Visitation:&nbsp; Tuesday, December 13, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441&nbsp;785-762-3131

Service:&nbsp; Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. First Christian Church

Interment:&nbsp; Kansas Veterans' Cemetery Manhattan, Kansas

Visitation:&nbsp; Tuesday, December 13, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441&nbsp;785-762-3131Service:&nbsp; Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. First Christian ChurchInterment:&nbsp; Kansas Veterans' Cemetery Manhattan, Kansas

CW3 (RET) Edwin L. Bowers - 1932 - 2022

James R. “Jim” Kuntz, 77, of Salina passed away December 9, 2022, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born at Abilene’s Memorial Hospital February 24, 1945, the son of Roy and Arlene (Thiel) Kuntz. James graduated in 1963 from Chapman High School and went on to Fisher Auto Body School in Kansas City. His life-long autobody career started at Greenough’s auto body shop and finished as Jim’s Body Shop in Salina. He was very precise on his auto body work and did just about everything from fixing fenders to auto body painting. James was awfully proud of his 55 Chevy in which he entered and won numerous car show awards. James was united in marriage to Mary Kay Ryan on December 2, 1972, in Solomon.

 He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Kay. Two children: son Brian (Dana) Kuntz of Paola, Kansas and daughter Kristie (Frankie) Hutchinson of Manhattan, Kansas. Six grandchildren: Caeleb, Jack, Vivian, Logan, Bo, and Charlie. Two brothers: Larry (Anita) Kuntz of California and Bob (Janet) Kuntz of Abilene and one sister, Linda Jensen of Salina. He was preceded in death by his parents.

 Funeral Services for James will be 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at Abilene First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Livingston/Union Cemetery, rural Abilene. Family will receive friends Monday evening from 6-8PM at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home of Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the American Liver Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James R. “Jim” Kuntz, 77, of Salina passed away December 9, 2022, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born at Abilene’s Memorial Hospital February 24, 1945, the son of Roy and Arlene (Thiel) Kuntz. James graduated in 1963 from Chapman High School and went on to Fisher Auto Body School in Kansas City. His life-long autobody career started at Greenough’s auto body shop and finished as Jim’s Body Shop in Salina. He was very precise on his auto body work and did just about everything from fixing fenders to auto body painting. James was awfully proud of his 55 Chevy in which he entered and won numerous car show awards. James was united in marriage to Mary Kay Ryan on December 2, 1972, in Solomon. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Kay. Two children: son Brian (Dana) Kuntz of Paola, Kansas and daughter Kristie (Frankie) Hutchinson of Manhattan, Kansas. Six grandchildren: Caeleb, Jack, Vivian, Logan, Bo, and Charlie. Two brothers: Larry (Anita) Kuntz of California and Bob (Janet) Kuntz of Abilene and one sister, Linda Jensen of Salina. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services for James will be 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at Abilene First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Livingston/Union Cemetery, rural Abilene. Family will receive friends Monday evening from 6-8PM at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home of Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the American Liver Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James R. “Jim” Kuntz

&nbsp;Carol A. Schrader, 63, passed away unexpectedly December 6, 2022, at Abilene Memorial Hospital. She was born January 14, 1959 in Junction City, KS, the daughter of William G. and Faye Ione (Pearson) Matthews. Carol graduated from Junction City High School, Class of 1977. Following graduation, she started her career in civil service at Fort Riley, KS, retiring after numerous honors and promotions in 2018, with 43 years of service. Carol married her soulmate, Kevin Schrader, soon after high school, and they eventually settled northeast of Abilene, KS in 1983. They celebrated 44 years of marriage in July. In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded by her sister &amp; best friend, Linda (Matthews) Martin, her brother Billy, and her sister-in-law Vickie Matthews. Surviving in addition to her husband, Kevin, are son Matthew Schrader, daughter Kari (Schrader) Berlin and her husband Ronald, three grandchildren, Wyatt, Riley and Ryder, her brother-in-law Logan Martin, brother Kenny Matthews, brother Steve Matthews and his wife Collette, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. A celebration of remembrance will be held at a later date and arrangements are being made by Londeen-Overlease Funeral Home in Chapman, KS. Those who wish to remember Carol in a special way may make gifts in her memory to the American Diabetes Association or Parkinson’s Foundation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;Carol A. Schrader, 63, passed away unexpectedly December 6, 2022, at Abilene Memorial Hospital. She was born January 14, 1959 in Junction City, KS, the daughter of William G. and Faye Ione (Pearson) Matthews. Carol graduated from Junction City High School, Class of 1977. Following graduation, she started her career in civil service at Fort Riley, KS, retiring after numerous honors and promotions in 2018, with 43 years of service. Carol married her soulmate, Kevin Schrader, soon after high school, and they eventually settled northeast of Abilene, KS in 1983. They celebrated 44 years of marriage in July. In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded by her sister &amp; best friend, Linda (Matthews) Martin, her brother Billy, and her sister-in-law Vickie Matthews. Surviving in addition to her husband, Kevin, are son Matthew Schrader, daughter Kari (Schrader) Berlin and her husband Ronald, three grandchildren, Wyatt, Riley and Ryder, her brother-in-law Logan Martin, brother Kenny Matthews, brother Steve Matthews and his wife Collette, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. A celebration of remembrance will be held at a later date and arrangements are being made by Londeen-Overlease Funeral Home in Chapman, KS. Those who wish to remember Carol in a special way may make gifts in her memory to the American Diabetes Association or Parkinson’s Foundation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carol A. Schrader,

Robert Wesley “Jake” Jacobson, age 90, of Manhattan, died December 4, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.

He was born August 24, 1932, in Manhattan, the son of Alva Clemment and Anabelle (Finney) Jacobson.

Jake graduated from Manhattan High School with the Class of 1950 and then in Industrial Education from Kansas State University in 1963.

He served in the United States Air Force from March of 1952 to January 1956, during the Korean War. He had received the Purple Heart, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Air Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal.

Jake had worked in car sales following his discharge, and then for Skaggs in Dodge City for two years before returning to Manhattan in 1961 to attend Kansas State University. He worked as a bartender at Wheel Bar in Estes Park from 1963 to 1965, taught Auto Mechanics at Manhattan High School from 1965 to 1967, was a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance District Representative from 1967 to 1969, and then returned to Colorado where he worked for Keer Leasing Company in sales/lease returns. From 1988, until his retirement in 2000, he was the owner of the Fleet Resale Dealer for Western Fleet Resale in Denver, Colorado. He then returned to Manhattan in April of 2001.

He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed shooting pool and billiards, watching all sports on TV and was a fan of KSU, the Royals and K.C. Chiefs.

He was married to Greta F. (Cragg) Siddens on July31,1982, at the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Greta preceded him in death on March 13, 2008. He was also preceded in death by one brother Charles, by his stepson Ted W. Siddens and step-daughter Trudy (Siddens) Hyden.

Survivors include his stepdaughter Carolyn Ann Siddens of Burlington, CO; and four siblings: Jane S. (James A.) McKim of Leawood, KS, Helen L. Thull (Gary) of Des Moines, IA, Donald R. (Vicki) Jacobson of Manhattan, KS and Marilyn C. (Delmar A.) Janovec of Littleton, CO and sister-in-law Abbey Jacobson of Katy, TX.

Graveside services with military honors will be held next summer at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery southeast of Manhattan.

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

Robert Wesley “Jake” Jacobson, age 90, of Manhattan, died December 4, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.He was born August 24, 1932, in Manhattan, the son of Alva Clemment and Anabelle (Finney) Jacobson.Jake graduated from Manhattan High School with the Class of 1950 and then in Industrial Education from Kansas State University in 1963.He served in the United States Air Force from March of 1952 to January 1956, during the Korean War. He had received the Purple Heart, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Air Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal.Jake had worked in car sales following his discharge, and then for Skaggs in Dodge City for two years before returning to Manhattan in 1961 to attend Kansas State University. He worked as a bartender at Wheel Bar in Estes Park from 1963 to 1965, taught Auto Mechanics at Manhattan High School from 1965 to 1967, was a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance District Representative from 1967 to 1969, and then returned to Colorado where he worked for Keer Leasing Company in sales/lease returns. From 1988, until his retirement in 2000, he was the owner of the Fleet Resale Dealer for Western Fleet Resale in Denver, Colorado. He then returned to Manhattan in April of 2001.He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed shooting pool and billiards, watching all sports on TV and was a fan of KSU, the Royals and K.C. Chiefs.He was married to Greta F. (Cragg) Siddens on July31,1982, at the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Greta preceded him in death on March 13, 2008. He was also preceded in death by one brother Charles, by his stepson Ted W. Siddens and step-daughter Trudy (Siddens) Hyden.Survivors include his stepdaughter Carolyn Ann Siddens of Burlington, CO; and four siblings: Jane S. (James A.) McKim of Leawood, KS, Helen L. Thull (Gary) of Des Moines, IA, Donald R. (Vicki) Jacobson of Manhattan, KS and Marilyn C. (Delmar A.) Janovec of Littleton, CO and sister-in-law Abbey Jacobson of Katy, TX.Graveside services with military honors will be held next summer at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery southeast of Manhattan.Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Robert Wesley “Jake” Jacobson

Blaine E. Sparks Jr., age 78, of Manhattan, died Tuesday December 6, 2022 at the Ascension Living Via Christi Village in Manhattan.

Private Services will be held at a later date.

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

Blaine E. Sparks Jr., age 78, of Manhattan, died Tuesday December 6, 2022 at the Ascension Living Via Christi Village in Manhattan.He was born on May 6, 1944.Private Services will be held at a later date.The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

Blaine E. Sparks Jr.

Ardis Peterson, 73, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on November 18, 2022 in Lawton, Oklahoma.

Ardis was born in Colby, Kansas to Francis and Blanche (Yeo) Jensen on October 3, 1949. She graduated from Atwood High School and Colby Community College. She married Wayne Peterson on November 1, 1969 in Atwood.

She worked for most of her career with the USD #475, Junction City as a highly regarded special education paraprofessional.

