Earl Howard (Perky) Perkins Jr. passed away September 2, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Earl was born in Junction City on April 2, 1951 to Earl Sr. and Betty (Pitts) Perkins.

Earl was a man for all seasons and a passionate traveler. He grew up a military brat and his love for traveling grew with his service in the US Navy. 

A great athlete in his own right and an even better friend to all he celebrated life with. Earl graduated from Junction City High School in 1969 where he starred in football, basketball, and tennis and led JCHS to the 1969 state championship in football. Following his graduation, he played football at Independence Junior college and then joined the US Navy. 

Following his service in the Navy he settled in California where he played and coached tennis from 1976- 1990. His love for traveling led him to many stops along his journey where he finally settled in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

Earl was known for his athleticism but also for his strong relationship with his teammates such as Denival and Jimmy Grant, Fred Starks and Les Chaves. He was known for his strong will and tenacious love for his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, James O. Beasley and sister Kem L. Perkins. He is survived by his brothers: Moses White, Eugene Perkins, Larry (Diane) D. Perkins, Sr., and Richard (Nancy) Perkins and sister Beatrice K. Perkins; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Celebration of life service will be at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the William L. Talbott VFW Post #8773 on 1215 S. Washington, Junction City Kansas and will be followed by a reception in his memory.

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 </figure>Earl Howard (Perky) Perkins Jr. passed away September 2, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Earl was born in Junction City on April 2, 1951 to Earl Sr. and Betty (Pitts) Perkins.Earl was a man for all seasons and a passionate traveler. He grew up a military brat and his love for traveling grew with his service in the US Navy. A great athlete in his own right and an even better friend to all he celebrated life with. Earl graduated from Junction City High School in 1969 where he starred in football, basketball, and tennis and led JCHS to the 1969 state championship in football. Following his graduation, he played football at Independence Junior college and then joined the US Navy. Following his service in the Navy he settled in California where he played and coached tennis from 1976- 1990. His love for traveling led him to many stops along his journey where he finally settled in Las Vegas, Nevada. Earl was known for his athleticism but also for his strong relationship with his teammates such as Denival and Jimmy Grant, Fred Starks and Les Chaves. He was known for his strong will and tenacious love for his family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, James O. Beasley and sister Kem L. Perkins. He is survived by his brothers: Moses White, Eugene Perkins, Larry (Diane) D. Perkins, Sr., and Richard (Nancy) Perkins and sister Beatrice K. Perkins; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Celebration of life service will be at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the William L. Talbott VFW Post #8773 on 1215 S. Washington, Junction City Kansas and will be followed by a reception in his memory.

Earl Howard Perkins Jr.

Celebration of Life Service: Saturday, December 23, 2023 from 2:00pm to 5:00pmSedalia Community Church Interment: Cremation has taken place



A full obituary will appear soon.<h2>Services &amp; Gatherings</h2>Celebration of Life Service: Saturday, December 23, 2023 from 2:00pm to 5:00pmSedalia Community Church Interment: Cremation has taken place

Sonya Kay Murphy

Cassandra (Cassie) Lee Beninga, age 47, of Topeka, Kansas passed away unexpectedly due to a medical condition on Monday, November 20, 2023, at her home in Topeka.

Cassie was born on August 2,&nbsp;1976, in Manhattan, Kansas, the beloved daughter of Steven Thomas and Sandra Sue (Schwab) Beninga.&nbsp;

Upon graduation from Shawnee Heights High School in Topeka, she enrolled in Emporia State University. &nbsp;After a year she decided that college was not for her. She had completed the required training to become a&nbsp;Certified Nurse Aid and was employed by a nursing home while in high school and&nbsp;decided the health care field was better suited and more interesting to her. &nbsp;She enrolled at Kaw Valley Vo-Tech (Washburn Institute of Technology) and received &nbsp;her Associates Degree as a Surgical Technologist and completed the requirements to become Nationally Registered. Cassie started her career at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka in the operating room as a Surgical Technologist and worked there for six years. She then had the opportunity to move to the new Tallgrass Surgery Center and remained employed there since its first day opening in 2002. During the time Cassie was employed there she continued to receive training and accolades as a Surgical Technologist and completed the training to be a &nbsp;Sterilization Specialist, meeting the requirements to be nationally registered as a Certified Central Service Technician (CCST). &nbsp;She was always trying to be better at her job and pursued&nbsp;continuing education, obtaining multiple other certifications.&nbsp;

When not working, she enjoyed family, her close group of friends, K-State football and basketball, and of course her cats, which she called her fur babies and were all rescues. She also shared the love for two dogs with her parents.&nbsp;

One of Cassie’s passions in life was to make sure every abandoned cat and dog had a place to live and was taken care of. &nbsp;She&nbsp;volunteered at Helping Hands Humane Society finding supplies for them and fostering kittens. There was only one failed foster kitten when she decided to adopt the kitten. She also volunteered on various community activities which included volunteering at Topeka Performing Art Center.&nbsp;

Cassie is survived by her parents, Steve and Sandra (Susie) of Topeka, Kansas; two brothers, Christopher Beninga and wife Melanie of Austin, Texas and Jason Beninga of Topeka; one niece McKenna Beninga of Austin, Texas; three nephews, Mason Beninga of Austin Texas, Braiden Beninga of Topeka and Brenner Beninga of Topeka. &nbsp;She loved her niece and nephews with all her heart and had special nicknames for each.&nbsp; She is also survived by her aunt, Peggy Grater and husband Ron of Leonardville,&nbsp;along with many cousins in Kansas and Colorado.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents and two uncles.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Highland Park United Methodist Church, 2914 SE Michigan Avenue, Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the funeral and a private family inurnment will be in the Riley Cemetery at a later date.

Cassie was always more comfortable in casual clothes wearing shorts or fashionable sweatpants and a sweatshirt or medical scrubs. She would want others to be comfortable as well and would not be offended by dressing casually or having something purple or Kansas State related worn. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

"No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.”

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Helping Hands Humane Society in Topeka or SCARS (Second Chance Animal Refuge Society) in Auburn.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Cassandra (Cassie) Lee Beninga, age 47, of Topeka, Kansas passed away unexpectedly due to a medical condition on Monday, November 20, 2023, at her home in Topeka.Cassie was born on August 2,&nbsp;1976, in Manhattan, Kansas, the beloved daughter of Steven Thomas and Sandra Sue (Schwab) Beninga.&nbsp;Upon graduation from Shawnee Heights High School in Topeka, she enrolled in Emporia State University. &nbsp;After a year she decided that college was not for her. She had completed the required training to become a&nbsp;Certified Nurse Aid and was employed by a nursing home while in high school and&nbsp;decided the health care field was better suited and more interesting to her. &nbsp;She enrolled at Kaw Valley Vo-Tech (Washburn Institute of Technology) and received &nbsp;her Associates Degree as a Surgical Technologist and completed the requirements to become Nationally Registered. Cassie started her career at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka in the operating room as a Surgical Technologist and worked there for six years. She then had the opportunity to move to the new Tallgrass Surgery Center and remained employed there since its first day opening in 2002. During the time Cassie was employed there she continued to receive training and accolades as a Surgical Technologist and completed the training to be a &nbsp;Sterilization Specialist, meeting the requirements to be nationally registered as a Certified Central Service Technician (CCST). &nbsp;She was always trying to be better at her job and pursued&nbsp;continuing education, obtaining multiple other certifications.&nbsp;When not working, she enjoyed family, her close group of friends, K-State football and basketball, and of course her cats, which she called her fur babies and were all rescues. She also shared the love for two dogs with her parents.&nbsp;One of Cassie’s passions in life was to make sure every abandoned cat and dog had a place to live and was taken care of. &nbsp;She&nbsp;volunteered at Helping Hands Humane Society finding supplies for them and fostering kittens. There was only one failed foster kitten when she decided to adopt the kitten. She also volunteered on various community activities which included volunteering at Topeka Performing Art Center.&nbsp;Cassie is survived by her parents, Steve and Sandra (Susie) of Topeka, Kansas; two brothers, Christopher Beninga and wife Melanie of Austin, Texas and Jason Beninga of Topeka; one niece McKenna Beninga of Austin, Texas; three nephews, Mason Beninga of Austin Texas, Braiden Beninga of Topeka and Brenner Beninga of Topeka. &nbsp;She loved her niece and nephews with all her heart and had special nicknames for each.&nbsp; She is also survived by her aunt, Peggy Grater and husband Ron of Leonardville,&nbsp;along with many cousins in Kansas and Colorado.She was preceded in death by her grandparents and two uncles.The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Highland Park United Methodist Church, 2914 SE Michigan Avenue, Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the funeral and a private family inurnment will be in the Riley Cemetery at a later date.Cassie was always more comfortable in casual clothes wearing shorts or fashionable sweatpants and a sweatshirt or medical scrubs. She would want others to be comfortable as well and would not be offended by dressing casually or having something purple or Kansas State related worn. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;"No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.”Cassie will be greatly missed.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Helping Hands Humane Society in Topeka or SCARS (Second Chance Animal Refuge Society) in Auburn.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Cassandra ( Cassie ) Lee Beninga

Martha Louise McDonald, age 83 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

She was born on September 29, 1940, the daughter of Willis Henry and Laura Iva (Styer) Beals.

On August 7, 1957, at Storm Lake, Iowa, she married Clyde Eldon McDonald.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2018.

She and Clyde owned and operated McDonald Auto Sales and Salvage for 60 years.&nbsp; During her younger years, she was a waitress at different restaurants in Leonardville, Riley and Randolph.&nbsp; Martha was an avid bingo player and loved spending time with her family.

