

Kimberly A. Land passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the Memorial Hospital in Abilene at the age of 62. She was born April 2, 1957 in Salina, Kansas the daughter of Richard and Betty (King) Booth.

Kimberly grew up in the area and graduated from Chapman High School. She Loved children, dogs, and reading books. Kimberly had just stated not long ago the she had spent a lifetime being good with God.

On October 25, 1976 she married James C “Jim” Land in Randolph , Kansas. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her sons Jason and his wife Marti Land of Abilene, Jeremy and his wife Jenn Land of Abilene, brother Steve Booth of Randolph, sister Gina Richardson of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and one grandchild Skyler. She was preceded in death by her parents.

The family has selected cremation and a private service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions may be made to the Abilene Public Library and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.



Kimberly A. Land passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the Memorial Hospital in Abilene at the age of 62. She was born April 2, 1957 in Salina, Kansas the daughter of Richard and Betty (King) Booth.Kimberly grew up in the area and graduated from Chapman High School. She Loved children, dogs, and reading books. Kimberly had just stated not long ago the she had spent a lifetime being good with God.On October 25, 1976 she married James C “Jim” Land in Randolph , Kansas. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her sons Jason and his wife Marti Land of Abilene, Jeremy and his wife Jenn Land of Abilene, brother Steve Booth of Randolph, sister Gina Richardson of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and one grandchild Skyler. She was preceded in death by her parents.The family has selected cremation and a private service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions may be made to the Abilene Public Library and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Kimberly A. Land (Booth) - April 2nd, 1957 - January 19th, 2020



Michael A. Hawkins, age 64, of Manhattan, died January 16, 2020 at the Kansas University Medical Center.

A Complete obituary will be released at a later date.



01/24/2020 - 10:30 a.m. -&nbsp;Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1110 College Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502

01/24/2020 - 9:30 a.m. - Trinity Presbyterian Church

Michael A. Hawkins, age 64, of Manhattan, died January 16, 2020 at the Kansas University Medical Center.A Complete obituary will be released at a later date.

Memorial Service01/24/2020 - 10:30 a.m. -&nbsp;Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1110 College Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502Visitation01/24/2020 - 9:30 a.m. - Trinity Presbyterian ChurchMemorial FundACS Hope Lodge

Michael A. Hawkins



James R. “Jim” Fay, age 93, died on Friday January 16, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, KS.

He was born on July 22, 1926 in Manhattan the son of William T. &amp; Gertrude (Koll) Fay. He graduated from Sacred Heart Academy, Manhattan and attended K-State University. He worked at Griffith Lumber for over 40 years and was a manager for 25 years.

Jim proudly served his country in the United States Navy during WWII.

He was united in marriage to Betty J. Fleming in 1947. Their union was blessed with 7 children.

Jim was well known for always staying busy, whether it was building the family homes, many row boats or always have projects on his mind. Jim was a true outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, hunting &amp; simply being a part of nature. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. Above all, he loved being with his family, especially the grandchildren.

He was preceded by his parents; a brother: John Fay and his half-brothers: Bill Fay &amp; Charles McGinnes.

Survivors include his wife: Betty of the home; his children: Michael Fay of Emporia, Patrick Fay of Manhattan, Kevin Fay of Manhattan, Kelly Fay of Manhattan, Carolyn DeWeese (Dennis) of Wamego, Kim McBee (Larry) of Florida and Erin Hunsinger (Frank) of Kansas City. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and a brother Patrick Fay of North Carolina; 2 nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday January 23, 2020 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Juliette &amp; Pierre, Manhattan, Kansas with Father Kerry Ninemire as Celebrant. Interment will follow in the St. Patrick’s Cemetery at Lake Elbo, Manhattan.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday January 22, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. A Vigil Service/Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Manhattan Catholic Schools in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.



James R. “Jim” Fay, age 93, died on Friday January 16, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, KS.He was born on July 22, 1926 in Manhattan the son of William T. &amp; Gertrude (Koll) Fay. He graduated from Sacred Heart Academy, Manhattan and attended K-State University. He worked at Griffith Lumber for over 40 years and was a manager for 25 years.Jim proudly served his country in the United States Navy during WWII.He was united in marriage to Betty J. Fleming in 1947. Their union was blessed with 7 children.Jim was well known for always staying busy, whether it was building the family homes, many row boats or always have projects on his mind. Jim was a true outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, hunting &amp; simply being a part of nature. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. Above all, he loved being with his family, especially the grandchildren.He was preceded by his parents; a brother: John Fay and his half-brothers: Bill Fay &amp; Charles McGinnes.Survivors include his wife: Betty of the home; his children: Michael Fay of Emporia, Patrick Fay of Manhattan, Kevin Fay of Manhattan, Kelly Fay of Manhattan, Carolyn DeWeese (Dennis) of Wamego, Kim McBee (Larry) of Florida and Erin Hunsinger (Frank) of Kansas City. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and a brother Patrick Fay of North Carolina; 2 nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday January 23, 2020 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Juliette &amp; Pierre, Manhattan, Kansas with Father Kerry Ninemire as Celebrant. Interment will follow in the St. Patrick’s Cemetery at Lake Elbo, Manhattan.Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday January 22, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. A Vigil Service/Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to the Manhattan Catholic Schools in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

James R. “Jim” Fay

DeWain Krinhop, age 82 years, passed away January 13, 2020 at Chapman Valley Manor.

He was born to Elmer and Hazel Krinhop on October 22, 1937 at the Junction City Hospital.&nbsp; He grew up on the family farm north of Chapman with his two brothers and two sisters. He attended grade school and graduating from Dickinson County High School in 1955.

On August 31, 1957, he married Caroline M. Knopp at the Scherer Memorial Lutheran Church in Chapman. &nbsp;Together they worked on the farm, enjoyed auctions, worked at the dry cleaners, worked as school custodians, and raised their two sons, Roger and Brian.

DeWain had many interests, he loved collecting antiques and other unusual items. Many times he obtained items by bartering. He would empty out a shed or tear down a building and end up with a wide variety of unique items like the metal Ford sign, sleigh, or several wooden plows. DeWain was known by many antique dealers and had several sheds of these unique items. &nbsp;For DeWain, there were no strangers and he always had a story or a tease.

He was a member of Scherer Lutheran Church and later Chapman United Methodist Church, board member of Dickinson County Heritage Center, Chapman Senior Center and Alida Co-op, member of Lions Club and 4-H Leader with Chapman Shamrocks.

Even with their busy schedule of work and hobbies, DeWain and Caroline loved to be with their two sons. They would go on fun family vacations and visit various states.&nbsp; But what he and Caroline enjoyed the most was following their sons sporting events. Even after the boys were grown and married, they began attending their grandchildren’s activities.

He is survived by his sons, Roger (Coleen) Krinhop, Chapman and Brian Krinhop, Lindsborg; grandchildren Cole (Mindy) Krinhop, Kayla (Ryan) Herrman and Matt (Bethanie) Krinhop, Brandon (Danielle) Krinhop, Bristen (Jesse) Riggs, Braden(Renee) Krinhop and Breanne Krinhop; &nbsp;ten great-grandchildren; &nbsp;sister, Karyn Ashburn and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Caroline and daughter in law, Brenda Krinhop; his parents, Elmer and Hazel Krinhop; brothers, Kenneth and Harvey Krinhop and sister, Patricia Carlson.

Visitation will be Sunday, January 19 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Monday, January 20 at 10:30 a.m. Both at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran, Chapman, KS, Pastor Connie Wooldridge officiating. Burial will be at Indian Hill Cemetery, Chapman, KS following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Chapman Irish Foundation or Chapman Senior Center in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

