Gail Patrice Habluetzel, was born August 7, 1952 in Glen Cove, New York. She died November 23, 2020 in Newton, Kansas. Gail met and married her husband Danny Habluetzel in Clay Center, Kansas. They later moved to Haysville, Kansas. Gail worked as a Surgical Nurse at Wesley Medical Center for more than 20 years. She loved watching New York Giants football as well as the Kansas State Wildcats. She was an avid reader and loved cross stitch. She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; Joseph Kubick, Ruth Whittaker and Stepmother, Dorothy Pratch. She is survived by her son, Brian Habluetzel and wife, Krista and grandchildren, Nola and Thomas.

Graveside&nbsp;Services:&nbsp;Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS. The service will stream live at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live

Visitation:&nbsp;Tuesday, December 1, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Memorials:&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the American Diabetes Association or the Sedgwick County Zoo c/o the funeral home

Gail Patrice Habluetzel, was born August 7, 1952 in Glen Cove, New York. She died November 23, 2020 in Newton, Kansas. Gail met and married her husband Danny Habluetzel in Clay Center, Kansas. They later moved to Haysville, Kansas. Gail worked as a Surgical Nurse at Wesley Medical Center for more than 20 years. She loved watching New York Giants football as well as the Kansas State Wildcats. She was an avid reader and loved cross stitch. She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; Joseph Kubick, Ruth Whittaker and Stepmother, Dorothy Pratch. She is survived by her son, Brian Habluetzel and wife, Krista and grandchildren, Nola and Thomas.Graveside&nbsp;Services:&nbsp;Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS. The service will stream live at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/liveVisitation:&nbsp;Tuesday, December 1, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSMemorials:&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the American Diabetes Association or the Sedgwick County Zoo c/o the funeral home

Gail Patrice Habluetzel

Mary E. (Peddicord) Prickett, formerly of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 24, 2020 after a short and uneven contest with Covid-19. She left peacefully, though, as she was ready to go.

Mary was born on April 28, 1925, to Howard George [Jerry] and Emma Ellen (Rezac) Peddicord. Marygrew up on the family farm, just outside of Belvue, Kansas, with her younger brother, George Howard[Bud] Peddicord, and older sister, Ruth Ilene (Peddicord) Wise. The farm is still there, run by Mary’s nephew Buck, on land that Mary’s Great Grandmother, Mary Margaret (Bourbonnais) Dike, chose as her Pottawatomie tribal allotment in the decade after the Civil War.

Mary graduated from Wamego High School in 1943. After a brief try at wartime factory work that summer, Mary returned to help run her family’s farm, which she continued to do each summer through the war. She graduated from K-State with a degree in Home Economics and soon after married David Eugene Prickett, an architecture student who had served as a medic in some of the fiercest battles of WWII.

&nbsp;David and Mary might have met in 1929, at the dedication ceremony for the Marsh Arch Bridge crossing the Kansas River at Wamego, which was quite the event for both little kids. But the first time David Prickett remembered seeing Mary Peddicord was across the dance floor in college. That was it for him. She was the one, though he had to work hard to convince her of that fact. Mary was nothing if not independent and sure of her own mind.

Mary and David began their life together in Wamego, Kansas, living above a dry-cleaning shop. In 1952 they welcomed their beautiful daughter, Mary Sue. David’s professional life took them to Topeka, Kansas, where David designed several notable public buildings. He also designed their own family home, which they built together. This was the first of eight homes they built for themselves, each of which was a testament to teamwork. David was the dreamer. He could sit on a piece of land and see it all play out.&nbsp;Mary was the one who made sure the job got done. She was also the one with enough patience to pay careful attention to details, like finish carpentry and painting.

David retired early and the couple hit the road in a succession of smaller and smaller RVs, traveling all over the United States including several trips to Alaska. In the 1980’s they landed in Washington State, where they built two houses for themselves and one for their daughter. At sixty-something Mary was climbing on rafters, out-working most of the crew.

As a child Mary saw herself not just as a farm kid, but as a cowboy hero. She kept that up her entire life. From her friends at the Half-Moon one-room schoolhouse, to the animals on her family’s farm, to battered women seeking shelter in Topeka, to every single person she met, Mary was always a champion for those in need. She was brave and strong and elegant without overdoing it. She was practical, but always had room for a bit of art.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Mary Sue [Phrin] Prickett, and grandson, David Bowman Ross, as well as her niece Patricia Dorsey and two nephews, Don Wise and HG [Buck] Peddicord. Her loss will be felt as well by their families, her friends and the dozens of people she took under her wing.

Private burial services will be held Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in the Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Mary Prickett memorial fund to be designated later, and left in care of Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.&nbsp;

Mary E. (Peddicord) Prickett, formerly of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 24, 2020 after a short and uneven contest with Covid-19. She left peacefully, though, as she was ready to go.Mary was born on April 28, 1925, to Howard George [Jerry] and Emma Ellen (Rezac) Peddicord. Marygrew up on the family farm, just outside of Belvue, Kansas, with her younger brother, George Howard[Bud] Peddicord, and older sister, Ruth Ilene (Peddicord) Wise. The farm is still there, run by Mary’s nephew Buck, on land that Mary’s Great Grandmother, Mary Margaret (Bourbonnais) Dike, chose as her Pottawatomie tribal allotment in the decade after the Civil War.Mary graduated from Wamego High School in 1943. After a brief try at wartime factory work that summer, Mary returned to help run her family’s farm, which she continued to do each summer through the war. She graduated from K-State with a degree in Home Economics and soon after married David Eugene Prickett, an architecture student who had served as a medic in some of the fiercest battles of WWII.&nbsp;David and Mary might have met in 1929, at the dedication ceremony for the Marsh Arch Bridge crossing the Kansas River at Wamego, which was quite the event for both little kids. But the first time David Prickett remembered seeing Mary Peddicord was across the dance floor in college. That was it for him. She was the one, though he had to work hard to convince her of that fact. Mary was nothing if not independent and sure of her own mind.Mary and David began their life together in Wamego, Kansas, living above a dry-cleaning shop. In 1952 they welcomed their beautiful daughter, Mary Sue. David’s professional life took them to Topeka, Kansas, where David designed several notable public buildings. He also designed their own family home, which they built together. This was the first of eight homes they built for themselves, each of which was a testament to teamwork. David was the dreamer. He could sit on a piece of land and see it all play out.&nbsp;Mary was the one who made sure the job got done. She was also the one with enough patience to pay careful attention to details, like finish carpentry and painting.David retired early and the couple hit the road in a succession of smaller and smaller RVs, traveling all over the United States including several trips to Alaska. In the 1980’s they landed in Washington State, where they built two houses for themselves and one for their daughter. At sixty-something Mary was climbing on rafters, out-working most of the crew.As a child Mary saw herself not just as a farm kid, but as a cowboy hero. She kept that up her entire life. From her friends at the Half-Moon one-room schoolhouse, to the animals on her family’s farm, to battered women seeking shelter in Topeka, to every single person she met, Mary was always a champion for those in need. She was brave and strong and elegant without overdoing it. She was practical, but always had room for a bit of art.Mary is survived by her daughter, Mary Sue [Phrin] Prickett, and grandson, David Bowman Ross, as well as her niece Patricia Dorsey and two nephews, Don Wise and HG [Buck] Peddicord. Her loss will be felt as well by their families, her friends and the dozens of people she took under her wing.Private burial services will be held Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in the Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Mary Prickett memorial fund to be designated later, and left in care of Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.&nbsp;

Mary E. Prickett - April 28, 1925 - November 24, 2020

Donald J. Philippi (Don), 96, of Bushton, KS passed away, Monday, November 23, 2020 at Meadowlark Hills, Bramlage House where he was for two weeks, after a brief hospital stay at Via Christi. Donald received exemplary care by the caregivers and staff at Meadowlark. He was born April 14, 1924 in Home, Kansas the son of Bernell and Hazel Philippi. Donald saw Naval Service in WWII in 1943. While in the Navy he met the love of his life, Shirley Barleen and they married in Los Angeles, CA in May 1944. They made many amazing memories in their 64 years of marriage. After his military service, he farmed briefly. He then went to work for Northern Natural Gas Company and Hydrocarbon Transportation Division where he spent his career of over 30 plus years. Donald thoroughly enjoyed his retirement of 34 years with his beloved wife, family and friends. Don and Shirley loved spending summers in Colorado camping in their RV. During the time they spent in the mountains, they enjoyed visits from their family and would fish, raft and take in the beautiful scenery. Don had a passion for being outdoors, hunting and fishing year round. He always looked forward to spending time with friends and family, as well as his coffee group where he spent many mornings, “solving world problems”. Don was very knowledgeable about Dodge trucks and it was no surprise to those who knew him well, that he was one of the best customers at the local dealer. Even at the age of 95, he was one of their toughest negotiators. In the last few years of his life, Don took great joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived by his brother, Norman Philippi, son, Michael Philippi (Cheryl), daughter-in-law, Dianna Philippi, and three grandchildren: Renee Arensberg (Jim), Jamie Philippi (Karina), and Cody Philippi; and four great grandchildren: Bella Philippi, Aidan Arensberg, Kaya Philippi and Kenzi Philippi. Don was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Philippi, his son, Darrell Philippi, his parents, Bernell and Hazel Philippi, and his brother, Dwayne Philippi. Due to the pandemic, a private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, December 1 at 2:00 p.m., Clifton IOOF Cemetery, Clifton, KS. Respect Calls can be made on Monday, November 30 from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested to Bushton First Responders, Bushton, Kansas. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Donald J. Philippi (Don), 96, of Bushton, KS passed away, Monday, November 23, 2020 at Meadowlark Hills, Bramlage House where he was for two weeks, after a brief hospital stay at Via Christi. Donald received exemplary care by the caregivers and staff at Meadowlark. He was born April 14, 1924 in Home, Kansas the son of Bernell and Hazel Philippi. Donald saw Naval Service in WWII in 1943. While in the Navy he met the love of his life, Shirley Barleen and they married in Los Angeles, CA in May 1944. They made many amazing memories in their 64 years of marriage. After his military service, he farmed briefly. He then went to work for Northern Natural Gas Company and Hydrocarbon Transportation Division where he spent his career of over 30 plus years. Donald thoroughly enjoyed his retirement of 34 years with his beloved wife, family and friends. Don and Shirley loved spending summers in Colorado camping in their RV. During the time they spent in the mountains, they enjoyed visits from their family and would fish, raft and take in the beautiful scenery. Don had a passion for being outdoors, hunting and fishing year round. He always looked forward to spending time with friends and family, as well as his coffee group where he spent many mornings, “solving world problems”. Don was very knowledgeable about Dodge trucks and it was no surprise to those who knew him well, that he was one of the best customers at the local dealer. Even at the age of 95, he was one of their toughest negotiators. In the last few years of his life, Don took great joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived by his brother, Norman Philippi, son, Michael Philippi (Cheryl), daughter-in-law, Dianna Philippi, and three grandchildren: Renee Arensberg (Jim), Jamie Philippi (Karina), and Cody Philippi; and four great grandchildren: Bella Philippi, Aidan Arensberg, Kaya Philippi and Kenzi Philippi. Don was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Philippi, his son, Darrell Philippi, his parents, Bernell and Hazel Philippi, and his brother, Dwayne Philippi. Due to the pandemic, a private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, December 1 at 2:00 p.m., Clifton IOOF Cemetery, Clifton, KS. Respect Calls can be made on Monday, November 30 from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested to Bushton First Responders, Bushton, Kansas. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Donald J. Philippi

