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.

Charles William King

Doris Mae Givens, age 95, of Manhattan, died November 24, 2022, at Honstead House – Meadowlark Hills.

She was born March 10, 1927, in Manhattan, the daughter of Thomas O. and Gladys M. (Howenstine) McClung.&nbsp; Both preceded her in death.

Doris was married to Jay Edwin Givens on October 5, 1947, in Manhattan. He preceded her in death on April 5, 1989.

Doris was a homemaker and enjoyed crafts and decorating. She assisted with establishing a federation for the mentally retarded in Manhattan, Kansas.

She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Survivors include her daughter Mary Givens of Manhattan, and her step-daughter Faith Rupp of Tucson, AZ.

She was also preceded in death by one daughter Virginia Beth Givens on June 21, 2002, and by her older sister Betty Lovell and her younger brother Thomas McClung.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, December 10th, through zoom at link: 81797529111 with passcode of: futurehope.

Memorial contributions in memory of Doris may be made to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Doris Mae Givens, age 95, of Manhattan, died November 24, 2022, at Honstead House – Meadowlark Hills.She was born March 10, 1927, in Manhattan, the daughter of Thomas O. and Gladys M. (Howenstine) McClung.&nbsp; Both preceded her in death.Doris was married to Jay Edwin Givens on October 5, 1947, in Manhattan. He preceded her in death on April 5, 1989.Doris was a homemaker and enjoyed crafts and decorating. She assisted with establishing a federation for the mentally retarded in Manhattan, Kansas.She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.Survivors include her daughter Mary Givens of Manhattan, and her step-daughter Faith Rupp of Tucson, AZ.She was also preceded in death by one daughter Virginia Beth Givens on June 21, 2002, and by her older sister Betty Lovell and her younger brother Thomas McClung.Memorial services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, December 10th, through zoom at link: 81797529111 with passcode of: futurehope.Memorial contributions in memory of Doris may be made to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Doris Mae Givens

Gerald “Jerome” Berry passed away at the Wroten House, Meadowlark Hills, Manhattan on Thursday, November 18th, 2022, following an extended battle with Parkinson's disease. He enjoyed the staff and residents at Wroten House and would express his contentment with his situation and the hand he had been dealt. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff at Wroten house for the care they provided Jerome.

Jerome was born at home in Pottawatomie County on July 4th, 1941, the son of Jerry Berry and Opal Tilton Berry. He attended elementary schools in both Yakima, Washington, and Garrison Kansas, and graduated from Randolph high school with the class of 1959. His family relocated to Manhattan because of the construction of Tuttle Creek Dam. He later attended barber college in Topeka and barbered for several years before beginning to work for the Topeka Capital-Journal newspaper, first in distribution and later as district manager until retirement.

Jerome was united in marriage to Sonja Ericson on August 11th, 1962. A daughter Jada was born into this union. Jada was united in marriage to Steve Hinrichs and two granddaughters Misty and Ashley were added to the family along with Misty’s son Cameron Opat, the great-grandson. Being a great-grandpa brought him great happiness. He and Cameron were buddies with riding scooters, and motorcycles, doing yard work, and various projects.

Jerome enjoyed country music, westerns, movies in general, and especially the TV show “Heartland.” He loved K state sports, especially football having attended games since the 1960s. He had season tickets until he moved to Meadowlark and attended as many of the bowl games as possible.

Besides his family, coaching softball was probably his greatest joy. He spent many years coaching girls' fast-pitch softball starting when Jada played city league and on to traveling teams. Long after Jada no longer played, he started the “Lady Lightning” teams. With the help of an earth-moving construction company, team families, and friends, he built a ball diamond in the field behind his house. The friendships he developed with the girls and their families were so important to him and many of those relationships remain still today. His teams were highly competitive, and he only scheduled those types of tournaments every weekend all summer long in surrounding states. One of his teams had all but one starting player go on to start college scholarships in one sport or another. He used to say with pride that the girls were so talented that many times all that he needed to say as their coach, was “sic em.”

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Billy; a sister Nadine and her husband Henry Peterson; a brother Jerry Don and a sister Adeline Schwedt. He is survived by his wife Sonja of the home, daughter Jada Hinrichs and husband Steve; granddaughters Misty and Ashley Hinrichs; great-grandson Cameron Opat and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Jerome enjoyed talking to people, whether he knew them or not, and made friends easily. He loved to make people laugh and have a good time and was often found at the center of a group of people enjoying themselves.

Cremation has taken place, and a private inurnment will be held at a later date.

A celebration of life will be held at the Manhattan Union Pacific Train Depot, 120 Fort Riley Blvd, Manhattan, KS, on December 11th, 2022, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.&nbsp; Friends and relatives are invited to attend in Jerome's honor.

A Memorial Fund is planned in Jerome’s honor to help local girls in tough economic situations to have equal access to sports opportunities. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Jerome Berry Girls in Sports Memorial Fund with the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation and may be directed to either the foundation or the funeral home.

Gerald “Jerome” Berry passed away at the Wroten House, Meadowlark Hills, Manhattan on Thursday, November 18th, 2022, following an extended battle with Parkinson's disease. He enjoyed the staff and residents at Wroten House and would express his contentment with his situation and the hand he had been dealt. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff at Wroten house for the care they provided Jerome.Jerome was born at home in Pottawatomie County on July 4th, 1941, the son of Jerry Berry and Opal Tilton Berry. He attended elementary schools in both Yakima, Washington, and Garrison Kansas, and graduated from Randolph high school with the class of 1959. His family relocated to Manhattan because of the construction of Tuttle Creek Dam. He later attended barber college in Topeka and barbered for several years before beginning to work for the Topeka Capital-Journal newspaper, first in distribution and later as district manager until retirement.Jerome was united in marriage to Sonja Ericson on August 11th, 1962. A daughter Jada was born into this union. Jada was united in marriage to Steve Hinrichs and two granddaughters Misty and Ashley were added to the family along with Misty’s son Cameron Opat, the great-grandson. Being a great-grandpa brought him great happiness. He and Cameron were buddies with riding scooters, and motorcycles, doing yard work, and various projects.Jerome enjoyed country music, westerns, movies in general, and especially the TV show “Heartland.” He loved K state sports, especially football having attended games since the 1960s. He had season tickets until he moved to Meadowlark and attended as many of the bowl games as possible.Besides his family, coaching softball was probably his greatest joy. He spent many years coaching girls' fast-pitch softball starting when Jada played city league and on to traveling teams. Long after Jada no longer played, he started the “Lady Lightning” teams. With the help of an earth-moving construction company, team families, and friends, he built a ball diamond in the field behind his house. The friendships he developed with the girls and their families were so important to him and many of those relationships remain still today. His teams were highly competitive, and he only scheduled those types of tournaments every weekend all summer long in surrounding states. One of his teams had all but one starting player go on to start college scholarships in one sport or another. He used to say with pride that the girls were so talented that many times all that he needed to say as their coach, was “sic em.”He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Billy; a sister Nadine and her husband Henry Peterson; a brother Jerry Don and a sister Adeline Schwedt. He is survived by his wife Sonja of the home, daughter Jada Hinrichs and husband Steve; granddaughters Misty and Ashley Hinrichs; great-grandson Cameron Opat and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.Jerome enjoyed talking to people, whether he knew them or not, and made friends easily. He loved to make people laugh and have a good time and was often found at the center of a group of people enjoying themselves.Cremation has taken place, and a private inurnment will be held at a later date.A celebration of life will be held at the Manhattan Union Pacific Train Depot, 120 Fort Riley Blvd, Manhattan, KS, on December 11th, 2022, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.&nbsp; Friends and relatives are invited to attend in Jerome's honor.A Memorial Fund is planned in Jerome’s honor to help local girls in tough economic situations to have equal access to sports opportunities. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Jerome Berry Girls in Sports Memorial Fund with the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation and may be directed to either the foundation or the funeral home.

Gerald “Jerome” Berry

Lyle H. Honig, 86, died November 29, 2022, in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on September 7, 1936, in Wheaton, Kansas to Otto and Adele (Figge) Honig. He was the youngest of four children.

He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Onaga High School in 1954. He worked briefly at the Onaga Herald newspaper before joining the Wamego Times newspaper in 1956, for H. O. and Maxine Dendurent and continuing for Mark Portell in 1980. He retired in 2015, a loyal employee for nearly 60 years. He joined the Army Reserves in 1959 and was honorably discharged in 1965. He was a member of the American Legion Post 172 in Wamego.

He was active in the community. He loved playing cards, spending time with his family, and meeting with friends for coffee at the Friendly Cooker. He was a member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Wamego until his death.

He married Thelma (Anderson) Boskill on June 8, 1968, in Topeka, Kansas. She preceded him in death in 2007. He embraced his role as father to the four daughters she brought to their marriage. They settled in Wamego. A son, Lyle Jr., was born in 1969. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.

He is survived by his children, Susan (Larry) Rush, Elana Mishelle, Janet Boskill, Patti (Wayne) Schierkolk, and Lyle (Robert) Honig Mojica; grandchildren, Jared Schierkolk, Jessica (Jay) Long, Ryan (Sara) Rush, and Tyler Rush; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Lavina Kolterman and Marcella Fairbanks; in-laws, Ginger (Larry) Self, Jim (Marinell) Anderson, Don (Bernice) Anderson, and Richard Anderson; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma; his parents, Otto and Adele Honig, and his brother, Norman Honig.

