Gayle A. Kingsbury, 73, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. There will be no funeral service. A family led celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on April 20, 2025, at Rosebud’s. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Junction City Animal Shelter.

Gayle was born June 28, 1951, in Red Cloud, NE the son of Arden Harold and Wilma Eltha (Wilkerson) Kingsbury. Gayle attended school in Smith Center, Norton, and Junction City, KS. Gayle enjoyed painting cars and doing home remodeling. He was an excellent painter having won several car awards in his younger years. He was an electrician in this community working for several different companies for over 35 years. He had a green thumb always able to save any plant. Gayle believed that every stray cat should have a home and many found a home with him. One of his greatest joys was spending time in the company of his friends.

Survivors include his life partner of 30 years, Debra Guy of the home; his daughter, Angie Sawyer of Minneapolis, MN; one brother, Rolland Bostelmann of Emmett, KS; two sisters, Ardena Carlyon and her husband, John of Junction City, KS; Lana Henning of Port St. Lucie, FL and many niece and nephews.

Gayle A. Kingsbury, 73, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. There will be no funeral service. A family led celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on April 20, 2025, at Rosebud’s. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Junction City Animal Shelter.Gayle was born June 28, 1951, in Red Cloud, NE the son of Arden Harold and Wilma Eltha (Wilkerson) Kingsbury. Gayle attended school in Smith Center, Norton, and Junction City, KS. Gayle enjoyed painting cars and doing home remodeling. He was an excellent painter having won several car awards in his younger years. He was an electrician in this community working for several different companies for over 35 years. He had a green thumb always able to save any plant. Gayle believed that every stray cat should have a home and many found a home with him. One of his greatest joys was spending time in the company of his friends.Survivors include his life partner of 30 years, Debra Guy of the home; his daughter, Angie Sawyer of Minneapolis, MN; one brother, Rolland Bostelmann of Emmett, KS; two sisters, Ardena Carlyon and her husband, John of Junction City, KS; Lana Henning of Port St. Lucie, FL and many niece and nephews.

Gayle A. Kingsbury

Judith Keala Awana Cline, 89, of Milford, Kansas, passed away on April 5, 2025, at Stormont-Vail Healthcare, in Topeka, Kansas.

She was born on August 31, 1935, to James Makia Awana and Christine Ah Heong Chun in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Judith worked as a Nurses Aid at St. Alexis Catholic Hospital in Bismark, North Dakota, before moving to Fort Riley, Kansas in 1974. In Kansas she worked as a Nutritionist for the Kansas State University Extension Office, then worked as a Realtor for Century 21 until she retired.

On May 7, 1956, she married Roger Harold Cline on Oahu, Hawaii. She and Roger, because of military orders, moved from Hawaii to Germany, then to Fort Lewis, Washington, then back to Germany. While Roger was in Vietnam, Judith and their sons lived in Washington State. Upon Roger’s return from Vietnam, the family moved to Bismarck, North Dakota, before moving to Fort Riley, Kansas. Judith and Roger lived in Milford, Kansas since 1978.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Fort Riley.

Judith is survived by her loving sons, Roger (Lydia) Jr., James (Bada), and Russell. Seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, brothers Benjamin and Leo, sister Sandra, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and other extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, sisters Josephine, Joanne, Joyce, Winona, and brothers, Rodney, James, and Lawrence.

A visitation will be held at the Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The memorial service will be held on the same day from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by a graveside service at Fort Riley Post Cemetery officiated by Father Ninemire.

Judith Keala Awana Cline, 89, of Milford, Kansas, passed away on April 5, 2025, at Stormont-Vail Healthcare, in Topeka, Kansas.She was born on August 31, 1935, to James Makia Awana and Christine Ah Heong Chun in Honolulu, Hawaii.Judith Keala Awana Cline, 89, of Milford, Kansas, passed away on April 5, 2025, at Stormont-Vail Healthcare, in Topeka, Kansas.She was born on August 31, 1935, to James Makia Awana and Christine Ah Heong Chun in Honolulu, Hawaii.Judith worked as a Nurses Aid at St. Alexis Catholic Hospital in Bismark, North Dakota, before moving to Fort Riley, Kansas in 1974. In Kansas she worked as a Nutritionist for the Kansas State University Extension Office, then worked as a Realtor for Century 21 until she retired.On May 7, 1956, she married Roger Harold Cline on Oahu, Hawaii. She and Roger, because of military orders, moved from Hawaii to Germany, then to Fort Lewis, Washington, then back to Germany. While Roger was in Vietnam, Judith and their sons lived in Washington State. Upon Roger’s return from Vietnam, the family moved to Bismarck, North Dakota, before moving to Fort Riley, Kansas. Judith and Roger lived in Milford, Kansas since 1978.She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Fort Riley.Judith is survived by her loving sons, Roger (Lydia) Jr., James (Bada), and Russell. Seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, brothers Benjamin and Leo, sister Sandra, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and other extended family members.She was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, sisters Josephine, Joanne, Joyce, Winona, and brothers, Rodney, James, and Lawrence.A visitation will be held at the Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The memorial service will be held on the same day from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by a graveside service at Fort Riley Post Cemetery officiated by Father Ninemire.

Judith Keala Awana Kline

Theresa Irene Carey, 69, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on April 4, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. Cremation has taken place per family's wishes and a family led committal service will be held at Fort Riley on the Fort Riley Cemetery.

Theresa was born on May 16, 1955, at Hollywood, Florida. Her mother, Doris Hickman, and her grandparents, Alec and Lenna Hickman raised her throughout her life.

Her family will always remember how family orientated she was. Her love also extended out to friends as well. She never met a stranger and was welcoming to everyone. Her grandchildren and family always had a safe place to go when they needed it. She was truly a selfless and forgiving person.

Theresa lived her life by the Lord and always made sure to instill these values in her family's lives.

She is survived by her loving children, Tiffany, Nicole, Sasha, Joshua, and Sherri; three sisters, Sherri, Elizabeth, and Melanie; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, her long-term family friend, George West, and a host of other loving family and friends.

Theresa Irene Carey, 69, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on April 4, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. Cremation has taken place per family's wishes and a family led committal service will be held at Fort Riley on the Fort Riley Cemetery.Theresa was born on May 16, 1955, at Hollywood, Florida. Her mother, Doris Hickman, and her grandparents, Alec and Lenna Hickman raised her throughout her life.Her family will always remember how family orientated she was. Her love also extended out to friends as well. She never met a stranger and was welcoming to everyone. Her grandchildren and family always had a safe place to go when they needed it. She was truly a selfless and forgiving person.Theresa lived her life by the Lord and always made sure to instill these values in her family's lives.She is survived by her loving children, Tiffany, Nicole, Sasha, Joshua, and Sherri; three sisters, Sherri, Elizabeth, and Melanie; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, her long-term family friend, George West, and a host of other loving family and friends.

Theresa Irene Carey

Dennis Laurence Riffel, 81, of Clay Center, Kansas died in the early morning hours on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, Kansas.

In accordance to family wishes, cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned at this time.

Dennis was born January 29, 1944, in Fort Bragg, California the county of Mendocino at Community Hospital the son of Laurence George and Norma Arlene (Boots) Riffel.

