Nina Mae (Musgrove) Todd, age 86, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away June 22, 2020 at Collins House, Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. Nina was born May 8, 1934 in Mankato, Kansas. She was the ninth of ten children born to Orley and Susie Musgrove. She was preceded in death by both of her parents and eight siblings. On September 14, 1958, she was united in marriage to James (Jimmie) Todd. They enjoyed 61 years of marriage together and shared homes in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Kansas. Jimmie preceded Nina in death on November 1, 2019. She is survived by her daughter, Becky Steelsmith (Curt) of Manhattan; grandson, Bradley Steelsmith (Kali Orrick) of Manhattan; one sibling, Shirley (Russ) Lewis of Wamego, Kansas and many nieces and nephews. Nina worked for Bird Music as business manager for many years before retiring.

Nina loved Southern Gospel music and spent many hours together with Jimmie watching videos of their favorite groups. Nina also loved instrumental music of all types. Nina learned at a very early age to play the piano by ear. While in school, she learned to play the saxophone. During her high school years, she earned many awards for vocal and saxophone, solo and group competitions. She was also accomplished on the organ and accordion. After being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease several years earlier, in 2017 she moved to Collins House for the special care needed. She was known in Collins as “the ornery one” as she always enjoyed joking and kidding around with everyone. A Celebration of Life service will be held&nbsp; at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 11, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan Kansas Visitation will be held on Friday, July 10 from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00p.m. at the same location. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nina M. Todd, age 86, died on Monday June 22, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community-Collins House, Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on May 8, 1934 in Mankato, Kansas. A complete obituary will be released later by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nina Mae (Musgrove) Todd, age 86, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away June 22, 2020 at Collins House, Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. Nina was born May 8, 1934 in Mankato, Kansas. She was the ninth of ten children born to Orley and Susie Musgrove. She was preceded in death by both of her parents and eight siblings. On September 14, 1958, she was united in marriage to James (Jimmie) Todd. They enjoyed 61 years of marriage together and shared homes in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Kansas. Jimmie preceded Nina in death on November 1, 2019. She is survived by her daughter, Becky Steelsmith (Curt) of Manhattan; grandson, Bradley Steelsmith (Kali Orrick) of Manhattan; one sibling, Shirley (Russ) Lewis of Wamego, Kansas and many nieces and nephews. Nina worked for Bird Music as business manager for many years before retiring.Nina loved Southern Gospel music and spent many hours together with Jimmie watching videos of their favorite groups. Nina also loved instrumental music of all types. Nina learned at a very early age to play the piano by ear. While in school, she learned to play the saxophone. During her high school years, she earned many awards for vocal and saxophone, solo and group competitions. She was also accomplished on the organ and accordion. After being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease several years earlier, in 2017 she moved to Collins House for the special care needed. She was known in Collins as “the ornery one” as she always enjoyed joking and kidding around with everyone. A Celebration of Life service will be held&nbsp; at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 11, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan Kansas Visitation will be held on Friday, July 10 from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00p.m. at the same location. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;Nina M. Todd, age 86, died on Monday June 22, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community-Collins House, Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on May 8, 1934 in Mankato, Kansas. A complete obituary will be released later by the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nina M. Todd

Lora Ann Shelton, 43, of Fostoria, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas after a courageous battle with cancer.

Lora was born on November 18, 1976 in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Keith and Carla (Shrimplin) Pressler. &nbsp;She attended school in many states, but mostly in Wamego, Kansas.

Lora worked as a business manager for Coldwell Banker all the way through her battle with cancer. &nbsp;In her younger years she also worked as a waitress and bartender and for a greenhouse. &nbsp;She was especially close to her grandmother, Stella Pressler, for a time she even lived with Stella to help take care of her.

Lora loved to play softball, go to casinos and play BINGO. &nbsp;She enjoyed fishing, camping, and watching NASCAR, especially Dale Jr. #88, and Chiefs football. &nbsp;She liked riding on the Harley with Todd participating in various benefit runs. &nbsp;She loved spending time with family and friends. Most importantly Lora loved her family, going to her daughters Volleyball, Basketball, Cheer and Track events; she even coached the teams sometimes. &nbsp;She loved to go on vacations and travel with her family going to the beach and ocean. Lora had a strong belief in her faith.

Lora married Todd Leslie Shelton on June 16, 2001. &nbsp;He survives in their home.

Lora is also survived by her daughters, Shianne and Alyssa Shelton, also of the home; her parents, Keith and Carla Pressler; her grandmother, Loretta Burry; her siblings, Paul (Tracy) Pressler, Eudora, Kansas, Sarah Stueve, Liberty, Missouri; her parents in law, Les and Janice Shelton, Westmoreland; siblings-in-law, Vicki (Gary) Holt, Darla Allen and Allen (Leslie) Shelton, all of Westmoreland; &nbsp;nieces and nephews Johnny, Evan and Kaitlynn Allen and Marcus and Colby Shelton. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Stella Pressler and Richard Shrimplin; her father Larry Stueve and a stillborn son, Todd “TJ” Shelton.&nbsp;

There will be private family services. &nbsp;Lora’s cremated remains will be in-state on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego, for those who would like pay their respects, sign her book and view her slideshow. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to the Lora Shelton Memorial Fund to help with expenses and the girls’ education fund. &nbsp;Those may be sent in care of the funeral home or via Lora’s Fight-Go Fund Me. &nbsp;

Lora Ann Shelton, 43, of Fostoria, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas after a courageous battle with cancer.Lora was born on November 18, 1976 in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Keith and Carla (Shrimplin) Pressler. &nbsp;She attended school in many states, but mostly in Wamego, Kansas.Lora worked as a business manager for Coldwell Banker all the way through her battle with cancer. &nbsp;In her younger years she also worked as a waitress and bartender and for a greenhouse. &nbsp;She was especially close to her grandmother, Stella Pressler, for a time she even lived with Stella to help take care of her.Lora loved to play softball, go to casinos and play BINGO. &nbsp;She enjoyed fishing, camping, and watching NASCAR, especially Dale Jr. #88, and Chiefs football. &nbsp;She liked riding on the Harley with Todd participating in various benefit runs. &nbsp;She loved spending time with family and friends. Most importantly Lora loved her family, going to her daughters Volleyball, Basketball, Cheer and Track events; she even coached the teams sometimes. &nbsp;She loved to go on vacations and travel with her family going to the beach and ocean. Lora had a strong belief in her faith.Lora married Todd Leslie Shelton on June 16, 2001. &nbsp;He survives in their home.Lora is also survived by her daughters, Shianne and Alyssa Shelton, also of the home; her parents, Keith and Carla Pressler; her grandmother, Loretta Burry; her siblings, Paul (Tracy) Pressler, Eudora, Kansas, Sarah Stueve, Liberty, Missouri; her parents in law, Les and Janice Shelton, Westmoreland; siblings-in-law, Vicki (Gary) Holt, Darla Allen and Allen (Leslie) Shelton, all of Westmoreland; &nbsp;nieces and nephews Johnny, Evan and Kaitlynn Allen and Marcus and Colby Shelton. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Stella Pressler and Richard Shrimplin; her father Larry Stueve and a stillborn son, Todd “TJ” Shelton.&nbsp;There will be private family services. &nbsp;Lora’s cremated remains will be in-state on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego, for those who would like pay their respects, sign her book and view her slideshow. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to the Lora Shelton Memorial Fund to help with expenses and the girls’ education fund. &nbsp;Those may be sent in care of the funeral home or via Lora’s Fight-Go Fund Me. &nbsp;

Lora Ann Shelton

Sarah’s life began on September 28, 1946 in Wichita.  She was the daughter of Harold and Florence (Graham) Fortney.  Sarah was a 1965 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and a graduate of Wichita Business College.  She was united in marriage to Monty Stuchlik on September 2, 1967 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Wichita.  Sarah worked for Pilsen State Bank in Lincolnville, a bookkeeper and even a nanny in Wichita but her only true vocation was as a loving wife and caring mother.  She did not work outside of the home until the children were grown.  Sarah volunteered at her children’s schools and volunteered at church because family was everything to her.  She was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Herington and a member of the Altar Society. 

 Sarah was very musical, she played piano, organ and accordion.  She loved music and musical theatre.  Sarah was a horse racing enthusiast and Kansas City Royals fan.  She enjoyed reading, sewing and putting together puzzles.  Sarah’s greatest joy was her children and grandchildren and she cherished every minute of that time.

  Her loving family includes her husband Monty Stuchlik of Lost Springs; children Candace (Michael) Thode of Valley Center, Daniel (Melissa) Stuchlik of Pilsen, and Ross (Megan) Stuchlik of Lost Springs; grandchildren Tanner, Allie, Colt and Dakota Stuchlik and brother Kenneth Fortney of Wichita.  Sarah passed away on Monday June 29, 2020 at Newton Medical Center.  She is preceded in death by her parents, grandchildren Cheyenne, Cole and Hunter Stuchlik, three brothers and two sisters. 

 Her family will gather with friends on from 5-7 p.m. tonight (July 2nd) at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion.  Rosary services will be held tomorrow (July 3rd) at 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Herington with Mass of Christian burial following at 11 a.m. celebrated by Father Peter O’Donnell.  Sarah will be laid to rest in Pilsen Cemetery at a later date.  Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Good Shepard Hospice, the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund or St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Sarah’s life began on September 28, 1946 in Wichita. She was the daughter of Harold and Florence (Graham) Fortney. Sarah was a 1965 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and a graduate of Wichita Business College. She was united in marriage to Monty Stuchlik on September 2, 1967 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Wichita. Sarah worked for Pilsen State Bank in Lincolnville, a bookkeeper and even a nanny in Wichita but her only true vocation was as a loving wife and caring mother. She did not work outside of the home until the children were grown. Sarah volunteered at her children’s schools and volunteered at church because family was everything to her. She was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Herington and a member of the Altar Society. Sarah was very musical, she played piano, organ and accordion. She loved music and musical theatre. Sarah was a horse racing enthusiast and Kansas City Royals fan. She enjoyed reading, sewing and putting together puzzles. Sarah’s greatest joy was her children and grandchildren and she cherished every minute of that time. Her loving family includes her husband Monty Stuchlik of Lost Springs; children Candace (Michael) Thode of Valley Center, Daniel (Melissa) Stuchlik of Pilsen, and Ross (Megan) Stuchlik of Lost Springs; grandchildren Tanner, Allie, Colt and Dakota Stuchlik and brother Kenneth Fortney of Wichita. Sarah passed away on Monday June 29, 2020 at Newton Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, grandchildren Cheyenne, Cole and Hunter Stuchlik, three brothers and two sisters. Her family will gather with friends on from 5-7 p.m. tonight (July 2nd) at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion. Rosary services will be held tomorrow (July 3rd) at 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Herington with Mass of Christian burial following at 11 a.m. celebrated by Father Peter O’Donnell. Sarah will be laid to rest in Pilsen Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Good Shepard Hospice, the Father Kapaun Legacy Fund or St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Sarah Elizabeth (Fortney) Stuchlik - September 28, 1946-June 29, 2020 (age 73)

James’s, also known as “Woolfer”,&nbsp;life began March, 30, 1955 in Herington, Kansas. He was the son of Donald and Betty (Storey) Knight. He graduated from Herington High School in 1973. James passed away on June 29, 2020.

