Gary N. Connellis, 81, of Clay Center, died Thursday, October 6, 2022 at his residence.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Clay County Public Transportation Program and can be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of the&nbsp; Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay&nbsp; &nbsp;Center, KS.

Gary N. Connellis, 81, of Clay Center, died Thursday, October 6, 2022 at his residence.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Clay County Public Transportation Program and can be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of the&nbsp; Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay&nbsp; &nbsp;Center, KS.

Gary N. Connellis

Kenneth R. Pyke, 93 of Abilene passed away Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born September 11, 1929 in Abilene, Kansas, the son of Roy W. and Ruth K. (Gish) Pyke. Kenny grew up in Abilene, attended the Abilene school districts and graduated from Abilene High School. On October 28, 1951, he was united in marriage to Carole L. Allison in Wichita, Kansas. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1951, serving two years in the 11th Airborne stationed in Ft. Campbell. He was the manager at A&amp;P Grocery and later worked as an assistant team leader at Duckwalls. He was a member of the Abilene First Christian Church in Abilene, and was a member of the Eisenhower Foundation and the Dickinson County Historical Society.

 Kenny is survived by two daughters-in-law: Dianne (Wood) Pyke of Springfield, Missouri and Kathleen (Newlin) Pyke of Hays, Kansas. Grandchildren: Amanda (Pyke) Brantley (Stuart); Christopher Pyke; and Scott Pyke. Great-Grandchildren: Cobie, Coltin, and Ryker Pyke. One sister-in-law, Barbara Pyke and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Carole, two sons, Thomas Pyke and Dale Pyke and a brother, Ralph Pyke.

 Funeral services for Kenny will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at the Abilene First Christian Church with Pastor Jason Kohler officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery, rural Abilene. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home of Abilene.

 The family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene First Christian Church or to the Eisenhower Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com

Kenneth R. Pyke, 93 of Abilene passed away Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. He was born September 11, 1929 in Abilene, Kansas, the son of Roy W. and Ruth K. (Gish) Pyke. Kenny grew up in Abilene, attended the Abilene school districts and graduated from Abilene High School. On October 28, 1951, he was united in marriage to Carole L. Allison in Wichita, Kansas. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1951, serving two years in the 11th Airborne stationed in Ft. Campbell. He was the manager at A&amp;P Grocery and later worked as an assistant team leader at Duckwalls. He was a member of the Abilene First Christian Church in Abilene, and was a member of the Eisenhower Foundation and the Dickinson County Historical Society. Kenny is survived by two daughters-in-law: Dianne (Wood) Pyke of Springfield, Missouri and Kathleen (Newlin) Pyke of Hays, Kansas. Grandchildren: Amanda (Pyke) Brantley (Stuart); Christopher Pyke; and Scott Pyke. Great-Grandchildren: Cobie, Coltin, and Ryker Pyke. One sister-in-law, Barbara Pyke and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Carole, two sons, Thomas Pyke and Dale Pyke and a brother, Ralph Pyke. Funeral services for Kenny will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at the Abilene First Christian Church with Pastor Jason Kohler officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery, rural Abilene. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home of Abilene. The family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene First Christian Church or to the Eisenhower Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com

Kenneth R. Pyke

Wilberta Hulett, 85, of Saint George, KS, formerly from Humansville, MO, passed away October 11, 2022 at Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan, KS after a short illness.

On December 20, 1936 Claude and Martha (Ballard) Paul welcome into this world Wilberta Jane. Along with her big Sister Maggie Belle, they were the apples of their parents’ eyes. Even though there was a 10-year difference between the two sisters, they were extremely close and each other’s best friend until Maggie’s death.

In 1952 a tall lanky guy caught Wilberta’s eyes and she caught his eyes as well. The courtship began and the couple soon were almost inseparable. On July 31, 1954 Wilberta and Roy Hulett were married and the love affair continued for more than 61 years, until Roy’s passing in 2016. Although, Wilberta enjoyed her remaining years, her heart longed to be reunited with Roy Dee.

Wilberta happily followed Roy wherever she could while he served in the United States Army. While they explored the world the filled their home with four children, Ronda, Flora, Roy, Jr. and Jimmy. Raising her family was her priority during those years. Sharing her talents by making uniforms, flags, banners and other sport related items.

Wilberta wasn’t a soccer Mom, she was a Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Football, Scout, 4-H, Rodeo, Horse Shows, Saddle Club and Farm Mom. She also spent time volunteering at the children’s schools. Wilberta’s family was her pride and joy.

While Roy Dee served in Korea and Vietnam, Wilberta kept the home fires burning teaching their children about Faith. Teaching them to pray for their Daddy every night. Showing them the same sun and moon they saw was the same lights to guide their Daddy.

After Roy’s retirement from the Army, they returned home to Humansville, Missouri where they would live together until Roy Dee’s death.

While in Humansville, Wilberta worked as a Certified Med Tech at Big Springs Nursing Home for over 30 years.

Wilberta is survived by her children Ronda Lean, Collins MO, Flora Beckman, Clinton MO, Roy Jr. (Irma), Saint George KS, Jimmy (Angela) Omaha NE; brother-in-law Rex (Wanita) Hulett, Milford KS, sister-in-laws Catherine (Bill) Garrison, Springfield MO, Judy (Paul) Bissing, Seguin TX; her 12 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Wilberta was preceded in death by her parents, Husband, son-in-law Larry Lean, sister Maggie (Floyd) Kelly, sisters-in-law Peggy, Waneta, Tudy and Gayle, brothers-in-law Elsworth, Vic and Paul.

In lieu of flowers the family asks you consider donating to Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Wilberta’s honor.

Graveside service will be held 1:00 pm Saturday, October 22, 2022 at Humansville Cemetery, Humansville MO.

Wilberta Hulett, 85, of Saint George, KS, formerly from Humansville, MO, passed away October 11, 2022 at Ascension Via Christi in Manhattan, KS after a short illness.On December 20, 1936 Claude and Martha (Ballard) Paul welcome into this world Wilberta Jane. Along with her big Sister Maggie Belle, they were the apples of their parents’ eyes. Even though there was a 10-year difference between the two sisters, they were extremely close and each other’s best friend until Maggie’s death.In 1952 a tall lanky guy caught Wilberta’s eyes and she caught his eyes as well. The courtship began and the couple soon were almost inseparable. On July 31, 1954 Wilberta and Roy Hulett were married and the love affair continued for more than 61 years, until Roy’s passing in 2016. Although, Wilberta enjoyed her remaining years, her heart longed to be reunited with Roy Dee.Wilberta happily followed Roy wherever she could while he served in the United States Army. While they explored the world the filled their home with four children, Ronda, Flora, Roy, Jr. and Jimmy. Raising her family was her priority during those years. Sharing her talents by making uniforms, flags, banners and other sport related items.Wilberta wasn’t a soccer Mom, she was a Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Football, Scout, 4-H, Rodeo, Horse Shows, Saddle Club and Farm Mom. She also spent time volunteering at the children’s schools. Wilberta’s family was her pride and joy.While Roy Dee served in Korea and Vietnam, Wilberta kept the home fires burning teaching their children about Faith. Teaching them to pray for their Daddy every night. Showing them the same sun and moon they saw was the same lights to guide their Daddy.After Roy’s retirement from the Army, they returned home to Humansville, Missouri where they would live together until Roy Dee’s death.While in Humansville, Wilberta worked as a Certified Med Tech at Big Springs Nursing Home for over 30 years.Wilberta is survived by her children Ronda Lean, Collins MO, Flora Beckman, Clinton MO, Roy Jr. (Irma), Saint George KS, Jimmy (Angela) Omaha NE; brother-in-law Rex (Wanita) Hulett, Milford KS, sister-in-laws Catherine (Bill) Garrison, Springfield MO, Judy (Paul) Bissing, Seguin TX; her 12 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.Wilberta was preceded in death by her parents, Husband, son-in-law Larry Lean, sister Maggie (Floyd) Kelly, sisters-in-law Peggy, Waneta, Tudy and Gayle, brothers-in-law Elsworth, Vic and Paul.In lieu of flowers the family asks you consider donating to Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Wilberta’s honor.Graveside service will be held 1:00 pm Saturday, October 22, 2022 at Humansville Cemetery, Humansville MO.

Wilberta Hulett

Jane Ann (Stratton) Runyan, age 88, of Grinnell, Iowa died Monday evening, October 10, 2022, at Meadowlark Hills, in Manhattan, Kansas with her family by her bedside.

Jane was raised and grew up on a farm in Maxwell, Iowa where she met her lifelong friends Roberta and Paul Viers. She attended K-12 in Maxwell, graduating from Maxwell High School in 1952. After graduating from High School, Jane attended the Iowa State Teachers College (UNI) in Cedar Falls. Following her sophomore year Jane met and married John Avery Runyan from Collins, Iowa on October 2, 1954.

Jane worked for WHO-Radio/TV to support her husband through college at Drake University. She dedicated herself to raising her young family, while supporting her husband as his career was being established. Together they moved multiple times beginning in Des Moines, Iowa (1955), Gary/Valparaiso, IN (1956 to 1963), Pittsburgh, PA (1964 to 1967), Detroit, MI (1968 to 1969), Anniston, AL (1969 to 1972), Morgantown, WV (1972 to 1974), Montreal Quebec (1974 to 1976), and then finally settling in Grinnell, Iowa (1976).

