Stephen “Terry” John Gabay III passed away on January 6, 2021. He was born in 1947 in Columbus, OH, to Stephen and Katherine Gabay. He had an older sister, Chris, and two younger brothers, Bill and Scott. As children, many summers were spent in Northern Michigan with their beloved grandparents on St. Ledger Island, where he taught himself to sail. During the Vietnam War, Steve joined the Air Force and serviced autopilot systems on F-4 Phantom fighter jets. He reached the rank of Sergeant before returning home and working for the family business. He would end his professional career at Kaw Valley Engineering, retiring after 20-plus years as a bookkeeper. Steve met and romanced his wife, Cathy, over visits to Mister Donut, where he wooed her with his old diesel suburban and 10-cent coffee tips. They went on to live an adventure-filled life and owned various businesses together, including Horizon Charter Sailing and Bayview Cottages in Michigan, and The Toy Parade in Abilene/Salina, Kansas. Steve loved his family as much as he loved the open water. He was known as the man who took all of the kids in the family on boat rides, taught them how to fish, and made sailing during a sunset magical. He loved speeding through the deep, Michigan snow on his snowmobile and airsled. On Sunday mornings, you could always find him watching old westerns on AMC, and enjoying a Swiss Cake Roll with a cold glass of milk. For over 15 years, we watched his strength in his fight against cancer. We can’t imagine how hard it must have been because he never let it show. The man who smiled through it all. The man with the jokes and uncanny stories. The man with the perm. The man we will forever cherish. We will be counting the days until we see you again. Steve is preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Katherine Gabay. He is survived by his wife, Cathy, and children, Kenny, Tabatha, Adam, and Jonathon, his siblings, Chris (Martin dec.) Tuckett, Scott (Mary) Gabay, Bill (Karen) Gabay, and numerous nieces and nephews. A private Celebration of Life will be held for family this spring. Memorial contributions can be made to Les Cheneaux Maritime Museum. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Stephen “Terry” John Gabay III passed away on January 6, 2021. He was born in 1947 in Columbus, OH, to Stephen and Katherine Gabay. He had an older sister, Chris, and two younger brothers, Bill and Scott. As children, many summers were spent in Northern Michigan with their beloved grandparents on St. Ledger Island, where he taught himself to sail. During the Vietnam War, Steve joined the Air Force and serviced autopilot systems on F-4 Phantom fighter jets. He reached the rank of Sergeant before returning home and working for the family business. He would end his professional career at Kaw Valley Engineering, retiring after 20-plus years as a bookkeeper. Steve met and romanced his wife, Cathy, over visits to Mister Donut, where he wooed her with his old diesel suburban and 10-cent coffee tips. They went on to live an adventure-filled life and owned various businesses together, including Horizon Charter Sailing and Bayview Cottages in Michigan, and The Toy Parade in Abilene/Salina, Kansas. Steve loved his family as much as he loved the open water. He was known as the man who took all of the kids in the family on boat rides, taught them how to fish, and made sailing during a sunset magical. He loved speeding through the deep, Michigan snow on his snowmobile and airsled. On Sunday mornings, you could always find him watching old westerns on AMC, and enjoying a Swiss Cake Roll with a cold glass of milk. For over 15 years, we watched his strength in his fight against cancer. We can’t imagine how hard it must have been because he never let it show. The man who smiled through it all. The man with the jokes and uncanny stories. The man with the perm. The man we will forever cherish. We will be counting the days until we see you again. Steve is preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Katherine Gabay. He is survived by his wife, Cathy, and children, Kenny, Tabatha, Adam, and Jonathon, his siblings, Chris (Martin dec.) Tuckett, Scott (Mary) Gabay, Bill (Karen) Gabay, and numerous nieces and nephews. A private Celebration of Life will be held for family this spring. Memorial contributions can be made to Les Cheneaux Maritime Museum. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Stephen “Terry” John Gabay III 

Keith Eugene Rogers was born December 21, 1956 in Concordia, Kansas the son of Keith H. and Doris (Lamb) Rogers . He graduated from Abilene High School and attended one year of Vo-Tech.

Eugene was a self employed landscaper for over 20 years. He then worked for Zey's Market and West's Plaza Country Mart in Abilene. He enjoyed woodworking and fishing.

He is survived by his father Keith H. Rogers of Abilene, sister Deanna Walters of Abilene, nephews Shawn (Mindy) Walters, Amanda (Joe) Aguon, great nephew Jasper Aguon. He was preceded in death by his mother Doris and sister Rose M. Rogers.

Graveside services will be Friday, January 15, 2021at the Abilene Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elsie Brooks Cancer Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Keith Eugene Rogers was born December 21, 1956 in Concordia, Kansas the son of Keith H. and Doris (Lamb) Rogers . He graduated from Abilene High School and attended one year of Vo-Tech. Eugene was a self employed landscaper for over 20 years. He then worked for Zey's Market and West's Plaza Country Mart in Abilene. He enjoyed woodworking and fishing. He is survived by his father Keith H. Rogers of Abilene, sister Deanna Walters of Abilene, nephews Shawn (Mindy) Walters, Amanda (Joe) Aguon, great nephew Jasper Aguon. He was preceded in death by his mother Doris and sister Rose M. Rogers.Graveside services will be Friday, January 15, 2021at the Abilene Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elsie Brooks Cancer Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Keith E Rogers - December 21st, 1956-January 9th, 2021

Fred O. Beeler, age 92, of Manhattan, died January 9, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born to Marie (Burkholder) and Andrew Beeler in Junction City in 1928. Fred attended Junction City schools, graduating from Junction City High School in 1946. After graduation he worked for Mid-Continent Airlines in Kansas City, MO, and Minot, ND. He later graduated from St. Louis University’s Parks College of Aviation and worked at the Westinghouse Gas Turbine Engine facility in Kansas City and Greenville, PA. He later worked for Commercial Union Insurance Company in Kansas City and St. Louis. On March 25, 1976, in Fairway, Kansas, he was married to Dianne O’Leary. After retirement from Commercial Union he and Dianne moved to Junction City, KS. Fred worked for several happy years at Home Lumber in Junction City. Fred and Dianne moved to Manhattan in 2000. Survivors include his wife Dianne of the home; brother-in-law Dennis O’Leary and his wife Karen; two sisters-in-law Deborah O’Leary and LoRee Beeler; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. Fred was preceded in death by his parents, his brother William Beeler, step-sister LaVarne Heyl (Keith), and two brothers-in-law: Michael and Daniel O’Leary. Cremation is planned with private family services to be held at a later date. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502, is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fred O. Beeler, age 92, of Manhattan, died January 9, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born to Marie (Burkholder) and Andrew Beeler in Junction City in 1928. Fred attended Junction City schools, graduating from Junction City High School in 1946. After graduation he worked for Mid-Continent Airlines in Kansas City, MO, and Minot, ND. He later graduated from St. Louis University’s Parks College of Aviation and worked at the Westinghouse Gas Turbine Engine facility in Kansas City and Greenville, PA. He later worked for Commercial Union Insurance Company in Kansas City and St. Louis. On March 25, 1976, in Fairway, Kansas, he was married to Dianne O’Leary. After retirement from Commercial Union he and Dianne moved to Junction City, KS. Fred worked for several happy years at Home Lumber in Junction City. Fred and Dianne moved to Manhattan in 2000. Survivors include his wife Dianne of the home; brother-in-law Dennis O’Leary and his wife Karen; two sisters-in-law Deborah O’Leary and LoRee Beeler; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. Fred was preceded in death by his parents, his brother William Beeler, step-sister LaVarne Heyl (Keith), and two brothers-in-law: Michael and Daniel O’Leary. Cremation is planned with private family services to be held at a later date. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502, is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fred O. Beeler

Joseph “Joe” Wylie Cavin was born on September 1, 1949 to Lyman and Mary Cavin, in Clay Center, Kansas. They lived in Manhattan while Lyman finished school, then they moved to Wichita. Joe attended Southeast High School, graduating in 1967. After one year at K-State, Joe enlisted in the Army. He served one tour in Vietnam with the 268th Aviation Battalion as an avionics, communication and navigation radio repairman. In 1971, Joe moved back to Manhattan where he lived until his death on January 9, 2021. He was a Union carpenter in the Manhattan area. Joe’s passion for fishing started as a young boy with his Grandfather, George Wylie. He loved playing pool, gardening, many outdoor activities, and music. Music was a huge part of Joe’s life from listening, to playing his guitar and attending concerts with friends. Joe’s circle of friends and family are many, sharing his passions and swapping stories of life. Joe was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, several aunts, uncles and cousins. His family that remains are his mother: Mary Cavin; sister: Marilou Cavin (James Hopper) of Lawrence; brother: John Cavin and his family, Marie, Rachel (Quinn, Amaya and Aria) and Bobby of Dodge City; an aunt and cousins on his father and mother’s side and many friends. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Monday January 18, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas. Private Graveside services will be at a later date in the Hebron Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas. The family will hold a public service in the future when it is safe for everyone to attend. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Joseph “Joe” Wylie Cavin was born on September 1, 1949 to Lyman and Mary Cavin, in Clay Center, Kansas. They lived in Manhattan while Lyman finished school, then they moved to Wichita. Joe attended Southeast High School, graduating in 1967. After one year at K-State, Joe enlisted in the Army. He served one tour in Vietnam with the 268th Aviation Battalion as an avionics, communication and navigation radio repairman. In 1971, Joe moved back to Manhattan where he lived until his death on January 9, 2021. He was a Union carpenter in the Manhattan area. Joe’s passion for fishing started as a young boy with his Grandfather, George Wylie. He loved playing pool, gardening, many outdoor activities, and music. Music was a huge part of Joe’s life from listening, to playing his guitar and attending concerts with friends. Joe’s circle of friends and family are many, sharing his passions and swapping stories of life. Joe was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, several aunts, uncles and cousins. His family that remains are his mother: Mary Cavin; sister: Marilou Cavin (James Hopper) of Lawrence; brother: John Cavin and his family, Marie, Rachel (Quinn, Amaya and Aria) and Bobby of Dodge City; an aunt and cousins on his father and mother’s side and many friends. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Monday January 18, 2021 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas. Private Graveside services will be at a later date in the Hebron Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas. The family will hold a public service in the future when it is safe for everyone to attend. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Joseph “Joe” Wylie Cavin 

