Bernice Emma Dorthea (Lawrenz) Diekmann, was born at her home near Herington, Kansas, November 7, 1914 to Karl L. and Olga Pauline Caroline (Ohm) Lawrenz.&nbsp; She passed away peacefully at Herington Municipal Hospital on December 3, 2020 with family and friends by her side.

Bernice attended a few schools, starting out at a one room school house which is now the Post Office in Lost Springs. She went to a Lutheran Parochial School inside the church in Latimer, and attended and graduated high school in Woodbine.&nbsp; In order to be able to attend and finish high school, she lived with a family and worked for room and board by cooking, cleaning, and helping with their children.&nbsp; Bernice lived on a farm, she had 4 brothers: Harry, Elmer, Charles (who only lived a couple days), LeRoy (Buddy) and 1 sister Rosetta.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bernice married Alvin Henry David Diekmann on December 19, 1935 at Junction City.&nbsp; They had a daughter that was stillborn and one son she lovingly called Bobby.&nbsp;

She belonged to the Missouri Synod Zion Lutheran Church of Latimer. She was a faithful member and attended church every Sunday and was a member of the Ladies Aide.

Bernice’s favorite memory was going to her grandparents’ house on Sundays.&nbsp; She carried on the tradition by hosting the get-togethers and serving lunch after church every Sunday, until she was 95 years old.

Bernice always lived on a farm until Alvin retired from farming in 1987.&nbsp; They then moved to Latimer and she lived there until 2010 when she fell and broke her hip and had to move into the assisted living in Herington.&nbsp; In March of this year, with the arising of COVID-19 and Bernice having some health issues, she moved in with her granddaughter Patty and her husband Mark.&nbsp; Bernice’s daughter-in-law, Faye also moved into the Carson home to help Patty with her care.&nbsp; Bernice was able to spend the last 8 months of her life with things she loved such as being on a farm, with a garden, her favorite home-cooked meals, pie on Sundays, and surrounded by her family.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, a stillborn daughter in 1937, which at the time; they were not allowed to give their baby girl a name.&nbsp; Her husband Alvin passed away on October 14, 1988.

Bernice leaves behind a son Bob Diekmann and his wife Faye of Latimer, KS.&nbsp; She also leaves her only granddaughter Patty and her husband Mark Carson of Wilsey, KS. Bernice has 3 great grandchildren: Dustin (Kaylee) Carson, Lori Carson, and Samantha Horton; and 4 great great grandchildren Emma, Hayden, Haddie Jo, and Mackenzie.&nbsp; She also leaves behind her sister Rosetta, sisters-in-law Emma Lawrenz and Velda Lawrenz; and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

&nbsp;In recent years, her granddaughter Patty has been sharing her journey on social media #MakingMemoriesWithGrandma, where she acquired quite a following of people whom have fallen in love with her.&nbsp; She became known as “Everybody’s Grandma”. On November 15 of this year, she was a featured story of a ‘106 Year Old’ on WIBW TV https://www.wibw.com/2020/11/16/wilsey-resident-continues-making-memories-in-her-106th-year/ .&nbsp; This was a highlight of memories for her as well.&nbsp;&nbsp; She is leaving a legacy of memories of hope and inspiration to many.

A graveside service, celebrating Bernice’s life, will be held at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 11:00 am, with Pastor King Crawford officiating.&nbsp; Masks and social distancing required.

Memorials may be made to either of her favorite organizations, Zion Ladies Aide of Latimer, KS or Herington Municipal Hospital, Herington, KS sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Bernice Emma Dorthea (Lawrenz) Diekmann, was born at her home near Herington, Kansas, November 7, 1914 to Karl L. and Olga Pauline Caroline (Ohm) Lawrenz.&nbsp; She passed away peacefully at Herington Municipal Hospital on December 3, 2020 with family and friends by her side.Bernice attended a few schools, starting out at a one room school house which is now the Post Office in Lost Springs. She went to a Lutheran Parochial School inside the church in Latimer, and attended and graduated high school in Woodbine.&nbsp; In order to be able to attend and finish high school, she lived with a family and worked for room and board by cooking, cleaning, and helping with their children.&nbsp; Bernice lived on a farm, she had 4 brothers: Harry, Elmer, Charles (who only lived a couple days), LeRoy (Buddy) and 1 sister Rosetta.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bernice married Alvin Henry David Diekmann on December 19, 1935 at Junction City.&nbsp; They had a daughter that was stillborn and one son she lovingly called Bobby.&nbsp;She belonged to the Missouri Synod Zion Lutheran Church of Latimer. She was a faithful member and attended church every Sunday and was a member of the Ladies Aide.Bernice’s favorite memory was going to her grandparents’ house on Sundays.&nbsp; She carried on the tradition by hosting the get-togethers and serving lunch after church every Sunday, until she was 95 years old.Bernice always lived on a farm until Alvin retired from farming in 1987.&nbsp; They then moved to Latimer and she lived there until 2010 when she fell and broke her hip and had to move into the assisted living in Herington.&nbsp; In March of this year, with the arising of COVID-19 and Bernice having some health issues, she moved in with her granddaughter Patty and her husband Mark.&nbsp; Bernice’s daughter-in-law, Faye also moved into the Carson home to help Patty with her care.&nbsp; Bernice was able to spend the last 8 months of her life with things she loved such as being on a farm, with a garden, her favorite home-cooked meals, pie on Sundays, and surrounded by her family.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, a stillborn daughter in 1937, which at the time; they were not allowed to give their baby girl a name.&nbsp; Her husband Alvin passed away on October 14, 1988.Bernice leaves behind a son Bob Diekmann and his wife Faye of Latimer, KS.&nbsp; She also leaves her only granddaughter Patty and her husband Mark Carson of Wilsey, KS. Bernice has 3 great grandchildren: Dustin (Kaylee) Carson, Lori Carson, and Samantha Horton; and 4 great great grandchildren Emma, Hayden, Haddie Jo, and Mackenzie.&nbsp; She also leaves behind her sister Rosetta, sisters-in-law Emma Lawrenz and Velda Lawrenz; and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp;In recent years, her granddaughter Patty has been sharing her journey on social media #MakingMemoriesWithGrandma, where she acquired quite a following of people whom have fallen in love with her.&nbsp; She became known as “Everybody’s Grandma”. On November 15 of this year, she was a featured story of a ‘106 Year Old’ on WIBW TV https://www.wibw.com/2020/11/16/wilsey-resident-continues-making-memories-in-her-106th-year/ .&nbsp; This was a highlight of memories for her as well.&nbsp;&nbsp; She is leaving a legacy of memories of hope and inspiration to many.A graveside service, celebrating Bernice’s life, will be held at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 11:00 am, with Pastor King Crawford officiating.&nbsp; Masks and social distancing required.Memorials may be made to either of her favorite organizations, Zion Ladies Aide of Latimer, KS or Herington Municipal Hospital, Herington, KS sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Bernice Diekmann - November 7, 1914-December 3, 2020 (age 106)

Ellen's life began on January 29, 1939 in Hollidaysburg, PA.&nbsp; She was the daughter&nbsp;of James A. and Kathleen L. (Copenhaver) Cochran.&nbsp; Ellen spent 20 years serving food and making friends at Denny's Restaurant in Junction City.&nbsp; She was a member of First Baptist Church, Herington and had attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Ellen loved her TV and QVC shopping.&nbsp; She loved to hear her grandson, John Carson, sing and loved her family deeply.

Her loving family includes her children Eugene and Bonnie Ray of Wayne, OK and Donna Rea of Manhattan, KS; and over 20 grandchildren, and 30 great grandchildren, her sister Donna Horne of Titusville, Fl and nieces Kathleen Sweeney of Mims, FL and Shonda Schwartz of PA and Renee Rohm also PA.&nbsp; Ellen passed away on Monday November 30, 2020 at Legacy of Herington. She is preceded in death by her parents, children James A. Ray and Johnlene "Jackie" Carson and brother James A. Forrester.&nbsp;

Her family will gather with friends on Saturday from 2- 4 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington and her funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 10 a.m. led by Pastor Darrell Geist.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Herington Family Resource Management in care of the funeral home.

Ellen's life began on January 29, 1939 in Hollidaysburg, PA.&nbsp; She was the daughter&nbsp;of James A. and Kathleen L. (Copenhaver) Cochran.&nbsp; Ellen spent 20 years serving food and making friends at Denny's Restaurant in Junction City.&nbsp; She was a member of First Baptist Church, Herington and had attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Ellen loved her TV and QVC shopping.&nbsp; She loved to hear her grandson, John Carson, sing and loved her family deeply.Her loving family includes her children Eugene and Bonnie Ray of Wayne, OK and Donna Rea of Manhattan, KS; and over 20 grandchildren, and 30 great grandchildren, her sister Donna Horne of Titusville, Fl and nieces Kathleen Sweeney of Mims, FL and Shonda Schwartz of PA and Renee Rohm also PA.&nbsp; Ellen passed away on Monday November 30, 2020 at Legacy of Herington. She is preceded in death by her parents, children James A. Ray and Johnlene "Jackie" Carson and brother James A. Forrester.&nbsp;Her family will gather with friends on Saturday from 2- 4 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington and her funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 10 a.m. led by Pastor Darrell Geist.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to the Herington Family Resource Management in care of the funeral home.

Ellen L. Elliott - January 29, 1939-November 30, 2020 (age 81)

Roy Alan Van Buren moved to Heaven on November 29, 2020 due to complications of Covid-19.&nbsp; He was born February 16, 1947 in Junction City to Earl and Alice (Pilgrim) Van Buren. They moved to Marion when Roy was six months old. He attended Marion schools, graduating from Marion High School in 1965.&nbsp; Roy continued his education at Friends University. He served his country in the Army National Guard and was on active duty during the Vietnam War.

Roy was an aircraft engineer for 40 years, retiring from Beechcraft in 2009. He was united in marriage to Cheryl Lieurance on April 10, 1971 in Wichita. The greatest joy of his life was reading, studying, and teaching the Word of God in many Sunday School classes and Bible study groups over the years. Roy was blessed with the ability to fix, repair, or build almost anything.&nbsp; He spent many hours working with wood, producing furniture and turning bowls on his lathe.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Jesse Branson. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl of Hillsboro; his sisters, Anita Galbraith of Defiance, OH, Jan (Mike) Erpelding of Crete, NE, Khrista (Rick) Branson of Ashland, KS; mother-in-law, Delores Lieurance of Wichita and several nieces and nephews.

His family will gather with friends on Saturday, December 5,,2020, at 11 a.m. at Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, 300 Prairie Pointe. Memorial contributions in Roy's name may be directed to Assemblies of God One Hope, providing Bibles to children around the world in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro.

Roy Alan Van Buren moved to Heaven on November 29, 2020 due to complications of Covid-19.&nbsp; He was born February 16, 1947 in Junction City to Earl and Alice (Pilgrim) Van Buren. They moved to Marion when Roy was six months old. He attended Marion schools, graduating from Marion High School in 1965.&nbsp; Roy continued his education at Friends University. He served his country in the Army National Guard and was on active duty during the Vietnam War.Roy was an aircraft engineer for 40 years, retiring from Beechcraft in 2009. He was united in marriage to Cheryl Lieurance on April 10, 1971 in Wichita. The greatest joy of his life was reading, studying, and teaching the Word of God in many Sunday School classes and Bible study groups over the years. Roy was blessed with the ability to fix, repair, or build almost anything.&nbsp; He spent many hours working with wood, producing furniture and turning bowls on his lathe.Roy is preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Jesse Branson. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl of Hillsboro; his sisters, Anita Galbraith of Defiance, OH, Jan (Mike) Erpelding of Crete, NE, Khrista (Rick) Branson of Ashland, KS; mother-in-law, Delores Lieurance of Wichita and several nieces and nephews.His family will gather with friends on Saturday, December 5,,2020, at 11 a.m. at Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, 300 Prairie Pointe. Memorial contributions in Roy's name may be directed to Assemblies of God One Hope, providing Bibles to children around the world in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro.

