Nina Beals, 99 died November 16, 2020 in Little River, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 22, 1921 in Miltonvale, KS the daughter of John and Edith (Hutcheson) Springsted.&nbsp; Nina was raised the Miltonvale community. She taught school following high school graduation and normal training.&nbsp; On August 24, 1941, Nina married Walter Beals.&nbsp; They made their home in Miltonvale where she worked as the city clerk.&nbsp; In 1972, they moved to McPherson and Nina worked for JC Penny, retiring in 1985.&nbsp; Walter and Nina moved to Clay Center in 1988.&nbsp; Walter preceded her in death on October 30, 1995.&nbsp; She was a former member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church and active in the Wesleyan Missionary Group.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, infant daughter, Beverly, and four sisters

Son Terry Beals and fiancée Michelle Johnson

Daughter: Jolene and husband Jerry Cruise

6 Grandchildren, 19 Great-grandchildren and 1 Great-great-grandson

Funeral Services: Attendance is limited to family only, but the public is invited to watch the service at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 18 at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome

Burial: Miltonvale Cemetery, Miltonvale, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp; to the organization of the donor's choice

Nina Beals, 99 died November 16, 2020 in Little River, KS.&nbsp; She was born on August 22, 1921 in Miltonvale, KS the daughter of John and Edith (Hutcheson) Springsted.&nbsp; Nina was raised the Miltonvale community. She taught school following high school graduation and normal training.&nbsp; On August 24, 1941, Nina married Walter Beals.&nbsp; They made their home in Miltonvale where she worked as the city clerk.&nbsp; In 1972, they moved to McPherson and Nina worked for JC Penny, retiring in 1985.&nbsp; Walter and Nina moved to Clay Center in 1988.&nbsp; Walter preceded her in death on October 30, 1995.&nbsp; She was a former member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church and active in the Wesleyan Missionary Group.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, infant daughter, Beverly, and four sistersSurvivors:Son Terry Beals and fiancée Michelle JohnsonDaughter: Darlene and husband Jim ToddDaughter: Jolene and husband Jerry Cruise6 Grandchildren, 19 Great-grandchildren and 1 Great-great-grandsonSister: Cressa HansonFuneral Services: Attendance is limited to family only, but the public is invited to watch the service at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 18 at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhomeBurial: Miltonvale Cemetery, Miltonvale, KansasMemorials:&nbsp; to the organization of the donor's choice

Nina Beals

Funeral services for Steven R. Wilson, age 76, of Manhattan, formerly of Salina and Abilene will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2020 at the Bethel Cemetery near Abilene. Steven passed away peacefully with his loving family on Friday, November 13, 2020. He was born February 19, 1944 in Abilene the son of Bert and Catherine Zelma (Fawcett) Wilson. He attended local schools and graduated from Abilene High School. Steve worked for A&amp;R Freight in Denver for many years as an accountant and eventually drove a truck for Price Truck Line retiring in 2009. He enjoyed collecting coins, and horses, fishing, reading, especially his Bible, and watching his beloved Denver Broncos. But his greatest joy was his family especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his two beautiful daughters Cheryl McCormick and her husband Brian, Stephanie Chitwood and her husband Dan both of Manhattan, their mother Josephine, and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends may sign the register book at the funeral home until service time Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library &amp; Museum and may be dropped off or mailed to the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services for Steven R. Wilson, age 76, of Manhattan, formerly of Salina and Abilene will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2020 at the Bethel Cemetery near Abilene. Steven passed away peacefully with his loving family on Friday, November 13, 2020. He was born February 19, 1944 in Abilene the son of Bert and Catherine Zelma (Fawcett) Wilson. He attended local schools and graduated from Abilene High School. Steve worked for A&amp;R Freight in Denver for many years as an accountant and eventually drove a truck for Price Truck Line retiring in 2009. He enjoyed collecting coins, and horses, fishing, reading, especially his Bible, and watching his beloved Denver Broncos. But his greatest joy was his family especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his two beautiful daughters Cheryl McCormick and her husband Brian, Stephanie Chitwood and her husband Dan both of Manhattan, their mother Josephine, and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends may sign the register book at the funeral home until service time Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library &amp; Museum and may be dropped off or mailed to the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Steven R. Wilson

Sandra “Sandie” K. Fahey, a Chapman resident since 1979, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020 in her Chapman home.

She was born March 1, 1941 in Robinson, Illinois, the daughter of Max M. and Mary E. (Shaw) Polly. She was united in marriage to Kenneth J. Fahey on November 16, 1957 in Newton, Illinois.

They started their married life in Hopkins, Minnesota. Together they raised four children: Kim Kali-Schultes (Brian,); Ren Fahey (Christine); Brent Fahey (Jamie); and Kyle Fahey (Cathy). They lived in a variety of places, to include Tucson &amp; Phoenix, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; Albuquerque, NM, Denver, CO and Cincinnati, OH before settling down in Chapman, KS.

Sandie was a cosmetologist in her early years and worked in a variety of different settings. In her later years, she was the co-owner of the Chapman Grocery Store and Shamrock Estates Mobile Home Park. Sandie believed in serving others through random acts of kindness to those less fortunate and was often an unseen hero to friends and those in need.

During her illness, Sandie fought a long and courageous battle over the last two years of her life and was able to remain in her home with the support of her family, her caregiver, Jane Kobetich and Dickinson County Hospice staff. The family wants to thank each of these individuals for their loving care of her.

Sandie is survived by her loving husband Ken of the home, her four children, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Philip.

Due to the current pandemic, friends may visit on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from Noon until 7 p.m. at Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel in Chapman. Private family graveside services for Sandie will be Friday, November 20, 2020 at Indian Hills Cemetery in Chapman.

The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Geary County Animal Shelter. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen- Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431. Online condolences may be sent to www.londeenfuneralchapel.com

“Fly on Mom and Meet us at the Gates”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sandra “Sandie” K. Fahey, a Chapman resident since 1979, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020 in her Chapman home. She was born March 1, 1941 in Robinson, Illinois, the daughter of Max M. and Mary E. (Shaw) Polly. She was united in marriage to Kenneth J. Fahey on November 16, 1957 in Newton, Illinois. They started their married life in Hopkins, Minnesota. Together they raised four children: Kim Kali-Schultes (Brian,); Ren Fahey (Christine); Brent Fahey (Jamie); and Kyle Fahey (Cathy). They lived in a variety of places, to include Tucson &amp; Phoenix, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; Albuquerque, NM, Denver, CO and Cincinnati, OH before settling down in Chapman, KS. Sandie was a cosmetologist in her early years and worked in a variety of different settings. In her later years, she was the co-owner of the Chapman Grocery Store and Shamrock Estates Mobile Home Park. Sandie believed in serving others through random acts of kindness to those less fortunate and was often an unseen hero to friends and those in need. During her illness, Sandie fought a long and courageous battle over the last two years of her life and was able to remain in her home with the support of her family, her caregiver, Jane Kobetich and Dickinson County Hospice staff. The family wants to thank each of these individuals for their loving care of her. Sandie is survived by her loving husband Ken of the home, her four children, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Philip. Due to the current pandemic, friends may visit on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from Noon until 7 p.m. at Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel in Chapman. Private family graveside services for Sandie will be Friday, November 20, 2020 at Indian Hills Cemetery in Chapman. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Geary County Animal Shelter. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen- Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431. Online condolences may be sent to www.londeenfuneralchapel.com “Fly on Mom and Meet us at the Gates”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sandra K. Fahey - March 1st, 1941-November 15th, 2020

Ilene Marie (McClure) Colbert, age 92, of Manhattan, died November 15, 2020, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community. She was born September 14, 1928, at Wabaunsee, Kansas, the daughter of Ulis and Stella (Bach) McClure. Ilene grew up in the Tabor Valley Community south of Zeandale and went through 8th grade at Tabor Valley School, and then went to Manhattan High School, graduating in 1946. She was married to Earl Junior Colbert on September 15, 1946, in Manhattan. Pooch worked for Coles Military Store for two years, the Junior High Cafeteria for four years, the Riley County Treasurer’s Office for two years, and for 19 years at the Riley County Clerk’s Office. She served as the Riley County Clerk from 1989 to 1997. She was also the Elections Coordinator working with approximately 400 people and performing the duties prescribed by the state for elections. Ilene was also a member of the First Lutheran Church and served on the Church Council, was a member of the PTA while children were in school, BPW and the Republican Women. Pooch had traveled to Mexico, Jamaica and 32 states, enjoyed crafts, fishing, working in her yard and taking walks. Most of all Ilene loved her family and attended all of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren events. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl Junior Colbert on May 16, 2003. She was also preceded in death by her two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her three children: Deanna Anderson, Roxie Pelfrey and her husband Darin and Vaughn Colbert all of Manhattan; five grandchildren: Todd and Shawn Maguire, Kinsey Griffin, Ian and Dusty Moore; 12 great-grandchildren: Brittni Champion, Casey Maguire, Erin Shearouse, Hunter, Ella, Brianna, Reagan, Colter and Isaac Griffin, Tyrus and Cy Moore, and Logan Moore; three great-great grandchildren: Adrianna and Dominik Champion and Ronin Maguire. Private family services will be held. Burial will be in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The service may be viewed through the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home Facebook page at 6:30 P.M. Wednesday, November 18th. Family and friends are invited to come by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Thursday, November 19th, to pay their respects for Ilene. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Send Condolences" on this page. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ilene Marie (McClure) Colbert, age 92, of Manhattan, died November 15, 2020, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community. She was born September 14, 1928, at Wabaunsee, Kansas, the daughter of Ulis and Stella (Bach) McClure. Ilene grew up in the Tabor Valley Community south of Zeandale and went through 8th grade at Tabor Valley School, and then went to Manhattan High School, graduating in 1946. She was married to Earl Junior Colbert on September 15, 1946, in Manhattan. Pooch worked for Coles Military Store for two years, the Junior High Cafeteria for four years, the Riley County Treasurer’s Office for two years, and for 19 years at the Riley County Clerk’s Office. She served as the Riley County Clerk from 1989 to 1997. She was also the Elections Coordinator working with approximately 400 people and performing the duties prescribed by the state for elections. Ilene was also a member of the First Lutheran Church and served on the Church Council, was a member of the PTA while children were in school, BPW and the Republican Women. Pooch had traveled to Mexico, Jamaica and 32 states, enjoyed crafts, fishing, working in her yard and taking walks. Most of all Ilene loved her family and attended all of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren events. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl Junior Colbert on May 16, 2003. She was also preceded in death by her two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her three children: Deanna Anderson, Roxie Pelfrey and her husband Darin and Vaughn Colbert all of Manhattan; five grandchildren: Todd and Shawn Maguire, Kinsey Griffin, Ian and Dusty Moore; 12 great-grandchildren: Brittni Champion, Casey Maguire, Erin Shearouse, Hunter, Ella, Brianna, Reagan, Colter and Isaac Griffin, Tyrus and Cy Moore, and Logan Moore; three great-great grandchildren: Adrianna and Dominik Champion and Ronin Maguire. Private family services will be held. Burial will be in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The service may be viewed through the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home Facebook page at 6:30 P.M. Wednesday, November 18th. Family and friends are invited to come by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Thursday, November 19th, to pay their respects for Ilene. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Send Condolences" on this page. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ilene "Pooch" Colbert

Margaret Ann Frost,&nbsp;61, of Wamego, Kansas, died Sunday, November 15, 2020, at the Wamego Health Center. &nbsp;She was a life-long member of the area.

