

Marjorie M. Isaac, 84, passed away Friday, March 27th, in Salina. She was born December 20, 1935 near Manchester the daughter of Edwin and Thelma (Gaswint) Jeffrey. Growing up in Abilene, Marjorie attended local schools and graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1953. She also married William Isaac that year. Most all of their married life was spent in Solomon. He preceded her in death in 2003. Marjorie enjoyed reading, puzzles and spending time with family and friends. She was also preceded in death by: parents; three daughters, Jill Julie and Jana and a brother, Marshal Bob Jeffrey. Marjorie is survived by: four grandchildren, Kristy, Marty, Melissa, Megan; five great-grandchildren and three brothers ,Junior, Jim and Clyde Jeffrey.

Private family graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 1st with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating. The family suggests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her name be made to the Salvation Army or D.A.V. They may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410.



Marjorie M. Isaac, 84, passed away Friday, March 27th, in Salina. She was born December 20, 1935 near Manchester the daughter of Edwin and Thelma (Gaswint) Jeffrey. Growing up in Abilene, Marjorie attended local schools and graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1953. She also married William Isaac that year. Most all of their married life was spent in Solomon. He preceded her in death in 2003. Marjorie enjoyed reading, puzzles and spending time with family and friends. She was also preceded in death by: parents; three daughters, Jill Julie and Jana and a brother, Marshal Bob Jeffrey. Marjorie is survived by: four grandchildren, Kristy, Marty, Melissa, Megan; five great-grandchildren and three brothers ,Junior, Jim and Clyde Jeffrey.Private family graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 1st with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating. The family suggests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions in her name be made to the Salvation Army or D.A.V. They may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Marjorie M. Isaac



Dr. Max L. Long, 93, Abilene, Kansas passed away at his home, March 27th, 2020.

He was born March 27th, 1927 at the family farm south of Chapman, Kansas, to Loren and Esther (Buhrer) Long.

Max attended Prairie Cottage Grade School and graduated from Chapman High School in 1945. He attended Kansas State University. He graduated from Kansas State Chiropractic College in October, 1955. He started his practice in Wichita, but in November, 1956 he returned to Abilene and practiced until fall of 2018 when his health forced him to retire. One of Max’s greatest joys was being able to help people.

Max married Edna Edwards, March 4, 1956 in Topeka, Kansas.

He is survived by his wife of the home, two sons, Jeffrey, Salina, kansas, Bruce (Deana, Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Sarah Long, Abilene, Lysa (Derrick) Matthew, Bronson, Kansas, Jessica Long, Tucson, Arizona, Joel (Kiersten) Long, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Jonah Long and Lydia Long, Dallas, Texas. Max was blessed with thirteen great-grandchildren . One sister Phyllis Kolling, Abilene, sister-in-law Linda Long, Columbus, Ohio.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Leland and brother-in-law Henry Kolling.

The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations in Max’s memory to First Christian Church where he served as an elder for decades until he became elder emeritus. Memorials may be mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.



Dr. Max L. Long, 93, Abilene, Kansas passed away at his home, March 27th, 2020.He was born March 27th, 1927 at the family farm south of Chapman, Kansas, to Loren and Esther (Buhrer) Long.Max attended Prairie Cottage Grade School and graduated from Chapman High School in 1945. He attended Kansas State University. He graduated from Kansas State Chiropractic College in October, 1955. He started his practice in Wichita, but in November, 1956 he returned to Abilene and practiced until fall of 2018 when his health forced him to retire. One of Max’s greatest joys was being able to help people.Max married Edna Edwards, March 4, 1956 in Topeka, Kansas.He is survived by his wife of the home, two sons, Jeffrey, Salina, kansas, Bruce (Deana, Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Sarah Long, Abilene, Lysa (Derrick) Matthew, Bronson, Kansas, Jessica Long, Tucson, Arizona, Joel (Kiersten) Long, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Jonah Long and Lydia Long, Dallas, Texas. Max was blessed with thirteen great-grandchildren . One sister Phyllis Kolling, Abilene, sister-in-law Linda Long, Columbus, Ohio.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Leland and brother-in-law Henry Kolling.The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations in Max’s memory to First Christian Church where he served as an elder for decades until he became elder emeritus. Memorials may be mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Dr. Max L. Long

Orwin Glenn Havenstein, 79, of Westmoreland, Kansas, died Friday, March 27, 2020, at his home.&nbsp; He was a life-long resident of the area.

Orwin was born March 15, 1941, in Manhattan, Kansas, the son of Carl and Martha Ringel Havenstein.&nbsp; He attended local school.

Orwin spent his adult life as a farmer and rancher, operating his own farm near Flush.&nbsp; He loved to work his cattle and diligently worked the land.&nbsp; He also raised a large garden and was a jack-of-all-trades.&nbsp; He was always willing to help family and friends with a project.&nbsp; In his earlier years he did carpentry work.&nbsp; He loved the time he could spend with his family and enjoyed following the sporting activities of his children and grandchildren.

Orwin married Eleanor LaReta Cogswell on May 6, 1961, in Alma, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives at their home.

Orwin is also survived by his children; Steve Havenstein (Sherry, Wamego, Mark Havenstein (Pam, Westmoreland, and Teresa Peverley (Guy, Wamego; his grandchildren, Lindsay Bryant (Travis, Penokee, Ashley Beam (Garin, St. George, Brad Havenstein, Westmoreland, Dylan Havenstein (Taylor, Wamego, Wyatt Peverley (Catherine, Westmoreland, Brandi Peverley, Hays, and Zack Havenstein, Westmoreland; his great-grandchildren, Lakin, Dawsyn, and Ellie; and his siblings, Shirley Roudybush Auburn, Keith Havenstein, Kansas City.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Joleen Blankley and Marvin Havenstein.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the family will hold a private service.&nbsp; A Celebration of life will be held for the public at a later date.&nbsp; The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital or Shriners Hospitals for Children, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Orwin Glenn Havenstein, 79, of Westmoreland, Kansas, died Friday, March 27, 2020, at his home.&nbsp; He was a life-long resident of the area.Orwin was born March 15, 1941, in Manhattan, Kansas, the son of Carl and Martha Ringel Havenstein.&nbsp; He attended local school.Orwin spent his adult life as a farmer and rancher, operating his own farm near Flush.&nbsp; He loved to work his cattle and diligently worked the land.&nbsp; He also raised a large garden and was a jack-of-all-trades.&nbsp; He was always willing to help family and friends with a project.&nbsp; In his earlier years he did carpentry work.&nbsp; He loved the time he could spend with his family and enjoyed following the sporting activities of his children and grandchildren.Orwin married Eleanor LaReta Cogswell on May 6, 1961, in Alma, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives at their home.Orwin is also survived by his children; Steve Havenstein (Sherry, Wamego, Mark Havenstein (Pam, Westmoreland, and Teresa Peverley (Guy, Wamego; his grandchildren, Lindsay Bryant (Travis, Penokee, Ashley Beam (Garin, St. George, Brad Havenstein, Westmoreland, Dylan Havenstein (Taylor, Wamego, Wyatt Peverley (Catherine, Westmoreland, Brandi Peverley, Hays, and Zack Havenstein, Westmoreland; his great-grandchildren, Lakin, Dawsyn, and Ellie; and his siblings, Shirley Roudybush Auburn, Keith Havenstein, Kansas City.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Joleen Blankley and Marvin Havenstein.Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the family will hold a private service.&nbsp; A Celebration of life will be held for the public at a later date.&nbsp; The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital or Shriners Hospitals for Children, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Orwin Glenn Havenstein

Billy LaVern Brown passed away shortly before noon on Sunday, March 29th at the age of 92 at Diversicare of Council Grove. He was born June 13, 1927 to Clifford and Bertha (Morgan) Brown. He lived his entire life in the Dwight community. He attended a school in the country near his home through 8th grade and then Alta Vista High School where he graduated in 1945.&nbsp; He married Rosemary Elizabeth Zeckser on July 28, 1946. They raised four children, Barbara, Kenneth, Larry and Jack.

He was a farmer his entire life. He ran a Grade A dairy until 1978 and raised Black Angus until 2009. He spent the last 3 years of his life residing at Diversicare where he enjoyed serenading the nursing staff. Bill is survived by his son Jack and wife JaNell of Dwight, son Larry and wife Stephanie of Dwight and daughter Barbara. Grandchildren, Cristy Hutchinson and husband Jake of Council Grove, Eric Brown and wife Ashley of Emporia, Sara Weaver and husband Jesse of Osage City, Sandra Engstrom, Darren Engstrom , Julie Thurston and husband Brian of Fort Scott, Anna Brown of Illinois, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bill was preceded in death by his wife, parents, sister Marietta, and his brother Earl, son Kenneth, grandsons Scott Brown and Matt Gillaspie.

He was an active member of The St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alta Vista.

Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, P O Box 235, Alta Vista, Kansas 66834.

There will be no immediate service, but a Celebration of His Life will be scheduled at a later date.

