Francis Philip Schafer, 84, of Commerce, TX formerly of Junction City, KS passed away peacefully at his residence December 19, 2020 in Commerce. He was born in Hays, Kansas on August 15, 1936, the son of Frank Schafer and Mary Schuster Schafer. He served in the U. S. Army Reserves where he obtained a rank of Specialists E5 before being honorably discharged in September of 1964. Francis was employed by Central National Bank as a computer specialist until his retirement. He is survived by two sisters: Alma Moyer and JoAnn LaBarge and one brother: John Schafer. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Lawrence Schafer, and a sister, Gladys Wensel. A funeral mass will be held for Francis on December 23, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1508 Cooper Street in Commerce, Texas at 10:00 a.m. Mr. Schafer will be laid to rest at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 28, 2020,in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Junction City, Kansas. Johnson Funeral Home is assisting the family with Junction City arrangements.

Francis Philip Schafer, 84, of Commerce, TX formerly of Junction City, KS passed away peacefully at his residence December 19, 2020 in Commerce. He was born in Hays, Kansas on August 15, 1936, the son of Frank Schafer and Mary Schuster Schafer. He served in the U. S. Army Reserves where he obtained a rank of Specialists E5 before being honorably discharged in September of 1964. Francis was employed by Central National Bank as a computer specialist until his retirement. He is survived by two sisters: Alma Moyer and JoAnn LaBarge and one brother: John Schafer. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Lawrence Schafer, and a sister, Gladys Wensel. A funeral mass will be held for Francis on December 23, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1508 Cooper Street in Commerce, Texas at 10:00 a.m. Mr. Schafer will be laid to rest at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 28, 2020,in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Junction City, Kansas. Johnson Funeral Home is assisting the family with Junction City arrangements.

Francis Philip Schafer

Richard Gene (Rick) Mansker, 69, of Junction City, KS, passed away on December 18, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City, KS, is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. Due to Covid, a memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) Native Stone Chapter, P.O. Box 983, Manhattan, Kansas 66505, and Junction City VFW Post 8773, 1215 S. Washington St., Junction City, KS 66441. Richard was born on February 23, 1951, in Salem, Illinois to Clarence and Wanda (Eggelston) Mansker. As a boy, the family moved to California. After the passing of his parents, his aunt and surrogate mother, Melva Grissom raised him as one of her own. He moved to Oregon in the 70’s and met Patricia Joanne Senter. They married in Portland, Oregon, on July 27, 1985. They ultimately made their home in Junction City, KS. Richard had many interests, but he was especially fond of riding his Harley and playing pool in the local pool leagues. Above all, he was a loving husband, caring father, and adoring grandfather. Richard is survived by his loving family: wife, Patricia of the home; his four sons, Brandon Lee Turner, Richard Clarence (Brittany) Mansker, Lance Everett Lovell, Jr., and Donald Gene Mansker; four grandchildren, Jessica Fletcher, Rebecca Fletcher, Katherine Fletcher, and Joshua Fletcher; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and surrogate mother.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard Gene (Rick) Mansker, 69, of Junction City, KS, passed away on December 18, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City, KS, is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. Due to Covid, a memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) Native Stone Chapter, P.O. Box 983, Manhattan, Kansas 66505, and Junction City VFW Post 8773, 1215 S. Washington St., Junction City, KS 66441. Richard was born on February 23, 1951, in Salem, Illinois to Clarence and Wanda (Eggelston) Mansker. As a boy, the family moved to California. After the passing of his parents, his aunt and surrogate mother, Melva Grissom raised him as one of her own. He moved to Oregon in the 70’s and met Patricia Joanne Senter. They married in Portland, Oregon, on July 27, 1985. They ultimately made their home in Junction City, KS. Richard had many interests, but he was especially fond of riding his Harley and playing pool in the local pool leagues. Above all, he was a loving husband, caring father, and adoring grandfather. Richard is survived by his loving family: wife, Patricia of the home; his four sons, Brandon Lee Turner, Richard Clarence (Brittany) Mansker, Lance Everett Lovell, Jr., and Donald Gene Mansker; four grandchildren, Jessica Fletcher, Rebecca Fletcher, Katherine Fletcher, and Joshua Fletcher; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and surrogate mother.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard Gene (Rick) Mansker,

Marjorie Jean Grater, age 98 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, December 21, 2020 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

She was born on October 16, 1922 at her parent’s home in Winkler, the daughter of August and Laura (Hedren) Blaske.

On September 26, 1941, she was married to Ernest F. Grater.  He preceded her in death on September 30, 2015.

Marjorie was a homemaker and devoted farm wife.  She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  She enjoyed listening to K-State sports on the radio and participating in all the activities at the nursing home.  She was a member of the Walsburg Lutheran Church where she was in the Walsburg LCW and a Sunday School teacher.

She is survived by two sons, Ron Grater and Peggy of Leonardville and Russell Grater and Karen of Riley; two daughters, Jan Machin of Riley and Jeannette Pultz and David of Leonardville; one daughter-in-law, Delores Grater of Leonardville; two sisters-in-law, Erna Hass and Barbara Grater; ten grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Dennis Grater; one son-in-law, John Machin; two brothers, Jim Blaske and Bill Blaske and also an infant brother.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 23, 2020 and from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Thursday, December 24, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 26, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  The funeral will be recorded and posted on the funeral home website shortly after the service for anyone to watch that is unable to attend.  Burial will be in the Grandview-Mill Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Leonardville Nursing Home and Walsburg Lutheran Church.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Marjorie Jean Grater, age 98 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, December 21, 2020 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.She was born on October 16, 1922 at her parent’s home in Winkler, the daughter of August and Laura (Hedren) Blaske.On September 26, 1941, she was married to Ernest F. Grater. He preceded her in death on September 30, 2015.Marjorie was a homemaker and devoted farm wife. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed listening to K-State sports on the radio and participating in all the activities at the nursing home. She was a member of the Walsburg Lutheran Church where she was in the Walsburg LCW and a Sunday School teacher.She is survived by two sons, Ron Grater and Peggy of Leonardville and Russell Grater and Karen of Riley; two daughters, Jan Machin of Riley and Jeannette Pultz and David of Leonardville; one daughter-in-law, Delores Grater of Leonardville; two sisters-in-law, Erna Hass and Barbara Grater; ten grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Dennis Grater; one son-in-law, John Machin; two brothers, Jim Blaske and Bill Blaske and also an infant brother.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 23, 2020 and from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Thursday, December 24, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 26, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The funeral will be recorded and posted on the funeral home website shortly after the service for anyone to watch that is unable to attend. Burial will be in the Grandview-Mill Creek Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Leonardville Nursing Home and Walsburg Lutheran Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Marjorie Jean Grater

John E. Henderson, 64 of Abilene passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. He was born April 2, 1956 in Emporia, Kansas, the son of John W. and Betty (Gamer) Henderson. In 1974 he joined the United States Marine Corp. On March 18, 2006 he was united in marriage to Stacy Perkins. She survives of the home. John managed Van Diest Supply Company in Abilene.

He is survived by his wife Stacy of the home. Three sons, John (Wes) Henderson and wife Kylie; Charles David Bogart Jr.; and Michael Glen Bogart and wife Halie. One grandson, Nikko Glen Bogart. Two sisters, Sharon (Brad) Cole and Susan (Mark) Durian. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Military Graveside Services for John will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2020 at Timber Creek Cemetery near Wakefield, Kansas with Fr. Don Zimmerman as Celebrant. Family will receive friends Monday, December 28 from 6-8 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John E. Henderson, 64 of Abilene passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. He was born April 2, 1956 in Emporia, Kansas, the son of John W. and Betty (Gamer) Henderson. In 1974 he joined the United States Marine Corp. On March 18, 2006 he was united in marriage to Stacy Perkins. She survives of the home. John managed Van Diest Supply Company in Abilene. He is survived by his wife Stacy of the home. Three sons, John (Wes) Henderson and wife Kylie; Charles David Bogart Jr.; and Michael Glen Bogart and wife Halie. One grandson, Nikko Glen Bogart. Two sisters, Sharon (Brad) Cole and Susan (Mark) Durian. He was preceded in death by his parents. Military Graveside Services for John will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2020 at Timber Creek Cemetery near Wakefield, Kansas with Fr. Don Zimmerman as Celebrant. Family will receive friends Monday, December 28 from 6-8 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John E. Henderson

Judy Kessinger Hilton of Abilene died December 15, 2020. She was born to Ed and Mona Kessinger July 13, 1942 in Wichita, KS. Judy married Ralph Hilton August 1, 1964.&nbsp; A celebration of her life will be announced and held at some point after the Covid pandemic has passed.

After graduation from Junction City High School in 1960, she earned her bachelor of science in speech pathology at Wichita University Institute of Logopedics in 1964 and her masters there in 1969. She worked as a speech pathologist at the Institute of Logopedics until she and family moved to Abilene in 1971, to purchase Abilene Printing Company. She then worked speech pathology for the Central Kansas Cooperative until her retirement.

Judy was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, serving on several church committees and as a member of the John Wesley Bell Choir and directed the children’s Ring Praise bell choir. She was a volunteer in reading programs in Dickinson County Schools. As a member of the End of the Trail Quilters Guild, she crafted Hospice Quilts for distribution to patients in hospice and was an avid reader, bridge and mahjong player.

Judy was a great woman of faith and she was indeed an incarnation of God’s love on earth. She participated on the 1963 March on Washington where Martin Luther King said, “I have a dream” and she walked the paths of Jesus in Israel and renewed her baptism in the Jordan River. Judy always acted out of kindness and love. Judy had an open heart. She would share how each person is not better or worse than another, but “different,” bringing strengths to nourish and weaknesses to overlook. Her nature to always look at things in a positive light made her a beacon of joy and laughter. Judy taught her children, “Don’t be sad it’s over. Be glad it happened.”