Margaret was born July 11, 1959, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Elmer and Fayetta Mae McGinty McHugh. &nbsp;She attended

local schools and graduated in 1977 from Manhattan High School.

Margaret was a Certified Nurse’s Aide and was also a Certified Medication and Home Health Aide. &nbsp;She worked many years for Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. &nbsp;She also had worked at Good Samaritan Society – Valley Vista in Wamego.

Margaret married John Blessing, Sr. on March 4, 1978, in Enid, Oklahoma. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on February 24, 2009. Margaret then married Edwin Frost on June 9, 2012, in Manhattan. &nbsp;He survives at their home.

Margaret was a SAL member of American Legion Post 17 and loved spending time there dancing and listening to music. &nbsp;She was a life-long animal lover and especially loved her own “fur babies”. &nbsp;Margaret collected angels and dolls and loved to read. &nbsp;Her books of choice were Stephen King novels. Margaret was known for her wonderful cooking. &nbsp;She was a very kind, and caring person and loved by her family, her co-workers and the residents at Meadowlark Hills.

Margaret is also survived by her children; Angela Blessing, Wamego, John Blessing, Jr. (Amanda), Wamego, Eric Blessing (Chastity), Jacksboro, Tennessee; and like-family to her, Emmie Devins, Manhattan, and John Long, Wamego; &nbsp;her siblings, Cherry Stewart, Manhattan, Peggy McHugh Tacoma, Washington, Carolyn Flippin, Tacoma, Stanley McHugh, California, Clyde McHugh, Mandan, North Dakota, and John Paul McHugh, Manhattan.

Graveside inurnment service will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, Kansas. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to Purple PAWS, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;

Margaret Ann Frost,&nbsp;61, of Wamego, Kansas, died Sunday, November 15, 2020, at the Wamego Health Center. &nbsp;She was a life-long member of the area.Margaret was born July 11, 1959, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Elmer and Fayetta Mae McGinty McHugh. &nbsp;She attendedlocal schools and graduated in 1977 from Manhattan High School.Margaret was a Certified Nurse’s Aide and was also a Certified Medication and Home Health Aide. &nbsp;She worked many years for Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. &nbsp;She also had worked at Good Samaritan Society – Valley Vista in Wamego.Margaret married John Blessing, Sr. on March 4, 1978, in Enid, Oklahoma. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on February 24, 2009. Margaret then married Edwin Frost on June 9, 2012, in Manhattan. &nbsp;He survives at their home.Margaret was a SAL member of American Legion Post 17 and loved spending time there dancing and listening to music. &nbsp;She was a life-long animal lover and especially loved her own “fur babies”. &nbsp;Margaret collected angels and dolls and loved to read. &nbsp;Her books of choice were Stephen King novels. Margaret was known for her wonderful cooking. &nbsp;She was a very kind, and caring person and loved by her family, her co-workers and the residents at Meadowlark Hills.Margaret is also survived by her children; Angela Blessing, Wamego, John Blessing, Jr. (Amanda), Wamego, Eric Blessing (Chastity), Jacksboro, Tennessee; and like-family to her, Emmie Devins, Manhattan, and John Long, Wamego; &nbsp;her siblings, Cherry Stewart, Manhattan, Peggy McHugh Tacoma, Washington, Carolyn Flippin, Tacoma, Stanley McHugh, California, Clyde McHugh, Mandan, North Dakota, and John Paul McHugh, Manhattan.Graveside inurnment service will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, Kansas. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to Purple PAWS, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;

Margaret Ann Frost

Larry’s life began on March 4, 1942 in Abilene.  He was the son of Estell and Marge (Altman) Sims. Larry is a 1960 graduate of Abilene High School.  After graduation, he served his country in the United States Army.  Larry was an over-the-road truck driver for many years.  He is survived by four children, several grandchildren; siblings Sue Stewart of Overland Park, Connie (Dave) Risser of Lakewood, CO and David (Ann) Sims of Ava, MO.; and several nieces and nephews.  Larry passed away on Sunday November 15, 2020 at Legacy of Herington. 

 No services are planned.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home is serving the family.

Larry’s life began on March 4, 1942 in Abilene. He was the son of Estell and Marge (Altman) Sims. Larry is a 1960 graduate of Abilene High School. After graduation, he served his country in the United States Army. Larry was an over-the-road truck driver for many years. He is survived by four children, several grandchildren; siblings Sue Stewart of Overland Park, Connie (Dave) Risser of Lakewood, CO and David (Ann) Sims of Ava, MO.; and several nieces and nephews. Larry passed away on Sunday November 15, 2020 at Legacy of Herington. No services are planned. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home is serving the family.

Larry Joe Sims - March 4, 1942-November 15, 2020 (age 78)

Leola's life began on December 13, 1920 in rural Ellsworth County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Albert and Ella (Pflughoeft) Haase.&nbsp; Leola attended St. Paul's School thru 8th grade in North Ellsworth County. She was united in marriage to Edward L. Neuschafer 80 years ago on November 3, 1940.&nbsp;

Leola was a farm wife, tending to livestock, driving tractor, milking cows and working on the farm.&nbsp; She also worked as a nurse's aide and cook at the Lutheran Home of Herington, and as a cook at the Hope School.&nbsp; Leola was a volunteer with the Museum of Hope, the Hope Library, the Hope school, and the Memorial Day serives.&nbsp; She was a member of the Hope American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Trinity Lutheran Church in Ramona and was honored as Parade Queen for the Hope Heritage Fesitval parade.&nbsp;

Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Gary (Judy) Neuschafer of Lindsborg, Sheri Burt of Salina, and Kathy (Larry) Ryan of Lenexa; grandchildren Daran (Kendra) Neuschafer, Doug (Michelle) Neuschafer, Stephani (Larry) Graytak, Kelly (Alie) Burt, Staci (Todd) Ellison, Heather Ryan, Tom Ryan and Mike Ryan; several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; her brother Lloyd (Erna) Haase of Ellsworth and several nieces and nephews. Leola passed away one-month shy of her 100th birthday on Friday November 13, 2020 at Legacy of Herington.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Edward, son Edward, Jr., and sister Bernice Bohl.&nbsp;

Her family will gather with friends on Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. and Thursday 10 a.m.-12p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; Her graveside service will be held at the Hope Cemetery on Thursday at 1 p.m. led by Pastor Clark Davis. &nbsp;There will be a Celebration of her life at a later date. &nbsp;Memorial contributions in Leola's name may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church, Ramona, Dickinson County Hospice, or the Hope Community Museum.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leola's life began on December 13, 1920 in rural Ellsworth County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Albert and Ella (Pflughoeft) Haase.&nbsp; Leola attended St. Paul's School thru 8th grade in North Ellsworth County. She was united in marriage to Edward L. Neuschafer 80 years ago on November 3, 1940.&nbsp;Leola was a farm wife, tending to livestock, driving tractor, milking cows and working on the farm.&nbsp; She also worked as a nurse's aide and cook at the Lutheran Home of Herington, and as a cook at the Hope School.&nbsp; Leola was a volunteer with the Museum of Hope, the Hope Library, the Hope school, and the Memorial Day serives.&nbsp; She was a member of the Hope American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Trinity Lutheran Church in Ramona and was honored as Parade Queen for the Hope Heritage Fesitval parade.&nbsp;Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Gary (Judy) Neuschafer of Lindsborg, Sheri Burt of Salina, and Kathy (Larry) Ryan of Lenexa; grandchildren Daran (Kendra) Neuschafer, Doug (Michelle) Neuschafer, Stephani (Larry) Graytak, Kelly (Alie) Burt, Staci (Todd) Ellison, Heather Ryan, Tom Ryan and Mike Ryan; several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; her brother Lloyd (Erna) Haase of Ellsworth and several nieces and nephews. Leola passed away one-month shy of her 100th birthday on Friday November 13, 2020 at Legacy of Herington.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Edward, son Edward, Jr., and sister Bernice Bohl.&nbsp;Her family will gather with friends on Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. and Thursday 10 a.m.-12p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; Her graveside service will be held at the Hope Cemetery on Thursday at 1 p.m. led by Pastor Clark Davis. &nbsp;There will be a Celebration of her life at a later date. &nbsp;Memorial contributions in Leola's name may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church, Ramona, Dickinson County Hospice, or the Hope Community Museum.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leola Bertha Neuschafer - December 12, 1920-November 13, 2020 (age 99)

Mary Christine “Christy” Wilhite, 68, of Junction City, KS, peacefully passed away and joined the Lord on November 14th, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A Memorial Mass Funeral and celebration of life, date yet to be determined, will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington St., Junction City, KS. Christy was born on June 17th, in Junction City, KS, to Clarence and Jeanne (Davin) Ehm. Being a lifelong resident of Junction City, Christy attended, and graduated from, St. Xavier Catholic School, the same parish where she remained a member of for the entirety of her life. On April 8th, 1972, she married the love of her life Richard Wilhite, with whom she enjoyed 48 years of marriage, love and happiness. Family was always first for Christy, and she took great pride in raising her family with Richard. In doing so, she spent the first part of her career working as a caring homemaker and mother. As her family grew, she started to work part-time at KJCK radio station, before moving on to work for USD 475 as an administrative assistant at the Middle School, for many, many years. In the recent past she made a final career-move, working at the family business, Wilhite Moving and Storage. Over the years, Christy had many interests and hobbies; early in her life, these were her children, their activities and all things involved; and later in life these graduated to her grandchildren. Aside from her love of family, Christy was artfully talented and she loved teaching herself new things such as calligraphy, photography, and “making photo shows” of, and for, her children and grandchildren. Christy was an avid "sewist", loved to read, and write, and had an inherent love of nature and the outdoors. She loved flowers, planting with her husband, and bird watching, the latter an appreciation she gained from her mother. Christy was a dog-lover. Once her kids were grown and gone, she and Richard became parents to two, large, golden retrievers that she loved dearly. Christy was a devout catholic and never, ever, missed Mass. Above all, Christy was a devoted wife, loving and caring grandmother and a loyal friend. Christy is survived by her loving family: husband Richard Wilhite of Junction City, KS; her two sons, Brian (Darcy) Wilhite of Wichita, KS and Michael Wilhite of Junction City, KS; her sister, Karen Blanken of Topeka, KS; her brother Sonny Ehm of Junction City, KS; her sister-in-law, Theresa Fitting of York, PA; three grandchildren that she greatly loved and adored, Genevieve and Adelyne Wilhite, and Davin Wilhite; as well as a host of loving family and friends.