Roy Alan Van Buren - February 16, 1947-November 29, 2020 (age 73)

Naomi L. Rider 90 of Abilene passed away Monday, November 30, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born January 30, 1930 in Abilene, Kansas the daughter of Walter and Irene (Dimond) Bowell. She attended the local schools in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School in 1948. On July 24, 1949 she was united in marriage to H. Ray Rider in Abilene. He preceded her in death November 12, 2008. Naomi was a house wife and mother.

She is survived by her three daughters, Susan K. Anderson (Vernon) of Clay Center; Sharon R. Evans (Ed) of Clay Center and Patti J. Anderson (Jay) of KC, MO. Eight grandchildren twelve great-grandchildren and two sister-in-laws, Norma and Marjorie Bowell. She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Ray and four brothers.

The family has chosen cremation. Private family inurnment will take place Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Ron Bowell officiating. Friends may come by any time Friday, December 4, 2020 from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. to sign the register book at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials be given to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Naomi L. Rider 90 of Abilene passed away Monday, November 30, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born January 30, 1930 in Abilene, Kansas the daughter of Walter and Irene (Dimond) Bowell. She attended the local schools in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School in 1948. On July 24, 1949 she was united in marriage to H. Ray Rider in Abilene. He preceded her in death November 12, 2008. Naomi was a house wife and mother. She is survived by her three daughters, Susan K. Anderson (Vernon) of Clay Center; Sharon R. Evans (Ed) of Clay Center and Patti J. Anderson (Jay) of KC, MO. Eight grandchildren twelve great-grandchildren and two sister-in-laws, Norma and Marjorie Bowell. She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Ray and four brothers. The family has chosen cremation. Private family inurnment will take place Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Ron Bowell officiating. Friends may come by any time Friday, December 4, 2020 from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. to sign the register book at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials be given to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Naomi L. Rider

&nbsp;William (Bill) F. Bird was born in Lincoln, Kansas October 13, 1926 son of George and Georgia (Moore) Bird. He grew up and attended schools in the Lincoln and Chase areas in Kansas. During married life he lived in Lincoln, Russell, Great Bend, Hill City, Oberlin, Salina, and finally in 1968 made his permanent home in Abilene. He married Dorothy Johnson on May 31, 1946. They had 3 daughters. Dorothy died in 1996. He married Doris Degraffenried on December 6, 1997. Doris died in 2016. When he married Doris he gained 3 more daughters Doris Ward, Kathy Heiser and Stacy Meuli and their husbands, 2 sons Kenny and Jeff Degraffenried and their wives and many grandchildren of which he loved very much.

Bill was a great father and grandfather. Bill worked all his life mostly driving trucks beginning on the family farm where he drove farm trucks. He worked for K&amp;E and RC Williams driving oil rigs. He also drove coast to coast for JB Montgomery and retired after driving for Alco over 20 years.

He was a World War 2 Veteran. Bill was a great father and grandfather. In younger years he raced motorcycles and enjoyed riding. He always enjoyed spending time with his family, camping and boating, working in the garage on motors and various projects, helping others whenever he could and visiting with others.

Bill is survived by 3 daughters Betty J. Whyte Edgerton Kansas, Carolyn K. Eller Abilene, Kansas, Roberta L. Robertson husband James of Abilene. 21 grandchildren and great grandchildren He was preceded in death by both of his parents, his wife Dorothy and his 2nd wife Doris, 2 brothers and 3 sisters, 2 son-in-laws, and 1 grandson.

The family has chosen cremation. The family suggests memorials be given to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the William Bird Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;William (Bill) F. Bird was born in Lincoln, Kansas October 13, 1926 son of George and Georgia (Moore) Bird. He grew up and attended schools in the Lincoln and Chase areas in Kansas. During married life he lived in Lincoln, Russell, Great Bend, Hill City, Oberlin, Salina, and finally in 1968 made his permanent home in Abilene. He married Dorothy Johnson on May 31, 1946. They had 3 daughters. Dorothy died in 1996. He married Doris Degraffenried on December 6, 1997. Doris died in 2016. When he married Doris he gained 3 more daughters Doris Ward, Kathy Heiser and Stacy Meuli and their husbands, 2 sons Kenny and Jeff Degraffenried and their wives and many grandchildren of which he loved very much. Bill was a great father and grandfather. Bill worked all his life mostly driving trucks beginning on the family farm where he drove farm trucks. He worked for K&amp;E and RC Williams driving oil rigs. He also drove coast to coast for JB Montgomery and retired after driving for Alco over 20 years. He was a World War 2 Veteran. Bill was a great father and grandfather. In younger years he raced motorcycles and enjoyed riding. He always enjoyed spending time with his family, camping and boating, working in the garage on motors and various projects, helping others whenever he could and visiting with others. Bill is survived by 3 daughters Betty J. Whyte Edgerton Kansas, Carolyn K. Eller Abilene, Kansas, Roberta L. Robertson husband James of Abilene. 21 grandchildren and great grandchildren He was preceded in death by both of his parents, his wife Dorothy and his 2nd wife Doris, 2 brothers and 3 sisters, 2 son-in-laws, and 1 grandson. The family has chosen cremation. The family suggests memorials be given to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the William Bird Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William "Bill" Bird - October 13th, 1926-November 26th, 2020

Rayford “Ray” Willingham, age 92, of Sylvan Grove, Kansas, died Thursday November 26, 2020. He was born on March 15, 1928 in Love County, Overbrook, Oklahoma, the son of John Martin and Mary Clara (Brawley) Willingham. Ray attended schools in the area and went to Meadowbrook High School in Love County, Oklahoma. Ray then went to and graduated from the Tulsa Barber College in Tulsa, Oklahoma. On February 20, 1949 in Manhattan, he was united in marriage to Lucille Gier. She survives at their home in Sylvan Grove. Ray served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He then worked as a barber for many years and then he also owned and operated a bicycle repair shop for 6 years before retiring. He and Lu moved to Sylvan Grove when he retired in 1991. He spent many days fishing on Lake Wilson. Ray was preceded in death by his son Kim Dong Chan Willingham and his grandson, Justin Lee Willingham. In addition to his wife Ray is survived by his children, Pate Wayne Willingham (Judy) of Manhattan and Mark Willingham of Las Vegas, Nevada and also his daughter-in-law, Young Hoi Willingham of Manhattan. Also, his grandchildren: Timothy Ray Willingham (Kate), Steven Kim Willingham (Minah), Jon Young Willingham, Chantel Lea Vogel (David), Alia Page Nicholson (Derek), Dalton Duane Willingham, Alicia Sailors Willingham and his 14 great-grandchildren; his siblings, Imogene Gentry, Bobby Jo Willingham, Nona Ruth Kucharski, Harold Dean Willingham, Martin Junior Willingham, and Mary Lou Hensley. Graveside Services will be private the Valley View Memorial Gardens in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested in memory of Ray to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Sylvan Grove, The Lutheran Hour Radio, or the Sylvan Senior Center. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rayford “Ray” Willingham, age 92, of Sylvan Grove, Kansas, died Thursday November 26, 2020. He was born on March 15, 1928 in Love County, Overbrook, Oklahoma, the son of John Martin and Mary Clara (Brawley) Willingham. Ray attended schools in the area and went to Meadowbrook High School in Love County, Oklahoma. Ray then went to and graduated from the Tulsa Barber College in Tulsa, Oklahoma. On February 20, 1949 in Manhattan, he was united in marriage to Lucille Gier. She survives at their home in Sylvan Grove. Ray served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He then worked as a barber for many years and then he also owned and operated a bicycle repair shop for 6 years before retiring. He and Lu moved to Sylvan Grove when he retired in 1991. He spent many days fishing on Lake Wilson. Ray was preceded in death by his son Kim Dong Chan Willingham and his grandson, Justin Lee Willingham. In addition to his wife Ray is survived by his children, Pate Wayne Willingham (Judy) of Manhattan and Mark Willingham of Las Vegas, Nevada and also his daughter-in-law, Young Hoi Willingham of Manhattan. Also, his grandchildren: Timothy Ray Willingham (Kate), Steven Kim Willingham (Minah), Jon Young Willingham, Chantel Lea Vogel (David), Alia Page Nicholson (Derek), Dalton Duane Willingham, Alicia Sailors Willingham and his 14 great-grandchildren; his siblings, Imogene Gentry, Bobby Jo Willingham, Nona Ruth Kucharski, Harold Dean Willingham, Martin Junior Willingham, and Mary Lou Hensley. Graveside Services will be private the Valley View Memorial Gardens in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested in memory of Ray to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Sylvan Grove, The Lutheran Hour Radio, or the Sylvan Senior Center. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rayford “Ray” Willingham

Charles E. Glasscock Sr. age 82, of Manhattan, died November 28, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born on June 19, 1938 in Wetumpka, Alabama, the son of James and Sarah (Swindel) Glasscock. He quit school at the 8th grade to work to help provide for his parents and eight siblings. He was drafted into the Army and became the highest scoring cadet in his Officers’ Cadet School (OCS) graduating class. Charlie served two tours in Vietnam. He was in the infantry, paratrooper, and a Ranger. He commanded a Battalion in Hawaii at Schofield Barracks, after his service in Vietnam. He retired after 30 years of service. Charlie attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and graduated with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Criminal Justice in 1974. He later earned his Masters Degree from Wichita State University. Charlie and his family moved to Manhattan in 1978. He worked for Waters’ True Value for 20 years. He loved NFL and College Football, especially Alabama Crimson Tide, and watching NASCAR races. Also, he enjoyed to go golfing, fishing, hunting turkey with his grandson, and gardening. As a southern gentleman, he loved his fried chicken every Sunday. Charlie always had a ready smile and a greeting for people he met. He loved and adopted stray animals, loved rainy days, thunderstorms, enjoyed listening to birds and walks in nature. Spring and Summer were his favorite seasons. Additionally, he was a life-long, prolific reader, especially when it came to Shakespeare and Hemmingway. He loved listening to classical and country music; he especially loved The Three Tenors. Charlie is survived by his wife Rosamunde Glasscock, daughter Carmen Noel Dorr, son Charles Edward Glasscock, Jr.; grandsons: Derek and Staton Eichman, granddaughter, Alexandra Eichman, and great-granddaughter Lera Eichman. Graveside Services with full military honors will be held on Friday December 4, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan. Memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Glasscock are suggested to the Shriners Hospital for Children. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charles E. Glasscock Sr. age 82, of Manhattan, died November 28, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born on June 19, 1938 in Wetumpka, Alabama, the son of James and Sarah (Swindel) Glasscock. He quit school at the 8th grade to work to help provide for his parents and eight siblings. He was drafted into the Army and became the highest scoring cadet in his Officers’ Cadet School (OCS) graduating class. Charlie served two tours in Vietnam. He was in the infantry, paratrooper, and a Ranger. He commanded a Battalion in Hawaii at Schofield Barracks, after his service in Vietnam. He retired after 30 years of service. Charlie attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and graduated with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Criminal Justice in 1974. He later earned his Masters Degree from Wichita State University. Charlie and his family moved to Manhattan in 1978. He worked for Waters’ True Value for 20 years. He loved NFL and College Football, especially Alabama Crimson Tide, and watching NASCAR races. Also, he enjoyed to go golfing, fishing, hunting turkey with his grandson, and gardening. As a southern gentleman, he loved his fried chicken every Sunday. Charlie always had a ready smile and a greeting for people he met. He loved and adopted stray animals, loved rainy days, thunderstorms, enjoyed listening to birds and walks in nature. Spring and Summer were his favorite seasons. Additionally, he was a life-long, prolific reader, especially when it came to Shakespeare and Hemmingway. He loved listening to classical and country music; he especially loved The Three Tenors. Charlie is survived by his wife Rosamunde Glasscock, daughter Carmen Noel Dorr, son Charles Edward Glasscock, Jr.; grandsons: Derek and Staton Eichman, granddaughter, Alexandra Eichman, and great-granddaughter Lera Eichman. Graveside Services with full military honors will be held on Friday December 4, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan. Memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Glasscock are suggested to the Shriners Hospital for Children. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charles E. Glasscock, Sr.

