Vera H. Marten, 94, of Wheaton, Kansas, passed from this life on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at the McCrite Plaza in Topeka. &nbsp;She was a life-long resident of the Wheaton area.

Vera was born on May 30, 1925, on the family farm southeast of Wheaton, Kansas, the fourth of seven children born to Louis W. and Esther Force Henneberg. &nbsp;She attended Wheaton schools and graduated from Wheaton High School in 1943.

Vera married Orville Marten on February 4, 1945, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Duluth. &nbsp;They spent most of their married life on the Marten family farm northeast of Wheaton. &nbsp;While Orville was in the Navy, they were stationed in California. &nbsp;Despite war time circumstances, they made lifelong friends and had pleasant memories of that time in their young lives.

Vera helped with the farm operation and did the bookkeeping for the farm and Marten Surge Service. &nbsp; She also did bookkeeping for the Rural Water District and worked for the Wheaton Mercantile on a part-time basis for a number of years. &nbsp;Vera was an active member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton for nearly 70 years. &nbsp;Among other activities; she taught Sunday and Vacation Bible School, and held various offices in the Lutheran Women’s League.

Vera had a life-long interest in and an unfailing memory of family history. &nbsp;She documented the lives and life stories of multiple generations of both the Henneberg and Marten families. &nbsp;Vera had a similar interest in and knowledge of Wheaton community history. &nbsp;For a large portion of her adult life, Vera made daily journal entries documenting ordinary and not so ordinary daily events. &nbsp;She was a prolific letter writer, corresponding regularly with relatives and friends around the country. &nbsp;Vera was a good cook. &nbsp;Her fried chicken, angel food cake and cinnamon rolls were especially enjoyed by her family. &nbsp;She will be missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

Vera is survived by her four children; Ruth Scott (Mel, Topeka, Jo Schick (Lee, Topeka, Lynn Marten (Marsha, Lenexa, and Paula Garcia (Richard, Lincoln, Nebraska; two siblings, Milton Henneberg, Manhattan, and Eva Brunkow, Topeka; ten grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Orville, on August 20, 2004, and four siblings, Fay Wirt, Mary Smith, Dean Henneberg, and Francis Welch.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, January 3, 2020, at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton. &nbsp;Reverend Terry DeGiovanni will be officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Wheaton Congregational Cemetery. &nbsp; The family will greet friends on Thursday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego. &nbsp;A prayer service will be held at 7:00 pm. &nbsp;Vera will lie-in-state on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. &nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Vera H. Marten, 94, of Wheaton, Kansas, passed from this life on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at the McCrite Plaza in Topeka. &nbsp;She was a life-long resident of the Wheaton area.Vera was born on May 30, 1925, on the family farm southeast of Wheaton, Kansas, the fourth of seven children born to Louis W. and Esther Force Henneberg. &nbsp;She attended Wheaton schools and graduated from Wheaton High School in 1943.Vera married Orville Marten on February 4, 1945, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Duluth. &nbsp;They spent most of their married life on the Marten family farm northeast of Wheaton. &nbsp;While Orville was in the Navy, they were stationed in California. &nbsp;Despite war time circumstances, they made lifelong friends and had pleasant memories of that time in their young lives.Vera helped with the farm operation and did the bookkeeping for the farm and Marten Surge Service. &nbsp; She also did bookkeeping for the Rural Water District and worked for the Wheaton Mercantile on a part-time basis for a number of years. &nbsp;Vera was an active member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton for nearly 70 years. &nbsp;Among other activities; she taught Sunday and Vacation Bible School, and held various offices in the Lutheran Women’s League.Vera had a life-long interest in and an unfailing memory of family history. &nbsp;She documented the lives and life stories of multiple generations of both the Henneberg and Marten families. &nbsp;Vera had a similar interest in and knowledge of Wheaton community history. &nbsp;For a large portion of her adult life, Vera made daily journal entries documenting ordinary and not so ordinary daily events. &nbsp;She was a prolific letter writer, corresponding regularly with relatives and friends around the country. &nbsp;Vera was a good cook. &nbsp;Her fried chicken, angel food cake and cinnamon rolls were especially enjoyed by her family. &nbsp;She will be missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.Vera is survived by her four children; Ruth Scott (Mel, Topeka, Jo Schick (Lee, Topeka, Lynn Marten (Marsha, Lenexa, and Paula Garcia (Richard, Lincoln, Nebraska; two siblings, Milton Henneberg, Manhattan, and Eva Brunkow, Topeka; ten grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Orville, on August 20, 2004, and four siblings, Fay Wirt, Mary Smith, Dean Henneberg, and Francis Welch.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, January 3, 2020, at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton. &nbsp;Reverend Terry DeGiovanni will be officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Wheaton Congregational Cemetery. &nbsp; The family will greet friends on Thursday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Campanella-Evans Mortuary in Wamego. &nbsp;A prayer service will be held at 7:00 pm. &nbsp;Vera will lie-in-state on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. &nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to the Wheaton Congregational Cemetery, and those may be sent in care of Campanella-Evans Mortuary.&nbsp;