DeWain Krinhop, age 82 years, passed away January 13, 2020 at Chapman Valley Manor.He was born to Elmer and Hazel Krinhop on October 22, 1937 at the Junction City Hospital.&nbsp; He grew up on the family farm north of Chapman with his two brothers and two sisters. He attended grade school and graduating from Dickinson County High School in 1955.On August 31, 1957, he married Caroline M. Knopp at the Scherer Memorial Lutheran Church in Chapman. &nbsp;Together they worked on the farm, enjoyed auctions, worked at the dry cleaners, worked as school custodians, and raised their two sons, Roger and Brian.DeWain had many interests, he loved collecting antiques and other unusual items. Many times he obtained items by bartering. He would empty out a shed or tear down a building and end up with a wide variety of unique items like the metal Ford sign, sleigh, or several wooden plows. DeWain was known by many antique dealers and had several sheds of these unique items. &nbsp;For DeWain, there were no strangers and he always had a story or a tease.He was a member of Scherer Lutheran Church and later Chapman United Methodist Church, board member of Dickinson County Heritage Center, Chapman Senior Center and Alida Co-op, member of Lions Club and 4-H Leader with Chapman Shamrocks.Even with their busy schedule of work and hobbies, DeWain and Caroline loved to be with their two sons. They would go on fun family vacations and visit various states.&nbsp; But what he and Caroline enjoyed the most was following their sons sporting events. Even after the boys were grown and married, they began attending their grandchildren’s activities.He is survived by his sons, Roger (Coleen) Krinhop, Chapman and Brian Krinhop, Lindsborg; grandchildren Cole (Mindy) Krinhop, Kayla (Ryan) Herrman and Matt (Bethanie) Krinhop, Brandon (Danielle) Krinhop, Bristen (Jesse) Riggs, Braden(Renee) Krinhop and Breanne Krinhop; &nbsp;ten great-grandchildren; &nbsp;sister, Karyn Ashburn and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Caroline and daughter in law, Brenda Krinhop; his parents, Elmer and Hazel Krinhop; brothers, Kenneth and Harvey Krinhop and sister, Patricia Carlson.Visitation will be Sunday, January 19 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Monday, January 20 at 10:30 a.m. Both at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran, Chapman, KS, Pastor Connie Wooldridge officiating. Burial will be at Indian Hill Cemetery, Chapman, KS following the service.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Chapman Irish Foundation or Chapman Senior Center in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

DeWain Krinhop

Alberta B. Zurmely, age 85 years, passed away January 18, 2020 at Memorial Hospital, Abilene, KS.

She was born March 31, 1934 in Abilene, KS to Albert and Nellie (White) Greenwood. She grew up in Enterprise, KS with her three sisters and one brother. She attended school in Abilene, graduating in 1952.&nbsp;

One evening while at the local skating rink in Abilene, Alberta met George. They were immediately attracted to each other and married on March 4, 1954. They lived in Chapman and raised their six children: Debbi, Frances, Kathern, Susan, Mary and George, Jr.

Alberta held various jobs but the ones that were most meaningful were when she worked at both Dickinson and Geary County Sheriff’s Department and then later when she worked as a Counselor tech with Clarence Thompson at the Dickinson County Council on Alcohol and Drugs.

She was full of life and as much as she loved her various jobs, her favorite was being a mother. She loved her kids and grandkids and they loved her! She loved spending time with them, watching them grow and looked forward to their visits. She loved to bowl, travel, shop, and learn new things but most important to her was family. Through the years, Alberta was active in her community, Al-Anon and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

She is survived by husband, George, her husband of over 64 years; daughters Debbi (Paul) Fowler, California;&nbsp;&nbsp;Frances Baldwin, Wichita, Kansas; Kathern (Paul) Zoska, Washington; Susan (Troy) Martens, Solomon, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;and Mary Cairns, Abilene, Kansas; son George (Martha) Zurmely,&nbsp;&nbsp;Wakefield, Kansas; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and brother, Charles, Greenwood, Springfield, M).

She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Wilma Clepper, Louise Freeman, and Evelyn Sneep.

Rosary will be Wednesday January 22, 2020 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church at 6 p.m. Visitation will be family will follow.

Funeral services will be Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 10:00m, also at the St Michael’s Catholic Church. Burial will be at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Chapman, KS

Memorials can be made to the Muscular Dysthrophy Foundation or St. Jude Childrens Hospital in care of Londeen Funeral. PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Alberta B. Zurmely, age 85 years, passed away January 18, 2020 at Memorial Hospital, Abilene, KS.She was born March 31, 1934 in Abilene, KS to Albert and Nellie (White) Greenwood. She grew up in Enterprise, KS with her three sisters and one brother. She attended school in Abilene, graduating in 1952.&nbsp;One evening while at the local skating rink in Abilene, Alberta met George. They were immediately attracted to each other and married on March 4, 1954. They lived in Chapman and raised their six children: Debbi, Frances, Kathern, Susan, Mary and George, Jr.Alberta held various jobs but the ones that were most meaningful were when she worked at both Dickinson and Geary County Sheriff’s Department and then later when she worked as a Counselor tech with Clarence Thompson at the Dickinson County Council on Alcohol and Drugs.She was full of life and as much as she loved her various jobs, her favorite was being a mother. She loved her kids and grandkids and they loved her! She loved spending time with them, watching them grow and looked forward to their visits. She loved to bowl, travel, shop, and learn new things but most important to her was family. Through the years, Alberta was active in her community, Al-Anon and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary.She is survived by husband, George, her husband of over 64 years; daughters Debbi (Paul) Fowler, California;&nbsp;&nbsp;Frances Baldwin, Wichita, Kansas; Kathern (Paul) Zoska, Washington; Susan (Troy) Martens, Solomon, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;and Mary Cairns, Abilene, Kansas; son George (Martha) Zurmely,&nbsp;&nbsp;Wakefield, Kansas; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and brother, Charles, Greenwood, Springfield, M).She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Wilma Clepper, Louise Freeman, and Evelyn Sneep.Rosary will be Wednesday January 22, 2020 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church at 6 p.m. Visitation will be family will follow.Funeral services will be Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 10:00m, also at the St Michael’s Catholic Church. Burial will be at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Chapman, KSMemorials can be made to the Muscular Dysthrophy Foundation or St. Jude Childrens Hospital in care of Londeen Funeral. PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Alberta B. Zurmely

John’s life began on April 30, 1931, the son of John and Jennie (Smit) Bottema in Artesia, California. He served in the U.S. Army as a Corporal during the Korean War, and married Helen “Joan” Croft in 1954. She preceded him in death. In 1995 he married Gladys June (Payne) Arrasmith in Deadwood, South Dakota.

John was a mechanic, welder and shop foreman at Haliburton Industries. He loved racing and working on Hot Rod cars. Other interests included NASCAR, dirt bikes, dune buggies and off roading. He also rebuilt a 1931 John Deere tractor.

His loving family includes his wife, Gladys of Wichita; sons, Jeffrey (Michelle) Bottema of Lake Forest, California; Robert “Bob” (Vicki) Arrasmith of Wichita; daughter, Billie (Steve) Mills of Inkom, Idaho; daughter-in-law, Sheri Bottema Furin of San Dimas, California; grandchildren, Danielle (Scott) Allen, Tyler Bottema, Brandon (Lacey) Arrasmith, Derrick (Anna) Arrasmith, Christian (Mindy) Mills, Kevin Mills, Sarah (Colby) Robinson; twenty great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Joan; son, Johnny; brother, George Bottema; sisters, Winnie Greer and Kathryn Shearer. John passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2020, having reached the age of 88 years old.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 25, from 2-4 p.m. at Presbyterian Manor, 4700 W. 13th Street, North,&nbsp;Wichita, Kansas 67212.

Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Presbyterian Manor, 4700 W. 13th Street, N., Wichita, Kansas 67212, or in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063.

John’s life began on April 30, 1931, the son of John and Jennie (Smit) Bottema in Artesia, California. He served in the U.S. Army as a Corporal during the Korean War, and married Helen “Joan” Croft in 1954. She preceded him in death. In 1995 he married Gladys June (Payne) Arrasmith in Deadwood, South Dakota.John was a mechanic, welder and shop foreman at Haliburton Industries. He loved racing and working on Hot Rod cars. Other interests included NASCAR, dirt bikes, dune buggies and off roading. He also rebuilt a 1931 John Deere tractor.His loving family includes his wife, Gladys of Wichita; sons, Jeffrey (Michelle) Bottema of Lake Forest, California; Robert “Bob” (Vicki) Arrasmith of Wichita; daughter, Billie (Steve) Mills of Inkom, Idaho; daughter-in-law, Sheri Bottema Furin of San Dimas, California; grandchildren, Danielle (Scott) Allen, Tyler Bottema, Brandon (Lacey) Arrasmith, Derrick (Anna) Arrasmith, Christian (Mindy) Mills, Kevin Mills, Sarah (Colby) Robinson; twenty great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Joan; son, Johnny; brother, George Bottema; sisters, Winnie Greer and Kathryn Shearer. John passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2020, having reached the age of 88 years old.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 25, from 2-4 p.m. at Presbyterian Manor, 4700 W. 13th Street, North,&nbsp;Wichita, Kansas 67212.Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Presbyterian Manor, 4700 W. 13th Street, N., Wichita, Kansas 67212, or in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, 902 E. D Street, Hillsboro, Kansas 67063.

John Lee Bottema - April 30, 1931 - January 18, 2020 (age 88)

James O. Todd died on January 13, 2020. He was 82 years old. Jim was born in Grange, Georgia, on October 8, 1937, the youngest of 12 children born to Willie Mae (McCoy) and Bob Todd. He was preceded in death by all but a sister, Naomi, and brother, Carvie.