Mildred Elaine Macy, age 96, of Manhattan, went home to her Lord and Savior January 9, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. Mildred was born in Spearville, Kansas on Friday June 13, 1924. She was the only child of Earl and Maude Aikins. She moved to a farm west of White City. Later she moved into White City where she attended school and graduated from White City High School. Following graduation Mildred took a job as a nanny for a Lt. Colonel at Fort Riley. She traveled with the family to Boston to continue being a nanny for another year after the Colonel was deployed. Mildred returned to White City working as a telephone operator. She then went to work at the Hallmark Card Factory in Topeka, where she met her soon to be husband, George Howard Macy. On June 14, 1947 George took Mildred’s hand in marriage. In 1949 they returned to White City. In 1955 they moved to Alta Vista where George managed the telephone company and Mildred worked as the phone operator. They resided in Alta Vista, raising 3 children, until George’s death in 2002. Mildred then moved to Manhattan. She enjoyed walking at the mall, riding the ATA Bus, playing bingo at the Eagles Club. She never met a stranger. Mildred loved her family. She was preceded in death by her husband George; her parents; her grandson, Ross Alan Clark in 2010 and her daughter-in-law, Rhonda Macy in 2012. Mildred is survived by her son, Richard Macy (Linda) of Alta Vista, her daughters: Sharon Clark (Alan) of Manhattan, and Diana Webb (Mike) of Radcliff, Kentucky; her grandchildren: Ryan Macy (Jessica) of Kansas City, Missouri, Alison Emme (Chris) of Manhattan, Phillip Stein of Ellettsville, Indiana, Heather Waggoner of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Allen and Jennifer Webb of Radcliff, Kentucky; great-grandchildren: Alex and Sarah Emme, Jacob and Trinity Stein, and Hannah Waggoner; also many cousins, nieces and nephews. Mildred’s words of advice are: “Whenever you are feeling alone, all you have to do is look up, because there is a greater being guiding us, who is there for us. This gives us security that we are never alone.” The family thanks everyone for their support, love, and grace during this difficult time. Memorial Services for Mildred will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday January 14, 2021 at the Crestview Christian Church, 4761 Tuttle Creek Boulevard in Manhattan, with the Pastor Devin Wendt officiating. Inurnment will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday January 14 at the Alta Vista Cemetery in Alta Vista, Kansas. The Memorial Services at the church may be viewed through the Crestview Christian Church Facebook page. (facebook.com/crestviewchristian) A guestbook will be available to sign at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial funds in memory of Mildred to the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House, Crestview Christian Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Mildred Elaine Macy, age 96, of Manhattan, went home to her Lord and Savior January 9, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. Mildred was born in Spearville, Kansas on Friday June 13, 1924. She was the only child of Earl and Maude Aikins. She moved to a farm west of White City. Later she moved into White City where she attended school and graduated from White City High School. Following graduation Mildred took a job as a nanny for a Lt. Colonel at Fort Riley. She traveled with the family to Boston to continue being a nanny for another year after the Colonel was deployed. Mildred returned to White City working as a telephone operator. She then went to work at the Hallmark Card Factory in Topeka, where she met her soon to be husband, George Howard Macy. On June 14, 1947 George took Mildred’s hand in marriage. In 1949 they returned to White City. In 1955 they moved to Alta Vista where George managed the telephone company and Mildred worked as the phone operator. They resided in Alta Vista, raising 3 children, until George’s death in 2002. Mildred then moved to Manhattan. She enjoyed walking at the mall, riding the ATA Bus, playing bingo at the Eagles Club. She never met a stranger. Mildred loved her family. She was preceded in death by her husband George; her parents; her grandson, Ross Alan Clark in 2010 and her daughter-in-law, Rhonda Macy in 2012. Mildred is survived by her son, Richard Macy (Linda) of Alta Vista, her daughters: Sharon Clark (Alan) of Manhattan, and Diana Webb (Mike) of Radcliff, Kentucky; her grandchildren: Ryan Macy (Jessica) of Kansas City, Missouri, Alison Emme (Chris) of Manhattan, Phillip Stein of Ellettsville, Indiana, Heather Waggoner of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Allen and Jennifer Webb of Radcliff, Kentucky; great-grandchildren: Alex and Sarah Emme, Jacob and Trinity Stein, and Hannah Waggoner; also many cousins, nieces and nephews. Mildred’s words of advice are: “Whenever you are feeling alone, all you have to do is look up, because there is a greater being guiding us, who is there for us. This gives us security that we are never alone.” The family thanks everyone for their support, love, and grace during this difficult time. Memorial Services for Mildred will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday January 14, 2021 at the Crestview Christian Church, 4761 Tuttle Creek Boulevard in Manhattan, with the Pastor Devin Wendt officiating. Inurnment will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday January 14 at the Alta Vista Cemetery in Alta Vista, Kansas. The Memorial Services at the church may be viewed through the Crestview Christian Church Facebook page. (facebook.com/crestviewchristian) A guestbook will be available to sign at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial funds in memory of Mildred to the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House, Crestview Christian Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Mildred Elaine Macy

Sonya Dawn Kunesh, 56, of Milford, Kansas, passed away Saturday morning, January 9th, at her brother, Jeff Riffel's, home in Clay Center, Kansas. She was a retired administrator for U.S. Army contractors at Ft. Riley. Sonya was born in Anthony, Kansas on May 19, 1964, she was the daughter of the late Kathryn (Yager) Riffel and Marty Campbell. She attended and graduated from Hope High School, Hope, Kansas in 1983. Sonya is also survived by her step-father, Dennis Riffel from Milford, and her brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Kim Riffel of Clay Center along with her nieces and nephews??. Sonya was preceded in death by her parents and brother- Brad Riffel in August 2019. A private graveside service at the Highland Cemetery in Milford, Kansas will be at a later date. Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Sonya Dawn Kunesh, 56, of Milford, Kansas, passed away Saturday morning, January 9th, at her brother, Jeff Riffel's, home in Clay Center, Kansas. She was a retired administrator for U.S. Army contractors at Ft. Riley. Sonya was born in Anthony, Kansas on May 19, 1964, she was the daughter of the late Kathryn (Yager) Riffel and Marty Campbell. She attended and graduated from Hope High School, Hope, Kansas in 1983. Sonya is also survived by her step-father, Dennis Riffel from Milford, and her brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Kim Riffel of Clay Center along with her nieces and nephews??. Sonya was preceded in death by her parents and brother- Brad Riffel in August 2019. A private graveside service at the Highland Cemetery in Milford, Kansas will be at a later date. Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation is assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Sonya Dawn Kunesh

Maurice Winston Berggren, age 82 of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital.

He was born on November 12, 1938, in Leonardville, the son of Martin Luther and Agnes Cecilia (Nelson) Berggren.  He was the youngest of seven children.  He attended Leonardville Grade School and graduated from Leonardville Rural High School.  He graduated from Bethany College, majoring in Commercial Art and Art Education and completed his Master’s Degree at Kansas State University.

On December 31, 1960, he married Bonnie Jean Lundquist.  She survives of the home.

Maury taught in the Art Department at Manhattan High School for 29 years and owned Berggren’s Studio.  He was a charter member of Peace Lutheran Church.  He loved working with stained glass and fashioned many stained glass windows for churches and hospitals.  Bonnie and he enjoyed traveling the country visiting their children and grandchildren.  

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Bruce Berggren and wife Betty of North Richland Hills, Texas; one daughter, Janice Johnson and husband Paul of North Mankato, Minnesota; two sisters, Norma Coutermarsh and husband Bart of Leonardville and Lylas Schultz of Ellinwood; one sister-in-law, Jacky Berggren of Mitchell, South Dakota; seven grandchildren, Michelle Berggren, Scott Berggren, Kristianna Johnson, Makenna Johnson, Kjersten Johnson, Elizabeth Sawyers, and Alexander Sawyers and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Wendell (Betty) Berggren, Robert (Fern) Berggren, Kenneth (Elaine) Berggren, and Ralph Berggren.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. January 15, 2021, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. January 16, 2021 at Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Keith Wiens and Rev. Austin English officiating.  Burial following the service in the Walsburg Cemetery.

Due to the current times, a live stream of the service and recording will be available.  A link will be provided before the service.  The safety of our family and friends are our priority.  Virtual attendance is encouraged.  Limited seating will be available for the service inside. 

