Jacqueline Mae Motley, age 89, of Manhattan, died Wednesday July 8, 2020 at her home in Manhattan. She was born on July 22, 1930 in Manhattan, the daughter Evelyn Chudej and her adoptive parents Raymond and Florence (King) Phelps. She grew up in Manhattan and attended local schools. On December 27, 1947 in Manhattan, she was united in marriage to Ed Motley. He preceded her in death on October 6, 2008. Jackie worked at the Manhattan middle school as a food service worker for 10 years. She enjoyed working on puzzles and listening to Elvis. She enjoyed being with her children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren as often as she could, Jackie was always ready for family gatherings and holidays when they were all together. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Vawter and her sister, Betty Reid. Jackie is survived by her children: Thomas Motley (Debbie), Janet Swander (Jay), Michael Motley (Terry), Robert Motley (Toni), and David Motley (Angie) all of Manhattan; also, her sister, Sherry Theis of Manhattan, and her 25 grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; and also her two special nieces, Angie and Chrystal and nephew Cecil Rush. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects on Friday July 17, 2020 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Private family services will be held at the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House Inc. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jacqueline Mae Motley, age 89, of Manhattan, died Wednesday July 8, 2020 at her home in Manhattan. She was born on July 22, 1930 in Manhattan, the daughter Evelyn Chudej and her adoptive parents Raymond and Florence (King) Phelps. She grew up in Manhattan and attended local schools. On December 27, 1947 in Manhattan, she was united in marriage to Ed Motley. He preceded her in death on October 6, 2008. Jackie worked at the Manhattan middle school as a food service worker for 10 years. She enjoyed working on puzzles and listening to Elvis. She enjoyed being with her children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren as often as she could, Jackie was always ready for family gatherings and holidays when they were all together. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Vawter and her sister, Betty Reid. Jackie is survived by her children: Thomas Motley (Debbie), Janet Swander (Jay), Michael Motley (Terry), Robert Motley (Toni), and David Motley (Angie) all of Manhattan; also, her sister, Sherry Theis of Manhattan, and her 25 grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; and also her two special nieces, Angie and Chrystal and nephew Cecil Rush. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects on Friday July 17, 2020 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Private family services will be held at the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House Inc. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jacqueline Mae Motley

David A. Rohla, 80, died July 8, 2020. He was born March 4, 1940, the son of Otto and Minnie (Wilton) Rohla in Oak, Nebraska. David Grew up in Mankato, and graduated high school in 1958.&nbsp; He served in the U.S. Navy as a machinist’s mate.&nbsp; He married Mary Jo Gowens in 1977, she preceded him in death in 2019.&nbsp; David worked for KDOT for 34 years and retired as the District 3 superintendent.&nbsp; He is also preceded in death by his parents and brother, James.

Brothers: Otto, Jr., Grover, Emil, and Joe

There will be no visitation or funeral services.

David A. Rohla, 80, died July 8, 2020. He was born March 4, 1940, the son of Otto and Minnie (Wilton) Rohla in Oak, Nebraska. David Grew up in Mankato, and graduated high school in 1958.&nbsp; He served in the U.S. Navy as a machinist’s mate.&nbsp; He married Mary Jo Gowens in 1977, she preceded him in death in 2019.&nbsp; David worked for KDOT for 34 years and retired as the District 3 superintendent.&nbsp; He is also preceded in death by his parents and brother, James.Survivors:Son: David&nbsp; RohlaDaughter: Tammy RohlaBrothers: Otto, Jr., Grover, Emil, and JoeThere will be no visitation or funeral services.

David A. Rohla

A. Ramona Johnston, age 91 of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

She was born on September 8, 1928 in Olsburg, the daughter of Hans and Agnes (Rasmussen) Vandahl.  She graduated from Cleburne High School and Kansas State University with a degree in education.

On May 28, 1978, she married Robert Edward Johnston.  He preceded her in death in 2011.

Ramona’s first year of teaching was at Springside in Pottawatomie County.  After that, she taught elementary school in Fostoria, St. George, Rossville, Leonardville and Blue Valley Randolph.  She was a member of the Mariadahl Lutheran Church, Olsburg Lutheran Church, Delta Kappa Gamma and Green Valley FCE.  She enjoyed taking pictures, planting flowers and working in her garden.

She is survived by one sister, Kathryn Nelson of Manhattan; five nieces and nephews, Mark Nelson, Kent Nelson (Liz), Kathy Mignano (Tom), Carolyn Mohr (Ken) and Marjean Newcomer and many great nieces, great nephews and friends.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by parents; one brother, Elmer Vandahl and one sister, Helen Holt.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the Mariadahl Cemetery in Olsburg with Rev. Keith Wiens officiating.  Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Memorials have been established for the Olsburg Lutheran Church and Mariadahl Cemetery.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

A. Ramona Johnston, age 91 of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.She was born on September 8, 1928 in Olsburg, the daughter of Hans and Agnes (Rasmussen) Vandahl. She graduated from Cleburne High School and Kansas State University with a degree in education.On May 28, 1978, she married Robert Edward Johnston. He preceded her in death in 2011.Ramona’s first year of teaching was at Springside in Pottawatomie County. After that, she taught elementary school in Fostoria, St. George, Rossville, Leonardville and Blue Valley Randolph. She was a member of the Mariadahl Lutheran Church, Olsburg Lutheran Church, Delta Kappa Gamma and Green Valley FCE. She enjoyed taking pictures, planting flowers and working in her garden.She is survived by one sister, Kathryn Nelson of Manhattan; five nieces and nephews, Mark Nelson, Kent Nelson (Liz), Kathy Mignano (Tom), Carolyn Mohr (Ken) and Marjean Newcomer and many great nieces, great nephews and friends.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by parents; one brother, Elmer Vandahl and one sister, Helen Holt.Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the Mariadahl Cemetery in Olsburg with Rev. Keith Wiens officiating. Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Memorials have been established for the Olsburg Lutheran Church and Mariadahl Cemetery. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

A. Ramona Johnston

Doris Nelmes of Manhattan, KS died at her home on July 3, 2020 at the age of 80. She was born in Manhattan, KS on September 23, 1939. Her parents were James and Ida Thomas. Doris Grew up in Herington KS but moved to Manhattan KS in 1955 and graduated Manhattan High School in 1957. She then moved to Washington DC after high school and was married to Arthur B. Fridinger, Jr. from 1960-1973. Later She married Edwin V. Nelmes on December 30, 1974 until his death February 1, 1993. Doris graduated from Phoenix University with a Bachelor of Science in 2000 at the age of 70. Early in her career, she worked t the National Bureau of Standards and was a dance instructor at the Fred Astaire Studio in Washington, D.C. She also worked for the National Transportation Safety Board of Dulles International Airport, Administrative Law Judges, NTSB and US Department of Commerce in D.C as an office manager. She met her husband Edwin Nelmes during her time at NTSB and they were married in December of 1974. She retired in 1990 after thirty-one years of government service. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Survivors include her sister Shirley J. Hyde-Luna of Garden City, step-children Ted and Ethel Nelmes, Pamela Merlin and Beverly Nelmes, niece Cindy Unger of Garden City, nephews James Lehr of Portland, ME and John Lehr of Junction City. She leaves numerous step-grandchildren, step-great grandchildren and great nieces and great nephews. Her hobbies included singing semi-professionally in the D.C and Colorado areas. She loved classical music and dancing. She belonged to the Lions Clubs of Fairfax, Virginia; Boulder, Colorado; Conroe, Texas, Leawood, Kansas and Manhattan, Kansas. She was a very giving person and was proud of her work history and volunteering. There will be no service. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will occur at a later date in Pennsylvania where her husband is interred. The family suggests memorials to the Lions Club of Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Doris Nelmes of Manhattan, KS died at her home on July 3, 2020 at the age of 80. She was born in Manhattan, KS on September 23, 1939. Her parents were James and Ida Thomas. Doris Grew up in Herington KS but moved to Manhattan KS in 1955 and graduated Manhattan High School in 1957. She then moved to Washington DC after high school and was married to Arthur B. Fridinger, Jr. from 1960-1973. Later She married Edwin V. Nelmes on December 30, 1974 until his death February 1, 1993. Doris graduated from Phoenix University with a Bachelor of Science in 2000 at the age of 70. Early in her career, she worked t the National Bureau of Standards and was a dance instructor at the Fred Astaire Studio in Washington, D.C. She also worked for the National Transportation Safety Board of Dulles International Airport, Administrative Law Judges, NTSB and US Department of Commerce in D.C as an office manager. She met her husband Edwin Nelmes during her time at NTSB and they were married in December of 1974. She retired in 1990 after thirty-one years of government service. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Survivors include her sister Shirley J. Hyde-Luna of Garden City, step-children Ted and Ethel Nelmes, Pamela Merlin and Beverly Nelmes, niece Cindy Unger of Garden City, nephews James Lehr of Portland, ME and John Lehr of Junction City. She leaves numerous step-grandchildren, step-great grandchildren and great nieces and great nephews. Her hobbies included singing semi-professionally in the D.C and Colorado areas. She loved classical music and dancing. She belonged to the Lions Clubs of Fairfax, Virginia; Boulder, Colorado; Conroe, Texas, Leawood, Kansas and Manhattan, Kansas. She was a very giving person and was proud of her work history and volunteering. There will be no service. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will occur at a later date in Pennsylvania where her husband is interred. The family suggests memorials to the Lions Club of Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Doris Nelmes 