He was a metal fabricator for Frisbee Construction in Gypsum Kansas and for White Brothers Construction in Kanopolis, Kansas.&nbsp;He lived on his property with his best buddy Bubba Louie in Carneiro, Kansas and loved to collect and pick and maintain the school house.&nbsp;His true passion was Harley Davidson motorcycles.

His loving family includes his daughter, Jamie Kay (James) Chamberlin of Topeka;&nbsp;brother, Ben (Kathleen) Knight of Patchogue, New York;&nbsp;sisters, Luann Knight (Randy Cash) of Salina; Donita Knight of Topeka; Jan (Danny) Williams of Mountain Home, Arkansas; Terresia Lujan of Newton; Grandson,&nbsp;Blake L. E. S. Swarts of Ellsworth, Kansas; Great-Grandchildren,&nbsp; Zayden Swarts of Ellsworth, Kansas, and &nbsp;Nova Swarts of Abilene, Texas; Godson, &nbsp;Patrick (Sloan) Knight of Greenlaw, New York. He was a beloved uncle to his many Nieces, Nephews, Great-Nieces and Great-Nephews. He was loved and will be missed by his many friends and family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Betty (Storey) Knight; his brother, Darrell Allen Knight.

Family will receive friends at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington Chapel, from 9:30am – 10:30am Thursday, July 2, 2020. A graveside service will follow at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington Kansas, at 11am.

Family is requesting memorials be made to Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, Kansas 67449 to defer expenses.

As per Governor Laura Kelly's state&nbsp;mandate, masks are required at our facility to protect our staff and families. Thank you for understanding and compliance,&nbsp;

James’s, also known as “Woolfer”,&nbsp;life began March, 30, 1955 in Herington, Kansas. He was the son of Donald and Betty (Storey) Knight. He graduated from Herington High School in 1973. James passed away on June 29, 2020.He was a metal fabricator for Frisbee Construction in Gypsum Kansas and for White Brothers Construction in Kanopolis, Kansas.&nbsp;He lived on his property with his best buddy Bubba Louie in Carneiro, Kansas and loved to collect and pick and maintain the school house.&nbsp;His true passion was Harley Davidson motorcycles.His loving family includes his daughter, Jamie Kay (James) Chamberlin of Topeka;&nbsp;brother, Ben (Kathleen) Knight of Patchogue, New York;&nbsp;sisters, Luann Knight (Randy Cash) of Salina; Donita Knight of Topeka; Jan (Danny) Williams of Mountain Home, Arkansas; Terresia Lujan of Newton; Grandson,&nbsp;Blake L. E. S. Swarts of Ellsworth, Kansas; Great-Grandchildren,&nbsp; Zayden Swarts of Ellsworth, Kansas, and &nbsp;Nova Swarts of Abilene, Texas; Godson, &nbsp;Patrick (Sloan) Knight of Greenlaw, New York. He was a beloved uncle to his many Nieces, Nephews, Great-Nieces and Great-Nephews. He was loved and will be missed by his many friends and family.He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Betty (Storey) Knight; his brother, Darrell Allen Knight.Family will receive friends at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington Chapel, from 9:30am – 10:30am Thursday, July 2, 2020. A graveside service will follow at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington Kansas, at 11am.Family is requesting memorials be made to Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, Kansas 67449 to defer expenses.As per Governor Laura Kelly's state&nbsp;mandate, masks are required at our facility to protect our staff and families. Thank you for understanding and compliance,&nbsp;

James E. Knight - March 30, 1955-June 29, 2020 (age 65)

Henry Darrell "Al" Jackson passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 
his home in Battlefield, Missouri, at the age of 84, after a brief 
battle with cancer.
 Al, the son of Wilburn and Irma (Dettke) Jackson, was born in Santa 
Monica, California, on May 24, 1936. He was a 1954 graduate of Junction
 City High School in Junction City, Kansas. He married Virginia (Meyer)
 Jackson in 1955, and to this union six children were born. They were 
divorced many years later. In August of 1980, he was united in marriage
 to Karen (Tunnell) Jackson, and they were blessed to share almost 40 
years together.
 He spent his career as a credit representative for General Motors 
(GMAC) as well as a loan officer for Mid-America Credit Union. These 
positions gave Al an opportunity to create a huge network of friends and
 acquaintances with ties to the automobile industry over the years. As 
the auto industry changed, so did Al’s job, which found he and Karen 
making their home in several communities during their married life, to 
include Hays, Salina, and Rose Hill in Kansas, before retiring to 
Battlefield, Missouri, leaving behind a cadre of beloved friends, 
neighbors and co-workers with each departure.
 Al’s larger than life personality endeared him to all those who knew
 him. Friends and family alike agreed that his zest for life was what 
set him apart from everyone else. Al was a huge baseball fan and loved 
talking about his days as a pitcher on the Junction City Blue Jays 
hometown team in his younger years, and the many games he pitched at 
Rathert Stadium. An avid sports fan, he spent countless hours cheering 
on his beloved Jayhawks, Royals, and finally his Super Bowl Champion 
Chiefs. He relished the fact that many thought he looked a lot like the
 Kansas City Chiefs coach, Andy Reid. He was always ready to strike his
 “coach” pose for a photo op when requested. His love for “all things 
collectible” kept the house full of sports memorabilia and apparel that 
he was happy to share with family and friends whenever they visited. 
The last several years of Al’s life he was able to enjoy and participate
 in the major achievements of all his favorite teams that every sports 
fan hopes to enjoy. He attended many games for his favorite college 
basketball team, the KU Jayhawks, and cheered them on to many Big 12 
Championships. Another special memory will always be the 3-generation 
family trip to attend a Kansas City Royals World Series game. They won 
the game, lost the Series, but won it all the next year. All was right 
with the world. The family gathered in Battlefield in 2020 to help Al 
cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs to a much-anticipated Super Bowl 
championship, allowing him to strike his infamous “Andy Reid” pose as 
the winning coach. 
 His love for landscaping was always evident with his “green thumb” 
for growing over 100 unique cactus varieties over the years. His 
beautiful yard, koi ponds, and yard décor were a testament to his pride 
to achieve a picture-perfect outdoor space to be enjoyed by everyone. A
 lover of music, you could always find him in the backyard listening to 
his favorite tunes while enjoying his favorite beverage. Al’s passion 
for yard décor and all things mystical were a matter of difference of 
décor opinion between he and Karen. Al’s great love for wizards and 
gargoyles would cause you to find many statuettes adorning the fence 
posts and tables, much to Karen’s dismay. The crocodile head that 
floated in the koi pond served as a constant reminder of his 
tongue-in-cheek humor. 
 One of Al’s greatest joys was sharing in the lives of his children, 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He and Karen enjoyed many trips 
over the years to attend school functions, track meets, and ball games 
to show their support, as well as family get-togethers and celebrations.
 His love for animals was well known, and he was never without one of
 his canine companions at his side over the years. There were many, and
 they will all be waiting to greet him at the end of the rainbow bridge.
 His love for his pets was unbounding, and he spent countless hours 
training, teaching, loving, and nurturing them back to health when 
needed. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Virginia, daughter, Kathy, and son, Kris.
 Al is survived by his beloved wife, Karen, and sons, Ken (Stacey) 
Jackson, Osborne, Kansas, Kerry (Cindy) Jackson, Lincoln, Kansas, Kelly 
Jackson, Asheville, North Carolina and Kevin Jackson, Salina, Kansas; 
eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Gayla (Ron) Dewitt,
 and brother, Robert Jackson, both of Topeka, Kansas; a host of nieces 
and nephews; cousins; mother-in-law, Esther Tunnell; brother-in-law 
David (Trudy) Tunnell; special family friend, Kimbray Nunnold, and 
beloved canine companions, Riley and Bailey, who dearly miss him.
 A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, 
July 3, 2020, at the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 703 
S. Hickory, Mount Vernon, Missouri. Visitation will be held from 
10:00-11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the Church. Burial will follow
 at the Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Missouri. 
 Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri or
 Integrity Home Care &amp; Hospice in care of the funeral home.
 The service is under the direction of the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, 510 E. Cherry St., Mount Vernon, Missouri 65712.

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 </figure>Henry Darrell "Al" Jackson passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 
his home in Battlefield, Missouri, at the age of 84, after a brief 
battle with cancer.
 Al, the son of Wilburn and Irma (Dettke) Jackson, was born in Santa 
Monica, California, on May 24, 1936. He was a 1954 graduate of Junction
 City High School in Junction City, Kansas. He married Virginia (Meyer)
 Jackson in 1955, and to this union six children were born. They were 
divorced many years later. In August of 1980, he was united in marriage
 to Karen (Tunnell) Jackson, and they were blessed to share almost 40 
years together.
 He spent his career as a credit representative for General Motors 
(GMAC) as well as a loan officer for Mid-America Credit Union. These 
positions gave Al an opportunity to create a huge network of friends and
 acquaintances with ties to the automobile industry over the years. As 
the auto industry changed, so did Al’s job, which found he and Karen 
making their home in several communities during their married life, to 
include Hays, Salina, and Rose Hill in Kansas, before retiring to 
Battlefield, Missouri, leaving behind a cadre of beloved friends, 
neighbors and co-workers with each departure.
 Al’s larger than life personality endeared him to all those who knew
 him. Friends and family alike agreed that his zest for life was what 
set him apart from everyone else. Al was a huge baseball fan and loved 
talking about his days as a pitcher on the Junction City Blue Jays 
hometown team in his younger years, and the many games he pitched at 
Rathert Stadium. An avid sports fan, he spent countless hours cheering 
on his beloved Jayhawks, Royals, and finally his Super Bowl Champion 
Chiefs. He relished the fact that many thought he looked a lot like the
 Kansas City Chiefs coach, Andy Reid. He was always ready to strike his
 “coach” pose for a photo op when requested. His love for “all things 
collectible” kept the house full of sports memorabilia and apparel that 
he was happy to share with family and friends whenever they visited. 
The last several years of Al’s life he was able to enjoy and participate
 in the major achievements of all his favorite teams that every sports 
fan hopes to enjoy. He attended many games for his favorite college 
basketball team, the KU Jayhawks, and cheered them on to many Big 12 
Championships. Another special memory will always be the 3-generation 
family trip to attend a Kansas City Royals World Series game. They won 
the game, lost the Series, but won it all the next year. All was right 
with the world. The family gathered in Battlefield in 2020 to help Al 
cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs to a much-anticipated Super Bowl 
championship, allowing him to strike his infamous “Andy Reid” pose as 
the winning coach. 
 His love for landscaping was always evident with his “green thumb” 
for growing over 100 unique cactus varieties over the years. His 
beautiful yard, koi ponds, and yard décor were a testament to his pride 
to achieve a picture-perfect outdoor space to be enjoyed by everyone. A
 lover of music, you could always find him in the backyard listening to 
his favorite tunes while enjoying his favorite beverage. Al’s passion 
for yard décor and all things mystical were a matter of difference of 
décor opinion between he and Karen. Al’s great love for wizards and 
gargoyles would cause you to find many statuettes adorning the fence 
posts and tables, much to Karen’s dismay. The crocodile head that 
floated in the koi pond served as a constant reminder of his 
tongue-in-cheek humor. 
 One of Al’s greatest joys was sharing in the lives of his children, 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He and Karen enjoyed many trips 
over the years to attend school functions, track meets, and ball games 
to show their support, as well as family get-togethers and celebrations.
 His love for animals was well known, and he was never without one of
 his canine companions at his side over the years. There were many, and
 they will all be waiting to greet him at the end of the rainbow bridge.
 His love for his pets was unbounding, and he spent countless hours 
training, teaching, loving, and nurturing them back to health when 
needed. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Virginia, daughter, Kathy, and son, Kris.
 Al is survived by his beloved wife, Karen, and sons, Ken (Stacey) 
Jackson, Osborne, Kansas, Kerry (Cindy) Jackson, Lincoln, Kansas, Kelly 
Jackson, Asheville, North Carolina and Kevin Jackson, Salina, Kansas; 
eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Gayla (Ron) Dewitt,
 and brother, Robert Jackson, both of Topeka, Kansas; a host of nieces 
and nephews; cousins; mother-in-law, Esther Tunnell; brother-in-law 
David (Trudy) Tunnell; special family friend, Kimbray Nunnold, and 
beloved canine companions, Riley and Bailey, who dearly miss him.
 A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, 
July 3, 2020, at the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 703 
S. Hickory, Mount Vernon, Missouri. Visitation will be held from 
10:00-11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the Church. Burial will follow
 at the Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Missouri. 
 Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri or
 Integrity Home Care &amp; Hospice in care of the funeral home.
 The service is under the direction of the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, 510 E. Cherry St., Mount Vernon, Missouri 65712.