Billy LaVern Brown passed away shortly before noon on Sunday, March 29th at the age of 92 at Diversicare of Council Grove. He was born June 13, 1927 to Clifford and Bertha (Morgan) Brown. He lived his entire life in the Dwight community. He attended a school in the country near his home through 8th grade and then Alta Vista High School where he graduated in 1945.&nbsp; He married Rosemary Elizabeth Zeckser on July 28, 1946. They raised four children, Barbara, Kenneth, Larry and Jack.He was a farmer his entire life. He ran a Grade A dairy until 1978 and raised Black Angus until 2009. He spent the last 3 years of his life residing at Diversicare where he enjoyed serenading the nursing staff. Bill is survived by his son Jack and wife JaNell of Dwight, son Larry and wife Stephanie of Dwight and daughter Barbara. Grandchildren, Cristy Hutchinson and husband Jake of Council Grove, Eric Brown and wife Ashley of Emporia, Sara Weaver and husband Jesse of Osage City, Sandra Engstrom, Darren Engstrom , Julie Thurston and husband Brian of Fort Scott, Anna Brown of Illinois, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bill was preceded in death by his wife, parents, sister Marietta, and his brother Earl, son Kenneth, grandsons Scott Brown and Matt Gillaspie.He was an active member of The St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Alta Vista.Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, P O Box 235, Alta Vista, Kansas 66834.There will be no immediate service, but a Celebration of His Life will be scheduled at a later date.

Billy LaVern Brown

Hattie’s life began on December 6, 1916, the daughter of Ralph and Mattie (Meade) Ullum in Potwin, Kansas. She graduated from Potwin High, Class of 1936. She married Elvin C. Long on July 6, 1938, in El Dorado, Kansas. She was a farm wife and worked 16 years at Wheat State Manor as a dietary aide. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Potwin where she taught Sunday School and was also the Sunday School Superintendent. Clubs included the Golden Age Club, Pinnocle Club and she appreciated going to Christian Women’s Fellowship. Hattie loved her flower garden, her dog, Daisy and enjoyed playing pitch. After their husbands passed away, Jessie Bayes and Hattie had a great time traveling all over the United States.&nbsp; At 102 years of age she went to her first Kansas University Basketball Game where she also met Coach Bill Self.

Her loving family includes her son, Lonnie W. Long of Andover, Kansas; daughter, Lavon Tetrick of El Dorado; sister, Virginia McClurg of El Dorado; Seven grandchildren, Geoffrey Long (Cheryl, Tracy Long Sikora, Dan Ravenscraft, Lora Ravenscraft, Christine Melugin (Monty, Kelly Tetrick (Mandy, and Michelle Frye; 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elvin in 1981; infant son, Monty Joe Long; son, Lamont Long; daughter and son-in-law Linda and Jerry Ravenscraft; daughter-in-law, Norma Long; son-in-law, Gene Tetrick; brothers, Ralph and Roy Ullum; sisters, Ivene Ford, Florence Potts, Gladys Stites and Hazel Parsons. Hattie passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2020, at the age of 103 years old.

You may pay your respects at the Lamb Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, from 9 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. There will be a private family graveside service at McGill Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date when the State of Kansas lifts the stay-at-home order.

Contributions in her name may be directed to the First Christian Church of Potwin, in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Hattie’s life began on December 6, 1916, the daughter of Ralph and Mattie (Meade) Ullum in Potwin, Kansas. She graduated from Potwin High, Class of 1936. She married Elvin C. Long on July 6, 1938, in El Dorado, Kansas. She was a farm wife and worked 16 years at Wheat State Manor as a dietary aide. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Potwin where she taught Sunday School and was also the Sunday School Superintendent. Clubs included the Golden Age Club, Pinnocle Club and she appreciated going to Christian Women’s Fellowship. Hattie loved her flower garden, her dog, Daisy and enjoyed playing pitch. After their husbands passed away, Jessie Bayes and Hattie had a great time traveling all over the United States.&nbsp; At 102 years of age she went to her first Kansas University Basketball Game where she also met Coach Bill Self.Her loving family includes her son, Lonnie W. Long of Andover, Kansas; daughter, Lavon Tetrick of El Dorado; sister, Virginia McClurg of El Dorado; Seven grandchildren, Geoffrey Long (Cheryl, Tracy Long Sikora, Dan Ravenscraft, Lora Ravenscraft, Christine Melugin (Monty, Kelly Tetrick (Mandy, and Michelle Frye; 15 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elvin in 1981; infant son, Monty Joe Long; son, Lamont Long; daughter and son-in-law Linda and Jerry Ravenscraft; daughter-in-law, Norma Long; son-in-law, Gene Tetrick; brothers, Ralph and Roy Ullum; sisters, Ivene Ford, Florence Potts, Gladys Stites and Hazel Parsons. Hattie passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2020, at the age of 103 years old.You may pay your respects at the Lamb Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, from 9 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. There will be a private family graveside service at McGill Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date when the State of Kansas lifts the stay-at-home order.Contributions in her name may be directed to the First Christian Church of Potwin, in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, Kansas 67154.&nbsp;

Hattie Opal Long - December 6, 1916-March 27, 2020 (age 103)

Richard A. Nemechek, 73, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020. A Memorial Service will be held at a future date.

Richard A. Nemechek, 73, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020. A Memorial Service will be held at a future date.

Richard A. Nemechek



Calixta P. "Alice" Butcher, 84, of Junction City, KS died March 24, 2020 at Enterprise Nursing Home, Enterprise, KS.

Alice was born October 14, 1935, Samar, the Philippines to Carlos and Eugenia (Portiles) Magan. She worked for many years in Grandview, MO for the U S government manufacturing electrical components.

Alice was a very independent woman and she absolutely loved going to the Casino, taking walks and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Magan of Bloomfield, MO, her four sons, Arnoldo (Jocelyn) Vasquez of San Diego, CA, Donnie (Tessie) Magan of San Diego, CA, Carlos (Rose) Vasquez of Las Vegas, NV and Dennis Butcher of Junction City, KS. She is also survived by her beloved niece CeCi (Johnathan) Nieves and their 7 children of Junction City, KS; sixteen Grandchildren and Several Great-Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters.



Calixta P. "Alice" Butcher, 84, of Junction City, KS died March 24, 2020 at Enterprise Nursing Home, Enterprise, KS.Alice was born October 14, 1935, Samar, the Philippines to Carlos and Eugenia (Portiles) Magan. She worked for many years in Grandview, MO for the U S government manufacturing electrical components.Alice was a very independent woman and she absolutely loved going to the Casino, taking walks and spending time with her family.She is survived by her daughter, Catherine Magan of Bloomfield, MO, her four sons, Arnoldo (Jocelyn) Vasquez of San Diego, CA, Donnie (Tessie) Magan of San Diego, CA, Carlos (Rose) Vasquez of Las Vegas, NV and Dennis Butcher of Junction City, KS. She is also survived by her beloved niece CeCi (Johnathan) Nieves and their 7 children of Junction City, KS; sixteen Grandchildren and Several Great-Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters.

Calixta P. "Alice" Butcher



Carmencita (Carmen) Oarmata Analupa, age 70, longtime resident of Junction City, Kansas, passed away in her home surrounded by her family who cherished her on the evening of Tuesday, March 24th, 2020, after a long battle with cancer.

Carmen was born on May 5th, 1949 in Buhi, Camarines Sur, Bicol Providence, Philippines. she was raised by her grandmother and grandfather Maximo Analupa.

Carmen finished high school and was in her first year of college when she met the love of her life, her ‘Darling’, Charles (Chuck) Kiser, while he was visiting the Philippines on R&amp;R from serving in Vietnam. It was love at first sight for Chuck when he saw her waving at him from a coffee shop window, which, she claims she was merely cleaning the window because she worked there. Nonetheless, the coffee shop was his new favorite hangout which eventually led to a chaperoned courtship, letters from Vietnam, then a proposal. Chuck and Carmen were married on July 19, 1970 at the Ermita Church in Manila, Philippines. And the legacy began.

Chuck brought Carmen back to the United States and she grew into the most outstanding wife, mother, friend, sister, neighbor that anyone could ask for. They continued to travel to different duty stations, had three children, and eventually settled in Junction City, Kansas in 1985. For many years, Carmen had a home daycare that kept her yard full of Little Tike toys, her arms full of babies, and their faces full of red lipstick printed kiss marks. She loved every child who came into her home including each of the friends her children brought home.

Carmen’s biggest priority was serving and loving Jesus. She attended the Catholic church on Fort Riley, as well as, St. Xavier’s. She would serve in any capacity she could; reading, singing, decorating, teaching, organizing the rosaries, and even consoling crying babies. “Put God first because He is so good, and everything else will fall into place.” was what anyone would hear if she had your attention long enough. The first-time Carmen battled breast cancer in 2004, she remembered a distinct moment of God answering her prayer of healing her pain from chemotherapy side effects, “Jesus Have Mercy On Me,” was her favorite prayer and from then on, she never went a day without praising Him.

