Shelly Kay Witt, age 49, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022, in the care of Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice in Manhattan, Kansas.

After graduation from Chapman High School in 1991, she went on to study at the University of Kansas before traveling to the pacific northwest where she was involved in fire prevention and safety plans in Montana and Oregon. She returned home and continued the adventures of life. She enjoyed the great outdoors and a great love of music. She was a true and loyal friend to the end and always had your back. She was bright, funny and someone you could talk to about anything.

Shelly is survived by her parents, John and Marcella Witt of Junction City; her sisters Rhonda (Brandon) Witt and Angie (Will) Shores; nephews Aaron Witt and Hunter Shores; nieces Annalise, Lily and Annabeth Witt; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and other beloved family members.

Shelly was preceded in death by her sister, Dawn Witt; paternal grandparents, Edward Hugo and Anna Helen Bolleson Witt; maternal grandparents, Willard Walter and Phyllis Eliza Henkins.

The family is respecting Shelly’s wishes for no public services.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, Manhattan, Kansas. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Shelly Kay Witt, age 49, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022, in the care of Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice in Manhattan, Kansas.After graduation from Chapman High School in 1991, she went on to study at the University of Kansas before traveling to the pacific northwest where she was involved in fire prevention and safety plans in Montana and Oregon. She returned home and continued the adventures of life. She enjoyed the great outdoors and a great love of music. She was a true and loyal friend to the end and always had your back. She was bright, funny and someone you could talk to about anything.Shelly is survived by her parents, John and Marcella Witt of Junction City; her sisters Rhonda (Brandon) Witt and Angie (Will) Shores; nephews Aaron Witt and Hunter Shores; nieces Annalise, Lily and Annabeth Witt; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and other beloved family members.Shelly was preceded in death by her sister, Dawn Witt; paternal grandparents, Edward Hugo and Anna Helen Bolleson Witt; maternal grandparents, Willard Walter and Phyllis Eliza Henkins.The family is respecting Shelly’s wishes for no public services.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, Manhattan, Kansas. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Shelly Kay Witt

It is with a broken heart to announce the death of my loving husband and father, Dean Ellis Kubin on December 4, 2022 in Manhattan, Kansas, at the age of 73. After a brief illness in KU Medical Center and Good Shepherd Hospice in Manhattan. He was was taken home to be with his Lord. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in our hearts.

Dean graduated from North High School in Wichita, Kansas and served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed working as a mechanic, at Dick Edwards Auto Plaza in Junction City until his retirement. Dean enjoyed his faith, family, woodworking , baby sitting and pets - not necessarily in that order.

He is survived by his wife, Sondra Kubin of Manhattan; sons: Dennis (Cindy) Kailey of Denver, Colorado; Robert Kubin of Springfield, Missouri; daughters, Shari (Jeremiah) Catlin of Ft. Campbell, Kentucky and Kendra Kubin of Schertz, Texas, and daughter, Sara deSoto (Carl) of Ranoke Virginia, brother Max (Lynda) Kubin in Flippin, Arkansas, 5 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild in Nebraska. and other loving cousins in Woster, Kansas, family and friends in Western KS and many friends in Manhattan.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dean is preceded in death by his father, Edmond "Harry" Kubin, his mother Vergie M (Vogts) Kubin and first wife, Mary K. (Sutton) Kubin.

The Kubin family would like to extend a special thank you to Chad (Dana) Krueger and their family for their amazing support during this time.

All family and friends are invited to a "Celebration of Life", at the Lighthouse Baptist Church of St. George, Kansas on Friday, December 16th, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed on the church website&nbsp; &nbsp;www.lighthousesbc.org

In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations can be made to Lighthouse Baptist Church of 308 Lincoln St., PO Box 109, St. George, Kansas.

