchildren, Jackson Sump, Catherine Sump, Harrison Sump, Grant Dick, Danielle Dick, Kathryn Dick, Andrew Kufahl, William Kufahl and Elliana Kufahl; a sister, Janet Bartkoski (Terry), Leavenworth, KS; and his two cherished mutts, Cleo and Benji.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Richard W. Sump.A Celebration of Life in honor of Larry will be held at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the American Diabetes Association and the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter, and may be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Larry Sump

Keith Henry Lauer ascended to his heavenly home on Thursday, March 4th at Abilene Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 15, 1936 to Clarence &amp; Alma (Nagely) Lauer in Abilene. He attended Bell Valley, a one room school, in Holland, KS and Chapman High School graduating in the class of 1954. In high school his interests included FFA, playing trumpet in band and playing football. It was there a good friend, Dale, introduced Keith to his sister, Nadene. On August 5, 1956, Keith married his high school sweetheart, Nadene Correll, in McPherson, KS. His passion for agriculture started early in life. As a youth he was a member of the Holland Sunflowers 4-H Club. He participated in a variety of projects, but key was the opportunity to expand his livestock interests which paved the way for his profession. Years of 4-H work earned him a trip to the National 4-H Congress in Washington D.C. Throughout his life he remained supportive of the 4-H program and the Central Kansas Free Fair. As a young farmer Keith received one of the Outstanding Young Farmer awards. He was recognized as Builder of the Breed by the Shorthorn Association. Keith &amp; Nadene were a part of the Class of 1990 Kansas Master Farmer Homemakers. Keith and Nadene hosted multiple Shorthorn tour groups including the World Shorthorn Tour. In 2017 the National Western Stock Show dedicated the Shorthorn pen show to them. Keith received the Heritage Award from the American Shorthorn Association in 2019. Throughout his life Keith was an active member of the Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church where he served well on various boards and committees. He was called to be an Elder for many years. He served his community by being a board member for the Coop, County Extension Council, and township treasurer for 35 years. He served on the USD # 473 school board both at Rural Center and Chapman district for 15 years. Keith had a special love for his family. He enjoyed going to all his grandsons activities &amp;, later in life, enjoyed watching his great-grandchildren growing up. His smile and gentle ways will always be remembered by his family and many friends. Everybody who came to the farm left as Keith’s friend for life. Keith will be missed by his loving wife, Nadene; daughter, Rita Yoder (Ellis) of McPherson; grandsons Bradley Yoder (Erin) of Sabetha, Kevin Yoder (Brittney) of McPherson, and Lane Yoder of Memphis, TN; great-grandchildren Frankie, Gibson, Watson and Brooklynn; sisters Joyce Taylor, Enterprise and Ila Beemer (Duane), Abilene; brother Stanley Lauer (Leslie), Salina. Friends may sign the register book Wednesday and Thursday at the funeral home and until service time at the church. Services will be held Friday, March 12th at 1:30 p.m. at the Community Bible Church, Abilene. Wearing of masks by those attending, would be appreciated. Live-streaming of the service may be viewed on the church’s Facebook page. Burial will follow at the Greenlawn Cemetery near Mt. Pleasant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Memorials may be given to Mt. Pleasant Church, Sterling College or Family Life Today in care of Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Keith Henry Lauer ascended to his heavenly home on Thursday, March 4th at Abilene Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 15, 1936 to Clarence &amp; Alma (Nagely) Lauer in Abilene. He attended Bell Valley, a one room school, in Holland, KS and Chapman High School graduating in the class of 1954. In high school his interests included FFA, playing trumpet in band and playing football. It was there a good friend, Dale, introduced Keith to his sister, Nadene. On August 5, 1956, Keith married his high school sweetheart, Nadene Correll, in McPherson, KS. His passion for agriculture started early in life. As a youth he was a member of the Holland Sunflowers 4-H Club. He participated in a variety of projects, but key was the opportunity to expand his livestock interests which paved the way for his profession. Years of 4-H work earned him a trip to the National 4-H Congress in Washington D.C. Throughout his life he remained supportive of the 4-H program and the Central Kansas Free Fair. As a young farmer Keith received one of the Outstanding Young Farmer awards. He was recognized as Builder of the Breed by the Shorthorn Association. Keith &amp; Nadene were a part of the Class of 1990 Kansas Master Farmer Homemakers. Keith and Nadene hosted multiple Shorthorn tour groups including the World Shorthorn Tour. In 2017 the National Western Stock Show dedicated the Shorthorn pen show to them. Keith received the Heritage Award from the American Shorthorn Association in 2019. Throughout his life Keith was an active member of the Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church where he served well on various boards and committees. He was called to be an Elder for many years. He served his community by being a board member for the Coop, County Extension Council, and township treasurer for 35 years. He served on the USD # 473 school board both at Rural Center and Chapman district for 15 years. Keith had a special love for his family. He enjoyed going to all his grandsons activities &amp;, later in life, enjoyed watching his great-grandchildren growing up. His smile and gentle ways will always be remembered by his family and many friends. Everybody who came to the farm left as Keith’s friend for life. Keith will be missed by his loving wife, Nadene; daughter, Rita Yoder (Ellis) of McPherson; grandsons Bradley Yoder (Erin) of Sabetha, Kevin Yoder (Brittney) of McPherson, and Lane Yoder of Memphis, TN; great-grandchildren Frankie, Gibson, Watson and Brooklynn; sisters Joyce Taylor, Enterprise and Ila Beemer (Duane), Abilene; brother Stanley Lauer (Leslie), Salina. Friends may sign the register book Wednesday and Thursday at the funeral home and until service time at the church. Services will be held Friday, March 12th at 1:30 p.m. at the Community Bible Church, Abilene. Wearing of masks by those attending, would be appreciated. Live-streaming of the service may be viewed on the church’s Facebook page. Burial will follow at the Greenlawn Cemetery near Mt. Pleasant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Memorials may be given to Mt. Pleasant Church, Sterling College or Family Life Today in care of Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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