Charley (Chuck) Elvin Abarr, age 89 of Manhattan, Kansas died July 8 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House. He had been a resident of Manhattan for 12 years. He was born on May 4, 1931 in Billings, Montana to parents, Joseph and Ester Abarr. He also grew up in Billings along with his siblings, Ellen and Joe. He attended Billings High School but completed his senior year at Miltonvale College in Miltonvale, Kansas. He enlisted in the Navy and was sworn in November 10, 1950. He was stationed in Alameda, California. He married Marjorie Faye Hudson of Billings on August 19, 1951 in Billings, Montana. They had three children, Debra Jean, Bobby Joe, and Randy Jay. He attended and graduated from Marion College in Marion, Indiana. He later attended the Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He was in the restaurant business for over forty years. The highlight of his career was working for the McDonald's Corporation. He began at entry level and was promoted from store manager to regional supervisor to field consultant at the home office to International and ended his career as an owner-operator. He was a dedicated, hard-working, loyal, and honored employee and loved working and traveling for McDonald's. One of his proudest moments was being invited to attend and participate in the 1200th store opening in Southeast Asia. He retired from McDonald's Corporation approximately thirty years later. He loved retelling stories and reliving his experiences during those years. He enjoyed McDonald's double cheeseburgers well into his eighties. Chuck was a proud and loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He treasured being surrounded by his children, Debra Lamb(daughter) and husband Pat, Bob(son), and Randy(son), his grandchildren, Vance Lamb and wife Kate, Sean Lamb, Richard Abarr and wife Keli, Amy Abarr-Harris, and Aubrey Abarr-Brown and husband Matt, and his great grandchildren, Lucas, Parie, Breeonna, Wyatt, Raylee, Peyton, Tanner, and Tate. Dad was a sports enthusiast. His favorites were football, baseball, softball, bowling, and golf. He was a superior athlete that played many different sports. He was proudest of being selected to the All Navy Softball Team. He also had the special ability to coach anyone, from college golfers to Little League boys including his sons. He spent many joy filled hours at the Lake of the Ozarks teaching family and friends how to water ski. He owned Arabian horses for several years and enjoyed showing them competitively with his sons. He was a social person and loved telling stories and reminiscing. He would never turn down an invitation to lunch or dinner. He loved M&amp;M's, cashews, angel food cake, deviled eggs, and his own fried chicken &amp; gravy. The only thing he loved more was being involved with celebrations including his family. He was proud, supportive, loving, humble, lived simply, and shared everything he had. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Ester Abarr, his sister, Ellen Waite, his former wife, Marjorie Eglin (1984), and sons, Bobby (2004) and Randy (2017). Cremation is planned with a private family service to be celebrated at a later date. Memorial contributions in memory of Charley are suggested to the Ronald McDonald House. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charley (Chuck) Elvin Abarr, age 89 of Manhattan, Kansas died July 8 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House. He had been a resident of Manhattan for 12 years. He was born on May 4, 1931 in Billings, Montana to parents, Joseph and Ester Abarr. He also grew up in Billings along with his siblings, Ellen and Joe. He attended Billings High School but completed his senior year at Miltonvale College in Miltonvale, Kansas. He enlisted in the Navy and was sworn in November 10, 1950. He was stationed in Alameda, California. He married Marjorie Faye Hudson of Billings on August 19, 1951 in Billings, Montana. They had three children, Debra Jean, Bobby Joe, and Randy Jay. He attended and graduated from Marion College in Marion, Indiana. He later attended the Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He was in the restaurant business for over forty years. The highlight of his career was working for the McDonald's Corporation. He began at entry level and was promoted from store manager to regional supervisor to field consultant at the home office to International and ended his career as an owner-operator. He was a dedicated, hard-working, loyal, and honored employee and loved working and traveling for McDonald's. One of his proudest moments was being invited to attend and participate in the 1200th store opening in Southeast Asia. He retired from McDonald's Corporation approximately thirty years later. He loved retelling stories and reliving his experiences during those years. He enjoyed McDonald's double cheeseburgers well into his eighties. Chuck was a proud and loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He treasured being surrounded by his children, Debra Lamb(daughter) and husband Pat, Bob(son), and Randy(son), his grandchildren, Vance Lamb and wife Kate, Sean Lamb, Richard Abarr and wife Keli, Amy Abarr-Harris, and Aubrey Abarr-Brown and husband Matt, and his great grandchildren, Lucas, Parie, Breeonna, Wyatt, Raylee, Peyton, Tanner, and Tate. Dad was a sports enthusiast. His favorites were football, baseball, softball, bowling, and golf. He was a superior athlete that played many different sports. He was proudest of being selected to the All Navy Softball Team. He also had the special ability to coach anyone, from college golfers to Little League boys including his sons. He spent many joy filled hours at the Lake of the Ozarks teaching family and friends how to water ski. He owned Arabian horses for several years and enjoyed showing them competitively with his sons. He was a social person and loved telling stories and reminiscing. He would never turn down an invitation to lunch or dinner. He loved M&amp;M's, cashews, angel food cake, deviled eggs, and his own fried chicken &amp; gravy. The only thing he loved more was being involved with celebrations including his family. He was proud, supportive, loving, humble, lived simply, and shared everything he had. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Ester Abarr, his sister, Ellen Waite, his former wife, Marjorie Eglin (1984), and sons, Bobby (2004) and Randy (2017). Cremation is planned with a private family service to be celebrated at a later date. Memorial contributions in memory of Charley are suggested to the Ronald McDonald House. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charley (Chuck) Elvin Abarr

Mildred L. Rouse, 83 died July 7, 2020 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on February 14, 1937, the daughter of Edmond and Marjorie (Carter) Furrer.&nbsp; Mildred was raised in Clay Center and was a graduate of the CCCHS class of 1955.&nbsp; She married John Coberly in 1956, they later divorced.&nbsp; She then married Loy Norman Rouse in 1969.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on May 26, 1975.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Dayton Rouse; daughter, Elizabeth Coberly; sister, Hazel Buckley.

Son: Rollin and wife Sherry Coberly of Clay Center, KS

Son: Roger and wife Valerie Coberly of Salina, KS

13 Grandchildren and 8 Great-Grandchildren

Graveside Services: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Clay County, KS

Visitation: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 from 9:30 – 10:30 AM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; Mildred Rouse Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Mildred L. Rouse, 83 died July 7, 2020 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on February 14, 1937, the daughter of Edmond and Marjorie (Carter) Furrer.&nbsp; Mildred was raised in Clay Center and was a graduate of the CCCHS class of 1955.&nbsp; She married John Coberly in 1956, they later divorced.&nbsp; She then married Loy Norman Rouse in 1969.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on May 26, 1975.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Dayton Rouse; daughter, Elizabeth Coberly; sister, Hazel Buckley.Survivors:Son: Rollin and wife Sherry Coberly of Clay Center, KSSon: Roger and wife Valerie Coberly of Salina, KSSon: Jonathan Coberly of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Desiree Stevens of Oakhill, KSSister: Helen Goodin of Phoenix, AZ13 Grandchildren and 8 Great-GrandchildrenGraveside Services: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Clay County, KSMinister: Pastor Paul TessaroVisitation: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 from 9:30 – 10:30 AM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; Mildred Rouse Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Mildred L. Rouse

1st Sgt. (Retired) Richard S. Strait, 79, of Junction City, died Sunday, July 5, 2020 at his home. Richard was born Feb. 9, 1941 in Pulteney, New York, the son of Stanley and Frances (Youngs) Strait. Richard was raised in New York and attended school there. Richard enlisted in the U.S. Army on Feb. 12, 1958 and spent over a 20 year career serving his country. Richard served in the Vietnam War and was twice wounded in battle, for which he received the Purple Heart, Silver Star, and Bronze Star. Richard was Honorably Discharged from the U.S. Army in 1978 as a 1st Sgt. After his discharge, Richard worked at Ft. Riley as Civil Service as a Building Inspector. Richard was a member of the Junction City Church of the Nazarene; the Geary County Sheriff's Posse; and the Earl Gormley, Post #45 of the American Legion, all of Junction City. Richard married Joyce M. Slater on April 25, 1959 in Hammondsport, New York. Joyce passed away Nov. 20, 2019. Survivors include: a son, David Strait and his wife Nancy, Bath, New York; a daughter, Deborah Strait, Rockford, Illinois; a brother, Larry Strait, Warrensburg, Missouri; a sister, Bonnie Mori, Woodbridge, Virginia; and 2 grandchildren, Joshua Strait and Courtney Strait. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Gary Strait. It was Richard's wish to be cremated. A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene. Inurnment of the urn will occur later this summer in New York. Memorial contributions may be given, in Richard's name, to the Junction City Church of the Nazarene, or to the Disabled American Veterans. Johnson Funeral Home assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