He was cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held from 4-7 p.m., December 23, 2022, at Iron Clad, 427 Lincoln, in Wamego. Memorials may be made at the American Legion Post 172, Wamego, or Wamego Senior Center meal program and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

Lyle H. Honig, 86, died November 29, 2022, in Manhattan, Kansas. He was born on September 7, 1936, in Wheaton, Kansas to Otto and Adele (Figge) Honig. He was the youngest of four children.He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Onaga High School in 1954. He worked briefly at the Onaga Herald newspaper before joining the Wamego Times newspaper in 1956, for H. O. and Maxine Dendurent and continuing for Mark Portell in 1980. He retired in 2015, a loyal employee for nearly 60 years. He joined the Army Reserves in 1959 and was honorably discharged in 1965. He was a member of the American Legion Post 172 in Wamego.He was active in the community. He loved playing cards, spending time with his family, and meeting with friends for coffee at the Friendly Cooker. He was a member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Wamego until his death.He married Thelma (Anderson) Boskill on June 8, 1968, in Topeka, Kansas. She preceded him in death in 2007. He embraced his role as father to the four daughters she brought to their marriage. They settled in Wamego. A son, Lyle Jr., was born in 1969. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle.He is survived by his children, Susan (Larry) Rush, Elana Mishelle, Janet Boskill, Patti (Wayne) Schierkolk, and Lyle (Robert) Honig Mojica; grandchildren, Jared Schierkolk, Jessica (Jay) Long, Ryan (Sara) Rush, and Tyler Rush; eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Lavina Kolterman and Marcella Fairbanks; in-laws, Ginger (Larry) Self, Jim (Marinell) Anderson, Don (Bernice) Anderson, and Richard Anderson; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma; his parents, Otto and Adele Honig, and his brother, Norman Honig.He was cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held from 4-7 p.m., December 23, 2022, at Iron Clad, 427 Lincoln, in Wamego. Memorials may be made at the American Legion Post 172, Wamego, or Wamego Senior Center meal program and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

Lyle H. Honig

Aaron G. Maresch, age 75 years, coming from Rush Center at a young 
age, he became a legendary lifelong Great Bend, Kansas, resident, and 
passed away on Tuesday evening, November 29, 2022, at Hays Medical Center
 in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;

Aaron was born on November 15, 1947, in Great Bend, 
Kansas, to Glenn E. and Marilyn L. (Bortz) Maresch. &nbsp;He was united in 
marriage to Barbara Ann Essmiller in October of 1968 in Great Bend and 
they later divorced. &nbsp;Aaron served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS 
Norfolk. He was an engineer and owned and operated Aaron’s Repair &amp; 
Supply Inc. which he started in 1978. &nbsp;Aaron’s business and legacy will 
proceed to operate under Tom Malone and Devon Nelson. Aaron was&nbsp;a 
dedicated Barton&nbsp;County Fair Association Board Member since 1980. Aaron 
loved his family and friends fiercely. &nbsp;He had a passion for making a 
difference in the lives of so many, especially through 4-H. He loved to 
fish, enjoy a good western, entertain friends and family, play with his 
border collie Dot, and enjoy life to its fullest. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Survivors include two daughters: &nbsp;Kimberly (&amp; Rick) Roberts of 
Junction City, Kansas and TeCoa (&amp; Bob) Stroda of Chapman, Kansas; 
seven grandchildren: &nbsp;Devon (&amp; MacKenzie) Nelson, Megan Nelson 
(&amp; fiancé Logan Payne), James Ryan Roberts, Ashley (&amp; Jachob) 
&nbsp;Strecker, Ty “Skeeter” Seibert, Teagan Seibert, and &nbsp;Tucker Stroda, his
 former wife Barbara Ann Maresch of Chapman, Kansas; three brothers: 
&nbsp;Myron Maresch of Texas, Edward (&amp; Jane) Maresch of Salina, Kansas,&nbsp; and Eldred (&amp; Becky) Maresch of Hoisington, Kansas; one sister 
Sharlyn Mulniex of Great Bend, Kansas; nieces and nephews along with 
many special friends whom were more like family. Aaron was preceded in 
death by his parents.

According to his wishes, cremation has been chosen and a Celebration 
of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed
 to the family for later designation.

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 </figure>Aaron G. Maresch, age 75 years, coming from Rush Center at a young 
age, he became a legendary lifelong Great Bend, Kansas, resident, and 
passed away on Tuesday evening, November 29, 2022, at Hays Medical Center
 in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;Aaron was born on November 15, 1947, in Great Bend, 
Kansas, to Glenn E. and Marilyn L. (Bortz) Maresch. &nbsp;He was united in 
marriage to Barbara Ann Essmiller in October of 1968 in Great Bend and 
they later divorced. &nbsp;Aaron served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS 
Norfolk. He was an engineer and owned and operated Aaron’s Repair &amp; 
Supply Inc. which he started in 1978. &nbsp;Aaron’s business and legacy will 
proceed to operate under Tom Malone and Devon Nelson. Aaron was&nbsp;a 
dedicated Barton&nbsp;County Fair Association Board Member since 1980. Aaron 
loved his family and friends fiercely. &nbsp;He had a passion for making a 
difference in the lives of so many, especially through 4-H. He loved to 
fish, enjoy a good western, entertain friends and family, play with his 
border collie Dot, and enjoy life to its fullest. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include two daughters: &nbsp;Kimberly (&amp; Rick) Roberts of 
Junction City, Kansas and TeCoa (&amp; Bob) Stroda of Chapman, Kansas; 
seven grandchildren: &nbsp;Devon (&amp; MacKenzie) Nelson, Megan Nelson 
(&amp; fiancé Logan Payne), James Ryan Roberts, Ashley (&amp; Jachob) 
&nbsp;Strecker, Ty “Skeeter” Seibert, Teagan Seibert, and &nbsp;Tucker Stroda, his
 former wife Barbara Ann Maresch of Chapman, Kansas; three brothers: 
&nbsp;Myron Maresch of Texas, Edward (&amp; Jane) Maresch of Salina, Kansas,&nbsp; and Eldred (&amp; Becky) Maresch of Hoisington, Kansas; one sister 
Sharlyn Mulniex of Great Bend, Kansas; nieces and nephews along with 
many special friends whom were more like family. Aaron was preceded in 
death by his parents.According to his wishes, cremation has been chosen and a Celebration 
of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed
 to the family for later designation.

Aaron G. Maresch

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;

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;

Margaret Mae Suiter

Helen L. Bauer, 79, of Junction City, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Johnson Funeral Home from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 3625 SW 29th St #102, Topeka, KS 66614. She was born on February 1, 1943, in Elgin, Illinois to Herbert and Eva (Grant) Hudgens. On January 9, 1963, Helen married Charles L. Bauer in Peoria, Illinois. Together they raised three children; Rhonda, Mechille, and Cynthia. Helen worked on Fort Riley at the MWR Organization for over twenty years. In her free time, she loved to spend time in her flower garden, watch birds play in the bird baths, and walking her dogs. She also loved spending time with her daughters and dragging them through Dillard's every chance she got. Helen's favorite moments were being able to spend time with her grandchildren. She was also a member of First Christian Church and was very active in the women's bible study groups. Helen is survived by her loving daughters; Rhonda (Edwin) Gonzalez of Midwest City, Oklahoma, Mechille (James) Wade of Junction City, Kansas, Cynthia Bauer and her fiancé Kelly Scott of Hill City, Kansas; eight grandchildren, Joshua, Karen, James, Brittnee, Michelle, Megan, Justin, and Christian; and blessed with ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Charles and her parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen L. Bauer, 79, of Junction City, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Johnson Funeral Home from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 3625 SW 29th St #102, Topeka, KS 66614. She was born on February 1, 1943, in Elgin, Illinois to Herbert and Eva (Grant) Hudgens. On January 9, 1963, Helen married Charles L. Bauer in Peoria, Illinois. Together they raised three children; Rhonda, Mechille, and Cynthia. Helen worked on Fort Riley at the MWR Organization for over twenty years. In her free time, she loved to spend time in her flower garden, watch birds play in the bird baths, and walking her dogs. She also loved spending time with her daughters and dragging them through Dillard's every chance she got. Helen's favorite moments were being able to spend time with her grandchildren. She was also a member of First Christian Church and was very active in the women's bible study groups. Helen is survived by her loving daughters; Rhonda (Edwin) Gonzalez of Midwest City, Oklahoma, Mechille (James) Wade of Junction City, Kansas, Cynthia Bauer and her fiancé Kelly Scott of Hill City, Kansas; eight grandchildren, Joshua, Karen, James, Brittnee, Michelle, Megan, Justin, and Christian; and blessed with ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Charles and her parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen L. Bauer

EllaMae Argo, age 88, of Marysville, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at Community Memorial Health Care in Marysville.

EllaMae was born May 5, 1934, in Forest City, Iowa to Carl and Daisy W. (Weaver) Prescott.&nbsp; After high school she went on to study nursing at Iowa Lutheran Hospital and became a Registered Nurse. She began her nursing career at Clarkson Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; While there she attended Omaha Bible Institute where she met her future husband Don.&nbsp; They were married on June 11, 1956, at Forest City, Iowa.&nbsp; After Don completed Medical School he spent a short term in the US Army, EllaMae and Don then moved to Marysville in 1965, where they raised there seven children.

EllaMae was very active in child evangelism and enjoyed working with the AWANA program with the Berean Church.&nbsp; EllaMae and Don were instrumental in building both Victory Baptist Church and the Berean Church.&nbsp; She also enjoyed cross stitch, spending many hours making quilt blocks for others who made the quilts.&nbsp; She loved her family and worked to ensure each of them knew her Lord.