Vera H. Marten

Charles W. “Bill” Gfeller of rural Junction City passed away on December 30, 2019 at Valley View Senior Life Center at the age of 90 years.  

Bill was born January 18, 1929 to Roy W. and Mary (Johnston) Gfeller, in Junction City, KS. He attended Walla Walla Grade School in Geary County, then graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1947. He belonged to Blueline 4-H Club for 10 years and it was there that he became interested in the electrical projects and REA that was new in the area. He gave many talks about “Reddy Kilowatt” and the importance of electricity on the farm. He also worked for Geary County Soil Conservation plotting out terrace and waterways.

He married Virginia Peterson on March 15, 1953 and they began their home west of Junction City. It was there that they raised their four children, Doug, Ronald, Ruth and Beth Gfeller.

Bill and his dad owned a Grade A dairy and they also had a farm repair shop. Later he established the Gfeller Farm Service which sold animal waterers, repaired pumps and water lines and also provided electrical work to nearby farms. He belonged to St. John’s UCC of Alida, later known as Alida Cooperative Parish. He served several years on the DS&amp;O electric board and was a lifetime member of what is currently known as Agri Trails.

There was nothing he could not repair, be it a tool, toy, small appliance or machinery in the field with his great know how and set of tools.

Bill loved country music. He had a large collection of CDs of country singers that he enjoyed listening to on the surround sound that he installed in his living room.

Travel was not important to him, but home and family were number one.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary Gfeller; a son, Doug Gfeller; a grandson, Caleb Marker; and a sister, Virginia Zumbrunn.

His family includes, Ronald and Linnie Gfeller, Junction City; Ruth and Kevin Compton, Hiawatha; Beth and Mike Marker, Dexter; and Debbie (Gfeller) and Glenn Shank of Abilene. Grandchildren and their families include, Erik and Rachel Gfeller, Isaac, Caroline and Abigail; Anna and Eric Douglass, Zachariah, Nathaniel, Joseph and Caitlyn; Mikael and Stephanie Gfeller, Clayton and Allie; Ashley and Jerod Junghans, Jackson and Kyla; Brooke and Clint Junghans and Caden; Jenna and Riley Sorell, Cope and Kendall; Jill and Isaac Carr and Emily; Tyler and Ashley Marker, Ellie and Blake, Nathan and Kelsey Marker and Arleigh; Joel Marker and Hannah Marker; his brother, Gary Gfeller and his wife Marge from Chapman and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a visitation on Friday, January 3, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Zion UCC, 1811 McFarland Road in Junction City, KS. A private burial will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2020 and a Celebration of Life service for family and friends at 2:00 pm which will be at Zion UCC. Memorial gifts may be given to Geary County 4-H Foundation or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Londeen Funeral Home, Chapman, KS.