Henry Darrell 'Al' Jackson

Renea Webber, 52 died June 29, 2020 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on June 14, 1968 in Clay Center, KS, the daughter of &nbsp;Robert Zrubek and Linda Webber. &nbsp;Renea was a lifetime resident of Clay Center and a graduate of the CCCHS class of 1986.&nbsp; She worked at at Big Lakes in Clay Center for many years as an employment training specialist .&nbsp; Renea was a member of the Eagles Lodge and BPOE.&nbsp; She loved her grandchildren, the flowers and solar lights in her yard and Harley Davidson motorcycles.&nbsp; She was a Kansas City Chiefs fan, enjoyed fishing and partying with her family and friends.&nbsp; Renea was preceded in death by her parents.

Daughter: Kelci Siebold of Clay Center, KS

Step-Daughter: Amber and husband James Williams of Wakefield, KS

6 Grandchildren: Zaiden, Zailey, Kage, Karter, Charles &amp; Andrew

Funeral Services: Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church Family Life Center in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: Wednesday, July 1, 2020 from 3-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; Renea Webber Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Renea Webber, 52 died June 29, 2020 in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on June 14, 1968 in Clay Center, KS, the daughter of &nbsp;Robert Zrubek and Linda Webber. &nbsp;Renea was a lifetime resident of Clay Center and a graduate of the CCCHS class of 1986.&nbsp; She worked at at Big Lakes in Clay Center for many years as an employment training specialist .&nbsp; Renea was a member of the Eagles Lodge and BPOE.&nbsp; She loved her grandchildren, the flowers and solar lights in her yard and Harley Davidson motorcycles.&nbsp; She was a Kansas City Chiefs fan, enjoyed fishing and partying with her family and friends.&nbsp; Renea was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors:Daughter: Kelci Siebold of Clay Center, KSStep-Daughter: Amber and husband James Williams of Wakefield, KS6 Grandchildren: Zaiden, Zailey, Kage, Karter, Charles &amp; AndrewFuneral Services: Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church Family Life Center in Clay Center, KSMinister: Rev. Andrea BeyerBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: Wednesday, July 1, 2020 from 3-8 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; Renea Webber Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home

Renea Webber

Betty Jane Cunningham Lambert, 96, of Manhattan, passed away on Monday morning, June 29th, in Manhattan. She was the mother of Mary (Anthony) Gorman of Manhattan. Betty was born in Portis, KS on March 28, 1924, the daughter of the late Ruth (Lammey) and William Moate.&nbsp; They preceded her in death. She attended KU and graduated from KSU in 1947. Inurnment will be at a later date in the Greenwood Cemetery, Oatville, KS (SW Wichita). The family is being assisted with service arrangements by Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Betty Jane Cunningham Lambert, 96, of Manhattan, passed away on Monday morning, June 29th, in Manhattan. She was the mother of Mary (Anthony) Gorman of Manhattan. Betty was born in Portis, KS on March 28, 1924, the daughter of the late Ruth (Lammey) and William Moate.&nbsp; They preceded her in death. She attended KU and graduated from KSU in 1947. Inurnment will be at a later date in the Greenwood Cemetery, Oatville, KS (SW Wichita). The family is being assisted with service arrangements by Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Betty Jane Cunningham Lambert

A Private Funeral Service for Tina Renee Johnson, 56 of Junction City, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at New Church of The Living God, 1315 W. Ash St. in Junction City, KS. Bishop James E. Johnson will officiate.&nbsp; Burial will follow services at Highland Cemetery of Junction City.&nbsp; Ms. Tina R. Johnson transitioned June 23, 2020, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. Ms. Tina Renee Johnson was born December 15, 1963 in Junction City, Kansas. She was the daughter of RuthFayejean Hammond and Charles Milton Johnson. She graduated from Junction City High School as Senior Class President in 1982. As a lifelong resident of Junction City, Tina worked in customer services for most of her career. She then became a caregiver for her mother until she passed away in 2000. Tina returned to the work force and worked as Assistant Manager at Taco Bell, for a while, then went to work at the Geary Community Hospital. After leaving the hospital, she became the Manager at the Food Pantry until she became sick. Tina was a member of New Church of the Living God where she participated with the Children’s Church Ministry, Housekeeping Ministry, Hospitality Ministry and the Care Ministry. Survivors include one son, Charles T. Johnson of Junction City; two sisters, Theresa Rose (Marcus) of Junction City, Tonette Hammond of Junction City, and her brother Roger William "Tim" Hammond Sr. (Loraine) of Junction City. Other survivors include four nephews, Joshua and wife Erica Rose, Justin Rose, Julian and his wife Jessica Rose, and Roger Jr. and wife Barbara Hammond and one niece Jasmine Hammond. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Fayejean Hammond, her father, Charles Milton Johnson, and her brother Tyrone M. Hammond. Pallbearers will be Joshua Rose, Justin Rose, Julian Rose, Roger Hammond Jr, Anthony Waldo, and Brian Whisenhunt.

A Private Funeral Service for Tina Renee Johnson, 56 of Junction City, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at New Church of The Living God, 1315 W. Ash St. in Junction City, KS. Bishop James E. Johnson will officiate.&nbsp; Burial will follow services at Highland Cemetery of Junction City.&nbsp; Ms. Tina R. Johnson transitioned June 23, 2020, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. Ms. Tina Renee Johnson was born December 15, 1963 in Junction City, Kansas. She was the daughter of RuthFayejean Hammond and Charles Milton Johnson. She graduated from Junction City High School as Senior Class President in 1982. As a lifelong resident of Junction City, Tina worked in customer services for most of her career. She then became a caregiver for her mother until she passed away in 2000. Tina returned to the work force and worked as Assistant Manager at Taco Bell, for a while, then went to work at the Geary Community Hospital. After leaving the hospital, she became the Manager at the Food Pantry until she became sick. Tina was a member of New Church of the Living God where she participated with the Children’s Church Ministry, Housekeeping Ministry, Hospitality Ministry and the Care Ministry. Survivors include one son, Charles T. Johnson of Junction City; two sisters, Theresa Rose (Marcus) of Junction City, Tonette Hammond of Junction City, and her brother Roger William "Tim" Hammond Sr. (Loraine) of Junction City. Other survivors include four nephews, Joshua and wife Erica Rose, Justin Rose, Julian and his wife Jessica Rose, and Roger Jr. and wife Barbara Hammond and one niece Jasmine Hammond. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Fayejean Hammond, her father, Charles Milton Johnson, and her brother Tyrone M. Hammond. Pallbearers will be Joshua Rose, Justin Rose, Julian Rose, Roger Hammond Jr, Anthony Waldo, and Brian Whisenhunt.

Tina Renee Johnson

Karen L. Elsasser, age 80, of Abilene, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020 at the Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born August 18, 1939 in Clay Center, the daughter of Walter and Marie (Carpenter) Harrison. She attended Myersdale Grade School and graduated from Wakefield High School with the class of 1957. On July 8, 1958 Karen was united in marriage to Harvey D. Elsasser. Karen was a medical secretary at Ft. Riley for many years and was a medical receptionist for Dr. Hamel in Chapman for many years. She enjoyed painting, humming birds, quilting, and her flower garden. Karen is survived by her two loving children Dan Elsasser and his wife Melody of Abilene, Sandy Clemence and her husband Mike of rural Abilene, brother Walt Harrison, Jr of Sahuarita, Arizona, three grandchildren Michela Brown (David) of Abilene, Samantha Horn (Tim) of Abilene, Amanda Kohman (Matt) of Abilene, and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Harvey on January 31, 2018, granddaughter Mykel Nicole Clemence and her parents. Her final resting place will be in the Highland Cemetery at Wakefield, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County and sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Karen L. Elsasser, age 80, of Abilene, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020 at the Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born August 18, 1939 in Clay Center, the daughter of Walter and Marie (Carpenter) Harrison. She attended Myersdale Grade School and graduated from Wakefield High School with the class of 1957. On July 8, 1958 Karen was united in marriage to Harvey D. Elsasser. Karen was a medical secretary at Ft. Riley for many years and was a medical receptionist for Dr. Hamel in Chapman for many years. She enjoyed painting, humming birds, quilting, and her flower garden. Karen is survived by her two loving children Dan Elsasser and his wife Melody of Abilene, Sandy Clemence and her husband Mike of rural Abilene, brother Walt Harrison, Jr of Sahuarita, Arizona, three grandchildren Michela Brown (David) of Abilene, Samantha Horn (Tim) of Abilene, Amanda Kohman (Matt) of Abilene, and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Harvey on January 31, 2018, granddaughter Mykel Nicole Clemence and her parents. Her final resting place will be in the Highland Cemetery at Wakefield, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County and sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Karen L. Elsasser

Jay Puckett died, suddenly, at his home outside Council Grove Saturday evening June 27, 2020. He was 74 years old.

Services will be Wednesday July 1, 2020 at 8 p.m. at the shelter house of First Baptist Church. Dress is casual, bring your own chair or blanket and bug spray. No flowers please, memorial contributions to First Baptist Church for improvement and maintenance of the church grounds.

Jay Dean Puckett was born June 12, 1946 in Garrison, Kansas to Jessie Dial and Gerald Puckett. His childhood was spent on his parents’ farm in the company of his sister, Mimi, and numerous cousins. A farm accident caused him to spend time in Kansas City, Mo at St Luke’s Hospital and forced him inside where he picked up a love of reading. The family spent some time in Nevada before returning to Kansas where Jay graduated from St. George High School before going on to attend Kansas State University to study mechanical engineering. He spent time in Wichita driving race cars, both on an oval track and drag racing. At this time he drove freight for Mistletoe Express. After returning to Manhattan he worked for Byers construction. As a young man Jay helped build his parents’ house at Tuttle creek Reservoir with his father and uncle Don. He spent time in the Yukon Territory of Canada where his sister Mimi settled. He helped her and her family build a house and clear land there.

In 1979 Jay married Elaine Campbell and moved to Waverly, Kansas. He continued to work construction, building road bridges and commercial projects. In 1982 the growing family moved to their current address outside Council Grove. Jay partnered with Bill Downes creating BJ Construction. Jay soon began work on a house for his family. Building after work mostly on his own he finished the current family home in 1997. BJ Construction handled residential building and remodeling in and around Council Grove until Bill moved to Colorado in 1990. After this Jay continued to work freelance until he retired in 2008. Jay supported his children in their 4-H pursuits by serving on the fair board. Around 2000 he, Elaine and Quinten began attending First Baptist Church of Council Grove. Jay went on to serve as a trustee and more recently as a deacon.

