James Dale Bennett, 57, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Sunday (March 3, 2024) in Manhattan, Kansas.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Born February 4, 1967 in Wamego, James was the son of Wayne M. and Betty Lou Pageler Bennett.

&nbsp; &nbsp;An avid fisherman, James also enjoyed camping and mushroom hunting. He will be remembered for the many fish frys he held for his family and friends.

&nbsp; &nbsp;James had most recently been employed as a ranch hand until his retirement for health reasons.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include a son, Darwin Manor of Hettinger, N.D.; a sister, Pam Gardner (Mike) of Wamego, KS; two brothers, Steve Bennett (Susie) of Belvue, KS and Tim Bennett (Denise) of Argyle, MO; nieces and nephews, Kyle Bennett (Brenda) of Wamego, KS, Kaitlyn Bennett (Alex) of Kansas City, MO, Erica Goeller (Curt) of St. Thomas, MO, Mike Bennett (Daphne) of Ulman, MO, Courtney Pethan (Jake) of Prairie Home, MO and TJ Bennett (Karson) of Wardsville, MO; great nieces and great nephews, Zachary, Aiden, Zoey. Lilliana, Weston, Garrett, Ellie, Leah, Breanna, Scarlett, Jack and two who are due soon.

&nbsp; &nbsp;James was preceded in death by this parents and grandparents

&nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Private memorial graveside services will be held.

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 </figure>James Dale Bennett, 57, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Sunday (March 3, 2024) in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;Born February 4, 1967 in Wamego, James was the son of Wayne M. and Betty Lou Pageler Bennett.&nbsp; &nbsp;An avid fisherman, James also enjoyed camping and mushroom hunting. He will be remembered for the many fish frys he held for his family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;James had most recently been employed as a ranch hand until his retirement for health reasons.&nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include a son, Darwin Manor of Hettinger, N.D.; a sister, Pam Gardner (Mike) of Wamego, KS; two brothers, Steve Bennett (Susie) of Belvue, KS and Tim Bennett (Denise) of Argyle, MO; nieces and nephews, Kyle Bennett (Brenda) of Wamego, KS, Kaitlyn Bennett (Alex) of Kansas City, MO, Erica Goeller (Curt) of St. Thomas, MO, Mike Bennett (Daphne) of Ulman, MO, Courtney Pethan (Jake) of Prairie Home, MO and TJ Bennett (Karson) of Wardsville, MO; great nieces and great nephews, Zachary, Aiden, Zoey. Lilliana, Weston, Garrett, Ellie, Leah, Breanna, Scarlett, Jack and two who are due soon.&nbsp; &nbsp;James was preceded in death by this parents and grandparents&nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp;Private memorial graveside services will be held.

James Bennett

Elmo F. Hartwick, the son of Robert Hartwick and Pearl Freeland, was born on December 31, 1905, and died on June 6, 1944.

U.S. Army Tech. 4th Grade (TECH4).Elmo F. Hartwick, 38, of Onaga, Kansas, killed during World War II, was accounted for Aug. 21, 2023, as announced by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) on Feb. 12, 2024.&nbsp;

In June 1944, Hartwick was assigned to Company C, 149th Engineer Combat Battalion in the European Theater of Operations. On June 6, Hartwick was aboard Landing Craft Infantry (Large) 92, along with roughly 200 other servicemembers, en route to land on Omaha Beach in Normandy, France. As LCI-92 steamed toward the shore, it struck an underwater mine, which caused the craft to burst into flames. The craft was also hit by enemy artillery fire, causing an explosion that ignited the ship's fuel stores and instantly killed everyone in the troop compartment. Due to the situation's urgency, it was impossible for others to search for survivors. Hartwick's remains were not accounted for after the war.

Around June 10, members of the 500th Medical Collecting Company examined the wreckage of LCI-92 and noted the burnt remains of servicemen in the troop compartment, where Hartwick and others were last seen. American Graves Registration Command (AGRC), the organization that searched for and recovered fallen American personnel in the European Theater, removed small amounts of remains from LCI-92 and buried them in the United States Military Cemetery (USMC) St. Laurent-sur-Mer.

Beginning in 1946, AGRC analyzed the remains found in LCI-92, segregating them into four separate Unknowns (X-53, X-83, X-83B, and X-83C). Despite their efforts, AGRC were unable to identify the Unknowns at the time and they were interred in Normandy American Cemetery, an American Battle Monuments Commission site in Normandy, France.

In June and August 2021, the Department of Defense and ABMC officials exhumed the comingled remains of the four Unknowns and transferred them to the DPAA Laboratory for analysis.

To identify Hartwick's remains, scientists from DPAA used anthropological analysis. Additionally, scientists from the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System used mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) analysis.

Hartwick's name is permanently recorded on the Walls of the Missing at Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France, along with others still missing from WWII. A rosette will be placed next to his name to indicate he has been accounted for.

Elmo is survived by his niece, Roberta Tessendorf.

Arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd. Wamego, KS 66547. A memorial service with military honors are pending and will be announced.

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 </figure>Elmo F. Hartwick, the son of Robert Hartwick and Pearl Freeland, was born on December 31, 1905, and died on June 6, 1944.U.S. Army Tech. 4th Grade (TECH4).Elmo F. Hartwick, 38, of Onaga, Kansas, killed during World War II, was accounted for Aug. 21, 2023, as announced by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) on Feb. 12, 2024.&nbsp;In June 1944, Hartwick was assigned to Company C, 149th Engineer Combat Battalion in the European Theater of Operations. On June 6, Hartwick was aboard Landing Craft Infantry (Large) 92, along with roughly 200 other servicemembers, en route to land on Omaha Beach in Normandy, France. As LCI-92 steamed toward the shore, it struck an underwater mine, which caused the craft to burst into flames. The craft was also hit by enemy artillery fire, causing an explosion that ignited the ship's fuel stores and instantly killed everyone in the troop compartment. Due to the situation's urgency, it was impossible for others to search for survivors. Hartwick's remains were not accounted for after the war.Around June 10, members of the 500th Medical Collecting Company examined the wreckage of LCI-92 and noted the burnt remains of servicemen in the troop compartment, where Hartwick and others were last seen. American Graves Registration Command (AGRC), the organization that searched for and recovered fallen American personnel in the European Theater, removed small amounts of remains from LCI-92 and buried them in the United States Military Cemetery (USMC) St. Laurent-sur-Mer.Beginning in 1946, AGRC analyzed the remains found in LCI-92, segregating them into four separate Unknowns (X-53, X-83, X-83B, and X-83C). Despite their efforts, AGRC were unable to identify the Unknowns at the time and they were interred in Normandy American Cemetery, an American Battle Monuments Commission site in Normandy, France.In June and August 2021, the Department of Defense and ABMC officials exhumed the comingled remains of the four Unknowns and transferred them to the DPAA Laboratory for analysis.To identify Hartwick's remains, scientists from DPAA used anthropological analysis. Additionally, scientists from the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System used mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) analysis.Hartwick's name is permanently recorded on the Walls of the Missing at Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France, along with others still missing from WWII. A rosette will be placed next to his name to indicate he has been accounted for.Elmo is survived by his niece, Roberta Tessendorf.Arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd. Wamego, KS 66547. A memorial service with military honors are pending and will be announced.

Elmo F. Hartwick

Thomas "Tom" Richard Claman Jr., an avid chess player, former Boy Scout and adult Scout leader, harmonica player, respected data analyst, and beloved member of the Manhattan Kansas community, passed away on February 18 2024, at the age of 66. Born January 11th, 1958 in Roswell New Mexico to Kathryn "Kay" Fritz Claman and Thomas "Dick" Richard Claman Senior, Tom was the oldest of nine siblings.

Tom's parents moved often in his youngest years because his Father was a Staff Sargent in the Air Force. By the time Tom was eleven his family moved from Roswell to South Sioux City NE, to Big Springs TX, to Sioux Saint Marie MI, and then back to the Sioux City Iowa area. As Tom entered fifth grade, the family settled in Colorado Springs while his Father finished twenty years in the Air Force stationed at NORAD. His Mother also worked in Civil Service for the Airforce for her 30 plus career. As an adult, Tom lived in several states including Colorado, Illinois, Texas, and Arizona before moving to Salina Kansas in 1997.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents and youngest sister Diane Rivera. He is survived by two former wives, Denise Mallin Wilcox and Trish Steele Hackett, two step-children, Russell and Phillip Steele, and siblings: John (Salina), Teresa (Peyton CO), Norma Lewis (San Diego), Roger (Colo. Sprgs.), Joan (Peyton CO), Nancy (San Diego), and Angela (Peyton CO). He is also an uncle to fourteen nieces and nephews.

Tom graduated from Palmer High School in 1976 and The University of Colorado in 1980, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Professionally, Tom was a highly skilled database creator and analyst. For the last 17 years he worked in the marketing department for Champion Teamwear (formerly GTM) in Manhattan Kansas. Previous to GTM, he worked at Foot Locker in Junction City, and concurrently as an adjunct Instructor at K-State, Salina. Also, at MarketAide.

Tom loved playing and mentoring others in chess. He was the vice-president of the Kansas Chess Association, last year's Kansas amateur open winner, a long-time host of the Chess Booth at the yearly Renaissance Festival in Bonner Springs KS, a member of the Manhattan Chess Club, and past member of the Salina and Lindsborg Chess Clubs. One of Tom's proudest chess moments was when he was involved in hosting Mikhail Gorbachev's visit to Kansas and the Lindsborg Chess Club for two days in October 2005.

Tom's other interests included many years as a Boy Scout Leader in Salina including Wood Badge recipient and mentoring his step children in all their Boy Scout activities, membership in Colorado, Salina, and Manhattan Optimist Clubs, occasionally playing his harmonicas at open mic or with local bands, and a sixty-year love of science fiction. He was especially fond of all things "Star Trek" from the time of the very first episode in September 1966. Last spring, he greatly enjoyed a multi-day Star Trek Cruise, and he was greatly looking forward to his second Star Trek Cruise this February.

Tom left an indelible mark on his family, friends, and community that will be felt for many years to come.

A memorial service to honor the life and legacy of Tom Claman will be held on March 23rd, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home. 

In lieu of gifts or flowers, the family would like to recommend interested parties donate in his honor to the Manhattan Chess Association or the Kansas Chess Association via their online website donation pages.

