Donna Rose (Sinn) Kraushaar, age 87 of Frankfort, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

She was born on June 22, 1932 in Riley, the daughter of Charlie and Edna (Rueck) Sinn.

On March 4, 1954 she married Nilwon Dale Kraushaar in the Riley Presbyterian Church.  They retired in Frankfort and were married over 60 years.  He preceded her in death in 2014.

Donna was a housewife most of her working career.  She was a very good cook, an excellent seamstress and a Cub Scout master for many years.  She loved the outdoors and vacationing with her husband and children.  She enjoyed watching the Kansas State Wildcats football and basketball teams, the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals.  Reading was a passion of hers and she liked going to movies with her friends.

She is survived by three sons, twins, Kenneth Kraushaar and wife Deb of Baldwin and Keith Kraushaar and wife Rita of Riley and Steven Kraushaar and wife Debbie of Marysville; one daughter, Kathleen Stafford and husband Bill of Fairway; seven grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; one niece, Linda Benninga and husband Maurice of Newton and one nephew, Doug Flynn of Manhattan.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one great grandson, Phoenix Wise and one sister, Kitty Flynn and husband Allen.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 8, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Akins officiating.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday.  Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for P.E.O.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home in Riley, Kansas.

Donna Rose (Sinn) Kraushaar, age 87 of Frankfort, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.She was born on June 22, 1932 in Riley, the daughter of Charlie and Edna (Rueck) Sinn.On March 4, 1954 she married Nilwon Dale Kraushaar in the Riley Presbyterian Church. They retired in Frankfort and were married over 60 years. He preceded her in death in 2014.Donna was a housewife most of her working career. She was a very good cook, an excellent seamstress and a Cub Scout master for many years. She loved the outdoors and vacationing with her husband and children. She enjoyed watching the Kansas State Wildcats football and basketball teams, the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals. Reading was a passion of hers and she liked going to movies with her friends.She is survived by three sons, twins, Kenneth Kraushaar and wife Deb of Baldwin and Keith Kraushaar and wife Rita of Riley and Steven Kraushaar and wife Debbie of Marysville; one daughter, Kathleen Stafford and husband Bill of Fairway; seven grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; one niece, Linda Benninga and husband Maurice of Newton and one nephew, Doug Flynn of Manhattan.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one great grandson, Phoenix Wise and one sister, Kitty Flynn and husband Allen.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 8, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Akins officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for P.E.O. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home in Riley, Kansas.

Donna Rose (Sinn) Kraushaar



Ray Herman Dieball of Manhattan, died February 3, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

He was born March 2, 1925, on the family farm west of Alma, Kansas, the son of Albert H. and Lillian U. (Noller) Dieball. Ray graduated from Alma High School in the Class of 1943.

Ray was married to Betty L. Rochester on November 19, 1947, and they moved to the family farm. The lived on the family farm until moving into Alma in 1970, and then moved to Manhattan in 1980.

Ray was a farmer stockman on the family farm west of Alma along Mill Creek. The family raised Registered Hereford cattle for many years. Ray enjoyed the farming life spending many hours behind a team of mules or horses. He often helped out the neighbors by pitching bundles during thrashing. In 1970 he went to work for the Alta Vista and Alma CO-OP Grain Elevators and farm supplies. In 1977 he Incorporated B &amp; R. Farm Supply Company in east Manhattan. He later he worked for Manhattan Medical Center and for Pottawatomie County Roads and Bridges Department. During his retirement he owned Ray’s Sharpening and would sharpen all your household tools.

He was a member of the Peace United Church of Christ in Alma, and was a member and Past Master of the A.F. &amp; A.M. Masonic Lodge #161in Alma that later transferred to the Wamego Lodge # 75.

Ray enjoyed being outdoors and the family would swim in Mill Creek and have cookouts, he and Betty camped for many years, and Ray was known for his homemade wine.

Ray was preceded in death by his wife Betty on April 4, 2015. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Jennie Dieball; two grandchildren: Tyrel Dieball and Callea Breiner; and by his three siblings: Lillian Zerbe, Alberta Wertzberger and Donald Dieball.

Survivors include his three sons: Al Dieball and his wife Kathy of Manhattan, Robert Dieball and his wife Kayla of Manhattan, and Marc Dieball and his wife Kathy of Leonardville; three grandchildren: Shanna Griffin (Kevin, Cory Dieball (Sally, and Bill Dieball; five great-grandchildren: Taylor Dieball, Blake Griffin, Cole Dieball, Karsten and Kasen Breiner; and his grandson son-in- law Chad Breiner.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, February 7th, at the Peace United Church of Christ, 401 Grand Ave., Alma, with Reverend Michael Vollbrecht officiating. Interment will follow in the Peace United Church Cemetery in Alma.

The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, February 6th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the Peace United Church of Christ 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.



Ray Herman Dieball of Manhattan, died February 3, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.He was born March 2, 1925, on the family farm west of Alma, Kansas, the son of Albert H. and Lillian U. (Noller) Dieball. Ray graduated from Alma High School in the Class of 1943.Ray was married to Betty L. Rochester on November 19, 1947, and they moved to the family farm. The lived on the family farm until moving into Alma in 1970, and then moved to Manhattan in 1980.Ray was a farmer stockman on the family farm west of Alma along Mill Creek. The family raised Registered Hereford cattle for many years. Ray enjoyed the farming life spending many hours behind a team of mules or horses. He often helped out the neighbors by pitching bundles during thrashing. In 1970 he went to work for the Alta Vista and Alma CO-OP Grain Elevators and farm supplies. In 1977 he Incorporated B &amp; R. Farm Supply Company in east Manhattan. He later he worked for Manhattan Medical Center and for Pottawatomie County Roads and Bridges Department. During his retirement he owned Ray’s Sharpening and would sharpen all your household tools.He was a member of the Peace United Church of Christ in Alma, and was a member and Past Master of the A.F. &amp; A.M. Masonic Lodge #161in Alma that later transferred to the Wamego Lodge # 75.Ray enjoyed being outdoors and the family would swim in Mill Creek and have cookouts, he and Betty camped for many years, and Ray was known for his homemade wine.Ray was preceded in death by his wife Betty on April 4, 2015. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Jennie Dieball; two grandchildren: Tyrel Dieball and Callea Breiner; and by his three siblings: Lillian Zerbe, Alberta Wertzberger and Donald Dieball.Survivors include his three sons: Al Dieball and his wife Kathy of Manhattan, Robert Dieball and his wife Kayla of Manhattan, and Marc Dieball and his wife Kathy of Leonardville; three grandchildren: Shanna Griffin (Kevin, Cory Dieball (Sally, and Bill Dieball; five great-grandchildren: Taylor Dieball, Blake Griffin, Cole Dieball, Karsten and Kasen Breiner; and his grandson son-in- law Chad Breiner.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, February 7th, at the Peace United Church of Christ, 401 Grand Ave., Alma, with Reverend Michael Vollbrecht officiating. Interment will follow in the Peace United Church Cemetery in Alma.The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, February 6th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Memorial contributions may be made to either the Peace United Church of Christ 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.

Ray Herman Dieball



Marsha F Crotinger Engelken age 76, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and educator passed away February 1, 2020 with her loving husband by her side.

Marsha was born June 7, 1943 in Syracuse Kansas to William and June Crotinger. She grew up on a farm in Western Kansas, and attended Greeley Co. Schools she her family then moved to Garden City, KS and she graduated from Garden City High School in 1961. Marsha then went on to attend college at Kansas State University graduating with a degree in secondary education. Marsha taught in the Manhattan School District till 1996. After retiring from Manhattan High, she went on to substitute teach in the USD 380 school district until 2006.

She married Alfred Engelken on March 23, 1996 in Manhattan, KS. They made their home in Vermillion, KS.

Marsha is survived by her husband Alfred, step sons, Jeremiah Engelken, Zachary Engelken (Jennifer, and step-granddaughters, Jaelynn Engelken, Oakley Melvin and Maggie Melvin. Also her siblings, Mary Kaye Chandler (Jerry, Jim Crotinger (Janette, Rod Crotinger (Jolene) Fred Crotinger (Kathy) and Mavis Houk (Glenn) and many nieces and nephews.

Marsha was an avid K-State fan, loved gardening, reading, traveling, cooking and bird-watching.

To honor Marsha’s wishes there will be a celebration of her life Saturday, February 8, 11:00am at the Centralia Community Center, 106 John Riggins Ave, Centralia, KS. The family will then complete Marsha’s wishes and scattered her ashes at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermillion Public Library. Contributions should be sent to the Vermillion Public Library, 102 Main St, Vermillion, KS 66544.