Jay enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. His dad took Jay fishing on the Blue River at a very young age and the sport was a lifelong passion that he enjoyed as often as he could, especially after retirement. He joined his cousin Larry Abell for elk hunting trips in the bitterroot wilderness in Idaho for over 20 years. Jay also hunted whitetail deer closer to home. He enjoyed bird hunting and kept and trained German Shorthair Pointers for a time. Jay’s other big love was reading. This began as a boy when he read the entire encyclopedia while convalescing and grew into a love that was passed to his daughters. Jay enjoyed reading about history, particularly WWII, and adventures true and fiction.

Jay is survived by his sister Mimi Elliot of Dawson City, Yukon, Canada; his wife Elaine Puckett of Council Grove; Daughters Amber Kovac (Nathan) of Prairie Village and Tara Thomsen (Dave) of Ft Hood, Texas; Son Quinten Puckett of Holton; and five granddaughters: Danica, Harlow, and Thea Thomsen and Cora and Wendy Kovac.

Jay Puckett died, suddenly, at his home outside Council Grove Saturday evening June 27, 2020. He was 74 years old.Services will be Wednesday July 1, 2020 at 8 p.m. at the shelter house of First Baptist Church. Dress is casual, bring your own chair or blanket and bug spray. No flowers please, memorial contributions to First Baptist Church for improvement and maintenance of the church grounds.Jay Dean Puckett was born June 12, 1946 in Garrison, Kansas to Jessie Dial and Gerald Puckett. His childhood was spent on his parents’ farm in the company of his sister, Mimi, and numerous cousins. A farm accident caused him to spend time in Kansas City, Mo at St Luke’s Hospital and forced him inside where he picked up a love of reading. The family spent some time in Nevada before returning to Kansas where Jay graduated from St. George High School before going on to attend Kansas State University to study mechanical engineering. He spent time in Wichita driving race cars, both on an oval track and drag racing. At this time he drove freight for Mistletoe Express. After returning to Manhattan he worked for Byers construction. As a young man Jay helped build his parents’ house at Tuttle creek Reservoir with his father and uncle Don. He spent time in the Yukon Territory of Canada where his sister Mimi settled. He helped her and her family build a house and clear land there.In 1979 Jay married Elaine Campbell and moved to Waverly, Kansas. He continued to work construction, building road bridges and commercial projects. In 1982 the growing family moved to their current address outside Council Grove. Jay partnered with Bill Downes creating BJ Construction. Jay soon began work on a house for his family. Building after work mostly on his own he finished the current family home in 1997. BJ Construction handled residential building and remodeling in and around Council Grove until Bill moved to Colorado in 1990. After this Jay continued to work freelance until he retired in 2008. Jay supported his children in their 4-H pursuits by serving on the fair board. Around 2000 he, Elaine and Quinten began attending First Baptist Church of Council Grove. Jay went on to serve as a trustee and more recently as a deacon.Jay enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. His dad took Jay fishing on the Blue River at a very young age and the sport was a lifelong passion that he enjoyed as often as he could, especially after retirement. He joined his cousin Larry Abell for elk hunting trips in the bitterroot wilderness in Idaho for over 20 years. Jay also hunted whitetail deer closer to home. He enjoyed bird hunting and kept and trained German Shorthair Pointers for a time. Jay’s other big love was reading. This began as a boy when he read the entire encyclopedia while convalescing and grew into a love that was passed to his daughters. Jay enjoyed reading about history, particularly WWII, and adventures true and fiction.Jay is survived by his sister Mimi Elliot of Dawson City, Yukon, Canada; his wife Elaine Puckett of Council Grove; Daughters Amber Kovac (Nathan) of Prairie Village and Tara Thomsen (Dave) of Ft Hood, Texas; Son Quinten Puckett of Holton; and five granddaughters: Danica, Harlow, and Thea Thomsen and Cora and Wendy Kovac.

Jay Puckett 

Trevor Dayton Adams Wullenweber, age 13 (born March 5 2007) of Milford, went to do a heavenly dance with the Angels. Trevor never knew an enemy, his infectious smile and laugh would always light up a room. Like most boys his age, he loved Pokemon and would always find a way to play, regardless of the time or place (even in class). He also loved My Hero Academia, with it emblazoned on his favorite clothes. Recently Trevor found his passion, singing. Trevor loved to sing in choir at Junction City Middle School, recently winning a singing championship. He was known to record himself singing original songs, something that he learned from his father and that made him very happy. To match the singing, Trevor loved to dance. He loved to burst out in dance, no matter the time or place. Most importantly, Trevor loved everyone he met. He was outgoing, kind, and fiercely loyal. He would never shy away from hugs, holding peoples’ hands, and showing people how much he truly cared. He especially loved his brother and sister, who he talked to almost every day. Trevor will be missed for everything that made him Trevor: his singing, his dancing, his love for bright clothes, his endless knowledge, and his love for all animals. He is survived by his mother, Amy Adams-Estrada of Milford KS, his father and step-mother, James Wullenweber IV and Mia Straub, of Hillsboro KS, his brother and sister Trenton and Isabella. He is also survived by maternal grandparents, Dianna and Harold Rivera, of Milford Ks, and Darrel and Sheri Adams of Nebraska, and his paternal grandparents, James Wullenweber III, of Hillsboro KS. Being a part of a large family, Trevor will be missed by his numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Trevor, we know you are singing with the Angels and doing a heavenly dance. Arrangements have been arranged for a private Celebration of Life at the end of September. The family asks all media to respect their privacy during this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trevor Dayton Adams Wullenweber, age 13 (born March 5 2007) of Milford, went to do a heavenly dance with the Angels. Trevor never knew an enemy, his infectious smile and laugh would always light up a room. Like most boys his age, he loved Pokemon and would always find a way to play, regardless of the time or place (even in class). He also loved My Hero Academia, with it emblazoned on his favorite clothes. Recently Trevor found his passion, singing. Trevor loved to sing in choir at Junction City Middle School, recently winning a singing championship. He was known to record himself singing original songs, something that he learned from his father and that made him very happy. To match the singing, Trevor loved to dance. He loved to burst out in dance, no matter the time or place. Most importantly, Trevor loved everyone he met. He was outgoing, kind, and fiercely loyal. He would never shy away from hugs, holding peoples’ hands, and showing people how much he truly cared. He especially loved his brother and sister, who he talked to almost every day. Trevor will be missed for everything that made him Trevor: his singing, his dancing, his love for bright clothes, his endless knowledge, and his love for all animals. He is survived by his mother, Amy Adams-Estrada of Milford KS, his father and step-mother, James Wullenweber IV and Mia Straub, of Hillsboro KS, his brother and sister Trenton and Isabella. He is also survived by maternal grandparents, Dianna and Harold Rivera, of Milford Ks, and Darrel and Sheri Adams of Nebraska, and his paternal grandparents, James Wullenweber III, of Hillsboro KS. Being a part of a large family, Trevor will be missed by his numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Trevor, we know you are singing with the Angels and doing a heavenly dance. Arrangements have been arranged for a private Celebration of Life at the end of September. The family asks all media to respect their privacy during this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trevor Dayton Adams Wullenweber

Nancy Gevon (Holt) Whitesell, age 61 of Olsburg, passed away June 19, 2020.



She was born on July 24, 1958 in Manhattan, the daughter of Carl Alvin and Gevon Gwenlyn (Carlson) Holt.

 

Nancy is survived by one daughter, Dawnda Coyle of Beattie; two grandchildren, Katelynne and Blake; two brothers Gary Holt and Vicki and Bruce Olsen and Sandy and her sister-in-law, Sue Olsen.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Robert Coyle; one granddaughter, Trinity Coyle and one brother, C. Dudley Olsen.



Cremation is planned with services to be held at a later date and will be announced by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp; A memorial may be made in Nancy’s honor to the donor’s choice and may be left in care of the Union Sate Bank in Olsburg or the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Nancy Gevon (Holt) Whitesell, age 61 of Olsburg, passed away June 19, 2020.

She was born on July 24, 1958 in Manhattan, the daughter of Carl Alvin and Gevon Gwenlyn (Carlson) Holt. 

Nancy is survived by one daughter, Dawnda Coyle of Beattie; two grandchildren, Katelynne and Blake; two brothers Gary Holt and Vicki and Bruce Olsen and Sandy and her sister-in-law, Sue Olsen.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Robert Coyle; one granddaughter, Trinity Coyle and one brother, C. Dudley Olsen.

Cremation is planned with services to be held at a later date and will be announced by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp; A memorial may be made in Nancy’s honor to the donor’s choice and may be left in care of the Union Sate Bank in Olsburg or the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Nancy Gevon (Holt) Whitesell

Margaret Ann Roth, age 95, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

She was born on January 7, 1925 in Clay Center, the daughter of Frank August and Lena Annetta (Benninga) Rahe.  She attended Alert Grade School and graduated from Leonardville Rural High School and Westmar College.  She taught high school business classes until her marriage.

On October 16, 1949, she was married to John William Roth.  He preceded her in death in 2000.

She was a member of the Ebenezer United Methodist Church and was active in numerous church activities, including being the church pianist.  She was also involved in EHU, Farm Bureau and the family farm operation.

She is survived by three children, Ron Roth and wife Marilyn of Green, Rob Roth and wife Cindy of Green and JoAnn Lips and husband Kent of Clay Center; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at the Ebenezer Cemetery with Rev. Lillian Flegle officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Leonardville Nursing Home and Gideon’s International.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Margaret Ann Roth, age 95, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.She was born on January 7, 1925 in Clay Center, the daughter of Frank August and Lena Annetta (Benninga) Rahe. She attended Alert Grade School and graduated from Leonardville Rural High School and Westmar College. She taught high school business classes until her marriage.On October 16, 1949, she was married to John William Roth. He preceded her in death in 2000.She was a member of the Ebenezer United Methodist Church and was active in numerous church activities, including being the church pianist. She was also involved in EHU, Farm Bureau and the family farm operation.She is survived by three children, Ron Roth and wife Marilyn of Green, Rob Roth and wife Cindy of Green and JoAnn Lips and husband Kent of Clay Center; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at the Ebenezer Cemetery with Rev. Lillian Flegle officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Leonardville Nursing Home and Gideon’s International. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Margaret Ann Roth

Joseph Leland Wait, age 51 of Clay Center, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at the Salina Regional Health Center.

He was born on June 23, 1969 in Clay Center, the son of Leland McKinley and Jolene Kay (Cramer) Wait.  He graduated from Clay Center Community High and Beloit Vo-Tech as a diesel mechanic.

Joe drove a semi for James Trucking out of Wakefield and Girton’s.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, his basset hounds and being a mechanic.