In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the Maurice Berggren Memorial Fund to be used for supporting Fine Arts Education.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Maurice Winston Berggren, age 82 of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital.He was born on November 12, 1938, in Leonardville, the son of Martin Luther and Agnes Cecilia (Nelson) Berggren. He was the youngest of seven children. He attended Leonardville Grade School and graduated from Leonardville Rural High School. He graduated from Bethany College, majoring in Commercial Art and Art Education and completed his Master’s Degree at Kansas State University.On December 31, 1960, he married Bonnie Jean Lundquist. She survives of the home.Maury taught in the Art Department at Manhattan High School for 29 years and owned Berggren’s Studio. He was a charter member of Peace Lutheran Church. He loved working with stained glass and fashioned many stained glass windows for churches and hospitals. Bonnie and he enjoyed traveling the country visiting their children and grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Bruce Berggren and wife Betty of North Richland Hills, Texas; one daughter, Janice Johnson and husband Paul of North Mankato, Minnesota; two sisters, Norma Coutermarsh and husband Bart of Leonardville and Lylas Schultz of Ellinwood; one sister-in-law, Jacky Berggren of Mitchell, South Dakota; seven grandchildren, Michelle Berggren, Scott Berggren, Kristianna Johnson, Makenna Johnson, Kjersten Johnson, Elizabeth Sawyers, and Alexander Sawyers and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Wendell (Betty) Berggren, Robert (Fern) Berggren, Kenneth (Elaine) Berggren, and Ralph Berggren.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. January 15, 2021, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. January 16, 2021 at Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Keith Wiens and Rev. Austin English officiating. Burial following the service in the Walsburg Cemetery.Due to the current times, a live stream of the service and recording will be available. A link will be provided before the service. The safety of our family and friends are our priority. Virtual attendance is encouraged. Limited seating will be available for the service inside. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the Maurice Berggren Memorial Fund to be used for supporting Fine Arts Education. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Maurice Winston Berggren

Nora Mae Finson passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Nora was born on December 7, 1928, in Iola, Kansas, to Mark Herbert and Iva Madana (Michael) Proctor.&nbsp; She married Claude LeRoy Finson on April 1, 1949, in Topeka. He preceded her in death.

Nora graduated from Seaman High School in Topeka and worked at KP&amp;L after graduation. She sold Avon products for several years. Nora moved with her husband and family to Clay Center in 1970.&nbsp; Nora was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center and served as historian for many years.&nbsp; She was a skilled seamstress and enjoyed cooking for her family, especially during holidays when making cookies and candies.&nbsp; Nora especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Nora was preceded in death by her eldest son Michael, her youngest son Bradley, and all her siblings.&nbsp; Surviving Nora are her son Kevin Finson and wife Christine (Curley), daughter Debra Weidman, daughter-in-law Terry (Bricker) Finson; grandchildren Carrie Finson, Megan (Finson) and husband Matthew Buse, Bradlin (Finson) and husband Paul Bones, Isaiah Finson and wife Jessica (Mercer), Nathanael Finson and wife Pamela (Norris), Kayalan (Finson) and husband Sean Braden, Daniel Weidman and wife Angie (Womble), Michelle (Weidman) and husband Aaron Evans, Steven Weidman and wife Jessica (Metroff), Rachelle Kinney and Forest Price; 21 great-grandchildren; beloved sister-in-law Beulah Proctor; many nieces and nephews, grand-nephews and grand-nieces.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorial services will be handled by Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center and will be held at a later time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home

Nora Mae Finson passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Nora was born on December 7, 1928, in Iola, Kansas, to Mark Herbert and Iva Madana (Michael) Proctor.&nbsp; She married Claude LeRoy Finson on April 1, 1949, in Topeka. He preceded her in death.Nora graduated from Seaman High School in Topeka and worked at KP&amp;L after graduation. She sold Avon products for several years. Nora moved with her husband and family to Clay Center in 1970.&nbsp; Nora was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center and served as historian for many years.&nbsp; She was a skilled seamstress and enjoyed cooking for her family, especially during holidays when making cookies and candies.&nbsp; Nora especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.In addition to her husband, Nora was preceded in death by her eldest son Michael, her youngest son Bradley, and all her siblings.&nbsp; Surviving Nora are her son Kevin Finson and wife Christine (Curley), daughter Debra Weidman, daughter-in-law Terry (Bricker) Finson; grandchildren Carrie Finson, Megan (Finson) and husband Matthew Buse, Bradlin (Finson) and husband Paul Bones, Isaiah Finson and wife Jessica (Mercer), Nathanael Finson and wife Pamela (Norris), Kayalan (Finson) and husband Sean Braden, Daniel Weidman and wife Angie (Womble), Michelle (Weidman) and husband Aaron Evans, Steven Weidman and wife Jessica (Metroff), Rachelle Kinney and Forest Price; 21 great-grandchildren; beloved sister-in-law Beulah Proctor; many nieces and nephews, grand-nephews and grand-nieces.Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorial services will be handled by Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center and will be held at a later time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home

Nora Mae Finson

Richard "Ric" Riggs, 69, of Abilene passed away peacefully January 8, 2021 surrounded by his family.

He was born August 11, 1951 in Celina, Ohio, the son of Chester and Beatrice (Bolicks) Riggs. He grew up around Elkhart, Indiana graduating from Jimtown High School in 1969. Ric served 22 years in the Army, serving in Vietnam and Dessert Storm. On February 14, 2004 he was united in marriage to Lorrie Kappel in Abilene. Ric worked security at the Eisenhower after retiring from the Army.

He is survived by his loving wife, Lorrie Riggs of the home, five sons: Christopher Riggs (Angela) of Derby; Joel Pascall (Kara) Billings, Montana; Cody Riggs (Amanda) of Salina; Taylor Riggs and Logan Riggs both of the home, and one daughter, Coni Carroll (Kyle) of Lawrence, Kansas; seventeen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; one brother, Larry Riggs (Cindy) of Elkhart, Indiana and one sister Charlotte Reel of Elkhart, Indiana. Ric was preceded in death by his parents, brother Patrick Riggs and sisters, Judy Barnett and Jackie Geans.

Military Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorials be given to the Wounded Warrior Project. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard "Ric" Riggs, 69, of Abilene passed away peacefully January 8, 2021 surrounded by his family.He was born August 11, 1951 in Celina, Ohio, the son of Chester and Beatrice (Bolicks) Riggs. He grew up around Elkhart, Indiana graduating from Jimtown High School in 1969. Ric served 22 years in the Army, serving in Vietnam and Dessert Storm. On February 14, 2004 he was united in marriage to Lorrie Kappel in Abilene. Ric worked security at the Eisenhower after retiring from the Army. He is survived by his loving wife, Lorrie Riggs of the home, five sons: Christopher Riggs (Angela) of Derby; Joel Pascall (Kara) Billings, Montana; Cody Riggs (Amanda) of Salina; Taylor Riggs and Logan Riggs both of the home, and one daughter, Coni Carroll (Kyle) of Lawrence, Kansas; seventeen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; one brother, Larry Riggs (Cindy) of Elkhart, Indiana and one sister Charlotte Reel of Elkhart, Indiana. Ric was preceded in death by his parents, brother Patrick Riggs and sisters, Judy Barnett and Jackie Geans. Military Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorials be given to the Wounded Warrior Project. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard "Ric" Riggs

Robert G. Johnson, age 90, of Manhattan, died January 7, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born June 15, 1930, in Randolph, Kansas, the son of Carl John and Carrie Rosalie (Pultz) Johnson. On March 18, 1951, in Riley County, Kansas, he was married to Marilyn F. Dettmer. Mr. Johnson served for more than 40 years in the Kansas National Guard and retired at the rank of Command Sergeant Major. Bob was a member of the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, Civil War Reenactment Group, American Legion Post #17, and the Riley County Historical Society. Bob and Marilyn traveled to Africa many times and loved to watch and photograph wildlife. He had volunteered as a Docent for both the Sunset Zoo and Konza Prairie. Bob was preceded in death by Marilyn on September 15, 2016. He was also preceded in death by his six siblings: Lois Beckman, Doris Whitaker, Geneva Bergsten, Iona Harris, Carl and James Johnson. Survivors include his two children: Cynthia A. Kite and her husband Timothy J. of Onaga, KS, and Kent R. Johnson and his wife Lana J. of Maple Hill, KS; four grandchildren: Ashlyn A. Kite-Hartwich and her husband Cody, Martina Beseau Johnson, Timothy Beseau and Tiffany Beseau-Clayton; and five great-grandchildren: Wren and Griffon Hartwich, Jordan Johnson, Zeke and Zane Clayton. Family and friends may stop by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, January 15th, to pay their respects. Private family graveside services will be held at the Randolph/Fancy Creek Cemetery with Reverend Kevin Larson officiating. The graveside service may be viewed through the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home Facebook page at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 16th.