Survivors include her husband Don, their seven children: Dr. Tanya (Dr. Chris Striebich) Argo of Denver, Colorado, Kathy (David) Totten of Marysville, Tim (Shannon) Argo of Rochester, Minnesota, Matt (Christy) Argo of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Mike (Marsha) Argo of Clay Center, Cheryl (Roy) Hanschu of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Jon (Mindy) Argo of Bremen, a sister Dorothy (Arnie) Karch of Bozeman, Montana, thirteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Preceding EllaMae in death were her parents, a sister Frances Prescott, a brother John Prescott and a great grandson Beckett Totten.

Viewing is from noon to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, with visitation between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. at Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.

Funeral services are at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Winifred Baptist Church in Winifred with Mr. Aaron Gee officiating.&nbsp; Linda Argo and Ruth Ann Gee will play piano and organ.&nbsp; A duet of Kathleen Fincham and Rachel Tegtmeier will sing the “23rd&nbsp;Psalm” and “Jesus Promised Me A House Over There”.&nbsp; Casket Bearers will be her grandsons: Dereck Totten, Devin Argo, Shaestian Argo, Steven Argo, Cameron Argo, Severy Argo, Sayiant Argo and Aiden Argo.&nbsp; Honorary Bearers will be her granddaughters: Leah Lee, Dana Fairchild, Carolyn Argo, Kaitlyn Argo and Delaney Argo.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Marysville City Cemetery in Marysville.

Memorials are suggested to Baptist Mid Missions (for John and Bev Leonard)&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO &nbsp;Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

EllaMae Argo, age 88, of Marysville, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at Community Memorial Health Care in Marysville.EllaMae was born May 5, 1934, in Forest City, Iowa to Carl and Daisy W. (Weaver) Prescott.&nbsp; After high school she went on to study nursing at Iowa Lutheran Hospital and became a Registered Nurse. She began her nursing career at Clarkson Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; While there she attended Omaha Bible Institute where she met her future husband Don.&nbsp; They were married on June 11, 1956, at Forest City, Iowa.&nbsp; After Don completed Medical School he spent a short term in the US Army, EllaMae and Don then moved to Marysville in 1965, where they raised there seven children.EllaMae was very active in child evangelism and enjoyed working with the AWANA program with the Berean Church.&nbsp; EllaMae and Don were instrumental in building both Victory Baptist Church and the Berean Church.&nbsp; She also enjoyed cross stitch, spending many hours making quilt blocks for others who made the quilts.&nbsp; She loved her family and worked to ensure each of them knew her Lord.Survivors include her husband Don, their seven children: Dr. Tanya (Dr. Chris Striebich) Argo of Denver, Colorado, Kathy (David) Totten of Marysville, Tim (Shannon) Argo of Rochester, Minnesota, Matt (Christy) Argo of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Mike (Marsha) Argo of Clay Center, Cheryl (Roy) Hanschu of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Jon (Mindy) Argo of Bremen, a sister Dorothy (Arnie) Karch of Bozeman, Montana, thirteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren.Preceding EllaMae in death were her parents, a sister Frances Prescott, a brother John Prescott and a great grandson Beckett Totten.Viewing is from noon to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, with visitation between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. at Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.Funeral services are at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Winifred Baptist Church in Winifred with Mr. Aaron Gee officiating.&nbsp; Linda Argo and Ruth Ann Gee will play piano and organ.&nbsp; A duet of Kathleen Fincham and Rachel Tegtmeier will sing the “23rd&nbsp;Psalm” and “Jesus Promised Me A House Over There”.&nbsp; Casket Bearers will be her grandsons: Dereck Totten, Devin Argo, Shaestian Argo, Steven Argo, Cameron Argo, Severy Argo, Sayiant Argo and Aiden Argo.&nbsp; Honorary Bearers will be her granddaughters: Leah Lee, Dana Fairchild, Carolyn Argo, Kaitlyn Argo and Delaney Argo.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Marysville City Cemetery in Marysville.Memorials are suggested to Baptist Mid Missions (for John and Bev Leonard)&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO &nbsp;Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

EllaMae Argo

Michele Kowalski, 54 of Clay Center, died Saturday, November 26, 2022 at her residence.&nbsp; She was born September 2, 1968 in Erie, Pennsylvania, the daughter of George and Carol (Auer) Kowalski.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Michele grew up in Erie until the age of 8 when her father’s military service took the family to Germany for 3 years.&nbsp; They then lived in Manhattan, Topeka and Clay Center.&nbsp; Michele was a registered nurse and worked at Select Medical Care and St. Francis Hospital in Topeka and for Medicalodge in Clay Center.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her son, Sam Kowalski of Manhattan, Kansas; sister: Katie Grove and Charles Hallman of Clay Center, Kansas; nephew, Austin Gilbert and niece Vera Hallman.

Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation and can be sent c/o the funeral home.

Michele Kowalski, 54 of Clay Center, died Saturday, November 26, 2022 at her residence.&nbsp; She was born September 2, 1968 in Erie, Pennsylvania, the daughter of George and Carol (Auer) Kowalski.&nbsp;&nbsp;Michele grew up in Erie until the age of 8 when her father’s military service took the family to Germany for 3 years.&nbsp; They then lived in Manhattan, Topeka and Clay Center.&nbsp; Michele was a registered nurse and worked at Select Medical Care and St. Francis Hospital in Topeka and for Medicalodge in Clay Center.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her son, Sam Kowalski of Manhattan, Kansas; sister: Katie Grove and Charles Hallman of Clay Center, Kansas; nephew, Austin Gilbert and niece Vera Hallman.Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.There will be no visitation.Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation and can be sent c/o the funeral home.

Michele Kowalski

Jamie Jones, passed away on November 22, 2022, in Manhattan, KS. He was 32 years old.

Jamie was born in Greenville, North Carolina in 1990. He spent his early years in North Carolina and moved with his family to Manhattan, KS in 1994.

Jamie is survived by his loving parents, Roy James Jones, Jr. and Carla Edwards Jones of the home, and by his loving sister, Lindsey Jones Johnson, Nashville, TN. His maternal grandparents were Freeman Edwards and Esther Cargill Edwards, deceased, of West Palm Beach, FL. His paternal grandparents were Roy James Jones, Sr. and Dollie Hagan Jones, deceased, Hampton, FL. His aunts and uncles are Jimmy Jones (D'Na) Gainesville, FL. Anthony Jones (Sabrina) and Belinda Jones, Hampton, FL. Gloria Woods (Cecil) deceased, Hampton, FL. Barbara Gibson Black (Lewis), Royal Palm Beach, FL. Cheryl Edwards and Barry Edwards (Mary, deceased), West Palm Beach, FL. Loving aunts Betty Cargill Cephas, Washington DC, and Clara Merritt Cargill, Louisville KY. Margaret Jefferson, Hampton, FL. Former brother-in-law Justin Johnson, Atlanta, GA. Jamie also leaves to mourn Alison Burton, Manhattan, KS and her parents, Dale and Nancy Burton, Wamego, KS. Honorary Godparents, Pastor Sterling and Pat Hudgins, Manhattan, KS. A host of cousins, relatives and friends.

Jamie was a Christian and gave his life to the Lord at the age of 9. He was active in the youth ministry of the Manhattan Church of Christ, where he participated in Bible Bowl and Leadership Training for Christ competitions in Oklahoma and Kansas. He was named an Outstanding Camper at Silver Maple Church Camp and was an avid swimmer. Jamie attended Rock Hills Church in his later years.

Jamie loved to travel with his family and friends. His favorite trips were to Kansas State University bowl games, Disneyworld and Disneyland, Denver, Miami, and New Orleans, with many trips to concerts and the beach. Spring Break trips with friends were some of his most memorable and fun times.

Jamie loved sports of all kinds. He tried his hand at several activities, including piano, martial arts, guitar, and drums. He played parks and recreation T-Ball, soccer, and baseball. He played youth golf with Earl Woods First Tee Academy at Colbert Hills Golf Course. But his real love was football. He loved the Dallas Cowboys and the Miami Hurricanes football teams. He played two years with the Manhattan Panthers football team and with Anthony Middle School football team. He also played freshman football at Manhattan High School. Jamie was also part of the MHS junior varsity and varsity football teams. In his junior year, his team went to substate against Hutchinson High, and had a devastating loss before the state championship game. Jamie lettered for two years, and he earned his "Bones" his senior year. In addition to other awards, Jamie was named the outstanding player on his team, winning the Jack Wilson Award. He was honored on a plaque still on display at Manhattan High School. Jamie was honored as a second team selection for the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Jamie excelled at sports data and was the luckiest person we knew.

Jamie signed for college football at Fort Scott Community College. After Fort Scott, Jamie attended Kansas State University while working various jobs in the community, working for Larson Construction for the last several years.

Jamie brought sunshine into our lives every day. We loved him and will miss him. May God continue to bless all who knew him and were touched by this incredible person.

Family visitation will be on Friday, December 2, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at Manhattan Church of Christ, 2510 Dickens Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. Homegoing services will be on Saturday, December 3 at 11 a.m. at Manhattan Church of Christ. Interment will take place at a later date.&nbsp;

Yorgensen, Meloan, and Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS is in charge of arrangements. Donations may be made for the Jones Family in care of Manhattan Church of Christ.