He is survived by two sisters, Penny Smith of Clay Center and Karla Choitz and husband Darrell of Ellsworth; his brother-in-law, Dan Cyre of Jamestown; his aunts and uncles, Fred and Dee Wait of Miltonvale and Treva and Johnny Hahn of Napa, Idaho; his very best friend, Brad Reed of Clay Center; his close first cousin, Larry Wait of Tulsa, Oklahoma and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Sheri Cyre.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery with Pastor Rob Stewart officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Joseph Wait Memorial Fund, to be designated at a later date by the family.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Joseph Leland Wait, age 51 of Clay Center, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at the Salina Regional Health Center.He was born on June 23, 1969 in Clay Center, the son of Leland McKinley and Jolene Kay (Cramer) Wait. He graduated from Clay Center Community High and Beloit Vo-Tech as a diesel mechanic.Joe drove a semi for James Trucking out of Wakefield and Girton’s. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, his basset hounds and being a mechanic.He is survived by two sisters, Penny Smith of Clay Center and Karla Choitz and husband Darrell of Ellsworth; his brother-in-law, Dan Cyre of Jamestown; his aunts and uncles, Fred and Dee Wait of Miltonvale and Treva and Johnny Hahn of Napa, Idaho; his very best friend, Brad Reed of Clay Center; his close first cousin, Larry Wait of Tulsa, Oklahoma and many nieces, nephews and cousins.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Sheri Cyre.Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery with Pastor Rob Stewart officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Joseph Wait Memorial Fund, to be designated at a later date by the family. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Joseph Leland Wait

Johna L. Moorman age 86, of Abilene, formerly of Solomon, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born August 8, 1933 in Salina the daughter of John T. and Rebecca (Giersche) Kelly. Johna spent most of her life in the Solomon area graduating from Solomon High School. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon, enjoyed flower arranging, cooking and coloring adult coloring books. On January 31, 1952 Johna was united in marriage to Merlin Moorman in Abilene. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her daughter Marsha and her husband Scott Carney of Solomon, sons, Mike and his wife Linda Moorman of Sunrise Beach, Missouri, Mitch and his wife Karen of Emporia, sisters Jean Luke of Wichita, Marilyn Hoisington of Wichita, two grandchildren Taylor Moorman and Michele Deewall, and four great grandchildren Kinley, Elyse and twins Collin and Ethan Deewall. She was preceded in death by her sister Helen Paul and her parents. Mass of Christian Burial for Johna will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 2, 2020 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon with Father John Wolesky and Father Tom Hoisington as Concelebrants. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery near Solomon. A Parish Rosary will be 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at the church. Please practice social distancing. Friends may come by to sign the register book Tuesday until 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday until 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or to Frontier Estates and may be sent in care of the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johna L. Moorman age 86, of Abilene, formerly of Solomon, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born August 8, 1933 in Salina the daughter of John T. and Rebecca (Giersche) Kelly. Johna spent most of her life in the Solomon area graduating from Solomon High School. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon, enjoyed flower arranging, cooking and coloring adult coloring books. On January 31, 1952 Johna was united in marriage to Merlin Moorman in Abilene. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her daughter Marsha and her husband Scott Carney of Solomon, sons, Mike and his wife Linda Moorman of Sunrise Beach, Missouri, Mitch and his wife Karen of Emporia, sisters Jean Luke of Wichita, Marilyn Hoisington of Wichita, two grandchildren Taylor Moorman and Michele Deewall, and four great grandchildren Kinley, Elyse and twins Collin and Ethan Deewall. She was preceded in death by her sister Helen Paul and her parents. Mass of Christian Burial for Johna will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 2, 2020 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon with Father John Wolesky and Father Tom Hoisington as Concelebrants. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery near Solomon. A Parish Rosary will be 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at the church. Please practice social distancing. Friends may come by to sign the register book Tuesday until 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday until 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or to Frontier Estates and may be sent in care of the Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johna L. Moorman

Ray Gene Sawyers, age 71, of Manhattan, died June 27, 2020, at Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice in Manhattan, surrounded by his family. He was born March 7, 1949, in Duncan, Oklahoma, the son of Raymond L. and Thelma Jean (Best) Sawyers. Ray graduated from Southwestern Heights High School in Kismet, KS, and earned his bachelor's degree from Kansas State University in 1979 in Agriculture. He served in the United States Navy for 6 years on nuclear submarines. He later worked as a Soil Conservationist with the Soil Conservation Services for the United States Department of Agriculture. He worked as the District Conservationist in Kearney, Clay and Riley Counties from 1980 until his retirement in 1994. Ray enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing cards and games with friends and family. He was also an avid reader. He loved spending time with his family, he had a quick wit and uncanny recollection of all things history. He was a wealth of knowledge and a storyteller extraordinaire, everyone who knew him enjoyed listening to the many stories he shared. On November 24, 1967, in Dalhart, TX, he was married to Peggy Elliott. Ray is survived by his wife, of Manhattan. Additional survivors include his three children: Dr. Eric Sawyers and his wife Leslie of Casper, WY, Jason Sawyers and his wife Tara of Topeka, KS, and Dené Mosier and her husband Zachary of Manhattan; four granddaughters: Ashley and Ellie Sawyers, and Grace and Gabrielle Mosier; five grandpups; two Aunts, Rosa Tidwell and Inez Dodson, of Comanche, OK and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Private family graveside services will be held at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. A public service will be held at a later date when everyone can attend. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post #17. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Ray Gene Sawyers, age 71, of Manhattan, died June 27, 2020, at Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice in Manhattan, surrounded by his family. He was born March 7, 1949, in Duncan, Oklahoma, the son of Raymond L. and Thelma Jean (Best) Sawyers. Ray graduated from Southwestern Heights High School in Kismet, KS, and earned his bachelor's degree from Kansas State University in 1979 in Agriculture. He served in the United States Navy for 6 years on nuclear submarines. He later worked as a Soil Conservationist with the Soil Conservation Services for the United States Department of Agriculture. He worked as the District Conservationist in Kearney, Clay and Riley Counties from 1980 until his retirement in 1994. Ray enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing cards and games with friends and family. He was also an avid reader. He loved spending time with his family, he had a quick wit and uncanny recollection of all things history. He was a wealth of knowledge and a storyteller extraordinaire, everyone who knew him enjoyed listening to the many stories he shared. On November 24, 1967, in Dalhart, TX, he was married to Peggy Elliott. Ray is survived by his wife, of Manhattan. Additional survivors include his three children: Dr. Eric Sawyers and his wife Leslie of Casper, WY, Jason Sawyers and his wife Tara of Topeka, KS, and Dené Mosier and her husband Zachary of Manhattan; four granddaughters: Ashley and Ellie Sawyers, and Grace and Gabrielle Mosier; five grandpups; two Aunts, Rosa Tidwell and Inez Dodson, of Comanche, OK and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Private family graveside services will be held at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley. A public service will be held at a later date when everyone can attend. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post #17. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Ray Gene Sawyers

Melissa Filby-Walsh, age 60, of Manhattan, died June 22, 2020. She was born December 5, 1959, in Manhattan, the daughter of Norman H. and Renee A. (Stokely) Spurlock. Melissa graduated from Msgr. Luckey High School in 1978, and then attended Manhattan Area Vo-Tech and Kansas State University. She worked for Murdock’s from 1983 to 1990, and then went to work for Century Business Systems first as a receptionist and then later with accounts receivable and office assistant. Melissa was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Eagles, Flint Hills Suicide Loss Survivors Group and the Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Group. She was active in the Manhattan Civic Theatre for many years and enjoyed fishing, camping, attending music festivals, motorcycle rides and traveling internationally and in the states. On July 29, 1980, in Manhattan, she was married to Jeff Barton Filby. Jeff preceded her in death on January 26, 2009. She later married Paul David Walsh on March 16, 2013, in Manhattan. Paul preceded her in death on April 21, 2017. She was also preceded in death by her father in 1998, and by two siblings: Mary and Edward “Ted”. Survivors include her son Jeremy Filby and his wife Amy of Manhattan; her mother Renee Spurlock of Manhattan; two grandchildren: Jenna and James Filby; four siblings: George Spurlock (Mary) of Wichita, KS, Ann Elizabeth “Beth” Grimshaw (Chris) of Roswell, GA, James “Jim” Spurlock (Shelly) of Manhattan, and Christopher Spurlock (Joyce) of Lewisville, TX. Cremation is planned. The family will have a Mass of the Christian Burial at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Kerry Ninemire as Celebrant. Inurnment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date when it is safe for everyone to attend. Memorial contributions may be made to Flint Hills Suicide Loss Survivors Group, Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Group or Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Melissa Filby-Walsh, age 60, of Manhattan, died June 22, 2020. She was born December 5, 1959, in Manhattan, the daughter of Norman H. and Renee A. (Stokely) Spurlock. Melissa graduated from Msgr. Luckey High School in 1978, and then attended Manhattan Area Vo-Tech and Kansas State University. She worked for Murdock’s from 1983 to 1990, and then went to work for Century Business Systems first as a receptionist and then later with accounts receivable and office assistant. Melissa was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Eagles, Flint Hills Suicide Loss Survivors Group and the Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Group. She was active in the Manhattan Civic Theatre for many years and enjoyed fishing, camping, attending music festivals, motorcycle rides and traveling internationally and in the states. On July 29, 1980, in Manhattan, she was married to Jeff Barton Filby. Jeff preceded her in death on January 26, 2009. She later married Paul David Walsh on March 16, 2013, in Manhattan. Paul preceded her in death on April 21, 2017. She was also preceded in death by her father in 1998, and by two siblings: Mary and Edward “Ted”. Survivors include her son Jeremy Filby and his wife Amy of Manhattan; her mother Renee Spurlock of Manhattan; two grandchildren: Jenna and James Filby; four siblings: George Spurlock (Mary) of Wichita, KS, Ann Elizabeth “Beth” Grimshaw (Chris) of Roswell, GA, James “Jim” Spurlock (Shelly) of Manhattan, and Christopher Spurlock (Joyce) of Lewisville, TX. Cremation is planned. The family will have a Mass of the Christian Burial at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Kerry Ninemire as Celebrant. Inurnment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date when it is safe for everyone to attend. Memorial contributions may be made to Flint Hills Suicide Loss Survivors Group, Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Group or Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Melissa Filby-Walsh

Dennis Grove DeLay, known to many as “Chief”, “Coach”, and “Mr. D,” passed away at Morris County Hospital on June 26, 2020 in Council Grove, Kansas at the age of 79.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Ellen Elizabeth (Sheedy) DeLay; children, Kerry Lee DeLay McCane [Neal], Lee’s Summit, MO and Douglas Brian DeLay [Sarah], Platte City, MO; siblings Ronald Lynn DeLay, Humboldt, KS and Vicki Sue (DeLay) Long [Loren], Topeka, KS; and grandchildren Paige Nichole McCane Dent [Patrick], Rhett Calvin DeLay, Caden Lane DeLay, and Drew Elizabeth DeLay. He is preceded in death by his mother and father.

Dennis was born on May 3, 1941 in Herington, KS to Ila B Grove DeLay and Calvin W. DeLay. He graduated from Yates Center High School in 1959, where he earned 11 varsity letters, all-conference honors, and all-state recognition in football, basketball, and track. He was a member of the National Honor Society and was Student Body President his Senior Year.

Dennis graduated from Baker University with a BS Degree in Biology and Education in 1963, where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity and lettered 4 years in football and track. He was inducted into the Baker University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2016. He began his education career in 1963 as a Biology teacher at Gardner (KS) High School, where he also coached football, basketball, and track. Dennis was the District 366 Master Teacher for the 1967-68 school year.

Dennis and Ellen were high school sweethearts and were married in Yates Center, KS on July 24, 1965, and lived in Gardner until moving to Council Grove, KS in 1968.