Carmen was heavily involved with our local Filipino-American organizations. She enjoyed sharing her culture dances, celebrations for all reasons, and food for anyone that came into her home. Carmen never wanted anyone to go hungry, even if they ‘said’ were full. She was always so welcoming to all new Filipino families and wanted to be sure they got adjusted and plugged in to the community.

Carmen was also involved in the Lion’s Club, Catholic Women of the Chapel, Troubadours, Meals on Wheels. She enjoyed going on drives with her husband, color coordinating their outfits, long phone calls with friends and family, laughing at Filipino parties, singing to her flowers as she watered them, watching EWTN, cooking for anyone and everyone, the color red (especially in lipstick, decorating her home, finding the best deals at any store, taking care of her children, and spoiling her grandchildren.

Carmen is survived by her loving spouse, Chuck Kiser of Junction City; her three grateful children and their spouses: Chuckie and Jessica of Junction City, Chris and Imee of Midenhal, England, Carmelinda and Will (Cornell) of Rock Springs, Wyoming; her five grandchildren whom she lit up her face: Chuckie (IV) and Isabel Kiser, Chris (Jr) Kiser, Olyvia and Judson Cornell, and Sisters in Italy, Switzerland, Philippines, many cousins, and all the friends she considered to be her family.

Carmen preceded in death, her parents and grandparents.

It is with great sorrow and disappointment in our current environment surrounding the COVID-19, that only a private family mass will be celebrated at St. Xavier’s Catholic Church, followed by a Burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery. We do plan to record them on Facebook Live so you can join us virtually. The family does plan to have a Celebration of Life for Carmen at a later date.

Carmen felt and knew all the love, support, and prayers she received from people all over the world. She was so grateful and so is her family. We thank you with all of our Heart.

Should friends desire, contributions may be sent to EWTN, Eternal Word Television Network, and/or to St Jude Children Hospital.

Carmencita (Carmen) Oarmata Analupa, age 70, longtime resident of Junction City, Kansas, passed away in her home surrounded by her family who cherished her on the evening of Tuesday, March 24th, 2020, after a long battle with cancer.Carmen was born on May 5th, 1949 in Buhi, Camarines Sur, Bicol Providence, Philippines. she was raised by her grandmother and grandfather Maximo Analupa.Carmen finished high school and was in her first year of college when she met the love of her life, her ‘Darling’, Charles (Chuck) Kiser, while he was visiting the Philippines on R&amp;R from serving in Vietnam. It was love at first sight for Chuck when he saw her waving at him from a coffee shop window, which, she claims she was merely cleaning the window because she worked there. Nonetheless, the coffee shop was his new favorite hangout which eventually led to a chaperoned courtship, letters from Vietnam, then a proposal. Chuck and Carmen were married on July 19, 1970 at the Ermita Church in Manila, Philippines. And the legacy began.Chuck brought Carmen back to the United States and she grew into the most outstanding wife, mother, friend, sister, neighbor that anyone could ask for. They continued to travel to different duty stations, had three children, and eventually settled in Junction City, Kansas in 1985. For many years, Carmen had a home daycare that kept her yard full of Little Tike toys, her arms full of babies, and their faces full of red lipstick printed kiss marks. She loved every child who came into her home including each of the friends her children brought home.Carmen’s biggest priority was serving and loving Jesus. She attended the Catholic church on Fort Riley, as well as, St. Xavier’s. She would serve in any capacity she could; reading, singing, decorating, teaching, organizing the rosaries, and even consoling crying babies. “Put God first because He is so good, and everything else will fall into place.” was what anyone would hear if she had your attention long enough. The first-time Carmen battled breast cancer in 2004, she remembered a distinct moment of God answering her prayer of healing her pain from chemotherapy side effects, “Jesus Have Mercy On Me,” was her favorite prayer and from then on, she never went a day without praising Him.Carmen was heavily involved with our local Filipino-American organizations. She enjoyed sharing her culture dances, celebrations for all reasons, and food for anyone that came into her home. Carmen never wanted anyone to go hungry, even if they ‘said’ were full. She was always so welcoming to all new Filipino families and wanted to be sure they got adjusted and plugged in to the community.Carmen was also involved in the Lion’s Club, Catholic Women of the Chapel, Troubadours, Meals on Wheels. She enjoyed going on drives with her husband, color coordinating their outfits, long phone calls with friends and family, laughing at Filipino parties, singing to her flowers as she watered them, watching EWTN, cooking for anyone and everyone, the color red (especially in lipstick, decorating her home, finding the best deals at any store, taking care of her children, and spoiling her grandchildren.Carmen is survived by her loving spouse, Chuck Kiser of Junction City; her three grateful children and their spouses: Chuckie and Jessica of Junction City, Chris and Imee of Midenhal, England, Carmelinda and Will (Cornell) of Rock Springs, Wyoming; her five grandchildren whom she lit up her face: Chuckie (IV) and Isabel Kiser, Chris (Jr) Kiser, Olyvia and Judson Cornell, and Sisters in Italy, Switzerland, Philippines, many cousins, and all the friends she considered to be her family.Carmen preceded in death, her parents and grandparents.It is with great sorrow and disappointment in our current environment surrounding the COVID-19, that only a private family mass will be celebrated at St. Xavier’s Catholic Church, followed by a Burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery. We do plan to record them on Facebook Live so you can join us virtually. The family does plan to have a Celebration of Life for Carmen at a later date.Carmen felt and knew all the love, support, and prayers she received from people all over the world. She was so grateful and so is her family. We thank you with all of our Heart.Should friends desire, contributions may be sent to EWTN, Eternal Word Television Network, and/or to St Jude Children Hospital.

Carmencita (Carmen) Oarmata Analupa Kiser



Robert Eugene Schmoekel, 77, of Overland Park, passed away on March 26, 2020. He was born on February 20, 1943 to Fred and Valeria (Pflughoeft) Schmoekel in Ellsworth, KS.

He had been diagnosed with congestive heart failure 5 years ago. He had continued being fit and enjoying the outdoors until the past 6 months.

Robert worked as a Teacher and Coach for 52 years. He began his career the Spring of 1966 as a student teacher and assisted with track at JCHS under Al Simpler. He was hired to be a geography teacher and Head Track Coach at Junction City Junior High School. He then left for 1 year to teach and coach at Wyandotte High School. In 1970, he moved to Randolph and coached high school football, basketball, and track. In 1972 he moved back to Junction City to teach and be the Head Cross Country Coach for JCHS, along with being an assistant for track, basketball, and football. In 1982 he took over the head Track position as well. In 2007 he retired from his teaching and head coaching positions, but he continued to coach as an assistant in Track and XC until 2017. He just loved coaching and kids loved him. Robert had numerous state championships throughout his coaching career. More important than the championships, though, are the strong and lasting relationships that he built with his many assistant coaches, athletes (JV or Varsity, and students throughout his career. He was, as so many people have simply said, “A Great Coach….but Better Man”. He has and will continue to impact so many people. His hard work ethic and care for others will live on forever. Coach was the kindest, humblest, most dedicated and selfless person.

On June 7, 1970, he married Suzan Kathleen Schmoekel (Hicks). They lived most of their married life in Junction City, KS. Their 50th Wedding Anniversary was to be celebrated this coming Summer. Currently they were living in Overland Park, KS. Moving to this area allowed them to be closer to their youngest grandchildren and be a part of their daily lives.

Robert was a very active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Junction City throughout his time living there. After moving to Overland Park, he became a member of the Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Olathe. He enjoyed being with his grandkids, playing the piano, being outdoors, running, reading scriptures, and playing with his cats, Jack and Joy.

Robert is survived by his loving wife, Suzan; daughter, Gretchen (Matt) Westerhaus; son, Matt (Kelly) Schmoekel; grandchildren, Kate and Kody Westerhaus, Nate, Drew, and Elin Schmoekel; and sister, Janie Schmoekel (Sundgren).

He was preceded in death by his Father, Fred Schmoekel, and Mother, Valeria (Pflughoeft) Schmoekel.

Services will be at a later date once we’re allowed to all gather together again. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution is suggested to one of the following:

• A fund has been established for the Coach Schmoekel Memorial Scholarship.

Please make checks payable to the Geary Community Schools Foundation and in the memo line CSMS.