Jamie Jones, passed away on November 22, 2022, in Manhattan, KS. He was 32 years old.Jamie was born in Greenville, North Carolina in 1990. He spent his early years in North Carolina and moved with his family to Manhattan, KS in 1994.Jamie is survived by his loving parents, Roy James Jones, Jr. and Carla Edwards Jones of the home, and by his loving sister, Lindsey Jones Johnson, Nashville, TN. His maternal grandparents were Freeman Edwards and Esther Cargill Edwards, deceased, of West Palm Beach, FL. His paternal grandparents were Roy James Jones, Sr. and Dollie Hagan Jones, deceased, Hampton, FL. His aunts and uncles are Jimmy Jones (D'Na) Gainesville, FL. Anthony Jones (Sabrina) and Belinda Jones, Hampton, FL. Gloria Woods (Cecil) deceased, Hampton, FL. Barbara Gibson Black (Lewis), Royal Palm Beach, FL. Cheryl Edwards and Barry Edwards (Mary, deceased), West Palm Beach, FL. Loving aunts Betty Cargill Cephas, Washington DC, and Clara Merritt Cargill, Louisville KY. Margaret Jefferson, Hampton, FL. Former brother-in-law Justin Johnson, Atlanta, GA. Jamie also leaves to mourn Alison Burton, Manhattan, KS and her parents, Dale and Nancy Burton, Wamego, KS. Honorary Godparents, Pastor Sterling and Pat Hudgins, Manhattan, KS. A host of cousins, relatives and friends.Jamie was a Christian and gave his life to the Lord at the age of 9. He was active in the youth ministry of the Manhattan Church of Christ, where he participated in Bible Bowl and Leadership Training for Christ competitions in Oklahoma and Kansas. He was named an Outstanding Camper at Silver Maple Church Camp and was an avid swimmer. Jamie attended Rock Hills Church in his later years.Jamie loved to travel with his family and friends. His favorite trips were to Kansas State University bowl games, Disneyworld and Disneyland, Denver, Miami, and New Orleans, with many trips to concerts and the beach. Spring Break trips with friends were some of his most memorable and fun times.Jamie loved sports of all kinds. He tried his hand at several activities, including piano, martial arts, guitar, and drums. He played parks and recreation T-Ball, soccer, and baseball. He played youth golf with Earl Woods First Tee Academy at Colbert Hills Golf Course. But his real love was football. He loved the Dallas Cowboys and the Miami Hurricanes football teams. He played two years with the Manhattan Panthers football team and with Anthony Middle School football team. He also played freshman football at Manhattan High School. Jamie was also part of the MHS junior varsity and varsity football teams. In his junior year, his team went to substate against Hutchinson High, and had a devastating loss before the state championship game. Jamie lettered for two years, and he earned his "Bones" his senior year. In addition to other awards, Jamie was named the outstanding player on his team, winning the Jack Wilson Award. He was honored on a plaque still on display at Manhattan High School. Jamie was honored as a second team selection for the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Jamie excelled at sports data and was the luckiest person we knew.Jamie signed for college football at Fort Scott Community College. After Fort Scott, Jamie attended Kansas State University while working various jobs in the community, working for Larson Construction for the last several years.Jamie brought sunshine into our lives every day. We loved him and will miss him. May God continue to bless all who knew him and were touched by this incredible person.Family visitation will be on Friday, December 2, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at Manhattan Church of Christ, 2510 Dickens Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. Homegoing services will be on Saturday, December 3 at 11 a.m. at Manhattan Church of Christ. Interment will take place at a later date.&nbsp;Yorgensen, Meloan, and Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS is in charge of arrangements. Donations may be made for the Jones Family in care of Manhattan Church of Christ.

Jamie Jones

SFC (RET) Francis J. Lagerman, 81, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, in his home surrounded by his loving family. A graveside service with full military honors will take place 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 08, 2022, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Francis was born on July 5, 1941, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Joseph and Thelma (Myers) Lagerman. Francis served in the United States Army until his retirement. After his retirement, he opened an auto-shop in Junction City. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. “Shut Up and Fish!” - Francis Lagerman&nbsp;&nbsp;

SFC (RET) Francis J. Lagerman, 81, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, in his home surrounded by his loving family. A graveside service with full military honors will take place 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 08, 2022, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Francis was born on July 5, 1941, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Joseph and Thelma (Myers) Lagerman. Francis served in the United States Army until his retirement. After his retirement, he opened an auto-shop in Junction City. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. “Shut Up and Fish!” - Francis Lagerman&nbsp;&nbsp;

SFC (RET) Francis J. Lagerman

Ramona Lee Schierbaum Printz-Smith, 93, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at her home. Cremation will take place. A visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home on Friday, December 02, 2022, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, December 03, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or the J.C. Little Theater. She was born on September 21, 1929, the daughter of Vane and Gladys Schierbaum on a farm near Concordia, Kansas. Ramona graduated from Concordia High School in 1947, then obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Ottawa University in 1951. In 1949, she married Lloyd Printz of Clay Center, Kansas. They had three children; Gregory, Bradley, and Deanna. In 1993, married Don Smith. Ramona taught piano lessons and music education classes for over forty years. Twenty of those years were spent at Junction City High School teaching piano, music theory, and vocal classes. For many years, Ramona spent her time serving as a musical director, accompanist, and seamstress for many theater productions at the JC Little Theater. She also dedicated time to the First Presbyterian Church by playing the organ for around twenty years, she wrote church articles for the monthly newsletter for over twelve years, and served two terms as an elder. Over the years, Ramona was a very active member of the community and advocate for arts in many capacities. She also advocated for equal pay for women in the school district. Not only did she get to teach and share her passion of music, but she also helped celebrate the small achievements with her students. Her positive outlook and wonderful presence will be dearly missed. Fun Facts: She had two separates holes-in-one while playing golf, of which she was so proud. After retirement, Ramona enjoyed traveling with Don on many different adventures. She wrote her memoirs in her seventies, which is over three-hundred pages and has so many rich memories to pass on to her loved ones. At the age of seventy, she performed a full piano recital at the church. Ramona was nominated for the Master Teacher Award in 1985. Lastly, she was a contestant on The Price Is Right in 2004. Ramona is survived by one son; Greg Printz of Cushing, Texas; one daughter, Deanna "De De" (Eric) Skultety of Stilwell, Kansas; two step-children, Donna (Jimmy) Scott of Fort Worth, Texas, Avis (David) Wright of Fort Worth, Texas; four grandchildren, Jesse (Emma) Printz of Plano, Texas, Lisa (David) Raber of Castro Valley, California, Nathan (Madeline) Printz of Overland Park, Kansas, Dana (Dustin) Skultety of Spokane, Washington; four great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Calvin, Ripley, and Bowen; and a host of nieces, nephews, and step-grandchildren. She was preceded by her parents Vane and Gladys Schierbaum; her sister, Marilyn Johnston; her first husband Lloyd Printz; her second husband, Don Smith; and her son Brad Printz.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ramona Lee Schierbaum Printz-Smith, 93, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at her home. Cremation will take place. A visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home on Friday, December 02, 2022, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, December 03, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or the J.C. Little Theater. She was born on September 21, 1929, the daughter of Vane and Gladys Schierbaum on a farm near Concordia, Kansas. Ramona graduated from Concordia High School in 1947, then obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Ottawa University in 1951. In 1949, she married Lloyd Printz of Clay Center, Kansas. They had three children; Gregory, Bradley, and Deanna. In 1993, married Don Smith. Ramona taught piano lessons and music education classes for over forty years. Twenty of those years were spent at Junction City High School teaching piano, music theory, and vocal classes. For many years, Ramona spent her time serving as a musical director, accompanist, and seamstress for many theater productions at the JC Little Theater. She also dedicated time to the First Presbyterian Church by playing the organ for around twenty years, she wrote church articles for the monthly newsletter for over twelve years, and served two terms as an elder. Over the years, Ramona was a very active member of the community and advocate for arts in many capacities. She also advocated for equal pay for women in the school district. Not only did she get to teach and share her passion of music, but she also helped celebrate the small achievements with her students. Her positive outlook and wonderful presence will be dearly missed. Fun Facts: She had two separates holes-in-one while playing golf, of which she was so proud. After retirement, Ramona enjoyed traveling with Don on many different adventures. She wrote her memoirs in her seventies, which is over three-hundred pages and has so many rich memories to pass on to her loved ones. At the age of seventy, she performed a full piano recital at the church. Ramona was nominated for the Master Teacher Award in 1985. Lastly, she was a contestant on The Price Is Right in 2004. Ramona is survived by one son; Greg Printz of Cushing, Texas; one daughter, Deanna "De De" (Eric) Skultety of Stilwell, Kansas; two step-children, Donna (Jimmy) Scott of Fort Worth, Texas, Avis (David) Wright of Fort Worth, Texas; four grandchildren, Jesse (Emma) Printz of Plano, Texas, Lisa (David) Raber of Castro Valley, California, Nathan (Madeline) Printz of Overland Park, Kansas, Dana (Dustin) Skultety of Spokane, Washington; four great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Calvin, Ripley, and Bowen; and a host of nieces, nephews, and step-grandchildren. She was preceded by her parents Vane and Gladys Schierbaum; her sister, Marilyn Johnston; her first husband Lloyd Printz; her second husband, Don Smith; and her son Brad Printz.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ramona Lee Schierbaum Printz-Smith