She was actively involved in many professional and service organization; Apha Gamma Chapter of Kappa Kappa Iota, serving two times as both local and state president; Junction City Retired School Personnel; the Geary County and Kansas Reading Associations; United Woman in Faith including the Wednesdays’ Meal Makers of the Junction City First United Methodist Church. For many years she was active in Boy Scouts, serving as the Charter Organizational Representative, Wood Badge Course graduate, and recipient of the Silver Beaver Award.

Ardis was preceded in death by her parents, brothers in law Kenneth Peterson and John Marlor. Ardis is survived by husband, Wayne, daughters Amy and Cora, son Scott (Beth), five grandchildren: Kansas and Alex Quast, Lauryn, Becky and Jacob Peterson; sisters Elta Marlor, Margaret (Fred) Townsend, Reta (Peter) Caldwell, Lois (David) Waldo, brother-in-law Greg (Brinda) Peterson, sister-in-law Trish Peterson and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Memorials may be made to either Kappa Kappa Iota Scholarship Fund, sent to Kappa Kappa Iota, 1875 East 15th Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74104 or the First United Methodist Church, 804 North Jefferson Street, Junction City, Kansas 66441.

Ardis’ family will be available for visitation Saturday, December 10, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, December 10, at the First United Methodist Church, Junction City Kansas.

Ardis Peterson, 73, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on November 18, 2022 in Lawton, Oklahoma.Ardis was born in Colby, Kansas to Francis and Blanche (Yeo) Jensen on October 3, 1949. She graduated from Atwood High School and Colby Community College. She married Wayne Peterson on November 1, 1969 in Atwood.She worked for most of her career with the USD #475, Junction City as a highly regarded special education paraprofessional.She was actively involved in many professional and service organization; Apha Gamma Chapter of Kappa Kappa Iota, serving two times as both local and state president; Junction City Retired School Personnel; the Geary County and Kansas Reading Associations; United Woman in Faith including the Wednesdays’ Meal Makers of the Junction City First United Methodist Church. For many years she was active in Boy Scouts, serving as the Charter Organizational Representative, Wood Badge Course graduate, and recipient of the Silver Beaver Award.Ardis was preceded in death by her parents, brothers in law Kenneth Peterson and John Marlor. Ardis is survived by husband, Wayne, daughters Amy and Cora, son Scott (Beth), five grandchildren: Kansas and Alex Quast, Lauryn, Becky and Jacob Peterson; sisters Elta Marlor, Margaret (Fred) Townsend, Reta (Peter) Caldwell, Lois (David) Waldo, brother-in-law Greg (Brinda) Peterson, sister-in-law Trish Peterson and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.Memorials may be made to either Kappa Kappa Iota Scholarship Fund, sent to Kappa Kappa Iota, 1875 East 15th Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74104 or the First United Methodist Church, 804 North Jefferson Street, Junction City, Kansas 66441.Ardis’ family will be available for visitation Saturday, December 10, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, December 10, at the First United Methodist Church, Junction City Kansas.

Ardis Peterson

Barbara Ann Woods, 77, of Junction City, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Skiddy Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Research Fund, KSU Foundation, P.O. Box 9200, Shawnee Mission, Kansas 66201-1800.

She was born on October 27, 1945, in Fort Riley, Kansas to Roy Bullock and Verda (Shane) Peterson. Barbara was a life long resident of Geary County. Barbara was a loving house wife and mother. She liked to spend her time canning vegetables out of her families garden. On October 16, 1963, she married Calvin Woods at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Junction City, Kansas. Barbara is survived by her children, Ronald (Kathryn) Woods of Grandview Plaza, Kansas, Lisa Snody of Junction City, Kansas; three grandchildren, Travis Woods of White City, Kansas, Jeremy Woods of Junction City, Kansas, Ashlee (Kyle) Collins of Montgomery, Texas; and three great grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Calvin Don Woods; her daughter Angel Lea; her siblings, Glenn Bullock, Gary Peterson, and Brenda Peterson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1670442397695.jpeg" alt="Barbara Ann Woods" />
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 </figure>Barbara Ann Woods, 77, of Junction City, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Skiddy Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Research Fund, KSU Foundation, P.O. Box 9200, Shawnee Mission, Kansas 66201-1800.She was born on October 27, 1945, in Fort Riley, Kansas to Roy Bullock and Verda (Shane) Peterson. Barbara was a life long resident of Geary County. Barbara was a loving house wife and mother. She liked to spend her time canning vegetables out of her families garden. On October 16, 1963, she married Calvin Woods at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Junction City, Kansas. Barbara is survived by her children, Ronald (Kathryn) Woods of Grandview Plaza, Kansas, Lisa Snody of Junction City, Kansas; three grandchildren, Travis Woods of White City, Kansas, Jeremy Woods of Junction City, Kansas, Ashlee (Kyle) Collins of Montgomery, Texas; and three great grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Calvin Don Woods; her daughter Angel Lea; her siblings, Glenn Bullock, Gary Peterson, and Brenda Peterson.

Barbara Ann Woods

Julie A. Hutson, age 56, of Blue Rapids, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022, at the Frankfort Community Care Home in Frankfort.

Julie was born September 22, 1966, in Marysville, the daughter of Donald D. and Claudia J. (Brooks) Atkinson.&nbsp; She graduated from Valley Heights High School in 1986, then went on to complete Cosmetology School.&nbsp; She married Gary A. Hutson on July 4, 1991, in Scottsmoor, Florida.

Julie started her career as a hairdresser then after moving back to Kansas, she began driving School Buses and working as a custodian at local schools.&nbsp; She had worked at the Valley Heights School District for 22 years.

Julie really enjoyed driving a school bus.&nbsp; She loved the kids that rode the bus, the drive through the country, and the sunrises and the sunsets she experienced.&nbsp; She also loved country cruising with her family.&nbsp; She enjoyed making signs and home decor.&nbsp; She also loved cooking, especially when she could do it with her sons.&nbsp; She will be remembered for her good will and her sense of humor.

Survivors include her husband Gary, her mom Claudia Atkinson, her three sons: Gary (Emily) Hutson, II, Greg Hutson and Gabe Hutson and his fiancé Sarah, all of Blue Rapids, two sisters: Donna (Frank) Weiss of Beatrice and Sarah (James) Welch of Blue Rapids, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and a nephew.

Preceding Julie in death was her dad, Donald Atkinson.

The viewing will be from noon to 8:00 pm, Thursday, with visitation between 6:00 and 8:00 pm, at Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.

Funeral services are planned for 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2022, at the Blue Rapids United Methodist Church with Pastor Berniece Ludlum officiating. &nbsp;“Amazing Grace” and “In The Garden” will be sung by the congregation, accompanied by Althea Wertz. &nbsp;Casket Bearers are: Gary Hutson, Greg Hutson, Gabe Hutson, Nathan Kurtz, Ryan Smith and Curtis Underwood.&nbsp; Honorary Bearers are Chaney Weiss and Remi Weiss.&nbsp; Burial will be at Fairmont Cemetery in Blue Rapids.&nbsp;

A Celebration of Life will be held at 5.30 p.m., Friday, December 9th,&nbsp;at the 4-H Building in Blue Rapids.

Memorials are suggested to Christie-Anderes Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

<figure>
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 </figure>Julie A. Hutson, age 56, of Blue Rapids, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022, at the Frankfort Community Care Home in Frankfort.Julie was born September 22, 1966, in Marysville, the daughter of Donald D. and Claudia J. (Brooks) Atkinson.&nbsp; She graduated from Valley Heights High School in 1986, then went on to complete Cosmetology School.&nbsp; She married Gary A. Hutson on July 4, 1991, in Scottsmoor, Florida.Julie started her career as a hairdresser then after moving back to Kansas, she began driving School Buses and working as a custodian at local schools.&nbsp; She had worked at the Valley Heights School District for 22 years.Julie really enjoyed driving a school bus.&nbsp; She loved the kids that rode the bus, the drive through the country, and the sunrises and the sunsets she experienced.&nbsp; She also loved country cruising with her family.&nbsp; She enjoyed making signs and home decor.&nbsp; She also loved cooking, especially when she could do it with her sons.&nbsp; She will be remembered for her good will and her sense of humor.Survivors include her husband Gary, her mom Claudia Atkinson, her three sons: Gary (Emily) Hutson, II, Greg Hutson and Gabe Hutson and his fiancé Sarah, all of Blue Rapids, two sisters: Donna (Frank) Weiss of Beatrice and Sarah (James) Welch of Blue Rapids, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and a nephew.Preceding Julie in death was her dad, Donald Atkinson.The viewing will be from noon to 8:00 pm, Thursday, with visitation between 6:00 and 8:00 pm, at Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.Funeral services are planned for 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2022, at the Blue Rapids United Methodist Church with Pastor Berniece Ludlum officiating. &nbsp;“Amazing Grace” and “In The Garden” will be sung by the congregation, accompanied by Althea Wertz. &nbsp;Casket Bearers are: Gary Hutson, Greg Hutson, Gabe Hutson, Nathan Kurtz, Ryan Smith and Curtis Underwood.&nbsp; Honorary Bearers are Chaney Weiss and Remi Weiss.&nbsp; Burial will be at Fairmont Cemetery in Blue Rapids.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held at 5.30 p.m., Friday, December 9th,&nbsp;at the 4-H Building in Blue Rapids.Memorials are suggested to Christie-Anderes Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Julie A. Hutson

Don Anthony Martin passed away December 5, 2022.&nbsp; He was born to Roy Martin Sr. and Marguerite (Alexander) Martin on October 17,1936 on the farm east of Broughton Kansas.&nbsp; He attended Gatesville grade school and graduated from Clay Center High School in 1955.&nbsp; He was an outstanding athlete at Clay Center High School as a football All-American and All-State player his senior year.&nbsp; He was part of the state track &amp; field championship team in 1955 competing in the 880 relay and high hurdles.&nbsp; He was recruited to play college football at SMU and Oklahoma but committed to Kansas State University to stay closer to his parents.&nbsp; He played football at KSU for four years and earned three varsity letters.&nbsp; He passed on opportunities to play in the NFL to pursue his passion for farming.&nbsp; He graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education.&nbsp; The competitive drive that made Don successful on the football field was also important in growing his new farming operation.&nbsp;

When he started in 1959, he farmed 160 acres of rented land.&nbsp; Today he and his son, Tim, farm over 6000 acres.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a pioneer in new technology to improve his farming operation.&nbsp; In 1967 his new automated cattle feeding system was featured in the Kansas Electric Famer magazine.&nbsp; He installed his first center pivot irrigation system in the 1970’s.&nbsp; In the 1980’s he started replacing flood irrigation with reversible center pivots, which reduced water usage and, more recently, installing underground drip irrigation.&nbsp; He purchased one of the first rotary combines in the late 70’s and now uses equipment with GPS guidance.&nbsp;&nbsp; He received the Kansas Young Farmers Beef Producer award in 1968 and the Star Young Farmer of Kansas Award in 1970.&nbsp; He and his wife Lois received the Kansas Master Farmers and Master Farm Homemakers award in 2015.