After completing a MS Degree in School Administration at Kansas State Teachers College (now Emporia State University), Dennis became Principal at Council Grove High School in June 1968, making him the youngest school administrator in Kansas. He served as “Chief” of the CGHS Braves for 30 years, influencing the lives of multiple generations of students from Council Grove and surrounding communities. He was recognized with the USD 417 Teachers Association Friend of Education Award in 2000.

Dennis and Ellen began their family shortly after moving to Council Grove. Kerry Lee was born January 31, 1970 and Doug followed on December 24, 1974.

Dennis was always involved in athletics, even beyond coaching and following the many activities his kids. He was a registered KSHSAA and AAU track starter for 52 years and was named KSHSAA Track Starter of the Year in 2008. He was a certified AAU and USA Swimming starter for 42 years and a KSHSAA football official for 13 years. He served on the KSHSAA Board of Directors from 1995 to 1999. Dennis enjoyed playing golf and for many years was a member of the Council Grove Country Club, at one point serving as President of the Association.

Hunter Safety Education was a very special part of Dennis’s life. He was a Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Charter Hunter Education Instructor, certifying more than a thousand hunters over his 47 years as an instructor. He was named KDWP Hunter Education Instructor of the Year in 2015. He was awarded the International Hunter Education Instructors Association – USA Champion of Hunter Education Award in 2015. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was a charter member of both the Flint Hills Sportsmans Club and the Council Grove Ducks Unlimited chapter.

Dennis stayed active following retirement by serving as Director of the City of Council Grove Recreation Commission from 1998 to 2004, Director of the Council Grove Life Center from 2005 to 2010, Instructor of the Humana Silver Sneakers fitness program from 2006 through 2020, and worked part-time as a desk clerk at The Cottage House. His community involvement included serving on the 8th Judicial District of Kansas Community Corrections Advisory Board, the City of Council Grove Lake Advisory Committee, the Council Grove Community Center Board of Directors, the Board of the Flint Hills Rebuilders, and member and committee member of the Council Grove – Dunlap United Methodist Church.

In 2015, Dennis and Ellen were recognized by the Council Grove / Morris County Chamber of Commerce &amp; Tourism as Citizens of the Year. They were honored to be acknowledged for their dedication and commitment to the community where they raised their family and spent most of their lives. Kerry stood in for Dennis at the banquet, however, as Dennis was occupied at his annual Western Kansas pheasant hunting trip.

While not a graduate of Kansas State University, Dennis was a big Wildcats fan. He and Ellen were basketball season ticket holders for several years and football season ticket holders for 50 years, rarely missing a home game in Manhattan and attending nearly every Wildcat bowl game.

The memorial service for Dennis will be held outdoors at Lull Meadows, 4 miles North of Council Grove on Highway 177, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020. The family asks that those attending bring lawn chairs, wear face coverings, and practice social distancing. Brenda Davids, Council Grove – Dunlap United Methodist Church, will officiate the ceremony. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Sawyer Funeral Home for contribution to the Morris County Hunter Education Program or the Dennis DeLay Baker University Scholarship Fund.

­The family would like to thank the staff at the Morris County Hospital for their amazing care and attention.

Dennis Grove DeLay, known to many as “Chief”, “Coach”, and “Mr. D,” passed away at Morris County Hospital on June 26, 2020 in Council Grove, Kansas at the age of 79.Dennis is survived by his wife, Ellen Elizabeth (Sheedy) DeLay; children, Kerry Lee DeLay McCane [Neal], Lee’s Summit, MO and Douglas Brian DeLay [Sarah], Platte City, MO; siblings Ronald Lynn DeLay, Humboldt, KS and Vicki Sue (DeLay) Long [Loren], Topeka, KS; and grandchildren Paige Nichole McCane Dent [Patrick], Rhett Calvin DeLay, Caden Lane DeLay, and Drew Elizabeth DeLay. He is preceded in death by his mother and father.Dennis was born on May 3, 1941 in Herington, KS to Ila B Grove DeLay and Calvin W. DeLay. He graduated from Yates Center High School in 1959, where he earned 11 varsity letters, all-conference honors, and all-state recognition in football, basketball, and track. He was a member of the National Honor Society and was Student Body President his Senior Year.Dennis graduated from Baker University with a BS Degree in Biology and Education in 1963, where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity and lettered 4 years in football and track. He was inducted into the Baker University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2016. He began his education career in 1963 as a Biology teacher at Gardner (KS) High School, where he also coached football, basketball, and track. Dennis was the District 366 Master Teacher for the 1967-68 school year.Dennis and Ellen were high school sweethearts and were married in Yates Center, KS on July 24, 1965, and lived in Gardner until moving to Council Grove, KS in 1968.After completing a MS Degree in School Administration at Kansas State Teachers College (now Emporia State University), Dennis became Principal at Council Grove High School in June 1968, making him the youngest school administrator in Kansas. He served as “Chief” of the CGHS Braves for 30 years, influencing the lives of multiple generations of students from Council Grove and surrounding communities. He was recognized with the USD 417 Teachers Association Friend of Education Award in 2000.Dennis and Ellen began their family shortly after moving to Council Grove. Kerry Lee was born January 31, 1970 and Doug followed on December 24, 1974.Dennis was always involved in athletics, even beyond coaching and following the many activities his kids. He was a registered KSHSAA and AAU track starter for 52 years and was named KSHSAA Track Starter of the Year in 2008. He was a certified AAU and USA Swimming starter for 42 years and a KSHSAA football official for 13 years. He served on the KSHSAA Board of Directors from 1995 to 1999. Dennis enjoyed playing golf and for many years was a member of the Council Grove Country Club, at one point serving as President of the Association.Hunter Safety Education was a very special part of Dennis’s life. He was a Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Charter Hunter Education Instructor, certifying more than a thousand hunters over his 47 years as an instructor. He was named KDWP Hunter Education Instructor of the Year in 2015. He was awarded the International Hunter Education Instructors Association – USA Champion of Hunter Education Award in 2015. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was a charter member of both the Flint Hills Sportsmans Club and the Council Grove Ducks Unlimited chapter.Dennis stayed active following retirement by serving as Director of the City of Council Grove Recreation Commission from 1998 to 2004, Director of the Council Grove Life Center from 2005 to 2010, Instructor of the Humana Silver Sneakers fitness program from 2006 through 2020, and worked part-time as a desk clerk at The Cottage House. His community involvement included serving on the 8th Judicial District of Kansas Community Corrections Advisory Board, the City of Council Grove Lake Advisory Committee, the Council Grove Community Center Board of Directors, the Board of the Flint Hills Rebuilders, and member and committee member of the Council Grove – Dunlap United Methodist Church.In 2015, Dennis and Ellen were recognized by the Council Grove / Morris County Chamber of Commerce &amp; Tourism as Citizens of the Year. They were honored to be acknowledged for their dedication and commitment to the community where they raised their family and spent most of their lives. Kerry stood in for Dennis at the banquet, however, as Dennis was occupied at his annual Western Kansas pheasant hunting trip.While not a graduate of Kansas State University, Dennis was a big Wildcats fan. He and Ellen were basketball season ticket holders for several years and football season ticket holders for 50 years, rarely missing a home game in Manhattan and attending nearly every Wildcat bowl game.The memorial service for Dennis will be held outdoors at Lull Meadows, 4 miles North of Council Grove on Highway 177, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020. The family asks that those attending bring lawn chairs, wear face coverings, and practice social distancing. Brenda Davids, Council Grove – Dunlap United Methodist Church, will officiate the ceremony. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Sawyer Funeral Home for contribution to the Morris County Hunter Education Program or the Dennis DeLay Baker University Scholarship Fund.­The family would like to thank the staff at the Morris County Hospital for their amazing care and attention.

Dennis Grove DeLay

Bula’s life began on September 25, 1916 in Argonia, KS.  She was the daughter of John and Eva (Dine) Wilcox.  Bula was united in marriage to Edward M. Good on December 10, 1939 at the family home in Mulvane.  She was a graduate of the Wesley School of Nursing and met Edward when he was her patient in Wichita.  Edward and Bula moved to his hometown of Marion and Bula worked the majority of her career as a nurse at St. Luke’s Hospital in Marion.  She was a faithful member of the Eastmoor United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women.  Bula was active in the Coterie Club and the Stitch and Chatter Club.  She was a gifted quilter and had cataloged over 100 of her 100 quilts.  Bula was a Red Cross swimming instructor volunteer and there is even a story of her piloting a biplane in her early years. 

 Her greatest joy was her family which includes her four sons; Bill (Jane) Good of Littleton, CO, Tom (Cathy) Good of Fresno, CA, Bob (JoAnn) Good of Marion and Mike Good of Springfield, MO; grandchildren Matthew Good, Christopher Good, Brian Good, Micshel Kalkowski, Hayley Caeton, Ethan Good, Oliver Good, Amy Yen, Rebecca Robison, and Laura Good; 17 great-grandchildren and her sister Leila Pennick of Hutchison, KS. Bula passed away on Friday June 26, 2020 at St. Luke’s Living Center in Marion.  She is followed in death by her daughter in law Nancy Good and she is preceded in death by her parents, husband Edward, siblings Burke Wilcox, Paul Wilcox and an infant sister Lucille.  

Friends are encouraged to pay their respects and sign Bula’s memorial book on Sunday July 5, 2020 from 2-6 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion.  Funeral services will be held on Monday July 6th at 10 a.m. at Eastmoor United Methodist Church.  She will be laid to rest next to Edward in Marion Cemetery following the service.

  Memorial contributions in Bula’s name may be directed to the Marion Senior Center.

Bula’s life began on September 25, 1916 in Argonia, KS. She was the daughter of John and Eva (Dine) Wilcox. Bula was united in marriage to Edward M. Good on December 10, 1939 at the family home in Mulvane. She was a graduate of the Wesley School of Nursing and met Edward when he was her patient in Wichita. Edward and Bula moved to his hometown of Marion and Bula worked the majority of her career as a nurse at St. Luke’s Hospital in Marion. She was a faithful member of the Eastmoor United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. Bula was active in the Coterie Club and the Stitch and Chatter Club. She was a gifted quilter and had cataloged over 100 of her 100 quilts. Bula was a Red Cross swimming instructor volunteer and there is even a story of her piloting a biplane in her early years. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her four sons; Bill (Jane) Good of Littleton, CO, Tom (Cathy) Good of Fresno, CA, Bob (JoAnn) Good of Marion and Mike Good of Springfield, MO; grandchildren Matthew Good, Christopher Good, Brian Good, Micshel Kalkowski, Hayley Caeton, Ethan Good, Oliver Good, Amy Yen, Rebecca Robison, and Laura Good; 17 great-grandchildren and her sister Leila Pennick of Hutchison, KS. Bula passed away on Friday June 26, 2020 at St. Luke’s Living Center in Marion. She is followed in death by her daughter in law Nancy Good and she is preceded in death by her parents, husband Edward, siblings Burke Wilcox, Paul Wilcox and an infant sister Lucille. Friends are encouraged to pay their respects and sign Bula’s memorial book on Sunday July 5, 2020 from 2-6 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion. Funeral services will be held on Monday July 6th at 10 a.m. at Eastmoor United Methodist Church. She will be laid to rest next to Edward in Marion Cemetery following the service. Memorial contributions in Bula’s name may be directed to the Marion Senior Center.

Bula Ruth Good September 25, 1916 ~ June 26, 2020 (age 103)

Emma Jean Andres, 84, of rural Alta Vista passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, June 24, 2020.&nbsp; She was surrounded by family.&nbsp; She was born August 10, 1935 in White City, Kansas to H. Leland and Clara (Pagel) Barber.&nbsp; She married Neil Andres on November 23, 1952.