Felix Alfonzo Vinson Sr. 49 was born June 6,1971 in Junction City, Kansas to, George and Linda Vinson. After struggling with congestive heart failure complications for four years Felix transitioned on November 22,2020. He was preceded in death by his father George Earl Vinson Sr. brother George Earl Vinson Jr. and sister Ethel Mae Vinson. Felix is survived by his mother Linda B. Ryan Vinson of the home; his sons: Micah Williams of Kansas City, Missouri; Felix Vinson Jr. of Junction City; Derrick Haase of Junction City; Tristian Regan of Lincolnton, North Carolina; Elijah Smith of Lincolnton, North Carolina; brothers Richard Wayne Vinson of Wichita; Maurice Vinson of Seattle; 7 sisters: Linda Gibson of Dayton, Ohio, Dewonna Goodridge of Junction City; Natasha Chisholm of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Vera Coachman of Ogden, KS, Velma Robinson- Davis (Dwight) of Junction City, Beverly Molina of Lawton, Oklahoma and Wilma Jean Robinson of Valdosta, Georgia; aunts Brenda Chisholm (Bishop William Chisholm) of Fayetteville, North Carolina and Shirreen Young of Junction City. Also surviving are eight grandkids, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. A longtime special friend Kimberly Knight Lacey and other close friends who loved and adored him. Felix received his education from Geary County Public schools in Junction City, an Associates of Science Degree from the Charlotte, North Carolina Technology and Trade school of Carpentry. Felix was attending the University of Phoenix majoring in Information Technology when his health started taking a turn for the worst. As little a boy Felix attended his family church, The Church of God in Christ in Manhattan. At the age of 17 Felix worked as a Private Contractor for various moving companies throughout the Junction City and Manhattan area; until his health would not allow him to work anymore. Felix also worked for the Howard Johnson hotel in Junction City as a maintenance man and ground keeper. Felix moved to Charlotte, North Carolina where he worked as a mail carrier and a cashier for the racetrack gas station. Felix loved old school R&amp;B music, he loved to dance, go fishing, ride his bike all over Junction City. Most importantly he enjoyed sitting under the tree listening to music with his friends, Jerome Smith, Russell Carter, Dwight Davis also known as the Panther Crew or going to his friend Kerry Patton’s house in Topeka which is known as the KC Chief crew. Felix enjoyed driving his mother from state to state to VFW and Military Order of the Cootie conventions and inspections. Felix had a favorite saying,” The party don’t start until I get there, because I’m the life of the party; and everything will be all right.” Felix will be greatly missed by everyone who had an opportunity to meet him. Visitation will be held Thursday, December, 3rd, at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation between the hours of 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Friday at The New Church of the Living God in Junction City at 2 p.m.. Memorials in Remembrance of Mr. Vinson can be sent to the Military Order of the Cootie and addressed to Mary Reed, 1223 Westwood BLVD, Junction City, KS. 66441.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Felix Alfonzo Vinson Sr. 49 was born June 6,1971 in Junction City, Kansas to, George and Linda Vinson. After struggling with congestive heart failure complications for four years Felix transitioned on November 22,2020. He was preceded in death by his father George Earl Vinson Sr. brother George Earl Vinson Jr. and sister Ethel Mae Vinson. Felix is survived by his mother Linda B. Ryan Vinson of the home; his sons: Micah Williams of Kansas City, Missouri; Felix Vinson Jr. of Junction City; Derrick Haase of Junction City; Tristian Regan of Lincolnton, North Carolina; Elijah Smith of Lincolnton, North Carolina; brothers Richard Wayne Vinson of Wichita; Maurice Vinson of Seattle; 7 sisters: Linda Gibson of Dayton, Ohio, Dewonna Goodridge of Junction City; Natasha Chisholm of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Vera Coachman of Ogden, KS, Velma Robinson- Davis (Dwight) of Junction City, Beverly Molina of Lawton, Oklahoma and Wilma Jean Robinson of Valdosta, Georgia; aunts Brenda Chisholm (Bishop William Chisholm) of Fayetteville, North Carolina and Shirreen Young of Junction City. Also surviving are eight grandkids, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. A longtime special friend Kimberly Knight Lacey and other close friends who loved and adored him. Felix received his education from Geary County Public schools in Junction City, an Associates of Science Degree from the Charlotte, North Carolina Technology and Trade school of Carpentry. Felix was attending the University of Phoenix majoring in Information Technology when his health started taking a turn for the worst. As little a boy Felix attended his family church, The Church of God in Christ in Manhattan. At the age of 17 Felix worked as a Private Contractor for various moving companies throughout the Junction City and Manhattan area; until his health would not allow him to work anymore. Felix also worked for the Howard Johnson hotel in Junction City as a maintenance man and ground keeper. Felix moved to Charlotte, North Carolina where he worked as a mail carrier and a cashier for the racetrack gas station. Felix loved old school R&amp;B music, he loved to dance, go fishing, ride his bike all over Junction City. Most importantly he enjoyed sitting under the tree listening to music with his friends, Jerome Smith, Russell Carter, Dwight Davis also known as the Panther Crew or going to his friend Kerry Patton’s house in Topeka which is known as the KC Chief crew. Felix enjoyed driving his mother from state to state to VFW and Military Order of the Cootie conventions and inspections. Felix had a favorite saying,” The party don’t start until I get there, because I’m the life of the party; and everything will be all right.” Felix will be greatly missed by everyone who had an opportunity to meet him. Visitation will be held Thursday, December, 3rd, at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation between the hours of 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Friday at The New Church of the Living God in Junction City at 2 p.m.. Memorials in Remembrance of Mr. Vinson can be sent to the Military Order of the Cootie and addressed to Mary Reed, 1223 Westwood BLVD, Junction City, KS. 66441.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Felix Alfonzo Vinson, Sr.

Eleanor Rhue Phillips, 91, passed away November 29, 2020 at Diversicare in Council Grove.

She was born April 12, 1929, at her grandparents farm near Wilsey to Ralph and Viola (Camp) Hertlein. She graduated from Wilsey Rural High School in 1947. After graduation she attended KSTC (ESU) and received a teaching certificate. She taught at a one room schoolhouse south of her parents farm. On April 13, 1951, she married Frank (Popeye) Phillips, Jr. at the home of Rev.T.P. Henry. They were married for 46 years until his death, October 30, 1997. On February 14, 2003, she married Kenneth Muller at Wilsey United Methodist Church. He survives.

Eleanor and Popeye spent a year and a half in Germany where he was stationed in the Army. She always talked fondly of those days and the lifelong friends they met. After returning to the states they made their home in Wilsey. Eleanor was extremely active and involved with her family and community. She was a member of the Wilsey United Methodist Church where she taught, mentored and played the piano and organ for many years. She was also a member of UMW, Wilsey Lions Club, the Chase County Art Guild, a 4-H sewing leader and a member of Eastern Star for over 60 years. Along with these organizations she played the piano and organ for many weddings, funerals and events and every Friday at Diversicare for over 30 years, while her girls were growing up, Eleanor used her talents by decorating numerous wedding cakes and setting and styling hair of neighbors and family over the years. In her early 60’s she found a passion for drawing and painting and continued that passion until a couple of years ago. She prided herself in being a wife, mother, and grandmother, and was a friend to many.

She is survived by her husband Kenneth Muller; daughters, Cindy Krisman (Dale) of Emporia; JaNell Brown (Jack) of Dwight; step children, Suzanne (Joe) Hokett of Salina, Richard (Tammy) Muller of Council Grove; grandchildren, Sara Weaver (Jesse) of Osage City; Jordan Krisman of Wichita; Cristy Hutchinson of Council Grove; Eric (Ashley) Brown of Emporia; great grandchildren, Rowen and Wrenna Weaver; Mikayla, Tyler, Wyatt and Westyn Hutchinson; and Porter Brown; and special cousins Ruby and John Hertlein.

She is preceded in death by her first husband, Popeye; daughter, Kimberly Dawn; grandsons, Matt Gillaspie and Scott Brown; her parents and brother Ralph, Jr.

Graveside services will be at the Wilsey Cemetery, Thursday, December 3, 2020, at 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; Eleanor will lie in state on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, from 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; to 1:00 p.m. at Sawyer Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to the Wilsey United Methodist Church in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Eleanor Rhue Phillips, 91, passed away November 29, 2020 at Diversicare in Council Grove.She was born April 12, 1929, at her grandparents farm near Wilsey to Ralph and Viola (Camp) Hertlein. She graduated from Wilsey Rural High School in 1947. After graduation she attended KSTC (ESU) and received a teaching certificate. She taught at a one room schoolhouse south of her parents farm. On April 13, 1951, she married Frank (Popeye) Phillips, Jr. at the home of Rev.T.P. Henry. They were married for 46 years until his death, October 30, 1997. On February 14, 2003, she married Kenneth Muller at Wilsey United Methodist Church. He survives.Eleanor and Popeye spent a year and a half in Germany where he was stationed in the Army. She always talked fondly of those days and the lifelong friends they met. After returning to the states they made their home in Wilsey. Eleanor was extremely active and involved with her family and community. She was a member of the Wilsey United Methodist Church where she taught, mentored and played the piano and organ for many years. She was also a member of UMW, Wilsey Lions Club, the Chase County Art Guild, a 4-H sewing leader and a member of Eastern Star for over 60 years. Along with these organizations she played the piano and organ for many weddings, funerals and events and every Friday at Diversicare for over 30 years, while her girls were growing up, Eleanor used her talents by decorating numerous wedding cakes and setting and styling hair of neighbors and family over the years. In her early 60’s she found a passion for drawing and painting and continued that passion until a couple of years ago. She prided herself in being a wife, mother, and grandmother, and was a friend to many.She is survived by her husband Kenneth Muller; daughters, Cindy Krisman (Dale) of Emporia; JaNell Brown (Jack) of Dwight; step children, Suzanne (Joe) Hokett of Salina, Richard (Tammy) Muller of Council Grove; grandchildren, Sara Weaver (Jesse) of Osage City; Jordan Krisman of Wichita; Cristy Hutchinson of Council Grove; Eric (Ashley) Brown of Emporia; great grandchildren, Rowen and Wrenna Weaver; Mikayla, Tyler, Wyatt and Westyn Hutchinson; and Porter Brown; and special cousins Ruby and John Hertlein.She is preceded in death by her first husband, Popeye; daughter, Kimberly Dawn; grandsons, Matt Gillaspie and Scott Brown; her parents and brother Ralph, Jr.Graveside services will be at the Wilsey Cemetery, Thursday, December 3, 2020, at 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; Eleanor will lie in state on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, from 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; to 1:00 p.m. at Sawyer Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to the Wilsey United Methodist Church in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Eleanor Rhue Phillips