• Immanuel Lutheran Church in Junction City, KS

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Robert Eugene Schmoekel, 77, of Overland Park, passed away on March 26, 2020. He was born on February 20, 1943 to Fred and Valeria (Pflughoeft) Schmoekel in Ellsworth, KS.He had been diagnosed with congestive heart failure 5 years ago. He had continued being fit and enjoying the outdoors until the past 6 months.Robert worked as a Teacher and Coach for 52 years. He began his career the Spring of 1966 as a student teacher and assisted with track at JCHS under Al Simpler. He was hired to be a geography teacher and Head Track Coach at Junction City Junior High School. He then left for 1 year to teach and coach at Wyandotte High School. In 1970, he moved to Randolph and coached high school football, basketball, and track. In 1972 he moved back to Junction City to teach and be the Head Cross Country Coach for JCHS, along with being an assistant for track, basketball, and football. In 1982 he took over the head Track position as well. In 2007 he retired from his teaching and head coaching positions, but he continued to coach as an assistant in Track and XC until 2017. He just loved coaching and kids loved him. Robert had numerous state championships throughout his coaching career. More important than the championships, though, are the strong and lasting relationships that he built with his many assistant coaches, athletes (JV or Varsity, and students throughout his career. He was, as so many people have simply said, “A Great Coach….but Better Man”. He has and will continue to impact so many people. His hard work ethic and care for others will live on forever. Coach was the kindest, humblest, most dedicated and selfless person.On June 7, 1970, he married Suzan Kathleen Schmoekel (Hicks). They lived most of their married life in Junction City, KS. Their 50th Wedding Anniversary was to be celebrated this coming Summer. Currently they were living in Overland Park, KS. Moving to this area allowed them to be closer to their youngest grandchildren and be a part of their daily lives.Robert was a very active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Junction City throughout his time living there. After moving to Overland Park, he became a member of the Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Olathe. He enjoyed being with his grandkids, playing the piano, being outdoors, running, reading scriptures, and playing with his cats, Jack and Joy.Robert is survived by his loving wife, Suzan; daughter, Gretchen (Matt) Westerhaus; son, Matt (Kelly) Schmoekel; grandchildren, Kate and Kody Westerhaus, Nate, Drew, and Elin Schmoekel; and sister, Janie Schmoekel (Sundgren).He was preceded in death by his Father, Fred Schmoekel, and Mother, Valeria (Pflughoeft) Schmoekel.Services will be at a later date once we’re allowed to all gather together again. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution is suggested to one of the following:• A fund has been established for the Coach Schmoekel Memorial Scholarship.Contributions may be sent to:Geary Community Schools Foundation900 N. EisenhowerJunction City, KS 66441Please make checks payable to the Geary Community Schools Foundation and in the memo line CSMS.• Immanuel Lutheran Church in Junction City, KSContributions may be sent to:Immanuel Lutheran Church630 S. Eisenhower Dr.Junction City, KS 66441

Robert "Bob" Schmoekel 

Benjamin Joseph "B.J." Eichem, 78, Wamego, KS passed away Monday, March 23, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.

Private graveside services for B.J. will be held at the Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Wamego Public Library and the First Presbyterian Church, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Benjamin Joseph "B.J." Eichem, 78, Wamego, KS passed away Monday, March 23, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.Private graveside services for B.J. will be held at the Wamego City Cemetery.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Wamego Public Library and the First Presbyterian Church, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Benjamin Joseph "B.J." Eichem



Betty H. Schulz, age 90, died on Saturday March 14, 2020 at the Stoneybrook Health &amp; Rehab, Manhattan, Kansas.

She was born August 15, 1929 in Delco, Idaho, daughter of Alice Jane (McLaws) and Reginald B. Hamilton.

Betty attended school in Tooele, Utah and moved to Manhattan, KS in 1959. She worked at Kansas Farm Bureau from January 1960 until October 1966. She worked at Ft. Riley, KS from October 1966 until her retirement in August 1990.

Her husband, William (Bill) Kershner preceded her in death in August 1964. One son, Michael B. Kershner died in May 1966. She married Donald V. Schulz in July 1967. He preceded her in death in May 2005.

Betty was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. She was a member of the American Legion Post 17 Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary and the Republican Women’s Organization.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Program at Meadowlark Hills in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.



Betty H. Schulz, age 90, died on Saturday March 14, 2020 at the Stoneybrook Health &amp; Rehab, Manhattan, Kansas.She was born August 15, 1929 in Delco, Idaho, daughter of Alice Jane (McLaws) and Reginald B. Hamilton.Betty attended school in Tooele, Utah and moved to Manhattan, KS in 1959. She worked at Kansas Farm Bureau from January 1960 until October 1966. She worked at Ft. Riley, KS from October 1966 until her retirement in August 1990.Her husband, William (Bill) Kershner preceded her in death in August 1964. One son, Michael B. Kershner died in May 1966. She married Donald V. Schulz in July 1967. He preceded her in death in May 2005.Betty was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. She was a member of the American Legion Post 17 Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary and the Republican Women’s Organization.Celebration of Life Services will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Program at Meadowlark Hills in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Betty H. Schulz



Richard O. Wagoner, 90, died March 13, 2020 in Leonardville, Kansas.

He was born March 5, 1930 in Wamego the son of Walter and Ada (Burroth) Wagoner. He was a Mechanic assistant at Brewer Motor Company for over 26 years. He also worked at Dillons and was a crossing guard also.

Richard was a life member of VFW Post #1705, member &amp; past president of Eagles Lodge #2468 and he bowled on league teams for many years.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.



Richard O. Wagoner, 90, died March 13, 2020 in Leonardville, Kansas.He was born March 5, 1930 in Wamego the son of Walter and Ada (Burroth) Wagoner. He was a Mechanic assistant at Brewer Motor Company for over 26 years. He also worked at Dillons and was a crossing guard also.Richard was a life member of VFW Post #1705, member &amp; past president of Eagles Lodge #2468 and he bowled on league teams for many years.Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

Richard O. Wagoner



Doris Louise (Mead) Phillips died March 22, 2020 at the age of 97. She was born May 15, 1922 in Smith County Kansas, the daughter of Amaziah Charles Mead and Lillie Luvinia (Roseborough) Mead, the youngest of three girls.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, infant son Stanley Glenn, daughter Carol Jean (Phillips) Frye, and husband William Maurice Phillips.

The family moved to Manhattan in 1927 where her father was employed by Kansas State College. Both parents died while Doris was a student in Junior and Senior High School. After her mother's death she lived with her sisters until graduating from high school in 1940. Even before graduating, and after, she held stenographic and secretarial positions in the Manhattan business community and at Kansas State University. ln the fall of 1945 she was working for Professor A. L. Clapp as office manager of the Kansas Crop Improvement Association. ln September of that year William (Bill) Phillips, a World War Il veteran, was discharged from the army and applied for a job with the Association where he met Doris. At this first meeting neither of them would have predicted that the relationship would develop as it did, but Bill and Doris were married April 18, 1946. That happy marriage lasted for more than 72 years. Doris continued to work on the KSU campus until early 1948 when they moved to Hays, Kansas, where Bill was employed by the U. S. Department of Agriculture and Kansas State University.

Doris worked outside the home for a short time in Hays, but then became a homemaker and mother. Their first child, Stanley Glenn, lived only a few days. Subsequent births included Robert Keith, Carol Jean, Donald Mark, and Roger Dean. Carol died in 2007. Survivors include children Bob and Roya Phillips, Fullerton, CA, Don and Becky Phillips, Alexandria, VA, Roger and Sue Phillips, Rio Rancho, NM, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Doris and Bill were involved in the children's activities, including teaching Sunday School classes, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Brownies, Girl Scouts and 4-H. ln addition Doris sang in the church choir, was active and did volunteer work in other church and social organizations.

Except for a few months in 1951 when Bill was transferred to Spur, Texas, they lived in Hays until Bill retired in January 1985 and they moved to Manhattan. At that time Doris quickly became involved in church and other activities. She sang in the church choir and also in the Flint Hills Masterworks Chorale and in a summer chorus. She was a long-time member of World Friendship where she served in several leadership roles. Women of the international community loved and respected Doris. She joined the KSU Social Club in 1985 and was active as an officer, member of the executive board and interest groups. Along with those activities Doris and Bill traveled extensively with jaunts to several foreign countries, numerous sites in the U.S. and to visit family.

Due to the current world events, no service is planned. The family suggests Doris would be pleased if people celebrated her life by sharing time with family and friends, perhaps with a coffee, cookie, chocolate or ice cream.

For those who desire to memorialize Doris, the family requests gifts to Music Guild Endowment Fund, First Presbyterian Church of Manhattan or to the charity of their choice.