Felix Alfonzo Vinson, 49, of Junction City, KS, passed away Sunday, November 22nd, in Junction City, Kansas. Visitation will be held Thursday, December, 4th, at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation between the hours of 6-8 PM. Funeral Service will be held on Friday at The New Church of the Living God in Junction City at 2&nbsp; &nbsp;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, 49, of Junction City, KS, passed away Sunday, November 22nd, in Junction City, Kansas. Visitation will be held Thursday, December, 4th, at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation between the hours of 6-8 PM. Funeral Service will be held on Friday at The New Church of the Living God in Junction City at 2&nbsp; &nbsp;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

Delores Hazel Junod “DeDe” was born on a farm “Woodpecker Ranch” near Onaga, Kansas on October 10, 1931. Delores was the first born in the family, followed by five more siblings, to Henry Paul and Hazel Elizabeth (Franz) Junod. Delores was a lifelong Kansas native.&nbsp; She attended Centralia School, Centralia, Kansas. In 1951 Delores was employed by Beech Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas for 15 years. Here by chance she met William “Gene” Bowser, another Beech employee. Oddly enough, or was it fate, their original upbringing, ages, and background history was very similar – enough so that they were married 63 years ago, on March 16, 1957, in Wichita, Kansas. In 1961 farm acreage near Burns, Kansas became available and they became residents. In 1966 daughter Charissa Ann Bowser was born. Then in 1979 another relative, her nephew, Jeffrey R. Junod became a family member.

 Delores was then employed as a do everything person. Cooking, facility upkeep, cleaning, and etc. for 23 years for the USD 398 Burns School System. She retired from her position in 1995. She was baptized and often attended the Cornerstone Church in Burns, Kansas. She loved Jesus and deeply believed in the hereafter. In her retirement years she kept busy with the many projects that rural farm family management requires.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Maurice Junod and a sister, Barbara Walker. After these 89+ years of life’s trials and tribulations, Delores passed away peacefully surrounded by her family due to complications from cancer on Tuesday, November 24, 2020. You can only say, “Well done, DeDe.”

Her loving family includes her husband, Gene; a daughter, Charissa Sutton of Douglass, Kansas; nephew, Jeff Junod of Burns, Kansas; two grandchildren, Jonathan Sutton of Douglass, Kansas and Victoria Sutton of Burns, Kansas; two sisters, Margaret Smith of Houston, Texas, Caroline (Robert) Unruh of Bella Vista, Arkansas; a brother, Robert Junod of Wichita, Kansas and many friends and neighbors.

Due to Covid 19 restrictions, a private family visitation and funeral will be held at the Lamb Funeral Home. Interment will take place at the Pleasant Center Cemetery for family only.

Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Cornerstone Church, Burns, Kansas in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Delores Hazel Junod “DeDe” was born on a farm “Woodpecker Ranch” near Onaga, Kansas on October 10, 1931. Delores was the first born in the family, followed by five more siblings, to Henry Paul and Hazel Elizabeth (Franz) Junod. Delores was a lifelong Kansas native.&nbsp; She attended Centralia School, Centralia, Kansas. In 1951 Delores was employed by Beech Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas for 15 years. Here by chance she met William “Gene” Bowser, another Beech employee. Oddly enough, or was it fate, their original upbringing, ages, and background history was very similar – enough so that they were married 63 years ago, on March 16, 1957, in Wichita, Kansas. In 1961 farm acreage near Burns, Kansas became available and they became residents. In 1966 daughter Charissa Ann Bowser was born. Then in 1979 another relative, her nephew, Jeffrey R. Junod became a family member. Delores was then employed as a do everything person. Cooking, facility upkeep, cleaning, and etc. for 23 years for the USD 398 Burns School System. She retired from her position in 1995. She was baptized and often attended the Cornerstone Church in Burns, Kansas. She loved Jesus and deeply believed in the hereafter. In her retirement years she kept busy with the many projects that rural farm family management requires.She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Maurice Junod and a sister, Barbara Walker. After these 89+ years of life’s trials and tribulations, Delores passed away peacefully surrounded by her family due to complications from cancer on Tuesday, November 24, 2020. You can only say, “Well done, DeDe.”Her loving family includes her husband, Gene; a daughter, Charissa Sutton of Douglass, Kansas; nephew, Jeff Junod of Burns, Kansas; two grandchildren, Jonathan Sutton of Douglass, Kansas and Victoria Sutton of Burns, Kansas; two sisters, Margaret Smith of Houston, Texas, Caroline (Robert) Unruh of Bella Vista, Arkansas; a brother, Robert Junod of Wichita, Kansas and many friends and neighbors.Due to Covid 19 restrictions, a private family visitation and funeral will be held at the Lamb Funeral Home. Interment will take place at the Pleasant Center Cemetery for family only.Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Cornerstone Church, Burns, Kansas in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Delores Hazel (Junod) Bowser - October 10, 1931-November 24, 2020 (age 89)

Gail's life began on February 26, 1936 in rural Delavan.  He was the son of Zora "Joker" and Margaret (Sorenson) Burns.  Gail graduated from Wilsey High School in 1954 and went onto Emporia State Teacher's College to further his education.  He was united in marriage to the former Carol Say on June 23, 1957 at the Wilsey Christian Church.  Gail worked for a short time as a disc jockey in Tennessee and later returned home to the farm where he farmed with his father and later his own family.  His true passion was music, and he was in many groups but most notably his band the BJ- 4 Four which played around the region performing Country and Western, Western Swing &amp; old Standards for many years.  Gail was a bass guitar player, sang vocals and played many string instruments.  He was very fond of his Boston bulldog Rambo and especially his life of music and agriculture.

  Gail's greatest joy was his family which includes his wife of 63 years Carol of Delavan; children Dylan (LeAnn) Burns of Edmund, OK, Victor (Gail) Burns of Lincolnville, Doyle (Pam) Burns of Wichita and Vicki (Jason ) Wolf of Medora; grandchildren Tyler Burns, Natalie ( Alex) Marks, Travis (Kayla) Burns, Bridgette (Jesse) Hamm, Jesse Crump, Katie Burns, Dusty Wolf and Dakota Wolf; great grandchildren Ruby Marks, Sawyer Hamm, Chev Reimer, and Braxton Wolf; brother Everett Burns and several nieces and nephews.

  Gail passed away at his home on November 23, 2020.  He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Bernard Burns and great granddaughter Brylee Burns. 

 His family will gather with friends from 4-8 p.m. today at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington where his funeral service will be held on Saturday (November 28)&nbsp; at 1 p.m. led by Pastor Clarence Summer.  Gail will be laid to rest in Delavan Cemetery.  Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp;

Gail's life began on February 26, 1936 in rural Delavan. He was the son of Zora "Joker" and Margaret (Sorenson) Burns. Gail graduated from Wilsey High School in 1954 and went onto Emporia State Teacher's College to further his education. He was united in marriage to the former Carol Say on June 23, 1957 at the Wilsey Christian Church. Gail worked for a short time as a disc jockey in Tennessee and later returned home to the farm where he farmed with his father and later his own family. His true passion was music, and he was in many groups but most notably his band the BJ- 4 Four which played around the region performing Country and Western, Western Swing &amp; old Standards for many years. Gail was a bass guitar player, sang vocals and played many string instruments. He was very fond of his Boston bulldog Rambo and especially his life of music and agriculture. Gail's greatest joy was his family which includes his wife of 63 years Carol of Delavan; children Dylan (LeAnn) Burns of Edmund, OK, Victor (Gail) Burns of Lincolnville, Doyle (Pam) Burns of Wichita and Vicki (Jason ) Wolf of Medora; grandchildren Tyler Burns, Natalie ( Alex) Marks, Travis (Kayla) Burns, Bridgette (Jesse) Hamm, Jesse Crump, Katie Burns, Dusty Wolf and Dakota Wolf; great grandchildren Ruby Marks, Sawyer Hamm, Chev Reimer, and Braxton Wolf; brother Everett Burns and several nieces and nephews. Gail passed away at his home on November 23, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Bernard Burns and great granddaughter Brylee Burns. His family will gather with friends from 4-8 p.m. today at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington where his funeral service will be held on Saturday (November 28)&nbsp; at 1 p.m. led by Pastor Clarence Summer. Gail will be laid to rest in Delavan Cemetery. Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp;

Gail C. Burns - February 26, 1936-November 23, 2020 (age 84)

Paul Kidwell, 92, of Clay Center, died Thursday, November 19, 2020 at his residence.&nbsp; He was born on March 17, 1928 at Mentor, Kansas, the son of Thomas E. and Viola E. (Conley) Kidwell.&nbsp; Paul moved to Clay Center in 1936 with his family.&nbsp; He graduated from CCCHS in 1947.&nbsp; Paul served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.&nbsp; He married Donna Webb on May 7, 1950 and she preceded him in death on November 20, 2015.&nbsp; Paul owned and operated Kidwell Oil and Kidwell Liquor from 1963 until 2001.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W. and was a charter member of the Clay Center Elks Lodge.&nbsp;

He is also preceded in death by his parents; brother, Thomas; 3 sisters, Phyllis Moe, Ester Moede, Genevieve Siebold and daughter in-law, Charlotte Kidwell.

