Barbara Jo Colvin, 76, of Westmoreland, died Saturday, December 21, 2019, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. &nbsp;She moved to Westmoreland in 2008 to be closer to family after her retirement.&nbsp;

Barbara was born April 19, 1943, in Bakersfield, California, the daughter of Thomas Holly and Lacy Kay Vanscoder Crenshaw. &nbsp;She attended local schools and graduated from Bakersfield High School.

Barbara worked for many years as a secretary for various parts of the legal profession. &nbsp;She worked for the district attorney's office and for private attorneys.

Barbara married Sherman Edward Riffenburg. &nbsp;He preceded her in death in 1973. &nbsp;She also married Richard Lucero and they were later divorced. &nbsp;She then married Bob Colvin and they were later divorced.

Barbara loved to sew and in later years enjoyed watching Gun Smoke reruns.

Barbara is survived by her daughter, Diana Michael (Kimmy, Haysville and her son, Thomas Riffenburg, Westmoreland; her grandson, Michael Ray Frazier, Jr. (Trish, Westmoreland; and great-granddaughter, Kaylee Johnson, Manhattan, and step great-grandson, Michael Weddle, Jr., Westmoreland. &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings.

A private family inurnment will be held at Westmoreland City Cemetery at a later date. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to The Good Shepherd Hospice in Manhattan and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;

Barbara Jo Colvin, 76, of Westmoreland, died Saturday, December 21, 2019, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. &nbsp;She moved to Westmoreland in 2008 to be closer to family after her retirement.&nbsp;Barbara was born April 19, 1943, in Bakersfield, California, the daughter of Thomas Holly and Lacy Kay Vanscoder Crenshaw. &nbsp;She attended local schools and graduated from Bakersfield High School.Barbara worked for many years as a secretary for various parts of the legal profession. &nbsp;She worked for the district attorney's office and for private attorneys.Barbara married Sherman Edward Riffenburg. &nbsp;He preceded her in death in 1973. &nbsp;She also married Richard Lucero and they were later divorced. &nbsp;She then married Bob Colvin and they were later divorced.Barbara loved to sew and in later years enjoyed watching Gun Smoke reruns.Barbara is survived by her daughter, Diana Michael (Kimmy, Haysville and her son, Thomas Riffenburg, Westmoreland; her grandson, Michael Ray Frazier, Jr. (Trish, Westmoreland; and great-granddaughter, Kaylee Johnson, Manhattan, and step great-grandson, Michael Weddle, Jr., Westmoreland. &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings.A private family inurnment will be held at Westmoreland City Cemetery at a later date. &nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to The Good Shepherd Hospice in Manhattan and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary. &nbsp;

Barbara Jo Colvin

Tony’s life began on September 23, 1970, the son of Albert Lee and Virginia Kay (Amick) Steele in Junction City, Kansas. He graduated from Thayer High Class of 1989, where he was a running back, a quarterback in football and also played soccer. He was a construction carpenter, handyman, an avid fisherman, hunter and had a gardener’s green thumb.

His loving family includes his children, Kory Steele of Orlando, Florida, Tray Steele, Trevin (Alexandria) Steele all of Chanute, Kansas; parents, Albert and Kay Steele of Marion; siblings, Alan Steele, Kevin (Tina) Steele all of Marion, Rod Steele of Willard, Missouri; one granddaughter, Everleigh Ella Rae Steele and several nieces and nephews.

The family has requested a private family service.&nbsp; Tony passed away, Wednesday, December 25, 2019, having reached the age of 49 years old.

A memorial has been established with Marion County Food Bank in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861.

Tony’s life began on September 23, 1970, the son of Albert Lee and Virginia Kay (Amick) Steele in Junction City, Kansas. He graduated from Thayer High Class of 1989, where he was a running back, a quarterback in football and also played soccer. He was a construction carpenter, handyman, an avid fisherman, hunter and had a gardener’s green thumb.His loving family includes his children, Kory Steele of Orlando, Florida, Tray Steele, Trevin (Alexandria) Steele all of Chanute, Kansas; parents, Albert and Kay Steele of Marion; siblings, Alan Steele, Kevin (Tina) Steele all of Marion, Rod Steele of Willard, Missouri; one granddaughter, Everleigh Ella Rae Steele and several nieces and nephews.The family has requested a private family service.&nbsp; Tony passed away, Wednesday, December 25, 2019, having reached the age of 49 years old.A memorial has been established with Marion County Food Bank in care of Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, P.O. Box 96, Marion, Kansas 66861.

Tony Steele - September 23, 1970 - December 25, 2019 (age 49)



Maxine Darlene Meehan, 91 of Abilene passed away Friday, December 20, 2019 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center. She was born February 2, 1928 in Talmage, the daughter of Tom and Eva (Smith) Greenough. She grew up in the Talmage area attending Center Grade School and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School at Chapman. After graduating high school Maxine taught school for three years in rural schools, where she was known as a really fast runner by her students. She also worked for Southwestern Bell.

On August 14, 1948 she was united in marriage to John W. Meehan in Cheyenne, Wyoming. John and Maxine farmed in the Carpenter, Wyoming area for five years. During that time they had two sons, Michael Thomas, and Jack Edward. In 1953 they returned to Abilene and after her sons were out of grade school, Maxine worked as a clerk for Steinhauser’s Drug Store, the Jack and Jill Shop, and Alco Department Store..

John preceded her in death October 27, 2018 , after seventy years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother Dale, sister Kathleen, and her firstborn son Michael.

Maxine is survived by her son Jack and wife Marilyn of Abilene, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren, daughter-in-law Linda Meehan, one brother Dwight Greenough of Abilene, and two sisters Shirley Spidell of Salina, and Marilyn Emerson of Iberville, Louisiana.

Funeral Services for Maxine will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, December 27, 2019 at the First Christian Church in Abilene with Pastor Jason Kohler officiating. Burial will follow at the Prairiedale Cemetery, rural Talmage. Family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time on Friday at the Church. The family suggests memorials be given to the First Christian Church/Care Ministry. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Thirds St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.



Maxine Darlene Meehan, 91 of Abilene passed away Friday, December 20, 2019 at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center. She was born February 2, 1928 in Talmage, the daughter of Tom and Eva (Smith) Greenough. She grew up in the Talmage area attending Center Grade School and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School at Chapman. After graduating high school Maxine taught school for three years in rural schools, where she was known as a really fast runner by her students. She also worked for Southwestern Bell.On August 14, 1948 she was united in marriage to John W. Meehan in Cheyenne, Wyoming. John and Maxine farmed in the Carpenter, Wyoming area for five years. During that time they had two sons, Michael Thomas, and Jack Edward. In 1953 they returned to Abilene and after her sons were out of grade school, Maxine worked as a clerk for Steinhauser’s Drug Store, the Jack and Jill Shop, and Alco Department Store..John preceded her in death October 27, 2018 , after seventy years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother Dale, sister Kathleen, and her firstborn son Michael.Maxine is survived by her son Jack and wife Marilyn of Abilene, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren, daughter-in-law Linda Meehan, one brother Dwight Greenough of Abilene, and two sisters Shirley Spidell of Salina, and Marilyn Emerson of Iberville, Louisiana.Funeral Services for Maxine will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, December 27, 2019 at the First Christian Church in Abilene with Pastor Jason Kohler officiating. Burial will follow at the Prairiedale Cemetery, rural Talmage. Family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time on Friday at the Church. The family suggests memorials be given to the First Christian Church/Care Ministry. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Thirds St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Maxine Darlene Meehan



Kristin Rogers, age 61, died on Saturday December 21, 2019 at her residence following a lengthy illness.

She was born on September 29, 1958 in Manhattan, Kansas the daughter of Ben and Carol (McKee) Duerfeldt. Kristin was a Legal Secretary at the Topeka City Attorney’s office; she was the office manager for Northland Christian Church and was the secretary for Kan-Equip for 16 years.

On September 3, 1999, she was united in marriage to Rusty Rogers.

Kristin loved music, her dogs, and family time. Her smile and laughter were contagious and she was always so pleasant to be around. She focused all the time on her family, especially her grandkids. She had a genuine heart and was the most selfless person you would ever meet. She was a terrific mom, grandma, daughter, sister and friend.

Survivors include her husband: Rusty of the home; her son: Adam Bolan, her daughter: Tana Parker (Chad) and her grandchildren: Mason &amp; Macy Parker. She is also survived by her parents: Ben &amp; Carol Duerfeldt and two brothers: Dan (Sherry) and David Duerfeldt.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday December 27, 2019 at the University Christian Church 2800 Claflin Road, Manhattan, Kansas. Interment will follow in the Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kristin Rogers Memorial Fund in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.