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



Marsha F Crotinger Engelken age 76, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and educator passed away February 1, 2020 with her loving husband by her side.Marsha was born June 7, 1943 in Syracuse Kansas to William and June Crotinger. She grew up on a farm in Western Kansas, and attended Greeley Co. Schools she her family then moved to Garden City, KS and she graduated from Garden City High School in 1961. Marsha then went on to attend college at Kansas State University graduating with a degree in secondary education. Marsha taught in the Manhattan School District till 1996. After retiring from Manhattan High, she went on to substitute teach in the USD 380 school district until 2006.She married Alfred Engelken on March 23, 1996 in Manhattan, KS. They made their home in Vermillion, KS.Marsha is survived by her husband Alfred, step sons, Jeremiah Engelken, Zachary Engelken (Jennifer, and step-granddaughters, Jaelynn Engelken, Oakley Melvin and Maggie Melvin. Also her siblings, Mary Kaye Chandler (Jerry, Jim Crotinger (Janette, Rod Crotinger (Jolene) Fred Crotinger (Kathy) and Mavis Houk (Glenn) and many nieces and nephews.Marsha was an avid K-State fan, loved gardening, reading, traveling, cooking and bird-watching.To honor Marsha’s wishes there will be a celebration of her life Saturday, February 8, 11:00am at the Centralia Community Center, 106 John Riggins Ave, Centralia, KS. The family will then complete Marsha’s wishes and scattered her ashes at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermillion Public Library. Contributions should be sent to the Vermillion Public Library, 102 Main St, Vermillion, KS 66544.The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

Marsha F. Crotinger Engelken



Roger Andrew Closson, 71, of Manhattan, KS passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020.

Roger was born in Independence, MO on October 22, 1948, to Harriet Ione (Allen) and Wayne Closson.

He served in the U.S. Navy as an Aircraft Mechanic. Roger received a Masters of Science in Public Health from the University of Missouri. He was the Executive Director at many retirement and nursing communities.

He loved restoring antique cars and trucks. He also enjoyed camping, and RV'ing as well as hunting. He was a member of; Kiwanis, Rotary Club, and the American College of Health Care Administrators,

Roger is survived by his wife Judith, two daughters, Emily Martin, of San Antonio, TX;

Rebekah (Brian) Schuh, of Riley, KS; son, James(Marie)Eklund, of Manhattan, KS; a sister, Patricia Cammarata, and six grandchildren Braxton, Brogan, Dylan, Asher, Blaine, and Bladen.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Allen Closson,

A Celebration of Life at First Church-The Nazarene in Manhattan, KS will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2020, at 10:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to American Cancer Society 1315 SW Arrowhead Road; #2 Topeka, KS 66601.

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



Roger Andrew Closson, 71, of Manhattan, KS passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020.Roger was born in Independence, MO on October 22, 1948, to Harriet Ione (Allen) and Wayne Closson.He served in the U.S. Navy as an Aircraft Mechanic. Roger received a Masters of Science in Public Health from the University of Missouri. He was the Executive Director at many retirement and nursing communities.He loved restoring antique cars and trucks. He also enjoyed camping, and RV'ing as well as hunting. He was a member of; Kiwanis, Rotary Club, and the American College of Health Care Administrators,Roger is survived by his wife Judith, two daughters, Emily Martin, of San Antonio, TX;Rebekah (Brian) Schuh, of Riley, KS; son, James(Marie)Eklund, of Manhattan, KS; a sister, Patricia Cammarata, and six grandchildren Braxton, Brogan, Dylan, Asher, Blaine, and Bladen.He is preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Allen Closson,A Celebration of Life at First Church-The Nazarene in Manhattan, KS will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2020, at 10:00 AM.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to American Cancer Society 1315 SW Arrowhead Road; #2 Topeka, KS 66601.Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.

Roger Andrew Closson



Jerrie Austin Easterling, 86, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at the Leonardville Nursing Home. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2020, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1705 McFarland Road. Bishop Stuart Wells will officiate.&nbsp; A visitation will be held 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow the funeral service at Highland Cemetery.

Jerrie was born Wednesday, August 9, 1933 in Junction City, Geary, Kansas to Vester Abraham Easterling Sr. and Marguerite Elizabeth Stebbins. He was the youngest of their three children. He graduated from Riverside Poly High School in 1952 where he lettered in swimming, diving and band.&nbsp; Jerrie went on to attend Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah where he learned about and joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While at BYU he was drafted into the military for the Korean conflict and served from 1953-57.

He later served an LDS mission to the Florida Mission from 1961-1963. After his mission he returned to BYU to complete his education and received his Master’s in Psychology.

On July 29, 1975, he was married and sealed to his sweetheart, Karen Kay Brown, in the Manti Temple in Manti, Utah.

Jerrie worked as on Occupational School Psychologist for USD 475 for 35 years and retired in 2004.&nbsp; Jerrie was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he served in many capacities including: Bishop, temple worker and Stake Clerk.&nbsp; His favorite calling was as Scout Master where he was able to spend time helping young men, including his own three sons, learn life long skills. He was the recipient of the Silver Beaver and the Vigil Honor, for his service and dedication to the scouting program.

He was proud that all three of his sons became Eagle Scouts and served honorable missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Jerrie is survived by his wife, Karen, and their children: Cherie (Dennis) Bush of Salt Lake City, UT, Jennifer Fuller of Salt Lake City, UT, David (Kimberly) Easterling of Junction City, KS, Jonathan (Ashlie) Easterling of Tooele, UT, Michael (Savannah) Easterling of Provo, UT, 9 grandchildren and 4 greatgrandsons. As well as a brother, Vester Abraham Easterling Jr. of Oakland, CA. Jerrie was proceeded in death by his parents, his brother Lester Arthur Easterling and his granddaughter Mary Adeline Easterling.



Jerrie Austin Easterling, 86, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at the Leonardville Nursing Home. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2020, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1705 McFarland Road. Bishop Stuart Wells will officiate.&nbsp; A visitation will be held 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow the funeral service at Highland Cemetery.Jerrie was born Wednesday, August 9, 1933 in Junction City, Geary, Kansas to Vester Abraham Easterling Sr. and Marguerite Elizabeth Stebbins. He was the youngest of their three children. He graduated from Riverside Poly High School in 1952 where he lettered in swimming, diving and band.&nbsp; Jerrie went on to attend Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah where he learned about and joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While at BYU he was drafted into the military for the Korean conflict and served from 1953-57.He later served an LDS mission to the Florida Mission from 1961-1963. After his mission he returned to BYU to complete his education and received his Master’s in Psychology.On July 29, 1975, he was married and sealed to his sweetheart, Karen Kay Brown, in the Manti Temple in Manti, Utah.Jerrie worked as on Occupational School Psychologist for USD 475 for 35 years and retired in 2004.&nbsp; Jerrie was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he served in many capacities including: Bishop, temple worker and Stake Clerk.&nbsp; His favorite calling was as Scout Master where he was able to spend time helping young men, including his own three sons, learn life long skills. He was the recipient of the Silver Beaver and the Vigil Honor, for his service and dedication to the scouting program.He was proud that all three of his sons became Eagle Scouts and served honorable missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Jerrie is survived by his wife, Karen, and their children: Cherie (Dennis) Bush of Salt Lake City, UT, Jennifer Fuller of Salt Lake City, UT, David (Kimberly) Easterling of Junction City, KS, Jonathan (Ashlie) Easterling of Tooele, UT, Michael (Savannah) Easterling of Provo, UT, 9 grandchildren and 4 greatgrandsons. As well as a brother, Vester Abraham Easterling Jr. of Oakland, CA. Jerrie was proceeded in death by his parents, his brother Lester Arthur Easterling and his granddaughter Mary Adeline Easterling.

Jerrie Austin Easterling 

James&nbsp; F. "Jim" Nixon, 80, of Chapman, died Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 at Kelly House in Topeka.&nbsp; Jim was born Feb. 18, 1939 in Tyler, Minnesota, the son of Floyd and Bethlyn (Herron) Nixon.&nbsp;&nbsp;

After high school,&nbsp; Jim attended the University of Minnesota for 2 years.&nbsp; He then entered the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was Honorably Discharged after 3 years.

Jim purchased a service station in Junction City in July, 1965, which he owned and operated as "Jim's 66" until Oct. 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jim was very civic minded, as he was a long time member of Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce,&nbsp; a member and past Chairman of the board of the Convention and Visitors Bureau,&nbsp; and was a long time member of the Junction City Rotary Club.&nbsp; Jim was also a lover of wildlife and was the past President of Geary County Fish and Game, member of and past Chairman of State of Kansas Ducks Unlimited.&nbsp; He had also served as fundraising chairman to build the Milford Nature Center.

Jim married Jeanne Acker on January 15, 1961 in Junction City.&nbsp; Jeanne survives.&nbsp; Other survivors include:&nbsp; 2 sons, Russell Nixon and his wife Cindy, Junction City, and Robert Nixon and his wife Jill, Manhattan;&nbsp; a brother John Nixon, St. Cloud, Minnesota;&nbsp; and 4 grandchildren, Matt Nixon, Jessica Nixon, Kristy Skaggs and her husband, Ben, and Jake Nixon.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Mary Nixon.