Charles W. “Bill” Gfeller of rural Junction City passed away on December 30, 2019 at Valley View Senior Life Center at the age of 90 years. Bill was born January 18, 1929 to Roy W. and Mary (Johnston) Gfeller, in Junction City, KS. He attended Walla Walla Grade School in Geary County, then graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1947. He belonged to Blueline 4-H Club for 10 years and it was there that he became interested in the electrical projects and REA that was new in the area. He gave many talks about “Reddy Kilowatt” and the importance of electricity on the farm. He also worked for Geary County Soil Conservation plotting out terrace and waterways.He married Virginia Peterson on March 15, 1953 and they began their home west of Junction City. It was there that they raised their four children, Doug, Ronald, Ruth and Beth Gfeller.Bill and his dad owned a Grade A dairy and they also had a farm repair shop. Later he established the Gfeller Farm Service which sold animal waterers, repaired pumps and water lines and also provided electrical work to nearby farms. He belonged to St. John’s UCC of Alida, later known as Alida Cooperative Parish. He served several years on the DS&amp;O electric board and was a lifetime member of what is currently known as Agri Trails.There was nothing he could not repair, be it a tool, toy, small appliance or machinery in the field with his great know how and set of tools.Bill loved country music. He had a large collection of CDs of country singers that he enjoyed listening to on the surround sound that he installed in his living room.Travel was not important to him, but home and family were number one.He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary Gfeller; a son, Doug Gfeller; a grandson, Caleb Marker; and a sister, Virginia Zumbrunn.His family includes, Ronald and Linnie Gfeller, Junction City; Ruth and Kevin Compton, Hiawatha; Beth and Mike Marker, Dexter; and Debbie (Gfeller) and Glenn Shank of Abilene. Grandchildren and their families include, Erik and Rachel Gfeller, Isaac, Caroline and Abigail; Anna and Eric Douglass, Zachariah, Nathaniel, Joseph and Caitlyn; Mikael and Stephanie Gfeller, Clayton and Allie; Ashley and Jerod Junghans, Jackson and Kyla; Brooke and Clint Junghans and Caden; Jenna and Riley Sorell, Cope and Kendall; Jill and Isaac Carr and Emily; Tyler and Ashley Marker, Ellie and Blake, Nathan and Kelsey Marker and Arleigh; Joel Marker and Hannah Marker; his brother, Gary Gfeller and his wife Marge from Chapman and many nieces and nephews.There will be a visitation on Friday, January 3, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Zion UCC, 1811 McFarland Road in Junction City, KS. A private burial will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2020 and a Celebration of Life service for family and friends at 2:00 pm which will be at Zion UCC. Memorial gifts may be given to Geary County 4-H Foundation or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Londeen Funeral Home, Chapman, KS.

Charles W. “Bill” Gfeller

Rodney Johnson, age 67, of Riley, KS passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019 in Topeka.

Rodney Johnson, Riley, KS passed away on December 19, 2019, at the age of 67, at Stormont-Vail Health, Topeka, KS.

Rodney was born July 3, 1952, in Hays, KS, to George and Gladys 
(Gallison) Johnson. He attended school in Ellis and joined the Navy a 
few months before graduation. Rodney furthered his education in the Navy
 receiving his GED. Rodney served for three years aboard the USS Truckee
 (AO-147, a Neosho-class fleet oiler of the United States Navy. Upon 
return from the military, Rodney worked in the oil fields then worked 
for the City of Manhattan, Manhattan, KS, in Parks and Recreation for 26
 years.

On April 4, 1981, he married Leana Rae Ebbert; they were together for 45 years and celebrated 38 years of marriage.

Rodney enjoyed hunting at Hamit Deer Camp, fishing, drones, 
motorcycle riding, knife making, flying kites, cook-offs, camping at 
Milford Lake, sunrises, sunsets and enjoying time antiquing with Leana.

Rodney is survived by his wife Leana; his mother Gladys; brothers, 
Randy Johnson (Rose) Ellis, Ronald Johnson (Lauree) Ellis; sister Rhonda
 (Monte) McKenzie, Minden, IA; brother-in-laws Kerry (Jolene) Ebbert, 
Ponca City, OK, Daryl (Peg) Ebbert, Liberty, MO; sister-in-law Monica 
Ebbert; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Rodney was preceded in death by his Father, nephew Jarrett Lee Johnson, and brother-in-law Kim Ebbert.