It is with a broken heart to announce the death of my loving husband and father, Dean Ellis Kubin on December 4, 2022 in Manhattan, Kansas, at the age of 73. After a brief illness in KU Medical Center and Good Shepherd Hospice in Manhattan. He was was taken home to be with his Lord. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in our hearts.Dean graduated from North High School in Wichita, Kansas and served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed working as a mechanic, at Dick Edwards Auto Plaza in Junction City until his retirement. Dean enjoyed his faith, family, woodworking , baby sitting and pets - not necessarily in that order.He is survived by his wife, Sondra Kubin of Manhattan; sons: Dennis (Cindy) Kailey of Denver, Colorado; Robert Kubin of Springfield, Missouri; daughters, Shari (Jeremiah) Catlin of Ft. Campbell, Kentucky and Kendra Kubin of Schertz, Texas, and daughter, Sara deSoto (Carl) of Ranoke Virginia, brother Max (Lynda) Kubin in Flippin, Arkansas, 5 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild in Nebraska. and other loving cousins in Woster, Kansas, family and friends in Western KS and many friends in Manhattan.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dean is preceded in death by his father, Edmond "Harry" Kubin, his mother Vergie M (Vogts) Kubin and first wife, Mary K. (Sutton) Kubin.The Kubin family would like to extend a special thank you to Chad (Dana) Krueger and their family for their amazing support during this time.All family and friends are invited to a "Celebration of Life", at the Lighthouse Baptist Church of St. George, Kansas on Friday, December 16th, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed on the church website&nbsp; &nbsp;www.lighthousesbc.orgIn lieu of flowers or gifts, donations can be made to Lighthouse Baptist Church of 308 Lincoln St., PO Box 109, St. George, Kansas.

Dean Ellis Kubin 

Henry W. Kuhlman passed away on December 11, 2022 at the Clay County Medical Center in Clay Center, Kansas at the age of 93.

Henry was born and raised in Linn, Kansas, the son of Henry &amp; Anna Kuhlman, who immigrated to the states from Germany. He married Iris Kathleen Gray on June 4th, 1950 where he resided in the Linn community with his wife for over 60 years. &nbsp;They raised their four children, Laura Rene, Teresa Ann, Rolf Eric, and Henry Jay.

He was a lifetime member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Linn where he served on the council for many years.&nbsp;

In his early years, Henry worked with his father as a partner at Kuhlman Motor Company in Linn.&nbsp; From 1965 through 1989, he owned and operated the Chrysler Dealership in Washington. In his later years, he worked for the Dodge dealership in Marysville, Kansas where he was able to share his many years of experience in the auto industry. He served as Chairman of the Linn Housing Board for 39 years and was a member of the Washington Lions Club, the Elks Club, and the Moose Club. He was a member for fourteen years on the board of the Kansas Motor Car Dealers Association and served as President from 1979-1980. His many achievements also included serving as City Clerk, President of the Linn Booster Club and Chairman of the Washington County Agricultural Hall of Fame. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing the drums at local events. After he retired, his passion was working in his yard and gardens.

Henry is preceded in death by his wife (Iris), sister (Dorothy Ann), and daughter (Teresa Ann Hohman).

He leaves behind his daughter, Laura and husband Kelly of San Antonio, TX, Rolf and wife Joy of Omaha, NE, and Henry Jay and wife Kelley, of Kihei, HI. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren as well as many close friends that he came to know throughout his many years.

Private memorial services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Linn Booster Club and can be sent c/o the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Henry W. Kuhlman passed away on December 11, 2022 at the Clay County Medical Center in Clay Center, Kansas at the age of 93.Henry was born and raised in Linn, Kansas, the son of Henry &amp; Anna Kuhlman, who immigrated to the states from Germany. He married Iris Kathleen Gray on June 4th, 1950 where he resided in the Linn community with his wife for over 60 years. &nbsp;They raised their four children, Laura Rene, Teresa Ann, Rolf Eric, and Henry Jay.He was a lifetime member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Linn where he served on the council for many years.&nbsp;In his early years, Henry worked with his father as a partner at Kuhlman Motor Company in Linn.&nbsp; From 1965 through 1989, he owned and operated the Chrysler Dealership in Washington. In his later years, he worked for the Dodge dealership in Marysville, Kansas where he was able to share his many years of experience in the auto industry. He served as Chairman of the Linn Housing Board for 39 years and was a member of the Washington Lions Club, the Elks Club, and the Moose Club. He was a member for fourteen years on the board of the Kansas Motor Car Dealers Association and served as President from 1979-1980. His many achievements also included serving as City Clerk, President of the Linn Booster Club and Chairman of the Washington County Agricultural Hall of Fame. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing the drums at local events. After he retired, his passion was working in his yard and gardens.Henry is preceded in death by his wife (Iris), sister (Dorothy Ann), and daughter (Teresa Ann Hohman).He leaves behind his daughter, Laura and husband Kelly of San Antonio, TX, Rolf and wife Joy of Omaha, NE, and Henry Jay and wife Kelley, of Kihei, HI. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren as well as many close friends that he came to know throughout his many years.Private memorial services will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the Linn Booster Club and can be sent c/o the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Henry W. Kuhlman 

