Margaret L. Toburen, age 82, of Manhattan, KS died on June 12, 2020 at her residence. She was born September 11, 1937 in Wakefield, KS, the daughter of P. Stuart and Ruth (Kent) Walter. Margaret attended school in Wakefield and graduated from Wakefield High School in 1955. She married Myron Toburen in Wakefield, KS on March 18, 1956. After marriage they moved to Clay Center, KS where she resided until 2019. Myron proceeded her in death in December of 2005. Margaret enjoyed spending time with her family at the lake boating and camping. She loved to travel and has visited all fifty states. Most of all Margaret loved having her grandchildren around to cherish time with. Margaret was a member of the “Classy Lassies” red hat ladies. Margaret is survived by her children, Kelly (Roxie) Toburen of Manhattan, her daughters Jackie (Diane) Toburen of Manhattan, KS and Lynn (James) Feldhausen of Manhattan, KS. She is also survived by her siblings, Ronald (Jean) Walter of Topeka, KS, and Barbra (Gary) Carlson of Atchison, KS, as well as 9 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Myron, and parents, P. Stuart and Ruth (Kent) Walter. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date by family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret L. Toburen, age 82, of Manhattan, KS died on June 12, 2020 at her residence. She was born September 11, 1937 in Wakefield, KS, the daughter of P. Stuart and Ruth (Kent) Walter. Margaret attended school in Wakefield and graduated from Wakefield High School in 1955. She married Myron Toburen in Wakefield, KS on March 18, 1956. After marriage they moved to Clay Center, KS where she resided until 2019. Myron proceeded her in death in December of 2005. Margaret enjoyed spending time with her family at the lake boating and camping. She loved to travel and has visited all fifty states. Most of all Margaret loved having her grandchildren around to cherish time with. Margaret was a member of the “Classy Lassies” red hat ladies. Margaret is survived by her children, Kelly (Roxie) Toburen of Manhattan, her daughters Jackie (Diane) Toburen of Manhattan, KS and Lynn (James) Feldhausen of Manhattan, KS. She is also survived by her siblings, Ronald (Jean) Walter of Topeka, KS, and Barbra (Gary) Carlson of Atchison, KS, as well as 9 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Myron, and parents, P. Stuart and Ruth (Kent) Walter. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date by family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret L. Toburen

Rickie Dean Smith of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away June 15, 2020, after a long battle with cancer.

 He was born in Topeka, Kansas, on August 2, 1955, to Dean and Donna (Gifford) Smith. He graduated from Council Grove High School in 1973. Rick worked at many different jobs throughout the years, with his last job at IBP/Tyson in Emporia, Kansas.&nbsp; For anyone that knew Rick, they would know his one great passion in life was fishing. For a period of time, he ran a small guide business taking people fishing in the local area and was also interviewed by Betty Lou Pardue from WIBW TV, which he was very proud of.&nbsp; Rick knew the local area lakes and could tell you stats and what type of fish was prominently caught at each lake. He could talk your ear off about lures, bait, boats and what fish were biting when and where.

&nbsp;Rick also had a love and passion for animals.&nbsp; &nbsp;He always had a cat in his hand and the dogs knew the sound of his truck before he pulled in the drive. Spring was one of his favorite times; as there was always some kind of baby animal around.&nbsp; From kittens to foals, calves and the baby goats that somehow showed up over the last few years. If it was an animal, he loved it. If someone needed a "babysitter" for their 4 legged kid, Rick was the one to call. He took great pride in that job.

Rick was also a very proud uncle.&nbsp; He loved his nieces and nephews with all his heart. He enjoyed buying each of them a special “prize” whether it was a box of animal crackers or something he knew they would enjoy.&nbsp; The grin on Rick’s face and the excitement in his eyes was a true testimony on how much he loved them.&nbsp; He always enjoyed seeing them happy.&nbsp;

Rick is survived his parents, Dean and Donna Smith of Council Grove; sister Cathy (Smith) Pritchard and husband John of Dunlap; sister Tricia Smith-Hickey and husband Mark and son Logan of Council Grove; niece’s; Rinda (Pritchard) Stecher and husband Tony and children Jackson and Scarlett of Council Grove; Jenna (Pritchard) Vathauer and husband Daniel and children Jacob, Jaci Kay and Arlo of Barnes, Kansas; and Jessie Pritchard and children Ryker and Charlee Rose of Thompson Station, Tenn.

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

Rick's ashes will be buried at the cemetery in Silver Lake, Kansas, near his Grandpa and Grandma Smith. A celebration of Rick's life will be held at a later time this year.

Rickie Dean Smith of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away June 15, 2020, after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Topeka, Kansas, on August 2, 1955, to Dean and Donna (Gifford) Smith. He graduated from Council Grove High School in 1973. Rick worked at many different jobs throughout the years, with his last job at IBP/Tyson in Emporia, Kansas.&nbsp; For anyone that knew Rick, they would know his one great passion in life was fishing. For a period of time, he ran a small guide business taking people fishing in the local area and was also interviewed by Betty Lou Pardue from WIBW TV, which he was very proud of.&nbsp; Rick knew the local area lakes and could tell you stats and what type of fish was prominently caught at each lake. He could talk your ear off about lures, bait, boats and what fish were biting when and where.&nbsp;Rick also had a love and passion for animals.&nbsp; &nbsp;He always had a cat in his hand and the dogs knew the sound of his truck before he pulled in the drive. Spring was one of his favorite times; as there was always some kind of baby animal around.&nbsp; From kittens to foals, calves and the baby goats that somehow showed up over the last few years. If it was an animal, he loved it. If someone needed a "babysitter" for their 4 legged kid, Rick was the one to call. He took great pride in that job.Rick was also a very proud uncle.&nbsp; He loved his nieces and nephews with all his heart. He enjoyed buying each of them a special “prize” whether it was a box of animal crackers or something he knew they would enjoy.&nbsp; The grin on Rick’s face and the excitement in his eyes was a true testimony on how much he loved them.&nbsp; He always enjoyed seeing them happy.&nbsp;Rick is survived his parents, Dean and Donna Smith of Council Grove; sister Cathy (Smith) Pritchard and husband John of Dunlap; sister Tricia Smith-Hickey and husband Mark and son Logan of Council Grove; niece’s; Rinda (Pritchard) Stecher and husband Tony and children Jackson and Scarlett of Council Grove; Jenna (Pritchard) Vathauer and husband Daniel and children Jacob, Jaci Kay and Arlo of Barnes, Kansas; and Jessie Pritchard and children Ryker and Charlee Rose of Thompson Station, Tenn.Memorial Contributions may be made to the What’s in Outdoors Fund, in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS. 66846. &nbsp;This fund has been established to host a Family Fish Camp in the Spring of 2021 at the Marina Cove. &nbsp;The camp will teach youth and their families the basics of fishing.&nbsp;Rick's ashes will be buried at the cemetery in Silver Lake, Kansas, near his Grandpa and Grandma Smith. A celebration of Rick's life will be held at a later time this year.

Rickie Dean Smith - August 2, 1955-June 15, 2020 (age 64)

John H. Wester, Jr., Junction City, Kansas, passed away at Valley View on June 9, 2020 at the age of 84 years.

He was born October 1, 1935 to John H.&nbsp;&nbsp;and Amanda (Weida) Wester&nbsp;&nbsp;in LeMay Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;After graduating from high school, John enlisted in the United States Army in 1955 and retired 22 years later as a CW3.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Carolyn Ann Seninger&nbsp;&nbsp;in St. Louis Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;His wife continues to live in Junction City, KS.

There will be a military graveside service at the Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan, KS on June 24 at 2 p.m.

Funeral arrangements are with Londeen Funeral Home,&nbsp;PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431

John H. Wester, Jr., Junction City, Kansas, passed away at Valley View on June 9, 2020 at the age of 84 years.He was born October 1, 1935 to John H.&nbsp;&nbsp;and Amanda (Weida) Wester&nbsp;&nbsp;in LeMay Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;After graduating from high school, John enlisted in the United States Army in 1955 and retired 22 years later as a CW3.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Carolyn Ann Seninger&nbsp;&nbsp;in St. Louis Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;His wife continues to live in Junction City, KS.There will be a military graveside service at the Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan, KS on June 24 at 2 p.m.Funeral arrangements are with Londeen Funeral Home,&nbsp;PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431

John H. Wester, Jr.

Robert “Rebob” Wayne Bartholic, age 58 of Ogden, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, due to injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident.

He was born on October 2, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Robert Preston and Mary Frances (Trimble) Bartholic.  He served in the U.S. Army, Army National Guard and the Air National Guard.

On October 22, 1988, he was married to Tina Michele Linderman.  She survives of the home.

Robert retired as Captain from the Fort Riley Fire Department after 30 years.  Following his retirement, he worked many odds and ends jobs, most recently working for U.S.D. 383, where he was known as "Uncle Bob".  He was the Fire Chief for many years of the Ogden Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the V.F.W. in Ogden and Junction City and the N.R.A.  He enjoyed ghost hunting, storm spotting, genealogy and his H.A.M. radio.  He was also proud to be an organ donor. Rebob was the Vice President of the AGMC Chapter KS34A. He was known and loved by members from multiple states. The AGMC was a huge part of his life and even joked that AG was first and his kids were second.  

He is survived by his wife, Tina Bartholic; five children, Brian Linderman and Jeannie of Topeka, Melissia Johns and Derek of Marshallville, Ohio, Amber Bartholic and Chris of Marshallville, Ohio, Trina Martin and Chad of Wooster, Ohio and Kelly McGuyer and Roger of Manhattan; one sister, Stacy Sharp and J.C. of Fredericktown, Ohio; eleven grandchildren, Kenzie, Ethan, Myles, Madyson, Zayden, Christopher, Cierra, Faith, Ryan, Keely and Kora, numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dogs, Sheba and Bandit.

Graveside inurnment services with Military Honors will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 19, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. A gathering will be held at the Ogden Community Center after the service.

