Shirley’s life began on June 26, 1941, the daughter of Roy and Letha (Helms) Doyle in Lamar, Missouri. She married Victor LeRoy Dies and Royce “Marty” Mobley. They both preceded her in death. Shirley attended Friendship Baptist Church, was a homemaker and an Elvis fan.

Her loving family includes her Son, Victor Dies (Donna) of Elizabeth, North Carolina; Daughters, Debra Westerberg (Larry) of Haysville, Kansas, Marla Dexter (Kevin) of Salina, Kansas; four Grandchildren, Emmanuel Dies, Holly Gad, Chris Westerberg and Megan Dies; six Great-Grandchildren, Mariah, Elijah, Nayib and Amenah Gad, Aiden and Abbey Westerberg.

She was preceded in death by her Parents; two Spouses; Brothers: &nbsp;Roy, Larry and Danny Doyle; Sisters: Betty Doyle, Mary Kay Gammil, Sharon Sjogren and Grandson: Jessie Bayless. Shirley passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2020, at the age of 78 years old.

Her family will gather to celebrate her life at the Whitewater Cemetery on Monday, June 8, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ray Melugin officiating.

Shirley’s life began on June 26, 1941, the daughter of Roy and Letha (Helms) Doyle in Lamar, Missouri. She married Victor LeRoy Dies and Royce “Marty” Mobley. They both preceded her in death. Shirley attended Friendship Baptist Church, was a homemaker and an Elvis fan.Her loving family includes her Son, Victor Dies (Donna) of Elizabeth, North Carolina; Daughters, Debra Westerberg (Larry) of Haysville, Kansas, Marla Dexter (Kevin) of Salina, Kansas; four Grandchildren, Emmanuel Dies, Holly Gad, Chris Westerberg and Megan Dies; six Great-Grandchildren, Mariah, Elijah, Nayib and Amenah Gad, Aiden and Abbey Westerberg.She was preceded in death by her Parents; two Spouses; Brothers: &nbsp;Roy, Larry and Danny Doyle; Sisters: Betty Doyle, Mary Kay Gammil, Sharon Sjogren and Grandson: Jessie Bayless. Shirley passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2020, at the age of 78 years old.Her family will gather to celebrate her life at the Whitewater Cemetery on Monday, June 8, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ray Melugin officiating.

Shirley Ann Probis - June 26, 1941-May 24, 2020 (age 78)

God called Leo Edward Hultgren to his heavenly home on May 23, 2020 at the age of 87 years old. Leo was born to George and Lillian (Pearson) Hultgren on January 8th 1933. He spent all but 7 years of his life in rural White City. Leo attended one room schools at Kitchen and Highland prior to graduating from White City High School in 1951. He enlisted in the Navy in 1952 and served on the USS Bryce Canyon destroyer tender until his discharge in 1956. He enjoyed his time in the Navy and developed lifelong friendships.

After returning from the Navy Leo attended college at K-State and found college wasn't for him.&nbsp; He went to work at Boeing in Wichita and worked there until 1959. During his time in Wichita he met the love of his life, Nellie Ball, on a blind date. He and Nellie married in Wichita on February 21, 1959.&nbsp; Leo brought his bride back to the farm life and they made their first home 3 ½ miles south of White City. Leo joined his father farming and milking on the Grade A dairy until 1966 when his parents retired, built a home in town and moved to White City. Leo and Nellie moved the family to the home place and took over the farming and the dairy operation.&nbsp;

Leo belonged to the Teddy L Wilde #299 American Legion Post and the White City United Methodist Church. He coached baseball and helped organize the baseball association. Many patrons enjoyed breakfast cooked by Leo at the American Legion which he did for over 15 years.&nbsp; He continued this activity until he began experiencing issues with his health. Leo served on the administrative council at the church and was in charge of the men's annual breakfast for 20 years. He also served various terms on the Morris County FSA Board.

Leo was incredibly proud of every member of his family and nothing gave him more joy than having them home. Meals always began with the entire family gathered, hand in hand, while he gave thanks for all blessings.

As a lifetime farmer Leo continued to do what he loved all his life. He enjoyed sharing produce from the garden and he loved mowing. One of the most recent accomplishments was the creation of Lucky 7 Park. A small clearing in the timber where family members worked to remove trees and brush. Grass was planted and small walnut trees were nurtured. The family agreed the park would be called Lucky 7 after the 7 children. Leo was so very proud of the Lucky 7 Park and invited all to enjoy it. The annual community hog roast held at the park to bring the local and surrounding communities together for fellowship was already being planned and Leo recently set the date for 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leo was preceded in death by his parents, George and Lillian Hultgren, one brother Eugene and 2 sisters Edna Mae Joy and Doris Roberts. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Nellie, and 7 children, Sheila Rae (Jeff) Burns, Wayne Edward (Christy, Teresa Marie (Robin) Champlin, Kevin Allen (Marlo, Gaylene Ann Clayton, Connie Sue (Ryan) McDaniel, Brice Lee (Nancy, 13 grandchildren, Jessica Anderson, Kristen (Bryson) Wheeler, Sarah (Aaron) Powell, Brian Hultgren, Derek (Lacey) Champlin, Dana (Derek) Sandmann, Kara (Hans) Burken, Paige (Ryan) Mortimer, Erin Hultgren, Kyle Hultgren, Zachary Schultze, Marissa Schultze, Chole (Rylee) McDaniel. 17 great grandchildren, Miah, Riyan, Taygen, Haeley, Ashlynn, Carter, Ethan, Gage,Taya, Hayden, Chase, Hayes, Jensen, Halley, Wyatt, Scout and Karsyn.

Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church White City/Breezeway Project in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove KS 66846

Celebration of Life to be scheduled at a later date.

God called Leo Edward Hultgren to his heavenly home on May 23, 2020 at the age of 87 years old. Leo was born to George and Lillian (Pearson) Hultgren on January 8th 1933. He spent all but 7 years of his life in rural White City. Leo attended one room schools at Kitchen and Highland prior to graduating from White City High School in 1951. He enlisted in the Navy in 1952 and served on the USS Bryce Canyon destroyer tender until his discharge in 1956. He enjoyed his time in the Navy and developed lifelong friendships.After returning from the Navy Leo attended college at K-State and found college wasn't for him.&nbsp; He went to work at Boeing in Wichita and worked there until 1959. During his time in Wichita he met the love of his life, Nellie Ball, on a blind date. He and Nellie married in Wichita on February 21, 1959.&nbsp; Leo brought his bride back to the farm life and they made their first home 3 ½ miles south of White City. Leo joined his father farming and milking on the Grade A dairy until 1966 when his parents retired, built a home in town and moved to White City. Leo and Nellie moved the family to the home place and took over the farming and the dairy operation.&nbsp;Leo belonged to the Teddy L Wilde #299 American Legion Post and the White City United Methodist Church. He coached baseball and helped organize the baseball association. Many patrons enjoyed breakfast cooked by Leo at the American Legion which he did for over 15 years.&nbsp; He continued this activity until he began experiencing issues with his health. Leo served on the administrative council at the church and was in charge of the men's annual breakfast for 20 years. He also served various terms on the Morris County FSA Board.Leo was incredibly proud of every member of his family and nothing gave him more joy than having them home. Meals always began with the entire family gathered, hand in hand, while he gave thanks for all blessings.As a lifetime farmer Leo continued to do what he loved all his life. He enjoyed sharing produce from the garden and he loved mowing. One of the most recent accomplishments was the creation of Lucky 7 Park. A small clearing in the timber where family members worked to remove trees and brush. Grass was planted and small walnut trees were nurtured. The family agreed the park would be called Lucky 7 after the 7 children. Leo was so very proud of the Lucky 7 Park and invited all to enjoy it. The annual community hog roast held at the park to bring the local and surrounding communities together for fellowship was already being planned and Leo recently set the date for 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;Leo was preceded in death by his parents, George and Lillian Hultgren, one brother Eugene and 2 sisters Edna Mae Joy and Doris Roberts. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Nellie, and 7 children, Sheila Rae (Jeff) Burns, Wayne Edward (Christy, Teresa Marie (Robin) Champlin, Kevin Allen (Marlo, Gaylene Ann Clayton, Connie Sue (Ryan) McDaniel, Brice Lee (Nancy, 13 grandchildren, Jessica Anderson, Kristen (Bryson) Wheeler, Sarah (Aaron) Powell, Brian Hultgren, Derek (Lacey) Champlin, Dana (Derek) Sandmann, Kara (Hans) Burken, Paige (Ryan) Mortimer, Erin Hultgren, Kyle Hultgren, Zachary Schultze, Marissa Schultze, Chole (Rylee) McDaniel. 17 great grandchildren, Miah, Riyan, Taygen, Haeley, Ashlynn, Carter, Ethan, Gage,Taya, Hayden, Chase, Hayes, Jensen, Halley, Wyatt, Scout and Karsyn.Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church White City/Breezeway Project in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove KS 66846Celebration of Life to be scheduled at a later date.