Memorial contributions may be made to either Sunset Zoo, Riley County Historical Society, National Guard Museum or Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert G. Johnson, age 90, of Manhattan, died January 7, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born June 15, 1930, in Randolph, Kansas, the son of Carl John and Carrie Rosalie (Pultz) Johnson. On March 18, 1951, in Riley County, Kansas, he was married to Marilyn F. Dettmer. Mr. Johnson served for more than 40 years in the Kansas National Guard and retired at the rank of Command Sergeant Major. Bob was a member of the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, Civil War Reenactment Group, American Legion Post #17, and the Riley County Historical Society. Bob and Marilyn traveled to Africa many times and loved to watch and photograph wildlife. He had volunteered as a Docent for both the Sunset Zoo and Konza Prairie. Bob was preceded in death by Marilyn on September 15, 2016. He was also preceded in death by his six siblings: Lois Beckman, Doris Whitaker, Geneva Bergsten, Iona Harris, Carl and James Johnson. Survivors include his two children: Cynthia A. Kite and her husband Timothy J. of Onaga, KS, and Kent R. Johnson and his wife Lana J. of Maple Hill, KS; four grandchildren: Ashlyn A. Kite-Hartwich and her husband Cody, Martina Beseau Johnson, Timothy Beseau and Tiffany Beseau-Clayton; and five great-grandchildren: Wren and Griffon Hartwich, Jordan Johnson, Zeke and Zane Clayton. Family and friends may stop by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, January 15th, to pay their respects. Private family graveside services will be held at the Randolph/Fancy Creek Cemetery with Reverend Kevin Larson officiating. The graveside service may be viewed through the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home Facebook page at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 16th. Memorial contributions may be made to either Sunset Zoo, Riley County Historical Society, National Guard Museum or Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert G. Johnson

Nancy Ann Venburg, 85, of Andover, KS, formerly of Manhattan, passed away January 9th, at the Life Care Center in Andover. Nancy was born April 7, 1935, in Fittstown, Oklahoma to the late Joe and Ruby (Thompson) Jett. As a child, her family moved to several different states, as her father worked for the pipeline industry. She graduated from Thomasville High School located in Missouri in 1953. She found her way up north to Manhattan soon after high school, where she married Kenneth on October 16, 1955, who preceded her in death in 2002. Nancy worked for the Coca-Cola bottling company, Woodward's Department Store, and the Kansas Farm Bureau where she eventually retired. Mrs. Venburg was a past member of the Elk's Ladies, the Konza Prairie Quilting Guild, and also the First Christian Church. She greatly enjoyed painting and knitting and did a great amount of quilting in the last 20 years of her life. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Kenneth in 2002; son, Kirk Venburg in 2007, along with brothers Sam, Claude, and Harvey, and a sister Lana Bennett. Survivors include her son; Marty Venburg of Lead, South Dakota; daughter, Amy (Kevin) Evans of Benton; grandson Jacob Evans of Benton, brothers; Kenneth Jett of Limon, Colorado; Philip Jett of Alton, Missouri; David Jett of Alton, Missouri; Lester Jett of Rover, Missouri; and sister Maxine Grinstead of Lebanon, Indiana. A memorial service will be held at later date with inurnment to follow at Sunrise Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the charity of choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy Ann Venburg, 85, of Andover, KS, formerly of Manhattan, passed away January 9th, at the Life Care Center in Andover. Nancy was born April 7, 1935, in Fittstown, Oklahoma to the late Joe and Ruby (Thompson) Jett. As a child, her family moved to several different states, as her father worked for the pipeline industry. She graduated from Thomasville High School located in Missouri in 1953. She found her way up north to Manhattan soon after high school, where she married Kenneth on October 16, 1955, who preceded her in death in 2002. Nancy worked for the Coca-Cola bottling company, Woodward's Department Store, and the Kansas Farm Bureau where she eventually retired. Mrs. Venburg was a past member of the Elk's Ladies, the Konza Prairie Quilting Guild, and also the First Christian Church. She greatly enjoyed painting and knitting and did a great amount of quilting in the last 20 years of her life. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Kenneth in 2002; son, Kirk Venburg in 2007, along with brothers Sam, Claude, and Harvey, and a sister Lana Bennett. Survivors include her son; Marty Venburg of Lead, South Dakota; daughter, Amy (Kevin) Evans of Benton; grandson Jacob Evans of Benton, brothers; Kenneth Jett of Limon, Colorado; Philip Jett of Alton, Missouri; David Jett of Alton, Missouri; Lester Jett of Rover, Missouri; and sister Maxine Grinstead of Lebanon, Indiana. A memorial service will be held at later date with inurnment to follow at Sunrise Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the charity of choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy Ann Venburg

Francis (Frank) Gatschet, 85, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 Frank was born in Hays, Kansas on October 4, 1935, to the late Agnes (Brull) and George Gatschet. He grew up in the farming community with hordes of neighborhood kids, serving his church and trying to stay ahead of getting caught from whatever the almost daily bout of mischief he would create. Frank graduated from St. Joseph's Military Academy, Hays, KS, in 1953. He enlisted in the Air Force and served as a staff sergeant and air-force jet mechanic instructor during the Korean War. Stationed at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Colorado, he laid eyes on the most petite, prettiest creature he had ever seen, a nursing student, Amy Hudson. They married in Denver on December 29, 1959. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Hays where Frank obtained a business degree from Fort Hays State University. He started working for Duckwall Stores and moved his young family of four to Pratt, Kansas in 1964, then to Hutchinson, in 1966, where they grew their family to seven children. Frank managed the Hutchinson Duckwall store for six years, then was promoted to manager of Duckwall’s larger discount store format, Alco, in Newton. Therefor less than a year, Alco asked Frank to move to Roswell, New Mexico, to take on an even bigger project there. Frank flew to Roswell on several occasions to check out the town and the store there. While considering yet another move, he and Amy were disappointed that there were no Catholic schools in Roswell. In anticipation of their move, they purchased religious texts and Baltimore Catechism books so that Amy could continue their children’s formation of the faith that she and Frank treasured. At the last minute, Frank found work at another retail company, TG&amp;Y, and moved the family to Wichita instead. Enter child number eight. He soon was recruited by a maverick entrepreneur from Arkansas, Sam Walton, who was building a fledgling retail chain called Walmart. With seven children, it was a scary proposition to jump ship of an established company into the unknown waters of this new startup. He took a 40% pay cut as a TG&amp;Y store manager to manager trainee as he entered the Walmart manager training program. He and his family trekked to Rolla, Missouri. About 18 months later, Walmart charged Frank with opening a new store in Pittsburg, Kansas. Success there brought more opportunity and more responsibility, tasked in turning around a struggling Walmart store in Junction City, bringing on yet another relocation. This time, instead of moving to Junction City, he planted his family in Manhattan, with his eye on the prize of managing Walmart Store #35 in Manhattan, Kansas. There, the last two of his 10 children were born. Frank and Amy called Manhattan home. Frank mentored hundreds of Walmart associates. He took pride in hiring K-State students. They proved to be a loyal, productive, smart workforce. After about 10 years, Frank was promoted to district manager of Northeast Kansas. He was offered many executive-level promotions above district manager. Accepting any one of them over the years would have required yet another relocation. Frank planted his feet firmly in Manhattan. It was where he wanted his family to grow. Frank fell in love with Kansas State University, especially the Pride of Wildcat Land, the K-State Marching Band, where his oldest daughter, Teri, was a flag girl. He and then-Band Director Phil Hewitt became good friends. In the late 1970s, Frank single-handedly raised over $100,000 for new band uniforms. He did so by selling to local businesses upscale, custom purple and gold clocks. The clocks featured a caricature of Willie the Wildcat in a marching band uniform, designed by his daughter, Amy. Frank loved playing the K-State marching band’s albums, waving his hands at the stereo as if directing imaginary musicians and keeping time to Wabash Cannonball. Frank couldn’t wait for a good, old-fashioned snowstorm! He would dawn his snowsuit and break out the snow&nbsp; &nbsp;blower to clear the sidewalks on both sides of his entire block, and sometimes as far as the sidewalks on the next block over, which led straight to Seven Dolors Catholic Church providing a safe passageway for his wife to trek to daily Mass. He was proud of his house, which he fondly called Pierre Manor, open to any friend, neighbor kid, relative, and sometimes people just down on their luck. He seemed happiest at Christmas when the house burst at the seams with kids and grandkids, countless gifts, and boundless joy. Frank retired from Walmart in 1995. He held a few part-time jobs to keep him busy and out of Amy’s way. He delivered cars for Briggs Auto Group. Mostly, in retirement, Frank liked to spend time at home. He tended his lawn, in perpetual pursuit of the moles that menaced his front yard. He was a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus, and a faithful member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Frank is preceded in death by his wife, Amy (Hudson) Gatschet, granddaughter Isabella Gatschet, and sister, Jeanne Winter. Francis is survived by six daughters; Teri (Kelvin) Belin of Manhattan, KS; Amy Jo (Randy) Carlson of Lawrence, KS; Mary Lynn (Enrique Leon) Gatschet of Coronado, CA; Renee (Jarod) Allerheilegen of Medina, MN; Christy (Matthew) Russell of Otego, NY; Diana (Jeremy Short) Gatschet of Brooklyn, NY; four sons; Fr. Fred Gatschet of Salina, KS; Tom (Katherine) Gatschet of Topeka, KS; Charlie (Kathy) Gatschet of Olathe, KS; and Joe Gatschet of Pascagoula, MS. Francis is also survived by 23 grandchildren; and brothers, Tom, Paul, and George Gatschet of Hays, KS. Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church followed by Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunrise Cemetery, Manhattan, Kansas. Due to limited space from COVID-19 protocols, services will be live-streamed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Francis (Frank) Gatschet, 85, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 Frank was born in Hays, Kansas on October 4, 1935, to the late Agnes (Brull) and George Gatschet. He grew up in the farming community with hordes of neighborhood kids, serving his church and trying to stay ahead of getting caught from whatever the almost daily bout of mischief he would create. Frank graduated from St. Joseph's Military Academy, Hays, KS, in 1953. He enlisted in the Air Force and served as a staff sergeant and air-force jet mechanic instructor during the Korean War. Stationed at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, Colorado, he laid eyes on the most petite, prettiest creature he had ever seen, a nursing student, Amy Hudson. They married in Denver on December 29, 1959. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Hays where Frank obtained a business degree from Fort Hays State University. He started working for Duckwall Stores and moved his young family of four to Pratt, Kansas in 1964, then to Hutchinson, in 1966, where they grew their family to seven children. Frank managed the Hutchinson Duckwall store for six years, then was promoted to manager of Duckwall’s larger discount store format, Alco, in Newton. Therefor less than a year, Alco asked Frank to move to Roswell, New Mexico, to take on an even bigger project there. Frank flew to Roswell on several occasions to check out the town and the store there. While considering yet another move, he and Amy were disappointed that there were no Catholic schools in Roswell. In anticipation of their move, they purchased religious texts and Baltimore Catechism books so that Amy could continue their children’s formation of the faith that she and Frank treasured. At the last minute, Frank found work at another retail company, TG&amp;Y, and moved the family to Wichita instead. Enter child number eight. He soon was recruited by a maverick entrepreneur from Arkansas, Sam Walton, who was building a fledgling retail chain called Walmart. With seven children, it was a scary proposition to jump ship of an established company into the unknown waters of this new startup. He took a 40% pay cut as a TG&amp;Y store manager to manager trainee as he entered the Walmart manager training program. He and his family trekked to Rolla, Missouri. About 18 months later, Walmart charged Frank with opening a new store in Pittsburg, Kansas. Success there brought more opportunity and more responsibility, tasked in turning around a struggling Walmart store in Junction City, bringing on yet another relocation. This time, instead of moving to Junction City, he planted his family in Manhattan, with his eye on the prize of managing Walmart Store #35 in Manhattan, Kansas. There, the last two of his 10 children were born. Frank and Amy called Manhattan home. Frank mentored hundreds of Walmart associates. He took pride in hiring K-State students. They proved to be a loyal, productive, smart workforce. After about 10 years, Frank was promoted to district manager of Northeast Kansas. He was offered many executive-level promotions above district manager. Accepting any one of them over the years would have required yet another relocation. Frank planted his feet firmly in Manhattan. It was where he wanted his family to grow. Frank fell in love with Kansas State University, especially the Pride of Wildcat Land, the K-State Marching Band, where his oldest daughter, Teri, was a flag girl. He and then-Band Director Phil Hewitt became good friends. In the late 1970s, Frank single-handedly raised over $100,000 for new band uniforms. He did so by selling to local businesses upscale, custom purple and gold clocks. The clocks featured a caricature of Willie the Wildcat in a marching band uniform, designed by his daughter, Amy. Frank loved playing the K-State marching band’s albums, waving his hands at the stereo as if directing imaginary musicians and keeping time to Wabash Cannonball. Frank couldn’t wait for a good, old-fashioned snowstorm! He would dawn his snowsuit and break out the snow&nbsp; &nbsp;blower to clear the sidewalks on both sides of his entire block, and sometimes as far as the sidewalks on the next block over, which led straight to Seven Dolors Catholic Church providing a safe passageway for his wife to trek to daily Mass. He was proud of his house, which he fondly called Pierre Manor, open to any friend, neighbor kid, relative, and sometimes people just down on their luck. He seemed happiest at Christmas when the house burst at the seams with kids and grandkids, countless gifts, and boundless joy. Frank retired from Walmart in 1995. He held a few part-time jobs to keep him busy and out of Amy’s way. He delivered cars for Briggs Auto Group. Mostly, in retirement, Frank liked to spend time at home. He tended his lawn, in perpetual pursuit of the moles that menaced his front yard. He was a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus, and a faithful member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Frank is preceded in death by his wife, Amy (Hudson) Gatschet, granddaughter Isabella Gatschet, and sister, Jeanne Winter. Francis is survived by six daughters; Teri (Kelvin) Belin of Manhattan, KS; Amy Jo (Randy) Carlson of Lawrence, KS; Mary Lynn (Enrique Leon) Gatschet of Coronado, CA; Renee (Jarod) Allerheilegen of Medina, MN; Christy (Matthew) Russell of Otego, NY; Diana (Jeremy Short) Gatschet of Brooklyn, NY; four sons; Fr. Fred Gatschet of Salina, KS; Tom (Katherine) Gatschet of Topeka, KS; Charlie (Kathy) Gatschet of Olathe, KS; and Joe Gatschet of Pascagoula, MS. Francis is also survived by 23 grandchildren; and brothers, Tom, Paul, and George Gatschet of Hays, KS. Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church followed by Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunrise Cemetery, Manhattan, Kansas. Due to limited space from COVID-19 protocols, services will be live-streamed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Francis (Frank) Gatschet