She is survived by two sons, Elton McDonald and wife Vicki of Wakefield, and Tony McDonald and wife Debbie of Riley; two daughters, Jeanne Richter and husband Mark of Leonardville, and Marlene McDonald of Leonardville; one daughter-in-law, Tracy McDonald of Randolph; five grandchildren and many great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Bryce McDonald; two brothers, James Beals and Ray Beals, and one great granddaughter, Madie Mall.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Dwight Diller officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Friday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Grandview-Mill Creek Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Martha McDonald Memorial Fund and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Martha Louise McDonald, age 83 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.She was born on September 29, 1940, the daughter of Willis Henry and Laura Iva (Styer) Beals.On August 7, 1957, at Storm Lake, Iowa, she married Clyde Eldon McDonald.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2018.She and Clyde owned and operated McDonald Auto Sales and Salvage for 60 years.&nbsp; During her younger years, she was a waitress at different restaurants in Leonardville, Riley and Randolph.&nbsp; Martha was an avid bingo player and loved spending time with her family.She is survived by two sons, Elton McDonald and wife Vicki of Wakefield, and Tony McDonald and wife Debbie of Riley; two daughters, Jeanne Richter and husband Mark of Leonardville, and Marlene McDonald of Leonardville; one daughter-in-law, Tracy McDonald of Randolph; five grandchildren and many great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Bryce McDonald; two brothers, James Beals and Ray Beals, and one great granddaughter, Madie Mall.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Dwight Diller officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Friday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Grandview-Mill Creek Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Martha McDonald Memorial Fund and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Martha Louise McDonald

Bobby Gene Pfizenmaier, age 92 of Green, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center.

He was born on September 15, 1931, on a farm outside of Green, the son of Harry Ernest and Wilma Mae (Clark) Pfizenmaier.

He married JoAnne Joyce Appleton on September 12, 1954, in Green.&nbsp; She survives of the home.

Bobby was a lifetime farmer and rancher who enjoyed harvesting and raising cattle. He was a member of the Green Christian Church and Elks Lodge.&nbsp; He loved his family and watching his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren participate in all their activities.&nbsp; He also liked deer and pheasant hunting with his family and the Kansas City Royals.

In addition to his wife, JoAnne Pfizenmaier, he is survived by three children; Sonya Conrad and husband Kim of Manhattan, Greg Pfizenmaier and wife Vicki of Green and Shelly Kolterman and husband Jay of Clay Center; one brother, Noel Pfizenmaier and wife Joy Deane of Randolph; eleven grandchildren, Brandon Pfizenmaier (Jill), Sheldon Pfizenmaier (Evy), Shantel Marrs (Josh), Cory Willmann (Becky), Tony Kolterman (Kadi), Jordan Kolterman (Cassity), Jayde Kolterman (Amanda), Ty Kolterman, Jami Hocker (Luke), Staci Stratman (Josh) and Melissa McClarty (Justin), and 24 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter, Jodi Pfizenmaier.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the Green Cemetery, south of Green, with Pastor Sarah Gill officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Memorials have been established for the Green Christian Church and Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in the care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Bobby Gene Pfizenmaier, age 92 of Green, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Presbyterian Manor in Clay Center.He was born on September 15, 1931, on a farm outside of Green, the son of Harry Ernest and Wilma Mae (Clark) Pfizenmaier.He married JoAnne Joyce Appleton on September 12, 1954, in Green.&nbsp; She survives of the home.Bobby was a lifetime farmer and rancher who enjoyed harvesting and raising cattle. He was a member of the Green Christian Church and Elks Lodge.&nbsp; He loved his family and watching his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren participate in all their activities.&nbsp; He also liked deer and pheasant hunting with his family and the Kansas City Royals.In addition to his wife, JoAnne Pfizenmaier, he is survived by three children; Sonya Conrad and husband Kim of Manhattan, Greg Pfizenmaier and wife Vicki of Green and Shelly Kolterman and husband Jay of Clay Center; one brother, Noel Pfizenmaier and wife Joy Deane of Randolph; eleven grandchildren, Brandon Pfizenmaier (Jill), Sheldon Pfizenmaier (Evy), Shantel Marrs (Josh), Cory Willmann (Becky), Tony Kolterman (Kadi), Jordan Kolterman (Cassity), Jayde Kolterman (Amanda), Ty Kolterman, Jami Hocker (Luke), Staci Stratman (Josh) and Melissa McClarty (Justin), and 24 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter, Jodi Pfizenmaier.Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the Green Cemetery, south of Green, with Pastor Sarah Gill officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Memorials have been established for the Green Christian Church and Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in the care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Bobby Gene Pfizenmaier

Gary Virgil Chaput, age 73, died November 20, 2023, at the Saint Lukes Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on October 12, 1950, to Virgil and Lela (Schumock) Chaput, in Clay Center, KS. 

Gary grew up in the Clifton area and graduated from Clifton High School in 1969. In enlisted into the United States Army in 1970. He served as an active-duty soldier from 1970-1976. Immediately following, he joined the Kansas National Guard and served from 1976-1989. Gary married Brenda Deaver in 1974. To this union three children were born. Gary worked for Hutchinson Maywrath, LCL Buffalo Ranch, and retired from Heatron in Leavenworth, KS. 

Even though Gary was referred to as a stubborn ol’ fart, he loved to talk, tell jokes and was quite the prankster. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and tinkering in his shop. &nbsp;Gary could be found each morning with a coffee and newspaper in his hand. &nbsp;He is preceded in death by parents and sister, Judy Duggan.

Daughter: Renee (John) Lemons of Leavenworth, KS

Brother: Larry (Judy) Chaput of Clifton, KS

Grandchildren: Calvin, Christian (Rebecca), Conner, Kayleigh, Kylee and Katelynn Fouquet, Breanna, D.J., Dominic, Hunter and Maci Chaput, Raylea Studt

Great Grandchildren: Elizabeth and Evelyn Fouquet, Sage Chaput, and Lakelynn Smith

Funeral Services: &nbsp;November 25, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Clifton, KS&nbsp;

Burial: St. Marys Cemetery, Clifton, Kansas

Visitation: November 25, 2023, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clifton, KS

Memorials: &nbsp;Memorials can be made to Wreaths Across America c/o the funeral home&nbsp;

Gary Virgil Chaput, age 73, died November 20, 2023, at the Saint Lukes Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on October 12, 1950, to Virgil and Lela (Schumock) Chaput, in Clay Center, KS. Gary grew up in the Clifton area and graduated from Clifton High School in 1969. In enlisted into the United States Army in 1970. He served as an active-duty soldier from 1970-1976. Immediately following, he joined the Kansas National Guard and served from 1976-1989. Gary married Brenda Deaver in 1974. To this union three children were born. Gary worked for Hutchinson Maywrath, LCL Buffalo Ranch, and retired from Heatron in Leavenworth, KS. Even though Gary was referred to as a stubborn ol’ fart, he loved to talk, tell jokes and was quite the prankster. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and tinkering in his shop. &nbsp;Gary could be found each morning with a coffee and newspaper in his hand. &nbsp;He is preceded in death by parents and sister, Judy Duggan.Survivors include:Wife: Brenda Chaput of Leavenworth, KSDaughter: Renee (John) Lemons of Leavenworth, KSSon: Eddie (Erin) Chaput, of Clifton, KSSon: Nathan Chaput of Concordia, KSBrother: Larry (Judy) Chaput of Clifton, KSGrandchildren: Calvin, Christian (Rebecca), Conner, Kayleigh, Kylee and Katelynn Fouquet, Breanna, D.J., Dominic, Hunter and Maci Chaput, Raylea StudtGreat Grandchildren: Elizabeth and Evelyn Fouquet, Sage Chaput, and Lakelynn SmithFuneral Services: &nbsp;November 25, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Clifton, KS&nbsp;Minister: Father Steve HeinaBurial: St. Marys Cemetery, Clifton, KansasVisitation: November 25, 2023, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clifton, KSMemorials: &nbsp;Memorials can be made to Wreaths Across America c/o the funeral home&nbsp;

Gary Virgil Chaput

&nbsp; Donna Lee Longenecker, 91, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023. She was a lifelong Dickinson County resident and an active member of her church. Donna was born August 31, 1932, in Tampa, Kansas to Frank Haynes and Wauneita “Neita” Haynes.

Loved ones remaining are her children; daughters Raylene Smith, Perry, Kansas, andVicki Sigman (Scott), Springfield, Missouri; sons Gale Longenecker (Barbara),Concordia, Kansas, Lyle Longenecker (Marcia), Abilene, Kansas, and Ron Longenecker, Centerton, Arkansas; 18 grandchildren and 57 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Jean Riffel, Yvonne Sexton, and Connie Williamson. She was preceded in death by her husband, one brother, 5 sisters, one son-in-law, and one granddaughter.