Leo E. Hultgren - January 8, 1933-May 23, 2020 (age 87)

Lois J. "Jean" Leonard, 87, Junction City, KS, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020, at the Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City.

 Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial graveside service will be held at a future date at the White City Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Brookdale Assisted Living or Accord Hospice.

Lois J. "Jean" Leonard, 87, Junction City, KS, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020, at the Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City. Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial graveside service will be held at a future date at the White City Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Brookdale Assisted Living or Accord Hospice.

Lois J. "Jean" Leonard

Anthony Maiorana, age 62 of Manhattan, passed away Monday, May 25, 2020 at his residence.

He was born on May 8, 1958 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, the son of Sam Anthony and Yoshie C. (Tomihara) Maiorana.

Anthony grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Business Administration.  He worked several jobs and most recently for Five Star Vending.  He enjoyed bowling, golfing and playing pool, competing in different leagues.

He is survived by his partner, Jennifer Maiorana of Manhattan; two sons, Jordan Maiorana of Leonardville and Samuel Maiorana of Manhattan; one step son, Ethan Johnson of Manhattan; two step daughters, Sheridan Johnson of Manhattan and Samantha Senff of Leonardville; one brother, Sam A. Maiorana of Ogden and one sister, Rita A. Powers of Ogden.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 1, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  Anthony’s service will be recorded and a link will be added to this page shortly after the service concludes for anyone that is unable to attend.

A memorial has been established for the Anthony Maiorana Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Anthony Maiorana, age 62 of Manhattan, passed away Monday, May 25, 2020 at his residence.He was born on May 8, 1958 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, the son of Sam Anthony and Yoshie C. (Tomihara) Maiorana.Anthony grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Business Administration. He worked several jobs and most recently for Five Star Vending. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and playing pool, competing in different leagues.He is survived by his partner, Jennifer Maiorana of Manhattan; two sons, Jordan Maiorana of Leonardville and Samuel Maiorana of Manhattan; one step son, Ethan Johnson of Manhattan; two step daughters, Sheridan Johnson of Manhattan and Samantha Senff of Leonardville; one brother, Sam A. Maiorana of Ogden and one sister, Rita A. Powers of Ogden.He was preceded in death by his parents.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 1, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. Anthony’s service will be recorded and a link will be added to this page shortly after the service concludes for anyone that is unable to attend.A memorial has been established for the Anthony Maiorana Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Anthony Maiorana

Dorothy Pauline Beswick, age 98 of Clay Center, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 at her residence.

She was born on October 31, 1921 in Green, the daughter of Ralph and Elsie (Riek) Wiegers.

On December 12, 1944, she was married to Arnold Beswick.  He preceded her in death. 

Dorothy was a one room school teacher at the Wood School for five years before her marriage. She was a prior member of the Parallel Presbyterian Church and the Fact United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and Bible School.  When the Fact United Methodist Church closed, she became a member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church.  She enjoyed cooking, quilting, gardening, and sewing, making most of her children’s clothes while they were young.

She is survived by a daughter, Diane Pfeifley and husband Phil of Riley; six grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her twin sons, Ed and Arn Beswick; her daughter, Karen Beswick; her sister, Gladys Osthoff and a great grandson.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at the Parallel Cemetery with Herb Mugler officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

A memorial has been established for the Clay Center United Methodist Church.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Dorothy Pauline Beswick, age 98 of Clay Center, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 at her residence.She was born on October 31, 1921 in Green, the daughter of Ralph and Elsie (Riek) Wiegers.On December 12, 1944, she was married to Arnold Beswick. He preceded her in death. Dorothy was a one room school teacher at the Wood School for five years before her marriage. She was a prior member of the Parallel Presbyterian Church and the Fact United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and Bible School. When the Fact United Methodist Church closed, she became a member of the Clay Center United Methodist Church. She enjoyed cooking, quilting, gardening, and sewing, making most of her children’s clothes while they were young.She is survived by a daughter, Diane Pfeifley and husband Phil of Riley; six grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her twin sons, Ed and Arn Beswick; her daughter, Karen Beswick; her sister, Gladys Osthoff and a great grandson.Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at the Parallel Cemetery with Herb Mugler officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.A memorial has been established for the Clay Center United Methodist Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Dorothy Pauline Beswick

Joyce L. Hauserman, 77 of Bennington, Kansas passed away Monday, May, 25, 2020.

Graveside services for Joyce will be at 1 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2020 at Swartwood Cemetery, rural Longford.

Joyce L. Hauserman, 77 of Bennington, Kansas passed away Monday, May, 25, 2020.Graveside services for Joyce will be at 1 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2020 at Swartwood Cemetery, rural Longford.

Joyce L. Hauserman



Mary Beth Hauer, age 87, of Manhattan, died May 22, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

She was born August 16, 1932, in Salina, Kansas, the daughter of Wayne Delbert and Venla (Sondergard) Sieh. She moved to Manhattan and attended local schools and graduated from Manhattan High School. She then attended and later graduated from Kansas State University with her Bachelors in Music Education on the piano.

On January 28, 1953, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Manhattan, she was married to Edward William Hauer.

The family moved with Ed’s military service obligations for several years and then settled in Evergreen, Colorado, in 1962. They returned to Manhattan in 1993.

For many years Mary Beth gave private piano lessons in their home.

Mary Beth was an active member of the Evergreen Lutheran Church in Evergreen and then First Lutheran Church in Manhattan. She was the church organist in Evergreen and then the substitute organist at First Lutheran and also played for the church services at local nursing homes.

While in Evergreen she helped start the Evergreen Players in a local theater. While in Manhattan she was active in Pilot Club and Domestic Science. Mary Beth had a love and passion for music her entire life.

Survivors include her husband Ed of Manhattan; five children: Bill Hauer and his wife Anne of Fairbanks, Alaska, Greg Hauer of Cascade Locks, Oregon, Peter Hauer of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Becky Trenary and her husband Gary of Morrison, Colorado, and Jane Holba and her husband Bob of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina; 14 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Cremation is planned with private family graveside services at Carnahan Creek Cemetery north of Manhattan, with the Reverend Elizabeth Kocher officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church to establish an endowment for Youth Music Education. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.



Mary Beth Hauer, age 87, of Manhattan, died May 22, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.She was born August 16, 1932, in Salina, Kansas, the daughter of Wayne Delbert and Venla (Sondergard) Sieh. She moved to Manhattan and attended local schools and graduated from Manhattan High School. She then attended and later graduated from Kansas State University with her Bachelors in Music Education on the piano.On January 28, 1953, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Manhattan, she was married to Edward William Hauer.The family moved with Ed’s military service obligations for several years and then settled in Evergreen, Colorado, in 1962. They returned to Manhattan in 1993.For many years Mary Beth gave private piano lessons in their home.Mary Beth was an active member of the Evergreen Lutheran Church in Evergreen and then First Lutheran Church in Manhattan. She was the church organist in Evergreen and then the substitute organist at First Lutheran and also played for the church services at local nursing homes.While in Evergreen she helped start the Evergreen Players in a local theater. While in Manhattan she was active in Pilot Club and Domestic Science. Mary Beth had a love and passion for music her entire life.Survivors include her husband Ed of Manhattan; five children: Bill Hauer and his wife Anne of Fairbanks, Alaska, Greg Hauer of Cascade Locks, Oregon, Peter Hauer of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Becky Trenary and her husband Gary of Morrison, Colorado, and Jane Holba and her husband Bob of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina; 14 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.Cremation is planned with private family graveside services at Carnahan Creek Cemetery north of Manhattan, with the Reverend Elizabeth Kocher officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church to establish an endowment for Youth Music Education. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Mary Beth Hauer



Phyllis Nadine Shanline, age 91, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2020 at Sunrise of Lenexa in Lenexa, Kansas, and a little bit of sunshine left this world with her. Phyllis was born October 16, 1928 in Augusta, Kansas, the eldest child of Victor and Lena Semisch.