Doris Louise (Mead) Phillips died March 22, 2020 at the age of 97. She was born May 15, 1922 in Smith County Kansas, the daughter of Amaziah Charles Mead and Lillie Luvinia (Roseborough) Mead, the youngest of three girls.She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, infant son Stanley Glenn, daughter Carol Jean (Phillips) Frye, and husband William Maurice Phillips.The family moved to Manhattan in 1927 where her father was employed by Kansas State College. Both parents died while Doris was a student in Junior and Senior High School. After her mother's death she lived with her sisters until graduating from high school in 1940. Even before graduating, and after, she held stenographic and secretarial positions in the Manhattan business community and at Kansas State University. ln the fall of 1945 she was working for Professor A. L. Clapp as office manager of the Kansas Crop Improvement Association. ln September of that year William (Bill) Phillips, a World War Il veteran, was discharged from the army and applied for a job with the Association where he met Doris. At this first meeting neither of them would have predicted that the relationship would develop as it did, but Bill and Doris were married April 18, 1946. That happy marriage lasted for more than 72 years. Doris continued to work on the KSU campus until early 1948 when they moved to Hays, Kansas, where Bill was employed by the U. S. Department of Agriculture and Kansas State University.Doris worked outside the home for a short time in Hays, but then became a homemaker and mother. Their first child, Stanley Glenn, lived only a few days. Subsequent births included Robert Keith, Carol Jean, Donald Mark, and Roger Dean. Carol died in 2007. Survivors include children Bob and Roya Phillips, Fullerton, CA, Don and Becky Phillips, Alexandria, VA, Roger and Sue Phillips, Rio Rancho, NM, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Doris and Bill were involved in the children's activities, including teaching Sunday School classes, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Brownies, Girl Scouts and 4-H. ln addition Doris sang in the church choir, was active and did volunteer work in other church and social organizations.Except for a few months in 1951 when Bill was transferred to Spur, Texas, they lived in Hays until Bill retired in January 1985 and they moved to Manhattan. At that time Doris quickly became involved in church and other activities. She sang in the church choir and also in the Flint Hills Masterworks Chorale and in a summer chorus. She was a long-time member of World Friendship where she served in several leadership roles. Women of the international community loved and respected Doris. She joined the KSU Social Club in 1985 and was active as an officer, member of the executive board and interest groups. Along with those activities Doris and Bill traveled extensively with jaunts to several foreign countries, numerous sites in the U.S. and to visit family.Due to the current world events, no service is planned. The family suggests Doris would be pleased if people celebrated her life by sharing time with family and friends, perhaps with a coffee, cookie, chocolate or ice cream.For those who desire to memorialize Doris, the family requests gifts to Music Guild Endowment Fund, First Presbyterian Church of Manhattan or to the charity of their choice.

Doris Louise (Mead) Phillips

Tami Gayle Bagley, 58, of Eskridge, Kansas, died, Friday, March 20, 2020, at her home. &nbsp;

Tami was born on May 5, 1961, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of John and Sandra Walker Frank. &nbsp;She attended local schools and graduated in 1979 from Wabaunsee High School. &nbsp;Tami’s intent was to enter the Armed Forces, but her health kept her from joining.

Tami worked for various mortgage companies as a closing agent. &nbsp;She lived and worked in several places including Pasadena, CA., Atlanta, GA., Boston, MA. and Dallas, TX. &nbsp;She returned to Kansas from 2007-2009 then returned to Dallas until she moved back to Eskridge in 2013.

Tami loved animals, especially her dogs. &nbsp;She also was a pet foster parent. &nbsp;Tami loved to cook and doing BBQs. &nbsp;She enjoyed shopping and drinking sweet tea. &nbsp;Tami was a very giving person and shared what she had with family and friends. &nbsp;She did not have a specific favorite team, but loved to watch sports of all kinds.

Tami married Alejandro Arceo in 1980, in Alma. &nbsp;They were later divorced. &nbsp;She then married Ronald Bagley in 1992. &nbsp;They were later divorced.

Tami is survived by her sons. Alex Arceo (Josefina) , San Antonio, Texas, and Juan Arceo (Christina, Balch Springs, Texas; her grandchildren, Alexis, Matthew, Jonathan, Ashley, and Alexandra; her siblings, Richard Frank, Galena, Suzette Stockman, Kansas City, Doug Frank (Rebecca, Eskridge, and Felicia Rush (David, Arlington, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. &nbsp;Tami was preceded in death by her parents; a brother Mike Frank and her nephew, Christopher Frank.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm. until 7:00 pm, on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at Campanella-Gentry Funeral Home in Alma, Kansas. &nbsp;Due to the restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 virus pandemic, numbers will be restricted to 50 or less, per the Governor’s orders. &nbsp;Tami’s body will be cremated following the visitation. &nbsp;The family suggests memorials to Helping Hands Humane Society or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and those may be sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;

Tami Gayle Bagley, 58, of Eskridge, Kansas, died, Friday, March 20, 2020, at her home. &nbsp;Tami was born on May 5, 1961, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of John and Sandra Walker Frank. &nbsp;She attended local schools and graduated in 1979 from Wabaunsee High School. &nbsp;Tami’s intent was to enter the Armed Forces, but her health kept her from joining.Tami worked for various mortgage companies as a closing agent. &nbsp;She lived and worked in several places including Pasadena, CA., Atlanta, GA., Boston, MA. and Dallas, TX. &nbsp;She returned to Kansas from 2007-2009 then returned to Dallas until she moved back to Eskridge in 2013.Tami loved animals, especially her dogs. &nbsp;She also was a pet foster parent. &nbsp;Tami loved to cook and doing BBQs. &nbsp;She enjoyed shopping and drinking sweet tea. &nbsp;Tami was a very giving person and shared what she had with family and friends. &nbsp;She did not have a specific favorite team, but loved to watch sports of all kinds.Tami married Alejandro Arceo in 1980, in Alma. &nbsp;They were later divorced. &nbsp;She then married Ronald Bagley in 1992. &nbsp;They were later divorced.Tami is survived by her sons. Alex Arceo (Josefina) , San Antonio, Texas, and Juan Arceo (Christina, Balch Springs, Texas; her grandchildren, Alexis, Matthew, Jonathan, Ashley, and Alexandra; her siblings, Richard Frank, Galena, Suzette Stockman, Kansas City, Doug Frank (Rebecca, Eskridge, and Felicia Rush (David, Arlington, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. &nbsp;Tami was preceded in death by her parents; a brother Mike Frank and her nephew, Christopher Frank.A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm. until 7:00 pm, on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at Campanella-Gentry Funeral Home in Alma, Kansas. &nbsp;Due to the restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 virus pandemic, numbers will be restricted to 50 or less, per the Governor’s orders. &nbsp;Tami’s body will be cremated following the visitation. &nbsp;The family suggests memorials to Helping Hands Humane Society or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and those may be sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;

Tami Gayle Bagley

Milton Dean Berg, 79, of rural Blaine, Kansas, died Thursday, March 19, 2020, at the Frankfort Community Care Home. &nbsp;He was a life-long resident of the community.

Milton was born on June 3, 1940, in Frankfort, the son of Gustav and Rosalinde Stelter Berg. &nbsp;He attended local schools and graduated from Wheaton High School in 1958.

Milton was a farmer and Stockman and was the fourth generation owner and operator of the family farm north of Blaine. &nbsp;Also Milton, was a heavy equipment operator for Pottawatomie County. &nbsp;Milton was a Clear Creek Township Trustee and had also served as an officer for St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton and then New Hope Lutheran Church in Onaga. &nbsp;In earlier years, he was on the Board of Directors for the Kansas Dog Breeders Association.

Milton married Joyce Biesenthal on May 7, 1967, in Wheaton, Kansas. &nbsp;She survives at their home. &nbsp;

Joyce and Milton enjoyed traveling and spending time with his children and grandchildren, attending sporting events and other family activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Milton was loved by all and voted 2020 Valentine’s King of the Frankfort Community Care Home.

Milton is also survived by his children; Millie and David Erichsen, Oviedo, Florida, Troy Berg and Stacy Mahan , of Blaine, April &nbsp;and Brian McCullough, Salina, and Peggy and Dennis Brown, Apopka, Florida; &nbsp;his grandchildren, Debbie and Samantha Berg, Michael Mahan, Courtney and Claire McCullough and Silas Brown; his sister, Betty Koch, Blaine; and sisters-in-law, Karen and Gordon True, Mason City, Iowa, Leslie and Gary Blume, Wheaton, and Marla and Adrian Cordel, Beloit. &nbsp;Milton was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter- in- law, Brenda Berg.

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, a private service will be held with burial at Berg Cemetery. &nbsp;A Celebration of Life is planned and will be held in the summer. &nbsp;The date for that service will be announced. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to New Hope Lutheran Church and Frankfort Community Care Home, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Kufahl Funeral Home.

Milton Dean Berg, 79, of rural Blaine, Kansas, died Thursday, March 19, 2020, at the Frankfort Community Care Home. &nbsp;He was a life-long resident of the community.Milton was born on June 3, 1940, in Frankfort, the son of Gustav and Rosalinde Stelter Berg. &nbsp;He attended local schools and graduated from Wheaton High School in 1958.Milton was a farmer and Stockman and was the fourth generation owner and operator of the family farm north of Blaine. &nbsp;Also Milton, was a heavy equipment operator for Pottawatomie County. &nbsp;Milton was a Clear Creek Township Trustee and had also served as an officer for St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton and then New Hope Lutheran Church in Onaga. &nbsp;In earlier years, he was on the Board of Directors for the Kansas Dog Breeders Association.Milton married Joyce Biesenthal on May 7, 1967, in Wheaton, Kansas. &nbsp;She survives at their home. &nbsp;Joyce and Milton enjoyed traveling and spending time with his children and grandchildren, attending sporting events and other family activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Milton was loved by all and voted 2020 Valentine’s King of the Frankfort Community Care Home.Milton is also survived by his children; Millie and David Erichsen, Oviedo, Florida, Troy Berg and Stacy Mahan , of Blaine, April &nbsp;and Brian McCullough, Salina, and Peggy and Dennis Brown, Apopka, Florida; &nbsp;his grandchildren, Debbie and Samantha Berg, Michael Mahan, Courtney and Claire McCullough and Silas Brown; his sister, Betty Koch, Blaine; and sisters-in-law, Karen and Gordon True, Mason City, Iowa, Leslie and Gary Blume, Wheaton, and Marla and Adrian Cordel, Beloit. &nbsp;Milton was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter- in- law, Brenda Berg.Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, a private service will be held with burial at Berg Cemetery. &nbsp;A Celebration of Life is planned and will be held in the summer. &nbsp;The date for that service will be announced. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to New Hope Lutheran Church and Frankfort Community Care Home, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Kufahl Funeral Home.