His childhood was spent primarily in rural Georgia with his family. Jim was drafted into the Army in 1961 and stationed in France and Belgium where he met the love of his life, Sue Edgell. Jim and Sue were married in Belgium in 1967, and moved to Goodland, Kansas. Jim’s career in sales led him to Junction City, Kansas, where he managed Keg’s Menswear for many years. After Keg’s he spent many years working for Junction City Distributing and Vending.

Jim was the best husband in the world to Sue, and the best dad in the world to Jimmy, Emily, Mary, and Mandy. He had six grandchildren: Nicholas, Zachary, Matilda, Jamie, Andrew and Luke, whom he adored. He was a fantastic father-in-law to Diane, Jon, and Russ. Jim loved his family, golf, the Atlanta Braves, watching college basketball, playing trivia with his family, his dog Riley, all of his grandpets, and cheetos.

He was kind and generous and funny and smart and loved by everyone who was lucky enough to know him.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Compassus Hospice Foundation at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.compassus.com/about-us/giving-and-donations?fbclid=IwAR0l54Vju-N8-7eNzEui5hrSgz8sVzMzcLpw52D3UGm8TFSJwcvLq7ScdB0" target="_blank">https://www.compassus.com/about-us/giving-and-donations</a>. A service will be planned by the family and dates are to be determined.

James O. Todd died on January 13, 2020. He was 82 years old. Jim was born in Grange, Georgia, on October 8, 1937, the youngest of 12 children born to Willie Mae (McCoy) and Bob Todd. He was preceded in death by all but a sister, Naomi, and brother, Carvie.His childhood was spent primarily in rural Georgia with his family. Jim was drafted into the Army in 1961 and stationed in France and Belgium where he met the love of his life, Sue Edgell. Jim and Sue were married in Belgium in 1967, and moved to Goodland, Kansas. Jim’s career in sales led him to Junction City, Kansas, where he managed Keg’s Menswear for many years. After Keg’s he spent many years working for Junction City Distributing and Vending.Jim was the best husband in the world to Sue, and the best dad in the world to Jimmy, Emily, Mary, and Mandy. He had six grandchildren: Nicholas, Zachary, Matilda, Jamie, Andrew and Luke, whom he adored. He was a fantastic father-in-law to Diane, Jon, and Russ. Jim loved his family, golf, the Atlanta Braves, watching college basketball, playing trivia with his family, his dog Riley, all of his grandpets, and cheetos.He was kind and generous and funny and smart and loved by everyone who was lucky enough to know him.In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Compassus Hospice Foundation at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.compassus.com/about-us/giving-and-donations?fbclid=IwAR0l54Vju-N8-7eNzEui5hrSgz8sVzMzcLpw52D3UGm8TFSJwcvLq7ScdB0" target="_blank">https://www.compassus.com/about-us/giving-and-donations</a>. A service will be planned by the family and dates are to be determined.

James O. (Jim) Todd

Gisela Beynon, age 72 of Clay Center, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.

She was born on September 12, 1947 in Goeppingen, West Germany, the daughter of George and Maria Samendinger.  She went to school in Goeppingen and got a degree as a hairstylist.

On January 14, 1972 in Goeppingen, West Germany, she was married to Darwin Beynon.  He preceded her in death on March 27, 2006.

Gisela worked as a dietary cook for the St. Joseph Nursing Home in Manhattan.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren, sewing, crocheting, gardening, shopping and looking at Pinterest.

She is survived by three daughters, Wendy Eidenmueller and husband Andy of Clay Center, Sylvia Hotrum of Leonardville and Winnie Haney and husband John of Texas; five granddaughters, Lisa Grove, Sarah Beals, Felicia Mendez, Lecia Taylor and Brei Taylor; four grandsons, Jason Eidenmueller, Andy Eidenmueller, Jr., Ryan Hotrum and Alex Hotrum; seven great grandchildren, Brooke Eidenmueller, Keshawn Eidenmueller, Haylee Beals, Aubree Eidenmueller, Carter Beals, Octavia Beals and Addison Mendez and two sisters, Rita and Monika, both of Germany.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Lotah and one sister, Inge.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  The family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time on Saturday.  Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

Gisela Beynon, age 72 of Clay Center, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.She was born on September 12, 1947 in Goeppingen, West Germany, the daughter of George and Maria Samendinger. She went to school in Goeppingen and got a degree as a hairstylist.On January 14, 1972 in Goeppingen, West Germany, she was married to Darwin Beynon. He preceded her in death on March 27, 2006.Gisela worked as a dietary cook for the St. Joseph Nursing Home in Manhattan. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, sewing, crocheting, gardening, shopping and looking at Pinterest.She is survived by three daughters, Wendy Eidenmueller and husband Andy of Clay Center, Sylvia Hotrum of Leonardville and Winnie Haney and husband John of Texas; five granddaughters, Lisa Grove, Sarah Beals, Felicia Mendez, Lecia Taylor and Brei Taylor; four grandsons, Jason Eidenmueller, Andy Eidenmueller, Jr., Ryan Hotrum and Alex Hotrum; seven great grandchildren, Brooke Eidenmueller, Keshawn Eidenmueller, Haylee Beals, Aubree Eidenmueller, Carter Beals, Octavia Beals and Addison Mendez and two sisters, Rita and Monika, both of Germany.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Lotah and one sister, Inge.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time on Saturday. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

Gisela Beynon

Shirley Elizabeth Sump, age 79 of Clay Center, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.

She was born on October 15, 1940 on a farm near Leonardville, the daughter of Alvin Ralph and Marie Elizabeth (Peterson) Remmers.  She graduated from Riley High School in 1958.

As a child and youth, Shirley enjoyed being outdoors, family time with cousins and tearing apart cars.  She always considered herself a tomboy and had a BB gun when she was young.

Ned and Shirley mat at a dance in the American Legion in Riley.  Shirley was with her family and Ned was with a friend.  They married a few months later on April 7, 1968.

Shirley took an active interest in her children’s lives by coaching their softball teams, being a room mother and attending class trips, taking them to twirling lessons and swim lessons, playing board games and being a natural at trivial pursuit.

She and her children spent a lot of Saturdays setting up for yard sales with her mom in Junction City.  They loved attending auctions and enjoyed working her antique booth in Abilene.

Shirley was a homemaker and farm wife.  She was a freelance writer for cooking magazines and raised feeder cattle for ten years.  She loved to cook and do acrylic paintings.  In her early years, she enjoyed singing, dancing and acting.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Nolan Sump and wife Monica of Blue Rapids; two daughters, Heather Herpich of Peabody and Colleen Sump of Nashville, Michigan; her mother, Marie Cundiff of Junction City; two brothers, Larry Remmers of New York City, New York and Robert Landrith of Milford; two sisters, Judy Bagley and Sophia Spitz, both of Junction City; three grandchildren, Cassandra Wessner, Mason Wessner and Jacob Wessner and two great grandchildren, Adriana and Adilynn Wessner.

She was preceded in death by her father, Alvin Ralph Remmers; her son-in-law, Rick Herpich and her nephew, Ryan Remmers.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday.  Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be made to the Riley County U.S.D. 378 Foundation for the Theatre Department.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Shirley Elizabeth Sump, age 79 of Clay Center, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.She was born on October 15, 1940 on a farm near Leonardville, the daughter of Alvin Ralph and Marie Elizabeth (Peterson) Remmers. She graduated from Riley High School in 1958.As a child and youth, Shirley enjoyed being outdoors, family time with cousins and tearing apart cars. She always considered herself a tomboy and had a BB gun when she was young.Ned and Shirley mat at a dance in the American Legion in Riley. Shirley was with her family and Ned was with a friend. They married a few months later on April 7, 1968.Shirley took an active interest in her children’s lives by coaching their softball teams, being a room mother and attending class trips, taking them to twirling lessons and swim lessons, playing board games and being a natural at trivial pursuit.She and her children spent a lot of Saturdays setting up for yard sales with her mom in Junction City. They loved attending auctions and enjoyed working her antique booth in Abilene.Shirley was a homemaker and farm wife. She was a freelance writer for cooking magazines and raised feeder cattle for ten years. She loved to cook and do acrylic paintings. In her early years, she enjoyed singing, dancing and acting.In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Nolan Sump and wife Monica of Blue Rapids; two daughters, Heather Herpich of Peabody and Colleen Sump of Nashville, Michigan; her mother, Marie Cundiff of Junction City; two brothers, Larry Remmers of New York City, New York and Robert Landrith of Milford; two sisters, Judy Bagley and Sophia Spitz, both of Junction City; three grandchildren, Cassandra Wessner, Mason Wessner and Jacob Wessner and two great grandchildren, Adriana and Adilynn Wessner.She was preceded in death by her father, Alvin Ralph Remmers; her son-in-law, Rick Herpich and her nephew, Ryan Remmers.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be made to the Riley County U.S.D. 378 Foundation for the Theatre Department. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Shirley Elizabeth Sump

Harlow's life began on July 1, 1924, near White City.  He was the son of William H. and Lydia M. (Lawrenz) Warneke.  Harlow is a graduate of White City High School.  He was united in marriage to the former Edith L. Albright on August 10, 1944, in El Dorado.  Harlow was employed by the United States Postal Service for over 20 years, worked for Hett John Deere Implement and was involved in several area businesses.  He was a member of the B.P.O. Elks of Newton, Marion Kiwanis, Marion Country Club and served as a volunteer fireman for the Marion Fire Department.  Harlow was also a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Marion.