Her parents loved music, and as a child she learned to harmonize with her father. People in her hometown would come to know her for her beautiful voice, and she even sang on her own radio show. Her impressive musical talent earned her a scholarship to Colorado Women’s College, where she studied voice after she graduated from Augusta High School. She would return to Kansas, however, and meet Rix Shanline while they were both students at Southwestern College and later at the University of Kansas, where they fell in love and were married June 5, 1949 in Augusta, Kansas.

They began a family right away and moved to Manhattan, Kansas in 1956 where they eventually celebrated 67 years of marriage before Rix’s passing in 2016.

Her creativity, kindness and the pure joy she took in the beauty around her drew people to her, and music was always an important part of who she was. She sang with delight, and was an artist, a poet, an actress, an enthusiastic hugger, a loving supportive wife and a truly nurturing mom. She was kind and left a loving legacy of gentleness and humor for her family. With all her talent, she once wrote that she considered her five daughters and their families her most important creations. She loved her family deeply and was deeply loved in return.

She used to sing lullabies to her daughters, and one of her favorites was the song that Wendy sang to the lost boys in the Disney version of Peter Pan called “Your Mother and Mine”. The last words of the song suit her well: “If you ask your heart what she’s worth, your heart must say ‘Heaven on Earth’. Another word for divine: your mother and mine.”

Phyllis is survived by her daughters Teresa, Ellen, Susan (Kaycie, Lynne and Amy, their spouses, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, her sister Jody and family.

Internment will be in the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at Fort Riley with the love of her life, her husband Rix. A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in memory of Phyllis be sent to the Manhattan Arts Center, 1520 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 www.manhattanarts.org.

The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.



Phyllis Nadine Shanline, age 91, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2020 at Sunrise of Lenexa in Lenexa, Kansas, and a little bit of sunshine left this world with her. Phyllis was born October 16, 1928 in Augusta, Kansas, the eldest child of Victor and Lena Semisch.Her parents loved music, and as a child she learned to harmonize with her father. People in her hometown would come to know her for her beautiful voice, and she even sang on her own radio show. Her impressive musical talent earned her a scholarship to Colorado Women’s College, where she studied voice after she graduated from Augusta High School. She would return to Kansas, however, and meet Rix Shanline while they were both students at Southwestern College and later at the University of Kansas, where they fell in love and were married June 5, 1949 in Augusta, Kansas.They began a family right away and moved to Manhattan, Kansas in 1956 where they eventually celebrated 67 years of marriage before Rix’s passing in 2016.Her creativity, kindness and the pure joy she took in the beauty around her drew people to her, and music was always an important part of who she was. She sang with delight, and was an artist, a poet, an actress, an enthusiastic hugger, a loving supportive wife and a truly nurturing mom. She was kind and left a loving legacy of gentleness and humor for her family. With all her talent, she once wrote that she considered her five daughters and their families her most important creations. She loved her family deeply and was deeply loved in return.She used to sing lullabies to her daughters, and one of her favorites was the song that Wendy sang to the lost boys in the Disney version of Peter Pan called “Your Mother and Mine”. The last words of the song suit her well: “If you ask your heart what she’s worth, your heart must say ‘Heaven on Earth’. Another word for divine: your mother and mine.”Phyllis is survived by her daughters Teresa, Ellen, Susan (Kaycie, Lynne and Amy, their spouses, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, her sister Jody and family.Internment will be in the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at Fort Riley with the love of her life, her husband Rix. A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in memory of Phyllis be sent to the Manhattan Arts Center, 1520 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 www.manhattanarts.org.The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

Phyllis Nadine Shanline



Robert James Paul was born on July 19, 1931 to Archibald Joseph and Anna (Weber) Paul. He was one of ten children and is survived by one sister and three brothers. Bob was a scholarly man and spent his career educating other scholars. He received his bachelor's degree in engineering from Wisconsin Madison, and then a master's degree from Oklahoma State University and a PhD from the University of Arkansas, both in business administration. As an educator, Bob worked at the University of Missouri, Lincoln University, and Kansas State University. He also served 2 years in the Army.

In 1955, Bob married Phyllis Jean Rolke, and they had four children: Steve of Wamego, KS, Sue (Mike) Dickerson of Mississippi, Nancy of Texas, and Mike (Lan Le) of Virginia. Phyllis preceded Bob in death in 1987. He later met and married Vina Disberger in 1992. Vina was also a widow with nine children and many grandchildren, most of whom do not remember a time when Bob was not a loving and devoted member of their family. Vina preceded Bob in death in June 2018.

Bob leaves behind his children and three grandsons, Dave, Ross, and Adam, as well as his nine step-children, Colleen (Mark) Johnson, Dennis (Martha) Disberger, Mike (Kim) Disberger, Patrick Disberger, Connie (Nick) Hart, Carol (Dennis) Wright, Russell (Mary) Disberger, David (Kim) Disberger, and Robert (Tonya) Disberger as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including his caregivers, Jeff and Kristen Wright and their family.

Bob will be greatly missed and will always be remembered for his love of family, camping, travel, poetry, church, and his wonderful sense of humor. Due to the current covid-19 situation, his services will be private.

Memorial contributions may be left in memory of Bob to the St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.



Robert James Paul was born on July 19, 1931 to Archibald Joseph and Anna (Weber) Paul. He was one of ten children and is survived by one sister and three brothers. Bob was a scholarly man and spent his career educating other scholars. He received his bachelor's degree in engineering from Wisconsin Madison, and then a master's degree from Oklahoma State University and a PhD from the University of Arkansas, both in business administration. As an educator, Bob worked at the University of Missouri, Lincoln University, and Kansas State University. He also served 2 years in the Army.In 1955, Bob married Phyllis Jean Rolke, and they had four children: Steve of Wamego, KS, Sue (Mike) Dickerson of Mississippi, Nancy of Texas, and Mike (Lan Le) of Virginia. Phyllis preceded Bob in death in 1987. He later met and married Vina Disberger in 1992. Vina was also a widow with nine children and many grandchildren, most of whom do not remember a time when Bob was not a loving and devoted member of their family. Vina preceded Bob in death in June 2018.Bob leaves behind his children and three grandsons, Dave, Ross, and Adam, as well as his nine step-children, Colleen (Mark) Johnson, Dennis (Martha) Disberger, Mike (Kim) Disberger, Patrick Disberger, Connie (Nick) Hart, Carol (Dennis) Wright, Russell (Mary) Disberger, David (Kim) Disberger, and Robert (Tonya) Disberger as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including his caregivers, Jeff and Kristen Wright and their family.Bob will be greatly missed and will always be remembered for his love of family, camping, travel, poetry, church, and his wonderful sense of humor. Due to the current covid-19 situation, his services will be private.Memorial contributions may be left in memory of Bob to the St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Robert James Paul 



John Clayton White, Jr., 91, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020. John was born on April 2, 1929 in Frederick Maryland to Ardella (Williams) and John White. He was raised by his grandmother on a dairy farm in York, PA, and attributed his success to the life lessons he learned from her.

John served 26, years in the United States Army retiring with the rank of Command Sergeant Major. During his military career he served numerous assignments in the United States as well as overseas including Germany, Vietnam, and Korea. John was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal 3rd (OLC, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. His final assignment was as the Command Sergeant Major of the 1st Supply and Transportation Battalion, 1st Infantry Division of Fort Riley, KS.

During his tour in Germany, John met his "Schatz" Luise. John and Luise were united in marriage on July 23, 1950 in Kitzingen, Germany this union was blessed with one son, John C White III. Luise preceded John in death on August 30, 2012. John visited her at the cemetery every day eventually relying on his dear friends Angie, Tracy, Walter, and Hildegard once he was no longer able to drive himself.

John received his Kansas Real Estate license in 1978 and sold properties throughout the state. He was an active member of the Flint Hills Association of Realtors maintaining a current license up to the final day of his life.

John, alongside Pete Zanella, started White-Zanella Liquor Store, which in 2001 became The Fridge Wholesale Liquor after partnering with Conrad Franz, and Kevin Neitzel. John was proud to help Kevin grow The Fridge into a top store in the state and loved visiting and joking with customers during his time at the store prior to retiring in 2006.

John and Luise joined the First United Methodist Church in 1967. He served on numerous church committees from local to state levels and formed the Morning Glory Choir for the non-traditional service. John was a huge supporter of both youth and families, not only in the church but also in the community.

