Sophia Kathleen Stephens, 87, passed away April 18, 2023, at Pleasant View Home, Inman.&nbsp; She was born October 17, 1935, in rural Inman, KS, the daughter of Henry D. and Tina D. Klaasen Thiessen. A high school graduate of Central Christian Academy, she then received her registered nurse degree from Grace School of Nursing, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was a surgical nurse most of her life.&nbsp; Sophia was a member and very involved in St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Inman; was a volunteer at 10,000 Villages; was on the Inman Museum Board; and the Hutchinson Concert Series Board. She married James Stephens on November 5, 1983.&nbsp; He passed away on January 3, 2022.

Survivors include daughters, Diane Morgan Griffin (William Griffin), Kansas City, MO and Lisa (Andrew) Entz, Wichta; stepchildren, Annel (Travis) Scates, Benton, KS and Daren Stephens, Inman; a brother, Bruce (Verbie) Thiessen, Inman; grandchildren, Tina Busenitz, Dana Oswald, Scott Entz, and Luke Entz, all of Wichita; step grandchildren, Annelise Scates, Las Vegas, NV and Mikaelynn Scates, Benton, KS; and 8 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Lilly Ann Pankratz and Eva Friesen; 4 brothers, Phil, Clarence, Leo, and Ben Thiessen; niece, Janet Bever; and a nephew, Greg Thiessen.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will take place at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at North Inman Cemetery.&nbsp; Celebration of Life Services will follow at 11:00 AM at the St. Peter’s United Church of Christ.&nbsp; Services will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook Page.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to World Impact or the Inman Museum, both in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; To leave a condolence for the family, visit:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.inmanfh.com/">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

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 </figure>Sophia Kathleen Stephens, 87, passed away April 18, 2023, at Pleasant View Home, Inman.&nbsp; She was born October 17, 1935, in rural Inman, KS, the daughter of Henry D. and Tina D. Klaasen Thiessen. A high school graduate of Central Christian Academy, she then received her registered nurse degree from Grace School of Nursing, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was a surgical nurse most of her life.&nbsp; Sophia was a member and very involved in St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Inman; was a volunteer at 10,000 Villages; was on the Inman Museum Board; and the Hutchinson Concert Series Board. She married James Stephens on November 5, 1983.&nbsp; He passed away on January 3, 2022.Survivors include daughters, Diane Morgan Griffin (William Griffin), Kansas City, MO and Lisa (Andrew) Entz, Wichta; stepchildren, Annel (Travis) Scates, Benton, KS and Daren Stephens, Inman; a brother, Bruce (Verbie) Thiessen, Inman; grandchildren, Tina Busenitz, Dana Oswald, Scott Entz, and Luke Entz, all of Wichita; step grandchildren, Annelise Scates, Las Vegas, NV and Mikaelynn Scates, Benton, KS; and 8 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Lilly Ann Pankratz and Eva Friesen; 4 brothers, Phil, Clarence, Leo, and Ben Thiessen; niece, Janet Bever; and a nephew, Greg Thiessen.Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will take place at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at North Inman Cemetery.&nbsp; Celebration of Life Services will follow at 11:00 AM at the St. Peter’s United Church of Christ.&nbsp; Services will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook Page.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to World Impact or the Inman Museum, both in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; To leave a condolence for the family, visit:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.inmanfh.com/">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Sophia Kathleen Stephens |1935-2023|

Janet Mae Clarke, 87, died April 19, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, surrounded by her children.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born March 16, 1936, in Plevna, to Faye and Ida Mae (Lindahl) Davidson.

Janet was retired from Dillons and spent her retirement years watching her grandchildren grow.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed sewing, gardening and most of all quilting.&nbsp;

On July 1, 1955, Janet married Gary O. Clarke, in Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;They shared over 66 years of marriage prior to his death on September 16, 2021.

Janet is survived by:&nbsp;&nbsp;her children, Lynette (Toby) Morris, Dana Point, CA; Cindy Wise, Olathe, KS, and Pamela (Steve) Adam, Hutchinson; four grandchildren and one great grandson.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp;&nbsp;her parents; husband; one brother and her beloved dog, Sport.

A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit from 12pm to 8pm Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;67501.

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 </figure>Janet Mae Clarke, 87, died April 19, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, surrounded by her children.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born March 16, 1936, in Plevna, to Faye and Ida Mae (Lindahl) Davidson.Janet was retired from Dillons and spent her retirement years watching her grandchildren grow.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed sewing, gardening and most of all quilting.&nbsp;On July 1, 1955, Janet married Gary O. Clarke, in Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;They shared over 66 years of marriage prior to his death on September 16, 2021.Janet is survived by:&nbsp;&nbsp;her children, Lynette (Toby) Morris, Dana Point, CA; Cindy Wise, Olathe, KS, and Pamela (Steve) Adam, Hutchinson; four grandchildren and one great grandson.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp;&nbsp;her parents; husband; one brother and her beloved dog, Sport.A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit from 12pm to 8pm Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;67501.

Janet Mae Clarke |1936-2023|

Rafael "Rocky" Mancera, 61, of Wichita, KS , passed away on April 18, 2023 after a hard battle with pancreatic cancer. Rafa was born on July 11, 1961 in Morelos, Mexico. He went to school to be an architectural engineer but then decided to pursue acting. He was in a few commercials that aired in Mexico. He then became a supervisor at Mision del Sol, a resort/spa in Cuernavaca. He continued to cultivate his skills with cooking while there and met the love of his life, Cecilia. It was a whirlwind romance and they became engaged just two months after meeting. They were married on May 20th, 1988 and wanted to start a family right away. They welcomed their daughter Maria in May of 1989 and then in March of 1994, welcomed their son Rafael. Rafa's favorite sport was soccer, where he followed Club America and the Mexico National Team religiously with his son. He enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family and making everyone around him feel like they were. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Rafael Mancera and Eloisa Enciso. He is survived by his father Rafael Mancera (Estella) of Cuernavaca, wife Cecilia, children Rafael (Kaitie) and Maria, sisters Zoar and Pilar Mancera, and grandson Luca. Celebration of life will be at 4 o'clock p.m. at The Breadbasket in Newton with dinner to follow. If you wish to support the family, please donate to Rafa's Go Fund Me.&nbsp;<a href="https://gofund.me/b6172c33" target="_blank">https://gofund.me/b6172c33</a>

Rafael "Rocky" Mancera, 61, of Wichita, KS , passed away on April 18, 2023 after a hard battle with pancreatic cancer. Rafa was born on July 11, 1961 in Morelos, Mexico. He went to school to be an architectural engineer but then decided to pursue acting. He was in a few commercials that aired in Mexico. He then became a supervisor at Mision del Sol, a resort/spa in Cuernavaca. He continued to cultivate his skills with cooking while there and met the love of his life, Cecilia. It was a whirlwind romance and they became engaged just two months after meeting. They were married on May 20th, 1988 and wanted to start a family right away. They welcomed their daughter Maria in May of 1989 and then in March of 1994, welcomed their son Rafael. Rafa's favorite sport was soccer, where he followed Club America and the Mexico National Team religiously with his son. He enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family and making everyone around him feel like they were. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Rafael Mancera and Eloisa Enciso. He is survived by his father Rafael Mancera (Estella) of Cuernavaca, wife Cecilia, children Rafael (Kaitie) and Maria, sisters Zoar and Pilar Mancera, and grandson Luca. Celebration of life will be at 4 o'clock p.m. at The Breadbasket in Newton with dinner to follow. If you wish to support the family, please donate to Rafa's Go Fund Me.&nbsp;<a href="https://gofund.me/b6172c33" target="_blank">https://gofund.me/b6172c33</a>

Rafael "Rocky" Mancera |1961-2023|

Lyle Andrew “Andy” Flummerfelt passed away on April 14, 2023 in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born December 26, 1947 in Liberal, Kansas to A.A. “Buck” and Virginia (Lyle) Flummerfelt.&nbsp; He was raised in Ulysses, Kansas and graduated from Grant County Rural High School in 1965.&nbsp; He then graduated from Salt City Business College in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; In October 1968 he joined the United States Army.&nbsp; He started Basic Training in Fort Bliss, Texas and went on to Advanced Individual Training as a combat engineer and also Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) school at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He served in the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam from September 1969 to June 1971 completing 1-1/2 tours of duty.

After receiving an honorable discharge from the Army he moved back to Ulysses and went to work for The Happy Painters. They were well known in Southwest Kansas for working hard and playing hard. Several years later he went to work for Woody’s Electric. The memories of those days in his life stayed with Andy forever.&nbsp; In 1982 Andy moved to Hutchinson and went to work for Lowen Corporation for many years. He finished his work career at Graphic Impressions retiring in 2015.

His hobbies were reading, listening to music, playing and watching softball, socializing with friends, and spending time with his family.&nbsp; Andy was always known and loved for his kind heart, his quick wit and his great sense of humor.&nbsp; Oh the stories that could be told!

He is survived by his beloved daughter Erica Flummerfelt of Hutchinson, and stepson Matt Gillespie and his four children of Knoxville, Tennessee; brothers Roger Flummerfelt and Tommy Flummerfelt, and sister Mary Jo Zerr and husband Greg, all of Ulysses; his nieces Ginny, Heather, and Megan and their families; numerous other family and lifetime friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Roberta Flummerfelt.

Military graveside services will be held at the Ulysses Cemetery on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2:00p.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at Corporate East Hotel, 1110 E. Oklahoma Ave, Ulysses, KS, immediately following the graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the&nbsp;Andy Flummerfelt Memorial Fund&nbsp;in care of Golden Plains Credit Union, P.O. Box 868, Ulysses, KS 67880.