She was quick to laugh, including at herself, though she freely admitted she wasn’t a good teller of jokes. Her sense of humor was sharp and dry, perhaps understated yet ever-present. In college, Judy earned the nickname “Carrie” as in Carrie Nation. Judy was a supporter and enforcer of order and efficiency, both in the family and among friends. She loved children, Dairy Queen, the smells of chocolate and of roses, sailing with Ralph, and was an avid Kansas basketball fan.

Judy’s mother was a newspaper columnist in Junction City and described her daughter upon high school graduation this way: “It would be difficult for us to tell you how much of a void her leaving left in our home. We lost more than a daughter, the family lost their second mother, and the office lost a real newspaper woman. Judy was a columnist, bookkeeper, cook, chauffeur, baby sitter, supervisor of the homework, disciplinarian of the young ones, but more than anything else, she is one of her parents’ best friends. We miss her.”

Her brother, Jan, wrote on Facebook, “While I say that Judy probably was the nicest person I have known, she was tough. Judy understood that to learn to overcome frustration, a person must at times be frustrated. To learn to give their best effort, a person must be challenged. To learn to succeed, a person must learn to overcome failure. This approach is not an easy one, but the legacy of her efforts will be experienced for decades to come by each child who was blessed to have Judy work with them and for all who called her friend or family.”

Judy’s passing leaves a void in Abilene and for all she touched in her outreach, teaching and the example she lived. Judy was a partner in nurturing and caring for her students and a professional who cared about each person as an individual, a person who put the needs of others ahead of her own. We lose a giver, a committed educator, a leader, a follower and supporter, a person whose pursuit of excellence raised standards for the community.

Judy was predeceased by husband Ralph Hilton; parents Ed and Mona Kessinger and brother, Kurt Kessinger. She is survived by her children Sean Hilton (Kristine Meyer), Abilene; Robin (Stephanie Oura) Hilton, North Arlington, VA; and Shannon (David) Kelman, Westwood, KS; Grandchildren George and Clementine Hilton, Ashton Baker, Laila Kelman and great grandson James Hamilton; sisters Kristin Benjamin, Woodland Hills, CA: Lisa (Larry) Divel, Abilene; and brother Jan (Jeanne) Kessinger, Overland Park, and many nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the End of the Trail Quilters Guild and may be mailed to Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd St., Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Judy Kessinger Hilton of Abilene died December 15, 2020. She was born to Ed and Mona Kessinger July 13, 1942 in Wichita, KS. Judy married Ralph Hilton August 1, 1964.&nbsp; A celebration of her life will be announced and held at some point after the Covid pandemic has passed. After graduation from Junction City High School in 1960, she earned her bachelor of science in speech pathology at Wichita University Institute of Logopedics in 1964 and her masters there in 1969. She worked as a speech pathologist at the Institute of Logopedics until she and family moved to Abilene in 1971, to purchase Abilene Printing Company. She then worked speech pathology for the Central Kansas Cooperative until her retirement. Judy was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, serving on several church committees and as a member of the John Wesley Bell Choir and directed the children’s Ring Praise bell choir. She was a volunteer in reading programs in Dickinson County Schools. As a member of the End of the Trail Quilters Guild, she crafted Hospice Quilts for distribution to patients in hospice and was an avid reader, bridge and mahjong player. Judy was a great woman of faith and she was indeed an incarnation of God’s love on earth. She participated on the 1963 March on Washington where Martin Luther King said, “I have a dream” and she walked the paths of Jesus in Israel and renewed her baptism in the Jordan River. Judy always acted out of kindness and love. Judy had an open heart. She would share how each person is not better or worse than another, but “different,” bringing strengths to nourish and weaknesses to overlook. Her nature to always look at things in a positive light made her a beacon of joy and laughter. Judy taught her children, “Don’t be sad it’s over. Be glad it happened.” She was quick to laugh, including at herself, though she freely admitted she wasn’t a good teller of jokes. Her sense of humor was sharp and dry, perhaps understated yet ever-present. In college, Judy earned the nickname “Carrie” as in Carrie Nation. Judy was a supporter and enforcer of order and efficiency, both in the family and among friends. She loved children, Dairy Queen, the smells of chocolate and of roses, sailing with Ralph, and was an avid Kansas basketball fan. Judy’s mother was a newspaper columnist in Junction City and described her daughter upon high school graduation this way: “It would be difficult for us to tell you how much of a void her leaving left in our home. We lost more than a daughter, the family lost their second mother, and the office lost a real newspaper woman. Judy was a columnist, bookkeeper, cook, chauffeur, baby sitter, supervisor of the homework, disciplinarian of the young ones, but more than anything else, she is one of her parents’ best friends. We miss her.” Her brother, Jan, wrote on Facebook, “While I say that Judy probably was the nicest person I have known, she was tough. Judy understood that to learn to overcome frustration, a person must at times be frustrated. To learn to give their best effort, a person must be challenged. To learn to succeed, a person must learn to overcome failure. This approach is not an easy one, but the legacy of her efforts will be experienced for decades to come by each child who was blessed to have Judy work with them and for all who called her friend or family.” Judy’s passing leaves a void in Abilene and for all she touched in her outreach, teaching and the example she lived. Judy was a partner in nurturing and caring for her students and a professional who cared about each person as an individual, a person who put the needs of others ahead of her own. We lose a giver, a committed educator, a leader, a follower and supporter, a person whose pursuit of excellence raised standards for the community. Judy was predeceased by husband Ralph Hilton; parents Ed and Mona Kessinger and brother, Kurt Kessinger. She is survived by her children Sean Hilton (Kristine Meyer), Abilene; Robin (Stephanie Oura) Hilton, North Arlington, VA; and Shannon (David) Kelman, Westwood, KS; Grandchildren George and Clementine Hilton, Ashton Baker, Laila Kelman and great grandson James Hamilton; sisters Kristin Benjamin, Woodland Hills, CA: Lisa (Larry) Divel, Abilene; and brother Jan (Jeanne) Kessinger, Overland Park, and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the End of the Trail Quilters Guild and may be mailed to Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd St., Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Judy Kessinger Hilton - July 13, 1942–December 15, 2020

Eldon W. (Waldo) Turnbow passed away December 19, 2020 after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born April 12, 1951 in Topeka, Ks to J.W. (Jack) and Cleo (Tess) Turnbow. Eldon graduated from Manhattan High School, class of 1969 He was employed as a police officer at Kansas State University for 32 years and retired from there in 2008. Being a licensed ham operator was one of his hobbies along with a love for guns and scanners. He is survived by his wife of 21 years Marla, sons Scott and Travis of Gardner, Ks. stepdaughters Marlo (Kevin) Hultgren of Paola, Ks and Marci Frazier of Gardner, Ks. Five grandchildren Erin and Kyle Hultgren, Joshua, Gracyn and Caton Frazier. Private inurnment will be held at a later date.

Eldon W. (Waldo) Turnbow passed away December 19, 2020 after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born April 12, 1951 in Topeka, Ks to J.W. (Jack) and Cleo (Tess) Turnbow. Eldon graduated from Manhattan High School, class of 1969 He was employed as a police officer at Kansas State University for 32 years and retired from there in 2008. Being a licensed ham operator was one of his hobbies along with a love for guns and scanners. He is survived by his wife of 21 years Marla, sons Scott and Travis of Gardner, Ks. stepdaughters Marlo (Kevin) Hultgren of Paola, Ks and Marci Frazier of Gardner, Ks. Five grandchildren Erin and Kyle Hultgren, Joshua, Gracyn and Caton Frazier. Private inurnment will be held at a later date.

