James Patrick Casey, 70, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has will take place. No memorial service is planned at this time. He was born on January 28, 1951, in Le Havre, France the son of Joseph Andrew and Shirley (Bemis) Casey. James served in the United States Army. He later worked for the Public Works Department at Fort Riley, Kansas. He was a member of the Elks Lodge #1037 in Junction City, KS.

James Patrick Casey, 70, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has will take place. No memorial service is planned at this time. He was born on January 28, 1951, in Le Havre, France the son of Joseph Andrew and Shirley (Bemis) Casey. James served in the United States Army. He later worked for the Public Works Department at Fort Riley, Kansas. He was a member of the Elks Lodge #1037 in Junction City, KS.

James Patrick "Jim" Casey

Edward Lee Phelps, age 81, of Manhattan, died April 12, 2021, at the Meadowlark Riley House. He was born November 16, 1939, in Ironton, Ohio, the son of Charles and Leona (Jones) Phelps. Ed served as a Sergeant in the United States Army, and then on the Manhattan Fire Department prior to being a Fraud Investigator for Worker’s Compensation for the State of Kansas. He was married to Kim Phelps in May of 1963. Kim preceded him in death on February 13, 2014. Ed was very active with the Tuttle Creek Lake Association and helped establish the Annual Youth Fishing Clinic. Survivors include his two children: Jimmy Phelps and his wife Jodi of Hope Mills, NC, and Jenifer Figels and her husband Erik of Muncie, PA; one granddaughter Madyson Phelps; and two siblings: Anne Howard and Harold Phelps. Ed was also preceded in death by his parents; and infant son; and three siblings: Marvin, Elwood and Alfreda Phelps. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 5th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the Tuttle Creek Lake Association for the Youth Fishing Clinic. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edward Lee Phelps, age 81, of Manhattan, died April 12, 2021, at the Meadowlark Riley House. He was born November 16, 1939, in Ironton, Ohio, the son of Charles and Leona (Jones) Phelps. Ed served as a Sergeant in the United States Army, and then on the Manhattan Fire Department prior to being a Fraud Investigator for Worker’s Compensation for the State of Kansas. He was married to Kim Phelps in May of 1963. Kim preceded him in death on February 13, 2014. Ed was very active with the Tuttle Creek Lake Association and helped establish the Annual Youth Fishing Clinic. Survivors include his two children: Jimmy Phelps and his wife Jodi of Hope Mills, NC, and Jenifer Figels and her husband Erik of Muncie, PA; one granddaughter Madyson Phelps; and two siblings: Anne Howard and Harold Phelps. Ed was also preceded in death by his parents; and infant son; and three siblings: Marvin, Elwood and Alfreda Phelps. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 5th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the Tuttle Creek Lake Association for the Youth Fishing Clinic. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edward Lee Phelps

Margo Renae Franta-Abdalla passed away Saturday evening, April 10, 2021, in Humansville, MO at the Northwood Hills Care Center. She was born in Kansas City, MO, on October 18, 1958. She was the second of three daughters to Arnold and Peggy Franta. She graduated from Hickman Mills High School in 1977 and continued her education at

Longview and Penn Valley Community Colleges in Kansas City, MO. She worked as a nursing assistant at St. Luke’s hospital in Kansas City before her children were born. She was very proud of their accomplishments and her greatest joy was when she was able to spend time with them. 

Margo is survived by three daughters, Laura Franta-Abdalla (Steve Seh), Sarah Abdalla, and Rebeka Jones (Atlanta, GA), and one son Michael Jones (Miami, FL); two sisters, Karla(Craig) Wilson, Bolivar, MO, and Celeste (Ken) Barry, Norris, TN; four nieces and two nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Arnold “Arnie” and Margaret “Peggy” Franta. S

She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We will always remember her beautiful smile, her warm sense of humor, and her indomitable spirit. May she live on in all that knew and loved her.

Donations may be made in her memory to the nationalmssociety.org

Margo was an adventurous person, charismatic and generous, deeply caring about the people she knew. She had fond memories of growing up in the “house on the corner”, with the sinuous backyard hedge tree and its sheltering canopy, playtime adventures with her sisters, and joining them each fall to pick up the dropped rotted apples in their backyard and wheelbarrowing them over to the family’s large garden plot.

Wednesday, April 21, 2021, 10:00 a.m., St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Pilsen (the corner of Remington Rd. and 275th Street, Pilsen, KS 66861)

Wednesday, April 21, 2021,&nbsp;11:00 a.m. Pilsen Cemetery Pilsen, Pilsen, KS&nbsp; &nbsp;

Margo Renae Franta-Abdalla passed away Saturday evening, April 10, 2021, in Humansville, MO at the Northwood Hills Care Center. She was born in Kansas City, MO, on October 18, 1958. She was the second of three daughters to Arnold and Peggy Franta. She graduated from Hickman Mills High School in 1977 and continued her education atLongview and Penn Valley Community Colleges in Kansas City, MO. She worked as a nursing assistant at St. Luke’s hospital in Kansas City before her children were born. She was very proud of their accomplishments and her greatest joy was when she was able to spend time with them. Margo is survived by three daughters, Laura Franta-Abdalla (Steve Seh), Sarah Abdalla, and Rebeka Jones (Atlanta, GA), and one son Michael Jones (Miami, FL); two sisters, Karla(Craig) Wilson, Bolivar, MO, and Celeste (Ken) Barry, Norris, TN; four nieces and two nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Arnold “Arnie” and Margaret “Peggy” Franta. SShe will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We will always remember her beautiful smile, her warm sense of humor, and her indomitable spirit. May she live on in all that knew and loved her.Spanem bohem(God be with you ~ Czech)Donations may be made in her memory to the nationalmssociety.orgMargo was an adventurous person, charismatic and generous, deeply caring about the people she knew. She had fond memories of growing up in the “house on the corner”, with the sinuous backyard hedge tree and its sheltering canopy, playtime adventures with her sisters, and joining them each fall to pick up the dropped rotted apples in their backyard and wheelbarrowing them over to the family’s large garden plot.FUNERAL MASS:Wednesday, April 21, 2021, 10:00 a.m., St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Pilsen (the corner of Remington Rd. and 275th Street, Pilsen, KS 66861)COMMITTAL:Wednesday, April 21, 2021,&nbsp;11:00 a.m. Pilsen Cemetery Pilsen, Pilsen, KS&nbsp; &nbsp;

Margo Renae (Franta)-Abdalla - October 18, 1958-April 10, 2021 (age 62)

Troy Lee Hoffman, 47, of Abilene KS, passed away on April 8, 2021. Troy was born on June 1, 1973 to Larry and Kim Hoffman. Troy was raised by Larry and June Hoffman of Abilene, KS. Kim McAsey also contributed a large role in Troy’s early life. After graduating from Abilene High School, he went on to study Auto Collision Repair at Salina Vo-Tech.

Troy was a very loving and dedicated father. Troy and Lora welcomed Tori Sue Hoffman on May 12, 2010. Tori and Troy enjoyed many activities together, including riding scooters at Browns Park or ending the day with ice cream from Dairy Queen. Troy treasured his time with Tori and embraced every moment with her. Outside of spending time with his daughter, Troy enjoyed watching NASCAR races, making improvements to his farmhouse, or spending time at his pond, which he took extreme pride in since he created the pond himself.

Troy was preceded in death by father, Larry Hoffman, grandfather, Leroy Jr. Hoffman, and grandmother, Leta Corbett.

Troy is survived by daughter Tori Hoffman, step-daughter Kathryn Fink and their mother Lora Simmons, Abilene, KS; mother, June Hoffman, Chapman, KS; sisters Kylie Haws and husband, Brett, Marion, KS; Courtney Hoffman and fiancé, Tony, Salina, KS; brothers Casey Hoffman, Manhattan, KS; Clay Hirt and fiancé Jamie, Chapman, KS; Corey Hirt and wife Robin Hirt, Lebo, KS, grandmother, Dottie Hoffman, Abilene, KS.

The funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2021 at the Lifehouse Church in Abilene with Pastor Chris Danielson officiating. His final resting place will be in the New Basel Church Cemetery south of Abilene. Friends may stop by and sign the register book at the funeral home until service time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tori Hoffman Educational Fund and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Troy Lee Hoffman, 47, of Abilene KS, passed away on April 8, 2021. Troy was born on June 1, 1973 to Larry and Kim Hoffman. Troy was raised by Larry and June Hoffman of Abilene, KS. Kim McAsey also contributed a large role in Troy’s early life. After graduating from Abilene High School, he went on to study Auto Collision Repair at Salina Vo-Tech. Troy was a very loving and dedicated father. Troy and Lora welcomed Tori Sue Hoffman on May 12, 2010. Tori and Troy enjoyed many activities together, including riding scooters at Browns Park or ending the day with ice cream from Dairy Queen. Troy treasured his time with Tori and embraced every moment with her. Outside of spending time with his daughter, Troy enjoyed watching NASCAR races, making improvements to his farmhouse, or spending time at his pond, which he took extreme pride in since he created the pond himself. Troy was preceded in death by father, Larry Hoffman, grandfather, Leroy Jr. Hoffman, and grandmother, Leta Corbett. Troy is survived by daughter Tori Hoffman, step-daughter Kathryn Fink and their mother Lora Simmons, Abilene, KS; mother, June Hoffman, Chapman, KS; sisters Kylie Haws and husband, Brett, Marion, KS; Courtney Hoffman and fiancé, Tony, Salina, KS; brothers Casey Hoffman, Manhattan, KS; Clay Hirt and fiancé Jamie, Chapman, KS; Corey Hirt and wife Robin Hirt, Lebo, KS, grandmother, Dottie Hoffman, Abilene, KS. The funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2021 at the Lifehouse Church in Abilene with Pastor Chris Danielson officiating. His final resting place will be in the New Basel Church Cemetery south of Abilene. Friends may stop by and sign the register book at the funeral home until service time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tori Hoffman Educational Fund and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Troy Lee Hoffman

James Alvin Conner, 80, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at the Wamego Health Center.&nbsp; James was born on June 19, 1940, in Weleeka, Oklahoma a son of William and Ophelia (Hopson) Conner.

James worked as a general contractor building and working on various projects in Orange County, California. He enjoyed fishing, bowling and traveling with his family.&nbsp; He was a religious man who loved Jesus.&nbsp; He loved to dance and was known to grab anyone he was walking by and dance with them for a moment. He liked to drink Black Velvet or Coors and always had his jar of jellybeans nearby. James was very charismatic and friendly by nature, he loved to visit with everyone he met.&nbsp; He has developed many friendships all over the country and his smile and laughter will be greatly missed by many.&nbsp;

James married Tweet Tanner on February 10, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. She survives in their home. Due to his health, James and Tweet moved to Wamego in August 2020 to be closer to their daughters.