He had a massive love for all animals so in lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Robert “Rebob” Wayne Bartholic, age 58 of Ogden, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, due to injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident.He was born on October 2, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Robert Preston and Mary Frances (Trimble) Bartholic. He served in the U.S. Army, Army National Guard and the Air National Guard.On October 22, 1988, he was married to Tina Michele Linderman. She survives of the home.Robert retired as Captain from the Fort Riley Fire Department after 30 years. Following his retirement, he worked many odds and ends jobs, most recently working for U.S.D. 383, where he was known as "Uncle Bob". He was the Fire Chief for many years of the Ogden Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the V.F.W. in Ogden and Junction City and the N.R.A. He enjoyed ghost hunting, storm spotting, genealogy and his H.A.M. radio. He was also proud to be an organ donor. Rebob was the Vice President of the AGMC Chapter KS34A. He was known and loved by members from multiple states. The AGMC was a huge part of his life and even joked that AG was first and his kids were second. He is survived by his wife, Tina Bartholic; five children, Brian Linderman and Jeannie of Topeka, Melissia Johns and Derek of Marshallville, Ohio, Amber Bartholic and Chris of Marshallville, Ohio, Trina Martin and Chad of Wooster, Ohio and Kelly McGuyer and Roger of Manhattan; one sister, Stacy Sharp and J.C. of Fredericktown, Ohio; eleven grandchildren, Kenzie, Ethan, Myles, Madyson, Zayden, Christopher, Cierra, Faith, Ryan, Keely and Kora, numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dogs, Sheba and Bandit.He was preceded in death by his parents.Graveside inurnment services with Military Honors will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 19, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. A gathering will be held at the Ogden Community Center after the service.He had a massive love for all animals so in lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Robert “Rebob” Wayne Bartholic

Father Carl M. Dekat, 92, of Flush, Kansas, died Sunday, June 14, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. &nbsp;

Father Carl was born July 5, 1927, in rural Flush, Kansas, the son of Henry A. and Johanna Nuttman Dekat. &nbsp;He attended St. Joseph’s grade school and high school. &nbsp;He then graduated from Conception Seminary College and Kenrick Seminary. &nbsp;Carl was ordained as a priest February 28, 1953 for the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.

Father Carl served as Assistant Pastor for four years at St. Mary’s in Kansas City, Kansas, then the pastor for several Kansas Catholic parishes over the course of his career; St. Joseph’s in Lillis, St. Patrick’s in Coal Creek, St. Joseph’s in Wathena, St. Teresa’s in Perry, St. Aloysius in Meriden, St. Patrick’s in Corning, Sacred Heart in Baileyville, St. Dominic’s in Holton, St. Francis Xavier, Mayetta, Sacred Heart in Topeka, Immaculate Conception in St. Marys, St. Stanislaus in Rossville, Holy Cross in Emmett, and &nbsp;St. Joseph’s in Topeka. &nbsp;In 2006, Father Carl retired and moved back to Flush.

Even during retirement, Father Carl continued to work part time at St. Joseph’s in Flush, St. Bernard’s in Wamego, Holy Family in Alma, and Sacred Heart in Paxico.&nbsp;

Father was a life member of Knights of Columbus. &nbsp;He joined the Flush Council in 1945. &nbsp;Father also enjoyed doing woodworking.

Father Carl is survived by his sister, Dorene Taylor, Westmoreland and numerous nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings; Isabel Gareis, Loretta Straub, Bernard Dekat, Arthur Dekat, Cleo Dekat, Donald Dekat, and Gilbert Dekat.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, June 25, 2020, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Flush, Kansas. &nbsp;Archbishop Joseph Naumann will be the Celebrant. &nbsp;Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. &nbsp;The family will greet friends, Wednesday, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, at the church. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 pm. They suggest memorial contributions to the Father Carl Dekat Memorial Fund, to benefit various parishes that Father served, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego.

Father Carl M. Dekat, 92, of Flush, Kansas, died Sunday, June 14, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. &nbsp;Father Carl was born July 5, 1927, in rural Flush, Kansas, the son of Henry A. and Johanna Nuttman Dekat. &nbsp;He attended St. Joseph’s grade school and high school. &nbsp;He then graduated from Conception Seminary College and Kenrick Seminary. &nbsp;Carl was ordained as a priest February 28, 1953 for the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.Father Carl served as Assistant Pastor for four years at St. Mary’s in Kansas City, Kansas, then the pastor for several Kansas Catholic parishes over the course of his career; St. Joseph’s in Lillis, St. Patrick’s in Coal Creek, St. Joseph’s in Wathena, St. Teresa’s in Perry, St. Aloysius in Meriden, St. Patrick’s in Corning, Sacred Heart in Baileyville, St. Dominic’s in Holton, St. Francis Xavier, Mayetta, Sacred Heart in Topeka, Immaculate Conception in St. Marys, St. Stanislaus in Rossville, Holy Cross in Emmett, and &nbsp;St. Joseph’s in Topeka. &nbsp;In 2006, Father Carl retired and moved back to Flush.Even during retirement, Father Carl continued to work part time at St. Joseph’s in Flush, St. Bernard’s in Wamego, Holy Family in Alma, and Sacred Heart in Paxico.&nbsp;Father was a life member of Knights of Columbus. &nbsp;He joined the Flush Council in 1945. &nbsp;Father also enjoyed doing woodworking.Father Carl is survived by his sister, Dorene Taylor, Westmoreland and numerous nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings; Isabel Gareis, Loretta Straub, Bernard Dekat, Arthur Dekat, Cleo Dekat, Donald Dekat, and Gilbert Dekat.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, June 25, 2020, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Flush, Kansas. &nbsp;Archbishop Joseph Naumann will be the Celebrant. &nbsp;Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. &nbsp;The family will greet friends, Wednesday, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, at the church. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 pm. They suggest memorial contributions to the Father Carl Dekat Memorial Fund, to benefit various parishes that Father served, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego.

Father Carl M. Dekat

Sharon Lee Holley, 63, of Wamego, Kansas, died Friday, June 12, 2020 at her home following a fight with Lung Cancer. &nbsp;She was a long-time resident of the community.

Sharon was born on April 10, 1957, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Gerald L. and Mary Saville Holley. &nbsp;She attended local schools and graduated from Wamego High School. &nbsp;She then received an Associate’s Degree to be a Dental Hygienist.

Sharon worked for a time as a hygienist and then worked in several different occupations including working at Manco in Manhattan. &nbsp; But the job she loved the best was the years she was the janitorial supervisor for the football stadium at Kansas State University. &nbsp;

Sharon loved to be outdoors whether it was working in her garden and yard or riding her Harley motorcycle. &nbsp;She was an artist and often did sketches and wood carvings. &nbsp;She especially enjoyed carving eagles. &nbsp;Sharon loved to travel and enjoyed many trips to the east coast and time spent in Hawaii. &nbsp;Sharon was very close to her dogs.

Sharon married Kenny Jones on July 28, 1980 in Wamego. &nbsp;He preceded her in death. &nbsp;She then had a long-term relationship with David Larson, but never remarried.

Sharon is survived by her children; Jacob Jones (Deanne, New South Wales, Australia, Desiree Jones, Belvidere, Tennessee, and Davida Holley, Topeka; her grandchildren, Mariah, Aviendha and Inara; her sister, Christine Parkhust, Wamego; her aunt, Sheryl Saville, Wamego and uncle, Phill Larmore, Manhattan. &nbsp;Sharon was also preceded in death by her parents, and infant daughter, Carissa.

A graveside inurnment will be held at 3:30 pm, Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;The family will greet friends from 2:00 pm until 3:15 pm, at Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;Everyone is welcome to travel to the cemetery in procession at 3:15. &nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to Campanella-Evans Mortuary to help with funeral expenses.&nbsp;

Sharon Lee Holley, 63, of Wamego, Kansas, died Friday, June 12, 2020 at her home following a fight with Lung Cancer. &nbsp;She was a long-time resident of the community.Sharon was born on April 10, 1957, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Gerald L. and Mary Saville Holley. &nbsp;She attended local schools and graduated from Wamego High School. &nbsp;She then received an Associate’s Degree to be a Dental Hygienist.Sharon worked for a time as a hygienist and then worked in several different occupations including working at Manco in Manhattan. &nbsp; But the job she loved the best was the years she was the janitorial supervisor for the football stadium at Kansas State University. &nbsp;Sharon loved to be outdoors whether it was working in her garden and yard or riding her Harley motorcycle. &nbsp;She was an artist and often did sketches and wood carvings. &nbsp;She especially enjoyed carving eagles. &nbsp;Sharon loved to travel and enjoyed many trips to the east coast and time spent in Hawaii. &nbsp;Sharon was very close to her dogs.Sharon married Kenny Jones on July 28, 1980 in Wamego. &nbsp;He preceded her in death. &nbsp;She then had a long-term relationship with David Larson, but never remarried.Sharon is survived by her children; Jacob Jones (Deanne, New South Wales, Australia, Desiree Jones, Belvidere, Tennessee, and Davida Holley, Topeka; her grandchildren, Mariah, Aviendha and Inara; her sister, Christine Parkhust, Wamego; her aunt, Sheryl Saville, Wamego and uncle, Phill Larmore, Manhattan. &nbsp;Sharon was also preceded in death by her parents, and infant daughter, Carissa.A graveside inurnment will be held at 3:30 pm, Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;The family will greet friends from 2:00 pm until 3:15 pm, at Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;Everyone is welcome to travel to the cemetery in procession at 3:15. &nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to Campanella-Evans Mortuary to help with funeral expenses.&nbsp;

Sharon Lee Holley

Thelma’s life began on May 23, 1919, the daughter of Charley and Minnie (Nash) Baker in Wichita, Kansas. She attended East Center School, Furley Grade Schools and Whitewater High School. On June 1, 1938, she married Harold G. Eilert in Furley. Thelma was a farm wife, and in the 1940’s she worked for Beech Aircraft as a Rosie the Riveter. She was a school bus driver and custodian at Furley Grade School and also a custodian at Furley United Methodist Church. She retired as an activities director from Wheat State Manor in Whitewater.