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 </figure>Thomas "Tom" Richard Claman Jr., an avid chess player, former Boy Scout and adult Scout leader, harmonica player, respected data analyst, and beloved member of the Manhattan Kansas community, passed away on February 18 2024, at the age of 66. Born January 11th, 1958 in Roswell New Mexico to Kathryn "Kay" Fritz Claman and Thomas "Dick" Richard Claman Senior, Tom was the oldest of nine siblings.Tom's parents moved often in his youngest years because his Father was a Staff Sargent in the Air Force. By the time Tom was eleven his family moved from Roswell to South Sioux City NE, to Big Springs TX, to Sioux Saint Marie MI, and then back to the Sioux City Iowa area. As Tom entered fifth grade, the family settled in Colorado Springs while his Father finished twenty years in the Air Force stationed at NORAD. His Mother also worked in Civil Service for the Airforce for her 30 plus career. As an adult, Tom lived in several states including Colorado, Illinois, Texas, and Arizona before moving to Salina Kansas in 1997.Tom was preceded in death by his parents and youngest sister Diane Rivera. He is survived by two former wives, Denise Mallin Wilcox and Trish Steele Hackett, two step-children, Russell and Phillip Steele, and siblings: John (Salina), Teresa (Peyton CO), Norma Lewis (San Diego), Roger (Colo. Sprgs.), Joan (Peyton CO), Nancy (San Diego), and Angela (Peyton CO). He is also an uncle to fourteen nieces and nephews.Tom graduated from Palmer High School in 1976 and The University of Colorado in 1980, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.Professionally, Tom was a highly skilled database creator and analyst. For the last 17 years he worked in the marketing department for Champion Teamwear (formerly GTM) in Manhattan Kansas. Previous to GTM, he worked at Foot Locker in Junction City, and concurrently as an adjunct Instructor at K-State, Salina. Also, at MarketAide.Tom loved playing and mentoring others in chess. He was the vice-president of the Kansas Chess Association, last year's Kansas amateur open winner, a long-time host of the Chess Booth at the yearly Renaissance Festival in Bonner Springs KS, a member of the Manhattan Chess Club, and past member of the Salina and Lindsborg Chess Clubs. One of Tom's proudest chess moments was when he was involved in hosting Mikhail Gorbachev's visit to Kansas and the Lindsborg Chess Club for two days in October 2005.Tom's other interests included many years as a Boy Scout Leader in Salina including Wood Badge recipient and mentoring his step children in all their Boy Scout activities, membership in Colorado, Salina, and Manhattan Optimist Clubs, occasionally playing his harmonicas at open mic or with local bands, and a sixty-year love of science fiction. He was especially fond of all things "Star Trek" from the time of the very first episode in September 1966. Last spring, he greatly enjoyed a multi-day Star Trek Cruise, and he was greatly looking forward to his second Star Trek Cruise this February.Tom left an indelible mark on his family, friends, and community that will be felt for many years to come.A memorial service to honor the life and legacy of Tom Claman will be held on March 23rd, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home. In lieu of gifts or flowers, the family would like to recommend interested parties donate in his honor to the Manhattan Chess Association or the Kansas Chess Association via their online website donation pages.

Tom Claman

Roberta Surs, age 85, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on February 25, 2024.

She dedicated over 50 years of her life to Universal Securities, where she served as an&nbsp; insurance agent.&nbsp;

She was proceeded in death by her son Kelly Surs, brothers Mike and Pat, her parents Helen and Leo Marks.

Roberta is survived by her loving sons, Kevin and Kasey, who were the pride and joy of her life. Additionally, she leaves behind four cherished grandchildren and several great-grandchildren, who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.

She is also survived by her three sisters: Marjory Myers, Janet Becraft, and Kim Baldwin, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

A private burial service will be held in Ogden, Kansas, where Roberta will be laid to rest.&nbsp;

She will be buried next to her son Kelly Surs.&nbsp;

Donations can be made to the Riley County Humane society or Purple Paws

<a href="https://www.purple-paws.org/kansas-homeless-pets-donations.html">https://www.purple-paws.org/kansas-homeless-pets-donations.html</a>

<a href="https://www.rchsks.org/lending-a-helping-hand/donations">https://www.rchsks.org/lending-a-helping-hand/donations</a>

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 </figure>Roberta Surs, age 85, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on February 25, 2024.She dedicated over 50 years of her life to Universal Securities, where she served as an&nbsp; insurance agent.&nbsp;She was proceeded in death by her son Kelly Surs, brothers Mike and Pat, her parents Helen and Leo Marks.Roberta is survived by her loving sons, Kevin and Kasey, who were the pride and joy of her life. Additionally, she leaves behind four cherished grandchildren and several great-grandchildren, who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.She is also survived by her three sisters: Marjory Myers, Janet Becraft, and Kim Baldwin, along with numerous nieces and nephews.A private burial service will be held in Ogden, Kansas, where Roberta will be laid to rest.&nbsp;She will be buried next to her son Kelly Surs.&nbsp;Donations can be made to the Riley County Humane society or Purple Paws<a href="https://www.purple-paws.org/kansas-homeless-pets-donations.html">https://www.purple-paws.org/kansas-homeless-pets-donations.html</a><a href="https://www.rchsks.org/lending-a-helping-hand/donations">https://www.rchsks.org/lending-a-helping-hand/donations</a>

Roberta Marie Surs

Debra J. Chatelain was born August 24th, 1956, at Manhattan, KS, the daughter of Eugene D. Gering and Johanna N. (Casper) Gering. She passed away Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, AR at the age of 67.

She grew up in Manhattan, KS, graduating from Manhattan High in 1974. After graduating High School, she attended Manhattan Area Technical College, and worked as a clerk at Lee &amp; Butel Construction Co.

She was united in marriage to Daniel E. Chatelain on August 21st, 1982.

Mrs. Chatelain was a homemaker and spent her married life devoted to being a mother. She worked as an administrative assistant at Kansas State University and spent over 15 years volunteering; 7 years at the Et Cetera Shop in Weatherford, OK and 8 years at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO. She loved bowling, ballroom dancing and spending time with her five grandbabies. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

In addition to her husband, Mrs. Chatelain is survived by two sons, Matthew R. Chatelain and his wife Amanda, Yukon, OK, and Phillip S Chatelain and his wife, Katelyn, Tontitown, AR; three brothers, Dennis R. Gering and his wife Jerry Ann, Overland Park, KS, Alan L. Gering and his wife Leisl, Urbandale, IA, and Andy G. Gering, Manhattan; three grandsons, Peyton, Grayson and Carson Chatelain; two granddaughters Anna and Macy Chatelain; and many other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 8, 2024 from 4:00pm to 8:00 pm at Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation at 1317 W. Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.

Service will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 10:00am at&nbsp;Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation at 1317 W. Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.

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 </figure>Debra J. Chatelain was born August 24th, 1956, at Manhattan, KS, the daughter of Eugene D. Gering and Johanna N. (Casper) Gering. She passed away Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, AR at the age of 67.She grew up in Manhattan, KS, graduating from Manhattan High in 1974. After graduating High School, she attended Manhattan Area Technical College, and worked as a clerk at Lee &amp; Butel Construction Co.She was united in marriage to Daniel E. Chatelain on August 21st, 1982.Mrs. Chatelain was a homemaker and spent her married life devoted to being a mother. She worked as an administrative assistant at Kansas State University and spent over 15 years volunteering; 7 years at the Et Cetera Shop in Weatherford, OK and 8 years at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO. She loved bowling, ballroom dancing and spending time with her five grandbabies. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.In addition to her husband, Mrs. Chatelain is survived by two sons, Matthew R. Chatelain and his wife Amanda, Yukon, OK, and Phillip S Chatelain and his wife, Katelyn, Tontitown, AR; three brothers, Dennis R. Gering and his wife Jerry Ann, Overland Park, KS, Alan L. Gering and his wife Leisl, Urbandale, IA, and Andy G. Gering, Manhattan; three grandsons, Peyton, Grayson and Carson Chatelain; two granddaughters Anna and Macy Chatelain; and many other relatives and friends.Visitation will be held on Friday, March 8, 2024 from 4:00pm to 8:00 pm at Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation at 1317 W. Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.Service will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 10:00am at&nbsp;Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation at 1317 W. Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas.

Debra Chatelain

Richard B. “Rick” Aikman, age 66, passed away at his home in Blue Rapids.

Rick was born July 18, 1957, in Osceola, Iowa, the son of Robert and Agnes (Kemp) Aikman. &nbsp;Rick grew up and completed his education at Moreno Valley High School in Riverside, California, graduating in 1975. &nbsp;He moved to Natoma, Kansas in 1981. &nbsp;He also took drafting classes at Beloit Technical College.

In 1992, he met and six months later married his wife of thirty-one years, Karla Aikman. &nbsp;His son Kyle was four and his daughter Krystle was three when he became their dad. &nbsp;He lived in Natoma, Kansas, for thirty-seven years before moving to Blue Rapids in 2017.

When Rick lived in Natoma he worked as a Boom operator for the Prader Construction Pipeline crew out of Russell. &nbsp; His boss couldn’t remember his name, so he would say “go get that guy from Natoma”, and that became his nickname. &nbsp;Rick was a jack of all trades, he did fencing and construction. &nbsp;In the early 1990’s he opened Natoma Wood Works. &nbsp;He made many custom items, including: cabinets, wood boxes, chess boards; you name it he could build it. &nbsp;To name a few things he made, he remodeled the club house in Hutchinson, built one of the bridges and stairways at a campground at Sturgis, and remodeled his and Karla’s home. &nbsp;After making a casket for his dear friend Archie, he was planning on making his own. &nbsp; He didn’t get to. &nbsp;

Rick loved music, he would lay down with the music cranked as loud as it would go and would be in his happy place. &nbsp;Some of his favorites were Jefferson Airplane, Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead, Frank Zappa, Buffalo Springfield and of course Dago. &nbsp;At their wedding, Rick dedicated “Kind Woman” from Buffalo Springfield to Karla. &nbsp;He taught himself how to play the guitar, he and his sister Maggie played together. &nbsp;He was so proud of her. &nbsp;He liked playing chess and he was very good at it. &nbsp;If you could beat him, you’d be staying around until he upped you one. &nbsp;Rick’s love for animals was a love like no other. &nbsp;Thorzene the Wonder Dog, Nick Boy, Gunner, Darby and Maggie Magpie. &nbsp; His Magpie never left his side to the day he passed away.

When Karla asked some of his favorite brothers what words best describe Natoma; one heck of a good brother, a true friend, true to his beliefs, respectful, loyal as they come, one of a kind, took care of business, and you could trust him with your life.

He started riding a Harley when he was a young man. &nbsp;His first bike was a 74 shovelhead with a suicide clutch. &nbsp;He loved that bike. &nbsp;When he moved to Kansas he started a group with a few guys from Russell, called Ride The Iron. &nbsp;Shortly after that he became a member of the Sons of Silence MC. &nbsp;He joined on January 4, 1990, and retired after twenty nine years in 2017. &nbsp;He was most proud of the years he spent as Nomad President from 2000 to 2012. &nbsp;He stepped down when his diabetes kicked in, and it became difficult to travel EMFP. &nbsp;He then took the role of President of the Western Kansas Chapter of the SOS MC.