1st Sgt. (Retired) Richard S. Strait, 79, of Junction City, died Sunday, July 5, 2020 at his home. Richard was born Feb. 9, 1941 in Pulteney, New York, the son of Stanley and Frances (Youngs) Strait. Richard was raised in New York and attended school there. Richard enlisted in the U.S. Army on Feb. 12, 1958 and spent over a 20 year career serving his country. Richard served in the Vietnam War and was twice wounded in battle, for which he received the Purple Heart, Silver Star, and Bronze Star. Richard was Honorably Discharged from the U.S. Army in 1978 as a 1st Sgt. After his discharge, Richard worked at Ft. Riley as Civil Service as a Building Inspector. Richard was a member of the Junction City Church of the Nazarene; the Geary County Sheriff's Posse; and the Earl Gormley, Post #45 of the American Legion, all of Junction City. Richard married Joyce M. Slater on April 25, 1959 in Hammondsport, New York. Joyce passed away Nov. 20, 2019. Survivors include: a son, David Strait and his wife Nancy, Bath, New York; a daughter, Deborah Strait, Rockford, Illinois; a brother, Larry Strait, Warrensburg, Missouri; a sister, Bonnie Mori, Woodbridge, Virginia; and 2 grandchildren, Joshua Strait and Courtney Strait. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Gary Strait. It was Richard's wish to be cremated. A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene. Inurnment of the urn will occur later this summer in New York. Memorial contributions may be given, in Richard's name, to the Junction City Church of the Nazarene, or to the Disabled American Veterans. Johnson Funeral Home assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

1st Sgt. (Retired) Richard S. Strait

Jerome "Jerry" Paul Schiess Sr.&nbsp; Passed away June 27th at home under hospice care, at the age of 73 after a yearlong battle. 

He was born on May 19th, 1947 in Chadwick IL. The son of Emil and Edith (Hess) Schiess. His parents would later divorce and his mother would remarry, John Burns.&nbsp; He attended and graduated from school in Rockford, IL. He met and fell in love with Della "Kathy" Jenkins and on June 12th, 1965 they were married, they had just celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Together they would have 6 children and later adopt 1.

&nbsp; Jerry served in the US Army during the Vietnam War with the 75th Airborne Rangers and would later serve with The Big Red 1. In 1992 he completed his service with 25 years.

 After retiring from the US Army, he and Kathy made their home in Missouri where he drove and operated his own truck and he drove for the next 12 years. After retiring from driving they made their home in Clay Center, KS. He will always be known to those who loved and respected him as a true Bad Ass! Over the years their house was never empty, their fridge was never bare, they always had an open door whether it be a Soldier, Family, or Friend. Everyone of their children's friends called them Mom and Dad. When Jerry wasn't working you could always find him with a pole in the water waiting for the big one, Or in the kitchen making his amazing spaghetti. If you met him, you knew you had a friend forever. His family meant the world to him, and he would always give the biggest hug and you never left him without hearing I Love You. Thank you to all his Brothers for serving next to our hero. RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!&nbsp; BRO: No Mission Too Difficult. No Sacrifice Too Great. Duty First.

&nbsp;He is proceeded in death by his sons Christopher and Robert Schiess, his parents Emil Schiess, Edith and John Burns. His In Laws Ralph and Dorothy Jenkins, Brothers Richard and Virgil Schiess, Sister Bev Ebner, and many Brother and Sister in laws, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years Kathy Schiess, Clay Center KS, Son Paul Schiess, Clay Center KS, Daughters Gina (Josh) Wagner, Watford City ND, Vikki Calbert, Springfield MO, Mindy (Bill) Walker, Canton OH, Son Bobby (Kim) Schiess, Manistee MI,&nbsp; 13 Grandkids and 10 Great Grandkids. Brothers Ron (Debbie) Burns, Cucamongo CA, Chuck Burns, Phoenix AZ, Bob (Betty) Burns, Monte Vista CO. Sister in laws Emma Cardey, San Antonio TX, Rose Lawler, Rockford IL, Brother in law Dave (Darleen) Jenkins, Wisconsin Dells WI, Brother in laws John (Barbara) Jenkins, Rockford IL,&nbsp; and Charles Pinkston, Longview TX. And many Nieces, Nephews, and&nbsp; Cousins.

The family would like to Thank the Meadowlark Hospice for their love and care for Jerry and caring so deeply for Jerry, Kathy and their children.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorial Services: Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 2:00 PM at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Riley

Burial: Kansas Veterans Cemetery Fort Riley, Manhattan, Kansas

Visitation: Wednesday, July 15, 2020 from 3-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.&nbsp; Face masks are required to attend.

Memorials:&nbsp; Disabled American Veterans c/o the funeral home

Jerome "Jerry" Paul Schiess Sr.&nbsp; Passed away June 27th at home under hospice care, at the age of 73 after a yearlong battle. He was born on May 19th, 1947 in Chadwick IL. The son of Emil and Edith (Hess) Schiess. His parents would later divorce and his mother would remarry, John Burns.&nbsp; He attended and graduated from school in Rockford, IL. He met and fell in love with Della "Kathy" Jenkins and on June 12th, 1965 they were married, they had just celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Together they would have 6 children and later adopt 1.&nbsp; Jerry served in the US Army during the Vietnam War with the 75th Airborne Rangers and would later serve with The Big Red 1. In 1992 he completed his service with 25 years. After retiring from the US Army, he and Kathy made their home in Missouri where he drove and operated his own truck and he drove for the next 12 years. After retiring from driving they made their home in Clay Center, KS. He will always be known to those who loved and respected him as a true Bad Ass! Over the years their house was never empty, their fridge was never bare, they always had an open door whether it be a Soldier, Family, or Friend. Everyone of their children's friends called them Mom and Dad. When Jerry wasn't working you could always find him with a pole in the water waiting for the big one, Or in the kitchen making his amazing spaghetti. If you met him, you knew you had a friend forever. His family meant the world to him, and he would always give the biggest hug and you never left him without hearing I Love You. Thank you to all his Brothers for serving next to our hero. RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!&nbsp; BRO: No Mission Too Difficult. No Sacrifice Too Great. Duty First.&nbsp;He is proceeded in death by his sons Christopher and Robert Schiess, his parents Emil Schiess, Edith and John Burns. His In Laws Ralph and Dorothy Jenkins, Brothers Richard and Virgil Schiess, Sister Bev Ebner, and many Brother and Sister in laws, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.He is survived by his wife of 55 years Kathy Schiess, Clay Center KS, Son Paul Schiess, Clay Center KS, Daughters Gina (Josh) Wagner, Watford City ND, Vikki Calbert, Springfield MO, Mindy (Bill) Walker, Canton OH, Son Bobby (Kim) Schiess, Manistee MI,&nbsp; 13 Grandkids and 10 Great Grandkids. Brothers Ron (Debbie) Burns, Cucamongo CA, Chuck Burns, Phoenix AZ, Bob (Betty) Burns, Monte Vista CO. Sister in laws Emma Cardey, San Antonio TX, Rose Lawler, Rockford IL, Brother in law Dave (Darleen) Jenkins, Wisconsin Dells WI, Brother in laws John (Barbara) Jenkins, Rockford IL,&nbsp; and Charles Pinkston, Longview TX. And many Nieces, Nephews, and&nbsp; Cousins.The family would like to Thank the Meadowlark Hospice for their love and care for Jerry and caring so deeply for Jerry, Kathy and their children.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial Services: Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 2:00 PM at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort RileyBurial: Kansas Veterans Cemetery Fort Riley, Manhattan, KansasVisitation: Wednesday, July 15, 2020 from 3-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.&nbsp; Face masks are required to attend.Memorials:&nbsp; Disabled American Veterans c/o the funeral homeJ

Jerome "Jerry" Paul Schiess

Kansas State University Professor and World War II Navy Veteran Kansas State University’s well-respected Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering, Bob L. Smith, Ph.D., P.E. gave his final farewells at age 94, surrounded by family and friends following a long bout with old age.