Kristin Rogers, age 61, died on Saturday December 21, 2019 at her residence following a lengthy illness.She was born on September 29, 1958 in Manhattan, Kansas the daughter of Ben and Carol (McKee) Duerfeldt. Kristin was a Legal Secretary at the Topeka City Attorney’s office; she was the office manager for Northland Christian Church and was the secretary for Kan-Equip for 16 years.On September 3, 1999, she was united in marriage to Rusty Rogers.Kristin loved music, her dogs, and family time. Her smile and laughter were contagious and she was always so pleasant to be around. She focused all the time on her family, especially her grandkids. She had a genuine heart and was the most selfless person you would ever meet. She was a terrific mom, grandma, daughter, sister and friend.Survivors include her husband: Rusty of the home; her son: Adam Bolan, her daughter: Tana Parker (Chad) and her grandchildren: Mason &amp; Macy Parker. She is also survived by her parents: Ben &amp; Carol Duerfeldt and two brothers: Dan (Sherry) and David Duerfeldt.Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday December 27, 2019 at the University Christian Church 2800 Claflin Road, Manhattan, Kansas. Interment will follow in the Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery.Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kristin Rogers Memorial Fund in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Kristin Rogers

Callea Mae Breiner, 43, of Alma, Kansas, died Thursday, December 19, 2019, at her home.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was along time resident of the community.

Callea was born May 29, 1976, in Wheatland, Wyoming, the daughter of Robert "Bob" and Kayla McDiffett Dieball. She attended Woodrow Wilson elementary school and graduated from Manhattan High School. In high school she was on the gymnastics team and in the marching band. Callea attended Ft. Hays University and graduated as a Registered Nurse. She then received her Masters and Doctorate degrees in Nursing Practice also from Ft. Hays University.

Callea was an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse at the GI Consultants of Manhattan. She developed the Mariruth Thomas Ostomy support group of Manhattan Kansas.&nbsp; She also worked at urgent care for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center, and an APRN for general surgery in Manhattan.&nbsp; Callea had also worked in Topeka for the Kansas Orthopaedic Group at Stormont-Vail and St. Francis Hospitals, and Salina Regional Hospital in Salina. She was a Level-V consultant with Rodan &amp; Fields skin care.

Callea was a member of the international honor society of nursing, Sigma Theta Tau, was a member and served on the board of the National Hereford Women.&nbsp; Callea was a 12 year member of the Bonfire 4-H Club in Manhattan and a Happy Valley 4-H Leader, camp nurse at Rock Springs 4-H Camp, a NationalDairy Goat Representative,WOCN and AORN member. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Alma.

Callea was a passionate runner and ran Marathons, Half Marathons and 5K races. She always ran with her dogs Zip and Tippy.&nbsp; She loved watching her sons show their cattle and pigs.&nbsp; Callea went on a couple of medical missions to Port-au-Prince in Haiti.

Callea married Chad Breiner on July 30, 2005, in Manhattan. He survives at their home.&nbsp; Callea is also survived by her sons; Karsten and Kasen Breiner, of the home; her parents Bob and Kayla Dieball, Manhattan; her mother and father-in-law, Dave and Diane Breiner; her paternal grandfather, Ray Dieball, Manhattan; her maternal grandmother, Mona Mae McDiffett Kniebel, Manhattan; brother, Cory Dieball (Sally) Little River; brothers-in-law, Clay Breiner (Kendra, Westmoreland and Ryan Breiner (Sharon, Pratt; and sister-in-law, Ashley Bohl (Eric, Ellsworth; and nieces and nephews, Taylor, Cole, Bennan, Beau, Rhett, Rylee, Quinn and Will. Callea was preceded in death by her grandfather Guy McDiffett and grandmother Betty Dieball and her aunt, Jennie Dieball.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, December 27, 2019, at the Wabaunsee High School Gym. Reverend Robert Grimm will be officiating. Burial will follow at Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma. The family will greet friends on Thursday, December 26, 2019 at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. They suggest memorial contributions to the Callea Mae Breiner Memorial Fund to be used for her son's education, and those may be sent in care of CampanellaGentry Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Callea Mae Breiner, 43, of Alma, Kansas, died Thursday, December 19, 2019, at her home.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was along time resident of the community.Callea was born May 29, 1976, in Wheatland, Wyoming, the daughter of Robert "Bob" and Kayla McDiffett Dieball. She attended Woodrow Wilson elementary school and graduated from Manhattan High School. In high school she was on the gymnastics team and in the marching band. Callea attended Ft. Hays University and graduated as a Registered Nurse. She then received her Masters and Doctorate degrees in Nursing Practice also from Ft. Hays University.Callea was an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse at the GI Consultants of Manhattan. She developed the Mariruth Thomas Ostomy support group of Manhattan Kansas.&nbsp; She also worked at urgent care for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center, and an APRN for general surgery in Manhattan.&nbsp; Callea had also worked in Topeka for the Kansas Orthopaedic Group at Stormont-Vail and St. Francis Hospitals, and Salina Regional Hospital in Salina. She was a Level-V consultant with Rodan &amp; Fields skin care.Callea was a member of the international honor society of nursing, Sigma Theta Tau, was a member and served on the board of the National Hereford Women.&nbsp; Callea was a 12 year member of the Bonfire 4-H Club in Manhattan and a Happy Valley 4-H Leader, camp nurse at Rock Springs 4-H Camp, a NationalDairy Goat Representative,WOCN and AORN member. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Alma.Callea was a passionate runner and ran Marathons, Half Marathons and 5K races. She always ran with her dogs Zip and Tippy.&nbsp; She loved watching her sons show their cattle and pigs.&nbsp; Callea went on a couple of medical missions to Port-au-Prince in Haiti.Callea married Chad Breiner on July 30, 2005, in Manhattan. He survives at their home.&nbsp; Callea is also survived by her sons; Karsten and Kasen Breiner, of the home; her parents Bob and Kayla Dieball, Manhattan; her mother and father-in-law, Dave and Diane Breiner; her paternal grandfather, Ray Dieball, Manhattan; her maternal grandmother, Mona Mae McDiffett Kniebel, Manhattan; brother, Cory Dieball (Sally) Little River; brothers-in-law, Clay Breiner (Kendra, Westmoreland and Ryan Breiner (Sharon, Pratt; and sister-in-law, Ashley Bohl (Eric, Ellsworth; and nieces and nephews, Taylor, Cole, Bennan, Beau, Rhett, Rylee, Quinn and Will. Callea was preceded in death by her grandfather Guy McDiffett and grandmother Betty Dieball and her aunt, Jennie Dieball.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, December 27, 2019, at the Wabaunsee High School Gym. Reverend Robert Grimm will be officiating. Burial will follow at Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma. The family will greet friends on Thursday, December 26, 2019 at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. They suggest memorial contributions to the Callea Mae Breiner Memorial Fund to be used for her son's education, and those may be sent in care of CampanellaGentry Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Callea Mae Breiner

Margitte P. Parks, 80, of Junction City, died Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Geary Community Hospital. Margitte was born in March 12, 1939, Altenstadt, Germany, the daughter of Willi and Annie (Zilk) Reuter.

After moving to Junction City, she worked for a time AAFES on Ft. Riley and later worked as a cook at restaurant in Woodbine.

She married Henry Parks, who was serving in the U.S. Army, on March 26, 1960 in Aschaffenburg, Germany. Sergeant Major (Retired) Henry Parks died March 7, 2015.

Survivors include: 2 sons, Henry Parks, Jr. and his wife Anglea, Thompson, Texas, and Hardy Parks, Junction City; 5 daughters, Anita Frazier, Pensacola, Florida, Beverly Parks, Palestine, Texas, Cynthia Parks, Topeka, Diane Palmer and her husband Bennie, Junction City, and Elaine Williams, Atlanta, Georgia; 21 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

It was Margitte's request that there be no services

A private burial will be at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan, Kansas.

Johnson Cremations, Funerals, Receptions assisting the family with arrangements.