Jean and Neil worked together for 35 years operating the Andres Insurance Agency which served the Alta Vista, Eskridge, White City and Manhattan communities.&nbsp; Jean loved taking care of their customers serving the community and “doing the books”.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jean was a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.&nbsp; She was active in the Alta Vista Chamber of Commerce and served as Secretary/Treasurer for many years.&nbsp; Her passion for the community was most felt in her tireless efforts to lead and support the annual Old Settler’s Day Celebration.&nbsp; She was thrilled when she was honored as Grand Marshall of the parade at Old Settler’s Day last year.&nbsp; She also was secretary treasurer for family reunions and kept excellent records of family happenings.

Jean loved her family and spending time with her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a blessing to many and will be missed my all.

Jean was preceded in death by her husband Neil, her parents, daughter Beverly Andres, granddaughters Brandy and Mitzi Bullock and brother Lee Barber.

Jean is survived by daughters Barbara Albin Overland Park, Becky (Clay) Glessner Alta Vista, son Bryan (Paula) Andres Kansas City, MO; Grand Children Faith (Russel)Dempsey, Kade Albin, Terry (Shandi) Andres, Lyle Vaughn, Brandi (Perrell) Stanley, Jacob Glessner, Stacie (Derek) Buss, Emma Andres, Kylie Andres, Sam Andres;&nbsp; Great grandchildren Madison, Donovan and Alana Dempsey, Molly, Finn and Hazel Roach, Phoenix Vaughn, Castyn and Cooper Andres, Cory Crowl, Noah Glessner, Lanndon Stanley, Clinton Glessner, Dallas, Abigayle and Danyal Buss.

Funeral Services will be held at 10am, June 29th at Alta Vista Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, which will go towards the Carillon Chimes or Good Shepherds Homecare &amp; Hospice.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Emma Jean Andres, 84, of rural Alta Vista passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, June 24, 2020.&nbsp; She was surrounded by family.&nbsp; She was born August 10, 1935 in White City, Kansas to H. Leland and Clara (Pagel) Barber.&nbsp; She married Neil Andres on November 23, 1952.Jean and Neil worked together for 35 years operating the Andres Insurance Agency which served the Alta Vista, Eskridge, White City and Manhattan communities.&nbsp; Jean loved taking care of their customers serving the community and “doing the books”.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jean was a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.&nbsp; She was active in the Alta Vista Chamber of Commerce and served as Secretary/Treasurer for many years.&nbsp; Her passion for the community was most felt in her tireless efforts to lead and support the annual Old Settler’s Day Celebration.&nbsp; She was thrilled when she was honored as Grand Marshall of the parade at Old Settler’s Day last year.&nbsp; She also was secretary treasurer for family reunions and kept excellent records of family happenings.Jean loved her family and spending time with her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a blessing to many and will be missed my all.Jean was preceded in death by her husband Neil, her parents, daughter Beverly Andres, granddaughters Brandy and Mitzi Bullock and brother Lee Barber.Jean is survived by daughters Barbara Albin Overland Park, Becky (Clay) Glessner Alta Vista, son Bryan (Paula) Andres Kansas City, MO; Grand Children Faith (Russel)Dempsey, Kade Albin, Terry (Shandi) Andres, Lyle Vaughn, Brandi (Perrell) Stanley, Jacob Glessner, Stacie (Derek) Buss, Emma Andres, Kylie Andres, Sam Andres;&nbsp; Great grandchildren Madison, Donovan and Alana Dempsey, Molly, Finn and Hazel Roach, Phoenix Vaughn, Castyn and Cooper Andres, Cory Crowl, Noah Glessner, Lanndon Stanley, Clinton Glessner, Dallas, Abigayle and Danyal Buss.Funeral Services will be held at 10am, June 29th at Alta Vista Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, which will go towards the Carillon Chimes or Good Shepherds Homecare &amp; Hospice.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.

Emma Jean Andres

It is with the fondest memories of his razor wit, quick-paced humor, exquisite tailoring, business insight and constant attention to detail-particularly in friends, wine, skiing and architecture, we share the passing of Leo William “Bill” Stolzer on Saturday, June 20, 2020. Bill was born October 14, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri to Leo Joseph and Lucille Hopp Stolzer. The son of a banker, Bill attended Bishop Hogan High School and graduated from Kansas State University in 1957. At KSU, Bill was a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and an honor cadet in the Air Force ROTC program. During his junior year at KSU, he met Kappa Kappa Gamma member Eleanor Griffith of Manhattan while at Kite’s, a favorite college hangout. Bill and Eleanor were married on August 17, 1957, in Eleanor’s parish church, Seven Dolors, just two blocks from her home. (Bill subsequently walked both of his daughters down the same aisle.) Upon his officer commissioning, Bill became a B-66 Tactical Navigator/Bombardier stationed in England, where he and Eleanor made their home. Bill often commented his Bomber Squadron’s destination was a one-way mission to the Soviet Union without enough fuel to return. Following the Air Force, Bill followed his father and father-in-law into community banking joining T.J. Griffith at Union National Bank of Manhattan, Kansas. Bill eventually succeeded T.J. Griffith and ran Union National Bank for over 50 years in various capacities including President, CEO and Chairman. In 1969, Bill was instrumental in overseeing the construction of Union National Bank’s modern six-story office building near downtown Manhattan. Bill and Eleanor moved into Eleanor’s family home just blocks from the new office building, which enabled him to frequently walk to work. Bill and Eleanor immaculately preserved the home in the heart of the Manhattan historic district. The home’s patio and gardens hosted many memorable Kansas State University, Bankers Association and family functions. Bill was active in the Kansas Bankers and American Bankers Associations, was a member of the Board of Directors of the ABA and served as National Treasurer in 1987. In addition to other business endeavors, Bill served over 50 years as Chairman of the 100-year-old Griffith Lumber Company. Bill and Eleanor were active supporters of the Manhattan Community and Kansas State University. Bill served on the Kansas State University Foundation Board of Trustees since 1968 and the KSU College of Business Advisory Board and was the recipient of KSU’s College of Business Administration’s Distinguished Alumni Fellow Award and the KSU Advancement Award. They were strong supporters of the Athletic Department, Beach Museum of Art and the Alumni Association. Both the Stolzer Family Gallery in the Beach Museum of Art and the Alumni Center Stairway are part of their KSU legacy. The Stolzer House at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is part of their Manhattan legacy. Bill and Eleanor loved the Vail Valley where they were strong contributors to the US Skiing Foundation, Vail Valley Foundation, Bravo and the Vail Valley Medical Center. Billy, as he was called by his grandsons, shared his love of skiing with his family and friends. Always up for adventure, Bill and Eleanor traveled extensively creating fond memories and a network of family and friends throughout Kansas, Washington, DC, Vail and Palm Desert. Wherever they were, they were gracious hosts. Many happy memories were made at Colbert Hills, Eagle Springs, The Reserve and The River Club. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor. He is survived by his daughters, Ellen Bolen (Dan) of Mission Hills, Mary Kevin Giller (Tom) of Manhattan; five grandsons, Patrick and William Bolen, Matt (Jodie), Kurt (Chelsie) and TJ Giller; and a great-grandson, Graham Giller. He is also survived by his sister, Linda (Max) Williams and many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Bill’s honor to Kansas State University Foundation College of Business, Meadowlark Hills Good Samaritan Fund, St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Bravo! Vail Music Festival, or the Vail Valley Foundation. Donations can be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

It is with the fondest memories of his razor wit, quick-paced humor, exquisite tailoring, business insight and constant attention to detail-particularly in friends, wine, skiing and architecture, we share the passing of Leo William “Bill” Stolzer on Saturday, June 20, 2020. Bill was born October 14, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri to Leo Joseph and Lucille Hopp Stolzer. The son of a banker, Bill attended Bishop Hogan High School and graduated from Kansas State University in 1957. At KSU, Bill was a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and an honor cadet in the Air Force ROTC program. During his junior year at KSU, he met Kappa Kappa Gamma member Eleanor Griffith of Manhattan while at Kite’s, a favorite college hangout. Bill and Eleanor were married on August 17, 1957, in Eleanor’s parish church, Seven Dolors, just two blocks from her home. (Bill subsequently walked both of his daughters down the same aisle.) Upon his officer commissioning, Bill became a B-66 Tactical Navigator/Bombardier stationed in England, where he and Eleanor made their home. Bill often commented his Bomber Squadron’s destination was a one-way mission to the Soviet Union without enough fuel to return. Following the Air Force, Bill followed his father and father-in-law into community banking joining T.J. Griffith at Union National Bank of Manhattan, Kansas. Bill eventually succeeded T.J. Griffith and ran Union National Bank for over 50 years in various capacities including President, CEO and Chairman. In 1969, Bill was instrumental in overseeing the construction of Union National Bank’s modern six-story office building near downtown Manhattan. Bill and Eleanor moved into Eleanor’s family home just blocks from the new office building, which enabled him to frequently walk to work. Bill and Eleanor immaculately preserved the home in the heart of the Manhattan historic district. The home’s patio and gardens hosted many memorable Kansas State University, Bankers Association and family functions. Bill was active in the Kansas Bankers and American Bankers Associations, was a member of the Board of Directors of the ABA and served as National Treasurer in 1987. In addition to other business endeavors, Bill served over 50 years as Chairman of the 100-year-old Griffith Lumber Company. Bill and Eleanor were active supporters of the Manhattan Community and Kansas State University. Bill served on the Kansas State University Foundation Board of Trustees since 1968 and the KSU College of Business Advisory Board and was the recipient of KSU’s College of Business Administration’s Distinguished Alumni Fellow Award and the KSU Advancement Award. They were strong supporters of the Athletic Department, Beach Museum of Art and the Alumni Association. Both the Stolzer Family Gallery in the Beach Museum of Art and the Alumni Center Stairway are part of their KSU legacy. The Stolzer House at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community is part of their Manhattan legacy. Bill and Eleanor loved the Vail Valley where they were strong contributors to the US Skiing Foundation, Vail Valley Foundation, Bravo and the Vail Valley Medical Center. Billy, as he was called by his grandsons, shared his love of skiing with his family and friends. Always up for adventure, Bill and Eleanor traveled extensively creating fond memories and a network of family and friends throughout Kansas, Washington, DC, Vail and Palm Desert. Wherever they were, they were gracious hosts. Many happy memories were made at Colbert Hills, Eagle Springs, The Reserve and The River Club. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor. He is survived by his daughters, Ellen Bolen (Dan) of Mission Hills, Mary Kevin Giller (Tom) of Manhattan; five grandsons, Patrick and William Bolen, Matt (Jodie), Kurt (Chelsie) and TJ Giller; and a great-grandson, Graham Giller. He is also survived by his sister, Linda (Max) Williams and many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Bill’s honor to Kansas State University Foundation College of Business, Meadowlark Hills Good Samaritan Fund, St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Bravo! Vail Music Festival, or the Vail Valley Foundation. Donations can be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leo William “Bill” Stolzer

Julie Ann Sorenson Merklin was born November 15, 1937, in Austin MN. She died June 12, 2020 in Manhattan. 