Another one of Ricks proud moments was the Nomad Great Race 2005, Endurance Dash, going from the SOS Clubhouse in Montrose, Colorado to the Iron Horseman Clubhouse in Sangerville, Maine. &nbsp;First to arrive, with no support vehicle and no stops except for gas, the Grand Prize was time on the road with your brothers and stories to tell. &nbsp;First place won lifetime bragging rights. &nbsp;The ride was 2020 miles one way. &nbsp;Five brothers made it, Natoma said he finished last, but he finished.

In those twenty nine years, all the miles, all the smiles, all the memories of BUAN, what he loved more than anything was his brothers he met on the way, EMFP.

Rick’s survivors include his wife Karla, his two children Kyle (Wendy) Kruse of Waterville and Krystle (Devin) Zimmer of St. George, five grandchildren: Laekyn, Carsen, Skyler, Kayleigh and Phentyn, and by special nieces and nephews: Richard, Timothy (Jammie), Bonnie (“T”), Stacie (Jay), Casey (Shayne) and Lance (Brenda).

Preceding Rick in death are his parents and two sisters: Margaret Aikman and Mary Ann Aikman, and many SOS MC Brothers.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Prospect Hill Cemetery, north of Blue Rapids. &nbsp;Casket bearers are Kyle Kruse, Richard Frazier, Joet Ramsey, Leonard Ramsey, Lance Colle and Gary Bieler. &nbsp;Honorary Bearers are Drew Laffery, Tim Frazier, Dylan Frazier, Laekyn Hilt, Carsen Hilt, Delmar Yungeberg, Jarret Blocklinger, Jordan Blocklinger, Ethan Shanks, Wyatt Shank, Tafaomaleuctogi Garman and Jay Smith. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Rick Aikman Memorial Fund&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

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 </figure>Richard B. “Rick” Aikman, age 66, passed away at his home in Blue Rapids.Rick was born July 18, 1957, in Osceola, Iowa, the son of Robert and Agnes (Kemp) Aikman. &nbsp;Rick grew up and completed his education at Moreno Valley High School in Riverside, California, graduating in 1975. &nbsp;He moved to Natoma, Kansas in 1981. &nbsp;He also took drafting classes at Beloit Technical College.In 1992, he met and six months later married his wife of thirty-one years, Karla Aikman. &nbsp;His son Kyle was four and his daughter Krystle was three when he became their dad. &nbsp;He lived in Natoma, Kansas, for thirty-seven years before moving to Blue Rapids in 2017.When Rick lived in Natoma he worked as a Boom operator for the Prader Construction Pipeline crew out of Russell. &nbsp; His boss couldn’t remember his name, so he would say “go get that guy from Natoma”, and that became his nickname. &nbsp;Rick was a jack of all trades, he did fencing and construction. &nbsp;In the early 1990’s he opened Natoma Wood Works. &nbsp;He made many custom items, including: cabinets, wood boxes, chess boards; you name it he could build it. &nbsp;To name a few things he made, he remodeled the club house in Hutchinson, built one of the bridges and stairways at a campground at Sturgis, and remodeled his and Karla’s home. &nbsp;After making a casket for his dear friend Archie, he was planning on making his own. &nbsp; He didn’t get to. &nbsp;Rick loved music, he would lay down with the music cranked as loud as it would go and would be in his happy place. &nbsp;Some of his favorites were Jefferson Airplane, Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead, Frank Zappa, Buffalo Springfield and of course Dago. &nbsp;At their wedding, Rick dedicated “Kind Woman” from Buffalo Springfield to Karla. &nbsp;He taught himself how to play the guitar, he and his sister Maggie played together. &nbsp;He was so proud of her. &nbsp;He liked playing chess and he was very good at it. &nbsp;If you could beat him, you’d be staying around until he upped you one. &nbsp;Rick’s love for animals was a love like no other. &nbsp;Thorzene the Wonder Dog, Nick Boy, Gunner, Darby and Maggie Magpie. &nbsp; His Magpie never left his side to the day he passed away.When Karla asked some of his favorite brothers what words best describe Natoma; one heck of a good brother, a true friend, true to his beliefs, respectful, loyal as they come, one of a kind, took care of business, and you could trust him with your life.He started riding a Harley when he was a young man. &nbsp;His first bike was a 74 shovelhead with a suicide clutch. &nbsp;He loved that bike. &nbsp;When he moved to Kansas he started a group with a few guys from Russell, called Ride The Iron. &nbsp;Shortly after that he became a member of the Sons of Silence MC. &nbsp;He joined on January 4, 1990, and retired after twenty nine years in 2017. &nbsp;He was most proud of the years he spent as Nomad President from 2000 to 2012. &nbsp;He stepped down when his diabetes kicked in, and it became difficult to travel EMFP. &nbsp;He then took the role of President of the Western Kansas Chapter of the SOS MC.Another one of Ricks proud moments was the Nomad Great Race 2005, Endurance Dash, going from the SOS Clubhouse in Montrose, Colorado to the Iron Horseman Clubhouse in Sangerville, Maine. &nbsp;First to arrive, with no support vehicle and no stops except for gas, the Grand Prize was time on the road with your brothers and stories to tell. &nbsp;First place won lifetime bragging rights. &nbsp;The ride was 2020 miles one way. &nbsp;Five brothers made it, Natoma said he finished last, but he finished.In those twenty nine years, all the miles, all the smiles, all the memories of BUAN, what he loved more than anything was his brothers he met on the way, EMFP.Rick’s survivors include his wife Karla, his two children Kyle (Wendy) Kruse of Waterville and Krystle (Devin) Zimmer of St. George, five grandchildren: Laekyn, Carsen, Skyler, Kayleigh and Phentyn, and by special nieces and nephews: Richard, Timothy (Jammie), Bonnie (“T”), Stacie (Jay), Casey (Shayne) and Lance (Brenda).Preceding Rick in death are his parents and two sisters: Margaret Aikman and Mary Ann Aikman, and many SOS MC Brothers.Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Prospect Hill Cemetery, north of Blue Rapids. &nbsp;Casket bearers are Kyle Kruse, Richard Frazier, Joet Ramsey, Leonard Ramsey, Lance Colle and Gary Bieler. &nbsp;Honorary Bearers are Drew Laffery, Tim Frazier, Dylan Frazier, Laekyn Hilt, Carsen Hilt, Delmar Yungeberg, Jarret Blocklinger, Jordan Blocklinger, Ethan Shanks, Wyatt Shank, Tafaomaleuctogi Garman and Jay Smith. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Prospect Hill Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to the Rick Aikman Memorial Fund&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Rick Aikman

Henry Lee Meyer, age 88 of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024, surrounded by family in Elkhart, Indiana. He spent his last day with his little great-grandchildren, who would all come into his room to check on him throughout the day.

Lee was born on December 19, 1935, in Clay Center, the son of Henry and Elizabeth (Renz) Meyer. &nbsp;He was so tiny– three pounds, received lots of loving care from his mama, and even fit in a shoebox! Lee graduated from Riley Rural High School, then Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in finance. &nbsp;He played football and basketball in High School and attended many High School Reunions. He was proud of– and loved his family farm roots in Riley County, KS.

On June 4, 1958, he married his high school sweetheart, Jolene Kaye Bohnenblust– the love of his life. They were happily married for 66 years and served as a great example of honoring their marriage covenant before our Lord. His greatest pride and joy were his family that he built with Jolene. They supported their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren with all their endeavors– going to volleyball and soccer games, choir concerts, cheerleading competitions, debate team, and graduations. They even traveled to Spain to join their oldest grandchild during her study abroad semester in college.

Lee was the Director of Finance for the City of Shawnee, Kansas, Director of Finance for the City of Gladstone, Missouri and employed in the Finance Department of Platte Pipeline. He was exceptional with numbers &amp; followed the stock market fervently. He was always loved and cherished by his coworkers and friends.

Lee was involved in the Optimist Club and was a Lifetime Member of the United Methodist Church, including: Shawnee Methodist Church, Lenexa Methodist Church, and Faubion Methodist Church. He &amp; Jolene were active members in Sunday School and served as Youth Group Leaders. He served our country in the armed forces from 1958 to 1960– where he &amp; Jolene were stationed at Fort Bragg.

Lee was a social butterfly and loved to converse with anyone who would listen. His favorite topics of conversation included politics, religion, history, and vocabulary words– he ruffled some feathers, sometimes! Some would describe him as cantankerous or a curmudgeon, but he was the sweetest on the inside. Lee had a tender heart and was passionate about encouraging the underdog and helping those in need. His hobbies included collecting tobacco pipes, dancing with the square dance club, and bowling with the league– but he mostly showed up to spend time with his wife and have some great conversations. Every year he took his family to Table Rock Lake and stayed in Shell Knob– and even bought a boat for the family to continue the tradition. In his later years, he enjoyed strolling around Costco or Aldi and take his boy, Baxter his beloved yorkie, on walks in the park. Lee loved a good conversation with his neighbors with a Moscow mule or homemade kombucha in hand, during a competitive game of dominoes.