Gary Wayne Brough, 71, of Junction City, KS passed away on Tuesday, November 24th, 2020, at his residence in Junction City, KS. Gary was born March 8th, 1949, in Great Bend, KS. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank Albert Brough, his mother, Marian Lorene (Pedigo) Brough and his wife, Shirley J. (Barlett) Brough. He is survived by his brothers, Jimmy and Danny Brough of Great Bend, KS. His children from his previous marriage to Karen (Birzer) Brough, son, Nickolas Brough of Kansas City, KS. Daughter, Rebecca Brough and grandson, Dylan Taylor of Junction City, KS. His extended family from marriage to Shirley Brough, daughters, Katrina Davis and husband Kyle Davis of Spanaway, WA. Penny Fink and husband Al Fink of Omaha, NE. Grandchildren, Dana Montgomery of Omaha, NE. Kevin Montgomery, wife Yurika and their two daughters also of Omaha, NE. Raven Davis and son of Spanaway, WA and Austin Davis also of Spanaway, WA. Gary was a Great Bend High School graduate belonging to the Argonne Rebels Drum and Bugle Corps throughout high school. He attended Pratt Community College before joining the US Army and serving in the Vietnam war. Upon leaving the Army, Gary worked federal civil service at Fort Riley as a Supply Specialist and retired from Irwin Army Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held Thursday, December 10th at 1:00 p.m. at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with military honors.&nbsp; Due to Covid-19 restrictions we ask that those in attendance observe social distancing.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary Wayne Brough, 71, of Junction City, KS passed away on Tuesday, November 24th, 2020, at his residence in Junction City, KS. Gary was born March 8th, 1949, in Great Bend, KS. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank Albert Brough, his mother, Marian Lorene (Pedigo) Brough and his wife, Shirley J. (Barlett) Brough. He is survived by his brothers, Jimmy and Danny Brough of Great Bend, KS. His children from his previous marriage to Karen (Birzer) Brough, son, Nickolas Brough of Kansas City, KS. Daughter, Rebecca Brough and grandson, Dylan Taylor of Junction City, KS. His extended family from marriage to Shirley Brough, daughters, Katrina Davis and husband Kyle Davis of Spanaway, WA. Penny Fink and husband Al Fink of Omaha, NE. Grandchildren, Dana Montgomery of Omaha, NE. Kevin Montgomery, wife Yurika and their two daughters also of Omaha, NE. Raven Davis and son of Spanaway, WA and Austin Davis also of Spanaway, WA. Gary was a Great Bend High School graduate belonging to the Argonne Rebels Drum and Bugle Corps throughout high school. He attended Pratt Community College before joining the US Army and serving in the Vietnam war. Upon leaving the Army, Gary worked federal civil service at Fort Riley as a Supply Specialist and retired from Irwin Army Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held Thursday, December 10th at 1:00 p.m. at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with military honors.&nbsp; Due to Covid-19 restrictions we ask that those in attendance observe social distancing.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary Wayne Brough

Norma May Hargrave, age 90 of Randolph, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at the Blue Valley Senior Living Center in Blue Rapids.

She was born on March 7, 1930 in Manhattan, the daughter of Vernon and Florence (Rice) Pate.  In her early years, she was a member of the United Presbyterian Church on Carnahan Creek and a 4-H member.

On June 3, 1951, she married Louis E. Hargrave.  He preceded her in death in 2013.

She worked for Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance for three years before she was married and then was the secretary in University Facilities at Kansas State University.  Eventually by promotions, she became the supervisor of the Motor Pool, retiring from KSU in 1995.  Norma was a member of the Randolph United Methodist Church and 4-H Club Leader for the Randolph Ramblers, where she was a part of the charter membership of the club.

She is survived by three sons, Steven Hargrave and wife Debbie of Randolph, Gary Hargrave and wife Diana of Randolph and Daniel Hargrave and wife Kristin of Waterville; one foster son, Ken Hanson and wife Bonnie of Randolph; eight grandchildren, Derick Hargrave (Ashlie), Melissa Geisler (Kurtis), Nick Hargrave (Tara Fountain), Monica Schultz (O.J.), Gavin Hargrave, Trenton Hargrave (Lynn), Terra Bruna (John) and Madison Hargrave and eight great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Ruth Wohler.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 3, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 4, 2020 at the Randolph Fancy Creek Cemetery with Pastor Sandy Ferguson officiating.

Memorials have been established for the Randolph United Methodist Church and the Blue Valley Senior Living Center.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Norma May Hargrave, age 90 of Randolph, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at the Blue Valley Senior Living Center in Blue Rapids.She was born on March 7, 1930 in Manhattan, the daughter of Vernon and Florence (Rice) Pate. In her early years, she was a member of the United Presbyterian Church on Carnahan Creek and a 4-H member.On June 3, 1951, she married Louis E. Hargrave. He preceded her in death in 2013.She worked for Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance for three years before she was married and then was the secretary in University Facilities at Kansas State University. Eventually by promotions, she became the supervisor of the Motor Pool, retiring from KSU in 1995. Norma was a member of the Randolph United Methodist Church and 4-H Club Leader for the Randolph Ramblers, where she was a part of the charter membership of the club.She is survived by three sons, Steven Hargrave and wife Debbie of Randolph, Gary Hargrave and wife Diana of Randolph and Daniel Hargrave and wife Kristin of Waterville; one foster son, Ken Hanson and wife Bonnie of Randolph; eight grandchildren, Derick Hargrave (Ashlie), Melissa Geisler (Kurtis), Nick Hargrave (Tara Fountain), Monica Schultz (O.J.), Gavin Hargrave, Trenton Hargrave (Lynn), Terra Bruna (John) and Madison Hargrave and eight great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Ruth Wohler.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 3, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 4, 2020 at the Randolph Fancy Creek Cemetery with Pastor Sandy Ferguson officiating.Memorials have been established for the Randolph United Methodist Church and the Blue Valley Senior Living Center. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Norma May Hargrave

Norma Jean Haller, age 95 of Manhattan and formerly of Leonardville, died Friday, November 27, 2020 surrounded by loved ones at Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City.

She was born on June 23, 1925 in Oak Hill, Kansas to Leon and Clara Malcolm. She attended Clay Center Grade School and graduated from Morganville High School.

On April 21, 1951 in Morganville, she was married to Wayne Roger Haller and for 63 years they loved each other deeply with a strong faith at the core of their marriage. Wayne died on June 10, 2014.

Together they raised their three children from a loving home in Leonardville, Kansas.

 Norma and Wayne loved hosting family holidays and she was known for her famous Christmas Salad, Fanestil Ham and adventurous Easter Egg Hunts. Her legacy lives on in all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Manhattan and Leonardville United Methodist Church where she served Methodist Women, taught Sunday School, sang in the choir and led children’s choir. She enjoyed volunteering with Wayne at Sing-A-Long in the Leonardville Nursing Home for many years. They would take their grandchildren with them to show them off and be part of the Sing-A-Long show!



She is survived by one son, Ronald Haller and wife Tamar of Home City; two daughters, Cheryl Williams and husband John of Charleston, SC and Patricia Pfeifley and husband Rick of Manhattan; one daughter-in-law, Linda Thomson of Wichita; 11 grandchildren , 22 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Dorothy Haller, Delores Wilson and Charlene Bowmaker; one nephew Lon Silver and wife Jackie Silver, Jane Silver wife of deceased nephew Michael Silver and many great and grand nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne; Former Husband, Melvin Gelino; two sisters, Eileen Silver and Marcia Malcolm; and parents, Leon and Clara.

There is a joyful reunion in Heaven for Norma with her parents, her beloved siblings, and of course, the love of her life, Wayne.


We are proud to honor Norma Jean Haller on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The funeral will be recorded and posted on the funeral home website shortly after the service for anyone that is unable to attend. Respect calls may be made from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorials can be made in her honor towards First United Methodist Church of Manhattan, Leonardville United Methodist Church of Leonardville and the Leonardville Nursing Home. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Norma Jean Haller, age 95 of Manhattan and formerly of Leonardville, died Friday, November 27, 2020 surrounded by loved ones at Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City.

She was born on June 23, 1925 in Oak Hill, Kansas to Leon and Clara Malcolm. She attended Clay Center Grade School and graduated from Morganville High School.

On April 21, 1951 in Morganville, she was married to Wayne Roger Haller and for 63 years they loved each other deeply with a strong faith at the core of their marriage. Wayne died on June 10, 2014.

Together they raised their three children from a loving home in Leonardville, Kansas. Norma and Wayne loved hosting family holidays and she was known for her famous Christmas Salad, Fanestil Ham and adventurous Easter Egg Hunts. Her legacy lives on in all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Manhattan and Leonardville United Methodist Church where she served Methodist Women, taught Sunday School, sang in the choir and led children’s choir. She enjoyed volunteering with Wayne at Sing-A-Long in the Leonardville Nursing Home for many years. They would take their grandchildren with them to show them off and be part of the Sing-A-Long show!

She is survived by one son, Ronald Haller and wife Tamar of Home City; two daughters, Cheryl Williams and husband John of Charleston, SC and Patricia Pfeifley and husband Rick of Manhattan; one daughter-in-law, Linda Thomson of Wichita; 11 grandchildren , 22 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Dorothy Haller, Delores Wilson and Charlene Bowmaker; one nephew Lon Silver and wife Jackie Silver, Jane Silver wife of deceased nephew Michael Silver and many great and grand nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne; Former Husband, Melvin Gelino; two sisters, Eileen Silver and Marcia Malcolm; and parents, Leon and Clara.

There is a joyful reunion in Heaven for Norma with her parents, her beloved siblings, and of course, the love of her life, Wayne.

We are proud to honor Norma Jean Haller on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The funeral will be recorded and posted on the funeral home website shortly after the service for anyone that is unable to attend. Respect calls may be made from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorials can be made in her honor towards First United Methodist Church of Manhattan, Leonardville United Methodist Church of Leonardville and the Leonardville Nursing Home. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Norma Jean Haller

Shirley Jolene Higgins, age 87 of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.

She was born on August 9, 1933 in Leonardville, the daughter of Paul and Myrtle (Simnitt) Specht.

She was married to W. Duane Higgins on August 26, 1951 at the Riley United Methodist Church.  He preceded her in death on January 3, 2018.

Shirley was dietician and cook for Memorial Hospital, Leonardville Grade School and Amanda Arnold Elementary where she retired.  She was a member of the Sedalia Community Church and enjoyed sewing, cooking and fishing.

She is survived by two sons, Daniel Higgins and Julie of Leonardville and Owen Higgins and Holly of Manhattan; two sisters, Donna Diskau of Riley and Beverly Sundgren and Eldon of Leonardville; six grandchildren, David Higgins (Andrea), Erin Riley (Jesse), Nathan Higgins (Anna), Jessica Koch (Josh), Jesse Higgins (Amy Boeckermann) and Laura Higgins (Dean Scofield) and nine great grandchildren.

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

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  Inurnment will be in the Sedalia Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the Sedalia Community Church.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Shirley Jolene Higgins, age 87 of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.She was born on August 9, 1933 in Leonardville, the daughter of Paul and Myrtle (Simnitt) Specht.She was married to W. Duane Higgins on August 26, 1951 at the Riley United Methodist Church. He preceded her in death on January 3, 2018.Shirley was dietician and cook for Memorial Hospital, Leonardville Grade School and Amanda Arnold Elementary where she retired. She was a member of the Sedalia Community Church and enjoyed sewing, cooking and fishing.She is survived by two sons, Daniel Higgins and Julie of Leonardville and Owen Higgins and Holly of Manhattan; two sisters, Donna Diskau of Riley and Beverly Sundgren and Eldon of Leonardville; six grandchildren, David Higgins (Andrea), Erin Riley (Jesse), Nathan Higgins (Anna), Jessica Koch (Josh), Jesse Higgins (Amy Boeckermann) and Laura Higgins (Dean Scofield) and nine great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Leland Specht; two sisters; Ila Simons and Kaye Blodgett and three brothers-in-law, Walter Simons, Dean Diskau and Warren Blodgett.Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. Inurnment will be in the Sedalia Cemetery.A memorial has been established for the Sedalia Community Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Shirley Jolene Higgins

Marilla Jean (Tiemeyer) Griffiths, 86, went peacefully to be with her Lord on Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Leonardville Nursing Home.