Christy Wilhite - wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend - you will be sorely missed by all of those whose lives you have touched. We love you.

Memorial donations can be made to: Friends of Animals P.O. Box 580 Junction City, KS 66441

Mary Christine “Christy” Wilhite, 68, of Junction City, KS, peacefully passed away and joined the Lord on November 14th, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A Memorial Mass Funeral and celebration of life, date yet to be determined, will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington St., Junction City, KS. Christy was born on June 17th, in Junction City, KS, to Clarence and Jeanne (Davin) Ehm. Being a lifelong resident of Junction City, Christy attended, and graduated from, St. Xavier Catholic School, the same parish where she remained a member of for the entirety of her life. On April 8th, 1972, she married the love of her life Richard Wilhite, with whom she enjoyed 48 years of marriage, love and happiness. Family was always first for Christy, and she took great pride in raising her family with Richard. In doing so, she spent the first part of her career working as a caring homemaker and mother. As her family grew, she started to work part-time at KJCK radio station, before moving on to work for USD 475 as an administrative assistant at the Middle School, for many, many years. In the recent past she made a final career-move, working at the family business, Wilhite Moving and Storage. Over the years, Christy had many interests and hobbies; early in her life, these were her children, their activities and all things involved; and later in life these graduated to her grandchildren. Aside from her love of family, Christy was artfully talented and she loved teaching herself new things such as calligraphy, photography, and “making photo shows” of, and for, her children and grandchildren. Christy was an avid "sewist", loved to read, and write, and had an inherent love of nature and the outdoors. She loved flowers, planting with her husband, and bird watching, the latter an appreciation she gained from her mother. Christy was a dog-lover. Once her kids were grown and gone, she and Richard became parents to two, large, golden retrievers that she loved dearly. Christy was a devout catholic and never, ever, missed Mass. Above all, Christy was a devoted wife, loving and caring grandmother and a loyal friend. Christy is survived by her loving family: husband Richard Wilhite of Junction City, KS; her two sons, Brian (Darcy) Wilhite of Wichita, KS and Michael Wilhite of Junction City, KS; her sister, Karen Blanken of Topeka, KS; her brother Sonny Ehm of Junction City, KS; her sister-in-law, Theresa Fitting of York, PA; three grandchildren that she greatly loved and adored, Genevieve and Adelyne Wilhite, and Davin Wilhite; as well as a host of loving family and friends. Christy Wilhite - wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend - you will be sorely missed by all of those whose lives you have touched. We love you. Memorial donations can be made to: Friends of Animals P.O. Box 580 Junction City, KS 66441

Mary Christine “Christy” Wilhite

Nancy Rae Haldeman, age 68 of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

She was born on July 23, 1952 in Westmoreland, the daughter of Howard and Ena Mae (Maskil) Strifler and graduated from Westmoreland High School.

On April 17, 1971 she married Craig Haldeman.  He survives of the home.

Nancy was an underwriter for Farm Bureau Insurance Company from 1970 until 2013 and worked at All About Quilts from 2012 until 2019.  She was a member of the Sedalia Community Church, where she served as chairman of the church and as a Sunday school teacher and was strong in her Christian faith.  Her biggest hobbies were quilting and spending time with her grandsons.  She loved sitting outside enjoying her flowers and hummingbirds.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Danelle Woodard and husband Jesse of Manhattan; four grandsons, Jace, Brendon, Kadrick and Mason Woodard of Manhattan; two sisters, Linda Smith of Manhattan and Donna Carley and husband Danny of Wamego and one brother, Dave Strifler and wife Sharon of Westmoreland.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother-in-law, Robert Smith.

Respect calls may be made from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 16, 2020 at the Sedalia Community Church with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  Burial will be in the Sedalia Cemetery.

Memorials have been established for the Sedalia Community Church and Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Nancy Rae Haldeman, age 68 of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.She was born on July 23, 1952 in Westmoreland, the daughter of Howard and Ena Mae (Maskil) Strifler and graduated from Westmoreland High School.On April 17, 1971 she married Craig Haldeman. He survives of the home.Nancy was an underwriter for Farm Bureau Insurance Company from 1970 until 2013 and worked at All About Quilts from 2012 until 2019. She was a member of the Sedalia Community Church, where she served as chairman of the church and as a Sunday school teacher and was strong in her Christian faith. Her biggest hobbies were quilting and spending time with her grandsons. She loved sitting outside enjoying her flowers and hummingbirds.In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Danelle Woodard and husband Jesse of Manhattan; four grandsons, Jace, Brendon, Kadrick and Mason Woodard of Manhattan; two sisters, Linda Smith of Manhattan and Donna Carley and husband Danny of Wamego and one brother, Dave Strifler and wife Sharon of Westmoreland.She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother-in-law, Robert Smith.Respect calls may be made from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 16, 2020 at the Sedalia Community Church with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. Burial will be in the Sedalia Cemetery.Memorials have been established for the Sedalia Community Church and Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Nancy Haldeman

Junior L. Clark, 87, of Wamego, Kansas passed away November 12, 2020 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.

Junior was born September 8, 1933 in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Leland and Hazel (Campbell) Clark.&nbsp; He attended school in Beloit and graduated from Beloit High School in 1952.

On February 7, 1954, Junior was united in marriage to Kathleen Studer at the Zion Lutheran Church in Beloit.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by Kathleen on May 28, 2018.&nbsp; To this union were born five children.&nbsp; He is survived by those five children:&nbsp; Jeanne Bowen (Ed) of Wamego, KS, Jennifer Oskarson (Dan) of Wamego, KS, Jay Clark (Kim) of Wamego, KS, Jeff Clark (Cindy) of Wichita, KS, and Janelle Wolf (Bill) of Manhattan , KS; 10 grandchildren:&nbsp; Adam Bowen (Abby), Amy Stubblefield (Aaron), Ann Ten Eyck (Mark), Emily Humm (Andrew), Will Clark (Sydney), Nicole Clark, Tyler Clark, Hallie Kristalyn (Seth), Hayden Wolf (Andrea), Elise Wolf; and 9 great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Bradley, Aubrey, and CC Bowen, Avery and Myles Stubblefield, Cara and Cameron Ten Eyck, Gwendolyn Kristalyn Hannah Humm.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Emmot, and a brother Donald Clark.

For the majority of his working career Junior was the General Manager of Wamego Telephone Company now WTC, from 1960-1998.&nbsp; He also served on WTC’s Board of Directors for 58 years.&nbsp; During his sixty years in Wamego, Junior served and dedicated his time to many activities in the community.&nbsp; He served on many boards, including the Wamego Recreation Commission, Wamego Country Club, and First National Bank.&nbsp; He also served as the Mayor of Wamego as well as being selected Citizen of the Year.

Junior had a passion for golf.&nbsp; If he wasn’t at home he could be found on the course. He was club champion numerous times.&nbsp; This passion for golf was passed down through the generations.&nbsp; He and Kathleen seldom missed any game, program, or birthday of any of the grandkids as well as great-grandkids.&nbsp; He was definitely a family man as well as a loving husband.

Junior will lie in-state Sunday, November 29th&nbsp;from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego.&nbsp; A private burial will be at Wamego City Cemetery .&nbsp; A celebration of his life will be scheduled for a later date and time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the First United Methodist Church, or, Wamego Community Foundation Junior &amp; Kathleen Clark Memorial.&nbsp; These will be distributed according to needs of the community of Wamego.&nbsp; These may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego KS 66547.

Junior L. Clark, 87, of Wamego, Kansas passed away November 12, 2020 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.Junior was born September 8, 1933 in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Leland and Hazel (Campbell) Clark.&nbsp; He attended school in Beloit and graduated from Beloit High School in 1952.On February 7, 1954, Junior was united in marriage to Kathleen Studer at the Zion Lutheran Church in Beloit.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by Kathleen on May 28, 2018.&nbsp; To this union were born five children.&nbsp; He is survived by those five children:&nbsp; Jeanne Bowen (Ed) of Wamego, KS, Jennifer Oskarson (Dan) of Wamego, KS, Jay Clark (Kim) of Wamego, KS, Jeff Clark (Cindy) of Wichita, KS, and Janelle Wolf (Bill) of Manhattan , KS; 10 grandchildren:&nbsp; Adam Bowen (Abby), Amy Stubblefield (Aaron), Ann Ten Eyck (Mark), Emily Humm (Andrew), Will Clark (Sydney), Nicole Clark, Tyler Clark, Hallie Kristalyn (Seth), Hayden Wolf (Andrea), Elise Wolf; and 9 great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Bradley, Aubrey, and CC Bowen, Avery and Myles Stubblefield, Cara and Cameron Ten Eyck, Gwendolyn Kristalyn Hannah Humm.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Emmot, and a brother Donald Clark.For the majority of his working career Junior was the General Manager of Wamego Telephone Company now WTC, from 1960-1998.&nbsp; He also served on WTC’s Board of Directors for 58 years.&nbsp; During his sixty years in Wamego, Junior served and dedicated his time to many activities in the community.&nbsp; He served on many boards, including the Wamego Recreation Commission, Wamego Country Club, and First National Bank.&nbsp; He also served as the Mayor of Wamego as well as being selected Citizen of the Year.Junior had a passion for golf.&nbsp; If he wasn’t at home he could be found on the course. He was club champion numerous times.&nbsp; This passion for golf was passed down through the generations.&nbsp; He and Kathleen seldom missed any game, program, or birthday of any of the grandkids as well as great-grandkids.&nbsp; He was definitely a family man as well as a loving husband.Junior will lie in-state Sunday, November 29th&nbsp;from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego.&nbsp; A private burial will be at Wamego City Cemetery .&nbsp; A celebration of his life will be scheduled for a later date and time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the First United Methodist Church, or, Wamego Community Foundation Junior &amp; Kathleen Clark Memorial.&nbsp; These will be distributed according to needs of the community of Wamego.&nbsp; These may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego KS 66547.