Dennis worked as a superintendent for the City of Wakefield, Kansas. Dennis was an amateur radio operator with his call sign WD0DQM. He worked as EMT in Clay County for some time.&nbsp; He enjoyed rock collecting. He had great joy in following and supporting his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Dennis survived by four sons; Bruce Riffel, Gregory Goulden, Steven Riffel and Jeffery Riffel; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four siblings, Francine Parliment, Barbara Logan, Joyce Arlene and John Riffel.

Dennis Laurence Riffel, 81, of Clay Center, Kansas died in the early morning hours on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center, Kansas.In accordance to family wishes, cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned at this time.Dennis was born January 29, 1944, in Fort Bragg, California the county of Mendocino at Community Hospital the son of Laurence George and Norma Arlene (Boots) Riffel.Dennis worked as a superintendent for the City of Wakefield, Kansas. Dennis was an amateur radio operator with his call sign WD0DQM. He worked as EMT in Clay County for some time.&nbsp; He enjoyed rock collecting. He had great joy in following and supporting his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Dennis survived by four sons; Bruce Riffel, Gregory Goulden, Steven Riffel and Jeffery Riffel; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four siblings, Francine Parliment, Barbara Logan, Joyce Arlene and John Riffel.

Dennis Laurence Riffel

James W. Warren, 81, of Junction City, KS, passed away on April 1, 2025. He was born March 8, 1944 in Monahans, Texas, the son of Hazel Bell and Emmitt Warren.

Warren enlisted in the United States Army on February 15, 1964 and voluntarily served two terms in Vietnam. He traveled the world and ultimately settled with his family in Junction City, KS. Warren is preceded in death by his mother, father, and his beloved wife Kum.

Warren is survived by his son, James J. Warren, of Indiana; daughter, Janna Rhodes, of Texas; two grandsons, Eric D. Rhodes of Washington State, Kameron Paige, of Nevada; two granddaughters, Cienna Warren of Indiana, Erin Rhodes of Texas and a great-grandson, Jericho Joseph Rhodes, also of Washington State.

James W. Warren, 81, of Junction City, KS, passed away on April 1, 2025. He was born March 8, 1944 in Monahans, Texas, the son of Hazel Bell and Emmitt Warren.Warren enlisted in the United States Army on February 15, 1964 and voluntarily served two terms in Vietnam. He traveled the world and ultimately settled with his family in Junction City, KS. Warren is preceded in death by his mother, father, and his beloved wife Kum.Warren is survived by his son, James J. Warren, of Indiana; daughter, Janna Rhodes, of Texas; two grandsons, Eric D. Rhodes of Washington State, Kameron Paige, of Nevada; two granddaughters, Cienna Warren of Indiana, Erin Rhodes of Texas and a great-grandson, Jericho Joseph Rhodes, also of Washington State.

James W. Warren

Otis Arthur Boardman, Sr., 88, of Westmoreland, died at his home on March 27, 2025.  Complete obituary and service information is pending.

Otis Arthur Boardman, Sr., 88, of Westmoreland, died at his home on March 27, 2025. Complete obituary and service information is pending.

Otis Arthur Boardman

Linda Glanzer, age 75, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at Wellsprings of Westmoreland, surrounded by family, after a long health battle.

A complete obituary is pending and will be announced.

A visitation will be held on April 13, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, followed by a Rosary at 6:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan, Kansas, on April 14, 2025, beginning at 10:30 AM, with burial following in the St. George Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Timothy Sharp Memorial Fund or Seven Dolors Catholic Church and can be left in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Linda Glanzer, age 75, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at Wellsprings of Westmoreland, surrounded by family, after a long health battle.A complete obituary is pending and will be announced.A visitation will be held on April 13, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, followed by a Rosary at 6:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan, Kansas, on April 14, 2025, beginning at 10:30 AM, with burial following in the St. George Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Timothy Sharp Memorial Fund or Seven Dolors Catholic Church and can be left in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Linda Glanzer

&nbsp;Edith Pauline Hernandez, 90, born on February 6, 1935, in St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas.

&nbsp; Pauline dedicated her life to caring for her home while supporting her husband, Nate Hernandez Jr., who served in the Air Force for 20 years. The couple shared a loving partnership for 68 years before Nate's passing in 2022.

&nbsp; She and Nate enjoyed spending their time supporting the VFW Post 9174 in San Antonio, Texas, and traveling by bus to nearby states on casino trips.

&nbsp; Pauline is survived by her nephew and caregivers Rev. Rick Hernandez and Julie of Wamego, Kansas; Nate’s brother, Frank Hernandez; Pauline’s sister, Betty; Pauline’s sister-in-law, Mary Hernandez; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and her brother, who is still Missing in Action in Vietnam. Pauline will be remembered fondly for her warmth and devotion to family.

&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice House. Please make checks payable to&nbsp;“Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice,”&nbsp;which may be sent to Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS, 66547.

&nbsp;Edith Pauline Hernandez, 90, born on February 6, 1935, in St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp; Pauline dedicated her life to caring for her home while supporting her husband, Nate Hernandez Jr., who served in the Air Force for 20 years. The couple shared a loving partnership for 68 years before Nate's passing in 2022.&nbsp; She and Nate enjoyed spending their time supporting the VFW Post 9174 in San Antonio, Texas, and traveling by bus to nearby states on casino trips.&nbsp; Pauline is survived by her nephew and caregivers Rev. Rick Hernandez and Julie of Wamego, Kansas; Nate’s brother, Frank Hernandez; Pauline’s sister, Betty; Pauline’s sister-in-law, Mary Hernandez; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and her brother, who is still Missing in Action in Vietnam. Pauline will be remembered fondly for her warmth and devotion to family.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice House. Please make checks payable to&nbsp;“Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice,”&nbsp;which may be sent to Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS, 66547.

Edith Pauline Hernandez

June Caroline McCready, 98, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Stormont Vail Flint Hills Campus Hospital in Junction City.

A public visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2025 at the Johnson Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held at Fort Riley Main Post Cemetery.

June was born December 7, 1926 in Maximo, Ohio the daughter of Clyde Clarence and Loretta Elizabeth (Weber) Erisey.

June moved to Junction City in 1971. Her husband Harvey "Mac" was stationed at Fort Riley. June worked for the Geary County Health Department. She was catholic and attended St. Xavier Catholic Church. June enjoyed gardening and playing the piano.

On June 7, 1952, she married Harvey Charles "Mac" McCready. He died April 28, 1986.

Survivors include four sons; Mark Layne McCready of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, John Paul Erisey McCready of Bridgeport, Michigan, Todd Gregory McCready of Fruita, Colorado and Kevin Michael McCready of Junction City, Kansas; six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and nine great great-grandchildren.

June Caroline McCready, 98, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Stormont Vail Flint Hills Campus Hospital in Junction City.A public visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2025 at the Johnson Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held at Fort Riley Main Post Cemetery.June was born December 7, 1926 in Maximo, Ohio the daughter of Clyde Clarence and Loretta Elizabeth (Weber) Erisey.June moved to Junction City in 1971. Her husband Harvey "Mac" was stationed at Fort Riley. June worked for the Geary County Health Department. She was catholic and attended St. Xavier Catholic Church. June enjoyed gardening and playing the piano.On June 7, 1952, she married Harvey Charles "Mac" McCready. He died April 28, 1986.Survivors include four sons; Mark Layne McCready of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, John Paul Erisey McCready of Bridgeport, Michigan, Todd Gregory McCready of Fruita, Colorado and Kevin Michael McCready of Junction City, Kansas; six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and nine great great-grandchildren.