Family will receive friends Friday, November 17, 2023, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas. The funeral will be Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Abilene Bible Baptist Church, 409 N Van Buren St, Abilene, Kansas, with interment following at Union Cemetery, Abilene, Kansas. Memorials may be given to Chapman Valley Manor or Heritage Baptist Church Missions. The memorials may be left at the Danner Funeral Home or mailed in the care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Donna Lee Longenecker, 91, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023. She was a lifelong Dickinson County resident and an active member of her church. Donna was born August 31, 1932, in Tampa, Kansas to Frank Haynes and Wauneita “Neita” Haynes.Loved ones remaining are her children; daughters Raylene Smith, Perry, Kansas, andVicki Sigman (Scott), Springfield, Missouri; sons Gale Longenecker (Barbara),Concordia, Kansas, Lyle Longenecker (Marcia), Abilene, Kansas, and Ron Longenecker, Centerton, Arkansas; 18 grandchildren and 57 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Jean Riffel, Yvonne Sexton, and Connie Williamson. She was preceded in death by her husband, one brother, 5 sisters, one son-in-law, and one granddaughter.Family will receive friends Friday, November 17, 2023, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas. The funeral will be Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Abilene Bible Baptist Church, 409 N Van Buren St, Abilene, Kansas, with interment following at Union Cemetery, Abilene, Kansas. Memorials may be given to Chapman Valley Manor or Heritage Baptist Church Missions. The memorials may be left at the Danner Funeral Home or mailed in the care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna Lee Longnecker

&nbsp;Keith B. Oney, 71, of Alma, passed away on Sunday (November 19, 2023) at Osage Nursing Center in Osage City, Kansas.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp; Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.campanellastewart.com/">www.campanellastewart.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;Keith B. Oney, 71, of Alma, passed away on Sunday (November 19, 2023) at Osage Nursing Center in Osage City, Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp; Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.campanellastewart.com/">www.campanellastewart.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Keith B. Oney

Robert Edward Patterson Born December 18, 1951, in Giessen Germany. Robert whose birth name was Henry Bernd Zerwas, was loved from the start, and was adopted to expand the family of his beloved mother Edna Patterson and the man for whom he was named, her husband, Robert B. Patterson. Robert grew up a child of the military but spent most of his childhood in the Junction City, Kansas area. Known for his charisma and athletic ability, both were on full display at Junction City High school where he graduated.

After graduation Robert took his strengths to the collegiate arena where he attended Wichita State University prior to joining the Army. He took all he learned through these experiences and shifted them into a career in Finance working for the State of Kansas where he left a lasting impact.

Robert’s family was always his passion. His love for his sister Jackie and brother Darryl, along with his enduring commitment to his mother Edna all who proceeded him in death was evidence of his immense devotion. He adored his younger sisters Christal and Abia, they gave him an opportunity to be the protector and advocate he wanted to be for all he called family. A proud father and uncle, Robert was always eager to share a story with and about his “kids” with anyone he encountered.

In addition to his love for family Robert loved sports, the Raiders especially. He also loved to cheer on his family in any of their athletic endeavors from soccer to basketball to football. To know Robert was to love him, his stories and jokes, his joy was contagious. He constantly kept everyone around him entertained.

Robert was preceded in death by his mother Edna Patterson, father Robert B. Patterson, brother and best friend, Daryl Jackson and cherished sister Jackie Patterson. He is survived by two loving sisters, Christal Padilla, and Abia McFarland (Bobby).Robert leaves to mourn his passing his five children, Rahsaan Shears (Jamal), Robert-John Patterson, Edward Patterson (Sam), Kathleen Wilson, and Taylor Wilson (Devonta), along with seven grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

A celebration of life will be hosted Saturday December 16, 2023 from 2-6 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of The Eagles Aerie 830,&nbsp; 230 E. 10th St. Junction City Kansas. In leu of flowers please consider a donation to the CDLS Foundation in honor of Roberts granddaughter Naya, or to the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie 830.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;A Man for the DecadesRobert Edward Patterson Born December 18, 1951, in Giessen Germany. Robert whose birth name was Henry Bernd Zerwas, was loved from the start, and was adopted to expand the family of his beloved mother Edna Patterson and the man for whom he was named, her husband, Robert B. Patterson. Robert grew up a child of the military but spent most of his childhood in the Junction City, Kansas area. Known for his charisma and athletic ability, both were on full display at Junction City High school where he graduated.After graduation Robert took his strengths to the collegiate arena where he attended Wichita State University prior to joining the Army. He took all he learned through these experiences and shifted them into a career in Finance working for the State of Kansas where he left a lasting impact.Robert’s family was always his passion. His love for his sister Jackie and brother Darryl, along with his enduring commitment to his mother Edna all who proceeded him in death was evidence of his immense devotion. He adored his younger sisters Christal and Abia, they gave him an opportunity to be the protector and advocate he wanted to be for all he called family. A proud father and uncle, Robert was always eager to share a story with and about his “kids” with anyone he encountered.In addition to his love for family Robert loved sports, the Raiders especially. He also loved to cheer on his family in any of their athletic endeavors from soccer to basketball to football. To know Robert was to love him, his stories and jokes, his joy was contagious. He constantly kept everyone around him entertained.Robert was preceded in death by his mother Edna Patterson, father Robert B. Patterson, brother and best friend, Daryl Jackson and cherished sister Jackie Patterson. He is survived by two loving sisters, Christal Padilla, and Abia McFarland (Bobby).Robert leaves to mourn his passing his five children, Rahsaan Shears (Jamal), Robert-John Patterson, Edward Patterson (Sam), Kathleen Wilson, and Taylor Wilson (Devonta), along with seven grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.A celebration of life will be hosted Saturday December 16, 2023 from 2-6 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of The Eagles Aerie 830,&nbsp; 230 E. 10th St. Junction City Kansas. In leu of flowers please consider a donation to the CDLS Foundation in honor of Roberts granddaughter Naya, or to the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie 830.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert E. Patterson -  1951 - 2023

Marion Waldraudt Hayden peacefully passed away in her husband’s arms on November 10, 2023, at the age of 62 at her residence in Junction City, Kansas. She was born on August 24, 1961, in Furth, Germany.Marion will be dearly missed by her husband, Dave Hayden; her daughters, Amanda Vilander (Airrion) and Denise Howard (Jacob); her son, Naythan Hall; her stepdaughter Tabbitha Hayden (Larry); grandchildren, Caden Reece, Larry and Lorenzo Jones and her best friend and sister Dorine Royse (Frank).

Marion was a loving and kindhearted person always radiating warmth and compassion to those around her. Her outgoing nature touched the lives of many, and her memory will forever be treasured by those who had the privilege of knowing her.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marion enjoyed her time working at Stacy’s restaurant and Cracker Barrel.

A Celebration of Life service will be held in honor of Marion at a later date, where family and friends will gather to share stories, memories and pay tribute to Marion’s life. 

Marion was proceeded in death by her mother Anneliese Lincoln and cherished Oma Gertrude Lange, who influenced her early years. During this time of loss, let us remember Marion for the love and joy she brought into our lives. May her spirit continue to inspire us to be kind and compassionate to one another.&nbsp; .A special thanks to Father Kerry for his spiritual guidance and Novella Olson for all the times spent visiting with Marion bringing her back to her German heritage.

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 </figure>Marion Waldraudt Hayden peacefully passed away in her husband’s arms on November 10, 2023, at the age of 62 at her residence in Junction City, Kansas. She was born on August 24, 1961, in Furth, Germany.Marion will be dearly missed by her husband, Dave Hayden; her daughters, Amanda Vilander (Airrion) and Denise Howard (Jacob); her son, Naythan Hall; her stepdaughter Tabbitha Hayden (Larry); grandchildren, Caden Reece, Larry and Lorenzo Jones and her best friend and sister Dorine Royse (Frank).Marion was a loving and kindhearted person always radiating warmth and compassion to those around her. Her outgoing nature touched the lives of many, and her memory will forever be treasured by those who had the privilege of knowing her.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marion enjoyed her time working at Stacy’s restaurant and Cracker Barrel.A Celebration of Life service will be held in honor of Marion at a later date, where family and friends will gather to share stories, memories and pay tribute to Marion’s life. Marion was proceeded in death by her mother Anneliese Lincoln and cherished Oma Gertrude Lange, who influenced her early years. During this time of loss, let us remember Marion for the love and joy she brought into our lives. May her spirit continue to inspire us to be kind and compassionate to one another.&nbsp; .A special thanks to Father Kerry for his spiritual guidance and Novella Olson for all the times spent visiting with Marion bringing her back to her German heritage.

Marion Waldraudt Hayden

Carla Jaylene Allen, 73, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on November 19, 2023, at Valley View Senior Life Center.&nbsp; A family led service will take place at a later date.

Carla was born on April 1, 1950, to Jay and Dolores (Staufenberg) Allen in Junction City, Kansas. Shortly after leaving high school, she found herself on post working in a Fort Riley cafeteria. Working there, she was introduced to a young soldier who later became her future husband. He made sure to visit her for lunch every single day to make a good impression. They decided to raise their family here in Junction City, Kansas and to grow old together.

She is survived by her son, Dale Allen; two grandchildren, Cory and Cody; one brother, John J. Thompson and one sister, Dee Thompson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Carla Jaylene Allen, 73, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on November 19, 2023, at Valley View Senior Life Center.&nbsp; A family led service will take place at a later date.Carla was born on April 1, 1950, to Jay and Dolores (Staufenberg) Allen in Junction City, Kansas. Shortly after leaving high school, she found herself on post working in a Fort Riley cafeteria. Working there, she was introduced to a young soldier who later became her future husband. He made sure to visit her for lunch every single day to make a good impression. They decided to raise their family here in Junction City, Kansas and to grow old together.She is survived by her son, Dale Allen; two grandchildren, Cory and Cody; one brother, John J. Thompson and one sister, Dee Thompson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carla Jaylene Allen

SFC (RET) Jaime A. Garcia, 70, of Milford, Kansas, passed away on November 15, 2023, at Stormont-Vail Healthcare. A family led celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Jaime was born on June 4, 1953, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. His stories growing up there were always adventurous. At seventeen years old, Jaime decided to enlist into the United States Army, bringing him to Fort Riley, Kansas. This was the start of his new life. Soon after being stationed on Fort Riley, he met the love of his life, Ellen, at the bowling alley on Fort Riley. Soon after they married on July 5,1975. They shared 48 years of marriage together raising their three daughters. During his military career, he and his family were stationed in Germany three times and were stationed three times in the United States. He served his country honorably for 21 years, earning many awards, decorations, medals, and badges.