 Junior L. Clark

Funeral services for Sherri L. Brock, age 58, of St. George, Kansas, will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene followed by burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Sherri passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 7, 1962 in Abilene, the daughter of Jerry L. Mock and Louise (Hosie) Henderson. She attended Abilene Schools and graduated from Chapman High School. She was a CNA at Enterprise Estates, worked for Head Start in Manhattan, and enjoyed drag racing. But her greatest joy was her children. Sherri is survived by her sons Bobby Brock, and Matt Brock of St. George, daughter Alyssa Brock of Boise, Idaho, brothers Robert and his wife Treela Mock of Slaughterville, Oklahoma, Mike and his wife Nancy Mock of Abilene, sisters Debra Farr and her husband Stoney of Abilene, Janette Froelich and her husband Paul of Enterprise, Betsy Gender and her husband Al of Moundridge, and her granddaughter Shevy Brock of St. George. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Steve. Friends may sign the register book at the funeral home until service time Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shevy Brock Scholarship Fund or to Good Shepherd Home Health &amp; Hospice and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services for Sherri L. Brock, age 58, of St. George, Kansas, will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene followed by burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Sherri passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 7, 1962 in Abilene, the daughter of Jerry L. Mock and Louise (Hosie) Henderson. She attended Abilene Schools and graduated from Chapman High School. She was a CNA at Enterprise Estates, worked for Head Start in Manhattan, and enjoyed drag racing. But her greatest joy was her children. Sherri is survived by her sons Bobby Brock, and Matt Brock of St. George, daughter Alyssa Brock of Boise, Idaho, brothers Robert and his wife Treela Mock of Slaughterville, Oklahoma, Mike and his wife Nancy Mock of Abilene, sisters Debra Farr and her husband Stoney of Abilene, Janette Froelich and her husband Paul of Enterprise, Betsy Gender and her husband Al of Moundridge, and her granddaughter Shevy Brock of St. George. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Steve. Friends may sign the register book at the funeral home until service time Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shevy Brock Scholarship Fund or to Good Shepherd Home Health &amp; Hospice and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sherri L Brock (Mock)

Donald Lee Tidquist, age 81, of Manhattan, died November 11, 2020 in Wamego. Don was born on December 11, 1938 in Manhattan, the son of Thure and Flossie (Mitchell) Tidquist. He graduated from Cleburne High School in 1957. He served in the United States Army from 1957 until 1960. Don worked for many years as a repairman for the United Phone Company. He retired after 32 years. Don enjoyed hunting and fishing and being outdoors. He loved to sit and relax spending time with family and friends drinking a beer and visiting about life and events. He was a good hardworking and caring man. Don is survived by his wife, Laura Phillips, of Manhattan; step-children, Ron Phillips (Linda), of St. George, Rick Phillips (Vickey), of Ohio, Donna Hatfield (Roger), of Claude, TX, and Darla Paquette (Dennis) of Amarillo, TX; also his sister, Betty Mullet, of Manhattan, and his nieces Lisa and Nancy, and his 18 step-grandchildren, 29 step-great-grandchildren, and 1 step-great-great grandchild. Private services will be held for Donald at the St. George Cemetery. A public service will be held at a later date when it is safe for all to attend. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Samaritan Society- Valley Vista Nursing Home in Wamego. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Donald Lee Tidquist, age 81, of Manhattan, died November 11, 2020 in Wamego. Don was born on December 11, 1938 in Manhattan, the son of Thure and Flossie (Mitchell) Tidquist. He graduated from Cleburne High School in 1957. He served in the United States Army from 1957 until 1960. Don worked for many years as a repairman for the United Phone Company. He retired after 32 years. Don enjoyed hunting and fishing and being outdoors. He loved to sit and relax spending time with family and friends drinking a beer and visiting about life and events. He was a good hardworking and caring man. Don is survived by his wife, Laura Phillips, of Manhattan; step-children, Ron Phillips (Linda), of St. George, Rick Phillips (Vickey), of Ohio, Donna Hatfield (Roger), of Claude, TX, and Darla Paquette (Dennis) of Amarillo, TX; also his sister, Betty Mullet, of Manhattan, and his nieces Lisa and Nancy, and his 18 step-grandchildren, 29 step-great-grandchildren, and 1 step-great-great grandchild. Private services will be held for Donald at the St. George Cemetery. A public service will be held at a later date when it is safe for all to attend. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Samaritan Society- Valley Vista Nursing Home in Wamego. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Donald Lee Tidquist

Virginia May “Ginger” Garwick, 88, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Wednesday evening, November 11, 2020, at her residence. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, John Zook Garwick. Ginger was born in Minneapolis, MN, on April 14, 1932, the daughter of the late Frances Eleanor (Wynn) and Harold Richard Smithson. She was a member of the University Christian Church in Manhattan. Ginger will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother who gave unconditional love to her entire family. She was a daycare provider for 30+ years. She loved bowling, sewing, and knitting, and was an avid reader. She was an active volunteer for many years for Mercy Hospital, Medi-mates, and Meals on Wheels. Ginger was a member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of the ESA Sorority, the Hi-Wives Club, and multiple bridges playing clubs. She and her husband were recipients of the Volunteer Service Award from Mercy Hospital and the 2001 Little Apple Chorus Award of Harmony. Ginger is survived by two sons, Ken (Cindy) Garwick of Manhattan and Tim (Celinda) Garwick of Panama City, FL; two daughters, Lori Garwick of Manhattan and Heidi (Terry) Francis of Manhattan; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild and one sister, Gwen Jennen of Federal Way, WA. A Celebration of Life will be announced later with inurnment at Sunrise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the University Christian Church, Manhattan, KS, or Accord Hospice of Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virginia May “Ginger” Garwick, 88, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Wednesday evening, November 11, 2020, at her residence. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, John Zook Garwick. Ginger was born in Minneapolis, MN, on April 14, 1932, the daughter of the late Frances Eleanor (Wynn) and Harold Richard Smithson. She was a member of the University Christian Church in Manhattan. Ginger will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother who gave unconditional love to her entire family. She was a daycare provider for 30+ years. She loved bowling, sewing, and knitting, and was an avid reader. She was an active volunteer for many years for Mercy Hospital, Medi-mates, and Meals on Wheels. Ginger was a member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of the ESA Sorority, the Hi-Wives Club, and multiple bridges playing clubs. She and her husband were recipients of the Volunteer Service Award from Mercy Hospital and the 2001 Little Apple Chorus Award of Harmony. Ginger is survived by two sons, Ken (Cindy) Garwick of Manhattan and Tim (Celinda) Garwick of Panama City, FL; two daughters, Lori Garwick of Manhattan and Heidi (Terry) Francis of Manhattan; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild and one sister, Gwen Jennen of Federal Way, WA. A Celebration of Life will be announced later with inurnment at Sunrise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the University Christian Church, Manhattan, KS, or Accord Hospice of Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virginia May “Ginger” Garwick

Patty Rose (Higbee) Duffy, 73, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Patty was born in Arkansas City, Kansas on November 3, 1947, to Wilda (Coggins) and Denton Higbee. She spent her early life in Cowley County, Kansas on the family farm and attended grade school in a one-room school house. In 1958, the family moved to Tribune, Kansas. She graduated from Greeley County high school in 1965 and went on to attend Cowley County Junior College where she graduated with an associates degree. Patty moved to Manhattan in 1969 working in various positions around town. She worked as a bookkeeper for over 30 years at Goetsch-Irvine Motor Company, and for the past several years at Manhattan Motors. Patty was an avid K-State fan, attending the K-State Women’s Basketball games for several years as a season ticket holder and many home football games. She enjoyed fishing, boating and relaxing on any body of water. She also loved planning trips with her sisters, and spending time with her daughters and grandchildren. She was a long time member of First Christian Church in Manhattan, where she was a dedicated volunteer and leader. She loved the friendships she had with the congregation and especially with the women in the Russell Group/Faith Sisters Group. Patty is survived by her two daughters, Jennifer (Greg) Piazza, of Dallas, TX; Ange (Kurt) Jones, of Wichita, KS; her sisters, Billie Ochsner, and Kay Crow, and her grandchildren Kaylin Jones and Kyle Jones. She is preceded in death by her sister Shirley Jacques, an infant sister Sandra Lee Higbee, and her parents. A Memorial Service will be held at First Christian Church in Manhattan on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. It will also be live streamed https://www.facebook.com/fccmanhattan and https://www.youtube. com/channel/UCZDjaANuLttjDzOLG4REOsA . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the First Christian Church Faith Sisters Group. Please add “Patty Duffy” to check memo and mail to 3001 Grand Mere Parkway, Manhattan, KS 66503.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Patty Rose (Higbee) Duffy, 73, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Patty was born in Arkansas City, Kansas on November 3, 1947, to Wilda (Coggins) and Denton Higbee. She spent her early life in Cowley County, Kansas on the family farm and attended grade school in a one-room school house. In 1958, the family moved to Tribune, Kansas. She graduated from Greeley County high school in 1965 and went on to attend Cowley County Junior College where she graduated with an associates degree. Patty moved to Manhattan in 1969 working in various positions around town. She worked as a bookkeeper for over 30 years at Goetsch-Irvine Motor Company, and for the past several years at Manhattan Motors. Patty was an avid K-State fan, attending the K-State Women’s Basketball games for several years as a season ticket holder and many home football games. She enjoyed fishing, boating and relaxing on any body of water. She also loved planning trips with her sisters, and spending time with her daughters and grandchildren. She was a long time member of First Christian Church in Manhattan, where she was a dedicated volunteer and leader. She loved the friendships she had with the congregation and especially with the women in the Russell Group/Faith Sisters Group. Patty is survived by her two daughters, Jennifer (Greg) Piazza, of Dallas, TX; Ange (Kurt) Jones, of Wichita, KS; her sisters, Billie Ochsner, and Kay Crow, and her grandchildren Kaylin Jones and Kyle Jones. She is preceded in death by her sister Shirley Jacques, an infant sister Sandra Lee Higbee, and her parents. A Memorial Service will be held at First Christian Church in Manhattan on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. It will also be live streamed https://www.facebook.com/fccmanhattan and https://www.youtube. com/channel/UCZDjaANuLttjDzOLG4REOsA . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the First Christian Church Faith Sisters Group. Please add “Patty Duffy” to check memo and mail to 3001 Grand Mere Parkway, Manhattan, KS 66503.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Patty Rose (Higbee) Duffy

Dorothy May (Fisher) Tanner went to be in the arms of the Lord on November 12, 2020 at the age of 101 at the Vintage Park Assisted Living in Wamego.&nbsp; She was born August 7, 1919 near Delavan, Kansas at the home of her parents, Herbert Harrison Fisher and Alice May (Burton) Fisher.&nbsp; The baby sister to two older brothers, Ernest and Willis, both preceded her in death.