The family of Elizabeth Joan DePew is saddened to announce the passing of Joan, 84, on November 20, 2022. She is dancing and singing her way to heaven with a margarita in her hand. Visitation is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. and funeral ceremony at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 2, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at Highland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Friends of Animals or the donor's choice. Joan was born in Abilene, Kansas, on May 17, 1938, and was the fourth of seven children born to Clarence Leroy King Sr. She powered through life with her family and friends, plus her love of dancing, listening to the greats such as Elvis and Willie Nelson, and would always tap her foot and swing her arms to good guitar riffs and a swinging piano. She met the late Joe Martinez and the two were married on February 6, 1955. They soon welcomed four children throughout their marriage. After the end of their marriage, Joan met and married Doil DePew on July 22, 1984 and the two remained together until Doil's passing in March 1995. Joan is survived by her best friend and loyal companion who has always been by her side, her dog, Chika Bonita; her children, J. Micheal (Siegrid Sloan) Martinez, Deborah J. (James) Glessner-Heggie, Jolita M. (Kenton) Tully, and Stephen (Stacey Rucker) Martinez; her siblings, Lois Wier, Karen Rhondenbaugh, and Edith Hurting; her five grandchildren, Jasmine Glessner, Shane Glessner, Andrya Mertz, Leticia Martinez and Kayla Tully; and four great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Doil DePew; her father Clarence; her mother, Margaret (Swift) King; her brothers, Clarence "Clancey" King Jr. and Bob King; her sister, Virginia Bain; and her son-in-law, Sidney "Sid" Glessner.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The family of Elizabeth Joan DePew is saddened to announce the passing of Joan, 84, on November 20, 2022. She is dancing and singing her way to heaven with a margarita in her hand. Visitation is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. and funeral ceremony at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 2, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at Highland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Friends of Animals or the donor's choice. Joan was born in Abilene, Kansas, on May 17, 1938, and was the fourth of seven children born to Clarence Leroy King Sr. She powered through life with her family and friends, plus her love of dancing, listening to the greats such as Elvis and Willie Nelson, and would always tap her foot and swing her arms to good guitar riffs and a swinging piano. She met the late Joe Martinez and the two were married on February 6, 1955. They soon welcomed four children throughout their marriage. After the end of their marriage, Joan met and married Doil DePew on July 22, 1984 and the two remained together until Doil's passing in March 1995. Joan is survived by her best friend and loyal companion who has always been by her side, her dog, Chika Bonita; her children, J. Micheal (Siegrid Sloan) Martinez, Deborah J. (James) Glessner-Heggie, Jolita M. (Kenton) Tully, and Stephen (Stacey Rucker) Martinez; her siblings, Lois Wier, Karen Rhondenbaugh, and Edith Hurting; her five grandchildren, Jasmine Glessner, Shane Glessner, Andrya Mertz, Leticia Martinez and Kayla Tully; and four great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Doil DePew; her father Clarence; her mother, Margaret (Swift) King; her brothers, Clarence "Clancey" King Jr. and Bob King; her sister, Virginia Bain; and her son-in-law, Sidney "Sid" Glessner.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elizabeth Joan DePew 

Erika Ransom, a long-time resident of Junction City, Kansas died peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2022. She was born on April 3rd, 1938, to Xavier and Elsa (Schlosser) Wanner in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany. She immigrated to the United States after marrying Tracy Ransom, Sr in 1960, and raised six children; Erika, Hans Peter, Thomas, Robert Leroy, William and Tracy Ransom, Jr. As an Army wife, she lived in various places throughout the US and came to love this country. She became a Naturalized Citizen in 1967. Over the years, she enjoyed work in the Hospitality field and as a Homemaker. You could often find her fishing, playing BINGO, trying her luck at the slot machine, or as was often the case, sitting at her kitchen table having coffee while visiting with family and friends. She always kept an eye out for Indigo Buntings and the many Hummingbirds that frequented the feeder outside her window. Erika’s laughter and smile were truly infectious! She was always willing to get up early to make her children, grandchildren and even a neighbor or two, a German Pancake! She was a strong and resilient woman, who will be missed greatly by her family and friends. Erika is survived by one brother, Franz Wanner of Germany; one sister, Heide (Gottfrid) Koso of Chicago, Illinois; and her four sons; Hans Peter Ransom of Claremore, Oklahoma, Thomas Ransom of Coco Beach, Florida, William Exavier (Lynn) Ransom of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tracy (Andrea) Ransom, Jr. of Jacksonville, Florida; and one daughter, Erika (Quintin) Hatchett of Milford, Kansas. She was the beloved Oma to eleven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson on the way; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Tracy Ransom, Sr.; her parents; one son, Robert Leroy Ransom; and seven siblings. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284-0692.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Erika Ransom, a long-time resident of Junction City, Kansas died peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2022. She was born on April 3rd, 1938, to Xavier and Elsa (Schlosser) Wanner in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany. She immigrated to the United States after marrying Tracy Ransom, Sr in 1960, and raised six children; Erika, Hans Peter, Thomas, Robert Leroy, William and Tracy Ransom, Jr. As an Army wife, she lived in various places throughout the US and came to love this country. She became a Naturalized Citizen in 1967. Over the years, she enjoyed work in the Hospitality field and as a Homemaker. You could often find her fishing, playing BINGO, trying her luck at the slot machine, or as was often the case, sitting at her kitchen table having coffee while visiting with family and friends. She always kept an eye out for Indigo Buntings and the many Hummingbirds that frequented the feeder outside her window. Erika’s laughter and smile were truly infectious! She was always willing to get up early to make her children, grandchildren and even a neighbor or two, a German Pancake! She was a strong and resilient woman, who will be missed greatly by her family and friends. Erika is survived by one brother, Franz Wanner of Germany; one sister, Heide (Gottfrid) Koso of Chicago, Illinois; and her four sons; Hans Peter Ransom of Claremore, Oklahoma, Thomas Ransom of Coco Beach, Florida, William Exavier (Lynn) Ransom of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tracy (Andrea) Ransom, Jr. of Jacksonville, Florida; and one daughter, Erika (Quintin) Hatchett of Milford, Kansas. She was the beloved Oma to eleven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson on the way; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Tracy Ransom, Sr.; her parents; one son, Robert Leroy Ransom; and seven siblings. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284-0692.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Erika Ransom

Greg(ory) Douglas Wells, age 71 of Manhattan, died peacefully with his children by his side on Friday, November 25, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;

Greg was born on January 4, 1951, in Manhattan, KS to Guy Justin and Leota Mae (Pascal) Wells. He joined his sister Barb at home in Manhattan where he lived until graduating high school in 1969. While growing up he was an active member of the local boy scout troop, where he earned Eagle Scout status. He was also a member of the Manhattan High School football team and choir.&nbsp;

He met his future wife Denise Ann Dixon in middle school through the United Methodist Church in Manhattan. On December 20, 1970, they were joined in marriage there as well. After marriage, he and Denise were at home in Emporia, KS, where he attended the Emporia State Teacher’s College and was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon.&nbsp;

In 1977, Greg and Denise joined his sister Barb and her husband Larry in the management of the Tiawah Hills Dude Ranch, in Claremore, Oklahoma. His love of horses was well suited to, the job. In 1980, his daughter, Samantha Kate was born, soon followed by Sean Alan in 1981.&nbsp; The family moved back to Manhattan, KS in 1982.&nbsp; Greg resided with his wife Denise and children at the house on North 48th&nbsp;Street until its loss to a grass fire in 2018.

Greg worked as an office specialist in the KSU Division of Biology for 30+ years. While at K-State he led many 1st&nbsp;grade field trips through the building learning about the natural history and wildlife of the area. Greg was an active adult leader of the Riley, KS Boy Scout troop and enjoyed teaching the boys and young men some of the finer arts of camping skills.&nbsp;

To some, Greg was known (or unknown) as Santa Claus for the Sedalia Church Christmas program or the Santa Paws fundraiser for the Humane Society held and the Candlewood Veterinary Clinic. To others, he was the “Voice of the Falcons”, announcing many different sports events over the years. He joked that once he announced an entire football game without a microphone. His voice was ‘booming’ enough to do just that – you always knew when Greg had entered the room. What many don’t know, is that he managed to do all of that while also caring for his wife, Denise through her extended illness. He was a devoted husband who’s love and commitment to his wife never wavered. He was also the most supportive, caring, fun, and loving father and grandfather.&nbsp;

In his later years, Greg’s mobility had been greatly reduced to due an injury from a fall in 2014. After the fire, Greg resided in Redbud Estates, where he remained until just recently. In this time, he enjoyed the continuation of his lifelong love of trivia and crossword puzzles (in pen) and watching football. If you visited Greg, you could almost guarantee that a game or program relating to football would be on.&nbsp;

He is survived by his children, Samantha Nott and her husband Eric of Shawnee, KS, and Sean Wells and his wife Christina of Margaretville, NY; his sister Barb(ara) Turnbull and her husband Larry of Downingtown, PA; two grandchildren, Brayden Wells and Dixon Nott. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Carol Dixon, and sisters-in-law, Madelyn Short (Terry), and Cheri Vines (Billie).&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Denise Ann Dixon in 2002; his parents; father-in-law, Lyle Dixon, and nephew, Brian Hood.&nbsp;