Dr. Smith was very much involved in the pursuits close to his heart and mind; education, educating youth in strategies to realize their full potential and becoming financially savvy, improving the quality of our educators, Legislative Committee work for Alzheimer’s, and living a life built upon the foundation of Christian values through his lifelong church family, Trinity Presbyterian Church. Dr. Smith was preceded in death by his late wife, Jean Ewing Smith and son Bill Smith. He is survived by his wife Mary, daughter Jan Smith Langton (Scott), sister Betty Jean Fuller, Daughter-in-law Diana Smith, step son John Musselman (Alice), 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 4 great, great grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 4 step great grandchildren, and multiple nieces and nephews. Early Life: Bob Lee Smith was born on 1/26/1926 in Stormont Hospital Topeka, Kansas. Dr. Smith grew up in the Great Depression with his parent’s Caleb and Betty Smith, truck gardeners, and little sister, Betty Jean. Remarkably, those hard times were a positive influence. At the ripe old age of 8, Dr. Smith figured out there had to be a better way of making a living. He decided to go to college. Naval Career: After graduating from Emporia High School in 1943 he enlisted in the Navy V-5 Program and received 16 months of college. His Naval career continued in 1944; Navy’s V-12 Unit, Pre-Midshipmen’s school at Princeton University, Midshipmen at Chicago’s Northwestern University City College, and Honorable Discharge in 1946. Albert Einstein: While at Princeton, Dr. Smith had the great honor of going to Albert Einstein’s apartment and enjoy tea with this remarkable man. Education/Career: 1946: Kansas State College for Agriculture and Applied Science Began his teaching career while an undergrad student. 1948: Kansas State College for Agriculture and Applied Science BSCE with honors, inducted into Engineering’s Honorary, Sigma Tau. 1953: Kansas State University MSCE. 1953: Kansas State University Promoted to Associate professor 1958: Awarded the National Science Foundation Faculty Fellowship to work toward his Ph.D. 1964: Purdue University Received Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering. 1964: Kansas State University Promoted to Professor 1966: Texas A&amp;M National Science Foundation Faculty Research Program 1969: Dartmouth University visiting professor at Thayer School of Engineering 1990: American Society of Civil Engineers Edmund Friedman Professional Recognition Award 1992: Kansas State University Retired and named Professor Emeritus Published Author of 40 articles, most notably “Handbook of Traffic Control Practices for Low Volume Roads for County Engineers” published by Kansas Department of Transportation and “Practical Highway Esthetics” published by the American Society of Civil Engineers. Served as the executive secretary of the Kansas Water Resources Board in 1961. Directed the Annual Kansas Transportation Engineering Conference since 1964 till his retirement and served as a consultant for a series of national seminars on Dynamic Design for Highway Safety during the 1970’s. Served as the Co-Director of the Traffic Assistance Service for the Kansas project since 1979 and conducted and participated in seminars and short courses statewide. Served on 18 committees including Transportation Research Board, American Society of Civil Engineers, and Institute of Transportation Engineers and was a board Member of Meadowlark Hills Trustees and Manhattan City planning. Bob loved his Canadian fishing trips with his buddies, hunting deer and turkey, Wildcat sports, his bird feeders, and teaching. But nothing pleased him more than speaking with former students who expressed gratitude for the education they received while in his classes. He would be pleased to have a joyous gathering of family, friends, colleagues, and former students as this would be a marvelous closure of his exceptional life. Please join us after the Covid-19 threat has diminished, a date to be decided. Memorial gifts in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, Manhattan, KS. Kansas State University Foundation; Civil Engineering Department Trinity Presbyterian Church Manhattan, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kansas State University Professor and World War II Navy Veteran Kansas State University’s well-respected Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering, Bob L. Smith, Ph.D., P.E. gave his final farewells at age 94, surrounded by family and friends following a long bout with old age. Dr. Smith was very much involved in the pursuits close to his heart and mind; education, educating youth in strategies to realize their full potential and becoming financially savvy, improving the quality of our educators, Legislative Committee work for Alzheimer’s, and living a life built upon the foundation of Christian values through his lifelong church family, Trinity Presbyterian Church. Dr. Smith was preceded in death by his late wife, Jean Ewing Smith and son Bill Smith. He is survived by his wife Mary, daughter Jan Smith Langton (Scott), sister Betty Jean Fuller, Daughter-in-law Diana Smith, step son John Musselman (Alice), 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 4 great, great grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 4 step great grandchildren, and multiple nieces and nephews. Early Life: Bob Lee Smith was born on 1/26/1926 in Stormont Hospital Topeka, Kansas. Dr. Smith grew up in the Great Depression with his parent’s Caleb and Betty Smith, truck gardeners, and little sister, Betty Jean. Remarkably, those hard times were a positive influence. At the ripe old age of 8, Dr. Smith figured out there had to be a better way of making a living. He decided to go to college. Naval Career: After graduating from Emporia High School in 1943 he enlisted in the Navy V-5 Program and received 16 months of college. His Naval career continued in 1944; Navy’s V-12 Unit, Pre-Midshipmen’s school at Princeton University, Midshipmen at Chicago’s Northwestern University City College, and Honorable Discharge in 1946. Albert Einstein: While at Princeton, Dr. Smith had the great honor of going to Albert Einstein’s apartment and enjoy tea with this remarkable man. Education/Career: 1946: Kansas State College for Agriculture and Applied Science Began his teaching career while an undergrad student. 1948: Kansas State College for Agriculture and Applied Science BSCE with honors, inducted into Engineering’s Honorary, Sigma Tau. 1953: Kansas State University MSCE. 1953: Kansas State University Promoted to Associate professor 1958: Awarded the National Science Foundation Faculty Fellowship to work toward his Ph.D. 1964: Purdue University Received Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering. 1964: Kansas State University Promoted to Professor 1966: Texas A&amp;M National Science Foundation Faculty Research Program 1969: Dartmouth University visiting professor at Thayer School of Engineering 1990: American Society of Civil Engineers Edmund Friedman Professional Recognition Award 1992: Kansas State University Retired and named Professor Emeritus Published Author of 40 articles, most notably “Handbook of Traffic Control Practices for Low Volume Roads for County Engineers” published by Kansas Department of Transportation and “Practical Highway Esthetics” published by the American Society of Civil Engineers. Served as the executive secretary of the Kansas Water Resources Board in 1961. Directed the Annual Kansas Transportation Engineering Conference since 1964 till his retirement and served as a consultant for a series of national seminars on Dynamic Design for Highway Safety during the 1970’s. Served as the Co-Director of the Traffic Assistance Service for the Kansas project since 1979 and conducted and participated in seminars and short courses statewide. Served on 18 committees including Transportation Research Board, American Society of Civil Engineers, and Institute of Transportation Engineers and was a board Member of Meadowlark Hills Trustees and Manhattan City planning. Bob loved his Canadian fishing trips with his buddies, hunting deer and turkey, Wildcat sports, his bird feeders, and teaching. But nothing pleased him more than speaking with former students who expressed gratitude for the education they received while in his classes. He would be pleased to have a joyous gathering of family, friends, colleagues, and former students as this would be a marvelous closure of his exceptional life. Please join us after the Covid-19 threat has diminished, a date to be decided. Memorial gifts in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, Manhattan, KS. Kansas State University Foundation; Civil Engineering Department Trinity Presbyterian Church Manhattan, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bob L. Smith, Ph.D., P.E. 

Hazel Joan Walker, 94, died peacefully at Abilene Memorial Hospital on July 4, 2020.

 She was born in Coffeyville, Kansas, on October 2, 1925, to George and Anna Brown. She married George Walker in Independence, Kansas, on August 31, 1956, and they moved to Manhattan, Kansas, finally settling in Abilene, Kansas, where they attended St. Andrew’s Catholic Church. In later years, Hazel especially adored her dog, Governor, who was her faithful companion.

 She is preceded in death by her husband George Walker, daughter Sharon Lewis, son Michael Walker, sisters Mary Cornette, Myrtle Ellicock and Charlotte Brown and brother George (“Buddy”) Brown. She is survived by daughter Donna Walker of Milton-Freewater, Oregon and sons Jeff Walker of Salina, Kansas and Timm Walker (Karen Siebert) of Prairie Village, Kansas.

 Hazel chose to be cremated, so there will be a graveside service for family and friends at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Abilene at 9 a.m. on Thursday July 9. Because of public health concerns, there will not be a reception.

 Memorial donations in memory of Hazel may be made to Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Center in care of Danner Funeral Home. Donations will support outings and activities for the many friends she made while in care there.

Hazel Joan Walker, 94, died peacefully at Abilene Memorial Hospital on July 4, 2020. She was born in Coffeyville, Kansas, on October 2, 1925, to George and Anna Brown. She married George Walker in Independence, Kansas, on August 31, 1956, and they moved to Manhattan, Kansas, finally settling in Abilene, Kansas, where they attended St. Andrew’s Catholic Church. In later years, Hazel especially adored her dog, Governor, who was her faithful companion. She is preceded in death by her husband George Walker, daughter Sharon Lewis, son Michael Walker, sisters Mary Cornette, Myrtle Ellicock and Charlotte Brown and brother George (“Buddy”) Brown. She is survived by daughter Donna Walker of Milton-Freewater, Oregon and sons Jeff Walker of Salina, Kansas and Timm Walker (Karen Siebert) of Prairie Village, Kansas. Hazel chose to be cremated, so there will be a graveside service for family and friends at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Abilene at 9 a.m. on Thursday July 9. Because of public health concerns, there will not be a reception. Memorial donations in memory of Hazel may be made to Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Center in care of Danner Funeral Home. Donations will support outings and activities for the many friends she made while in care there.

Hazel Joan Walker

Charles “Charlie” John Naerebout, Jr. was born March 8, 1956, to Charles John Sr., and Donna Mae (Trim) Naerebout in Grand Haven, Michigan. Charlie attended Spring Lake, Michigan Schools and served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He married Teresa Lynne Anderson on November 19, 2007, in White Cloud, Michigan.

Charlie was a welder for Agco in Hesston, Kansas and worked in maintenance at Dura Automotive in White Cloud, Michigan. He loved his church Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, and enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapping.