Memberships included Furley United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. She loved God, Jesus, her family and her Furley Church and community. She loved music, playing the piano and singing. She created beautifully embroidered quilts and pillowcases for her family. She loved chickens and cats, tending her flower gardens and taking care of her family, neighbors and the elderly in the community.

Her loving family includes her sons, Edwin (Jan) Eilert of Overland Park, Kansas, Ron Eilert of Arvada, Colorado, Gary (Lamoyne) Eilert of Valley Center, Kansas; daughter Cheryl (Keith) Slater of Furley; 12 grandchildren, John "Gary" Eilert, Scott (Meggan) Eilert, Jami (Mark) Schmideskamp, Robert (Eileen) Eilert, David (Kristoffer) Eilert-Kennelly, Douglas (Tiffany) Eilert, Lesa (Tom) Robke, Sheri (Donavin) Edgerle, Jackie (Tremayne) Reese, Karen (Ryan) Henning, Andrew (Lindsay) Slater, Gregg (Devon) Ulvedal, Jeff (Jeni) Ulvedal; great-grandchildren, Makenna, Ryan, Hailey, Allison, Paige, Maria, Kathryn, Adam, Shelby (Chris, Tyson, Seth, Lyric, Owen, Crosby, Xavier, Lauren, Robert, Skyler and Keegan; one great-great-grandson, Garrett; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; siblings, Clarence Baker, Ethel Faufaw, Lucy Barker, Florence Kleider, Bertha Miers, Viola Eilert, George Baker and Pauline Hurn; daughter-in-laws, Patty and Linda Eilert. Thelma passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2020, at the age of 101 years old.

Her family will gather with friends on Saturday, June 20, from 10-11:00 a.m. with her funeral following at 11:00, both at Furley United Methodist Church, 11400 E 101st Street N., Valley Center, Kansas 67147. She will be laid to rest in the Green Valley Cemetery in Furley. Due to Covid-19 masks are requested and social distancing will be in place.

Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Furley United Methodist Church or Heartland Hospice in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Thelma’s life began on May 23, 1919, the daughter of Charley and Minnie (Nash) Baker in Wichita, Kansas. She attended East Center School, Furley Grade Schools and Whitewater High School. On June 1, 1938, she married Harold G. Eilert in Furley. Thelma was a farm wife, and in the 1940’s she worked for Beech Aircraft as a Rosie the Riveter. She was a school bus driver and custodian at Furley Grade School and also a custodian at Furley United Methodist Church. She retired as an activities director from Wheat State Manor in Whitewater.Memberships included Furley United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. She loved God, Jesus, her family and her Furley Church and community. She loved music, playing the piano and singing. She created beautifully embroidered quilts and pillowcases for her family. She loved chickens and cats, tending her flower gardens and taking care of her family, neighbors and the elderly in the community.Her loving family includes her sons, Edwin (Jan) Eilert of Overland Park, Kansas, Ron Eilert of Arvada, Colorado, Gary (Lamoyne) Eilert of Valley Center, Kansas; daughter Cheryl (Keith) Slater of Furley; 12 grandchildren, John "Gary" Eilert, Scott (Meggan) Eilert, Jami (Mark) Schmideskamp, Robert (Eileen) Eilert, David (Kristoffer) Eilert-Kennelly, Douglas (Tiffany) Eilert, Lesa (Tom) Robke, Sheri (Donavin) Edgerle, Jackie (Tremayne) Reese, Karen (Ryan) Henning, Andrew (Lindsay) Slater, Gregg (Devon) Ulvedal, Jeff (Jeni) Ulvedal; great-grandchildren, Makenna, Ryan, Hailey, Allison, Paige, Maria, Kathryn, Adam, Shelby (Chris, Tyson, Seth, Lyric, Owen, Crosby, Xavier, Lauren, Robert, Skyler and Keegan; one great-great-grandson, Garrett; many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; siblings, Clarence Baker, Ethel Faufaw, Lucy Barker, Florence Kleider, Bertha Miers, Viola Eilert, George Baker and Pauline Hurn; daughter-in-laws, Patty and Linda Eilert. Thelma passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2020, at the age of 101 years old.Her family will gather with friends on Saturday, June 20, from 10-11:00 a.m. with her funeral following at 11:00, both at Furley United Methodist Church, 11400 E 101st Street N., Valley Center, Kansas 67147. She will be laid to rest in the Green Valley Cemetery in Furley. Due to Covid-19 masks are requested and social distancing will be in place.Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Furley United Methodist Church or Heartland Hospice in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Thelma (Baker) Eilert - May 23, 1919-June 12, 2020 (age 101)

William “Bill” Streeter, 80, passed away on Friday, June 12th, at Via Christi Village, after a long and courageous battle with kidney failure. Bill was born on October 1939, in Clay Center, KS to Floyd R. and May Fern (Nemnich) Streeter. As a young child, Bill enjoyed playing baseball and bowling. He was a pinsetter in the lanes below the Idle Hour Club before the days of the automatic ones. He played basketball for one year in high school. In his spare time as an adult, he learned to play golf, still enjoyed bowling and was an excellent pool player. He loved playing any kind of cards, Yahtzee, crossword puzzles, and jigsaw puzzles. He also enjoyed watching any kind of sports on TV. He always had a gift of gab and a couple of jokes to tell. He was a fun guy. Bill graduated from Clay County Community High School with the class of 1957. He joined the Navy after graduation. He served four years in the Navy and received an honorable discharge. He was married while still in California to Mary Warrick, and they returned to Clay Center. He worked at Tasty Pasty Bakery. While in Clay Center, their first child, William Robert, was born. They moved to Junction City about nine months later, and he had a bakery delivery route. After a short time, they returned to California and later divorced. He then met and married Claudia Buffington of Mount Pleasant, IA. They had a son Jeffery, and Bill adopted Claudia’s son, Evan, from a previous marriage. This marriage also ended in divorce. Bill &amp; Claudia remained good friends. Because Bill was on the road so much, Claudia was given custody of all of the boys. This allowed them to grow up together, and have Bill remain involved in their lives. Claudia was a wonderful person and will always be a part of our family as Bill would have wanted. Bill’s career as an independent encyclopedia salesman then started. He earned a number of sales awards throughout his career. He traveled extensively all over the United States and Hawaii. He loved Hawaii. Bill had lived at the Bicentennial Senior Apartments in Junction City, KS for the past seven years. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, his oldest son, a nephew and a great-nephew. Bill is survived by his ex-wife Claudia; his son Evan (Caroline) Harrogate, England; son Jeffery of Albuquerque, NM and son Ryan (Kellie) Ege of Aurora, CO; six grandkids and two great-grandkids. Also surviving are three siblings: Robert (Bev) Streeter, Marshalltown IA; Dottie Pokorney, Silver Lake, KS; and Rita (Corky) Acker, Topeka KS. Per Bill’s request, cremation will take place. Interment will be at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery at Clay Center, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William “Bill” Streeter, 80, passed away on Friday, June 12th, at Via Christi Village, after a long and courageous battle with kidney failure. Bill was born on October 1939, in Clay Center, KS to Floyd R. and May Fern (Nemnich) Streeter. As a young child, Bill enjoyed playing baseball and bowling. He was a pinsetter in the lanes below the Idle Hour Club before the days of the automatic ones. He played basketball for one year in high school. In his spare time as an adult, he learned to play golf, still enjoyed bowling and was an excellent pool player. He loved playing any kind of cards, Yahtzee, crossword puzzles, and jigsaw puzzles. He also enjoyed watching any kind of sports on TV. He always had a gift of gab and a couple of jokes to tell. He was a fun guy. Bill graduated from Clay County Community High School with the class of 1957. He joined the Navy after graduation. He served four years in the Navy and received an honorable discharge. He was married while still in California to Mary Warrick, and they returned to Clay Center. He worked at Tasty Pasty Bakery. While in Clay Center, their first child, William Robert, was born. They moved to Junction City about nine months later, and he had a bakery delivery route. After a short time, they returned to California and later divorced. He then met and married Claudia Buffington of Mount Pleasant, IA. They had a son Jeffery, and Bill adopted Claudia’s son, Evan, from a previous marriage. This marriage also ended in divorce. Bill &amp; Claudia remained good friends. Because Bill was on the road so much, Claudia was given custody of all of the boys. This allowed them to grow up together, and have Bill remain involved in their lives. Claudia was a wonderful person and will always be a part of our family as Bill would have wanted. Bill’s career as an independent encyclopedia salesman then started. He earned a number of sales awards throughout his career. He traveled extensively all over the United States and Hawaii. He loved Hawaii. Bill had lived at the Bicentennial Senior Apartments in Junction City, KS for the past seven years. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, his oldest son, a nephew and a great-nephew. Bill is survived by his ex-wife Claudia; his son Evan (Caroline) Harrogate, England; son Jeffery of Albuquerque, NM and son Ryan (Kellie) Ege of Aurora, CO; six grandkids and two great-grandkids. Also surviving are three siblings: Robert (Bev) Streeter, Marshalltown IA; Dottie Pokorney, Silver Lake, KS; and Rita (Corky) Acker, Topeka KS. Per Bill’s request, cremation will take place. Interment will be at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery at Clay Center, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William “Bill” Streeter

William Hughes “Bill” Peterson, 93, died at his home in Abilene Kansas on June 12, 2020.

He was born November 3, 1926 to A. “Hiene” and Bernice Peterson in Abilene Kansas.&nbsp; After graduating from Abilene High School in 1944, he entered the United States Army at Ft. Riley, Kansas and served until 1946 in the Pacific Theatre in World War II. Bill was honorably discharged and returned to Abilene.