Eldon W. (Waldo) Turnbow 

Alice Elizabeth Cline Fehr, age 94, grabbed her angel wings and went to spend her eternal life with our Lord Jesus on December 17, 2020 after spending a short period of time, surrounded by her family, in the comfort of the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas. Alice was born on December 12th, 1926 in Little River, Kansas, the only daughter and 10th child born to Harry Edgar and Mary Elizabeth (Barr) Cline. Alice lived her entire lifetime within a couple hours of Salina….as a child in the Oakley area, most of her education in Salina Area, then on to New Cambria, Wakefield, back to Salina, then to Herington, back to Salina and her final years in Manhattan to be closer to her 4 children and grandkids and great grandchildren. Alice attended Smolan High School as a freshman and graduated from Assaria High School. She followed her dream to become a cosmetologist after graduating from Stewart Beauty School in 1945. She was united in marriage to Bernard Albert Fehr, after he served in the Army during World War 11. They were married on April 30, 1950 at the First United Methodist Church in Salina. Alice and Bernard settled on a Farm at New Cambria and started their family…their first 3 children were born before they journeyed to a farm in Wakefield, Kansas. Alice enjoyed being a farm wife and a mother. She had grown up out west during the days of the dust bowls and the depression, so she learned to appreciate a humble home, to enjoy nature’s bounties, to have fun and share joy. She had the kindest, most loving heart and a smile as bright as the sunshine, until her death. Family was special. Alice grew up with 10 brothers, the next to youngest child. Her dad would boast that he had 10 sons and each one of them had a sister! She enjoyed raising her own children and never missed any opportunity to be with them all the way thru schools, marriages, grandchildren and her latest joys, great grandchildren. Always active in the church in each community, she taught Sunday School, joined Ladies groups, served funeral luncheons, attended as many bible studies as she possibly could and was a faithful servant who walked closely with Jesus. Alice learned to paint with oils and became an incredible artist with a flair for Victorian paintings. She enjoyed being a member of a small group of people who created miniature boxes and houses and scenes. She made beautiful hat boxes and filled them with treasures she found at garage sales and auctions. Refinishing many beautiful pieces of antique furniture that she enjoyed salvaging was another passion. She loved to piece together jewelry and create one of a kind pins and bracelets and necklaces and hat pins which she gifted and so proudly wore…..Rarely without a special necklace to compliment her outfits. Alice will be missed by so many who have been wonderfully impacted by her love, including her 4 children, daughter, Cindy Fehr Roberts (Jim) of Herington, sons, Leslie Bernard Fehr (Corrine) of Junction City, Gaylen Edward Fehr (Carol) of Marysville and Ronald Ray Fehr (Renee) of Manhattan; her 11 Grandchildren: Michael, Benjamin, Andrea, Brian, Jordan, Becky, Kelsey, Nicholas, Bret, Alec, Jill and 15 Great Grandchildren: Gabrielle, EJ, Emmett, twins-Francesca and Winston, Isaac, Lyla, Cameran, twins-Caroline and Henry, Raleigh, Reed, Holland, Grayson and Olivia. Proceeding her in death were her husband, Bernard, Her parents, her 10 brothers-Russell, Albert, Foster, Harry, Paul Dwight, Rolland, Dean, Ray, Calvin and Dale. Cremation is planned with private family services. Inurnment and a Celebration of Life will be at a date yet to be determined in Smolan, KS at the Mission Hills Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas State University Foundation for the KSU Gardens or the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alice Elizabeth Cline Fehr, age 94, grabbed her angel wings and went to spend her eternal life with our Lord Jesus on December 17, 2020 after spending a short period of time, surrounded by her family, in the comfort of the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas. Alice was born on December 12th, 1926 in Little River, Kansas, the only daughter and 10th child born to Harry Edgar and Mary Elizabeth (Barr) Cline. Alice lived her entire lifetime within a couple hours of Salina….as a child in the Oakley area, most of her education in Salina Area, then on to New Cambria, Wakefield, back to Salina, then to Herington, back to Salina and her final years in Manhattan to be closer to her 4 children and grandkids and great grandchildren. Alice attended Smolan High School as a freshman and graduated from Assaria High School. She followed her dream to become a cosmetologist after graduating from Stewart Beauty School in 1945. She was united in marriage to Bernard Albert Fehr, after he served in the Army during World War 11. They were married on April 30, 1950 at the First United Methodist Church in Salina. Alice and Bernard settled on a Farm at New Cambria and started their family…their first 3 children were born before they journeyed to a farm in Wakefield, Kansas. Alice enjoyed being a farm wife and a mother. She had grown up out west during the days of the dust bowls and the depression, so she learned to appreciate a humble home, to enjoy nature’s bounties, to have fun and share joy. She had the kindest, most loving heart and a smile as bright as the sunshine, until her death. Family was special. Alice grew up with 10 brothers, the next to youngest child. Her dad would boast that he had 10 sons and each one of them had a sister! She enjoyed raising her own children and never missed any opportunity to be with them all the way thru schools, marriages, grandchildren and her latest joys, great grandchildren. Always active in the church in each community, she taught Sunday School, joined Ladies groups, served funeral luncheons, attended as many bible studies as she possibly could and was a faithful servant who walked closely with Jesus. Alice learned to paint with oils and became an incredible artist with a flair for Victorian paintings. She enjoyed being a member of a small group of people who created miniature boxes and houses and scenes. She made beautiful hat boxes and filled them with treasures she found at garage sales and auctions. Refinishing many beautiful pieces of antique furniture that she enjoyed salvaging was another passion. She loved to piece together jewelry and create one of a kind pins and bracelets and necklaces and hat pins which she gifted and so proudly wore…..Rarely without a special necklace to compliment her outfits. Alice will be missed by so many who have been wonderfully impacted by her love, including her 4 children, daughter, Cindy Fehr Roberts (Jim) of Herington, sons, Leslie Bernard Fehr (Corrine) of Junction City, Gaylen Edward Fehr (Carol) of Marysville and Ronald Ray Fehr (Renee) of Manhattan; her 11 Grandchildren: Michael, Benjamin, Andrea, Brian, Jordan, Becky, Kelsey, Nicholas, Bret, Alec, Jill and 15 Great Grandchildren: Gabrielle, EJ, Emmett, twins-Francesca and Winston, Isaac, Lyla, Cameran, twins-Caroline and Henry, Raleigh, Reed, Holland, Grayson and Olivia. Proceeding her in death were her husband, Bernard, Her parents, her 10 brothers-Russell, Albert, Foster, Harry, Paul Dwight, Rolland, Dean, Ray, Calvin and Dale. Cremation is planned with private family services. Inurnment and a Celebration of Life will be at a date yet to be determined in Smolan, KS at the Mission Hills Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas State University Foundation for the KSU Gardens or the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alice Elizabeth Cline Fehr - December 12, 1926-December 17, 2020

Robert “Bob” Dale Brockish, 77, of Wamego, Kansas, died Saturday, December 19, 2020, at the Wamego Health Center. &nbsp;He was a life-long resident of the area.

Bob was born May 29, 1943, in Westmoreland, Kansas, the son of Oscar F. and Josephine Sable Brockish. &nbsp;He attended parochial schools and graduated from Luckey Catholic High School in 1961.

Bob worked many years for McCall Pattern Company in Manhattan. &nbsp;He started out doing janitorial work and then became a printing press operator. He retired in 1985. Following his retirement, Bob, did odd job around the area. Prior to McCall’s, Bob worked for a grocery store in Manhattan. &nbsp;In his early years, Bob enjoyed bowling. &nbsp;He also served as an altar boy at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Wamego.

Bob is survived by his children; Robert Dale Brockish, Jr., (Marie), Hutchinson, and Theresa Lake (Edward), Junction City; his grandchildren, Ashley, Jaime, amber, Shanice, Justin, and twelve great-grandchildren. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Harry Brockish, Donald Brockish, William Brockish, and Rita Kilner.

A private burial was held in St. Bernard’s Catholic Cemetery in Wamego. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to St Bernard’s Catholic Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.

Robert “Bob” Dale Brockish, 77, of Wamego, Kansas, died Saturday, December 19, 2020, at the Wamego Health Center. &nbsp;He was a life-long resident of the area.Bob was born May 29, 1943, in Westmoreland, Kansas, the son of Oscar F. and Josephine Sable Brockish. &nbsp;He attended parochial schools and graduated from Luckey Catholic High School in 1961.Bob worked many years for McCall Pattern Company in Manhattan. &nbsp;He started out doing janitorial work and then became a printing press operator. He retired in 1985. Following his retirement, Bob, did odd job around the area. Prior to McCall’s, Bob worked for a grocery store in Manhattan. &nbsp;In his early years, Bob enjoyed bowling. &nbsp;He also served as an altar boy at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Wamego.Bob is survived by his children; Robert Dale Brockish, Jr., (Marie), Hutchinson, and Theresa Lake (Edward), Junction City; his grandchildren, Ashley, Jaime, amber, Shanice, Justin, and twelve great-grandchildren. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Harry Brockish, Donald Brockish, William Brockish, and Rita Kilner.A private burial was held in St. Bernard’s Catholic Cemetery in Wamego. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to St Bernard’s Catholic Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.

Robert “Bob” Dale Brockish

Kenneth Dean Muller, age 91 lifetime resident of Council Grove, Kansas passed away December 21, 2020.&nbsp; He was born January 3, 1929 in Abilene, KS to Fred and Nora (Leckron) Muller. He attended grade school in Delavan, before moving to the Hillsprings Community in 1938, where he attended school until the 8th grade. Kenneth lived his entire life in the Four Mile Community.&nbsp; He was in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956. Kenneth married Donna Schoof Muller in 1954 and later divorced in 1992.&nbsp; He later married Eleanor Hertlein Phillips on February 14, 2003.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Freda Brockelman, son Todd Muller, and wife Eleanor.

Kenny is survived by his daughter Suzanne Hokett and husband Joe, of Salina; son Richard Muller and wife Tammy, of Council Grove; step-daughters Cindy Krisman (Dale), of Emporia and JaNell Brown (Jack), of Dwight; grandson Ty Muller of Austin, TX and granddaughter Megan McNeal (Henry) of Omaha, NE; Sara Weaver (Jesse) of Osage City and Jordan Krisman of Wichita; and numerous other grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Kenny will lie in state from 1:00 to 3:00, Monday, December 28th, at Sawyer Funeral Home. &nbsp;&nbsp;Graveside services will be held at 2:00, Tuesday, December 29th, at Four Mile Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required. Memorial contributions may be made to Morris County Youth Rodeo Association or Morris County 4-H Foundation.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Kenneth Dean Muller, age 91 lifetime resident of Council Grove, Kansas passed away December 21, 2020.&nbsp; He was born January 3, 1929 in Abilene, KS to Fred and Nora (Leckron) Muller. He attended grade school in Delavan, before moving to the Hillsprings Community in 1938, where he attended school until the 8th grade. Kenneth lived his entire life in the Four Mile Community.&nbsp; He was in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956. Kenneth married Donna Schoof Muller in 1954 and later divorced in 1992.&nbsp; He later married Eleanor Hertlein Phillips on February 14, 2003.He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Freda Brockelman, son Todd Muller, and wife Eleanor.Kenny is survived by his daughter Suzanne Hokett and husband Joe, of Salina; son Richard Muller and wife Tammy, of Council Grove; step-daughters Cindy Krisman (Dale), of Emporia and JaNell Brown (Jack), of Dwight; grandson Ty Muller of Austin, TX and granddaughter Megan McNeal (Henry) of Omaha, NE; Sara Weaver (Jesse) of Osage City and Jordan Krisman of Wichita; and numerous other grandchildren and great grandchildren.Kenny will lie in state from 1:00 to 3:00, Monday, December 28th, at Sawyer Funeral Home. &nbsp;&nbsp;Graveside services will be held at 2:00, Tuesday, December 29th, at Four Mile Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required. Memorial contributions may be made to Morris County Youth Rodeo Association or Morris County 4-H Foundation.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Kenneth Dean Muller

Gene’s life began on December 22, 1959 in Herington.&nbsp; He was the son of Donald Herpich and Shirley (Bell) Herpich-Harmon.&nbsp; Gene was a 1978 graduate of Herington High School.&nbsp; He loved to farm and ranch.&nbsp; Gene owned his own spraying business and did custom farming for area farmers.&nbsp; He was united in marriage to the former Alfrieda Byers on August 31, 2003 at the First Christian Church in Herington.&nbsp;Gene was a good steward of his land and loved to work.&nbsp; He enjoyed deer and dove hunting, shooting clay pigeons and downhill skiing in Colorado.&nbsp; Gene was very social and loved visiting with friends.