Warren Fritz, 88 died December 8, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on February 15, 1934, in Clay Center, the son of George and Melva (Hatfield) Fritz.&nbsp; Warren was raised in the Clay Center community.&nbsp; He was a Class of 1952 graduate of Altamont High School.&nbsp; Warren married Shirley Hardesty on January 1, 1956.&nbsp; They made their home in Clay Center and Warren worked as an electrician for C&amp;W Rural Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; They enjoyed square dancing, camping club and spent the last 25 winters in Texas.&nbsp; Warren was preceded in death by his parents; son, Maynard Fritz; sister, Mary Alice Rundle; brother Frederick Fritz.

Son: Martin and wife Karen Fritz of Menomonie, WI

Daughter: Warene and husband Philip Stinemetz of Olathe, KS

Daughter: Valerie and Kevin Parker of Wichita, KS

13 Grandchildren and 12 Great-grandchildren

Memorial Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 15, 2022, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp; St Paul Lutheran Church or American Cancer Society c/o the funeral home

Warren Fritz, 88 died December 8, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on February 15, 1934, in Clay Center, the son of George and Melva (Hatfield) Fritz.&nbsp; Warren was raised in the Clay Center community.&nbsp; He was a Class of 1952 graduate of Altamont High School.&nbsp; Warren married Shirley Hardesty on January 1, 1956.&nbsp; They made their home in Clay Center and Warren worked as an electrician for C&amp;W Rural Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; They enjoyed square dancing, camping club and spent the last 25 winters in Texas.&nbsp; Warren was preceded in death by his parents; son, Maynard Fritz; sister, Mary Alice Rundle; brother Frederick Fritz.Survivors:Wife: Shirley Fritz of Clay Center, KSSon: Martin and wife Karen Fritz of Menomonie, WIDaughter: Warene and husband Philip Stinemetz of Olathe, KSDaughter: Valerie and Kevin Parker of Wichita, KS13 Grandchildren and 12 Great-grandchildrenMemorial Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 15, 2022, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KSMinister: Pastor Paul TessaroBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasMemorials:&nbsp; St Paul Lutheran Church or American Cancer Society c/o the funeral home

Warren Fritz

Joe Don Jones, age 90, passed away peacefully December 10, 2022 at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community-Wroten House in Manhattan.

Joe was born February 17, 1932 in Salina, KS to Hubert and Opal Jones. He grew up in Salina where he loved to play baseball. Joe pitched for the Salina American Legion team that won the State Championship and then went on to play semi-pro baseball for the next few years. Upon graduation from Salina High School, he joined the Naval Reserves in Olathe.

He worked for Union Pacific Railroad and Pittsburg Paint Glass in Salina. He met the love of his life Janet Barbara Telander at a “Friday Night Dance” in Salina and they were married on September 5, 1954. They later had three children, Gary, Debbie and Steve.

Joe moved his family from Salina to Manhattan in 1958, when Joe started working for Cook Paint Company. In 1966 he was named Manager at Harding Glass, where he worked for over 20 years. He went on to win "Glassman of the Year" and advanced to Regional Vice President. Combined, Joe spent more than 60 years in the glass industry.

Joe coached youth baseball in Manhattan for several years, cookie and biscuit leagues as well as American Legion. He was District Chairman for American Legion Baseball for many years.

Joe and his two sons Gary &amp; Steve started Manko Window Systems in 1989. His daughter Debbie joined the family business a year later. Manko celebrated 30 years in business in 2019.

Joe was a lifelong woodworker and enjoyed making furniture for family and friends. He was an avid sports fan, especially K-State football and basketball. Joe received his Pilot license and loved to fly. He liked to play golf, go to the lake, and he loved following all his grandchildren’s activities. Joe was a member of the American Legion, Elks Club, VFW, Manhattan Country Club, and was a Founding Member at Colbert Hills.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents Hubert and Opal Jones, his sister Pat Larson, his brother-in-law J. Barry Telander, and his wife Janet Barbara Jones.