Jane is survived by her six children: Rhonda Hudson, Grinnell, Iowa; Robin Runyan (Carol), Pennsauken, New Jersey; Ryan Runyan (Sharon), Manhattan, KS; Roberta Moore (Scott) Dallas, Georgia; Paul Runyan (Kathy) Webster City, Iowa; and Rachele Pang (Davin), Gilbert, Arizona. Jane’s youngest sister, Mary Lou Dahms, of Traer, Iowa; her 17 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her best friend Roberta Viers, son in law Marc Hudson, her brother Paul, sister Lois Seebach and brother-in-laws, Loren Seebach and Richard ‘Dick’ Dahms, and her granddaughter, Metta Runyan.

Jane worked for GTE in Grinnell, Iowa for over 19 years and retiring from the company in 1990. Following her retirement from GTE, Jane spent the next 20 years as a Sorority/Fraternity house mom at Kansas State University, Iowa State University - University of Iowa and Arizona State. During her summer breaks she enjoyed traveling to visit her children. She loved the young students she served as a “House Mother,” which also allowed her to live close to her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; Jane loved her grandchildren and took great pride planning tea parties for them, playing Pinochle, singing family songs she would write herself and dressing up in costumes for Halloween.

In 1996, Jane along with her best friend, Roberta Viers and daughter Roberta were security volunteers for the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia and was adopted by many of the USA Basketball players. We can’t stress this enough---Jane’s passion in life was her family and the love of her life were her 6 children, her 17 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Jane was a believer in Jesus Christ and was baptized in the United Methodist Church denomination.

The family will greet friends during a visitation on April 14, 2023 with a Memorial Service to be held on April 15, 2023, times will be announced at later date.

Memorial contributions in memory of Jane are suggested to the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter or the Maxwell Alumni. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan

Jane Ann (Stratton) Runyan, age 88, of Grinnell, Iowa died Monday evening, October 10, 2022, at Meadowlark Hills, in Manhattan, Kansas with her family by her bedside.Jane was raised and grew up on a farm in Maxwell, Iowa where she met her lifelong friends Roberta and Paul Viers. She attended K-12 in Maxwell, graduating from Maxwell High School in 1952. After graduating from High School, Jane attended the Iowa State Teachers College (UNI) in Cedar Falls. Following her sophomore year Jane met and married John Avery Runyan from Collins, Iowa on October 2, 1954.Jane worked for WHO-Radio/TV to support her husband through college at Drake University. She dedicated herself to raising her young family, while supporting her husband as his career was being established. Together they moved multiple times beginning in Des Moines, Iowa (1955), Gary/Valparaiso, IN (1956 to 1963), Pittsburgh, PA (1964 to 1967), Detroit, MI (1968 to 1969), Anniston, AL (1969 to 1972), Morgantown, WV (1972 to 1974), Montreal Quebec (1974 to 1976), and then finally settling in Grinnell, Iowa (1976).Jane is survived by her six children: Rhonda Hudson, Grinnell, Iowa; Robin Runyan (Carol), Pennsauken, New Jersey; Ryan Runyan (Sharon), Manhattan, KS; Roberta Moore (Scott) Dallas, Georgia; Paul Runyan (Kathy) Webster City, Iowa; and Rachele Pang (Davin), Gilbert, Arizona. Jane’s youngest sister, Mary Lou Dahms, of Traer, Iowa; her 17 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, her best friend Roberta Viers, son in law Marc Hudson, her brother Paul, sister Lois Seebach and brother-in-laws, Loren Seebach and Richard ‘Dick’ Dahms, and her granddaughter, Metta Runyan.Jane worked for GTE in Grinnell, Iowa for over 19 years and retiring from the company in 1990. Following her retirement from GTE, Jane spent the next 20 years as a Sorority/Fraternity house mom at Kansas State University, Iowa State University - University of Iowa and Arizona State. During her summer breaks she enjoyed traveling to visit her children. She loved the young students she served as a “House Mother,” which also allowed her to live close to her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; Jane loved her grandchildren and took great pride planning tea parties for them, playing Pinochle, singing family songs she would write herself and dressing up in costumes for Halloween.In 1996, Jane along with her best friend, Roberta Viers and daughter Roberta were security volunteers for the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia and was adopted by many of the USA Basketball players. We can’t stress this enough---Jane’s passion in life was her family and the love of her life were her 6 children, her 17 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Jane was a believer in Jesus Christ and was baptized in the United Methodist Church denomination.Grandma Janie was loved by her family.The family will greet friends during a visitation on April 14, 2023 with a Memorial Service to be held on April 15, 2023, times will be announced at later date.Memorial contributions in memory of Jane are suggested to the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter or the Maxwell Alumni. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan

Jane Ann (Stratton) Runyan

Shirley Mae Cummings, 81, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away Thursday morning, October 6, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.

She was born June 20, 1941, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Freeman E. and Nita M. (Stricklin) Biery. She lived most of her younger years in Manchester and Mankato, Kansas. After she graduated from Mankato High School she worked for Kansas State University until her retirement. She was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan.

She married Richard A. Cummings in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta on August 24, 1968. They had one daughter, Gloria M. Cummings. Richard predeceased her on July 24, 2021.

Shirley is survived by daughter Gloria of Manhattan, and her five siblings, Terry L. Biery, Bonnie F. Biery, Galen E. (Cheryl) Biery, Rick F. (Maureen) Biery, and Teresa E. (Cynthia) Biery, eight nieces and nephews, and many great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.

She will be remembered for her love of family and her desire to see and hear about them and all their activities.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Via Christi Village for the care and concern for Shirley’s comfort and well-being.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p .m. Thursday, October 20th, at Ascension Via Christi Village Chapel, 2800 Willow Grove Road, Manhattan, with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. Inurnment to follow in Sunrise Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ascension Via Christi Village for the Salon. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Shirley Mae Cummings, 81, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away Thursday morning, October 6, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Village in Manhattan.She was born June 20, 1941, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Freeman E. and Nita M. (Stricklin) Biery. She lived most of her younger years in Manchester and Mankato, Kansas. After she graduated from Mankato High School she worked for Kansas State University until her retirement. She was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan.She married Richard A. Cummings in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta on August 24, 1968. They had one daughter, Gloria M. Cummings. Richard predeceased her on July 24, 2021.Shirley is survived by daughter Gloria of Manhattan, and her five siblings, Terry L. Biery, Bonnie F. Biery, Galen E. (Cheryl) Biery, Rick F. (Maureen) Biery, and Teresa E. (Cynthia) Biery, eight nieces and nephews, and many great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.She will be remembered for her love of family and her desire to see and hear about them and all their activities.The family wishes to thank the staff of Via Christi Village for the care and concern for Shirley’s comfort and well-being.Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p .m. Thursday, October 20th, at Ascension Via Christi Village Chapel, 2800 Willow Grove Road, Manhattan, with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. Inurnment to follow in Sunrise Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Ascension Via Christi Village for the Salon. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Shirley Mae Cummings

Ella Mae Kimmal, 82, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday (September 16, 2022) at her home surrounded by her family under the care of St. Croix Hospice.&nbsp; She went to be in her Heavenly Home and joined her husband, Richard, who passed away on September 11, 2022.

Born October 13, 1939 in Aurora, Kansas, Ella Mae was the daughter of Octave and Etta (Chaput) Istas.

Ella Mae was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church and the St. Bernard Guild.&nbsp; She was an accomplished seamstress, quilter, and cook and enjoyed teaching these skills to many people over the years.&nbsp; A strong faith, positive outlook on life, and sense of humor made Ella Mae a blessing to be around and she was the happiest when giving of herself and helping others in need.&nbsp; She cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was employed as a bookkeeper for Kaw Valley State Bank for many years until her retirement.

Ella Mae married her high school sweetheart, Richard L. Kimmal on November 16, 1957, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Concordia, KS. He preceded her in death on September 11, 2022. They enjoyed nearly 65 years of marriage and shared their love with three children, Cindy Bisnette (Tim) of Wamego, KS, Jerry Kimmal of Concordia, KS, and Kathy Wagoner (Paul) of Wamego, KS. Ella enjoyed being a grandmother to Jamie Swanson (Erik), Sam Bisnette (Magda), Adam Bisnette (Shanna), Jenna Barlow (Scott), and Megan Kugler (Jake) as well as to her twelve great-grandchildren, Keegan, Ameliah, and Emery Swanson, Isaac, Elijah, and Caleb Bisnette, Brenn, Blake and Trey Barlow, and Jax, Kate and Ava Kugler. She is also survived by her sister, Theresa Peltier (Jim) of Concordia, KS and many nieces and nephews.

Ella Mae was preceded in death by her parents; and thirteen siblings, Eldon, Art, Verle, Pat, Buck, Bill, Neoma, Clara, Marceline, Pauline, Marie, Gladys and Melvin.

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

A Memorial Mass for Richard and Ella Mae will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday (October 22, 2022) at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Wamego.&nbsp; They will be inurned together at St. Bernard’s Cemetery.

A Memorial visitation will be Friday evening (October 21, 2022) from 5:00 to 7:00 at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Croix Hospice, Life Choice Ministries or the Wamego Public Library, and may be left in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.