His loving family includes his wife Alfrieda of Burdick, mother and step father Shirley and Lester Harmon of Herington; children Nick (Ashley) Herpich of Herington, and Morgan ( James Wegner) Herpich of Abilene; step children Kevin Smith of Chapman, Jami (Chad Weller) Bell of Chapman, Erin Smith of Abilene, Matthew (Crystal) Smith of Raymore, MO, Scott (Sara) Smith of Salina and Randi Smith of Salina; 13 grandchildren; siblings Thomas (Connie) Herpich of Burdick, Kerry (Ken) Swinney of Derby, Scott ( Kathy) Herpich of Herington, and Lori (Arthur) Hughes of Wichita and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Gene passed away on December 21, 2020 at Via Christi-Manhattan.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his father. &nbsp;His family will gather with friends on Saturday December 26, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Herington led by Pastor Shawn Baird.&nbsp; He will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery following the service.&nbsp; Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Gene’s name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp;

Gene’s life began on December 22, 1959 in Herington.&nbsp; He was the son of Donald Herpich and Shirley (Bell) Herpich-Harmon.&nbsp; Gene was a 1978 graduate of Herington High School.&nbsp; He loved to farm and ranch.&nbsp; Gene owned his own spraying business and did custom farming for area farmers.&nbsp; He was united in marriage to the former Alfrieda Byers on August 31, 2003 at the First Christian Church in Herington.&nbsp;Gene was a good steward of his land and loved to work.&nbsp; He enjoyed deer and dove hunting, shooting clay pigeons and downhill skiing in Colorado.&nbsp; Gene was very social and loved visiting with friends.His loving family includes his wife Alfrieda of Burdick, mother and step father Shirley and Lester Harmon of Herington; children Nick (Ashley) Herpich of Herington, and Morgan ( James Wegner) Herpich of Abilene; step children Kevin Smith of Chapman, Jami (Chad Weller) Bell of Chapman, Erin Smith of Abilene, Matthew (Crystal) Smith of Raymore, MO, Scott (Sara) Smith of Salina and Randi Smith of Salina; 13 grandchildren; siblings Thomas (Connie) Herpich of Burdick, Kerry (Ken) Swinney of Derby, Scott ( Kathy) Herpich of Herington, and Lori (Arthur) Hughes of Wichita and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Gene passed away on December 21, 2020 at Via Christi-Manhattan.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his father. &nbsp;His family will gather with friends on Saturday December 26, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Herington led by Pastor Shawn Baird.&nbsp; He will be laid to rest in Sunset Hill Cemetery following the service.&nbsp; Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Gene’s name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp;

Gene L. Herpich - December 22, 1959-December 21, 2020 (age 60)

Carolyn R. Julian, age 90, of Council Grove, passed away December 21, 2020 at the Morris County Hospital.

She was born December 15, 1930 in Council Grove, KS, daughter of Floyd and Ruth Logue White. She graduated from Council Grove High School in 1948.

Carolyn worked at the Medical Center for several years.&nbsp; She enjoyed baking (she was very well known for her pies), quilting, gardening and spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; She was a member of the United Methodist Church.

Carolyn married Bob Brown and to that union, they had 2 children: Carol and John.&nbsp; After the death of Bob, Carolyn married Newell (Beaver) Julian November 25, 1960.&nbsp; To that union, they had 2 children:&nbsp; Sara and Neil.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, son John, daughters Sara and Carol, brothers Floyd, Jr and Don, and sisters Dorothy and Betty.

Carolyn is survived by her son Neil Julian and wife Debbie; grandchildren: Sara Engel (Kasey), Thad Julian (Amanda) and Bobby Brown. Great-grandchildren: Jason, Jerrel, Rilynn, Conner, Jett and Kynlee; and brother Ted White.

A memorial graveside service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS&nbsp; 66846.

Carolyn R. Julian, age 90, of Council Grove, passed away December 21, 2020 at the Morris County Hospital.She was born December 15, 1930 in Council Grove, KS, daughter of Floyd and Ruth Logue White. She graduated from Council Grove High School in 1948.Carolyn worked at the Medical Center for several years.&nbsp; She enjoyed baking (she was very well known for her pies), quilting, gardening and spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; She was a member of the United Methodist Church.Carolyn married Bob Brown and to that union, they had 2 children: Carol and John.&nbsp; After the death of Bob, Carolyn married Newell (Beaver) Julian November 25, 1960.&nbsp; To that union, they had 2 children:&nbsp; Sara and Neil.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, son John, daughters Sara and Carol, brothers Floyd, Jr and Don, and sisters Dorothy and Betty.Carolyn is survived by her son Neil Julian and wife Debbie; grandchildren: Sara Engel (Kasey), Thad Julian (Amanda) and Bobby Brown. Great-grandchildren: Jason, Jerrel, Rilynn, Conner, Jett and Kynlee; and brother Ted White.A memorial graveside service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS&nbsp; 66846.

Carolyn R. Julian

Wilbur H. Smith, 90, of Herington, Kansas, passed away December 17, 2020.&nbsp; He was born March 18, 1930 in Ellsworth, Kansas to Benson h. Smith and Eunice V. (Giesler) Smith) Walter.&nbsp; Wilbur “Smitty” graduated from Lincoln High School in 1948. He served in the US Army from Feb. 1951 to Nov. 1952, serving most of his time in Korea.

On September 8th, 1952, Smitty married the love of his life, Phyllis A. Long in Lincoln, NE. In 1954, Smitty and Phyl moved to Wichita, KS, where Smitty enrolled into Wichita Univeristy (WSU). He graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Geology in 1958. Smitty worked for the State Highway Commission as an Engineer for 7 years. In 1965, Smitty and Phyl moved to Herington, where Smitty started working for State Farm Insurance and retired after 30 years.

Smitty was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Easter Star, Shriners, VFW Auxiliary as well as VFW lifetime member. Smitty loved traveling, camping and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all.

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father Henry Walter, half-brother Ronald E. Walter, step-brother Virgil Walter, and step-sister Darlen Loman.

Smitty is survived by his loving wife Phyllis; son Benson H. Smith (Caroline) of Herington; daughter Jacquline M. Miller (Kevin) of Delavan; brother Silas Smith (Peggy) of St. Louis, MO; step-sister Elvera Miller of Olathe, and step-brother Gerald Walter of Lincoln, KS; 4 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Due to the Covid Pandemic, a Celebration of Smitty’s Life will be held at a later time.&nbsp; A private family burial will be held at Lincoln, KS.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children or Herington Historical Society Museum. They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Wilbur H. Smith, 90, of Herington, Kansas, passed away December 17, 2020.&nbsp; He was born March 18, 1930 in Ellsworth, Kansas to Benson h. Smith and Eunice V. (Giesler) Smith) Walter.&nbsp; Wilbur “Smitty” graduated from Lincoln High School in 1948. He served in the US Army from Feb. 1951 to Nov. 1952, serving most of his time in Korea.On September 8th, 1952, Smitty married the love of his life, Phyllis A. Long in Lincoln, NE. In 1954, Smitty and Phyl moved to Wichita, KS, where Smitty enrolled into Wichita Univeristy (WSU). He graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Geology in 1958. Smitty worked for the State Highway Commission as an Engineer for 7 years. In 1965, Smitty and Phyl moved to Herington, where Smitty started working for State Farm Insurance and retired after 30 years.Smitty was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Easter Star, Shriners, VFW Auxiliary as well as VFW lifetime member. Smitty loved traveling, camping and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all.He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father Henry Walter, half-brother Ronald E. Walter, step-brother Virgil Walter, and step-sister Darlen Loman.Smitty is survived by his loving wife Phyllis; son Benson H. Smith (Caroline) of Herington; daughter Jacquline M. Miller (Kevin) of Delavan; brother Silas Smith (Peggy) of St. Louis, MO; step-sister Elvera Miller of Olathe, and step-brother Gerald Walter of Lincoln, KS; 4 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.Due to the Covid Pandemic, a Celebration of Smitty’s Life will be held at a later time.&nbsp; A private family burial will be held at Lincoln, KS.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children or Herington Historical Society Museum. They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Wilbur H. Smith

Hazel Jean Renninger, 89, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital. Prior to her death, she was a resident at Valley View Senior Life. Due to COVID-19, Hazel will have a private burial at Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Geary County Animal Shelter. She was born on February 27, 1931, in Mt. Olivet, Kentucky the daughter of Adam Thomas and Lettie Marie (Ogden) Benson. Hazel grew up in Northern Kentucky and lived in Cincinnati, OH. before relocating to Ft. Riley, KS in the mid 1950's. She was married to Bradford McIntosh. She later married Donald Renninger who preceded her in death. Donald and Hazel lived in Junction City, Kansas. Those left to mourn her loss are her loving daughters, Paulette McIntosh of Washington, KS, Jerri McIntosh of Junction City, KS; Kathleen Jury and her husband Steve of Hillsboro, KS and one step-daughter Dianne Devine of El Paso, TX. She is survived by her grandchildren, Lacy Guiot, Amber Guiot both of Junction City, KS, Kyle Jury and wife Rachel Jury of Salina, KS, Benjamin Jury and wife Elizabeth of Topeka, KS and Olivia Jury of Hillsboro, KS. and two great-grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hazel Jean Renninger, 89, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital. Prior to her death, she was a resident at Valley View Senior Life. Due to COVID-19, Hazel will have a private burial at Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Geary County Animal Shelter. She was born on February 27, 1931, in Mt. Olivet, Kentucky the daughter of Adam Thomas and Lettie Marie (Ogden) Benson. Hazel grew up in Northern Kentucky and lived in Cincinnati, OH. before relocating to Ft. Riley, KS in the mid 1950's. She was married to Bradford McIntosh. She later married Donald Renninger who preceded her in death. Donald and Hazel lived in Junction City, Kansas. Those left to mourn her loss are her loving daughters, Paulette McIntosh of Washington, KS, Jerri McIntosh of Junction City, KS; Kathleen Jury and her husband Steve of Hillsboro, KS and one step-daughter Dianne Devine of El Paso, TX. She is survived by her grandchildren, Lacy Guiot, Amber Guiot both of Junction City, KS, Kyle Jury and wife Rachel Jury of Salina, KS, Benjamin Jury and wife Elizabeth of Topeka, KS and Olivia Jury of Hillsboro, KS. and two great-grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hazel Jean Renninger

Myrna R. Spicer, 82, of Enterprise, KS formerly of Abilene, KS, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at the Enterprise Estates Nursing Center in Enterprise. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned.