James is also survived by his children, Bernadine Price, Phoenix, Arizona, LaTanya D. Wright, Manhattan, Kansas, Jimmie W. Conner, Orange County, California, Vivian L. (Manny) Gross, Manhattan, Kansas, James A. Conner II, Buena Park, California; 14 grandchildren and a host of Great and Great-great grandchildren; his siblings, Shirley Thomas, Los Angeles, California, Bea Sims, Phoenix, Arizona, Jewel White, Phoenix, Arizona; his service dog, Baby Girl, his special friends, Chuck-up, Dane, Tim, Dan, Rigo, Thurman and a host of others.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Lily Conner, Earl Conner, Mary Young and Tommy Conner.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 23, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; A visitation will&nbsp;begin at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial contributions are suggested to James Conner Memorial Fund and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

James Alvin Conner, 80, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at the Wamego Health Center.&nbsp; James was born on June 19, 1940, in Weleeka, Oklahoma a son of William and Ophelia (Hopson) Conner.James worked as a general contractor building and working on various projects in Orange County, California. He enjoyed fishing, bowling and traveling with his family.&nbsp; He was a religious man who loved Jesus.&nbsp; He loved to dance and was known to grab anyone he was walking by and dance with them for a moment. He liked to drink Black Velvet or Coors and always had his jar of jellybeans nearby. James was very charismatic and friendly by nature, he loved to visit with everyone he met.&nbsp; He has developed many friendships all over the country and his smile and laughter will be greatly missed by many.&nbsp;James married Tweet Tanner on February 10, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. She survives in their home. Due to his health, James and Tweet moved to Wamego in August 2020 to be closer to their daughters.James is also survived by his children, Bernadine Price, Phoenix, Arizona, LaTanya D. Wright, Manhattan, Kansas, Jimmie W. Conner, Orange County, California, Vivian L. (Manny) Gross, Manhattan, Kansas, James A. Conner II, Buena Park, California; 14 grandchildren and a host of Great and Great-great grandchildren; his siblings, Shirley Thomas, Los Angeles, California, Bea Sims, Phoenix, Arizona, Jewel White, Phoenix, Arizona; his service dog, Baby Girl, his special friends, Chuck-up, Dane, Tim, Dan, Rigo, Thurman and a host of others.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Lily Conner, Earl Conner, Mary Young and Tommy Conner.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 23, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; A visitation will&nbsp;begin at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial contributions are suggested to James Conner Memorial Fund and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

James A. Conner - June 19, 1940 - April 11, 2021

The oldest of four, Katherine was born in St. George, KS on December 10, 1930 to Henry and Emma (Correll) Delfs. She grew up in Alma, KS, graduating from Alma High School in 1948.

On November 7, 1948, she married Donald Noland Jr. They were married for 72 years and blessed with three children. Being married for 72 years, Katherine set a shining example of a love that endures through the good times and bad. During their years together they enjoyed living in various locations, most recently residing in Pittsburg, KS.

Katherine is survived by her husband, Donald Noland Jr., her children Donald (Theresa) Noland III Pittsburg, KS, Denise (Patrick) Purvis Pittsburg, KS David (Beth) Noland Olathe, KS her sister, Penny (Larry) Nider of Rossville, KS 9 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.

Katherine was predeceased by her parents; her sister, Mary Anne Kasburg; brother, Charles Delfs; and great grandson, Hunter Williams.

It is said we are the authors of our own life story. From birth until our passing, we write the chapters. Katherine was blessed to have many chapters and each one was meaningful to those who loved her. She taught her children so much about life, love and growing up. She provided them with a wonderful foundation to write their own stories. To her husband, children and all of her family, Katherine (Katie) was a guiding light. She set an example of what a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend could be. She was patient with her children which, at times, could be a huge task. She loved playing ball with them, taking them fishing, and using her expert seamstress skills to make all their clothes. She was an avid reader, loved to golf, enjoyed painting and was always ready to dance.

Don’s work required several moves over the years and she never complained. The family moved to El Dorado, Independence, Chanute, and Hays before the children left home. Don and Katie also lived in Lamar. CO and Ness City before retirement. Katie managed to make a loving home in each place and filled that home with lots of memories. Katie and Don retired in Bella Vista, AR and enjoyed many years of golfing, social and church activities. The family joke was the parents had more of a social life than any of their children. As the years progressed, Katie and Don moved to Olathe, KS to be closer to family.

Above all, Katie cherished her family and set the bar high for her children. She was their biggest fan and always managed to let each of them know how special they were. She was most proud of her growing family of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchild. To family and friends the world has certainly changed with her passing. The sky isn’t quite as blue and the sun not as warm, but the matriarch of the family was tired; she had run the good race and fought the good fight. Her legacy continues.

Graveside services for Katherine Irene (Delfs) Noland will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 2021, at Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma. Suggested memorials may be sent in her name to the Peace United Church of Christ, Alma, KS or Hospice Compassus, Pittsburg, KS in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma.

The oldest of four, Katherine was born in St. George, KS on December 10, 1930 to Henry and Emma (Correll) Delfs. She grew up in Alma, KS, graduating from Alma High School in 1948.On November 7, 1948, she married Donald Noland Jr. They were married for 72 years and blessed with three children. Being married for 72 years, Katherine set a shining example of a love that endures through the good times and bad. During their years together they enjoyed living in various locations, most recently residing in Pittsburg, KS.Katherine is survived by her husband, Donald Noland Jr., her children Donald (Theresa) Noland III Pittsburg, KS, Denise (Patrick) Purvis Pittsburg, KS David (Beth) Noland Olathe, KS her sister, Penny (Larry) Nider of Rossville, KS 9 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.Katherine was predeceased by her parents; her sister, Mary Anne Kasburg; brother, Charles Delfs; and great grandson, Hunter Williams.It is said we are the authors of our own life story. From birth until our passing, we write the chapters. Katherine was blessed to have many chapters and each one was meaningful to those who loved her. She taught her children so much about life, love and growing up. She provided them with a wonderful foundation to write their own stories. To her husband, children and all of her family, Katherine (Katie) was a guiding light. She set an example of what a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend could be. She was patient with her children which, at times, could be a huge task. She loved playing ball with them, taking them fishing, and using her expert seamstress skills to make all their clothes. She was an avid reader, loved to golf, enjoyed painting and was always ready to dance.Don’s work required several moves over the years and she never complained. The family moved to El Dorado, Independence, Chanute, and Hays before the children left home. Don and Katie also lived in Lamar. CO and Ness City before retirement. Katie managed to make a loving home in each place and filled that home with lots of memories. Katie and Don retired in Bella Vista, AR and enjoyed many years of golfing, social and church activities. The family joke was the parents had more of a social life than any of their children. As the years progressed, Katie and Don moved to Olathe, KS to be closer to family.Above all, Katie cherished her family and set the bar high for her children. She was their biggest fan and always managed to let each of them know how special they were. She was most proud of her growing family of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchild. To family and friends the world has certainly changed with her passing. The sky isn’t quite as blue and the sun not as warm, but the matriarch of the family was tired; she had run the good race and fought the good fight. Her legacy continues.Graveside services for Katherine Irene (Delfs) Noland will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 2021, at Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma. Suggested memorials may be sent in her name to the Peace United Church of Christ, Alma, KS or Hospice Compassus, Pittsburg, KS in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma.

Katherine Irene (Delfs) Noland - Born: 12-10-1930 - Born to Eternal Life: 04-10-2021

Charlie’s life began on January 10, 1968 in Wichita.  She was the daughter of Cecil Oliver Schoonover and Lois Lorraine (Freeman) Schoonover.  Charlie worked as a CNA until she became disabled.  She had done some farm work, worked for Russell Stovers, and did other odd jobs.

  She is&nbsp; survived by her children Jessica (Ed) Frazier of Ohio, Lenora (Larry) Williams of Herington, Wade Wendt of KS, Kevin Gehrke of Herington and Colten Gehrke of Herington.&nbsp; Charlie passed away on Saturday April 3, 2021 at her home.

  Her family will gather with friends on Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Burdick United Methodist Church.&nbsp; A service will follow at 11 a.m. to celebrate her life.  Memorial contributions in Charlie’s name may be directed to Ronald McDonald House Charities.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charlie’s life began on January 10, 1968 in Wichita. She was the daughter of Cecil Oliver Schoonover and Lois Lorraine (Freeman) Schoonover. Charlie worked as a CNA until she became disabled. She had done some farm work, worked for Russell Stovers, and did other odd jobs. She is&nbsp; survived by her children Jessica (Ed) Frazier of Ohio, Lenora (Larry) Williams of Herington, Wade Wendt of KS, Kevin Gehrke of Herington and Colten Gehrke of Herington.&nbsp; Charlie passed away on Saturday April 3, 2021 at her home. Her family will gather with friends on Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Burdick United Methodist Church.&nbsp; A service will follow at 11 a.m. to celebrate her life. Memorial contributions in Charlie’s name may be directed to Ronald McDonald House Charities.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cindy "Charlie" Charlene Schoonover - January 10, 1968-April 3, 2021 (age 53)

Gerald Trevor “Rook” Messick II, age 66 or Junction City, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021 at his home.

He was born on August 13, 1954 in Illinois, the son of Gerald and Jacque Messick and was  raised in Southern California with his mother, father, step-father, and sister, Melody Centonze.  His father died when he was young.

Rook graduated from high school in San Diego, California in 1971 was drafted into the Army.  He served in the Army for two years before leaving the service to pursue a professional baseball career.  After the baseball career ended due to an elbow issue he re-enlisted in 1973 until he retired from the service in 1996.  Rook served multiple terms overseas as well as many Army bases throughout the U.S. before serving and retiring at Fort Riley, Kansas as a Master Sergeant.

After retiring from military service, he began to work for the U.S. Postal service.  Rook worked in many surrounding post offices including, Junction City, Ogden, Wamego, and Riley.  He retired from the U.S.P.S. last November as the Post Master in Riley, Kansas.

Rook was a tremendous story teller and he always had one to share.  He was a sports fanatic and loved his Chicago Bears.  He was an avid sports memorabilia collector and loved to collect rare coins.  He was also a member of many computer baseball leagues playing Strat-O-Matic Baseball with his friends and colleagues throughout the years where he met many of his best friends.