A Graveside Inurnment Service will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, Feb. 7, 2020 at Highland Cemetery, Junction City.&nbsp; The family will greet friends on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020, 6:00 pm.-8:00 p.m.at Johnson Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be given to the Milford Nature Center Special Projects, sent in care of Johnson Funeral Home,&nbsp;203 N. Washington, Junction City, KS&nbsp; 66441.



James&nbsp; F. "Jim" Nixon, 80, of Chapman, died Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 at Kelly House in Topeka.&nbsp; Jim was born Feb. 18, 1939 in Tyler, Minnesota, the son of Floyd and Bethlyn (Herron) Nixon.&nbsp;&nbsp;After high school,&nbsp; Jim attended the University of Minnesota for 2 years.&nbsp; He then entered the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was Honorably Discharged after 3 years.Jim purchased a service station in Junction City in July, 1965, which he owned and operated as "Jim's 66" until Oct. 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jim was very civic minded, as he was a long time member of Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce,&nbsp; a member and past Chairman of the board of the Convention and Visitors Bureau,&nbsp; and was a long time member of the Junction City Rotary Club.&nbsp; Jim was also a lover of wildlife and was the past President of Geary County Fish and Game, member of and past Chairman of State of Kansas Ducks Unlimited.&nbsp; He had also served as fundraising chairman to build the Milford Nature Center.Jim married Jeanne Acker on January 15, 1961 in Junction City.&nbsp; Jeanne survives.&nbsp; Other survivors include:&nbsp; 2 sons, Russell Nixon and his wife Cindy, Junction City, and Robert Nixon and his wife Jill, Manhattan;&nbsp; a brother John Nixon, St. Cloud, Minnesota;&nbsp; and 4 grandchildren, Matt Nixon, Jessica Nixon, Kristy Skaggs and her husband, Ben, and Jake Nixon.Jim was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Mary Nixon.It was Jim's wish to be cremated.A Graveside Inurnment Service will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, Feb. 7, 2020 at Highland Cemetery, Junction City.&nbsp; The family will greet friends on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020, 6:00 pm.-8:00 p.m.at Johnson Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be given to the Milford Nature Center Special Projects, sent in care of Johnson Funeral Home,&nbsp;203 N. Washington, Junction City, KS&nbsp; 66441.

James  F. "Jim" Nixon

Edward “Ed” Lindlar, age 91 years, passed away February 1, 2020 at his home in Chapman, KS.

He was born to Aloysius and Elizabeth (Flach) Lindlar on October 21, 1928, at their home in Chapman, KS. He grew up with his brother Ignatius ("Bill") and his sister (Vivian). He attended grade school and then graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1947.

After graduating, Ed worked on a section of Chapman for Union Pacific Railroad for four years. In 1951, Ed joined the United States Army and was assigned in Construction Engineers and was stationed at Fort Bliss, TX, Fort Hood, TX and Camp Polk, Louisiana. Ed was honorably discharged in 1953 as a Private First Class. Upon returning to Chapman, he went back to work with Union Pacific Railroad for another four years. He then worked on a farm west of Chapman for Raymond Wood for 14 years and then worked as a night watchman and custodian at Chapman High School until retiring in 1996.

Ed never married but was close to his family. He enjoyed spending time with his sister, Vivian and her family, niece Debbie (VanDaWalker) Pelfrey and great niece Heather and great nephews, J.D and Tommy. Later, he would take his great-great nieces, Harley and Tori, for rides in his truck, to the city park and enjoyed watching Harley ride her bike. He loved the outdoors, fishing, and especially loved taking his family through the country to look for deer, raccoons and other wild animals.

He loved to ride around town in his old pick up and wave to all he passed. He never met a stranger and would give the shirt off his back. He will be long remembered and missed very much by friends and family.

Ed was a lifetime member of St. Michael's Catholic Church.

He is survived by his niece, Deb Pelfrey, Chapman; great niece, Heather Pelfrey, Chapman and great nephew, Tommy Pelfrey, Abilene; Great-great nieces Harley and Tori Pelfrey, Chapman, Great-great nephew, Noah Pelfrey, Abilene.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert and Ignatius; sister Vivian Van Da Walker; and great nephew, J.D. Pelfrey.

The rosary and visitation will be Monday, February 3rd with rosary at 6:00 p.m. and visitation until 7:30 p.m. The funeral Mass will be Tuesday, February 4th at 10:30 a.m. All will be at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 210 E. 6th St, Chapman, KS

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice or St. Michael's Catholic Church in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Edward “Ed” Lindlar, age 91 years, passed away February 1, 2020 at his home in Chapman, KS.He was born to Aloysius and Elizabeth (Flach) Lindlar on October 21, 1928, at their home in Chapman, KS. He grew up with his brother Ignatius ("Bill") and his sister (Vivian). He attended grade school and then graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1947.After graduating, Ed worked on a section of Chapman for Union Pacific Railroad for four years. In 1951, Ed joined the United States Army and was assigned in Construction Engineers and was stationed at Fort Bliss, TX, Fort Hood, TX and Camp Polk, Louisiana. Ed was honorably discharged in 1953 as a Private First Class. Upon returning to Chapman, he went back to work with Union Pacific Railroad for another four years. He then worked on a farm west of Chapman for Raymond Wood for 14 years and then worked as a night watchman and custodian at Chapman High School until retiring in 1996.Ed never married but was close to his family. He enjoyed spending time with his sister, Vivian and her family, niece Debbie (VanDaWalker) Pelfrey and great niece Heather and great nephews, J.D and Tommy. Later, he would take his great-great nieces, Harley and Tori, for rides in his truck, to the city park and enjoyed watching Harley ride her bike. He loved the outdoors, fishing, and especially loved taking his family through the country to look for deer, raccoons and other wild animals.He loved to ride around town in his old pick up and wave to all he passed. He never met a stranger and would give the shirt off his back. He will be long remembered and missed very much by friends and family.Ed was a lifetime member of St. Michael's Catholic Church.He is survived by his niece, Deb Pelfrey, Chapman; great niece, Heather Pelfrey, Chapman and great nephew, Tommy Pelfrey, Abilene; Great-great nieces Harley and Tori Pelfrey, Chapman, Great-great nephew, Noah Pelfrey, Abilene.He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert and Ignatius; sister Vivian Van Da Walker; and great nephew, J.D. Pelfrey.The rosary and visitation will be Monday, February 3rd with rosary at 6:00 p.m. and visitation until 7:30 p.m. The funeral Mass will be Tuesday, February 4th at 10:30 a.m. All will be at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 210 E. 6th St, Chapman, KSIn lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice or St. Michael's Catholic Church in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Edward "Ed" Lindlar

Brian Cecil Round was born in Springfield, Mo on September 4, 1974 to John Round and Jane Bennett and died of natural causes in his semi parked in Oak Grove, Kansas. Brian spent much of his early years in Arkansas City, and in the foster care system.&nbsp; Brian was always interested in sports of any kind. While in Ark City he wrestled, played baseball and football. When he was in the 9th grade he became a foster son to Martin and Nancy Holler and moved with them to Clearwater, Kansas where he graduated. While there he continued his involvement in sports. He remained a part of the Holler family until his death. Brian attended one semester of college and completed training as a heavy Equipment operator in Beloit, Kansas.&nbsp; While there he got his commercial driver’s license.&nbsp; He ended up spending most of his life working in the trucking industry as a long hall driver basically living in his truck.

Brian was preceded in death by his father, and one sister, Stephanie.&nbsp; He is survived by his sister, Dora, Brothers John Jr. and George, foster parents Martin and Nancy Holler, foster sister, Alisha, and foster brother, David. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and other family members and many friends that he made through the years.

Valley United Methodist Church, 300 E Santa Fe Marion, KS 66861



Brian Cecil Round was born in Springfield, Mo on September 4, 1974 to John Round and Jane Bennett and died of natural causes in his semi parked in Oak Grove, Kansas. Brian spent much of his early years in Arkansas City, and in the foster care system.&nbsp; Brian was always interested in sports of any kind. While in Ark City he wrestled, played baseball and football. When he was in the 9th grade he became a foster son to Martin and Nancy Holler and moved with them to Clearwater, Kansas where he graduated. While there he continued his involvement in sports. He remained a part of the Holler family until his death. Brian attended one semester of college and completed training as a heavy Equipment operator in Beloit, Kansas.&nbsp; While there he got his commercial driver’s license.&nbsp; He ended up spending most of his life working in the trucking industry as a long hall driver basically living in his truck.Brian was preceded in death by his father, and one sister, Stephanie.&nbsp; He is survived by his sister, Dora, Brothers John Jr. and George, foster parents Martin and Nancy Holler, foster sister, Alisha, and foster brother, David. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and other family members and many friends that he made through the years.Celebration of LifeSaturday, February 1, 20202:00 p.m.Valley United Methodist Church, 300 E Santa Fe Marion, KS 66861

Brian Cecil Found September 9, 1974 ~ January 16, 2020 (age 45)



John Dallas "J.D." Gantenbein, 47, Abilene, KS, passed away on Wednesday January 29, 2020 at Abilene Memorial Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be announced at a later time.

J.D. was born September 12, 1972, in Abilene, KS, the son of Douglas C. and Janelle (Faulkner) Gantenbein.