Visitation will be Friday, December 27, 2019, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Funeral Service will follow at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney at 1:30 PM, with burial to follow in the WaKeeney City Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the City of Manhattan, Parks,
 and Recreation. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 
12th, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

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 </figure>Rodney Johnson, age 67, of Riley, KS passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019 in Topeka.Rodney Johnson, Riley, KS passed away on December 19, 2019, at the age of 67, at Stormont-Vail Health, Topeka, KS.Rodney was born July 3, 1952, in Hays, KS, to George and Gladys 
(Gallison) Johnson. He attended school in Ellis and joined the Navy a 
few months before graduation. Rodney furthered his education in the Navy
 receiving his GED. Rodney served for three years aboard the USS Truckee
 (AO-147, a Neosho-class fleet oiler of the United States Navy. Upon 
return from the military, Rodney worked in the oil fields then worked 
for the City of Manhattan, Manhattan, KS, in Parks and Recreation for 26
 years.On April 4, 1981, he married Leana Rae Ebbert; they were together for 45 years and celebrated 38 years of marriage.Rodney enjoyed hunting at Hamit Deer Camp, fishing, drones, 
motorcycle riding, knife making, flying kites, cook-offs, camping at 
Milford Lake, sunrises, sunsets and enjoying time antiquing with Leana.Rodney is survived by his wife Leana; his mother Gladys; brothers, 
Randy Johnson (Rose) Ellis, Ronald Johnson (Lauree) Ellis; sister Rhonda
 (Monte) McKenzie, Minden, IA; brother-in-laws Kerry (Jolene) Ebbert, 
Ponca City, OK, Daryl (Peg) Ebbert, Liberty, MO; sister-in-law Monica 
Ebbert; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.Rodney was preceded in death by his Father, nephew Jarrett Lee Johnson, and brother-in-law Kim Ebbert.Visitation will be Friday, December 27, 2019, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.Funeral Service will follow at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney at 1:30 PM, with burial to follow in the WaKeeney City Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to the City of Manhattan, Parks,
 and Recreation. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 
12th, WaKeeney, KS 67672.Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Rodney Johnson

Bertha Otillia Whatley Robinson, age 55, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 18, 2019, at Hospice Ministry in Ridgeland, Mississippi from Cancer.

 She was born January 5, 1964 in Nuremburg Germany. She worked in the cosmetology, retail, and banking businesses.&nbsp; She resided in Jackson, Mississippi. She will be remembered as a beautiful, vibrant, and funny lady. She will be greatly missed and there are no words to describe the void that this loss has placed on her family.

She is survived by her husband, Lee Robinson of Jackson, MS, her son Kennith Rachard Johnson (Rebecca) of Wichita Falls, TX, her daughter Kiara Dallas of Dallas, TX, her parents Lawrence and Wilhelmine (Minnie) Whatley of Junction City KS, her brother Heinz Whatley (Wanda) of Warner Robins, GA, her sister Cindy Mayer of Neuburg, Germany and her brother Lawrence (Larry) Whatley II (Lorrie) of Junction City KS.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandchildren Jamarion, Asia, Sh’Niya, Kennith 3rd (KJ, Halo, and Karter along with several nieces and nephews.

 Viewing and services will be held at Johnson Funeral Chapel, 203 N Washington St, Junction City, KS 66441 on January 4, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. and she will be buried at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Rd, Manhattan, KS 66503 on January 6, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

Bertha Otillia Whatley Robinson, age 55, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 18, 2019, at Hospice Ministry in Ridgeland, Mississippi from Cancer. She was born January 5, 1964 in Nuremburg Germany. She worked in the cosmetology, retail, and banking businesses.&nbsp; She resided in Jackson, Mississippi. She will be remembered as a beautiful, vibrant, and funny lady. She will be greatly missed and there are no words to describe the void that this loss has placed on her family.She is survived by her husband, Lee Robinson of Jackson, MS, her son Kennith Rachard Johnson (Rebecca) of Wichita Falls, TX, her daughter Kiara Dallas of Dallas, TX, her parents Lawrence and Wilhelmine (Minnie) Whatley of Junction City KS, her brother Heinz Whatley (Wanda) of Warner Robins, GA, her sister Cindy Mayer of Neuburg, Germany and her brother Lawrence (Larry) Whatley II (Lorrie) of Junction City KS.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandchildren Jamarion, Asia, Sh’Niya, Kennith 3rd (KJ, Halo, and Karter along with several nieces and nephews. Viewing and services will be held at Johnson Funeral Chapel, 203 N Washington St, Junction City, KS 66441 on January 4, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. and she will be buried at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery, 5181 Wildcat Creek Rd, Manhattan, KS 66503 on January 6, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

Bertha Otillia Whatley Robinson

Charles (Bob) Eugene Kincaid, Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at his home in Boulder, Colorado.

