Merlin D. Riffel, 84 of Enterprise passed away January 3, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene.

 He was born August 14, 1936 on the farm close to Hope, KS , the son of Benjamin and Ella (Lorei) Riffel On May 20 1972, he was united in marriage to Jane Swisher. She preceded him in death November 2, 2011. Merlin worked on a road crew/highway construction worker.

Merlin is survived by his siblings: Leland Riffel (Grace) of Lafayette, Colorado; Lela Mae Trent (Clarence) of Wichita, Kansas; Connie Davis of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Linda Donnelly (John) of Elmo, Kansas; Bonnie McGilbra (Frank) of Owasso, Oklahoma; Debbie Middleton of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; Becky Lang of Burlingame, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and Stepmother Josephine Riffel.

The family has chosen cremation. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date at Gypsum Hill Cemetery. The family suggest memorials be given to the Enterprise Estates Nursing Home. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St. Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Merlin D. Riffel, 84 of Enterprise passed away January 3, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born August 14, 1936 on the farm close to Hope, KS , the son of Benjamin and Ella (Lorei) Riffel On May 20 1972, he was united in marriage to Jane Swisher. She preceded him in death November 2, 2011. Merlin worked on a road crew/highway construction worker. Merlin is survived by his siblings: Leland Riffel (Grace) of Lafayette, Colorado; Lela Mae Trent (Clarence) of Wichita, Kansas; Connie Davis of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Linda Donnelly (John) of Elmo, Kansas; Bonnie McGilbra (Frank) of Owasso, Oklahoma; Debbie Middleton of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; Becky Lang of Burlingame, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and Stepmother Josephine Riffel. The family has chosen cremation. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date at Gypsum Hill Cemetery. The family suggest memorials be given to the Enterprise Estates Nursing Home. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St. Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Merlin D. Riffel

Erika Lynn Rein-Mills born April 11, 1985 in Salina, Kansas and died January 3, 2021 in Abilene, Kansas.

 She grew up in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 2003. She attended Hutchinson Community College and graduated with a degree in Respiratory Therapy from Washburn University. She worked at Stormont Vail in Topeka as a respiratory therapist for 8 years before moving back to Abilene. Before Stormont she worked at Tailgators Pub &amp; Grub in Topeka while attending Washburn. She was full of life and a wonderful loving Mother to her son Kyler and loving Daughter and Sister.

She was preceded in death by her Grandma and Grandpa Hein and Grandpa Rein and Uncle John Rein. Surviving is her 11 year old son Kyler, boyfriend Cole Applehans, her Mother, Connie Karsmizki and Step-Father Rob, her Father Ron Rein and Step-Mother Debbie, her Brothers Matthew (Nina Gerken) Rein and Brandon (Sara Gammon) Rein, her Grandmother Joyce Rein, her Uncles Verlyn (Pam) Rein, Curtis (Sandy) Rein, Roger (Dixie) Hein, Don (Petra) Hein, Mike (Dustine) Hein, her Aunts Judy (Ron) Brown, JoAnn (Gene) Trenary, Carla (George) Stanley, Vicki (Steve) Gieber, Step-Siblings Jared Karsmizki, Tracy (Allison) Copenhaver , Tabetha Wenger as well as many cousins and friends. The family has chosen cremation and will receive friends Friday January 8, 2021 at New Trail Fellowship Church located at 1157 2400 Avenue Abilene, KS 67410 from 12:30 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. with a graveside service following at 3:00 P.M. at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Erika Lynn Mills Memorial Fund for Kyler Mills' Education Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home at 414 NW Third St. Abilene, KS 67410 or First Bank Kansas-Abilene at P.O. Box 37 Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Erika Lynn Rein-Mills born April 11, 1985 in Salina, Kansas and died January 3, 2021 in Abilene, Kansas. She grew up in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 2003. She attended Hutchinson Community College and graduated with a degree in Respiratory Therapy from Washburn University. She worked at Stormont Vail in Topeka as a respiratory therapist for 8 years before moving back to Abilene. Before Stormont she worked at Tailgators Pub &amp; Grub in Topeka while attending Washburn. She was full of life and a wonderful loving Mother to her son Kyler and loving Daughter and Sister. She was preceded in death by her Grandma and Grandpa Hein and Grandpa Rein and Uncle John Rein. Surviving is her 11 year old son Kyler, boyfriend Cole Applehans, her Mother, Connie Karsmizki and Step-Father Rob, her Father Ron Rein and Step-Mother Debbie, her Brothers Matthew (Nina Gerken) Rein and Brandon (Sara Gammon) Rein, her Grandmother Joyce Rein, her Uncles Verlyn (Pam) Rein, Curtis (Sandy) Rein, Roger (Dixie) Hein, Don (Petra) Hein, Mike (Dustine) Hein, her Aunts Judy (Ron) Brown, JoAnn (Gene) Trenary, Carla (George) Stanley, Vicki (Steve) Gieber, Step-Siblings Jared Karsmizki, Tracy (Allison) Copenhaver , Tabetha Wenger as well as many cousins and friends. The family has chosen cremation and will receive friends Friday January 8, 2021 at New Trail Fellowship Church located at 1157 2400 Avenue Abilene, KS 67410 from 12:30 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. with a graveside service following at 3:00 P.M. at Abilene City Cemetery with Pastor Stan Norman officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Erika Lynn Mills Memorial Fund for Kyler Mills' Education Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home at 414 NW Third St. Abilene, KS 67410 or First Bank Kansas-Abilene at P.O. Box 37 Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Erika Lynn Rein-Mills

James Emile-Valere Spencer, 69, Manhattan, KS, (formerly of Menomonie, WI) died Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born May 2, 1951, in Blue Earth, MN, to Eldon and Marie (Molle) Spencer. After graduating from Blue Earth High School, he attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. He went on to earn a M.A. from the University of Minnesota. On Dec. 4, 1976, he married Charlotte Kisling from Cameron, WI. They had two sons, Ryan and Craig. Jim worked for the L. E. Phillips Career Development Center in Eau Claire, WI, as the Director of Placement Services for many years. He took great pride in his work helping people find employment. Jim volunteered for youth athletics, the church and many service organizations. He enjoyed spending time with his family—especially his four grandchildren, playing tennis with friends, and traveling. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte; two sons, Ryan (Suzanne) of Seattle, WA, and Craig (NgocTam) of Manhattan, KS; four grandchildren, Ethan, Logan, Christopher and Caitlyn; a brother, Eldon (Ann) Spencer of Bloomington, MN; a sister, Cynthia (Gary) Vennes of Hunt, TX; an aunt, Elizabeth Spencer of Roseville, CA; brothers-in-law, Larry Kisling of Grand Junction, CO, Steven Kisling, Michael (Mary Lee) Kisling, Mark (Lori) Kisling of Cameron, WI, Brad (Sheila) Kisling of Rice Lake, WI; two sisters-in-law, Sharon (Roger) Kaiser and Kathy (Robert) Van Helden of Cameron, WI; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jim was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian burial will be held for the immediate family on Monday, January 11, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhattan, KS with Fr. Frank Coady officiating. A celebration of life will be held in Wisconsin at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the L.E. Phillips Career Development Center or to the HealthWell Foundation which helps people in need meet their health care treatment costs. Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