J.D. graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1990. After graduation, he worked for Sutherlands in Salina, KS and worked as a custodian with the Abilene Middle School. His last career was working circulation for the Abilene Reflector-Chronicle.

He enjoyed collecting guns and firearms.He enjoyed his reenactment performances with the "Old Abilene Town" gun fighters. J.D. enjoyed purchasing cars. He enjoyed sports and the NFL. J.D. had a special interest in animals and was very good with all animals. He had a sharp and keen sense of humor and wit. He will be deeply missed by his family and co-workers.

J.D. is survived by three daughters, Alexandria England of Hutchinson, KS; Emily Gantenbein of Abilene, KS and Cora Lynn Champion of Salina, KS; one granddaughter, Hadleigh Jo England; father, Doug Gantenbein of Abilene, KS and two brothers, Craig Gantenbein and wife Mandy of Bennington, KS and Brad Gantenbein and wife Christina of Abilene, KS and many nieces and one nephew.

He was preceded in death by his mother Janelle who passed away December 16, 2016.

John Dallas "J.D." Gantenbein, 47, Abilene, KS, passed away on Wednesday January 29, 2020 at Abilene Memorial Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be announced at a later time.J.D. was born September 12, 1972, in Abilene, KS, the son of Douglas C. and Janelle (Faulkner) Gantenbein.J.D. graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1990. After graduation, he worked for Sutherlands in Salina, KS and worked as a custodian with the Abilene Middle School. His last career was working circulation for the Abilene Reflector-Chronicle.He enjoyed collecting guns and firearms.He enjoyed his reenactment performances with the "Old Abilene Town" gun fighters. J.D. enjoyed purchasing cars. He enjoyed sports and the NFL. J.D. had a special interest in animals and was very good with all animals. He had a sharp and keen sense of humor and wit. He will be deeply missed by his family and co-workers.J.D. is survived by three daughters, Alexandria England of Hutchinson, KS; Emily Gantenbein of Abilene, KS and Cora Lynn Champion of Salina, KS; one granddaughter, Hadleigh Jo England; father, Doug Gantenbein of Abilene, KS and two brothers, Craig Gantenbein and wife Mandy of Bennington, KS and Brad Gantenbein and wife Christina of Abilene, KS and many nieces and one nephew.He was preceded in death by his mother Janelle who passed away December 16, 2016.

John Dallas "J.D." Gantenbein



Verleen J. Byrn, 90, of Junction City, died Monday, January 27, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital. Verleen was born Oct. 19, 1929 in Junction City, the daughter of Harley and Alice (Shirk) Sexton. She grew up in Junction City and graduated from Junction City High School in the Class of 1947.

She was a homemaker, but later worked for 29 years at the George Smith Library. She was very involved with making the transition to the Dorothy Bramlage Library, even serving as Interim Librarian for a time. She retired in 1993.

Verleen was an active member of the First Christian Church, where she served on various committees. She was a member of the Lady's Circle of the church, as well as singing in the church choir.

One of the highlights of her life was a trip the Holy Lands given to her on her 50th Birthday by her daughters. She visited several countries and experienced The Passion Play in Oberammergau.

The real joys in her life was spending time with family and loved ones visiting, playing cards, reading, or singing.

She volunteered in the Gift Shop at the Geary Community Hospital and with the Geary County Historical Society.

Verleen married Earl Hayter on June 7, 1947. They were later divorced. Verleen later married John B. Byrn on October 23, 1970. John preceded her in death on November 19, 1973.

Survivors include 4 daughters, Linda McGaw, Junction City, Marsha Canaday and her husband Tom, Olathe, Cindy Huizingh and her husband Jim, South Jordan, Utah, and Sheila Kelly and her husband Ron, Olathe; a sister, Marilynn Bielefeld and her husband Don, Junction City; a long-time friend and companion, Paul Hood, Manhattan; 9 grandchildren, Jamie Weems, Tara Ruff, Brandon Huizingh, Tim Canaday, Kimberly Plott, Andre' Kelly, John Huizingh, Amber Miller, and Aaron Kelly; 3 step grandchildren, Randie McGaw, Patrick McGaw, and Nichole McGaw; 16 great grandchildren; and 3 step great grandchildren.

Verleen was preceded in death by John B. Byrn, and a great granddaughter, Tressa Canaday.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 31, 2020 at the First Christian Church with Pastor Ronnie Roberts presiding. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. The family will greet friends 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., Thursday evening, January 30, 2020 at the church.

Memorial contributions may be given in Verleen's name to the First Christian Church, 1429 St. Mary's Rd., Junction City, Kansas 66441.



Verleen J. Byrn, 90, of Junction City, died Monday, January 27, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital. Verleen was born Oct. 19, 1929 in Junction City, the daughter of Harley and Alice (Shirk) Sexton. She grew up in Junction City and graduated from Junction City High School in the Class of 1947.She was a homemaker, but later worked for 29 years at the George Smith Library. She was very involved with making the transition to the Dorothy Bramlage Library, even serving as Interim Librarian for a time. She retired in 1993.Verleen was an active member of the First Christian Church, where she served on various committees. She was a member of the Lady's Circle of the church, as well as singing in the church choir.One of the highlights of her life was a trip the Holy Lands given to her on her 50th Birthday by her daughters. She visited several countries and experienced The Passion Play in Oberammergau.The real joys in her life was spending time with family and loved ones visiting, playing cards, reading, or singing.She volunteered in the Gift Shop at the Geary Community Hospital and with the Geary County Historical Society.Verleen married Earl Hayter on June 7, 1947. They were later divorced. Verleen later married John B. Byrn on October 23, 1970. John preceded her in death on November 19, 1973.Survivors include 4 daughters, Linda McGaw, Junction City, Marsha Canaday and her husband Tom, Olathe, Cindy Huizingh and her husband Jim, South Jordan, Utah, and Sheila Kelly and her husband Ron, Olathe; a sister, Marilynn Bielefeld and her husband Don, Junction City; a long-time friend and companion, Paul Hood, Manhattan; 9 grandchildren, Jamie Weems, Tara Ruff, Brandon Huizingh, Tim Canaday, Kimberly Plott, Andre' Kelly, John Huizingh, Amber Miller, and Aaron Kelly; 3 step grandchildren, Randie McGaw, Patrick McGaw, and Nichole McGaw; 16 great grandchildren; and 3 step great grandchildren.Verleen was preceded in death by John B. Byrn, and a great granddaughter, Tressa Canaday.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 31, 2020 at the First Christian Church with Pastor Ronnie Roberts presiding. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. The family will greet friends 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., Thursday evening, January 30, 2020 at the church.Memorial contributions may be given in Verleen's name to the First Christian Church, 1429 St. Mary's Rd., Junction City, Kansas 66441.

Verleen J. Byrn,

Arnold W. Trumpp, age 92 of Clay Center, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 17, 2020 at the Ebenezer United Methodist Church.  The family will receive friends from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.  Burial will be in the Ebenezer Cemetery.

Arnold W. Trumpp, age 92 of Clay Center, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Clay County Medical Center.He was born on February 23, 1927.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 17, 2020 at the Ebenezer United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Ebenezer Cemetery.

Arnold W. Trumpp



Duane Kent Beltz, 72, of Ramona, KS passed away January 28, 2020 at Herington Hospital, Herington, KS. He was born February 22, 1947, to Theodore and Ula Beltz. He was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ramona, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lula VanHorn. He is survived by his brother Ted and sister-in-law Diane of Vail, AZ; his sister Phyllis Beisel of Salina, KS, his sister Connie Beltz of Austin, TX, and his brother-in-law Ernest VanHorn and wife Judy VanHorn. He is also survived by 17 nieces and nephews.

Private services for Duane will be at a later date in the St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery at Ramona. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 8, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to the Herington Municipal Hospital and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.



Duane Kent Beltz, 72, of Ramona, KS passed away January 28, 2020 at Herington Hospital, Herington, KS. He was born February 22, 1947, to Theodore and Ula Beltz. He was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ramona, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lula VanHorn. He is survived by his brother Ted and sister-in-law Diane of Vail, AZ; his sister Phyllis Beisel of Salina, KS, his sister Connie Beltz of Austin, TX, and his brother-in-law Ernest VanHorn and wife Judy VanHorn. He is also survived by 17 nieces and nephews.Private services for Duane will be at a later date in the St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery at Ramona. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 8, 2020 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to the Herington Municipal Hospital and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Duane Kent Beltz

Edna (Eddie) Morris of Abilene passed away January 28, 2020 at Abilene Memorial Hospital in Abilene.

 She has chosen to donate her body to the K.U. School of Medicine. Services in her honor will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;

 Family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene &amp; Smoky Valley Railroad Association. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Edna (Eddie) Morris of Abilene passed away January 28, 2020 at Abilene Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She has chosen to donate her body to the K.U. School of Medicine. Services in her honor will be announced at a later date.&nbsp; Family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene &amp; Smoky Valley Railroad Association. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Edna (Eddie) Morris

Delora Mae Alvarez, 79, departed this life, early Saturday morning, January 25, 2020, at the Herington Municipal Hospital.&nbsp; She was born July 15, 1940, at Schurz, Nevada, the second child of ten children born to Henick and Lavell (Brady) Smith.