He was born June 23, 1942 in Ft. Riley, Kansas, the son of Charles (Bob) E. Kincaid, Sr. and Amanda J. Ingram Kincaid. They preceded him in death.

Bob attended Green elementary and junior high school at various times and graduated in the Class of 1960 from Green Rural High School. Bob always denied that he had anything to do with the fact that the Class of 1960 was the last class to graduate from Green Rural High School. Bob moved many times depending on his father’s military assignments but he would always claim Green, Kansas as his hometown.

Bob attended Kansas State University for 2 ½ years and then joined the Army in 1963. He served with C Company, 1st Bn., 7th Cavalry in Vietnam from 1965 to 1966 and retired from the Army as a Staff Sgt. He was awarded the Purple Heart for being wounded while serving in Vietnam in 1966. He resumed his education and graduated from George Washington University, Washington, D.C. in 1969.

Bob was a Certified Public Accountant and worked in various government, oil and technology companies in Washington D.C., Kansas and Colorado. Bob was a member of the Colorado Society of CPAs, a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the 1st Cavalry Division Association and the 7th Cavalry Association. He was very active and supportive of the military reunions of the C Company, 1st Bn., U.S. Cavalry.

He will be remembered for valuing his family and friends above all else. He enjoyed reading, spending time with family and friends, tailgating at University of Colorado football games, happy hours, weekly lunches with the guys and Thursday nights at the Dark Horse. He had many wonderful memories of growing up in Green, Kansas and attending reunions with his Vietnam buddies.

Bob is survived by all his family and friends who had the honor and privilege of his thoughtful and caring friendship. Bob had a great sense of humor and never missed anyone’s birthday. He was a true and forever friend who will be remembered fondly by many.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 2, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 3. 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. He will be buried in the Green Cemetery with Military Honors next to his parents.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at The World Famous Dark Horse Bar and Grill from 5:00 until 7:00 pm on Thursday, January 9, 2020 in Boulder, Colorado.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in Bob’s honor to the IA DRANG SCHOLARSHIP FUND, c/o 1st CAVALRY DIVISION ASSOCIATION, 302 North Main St., Copperas Cove, Texas  76522-1533 or a charity of your choosing.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may also be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Charles (Bob) Eugene Kincaid, Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at his home in Boulder, Colorado.He was born June 23, 1942 in Ft. Riley, Kansas, the son of Charles (Bob) E. Kincaid, Sr. and Amanda J. Ingram Kincaid. They preceded him in death.Bob attended Green elementary and junior high school at various times and graduated in the Class of 1960 from Green Rural High School. Bob always denied that he had anything to do with the fact that the Class of 1960 was the last class to graduate from Green Rural High School. Bob moved many times depending on his father’s military assignments but he would always claim Green, Kansas as his hometown.Bob attended Kansas State University for 2 ½ years and then joined the Army in 1963. He served with C Company, 1st Bn., 7th Cavalry in Vietnam from 1965 to 1966 and retired from the Army as a Staff Sgt. He was awarded the Purple Heart for being wounded while serving in Vietnam in 1966. He resumed his education and graduated from George Washington University, Washington, D.C. in 1969.Bob was a Certified Public Accountant and worked in various government, oil and technology companies in Washington D.C., Kansas and Colorado. Bob was a member of the Colorado Society of CPAs, a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the 1st Cavalry Division Association and the 7th Cavalry Association. He was very active and supportive of the military reunions of the C Company, 1st Bn., U.S. Cavalry.He will be remembered for valuing his family and friends above all else. He enjoyed reading, spending time with family and friends, tailgating at University of Colorado football games, happy hours, weekly lunches with the guys and Thursday nights at the Dark Horse. He had many wonderful memories of growing up in Green, Kansas and attending reunions with his Vietnam buddies.Bob is survived by all his family and friends who had the honor and privilege of his thoughtful and caring friendship. Bob had a great sense of humor and never missed anyone’s birthday. He was a true and forever friend who will be remembered fondly by many.The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 2, 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 3. 2020 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. He will be buried in the Green Cemetery with Military Honors next to his parents.A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at The World Famous Dark Horse Bar and Grill from 5:00 until 7:00 pm on Thursday, January 9, 2020 in Boulder, Colorado.In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in Bob’s honor to the IA DRANG SCHOLARSHIP FUND, c/o 1st CAVALRY DIVISION ASSOCIATION, 302 North Main St., Copperas Cove, Texas 76522-1533 or a charity of your choosing.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may also be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Charles (Bob) Eugene Kincaid, Jr. 