His loving family includes his wife, Teresa of the home; children, Chasity (Daryn) Warriner of Ozark, Missouri, Karen Hidalgo of Unadilla, Nebraska, Aprelle Naerebout, and Charles (Cassandra) Naerebout all of White Cloud, Michigan; siblings, Penny (Greg) Walker of Newton, Kansas, Richard Naerebout, of Bailey, Michigan, Donna Mae (Steve) Youngheim of White Cloud, Michigan and Larry Naerebout of Grand Haven, Michigan; 10 grandchildren, Elisha, Isaiah, and Shiloh Warriner, Micayla Harness, John and Liz Hidalgo, James and Naomi Thompson, Riley and Charles IV Naerebout; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Bennett, Josephine and Alistair; an aunt, Donna Raye Johnson and a great nephew, Bryce Naerebout; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Sr., and Donna Naerebout. Charlie went home to be with his Lord and Savior after fighting a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, July 5, 2020, at the age of 64 years old.

A private family service will be held. His family will gather with friends on Friday, July 17, from 2-4 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home. Masks will be required. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or American Cancer Society – Pediatric Cancer or to help defray funeral expenses in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063.&nbsp;

Charles “Charlie” John Naerebout, Jr. was born March 8, 1956, to Charles John Sr., and Donna Mae (Trim) Naerebout in Grand Haven, Michigan. Charlie attended Spring Lake, Michigan Schools and served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He married Teresa Lynne Anderson on November 19, 2007, in White Cloud, Michigan.Charlie was a welder for Agco in Hesston, Kansas and worked in maintenance at Dura Automotive in White Cloud, Michigan. He loved his church Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church, and enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapping.His loving family includes his wife, Teresa of the home; children, Chasity (Daryn) Warriner of Ozark, Missouri, Karen Hidalgo of Unadilla, Nebraska, Aprelle Naerebout, and Charles (Cassandra) Naerebout all of White Cloud, Michigan; siblings, Penny (Greg) Walker of Newton, Kansas, Richard Naerebout, of Bailey, Michigan, Donna Mae (Steve) Youngheim of White Cloud, Michigan and Larry Naerebout of Grand Haven, Michigan; 10 grandchildren, Elisha, Isaiah, and Shiloh Warriner, Micayla Harness, John and Liz Hidalgo, James and Naomi Thompson, Riley and Charles IV Naerebout; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Bennett, Josephine and Alistair; an aunt, Donna Raye Johnson and a great nephew, Bryce Naerebout; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Sr., and Donna Naerebout. Charlie went home to be with his Lord and Savior after fighting a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, July 5, 2020, at the age of 64 years old.A private family service will be held. His family will gather with friends on Friday, July 17, from 2-4 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home. Masks will be required. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or American Cancer Society – Pediatric Cancer or to help defray funeral expenses in care of Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063.&nbsp;

Charles Naerebout - March 8, 1956-July 5, 2020 (age 64)

Shirley Ann Cogar, 81, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020 at Residence surrounded by her loving family. A visitation will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Following the visitation, a graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. at Highland Cemetery with Pastor Ronnie Roberts officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Accord Hospice. Shirley was born December 13, 1938, in Lantz, W.V. the daughter of Erskin and Marie (Nixon) Booth. Shirley worked as a CNA for many years in McKeesport, PA. She spent her working career caring for other people. When her children were younger she was a great homemaker and mother. She was known for her wonderful baking skills. She enjoyed baking cakes and cooking for her family. When she lived in Germany she volunteered for the American Red Cross. Shirley is survived by one son, Robert Cogar of Junction City, KS; four daughters, Janie Brunner and her husband Rusty of Madison Heights, VA, Lucinda (Cindy) Cogar of Junction City, KS, Virginia Glacken and her husband Gary of Junction City, KS and Mary Glacken and her husband John of Junction City, KS; twelve grandchildren, twenty eight great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren Noah and Sadie. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, James Edward, Jr. and Gilbert Lee and her siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shirley Ann Cogar, 81, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020 at Residence surrounded by her loving family. A visitation will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Following the visitation, a graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. at Highland Cemetery with Pastor Ronnie Roberts officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Accord Hospice. Shirley was born December 13, 1938, in Lantz, W.V. the daughter of Erskin and Marie (Nixon) Booth. Shirley worked as a CNA for many years in McKeesport, PA. She spent her working career caring for other people. When her children were younger she was a great homemaker and mother. She was known for her wonderful baking skills. She enjoyed baking cakes and cooking for her family. When she lived in Germany she volunteered for the American Red Cross. Shirley is survived by one son, Robert Cogar of Junction City, KS; four daughters, Janie Brunner and her husband Rusty of Madison Heights, VA, Lucinda (Cindy) Cogar of Junction City, KS, Virginia Glacken and her husband Gary of Junction City, KS and Mary Glacken and her husband John of Junction City, KS; twelve grandchildren, twenty eight great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren Noah and Sadie. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, James Edward, Jr. and Gilbert Lee and her siblings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shirley Ann Cogar

Clair W. Rupert, age 92 of Riley, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at the Wakefield Care and Rehab Center.

He was born on May 8, 1928 in Ringtown, Pennsylvania, the son of Arthur and Emma (Horrox) Rupert.

On August 27, 1949, he was married to Laurel Alverta Yocum.  She preceded him in death in 2004.

Clair served in the U.S. Navy and was a metal worker for Kansas State University.  He was a member of the Riley United Methodist Church.

He is survived by three sons, Steven Rupert of Mayetta, Guy Rupert of Andover and Jamison Rupert of Orange Park, Florida; two daughters, Kathleen Woodring of Farmington, Missouri and Laurie Beavers of Mount Vernon, Missouri; 17 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his son, Gary Rupert.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., July 18, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Sandy Ferguson officiating.  Burial will be in the Leonardville United Methodist Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Accord Hospice.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Clair W. Rupert, age 92 of Riley, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at the Wakefield Care and Rehab Center.He was born on May 8, 1928 in Ringtown, Pennsylvania, the son of Arthur and Emma (Horrox) Rupert.On August 27, 1949, he was married to Laurel Alverta Yocum. She preceded him in death in 2004.Clair served in the U.S. Navy and was a metal worker for Kansas State University. He was a member of the Riley United Methodist Church.He is survived by three sons, Steven Rupert of Mayetta, Guy Rupert of Andover and Jamison Rupert of Orange Park, Florida; two daughters, Kathleen Woodring of Farmington, Missouri and Laurie Beavers of Mount Vernon, Missouri; 17 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his son, Gary Rupert.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., July 18, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Sandy Ferguson officiating. Burial will be in the Leonardville United Methodist Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Accord Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Clair W. Rupert

Clifton McCann, age 81, of Manhattan, died July 4, 2020. He was born on May 11, 1939 in White City. Services will be held at a later date and announced by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clifton McCann, age 81, of Manhattan, died July 4, 2020. He was born on May 11, 1939 in White City. Services will be held at a later date and announced by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clifton McCann

Luis Manuel Robles, age 58, of Manhattan, KS died on July 3, 2020. He was born February 10, 1962.

Complete obituary is pending and will be announced by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Luis Manuel Robles, age 58, of Manhattan, KS died on July 3, 2020. He was born February 10, 1962. Complete obituary is pending and will be announced by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Luis Manuel Robles

Randy A. Nivert, 67, of Manhattan, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020. Randy was born June 9, 1953, in Fort Campbell, KY to Charlotte Irene (Allen) and Albert G Nivert. He graduated from Manhattan High in 1971. In 1972, he began working for the City of Ogden and remained there until taking over the family business, Allen’s Market, from 1985-1997. He then spent over 20 years employed by the Manhattan-Ogden School District, where he loved being there for the kids. Randy was an avid outdoorsman – he enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, and traveling and served as an Ogden Boy Scout Troop Leader. He will always be remembered for his limitless sense of humor and willingness to help anyone in need. He was a loving husband, father, and, a good friend to many people. Randy is survived by his wife Theresa Palmer of Manhattan; his children, Randall (Tammy) Nivert, Amarillo, Tx, Jonathon (Dena) Nivert, Meriden, and Melissa (Justin) Burger, Topeka; his sister, Cynthia (Alan) Rudie, Madison, WI, his brother Tracey (Maritheresa) Nivert, Salem, OR; four granddaughters, Naomi Nivert, Lillian Nivert, Madeline Burger and Delaney Burger, and his stepchildren Michael Bruce, Richard Bruce, Justin Bruce, and Danielle Kesler. He is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Charlotte. A Memorial Service will be held at future date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Randy A. Nivert, 67, of Manhattan, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020. Randy was born June 9, 1953, in Fort Campbell, KY to Charlotte Irene (Allen) and Albert G Nivert. He graduated from Manhattan High in 1971. In 1972, he began working for the City of Ogden and remained there until taking over the family business, Allen’s Market, from 1985-1997. He then spent over 20 years employed by the Manhattan-Ogden School District, where he loved being there for the kids. Randy was an avid outdoorsman – he enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, and traveling and served as an Ogden Boy Scout Troop Leader. He will always be remembered for his limitless sense of humor and willingness to help anyone in need. He was a loving husband, father, and, a good friend to many people. Randy is survived by his wife Theresa Palmer of Manhattan; his children, Randall (Tammy) Nivert, Amarillo, Tx, Jonathon (Dena) Nivert, Meriden, and Melissa (Justin) Burger, Topeka; his sister, Cynthia (Alan) Rudie, Madison, WI, his brother Tracey (Maritheresa) Nivert, Salem, OR; four granddaughters, Naomi Nivert, Lillian Nivert, Madeline Burger and Delaney Burger, and his stepchildren Michael Bruce, Richard Bruce, Justin Bruce, and Danielle Kesler. He is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Charlotte. A Memorial Service will be held at future date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Randy A. Nivert