James Emile-Valere Spencer, 69, Manhattan, KS, (formerly of Menomonie, WI) died Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born May 2, 1951, in Blue Earth, MN, to Eldon and Marie (Molle) Spencer. After graduating from Blue Earth High School, he attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. He went on to earn a M.A. from the University of Minnesota. On Dec. 4, 1976, he married Charlotte Kisling from Cameron, WI. They had two sons, Ryan and Craig. Jim worked for the L. E. Phillips Career Development Center in Eau Claire, WI, as the Director of Placement Services for many years. He took great pride in his work helping people find employment. Jim volunteered for youth athletics, the church and many service organizations. He enjoyed spending time with his family—especially his four grandchildren, playing tennis with friends, and traveling. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte; two sons, Ryan (Suzanne) of Seattle, WA, and Craig (NgocTam) of Manhattan, KS; four grandchildren, Ethan, Logan, Christopher and Caitlyn; a brother, Eldon (Ann) Spencer of Bloomington, MN; a sister, Cynthia (Gary) Vennes of Hunt, TX; an aunt, Elizabeth Spencer of Roseville, CA; brothers-in-law, Larry Kisling of Grand Junction, CO, Steven Kisling, Michael (Mary Lee) Kisling, Mark (Lori) Kisling of Cameron, WI, Brad (Sheila) Kisling of Rice Lake, WI; two sisters-in-law, Sharon (Roger) Kaiser and Kathy (Robert) Van Helden of Cameron, WI; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jim was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian burial will be held for the immediate family on Monday, January 11, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhattan, KS with Fr. Frank Coady officiating. A celebration of life will be held in Wisconsin at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the L.E. Phillips Career Development Center or to the HealthWell Foundation which helps people in need meet their health care treatment costs. Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

James Emile-Valere Spencer

Leona Ruby (Stilley) Boggs, 86, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on January 3, 2021, at Stoneybrook Memory Care in Manhattan. She was born on October 10, 1934, in rural Randolph, KS, to John Howard Stilley and Ethel Ruby (Lilley) Stilley. She married Jasper "Junior" Boggs Jr. on April 25, 1955, in Manhattan, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son Charles Lee Boggs; two sisters Wanda Jean (Stilley) Wedekind, and Juanita June (Stilley) Wyant. Leona is survived by her husband, six children: Dale (DD) Boggs, of Wamego; David (Donna) Boggs, of Oklahoma, Sharon (Dana) Wahl, of Wamego, James (Lori) Boggs of Wamego, Mark (Lorrie) Boggs of Riley, and Jay (Melissa) Boggs of Florida, a sister Evelyn Smallwood of Missouri, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Interment will be at the Louisville Cemetery, Louisville, KS Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leona Ruby (Stilley) Boggs, 86, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on January 3, 2021, at Stoneybrook Memory Care in Manhattan. She was born on October 10, 1934, in rural Randolph, KS, to John Howard Stilley and Ethel Ruby (Lilley) Stilley. She married Jasper "Junior" Boggs Jr. on April 25, 1955, in Manhattan, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son Charles Lee Boggs; two sisters Wanda Jean (Stilley) Wedekind, and Juanita June (Stilley) Wyant. Leona is survived by her husband, six children: Dale (DD) Boggs, of Wamego; David (Donna) Boggs, of Oklahoma, Sharon (Dana) Wahl, of Wamego, James (Lori) Boggs of Wamego, Mark (Lorrie) Boggs of Riley, and Jay (Melissa) Boggs of Florida, a sister Evelyn Smallwood of Missouri, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Interment will be at the Louisville Cemetery, Louisville, KS Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leona Ruby (Stilley) Boggs

Sharon Joann Amos, 60, daughter of Max and Ruth Amos of Council Grove died January 3, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. Sharon was born in Manhattan, Kansas, December 8, 1960. Proceeded in death by grandparents John &amp; Alice Amos and Ray &amp; Fannie Crosby. Surviving siblings include Jay M. Amos (Cindy) and Karen Amos Grimes (David), three nephews Parker, Cameron and Nathan, and one niece, Rebecca. She also leaves behind loving friend Phil Haskell. Sharon attended elementary and high school in Rolla, Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri-Rolla with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Management. She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. Sharon spent her working career at Hallmark in Kansas City, where she spent 31 years as a packaging engineer. She love Jesus and served as a lay leader with Rhythm of Grace Church and was a supporting member of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. In 2016, Sharon retired to the family farm in Council Grove and quickly became acquainted with friends in church, the library and Morris County Historical&nbsp; Society. She became a member of PEO Chapter H and the Kansas Barn Alliance.

Her courage and determination to fight cancer was admired by friends and family. She will be greatly missed. Funeral service to be held Tuesday at 3:00 at Sunny Slopes Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are requested. Condolences can be sent to Sawyer Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Morris County Historical Society, Council Grove Christian Church, First Congregational UCC, or PEO Chapter H.

Sharon Joann Amos, 60, daughter of Max and Ruth Amos of Council Grove died January 3, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. Sharon was born in Manhattan, Kansas, December 8, 1960. Proceeded in death by grandparents John &amp; Alice Amos and Ray &amp; Fannie Crosby. Surviving siblings include Jay M. Amos (Cindy) and Karen Amos Grimes (David), three nephews Parker, Cameron and Nathan, and one niece, Rebecca. She also leaves behind loving friend Phil Haskell. Sharon attended elementary and high school in Rolla, Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri-Rolla with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Management. She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. Sharon spent her working career at Hallmark in Kansas City, where she spent 31 years as a packaging engineer. She love Jesus and served as a lay leader with Rhythm of Grace Church and was a supporting member of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. In 2016, Sharon retired to the family farm in Council Grove and quickly became acquainted with friends in church, the library and Morris County Historical&nbsp; Society. She became a member of PEO Chapter H and the Kansas Barn Alliance.Her courage and determination to fight cancer was admired by friends and family. She will be greatly missed. Funeral service to be held Tuesday at 3:00 at Sunny Slopes Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are requested. Condolences can be sent to Sawyer Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Morris County Historical Society, Council Grove Christian Church, First Congregational UCC, or PEO Chapter H.