Gladys E. Bradberry, 85, passed away Saturday, December 28th, in Abilene.

 She was born June 14, 1934 in Cleveland, Ohio. Growing up in Cleveland Gladys attended local schools and graduated from high school. June 13, 1977 she was married to Richard L. Bradberry in Parisburg, Virginia. In 1978 they moved to Abilene to make their Home. He preceded her in death August 6, 2013. Gladys was also preceded in death by her parents and three brothers.

She is survived by: daughter, Stacy (Don) Raab of Abilene; twin sons, Ed (Jennifer) Ward of Abilene, Gene (Christy) Ward of Liberal; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

 The family will receive friends 5:30 - 6:30 PM Monday, December 30th at the Danner Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 31st at the Danner Funeral Home with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will take place at a later date.

 The family suggests memorial contributions in her name be made to the Gladys Bradberry Memorial Fund to be designated later. They may be left at or sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Gladys E. Bradberry, 85, passed away Saturday, December 28th, in Abilene. She was born June 14, 1934 in Cleveland, Ohio. Growing up in Cleveland Gladys attended local schools and graduated from high school. June 13, 1977 she was married to Richard L. Bradberry in Parisburg, Virginia. In 1978 they moved to Abilene to make their Home. He preceded her in death August 6, 2013. Gladys was also preceded in death by her parents and three brothers.She is survived by: daughter, Stacy (Don) Raab of Abilene; twin sons, Ed (Jennifer) Ward of Abilene, Gene (Christy) Ward of Liberal; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends 5:30 - 6:30 PM Monday, December 30th at the Danner Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 31st at the Danner Funeral Home with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will take place at a later date. The family suggests memorial contributions in her name be made to the Gladys Bradberry Memorial Fund to be designated later. They may be left at or sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Gladys E. Bradberry



Joan Louise Jump, age 81, of Manhattan, died December 27, 2019, at her residence.

She was born January 14, 1938, in Irving, Kansas, the daughter of John William and Catherine Gertrude (Erichsen) Holgerson. She grew up in Irving, Kansas, where she attended the local schools and graduated from Irving High School in 1956. She attended Emporia State Teacher’s College in Emporia.

Joan was a member of the Irving Rainbow for Girls and a former member of Order of Eastern Star.

She enjoyed crocheting, coin collecting, and listing to her player piano in her living room. She was devoted to her family and friends and loved spending time with them, talking on the phone, and was known for sending a card for every birthday, anniversary and Christmas.

Joan was married to Waldo Jump on August 7, 1960. They later divorced.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Alan S. Jump on November 1, 2012, and by her sister Barbara McMillan.

Survivors include her son Brad Jump of Manhattan; two granddaughters Rebeckah and Jesikka; and a large extended family.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 3, 2020, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Thursday, January 2nd, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.



Joan Louise Jump, age 81, of Manhattan, died December 27, 2019, at her residence.She was born January 14, 1938, in Irving, Kansas, the daughter of John William and Catherine Gertrude (Erichsen) Holgerson. She grew up in Irving, Kansas, where she attended the local schools and graduated from Irving High School in 1956. She attended Emporia State Teacher’s College in Emporia.Joan was a member of the Irving Rainbow for Girls and a former member of Order of Eastern Star.She enjoyed crocheting, coin collecting, and listing to her player piano in her living room. She was devoted to her family and friends and loved spending time with them, talking on the phone, and was known for sending a card for every birthday, anniversary and Christmas.Joan was married to Waldo Jump on August 7, 1960. They later divorced.She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Alan S. Jump on November 1, 2012, and by her sister Barbara McMillan.Survivors include her son Brad Jump of Manhattan; two granddaughters Rebeckah and Jesikka; and a large extended family.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 3, 2020, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. Thursday, January 2nd, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Joan Louise Jump

Glenn Arden Wright, age 77, of Manhattan, died December 25, 2019 at the Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.