Marilla was born September 18, 1934, in her home in Palmer, KS, the daughter of Hubert Carl and Hulda Alma Frieda (Killman) Tiemeyer.&nbsp; Marilla attended grade school at St. John’s Lutheran School, Palmer where she was able to skip first grade and go immediately to second grade because her mother had already taught her how to read at home. She then went on to graduate from Linn High School in 1951 and Bethany School of Nursing, Kansas City, KS, in 1955, as an RN.

Marilla’s parents not only taught her to love the Lord, but also showed her how to live by faith. She loved her parents dearly, and thoroughly adored her seven siblings, she also loved her Grandpa Fred Killman who lived with them. On June 10, 1956, she was united in marriage to Henry A. Griffiths at St. John’s Lutheran Church, and they celebrated 45 years of marriage until Henry’s death in 2001.&nbsp; Marilla met Henry while she was caring for his sister, Betty, who was hospitalized in Kansas City, and it was Betty who introduced them. Henry and Marilla loved each other fiercely, facing many hardships and joys together.&nbsp; One humorous story they liked to share took place on a date to the Kansas City Royal Livestock Show. Henry was leading Marilla by the hand down the steps to find a seat in the stadium, the crowd began to point and roar in laughter so Henry turned around to see what they were all pointing at, only to find that he was leading a clown down the steps! They also faced hardships together such as the tragic death of Henry’s sister and father within a few years of each other, and the loss of their first baby James Henry shortly after birth. They were blessed, however, with&nbsp;two daughters, Teri Lynn and Nancy Jo. The couple enjoyed working together on their farm east of Clay Center, KS.

Marilla touched many lives through her work as an RN at the Clay County Community Hospital, briefly at Medical Lodge, and then at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor, retiring in 2002.&nbsp; Marilla had a true servant's heart. She showed her love for others through her nursing skills by caring for elderly family members in her home, as well as helping elderly&nbsp; neighbors with personal care such as washing and setting hair, or trimming toenails. She was also a faithful prayer warrior for those she loved and cared for.

Henry and Marilla were long-time members at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Clay Center. She sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, was on the evangelism committee, and was an active LWML member, with soup suppers, quilts, and Lutheran World Relief. They then attended the Assemblies of God Church where they were baptized as adults by Pastor Gale Lund; and later on Countryside and Green United Methodist Churches. Above all else, she loved her Lord with all her heart, she constantly studied the scriptures to learn more and strove to serve Him faithfully.&nbsp; When entering Heaven, Marilla has always wanted her Lord to say, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.”

Marilla enjoyed quilting, which began with her mother and sisters; she created scores of beautiful quilts, gifting them to friends and family. She also liked working crossword puzzles with Henry; reading historical non-fiction: baking; singing and playing piano; gardening, and canning; playing pinochle with her friends Jim and Dorothy, and pitch or canasta with her family. She even created some beautiful paintings with the help and instruction from her sister Marcella, and her dear friend Audrey.&nbsp; She treasured her big white dog Freckles who became her companion and protector when Henry died.&nbsp;

Marilla adored her family, her children, and her grandchildren.&nbsp; She always wanted her grandchildren to know their grandparents, inviting the older ones to the farm for a week in the summer, taking them on adventures and creating memories in such places as Rock City, Coronado Heights, the Abilene Rodeo, the Rolling Hills Zoo and VBS at Countryside. When Marilla moved to Nebraska, she adored Ethan’s daily visits and his help with her electronics, she showered him with love and lots of treats. Marilla was so excited to be close to Nancy when the twins were born, and enjoyed frequent meals and visits with Nancy’s family, until her health prevented her from doing so.&nbsp; Her grandchildren and family loved her homemade cinnamon rolls and Hawaiian Sweet bread, and all the delicious meals she made.&nbsp; She made peanut clusters and goodies for Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving, but always wanted everyone to know that the real reason for celebrating was the life, death, and resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ.&nbsp; She was a dedicated and loving daughter, wife,&nbsp;mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister.&nbsp; She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.

Survivors include two daughters:&nbsp; Teri Wodtke and husband Dave of Topeka; and Nancy Buchli and husband TJ of Milford, NE; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild:&nbsp; Chris Wodtke; Andrew Wodtke and wife, Danni, of Topeka; Cody Buchli of Pleasant Dale, NE; Dakotah Hicks and husband Dillon, and their baby Dunham, of Malcolm, NE; Ethan, Annabelle and Ellianna Buchli of Milford, NE; two brothers:&nbsp; Roland Tiemeyer of Palmer, and Ronald Tiemeyer and wife Trudy of Linn/Palmer; one sister:&nbsp; Ruth Jones of Linn; one sister-in-law:&nbsp; Debbie Tiemeyer of Manhattan; her sister Ruby Fox’s longtime friend Jerry Weise of Salina; cousins, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Marilla was preceded in death by her parents; one infant son, her husband, Henry; sister Wanda and brother-in-law Geno Gillette; sister Marcella and brother-in-law Don Bechard; sister Ruby Fox; brother Kenneth Tiemeyer;&nbsp; brother-in-law Marshall Jones; sister-in-law Berniece Tiemeyer; sister and brother-in-law Shirley and Don Frazier; sister-in-law Betty Griffiths.

Respect calls will be held at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS, on Friday, December 4, 2020 where the family will be receiving visitors from 3:00-8:00 p.m.&nbsp;

The funeral service (also at Neill-Schwensen-Rook), will take place on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at 10:30 a.m., Pastor Sarah Gill, Green United Methodist Church, officiating. The service will be live streamed, https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live

Graveside service will be held at Greenwood&nbsp;Cemetery, Clay Center, following the funeral.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp; Green Christian School or Gideon’s International sent to Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th St., Clay Center, KS 67432.&nbsp;

Marilla Jean (Tiemeyer) Griffiths, 86, went peacefully to be with her Lord on Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Leonardville Nursing Home.Marilla was born September 18, 1934, in her home in Palmer, KS, the daughter of Hubert Carl and Hulda Alma Frieda (Killman) Tiemeyer.&nbsp; Marilla attended grade school at St. John’s Lutheran School, Palmer where she was able to skip first grade and go immediately to second grade because her mother had already taught her how to read at home. She then went on to graduate from Linn High School in 1951 and Bethany School of Nursing, Kansas City, KS, in 1955, as an RN.Marilla’s parents not only taught her to love the Lord, but also showed her how to live by faith. She loved her parents dearly, and thoroughly adored her seven siblings, she also loved her Grandpa Fred Killman who lived with them. On June 10, 1956, she was united in marriage to Henry A. Griffiths at St. John’s Lutheran Church, and they celebrated 45 years of marriage until Henry’s death in 2001.&nbsp; Marilla met Henry while she was caring for his sister, Betty, who was hospitalized in Kansas City, and it was Betty who introduced them. Henry and Marilla loved each other fiercely, facing many hardships and joys together.&nbsp; One humorous story they liked to share took place on a date to the Kansas City Royal Livestock Show. Henry was leading Marilla by the hand down the steps to find a seat in the stadium, the crowd began to point and roar in laughter so Henry turned around to see what they were all pointing at, only to find that he was leading a clown down the steps! They also faced hardships together such as the tragic death of Henry’s sister and father within a few years of each other, and the loss of their first baby James Henry shortly after birth. They were blessed, however, with&nbsp;two daughters, Teri Lynn and Nancy Jo. The couple enjoyed working together on their farm east of Clay Center, KS.Marilla touched many lives through her work as an RN at the Clay County Community Hospital, briefly at Medical Lodge, and then at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor, retiring in 2002.&nbsp; Marilla had a true servant's heart. She showed her love for others through her nursing skills by caring for elderly family members in her home, as well as helping elderly&nbsp; neighbors with personal care such as washing and setting hair, or trimming toenails. She was also a faithful prayer warrior for those she loved and cared for.Henry and Marilla were long-time members at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Clay Center. She sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, was on the evangelism committee, and was an active LWML member, with soup suppers, quilts, and Lutheran World Relief. They then attended the Assemblies of God Church where they were baptized as adults by Pastor Gale Lund; and later on Countryside and Green United Methodist Churches. Above all else, she loved her Lord with all her heart, she constantly studied the scriptures to learn more and strove to serve Him faithfully.&nbsp; When entering Heaven, Marilla has always wanted her Lord to say, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.”Marilla enjoyed quilting, which began with her mother and sisters; she created scores of beautiful quilts, gifting them to friends and family. She also liked working crossword puzzles with Henry; reading historical non-fiction: baking; singing and playing piano; gardening, and canning; playing pinochle with her friends Jim and Dorothy, and pitch or canasta with her family. She even created some beautiful paintings with the help and instruction from her sister Marcella, and her dear friend Audrey.&nbsp; She treasured her big white dog Freckles who became her companion and protector when Henry died.&nbsp;Marilla adored her family, her children, and her grandchildren.&nbsp; She always wanted her grandchildren to know their grandparents, inviting the older ones to the farm for a week in the summer, taking them on adventures and creating memories in such places as Rock City, Coronado Heights, the Abilene Rodeo, the Rolling Hills Zoo and VBS at Countryside. When Marilla moved to Nebraska, she adored Ethan’s daily visits and his help with her electronics, she showered him with love and lots of treats. Marilla was so excited to be close to Nancy when the twins were born, and enjoyed frequent meals and visits with Nancy’s family, until her health prevented her from doing so.&nbsp; Her grandchildren and family loved her homemade cinnamon rolls and Hawaiian Sweet bread, and all the delicious meals she made.&nbsp; She made peanut clusters and goodies for Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving, but always wanted everyone to know that the real reason for celebrating was the life, death, and resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ.&nbsp; She was a dedicated and loving daughter, wife,&nbsp;mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister.&nbsp; She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.Survivors include two daughters:&nbsp; Teri Wodtke and husband Dave of Topeka; and Nancy Buchli and husband TJ of Milford, NE; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild:&nbsp; Chris Wodtke; Andrew Wodtke and wife, Danni, of Topeka; Cody Buchli of Pleasant Dale, NE; Dakotah Hicks and husband Dillon, and their baby Dunham, of Malcolm, NE; Ethan, Annabelle and Ellianna Buchli of Milford, NE; two brothers:&nbsp; Roland Tiemeyer of Palmer, and Ronald Tiemeyer and wife Trudy of Linn/Palmer; one sister:&nbsp; Ruth Jones of Linn; one sister-in-law:&nbsp; Debbie Tiemeyer of Manhattan; her sister Ruby Fox’s longtime friend Jerry Weise of Salina; cousins, and numerous nieces and nephews.Marilla was preceded in death by her parents; one infant son, her husband, Henry; sister Wanda and brother-in-law Geno Gillette; sister Marcella and brother-in-law Don Bechard; sister Ruby Fox; brother Kenneth Tiemeyer;&nbsp; brother-in-law Marshall Jones; sister-in-law Berniece Tiemeyer; sister and brother-in-law Shirley and Don Frazier; sister-in-law Betty Griffiths.Respect calls will be held at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS, on Friday, December 4, 2020 where the family will be receiving visitors from 3:00-8:00 p.m.&nbsp;The funeral service (also at Neill-Schwensen-Rook), will take place on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at 10:30 a.m., Pastor Sarah Gill, Green United Methodist Church, officiating. The service will be live streamed, https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/liveGraveside service will be held at Greenwood&nbsp;Cemetery, Clay Center, following the funeral.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp; Green Christian School or Gideon’s International sent to Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th St., Clay Center, KS 67432.&nbsp;

Marilla Jean (Tiemeyer) Griffiths

Mary E. Kopfer, 88, of Clay Center, died, Friday, November 27, 2020 at Medicalodge.&nbsp; She was born on December 28, 1931 at Clay Center, the daughter of Edward and Adeline (Fitzgerald) Hatfield.&nbsp; Mary grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1949.&nbsp; She married Leon Kopfer on April 22, 1950 and he preceded her in death on August 8, 1999.&nbsp; They farmed in the Broughton area.&nbsp;

 Mary worked for Key Feeds egg production and managed the Clay County Park.&nbsp; She was a member of the Clay Center ELKS and the American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp; She is also preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, Jim and Earl Hatfield, 4 sisters, Ruth Hatfield, Juanita Shepard, Maxine Rhoades and Irene Bull.