He was also a DeKalb seed dealer for many years.

Don was a lifelong member of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; He was involved in 4-H growing up and continued his support throughout his life.&nbsp; &nbsp;Don and Lois were named Friends of 4-H in 2019, he was inducted into the Clay Center Tigers Hall of Fame, he was a member of the Elks and Kansas Young Farmers.

He met his wife Lois Jean (Wingate) when she was teaching at Clay Center High School.&nbsp; They were married on December 28, 1960, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church and were married for 60 years.

Don is survived by his children, Francine Jo Martin of Topeka, Kansas; Roy Scott (Polly) of Aurora, Colorado; Angela Jean Martin of Manhattan, Kansas; Steven Bruce (Charity) Martin of Terrell, Texas; Melanie Marguerite Ramsey of Manhattan, Kansas; and Timothy Michael Pat (Roxie) of Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; He has eleven grandchildren:&nbsp; Andy (Tori), Emily, Tyler Martin; Matthew and Courtney Martin; Ryan and Cole Ramsey; Amanda (Jayde) Kolterman, Luke, Sarabeth, and Kelly Martin.&nbsp; He has one great granddaughter Madilyn JoAnne Kolterman.&nbsp; Also, brothers Noel (Vicki) and Max (Kathy); sisters Jeanne (Larry) Gagnon and Joan (Jerry) Davis; sister-in-law Mary Ann Martin and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by wife Lois, parents Roy Sr. and Marguerite, brother Roy Jr. and son-in-law David Ramsey.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, December 16, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church

Visitation will be held from 4:30 – 7 PM on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church with a vigil and rosary service at 7PM.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Don Martin Memorial Fund c/o the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.&nbsp; The memorial will be used for the handicapped restroom at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, staff appreciation at CCMC and Clay County 4-H.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 16, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church

Visitation will be held from 4:30 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church with a vigil and rosary service at 7 p.m..

<figure>
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 </figure>Don Anthony Martin passed away December 5, 2022.&nbsp; He was born to Roy Martin Sr. and Marguerite (Alexander) Martin on October 17,1936 on the farm east of Broughton Kansas.&nbsp; He attended Gatesville grade school and graduated from Clay Center High School in 1955.&nbsp; He was an outstanding athlete at Clay Center High School as a football All-American and All-State player his senior year.&nbsp; He was part of the state track &amp; field championship team in 1955 competing in the 880 relay and high hurdles.&nbsp; He was recruited to play college football at SMU and Oklahoma but committed to Kansas State University to stay closer to his parents.&nbsp; He played football at KSU for four years and earned three varsity letters.&nbsp; He passed on opportunities to play in the NFL to pursue his passion for farming.&nbsp; He graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education.&nbsp; The competitive drive that made Don successful on the football field was also important in growing his new farming operation.&nbsp;Don Anthony Martin passed away December 5, 2022.&nbsp; He was born to Roy Martin Sr. and Marguerite (Alexander) Martin on October 17,1936 on the farm east of Broughton Kansas.&nbsp; He attended Gatesville grade school and graduated from Clay Center High School in 1955.&nbsp; He was an outstanding athlete at Clay Center High School as a football All-American and All-State player his senior year.&nbsp; He was part of the state track &amp; field championship team in 1955 competing in the 880 relay and high hurdles.&nbsp; He was recruited to play college football at SMU and Oklahoma but committed to Kansas State University to stay closer to his parents.&nbsp; He played football at KSU for four years and earned three varsity letters.&nbsp; He passed on opportunities to play in the NFL to pursue his passion for farming.&nbsp; He graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education.&nbsp; The competitive drive that made Don successful on the football field was also important in growing his new farming operation.&nbsp;When he started in 1959, he farmed 160 acres of rented land.&nbsp; Today he and his son, Tim, farm over 6000 acres.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a pioneer in new technology to improve his farming operation.&nbsp; In 1967 his new automated cattle feeding system was featured in the Kansas Electric Famer magazine.&nbsp; He installed his first center pivot irrigation system in the 1970’s.&nbsp; In the 1980’s he started replacing flood irrigation with reversible center pivots, which reduced water usage and, more recently, installing underground drip irrigation.&nbsp; He purchased one of the first rotary combines in the late 70’s and now uses equipment with GPS guidance.&nbsp;&nbsp; He received the Kansas Young Farmers Beef Producer award in 1968 and the Star Young Farmer of Kansas Award in 1970.&nbsp; He and his wife Lois received the Kansas Master Farmers and Master Farm Homemakers award in 2015.He was also a DeKalb seed dealer for many years.Don was a lifelong member of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; He was involved in 4-H growing up and continued his support throughout his life.&nbsp; &nbsp;Don and Lois were named Friends of 4-H in 2019, he was inducted into the Clay Center Tigers Hall of Fame, he was a member of the Elks and Kansas Young Farmers.He met his wife Lois Jean (Wingate) when she was teaching at Clay Center High School.&nbsp; They were married on December 28, 1960, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church and were married for 60 years.Don is survived by his children, Francine Jo Martin of Topeka, Kansas; Roy Scott (Polly) of Aurora, Colorado; Angela Jean Martin of Manhattan, Kansas; Steven Bruce (Charity) Martin of Terrell, Texas; Melanie Marguerite Ramsey of Manhattan, Kansas; and Timothy Michael Pat (Roxie) of Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; He has eleven grandchildren:&nbsp; Andy (Tori), Emily, Tyler Martin; Matthew and Courtney Martin; Ryan and Cole Ramsey; Amanda (Jayde) Kolterman, Luke, Sarabeth, and Kelly Martin.&nbsp; He has one great granddaughter Madilyn JoAnne Kolterman.&nbsp; Also, brothers Noel (Vicki) and Max (Kathy); sisters Jeanne (Larry) Gagnon and Joan (Jerry) Davis; sister-in-law Mary Ann Martin and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by wife Lois, parents Roy Sr. and Marguerite, brother Roy Jr. and son-in-law David Ramsey.A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, December 16, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic ChurchVisitation will be held from 4:30 – 7 PM on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church with a vigil and rosary service at 7PM.Memorial contributions may be made to the Don Martin Memorial Fund c/o the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.&nbsp; The memorial will be used for the handicapped restroom at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, staff appreciation at CCMC and Clay County 4-H.When he started in 1959, he farmed 160 acres of rented land.&nbsp; Today he and his son, Tim, farm over 6000 acres.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a pioneer in new technology to improve his farming operation.&nbsp; In 1967 his new automated cattle feeding system was featured in the Kansas Electric Famer magazine.&nbsp; He installed his first center pivot irrigation system in the 1970’s.&nbsp; In the 1980’s he started replacing flood irrigation with reversible center pivots, which reduced water usage and, more recently, installing underground drip irrigation.&nbsp; He purchased one of the first rotary combines in the late 70’s and now uses equipment with GPS guidance.&nbsp;&nbsp; He received the Kansas Young Farmers Beef Producer award in 1968 and the Star Young Farmer of Kansas Award in 1970.&nbsp; He and his wife Lois received the Kansas Master Farmers and Master Farm Homemakers award in 2015.He was also a DeKalb seed dealer for many years.Don was a lifelong member of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; He was involved in 4-H growing up and continued his support throughout his life.&nbsp; &nbsp;Don and Lois were named Friends of 4-H in 2019, he was inducted into the Clay Center Tigers Hall of Fame, he was a member of the Elks and Kansas Young Farmers.He met his wife Lois Jean (Wingate) when she was teaching at Clay Center High School.&nbsp; They were married on December 28, 1960, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church and were married for 60 years.Don is survived by his children, Francine Jo Martin of Topeka, Kansas; Roy Scott (Polly) of Aurora, Colorado; Angela Jean Martin of Manhattan, Kansas; Steven Bruce (Charity) Martin of Terrell, Texas; Melanie Marguerite Ramsey of Manhattan, Kansas; and Timothy Michael Pat (Roxie) of Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; He has eleven grandchildren:&nbsp; Andy (Tori), Emily, Tyler Martin; Matthew and Courtney Martin; Ryan and Cole Ramsey; Amanda (Jayde) Kolterman, Luke, Sarabeth, and Kelly Martin.&nbsp; He has one great granddaughter Madilyn JoAnne Kolterman.&nbsp; Also, brothers Noel (Vicki) and Max (Kathy); sisters Jeanne (Larry) Gagnon and Joan (Jerry) Davis; sister-in-law Mary Ann Martin and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by wife Lois, parents Roy Sr. and Marguerite, brother Roy Jr. and son-in-law David Ramsey.A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 16, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic ChurchVisitation will be held from 4:30 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church with a vigil and rosary service at 7 p.m..Memorial contributions may be made to the Don Martin Memorial Fund c/o the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.&nbsp; The memorial will be used for the handicapped restroom at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church, staff appreciation at CCMC and Clay County 4-H.