  He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Edith Warneke of Marion, children Connie Warneke of McPherson, Pat (Carl) Elling of Tennessee, and Gerry Lundy of McPherson; grandchildren  Carl Elling III (Christine) and Jeremy Elling; great-grandchildren Victoria, Samantha, Allie, and Sarah Elling and several nieces and nephews.

  Harlow passed away on January 13, 2020, at St. Luke's Assisted Living.  He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings.

  Harlow's family will gather with friends on Friday from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home.  His memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Marion led by Pastor John Werner.  Memorial contributions in Harlow's name may be directed to St. Luke's Hospital Foundation or Our Savior Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

Harlow's life began on July 1, 1924, near White City. He was the son of William H. and Lydia M. (Lawrenz) Warneke. Harlow is a graduate of White City High School. He was united in marriage to the former Edith L. Albright on August 10, 1944, in El Dorado. Harlow was employed by the United States Postal Service for over 20 years, worked for Hett John Deere Implement and was involved in several area businesses. He was a member of the B.P.O. Elks of Newton, Marion Kiwanis, Marion Country Club and served as a volunteer fireman for the Marion Fire Department. Harlow was also a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Marion. He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Edith Warneke of Marion, children Connie Warneke of McPherson, Pat (Carl) Elling of Tennessee, and Gerry Lundy of McPherson; grandchildren Carl Elling III (Christine) and Jeremy Elling; great-grandchildren Victoria, Samantha, Allie, and Sarah Elling and several nieces and nephews. Harlow passed away on January 13, 2020, at St. Luke's Assisted Living. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Harlow's family will gather with friends on Friday from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home. His memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Marion led by Pastor John Werner. Memorial contributions in Harlow's name may be directed to St. Luke's Hospital Foundation or Our Savior Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

Harlow Amandus Warneke - July 1, 1924 - January 13, 2020 (age 95)

Jon Robert (Bob) Bruner, 83, beloved dad, former farmer and owner-operator of an earth-moving construction company, passed away on January 9, 2020.

  He was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Ellen (Colleen) Bruner, by his daughter, Mary Elizabeth Bruner, and by his parents, Harriet and Dan Bruner.  He is survived by: Children, Gail (Richard) Murrow, Linda Ebersole, Shelly (Darren) Jones, and Michael Bruner; Grandchildren, Allison and Natalie Murrow, Robin (Melinda) Ebersole, Fin, Brook, and Brie Jones; and Great grandchildren, Taylor and Payten Ebersole. 

 Bob lived nearly all his life either on or immediately adjacent to the same farm near Florence, where he grew up, where his grandparents and parents lived before him, where he played with boyhood friends, hunted arrowheads, and bucked bales. He loved the land, knew every inch of the farm by heart, hunted, fished, and excelled at trap shooting. He could take apart, repair, and put back together any piece of machinery, including his small fleet of used, heavy Caterpillar equipment, with which he moved the same earth that moved him, sculpting its stubborn grit into ponds and terraces for ranchers and farmers, among whom he also built good friendships.

 His funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. (Rosary 10:00 a.m.) on Friday, January 17, 2020, at St. Mark’s Holy Family Church in Marion, Kansas. Memorial may be made to St. Mark’s. Catholic Church.  Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.

Jon Robert (Bob) Bruner, 83, beloved dad, former farmer and owner-operator of an earth-moving construction company, passed away on January 9, 2020. He was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Ellen (Colleen) Bruner, by his daughter, Mary Elizabeth Bruner, and by his parents, Harriet and Dan Bruner. He is survived by: Children, Gail (Richard) Murrow, Linda Ebersole, Shelly (Darren) Jones, and Michael Bruner; Grandchildren, Allison and Natalie Murrow, Robin (Melinda) Ebersole, Fin, Brook, and Brie Jones; and Great grandchildren, Taylor and Payten Ebersole. Bob lived nearly all his life either on or immediately adjacent to the same farm near Florence, where he grew up, where his grandparents and parents lived before him, where he played with boyhood friends, hunted arrowheads, and bucked bales. He loved the land, knew every inch of the farm by heart, hunted, fished, and excelled at trap shooting. He could take apart, repair, and put back together any piece of machinery, including his small fleet of used, heavy Caterpillar equipment, with which he moved the same earth that moved him, sculpting its stubborn grit into ponds and terraces for ranchers and farmers, among whom he also built good friendships. His funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. (Rosary 10:00 a.m.) on Friday, January 17, 2020, at St. Mark’s Holy Family Church in Marion, Kansas. Memorial may be made to St. Mark’s. Catholic Church. Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.

Jon Robert (Bob) Bruner



Helen Ruth Farley, 95 of Abilene passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born October 16, 1924 in Abilene, the daughter of Leonard and Edna (Hilton) Daniels. Helen grew up in the Abilene area, graduating from Abilene High School in 1942. On September 5, 1945 she was united in marriage to Jack W. Farley in Abilene. He preceded her in death in 1974. Helen worked as a secretary for school district 435. After retiring she traveled the United States with her close friend, Cecil Eoff. She was a member of the Ladies Literary League, KPL Retirees, served as a Job's Daughter Guardian and was also an aquacise class leader.

Helen is survived by three daughters: Margaret Kilgore of Abilene; Debbie Howie (Jim) of Abilene; Patricia Orender (Bill) of Wichita. One son, Doug Farley (Kristy) of Hutchinson. 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers and two sisters.

The family has chosen cremation. Celebration of life will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Abilene with Pastor Keith Less officiating. Family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M, Saturday until service time at the church. The family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene Public Library, Trinity Lutheran Church or KSDS Assistance Dogs Inc. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.



Helen Ruth Farley, 95 of Abilene passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born October 16, 1924 in Abilene, the daughter of Leonard and Edna (Hilton) Daniels. Helen grew up in the Abilene area, graduating from Abilene High School in 1942. On September 5, 1945 she was united in marriage to Jack W. Farley in Abilene. He preceded her in death in 1974. Helen worked as a secretary for school district 435. After retiring she traveled the United States with her close friend, Cecil Eoff. She was a member of the Ladies Literary League, KPL Retirees, served as a Job's Daughter Guardian and was also an aquacise class leader.Helen is survived by three daughters: Margaret Kilgore of Abilene; Debbie Howie (Jim) of Abilene; Patricia Orender (Bill) of Wichita. One son, Doug Farley (Kristy) of Hutchinson. 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers and two sisters.The family has chosen cremation. Celebration of life will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Abilene with Pastor Keith Less officiating. Family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M, Saturday until service time at the church. The family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene Public Library, Trinity Lutheran Church or KSDS Assistance Dogs Inc. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Helen Ruth Farley



Funeral services for Carole L. Womochil, age 75, of Detroit, will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene with Reverend Jack Craig officiating. Mrs. Womochil passed away suddenly Sunday, January 12, 2020 at her home in Detroit.

She was born August 9, 1944 in Wichita, Kansas the daughter of Adam and Lois (Thacker) Kirchner. She graduated from Enterprise High School and had worked for a beanbag factory in Hope and later worked in the printing department of Alco until retiring.

Carole enjoyed growing flowers, baking, yard work, cooking, and collecting Indian artifacts, eagles, and snowmen. But her greatest hobby was spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.

On October 11, 1997 Carole married Larry Womochil in Abilene. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her sons Michael and his wife Shawna Wiley of Enterprise, Scott and his wife Lori Wiley of Detroit, Mike and his wife Kelly Womochil of Abilene, daughter Diane and her husband Steve Ferris of Abilene, twin sister Shirley Riedy of Abilene, bother Tom Kirchner of Clay Center, eleven grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers Roger and Darrell.

The family has selected cremation. They will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chapman American Legion #240 and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.