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Manhattan Optimist Club or U.S.D. 378 Riley County Athletics. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Greg(ory) Douglas Wells, age 71 of Manhattan, died peacefully with his children by his side on Friday, November 25, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp;Greg was born on January 4, 1951, in Manhattan, KS to Guy Justin and Leota Mae (Pascal) Wells. He joined his sister Barb at home in Manhattan where he lived until graduating high school in 1969. While growing up he was an active member of the local boy scout troop, where he earned Eagle Scout status. He was also a member of the Manhattan High School football team and choir.&nbsp;He met his future wife Denise Ann Dixon in middle school through the United Methodist Church in Manhattan. On December 20, 1970, they were joined in marriage there as well. After marriage, he and Denise were at home in Emporia, KS, where he attended the Emporia State Teacher’s College and was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon.&nbsp;In 1977, Greg and Denise joined his sister Barb and her husband Larry in the management of the Tiawah Hills Dude Ranch, in Claremore, Oklahoma. His love of horses was well suited to, the job. In 1980, his daughter, Samantha Kate was born, soon followed by Sean Alan in 1981.&nbsp; The family moved back to Manhattan, KS in 1982.&nbsp; Greg resided with his wife Denise and children at the house on North 48th&nbsp;Street until its loss to a grass fire in 2018.Greg worked as an office specialist in the KSU Division of Biology for 30+ years. While at K-State he led many 1st&nbsp;grade field trips through the building learning about the natural history and wildlife of the area. Greg was an active adult leader of the Riley, KS Boy Scout troop and enjoyed teaching the boys and young men some of the finer arts of camping skills.&nbsp;To some, Greg was known (or unknown) as Santa Claus for the Sedalia Church Christmas program or the Santa Paws fundraiser for the Humane Society held and the Candlewood Veterinary Clinic. To others, he was the “Voice of the Falcons”, announcing many different sports events over the years. He joked that once he announced an entire football game without a microphone. His voice was ‘booming’ enough to do just that – you always knew when Greg had entered the room. What many don’t know, is that he managed to do all of that while also caring for his wife, Denise through her extended illness. He was a devoted husband who’s love and commitment to his wife never wavered. He was also the most supportive, caring, fun, and loving father and grandfather.&nbsp;In his later years, Greg’s mobility had been greatly reduced to due an injury from a fall in 2014. After the fire, Greg resided in Redbud Estates, where he remained until just recently. In this time, he enjoyed the continuation of his lifelong love of trivia and crossword puzzles (in pen) and watching football. If you visited Greg, you could almost guarantee that a game or program relating to football would be on.&nbsp;He is survived by his children, Samantha Nott and her husband Eric of Shawnee, KS, and Sean Wells and his wife Christina of Margaretville, NY; his sister Barb(ara) Turnbull and her husband Larry of Downingtown, PA; two grandchildren, Brayden Wells and Dixon Nott. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Carol Dixon, and sisters-in-law, Madelyn Short (Terry), and Cheri Vines (Billie).&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Denise Ann Dixon in 2002; his parents; father-in-law, Lyle Dixon, and nephew, Brian Hood.&nbsp;Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Manhattan Optimist Club or U.S.D. 378 Riley County Athletics. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Greg(ory) Douglas Wells

LaVone Erickson, 94 died November 25, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on March 22, 1928, in Clay Center, the daughter of John Bernard and Lottie (Wachsnicht) Lind.&nbsp; LaVone was raised in Clay Center and was a Class of 1945 graduate from Clay Center High School.&nbsp; She married Oran Erickson on October 19, 1947.&nbsp; LaVone worked as the Deputy Register of Deeds for six years.&nbsp; She also served on the Clay County Election Board for 35 years.&nbsp; Oran preceded her in death on April 10, 2017.&nbsp; LaVone was a member of the Clay Center Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Ronald Erickson; granddaughter, Lisa Erickson; sister, Bernice Berggren; brother, LeRoy Lind

Son: Doug and wife Teresa Erickson of Clay Center, KS

Son: Roger and wife Renee Erickson of Wichita, KS

4 Grandchildren; Beth (Ben) Foster, Sandy (Jon) Wiemers, Andrew Erickson, Emily (Andy) Preston

8 Great-grandchildren; Jack, Finley &amp; Quinn Foster, Cooper &amp; Gage Wiemers, Paisley, Blair &amp; Reese Preston

Funeral Services: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: 4-6 p.m. Monday, November 28, at Presbyterian Church, Clay Center, KS

Memorials:&nbsp; Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home

LaVone Erickson, 94 died November 25, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on March 22, 1928, in Clay Center, the daughter of John Bernard and Lottie (Wachsnicht) Lind.&nbsp; LaVone was raised in Clay Center and was a Class of 1945 graduate from Clay Center High School.&nbsp; She married Oran Erickson on October 19, 1947.&nbsp; LaVone worked as the Deputy Register of Deeds for six years.&nbsp; She also served on the Clay County Election Board for 35 years.&nbsp; Oran preceded her in death on April 10, 2017.&nbsp; LaVone was a member of the Clay Center Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Ronald Erickson; granddaughter, Lisa Erickson; sister, Bernice Berggren; brother, LeRoy LindSurvivors:Son: Doug and wife Teresa Erickson of Clay Center, KSSon: Roger and wife Renee Erickson of Wichita, KS4 Grandchildren; Beth (Ben) Foster, Sandy (Jon) Wiemers, Andrew Erickson, Emily (Andy) Preston8 Great-grandchildren; Jack, Finley &amp; Quinn Foster, Cooper &amp; Gage Wiemers, Paisley, Blair &amp; Reese PrestonFuneral Services: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSMinister: Rev. Scott LingleBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: 4-6 p.m. Monday, November 28, at Presbyterian Church, Clay Center, KSMemorials:&nbsp; Presbyterian Church c/o the funeral home

LaVone Erickson

Cynthia Holper, 72 died November 23, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on June 11, 1950, in Clay Center, the daughter of Vernon and Anita (Lee) McGee.&nbsp; Cynthia was raised in Clay Center and was a Class of 1968 graduate from CCCHS.&nbsp; She worked for Kansas State University on Fort Riley and for the Clay Center Dispatch and the Salina Journal in ad sales.&nbsp; Cynthia was a member of the Eagles #3650 Auxiliary for many years and was past-President.&nbsp; She also served on the Transportation board and Site Council for Apollo Towers.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.

Son: Vernon and wife Wendy Osborne of Clay Center, KS

Son: Harold and wife Donna Osborne of Topeka, KS

Daughter: Cathy and husband Bruce Fenin of Clay Center, KS

Son: Charles Holper of Clay Center, Kansas

Sister: Verna and husband Warren Albee of Clay Center, KS

Sister: Pamela and husband Arvin Carter of Enterprise, KS

Brother: Vernon and wife Dawn McGee of Clay Center, KS

Sister: Carrie and husband Larry Drummond of Abilene, KS

4 Grandchildren, 4 Step-grandchildren, 2 Great-grandchildren

Funeral Services: Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KS

Visitation: 4-7 p.m. December 2, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home

Cynthia Holper, 72 died November 23, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; She was born on June 11, 1950, in Clay Center, the daughter of Vernon and Anita (Lee) McGee.&nbsp; Cynthia was raised in Clay Center and was a Class of 1968 graduate from CCCHS.&nbsp; She worked for Kansas State University on Fort Riley and for the Clay Center Dispatch and the Salina Journal in ad sales.&nbsp; Cynthia was a member of the Eagles #3650 Auxiliary for many years and was past-President.&nbsp; She also served on the Transportation board and Site Council for Apollo Towers.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors:Son: Vernon and wife Wendy Osborne of Clay Center, KSSon: Harold and wife Donna Osborne of Topeka, KSDaughter: Cathy and husband Bruce Fenin of Clay Center, KSSon: Charles Holper of Clay Center, KansasSister: Verna and husband Warren Albee of Clay Center, KSSister: Pamela and husband Arvin Carter of Enterprise, KSSister: Penny Boston of MOBrother: Vernon and wife Dawn McGee of Clay Center, KSSister: Carrie and husband Larry Drummond of Abilene, KS4 Grandchildren, 4 Step-grandchildren, 2 Great-grandchildrenFuneral Services: Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KSMinister: Rev. Seth McGregorBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: 4-7 p.m. December 2, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home

Cynthia Holper

Harold Frederick Hartner, 106 died November 22, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on November 8, 1916, in Dewitt, NE the son of Fred and Rose (Damkroger) Hartner.&nbsp; He was baptized in the Evangelical Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Fred and Rose moved back to Kansas when Harold was a year old along with his older brother Harlan. A few years later sister Pearl was adopted.&nbsp; They farmed in Exeter township in Clay County, where Harold farmed until his retirement.&nbsp; He married Floy Marie Davis on July 12, l939.&nbsp; They were blessed with 4 children.&nbsp; Beverly Floy (Hartner) Ralstin, Darlene Marie (Hartner) Strader, Ethel Rose (Hartner) Ericksen, and Forrest Harold Hartner.&nbsp; His wife Floy died June 21, l982.&nbsp; Harold remarried to Arleen Neef December 6, l983.&nbsp; Harold and Floy built a home in Clay Center in l960 where he lived until he and Arleen moved to the Presbyterian Manor in 2013.&nbsp; He was a long time member of the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Ethel Rose Ericksen; son, Forrest Hartner; sister, Pearl Oelschlager and brother, Harlan Hartner.

