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

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

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



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

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



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

John Dallas "J.D." Gantenbein



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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



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

Verleen J. Byrn,

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

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

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

Arnold W. Trumpp



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

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



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

Duane Kent Beltz

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

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

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

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

Edna (Eddie) Morris

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Delora Mae Alvarez



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wilma (Pollett) Self 



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

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

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

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

Carol L. Swisher

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vivian L. Detrich



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

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

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

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

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



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

Suzanne Cole - 1918 - 2020

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



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

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

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

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



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

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



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



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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Marilyn Lou Meyer

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

He was born on August 16, 1931.

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

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



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

He was born on August 16, 1931.

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

Richard Shaw



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Elizabeth Ann Lee



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

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

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

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

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

Kathleen Steiner



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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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



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

Lloyd K. Verhage

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

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

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

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

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

  Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.  

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

Terry Alan Janzen

Victoria's life began on July 2, 1952, in Florence.  She is the daughter of Donald Niles Depler and Wavo Marie (Dover) Depler.  Victoria was a 1970 graduate of Florence High School.  She married the love of her life Mike Box, on June 1, 1974, in Florence.  Victoria retired from Marion Elementary School after a decade of service and she had also worked for the meat locker and the old funeral home in Florence.  She was a Boy Scout and Girl Scout Leader for her children for 13 years.  Family was the most important thing to Victoria and she loved family getting together anytime they could.  She was a talented cake decorator and especially enjoyed making her grandchildren's birthday cakes.  One of her dearest family traditions was the family pilgrimage, started by her father to the Kansas State Fair and packing a fried chicken lunch to enjoy with her children and extended family.  This loving family she cared so deeply for includes her husband of 45 years Mike Box of Florence; children Donna (Jeff) Raderstorf of Norwich, CT, Mike (Nicole) Box of Salina, and Joe (Sharon) Box of Florence; grandchildren Dalton (Colleen) Raderstorf, Michael Raderstorf, Hunter (Kelsi) Box, Kadyn Box, Annie Box, Emma Box, Gracie Mackey, Ella Mackey-Box, Ava Box, Kaylie Box; great-grandchildren Rhyanne Box, Skylar Box and Baby Mac Box; siblings Garry Depler, Ricky (Linda) Depler, Linda (Charlie) Fisher, and Daniel Depler; sister in law Linda M. Depler and several nieces and nephews.  Victoria passed away on January 24, 2020, at Peabody Health and Rehab.  She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Harvey Depler.  Her family will gather with friends on Friday, January 31, 2020, at 11 a.m. for her memorial service at the Florence Christian Church led by Rev. Steve Hysom.  Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family.  Memorial contributions in Victoria's name may be directed to the Florence Christian Church Youth Group.&nbsp;

Victoria's life began on July 2, 1952, in Florence. She is the daughter of Donald Niles Depler and Wavo Marie (Dover) Depler. Victoria was a 1970 graduate of Florence High School. She married the love of her life Mike Box, on June 1, 1974, in Florence. Victoria retired from Marion Elementary School after a decade of service and she had also worked for the meat locker and the old funeral home in Florence. She was a Boy Scout and Girl Scout Leader for her children for 13 years. Family was the most important thing to Victoria and she loved family getting together anytime they could. She was a talented cake decorator and especially enjoyed making her grandchildren's birthday cakes. One of her dearest family traditions was the family pilgrimage, started by her father to the Kansas State Fair and packing a fried chicken lunch to enjoy with her children and extended family. This loving family she cared so deeply for includes her husband of 45 years Mike Box of Florence; children Donna (Jeff) Raderstorf of Norwich, CT, Mike (Nicole) Box of Salina, and Joe (Sharon) Box of Florence; grandchildren Dalton (Colleen) Raderstorf, Michael Raderstorf, Hunter (Kelsi) Box, Kadyn Box, Annie Box, Emma Box, Gracie Mackey, Ella Mackey-Box, Ava Box, Kaylie Box; great-grandchildren Rhyanne Box, Skylar Box and Baby Mac Box; siblings Garry Depler, Ricky (Linda) Depler, Linda (Charlie) Fisher, and Daniel Depler; sister in law Linda M. Depler and several nieces and nephews. Victoria passed away on January 24, 2020, at Peabody Health and Rehab. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Harvey Depler. Her family will gather with friends on Friday, January 31, 2020, at 11 a.m. for her memorial service at the Florence Christian Church led by Rev. Steve Hysom. Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Victoria's name may be directed to the Florence Christian Church Youth Group.&nbsp;

Victoria Sue (Depler) Box July 2, 1952 ~ January 24, 2020 (age 67)

Marvin D. Mills of Chapman, age 85 years, passed away January 24, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital, Junction City, KS

He was born to Otto and Cora (Apperson) Mills on September 13, 1934 at their family home in Detroit, KS. He grew up on the family farm with his two brothers and one sister. Marvin attended grade school at Enterprise, Kansas until the family moved to the Chapman area in 1944. He then attended Chapman Grade School and High School, graduating from Dickinson County High School in 1952.