He is survived by his loving wife, Ellen; three daughters, Kristina (Gabe) Gillick, Monika (Derrick) Tomes, and Jessika (Aron) Haselbauer; four grandchildren, Brooklyn (Geo) Lee, Jayla Haselbauer, Ethan Boggs, and Tristin Haselbauer and a host of other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Chase.Jaime A. Garcia was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and a self-titled "expert" fisherman.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>SFC (RET) Jaime A. Garcia</figcaption>
 </figure>SFC (RET) Jaime A. Garcia, 70, of Milford, Kansas, passed away on November 15, 2023, at Stormont-Vail Healthcare. A family led celebration of life will be held at a later date.Jaime was born on June 4, 1953, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. His stories growing up there were always adventurous. At seventeen years old, Jaime decided to enlist into the United States Army, bringing him to Fort Riley, Kansas. This was the start of his new life. Soon after being stationed on Fort Riley, he met the love of his life, Ellen, at the bowling alley on Fort Riley. Soon after they married on July 5,1975. They shared 48 years of marriage together raising their three daughters. During his military career, he and his family were stationed in Germany three times and were stationed three times in the United States. He served his country honorably for 21 years, earning many awards, decorations, medals, and badges.He is survived by his loving wife, Ellen; three daughters, Kristina (Gabe) Gillick, Monika (Derrick) Tomes, and Jessika (Aron) Haselbauer; four grandchildren, Brooklyn (Geo) Lee, Jayla Haselbauer, Ethan Boggs, and Tristin Haselbauer and a host of other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Chase.Jaime A. Garcia was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and a self-titled "expert" fisherman.&nbsp;&nbsp;

SFC (RET) Jaime A. Garcia

Kendall Damaricus Talley, 25, of Junction City, Kansas died Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at Stormont Vail - Flint Hills Campus Hospital in Junction City, Kansas. Kendall was born February 26, 1998. Kendall was a stranger to no one, and a friend to all. He grew up being a part of theater, band, 4H, and baseball. He loved to go boating on the lake, creating art of any kind, using tools, and just being with his friends and family. Kendall graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 2016. He attended Wichita Area Technical College, and was currently working for Max Motors of Manhattan. Kendall’s charismatic personality, loving heart, and infectious smile was uplifting to anyone around him. He loved his role as father, and adored his baby Kahlani. He was a remarkable person as a son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and as a friend.

Survivors include daughter Kahlani Talley, of Wichita, Kansas, and her mother Jillian Bennington; mother and father, Brian Jackson and Christina Talley-Jackson of Junction City, Kansas; two sisters, Brianna Talley and Krysta Talley both of Junction City, Kansas; grandparents, Samuel and Cynthia McCray of Lancaster, Texas and James and Linda Talley of Milford, Kansas.

Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Johnson Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Kahlani Talley educational fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kendall Damaricus Talley, 25, of Junction City, Kansas died Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at Stormont Vail - Flint Hills Campus Hospital in Junction City, Kansas. Kendall was born February 26, 1998. Kendall was a stranger to no one, and a friend to all. He grew up being a part of theater, band, 4H, and baseball. He loved to go boating on the lake, creating art of any kind, using tools, and just being with his friends and family. Kendall graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 2016. He attended Wichita Area Technical College, and was currently working for Max Motors of Manhattan. Kendall’s charismatic personality, loving heart, and infectious smile was uplifting to anyone around him. He loved his role as father, and adored his baby Kahlani. He was a remarkable person as a son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and as a friend.Survivors include daughter Kahlani Talley, of Wichita, Kansas, and her mother Jillian Bennington; mother and father, Brian Jackson and Christina Talley-Jackson of Junction City, Kansas; two sisters, Brianna Talley and Krysta Talley both of Junction City, Kansas; grandparents, Samuel and Cynthia McCray of Lancaster, Texas and James and Linda Talley of Milford, Kansas.Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Johnson Funeral Home.Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Kahlani Talley educational fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kendall Damaricus Talley

Shirley Rose Schurle, age 88 of Manhattan, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, at Via Christi Village in Manhattan.

She was born on October 12, 1935, in Manhattan, the daughter of Darrell and Rose (Riniker) Russell.

She married George Lyman Schurle on February 24, 1954.

She worked along with her husband as owner and operators of Schurle’s Water Conditioning.&nbsp; She was a member of the Sedalia Community Church and enjoyed being outdoors working in her flower garden.&nbsp; Shirley loved attending her grandchildren’s activities and K-State sporting events.

She is survived by her husband, Lyman Schurle of Manhattan; four sons, DeWayne Schurle and wife Julie of Manhattan, David Schurle of Riley, Darrell Schurle and wife Lisa of Manhattan, and Jamie Schurle of Colorado; 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Jim Russell; two sisters, Sally Warren and Francis Fugate, and one grandson, Christopher Schurle.

A Celebration of Life will be from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. on November 27, 2023, at the Sedalia Community Church Annex.&nbsp; Casual attire is recommended with K-State attire encouraged.

A private family inurnment will be in the Valley View Memorial Park.

Shirley Rose Schurle, age 88 of Manhattan, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, at Via Christi Village in Manhattan.She was born on October 12, 1935, in Manhattan, the daughter of Darrell and Rose (Riniker) Russell.She married George Lyman Schurle on February 24, 1954.She worked along with her husband as owner and operators of Schurle’s Water Conditioning.&nbsp; She was a member of the Sedalia Community Church and enjoyed being outdoors working in her flower garden.&nbsp; Shirley loved attending her grandchildren’s activities and K-State sporting events.She is survived by her husband, Lyman Schurle of Manhattan; four sons, DeWayne Schurle and wife Julie of Manhattan, David Schurle of Riley, Darrell Schurle and wife Lisa of Manhattan, and Jamie Schurle of Colorado; 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Jim Russell; two sisters, Sally Warren and Francis Fugate, and one grandson, Christopher Schurle.A Celebration of Life will be from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. on November 27, 2023, at the Sedalia Community Church Annex.&nbsp; Casual attire is recommended with K-State attire encouraged.A private family inurnment will be in the Valley View Memorial Park.

Shirley Rose Schurle

Gail Habluetzel, 77, passed away peacefully November 16, 2023, at Linn Community Nursing Home from complications due to Parkinson’s Disease. 

Gail was born July 15, 1946, in Clay Center, the third son of Lawrence and Maxine (Strom) Habluetzel. He graduated from CCCHS in 1964 and earned a Journalism degree at the University of Kansas in 1968. Gail met and married the love of his life, Marsha Decker, while in college. He and Marsha lived in California and Texas, but eventually made their way back to Clay Center, where they have lived for 43 years. Gail served with Campus Crusade for Christ for many years, first as an editor of a Christian athletic magazine, then with a touring singing group. This led to quite a bit of travel around mainland U.S., as well as Hawaii, Canada and Europe. Gail’s faith in Jesus Christ was always the most important thing in his life.

When Gail and Marsha moved back to Clay Center, Gail was hired as a staff member for Big Lakes Developmental Center and worked there for 25 years in various roles. He retired in 2006 as BLDC’s Clay Center Services Director. Gail was heavily involved in the Evangelical Covenant Church, serving in multiple roles throughout his years of membership. Gail was known for his love of music and his beautiful singing voice, and was happy to sing for special programs, weddings, and funerals in the community. He also enjoyed being “Uncle Sam” for nine years during Clay Center’s Fourth of July parades, which usually involved singing in costume in a special program on the Courthouse Square.&nbsp; &nbsp;4-H was another place where Gail served in the roles of club leader, camp counselor, food stand manager, and fair board member during the years his children were involved. He also served on the boards of the United Way and the Clay Center Chamber of Commerce.&nbsp;

Gail was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Maxine, and older brother, Loy Habluetzel.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Marsha, of 55 years, and one brother, Larry (Carol) Habluetzel of Overland Park, Kansas. &nbsp;Children: Amy (John) Battenfield of Clay Center, Kansas; Carrie (Matthew) Macy of Wichita, Kansas; Adam (Angel) Habluetzel of Grand Junction, Colorado; Mark (Lisa) Habluetzel of Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Gail was also blessed with and survived by eight grandsons, three granddaughters, one great-grandson, three nephews, and one niece.

Private Family Burial will be held in Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.

Celebration of Life Service: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, at the Clay Center Evangelical Covenant Church, 1330 15th Street, Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorial donations can be made to the Evangelical Covenant Church or Big Lakes Developmental Center in care of the funeral home.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700510116213.jpeg" alt="Gail Habluetzel" />
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 </figure>Gail Habluetzel, 77, passed away peacefully November 16, 2023, at Linn Community Nursing Home from complications due to Parkinson’s Disease. Gail was born July 15, 1946, in Clay Center, the third son of Lawrence and Maxine (Strom) Habluetzel. He graduated from CCCHS in 1964 and earned a Journalism degree at the University of Kansas in 1968. Gail met and married the love of his life, Marsha Decker, while in college. He and Marsha lived in California and Texas, but eventually made their way back to Clay Center, where they have lived for 43 years. Gail served with Campus Crusade for Christ for many years, first as an editor of a Christian athletic magazine, then with a touring singing group. This led to quite a bit of travel around mainland U.S., as well as Hawaii, Canada and Europe. Gail’s faith in Jesus Christ was always the most important thing in his life.When Gail and Marsha moved back to Clay Center, Gail was hired as a staff member for Big Lakes Developmental Center and worked there for 25 years in various roles. He retired in 2006 as BLDC’s Clay Center Services Director. Gail was heavily involved in the Evangelical Covenant Church, serving in multiple roles throughout his years of membership. Gail was known for his love of music and his beautiful singing voice, and was happy to sing for special programs, weddings, and funerals in the community. He also enjoyed being “Uncle Sam” for nine years during Clay Center’s Fourth of July parades, which usually involved singing in costume in a special program on the Courthouse Square.&nbsp; &nbsp;4-H was another place where Gail served in the roles of club leader, camp counselor, food stand manager, and fair board member during the years his children were involved. He also served on the boards of the United Way and the Clay Center Chamber of Commerce.&nbsp;Gail was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Maxine, and older brother, Loy Habluetzel.He leaves behind his beloved wife, Marsha, of 55 years, and one brother, Larry (Carol) Habluetzel of Overland Park, Kansas. &nbsp;Children: Amy (John) Battenfield of Clay Center, Kansas; Carrie (Matthew) Macy of Wichita, Kansas; Adam (Angel) Habluetzel of Grand Junction, Colorado; Mark (Lisa) Habluetzel of Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Gail was also blessed with and survived by eight grandsons, three granddaughters, one great-grandson, three nephews, and one niece.Private Family Burial will be held in Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Celebration of Life Service: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, at the Clay Center Evangelical Covenant Church, 1330 15th Street, Clay Center, Kansas.Memorial donations can be made to the Evangelical Covenant Church or Big Lakes Developmental Center in care of the funeral home.