Funeral services for Carole L. Womochil, age 75, of Detroit, will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene with Reverend Jack Craig officiating. Mrs. Womochil passed away suddenly Sunday, January 12, 2020 at her home in Detroit.She was born August 9, 1944 in Wichita, Kansas the daughter of Adam and Lois (Thacker) Kirchner. She graduated from Enterprise High School and had worked for a beanbag factory in Hope and later worked in the printing department of Alco until retiring.Carole enjoyed growing flowers, baking, yard work, cooking, and collecting Indian artifacts, eagles, and snowmen. But her greatest hobby was spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.On October 11, 1997 Carole married Larry Womochil in Abilene. He survives of the home. Other survivors include her sons Michael and his wife Shawna Wiley of Enterprise, Scott and his wife Lori Wiley of Detroit, Mike and his wife Kelly Womochil of Abilene, daughter Diane and her husband Steve Ferris of Abilene, twin sister Shirley Riedy of Abilene, bother Tom Kirchner of Clay Center, eleven grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers Roger and Darrell.The family has selected cremation. They will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chapman American Legion #240 and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Carole L. Womochil 



Alice Marie Roelfs Roper, age 96, of Manhattan, died January 4, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan.

She was born on February 24, 1923, on the family homestead, the fifth child of Herman and Julia Roelfs, near Bushton, Kansas. She was baptized an infant in the Salem Methodist Church rural Bushton, and was an active member there during her youth. She attended the Bushton Rural Grade and High Schools, graduating in 1941. She attended Kansas State Agriculture College (now Kansas State University, she graduated with her Bachelors Degree in 1947 in Industrial Journalism. While at college she met her husband Victor K. Roper.

Alice and Victor were married on July 7, 1944. They moved to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, where Victor was stationed at Camp McCoy. Victor was deployed to the European Theatre in January 1945, where he was in active combat until peace was declared. When he returned in July 1946, they continued their education graduating in May 1947. Victor died March 1, 1994.

Victor and Alice joined the First Christian Church in Manhattan in 1946, and were active participants. Alice served in many areas, from nursery volunteer, Sunday School teacher, Deacon, Youth Sponsor and Elder, and officer of the Women’s Fellowship. She also was a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader. She was active in the Fraternal Order of the United Commercial Travelers of Kansas and served two terms as Grand Counselor of Kansas, receiving Grand Honors. She also received Grand Counselor Honors of the Kansas Women’s Auxiliary of United Commercial Travelers.

Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Victor, her parents, and her brother, Harvey Roelfs and his wife Dortha (Elliot, Robert Roelfs and his wife (LaVera, sister Fern (Roelfs) Wilkin and husband Robert, sister Pearl Roelfs, daughter Nina (Roper) Hagerman-Moss, son James Roper, nieces Rosetta (Roelfs) Storment and Arnetta (Roelfs) Thiessen.

She is survived by her children: Barbara (Farrar) Kravitcz, of Manhattan, Dennis Roper and his wife Niki (Son, Jakarta, Indonesia. Also, her grandchildren, Dr. Christine Farrar and husband James French, of Mesa, Arizona, Dany Kravitcz Jr., of Holton, Kansas, Tommy Joe Hagerman, of Manhattan, Angela Moss, of Manhattan, Aisha Roper, of Melbourne, Australia; and great-granddaughter, Isabelle Pearl French, of Mesa, Arizona; her nephew, five nieces, two great nephews and nieces also survive.

Memorial Services will be held on Saturday January 25, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church, 3001 Grand Mere Parkway in Manhattan. Private Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

Memorial Funds are suggested to the First Christian Church or the Meadowlark Hills Good Samaritan Fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.



Alice Marie Roelfs Roper, age 96, of Manhattan, died January 4, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan.She was born on February 24, 1923, on the family homestead, the fifth child of Herman and Julia Roelfs, near Bushton, Kansas. She was baptized an infant in the Salem Methodist Church rural Bushton, and was an active member there during her youth. She attended the Bushton Rural Grade and High Schools, graduating in 1941. She attended Kansas State Agriculture College (now Kansas State University, she graduated with her Bachelors Degree in 1947 in Industrial Journalism. While at college she met her husband Victor K. Roper.Alice and Victor were married on July 7, 1944. They moved to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, where Victor was stationed at Camp McCoy. Victor was deployed to the European Theatre in January 1945, where he was in active combat until peace was declared. When he returned in July 1946, they continued their education graduating in May 1947. Victor died March 1, 1994.Victor and Alice joined the First Christian Church in Manhattan in 1946, and were active participants. Alice served in many areas, from nursery volunteer, Sunday School teacher, Deacon, Youth Sponsor and Elder, and officer of the Women’s Fellowship. She also was a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader. She was active in the Fraternal Order of the United Commercial Travelers of Kansas and served two terms as Grand Counselor of Kansas, receiving Grand Honors. She also received Grand Counselor Honors of the Kansas Women’s Auxiliary of United Commercial Travelers.Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Victor, her parents, and her brother, Harvey Roelfs and his wife Dortha (Elliot, Robert Roelfs and his wife (LaVera, sister Fern (Roelfs) Wilkin and husband Robert, sister Pearl Roelfs, daughter Nina (Roper) Hagerman-Moss, son James Roper, nieces Rosetta (Roelfs) Storment and Arnetta (Roelfs) Thiessen.She is survived by her children: Barbara (Farrar) Kravitcz, of Manhattan, Dennis Roper and his wife Niki (Son, Jakarta, Indonesia. Also, her grandchildren, Dr. Christine Farrar and husband James French, of Mesa, Arizona, Dany Kravitcz Jr., of Holton, Kansas, Tommy Joe Hagerman, of Manhattan, Angela Moss, of Manhattan, Aisha Roper, of Melbourne, Australia; and great-granddaughter, Isabelle Pearl French, of Mesa, Arizona; her nephew, five nieces, two great nephews and nieces also survive.Memorial Services will be held on Saturday January 25, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church, 3001 Grand Mere Parkway in Manhattan. Private Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.Memorial Funds are suggested to the First Christian Church or the Meadowlark Hills Good Samaritan Fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Alice Marie Roelfs Roper



Sgt. (Retired) David R. Lofton, of Junction City, died January 6, 2020 at his home.

Military Memorial Service will be 1:30 pm., January 21, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan, Kansas.

Johnson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.



Sgt. (Retired) David R. Lofton, of Junction City, died January 6, 2020 at his home.Military Memorial Service will be 1:30 pm., January 21, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan, Kansas.Johnson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Sgt. (Retired) David R. Lofton

William E.&nbsp; Morehead, age 69, passed away December 26th, 2019 at Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Facility, Wakefield, Ks.

A "Celebration of Life" Service&nbsp; will be held at Cock and Bull Tavern, Manhattan, Kansas, from 12:00-2:00 p.m.&nbsp; Saturday, February 1, 2020.

William E.&nbsp; Morehead, age 69, passed away December 26th, 2019 at Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Facility, Wakefield, Ks.A "Celebration of Life" Service&nbsp; will be held at Cock and Bull Tavern, Manhattan, Kansas, from 12:00-2:00 p.m.&nbsp; Saturday, February 1, 2020.

William E. (Tubby)  Morehead 

He was born to Elmer and Hazel Krinhop on October 22, 1937 at the Junction City Hospital.  He grew up on the family farm north of Chapman with his two brothers and two sisters. He attended grade school and graduating from Dickinson County High School in 1955.

On August 31, 1957, he married Caroline M. Knopp at the Scherer Memorial Lutheran Church in Chapman.  Together they worked on the farm, enjoyed auctions, worked at the dry cleaners, worked as school custodians, and raised their two sons, Roger and Brian.

DeWain had many interests, he loved collecting antiques and other unusual items. Many times he obtained items by bartering. He would empty out a shed or tear down a building and end up with a wide variety of unique items like the metal Ford sign, sleigh, or several wooden plows. DeWain was known by many antique dealers and had several sheds of these unique items.  For DeWain, there were no strangers and he always had a story or a tease.

He was a member of Scherer Lutheran Church and later Chapman United Methodist Church, board member of Dickinson County Heritage Center, Chapman Senior Center and Alida Co-op, member of Lions Club and 4-H Leader with Chapman Shamrocks 4-H Leader

Even with their busy schedule of work and hobbies, DeWain and Caroline loved to be with their two sons. They would go on fun family vacations and visit various states.  But what he and Caroline enjoyed the most was following their sons sporting events. Even after the boys were grown and married, they began attending their grandchildren’s activities.

He is survived by his sons, Roger (Coleen) Krinhop, Chapman and Brian Krinhop, Lindsborg; grandchildren Cole (Mindy) Krinhop, Kayla (Ryan) Herrman and Matt (Bethanie) Krinhop, Brandon (Danielle) Krinhop, Bristen (Jesse) Riggs, Braden(Renee) Krinhop and Breanne Krinhop;  ten great-grandchildren;  sister, Karyn Ashburn and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Sunday, January 19 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.  Funeral services will be Monday, January 20 at 10:30 a.m. Both at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran, Chapman, KS. Pastor Connie Wooldridge officiating. Burial will be at Indian Hill Cemetery, Chapman, KS following the service.