Ella Mae Kimmal, 82, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday (September 16, 2022) at her home surrounded by her family under the care of St. Croix Hospice.&nbsp; She went to be in her Heavenly Home and joined her husband, Richard, who passed away on September 11, 2022.Born October 13, 1939 in Aurora, Kansas, Ella Mae was the daughter of Octave and Etta (Chaput) Istas.Ella Mae was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church and the St. Bernard Guild.&nbsp; She was an accomplished seamstress, quilter, and cook and enjoyed teaching these skills to many people over the years.&nbsp; A strong faith, positive outlook on life, and sense of humor made Ella Mae a blessing to be around and she was the happiest when giving of herself and helping others in need.&nbsp; She cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.She was employed as a bookkeeper for Kaw Valley State Bank for many years until her retirement.Ella Mae married her high school sweetheart, Richard L. Kimmal on November 16, 1957, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Concordia, KS. He preceded her in death on September 11, 2022. They enjoyed nearly 65 years of marriage and shared their love with three children, Cindy Bisnette (Tim) of Wamego, KS, Jerry Kimmal of Concordia, KS, and Kathy Wagoner (Paul) of Wamego, KS. Ella enjoyed being a grandmother to Jamie Swanson (Erik), Sam Bisnette (Magda), Adam Bisnette (Shanna), Jenna Barlow (Scott), and Megan Kugler (Jake) as well as to her twelve great-grandchildren, Keegan, Ameliah, and Emery Swanson, Isaac, Elijah, and Caleb Bisnette, Brenn, Blake and Trey Barlow, and Jax, Kate and Ava Kugler. She is also survived by her sister, Theresa Peltier (Jim) of Concordia, KS and many nieces and nephews.Ella Mae was preceded in death by her parents; and thirteen siblings, Eldon, Art, Verle, Pat, Buck, Bill, Neoma, Clara, Marceline, Pauline, Marie, Gladys and Melvin.Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.A Memorial Mass for Richard and Ella Mae will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday (October 22, 2022) at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Wamego.&nbsp; They will be inurned together at St. Bernard’s Cemetery.A Memorial visitation will be Friday evening (October 21, 2022) from 5:00 to 7:00 at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Croix Hospice, Life Choice Ministries or the Wamego Public Library, and may be left in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547.

Ella Mae Kimmal

Irene Elizabeth Provencher, 70, of Milford, Kansas, passed away after a long, hard fought illness on Friday (October 14, 2022) at Good Samaritan Society (Valley Vista) in Wamego, Kansas.

Born December 16, 1951, in Romford, England, Irene was the daughter of Jorgen Scheuer and Phyllis Elsie (Savage) Rasmussen. Irene married Lee Provencher on December 27, 1976, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Irene was an avid antique collector, yard sale bargainer and was passionate about interior design&nbsp;and decorating. She made everything in the home beautiful for her beloved family. Irene was known for her quirky sense of humor, free spirited approach to life and love of Shih Tzu dogs.

Irene worked many years in the restaurant business as an owner/operator and as a diamond consultant in the retail jewelry industry.

&nbsp;Irene was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband Lee Provencher, children: Rachel Meltzer (Larry); Matthew Provencher (Theresa) and grandchildren: Ryan, Max, Sam, Rosie and Sophia.

remation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

A “Celebration of Life” event will be scheduled by invitation.

Memorial contributions are requested in lieu of flowers to Purple Power Animal Welfare Society in Manhattan Kansas:

Irene Elizabeth Provencher, 70, of Milford, Kansas, passed away after a long, hard fought illness on Friday (October 14, 2022) at Good Samaritan Society (Valley Vista) in Wamego, Kansas. Born December 16, 1951, in Romford, England, Irene was the daughter of Jorgen Scheuer and Phyllis Elsie (Savage) Rasmussen. Irene married Lee Provencher on December 27, 1976, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. &nbsp; &nbsp;Irene was an avid antique collector, yard sale bargainer and was passionate about interior design&nbsp;and decorating. She made everything in the home beautiful for her beloved family. Irene was known for her quirky sense of humor, free spirited approach to life and love of Shih Tzu dogs.Irene worked many years in the restaurant business as an owner/operator and as a diamond consultant in the retail jewelry industry.&nbsp;Irene was preceded in death by her parents.She is survived by her husband Lee Provencher, children: Rachel Meltzer (Larry); Matthew Provencher (Theresa) and grandchildren: Ryan, Max, Sam, Rosie and Sophia.remation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.A “Celebration of Life” event will be scheduled by invitation.Memorial contributions are requested in lieu of flowers to Purple Power Animal Welfare Society in Manhattan Kansas:

Irene Elizabeth Provencher

Ralph M. Bieker, of Hoxie, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 
2022, at the age of ninety at Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term 
Care. He was born in Grainfield, Kansas, to Ludwig and Ludwina (Munsch) 
Bieker on October 26, 1931. He grew up in Hoxie, Kansas and attended 
Sheridan Community High School graduating with the class of 1950. After 
graduating from high school, Ralph entered the United States Army. He 
served his country for two years working as office personnel at Fort 
Riley Army Base. Upon discharge from the Army Ralph returned to Hoxie, 
Kansas where he worked and lived for the rest of his life.

Ralph
 worked for Central Kansas Power Company, and then for Summerson 
Abstract Company as an abstractor until he retired in 1976. Ralph was a 
well-known photographer and took pictures for weddings, senior class 
pictures, and many other occasions. He also sold monuments for the Smith
 Monument Company. Ralph was a worker, but he also enjoyed playing golf 
and could often be found out on the golf course. He loved his family and
 enjoyed his many nieces and nephews. He was a faithful member of the 
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.

Ralph
 is survived by his brothers, Eugene Bieker and wife Pauletta of 
Oberlin, Kansas; Alexander Bieker and wife, Willetta of McCook, 
Nebraska; sisters, Eleanora Douglass of Afton, Oklahoma; Mary Kathern 
Sanders and Elizabeth Stillman of Hoxie, Kansas; sisters-in-law, 
Virginia Bieker, Arlene Bieker,  Sue Bieker; and many nieces, nephews, 
and friends.

He was preceded in death by parents, 
Ludwig, and Ludwina Bieker; brothers, Clarence, Anthony, Charles, and 
Harold; sisters, Louise Bryant, Viola Bieker, and Barbara Lynn Irwin.

A
 Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Tuesday, October 18, 2022, 
10:30 A.M., at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Visitation will 
be held Monday, October 17, 2022, from 1:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., with 
family receiving family and friends from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. The Vigil and Rosary Service
 will immediately follow visitation at 7:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. 


Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church or 
the Sheridan County Benefit Walk and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas. Words of comfort
 and caring may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

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 </figure>Ralph M. Bieker, of Hoxie, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 
2022, at the age of ninety at Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term 
Care. He was born in Grainfield, Kansas, to Ludwig and Ludwina (Munsch) 
Bieker on October 26, 1931. He grew up in Hoxie, Kansas and attended 
Sheridan Community High School graduating with the class of 1950. After 
graduating from high school, Ralph entered the United States Army. He 
served his country for two years working as office personnel at Fort 
Riley Army Base. Upon discharge from the Army Ralph returned to Hoxie, 
Kansas where he worked and lived for the rest of his life.Ralph
 worked for Central Kansas Power Company, and then for Summerson 
Abstract Company as an abstractor until he retired in 1976. Ralph was a 
well-known photographer and took pictures for weddings, senior class 
pictures, and many other occasions. He also sold monuments for the Smith
 Monument Company. Ralph was a worker, but he also enjoyed playing golf 
and could often be found out on the golf course. He loved his family and
 enjoyed his many nieces and nephews. He was a faithful member of the 
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.Ralph
 is survived by his brothers, Eugene Bieker and wife Pauletta of 
Oberlin, Kansas; Alexander Bieker and wife, Willetta of McCook, 
Nebraska; sisters, Eleanora Douglass of Afton, Oklahoma; Mary Kathern 
Sanders and Elizabeth Stillman of Hoxie, Kansas; sisters-in-law, 
Virginia Bieker, Arlene Bieker, Sue Bieker; and many nieces, nephews, 
and friends.He was preceded in death by parents, 
Ludwig, and Ludwina Bieker; brothers, Clarence, Anthony, Charles, and 
Harold; sisters, Louise Bryant, Viola Bieker, and Barbara Lynn Irwin.A
 Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Tuesday, October 18, 2022, 
10:30 A.M., at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Visitation will 
be held Monday, October 17, 2022, from 1:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., with 
family receiving family and friends from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. The Vigil and Rosary Service
 will immediately follow visitation at 7:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. 
Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church or 
the Sheridan County Benefit Walk and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas. Words of comfort
 and caring may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Ralph Martin Bieker

Evelyn Marie Werth, age 97, residing at
 The Piper, Kansas City, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in
 Kansas City.&nbsp; She was born August 2, 1925, to Adam B. and Susie G. 
(Adam) Garvert.&nbsp; She married Edwin W. Werth on Aug. 30, 1950, in 
Plainville, Kansas.

She was a member of the Schoenchen Altar Society and St. Joseph Church of Hays for many years.

Survivors include five daughters: Diane
 Hochman, Kansas City, KS; Marilyn Davis, Missoula, MT; Janet Allington,
 Topeka, KS; Carol Werth, Charlotte, NC; Donna Kunkel, Overland Park, 
KS; five sons: Dale, Springfield, VA; Keith, Modesto, CA; Russell, 
Junction City, KS; Ronald, Wichita, KS; Duane, Olathe, KS; a brother: 
Howard Garvert, Plainville, KS; one sister: Madlyn Rietcheck, Manhattan,
 KS; ten grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Edwin, daughters Joyce and Dorothy, and son Norman.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m.,
 Friday, October 21, 2022 at St. Anthony Church, Schoenchen, KS, with 
Fr. Curtis Carlson officiating. Burial will follow in the church 
cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Friends may come for visitation on 
Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Brock's-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601.

Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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 </figure>Evelyn Marie Werth, age 97, residing at
 The Piper, Kansas City, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in
 Kansas City.&nbsp; She was born August 2, 1925, to Adam B. and Susie G. 
(Adam) Garvert.&nbsp; She married Edwin W. Werth on Aug. 30, 1950, in 
Plainville, Kansas.She was a member of the Schoenchen Altar Society and St. Joseph Church of Hays for many years.Survivors include five daughters: Diane
 Hochman, Kansas City, KS; Marilyn Davis, Missoula, MT; Janet Allington,
 Topeka, KS; Carol Werth, Charlotte, NC; Donna Kunkel, Overland Park, 
KS; five sons: Dale, Springfield, VA; Keith, Modesto, CA; Russell, 
Junction City, KS; Ronald, Wichita, KS; Duane, Olathe, KS; a brother: 
Howard Garvert, Plainville, KS; one sister: Madlyn Rietcheck, Manhattan,
 KS; ten grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband Edwin, daughters Joyce and Dorothy, and son Norman.Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m.,
 Friday, October 21, 2022 at St. Anthony Church, Schoenchen, KS, with 
Fr. Curtis Carlson officiating. Burial will follow in the church 
cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may come for visitation on 
Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Brock's-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601.Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Evelyn Marie Werth

Roland Eugene Nuss, 77, of Hutchinson, died October 12, 2022, at his 
home. He was born June 29, 1945, in St. Joseph, MO, to Roland B. and 
Henrietta L. (Gagelman) Nuss.

Roland graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963 and received his
 bachelors in Business from Fort Hays State University in 1967. Roland 
worked as a buyer for Dillons, supervisor for Kwik Shop, and in sales at
 Collins Bus and Cabinet Connections. He loved the mountains, his 
Tuesday morning coffee group, Tuesday night tennis group, watching 
sports of all kinds – especially K-State and Salthawk sports - with 
Rita, and spending time with his family most of all. Roland was a 
long-time devoted member of Eastwood Church of Christ where he had 
served as a deacon.

On June 5, 1971, Roland married Rita K. Woods, in Dodge City. She survives.

Also surviving are: his daughters, Melissa Thorne (Gavin) of Windsor,
 CO, Jennifer Farr (Jamie) of Junction City; and grandchildren, Grady 
and Kinley Thorne and Mason and Colin Farr.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2022, at Eastwood
 Church of Christ, 2500 N. Plum St., Hutchinson, with ministers Wayne 
DeWindt and Jimie-Wray Mead officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to
 5 p.m. Saturday and 1-8 p.m., with the family present to receive 
friends from 2-4 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Cremation will follow with a private family scattering in his beloved mountains at a later date.

Memorials may be made in Roland’s name to Michael J. Fox Foundation 
for Parkinson’s Research, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Roland Eugene Nuss, 77, of Hutchinson, died October 12, 2022, at his 
home. He was born June 29, 1945, in St. Joseph, MO, to Roland B. and 
Henrietta L. (Gagelman) Nuss.Roland graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963 and received his
 bachelors in Business from Fort Hays State University in 1967. Roland 
worked as a buyer for Dillons, supervisor for Kwik Shop, and in sales at
 Collins Bus and Cabinet Connections. He loved the mountains, his 
Tuesday morning coffee group, Tuesday night tennis group, watching 
sports of all kinds – especially K-State and Salthawk sports - with 
Rita, and spending time with his family most of all. Roland was a 
long-time devoted member of Eastwood Church of Christ where he had 
served as a deacon.On June 5, 1971, Roland married Rita K. Woods, in Dodge City. She survives.Also surviving are: his daughters, Melissa Thorne (Gavin) of Windsor,
 CO, Jennifer Farr (Jamie) of Junction City; and grandchildren, Grady 
and Kinley Thorne and Mason and Colin Farr.He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2022, at Eastwood
 Church of Christ, 2500 N. Plum St., Hutchinson, with ministers Wayne 
DeWindt and Jimie-Wray Mead officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to
 5 p.m. Saturday and 1-8 p.m., with the family present to receive 
friends from 2-4 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.Cremation will follow with a private family scattering in his beloved mountains at a later date.Memorials may be made in Roland’s name to Michael J. Fox Foundation 
for Parkinson’s Research, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Roland Eugene Nuss

Chase Garrett Ehlers, the son of Ted and Marcia (Dunn) Ehlers, was 
born on June 12, 1996 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He passed away on October 10,
 2022 at Manhattan, Kansas at the age of 26 years, 3 months, 28 days.

Chase was baptized in the Webber United Methodist Church. 
Growing up, Chase attended many schools including Mt. View Elementary in
 Mt. View, Hawaii; North Polk Elementary School in Fort Polk, Louisiana;
 Stowers Elementary in Fort Benning, Georgia; Chapman Middle School in 
Chapman, Kansas and was a graduate of Lawrence/Nelson High School in 
Nelson, Nebraska. After graduating he attended the University of 
Nebraska for a time before enlisting in the United States Army on June 
22, 2015 earning the National Defense service medal and Army service 
Ribbon. Chase was honorably discharged on December 20, 2017 and 
continued his education at the Kansas State University where he 
presently was enrolled.

Throughout Chase’s life, he lived in the communities of Helemano,
 HI, Fort Benning, GA, Mountain View, HI, Fort Polk, LA, Chapman, KS, 
Nelson, NE, presently living in Manhattan, KS.

Chase was preceded in death by his grandparents Duane and Pat 
Ehlers. Survivors include his parents Ted and Marcia and his brother 
Nash all of Chapman, Kansas; grandparents Don and Ardythe Dunn of 
Deshler, Nebraska and Paul and Linda Hutchinson of Superior, Nebraska; 
Aunts and Uncles Melanie and Ryan Mikkelsen of Ruskin, Nebraska; Tanya 
and Brandon Lynch of Raymond, Nebraska; Michelle &amp; Greg Perkins of 
Reeds Spring, Missouri; Dawn and Larry Miller of Nelson, Nebraska; Brian
 and Sharon Soulek of Charlestown, Indiana; Devrie and Brian Hahn of 
Dallas, Texas; Ty and Michelle Ehlers of Norfolk, Virginia; John and 
Kathy Ehlers of Octavia, Nebraska; Dawn Griffith and Sally and John 
Kramar of Schuyler, Nebraska; numerous cousins, other relatives and a 
host of friends.

Services at: Nelson Community United Church of Christ, Nelson, Nebraska

Time of Service: Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 2:00 pm

Burial with Military Honors: Nelson Cemetery, Nelson, Nebraska

Visitation: From 4:00 pm-8:00 pm on Friday with the family present from 6-8 at the Klawitter-Price Funeral Home

Funeral Home: Klawitter-Price Funeral Home, 446 South Main St., Nelson, Nebraska 68961 Phone 402-225-3301

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 </figure>Chase Garrett Ehlers, the son of Ted and Marcia (Dunn) Ehlers, was 
born on June 12, 1996 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He passed away on October 10,
 2022 at Manhattan, Kansas at the age of 26 years, 3 months, 28 days.Chase was baptized in the Webber United Methodist Church. 
Growing up, Chase attended many schools including Mt. View Elementary in
 Mt. View, Hawaii; North Polk Elementary School in Fort Polk, Louisiana;
 Stowers Elementary in Fort Benning, Georgia; Chapman Middle School in 
Chapman, Kansas and was a graduate of Lawrence/Nelson High School in 
Nelson, Nebraska. After graduating he attended the University of 
Nebraska for a time before enlisting in the United States Army on June 
22, 2015 earning the National Defense service medal and Army service 
Ribbon. Chase was honorably discharged on December 20, 2017 and 
continued his education at the Kansas State University where he 
presently was enrolled.Throughout Chase’s life, he lived in the communities of Helemano,
 HI, Fort Benning, GA, Mountain View, HI, Fort Polk, LA, Chapman, KS, 
Nelson, NE, presently living in Manhattan, KS.Chase was preceded in death by his grandparents Duane and Pat 
Ehlers. Survivors include his parents Ted and Marcia and his brother 
Nash all of Chapman, Kansas; grandparents Don and Ardythe Dunn of 
Deshler, Nebraska and Paul and Linda Hutchinson of Superior, Nebraska; 
Aunts and Uncles Melanie and Ryan Mikkelsen of Ruskin, Nebraska; Tanya 
and Brandon Lynch of Raymond, Nebraska; Michelle &amp; Greg Perkins of 
Reeds Spring, Missouri; Dawn and Larry Miller of Nelson, Nebraska; Brian
 and Sharon Soulek of Charlestown, Indiana; Devrie and Brian Hahn of 
Dallas, Texas; Ty and Michelle Ehlers of Norfolk, Virginia; John and 
Kathy Ehlers of Octavia, Nebraska; Dawn Griffith and Sally and John 
Kramar of Schuyler, Nebraska; numerous cousins, other relatives and a 
host of friends.Services at: Nelson Community United Church of Christ, Nelson, NebraskaTime of Service: Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 2:00 pmClergy: Pastor Joyce &amp; Ivan DeanBurial with Military Honors: Nelson Cemetery, Nelson, NebraskaMemorials: in care of the familyVisitation: From 4:00 pm-8:00 pm on Friday with the family present from 6-8 at the Klawitter-Price Funeral HomeFuneral Home: Klawitter-Price Funeral Home, 446 South Main St., Nelson, Nebraska 68961 Phone 402-225-3301

Chase Garrett Ehlers

Jack Lloyd Mace, 77, of Hutchinson, died October 12, 2022, at Hospice
 House. He was born November 26, 1944, in Sterling, to Lloyd Valentine 
and Violet Sophia (Wibbeler) Mace.