Son: Michael Kidwell of Clay Center, Kansas

Son: Randy and wife Jeanette Kidwell of Clay Center, Kansas

6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren

Graveside Services:&nbsp; 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 30, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.

The service will stream&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live</a>

Visitation:&nbsp;Sunday, November 29, 2020 from 2-5 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Meadowlark Hospice or Clay Center Covenant Church c/o the funeral home

Paul Kidwell, 92, of Clay Center, died Thursday, November 19, 2020 at his residence.&nbsp; He was born on March 17, 1928 at Mentor, Kansas, the son of Thomas E. and Viola E. (Conley) Kidwell.&nbsp; Paul moved to Clay Center in 1936 with his family.&nbsp; He graduated from CCCHS in 1947.&nbsp; Paul served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.&nbsp; He married Donna Webb on May 7, 1950 and she preceded him in death on November 20, 2015.&nbsp; Paul owned and operated Kidwell Oil and Kidwell Liquor from 1963 until 2001.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W. and was a charter member of the Clay Center Elks Lodge.&nbsp;He is also preceded in death by his parents; brother, Thomas; 3 sisters, Phyllis Moe, Ester Moede, Genevieve Siebold and daughter in-law, Charlotte Kidwell.Survivors:Son: Michael Kidwell of Clay Center, KansasSon: Tom Kidwell of Lawrence, KansasSon: Randy and wife Jeanette Kidwell of Clay Center, Kansas6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildrenGraveside Services:&nbsp; 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 30, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.The service will stream&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live</a>Minister:&nbsp;Pastor Brad MannVisitation:&nbsp;Sunday, November 29, 2020 from 2-5 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KansasMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Meadowlark Hospice or Clay Center Covenant Church c/o the funeral home

Paul Kidwell

Richard (Dick) Bruce Osborne, 88, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family Sunday, November 22, 2020 in Enterprise, KS. He was born June 23, 1932 in Winona to Allan and Margaret (Brose) Osborne and graduated from Winona High&nbsp; in 1951.

On September 12, 1954 Dick married his high school sweetheart Pattie Ann Olmstead. Dick and Pattie made their home in Winona and had three daughters. Cathie, born in 1956, was sickly from birth, became the first diagnosed case of Cystic Fibrosis in Winona at age 3, and died at age 5. After graduation, Dick went on to serve in the US Air Force from 1951 to 1955 where he was a vehicle mechanic. He joined the Winona Fire Department and served the City of Winona for 38 years. Dick retired as Captain of the Winona Fire Department. For many years Dick also worked part time for Hauser Art Glass &nbsp;ompany. Dick was a frequent volunteer at Winona Health and the local food shelf.

After retirement Dick enjoyed breakfast with the fireman, fishing in the lake and river, riding his scooter around town and spending time with family. In 2016 Dick moved to Kansas to live with his daughter Tami and family.

Dick is survived by daughters Tami (Klaire) Keller of Abilene, KS and Terri (Baird) Johnson of Eden Prairie, MN; five grandchildren, Kelsey (Chad) Briand, Charlie Keller and Rachelle, Charlotte, and Nicolette Johnson; a great granddaughter Kynsley Briand. Dick is further survived by nieces and nephews.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents, wife Pattie, daughter Cathie, brother Alan Jr., sister-in-law Mae and brother-in-law Richard.

A celebration of life will be planned for a later date in Winona. Details will be posted in the Winona Daily News.

To send condolences or to share memories with the family, please go to https://www.martinbeckercarlson.com/

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Attn: Team Dick Osborne, PO Box 6686, Harrisburg, PA 17112 or by visiting https://give.cff.org/tribute/DickOsborne?tab=MyInfo#/add May his memory be a blessing.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard (Dick) Bruce Osborne, 88, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family Sunday, November 22, 2020 in Enterprise, KS. He was born June 23, 1932 in Winona to Allan and Margaret (Brose) Osborne and graduated from Winona High&nbsp; in 1951. On September 12, 1954 Dick married his high school sweetheart Pattie Ann Olmstead. Dick and Pattie made their home in Winona and had three daughters. Cathie, born in 1956, was sickly from birth, became the first diagnosed case of Cystic Fibrosis in Winona at age 3, and died at age 5. After graduation, Dick went on to serve in the US Air Force from 1951 to 1955 where he was a vehicle mechanic. He joined the Winona Fire Department and served the City of Winona for 38 years. Dick retired as Captain of the Winona Fire Department. For many years Dick also worked part time for Hauser Art Glass &nbsp;ompany. Dick was a frequent volunteer at Winona Health and the local food shelf. After retirement Dick enjoyed breakfast with the fireman, fishing in the lake and river, riding his scooter around town and spending time with family. In 2016 Dick moved to Kansas to live with his daughter Tami and family. Dick is survived by daughters Tami (Klaire) Keller of Abilene, KS and Terri (Baird) Johnson of Eden Prairie, MN; five grandchildren, Kelsey (Chad) Briand, Charlie Keller and Rachelle, Charlotte, and Nicolette Johnson; a great granddaughter Kynsley Briand. Dick is further survived by nieces and nephews. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, wife Pattie, daughter Cathie, brother Alan Jr., sister-in-law Mae and brother-in-law Richard. A celebration of life will be planned for a later date in Winona. Details will be posted in the Winona Daily News. To send condolences or to share memories with the family, please go to https://www.martinbeckercarlson.com/ In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Attn: Team Dick Osborne, PO Box 6686, Harrisburg, PA 17112 or by visiting https://give.cff.org/tribute/DickOsborne?tab=MyInfo#/add May his memory be a blessing.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard (Dick) Bruce Osborne

Edith May Anderson, 83 of Abilene passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020. She was born March 17, 1937, the daughter of Delbert and Bernita (Johnston) Long. On December 24, 1953 she was united in marriage to Carl B. “Bud” Anderson in Clay Center. He preceded her in death December 13, 1997.

Edith worked at the Abilene Middle School as a custodian for 26 years while also raising her five children. She was a member of the Abilene Eagles Club. She enjoyed bowling and playing marbles or cards with her family though she was known to be competitive. Edith is survived by her children: James Anderson (Linda); Ivan “Butch” Anderson (Joan); John Anderson (Julie); Norma Mascareno; and Carla Mitchell (Andy). One brother, Dale Long and a sister Shirley Alstrom (Sam). Eleven grandchildren and numerous great and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Carl and three siblings.

The family has chosen cremation.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will take place at Detroit Cemetery. A public celebration of life will take place for family and friends at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Edith Anderson Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Edith May Anderson, 83 of Abilene passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020. She was born March 17, 1937, the daughter of Delbert and Bernita (Johnston) Long. On December 24, 1953 she was united in marriage to Carl B. “Bud” Anderson in Clay Center. He preceded her in death December 13, 1997. Edith worked at the Abilene Middle School as a custodian for 26 years while also raising her five children. She was a member of the Abilene Eagles Club. She enjoyed bowling and playing marbles or cards with her family though she was known to be competitive. Edith is survived by her children: James Anderson (Linda); Ivan “Butch” Anderson (Joan); John Anderson (Julie); Norma Mascareno; and Carla Mitchell (Andy). One brother, Dale Long and a sister Shirley Alstrom (Sam). Eleven grandchildren and numerous great and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Carl and three siblings. The family has chosen cremation.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will take place at Detroit Cemetery. A public celebration of life will take place for family and friends at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to the Edith Anderson Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Edith May Anderson

Kenneth R. Piper, age 90, died on Saturday November 14, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital, Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on May 6, 1930 in Manhattan, Kansas the son of James B. and Hattie E. (Dewey) Piper. Kenneth graduated from St. George High School, St. George, Kansas. He worked as a carpenter in construction for the Lundin Brothers for over 50 years &amp; helped build the Plaza West Apartments. On August 4, 1978, he was united in marriage to Betty J. Dickson-Oppenlander. She preceded him in death on November 28, 1997. Kenneth enjoyed playing Dominos, cards and following all Kansas State sports. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; 5 brothers: Jack, James, Donald, Frank and Leland; 5 sisters: Martha Hyde, Dorothy Fair, Hazel Fair, Mildred Area and Thelma Soupene. Survivors include 2 step-daughters: Carol Latschar of Verona, MO and Nancy K. Petty of Cassville, MO; 2 step-grandsons: Greg and Justin Latschar along with many nieces, nephews and other family members. There will be no future services. Private inurnment will be at a later date in the Valley View Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth R. Piper, age 90, died on Saturday November 14, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital, Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on May 6, 1930 in Manhattan, Kansas the son of James B. and Hattie E. (Dewey) Piper. Kenneth graduated from St. George High School, St. George, Kansas. He worked as a carpenter in construction for the Lundin Brothers for over 50 years &amp; helped build the Plaza West Apartments. On August 4, 1978, he was united in marriage to Betty J. Dickson-Oppenlander. She preceded him in death on November 28, 1997. Kenneth enjoyed playing Dominos, cards and following all Kansas State sports. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; 5 brothers: Jack, James, Donald, Frank and Leland; 5 sisters: Martha Hyde, Dorothy Fair, Hazel Fair, Mildred Area and Thelma Soupene. Survivors include 2 step-daughters: Carol Latschar of Verona, MO and Nancy K. Petty of Cassville, MO; 2 step-grandsons: Greg and Justin Latschar along with many nieces, nephews and other family members. There will be no future services. Private inurnment will be at a later date in the Valley View Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth R. Piper