DeWain Krinhop, age 82 years, passed away January 13, 2020 at Chapman Valley Manor.He was born to Elmer and Hazel Krinhop on October 22, 1937 at the Junction City Hospital. He grew up on the family farm north of Chapman with his two brothers and two sisters. He attended grade school and graduating from Dickinson County High School in 1955.On August 31, 1957, he married Caroline M. Knopp at the Scherer Memorial Lutheran Church in Chapman. Together they worked on the farm, enjoyed auctions, worked at the dry cleaners, worked as school custodians, and raised their two sons, Roger and Brian.DeWain had many interests, he loved collecting antiques and other unusual items. Many times he obtained items by bartering. He would empty out a shed or tear down a building and end up with a wide variety of unique items like the metal Ford sign, sleigh, or several wooden plows. DeWain was known by many antique dealers and had several sheds of these unique items. For DeWain, there were no strangers and he always had a story or a tease.He was a member of Scherer Lutheran Church and later Chapman United Methodist Church, board member of Dickinson County Heritage Center, Chapman Senior Center and Alida Co-op, member of Lions Club and 4-H Leader with Chapman Shamrocks 4-H LeaderEven with their busy schedule of work and hobbies, DeWain and Caroline loved to be with their two sons. They would go on fun family vacations and visit various states. But what he and Caroline enjoyed the most was following their sons sporting events. Even after the boys were grown and married, they began attending their grandchildren’s activities.He is survived by his sons, Roger (Coleen) Krinhop, Chapman and Brian Krinhop, Lindsborg; grandchildren Cole (Mindy) Krinhop, Kayla (Ryan) Herrman and Matt (Bethanie) Krinhop, Brandon (Danielle) Krinhop, Bristen (Jesse) Riggs, Braden(Renee) Krinhop and Breanne Krinhop; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Karyn Ashburn and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Caroline and daughter in law, Brenda Krinhop; his parents, Elmer and Hazel Krinhop; brothers, Kenneth and Harvey Krinhop and sister, Patricia Carlson.Visitation will be Sunday, January 19 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Funeral services will be Monday, January 20 at 10:30 a.m. Both at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran, Chapman, KS. Pastor Connie Wooldridge officiating. Burial will be at Indian Hill Cemetery, Chapman, KS following the service.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Chapman Irish Foundation or Chapman Senior Center in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.



Roy G. (Bob) More, 84, of Junction City, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020. He was the former owner of the More Sand and Gravel Company in Junction City.

Roy was born in Junction City, on September 18, 1935, to Roy Charles and Margaret Pierce (Gillett) More. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1955 to 1958 and was Honorably Discharged. Roy was a member of the Flint Hill Flyers, Antique Aircraft Association, Midway Car Club, lifetime member of the Geary Historical Society, National biplane Association, and the Antique Motorcycle club. He loved to drive his antique cars, go skiing, sledding, water skiing, Para-Sailing, and other outdoor activities.

Roy is survived by his common-law spouse, Paula Vining, for over 35 yrs; 2 stepdaughters, Debra L. Vining (Matt Lucero, of Junction City and Kristin Vining of Tennessee; his stepson, John W. Vining, of Junction City, KS, and nephews and nieces. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Kirt More; sisters Marilyn Smith and Joan Gorman, along with his brother Keith More.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Junction City on Jan. 17, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Military Honors graveside will be at the Highland Cemetery in Junction City following the service.

The family requests in lieu of flowers, that any donations be directed to First United Methodist Church, Junction City or the Geary County Historical Society.

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



Roy G. (Bob) More, 84, of Junction City, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020. He was the former owner of the More Sand and Gravel Company in Junction City.Roy was born in Junction City, on September 18, 1935, to Roy Charles and Margaret Pierce (Gillett) More. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1955 to 1958 and was Honorably Discharged. Roy was a member of the Flint Hill Flyers, Antique Aircraft Association, Midway Car Club, lifetime member of the Geary Historical Society, National biplane Association, and the Antique Motorcycle club. He loved to drive his antique cars, go skiing, sledding, water skiing, Para-Sailing, and other outdoor activities.Roy is survived by his common-law spouse, Paula Vining, for over 35 yrs; 2 stepdaughters, Debra L. Vining (Matt Lucero, of Junction City and Kristin Vining of Tennessee; his stepson, John W. Vining, of Junction City, KS, and nephews and nieces. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Kirt More; sisters Marilyn Smith and Joan Gorman, along with his brother Keith More.A Celebration of Life will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Junction City on Jan. 17, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Military Honors graveside will be at the Highland Cemetery in Junction City following the service.The family requests in lieu of flowers, that any donations be directed to First United Methodist Church, Junction City or the Geary County Historical Society.Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.

Roy G. (Bob) More



John C. Lindholm of Manhattan, Kansas died November 10, 2020. John was born in Wichita, Kansas on November 3, 1923, to Nora Anne (Borror) and Ernest Cyril Lindholm. He attended Cheney High School, graduating in 1941, before attending Kansas State University, where he graduated in 1949 with dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration.

On June 8, 1947, he married the love of his life, Mildred Ruth Socolofsky at the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, Kansas. Together they had four children; Martha (Michael) Milleson, Susan (John) Harrington, both of Leavenworth, Kansas, John (Debra) Lindholm, Houston, Texas and Barbara (Randall) Angell, Bothell, Washington.

John belonged to the First United Methodist Church where he was a member of the United Methodist Men, Peacemakers Sunday School Class, Old Geezers, and other committees and served as Chairman of the Finance Committee and Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

In 1942 he enlisted in the Army Air Corps becoming a B-17 pilot. He and his crew flew 17 bombing missions with the 457th Bomb Group out of Glatton, England from February to April 1945, then several observational flights and two flights to repatriate French POWs from Austria. He received medals during his service including the European Theater of Operation, Bronze Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was released from active duty in October 1945 but remained in the Air Force active reserves until May of 1972.

After graduation, he worked for General Electric and Midwest Research Institute before starting graduate studies. He taught while completing his MSME at Kansas University, and then while earning his Ph.D. at Purdue University. He joined the KSU faculty as a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and later Head of the Engineering Technology Department. He was active in the Society of Experimental Mechanics, American Society Engineering Education, American Society of Mechanical Engineering serving 2 terms as Regional Vice President and was faculty advisor to the KSU chapter of the Society of Women Engineers. He, along with his family, spent 2 years with a team of engineering professors to help establish an Engineering program at the University of Assiut, Assiut, Egypt. He had Fulbright Fellowships to The University of the South Pacific, Fiji Islands and University of Assiut, Egypt.

Giving back to the community was important to John. In addition to his church activities, John was a member of the American Legion and volunteered with the Kansas Boys State Program for 20 years sharing his WWII experiences and memorabilia. He volunteered for many other programs over the years among them the AARP Income Tax Prep Program, the Home Care &amp; Hospice Vet to Vet Program and the Kansas 2A State Basketball Tournament. He was recently honored by RSVP as one of their oldest volunteers.

He was preceded in death by his wife. In addition to the four children, he is survived by brothers, Leonard Lindholm of Mulvane, Kansas; Charley (June) Lindholm of Ada, Oklahoma; Norman Lindholm of Willard, Ohio; sisters, Elenore Claribel “Lindy” Hurd of Alamogordo, New Mexico; Beverly Anne (Virgil) Severns of Fairbanks, Alaska; many nephews and nieces; 4 grandchildren, Adam (Thao) Harrington of Glastonbury, Connecticut; John Michael (Erin) Ludwig of Wichita, Kansas; Valerye Milleson of Fairfax, Virginia; Caryn (David) Smith of Shawnee, Kansas and 7 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 2 pm Thursday, January 16, 2020, at the United Methodist Church. The family will greet friends prior to the service beginning at 1 pm. A reception will follow. Interment will be in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan, KS on Friday, January 17th at 11 am.