A full obituary will appear soon under the care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions..

Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, January 14, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Service:&nbsp; 2 p.m., Thursday, January 14, 2021,&nbsp;Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints



A full obituary will appear soon under the care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions..Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, January 14, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsService:&nbsp; 2 p.m., Thursday, January 14, 2021,&nbsp;Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Jolene Field - 1959-2021

Marcelle O. Adams, 88, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at her home in Junction City. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Fort Riley Post Cemetery. Mrs. Adams will lie in state 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Those wishing to attend the graveside are asked to meet at the funeral home by 9:30 a.m. Thursday prior to the graveside. Marcelle was born June 6, 1932, the daughter of John and Ophelia Young Oakry. Marcelle was a civil servant working as an accounting technician for nearly thirty-three years before her retirement in 1987. She enjoyed bringing the family together for picnics and family functions. She also enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardening. In her lifetime, she made a lot of quilts and canned a lot of produce from her vegetable garden. Attending bible study was important to her. She had many bible studies at her home over the years. She married Thomas L. Adams on April 1, 1967 in Junction City, KS. He passed away May 30, 1996. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four sisters and two brothers. Those left to mourn her loss are two sons, Gerald A. Tarver and his wife Ramona of Mesquite, TX and Michael A. Tarver and his wife Sophonda of Denton, TX; one daughter, Debra Tarver Walton of Plano, TX; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She is also survived by a host of friends and relatives.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marcelle O. Adams, 88, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at her home in Junction City. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Fort Riley Post Cemetery. Mrs. Adams will lie in state 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Those wishing to attend the graveside are asked to meet at the funeral home by 9:30 a.m. Thursday prior to the graveside. Marcelle was born June 6, 1932, the daughter of John and Ophelia Young Oakry. Marcelle was a civil servant working as an accounting technician for nearly thirty-three years before her retirement in 1987. She enjoyed bringing the family together for picnics and family functions. She also enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardening. In her lifetime, she made a lot of quilts and canned a lot of produce from her vegetable garden. Attending bible study was important to her. She had many bible studies at her home over the years. She married Thomas L. Adams on April 1, 1967 in Junction City, KS. He passed away May 30, 1996. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four sisters and two brothers. Those left to mourn her loss are two sons, Gerald A. Tarver and his wife Ramona of Mesquite, TX and Michael A. Tarver and his wife Sophonda of Denton, TX; one daughter, Debra Tarver Walton of Plano, TX; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She is also survived by a host of friends and relatives.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marcelle O. Adams

Martha Lee West Upshaw, 90, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Valley View Senior Life Center. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Fort Riley Post Cemetery. Mrs. Upshaw will lie in state 8:30-9:30 prior to the graveside service at Johnson Funeral Home. Those attending the graveside service must meet at Johnson Funeral Home by 9:30. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Alzheimer's Association c/o Johnson Funeral Home. Martha was born November 18, 1930, Macon County, TN the daughter of Issac C. and Zeffie C. (Dickens) West. She was born into a family of twelve children. She was married to Lewis E. Upshaw on November 5, 1950 in the State of Georgia. As Lewis was in the Army, they had been stationed in Germany, France and later came to Fort Riley making their home in Junction City. As a young wife, she worked in Tennessee at various manufacturing companies for men's clothing. When she came to Fort Riley, she worked at the Laundry and Dry Cleaning Plant until they went contract then moved to a file clerk position. She retired from that position in 1994. Martha loved to cook, sew and spending time working in her yard. She enjoyed her pets and attending church where she belonged to Calvary Baptist Church in Junction City. She appreciated country music, singing, dancing and playing the spoons. She especially loved her family. Survivors left to mourn her loss are her daughter Candice J. (Bryan) Vallieres of Nashua, NH; a daughter-in-law D'Anna R. Upshaw of Junction City, KS; five grandchildren, Kelcey Upshaw of Fort Leonradwood, MO, Kari (Nelson "June") Torres of Box Elder, SD, Leah Salcito, Tiffany Salcito and Dustin Vallieres of Nashua, NH; three great-grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Issac C. and Zeffie C. West, her husband Lewis E. Upshaw, one daughter, Sheila J. Wolverton, one son Tony L. Upshaw and a granddaughter Elena M. Allen.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martha Lee West Upshaw, 90, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Valley View Senior Life Center. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Fort Riley Post Cemetery. Mrs. Upshaw will lie in state 8:30-9:30 prior to the graveside service at Johnson Funeral Home. Those attending the graveside service must meet at Johnson Funeral Home by 9:30. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Alzheimer's Association c/o Johnson Funeral Home. Martha was born November 18, 1930, Macon County, TN the daughter of Issac C. and Zeffie C. (Dickens) West. She was born into a family of twelve children. She was married to Lewis E. Upshaw on November 5, 1950 in the State of Georgia. As Lewis was in the Army, they had been stationed in Germany, France and later came to Fort Riley making their home in Junction City. As a young wife, she worked in Tennessee at various manufacturing companies for men's clothing. When she came to Fort Riley, she worked at the Laundry and Dry Cleaning Plant until they went contract then moved to a file clerk position. She retired from that position in 1994. Martha loved to cook, sew and spending time working in her yard. She enjoyed her pets and attending church where she belonged to Calvary Baptist Church in Junction City. She appreciated country music, singing, dancing and playing the spoons. She especially loved her family. Survivors left to mourn her loss are her daughter Candice J. (Bryan) Vallieres of Nashua, NH; a daughter-in-law D'Anna R. Upshaw of Junction City, KS; five grandchildren, Kelcey Upshaw of Fort Leonradwood, MO, Kari (Nelson "June") Torres of Box Elder, SD, Leah Salcito, Tiffany Salcito and Dustin Vallieres of Nashua, NH; three great-grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Issac C. and Zeffie C. West, her husband Lewis E. Upshaw, one daughter, Sheila J. Wolverton, one son Tony L. Upshaw and a granddaughter Elena M. Allen.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martha Lee West Upshaw