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 </figure>Lyle Andrew “Andy” Flummerfelt passed away on April 14, 2023 in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born December 26, 1947 in Liberal, Kansas to A.A. “Buck” and Virginia (Lyle) Flummerfelt.&nbsp; He was raised in Ulysses, Kansas and graduated from Grant County Rural High School in 1965.&nbsp; He then graduated from Salt City Business College in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; In October 1968 he joined the United States Army.&nbsp; He started Basic Training in Fort Bliss, Texas and went on to Advanced Individual Training as a combat engineer and also Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) school at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He served in the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam from September 1969 to June 1971 completing 1-1/2 tours of duty.After receiving an honorable discharge from the Army he moved back to Ulysses and went to work for The Happy Painters. They were well known in Southwest Kansas for working hard and playing hard. Several years later he went to work for Woody’s Electric. The memories of those days in his life stayed with Andy forever.&nbsp; In 1982 Andy moved to Hutchinson and went to work for Lowen Corporation for many years. He finished his work career at Graphic Impressions retiring in 2015.His hobbies were reading, listening to music, playing and watching softball, socializing with friends, and spending time with his family.&nbsp; Andy was always known and loved for his kind heart, his quick wit and his great sense of humor.&nbsp; Oh the stories that could be told!He is survived by his beloved daughter Erica Flummerfelt of Hutchinson, and stepson Matt Gillespie and his four children of Knoxville, Tennessee; brothers Roger Flummerfelt and Tommy Flummerfelt, and sister Mary Jo Zerr and husband Greg, all of Ulysses; his nieces Ginny, Heather, and Megan and their families; numerous other family and lifetime friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Roberta Flummerfelt.Military graveside services will be held at the Ulysses Cemetery on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2:00p.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at Corporate East Hotel, 1110 E. Oklahoma Ave, Ulysses, KS, immediately following the graveside service.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the&nbsp;Andy Flummerfelt Memorial Fund&nbsp;in care of Golden Plains Credit Union, P.O. Box 868, Ulysses, KS 67880.

Lyle Andrew “Andy” Flummerfelt |1947-2023|

Teresa Murillo, 85, died April 18, 2023, at home surrounded by her loved ones.&nbsp; She was born Teresita Berta Reyes in Columbus, NM, to Guadalupe Terrazas Reyes and Amador Z. Reyes Sr. &nbsp;Teresa grew up in Hurley, NM, attending Cobre High School.&nbsp;

Teresa married her husband, Ruben M. Murillo Sr. June 15, 1956, in New Mexico and then moved to Hutchinson. She was a devoted housewife and mother and later in life, Teresa worked as a custodian for 17 years at Hutchinson Community College. Teresa was a 32-year cancer survivor and grateful to the Cancer Council of Reno County.

A lifelong member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Teresa put her faith into action. She loved her prayer group, and was involved with Perpetual Adoration since its inception. Teresa loved praying the Divine Mercy, the Rosary, attending Mass and giving bendiciones/blessings. She was a devoted Catholic, which was the core of her faith foundation. Teresa was dedicated to demonstrating Christ’s love to all who met her.

Survivors are: her children, Ruben Murillo Jr. (Larry Van Sickle) of Henderson, NV, Robert Murillo, Adella Luna and David (Dreda) Murillo, all of Hutchinson; close family friend, Tim Ward, OH; grandchildren, Anthony Delgado, Sal Luna, Lisa (DJ) Chapman, Emily (Nick) Brady and Nicholas Murillo; great-grandchildren, Taiyah, Tyris, Taryn and Nehemiah Chapman, Matthew Delgado and Evelyn Delgado, Alayna and Lilyana Luna; sisters, Maria Moreno, Edna Ordonez, Martha (Andrew) Garcia, Olga (Wero) Huerta, and Rose Marie (Jose) Sierra; and brother-in-law, Frank Viegra. &nbsp;Teresa dearly loved her nieces, nephews and Godchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Ruben M. Murillo Sr.; mother, Guadalupe Terrazas Reyes; father, Amador Z. Reyes Sr.; father and mother-in-law, Baldomero (Adela) Murillo; brothers and sisters-in-law, Amador (Patsy) Reyes Jr. and Irma (Manuel) Huerta; brother-in-law, Cruz Ordonez; sister-in-law Alice Viegra; nephews, Michael Moreno and Amador Reyes III; and her Godchildren, Tanner Flores and Gina Navarro.

The Murillo family will be forever grateful to Traditions Health Hospice Care, especially Julie Carlton, for the loving care provided.

Parish Rosary will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., with Father Eric M. Weldon officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Cancer Council of Reno County or Our Lady of Guadalupe Adoration Chapel, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 North Main, Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

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 </figure>Teresa Murillo, 85, died April 18, 2023, at home surrounded by her loved ones.&nbsp; She was born Teresita Berta Reyes in Columbus, NM, to Guadalupe Terrazas Reyes and Amador Z. Reyes Sr. &nbsp;Teresa grew up in Hurley, NM, attending Cobre High School.&nbsp;Teresa married her husband, Ruben M. Murillo Sr. June 15, 1956, in New Mexico and then moved to Hutchinson. She was a devoted housewife and mother and later in life, Teresa worked as a custodian for 17 years at Hutchinson Community College. Teresa was a 32-year cancer survivor and grateful to the Cancer Council of Reno County.A lifelong member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Teresa put her faith into action. She loved her prayer group, and was involved with Perpetual Adoration since its inception. Teresa loved praying the Divine Mercy, the Rosary, attending Mass and giving bendiciones/blessings. She was a devoted Catholic, which was the core of her faith foundation. Teresa was dedicated to demonstrating Christ’s love to all who met her.Survivors are: her children, Ruben Murillo Jr. (Larry Van Sickle) of Henderson, NV, Robert Murillo, Adella Luna and David (Dreda) Murillo, all of Hutchinson; close family friend, Tim Ward, OH; grandchildren, Anthony Delgado, Sal Luna, Lisa (DJ) Chapman, Emily (Nick) Brady and Nicholas Murillo; great-grandchildren, Taiyah, Tyris, Taryn and Nehemiah Chapman, Matthew Delgado and Evelyn Delgado, Alayna and Lilyana Luna; sisters, Maria Moreno, Edna Ordonez, Martha (Andrew) Garcia, Olga (Wero) Huerta, and Rose Marie (Jose) Sierra; and brother-in-law, Frank Viegra. &nbsp;Teresa dearly loved her nieces, nephews and Godchildren.She was preceded in death by: her husband, Ruben M. Murillo Sr.; mother, Guadalupe Terrazas Reyes; father, Amador Z. Reyes Sr.; father and mother-in-law, Baldomero (Adela) Murillo; brothers and sisters-in-law, Amador (Patsy) Reyes Jr. and Irma (Manuel) Huerta; brother-in-law, Cruz Ordonez; sister-in-law Alice Viegra; nephews, Michael Moreno and Amador Reyes III; and her Godchildren, Tanner Flores and Gina Navarro.The Murillo family will be forever grateful to Traditions Health Hospice Care, especially Julie Carlton, for the loving care provided.Parish Rosary will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., with Father Eric M. Weldon officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Cancer Council of Reno County or Our Lady of Guadalupe Adoration Chapel, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 North Main, Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

Teresa Murillo |1937-2023|

Robert Horace ‘Bob’ Milner III, 93, of Hutchinson, passed away Friday, April 14, 2023, at Hester Care Center-Wesley Towers, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born April 4, 1930, in Chicago, IL, to Robert H. Milner II and Florence Velma (Franklin) Milner.

Bob was a 1948 graduate of Lyons Township High School, La Grange, IL. He received a Business Administration Degree, in 1952, from Knox College, Galesburg, IL, and was a member of the college’s Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity and the ROTC program.&nbsp; Shortly after his college graduation, Bob was commissioned into the United States Army in August 1952.&nbsp; On April 11, 1953, Bob married Olive Ann Waggener, in La Grange, IL, and then he was sent to Korea to serve from July 1953 to May 1954.&nbsp; Upon his return from the service, Bob and Olive made their home in Galesburg, IL for a short time, before moving to Waterloo, IA., where he began working in sales for Rath Packing Company.&nbsp; Bob spent his adult life working in sales for various meat packing companies, ending up in Arkansas City, KS, where he retired in 1996.&nbsp; In 2007, Bob and Olive relocated to Hutchinson, KS, to be closer to family, where he resided until his death.&nbsp;

He was an active railroad fan and photographer from his teenage years, with many of his photos appearing in train-related publications.&nbsp; Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting, and traveling.&nbsp; During Bob’s lifetime, he was a member of various organizations, such as the Hutchinson Rotary Club, American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, and the Burlington Route Historical Society.&nbsp; H was also a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson, KS.

Bob is survived by:&nbsp; his children, Anne (Jack) Wilson, Robert (Jennifer) Milner IV, and Mary (Darrell) Pankratz; daughter-in-law, Lynne Milner; eight grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; two great-great- grandchildren; and numerous other cherished relatives.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; wife, Olive Milner; son, John Milner; and grandson, Kyle Milner.

Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, KS, with the Reverend Dr. J. Ted Blakley officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be 3 p.m. Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Parker Cemetery, Arkansas City, KS.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 2, 2023, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson, KS, Trinity Episcopal Church, Arkansas City, or Burlington Route Historical Society, La Grange, IL, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory. 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Robert Horace ‘Bob’ Milner III, 93, of Hutchinson, passed away Friday, April 14, 2023, at Hester Care Center-Wesley Towers, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born April 4, 1930, in Chicago, IL, to Robert H. Milner II and Florence Velma (Franklin) Milner.Bob was a 1948 graduate of Lyons Township High School, La Grange, IL. He received a Business Administration Degree, in 1952, from Knox College, Galesburg, IL, and was a member of the college’s Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity and the ROTC program.&nbsp; Shortly after his college graduation, Bob was commissioned into the United States Army in August 1952.&nbsp; On April 11, 1953, Bob married Olive Ann Waggener, in La Grange, IL, and then he was sent to Korea to serve from July 1953 to May 1954.&nbsp; Upon his return from the service, Bob and Olive made their home in Galesburg, IL for a short time, before moving to Waterloo, IA., where he began working in sales for Rath Packing Company.&nbsp; Bob spent his adult life working in sales for various meat packing companies, ending up in Arkansas City, KS, where he retired in 1996.&nbsp; In 2007, Bob and Olive relocated to Hutchinson, KS, to be closer to family, where he resided until his death.&nbsp;He was an active railroad fan and photographer from his teenage years, with many of his photos appearing in train-related publications.&nbsp; Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting, and traveling.&nbsp; During Bob’s lifetime, he was a member of various organizations, such as the Hutchinson Rotary Club, American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, and the Burlington Route Historical Society.&nbsp; H was also a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson, KS.Bob is survived by:&nbsp; his children, Anne (Jack) Wilson, Robert (Jennifer) Milner IV, and Mary (Darrell) Pankratz; daughter-in-law, Lynne Milner; eight grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; two great-great- grandchildren; and numerous other cherished relatives.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; wife, Olive Milner; son, John Milner; and grandson, Kyle Milner.Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, KS, with the Reverend Dr. J. Ted Blakley officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be 3 p.m. Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Parker Cemetery, Arkansas City, KS.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 2, 2023, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson, KS, Trinity Episcopal Church, Arkansas City, or Burlington Route Historical Society, La Grange, IL, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory. 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Robert Horace ‘Bob’ Milner III |1930-2023|