Sharon Joann Amos

Thomas P. Metsala, 81, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on December 28, 2020 in the loving care of the Valley View Senior Life Center of Junction City, Kansas. Respect Hours will be held Tuesday, January 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington Street in Junction City. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6 at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, with Pastor Lorenzo Jackson officiating. Social distancing and COVID-19 protocols will be observed during all social gatherings. Thomas was born on June 20, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Victor VanHala and Aune (Metsala) VanHala. He was raised in Gwinn, Michigan and subsequently enlisted in the US Navy before transferring to the US Army. He served honorably for 20 years in duty stations throughout the US and Germany with a combat tour in Vietnam. In his first duty station in Germany, he met the love of his life, Maria Hoffegesang. After his military retirement, Thomas continued to serve as a civilian with the US Army at the Fort Riley Cavalry Museum. Thomas enjoyed many years of Sunday School teaching, was an avid reader especially with American Civil War history, and loved spending time with family and friends. He was a devout Christian who epitomized service to others. Thomas is survived by his wife of 58 years Maria, sons Daniel and wife Elena, Thomas and wife Becky, daughters Andrea Burdick, Ilonka Fuster, Tatjana Ramos and husband Michael, six grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary, and grandson Julian Ramos. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Thomas’ honor to the Parkinson Foundation at www.parkinson.org or Army Emergency Relief at www.armyemergencyrelief.org&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thomas P. Metsala, 81, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on December 28, 2020 in the loving care of the Valley View Senior Life Center of Junction City, Kansas. Respect Hours will be held Tuesday, January 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington Street in Junction City. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6 at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, with Pastor Lorenzo Jackson officiating. Social distancing and COVID-19 protocols will be observed during all social gatherings. Thomas was born on June 20, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Victor VanHala and Aune (Metsala) VanHala. He was raised in Gwinn, Michigan and subsequently enlisted in the US Navy before transferring to the US Army. He served honorably for 20 years in duty stations throughout the US and Germany with a combat tour in Vietnam. In his first duty station in Germany, he met the love of his life, Maria Hoffegesang. After his military retirement, Thomas continued to serve as a civilian with the US Army at the Fort Riley Cavalry Museum. Thomas enjoyed many years of Sunday School teaching, was an avid reader especially with American Civil War history, and loved spending time with family and friends. He was a devout Christian who epitomized service to others. Thomas is survived by his wife of 58 years Maria, sons Daniel and wife Elena, Thomas and wife Becky, daughters Andrea Burdick, Ilonka Fuster, Tatjana Ramos and husband Michael, six grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary, and grandson Julian Ramos. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Thomas’ honor to the Parkinson Foundation at www.parkinson.org or Army Emergency Relief at www.armyemergencyrelief.org&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thomas P. Metsala

Clarence Tex Klink, age 79 of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital.

He was born on September 21, 1941 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Francis C. and Alice Irene (England) Klink.  He graduated from Ottawa High School and served four years in the U.S. Marine Corp.

On December 18, 1961, he married Janice Carol Barnhisel.  She survives of the home.

Tex was a Lieutenant for the Manhattan Fire Department for 25 years.  Throughout those years, he worked for different plumbing companies on his off duty days and other odd and end jobs.  He was an avid fisherman and hunted and trapped in his younger years.  He absolutely loved spending time with his grandchildren and attending their events.  He was a member of the IAFF, American Legion, National Wild Turkey Federation, Riley County Fish and Game Association, Kansas Fur Harvester Association and attended the Sedalia Community Church.

In addition to his wife, Jan Klink, he is survived by one son, Kirk Klink and Jessica of Council Grove; two daughters, Kim Cardella and Dino of Manhattan and Wendi Washburn and Rocky of Council Grove; two brothers, Dale “Lucky” Klink of Spring Hill and Larry Klink and Peggy of Ottawa; seven grandchildren, Tyler Washburn, Kaleb Klink, Whisper Cardella, Kolby Washburn, Calder Klink, Cutter Klink and Johnathan Breese and three great grandchildren, Gannin Washburn, Adalynn Washburn and Rhette Klink.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter-in-law, Holly Klink.

Respect calls may be made from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2021 at the Sedalia Cemetery with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.

A memorial may be made to the Sedalia Community Church.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Clarence Tex Klink, age 79 of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital.He was born on September 21, 1941 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Francis C. and Alice Irene (England) Klink. He graduated from Ottawa High School and served four years in the U.S. Marine Corp.On December 18, 1961, he married Janice Carol Barnhisel. She survives of the home.Tex was a Lieutenant for the Manhattan Fire Department for 25 years. Throughout those years, he worked for different plumbing companies on his off duty days and other odd and end jobs. He was an avid fisherman and hunted and trapped in his younger years. He absolutely loved spending time with his grandchildren and attending their events. He was a member of the IAFF, American Legion, National Wild Turkey Federation, Riley County Fish and Game Association, Kansas Fur Harvester Association and attended the Sedalia Community Church.In addition to his wife, Jan Klink, he is survived by one son, Kirk Klink and Jessica of Council Grove; two daughters, Kim Cardella and Dino of Manhattan and Wendi Washburn and Rocky of Council Grove; two brothers, Dale “Lucky” Klink of Spring Hill and Larry Klink and Peggy of Ottawa; seven grandchildren, Tyler Washburn, Kaleb Klink, Whisper Cardella, Kolby Washburn, Calder Klink, Cutter Klink and Johnathan Breese and three great grandchildren, Gannin Washburn, Adalynn Washburn and Rhette Klink.He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter-in-law, Holly Klink.Respect calls may be made from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2021 at the Sedalia Cemetery with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.A memorial may be made to the Sedalia Community Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Clarence Tex Klink

Veryl Dean Wickstrum, age 86 of Leonardville, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

He was born on November 27, 1934 in Leonardville, the son of Clarence and Edna (Peterson) Wickstrum.

On January 2, 1987, he married Valerie Lynne Keener O’Neill.  She survives of the home.

He was a farmer and rancher who loved the land and his cattle and was a member of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church.  Veryl Dean enjoyed going on vacations with his friends and visiting the beautiful Catholic churches in other parts of the country.  He was a big John Deere fan and talked for months about his trip to the John Deere factory in Illinois, where he saw a John Deere tractor built.  He loved working in his yard, on lawn mowers and cars, but his #1 priority was his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He cherished every moment with them.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by five children, Robbie O’Neill of Wamego, Melinda Hewitt and husband Mike of Circleville, Ronnie O’Neill of Wamego, Linda Marshall and husband Eric of Kansas City and Debbie Wickstrum of Kansas City; one brother, Larry Wickstrum and wife Sharon of Westmoreland; nine grandchildren, Roger O’Neill, Russell O’Neill, Ryan O’Neill, Jennica O’Neill, Cassey Shupe (Kipp), Calley Berry (A.J.), Carley Hewitt, Cody O’Neill (Megan) and Tanner O’Neill and seven great grandchildren, Cooper, Weston, Macy, Rowdy, Breckyn, Harley and Joel.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Monday, January 4, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday January 5, 2021 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church Church with Father Kerry Ninemire as Celebrant.  Burial will be in the Grandview Mill Creek Cemetery.

A memorial may be made to the Veryl Dean Wickstrum Memorial Fund to be established at a later date.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Veryl Dean Wickstrum, age 86 of Leonardville, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.He was born on November 27, 1934 in Leonardville, the son of Clarence and Edna (Peterson) Wickstrum.On January 2, 1987, he married Valerie Lynne Keener O’Neill. She survives of the home.He was a farmer and rancher who loved the land and his cattle and was a member of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Veryl Dean enjoyed going on vacations with his friends and visiting the beautiful Catholic churches in other parts of the country. He was a big John Deere fan and talked for months about his trip to the John Deere factory in Illinois, where he saw a John Deere tractor built. He loved working in his yard, on lawn mowers and cars, but his #1 priority was his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He cherished every moment with them.In addition to his wife, he is survived by five children, Robbie O’Neill of Wamego, Melinda Hewitt and husband Mike of Circleville, Ronnie O’Neill of Wamego, Linda Marshall and husband Eric of Kansas City and Debbie Wickstrum of Kansas City; one brother, Larry Wickstrum and wife Sharon of Westmoreland; nine grandchildren, Roger O’Neill, Russell O’Neill, Ryan O’Neill, Jennica O’Neill, Cassey Shupe (Kipp), Calley Berry (A.J.), Carley Hewitt, Cody O’Neill (Megan) and Tanner O’Neill and seven great grandchildren, Cooper, Weston, Macy, Rowdy, Breckyn, Harley and Joel.He was preceded in death by his parents.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Monday, January 4, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday January 5, 2021 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church Church with Father Kerry Ninemire as Celebrant. Burial will be in the Grandview Mill Creek Cemetery.A memorial may be made to the Veryl Dean Wickstrum Memorial Fund to be established at a later date. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Veryl Dean Wickstrum

Ila Mae Pultz, age 96 of Riley, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at the Meadowlark Hills Wroten House.