Daughter: Beverly and husband Norval Ralstin of Mullinville, KS

Daughter: Darlene and husband Harry Strader of Topeka, KS

Daughter-in-law: LaVonne Hartner of Clay Center, KS

Son-in-law: Milton Ericksen of Springfield, VA

13 Grandchildren, 33 Great-grandchildren and 30 Great-great-grandchildren

Funeral Services: 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, KS

Visitation: 4-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp; First Presbyterian Church Family Emergency Fund c/o the funeral home

Harold Frederick Hartner, 106 died November 22, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on November 8, 1916, in Dewitt, NE the son of Fred and Rose (Damkroger) Hartner.&nbsp; He was baptized in the Evangelical Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Fred and Rose moved back to Kansas when Harold was a year old along with his older brother Harlan. A few years later sister Pearl was adopted.&nbsp; They farmed in Exeter township in Clay County, where Harold farmed until his retirement.&nbsp; He married Floy Marie Davis on July 12, l939.&nbsp; They were blessed with 4 children.&nbsp; Beverly Floy (Hartner) Ralstin, Darlene Marie (Hartner) Strader, Ethel Rose (Hartner) Ericksen, and Forrest Harold Hartner.&nbsp; His wife Floy died June 21, l982.&nbsp; Harold remarried to Arleen Neef December 6, l983.&nbsp; Harold and Floy built a home in Clay Center in l960 where he lived until he and Arleen moved to the Presbyterian Manor in 2013.&nbsp; He was a long time member of the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Ethel Rose Ericksen; son, Forrest Hartner; sister, Pearl Oelschlager and brother, Harlan Hartner.Survivors:Daughter: Beverly and husband Norval Ralstin of Mullinville, KSDaughter: Darlene and husband Harry Strader of Topeka, KSDaughter-in-law: LaVonne Hartner of Clay Center, KSSon-in-law: Milton Ericksen of Springfield, VA13 Grandchildren, 33 Great-grandchildren and 30 Great-great-grandchildrenFuneral Services: 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at the First Presbyterian Church in Clay Center, KSMinister: Rev. Scott LingleBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: 4-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp; First Presbyterian Church Family Emergency Fund c/o the funeral home

Harold Frederick Hartner

John Wesley Willey III, Topeka, KS, left this world to join his beloved wife on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at the age of 84. He was born October 2nd, 1938 in Solomon, KS–the only child to John Wesley Willey Jr and Henrietta M Wolfe. A graduate of Solomon High School, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Arlene P Haymond of Salina, KS on June 5, 1960. They lived in Solomon for 31 years and together welcomed three children: a son, John Wesley Willey IV, and twin daughters, Linda and Brenda. In 1992, John and Arlene moved to Abilene, KS. Sadly, Arlene passed away on Dec 2, 2002 and John moved to Topeka, KS shortly after this, where he resided with Mary Wright. John began his lifelong career as a Civil Engineer with Wilson and Company Engineering and Architects, Salina, KS, at the age of 18. Notably, his first engineering assignment was the design and construction of I-70 at Abilene. Over the next 4 decades, he was involved in all major infrastructure improvements for the City of Abilene and was hired as Abilene’s City Engineer in 1989. He spent the next 12 years there before retiring in 2001. His most significant contribution was the construction of the first reverse osmosis municipal water treatment plant in the state of Kansas. He was thoroughly involved as a member of the free masons; serving as Secretary for 25 years at the local level and as a former officer of the Grand Lodge of Kansas. Attending the annual Solomon lodge picnic each June with his family was one event he perpetually looked forward to. He was a man of few words with a quiet, witty sense of humor. Incredibly wise and intelligent, he was the kind of person that when he spoke, everyone listened. Although he was quite stubborn and independent himself, he would drop everything to do anything for his loved ones. John and Arlene were their grandchildren’s greatest fans, cheering at every sporting or musical event they were able to attend and taking them on countless day-trip vacations including tours of Big Brutus, old steam engines, airplanes, and fishing. He was known as the grandpa who believed in donuts and Oreo cookies for breakfast and he always had some kind of candy or cookie to bring each time he visited. An avid NASCAR fan, John often enjoyed a nap with the race playing in the background. His love for his various dogs and cats throughout his life was apparent, and anyone who knew him will always picture him in his wardrobe staples—cowboy boots and sweaters year-round. John was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene. He leaves behind his son, John (Jason) Willey IV, Topeka, KS; Linda (Joe) Duntz, Manhattan, KS; Brenda (Mike)Yamamoto, Colorado Springs, CO; 5 Grandchildren: Dustin, Ashley, TJ, James, &amp; Andrew; and 6 Great Grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at Prairie Mound Cemetery, Solomon, on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Masonic Lodge.

John Wesley Willey III, Topeka, KS, left this world to join his beloved wife on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at the age of 84. He was born October 2nd, 1938 in Solomon, KS–the only child to John Wesley Willey Jr and Henrietta M Wolfe. A graduate of Solomon High School, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Arlene P Haymond of Salina, KS on June 5, 1960. They lived in Solomon for 31 years and together welcomed three children: a son, John Wesley Willey IV, and twin daughters, Linda and Brenda. In 1992, John and Arlene moved to Abilene, KS. Sadly, Arlene passed away on Dec 2, 2002 and John moved to Topeka, KS shortly after this, where he resided with Mary Wright. John began his lifelong career as a Civil Engineer with Wilson and Company Engineering and Architects, Salina, KS, at the age of 18. Notably, his first engineering assignment was the design and construction of I-70 at Abilene. Over the next 4 decades, he was involved in all major infrastructure improvements for the City of Abilene and was hired as Abilene’s City Engineer in 1989. He spent the next 12 years there before retiring in 2001. His most significant contribution was the construction of the first reverse osmosis municipal water treatment plant in the state of Kansas. He was thoroughly involved as a member of the free masons; serving as Secretary for 25 years at the local level and as a former officer of the Grand Lodge of Kansas. Attending the annual Solomon lodge picnic each June with his family was one event he perpetually looked forward to. He was a man of few words with a quiet, witty sense of humor. Incredibly wise and intelligent, he was the kind of person that when he spoke, everyone listened. Although he was quite stubborn and independent himself, he would drop everything to do anything for his loved ones. John and Arlene were their grandchildren’s greatest fans, cheering at every sporting or musical event they were able to attend and taking them on countless day-trip vacations including tours of Big Brutus, old steam engines, airplanes, and fishing. He was known as the grandpa who believed in donuts and Oreo cookies for breakfast and he always had some kind of candy or cookie to bring each time he visited. An avid NASCAR fan, John often enjoyed a nap with the race playing in the background. His love for his various dogs and cats throughout his life was apparent, and anyone who knew him will always picture him in his wardrobe staples—cowboy boots and sweaters year-round. John was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene. He leaves behind his son, John (Jason) Willey IV, Topeka, KS; Linda (Joe) Duntz, Manhattan, KS; Brenda (Mike)Yamamoto, Colorado Springs, CO; 5 Grandchildren: Dustin, Ashley, TJ, James, &amp; Andrew; and 6 Great Grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at Prairie Mound Cemetery, Solomon, on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Masonic Lodge.

John Wesley Willey III

George Hubert Zurmely, 93 of Chapman, Kansas passed away November 25, 2022. He was born September 25, 1929 in Detroit, Kansas to Lawrence Hubert and Alice Reba (Poor) Zurmely. George grew up in the Chapman area, attended the local schools and graduated from Dickinson County High School in Chapman. After graduating from high school he worked at the Union Pacific Railroad as a laborer. He later went on to serve in the United States Navy for three years. He was united in marriage to Alberta Belle Greenwood on March 4, 1955. She preceded him in death January 18, 2020. George worked for Ft. Riley Civil Services in the housing department and transportation.

 George is survived by his five daughters, Debora Kay Fowler; Frances Marie Baldwin; Katherine Elizabeth Zsoka; Susan Dianne Marten and Mary Ann Cairns and one son, George Dwight Zurmely. Seventeen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and two sisters, Cecilia and Frances.

 Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman with Fr. Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Chapman. Parish Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at the church at 5:00 p.m., with visitation to follow. The family suggests memorials be given to the Wounded Warrior Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411 Chapman, Kansas 67431.

George Hubert Zurmely, 93 of Chapman, Kansas passed away November 25, 2022. He was born September 25, 1929 in Detroit, Kansas to Lawrence Hubert and Alice Reba (Poor) Zurmely. George grew up in the Chapman area, attended the local schools and graduated from Dickinson County High School in Chapman. After graduating from high school he worked at the Union Pacific Railroad as a laborer. He later went on to serve in the United States Navy for three years. He was united in marriage to Alberta Belle Greenwood on March 4, 1955. She preceded him in death January 18, 2020. George worked for Ft. Riley Civil Services in the housing department and transportation. George is survived by his five daughters, Debora Kay Fowler; Frances Marie Baldwin; Katherine Elizabeth Zsoka; Susan Dianne Marten and Mary Ann Cairns and one son, George Dwight Zurmely. Seventeen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and two sisters, Cecilia and Frances. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman with Fr. Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Chapman. Parish Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at the church at 5:00 p.m., with visitation to follow. The family suggests memorials be given to the Wounded Warrior Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411 Chapman, Kansas 67431.

George Hubert Zurmely

Joyce LaVaun (Ruggles) Rein passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter, surrounded by family, on November 24, 2022, in Abilene, Kansas at the age of 87. She was born February 16, 1935, to William and Vera (Bittner) Ruggles in Great Bend, Kansas. She was orphaned at a young age and raised by her Uncle Carl and Aunt Alice Bittner. Joyce lived much of her childhood in Great Bend and Bazine, Kansas, graduating from Bazine High School in 1954. Shortly after graduation, on December 30, 1954, she married Valis Leon Rein. Most of their married life was spent in Abilene, Kansas. For over 30 years Joyce worked as a school cook for USD 435. They had five children: daughter, Vicki (Steve) Gieber; sons, Johnny Rein, Verlyn (Pamela) Rein, Ronald (Debbie) Rein, and Curtis (Sandy) Rein, all of Abilene.

She is survived by 4 children, 12 grandchildren; Tammy Stroda, Randy Stroda, Jakob Stroda, Rick Rein, Angela Carranza, Matt Rein, Brandon Rein, and Corinne Garrison, step-grandchildren; Nathan and Jacine Gieber, Tracey and Tabetha Copenhaver, 21 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Donna (Ruggles) Switzer, and two close cousins, Shirla Holmes, and Barbara Bedwell.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Valis; son, Johnny Rein; and granddaughter, Erika Rein-Mills.