Dee graduated from Tonapah High School in Nevada.&nbsp; On June 8, 1959, she married Manuel Alvarez in Herington, Kansas.&nbsp; They were the parents of Sam, Theresa, Audrey, Diana, Tammi, &nbsp;Vicki, and Mary Ann.&nbsp; After Vicki went to school, she opened Al’s Café in Lost Springs.&nbsp; As the business grew and became successful she built a new and larger facility to the west.&nbsp; Currently, she was the owner and manager, of the famous “Al’s Café,” known all around for at least a hundred miles.

Proceeded in death by her parents; two sisters, Thelma Smith and Pansey Show; brother, Lester Smith; husband, Manuel Alvarez; 2 daughters, an infant, Mary Ann Alvarez, and Vicki Makovec; and son, Samuel Alvarez.

Dee is survived by four daughters, Theresa Morrical (husband-Steve) of Brookville, Kansas,&nbsp;Audrey Alvarez of Herington, Diana Smith (husband-Rickey) of Greenwood, Louisiana, and Tammi Roth of Abilene; six siblings, Edward Smith (wife-Vicki, Amelia Marie Smith (Stan Baldwin,&nbsp; Lily Smith (Victor Bobb, J.V. Smith (Colleen, Kenny Smith (Sherri, and Vernell Zararagoza (Richard); and twelve grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Visitation will be Friday, January 31, 2020, 6:00 – 7:25pm, at the Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, with rosary at 7:30pm led by Father Peter O’Donnell.&nbsp; Funeral mass&nbsp;will be Saturday, February 1, 2020, 10:30am at the St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church,&nbsp;Pilsen, with Fr. Brian Bebak, officiating. Burial will follow at the Mount St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery of Abilene, with Fr. Don Zimmerman, officiating.&nbsp;

Memorials have been designated to Donor’s Choice; and may be sent in care of Yazel- Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS, 67449-3038.

Delora Mae Alvarez, 79, departed this life, early Saturday morning, January 25, 2020, at the Herington Municipal Hospital.&nbsp; She was born July 15, 1940, at Schurz, Nevada, the second child of ten children born to Henick and Lavell (Brady) Smith.Dee graduated from Tonapah High School in Nevada.&nbsp; On June 8, 1959, she married Manuel Alvarez in Herington, Kansas.&nbsp; They were the parents of Sam, Theresa, Audrey, Diana, Tammi, &nbsp;Vicki, and Mary Ann.&nbsp; After Vicki went to school, she opened Al’s Café in Lost Springs.&nbsp; As the business grew and became successful she built a new and larger facility to the west.&nbsp; Currently, she was the owner and manager, of the famous “Al’s Café,” known all around for at least a hundred miles.Proceeded in death by her parents; two sisters, Thelma Smith and Pansey Show; brother, Lester Smith; husband, Manuel Alvarez; 2 daughters, an infant, Mary Ann Alvarez, and Vicki Makovec; and son, Samuel Alvarez.Dee is survived by four daughters, Theresa Morrical (husband-Steve) of Brookville, Kansas,&nbsp;Audrey Alvarez of Herington, Diana Smith (husband-Rickey) of Greenwood, Louisiana, and Tammi Roth of Abilene; six siblings, Edward Smith (wife-Vicki, Amelia Marie Smith (Stan Baldwin,&nbsp; Lily Smith (Victor Bobb, J.V. Smith (Colleen, Kenny Smith (Sherri, and Vernell Zararagoza (Richard); and twelve grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren.&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday, January 31, 2020, 6:00 – 7:25pm, at the Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, with rosary at 7:30pm led by Father Peter O’Donnell.&nbsp; Funeral mass&nbsp;will be Saturday, February 1, 2020, 10:30am at the St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church,&nbsp;Pilsen, with Fr. Brian Bebak, officiating. Burial will follow at the Mount St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery of Abilene, with Fr. Don Zimmerman, officiating.&nbsp;Memorials have been designated to Donor’s Choice; and may be sent in care of Yazel- Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington Chapel, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS, 67449-3038.

Delora Mae Alvarez



On January 25, 2020 after a life well lived, Wilma (Pollett) Self age 95, of Junction City, Kansas stepped through Heaven’s Gates into the waiting arms of her Lord and Savior.

Wilma began life’s journey in Lincoln, Nebraska on July 5, 1924. As the only child of William Pollett and Nellie (Duncan) Pollett she spent the majority of her childhood and early adolescence in the company of her many uncles, aunts and cousins in Hiawatha, Kansas.

Wilma graduated from Falls City High School (Falls City, Nebraska) with honors. Her lifelong passions were music and poetry. She excelled as a concert level pianist during her high school days, was a pianist for the Bethel AME Church in Barstow, CA and she continued to play at every opportunity until as she would often say “the hands no longer moved” Her poetry was thought to be masterful, she composed three separate books of poems that are still enjoyed by many.

Shortly after graduation at a dance held in Topeka, Kansas featuring the great Count Basie Band and hosted by boxing champ Joe Louis for the soldiers of the Ninth and Tenth Cavalry “The Buffalo Soldiers” she met her future husband, Nolan Self. Nolan and Wilma were married on October 21, 1942 and were blessed to welcome and raise eight boys into their union. She was a devoted wife for seventy four years of marriage.

During her time as a soldier’s wife she and the family lived in many different duty stations including installations in Louisiana, Colorado, Kansas, California and the country of Panama. Upon her husband’s retirement the family returned to Junction City, Kansas. Shortly thereafter, she launched a new career path and joined the US Government as a civil service employee. While working as a civil service employee, Wilma held various positions that ultimately led to the opportunity to move to Barstow, California and assist in the activation of The National Training Center at Fort Irvin, California. It was there that she became engaged in numerous agency projects over the next twenty plus years. Upon retirement from the government she joined the staff of the local hospice organization in Barstow and continued her passion for giving and helping others. Wilma’s accomplishments both professional and personal were substantial, significant and included service on the Junction City School Board; winner of Mrs. Senior Black California pageant and author of the poem “ The Rock Pile” on location at the entrance to The National Training Center in Fort Irvin.

As a lifelong member of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, Wilma’s devotion to her faith was always evident to all who knew her. She was fondly known for her wisdom and wise counsel which was always shared freely.

Wilma was a wonderful wise woman who touched many lives and all who knew her were blessed. Quite frankly she was a “Rockstar” one who will be terribly missed.

Services to celebrate and honor the life of Wilma will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, January 31, 2020 at the JC Church of the Nazarene in Junction City, Kansas, with Pastor Viola Jones officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, January 30, 2020, 6:00 pm to 8 pm at Johnson Funeral Home. Interment will take place at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery on Monday, February 3, 2020 at 1pm.

The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff and nurses of the Manhattan, Kansas Hospice Service for the compassionate and profession care given to Wilma during her final journey. Memorial Contributions may be given to the Good Shepherd Hospice, 3801 Vanesta Drive, Manhattan, KS 66503.

Wilma is survived by sons Larry Self of Martinsburg, West Virginia; Bill (Judy) Self, of Honolulu, Hawaii; Frank (Shirley) Self of Waxhaw, North Carolina; Steve (Jane) Self of Rancho Cucamonga, California; daughter- in- law Barbara Self of Manhattan, Kansas; sons Ronnie (Rachelle) Self of Vallejo, California; and Jon Curtis Self and his wife Charlotte of Manhattan, Kansas and 20 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren.

Wilma is preceded in death by her husband Nolan; her daughter- in- law, Dianne Self of Martinsburg, West Virginia; and sons Jay Self of San Francisco California and Mark Self of Junction City, Kansas.