June Caroline McCready

A full obituary will appear at a later date.

A full obituary will appear at a later date.

Tiahna (Tia) Javon James

David Patrick “Pat” Butler, 77, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on November 15, 1947, and raised in Downey, California. Since 2021, Pat had been a resident at Meadowlark Hills, where he received compassionate care.

Pat was the son of George and Bertha (Birch) Butler. In 1973, he married Jean Butler, and together they raised two children in Wamego, Kansas. After their divorce in 1999,he returned to California, where he spent several years working as a handyman and enjoying his love of surfing.

A dedicated firefighter, Pat served for 18 ½ years with the Fort Riley Fire Department, ending his career as a Captain. He was also a volunteer firefighter with the Wamego Fire Department, where he became a certified rescue diver. In addition to his firefighting career, Pat worked as a used car salesman, a salesman at KAWQ Radio Station, owned a lumber yard for a short period, and was involved in construction.

Pat proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His exposure to Agent Orange during his service contributed to his later struggles with Parkinson’s disease. As his condition progressed, he moved back to Kansas to be near his daughter.

Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community and its Parkinson’s Program provided him with exceptional care and support. One of his favorite activities was the Speedy PD, a race benefiting the Parkinson’s Program. He also enjoyed bus trips with Brennan, counting the bumps along the way and convincing her to take trips to Wamego. At Meadowlark, he took great pride in managing “his staff”, always offering guidance and loving every minute of it.

Pat is survived by his daughter, Stacie Eichem (Paul) of Wamego; his son, Benjamin Butler (Patricia) of Vienna, Austria; four grandchildren, Cambrey Eichem of Manhattan, Josh Eichem of Overland Park, Jake Eichem (Paige) of Wamego, and Oskar Butler-Tschen of Vienna, Austria; a great-granddaughter; his brother, Jim Butler (Betsy) of The Villages, Florida; and his dear friend, Julie Hale and her two children, of California.

Cremation arrangements are under the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. As per Pat’s wishes, no traditional service will be held; instead, a private gathering will take place at a later date.

David Patrick “Pat” Butler, 77, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on November 15, 1947, and raised in Downey, California. Since 2021, Pat had been a resident at Meadowlark Hills, where he received compassionate care.Pat was the son of George and Bertha (Birch) Butler. In 1973, he married Jean Butler, and together they raised two children in Wamego, Kansas. After their divorce in 1999,he returned to California, where he spent several years working as a handyman and enjoying his love of surfing.A dedicated firefighter, Pat served for 18 ½ years with the Fort Riley Fire Department, ending his career as a Captain. He was also a volunteer firefighter with the Wamego Fire Department, where he became a certified rescue diver. In addition to his firefighting career, Pat worked as a used car salesman, a salesman at KAWQ Radio Station, owned a lumber yard for a short period, and was involved in construction.Pat proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His exposure to Agent Orange during his service contributed to his later struggles with Parkinson’s disease. As his condition progressed, he moved back to Kansas to be near his daughter.Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community and its Parkinson’s Program provided him with exceptional care and support. One of his favorite activities was the Speedy PD, a race benefiting the Parkinson’s Program. He also enjoyed bus trips with Brennan, counting the bumps along the way and convincing her to take trips to Wamego. At Meadowlark, he took great pride in managing “his staff”, always offering guidance and loving every minute of it.Pat is survived by his daughter, Stacie Eichem (Paul) of Wamego; his son, Benjamin Butler (Patricia) of Vienna, Austria; four grandchildren, Cambrey Eichem of Manhattan, Josh Eichem of Overland Park, Jake Eichem (Paige) of Wamego, and Oskar Butler-Tschen of Vienna, Austria; a great-granddaughter; his brother, Jim Butler (Betsy) of The Villages, Florida; and his dear friend, Julie Hale and her two children, of California.He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation arrangements are under the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. As per Pat’s wishes, no traditional service will be held; instead, a private gathering will take place at a later date.

David Patrick "Pat" Butler

Darrell D. McClain, 84, of Clay Center, Kansas died on Friday, March 21, 2025 at Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wakefield, Kansas.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center with Reverend Paul Tessaro officiating.

Darrell was born November 21, 1940, in Norton, Kansas the son of Deyo and Velva (Campbell) McClain.

Darrell grew up on a farm. Growing up on a farm, he learned the value of hard work. During that time, he learned many trades. The trades he learned helped shape the rest of his life with a good work ethic. His main vocation was a truck driver. He had the nickname of "Smiley". He was kind to everyone and never met a stranger. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.

Darrell loved the mountains so much he moved his family to Montana. He enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, riding in his Jeep on the mountain roads. He enjoyed any type of outdoor adventure and also helped with various forest fires.

On June 4, 1961, he married Bette "Jean" Miller in Norton, Kansas. They were married for sixty four years.

Survivors include his wife Jean of Clay Center, Kansas; one son, Stacey McClain; one daughter, Vicki Score; four grandchildren, Elmer Schulze, Jamie Hoehn, Tiffani Hoehn and Alex McClain; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerald McClain.

Darrell D. McClain, 84, of Clay Center, Kansas died on Friday, March 21, 2025 at Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wakefield, Kansas.Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center with Reverend Paul Tessaro officiating.Darrell was born November 21, 1940, in Norton, Kansas the son of Deyo and Velva (Campbell) McClain.Darrell grew up on a farm. Growing up on a farm, he learned the value of hard work. During that time, he learned many trades. The trades he learned helped shape the rest of his life with a good work ethic. His main vocation was a truck driver. He had the nickname of "Smiley". He was kind to everyone and never met a stranger. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.Darrell loved the mountains so much he moved his family to Montana. He enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, riding in his Jeep on the mountain roads. He enjoyed any type of outdoor adventure and also helped with various forest fires.On June 4, 1961, he married Bette "Jean" Miller in Norton, Kansas. They were married for sixty four years.Survivors include his wife Jean of Clay Center, Kansas; one son, Stacey McClain; one daughter, Vicki Score; four grandchildren, Elmer Schulze, Jamie Hoehn, Tiffani Hoehn and Alex McClain; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerald McClain.He was preceded in death by his parents.

Darrell D. McClain

Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt said a full obituary is pending.&nbsp;

Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt said a full obituary is pending.&nbsp;

Jacquelin Jefferson

&nbsp;Leslie Michelle Silva, 55, a devout Christian of Ogden, Kansas, returned to God on Tuesday (March 4, 2025) at St. Luke Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri after many years fighting illness.