Don Anthony Martin

Rebecca Ann Knox, age 54, of Navarre, Kansas was born to Tom and Sally McGinnis on May 24, 1968 in Junction City, Kansas. She passed away December 3, 2022 in Topeka, Kansas. Becky grew up near Abilene, Kansas and attended Abilene Schools. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Certified Medication Aide in Salina, Abilene, and Herington, Kansas. She married David Knox on October 30, 2006 in Navarre, Kansas. Survivors include her husband David of the home, son Doug Tabor of Oklahoma, daughter Jessica Behrens of Hawaii, five grandchildren, six siblings, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, and a grandson. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Danner Funeral Home in Abilene is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Rebecca Ann Knox, age 54, of Navarre, Kansas was born to Tom and Sally McGinnis on May 24, 1968 in Junction City, Kansas. She passed away December 3, 2022 in Topeka, Kansas. Becky grew up near Abilene, Kansas and attended Abilene Schools. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Certified Medication Aide in Salina, Abilene, and Herington, Kansas. She married David Knox on October 30, 2006 in Navarre, Kansas. Survivors include her husband David of the home, son Doug Tabor of Oklahoma, daughter Jessica Behrens of Hawaii, five grandchildren, six siblings, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, and a grandson. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Danner Funeral Home in Abilene is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rebecca Ann Knox

Melva N. Loader passed away Sunday, December 4, 2022 at the Holiday Resorts Health and Rehab in Salina at the age of 92.

She was born February 17, 1930 near Abilene the daughter of Lee and Katie (Burton) Sexton.

On June 26, 1948 she was united in marriage to Dale W. Loader. Melva was a homemaker.

She is survived by her daughters Robin Loader and Michelle Loader and one son, Doug Loader, three granddaughters; Faron Enger, Candi Gwennap, and Jandi Holton, eight great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Dale on March 29, 2020, her parents, a sister Ilene Ross, brother Mervin Sexton, and nieces and nephews.

The family has chosen cremation. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family suggest memorials be given to the Good Shepherd Hospice and may be mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Melva N. Loader passed away Sunday, December 4, 2022 at the Holiday Resorts Health and Rehab in Salina at the age of 92. She was born February 17, 1930 near Abilene the daughter of Lee and Katie (Burton) Sexton. On June 26, 1948 she was united in marriage to Dale W. Loader. Melva was a homemaker. She is survived by her daughters Robin Loader and Michelle Loader and one son, Doug Loader, three granddaughters; Faron Enger, Candi Gwennap, and Jandi Holton, eight great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Dale on March 29, 2020, her parents, a sister Ilene Ross, brother Mervin Sexton, and nieces and nephews. The family has chosen cremation. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family suggest memorials be given to the Good Shepherd Hospice and may be mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Melva N. Loader 

Judith Ann Brooks, age 71, died December 5, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

She was born November 21, 1951, in Lawrence, Kansas, the daughter of Robert and Wilma (Shreve) Mays.

Judy grew up in Pittsburg, Kansas, and graduated from Pittsburg High School, and had been a longtime Manhattan area resident.

She worked in housekeeping at the Ramada Inn before working for many years as a screen printer for Ballard’s Sporting Goods.

Judy loved her dogs and enjoyed cheering for the Denver Broncos and the KSU football teams.

She was married to Asa William “Ace” Brooks on December 9, 1972. He preceded her in death on January 9, 1999. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Robert and Ted and both parents.

Survivors include her two sons: Lance Brooks and his wife Rebekah and Jace Brooks and his wife Chasity Ridder all of St. George, KS; one step son Asa ‘Allen’ Brooks and his wife Dawn; four grandchildren: Trenton, Kelliann, Chase and Trace; and four siblings: Bill, Roberta, Maxine and Debbie.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Interment will follow be at 3:30 p.m. at the Valley View Memorial Park east of Manhattan.

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

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 </figure>Judith Ann Brooks, age 71, died December 5, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.She was born November 21, 1951, in Lawrence, Kansas, the daughter of Robert and Wilma (Shreve) Mays.Judy grew up in Pittsburg, Kansas, and graduated from Pittsburg High School, and had been a longtime Manhattan area resident.She worked in housekeeping at the Ramada Inn before working for many years as a screen printer for Ballard’s Sporting Goods.Judy loved her dogs and enjoyed cheering for the Denver Broncos and the KSU football teams.She was married to Asa William “Ace” Brooks on December 9, 1972. He preceded her in death on January 9, 1999. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Robert and Ted and both parents.Survivors include her two sons: Lance Brooks and his wife Rebekah and Jace Brooks and his wife Chasity Ridder all of St. George, KS; one step son Asa ‘Allen’ Brooks and his wife Dawn; four grandchildren: Trenton, Kelliann, Chase and Trace; and four siblings: Bill, Roberta, Maxine and Debbie.The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Interment will follow be at 3:30 p.m. at the Valley View Memorial Park east of Manhattan.The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Judith Ann Brooks

Marylyn Skidmore Mickelsen, 91, passed away December 5, 2022, in Manhattan, Kansas. She felt fortunate to have her son Chuck’s unwavering care for many years, including in the last months of her life at Stoneybrook Care Center.&nbsp;

Marylyn was born January 5, 1931, in Delta, Utah, to Evan and Eleanor Lyman Skidmore, in Delta, Utah. She grew up just outside of Delta in a farming community, Sutherland, Utah. She was the third daughter in a family of eleven children. She is predeceased by her parents and siblings; Emorett Boshell, Agnes Louise Nielson, Evan Scott Skidmore, Gordon Lyman Skidmore, Nancy Lee Todd, Nona Florence, Julie Skeem. Her brothers, Edward L. Skidmore, Gail R Skidmore and Brent L. Skidmore, survive her.

Marylyn graduated from Delta High School in 1949 and attended The College of Southern Utah in Cedar City, Utah. It was there that she met Ross Mickelsen, who she married in 1952 in Manti, Utah. After Ross graduated, he served in the Air Force and was stationed in Colorado and Idaho. Children, Sue and Charles Ross, were born during those years. After his military service was completed, they returned to Logan, Utah where Ross pursued further education. That education led to a job at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas where daughter, Barbara, was born. The family then moved to Madison, Wisconsin where Scott Lyman was born. The family then returned to Manhattan, Kansas.

Marylyn did not complete her college education. Her attempts were continually interrupted by the needs of her family. She was curious and intelligent and would like to have completed a college degree. She contributed to each of her children´s college educations.

Marylyn was widowed suddenly in 1976, having been a great partner and support to Ross. She was a source of ideas and help in almost everything he did. She married again in 1989, in Manhattan to Donald Dean Lundgren, a longtime family friend and seeker of fun. He passed away in 1990. She enjoyed being grandma to his grandchildren as well as her own ten grandchildren. She is the great-grandmother of twelve.

Marylyn was practical and self-sufficient. She was accepting, non-judgmental, and lived without drama or fan-fare. She was most impressed by hard workers. She knew how to prioritize the work she did. She would donate hand-made items to the church bazaar and buy them back. The next year she would donate the same things and buy those back. Her hard work in many church responsibilities and in helping Ross led to employment opportunities, including jobs at McCall Pattern Company, a local credit bureau, and Pawnee Mental Health. She retired for a few years and then decided to work again. She took a job that didn't have enough work to keep her busy and she soon retired for good.

Marylyn was creative, and pursued crafts and projects in sewing, painting, and quilting, and home improvements. She had the talent for making things beautiful in simple ways. She loved to see beautiful places in the world.

Above all Marylyn was kind. For many years she had a clipping on a bulletin board near the phone. It read, “It is nice to be important. It is more important to be nice.”

Funeral services will be Monday December 12, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, Kansas. Please join us prior to the service for cinnamon rolls, one of Marylyn’s specialties. Interment will be held at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

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 </figure>Marylyn Skidmore Mickelsen, 91, passed away December 5, 2022, in Manhattan, Kansas. She felt fortunate to have her son Chuck’s unwavering care for many years, including in the last months of her life at Stoneybrook Care Center.&nbsp;Marylyn was born January 5, 1931, in Delta, Utah, to Evan and Eleanor Lyman Skidmore, in Delta, Utah. She grew up just outside of Delta in a farming community, Sutherland, Utah. She was the third daughter in a family of eleven children. She is predeceased by her parents and siblings; Emorett Boshell, Agnes Louise Nielson, Evan Scott Skidmore, Gordon Lyman Skidmore, Nancy Lee Todd, Nona Florence, Julie Skeem. Her brothers, Edward L. Skidmore, Gail R Skidmore and Brent L. Skidmore, survive her.Marylyn graduated from Delta High School in 1949 and attended The College of Southern Utah in Cedar City, Utah. It was there that she met Ross Mickelsen, who she married in 1952 in Manti, Utah. After Ross graduated, he served in the Air Force and was stationed in Colorado and Idaho. Children, Sue and Charles Ross, were born during those years. After his military service was completed, they returned to Logan, Utah where Ross pursued further education. That education led to a job at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas where daughter, Barbara, was born. The family then moved to Madison, Wisconsin where Scott Lyman was born. The family then returned to Manhattan, Kansas.Marylyn did not complete her college education. Her attempts were continually interrupted by the needs of her family. She was curious and intelligent and would like to have completed a college degree. She contributed to each of her children´s college educations.Marylyn was widowed suddenly in 1976, having been a great partner and support to Ross. She was a source of ideas and help in almost everything he did. She married again in 1989, in Manhattan to Donald Dean Lundgren, a longtime family friend and seeker of fun. He passed away in 1990. She enjoyed being grandma to his grandchildren as well as her own ten grandchildren. She is the great-grandmother of twelve.Marylyn was practical and self-sufficient. She was accepting, non-judgmental, and lived without drama or fan-fare. She was most impressed by hard workers. She knew how to prioritize the work she did. She would donate hand-made items to the church bazaar and buy them back. The next year she would donate the same things and buy those back. Her hard work in many church responsibilities and in helping Ross led to employment opportunities, including jobs at McCall Pattern Company, a local credit bureau, and Pawnee Mental Health. She retired for a few years and then decided to work again. She took a job that didn't have enough work to keep her busy and she soon retired for good.Marylyn was creative, and pursued crafts and projects in sewing, painting, and quilting, and home improvements. She had the talent for making things beautiful in simple ways. She loved to see beautiful places in the world.Above all Marylyn was kind. For many years she had a clipping on a bulletin board near the phone. It read, “It is nice to be important. It is more important to be nice.”Funeral services will be Monday December 12, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, Kansas. Please join us prior to the service for cinnamon rolls, one of Marylyn’s specialties. Interment will be held at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

Marylyn Skidmore Mickelsen

Douglas Schoning died December 4, 2022 at the age of 85 at Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice in Manhattan, KS. Doug was born January 14, 1937 in Clay Center, Kansas; son of Walter and Pauline (Rufenacht) Schoning. He graduated from Kansas State University.