Billy Chet Swofford died Friday, November 20, 2020 in Manhattan, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Evelyn (Bright) Swofford. Billy was born on September 29, 1936 in Ray County Missouri. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane (Noll) Swofford; a son, Mark Swofford (Deann) of Olathe, KS; a daughter, Kelly Stephens (Jim) of Overbrook, KS; and a sister, Judith Swofford of Prairie Village, KS. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Abby Rhodes, Columbia MO; Kristen (Justin)) Keller, Platte City, MO; Morgan Swofford, Leavenworth, KS; Aaron Swofford, Ottawa, KS; Emily Stephens, Kansas City, MO, and two great-grandchildren, Felix and Margot Hudson of Columbia, MO. Billy attended many schools across the midwest until as a sophomore his parents bought a farm near Richmond, MO. In high school, Billy took part in every sport offered. He was first baseman for several teams, quarterback for Richmond football team, and guard on the basketball team. He continued to play on softball teams til in his 40’s. He was elected to many organizations and offices. He attended Boys State in 1953; was a member of Band, yearbook editor, Key Club, DeMolay, and represented Richmond at a National Key Club convention. He won a National Honor Society scholarship and entered the University of Missouri the next Fall. While there he and Jane were married and their children were born. He received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. The Boeing Airplane Company of Wichita interviewed him just before graduation and offered him employment as a Technical Writer. The family moved to the suburb of Derby where he was soon coaching a Little League baseball team. After joining the Derby Jaycees, he became interested in city government and was elected to three two-year terms as City Councilman, and was named President of the Council. During this time he was active in Jaycees and served as President of the Derby Jaycees, State Vice President, State Treasurer, and State Chaplain. He was an ordained Elder and Trustee of the First Presbyterian Church of Derby; taught Sunday school, sang in the choir and served as liturgist at Sunday services for several years. After their children were in college, Jane and Bill moved to a home with five acres of land, outside the city limits of Derby. They had two stocked ponds, fruit trees, pecan trees, and Bill had his much desired huge garden. Billy was promoted to many positions over his 32 years with Boeing. At his retirement, he was Program Manager of B-52 Systems. He took early retirement at 55. He and Jane bought a home on the City Lake of Council Grove, KS. He continued to serve his community by spending most days maintaining several miles of roadway on one side of the lake and planting flower beds at four entrances to the park. He devoted more than 15 years and three John Deere tractors to this labor of love. They moved into town in 2002, where he created several large beds of hybrid daylilys and a large vegetable garden, keeping the local Senior Center well stocked. In 2016, they moved to an Independent Living cottage at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, where they both enjoyed the activities and new friends. He always enjoyed hunting pheasant and quail with his father from a very young age and continued the tradition of an annual trip to NW Kansas with family and friends for forty years. He never willingly missed a chance to donate blood since college days and was happy to know that the American Red Cross came regularly to Meadowlark. He was so pleased that he was able to reach the 23 gallon donor milestone while living there. He was a cherished husband, father and grandfather and will be sadly missed by his family. At his behest, there will be no public service. Memorials suggested to The Meadowlark Foundation to benefit the Good Samaritan Fund in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Billy Chet Swofford died Friday, November 20, 2020 in Manhattan, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Evelyn (Bright) Swofford. Billy was born on September 29, 1936 in Ray County Missouri. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane (Noll) Swofford; a son, Mark Swofford (Deann) of Olathe, KS; a daughter, Kelly Stephens (Jim) of Overbrook, KS; and a sister, Judith Swofford of Prairie Village, KS. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Abby Rhodes, Columbia MO; Kristen (Justin)) Keller, Platte City, MO; Morgan Swofford, Leavenworth, KS; Aaron Swofford, Ottawa, KS; Emily Stephens, Kansas City, MO, and two great-grandchildren, Felix and Margot Hudson of Columbia, MO. Billy attended many schools across the midwest until as a sophomore his parents bought a farm near Richmond, MO. In high school, Billy took part in every sport offered. He was first baseman for several teams, quarterback for Richmond football team, and guard on the basketball team. He continued to play on softball teams til in his 40’s. He was elected to many organizations and offices. He attended Boys State in 1953; was a member of Band, yearbook editor, Key Club, DeMolay, and represented Richmond at a National Key Club convention. He won a National Honor Society scholarship and entered the University of Missouri the next Fall. While there he and Jane were married and their children were born. He received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. The Boeing Airplane Company of Wichita interviewed him just before graduation and offered him employment as a Technical Writer. The family moved to the suburb of Derby where he was soon coaching a Little League baseball team. After joining the Derby Jaycees, he became interested in city government and was elected to three two-year terms as City Councilman, and was named President of the Council. During this time he was active in Jaycees and served as President of the Derby Jaycees, State Vice President, State Treasurer, and State Chaplain. He was an ordained Elder and Trustee of the First Presbyterian Church of Derby; taught Sunday school, sang in the choir and served as liturgist at Sunday services for several years. After their children were in college, Jane and Bill moved to a home with five acres of land, outside the city limits of Derby. They had two stocked ponds, fruit trees, pecan trees, and Bill had his much desired huge garden. Billy was promoted to many positions over his 32 years with Boeing. At his retirement, he was Program Manager of B-52 Systems. He took early retirement at 55. He and Jane bought a home on the City Lake of Council Grove, KS. He continued to serve his community by spending most days maintaining several miles of roadway on one side of the lake and planting flower beds at four entrances to the park. He devoted more than 15 years and three John Deere tractors to this labor of love. They moved into town in 2002, where he created several large beds of hybrid daylilys and a large vegetable garden, keeping the local Senior Center well stocked. In 2016, they moved to an Independent Living cottage at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, where they both enjoyed the activities and new friends. He always enjoyed hunting pheasant and quail with his father from a very young age and continued the tradition of an annual trip to NW Kansas with family and friends for forty years. He never willingly missed a chance to donate blood since college days and was happy to know that the American Red Cross came regularly to Meadowlark. He was so pleased that he was able to reach the 23 gallon donor milestone while living there. He was a cherished husband, father and grandfather and will be sadly missed by his family. At his behest, there will be no public service. Memorials suggested to The Meadowlark Foundation to benefit the Good Samaritan Fund in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Billy Chet Swofford

Jimmy Lee (Jim) Rich, 58, of Junction City, KS passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020. Jim was born in Phoenix, AZ on November 7, 1962 to Jo Carol (Carter) Rich, Joseph Dean Rich. He grew up in Brighton, Iowa, later moving to Pleasant Plain, Iowa. He graduated from Fairfield High School Class of 1980. On September 28, 1985 Jim married the love of his life Nancy (Altenhofen) Rich, in Pleasant Plain Iowa. He served in the U.S. Army as a Sgt, and fought in Desert Storm. While in the Military Jim worked as a Combat Medic, helping to save the lives of injured soldiers. He was very proud to serve his country. After getting out of the Military Jim worked as a mechanic until his retirement. Jim is survived by his wife Nancy Rich, his two sons David (Kimberly) Rich and his grandson Carter Dean Rich of Junction City, KS; and Ryan Burns, of Washington, Iowa, his mother Jo Rich of Kintia, OK, his half sister Kim Smith. He is preceded in death by his Father, and his twin brother Billy Rich. There will be a graveside service on Wednesday December 2, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., at the Kansas Veteran's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Accord Hospice, the American Cancer Society, or the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jimmy Lee (Jim) Rich, 58, of Junction City, KS passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020. Jim was born in Phoenix, AZ on November 7, 1962 to Jo Carol (Carter) Rich, Joseph Dean Rich. He grew up in Brighton, Iowa, later moving to Pleasant Plain, Iowa. He graduated from Fairfield High School Class of 1980. On September 28, 1985 Jim married the love of his life Nancy (Altenhofen) Rich, in Pleasant Plain Iowa. He served in the U.S. Army as a Sgt, and fought in Desert Storm. While in the Military Jim worked as a Combat Medic, helping to save the lives of injured soldiers. He was very proud to serve his country. After getting out of the Military Jim worked as a mechanic until his retirement. Jim is survived by his wife Nancy Rich, his two sons David (Kimberly) Rich and his grandson Carter Dean Rich of Junction City, KS; and Ryan Burns, of Washington, Iowa, his mother Jo Rich of Kintia, OK, his half sister Kim Smith. He is preceded in death by his Father, and his twin brother Billy Rich. There will be a graveside service on Wednesday December 2, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., at the Kansas Veteran's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Accord Hospice, the American Cancer Society, or the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jimmy Lee (Jim) Rich

Robert Richard Dittman, age 96, formerly of White City, Kansas, passed away November 19, 2020 at the Herington Municipal Hospital.