&nbsp; &nbsp;She was born in Farmington, New Mexico on March 8, 1969, to Harvey Dodson and Teresa “Teri” McCabe. On December 21, 2007 Leslie married the love of her life, Margarito Silva in Alma, Kansas. They first met as associates between 1982-1983, when Leslie was around 13 and was hanging out with his younger brothers at the house on Yuma. Their love story began in 2005 and blossomed when Leslie offered comfort and support upon the passing of Margarito’s brother, Adam. They have been inseparable since.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Leslie was a devoted Christian who cherished the teachings of Jesus Christ and took solace in knowing that the Lord was always watching over her and her family. Gifted with an exceptionally nurturing heart, Leslie was passionate about caring for those around her as well as any animal that crossed her path. Leslie especially loved being a grandmother and spending time with her grandchildren. Through all her ailments, she always managed to put her family first. She was an outstanding cook and enjoyed feeding her loved ones. Her Cherry Christmas Cake was a family favorite during the holidays. Leslie left a huge impact on those around her and will be missed by many.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Margarito; her mother, Teresa “Terri” VanAuken (Jeff) of Pueblo West, CO; three children, Brandon Colson (Shy) of Wamego, Erin Mayes (Demi) of Hesston, KS and Alicia Stahl (Kaleb) of St. George, KS; eight grandchildren, Hunter Colson, Caydon Colson, Macy Colson, Hadley Colson, Stetson Colson, William Stahl, Mia Stahl and Aidyn Meier; a brother, Chad Kruse (Shan) of Brush Prairie, WA; a sister, Amber Roepke of Pueblo, CO; an Aunt, Christy Espinosa (Al) of Manhattan, KS; and many nieces and nephews.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Leslie was preceded in death by her Grandmother, Loa Dee Greene; and Uncle, Marty McCabe, who she will be reunited with in Heaven.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services will be held Friday morning (March 28, 2025) at 11:00 at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego with Pastor Joyce Allen officiating.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be Friday morning from 10:00 until the time of services at 11:00 at the funeral home.

&nbsp;Leslie Michelle Silva, 55, a devout Christian of Ogden, Kansas, returned to God on Tuesday (March 4, 2025) at St. Luke Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri after many years fighting illness.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was born in Farmington, New Mexico on March 8, 1969, to Harvey Dodson and Teresa “Teri” McCabe. On December 21, 2007 Leslie married the love of her life, Margarito Silva in Alma, Kansas. They first met as associates between 1982-1983, when Leslie was around 13 and was hanging out with his younger brothers at the house on Yuma. Their love story began in 2005 and blossomed when Leslie offered comfort and support upon the passing of Margarito’s brother, Adam. They have been inseparable since.&nbsp; &nbsp;Leslie was a devoted Christian who cherished the teachings of Jesus Christ and took solace in knowing that the Lord was always watching over her and her family. Gifted with an exceptionally nurturing heart, Leslie was passionate about caring for those around her as well as any animal that crossed her path. Leslie especially loved being a grandmother and spending time with her grandchildren. Through all her ailments, she always managed to put her family first. She was an outstanding cook and enjoyed feeding her loved ones. Her Cherry Christmas Cake was a family favorite during the holidays. Leslie left a huge impact on those around her and will be missed by many.&nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Margarito; her mother, Teresa “Terri” VanAuken (Jeff) of Pueblo West, CO; three children, Brandon Colson (Shy) of Wamego, Erin Mayes (Demi) of Hesston, KS and Alicia Stahl (Kaleb) of St. George, KS; eight grandchildren, Hunter Colson, Caydon Colson, Macy Colson, Hadley Colson, Stetson Colson, William Stahl, Mia Stahl and Aidyn Meier; a brother, Chad Kruse (Shan) of Brush Prairie, WA; a sister, Amber Roepke of Pueblo, CO; an Aunt, Christy Espinosa (Al) of Manhattan, KS; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp;Leslie was preceded in death by her Grandmother, Loa Dee Greene; and Uncle, Marty McCabe, who she will be reunited with in Heaven.&nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services will be held Friday morning (March 28, 2025) at 11:00 at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego with Pastor Joyce Allen officiating.&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be Friday morning from 10:00 until the time of services at 11:00 at the funeral home.

Leslie Michelle Silva

Sam McGowan left us on March 19, 2025 in Manhattan, KS. He was born to Barbara (Waldorf) McGowan and Harold McGowan in Winfield, KS on October 15, 1947.

Sam loved his beer and westerns but more than that he loved his family that he built with Sally McGowan. He worked hard to provide for all the kids, grandkids, and great grandkids that came through their door. Sam took great pride in his home in the country and made it a truly special place for his family and friends. He was a career plumber but in his heart he was a farmer who raised cattle. He will always be remembered as someone that would give the shirt off his back.

Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Sally; three sons, Paul Cassity (Tena) of Hartford, KS, John Cassity (Cindy) of Alma, KS and James Cassity (Karen) of Grayslake, IL; eleven grandchildren, Wyatt Fairchild (Jesse), Maggie Fairchild, Josh Johnson, Cole Cassity (DiShannon), Cord Cassity (Alexus), Nikki Cassity, Dakota Cassity, Alison Cassity (Joe), Emily Cassity, Sadie Cassity and Cade Cassity; and twelve great grandchildren.

Sam was preceded in death by his parents; and Mary Elizabeth (Cassity) Fairchild Johnson.

Memorial services will be held Wednesday morning (March 26, 2025) at 10:30 in the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home. Inurnment will be in Wamego City Cemetery.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 4:00 to 6:00 at the funeral home in Wamego.

Sam McGowan left us on March 19, 2025 in Manhattan, KS. He was born to Barbara (Waldorf) McGowan and Harold McGowan in Winfield, KS on October 15, 1947.Sam loved his beer and westerns but more than that he loved his family that he built with Sally McGowan. He worked hard to provide for all the kids, grandkids, and great grandkids that came through their door. Sam took great pride in his home in the country and made it a truly special place for his family and friends. He was a career plumber but in his heart he was a farmer who raised cattle. He will always be remembered as someone that would give the shirt off his back.Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Sally; three sons, Paul Cassity (Tena) of Hartford, KS, John Cassity (Cindy) of Alma, KS and James Cassity (Karen) of Grayslake, IL; eleven grandchildren, Wyatt Fairchild (Jesse), Maggie Fairchild, Josh Johnson, Cole Cassity (DiShannon), Cord Cassity (Alexus), Nikki Cassity, Dakota Cassity, Alison Cassity (Joe), Emily Cassity, Sadie Cassity and Cade Cassity; and twelve great grandchildren.Sam was preceded in death by his parents; and Mary Elizabeth (Cassity) Fairchild Johnson.Memorial services will be held Wednesday morning (March 26, 2025) at 10:30 in the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home. Inurnment will be in Wamego City Cemetery.Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 4:00 to 6:00 at the funeral home in Wamego.

Sam McGowan

Thomas Wayne Baum of Tecumseh, Nebraska, a lifelong rancher and cowboy, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, in Wamego, Kansas.

He was born on December 6, 1958, in Norfolk, Nebraska, the son of Glen and Mary Lou (Wood) Baum. He was a 1977 graduate of Tecumseh High School.

Tom was a hard worker with a knack for storytelling. His life always revolved around the outdoors. He loved caring for his cattle and riding good horses, and his dog was usually his best friend and sidekick. He enjoyed team roping and fishing. He had his own business for a time, sandblasting and painting oil wells throughout Kansas, then he was a truck driver for a number of years, hauling cattle.

Tom married Mickie Saunders in 1979 and they had three children. He later married Teresa (Young) Wissler in 2016.

Tom is survived by his sons, Shane (Kristen) Baum and Daniel (Lindsey) Baum both of Wamego; his granddaughters Makayla, Chloe, Austyn, Regan, and Madisyn Baum; and his grandsons Brett and Zane Morgan, and Spencer Baum.