Son: Robert and wife, Ronda Kopfer of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Linda and husband, Larry Wohler of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Marilyn and husband, David Evans of Manhattan, KS

9 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren

Private Inurnment:&nbsp;Thursday, December 3, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KS

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;American Cancer Society c/o the funeral home.

Mary E. Kopfer, 88, of Clay Center, died, Friday, November 27, 2020 at Medicalodge.&nbsp; She was born on December 28, 1931 at Clay Center, the daughter of Edward and Adeline (Fitzgerald) Hatfield.&nbsp; Mary grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1949.&nbsp; She married Leon Kopfer on April 22, 1950 and he preceded her in death on August 8, 1999.&nbsp; They farmed in the Broughton area.&nbsp; Mary worked for Key Feeds egg production and managed the Clay County Park.&nbsp; She was a member of the Clay Center ELKS and the American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp; She is also preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, Jim and Earl Hatfield, 4 sisters, Ruth Hatfield, Juanita Shepard, Maxine Rhoades and Irene Bull.Survivors:Son: Robert and wife, Ronda Kopfer of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Linda and husband, Larry Wohler of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Marilyn and husband, David Evans of Manhattan, KS9 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildrenBrother: Don Hatfield of Clay Center, KSPrivate Inurnment:&nbsp;Thursday, December 3, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KSMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;American Cancer Society c/o the funeral home.

Mary E. Kopfer

Verona Marie Howley died November 26, 2020 in Clyde, KS. She was born to Albert Cyre and Susie Dallen in Clyde, KS on November 21, 1934.&nbsp; &nbsp; Verona was raised in Clyde and was a graduate of St. Ann’s Catholic High School in Clyde.&nbsp; She worked in Fairmont and Concordia until her marriage to Charles Howley on September 29, 1956.

Verona played piano, collected recipes, loved decorating for holidays and reading.&nbsp; She especially loved her family and took delight in spending time with her granddaughters.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church, the church Alter Society and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. 

Charles preceded her in death on October 29, 2003.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Ronald Howley and brother, Terry Cyre.

Son: Steven and wife Marilyn Howley of Scandia, KS

Daughter: Diane and husband Wayne Lenhart of Clay Center, KS

Granddaughters: Patrice (Jarrid) Herrmann, Clarissa (Edward) Mills, Addison Howley,

Great-granddaughters: Charlee Herrmann, Grace Mills and Baby Mills

Graveside Services: &nbsp;Friday, December&nbsp; 4, at 10:30 AM at the St. Marys Cemetery, Clifton, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Thursday, December 3, from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KS

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Parkvilla Nursing Home or Clifton Library c/o the funeral home

Verona Marie Howley died November 26, 2020 in Clyde, KS. She was born to Albert Cyre and Susie Dallen in Clyde, KS on November 21, 1934.&nbsp; &nbsp; Verona was raised in Clyde and was a graduate of St. Ann’s Catholic High School in Clyde.&nbsp; She worked in Fairmont and Concordia until her marriage to Charles Howley on September 29, 1956.Verona played piano, collected recipes, loved decorating for holidays and reading.&nbsp; She especially loved her family and took delight in spending time with her granddaughters.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church, the church Alter Society and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Charles preceded her in death on October 29, 2003.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Ronald Howley and brother, Terry Cyre.Survivors:Son: Steven and wife Marilyn Howley of Scandia, KSSon: Mark Howley of Clifton, KSDaughter: Diane and husband Wayne Lenhart of Clay Center, KSGranddaughters: Patrice (Jarrid) Herrmann, Clarissa (Edward) Mills, Addison Howley,Great-granddaughters: Charlee Herrmann, Grace Mills and Baby MillsBrother: Lloyd Cyre of MOBrother: Mike and wife Edie Cyre of AZGraveside Services: &nbsp;Friday, December&nbsp; 4, at 10:30 AM at the St. Marys Cemetery, Clifton, KSVisitation:&nbsp;Thursday, December 3, from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KSMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Parkvilla Nursing Home or Clifton Library c/o the funeral home

Verona Marie Howley

Zelma Aline McMillin died on November 26, 2020 in Wakefield, Kansas. She was born April 10, 1945 in Lone Wolf, Oklahoma to Zelna and Flossie (Lawson) Wilson.. Her family later moved to Hobbs, New Mexico where she graduated from Hobbs High School. Zelma married Frank McMillin on October 4, 1974. He preceded her in death on August 28, 2020. Zelma worked as an Executive Assistant for the Department of Health and Family for several years. She enjoyed gardening, game shows, and had a love for Elvis. Zelma was a very proper woman. She was extremely humble and an amazing mother and grandmother. In addition to her husband, Zelma is preceded in death by her parents; a son, Michael Spray; two brothers, Richard and Larry Wilson and a sister, Betty Trail.

Daughter: Lisa (Paul) Miller of Leander, TX

Sisters: Beverly Williamson, Georgia Miller and Darlene Carpenter

8 Grandchildren and 18 Great Grandchildren

A celebration of Zelma’s life will be held at a later date

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;CCARE c/o the funeral home

Zelma Aline McMillin died on November 26, 2020 in Wakefield, Kansas. She was born April 10, 1945 in Lone Wolf, Oklahoma to Zelna and Flossie (Lawson) Wilson.. Her family later moved to Hobbs, New Mexico where she graduated from Hobbs High School. Zelma married Frank McMillin on October 4, 1974. He preceded her in death on August 28, 2020. Zelma worked as an Executive Assistant for the Department of Health and Family for several years. She enjoyed gardening, game shows, and had a love for Elvis. Zelma was a very proper woman. She was extremely humble and an amazing mother and grandmother. In addition to her husband, Zelma is preceded in death by her parents; a son, Michael Spray; two brothers, Richard and Larry Wilson and a sister, Betty Trail.Survivors:Daughter: Lisa (Paul) Miller of Leander, TXSon: Llyod (Melissa) Spray of Norman, OKSisters: Beverly Williamson, Georgia Miller and Darlene CarpenterBrothers: Joey and Gary Wilson8 Grandchildren and 18 Great GrandchildrenA celebration of Zelma’s life will be held at a later dateMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;CCARE c/o the funeral home

Zelma Aline McMillin

Albert Menhusen, 86, Wamego, KS passed away on Friday, November 27 at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society in Wamego, KS.

On November 5, 1934, Albert was born to Benard and Mildred Menhusen in Jewell County, Kansas. He attended Jewell High School and following graduation in 1952, he served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was united in marriage to Constance (Connie) Braden on April 6, 1958 at the Glen Elder Methodist Church.

Albert worked for 40 years in the grain elevator business. He began his career with Peddicord Grain and was the Wamego Farmer’s Union Coop Wamego Branch manager until his retirement.

Albert was an active member of the Louisville Methodist Church and was a churchyouth sponsor. Coaching a Pony League baseball team Albert installed lights on the Louisville field. He served as Mayor of Louisville in the 1970’s and was instrumental in bringing rural water and sanitation to the area. Carrying the United States Flag in the Wamego 4 th of July parade for the Harold Johnson American Legion Post was a great sense of pride for Albert. He was a member of the Louisville Odd Fellows Lodge.

An avid outdoorsman, Albert enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed coin collecting and searching for Native American artifacts in the area. His extensive collection of artifacts can be seen at the Kansas Historical Museum in Topeka. He was a bowler in the Wamego League and enjoyed playing cards with Connie in several clubs.

Albert is survived by his two daughters, Angela Knackstedt (Scott) of Lenexa, KS and Tamara Kenagy (Robert) of Topeka, KS, and four grandchildren, Joseph Knackstedt (Kim) of Washington, DC, Hannah Kenagy of Washington DC, Rebekah Knackstedt (Caleb) of Portland, OR, and Rachel Kenagy-Williams of Fayetteville, NC.

He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, four brothers: Gordon Menhusen, Paul Menhusen, Junior Menhusen, and Ronnie Menhusen, and one sister: Thelda Yapp.

A private family burial at the Louisville Cemetery will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Wamego High School Kansas Honor Flight, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Albert Menhusen, 86, Wamego, KS passed away on Friday, November 27 at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society in Wamego, KS.On November 5, 1934, Albert was born to Benard and Mildred Menhusen in Jewell County, Kansas. He attended Jewell High School and following graduation in 1952, he served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was united in marriage to Constance (Connie) Braden on April 6, 1958 at the Glen Elder Methodist Church.Albert worked for 40 years in the grain elevator business. He began his career with Peddicord Grain and was the Wamego Farmer’s Union Coop Wamego Branch manager until his retirement.Albert was an active member of the Louisville Methodist Church and was a churchyouth sponsor. Coaching a Pony League baseball team Albert installed lights on the Louisville field. He served as Mayor of Louisville in the 1970’s and was instrumental in bringing rural water and sanitation to the area. Carrying the United States Flag in the Wamego 4 th of July parade for the Harold Johnson American Legion Post was a great sense of pride for Albert. He was a member of the Louisville Odd Fellows Lodge.An avid outdoorsman, Albert enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed coin collecting and searching for Native American artifacts in the area. His extensive collection of artifacts can be seen at the Kansas Historical Museum in Topeka. He was a bowler in the Wamego League and enjoyed playing cards with Connie in several clubs.Albert is survived by his two daughters, Angela Knackstedt (Scott) of Lenexa, KS and Tamara Kenagy (Robert) of Topeka, KS, and four grandchildren, Joseph Knackstedt (Kim) of Washington, DC, Hannah Kenagy of Washington DC, Rebekah Knackstedt (Caleb) of Portland, OR, and Rachel Kenagy-Williams of Fayetteville, NC.He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, four brothers: Gordon Menhusen, Paul Menhusen, Junior Menhusen, and Ronnie Menhusen, and one sister: Thelda Yapp.A private family burial at the Louisville Cemetery will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Wamego High School Kansas Honor Flight, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Albert Menhusen

Clarence E. Thompson of Abilene passed away on Friday, November 27 at the age of 88. Clarence was born October 14, 1932 to Clarence and Lavina (Potter) Thompson in Palmer, Kansas. He lived much of his early years in Clay County area though graduating from high school in Minneapolis in 1950. He entered the US Air Force in June 1951, serving until December 1953. He wed Phyllis Lindon in 1954 in Clay Center and welcomed children Kim, Cindy, Julie, and Shelli. He enjoyed a career in sales with various positions in Wichita, Topeka and at Furniture City in Clay Center.