Lauren VanArsdale Jackson, 38, of Junction City, KS passed away Friday, July 3, 2020. Lauren was born in Junction City, KS on February 9, 1982, to Rosalind (Muse) Knight and Curtis Jackson. He attended Manhattan High School, and then Manhattan Technical College. He loved to hang out with this family, cook, game and watch and play sports. He is survived by his parents Rosalind Knight and Curtis Jackson, his Fiancee Leslie Thomas, his two sons Josiah Hall and Nehemiah Jackson, his brothers Jesse Jackson, Travis Jackson, and Cody Jackson, the mothers of his children Taisha Thorton and Jalisa Dolores Carson. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Jessie and Esker Jackson Sr. and Judge Muse and Laura Hill, his Aunt Christine Jackson, and his Uncles Hannibal Kanes, Bruce Muse, Barney Orin Muse, Harry Muse, Gearld Muse, Esker Jackson Jr., Raymond Jackson, and Eddie Jackson. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation in Manhattan, KS. With the current COVID-19 restrictions only 50 people will be allowed in the building at one time, and masks must be worn. The service will be aired on Facebook Live at our facebook page. Thank you for helping us to stay safe as we honor Lauren's life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lauren VanArsdale Jackson, 38, of Junction City, KS passed away Friday, July 3, 2020. Lauren was born in Junction City, KS on February 9, 1982, to Rosalind (Muse) Knight and Curtis Jackson. He attended Manhattan High School, and then Manhattan Technical College. He loved to hang out with this family, cook, game and watch and play sports. He is survived by his parents Rosalind Knight and Curtis Jackson, his Fiancee Leslie Thomas, his two sons Josiah Hall and Nehemiah Jackson, his brothers Jesse Jackson, Travis Jackson, and Cody Jackson, the mothers of his children Taisha Thorton and Jalisa Dolores Carson. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Jessie and Esker Jackson Sr. and Judge Muse and Laura Hill, his Aunt Christine Jackson, and his Uncles Hannibal Kanes, Bruce Muse, Barney Orin Muse, Harry Muse, Gearld Muse, Esker Jackson Jr., Raymond Jackson, and Eddie Jackson. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation in Manhattan, KS. With the current COVID-19 restrictions only 50 people will be allowed in the building at one time, and masks must be worn. The service will be aired on Facebook Live at our facebook page. Thank you for helping us to stay safe as we honor Lauren's life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lauren VanArsdale Jackson

Mary Pearl Fleming, 82, of St. George passed away on July 1, 2020 at Stormont Vail Hospital. She was a long-time member of the community.

She was born in rural Lyon County on June 13, 1938 to Paul and Vivian Sommer. She spent her formative years in a one room school house and went on to graduate from Alma High School in the Spring of 1956.

She met the love of her life, Virlin Lee Fleming, while on a stroll with a friend in downtown Alma. She would often reminisce about watching him drive by and later climb into his car to personally guide him to Lake Wabaunsee. It was from that moment on that they became inseparable and would eventually marry on May 26, 1956. They spent the next 59 years together until his death on December 11, 2015. Mary and Lee would go on to have four children. She was a homemaker and farmer. She spent numerous hours milking cows, feeding hogs, and caring for bucket calves. She would assist in the maintenance of a yearly vegetable garden and reap the benefits of it by canning various goods. She was an excellent cook and made the best fried chicken, mushrooms, and homemade ice cream.

She loved animals. It did not matter whether it was big or small, furry or winged as she would make sure they were taken care of. She did not discriminate and no animal went hungry if it crossed her path. She especially loved her dog, Sawyer, who was her companion up until the time of her passing. Aside from her love for her family, animals, and life in general, she had an affinity for chocolate and ice cream. Not a day would go by that she did not have either. She even went so far as to have a stash of candy in her overnight bag for recovery purposes while in the hospital.

She is survived by her children; Denise Torrey (Dudley), St. George, Kevin Fleming of St. George, Vicki Westgate (Scott) of Kansas City, KS, and Colleen Lubbers (Jason) of St. George as well as grandchildren Caleb Torrey (Natalie), Jess Torrey (Jennifer), Megan Todd (Jared), Derrick Fleming (Stacie), Brandon Fleming (Jennifer), Zach Fleming (Samantha), Waylon Fleming (Rhiannon), Clayton Westgate (Nicole), Kelsey Girvin (John), and Wyatt Lubbers. Great-grandchildren are Avery, Clarissa, Vivian, Ruby, Tristyn, Aidan, Maddox, Marcello, Isabel, Tucker, Hallie, Caitlyn, Chloe, Conway, Cole, Wyatt, Jacob, Preston, Lake, Finn, and Hunter. A brother, Dave Sommer (JoAnn) of Osceola, Missouri; and sister-in-law, Barb Sommer of Council Grove. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Charles Sommer.

The family will greet friends for a Celebration of Life from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego.&nbsp; A time of remembrance will be held at 3:00p.m. Jennifer Woods will &nbsp;be the Celebrant. She will lie-in-state prior to the visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Purple Power Animal Welfare Society and Rescue Connections and may be sent in care of the mortuary.

Mary Pearl Fleming, 82, of St. George passed away on July 1, 2020 at Stormont Vail Hospital. She was a long-time member of the community.She was born in rural Lyon County on June 13, 1938 to Paul and Vivian Sommer. She spent her formative years in a one room school house and went on to graduate from Alma High School in the Spring of 1956.She met the love of her life, Virlin Lee Fleming, while on a stroll with a friend in downtown Alma. She would often reminisce about watching him drive by and later climb into his car to personally guide him to Lake Wabaunsee. It was from that moment on that they became inseparable and would eventually marry on May 26, 1956. They spent the next 59 years together until his death on December 11, 2015. Mary and Lee would go on to have four children. She was a homemaker and farmer. She spent numerous hours milking cows, feeding hogs, and caring for bucket calves. She would assist in the maintenance of a yearly vegetable garden and reap the benefits of it by canning various goods. She was an excellent cook and made the best fried chicken, mushrooms, and homemade ice cream.She loved animals. It did not matter whether it was big or small, furry or winged as she would make sure they were taken care of. She did not discriminate and no animal went hungry if it crossed her path. She especially loved her dog, Sawyer, who was her companion up until the time of her passing. Aside from her love for her family, animals, and life in general, she had an affinity for chocolate and ice cream. Not a day would go by that she did not have either. She even went so far as to have a stash of candy in her overnight bag for recovery purposes while in the hospital.She is survived by her children; Denise Torrey (Dudley), St. George, Kevin Fleming of St. George, Vicki Westgate (Scott) of Kansas City, KS, and Colleen Lubbers (Jason) of St. George as well as grandchildren Caleb Torrey (Natalie), Jess Torrey (Jennifer), Megan Todd (Jared), Derrick Fleming (Stacie), Brandon Fleming (Jennifer), Zach Fleming (Samantha), Waylon Fleming (Rhiannon), Clayton Westgate (Nicole), Kelsey Girvin (John), and Wyatt Lubbers. Great-grandchildren are Avery, Clarissa, Vivian, Ruby, Tristyn, Aidan, Maddox, Marcello, Isabel, Tucker, Hallie, Caitlyn, Chloe, Conway, Cole, Wyatt, Jacob, Preston, Lake, Finn, and Hunter. A brother, Dave Sommer (JoAnn) of Osceola, Missouri; and sister-in-law, Barb Sommer of Council Grove. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Charles Sommer.The family will greet friends for a Celebration of Life from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego.&nbsp; A time of remembrance will be held at 3:00p.m. Jennifer Woods will &nbsp;be the Celebrant. She will lie-in-state prior to the visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Purple Power Animal Welfare Society and Rescue Connections and may be sent in care of the mortuary.

Mary Pearl Fleming

Margie’s life began on April 2, 1930 in Pilsen.  She was the daughter of George and Amelia (Neuwirth) Vinduska.  Margie attended parochial school at St. John Nepomucene Catholic School in Pilsen.  She was untied in marriage to Maurice Stroda on August 31, 1948 at St. John Nepomucene Church.  Margie was a lifetime member of the church and a member of the St. Ann’s Altar Society.  She was a mother, wife and homemaker who took great pride in raising her eight children.