On January 25, 2020 after a life well lived, Wilma (Pollett) Self age 95, of Junction City, Kansas stepped through Heaven’s Gates into the waiting arms of her Lord and Savior.Wilma began life’s journey in Lincoln, Nebraska on July 5, 1924. As the only child of William Pollett and Nellie (Duncan) Pollett she spent the majority of her childhood and early adolescence in the company of her many uncles, aunts and cousins in Hiawatha, Kansas.Wilma graduated from Falls City High School (Falls City, Nebraska) with honors. Her lifelong passions were music and poetry. She excelled as a concert level pianist during her high school days, was a pianist for the Bethel AME Church in Barstow, CA and she continued to play at every opportunity until as she would often say “the hands no longer moved” Her poetry was thought to be masterful, she composed three separate books of poems that are still enjoyed by many.Shortly after graduation at a dance held in Topeka, Kansas featuring the great Count Basie Band and hosted by boxing champ Joe Louis for the soldiers of the Ninth and Tenth Cavalry “The Buffalo Soldiers” she met her future husband, Nolan Self. Nolan and Wilma were married on October 21, 1942 and were blessed to welcome and raise eight boys into their union. She was a devoted wife for seventy four years of marriage.During her time as a soldier’s wife she and the family lived in many different duty stations including installations in Louisiana, Colorado, Kansas, California and the country of Panama. Upon her husband’s retirement the family returned to Junction City, Kansas. Shortly thereafter, she launched a new career path and joined the US Government as a civil service employee. While working as a civil service employee, Wilma held various positions that ultimately led to the opportunity to move to Barstow, California and assist in the activation of The National Training Center at Fort Irvin, California. It was there that she became engaged in numerous agency projects over the next twenty plus years. Upon retirement from the government she joined the staff of the local hospice organization in Barstow and continued her passion for giving and helping others. Wilma’s accomplishments both professional and personal were substantial, significant and included service on the Junction City School Board; winner of Mrs. Senior Black California pageant and author of the poem “ The Rock Pile” on location at the entrance to The National Training Center in Fort Irvin.As a lifelong member of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, Wilma’s devotion to her faith was always evident to all who knew her. She was fondly known for her wisdom and wise counsel which was always shared freely.Wilma was a wonderful wise woman who touched many lives and all who knew her were blessed. Quite frankly she was a “Rockstar” one who will be terribly missed.Services to celebrate and honor the life of Wilma will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, January 31, 2020 at the JC Church of the Nazarene in Junction City, Kansas, with Pastor Viola Jones officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, January 30, 2020, 6:00 pm to 8 pm at Johnson Funeral Home. Interment will take place at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery on Monday, February 3, 2020 at 1pm.The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff and nurses of the Manhattan, Kansas Hospice Service for the compassionate and profession care given to Wilma during her final journey. Memorial Contributions may be given to the Good Shepherd Hospice, 3801 Vanesta Drive, Manhattan, KS 66503.Wilma is survived by sons Larry Self of Martinsburg, West Virginia; Bill (Judy) Self, of Honolulu, Hawaii; Frank (Shirley) Self of Waxhaw, North Carolina; Steve (Jane) Self of Rancho Cucamonga, California; daughter- in- law Barbara Self of Manhattan, Kansas; sons Ronnie (Rachelle) Self of Vallejo, California; and Jon Curtis Self and his wife Charlotte of Manhattan, Kansas and 20 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren.Wilma is preceded in death by her husband Nolan; her daughter- in- law, Dianne Self of Martinsburg, West Virginia; and sons Jay Self of San Francisco California and Mark Self of Junction City, Kansas.

Wilma (Pollett) Self 



Carol L. Swisher, 79, of Wakefield, KS, passed away on January 21, 2020.

Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements.

Carol was a business woman for 20 years. She resided at Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation for four years. Carol was a family woman. Her family would like to let everyone in Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation know that Carol considered all the residents and staff her family. Carol was a mother of three, one of four siblings (a sister and two brothers, a grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, great-aunt, great-great aunt, and beloved friend.

Carol L. Swisher, 79, of Wakefield, KS, passed away on January 21, 2020.Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home of Junction City is assisting the family with cremation arrangements.No services are scheduled.Carol was a business woman for 20 years. She resided at Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation for four years. Carol was a family woman. Her family would like to let everyone in Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation know that Carol considered all the residents and staff her family. Carol was a mother of three, one of four siblings (a sister and two brothers, a grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, great-aunt, great-great aunt, and beloved friend.She is loved and will be missed.

Carol L. Swisher

Vivian L. Detrich, Chapman, passed away January 27, 2020 at Village Manor in Abilene, KS at the age of 97 years. 

Vivian was born November 12, 1922 at Talmage, KS, to Benjamin and Rena (Bowyer) Koelling. She attended Talmage Grade School and graduated from Chapman High School. She was married to Paul Gormley on June 29, 1941 in Talmage. They lived their entire married life in the Talmage community. She was preceded death in by her husband, Paul, in 1965. She served as Dickinson County Treasurer for four years.  She was married to Robert Detrich on August 20, 1969 at the Chapman United Methodist Church in Chapman, Kansas. They lived south of Chapman on the Detrich family farm until 1990 when they moved into the city of Chapman. They were married for 43 years. She was a member of the Chapman United Methodist Church, the Bernice Huff Circle; and the Chapman American Legion Auxiliary.

She is survived by her daughter, Patsy Gormley Bowell of Talmage, two sons, Terry (Ralph) Gormley Elk City, Idaho and Ben Gormley of Talmage; one brother, Louis (Mary) Koelling of Olathe, KS; one sister, Alice Jean (Richard) Kingston, Atchison, KS; three grandchildren: Lindsay Bowell Leahew Jones; Don Gormley, Jr., Melanie (David) Banks; and five great-grandchildren: Cosette Leahew, Zachary Leahew, Julia Gormley, Cameron Gormley, Karla Banks Schneider, and many nieces and nephews.

She was prcede in death by her husband, Robert Detrich; a son Donald Gormley, Sr.: a daughter, Wava Gormley Buckley; three brothers, Dale Koelling, Herbert Koelling, Alfred Koelling; one sister, Lorna Koelling Owens, and one great –grandchild, Sean Banks.

A celebration of her life will be held at the Chapman United Methodist Church, in Chapman, KS on February 8 at 10:30 a.m. Reverend Ken Trickle officiating. A private burial will be in the Rinhart Cemetery at a later time. The Londeen Funeral Chapel will be open for visitation on February 7 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Talmage United Methodist Church or the Chapman United Methodist Church in care of Londeen Funeral Chapel, Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Vivian L. Detrich, Chapman, passed away January 27, 2020 at Village Manor in Abilene, KS at the age of 97 years. Vivian was born November 12, 1922 at Talmage, KS, to Benjamin and Rena (Bowyer) Koelling. She attended Talmage Grade School and graduated from Chapman High School. She was married to Paul Gormley on June 29, 1941 in Talmage. They lived their entire married life in the Talmage community. She was preceded death in by her husband, Paul, in 1965. She served as Dickinson County Treasurer for four years. She was married to Robert Detrich on August 20, 1969 at the Chapman United Methodist Church in Chapman, Kansas. They lived south of Chapman on the Detrich family farm until 1990 when they moved into the city of Chapman. They were married for 43 years. She was a member of the Chapman United Methodist Church, the Bernice Huff Circle; and the Chapman American Legion Auxiliary.She is survived by her daughter, Patsy Gormley Bowell of Talmage, two sons, Terry (Ralph) Gormley Elk City, Idaho and Ben Gormley of Talmage; one brother, Louis (Mary) Koelling of Olathe, KS; one sister, Alice Jean (Richard) Kingston, Atchison, KS; three grandchildren: Lindsay Bowell Leahew Jones; Don Gormley, Jr., Melanie (David) Banks; and five great-grandchildren: Cosette Leahew, Zachary Leahew, Julia Gormley, Cameron Gormley, Karla Banks Schneider, and many nieces and nephews.She was prcede in death by her husband, Robert Detrich; a son Donald Gormley, Sr.: a daughter, Wava Gormley Buckley; three brothers, Dale Koelling, Herbert Koelling, Alfred Koelling; one sister, Lorna Koelling Owens, and one great –grandchild, Sean Banks.A celebration of her life will be held at the Chapman United Methodist Church, in Chapman, KS on February 8 at 10:30 a.m. Reverend Ken Trickle officiating. A private burial will be in the Rinhart Cemetery at a later time. The Londeen Funeral Chapel will be open for visitation on February 7 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Talmage United Methodist Church or the Chapman United Methodist Church in care of Londeen Funeral Chapel, Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Vivian L. Detrich



On Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at the beautiful age of 101 years old, Mrs. Suzanne Smith Cole passed away peacefully in her sleep at Valley View Senior Center.

Mrs. Cole was born, March 30, 1918, to Will and Katie Mai Smith in Nashville, Tennessee. She was the eldest daughter of eight children (four boys and four girls). After high school, she attended Beauty School. She worked as a beautician in Nashville, TN and Toledo, OH. She was married to Dr. George E. Cole, a pharmacist who practiced in Toledo, OH. After he passed away in 1972, she returned to Nashville, TN where she worked for the State of Tennessee and eventually retired. She was a hard worker, loved fashion, and enjoyed being outdoors in her yard. She was a great neighbor and loved her family.

In February 2009, she moved to Junction City, KS to be near her brother, Elliott Smith, and his family due to declining health and the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. She was blessed to celebrate her 100th birthday on March 30, 2018 surrounded by her Kansas family, church friends, and nursing home staff. The nursing home staff affectionately called her Mama Sue.

Mrs. Suzanne Smith Cole leaves to cherish her memory: her brother Elliott Smith and his wife Barbara J. Smith of Junction City, KS and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dr. George E. Cole; her parents, Will and Katie Mai Smith; and six of her siblings: Dayton Smith, Jim Smith, Clemestine McKay, Don Q. Smith, Glennella Williams, and Kiwanis Hatchett; as well as other loved ones.



On Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at the beautiful age of 101 years old, Mrs. Suzanne Smith Cole passed away peacefully in her sleep at Valley View Senior Center.Mrs. Cole was born, March 30, 1918, to Will and Katie Mai Smith in Nashville, Tennessee. She was the eldest daughter of eight children (four boys and four girls). After high school, she attended Beauty School. She worked as a beautician in Nashville, TN and Toledo, OH. She was married to Dr. George E. Cole, a pharmacist who practiced in Toledo, OH. After he passed away in 1972, she returned to Nashville, TN where she worked for the State of Tennessee and eventually retired. She was a hard worker, loved fashion, and enjoyed being outdoors in her yard. She was a great neighbor and loved her family.In February 2009, she moved to Junction City, KS to be near her brother, Elliott Smith, and his family due to declining health and the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. She was blessed to celebrate her 100th birthday on March 30, 2018 surrounded by her Kansas family, church friends, and nursing home staff. The nursing home staff affectionately called her Mama Sue.Mrs. Suzanne Smith Cole leaves to cherish her memory: her brother Elliott Smith and his wife Barbara J. Smith of Junction City, KS and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dr. George E. Cole; her parents, Will and Katie Mai Smith; and six of her siblings: Dayton Smith, Jim Smith, Clemestine McKay, Don Q. Smith, Glennella Williams, and Kiwanis Hatchett; as well as other loved ones.

Suzanne Cole - 1918 - 2020

Marilyn Lou Meyer, age 85 of Riley, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas.



She was born on July 29, 1934 in Leonardville, Kansas the daughter of Fred and Bertha (Nanninga) Heikes.&nbsp; She received a Bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University and a Master’s degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City.&nbsp; On June 4, 1956, she was married to Dale Meyer at the Leonardville EUB Church.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

Marilyn taught school at Blue Rapids, Central Junior High in Kansas City, Kansas, Shawnee Mission East High School and Shawnee Mission Northwest High School.&nbsp; Her career with the Shawnee Mission School District spanned 31 years from 1970 to 2001.

 While at Shawnee Mission, she moved into administration and was the principal of the Broadmoor Technical &nbsp;Center and the head of two departments. As a result of the educational achievements, Marilyn was inducted into the Mid-America Education Hall of Fame in 1999. She was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Mainstreet Credit Union. &nbsp;

She was active in many churches during her life, most recently the Crossroads Baptist Church.&nbsp; She was an avid bird watcher and enjoyed cheering on the Chiefs, Royals, Kansas State and KU.



In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Jeffrey&nbsp;Meyer and wife Mary Frances of Raleigh, North Carolina; one daughter, Jennifer Meyer of Riley, Kansas; one sister, Anita Jensen and husband Donald of Belmont, California; two grandchildren, Meredith Anne Meyer of Winston-Salem, North Carolina and Natalie Elise Horton and husband Jonathan of Cary, North Carolina and one sister-in-law, Doris Heikes of Decorah, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Duane Heikes, Richard Heikes and Leland Heikes.



Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor David VanBebber officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Leonardville United Methodist Cemetery.



A memorial has been established for Samaritan’s Purse, a Christian charity that brings physical relief and the gospel to hurting people around the world.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home or at www.samaritanspurse.org.


Marilyn Lou Meyer, age 85 of Riley, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas.

She was born on July 29, 1934 in Leonardville, Kansas the daughter of Fred and Bertha (Nanninga) Heikes.&nbsp; She received a Bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University and a Master’s degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City.&nbsp; On June 4, 1956, she was married to Dale Meyer at the Leonardville EUB Church.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

Marilyn taught school at Blue Rapids, Central Junior High in Kansas City, Kansas, Shawnee Mission East High School and Shawnee Mission Northwest High School.&nbsp; Her career with the Shawnee Mission School District spanned 31 years from 1970 to 2001. While at Shawnee Mission, she moved into administration and was the principal of the Broadmoor Technical &nbsp;Center and the head of two departments. As a result of the educational achievements, Marilyn was inducted into the Mid-America Education Hall of Fame in 1999. She was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Mainstreet Credit Union. &nbsp;

She was active in many churches during her life, most recently the Crossroads Baptist Church.&nbsp; She was an avid bird watcher and enjoyed cheering on the Chiefs, Royals, Kansas State and KU.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Jeffrey&nbsp;Meyer and wife Mary Frances of Raleigh, North Carolina; one daughter, Jennifer Meyer of Riley, Kansas; one sister, Anita Jensen and husband Donald of Belmont, California; two grandchildren, Meredith Anne Meyer of Winston-Salem, North Carolina and Natalie Elise Horton and husband Jonathan of Cary, North Carolina and one sister-in-law, Doris Heikes of Decorah, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Duane Heikes, Richard Heikes and Leland Heikes.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor David VanBebber officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Leonardville United Methodist Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for Samaritan’s Purse, a Christian charity that brings physical relief and the gospel to hurting people around the world.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home or at www.samaritanspurse.org.

Marilyn Lou Meyer

Richard Shaw, age 88 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

He was born on August 16, 1931.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Richard Deimund officiating.&nbsp; Immediately following the service, everyone is invited to the Olsburg American Legion for a time of fellowship and food.  

Private family burial will be at a later date in the Carnahan Creek Cemetery.



Richard Shaw, age 88 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

He was born on August 16, 1931.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Richard Deimund officiating.&nbsp; Immediately following the service, everyone is invited to the Olsburg American Legion for a time of fellowship and food. Private family burial will be at a later date in the Carnahan Creek Cemetery.

Richard Shaw



Elizabeth Ann Lee, of Clay Center, died Thursday January 23, 2020 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center.

She was born on September 30, 1939 in Manhattan, the daughter of Chester and Ruthella (Bennett) Teas. She grew up in Manhattan and graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 1957. Ann attended Kansas State University and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business (Accounting).

On June 11, 1961 she was married to Thomas R. Lee. They met in 1957 when Tom and Ann’s father coached the baseball team for Ann’s brother Roy. Tom preceded her in death in 2014.

Ann worked for Bill Varney for a period of time and also helped with accounting projects at the Union Nation Bank, where her husband Tom was the Executive Vice President. Ann loved to take care of her family, Tom and her 2 sons. She and Tom attended the many sporting events and activities over the years that her boys were part of.

Ann was a member of the First Baptist Church in Manhattan. They both loved to golf. She loved to quilt and made over 40 quilts over the years. Ann and Tom loved to travel. They went to Branson many times during the year. They also went on trips to Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. Some of the trips were part of railroad conventions and to go on train trips, since Tom loved trains. In 1993 they went on a train trip where Tom was the director and Ann served drinks as the lounge car attendant on a round trip from Cheyenne to Portland, Oregon.

Ann is survived by her sons, Michael Lee (Kim) of Wildwood, Missouri and Richard Lee (Carrie) of Wooster, Ohio; her grandchildren: Miranda Lee, Veronica Lee, and Madison Culver-Lee; and also, her brother Roy Teas (Susan) of Ames, Iowa.

The family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. Friday January 31, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday February 1, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow the services at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Disease Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Elizabeth Ann Lee, of Clay Center, died Thursday January 23, 2020 at the Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center.She was born on September 30, 1939 in Manhattan, the daughter of Chester and Ruthella (Bennett) Teas. She grew up in Manhattan and graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 1957. Ann attended Kansas State University and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business (Accounting).On June 11, 1961 she was married to Thomas R. Lee. They met in 1957 when Tom and Ann’s father coached the baseball team for Ann’s brother Roy. Tom preceded her in death in 2014.Ann worked for Bill Varney for a period of time and also helped with accounting projects at the Union Nation Bank, where her husband Tom was the Executive Vice President. Ann loved to take care of her family, Tom and her 2 sons. She and Tom attended the many sporting events and activities over the years that her boys were part of.Ann was a member of the First Baptist Church in Manhattan. They both loved to golf. She loved to quilt and made over 40 quilts over the years. Ann and Tom loved to travel. They went to Branson many times during the year. They also went on trips to Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. Some of the trips were part of railroad conventions and to go on train trips, since Tom loved trains. In 1993 they went on a train trip where Tom was the director and Ann served drinks as the lounge car attendant on a round trip from Cheyenne to Portland, Oregon.Ann is survived by her sons, Michael Lee (Kim) of Wildwood, Missouri and Richard Lee (Carrie) of Wooster, Ohio; her grandchildren: Miranda Lee, Veronica Lee, and Madison Culver-Lee; and also, her brother Roy Teas (Susan) of Ames, Iowa.The family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. Friday January 31, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday February 1, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow the services at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Disease Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Elizabeth Ann Lee



Kathleen Steiner died on January 26, 2020, in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on October 2, 1926, in Lebanon, Kansas, to Della Hester (Upp) and Sidney Charles Rice. She graduated from Lebanon High School in 1945 and married Robert Steiner on October 19, 1945 while he was on leave following basic training in the Army. She worked in Lebanon during his deployment to post-war Europe, and upon his return, they farmed in rural Lebanon from 1947 to 1958.