He is also survived by his siblings, brother Bill Baum of Tecumseh, brother John Baum and sister-in-law Susan Baum of Tecumseh, and sister Sharon (Galen) Kuska of Exeter, NE; along with many nieces and nephews.

Tom is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Mary Lou Baum, his son Timothy Wayne Baum, and his sister-in-law Linda Baum.

Thomas Wayne Baum of Tecumseh, Nebraska, a lifelong rancher and cowboy, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, in Wamego, Kansas.He was born on December 6, 1958, in Norfolk, Nebraska, the son of Glen and Mary Lou (Wood) Baum. He was a 1977 graduate of Tecumseh High School.Tom was a hard worker with a knack for storytelling. His life always revolved around the outdoors. He loved caring for his cattle and riding good horses, and his dog was usually his best friend and sidekick. He enjoyed team roping and fishing. He had his own business for a time, sandblasting and painting oil wells throughout Kansas, then he was a truck driver for a number of years, hauling cattle.Tom married Mickie Saunders in 1979 and they had three children. He later married Teresa (Young) Wissler in 2016.Tom is survived by his sons, Shane (Kristen) Baum and Daniel (Lindsey) Baum both of Wamego; his granddaughters Makayla, Chloe, Austyn, Regan, and Madisyn Baum; and his grandsons Brett and Zane Morgan, and Spencer Baum.He is also survived by his siblings, brother Bill Baum of Tecumseh, brother John Baum and sister-in-law Susan Baum of Tecumseh, and sister Sharon (Galen) Kuska of Exeter, NE; along with many nieces and nephews.Tom is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Mary Lou Baum, his son Timothy Wayne Baum, and his sister-in-law Linda Baum.

Thomas Wayne Baum

Robert Andrew Prockish, 96, of Wamego, Kansas, died Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka. He was a life-long resident of the community.

&nbsp; Robert was born on July 16, 1928, in Union Township in Pottawatomie County, Kansas, the son of Andrew and Genevieve (Eckart) Prockish Jr. He attended grade school and graduated from Flush High School in 1946.

&nbsp; He married Barbara Lee Nye on January 4, 1950, in Flush, Kansas. They shared over sixty-two years together until her death on November 15, 2012.

&nbsp; Robert worked most of his adult life in the construction business. He was a crane operator for several years and then became a construction supervisor with Bayer Construction. After his retirement, he was a courtesy van driver for Briggs Auto Group in Manhattan until he was 85 years old. He enjoyed square dancing, playing cards, especially Pitch and Pinochle, and playing Wahoo. He also enjoyed camping. He was an active member of St. Bernard Catholic Church and served as a Eucharistic Minister. He was a Third Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.

&nbsp; Robert is survived by his children; Robert Prockish, Jr. (Ann), Omaha, Nebraska, Richard Prockish (Leatrice), Manhattan, Wayne Prockish (Betsy), Topeka, Joyce Schau (Scott), Shawnee, and Penny Adams, Wamego; his grandchildren, Dustin Prockish, (Jenni), Kansas City, Missouri, Sarah Holladay, Overland Park, Lacey Prockish, Rose Hill, Brett Prockish, San Diego, California, Abbey Hefti (Bryan), Topeka, Weston Prockish, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Katherine Schau, Eugene, Oregon, Kristen Schau, Salt Lake City, Utah, and Shelby Adams, Wamego; his step-grandchild, Carol Aplin, Boston, Massachusetts; Robert’s great-grandchildren, Hannah Prockish, Ava Gay, Harper Leis, Freddy Hefti, Jackson Gay and Ralph Hefti; his two sisters, Barbara Siebert, Flush and Sharon Brunin (Don), St. Marys. Robert was also preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Paul Prockish, Gilbert Prockish and Rose Moran, and his son-in-law, Chris Adams.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, March 29, 2025, at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wamego. Father Mike Peterson will be the Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. Robert will lie-in- state, Friday, beginning at 3:00 pm, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, where the family will greet friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. A Rosary prayer service will be held at 7:00 pm.&nbsp;

Robert Andrew Prockish, 96, of Wamego, Kansas, died Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka. He was a life-long resident of the community.&nbsp; Robert was born on July 16, 1928, in Union Township in Pottawatomie County, Kansas, the son of Andrew and Genevieve (Eckart) Prockish Jr. He attended grade school and graduated from Flush High School in 1946.&nbsp; He married Barbara Lee Nye on January 4, 1950, in Flush, Kansas. They shared over sixty-two years together until her death on November 15, 2012.&nbsp; Robert worked most of his adult life in the construction business. He was a crane operator for several years and then became a construction supervisor with Bayer Construction. After his retirement, he was a courtesy van driver for Briggs Auto Group in Manhattan until he was 85 years old. He enjoyed square dancing, playing cards, especially Pitch and Pinochle, and playing Wahoo. He also enjoyed camping. He was an active member of St. Bernard Catholic Church and served as a Eucharistic Minister. He was a Third Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; Robert is survived by his children; Robert Prockish, Jr. (Ann), Omaha, Nebraska, Richard Prockish (Leatrice), Manhattan, Wayne Prockish (Betsy), Topeka, Joyce Schau (Scott), Shawnee, and Penny Adams, Wamego; his grandchildren, Dustin Prockish, (Jenni), Kansas City, Missouri, Sarah Holladay, Overland Park, Lacey Prockish, Rose Hill, Brett Prockish, San Diego, California, Abbey Hefti (Bryan), Topeka, Weston Prockish, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Katherine Schau, Eugene, Oregon, Kristen Schau, Salt Lake City, Utah, and Shelby Adams, Wamego; his step-grandchild, Carol Aplin, Boston, Massachusetts; Robert’s great-grandchildren, Hannah Prockish, Ava Gay, Harper Leis, Freddy Hefti, Jackson Gay and Ralph Hefti; his two sisters, Barbara Siebert, Flush and Sharon Brunin (Don), St. Marys. Robert was also preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Paul Prockish, Gilbert Prockish and Rose Moran, and his son-in-law, Chris Adams.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, March 29, 2025, at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wamego. Father Mike Peterson will be the Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. Robert will lie-in- state, Friday, beginning at 3:00 pm, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, where the family will greet friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. A Rosary prayer service will be held at 7:00 pm.&nbsp;

Robert Andrew Prockish

Edna Mae Quinton of Junction City, KS was born on March 31, 1926, to Charles Smart and Mary Eliza Gregg in Kingston, Jamaica. She was baptized into the Catholic faith and accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior. In 1945, she moved to San Juan, Puerto Rico where she met James E Quinton Sr, a career soldier, and spent the next 23 years traveling the world with her family of thirteen children. She made Junction City her home after her travels and became a member of the St. Xavier Parish. 

She was a career civil service employee and retired after working at Irwin Army Hospital. She attended Kansas State University where she majored in Art and later produced many award-winning pieces. She went on to start her own business named “Edna’s Crafts and Things” where she displayed her paintings and ceramic figurines at fairs and events around Kansas. She was a master seamstress and created many majestic dolls and doll clothing, not to mention the many costumes made for her children’s and grandchildren’s theater and dance performances. 

She was a member and past President of VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 8773 4th District, a past member of Military Catholic Council of Women (MCCW), member of Business and Professional Women Organization and a member of Saint Xavier Catholic Church. She served as a board member of the Junction City Salvation Army for many years, and she was also a member of Saint Xavier Circle One.