He worked at Rice Motor Company before joining the family business, Cedar Crest Dairy and Peterson Farms. He retired from farming in 2008. In retirement he worked at Holm Automotive.

ill had an abiding interest in his community through public service elected to the Abilene City Commission in 1985 and serving until 1999. He also served three terms as Mayor of Abilene 1988-89, 1991-92, and 1995-96.&nbsp; Following his mothers lead who delivered Meals on Wheels well into her eighties he also volunteered his time to the organization for many years. Bill was the oldest living member of the Abilene Elks Lodge. Bill was married to Phyllis Dautel at Saint Andrews Catholic Church, Abilene February 14, 1953. She survives.

His children are Susan (Charles) Thomas Manhattan, Kansas, Mark, Charlotte, North Carolina, and Bruce (Barbara) Houston, Texas. His grandchildren are Brooks and Cody Peterson, Denver Colorado, Carson and Madison Peterson, Houston Texas.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Pat Sweeney.

The rosary will be recited 6:30 pm Monday June 15, 2020 at St Andrews Catholic Church, Abilene. The family will greet guests in the Saint Andrews Parish Hall following the rosary.

Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am Tuesday June 16, 2020 at St. Andrews Catholic Church, Abilene. Burial will follow immediately at St Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Abilene.

In lieu of flower the family requests memorials to: St. Andrews Catholic Church, Hospice of Dickinson County, and Dickinson County Historical Society care of Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William Hughes “Bill” Peterson, 93, died at his home in Abilene Kansas on June 12, 2020.He was born November 3, 1926 to A. “Hiene” and Bernice Peterson in Abilene Kansas.&nbsp; After graduating from Abilene High School in 1944, he entered the United States Army at Ft. Riley, Kansas and served until 1946 in the Pacific Theatre in World War II. Bill was honorably discharged and returned to Abilene. He worked at Rice Motor Company before joining the family business, Cedar Crest Dairy and Peterson Farms. He retired from farming in 2008. In retirement he worked at Holm Automotive. ill had an abiding interest in his community through public service elected to the Abilene City Commission in 1985 and serving until 1999. He also served three terms as Mayor of Abilene 1988-89, 1991-92, and 1995-96.&nbsp; Following his mothers lead who delivered Meals on Wheels well into her eighties he also volunteered his time to the organization for many years. Bill was the oldest living member of the Abilene Elks Lodge. Bill was married to Phyllis Dautel at Saint Andrews Catholic Church, Abilene February 14, 1953. She survives. His children are Susan (Charles) Thomas Manhattan, Kansas, Mark, Charlotte, North Carolina, and Bruce (Barbara) Houston, Texas. His grandchildren are Brooks and Cody Peterson, Denver Colorado, Carson and Madison Peterson, Houston Texas.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Pat Sweeney. The rosary will be recited 6:30 pm Monday June 15, 2020 at St Andrews Catholic Church, Abilene. The family will greet guests in the Saint Andrews Parish Hall following the rosary. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am Tuesday June 16, 2020 at St. Andrews Catholic Church, Abilene. Burial will follow immediately at St Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Abilene. In lieu of flower the family requests memorials to: St. Andrews Catholic Church, Hospice of Dickinson County, and Dickinson County Historical Society care of Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William Hughes “Bill” Peterson

Jacqueline Yvonne Hochstatter, 82 of Solomon passed away Friday, June 12, 2020.

 She was born November 17, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Bernell and Mary (Austen) Bowen. In 1989 she married Leonard Hochstatter, He preceded her in death June 14, 2009. Jacqueline was a housewife and worked at St. John’s Hospital for 10 years.

Jacqueline is survived by her children: Mary (Gary) Basel of Abilene, Kansas; Ambrose (Yvonne) Fish, Lodi, California; Geri (John) Cochran, Willington, Kansas; Brian Fish, Bakersfield, California; Edie (Jason) Olson, Solomon, Kansas and Kary Wagner of the home and her beloved Miffy Kitty. Brothers” Johnny (Michelle) Bowen, Mesa, Arizona; David (Jennifer) Davis Buena Park, California. 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard F. Hochstatter; Parents; Sons: Michael Leon and Randy Lee Todd. Sister, Judy Sickler and brother, Jimmy Bowen.

Funeral services for Jacqueline will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 19, 2020 at Carlson-Becker Funeral Home with Pastor Ever Mudambanuki officiating. Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery. Friends may come by the funeral home anytime from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 18. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Solomon Yoked Perish in care of Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jacqueline Yvonne Hochstatter, 82 of Solomon passed away Friday, June 12, 2020. She was born November 17, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Bernell and Mary (Austen) Bowen. In 1989 she married Leonard Hochstatter, He preceded her in death June 14, 2009. Jacqueline was a housewife and worked at St. John’s Hospital for 10 years. Jacqueline is survived by her children: Mary (Gary) Basel of Abilene, Kansas; Ambrose (Yvonne) Fish, Lodi, California; Geri (John) Cochran, Willington, Kansas; Brian Fish, Bakersfield, California; Edie (Jason) Olson, Solomon, Kansas and Kary Wagner of the home and her beloved Miffy Kitty. Brothers” Johnny (Michelle) Bowen, Mesa, Arizona; David (Jennifer) Davis Buena Park, California. 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard F. Hochstatter; Parents; Sons: Michael Leon and Randy Lee Todd. Sister, Judy Sickler and brother, Jimmy Bowen. Funeral services for Jacqueline will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 19, 2020 at Carlson-Becker Funeral Home with Pastor Ever Mudambanuki officiating. Burial will follow at Prairie Mound Cemetery. Friends may come by the funeral home anytime from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 18. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Solomon Yoked Perish in care of Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jacqueline Yvonne Hochstatter

Peter W Hampton, 91 of Abilene, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Abilene Place.

 He was born March 11, 1929 in Abilene, the son of Dr. Glenn and Mary (Witmer) Hampton. He attended the local schools in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School. He attended Kansas State University until he joined the United States Navy, serving four years from 1950-1954. On February 6, 1951 he was united in marriage to Betty Neher in Abilene. Pete worked for Sterl Brothers Clothing Store, Keel’s Clothing Store, Martin Funeral Home as an ambulance driver, Smith Heating and Air, and returned to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home until he retired.&nbsp; Pete was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. 

Pete is survived by his wife Betty. Son, Paul Hampton (Linda) and daughter, Rebecca Crumpton (Doug). Eight grandchildren: Allyson, Scott, Jordan, Mary, Zack, Marty, Mark and Suzanne. Eight great grandchildren. Niece Terri Hudson and nephew Greg Garten. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son David, sister Louise Garten and niece Connie Walls.

Because of restrictions due to COVID19, a family memorial service for Pete will be held at a later date when Betty is able to attend. Friends may come by the funeral home anytime Monday, June 15, 2020 from 9am until 6pm to sign the register book. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County, the Abilene Public Library or Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Peter W Hampton, 91 of Abilene, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Abilene Place. He was born March 11, 1929 in Abilene, the son of Dr. Glenn and Mary (Witmer) Hampton. He attended the local schools in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School. He attended Kansas State University until he joined the United States Navy, serving four years from 1950-1954. On February 6, 1951 he was united in marriage to Betty Neher in Abilene. Pete worked for Sterl Brothers Clothing Store, Keel’s Clothing Store, Martin Funeral Home as an ambulance driver, Smith Heating and Air, and returned to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home until he retired.&nbsp; Pete was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Pete is survived by his wife Betty. Son, Paul Hampton (Linda) and daughter, Rebecca Crumpton (Doug). Eight grandchildren: Allyson, Scott, Jordan, Mary, Zack, Marty, Mark and Suzanne. Eight great grandchildren. Niece Terri Hudson and nephew Greg Garten. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son David, sister Louise Garten and niece Connie Walls. Because of restrictions due to COVID19, a family memorial service for Pete will be held at a later date when Betty is able to attend. Friends may come by the funeral home anytime Monday, June 15, 2020 from 9am until 6pm to sign the register book. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County, the Abilene Public Library or Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Peter W Hampton

Sherry Andres, age 90, of Manhattan, died on June2, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. She was born on Lower McDowell Creek Road in Geary County, Kansas, the daughter of Roscoe and Velma (Newsome) Matthews. On January 16, 1949 she was united in marriage to Raymond Andres. Sherry was a homemaker and later went to work at Duckwalls, McCall Pattern Company, and also worked at the office for Dr. Wertin at the Alternative Healthcare Chiropractic.

In the early 1980’s she opened Grandma’s Trunk Thrift Shop, with her sister Carol. It was a job she truly loved. She liked nothing better than sorting through stuff, cleaning it up, and getting it ready to be sold. Sherry loved visiting and taking care of all her customers. She was involved with the business for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, her infant daughter Susan Kay, her husband Raymond Andres, her daughter Melody (Judith) Boltz and her brother Wesley Matthews. Survivors include her sister Carol Howard, brother Roger Matthews and his wife Mary, her son Roger Ray Andres; granddaughter Konii Thomas and her husband John, and grandson, Stephen Dalman and his wife Jessica. Also, her 5 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 9:00 until 11:00 Saturday June 20, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Graveside Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday June 20, 2020 at the Alta Vista Cemetery in Alta Vista, Kansas, with the Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested the Shepherd’s Crossing. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sherry Andres, age 90, of Manhattan, died on June2, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan. She was born on Lower McDowell Creek Road in Geary County, Kansas, the daughter of Roscoe and Velma (Newsome) Matthews. On January 16, 1949 she was united in marriage to Raymond Andres. Sherry was a homemaker and later went to work at Duckwalls, McCall Pattern Company, and also worked at the office for Dr. Wertin at the Alternative Healthcare Chiropractic. In the early 1980’s she opened Grandma’s Trunk Thrift Shop, with her sister Carol. It was a job she truly loved. She liked nothing better than sorting through stuff, cleaning it up, and getting it ready to be sold. Sherry loved visiting and taking care of all her customers. She was involved with the business for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, her infant daughter Susan Kay, her husband Raymond Andres, her daughter Melody (Judith) Boltz and her brother Wesley Matthews. Survivors include her sister Carol Howard, brother Roger Matthews and his wife Mary, her son Roger Ray Andres; granddaughter Konii Thomas and her husband John, and grandson, Stephen Dalman and his wife Jessica. Also, her 5 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 9:00 until 11:00 Saturday June 20, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Graveside Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday June 20, 2020 at the Alta Vista Cemetery in Alta Vista, Kansas, with the Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested the Shepherd’s Crossing. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sherry Andres