John was a philanthropist. He and Luise were major contributors to the construction of the Good Shepard Hospice house. John served in many local organizations including Youthville, and the Riley County Historical Society as Director, Membership Secretary, Vice President and President. He retired from the Riley County Historical Museum Board in 2019.

John was a member of the Manhattan Breakfast Optimist Club from 1979 until his death, representing the Optimist Club in an annual golf tournament that supported Childhood Cancer Camps. He was an Emeritus Trustee of the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation from 2003-2017.

John was an avid bowler and traveled great distances for tournaments. His other hobbies included fishing, golfing, hunting, all sports, tending his rose bushes, and spending time friends.

John is survived by his son John C White III of San Francisco, CA, his dear friends and loving caregivers Walter and Hildegard Bembry, and Tracy and Angie Dowling-Burnett.

Memorials in his name can be made to the First United Methodist Church and the Good Shepherd Hospice House.



John Clayton White, Jr., 91, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020. John was born on April 2, 1929 in Frederick Maryland to Ardella (Williams) and John White. He was raised by his grandmother on a dairy farm in York, PA, and attributed his success to the life lessons he learned from her.John served 26, years in the United States Army retiring with the rank of Command Sergeant Major. During his military career he served numerous assignments in the United States as well as overseas including Germany, Vietnam, and Korea. John was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal 3rd (OLC, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. His final assignment was as the Command Sergeant Major of the 1st Supply and Transportation Battalion, 1st Infantry Division of Fort Riley, KS.During his tour in Germany, John met his "Schatz" Luise. John and Luise were united in marriage on July 23, 1950 in Kitzingen, Germany this union was blessed with one son, John C White III. Luise preceded John in death on August 30, 2012. John visited her at the cemetery every day eventually relying on his dear friends Angie, Tracy, Walter, and Hildegard once he was no longer able to drive himself.John received his Kansas Real Estate license in 1978 and sold properties throughout the state. He was an active member of the Flint Hills Association of Realtors maintaining a current license up to the final day of his life.John, alongside Pete Zanella, started White-Zanella Liquor Store, which in 2001 became The Fridge Wholesale Liquor after partnering with Conrad Franz, and Kevin Neitzel. John was proud to help Kevin grow The Fridge into a top store in the state and loved visiting and joking with customers during his time at the store prior to retiring in 2006.John and Luise joined the First United Methodist Church in 1967. He served on numerous church committees from local to state levels and formed the Morning Glory Choir for the non-traditional service. John was a huge supporter of both youth and families, not only in the church but also in the community.John was a philanthropist. He and Luise were major contributors to the construction of the Good Shepard Hospice house. John served in many local organizations including Youthville, and the Riley County Historical Society as Director, Membership Secretary, Vice President and President. He retired from the Riley County Historical Museum Board in 2019.John was a member of the Manhattan Breakfast Optimist Club from 1979 until his death, representing the Optimist Club in an annual golf tournament that supported Childhood Cancer Camps. He was an Emeritus Trustee of the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation from 2003-2017.John was an avid bowler and traveled great distances for tournaments. His other hobbies included fishing, golfing, hunting, all sports, tending his rose bushes, and spending time friends.John is survived by his son John C White III of San Francisco, CA, his dear friends and loving caregivers Walter and Hildegard Bembry, and Tracy and Angie Dowling-Burnett.Memorials in his name can be made to the First United Methodist Church and the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

John Clayton White, Jr.

Howard’s life began October 14, 1926 in Marion, Kansas.  He was the son of Lester and Esther (Berg) Klein.  Howard was a 1944 graduate of Marion High School and served his country in the United States Army in Japan.  Howard also attended calligraphy school in Omaha.   He was united in marriage to Shirley Kaiser on June 17, 1953 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Durham.  Howard was a depot agent for the Southern Pacific and Rock Island Railroads, retiring in 1988.

  He had lived in Wellington prior to moving to Herington in 1980.  He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW, and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Herington.  He was an avid flower gardener and “precise” lawn mower.  He also indulged in Hersey miniature chocolates and enjoyed going to the casino and scratch off lotto tickets.

  His loving family includes his wife of 66 years Shirley Klein of Herington; children Joreen (Graham) Jones of Aurora, CO, Sandra (Mark) Sutton of Abilene and Diana Klein of Wellington; grandchildren Jennifer (Levi) Feeney, Susan (Paul) Turle, Sally Jones, Sonya Sutton, Shad Sutton, and Leslie (Christopher) Seematter; great grandchildren Landon, Campbell, Matthew, Kyle, Raven, Ryder, Karter, Kyla and Everette.  Howard passed away on May 23, 2020 at Salina Regional Hospital.  He is preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter Sherry and brother Donald Klein.  

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 27th&nbsp; from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held on Thursday, May 28th at 11 a.m. at the Durham Park Cemetery, Durham led by Reverend Alan Stahlecker.  Memorial contributions in Howard’s name may be directed to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Herington.&nbsp;

Howard’s life began October 14, 1926 in Marion, Kansas. He was the son of Lester and Esther (Berg) Klein. Howard was a 1944 graduate of Marion High School and served his country in the United States Army in Japan. Howard also attended calligraphy school in Omaha. He was united in marriage to Shirley Kaiser on June 17, 1953 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Durham. Howard was a depot agent for the Southern Pacific and Rock Island Railroads, retiring in 1988. He had lived in Wellington prior to moving to Herington in 1980. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW, and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Herington. He was an avid flower gardener and “precise” lawn mower. He also indulged in Hersey miniature chocolates and enjoyed going to the casino and scratch off lotto tickets. His loving family includes his wife of 66 years Shirley Klein of Herington; children Joreen (Graham) Jones of Aurora, CO, Sandra (Mark) Sutton of Abilene and Diana Klein of Wellington; grandchildren Jennifer (Levi) Feeney, Susan (Paul) Turle, Sally Jones, Sonya Sutton, Shad Sutton, and Leslie (Christopher) Seematter; great grandchildren Landon, Campbell, Matthew, Kyle, Raven, Ryder, Karter, Kyla and Everette. Howard passed away on May 23, 2020 at Salina Regional Hospital. He is preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter Sherry and brother Donald Klein. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 27th&nbsp; from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held on Thursday, May 28th at 11 a.m. at the Durham Park Cemetery, Durham led by Reverend Alan Stahlecker. Memorial contributions in Howard’s name may be directed to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Herington.&nbsp;

Howard Leslie Klein - October 14, 1926-May 23, 2020 (age 93)

Dean’s life began on February 22, 1935 in Jefferson, Ohio.  He was the son of Stephen K. and Viola L. (Engel) Armstrong.  He was a 1953 graduate of Blume High School in Wapakoneta, Ohio. Dean also served his country in the United States Army. Dean earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Purdue University and a Master of Business Administration from the Harvard University School of Business.

  Dean had been employed by General Motors in Anderson, IN as the plant manager before moving to El Dorado with his wife Marilyn and his family in 1978.  Dean joined his second Cousin Richard Teichgraber as owner of International Petroleum Services.  After selling his share of International Petroleum Services, Dean purchased the Florence State Bank where he served as President and Owner.&nbsp; Dean owned several Florence businesses including Inlow Foam, Marion Insurance Company, Florence Funeral Home and a restaurant.   He married a second time to Kathryn Park in September of 1988 in Sierra Vista, AZ.

   Dean moved to Marion in 2003 and was an avid golfer at Marion Country Club, he was very involved in the Florence Chamber of Commerce and was a Phi Delta Theta brother at Purdue University.  Dean was especially instrumental in helping to encourage and develop business in Marion County.  He was a trusted advisor and friend to many in the region and around the world.

  Dean’s greatest joy was his family which includes his wife Kate of Marion; children Ann (Tim) Heide of Austin, TX and Ellen (Mike) Egan of El Dorado; stepchildren Rhonda (Eldon) Hett of Marion, Bret (Randi) O’Dell of Peabody and Brenda (William) Clouse of Smithville, MO; grandchildren John Egan, Jaymie (Jesse) Adams, Ashton Heide and Olivia Heide; step-grandchildren Jerod (Natalie) and Justin (Brea) Hett, and Shawna (Albert) Johnson, step grandchildren Megan (Joel) Thomas, Alysha (Alex) Haines, Kellan and Keaton Clouse.; great grandchildren Easton, Nina and Ian Hett, Lilly, Otis and Guss Hett, Caileigh and Carlynn Johnson, Rylee and Clayton Thomas, and Tessa and Rhett Haines; his sister June (Dr. Jack Hoffman, M.D.) Hoffman of Phoenix, AZ and Wapakoneta, OH and nieces and nephews Jayne Hoffman, Jeffrey Hoffman, John Hoffman, Jacalyn Hoffman, Jodi Hoffman, Jenifer Hoffman, Jason Hoffman, Eric Armstrong and Mark Armstrong.  Dean passed away on May 23, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Marion.  He is preceded in death by his parents, sons Neil A. and Jay Armstrong and brother Neil Alden Armstrong, and niece Karen Armstrong. 