Dorothy graduated in 1933, from District 60, Gilbert Grade School in Morris County.&nbsp; She was valedictorian in the class of 1937 at Delavan High School.

Dorothy married John William Tanner of Wamego on September 8, 1940 at the home of her parents.&nbsp; He preceded her in death September 18, 1991.&nbsp; They lived on a farm south of Manhattan for a short time and then moved to the Laclede community northeast of Wamego. &nbsp;They farmed and John had a carpentry business.&nbsp; Dorothy worked on the farm and raised chickens.&nbsp; She kept the books for both businesses.&nbsp; To this union were born two daughters, Barbara Marie and Mary Johnette.

Dorothy was a woman of many talents, a hard worker, faithful to her family and community.&nbsp; She loved to trace family history and Laclede community history.&nbsp; She spent countless hours at her word processor recording history as well as tracing family genealogy.&nbsp; She was a member of the Laclede Baptist Church after being baptized December 5, 1948.&nbsp; She served as a Sunday School Superintendent and a teacher both in Sunday school and vacation Bible School.&nbsp; She was Church clerk from 1955 till the time when she was not able to attend church, because of her health, all the time keeping accurate records of the church history.&nbsp; She was a member of the American Baptist Women of Laclede, officer in the Tri-River and A.B.W. Association.&nbsp; She was a member of the Laclede F.C.E. for over 75 years.&nbsp; She was a volunteer for the national weather service from 1966-2002.&nbsp; She was also active with the Wamego Senior Citizens, Widow to Widow Support Group, and volunteered at the Columbian Theater in Wamego.

She was a member of 4-H winning trips to Chicago in 1939 and Washington D.C. in 1940.&nbsp; She worked in the Morris County Extension Agents Office before her marriage.&nbsp; Later, was a member of the Kansas Master 4-H Club.&nbsp; She was a former 4-H Who’s Who Club member.&nbsp;&nbsp; She served as club leader and sewing leader at the Tannerville 4-H Club for over 25 years.&nbsp; She won the Kansas 4-H Alumni award in 1959.

Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Barbara Marie (Don preceded her in death) Rezac, and Mary Johnette (Larry) Looka; five grandchildren, Lance (Deb) Rezac, Jay (Stacy) Rezac, both of Onaga, Kim (Gary) Robbins, Emmett, KS, Chris (Jennifer) Looka, Dallas, GA, and Lane (Tina) Looka, Holyoke, CO; thirteen great-grandchildren, Nicole (Luke) Harrison, Kelsey (Ryan) Mattie, Garrett Rezac, Jayme (Corey) Lundberg, Russell (Tiffany) Rezac, Matthew (Alexa) Rezac, Tanner Robbins, Kassidy (Bryan) Nelson, Stephani Robbins, Cody (Shannon) Looka, Hope Looka, Zachary Looka, and Lauryn Looka; eight great-great-grandchildren, Carissa and Adelynn Harrison, Evelynn and Brody Rezac, Jayden and Kenzie Lundberg, Lily Looka and Livia Looka; and three strep great-grandchildren, and four step great-great-grandchildren.

Private Services for Dorothy will be Thursday, November 19th, 2020 at the Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; Dorothy will lie in-state on Wednesday, November 18th&nbsp;from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home with social distancing and masks required.

Memorials are suggested to the Pottawatomie County 4-H Foundation in her memory, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

Dorothy May (Fisher) Tanner went to be in the arms of the Lord on November 12, 2020 at the age of 101 at the Vintage Park Assisted Living in Wamego.&nbsp; She was born August 7, 1919 near Delavan, Kansas at the home of her parents, Herbert Harrison Fisher and Alice May (Burton) Fisher.&nbsp; The baby sister to two older brothers, Ernest and Willis, both preceded her in death.Dorothy graduated in 1933, from District 60, Gilbert Grade School in Morris County.&nbsp; She was valedictorian in the class of 1937 at Delavan High School.Dorothy married John William Tanner of Wamego on September 8, 1940 at the home of her parents.&nbsp; He preceded her in death September 18, 1991.&nbsp; They lived on a farm south of Manhattan for a short time and then moved to the Laclede community northeast of Wamego. &nbsp;They farmed and John had a carpentry business.&nbsp; Dorothy worked on the farm and raised chickens.&nbsp; She kept the books for both businesses.&nbsp; To this union were born two daughters, Barbara Marie and Mary Johnette.Dorothy was a woman of many talents, a hard worker, faithful to her family and community.&nbsp; She loved to trace family history and Laclede community history.&nbsp; She spent countless hours at her word processor recording history as well as tracing family genealogy.&nbsp; She was a member of the Laclede Baptist Church after being baptized December 5, 1948.&nbsp; She served as a Sunday School Superintendent and a teacher both in Sunday school and vacation Bible School.&nbsp; She was Church clerk from 1955 till the time when she was not able to attend church, because of her health, all the time keeping accurate records of the church history.&nbsp; She was a member of the American Baptist Women of Laclede, officer in the Tri-River and A.B.W. Association.&nbsp; She was a member of the Laclede F.C.E. for over 75 years.&nbsp; She was a volunteer for the national weather service from 1966-2002.&nbsp; She was also active with the Wamego Senior Citizens, Widow to Widow Support Group, and volunteered at the Columbian Theater in Wamego.She was a member of 4-H winning trips to Chicago in 1939 and Washington D.C. in 1940.&nbsp; She worked in the Morris County Extension Agents Office before her marriage.&nbsp; Later, was a member of the Kansas Master 4-H Club.&nbsp; She was a former 4-H Who’s Who Club member.&nbsp;&nbsp; She served as club leader and sewing leader at the Tannerville 4-H Club for over 25 years.&nbsp; She won the Kansas 4-H Alumni award in 1959.Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Barbara Marie (Don preceded her in death) Rezac, and Mary Johnette (Larry) Looka; five grandchildren, Lance (Deb) Rezac, Jay (Stacy) Rezac, both of Onaga, Kim (Gary) Robbins, Emmett, KS, Chris (Jennifer) Looka, Dallas, GA, and Lane (Tina) Looka, Holyoke, CO; thirteen great-grandchildren, Nicole (Luke) Harrison, Kelsey (Ryan) Mattie, Garrett Rezac, Jayme (Corey) Lundberg, Russell (Tiffany) Rezac, Matthew (Alexa) Rezac, Tanner Robbins, Kassidy (Bryan) Nelson, Stephani Robbins, Cody (Shannon) Looka, Hope Looka, Zachary Looka, and Lauryn Looka; eight great-great-grandchildren, Carissa and Adelynn Harrison, Evelynn and Brody Rezac, Jayden and Kenzie Lundberg, Lily Looka and Livia Looka; and three strep great-grandchildren, and four step great-great-grandchildren.Private Services for Dorothy will be Thursday, November 19th, 2020 at the Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; Dorothy will lie in-state on Wednesday, November 18th&nbsp;from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home with social distancing and masks required.Memorials are suggested to the Pottawatomie County 4-H Foundation in her memory, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

Dorothy May (Fisher) Tanner 

Virginia May “Ginger” Garwick, 88, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Wednesday evening, November 11, 2020, at her residence. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, John Zook Garwick. Ginger was born in Minneapolis, MN, on April 14, 1932, the daughter of the late Frances Eleanor (Wynn) and Harold Richard Smithson. She was a member of the University Christian Church in Manhattan. Ginger will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother who gave unconditional love to her entire family. She was a daycare provider for 30+ years. She loved bowling, sewing, and knitting, and was an avid reader. She was an active volunteer for many years for Mercy Hospital, Medi-mates, and Meals on Wheels. Ginger was a member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of the ESA Sorority, the Hi-Wives Club, and multiple bridges playing clubs. She and her husband were recipients of the Volunteer Service Award from Mercy Hospital and the 2001 Little Apple Chorus Award of Harmony. Ginger is survived by two sons, Ken (Cindy) Garwick of Manhattan and Tim (Celinda) Garwick of Panama City, FL; two daughters, Lori Garwick of Manhattan and Heidi (Terry) Francis of Manhattan; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. A Celebration of Life will be announced later with inurnment at Sunrise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the University Christian Church, Manhattan, KS, or Accord Hospice of Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virginia May “Ginger” Garwick, 88, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Wednesday evening, November 11, 2020, at her residence. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, John Zook Garwick. Ginger was born in Minneapolis, MN, on April 14, 1932, the daughter of the late Frances Eleanor (Wynn) and Harold Richard Smithson. She was a member of the University Christian Church in Manhattan. Ginger will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother who gave unconditional love to her entire family. She was a daycare provider for 30+ years. She loved bowling, sewing, and knitting, and was an avid reader. She was an active volunteer for many years for Mercy Hospital, Medi-mates, and Meals on Wheels. Ginger was a member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of the ESA Sorority, the Hi-Wives Club, and multiple bridges playing clubs. She and her husband were recipients of the Volunteer Service Award from Mercy Hospital and the 2001 Little Apple Chorus Award of Harmony. Ginger is survived by two sons, Ken (Cindy) Garwick of Manhattan and Tim (Celinda) Garwick of Panama City, FL; two daughters, Lori Garwick of Manhattan and Heidi (Terry) Francis of Manhattan; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. A Celebration of Life will be announced later with inurnment at Sunrise Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the University Christian Church, Manhattan, KS, or Accord Hospice of Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frank Martino, Jr. 91, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family. Cremation has taken place. A private family celebration of life service will take place. Frank was born September 10, 1929, in Junction City, KS, the son of Francis Anthony and Gladys (Marie) Martino, Sr. Frank graduated from Junction City High School with class of 1949. He attended Kansas State University on a football scholarship for one year. After attending Kansas State University, he worked as a auto body mechanic at Reed Body Shop in Junction City, KS. He was drafted to serve in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He later worked for the Railway Express for nineteen years. In his final years of employment, he owned and operated Martino Janitorial and Carpet Cleaning until his retirement. He married Eileen Heldstab November 10, 1950, in Junction City, KS. Survivors left to mourn his loss are his wife Eileen of the home in Junction City, KS; one son, Doug Martino of Kansas City, MO; one daughter, Brenda Hall of Excelsior Springs, MO; four grandchildren, Seth Hall, Kristin Fish, Travis Hall and Brandon Martino; eleven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son Mike Martino and one sister Mary Frances Adams.