Marian D. Hopkins, age 91, passed away on June 3, 2020 in Stormont-Vail Health Care in Topeka. She was born on October 18, 1928 to parents Lewis and Viola Prestwood and lived her entire life in the Manhattan area. She graduated from Manhattan High School in 1946 and married her husband Gale "Jack" Hopkins on November 25, 1948. They shared 50 years of marriage until he passed away on March 1, 1999. Marian was a loving mother to two daughters and a homemaker. She and her husband owned and managed the Tuttle Creek Mobile Home Court for many years until retirement. Marian enjoyed reading, painting, square dancing, and golf and distinguished herself as being the first woman to hit a hole-in-one at the Stagg Hill Golf Club. She was a member of the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church. She is survived by daughter Lynn Burkholder of Lederach, Pennsylvania. She has four grandchildren, Ben Broschart of Columbus, OH; Emily Broschart of Harleysville, PA; Leschia McElhaney of Arlington, TX; and Louis McElhaney of Wichita, KS. She has two great-grandchildren, Owen and Eloise Broschart of Columbus, OH. She is also survived by her brother, Galen Prestwood of Manhattan, KS. In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Debra McElhaney in 2017. Friends are invited to join family for a graveside service at Carnahan Creek Cemetery on Saturday, June 13 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Laura Burnett will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marian D. Hopkins, age 91, passed away on June 3, 2020 in Stormont-Vail Health Care in Topeka. She was born on October 18, 1928 to parents Lewis and Viola Prestwood and lived her entire life in the Manhattan area. She graduated from Manhattan High School in 1946 and married her husband Gale "Jack" Hopkins on November 25, 1948. They shared 50 years of marriage until he passed away on March 1, 1999. Marian was a loving mother to two daughters and a homemaker. She and her husband owned and managed the Tuttle Creek Mobile Home Court for many years until retirement. Marian enjoyed reading, painting, square dancing, and golf and distinguished herself as being the first woman to hit a hole-in-one at the Stagg Hill Golf Club. She was a member of the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church. She is survived by daughter Lynn Burkholder of Lederach, Pennsylvania. She has four grandchildren, Ben Broschart of Columbus, OH; Emily Broschart of Harleysville, PA; Leschia McElhaney of Arlington, TX; and Louis McElhaney of Wichita, KS. She has two great-grandchildren, Owen and Eloise Broschart of Columbus, OH. She is also survived by her brother, Galen Prestwood of Manhattan, KS. In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Debra McElhaney in 2017. Friends are invited to join family for a graveside service at Carnahan Creek Cemetery on Saturday, June 13 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Laura Burnett will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marian D. Hopkins

Doyle Glenn Rushing, 84, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene with Pastors Mark Hatcher and Doyle Williams officiating. The cremated remains will be buried at a later date at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Junction City Church of the Nazarene. Doyle was born April 4, 1936 at Booneville, Arkansas the son of Nathan Jasper and Della Isabella (Tackett) Rushing. Doyle served in the United States Army. After serving in the Army, he worked various United States Civil Service jobs at various locations. His main vocation in Junction City was owning and operating Rushing and King Carpet Cleaning Business. He also was an over the road truck driver for some time. On May 5, 1962, he married Sharolyn (Sharri) Marie Stevens in Junction City, Kansas. Survivors include his wife Sharolyn (Sharri) of the home in Junction City; one son, Kevin Rushing and his wife Melinda of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; two daughters, Vanessa Eisermann and her husband James of Junction City, Kansas and Dixie Stewart and her husband Randy of Cashion, Oklahoma; two brothers, Warren Rushing of Booneville, Arkansas and Billy Rushing of Tupman, California; one sister, Pauline Best of Bakersfield, Californina; seven grandchildren, Whittany Eisermann and fiance Anthony, Kendra McPherson and husband Matt, Kyle Eisermann and his wife Brianna, Ethan Stewart and fiance Meghan, Amy Fortune and husband Terry, Ryleigh Rushing and Katelyn Rushing; three great-grandchildren, Aurelia, Acacia and Connor. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Albert Rushing.

Doyle Glenn Rushing, 84, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene with Pastors Mark Hatcher and Doyle Williams officiating. The cremated remains will be buried at a later date at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Junction City Church of the Nazarene. Doyle was born April 4, 1936 at Booneville, Arkansas the son of Nathan Jasper and Della Isabella (Tackett) Rushing. Doyle served in the United States Army. After serving in the Army, he worked various United States Civil Service jobs at various locations. His main vocation in Junction City was owning and operating Rushing and King Carpet Cleaning Business. He also was an over the road truck driver for some time. On May 5, 1962, he married Sharolyn (Sharri) Marie Stevens in Junction City, Kansas. Survivors include his wife Sharolyn (Sharri) of the home in Junction City; one son, Kevin Rushing and his wife Melinda of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; two daughters, Vanessa Eisermann and her husband James of Junction City, Kansas and Dixie Stewart and her husband Randy of Cashion, Oklahoma; two brothers, Warren Rushing of Booneville, Arkansas and Billy Rushing of Tupman, California; one sister, Pauline Best of Bakersfield, Californina; seven grandchildren, Whittany Eisermann and fiance Anthony, Kendra McPherson and husband Matt, Kyle Eisermann and his wife Brianna, Ethan Stewart and fiance Meghan, Amy Fortune and husband Terry, Ryleigh Rushing and Katelyn Rushing; three great-grandchildren, Aurelia, Acacia and Connor. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Albert Rushing.

Doyle Glenn Rushing 

 He was born March 11, 1929 in Abilene, the son of Dr. Glenn and Mary (Witmer) Hampton. He attended the local schools in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School. He attended Kansas State University until he joined the United States Navy, serving four years from 1950-1954. On February 6, 1951 he was united in marriage to Betty Neher in Abilene. Pete worked for Sterl Brothers Clothing Store, Keel’s Clothing Store, Martin Funeral Home as an ambulance driver, Smith Heating and Air, and returned to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home until he retired.&nbsp;&nbsp; Pete was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. 

Because of restrictions due to COVID19, a family memorial service for Pete will be held at a later date when Betty is able to attend. Friends may come by the funeral home anytime Monday, June 15, 2020 from 9 a.m. until 6p.m. to sign the register book.

 The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County, the Abilene Public Library or Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Peter W Hampton, 91 of Abilene, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Abilene Place. He was born March 11, 1929 in Abilene, the son of Dr. Glenn and Mary (Witmer) Hampton. He attended the local schools in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School. He attended Kansas State University until he joined the United States Navy, serving four years from 1950-1954. On February 6, 1951 he was united in marriage to Betty Neher in Abilene. Pete worked for Sterl Brothers Clothing Store, Keel’s Clothing Store, Martin Funeral Home as an ambulance driver, Smith Heating and Air, and returned to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home until he retired.&nbsp;&nbsp; Pete was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Pete is survived by his wife Betty. Son, Paul Hampton (Linda) and daughter, Rebecca Crumpton (Doug). Eight grandchildren: Allyson, Scott, Jordan, Mary, Zack, Marty, Mark and Suzanne. Eight great grandchildren. Niece Terri Hudson and nephew Greg Garten. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son David, sister Louise Garten and niece Connie Walls. Because of restrictions due to COVID19, a family memorial service for Pete will be held at a later date when Betty is able to attend. Friends may come by the funeral home anytime Monday, June 15, 2020 from 9 a.m. until 6p.m. to sign the register book. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County, the Abilene Public Library or Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

To all of those who shared my life who traveled in and out my door. To those who cared for me, helped me to grow, I owe a lot I know. I'm glad you came along. The winds of change are always blowing today they carried me home. I will be waiting for you BYOB -Tom Arrangements are currently pending in the care of the&nbsp;Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home, Manhattan.

To all of those who shared my life who traveled in and out my door. To those who cared for me, helped me to grow, I owe a lot I know. I'm glad you came along. The winds of change are always blowing today they carried me home. I will be waiting for you BYOB -Tom Arrangements are currently pending in the care of the&nbsp;Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home, Manhattan.

Thomas J. Reichert - March 5, 1952 - June 7, 2020

&nbsp;William Lloyd Lillibridge, age 98, of Manhattan, died Saturday June 6, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan. He was born on March 12, 1922 in Waterville, Kansas, the son of Hiram and Agness (Holly) Lillibridge. He grew up on a farm near Waterville. In June of 1942 he was married to Virginia Brown. They had four children: Larry, Diane, Linda and Mike. They later were divorced. William joined the Army during WWII and served from 1942-1945. He went to Boot Camp in Barkley, Texas, he served as a medic in France, Italy, and North Africa. While he was in the Army, he met General Patton and got to shake his hand. He was always very honored and proud to serve his country. After serving in the Army he worked construction and then moved to Kennewick, Washington and worked for the North Pacific Grain Growers. In 1963 he moved back to Kansas and lived in Manhattan until he passed away. William was a member of the VFW, the DAV, and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his daughter Diane Stewart; and also, his siblings: Delina Wickle, Maxine Risen, Lucille Nemachek, Viola Sedlacek, Floyd Lillibridge, and Earl Lillibridge. Survivors include his children, Larry Lillibridge, Linda Daily, and Mike Lillibridge; his sister Eva Flower; and also, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Graveside Services with military honors will be held on Monday June 15, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan, with Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;William Lloyd Lillibridge, age 98, of Manhattan, died Saturday June 6, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan. He was born on March 12, 1922 in Waterville, Kansas, the son of Hiram and Agness (Holly) Lillibridge. He grew up on a farm near Waterville. In June of 1942 he was married to Virginia Brown. They had four children: Larry, Diane, Linda and Mike. They later were divorced. William joined the Army during WWII and served from 1942-1945. He went to Boot Camp in Barkley, Texas, he served as a medic in France, Italy, and North Africa. While he was in the Army, he met General Patton and got to shake his hand. He was always very honored and proud to serve his country. After serving in the Army he worked construction and then moved to Kennewick, Washington and worked for the North Pacific Grain Growers. In 1963 he moved back to Kansas and lived in Manhattan until he passed away. William was a member of the VFW, the DAV, and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his daughter Diane Stewart; and also, his siblings: Delina Wickle, Maxine Risen, Lucille Nemachek, Viola Sedlacek, Floyd Lillibridge, and Earl Lillibridge. Survivors include his children, Larry Lillibridge, Linda Daily, and Mike Lillibridge; his sister Eva Flower; and also, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Graveside Services with military honors will be held on Monday June 15, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan, with Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William Lloyd Lillibridge

Jay Michael Schechter, 72, of Junction City, KS passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Arrangements are currently pending in the care of the&nbsp; Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home, Manhattan.