Edna Mae passed away on March 18, 2025, of natural cause at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City, KS. She was surrounded by her family and friends.She is in preceded in death by her mother Mary Eliza Gregg, father Charles Smart, husband James E Quinton Sr, son Desmond E Wilkinson, daughter Shurla A. Quinton, brother Arthur Powell and four sisters Vera Gregg, Gloria Johnson (Luther), Kathleen Palmer (Noel), Ruby Powell (Anderson), granddaughter Crystal Newton, and grandson Geoffrey Quinton.Surviving family left to treasure and uphold her legacy include her children Lloyd E Quinton of Junction City, James E Quinton Jr (Gladys) of San Jose, CA, Gene B Quinton(Donna) of Charleston, SC, Antonio R Quinton(Renee) of Atlanta, GA, Beverly M Quinton of Junction City, KS, Lorraine V. Quinton of Junction City, KS, Claude M Quinton of Gainesville, FL, Andre C Quinton of West Palm Beach, FL, Monique T Quinton of Lawrence, KS, Raymond F Quinton(Claudia) of Portland, OR , and Yvonne A Cole(Fred) of Jacksonville, FL.Her surviving grandchildren include Nicole Desouza, Doris Morgan, Donna Morgan, Desmond Wilkinson Jr, Lloyd Quinton Jr, Demetrius Quinton, Jermaine Quinton, Angela Quinton, Doniqua Quinton, Alexander Quinton, Alleyn Quinton, Charles Quinton, Verna Corbin, Heather Farquharson, Dominique Farquharson, Claudette Young, Keana Quinton, Carissa Quinton, Emily Smith, Benjamin Quinton, Andre Quinton Jr, Zachary Zinsli, Bernard Howard III, Emilia Quinton, Elan Quinton, Anthony Quinton, Sapphire Griffin, Brandon Quinton, Maurice Quinton, Erica Quinton, great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The Quinton family wishes to express their heart-felt appreciation and gratitude to all of her many friends, and caregivers for their many years of unwavering dedicated support and care.A visitation will be 5-7 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025 at Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home. A rosary will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2025 with a Mass of Christian Burial following at 1:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Junction City. Floral tributes may be sent to the funeral home OR donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association or St. Xavier Catholic School in Junction City on behalf of Edna Mae Quinton.

Edna Mae Quinton of Junction City, KS was born on March 31, 1926, to Charles Smart and Mary Eliza Gregg in Kingston, Jamaica. She was baptized into the Catholic faith and accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior. In 1945, she moved to San Juan, Puerto Rico where she met James E Quinton Sr, a career soldier, and spent the next 23 years traveling the world with her family of thirteen children. She made Junction City her home after her travels and became a member of the St. Xavier Parish. She was a career civil service employee and retired after working at Irwin Army Hospital. She attended Kansas State University where she majored in Art and later produced many award-winning pieces. She went on to start her own business named “Edna’s Crafts and Things” where she displayed her paintings and ceramic figurines at fairs and events around Kansas. She was a master seamstress and created many majestic dolls and doll clothing, not to mention the many costumes made for her children’s and grandchildren’s theater and dance performances. She was a member and past President of VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 8773 4th District, a past member of Military Catholic Council of Women (MCCW), member of Business and Professional Women Organization and a member of Saint Xavier Catholic Church. She served as a board member of the Junction City Salvation Army for many years, and she was also a member of Saint Xavier Circle One.Edna Mae passed away on March 18, 2025, of natural cause at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City, KS. She was surrounded by her family and friends.She is in preceded in death by her mother Mary Eliza Gregg, father Charles Smart, husband James E Quinton Sr, son Desmond E Wilkinson, daughter Shurla A. Quinton, brother Arthur Powell and four sisters Vera Gregg, Gloria Johnson (Luther), Kathleen Palmer (Noel), Ruby Powell (Anderson), granddaughter Crystal Newton, and grandson Geoffrey Quinton.Surviving family left to treasure and uphold her legacy include her children Lloyd E Quinton of Junction City, James E Quinton Jr (Gladys) of San Jose, CA, Gene B Quinton(Donna) of Charleston, SC, Antonio R Quinton(Renee) of Atlanta, GA, Beverly M Quinton of Junction City, KS, Lorraine V. Quinton of Junction City, KS, Claude M Quinton of Gainesville, FL, Andre C Quinton of West Palm Beach, FL, Monique T Quinton of Lawrence, KS, Raymond F Quinton(Claudia) of Portland, OR , and Yvonne A Cole(Fred) of Jacksonville, FL.Her surviving grandchildren include Nicole Desouza, Doris Morgan, Donna Morgan, Desmond Wilkinson Jr, Lloyd Quinton Jr, Demetrius Quinton, Jermaine Quinton, Angela Quinton, Doniqua Quinton, Alexander Quinton, Alleyn Quinton, Charles Quinton, Verna Corbin, Heather Farquharson, Dominique Farquharson, Claudette Young, Keana Quinton, Carissa Quinton, Emily Smith, Benjamin Quinton, Andre Quinton Jr, Zachary Zinsli, Bernard Howard III, Emilia Quinton, Elan Quinton, Anthony Quinton, Sapphire Griffin, Brandon Quinton, Maurice Quinton, Erica Quinton, great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.The Quinton family wishes to express their heart-felt appreciation and gratitude to all of her many friends, and caregivers for their many years of unwavering dedicated support and care.A visitation will be 5-7 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025 at Johnson &amp; Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home. A rosary will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2025 with a Mass of Christian Burial following at 1:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Junction City. Floral tributes may be sent to the funeral home OR donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association or St. Xavier Catholic School in Junction City on behalf of Edna Mae Quinton.

Edna Mae Quinton

SSG (Ret.) Fredrick (Fred) Merrell Sessum, 74, of Manhattan, passed away March 9, surrounded by family members in a Topeka hospital. He was born June 26, 1950, in Grenada, Miss.

Fred’s honorable service in the Army led him to deploy to multiple areas overseas and respond to conflicts, including time in Korea, the Iran-Iraq War, the Gulf War, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. For his service, he was awarded a Bronze Star.

Fred was an active member in many organizations, including the American Legion (Earl C. Gormley American Legion Post 45, Junction City, and the Pierce-Keller American Legion Post 17, Manhattan), the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion Riders.

Fred is survived by his loving wife, Inez of Manhattan; daughter Angela (John) Etienne, Kansas City, Mo., son James (Christine) Hackworth, Clay Center, KS., daughter Debra Stoute, Ogden, KS., grandchildren Bobby Etienne, Ryan Hackworth, and Hayden Hackworth; and more family and friends scattered throughout Kansas, Texas, Tennessee, and Mississippi.

SSG (Ret.) Fredrick (Fred) Merrell Sessum, 74, of Manhattan, passed away March 9, surrounded by family members in a Topeka hospital. He was born June 26, 1950, in Grenada, Miss.Fred’s honorable service in the Army led him to deploy to multiple areas overseas and respond to conflicts, including time in Korea, the Iran-Iraq War, the Gulf War, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. For his service, he was awarded a Bronze Star.Fred was an active member in many organizations, including the American Legion (Earl C. Gormley American Legion Post 45, Junction City, and the Pierce-Keller American Legion Post 17, Manhattan), the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion Riders.Fred is survived by his loving wife, Inez of Manhattan; daughter Angela (John) Etienne, Kansas City, Mo., son James (Christine) Hackworth, Clay Center, KS., daughter Debra Stoute, Ogden, KS., grandchildren Bobby Etienne, Ryan Hackworth, and Hayden Hackworth; and more family and friends scattered throughout Kansas, Texas, Tennessee, and Mississippi.