Margitte P. Parks, 80, of Junction City, died Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Geary Community Hospital. Margitte was born in March 12, 1939, Altenstadt, Germany, the daughter of Willi and Annie (Zilk) Reuter.Margitte attended schools in Germany.After moving to Junction City, she worked for a time AAFES on Ft. Riley and later worked as a cook at restaurant in Woodbine.She married Henry Parks, who was serving in the U.S. Army, on March 26, 1960 in Aschaffenburg, Germany. Sergeant Major (Retired) Henry Parks died March 7, 2015.Survivors include: 2 sons, Henry Parks, Jr. and his wife Anglea, Thompson, Texas, and Hardy Parks, Junction City; 5 daughters, Anita Frazier, Pensacola, Florida, Beverly Parks, Palestine, Texas, Cynthia Parks, Topeka, Diane Palmer and her husband Bennie, Junction City, and Elaine Williams, Atlanta, Georgia; 21 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.It was Margitte's request that there be no servicesA private burial will be at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Ft. Riley, Manhattan, Kansas.Johnson Cremations, Funerals, Receptions assisting the family with arrangements.

Margitte P. Parks



Lila Faye Stout, 85 of Solomon, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born April 30, 1934 in Solomon, the daughter of Russel and Hilma (Wann) Thomas. On August 30, 1976 she was united in marriage to Melvin Stout. Lila worked for the Solomon School District as a school bus driver. She was also employed at the Duckwall Warehouse and the 76 Truck Stop in Solomon. Lila is survived by her loving husband Melvin. Three daughters: Lavena Evans of Abilene, Lisa Loucks of Salina and Sheryee Boileau of Missouri. Two sons: Deldee Kendrick and wife Kathy of Hot Springs, Missouri and Daryl Kendrick and wife Millie of Blumefield, Iowa. One brother, Donnie Thomas of Lindsborg and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, five sisters, Marilyn, Dorothy, Grace, Jean, Eta Marie and a brother, Dale.

Funeral Services for Lila will be 1:00 P.M., Friday, December 20, 2019 at Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Solomon.&nbsp; urial will follow at the Poheta Cemetery near Kipp. The family suggests memorials me made to the Lila Faye Stout Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, POB 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.



Lila Faye Stout, 85 of Solomon, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born April 30, 1934 in Solomon, the daughter of Russel and Hilma (Wann) Thomas. On August 30, 1976 she was united in marriage to Melvin Stout. Lila worked for the Solomon School District as a school bus driver. She was also employed at the Duckwall Warehouse and the 76 Truck Stop in Solomon. Lila is survived by her loving husband Melvin. Three daughters: Lavena Evans of Abilene, Lisa Loucks of Salina and Sheryee Boileau of Missouri. Two sons: Deldee Kendrick and wife Kathy of Hot Springs, Missouri and Daryl Kendrick and wife Millie of Blumefield, Iowa. One brother, Donnie Thomas of Lindsborg and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, five sisters, Marilyn, Dorothy, Grace, Jean, Eta Marie and a brother, Dale.Funeral Services for Lila will be 1:00 P.M., Friday, December 20, 2019 at Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Solomon.&nbsp; urial will follow at the Poheta Cemetery near Kipp. The family suggests memorials me made to the Lila Faye Stout Memorial Fund. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, POB 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.

Lila Faye Stout



Alton Gayle (Al) Gamble, 75, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, December 14th, at the KU Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. &nbsp;

Al was born in Rochester, PA on January 29, 1944, the son of the late Helen Mae (DeYoung) and Alton Clair Gamble. He grew up in Beaver Falls, PA and graduated from High School there in 1961, later he attended UCLA for 2 years. &nbsp;He entered the U.S. Army on January 18, 1965, in Los Angeles, California and was discharged January 19, 1968, at Ft. Riley as a Sgt- E-5, serving during the Vietnam War. &nbsp;

On January 24, 1968, at the Fort Riley Catholic Chapel, he was married to Virginia Susan Escobar and she preceded him in death on May 12, 2012. &nbsp; Shortly after their wedding, they moved to California to start a family. After retirement, they moved back to Manhattan in 1998. He and Virginia attended Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Manhattan.

He was employed for security for TRW Inc., a major American industrial corporation providing advanced-technology products and services primarily in the automotive, defense, and aerospace sectors, for 20 years from 1969-1998. &nbsp; He worked at the Manhattan airport in Operations for about 7 years. He was employed by Three Rivers Health Care, taking care of his wife, Virginia.

His hobbies were, working on older cars, drag racing, playing the guitar, which he played in some clubs in California and made some music recordings. &nbsp;He also enjoyed coaching his sons in football. One of his greatest enjoyments was spending time with his family, watching his NASCAR and enjoying a good cup of coffee.

Survivors include two sons, Todd Gamble and his wife Cindy, of Manhattan; Ryan Gamble and his wife, Natalie; he is also survived by his three grandchildren, Kayla, Ayanna, and Roman Gamble. &nbsp;Al was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia, parents and his sister Debby Gamble.

A funeral service will be held at the Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation on Friday, Dec. 20, 2019, at 10:00 am with Fr. Kerry Ninemire officiating. Burial will be at the Sunrise Cemetery with a rendering of honors by the Ft. Riley Honor Guard.

The family requests any donations be directed to the Heart &amp; Stroke Research with the American Heart Association.

Alton Gayle (Al) Gamble, 75, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, December 14th, at the KU Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. &nbsp;Al was born in Rochester, PA on January 29, 1944, the son of the late Helen Mae (DeYoung) and Alton Clair Gamble. He grew up in Beaver Falls, PA and graduated from High School there in 1961, later he attended UCLA for 2 years. &nbsp;He entered the U.S. Army on January 18, 1965, in Los Angeles, California and was discharged January 19, 1968, at Ft. Riley as a Sgt- E-5, serving during the Vietnam War. &nbsp;On January 24, 1968, at the Fort Riley Catholic Chapel, he was married to Virginia Susan Escobar and she preceded him in death on May 12, 2012. &nbsp; Shortly after their wedding, they moved to California to start a family. After retirement, they moved back to Manhattan in 1998. He and Virginia attended Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Manhattan.He was employed for security for TRW Inc., a major American industrial corporation providing advanced-technology products and services primarily in the automotive, defense, and aerospace sectors, for 20 years from 1969-1998. &nbsp; He worked at the Manhattan airport in Operations for about 7 years. He was employed by Three Rivers Health Care, taking care of his wife, Virginia.His hobbies were, working on older cars, drag racing, playing the guitar, which he played in some clubs in California and made some music recordings. &nbsp;He also enjoyed coaching his sons in football. One of his greatest enjoyments was spending time with his family, watching his NASCAR and enjoying a good cup of coffee.Survivors include two sons, Todd Gamble and his wife Cindy, of Manhattan; Ryan Gamble and his wife, Natalie; he is also survived by his three grandchildren, Kayla, Ayanna, and Roman Gamble. &nbsp;Al was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia, parents and his sister Debby Gamble.A funeral service will be held at the Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation on Friday, Dec. 20, 2019, at 10:00 am with Fr. Kerry Ninemire officiating. Burial will be at the Sunrise Cemetery with a rendering of honors by the Ft. Riley Honor Guard.The family requests any donations be directed to the Heart &amp; Stroke Research with the American Heart Association.

Alton Gayle (Al) Gamble,



Carolyn Elaine Lehner, 82 of Abilene passed away Monday, December 9, 2019 at Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born January 23, 1937 in Junction City, the daughter of Ernest and Geraldine (Seubert) Norman. Carolyn graduated from Chapman High School in 1955. On May 28, 1960 she was united in marriage to Harold Lehner in Abilene. He preceded her in death January 2, 2017. Carolyn worked as a maid at the White House Inn in Abilene.

Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Peggy Chronister and husband Mark, two sons, Robert Lehner and wife Marci and Richard Lehner and wife Venus. One grandson, Kirk Chronister and one great-granddaughter, Rydia Chronister. Two brothers, Jerry and Gail Norman and one sister, Yvonne Silver. She was preceded in death by his parents, husband and one grandson, Scott Chronister.

Services for Carolyn will be 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 14, 2019 at the Life House Church in Abilene with Pastor Kerry Coup officiating. Burial will follow at the Good Hope Cemetery North of Chapman. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 6-8 PM at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;



Carolyn Elaine Lehner, 82 of Abilene passed away Monday, December 9, 2019 at Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene. She was born January 23, 1937 in Junction City, the daughter of Ernest and Geraldine (Seubert) Norman. Carolyn graduated from Chapman High School in 1955. On May 28, 1960 she was united in marriage to Harold Lehner in Abilene. He preceded her in death January 2, 2017. Carolyn worked as a maid at the White House Inn in Abilene.Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Peggy Chronister and husband Mark, two sons, Robert Lehner and wife Marci and Richard Lehner and wife Venus. One grandson, Kirk Chronister and one great-granddaughter, Rydia Chronister. Two brothers, Jerry and Gail Norman and one sister, Yvonne Silver. She was preceded in death by his parents, husband and one grandson, Scott Chronister.Services for Carolyn will be 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 14, 2019 at the Life House Church in Abilene with Pastor Kerry Coup officiating. Burial will follow at the Good Hope Cemetery North of Chapman. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 6-8 PM at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Carolyn Elaine Lehner



“Bev” Beverly Jean Schmutz, 79 of Abilene passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Salina Regional Medical Center. She was born November 24,1940 the daughter of Ralph “Pete” and Phyllis (Dobbins) Schmutz. Bev grew up in the Abilene area, attended the local school districts and graduated from Abilene High School in 1958. She attended Kansas State Teachers College (Emporia State University, and later went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administrative from Kansas State University. She worked for nearly 30 years at Ft. Riley In Civil Service, retiring in 1993. She also worked 11 years at the Alco Central Office and was also the National Prayer Director for Suitable Helpers Ministries.