He worked on the family farm and like his siblings, he learned to work hard. There was little time for games but there was time for family.

On August 9, 1959, he married Geraldine Taylor at the United Methodist Church in Junction City, Kansas. This marriage was a true partnership. They worked together in the fields and raised cattle for over 30 years until retiring in 1996. They were always there for each other in everything they did.

Marvin always had time to serve his community. He served on various boards throughout the years including the Co-op; Farm Bureau; Central Kansas Free Fair; Rural Fire Board; County Zoning Board; Zoning Board of Appeals; Chapman Valley Manor Care Home. He was a member of the School Alumni Association, and became a Bank Director at Chapman State Bank. He was a Church Trustee and served as Board President at the Chapman United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Chapman Lions Club.

He was honored as County Farm Bureau Man Leader in 1969 and his family was honored as Farm Family of the Year by the American Legion in 1989.

Marvin is survived by his wife of 60 years, Geraldine “Gerry”; brother, Lee Mills; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Wayne Mills and sister, Illene Ansberry.

Visitation will be Tuesday, January 28 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 29 at 10:00 a.m. both at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran, Chapman, KS, Pastors Connie Wooldridge and Kenneth Trickle officiating. Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Enterprise, KS following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Chapman United Methodist Church or Dickinson County Home Health &amp; Hospice in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

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 </figure>Marvin D. Mills of Chapman, age 85 years, passed away January 24, 2020 at Geary Community Hospital, Junction City, KSHe was born to Otto and Cora (Apperson) Mills on September 13, 1934 at their family home in Detroit, KS. He grew up on the family farm with his two brothers and one sister. Marvin attended grade school at Enterprise, Kansas until the family moved to the Chapman area in 1944. He then attended Chapman Grade School and High School, graduating from Dickinson County High School in 1952.He worked on the family farm and like his siblings, he learned to work hard. There was little time for games but there was time for family.On August 9, 1959, he married Geraldine Taylor at the United Methodist Church in Junction City, Kansas. This marriage was a true partnership. They worked together in the fields and raised cattle for over 30 years until retiring in 1996. They were always there for each other in everything they did.Marvin always had time to serve his community. He served on various boards throughout the years including the Co-op; Farm Bureau; Central Kansas Free Fair; Rural Fire Board; County Zoning Board; Zoning Board of Appeals; Chapman Valley Manor Care Home. He was a member of the School Alumni Association, and became a Bank Director at Chapman State Bank. He was a Church Trustee and served as Board President at the Chapman United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Chapman Lions Club.He was honored as County Farm Bureau Man Leader in 1969 and his family was honored as Farm Family of the Year by the American Legion in 1989.Marvin is survived by his wife of 60 years, Geraldine “Gerry”; brother, Lee Mills; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Wayne Mills and sister, Illene Ansberry.Visitation will be Tuesday, January 28 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 29 at 10:00 a.m. both at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran, Chapman, KS, Pastors Connie Wooldridge and Kenneth Trickle officiating. Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Enterprise, KS following the service.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Chapman United Methodist Church or Dickinson County Home Health &amp; Hospice in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Marvin D. Mills



Gayla Dee Kidd, of White City, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Stoneybrook Health and Rehab, Manhattan, Kansas.

Gayla was born on August 13, 1933 in Riley, Kansas, to Arthur Owen and Edna (Larson) Parry.

Her childhood began on the farmstead just west of Riley, Kansas where she, her birth twin Galen, and her oldest sister Delores were raised. She went to a country one room school house up until 7th grade and graduated from Riley Rural High School in 1953. She married Charley Mac Kidd on October 10, 1953 at Riley.

Gayla was a hard-working farmer’s wife and lived at Milford on the farm until the Milford Dam Reservation went in 1965. She then moved to a farm three and half miles North of White City, Kansas, for the remainder of her years.