He is survived by his wife, Jolene Meyer; two daughters, Pamela Coe and her husband, Dr. Douglas of Leawood, Kansas, and Kimberly Linton of Elkhart, Indiana; three grandchildren, Emily Coe, Sara Coe, and Brieana Knight (Nathanael), and three great grandchildren, Lance Knight, Charlotte Knight, and Nolan Knight.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Letha Wilson&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the Fairview Presbyterian Church with Pastor Gerry Sharp officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Henry Lee Meyer, age 88 of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024, surrounded by family in Elkhart, Indiana. He spent his last day with his little great-grandchildren, who would all come into his room to check on him throughout the day.Lee was born on December 19, 1935, in Clay Center, the son of Henry and Elizabeth (Renz) Meyer. &nbsp;He was so tiny– three pounds, received lots of loving care from his mama, and even fit in a shoebox! Lee graduated from Riley Rural High School, then Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in finance. &nbsp;He played football and basketball in High School and attended many High School Reunions. He was proud of– and loved his family farm roots in Riley County, KS.On June 4, 1958, he married his high school sweetheart, Jolene Kaye Bohnenblust– the love of his life. They were happily married for 66 years and served as a great example of honoring their marriage covenant before our Lord. His greatest pride and joy were his family that he built with Jolene. They supported their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren with all their endeavors– going to volleyball and soccer games, choir concerts, cheerleading competitions, debate team, and graduations. They even traveled to Spain to join their oldest grandchild during her study abroad semester in college.Lee was the Director of Finance for the City of Shawnee, Kansas, Director of Finance for the City of Gladstone, Missouri and employed in the Finance Department of Platte Pipeline. He was exceptional with numbers &amp; followed the stock market fervently. He was always loved and cherished by his coworkers and friends.Lee was involved in the Optimist Club and was a Lifetime Member of the United Methodist Church, including: Shawnee Methodist Church, Lenexa Methodist Church, and Faubion Methodist Church. He &amp; Jolene were active members in Sunday School and served as Youth Group Leaders. He served our country in the armed forces from 1958 to 1960– where he &amp; Jolene were stationed at Fort Bragg.Lee was a social butterfly and loved to converse with anyone who would listen. His favorite topics of conversation included politics, religion, history, and vocabulary words– he ruffled some feathers, sometimes! Some would describe him as cantankerous or a curmudgeon, but he was the sweetest on the inside. Lee had a tender heart and was passionate about encouraging the underdog and helping those in need. His hobbies included collecting tobacco pipes, dancing with the square dance club, and bowling with the league– but he mostly showed up to spend time with his wife and have some great conversations. Every year he took his family to Table Rock Lake and stayed in Shell Knob– and even bought a boat for the family to continue the tradition. In his later years, he enjoyed strolling around Costco or Aldi and take his boy, Baxter his beloved yorkie, on walks in the park. Lee loved a good conversation with his neighbors with a Moscow mule or homemade kombucha in hand, during a competitive game of dominoes.He is survived by his wife, Jolene Meyer; two daughters, Pamela Coe and her husband, Dr. Douglas of Leawood, Kansas, and Kimberly Linton of Elkhart, Indiana; three grandchildren, Emily Coe, Sara Coe, and Brieana Knight (Nathanael), and three great grandchildren, Lance Knight, Charlotte Knight, and Nolan Knight.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Letha Wilson&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the Fairview Presbyterian Church with Pastor Gerry Sharp officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Henry Meyer

Linda Joleen (Isernhagen) Ferguson was born February 9th, 1948 in Smith Center, KS to Arnold and Aleen Isernhagen. Linda attended elementary school and junior high in Agra, KS. She attended high school and graduated from Kensington High School in Kensington, KS. That is where she met Jon Ferguson who she married on August 11,1968.

After high school, Linda attended dental assistant school in Emporia, KS. Following her marriage to Jon, they made their home in Manhattan, KS while Jon finished his Engineering degree at Kansas State University. 

Following Jon’s graduation from K-State, the couple moved to Boston, MA where Jon attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Linda worked at Dr. Mann’s dental practice. Linda had many stories to tell about her time working in Boston. The best story that she told was how she worked on a man named Rick Otcasek’s teeth. At the time, Rick was the lead singer for a band called Milkwood. He would later change the spelling of his name and become Rick Ocasek, the lead singer for the Cars.

While living in Boston, Jon and Linda enjoyed the many activities the city had to offer. They also traveled throughout New England enjoying the beautiful scenery. Linda loved nature and all things outdoors.

In 1973, Jon and Linda made the decision to move back to Kensington, KS. They made their home north of Kensington, KS for 41 years while Jon worked and ran the family ranch and farm along with his sister and brother-in-law, Janis and Lyn Lee. Linda was every bit the “rancher” that Jon was. Linda cooked many meals for the ranch employees. She helped work cattle, sprayed musk thistle and ran countless ranch errands. In addition to the routine day-to-day ranching Linda did, she also played nurse whenever dad had a ranching accident. If you know anything about Jon’s ranch related injury count, you know that nursing was often a full-time job for Linda.

When Linda wasn’t busy ranching, she was busy being an amazing mother to her two daughters. Emily Brooke Ferguson was born on February 13th, 1975, and Olivia Paige (Ferguson) Rogers was born on January 31st, 1979. As a family, Jon, Linda, Emily and Oliva enjoyed family camping vacations to Colorado and the Rocky Mountains, Yellowstone and Canada. (If you get a chance, ask Jon or Emily how the trip to Canada went.)

Linda was quite the “dance mom” shuttling Emily and Olivia to weekly dance lessons and making sure their costumes, hair and make-up were perfect for recitals. She was always there after each recital with a bouquet of carnations for both girls. Linda’s love and support for her daughters was unconditional and unending.

Love and support was a theme throughout Linda’s life. She was sometimes a second mom to nieces and nephews and Emily’s and Olivia’s closest friends. (Coleen &amp; Jess). Linda had a kind heart and always wanted to help people who might be struggling. This is what led her to become a drug and alcohol counselor during the 1980’s. Linda made a difference by helping patients 1:1. She also sat on the board of the Smoky Hill Foundation in Hays, KS.

Jon and Linda retired from cattle ranching in 2014 and moved to Manhattan, KS where they have many friends and were able to enjoy various social engagements and performing arts events. Few events were ever as important to Linda as K-State football and basketball games. The family has had season tickets to football for many years as well as basketball since they moved to Manhattan. Linda was queen of the tailgate! She loved a good party, and she loved spending time with her family and friends in the parking lot of “The Bill”. Oh, and she liked to watch football and basketball too!

Linda and Jon were dog lovers. Throughout their life together, Linda was the best dog my mom ever to three Basset Hounds (Rufus, Zachary and Ruben) a Shih Tzu (Suchi), two Brittany Spaniels (Ray and Jack), a Springer Spaniel (Sammy) and three soft-coated Wheaten Terriers (Ellie, Rudy and Harry). Linda was also a pretty great dog grandma to Dexter Rogers.

Linda was an avid flower gardener, and she loved to putter around her yard in Manhattan pruning plants and pulling weeds and care for the large fish pond in their front yard. She instilled this love of flowers in both Emily and Olivia. To this day, nothing makes Emily happier than planting flowers in the spring and taking care of them throughout the summer.

In recent years, Jon and Linda enjoyed traveling both with Emily and Oliva and their families and with other family members and friends. Linda loved seeing and experiencing new places. Linda especially loved a tropical location with a beach and a cocktail!

Three years ago Linda and Jon and the family suffered a horrible tragedy with the loss of Oliva to a five year battle with metastatic breast cancer. Jon and Linda were a huge support to each other during the months and years that passed after Olivia’s passing. The way they got through that incredibly difficult time was a testament to their love and support of each other.

Linda passed away on March 5th, 2024 after being diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis in 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold Isernhagen and Aleen Schalansky and her daughter, Olivia Rogers. Linda is survived by her husband Jon, daughter Emily, Emily’s significant other Toby Bargar, son-in-law Willie Rogers, grandsons Henry and Oscar Rogers, sisters Sharon Elliott (Jim) and Mary Struckhoff (Cory), brother-in-law Donald Ferguson (Signe) and sister-in-law Janis Lee (Lyn), nephews David, Brian (Amy Brooks) and Daniel Lee and nieces Kristine Meyer, Daneen Deam (Chris) and Angiela Meyer (Eddy Krygiel) along with many more family and friends and of course her baby dog Harry.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, March 11th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Pastor Devin Wendt officiating. Private family inurnment will be in the Johnson County Memorial Gardens in Overland Park, KS.

Memorials may be made to the Kensington Home Charitable Foundation in Linda’s name and sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Linda Joleen (Isernhagen) Ferguson was born February 9th, 1948 in Smith Center, KS to Arnold and Aleen Isernhagen. Linda attended elementary school and junior high in Agra, KS. She attended high school and graduated from Kensington High School in Kensington, KS. That is where she met Jon Ferguson who she married on August 11,1968.After high school, Linda attended dental assistant school in Emporia, KS. Following her marriage to Jon, they made their home in Manhattan, KS while Jon finished his Engineering degree at Kansas State University. Following Jon’s graduation from K-State, the couple moved to Boston, MA where Jon attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Linda worked at Dr. Mann’s dental practice. Linda had many stories to tell about her time working in Boston. The best story that she told was how she worked on a man named Rick Otcasek’s teeth. At the time, Rick was the lead singer for a band called Milkwood. He would later change the spelling of his name and become Rick Ocasek, the lead singer for the Cars.While living in Boston, Jon and Linda enjoyed the many activities the city had to offer. They also traveled throughout New England enjoying the beautiful scenery. Linda loved nature and all things outdoors.In 1973, Jon and Linda made the decision to move back to Kensington, KS. They made their home north of Kensington, KS for 41 years while Jon worked and ran the family ranch and farm along with his sister and brother-in-law, Janis and Lyn Lee. Linda was every bit the “rancher” that Jon was. Linda cooked many meals for the ranch employees. She helped work cattle, sprayed musk thistle and ran countless ranch errands. In addition to the routine day-to-day ranching Linda did, she also played nurse whenever dad had a ranching accident. If you know anything about Jon’s ranch related injury count, you know that nursing was often a full-time job for Linda.When Linda wasn’t busy ranching, she was busy being an amazing mother to her two daughters. Emily Brooke Ferguson was born on February 13th, 1975, and Olivia Paige (Ferguson) Rogers was born on January 31st, 1979. As a family, Jon, Linda, Emily and Oliva enjoyed family camping vacations to Colorado and the Rocky Mountains, Yellowstone and Canada. (If you get a chance, ask Jon or Emily how the trip to Canada went.)Linda was quite the “dance mom” shuttling Emily and Olivia to weekly dance lessons and making sure their costumes, hair and make-up were perfect for recitals. She was always there after each recital with a bouquet of carnations for both girls. Linda’s love and support for her daughters was unconditional and unending.Love and support was a theme throughout Linda’s life. She was sometimes a second mom to nieces and nephews and Emily’s and Olivia’s closest friends. (Coleen &amp; Jess). Linda had a kind heart and always wanted to help people who might be struggling. This is what led her to become a drug and alcohol counselor during the 1980’s. Linda made a difference by helping patients 1:1. She also sat on the board of the Smoky Hill Foundation in Hays, KS.Jon and Linda retired from cattle ranching in 2014 and moved to Manhattan, KS where they have many friends and were able to enjoy various social engagements and performing arts events. Few events were ever as important to Linda as K-State football and basketball games. The family has had season tickets to football for many years as well as basketball since they moved to Manhattan. Linda was queen of the tailgate! She loved a good party, and she loved spending time with her family and friends in the parking lot of “The Bill”. Oh, and she liked to watch football and basketball too!Linda and Jon were dog lovers. Throughout their life together, Linda was the best dog my mom ever to three Basset Hounds (Rufus, Zachary and Ruben) a Shih Tzu (Suchi), two Brittany Spaniels (Ray and Jack), a Springer Spaniel (Sammy) and three soft-coated Wheaten Terriers (Ellie, Rudy and Harry). Linda was also a pretty great dog grandma to Dexter Rogers.Linda was an avid flower gardener, and she loved to putter around her yard in Manhattan pruning plants and pulling weeds and care for the large fish pond in their front yard. She instilled this love of flowers in both Emily and Olivia. To this day, nothing makes Emily happier than planting flowers in the spring and taking care of them throughout the summer.In recent years, Jon and Linda enjoyed traveling both with Emily and Oliva and their families and with other family members and friends. Linda loved seeing and experiencing new places. Linda especially loved a tropical location with a beach and a cocktail!Three years ago Linda and Jon and the family suffered a horrible tragedy with the loss of Oliva to a five year battle with metastatic breast cancer. Jon and Linda were a huge support to each other during the months and years that passed after Olivia’s passing. The way they got through that incredibly difficult time was a testament to their love and support of each other.Linda passed away on March 5th, 2024 after being diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis in 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold Isernhagen and Aleen Schalansky and her daughter, Olivia Rogers. Linda is survived by her husband Jon, daughter Emily, Emily’s significant other Toby Bargar, son-in-law Willie Rogers, grandsons Henry and Oscar Rogers, sisters Sharon Elliott (Jim) and Mary Struckhoff (Cory), brother-in-law Donald Ferguson (Signe) and sister-in-law Janis Lee (Lyn), nephews David, Brian (Amy Brooks) and Daniel Lee and nieces Kristine Meyer, Daneen Deam (Chris) and Angiela Meyer (Eddy Krygiel) along with many more family and friends and of course her baby dog Harry.Memorial services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, March 11th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Pastor Devin Wendt officiating. Private family inurnment will be in the Johnson County Memorial Gardens in Overland Park, KS.Memorials may be made to the Kensington Home Charitable Foundation in Linda’s name and sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Linda Joleen Ferguson