Bev is survived by her son, Robert Schmutz and wife Angel of Haven, Kansas. Four grandchildren, Micah Hilbert (and husband Kord) of Hays, Genesis, Zephaniah, &amp; Ezra Schmutz. One brother, Larry Schmutz of Nixa, MO, two sisters, Naoma Foltz, and Sharon Schmutz of Abilene, a number of Beloved Nieces and Nephews And a host of friends who she loved like family! She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Dale and Gordon “Pete” Schmutz and one sister, Dotty White.

A Memorial &amp; Celebration of Life gathering entitled “Faith, Family, Friends &amp; Chocolate” will be held at 6:00 P.M., Sunday, December 29, 2019 at Emmanuel Church in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to Emmanuel Church and/or Watchman Evangelism Ministries. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;



“Bev” Beverly Jean Schmutz, 79 of Abilene passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Salina Regional Medical Center. She was born November 24,1940 the daughter of Ralph “Pete” and Phyllis (Dobbins) Schmutz. Bev grew up in the Abilene area, attended the local school districts and graduated from Abilene High School in 1958. She attended Kansas State Teachers College (Emporia State University, and later went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administrative from Kansas State University. She worked for nearly 30 years at Ft. Riley In Civil Service, retiring in 1993. She also worked 11 years at the Alco Central Office and was also the National Prayer Director for Suitable Helpers Ministries.Bev is survived by her son, Robert Schmutz and wife Angel of Haven, Kansas. Four grandchildren, Micah Hilbert (and husband Kord) of Hays, Genesis, Zephaniah, &amp; Ezra Schmutz. One brother, Larry Schmutz of Nixa, MO, two sisters, Naoma Foltz, and Sharon Schmutz of Abilene, a number of Beloved Nieces and Nephews And a host of friends who she loved like family! She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Dale and Gordon “Pete” Schmutz and one sister, Dotty White.A Memorial &amp; Celebration of Life gathering entitled “Faith, Family, Friends &amp; Chocolate” will be held at 6:00 P.M., Sunday, December 29, 2019 at Emmanuel Church in Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to Emmanuel Church and/or Watchman Evangelism Ministries. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

“Bev” Beverly Jean Schmutz



Gwendolyn Ann Kropf died peacefully on December 5, 2019 in Overland Park, Kansas.

She is survived by her husband, Donald H. Kropf, her three children: Greg (Mary, of Westphalia, KS, Brad (Jenny, of Overland Park, KS, and Martha (John, of Charlotte, NC) and 12 grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Frances (Steve, of Plattsburg, NY). A lover of animals, she was also a parent to many cats and even a couple of dogs over the years. She and Donald also maintained a herd of beef cattle.

She was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Gordon and Edna Slover, Gwendolyn always considered herself a Southerner, making okra fried in bacon grease for many years.

She attended college at Oklahoma College for Women and graduated in 1954. She earned a Master’s of Science in Biochemistry from Oklahoma State University (1956; it was then Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical College) and took a job in Chicago where she conducted research on rheumatic fever. There, she met Donald (at church) and they were married on June 21, 1962. They moved to Manhattan where Donald was a professor at Kansas State University. After Greg was born, she transitioned to a stay at home mom, gardener, and in 1972, a rancher. She helped found the Little Apple Task Force which worked to promote parent communication about teen drinking. She served as President of the Riley County Humane Society and authored the Pet of the Week advertisement in the Manhattan Mercury every Wednesday for many years. Donald and Gwen were longtime members of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, KS.

The family will greet friends during a visitation at 10:00 a.m. Saturday December 21 at the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Lunch will be served at the church, followed by burial at 2:00 p.m. at the Carnahan Creek Cemetery in Rural Pottawatomie County.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations for one of three charities: the Riley County Humane Society, the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter in Manhattan, 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.



Gwendolyn Ann Kropf died peacefully on December 5, 2019 in Overland Park, Kansas.She is survived by her husband, Donald H. Kropf, her three children: Greg (Mary, of Westphalia, KS, Brad (Jenny, of Overland Park, KS, and Martha (John, of Charlotte, NC) and 12 grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Frances (Steve, of Plattsburg, NY). A lover of animals, she was also a parent to many cats and even a couple of dogs over the years. She and Donald also maintained a herd of beef cattle.She was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Gordon and Edna Slover, Gwendolyn always considered herself a Southerner, making okra fried in bacon grease for many years.She attended college at Oklahoma College for Women and graduated in 1954. She earned a Master’s of Science in Biochemistry from Oklahoma State University (1956; it was then Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical College) and took a job in Chicago where she conducted research on rheumatic fever. There, she met Donald (at church) and they were married on June 21, 1962. They moved to Manhattan where Donald was a professor at Kansas State University. After Greg was born, she transitioned to a stay at home mom, gardener, and in 1972, a rancher. She helped found the Little Apple Task Force which worked to promote parent communication about teen drinking. She served as President of the Riley County Humane Society and authored the Pet of the Week advertisement in the Manhattan Mercury every Wednesday for many years. Donald and Gwen were longtime members of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, KS.The family will greet friends during a visitation at 10:00 a.m. Saturday December 21 at the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Lunch will be served at the church, followed by burial at 2:00 p.m. at the Carnahan Creek Cemetery in Rural Pottawatomie County.In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations for one of three charities: the Riley County Humane Society, the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter in Manhattan, 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.

Gwendolyn Ann Kropf 

Jon A. Levin, 83, passed away December 12, 2019. Born, December 16, 1935.

Jon A. Levin was Chairman of the Board of University Book Store, Inc. and owner of Varney’s Book Store. He headed a family partnership that includes Premier Car &amp; Dog Wash, Able Printing Company, and other commercial interests. Levin worked at Varney’s since 1957, serving the community and K-Staters for 59 years.

A native of Lindsborg, KS, Levin graduated from Kansas State University in 1957 with a degree in Business Administration. He was a 1956 Chair of Campus Entertainment Committee and organized entertainment for the KSU Student Union grand opening celebration. Levin also served a student member of the Farrell Library Advisory Committee, and held continuous season tickets to K-State Football and Basketball games since 1953.

While at K-State, Jon was inducted into Delta Sigma Phi fraternity in 1954. He enlisted in the Army National Guard in 1960 and was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Fort Knox, and Aberdeen Proving Ground. He also served at Fort Riley as his unit was called to active duty for 10 months when the Berlin Wall was built.

Jon is preceded in death by his wife, Lila, and parents Joseph and Amy Levin. Jon and Lila married in 1956, and he is survived by three children: Jeff of Bremerton, WA, Steve and wife Lori of Manhattan, KS, and Susan of Kansas City. He was most proud of his seven grandchildren: Joseph Levin (spouse Lyndall Farley, Jonas Levin (spouse Erica Foster, Arianna Levin, Amy Levin Plattner (spouse Silvan Plattner, Ethan Levin, Ben Boerger, and Charles Boerger. He is also survived by his sister Darlene Blazek of Greely, CO.

Levin was an Advisory Board member for the Beach Museum of Art, Trustee Emeritus for the Kansas State University Foundation, a life member of the K-State Alumni Association, and member of the President’s Leadership Circle and KSU Music Advisory Council. In addition, Levin served as Board Member and Treasurer of the Birger Sandzen Memorial Art Gallery in Lindsborg, KS. Levin and wife Lila were avid supporters of the Friends of the KSU Gardens, Beach Museum, and McCain Auditorium.

Active in civic and professional organizations, Levin served as a Board Member and Campaign Co-Chair of Riley County United Way. He is a former Board Member of Riley County Red Cross, Flint Hills Bread Basket, Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce, Manhattan Rotary Club, Manhattan Country Club, Aggieville Business Association, Mid-states Association of College Stores, National Association of College Stores, and Board of Directors and Committee Chair for the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, and was recognized with the K-State Student Union Vision Award.