Geraldine Ann (Bousser) Menges, 89, passed away in Ellinwood, KS on April 18th, 2023. Born in Wichita, KS on August 1st, 1933 she was the daughter of Gardy L. and Mabel R. (Downey) Bousser. A longtime Ellinwood resident Geraldine married Gerald F. Menges on October 8th, 1951 at St. Joseph Cathedral in Wichita, KS.&nbsp; In addition to taking care of a household with 9 children Geraldine was owner of Jerry's Burger house (Great Bend), and Menges rental/fireworks.&nbsp;She also did the books for Menges electric, worked as a nurses aid, and waitress.&nbsp;

Memberships include St. Joseph Catholic Church, Altar Society, Ellinwood City Council, American Legion Aux. Club, Daughters of Isabella regent, and State regent.&nbsp;

Survivors include 6 children, Mary (David) Tudor, Margaret Ferguson, Mark (Tracy) Menges, Melinda Adams, Michelle (Donavon) Jones, Michel (Tara) Menges, 27 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren, and 19 great-great-grandchildren. Geraldine was preceded in death by husband, Gerald Frances Menges; sister, Barbara Harris; sons, Michael and Matthew Menges; daughter, Millie Menges; granddaughter, Monika Menges; grandson, Jeremy Adams; and great-great-granddaughter, Maleah Menges.&nbsp;

Funeral mass will take place 10:00 AM, Friday, April 21st at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. Visitation will take place Wednesday, April 19th from 2-5 PM with 3 PM Altar Society Rosary at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood. Vigil service will begin Wednesday at 7 PM at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph School in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

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 </figure>Geraldine Ann (Bousser) Menges, 89, passed away in Ellinwood, KS on April 18th, 2023. Born in Wichita, KS on August 1st, 1933 she was the daughter of Gardy L. and Mabel R. (Downey) Bousser. A longtime Ellinwood resident Geraldine married Gerald F. Menges on October 8th, 1951 at St. Joseph Cathedral in Wichita, KS.&nbsp; In addition to taking care of a household with 9 children Geraldine was owner of Jerry's Burger house (Great Bend), and Menges rental/fireworks.&nbsp;She also did the books for Menges electric, worked as a nurses aid, and waitress.&nbsp;Memberships include St. Joseph Catholic Church, Altar Society, Ellinwood City Council, American Legion Aux. Club, Daughters of Isabella regent, and State regent.&nbsp;Survivors include 6 children, Mary (David) Tudor, Margaret Ferguson, Mark (Tracy) Menges, Melinda Adams, Michelle (Donavon) Jones, Michel (Tara) Menges, 27 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren, and 19 great-great-grandchildren. Geraldine was preceded in death by husband, Gerald Frances Menges; sister, Barbara Harris; sons, Michael and Matthew Menges; daughter, Millie Menges; granddaughter, Monika Menges; grandson, Jeremy Adams; and great-great-granddaughter, Maleah Menges.&nbsp;Funeral mass will take place 10:00 AM, Friday, April 21st at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. Visitation will take place Wednesday, April 19th from 2-5 PM with 3 PM Altar Society Rosary at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood. Vigil service will begin Wednesday at 7 PM at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph School in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

Geraldine Ann (Bousser) Menges |1933-2023|

Kathy Jean (LeGault) Lutman, age 70, passed away April 17, 2023, after a long battle with radiation treatment complications.&nbsp;

Kathy was born October 31, 1952 in Tacoma, Washington, to Harold LeGault and Anne Welsh.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kathy grew up in Neosho, MO, where she graduated high school. She worked as a waitress, a bank processor, bowling alley clerk, grocery store checker and worked for Pfizer in McPherson as a Group Leader. Her favorite things were laking or sitting poolside in the sun and enjoying her family.She is survived by her 3 children, Deena (Brad) Gundel, Washburn, MO, Teresa (Shanley) Loffer, Ellsworth, KS, and Kristy (Alan) Horton, McPherson KS; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Linda Haller, Lucia LeGault, and brothers, Joey LeGault, Linn LeGault, Kenny LeGault.Kathy is preceded in death by her parents, stepparents, ex-husband Steve Lutman and two brothers, Jonathan (Joe) LeGault and James Welsh.

Kathy will be cremated and there will be a party in her honor at her pool on July 15, 2023. She will be placed next to Steve Lutman at Elmwood Cemetery Lindsborg the following day.&nbsp; She has requested any memorial contributions be made to the charity of each person's choice.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Kathy Jean (LeGault) Lutman, age 70, passed away April 17, 2023, after a long battle with radiation treatment complications.&nbsp; Kathy was born October 31, 1952 in Tacoma, Washington, to Harold LeGault and Anne Welsh.&nbsp;&nbsp; Kathy grew up in Neosho, MO, where she graduated high school. She worked as a waitress, a bank processor, bowling alley clerk, grocery store checker and worked for Pfizer in McPherson as a Group Leader. Her favorite things were laking or sitting poolside in the sun and enjoying her family.She is survived by her 3 children, Deena (Brad) Gundel, Washburn, MO, Teresa (Shanley) Loffer, Ellsworth, KS, and Kristy (Alan) Horton, McPherson KS; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Linda Haller, Lucia LeGault, and brothers, Joey LeGault, Linn LeGault, Kenny LeGault.Kathy is preceded in death by her parents, stepparents, ex-husband Steve Lutman and two brothers, Jonathan (Joe) LeGault and James Welsh. Kathy will be cremated and there will be a party in her honor at her pool on July 15, 2023. She will be placed next to Steve Lutman at Elmwood Cemetery Lindsborg the following day.&nbsp; She has requested any memorial contributions be made to the charity of each person's choice.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Kathy Jean (LeGault) Lutman |1952-2023|

Our loving mother departed to heaven on April 15, 2023 at the age of 70. 

Linda was born August 22, 1952 to Grandville and DeEtta Davis.&nbsp;

Linda is survived by her three loving children, John (Angel) Gillihan of Newton, Sherry Witt (Jeff) of Hutchinson and Gary Brown Jr. (Stacy) of Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Linda has several siblings, Jerrie (Bill) Pitts of Hutchinson, Barbara (Norman) of Hutchinson, Theresa (Gary) Salmans of Leoti and Johnny Davis of Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Linda has several nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. Linda has 11 grandchildren with 19 great-grandchildren. Linda loved all her grandchildren with all her heart. They were her pride and joy.&nbsp;

Linda worked for First Call for Help (SER) in Hutchinson. Linda enjoyed volunteer work and her dog, Snickers. Linda would help anyone, even if she didn't know you.&nbsp;

Everyone loved Linda's macaroni salad and German chocolate cake. That surely will be missed dearly, like her.&nbsp;

A Celebration of Life for Linda will be held on April 29, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Hutchinson Friends Church at 1200 East 14th.

Any donations or food can be brought to the church.

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 </figure>Our loving mother departed to heaven on April 15, 2023 at the age of 70. Linda was born August 22, 1952 to Grandville and DeEtta Davis.&nbsp;Linda is survived by her three loving children, John (Angel) Gillihan of Newton, Sherry Witt (Jeff) of Hutchinson and Gary Brown Jr. (Stacy) of Hutchinson.&nbsp;Linda has several siblings, Jerrie (Bill) Pitts of Hutchinson, Barbara (Norman) of Hutchinson, Theresa (Gary) Salmans of Leoti and Johnny Davis of Hutchinson.&nbsp;Linda has several nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. Linda has 11 grandchildren with 19 great-grandchildren. Linda loved all her grandchildren with all her heart. They were her pride and joy.&nbsp;Linda worked for First Call for Help (SER) in Hutchinson. Linda enjoyed volunteer work and her dog, Snickers. Linda would help anyone, even if she didn't know you.&nbsp;Everyone loved Linda's macaroni salad and German chocolate cake. That surely will be missed dearly, like her.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life for Linda will be held on April 29, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Hutchinson Friends Church at 1200 East 14th.Any donations or food can be brought to the church.

Linda K. Davis (Brown) |1952-2023|

Doris J. Bazil, 89, passed away on April 16, 2023, at Newton Presbyterian Manor in Newton, Kansas.

She was born on June 17, 1933, in Newton, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard Sr. and Lillian (Patrick) Rodgers.

On July 5, 1953, Doris was united in marriage to David W. Bazil Sr. in the Church of the Brethren in Newton. The couple was married for 61 years prior to David’s passing in 2015.

She was a member of the Church of the Brethren.

Doris is survived by her granddaughter, Ashleigh (Joe) Parker; great-grandchildren Holden, Emmett, and Sawyer.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David Bazil Sr.; parents, Leonard Sr. and Lillian Rodgers; and son, David Bazil Jr..

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Petersen Funeral Home in Newton. A visitation will take place prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

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 </figure>Doris J. Bazil, 89, passed away on April 16, 2023, at Newton Presbyterian Manor in Newton, Kansas.She was born on June 17, 1933, in Newton, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard Sr. and Lillian (Patrick) Rodgers.On July 5, 1953, Doris was united in marriage to David W. Bazil Sr. in the Church of the Brethren in Newton. The couple was married for 61 years prior to David’s passing in 2015.She was a member of the Church of the Brethren.Doris is survived by her granddaughter, Ashleigh (Joe) Parker; great-grandchildren Holden, Emmett, and Sawyer.She was preceded in death by her husband, David Bazil Sr.; parents, Leonard Sr. and Lillian Rodgers; and son, David Bazil Jr..A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Petersen Funeral Home in Newton. A visitation will take place prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Doris J. Bazil |1933-2023|

Vanessa J. Leite, PhD., passed away on April 7, 2023, after a short, yet courageous, battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loved ones throughout her battle and at her passing. Her strength and grace during her cancer fight was profound and she never once complained or felt sorry for herself.