Hosea Snyder Harkness passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on March 11, 1933 in Clay Center, Kansas, to Charles A. and Alice Harkness. Hosea grew up on the family farm near Greenleaf, Kansas, and graduated from Greenleaf High School in 1951.

Hosea attended Kansas State University for two years before entering the U.S. Army, serving in Japan. He returned to KSU, receiving a B.S. in Agriculture and an M.S. in Agricultural Economics and Statistics. He married Lily Copeland of Waterville, Kansas on June 2, 1956.

He took a position with the USDA Crop Reporting Service in Topeka, Kansas after graduation, working in offices in Kansas, Utah, Illinois, Washington, D.C., and Arkansas. In 1968, after ten years of government service, Hosea began working at Cook Industries and then Sparks Commodities in Memphis, Tennessee, doing on-the-ground observation of crop yields and developing statistical techniques to forecast crop yields and production, prior to the official release of government reports. He expanded these techniques developed in the US market to several other countries, most notably Brazil and Argentina. Over 25 years, he traveled to more than 25 countries gathering crop information, including more than 50 trips to South America.

After retiring in 1998, Hosea continued to consult for a select group of clients. He also indulged his interests in antique vehicles, toy farm implements, Pickard porcelain, and supporting Lily’s porcelain art ventures, as well as cheering for the Kansas State Wildcats. He and Lily split time between Memphis, Gull Lake, Minnesota, and Fountain Hills, Arizona before moving to Fountain Hills full time in 2002. After Lily’s death in 2020, Hosea moved to Meadowlark Hills.

Hosea’s favorite place in the world was Iguaçu Falls on the Brazil/Argentina border. He was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church and is a member of First Lutheran Church in Manhattan. He was proud of being 43 years sober.&nbsp;

Hosea was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Lily Harkness. He is survived by his children, Rebecca (Pamela Gay) and Donald (Margaret), and grandchildren, Elizabeth, Sarah, Rebecca, and John. He is also survived by one sibling, Mary Teschner, many nieces and nephews, as well as numerous colleagues who still use the crop forecasting methods he pioneered.

The family wishes to thank Georgia Adolf and the staff of Miller House at Meadowlark Hills for the loving care provided Hosea.&nbsp;

A viewing is planned from noon to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 11, 2024 at the St. Mark Lutheran Church in Waterville with Pastor David Thompson officiating. Kim Oatney will be the musician. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas State University Foundation directed to the Hosea S. Harkness Agricultural Economics Scholarship, Fund No. O67605. Contributions may be left in care of the Christie-Anderes Funeral Home, PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

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 </figure>Hosea Snyder Harkness passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Meadowlark Hills in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on March 11, 1933 in Clay Center, Kansas, to Charles A. and Alice Harkness. Hosea grew up on the family farm near Greenleaf, Kansas, and graduated from Greenleaf High School in 1951.Hosea attended Kansas State University for two years before entering the U.S. Army, serving in Japan. He returned to KSU, receiving a B.S. in Agriculture and an M.S. in Agricultural Economics and Statistics. He married Lily Copeland of Waterville, Kansas on June 2, 1956.He took a position with the USDA Crop Reporting Service in Topeka, Kansas after graduation, working in offices in Kansas, Utah, Illinois, Washington, D.C., and Arkansas. In 1968, after ten years of government service, Hosea began working at Cook Industries and then Sparks Commodities in Memphis, Tennessee, doing on-the-ground observation of crop yields and developing statistical techniques to forecast crop yields and production, prior to the official release of government reports. He expanded these techniques developed in the US market to several other countries, most notably Brazil and Argentina. Over 25 years, he traveled to more than 25 countries gathering crop information, including more than 50 trips to South America.After retiring in 1998, Hosea continued to consult for a select group of clients. He also indulged his interests in antique vehicles, toy farm implements, Pickard porcelain, and supporting Lily’s porcelain art ventures, as well as cheering for the Kansas State Wildcats. He and Lily split time between Memphis, Gull Lake, Minnesota, and Fountain Hills, Arizona before moving to Fountain Hills full time in 2002. After Lily’s death in 2020, Hosea moved to Meadowlark Hills.Hosea’s favorite place in the world was Iguaçu Falls on the Brazil/Argentina border. He was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church and is a member of First Lutheran Church in Manhattan. He was proud of being 43 years sober.&nbsp;Hosea was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Lily Harkness. He is survived by his children, Rebecca (Pamela Gay) and Donald (Margaret), and grandchildren, Elizabeth, Sarah, Rebecca, and John. He is also survived by one sibling, Mary Teschner, many nieces and nephews, as well as numerous colleagues who still use the crop forecasting methods he pioneered.The family wishes to thank Georgia Adolf and the staff of Miller House at Meadowlark Hills for the loving care provided Hosea.&nbsp;A viewing is planned from noon to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 11, 2024 at the St. Mark Lutheran Church in Waterville with Pastor David Thompson officiating. Kim Oatney will be the musician. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas State University Foundation directed to the Hosea S. Harkness Agricultural Economics Scholarship, Fund No. O67605. Contributions may be left in care of the Christie-Anderes Funeral Home, PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Hosea Snyder Harkness

David L. Hogan, age 64, of Blue Rapids passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.

David was born on April 14, 1959, at Fort Riley, to Clarence J. and Wilma J. (Nemechek) Hogan. On April 1, 1985, he marred Verna “Sue” Scaggs in South of the Boarder in South Carolina. &nbsp;Sue passed away in 2013.

During his years with his bride they had many adventures. They worked as Carnival workers in Texas. They enjoyed being volunteer workers in a renaissances fair, dressing the part and living in a tent during the summer before coming back to Waterville for a short time to work at Landolls. They moved to Beatrice Neb where Sue passed away and David found his love for caring for others earning his CNA and returning to Blue Rapids where he worked for Blue Valley Health and Rehab.

Survivors include his siblings James (Susan) Hogan, Roxanne (Allen) Nugent, and Patty (Rick) Moeller all of Waterville, Karen (Roger) Hunter of Topeka, Patrick (Gayla) Hogan of Marysville, and Scott (Tammy) Hogan of Columbus, Nebraska.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Wilma, and by his wife Sue.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Waterville Community Center. &nbsp;A private inurnment will follow at a later date.

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 </figure>David L. Hogan, age 64, of Blue Rapids passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.David was born on April 14, 1959, at Fort Riley, to Clarence J. and Wilma J. (Nemechek) Hogan. On April 1, 1985, he marred Verna “Sue” Scaggs in South of the Boarder in South Carolina. &nbsp;Sue passed away in 2013.During his years with his bride they had many adventures. They worked as Carnival workers in Texas. They enjoyed being volunteer workers in a renaissances fair, dressing the part and living in a tent during the summer before coming back to Waterville for a short time to work at Landolls. They moved to Beatrice Neb where Sue passed away and David found his love for caring for others earning his CNA and returning to Blue Rapids where he worked for Blue Valley Health and Rehab.Survivors include his siblings James (Susan) Hogan, Roxanne (Allen) Nugent, and Patty (Rick) Moeller all of Waterville, Karen (Roger) Hunter of Topeka, Patrick (Gayla) Hogan of Marysville, and Scott (Tammy) Hogan of Columbus, Nebraska.David was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Wilma, and by his wife Sue.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Waterville Community Center. &nbsp;A private inurnment will follow at a later date.

David L. Hogan

Richard Henry, 84, of Clay Center died on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at the Clay County Medical Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born August 15, 1939 outside of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, the son of Ray and Nellie Henry.&nbsp;&nbsp;Richard was a Postal Carrier for the United States Post Office.&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Donald and sister Pauline.

He is survived by his wife, Sherill of Clay Center, Kansas; son, Jerry Ray Henry of Dunnsville, Virginia,and 5 grandchildren.

Richard Henry, 84, of Clay Center died on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at the Clay County Medical Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born August 15, 1939 outside of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, the son of Ray and Nellie Henry.&nbsp;&nbsp;Richard was a Postal Carrier for the United States Post Office.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Donald and sister Pauline.He is survived by his wife, Sherill of Clay Center, Kansas; son, Jerry Ray Henry of Dunnsville, Virginia,and 5 grandchildren.

Richard Henry

Dale F. Correll, 87, of Abilene passed away February 28, 2024.

 He was born September 22, 1936 in Abilene, Kansas, the son of Frank and Alice (McCosh) Correll. He grew up in Detroit, Kansas and graduated from Chapman High School in 1954 and graduated from Kansas State University with a major in Business Administration. On June 9, 1955 he was united in marriage to Eleanor Lehman at the Carlton Presbyterian Church and celebrated 68 years of marriage together, making their home North of Abilene in the Buckeye community.

 Dale farmed and ranched in his earlier days. He worked as a brakeman for the Rock Island Railroad in Herington for several years. He was sales manager and vice-president at Wyatt Manufacturing, Salina, Kansas. He was president of Mutual Aid Association of the Church of the Brethren for many years. He finished his insurance career as owner of his own national insurance company. He was named chairman of the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) and served the organization for many years. Dale was a lifelong member of the Buckeye Church of the Brethren. He also served as a board member of Symphony in the Flint Hills. Dale held many titles throughout his life but he was most proud of being a good husband, father, grandfather and friend.