Doug taught US History to eighth graders for forty-one years, mainly in Manhattan. He will be remembered as a wonderful and engaging storyteller and was known for making the most boring aspects of history come alive. Doug was able to take a five-minute topic and expand it to a half hour. He used to say he never went to work, but went to teach. More important than his love of teaching was his love for his students. He retired from teaching Social Studies at Susan B. Anthony in 1999.

After 4 months of dating, Doug married Polly Armstrong May 31, 1964 in the Congregational Church in Manhattan. They enjoyed numerous road trips with their three children, especially Christmas vacations in Estes Park.

Doug was an avid reader, reading at least a book a week. He was active with the Manhattan Public Library and Manhattan Library Association. Doug served on the Board of Directors of MLA and served as Vice Chair of the annual Book Sale. The Transportation area in the Children’s Library is named in his honor. After retiring, he volunteered to read to elementary students kindergarten aged to second grade; those who needed help developing their reading skills.

He loved cars! Especially new cars, big American made cars. He enjoyed driving a new car at all times. And he also liked to collect model cars from the 50’s and 60’s. Doug liked to search for treasures at auctions and flea markets. He started every morning by walking 5 miles a day at the mall. Many friends and students will remember Doug wearing colorful, bright socks. He enjoyed cooking and loved baking chocolate chip cookies for his grandsons.

His parents and beloved younger brother, Delbert Schoning, preceded him in death. Doug leaves behind his wife Polly of the home in Wichita, daughters Mary Scharfe of Manhattan and Kathleen Kramer of Overland Park, and son David (Jennifer) Schoning of Wichita; along with four grandsons Dawson, Cooper, Walker and William; all of whom he adored.

Doug chose cremation with a private ceremony for family. Visitation for friends of the community will be held Monday December 12th from 5 to 7 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Manhattan Public Library in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Douglas Schoning died December 4, 2022 at the age of 85 at Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice in Manhattan, KS. Doug was born January 14, 1937 in Clay Center, Kansas; son of Walter and Pauline (Rufenacht) Schoning. He graduated from Kansas State University.Doug taught US History to eighth graders for forty-one years, mainly in Manhattan. He will be remembered as a wonderful and engaging storyteller and was known for making the most boring aspects of history come alive. Doug was able to take a five-minute topic and expand it to a half hour. He used to say he never went to work, but went to teach. More important than his love of teaching was his love for his students. He retired from teaching Social Studies at Susan B. Anthony in 1999.After 4 months of dating, Doug married Polly Armstrong May 31, 1964 in the Congregational Church in Manhattan. They enjoyed numerous road trips with their three children, especially Christmas vacations in Estes Park.Doug was an avid reader, reading at least a book a week. He was active with the Manhattan Public Library and Manhattan Library Association. Doug served on the Board of Directors of MLA and served as Vice Chair of the annual Book Sale. The Transportation area in the Children’s Library is named in his honor. After retiring, he volunteered to read to elementary students kindergarten aged to second grade; those who needed help developing their reading skills.He loved cars! Especially new cars, big American made cars. He enjoyed driving a new car at all times. And he also liked to collect model cars from the 50’s and 60’s. Doug liked to search for treasures at auctions and flea markets. He started every morning by walking 5 miles a day at the mall. Many friends and students will remember Doug wearing colorful, bright socks. He enjoyed cooking and loved baking chocolate chip cookies for his grandsons.His parents and beloved younger brother, Delbert Schoning, preceded him in death. Doug leaves behind his wife Polly of the home in Wichita, daughters Mary Scharfe of Manhattan and Kathleen Kramer of Overland Park, and son David (Jennifer) Schoning of Wichita; along with four grandsons Dawson, Cooper, Walker and William; all of whom he adored.Doug chose cremation with a private ceremony for family. Visitation for friends of the community will be held Monday December 12th from 5 to 7 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Manhattan Public Library in care of the funeral home.

Douglas Schoning

Wayne Murlin Ubel, 84, of Wamego, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society in Wamego. He was a life-long resident of the area.

Wayne was born August 9, 1938, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Murlin and Elizabeth (Jenkins) Ubel. His family lived six miles north of Belvue, Kansas, on Lost Creek Road. Wayne attended Lost Creek School and then through 8th grade in Belvue. He graduated from Wamego High School in 1956.

He worked for two years for WC Holtman Truck and Tractor Company. He joined the Kansas Army Reserves and served for six years. Wayne then began his forty-two-year career at the Wamego Telephone Company in 1961. He worked as the Treasurer, Comptroller, and Office Manager until his retirement in 2003. Wayne also served as the Treasurer and member of the company’s board of directors for thirty-two years.

Wayne was a member and past president of TASK (Telephone Accountants Service Klub of Kansas), and a board member for the Kansas Telephone Association. He was inducted into the Kansas Telecommunications Hall of Fame in 1996 and received his twenty-five and thirty five year Service Award from the National Telephone Cooperative Association.

Wayne was very active in the community. He was a member of the Wamego United Methodist Church and held several leadership positions over the years. He also served at the chairman of the Wamego Library Board for nine years, and served on the Wamego Planning Commission for eleven years. From 1969 until 1974, Wayne was the Wamego School Board Treasurer. He was 4-H Leader and a member and past president of the Optimist Club. Wayne loved spending time with his family, friends, and especially his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening.

Wayne married Rita Blanka on August 6, 1965, at the Louisville Methodist Church. She survives.

Wayne is also survived by his children; Loren Wayne Ubel, of Wamego and Lora Elizabeth Graff (Bill), of Riverside, Missouri; his grandchildren, William Wayne Graff and Lily Lei Graff; and his brother, Raymond Ubel (Renita), of Baldwin City. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Wayne will be buried in Wamego City Cemetery. Services will be private. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Wayne and Rita Ubel Scholarship Fund, and those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home.

Wayne Murlin Ubel, 84, of Wamego, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society in Wamego. He was a life-long resident of the area.Wayne was born August 9, 1938, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Murlin and Elizabeth (Jenkins) Ubel. His family lived six miles north of Belvue, Kansas, on Lost Creek Road. Wayne attended Lost Creek School and then through 8th grade in Belvue. He graduated from Wamego High School in 1956.He worked for two years for WC Holtman Truck and Tractor Company. He joined the Kansas Army Reserves and served for six years. Wayne then began his forty-two-year career at the Wamego Telephone Company in 1961. He worked as the Treasurer, Comptroller, and Office Manager until his retirement in 2003. Wayne also served as the Treasurer and member of the company’s board of directors for thirty-two years.Wayne was a member and past president of TASK (Telephone Accountants Service Klub of Kansas), and a board member for the Kansas Telephone Association. He was inducted into the Kansas Telecommunications Hall of Fame in 1996 and received his twenty-five and thirty five year Service Award from the National Telephone Cooperative Association.Wayne was very active in the community. He was a member of the Wamego United Methodist Church and held several leadership positions over the years. He also served at the chairman of the Wamego Library Board for nine years, and served on the Wamego Planning Commission for eleven years. From 1969 until 1974, Wayne was the Wamego School Board Treasurer. He was 4-H Leader and a member and past president of the Optimist Club. Wayne loved spending time with his family, friends, and especially his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening.Wayne married Rita Blanka on August 6, 1965, at the Louisville Methodist Church. She survives.Wayne is also survived by his children; Loren Wayne Ubel, of Wamego and Lora Elizabeth Graff (Bill), of Riverside, Missouri; his grandchildren, William Wayne Graff and Lily Lei Graff; and his brother, Raymond Ubel (Renita), of Baldwin City. He was preceded in death by his parents.Wayne will be buried in Wamego City Cemetery. Services will be private. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Wayne and Rita Ubel Scholarship Fund, and those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home.

Wayne Murlin Ubel

Phillip Ray Grubbs, 84, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022. He was born February 10, 1938, in Quincy, Illinois.

He worked for 18 years as a truck driver for Apex Construction.

He was preceded in death by parents; Daniel Lee and C. "Oneta" 
(Meyer) Grubbs, his son; Phillip R. Grubbs Jr., in 2019, 2 sisters; 
Ramona G. Goodwin, and Lillie Stock, and 1 brother; Gene Grubbs in 2020.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 59 years; Evelyn R. (May) 
Grubbs, a brother; Daniel Dean Grubbs and his wife; Karen, a 
sister-in-law; Edna Grubbs; and his in-laws; Robert May of Ewing, MO., 
Wayne May and his wife Judy of Idaho, Joan Brackney of Chapman, Alice 
Disney and her husband Bob of Delphos, and Danny May and his wife Sandy 
of Chicago, IL., and an aunt Wilma Frontier of Junction City, and a 
step-grandson; Doug Tabler and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, from 12:00 noon 
until 1:00pm, just one hour prior to the start of his funeral service at
 1:30pm at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina.

Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association or the family
 to assist in deferring funeral expenses in care of Roselawn Mortuary, 
PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure>Phillip Ray Grubbs, 84, of Salina, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022. He was born February 10, 1938, in Quincy, Illinois.He worked for 18 years as a truck driver for Apex Construction.He was preceded in death by parents; Daniel Lee and C. "Oneta" 
(Meyer) Grubbs, his son; Phillip R. Grubbs Jr., in 2019, 2 sisters; 
Ramona G. Goodwin, and Lillie Stock, and 1 brother; Gene Grubbs in 2020.Survivors include his beloved wife of 59 years; Evelyn R. (May) 
Grubbs, a brother; Daniel Dean Grubbs and his wife; Karen, a 
sister-in-law; Edna Grubbs; and his in-laws; Robert May of Ewing, MO., 
Wayne May and his wife Judy of Idaho, Joan Brackney of Chapman, Alice 
Disney and her husband Bob of Delphos, and Danny May and his wife Sandy 
of Chicago, IL., and an aunt Wilma Frontier of Junction City, and a 
step-grandson; Doug Tabler and many nieces and nephews.Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, from 12:00 noon 
until 1:00pm, just one hour prior to the start of his funeral service at
 1:30pm at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina.Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association or the family
 to assist in deferring funeral expenses in care of Roselawn Mortuary, 
PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

Phillip Ray Grubbs

Margaret Mae Suiter, 84, passed away on November 24, 2022 at Homestead Health Center in Wichita, Kansas. She was born October 29, 1938, in St. Clair County, Missouri, the first of three daughters born to Albert B. and Allie Marguerite Suiter. Margaret had several lifelong disabilities but refused to be limited by them. She enjoyed taking pictures and keeping photo albums, writing letters, reading, and country music. Though she never left the home of her parents, family will fondly remember how she liked to take charge of the household by doing daily chores, making sure all the kids behaved when visiting, and keeping track of just about everything and everyone. Her strong will and independent spirit will be dearly missed and admired by family and friends. Survived by her youngest sister, Betty; her nieces, Natalie Fleming, Penny Rice, and Angela Chavez; her nephews, Bill Kausler and Michael Scott; and many more extended family members. Preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Marguerite, and her sister, Alberteen Kausler. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Homestead Health Center, 2133 S. Elizabeth Street, Wichita, Kansas 67213.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Service:&nbsp; Friday, December 9, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington,&nbsp;Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441 785-762-3131&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Interment:&nbsp; Highland Cemetery,&nbsp; Junction City, KS

Margaret Mae Suiter, 84, passed away on November 24, 2022 at Homestead Health Center in Wichita, Kansas. She was born October 29, 1938, in St. Clair County, Missouri, the first of three daughters born to Albert B. and Allie Marguerite Suiter. Margaret had several lifelong disabilities but refused to be limited by them. She enjoyed taking pictures and keeping photo albums, writing letters, reading, and country music. Though she never left the home of her parents, family will fondly remember how she liked to take charge of the household by doing daily chores, making sure all the kids behaved when visiting, and keeping track of just about everything and everyone. Her strong will and independent spirit will be dearly missed and admired by family and friends. Survived by her youngest sister, Betty; her nieces, Natalie Fleming, Penny Rice, and Angela Chavez; her nephews, Bill Kausler and Michael Scott; and many more extended family members. Preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Marguerite, and her sister, Alberteen Kausler. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Homestead Health Center, 2133 S. Elizabeth Street, Wichita, Kansas 67213.&nbsp;&nbsp;Service:&nbsp; Friday, December 9, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington,&nbsp;Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441 785-762-3131&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Interment:&nbsp; Highland Cemetery,&nbsp; Junction City, KS

Margaret Mae Suiter

Mary Jane Schmutz, 78, Junction City, Kansas passed away on Monday, December 1, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Alida Cemetery.&nbsp; A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at Johnson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the organization of the donor's choice. Mary was born June 10, 1944, in Council Grove, Kansas the daughter of Roy P. and Lillian L. (Davies) Schmutz. Mary was a homemaker. She was an avid bingo player. Mary was a very generous, kind, loving and good hearted person who would help anyone. Survivors include one son, Alvin Babcock and wife Lisa of Junction City, Kansas; four daughters, Nora Otte and her husband Stan of Dwight, Kansas, Nancy Holm and her husband Paul of Junction City, Kansas, Terry Rosenthal and her husband Tony of Wichita, Kansas and Ella Ramos of Trona, California; two brothers, Oliver Schmutz of Junction City, Kansas and George Schmutz of Atascadero, California; thirteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Loretta Downing; two sisters, Ruth Frink and Helen Neef; three brothers, Glenn Schmutz, David Schmutz and Johnnie Schmutz; and one granddaughter, Zaley Ramos.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Jane Schmutz, 78, Junction City, Kansas passed away on Monday, December 1, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Alida Cemetery.&nbsp; A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at Johnson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the organization of the donor's choice. Mary was born June 10, 1944, in Council Grove, Kansas the daughter of Roy P. and Lillian L. (Davies) Schmutz. Mary was a homemaker. She was an avid bingo player. Mary was a very generous, kind, loving and good hearted person who would help anyone. Survivors include one son, Alvin Babcock and wife Lisa of Junction City, Kansas; four daughters, Nora Otte and her husband Stan of Dwight, Kansas, Nancy Holm and her husband Paul of Junction City, Kansas, Terry Rosenthal and her husband Tony of Wichita, Kansas and Ella Ramos of Trona, California; two brothers, Oliver Schmutz of Junction City, Kansas and George Schmutz of Atascadero, California; thirteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Loretta Downing; two sisters, Ruth Frink and Helen Neef; three brothers, Glenn Schmutz, David Schmutz and Johnnie Schmutz; and one granddaughter, Zaley Ramos.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Jane Schmutz

Lorretta Mae (Johnson) Savage, age 69 of Denver, Colorado, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022.

She was born on February 10, 1953 in Clay Center, the daughter of Wallace William and Eunice Anna (Carlson) Johnson.&nbsp; She graduated from Riley County High School.

She married John Savage and he preceded her in death.

Loretta did clerical work for a department store in Denver.

She is survived by one sister, Roseanne Johnson and husband Bill of Leonardville; two brothers, Lowell Johnson and wife Sherre of Topeka and Jerome Johnson and wife Shirley of St. Charles, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

A private family burial will be held in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. &nbsp;The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Lorretta Mae (Johnson) Savage, age 69 of Denver, Colorado, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022.She was born on February 10, 1953 in Clay Center, the daughter of Wallace William and Eunice Anna (Carlson) Johnson.&nbsp; She graduated from Riley County High School.She married John Savage and he preceded her in death.Loretta did clerical work for a department store in Denver.She is survived by one sister, Roseanne Johnson and husband Bill of Leonardville; two brothers, Lowell Johnson and wife Sherre of Topeka and Jerome Johnson and wife Shirley of St. Charles, Iowa.She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.A private family burial will be held in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. &nbsp;The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Lorretta Mae (Johnson) Savage

Michael Hurd Steinsiek, 86, of Clay Center, died Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at the Ascencion Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born August 28, 1936 in Clayton, Oklahoma, the son of Bert and Hazel (Hurd) Steinsiek.

Michael grew up in Clayton, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He attended and played football at the University of Oklahoma.&nbsp; Michael married JoAnn Heitman on June 3, 1956.&nbsp; He worked as a salesman for Custom Fence in Longmont, Colorado.&nbsp; The couple moved to Clay Center in 2007.&nbsp; He attended the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, was an avid fisherman and was a regular at the Tasty Pastry Bakery.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, JoAnn Heitman of Clay Center; 2 sons, Rick Steinsiek of Lake George, CO. and Michael Dirk and wife, Carol Steinsiek of Littleton, CO.; 3 grandchildren, Joshua (Brittney) Steinsiek, Heather (Dan) Foggin and Candice Steinsiek and 13 great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Michael Hurd Steinsiek, 86, of Clay Center, died Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at the Ascencion Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born August 28, 1936 in Clayton, Oklahoma, the son of Bert and Hazel (Hurd) Steinsiek.Michael grew up in Clayton, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He attended and played football at the University of Oklahoma.&nbsp; Michael married JoAnn Heitman on June 3, 1956.&nbsp; He worked as a salesman for Custom Fence in Longmont, Colorado.&nbsp; The couple moved to Clay Center in 2007.&nbsp; He attended the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, was an avid fisherman and was a regular at the Tasty Pastry Bakery.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife, JoAnn Heitman of Clay Center; 2 sons, Rick Steinsiek of Lake George, CO. and Michael Dirk and wife, Carol Steinsiek of Littleton, CO.; 3 grandchildren, Joshua (Brittney) Steinsiek, Heather (Dan) Foggin and Candice Steinsiek and 13 great grandchildren.Memorial services will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Michael Hurd Steinsiek

Truman Ezra Woellhof died on November 28, 2022, at the age of 91 doing what he loved - working in his workshop. A farmer in the Oakhill area for over 60 years, he raised crops and livestock, and could fix almost anything that needed repair. Restoring vehicles was a favorite of many hobbies. He spent many months working on a 1917 Model-T, a 1950 Chevy, an Allis-Chalmers tractor and a 1938 bulldozer. Using walnut and oak from the property, he made beautiful wood projects. Whenever conditions were good for fishing, he'd be ready to head out and drop a line. After retirement from farming, he enjoyed many rounds of golf with his brother, Eldon, in Chapman.

"Ezzie" served in the National Guard for 2 years and was also a member of the Masons. In his early years, he played on the Oakhill slow-pitch team, eventually being the senior member as a pitcher. He was a member of the Oakhill Presbyterian Church, serving as an elder and was often the first volunteer on improvements at the church. For over 20 years, Truman and Leona wintered in Texas and Arizona in their RV. Longtime KSU fans, they often brought the RV to home games for tailgating with friends and family.

Stricken with Guillain-Barre Syndrome in 2013, he fought back from complete paralysis and defied predictions from the doctors that he would never walk again. After working tirelessly for 6 months in hospitals and rehabilitation facilities, he finally returned home.

Truman was born on 12/27/1930 to Ezra and Grace (Ford) Woellhof in Clay County Kansas. He had 5 siblings, Gwain Woellhof, Richard Woellhof, Melvin Woellhof, Phyllis Hartner and Eldon Woellhof. On February 12, 1952, he married Leona Binder, celebrating their 70th&nbsp;anniversary earlier this year.

They had 3 daughters: Debra (Jerry) Braden, Dana Barnes and Tamara (Dave) Douglass. &nbsp;There are 5 grandchildren, Lindsay (Chris) Clinton, Brett Barnes, Scott (Jenna) Douglass, Conner (Haley) Douglass and Logan Douglass. Greatgrandchildren are Avery Douglass, Jackson Douglass, Mason Douglass, Chase Clinton, Ezra John (EJ) Clinton, Grant Clinton and Vivian Douglass.&nbsp; One brother, Eldon Woellhof.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Phyllis and brothers Gwain, Melvin and Richard.

Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center.&nbsp;

Memorial services will be held at 11&nbsp; a.m. Saturday, December 10 at the Oak Hill Presbyterian Church in Oak Hill.