SSG ( Ret. ) Fredrick Sessum

Chom Ye Bish, 74, of White City, Kansas passed away on March 18, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loving family. A family led celebration of life will take place at a later date.

She was born on March 8, 1951, in Mokpo, Korea.

Chom Ye married her loving husband, Dennis on March 3, 1973, in Evansville, Indiana. They had two daughters.

Chom Ye was devoted to her church and taking care of her family. In her household, family always came first. Her family will always cherish her traditional Korean recipes that she would make year round.

Chom Ye Bish, 74, of White City, Kansas passed away on March 18, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loving family. A family led celebration of life will take place at a later date.She was born on March 8, 1951, in Mokpo, Korea.Chom Ye married her loving husband, Dennis on March 3, 1973, in Evansville, Indiana. They had two daughters.Chom Ye was devoted to her church and taking care of her family. In her household, family always came first. Her family will always cherish her traditional Korean recipes that she would make year round.

Chom Ye Bish

Elsie Wittor, 96, of Junction City, Kansas died on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City. Cremation will take place. A graveside service will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2025 at Highland Cemetery.

Elsie was born July 16, 1928, in Bodenbach, Czechoslovakia the daughter of William and Frieda (Winkler) Possoldo.

Elsie married Emil Wittor. He died November 30, 2003.

For many years, Elsie was a food server at Central National Bank in Junction City, Kansas. Elsie enjoyed watching television and shopping at the mall.

Survivors include two sisters; Waltraud Vickers of Junction City, Kansas and Hannelore of Germany.

Elsie Wittor, 96, of Junction City, Kansas died on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Valley View Senior Life Center in Junction City. Cremation will take place. A graveside service will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2025 at Highland Cemetery.Elsie was born July 16, 1928, in Bodenbach, Czechoslovakia the daughter of William and Frieda (Winkler) Possoldo.Elsie married Emil Wittor. He died November 30, 2003.For many years, Elsie was a food server at Central National Bank in Junction City, Kansas. Elsie enjoyed watching television and shopping at the mall.Survivors include two sisters; Waltraud Vickers of Junction City, Kansas and Hannelore of Germany.

Elsie Peggy Wittor

Connie M. Havener of Junction City, Kansas passed away on March 4, 2025, at Stormont-Vail Healthcare.

Connie was born in Grand Island, Nebraska to Howard McAhren and Marie Rathman on August 28, 1946.

She married Steve Havener on February 24, 1970, in Novato, California and had two children.

Connie is survived by her brother, DeWayne (Joanne) McAhren of San Rafael, California; her daughter, Tiffany (Scott Cook) Havener of Junction City, Kansas and her son, Sean (Jocelyn) Havener of Kansas City, Missouri; one grandchild, Arijana (Jacob) York and one great-grandchild, Lucas of Emporia, Kansas and a host of other loving family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Steve and her mother and father.&nbsp;

Connie M. Havener of Junction City, Kansas passed away on March 4, 2025, at Stormont-Vail Healthcare.Connie was born in Grand Island, Nebraska to Howard McAhren and Marie Rathman on August 28, 1946.She married Steve Havener on February 24, 1970, in Novato, California and had two children.Connie is survived by her brother, DeWayne (Joanne) McAhren of San Rafael, California; her daughter, Tiffany (Scott Cook) Havener of Junction City, Kansas and her son, Sean (Jocelyn) Havener of Kansas City, Missouri; one grandchild, Arijana (Jacob) York and one great-grandchild, Lucas of Emporia, Kansas and a host of other loving family and friends.She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Steve and her mother and father.&nbsp;

Connie M. Havener

Jennifer (Jenny) Kile-Kamien, 49, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on February 27, 2025. A private family led memorial service will be held at a later date. Per Jennifer's wishes, cremation has taken place&nbsp;

She was born on March 3, 1975, to Kenneth and Michele Kile in Nevada, Las Vegas. Although she was born in Vegas, she grew up in Junction City, Kansas. This is where she made her forever home. &nbsp;

Jenny was a mother of one beautiful daughter and a grandmother to two wonderful grandchildren. Her passion in life was to be a loving mother and caring grandmother. She was able to fulfill this dream by her daughter and her grandchildren. She referred to her grandson as her wildcat and her granddaughter as her sunflower.&nbsp;

Jennifer (Jenny) Kile-Kamien, 49, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on February 27, 2025. A private family led memorial service will be held at a later date. Per Jennifer's wishes, cremation has taken place&nbsp;She was born on March 3, 1975, to Kenneth and Michele Kile in Nevada, Las Vegas. Although she was born in Vegas, she grew up in Junction City, Kansas. This is where she made her forever home. &nbsp;Jenny was a mother of one beautiful daughter and a grandmother to two wonderful grandchildren. Her passion in life was to be a loving mother and caring grandmother. She was able to fulfill this dream by her daughter and her grandchildren. She referred to her grandson as her wildcat and her granddaughter as her sunflower.&nbsp;

Jennifer ( Jenny ) Kile-Kamien

Julia Marie Adams, 70, of Junction City, Kansas died on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Valley View Senior Life Center.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 28, 2025 at the Episcopal Church of the Covenant with The Very Reverend Steven Lipscomb officiating. Her cremated remains will be buried with her husband Jerry at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Episcopal Church of the Covenant Community Meal Fund c/o the church.

Julia was born September 10, 1954, in Junction City, Kansas the daughter of Wesley Earl and Reatha Jean (Stevens) Olbera.

Julia was a paralegal in Junction City, Topeka and Kansas City. She graduated from William H. Wells High School in Chicago with the class of 1972. She later graduated from Cloud County Community College.&nbsp;

Julia loves the country band Alabama. She would drive her car across the country to see their concerts. Sometimes, she went with her sister Sharon, other times with close friends, and a few times by herself. The highlight of the concerts was when she actually got to meet them and have her picture taken with them! That is what excited her the most.&nbsp;

In Junction City, Julia worked for the public defenders office and various law firms. She loved horses, dogs and gardening. She was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Covenant. Julia loved spending time with her family.&nbsp;

She married Jerry Lee Adams on August 28, 2004. He died March 26, 2015.

Other survivors include one brother, Bill Vaughn and his wife Linda of Topeka, Kansas; two sisters, April Gromlovits and her husband Timothy and Sharon Davis and her husband Chuck both of Junction City, Kansas; sister Christina and her family; one niece, Ashley Konesko and her husband Matt; five nephews, Cameron Davis and his wife Migyeong Song, Wes Prochniewski and his wife Jennifer, Roscoe Prochniewski, Joey Prochniewski and his wife Kathy and Tyler Gromlovits; step-father, Rudy Olbera.