In 1976, with the fellowship of AA, he began his 44 years of sobriety and found a new calling, establishing the Dickinson County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs from 1979-2000, devoted to assisting many others through the addiction recovery process. Clarence married Donna Stephenson in 1987 and she became his partner in the agency, establishing a residential program for women with children. After retirement, he and Donna enjoyed traveling. He also picked the game of gold later in life with great enjoyment and success.

He is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Marguerite, Bernita, and Ruth, wife Donna, and dear daughter Shelli. He is survived by son Kim of Wichita, daughters Cindy Kelly (Kevin) of New Braunfels, TX and Julie Wilson (David) of Abilene, 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

The family has chosen cremation and a private family interment will be held at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at Fort Riley, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be provided in the name of Home Health &amp; Hospice of Dickinson County or the Thompson Dickinson County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs scholarship fund through Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clarence E. Thompson of Abilene passed away on Friday, November 27 at the age of 88. Clarence was born October 14, 1932 to Clarence and Lavina (Potter) Thompson in Palmer, Kansas. He lived much of his early years in Clay County area though graduating from high school in Minneapolis in 1950. He entered the US Air Force in June 1951, serving until December 1953. He wed Phyllis Lindon in 1954 in Clay Center and welcomed children Kim, Cindy, Julie, and Shelli. He enjoyed a career in sales with various positions in Wichita, Topeka and at Furniture City in Clay Center. In 1976, with the fellowship of AA, he began his 44 years of sobriety and found a new calling, establishing the Dickinson County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs from 1979-2000, devoted to assisting many others through the addiction recovery process. Clarence married Donna Stephenson in 1987 and she became his partner in the agency, establishing a residential program for women with children. After retirement, he and Donna enjoyed traveling. He also picked the game of gold later in life with great enjoyment and success. He is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Marguerite, Bernita, and Ruth, wife Donna, and dear daughter Shelli. He is survived by son Kim of Wichita, daughters Cindy Kelly (Kevin) of New Braunfels, TX and Julie Wilson (David) of Abilene, 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. The family has chosen cremation and a private family interment will be held at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at Fort Riley, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be provided in the name of Home Health &amp; Hospice of Dickinson County or the Thompson Dickinson County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs scholarship fund through Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clarence E. Thompson - October 14th, 1932-November 27th, 2020

Betty Lou Say Walters was born on April 29, 1927, on a farm north of Ogden, Kansas, the daughter of Asa and Mildredth Say. She grew up on the farm south of Riley, Kansas, and attended the Grant School. She graduated from the Riley Rural High School in May of 1944. She went to work at SW Bell Telephone Co. in Manhattan after graduation in May of 1944. She married Joe Swinney in Manhattan on April 9, 1946, they were later divorced in 1949. She then married Dean Niemeier on June 2, 1952, also in Manhattan, he died on January 28, 1977, in Manhattan. On April 7, 1979, she married Clifford Walters also in Manhattan.

Betty retired from SW Bell Telephone Co. in March of 1982 with 27 years of service. Clifford and Betty enjoyed camping, fishing, square dancing, golfing, and attending the grandchildren in their sports games. After Cliff's retirement, they traveled some and spent 18 years wintering in Mission, Texas. They loved to watch and attend K-State sports (football and basketball) and the KC Royals on TV. Cliff died on April 9, 2008. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, son Ron Niemeier, 2 sisters Helen Thompson and Verla McMillan.

Survivors are her son Todd Niemeier and wife Rhonda of Blue Rapids, Kansas; grandson Asa Niemeier, Blue Rapids, Jennifer, Richard and Nick. Stepson Jeff Walters and wife Jennifer of Manhattan; stepdaughter Gail Dennis and husband Danny of Pueblo, Colorado; step-grandchildren Jessica Toland, Jake &amp; Kelly Walters, Jason, Steve and Aaron Sawyer; 13 great-grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Joan Heim of Leesburg, Florida and many nieces, nephews, and friends. There will be a private graveside service at Sunset Cemetery. Memorial donations in Betty's memory to the Ashland Community Church may be sent to the church or the Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty Lou Say Walters was born on April 29, 1927, on a farm north of Ogden, Kansas, the daughter of Asa and Mildredth Say. She grew up on the farm south of Riley, Kansas, and attended the Grant School. She graduated from the Riley Rural High School in May of 1944. She went to work at SW Bell Telephone Co. in Manhattan after graduation in May of 1944. She married Joe Swinney in Manhattan on April 9, 1946, they were later divorced in 1949. She then married Dean Niemeier on June 2, 1952, also in Manhattan, he died on January 28, 1977, in Manhattan. On April 7, 1979, she married Clifford Walters also in Manhattan. Betty retired from SW Bell Telephone Co. in March of 1982 with 27 years of service. Clifford and Betty enjoyed camping, fishing, square dancing, golfing, and attending the grandchildren in their sports games. After Cliff's retirement, they traveled some and spent 18 years wintering in Mission, Texas. They loved to watch and attend K-State sports (football and basketball) and the KC Royals on TV. Cliff died on April 9, 2008. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, son Ron Niemeier, 2 sisters Helen Thompson and Verla McMillan. Survivors are her son Todd Niemeier and wife Rhonda of Blue Rapids, Kansas; grandson Asa Niemeier, Blue Rapids, Jennifer, Richard and Nick. Stepson Jeff Walters and wife Jennifer of Manhattan; stepdaughter Gail Dennis and husband Danny of Pueblo, Colorado; step-grandchildren Jessica Toland, Jake &amp; Kelly Walters, Jason, Steve and Aaron Sawyer; 13 great-grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Joan Heim of Leesburg, Florida and many nieces, nephews, and friends. There will be a private graveside service at Sunset Cemetery. Memorial donations in Betty's memory to the Ashland Community Church may be sent to the church or the Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty Lou Say Walters

Howard Leon Roudybush, 74, of Westmoreland, Kansas died Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at his home. &nbsp;

Howard was born on October 19, 1946, in Onaga, Kansas the son of Guy L. and Eula Margaret Platner Roudybush. &nbsp;He attended schools in Onaga, Louisville and Wamego.

Howard worked several years as an auto mechanic at a Ford dealership. &nbsp;He also was a school bus driver for the Wetmore School District and worked at Oldham’s Sausage (Johnsonville) in Holton. &nbsp;He loved anything out in nature and was an avid hunter and fisherman. &nbsp;He enjoyed hunting for antiques and was a rock hound. &nbsp;Howard lived in several different places in Kansas including Paxico, Wetmore and Westmoreland.

Howard is survived by his children; Carla Hibbs (David) Miltonvale, &nbsp;Curtis Roudybush (Jennifer), Alta Vista, and Jackie Thornton (Daniel), Manhattan: his grandchildren, Doug Hibbs, Miltonvale, Jennifer Hibbs, Haddam, Leah Barth, Georgia, Brantley Williams, Alta Vista, Elizabeth Williams, Alta Vista, Kyli Thornton, Manhattan, Sawyer Thornton, Manhattan, and a soon to arrive baby grandson; his seven great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Elenora Star, Holton and Karen Gilliland, Topeka; and his sisters-in-law, Irene Roudybush, Wetmore, and Shirley Roudybush, Auburn. &nbsp;Howard was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Ronnie Roudybush, and his siblings, Verella Roudybush, Patricia Dekat, Leonard Roudybush, Norman Roudybush, and Larry Roudybush.

Private family inurnment services will be held at later date. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to Campanella-Evans Mortuary to build a cemetery monument for Howard, and those may be sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;

Howard Leon Roudybush, 74, of Westmoreland, Kansas died Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at his home. &nbsp;Howard was born on October 19, 1946, in Onaga, Kansas the son of Guy L. and Eula Margaret Platner Roudybush. &nbsp;He attended schools in Onaga, Louisville and Wamego.Howard worked several years as an auto mechanic at a Ford dealership. &nbsp;He also was a school bus driver for the Wetmore School District and worked at Oldham’s Sausage (Johnsonville) in Holton. &nbsp;He loved anything out in nature and was an avid hunter and fisherman. &nbsp;He enjoyed hunting for antiques and was a rock hound. &nbsp;Howard lived in several different places in Kansas including Paxico, Wetmore and Westmoreland.Howard is survived by his children; Carla Hibbs (David) Miltonvale, &nbsp;Curtis Roudybush (Jennifer), Alta Vista, and Jackie Thornton (Daniel), Manhattan: his grandchildren, Doug Hibbs, Miltonvale, Jennifer Hibbs, Haddam, Leah Barth, Georgia, Brantley Williams, Alta Vista, Elizabeth Williams, Alta Vista, Kyli Thornton, Manhattan, Sawyer Thornton, Manhattan, and a soon to arrive baby grandson; his seven great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Elenora Star, Holton and Karen Gilliland, Topeka; and his sisters-in-law, Irene Roudybush, Wetmore, and Shirley Roudybush, Auburn. &nbsp;Howard was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Ronnie Roudybush, and his siblings, Verella Roudybush, Patricia Dekat, Leonard Roudybush, Norman Roudybush, and Larry Roudybush.Private family inurnment services will be held at later date. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to Campanella-Evans Mortuary to build a cemetery monument for Howard, and those may be sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;

Howard Leon Roudybush

Bruce E. Sample, 79 of Alta Vista, Kansas passed away Friday, November 27, 2020 at his residence.

 He was born February 2, 1941, the son of George and Katherine (McInturff) Sample in Council Grove. He attended Garfield School and technical college for Telecommunications Repair. Bruce married Millie Pitts. He worked for Coffin Telephone Company for several years before retiring at S &amp; A Telephone Company.  After retirement, he helped Millie by cooking at the Bull Dog Inn. Cooking was Bruce’s passion….he and Millie competed in BBQ Cook- Off’s, winning countless awards.  He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing pool, metal detector treasure hunting, and spending time with friends. His family meant everything to Bruce.  He loved spending time with the kids and grandkids.

 He was preceded in death by his parents and a half-sister Sandra Sample Murphy. Bruce is survived by his loving wife Millie; son Darin Sample and wife Kim, of Alta Vista; daughters: Shelly Chamberlain, of Ponca City, OK, Jewel Criqui and husband Arthur, of Lebo, and Jennifer Ziegenhirt and husband Eric, of Alta Vista; 9 grandchildren; 9 great- grandchildren; and a host of friends.

 A memorial graveside will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 7th at Greenwood Cemetery. Casual dress is requested. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Bruce E. Sample, 79 of Alta Vista, Kansas passed away Friday, November 27, 2020 at his residence. He was born February 2, 1941, the son of George and Katherine (McInturff) Sample in Council Grove. He attended Garfield School and technical college for Telecommunications Repair. Bruce married Millie Pitts. He worked for Coffin Telephone Company for several years before retiring at S &amp; A Telephone Company. After retirement, he helped Millie by cooking at the Bull Dog Inn. Cooking was Bruce’s passion….he and Millie competed in BBQ Cook- Off’s, winning countless awards. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing pool, metal detector treasure hunting, and spending time with friends. His family meant everything to Bruce. He loved spending time with the kids and grandkids. He was preceded in death by his parents and a half-sister Sandra Sample Murphy. Bruce is survived by his loving wife Millie; son Darin Sample and wife Kim, of Alta Vista; daughters: Shelly Chamberlain, of Ponca City, OK, Jewel Criqui and husband Arthur, of Lebo, and Jennifer Ziegenhirt and husband Eric, of Alta Vista; 9 grandchildren; 9 great- grandchildren; and a host of friends. A memorial graveside will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 7th at Greenwood Cemetery. Casual dress is requested. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Bruce E. Sample

Debbie’s life began on November 18, 1953, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Schneider) Entz in Newton, Kansas. She graduated from Remington High Class of 1971, received her Bachelor’s Degree from Kansas State University and her Master’s in Education from Emporia State University. Debbie taught 5th Grade in Yates Center, Kansas. She was a member of the Federated and Swiss Church in Whitewater, Delta Kappa Gamma, Whitewater Senior Center and volunteered in her community and with 4-H.