Gail Habluetzel

Glenda “Jill” Irene Cooper Spohn, passed away on November 15, 2023, at the age of 78 in Abilene, Kansas. She was born on June 22, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas, daughter of Glenn and Dorcas Evans Cooper. The oldest of four, Jill, was active in Campfire Girls and St. James Episcopal Church in Wichita, Kansas. She graduated from Southeast High in 1963 and continued her education at Emporia State University. While attending ESU, Jill met Jerold Spohn, and the two married December 20, 1965. They had a strong marriage of 57 years and were a positive example of upholding marriage vows. One of their favorite things to do was to pick out anniversary cards for one another each year. After a few years of marriage, the couple settled in White City, Kansas, where they grew their family and raised 6 children - 3 boys and 3 girls. They moved to the house on Garfield Street in 1982 and lived there for the next 36 years. Jill worked as the secretary of White City Schools for a number of years before staying home to raise her hildren. In 1992 Jill graduated from Emporia State University, with her degree in Secondary Education in History. It was important to her to finish what she had started and demonstrated perseverance and sacrifices she completed her degree. Her last place of employment before retirement was with Central National ank in Junction City.

Jill’s children were her pride and joy and she could always be counted on to be in attendance at any of theirsporting events, 4-H activities, or church functions. In her free time, Jill enjoyed gardening, growing flowers and reading. She could be found nearly every Saturday at the local library. Jill regularly participated in an EHU group for women, served on various church committees, and was a very active member of local andcounty 4-H boards throughout the years the family resided in White City. When grandchildren began to come along, Jill was delighted. She was known to send cards full of stickers tothem and always had a new toy to play with when they would visit. Some of the most meaningful days to Jill ere the days her entire family would gather together for a family reunion in the summer or at the holidays in December. 

In 2019, Jerry and Jill moved to the Chapman/Abilene area. During these last few years, Jill’s family watched as Alzheimer’s invaded her mind and she slowly lost her ability to remember all things. Though she grew incapable of remembering, those who love her the most will remember her for how supportive, devoted, and loving she was as a wife, mother, and grandmother.

 Jill is survived by her loving husband, Jerold Spohn, her children Jerold Spohn Jr. (Reva), Bryon Spohn, Michael Spohn (Erin), Barbara Boggs (Matt), Jennifer Hickman (Daniel), and Susan Monnier (Mark). She isalso survived by 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Jill was preceded in death by her parents, Glennand Dorcas Cooper, and her sister, Jeanne Hoffman.

A private graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. Following the service, a reception will be held at the White City Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, please consider making charitable donations to Rock Springs Ranch, a touchstone in the Spohn family, or to the United Methodist Church in White City.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glenda “Jill” Irene Cooper Spohn, passed away on November 15, 2023, at the age of 78 in Abilene, Kansas. She was born on June 22, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas, daughter of Glenn and Dorcas Evans Cooper. The oldest of four, Jill, was active in Campfire Girls and St. James Episcopal Church in Wichita, Kansas. She graduated from Southeast High in 1963 and continued her education at Emporia State University. While attending ESU, Jill met Jerold Spohn, and the two married December 20, 1965. They had a strong marriage of 57 years and were a positive example of upholding marriage vows. One of their favorite things to do was to pick out anniversary cards for one another each year. After a few years of marriage, the couple settled in White City, Kansas, where they grew their family and raised 6 children - 3 boys and 3 girls. They moved to the house on Garfield Street in 1982 and lived there for the next 36 years. Jill worked as the secretary of White City Schools for a number of years before staying home to raise her hildren. In 1992 Jill graduated from Emporia State University, with her degree in Secondary Education in History. It was important to her to finish what she had started and demonstrated perseverance and sacrifices she completed her degree. Her last place of employment before retirement was with Central National ank in Junction City.Jill’s children were her pride and joy and she could always be counted on to be in attendance at any of theirsporting events, 4-H activities, or church functions. In her free time, Jill enjoyed gardening, growing flowers and reading. She could be found nearly every Saturday at the local library. Jill regularly participated in an EHU group for women, served on various church committees, and was a very active member of local andcounty 4-H boards throughout the years the family resided in White City. When grandchildren began to come along, Jill was delighted. She was known to send cards full of stickers tothem and always had a new toy to play with when they would visit. Some of the most meaningful days to Jill ere the days her entire family would gather together for a family reunion in the summer or at the holidays in December. In 2019, Jerry and Jill moved to the Chapman/Abilene area. During these last few years, Jill’s family watched as Alzheimer’s invaded her mind and she slowly lost her ability to remember all things. Though she grew incapable of remembering, those who love her the most will remember her for how supportive, devoted, and loving she was as a wife, mother, and grandmother. Jill is survived by her loving husband, Jerold Spohn, her children Jerold Spohn Jr. (Reva), Bryon Spohn, Michael Spohn (Erin), Barbara Boggs (Matt), Jennifer Hickman (Daniel), and Susan Monnier (Mark). She isalso survived by 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Jill was preceded in death by her parents, Glennand Dorcas Cooper, and her sister, Jeanne Hoffman.A private graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. Following the service, a reception will be held at the White City Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, please consider making charitable donations to Rock Springs Ranch, a touchstone in the Spohn family, or to the United Methodist Church in White City.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glenda “Jill” Irene Cooper Spohn

Eric E. Caldwell, age 52, of Manhattan, died November 14, 2023.

He was born March 30, 1971, in Leoti, Kansas, the son of Larry E. Caldwell and E. Louise Lomax.

Eric graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1989. He began his culinary career at Prairie Dunes Country Club and then moved to Manhattan, where he became an integral part of the food and beverage operations initially at Manhattan Country Club, and then for 12 years at Harry’s and Harry’s Catering. Most recently, he was co-owner and manager of Varsity Donuts, where he served as a mentor to his young team members, not only teaching them how to manage a well-run kitchen, but also imparting valuable life skills. He cared for his staff deeply, His job was his life.

Eric was a musician, artist, and incredible chef. He was humble but extremely accomplished. He will be missed greatly by the Manhattan restaurant community, his friends, and the many people whose lives he influenced.

Eric had a variety of interests and passions, including upholstery, History, his vintage watch collection and listening to Elvis and Johnny Cash.

Survivors include his mother Louise McIntire (Jim) of Buhler, KS; his father Larry Caldwell (AvNell Mayfield) of Shelton, WA; two brothers: Adrian Caldwell (Amanda) of Hutchinson, KS, and William Caldwell (Melissa Mallon) of Nashville, TN; three step siblings: Amy Danenberg (Brian) of Manhattan, Laura Goss (Jared Casanova) of Hutchinson, and Ian McIntire (Brittani) of Hutchinson; his half-brother Matthew Caldwell of Hutchinson; eight nieces and nephews: Coyote and Phoenix Caldwell, Melaina and Ryan Goss, Miles Danenberg, Brailey, Kinsley and Madilyn McIntire; and the many students that worked with him over the years that he considered his “kids.”

A Celebration of Eric’s Life will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 2nd, at the University Christian Church Auditorium, 2800 Claflin Road, Manhattan, with Andrew Jansen officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to either Purple Power Animal Welfare Society or Manhattan Common Table, which provides free weekly community meals. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Eric E. Caldwell, age 52, of Manhattan, died November 14, 2023.He was born March 30, 1971, in Leoti, Kansas, the son of Larry E. Caldwell and E. Louise Lomax.Eric graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1989. He began his culinary career at Prairie Dunes Country Club and then moved to Manhattan, where he became an integral part of the food and beverage operations initially at Manhattan Country Club, and then for 12 years at Harry’s and Harry’s Catering. Most recently, he was co-owner and manager of Varsity Donuts, where he served as a mentor to his young team members, not only teaching them how to manage a well-run kitchen, but also imparting valuable life skills. He cared for his staff deeply, His job was his life.Eric was a musician, artist, and incredible chef. He was humble but extremely accomplished. He will be missed greatly by the Manhattan restaurant community, his friends, and the many people whose lives he influenced.Eric had a variety of interests and passions, including upholstery, History, his vintage watch collection and listening to Elvis and Johnny Cash.Survivors include his mother Louise McIntire (Jim) of Buhler, KS; his father Larry Caldwell (AvNell Mayfield) of Shelton, WA; two brothers: Adrian Caldwell (Amanda) of Hutchinson, KS, and William Caldwell (Melissa Mallon) of Nashville, TN; three step siblings: Amy Danenberg (Brian) of Manhattan, Laura Goss (Jared Casanova) of Hutchinson, and Ian McIntire (Brittani) of Hutchinson; his half-brother Matthew Caldwell of Hutchinson; eight nieces and nephews: Coyote and Phoenix Caldwell, Melaina and Ryan Goss, Miles Danenberg, Brailey, Kinsley and Madilyn McIntire; and the many students that worked with him over the years that he considered his “kids.”A Celebration of Eric’s Life will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 2nd, at the University Christian Church Auditorium, 2800 Claflin Road, Manhattan, with Andrew Jansen officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to either Purple Power Animal Welfare Society or Manhattan Common Table, which provides free weekly community meals. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Eric E. Caldwell

On November 14, 2023, the angels came to take our dear Granny back to her husband and daughter. Doris passed away peacefully with her youngest daughter by her side at 2:45 in the morning.