Jack graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962. He then attended 
Bethel College, and Mennonite Biblical Seminary earning his master’s 
degree. Jack worked as a draftsman, photographer, and several 
construction companies. However, his favorite job was being a substitute
 teacher for local school districts.

Jack was an artist, he enjoyed making paintings, drawings, and 
woodwork. His biggest passion was helping people, especially those 
facing adversity. Jack helped start Interfaith Housing and Community 
Services, in Hutchinson, and with special education classes at 
Hutchinson High School. Jack never knew a stranger and was quite the 
jokester, he enjoyed cracking jokes with the staff caring for him during
 his final days.

Jack was a loving husband, father and a very active member of First Mennonite Church, in Hutchinson.

On June 14, 1964, he married the love of his life, Deanna Klaassen at Eden Mennonite Church, Moundridge.

Jack is survived by: his wife, Deanna Mace of Hutchinson; sons, 
Brandon Mace of Wichita, and Brian Mace of Arlington, TX; brothers, 
Eugene (Sally) Mace of Peoria, IL, and Glenn (Marilee) Mace of Sterling;
 sister, Wanda Hart of Norman, OK; and a sister-in-law, Andrea Mace of 
Junction City.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Naomi Phinney; brothers, Alvin Mace and his wife Martha, and Ron Mace. &nbsp;

Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 
First Mennonite Church, 52 Rambler Rd, Hutchinson, with Pastor, Tonya 
Wenger officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium. 
Family and friends are invited to a luncheon at the church after 
inurnment. Friends may sign his book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday 
through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Mennonite 
Church, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. 
Main, Hutchinson KS, 67501.

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 </figure>Jack Lloyd Mace, 77, of Hutchinson, died October 12, 2022, at Hospice
 House. He was born November 26, 1944, in Sterling, to Lloyd Valentine 
and Violet Sophia (Wibbeler) Mace.Jack graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962. He then attended 
Bethel College, and Mennonite Biblical Seminary earning his master’s 
degree. Jack worked as a draftsman, photographer, and several 
construction companies. However, his favorite job was being a substitute
 teacher for local school districts.Jack was an artist, he enjoyed making paintings, drawings, and 
woodwork. His biggest passion was helping people, especially those 
facing adversity. Jack helped start Interfaith Housing and Community 
Services, in Hutchinson, and with special education classes at 
Hutchinson High School. Jack never knew a stranger and was quite the 
jokester, he enjoyed cracking jokes with the staff caring for him during
 his final days.Jack was a loving husband, father and a very active member of First Mennonite Church, in Hutchinson.On June 14, 1964, he married the love of his life, Deanna Klaassen at Eden Mennonite Church, Moundridge.Jack is survived by: his wife, Deanna Mace of Hutchinson; sons, 
Brandon Mace of Wichita, and Brian Mace of Arlington, TX; brothers, 
Eugene (Sally) Mace of Peoria, IL, and Glenn (Marilee) Mace of Sterling;
 sister, Wanda Hart of Norman, OK; and a sister-in-law, Andrea Mace of 
Junction City.He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Naomi Phinney; brothers, Alvin Mace and his wife Martha, and Ron Mace. &nbsp;Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 
First Mennonite Church, 52 Rambler Rd, Hutchinson, with Pastor, Tonya 
Wenger officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium. 
Family and friends are invited to a luncheon at the church after 
inurnment. Friends may sign his book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday 
through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Mennonite 
Church, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. 
Main, Hutchinson KS, 67501.

Jack Lloyd Mace

Carolyn Sue “Nana” Knorr, age 72, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

She was born on February 3, 1950 in San Diego, California, the daughter of LaVonne Franklin and Mary Louise (Herrod) Bird.&nbsp; She was one of seven children.

She is survived by four daughters, Marlo Hoffman and husband Josh, Danyale Knorr, Lisa Bailey and husband Daniel, Mari Graham and husband Shannon; thirteen grandchildren, Boo Boo, Devin, Sissy, Hanny Banany, Bubby, Randi Pants, Timmer, Kelli bug, Lizard, Emmy Lou, Davey boy, Annie, and Brooky Bear; four great grandchildren and one sibling, Pamela Hernandez of Santee, California.

She worked in a variety of jobs throughout her life, but always enjoyed working and volunteering at the Leonardville Nursing Home.&nbsp; Her grandchildren were her life.&nbsp;Nana was a free spirit. She was an incredible storyteller with the gift of humor.&nbsp;Her creative side was displayed by her arts and crafts and drawings.&nbsp;Nana was authentic, a genuine human, a comedic hippie, a bona-fide gladiator, and the matriarch of the pinky clan. PINKY!! The Nan, the myth, the legend!!

Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life to be held at 11:00 a.m. on November 19, 2022 at the Alert Covenant Church.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will be in the Leonardville City Cemetery.

In honor of Nana’s love for Jesus, a memorial fund is established for Alert Covenant Church.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Carolyn Sue “Nana” Knorr, age 72, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.She was born on February 3, 1950 in San Diego, California, the daughter of LaVonne Franklin and Mary Louise (Herrod) Bird.&nbsp; She was one of seven children.She is survived by four daughters, Marlo Hoffman and husband Josh, Danyale Knorr, Lisa Bailey and husband Daniel, Mari Graham and husband Shannon; thirteen grandchildren, Boo Boo, Devin, Sissy, Hanny Banany, Bubby, Randi Pants, Timmer, Kelli bug, Lizard, Emmy Lou, Davey boy, Annie, and Brooky Bear; four great grandchildren and one sibling, Pamela Hernandez of Santee, California.She worked in a variety of jobs throughout her life, but always enjoyed working and volunteering at the Leonardville Nursing Home.&nbsp; Her grandchildren were her life.&nbsp;Nana was a free spirit. She was an incredible storyteller with the gift of humor.&nbsp;Her creative side was displayed by her arts and crafts and drawings.&nbsp;Nana was authentic, a genuine human, a comedic hippie, a bona-fide gladiator, and the matriarch of the pinky clan. PINKY!! The Nan, the myth, the legend!!Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life to be held at 11:00 a.m. on November 19, 2022 at the Alert Covenant Church.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will be in the Leonardville City Cemetery.In honor of Nana’s love for Jesus, a memorial fund is established for Alert Covenant Church.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Carolyn Sue “Nana” Knorr

Linda Diane Mays, age 72 of Green, was called to heaven on October 7, 2022.

She was born on February 4, 1950 in Clay Center, the daughter of Orville and Lois Asp.

On June 8, 1971, she married Roland Dean Mays at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; To this union, two daughters were born, Jennifer Diane on April 11, 1972 and Katie Nicole on February 5, 1981.

Two sons-in-law became family when Michael Anderson married Katie on June 27, 1998 and Jonathan Wilson married Jennifer on June 29, 2002.

Linda’s four grandchildren were the light of her life.&nbsp; Kurtis Dean Anderson - August 25, 1998, Joshua Michael Wilson - August 8, 2005, Joseph Dean Wilson - February 8, 2007 and Lillian Kay Anderson - July 4, 2013.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Robert and her grandson, Kurtis Anderson.

She is survived by her husband, Roland Mays of Green; her daughters, Jenny (Jon) Wilson of Cordell, Oklahoma and Katie (Mike) Anderson of Green; her sister, Kim (Stan) Fry of Green; three grandchildren, Josh Wilson, Joe Wilson and Lilly Anderson and a host of other family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church with Father Rex Matney and Pastor Sarah Gill officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow the luncheon in the Saint Johns Cemetery, west of Wakefield.

Linda Diane Mays, age 72 of Green, was called to heaven on October 7, 2022.She was born on February 4, 1950 in Clay Center, the daughter of Orville and Lois Asp.On June 8, 1971, she married Roland Dean Mays at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; To this union, two daughters were born, Jennifer Diane on April 11, 1972 and Katie Nicole on February 5, 1981.Two sons-in-law became family when Michael Anderson married Katie on June 27, 1998 and Jonathan Wilson married Jennifer on June 29, 2002.Linda’s four grandchildren were the light of her life.&nbsp; Kurtis Dean Anderson - August 25, 1998, Joshua Michael Wilson - August 8, 2005, Joseph Dean Wilson - February 8, 2007 and Lillian Kay Anderson - July 4, 2013.She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Robert and her grandson, Kurtis Anderson.She is survived by her husband, Roland Mays of Green; her daughters, Jenny (Jon) Wilson of Cordell, Oklahoma and Katie (Mike) Anderson of Green; her sister, Kim (Stan) Fry of Green; three grandchildren, Josh Wilson, Joe Wilson and Lilly Anderson and a host of other family and friends.A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church with Father Rex Matney and Pastor Sarah Gill officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow the luncheon in the Saint Johns Cemetery, west of Wakefield.