Rook was an athlete growing up and played numerous sports while in high school and college, as well as representing the U.S. Army on various football, bowling, and softball teams while stationed overseas and numerous Army bases on U.S. Soil.  After his playing days, he gave back to the game by being a referee and umpire for baseball, softball, and basketball working mainly kids games. 

Rook was very proud of his service to the country as well as his time with the US Postal Service.  He had a heart as big as the outdoors and his love for animals was surpassed by few.  The devotion he had for his friends was unmatched as he would do anything for them.

He is survived by his many friends and his pet cat Sweetpea.  He was preceded in death by his mother, father, step-father and his beloved pets, Callie and Dude.

Funeral services with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 16, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Friday.  Burial will be in the Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, California.

Memorials have been established for Army Emergency Relief and Wounded Warriors Project.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Gerald Trevor “Rook” Messick II, age 66 or Junction City, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021 at his home.He was born on August 13, 1954 in Illinois, the son of Gerald and Jacque Messick and was raised in Southern California with his mother, father, step-father, and sister, Melody Centonze. His father died when he was young.Rook graduated from high school in San Diego, California in 1971 was drafted into the Army. He served in the Army for two years before leaving the service to pursue a professional baseball career. After the baseball career ended due to an elbow issue he re-enlisted in 1973 until he retired from the service in 1996. Rook served multiple terms overseas as well as many Army bases throughout the U.S. before serving and retiring at Fort Riley, Kansas as a Master Sergeant.After retiring from military service, he began to work for the U.S. Postal service. Rook worked in many surrounding post offices including, Junction City, Ogden, Wamego, and Riley. He retired from the U.S.P.S. last November as the Post Master in Riley, Kansas.Rook was a tremendous story teller and he always had one to share. He was a sports fanatic and loved his Chicago Bears. He was an avid sports memorabilia collector and loved to collect rare coins. He was also a member of many computer baseball leagues playing Strat-O-Matic Baseball with his friends and colleagues throughout the years where he met many of his best friends.Rook was an athlete growing up and played numerous sports while in high school and college, as well as representing the U.S. Army on various football, bowling, and softball teams while stationed overseas and numerous Army bases on U.S. Soil. After his playing days, he gave back to the game by being a referee and umpire for baseball, softball, and basketball working mainly kids games. Rook was very proud of his service to the country as well as his time with the US Postal Service. He had a heart as big as the outdoors and his love for animals was surpassed by few. The devotion he had for his friends was unmatched as he would do anything for them.He is survived by his many friends and his pet cat Sweetpea. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, step-father and his beloved pets, Callie and Dude.Funeral services with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 16, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Friday. Burial will be in the Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, California.Memorials have been established for Army Emergency Relief and Wounded Warriors Project. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Gerald Trevor “Rook” Messick II

Ronald Dale Everett age 77 of Abilene passed away April 8, 2021 at Memorial Hospital. He was born in Abilene, Kansas June 1, 1943 and has been a resident all his life. He graduated from Abilene High School in 1962. He was a truck driver for Dautel Trucking and driver/owner for Everett’s Inc. He served in the Army Reserves from 1964-1970. He was married to Bertha Jean (Hines) Everett June 4, 1966. He enjoyed his family and friends and taking care of his yard.

 He is survived by his wife Jeannie Everett of Abilene. Daughter, LeAnn Everett of Kansas City, son, Chad Everett of Salina, brother, Dennis Everett (Doreen) of Abilene, sister-in-laws Lola Everett of Abilene, Chris Haas Halstead. Grandchildren, Dalton Millican (Samantha) of Chapman, Aidan Everett of Newton, Chase Everett of Abilene and Kayla Everett of Newton. Great-Grandchildren, Camdyn, Colsyn, Charlie Marie and Hazel Annalyn and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Lewis and Helen (Ross) Everett. Brothers, Gerald and Larry D. Everett, nephew Donald Everett and brother-in-laws Roy Hines and Ben Grosch.

 Private family services will be Wednesday April 14, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church of Abilene with Pastor John Collins officiating. Graveside services for Ronald will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Abilene City Cemetery. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene Elks Club or to Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third ST, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Ronald Dale Everett age 77 of Abilene passed away April 8, 2021 at Memorial Hospital. He was born in Abilene, Kansas June 1, 1943 and has been a resident all his life. He graduated from Abilene High School in 1962. He was a truck driver for Dautel Trucking and driver/owner for Everett’s Inc. He served in the Army Reserves from 1964-1970. He was married to Bertha Jean (Hines) Everett June 4, 1966. He enjoyed his family and friends and taking care of his yard. He is survived by his wife Jeannie Everett of Abilene. Daughter, LeAnn Everett of Kansas City, son, Chad Everett of Salina, brother, Dennis Everett (Doreen) of Abilene, sister-in-laws Lola Everett of Abilene, Chris Haas Halstead. Grandchildren, Dalton Millican (Samantha) of Chapman, Aidan Everett of Newton, Chase Everett of Abilene and Kayla Everett of Newton. Great-Grandchildren, Camdyn, Colsyn, Charlie Marie and Hazel Annalyn and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Lewis and Helen (Ross) Everett. Brothers, Gerald and Larry D. Everett, nephew Donald Everett and brother-in-laws Roy Hines and Ben Grosch. Private family services will be Wednesday April 14, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church of Abilene with Pastor John Collins officiating. Graveside services for Ronald will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Abilene City Cemetery. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene Elks Club or to Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third ST, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Ronald D Everett - June 1st, 1943 - April 8th, 2021

Stan was born in Wichita, KS on August 11, 1938 to John Henry Lips, Jr. and Iris Christina (Olson) Lips Crawford. He was 82 years old. He passed away April 11, 2021, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan, KS, at the age of 82. He moved with his family to Coffeyville, KS where he attended Coffeyville Grade School, graduating from Field Kindley High School in 1956. During this time, he was awarded the FFA State Farmer Degree. Stan studied Animal Husbandry at Kansas State University where he met Martha Jane “Marty” Diepenbrock. They were married on September 20, 1959 in Topeka, KS. Together they farmed and raised their family near Bartlett, KS. The couple moved to Manhattan, KS in the spring of 2019. They were married 61 years. Stan loved farming from the time he was a small child. He and Marty owned his family’s century farm, farming and raising cattle for most of Stan’s life. Stan served on several community boards. Most importantly, he served on the USD #506 School Board, helped organize Rural Water District No. 8, served as president of Labette County Farm Bureau and was on the Bartlett Co-op board. Stan was a member of the Bartlett Christian Church. Stan was a mentor and friend to Brent Mathes of Bartlett, KS. He appreciated and loved Brent as his son. They farmed and worked together for many years. He loved knowing that Brent continues his farming legacy. Woodworking was a hobby Stan enjoyed. He made many pieces of furniture for family and friends. He loved to read and never passed up a good museum. He took great pleasure attending his daughters’ and grandchildren’s activities. Stan loved spending time with his family in his quiet and kind way. Stan is survived by his wife, Marty, his three daughters, Lori (Mark) Schramm of The Colony, TX, Jan (Marshall) Streeter of Cheyenne, WY and Amy (Mack) Terrapin of Alma, KS, his brother, Fred Lips of Riley, KS, his step-sister, Sharon (Crawford) Brown of Prairie Village, KS, six grandchildren, Brooke (Phill) Wilson, Layne (Alex) Miles, Nick Terrapin, Alli Terrapin, Claire Streeter and Lauren Streeter and four great-grandchildren, Reid and Blaire Wilson, and Henry and Kate Miles. Cremation is planned with a Celebration of his Life to be held at a later date. Private family inurnment will be in the Lake Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Bartlett Christian Church or USD #506 FFA Foundation. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Stan was born in Wichita, KS on August 11, 1938 to John Henry Lips, Jr. and Iris Christina (Olson) Lips Crawford. He was 82 years old. He passed away April 11, 2021, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan, KS, at the age of 82. He moved with his family to Coffeyville, KS where he attended Coffeyville Grade School, graduating from Field Kindley High School in 1956. During this time, he was awarded the FFA State Farmer Degree. Stan studied Animal Husbandry at Kansas State University where he met Martha Jane “Marty” Diepenbrock. They were married on September 20, 1959 in Topeka, KS. Together they farmed and raised their family near Bartlett, KS. The couple moved to Manhattan, KS in the spring of 2019. They were married 61 years. Stan loved farming from the time he was a small child. He and Marty owned his family’s century farm, farming and raising cattle for most of Stan’s life. Stan served on several community boards. Most importantly, he served on the USD #506 School Board, helped organize Rural Water District No. 8, served as president of Labette County Farm Bureau and was on the Bartlett Co-op board. Stan was a member of the Bartlett Christian Church. Stan was a mentor and friend to Brent Mathes of Bartlett, KS. He appreciated and loved Brent as his son. They farmed and worked together for many years. He loved knowing that Brent continues his farming legacy. Woodworking was a hobby Stan enjoyed. He made many pieces of furniture for family and friends. He loved to read and never passed up a good museum. He took great pleasure attending his daughters’ and grandchildren’s activities. Stan loved spending time with his family in his quiet and kind way. Stan is survived by his wife, Marty, his three daughters, Lori (Mark) Schramm of The Colony, TX, Jan (Marshall) Streeter of Cheyenne, WY and Amy (Mack) Terrapin of Alma, KS, his brother, Fred Lips of Riley, KS, his step-sister, Sharon (Crawford) Brown of Prairie Village, KS, six grandchildren, Brooke (Phill) Wilson, Layne (Alex) Miles, Nick Terrapin, Alli Terrapin, Claire Streeter and Lauren Streeter and four great-grandchildren, Reid and Blaire Wilson, and Henry and Kate Miles. Cremation is planned with a Celebration of his Life to be held at a later date. Private family inurnment will be in the Lake Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Bartlett Christian Church or USD #506 FFA Foundation. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John Stanford "Stan" Lips

Sandra Faye Heideman, 66, of Alma, Kansas, died peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 8, 2021. She was a life-long resident of the area.

Sandy was born on June 12, 1954 in Topeka, KS the daughter of Donald and Elna (Garanson) TenEyck. She attended local schools and graduated in 1972 from Alma High School.

Sandy married Dickie Bill Heideman on October 21, 1972, in Alma. He preceded her in death on June 16, 1999.

Sandy worked over 40 years doing day care for children in her home. The children in her daycare were all very special to her. She loved to interact with them and especially enjoyed reading and singing with them.

Sandy was also devoted to her own family and was always present at her children’s activities even if that meant taking the daycare kids along with her. She loved to read and was known to share numerous Dr. Phill quotes. More than anything, she loved to spend time with her grandkids.