Myrna R. Spicer, 82, of Enterprise, KS formerly of Abilene, KS, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at the Enterprise Estates Nursing Center in Enterprise. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned.

Myrna R. Spicer

Ellen Kathleen "Kathy" Young passed away peacefully on December 17, 2020, after a valiant, 3 week battle with acute myeloid leukemia.

Kathy was born in Newton, KS on February 3, 1943 to Clem and Margaret White.

Kathy attended Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; This is where she met the love of her life Wayne Young. &nbsp; She saw Wayne playing football on the TV during the 1961 Camilla Bowl and knew she was going to marry that man.&nbsp; Wayne saw Kathy walking through the student union, in a nice sweater, and knew he was going to marry her!&nbsp; They were married on July 26, 1964 in Newton, KS.

Kathy’s passion in life was teaching young children to read.&nbsp; She taught first grade for 25 and then after receiving her Masters in Reading from the University of Colorado she became an intervention reading teacher.&nbsp; She taught in Colorado Springs for 25&nbsp; years.

Wayne and Kathy retired in 2003 and built their dream home in Estes Park, Colorado.&nbsp; They loved hiking in the national park and sitting on the deck watching the birds.&nbsp; Family and friends loved visiting Estes and staying with Wayne and Kathy.&nbsp; While in Estes Park she enjoyed watching Sadie Rose play high school sports and they spent time cooking recipes from the family cookbook.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

In July 2020 it was time to get more help for her beloved husband Wayne as his dementia was too much for Kathy to manage on her own.&nbsp; So she moved back to Kansas and settled in Clay Center.&nbsp; Kathy was close to Wayne’s nursing home and was now able to spend time with her Kansas grandchildren.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching Lindley on the Topeka news, Luke and Carter’s football games and wrestling matches.&nbsp; She would help Carter and Margot with homework and reading several days a week.&nbsp;

She is survived by her soul mate of 57 years Wayne, her daughter Keri Vik of Estes Park, and her son Tyce Young (Crystal) of Clay Center.&nbsp; Her&nbsp; beloved grandchildren Sadie Rose Vik of Estes Park, Lindley Mae Lund of Topeka, Luke August Young, Carter Christan Young, and Margot Kathleen Young of Clay Center.&nbsp; Brother Larry White (Jolene) of Cinnicnati, OH, sister Donna Kay Lehner (John) of White Rock, NM and Bruce White (Betty) of North Newton, KS, Brother-in-law, Gary Steed of Wichita, Kansas and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lincoln School Project Lead c/o the funeral home.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 21 from 3-8 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22, at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center.

The graveside will be live-streamed on the  Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home Facebook page.

Ellen Kathleen "Kathy" Young passed away peacefully on December 17, 2020, after a valiant, 3 week battle with acute myeloid leukemia.Kathy was born in Newton, KS on February 3, 1943 to Clem and Margaret White.Kathy attended Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS.&nbsp; This is where she met the love of her life Wayne Young. &nbsp; She saw Wayne playing football on the TV during the 1961 Camilla Bowl and knew she was going to marry that man.&nbsp; Wayne saw Kathy walking through the student union, in a nice sweater, and knew he was going to marry her!&nbsp; They were married on July 26, 1964 in Newton, KS.Kathy’s passion in life was teaching young children to read.&nbsp; She taught first grade for 25 and then after receiving her Masters in Reading from the University of Colorado she became an intervention reading teacher.&nbsp; She taught in Colorado Springs for 25&nbsp; years.Wayne and Kathy retired in 2003 and built their dream home in Estes Park, Colorado.&nbsp; They loved hiking in the national park and sitting on the deck watching the birds.&nbsp; Family and friends loved visiting Estes and staying with Wayne and Kathy.&nbsp; While in Estes Park she enjoyed watching Sadie Rose play high school sports and they spent time cooking recipes from the family cookbook.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In July 2020 it was time to get more help for her beloved husband Wayne as his dementia was too much for Kathy to manage on her own.&nbsp; So she moved back to Kansas and settled in Clay Center.&nbsp; Kathy was close to Wayne’s nursing home and was now able to spend time with her Kansas grandchildren.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching Lindley on the Topeka news, Luke and Carter’s football games and wrestling matches.&nbsp; She would help Carter and Margot with homework and reading several days a week.&nbsp;She is survived by her soul mate of 57 years Wayne, her daughter Keri Vik of Estes Park, and her son Tyce Young (Crystal) of Clay Center.&nbsp; Her&nbsp; beloved grandchildren Sadie Rose Vik of Estes Park, Lindley Mae Lund of Topeka, Luke August Young, Carter Christan Young, and Margot Kathleen Young of Clay Center.&nbsp; Brother Larry White (Jolene) of Cinnicnati, OH, sister Donna Kay Lehner (John) of White Rock, NM and Bruce White (Betty) of North Newton, KS, Brother-in-law, Gary Steed of Wichita, Kansas and many nieces and nephews.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lincoln School Project Lead c/o the funeral home.Visitation will be held on Monday, December 21 from 3-8 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22, at the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center.The graveside will be live-streamed on the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home Facebook page.

Ellen Kathleen "Kathy" Young 

Lee Kauffman,96, passed away on December 18, 2020, at her residence in Newton, Kansas. She was born August 7,1924 in Barton County, Kansas to Ida and Siegmund Dietz. In 1948 Lee married Donald Doyle of Lakin, Kansas, who passed away in 1949. Lee and Derald Kauffman were married at Milberger, Kansas, on August 16, 1952, and were married for 50 years. Lee and Derald were lifelong Kansans, residing in Garden City and Scott City before settling in Abilene in 1963. Lee attended Salt City Business College in Hutchinson, then worked at Dun &amp; Bradstreet Corporation in Wichita. She was a homemaker and also a skin care consultant for Luzier Cosmetics for 43 years. Lee was a charter member of Abilene Christian Women’s Club, involved in First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years, and received the honor of being the oldest and longest serving volunteer at Abilene Memorial Health System in 2014. She enjoyed bowling for many years, often as part of a winning team, as well as crocheting and traveling. Lee was a loving mother and grandmother and people enjoyed her presence. Surviving her are daughters Mona (George) Krievins of Newton and Noreen (Ed) Fenton of Topeka, sister Esther Karst of Hoisington, and brother Markus (Caroline) Dietz of McPherson. Lee is also survived by grandsons Matt Stowe (fiance Nicole) of Overland Park, and Tony Stowe (girlfriend Emily) of Kansas City, step granddaughters Alaina (Matt) Martin of Austin, Texas, and Kayla (Caleb) Lind of Norfolk, Nebraska, and their families, which include eight great-grandchildren. A number of dear nieces and nephews and longtime friends also stayed connected with Lee throughout her long life. Lee was preceded in death by husband Don, husband Derald, her infant daughter, Donelda Doyle, and her sisters Rosa Nulik and Helen Landon, brothers Edwin Dietz and Luther Dietz, two nephews, Stan Karst and Loren Dietz, and great niece Amy Drake. A service to celebrate the life of Lee Kauffman will be held at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene on Wednesday, December 23 at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family asks those attending to wear masks and seating will be limited due to COVID precautions. Lee will be laid to rest in the Abilene cemetery following the service. Memorials may be given to MHS Volunteer Corps in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. For those unable to attend, the service may be watched live at https://www.facebook.com/events/3612699965457652/&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lee Kauffman,96, passed away on December 18, 2020, at her residence in Newton, Kansas. She was born August 7,1924 in Barton County, Kansas to Ida and Siegmund Dietz. In 1948 Lee married Donald Doyle of Lakin, Kansas, who passed away in 1949. Lee and Derald Kauffman were married at Milberger, Kansas, on August 16, 1952, and were married for 50 years. Lee and Derald were lifelong Kansans, residing in Garden City and Scott City before settling in Abilene in 1963. Lee attended Salt City Business College in Hutchinson, then worked at Dun &amp; Bradstreet Corporation in Wichita. She was a homemaker and also a skin care consultant for Luzier Cosmetics for 43 years. Lee was a charter member of Abilene Christian Women’s Club, involved in First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years, and received the honor of being the oldest and longest serving volunteer at Abilene Memorial Health System in 2014. She enjoyed bowling for many years, often as part of a winning team, as well as crocheting and traveling. Lee was a loving mother and grandmother and people enjoyed her presence. Surviving her are daughters Mona (George) Krievins of Newton and Noreen (Ed) Fenton of Topeka, sister Esther Karst of Hoisington, and brother Markus (Caroline) Dietz of McPherson. Lee is also survived by grandsons Matt Stowe (fiance Nicole) of Overland Park, and Tony Stowe (girlfriend Emily) of Kansas City, step granddaughters Alaina (Matt) Martin of Austin, Texas, and Kayla (Caleb) Lind of Norfolk, Nebraska, and their families, which include eight great-grandchildren. A number of dear nieces and nephews and longtime friends also stayed connected with Lee throughout her long life. Lee was preceded in death by husband Don, husband Derald, her infant daughter, Donelda Doyle, and her sisters Rosa Nulik and Helen Landon, brothers Edwin Dietz and Luther Dietz, two nephews, Stan Karst and Loren Dietz, and great niece Amy Drake. A service to celebrate the life of Lee Kauffman will be held at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene on Wednesday, December 23 at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family asks those attending to wear masks and seating will be limited due to COVID precautions. Lee will be laid to rest in the Abilene cemetery following the service. Memorials may be given to MHS Volunteer Corps in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. For those unable to attend, the service may be watched live at https://www.facebook.com/events/3612699965457652/&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leona E "Lee" Kauffman  -  August 7th, 1924-December 18th, 2020