Vanessa was born on May 16, 1978, to Armin and Elizabeth (Unruh) Klassen in Filadelfia, Paraguay. During her early years, you could always find her playing outside in the dirt with the dogs, playing with her friends, visiting at her grandparents’ house, getting treats from Oma, fixing something with Opa, or swimming in their pool (once we got all the frogs out of course). She had a wonderful childhood in Paraguay.

In 1983, Vanessa, her mom, and her sisters, Tanya and Olivia, moved to Newton, KS. After living there a short time, her mom met and married Alcione (Al) Leite in 1984. This union brought Vanessa a brother and a favorite playmate, Dustin Leite. &nbsp;In 1986, Al adopted all three of the girls, and we all became the Leite Family.

Throughout her life, Vanessa would make fast friends with anyone. Her sense of humor and shenanigans always made her someone that people gravitated towards. Her laugh was one of the BEST laughs ever and if you could get her laughing, it made you feel like you were on top of the world. The loss of her is felt deeply by hundreds of people, all who felt an intense connection to her.

Vanessa loved to play sports, especially soccer, and was always stronger and faster than most of the boys. In fact, there were times, as a child, that people thought she was a boy because of how she dressed and behaved. Some of her favorite things to do were to ride her banana seat bike around town, play kick the can, climb trees, beat her siblings in Super Mario, make forts, and go mess around down by Sand Creek and hope that we didn’t fall in. She also enjoyed watching scary movies while one of her sisters sat on the stairs as a lookout for her parents, so she could warn her if she needed to turn off the movie quickly. One year for Christmas, our brother put her present in a Barbie box, and Vanessa opened it and started crying. She DID NOT want a Barbie! Once she opened the box, she was relieved to see that it was actually an action figure.

Vanessa attended Newton Public School and graduated in 1996. After graduation, she attended Cowley County Community College for one year before transferring to Bethel College. She graduated from Bethel College in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and German, which had been her first language in Paraguay. While at Bethel, she studied abroad in Germany and Costa Rica and played forward on the women’s soccer team. She is still one of the top three goal scorers there with 103 goals scored.

Bethel is also where she met the love of her life, Matthew Westerman, and the group of women that she would call her best friends for 24+ years. She had an intense bond with these women, and they had many adventures and trips over the years. Most memorable were their float trips on the Elk River where she always made sure to give her “Vanessa glare” at the men trying to vye for their attention. She made sure to spend a couple of days with them when she would come home for the holidays.

After graduation from Bethel, Vanessa did voluntary service at the Richard M. Cohen AIDS hospice in San Francisco, CA; where she helped homeless men who were dying from AIDS. This experience really opened her heart to those in need, and she gave of her time and talents throughout her life. After working at the hospice, she moved back to Newton and worked at Prairie View Mental Health Hospital for several years.

In 2005, Vanessa moved to Kansas City where she became a certified personal trainer. During that time, she specialized in training women and helping them feel more confident inside and out. She also began competing in figure competitions and won several trophies. She spent many weekends traveling back to Newton or McPherson to love on and spoil her six nephews. Being Auntie Nessa was one of her titles that she was most proud of.

In 2011, Vanessa moved to Fresno, CA to attend Alliant University to study Forensic Psychology. She earned her doctorate in Forensic Psychology in 2016. She began her career with Coalinga State Hospital as an intern in 2015 and over the next 8 years, she would work her way up to Senior Psychologist Specialist in the Assessment Center.

In May 2018, she opened K &amp; L Clinical Forensic Practice with her best friend and business partner, Tamar Kenworthy, PsyD., who had been her professor at Alliant University. In her practice, Vanessa was a mentor to doctoral students, and she was highly respected, both personally and professionally, by the various individuals that she worked with. She worked with local courts and attorneys conducting forensic evaluations and assessments of clients. She was extremely goal-oriented and always looked for ways to expand their practice.

In Fresno, Vanessa enjoyed hiking, watching movies and the Golden Girls, hanging out with friends at the local wineries, taking trips to the beach, and working out. She worked out at Title 29 Fitness where it was known that the men working out would peek over and see what she was lifting so that they could add just a little more weight to their bar!! Vanessa really enjoyed eating and was known to eat several plates of food and then ask if she could eat everyone else’s leftovers. Her favorite food was anything that her mom, Betty, would cook, especially Brazilian food. She loved spending time with her precious rescue dogs, Moose, Bear, and Zero and with her best friend, Tamar and her sons, Logan and Cole. Vanessa was a second mother to those boys and had a special bond with them.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Robert G. and Myrtle Unruh, fiancé, Matthew Westerman, a nephew, Gabriel Fetsch, and biological father, Armin Klassen.

She is survived by her parents, Alcione (Al) and Elizabeth (Betty) Leite, her sisters, Tanya Leite, Olivia Fetsch (Clay), Sophia Klassen (Bruno González), and Pia Klassen, and brother, Dustin Leite, as well as her step-mother, Bodil Klassen, brother-in-law, Jeremy Chalfant, and her nephews, Ayden, Sylas, Corbyn, and Zeke Chalfant; Owen and Dylan Fetsch; Bruno Gabriel González and nieces, Isabella Maldonado and Viktoria González. She is also survived by a host of family members and friends in Brazil, Paraguay, Germany and Austria as well as in the US.

Vanessa’s wishes were to have her ashes spread at her grandfather’s experimental farm in The Chaco, Paraguay. Her family and friends will travel there in 2024.

A Celebration of Life is planned for May 28, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Cru Winery in Madera, CA. A second Celebration of Life will be on June 4, 2023, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Grace Hill Winery in Whitewater, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fresnobullyrescue.org/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1681838795533945&amp;usg=AOvVaw2PiUiYhkq0fCWh49bM25q1" target="_blank">https://fresnobullyrescue.org/</a>&nbsp;(or your local animal rescue) or to the Women and Children Combating Cancer Grant at the McPherson County Community Foundation&nbsp;<a href="https://mccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1276" target="_blank">https://mccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1276</a>.

Memorial donations may be sent to Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp; Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>Vanessa J. Leite, PhD., passed away on April 7, 2023, after a short, yet courageous, battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loved ones throughout her battle and at her passing. Her strength and grace during her cancer fight was profound and she never once complained or felt sorry for herself.Vanessa was born on May 16, 1978, to Armin and Elizabeth (Unruh) Klassen in Filadelfia, Paraguay. During her early years, you could always find her playing outside in the dirt with the dogs, playing with her friends, visiting at her grandparents’ house, getting treats from Oma, fixing something with Opa, or swimming in their pool (once we got all the frogs out of course). She had a wonderful childhood in Paraguay.In 1983, Vanessa, her mom, and her sisters, Tanya and Olivia, moved to Newton, KS. After living there a short time, her mom met and married Alcione (Al) Leite in 1984. This union brought Vanessa a brother and a favorite playmate, Dustin Leite. &nbsp;In 1986, Al adopted all three of the girls, and we all became the Leite Family.Throughout her life, Vanessa would make fast friends with anyone. Her sense of humor and shenanigans always made her someone that people gravitated towards. Her laugh was one of the BEST laughs ever and if you could get her laughing, it made you feel like you were on top of the world. The loss of her is felt deeply by hundreds of people, all who felt an intense connection to her.Vanessa loved to play sports, especially soccer, and was always stronger and faster than most of the boys. In fact, there were times, as a child, that people thought she was a boy because of how she dressed and behaved. Some of her favorite things to do were to ride her banana seat bike around town, play kick the can, climb trees, beat her siblings in Super Mario, make forts, and go mess around down by Sand Creek and hope that we didn’t fall in. She also enjoyed watching scary movies while one of her sisters sat on the stairs as a lookout for her parents, so she could warn her if she needed to turn off the movie quickly. One year for Christmas, our brother put her present in a Barbie box, and Vanessa opened it and started crying. She DID NOT want a Barbie! Once she opened the box, she was relieved to see that it was actually an action figure.Vanessa attended Newton Public School and graduated in 1996. After graduation, she attended Cowley County Community College for one year before transferring to Bethel College. She graduated from Bethel College in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and German, which had been her first language in Paraguay. While at Bethel, she studied abroad in Germany and Costa Rica and played forward on the women’s soccer team. She is still one of the top three goal scorers there with 103 goals scored.Bethel is also where she met the love of her life, Matthew Westerman, and the group of women that she would call her best friends for 24+ years. She had an intense bond with these women, and they had many adventures and trips over the years. Most memorable were their float trips on the Elk River where she always made sure to give her “Vanessa glare” at the men trying to vye for their attention. She made sure to spend a couple of days with them when she would come home for the holidays.After graduation from Bethel, Vanessa did voluntary service at the Richard M. Cohen AIDS hospice in San Francisco, CA; where she helped homeless men who were dying from AIDS. This experience really opened her heart to those in need, and she gave of her time and talents throughout her life. After working at the hospice, she moved back to Newton and worked at Prairie View Mental Health Hospital for several years.In 2005, Vanessa moved to Kansas City where she became a certified personal trainer. During that time, she specialized in training women and helping them feel more confident inside and out. She also began competing in figure competitions and won several trophies. She spent many weekends traveling back to Newton or McPherson to love on and spoil her six nephews. Being Auntie Nessa was one of her titles that she was most proud of.In 2011, Vanessa moved to Fresno, CA to attend Alliant University to study Forensic Psychology. She earned her doctorate in Forensic Psychology in 2016. She began her career with Coalinga State Hospital as an intern in 2015 and over the next 8 years, she would work her way up to Senior Psychologist Specialist in the Assessment Center.In May 2018, she opened K &amp; L Clinical Forensic Practice with her best friend and business partner, Tamar Kenworthy, PsyD., who had been her professor at Alliant University. In her practice, Vanessa was a mentor to doctoral students, and she was highly respected, both personally and professionally, by the various individuals that she worked with. She worked with local courts and attorneys conducting forensic evaluations and assessments of clients. She was extremely goal-oriented and always looked for ways to expand their practice.In Fresno, Vanessa enjoyed hiking, watching movies and the Golden Girls, hanging out with friends at the local wineries, taking trips to the beach, and working out. She worked out at Title 29 Fitness where it was known that the men working out would peek over and see what she was lifting so that they could add just a little more weight to their bar!! Vanessa really enjoyed eating and was known to eat several plates of food and then ask if she could eat everyone else’s leftovers. Her favorite food was anything that her mom, Betty, would cook, especially Brazilian food. She loved spending time with her precious rescue dogs, Moose, Bear, and Zero and with her best friend, Tamar and her sons, Logan and Cole. Vanessa was a second mother to those boys and had a special bond with them.She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Robert G. and Myrtle Unruh, fiancé, Matthew Westerman, a nephew, Gabriel Fetsch, and biological father, Armin Klassen.She is survived by her parents, Alcione (Al) and Elizabeth (Betty) Leite, her sisters, Tanya Leite, Olivia Fetsch (Clay), Sophia Klassen (Bruno González), and Pia Klassen, and brother, Dustin Leite, as well as her step-mother, Bodil Klassen, brother-in-law, Jeremy Chalfant, and her nephews, Ayden, Sylas, Corbyn, and Zeke Chalfant; Owen and Dylan Fetsch; Bruno Gabriel González and nieces, Isabella Maldonado and Viktoria González. She is also survived by a host of family members and friends in Brazil, Paraguay, Germany and Austria as well as in the US.Vanessa’s wishes were to have her ashes spread at her grandfather’s experimental farm in The Chaco, Paraguay. Her family and friends will travel there in 2024.A Celebration of Life is planned for May 28, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Cru Winery in Madera, CA. A second Celebration of Life will be on June 4, 2023, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Grace Hill Winery in Whitewater, KS.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fresnobullyrescue.org/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1681838795533945&amp;usg=AOvVaw2PiUiYhkq0fCWh49bM25q1" target="_blank">https://fresnobullyrescue.org/</a>&nbsp;(or your local animal rescue) or to the Women and Children Combating Cancer Grant at the McPherson County Community Foundation&nbsp;<a href="https://mccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1276" target="_blank">https://mccf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1276</a>.Memorial donations may be sent to Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp; Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Vanessa J. Leite, PhD |1978-2023|