MSGT (RET) George Anthony "Junior" Hoyte: Sunrise - January 18, 1958; Sunset - December 30, 2020. George made his transition from this earth on December 30, 2020. George was born on January 18, 1958 to the late Monica Barbara Smith and George Joseph Hoyte. George leaves to cherish his memories: His loving and devoted wife, Edith "Edie"; a precocious and caring grandson, Michael Anthony "MJ" Hoyte Jr. " and George's message to Michael JR is "MJ, never forget how much Grampa George loves you." George and Edie's union was blessed with two sons: firstborn son, Michael Anthony Hoyte of Houston, Texas, who is the father of Janeava Neveah Martin, Michael Anthony Hoyte Jr., Kaiylani "Lani" Rosaris Hoyte, Mason John Hoyte and Miles Christian Hoyte, and George's second born son Christopher Jared "CJ" Hoyte of Winfield, Kansas, who is the father of Christopher Aydin Johnson. George walks ahead of one sister Cheryl-Ann Hoyte of Trinidad &amp; Tobago, one younger brother John Hoyte of Sacramento, California, youngest brother Lyndon Hoyte (Suzette) of Houston, Texas, and one brother-cousin Lerrie Haynes (Penny) also of Houston Texas. He leaves to mourn a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. God, country, and family (in this order) meant everything to George. II Timothy 4:7. I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. A graveside celebration of life will be January 13, 2020, 1pm, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, KS. He will lie in state January 11, 2021 from 5pm to 7pm, at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington St., Junction City, KS.

MSGT (RET) George Anthony Hoyte, 62, of Junction City, KS, formerly of Trinidad &amp; Tobago, made his transition from this earth on December 30, 2020. He will lie in state January 11, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington St., Junction City, KS. A graveside memorial service will be at 1 p.m.,&nbsp; January 13, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, KS. Full obituary to appear soon in care of the Funeral Home.&nbsp;

MSGT (RET) George Anthony "Junior" Hoyte: Sunrise - January 18, 1958; Sunset - December 30, 2020. George made his transition from this earth on December 30, 2020. George was born on January 18, 1958 to the late Monica Barbara Smith and George Joseph Hoyte. George leaves to cherish his memories: His loving and devoted wife, Edith "Edie"; a precocious and caring grandson, Michael Anthony "MJ" Hoyte Jr. " and George's message to Michael JR is "MJ, never forget how much Grampa George loves you." George and Edie's union was blessed with two sons: firstborn son, Michael Anthony Hoyte of Houston, Texas, who is the father of Janeava Neveah Martin, Michael Anthony Hoyte Jr., Kaiylani "Lani" Rosaris Hoyte, Mason John Hoyte and Miles Christian Hoyte, and George's second born son Christopher Jared "CJ" Hoyte of Winfield, Kansas, who is the father of Christopher Aydin Johnson. George walks ahead of one sister Cheryl-Ann Hoyte of Trinidad &amp; Tobago, one younger brother John Hoyte of Sacramento, California, youngest brother Lyndon Hoyte (Suzette) of Houston, Texas, and one brother-cousin Lerrie Haynes (Penny) also of Houston Texas. He leaves to mourn a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. God, country, and family (in this order) meant everything to George. II Timothy 4:7. I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. A graveside celebration of life will be January 13, 2020, 1pm, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, KS. He will lie in state January 11, 2021 from 5pm to 7pm, at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington St., Junction City, KS. MSGT (RET) George Anthony Hoyte, 62, of Junction City, KS, formerly of Trinidad &amp; Tobago, made his transition from this earth on December 30, 2020. He will lie in state January 11, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington St., Junction City, KS. A graveside memorial service will be at 1 p.m.,&nbsp; January 13, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, KS. Full obituary to appear soon in care of the Funeral Home.&nbsp;

MSGT (RET) George Anthony Hoyte

Clarence E. Freeman, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with military honors. The family will receive friends 8:30 - 9:30 Tuesday at Johnson Funeral Home prior to the graveside service. Clarence was born March 20, 1941 in Shreveport, LA the son of William and Katherine Ganaway Freeman. Clarence served in the United States Army. He later worked over twenty years at Potters Liquor Store in Junction City. He was a Mason. He married Marianne Chrocz January 3, 1980. She passed away March 17, 2001. Survivors left to mourn his loss are one daughter, Daniella Bullock of Manhattan, KS; one son, Ricky Freeman of CA; two step-sons, Olan Hogan of Augusta, GA and Billy Hogan of Sious Falls, S.D.; one brother, John Freeman of TX; two sisters, Katherine Triggs and Sharon Freeman both of Shreveport, LA; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clarence E. Freeman, 79, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with military honors. The family will receive friends 8:30 - 9:30 Tuesday at Johnson Funeral Home prior to the graveside service. Clarence was born March 20, 1941 in Shreveport, LA the son of William and Katherine Ganaway Freeman. Clarence served in the United States Army. He later worked over twenty years at Potters Liquor Store in Junction City. He was a Mason. He married Marianne Chrocz January 3, 1980. She passed away March 17, 2001. Survivors left to mourn his loss are one daughter, Daniella Bullock of Manhattan, KS; one son, Ricky Freeman of CA; two step-sons, Olan Hogan of Augusta, GA and Billy Hogan of Sious Falls, S.D.; one brother, John Freeman of TX; two sisters, Katherine Triggs and Sharon Freeman both of Shreveport, LA; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clarence E. Freeman

Nicole Marie Rucker, 51, of Junction City, KS, passed away on December 31, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with burial arrangements. A graveside service will be January 11, 2021, 1 p.m., at Highland Cemetery, 703 W. Ash St., Junction City, KS 66441. Nicole was born on November 4, 1969, in Junction City, Kansas. She grew up in Junction City, graduating from Junction City high School class of 1988. She went on to work in the food service industry. Her last position was that of store manager foe Wendy's on 6th St. in Junction City. Nicole was everyone's friend. She made a room come alive just with her smile. She was funny, loving, and will be dearly missed. Nicole is survived by her loving family: Her mother Phyllis Brooks; two daughters, Ramona (Joseph Roberts) Roberts and Jerrica White; two sons, DaMarcus Rucker and Darrian Wilson; seven grandchildren, Josiah Nathaniel King Roberts, Faith Roberts, Royal White, Ez' Ariah Wilson, Ezalea Wilson, Elijah Dupree, Elias Dupree; a brother Yacub Brooks; an uncle, Ralph Thomas Starks, Jr.; great aunt and uncle Margret and Jack Sprawling; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, William C. Starks, paternal grandparents, Grace Marie Wilkins and Ralph Thomas Starks, Sr., maternal grandmother Elmer Evans, a brother Phillip Rucker, and an uncle, Fredrick Jess Starks, Sr..&nbsp;&nbsp;

A graveside service will be at 1 p.m., January 11, 2021 at Highland Cemetery, 703 W. Ash St., Junction City, KS 66441.

Nicole Marie Rucker, 51, of Junction City, KS, passed away on December 31, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with burial arrangements. A graveside service will be January 11, 2021, 1 p.m., at Highland Cemetery, 703 W. Ash St., Junction City, KS 66441. Nicole was born on November 4, 1969, in Junction City, Kansas. She grew up in Junction City, graduating from Junction City high School class of 1988. She went on to work in the food service industry. Her last position was that of store manager foe Wendy's on 6th St. in Junction City. Nicole was everyone's friend. She made a room come alive just with her smile. She was funny, loving, and will be dearly missed. Nicole is survived by her loving family: Her mother Phyllis Brooks; two daughters, Ramona (Joseph Roberts) Roberts and Jerrica White; two sons, DaMarcus Rucker and Darrian Wilson; seven grandchildren, Josiah Nathaniel King Roberts, Faith Roberts, Royal White, Ez' Ariah Wilson, Ezalea Wilson, Elijah Dupree, Elias Dupree; a brother Yacub Brooks; an uncle, Ralph Thomas Starks, Jr.; great aunt and uncle Margret and Jack Sprawling; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, William C. Starks, paternal grandparents, Grace Marie Wilkins and Ralph Thomas Starks, Sr., maternal grandmother Elmer Evans, a brother Phillip Rucker, and an uncle, Fredrick Jess Starks, Sr..&nbsp;&nbsp;A graveside service will be at 1 p.m., January 11, 2021 at Highland Cemetery, 703 W. Ash St., Junction City, KS 66441.