Kenneth Sherraden, of Chapman, died on December 17, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital in Junction City, Kansas. Ken was 73 years old. Ken was born in Salina August 17, 1947, son of Eythel Evelyn “Teed” (Freeman) Sherraden and William Eugene “Bill” Sherraden. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Debra Ann (Sherraden) Mills. Ken was married to Janet Lorraine (Drinen) Sherraden on March 22, 1967. Ken and Janet had four children: Scott Tracy Sherraden and his wife Cindy of Hutchinson, Staci Sue (Sherraden) Rice and her husband Jeff of Hutchinson, Stephanie Ann (Sherraden) Chance and her husband Kennith “Brandon” of Tennessee, and Shawn Travis Sherraden and his wife Melissa of Chapman. Ken had 5 grandchildren: Timothy Sherraden, Brandon Sherraden, Adeline Sherraden, Jonathan Sherraden, and Evelyn Sherraden. Ken grew up in Kirwin Kansas and Chapman Kansas and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1965. Ken joined the Navy after high school and served as a radioman in the Vietnam War. Upon completion of military service, he graduated from Fort Hays State University with a degree in Zoology. He worked as a Natural and Cultural Resources Specialist for the Soil Conservation Service. Ken grew up a naturalist, and enjoyed bird watching and fishing. Private graveside services and inurnment of the ashes will be held in Chapman at the Indian Hill Cemetery in January. Online condolences may be left for the family through the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at www.londeenfuneralchapel.com. The family requests memorials be given to the Chapman Schools or the Fort Hays State University Biological Sciences Department. They may be sent in care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at PO Box 411, Chapman, KS 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth Sherraden, of Chapman, died on December 17, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital in Junction City, Kansas. Ken was 73 years old. Ken was born in Salina August 17, 1947, son of Eythel Evelyn “Teed” (Freeman) Sherraden and William Eugene “Bill” Sherraden. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Debra Ann (Sherraden) Mills. Ken was married to Janet Lorraine (Drinen) Sherraden on March 22, 1967. Ken and Janet had four children: Scott Tracy Sherraden and his wife Cindy of Hutchinson, Staci Sue (Sherraden) Rice and her husband Jeff of Hutchinson, Stephanie Ann (Sherraden) Chance and her husband Kennith “Brandon” of Tennessee, and Shawn Travis Sherraden and his wife Melissa of Chapman. Ken had 5 grandchildren: Timothy Sherraden, Brandon Sherraden, Adeline Sherraden, Jonathan Sherraden, and Evelyn Sherraden. Ken grew up in Kirwin Kansas and Chapman Kansas and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1965. Ken joined the Navy after high school and served as a radioman in the Vietnam War. Upon completion of military service, he graduated from Fort Hays State University with a degree in Zoology. He worked as a Natural and Cultural Resources Specialist for the Soil Conservation Service. Ken grew up a naturalist, and enjoyed bird watching and fishing. Private graveside services and inurnment of the ashes will be held in Chapman at the Indian Hill Cemetery in January. Online condolences may be left for the family through the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at www.londeenfuneralchapel.com. The family requests memorials be given to the Chapman Schools or the Fort Hays State University Biological Sciences Department. They may be sent in care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel at PO Box 411, Chapman, KS 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth Sherraden

Alice Elizabeth Cline Fehr, age 94, grabbed her angel wings and went to spend her eternal life with our Lord Jesus on December 17, 2020 after spending a short period of time, surrounded by her family, in the comfort of the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas. Alice was born on December 12th, 1926 in Little River, Kansas, the only daughter and 10th child born to Harry Edgar and Mary Elizabeth (Barr) Cline. Alice lived her entire lifetime within a couple hours of Salina….as a child in the Oakley area, most of her education in Salina Area, then on to New Cambria, Wakefield, back to Salina, then to Herington, back to Salina and her final years in Manhattan to be closer to her 4 children and grandkids and great grandchildren. Alice attended Smolan High School as a freshman and graduated from Assaria High School. She followed her dream to become a cosmetologist after graduating from Stewart Beauty School in 1945. She was united in marriage to Bernard Albert Fehr, after he served in the Army during World War 11. They were married on April 30, 1950 at the First United Methodist Church in Salina. Alice and Bernard settled on a Farm at New Cambria and started their family…their first 3 children were born before they journeyed to a farm in Wakefield, Kansas. Alice enjoyed being a farm wife and a mother. She had grown up out west during the days of the dust bowls and the depression, so she learned to appreciate a humble home, to enjoy nature’s bounties, to have fun and share joy. She had the kindest, most loving heart and a smile as bright as the sunshine, until her death. Family was special. Alice grew up with 10 brothers, the next to youngest child. Her dad would boast that he had 10 sons and each one of them had a sister! She enjoyed raising her own children and never missed any opportunity to be with them all the way thru schools, marriages, grandchildren and her latest joys, great grandchildren. Always active in the church in each community, she taught Sunday School, joined Ladies groups, served funeral luncheons, attended as many bible studies as she possibly could and was a faithful servant who walked closely with Jesus. Alice learned to paint with oils and became an incredible artist with a flair for Victorian paintings. She enjoyed being a member of a small group of people who created miniature boxes and houses and scenes. She made beautiful hat boxes and filled them with treasures she found at garage sales and auctions. Refinishing many beautiful pieces of antique furniture that she enjoyed salvaging was another passion. She loved to piece together jewelry and create one of a kind pins and bracelets and necklaces and hat pins which she gifted and so proudly wore…..Rarely without a special necklace to compliment her outfits. Alice will be missed by so many who have been wonderfully impacted by her love, including her 4 children, daughter, Cindy Fehr Roberts (Jim) of Herington, sons, Leslie Bernard Fehr (Corrine) of Junction City, Gaylen Edward Fehr (Carol) of Marysville and Ronald Ray Fehr (Renee) of Manhattan; her 11 Grandchildren: Michael, Benjamin, Andrea, Brian, Jordan, Becky, Kelsey, Nicholas, Bret, Alec, Jill and 15 Great Grandchildren: Gabrielle, EJ, Emmett, twins-Francesca and Winston, Isaac, Lyla, Cameran, twins-Caroline and Henry, Raleigh, Reed, Holland, Grayson and Olivia. Proceeding her in death were her husband, Bernard, Her parents, her 10 brothers-Russell, Albert, Foster, Harry, Paul Dwight, Rolland, Dean, Ray, Calvin and Dale. Cremation is planned with private family services. Inurnment and a Celebration of Life will be at a date yet to be determined in Smolan, KS at the Mission Hills Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas State University Foundation for the KSU Gardens or the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alice Elizabeth Cline Fehr, age 94, grabbed her angel wings and went to spend her eternal life with our Lord Jesus on December 17, 2020 after spending a short period of time, surrounded by her family, in the comfort of the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas. Alice was born on December 12th, 1926 in Little River, Kansas, the only daughter and 10th child born to Harry Edgar and Mary Elizabeth (Barr) Cline. Alice lived her entire lifetime within a couple hours of Salina….as a child in the Oakley area, most of her education in Salina Area, then on to New Cambria, Wakefield, back to Salina, then to Herington, back to Salina and her final years in Manhattan to be closer to her 4 children and grandkids and great grandchildren. Alice attended Smolan High School as a freshman and graduated from Assaria High School. She followed her dream to become a cosmetologist after graduating from Stewart Beauty School in 1945. She was united in marriage to Bernard Albert Fehr, after he served in the Army during World War 11. They were married on April 30, 1950 at the First United Methodist Church in Salina. Alice and Bernard settled on a Farm at New Cambria and started their family…their first 3 children were born before they journeyed to a farm in Wakefield, Kansas. Alice enjoyed being a farm wife and a mother. She had grown up out west during the days of the dust bowls and the depression, so she learned to appreciate a humble home, to enjoy nature’s bounties, to have fun and share joy. She had the kindest, most loving heart and a smile as bright as the sunshine, until her death. Family was special. Alice grew up with 10 brothers, the next to youngest child. Her dad would boast that he had 10 sons and each one of them had a sister! She enjoyed raising her own children and never missed any opportunity to be with them all the way thru schools, marriages, grandchildren and her latest joys, great grandchildren. Always active in the church in each community, she taught Sunday School, joined Ladies groups, served funeral luncheons, attended as many bible studies as she possibly could and was a faithful servant who walked closely with Jesus. Alice learned to paint with oils and became an incredible artist with a flair for Victorian paintings. She enjoyed being a member of a small group of people who created miniature boxes and houses and scenes. She made beautiful hat boxes and filled them with treasures she found at garage sales and auctions. Refinishing many beautiful pieces of antique furniture that she enjoyed salvaging was another passion. She loved to piece together jewelry and create one of a kind pins and bracelets and necklaces and hat pins which she gifted and so proudly wore…..Rarely without a special necklace to compliment her outfits. Alice will be missed by so many who have been wonderfully impacted by her love, including her 4 children, daughter, Cindy Fehr Roberts (Jim) of Herington, sons, Leslie Bernard Fehr (Corrine) of Junction City, Gaylen Edward Fehr (Carol) of Marysville and Ronald Ray Fehr (Renee) of Manhattan; her 11 Grandchildren: Michael, Benjamin, Andrea, Brian, Jordan, Becky, Kelsey, Nicholas, Bret, Alec, Jill and 15 Great Grandchildren: Gabrielle, EJ, Emmett, twins-Francesca and Winston, Isaac, Lyla, Cameran, twins-Caroline and Henry, Raleigh, Reed, Holland, Grayson and Olivia. Proceeding her in death were her husband, Bernard, Her parents, her 10 brothers-Russell, Albert, Foster, Harry, Paul Dwight, Rolland, Dean, Ray, Calvin and Dale. Cremation is planned with private family services. Inurnment and a Celebration of Life will be at a date yet to be determined in Smolan, KS at the Mission Hills Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas State University Foundation for the KSU Gardens or the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Diane Lynn Kent, daughter of Sylvester "Buck" and Zella (Brown) Jacobs, was born December 4, 1944, in Norton, Kansas, and passed away at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Manhattan on December 20, 2020, at the age of 76. Diane grew up in Norton, KS and graduated from the Norton Community High School. She grew up with a love of swimming spending entire days and full summers at the local pool. She worked initially as a caregiver for elderly patients and those with disabilities at the state hospital before choosing a dedicated career as the head secretary at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School for decades. As someone completely devoted to family she chose her career to have every vacation off with her kids. Her favorite times were cooking and baking with and for her family, and spending time in her garden. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Lundberg, of Manhattan, her two sons, John Lucas Kent and his wife Kara, of Kansas City, and Jacob Lee Kent and his wife Angie of Denver, as well as seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Diane was preceded in death by her identical twin sister Deanna, sister Donna Shirley, her brother Bob, her parents, and her best friend Alice Johnson. She taught us what kindness was by living a daily example, touched so many lives at school and in our home, and planted the seed of Christ in our hearts growing up. It is easy to think about the loss we have, what she would want, and what we choose to remember, is the love filled life she gave to her children and friends. In Lieu of Flowers donations in her name can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. A Celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Carlson's Irvin Parkview Funeral Home. It will also be streamed live on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Carlsons-Irvin-Parkview-Funeral-Home-Cremation&nbsp;&nbsp;