Gloria L. Roe, 91, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2023, at McPherson Hospital following a brief illness.&nbsp;

Gloria was born on September 2, 1931, in Green, KS.&nbsp; In 1960, the young family moved to McPherson, KS.&nbsp; She worked for several area businesses as a bookkeeper and ended her career as an associate with Walmart when they opened a new store in McPherson.&nbsp;

Gloria valued that she was able to live her entire life independently and “Independent” she was!&nbsp; She will be remembered by many for the pastries and cookies that she baked almost daily and shared with everyone.

She is survived by her daughter, Nancy (Richard) Luthi of McPherson, KS; former daughter-in-law, Becky Roe, of Greenville, MS; seven grandchildren, Tennille (Curtis) Finklea, Wendy Roe Bell, Greg Roe, Shannon (Jennifer) Luthi, Brandon Luthi (Sherry Peterson), Kelli (Tor) Farley, and Tennille (Trey) Hilyard; and 16 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She also held a very special place in her heart for Claire Wiens, whom she always considered one of her own grandchildren.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her son, Danny Roe, one brother, and one sister.

As per Gloria’s request, no services are planned.

Memorial donations may be given to St. Anne’s Episcopal Church or McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

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 </figure>Gloria L. Roe, 91, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2023, at McPherson Hospital following a brief illness.&nbsp;Gloria was born on September 2, 1931, in Green, KS.&nbsp; In 1960, the young family moved to McPherson, KS.&nbsp; She worked for several area businesses as a bookkeeper and ended her career as an associate with Walmart when they opened a new store in McPherson.&nbsp;Gloria valued that she was able to live her entire life independently and “Independent” she was!&nbsp; She will be remembered by many for the pastries and cookies that she baked almost daily and shared with everyone.She is survived by her daughter, Nancy (Richard) Luthi of McPherson, KS; former daughter-in-law, Becky Roe, of Greenville, MS; seven grandchildren, Tennille (Curtis) Finklea, Wendy Roe Bell, Greg Roe, Shannon (Jennifer) Luthi, Brandon Luthi (Sherry Peterson), Kelli (Tor) Farley, and Tennille (Trey) Hilyard; and 16 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She also held a very special place in her heart for Claire Wiens, whom she always considered one of her own grandchildren.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her son, Danny Roe, one brother, and one sister.As per Gloria’s request, no services are planned.Memorial donations may be given to St. Anne’s Episcopal Church or McPherson County Humane Society in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Gloria L. Roe |1931-2023|

Tom M. “Turtle” Tregellas, 76, died April 12, 2023, in Hutchinson, KS. He was born January 26, 1947, in Pratt, to John H. and Martha J. (Justice) Tregellas.

Tom was a U.S. Marine Corps Reserve veteran from the Vietnam War. During his life, he enjoyed being a truck driver. He loved taking long drives with his two dogs. Tom was a good friend.

Tom is survived by: his sister, Mary Caroline Stucky, Raymore, MO; nephew, Eric Stucky; and niece, Susan Knapp.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary with Gary Getting officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps Honor Guard. Friends may call from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday.

<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY4MTg1NjgxODI0Njc5NiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the livestream service.</a>

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Tom Tregellas Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Tom M. “Turtle” Tregellas, 76, died April 12, 2023, in Hutchinson, KS. He was born January 26, 1947, in Pratt, to John H. and Martha J. (Justice) Tregellas.Tom was a U.S. Marine Corps Reserve veteran from the Vietnam War. During his life, he enjoyed being a truck driver. He loved taking long drives with his two dogs. Tom was a good friend.Tom is survived by: his sister, Mary Caroline Stucky, Raymore, MO; nephew, Eric Stucky; and niece, Susan Knapp.He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary with Gary Getting officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps Honor Guard. Friends may call from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY4MTg1NjgxODI0Njc5NiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the livestream service.</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Tom Tregellas Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Tom M. “Turtle” Tregellas |1947-2023|

James Dean Brown, 89, of Beeler, Kansas, passed away on April 17, 2023 at Shawnee Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center, Overland Park, Kansas.

James, known by most as Jim, was born to George Mason and Carrie Etta (Smith) Brown on July 14, 1933, on the family farm in Alamota, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Dighton High School&nbsp; and enlisted in the Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He served as a paratrooper and completed 27 jumps and had many adventures in Greece including a meeting with some suspicious farmers with pitchforks during one landing.&nbsp; He liked to travel but returned home to help on the farm.&nbsp; He worked on the railroad and retired from the Union Pacific as a foreman in&nbsp;1997.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He&nbsp;continued to farm, share jokes with friends and family on email, and explore herbal cures and natural remedies.&nbsp; He liked to stay abreast of technology and built several televisions.&nbsp; He enjoyed keeping up with the news on his computer, using Amazon Alexa and good food, particularly ice cream.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a&nbsp;quiet man, practical yet stubbornly optimist, who dared to dream impossible dreams. Jim marched to his own drum and loved&nbsp; the only way he knew how.&nbsp; He said 90% of success in life was just showing up and he made sure that he showed up for his family and friends.

Jim said that he was ready to move on to his other dimension and looked forward to being reunited with beloved daughter Jamie Dea who proceeded him in death in 1978. Jim was also predeceased by his parents, George and Carrie, his sisters Vera Whipple, Velma Stramel, Kitty Fisher, his brother William Brown and nephews Terry Brown and Dick Stramel.&nbsp;

Jim is survived by his daughter, Misty Brown Polo and Matteo Polo (Kansas City), son James G. Brown (Hutchinson), his step-daughter Lorrie Little (Salina) and step-son Marlin Portenier (Dodge City),&nbsp;granddaughters Annagrace and Giulietta and grandsons&nbsp;Damon, Jamon and Gianluca and 25 step grand and great grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on April 21, 2023, at the Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, Kansas followed by burial in the Dighton Cemetery, Dighton, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a hospice house in Jim's name or simply treating yourself to an ice cream in his honor.

James Dean Brown, 89, of Beeler, Kansas, passed away on April 17, 2023 at Shawnee Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center, Overland Park, Kansas.James, known by most as Jim, was born to George Mason and Carrie Etta (Smith) Brown on July 14, 1933, on the family farm in Alamota, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Dighton High School&nbsp; and enlisted in the Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He served as a paratrooper and completed 27 jumps and had many adventures in Greece including a meeting with some suspicious farmers with pitchforks during one landing.&nbsp; He liked to travel but returned home to help on the farm.&nbsp; He worked on the railroad and retired from the Union Pacific as a foreman in&nbsp;1997.&nbsp;&nbsp;He&nbsp;continued to farm, share jokes with friends and family on email, and explore herbal cures and natural remedies.&nbsp; He liked to stay abreast of technology and built several televisions.&nbsp; He enjoyed keeping up with the news on his computer, using Amazon Alexa and good food, particularly ice cream.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a&nbsp;quiet man, practical yet stubbornly optimist, who dared to dream impossible dreams. Jim marched to his own drum and loved&nbsp; the only way he knew how.&nbsp; He said 90% of success in life was just showing up and he made sure that he showed up for his family and friends.Jim said that he was ready to move on to his other dimension and looked forward to being reunited with beloved daughter Jamie Dea who proceeded him in death in 1978. Jim was also predeceased by his parents, George and Carrie, his sisters Vera Whipple, Velma Stramel, Kitty Fisher, his brother William Brown and nephews Terry Brown and Dick Stramel.&nbsp;Jim is survived by his daughter, Misty Brown Polo and Matteo Polo (Kansas City), son James G. Brown (Hutchinson), his step-daughter Lorrie Little (Salina) and step-son Marlin Portenier (Dodge City),&nbsp;granddaughters Annagrace and Giulietta and grandsons&nbsp;Damon, Jamon and Gianluca and 25 step grand and great grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on April 21, 2023, at the Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, Kansas followed by burial in the Dighton Cemetery, Dighton, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a hospice house in Jim's name or simply treating yourself to an ice cream in his honor.