Gayla was Baptist and a member of the Parkerville Baptist Church in Parkerville, Kansas, for 43 years. She attended the Parkerville Ladies Aid and White City Wednesday Bible Study groups. She enjoyed helping out on the dairy farm, reading and studying the bible, bicycling, and had a love and passion for German shepherd dogs. Gayla enjoyed her “girls’ adventure trips”, and spending time with her daughters and granddaughters. She cherished family dearly. She always thought the world of her grandchildren and loved to decorate her walls with photos of her family. Above all, Gayla was a dedicated Christian, loving wife, caring mother, adoring grandmother, admiring great-grandmother and beloved friend.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Edna Parry, her sister Delores Kunze, her twin brother Galen Parry, and her son Ronald Kidd.

Survivors include her loving family: two daughters, Charlene (Darrell) Davis and Loraine (Lynn) Wey both of White City, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Corey Davis, Jacob Davis, Clayton V. Kidd, Clinton Kidd, Caleb Kidd, Ashley Davidson, and Lindsey Fairbanks; eleven great grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 at the Milford Cemetery 3901 Milford Cemetery Road Milford, KS Tuesday, January 28, 2020, with Pastor Steve Strom officiating. A visitation will be held 5-7:00 p.m. Monday, January 27, 2020, at the Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home 805 Caroline Ave. Junction City, KS.

Memorials donations are suggested to be given to the Parkerville Baptist Church in care of Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home.



Gayla Dee Kidd, of White City, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Stoneybrook Health and Rehab, Manhattan, Kansas.Gayla was born on August 13, 1933 in Riley, Kansas, to Arthur Owen and Edna (Larson) Parry.Her childhood began on the farmstead just west of Riley, Kansas where she, her birth twin Galen, and her oldest sister Delores were raised. She went to a country one room school house up until 7th grade and graduated from Riley Rural High School in 1953. She married Charley Mac Kidd on October 10, 1953 at Riley.Gayla was a hard-working farmer’s wife and lived at Milford on the farm until the Milford Dam Reservation went in 1965. She then moved to a farm three and half miles North of White City, Kansas, for the remainder of her years.Gayla was Baptist and a member of the Parkerville Baptist Church in Parkerville, Kansas, for 43 years. She attended the Parkerville Ladies Aid and White City Wednesday Bible Study groups. She enjoyed helping out on the dairy farm, reading and studying the bible, bicycling, and had a love and passion for German shepherd dogs. Gayla enjoyed her “girls’ adventure trips”, and spending time with her daughters and granddaughters. She cherished family dearly. She always thought the world of her grandchildren and loved to decorate her walls with photos of her family. Above all, Gayla was a dedicated Christian, loving wife, caring mother, adoring grandmother, admiring great-grandmother and beloved friend.She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Edna Parry, her sister Delores Kunze, her twin brother Galen Parry, and her son Ronald Kidd.Survivors include her loving family: two daughters, Charlene (Darrell) Davis and Loraine (Lynn) Wey both of White City, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Corey Davis, Jacob Davis, Clayton V. Kidd, Clinton Kidd, Caleb Kidd, Ashley Davidson, and Lindsey Fairbanks; eleven great grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends.Graveside services will be held at 1:30 at the Milford Cemetery 3901 Milford Cemetery Road Milford, KS Tuesday, January 28, 2020, with Pastor Steve Strom officiating. A visitation will be held 5-7:00 p.m. Monday, January 27, 2020, at the Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home 805 Caroline Ave. Junction City, KS.Memorials donations are suggested to be given to the Parkerville Baptist Church in care of Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home.

Gayla Dee Kidd



Dixie Everson, age 94, of Manhattan, died Monday January 20, 2020, at the Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.

Dixie was born on July 20, 1925, the daughter of Jessie L. and William Worrel in Manhattan, Kansas. She was raised in the Zeandale community east of Manhattan and lived there for 81 years. She then moved to Manhattan to a retirement community.

She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, the United Methodist Church Women’s Association, a lifetime member of the VFW and a member of the American Legion in Manhattan. Dixie also was a member of the Riley County Seniors’ Service Center, a former 4-H leader and a member of the Merry Matron Club.

She was a housewife and worked for the Manhattan Medical Center for many years, and also the Learning Resource Network, and several other places of business. Dixie was a volunteer for Ring-A-Day Service and volunteered at several home care places.

On March 16, 1947 she was united in marriage to Everett W. Everson. To this union were born two children, Everett Kay Everson(Rita) and Connie Marie Brown (Kent). In addition to her children she also survived by her six grandchildren: Tim Everson, Monty Everson, Amanda Norman, Melanie Warren, Lesley Brown, and Heather Reynolds; her five great-grandchildren and three step great-grandchildren and one step great-great grandchild.

Her husband Everett preceded her in death on February 18, 1983. She also was preceded in death by her sister Murna Stang.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday January 29, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan. Interment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan.