He is survived by his children: Gary &amp; Jennifer Jones, Debbie &amp; Dave Rowe, Steve &amp; Claudia Jones all of Manhattan; Six grandchildren: Mindy (Kyle) Morgan of Platte City, MO; Staci Rowe of Overland Park, Johnna (Matt) Fleming of Basehor, Stephanie Jones of Ames, IA, Brett (Lindsay) Jones of Manhattan, and Michael (Amanda) Jones of Manhattan; Eight great grandchildren: Amora Raney, Madelyn Fleming, Ellie Fleming, Rush Jones, Logan Fleming, Pemberley Morgan, Palmer Jones, and Reagan Jones. He is also survived by a niece, Jackie Kisling of Portland, OR; sister-in-law Sylvia Telander of Farmington, MN; nephew Chris Telander of Prior Lake, MN, niece Laura Graf of St. Paul, MN; seven great nieces and one great nephew, as well as so many loving friends and family.

A visitation for family and friends will be held Sunday, December 18, 2022 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

A Celebration of Life Service for Joe will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday December 19, 2022 at the First Christian Church, 3001 Grand Mere Parkway, Manhattan, KS 66503. Graveside service will follow at Sunrise Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the following: Meadowlark Hills-Wroten or the American Heart Association. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>Joe Don Jones, age 90, passed away peacefully December 10, 2022 at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community-Wroten House in Manhattan. Joe was born February 17, 1932 in Salina, KS to Hubert and Opal Jones. He grew up in Salina where he loved to play baseball. Joe pitched for the Salina American Legion team that won the State Championship and then went on to play semi-pro baseball for the next few years. Upon graduation from Salina High School, he joined the Naval Reserves in Olathe.He worked for Union Pacific Railroad and Pittsburg Paint Glass in Salina. He met the love of his life Janet Barbara Telander at a “Friday Night Dance” in Salina and they were married on September 5, 1954. They later had three children, Gary, Debbie and Steve.Joe moved his family from Salina to Manhattan in 1958, when Joe started working for Cook Paint Company. In 1966 he was named Manager at Harding Glass, where he worked for over 20 years. He went on to win "Glassman of the Year" and advanced to Regional Vice President. Combined, Joe spent more than 60 years in the glass industry.Joe coached youth baseball in Manhattan for several years, cookie and biscuit leagues as well as American Legion. He was District Chairman for American Legion Baseball for many years.Joe and his two sons Gary &amp; Steve started Manko Window Systems in 1989. His daughter Debbie joined the family business a year later. Manko celebrated 30 years in business in 2019.Joe was a lifelong woodworker and enjoyed making furniture for family and friends. He was an avid sports fan, especially K-State football and basketball. Joe received his Pilot license and loved to fly. He liked to play golf, go to the lake, and he loved following all his grandchildren’s activities. Joe was a member of the American Legion, Elks Club, VFW, Manhattan Country Club, and was a Founding Member at Colbert Hills.Joe was preceded in death by his parents Hubert and Opal Jones, his sister Pat Larson, his brother-in-law J. Barry Telander, and his wife Janet Barbara Jones.He is survived by his children: Gary &amp; Jennifer Jones, Debbie &amp; Dave Rowe, Steve &amp; Claudia Jones all of Manhattan; Six grandchildren: Mindy (Kyle) Morgan of Platte City, MO; Staci Rowe of Overland Park, Johnna (Matt) Fleming of Basehor, Stephanie Jones of Ames, IA, Brett (Lindsay) Jones of Manhattan, and Michael (Amanda) Jones of Manhattan; Eight great grandchildren: Amora Raney, Madelyn Fleming, Ellie Fleming, Rush Jones, Logan Fleming, Pemberley Morgan, Palmer Jones, and Reagan Jones. He is also survived by a niece, Jackie Kisling of Portland, OR; sister-in-law Sylvia Telander of Farmington, MN; nephew Chris Telander of Prior Lake, MN, niece Laura Graf of St. Paul, MN; seven great nieces and one great nephew, as well as so many loving friends and family.A visitation for family and friends will be held Sunday, December 18, 2022 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.A Celebration of Life Service for Joe will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday December 19, 2022 at the First Christian Church, 3001 Grand Mere Parkway, Manhattan, KS 66503. Graveside service will follow at Sunrise Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the following: Meadowlark Hills-Wroten or the American Heart Association. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Joe Don Jones

Maurice J. “Buck” Gehrt, age 94, of Manhattan, died December 8, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi&nbsp;Village in Manhattan.

He was born December 28, 1927, on the family farm southeast of Manhattan, the son of John W. and Helen (Wahl) Gehrt.