Diane Lynn Kent, daughter of Sylvester "Buck" and Zella (Brown) Jacobs, was born December 4, 1944, in Norton, Kansas, and passed away at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in Manhattan on December 20, 2020, at the age of 76. Diane grew up in Norton, KS and graduated from the Norton Community High School. She grew up with a love of swimming spending entire days and full summers at the local pool. She worked initially as a caregiver for elderly patients and those with disabilities at the state hospital before choosing a dedicated career as the head secretary at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School for decades. As someone completely devoted to family she chose her career to have every vacation off with her kids. Her favorite times were cooking and baking with and for her family, and spending time in her garden. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Lundberg, of Manhattan, her two sons, John Lucas Kent and his wife Kara, of Kansas City, and Jacob Lee Kent and his wife Angie of Denver, as well as seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Diane was preceded in death by her identical twin sister Deanna, sister Donna Shirley, her brother Bob, her parents, and her best friend Alice Johnson. She taught us what kindness was by living a daily example, touched so many lives at school and in our home, and planted the seed of Christ in our hearts growing up. It is easy to think about the loss we have, what she would want, and what we choose to remember, is the love filled life she gave to her children and friends. In Lieu of Flowers donations in her name can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. A Celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Carlson's Irvin Parkview Funeral Home. It will also be streamed live on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Carlsons-Irvin-Parkview-Funeral-Home-Cremation&nbsp;&nbsp;

Diane Lynn Kent

Melvin Dale Matzke, 98, of Wheaton, Kansas, died Saturday, December 19, 2020, at the Wellsprings Care Center in Westmoreland. &nbsp;He was a life-long resident of the area.

Melvin was born March 15, 1922, in rural Wheaton, the son of William C. and Irene Kufahl Matzke. &nbsp;His mother died when Melvin was very young and he was raised by his father and, step-mother, Margaret Kufahl Matzke. &nbsp;He attended school in Duluth.

Melvin worked his entire adult life as a farmer and stockman. &nbsp;In his early years, he also drove a truck for his uncle’s hog collection operation. &nbsp;He was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church, a member of the Walther League, and served as president of the church men’s club. &nbsp;He was an active voter in the congregational voter’s assembly. &nbsp;Melvin spent his entire life working hard and raising his family.

Melvin married Henrietta Loreen Kufahl on March 8, 1945, in Duluth. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on August 17, 2013.

He is survived by his children; Alvin Matzke (Dee), Westmoreland, Wanda Magnett (Kenny), Blaine, and Vanessa Hill, Topeka; a daughter-in-law, Victoria Matzke, Blaine; his ten grandchildren, Jennifer Davis (Larry), Brian Matzke (Marcie), Brent Matzke (Marcie), Karla Rice (Rex), Kenyon Magnett (Marsha), Kristine Meier (Craig), Carrie Ross (Travis), Trixy Falke (Jake), Morgan Hill, Grant Hill (Ashley); twenty-four great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Melvin was also preceded in death by his parents, his son, Stanley Matzke, a grandson, Kent Magnett, a great-great-grandson, Bentley Reed, daughter-in-law, Katheryn Matzke, son-in-law, Carl Hill, and his brother, Marcellus Matzke.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Fairview (Fox) Cemetery on Fox road south of Wheaton. &nbsp;Melvin will lie-in-state beginning at 2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton, where the family will greet friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. &nbsp;A Prayer service will be held at 7:00 pm. &nbsp;They suggest memorial contributions to St. Luke Lutheran Church, and those may be sent in the care of Campanella-Kufahl Funeral Home.

Melvin Dale Matzke, 98, of Wheaton, Kansas, died Saturday, December 19, 2020, at the Wellsprings Care Center in Westmoreland. &nbsp;He was a life-long resident of the area.Melvin was born March 15, 1922, in rural Wheaton, the son of William C. and Irene Kufahl Matzke. &nbsp;His mother died when Melvin was very young and he was raised by his father and, step-mother, Margaret Kufahl Matzke. &nbsp;He attended school in Duluth.Melvin worked his entire adult life as a farmer and stockman. &nbsp;In his early years, he also drove a truck for his uncle’s hog collection operation. &nbsp;He was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church, a member of the Walther League, and served as president of the church men’s club. &nbsp;He was an active voter in the congregational voter’s assembly. &nbsp;Melvin spent his entire life working hard and raising his family.Melvin married Henrietta Loreen Kufahl on March 8, 1945, in Duluth. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on August 17, 2013.He is survived by his children; Alvin Matzke (Dee), Westmoreland, Wanda Magnett (Kenny), Blaine, and Vanessa Hill, Topeka; a daughter-in-law, Victoria Matzke, Blaine; his ten grandchildren, Jennifer Davis (Larry), Brian Matzke (Marcie), Brent Matzke (Marcie), Karla Rice (Rex), Kenyon Magnett (Marsha), Kristine Meier (Craig), Carrie Ross (Travis), Trixy Falke (Jake), Morgan Hill, Grant Hill (Ashley); twenty-four great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Melvin was also preceded in death by his parents, his son, Stanley Matzke, a grandson, Kent Magnett, a great-great-grandson, Bentley Reed, daughter-in-law, Katheryn Matzke, son-in-law, Carl Hill, and his brother, Marcellus Matzke.A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Fairview (Fox) Cemetery on Fox road south of Wheaton. &nbsp;Melvin will lie-in-state beginning at 2:00 p.m., on Tuesday, at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton, where the family will greet friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. &nbsp;A Prayer service will be held at 7:00 pm. &nbsp;They suggest memorial contributions to St. Luke Lutheran Church, and those may be sent in the care of Campanella-Kufahl Funeral Home.

Melvin Dale Matzke

Maxine Grafe Block left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 14, 2020 at Diversicare in Council Grove, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine was born October 6, 1914 in Emmett, Idaho.&nbsp; She moved to San Diego, California in 1930 where she worked for Convair Aviation until 1946.&nbsp; In 1945 she met Glen Block, who was stationed in San Diego in the Navy.&nbsp; They married in 1946 and moved to a farm near White City, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine worked many years sewing at the Paragon Dress Factory in Herington and lived on the farm until Glen’s passing in 2004.&nbsp;

Glen and Maxine love dancing to the tunes of the Big Bands.&nbsp; Seeing Glen at more than 6 feet and Maxine at barely more than 5 feet twirl and glide across the floor was a special sight for all who saw them.&nbsp;

After Glen passed away in 2004, Maxine moved to Council Grove, but continued to drive to White City weekly to get her hair done.&nbsp; Maxine made many friends during time in Council Grove and continued to go dancing as often as she could.&nbsp; Maxine attended the Community Christian Church in Council Grove.

Maxine greatly enjoyed each birthday, especially from her 100th on.&nbsp; The warm wishes and kindness of the people of Council Grove continued each year including her 106th birthday this past October.&nbsp; There was usually something special planned for each of those “100 something” birthdays and Maxine loved each of them whether it was dancing at Diversicare or being featured on Channel 13 News.&nbsp;

Maxine really enjoyed her time at Diversicare of Council Grove.&nbsp; She spoke often of the kindness and great care she received from the staff.&nbsp; The family would like to thank all those who cared for Maxine, you were all very special to her.&nbsp;

She is survived by several nieces and nephews including Marlene Dalquest of Council Grove, as well as many great and great—great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to Diversicare of Council Grove and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, Kansas 66846.

Condolences may be left &nbsp;www.sawyerchapel.com.

A graveside service will be held later this spring.