Sandy was a woman with a strong faith. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.

Sandy is survived by her parents; her children, Kristin Coon (Scott), Alma, Branen Heideman (Brandy), Alma, and Kylie Mulanax (Brian Quackenbush), Dewitt, Nebraska; her grandchildren, Nathan Coon, Bailey Coon, Shaylee Heideman, Keaton Mulanax, and Evan Quackenbush; her sister, Susan Johnson (Richard), Olathe, and her brother, Jeffrey TenEyck (Irene), Dallas Texas, and numerous nieces and nephews. Sandra was also very close to her cousin, Mary Moore (Steve) of Lawrence.

Graveside inurnment services will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, April 16, 2021, at the Alta Vista Cemetery, west of Alta Vista, Kansas. Reverend Robert Grimm will be officiating. Sandy’s urn will lie-in-state on Thursday, beginning at 4:00 pm, at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma. The family will greet friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. They suggest memorial contributions to Children’s Mercy Hospital, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Sandra Faye Heideman, 66, of Alma, Kansas, died peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 8, 2021. She was a life-long resident of the area.Sandy was born on June 12, 1954 in Topeka, KS the daughter of Donald and Elna (Garanson) TenEyck. She attended local schools and graduated in 1972 from Alma High School.Sandy married Dickie Bill Heideman on October 21, 1972, in Alma. He preceded her in death on June 16, 1999.Sandy worked over 40 years doing day care for children in her home. The children in her daycare were all very special to her. She loved to interact with them and especially enjoyed reading and singing with them.Sandy was also devoted to her own family and was always present at her children’s activities even if that meant taking the daycare kids along with her. She loved to read and was known to share numerous Dr. Phill quotes. More than anything, she loved to spend time with her grandkids.Sandy was a woman with a strong faith. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.Sandy is survived by her parents; her children, Kristin Coon (Scott), Alma, Branen Heideman (Brandy), Alma, and Kylie Mulanax (Brian Quackenbush), Dewitt, Nebraska; her grandchildren, Nathan Coon, Bailey Coon, Shaylee Heideman, Keaton Mulanax, and Evan Quackenbush; her sister, Susan Johnson (Richard), Olathe, and her brother, Jeffrey TenEyck (Irene), Dallas Texas, and numerous nieces and nephews. Sandra was also very close to her cousin, Mary Moore (Steve) of Lawrence.Graveside inurnment services will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, April 16, 2021, at the Alta Vista Cemetery, west of Alta Vista, Kansas. Reverend Robert Grimm will be officiating. Sandy’s urn will lie-in-state on Thursday, beginning at 4:00 pm, at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma. The family will greet friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. They suggest memorial contributions to Children’s Mercy Hospital, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Sandra Faye Heideman

Kathryn Marie Berg, 88, passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas.

Kathryn was born near Hiawatha, KS on December 10, 1932 to George Albert and Dorothy Anna Wilhelmine (Fiegenbaum) Onek. Kathryn attended schools in Hiawatha and graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1951.

Kathryn married Henry Mitchell Berg on April 4, 1954. Kathryn and Henry met through youth fellowship between area Lutheran churches. Henry was the love of her life. Henry preceded her in death on March 2, 2014. They were married almost 60 years. Together they owned and operated Berg’s IGA in Westmoreland and Berg’s Super Saver

in Auburn. After they sold the stores, she continued to work as a cashier for another grocery store chain. She raised five children. After she retired, she raised a granddaughter. Her pride and joy was her family. She loved having them all gathered together. She counted many of her kids’ friends as her own.

Kathryn was a woman of faith; she had been a longtime member of Christ Lutheran Church and St. John’s &nbsp;Lutheran Church, Topeka, KS. In their younger years, Henry and she enjoyed square dancing. Kathryn liked doing embroidery, working puzzle books, and bird-watching. Henry and she would go out for long drives in the country, exploring the back roads. She was an excellent cook and baker; her family especially enjoyed her cinnamon rolls, chocolate sheet cake and meatballs and gravy. Over the last few years, she liked to watch the Game Show Network, TLC, and DIY home improvement shows.

Kathryn is survived by her children, Tim Berg, Topeka, Jeanette (Doug) Torok, Olathe, Scott (Becky) Berg, Topeka, Katy Lundgren, Kingsville, Missouri, and her daughter-in-law Margaret Carreno, Topeka; her “adopted” children, Yvonne Carreno, Cyndi Turner, John Berg, Doug Campbell, and Tim Manges; her three grandchildren, Mitchell Bowers, Addie Bowers and David Hall; her eight great-grandchildren; her siblings, Martha Biesenthal and Louis Onek; her brother-in-law Marvin Bosse and her sister-in-law Carolyn Onek. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; her daughters, Anne Hunter (June 28, 2019) and Lynnette Berg (December 30, 2019); her sister Wilma Bosse, her brother Robert Onek, her brother-in-law Cleason Biesenthal, and her sister-in-law Patty Onek.

Kathryn will lie in state from 1:00–5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021, at the Campanella-Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd in Wamego, KS. The family will not be present. Funeral services will be held at Campanella-Stewart Funeral Home on Saturday, April 17, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., with a visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Berg Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.. Masks and social distancing will be observed. Memorial contributions are suggested to Aldersgate Village Life Plan Community or American Cancer Society for Breast Cancer Research. Memorials may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Kathryn Marie Berg, 88, passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas.Kathryn was born near Hiawatha, KS on December 10, 1932 to George Albert and Dorothy Anna Wilhelmine (Fiegenbaum) Onek. Kathryn attended schools in Hiawatha and graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1951.Kathryn married Henry Mitchell Berg on April 4, 1954. Kathryn and Henry met through youth fellowship between area Lutheran churches. Henry was the love of her life. Henry preceded her in death on March 2, 2014. They were married almost 60 years. Together they owned and operated Berg’s IGA in Westmoreland and Berg’s Super Saverin Auburn. After they sold the stores, she continued to work as a cashier for another grocery store chain. She raised five children. After she retired, she raised a granddaughter. Her pride and joy was her family. She loved having them all gathered together. She counted many of her kids’ friends as her own.Kathryn was a woman of faith; she had been a longtime member of Christ Lutheran Church and St. John’s &nbsp;Lutheran Church, Topeka, KS. In their younger years, Henry and she enjoyed square dancing. Kathryn liked doing embroidery, working puzzle books, and bird-watching. Henry and she would go out for long drives in the country, exploring the back roads. She was an excellent cook and baker; her family especially enjoyed her cinnamon rolls, chocolate sheet cake and meatballs and gravy. Over the last few years, she liked to watch the Game Show Network, TLC, and DIY home improvement shows.Kathryn is survived by her children, Tim Berg, Topeka, Jeanette (Doug) Torok, Olathe, Scott (Becky) Berg, Topeka, Katy Lundgren, Kingsville, Missouri, and her daughter-in-law Margaret Carreno, Topeka; her “adopted” children, Yvonne Carreno, Cyndi Turner, John Berg, Doug Campbell, and Tim Manges; her three grandchildren, Mitchell Bowers, Addie Bowers and David Hall; her eight great-grandchildren; her siblings, Martha Biesenthal and Louis Onek; her brother-in-law Marvin Bosse and her sister-in-law Carolyn Onek. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; her daughters, Anne Hunter (June 28, 2019) and Lynnette Berg (December 30, 2019); her sister Wilma Bosse, her brother Robert Onek, her brother-in-law Cleason Biesenthal, and her sister-in-law Patty Onek.Kathryn will lie in state from 1:00–5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021, at the Campanella-Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd in Wamego, KS. The family will not be present. Funeral services will be held at Campanella-Stewart Funeral Home on Saturday, April 17, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., with a visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Berg Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.. Masks and social distancing will be observed. Memorial contributions are suggested to Aldersgate Village Life Plan Community or American Cancer Society for Breast Cancer Research. Memorials may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Kathryn Berg

Jean was born August 19, 1925 to parents, Leon and Martha Knight in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; They relocated to Marion in 1929 along with sisters, Barbara Lea and LaVerna Mae, where her father opened the J.C. Penney store.&nbsp; Jean joined the Valley United Methodist church in 1937 and remained a faithful member for the rest of her life. &nbsp;

Jean's father died suddenly in 1942, requiring the girls to summon the strength to help their mother through the hard time.&nbsp; She graduated from high school in 1943 and worked a number of jobs in Marion.&nbsp; Jean appreciated being recognized as someone who played hard, but was still a lady and a good sport. &nbsp;

Jean married Bud Pierce in 1946 and they served as stalwarts of the Marion community until his death in 2007.&nbsp; They were known throughout Kansas since Bud called square dances for 26 years.&nbsp; Jean enjoyed her work in Marion, and had a passion for gardening at 303 Locust Street. &nbsp;

Jean is survived by nieces and nephews Jill (Ron) Miller, Grapevine, Tx., Marty (Chuck) Heigert, Alma, Ks., Mark Kline, Istanbul, Turkey, and Brook Beaston, Jackson, Tn. 5 great nieces and nephew, 5 great-great nieces and nephew,&nbsp; and many good friends, all of whom she treasured. She was often referred to as a "fun" aunt, as well as being nurturing and supportive, as she had no children of her own.&nbsp; Family and friends always enjoyed her spirit, energy, and dry humor. &nbsp;

She appreciated the love and excellent care she received at Marion Assisted Living in her last years.

In lieu of flowers, it was Jean's wish that memorials be made to the Valley Methodist Church and the St. Luke Hospital Foundation.