Buck’s love of horses and the Flint Hills began at an early age when he would see his neighbor Billy Blasing ride by on his horse. Buck was then delighted when his dad bought a horse for him and his siblings to share, that was the first of many horses for Buck. Buck spent most of his life custom grazing yearling cattle and selling pasture real estate. Several of the pasture owners that Buck treasured their business relationships included Alf and Theo Landon, and the Rannels family that owned a number of acres south of Manhattan.

He was a life member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, a charter member of the Kaw Valley Rodeo Association, the Kansas Livestock Association and served on the Riley County Planning Board.

He was married to Betty J. Culbertson on September 17, 1950, in Manhattan. Betty survives of Manhattan. Additional survivors include their four children: Dan Gehrt and his wife Cora (Heimstra-Lane) Gehrt of Manhattan, Teresa Sanborn and her husband Steve of Manhattan, Sherry Gehrt and her husband Joe Horocofsky of Pollok, TX, and David Gehrt and his wife Brenda of Pollok, TX; five grandchildren: Stephanie and Brian Sanborn, Bobbie Joe Horocofsky, Tee and Payton Gehrt; and two great-grandchildren: Blaise Webb and Raylen Gehrt.

Buck was preceded in death by his brothers and sister: Harry Gehrt, Geraldine Werner, Delmar “Pete” Gehrt and Earl Gehrt.

To Celebrate Buck’s Life the family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Sunday, December 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, December 19th, at Pleasant Valley Cemetery southeast of Manhattan, with Reverend Michael J. Schmidt officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kaw Valley Rodeo Association or the Deep Creek Community Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Maurice J. “Buck” Gehrt, age 94, of Manhattan, died December 8, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi&nbsp;Village in Manhattan.He was born December 28, 1927, on the family farm southeast of Manhattan, the son of John W. and Helen (Wahl) Gehrt.Buck’s love of horses and the Flint Hills began at an early age when he would see his neighbor Billy Blasing ride by on his horse. Buck was then delighted when his dad bought a horse for him and his siblings to share, that was the first of many horses for Buck. Buck spent most of his life custom grazing yearling cattle and selling pasture real estate. Several of the pasture owners that Buck treasured their business relationships included Alf and Theo Landon, and the Rannels family that owned a number of acres south of Manhattan.He was a life member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, a charter member of the Kaw Valley Rodeo Association, the Kansas Livestock Association and served on the Riley County Planning Board.He was married to Betty J. Culbertson on September 17, 1950, in Manhattan. Betty survives of Manhattan. Additional survivors include their four children: Dan Gehrt and his wife Cora (Heimstra-Lane) Gehrt of Manhattan, Teresa Sanborn and her husband Steve of Manhattan, Sherry Gehrt and her husband Joe Horocofsky of Pollok, TX, and David Gehrt and his wife Brenda of Pollok, TX; five grandchildren: Stephanie and Brian Sanborn, Bobbie Joe Horocofsky, Tee and Payton Gehrt; and two great-grandchildren: Blaise Webb and Raylen Gehrt.Buck was preceded in death by his brothers and sister: Harry Gehrt, Geraldine Werner, Delmar “Pete” Gehrt and Earl Gehrt.To Celebrate Buck’s Life the family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Sunday, December 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, December 19th, at Pleasant Valley Cemetery southeast of Manhattan, with Reverend Michael J. Schmidt officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the Kaw Valley Rodeo Association or the Deep Creek Community Association. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Maurice J. “Buck” Gehrt

John Darrel Coup, age 83, passed away at the Abilene Hospital on Tuesday, December 6, 2022.

He was born June 12, 1939, in Manchester, Kansas, the sixth child of Roy and Iva (Barclay) Coup. He attended several grade schools in Dickinson County and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1958.

John helped his father with farming and later owned his own farm. He helped many neighbors and local farmers and they in turn helped him in later years.

Having never married, he lived in Talmage with his parents.

Watching old westerns, bull riding and sports (especially football) on television were things John enjoyed.

John was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Vera Luthi and Erma Faye Yant, several uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. Survivors include his sisters, Jeanne Lundin of Manhattan, Patricia Goss of Melbourne, Florida, Mid Hanson of Abilene and many nieces and nephews.