She was the daughter of Rachel and George Colson, and predeceased by her daughter Connie Chabira, and her husband Donald Kimble. Doris leaves behind her children Colleen Cain (Gilbert), Donald Kimble Jr, and Carol Barham (James). Four grandchildren, Troy, Adam, Rachel, and Miles, seven great grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren. Call her grandma or mama, she lovingly referred to everyone as “kid.’

Everyone who met Doris loved her. Even after losing her husband and moving across state lines to be near her girls, she made new friends everywhere she went and always kept the old ones close. She was a very talented seamstress, quilter, and cook. She was a passionate game player whether it be cards, bingo, or board games, and later in life loved to puzzle. Doris was filled with love, light, and laughter. A devoted believer, she was always an active church member as long as she was able. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

She will be laid to rest next to her husband of over 50 years in a private service.

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 </figure>On November 14, 2023, the angels came to take our dear Granny back to her husband and daughter. Doris passed away peacefully with her youngest daughter by her side at 2:45 in the morning.She was the daughter of Rachel and George Colson, and predeceased by her daughter Connie Chabira, and her husband Donald Kimble. Doris leaves behind her children Colleen Cain (Gilbert), Donald Kimble Jr, and Carol Barham (James). Four grandchildren, Troy, Adam, Rachel, and Miles, seven great grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren. Call her grandma or mama, she lovingly referred to everyone as “kid.’Everyone who met Doris loved her. Even after losing her husband and moving across state lines to be near her girls, she made new friends everywhere she went and always kept the old ones close. She was a very talented seamstress, quilter, and cook. She was a passionate game player whether it be cards, bingo, or board games, and later in life loved to puzzle. Doris was filled with love, light, and laughter. A devoted believer, she was always an active church member as long as she was able. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.She will be laid to rest next to her husband of over 50 years in a private service.

Doris Kimble - June 25, 1928  -  November 14, 2023

John C. Lyon, age 76, passed away on November 12, 2023, in Wichita, KS. He was born on January 7, 1947, in St. Louis, MO. John was the son of George and Velma (Stark) Lyon.

John graduated from Manhattan, KS High School in 1964. He began his banking career at First National Bank in Manhattan. He also worked with Shelter Insurance in the loan dept and ECU Credit Union.

John attended two years at K-State and then decided to join the U.S. Air Force. After being honorably discharged, he returned to college and graduated with a bachelor's degree from South Western Oklahoma State University.

John married Carol (McGee) Lyon in 1976 in Dallas, TX. They shared 47 years together.

John loved K-State and took pride in purple knowing his father was a football player for K-State in the 40s and was later drafted by the Chicago Bears. His mother was a second-grade teacher at the Marlatt Annex, here in Manhattan as well.

John was preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his wife, Carol.

Cremation has taken place and a graveside service with military honors is pending for a later date in springtime. Memorials can be made payable to the&nbsp;Riley County Humane Society&nbsp;in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>John C. Lyon, age 76, passed away on November 12, 2023, in Wichita, KS. He was born on January 7, 1947, in St. Louis, MO. John was the son of George and Velma (Stark) Lyon.John graduated from Manhattan, KS High School in 1964. He began his banking career at First National Bank in Manhattan. He also worked with Shelter Insurance in the loan dept and ECU Credit Union.John attended two years at K-State and then decided to join the U.S. Air Force. After being honorably discharged, he returned to college and graduated with a bachelor's degree from South Western Oklahoma State University.John married Carol (McGee) Lyon in 1976 in Dallas, TX. They shared 47 years together.John loved K-State and took pride in purple knowing his father was a football player for K-State in the 40s and was later drafted by the Chicago Bears. His mother was a second-grade teacher at the Marlatt Annex, here in Manhattan as well.John was preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his wife, Carol.Cremation has taken place and a graveside service with military honors is pending for a later date in springtime. Memorials can be made payable to the&nbsp;Riley County Humane Society&nbsp;in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502.

John C. Lyon

Don Eldon Emley, 91, died peacefully the morning of November 12, 2023 at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice in Manhattan, Kansas.

Don was born on December 31, 1931 in Mount Ayr, Iowa the second of two children born to Holly and Ella Emley. Don grew up in Clarinda, Iowa graduated from Clarinda High School, and after some college coursework, he joined the Navy. He served from January 1951 to November 1954 as a Metalsmith 3rd Class on the USS Kankakee.

After his service in the Navy Don worked at his father’s auto body shop in Clarinda and during that time he had his eye on a pretty young woman named Sandra. The couple was married on March 18, 1956, at the Yorktown, Iowa United Methodist Church.

Following his passion for mechanical work, Don and Sandra moved to Oklahoma where Don attended the Spartan School of Aeronautics. They lived in Oklahoma City for 11 years while Don worked in the aviation maintenance industry. All four of Don and Sandra’s children were born in Oklahoma. Don then accepted a position at the Manhattan airport as service manager and remained there until his retirement in 1996. During his years there he hired his children to hold various part time jobs and there is more than one entertaining story about the mechanical abilities (or lack thereof) passed down to the kids in varying degrees.

Don lived a life of service. Not only was he a devoted mechanic, making sure planes were ready to go when clients needed them, day or night, holidays and weekends, he served his church as a member of the Board of Trustees, volunteering to repair whatever was needed. He also kept busy repairing the vehicles of 4 teenagers, no small task. All of this was done without complaint and a quiet, steady presence.

A passion of Don’s was antique cars and in 1979 he came home with a 1948 Buick Roadmaster convertible that became his pride and joy. He spent the next several years working to fully restore the car, doing everything from the body work to electrical, mechanical and upholstery work. The car provided Don and Sandra with many enjoyable road trips, car shows, and chauffeuring opportunities. In 2003 Don and his sons and sons-in-law participated in “The Hemmings Motor News Great Race,” a time, speed, and endurance rally for 1974 and older collector vehicles. The car has become a source of great pride for the family and a symbol of Don’s hard work, his attention to detail in everything he did, and his acts of service which was how he showed his deep love for his family.

Don was a member of Valley Car Collectors Club, Buick Club of America, American Legion Post 17 and the K-State Flying Club.

Don was preceded in death, by wife Sandra (Isaacson) Emley, parents Holly and Ella (Doolittle) Emley, and sister Janice Buntz. Survivors include son Mark Emley (Rebecca) of Overland Park, KS; son Scott Emley (DeeAnn) of Manhattan, KS; daughters Terri Emley (Nanette) of Olathe, KS and Julie Swank, Olathe, KS. Grandchildren Michael Emley, Overland Park; Anna (Stuart) Petty, Kansas City, MO; Kailen (Derrek) Jacobsen, Manhattan, KS; Ryan Emley (Amber), Manhattan, KS; Matthew Shrader, Salina KS; Rebecca Swank, Merriam, KS; Rachel Swank, Denver, CO.; and five beloved great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m. Thursday, November 30th, in the Connecting Link at First United Methodist Church.

A Celebration of Don’s Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, November 30th, at the First United Methodist Church, 621 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, with Reverend Donn Voteau officiating. Private family interment with Navy Honors will be in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Riley County, Kansas.

One of Don’s wishes was to have a fun gathering with food and drink, music, and ice cream to celebrate his life. All friends and family are invited to join the celebration at Blue Sage Barn, 1484 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, on Thursday, November 30th, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. following the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the First United Methodist Church, Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice or the Midwest Dream Car Collection. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700508232689.jpeg" alt="Don Eldon Emley" />
 <figcaption>Don Eldon Emley</figcaption>
 </figure>Don Eldon Emley, 91, died peacefully the morning of November 12, 2023 at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice in Manhattan, Kansas.Don was born on December 31, 1931 in Mount Ayr, Iowa the second of two children born to Holly and Ella Emley. Don grew up in Clarinda, Iowa graduated from Clarinda High School, and after some college coursework, he joined the Navy. He served from January 1951 to November 1954 as a Metalsmith 3rd Class on the USS Kankakee.After his service in the Navy Don worked at his father’s auto body shop in Clarinda and during that time he had his eye on a pretty young woman named Sandra. The couple was married on March 18, 1956, at the Yorktown, Iowa United Methodist Church.Following his passion for mechanical work, Don and Sandra moved to Oklahoma where Don attended the Spartan School of Aeronautics. They lived in Oklahoma City for 11 years while Don worked in the aviation maintenance industry. All four of Don and Sandra’s children were born in Oklahoma. Don then accepted a position at the Manhattan airport as service manager and remained there until his retirement in 1996. During his years there he hired his children to hold various part time jobs and there is more than one entertaining story about the mechanical abilities (or lack thereof) passed down to the kids in varying degrees.Don lived a life of service. Not only was he a devoted mechanic, making sure planes were ready to go when clients needed them, day or night, holidays and weekends, he served his church as a member of the Board of Trustees, volunteering to repair whatever was needed. He also kept busy repairing the vehicles of 4 teenagers, no small task. All of this was done without complaint and a quiet, steady presence.A passion of Don’s was antique cars and in 1979 he came home with a 1948 Buick Roadmaster convertible that became his pride and joy. He spent the next several years working to fully restore the car, doing everything from the body work to electrical, mechanical and upholstery work. The car provided Don and Sandra with many enjoyable road trips, car shows, and chauffeuring opportunities. In 2003 Don and his sons and sons-in-law participated in “The Hemmings Motor News Great Race,” a time, speed, and endurance rally for 1974 and older collector vehicles. The car has become a source of great pride for the family and a symbol of Don’s hard work, his attention to detail in everything he did, and his acts of service which was how he showed his deep love for his family.Don was a member of Valley Car Collectors Club, Buick Club of America, American Legion Post 17 and the K-State Flying Club.Don was preceded in death, by wife Sandra (Isaacson) Emley, parents Holly and Ella (Doolittle) Emley, and sister Janice Buntz. Survivors include son Mark Emley (Rebecca) of Overland Park, KS; son Scott Emley (DeeAnn) of Manhattan, KS; daughters Terri Emley (Nanette) of Olathe, KS and Julie Swank, Olathe, KS. Grandchildren Michael Emley, Overland Park; Anna (Stuart) Petty, Kansas City, MO; Kailen (Derrek) Jacobsen, Manhattan, KS; Ryan Emley (Amber), Manhattan, KS; Matthew Shrader, Salina KS; Rebecca Swank, Merriam, KS; Rachel Swank, Denver, CO.; and five beloved great grandchildren.The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m. Thursday, November 30th, in the Connecting Link at First United Methodist Church.A Celebration of Don’s Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, November 30th, at the First United Methodist Church, 621 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, with Reverend Donn Voteau officiating. Private family interment with Navy Honors will be in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Riley County, Kansas.One of Don’s wishes was to have a fun gathering with food and drink, music, and ice cream to celebrate his life. All friends and family are invited to join the celebration at Blue Sage Barn, 1484 Wildcat Creek Road, Manhattan, on Thursday, November 30th, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. following the service.Memorial contributions may be made to either the First United Methodist Church, Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice or the Midwest Dream Car Collection. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Don Eldon Emley