Jay Michael Schechter, 72, of Junction City, KS passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Arrangements are currently pending in the care of the&nbsp; Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home, Manhattan.

Jay Michael Schechter

Ivan Dean Tompkins, 92, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away Friday, June 5, 2020, at Wroten House in Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community. Ivan was born January 9, 1928, in South Haven, Kansas to Grace Mae (Morris) and Arden D. Tompkins. Ivan was the second oldest of four siblings. Ivan’s love of the outdoors began at a young age. He began fishing in streams, ponds, and rivers in Elk County. He would camp next to the Elk River and set trout lines and catch catfish, and once in awhile bass.&nbsp; Ivan also hunted quail his entire life. On the farm in S.E. Kansas, the quail were thick. November 10 was the first day of hunting season and some years he would have his 10 quail limit by noon. For years, Ivan, Dorothy, and their kids would return to the farm for a Tompkins family Thanksgiving and to hunt quail. As a teenager, Ivan was influenced by Howard Myers, the county extension agriculture agent in Elk County. Myers encouraged Ivan to enlist in the army and use the GI bill to attend college at Oklahoma A&amp;M. Ivan joined the Army In 1946 and was stationed at Fort Lewis in Seattle Washington and was discharged in 1948. Using the GI bill, he attended Oklahoma A&amp;M majoring in Animal Husbandry, and became a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. In 1951 Ivan took a meat judging course and made the meat judging team. The team participated in the International Livestock Exposition in Chicago. At the Exposition, Ivan was awarded high individual in beef judging by the National Livestock &amp; Meat Board. Ivan graduated from Oklahoma A&amp;M in January 1952 and was hired by Wilson Packing Company as a hog buyer in Oklahoma City. While attending Oklahoma A &amp; M, in the organic chemistry lab, Ivan met the love of his life, Dorothy Ann Groneman and they married on Aug. 23, 1953. Ivan and Dorothy were blessed with three children; Paula, Diane, and Bill. Ivan was transferred from Oklahoma City to Joplin, MO, La Belle, MO, and finally Kansas City with Wilson Packing Company. Of all the places Ivan lived in his adult life, he said he enjoyed living in Joplin the most because he was able to go fishing in the afternoons after work. While in Joplin, he began fishing Grand Lake with DC Rook who lived in Carthage and owned the trucking company that hauled hogs. Once in La Belle, Ivan started night fishing in a river north of town and ponds and rivers for catfish. Also in LaBelle, Ivan was on the city council, was the United Way Campaign Chairman, and Mayor. Ivan left Wilson Packing Company in Kansas City after a disagreement over the quality of hogs being purchased. He made a career change and became a salesman. He sold real estate for Rex Andrews, Paul Hamilton, and, finally, Mary Overfelt Realty. Ivan liked driving the Lincoln Town Car for Overfelt Realty. When the real estate market dried up, Ivan sold fishing tackle at Barneys. When Barneys announced it was closing, Ivan unsuccessfully tried to purchase the business. He instead went to work at J&amp;J Bass Pro Shop with Jim and Jerry Schroer. Ivan began going on a yearly fishing trip in October with Jim to Sheboygan Wisconsin. They would fish from the pier where the Sheboygan River came into Lake Michigan. Son Bill would go too sometimes. They would drive Friday all night, fish Saturday and Sunday, and drive back Sunday night. Ivan retired from J&amp;J’s in January of 1995. As a retirement gift to each other, Ivan and Dorothy went to Alaska in August where they fished and saw the sights. While living in Overland Park, Ivan bought a boat and fished in Clinton, Hillsdale, and Perry lakes around Kansas City. He would also fish Tuttle Creek sometimes. Ivan called Cass Lake in Minnesota a fisherman’s lake and enjoyed going there when visiting daughter Paula and family. Ivan also fished for salmon in the Pacific Ocean in Seattle while visiting Dorothy’s sister Judy, in El Salvador visiting granddaughter Eileen and in Lake Michigan visiting daughter Diane. Ivan was a member of the Manhattan Fishing Club. Ivan began hunting deer in 1989 at the farm in Elk County. He would carry a 5-gallon bucket filled with his lunch and use the bucket to sit on waiting for the deer. He liked to tell a story about 3 deer coming out of the creek bottom and he shot all 3. He would always have 5 deer tags but the most he ever brought back was 4. Once daughter Diane met her husband Keith, Ivan started hunting pheasant in Riley County. Ivan collected coins his entire life and in his early married life photography was a hobby. He owned a Russell camera, a Yashica with 127 roll film, and then a 35 mm camera where he shot many home movies. Ivan and Dorothy were members at Countryside Christian Church in Mission Kansas during their life in Overland Park, Ks. Ivan was an elder and served on the church board. In Manhattan, they were members of First Presbyterian Church. After retirement, Dorothy and Ivan worked estate sales in the Kansas City area and took bus tours around the US. After living 50 years in Overland Park, they moved to Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Ks. in 2013. Ivan and Dorothy loved Meadowlark Hills. Ivan planted in the community garden, played and called bingo with Dorothy, planned Eastside dinners and enjoyed drinking coffee with friends. Ivan took care of Dorothy for many years until her dementia required more care and she moved to nursing care. Ivan was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, his parents and brothers Arlys and Harold. He is survived by two daughters, Paula Sue (Ed Lalor) Tompkins St. Cloud, Minnesota, Diane (Keith) Heikes of Middleton, WI; and a son, Bill Tompkins, of Wamego, KS. &nbsp;Also surviving is a sister Mary Ann Dean of Ft Worth, Tx., 5 grandchildren Eileen (Matt) McElrath, Andrew (Peiying) Heikes, Amy (Aric) Hageman, Margaret Lalor and Abbey Heikes; and 5 great-grandchildren Cormac McElrath, Alan Hageman, Adelaide McElrath, Austin Hageman, and Maeve McElrath.&nbsp; Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, burial will be in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery with a private family service. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Meadowlark Good Samaritan Fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ivan Dean Tompkins, 92, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away Friday, June 5, 2020, at Wroten House in Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community. Ivan was born January 9, 1928, in South Haven, Kansas to Grace Mae (Morris) and Arden D. Tompkins. Ivan was the second oldest of four siblings. Ivan’s love of the outdoors began at a young age. He began fishing in streams, ponds, and rivers in Elk County. He would camp next to the Elk River and set trout lines and catch catfish, and once in awhile bass.&nbsp; Ivan also hunted quail his entire life. On the farm in S.E. Kansas, the quail were thick. November 10 was the first day of hunting season and some years he would have his 10 quail limit by noon. For years, Ivan, Dorothy, and their kids would return to the farm for a Tompkins family Thanksgiving and to hunt quail. As a teenager, Ivan was influenced by Howard Myers, the county extension agriculture agent in Elk County. Myers encouraged Ivan to enlist in the army and use the GI bill to attend college at Oklahoma A&amp;M. Ivan joined the Army In 1946 and was stationed at Fort Lewis in Seattle Washington and was discharged in 1948. Using the GI bill, he attended Oklahoma A&amp;M majoring in Animal Husbandry, and became a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. In 1951 Ivan took a meat judging course and made the meat judging team. The team participated in the International Livestock Exposition in Chicago. At the Exposition, Ivan was awarded high individual in beef judging by the National Livestock &amp; Meat Board. Ivan graduated from Oklahoma A&amp;M in January 1952 and was hired by Wilson Packing Company as a hog buyer in Oklahoma City. While attending Oklahoma A &amp; M, in the organic chemistry lab, Ivan met the love of his life, Dorothy Ann Groneman and they married on Aug. 23, 1953. Ivan and Dorothy were blessed with three children; Paula, Diane, and Bill. Ivan was transferred from Oklahoma City to Joplin, MO, La Belle, MO, and finally Kansas City with Wilson Packing Company. Of all the places Ivan lived in his adult life, he said he enjoyed living in Joplin the most because he was able to go fishing in the afternoons after work. While in Joplin, he began fishing Grand Lake with DC Rook who lived in Carthage and owned the trucking company that hauled hogs. Once in La Belle, Ivan started night fishing in a river north of town and ponds and rivers for catfish. Also in LaBelle, Ivan was on the city council, was the United Way Campaign Chairman, and Mayor. Ivan left Wilson Packing Company in Kansas City after a disagreement over the quality of hogs being purchased. He made a career change and became a salesman. He sold real estate for Rex Andrews, Paul Hamilton, and, finally, Mary Overfelt Realty. Ivan liked driving the Lincoln Town Car for Overfelt Realty. When the real estate market dried up, Ivan sold fishing tackle at Barneys. When Barneys announced it was closing, Ivan unsuccessfully tried to purchase the business. He instead went to work at J&amp;J Bass Pro Shop with Jim and Jerry Schroer. Ivan began going on a yearly fishing trip in October with Jim to Sheboygan Wisconsin. They would fish from the pier where the Sheboygan River came into Lake Michigan. Son Bill would go too sometimes. They would drive Friday all night, fish Saturday and Sunday, and drive back Sunday night. Ivan retired from J&amp;J’s in January of 1995. As a retirement gift to each other, Ivan and Dorothy went to Alaska in August where they fished and saw the sights. While living in Overland Park, Ivan bought a boat and fished in Clinton, Hillsdale, and Perry lakes around Kansas City. He would also fish Tuttle Creek sometimes. Ivan called Cass Lake in Minnesota a fisherman’s lake and enjoyed going there when visiting daughter Paula and family. Ivan also fished for salmon in the Pacific Ocean in Seattle while visiting Dorothy’s sister Judy, in El Salvador visiting granddaughter Eileen and in Lake Michigan visiting daughter Diane. Ivan was a member of the Manhattan Fishing Club. Ivan began hunting deer in 1989 at the farm in Elk County. He would carry a 5-gallon bucket filled with his lunch and use the bucket to sit on waiting for the deer. He liked to tell a story about 3 deer coming out of the creek bottom and he shot all 3. He would always have 5 deer tags but the most he ever brought back was 4. Once daughter Diane met her husband Keith, Ivan started hunting pheasant in Riley County. Ivan collected coins his entire life and in his early married life photography was a hobby. He owned a Russell camera, a Yashica with 127 roll film, and then a 35 mm camera where he shot many home movies. Ivan and Dorothy were members at Countryside Christian Church in Mission Kansas during their life in Overland Park, Ks. Ivan was an elder and served on the church board. In Manhattan, they were members of First Presbyterian Church. After retirement, Dorothy and Ivan worked estate sales in the Kansas City area and took bus tours around the US. After living 50 years in Overland Park, they moved to Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Ks. in 2013. Ivan and Dorothy loved Meadowlark Hills. Ivan planted in the community garden, played and called bingo with Dorothy, planned Eastside dinners and enjoyed drinking coffee with friends. Ivan took care of Dorothy for many years until her dementia required more care and she moved to nursing care. Ivan was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, his parents and brothers Arlys and Harold. He is survived by two daughters, Paula Sue (Ed Lalor) Tompkins St. Cloud, Minnesota, Diane (Keith) Heikes of Middleton, WI; and a son, Bill Tompkins, of Wamego, KS. &nbsp;Also surviving is a sister Mary Ann Dean of Ft Worth, Tx., 5 grandchildren Eileen (Matt) McElrath, Andrew (Peiying) Heikes, Amy (Aric) Hageman, Margaret Lalor and Abbey Heikes; and 5 great-grandchildren Cormac McElrath, Alan Hageman, Adelaide McElrath, Austin Hageman, and Maeve McElrath.&nbsp; Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, burial will be in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery with a private family service. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Meadowlark Good Samaritan Fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ivan Dean Tompkins