 Dale is survived by his loving wife, Eleanor, of the home. Children: Sally Nelson; Cindy Krehbiel (John); Debbie Tasker (Russell) and Cheryl Zumbrunn (Dennis). Grandchildren: Drew Burkholder (Athena); Kari Rook (Jarred); Will Krehbiel; Robb Krehbiel; JJ Krehbiel; Matthew Sidener (Brooke); Mark Sidener (Tori) and Alicia Kingsley (Chris). Five great-grandchildren and two siblings, Nadine Lauer and Marilyn Helmer (Martin). He was preceded in death by his parents, two grandchildren, Kristin Burkholder and Joel Zumbrunn and one sister, Doris Moore.

 The family has chosen cremation. Family will receive friends Tuesday, March 5, 2024 from 5-7&nbsp; p.m. at Danner Funeral Home. A private family burial will take place at the Buckeye Cemetery at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas, 67410.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709580139477.png" alt="Dale F. Correll" />
 <figcaption>Dale F. Correll</figcaption>
 </figure>Dale F. Correll, 87, of Abilene passed away February 28, 2024. He was born September 22, 1936 in Abilene, Kansas, the son of Frank and Alice (McCosh) Correll. He grew up in Detroit, Kansas and graduated from Chapman High School in 1954 and graduated from Kansas State University with a major in Business Administration. On June 9, 1955 he was united in marriage to Eleanor Lehman at the Carlton Presbyterian Church and celebrated 68 years of marriage together, making their home North of Abilene in the Buckeye community. Dale farmed and ranched in his earlier days. He worked as a brakeman for the Rock Island Railroad in Herington for several years. He was sales manager and vice-president at Wyatt Manufacturing, Salina, Kansas. He was president of Mutual Aid Association of the Church of the Brethren for many years. He finished his insurance career as owner of his own national insurance company. He was named chairman of the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) and served the organization for many years. Dale was a lifelong member of the Buckeye Church of the Brethren. He also served as a board member of Symphony in the Flint Hills. Dale held many titles throughout his life but he was most proud of being a good husband, father, grandfather and friend. Dale is survived by his loving wife, Eleanor, of the home. Children: Sally Nelson; Cindy Krehbiel (John); Debbie Tasker (Russell) and Cheryl Zumbrunn (Dennis). Grandchildren: Drew Burkholder (Athena); Kari Rook (Jarred); Will Krehbiel; Robb Krehbiel; JJ Krehbiel; Matthew Sidener (Brooke); Mark Sidener (Tori) and Alicia Kingsley (Chris). Five great-grandchildren and two siblings, Nadine Lauer and Marilyn Helmer (Martin). He was preceded in death by his parents, two grandchildren, Kristin Burkholder and Joel Zumbrunn and one sister, Doris Moore. The family has chosen cremation. Family will receive friends Tuesday, March 5, 2024 from 5-7&nbsp; p.m. at Danner Funeral Home. A private family burial will take place at the Buckeye Cemetery at a later date. The family suggests memorials be given to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas, 67410.

Dale F. Correll

Gregory “Greg” Allen Davis was born September 20, 1953 in Salina, Kansas the son of Willard and Mavis (Sandquist) Davis. He passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene.

Greg grew up in the Abilene area, graduated from Abilene High School, and received his Associates Degree from Colby&nbsp; Community College. Greg was a mechanic his entire adult life and owner/operator of G &amp; D Service in Abilene until his retirement. He enjoyed learning about the newest technology, watching western movies and shows, attending K-State football games, and watching all K-State sports, but his love was his children and grandchildren. He loved grilling for them and having them over for family dinners.

 On February 1, 1975 he was united in marriage to Debbie Lady. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his father Willard of Abilene, daughters Erin Signer and her husband Brad of Abilene, Lauren Steinlage and her husband Jonathan of Abilene, son Lucas Davis and his wife Sophia of Scottsdale, Arizona, brothers Bruce Davis of Powhattan, Virginia, Lee Davis of Salina, Jeff Davis of Abilene, Terry Davis of Charlotte, North Carolina, sisters Cindy Neill of Emporia, Denise Neill of Phoenix, Arizona, Glenna Phillips of Salina, five grandchildren Kellen Signer, Aiden Davis, Korbin Davis, Adley Steinlage, and Isaac Steinlage. He was preceded in death by his mother Mavis, and brother Danny Davis.

Funeral services for Greg will be March 12, 2024 at Emmanuel Church in Abilene with Pastor Marc Riegel officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., service at 10:00 a.m., and burial to follow. His final resting place will be in the Abilene Cemetery.

 In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Emmanuel Church or to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3 rd , Abilene, Kansas 67410. Friends may sign the register book at the funeral home during business hours.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Gregory Greg Allen Davis</figcaption>
 </figure>Gregory “Greg” Allen Davis was born September 20, 1953 in Salina, Kansas the son of Willard and Mavis (Sandquist) Davis. He passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene.Greg grew up in the Abilene area, graduated from Abilene High School, and received his Associates Degree from Colby&nbsp; Community College. Greg was a mechanic his entire adult life and owner/operator of G &amp; D Service in Abilene until his retirement. He enjoyed learning about the newest technology, watching western movies and shows, attending K-State football games, and watching all K-State sports, but his love was his children and grandchildren. He loved grilling for them and having them over for family dinners. On February 1, 1975 he was united in marriage to Debbie Lady. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his father Willard of Abilene, daughters Erin Signer and her husband Brad of Abilene, Lauren Steinlage and her husband Jonathan of Abilene, son Lucas Davis and his wife Sophia of Scottsdale, Arizona, brothers Bruce Davis of Powhattan, Virginia, Lee Davis of Salina, Jeff Davis of Abilene, Terry Davis of Charlotte, North Carolina, sisters Cindy Neill of Emporia, Denise Neill of Phoenix, Arizona, Glenna Phillips of Salina, five grandchildren Kellen Signer, Aiden Davis, Korbin Davis, Adley Steinlage, and Isaac Steinlage. He was preceded in death by his mother Mavis, and brother Danny Davis.Funeral services for Greg will be March 12, 2024 at Emmanuel Church in Abilene with Pastor Marc Riegel officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., service at 10:00 a.m., and burial to follow. His final resting place will be in the Abilene Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Emmanuel Church or to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3 rd , Abilene, Kansas 67410. Friends may sign the register book at the funeral home during business hours.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gregory “Greg” Allen Davis 

Maria Heimstra passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023, with family at her bedside, after experiencing complications from surgery. She had been battling congestive heart failure and was hopeful that this surgery would alleviate her symptoms.

Maria Stella Urbanyi was born on September 9. 1934 in Budapest, Hungary to Mathilde (Gentzinger) and Dr Eugene Urbanyi. Her father was a military surgeon and was deployed to various WWII battlegrounds, eventually serving at the Russian front. His hospital team and family members were ordered to Germany, barely escaping the advancing Russian Army.

The group traveled on barges up the frozen Danube River, rode in cattle cars and in the backs of trucks to reach Germany. They spent 3 years in Germany before seeking refuge in England. Their time in England was devastating as her mother passed away from complications of childbirth with a stillborn son.

Eventually, Dr Urbanyi obtained a work visa, and they were able to come to the United States. He was sponsored by the Presentation Sisters of Aberdeen, South Dakota to work as a staff physician at St Lukes Hospital. Rural areas of South Dakota were desperate for physicians at this time and Eugene grew to love the region and built a thriving practice. Maria was able to experience her lifelong dream of becoming an American girl, living in the west with cowboys and Indians.

Maria met her friend Ann Haase while attending Central High School in Aberdeen. They remained good friends for her lifetime. After graduation, she was accepted at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion and majored in Fine Arts. She met her future husband, Norman Heimstra while tutoring him in German. They were married in Sioux Falls on June 11th, 1955. They soon moved to Rochester, New York where Norman earned his PhD. They lived in New York, Georgia and Texas before settling down in Vermillion, where Norman became a Psychology professor at USD, Maria earned her master’s degree in foreign Languages and taught German at USD for 10 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband who died on December 30, 1982. Maria spent the ensuing years enjoying her horses and dogs and living at her home north of Vermillion. She was a member of the congregation at St Agnes Catholic church and was a member of the Catholic Daughters. She stayed active by painting and writing children’s books, fiction and stories of her life growing up during the war.

She was very proud to be an American and to live in the United States, she also loved the community of Vermillion. She spent the past few months living in Kansas with her daughter. She is survived by three children, Norman Heimstra of Tremonton, Utah, Cora (Dan) Gehrt of Manhattan, KS and Margo (Ryan) Conley of Springfield, TN, four grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Friday, May 31st, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Vermillion, SD.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. Saturday, June 1st, at St. Agnes Catholic Church with the family and friends invited to a luncheon following in St. Agnes Catholic Church school auditorium.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at 3:30 P.M. Saturday, June 1st, at Valley View Cemetery in Rock Valley, IA.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709579394260.jpeg" alt="Maria Heimstra" />
 <figcaption>Maria Heimstra</figcaption>
 </figure>Maria Heimstra passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023, with family at her bedside, after experiencing complications from surgery. She had been battling congestive heart failure and was hopeful that this surgery would alleviate her symptoms.Maria Stella Urbanyi was born on September 9. 1934 in Budapest, Hungary to Mathilde (Gentzinger) and Dr Eugene Urbanyi. Her father was a military surgeon and was deployed to various WWII battlegrounds, eventually serving at the Russian front. His hospital team and family members were ordered to Germany, barely escaping the advancing Russian Army.The group traveled on barges up the frozen Danube River, rode in cattle cars and in the backs of trucks to reach Germany. They spent 3 years in Germany before seeking refuge in England. Their time in England was devastating as her mother passed away from complications of childbirth with a stillborn son.Eventually, Dr Urbanyi obtained a work visa, and they were able to come to the United States. He was sponsored by the Presentation Sisters of Aberdeen, South Dakota to work as a staff physician at St Lukes Hospital. Rural areas of South Dakota were desperate for physicians at this time and Eugene grew to love the region and built a thriving practice. Maria was able to experience her lifelong dream of becoming an American girl, living in the west with cowboys and Indians.Maria met her friend Ann Haase while attending Central High School in Aberdeen. They remained good friends for her lifetime. After graduation, she was accepted at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion and majored in Fine Arts. She met her future husband, Norman Heimstra while tutoring him in German. They were married in Sioux Falls on June 11th, 1955. They soon moved to Rochester, New York where Norman earned his PhD. They lived in New York, Georgia and Texas before settling down in Vermillion, where Norman became a Psychology professor at USD, Maria earned her master’s degree in foreign Languages and taught German at USD for 10 years.She was preceded in death by her husband who died on December 30, 1982. Maria spent the ensuing years enjoying her horses and dogs and living at her home north of Vermillion. She was a member of the congregation at St Agnes Catholic church and was a member of the Catholic Daughters. She stayed active by painting and writing children’s books, fiction and stories of her life growing up during the war.She was very proud to be an American and to live in the United States, she also loved the community of Vermillion. She spent the past few months living in Kansas with her daughter. She is survived by three children, Norman Heimstra of Tremonton, Utah, Cora (Dan) Gehrt of Manhattan, KS and Margo (Ryan) Conley of Springfield, TN, four grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Friday, May 31st, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Vermillion, SD.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. Saturday, June 1st, at St. Agnes Catholic Church with the family and friends invited to a luncheon following in St. Agnes Catholic Church school auditorium.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at 3:30 P.M. Saturday, June 1st, at Valley View Cemetery in Rock Valley, IA.&nbsp;

Maria Heimstra

Joel Ray Phipps, age 48, of Manhattan, passed away Friday March 1, 2024 at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.