Heaven called home one of its most passionate ambassadors, the Reverend Stanley Padgett, on November 12, 2023. &nbsp;Reverend Padgett went to his Lord surrounded by family and the music of his favorite hymns, at age 90, following a life of service to God spanning over 70 years.Reverend Padgett was born in Long Beach, CA on Sept 27, 1933. &nbsp;He was raised in Alma, Kansas on his ancestral Thoes family farm that had been established in the 1854. &nbsp;He would have graduated high school from Alma High School in 1951, but he enlisted in the Navy in 1950 to fight in the Korean War which started that year. &nbsp;He served as a radioman on the USS Philippine Sea until his honorable discharge in July 1954.&nbsp;

Stanley’s plan once the war ended was to complete college and become a lawyer. &nbsp;However, God had other ideas. &nbsp;Stanley witnessed the death of a shipmate, which had a profound effect on him, and he decided to use his talents to become a minister and make his life’s work spreading the Gospel of the Lord. &nbsp;When he was discharged after the war, he returned to Kansas and attended St. John’s College in Winfield, Kansas, and then Concordia Lutheran Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, where he graduated in 1958. &nbsp;He became an ordained minister on May 31, 1961.

While at Concordia Seminary, he worked as an orderly at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, and saw a young nurse, Norma Hauschild, doing her rounds. &nbsp;He instantly knew she was the woman he wanted to marry, and they were married on July 5, 1957. &nbsp;Over 63 years of marriage, they had eight children, one of whom died from birth defects. &nbsp;Education and work ethic were very important to Stanley and Norma, and all seven children graduated from Apache High School and went on to receive Bachelor degrees from Oklahoma State University and multiple advanced degrees. &nbsp;The children established the Padgett Endowed Presidential Scholarship in their parents’ honor at Oklahoma State University in 2002, which is awarded every year to a deserving sophomore at OSU from a rural Oklahoma community. &nbsp;Later in his life, his greatest joy was being with his grandchildren, driving thousands of miles across Oklahoma and Texas to be present in their daily lives whether it be after-school shuttling, attending school programs, or cheering at sports events.

Reverend Padgett was a dedicated evangelist who brought the Lord’s Word to several churches and communities over his 70-year career. &nbsp;He served as a minister in Drake, Missouri; Russell, Kansas; Sullivan, Missouri; Fords, New Jersey and as a missionary in Wabag, New Guinea. &nbsp;He and Norma moved to Apache, Oklahoma in 1972 where he served congregations in Apache, Chickasha, Cyril, and Anadarko and as a Civil Air Patrol Chaplain. &nbsp;He also taught courses in religion at USAO in Chickasha and was the Chaplain for the Cyril oil refinery in the 1970’s. &nbsp;He loved his country churches, and spent many years driving between three church services every Sunday morning to spread God’s word. &nbsp;His last sermon was preached by telephone on November 5, 2023 to the congregation of Peace Lutheran Church, Cyril. &nbsp; &nbsp;

&nbsp;Stanley is survived by his children: &nbsp;Paul Padgett and wife Sherri of Apache, OK; John Padgett and wife Natalia of Austin, TX; Michael Padgett of Stillwater, OK; Martha Ross and husband Kimble of Vilas, NC; Elizabeth Herink and husband Dan of Houston, TX; and Rebekah Cooksey and husband Jim of Prosper, TX; his siblings and their families: Carol Heflin, Judy Padgett, Patsy Willer, and Buddy Padgett; and 10 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and numerous nephews and nieces.

Stanley is preceded in death by his wife, Norma Hauschild Padgett, his parents, Everett and Alberta Padgett, son Philip Padgett, daughter Rachel Padgett, and brother Orman Padgett.

A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at Peace Lutheran Church, 427 S. Baskett, Cyril, Oklahoma at 2:00 pm on November 22, 2023. &nbsp;A funeral will be held in his childhood church, St. John Lutheran Church in Alma, Kansas at 11:00 a.m. on November 24, 2023 followed by burial in the Alma City Cemetery. &nbsp;Everyone is welcome to pay respects at either service.&nbsp; Memorial donations may be made to Peace Lutheran Church in Cyril.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700507656984.jpeg" alt="Reverend Stanley Padgett" />
 <figcaption>Reverend Stanley Padgett</figcaption>
 </figure>Heaven called home one of its most passionate ambassadors, the Reverend Stanley Padgett, on November 12, 2023. &nbsp;Reverend Padgett went to his Lord surrounded by family and the music of his favorite hymns, at age 90, following a life of service to God spanning over 70 years.Reverend Padgett was born in Long Beach, CA on Sept 27, 1933. &nbsp;He was raised in Alma, Kansas on his ancestral Thoes family farm that had been established in the 1854. &nbsp;He would have graduated high school from Alma High School in 1951, but he enlisted in the Navy in 1950 to fight in the Korean War which started that year. &nbsp;He served as a radioman on the USS Philippine Sea until his honorable discharge in July 1954.&nbsp;Stanley’s plan once the war ended was to complete college and become a lawyer. &nbsp;However, God had other ideas. &nbsp;Stanley witnessed the death of a shipmate, which had a profound effect on him, and he decided to use his talents to become a minister and make his life’s work spreading the Gospel of the Lord. &nbsp;When he was discharged after the war, he returned to Kansas and attended St. John’s College in Winfield, Kansas, and then Concordia Lutheran Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, where he graduated in 1958. &nbsp;He became an ordained minister on May 31, 1961.While at Concordia Seminary, he worked as an orderly at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, and saw a young nurse, Norma Hauschild, doing her rounds. &nbsp;He instantly knew she was the woman he wanted to marry, and they were married on July 5, 1957. &nbsp;Over 63 years of marriage, they had eight children, one of whom died from birth defects. &nbsp;Education and work ethic were very important to Stanley and Norma, and all seven children graduated from Apache High School and went on to receive Bachelor degrees from Oklahoma State University and multiple advanced degrees. &nbsp;The children established the Padgett Endowed Presidential Scholarship in their parents’ honor at Oklahoma State University in 2002, which is awarded every year to a deserving sophomore at OSU from a rural Oklahoma community. &nbsp;Later in his life, his greatest joy was being with his grandchildren, driving thousands of miles across Oklahoma and Texas to be present in their daily lives whether it be after-school shuttling, attending school programs, or cheering at sports events.Reverend Padgett was a dedicated evangelist who brought the Lord’s Word to several churches and communities over his 70-year career. &nbsp;He served as a minister in Drake, Missouri; Russell, Kansas; Sullivan, Missouri; Fords, New Jersey and as a missionary in Wabag, New Guinea. &nbsp;He and Norma moved to Apache, Oklahoma in 1972 where he served congregations in Apache, Chickasha, Cyril, and Anadarko and as a Civil Air Patrol Chaplain. &nbsp;He also taught courses in religion at USAO in Chickasha and was the Chaplain for the Cyril oil refinery in the 1970’s. &nbsp;He loved his country churches, and spent many years driving between three church services every Sunday morning to spread God’s word. &nbsp;His last sermon was preached by telephone on November 5, 2023 to the congregation of Peace Lutheran Church, Cyril. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Stanley is survived by his children: &nbsp;Paul Padgett and wife Sherri of Apache, OK; John Padgett and wife Natalia of Austin, TX; Michael Padgett of Stillwater, OK; Martha Ross and husband Kimble of Vilas, NC; Elizabeth Herink and husband Dan of Houston, TX; and Rebekah Cooksey and husband Jim of Prosper, TX; his siblings and their families: Carol Heflin, Judy Padgett, Patsy Willer, and Buddy Padgett; and 10 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and numerous nephews and nieces.Stanley is preceded in death by his wife, Norma Hauschild Padgett, his parents, Everett and Alberta Padgett, son Philip Padgett, daughter Rachel Padgett, and brother Orman Padgett.A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at Peace Lutheran Church, 427 S. Baskett, Cyril, Oklahoma at 2:00 pm on November 22, 2023. &nbsp;A funeral will be held in his childhood church, St. John Lutheran Church in Alma, Kansas at 11:00 a.m. on November 24, 2023 followed by burial in the Alma City Cemetery. &nbsp;Everyone is welcome to pay respects at either service.&nbsp; Memorial donations may be made to Peace Lutheran Church in Cyril.