He was born September 19, 1924 in Manhattan, Kansas to Ben and Pauline (Kietzman) Dittman. Bob married June&nbsp;&nbsp; on October 19, 1945.&nbsp; They had two children Karyl and Laryl.&nbsp;

Bob attended the Lutheran Church and was a member of The Eagles Lodge in Junction City. He retired from working at the Mor-Kan Grain Elevator and then helped Junior Hultgren move houses.&nbsp; He enjoyed the times he and his family spent at their cabin at Council Grove City Lake. &nbsp;He also enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved spending time with his family, especially his three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife June, son Laryl, and siblings Kathryn, Charles and Marguarite. He is survived by his daughter Karyl Osbourn; grandchildren: Brian, Justin and Ronnie and cousins. &nbsp;

A private graveside service will be held at the White City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Robert Richard Dittman, age 96, formerly of White City, Kansas, passed away November 19, 2020 at the Herington Municipal Hospital.He was born September 19, 1924 in Manhattan, Kansas to Ben and Pauline (Kietzman) Dittman. Bob married June&nbsp;&nbsp; on October 19, 1945.&nbsp; They had two children Karyl and Laryl.&nbsp;Bob attended the Lutheran Church and was a member of The Eagles Lodge in Junction City. He retired from working at the Mor-Kan Grain Elevator and then helped Junior Hultgren move houses.&nbsp; He enjoyed the times he and his family spent at their cabin at Council Grove City Lake. &nbsp;He also enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved spending time with his family, especially his three grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife June, son Laryl, and siblings Kathryn, Charles and Marguarite. He is survived by his daughter Karyl Osbourn; grandchildren: Brian, Justin and Ronnie and cousins. &nbsp;A private graveside service will be held at the White City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Robert Richard Dittman

Dominik A. "Tom" Bucher, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Cremation has taken place. No memorial services are planned at this time. Dominik was born one of fifteen children on December 22, 1935, in Wolhusen, Switzerland the son of Albert and Anna (Haldi) Bucher. In Switzerland, Dominik served an apprenticeship and learned the craft of cabinetmaking. After moving to the United States in 1959, he worked for a cabinetmaker in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was drafted into the United States Army. In the Army, he played the french horn in the Army Band. One of his highlights, was playing for President John F. Kennedy. During his Army career, he earned his United States Citizenship. After serving in the United States Army and being stationed at Ft.Riley, he made Junction City, KS his home. During his time in Junction City, he worked various jobs. He was the manager at Mobil Traveler for many years. During his time at Mobil Traveler, he met and married the love of his life Marianne Lettenbauer. They married February 16, 1971. He also owned and operated his rental business along with his wife Marianne. He attended St. Xavier Catholic Church. Other survivors left to mourn his loss are his three sons, Wolfgang, Robert and Dominik, Jr.; one daughter, Dominique and her husband Brian. All children live in the Geary County area. He is also survived by three grandchildren and several siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dominik A. "Tom" Bucher, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Cremation has taken place. No memorial services are planned at this time. Dominik was born one of fifteen children on December 22, 1935, in Wolhusen, Switzerland the son of Albert and Anna (Haldi) Bucher. In Switzerland, Dominik served an apprenticeship and learned the craft of cabinetmaking. After moving to the United States in 1959, he worked for a cabinetmaker in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was drafted into the United States Army. In the Army, he played the french horn in the Army Band. One of his highlights, was playing for President John F. Kennedy. During his Army career, he earned his United States Citizenship. After serving in the United States Army and being stationed at Ft.Riley, he made Junction City, KS his home. During his time in Junction City, he worked various jobs. He was the manager at Mobil Traveler for many years. During his time at Mobil Traveler, he met and married the love of his life Marianne Lettenbauer. They married February 16, 1971. He also owned and operated his rental business along with his wife Marianne. He attended St. Xavier Catholic Church. Other survivors left to mourn his loss are his three sons, Wolfgang, Robert and Dominik, Jr.; one daughter, Dominique and her husband Brian. All children live in the Geary County area. He is also survived by three grandchildren and several siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dominik A. "Tom" Bucher

Tina Webb, 75, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2020 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; A private graveside service will take place at Highland Cemetery with Reverend Rex Matney officiating. Tina was born in Bad Tölz Germany on June 15, 1945, a beautiful town in Bavaria that she spoke of often. She was a loving daughter of her beloved mother, Anna Stephan. Tina had 5 siblings, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Tina married the love of her life SFC Francis R. Webb, who preceded her in death in 1979. One of Tina's favorite things to do was share her love story about Frank to family and friends. She was immensely proud of her husband. She was honored to be a military wife to a war hero and always shared endearing memories of her life with Frank. When asked why she never remarried she would reply “I had the best husband in the world, no man could ever compare to him.” https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/5413

Tina worked at Footlocker in Junction City for over twenty years. Her hobbies and interests were focused around her family. She was a magnificent cook and enjoyed serving homemade German meals, cakes, pastries, and cookies to family and friends. Her favorite hobby was planting beautiful German window box flowers outside of her home and decorating her house in the Bavarian style. Tina made everything beautiful. She enjoyed cross stitching as she listened to festive German music. She was extremely proud of being a homemaker and loving wife. She provided her family with a warm, caring home. Tina's pride and joy were her grandchildren. "Omi" as she was affectionately called, enjoyed attending all of her grandchildren's sporting events and dance recitals, never missing a single event. She was a vital, active part of raising them. The memories she created will never be forgotten.

Tina was preceded in death by her husband Francis R. Webb, and her son Norbert Webb. She is survived by her daughter Manuela Webb-Mathis and her husband Chris Mathis, and two grandchildren, Madeline Francine Wheeler-Mathis and Nicholas Jerry Mathis.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tina Webb, 75, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2020 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; A private graveside service will take place at Highland Cemetery with Reverend Rex Matney officiating. Tina was born in Bad Tölz Germany on June 15, 1945, a beautiful town in Bavaria that she spoke of often. She was a loving daughter of her beloved mother, Anna Stephan. Tina had 5 siblings, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Tina married the love of her life SFC Francis R. Webb, who preceded her in death in 1979. One of Tina's favorite things to do was share her love story about Frank to family and friends. She was immensely proud of her husband. She was honored to be a military wife to a war hero and always shared endearing memories of her life with Frank. When asked why she never remarried she would reply “I had the best husband in the world, no man could ever compare to him.” https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/5413 Tina worked at Footlocker in Junction City for over twenty years. Her hobbies and interests were focused around her family. She was a magnificent cook and enjoyed serving homemade German meals, cakes, pastries, and cookies to family and friends. Her favorite hobby was planting beautiful German window box flowers outside of her home and decorating her house in the Bavarian style. Tina made everything beautiful. She enjoyed cross stitching as she listened to festive German music. She was extremely proud of being a homemaker and loving wife. She provided her family with a warm, caring home. Tina's pride and joy were her grandchildren. "Omi" as she was affectionately called, enjoyed attending all of her grandchildren's sporting events and dance recitals, never missing a single event. She was a vital, active part of raising them. The memories she created will never be forgotten. Tina was preceded in death by her husband Francis R. Webb, and her son Norbert Webb. She is survived by her daughter Manuela Webb-Mathis and her husband Chris Mathis, and two grandchildren, Madeline Francine Wheeler-Mathis and Nicholas Jerry Mathis.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tina Webb

Gary D. Deitrick, 90, of Junction City, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at Fort Riley Cemetery. For those that would like to attend, please meet at the Johnson Funeral Home by 10:15 am. All cars will go in procession to cemetery. Pastor Ronnie Roberts will officiate. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to ASPCA, Salvation Army or to the Friends of Animals in Junction City. Gary was born January 15, 1930, in Junction City, KS, the son of Marvin and Elizabeth (Vetsch) Deitrick. Gary grew up in Junction City, KS with his eleven siblings. He graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1948. After graduating from high school, he went to work for Hubbard Construction Company before enlisting in the Air Force in 1950. During his twenty one years of service in the Air Force, he served in Africa, Germany, Guam,Thailand and Vietnam. During his Air Force career, he was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal December 30, 1965, the Air Force Commendation First Oak Leaf Cluster August 17, 1966 and The Airman's Medal September 21, 1966. He retired from the United States Air Force in 1970. After his retirement from the Air Force, he worked for R&amp;R Developers as a painter. Gary was a very devoted and generous man. He donated to several charities including Muscular Dystrophy Association, Billy Graham, Disabled American Veterans and Easter Seals. Gary also sponsored several children through World Vision and saw several of his children graduate. It was during Gary's first tour in Germany when he met and married his wife Helga on July 7, 1954. Other survivors left to mourn his loss are four daughters, Charlotte Houser-Morehead of Junction City, KS, Sharon Boller (Dwight) of Junction City, KS, Mary Ann Day (Patrick) of Marysville, WA and Catherine Teidel (Rick) of Junction City, KS; ten grandchildren, Ryan Houser of Junction City, KS, Kelly Houser-Herron (Mick) of Junction City, KS, Tammi Bikowski (Craig) of Waldorf, MD, Jennifer Lawing (Don) of Gilcrest, CO, Christopher Day of Boise, ID, Patrick Day, JR. of Temecula, CA, Casey Harrison of Mobile, AL, Rachel Law (Clint) of Las Vegas, NV and Matthew Day of Temecula, CA, Brandon Deitrick of Junction City, KS; twenty four great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Helga on June 13, 1996, parents and his eleven siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary D. Deitrick, 90, of Junction City, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at Fort Riley Cemetery. For those that would like to attend, please meet at the Johnson Funeral Home by 10:15 am. All cars will go in procession to cemetery. Pastor Ronnie Roberts will officiate. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to ASPCA, Salvation Army or to the Friends of Animals in Junction City. Gary was born January 15, 1930, in Junction City, KS, the son of Marvin and Elizabeth (Vetsch) Deitrick. Gary grew up in Junction City, KS with his eleven siblings. He graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1948. After graduating from high school, he went to work for Hubbard Construction Company before enlisting in the Air Force in 1950. During his twenty one years of service in the Air Force, he served in Africa, Germany, Guam,Thailand and Vietnam. During his Air Force career, he was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal December 30, 1965, the Air Force Commendation First Oak Leaf Cluster August 17, 1966 and The Airman's Medal September 21, 1966. He retired from the United States Air Force in 1970. After his retirement from the Air Force, he worked for R&amp;R Developers as a painter. Gary was a very devoted and generous man. He donated to several charities including Muscular Dystrophy Association, Billy Graham, Disabled American Veterans and Easter Seals. Gary also sponsored several children through World Vision and saw several of his children graduate. It was during Gary's first tour in Germany when he met and married his wife Helga on July 7, 1954. Other survivors left to mourn his loss are four daughters, Charlotte Houser-Morehead of Junction City, KS, Sharon Boller (Dwight) of Junction City, KS, Mary Ann Day (Patrick) of Marysville, WA and Catherine Teidel (Rick) of Junction City, KS; ten grandchildren, Ryan Houser of Junction City, KS, Kelly Houser-Herron (Mick) of Junction City, KS, Tammi Bikowski (Craig) of Waldorf, MD, Jennifer Lawing (Don) of Gilcrest, CO, Christopher Day of Boise, ID, Patrick Day, JR. of Temecula, CA, Casey Harrison of Mobile, AL, Rachel Law (Clint) of Las Vegas, NV and Matthew Day of Temecula, CA, Brandon Deitrick of Junction City, KS; twenty four great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Helga on June 13, 1996, parents and his eleven siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary D. Deitrick