He was born on August 14, 1975 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Tom and Sharon Phipps. He grew up in Mulvane and graduated from Mulvane High School with the class of 1993. Joel then attended Emporia State University and earned his Bachelors of Science degree.

On June 28, 1997 in Emporia, he was united in marriage to Chrysann Williams. They lived in Emporia until 2013 and their family moved to Manhattan.

Joel worked for many years as a broker/owner for ReMax Select Realty in Emporia. He then became a financial advisor for Edward Jones. He loved his job. The clients Joel worked with were more than clients, they were his friends. It gave him great pleasure helping his friends/clients and being able to be there for them at anytime or just sitting and hanging out talking about life with them.

He was an active person and enjoyed staying busy. Joel loved the outdoors, going fishing and being on the golf course as often as he could. He was a member of the Colbert Hills Golf Club in Manhattan, and was part of the Men’s League and played in many different golf tournaments over the years. Joel was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, where he served on the finance committee for many years, he also was a board member of the First Tee Program in Manhattan.

As much as he enjoyed his friends and clients, his family was the best enjoyment of his life. His wife Chrysann and his two children, Kannon and Rhys were the light of his life. There was nothing he wouldn’t do to take care of them.

Joel will be missed by his family and many colleagues, friends and clients that he got to know over the years.

He is survived by his wife, Chrysann, his children, Kannon and Rhys; his parents Tom and Sharon; and his brothers: Chad Phipps (Whitney) and Matt Phipps (Kendra).

The family will greet friends during a visitation from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday March 6, 2024 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday March 7, 2024 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Greenwood Cemetery near Emporia, Kansas.

The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Joel to the First Tee Program or the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice Inc. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709579093343.jpeg" alt="Joel Ray Phipps" />
 <figcaption>Joel Ray Phipps</figcaption>
 </figure>Joel Ray Phipps, age 48, of Manhattan, passed away Friday March 1, 2024 at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.He was born on August 14, 1975 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Tom and Sharon Phipps. He grew up in Mulvane and graduated from Mulvane High School with the class of 1993. Joel then attended Emporia State University and earned his Bachelors of Science degree.On June 28, 1997 in Emporia, he was united in marriage to Chrysann Williams. They lived in Emporia until 2013 and their family moved to Manhattan.Joel worked for many years as a broker/owner for ReMax Select Realty in Emporia. He then became a financial advisor for Edward Jones. He loved his job. The clients Joel worked with were more than clients, they were his friends. It gave him great pleasure helping his friends/clients and being able to be there for them at anytime or just sitting and hanging out talking about life with them.He was an active person and enjoyed staying busy. Joel loved the outdoors, going fishing and being on the golf course as often as he could. He was a member of the Colbert Hills Golf Club in Manhattan, and was part of the Men’s League and played in many different golf tournaments over the years. Joel was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan, where he served on the finance committee for many years, he also was a board member of the First Tee Program in Manhattan.As much as he enjoyed his friends and clients, his family was the best enjoyment of his life. His wife Chrysann and his two children, Kannon and Rhys were the light of his life. There was nothing he wouldn’t do to take care of them.Joel will be missed by his family and many colleagues, friends and clients that he got to know over the years.He is survived by his wife, Chrysann, his children, Kannon and Rhys; his parents Tom and Sharon; and his brothers: Chad Phipps (Whitney) and Matt Phipps (Kendra).The family will greet friends during a visitation from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday March 6, 2024 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday March 7, 2024 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Greenwood Cemetery near Emporia, Kansas.The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Joel to the First Tee Program or the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice Inc. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Joel Ray Phipps

Jean Theresa Jensen age 89 died at Homestead Assisted Living in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born December 17, 1934 in Manhattan the daughter of Robert James and Hilda Theresa (Mallon) Rowe. Jean attended Sacred Heart Academy through sixth grade and then attended Keats school graduating in 1953.

She was a homemaker most of her life, but in her later years, she worked at Schram Dodge in Manhattan for about 12 years as a Five Star Coordinator. Her main duty was reaching out by phone, to their sales customers inquiring company satisfaction.

Jean was very devoted to her faith and was a member of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church and for 12 years she and her twin sister, Joan took care of the Adoration Chapel and was a member of the Seven Dolors Alter Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was a member of the Stagg Hill women’s golf Association which she accomplished hole-in-one shots.

The most important part of her life was her family. She married Jack Jensen in 1953. Survivors include her six children, Linda Jennings, Manhattan, Ks, Richard Jensen, Manhattan, Ks, Jack Jensen and wife, Vivian of Branson, Mo, Diane Noll, Manhattan, Ks, David Jensen, Lawrence, Ks. Dan Jensen and wife Xiangying from Novato, Ca; one surviving brother Jim Rowe of Riverside Ca; 10 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

Jean was preceded in death by her parents, her son-in-law‘s Scott Jennings and Keith Noll; eleven siblings Gladys Daniels, Thelma Draper, Bertha Delisle, Robert Rowe, Bill Rowe, Margaret Adams, Bess Nudson, Bernice Enlow, Patty Massey, Betty Sherman, and her twin Joan Ackerman.

Mass of the Christian burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 6th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Gale Hammerschmidt as celebrant. Private Family interment will follow in St Patrick’s Cemetery in Ogden Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709577193145.jpeg" alt="Jean Theresa Jensen" />
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 </figure>Jean Theresa Jensen age 89 died at Homestead Assisted Living in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born December 17, 1934 in Manhattan the daughter of Robert James and Hilda Theresa (Mallon) Rowe. Jean attended Sacred Heart Academy through sixth grade and then attended Keats school graduating in 1953.She was a homemaker most of her life, but in her later years, she worked at Schram Dodge in Manhattan for about 12 years as a Five Star Coordinator. Her main duty was reaching out by phone, to their sales customers inquiring company satisfaction.Jean was very devoted to her faith and was a member of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church and for 12 years she and her twin sister, Joan took care of the Adoration Chapel and was a member of the Seven Dolors Alter Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was a member of the Stagg Hill women’s golf Association which she accomplished hole-in-one shots.The most important part of her life was her family. She married Jack Jensen in 1953. Survivors include her six children, Linda Jennings, Manhattan, Ks, Richard Jensen, Manhattan, Ks, Jack Jensen and wife, Vivian of Branson, Mo, Diane Noll, Manhattan, Ks, David Jensen, Lawrence, Ks. Dan Jensen and wife Xiangying from Novato, Ca; one surviving brother Jim Rowe of Riverside Ca; 10 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.Jean was preceded in death by her parents, her son-in-law‘s Scott Jennings and Keith Noll; eleven siblings Gladys Daniels, Thelma Draper, Bertha Delisle, Robert Rowe, Bill Rowe, Margaret Adams, Bess Nudson, Bernice Enlow, Patty Massey, Betty Sherman, and her twin Joan Ackerman.Mass of the Christian burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 6th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Gale Hammerschmidt as celebrant. Private Family interment will follow in St Patrick’s Cemetery in Ogden Kansas.Memorial contributions may be made to Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Jean Theresa Jensen

Thomas Moss Padgett, 82, of Abilene KS passed away at the Robert J. Dole VA hospital on February 15, 2024.

Tom was born in Rome, Georgia on January 15, 1942, and graduated from South Gate High School in California, in 1960. Tom loved to bowl and was part of a junior bowling team where he would travel all over California. During his life he bowled a perfect game on multiple occasions, throughout the world. 

Tom was enlisted in the Army in 1964 where he served for 22 years in various jobs including Material Control and Accounting Specialist, Military Police, and Subsistence Supply Specialist. He traveled all over the world. Tom was united in marriage to Linda McCarty on August 14, 1971 in Las Vegas, Nevada, before moving to Abilene, Kansas. After retiring from the Army, he spent 15 years as a security guard at the Eisenhower Presidential Library.

Tom was preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years, Linda E. Padgett. He is survived by his son Michael (Trina) McCarty of Manhattan, KS, daughter Mary (Dennis) Van Dorn of McPherson, KS, grandchildren Ashton (Jeff) Reitz, Zachery Van Dorn, Brian (Allie) McCarty, Ethan (Kaylee) Van Dorn, Shannon McCarty and 5 great grandchildren, Liliana Reitz, Averie Reitz, Chandler Reitz, Kadence Van Dorn, Halstyn McCarty.

There will be a service for both Tom and Linda Padgett at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetary (5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, Kansas) on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 11 a.m.

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 </figure>Thomas Moss Padgett, 82, of Abilene KS passed away at the Robert J. Dole VA hospital on February 15, 2024.Tom was born in Rome, Georgia on January 15, 1942, and graduated from South Gate High School in California, in 1960. Tom loved to bowl and was part of a junior bowling team where he would travel all over California. During his life he bowled a perfect game on multiple occasions, throughout the world. Tom was enlisted in the Army in 1964 where he served for 22 years in various jobs including Material Control and Accounting Specialist, Military Police, and Subsistence Supply Specialist. He traveled all over the world. Tom was united in marriage to Linda McCarty on August 14, 1971 in Las Vegas, Nevada, before moving to Abilene, Kansas. After retiring from the Army, he spent 15 years as a security guard at the Eisenhower Presidential Library.Tom was preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years, Linda E. Padgett. He is survived by his son Michael (Trina) McCarty of Manhattan, KS, daughter Mary (Dennis) Van Dorn of McPherson, KS, grandchildren Ashton (Jeff) Reitz, Zachery Van Dorn, Brian (Allie) McCarty, Ethan (Kaylee) Van Dorn, Shannon McCarty and 5 great grandchildren, Liliana Reitz, Averie Reitz, Chandler Reitz, Kadence Van Dorn, Halstyn McCarty.There will be a service for both Tom and Linda Padgett at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetary (5181 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, Kansas) on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 11 a.m.