James Dean Brown |1933-2023|

Willard Funk, the third of five children, was born on February 8, 1952, to Roy and Mary Ann (Rempel) Funk at Bethesda Hospital in Goessel, Kansas.

He attended Cresswell, a one room country school 6 miles south of Hillsboro from first through third grade. He was sure to inform his first-grade teacher, Frieda Suderman, that "I don't know nuttin." The country schools consolidated, and he began fourth grade in the Hillsboro schools. He was baptized and became a member of Brudertal Mennonite Church, which later united with Johannestal Church and became Trinity Mennonite Church. He represented the youth by turning the first shovel at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Trinity Mennonite Church on May 15, 1966.

Fifty-seven years later, Will attended the final church service at Trinity Mennonite Church on Easter Sunday April 9, 2023. Barely able to speak and stand, he stood up and shared with the congregation what the church and the Christian doctrine had meant to him in his formative years and was the "foundation on which he was standing today."

He grew up on a dairy farm five miles southwest of Hillsboro, where he learned work ethic and commitment, doing daily chores, milking cows and everything that goes with that occupation. He graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1969 and entered the workforce, first at Donahue in Durham and then Hillsboro Industries.

On a chance meeting through a mutual friend, Willard met Janet Schmidt. What started out to be a casual acquaintance culminated in Holy matrimony on December 28, 1974, at the Lehigh Mennonite Church. They lived in Lehigh, Kansas, where on September 13, 1978, they were blessed with a son, Marshal Craig. After a few years, they moved to McPherson. They joined the First Baptist Church where he was involved in the worship team, singing and playing guitar or banjo. He was employed at Hesston Corporation (now known as AGCO), McPherson Sanitation Department, and most recently, Farmers Alliance.

He was a caregiver for Janet as she fought breast cancer for three years. She passed away on June 9, 2006. As he continued life in McPherson, attending First Baptist Church, he became better acquainted with Mary Shaw, who also had musical interests. When the time was right, he asked Connor, Mary's son, for her hand in marriage and proceeded with his proposal plan, conspiring with Mary's employer, People's Bank &amp; Trust. On a lunch date at Main Street Deli across the street from People's Bank, Will asked about the temperature causing Mary to look across the street and on the People's lighted outdoor marquee sign, she read "Mary, what is your interest in marrying me?" Her reply, "100%." They united their lives in marriage on September 27, 2008, in an outdoor ceremony on a gorgeous fall morning, at the residence of a friend. His family now included two more sons, Ryan and Connor Shaw. He loved Mary's family like his own and loved sharing jokes with Camden, his 11-year-old grandson.

Will loved the outdoors and would never turn down an opportunity to enjoy a campfire, always&nbsp; bringing his guitar and being the entertainment for the evening. His family will never forget the Father's Day FUNKtion Camp Out at Marion Reservoir when he performed his "Funk Daddy" rap, dressed for the part complete with bling; then the next morning leading the worship service with a well thought out meditation. His repertoire included "De Lime in de Coconut",&nbsp;a camp site favorite, which was always requested by great nieces and nephews. After his vision had declined in 2016, he was asked to play guitar at his Uncle Johnnie Rempel's memorial service. He chose one of his favorite songs that he had memorized and didn't need to see music for; "Come Thou Fount."

When severely impaired vision forced him to retire, he continued his upbeat positive spirit. He did daily walks, continued to do yard work and had meals ready when Mary came home from work. He was legally blind, but spending time around him, one would often forget, because he tried very hard to remain independent.

Will enjoyed day trips to small Kansas towns and rides in the country. He attended weekly meetings with the Band of Brothers at church. Time spent with family and friends was a priority. Morning devotions and daily bible reading started his days off and kept him centered.

Four years after having melanoma removed from his arm, it returned in his brain and lung. He continued his positive attitude through treatment. The death of his son, Marshal, in June of 2022 was an extremely difficult time; and was the beginning of a rapid decline in his health. Mary continued to be a constant helping companion, knowing just how much assistance and independence to give him. When, after scans showed the immunotherapy treatments weren't helping to control the lung cancer, Will went on Hospice care on April 12. Some of his last audible words were, "We will all be together again." He peacefully entered his eternal rest, where "we will all be together again" on Saturday evening April 15, 2023. Praise God for His unspeakable (indescribable) gift! II Corinthians 9:15. Many of us can concur with Mary's sentiments, "I am a better person for having known him." He had a humble spirit and a quiet sense of humor that will be missed by many.

Celebrating his life and mourning his loss are his wife, Mary; her sons, Ryan (Jordan) Shaw, their children, Camden, Emercyn and Nolan of Cheney, Kansas and Connor Shaw of Kansas City, Kansas. Also surviving are his brothers, Gerald (Sharon) of Hillsboro, Kansas, Myron (Rochelle) of Wichita, Kansas, Lyle (Elaine) of Hillsboro, Kansas and sister, Elaine (Jim) Baker of Hillsboro, Kansas, his aunt, Lenora Gehring of Moundridge, Kansas, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Roy and Mary Ann (Rempel) Funk, first wife, Janet (Schmidt) Funk, and son, Marshal Craig Funk.

A graveside service will be held at 9:30 AM, Friday, April 21, at the McPherson Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at 11:00 AM, Friday, at the First Baptist Church with Pastor John Pattison officiating.

Memorial donations may be given to the First Baptist Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>Willard Funk, the third of five children, was born on February 8, 1952, to Roy and Mary Ann (Rempel) Funk at Bethesda Hospital in Goessel, Kansas.He attended Cresswell, a one room country school 6 miles south of Hillsboro from first through third grade. He was sure to inform his first-grade teacher, Frieda Suderman, that "I don't know nuttin." The country schools consolidated, and he began fourth grade in the Hillsboro schools. He was baptized and became a member of Brudertal Mennonite Church, which later united with Johannestal Church and became Trinity Mennonite Church. He represented the youth by turning the first shovel at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Trinity Mennonite Church on May 15, 1966.Fifty-seven years later, Will attended the final church service at Trinity Mennonite Church on Easter Sunday April 9, 2023. Barely able to speak and stand, he stood up and shared with the congregation what the church and the Christian doctrine had meant to him in his formative years and was the "foundation on which he was standing today."He grew up on a dairy farm five miles southwest of Hillsboro, where he learned work ethic and commitment, doing daily chores, milking cows and everything that goes with that occupation. He graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1969 and entered the workforce, first at Donahue in Durham and then Hillsboro Industries.On a chance meeting through a mutual friend, Willard met Janet Schmidt. What started out to be a casual acquaintance culminated in Holy matrimony on December 28, 1974, at the Lehigh Mennonite Church. They lived in Lehigh, Kansas, where on September 13, 1978, they were blessed with a son, Marshal Craig. After a few years, they moved to McPherson. They joined the First Baptist Church where he was involved in the worship team, singing and playing guitar or banjo. He was employed at Hesston Corporation (now known as AGCO), McPherson Sanitation Department, and most recently, Farmers Alliance.He was a caregiver for Janet as she fought breast cancer for three years. She passed away on June 9, 2006. As he continued life in McPherson, attending First Baptist Church, he became better acquainted with Mary Shaw, who also had musical interests. When the time was right, he asked Connor, Mary's son, for her hand in marriage and proceeded with his proposal plan, conspiring with Mary's employer, People's Bank &amp; Trust. On a lunch date at Main Street Deli across the street from People's Bank, Will asked about the temperature causing Mary to look across the street and on the People's lighted outdoor marquee sign, she read "Mary, what is your interest in marrying me?" Her reply, "100%." They united their lives in marriage on September 27, 2008, in an outdoor ceremony on a gorgeous fall morning, at the residence of a friend. His family now included two more sons, Ryan and Connor Shaw. He loved Mary's family like his own and loved sharing jokes with Camden, his 11-year-old grandson.Will loved the outdoors and would never turn down an opportunity to enjoy a campfire, always&nbsp; bringing his guitar and being the entertainment for the evening. His family will never forget the Father's Day FUNKtion Camp Out at Marion Reservoir when he performed his "Funk Daddy" rap, dressed for the part complete with bling; then the next morning leading the worship service with a well thought out meditation. His repertoire included "De Lime in de Coconut",&nbsp;a camp site favorite, which was always requested by great nieces and nephews. After his vision had declined in 2016, he was asked to play guitar at his Uncle Johnnie Rempel's memorial service. He chose one of his favorite songs that he had memorized and didn't need to see music for; "Come Thou Fount."When severely impaired vision forced him to retire, he continued his upbeat positive spirit. He did daily walks, continued to do yard work and had meals ready when Mary came home from work. He was legally blind, but spending time around him, one would often forget, because he tried very hard to remain independent.Will enjoyed day trips to small Kansas towns and rides in the country. He attended weekly meetings with the Band of Brothers at church. Time spent with family and friends was a priority. Morning devotions and daily bible reading started his days off and kept him centered.Four years after having melanoma removed from his arm, it returned in his brain and lung. He continued his positive attitude through treatment. The death of his son, Marshal, in June of 2022 was an extremely difficult time; and was the beginning of a rapid decline in his health. Mary continued to be a constant helping companion, knowing just how much assistance and independence to give him. When, after scans showed the immunotherapy treatments weren't helping to control the lung cancer, Will went on Hospice care on April 12. Some of his last audible words were, "We will all be together again." He peacefully entered his eternal rest, where "we will all be together again" on Saturday evening April 15, 2023. Praise God for His unspeakable (indescribable) gift! II Corinthians 9:15. Many of us can concur with Mary's sentiments, "I am a better person for having known him." He had a humble spirit and a quiet sense of humor that will be missed by many.Celebrating his life and mourning his loss are his wife, Mary; her sons, Ryan (Jordan) Shaw, their children, Camden, Emercyn and Nolan of Cheney, Kansas and Connor Shaw of Kansas City, Kansas. Also surviving are his brothers, Gerald (Sharon) of Hillsboro, Kansas, Myron (Rochelle) of Wichita, Kansas, Lyle (Elaine) of Hillsboro, Kansas and sister, Elaine (Jim) Baker of Hillsboro, Kansas, his aunt, Lenora Gehring of Moundridge, Kansas, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.Preceding him in death were his parents, Roy and Mary Ann (Rempel) Funk, first wife, Janet (Schmidt) Funk, and son, Marshal Craig Funk.A graveside service will be held at 9:30 AM, Friday, April 21, at the McPherson Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at 11:00 AM, Friday, at the First Baptist Church with Pastor John Pattison officiating.Memorial donations may be given to the First Baptist Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Willard Funk |1952-2023|

Joel Brian Hurd, 48, of Newton, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Rawlins County Health Center in Atwood, Kansas. He was born May 31, 1974 in Sacramento, California, the son of Millard and Karen (Falline) Hurd.