She was born on January 27, 1924 at her grandparents house in May Day, the daughter of William and Ada (Auchard) Hollowell.  Ila was a tomboy and loved to climb trees.  Her family moved several times from south of Barnes, to east of Riley and to west of Keats.  She graduated from Keats Rural High School where she walked four miles to school.

On November 23, 1942, she married her high school sweetheart, Argel Pultz who was stationed on the west coast and spent 21 months in the South Pacific.  He preceded her in death on January 7, 1998.

Following Argel’s time in the Navy, they moved back to Kansas and became residents of Riley in 1954 where they were co-owners of the Hassebroek Grocery Store and she was a school cook.  Ila was a member of the Riley United Methodist Church and an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Riley Neighborhood Club for many years.  In the fall of 2010, Ila decided she’d had enough of yard work, keeping her home going and picking her beloved gooseberries and decided to move to Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community for her final years.

She is survived by four children, Aleta Esslinger of Manhattan, David Pultz and wife Jeannette of Leonardville, Quinten Pultz and wife Becky of Riley and Arden Pultz and wife Rhonda of Manhattan; three sisters, Wanda Goff, Betty Wohler and Winona Hollowell; 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Wilma Hermann, Bonnie Stone and Jeannie Bradshaw; three brothers, William Hollowell, Robert Hollowell and Wayne Hollowell and her good friend, Warren Walter.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

A memorial may be made to the Meadowlark Hills Foundation.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Ila Mae Pultz, age 96 of Riley, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at the Meadowlark Hills Wroten House.She was born on January 27, 1924 at her grandparents house in May Day, the daughter of William and Ada (Auchard) Hollowell. Ila was a tomboy and loved to climb trees. Her family moved several times from south of Barnes, to east of Riley and to west of Keats. She graduated from Keats Rural High School where she walked four miles to school.On November 23, 1942, she married her high school sweetheart, Argel Pultz who was stationed on the west coast and spent 21 months in the South Pacific. He preceded her in death on January 7, 1998.Following Argel’s time in the Navy, they moved back to Kansas and became residents of Riley in 1954 where they were co-owners of the Hassebroek Grocery Store and she was a school cook. Ila was a member of the Riley United Methodist Church and an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Riley Neighborhood Club for many years. In the fall of 2010, Ila decided she’d had enough of yard work, keeping her home going and picking her beloved gooseberries and decided to move to Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community for her final years.She is survived by four children, Aleta Esslinger of Manhattan, David Pultz and wife Jeannette of Leonardville, Quinten Pultz and wife Becky of Riley and Arden Pultz and wife Rhonda of Manhattan; three sisters, Wanda Goff, Betty Wohler and Winona Hollowell; 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Wilma Hermann, Bonnie Stone and Jeannie Bradshaw; three brothers, William Hollowell, Robert Hollowell and Wayne Hollowell and her good friend, Warren Walter.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.A memorial may be made to the Meadowlark Hills Foundation. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Ila Mae Pultz

Margaret “Lucile” Jevons, 97, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, Kansas passed away December 31, 2020, at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Manhattan KS. &nbsp;Lucile was born on a farm in the Madura area south of Wakefield on April 1, 1923.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Arthur B. and Edith May Carpenter Luttman.&nbsp; Lucile is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Russell of 68 years and her sister Evelyn Buche.

Lucile attended Madura rural grade school, then graduated from Wakefield High School in 1941.&nbsp; Lucile went to work after high school as a secretary for a local insurance company. Russell and Lucile were married on October 16, 1943.&nbsp; After Russell was discharged from the Army Air Corps, they returned to Wakefield in 1945. &nbsp;Lucile worked as a teller at Farmers and Merchants State Bank and then as the bookkeeper for the Wakefield Telephone Company, the Junction City Telephone Company office in Wakefield, and finally as a service clerk for United Telephone Company in Junction City.

Lucile is survived by two sons: Deryl and wife Linda of Chino Valley, Arizona and Keith and wife Maxine of Manhattan Kansas; and six grandchildren Michelle, David, Melissa, Michael, Jared and Laura and ten great grandchildren.

Lucile was a member of the Wakefield Madura Congregational Church, a 77 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a 74 year member of the VFW Auxiliary, and since childhood a member of the Madura area Priscilla Club.

Lucile loved being a homemaker, mother, knitting, playing her piano, and staying in touch with family and friends.

Lucile will be buried with a private family service at the Wakefield Highland Cemetery.&nbsp; A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

The family suggests donations to,&nbsp; to the Wakefield Museum, the Order of the Eastern Star Clay Center Chapter 180, VFW Post 7774 Auxiliary or the Madura Congregational Church in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;Street, Clay Center, Kansas 67432.

Margaret “Lucile” Jevons, 97, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, Kansas passed away December 31, 2020, at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Manhattan KS. &nbsp;Lucile was born on a farm in the Madura area south of Wakefield on April 1, 1923.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Arthur B. and Edith May Carpenter Luttman.&nbsp; Lucile is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Russell of 68 years and her sister Evelyn Buche.Lucile attended Madura rural grade school, then graduated from Wakefield High School in 1941.&nbsp; Lucile went to work after high school as a secretary for a local insurance company. Russell and Lucile were married on October 16, 1943.&nbsp; After Russell was discharged from the Army Air Corps, they returned to Wakefield in 1945. &nbsp;Lucile worked as a teller at Farmers and Merchants State Bank and then as the bookkeeper for the Wakefield Telephone Company, the Junction City Telephone Company office in Wakefield, and finally as a service clerk for United Telephone Company in Junction City.Lucile is survived by two sons: Deryl and wife Linda of Chino Valley, Arizona and Keith and wife Maxine of Manhattan Kansas; and six grandchildren Michelle, David, Melissa, Michael, Jared and Laura and ten great grandchildren.Lucile was a member of the Wakefield Madura Congregational Church, a 77 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, a 74 year member of the VFW Auxiliary, and since childhood a member of the Madura area Priscilla Club.Lucile loved being a homemaker, mother, knitting, playing her piano, and staying in touch with family and friends.Lucile will be buried with a private family service at the Wakefield Highland Cemetery.&nbsp; A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.The family suggests donations to,&nbsp; to the Wakefield Museum, the Order of the Eastern Star Clay Center Chapter 180, VFW Post 7774 Auxiliary or the Madura Congregational Church in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;Street, Clay Center, Kansas 67432.

Margaret “Lucile” Jevons

Jennice Wright age 78, died December 31, 2020 in Clay Center, KS. She was born on December 26, 1942 in Washington County, KS to Albert and Rosa (Ohlde) Beikmann. Jennice was a graduate of Linn Community High School. She attended Krums Beauty School and worked as a beautician for various beauty shops in Clay Center. Jennice was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church. Above all she was an avid supporter of her children and grandchildren. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents.