Jon A. Levin was a 1983 graduate of Leadership Kansas, and supported Kansas State University Athletics, the College of Business, and the College of Architecture, Planning, and Design through generous financial scholarships, gifts of architectural supplies and materials, and support of faculty and student activities.

Cremation is planned with memorial services to be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 19th, at the First Presbyterian Church, 801 Leavenworth, Manhattan, with Reverend Jim Reed officiating. Inurnment will be in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jon’s name to The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery or the American Lung Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.



Jon A. Levin, 83, passed away December 12, 2019. Born, December 16, 1935.Jon A. Levin was Chairman of the Board of University Book Store, Inc. and owner of Varney’s Book Store. He headed a family partnership that includes Premier Car &amp; Dog Wash, Able Printing Company, and other commercial interests. Levin worked at Varney’s since 1957, serving the community and K-Staters for 59 years.A native of Lindsborg, KS, Levin graduated from Kansas State University in 1957 with a degree in Business Administration. He was a 1956 Chair of Campus Entertainment Committee and organized entertainment for the KSU Student Union grand opening celebration. Levin also served a student member of the Farrell Library Advisory Committee, and held continuous season tickets to K-State Football and Basketball games since 1953.While at K-State, Jon was inducted into Delta Sigma Phi fraternity in 1954. He enlisted in the Army National Guard in 1960 and was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Fort Knox, and Aberdeen Proving Ground. He also served at Fort Riley as his unit was called to active duty for 10 months when the Berlin Wall was built.Jon is preceded in death by his wife, Lila, and parents Joseph and Amy Levin. Jon and Lila married in 1956, and he is survived by three children: Jeff of Bremerton, WA, Steve and wife Lori of Manhattan, KS, and Susan of Kansas City. He was most proud of his seven grandchildren: Joseph Levin (spouse Lyndall Farley, Jonas Levin (spouse Erica Foster, Arianna Levin, Amy Levin Plattner (spouse Silvan Plattner, Ethan Levin, Ben Boerger, and Charles Boerger. He is also survived by his sister Darlene Blazek of Greely, CO.Levin was an Advisory Board member for the Beach Museum of Art, Trustee Emeritus for the Kansas State University Foundation, a life member of the K-State Alumni Association, and member of the President’s Leadership Circle and KSU Music Advisory Council. In addition, Levin served as Board Member and Treasurer of the Birger Sandzen Memorial Art Gallery in Lindsborg, KS. Levin and wife Lila were avid supporters of the Friends of the KSU Gardens, Beach Museum, and McCain Auditorium.Active in civic and professional organizations, Levin served as a Board Member and Campaign Co-Chair of Riley County United Way. He is a former Board Member of Riley County Red Cross, Flint Hills Bread Basket, Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce, Manhattan Rotary Club, Manhattan Country Club, Aggieville Business Association, Mid-states Association of College Stores, National Association of College Stores, and Board of Directors and Committee Chair for the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, and was recognized with the K-State Student Union Vision Award.Jon A. Levin was a 1983 graduate of Leadership Kansas, and supported Kansas State University Athletics, the College of Business, and the College of Architecture, Planning, and Design through generous financial scholarships, gifts of architectural supplies and materials, and support of faculty and student activities.Cremation is planned with memorial services to be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 19th, at the First Presbyterian Church, 801 Leavenworth, Manhattan, with Reverend Jim Reed officiating. Inurnment will be in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.Memorial contributions may be made in Jon’s name to The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery or the American Lung Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Jon A. Levin

Patrick H. Sauble, age 98 died December 7, 2019, at the Presbyterian Manor in Newton, KS. 

 He was born August 15, 1921, in Newton to John C. Sauble and Hildred Jeffers.  He had one sister Rebecca Taylor and a step-mother Frankie Mead.  Pat was a lifetime Chase County rancher and farmer.

  He is survived by his children David (Barbara Walker) Sauble, Ann (Galen) Carpenter and Susan (Dennis) Hague; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, brother in law Joe Loriaux and long-time friend Dutch Schultz.

  Pat graduated from Newton High School in the class of 1939 and attended Kansas State University before entering the United States Army Air Corps in 1942.  He met and married Mary Palmer and they were together for 65 years.  Pat was very civic-minded.  He served on the Cedar Point School Board, first president of the Kansas Watershed Association, a member of the Neosho Basin Advisory Committee, a member of the Chase County Conservation District from 1955 to 2012, a 70-year member of the Kansas Livestock Association, 75 years as a Mason and Shriner, member of the John McKay Post 308 American Legion, Beta Theta Pi Fraternity at Kansas State and instrumental in getting the Old Mill in Cedar Point on the National Historic Registry.  Patrick was proud of his pioneering ancestry in Chase County and continued to run the Sauble Ranch until his death.  The land was homesteaded by his grandfather in 1856.  He will be remembered for his zest for life and the multitude of (mostly true) stories that he has passed on to family and friends. 

 His family will gather with friends on Saturday, December 28, 2019, from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion.  His funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at Camp Wood YMCA Camp in Elmdale.&nbsp; Pat will be laid to rest in Griffith Cemetery with military honors.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Florence American Legion, Pioneer Bluffs Foundation or the Cedar Point Mill Fund.

Patrick H. Sauble, age 98 died December 7, 2019, at the Presbyterian Manor in Newton, KS. He was born August 15, 1921, in Newton to John C. Sauble and Hildred Jeffers. He had one sister Rebecca Taylor and a step-mother Frankie Mead. Pat was a lifetime Chase County rancher and farmer. He is survived by his children David (Barbara Walker) Sauble, Ann (Galen) Carpenter and Susan (Dennis) Hague; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, brother in law Joe Loriaux and long-time friend Dutch Schultz. Pat graduated from Newton High School in the class of 1939 and attended Kansas State University before entering the United States Army Air Corps in 1942. He met and married Mary Palmer and they were together for 65 years. Pat was very civic-minded. He served on the Cedar Point School Board, first president of the Kansas Watershed Association, a member of the Neosho Basin Advisory Committee, a member of the Chase County Conservation District from 1955 to 2012, a 70-year member of the Kansas Livestock Association, 75 years as a Mason and Shriner, member of the John McKay Post 308 American Legion, Beta Theta Pi Fraternity at Kansas State and instrumental in getting the Old Mill in Cedar Point on the National Historic Registry. Patrick was proud of his pioneering ancestry in Chase County and continued to run the Sauble Ranch until his death. The land was homesteaded by his grandfather in 1856. He will be remembered for his zest for life and the multitude of (mostly true) stories that he has passed on to family and friends. His family will gather with friends on Saturday, December 28, 2019, from 5-7 p.m. at Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion. His funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at Camp Wood YMCA Camp in Elmdale.&nbsp; Pat will be laid to rest in Griffith Cemetery with military honors.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Florence American Legion, Pioneer Bluffs Foundation or the Cedar Point Mill Fund.

Patrick H. Sauble

Alice C. Hoover, 98, of Junction City, died peacefully on December 13, 2019 at Brookdale Senior Living Solutions in Junction City, her home for the past seven years.

Alice was born in Wreford, Kansas, the daughter of William and Caroline (Peterson) Rogers. She later moved to the McDowell Creek area with her family.

Alice graduated from Junction City High School, and was a member of the Cleveland, Brookside, and Humbolt 4-H Clubs.

She worked for the United States Draft Board for 28 years, as well as the Geary County Agriculture Stabilization and Conservation Service, before retiring in 1981.

Alice was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Junction City, serving on the Board of Trustees and the "We Care Committee" for many years. She also worked with the Geary County Historical Society.

Alice had a life-long love of flowers, gardening, bird watching , trees and nature's beauty in Geary County.

Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Edward L. Hoover; her parents; 2 brothers, William Rogers, Jr. and Edward Rogers; 2 sisters, Irene and Hazel Rogers; and a niece, Wilma Siebert, all of Junction City.

Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Engel and her husband Bob, Mesquite, Texas; a grandson, Craig Lillibridge, Toledo, Ohio; a granddaughter, Christine Wilcox, Mesquite, Texas; and five great grandsons.

A Celebration of Life for Alice will take place in the Spring, with a private family graveside gathering at Highland Cemetery, with Hospice Chaplain Linda Lewis presiding.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be given in Alice's name to Accord Hospice of Manhattan, 3250 Kimball Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66503, or charity of the donor's choice.

Johnson Cremations, Funerals, and Receptions in charge of arrangements.