Cremation is planned and burial will be in the spring with a private graveside service at the Prairie Dale Cemetery near Talmage.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Talmage Historical Society and the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo (which John thoroughly enjoyed attending). Contributions may be mailed to the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>John Darrel Coup, age 83, passed away at the Abilene Hospital on Tuesday, December 6, 2022.He was born June 12, 1939, in Manchester, Kansas, the sixth child of Roy and Iva (Barclay) Coup. He attended several grade schools in Dickinson County and graduated from Dickinson County Community High School in 1958.John helped his father with farming and later owned his own farm. He helped many neighbors and local farmers and they in turn helped him in later years.Having never married, he lived in Talmage with his parents.Watching old westerns, bull riding and sports (especially football) on television were things John enjoyed.John was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Vera Luthi and Erma Faye Yant, several uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. Survivors include his sisters, Jeanne Lundin of Manhattan, Patricia Goss of Melbourne, Florida, Mid Hanson of Abilene and many nieces and nephews.Cremation is planned and burial will be in the spring with a private graveside service at the Prairie Dale Cemetery near Talmage.Memorial contributions may be made to the Talmage Historical Society and the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo (which John thoroughly enjoyed attending). Contributions may be mailed to the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

John Darrel Coup

William S. “Bill” Cook, 88, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday (December 7, 2022) at Wellsprings of Westmoreland, Kansas.

William was born to Shelton and Anita (Wells) Cook at home in St. Marys, Kansas on February 2, 1934 and lived at Belvue, KS and Wamego, KS.&nbsp; Bill attended Pleasantview and Belvue grade schools and graduated from Wamego High School.

On November 27, 1955, William married Lois Johnson. She survives of the home.

William previously worked for various farmers in the area, at the Missile Base and for the City of Wamego. He was also a Reserve Officer for the Wamego Police Department.&nbsp; He retired from PR&amp;W Rural Electric as a lineman after 36 years.

An avid bowler, Bill was the Kansas State Champion in Singles 1970-1971. He was inducted into the Kansas Bowlers Hall of Fame in 1996. Bill was a member of the American Bowling Association, American Bowling Congress and United States Bowling Congress.&nbsp; He was a Life Member, past Vice-President and past Board Director of the Manhattan Men Bowling Association.&nbsp; Bill also enjoyed making wood projects for family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Lois; a daughter, Kathryn Reed; two sons, Harry S. Cook and William Cook (Della) all of Wamego, KS; two grandsons, Michael Reed (Courtney) and Adam Reed; five great grandchildren, Symphony, Lex, Willow, Abby and Alexa; three sisters, Muriel McClenney of Kansas City, KS, Norma Cook of Exeter, CA, and June Wiseman (Gene) of Atwater, CA; a sister in law, Cheri Cook of Shingle Springs, CA; a brother in law, Robert Johnson of McFarland, KS; and a host of relatives and friends.

Mr. Cook was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Albert Cook (Joan), Cecil Cook (Geraldine) and Guy Cook; a sister, Alberta Cook; and a brother in law, Charles McClenney.

&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m.&nbsp; Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at&nbsp; the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego with Rev. Dr. Tony Mattia officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Wamego City Cemetery.

William will lie in state Monday, December 12 beginning at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family will meet with friends on Monday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Wamego.

Memorial contributions are requested to the Wamego Fireworks Fund (c/o City of Wamego)&nbsp;or the Wamego Hospital Foundation and may be left at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.

William S. “Bill” Cook, 88, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday (December 7, 2022) at Wellsprings of Westmoreland, Kansas.William was born to Shelton and Anita (Wells) Cook at home in St. Marys, Kansas on February 2, 1934 and lived at Belvue, KS and Wamego, KS.&nbsp; Bill attended Pleasantview and Belvue grade schools and graduated from Wamego High School.On November 27, 1955, William married Lois Johnson. She survives of the home.William previously worked for various farmers in the area, at the Missile Base and for the City of Wamego. He was also a Reserve Officer for the Wamego Police Department.&nbsp; He retired from PR&amp;W Rural Electric as a lineman after 36 years.An avid bowler, Bill was the Kansas State Champion in Singles 1970-1971. He was inducted into the Kansas Bowlers Hall of Fame in 1996. Bill was a member of the American Bowling Association, American Bowling Congress and United States Bowling Congress.&nbsp; He was a Life Member, past Vice-President and past Board Director of the Manhattan Men Bowling Association.&nbsp; Bill also enjoyed making wood projects for family and friends.Survivors include his wife, Lois; a daughter, Kathryn Reed; two sons, Harry S. Cook and William Cook (Della) all of Wamego, KS; two grandsons, Michael Reed (Courtney) and Adam Reed; five great grandchildren, Symphony, Lex, Willow, Abby and Alexa; three sisters, Muriel McClenney of Kansas City, KS, Norma Cook of Exeter, CA, and June Wiseman (Gene) of Atwater, CA; a sister in law, Cheri Cook of Shingle Springs, CA; a brother in law, Robert Johnson of McFarland, KS; and a host of relatives and friends.Mr. Cook was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Albert Cook (Joan), Cecil Cook (Geraldine) and Guy Cook; a sister, Alberta Cook; and a brother in law, Charles McClenney.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m.&nbsp; Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at&nbsp; the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego with Rev. Dr. Tony Mattia officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Wamego City Cemetery.William will lie in state Monday, December 12 beginning at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family will meet with friends on Monday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Wamego.Memorial contributions are requested to the Wamego Fireworks Fund (c/o City of Wamego)&nbsp;or the Wamego Hospital Foundation and may be left at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.