She was a graduate of St. Olaf College (BA Home Economics) and Kansas State University (BS Anthropology). She was predeceased by her parents, Harland and Esther Sorenson. Julie is survived by her husband Fred Merklin, daughter Lisa Merklin Lewis (Jon Lewis) and son Gregory Merklin (Jennifer Lester). Due to COVID, services will be held later.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials to the League of Women Voters Manhattan/Riley County or Seven Dolors Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Julie Ann Sorenson Merklin was born November 15, 1937, in Austin MN. She died June 12, 2020 in Manhattan. She was a graduate of St. Olaf College (BA Home Economics) and Kansas State University (BS Anthropology). She was predeceased by her parents, Harland and Esther Sorenson. Julie is survived by her husband Fred Merklin, daughter Lisa Merklin Lewis (Jon Lewis) and son Gregory Merklin (Jennifer Lester). Due to COVID, services will be held later.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials to the League of Women Voters Manhattan/Riley County or Seven Dolors Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Julie Ann Sorenson Merklin - 1937-2020 (83)

Ruth M. Banks, 98, of Wamego, Kansas passed away on June 20, 2020 while visiting her daughter in Frisco, Texas.

Ruth was born November 12, 1921 in Onaga Kansas, the daughter of Arthur and Flora (Brunkow) Zabel. With her family, Ruth moved to Westmoreland, Kansas at an early age. She graduated from Westmoreland High School in 1940. After graduation Ruth was employed at the Pottawatomie County Courthouse in the County Clerk’s office, and later was Special Assistant Clerk in the County Treasurer’s office until she was married.

Ruth married C. Lloyd Banks at the First United Methodist Church in Topeka, Kansas on March 30, 1944. He preceded her in death on January 27, 2011 after almost 67 years of marriage. Lloyd was a farmer/stockman, and they lived their entire life on the family farmstead near Belvue.

When their youngest child was in school, Ruth worked part time for John Lang’s law office, and a year later she started work full time at Kansas State University. She worked for ten years in the Security Lock Systems, and then eight years in the Motor Pool office. Ruth and Lloyd both retired in 1986 and enjoyed traveling to many locations and took many cruises. Ruth was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Wamego for 76 years, FUMC Women’s Group, KSU Retirees, Vermillion FCE for over 55 years until it disband, Wamego Study Club, Kaw Valley Bank Heritage Club and First National Bank Legacy Club.

Her husband, her parents, her siblings, Evelyn Holt, and Robert Zabel, and a niece and nephew preceded Ruth in death.

Her loving children survive Ruth, Connie (Bill) Kauer of Manhattan; Nancy (David) Parker of Frisco, Texas; and Chuck Banks, Topeka. She is also survived by her grandchildren Jennifer (Tim) Singleton, Topeka, Brian Kauer, Topeka, Michael (Erica) Parker, Houston, Texas, Katie Parker, Frisco, Texas, Ashley Banks, New Orleans, LA, Laura (Gene) Peir, Washington DC, niece, Donna Holt Lundquist, Montana and many dear friends. Ruth has five great grandchildren, Chelsea Kuban, Halie and Electra Singleton, Aiden and Emersyn Ruth Parker.

Family visitation will be at the Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, on Friday, June 26, 2020 between 3:00 and 5:00 PM. Due to Covid19, the family will be wearing face masks to protect those who come to pay respects to Ruth and her family.

Funeral services will be Saturday, June 27, 2020, 10:00 AM, at Stewart Funeral Home, with internment following in the City Cemetery. The service will be live streamed through the First United Methodist Church, Wamego Kansas Facebook page.

Memorial contributions for Ruth may be made to the Wamego First United Methodist Church, with a designation made at a later date by the family, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.

Ruth M. Banks, 98, of Wamego, Kansas passed away on June 20, 2020 while visiting her daughter in Frisco, Texas.Ruth was born November 12, 1921 in Onaga Kansas, the daughter of Arthur and Flora (Brunkow) Zabel. With her family, Ruth moved to Westmoreland, Kansas at an early age. She graduated from Westmoreland High School in 1940. After graduation Ruth was employed at the Pottawatomie County Courthouse in the County Clerk’s office, and later was Special Assistant Clerk in the County Treasurer’s office until she was married.Ruth married C. Lloyd Banks at the First United Methodist Church in Topeka, Kansas on March 30, 1944. He preceded her in death on January 27, 2011 after almost 67 years of marriage. Lloyd was a farmer/stockman, and they lived their entire life on the family farmstead near Belvue.When their youngest child was in school, Ruth worked part time for John Lang’s law office, and a year later she started work full time at Kansas State University. She worked for ten years in the Security Lock Systems, and then eight years in the Motor Pool office. Ruth and Lloyd both retired in 1986 and enjoyed traveling to many locations and took many cruises. Ruth was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Wamego for 76 years, FUMC Women’s Group, KSU Retirees, Vermillion FCE for over 55 years until it disband, Wamego Study Club, Kaw Valley Bank Heritage Club and First National Bank Legacy Club.Her husband, her parents, her siblings, Evelyn Holt, and Robert Zabel, and a niece and nephew preceded Ruth in death.Her loving children survive Ruth, Connie (Bill) Kauer of Manhattan; Nancy (David) Parker of Frisco, Texas; and Chuck Banks, Topeka. She is also survived by her grandchildren Jennifer (Tim) Singleton, Topeka, Brian Kauer, Topeka, Michael (Erica) Parker, Houston, Texas, Katie Parker, Frisco, Texas, Ashley Banks, New Orleans, LA, Laura (Gene) Peir, Washington DC, niece, Donna Holt Lundquist, Montana and many dear friends. Ruth has five great grandchildren, Chelsea Kuban, Halie and Electra Singleton, Aiden and Emersyn Ruth Parker.Family visitation will be at the Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, on Friday, June 26, 2020 between 3:00 and 5:00 PM. Due to Covid19, the family will be wearing face masks to protect those who come to pay respects to Ruth and her family.Funeral services will be Saturday, June 27, 2020, 10:00 AM, at Stewart Funeral Home, with internment following in the City Cemetery. The service will be live streamed through the First United Methodist Church, Wamego Kansas Facebook page.Memorial contributions for Ruth may be made to the Wamego First United Methodist Church, with a designation made at a later date by the family, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.

Ruth M. Banks

Sandra Sue Bottger, 80, of Manhattan passed away Saturday evening, June 20th at Ascension Via Christi Health Hospital in Manhattan. Sandy was born in Manhattan on February 22, 1940, the daughter of the late Iris and Perle Bottger. She was a 1958 graduate of Manhattan High School. She was former co-owner of Bottger's Marine in Manhattan. She worked 32 years at KSU in the extension, business, and finance office. Sandy is survived by her daughter, Brande Kennedy, of Topeka. Her son, Mark Muto, of Junction City and six grandchildren. In lieu of service her children invite you to Wildcat Marina on July 1st at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; for a Budweiser Cheer and to reminisce about the good old days we shared.&nbsp; Contributions can be made to the Ronald McDonald House of Topeka, 825 SW Buchanan Street, Topeka, KS 66604. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sandra Sue Bottger, 80, of Manhattan passed away Saturday evening, June 20th at Ascension Via Christi Health Hospital in Manhattan. Sandy was born in Manhattan on February 22, 1940, the daughter of the late Iris and Perle Bottger. She was a 1958 graduate of Manhattan High School. She was former co-owner of Bottger's Marine in Manhattan. She worked 32 years at KSU in the extension, business, and finance office. Sandy is survived by her daughter, Brande Kennedy, of Topeka. Her son, Mark Muto, of Junction City and six grandchildren. In lieu of service her children invite you to Wildcat Marina on July 1st at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; for a Budweiser Cheer and to reminisce about the good old days we shared.&nbsp; Contributions can be made to the Ronald McDonald House of Topeka, 825 SW Buchanan Street, Topeka, KS 66604. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sandra Sue Bottger

Verna Marie (White) Tischhauser, age 91, passed away peacefully June 22, 2020 at the Morris County Assisted Living. She was born May 16, 1929 at home east of White City, Kansas to Arthur and Angeline (Sloop) White.&nbsp;

Verna started school in a one room country grade school 4 miles east of White City. Most of her elementary school years were in that one room school. She did graduate from White City Rural High School.

Verna attended school at Bethany College at Lindsburg and at Emporia State Teachers College.&nbsp; She taught school at Highland Rural Grade School (a one room rural school) and later at Wilsey Elementary.&nbsp; She met the love of her life, Wilmer Tischhauser, while teaching at Wilsey.&nbsp; They were married in May of 1949 and had 66 happy years together until Wilmer preceded her in death in 2015

Verna enjoyed helping in her community and beyond, working in the Wilsey UMC as a Sunday School teacher and Board Member. She had the pleasure of serving as District Officer of the East Kansas United Methodist Women and President of the Emporia-Manhattan District of United Methodist Women. Locally she was a member of the Wilsey Rebekah Lodge and served as Morris Co 4-H home improvement leader for many years.

Wilmer &amp; Verna purchased a motor home in 1978 and spent many years traveling from Florida to California and most of the western US.&nbsp; For 30 years, they spent their winters living in Westlaco, TX spending most of their winters making many new friends from all over the US and Canada.&nbsp;&nbsp; Summers were spent at their farm north of Wilsey opening up an on the farm antique store and also where they loved entertaining their many friends and family at the famous “Red Rooster” chicken house.

Verna will be missed by all her family and many friends, but everyone knows that Verna &amp; Wilmer are back together as one of God’s great teams, forever.

Verna is survived by her two sons, Marvin (wife Marsha) and Mike (wife Bev), 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family will have a private cemetery service/celebration of life on July 11. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wilsey United Methodist Church in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, 137 N. Union Street, Council Grove, Kansas 66846.

Verna Marie (White) Tischhauser, age 91, passed away peacefully June 22, 2020 at the Morris County Assisted Living. She was born May 16, 1929 at home east of White City, Kansas to Arthur and Angeline (Sloop) White.&nbsp;Verna started school in a one room country grade school 4 miles east of White City. Most of her elementary school years were in that one room school. She did graduate from White City Rural High School.Verna attended school at Bethany College at Lindsburg and at Emporia State Teachers College.&nbsp; She taught school at Highland Rural Grade School (a one room rural school) and later at Wilsey Elementary.&nbsp; She met the love of her life, Wilmer Tischhauser, while teaching at Wilsey.&nbsp; They were married in May of 1949 and had 66 happy years together until Wilmer preceded her in death in 2015Verna enjoyed helping in her community and beyond, working in the Wilsey UMC as a Sunday School teacher and Board Member. She had the pleasure of serving as District Officer of the East Kansas United Methodist Women and President of the Emporia-Manhattan District of United Methodist Women. Locally she was a member of the Wilsey Rebekah Lodge and served as Morris Co 4-H home improvement leader for many years.Wilmer &amp; Verna purchased a motor home in 1978 and spent many years traveling from Florida to California and most of the western US.&nbsp; For 30 years, they spent their winters living in Westlaco, TX spending most of their winters making many new friends from all over the US and Canada.&nbsp;&nbsp; Summers were spent at their farm north of Wilsey opening up an on the farm antique store and also where they loved entertaining their many friends and family at the famous “Red Rooster” chicken house.Verna will be missed by all her family and many friends, but everyone knows that Verna &amp; Wilmer are back together as one of God’s great teams, forever.Verna is survived by her two sons, Marvin (wife Marsha) and Mike (wife Bev), 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.The family will have a private cemetery service/celebration of life on July 11. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wilsey United Methodist Church in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, 137 N. Union Street, Council Grove, Kansas 66846.

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