Saturday, April 17, 2021 11:00 a.m. Valley United Methodist Church 300 E Santa Fe Marion, KS 66861&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jean was born August 19, 1925 to parents, Leon and Martha Knight in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; They relocated to Marion in 1929 along with sisters, Barbara Lea and LaVerna Mae, where her father opened the J.C. Penney store.&nbsp; Jean joined the Valley United Methodist church in 1937 and remained a faithful member for the rest of her life. &nbsp;Jean's father died suddenly in 1942, requiring the girls to summon the strength to help their mother through the hard time.&nbsp; She graduated from high school in 1943 and worked a number of jobs in Marion.&nbsp; Jean appreciated being recognized as someone who played hard, but was still a lady and a good sport. &nbsp;Jean married Bud Pierce in 1946 and they served as stalwarts of the Marion community until his death in 2007.&nbsp; They were known throughout Kansas since Bud called square dances for 26 years.&nbsp; Jean enjoyed her work in Marion, and had a passion for gardening at 303 Locust Street. &nbsp;Jean is survived by nieces and nephews Jill (Ron) Miller, Grapevine, Tx., Marty (Chuck) Heigert, Alma, Ks., Mark Kline, Istanbul, Turkey, and Brook Beaston, Jackson, Tn. 5 great nieces and nephew, 5 great-great nieces and nephew,&nbsp; and many good friends, all of whom she treasured. She was often referred to as a "fun" aunt, as well as being nurturing and supportive, as she had no children of her own.&nbsp; Family and friends always enjoyed her spirit, energy, and dry humor. &nbsp;She appreciated the love and excellent care she received at Marion Assisted Living in her last years.In lieu of flowers, it was Jean's wish that memorials be made to the Valley Methodist Church and the St. Luke Hospital Foundation.Memorial Service:Saturday, April 17, 2021 11:00 a.m. Valley United Methodist Church 300 E Santa Fe Marion, KS 66861&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wilma Jean (Knight) Pierce August 19, 1925-April 8, 2021 (age 95)

Dale Herman Nielsen, 94, of Dunlap, passed away April 6, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born to N.H. (Herman) and Margarethe Nielsen on their farm near Americus, on June 24, 1926. After moving to a farm near Dunlap, he attended the Dunlap Schools.

Growing up during the Great Depression, hard work and sacrifice was the norm.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved the outdoors and farmed as long as health permitted.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also worked for Western Grain Mill and drove trucks, not leaving much idle time for the fishing he enjoyed.

He, along with friends and neighbors were instrumental in starting the Dunlap Volunteer Fire Department and helped with many fundraising activities through the years.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was also a charter member of the Neosho Valley 4-H club, remaining involved in various project leadership roles as an adult.

He married a school teacher, Frances Cleveland, and they had four children: Darrel, Karen, David and Kala.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents, wife Frances in 1977, brothers: Chris and Ray and sister Esther Griffith. He is survived by his children: Darrel (Janice) Nielsen, of Dunlap, Karen (John) Bishop, of Emporia, David Nielsen, of Dunlap and Kala (Mike) Wengler, of Aurora, NE; 6 grandchildren; several great grandkids, who affectionately called him G.P. Pa; sisters: Elsie Anderson, of Americus, Mary Keen, of Edmond, OK and Dorathy Ratcliff, of Durant, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the Dunlap Fire Department or any Morris County 4-H Club and may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.&nbsp;

Dale Herman Nielsen, 94, of Dunlap, passed away April 6, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born to N.H. (Herman) and Margarethe Nielsen on their farm near Americus, on June 24, 1926. After moving to a farm near Dunlap, he attended the Dunlap Schools.Growing up during the Great Depression, hard work and sacrifice was the norm.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved the outdoors and farmed as long as health permitted.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also worked for Western Grain Mill and drove trucks, not leaving much idle time for the fishing he enjoyed.He, along with friends and neighbors were instrumental in starting the Dunlap Volunteer Fire Department and helped with many fundraising activities through the years.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was also a charter member of the Neosho Valley 4-H club, remaining involved in various project leadership roles as an adult.He married a school teacher, Frances Cleveland, and they had four children: Darrel, Karen, David and Kala.Dale was preceded in death by his parents, wife Frances in 1977, brothers: Chris and Ray and sister Esther Griffith. He is survived by his children: Darrel (Janice) Nielsen, of Dunlap, Karen (John) Bishop, of Emporia, David Nielsen, of Dunlap and Kala (Mike) Wengler, of Aurora, NE; 6 grandchildren; several great grandkids, who affectionately called him G.P. Pa; sisters: Elsie Anderson, of Americus, Mary Keen, of Edmond, OK and Dorathy Ratcliff, of Durant, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews.Private graveside services will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the Dunlap Fire Department or any Morris County 4-H Club and may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.&nbsp;

Dale Herman Nielsen

Robert Colman Bruce "Bob," 92, of Junction City, KS, peacefully passed away at his home with family at his bedside on March 19, 2021. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A private graveside service will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021, 1:00pm, at the Highland Cemetery of Junction City, 703 West Ash Street, Junction City, KS 66441, followed by a Celebration of Life. Bob was born on July 17, 1928, Junction City, Kansas, to Colman and Nina (Archbold) Bruce. He grew up as a native of Junction City graduating from Junction City high School class of 1946. He met the love of his life, Vivian Louise Peck, and they married March 05, 1950. After a long year of being quarantined related to Covid-19, they were able to celebrate their 71st anniversary with lunch at Stacy’s Restaurant the day before Bob’s health decline. Lifetime residents of Junction City, Bob and Vivian have long been advocates for the city and instilled in family and others the importance of supporting local small businesses. Bob was always a hard worker. Even before his graduation of high school, he could be seen at his father's business watching and learning the family trade. He later came to own the business, Junction City/Fort Riley/Manhattan Transportation, and was not only the owner but also a dedicated mechanic. Bob's friendly face was a welcome sight at JC Transit several days a week up until two years ago! In his valuable spare time, he loved to work on his home. He was constantly upgrading and fixing things. He also had a love of woodworking. He was a member of the "McDonalds Breakfast Club" where he and several friends would meet for coffee. He and Vivian also met with other members of the class of '46 to have lunch at Stacy's Restaurant. Above all, Bob was a devoted husband, loving father, adoring grandfather and great-grandfather, and loyal friend. Bob is survived by his loving family: wife, Vivian of Junction City, KS; his three sons, David (Dara) Bruce of Junction City, KS, Cary (Pam) Bruce of Olathe, KS, and Craig (Tammy) Bruce of Junction City, KS; six grandchildren, Erin (Paul) Iacobucci, Tyler (Kate) Bruce, Jordan (Jake) Persun, Michael Bruce, Megan Bruce, and Caleb Bruce; four great-grandchildren, Rocco Iacobucci, Talia Iacobucci, Alice Bruce, and Kieran Bruce; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters Virginia Hixon and Betty Miller. Memorials are suggested to Accord Hospice of Manhattan, 3246 Kimball Ave., Manhattan, KS 66503 or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert Colman Bruce "Bob," 92, of Junction City, KS, peacefully passed away at his home with family at his bedside on March 19, 2021. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A private graveside service will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021, 1:00pm, at the Highland Cemetery of Junction City, 703 West Ash Street, Junction City, KS 66441, followed by a Celebration of Life. Bob was born on July 17, 1928, Junction City, Kansas, to Colman and Nina (Archbold) Bruce. He grew up as a native of Junction City graduating from Junction City high School class of 1946. He met the love of his life, Vivian Louise Peck, and they married March 05, 1950. After a long year of being quarantined related to Covid-19, they were able to celebrate their 71st anniversary with lunch at Stacy’s Restaurant the day before Bob’s health decline. Lifetime residents of Junction City, Bob and Vivian have long been advocates for the city and instilled in family and others the importance of supporting local small businesses. Bob was always a hard worker. Even before his graduation of high school, he could be seen at his father's business watching and learning the family trade. He later came to own the business, Junction City/Fort Riley/Manhattan Transportation, and was not only the owner but also a dedicated mechanic. Bob's friendly face was a welcome sight at JC Transit several days a week up until two years ago! In his valuable spare time, he loved to work on his home. He was constantly upgrading and fixing things. He also had a love of woodworking. He was a member of the "McDonalds Breakfast Club" where he and several friends would meet for coffee. He and Vivian also met with other members of the class of '46 to have lunch at Stacy's Restaurant. Above all, Bob was a devoted husband, loving father, adoring grandfather and great-grandfather, and loyal friend. Bob is survived by his loving family: wife, Vivian of Junction City, KS; his three sons, David (Dara) Bruce of Junction City, KS, Cary (Pam) Bruce of Olathe, KS, and Craig (Tammy) Bruce of Junction City, KS; six grandchildren, Erin (Paul) Iacobucci, Tyler (Kate) Bruce, Jordan (Jake) Persun, Michael Bruce, Megan Bruce, and Caleb Bruce; four great-grandchildren, Rocco Iacobucci, Talia Iacobucci, Alice Bruce, and Kieran Bruce; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters Virginia Hixon and Betty Miller. Memorials are suggested to Accord Hospice of Manhattan, 3246 Kimball Ave., Manhattan, KS 66503 or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert Colman Bruce

Marilyn Jean Luthi, age 77 of Wakefield, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

She was born on October 16, 1943 in Kansas City, Kansas, the daughter of Robert and Florence Elizabeth (Adams) Duncan.

On February 12, 1965 in Leonardville, she married Gerald Dean Luthi.  He survives of the home.

Marilyn graduated from Crum’s Beauty School and following college, owned and operated Ole’s Place in Leonardville, cooked at the Clay County Medical Center and Leonardville Nursing Home and worked at Ray’s IGA during her career.  She was a member of the Clay Center Covenant Church and enjoyed gardening, flowers and sewing.  Her greatest joy was her grandchildren.



In addition to her husband Jerry, she is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Dugan and husband Charles of Leonardville and Jerrilyn Hendrickson and husband Ronald of Clifton; four grandchildren, Isabella Dugan (Nathan Birney), Cierra Dugan (Trevor Klein), Robert Hendrickson and Annalea Hendrickson; one great grandchild on the way and many cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two siblings, Richard Duncan and Deana Duncan.


The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 12, 2021 at the Clay Center Covenant Church with Pastor Brad Mann officiating. Burial will be in the Highland Cemetery in Wakefield.

Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Marilyn Jean Luthi, age 77 of Wakefield, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

She was born on October 16, 1943 in Kansas City, Kansas, the daughter of Robert and Florence Elizabeth (Adams) Duncan.

On February 12, 1965 in Leonardville, she married Gerald Dean Luthi. He survives of the home.

Marilyn graduated from Crum’s Beauty School and following college, owned and operated Ole’s Place in Leonardville, cooked at the Clay County Medical Center and Leonardville Nursing Home and worked at Ray’s IGA during her career. She was a member of the Clay Center Covenant Church and enjoyed gardening, flowers and sewing. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband Jerry, she is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Dugan and husband Charles of Leonardville and Jerrilyn Hendrickson and husband Ronald of Clifton; four grandchildren, Isabella Dugan (Nathan Birney), Cierra Dugan (Trevor Klein), Robert Hendrickson and Annalea Hendrickson; one great grandchild on the way and many cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two siblings, Richard Duncan and Deana Duncan.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 12, 2021 at the Clay Center Covenant Church with Pastor Brad Mann officiating. Burial will be in the Highland Cemetery in Wakefield.

Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Marilyn Jean Luthi

Daniel Raymond Meek, age 63, of Manhattan, died April 7, 2021, at the Midland House of Midland Care Hospice in Topeka. He was born December 2, 1957, the son of John H. and Mildred Louise (McLaughlin) Meek. He grew up in Chapman and graduated from Chapman High School in 1976. Dan worked for Housing and Dining at Kansas State University from July 1989 to April 2015, first as a Storekeeper and later as Warehouse Manager. He also was a handyman and property manger for several rentals in Manhattan. He enjoyed playing golf and cards but most all of he loved his family. Dan was married to Debra Lehmkuhl in 1991 in Manhattan. They later divorced. Survivors include his two children: Danielle Hopkins and her husband Harry of Oskaloosa and Donovan Meek of Manhattan; one grandson Jaxson Leinbaugh; and eight siblings: John Meek, Barbara Ridgway, Tom Meek, Bob Meek, Madeline Kammer, Karl Meek, Diane Bond and Michelle Crissup. Dan was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation is planned with private family service Memorial contributions may be made to Indian Hill Golf Course in Chapman. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Daniel Raymond Meek, age 63, of Manhattan, died April 7, 2021, at the Midland House of Midland Care Hospice in Topeka. He was born December 2, 1957, the son of John H. and Mildred Louise (McLaughlin) Meek. He grew up in Chapman and graduated from Chapman High School in 1976. Dan worked for Housing and Dining at Kansas State University from July 1989 to April 2015, first as a Storekeeper and later as Warehouse Manager. He also was a handyman and property manger for several rentals in Manhattan. He enjoyed playing golf and cards but most all of he loved his family. Dan was married to Debra Lehmkuhl in 1991 in Manhattan. They later divorced. Survivors include his two children: Danielle Hopkins and her husband Harry of Oskaloosa and Donovan Meek of Manhattan; one grandson Jaxson Leinbaugh; and eight siblings: John Meek, Barbara Ridgway, Tom Meek, Bob Meek, Madeline Kammer, Karl Meek, Diane Bond and Michelle Crissup. Dan was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation is planned with private family service Memorial contributions may be made to Indian Hill Golf Course in Chapman. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Daniel Raymond Meek

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, friend, baseball fan, and public servant, Robert D. (Bob) Linder was at home in Manhattan, Kansas when he left this earth to be with his Lord early Easter Sunday morning&nbsp; April 4,&nbsp; 2021 at the age of 87. Born in Salina, Kansas, on 6 October 1933, he was the first of Orel Andrew Linder and Minnie Izetta Bickel Linder’s four boys. The Great Depression, which presented his working-class family with many hardships, was no indication of what future his talents, intellect, and hard work would produce, but the circumstances of his humble beginnings were a powerful force that would inform his perspective; the expansive, creative spirit of the Great Plains would never leave him. With faith in God, a good sense of humor, and a keen, curious mind, Linder was blessed with a rich life filled with family, friends, baseball, and scholarly adventure. From a young age, Linder developed a love for baseball, an interest he shared with his father who once, at great cost, took young Bobby on an overnight bus ride to see the St. Louis Cardinals play, then the closest professional team, where he cheered on Stan the Man Musial and other heroes of the day. He returned to organize his local neighborhood team into serious ball players by having them each sign a contract committing to a fee of 1 cent if they missed a practice. Linder excelled at sports during his high school days, setting track records and wrestling for Salina High School, from which he graduated in 1951. He also continued perfecting his game of baseball, playing with zeal and at a standard that put him on the path of playing professionally, but eventually turning down a Triple A contract with the White Sox to attend college. He would never fully leave his love of baseball behind and even taught a hugely popular course on the History of Baseball in American Culture, gave talks at Society for American Baseball Research conferences, and always enjoyed attending Kansas City Royals games, and spring training camps, especially in his latter years. After high school, Linder moved to Chicago to receive Biblical training at Moody Bible Institute, the institution he credited for developing his ability to write well; on the side, he washed windows part-time in downtown Chicago, amongst other jobs, to make ends meet. After his stint in Chicago, he returned to Kansas where he was awarded scholarships to study for his BS in Education with an emphasis in History from Kansas State Teachers College, now Emporia State University, earning his degree in 1956. While at college in Emporia, he discovered his passion for history and met and married his wife of 63 years, Jean Ann Burch. Around this time, while exploring different career paths, he also earned a couple of seminary degrees. From Emporia, he went on to the University of Iowa from where he obtained an MA and PhD in History in l960 and l963, respectively. In this period of his life, he also served in the US Army Reserves for eight years, retiring with the rank of Captain. Linder began his teaching career at William Jewell College, Liberty, Missouri, in l963. In l965, he joined the History Department at Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, where he went on to teach for more than 50 years. In 2003, he was named University Distinguished Professor of History and retired, Emeritus, in 2018. His years of post-doctoral study while on sabbatical, first at Oxford University, England in 1974 and again at Cambridge University, England in 1986, were among some of the happiest times of his life, particularly his days in Oxford when his family was alongside him and where on weekends they explored the nooks and crannies of the country’s storied castles, haunted places, and battlefields, and he enjoyed multiple trips to the European continent driving as far as from Oxford to Moscow by car. During his lifetime he wrote and published extensively in the fields of religion and politics, writing or editing 17 books and publishing more than one hundred scholarly papers and articles. His latest major project, a seminal work on the history of Evangelicals in Australia which he co-authored with Australian scholar, Stuart Piggin, was the culmination of 30 years of research and parts of multiple decades spent on the continent Down Under. Published in two volumes (2018 and 2020) the book has received critical acclaim. During his time there, Linder developed many close and enduring relationships with his Australian counterparts. He loved the Out Back as he did the Great Plains and acquired the nickname “Crocodile Bob.” A lifelong educator, Linder was also a public servant. Elected to the Manhattan City Commission in 1969 and again in 1975, he served two four-years terms that included two stints as mayor of the city. Among his proudest accomplishments on the city commission were his successful negotiations with Union Pacific Railroad in Omaha, Nebraska to secure the railroad right of way for the city to build what is now Ft. Riley Blvd., his advocacy for the location of Manhattan Town Center in its current location to re-anchor the downtown as the city began to expand westward, and his work to desegregate the city cemetery in the 1970s. Issues of community and working for social justice were always high on his agenda. Linder may be best known for his passion for teaching, drive for excellence, and unquenchable thirst for knowledge which he felt compelled to share with the tens of thousands of students who passed through his many classes, a great number of whom he regarded as true friends. He also was known for and fond of saying, “the more you know, the more you know!!” His most precious treasure, however, was his family to whom he was dedicated, and his grace-filled wife who was his source of strength and north star. He was immensely proud of his children and grandchildren and missed them greatly whenever they were out of his presence. Bob Linder is preceded in death by his older sister Jean Bishop (Lincoln, KS), brother Richard Linder (Lindsborg, KS); and survived by his wife, Jean Ann Burch Linder, four children and six grandchildren, known to them from time to time as Grandpa Snazzy. Children: Whitney Linder Claridge (Andrew), Leighton Buzzard, England; Gretchen Linder, Chicago, IL; Inge Linder Gaillard (Benoit), Grenoble France; Lincoln Linder (Adriana), Miami, FL. Brothers: James Linder, Texarkana, TX, and William Linder, Lindsborg, KS. Grandchildren: Isaac Claridge, Owen Claridge, Ella Claridge, Pierre Gaillard, Bella Linder and Audrey Linder, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas State University Foundation Robert D. Linder History Scholarship. Respect calls may be made at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon, 11 April, between noon and 5 p.m. Memorials in memory of Mr. Linder may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, friend, baseball fan, and public servant, Robert D. (Bob) Linder was at home in Manhattan, Kansas when he left this earth to be with his Lord early Easter Sunday morning&nbsp; April 4,&nbsp; 2021 at the age of 87. Born in Salina, Kansas, on 6 October 1933, he was the first of Orel Andrew Linder and Minnie Izetta Bickel Linder’s four boys. The Great Depression, which presented his working-class family with many hardships, was no indication of what future his talents, intellect, and hard work would produce, but the circumstances of his humble beginnings were a powerful force that would inform his perspective; the expansive, creative spirit of the Great Plains would never leave him. With faith in God, a good sense of humor, and a keen, curious mind, Linder was blessed with a rich life filled with family, friends, baseball, and scholarly adventure. From a young age, Linder developed a love for baseball, an interest he shared with his father who once, at great cost, took young Bobby on an overnight bus ride to see the St. Louis Cardinals play, then the closest professional team, where he cheered on Stan the Man Musial and other heroes of the day. He returned to organize his local neighborhood team into serious ball players by having them each sign a contract committing to a fee of 1 cent if they missed a practice. Linder excelled at sports during his high school days, setting track records and wrestling for Salina High School, from which he graduated in 1951. He also continued perfecting his game of baseball, playing with zeal and at a standard that put him on the path of playing professionally, but eventually turning down a Triple A contract with the White Sox to attend college. He would never fully leave his love of baseball behind and even taught a hugely popular course on the History of Baseball in American Culture, gave talks at Society for American Baseball Research conferences, and always enjoyed attending Kansas City Royals games, and spring training camps, especially in his latter years. After high school, Linder moved to Chicago to receive Biblical training at Moody Bible Institute, the institution he credited for developing his ability to write well; on the side, he washed windows part-time in downtown Chicago, amongst other jobs, to make ends meet. After his stint in Chicago, he returned to Kansas where he was awarded scholarships to study for his BS in Education with an emphasis in History from Kansas State Teachers College, now Emporia State University, earning his degree in 1956. While at college in Emporia, he discovered his passion for history and met and married his wife of 63 years, Jean Ann Burch. Around this time, while exploring different career paths, he also earned a couple of seminary degrees. From Emporia, he went on to the University of Iowa from where he obtained an MA and PhD in History in l960 and l963, respectively. In this period of his life, he also served in the US Army Reserves for eight years, retiring with the rank of Captain. Linder began his teaching career at William Jewell College, Liberty, Missouri, in l963. In l965, he joined the History Department at Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, where he went on to teach for more than 50 years. In 2003, he was named University Distinguished Professor of History and retired, Emeritus, in 2018. His years of post-doctoral study while on sabbatical, first at Oxford University, England in 1974 and again at Cambridge University, England in 1986, were among some of the happiest times of his life, particularly his days in Oxford when his family was alongside him and where on weekends they explored the nooks and crannies of the country’s storied castles, haunted places, and battlefields, and he enjoyed multiple trips to the European continent driving as far as from Oxford to Moscow by car. During his lifetime he wrote and published extensively in the fields of religion and politics, writing or editing 17 books and publishing more than one hundred scholarly papers and articles. His latest major project, a seminal work on the history of Evangelicals in Australia which he co-authored with Australian scholar, Stuart Piggin, was the culmination of 30 years of research and parts of multiple decades spent on the continent Down Under. Published in two volumes (2018 and 2020) the book has received critical acclaim. During his time there, Linder developed many close and enduring relationships with his Australian counterparts. He loved the Out Back as he did the Great Plains and acquired the nickname “Crocodile Bob.” A lifelong educator, Linder was also a public servant. Elected to the Manhattan City Commission in 1969 and again in 1975, he served two four-years terms that included two stints as mayor of the city. Among his proudest accomplishments on the city commission were his successful negotiations with Union Pacific Railroad in Omaha, Nebraska to secure the railroad right of way for the city to build what is now Ft. Riley Blvd., his advocacy for the location of Manhattan Town Center in its current location to re-anchor the downtown as the city began to expand westward, and his work to desegregate the city cemetery in the 1970s. Issues of community and working for social justice were always high on his agenda. Linder may be best known for his passion for teaching, drive for excellence, and unquenchable thirst for knowledge which he felt compelled to share with the tens of thousands of students who passed through his many classes, a great number of whom he regarded as true friends. He also was known for and fond of saying, “the more you know, the more you know!!” His most precious treasure, however, was his family to whom he was dedicated, and his grace-filled wife who was his source of strength and north star. He was immensely proud of his children and grandchildren and missed them greatly whenever they were out of his presence. Bob Linder is preceded in death by his older sister Jean Bishop (Lincoln, KS), brother Richard Linder (Lindsborg, KS); and survived by his wife, Jean Ann Burch Linder, four children and six grandchildren, known to them from time to time as Grandpa Snazzy. Children: Whitney Linder Claridge (Andrew), Leighton Buzzard, England; Gretchen Linder, Chicago, IL; Inge Linder Gaillard (Benoit), Grenoble France; Lincoln Linder (Adriana), Miami, FL. Brothers: James Linder, Texarkana, TX, and William Linder, Lindsborg, KS. Grandchildren: Isaac Claridge, Owen Claridge, Ella Claridge, Pierre Gaillard, Bella Linder and Audrey Linder, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas State University Foundation Robert D. Linder History Scholarship. Respect calls may be made at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon, 11 April, between noon and 5 p.m. Memorials in memory of Mr. Linder may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Robert D. (Bob) Linder