Graveside Services:&nbsp; 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 30, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas&nbsp;

Visitation:&nbsp;Sunday, November 29, 2020 from 2-5PM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas

Paul Kidwell, 92, of Clay Center, died Thursday, November 19, 2020 at his residence.&nbsp; He was born on March 17, 1928 at Mentor, Kansas, the son of Thomas E. and Viola E. (Conley) Kidwell.&nbsp; Paul moved to Clay Center in 1936 with his family.&nbsp; He graduated from CCCHS in 1947.&nbsp; Paul served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.&nbsp; He married Donna Webb on May 7, 1950 and she preceded him in death on November 20, 2015.&nbsp; Paul owned and operated Kidwell Oil and Kidwell Liquor from 1963 until 2001.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W. and was a charter member of the Clay Center Elks Lodge.&nbsp;He is also preceded in death by his parents; brother, Thomas; 3 sisters, Phyllis Moe, Ester Moede, Genevieve Siebold and daughter in-law, Charlotte Kidwell.Survivors:Son: Michael Kidwell of Clay Center, KansasSon: Tom Kidwell of Lawrence, KansasSon: Randy and wife Jeanette Kidwell of Clay Center, Kansas6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildrenGraveside Services:&nbsp; 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 30, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas&nbsp;Minister:&nbsp;Pastor Brad MannVisitation:&nbsp;Sunday, November 29, 2020 from 2-5PM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KansasMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Meadowlark Hospice or Clay Center Covenant Church c/o the funeral home

Linda Kay Hottman(Franks), 64, of Junction City, Kansas, formerly of Olathe and Abilene, passed from ongoing health problems at her residence and joined her Heavenly Father on Saturday, November 14th, 2020.

She was born January 17, 1956 in Paola, Kansas; the daughter of James Henry and Marjorie Jean Franks(Berry). Linda attended grade school in Paola, Junior/High school in Olathe, and received her CNA license in Abilene, KS.

Preceded in death by both her parents, three brothers: James Franks, Franklin Franks, Roy Franks, and one sister Margie Cook.

Linda is survived by two sons and one daughter: Chad A.Parks, William P. &amp; wife Erin Hottman, both of Abilene; daughter, Terra L.Hottman of Manhattan, KS and 6 grandchildren. Two brothers and three sisters: Thomas J. &amp; Darlene Franks of Olathe, KS, Allen D. &amp; Deanna Franks of Lane, KS; sisters, Evelyn R.Jarman of Denver, CO, Mary J.Cash, and Lillian B.Sims of Salina, KS.

The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service for Linda will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 at Martin-Becker Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, KS with family and welcoming friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linda Kay Hottman(Franks), 64, of Junction City, Kansas, formerly of Olathe and Abilene, passed from ongoing health problems at her residence and joined her Heavenly Father on Saturday, November 14th, 2020. She was born January 17, 1956 in Paola, Kansas; the daughter of James Henry and Marjorie Jean Franks(Berry). Linda attended grade school in Paola, Junior/High school in Olathe, and received her CNA license in Abilene, KS. Preceded in death by both her parents, three brothers: James Franks, Franklin Franks, Roy Franks, and one sister Margie Cook. Linda is survived by two sons and one daughter: Chad A.Parks, William P. &amp; wife Erin Hottman, both of Abilene; daughter, Terra L.Hottman of Manhattan, KS and 6 grandchildren. Two brothers and three sisters: Thomas J. &amp; Darlene Franks of Olathe, KS, Allen D. &amp; Deanna Franks of Lane, KS; sisters, Evelyn R.Jarman of Denver, CO, Mary J.Cash, and Lillian B.Sims of Salina, KS. The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service for Linda will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 at Martin-Becker Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, KS with family and welcoming friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linda Kay Hottman(Franks)

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

Jimmy Dale Cannon, 84, of Wamego, Kansas, died Monday, November 16, 2020, at his home. &nbsp;He moved to Wamego in 1970.

Jimmy was born on October 15, 1936, in El Dorado, Kansas, the son of Lester and Agnes Volkman Cannon.

Jimmy was born with Cerebral Palsy but was able to overcome his condition and worked for over twenty-five years as an operator for RW Milling in Wamego. &nbsp;He worked at the plant and also drove truck. &nbsp;Jimmy also worked for the City of Wamego.

He married Sue Ellen Eakins. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on August 12, 2014.

Jimmy loved to mow and voluntarily mowed along the Union Pacific railroad tracks near his home for forty-eight years. &nbsp;He enjoyed tinkering, and in earlier years talking on his CB to the truckers passing through the area. &nbsp;Jimmy enjoyed going to the Wamego Senior Center.

Jimmy is survived by his long-time friends, Brian Brockish, Timothy Weixelman, and Amber Barber. &nbsp;He was also preceded in death by his parents, and a sister.

Graveside inurnment services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;Reverend Rick Hernandez will be officiating. &nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to the Community Care Ministry or the Wamego Senior Center, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Jimmy Dale Cannon, 84, of Wamego, Kansas, died Monday, November 16, 2020, at his home. &nbsp;He moved to Wamego in 1970.Jimmy was born on October 15, 1936, in El Dorado, Kansas, the son of Lester and Agnes Volkman Cannon.Jimmy was born with Cerebral Palsy but was able to overcome his condition and worked for over twenty-five years as an operator for RW Milling in Wamego. &nbsp;He worked at the plant and also drove truck. &nbsp;Jimmy also worked for the City of Wamego.He married Sue Ellen Eakins. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on August 12, 2014.Jimmy loved to mow and voluntarily mowed along the Union Pacific railroad tracks near his home for forty-eight years. &nbsp;He enjoyed tinkering, and in earlier years talking on his CB to the truckers passing through the area. &nbsp;Jimmy enjoyed going to the Wamego Senior Center.Jimmy is survived by his long-time friends, Brian Brockish, Timothy Weixelman, and Amber Barber. &nbsp;He was also preceded in death by his parents, and a sister.Graveside inurnment services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;Reverend Rick Hernandez will be officiating. &nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to the Community Care Ministry or the Wamego Senior Center, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Jimmy Dale Cannon

Pamela A. Willms-Geisler, age 60 of Alma, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.



She was born on September 1, 1960 in Wichita, the daughter of Arnold John and Marilyn Nadine (Frank) Willms.



Cremation is planned with a graveside service being held on December 5, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

Memorials have been established for the Good Shepherd Hospice House and T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Complete obituary information is pending and will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Pamela A. Willms-Geisler, age 60 of Alma, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.

She was born on September 1, 1960 in Wichita, the daughter of Arnold John and Marilyn Nadine (Frank) Willms.

Cremation is planned with a graveside service being held on December 5, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

Memorials have been established for the Good Shepherd Hospice House and T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Complete obituary information is pending and will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Pamela A. Willms-Geisler