  In accordance with Dean’s wishes there will be no public services.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in Dean’s name may be directed to the St. Luke’s Hospital Foundation or the Florence American Legion.&nbsp;

Dean’s life began on February 22, 1935 in Jefferson, Ohio. He was the son of Stephen K. and Viola L. (Engel) Armstrong. He was a 1953 graduate of Blume High School in Wapakoneta, Ohio. Dean also served his country in the United States Army. Dean earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Purdue University and a Master of Business Administration from the Harvard University School of Business. Dean had been employed by General Motors in Anderson, IN as the plant manager before moving to El Dorado with his wife Marilyn and his family in 1978. Dean joined his second Cousin Richard Teichgraber as owner of International Petroleum Services. After selling his share of International Petroleum Services, Dean purchased the Florence State Bank where he served as President and Owner.&nbsp; Dean owned several Florence businesses including Inlow Foam, Marion Insurance Company, Florence Funeral Home and a restaurant. He married a second time to Kathryn Park in September of 1988 in Sierra Vista, AZ. Dean moved to Marion in 2003 and was an avid golfer at Marion Country Club, he was very involved in the Florence Chamber of Commerce and was a Phi Delta Theta brother at Purdue University. Dean was especially instrumental in helping to encourage and develop business in Marion County. He was a trusted advisor and friend to many in the region and around the world. Dean’s greatest joy was his family which includes his wife Kate of Marion; children Ann (Tim) Heide of Austin, TX and Ellen (Mike) Egan of El Dorado; stepchildren Rhonda (Eldon) Hett of Marion, Bret (Randi) O’Dell of Peabody and Brenda (William) Clouse of Smithville, MO; grandchildren John Egan, Jaymie (Jesse) Adams, Ashton Heide and Olivia Heide; step-grandchildren Jerod (Natalie) and Justin (Brea) Hett, and Shawna (Albert) Johnson, step grandchildren Megan (Joel) Thomas, Alysha (Alex) Haines, Kellan and Keaton Clouse.; great grandchildren Easton, Nina and Ian Hett, Lilly, Otis and Guss Hett, Caileigh and Carlynn Johnson, Rylee and Clayton Thomas, and Tessa and Rhett Haines; his sister June (Dr. Jack Hoffman, M.D.) Hoffman of Phoenix, AZ and Wapakoneta, OH and nieces and nephews Jayne Hoffman, Jeffrey Hoffman, John Hoffman, Jacalyn Hoffman, Jodi Hoffman, Jenifer Hoffman, Jason Hoffman, Eric Armstrong and Mark Armstrong. Dean passed away on May 23, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Marion. He is preceded in death by his parents, sons Neil A. and Jay Armstrong and brother Neil Alden Armstrong, and niece Karen Armstrong. In accordance with Dean’s wishes there will be no public services. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Dean’s name may be directed to the St. Luke’s Hospital Foundation or the Florence American Legion.&nbsp;

Dean Alan Armstrong - February 22, 1935-May 23, 2020 (age 85)

Iris’s life began on October 1, 1938 in Burwell, Nebraska.  She was the daughter of Willis and Doris (Umstead) Scofield.  Iris was a homemaker and a mother, who enjoyed raising her daughters.  She loved her cat and lived her life simply to the best of her ability.

  Her loving family includes her daughters Terri (Marty) Frederickson and Tamara Blome, all of Marion; grandchildren Brett and Brody Blome and her brother Irvan (Carolyn) Scofield of Broken Bow, Nebraska.  Iris passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020 at St. Luke’s Living Center in Marion.  She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Barbara Carpenter.

  A private family memorial service will be held at Marion Cemetery.  Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving her family.  Memorial contributions in Iris’s name may be directed to the St. Luke’s Foundation.

Iris’s life began on October 1, 1938 in Burwell, Nebraska. She was the daughter of Willis and Doris (Umstead) Scofield. Iris was a homemaker and a mother, who enjoyed raising her daughters. She loved her cat and lived her life simply to the best of her ability. Her loving family includes her daughters Terri (Marty) Frederickson and Tamara Blome, all of Marion; grandchildren Brett and Brody Blome and her brother Irvan (Carolyn) Scofield of Broken Bow, Nebraska. Iris passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020 at St. Luke’s Living Center in Marion. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Barbara Carpenter. A private family memorial service will be held at Marion Cemetery. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving her family. Memorial contributions in Iris’s name may be directed to the St. Luke’s Foundation.

Iris Lavay (Scofield) Kephart - October 1, 1938-May 22, 2020 (age 81)



Jennie Lee Harold, 80, of Junction City, KS, passed May 16, 2020.

A graveside memorial service at Highland Cemetery will be Wednesday May 27, 2020 at 10am.

Memorials are suggested to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 630 South Eisenhower Dr. Junction City, KS 66441.

Jennie was born on December 20, 1939, in Dresden, Kansas to Jess and Lucille (Demmer) Harold. She lived in western Kansas until her father moved the family to the Manhattan/Junction City area around 1944 where he found work at Fort Riley, Kansas due to World War 2. Jennie attended school at Pleasant View in Geary County and afterwards attended Junction City schools. From the late 1950's to about 1982, she worked as a clerk for Park Laundry Service. In the early 1980's, she then went to work as an order filler at F.W. Woolworth. Jennie's last employment was in the early 1990's until her retirement at Russell Stover's.

Jennie was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Junction City.

She is survived by her loving family: her sister, Mary A. Clark of Junction City, KS; brother, Ron (Jan) Harold of Manhattan, KS; brother-in-law, William "Pat" Burns of Westmoreland, KS; four nieces, Lucy (John) Sterling of Milford, KS, Patty (Tim) Davis of Panama City Beach, FL, Rhonda (Bryan) Taylor of Albuquerque, NM, and Rene Van Camp of Missoula, MT; nephew, Jason (Lori) Harold of Orting, WA; and a host of loving family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her niece, Robin Rowe, her brothers John Raymond and Roger "Butch.

Jennie Lee Harold, 80, of Junction City, KS, passed May 16, 2020.A graveside memorial service at Highland Cemetery will be Wednesday May 27, 2020 at 10am.Memorials are suggested to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 630 South Eisenhower Dr. Junction City, KS 66441.Jennie was born on December 20, 1939, in Dresden, Kansas to Jess and Lucille (Demmer) Harold. She lived in western Kansas until her father moved the family to the Manhattan/Junction City area around 1944 where he found work at Fort Riley, Kansas due to World War 2. Jennie attended school at Pleasant View in Geary County and afterwards attended Junction City schools. From the late 1950's to about 1982, she worked as a clerk for Park Laundry Service. In the early 1980's, she then went to work as an order filler at F.W. Woolworth. Jennie's last employment was in the early 1990's until her retirement at Russell Stover's.Jennie was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Junction City.She is survived by her loving family: her sister, Mary A. Clark of Junction City, KS; brother, Ron (Jan) Harold of Manhattan, KS; brother-in-law, William "Pat" Burns of Westmoreland, KS; four nieces, Lucy (John) Sterling of Milford, KS, Patty (Tim) Davis of Panama City Beach, FL, Rhonda (Bryan) Taylor of Albuquerque, NM, and Rene Van Camp of Missoula, MT; nephew, Jason (Lori) Harold of Orting, WA; and a host of loving family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, her niece, Robin Rowe, her brothers John Raymond and Roger "Butch.

Jennie Lee Harold



Pascuala H. Laster, 65, of Junction City, died May 16, 2020 at her home. Pascuala was born in New York City, New York, the daughter of Pascual and America (Rivera) Martinez.

Her family moved to Puerto Rico when Pascuala was a young girl and that is where she attended school and graduated from high school.

Pascuala moved to Junction City with her husband, who was serving in the U.S. Army. They were later divorced.

Pascuala worked at Smithfield Foods as a meat packager.

She is survived by 2 sons, Martin Laster, Jr. and his wife Monique, Thornton, Colorado, and Anthony Laster and his wife Kelsey, Dixon, Missouri; and 2 grandsons, Diego and Mateo Laster. Pascuala was preceded in death by her parents, and 3 sisters.