Wanda (Patnode) Shockey passed away on April 6, 2021 in Manhattan, Kansas, after a long courageous battle with Parkinson’s. Wanda was born on September 10, 1946 in Manhattan, the daughter of Orval and Dorothy (Sackrider) Patnode., she is the sister of Linda (Patnode) Letterman. Wanda was a life-long resident of the community. Wanda attended schools in Manhattan, and graduated from Manhattan High School in 1964. She was also a graduate of Kansas State University with a degree in Business Administration in 1968. After graduation she started working at the Manhattan Public Library. Wanda was the business manager at the library with responsibilities that included payroll and budget for more than 40 years. Wanda was joined in marriage with James Shockey in Manhattan and blessed with on son, Michael Shockey. Wanda was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the Riley County Genealogical Society. She enjoyed researching her ancestry and discovering her French-Canadian origins. She was proud to know her ancestors were part of the first colonizers of “New France”, the Isle de Orleans, an island across the bridge from Quebec. Wanda enjoyed many hobbies, including her Barbie Doll collections and Elvis memorabilia. A special memory of hers was attending an Elvis Presley Concert in Kansas City in 1977. She also enjoyed watching the cooking show The Pioneer Woman, and collected various items from the Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. She enjoyed cruising down Poyntz in the “Frog”, her big green Buick, with her chocolate malt and cherry mash. Most recently Wanda enjoyed cruising with her son in his red Camaro. She took a pleasure in car racing at the Manhattan Raceway, where she won many trophies. As a child Wanda enjoyed constructing furniture for her sister’s dollhouse and was gifted in sewing clothes for many of her dolls. She inherited her skills in carpentry from her grandfather, Alvin Patnode. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Orval and Dorothy Patnode, and her ex-husband James Shockey. She is survived by her son Michael Shockey, sister Linda (Patnode) Letterman and her husband Winston, and her long-time friend, Don Ford; also, her many cousins and life-long friends. The family will greet friends during a visitation on Tuesday April 13, 2021 from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. A private graveside service will be held on April 14, 2021 at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Wanda to the Manhattan Public Library. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wanda (Patnode) Shockey passed away on April 6, 2021 in Manhattan, Kansas, after a long courageous battle with Parkinson’s. Wanda was born on September 10, 1946 in Manhattan, the daughter of Orval and Dorothy (Sackrider) Patnode., she is the sister of Linda (Patnode) Letterman. Wanda was a life-long resident of the community. Wanda attended schools in Manhattan, and graduated from Manhattan High School in 1964. She was also a graduate of Kansas State University with a degree in Business Administration in 1968. After graduation she started working at the Manhattan Public Library. Wanda was the business manager at the library with responsibilities that included payroll and budget for more than 40 years. Wanda was joined in marriage with James Shockey in Manhattan and blessed with on son, Michael Shockey. Wanda was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the Riley County Genealogical Society. She enjoyed researching her ancestry and discovering her French-Canadian origins. She was proud to know her ancestors were part of the first colonizers of “New France”, the Isle de Orleans, an island across the bridge from Quebec. Wanda enjoyed many hobbies, including her Barbie Doll collections and Elvis memorabilia. A special memory of hers was attending an Elvis Presley Concert in Kansas City in 1977. She also enjoyed watching the cooking show The Pioneer Woman, and collected various items from the Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. She enjoyed cruising down Poyntz in the “Frog”, her big green Buick, with her chocolate malt and cherry mash. Most recently Wanda enjoyed cruising with her son in his red Camaro. She took a pleasure in car racing at the Manhattan Raceway, where she won many trophies. As a child Wanda enjoyed constructing furniture for her sister’s dollhouse and was gifted in sewing clothes for many of her dolls. She inherited her skills in carpentry from her grandfather, Alvin Patnode. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Orval and Dorothy Patnode, and her ex-husband James Shockey. She is survived by her son Michael Shockey, sister Linda (Patnode) Letterman and her husband Winston, and her long-time friend, Don Ford; also, her many cousins and life-long friends. The family will greet friends during a visitation on Tuesday April 13, 2021 from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. A private graveside service will be held on April 14, 2021 at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Wanda to the Manhattan Public Library. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wanda (Patnode) Shockey 

Jeanette Ann Auld, age 74, of Manhattan, died April 6, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan. She was born June 26, 1946, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Calvin and Pauline (Murphy) Conwell. The family moved to Alta Vista early when she was about 1, and then lived with grandparents Conwell for several years while their house was being built. Jeanette graduated from Alta Vista High School. On September 25, 1964, at the Welcome Presbyterian Church in Alta Vista, she was married to James H. Auld. Jeanette worked at Kansas State University in Housing and Dining and was the supervisor for the RA’s at residence halls and worked on matching up roommates. She enjoyed camping and fishing but he times she enjoyed the most was spent with her family and grandchildren. Survivors include one son: James Lee Auld and his wife Kari of Olathe, KS; two daughters: Shelly Pauline Colvin and her husband Steven of Springfield, MO, and Stephanie Lynn Torres and her husband Enrique of St. George, KS; one sister Sharon Hoffman and her husband Kip of Alta Vista, KS; nine grandchildren: James, Tyler, Chloe, Leea and Bailey Auld, Samuel and Savanna Colvin, and Melanie and Olivia Torres-Auld; one great granddaughter Addison Auld and the second great grandchild expected soon. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17th, at her home, 1301 Zeandale Road, Manhattan. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeanette Ann Auld, age 74, of Manhattan, died April 6, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan. She was born June 26, 1946, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Calvin and Pauline (Murphy) Conwell. The family moved to Alta Vista early when she was about 1, and then lived with grandparents Conwell for several years while their house was being built. Jeanette graduated from Alta Vista High School. On September 25, 1964, at the Welcome Presbyterian Church in Alta Vista, she was married to James H. Auld. Jeanette worked at Kansas State University in Housing and Dining and was the supervisor for the RA’s at residence halls and worked on matching up roommates. She enjoyed camping and fishing but he times she enjoyed the most was spent with her family and grandchildren. Survivors include one son: James Lee Auld and his wife Kari of Olathe, KS; two daughters: Shelly Pauline Colvin and her husband Steven of Springfield, MO, and Stephanie Lynn Torres and her husband Enrique of St. George, KS; one sister Sharon Hoffman and her husband Kip of Alta Vista, KS; nine grandchildren: James, Tyler, Chloe, Leea and Bailey Auld, Samuel and Savanna Colvin, and Melanie and Olivia Torres-Auld; one great granddaughter Addison Auld and the second great grandchild expected soon. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17th, at her home, 1301 Zeandale Road, Manhattan. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeanette Ann Auld

Dr. Ann Elizabeth Liston, 83, formerly of Hays, died Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Wilson Care and Rehab in Wilson, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 6, 1937, and considered Harlan, Iowa, her hometown.

Ann earned her master’s degree from Michigan State University, was a fan of Spartan football and left her collection of American needlework (one of her areas of specific study) to MSU.&nbsp; Ann received her doctorate from Ohio State University.

She joined the faculty at Fort Hays State University in 1968 where she spent her entire career. She was a professor of history, an advisor, and retired as chair of her department.&nbsp; While at FHSU, Ann served on many committees, including the department scholarship committee, and she sponsored Phi Alpha Theta, a history honor society. &nbsp;She supported student involvement in the Ellis County Historical Society and served as curator of history at FHSU’s Sternberg Museum of Natural History.&nbsp;Ann also was a member of the Kansas Humanities Council Speakers Bureau.&nbsp;In the community, she was a Hays Public Library board member, an active participant in Friends of the Library, and encouraged library music programs. &nbsp; Ann was a member of the Hays Medical Center Auxiliary.&nbsp;She also led book discussions, part of the Talk About Literature in Kansas program of the humanities council.

Ann was an avid fan of jazz and other forms of music and, according to the musicians she knew, a great listener.&nbsp; Musicians and teachers&nbsp;Brad Dawson and Luke Johnson from the Hays area showed their appreciation by playing at Ann's birthday celebrations at Wilson Care and Rehab.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Ann’s father, Glen Liston, was a journalist, photographer and newspaper editor.&nbsp; Her mother, Mildred, was highly educated at a time when it was unusual for women.&nbsp; She taught home economics, currently Family and Consumer Science.