Julia Marie Adams, 70, of Junction City, Kansas died on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Valley View Senior Life Center.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 28, 2025 at the Episcopal Church of the Covenant with The Very Reverend Steven Lipscomb officiating. Her cremated remains will be buried with her husband Jerry at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Episcopal Church of the Covenant Community Meal Fund c/o the church.Julia was born September 10, 1954, in Junction City, Kansas the daughter of Wesley Earl and Reatha Jean (Stevens) Olbera.Julia was a paralegal in Junction City, Topeka and Kansas City. She graduated from William H. Wells High School in Chicago with the class of 1972. She later graduated from Cloud County Community College.&nbsp;Julia loves the country band Alabama. She would drive her car across the country to see their concerts. Sometimes, she went with her sister Sharon, other times with close friends, and a few times by herself. The highlight of the concerts was when she actually got to meet them and have her picture taken with them! That is what excited her the most.&nbsp;In Junction City, Julia worked for the public defenders office and various law firms. She loved horses, dogs and gardening. She was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Covenant. Julia loved spending time with her family.&nbsp;She married Jerry Lee Adams on August 28, 2004. He died March 26, 2015.Other survivors include one brother, Bill Vaughn and his wife Linda of Topeka, Kansas; two sisters, April Gromlovits and her husband Timothy and Sharon Davis and her husband Chuck both of Junction City, Kansas; sister Christina and her family; one niece, Ashley Konesko and her husband Matt; five nephews, Cameron Davis and his wife Migyeong Song, Wes Prochniewski and his wife Jennifer, Roscoe Prochniewski, Joey Prochniewski and his wife Kathy and Tyler Gromlovits; step-father, Rudy Olbera.

Julia Marie Adams

Waltraud (Wally) Gertrude Bammes, 86, of Abilene, KS, formerly of Wamego and Junction City, KS passed away February 20, 2025. Waltraud was born January 30, 1939 to Emil and Pauline Rosine Heller Hoelle, in Illingen, Germany at the beginning of World War II. She immigrated to the United States in 1959 coming through Ellis Island to join her fiancé and later husband, Helmut Cordier. They were married May 11, 1960 in Huntington, NY. Of this union were 3 daughters, Isabel, Judy, and Elizabeth. After Helmut died on February 19, 1964 she moved to Kansas with her daughters. On November 20, 1966 she married Emory Strauss. Of this union came a son, Michael. They later divorced. He too proceeds her in death. She married Larry Bammes on April 8, 1995. He proceeded her in death January 2018.

Wally is survived by her daughters Isabel Schmedemann, Herington, Judy (Gradon) Fielder, Chapman, Elizabeth (Douglas) Schonberner, Georgetown, TX. Her son, Michael (Christina) Strauss, Junction City. She is survived by a brother, Ulrich Hoelle, sister, Liesellotte Pohl, stepbrother Manfried Klein, all of Germany. She is preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law Ralph Schmedemann, her brother Helmut Hoelle, sisters, Adelheid Mader, Margarete Painter, Erika Dlugosch. She is also survived by grandchildren, Brent (Lisa) Fielder, Kasey (Lacey) Fielder, Katelin Schmedemann, Henry Schmedemann, Emil (Nichole) Strauss and Meghan (Jonathan) Bechard. Her precious great grandchildren, Wyatt, Grason, Lillian, Landyn, Wesley, Vincent, Sylvia, Skylar, Destiney, and Cameron, as well as many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Wally had a life that was turbulent and full of ups and downs, but it was her resilience, humor, stubbornness, and a daily spoonful of sauerkraut that saw her through most things. Wally worked as a jeweler’s assistant and then as a waitress in her younger years in Germany. It was at the restaurant in her village that she met her husband Helmut. She followed him to America where they operated a delicatessen on Long Island, NY. Shortly after his death, she moved to Kansas and eventually married Emory Strauss, dairy farmer that she met through church in Junction City. She farmed with him and her children for many years and was the manager of the local Hallmark store in Junction City, as well. They divorced and she moved to Manhattan. She worked in central processing as a clerk at St. Mary Hospital for several years. Soon she met and married Larry Bammes, an electrician. After they married, she helped him with his electrician business. They retired together and lived on the outskirts of Wamego where they worked together and grew beautiful gardens full of tomatoes, and cantaloupes. After Larry’s death, she moved to Herington and then to Abilene and saw her family as much as she could.&nbsp;

Wally loved listening to Elvis Presley and it didn’t take long for her to be dancing to his beat. She would tell anyone who would listen that he was the greatest singer/performer ever.

&nbsp;Wally has been cremated, and a future burial is planned at this time.&nbsp;

As Wally was always a defender of and advocate for children, a memorial has been established to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Waltraud (Wally) Gertrude Bammes, 86, of Abilene, KS, formerly of Wamego and Junction City, KS passed away February 20, 2025. Waltraud was born January 30, 1939 to Emil and Pauline Rosine Heller Hoelle, in Illingen, Germany at the beginning of World War II. She immigrated to the United States in 1959 coming through Ellis Island to join her fiancé and later husband, Helmut Cordier. They were married May 11, 1960 in Huntington, NY. Of this union were 3 daughters, Isabel, Judy, and Elizabeth. After Helmut died on February 19, 1964 she moved to Kansas with her daughters. On November 20, 1966 she married Emory Strauss. Of this union came a son, Michael. They later divorced. He too proceeds her in death. She married Larry Bammes on April 8, 1995. He proceeded her in death January 2018.Wally is survived by her daughters Isabel Schmedemann, Herington, Judy (Gradon) Fielder, Chapman, Elizabeth (Douglas) Schonberner, Georgetown, TX. Her son, Michael (Christina) Strauss, Junction City. She is survived by a brother, Ulrich Hoelle, sister, Liesellotte Pohl, stepbrother Manfried Klein, all of Germany. She is preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law Ralph Schmedemann, her brother Helmut Hoelle, sisters, Adelheid Mader, Margarete Painter, Erika Dlugosch. She is also survived by grandchildren, Brent (Lisa) Fielder, Kasey (Lacey) Fielder, Katelin Schmedemann, Henry Schmedemann, Emil (Nichole) Strauss and Meghan (Jonathan) Bechard. Her precious great grandchildren, Wyatt, Grason, Lillian, Landyn, Wesley, Vincent, Sylvia, Skylar, Destiney, and Cameron, as well as many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Wally had a life that was turbulent and full of ups and downs, but it was her resilience, humor, stubbornness, and a daily spoonful of sauerkraut that saw her through most things. Wally worked as a jeweler’s assistant and then as a waitress in her younger years in Germany. It was at the restaurant in her village that she met her husband Helmut. She followed him to America where they operated a delicatessen on Long Island, NY. Shortly after his death, she moved to Kansas and eventually married Emory Strauss, dairy farmer that she met through church in Junction City. She farmed with him and her children for many years and was the manager of the local Hallmark store in Junction City, as well. They divorced and she moved to Manhattan. She worked in central processing as a clerk at St. Mary Hospital for several years. Soon she met and married Larry Bammes, an electrician. After they married, she helped him with his electrician business. They retired together and lived on the outskirts of Wamego where they worked together and grew beautiful gardens full of tomatoes, and cantaloupes. After Larry’s death, she moved to Herington and then to Abilene and saw her family as much as she could.&nbsp;Wally loved listening to Elvis Presley and it didn’t take long for her to be dancing to his beat. She would tell anyone who would listen that he was the greatest singer/performer ever.&nbsp;Wally has been cremated, and a future burial is planned at this time.&nbsp;As Wally was always a defender of and advocate for children, a memorial has been established to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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