Nicole Marie Rucker,

Maurice Winston Berggren, age 82 of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital.
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He was born on November 12, 1938, in Leonardville, the son of Martin Luther and Agnes Cecelia (Nelson) Berggren.&nbsp; He was the youngest of seven children.&nbsp; He attended Leonardville Grade School and graduated from Leonardville High School.&nbsp; He graduated from Bethany College, majoring in Commercial Art and Art Education and completed his Master’s Degree at Kansas State University.
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On December 31, 1960, he married Bonnie Jean Lundquist.&nbsp; She survives of the home.

Maury taught in the Art Department at Manhattan High School for 29 years and owned Berggren’s Studio.&nbsp; He was a charter member of Peace Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He loved working with stained glass and fashioned many stained glass windows for churches and hospitals.&nbsp; Bonnie and he enjoyed traveling the country visiting their children and grandchildren. &nbsp;
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In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Bruce Berggren and wife Betty of North Richland Hills, Texas; one daughter, Janice Johnson and husband Paul of North Mankato, Minnesota; two sisters, Norma Coutermarsh and husband Bart of Leonardville and Lylas Schultz of Ellinwood; seven grandchildren, Michelle Berggren, Scott Berggren, Kristianna Johnson, Makenna Johnson, Kjersten Johnson, Elizabeth Sawyers, and Alexander Sawyers and many nieces and nephews.
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He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Wendell Berggren, Robert Berggren, Kenneth Berggren, and Ralph Berggren.


Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. January 15, 2021, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.
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Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. January 16, 2021 at Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Keith Weins and Rev. Austin English officiating.&nbsp; Burial following the service in the Walsburg Cemetery.

Due to the current times, a live stream of the service and recording will be available and a link will be provided before the service.&nbsp; The safety of our family and friends are our priority.&nbsp; Virtual attendance is encouraged.&nbsp; Limited seating will be available for the service inside.&nbsp;
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In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the Maurice Berggren Memorial Fund to be used for supporting Fine Arts Education.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Maurice Winston Berggren, age 82 of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital.
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He was born on November 12, 1938, in Leonardville, the son of Martin Luther and Agnes Cecelia (Nelson) Berggren.&nbsp; He was the youngest of seven children.&nbsp; He attended Leonardville Grade School and graduated from Leonardville High School.&nbsp; He graduated from Bethany College, majoring in Commercial Art and Art Education and completed his Master’s Degree at Kansas State University.
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On December 31, 1960, he married Bonnie Jean Lundquist.&nbsp; She survives of the home.Maury taught in the Art Department at Manhattan High School for 29 years and owned Berggren’s Studio.&nbsp; He was a charter member of Peace Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He loved working with stained glass and fashioned many stained glass windows for churches and hospitals.&nbsp; Bonnie and he enjoyed traveling the country visiting their children and grandchildren. &nbsp;
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In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Bruce Berggren and wife Betty of North Richland Hills, Texas; one daughter, Janice Johnson and husband Paul of North Mankato, Minnesota; two sisters, Norma Coutermarsh and husband Bart of Leonardville and Lylas Schultz of Ellinwood; seven grandchildren, Michelle Berggren, Scott Berggren, Kristianna Johnson, Makenna Johnson, Kjersten Johnson, Elizabeth Sawyers, and Alexander Sawyers and many nieces and nephews.
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He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Wendell Berggren, Robert Berggren, Kenneth Berggren, and Ralph Berggren.
Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. January 15, 2021, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.
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Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. January 16, 2021 at Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Keith Weins and Rev. Austin English officiating.&nbsp; Burial following the service in the Walsburg Cemetery.Due to the current times, a live stream of the service and recording will be available and a link will be provided before the service.&nbsp; The safety of our family and friends are our priority.&nbsp; Virtual attendance is encouraged.&nbsp; Limited seating will be available for the service inside.&nbsp;
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In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the Maurice Berggren Memorial Fund to be used for supporting Fine Arts Education.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

William Dean Thurlow, 95 died January 4, 2021 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on September 10, 1925 in rural Wakefield, KS, the son of John and Caroline (Koerner) Thurlow.&nbsp; William grew up on the family farm south of Wakefield.&nbsp; He worked on the farm following high school graduation until he enlisted in the US Army in 1945, serving in Japan during WWII.&nbsp; Following the war, Bill attended Kansas State University, graduating with a Secondary Education Degree.&nbsp; He taught school in Bendena, KS when he met Helen Bullock.&nbsp; They were married on April 12, 1953.&nbsp; In 1967, Bill and Helen moved the family to Clay Center where he opened and operated&nbsp; Circle T Implement with his brother, Calvin.&nbsp; He was a member of Swedesburg First Lutheran Church for 53 years, served as a Clay County Commissioner and a 20 year Clay County School Board member.&nbsp; Bill was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Barbara Dexter; brothers Melvin, Erwin and Calvin Thurlow.

Daughter: Karen Smith and husband Robert of Manhattan, KS

Son: Terry Thurlow and wife Robin of Wakefield, KS

Son: Lynn Thurlow and wife Kathryn of Lindsborg, KS

Son: Randy Thurlow and wife Coleen of Wakefield, KS

9 Grandchildren and 5 Great-grandchildren

Services: Services for Bill will livestream at 1:30 p.m., Friday, January 8 at&nbsp; https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome

Visitation: Thursday, January&nbsp; 7, 2021 from 4-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; in lieu of flowers to CCCIF c/o the funeral home.&nbsp; The memorials will benefit the Wakefield Museum and the USD #379 water bottle refill stations

William Dean Thurlow, 95 died January 4, 2021 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on September 10, 1925 in rural Wakefield, KS, the son of John and Caroline (Koerner) Thurlow.&nbsp; William grew up on the family farm south of Wakefield.&nbsp; He worked on the farm following high school graduation until he enlisted in the US Army in 1945, serving in Japan during WWII.&nbsp; Following the war, Bill attended Kansas State University, graduating with a Secondary Education Degree.&nbsp; He taught school in Bendena, KS when he met Helen Bullock.&nbsp; They were married on April 12, 1953.&nbsp; In 1967, Bill and Helen moved the family to Clay Center where he opened and operated&nbsp; Circle T Implement with his brother, Calvin.&nbsp; He was a member of Swedesburg First Lutheran Church for 53 years, served as a Clay County Commissioner and a 20 year Clay County School Board member.&nbsp; Bill was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Barbara Dexter; brothers Melvin, Erwin and Calvin Thurlow.Survivors:Wife: Helen Thurlow of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Karen Smith and husband Robert of Manhattan, KSSon: Terry Thurlow and wife Robin of Wakefield, KSSon: Lynn Thurlow and wife Kathryn of Lindsborg, KSSon: Randy Thurlow and wife Coleen of Wakefield, KS9 Grandchildren and 5 Great-grandchildrenServices: Services for Bill will livestream at 1:30 p.m., Friday, January 8 at&nbsp; https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhomeVisitation: Thursday, January&nbsp; 7, 2021 from 4-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; in lieu of flowers to CCCIF c/o the funeral home.&nbsp; The memorials will benefit the Wakefield Museum and the USD #379 water bottle refill stations

William Dean Thurlow

Terry R. McGrath Sr., 66 of Abilene passed away January 5, 2021 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Home in Enterprise.

He was born in Abilene January 31, 1954, the son of Dan and Audrey (Yocum) McGrath. Terry grew up in the Abilene area, attended the local schools and graduated from Abilene High School. He served 3 years in the National Guard in Abilene. Terry worked 34 years for ADM Mill retiring in 2019. He was an avid outdoors man, enjoying hunting and fishing. He participated in the Old Abilene Gun Fight as Shotgun Red up until 2017. 

Terry is survived by his parents, Dan and Audrey McGrath. Two sons, Terry (Manuela) McGrath Jr and Sam (Stacia) McCulley. One daughter, Sherry McGrath. Two sisters, Hazel (Will) Knott and Danise (Gary) Auldridge. Numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dani McGrath.

The family has chosen cremation. A private family inurnment will take place in the Abilene City Cemetery at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Terry R. McGrath, Sr. Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Terry R. McGrath Sr., 66 of Abilene passed away January 5, 2021 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Home in Enterprise.He was born in Abilene January 31, 1954, the son of Dan and Audrey (Yocum) McGrath. Terry grew up in the Abilene area, attended the local schools and graduated from Abilene High School. He served 3 years in the National Guard in Abilene. Terry worked 34 years for ADM Mill retiring in 2019. He was an avid outdoors man, enjoying hunting and fishing. He participated in the Old Abilene Gun Fight as Shotgun Red up until 2017. Terry is survived by his parents, Dan and Audrey McGrath. Two sons, Terry (Manuela) McGrath Jr and Sam (Stacia) McCulley. One daughter, Sherry McGrath. Two sisters, Hazel (Will) Knott and Danise (Gary) Auldridge. Numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dani McGrath.The family has chosen cremation. A private family inurnment will take place in the Abilene City Cemetery at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Terry R. McGrath, Sr. Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Terry R. McGrath, Sr.

Margaret “Maggie” Brunner 83 of Abilene, formerly of Hope passed away January 5, 2021 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Home. 