John C. Lindholm of Manhattan, Kansas died November 10, 2020. John was born in Wichita, Kansas on November 3, 1923, to Nora Anne (Borror) and Ernest Cyril Lindholm. He attended Cheney High School, graduating in 1941, before attending Kansas State University, where he graduated in 1949 with dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration.On June 8, 1947, he married the love of his life, Mildred Ruth Socolofsky at the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, Kansas. Together they had four children; Martha (Michael) Milleson, Susan (John) Harrington, both of Leavenworth, Kansas, John (Debra) Lindholm, Houston, Texas and Barbara (Randall) Angell, Bothell, Washington.John belonged to the First United Methodist Church where he was a member of the United Methodist Men, Peacemakers Sunday School Class, Old Geezers, and other committees and served as Chairman of the Finance Committee and Chairman of the Board of Trustees.In 1942 he enlisted in the Army Air Corps becoming a B-17 pilot. He and his crew flew 17 bombing missions with the 457th Bomb Group out of Glatton, England from February to April 1945, then several observational flights and two flights to repatriate French POWs from Austria. He received medals during his service including the European Theater of Operation, Bronze Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was released from active duty in October 1945 but remained in the Air Force active reserves until May of 1972.After graduation, he worked for General Electric and Midwest Research Institute before starting graduate studies. He taught while completing his MSME at Kansas University, and then while earning his Ph.D. at Purdue University. He joined the KSU faculty as a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and later Head of the Engineering Technology Department. He was active in the Society of Experimental Mechanics, American Society Engineering Education, American Society of Mechanical Engineering serving 2 terms as Regional Vice President and was faculty advisor to the KSU chapter of the Society of Women Engineers. He, along with his family, spent 2 years with a team of engineering professors to help establish an Engineering program at the University of Assiut, Assiut, Egypt. He had Fulbright Fellowships to The University of the South Pacific, Fiji Islands and University of Assiut, Egypt.Giving back to the community was important to John. In addition to his church activities, John was a member of the American Legion and volunteered with the Kansas Boys State Program for 20 years sharing his WWII experiences and memorabilia. He volunteered for many other programs over the years among them the AARP Income Tax Prep Program, the Home Care &amp; Hospice Vet to Vet Program and the Kansas 2A State Basketball Tournament. He was recently honored by RSVP as one of their oldest volunteers.He was preceded in death by his wife. In addition to the four children, he is survived by brothers, Leonard Lindholm of Mulvane, Kansas; Charley (June) Lindholm of Ada, Oklahoma; Norman Lindholm of Willard, Ohio; sisters, Elenore Claribel “Lindy” Hurd of Alamogordo, New Mexico; Beverly Anne (Virgil) Severns of Fairbanks, Alaska; many nephews and nieces; 4 grandchildren, Adam (Thao) Harrington of Glastonbury, Connecticut; John Michael (Erin) Ludwig of Wichita, Kansas; Valerye Milleson of Fairfax, Virginia; Caryn (David) Smith of Shawnee, Kansas and 7 great-grandchildren.Memorial services will be held at 2 pm Thursday, January 16, 2020, at the United Methodist Church. The family will greet friends prior to the service beginning at 1 pm. A reception will follow. Interment will be in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan, KS on Friday, January 17th at 11 am.

John C. Lindholm



Pansy Kay Hoover, 66, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Monday, January 13th, at Good Shepherd Hospice House. She was a computer specialist for Farm Services (ASCS) in Kansas City, MO.,

Pansy was born in Manhattan, on April 6, 1953, the daughter of the late Thelda I. (Menhusen) and Fred E. Yapp. She graduated from Manhattan High School; received a BS Degree in Accounting from Emporia State University.

She was the wife of Thomas Hoover, they were united in marriage on Sept. 30, 1972, at the Blue Valley United Methodist Church, Manhattan. She was a member of the VFW- Manhattan, American Legion Aux. #17, NARFE (The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, and loved to Quilt.

Pansy is survived by her Husband Thomas of Manhattan, two sons Britton Hoover and companion Janet Cruz, of Lenexa, KS; Alex Hoover, of Manhattan. Pansy is also survived by a sister, Cheryl Yapp, of Manhattan and brother, Fred "Gene" Yapp, of Hoyt, KS.

Visitation will be Friday, January 17, 2020, from 4-6 PM at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice 3801 Vanesta Dr. Manhattan, Kansas 66503 or KU Hospital- Cancer Center.

Private Inurnment will be held at a later date at the Jewell Cemetery, Jewell, KS.



Pansy Kay Hoover, 66, of Manhattan, KS, passed away Monday, January 13th, at Good Shepherd Hospice House. She was a computer specialist for Farm Services (ASCS) in Kansas City, MO.,Pansy was born in Manhattan, on April 6, 1953, the daughter of the late Thelda I. (Menhusen) and Fred E. Yapp. She graduated from Manhattan High School; received a BS Degree in Accounting from Emporia State University.She was the wife of Thomas Hoover, they were united in marriage on Sept. 30, 1972, at the Blue Valley United Methodist Church, Manhattan. She was a member of the VFW- Manhattan, American Legion Aux. #17, NARFE (The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, and loved to Quilt.Pansy is survived by her Husband Thomas of Manhattan, two sons Britton Hoover and companion Janet Cruz, of Lenexa, KS; Alex Hoover, of Manhattan. Pansy is also survived by a sister, Cheryl Yapp, of Manhattan and brother, Fred "Gene" Yapp, of Hoyt, KS.Visitation will be Friday, January 17, 2020, from 4-6 PM at Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice 3801 Vanesta Dr. Manhattan, Kansas 66503 or KU Hospital- Cancer Center.Private Inurnment will be held at a later date at the Jewell Cemetery, Jewell, KS.

Pansy Kay Hoover



David B. Wells, age 75, died on Sunday January 12, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, Kansas.

He was born on September 16, 1944 in Wichita, Kansas the son of Blaine &amp; Pauline (Bolejack) Wells. David was an electrical lineman and business owner for many years in Russell, Ks, and worked for the City of Russell until his retirement in 2007.

David was united in marriage to Judy Chapin on September 4, 1965 in Washington, KS.

In describing David, only these things really need to be said: Family, Friends, and K-State. He enjoyed spending time with his family, creating games for his grandkids, and playing golf with his friends. His love for all K-State Sports was evident in being a season ticket holder for 25 years and tailgating with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife: Judy of 54 years; 3 sons: Tim Wells (Kim) of Longmont, CO, Tom Wells (Stacy) of Elburn, IL and Todd Wells (Kuebler Perry) of Kansas City, MO; 5 grandchildren (Jared, David, Danny, Mia, and Joey); a brother: Don Wells (Karen) of Wichita, KS; 3 sisters: Laura Soash (Richard) of Manhattan, KS, Sue Brun (Jeff) of Meriden, KS and Elizabeth Wagoner (Ron) of Derby, KS.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday January 17, 2020 at the First United Methodist Church, Manhattan, Kansas. Interment will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday at the Washington City Cemetery, Washington, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.



David B. Wells, age 75, died on Sunday January 12, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, Kansas.He was born on September 16, 1944 in Wichita, Kansas the son of Blaine &amp; Pauline (Bolejack) Wells. David was an electrical lineman and business owner for many years in Russell, Ks, and worked for the City of Russell until his retirement in 2007.David was united in marriage to Judy Chapin on September 4, 1965 in Washington, KS.In describing David, only these things really need to be said: Family, Friends, and K-State. He enjoyed spending time with his family, creating games for his grandkids, and playing golf with his friends. His love for all K-State Sports was evident in being a season ticket holder for 25 years and tailgating with his family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife: Judy of 54 years; 3 sons: Tim Wells (Kim) of Longmont, CO, Tom Wells (Stacy) of Elburn, IL and Todd Wells (Kuebler Perry) of Kansas City, MO; 5 grandchildren (Jared, David, Danny, Mia, and Joey); a brother: Don Wells (Karen) of Wichita, KS; 3 sisters: Laura Soash (Richard) of Manhattan, KS, Sue Brun (Jeff) of Meriden, KS and Elizabeth Wagoner (Ron) of Derby, KS.Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday January 17, 2020 at the First United Methodist Church, Manhattan, Kansas. Interment will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday at the Washington City Cemetery, Washington, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

David B. Wells



Dr. G. Kathleen Newell, age 97, of Manhattan, died Wednesday January 8, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan.

She was born on September 1, 1922 in Stafford, Kansas, the daughter of Hardin and Grace (Bess) Newell. She was the eighth child of nine in her family. Kathleen attended schools in Stafford and graduated from Stafford High School with the class of 1940. She then attended Kansas State University and earned her Bachelors Degree in Dietetics and Institution Management in 1944. She earned her PhD. From the University of Tennessee in Nutrition in 1972.

Dr. Newell accomplished many goals in her professional career. She worked as an intern at the University of Michigan. Then for 11 years she worked in a hospital in Michigan in the dietetics department. In 1958 she became an assistant professor at the University of Wyoming in Home Economics and then she moved to Manhattan to work at Kansas State University for the Department of Food and Nutrition and became a professor in 1984 and retired in 1988.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Also, the American Dietetic Association and the Kansas Dietetic Association, the Delta Kappa Gamma. KSU Alumni Association, the Presidents Club. She loved to attend the lectures for the Landon Lecture Series at KSU.

She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings; also 2 nephews and her niece.