Linda Diane Mays

On Tuesday, October 11th, Daniel (Dan) Lee Jones passed away in Abilene, Kansas. He was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. He was 73. Dan was born to Harry and Margaret Jones on October 24,1948 in Junction City, KS. He lived for many years in Enterprise until his family moved to Chapman when he was in middle school. His family were members of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman. In 1966, he graduated from Dickinson County Community High School. He attended Kansas State Technical Institute in Salina and received an associate degree in Airframe &amp; Powerplant as well as Computer Science. He married Christine (Chris) Schlesener on July 29, 1974. Together, Dan and Chris moved to Bartlesville, Oklahoma and worked for Applied Automation which was later acquired by ABB. He worked as a computer systems analyst for 37 years until he retired in 2011. He was proud of the work he did and he valued the relationships and friendships he formed along the way. His main goal was to make everyone else's job easier. In 2016, Dan &amp; Chris moved full time to their lake home on Grand Lake in Jay, Oklahoma. Dan enjoyed fixing up this home for his family and friends and always had a to-do list with many projects. He was a man with many hidden talents from working on cars, to electrical and plumbing. There was never a task that he wouldn’t try. Dan also loved fishing, hunting, and sightseeing at Grand Lake but his true love was spending time with his daughters and granddaughters. There was never a play, performance, or athletic competition that he missed. When his daughters were growing up, he could be found volunteering his time coaching many youth sports teams in the Bartlesville area including Washington County and Blazer ASA Softball. He also coached many YMCA and AAU Basketball teams. He was passionate about teaching everyone to play the game the correct way and believed that so many life lessons could be learned by playing sports. He loved his alma mater, The Chapman Irish, and would be seen and heard at many sporting events loudly cheering them on. Dan was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Mike Dolton. He is survived by his wife Chris of 48 years; his daughters, Dr. Stacy Jones of Salina, KS and Sara (Kyle) Cook and granddaughters Callie and Madison Cook of Chapman, KS. He is also survived by his sisters, Diane Dolton of Salina, KS and Kathy Riffel of Topeka, KS as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman, KS from 3-5 p.m. on Sunday, October 16.&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 17 at 10 a.m. at St.&nbsp; Michael’s followed by burial at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Chapman.

Dan always stressed the importance of giving back to others in the community. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, to please consider making a donation to one of the following memorials in Dan’s honor: Irish Foundation, St. Michael’s Catholic Church, or Village Manor Nursing Home in care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, KS 67431. Please make checks payable to the organization of your choice.&nbsp; &nbsp;

On Tuesday, October 11th, Daniel (Dan) Lee Jones passed away in Abilene, Kansas. He was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. He was 73. Dan was born to Harry and Margaret Jones on October 24,1948 in Junction City, KS. He lived for many years in Enterprise until his family moved to Chapman when he was in middle school. His family were members of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman. In 1966, he graduated from Dickinson County Community High School. He attended Kansas State Technical Institute in Salina and received an associate degree in Airframe &amp; Powerplant as well as Computer Science. He married Christine (Chris) Schlesener on July 29, 1974. Together, Dan and Chris moved to Bartlesville, Oklahoma and worked for Applied Automation which was later acquired by ABB. He worked as a computer systems analyst for 37 years until he retired in 2011. He was proud of the work he did and he valued the relationships and friendships he formed along the way. His main goal was to make everyone else's job easier. In 2016, Dan &amp; Chris moved full time to their lake home on Grand Lake in Jay, Oklahoma. Dan enjoyed fixing up this home for his family and friends and always had a to-do list with many projects. He was a man with many hidden talents from working on cars, to electrical and plumbing. There was never a task that he wouldn’t try. Dan also loved fishing, hunting, and sightseeing at Grand Lake but his true love was spending time with his daughters and granddaughters. There was never a play, performance, or athletic competition that he missed. When his daughters were growing up, he could be found volunteering his time coaching many youth sports teams in the Bartlesville area including Washington County and Blazer ASA Softball. He also coached many YMCA and AAU Basketball teams. He was passionate about teaching everyone to play the game the correct way and believed that so many life lessons could be learned by playing sports. He loved his alma mater, The Chapman Irish, and would be seen and heard at many sporting events loudly cheering them on. Dan was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Mike Dolton. He is survived by his wife Chris of 48 years; his daughters, Dr. Stacy Jones of Salina, KS and Sara (Kyle) Cook and granddaughters Callie and Madison Cook of Chapman, KS. He is also survived by his sisters, Diane Dolton of Salina, KS and Kathy Riffel of Topeka, KS as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman, KS from 3-5 p.m. on Sunday, October 16.&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 17 at 10 a.m. at St.&nbsp; Michael’s followed by burial at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Chapman. Dan always stressed the importance of giving back to others in the community. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, to please consider making a donation to one of the following memorials in Dan’s honor: Irish Foundation, St. Michael’s Catholic Church, or Village Manor Nursing Home in care of Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, PO Box 411, Chapman, KS 67431. Please make checks payable to the organization of your choice.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Daniel (Dan) Lee Jones 

Wilma Jean Anderson, age 93, of Manhattan, died October 9, 2022, at Stoneybrook Retirement Community.

She was born July 2, 1929, in Cleburne, Kansas, the daughter of Chester Cordell and Theresa E. (Christopher) Wilkinson.

On January 11, 1947, she was married to Kenneth W. Anderson. Kenneth preceded her in death on June 11, 1998.

Wilma Jean was a homemaker and was the bookkeeper/receptionist with her husband at Anderson Supply Company.

She graduated from Manhattan High School in 1947. She was a member of College Avenue United Methodist Church and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. She was an avid bowler for many years.

Survivors include her three daughters: Wanda Sue Edinger and Karen Kay Humphrey and her husband Robert Harris all of Broken Bow, OK, and Lea Ann Eichem and her husband Tony of Belvue, KS; two grandchildren: Randall Gillette and Shana Jahnke; seven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; her son Chuck; two grandchildren: Kassandra and Anglea; and her brother Don Wilkinson.

Private family graveside services will be held at Sunset Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Wilma Jean Anderson, age 93, of Manhattan, died October 9, 2022, at Stoneybrook Retirement Community.She was born July 2, 1929, in Cleburne, Kansas, the daughter of Chester Cordell and Theresa E. (Christopher) Wilkinson.On January 11, 1947, she was married to Kenneth W. Anderson. Kenneth preceded her in death on June 11, 1998.Wilma Jean was a homemaker and was the bookkeeper/receptionist with her husband at Anderson Supply Company.She graduated from Manhattan High School in 1947. She was a member of College Avenue United Methodist Church and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. She was an avid bowler for many years.Survivors include her three daughters: Wanda Sue Edinger and Karen Kay Humphrey and her husband Robert Harris all of Broken Bow, OK, and Lea Ann Eichem and her husband Tony of Belvue, KS; two grandchildren: Randall Gillette and Shana Jahnke; seven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.She was also preceded in death by her parents; her son Chuck; two grandchildren: Kassandra and Anglea; and her brother Don Wilkinson.Private family graveside services will be held at Sunset Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Wilma Jean Anderson

Mark Samuel Weis lived his fifty-eight years on earth with a full heart, a bright smile, and an unrelenting spirit. When he was a child he pursued his love of music, nature, service, and athletics. During his time at Manhattan High school he played Varsity Basketball, sang in the school choir (Chamber and Pops choir) and earned his way to becoming an Eagle Scout. During his time as a scout he was selected to participate in the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico and Scout High-Adventure Camp in Canada, which are high honors in the Eagle Scout program. When he was just sixteen he went to live in Peru for a summer, where he became fluent in Spanish. After returning to the United States and graduating from Manhattan High School with honors he attended the University of Kansas, where he earned a double bachelors in Biology and English (again with honors) while making memories with his brothers in Kappa Sigma fraternity. He accomplished his lifelong dream of becoming a doctor, after attending medical school at Kansas as well, a double Jayhawk. During his life he used his creativity combined with his knowledge of medicine to undertake several entrepreneurship endeavors. In his later years he became an author, and accomplished the feat of having six different books published. But most importantly, he lived his life as a devout Christian, a true believer; one who would share his love and fear of God with anyone and everyone would listen. At just twenty-four years old he embarked on a Mission trip for Mercy Ships, where he helped treat and heal children with cleft palates in Jamaica; and witnessed to the people there in Christ name.

At thirty-five years old, he persevered through a medical condition that would have left most people in a state of defeat. While living in Bowling Green, Kentucky and working as a doctor; he was diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer. A tragic fate for anyone, but even more devastating for a man beginning his career, who at the time had a five-year old son and a two-year old daughter. But he met his disease without fear, and agreed to undergo, what was at the time; an experimental procedure to remove his tumor and save his life. He went to Boston to be treated by Harvard University’s Head Neurosurgeon, Dr. Peter McLaren Black. He received that surgery, knowing that he only had a 10% chance of waking up from it. But, with God at his side, he had no fear. He felt he had to do whatever it took to survive; to be a father to his children. He survived that lobotomy, losing fifteen percent of his brain in the process, but retaining his life. His doctors called his recovery a “miracle.” He felt that every day was a gift after that, and he treated the next twenty-three years after that surgery with love and gratitude.