Frank Martino, Jr. 91, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family. Cremation has taken place. A private family celebration of life service will take place. Frank was born September 10, 1929, in Junction City, KS, the son of Francis Anthony and Gladys (Marie) Martino, Sr. Frank graduated from Junction City High School with class of 1949. He attended Kansas State University on a football scholarship for one year. After attending Kansas State University, he worked as a auto body mechanic at Reed Body Shop in Junction City, KS. He was drafted to serve in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He later worked for the Railway Express for nineteen years. In his final years of employment, he owned and operated Martino Janitorial and Carpet Cleaning until his retirement. He married Eileen Heldstab November 10, 1950, in Junction City, KS. Survivors left to mourn his loss are his wife Eileen of the home in Junction City, KS; one son, Doug Martino of Kansas City, MO; one daughter, Brenda Hall of Excelsior Springs, MO; four grandchildren, Seth Hall, Kristin Fish, Travis Hall and Brandon Martino; eleven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son Mike Martino and one sister Mary Frances Adams.

Frank Martino, Jr.

Donna J. Alter, 86, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with Pastor Timothy McCall officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Accord Hospice. Donna was born November 2, 1934, in Junction City, KS, the daughter of Stephen and Esther (Settgast) Elmore. Donna worked as a bookkeeper for the Arnold A. Gfeller Accounting Firm for many years. She graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1952. She enjoyed quilting and sewing. She married James E. Alter July 29, 1975. He passed away October 2, 2010. Survivors include one son, Mark Pugh of Junction City, KS; step-sons, James Alter, Jr., Christopher Alter, Robert Alter and Richard Alter; one step-daughter, Sherry (Alter) Bruce; two brothers, DeWane Elmore of Zepherhills, Fl and Allen Elmore of Junction City, KS; numerous nephews and nieces. Donna was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers; Harvey Elmore, Jack Elmore and James Elmore; two sisters, Shirley (Elmore) Burk and Arlene (Elmore) Bennett.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna J. Alter, 86, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery with Pastor Timothy McCall officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Accord Hospice. Donna was born November 2, 1934, in Junction City, KS, the daughter of Stephen and Esther (Settgast) Elmore. Donna worked as a bookkeeper for the Arnold A. Gfeller Accounting Firm for many years. She graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1952. She enjoyed quilting and sewing. She married James E. Alter July 29, 1975. He passed away October 2, 2010. Survivors include one son, Mark Pugh of Junction City, KS; step-sons, James Alter, Jr., Christopher Alter, Robert Alter and Richard Alter; one step-daughter, Sherry (Alter) Bruce; two brothers, DeWane Elmore of Zepherhills, Fl and Allen Elmore of Junction City, KS; numerous nephews and nieces. Donna was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers; Harvey Elmore, Jack Elmore and James Elmore; two sisters, Shirley (Elmore) Burk and Arlene (Elmore) Bennett.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna J. Alter

Beverly Velma Reichenberger, 88, of Junction City, KS, formerly of McMinnville, OR, passed away on November 12, 2020. The Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, 3pm, November 15, 2020, at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Mark Hatcher officiating. Beverly was born on August 17, 1932, in Shell Rock, Iowa, to Clark and Eva (Walter) Avery. She attended school at the Prairie Bible Institute in Three Hills, Alberta, Canada, graduating in the class of 1950. After graduation she returned to the Prairie Bible Institute and completed one year of college. Beverly married Alvin Reichenberger on June 8, 1956 in Vancouver, WA. Of their union, they had three children; Douglas, Karen, and Greg. Beverly and Alvin later separated. She later married Don Shobe in 1986 in Bolivar, Missouri. Don passed away on August 2, 1993. Beverly's hobbies were stamping, genealogy, and refurbishing furniture. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the LaFayette Community Church in LaFayette, Oregon. Beverly was known for her outgoing personality, sense of humor, and caring nature. She was a loving mother, adoring grandmother and great-grandmother, and loyal friend. Beverly is survived by her family: her two sons, Douglas (Kathy) Reichenberger of Hamilton, OH, and Greg (Nancy) Reichenberger of Yakima, WA; her daughter, Karen (Michael) Morris of Junction City, KS; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her former husband, and her siblings Lela Ackenly, Lavone Linnman, Donald Avery, Russell Avery, and Myrl Avery.

Beverly Velma Reichenberger, 88, of Junction City, KS, formerly of McMinnville, OR, passed away on November 12, 2020. The Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, 3pm, November 15, 2020, at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Mark Hatcher officiating. Beverly was born on August 17, 1932, in Shell Rock, Iowa, to Clark and Eva (Walter) Avery. She attended school at the Prairie Bible Institute in Three Hills, Alberta, Canada, graduating in the class of 1950. After graduation she returned to the Prairie Bible Institute and completed one year of college. Beverly married Alvin Reichenberger on June 8, 1956 in Vancouver, WA. Of their union, they had three children; Douglas, Karen, and Greg. Beverly and Alvin later separated. She later married Don Shobe in 1986 in Bolivar, Missouri. Don passed away on August 2, 1993. Beverly's hobbies were stamping, genealogy, and refurbishing furniture. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the LaFayette Community Church in LaFayette, Oregon. Beverly was known for her outgoing personality, sense of humor, and caring nature. She was a loving mother, adoring grandmother and great-grandmother, and loyal friend. Beverly is survived by her family: her two sons, Douglas (Kathy) Reichenberger of Hamilton, OH, and Greg (Nancy) Reichenberger of Yakima, WA; her daughter, Karen (Michael) Morris of Junction City, KS; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her former husband, and her siblings Lela Ackenly, Lavone Linnman, Donald Avery, Russell Avery, and Myrl Avery.

Beverly Velma Reichenberger

Connie Sue Stirtz passed away peacefully in the early morning of November 11, 2020. She was born August 11,1943 in Abilene, KS. After graduating from Kansas State Teacher’s College in Emporia, she became a beloved kindergarten teacher in Chapman, KS. On August 5, 1966, Connie married the love of her life, Ned Stirtz, in their hometown of Abilene, where they stayed to build their life and family together. Connie was a longtime member of Emmanuel Church in Abilene, KS where she loved to serve others, gather with friends, and praise the Lord. Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Orrin and Olave Condit, husband Ned Stirtz, and brother in law Kenny Wetzel. She is survived by her sister Orrene Wetzel of Abilene, KS; sons Roger Stirtz (Renee) of Liberty, MO and Ryan Stirtz (Sarah) of Abilene, KS; grandchildren Mason (Carly), Caden, Bennett, Cooper, and Abram Stirtz; and numerous other relatives and friends. A service to honor her life will take place on Tuesday, November 17th at 10:30 a.m. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the service will include immediate family only. There will be a live stream available on Emmanuel Church’s Facebook page of the service. It will also be posted later on Emmanuel Church’s Youtube if you cannot watch live. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that loved ones make donations to Emmanuel Church (http://www.ecabilene.org/resources/online-giving) or to the Parkinson’s Foundation (https://www.parkinson.org/) in Connie’s memory. Here is the link to Emmanuel Church’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ecabilene

Here is the link to Emmanuel Church’s Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTzPahCOcsPE8jLHgMEFjhw&nbsp;

Connie Sue Stirtz passed away peacefully in the early morning of November 11, 2020. She was born August 11,1943 in Abilene, KS. After graduating from Kansas State Teacher’s College in Emporia, she became a beloved kindergarten teacher in Chapman, KS. On August 5, 1966, Connie married the love of her life, Ned Stirtz, in their hometown of Abilene, where they stayed to build their life and family together. Connie was a longtime member of Emmanuel Church in Abilene, KS where she loved to serve others, gather with friends, and praise the Lord. Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Orrin and Olave Condit, husband Ned Stirtz, and brother in law Kenny Wetzel. She is survived by her sister Orrene Wetzel of Abilene, KS; sons Roger Stirtz (Renee) of Liberty, MO and Ryan Stirtz (Sarah) of Abilene, KS; grandchildren Mason (Carly), Caden, Bennett, Cooper, and Abram Stirtz; and numerous other relatives and friends. A service to honor her life will take place on Tuesday, November 17th at 10:30 a.m. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the service will include immediate family only. There will be a live stream available on Emmanuel Church’s Facebook page of the service. It will also be posted later on Emmanuel Church’s Youtube if you cannot watch live. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that loved ones make donations to Emmanuel Church (http://www.ecabilene.org/resources/online-giving) or to the Parkinson’s Foundation (https://www.parkinson.org/) in Connie’s memory. Here is the link to Emmanuel Church’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ecabilene Here is the link to Emmanuel Church’s Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTzPahCOcsPE8jLHgMEFjhw&nbsp;

Connie Sue Stirtz 

Roger Keith Parker, age 84, of Dwight, Kansas, passed away November 7, 2020, at his residence.

He was born June 3, 1936 in Parkerville, Kansas to Marion and Hazel (Kraus) Parker. He attended Parkerville grade school and was a graduate of Dwight Rural High School with the class of 1954.&nbsp; Roger married his high school sweetheart June Church on June 3, 1956.