Following 5 years in Marysville, Kansas, they moved to Manhattan, Kansas, where they lived the remainder of their lives. They founded Bob’s Plumbing and Heating in 1966. After her children finished school, she became Rural Mail Carrier, retiring after 10 years. Throughout her life, she was very active in the church, schools, and community. She was an anchor to her extended family and an avid supporter of her children and grandchildren, proudly attending every performance, sporting event, or celebration they had. Bob and Kathleen were recognized as lifetime boosters of the Riley County School District.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, and her daughter, Joyce. She is survived by her children Linda Scott, Lebanon, Kansas; Jean Steiner and husband Bert Allen, Manhattan, Kansas; Randall and Cathy Steiner, Manhattan, Kansas; Barbara Steiner and husband Tim Bergin, Ames, Iowa; Victor and Denise Steiner, Manhattan, Kansas; Sharon Steiner, Eugene, Oregon; as well as 21 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren, her sister, Betty Voboril, Esbon, Kansas; sister-in-laws Peggy Rice, Lebanon, Kansas; and Ruth Terrill, Partridge, Kansas, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Family visitation will be at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 28 from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Funeral services will be held at the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church, 835 Church Avenue, Manhattan, on Wednesday, January 29, at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, with Reverends Laura Burnett and Kevin Larson officiating. Interment will be at Sedalia Church Cemetery, 6040 North 52nd Street, Manhattan.

Kathleen Steiner died on January 26, 2020, in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born on October 2, 1926, in Lebanon, Kansas, to Della Hester (Upp) and Sidney Charles Rice. She graduated from Lebanon High School in 1945 and married Robert Steiner on October 19, 1945 while he was on leave following basic training in the Army. She worked in Lebanon during his deployment to post-war Europe, and upon his return, they farmed in rural Lebanon from 1947 to 1958.Following 5 years in Marysville, Kansas, they moved to Manhattan, Kansas, where they lived the remainder of their lives. They founded Bob’s Plumbing and Heating in 1966. After her children finished school, she became Rural Mail Carrier, retiring after 10 years. Throughout her life, she was very active in the church, schools, and community. She was an anchor to her extended family and an avid supporter of her children and grandchildren, proudly attending every performance, sporting event, or celebration they had. Bob and Kathleen were recognized as lifetime boosters of the Riley County School District.She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, and her daughter, Joyce. She is survived by her children Linda Scott, Lebanon, Kansas; Jean Steiner and husband Bert Allen, Manhattan, Kansas; Randall and Cathy Steiner, Manhattan, Kansas; Barbara Steiner and husband Tim Bergin, Ames, Iowa; Victor and Denise Steiner, Manhattan, Kansas; Sharon Steiner, Eugene, Oregon; as well as 21 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren, her sister, Betty Voboril, Esbon, Kansas; sister-in-laws Peggy Rice, Lebanon, Kansas; and Ruth Terrill, Partridge, Kansas, and numerous nieces and nephews.Family visitation will be at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 28 from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Funeral services will be held at the Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church, 835 Church Avenue, Manhattan, on Wednesday, January 29, at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, with Reverends Laura Burnett and Kevin Larson officiating. Interment will be at Sedalia Church Cemetery, 6040 North 52nd Street, Manhattan.

Kathleen Steiner



Lloyd K. Verhage, age 81, of Manhattan, died January 21, 2020, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

He was born December 16, 1938, in Jewell County, Kansas, the son of Martin J. and Marcial (Lessenden) Verhage.

Lloyd graduated from Jewell County High School, earned an associate degree in San Marcos, CA, and then a master’s from Kansas State University in Civil Engineering and Human Resources.

He served for 32 years in the United States Navy and retired in 1987 at the rank of Lt. Commander. He had received the Good Conduct Medal (4, Navy Unit Commendation (2, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal ( 5 awards with One Silver Star, Navy Achievement Medal (W/”V”, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Meritorious Unit Citation, Navy Commendation Medal (3, Sea Service Deployment Award, and was initiated into the Loyal and Trusty Order of Shellbacks.

Lloyd was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhattan, a Life Member of the DAV, and was very proud of his military service.

On June 17, 1959, in Hays, Kansas, he was married to Erma L. Walters. Mrs. Verhage preceded him in death on November 16, 2015. He was also preceded in death by his parents and by two brothers: Richard and Merrill.

Survivors include his three children: Lloyd Paul Verhage of Wilder, Idaho, Gabriel Michael Verhage of Perris, CA, and Mary Kathrine Riley and her husband Terrance of Orinda, CA; three grandchildren; two sisters: Lucille Webber of Hutchinson, KS, and Maryann Henderson of Talala, OK; and three brothers: Carol Verhage of Geneva, NE, Wendell Verhage of Hastings, NE, and John Verhage of Oklahoma City, OK.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, February 10th, at the St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2900 Kimball Avenue, Manhattan, with Father Frank Coady as Celebrant. Inurnment services with military honors will at 1:00 P.M. Monday, February 10th, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.



Lloyd K. Verhage, age 81, of Manhattan, died January 21, 2020, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.He was born December 16, 1938, in Jewell County, Kansas, the son of Martin J. and Marcial (Lessenden) Verhage.Lloyd graduated from Jewell County High School, earned an associate degree in San Marcos, CA, and then a master’s from Kansas State University in Civil Engineering and Human Resources.He served for 32 years in the United States Navy and retired in 1987 at the rank of Lt. Commander. He had received the Good Conduct Medal (4, Navy Unit Commendation (2, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal ( 5 awards with One Silver Star, Navy Achievement Medal (W/”V”, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Meritorious Unit Citation, Navy Commendation Medal (3, Sea Service Deployment Award, and was initiated into the Loyal and Trusty Order of Shellbacks.Lloyd was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Manhattan, a Life Member of the DAV, and was very proud of his military service.On June 17, 1959, in Hays, Kansas, he was married to Erma L. Walters. Mrs. Verhage preceded him in death on November 16, 2015. He was also preceded in death by his parents and by two brothers: Richard and Merrill.Survivors include his three children: Lloyd Paul Verhage of Wilder, Idaho, Gabriel Michael Verhage of Perris, CA, and Mary Kathrine Riley and her husband Terrance of Orinda, CA; three grandchildren; two sisters: Lucille Webber of Hutchinson, KS, and Maryann Henderson of Talala, OK; and three brothers: Carol Verhage of Geneva, NE, Wendell Verhage of Hastings, NE, and John Verhage of Oklahoma City, OK.Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, February 10th, at the St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2900 Kimball Avenue, Manhattan, with Father Frank Coady as Celebrant. Inurnment services with military honors will at 1:00 P.M. Monday, February 10th, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Lloyd K. Verhage

Terry Alan Janzen, 67, passed away on January 24, 2020, at Clearwater Nursing and Rehab.

  He was born July 24, 1952, in Hillsboro to Norman and Edna May (Winter) Janzen.  The family lived in various places before settling in Scott City.  Terry was a 1970 graduate of Scott Community High School, where he played football and wrestled.  After graduation, he attended Garden City Community College and Hutchison Community College before being drafted into the United States Army.

  Terry served his country from Nuremberg, West Germany from 1972-1975 when he was honorably discharged.&nbsp; After returning to the United States he attended Kansas State University to become an architect.  While going to Kansas State, he worked for several architectural firms in the Kansas City area.  In 2010, Terry moved to Andover to be close to his mother.  Terry enjoyed reading and linguistics focusing on the Korean, German and French languages, numismatics especially wheat penny collecting, reading, travel, and computers.  He was a skilled pen and ink graphic artist.

   He is survived by his sister Norma Hovater of Andover, nephews Jason Hovater of Wichita and Jeffrey Hovater of Joplin, MO. and a great-nephew Jaxton Hovater.  Terry was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and one cousin.

  His family will gather with friends on Saturday, February 1st from 10-11 a.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion where his funeral service will be held that day at 11 a.m.  He will be laid to rest with military honors in the Marion Cemetery.

Terry Alan Janzen, 67, passed away on January 24, 2020, at Clearwater Nursing and Rehab. He was born July 24, 1952, in Hillsboro to Norman and Edna May (Winter) Janzen. The family lived in various places before settling in Scott City. Terry was a 1970 graduate of Scott Community High School, where he played football and wrestled. After graduation, he attended Garden City Community College and Hutchison Community College before being drafted into the United States Army. Terry served his country from Nuremberg, West Germany from 1972-1975 when he was honorably discharged.&nbsp; After returning to the United States he attended Kansas State University to become an architect. While going to Kansas State, he worked for several architectural firms in the Kansas City area. In 2010, Terry moved to Andover to be close to his mother. Terry enjoyed reading and linguistics focusing on the Korean, German and French languages, numismatics especially wheat penny collecting, reading, travel, and computers. He was a skilled pen and ink graphic artist. He is survived by his sister Norma Hovater of Andover, nephews Jason Hovater of Wichita and Jeffrey Hovater of Joplin, MO. and a great-nephew Jaxton Hovater. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and one cousin. His family will gather with friends on Saturday, February 1st from 10-11 a.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion where his funeral service will be held that day at 11 a.m. He will be laid to rest with military honors in the Marion Cemetery. Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.

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