She was greatly loved for her kind heart and indomitable spirit and will be missed.

Cremation is planned, per her wishes, and there will be no local services.

The family plans to spread the ashes in Colorado and Missouri.

Johnson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.



Pascuala H. Laster, 65, of Junction City, died May 16, 2020 at her home. Pascuala was born in New York City, New York, the daughter of Pascual and America (Rivera) Martinez.Her family moved to Puerto Rico when Pascuala was a young girl and that is where she attended school and graduated from high school.Pascuala moved to Junction City with her husband, who was serving in the U.S. Army. They were later divorced.Pascuala worked at Smithfield Foods as a meat packager.She is survived by 2 sons, Martin Laster, Jr. and his wife Monique, Thornton, Colorado, and Anthony Laster and his wife Kelsey, Dixon, Missouri; and 2 grandsons, Diego and Mateo Laster. Pascuala was preceded in death by her parents, and 3 sisters.She was greatly loved for her kind heart and indomitable spirit and will be missed.Cremation is planned, per her wishes, and there will be no local services.The family plans to spread the ashes in Colorado and Missouri.Johnson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Pascuala H. Laster



Doris J. Miller, 88, of Junction City, KS, passed May 16, 2020. Due to the current COVID-19 environment, a memorial service at the Johnson Funeral Home followed by placement at Fort Riley Post Cemetery is to be determined at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans VA Hospital-Bldg #24 RM106G, 2200 SW Gage Blvd Topeka, KS 66622.

Doris J. Miller, 88, of Junction City, KS, passed May 16, 2020. Due to the current COVID-19 environment, a memorial service at the Johnson Funeral Home followed by placement at Fort Riley Post Cemetery is to be determined at a later date.Memorials are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans VA Hospital-Bldg #24 RM106G, 2200 SW Gage Blvd Topeka, KS 66622.

Doris J. Miller

Jean Ann Stewart, 79, resident of the Lake Elbo area by Manhattan, KS, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at her home.

On March 27, 1941, Jean, was born to John H. and Marcella E. (Rosedahl) Jones in Bigelow, KS.&nbsp; After attending grade school in Bigelow, she graduated from Frankfort High School in 1959.&nbsp; Jean began working as a key punch operator for the state of Kansas.&nbsp; She then became an assistant dietician for the St. Mary’s Manor and the Westy Care Home.&nbsp; After a brief retirement, she then worked at Orschlen Farm &amp; Home in Manhattan for 10 years.&nbsp; She was united in marriage with David H. Stewart on June 30, 1962 in Frankfort.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2007.

Jean was a member of the St. Mary’s United Methodist Church, the Green Valley FCE, and was a board member for the Antioch Cemetery.&nbsp; She enjoyed horses in her younger years and particularly like gardening flowers.

She is survived by two sons, Scott Stewart, St. Mary’s, KS, and Jeff Stewart, Frankfort, KS; and four grandchildren, John Stewart, James Stewart, Madelyn Stewart, and Emily Stewart.

She is also preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Allen Jones.

Private family services will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at the Antioch Cemetery near Frankfort.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorials to go towards the Antioch Cemetery Fund and Good Shepherd Hospice, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

Jean Ann Stewart, 79, resident of the Lake Elbo area by Manhattan, KS, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at her home.On March 27, 1941, Jean, was born to John H. and Marcella E. (Rosedahl) Jones in Bigelow, KS.&nbsp; After attending grade school in Bigelow, she graduated from Frankfort High School in 1959.&nbsp; Jean began working as a key punch operator for the state of Kansas.&nbsp; She then became an assistant dietician for the St. Mary’s Manor and the Westy Care Home.&nbsp; After a brief retirement, she then worked at Orschlen Farm &amp; Home in Manhattan for 10 years.&nbsp; She was united in marriage with David H. Stewart on June 30, 1962 in Frankfort.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2007.Jean was a member of the St. Mary’s United Methodist Church, the Green Valley FCE, and was a board member for the Antioch Cemetery.&nbsp; She enjoyed horses in her younger years and particularly like gardening flowers.She is survived by two sons, Scott Stewart, St. Mary’s, KS, and Jeff Stewart, Frankfort, KS; and four grandchildren, John Stewart, James Stewart, Madelyn Stewart, and Emily Stewart.She is also preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Allen Jones.Private family services will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at the Antioch Cemetery near Frankfort.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorials to go towards the Antioch Cemetery Fund and Good Shepherd Hospice, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

Jean Ann Stewart



William Charles “Hooter” Cochran, age 93, of Ogden, Kansas, died April 29, 2020, at his residence.

He was born October 22, 1926, in Philadelphia, PA.

Mr. Cochran served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

Survivors include his five children: William Cochran, Jr., Arthur Cochran, Sharon Burton, Timothy Cochran and Dorothy Glover; 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Cremation is planned with inurnment at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.

The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, 66502, is handling arrangements.



William Charles “Hooter” Cochran, age 93, of Ogden, Kansas, died April 29, 2020, at his residence.He was born October 22, 1926, in Philadelphia, PA.Mr. Cochran served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.Survivors include his five children: William Cochran, Jr., Arthur Cochran, Sharon Burton, Timothy Cochran and Dorothy Glover; 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.Cremation is planned with inurnment at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, 66502, is handling arrangements.

William Charles “Hooter” Cochran



Victoria Lee Carvalho (Miller) Born on December 18, 1948, and Died on May 18, 2020. She was 71 years old, born in Kansas City, Kansas to the late Ford Wayne Miller, Sr, and Rosemary Miller (Hindman).

She grew up in Kansas City, KS, and graduated from Washington High School in 1966. She attended Kansas State University, majoring in Political Science. While attending K-State she met her husband at Wildcat Lanes Bowling Alley. They married on May 11, 1972, at the courthouse in Manhattan, KS, by a justice of the peace.

They had two daughters, Cory Carvalho-Reynolds and Megan Gissendanner. She also had two stepdaughters, Annette Dyer and Tina Martin.

Victoria was known for her love of teaching children. She helped raise many kids. First, through babysitting so she could be a stay at home mom. Then she taught at Wee Wigglers at the Manhattan Community Center. Finally, she opened Tender Luvs Daycare and had it open for 15 years. She taught many children the basic shapes, colors, and numbers. But she also taught them about countries and cultures around the world. She later went back to K-State for her Masters in Early Childhood Development. Where she taught daycare providers how to engage children during their developmental years first in Del Rio, Texas then at Fort Riley, Kansas.

She was a stage mom for the summer plays that my sister and I were in, spending countless nights and tired days during dress rehearsals. She helped make sets and costumes. She took us to dance classes and recitals. She would even take us to the Starlight Theater to see plays. She was the room mom and art mom when we were at Seven Dolors Catholic School.

In the fall and winter, she always had a pot of soup going with enough Bay leaves for everyone to have Portuguese good luck.

She was huge Kansas State Wildcat fan. She would wear her purple proudly and always route for K-State, she would say Every Man a Wildcat.

She Loved Jesus Christ, attended church and bible studies, even helping with the youth group.

She is survived by her husband Thomas Carvalho, her mother Rosemary Miller, her daughters Cory Carvalho-Reynolds and Megan (Rob) Gissendanner, two step daughters Annette Dyer and Tina Martin, two brothers F.Wayne (Cathy) and Myles (Tami) Miller, and a sister Cinda (Joe) Vining and 10 grandchildren.