He was born on November 23, 1942 in Tonganoxie, Kansas the son of Glenn R. and Griselda D (Fortune) Wright. Glenn grew up in Lucas, Kansas and graduated from Lucas High School with the class of 1961.

After he graduated, he joined the United States Air Force. He served for 20 years until his retirement. Glenn then worked as a security guard for ALCO in Abilene.

He was a member of the American Legion. Glenn also was an auto mechanic and loved to work on old cars. He enjoyed watching TV shows and good movies.

Glenn was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Bradford G. Blaker.

He is survived by his son Dennis Wright and his sister, E’Lynn Sue Wright-Blaker both of Manhattan.

Graveside services will be held at a later date at the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, with full military honors.

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



Glenn Arden Wright, age 77, of Manhattan, died December 25, 2019 at the Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.He was born on November 23, 1942 in Tonganoxie, Kansas the son of Glenn R. and Griselda D (Fortune) Wright. Glenn grew up in Lucas, Kansas and graduated from Lucas High School with the class of 1961.After he graduated, he joined the United States Air Force. He served for 20 years until his retirement. Glenn then worked as a security guard for ALCO in Abilene.He was a member of the American Legion. Glenn also was an auto mechanic and loved to work on old cars. He enjoyed watching TV shows and good movies.Glenn was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Bradford G. Blaker.He is survived by his son Dennis Wright and his sister, E’Lynn Sue Wright-Blaker both of Manhattan.Graveside services will be held at a later date at the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, with full military honors.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Glenn Arden Wright



Leota N. Rader, age 93, of Manhattan, died December 24, 2019, at her residence.

She was born October 5, 1926, in Keytesville, Missouri, the daughter of Harold Council and Emma A. (Wilhoit) Newsom.

Leota graduated from high school in Lexington, Missouri.

She was married to George Rader, Jr. on November 8, 1946, in Olathe, Kansas. Mr. Rader preceded her in death on March 12, 2015.

Leota was the manager for the family business Rader Construction.

She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, LaSertoma, Quarter Horse Association, and United Commercial Travelers. She was active in the Riley County Republican Women organization and was honored as Republican of the Year.

Leota enjoyed traveling, attending KSU athletics and her granddaughter’s activities.

Survivors include her son, George “Bo” Rader, III and his wife Sandra, of Wichita, Kansas; and two granddaughters: Alexandra A. Rader and Mikeala A. Rader and her fiancé Josh Bisges.

Leota was also preceded in death by two daughters: Rochelle Lee Rader and Christa Layne Rader; one brother and sister in law Vernon Newsom and his wife Lorene; and two sisters: Wilma Schloman and Lauvah A Gould.

Cremation is planned with graveside services to be held at at later date in Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, with Reverend Amy Bowers officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.



Leota N. Rader, age 93, of Manhattan, died December 24, 2019, at her residence.She was born October 5, 1926, in Keytesville, Missouri, the daughter of Harold Council and Emma A. (Wilhoit) Newsom.Leota graduated from high school in Lexington, Missouri.She was married to George Rader, Jr. on November 8, 1946, in Olathe, Kansas. Mr. Rader preceded her in death on March 12, 2015.Leota was the manager for the family business Rader Construction.She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, LaSertoma, Quarter Horse Association, and United Commercial Travelers. She was active in the Riley County Republican Women organization and was honored as Republican of the Year.Leota enjoyed traveling, attending KSU athletics and her granddaughter’s activities.Survivors include her son, George “Bo” Rader, III and his wife Sandra, of Wichita, Kansas; and two granddaughters: Alexandra A. Rader and Mikeala A. Rader and her fiancé Josh Bisges.Leota was also preceded in death by two daughters: Rochelle Lee Rader and Christa Layne Rader; one brother and sister in law Vernon Newsom and his wife Lorene; and two sisters: Wilma Schloman and Lauvah A Gould.Cremation is planned with graveside services to be held at at later date in Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, with Reverend Amy Bowers officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Leota N. Rader

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 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.

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