Daughter: Shawna (Jim) Pederson of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Pam (Bryan) Maloney of Humboldt, KS

Son: Wes (Kristin) Wright of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Leonard "Clem" Beikmann of Clifton, KS

Grandchildren:&nbsp; Casey and Haley Pederson, Jorie and Jadyn Maloney, Megan and Justin Wright

Funeral Services:&nbsp; Private family service will be held at 10:00 a.m., January 6, 2021 at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KS

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

Visitation:&nbsp; Tuesday, January&nbsp; 5, 2021 from 3:00-8:00 jp.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to St. Pauls Lutheran Church c/o the funeral home

A live stream of the service will be available&nbsp;at the time of the service&nbsp;via the funeral home Facebook page or by visiting the website at www.nsrfh.com

Jennice Wright age 78, died December 31, 2020 in Clay Center, KS. She was born on December 26, 1942 in Washington County, KS to Albert and Rosa (Ohlde) Beikmann. Jennice was a graduate of Linn Community High School. She attended Krums Beauty School and worked as a beautician for various beauty shops in Clay Center. Jennice was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church. Above all she was an avid supporter of her children and grandchildren. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents.Survivors:Daughter: Shawna (Jim) Pederson of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Pam (Bryan) Maloney of Humboldt, KSSon: Wes (Kristin) Wright of Clay Center, KSBrother: Leonard "Clem" Beikmann of Clifton, KSGrandchildren:&nbsp; Casey and Haley Pederson, Jorie and Jadyn Maloney, Megan and Justin WrightFuneral Services:&nbsp; Private family service will be held at 10:00 a.m., January 6, 2021 at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KSBurial:&nbsp; Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KSVisitation:&nbsp; Tuesday, January&nbsp; 5, 2021 from 3:00-8:00 jp.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to St. Pauls Lutheran Church c/o the funeral homeA live stream of the service will be available&nbsp;at the time of the service&nbsp;via the funeral home Facebook page or by visiting the website at www.nsrfh.com

Jennice Wright

Jay E. Kramer, 95, died December 28, 2020 in Salina.&nbsp; He was born May 21, 1925 in Clay County, the son of John and Esther (Bruns) Kramer. He grew up in the Longford area and graduated from Longford Rural High School in 1942.&nbsp; He served in the Army Air Force during WWII.&nbsp; Jay married Betty Lou Beals on May 16, 1948 and she preceded him in death on May 20, 2006. &nbsp;The couple farmed in the Longford area until moving to Emporia in 1984, where Jay worked as a mail carrier.&nbsp; They later returned to Longford and he continued to work as a mail carrier in Longford and Abilene.&nbsp; He also worked as a bus driver. Jay is also preceded in death by his parents, brother, Wesley Kramer and sister Sarah Wimberly.

Jay was a member of the Oak Hill Presbyterian Church where he served as a church Elder.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Longford American Legion and the Longford Lions Club.&nbsp;

Son: Kim and wife, Wava Kramer of Longford, KS

Son: Jan and wife, Gloria Kramer of Miltonvale, KS

Son: Von and wife, Kim Kramer of Longford, KS

7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren

Private Graveside Services:&nbsp; will be held at the Rose Meron Cemetery in Clay County, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;from 3-8 p.m.,&nbsp; Monday, January 4, 2021 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center.

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Oak Hill Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home.

Jay E. Kramer, 95, died December 28, 2020 in Salina.&nbsp; He was born May 21, 1925 in Clay County, the son of John and Esther (Bruns) Kramer. He grew up in the Longford area and graduated from Longford Rural High School in 1942.&nbsp; He served in the Army Air Force during WWII.&nbsp; Jay married Betty Lou Beals on May 16, 1948 and she preceded him in death on May 20, 2006. &nbsp;The couple farmed in the Longford area until moving to Emporia in 1984, where Jay worked as a mail carrier.&nbsp; They later returned to Longford and he continued to work as a mail carrier in Longford and Abilene.&nbsp; He also worked as a bus driver. Jay is also preceded in death by his parents, brother, Wesley Kramer and sister Sarah Wimberly.Jay was a member of the Oak Hill Presbyterian Church where he served as a church Elder.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Longford American Legion and the Longford Lions Club.&nbsp;Survivors:Son: Kim and wife, Wava Kramer of Longford, KSSon: Jan and wife, Gloria Kramer of Miltonvale, KSSon: Von and wife, Kim Kramer of Longford, KS7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildrenPrivate Graveside Services:&nbsp; will be held at the Rose Meron Cemetery in Clay County, KSMinister:&nbsp;Pastor Roxie BaerVisitation:&nbsp;from 3-8 p.m.,&nbsp; Monday, January 4, 2021 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center.Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Oak Hill Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home.

Jay E. Kramer

Winifred Frances Barker age 103, died December 21, 2020 in Clay Center, KS. She was born in LaHarpe, KS on August 9, 1917 to William and Sada (Mapes) McKeever.&nbsp;&nbsp;Winifred attended Allen County Community College for two years. In 1941, she and her husband, Loren, moved to Clay Center where he taught at CCCHS.&nbsp; Winifred worked at the Clay County Extension Office from 1961 to 1969 and at C &amp; W Rural Electric Co. from 1970 to 1981. After retiring, she volunteered at the Lighthouse for Christ, the Hospital, Meals on Wheels and was on the Board of the Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was a member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church. Winifred is preceded in death by her husband and parents.

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

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

Winifred Frances Barker age 103, died December 21, 2020 in Clay Center, KS. She was born in LaHarpe, KS on August 9, 1917 to William and Sada (Mapes) McKeever.&nbsp;&nbsp;Winifred attended Allen County Community College for two years. In 1941, she and her husband, Loren, moved to Clay Center where he taught at CCCHS.&nbsp; Winifred worked at the Clay County Extension Office from 1961 to 1969 and at C &amp; W Rural Electric Co. from 1970 to 1981. After retiring, she volunteered at the Lighthouse for Christ, the Hospital, Meals on Wheels and was on the Board of the Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was a member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church. Winifred is preceded in death by her husband and parents.Survivors:Daughter: Terry Barker of Anaheim, CASon: Bill Barker of Gulfport, MSGranddaughter: Christa&nbsp;Great Grandchildren: Taylor and GannonFuneral Services:&nbsp;No services are planned at this timeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Clay Center Presbyterian Manor or Clay Center Methodist Church c/o the funeral home

Winifred Frances Barker 

William A. Martens, 89, rural Wabaunsee County, KS passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS.

On December 18, 1931, William was born to Henry and Anna (Schweir) Martens on the family farm in the Wells Creek community south of Belvue, KS.&nbsp; He attended District #54 rural school near Wells Creek before working on the family farm with his brothers.&nbsp; William was never married, but enjoyed farming with his loving family of brothers, a sister, and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He was a member of the Immanuel Faith Community Church of Wells Creek.

He loved working on the farm.&nbsp; He did most of the outside work while his brother took care of the inside work.&nbsp; He enjoyed taking care of the farm animals and working on the machinery to keep the farm running.&nbsp; Later in life, he spent a few years at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society and then Vintage Park, where he made several new friends and always thought the staff took great care of him.