Alice C. Hoover, 98, of Junction City, died peacefully on December 13, 2019 at Brookdale Senior Living Solutions in Junction City, her home for the past seven years.Alice was born in Wreford, Kansas, the daughter of William and Caroline (Peterson) Rogers. She later moved to the McDowell Creek area with her family.Alice graduated from Junction City High School, and was a member of the Cleveland, Brookside, and Humbolt 4-H Clubs.She worked for the United States Draft Board for 28 years, as well as the Geary County Agriculture Stabilization and Conservation Service, before retiring in 1981.Alice was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Junction City, serving on the Board of Trustees and the "We Care Committee" for many years. She also worked with the Geary County Historical Society.Alice had a life-long love of flowers, gardening, bird watching , trees and nature's beauty in Geary County.Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Edward L. Hoover; her parents; 2 brothers, William Rogers, Jr. and Edward Rogers; 2 sisters, Irene and Hazel Rogers; and a niece, Wilma Siebert, all of Junction City.Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Engel and her husband Bob, Mesquite, Texas; a grandson, Craig Lillibridge, Toledo, Ohio; a granddaughter, Christine Wilcox, Mesquite, Texas; and five great grandsons.A Celebration of Life for Alice will take place in the Spring, with a private family graveside gathering at Highland Cemetery, with Hospice Chaplain Linda Lewis presiding.In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be given in Alice's name to Accord Hospice of Manhattan, 3250 Kimball Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66503, or charity of the donor's choice.Johnson Cremations, Funerals, and Receptions in charge of arrangements.

Alice C. Hoover



Margot M. Scott, 77, of Junction City died December 2, 2019 at Geary Community Hospital. Margot was born July 13, 1942 in Offenbach, Germany, the daughter of Wilhelm H. and Marianne (Schaumburg) Paul.

She moved to Junction City, when her husband was transferred to Ft. Riley while he was in the U.S. Army.

Margot worked in the commissary grocery store on Ft. Riley.

She is survived by her close friends Elizabeth Hobling and Rose Rothfuss, of Junction City.

A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date at the Legacy Church in Junction City.

Johnson Funeral Home assisted the friends with the arrangements.



Margot M. Scott, 77, of Junction City died December 2, 2019 at Geary Community Hospital. Margot was born July 13, 1942 in Offenbach, Germany, the daughter of Wilhelm H. and Marianne (Schaumburg) Paul.She moved to Junction City, when her husband was transferred to Ft. Riley while he was in the U.S. Army.Margot worked in the commissary grocery store on Ft. Riley.She is survived by her close friends Elizabeth Hobling and Rose Rothfuss, of Junction City.It was Margot's wish to be cremated.A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date at the Legacy Church in Junction City.Johnson Funeral Home assisted the friends with the arrangements.

Margot M. Scott

Ben Bennett, 77, of Junction City, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at his home.&nbsp; A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 20, 2019, at the First United Methodist Church. Pastor Dirk Weiss will officiate. A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, December 19, 2019 at the church. Cremation will follow the funeral service. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the First United Methodist Church 804 N. Jefferson Street Junction City, KS 66441 or to the organization of the donor's choice.

Ben was born July 29, 1942, in Garden City, KS, the son of Boyd and Rosilene (McLeish) Bennett.

Ben moved to Wichita, KS with his family when he was five years old. He graduated from Wichita North High School with the class of 1960. He later graduated from Friends University in Wichita where he played football. Upon graduating from Friends, he moved to Junction City, KS where he had accepted a position as a high school government teacher and head wrestling coach. He also was an assistant football coach under the leadership of Al Simpler. During his tenure at Junction City High School from 1965 until 1982, he guided the Blue Jay wrestling teams to three state championships and 27 individual wrestlers to state titles. He later worked extensively with USA Wrestling where he served on the board of directors, as executive director, and as a manager of the wrestling venue for the 1984 Olympics. Ben was named Kansas Wrestling Coach of the Year three times and was a member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. He was one of the original founders of the Kansas Kids' Wrestling Federation.

In 2006, Ben was elected to the Geary County Commission. He represented the 1st District of western Geary County on the commission and was serving his fourth term of the governing body. Ben was a member of First United Methodist Church, Junction City Noon Rotary, Booster Club, Junction City Rodeo Association, Military Affairs Council, AUSA, Bourbon Club, and many organizations and boards under his leadership as a county commissioner.

He married Peggy Huey on December 28, 1966 in Junction City, KS at the First United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife Peggy; two brothers, DeWayne Bennett (Rose) of North Wilkesboro, NC and Everrett Bennett (Grace) of Riverside, CA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Buck and Phyllis Gibson of Junction City, KS; one uncle and aunt, Dale and Marge King of Wylie, TX and one aunt, Phyllis Haynes of Abilene, KS; three nephews and four nieces, many great nephews, nieces and cousins as well as his four legged friends, Ralphie, Ebby and Hazer.

He was preceded in death by his parents and father and mother-in-law, Vince and Jeane Huey.

Ben Bennett, 77, of Junction City, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at his home.&nbsp; A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 20, 2019, at the First United Methodist Church. Pastor Dirk Weiss will officiate. A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, December 19, 2019 at the church. Cremation will follow the funeral service. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the First United Methodist Church 804 N. Jefferson Street Junction City, KS 66441 or to the organization of the donor's choice.Ben was born July 29, 1942, in Garden City, KS, the son of Boyd and Rosilene (McLeish) Bennett.Ben moved to Wichita, KS with his family when he was five years old. He graduated from Wichita North High School with the class of 1960. He later graduated from Friends University in Wichita where he played football. Upon graduating from Friends, he moved to Junction City, KS where he had accepted a position as a high school government teacher and head wrestling coach. He also was an assistant football coach under the leadership of Al Simpler. During his tenure at Junction City High School from 1965 until 1982, he guided the Blue Jay wrestling teams to three state championships and 27 individual wrestlers to state titles. He later worked extensively with USA Wrestling where he served on the board of directors, as executive director, and as a manager of the wrestling venue for the 1984 Olympics. Ben was named Kansas Wrestling Coach of the Year three times and was a member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. He was one of the original founders of the Kansas Kids' Wrestling Federation.In 2006, Ben was elected to the Geary County Commission. He represented the 1st District of western Geary County on the commission and was serving his fourth term of the governing body. Ben was a member of First United Methodist Church, Junction City Noon Rotary, Booster Club, Junction City Rodeo Association, Military Affairs Council, AUSA, Bourbon Club, and many organizations and boards under his leadership as a county commissioner.He married Peggy Huey on December 28, 1966 in Junction City, KS at the First United Methodist Church.Survivors include his wife Peggy; two brothers, DeWayne Bennett (Rose) of North Wilkesboro, NC and Everrett Bennett (Grace) of Riverside, CA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Buck and Phyllis Gibson of Junction City, KS; one uncle and aunt, Dale and Marge King of Wylie, TX and one aunt, Phyllis Haynes of Abilene, KS; three nephews and four nieces, many great nephews, nieces and cousins as well as his four legged friends, Ralphie, Ebby and Hazer.He was preceded in death by his parents and father and mother-in-law, Vince and Jeane Huey.

Ben Bennett



Lenora Ruth Buie, 88, of Manhattan passed away December 4, 2019 at Ascension/Via Christi Village in Manhattan, KS.

She was born November 24, 1931 in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Daniel Horace Buie and Thelma Ruth (Newman) Buie. Lenora graduated from Abilene High School in 1951 and attended the University of Kansas as well as Kansas State University, where she completed studies in Childhood Development and Education.

Lenora was owner and head teacher of Lee's Pre-School and Day Care Center in Manhattan in the early 70's. She received commendation from the Federal Department of Childhood Development and Education for the Quality of her directorship of pre-school education at Lee's Pre-School and Day Care Center.

She was manager of Colorado Plaza in Manhattan, Kansas for 21 years, retiring in 2001. HUD recognized her for her "superior" directorship of Section 8 housing at Colorado Plaza.

Lenora spent her retirement years doing volunteer work throughout the community including St. Joseph's (now Ascension/Via Christi) Retirement Village, Mercy Regional Health Center (now Ascension/Via Christi) and the First Presbyterian Church where she was then a member. As her faith continually strengthened, she asked to be received into the Catholic Faith. On October 24, 2018 she was baptized and received her First Holy Communion as a member of St. Thomas More, Manhattan, KS in the chapel at Ascension/Via Christi.

During her youth, Lenora was the first Girl Scout to be awarded a second curve bar for achievement over and beyond expectations of the requirements for the first curve bar.