Dr. Richard Brenneman Cattell, a resident at Meadowlark Hills, passed away Sunday November 15, 2020 at the Good Shepard Hospice House surrounded by his family’s love. Richard was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 11, 1927. He served in the US Army as a PFC from 1945-1946, and graduated from Williams College and Harvard Medical School. He was married to Judith Frances Boland on Sept. 7, 1951 in Duxbury, Massachusetts. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend to everyone. As his nephew said, ‘We wish fair winds and following seas for the Skipper of the Pequod.’ Richard was a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in private practice for about 40 years in Denver and then worked with the Veteran’s Administration, and also helped found the Denver Psychoanalytic Institute. Richard was an avid outdoorsman, who loved backpacking, fly fishing, skiing, and sailing. He loved tennis and played almost daily throughout his life. He even continued after recovering from spinal surgery. He was on the Williams College Nordic Cross Country team, and continued to ski jump for fun after he, his wife and daughter moved to Colorado for his psychiatric internship at Denver General Hospital and his residency at Colorado Psychopathic Hospital. He downhill skied in Vermont as a teenager, and encouraged his son, daughter and wife to learn in Colorado. The family soon had a tradition of a ski trip to a different ski area each Christmas or spring break. Dick took Augusts off, following his family’s tradition, and took the family on car camping trips (even with bunk beds for Eric and Cindy in the very large canvas tent). Dick and Judy both wanted to get away from the crowds, and soon switched to backpacking. Dick even started sewing, first a tent, then sleeping bags and other gear (from Holubar kits). The August trips often involved backpacks, and eventually Dick and Judy backpacked in almost every Colorado wilderness area, as well as Wyoming and Hawaii. They also travel and hiked throughout most of the southwest‘s national parks and monuments. When he and Judy could no longer carry backpacks, they switched to llama packing. Even into their 70s, they took their grandchildren on two-week long llama packing trips. Richard instilled in his children and grandchildren a love of the outdoors. He was infamous for always wanting to “go just a bit farther” for a better campsite or view. Even now, wanting to go a little bit longer, is referred to by in-laws and grandchildren as “being a Cattell”, or going on a “Cattell walk”. Dick was a keen sailor, growing up in Boston with summer racing in Duxbury. Being landlocked in Colorado, he longed for sailing, so he, Judy and family went on three bare boating charters in the Caribbean, and Dick was able to enjoy the wind in the sails. The family also chartered sailboats in the Greek islands and along the western cost of Turkey to visit the ancient sites of Ephesus, Bodrum and the island of Rhodes. In retirement, he and Judy trailered their sailboat, the Pequod II, across the country from Lake Mead, to the Texas coast and Duxbury, Massachusetts. Richard was also an adventurer, who rafted down the Danube River from Germany to Yugoslavia, and the Grand Canyon and Green Rivers in the southwest; and hiked the Machu Pichu trail in Peru, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, and the Annapurna trail in Nepal, and bicycled through China. Mount Vernon, Colorado was a very important part of Dick’s life, where the family lived from 1958 until 2011. He was honored to serve on the Board of Directors several times and worked with the community to improve wildfire protection through thinning the forests of dead limbs, beetle kills and creating defensible spaces, as well as promote construction of the Club House sewer treatment facility and the new tennis complex with clay courts and platform tennis. In May 2011, Dick and Judy moved to Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, KS to be closer to family and have enjoyed making new friends and attending frequent McCain Auditorium and Hale Library music concerts at Kansas State University. Dick also had the opportunity to get in one last sail several years ago on Tuttle Creek Reservoir with the help of the Blue Valley Yacht Club. Richard is survived by Judith, his wife and co-adventurer of 69 years, daughter Cynthia Cattell (John) of Minneapolis, MN, son Eric Cattell (Connie) of Manhattan, KS, grandchildren Keith, Alex, Elizabeth, and Phillip, and great grandchildren Ursula and Laszlo, and his sister Jeanne Cattell Rhinelander and brother-in-law William Dunmore. He was preceded in death by his parents: Dr. Richard B. Cattell and Agnes Matzinger Cattell, his brothers, William, and John Cattell, and his sister Mary Virginia Dunmore. Memorials may be made to the Meadowlark Foundation to benefit the Good Samaritan Fund, and the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan Helping Hands Fund. Memorial contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dr. Richard Brenneman Cattell, a resident at Meadowlark Hills, passed away Sunday November 15, 2020 at the Good Shepard Hospice House surrounded by his family’s love. Richard was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 11, 1927. He served in the US Army as a PFC from 1945-1946, and graduated from Williams College and Harvard Medical School. He was married to Judith Frances Boland on Sept. 7, 1951 in Duxbury, Massachusetts. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend to everyone. As his nephew said, ‘We wish fair winds and following seas for the Skipper of the Pequod.’ Richard was a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in private practice for about 40 years in Denver and then worked with the Veteran’s Administration, and also helped found the Denver Psychoanalytic Institute. Richard was an avid outdoorsman, who loved backpacking, fly fishing, skiing, and sailing. He loved tennis and played almost daily throughout his life. He even continued after recovering from spinal surgery. He was on the Williams College Nordic Cross Country team, and continued to ski jump for fun after he, his wife and daughter moved to Colorado for his psychiatric internship at Denver General Hospital and his residency at Colorado Psychopathic Hospital. He downhill skied in Vermont as a teenager, and encouraged his son, daughter and wife to learn in Colorado. The family soon had a tradition of a ski trip to a different ski area each Christmas or spring break. Dick took Augusts off, following his family’s tradition, and took the family on car camping trips (even with bunk beds for Eric and Cindy in the very large canvas tent). Dick and Judy both wanted to get away from the crowds, and soon switched to backpacking. Dick even started sewing, first a tent, then sleeping bags and other gear (from Holubar kits). The August trips often involved backpacks, and eventually Dick and Judy backpacked in almost every Colorado wilderness area, as well as Wyoming and Hawaii. They also travel and hiked throughout most of the southwest‘s national parks and monuments. When he and Judy could no longer carry backpacks, they switched to llama packing. Even into their 70s, they took their grandchildren on two-week long llama packing trips. Richard instilled in his children and grandchildren a love of the outdoors. He was infamous for always wanting to “go just a bit farther” for a better campsite or view. Even now, wanting to go a little bit longer, is referred to by in-laws and grandchildren as “being a Cattell”, or going on a “Cattell walk”. Dick was a keen sailor, growing up in Boston with summer racing in Duxbury. Being landlocked in Colorado, he longed for sailing, so he, Judy and family went on three bare boating charters in the Caribbean, and Dick was able to enjoy the wind in the sails. The family also chartered sailboats in the Greek islands and along the western cost of Turkey to visit the ancient sites of Ephesus, Bodrum and the island of Rhodes. In retirement, he and Judy trailered their sailboat, the Pequod II, across the country from Lake Mead, to the Texas coast and Duxbury, Massachusetts. Richard was also an adventurer, who rafted down the Danube River from Germany to Yugoslavia, and the Grand Canyon and Green Rivers in the southwest; and hiked the Machu Pichu trail in Peru, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, and the Annapurna trail in Nepal, and bicycled through China. Mount Vernon, Colorado was a very important part of Dick’s life, where the family lived from 1958 until 2011. He was honored to serve on the Board of Directors several times and worked with the community to improve wildfire protection through thinning the forests of dead limbs, beetle kills and creating defensible spaces, as well as promote construction of the Club House sewer treatment facility and the new tennis complex with clay courts and platform tennis. In May 2011, Dick and Judy moved to Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, KS to be closer to family and have enjoyed making new friends and attending frequent McCain Auditorium and Hale Library music concerts at Kansas State University. Dick also had the opportunity to get in one last sail several years ago on Tuttle Creek Reservoir with the help of the Blue Valley Yacht Club. Richard is survived by Judith, his wife and co-adventurer of 69 years, daughter Cynthia Cattell (John) of Minneapolis, MN, son Eric Cattell (Connie) of Manhattan, KS, grandchildren Keith, Alex, Elizabeth, and Phillip, and great grandchildren Ursula and Laszlo, and his sister Jeanne Cattell Rhinelander and brother-in-law William Dunmore. He was preceded in death by his parents: Dr. Richard B. Cattell and Agnes Matzinger Cattell, his brothers, William, and John Cattell, and his sister Mary Virginia Dunmore. Memorials may be made to the Meadowlark Foundation to benefit the Good Samaritan Fund, and the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan Helping Hands Fund. Memorial contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dr. Richard Brenneman Cattell

Marcia A Wikoff, 88, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 15, 2020, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community, in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on February 10, 1932, to Frank and Ada Winegardner. She was born and raised in East Lynn, Missouri, where she had her beloved puppy companion Petee. She married Maurice Wikoff in 1954 while attending Kansas State University, together they had two children Diane and Dan. Marcia began her career as a teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School, in Manhattan, Kansas before moving due to Maurice being a member of the Airforce. As a family, they moved to San Angelo, Texas, Moultry Georgia, and even Labrador in Newfoundland, Canada. After separating from Maurice, Marcia moved to Arizona and taught in Scottsdale and Litchfield park for 25 years. After the death of her parents, she spent time in Sequim, Washington, and then moved to Laguna Hills, California for 12 years before returning to the midwest to be closer to family. Marcia frequently played both the organ and the piano at the United Methodist Church in Manhattan, Kansas, where she attended. Marcia loved being a teacher and her impact on the young Arizona children was incredibly rewarding for her. She is survived by her daughter Diane (Rod) Quinn of Fort Collins, Colorado, her son Dan (Carla) Wikoff of Manhattan, Kansas, and her grandchildren Stephanie (Mickey) Zimmerman, Brittani (Jordon) Poland, Rachel (Greg) Janitell, Danny (Dee) Quinn, her great-grandchildren, BraeLynn, Piper, Phoenyx, and Bryson Zimmerman, Jackson and Sammy Poland, and Adalynn and Reed Janitell. Services are private at the behest of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Hospital, in care of Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marcia A Wikoff, 88, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 15, 2020, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community, in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on February 10, 1932, to Frank and Ada Winegardner. She was born and raised in East Lynn, Missouri, where she had her beloved puppy companion Petee. She married Maurice Wikoff in 1954 while attending Kansas State University, together they had two children Diane and Dan. Marcia began her career as a teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School, in Manhattan, Kansas before moving due to Maurice being a member of the Airforce. As a family, they moved to San Angelo, Texas, Moultry Georgia, and even Labrador in Newfoundland, Canada. After separating from Maurice, Marcia moved to Arizona and taught in Scottsdale and Litchfield park for 25 years. After the death of her parents, she spent time in Sequim, Washington, and then moved to Laguna Hills, California for 12 years before returning to the midwest to be closer to family. Marcia frequently played both the organ and the piano at the United Methodist Church in Manhattan, Kansas, where she attended. Marcia loved being a teacher and her impact on the young Arizona children was incredibly rewarding for her. She is survived by her daughter Diane (Rod) Quinn of Fort Collins, Colorado, her son Dan (Carla) Wikoff of Manhattan, Kansas, and her grandchildren Stephanie (Mickey) Zimmerman, Brittani (Jordon) Poland, Rachel (Greg) Janitell, Danny (Dee) Quinn, her great-grandchildren, BraeLynn, Piper, Phoenyx, and Bryson Zimmerman, Jackson and Sammy Poland, and Adalynn and Reed Janitell. Services are private at the behest of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Hospital, in care of Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marcia A Wikoff - February 10, 1932 - November 15, 2020

Lynn Lentell, age 99, of Council Grove, passed away November 15, 2020 at Diversicare of Council Grove.&nbsp; Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, private services will be held.&nbsp; A Celebration of Lynn’s life will be held at a later date.