Survivors include her nephew Dale Newell (Marsha) of Hays, Kansas and her niece Vicki Marks (Gene) of Great Bend, Kansas; also, her many other nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and her great-great-great nieces and nephews.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday January 16, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday January 17, 2020 at the Stafford Cemetery in Stafford, Kansas.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the KSU Foundation, the Meadowlark Hills Foundation or the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Dr. G. Kathleen Newell, age 97, of Manhattan, died Wednesday January 8, 2020 at the Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan.She was born on September 1, 1922 in Stafford, Kansas, the daughter of Hardin and Grace (Bess) Newell. She was the eighth child of nine in her family. Kathleen attended schools in Stafford and graduated from Stafford High School with the class of 1940. She then attended Kansas State University and earned her Bachelors Degree in Dietetics and Institution Management in 1944. She earned her PhD. From the University of Tennessee in Nutrition in 1972.Dr. Newell accomplished many goals in her professional career. She worked as an intern at the University of Michigan. Then for 11 years she worked in a hospital in Michigan in the dietetics department. In 1958 she became an assistant professor at the University of Wyoming in Home Economics and then she moved to Manhattan to work at Kansas State University for the Department of Food and Nutrition and became a professor in 1984 and retired in 1988.She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Also, the American Dietetic Association and the Kansas Dietetic Association, the Delta Kappa Gamma. KSU Alumni Association, the Presidents Club. She loved to attend the lectures for the Landon Lecture Series at KSU.She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings; also 2 nephews and her niece.Survivors include her nephew Dale Newell (Marsha) of Hays, Kansas and her niece Vicki Marks (Gene) of Great Bend, Kansas; also, her many other nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and her great-great-great nieces and nephews.Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday January 16, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday January 17, 2020 at the Stafford Cemetery in Stafford, Kansas.Memorial contributions are suggested to the KSU Foundation, the Meadowlark Hills Foundation or the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Dr. G. Kathleen Newell



Shirley Gillen, 81, of Junction City, died Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at KU Medical Center. Shirley was born October 26, 1938, Junction City, the daughter of Harlin and Lillian (Ritter) Bragg.

Shirley attended Junction City schools and was a graduate of Junction City High School class of 1956.

She married her husband Jerry Gillen on April 20, 1958. They were married 57 years. Jerry died October 24, 2015. Jerry was called to serving the army shortly after they were married which placed them in Fort Hood, Texas and Augsburg, Germany 1958-1960, and then they returned to Junction City.

Shirley attended Brown Mackie Technical College of Salina, graduating with a degree in accounting. Shirley and Jerry owned and operated Gillen’s Shoe Store and Cowen’s Shoe Store in downtown Junction City. Shirley was then a branch manager for First National Bank, customer Service Manager of independent housing at Fort Riley, and worked tax season for H &amp; R Block. She was the Geary County Chairman for the Eastern Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis for 25 years. Shirley’s interests over the years were plants and flowers, boating, traveling adventures, and working crossword puzzles. She continued working these puzzles digitally with friends and family, and researching a diversity of interests online. Shirley’s door was always open, she was most grateful for the many gracious home care and medical services, friends and family members that she visited with near and far.

Shirley was proceeded in death by her husband, Jerry; her parents Harlin and Lillian Bragg.

Survivors include: son, Tom Gillen and his wife Freda of Chapman; daughter, Kay Bauman and her husband Kevin of Eudora; daughter Kim Osborn of Wichita; grandchildren - Tara (Jason) Altenhoften, Robin (Chad) Wilfawn, Jerrad (Rebecca) Gillen, Austin (Jessica) Murphy, Ashley (Brian) Smardo, Nicole (Chris) Brady, Jaimie Osborn; and 10 great grandchildren, she is also survived by her sister Betty McCullough of Florida.

Visitation will be Thursday, January 16, 5:00-7:00 pm at Johnson Funeral Home.

A private burial will be at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan, Kansas where her ashes will be laid to rest next to her loving husband at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Eastern Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis, 7611 State Line Road, Ste. 100, Kansas City, MO 64114 or to the Palliative Care at The University of Kansas Health System. Donations can be made payable to The University of Kansas Health System and mailed to Fund Development, 2330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 305, Westwood, KS 66205 or visit www.kansashealthsystem.com/giving to give online.

Shirley Gillen, 81, of Junction City, died Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at KU Medical Center. Shirley was born October 26, 1938, Junction City, the daughter of Harlin and Lillian (Ritter) Bragg.Shirley attended Junction City schools and was a graduate of Junction City High School class of 1956.She married her husband Jerry Gillen on April 20, 1958. They were married 57 years. Jerry died October 24, 2015. Jerry was called to serving the army shortly after they were married which placed them in Fort Hood, Texas and Augsburg, Germany 1958-1960, and then they returned to Junction City.Shirley attended Brown Mackie Technical College of Salina, graduating with a degree in accounting. Shirley and Jerry owned and operated Gillen’s Shoe Store and Cowen’s Shoe Store in downtown Junction City. Shirley was then a branch manager for First National Bank, customer Service Manager of independent housing at Fort Riley, and worked tax season for H &amp; R Block. She was the Geary County Chairman for the Eastern Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis for 25 years. Shirley’s interests over the years were plants and flowers, boating, traveling adventures, and working crossword puzzles. She continued working these puzzles digitally with friends and family, and researching a diversity of interests online. Shirley’s door was always open, she was most grateful for the many gracious home care and medical services, friends and family members that she visited with near and far.Shirley was proceeded in death by her husband, Jerry; her parents Harlin and Lillian Bragg.Survivors include: son, Tom Gillen and his wife Freda of Chapman; daughter, Kay Bauman and her husband Kevin of Eudora; daughter Kim Osborn of Wichita; grandchildren - Tara (Jason) Altenhoften, Robin (Chad) Wilfawn, Jerrad (Rebecca) Gillen, Austin (Jessica) Murphy, Ashley (Brian) Smardo, Nicole (Chris) Brady, Jaimie Osborn; and 10 great grandchildren, she is also survived by her sister Betty McCullough of Florida.Visitation will be Thursday, January 16, 5:00-7:00 pm at Johnson Funeral Home.A private burial will be at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan, Kansas where her ashes will be laid to rest next to her loving husband at a later date.Memorial contributions can be made to the Eastern Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis, 7611 State Line Road, Ste. 100, Kansas City, MO 64114 or to the Palliative Care at The University of Kansas Health System. Donations can be made payable to The University of Kansas Health System and mailed to Fund Development, 2330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 305, Westwood, KS 66205 or visit www.kansashealthsystem.com/giving to give online.

Shirley Gillen

Harold G. "Hal" Snook, 65, Junction City, KS, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Via Chrsti Hospital in Manhattan, KS. Cremation has taken place. A private inurnment service will take place at a later date.

Harold G. "Hal" Snook, 65, Junction City, KS, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Via Chrsti Hospital in Manhattan, KS. Cremation has taken place. A private inurnment service will take place at a later date.

Harold G. "Hal" Snook



Gary Leo Sacher, 69, of Grandview Plaza, KS, passed away on January 2, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home is assisting family with cremation arrangements.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the Grandview Plaza Community Building, 402 State Ave., Grandview Plaza, KS 66441.

Gary was born on March 5, 1950, in Ft. Lewis, Washington, to Leo and Ilah (Schroeder) Sacher. He and his family lived in many duty stations due to his father's military career. They ultimately settled in Junction City, Kansas, where Gary attended Junction City High School. He went on to work in various positions to include being the manager of tire maintenance and was a council member for the City of Grandview Plaza.

Gary is survived by his loving family: his daughter, Rosalee A. (Antoinette) Sacher of Grandview Plaza, KS; his son, Chris M. (Cathi) Sacher of Abilene, KS; his two sisters, Roxie Heller and Cheri Shanks both of Junction City, KS; his grandson, Kelvin A. Sacher of Abilene; his granddaughter, Cheyenne M. Sacher of Junction City, KS; ex-wife and close friend, Vivian Grimes of Junction City, KS; and a host of loving family and friends.

He was preceded in death by parents Ilah M. and Leo F. Sacher and his sisters, Dale Davis and Maxine Blocker.

Gary Leo Sacher, 69, of Grandview Plaza, KS, passed away on January 2, 2020. Johnson Funeral Home is assisting family with cremation arrangements.A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the Grandview Plaza Community Building, 402 State Ave., Grandview Plaza, KS 66441.Gary was born on March 5, 1950, in Ft. Lewis, Washington, to Leo and Ilah (Schroeder) Sacher. He and his family lived in many duty stations due to his father's military career. They ultimately settled in Junction City, Kansas, where Gary attended Junction City High School. He went on to work in various positions to include being the manager of tire maintenance and was a council member for the City of Grandview Plaza.Gary is survived by his loving family: his daughter, Rosalee A. (Antoinette) Sacher of Grandview Plaza, KS; his son, Chris M. (Cathi) Sacher of Abilene, KS; his two sisters, Roxie Heller and Cheri Shanks both of Junction City, KS; his grandson, Kelvin A. Sacher of Abilene; his granddaughter, Cheyenne M. Sacher of Junction City, KS; ex-wife and close friend, Vivian Grimes of Junction City, KS; and a host of loving family and friends.He was preceded in death by parents Ilah M. and Leo F. Sacher and his sisters, Dale Davis and Maxine Blocker.

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