Reverend Stanley Padgett

Carol Ibarra (Fumiko Haga) was born on March 15 1928 in Sendai Miyagi, Japan the daughter of Washino Omiya and Heshahalu Haga. 

She was preceded&nbsp;in Death by her husband Eliodoro T. Ibarra, daughters Sally and Florence Ibarra and Grand Daughter-in-Law Leigh Lambert. Surviving family members are son Ray Ibarra (wife Cheryl) of Junction City, KS; daughters Kathy Lambert (husband Leo) of Foristell Missouri;&nbsp; Janet Ibarra of McPherson, Kansas; grandchildren Vanessa Vande Riet (husband Rik);&nbsp; Jessica Robichaud&nbsp; (husband Terrance Knight); Kevin Lambert and Morgan Shea;&nbsp; Kyle Ibarra (wife Harmony); Cory Lambert (wife Haley); Great Grandchildren Madelin Owen and Annabel Vande Riet, Olivia Robichaud-Knight, Emma and Jack Bertrand Ryu Lambert, Aislynn McKay, Elliadora and Urijah Ibarra, Greyson and Levi Lambert, Emmarie Bender and Axel McKay.

Carol Passed peacefully on November 4th, 2023 In Missouri. Final resting place will be in March of 2024 at the Kansas Veterans&nbsp;Cemetery, Manhattan Kansas.

&nbsp;Honoring Carol's long life well lived will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, November 26th 2023 at Clarabel's Dance Citadel, 119 E 7th, Junction City, Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700077409511.jpeg" alt="Carol Ibarra" />
 <figcaption>Carol Ibarra</figcaption>
 </figure>Carol Ibarra (Fumiko Haga) was born on March 15 1928 in Sendai Miyagi, Japan the daughter of Washino Omiya and Heshahalu Haga. She was preceded&nbsp;in Death by her husband Eliodoro T. Ibarra, daughters Sally and Florence Ibarra and Grand Daughter-in-Law Leigh Lambert. Surviving family members are son Ray Ibarra (wife Cheryl) of Junction City, KS; daughters Kathy Lambert (husband Leo) of Foristell Missouri;&nbsp; Janet Ibarra of McPherson, Kansas; grandchildren Vanessa Vande Riet (husband Rik);&nbsp; Jessica Robichaud&nbsp; (husband Terrance Knight); Kevin Lambert and Morgan Shea;&nbsp; Kyle Ibarra (wife Harmony); Cory Lambert (wife Haley); Great Grandchildren Madelin Owen and Annabel Vande Riet, Olivia Robichaud-Knight, Emma and Jack Bertrand Ryu Lambert, Aislynn McKay, Elliadora and Urijah Ibarra, Greyson and Levi Lambert, Emmarie Bender and Axel McKay.Carol Passed peacefully on November 4th, 2023 In Missouri. Final resting place will be in March of 2024 at the Kansas Veterans&nbsp;Cemetery, Manhattan Kansas.&nbsp;Honoring Carol's long life well lived will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, November 26th 2023 at Clarabel's Dance Citadel, 119 E 7th, Junction City, Kansas.

Carol Ibarra (Fumiko Haga) - March 14 1928-November 4 2023

Carol Ibarra (Fumiko Haga) was born on March 15 1928 in Sendai Miyagi, Japan, the daughter of Washino Omiya and Heshahalu Haga. She was preceded in Death by her husband Eliodoro T. Ibarra; daughters, Sally and Florence Ibarra and granddaughter-in-law, Leigh Lambert.

Surviving family members are son, Ray Ibarra &amp; wife Cheryl of Junction City, KS, daughters Kathy Lambert Husband Leo of Foristell Missouri and Janet Ibarra of McPherson Kansas.

Grandchildren: Vanessa Vande Riet &amp; husband Rik Jessica Robichaud &amp; husband Terrance Knight Kevin Lambert &amp; Morgan Shea Kyle Ibarra &amp; wife Harmony Cory Lambert &amp; wife Haley

Great Grandchildren: Madeline,Owen and Annabel Vande Riet Olivia Robichaud-Knight Emma &amp; Jack Bertrand Ryu Lambert Aislynn McKay, Elliadora and Urijah Ibarra Greyson and Levi Lambert Emmarie Bender &amp; Axel McKay

Carol Passed peacefully on November 04, 2023 in Missouri.

Final resting place will be in March of 2024 at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan Kansas.

Honoring Carol's long life well lived on Sunday, November 26th 2023, 1pm at Clarabels Dance Citadel, 119 E 7th, Junction City, Kansas.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700058940050.jpeg" alt="Carol Ibarra (Fumiko Haga)" />
 <figcaption>Carol Ibarra (Fumiko Haga)</figcaption>
 </figure>Carol Ibarra (Fumiko Haga) was born on March 15 1928 in Sendai Miyagi, Japan, the daughter of Washino Omiya and Heshahalu Haga. She was preceded in Death by her husband Eliodoro T. Ibarra; daughters, Sally and Florence Ibarra and granddaughter-in-law, Leigh Lambert.Surviving family members are son, Ray Ibarra &amp; wife Cheryl of Junction City, KS, daughters Kathy Lambert Husband Leo of Foristell Missouri and Janet Ibarra of McPherson Kansas.Grandchildren: Vanessa Vande Riet &amp; husband Rik Jessica Robichaud &amp; husband Terrance Knight Kevin Lambert &amp; Morgan Shea Kyle Ibarra &amp; wife Harmony Cory Lambert &amp; wife HaleyGreat Grandchildren: Madeline,Owen and Annabel Vande Riet Olivia Robichaud-Knight Emma &amp; Jack Bertrand Ryu Lambert Aislynn McKay, Elliadora and Urijah Ibarra Greyson and Levi Lambert Emmarie Bender &amp; Axel McKayCarol Passed peacefully on November 04, 2023 in Missouri.Final resting place will be in March of 2024 at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Manhattan Kansas.Honoring Carol's long life well lived on Sunday, November 26th 2023, 1pm at Clarabels Dance Citadel, 119 E 7th, Junction City, Kansas.

Carol Ibarra

Charles D. Kiser, Jr. 76, of Junction City, Kansas died on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at his home in Junction City.

 A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11 a.m. Friday, November 17, 2023 at St. Xavier Catholic Church with Fr. Kerry Ninemire officiating. Family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Johnson Funeral Home with a rosary following the visitation at 7 p.m. Burial will follow the service at St. Mary's Cemetery with full military honors.

A full obituary will appear soon. in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.

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 </figure>Charles D. Kiser, Jr. 76, of Junction City, Kansas died on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at his home in Junction City. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11 a.m. Friday, November 17, 2023 at St. Xavier Catholic Church with Fr. Kerry Ninemire officiating. Family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Johnson Funeral Home with a rosary following the visitation at 7 p.m. Burial will follow the service at St. Mary's Cemetery with full military honors.A full obituary will appear soon. in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.

Charles D. Kiser

Romelle Sue Van Sickle, age 80 of Riley, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita.

She was born on October 2, 1943 in Clay Center, the daughter of John Justis and Verna Wilemina (Bohnenblust) Wilt.

On October 20, 1963 at the Riley United Methodist Church, she married Wayne Bryce Van Sickle.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2021.

She worked as a secretary at Kansas Wheat Improvement and in the U.S.D. 378 Superintendent’s Office before buying the Riley Countian, where she served as the editor for 22 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the Riley United Methodist Church, Riley United Methodist Women and Riley Neighborhood Club.

She is survived by one daughter, Dana McLean and husband A.G. of Fostoria; two sons, Brian Van Sickle and wife Jennifer of Riley, and David Van Sickle and wife Kaycia of St. Marys; one sister, Corliss Fleming and husband Patrick of Lonoke, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Quint McLean, Caitlin McLean (Anna Casner), Ashley Pryor (John), Sheridan Milner (Killian), Saige Ham (Zach), Kanon Van Sickle, Rayce Van Sickle and Jett Van Sickle, and 3 great grandchildren, Caroline Pryor, Adleigh Ham and River Milner.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and two great grandchildren, Hope Pryor and Rowan Pryor.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2023 at the Riley United Methodist Church with Pastor Glenn Fogo officiating.

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 <figcaption>Romelle Sue Van Sickle</figcaption>
 </figure>Romelle Sue Van Sickle, age 80 of Riley, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita.She was born on October 2, 1943 in Clay Center, the daughter of John Justis and Verna Wilemina (Bohnenblust) Wilt.On October 20, 1963 at the Riley United Methodist Church, she married Wayne Bryce Van Sickle.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2021.She worked as a secretary at Kansas Wheat Improvement and in the U.S.D. 378 Superintendent’s Office before buying the Riley Countian, where she served as the editor for 22 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the Riley United Methodist Church, Riley United Methodist Women and Riley Neighborhood Club.She is survived by one daughter, Dana McLean and husband A.G. of Fostoria; two sons, Brian Van Sickle and wife Jennifer of Riley, and David Van Sickle and wife Kaycia of St. Marys; one sister, Corliss Fleming and husband Patrick of Lonoke, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Quint McLean, Caitlin McLean (Anna Casner), Ashley Pryor (John), Sheridan Milner (Killian), Saige Ham (Zach), Kanon Van Sickle, Rayce Van Sickle and Jett Van Sickle, and 3 great grandchildren, Caroline Pryor, Adleigh Ham and River Milner.In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and two great grandchildren, Hope Pryor and Rowan Pryor.The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2023 at the Riley United Methodist Church with Pastor Glenn Fogo officiating.Memorials may be made to the RCHS Alumni Association Scholarship Fund and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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