Survivors include friends Kate Dutton Coddington&nbsp;of Wamego, Kansas; Elaine Garrison&nbsp;of Kansas City, Missouri; and former students and colleagues at FHSU.

Honorary pallbearers are Richard "Junior" Brown; Dr. David Goodlett;&nbsp;Andrew Warren; Gerald Spaits; Ben Markley; and Clint Ashlock.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Ann’s longtime partner, the late “Frank” (Francis) Windholz, rests in the Gorham, Kansas, cemetery.&nbsp; Ann’s brother Philip, sister Susan, and their parents also preceded Ann in death.

Per her request, Ann has been cremated.&nbsp; While circumstances do not allow for a service now, a musical celebration of Ann’s life is planned for early August. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; 

Memorial donations are suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains and Friends of the (Hays Public) Library, specified for music programming in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

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 </figure>Dr. Ann Elizabeth Liston, 83, formerly of Hays, died Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Wilson Care and Rehab in Wilson, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 6, 1937, and considered Harlan, Iowa, her hometown.Ann earned her master’s degree from Michigan State University, was a fan of Spartan football and left her collection of American needlework (one of her areas of specific study) to MSU.&nbsp; Ann received her doctorate from Ohio State University.She joined the faculty at Fort Hays State University in 1968 where she spent her entire career. She was a professor of history, an advisor, and retired as chair of her department.&nbsp; While at FHSU, Ann served on many committees, including the department scholarship committee, and she sponsored Phi Alpha Theta, a history honor society. &nbsp;She supported student involvement in the Ellis County Historical Society and served as curator of history at FHSU’s Sternberg Museum of Natural History.&nbsp;Ann also was a member of the Kansas Humanities Council Speakers Bureau.&nbsp;In the community, she was a Hays Public Library board member, an active participant in Friends of the Library, and encouraged library music programs. &nbsp; Ann was a member of the Hays Medical Center Auxiliary.&nbsp;She also led book discussions, part of the Talk About Literature in Kansas program of the humanities council.Ann was an avid fan of jazz and other forms of music and, according to the musicians she knew, a great listener.&nbsp; Musicians and teachers&nbsp;Brad Dawson and Luke Johnson from the Hays area showed their appreciation by playing at Ann's birthday celebrations at Wilson Care and Rehab.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Ann’s father, Glen Liston, was a journalist, photographer and newspaper editor.&nbsp; Her mother, Mildred, was highly educated at a time when it was unusual for women.&nbsp; She taught home economics, currently Family and Consumer Science.Survivors include friends Kate Dutton Coddington&nbsp;of Wamego, Kansas; Elaine Garrison&nbsp;of Kansas City, Missouri; and former students and colleagues at FHSU.Honorary pallbearers are Richard "Junior" Brown; Dr. David Goodlett;&nbsp;Andrew Warren; Gerald Spaits; Ben Markley; and Clint Ashlock.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Ann’s longtime partner, the late “Frank” (Francis) Windholz, rests in the Gorham, Kansas, cemetery.&nbsp; Ann’s brother Philip, sister Susan, and their parents also preceded Ann in death.Per her request, Ann has been cremated.&nbsp; While circumstances do not allow for a service now, a musical celebration of Ann’s life is planned for early August. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Memorial donations are suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains and Friends of the (Hays Public) Library, specified for music programming in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

Dr. Ann Elizabeth Liston

Edmond “Ed” D. Gaumond, 43 of Chapman passed away Monday, April 4, 2021. He was born August 30, 1977 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Edmond W. Gaumond and step-mother Jennifer Gaumond. In 1998 he enlisted in the United States Army. He retired from the Army in 2017, serving 19 years 9 months. On February 13, 2015 he was united in marriage to Amanda Parrish in Abilene, Kansas.&nbsp; Ed was a member of the Chapman American Legion Post 240.

 He is survived by his loving wife Amanda of the home. Children: Adam Gaumond (Vicky); Eddie Gaumond (Samantha); Benjamin Gaumond; Mia Guamond; Hope Gaumond; Catherine Mitchell; and April Mitchell. Grandchildren: Effie Austin; Daxon Gaumond; Edmond Gaumond; and Owen Gaumond. His dad and step-mother, Edmond and Jennifer Gaumond. Step-brothers, Sean Lee and Justin Lee and his mother-in-law, Kerry Ware. He was preceded in death by his mother, Darlene.

 The family has chosen cremation. A Celebration of Life Service with Military Honors will be held 1:00 p.m.., Friday, April 9, 2021 at Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel in Chapman. The family suggests memorials be given the Chapman American Legion Post 240. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;

Edmond “Ed” D. Gaumond, 43 of Chapman passed away Monday, April 4, 2021. He was born August 30, 1977 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Edmond W. Gaumond and step-mother Jennifer Gaumond. In 1998 he enlisted in the United States Army. He retired from the Army in 2017, serving 19 years 9 months. On February 13, 2015 he was united in marriage to Amanda Parrish in Abilene, Kansas.&nbsp; Ed was a member of the Chapman American Legion Post 240. He is survived by his loving wife Amanda of the home. Children: Adam Gaumond (Vicky); Eddie Gaumond (Samantha); Benjamin Gaumond; Mia Guamond; Hope Gaumond; Catherine Mitchell; and April Mitchell. Grandchildren: Effie Austin; Daxon Gaumond; Edmond Gaumond; and Owen Gaumond. His dad and step-mother, Edmond and Jennifer Gaumond. Step-brothers, Sean Lee and Justin Lee and his mother-in-law, Kerry Ware. He was preceded in death by his mother, Darlene. The family has chosen cremation. A Celebration of Life Service with Military Honors will be held 1:00 p.m.., Friday, April 9, 2021 at Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel in Chapman. The family suggests memorials be given the Chapman American Legion Post 240. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;

Edmond “Ed” D. Gaumond

Gregory A. Harris, 64 of Junction City, KS passed away on March 31,2021 at his residence.

Family members noted that Gregory was born October 30,1956, to the late Velma Lee Deal and Hershel Hamilton Harris in Los Angeles, CA. Gregory served honorably in the US Army for over 15 years. He was employed as a Logistical Management &nbsp;Specialist at the United States Army Network Enterprise center on Fort Riley for 28 years.

Gregory was united in marriage to Yvonne on August 24, 1984 in Zweibrucken, Germany. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne Harris, Daughter, Angela Hertlein, Son, Manuel Hertlein along with 5 grandchildren, Samantha Hertlein, Christopher Hertlein, Allen Hertlein, Juliana Hertlein and Vanessa Hertlein. Gregory also had 2 beautiful great granddaughters, Kaycee Hertlein and Towana Hertlein.

A visitation will be held at Carlson’s Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation on Friday April 9th&nbsp;between 5:00p and 8:00 p.m.

Gregory A. Harris, 64 of Junction City, KS passed away on March 31,2021 at his residence.Family members noted that Gregory was born October 30,1956, to the late Velma Lee Deal and Hershel Hamilton Harris in Los Angeles, CA. Gregory served honorably in the US Army for over 15 years. He was employed as a Logistical Management &nbsp;Specialist at the United States Army Network Enterprise center on Fort Riley for 28 years.Gregory was united in marriage to Yvonne on August 24, 1984 in Zweibrucken, Germany. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne Harris, Daughter, Angela Hertlein, Son, Manuel Hertlein along with 5 grandchildren, Samantha Hertlein, Christopher Hertlein, Allen Hertlein, Juliana Hertlein and Vanessa Hertlein. Gregory also had 2 beautiful great granddaughters, Kaycee Hertlein and Towana Hertlein.A visitation will be held at Carlson’s Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation on Friday April 9th&nbsp;between 5:00p and 8:00 p.m.

Gregory A. Harris

Rhonda Regina Crawford, 59, of Junction City, KS passed away on March 30, 2021. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2021, 11:00 a.m. at the Pentecostal Church of Junction City, 239 W. 5th St., with Pastor William Ocean officiating. Rhonda was born on July 10, 1961, in East St. Louis, Illinois, to Parnell and Pearl (Samuel) Sain. She was raised in Illinois and as an adult, moved to Junction City, KS. While in Junction City, she met Depoet Crawford. They married on November 11, 1995. Rhonda was a member of Pentecostal Church of Junction City where she held many roles and position. She was an usher, prayer bearer, volunteered in hospitality, was a Cell Group Leader, was in the prayer band, and participated in the Women's Ministry. She also had many interests and hobbies, but above all, she was a woman of God, devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and loyal friend. Rhonda is survived by her loving family: husband, Depoet Crawford of Junction City, KS; her three children, Casey Crawford of Manhattan, KS, Justine Crawford of Glendale, AZ, and Jeffery Crawford of Camp Lejune, NC; her nine siblings Clifford Sain, Darryl Sain, Eric Sain, Mary Sain (Poolou), Towanda Patterson, Sarah Coleman, Rose Mary Princess Davis, Rosalind Renae Gladney, and Renita Sain; her two grandchildren and one that is to be expected soon; many nieces and nephews; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings Kathy Sain, Annie Sain, John Henry Sain, and Warner Sain.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rhonda Regina Crawford, 59, of Junction City, KS passed away on March 30, 2021. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2021, 11:00 a.m. at the Pentecostal Church of Junction City, 239 W. 5th St., with Pastor William Ocean officiating. Rhonda was born on July 10, 1961, in East St. Louis, Illinois, to Parnell and Pearl (Samuel) Sain. She was raised in Illinois and as an adult, moved to Junction City, KS. While in Junction City, she met Depoet Crawford. They married on November 11, 1995. Rhonda was a member of Pentecostal Church of Junction City where she held many roles and position. She was an usher, prayer bearer, volunteered in hospitality, was a Cell Group Leader, was in the prayer band, and participated in the Women's Ministry. She also had many interests and hobbies, but above all, she was a woman of God, devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and loyal friend. Rhonda is survived by her loving family: husband, Depoet Crawford of Junction City, KS; her three children, Casey Crawford of Manhattan, KS, Justine Crawford of Glendale, AZ, and Jeffery Crawford of Camp Lejune, NC; her nine siblings Clifford Sain, Darryl Sain, Eric Sain, Mary Sain (Poolou), Towanda Patterson, Sarah Coleman, Rose Mary Princess Davis, Rosalind Renae Gladney, and Renita Sain; her two grandchildren and one that is to be expected soon; many nieces and nephews; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings Kathy Sain, Annie Sain, John Henry Sain, and Warner Sain.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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