  Her loving family includes children Tom Stroda of Austin, TX, Terry (Bonnie) Stroda of Houston, TX, Marilyn Stroda of Hope, KS, Bob (Leann) Stroda of Salina, Arthur Stroda of Ramona, Elaine (Randy) Stirn of Salina, Jane (David) Staatz of Ramona, and James (Melanie) Stroda of Edwardsville, KS; grandchildren Jeremy (Wendy) Stroda, Melissa (Josh) Hopkins, Brian Haden, Tracy Haden,  Michelle (Scott) Foutch, Kelly Stroda, Spencer Stroda, Sara (Scott) Smith, Steven Stroda, Christopher Carpentier, Erica (Matt) Bellinger, Amanda ( Grant) Wagner, Evan Stirn, Jennifer (Vincent) Madron, Stefanie, Emily Staatz,  Ashley Smith, Adam, Abby, Allie McClure, and Mallory (Austin) Case; great grandchildren Chad, Josie, Alexander, Kiana, Kaylee, Ryan, Conner, Mathew, Paige, Andrew, Allison, Madylyn, William, Emma, Kade, Apollo, Carter, Jayden, Althea, and Smith; siblings Harold Vinduska of Florence and Kenneth (Bonnie) Vinduska of Marion and many nieces and nephews.

  Margie passed away surrounded by the love of family on July 4, 2020.  She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Maurice, brother Edwin Vinduska and sister Sylvia Morovec.

  Friends and family will pay their respects on Friday, July 10th&nbsp; from 2-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion.  Private family burial will be at a later date at Pilsen Cemetery.  Memorial contributions in Margie’s name may be directed to the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Margie’s life began on April 2, 1930 in Pilsen. She was the daughter of George and Amelia (Neuwirth) Vinduska. Margie attended parochial school at St. John Nepomucene Catholic School in Pilsen. She was untied in marriage to Maurice Stroda on August 31, 1948 at St. John Nepomucene Church. Margie was a lifetime member of the church and a member of the St. Ann’s Altar Society. She was a mother, wife and homemaker who took great pride in raising her eight children. Her loving family includes children Tom Stroda of Austin, TX, Terry (Bonnie) Stroda of Houston, TX, Marilyn Stroda of Hope, KS, Bob (Leann) Stroda of Salina, Arthur Stroda of Ramona, Elaine (Randy) Stirn of Salina, Jane (David) Staatz of Ramona, and James (Melanie) Stroda of Edwardsville, KS; grandchildren Jeremy (Wendy) Stroda, Melissa (Josh) Hopkins, Brian Haden, Tracy Haden, Michelle (Scott) Foutch, Kelly Stroda, Spencer Stroda, Sara (Scott) Smith, Steven Stroda, Christopher Carpentier, Erica (Matt) Bellinger, Amanda ( Grant) Wagner, Evan Stirn, Jennifer (Vincent) Madron, Stefanie, Emily Staatz, Ashley Smith, Adam, Abby, Allie McClure, and Mallory (Austin) Case; great grandchildren Chad, Josie, Alexander, Kiana, Kaylee, Ryan, Conner, Mathew, Paige, Andrew, Allison, Madylyn, William, Emma, Kade, Apollo, Carter, Jayden, Althea, and Smith; siblings Harold Vinduska of Florence and Kenneth (Bonnie) Vinduska of Marion and many nieces and nephews. Margie passed away surrounded by the love of family on July 4, 2020. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Maurice, brother Edwin Vinduska and sister Sylvia Morovec. Friends and family will pay their respects on Friday, July 10th&nbsp; from 2-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion. Private family burial will be at a later date at Pilsen Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Margie’s name may be directed to the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Margaret Frances (Vinduska) Stroda - April 2, 1930 - July 4, 2020 (age 90)

Travis Allen Belville, or “Trash” as he was best known to his friends and family, age 28 of Olsburg, died Friday, June 26, 2020.



He was born on January 21,1992 in Manhattan, the son of Sidney “Butch” Allen and Dawn Raena (Childress) Belville.&nbsp;

Travis was a graduate of Blue Valley High School in Randolph, Kansas where he met the love of his life, Danielle Jo Braddock.  On August 27, 2016 they were married at Olsburg, Kansas and began their married life together.

 

Travis worked as a construction foreman for Double Check Company in Manhattan.&nbsp; He enjoyed going to the trails with friends, to RZR competitions and doing mechanic work on any and everything he could find. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Travis’ favorite thing was making people laugh, especially when they were irritated with him. Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Trav, knew that if he was taking the time to irritate you, it meant he liked you.  If you needed help, you called Trash.  He would be right over.

In February of this year Travis took on his most important job as his daughter Brogen was born.  Trav was a loving Daddy and Brogen was clearly the light of his life.  Together with Dani, their young family was healthy and happy.



Travis is survived by his wife, Danielle Jo Belville of Olsburg; their four month old daughter, Brogen Lee Belville of Olsburg; his parents, Sidney and Dawn Belville of Manhattan; a mother-in-law, Debra Tittel and husband Gary of Riley; a father-in-law, Todd Braddock of Olsburg; one sister, Crystal Adolph and husband Keane and Keane’s son AJ of Manhattan; one brother-in-law, Tyson Meader and wife Becca and their children, Trinity, Trenton and Tucker of Leonardville; his grandmother, Gale Simmons of Westmoreland; Granny-in-law Carol Stryker of Randolph; Grandma and Grandpa-in-law Charlotte &amp; Dennie Braddock of Olsburg; Great Grandma-in-law Willa Erickson of Olsburg; and countless friends and their littles who loved him so.

He was preceded in death by his Grandpa Charles Childress, Grandpa Dale Belville, Grandma Luella Yates and her husband Ronald.

Memorial services are pending and will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

A memorial has been established for the Brogen Lee Belville Education Fund.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Travis Allen Belville, or “Trash” as he was best known to his friends and family, age 28 of Olsburg, died Friday, June 26, 2020.

He was born on January 21,1992 in Manhattan, the son of Sidney “Butch” Allen and Dawn Raena (Childress) Belville.&nbsp;

Travis was a graduate of Blue Valley High School in Randolph, Kansas where he met the love of his life, Danielle Jo Braddock. On August 27, 2016 they were married at Olsburg, Kansas and began their married life together. 

Travis worked as a construction foreman for Double Check Company in Manhattan.&nbsp; He enjoyed going to the trails with friends, to RZR competitions and doing mechanic work on any and everything he could find. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Travis’ favorite thing was making people laugh, especially when they were irritated with him. Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Trav, knew that if he was taking the time to irritate you, it meant he liked you. If you needed help, you called Trash. He would be right over.

In February of this year Travis took on his most important job as his daughter Brogen was born. Trav was a loving Daddy and Brogen was clearly the light of his life. Together with Dani, their young family was healthy and happy.

Travis is survived by his wife, Danielle Jo Belville of Olsburg; their four month old daughter, Brogen Lee Belville of Olsburg; his parents, Sidney and Dawn Belville of Manhattan; a mother-in-law, Debra Tittel and husband Gary of Riley; a father-in-law, Todd Braddock of Olsburg; one sister, Crystal Adolph and husband Keane and Keane’s son AJ of Manhattan; one brother-in-law, Tyson Meader and wife Becca and their children, Trinity, Trenton and Tucker of Leonardville; his grandmother, Gale Simmons of Westmoreland; Granny-in-law Carol Stryker of Randolph; Grandma and Grandpa-in-law Charlotte &amp; Dennie Braddock of Olsburg; Great Grandma-in-law Willa Erickson of Olsburg; and countless friends and their littles who loved him so.

He was preceded in death by his Grandpa Charles Childress, Grandpa Dale Belville, Grandma Luella Yates and her husband Ronald. 

Memorial services are pending and will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

A memorial has been established for the Brogen Lee Belville Education Fund.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Travis Allen Belville