Philip Stanley Byarlay, age 88, formerly of Randolph, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.

He was born on April 6, 1932 in Bala, the son of Alfred V. and Lillie (Dettmer) Byarlay.  He graduated from Randolph High School.  Following graduation, he served in the U.S. Air Force.

On May 25, 1953 at the St. John Lutheran Church in Winkler, he was married to Barbara Leeann Hagenmaier.  She preceded him in death on December 22, 2016.

Philip was a farmer and loved what he did.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and collecting pocket knives.  He was a member of the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.

He is survived by four sons, Stephan Byarlay and wife Angela of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Doug Byarlay and wife Jennifer of Randolph, Paul Byarlay and wife Glynda of Olsburg and Kirk Byarlay and wife Sharon of Solomon; one daughter, Karen Carter and husband Barry of Springfield, Missouri; one sister, Janice Harshman of Fruita, Colorado; ten grandchildren, Hollie Kirkwood (Michael, Colby Byarlay (Sarah, Ariel Divilbiss (Whit, Eric Byarlay, Jessica Campbell (Kip, Jacob Byarlay, Tanya Byarlay, Justin Byarlay, Matthew Boeckman (Ashley) and Erin Boeckman and seven great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Barbara Byarlay, he was preceded in death by one son, Brett Byarlay; three brothers, Hal Byarlay, Lowell Byarlay and Starr Byarlay and one sister, Verna Beebe.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Graveside funeral services with Military Honors will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the Mayday Cemetery, northwest of Randolph with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.

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

Philip Stanley Byarlay, age 88, formerly of Randolph, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.He was born on April 6, 1932 in Bala, the son of Alfred V. and Lillie (Dettmer) Byarlay. He graduated from Randolph High School. Following graduation, he served in the U.S. Air Force.On May 25, 1953 at the St. John Lutheran Church in Winkler, he was married to Barbara Leeann Hagenmaier. She preceded him in death on December 22, 2016.Philip was a farmer and loved what he did. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and collecting pocket knives. He was a member of the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.He is survived by four sons, Stephan Byarlay and wife Angela of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Doug Byarlay and wife Jennifer of Randolph, Paul Byarlay and wife Glynda of Olsburg and Kirk Byarlay and wife Sharon of Solomon; one daughter, Karen Carter and husband Barry of Springfield, Missouri; one sister, Janice Harshman of Fruita, Colorado; ten grandchildren, Hollie Kirkwood (Michael, Colby Byarlay (Sarah, Ariel Divilbiss (Whit, Eric Byarlay, Jessica Campbell (Kip, Jacob Byarlay, Tanya Byarlay, Justin Byarlay, Matthew Boeckman (Ashley) and Erin Boeckman and seven great grandchildren.In addition to his wife, Barbara Byarlay, he was preceded in death by one son, Brett Byarlay; three brothers, Hal Byarlay, Lowell Byarlay and Starr Byarlay and one sister, Verna Beebe.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Graveside funeral services with Military Honors will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the Mayday Cemetery, northwest of Randolph with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Mayday Cemetery. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Philip Stanley Byarlay

Deloris A. “Dee” Dawson, 83 of Abilene passed away Monday, June 8th, 2020, at the Enterprise Estates Nursing Home in Enterprise.

She was born in Spencer, Iowa on June 29th, 1936, to Roy Meredith and Evelyn Walstrom Meredith. After living in Iowa, Florida and California, she moved to Abilene, Kansas, with her father and stepmother. She graduated from Abilene High School in May of 1954. On June 20th, 1954, she was united in marriage to James R. “Jim” Dawson in Abilene, Kansas. Dee loved to travel the United States with her husband, Jim. He preceded her in death September 17th, 2012.

Dee worked for the United Telephone Company for 27 ½ years and later worked at Memorial Hospital in Abilene for 7 ½ years before retiring. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness in Abilene.

Dee is survived by her daughter, Jill Anderes (Mark) of Hope. Granddaughters, Sarah Craig (Nick) and Kaytee Anderes. Two brothers, Rick Meredith (Cheryl) and David Meredith, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Roy Meredith and Evelyn Walstom Hennings, loving husband, Jim, stepmother, Doris and a sister, Sharon.

Dee has chosen cremation. Friends are invited to sign the guest book at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home from 9am-8pm on Friday, June 12th, 2020. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date at the Abilene City Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deloris A. “Dee” Dawson, 83 of Abilene passed away Monday, June 8th, 2020, at the Enterprise Estates Nursing Home in Enterprise. She was born in Spencer, Iowa on June 29th, 1936, to Roy Meredith and Evelyn Walstrom Meredith. After living in Iowa, Florida and California, she moved to Abilene, Kansas, with her father and stepmother. She graduated from Abilene High School in May of 1954. On June 20th, 1954, she was united in marriage to James R. “Jim” Dawson in Abilene, Kansas. Dee loved to travel the United States with her husband, Jim. He preceded her in death September 17th, 2012. Dee worked for the United Telephone Company for 27 ½ years and later worked at Memorial Hospital in Abilene for 7 ½ years before retiring. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness in Abilene. Dee is survived by her daughter, Jill Anderes (Mark) of Hope. Granddaughters, Sarah Craig (Nick) and Kaytee Anderes. Two brothers, Rick Meredith (Cheryl) and David Meredith, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Roy Meredith and Evelyn Walstom Hennings, loving husband, Jim, stepmother, Doris and a sister, Sharon. Dee has chosen cremation. Friends are invited to sign the guest book at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home from 9am-8pm on Friday, June 12th, 2020. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date at the Abilene City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County or to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deloris A. “Dee” Dawson

Amy Jo Carlson,&nbsp;48, died June 6, 2020, in Wamego, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family, after a 10-year battle with brain cancer.

Amy Jo was born November 24, 1971, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Nolan and Lorena (Ruda) Carlson.

She attended Wamego schools and continued her education at Kansas State University and Emporia State. &nbsp;Amy Jo participated in a variety of sports, but volleyball was her passion. &nbsp;As setter, she led Wamego High School to its first-ever State Volleyball Championship title in 1989, which earned her and her team a place in the Wamego Red Raider hall of fame. &nbsp;An article published in 1989 stated that at the time she was “the best setter in NCKL history.” &nbsp;She went on to play collegiate volleyball at K-State and Emporia State, where she earned her B.S. in Biology and Secondary Education and a Master’s Degree in Counseling.

Thereafter, she coached at Baker University in Baldwin; Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri, where she was named Conference Coach of the Year; and St. Theresa’s Academy in Kansas City, Missouri, where she also taught biology and human anatomy for 12 years. &nbsp;She was also heavily involved in the Club Volleyball organization, taking several teams to Nationals.

Exploring the world was another of Amy Jo’s passions. &nbsp;Her travel experiences were made up of several countries in Africa, including Tanzania, Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia; Cuba; and various areas of Ecuador, such as the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon, and Machu Picchu. &nbsp;One of her greatest adventures was climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. &nbsp;While on her excursions, she captured photographs of the natives, the wildlife, and collected regional artwork.

Amy Jo absolutely loved playing board games, and when friends and family gathered, she’d always have a new game to introduce. She could deal a game of blackjack like no other, and made every experience so much fun. &nbsp;She had the best smile and could light up any room. And her ability to tell stories and make people laugh were just a few of her endearing traits.