He is survived by his sister, Ethel Nelson, Topeka, KS; two nieces, Kathy Schmidtberger and Sue Kirkendall, both of Topeka, KS; and four nephews, John Martens, Jerry Martens, Ken Nelson, and Don Nelson, all of Topeka, KS.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, John Martens and Loran Martens.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date at the Wabaunsee Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Wells Creek Church, or the Midland Hospice House, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

William A. Martens, 89, rural Wabaunsee County, KS passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS.On December 18, 1931, William was born to Henry and Anna (Schweir) Martens on the family farm in the Wells Creek community south of Belvue, KS.&nbsp; He attended District #54 rural school near Wells Creek before working on the family farm with his brothers.&nbsp; William was never married, but enjoyed farming with his loving family of brothers, a sister, and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He was a member of the Immanuel Faith Community Church of Wells Creek.He loved working on the farm.&nbsp; He did most of the outside work while his brother took care of the inside work.&nbsp; He enjoyed taking care of the farm animals and working on the machinery to keep the farm running.&nbsp; Later in life, he spent a few years at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society and then Vintage Park, where he made several new friends and always thought the staff took great care of him.He is survived by his sister, Ethel Nelson, Topeka, KS; two nieces, Kathy Schmidtberger and Sue Kirkendall, both of Topeka, KS; and four nephews, John Martens, Jerry Martens, Ken Nelson, and Don Nelson, all of Topeka, KS.He is preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, John Martens and Loran Martens.Private graveside services will be held at a later date at the Wabaunsee Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Wells Creek Church, or the Midland Hospice House, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

William A. Martens

Paisley Elaine Alberts, age 3 months, passed away at her home on December 26, 2020 near St. George, KS.

On September 2, 2020, Paisley was born to Garrett Alberts and Isabella Petri at the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp;

She is survived by her parents, three grandparents, Cassandra Dupler-Petri, St. George, KS, Kimberly Smith, Statesville, NC, and Stephen Smith, Statesville, NC; and an uncle, Logan Alberts, Statesville, NC.

Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Paisley Elaine Alberts, age 3 months, passed away at her home on December 26, 2020 near St. George, KS.On September 2, 2020, Paisley was born to Garrett Alberts and Isabella Petri at the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp;She is survived by her parents, three grandparents, Cassandra Dupler-Petri, St. George, KS, Kimberly Smith, Statesville, NC, and Stephen Smith, Statesville, NC; and an uncle, Logan Alberts, Statesville, NC.Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Paisley Elaine Alberts,

Amanda Jo Hendricks, 35, of St. George, KS passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, December 22, 2020.

&nbsp;On December 3, 1985, Amanda was born to Dwight and Joyce (Brunkow) York in Wamego, KS. She graduated Wamego High School in 2004 and attended Highland Community College and Manhattan Area Technical College. Amanda worked as a Paraprofessional Educator for the St. George Grade School for 10 years.&nbsp; She was united in marriage with Todd Michael Hendricks on September 17, 2011 at the Westview Community Church in Manhattan, KS. He survives of the home.

She loved spending time with her girls and enjoyed riding and being around horses, as well as doing various arts and crafts projects to gift to her friends and family.

Amanda is also survived by her parents of Wamego, two daughters, Brooklyn and Skylar Hendricks, St. George, KS; four brothers, David (Kelley) York, St. George, KS, Matthew York, Wamego, KS, Larry (Rachelle) York, Belvue, KS, and Steven (Robin) York, Silver Lake, KS; one grandfather, Cleo Brunkow, Wamego, KS; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Dudley &amp; Gladys York, and Jean Brunkow as well as a cousin, Colleen McCarter.

Private family services will be held at a later date at the St. George Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Brooklyn and Skylar Hendricks Education Fund, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Amanda Jo Hendricks, 35, of St. George, KS passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, December 22, 2020.&nbsp;On December 3, 1985, Amanda was born to Dwight and Joyce (Brunkow) York in Wamego, KS. She graduated Wamego High School in 2004 and attended Highland Community College and Manhattan Area Technical College. Amanda worked as a Paraprofessional Educator for the St. George Grade School for 10 years.&nbsp; She was united in marriage with Todd Michael Hendricks on September 17, 2011 at the Westview Community Church in Manhattan, KS. He survives of the home.She loved spending time with her girls and enjoyed riding and being around horses, as well as doing various arts and crafts projects to gift to her friends and family.Amanda is also survived by her parents of Wamego, two daughters, Brooklyn and Skylar Hendricks, St. George, KS; four brothers, David (Kelley) York, St. George, KS, Matthew York, Wamego, KS, Larry (Rachelle) York, Belvue, KS, and Steven (Robin) York, Silver Lake, KS; one grandfather, Cleo Brunkow, Wamego, KS; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Dudley &amp; Gladys York, and Jean Brunkow as well as a cousin, Colleen McCarter.Private family services will be held at a later date at the St. George Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Brooklyn and Skylar Hendricks Education Fund, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Amanda Jo Hendricks

Edith Arlene (Fouse) Scripter, Age 96, passed away December 27, 2020 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center. She was born September 19, 1924 to Leon and Lulu (James) Fouse at the home west of Industry, Kansas. She taught grade school in several one room schools. On October 4, 1947 she was united in marriage to Stanley David Scripter, at the Methodist Parsonage in Clyde, Kansas. They made their home on the farm in Sherman Township in Dickinson County. Later she was a housewife, bus driver, and bookkeeper for Stanley Scripter Electric.

Edith was preceded in death by her parents, daughter-in-law Chery (Lowell) Scripter, Grandson Quint, husband Stanley, brothers Warren Fouse, Orval Fouse and infant brother Lawrence.

She is survived by her sons, Lowell (Madelon) of Council Grove, KS, Ted (Sandy) of Kechi, KS, Ron(Beth) of rural Abilene, and daughter Kim (Rodney) Hofmann, rural Clay Center, KS. Grandchildren, Sarah Delgado, Katey (Carlos) Rodriguez, Seth (Cassie) Scripter, and Jon Scripter. Great Grandchildren Natalee and Lily Delgado, Conner, Creighton, Chloe Scripter, Ruby and Iris Rodriquez. She is also survived by brother Earl Fouse, and sister Irene Jensen, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

A private family service is planned and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church of Abilene, KS., or the Presbyterian Manor, 924 8th St., Clay Center, KS, 67432.

Memorials may be mailed or dropped by Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edith Arlene (Fouse) Scripter, Age 96, passed away December 27, 2020 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center. She was born September 19, 1924 to Leon and Lulu (James) Fouse at the home west of Industry, Kansas. She taught grade school in several one room schools. On October 4, 1947 she was united in marriage to Stanley David Scripter, at the Methodist Parsonage in Clyde, Kansas. They made their home on the farm in Sherman Township in Dickinson County. Later she was a housewife, bus driver, and bookkeeper for Stanley Scripter Electric. Edith was preceded in death by her parents, daughter-in-law Chery (Lowell) Scripter, Grandson Quint, husband Stanley, brothers Warren Fouse, Orval Fouse and infant brother Lawrence. She is survived by her sons, Lowell (Madelon) of Council Grove, KS, Ted (Sandy) of Kechi, KS, Ron(Beth) of rural Abilene, and daughter Kim (Rodney) Hofmann, rural Clay Center, KS. Grandchildren, Sarah Delgado, Katey (Carlos) Rodriguez, Seth (Cassie) Scripter, and Jon Scripter. Great Grandchildren Natalee and Lily Delgado, Conner, Creighton, Chloe Scripter, Ruby and Iris Rodriquez. She is also survived by brother Earl Fouse, and sister Irene Jensen, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. A private family service is planned and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church of Abilene, KS., or the Presbyterian Manor, 924 8th St., Clay Center, KS, 67432.Memorials may be mailed or dropped by Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edith Arlene (Fouse) Scripter

Jack O'Brien, 92 of Abilene was born in Los Angeles, CA November 19, 1928 and left this Earth on December 28, 2020.