Lenora was preceded in death by her parents, her twin brother, Neill (Margaret) Buie of Wamego, Kansas, and her sister-in-law, Anne (Dan) Buie of Wellesley Hills, Massachuetts. She is survived by her three children, Julie Rejzer of Hampton, Virginia, Vicky Weldon, of Frederick, Maryland and George Claunch, Jr. and his wife, Vicki, of Shreveport, Louisiana; a brother, Dr. Dan H. Buie, Jr. of Wellesley, Massachusetts, her sister-in-law Margaret Buie of Manhattan, Kansas (formerly of Wamego, Kansas, ten grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; five nieces and one nephew.

Lenora was cremated. Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 17th, at St. Joseph’s Chapel at Ascension Via Christi Village, Manhattan, Kansas, with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. Private inurnment will be in the Abilene Cemetery, Abilene, Kansas.

Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to “YES for Liberty” or Ascension Via Christi Village, and may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. Because of Lenora's desire for "passing the goodness on" along with her firm faith in God and her belief in the Constitution of the United States of America. She chose for memorial gifts to be given either to St. Joseph’s Chapel at Ascension/Via Christi, Manhattan, KS, where her faith has been continually strengthened during this chapter of her life or to the Youth Educational Scholarship, "YES for Liberty". The Constitution Bee Scholarship Program assists 9th - 12th grade students in furthering their educational pursuits.



Lenora Ruth Buie, 88, of Manhattan passed away December 4, 2019 at Ascension/Via Christi Village in Manhattan, KS.She was born November 24, 1931 in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Daniel Horace Buie and Thelma Ruth (Newman) Buie. Lenora graduated from Abilene High School in 1951 and attended the University of Kansas as well as Kansas State University, where she completed studies in Childhood Development and Education.Lenora was owner and head teacher of Lee's Pre-School and Day Care Center in Manhattan in the early 70's. She received commendation from the Federal Department of Childhood Development and Education for the Quality of her directorship of pre-school education at Lee's Pre-School and Day Care Center.She was manager of Colorado Plaza in Manhattan, Kansas for 21 years, retiring in 2001. HUD recognized her for her "superior" directorship of Section 8 housing at Colorado Plaza.Lenora spent her retirement years doing volunteer work throughout the community including St. Joseph's (now Ascension/Via Christi) Retirement Village, Mercy Regional Health Center (now Ascension/Via Christi) and the First Presbyterian Church where she was then a member. As her faith continually strengthened, she asked to be received into the Catholic Faith. On October 24, 2018 she was baptized and received her First Holy Communion as a member of St. Thomas More, Manhattan, KS in the chapel at Ascension/Via Christi.During her youth, Lenora was the first Girl Scout to be awarded a second curve bar for achievement over and beyond expectations of the requirements for the first curve bar.Lenora was preceded in death by her parents, her twin brother, Neill (Margaret) Buie of Wamego, Kansas, and her sister-in-law, Anne (Dan) Buie of Wellesley Hills, Massachuetts. She is survived by her three children, Julie Rejzer of Hampton, Virginia, Vicky Weldon, of Frederick, Maryland and George Claunch, Jr. and his wife, Vicki, of Shreveport, Louisiana; a brother, Dr. Dan H. Buie, Jr. of Wellesley, Massachusetts, her sister-in-law Margaret Buie of Manhattan, Kansas (formerly of Wamego, Kansas, ten grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; five nieces and one nephew.Lenora was cremated. Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 17th, at St. Joseph’s Chapel at Ascension Via Christi Village, Manhattan, Kansas, with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. Private inurnment will be in the Abilene Cemetery, Abilene, Kansas.Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to “YES for Liberty” or Ascension Via Christi Village, and may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. Because of Lenora's desire for "passing the goodness on" along with her firm faith in God and her belief in the Constitution of the United States of America. She chose for memorial gifts to be given either to St. Joseph’s Chapel at Ascension/Via Christi, Manhattan, KS, where her faith has been continually strengthened during this chapter of her life or to the Youth Educational Scholarship, "YES for Liberty". The Constitution Bee Scholarship Program assists 9th - 12th grade students in furthering their educational pursuits.

Lenora Ruth Buie

Brady Lee Fox, 62, of Junction City, KS, passed away Monday, December 9, 2019.&nbsp; Arrangements are currently pending at the Carlson's Irvin- Parkview Funeral Home, Manhattan.

Brady Lee Fox, 62, of Junction City, KS, passed away Monday, December 9, 2019.&nbsp; Arrangements are currently pending at the Carlson's Irvin- Parkview Funeral Home, Manhattan.

Brady Lee Fox - August 14, 1957 - December 9, 2019

Tuesday, December 17, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions

Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.

Visitation:Tuesday, December 17, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions203 North WashingtonJunction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441Service:Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.Kansas Veterans' Cemetery

Bernard Shaw -  1945 - 2019 

Norma M. (Gfeller) Mailen, 101, of Junction City, passed away quietly Monday evening, Dec. 9, 2019, at Brookdale Senior Living in Junction City. Norma was born Oct. 27, 1918, the daughter of Herman and Blanche (Roles) Gfeller. She was born in her parent's home in the Upland Community, just west of Junction City. At 101 years, she was the eldest Swiss descendent in Kansas. Her parents were of strong Swiss and Irish stock, and Norma inherited strengths from both lineages.

Norma's childhood on the farm included attending a one-room school house, and a 1920-1938 farming life, including a pony named "Betty". She had a life-long love of plants and maintaining a beautiful yard, well into her late 90s.

Norma graduated from DCCHS (now Chapman High School) and immediately went to work in Junction City. It was while working in Junction City that she met her future husband, George W. Mailen, who was in the U.S. Army. Norma worked as a typist in Purchasing and Contracts on Ft. Riley through the end of World War II.

George and Norma were married on March 2, 1941, in Kansas City, KS. George died Feb. 11, 2006.

Survivors include George and Norma's 2 sons, Douglas Mailen and his wife Peggy, Winchester, KS, and Gregory Mailen and his wife Deborah, Chattanooga, TN; 4 grandchildren, Sean Mailen and his wife Lydia, Minneapolis, MN, Tiffany Smith and her husband David Carter, Atlanta, GA, Susan (Mailen) Thibeadeau and her husband Matthieu, Annandale, VA, and Kent Mailen and his wife Jaclyn, Asuncion, Paraguay; 4 great grandchildren, Eden Noel Mailen and Liv Emery Mailen, both of Minneapolis, MN, Ryker Smith, Atlanta, GA, and Elliette Wren Mailen, Asuncion, Paraguay.

Norma was a loyal member of the First Christian Church in Junction City, and the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the church in Norma's name.

Her family and Junction City residents will miss her warmth for friends and strangers--waving from her porch on warm days--being greeted by a honk, a wave or a hug. Her door was always open, and her love had no limits. Greatly missed you are....Mom, Mother, Aunt, Cousin, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Johnson Funeral Home with Pastor Ronnie Roberts presiding. The family will greet friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Junction City.

Norma M. (Gfeller) Mailen, 101, of Junction City, passed away quietly Monday evening, Dec. 9, 2019, at Brookdale Senior Living in Junction City. Norma was born Oct. 27, 1918, the daughter of Herman and Blanche (Roles) Gfeller. She was born in her parent's home in the Upland Community, just west of Junction City. At 101 years, she was the eldest Swiss descendent in Kansas. Her parents were of strong Swiss and Irish stock, and Norma inherited strengths from both lineages.Norma's childhood on the farm included attending a one-room school house, and a 1920-1938 farming life, including a pony named "Betty". She had a life-long love of plants and maintaining a beautiful yard, well into her late 90s.Norma graduated from DCCHS (now Chapman High School) and immediately went to work in Junction City. It was while working in Junction City that she met her future husband, George W. Mailen, who was in the U.S. Army. Norma worked as a typist in Purchasing and Contracts on Ft. Riley through the end of World War II.George and Norma were married on March 2, 1941, in Kansas City, KS. George died Feb. 11, 2006.Survivors include George and Norma's 2 sons, Douglas Mailen and his wife Peggy, Winchester, KS, and Gregory Mailen and his wife Deborah, Chattanooga, TN; 4 grandchildren, Sean Mailen and his wife Lydia, Minneapolis, MN, Tiffany Smith and her husband David Carter, Atlanta, GA, Susan (Mailen) Thibeadeau and her husband Matthieu, Annandale, VA, and Kent Mailen and his wife Jaclyn, Asuncion, Paraguay; 4 great grandchildren, Eden Noel Mailen and Liv Emery Mailen, both of Minneapolis, MN, Ryker Smith, Atlanta, GA, and Elliette Wren Mailen, Asuncion, Paraguay.Norma was a loyal member of the First Christian Church in Junction City, and the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the church in Norma's name.Her family and Junction City residents will miss her warmth for friends and strangers--waving from her porch on warm days--being greeted by a honk, a wave or a hug. Her door was always open, and her love had no limits. Greatly missed you are....Mom, Mother, Aunt, Cousin, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother.Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Johnson Funeral Home with Pastor Ronnie Roberts presiding. The family will greet friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Junction City.