Amy Jo lived a simple, yet full life. &nbsp;She didn’t collect “stuff,” she collected experiences and memories. &nbsp;Her goal in life was to make a positive difference in the lives of everyone she touched; and that, she did. &nbsp;Amy Jo was as humble as one comes. &nbsp;And it was though the outpouring of love and the stories shared by her friends and former athletes that her family learned the magnitude of how many lives she impacted. &nbsp;

Amy Jo was preceded in death by her grandparents, Tyrus and Lola Carlson, and Frank and Margaret Ruda.

In addition to her parents, Amy Jo is survived by her sister, Kelly Linnemann (Rick, Manhattan, KS; her brother Jason Carlson, Wamego; her sister Aaron Hanson (Timothy, Waukee, IA; nephews Zachary Nehring, Nathanial Nehring and Carter Hanson; nieces Chelsey McGhee and Payton Hanson; great-nephew Henry McGhee; and a multitude of friends.

The family and her closest friends will gather for a private ceremony. &nbsp;A public Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. &nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the Amy Jo Carlson Memorial Volleyball Scholarship Fund and mailed to Kaw Valley State Bank at 1015 Kaw Valley Park Circle, Wamego, Kansas 66547 or they may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;

Amy Jo Carlson,&nbsp;48, died June 6, 2020, in Wamego, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family, after a 10-year battle with brain cancer.Amy Jo was born November 24, 1971, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Nolan and Lorena (Ruda) Carlson.She attended Wamego schools and continued her education at Kansas State University and Emporia State. &nbsp;Amy Jo participated in a variety of sports, but volleyball was her passion. &nbsp;As setter, she led Wamego High School to its first-ever State Volleyball Championship title in 1989, which earned her and her team a place in the Wamego Red Raider hall of fame. &nbsp;An article published in 1989 stated that at the time she was “the best setter in NCKL history.” &nbsp;She went on to play collegiate volleyball at K-State and Emporia State, where she earned her B.S. in Biology and Secondary Education and a Master’s Degree in Counseling.Thereafter, she coached at Baker University in Baldwin; Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri, where she was named Conference Coach of the Year; and St. Theresa’s Academy in Kansas City, Missouri, where she also taught biology and human anatomy for 12 years. &nbsp;She was also heavily involved in the Club Volleyball organization, taking several teams to Nationals.Exploring the world was another of Amy Jo’s passions. &nbsp;Her travel experiences were made up of several countries in Africa, including Tanzania, Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia; Cuba; and various areas of Ecuador, such as the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon, and Machu Picchu. &nbsp;One of her greatest adventures was climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. &nbsp;While on her excursions, she captured photographs of the natives, the wildlife, and collected regional artwork.Amy Jo absolutely loved playing board games, and when friends and family gathered, she’d always have a new game to introduce. She could deal a game of blackjack like no other, and made every experience so much fun. &nbsp;She had the best smile and could light up any room. And her ability to tell stories and make people laugh were just a few of her endearing traits.Amy Jo lived a simple, yet full life. &nbsp;She didn’t collect “stuff,” she collected experiences and memories. &nbsp;Her goal in life was to make a positive difference in the lives of everyone she touched; and that, she did. &nbsp;Amy Jo was as humble as one comes. &nbsp;And it was though the outpouring of love and the stories shared by her friends and former athletes that her family learned the magnitude of how many lives she impacted. &nbsp;Amy Jo was preceded in death by her grandparents, Tyrus and Lola Carlson, and Frank and Margaret Ruda.In addition to her parents, Amy Jo is survived by her sister, Kelly Linnemann (Rick, Manhattan, KS; her brother Jason Carlson, Wamego; her sister Aaron Hanson (Timothy, Waukee, IA; nephews Zachary Nehring, Nathanial Nehring and Carter Hanson; nieces Chelsey McGhee and Payton Hanson; great-nephew Henry McGhee; and a multitude of friends.The family and her closest friends will gather for a private ceremony. &nbsp;A public Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. &nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the Amy Jo Carlson Memorial Volleyball Scholarship Fund and mailed to Kaw Valley State Bank at 1015 Kaw Valley Park Circle, Wamego, Kansas 66547 or they may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;

Amy Jo Carlson

Reverend Timothy Wayne Banks, 64, of Grandview Plaza, KS, formerly of Springfield, MO, passed away on June 2, 2020. A memorial service will be held on August 7th at 6:00pm, at Hillside Baptist Church, Springfield, Mo. with John Bingham and Cecil Tolbert officiating. Memorials are suggested to the van ministry of Hillside Baptist Church, 8383 W State Hwy 266, Springfield, MO. 65803. Timothy was born on June 14, 1955, in Topeka, Kansas to Wayne and Frances (Diehl) Banks. He graduated from Shawnee Height High School in 1973. On August 11, 1975 he married Deborah Rowe in Dallas, Texas. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Theology at Baptist Bible College in Springfield MO. He was ordained into the Gospel ministry in 1980 and was called as pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church in Emory Texas the same year. Later, he was called as pastor of the Meriden Baptist Church in Meriden, Kansas. In 1994, he moved his family to Springfield, Missouri where he served in numerous capacities at Hillside Baptist Church for the next 23 years. He also worked full time at Cox Hospital as a medical technician during that time. Timothy enjoyed treasure hunting in antique stores and garage sales. He was always searching for unique ways to present the Gospel. His call to the ministry was his most valued calling, followed closely by being “Poppy”. Timothy is survived by: his wife, Deborah; his son, Nathan (Ashley) Banks of Meriden, KS; his three daughters, Genevieve (Marlin) Kroenke of Springfield, MO, Kimberly (Gary) Tolbert of Springfield, MO, and Kristi (Silas) Keim of Grandview Plaza, KS; his brother, Randy Banks of Topeka, KS; his sister, Kathy (David) Kroenke of Tecumseh, KS; his 12 grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Timothy Ray Banks, an unborn child, his sister, Terry Zeller, and one great grandchild.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Reverend Timothy Wayne Banks, 64, of Grandview Plaza, KS, formerly of Springfield, MO, passed away on June 2, 2020. A memorial service will be held on August 7th at 6:00pm, at Hillside Baptist Church, Springfield, Mo. with John Bingham and Cecil Tolbert officiating. Memorials are suggested to the van ministry of Hillside Baptist Church, 8383 W State Hwy 266, Springfield, MO. 65803. Timothy was born on June 14, 1955, in Topeka, Kansas to Wayne and Frances (Diehl) Banks. He graduated from Shawnee Height High School in 1973. On August 11, 1975 he married Deborah Rowe in Dallas, Texas. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Theology at Baptist Bible College in Springfield MO. He was ordained into the Gospel ministry in 1980 and was called as pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church in Emory Texas the same year. Later, he was called as pastor of the Meriden Baptist Church in Meriden, Kansas. In 1994, he moved his family to Springfield, Missouri where he served in numerous capacities at Hillside Baptist Church for the next 23 years. He also worked full time at Cox Hospital as a medical technician during that time. Timothy enjoyed treasure hunting in antique stores and garage sales. He was always searching for unique ways to present the Gospel. His call to the ministry was his most valued calling, followed closely by being “Poppy”. Timothy is survived by: his wife, Deborah; his son, Nathan (Ashley) Banks of Meriden, KS; his three daughters, Genevieve (Marlin) Kroenke of Springfield, MO, Kimberly (Gary) Tolbert of Springfield, MO, and Kristi (Silas) Keim of Grandview Plaza, KS; his brother, Randy Banks of Topeka, KS; his sister, Kathy (David) Kroenke of Tecumseh, KS; his 12 grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Timothy Ray Banks, an unborn child, his sister, Terry Zeller, and one great grandchild.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Reverend Timothy Wayne Banks

Maxine Marie Marker, age 60 of Wamego, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Society.



She was born on April 24, 1960 at the Landstuhl Army Base in Germany, the daughter of Lonnie Max and Carol Marlene (Eaton) Matthews.

Maxine worked at the Leonardville Nursing Home for 33 years, starting as a CNA, working her way up to activities director and then in social services.  She enjoyed her dogs, making jewelry, collecting miniatures and smiley faces.  She was a great friend and would lend a hand to anyone.



She is survived by one daughter, Miranda Parker and husband Hank of Louisville; one son, J.D. Marker and husband Scott of Junction City; three brothers, Lonnie Matthews and wife Marjorie of Phoenix, Arizona, Robert Matthews of Topeka and Billy Matthews and wife Debbie of Wichita; three sisters, Waneta Parshall of Wamego, Heather Bergstrom and husband Kevin of Wamego and Debbie McDonald and husband Tony of Riley; seven grandchildren, Alex, Bella, Colton, Michaela, Anthony, Blake and Ravin; two great grandchildren, Sarah and Dom and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Carolyne Canela; her step dad, Ronald Murdock and her step mom, Patricia Murdock.

Cremation is planned with inurnment in the Riley Cemetery on July 18, 2020. The time will be announced by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home when the date gets closer.&nbsp;

Maxine Marie Marker, age 60 of Wamego, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Society.

She was born on April 24, 1960 at the Landstuhl Army Base in Germany, the daughter of Lonnie Max and Carol Marlene (Eaton) Matthews.

Maxine worked at the Leonardville Nursing Home for 33 years, starting as a CNA, working her way up to activities director and then in social services. She enjoyed her dogs, making jewelry, collecting miniatures and smiley faces. She was a great friend and would lend a hand to anyone.

She is survived by one daughter, Miranda Parker and husband Hank of Louisville; one son, J.D. Marker and husband Scott of Junction City; three brothers, Lonnie Matthews and wife Marjorie of Phoenix, Arizona, Robert Matthews of Topeka and Billy Matthews and wife Debbie of Wichita; three sisters, Waneta Parshall of Wamego, Heather Bergstrom and husband Kevin of Wamego and Debbie McDonald and husband Tony of Riley; seven grandchildren, Alex, Bella, Colton, Michaela, Anthony, Blake and Ravin; two great grandchildren, Sarah and Dom and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Carolyne Canela; her step dad, Ronald Murdock and her step mom, Patricia Murdock.

Cremation is planned with inurnment in the Riley Cemetery on July 18, 2020. The time will be announced by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home when the date gets closer.&nbsp;

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