William S. “Bill” Cook

Alean D. Jones, 83, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away at home surrounded by family on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Cremation will take place. She was born on January 27, 1939, Keo, Arkansas to Richard Parks and Eva Freeman. Alean was an avid bingo player. She enjoyed reading western books and caring for her African Violets. On June 17, 1959, she married Freddie Jones in Little Rock, Arkansas. Freddie and Alean traveled with the United States Air Force and in 1972, they decided to make Junction City their home. To this union, two daughters were born. Alean is survived by her loving daughters, Yvette Jones and Yvonne Jones of Junction City, Kansas; two granddaughters, Karissa and Afton; four great grandchildren, Zion, Neveah, Christian, and Moriah; her loving sister, Sarah (Pev); niece, Alexis (Mike); great niece, Sarah; her fur baby, Archer; and a host of special friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alean D. Jones, 83, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away at home surrounded by family on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Cremation will take place. She was born on January 27, 1939, Keo, Arkansas to Richard Parks and Eva Freeman. Alean was an avid bingo player. She enjoyed reading western books and caring for her African Violets. On June 17, 1959, she married Freddie Jones in Little Rock, Arkansas. Freddie and Alean traveled with the United States Air Force and in 1972, they decided to make Junction City their home. To this union, two daughters were born. Alean is survived by her loving daughters, Yvette Jones and Yvonne Jones of Junction City, Kansas; two granddaughters, Karissa and Afton; four great grandchildren, Zion, Neveah, Christian, and Moriah; her loving sister, Sarah (Pev); niece, Alexis (Mike); great niece, Sarah; her fur baby, Archer; and a host of special friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alean D. Jones

N. Nadine Edie, 96, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Valley View Senior Life Center. A visitation will be held at First Christian Church on Friday, December 16, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A funeral service will be held same day at 11:00 a.m. at First Christian Church with Pastor Ronnie Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery in Junction City, Kansas. Memorial Contributions may be made to First Christian Church, 1429 St Marys Rd, Junction City, KS 66441. She was born on July 18, 1926, Kansas City, Kansas to William E. West and Ruth M. (Gragg) West. She was a member of The Calvary Baptist Church in Kansas City, where she met her husband in 1943. William "Bill" Edie and Nadine got married on November 15, 1947 at The Calvary Baptist Church. Together in 1948, they opened the first Dairy Queen in Junction City with their partners Clayton and Millie Lundine. Nadine was one of the original charter members of the Geary Community Hospital Auxiliary, member of the Ladies Reading Club, president of JayCee Janes, Cub Scout leader, Girl Scout leader, and president of Lincoln School PTA. She was also an active member of 3 Bridge Clubs and of First Christian Church. Nadine is survived by her loving children; Elaine (Hugh) Dill of Junction City, Kansas, Grover (Diane) Edie of Novi, Michigan, Robert (Rhonda) Edie of Sunray, Texas, Darell (Michelle) Edie of Manhattan, Kansas; thirteen grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