Norma M. (Gfeller) Mailen



Earl R. Johnson, 91, of Junction City, KS died December 10, 2019 at Valley View Senior Life Center.&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am, Thursday, December 19, 2019 at St. Xavier Catholic Church with Father Gnanaskekar Kulandai officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home, Wednesday, December 18, 2019 from 5 pm to 7 pm with Rosary service at 6:30 pm. Memorial Contributions have been designated to St. Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington Street, Junction City, KS 66441 and the Geary County 4H Foundation, P.O. Box 28, Junction City, KS 66441

Earl was born May 14, 1928, Concordia, KS to Carl W. and Edith (Olson) Johnson. He graduated from Concordia High School in 1947. Earl was in the Air Force from 1950 to 1954 he then joined and was employed by the Kansas National Guard in Concordia. Earl was transferred to Junction City and worked full time with the Kansas National Guard retiring in 1974. He then worked with Government contracts on Fort Riley from 1974 to 1992.

Earl was a proud member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #830 for 65 years and a 60 year member of the American Legion, a member of the Kansas State Twins Association and active with the 4/H Senior Center where he served on several boards and delivered Meals-On-Wheels for 10 years. Earl was a member of St. Xavier Catholic Church.

Earl married the love of his life Goldie Marcotte on November 27, 1954, Salina, KS she preceded him in death February 18, 2017.

Earl's greatest joys were spending time with family and friends, hunting, fishing and watching Kansas State Football and Kansas City Chiefs..

He is survived by three children, Douglas (Pat) Johnson of Wichita, KS; Ronald (Tracey) Johnson of Junction City, KS; Rhonda (Dale) Evans of Junction City, KS, ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; Son-in-Law, Geoffrey Houser of Junction City, KS many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Donna Houser, two brothers, Paul Johnson and Carl Johnson, two sisters, Mabel Ostrom and twin sister Pearl Ganstrom and two great-grandsons.



Earl R. Johnson, 91, of Junction City, KS died December 10, 2019 at Valley View Senior Life Center.&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am, Thursday, December 19, 2019 at St. Xavier Catholic Church with Father Gnanaskekar Kulandai officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home, Wednesday, December 18, 2019 from 5 pm to 7 pm with Rosary service at 6:30 pm. Memorial Contributions have been designated to St. Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N. Washington Street, Junction City, KS 66441 and the Geary County 4H Foundation, P.O. Box 28, Junction City, KS 66441Earl was born May 14, 1928, Concordia, KS to Carl W. and Edith (Olson) Johnson. He graduated from Concordia High School in 1947. Earl was in the Air Force from 1950 to 1954 he then joined and was employed by the Kansas National Guard in Concordia. Earl was transferred to Junction City and worked full time with the Kansas National Guard retiring in 1974. He then worked with Government contracts on Fort Riley from 1974 to 1992.Earl was a proud member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #830 for 65 years and a 60 year member of the American Legion, a member of the Kansas State Twins Association and active with the 4/H Senior Center where he served on several boards and delivered Meals-On-Wheels for 10 years. Earl was a member of St. Xavier Catholic Church.Earl married the love of his life Goldie Marcotte on November 27, 1954, Salina, KS she preceded him in death February 18, 2017.Earl's greatest joys were spending time with family and friends, hunting, fishing and watching Kansas State Football and Kansas City Chiefs..He is survived by three children, Douglas (Pat) Johnson of Wichita, KS; Ronald (Tracey) Johnson of Junction City, KS; Rhonda (Dale) Evans of Junction City, KS, ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; Son-in-Law, Geoffrey Houser of Junction City, KS many nieces, nephews and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Donna Houser, two brothers, Paul Johnson and Carl Johnson, two sisters, Mabel Ostrom and twin sister Pearl Ganstrom and two great-grandsons.

Earl R. Johnson

A Celebration of Life in loving memory of Christopher Ryan Young will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, December 12th at Fellowship Hall, 204 W. McKenzie, White City, Kansas.  He passed away December 5, 2019 at age 24.

Friends and family will be gathering to share memories, stories, laugh and cry remembering a special person who will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of Life in loving memory of Christopher Ryan Young will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, December 12th at Fellowship Hall, 204 W. McKenzie, White City, Kansas. He passed away December 5, 2019 at age 24.Friends and family will be gathering to share memories, stories, laugh and cry remembering a special person who will be greatly missed.

Christopher Ryan Young 

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. This is the consolation that sustains Lorine’s Family.Lorine C. Cunningham, 84, Junction City, KS, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2019, at the Geary Community Hospital. A funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at the Second Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Larry Jones officiating. Burial will follow the funeral at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. A visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, December 10, 2019, at the Johnson Funeral Home 203 N. Washington Street. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the American Cancer Society.Sister Lorine Chatman Cunningham was born to Riley and Louise Mayfield Chatman in Elmore County, Alabama on March 3, 1935. While she peacefully slept, she transitioned into eternal rest on December 3, 2019.Sister Cunningham was born into a large family with five brothers and five sisters. Family would always be a central part of her life. After graduating from Elmore County Training School (high school) she soon married her high school sweetheart, Willie Dorsey Cunningham on September 14, 1953 in Wetumpka, Alabama, and became an Army Wife! After initial military training, the handsome soldier and his young bride arrived at their first duty station - Fort Riley, Kansas in 1954! She quickly started her own family and would eventually be the loving mother to nine children.She loved to cook and care for her children but as they became school age, she decided to work outside the home as well. She was employed at Wal-Mart for almost 20 years and loved to tell stories about the antics that went on with her fellow co-workers! She also clerked at Johnson Brothers Furniture Store for a short time.Family was everything to her. She always looked forward to holidays and family get-togethers especially when her children and grandchildren would gather for a BBQ on Fourth of July, and turkey and dressing for Thanksgiving! She was able to see her children one last time and spent her final Thanksgiving with her family just prior to her death.Sister Cunningham was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church and came regularly until recently when health issues prevented her from attending.She leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband Willie, of the home; four sons, Willie Jr., Topeka, KS, Larry Wayne, Montgomery, AL, Jerry, Fort Worth, TX, and Dwight, Topeka, KS; and two daughters, Jennifer Joann, Montgomery, AL, and Jacqueline Smith, Fort Worth, TX. She leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one brother, Larry Robinson, Wetumpka, AL, and one half-brother Willie D. Corbin, Cleveland, OH. Lorine was preceded in death by one daughter, Janice and two sons, Bobby and Glenn.

Lorine C. Cunningham

Vaughan Llewelyn, age 96 of Clay Center, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Medicalodge of Clay Center.He was born on October 29, 1923.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Maria Foerschler officiating.&nbsp;The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday.&nbsp;Burial will be in the Bala Cemetery.Additional obituary information will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley

Vaughan Llewelyn

Elizabeth Jean Ince, 83, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Homecare Hospice in Manhattan, Kansas.She was born in Davenport, Iowa, the daughter of Elizabeth May and Eugene R. Harrison, Betty, as she was known, was an accomplished and energetic woman who remained devoted to family, friends and education throughout her life.She is survived by her son Keith, her daughter Barbara, her grandchildren Taylor and Kailey, her daughter-in-law Michelle, her son-in-law Jeffrey, and her faithful companion Panda.She is preceded in death by her husbands Robert Lee Ince and Louis A. Turner.Betty attended The University of Kansas earning a degree in drama, and holding office in the Alpha Omicron Pi sorority. It was at KU that she met her future husband, Robert Ince. Betty began her teaching career at Manhattan High School. There she would establish her reputation as a leading educator in reading and study skills. In 1986, she was offered a coveted position to create and run the Reading and Study Skills Center at Westpoint Academy, a unique honor for a civilian. In retirement, Betty returned to Kansas to live with her son and daughter-in-law.The funeral service will be held at Yorgensen-Meloan-London Funeral Home on Monday, December 9th at 10:00am. A celebration of Betty’s life will follow interment at the home of Keith and Michelle Ince, 512 Haventon Court.Those who wish to remember Betty is a special way may send a donation to KU Endowment in her memory, or the charity of their choice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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