Joel was a member of Hillcrest Community Foursquare Church in Newton. He helped run the Harvey County Farmer’s Market and was a member on the Food and Farm Council and Harvey County Extension Board.

He was united in marriage to Kerri Lin Fast on December 7, 2002. She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his son, Daniel (Ashley Vogan) Hurd; daughter, Haleigh Clay; parents, Millard and Karen Hurd; brothers, David Williamson and Stephen (Carol) Hurd; sister, Cyndi Hurd; and close family members, Todd and Jessica Dempster, and their son, Thomas. He leaves behind In-laws, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Joel was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Wayne Fast; nephew, Jacob Hurd; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Joel never met a stranger. He was a quiet, gentle man with a heart of gold. He loved his family more than anything. He had a heart and passion for prayer. He prayed fervently for others and very rarely asked for prayers for himself. He struggled for over 20 years with serious medical conditions, but hardly complained. He helped others as well as he could and as often as he could. He was the listening ear for so many who needed it. Joel was a great husband, dad, uncle, son and friend.

Visitation will be Friday, April 21st from 4-8pm with family present from 6-8pm at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston. Cremation is planned following visitation and a private family burial will take place at Restlawn Gardens of Memory, Newton KS at a later date. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Hillcrest Community Foursquare Church, Newton, and will be live streamed on their Facebook page.

A fund has been set up through New Jerusalem Missions to help the family pay for expenses. Contributions can be sent to 209 E. Broadway, Newton, KS 67114. Designate for Kerri Hurd bereavement/funeral fund. Cards and condolences may be mailed to Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, KS 67062.

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 </figure>Joel Brian Hurd, 48, of Newton, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Rawlins County Health Center in Atwood, Kansas. He was born May 31, 1974 in Sacramento, California, the son of Millard and Karen (Falline) Hurd.Joel was a member of Hillcrest Community Foursquare Church in Newton. He helped run the Harvey County Farmer’s Market and was a member on the Food and Farm Council and Harvey County Extension Board.He was united in marriage to Kerri Lin Fast on December 7, 2002. She survives of the home.Other survivors include his son, Daniel (Ashley Vogan) Hurd; daughter, Haleigh Clay; parents, Millard and Karen Hurd; brothers, David Williamson and Stephen (Carol) Hurd; sister, Cyndi Hurd; and close family members, Todd and Jessica Dempster, and their son, Thomas. He leaves behind In-laws, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.Joel was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Wayne Fast; nephew, Jacob Hurd; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.Joel never met a stranger. He was a quiet, gentle man with a heart of gold. He loved his family more than anything. He had a heart and passion for prayer. He prayed fervently for others and very rarely asked for prayers for himself. He struggled for over 20 years with serious medical conditions, but hardly complained. He helped others as well as he could and as often as he could. He was the listening ear for so many who needed it. Joel was a great husband, dad, uncle, son and friend.Visitation will be Friday, April 21st from 4-8pm with family present from 6-8pm at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston. Cremation is planned following visitation and a private family burial will take place at Restlawn Gardens of Memory, Newton KS at a later date. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Hillcrest Community Foursquare Church, Newton, and will be live streamed on their Facebook page.A fund has been set up through New Jerusalem Missions to help the family pay for expenses. Contributions can be sent to 209 E. Broadway, Newton, KS 67114. Designate for Kerri Hurd bereavement/funeral fund. Cards and condolences may be mailed to Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, KS 67062.

Joel Brian Hurd |1974-2023|

Robert Wayne Balding, 73, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 11:27 a.m., Friday, April 14, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS. Robert was born in Hardtner, KS on May 28, 1949, a son of Richard and Dorothy (Hoffman) Balding. Bob graduated from Nickerson High School in 1967. He then attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, KS and graduated from Kansas University, Lawrence, KS with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. Bob and his family attended Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson for approximately 25 years, where Bob served as a faithful follower of Christ. Bob and Susan then attended CrossPoint Church, Hutchinson, KS. He served honorably for the United States Army where he was a part of the Special Forces Battalion. Bob was awarded the Bronze Star for Valor For Outstanding Service in connection with military operations against a hostile force during the Vietnam War. Bob was an accountant for many companies throughout his life in Hutchinson, Wichita, Topeka, McPherson and Rose Hill. Bob enjoyed reading, watching and playing golf with his buddies and spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren. &nbsp; Bob was united in marriage to Susan Spence on June 7, 1975 in Hutchinson, KS. The young couple established their first home together in Hutchinson. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Lance, Adam and Cindy. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Susan Balding, of McPherson, KS; his children, Lance Balding and his wife Lorrie, of Miami, FL, Adam Balding and his wife Hayley, of Apex, NC and Cindy Glover and her husband Brian of Bel Aire, KS; his sister Kathy Howes, of Hutchinson, KS and Pam Berns and her husband Bruce, of Perry, KS. He is also survived by his 7 grandchildren, Trevor, Zachary, Atticus, Ahmya, Lily, Siri, Malachi, and a baby coming in May; other relatives; nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS. Military Honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 24 and Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 2715 with Mark Casebeer playing Taps. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Chapel in McPherson, KS. Memorials are to American Family Radio or Judicial Watch and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert Wayne Balding, 73, of McPherson, KS, passed away at 11:27 a.m., Friday, April 14, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS. Robert was born in Hardtner, KS on May 28, 1949, a son of Richard and Dorothy (Hoffman) Balding. Bob graduated from Nickerson High School in 1967. He then attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, KS and graduated from Kansas University, Lawrence, KS with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. Bob and his family attended Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson for approximately 25 years, where Bob served as a faithful follower of Christ. Bob and Susan then attended CrossPoint Church, Hutchinson, KS. He served honorably for the United States Army where he was a part of the Special Forces Battalion. Bob was awarded the Bronze Star for Valor For Outstanding Service in connection with military operations against a hostile force during the Vietnam War. Bob was an accountant for many companies throughout his life in Hutchinson, Wichita, Topeka, McPherson and Rose Hill. Bob enjoyed reading, watching and playing golf with his buddies and spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren. &nbsp; Bob was united in marriage to Susan Spence on June 7, 1975 in Hutchinson, KS. The young couple established their first home together in Hutchinson. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Lance, Adam and Cindy. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Susan Balding, of McPherson, KS; his children, Lance Balding and his wife Lorrie, of Miami, FL, Adam Balding and his wife Hayley, of Apex, NC and Cindy Glover and her husband Brian of Bel Aire, KS; his sister Kathy Howes, of Hutchinson, KS and Pam Berns and her husband Bruce, of Perry, KS. He is also survived by his 7 grandchildren, Trevor, Zachary, Atticus, Ahmya, Lily, Siri, Malachi, and a baby coming in May; other relatives; nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS. Military Honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 24 and Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 2715 with Mark Casebeer playing Taps. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Chapel in McPherson, KS. Memorials are to American Family Radio or Judicial Watch and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert Wayne Balding |1949-2023|

Charles Anthony “Chuck” Sallee, 64, of Hutchinson, died April 16, 2023, at his home. He was born October 25, 1958, in Marquette, to James Earl and Esther Marie (Lasiter) Sallee

Chuck worked in construction for many years until he became disabled in 2007. He loved fishing, playing horseshoes, and working on old cars.

In October, 1978, Chuck married Ramone Grossenbach and they had 2 sons together, Thomas and William.

On May 24, 1997, he married Tammi Rae Snyder, in Hutchinson. She survives.

Also surviving are: his sons, Thomas Sallee (Krissy Medallin), William “Willy” Sallee (Amanda), both of Hutchinson; stepson, Dustin Koeppen of Hutchinson; stepdaughter, Amanda Koeppen of Wichita; 7 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.

Chuck was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Jimmy, Orville, Tony; and a sister, Joyce Shuttleworth.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life is planned for a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Chuck Sallee Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Charles Anthony “Chuck” Sallee, 64, of Hutchinson, died April 16, 2023, at his home. He was born October 25, 1958, in Marquette, to James Earl and Esther Marie (Lasiter) SalleeChuck worked in construction for many years until he became disabled in 2007. He loved fishing, playing horseshoes, and working on old cars.In October, 1978, Chuck married Ramone Grossenbach and they had 2 sons together, Thomas and William.On May 24, 1997, he married Tammi Rae Snyder, in Hutchinson. She survives.Also surviving are: his sons, Thomas Sallee (Krissy Medallin), William “Willy” Sallee (Amanda), both of Hutchinson; stepson, Dustin Koeppen of Hutchinson; stepdaughter, Amanda Koeppen of Wichita; 7 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.Chuck was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Jimmy, Orville, Tony; and a sister, Joyce Shuttleworth.Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life is planned for a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Chuck Sallee Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Charles Anthony “Chuck” Sallee |1958-2023|

Doroteo “Don” Graham, 91, passed away on April 17, 2023 at Legend of Hutchinson Senior Living, Hutchinson, KS surrounded by his family. He was born on December 1, 1931 in Guadalupita, NM, the son of Max and Maria (Torres) Graham.