Memorials may be made to Oakhill Presbyterian Church or Rett Syndrome (www.rettsyndrome.org) c/o the funeral home.

Truman Ezra Woellhof died on November 28, 2022, at the age of 91 doing what he loved - working in his workshop. A farmer in the Oakhill area for over 60 years, he raised crops and livestock, and could fix almost anything that needed repair. Restoring vehicles was a favorite of many hobbies. He spent many months working on a 1917 Model-T, a 1950 Chevy, an Allis-Chalmers tractor and a 1938 bulldozer. Using walnut and oak from the property, he made beautiful wood projects. Whenever conditions were good for fishing, he'd be ready to head out and drop a line. After retirement from farming, he enjoyed many rounds of golf with his brother, Eldon, in Chapman."Ezzie" served in the National Guard for 2 years and was also a member of the Masons. In his early years, he played on the Oakhill slow-pitch team, eventually being the senior member as a pitcher. He was a member of the Oakhill Presbyterian Church, serving as an elder and was often the first volunteer on improvements at the church. For over 20 years, Truman and Leona wintered in Texas and Arizona in their RV. Longtime KSU fans, they often brought the RV to home games for tailgating with friends and family.Stricken with Guillain-Barre Syndrome in 2013, he fought back from complete paralysis and defied predictions from the doctors that he would never walk again. After working tirelessly for 6 months in hospitals and rehabilitation facilities, he finally returned home.Truman was born on 12/27/1930 to Ezra and Grace (Ford) Woellhof in Clay County Kansas. He had 5 siblings, Gwain Woellhof, Richard Woellhof, Melvin Woellhof, Phyllis Hartner and Eldon Woellhof. On February 12, 1952, he married Leona Binder, celebrating their 70th&nbsp;anniversary earlier this year.They had 3 daughters: Debra (Jerry) Braden, Dana Barnes and Tamara (Dave) Douglass. &nbsp;There are 5 grandchildren, Lindsay (Chris) Clinton, Brett Barnes, Scott (Jenna) Douglass, Conner (Haley) Douglass and Logan Douglass. Greatgrandchildren are Avery Douglass, Jackson Douglass, Mason Douglass, Chase Clinton, Ezra John (EJ) Clinton, Grant Clinton and Vivian Douglass.&nbsp; One brother, Eldon Woellhof.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Phyllis and brothers Gwain, Melvin and Richard.Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center.&nbsp;Memorial services will be held at 11&nbsp; a.m. Saturday, December 10 at the Oak Hill Presbyterian Church in Oak Hill.Memorials may be made to Oakhill Presbyterian Church or Rett Syndrome (www.rettsyndrome.org) c/o the funeral home.

Truman Ezra Woellhof 

Bonnie J. Downey passed away Saturday, December 4, 2022 at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina. She was born October 22, 1950 in Burlington, Colorado the daughter of Henry and Dolores (McGray) Downry. Bonnie was an avid K-State Football and Kansas City Royals Baseball fan. She also enjoyed going to concerts and listening to music. Bonnie is survived by her brothers Stanley and his wife Susan Downey of Newton, Walter “Jake” and his wife Jenny Downey of Rose Hill, her sister Carol and her husband Bill Rickenbrode of Cocoa, Florida, and several nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mass of Christian Burial for Bonnie will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2022 at the St. Phillips Catholic Church in Hope with Father George Chalbhagam as Celebrant. A Parish rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. Friday morning at the church. Bonnie’s final resting place will be in the St. Phillips Catholic Cemetery near Hope. Her family has suggested memorial contributions be made to the Choices Network of Salina, and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonnie J. Downey passed away Saturday, December 4, 2022 at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina. She was born October 22, 1950 in Burlington, Colorado the daughter of Henry and Dolores (McGray) Downry. Bonnie was an avid K-State Football and Kansas City Royals Baseball fan. She also enjoyed going to concerts and listening to music. Bonnie is survived by her brothers Stanley and his wife Susan Downey of Newton, Walter “Jake” and his wife Jenny Downey of Rose Hill, her sister Carol and her husband Bill Rickenbrode of Cocoa, Florida, and several nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mass of Christian Burial for Bonnie will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2022 at the St. Phillips Catholic Church in Hope with Father George Chalbhagam as Celebrant. A Parish rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. Friday morning at the church. Bonnie’s final resting place will be in the St. Phillips Catholic Cemetery near Hope. Her family has suggested memorial contributions be made to the Choices Network of Salina, and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonnie J. Downey 

Blanche Angela Haug, 88, beloved wife and mother, passed from this life on November 28, 2022. She was born September 18, 1934 in Seneca, KS, the daughter of Walter and Theresa (Fangman) Stallbaumer. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in St. Benedict, a small town near Seneca, in 1952. Blanche was united in marriage to Lambert Haug on January 25, 1955. They chose Abilene as their home in 1957 and raised their 7 children there, growing together in love and faith in their 67 years of marriage. As her children left home, Blanche entered the real estate business in Abilene with her husband. Her warm and genuine personality led her to be a successful realtor at Haug Realty. Her smile and kind words always had a way of warming the hearts and lifting the spirit of those around her, even in her final days. She had a devout love for Jesus and was passionate about her Catholic faith. She modeled this by always encouraging her family to grow in their faith and praying for them always. In her later years she and her husband were fortunate to make religious pilgrimages, domestic and abroad to Venezuela, the Holy Land, and Rome, including a general audience with Pope John Paul II. These travels deepened her faith and devotion to God. Blanche was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, the Ladies of St. Andrew, and Daughters of Isabella. She enjoyed volunteering there, as well as the Abilene Clothing Bank. She was a wonderful cook, known for her delicious pies and chocolate chip cookies. She loved playing bridge and visiting over coffee with friends while still active. Blanche spent the last few months of her life being cared for at home by her loving family. She will be sadly missed by her husband Lambert, children Dr. Tom (Karen) Haug of Lincoln, NE, Ed (Nola) Haug of Fort Myers, FL, Sue (Rick) Helvey of Salina, KS, Tim (Terri) Haug of Leawood, KS, Tony (Jenny) Haug, Katy (Ted) Barbieri, and Jenny (Chris) Brooks all of Abilene, 29 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, sisters Joan Steinlage, Seneca, KS, Anna Marie Hiestand, Fargo, MN, and brother Pat Stallbaumer, Topeka, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, four brothers, and a grandson. Mass of Christian burial will be Friday, December 2 at 10 a.m. at&nbsp; St. Andrew Catholic Church, Abilene.&nbsp; Parish Rosary Thursday December 1 at 5:30 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home, Abilene.

Memorials to St. Andrew School Onward Building Campaign or Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Blanche Angela Haug, 88, beloved wife and mother, passed from this life on November 28, 2022. She was born September 18, 1934 in Seneca, KS, the daughter of Walter and Theresa (Fangman) Stallbaumer. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in St. Benedict, a small town near Seneca, in 1952. Blanche was united in marriage to Lambert Haug on January 25, 1955. They chose Abilene as their home in 1957 and raised their 7 children there, growing together in love and faith in their 67 years of marriage. As her children left home, Blanche entered the real estate business in Abilene with her husband. Her warm and genuine personality led her to be a successful realtor at Haug Realty. Her smile and kind words always had a way of warming the hearts and lifting the spirit of those around her, even in her final days. She had a devout love for Jesus and was passionate about her Catholic faith. She modeled this by always encouraging her family to grow in their faith and praying for them always. In her later years she and her husband were fortunate to make religious pilgrimages, domestic and abroad to Venezuela, the Holy Land, and Rome, including a general audience with Pope John Paul II. These travels deepened her faith and devotion to God. Blanche was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, the Ladies of St. Andrew, and Daughters of Isabella. She enjoyed volunteering there, as well as the Abilene Clothing Bank. She was a wonderful cook, known for her delicious pies and chocolate chip cookies. She loved playing bridge and visiting over coffee with friends while still active. Blanche spent the last few months of her life being cared for at home by her loving family. She will be sadly missed by her husband Lambert, children Dr. Tom (Karen) Haug of Lincoln, NE, Ed (Nola) Haug of Fort Myers, FL, Sue (Rick) Helvey of Salina, KS, Tim (Terri) Haug of Leawood, KS, Tony (Jenny) Haug, Katy (Ted) Barbieri, and Jenny (Chris) Brooks all of Abilene, 29 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, sisters Joan Steinlage, Seneca, KS, Anna Marie Hiestand, Fargo, MN, and brother Pat Stallbaumer, Topeka, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, four brothers, and a grandson. Mass of Christian burial will be Friday, December 2 at 10 a.m. at&nbsp; St. Andrew Catholic Church, Abilene.&nbsp; Parish Rosary Thursday December 1 at 5:30 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home, Abilene. Memorials to St. Andrew School Onward Building Campaign or Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410&nbsp;&nbsp;

Blanche Angela Haug

Barbara Suzanne Tomb, age 80, passed away Ad Astra on November 27, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi hospital in Manhattan, KS, with her family by her side.

Barbara was born on April 27, 1942, to Irving and Pauline (Warner) Gallup in Troy, NY. The family later moved to Tulsa, OK, where Barbara graduated from Marquette High School. She attended the University of Oklahoma and received BS and MS degrees in microbiology. During her undergraduate years, Barbara worked as a med tech assistant in a Washington, DC, hospital – she delighted in recalling her time there and was always proud to have been in the city the summer of 1963, when the March on Washington occurred.

Following her post-secondary degree, Barbara briefly moved to New Jersey to work for Merck Pharmaceutical Labs; however, she felt compelled to move closer to home and found work at the Research Clinical Pathology Lab at the University of Texas MD Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX.

It was in her building at the hospital that she met the love of her life, Andrew Spencer Tomb III, who, on their first date in February 1967, took her to a Galveston, TX, beach and showed her his new book on plants, as a budding botanist does. She fell in love with him anyway, and they married on September 2, 1967, in Tulsa, followed by a honeymoon in Mexico which allowed Spencer to collect very romantic plant specimens.

While Spencer pursued his post-secondary education at the University of Texas – Austin, Barbara worked in a university biochemistry lab. She then enrolled in night school classes to earn a high school teaching certificate and taught earth science and chemistry for two years at Crockett High School in Austin while supporting Spencer through his degree programs. She was a valuable field assistant – ever-ready to assist in plant specimen collecting in the deserts and mountains of the western United States for Spencer’s dissertation and post-graduate work.