Roger and his family were in the refined fuel and propane business for 45 years and during that time he was a member of the Kansas Petroleum Marketers and Kansas LP Gas Association, also serving as President of the Gas Association in 1987.

Roger was a member of the Dwight Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; He served on the Dwight City Council prior to being Mayor of Dwight from 1971 to 1977 and again from 1981 to 1986.&nbsp; He was on the Fire Department and served as Fire Chief for 25 years.

He is preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter Brooke Nicole Pereira.

Roger is survived by his wife June and their three children: Randel (Lori), Sandra (David), Linda (Scott); 7 grandchildren: Jenny (Guillermo), Wendy (Matt), Kyle (Kyle), Kirsti (Austin), Tyler (Bailey), Leslie (Matt), Michael (Alicia); 12 great-grandchildren: Ansley, Marin, Riggin, Parker, Rhett, Lakyn, Charlie, August, Brenley, Nash, Emery, and Bennett; brother Leland Parker and sisters Norma and Lucille.

A private family graveside will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to What’s in Outdoors Fund and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846. This fund has been established to host a Family Fish Camp in the Spring of 2021 at the Marina Cove.&nbsp; The camp will teach youth and their families the basics of fishing.

Roger Keith Parker, age 84, of Dwight, Kansas, passed away November 7, 2020, at his residence.He was born June 3, 1936 in Parkerville, Kansas to Marion and Hazel (Kraus) Parker. He attended Parkerville grade school and was a graduate of Dwight Rural High School with the class of 1954.&nbsp; Roger married his high school sweetheart June Church on June 3, 1956.Roger and his family were in the refined fuel and propane business for 45 years and during that time he was a member of the Kansas Petroleum Marketers and Kansas LP Gas Association, also serving as President of the Gas Association in 1987.Roger was a member of the Dwight Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; He served on the Dwight City Council prior to being Mayor of Dwight from 1971 to 1977 and again from 1981 to 1986.&nbsp; He was on the Fire Department and served as Fire Chief for 25 years.He is preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter Brooke Nicole Pereira.Roger is survived by his wife June and their three children: Randel (Lori), Sandra (David), Linda (Scott); 7 grandchildren: Jenny (Guillermo), Wendy (Matt), Kyle (Kyle), Kirsti (Austin), Tyler (Bailey), Leslie (Matt), Michael (Alicia); 12 great-grandchildren: Ansley, Marin, Riggin, Parker, Rhett, Lakyn, Charlie, August, Brenley, Nash, Emery, and Bennett; brother Leland Parker and sisters Norma and Lucille.A private family graveside will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to What’s in Outdoors Fund and sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846. This fund has been established to host a Family Fish Camp in the Spring of 2021 at the Marina Cove.&nbsp; The camp will teach youth and their families the basics of fishing.

Roger Keith Parker

Ronald (Ron) Wichman, age 84 of Clay Center, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.

He was born on March 13, 1936 in Greenleaf, Kansas, the son of George and Leona (Reed) Wichman.  He graduated from Green High School and played football, proudly wearing the number 60.  Following high school graduation, he served in the U.S. Air Force for five years and was based in the state of Washington.

He married Peggy Appleton and they had three children, Mike, Don and Julie.  They later divorced.

On October 12, 1988, he married  Donna Fencil and he gained four more daughters and a son.

Ron worked for Leiszler Oil Company for 43 years.  He was a member of the American Legion and also the Elks for several years.  He loved to hunt and fish in his younger years with his brother and family and enjoyed going to the casinos, but most of all the horse races.



He is survived by his wife, Donna Wichman of Clay Center; his children, Mike Wichman and wife Terri of Alvin, Texas, Donald Wichman and wife Sandy of Wichita, Julie Nelson and husband James of McPherson, Doris Beck of Rogers, Arkansas, Deb Simone and husband Kirk of Silver Lake, Brenda Richards and husband Dan of Manhattan, Mike Fencil of New Cambria and an adopted daughter, Kathy Schaefer and fiance Dennis Rightmeier of Manhattan; two sisters, Betty Nail of McPherson and Mary Babcock of Cairo, Missouri; two brothers, Chester Wichman of Clay Center and Jim Wichman of Mount Pleasant, Texas; 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Robert (Bob) Wichman and one sister, Peggy Goff.

A private family graveside service will be held in the Greenwood Cemetery with Herb Mugler officiating. The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Meadowlark Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Ronald (Ron) Wichman, age 84 of Clay Center, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.

He was born on March 13, 1936 in Greenleaf, Kansas, the son of George and Leona (Reed) Wichman. He graduated from Green High School and played football, proudly wearing the number 60. Following high school graduation, he served in the U.S. Air Force for five years and was based in the state of Washington.

He married Peggy Appleton and they had three children, Mike, Don and Julie. They later divorced.

On October 12, 1988, he married Donna Fencil and he gained four more daughters and a son.

Ron worked for Leiszler Oil Company for 43 years. He was a member of the American Legion and also the Elks for several years. He loved to hunt and fish in his younger years with his brother and family and enjoyed going to the casinos, but most of all the horse races.

He is survived by his wife, Donna Wichman of Clay Center; his children, Mike Wichman and wife Terri of Alvin, Texas, Donald Wichman and wife Sandy of Wichita, Julie Nelson and husband James of McPherson, Doris Beck of Rogers, Arkansas, Deb Simone and husband Kirk of Silver Lake, Brenda Richards and husband Dan of Manhattan, Mike Fencil of New Cambria and an adopted daughter, Kathy Schaefer and fiance Dennis Rightmeier of Manhattan; two sisters, Betty Nail of McPherson and Mary Babcock of Cairo, Missouri; two brothers, Chester Wichman of Clay Center and Jim Wichman of Mount Pleasant, Texas; 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Robert (Bob) Wichman and one sister, Peggy Goff.

A private family graveside service will be held in the Greenwood Cemetery with Herb Mugler officiating. The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Meadowlark Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Ronald (Ron) Wichman

Ron was Born July 21, 1948 to William Joseph and Edwinna Mae (Hosmer) Potenski in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; At the age of 72, Ron succumbed to the COVID 19 virus on the evening of November 5, 2020&nbsp; He graduated from Clay County Community High School in 1966 and attended Kansas State University before enlisting in the Navy, &nbsp;May 6, 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp; He served during the Vietnam War aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Lexington based in Pensacola, FL.&nbsp; Ron received a National Defense Service Award while in the Navy.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He was discharged January 30, 1974.&nbsp; He returned home to Clay Center that year, obtained his electrician and plumber licenses and with his father and mother started their business of Potenski and Son Heating and Cooling.&nbsp; Ron, also, worked as a substitute rural mail carrier and eventually became a full-time rural mail carrier for the Clay Center Post Office.&nbsp; He retired from the Post Office and continued to work at his business of Potenski and Son Heating and Cooling until his death.&nbsp; Ron was an active member of the community through the support of the American Legion, serving on the board of C &amp; R Credit Union, as a City Council Member, and as an elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; Ron’s first love was his gardens and growing and tending all his vegetables.&nbsp; He grew many varieties of tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, cucumbers and green beans in particular.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;The garden produced an abundance of vegetables so that his mom, Edwinna, could can and freeze all she wanted but they &nbsp;always had enough to give away to friends and neighbors.&nbsp; His second love came later in life.&nbsp; He found the joy of Polka Dancing and that is where he met his dancing partner for life, Althea Kenkel.&nbsp; They traveled from Texas to Minnesota to Ohio and in between to Polka dances and festivals and made many friends during their adventures.&nbsp; They were often seen dancing on Molly B’s Polka Party on RFD TV.&nbsp; Ron loved his cat, Blackie, and would spoil him all the time.&nbsp; Ron loved his family very much.&nbsp; He was known to spoil his nephews and they loved his dearly.

Ron was with his mother every day and often twice a day. &nbsp;Ron was very caring, loving, and had a bright smile and a sense of humor.&nbsp; He was a best friend anyone could have.&nbsp; Ron was extremely articulate in everything he did; he always went above and beyond.&nbsp; He enjoyed life and will be greatly missed by all his family and all who knew and loved him.&nbsp;

Ron was preceded in death by his&nbsp; grandparents, Edwin E. (Pete ) Hosmer and Susanna (Kretz) Hosmer,&nbsp; and his father, William (Bill)&nbsp; Joseph Potenski&nbsp; He was survived by his mother, Edwinna, who outlived him less than 24 hours, also a victim of the COVID 19 virus.&nbsp; He is survived by his siblings, Rose Marie (Jim) Wilson, William E. (Kathryn) Potenski, Nancy Jean Stedl, and Peggy Ann (Philip) Williams, nephews, Jason, Matthew, and John L. Stedl, Nicholas and Christopher Potenski, and Bennett, Preston and Tyler Williams as well as great- nephews and nieces, Andrew Stedl, and Rohan and Kamran Stedl, Cole, Adeline and Ella Williams, and Henri and Louisa Williams and David and Alexandria Potenski.

Visitation: 3-6 p.m., Thursday, November 19 at the funeral home.&nbsp; Family and friends will need to wear masks that cover the nose and mouth to enter.