Victoria Lee Carvalho (Miller) Born on December 18, 1948, and Died on May 18, 2020. She was 71 years old, born in Kansas City, Kansas to the late Ford Wayne Miller, Sr, and Rosemary Miller (Hindman).She grew up in Kansas City, KS, and graduated from Washington High School in 1966. She attended Kansas State University, majoring in Political Science. While attending K-State she met her husband at Wildcat Lanes Bowling Alley. They married on May 11, 1972, at the courthouse in Manhattan, KS, by a justice of the peace.They had two daughters, Cory Carvalho-Reynolds and Megan Gissendanner. She also had two stepdaughters, Annette Dyer and Tina Martin.Victoria was known for her love of teaching children. She helped raise many kids. First, through babysitting so she could be a stay at home mom. Then she taught at Wee Wigglers at the Manhattan Community Center. Finally, she opened Tender Luvs Daycare and had it open for 15 years. She taught many children the basic shapes, colors, and numbers. But she also taught them about countries and cultures around the world. She later went back to K-State for her Masters in Early Childhood Development. Where she taught daycare providers how to engage children during their developmental years first in Del Rio, Texas then at Fort Riley, Kansas.She was a stage mom for the summer plays that my sister and I were in, spending countless nights and tired days during dress rehearsals. She helped make sets and costumes. She took us to dance classes and recitals. She would even take us to the Starlight Theater to see plays. She was the room mom and art mom when we were at Seven Dolors Catholic School.In the fall and winter, she always had a pot of soup going with enough Bay leaves for everyone to have Portuguese good luck.She was huge Kansas State Wildcat fan. She would wear her purple proudly and always route for K-State, she would say Every Man a Wildcat.She Loved Jesus Christ, attended church and bible studies, even helping with the youth group.Her greatest love was her grandchildren.She is survived by her husband Thomas Carvalho, her mother Rosemary Miller, her daughters Cory Carvalho-Reynolds and Megan (Rob) Gissendanner, two step daughters Annette Dyer and Tina Martin, two brothers F.Wayne (Cathy) and Myles (Tami) Miller, and a sister Cinda (Joe) Vining and 10 grandchildren.

Victoria Lee Carvalho (Miller) 



Kenneth "John" Jackson, 73, of Junction City, died at Geary Community Hospital May 14, 2020. Cremation is planned. Due to Covid-19 and social distancing memorial services with military honors will be held at a later date.

John was born July 31, 1946, Watsonville, CA to Kenneth L. and Lillian (Maher) Jackson. John was in the Navy 1966 to 1971.

John married Kim Kottke February 7, 2000, Las Vegas, NV, she survives of the home.

John worked in Construction and was a Master Craftsman and could do any project whether it be with wood, steel, iron or concrete he also enjoyed woodworking, gardening and spending time with this family. John had a passion for his furry family Buddy, Diesel, Schell, Daisy, and Boone.

He is also survived by his son, Scott (Dawn) Jackson of Talala, OK; three daughters, Conni (Bill) Buvens of Houma, LA; Toni (Gene) Peterson of Inman, KS and Kyrsten (Jeremy) Ross of Chapman, KS; two sisters, Peggy (Richard) Rouse of OR and Mary Abbott of IN; one brother Jerry (Mary) Jackson of WA; fifteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Tom Jackson.



Kenneth "John" Jackson, 73, of Junction City, died at Geary Community Hospital May 14, 2020. Cremation is planned. Due to Covid-19 and social distancing memorial services with military honors will be held at a later date.John was born July 31, 1946, Watsonville, CA to Kenneth L. and Lillian (Maher) Jackson. John was in the Navy 1966 to 1971.John married Kim Kottke February 7, 2000, Las Vegas, NV, she survives of the home.John worked in Construction and was a Master Craftsman and could do any project whether it be with wood, steel, iron or concrete he also enjoyed woodworking, gardening and spending time with this family. John had a passion for his furry family Buddy, Diesel, Schell, Daisy, and Boone.He is also survived by his son, Scott (Dawn) Jackson of Talala, OK; three daughters, Conni (Bill) Buvens of Houma, LA; Toni (Gene) Peterson of Inman, KS and Kyrsten (Jeremy) Ross of Chapman, KS; two sisters, Peggy (Richard) Rouse of OR and Mary Abbott of IN; one brother Jerry (Mary) Jackson of WA; fifteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Tom Jackson.

Kenneth "John" Jackson



Steven A. Marcus, 63, Junction City, KS, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service is not planned at this time.

Steven was born October 6, 1956, in Junction City, KS the son of George Edward and Delores Mae (Whitson) Marcus, Sr.

Steven graduated from Junction City High School. After graduating from high school, he entered the United States Marine Corp. After serving sixteen years in the Marine Corp he worked various jobs in Hillsboro, Parsons and Junction City. He retired from Footlocker in Junction City November 2019 due to health conditions.

He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W.. He enjoyed woodworking and refinishing furniture. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and animals.

He married Sharon Kay Evans March 29, 1980 in Grand Prairie, TX.

Survivors included his wife Sharon of the home in Junction City; two step-daughters, Julia Ann Byers of Stewart, VA and Lisa Jeanine Handt of Junction City, KS; four brothers, George Marcus, Michael Marcus, Greg Marcus and Patrick Marcus; five grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.



Steven A. Marcus, 63, Junction City, KS, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service is not planned at this time.Steven was born October 6, 1956, in Junction City, KS the son of George Edward and Delores Mae (Whitson) Marcus, Sr.Steven graduated from Junction City High School. After graduating from high school, he entered the United States Marine Corp. After serving sixteen years in the Marine Corp he worked various jobs in Hillsboro, Parsons and Junction City. He retired from Footlocker in Junction City November 2019 due to health conditions.He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W.. He enjoyed woodworking and refinishing furniture. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and animals.He married Sharon Kay Evans March 29, 1980 in Grand Prairie, TX.Survivors included his wife Sharon of the home in Junction City; two step-daughters, Julia Ann Byers of Stewart, VA and Lisa Jeanine Handt of Junction City, KS; four brothers, George Marcus, Michael Marcus, Greg Marcus and Patrick Marcus; five grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.

Steven A. Marcus



Damien Paul St. Julien, 39, of Junction City, KS, passed away on May 9, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with burial arrangements.

A private family rosary will be held Tuesday May 19, 2020 at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington St.

Due to the current COVID-19 protocol, a private Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday May 20, 2020 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington St. in Junction City with Fr. Gnanasaker Kulandai officiating with burial to follow the services at St. Marys Cemetery,1657-1699 St. Marys Rd. in Junction City.

Memorials are suggested to the Geary County Food Pantry, 136 W. 3rd St., Junction City, Kansas 66441, where he was a member of the Food Committee of Junction City.

Damien was born on June 12, 1980, in Cape Canaveral, Florida to John and Jeanette St. Julien. His father was active duty Air Force, and his mother was an education counselor for the Department of Defense. On his father's orders, the family spent 3 years in Germany, 4 years in England, and on his mother's orders, one year in Spain, then back to England where his father retired from the Air Force after 20 years of honorable service. The family was reassigned to Ft. Riley on his mother's orders where she retired after 30 years of service. Damien was very proud of the fact that until moving to Junction City, approximately 10 of his 11 years on earth were lived in Europe.

He had many interests. He has a couple of published articles in local papers, and he loved writing songs and singing. Growing up, he engaged in sports. He played soccer as a tot, and 8th grade football for St. Xavier Catholic School, and he also won several trophies for Taekwondo. After high school, he worked at Proseco for 8 years and took classes with Colorado Technical College. Always interested in helping others, he became the manager of a food distribution center in Lawrence, Kansas. There are several articles about his good works there. His last permanent job was as a telecommunications manager with a banking client.

Damien is survived by his loving family: son, Ithamar Allamby and wife of Junction City, KS; three daughters, Nevaeh, Harley, and Dacia; his parents, John and Jeanette St. Julien of Junction City, KS; and his two sisters, Shawna and husband Ernest Lopez of San Antonio, TX, and Nicole and husband Carlos Cameiras of Hialeah, FL. He will be missed by many who knew and loved him.



Damien Paul St. Julien, 39, of Junction City, KS, passed away on May 9, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with burial arrangements.A private family rosary will be held Tuesday May 19, 2020 at the Johnson Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington St.Due to the current COVID-19 protocol, a private Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday May 20, 2020 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington St. in Junction City with Fr. Gnanasaker Kulandai officiating with burial to follow the services at St. Marys Cemetery,1657-1699 St. Marys Rd. in Junction City.Memorials are suggested to the Geary County Food Pantry, 136 W. 3rd St., Junction City, Kansas 66441, where he was a member of the Food Committee of Junction City.Damien was born on June 12, 1980, in Cape Canaveral, Florida to John and Jeanette St. Julien. His father was active duty Air Force, and his mother was an education counselor for the Department of Defense. On his father's orders, the family spent 3 years in Germany, 4 years in England, and on his mother's orders, one year in Spain, then back to England where his father retired from the Air Force after 20 years of honorable service. The family was reassigned to Ft. Riley on his mother's orders where she retired after 30 years of service. Damien was very proud of the fact that until moving to Junction City, approximately 10 of his 11 years on earth were lived in Europe.He had many interests. He has a couple of published articles in local papers, and he loved writing songs and singing. Growing up, he engaged in sports. He played soccer as a tot, and 8th grade football for St. Xavier Catholic School, and he also won several trophies for Taekwondo. After high school, he worked at Proseco for 8 years and took classes with Colorado Technical College. Always interested in helping others, he became the manager of a food distribution center in Lawrence, Kansas. There are several articles about his good works there. His last permanent job was as a telecommunications manager with a banking client.Damien is survived by his loving family: son, Ithamar Allamby and wife of Junction City, KS; three daughters, Nevaeh, Harley, and Dacia; his parents, John and Jeanette St. Julien of Junction City, KS; and his two sisters, Shawna and husband Ernest Lopez of San Antonio, TX, and Nicole and husband Carlos Cameiras of Hialeah, FL. He will be missed by many who knew and loved him.