Surviving that surgery had a cost, it led to him having many seizures, pain and an overall health decline for the rest of his life; which, like everything else, he faced with a righteous level of bravery. The way he handled it, you would have thought his seizures were a mild inconvenience to him. Every problem in his life that would be absolutely traumatic for most people, he took in stride. Two years after receiving that surgery, in 2002 he undertook another mission trip, this time to Africa. Where he treated two different tribes in Tanzania and Kenya with medical issues while delivering the Word of God. He loved his life, he loved Jesus, and he loved his family with his whole heart. That love drove him to conquer every obstacle in his way.

In 2007 he began his own medical practice in Lexington, Kentucky. The success he cultivated there led to him being offered a job in 2009 at Fort Riley where he became the head of their “RESPECT-Mil” program which treated veterans diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. After proving his value in treating the nations’ soldiers he moved to Washington D.C., and began working at the prestigious Walter Reed Medical Center, where he was the lead primary care proponent for the U.S. Department of Defense suicide-prevention team (RESPECT-Mil). In 2012 he decided that he had accomplished everything he wanted to as a doctor, and began writing books, became published several times over, and pursued his own creative medical entrepreneurship endeavors. He wanted to help people with technology he thought would be the forefront of health for years to come, including hormone therapy, stem cells, and alternative medicine. He pursued these business interests in Phoenix, Arizona, a place he felt a special bond with and where he could be close to his beloved brother (Ted Weis), his nieces (Isabella and Julia Weis) and his daughter who he adored (Caroline Weis).

Although he left us far too soon and unexpectedly, his family will always hold on to the unconditional love he gave us. Mark was preceded in his passing, by the passing of his father, Dr. Jerry Samuel Weis just a month prior in August 2022. The month before Mark’s passing, he spent his time in Manhattan, Kansas, taking care of his grieving mother (Linda Weis) who was mourning the loss of her husband (Jerry Weis). Mark quite literally spent his whole life helping others and spreading love. It gives his family comfort knowing he is at peace with his Lord, Jesus Christ in Paradise.

Mark is survived by his two children: Wilson and Caroline; his mother Linda B. Weis; two siblings: Ted and Stephanie Grynkiewicz (Ross); and three nieces and one nephew: Isabella and Julia Weis, Joshua and Samantha Grynkiewicz.

A Celebration of Mark’s Life will be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, November 28, 2022, at the First Lutheran Church, 930 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Reverend Stephen Haverlah officiating. Inurnment will be in Sunrise Cemetery next to his father.

Memorial contributions may be made to either Boy Scouts of America Konza District or Mercy Ships. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Mark Samuel Weis lived his fifty-eight years on earth with a full heart, a bright smile, and an unrelenting spirit. When he was a child he pursued his love of music, nature, service, and athletics. During his time at Manhattan High school he played Varsity Basketball, sang in the school choir (Chamber and Pops choir) and earned his way to becoming an Eagle Scout. During his time as a scout he was selected to participate in the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico and Scout High-Adventure Camp in Canada, which are high honors in the Eagle Scout program. When he was just sixteen he went to live in Peru for a summer, where he became fluent in Spanish. After returning to the United States and graduating from Manhattan High School with honors he attended the University of Kansas, where he earned a double bachelors in Biology and English (again with honors) while making memories with his brothers in Kappa Sigma fraternity. He accomplished his lifelong dream of becoming a doctor, after attending medical school at Kansas as well, a double Jayhawk. During his life he used his creativity combined with his knowledge of medicine to undertake several entrepreneurship endeavors. In his later years he became an author, and accomplished the feat of having six different books published. But most importantly, he lived his life as a devout Christian, a true believer; one who would share his love and fear of God with anyone and everyone would listen. At just twenty-four years old he embarked on a Mission trip for Mercy Ships, where he helped treat and heal children with cleft palates in Jamaica; and witnessed to the people there in Christ name.At thirty-five years old, he persevered through a medical condition that would have left most people in a state of defeat. While living in Bowling Green, Kentucky and working as a doctor; he was diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer. A tragic fate for anyone, but even more devastating for a man beginning his career, who at the time had a five-year old son and a two-year old daughter. But he met his disease without fear, and agreed to undergo, what was at the time; an experimental procedure to remove his tumor and save his life. He went to Boston to be treated by Harvard University’s Head Neurosurgeon, Dr. Peter McLaren Black. He received that surgery, knowing that he only had a 10% chance of waking up from it. But, with God at his side, he had no fear. He felt he had to do whatever it took to survive; to be a father to his children. He survived that lobotomy, losing fifteen percent of his brain in the process, but retaining his life. His doctors called his recovery a “miracle.” He felt that every day was a gift after that, and he treated the next twenty-three years after that surgery with love and gratitude.Surviving that surgery had a cost, it led to him having many seizures, pain and an overall health decline for the rest of his life; which, like everything else, he faced with a righteous level of bravery. The way he handled it, you would have thought his seizures were a mild inconvenience to him. Every problem in his life that would be absolutely traumatic for most people, he took in stride. Two years after receiving that surgery, in 2002 he undertook another mission trip, this time to Africa. Where he treated two different tribes in Tanzania and Kenya with medical issues while delivering the Word of God. He loved his life, he loved Jesus, and he loved his family with his whole heart. That love drove him to conquer every obstacle in his way.In 2007 he began his own medical practice in Lexington, Kentucky. The success he cultivated there led to him being offered a job in 2009 at Fort Riley where he became the head of their “RESPECT-Mil” program which treated veterans diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. After proving his value in treating the nations’ soldiers he moved to Washington D.C., and began working at the prestigious Walter Reed Medical Center, where he was the lead primary care proponent for the U.S. Department of Defense suicide-prevention team (RESPECT-Mil). In 2012 he decided that he had accomplished everything he wanted to as a doctor, and began writing books, became published several times over, and pursued his own creative medical entrepreneurship endeavors. He wanted to help people with technology he thought would be the forefront of health for years to come, including hormone therapy, stem cells, and alternative medicine. He pursued these business interests in Phoenix, Arizona, a place he felt a special bond with and where he could be close to his beloved brother (Ted Weis), his nieces (Isabella and Julia Weis) and his daughter who he adored (Caroline Weis).Although he left us far too soon and unexpectedly, his family will always hold on to the unconditional love he gave us. Mark was preceded in his passing, by the passing of his father, Dr. Jerry Samuel Weis just a month prior in August 2022. The month before Mark’s passing, he spent his time in Manhattan, Kansas, taking care of his grieving mother (Linda Weis) who was mourning the loss of her husband (Jerry Weis). Mark quite literally spent his whole life helping others and spreading love. It gives his family comfort knowing he is at peace with his Lord, Jesus Christ in Paradise.Mark is survived by his two children: Wilson and Caroline; his mother Linda B. Weis; two siblings: Ted and Stephanie Grynkiewicz (Ross); and three nieces and one nephew: Isabella and Julia Weis, Joshua and Samantha Grynkiewicz.A Celebration of Mark’s Life will be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, November 28, 2022, at the First Lutheran Church, 930 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Reverend Stephen Haverlah officiating. Inurnment will be in Sunrise Cemetery next to his father.Memorial contributions may be made to either Boy Scouts of America Konza District or Mercy Ships. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Mark Samuel Weis, MD

Merlin Potts, age 95 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

He was born on February 15, 1927, the son of Gideon Franklin and Carrie Greta (Buss) Potts.

Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Friday, October 14, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. &nbsp;The family will not be present during this time.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the Leonardville United Methodist Church with Pastor Sandy Ferguson officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Leonardville United Methodist Cemetery.

Memorials have been established for the Kansas Horsehoe Pitchers Association or the American Heart Association. &nbsp;Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Merlin Potts, age 95 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022 at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.He was born on February 15, 1927, the son of Gideon Franklin and Carrie Greta (Buss) Potts.Respect calls may be made from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Friday, October 14, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. &nbsp;The family will not be present during this time.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the Leonardville United Methodist Church with Pastor Sandy Ferguson officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Leonardville United Methodist Cemetery.Memorials have been established for the Kansas Horsehoe Pitchers Association or the American Heart Association. &nbsp;Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Merlin Potts

Mildred Almetta Fehlman, age 96, died October 10, 2022, at the Chapman Valley Manor, Chapman, KS.

 She was born October 24, 1925, to Albert and Selma (Sylvester) Nitsche in Riley, KS. Mildred spent her childhood in the Riley area.&nbsp; She graduated from Riley High School in 1943.&nbsp; Mildred worked on the family farm as well as helped take care of other family and children. She spent a small amount of time as a young woman working at the elevator. Mildred married Harold Fehlman on August 24, 1950. They made their home on Harold’s family homestead in Wakefield, where they stayed their entire marriage. Mildred was a member of the Wakefield United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, EHU, and the Priscilla Club.&nbsp; She spent many years as a 4-H and Project Leader. Her family received the Kansas 4-H family of the year award in 1984. Mildred was an avid quilter and enjoyed sewing and knitting. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Alberta and Warren Hofmann; and a step-granddaughter, Alicia Fehlman.