The family will greet friends during a visitation from 1:00 p.m. until service time on Wednesday January 29, 2020 at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions are suggested in memory of Dixie to the First United Methodist Church or to Homecare and Hospice INC. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.



Dixie Everson, age 94, of Manhattan, died Monday January 20, 2020, at the Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.Dixie was born on July 20, 1925, the daughter of Jessie L. and William Worrel in Manhattan, Kansas. She was raised in the Zeandale community east of Manhattan and lived there for 81 years. She then moved to Manhattan to a retirement community.She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, the United Methodist Church Women’s Association, a lifetime member of the VFW and a member of the American Legion in Manhattan. Dixie also was a member of the Riley County Seniors’ Service Center, a former 4-H leader and a member of the Merry Matron Club.She was a housewife and worked for the Manhattan Medical Center for many years, and also the Learning Resource Network, and several other places of business. Dixie was a volunteer for Ring-A-Day Service and volunteered at several home care places.On March 16, 1947 she was united in marriage to Everett W. Everson. To this union were born two children, Everett Kay Everson(Rita) and Connie Marie Brown (Kent). In addition to her children she also survived by her six grandchildren: Tim Everson, Monty Everson, Amanda Norman, Melanie Warren, Lesley Brown, and Heather Reynolds; her five great-grandchildren and three step great-grandchildren and one step great-great grandchild.Her husband Everett preceded her in death on February 18, 1983. She also was preceded in death by her sister Murna Stang.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday January 29, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan. Interment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan.The family will greet friends during a visitation from 1:00 p.m. until service time on Wednesday January 29, 2020 at the funeral home.Memorial contributions are suggested in memory of Dixie to the First United Methodist Church or to Homecare and Hospice INC. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Dixie Everson

Junior Lee Brandon, age 78, of Manhattan, died January 21, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

He was born on May 8, 1941 in Cave City, Arkansas the son of Edgar and Lunar Brandon. Junior moved to Kansas when he was 16 years old. He was married to Karyl Parrish and they have four children together.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings and one son.

Junior is survived by his wife Karyl, two sons and his daughter; also his five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday January 27, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, with the Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Zeandale.

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



Junior Lee Brandon, age 78, of Manhattan, died January 21, 2020 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.He was born on May 8, 1941 in Cave City, Arkansas the son of Edgar and Lunar Brandon. Junior moved to Kansas when he was 16 years old. He was married to Karyl Parrish and they have four children together.He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings and one son.Junior is survived by his wife Karyl, two sons and his daughter; also his five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday January 27, 2020 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, with the Rev. Ben Duerfeldt officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Zeandale.The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

Junior Lee Brandon



Diane Ruth Lavis died peacefully at the Good Shepherd Hospice House on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.

Diane was born to Ruth (Hiezer) and Clarence Polenz in Wauwatosa, WS on October 11, 1928. Diane married Leonard W. Lavis in 1952 in Wauwatosa, he preceded her in death in 1998.

Diane and Leonard, along with their six children, moved to Topeka, KS in 1969 when Leonard became Superintendent of Kansas Neurological Institute. After Leonard’s death, Diane moved to Manhattan, KS in 1998 to be closer to her daughter, Cathie.

Diane and Leonard had six children, seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Children: Keith Lavis (decreased); Craig and his wife, Linda of Bella Vista, AR; Catherine C. Lavis, Manhattan; Debra M. Lavis, Topeka; Patricia R. Sanderson, Woodland Hills, UT; and Linda Louise Gorman and her husband, Carl of Manhattan, KS.

Diane was a loving wife and mother. Diane genuinely liked people and learning about them. Diane enjoyed feeding her squirrels and birds, although her loss of hearing and vison significantly influenced her last two years, she would say most positively, “God left me enough hearing to hear the birds.”

Diane was a member of Seven Dolors Parish, the highlight of her week was attending mass on Saturday at 6pm; Cathie and Diane always arrived by 5:20pm, to get favorite pew. She cherished her Seven Dolors friends.

The Rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday January 25, 2020 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Juliette and Pierre Streets in Manhattan.

Mass of Christian Burial will be following the Rosary at 10:00 a.m. Saturday January 25, 2020 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, with Father Kerry Ninemire as the Celebrant. Interment will follow the service in the Admantha Cemetery in Pottawatomie County near Westmoreland, Kansas.