The couple briefly lived in the suburbs of Chicago, IL, where Barbara again found work in a medical lab, before the now-family-of-three moved to Manhattan.

Barbara gave birth to three sons, Andrew and twin boys, Sean and Mark. Because of the lack of ultrasound technology at the time, they hoped her second pregnancy would produce a girl – delivery proved to be a surprise to mom, dad, and doctor, close family friend Dr. Ron Marshall, when two boys were born one after the other. Upon the birth of the twins, Barbara became a stay-at-home mother.

Later in life, Barbara worked at the K-State Sensory Analysis Center in Manhattan as a sensory analyst. She tasted various foods and sampled products from around the world and provided feedback along with her fellow analysts. She always suspected it, but it was confirmed through her work that her palette was very, very sensitive to garlic. She loved the work and her co-workers. A highlight was a working trip to Berlin, Germany, with her co-workers.

Barbara was an avid artist – sewing, needlepoint, cross-stitching, knitting, macrame, weaving, wheat weaving, smocking, painting, toll painting, and stained glass. She loved cooking and creating her own recipes. She was a prolific reader of mysteries and suspense novels, somehow always managing to place the first hold on a new book at the Manhattan Public Library just a moment before everyone else. It is unknown if there was ever a British series on PBS that she did not watch and enjoy. Christmas was a favorite holiday – the Christmas tree was always beautifully decorated, with bright, sparkling presents with homemade bows stacked underneath, the result of her year-long attempt to find just the perfect gifts. And, as the mom of three growing boys, Barbara could coupon and shop for deals with the best of them – on anything.

Her family will miss their knitted winter hats they received each Christmas, her infectious laugh, her kindness and friendship, and of course, her extraordinary cooking – cheesecake, jam cookies, the annual “Christmas goodies plate” and her special Christmas jam, German chocolate cake, lime pie, and her apple butter, orange jam, and orange marmalade.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, brother Joseph Gallup, and brothers-in-law Bill Taylor and Norman Brode. Survivors include her husband, Spencer Tomb of the home, sons Andrew Tomb (Amanda Meek) of Riley, KS, and Sean Tomb (Heather O’Hara) and Mark Tomb (Julie Finn), both of Lawrence, KS, and granddaughter Aleana Tomb of Olathe, KS.

Other survivors include brother Jim (Jackie) Gallup of Woodridge, VA, sisters-in-law Helen Tomb-Taylor of Conroe, TX, and Sarah Brode of Crystal Beach, TX, nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.

Following cremation, a visitation will be held on Thursday, December 8th, from 4-6 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorials may be made in honor of Barbara to the Manhattan Public Library. Any memorials may be directed to the family in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

A Celebration of Life service will occur at a later date.

Barbara Suzanne Tomb, age 80, passed away Ad Astra on November 27, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi hospital in Manhattan, KS, with her family by her side.Barbara was born on April 27, 1942, to Irving and Pauline (Warner) Gallup in Troy, NY. The family later moved to Tulsa, OK, where Barbara graduated from Marquette High School. She attended the University of Oklahoma and received BS and MS degrees in microbiology. During her undergraduate years, Barbara worked as a med tech assistant in a Washington, DC, hospital – she delighted in recalling her time there and was always proud to have been in the city the summer of 1963, when the March on Washington occurred.Following her post-secondary degree, Barbara briefly moved to New Jersey to work for Merck Pharmaceutical Labs; however, she felt compelled to move closer to home and found work at the Research Clinical Pathology Lab at the University of Texas MD Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX.It was in her building at the hospital that she met the love of her life, Andrew Spencer Tomb III, who, on their first date in February 1967, took her to a Galveston, TX, beach and showed her his new book on plants, as a budding botanist does. She fell in love with him anyway, and they married on September 2, 1967, in Tulsa, followed by a honeymoon in Mexico which allowed Spencer to collect very romantic plant specimens.While Spencer pursued his post-secondary education at the University of Texas – Austin, Barbara worked in a university biochemistry lab. She then enrolled in night school classes to earn a high school teaching certificate and taught earth science and chemistry for two years at Crockett High School in Austin while supporting Spencer through his degree programs. She was a valuable field assistant – ever-ready to assist in plant specimen collecting in the deserts and mountains of the western United States for Spencer’s dissertation and post-graduate work.The couple briefly lived in the suburbs of Chicago, IL, where Barbara again found work in a medical lab, before the now-family-of-three moved to Manhattan.Barbara gave birth to three sons, Andrew and twin boys, Sean and Mark. Because of the lack of ultrasound technology at the time, they hoped her second pregnancy would produce a girl – delivery proved to be a surprise to mom, dad, and doctor, close family friend Dr. Ron Marshall, when two boys were born one after the other. Upon the birth of the twins, Barbara became a stay-at-home mother.Later in life, Barbara worked at the K-State Sensory Analysis Center in Manhattan as a sensory analyst. She tasted various foods and sampled products from around the world and provided feedback along with her fellow analysts. She always suspected it, but it was confirmed through her work that her palette was very, very sensitive to garlic. She loved the work and her co-workers. A highlight was a working trip to Berlin, Germany, with her co-workers.Barbara was an avid artist – sewing, needlepoint, cross-stitching, knitting, macrame, weaving, wheat weaving, smocking, painting, toll painting, and stained glass. She loved cooking and creating her own recipes. She was a prolific reader of mysteries and suspense novels, somehow always managing to place the first hold on a new book at the Manhattan Public Library just a moment before everyone else. It is unknown if there was ever a British series on PBS that she did not watch and enjoy. Christmas was a favorite holiday – the Christmas tree was always beautifully decorated, with bright, sparkling presents with homemade bows stacked underneath, the result of her year-long attempt to find just the perfect gifts. And, as the mom of three growing boys, Barbara could coupon and shop for deals with the best of them – on anything.Her family will miss their knitted winter hats they received each Christmas, her infectious laugh, her kindness and friendship, and of course, her extraordinary cooking – cheesecake, jam cookies, the annual “Christmas goodies plate” and her special Christmas jam, German chocolate cake, lime pie, and her apple butter, orange jam, and orange marmalade.Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, brother Joseph Gallup, and brothers-in-law Bill Taylor and Norman Brode. Survivors include her husband, Spencer Tomb of the home, sons Andrew Tomb (Amanda Meek) of Riley, KS, and Sean Tomb (Heather O’Hara) and Mark Tomb (Julie Finn), both of Lawrence, KS, and granddaughter Aleana Tomb of Olathe, KS.Other survivors include brother Jim (Jackie) Gallup of Woodridge, VA, sisters-in-law Helen Tomb-Taylor of Conroe, TX, and Sarah Brode of Crystal Beach, TX, nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.Following cremation, a visitation will be held on Thursday, December 8th, from 4-6 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Memorials may be made in honor of Barbara to the Manhattan Public Library. Any memorials may be directed to the family in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.A Celebration of Life service will occur at a later date.

Barbara Suzanne Tomb

Charles William King, age 82, a longtime Deep Creek Community resident, died November 26, 2022, at Brewster Place in Topeka, where he had lived since July of 2022.

He was born September 10, 1940, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of William Charles and Frances Marian (Purcell) King.

On September 12, 1970, in Springfield, Missouri, he was married to Patricia Louise Stokes. Mrs. King survives Charles in Topeka. Additional survivors include his three children: Denise King and her husband Uwe Haensel of Bad Homburg, Germany, Cayla King and her husband Troy Brown of Rossville, KS, and William King and his wife Jessie King of Manhattan; one sister Patricia King of Manhattan; and five grandchildren: Blake Laurel and Dalton Brown, Isabell King and Avery Jones.

Charles served for 22 years in the United States Army, and honorably retired at the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 4, on January 1, 1982. His area of work was criminal investigations and as a polygraph examiner. He had received numerous awards and commendations including National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one Silver Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Army Commendation Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon “2“, and the Legion of Merit.

Charles always aspired to learn. In his retirement, he attended Kansas State University and earned several Masters Degrees in Animal Science, Agronomy, and Spanish. Charles also farmed in the Deep Creek Community, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and woodworking. He was a member of the Rural Water District for many years, the American Legion Post 31 in Rossville, and the Optimist Club in Manhattan.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 9th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 10th, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 4483 Vinyard Road, Wamego, KS. Interment with military honors will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Zeandale.&nbsp; he family will have a lunch and celebration of Charles’ life from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Deep Creek Community Center.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the Optimist Club or the Wounded Warriors Project. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Charles William King, age 82, a longtime Deep Creek Community resident, died November 26, 2022, at Brewster Place in Topeka, where he had lived since July of 2022.He was born September 10, 1940, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of William Charles and Frances Marian (Purcell) King.On September 12, 1970, in Springfield, Missouri, he was married to Patricia Louise Stokes. Mrs. King survives Charles in Topeka. Additional survivors include his three children: Denise King and her husband Uwe Haensel of Bad Homburg, Germany, Cayla King and her husband Troy Brown of Rossville, KS, and William King and his wife Jessie King of Manhattan; one sister Patricia King of Manhattan; and five grandchildren: Blake Laurel and Dalton Brown, Isabell King and Avery Jones.Charles served for 22 years in the United States Army, and honorably retired at the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 4, on January 1, 1982. His area of work was criminal investigations and as a polygraph examiner. He had received numerous awards and commendations including National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one Silver Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Army Commendation Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon “2“, and the Legion of Merit.Charles always aspired to learn. In his retirement, he attended Kansas State University and earned several Masters Degrees in Animal Science, Agronomy, and Spanish. Charles also farmed in the Deep Creek Community, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and woodworking. He was a member of the Rural Water District for many years, the American Legion Post 31 in Rossville, and the Optimist Club in Manhattan.The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 9th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 10th, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 4483 Vinyard Road, Wamego, KS. Interment with military honors will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Zeandale.&nbsp; he family will have a lunch and celebration of Charles’ life from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Deep Creek Community Center.Memorial contributions may be made to either the Optimist Club or the Wounded Warriors Project. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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