Milton Dean Berg

Donald R. Dibben, 83, Junction City, KS, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. A private family graveside service will take place. Pastor Dirk Weis will officiate.

 A public service has been postponed due to the current environment surrounding the coronavirus. T his information will be updated once services have been rescheduled. Thank you for your understanding during this challenging time.

Donald R. Dibben, 83, Junction City, KS, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. A private family graveside service will take place. Pastor Dirk Weis will officiate. A public service has been postponed due to the current environment surrounding the coronavirus. T his information will be updated once services have been rescheduled. Thank you for your understanding during this challenging time.

Donald R. Dibben



Rose E. Morin, age 83, of Manhattan, died March 18, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

She was married to Robert E. “Bob” Morin.

Cremation is planned with Mass of the Christian Burial to be held at a later date when everyone is safe to attend the services.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Stagg Hill Golf Club or the Good Shepherd Hospice House. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.



Rose E. Morin, age 83, of Manhattan, died March 18, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.She was born May 12, 1936, in Damar, KS.She was married to Robert E. “Bob” Morin.Cremation is planned with Mass of the Christian Burial to be held at a later date when everyone is safe to attend the services.Memorial contributions may be made to either the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Stagg Hill Golf Club or the Good Shepherd Hospice House. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Rose E. Morin

Shirley Jo Stadel, age 88 of Riley, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020. She was born September 25, 1931 at the family farm south of Clay Center, the daughter of Roy C. and Vella (Boughen) Schrum.

Shirley attended Marymount College in nurses training. On September 24, 1950 she married Melvin Leonard (“Bud”) Stadel and they had two daughters. After their marriage, Shirley had been an active member of the Riley Presbyterian Church since 1951 and served as an Elder for 12 years. She was also a member and President of UPW, served on numerous committees and was involved in many Bible studies. In her later years, she especially enjoyed helping with church and funeral lunches. When first married they lived on the Stadel family farm east of Riley. In 1976 Shirley and Melvin built a new home near the original homestead, and they enjoyed sharing their home with many friends and family members. 

During their married life, Shirley was primarily a homemaker for 23 years. When her children had graduated from high school, Shirley accepted a position at Kansas State University in the Controller’s Office as an office specialist, where she worked for over 20 years coordinating travel expenditures. She retired in 1993. Shirley’s work at the KSU travel department gave her a desire to see other parts of the world. Melvin and Shirley traveled to many locations including South Korea, Egypt, Israel, New Zealand and much of Europe. Shirley and Melvin especially enjoyed traveling to the mountains of Colorado and spent several summers there. After Melvin passed in 2008 she continued traveling to Colorado with her children and grandchildren.

Shirley enjoyed cooking, entertaining, playing cards and collecting antique glassware.

She is survived by her two daughters, Jeryl Powers and husband Bill of Wichita and Deborah Blick and husband Dennis also of Wichita; one sister, Mary Alexander of Leonardville; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant brother, Jackie and her parents.   

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2020 at the Riley Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.                                                                                                            

Memorials may be made to the Riley Presbyterian Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Shirley Jo Stadel, age 88 of Riley, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020. She was born September 25, 1931 at the family farm south of Clay Center, the daughter of Roy C. and Vella (Boughen) Schrum.Shirley attended Marymount College in nurses training. On September 24, 1950 she married Melvin Leonard (“Bud”) Stadel and they had two daughters. After their marriage, Shirley had been an active member of the Riley Presbyterian Church since 1951 and served as an Elder for 12 years. She was also a member and President of UPW, served on numerous committees and was involved in many Bible studies. In her later years, she especially enjoyed helping with church and funeral lunches. When first married they lived on the Stadel family farm east of Riley. In 1976 Shirley and Melvin built a new home near the original homestead, and they enjoyed sharing their home with many friends and family members. During their married life, Shirley was primarily a homemaker for 23 years. When her children had graduated from high school, Shirley accepted a position at Kansas State University in the Controller’s Office as an office specialist, where she worked for over 20 years coordinating travel expenditures. She retired in 1993. Shirley’s work at the KSU travel department gave her a desire to see other parts of the world. Melvin and Shirley traveled to many locations including South Korea, Egypt, Israel, New Zealand and much of Europe. Shirley and Melvin especially enjoyed traveling to the mountains of Colorado and spent several summers there. After Melvin passed in 2008 she continued traveling to Colorado with her children and grandchildren.Shirley enjoyed cooking, entertaining, playing cards and collecting antique glassware.She is survived by her two daughters, Jeryl Powers and husband Bill of Wichita and Deborah Blick and husband Dennis also of Wichita; one sister, Mary Alexander of Leonardville; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant brother, Jackie and her parents. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2020 at the Riley Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Riley Presbyterian Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Shirley Jo Stadel

Eralene A. Suggs, 85, of Manhattan, KS passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at her residence.

Eralene was born in Ethel, Mississippi on October 1, 1934, to the Dilcy Mae (Evans) Fair-Hinkle and Leo Fair.She was married to Fernandos Suggs, Sr. together they had six children. She was in Housekeeping and the Nursery at Mercy Hospital till her retirement. Eralene, loved sports of all kinds.

Eralene is survived by her three daughters, Nell Suggs, of Manhattan, KS; Pinkie Suggs, of Manhattan; KS, Teresa (Karen McGee) Jackson, of Topeka, KS, her two sons, Feranandos Suggs Jr, Sam Suggs of Manhattan, KS; her good friends Patty Miller and John Paul McHugh, her Grandchildren Ty Suggs, LaRon Jackson, LaVale Jackson, Michael (Brooke) Gursky, Joshua McGee, Daryn Miller, Jason McGee, Jacob McGee, and 6 great-grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents, her Husband Fernandos, and a Son Bob Lee Suggs.

Due to the state's new mandates about gatherings, during this time the service is required to be private.The family offers its apologies and wishes the services could be public

.In lieu of flowers, donations can be directed to Mother Eralene Suggs Foundation for Youth Ministries at Mt. Zion Family Worship Center International Ministries. 916 Yuma St Manhattan, KS 66502.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.

Eralene A. Suggs, 85, of Manhattan, KS passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at her residence.Eralene was born in Ethel, Mississippi on October 1, 1934, to the Dilcy Mae (Evans) Fair-Hinkle and Leo Fair.She was married to Fernandos Suggs, Sr. together they had six children. She was in Housekeeping and the Nursery at Mercy Hospital till her retirement. Eralene, loved sports of all kinds.Eralene is survived by her three daughters, Nell Suggs, of Manhattan, KS; Pinkie Suggs, of Manhattan; KS, Teresa (Karen McGee) Jackson, of Topeka, KS, her two sons, Feranandos Suggs Jr, Sam Suggs of Manhattan, KS; her good friends Patty Miller and John Paul McHugh, her Grandchildren Ty Suggs, LaRon Jackson, LaVale Jackson, Michael (Brooke) Gursky, Joshua McGee, Daryn Miller, Jason McGee, Jacob McGee, and 6 great-grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents, her Husband Fernandos, and a Son Bob Lee Suggs.Due to the state's new mandates about gatherings, during this time the service is required to be private.The family offers its apologies and wishes the services could be public.In lieu of flowers, donations can be directed to Mother Eralene Suggs Foundation for Youth Ministries at Mt. Zion Family Worship Center International Ministries. 916 Yuma St Manhattan, KS 66502.Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.

Eralene A. Suggs

Gertrude's life began on September 15, 1922 in Burns.  She was the daughter of Henry and Margaret (Uppenkamp) Olberding.  She attended Prairie Dell (Coyote) Country School and Burns High School, graduating in 1940.  Gertrude was united in marriage to Raymond Weber on October 22, 1941 at Immaculate Conception Church in Burns.

  The couple moved to a farm eight miles south of Clements until 1946 then to a farm west of Matfield Green, followed by a move to north of Burns, and finally to their home east of Marion.  Gertrude went to work as a carpenter in 1962 in Herington with her brother in law Ray and sons Bernard and Wayne where she worked for 27 years.  She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Florence, a member of the Altar Society and Harvest House.  