Maxine Grafe Block left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 14, 2020 at Diversicare in Council Grove, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine was born October 6, 1914 in Emmett, Idaho.&nbsp; She moved to San Diego, California in 1930 where she worked for Convair Aviation until 1946.&nbsp; In 1945 she met Glen Block, who was stationed in San Diego in the Navy.&nbsp; They married in 1946 and moved to a farm near White City, Kansas.&nbsp; Maxine worked many years sewing at the Paragon Dress Factory in Herington and lived on the farm until Glen’s passing in 2004.&nbsp;Glen and Maxine love dancing to the tunes of the Big Bands.&nbsp; Seeing Glen at more than 6 feet and Maxine at barely more than 5 feet twirl and glide across the floor was a special sight for all who saw them.&nbsp;After Glen passed away in 2004, Maxine moved to Council Grove, but continued to drive to White City weekly to get her hair done.&nbsp; Maxine made many friends during time in Council Grove and continued to go dancing as often as she could.&nbsp; Maxine attended the Community Christian Church in Council Grove.Maxine greatly enjoyed each birthday, especially from her 100th on.&nbsp; The warm wishes and kindness of the people of Council Grove continued each year including her 106th birthday this past October.&nbsp; There was usually something special planned for each of those “100 something” birthdays and Maxine loved each of them whether it was dancing at Diversicare or being featured on Channel 13 News.&nbsp;Maxine really enjoyed her time at Diversicare of Council Grove.&nbsp; She spoke often of the kindness and great care she received from the staff.&nbsp; The family would like to thank all those who cared for Maxine, you were all very special to her.&nbsp;She is survived by several nieces and nephews including Marlene Dalquest of Council Grove, as well as many great and great—great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to Diversicare of Council Grove and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, Kansas 66846.Condolences may be left &nbsp;www.sawyerchapel.com.A graveside service will be held later this spring.

Maxine Marion Block - June 10, 1914-December 14, 2020 (age 106)

Robert L. Laster, 94, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City, KS. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Second Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with military honors. Mr. Laster will lie in state 5-7 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2020, at the Johnson Funeral Home. He was born on June 12, 1926, in Louisville, Alabama the son of John Henry and Lee Etta (Coleman) Laster. Robert served in the United States Army until his retirement. Robert served in World War II, Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He later owned and operated The Paradise Club in Junction City. He was a member of Acacia Masonic Lodge #91 and the Fayum Shrine Temple #209 and the Kaw Valley Consistory #16. He was a member of the American Legion and V.F.W. On September 21, 1955 he married Richiko Laster, Richiko. She passed away March 13, 2018. Left to mourn his loss is his daughter Monica Oliva Lacy of Junction City, KS; daughter-in-law Ellen Laster of Columbus, GA; three grandchildren, Angela Harber (John), Adriene Jessee (Aaron) and Robert Laster, III (Chandra); ten great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Richiko Laster, son, Robert Laster, Jr. and brothers and sisters.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert L. Laster, 94, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City, KS. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Second Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with military honors. Mr. Laster will lie in state 5-7 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2020, at the Johnson Funeral Home. He was born on June 12, 1926, in Louisville, Alabama the son of John Henry and Lee Etta (Coleman) Laster. Robert served in the United States Army until his retirement. Robert served in World War II, Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He later owned and operated The Paradise Club in Junction City. He was a member of Acacia Masonic Lodge #91 and the Fayum Shrine Temple #209 and the Kaw Valley Consistory #16. He was a member of the American Legion and V.F.W. On September 21, 1955 he married Richiko Laster, Richiko. She passed away March 13, 2018. Left to mourn his loss is his daughter Monica Oliva Lacy of Junction City, KS; daughter-in-law Ellen Laster of Columbus, GA; three grandchildren, Angela Harber (John), Adriene Jessee (Aaron) and Robert Laster, III (Chandra); ten great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Richiko Laster, son, Robert Laster, Jr. and brothers and sisters.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert L. "Bob" Laster, Sr.

Marjorie A. Henneberg, 93, passed away peacefully on December 15 surrounded by family.&nbsp; She was born in Havensville to John W. and Margaret J. Wesley McKee on December 27, 1926.

She married Dean A. Henneberg on May 5, 1945, and they made their home in Belvue throughout their 58 years of marriage. Dean preceded her in death in 2013.

Marge was well known by family and friends for her oil paintings, her bread baking and her smile. She enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, gardening, playing cards and dancing.

She is survived by her children, Ron “Rocky” Henneberg (Patti), and Linda Snyder (Dave), both of Topeka; three grandchildren, Jeffrey D. Henneberg (Tanna), Lawrence; Michelle L. Warnow, Topeka; and Justin Henneberg (Lysha), Kansas City; and six great grandchildren, Xavier Henneberg, Guinevere Henneberg, and Nimue Henneberg, all of Kansas City; Jordan, Kentrell and Lexeus Warnow, all of Topeka.

Marjorie is also preceded in death by her siblings, Elsie McKee Bays, Onaga; Glenn W. McKee, Estes Park, CO; and Arthur McKee, Colorado Springs.

Graveside services will be held Monday, December 21, at 2:00 p.m. at the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Marjorie A. Henneberg, 93, passed away peacefully on December 15 surrounded by family.&nbsp; She was born in Havensville to John W. and Margaret J. Wesley McKee on December 27, 1926.She married Dean A. Henneberg on May 5, 1945, and they made their home in Belvue throughout their 58 years of marriage. Dean preceded her in death in 2013.Marge was well known by family and friends for her oil paintings, her bread baking and her smile. She enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, gardening, playing cards and dancing.She is survived by her children, Ron “Rocky” Henneberg (Patti), and Linda Snyder (Dave), both of Topeka; three grandchildren, Jeffrey D. Henneberg (Tanna), Lawrence; Michelle L. Warnow, Topeka; and Justin Henneberg (Lysha), Kansas City; and six great grandchildren, Xavier Henneberg, Guinevere Henneberg, and Nimue Henneberg, all of Kansas City; Jordan, Kentrell and Lexeus Warnow, all of Topeka.Marjorie is also preceded in death by her siblings, Elsie McKee Bays, Onaga; Glenn W. McKee, Estes Park, CO; and Arthur McKee, Colorado Springs.Graveside services will be held Monday, December 21, at 2:00 p.m. at the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Marjorie A. Henneberg

Shane’s life began on December 11, 1974 in Riverton, WY.&nbsp; He was the son of Kenton J. “Sonny” and Ellen O. (Alexander) Poynter.&nbsp; Shane worked as a bartender at Hanks and Checker’s and other local taverns over the years.&nbsp; He was also a cook for several restaurants. Shane was very artistic and loved to draw.&nbsp; He enjoyed conversation and was an excellent “B.S” artist.&nbsp; He was a skilled wood worker as well.&nbsp;

He is survived by his son Chance Traveller Standridge of North Dakota, siblings Tim (Paula) Standridge of Latimer, Aaron Paynter of Park City, MT, Brian Standridge of North Dakota and Kristy Standridge of North Dakota and his father Sonny (Pat Johnson) Standridge of Yuma, AZ.&nbsp;

Shane passed away on December 16, 2020 at Herington Hospital.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his mother Ellen and step father Steven Poynter, and brother Owen Poynter.

&nbsp;Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Shane’s name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shane’s life began on December 11, 1974 in Riverton, WY.&nbsp; He was the son of Kenton J. “Sonny” and Ellen O. (Alexander) Poynter.&nbsp; Shane worked as a bartender at Hanks and Checker’s and other local taverns over the years.&nbsp; He was also a cook for several restaurants. Shane was very artistic and loved to draw.&nbsp; He enjoyed conversation and was an excellent “B.S” artist.&nbsp; He was a skilled wood worker as well.&nbsp;He is survived by his son Chance Traveller Standridge of North Dakota, siblings Tim (Paula) Standridge of Latimer, Aaron Paynter of Park City, MT, Brian Standridge of North Dakota and Kristy Standridge of North Dakota and his father Sonny (Pat Johnson) Standridge of Yuma, AZ.&nbsp;Shane passed away on December 16, 2020 at Herington Hospital.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his mother Ellen and step father Steven Poynter, and brother Owen Poynter.&nbsp;Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in Shane’s name may be directed to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shane L. Standridge - December 11, 1974-December 16, 2020 (age 46)

Jay Marcotte, age 59, died December 14, 2020.&nbsp; He was born to Alfred and Maxine (Rasmussen) Marcotte on October 16, 1961 in Manhattan, KS. Jay was a 1979 graduate of Clay Center Community High School and attended a couple years of Vo-Tech School in Salina, KS. He worked as a millwright for Cromwell in Salina before moving back to Morganville, where he worked as a machinist for Mellies Products in Morganville, KS as well as for American Sealants in Clay Center. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Sister: Deborah and husband Lanny Crawford of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Chris and wife Regina Marcotte of Salina, KS

Sister: Michelle and husband Mark Friedrich of Clay Center, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, December 23, 2020 from 3-6 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Burial:&nbsp;Private burial will take place at a later date

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jay Marcotte Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Jay Marcotte, age 59, died December 14, 2020.&nbsp; He was born to Alfred and Maxine (Rasmussen) Marcotte on October 16, 1961 in Manhattan, KS. Jay was a 1979 graduate of Clay Center Community High School and attended a couple years of Vo-Tech School in Salina, KS. He worked as a millwright for Cromwell in Salina before moving back to Morganville, where he worked as a machinist for Mellies Products in Morganville, KS as well as for American Sealants in Clay Center. He is preceded in death by his parents.Survivors:Sister: Deborah and husband Lanny Crawford of Clay Center, KSBrother: Chris and wife Regina Marcotte of Salina, KSSister: Michelle and husband Mark Friedrich of Clay Center, KSSeveral Nieces and NephewsVisitation:&nbsp;Wednesday, December 23, 2020 from 3-6 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSBurial:&nbsp;Private burial will take place at a later dateMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jay Marcotte Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

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