Thomas Moss Padgett

Kathy J. Swisher passed away at Meadowlark Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas February 27, 2024. Kathy was born April 7, 1958 in Abilene, Kansas the daughter of Chester and Eunice Gay. Kathy married Thomas Swisher on November 2, 1991 and to this union two sons were born, Andrew Swisher (Luxi), Kenan Swisher (Jodie).

 Kathy is survived by her sons, her mother and her brother Dennis Gay and sister Sue Smith (Mark). Kathy was preceded in death by her father and husband.

In keeping with Kathy’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. Kathy would have wanted to share John 11:25. “Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the Life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.” 

Memorials may be made to The Good Shepard Hospice House and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kathy J. Swisher passed away at Meadowlark Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas February 27, 2024. Kathy was born April 7, 1958 in Abilene, Kansas the daughter of Chester and Eunice Gay. Kathy married Thomas Swisher on November 2, 1991 and to this union two sons were born, Andrew Swisher (Luxi), Kenan Swisher (Jodie). Kathy is survived by her sons, her mother and her brother Dennis Gay and sister Sue Smith (Mark). Kathy was preceded in death by her father and husband.In keeping with Kathy’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. Kathy would have wanted to share John 11:25. “Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the Life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.” Memorials may be made to The Good Shepard Hospice House and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home 501 N. Buckeye Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kathy J. Swisher - April 7th, 1958 - February 27th, 2024

Larry Petroski, Sr., 60, of Junction City departed peacefully from this life the evening of Tuesday February 27, 2024 at Stormont Vail Flint Hills Campus surrounded by family following a long battle with COPD.

Larry Lorenzo Petroski, Sr. was born June 1, 1963 to Myrtle K. White and Lorenzo Pelletier in Waterbury, CT. The youngest of five siblings, he graduated from Presque Isle High School in Presque Isle, ME. In 1981, at the age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Army as a Military Policeman, later changing to a unit supply specialist. He was honorably discharged in 1998, having served in Operation Desert Storm and receiving the Bronze Star, Southwest Asia Service Medal with three bronze service stars, and the Kuwait Liberation Medal during his 17 years of service.

At the age of 11 he told Tammy Lagassie he would marry her and nine years later, in 1983, they were married- celebrating their 41st anniversary on February 26th of this year. He was the beloved and proud father of Jammie, Katherine, and Larry Jr. His most important roles were devoted husband, dad and coach of his kids’ sports teams, Pawpaw, and being a father and father figure to those who needed one.

Larry Sr. is survived by his wife of 41 years Tammy Petroski; sons Jammie (Jovy) and Larry Jr.(Christina); daughter Katherine; brothers Albert, Romeo, and Jack; and a grandson, Adam Petroski. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Katherine. 

There will be no services. Interment will be at a later time at Fairview Cemetery in Grandview Plaza so that he and Tammy may rest together forever. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association.

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 </figure>Larry Petroski, Sr., 60, of Junction City departed peacefully from this life the evening of Tuesday February 27, 2024 at Stormont Vail Flint Hills Campus surrounded by family following a long battle with COPD.Larry Lorenzo Petroski, Sr. was born June 1, 1963 to Myrtle K. White and Lorenzo Pelletier in Waterbury, CT. The youngest of five siblings, he graduated from Presque Isle High School in Presque Isle, ME. In 1981, at the age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Army as a Military Policeman, later changing to a unit supply specialist. He was honorably discharged in 1998, having served in Operation Desert Storm and receiving the Bronze Star, Southwest Asia Service Medal with three bronze service stars, and the Kuwait Liberation Medal during his 17 years of service.At the age of 11 he told Tammy Lagassie he would marry her and nine years later, in 1983, they were married- celebrating their 41st anniversary on February 26th of this year. He was the beloved and proud father of Jammie, Katherine, and Larry Jr. His most important roles were devoted husband, dad and coach of his kids’ sports teams, Pawpaw, and being a father and father figure to those who needed one.Larry Sr. is survived by his wife of 41 years Tammy Petroski; sons Jammie (Jovy) and Larry Jr.(Christina); daughter Katherine; brothers Albert, Romeo, and Jack; and a grandson, Adam Petroski. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Katherine. There will be no services. Interment will be at a later time at Fairview Cemetery in Grandview Plaza so that he and Tammy may rest together forever. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association.

Larry Petroski, Sr.

Janine M. Schaich, 66 of Abilene passed away February 27, 2024. She was born November 10, 1957 in Clay Center, Kansas, the daughter of Lyle and Beverley (Elssasser) Enyart. She graduated from Chapman High School in the class of 1975. On June 4, 1983 she was united in marriage to Russell D. Schaich at the Faith Lutheran Church in Abilene.

 Janine worked various jobs. She was a Para at the Abilene Middle School and High School. She was also executive director and activity director for the Sterling House. She also worked at Jostens. She was active at the Faith Lutheran Church, playing the organist for years and also was involved in being the youth group leader.

 Janine is survived by her husband, Russell. Her children: Joshua Capsey; Nichole Maddy and Brooke Haley and husband Brian. Grandchildren: Andrew, Hunter, Dylan and Katy Capsey; Lexie, Cara and Macy Maddy and Logan Haley. Her siblings: Jeannette Fenton; Jenise Braden; Collette Crist; Colleen Nicholas; Christine Herrmann; Carla Shaw and Tim Wieters.

 The family has chosen cremation. A Memorial Services will be 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Faith Lutheran Church in Abilene. Services will be lives streamed on Facebook (Faith Lutheran – Abilene). A private family burial will be at the Greenridge Cemetery near Industry. 

The family suggests memorials be given to the Tammy Walker Cancer Foundation.&nbsp; Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Janine M. Schaich, 66 of Abilene passed away February 27, 2024. She was born November 10, 1957 in Clay Center, Kansas, the daughter of Lyle and Beverley (Elssasser) Enyart. She graduated from Chapman High School in the class of 1975. On June 4, 1983 she was united in marriage to Russell D. Schaich at the Faith Lutheran Church in Abilene. Janine worked various jobs. She was a Para at the Abilene Middle School and High School. She was also executive director and activity director for the Sterling House. She also worked at Jostens. She was active at the Faith Lutheran Church, playing the organist for years and also was involved in being the youth group leader. Janine is survived by her husband, Russell. Her children: Joshua Capsey; Nichole Maddy and Brooke Haley and husband Brian. Grandchildren: Andrew, Hunter, Dylan and Katy Capsey; Lexie, Cara and Macy Maddy and Logan Haley. Her siblings: Jeannette Fenton; Jenise Braden; Collette Crist; Colleen Nicholas; Christine Herrmann; Carla Shaw and Tim Wieters. The family has chosen cremation. A Memorial Services will be 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Faith Lutheran Church in Abilene. Services will be lives streamed on Facebook (Faith Lutheran – Abilene). A private family burial will be at the Greenridge Cemetery near Industry. The family suggests memorials be given to the Tammy Walker Cancer Foundation.&nbsp; Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;

Janine M. Schaich

On February 28, 2024 Earl Eugene (Gene) Willich age 79 went to spend eternity with His Lord and Savior. Gene was born January 14, 1945 in Horton, KS. to Otto and Clarice (Keys) Willich. He was a resident of Manhattan since July, 2017 having moved from Hutchinson, KS.

Gene is survived by his wife Sharon (Thompson) Willich of 58 years, a daughter Genae (Greg) Denver of Manhattan; Mike (Cindy)Willich of Shawnee, KS; Corey (Canise) Willich of Lee Summit, Mo.; grandchildren: Danielle (Denver) Wright, Mackenzie Denver, Tyler Willich, Brogen Willich, Cooper Willich and Carson Willich and sister Vanita (Willich) Harlan Hunt of Meriden, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents.

After graduating from Horton High School in 1963, he moved to Topeka to attend Washburn University. During that period he married his high school sweetheart and received his BS in Secondary Education in 1967. He began his teaching career in Sabetha, Kansas but soon returned to Topeka where he taught and coached at Jardine Jr. High. During this period he commuted to Lawrence where he completed an MS Degree at the University of Kansas in Secondary Guidance and Counseling.

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 </figure>On February 28, 2024 Earl Eugene (Gene) Willich age 79 went to spend eternity with His Lord and Savior. Gene was born January 14, 1945 in Horton, KS. to Otto and Clarice (Keys) Willich. He was a resident of Manhattan since July, 2017 having moved from Hutchinson, KS.Gene is survived by his wife Sharon (Thompson) Willich of 58 years, a daughter Genae (Greg) Denver of Manhattan; Mike (Cindy)Willich of Shawnee, KS; Corey (Canise) Willich of Lee Summit, Mo.; grandchildren: Danielle (Denver) Wright, Mackenzie Denver, Tyler Willich, Brogen Willich, Cooper Willich and Carson Willich and sister Vanita (Willich) Harlan Hunt of Meriden, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents.After graduating from Horton High School in 1963, he moved to Topeka to attend Washburn University. During that period he married his high school sweetheart and received his BS in Secondary Education in 1967. He began his teaching career in Sabetha, Kansas but soon returned to Topeka where he taught and coached at Jardine Jr. High. During this period he commuted to Lawrence where he completed an MS Degree at the University of Kansas in Secondary Guidance and Counseling.This led to Dodge City where he served as a school counselor in both the Jr. and Sr. High Schools, and then an Administrative Assistant at the Area Vocational/Technical School. During this time he picked up several more graduate hours through Fort Hays State University for administration licensing. Gene and his family moved to Hutchinson High School as an Assistant Principal then Wamego High School as Principal.His final career move was back to Hutchinson High School to serve in the counseling office before retiring after 41 years in education. While at Hutch High Gene served as the public address announcer for many of the school's athletic events, but mostly for the football and basketball games for 20 years. During much of this time he also announced many of the 3A state basketball tournaments, as well as the National Men's Division 1 Community College Tournaments hosted by Hutchinson CC. Gene spent 15 years in prison ministry with the state prison system as a volunteer meeting with inmates who received few, if any, visitors. Like many retired educators, he continued to work part time for the Hutchinson Community College in their Testing Center and substitute teaching at Hutchinson High School.But the greatest aspect of his adulthood was coming to know God and the salvation of life through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ His Son. Gene served as a teacher, elder and deacon in Dodge City and Hutchinson.God granted Gene many years to serve and guide Him. Gene particularly appreciated a message by a well know theologian, Max Lucado, who explained life with this thought.“Note to self...Age is no enemy.Age is a mile marker...a gentle reminder that homehas never so near.”Services will be held at University Christian Church, 2800 Claflin Rd. Manhattan, KS. on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 1&nbsp; p.m.&nbsp; Memorials can be made to University Christian Church, Manhattan Christian College, or Bramlage House-Meadowlark Retirement Community.

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