Gertrude loved her farm animals, selling eggs, textile painting and being a 4-H leader for her children.  Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Faye Taylor of Manhattan, Wayne (Jane) Weber of Marion, Charles (Beverly) Weber of Paola and Dale (Mashawn) Weber of Florence; grandchildren Sheila Williams, Julie (Troy) Shaw, Carolyn (Mike) Bell, Brent ( Cindy) Schmidt, Christina ( Mike) Strauss, Toby Schmidt, Wendy ( Morgan) Miller, Allison (Danny) Forsyth, Andrew (Chelsea) Weber, Larry Weber, Clint ( Virgilene) Weber and Kevin Weber; 28 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren; sister Louise (Jack) Hall of Wichita, daughter in law Donna (Delmer) Fink.  Gertrude passed away on March 13, 2020 at the Salem Mennonite Home in Hillsboro. 

 She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Raymond, son Bernard, brother James Olberding, sister Catherine Brown and son in law Ron Taylor.

 There is no public services due to the COVID-19 situation  She will be laid to rest in Burns Catholic Cemetery.  Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Harvest House.&nbsp;

Gertrude's life began on September 15, 1922 in Burns. She was the daughter of Henry and Margaret (Uppenkamp) Olberding. She attended Prairie Dell (Coyote) Country School and Burns High School, graduating in 1940. Gertrude was united in marriage to Raymond Weber on October 22, 1941 at Immaculate Conception Church in Burns. The couple moved to a farm eight miles south of Clements until 1946 then to a farm west of Matfield Green, followed by a move to north of Burns, and finally to their home east of Marion. Gertrude went to work as a carpenter in 1962 in Herington with her brother in law Ray and sons Bernard and Wayne where she worked for 27 years. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Florence, a member of the Altar Society and Harvest House. Gertrude loved her farm animals, selling eggs, textile painting and being a 4-H leader for her children. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Faye Taylor of Manhattan, Wayne (Jane) Weber of Marion, Charles (Beverly) Weber of Paola and Dale (Mashawn) Weber of Florence; grandchildren Sheila Williams, Julie (Troy) Shaw, Carolyn (Mike) Bell, Brent ( Cindy) Schmidt, Christina ( Mike) Strauss, Toby Schmidt, Wendy ( Morgan) Miller, Allison (Danny) Forsyth, Andrew (Chelsea) Weber, Larry Weber, Clint ( Virgilene) Weber and Kevin Weber; 28 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren; sister Louise (Jack) Hall of Wichita, daughter in law Donna (Delmer) Fink. Gertrude passed away on March 13, 2020 at the Salem Mennonite Home in Hillsboro. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Raymond, son Bernard, brother James Olberding, sister Catherine Brown and son in law Ron Taylor. There is no public services due to the COVID-19 situation She will be laid to rest in Burns Catholic Cemetery. Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Harvest House.&nbsp;

Gertrude M (Olberding) Weber - September 15, 1922 - March 13, 2020 (age 97)

John H. Coffey, 85, of Grandview Plaza, passed away and was promoted to heaven on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. John was born October 27, 1934 at Monette, Kansas, the son of Ervin W. and Irene (Phillips) Coffey.

John attended school in Sedan, Kansas and graduated from Sedan High School in the Class of 1952.

John worked for a time at Shaw Automotive in Sedan as a counter parts salesman, before he was inducted into the U.S. Army. John spent 2 years in the Army and was honorably discharged in July, 1959.

He later worked as the parts salesman at Independence Automotive in Independence, Kansas for several years, before coming to Junction City and working as the counter parts salesman at Milleson Auto Supply for 25 years.

John was an avid toy train collector and truly enjoyed everything about trains.

John was a Grandview Plaza city councilman for 4 years. John and Shirley were camp hosts at Milford State Park for many years which they immensely enjoyed and made many friends from all over and all walks of life. There were never any strangers!

He married Shirley Goddard on Feb. 20, 1957 in Independence, Kansas. Shirley survives of the home. Other survivors include: 3 daughters, Rhonda Meuli, Ozark, Alabama, Joni Rikard and fiancé Pat Hamilton, Herington and Lisa Paciorek and fiancé Jerry Welsh, Junction City; a brother, George M. Coffey, Carthage, MO; 5 grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Wilma Johnson.

Memorial services at the Junction City Baptist Church have been postponed and a new date will be announced.

Memorial contributions may be given in John's name to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas, 66675-8517, OR, to Milford State Park (for Hickory Hollow Campground, 3612 State Park Road, Milford, Kansas 66514.

John H. Coffey, 85, of Grandview Plaza, passed away and was promoted to heaven on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. John was born October 27, 1934 at Monette, Kansas, the son of Ervin W. and Irene (Phillips) Coffey.John attended school in Sedan, Kansas and graduated from Sedan High School in the Class of 1952.John worked for a time at Shaw Automotive in Sedan as a counter parts salesman, before he was inducted into the U.S. Army. John spent 2 years in the Army and was honorably discharged in July, 1959.He later worked as the parts salesman at Independence Automotive in Independence, Kansas for several years, before coming to Junction City and working as the counter parts salesman at Milleson Auto Supply for 25 years.John was an avid toy train collector and truly enjoyed everything about trains.John was a Grandview Plaza city councilman for 4 years. John and Shirley were camp hosts at Milford State Park for many years which they immensely enjoyed and made many friends from all over and all walks of life. There were never any strangers!He married Shirley Goddard on Feb. 20, 1957 in Independence, Kansas. Shirley survives of the home. Other survivors include: 3 daughters, Rhonda Meuli, Ozark, Alabama, Joni Rikard and fiancé Pat Hamilton, Herington and Lisa Paciorek and fiancé Jerry Welsh, Junction City; a brother, George M. Coffey, Carthage, MO; 5 grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Wilma Johnson.It was John's wish to be cremated.Memorial services at the Junction City Baptist Church have been postponed and a new date will be announced.Memorial contributions may be given in John's name to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas, 66675-8517, OR, to Milford State Park (for Hickory Hollow Campground, 3612 State Park Road, Milford, Kansas 66514.

John H. Coffey



Terry L. Reed, 67, of Junction City, died Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital. Terry was born January 20, 1953 in Cushing, Oklahoma, the son of Merel W. &amp; Mary Jane (Porter) Reed.

Terry graduated from Perkins (Oklahoma) High School. He entered the U. S. Army shortly after graduation from high school, and served in the military a total of 20 years. He later worked as a civilian employ Heavy Equipment Inspector on Ft. Riley.

He was a member of the Earl C. Gormley, Post #46 of the American Legion, Junction City; and the Junction City Chapter of NARFE.

Terry married Mary Sterling on March 30, 1996 in Junction City. Mary survives. Other survivors include: a daughter, Lisa Johnson and her husband Tony, Manhattan; 3 step-daughters, Jennifer Sterling, Junction City, Kathy Sterling and life partner Nick Mattingly, Manhattan, and Laura Hoadley and her husband Evan, Olathe; a brother, Wayne Reed, Cushing, Oklahoma; 2 sisters, Carol Stephens, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Lois Swart, of Texas; 5 grandchildren; and 1 great grandson. Terry was preceded in death by his parents; and an infant sister, Mary Jane Reed.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Highland Cemetery in Junction City. The family will greet friends on Monday, March 16, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be given in Terry's name to the Geary County Historical Society, 530 N. Adams St., Junction City, KS 66441; OR American Stroke Association, National Center, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, Texas, 75231.



Terry L. Reed, 67, of Junction City, died Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital. Terry was born January 20, 1953 in Cushing, Oklahoma, the son of Merel W. &amp; Mary Jane (Porter) Reed.Terry graduated from Perkins (Oklahoma) High School. He entered the U. S. Army shortly after graduation from high school, and served in the military a total of 20 years. He later worked as a civilian employ Heavy Equipment Inspector on Ft. Riley.He was a member of the Earl C. Gormley, Post #46 of the American Legion, Junction City; and the Junction City Chapter of NARFE.Terry married Mary Sterling on March 30, 1996 in Junction City. Mary survives. Other survivors include: a daughter, Lisa Johnson and her husband Tony, Manhattan; 3 step-daughters, Jennifer Sterling, Junction City, Kathy Sterling and life partner Nick Mattingly, Manhattan, and Laura Hoadley and her husband Evan, Olathe; a brother, Wayne Reed, Cushing, Oklahoma; 2 sisters, Carol Stephens, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Lois Swart, of Texas; 5 grandchildren; and 1 great grandson. Terry was preceded in death by his parents; and an infant sister, Mary Jane Reed.Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Highland Cemetery in Junction City. The family will greet friends on Monday, March 16, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home.Memorial contributions may be given in Terry's name to the Geary County Historical Society, 530 N. Adams St., Junction City, KS 66441; OR American Stroke Association, National Center, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, Texas, 75231.

Terry L. Reed

Carl A. Zimmermann, age 79, of Junction City, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center in Enterprise.



Carl was born on February 20, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to John A. and Alma C. (Krieg) Zimmermann.  He joined the US Army and served over twenty years, retiring as a First Sergeant.  He had received many awards during his years of service, including the Bronze Star.

  On November 4, 1966, he married Heidi M. Liebig while stationed in Germany.