Damien Paul St. Julien

&nbsp;Anthony Scott Burgess, 57, Junction City, KS, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020, at the Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. Due to Covid-19, a graveside service will take place at a later date with military honors at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery.

&nbsp;Anthony Scott Burgess, 57, Junction City, KS, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020, at the Geary Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. Due to Covid-19, a graveside service will take place at a later date with military honors at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery.

Anthony Scott Burgess



Lupe Jordan, 98, Manhattan, formerly of Junction City, died Friday, May 15, 2020 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. Lupe was born August 21, 1921 in Morley, Colorado, the daughter of Marcus and Patrocino (Juarez) Jacquez.

The family moved to West Virginia and that is where she was raised. She graduated from Fairmont Senior High School in Fairmont, West Virginia in the class of 1939.

After moving to Junction City with her husband, who was in the U.S. Army, Lupe worked for 16 years as a Sales Clerk at the Post Exchange on Ft. Riley.

Lupe married Darrell Jordan on Oct. 10, 1958 in Winchester, West Virginia. Darrell died June 4, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Darrell; a son, Anthony Jordan on July 15, 2018; 4 brothers; and 3 sisters.

Survivors include: a nephew, Charles Harper and his long-time companion, Sherry Rochek, Manhattan; 2 brothers, Angelo Jacquez and Julius Jacquez and his wife Charlotte, all of Fairmont, West Virginia.

Due to the ongoing environment surrounding COVID-19, a private family Rosary and Prayer Service will be Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan.

Memorial contributions in Lupe's name can be given to St. Xavier Catholic Church.



Lupe Jordan, 98, Manhattan, formerly of Junction City, died Friday, May 15, 2020 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. Lupe was born August 21, 1921 in Morley, Colorado, the daughter of Marcus and Patrocino (Juarez) Jacquez.The family moved to West Virginia and that is where she was raised. She graduated from Fairmont Senior High School in Fairmont, West Virginia in the class of 1939.After moving to Junction City with her husband, who was in the U.S. Army, Lupe worked for 16 years as a Sales Clerk at the Post Exchange on Ft. Riley.Lupe married Darrell Jordan on Oct. 10, 1958 in Winchester, West Virginia. Darrell died June 4, 2019.She was preceded in death by her husband, Darrell; a son, Anthony Jordan on July 15, 2018; 4 brothers; and 3 sisters.Survivors include: a nephew, Charles Harper and his long-time companion, Sherry Rochek, Manhattan; 2 brothers, Angelo Jacquez and Julius Jacquez and his wife Charlotte, all of Fairmont, West Virginia.Due to the ongoing environment surrounding COVID-19, a private family Rosary and Prayer Service will be Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan.Memorial contributions in Lupe's name can be given to St. Xavier Catholic Church.

Lupe Jordan

Charles Robert Abell, 87, of Wamego, KS passed away peacefully Saturday, May 16, 2020 at his residence at Home of the Flint Hills in St. George, KS.

On July 3, 1932, Charlie was born in Wilsey, KS to Charles Laurel Abell and Alice Rose (Bersuch) Abell.&nbsp; Charlie attended Topeka High School and graduated in 1950. Charlie joined the United States Air Force in August of 1951 and served for 26 years, achieving the rank of Senior Master Sergeant.&nbsp; He was united in marriage to Vera Eileen (Erwin) Abell on September 30, 1954 in Topeka, KS.&nbsp; She precedes him in death.

Charlie traveled all over during his years of service.&nbsp; While in service he was awarded the BRONZE STAR, Meritorious Service Medal - 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Joint Service Commondation Medal, Air Force Good Conduct Medal - 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Good Conduct Medal- 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal - 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Presidential Unit Citation, Air Force Longevity Service Medal - 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award - 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Air Force NCO Academy ribbon. Charlie was a lifetime member of the Air Force Sergeants Association.

During his years in the service he also attended college classes and received his Bachelors degree from Chaminade College, Honolulu, HI.&nbsp; After retirement from the Air Force in 1977 he attended Stormont Vail Xray Technician School and upon completion took a position at Wamego City Hospital where he worked for 13 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;

After retiring from WCH, he and Vera traveled the country visiting family and friends.&nbsp; They spent their summers in Helena, MT enjoying the mountains and scenery that Montana provided.&nbsp;&nbsp;

When back home Charlie enjoyed his time reading western books and coin collecting.&nbsp; You could find him Wednesday evenings helping Vera and the kitchen staff prepare meals for United Methodist Church in Wamego. Charlie was known for his calm demeanor and dry humor.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charlie is survived by: Six children:&nbsp; Amy Miller (Doug) of Sugarland, TX, Kenneth C. (K.C.) Abell (Judy, of San Antonio, TX, Kelly Abell (Kathy) of Lincoln, NE, Tina Bates (Steve) of Wamego, KS, Kyle Abell (Kemi) of Seattle, WA, Charles “Chuck” Abell (Stephania) of Norman, OK; one sister, Sue Murray of Tuscon, AZ; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Charlie was preceded in death by his sister, Wanda Jean Peterson, and his brother Don Abell.

A private chapel and graveside service will be held for the family on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego and Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call at the Stewart Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; A celebration of Life will be held at a later date TBA.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers the family has suggested a memorial to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Veterans of Foreign Wars – Unmet Needs, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Charles Robert Abell, 87, of Wamego, KS passed away peacefully Saturday, May 16, 2020 at his residence at Home of the Flint Hills in St. George, KS.On July 3, 1932, Charlie was born in Wilsey, KS to Charles Laurel Abell and Alice Rose (Bersuch) Abell.&nbsp; Charlie attended Topeka High School and graduated in 1950. Charlie joined the United States Air Force in August of 1951 and served for 26 years, achieving the rank of Senior Master Sergeant.&nbsp; He was united in marriage to Vera Eileen (Erwin) Abell on September 30, 1954 in Topeka, KS.&nbsp; She precedes him in death.Charlie traveled all over during his years of service.&nbsp; While in service he was awarded the BRONZE STAR, Meritorious Service Medal - 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Joint Service Commondation Medal, Air Force Good Conduct Medal - 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Good Conduct Medal- 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal - 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Presidential Unit Citation, Air Force Longevity Service Medal - 5 Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award - 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Air Force NCO Academy ribbon. Charlie was a lifetime member of the Air Force Sergeants Association.During his years in the service he also attended college classes and received his Bachelors degree from Chaminade College, Honolulu, HI.&nbsp; After retirement from the Air Force in 1977 he attended Stormont Vail Xray Technician School and upon completion took a position at Wamego City Hospital where he worked for 13 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;After retiring from WCH, he and Vera traveled the country visiting family and friends.&nbsp; They spent their summers in Helena, MT enjoying the mountains and scenery that Montana provided.&nbsp;&nbsp;When back home Charlie enjoyed his time reading western books and coin collecting.&nbsp; You could find him Wednesday evenings helping Vera and the kitchen staff prepare meals for United Methodist Church in Wamego. Charlie was known for his calm demeanor and dry humor.&nbsp;&nbsp;Charlie is survived by: Six children:&nbsp; Amy Miller (Doug) of Sugarland, TX, Kenneth C. (K.C.) Abell (Judy, of San Antonio, TX, Kelly Abell (Kathy) of Lincoln, NE, Tina Bates (Steve) of Wamego, KS, Kyle Abell (Kemi) of Seattle, WA, Charles “Chuck” Abell (Stephania) of Norman, OK; one sister, Sue Murray of Tuscon, AZ; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Charlie was preceded in death by his sister, Wanda Jean Peterson, and his brother Don Abell.A private chapel and graveside service will be held for the family on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego and Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call at the Stewart Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; A celebration of Life will be held at a later date TBA.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers the family has suggested a memorial to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Veterans of Foreign Wars – Unmet Needs, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

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