Jack was a photographer and innovative dark room developer. He witnessed and adapted to so many changes in the photography industry. He began learning from his father-in-law and continued schooling in the military when he joined the Air Force and served for 4 years before being discharged at the rank of Tech SGT. His civilian career began in Hollywood working with famed portrait photographer John Engstead. He then went to work for North American Rockwell, where he worked on some of the early Apollo space missions and was known throughout the industry as the "go to" person if a negative was considered "impossible" to develop. Jack had a brief stint away from the dark room when he joined his brothers in running a tree nursery in California. He returned to photography for the end of his career and worked as a civil servant for the Navy as head photographer in Norco, CA until his retirement in 1990. Jack lost his wife , Diane in 1995 to cancer and moved to Abilene with his daughter in 2009.

 He is survived by his son, Doug, daughter in law Patti, granddaughters Joyce and Judi and his daughter Elaine. The family has chosen cremation. Jack will be laid to rest at a Veterans Cemetery in California at a later date. 

The family suggests memorials be given to the American Cancer Society. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Jack O'Brien, 92 of Abilene was born in Los Angeles, CA November 19, 1928 and left this Earth on December 28, 2020.Jack was a photographer and innovative dark room developer. He witnessed and adapted to so many changes in the photography industry. He began learning from his father-in-law and continued schooling in the military when he joined the Air Force and served for 4 years before being discharged at the rank of Tech SGT. His civilian career began in Hollywood working with famed portrait photographer John Engstead. He then went to work for North American Rockwell, where he worked on some of the early Apollo space missions and was known throughout the industry as the "go to" person if a negative was considered "impossible" to develop. Jack had a brief stint away from the dark room when he joined his brothers in running a tree nursery in California. He returned to photography for the end of his career and worked as a civil servant for the Navy as head photographer in Norco, CA until his retirement in 1990. Jack lost his wife , Diane in 1995 to cancer and moved to Abilene with his daughter in 2009. He is survived by his son, Doug, daughter in law Patti, granddaughters Joyce and Judi and his daughter Elaine. The family has chosen cremation. Jack will be laid to rest at a Veterans Cemetery in California at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the American Cancer Society. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Jack O'Brien,

Loren L. Peck was born in Clay County, on June 10, 1931 at the farm home of his parents Henry and Edna (Schweitzer) Peck. The family moved to a farm west of Hope in 1935. He attended the Tennessee and Dillon Grade Schools. He went to Hop High School one year and the family moved to northeast of Woodbine, and graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1949. On June 1, 1952 he was united in marriage to Gladys Hettenbach. They made their first home northeast of Woodbine and moved to the Pearl Community in 1960. He laid, sanded, and finished floors for many years in Junction City and the surrounding areas. He was a farmer and stockman in the Woodbine area all his life. He was a member of the National Guard at Council Grove for eight years. He is survives by his daughter Nancy and her husband Henry Larocque of Junction City, son Merle and his wife Delores Peck of Enterprise, brother-in-law Marshall Heath of Junction City, sister in law Redella Lay of Abilene, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Gladys on March 29, 2014, his parents, sisters Joan and Faye, and brothers Jerry and Ray. Private graveside services are planned. The family will receive friends from 5:00 P. p.m.-7:00 p.m.&nbsp; pm Thursday, January 7th at the Danner Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Elsie Brooks Cancer Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loren L. Peck was born in Clay County, on June 10, 1931 at the farm home of his parents Henry and Edna (Schweitzer) Peck. The family moved to a farm west of Hope in 1935. He attended the Tennessee and Dillon Grade Schools. He went to Hop High School one year and the family moved to northeast of Woodbine, and graduated from Chapman High School with the class of 1949. On June 1, 1952 he was united in marriage to Gladys Hettenbach. They made their first home northeast of Woodbine and moved to the Pearl Community in 1960. He laid, sanded, and finished floors for many years in Junction City and the surrounding areas. He was a farmer and stockman in the Woodbine area all his life. He was a member of the National Guard at Council Grove for eight years. He is survives by his daughter Nancy and her husband Henry Larocque of Junction City, son Merle and his wife Delores Peck of Enterprise, brother-in-law Marshall Heath of Junction City, sister in law Redella Lay of Abilene, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Gladys on March 29, 2014, his parents, sisters Joan and Faye, and brothers Jerry and Ray. Private graveside services are planned. The family will receive friends from 5:00 P. p.m.-7:00 p.m.&nbsp; pm Thursday, January 7th at the Danner Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Elsie Brooks Cancer Fund and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loren L. Peck

Walter A. "Sonny" Meyer, 83, Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020 due to the Coronavirus. He was born March 2, 1937 at Hollenberg, Kansas to Walter H. and Ella M. (Holle) Meyer. He attended Trinity Lutheran Parochial Elementary and Hanover High Schools. Walter was married to Carol (Peterson) Meyer in 1958. The couple later divorced. He married Nancy (Love) Meyer in 1984, she died in 1997. Walter retired from banking, loved following K-State sports, and visiting a casino once in a while. Survivors include his first wife, Carol, son, Brad Meyer (wife Elynn), grandson, Cody Meyer; two sisters, Lucille Love and Velora Weiters. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Darlene Iles. Private burial will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Hanover, Kansas. A memorial service is pending, tentatively planned for spring 2021. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made for Walter Meyer to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Walter A. "Sonny" Meyer, 83, Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020 due to the Coronavirus. He was born March 2, 1937 at Hollenberg, Kansas to Walter H. and Ella M. (Holle) Meyer. He attended Trinity Lutheran Parochial Elementary and Hanover High Schools. Walter was married to Carol (Peterson) Meyer in 1958. The couple later divorced. He married Nancy (Love) Meyer in 1984, she died in 1997. Walter retired from banking, loved following K-State sports, and visiting a casino once in a while. Survivors include his first wife, Carol, son, Brad Meyer (wife Elynn), grandson, Cody Meyer; two sisters, Lucille Love and Velora Weiters. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Darlene Iles. Private burial will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Hanover, Kansas. A memorial service is pending, tentatively planned for spring 2021. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made for Walter Meyer to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Walter A. "Sonny" Meyer