Daughter: Charlotte and husband Robert Anderson of Jamestown, KS

Son: David and wife Kay Fehlman of Wakefield, KS

Son: Howard and wife Deb Fehlman of Junction City, KS

Son: Marvin Fehlman and significant other Michelle of Phillipsburg, KS

9 Grandchildren, 12 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great Grandchild

Funeral Services:&nbsp;Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Wakefield United Methodist Church in Wakefield, KS

Burial:&nbsp;Alida Cemetery, Junction City, KS

Visitation:&nbsp;Monday, October 17, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at Wakefield United Methodist Church, Wakefield, KS

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Wakefield United Methodist Church c/o the funeral home

Mildred Almetta Fehlman, age 96, died October 10, 2022, at the Chapman Valley Manor, Chapman, KS. She was born October 24, 1925, to Albert and Selma (Sylvester) Nitsche in Riley, KS. Mildred spent her childhood in the Riley area.&nbsp; She graduated from Riley High School in 1943.&nbsp; Mildred worked on the family farm as well as helped take care of other family and children. She spent a small amount of time as a young woman working at the elevator. Mildred married Harold Fehlman on August 24, 1950. They made their home on Harold’s family homestead in Wakefield, where they stayed their entire marriage. Mildred was a member of the Wakefield United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, EHU, and the Priscilla Club.&nbsp; She spent many years as a 4-H and Project Leader. Her family received the Kansas 4-H family of the year award in 1984. Mildred was an avid quilter and enjoyed sewing and knitting. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Alberta and Warren Hofmann; and a step-granddaughter, Alicia Fehlman.Survivors:Husband: Harold Fehlman of Wakefield, KSDaughter: Charlotte and husband Robert Anderson of Jamestown, KSSon: David and wife Kay Fehlman of Wakefield, KSSon: Howard and wife Deb Fehlman of Junction City, KSSon: Marvin Fehlman and significant other Michelle of Phillipsburg, KS9 Grandchildren, 12 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great GrandchildFuneral Services:&nbsp;Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Wakefield United Methodist Church in Wakefield, KSBurial:&nbsp;Alida Cemetery, Junction City, KSVisitation:&nbsp;Monday, October 17, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at Wakefield United Methodist Church, Wakefield, KSMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Wakefield United Methodist Church c/o the funeral home

Mildred Almetta Fehlman

Delmar Paul Curran, born March 28, 1932, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2022, surrounded by loved ones.

He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Rose Ella Strunk Curran, his son, Steve Curran (Jennifer), daughter Pam (Jack) Sims, 9 grandchildren (Jessi, Charlie, Jodi, Beth, John, Ted, Martha, Mattie, Julian), and 13 great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by parents Bryan and Marie and siblings Robert, Harold, Dorothy, Marvin, Mary Lou, Duane, and Delores Curran.

Delmar was raised in the Buckeye Community and married Rose Ella in Abilene. He started working for Abilene Flour Mills during his high school years and then was transferred to Kansas City as a professional Miller for ADM Milling in 1972. After a 47-year career in Milling, he and Rosie retired back to Abilene. He achieved Emeritus status as a member of the Association of Operative Millers. After retirement he farmed for the Wilson Family Farm well into his 80’s.

Delmar and Rosie have been passionate supporters of the Abilene and Dickinson County Communities. He has served as President of Kiwanis, life-long member and a Trustee of the Elks organization, volunteered at the Abilene Hospital, sat on the Board at the Abilene Library, and has supported the Dickinson County Community Foundation since its inception.

Delmar had a calming presence, a welcoming personality and was instantly loved by everyone he met. His empathy for others held no bounds. He has touched all of our hearts and has left an imprint that will last forever on our souls.

Delmar’s family will have a casual, open house Celebration of Life from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the Elk’s Lodge in Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made in Delmar’s name to the Dickinson County Community Foundation and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Delmar Paul Curran, born March 28, 1932, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Rose Ella Strunk Curran, his son, Steve Curran (Jennifer), daughter Pam (Jack) Sims, 9 grandchildren (Jessi, Charlie, Jodi, Beth, John, Ted, Martha, Mattie, Julian), and 13 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by parents Bryan and Marie and siblings Robert, Harold, Dorothy, Marvin, Mary Lou, Duane, and Delores Curran. Delmar was raised in the Buckeye Community and married Rose Ella in Abilene. He started working for Abilene Flour Mills during his high school years and then was transferred to Kansas City as a professional Miller for ADM Milling in 1972. After a 47-year career in Milling, he and Rosie retired back to Abilene. He achieved Emeritus status as a member of the Association of Operative Millers. After retirement he farmed for the Wilson Family Farm well into his 80’s. Delmar and Rosie have been passionate supporters of the Abilene and Dickinson County Communities. He has served as President of Kiwanis, life-long member and a Trustee of the Elks organization, volunteered at the Abilene Hospital, sat on the Board at the Abilene Library, and has supported the Dickinson County Community Foundation since its inception. Delmar had a calming presence, a welcoming personality and was instantly loved by everyone he met. His empathy for others held no bounds. He has touched all of our hearts and has left an imprint that will last forever on our souls. Delmar’s family will have a casual, open house Celebration of Life from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the Elk’s Lodge in Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made in Delmar’s name to the Dickinson County Community Foundation and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Delmar Paul Curran

Lavonne Kay Horchem, 91, died peacefully in her sleep Oct. 6, 2022, at Meadowlark Hills retirement community in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born Sept. 20, 1931, at home in Utica, Kansas, the daughter of Ephriam “Pete” Gerald and Martha Matilda (Schwindt) Bernbeck.

She graduated from Utica High School and Kansas State University.

She married Richard “Dick” Gayle Horchem Aug. 16, 1953, in the First Christian Church in Utica. They made their home in Ness City, Kansas, where they raised their three sons.

Kay is survived by two sons, Brad (Cindy) Horchem, Manhattan, Kansas, and Todd (Brenda) Horchem, Ness City; four grandchildren, Travis Horchem, Newton, Kansas; Megan (George) Heyns, Kansas City, Missouri; Kali (Mark) Solomon, Wichita, Kansas; and Jana Horchem, Englewood, Colorado; and five great-grandchildren, Aiyana, Adijah and Ajani Solomon, and Van and Vivian Horchem.

In addition, she is survived by two sisters, Elvira Kilroy, Nokomis, Florida; and Wanda McKenzie, Gold Canyon, Arizona; one brother, Gary (Anita) Bernbeck, Grand Junction, Colorado; a sister-in-law Linda (Terry) Claycamp, Hays, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews. Petros Levis joined the family as an exchange student from Greece during his senior year of high school. Petros and his wife, Ann, Denver, remain a part of the family.

Kay was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son Craig Horchem, and two brothers, Don Bernbeck and Gerald Bernbeck.

Kay taught in the Ness City School District for many years. She was active in various community organizations and supported numerous charities over the years.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Ness County Bank Building Foundation, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or any organization of the donor’s choice. Memorials may be sent to Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City or Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home, Manhattan

Graveside service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, at the Ness City Cemetery.

Lavonne Kay Horchem, 91, died peacefully in her sleep Oct. 6, 2022, at Meadowlark Hills retirement community in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born Sept. 20, 1931, at home in Utica, Kansas, the daughter of Ephriam “Pete” Gerald and Martha Matilda (Schwindt) Bernbeck.She graduated from Utica High School and Kansas State University. She married Richard “Dick” Gayle Horchem Aug. 16, 1953, in the First Christian Church in Utica. They made their home in Ness City, Kansas, where they raised their three sons. Kay is survived by two sons, Brad (Cindy) Horchem, Manhattan, Kansas, and Todd (Brenda) Horchem, Ness City; four grandchildren, Travis Horchem, Newton, Kansas; Megan (George) Heyns, Kansas City, Missouri; Kali (Mark) Solomon, Wichita, Kansas; and Jana Horchem, Englewood, Colorado; and five great-grandchildren, Aiyana, Adijah and Ajani Solomon, and Van and Vivian Horchem.In addition, she is survived by two sisters, Elvira Kilroy, Nokomis, Florida; and Wanda McKenzie, Gold Canyon, Arizona; one brother, Gary (Anita) Bernbeck, Grand Junction, Colorado; a sister-in-law Linda (Terry) Claycamp, Hays, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews. Petros Levis joined the family as an exchange student from Greece during his senior year of high school. Petros and his wife, Ann, Denver, remain a part of the family. Kay was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son Craig Horchem, and two brothers, Don Bernbeck and Gerald Bernbeck.Kay taught in the Ness City School District for many years. She was active in various community organizations and supported numerous charities over the years.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Ness County Bank Building Foundation, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or any organization of the donor’s choice. Memorials may be sent to Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City or Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home, ManhattanGraveside service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, at the Ness City Cemetery.

Lavonne Kay Horchem

Charles “Charlie” Leo Degenhardt, 68, of Alma, Kansas, died Saturday, October 8, 2022, at the Post Acute Medical Center in Victoria, Texas. He was a life-long resident of the area. Charlie owned and operated Auto Master Repair and Service in Manhattan.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley (Moege) Degenhardt, and his daughters, Crystal Marshall (JaCory) and Denise Dlugosch (Brian).

Charles “Charlie” Leo Degenhardt, 68, of Alma, Kansas, died Saturday, October 8, 2022, at the Post Acute Medical Center in Victoria, Texas. He was a life-long resident of the area. Charlie owned and operated Auto Master Repair and Service in Manhattan.He is survived by his wife, Shirley (Moege) Degenhardt, and his daughters, Crystal Marshall (JaCory) and Denise Dlugosch (Brian).Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am, Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Alma, Kansas. Burial will follow in Holy Family Catholic Cemetery. A rosary prayer service will be held at 5:30 pm, Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at the church Memorial Hall, where the family will greet friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. They suggest memorial contributions to Holy Family Catholic Church or the American Legion, and those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home.

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