Walter was born September 12, 1925, the son of Franz and Margaretha Wiebe Busenitz in Whitewater. He attended Hesston Academy and Grace Bible Institute. He was united in marriage to Susie Wilma Ortmann on July 25, 1949. This union was blessed with 12 children. He was a crop and livestock farmer. Walter was a member of Emmaus Mennonite Church. He enjoyed reading, teaching Sunday school class, and was devoted to his family. His loving family includes his sons, Robert (Marilyn) Busenitz of Dallas, Texas, Stephen Busenitz of Whitewater, Mark (Joan) Busenitz of Hulett, Wyoming, Ruben (Diana) Busenitz of Busby Montana, Ethan (Denise) Busenitz of Whitewater, Earl (Cori) Busenitz of Hulett, Wyoming; daughters, Fern (Richard) Rudolph of Meadows of Dan, Virginia, Elizabeth (James) Pearce of Whitewater, Lillian (Daniel) Jerred of Valpraiso, Nebraska, Pearl (Kip) Nanninga of Castle Rock, Colorado; son-in-law, Dave Funk of Newton; daughter-in-law, Rachel (Gordon) Busenitz of Newton, 50 grandchildren, and 74 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Franz and Margaretha Busenitz; wife, Susie in 1992; son, Jonathan Busenitz and a daughter, Juanita Funk; grandchildren, Douglas Pierce; great-grandchildren Levi, Haley, Jamie, Erin, Malachi, Dani, Kathleen, Joshua, Alex, Harper, Remington, and James; his siblings, Ed, Katie, Frank, Ben, Louise, and Frieda. Walter passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 3, 2020, at the age of 94 years old. Interment will be today (July 6th) at 2:00 p.m. at the old Emmaus Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial service will be held at at 3 p.m. at the Emmaus Mennonite Church, 9070 N. West Meadowlark Road, Whitewater, Kansas 67154. Memorial contributions in Walters’s name may be directed to Berean Academy and Kansas Prison Ministries in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Walter was born September 12, 1925, the son of Franz and Margaretha Wiebe Busenitz in Whitewater. He attended Hesston Academy and Grace Bible Institute. He was united in marriage to Susie Wilma Ortmann on July 25, 1949. This union was blessed with 12 children. He was a crop and livestock farmer. Walter was a member of Emmaus Mennonite Church. He enjoyed reading, teaching Sunday school class, and was devoted to his family. His loving family includes his sons, Robert (Marilyn) Busenitz of Dallas, Texas, Stephen Busenitz of Whitewater, Mark (Joan) Busenitz of Hulett, Wyoming, Ruben (Diana) Busenitz of Busby Montana, Ethan (Denise) Busenitz of Whitewater, Earl (Cori) Busenitz of Hulett, Wyoming; daughters, Fern (Richard) Rudolph of Meadows of Dan, Virginia, Elizabeth (James) Pearce of Whitewater, Lillian (Daniel) Jerred of Valpraiso, Nebraska, Pearl (Kip) Nanninga of Castle Rock, Colorado; son-in-law, Dave Funk of Newton; daughter-in-law, Rachel (Gordon) Busenitz of Newton, 50 grandchildren, and 74 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Franz and Margaretha Busenitz; wife, Susie in 1992; son, Jonathan Busenitz and a daughter, Juanita Funk; grandchildren, Douglas Pierce; great-grandchildren Levi, Haley, Jamie, Erin, Malachi, Dani, Kathleen, Joshua, Alex, Harper, Remington, and James; his siblings, Ed, Katie, Frank, Ben, Louise, and Frieda. Walter passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 3, 2020, at the age of 94 years old. Interment will be today (July 6th) at 2:00 p.m. at the old Emmaus Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial service will be held at at 3 p.m. at the Emmaus Mennonite Church, 9070 N. West Meadowlark Road, Whitewater, Kansas 67154. Memorial contributions in Walters’s name may be directed to Berean Academy and Kansas Prison Ministries in care of Lamb Funeral Home, P.O. Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Walter W. Busenitz - September 12, 1925-July 3, 2020 (age 94)

Alfred “Buzz” Heidel, age 83, died on Monday July 1, 2020 at his residence following a brief illness. He was born on April 30, 1937 in rural Manhattan, Kansas the son of Richard Rudolph &amp; Clara Cecelia (Moske) Heidel the youngest of 7 children. Buzz graduated from Lucky High School with the class of 1956. He was a lifetime farmer and rancher in the Ashland Bottoms community near Manhattan. Buzz had a strong love and passion for the land and the livestock he cared for, and for the wildlife that surrounded him. When time allowed Buzz enjoyed hunting with his brother Sam and many close friends. He was an avid and successful tracker and wildlife rustler. He didn’t have any interest in shooting but loved to participate in the hunt. Buzz also was fortunate to have worked together with his family, and especially his brothers, for his whole life. They were a ranching and farming dynasty that were devoted to working the land and cattle. Buzz had a true passion for Allis Chalmers tractors and Hereford cattle. All part of the country life he lived and loved. He was a true, dear friend to many and enjoyed making people laugh and smile. He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings: Bernard (1951), Arthur “Glenn” (2004), Edwin (2005), Wayne (2011), Dennis “Sam” (2014) and Veronica Barry (2014). Survivors include his special lady: Dianna Fay and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday July 7, 2020 at the Seven Dolor’s Catholic Church, Manhattan, Kansas with Father Kerry Ninemire officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery at Lake Elbo, Manhattan, Kansas. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Monday July 6, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas. A Parish Vigil will be at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alfred “Buzz” Heidel, age 83, died on Monday July 1, 2020 at his residence following a brief illness. He was born on April 30, 1937 in rural Manhattan, Kansas the son of Richard Rudolph &amp; Clara Cecelia (Moske) Heidel the youngest of 7 children. Buzz graduated from Lucky High School with the class of 1956. He was a lifetime farmer and rancher in the Ashland Bottoms community near Manhattan. Buzz had a strong love and passion for the land and the livestock he cared for, and for the wildlife that surrounded him. When time allowed Buzz enjoyed hunting with his brother Sam and many close friends. He was an avid and successful tracker and wildlife rustler. He didn’t have any interest in shooting but loved to participate in the hunt. Buzz also was fortunate to have worked together with his family, and especially his brothers, for his whole life. They were a ranching and farming dynasty that were devoted to working the land and cattle. Buzz had a true passion for Allis Chalmers tractors and Hereford cattle. All part of the country life he lived and loved. He was a true, dear friend to many and enjoyed making people laugh and smile. He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings: Bernard (1951), Arthur “Glenn” (2004), Edwin (2005), Wayne (2011), Dennis “Sam” (2014) and Veronica Barry (2014). Survivors include his special lady: Dianna Fay and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday July 7, 2020 at the Seven Dolor’s Catholic Church, Manhattan, Kansas with Father Kerry Ninemire officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery at Lake Elbo, Manhattan, Kansas. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Monday July 6, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas. A Parish Vigil will be at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alfred “Buzz” Heidel

Lottie Mae Cross, 67, of Junction City, KS, passed July 2, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting family with cremation arrangements. No services are scheduled.

 Memorials are suggested to the Lottie Cross Memorial Fund c/o Sharon William.

Lottie Mae Cross, 67, of Junction City, KS, passed July 2, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting family with cremation arrangements. No services are scheduled. Memorials are suggested to the Lottie Cross Memorial Fund c/o Sharon William.

Lottie Mae Cross

Jeanette Morrisette, 73, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at her home. Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID 19, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Jeanette was born May 17, 1947, at Gadsen, AL, the daughter of Alonzo and Irene (Shuler) Swinson. Jeanette worked for The Army and Air Force Exchange Service for many years at Fort Riley. She is survived by one son, Frederick Morrisette of Wichita, KS; one daughter, Zena Swinson of Kansas City, MO; one sister, Jane Carrington and her husband Harold of Junction City, KS; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Jeanette Morrisette, 73, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at her home. Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID 19, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Jeanette was born May 17, 1947, at Gadsen, AL, the daughter of Alonzo and Irene (Shuler) Swinson. Jeanette worked for The Army and Air Force Exchange Service for many years at Fort Riley. She is survived by one son, Frederick Morrisette of Wichita, KS; one daughter, Zena Swinson of Kansas City, MO; one sister, Jane Carrington and her husband Harold of Junction City, KS; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Jeanette Morrisette

Donald Wayne Bryson, age 94 of Riley, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

He was born on August 28, 1925 in Riley, the son of Lonie McKinley and Hattie Edith (Craft) Bryson.

On March 21, 1947, he married Betty Louise Phalen.  She preceded him in death on January 4, 1999.  He graduated from Riley Rural High School in Riley, KS in 1942, and then attended welding school in Topeka.  Upon graduation he traveled to San Francisco to work as a welder in the shipyard.

When he turned 18 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and served from October 24, 1943 to October 5, 1945.  He received a purple heart for injuries he suffered during battles of Peleliu and Okinawa.

Don was a rural mail carrier and a member of the American Legion.  He enjoyed fishing, watching the Chicago Cubs and following his grandchildren’s activities.

He is survived by two sons, David Bryson and wife Barb of Overland Park and Randy Bryson of Riley; one daughter, Cindy Rignell and husband Bobby of Riley; seven grandchildren, Cambria Fleming, Kimberly Hunter, Kelsey Robinson, Jessica Bryson, Trini Pilgrim, Lonnie Rignell and Brett Rignell and twelve great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Lorrene Coder and two great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 4, 2020 at the Riley Cemetery with Pastor Gerry Sharp.  Family and friends are invited to meet at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. to go in procession to the cemetery.  Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials have been established for the Community Food Basket serving northern Riley County and the Good Shepherd Hospice House.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Donald Wayne Bryson, age 94 of Riley, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.He was born on August 28, 1925 in Riley, the son of Lonie McKinley and Hattie Edith (Craft) Bryson.On March 21, 1947, he married Betty Louise Phalen. She preceded him in death on January 4, 1999. He graduated from Riley Rural High School in Riley, KS in 1942, and then attended welding school in Topeka. Upon graduation he traveled to San Francisco to work as a welder in the shipyard.When he turned 18 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and served from October 24, 1943 to October 5, 1945. He received a purple heart for injuries he suffered during battles of Peleliu and Okinawa.Don was a rural mail carrier and a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing, watching the Chicago Cubs and following his grandchildren’s activities.He is survived by two sons, David Bryson and wife Barb of Overland Park and Randy Bryson of Riley; one daughter, Cindy Rignell and husband Bobby of Riley; seven grandchildren, Cambria Fleming, Kimberly Hunter, Kelsey Robinson, Jessica Bryson, Trini Pilgrim, Lonnie Rignell and Brett Rignell and twelve great grandchildren.In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Lorrene Coder and two great grandchildren.Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 4, 2020 at the Riley Cemetery with Pastor Gerry Sharp. Family and friends are invited to meet at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. to go in procession to the cemetery. Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.Memorials have been established for the Community Food Basket serving northern Riley County and the Good Shepherd Hospice House. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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