Graveside services will stream live at 11 a.m. at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;In person attendance is limited to family only

Ron was Born July 21, 1948 to William Joseph and Edwinna Mae (Hosmer) Potenski in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; At the age of 72, Ron succumbed to the COVID 19 virus on the evening of November 5, 2020&nbsp; He graduated from Clay County Community High School in 1966 and attended Kansas State University before enlisting in the Navy, &nbsp;May 6, 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp; He served during the Vietnam War aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Lexington based in Pensacola, FL.&nbsp; Ron received a National Defense Service Award while in the Navy.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He was discharged January 30, 1974.&nbsp; He returned home to Clay Center that year, obtained his electrician and plumber licenses and with his father and mother started their business of Potenski and Son Heating and Cooling.&nbsp; Ron, also, worked as a substitute rural mail carrier and eventually became a full-time rural mail carrier for the Clay Center Post Office.&nbsp; He retired from the Post Office and continued to work at his business of Potenski and Son Heating and Cooling until his death.&nbsp; Ron was an active member of the community through the support of the American Legion, serving on the board of C &amp; R Credit Union, as a City Council Member, and as an elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; Ron’s first love was his gardens and growing and tending all his vegetables.&nbsp; He grew many varieties of tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, cucumbers and green beans in particular.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;The garden produced an abundance of vegetables so that his mom, Edwinna, could can and freeze all she wanted but they &nbsp;always had enough to give away to friends and neighbors.&nbsp; His second love came later in life.&nbsp; He found the joy of Polka Dancing and that is where he met his dancing partner for life, Althea Kenkel.&nbsp; They traveled from Texas to Minnesota to Ohio and in between to Polka dances and festivals and made many friends during their adventures.&nbsp; They were often seen dancing on Molly B’s Polka Party on RFD TV.&nbsp; Ron loved his cat, Blackie, and would spoil him all the time.&nbsp; Ron loved his family very much.&nbsp; He was known to spoil his nephews and they loved his dearly. Ron was with his mother every day and often twice a day. &nbsp;Ron was very caring, loving, and had a bright smile and a sense of humor.&nbsp; He was a best friend anyone could have.&nbsp; Ron was extremely articulate in everything he did; he always went above and beyond.&nbsp; He enjoyed life and will be greatly missed by all his family and all who knew and loved him.&nbsp;Ron was preceded in death by his&nbsp; grandparents, Edwin E. (Pete ) Hosmer and Susanna (Kretz) Hosmer,&nbsp; and his father, William (Bill)&nbsp; Joseph Potenski&nbsp; He was survived by his mother, Edwinna, who outlived him less than 24 hours, also a victim of the COVID 19 virus.&nbsp; He is survived by his siblings, Rose Marie (Jim) Wilson, William E. (Kathryn) Potenski, Nancy Jean Stedl, and Peggy Ann (Philip) Williams, nephews, Jason, Matthew, and John L. Stedl, Nicholas and Christopher Potenski, and Bennett, Preston and Tyler Williams as well as great- nephews and nieces, Andrew Stedl, and Rohan and Kamran Stedl, Cole, Adeline and Ella Williams, and Henri and Louisa Williams and David and Alexandria Potenski.Visitation: 3-6 p.m., Thursday, November 19 at the funeral home.&nbsp; Family and friends will need to wear masks that cover the nose and mouth to enter.Graveside services will stream live at 11 a.m. at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;In person attendance is limited to family only

Ronald Potenski

Edwinna Mae (Hosmer) Potenski, born April 26, 1923, Clay Center County Hospital and was the eldest daughter of three of Edwin E. (Pete) Hosmer and Susanna (Kretz) Hosmer.&nbsp; She was a mother, grandma and a great-grandma.&nbsp; &nbsp;At the age of 97, Edwinna succumbed to the COVID 19 virus on the afternoon of November 6, 2020.&nbsp; She graduated from Clay Center County High School in 1941.&nbsp; She&nbsp; attended Brown Mackie Business School in Salina, Kansas&nbsp; Edwinna started working in Washington D.C. at the ( Defense Department or is it the Department of Labor) in 1942. Shortly after, she met her husband Bill Potenski who was stationed on a ship there.&nbsp; They met at a roller rink and got married in Washington D.C. and Rose Marie was born there.&nbsp; Edwinna and Bill returned to Clay Center where a few years later, in 1950, they built their home on Lincoln street where Edwinna lived the rest of her life.&nbsp; Edwinna loved to bake dessert and made all kinds of cookies, cakes and pies and continued to bake all her life.&nbsp;

With her husband, the late William J Potenski and her son, the late Ron, they purchased Hosmer Sheet Metal Company from her father, Edwin E. (Pete) Hosmer in 1974.&nbsp; Her family, through her father and grandfather, Henry L. Hosmer, has owned a business in Clay Center since 1919.&nbsp; Her grandfather was a “tinner.”

Edwinna was an active member in her community where she belonged to the American Legion Auxilary and was the longest continuous member of 88 years.&nbsp; She was the ”Poppy Lady” of the year in 2017.&nbsp; She served in many offices during her lifetime and some of them included: vice-president, president, Membership , Historian, Executive board, Junior Activities, Child Welfare, Poppy Garden, Treasure, Constitution &amp; Bylaws, Audit Committee, Membership, Girls State, Past Presidents and most recently on the Executive Board.&nbsp; Edwinna was a faithful member and will be greatly missed.

Edwinna was also an active member of the local V.F.W. and was a past-president.&nbsp; She was member of the Clay Center Busines and Professional Women’s Club since 1972.&nbsp; Edwinna was selected as Woman of the Year in 2002-2003.&nbsp; She has served as local treasurer, secretary, historian, scholarship chair as well as serving on the calling committee and numerous other committees.

Edwinna spent her early years raising five children&nbsp; She loved gardening, fishing and talking with her friends.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed cooking and baking was her passion.&nbsp; Edwinna not only baked for her family but also donated and shared her “goods” with others whenever possible.&nbsp; She also made and canned pickles, beets, green beans and tomatoes and tomato juice and salsa.&nbsp; Her cubboards were always full and she was ready to share her big supply.&nbsp; All were welcome to her home and especially to her dinner table.&nbsp;

Edwinna will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her; both family and friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin E. (Pete) Hosmer and Susanna (Kretz) Hosmer, her husband William (Bill) J. Potenski, son, Ronald D. Potenski,and her sisters. Betty Seese and Marie Anderegg.&nbsp; Edwinna is survived by her children, Rose Marie (Jim) Wilson of Fairfax Station, VA, William E, (Kathryn) Potenski of Clearwater, KS, Nancy J Stedl of Antioch, IL., Peggy (Phil) Williams of Abilene, KS. &nbsp;And her grandchildren Jason Stedl of Antioch, IL, Matthew (Bonny) Stedl, of Chicago, IL, John (Pooja) Stedl of Santa Monica, CA, Nicholas (Chelsea) Potenski of Olathe, KS, Christopher (Alyssa) Potenski, of Blue Springs, MO, Bennett (Amy) Williams of Joplin, MO, Preston of Burbank, CA, Tyler (Catherine) Williams of Fairbanks, AK; Great-grand children, Andrew, Rohan and Kamran Stedl, Cole, Adeline, Ella Williams and Henri, Louisa Williams and David and Alexandria Potenski.

Graveside services will stream live at 11 a.m. at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;In person attendance is limited to family only.

Edwinna Mae (Hosmer) Potenski, born April 26, 1923, Clay Center County Hospital and was the eldest daughter of three of Edwin E. (Pete) Hosmer and Susanna (Kretz) Hosmer.&nbsp; She was a mother, grandma and a great-grandma.&nbsp; &nbsp;At the age of 97, Edwinna succumbed to the COVID 19 virus on the afternoon of November 6, 2020.&nbsp; She graduated from Clay Center County High School in 1941.&nbsp; She&nbsp; attended Brown Mackie Business School in Salina, Kansas&nbsp; Edwinna started working in Washington D.C. at the ( Defense Department or is it the Department of Labor) in 1942. Shortly after, she met her husband Bill Potenski who was stationed on a ship there.&nbsp; They met at a roller rink and got married in Washington D.C. and Rose Marie was born there.&nbsp; Edwinna and Bill returned to Clay Center where a few years later, in 1950, they built their home on Lincoln street where Edwinna lived the rest of her life.&nbsp; Edwinna loved to bake dessert and made all kinds of cookies, cakes and pies and continued to bake all her life.&nbsp;With her husband, the late William J Potenski and her son, the late Ron, they purchased Hosmer Sheet Metal Company from her father, Edwin E. (Pete) Hosmer in 1974.&nbsp; Her family, through her father and grandfather, Henry L. Hosmer, has owned a business in Clay Center since 1919.&nbsp; Her grandfather was a “tinner.”Edwinna was an active member in her community where she belonged to the American Legion Auxilary and was the longest continuous member of 88 years.&nbsp; She was the ”Poppy Lady” of the year in 2017.&nbsp; She served in many offices during her lifetime and some of them included: vice-president, president, Membership , Historian, Executive board, Junior Activities, Child Welfare, Poppy Garden, Treasure, Constitution &amp; Bylaws, Audit Committee, Membership, Girls State, Past Presidents and most recently on the Executive Board.&nbsp; Edwinna was a faithful member and will be greatly missed.Edwinna was also an active member of the local V.F.W. and was a past-president.&nbsp; She was member of the Clay Center Busines and Professional Women’s Club since 1972.&nbsp; Edwinna was selected as Woman of the Year in 2002-2003.&nbsp; She has served as local treasurer, secretary, historian, scholarship chair as well as serving on the calling committee and numerous other committees.Edwinna spent her early years raising five children&nbsp; She loved gardening, fishing and talking with her friends.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed cooking and baking was her passion.&nbsp; Edwinna not only baked for her family but also donated and shared her “goods” with others whenever possible.&nbsp; She also made and canned pickles, beets, green beans and tomatoes and tomato juice and salsa.&nbsp; Her cubboards were always full and she was ready to share her big supply.&nbsp; All were welcome to her home and especially to her dinner table.&nbsp;Edwinna will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her; both family and friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin E. (Pete) Hosmer and Susanna (Kretz) Hosmer, her husband William (Bill) J. Potenski, son, Ronald D. Potenski,and her sisters. Betty Seese and Marie Anderegg.&nbsp; Edwinna is survived by her children, Rose Marie (Jim) Wilson of Fairfax Station, VA, William E, (Kathryn) Potenski of Clearwater, KS, Nancy J Stedl of Antioch, IL., Peggy (Phil) Williams of Abilene, KS. &nbsp;And her grandchildren Jason Stedl of Antioch, IL, Matthew (Bonny) Stedl, of Chicago, IL, John (Pooja) Stedl of Santa Monica, CA, Nicholas (Chelsea) Potenski of Olathe, KS, Christopher (Alyssa) Potenski, of Blue Springs, MO, Bennett (Amy) Williams of Joplin, MO, Preston of Burbank, CA, Tyler (Catherine) Williams of Fairbanks, AK; Great-grand children, Andrew, Rohan and Kamran Stedl, Cole, Adeline, Ella Williams and Henri, Louisa Williams and David and Alexandria Potenski.Visitation: 3-6 p.m., Thursday, November 19 at the funeral home.&nbsp; Family and friends will need to wear masks that cover the nose and mouth to enter.Graveside services will stream live at 11 a.m. at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome">https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;In person attendance is limited to family only.

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