She was born in Provo, Utah September 22, 1937, the daughter of Richard and Agnes (Mitchell) Patterson. Maggie grew up in the Provo area and graduated from Provo High School. On May 5, 1961 she was united in marriage to John Brunner. He preceded her in death February 19, 2019. Maggie worked at the Sears store in Abilene, Duck Walls in the accounts receivable department, the Hope grocery store and at Endzone in Hope. 

Maggie is survived by her daughter Chris Savery and husband Jeff of Abilene, son Russ Fowler of Salina, ten grandchildren: Travis Savery, Tyler Savery, Jeremy Parks, Josh Parks, Richard Fowler, Cody Brunner, Keely Brunner, Lacy Brunner, Holly Brunner and Dillon Brunner, and twelve great-grandchildren and a sister, Susan Roberts and husband Jim of Abilene. She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband John four children: Debra Fowler-Parks, Richard Fowler, Roger Brunner and Bob Brunner, daughter-in-law, Sharon Fowler, granddaughter, Nikki Fowler, two brothers, Bob and Dick Patterson.

Graveside Services for Maggie will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 8, 2021 at the Hope City Cemetery. Friends may come by Martin-Becker-Carlson in Abilene anytime after 10:00 A.M., on Thursday to view and sign the register book. Family suggests memorials be given to Salina Rescue Mission. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Margaret “Maggie” Brunner 83 of Abilene, formerly of Hope passed away January 5, 2021 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Home. She was born in Provo, Utah September 22, 1937, the daughter of Richard and Agnes (Mitchell) Patterson. Maggie grew up in the Provo area and graduated from Provo High School. On May 5, 1961 she was united in marriage to John Brunner. He preceded her in death February 19, 2019. Maggie worked at the Sears store in Abilene, Duck Walls in the accounts receivable department, the Hope grocery store and at Endzone in Hope. Maggie is survived by her daughter Chris Savery and husband Jeff of Abilene, son Russ Fowler of Salina, ten grandchildren: Travis Savery, Tyler Savery, Jeremy Parks, Josh Parks, Richard Fowler, Cody Brunner, Keely Brunner, Lacy Brunner, Holly Brunner and Dillon Brunner, and twelve great-grandchildren and a sister, Susan Roberts and husband Jim of Abilene. She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband John four children: Debra Fowler-Parks, Richard Fowler, Roger Brunner and Bob Brunner, daughter-in-law, Sharon Fowler, granddaughter, Nikki Fowler, two brothers, Bob and Dick Patterson.Graveside Services for Maggie will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 8, 2021 at the Hope City Cemetery. Friends may come by Martin-Becker-Carlson in Abilene anytime after 10:00 A.M., on Thursday to view and sign the register book. Family suggests memorials be given to Salina Rescue Mission. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Margaret “Maggie” Brunner

Dr. Melvin S. Center, 80, of Manhattan, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 3rd, 2021. 

Melvin was born in Savannah, Georgia to Dr. Abraham and Bess Center on May 10, 1940. He graduated from Savannah High and the University of Georgia before receiving his Ph.D. from the Medical College of Georgia. He then continued his postdoctoral training as a researcher at Harvard Medical School for three years. Melvin began his career at Kansas State University in 1970 in the Division of Biology where he served for 29 years teaching and researching in virology and cancer cell biology. Over the years as a professor, he became an international authority on multi-drug resistance, an area of research that is crucial to successful chemotherapy. He would go on to train 17 graduate and postdoctoral students, publish more than 60 peer-reviewed papers in scientific literature and was selected a Mid-American States University honor lecturer. To provide a sense of his work, one of his published papers was entitled “Evidence that SP1 Modulates Transcriptional Activity of the Multidrug Resistance-Associated Protein Gene.” On September 2, 1962 he would marry Rosalind Siegel of Anderson, South Carolina whom he remained married to for 58 years. Melvin was a member of the Jewish community and spent his spare time serving meals to the needy through Meals on Wheels. He was an avid reader, loved to travel and discover local or gourmet food, and possessed a dry sense of humor that brought smiles to everyone who knew him. He also was exceedingly and zealously kind, and made the world around him a more thoughtful and gracious place to be. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Gary. He is survived by his wife Rosalind, brother Larry (Raline), his nephews and a niece and his children Michael (Allison) and Brian (Vivian). He also is survived by his four beloved grandchildren, David, Benjamin, Sophia and Olivia Center. Memorial donations in his name may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare Hospice, 3801 Vanesta Drive, Manhattan, KS 66503 or to the Manhattan Jewish Congregation, 1509 Wreath Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66503. Donations may be sent in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date once it is safe to do so.

Dr. Melvin S. Center, 80, of Manhattan, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 3rd, 2021. Melvin was born in Savannah, Georgia to Dr. Abraham and Bess Center on May 10, 1940. He graduated from Savannah High and the University of Georgia before receiving his Ph.D. from the Medical College of Georgia. He then continued his postdoctoral training as a researcher at Harvard Medical School for three years. Melvin began his career at Kansas State University in 1970 in the Division of Biology where he served for 29 years teaching and researching in virology and cancer cell biology. Over the years as a professor, he became an international authority on multi-drug resistance, an area of research that is crucial to successful chemotherapy. He would go on to train 17 graduate and postdoctoral students, publish more than 60 peer-reviewed papers in scientific literature and was selected a Mid-American States University honor lecturer. To provide a sense of his work, one of his published papers was entitled “Evidence that SP1 Modulates Transcriptional Activity of the Multidrug Resistance-Associated Protein Gene.” On September 2, 1962 he would marry Rosalind Siegel of Anderson, South Carolina whom he remained married to for 58 years. Melvin was a member of the Jewish community and spent his spare time serving meals to the needy through Meals on Wheels. He was an avid reader, loved to travel and discover local or gourmet food, and possessed a dry sense of humor that brought smiles to everyone who knew him. He also was exceedingly and zealously kind, and made the world around him a more thoughtful and gracious place to be. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Gary. He is survived by his wife Rosalind, brother Larry (Raline), his nephews and a niece and his children Michael (Allison) and Brian (Vivian). He also is survived by his four beloved grandchildren, David, Benjamin, Sophia and Olivia Center. Memorial donations in his name may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare Hospice, 3801 Vanesta Drive, Manhattan, KS 66503 or to the Manhattan Jewish Congregation, 1509 Wreath Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66503. Donations may be sent in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date once it is safe to do so.

Dr. Melvin S. Center

Margene Kay Moss, age 80, of Manhattan, died January 4, 2021, at her residence.

She was born October 23, 1940, in Manhattan, the daughter of Lisle and Julia (Campbell) Blasing. Margene graduated from Manhattan High School and then later in life earned her bachelors from Kansas State University in 1996 in Humanities. Margene worked as an accountant for many years at Kansas State University, retiring in 2003. She was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan, ManKan Campers, Gold Key National Honor Society, and KSU Alumni Association. She had volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader when her girls were young, and for several years at Tuttle Creek State Park. She was a talented artist and enjoyed working in painting, drawing and stained glass. She had a love for horses, enjoyed feeding the birds and gardening. Margene was married to Ronnie H. Moss on May 1, 2000, in Manhattan. Ronnie survives of the home. Additional survivors include her two daughters: Cheryl Armendariz and her husband Jim of Manhattan, and Julie Armendariz and her husband Victor of Portland, OR; four grandchildren: Erin, Lara, Michael and Anthony; two siblings: Robert Blasing of Oklahoma City, OK, and Pat Krushensky of Falcon, CO; two step-sons: Scott and Anthony Moss; her step-father Forrest Adams of Clinton, OK; and two step-brothers and a step-sister. Margene was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, and by one daughter, Beth Ann in infancy. Cremation is planned. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, January 14th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Margene Kay Moss, age 80, of Manhattan, died January 4, 2021, at her residence. She was born October 23, 1940, in Manhattan, the daughter of Lisle and Julia (Campbell) Blasing. Margene graduated from Manhattan High School and then later in life earned her bachelors from Kansas State University in 1996 in Humanities. Margene worked as an accountant for many years at Kansas State University, retiring in 2003. She was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan, ManKan Campers, Gold Key National Honor Society, and KSU Alumni Association. She had volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader when her girls were young, and for several years at Tuttle Creek State Park. She was a talented artist and enjoyed working in painting, drawing and stained glass. She had a love for horses, enjoyed feeding the birds and gardening. Margene was married to Ronnie H. Moss on May 1, 2000, in Manhattan. Ronnie survives of the home. Additional survivors include her two daughters: Cheryl Armendariz and her husband Jim of Manhattan, and Julie Armendariz and her husband Victor of Portland, OR; four grandchildren: Erin, Lara, Michael and Anthony; two siblings: Robert Blasing of Oklahoma City, OK, and Pat Krushensky of Falcon, CO; two step-sons: Scott and Anthony Moss; her step-father Forrest Adams of Clinton, OK; and two step-brothers and a step-sister. Margene was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, and by one daughter, Beth Ann in infancy. Cremation is planned. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, January 14th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Margene Kay Moss

Ellen Mathews, 59, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021. Visitation and funeral services will be held on January 9, 2021 at the Second Missionary Baptist Church in Junction City, Kansas. Visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., which will be directly followed by the funeral services. Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation have been entrusted with the services for Ms. Ellen Mathews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ellen Mathews, 59, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021. Visitation and funeral services will be held on January 9, 2021 at the Second Missionary Baptist Church in Junction City, Kansas. Visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., which will be directly followed by the funeral services. Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation have been entrusted with the services for Ms. Ellen Mathews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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