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



Diane Ruth Lavis died peacefully at the Good Shepherd Hospice House on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.Diane was born to Ruth (Hiezer) and Clarence Polenz in Wauwatosa, WS on October 11, 1928. Diane married Leonard W. Lavis in 1952 in Wauwatosa, he preceded her in death in 1998.Diane and Leonard, along with their six children, moved to Topeka, KS in 1969 when Leonard became Superintendent of Kansas Neurological Institute. After Leonard’s death, Diane moved to Manhattan, KS in 1998 to be closer to her daughter, Cathie.Diane and Leonard had six children, seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Children: Keith Lavis (decreased); Craig and his wife, Linda of Bella Vista, AR; Catherine C. Lavis, Manhattan; Debra M. Lavis, Topeka; Patricia R. Sanderson, Woodland Hills, UT; and Linda Louise Gorman and her husband, Carl of Manhattan, KS.Diane was a loving wife and mother. Diane genuinely liked people and learning about them. Diane enjoyed feeding her squirrels and birds, although her loss of hearing and vison significantly influenced her last two years, she would say most positively, “God left me enough hearing to hear the birds.”Diane was a member of Seven Dolors Parish, the highlight of her week was attending mass on Saturday at 6pm; Cathie and Diane always arrived by 5:20pm, to get favorite pew. She cherished her Seven Dolors friends.The Rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday January 25, 2020 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Juliette and Pierre Streets in Manhattan.Mass of Christian Burial will be following the Rosary at 10:00 a.m. Saturday January 25, 2020 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, with Father Kerry Ninemire as the Celebrant. Interment will follow the service in the Admantha Cemetery in Pottawatomie County near Westmoreland, Kansas.Memorial donations may be made in her honor to Manhattan Catholic Schools. Memorials may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Diane Ruth Lavis 



Pamela Dawn Spooner, 55, of Wamego, KS, passed away on, Wednesday, January 22, 2020.

She was born on March 2, 1964, to Phyllis (Brahn) and Larry C. Spooner.

She is survived by her three children, Heather Spooner, Ricky Alexander-Bellew, and Angela Spooner. Also her four brothers and her two sisters.

There are no arrangements at this time.



Pamela Dawn Spooner, 55, of Wamego, KS, passed away on, Wednesday, January 22, 2020.She was born on March 2, 1964, to Phyllis (Brahn) and Larry C. Spooner.She is survived by her three children, Heather Spooner, Ricky Alexander-Bellew, and Angela Spooner. Also her four brothers and her two sisters.There are no arrangements at this time.

Pamela Dawn Spooner

Richard “Dick” Sherraden, Chapman, passed away on January 22, 2020 at Memorial Hospital, Abilene, KS. He was 71 years of age.  

He was born September 1, 1948 to Elwood and Mary (Breen) Sherraden at Geary Community Hospital, Junction City, KS. After graduating from Dickinson County Community High School in 1966 he attended Emporia State University until he was drafted.  He then served in Vietnam from August 1969 to August 1970.  While in the military, Dick received the Bronze Star; Combat Infantryman Badge; National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars; and Vietnam Campaign Medal. After returning, he transferred to the Reserves and was discharged February 24, 1971.

After returning from Vietnam, Dick returned to college and lacked a few credit hours in Business Administration.  He was employed by Allerd Engineering of Ellsworth, Federal Civil Service and then USD #473 until retirement. His skills included drafting, painting and building maintenance.

He is survived by his sister, Patricia (Bill) Chamberlin, Chapman; brother, Bill (Vickie) Sherraden, Neosho, MO; five nieces and nephews and 15 great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elwood and Mary.

On Saturday, February 1st family will receive visitors from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. prior to the 10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Burial of ashes will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations be made to Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

Richard “Dick” Sherraden, Chapman, passed away on January 22, 2020 at Memorial Hospital, Abilene, KS. He was 71 years of age. He was born September 1, 1948 to Elwood and Mary (Breen) Sherraden at Geary Community Hospital, Junction City, KS. After graduating from Dickinson County Community High School in 1966 he attended Emporia State University until he was drafted. He then served in Vietnam from August 1969 to August 1970. While in the military, Dick received the Bronze Star; Combat Infantryman Badge; National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars; and Vietnam Campaign Medal. After returning, he transferred to the Reserves and was discharged February 24, 1971.After returning from Vietnam, Dick returned to college and lacked a few credit hours in Business Administration. He was employed by Allerd Engineering of Ellsworth, Federal Civil Service and then USD #473 until retirement. His skills included drafting, painting and building maintenance.He is survived by his sister, Patricia (Bill) Chamberlin, Chapman; brother, Bill (Vickie) Sherraden, Neosho, MO; five nieces and nephews and 15 great nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Elwood and Mary.On Saturday, February 1st family will receive visitors from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. prior to the 10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Burial of ashes will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery.In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations be made to Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County in care of Londeen Funeral Home, PO Box 429, Chapman, KS 67431.

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