N. Nadine Edie, 96, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Valley View Senior Life Center. A visitation will be held at First Christian Church on Friday, December 16, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A funeral service will be held same day at 11:00 a.m. at First Christian Church with Pastor Ronnie Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery in Junction City, Kansas. Memorial Contributions may be made to First Christian Church, 1429 St Marys Rd, Junction City, KS 66441. She was born on July 18, 1926, Kansas City, Kansas to William E. West and Ruth M. (Gragg) West. She was a member of The Calvary Baptist Church in Kansas City, where she met her husband in 1943. William "Bill" Edie and Nadine got married on November 15, 1947 at The Calvary Baptist Church. Together in 1948, they opened the first Dairy Queen in Junction City with their partners Clayton and Millie Lundine. Nadine was one of the original charter members of the Geary Community Hospital Auxiliary, member of the Ladies Reading Club, president of JayCee Janes, Cub Scout leader, Girl Scout leader, and president of Lincoln School PTA. She was also an active member of 3 Bridge Clubs and of First Christian Church. Nadine is survived by her loving children; Elaine (Hugh) Dill of Junction City, Kansas, Grover (Diane) Edie of Novi, Michigan, Robert (Rhonda) Edie of Sunray, Texas, Darell (Michelle) Edie of Manhattan, Kansas; thirteen grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

N. Nadine Edie

Terri Eldridge, 62, of Junction City, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 10, 2022 surrounded by family. Cremation will take place. On August 01, 1980, she married Roy Eldridge in Falcon, Colorado. Terri is survived by her loving husband, Roy; her son, Nathaniel Eldridge of Junction City, Kansas; her daughter, Samantha (Justin) Banister of Evans, Georgia; and two grandchildren, Aiden and Savannah.

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 </figure>Terri Eldridge, 62, of Junction City, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 10, 2022 surrounded by family. Cremation will take place. On August 01, 1980, she married Roy Eldridge in Falcon, Colorado. Terri is survived by her loving husband, Roy; her son, Nathaniel Eldridge of Junction City, Kansas; her daughter, Samantha (Justin) Banister of Evans, Georgia; and two grandchildren, Aiden and Savannah.

Terri Eldridge

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

James R. “Jim” Kuntz

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

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

Carol A. Schrader,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Robert Wesley “Jake” Jacobson

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

Private Services will be held at a later date.

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

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

Blaine E. Sparks Jr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ardis Peterson

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

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

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

Barbara Ann Woods

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

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

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

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

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

Preceding Julie in death was her dad, Donald Atkinson.

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

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

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

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

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

Julie A. Hutson

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

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

He was also a DeKalb seed dealer for many years.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Don Anthony Martin

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

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

Rebecca Ann Knox

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

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

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

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

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

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

Melva N. Loader 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Judith Ann Brooks

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Marylyn Skidmore Mickelsen

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1670440785697.jpeg" alt="Douglas Schoning" />
 <figcaption>Douglas Schoning</figcaption>
 </figure>Douglas Schoning died December 4, 2022 at the age of 85 at Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice in Manhattan, KS. Doug was born January 14, 1937 in Clay Center, Kansas; son of Walter and Pauline (Rufenacht) Schoning. He graduated from Kansas State University.Doug taught US History to eighth graders for forty-one years, mainly in Manhattan. He will be remembered as a wonderful and engaging storyteller and was known for making the most boring aspects of history come alive. Doug was able to take a five-minute topic and expand it to a half hour. He used to say he never went to work, but went to teach. More important than his love of teaching was his love for his students. He retired from teaching Social Studies at Susan B. Anthony in 1999.After 4 months of dating, Doug married Polly Armstrong May 31, 1964 in the Congregational Church in Manhattan. They enjoyed numerous road trips with their three children, especially Christmas vacations in Estes Park.Doug was an avid reader, reading at least a book a week. He was active with the Manhattan Public Library and Manhattan Library Association. Doug served on the Board of Directors of MLA and served as Vice Chair of the annual Book Sale. The Transportation area in the Children’s Library is named in his honor. After retiring, he volunteered to read to elementary students kindergarten aged to second grade; those who needed help developing their reading skills.He loved cars! Especially new cars, big American made cars. He enjoyed driving a new car at all times. And he also liked to collect model cars from the 50’s and 60’s. Doug liked to search for treasures at auctions and flea markets. He started every morning by walking 5 miles a day at the mall. Many friends and students will remember Doug wearing colorful, bright socks. He enjoyed cooking and loved baking chocolate chip cookies for his grandsons.His parents and beloved younger brother, Delbert Schoning, preceded him in death. Doug leaves behind his wife Polly of the home in Wichita, daughters Mary Scharfe of Manhattan and Kathleen Kramer of Overland Park, and son David (Jennifer) Schoning of Wichita; along with four grandsons Dawson, Cooper, Walker and William; all of whom he adored.Doug chose cremation with a private ceremony for family. Visitation for friends of the community will be held Monday December 12th from 5 to 7 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Manhattan Public Library in care of the funeral home.

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