Her loving family includes her parents, Robert and Dorothy Entz of Wamego, Kansas; daughters and their husbands, Erin Debler (Randall) of Alma, Kansas, Tara Solomon-Smith (Brandon) of Chanute, Kansas and Kelly Taylor (Justin) of Phillipsburg, Kansas; brother and his wife, Don Entz (Dale) of Cookville, Texas; special friend, Lyle Osborn of Whitewater, Kansas; 8 grandchildren, Dalton, Jacob and Anna Debler, Ryder and Baby (on the way) Smith, Cory, Laney and Libby Taylor.

Debbie passed away peacefully on Friday, November 27, 2020 at the age of 67 years old.

Viewing will be Saturday, December 5, 2020, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. with funeral service at 10:30 a.m. both at the Federated Church, 207 E. Central, Whitewater. Interment will follow in the Whitewater Cemetery. For those comfortable attending in person, masks are recommended and social distancing will be encouraged.

Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be directed to Remington USD 206 or Whitewater Senior Center. Please send memorials in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, KS 67154.

Debbie’s life began on November 18, 1953, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Schneider) Entz in Newton, Kansas. She graduated from Remington High Class of 1971, received her Bachelor’s Degree from Kansas State University and her Master’s in Education from Emporia State University. Debbie taught 5th Grade in Yates Center, Kansas. She was a member of the Federated and Swiss Church in Whitewater, Delta Kappa Gamma, Whitewater Senior Center and volunteered in her community and with 4-H.Her loving family includes her parents, Robert and Dorothy Entz of Wamego, Kansas; daughters and their husbands, Erin Debler (Randall) of Alma, Kansas, Tara Solomon-Smith (Brandon) of Chanute, Kansas and Kelly Taylor (Justin) of Phillipsburg, Kansas; brother and his wife, Don Entz (Dale) of Cookville, Texas; special friend, Lyle Osborn of Whitewater, Kansas; 8 grandchildren, Dalton, Jacob and Anna Debler, Ryder and Baby (on the way) Smith, Cory, Laney and Libby Taylor.Debbie passed away peacefully on Friday, November 27, 2020 at the age of 67 years old.Viewing will be Saturday, December 5, 2020, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. with funeral service at 10:30 a.m. both at the Federated Church, 207 E. Central, Whitewater. Interment will follow in the Whitewater Cemetery. For those comfortable attending in person, masks are recommended and social distancing will be encouraged.Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be directed to Remington USD 206 or Whitewater Senior Center. Please send memorials in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, KS 67154.

Deborah Diane (Entz) Solomon - November 18, 1953-November 27, 2020 (age 67)

Gary Dean Meadows, aka “Chemo" or Coach Gary, 63, of Milford, KS, whose battle with Leukemia inspired thousands across the world, gained his wings Sunday, November 22, 2020. A closed casket, Lie in State, will be held Friday, November 27, 2020, from 5-7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington Street, Junction City, Kansas. A Graveside service will be held Saturday, November 28, 2020, at 1 p.m., at the Milford Cemetery, 3901 Milford Cemetery Road, Milford, Kansas with Pastor Dirk Westerman and Minister Frank "Pancho" Nicholson co-officiating. For those attending service we ask you wear black and yellow, Harley clothing or Adidas. Social Distancing and COVID-19 precautions will be observed during all social gatherings. Chemo was born on August 6, 1957, in Dearborn, Michigan, to Earl and Joan (Morrison) Meadows. At a very young age, his family moved to Reseda California where he grew up surrounded by a host of dear and cherished family members and friends. He attended Garden Grove Elementary School, North Ridge Jr High School, and Grover Cleveland High School. He was a proud class of 1975. While living in California God gifted Gary with his firstborn, Casey Dean Meadows, a son who he treasured dearly. Tragically Casey passed away just before his 5th Birthday. After Casey’s passing Gary began his journey across the country hoping to land in Florida. During a small detour to Junction City, Kansas he met the woman who became his rib for the next 28 plus years, and through eternity, Charlene Morrell. They met on June 18th, 1992, and were married on August 22, 1992, in Junction City, Kansas. They went on to have two baby girls who would have Gary (Chemo) Meadows wrapped around their finger for the next 25 years in small-town, Milford, Kansas. After many tireless nights and long days, he built two soccer fields that are now known as the Gary Meadows Soccer Fields located in Milford KS. He coached soccer for over 20 years not only on these fields but around the country touching the hearts of every soccer player who came under his wing. Above all, Chemo was passionate about his Faith, being a husband, father, son, son-in-law, loyal friend. He was ecstatic to know he was expecting his first grandchild, a baby boy next April. He threw himself completely into everything he did and every person who crossed his path. Chemo was a member of the Milford Congregational Church of Milford, KS, and the Soldiers for Jesus M.C. where he worked as a disciple for Jesus. He was most famous for his daily inspirational blogs about his battle with Leukemia and keeping his faith un-waivered during the most difficult times. Rather than dying with the disease, he always made sure we were reminded that he was instead LIVING with the disease and this life was only temporal and a small step into eternity with God and his family. Gary “Chemo” is survived by each and every one of you that were a part of his life past, present, and future. He leaves behind his loving Wife, Charlene Meadows of Milford, KS; his two daughters, Jessica (Dominique Smith) Meadows of Copperas Cove, TX, and Cassidy Meadows of Milford, KS; Future Grandchild, Dominique Smith, Jr.; his father Earl Meadows; In-laws Rhonda and Charles Sharp; honorary sons Taylor Dunphy (Victoria), and D.J. Moenning (Leigha), thousands of SFJ brothers and sisters, all of his beloved soccer children, and several nieces and nephews along with a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother Joan; his son, Casey Dean Meadows, infant twin boys Austin Dean Meadows, and Nicholas Dean Meadows; and his brother Carl Steven Meadows. He loved each and every one of you, I hope you can remember his smile and his hugs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary Dean Meadows, aka “Chemo" or Coach Gary, 63, of Milford, KS, whose battle with Leukemia inspired thousands across the world, gained his wings Sunday, November 22, 2020. A closed casket, Lie in State, will be held Friday, November 27, 2020, from 5-7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington Street, Junction City, Kansas. A Graveside service will be held Saturday, November 28, 2020, at 1 p.m., at the Milford Cemetery, 3901 Milford Cemetery Road, Milford, Kansas with Pastor Dirk Westerman and Minister Frank "Pancho" Nicholson co-officiating. For those attending service we ask you wear black and yellow, Harley clothing or Adidas. Social Distancing and COVID-19 precautions will be observed during all social gatherings. Chemo was born on August 6, 1957, in Dearborn, Michigan, to Earl and Joan (Morrison) Meadows. At a very young age, his family moved to Reseda California where he grew up surrounded by a host of dear and cherished family members and friends. He attended Garden Grove Elementary School, North Ridge Jr High School, and Grover Cleveland High School. He was a proud class of 1975. While living in California God gifted Gary with his firstborn, Casey Dean Meadows, a son who he treasured dearly. Tragically Casey passed away just before his 5th Birthday. After Casey’s passing Gary began his journey across the country hoping to land in Florida. During a small detour to Junction City, Kansas he met the woman who became his rib for the next 28 plus years, and through eternity, Charlene Morrell. They met on June 18th, 1992, and were married on August 22, 1992, in Junction City, Kansas. They went on to have two baby girls who would have Gary (Chemo) Meadows wrapped around their finger for the next 25 years in small-town, Milford, Kansas. After many tireless nights and long days, he built two soccer fields that are now known as the Gary Meadows Soccer Fields located in Milford KS. He coached soccer for over 20 years not only on these fields but around the country touching the hearts of every soccer player who came under his wing. Above all, Chemo was passionate about his Faith, being a husband, father, son, son-in-law, loyal friend. He was ecstatic to know he was expecting his first grandchild, a baby boy next April. He threw himself completely into everything he did and every person who crossed his path. Chemo was a member of the Milford Congregational Church of Milford, KS, and the Soldiers for Jesus M.C. where he worked as a disciple for Jesus. He was most famous for his daily inspirational blogs about his battle with Leukemia and keeping his faith un-waivered during the most difficult times. Rather than dying with the disease, he always made sure we were reminded that he was instead LIVING with the disease and this life was only temporal and a small step into eternity with God and his family. Gary “Chemo” is survived by each and every one of you that were a part of his life past, present, and future. He leaves behind his loving Wife, Charlene Meadows of Milford, KS; his two daughters, Jessica (Dominique Smith) Meadows of Copperas Cove, TX, and Cassidy Meadows of Milford, KS; Future Grandchild, Dominique Smith, Jr.; his father Earl Meadows; In-laws Rhonda and Charles Sharp; honorary sons Taylor Dunphy (Victoria), and D.J. Moenning (Leigha), thousands of SFJ brothers and sisters, all of his beloved soccer children, and several nieces and nephews along with a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother Joan; his son, Casey Dean Meadows, infant twin boys Austin Dean Meadows, and Nicholas Dean Meadows; and his brother Carl Steven Meadows. He loved each and every one of you, I hope you can remember his smile and his hugs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary Dean "Chemo" Meadows

Margie Bell Prichard, age 87 of Riley, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

She was born on November 5, 1933 in Crockett, Texas, the daughter of Thomas Hadden and Irene (Parsons) Buller.

On October 17, 1970 in Austin, Texas, she married Hal Prichard.  He preceded her in death on April 13, 2010.

Margie was a secretary at the Riley County High School for many years and enjoyed her time as a coach’s wife and sports mom.  She was a member of the Riley Presbyterian Church, Kansas Association of Educational Office Professionals and was a Boy Scout leader.  Some of her hobbies include, crocheting, sewing, reading and puzzles.

She is survived by two sons, Ronald Prichard of Olathe and Robert Prichard of Scottsdale, Arizona; one daughter, Peggy Jeane Goldsmith of Austin, Texas; one sister, Bessie Kellum of Texas; four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Thomas H. Buller, Jr. and her son-in-law, Bob Goldsmith.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on December 4, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. December 5, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  The funeral will be recorded and posted on the funeral home website shortly after the service for anyone that is unable to attend.  Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for the Riley Presbyterian Church.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Margie Bell Prichard, age 87 of Riley, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.She was born on November 5, 1933 in Crockett, Texas, the daughter of Thomas Hadden and Irene (Parsons) Buller.On October 17, 1970 in Austin, Texas, she married Hal Prichard. He preceded her in death on April 13, 2010.Margie was a secretary at the Riley County High School for many years and enjoyed her time as a coach’s wife and sports mom. She was a member of the Riley Presbyterian Church, Kansas Association of Educational Office Professionals and was a Boy Scout leader. Some of her hobbies include, crocheting, sewing, reading and puzzles.She is survived by two sons, Ronald Prichard of Olathe and Robert Prichard of Scottsdale, Arizona; one daughter, Peggy Jeane Goldsmith of Austin, Texas; one sister, Bessie Kellum of Texas; four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Thomas H. Buller, Jr. and her son-in-law, Bob Goldsmith.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on December 4, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. December 5, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The funeral will be recorded and posted on the funeral home website shortly after the service for anyone that is unable to attend. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.A memorial has been established for the Riley Presbyterian Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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