&nbsp;Lynn Lentell was born on Oct 15, 1921 at his Mother’s family (Randle) farm in Diamond Springs, KS. He was raised on the Ernest Linwood Lentell family farm in Wilsey, KS. He attended Olive Branch rural grade school, in Delavan, KS and graduated from Wilsey High School in 1939. In high school he played basketball and baseball. He loved baseball throughout his life, and he was a big fan of the Kansas City Royals in his later years. He attended Emporia State Teachers’ College for one year, before moving to Wichita to work at Beech Aircraft. He met his wife, Edith Pauline (Polly) Holmes at Beech and they were married in her hometown of Newton, KS on October 12, 1942.

Lynn was drafted into the Navy in 1942 and did his basic training at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center, where upon completion he was reassigned to Marine Corps Avionics. His advance training as a radar servicing technician was in Utah and Texas. He shipped out to the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific in late 1943 or early 1944. He was in Bomber Squadron VMB-413 based on Emirau until the Japanese surrender in 1945. He was discharged from the Marines in August 1946.

Lynn attended Kansas State University on the GI Bill and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1949. His son Randall Lynn Lentell was born there during his last semester at KSU in 1949. Upon graduation he moved the family to Council Grove, KS where he worked for the REA (Rural Electrification Administration) for two years. Lynn returned to work for Beech Aircraft in 1951, initially at the Herrington, KS airport facility. Lynn subsequently moved the family back to Wichita to again work at the local Beech Aircraft facility. Their daughter Paula Kyle was born in Wichita in 1953. In 1958 Lynn was transferred to Beech’s Aerospace Division in Boulder, CO to work on their NASA Project Mercury manned-space program contract.

In 1965, Lynn went to work for General Electric in Daytona Beach, FL to work on their NASA manned-lunar landing program contracts. At GE he worked on Projects Gemini and Apollo. He would go to Cape Canaveral, FL to monitor launches until the manned space crafts were in orbit, and vectored off to the moon, at which time he would fly to the Johnson Space Center in Houston to monitor the flights in lunar orbit. Once the lunar activities were over and the crafts were on the return trip back to earth, he would return home to Daytona. He and his family were very proud of his NASA related work, and he had many astronaut mementos and program memorabilia around his home.

In 1973, Lynn’s aerospace contract work was completed and GE transferred him to Washington, DC to work on their Navy and Commercial nuclear power programs. His work primarily revolved around Nuclear NQA-1 Quality Assurance and Quality Control programs. Lynn and Polly lived in the Northern Virginia suburbs of DC. During his time working on GE’s nuclear power programs, he and Polly had extended stays on projects in Pasadena, CA and Syracuse, NY. They enjoyed their project travel assignments and they were always active in their local churches. He retired from GE during his final Washington, DC assignments in 1986 and he and Polly moved to their final home in Council Grove, KS, near his boyhood home of Wilsey.

Lynn &amp; Polly loved retirement in small farm-town Council Grove and were both active in community groups. Lynn was Secretary for the local Historical Society for 16 yrs and Polly was actively involved as well. They were members of the local “Country Club” and were socially active there until he finally quit playing golf when he was 88+ yrs old, when he could no longer drive over “200 yds”…. Polly was very actively involved in the Morris County Hospital Axillary. Lynn was a long-time member of the Council Grove Masonic Lodge #36, and the Isis Shrine &amp; Scottish Rite, Salina, at the highest levels. He &amp; Polly were both very active in the First Baptist Church in Council Grove for many years.

Lynn suffered a stroke in 2019 and he subsequently moved into Diversicare of Council Grove. The compassionate staff of Diversicare provided loving care for him during the last year of his life.

Lynn will be buried with full military honors.

Lynn was preceded in death by his parents; wife Polly; and sisters Margret and Ellen.&nbsp; He is survived by his son Randall Lentell and wife Sue, of Boise, ID; daughter Kyle Dike and husband Kenny, of Wilsey; 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Council Grove or Kansas State University Foundation.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Lynn Lentell, age 99, of Council Grove, passed away November 15, 2020 at Diversicare of Council Grove.&nbsp; Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, private services will be held.&nbsp; A Celebration of Lynn’s life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;Lynn Lentell was born on Oct 15, 1921 at his Mother’s family (Randle) farm in Diamond Springs, KS. He was raised on the Ernest Linwood Lentell family farm in Wilsey, KS. He attended Olive Branch rural grade school, in Delavan, KS and graduated from Wilsey High School in 1939. In high school he played basketball and baseball. He loved baseball throughout his life, and he was a big fan of the Kansas City Royals in his later years. He attended Emporia State Teachers’ College for one year, before moving to Wichita to work at Beech Aircraft. He met his wife, Edith Pauline (Polly) Holmes at Beech and they were married in her hometown of Newton, KS on October 12, 1942.Lynn was drafted into the Navy in 1942 and did his basic training at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center, where upon completion he was reassigned to Marine Corps Avionics. His advance training as a radar servicing technician was in Utah and Texas. He shipped out to the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific in late 1943 or early 1944. He was in Bomber Squadron VMB-413 based on Emirau until the Japanese surrender in 1945. He was discharged from the Marines in August 1946.Lynn attended Kansas State University on the GI Bill and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1949. His son Randall Lynn Lentell was born there during his last semester at KSU in 1949. Upon graduation he moved the family to Council Grove, KS where he worked for the REA (Rural Electrification Administration) for two years. Lynn returned to work for Beech Aircraft in 1951, initially at the Herrington, KS airport facility. Lynn subsequently moved the family back to Wichita to again work at the local Beech Aircraft facility. Their daughter Paula Kyle was born in Wichita in 1953. In 1958 Lynn was transferred to Beech’s Aerospace Division in Boulder, CO to work on their NASA Project Mercury manned-space program contract.In 1965, Lynn went to work for General Electric in Daytona Beach, FL to work on their NASA manned-lunar landing program contracts. At GE he worked on Projects Gemini and Apollo. He would go to Cape Canaveral, FL to monitor launches until the manned space crafts were in orbit, and vectored off to the moon, at which time he would fly to the Johnson Space Center in Houston to monitor the flights in lunar orbit. Once the lunar activities were over and the crafts were on the return trip back to earth, he would return home to Daytona. He and his family were very proud of his NASA related work, and he had many astronaut mementos and program memorabilia around his home.In 1973, Lynn’s aerospace contract work was completed and GE transferred him to Washington, DC to work on their Navy and Commercial nuclear power programs. His work primarily revolved around Nuclear NQA-1 Quality Assurance and Quality Control programs. Lynn and Polly lived in the Northern Virginia suburbs of DC. During his time working on GE’s nuclear power programs, he and Polly had extended stays on projects in Pasadena, CA and Syracuse, NY. They enjoyed their project travel assignments and they were always active in their local churches. He retired from GE during his final Washington, DC assignments in 1986 and he and Polly moved to their final home in Council Grove, KS, near his boyhood home of Wilsey.Lynn &amp; Polly loved retirement in small farm-town Council Grove and were both active in community groups. Lynn was Secretary for the local Historical Society for 16 yrs and Polly was actively involved as well. They were members of the local “Country Club” and were socially active there until he finally quit playing golf when he was 88+ yrs old, when he could no longer drive over “200 yds”…. Polly was very actively involved in the Morris County Hospital Axillary. Lynn was a long-time member of the Council Grove Masonic Lodge #36, and the Isis Shrine &amp; Scottish Rite, Salina, at the highest levels. He &amp; Polly were both very active in the First Baptist Church in Council Grove for many years.Lynn suffered a stroke in 2019 and he subsequently moved into Diversicare of Council Grove. The compassionate staff of Diversicare provided loving care for him during the last year of his life.Lynn will be buried with full military honors.Lynn was preceded in death by his parents; wife Polly; and sisters Margret and Ellen.&nbsp; He is survived by his son Randall Lentell and wife Sue, of Boise, ID; daughter Kyle Dike and husband Kenny, of Wilsey; 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Council Grove or Kansas State University Foundation.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Lynn Lentell

Dawn M.E. Bennett, 49, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place. A private celebration of life service will be Friday, November 20, 2020 at her home. Because of Dawn's love of animals, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to be given to David Traylor Zoo 75 Soden Road Emporia, KS 66801. The zoo was her favorite non-profit zoo. Dawn was born November 24, 1970 in Woonsocket, RI the daughter of Jean Pariseau. Dawn earned a A.A.S Degree in Business. She worked for J&amp;K Contracting in Junction City as their office manager. She married Stephen Bennett July 8, 2017 in Herington, KS. Stephen survives of the home in Junction City. Other survivors include her son, Dakota Engel; mother, Jean Pariseau; uncle, Will Comtois of OK; aunt, Kathy Hurteau of CA; cousins, Sheryl Jacobson of CA, Angel Comtois and Robert Comtois both of OK; Glen Mitchell of RI and Mel Mitchell of FL.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dawn M.E. Bennett, 49, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place. A private celebration of life service will be Friday, November 20, 2020 at her home. Because of Dawn's love of animals, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to be given to David Traylor Zoo 75 Soden Road Emporia, KS 66801. The zoo was her favorite non-profit zoo. Dawn was born November 24, 1970 in Woonsocket, RI the daughter of Jean Pariseau. Dawn earned a A.A.S Degree in Business. She worked for J&amp;K Contracting in Junction City as their office manager. She married Stephen Bennett July 8, 2017 in Herington, KS. Stephen survives of the home in Junction City. Other survivors include her son, Dakota Engel; mother, Jean Pariseau; uncle, Will Comtois of OK; aunt, Kathy Hurteau of CA; cousins, Sheryl Jacobson of CA, Angel Comtois and Robert Comtois both of OK; Glen Mitchell of RI and Mel Mitchell of FL.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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