Joyce was spunky, witty, adventuresome, strong-willed, accepting, and filled with beauty and grace. She was a master of reusing, repurposing, and pinching pennies, such as, plastic bread bags for overshoes, zip-lock baggies washed and reused (many times), and no more than 3 inches of water in the bathtub on bath night. An accomplished seamstress, she made most of her children’s clothes. Joyce could climb trees, ride bikes, run races, roller skate, turn cartwheels, hula-hoop, swing a bat as well as a hammer. She loved to sing and dance and was a girl scout and cub scout leader, a carpenter, and master cook and cleaner. She had a special love for all her grandchildren and would do anything for them, including babysitting, chauffeuring, and spoiling with them with their favorite treats. Her children were blessed with a “Super Mom” …there was nothing she could not do!! But most of all, for her family, she was unconditional love…she was home.

A celebration of life will be held Friday, December 2, 2022, 1:00 p.m. at Community Bible Church, 1400 N. Cedar, Abilene, KS, with interment at the Abilene Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 1, 2022, between 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, KS. In lieu of flowers, her family requests memorials be donated to the Abilene Senior Center, where Joyce enjoyed friendship and fellowship for many years. Contributions may be left at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joyce LaVaun (Ruggles) Rein passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter, surrounded by family, on November 24, 2022, in Abilene, Kansas at the age of 87. She was born February 16, 1935, to William and Vera (Bittner) Ruggles in Great Bend, Kansas. She was orphaned at a young age and raised by her Uncle Carl and Aunt Alice Bittner. Joyce lived much of her childhood in Great Bend and Bazine, Kansas, graduating from Bazine High School in 1954. Shortly after graduation, on December 30, 1954, she married Valis Leon Rein. Most of their married life was spent in Abilene, Kansas. For over 30 years Joyce worked as a school cook for USD 435. They had five children: daughter, Vicki (Steve) Gieber; sons, Johnny Rein, Verlyn (Pamela) Rein, Ronald (Debbie) Rein, and Curtis (Sandy) Rein, all of Abilene. She is survived by 4 children, 12 grandchildren; Tammy Stroda, Randy Stroda, Jakob Stroda, Rick Rein, Angela Carranza, Matt Rein, Brandon Rein, and Corinne Garrison, step-grandchildren; Nathan and Jacine Gieber, Tracey and Tabetha Copenhaver, 21 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Donna (Ruggles) Switzer, and two close cousins, Shirla Holmes, and Barbara Bedwell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Valis; son, Johnny Rein; and granddaughter, Erika Rein-Mills. Joyce was spunky, witty, adventuresome, strong-willed, accepting, and filled with beauty and grace. She was a master of reusing, repurposing, and pinching pennies, such as, plastic bread bags for overshoes, zip-lock baggies washed and reused (many times), and no more than 3 inches of water in the bathtub on bath night. An accomplished seamstress, she made most of her children’s clothes. Joyce could climb trees, ride bikes, run races, roller skate, turn cartwheels, hula-hoop, swing a bat as well as a hammer. She loved to sing and dance and was a girl scout and cub scout leader, a carpenter, and master cook and cleaner. She had a special love for all her grandchildren and would do anything for them, including babysitting, chauffeuring, and spoiling with them with their favorite treats. Her children were blessed with a “Super Mom” …there was nothing she could not do!! But most of all, for her family, she was unconditional love…she was home. A celebration of life will be held Friday, December 2, 2022, 1:00 p.m. at Community Bible Church, 1400 N. Cedar, Abilene, KS, with interment at the Abilene Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 1, 2022, between 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd Street, Abilene, KS. In lieu of flowers, her family requests memorials be donated to the Abilene Senior Center, where Joyce enjoyed friendship and fellowship for many years. Contributions may be left at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joyce LaVaun (Ruggles) Rein

Evelyn Y. Richardson, age 91, died November 23, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.

She was born December 11, 1930, in the Council Grove Hospital in Council Grove, Kansas, the daughter of Jim and Edna (Albin) Veal. Evelyn spent her ‘growing up years’ in Morris County.

She was a junior in high school at Wilsey, Kansas when she met her future husband Jug, after he returned from World War II. She was married to William “Jug” Richardson, Jr. on September 2, 1950, in Wilsey, KS. They lived in Wilsey until moving to Manhattan in 2005. He preceded her in death on December 31, 2021, after 71 years of marriage.

After graduating Wilsey high school, she attended Emporia State Teachers college receiving her BS and Master’s Degree in Education. Evelyn retired after teaching 30 years in Morris County, in Wilsey Grade School.

Her hobbies were grandchildren, baking pies, gardening, flowers and thrift shops.

They wintered in South Padre Island, TX and Southern California after retiring.

She was a member of the Wilsey Christian Church and Eastern Star.

Survivors include her three daughters: Diane Haddock of Denver, Colorado, Denise Klimek and her husband Ed of Manhattan, and Pam Smith and her husband Gary of Wilsey, KS; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and one sister Marjorie Gose of Wichita, KS.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her sister Neva Parks.

Cremation is planned with a Celebration of her life to be held at a later date.

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

Evelyn Y. Richardson, age 91, died November 23, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.She was born December 11, 1930, in the Council Grove Hospital in Council Grove, Kansas, the daughter of Jim and Edna (Albin) Veal. Evelyn spent her ‘growing up years’ in Morris County.She was a junior in high school at Wilsey, Kansas when she met her future husband Jug, after he returned from World War II. She was married to William “Jug” Richardson, Jr. on September 2, 1950, in Wilsey, KS. They lived in Wilsey until moving to Manhattan in 2005. He preceded her in death on December 31, 2021, after 71 years of marriage.After graduating Wilsey high school, she attended Emporia State Teachers college receiving her BS and Master’s Degree in Education. Evelyn retired after teaching 30 years in Morris County, in Wilsey Grade School.Her hobbies were grandchildren, baking pies, gardening, flowers and thrift shops.They wintered in South Padre Island, TX and Southern California after retiring.She was a member of the Wilsey Christian Church and Eastern Star.Survivors include her three daughters: Diane Haddock of Denver, Colorado, Denise Klimek and her husband Ed of Manhattan, and Pam Smith and her husband Gary of Wilsey, KS; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and one sister Marjorie Gose of Wichita, KS.Evelyn was preceded in death by her sister Neva Parks.Cremation is planned with a Celebration of her life to be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the Wilsey Christian Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Evelyn Y. Richardson

William Hale Ogden of Zeandale, Kansas, passed away on November 21, 2022 at the Wellsprings of Westmoreland Assisted Living Care Center in Westmoreland, Kansas at the age of 102 years.

Mr. Ogden was born on October 18, 1920 to George Richard and Lottie Pearl Ogden on the family farm near DeKalb, Missouri.

Mr. Ogden started his adult life working in various grocery stores in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Theses endeavors ended with his military service in World War II, as he served in the United States Navy until the end of the War. After his military service, he again returned to the grocery industry, managing stores in Marceline and Chillicothe, Missouri, before owning and operating the Hy-Klas grocery store in Westmoreland, Kansas. After retirement he worked for the Suds Y’r Duds Laundry in Manhattan, until he retired at the age of 99.

Mr. Ogden is survived by his sons, Richard Ogden and his wife Mary Ellen, of Liberty, Missouri, William Earl Ogden, of Zeandale, Kansas, his daughter Linda Gottschalk and her husband Bob, of Benicia, California; grandchildren: Richard Ogden Jr., Mary Lea Hawthorne, William J. Ogden, Joshua Ogden, Michelle Blevins, Tyler Gottschalk, Kristin King, Nancy Ragan, Kathy Hallam, Julie Ogden, and several great and great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Mae Ogden, his parents, his brother Richard Russell, his infant sister Dorothy, and step-son Edward Gene Ogden.

Mr. Ogden was a faithful member of the Zeandale Community Church. He enjoyed dancing in the Lone Wranglers Dance Club for many years, Blue Grass music, traveling, and socializing with people.

His family will deeply miss his kindness and presence in their lives.

Funeral services for Mr. Ogden will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday November 30, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, with the Rev. Dr. Wes Paddock officiating.

William Hale Ogden of Zeandale, Kansas, passed away on November 21, 2022 at the Wellsprings of Westmoreland Assisted Living Care Center in Westmoreland, Kansas at the age of 102 years. Mr. Ogden was born on October 18, 1920 to George Richard and Lottie Pearl Ogden on the family farm near DeKalb, Missouri.Mr. Ogden started his adult life working in various grocery stores in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Theses endeavors ended with his military service in World War II, as he served in the United States Navy until the end of the War. After his military service, he again returned to the grocery industry, managing stores in Marceline and Chillicothe, Missouri, before owning and operating the Hy-Klas grocery store in Westmoreland, Kansas. After retirement he worked for the Suds Y’r Duds Laundry in Manhattan, until he retired at the age of 99.Mr. Ogden is survived by his sons, Richard Ogden and his wife Mary Ellen, of Liberty, Missouri, William Earl Ogden, of Zeandale, Kansas, his daughter Linda Gottschalk and her husband Bob, of Benicia, California; grandchildren: Richard Ogden Jr., Mary Lea Hawthorne, William J. Ogden, Joshua Ogden, Michelle Blevins, Tyler Gottschalk, Kristin King, Nancy Ragan, Kathy Hallam, Julie Ogden, and several great and great-great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Mae Ogden, his parents, his brother Richard Russell, his infant sister Dorothy, and step-son Edward Gene Ogden.Mr. Ogden was a faithful member of the Zeandale Community Church. He enjoyed dancing in the Lone Wranglers Dance Club for many years, Blue Grass music, traveling, and socializing with people.His family will deeply miss his kindness and presence in their lives.Funeral services for Mr. Ogden will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday November 30, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, with the Rev. Dr. Wes Paddock officiating.Graveside services with military honors will be held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday November 30, 2022 at the St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Joseph, Missouri.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Zeandale Community Church in Manhattan. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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