Carl was a member of the Carl C. Gormley Post 43 of the American Legion in Junction City and of the Black Horse Association.

Carl loved to read, especially history about WWI and WWII.  He had a strange sense of humor that he used to entertain his family and friends.  One of his favorite pastimes was hiking, which included a one hundred kilometer hike from Fulda, Germany to Flenseburg, Belgium.



Survivors include his wife Heidi of Junction City, four children: Jan (Marsha) Zimmermann of Junction City, Yvonne (Chris) Waggoner of Jeffersonville, Indiana, Michael (James) Zimmermann of Talmage, and Michelle (Chris) Watts of Lawrence, a sister Ardele (Don) Stelter of Tomahawk, Wisconsin, thirteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Carl was preceded in death by three brothers: Arthur Zimmermann, John Zimmermann and Ronald Zimmermann and by two sisters: Barbara Zimmermann and Violet Zimmermann.



A private memorial service will be held at a later date with inurnment at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery, Manhattan.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Carl A. Zimmermann, age 79, of Junction City, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center in Enterprise.

Carl was born on February 20, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to John A. and Alma C. (Krieg) Zimmermann. He joined the US Army and served over twenty years, retiring as a First Sergeant. He had received many awards during his years of service, including the Bronze Star. On November 4, 1966, he married Heidi M. Liebig while stationed in Germany.

Carl was a member of the Carl C. Gormley Post 43 of the American Legion in Junction City and of the Black Horse Association.

Carl loved to read, especially history about WWI and WWII. He had a strange sense of humor that he used to entertain his family and friends. One of his favorite pastimes was hiking, which included a one hundred kilometer hike from Fulda, Germany to Flenseburg, Belgium.

Survivors include his wife Heidi of Junction City, four children: Jan (Marsha) Zimmermann of Junction City, Yvonne (Chris) Waggoner of Jeffersonville, Indiana, Michael (James) Zimmermann of Talmage, and Michelle (Chris) Watts of Lawrence, a sister Ardele (Don) Stelter of Tomahawk, Wisconsin, thirteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Carl was preceded in death by three brothers: Arthur Zimmermann, John Zimmermann and Ronald Zimmermann and by two sisters: Barbara Zimmermann and Violet Zimmermann.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date with inurnment at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery, Manhattan.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Carl A. Zimmermann

Glen Alton Burwell was born on March 10, 1926, in Abilene, Kansas and was the son of John and Eunice (Heins) Burwell.  He died at the age of 94 on March 11, 2020.  

Glen grew up on the family farm and graduated from Dickinson Community High School in Chapman with the class of 1944.  Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during WWII.  During his service, he trained officers as a Private First Class and was offered the opportunity to attend the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis.  After his military duty was completed with distinction, Glen returned to the family farming operation.  He married Caryl Joan Schwab.  They had two sons, Ritchie and Randy.

One of Glen’s greatest joys in life was to be the owner and operator of the Fancy Creek Marina on Tuttle Creek Lake.  He loved water sports and was an avid fisherman. Glen believed in taking care of people.  He was always positive and had excellent customer services skills that he utilized working in insurance and as the proprietor of Burwell Rentals.  Glen loved to mentor others and share his skills.

Another of Glen’s joys in life was to meet and marry Barbara Hager.  He and Barbie were devoted to one another and each of their family and extended family members.  He thought the world of his kids and grandkids and was their biggest fan.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara, of Manhattan, six children:  Ritch (Janet) Burwell of Riley, Kansas; Randy (Pamela) Burwell of Leawood, Kansas; Ronald (LaNell) Hager of Linn Creek, Missouri; Linda (Tom) Pittenger of Manhattan, Kansas; Terri Yeates of Glendale, Arizona; and Ricky Hager of Independence, Kansas; eleven grandchildren; twenty-four great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

Glen was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Morris Burwell.

A graveside inurnment service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Union Cemetery, northwest of Abilene with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.

Memorials may be made to Meals On Wheels and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Glen Alton Burwell was born on March 10, 1926, in Abilene, Kansas and was the son of John and Eunice (Heins) Burwell. He died at the age of 94 on March 11, 2020. Glen grew up on the family farm and graduated from Dickinson Community High School in Chapman with the class of 1944. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during WWII. During his service, he trained officers as a Private First Class and was offered the opportunity to attend the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. After his military duty was completed with distinction, Glen returned to the family farming operation. He married Caryl Joan Schwab. They had two sons, Ritchie and Randy.One of Glen’s greatest joys in life was to be the owner and operator of the Fancy Creek Marina on Tuttle Creek Lake. He loved water sports and was an avid fisherman. Glen believed in taking care of people. He was always positive and had excellent customer services skills that he utilized working in insurance and as the proprietor of Burwell Rentals. Glen loved to mentor others and share his skills.Another of Glen’s joys in life was to meet and marry Barbara Hager. He and Barbie were devoted to one another and each of their family and extended family members. He thought the world of his kids and grandkids and was their biggest fan.He is survived by his wife, Barbara, of Manhattan, six children: Ritch (Janet) Burwell of Riley, Kansas; Randy (Pamela) Burwell of Leawood, Kansas; Ronald (LaNell) Hager of Linn Creek, Missouri; Linda (Tom) Pittenger of Manhattan, Kansas; Terri Yeates of Glendale, Arizona; and Ricky Hager of Independence, Kansas; eleven grandchildren; twenty-four great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.Glen was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Morris Burwell.A graveside inurnment service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Union Cemetery, northwest of Abilene with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.Memorials may be made to Meals On Wheels and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Glen Alton Burwell

Glenda Arlene Eckart, 78, Wamego, KS passed away Friday, March 13, 2020 at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS.

On October 4, 1941, Glenda, was born in Scottsville, KS to Samuel and Clarice (Collins) Motes.&nbsp; She graduated from Simpson High School in 1960.&nbsp; After high school, she graduated from beautician school and would spend the next 51 years as a beautician.&nbsp; She started out working for two different salons before building her own practice, Glenda’s Country Salon, in her home in 1973.&nbsp; Glenda enjoyed gardening flowers, trips to the casino, and playing bridge in her card club.&nbsp; She was united in marriage with Lawrence “Larry” Eugene Eckart on July 7, 1962 in Wamego, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on May 15, 2014.

Glenda is survived by two sons, Gregory Eckart (Ginger, and Curtis Eckart (Brenda, both of Wamego, KS; two step-grandchildren, Blythe Wagner, Kansas City, MO, and Austin Wagner, Dallas, TX; three sisters, Marian Sibley (Rex, Beloit, KS, Marcia Chapman (Dave, Port Orchard, WA, and Kathryn Motes, Beloit, KS; four brothers, James Motes (Barbara, Stillwater, OK, Larry Motes (Penni, Hays, KS, Dennis Motes (Janet, Van Buren, AR, and Micheal Motes (Ina, Bentley, KS; and two sister-in-laws, Margie Bellinder, Wamego, KS, and Janice Motes, Beloit, KS.

She is also preceded in death by her parents, and two siblings, Steven Motes and Carol Jane Deen.

A Memorial Service for Glenda will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2020 at the Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the St. Bernard Cemetery.&nbsp; A Rosary will be held at 9:00 a.m. with visitation to follow until the time of service at the funeral home.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the St. Bernard Cemetery Fund, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Glenda Arlene Eckart, 78, Wamego, KS passed away Friday, March 13, 2020 at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS.On October 4, 1941, Glenda, was born in Scottsville, KS to Samuel and Clarice (Collins) Motes.&nbsp; She graduated from Simpson High School in 1960.&nbsp; After high school, she graduated from beautician school and would spend the next 51 years as a beautician.&nbsp; She started out working for two different salons before building her own practice, Glenda’s Country Salon, in her home in 1973.&nbsp; Glenda enjoyed gardening flowers, trips to the casino, and playing bridge in her card club.&nbsp; She was united in marriage with Lawrence “Larry” Eugene Eckart on July 7, 1962 in Wamego, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on May 15, 2014.Glenda is survived by two sons, Gregory Eckart (Ginger, and Curtis Eckart (Brenda, both of Wamego, KS; two step-grandchildren, Blythe Wagner, Kansas City, MO, and Austin Wagner, Dallas, TX; three sisters, Marian Sibley (Rex, Beloit, KS, Marcia Chapman (Dave, Port Orchard, WA, and Kathryn Motes, Beloit, KS; four brothers, James Motes (Barbara, Stillwater, OK, Larry Motes (Penni, Hays, KS, Dennis Motes (Janet, Van Buren, AR, and Micheal Motes (Ina, Bentley, KS; and two sister-in-laws, Margie Bellinder, Wamego, KS, and Janice Motes, Beloit, KS.She is also preceded in death by her parents, and two siblings, Steven Motes and Carol Jane Deen.A Memorial Service for Glenda will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2020 at the Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the St. Bernard Cemetery.&nbsp; A Rosary will be held at 9:00 a.m. with visitation to follow until the time of service at the funeral home.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the St. Bernard Cemetery Fund, and may be left in care of Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

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