Phyllis Suzanne, “Sue” Ludwig passed away peacefully Monday evening, December 28, 2020. She was with her family on her beloved Playfarm. Sue was born in Spencer County, Indiana on February 13, 1938. She spent her life in education, retiring from teaching in Highland, Indiana in 1992. With her husband, Jerry, she was able to enjoy her remaining years on their beautiful Flint Hills farm where she pursued her many hobbies. From teaching piano to gardening and holding office in the Deep Creek Needlecraft Club, Sue remained active. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Douglas Hull, Alma, KS, four grandchildren, Kate and Mike Tyler NYC, NY, Holly Wight and husband Kent Domas of Houston, TX, Emmett and Jenny Hull, Topeka KS, and Nell Hull of Kansas City, MO. Sue was also proud of her 5 ‘Greats’, Julien, Hugh, and Mac of Houston, Texas and Huckleberry and Jarvis of New York City, New York. A celebration of Sue’s life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Phyllis Suzanne, “Sue” Ludwig passed away peacefully Monday evening, December 28, 2020. She was with her family on her beloved Playfarm. Sue was born in Spencer County, Indiana on February 13, 1938. She spent her life in education, retiring from teaching in Highland, Indiana in 1992. With her husband, Jerry, she was able to enjoy her remaining years on their beautiful Flint Hills farm where she pursued her many hobbies. From teaching piano to gardening and holding office in the Deep Creek Needlecraft Club, Sue remained active. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Douglas Hull, Alma, KS, four grandchildren, Kate and Mike Tyler NYC, NY, Holly Wight and husband Kent Domas of Houston, TX, Emmett and Jenny Hull, Topeka KS, and Nell Hull of Kansas City, MO. Sue was also proud of her 5 ‘Greats’, Julien, Hugh, and Mac of Houston, Texas and Huckleberry and Jarvis of New York City, New York. A celebration of Sue’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Phyllis Suzanne, “Sue” Ludwig 

Una L. Allen was born to Keith and Edna Kehr in Newton, Kansas on April 2, 1928. She and her family moved to Preston, Kansas, where she graduated from Preston High School in 1945. She married Richard Allen on December 24, 1945. Richard was farmer/stockman, and Una was a homemaker at their farm near Preston, Kansas. The two were married for 64 years, until Richard’s death in 2010. Una moved to Meadowlark Retirement Community in 2015. She died on January 1, 2021. Una is survived by a son, Earl Allen (and wife Marcia), of Manhattan, Kansas, and a daughter, Sue Adkins, of Wichita, Kansas. She is also survived by two grandsons: Bryan Allen (and wife Cori), of Kansas City, Missouri, and Sean Allen of Glendive, Montana. Cremation took place, with a private graveside service to take place later at Greenlawn Cemetery in Pratt, Kansas. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Una L. Allen was born to Keith and Edna Kehr in Newton, Kansas on April 2, 1928. She and her family moved to Preston, Kansas, where she graduated from Preston High School in 1945. She married Richard Allen on December 24, 1945. Richard was farmer/stockman, and Una was a homemaker at their farm near Preston, Kansas. The two were married for 64 years, until Richard’s death in 2010. Una moved to Meadowlark Retirement Community in 2015. She died on January 1, 2021. Una is survived by a son, Earl Allen (and wife Marcia), of Manhattan, Kansas, and a daughter, Sue Adkins, of Wichita, Kansas. She is also survived by two grandsons: Bryan Allen (and wife Cori), of Kansas City, Missouri, and Sean Allen of Glendive, Montana. Cremation took place, with a private graveside service to take place later at Greenlawn Cemetery in Pratt, Kansas. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Una L. Allen

Elizabeth Ann Rice, 75, of Wamego, Kansas, died Thursday, December 31, 2020, at Via Christi Health Center. &nbsp;She was a long-time member of the community.

Elizabeth was born on November 20, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of Harold F. and Catherine (Linn) Kirch. &nbsp;She graduated from High School in Augusta, Kansas, in 1963. &nbsp;She then graduated from Emporia State University with a degree in Business Education.

Elizabeth worked at various businesses including The Living Word Church, and many years Valley Vista Good Samaritan Center in Wamego, as a secretary. &nbsp;She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego. &nbsp;Elizabeth loved to read and she enjoyed jigsaw puzzles.

Elizabeth married Gerald Rice on February 25, 1967, in Augusta. &nbsp;He survives at their home.

She is also survived by her children; Steven Rice (Heather), Pratt, and Carrie Rice, Manhattan; her grandson, Adan Rice; and her sister, Linette Pugh, Harrisonville, Missouri. &nbsp;Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents.

A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Elizabeth Ann Rice, 75, of Wamego, Kansas, died Thursday, December 31, 2020, at Via Christi Health Center. &nbsp;She was a long-time member of the community.Elizabeth was born on November 20, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of Harold F. and Catherine (Linn) Kirch. &nbsp;She graduated from High School in Augusta, Kansas, in 1963. &nbsp;She then graduated from Emporia State University with a degree in Business Education.Elizabeth worked at various businesses including The Living Word Church, and many years Valley Vista Good Samaritan Center in Wamego, as a secretary. &nbsp;She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego. &nbsp;Elizabeth loved to read and she enjoyed jigsaw puzzles.Elizabeth married Gerald Rice on February 25, 1967, in Augusta. &nbsp;He survives at their home.She is also survived by her children; Steven Rice (Heather), Pratt, and Carrie Rice, Manhattan; her grandson, Adan Rice; and her sister, Linette Pugh, Harrisonville, Missouri. &nbsp;Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents.A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Elizabeth Ann Rice

Leslie Wayne Harris, 84, of Westmoreland, Kansas, died Thursday, December 31, 2020, at the Wamego Health Center. &nbsp;He was a long-time member of the community.

Les was born on February 23, 1936, in Ida Grove, Iowa, the son of Leo Christopher and Amelia Martha (Wittmaack) Harris. &nbsp;He attended local schools and Atchison County Community High School all but his senior year. &nbsp;He graduated in Danbury, Iowa.

Les’s work was in construction and building maintenance. &nbsp;He enjoyed working on vehicles and fishing.

Les married Gwen Ann Plummer on August 22, 1959, in Westmoreland. &nbsp;She survives at their home.

Les is also survived by his daughter, Adena Harris of Rossville; other local survivors include Rory Steele, Hailey, Parker and Connor Steele; Bryan Harris (Chelsea), Hakan and Raefyn Harris; and numerous other family and friends. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Theodore Harris; and six siblings.

No public services are planned. &nbsp;Les will be inurned at the Westmoreland City Cemetery at a later date. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to the Ronald McDonald House, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Leslie Wayne Harris, 84, of Westmoreland, Kansas, died Thursday, December 31, 2020, at the Wamego Health Center. &nbsp;He was a long-time member of the community.Les was born on February 23, 1936, in Ida Grove, Iowa, the son of Leo Christopher and Amelia Martha (Wittmaack) Harris. &nbsp;He attended local schools and Atchison County Community High School all but his senior year. &nbsp;He graduated in Danbury, Iowa.Les’s work was in construction and building maintenance. &nbsp;He enjoyed working on vehicles and fishing.Les married Gwen Ann Plummer on August 22, 1959, in Westmoreland. &nbsp;She survives at their home.Les is also survived by his daughter, Adena Harris of Rossville; other local survivors include Rory Steele, Hailey, Parker and Connor Steele; Bryan Harris (Chelsea), Hakan and Raefyn Harris; and numerous other family and friends. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Theodore Harris; and six siblings.No public services are planned. &nbsp;Les will be inurned at the Westmoreland City Cemetery at a later date. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to the Ronald McDonald House, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Leslie Wayne Harris

John Charles Krisfaluzy, 72, of Onaga, Kansas, died Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at the Onaga Health and Rehab.  Inurnemtn is planned for a later date at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Manhattan.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John Charles Krisfaluzy, 72, of Onaga, Kansas, died Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at the Onaga Health and Rehab. Inurnemtn is planned for a later date at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Manhattan.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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