In 1949, Don enlisted in the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged. On May 28, 1972, Don married Mary Hernandez in Hutchinson. Don worked for Western Electric where he was an installer for 18 years and then he worked as an installation supervisor for 13 years. After 31 years of service he retired in 1983. Don was a talented wood carver and taught wood carving seminars at Hutch Rec Center. Don was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe, South Hutchinson. He was very active in his church and ran the church stand at the Kansas State Fair.

Don is survived by his daughter, Gail Richard; son, Bruce Graham; granddaughter, Emily Richard; great granddaughter, Aubrey Olson; great-great grandson, Silas Olson; and nephew, Randy Graham.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary; brothers, Joe, Phillip, Eddie, Alfonso, and Hugh Graham, Gene and Tony Pacheco; sisters, Emma Graham, Vergie Gonzales and Juanita Pacheco; and grandson, Adam Capps.

Parish Rosary service will be Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with Father Eric Weldon officiating. Burial will be at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. Memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Guadalupe and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Doroteo “Don” Graham, 91, passed away on April 17, 2023 at Legend of Hutchinson Senior Living, Hutchinson, KS surrounded by his family. He was born on December 1, 1931 in Guadalupita, NM, the son of Max and Maria (Torres) Graham.In 1949, Don enlisted in the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged. On May 28, 1972, Don married Mary Hernandez in Hutchinson. Don worked for Western Electric where he was an installer for 18 years and then he worked as an installation supervisor for 13 years. After 31 years of service he retired in 1983. Don was a talented wood carver and taught wood carving seminars at Hutch Rec Center. Don was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe, South Hutchinson. He was very active in his church and ran the church stand at the Kansas State Fair.Don is survived by his daughter, Gail Richard; son, Bruce Graham; granddaughter, Emily Richard; great granddaughter, Aubrey Olson; great-great grandson, Silas Olson; and nephew, Randy Graham.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary; brothers, Joe, Phillip, Eddie, Alfonso, and Hugh Graham, Gene and Tony Pacheco; sisters, Emma Graham, Vergie Gonzales and Juanita Pacheco; and grandson, Adam Capps.Parish Rosary service will be Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with Father Eric Weldon officiating. Burial will be at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. Memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Guadalupe and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Doroteo “Don” Graham |1931-2023|

MaryAnn Geist Potter entered her heavenly home on April 15, 2023 at Crown Healthcare and Rehab Center in Harrisonville, MO. She was the daughter of Harlen J. Geist and Elsie I. Beatty Geist, and was born on December 6, 1926 in Sterling, (Rice County), Kansas. At age 15 she gave birth to a daughter who was adopted by Roy and Beatrice Hobbs.

After graduating from Luray High School, Luray, Kansas, she married Glenn Flickinger. They had 3 children, William, Richard and Laura. Later they divorced. On June 10, 1961, MaryAnn married Bud Potter. They were happily married until the time of his passing 20 years later.

She was part owner of D.C. Potter, Inc. and was manager for many years. MaryAnn was past Matron of Eastern Star, past Royal Matron Order of Amaranth, past president Social Order of Beauceant in Hutchinson, Newton, and Wichita. From 1984-1985 she served as Grand Guardian, Kansas International Order of Job’s Daughters and Supreme Finance Committee, International Order of Job’s Daughters.

In 1990 she was reunited with her daughter, Karen “Sue” Bedosky. In 2016 she moved to Crown Care Center in Harrisonville, MO to be near her daughter.

MaryAnn is survived by: her brother, Melvin Geist, Greeley, CO; children, Karen Sue Hobbs Bedosky, Harrisonville, MO, Richard Flickinger (Wendy), Abbyville, Laura Mae Flickinger Reger; and many grandchildren and great-children.

She was preceded in death by a son, William Flickinger.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, at Elliott Chapel, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The casket will remain closed.

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 <figcaption>MaryAnn Geist Potter</figcaption>
 </figure>MaryAnn Geist Potter entered her heavenly home on April 15, 2023 at Crown Healthcare and Rehab Center in Harrisonville, MO. She was the daughter of Harlen J. Geist and Elsie I. Beatty Geist, and was born on December 6, 1926 in Sterling, (Rice County), Kansas. At age 15 she gave birth to a daughter who was adopted by Roy and Beatrice Hobbs.After graduating from Luray High School, Luray, Kansas, she married Glenn Flickinger. They had 3 children, William, Richard and Laura. Later they divorced. On June 10, 1961, MaryAnn married Bud Potter. They were happily married until the time of his passing 20 years later.She was part owner of D.C. Potter, Inc. and was manager for many years. MaryAnn was past Matron of Eastern Star, past Royal Matron Order of Amaranth, past president Social Order of Beauceant in Hutchinson, Newton, and Wichita. From 1984-1985 she served as Grand Guardian, Kansas International Order of Job’s Daughters and Supreme Finance Committee, International Order of Job’s Daughters.In 1990 she was reunited with her daughter, Karen “Sue” Bedosky. In 2016 she moved to Crown Care Center in Harrisonville, MO to be near her daughter.MaryAnn is survived by: her brother, Melvin Geist, Greeley, CO; children, Karen Sue Hobbs Bedosky, Harrisonville, MO, Richard Flickinger (Wendy), Abbyville, Laura Mae Flickinger Reger; and many grandchildren and great-children.She was preceded in death by a son, William Flickinger.Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, at Elliott Chapel, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The casket will remain closed.

MaryAnn Geist Potter |1926-2023|

Rick Euliss, age 64, of Ulysses, Kansas, died Thursday, April 13, 2023, 
in Haskell County, Kansas. He was born April 9, 1959, in Dodge City, 
Kansas, the son of Paul and Willetta “Billie” (Morris) Euliss. 
Rick grew up in West Plains, Missouri, and Satanta, Kansas. He married 
Lori Parks on October 18, 1980, in Ulysses. Rick enjoyed his work in 
the oilfield, working for Dowell, Mobil, BP and most recently Linn 
Energy as a production Supervisor. He was currently driving a truck for
 El Dorado Trucking. Rick enjoyed fishing, camping and was a great 
cook. He loved spending time with his family, especially his kids and 
grandkids. 
Rick is survived by his wife, Lori of their home; children, Reanna Ramos
 and husband David of Amarillo, Texas, Micah Euliss-Torres and husband 
Armando of Ulysses, Donna Olivas and husband Refugio of Johnson, Preston
 Euliss of Ulysses, Lisa Boyce and husband Vincent of Las Vegas, Nevada,
 and Meagan Martinez and husband Chris of Hutchinson, Kansas; brothers, 
Paul Euliss, Jr. and wife Marilyn of Elmwood, Oklahoma; Kyle Euliss and 
wife Kellie of Ulysses, and John Euliss and wife Kendra of Ulysses; 13 
grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and his dog and co-pilot, 
Chael. 
Rick is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Billie Euliss. 
Funeral service will be Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the 
Oasis Church in Ulysses with Pastor Andy McMillan officiating. 
Interment will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery. Visitation will be 
Monday, April 17, 2023, from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral 
Home in Ulysses.

 Memorial contributions may be given to the Rick Euliss
 Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., 
Ulysses, KS  67880.  Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

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 </figure>Rick Euliss, age 64, of Ulysses, Kansas, died Thursday, April 13, 2023, 
in Haskell County, Kansas. He was born April 9, 1959, in Dodge City, 
Kansas, the son of Paul and Willetta “Billie” (Morris) Euliss. 
Rick grew up in West Plains, Missouri, and Satanta, Kansas. He married 
Lori Parks on October 18, 1980, in Ulysses. Rick enjoyed his work in 
the oilfield, working for Dowell, Mobil, BP and most recently Linn 
Energy as a production Supervisor. He was currently driving a truck for
 El Dorado Trucking. Rick enjoyed fishing, camping and was a great 
cook. He loved spending time with his family, especially his kids and 
grandkids. 
Rick is survived by his wife, Lori of their home; children, Reanna Ramos
 and husband David of Amarillo, Texas, Micah Euliss-Torres and husband 
Armando of Ulysses, Donna Olivas and husband Refugio of Johnson, Preston
 Euliss of Ulysses, Lisa Boyce and husband Vincent of Las Vegas, Nevada,
 and Meagan Martinez and husband Chris of Hutchinson, Kansas; brothers, 
Paul Euliss, Jr. and wife Marilyn of Elmwood, Oklahoma; Kyle Euliss and 
wife Kellie of Ulysses, and John Euliss and wife Kendra of Ulysses; 13 
grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and his dog and co-pilot, 
Chael. 
Rick is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Billie Euliss. 
Funeral service will be Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the 
Oasis Church in Ulysses with Pastor Andy McMillan officiating. 
Interment will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery. Visitation will be 
Monday, April 17, 2023, from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral 
Home in Ulysses. Memorial contributions may be given to the Rick Euliss
 Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., 
Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

Rick Euliss |1959-2023|

Ralph E. Lassley passed away on Thursday April 13, 2023. He was born to Ross and Mary Lassley on August 11, 1939 in Coffeyville, KS and lived most of his life in Wichita, KS. He was united in marriage to Manita on December 3, 1966. He spent 8yrs in the military (5yrs in the Marines and 3yrs in the Army) and 32+yrs in a recreational equipment factory as a line leader. His other interests included hunting, fishing, sports and coaching. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Walter, sisters Rosemary, Thelma Jean, Laura and Betty and 2 grandchildren Zach and Ethan. He is survived by his wife, sisters Pat, Barbara and Carole, sons Scott and Todd (Angie), daughter Kathy, 5 grandchildren TJ, Logan, Aaron, Abbey and Kaylen and 5 great grandchildren Macki, Thatch, Dax, Mason and Baker; other family and friends. Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 5-7 pm - Gathering of family and friends Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 10 am&nbsp; - Gathering and Funeral Services both held at Riverlawn Christian Church at 4243 N Meridian, Wichita, KS 67204 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to

Riverlawn Christian Church for Mission Trips at Riverlawn.org/give Choose Missions as giving type and put Ralph Lassley in the Memo

Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

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 </figure>Ralph E. Lassley passed away on Thursday April 13, 2023. He was born to Ross and Mary Lassley on August 11, 1939 in Coffeyville, KS and lived most of his life in Wichita, KS. He was united in marriage to Manita on December 3, 1966. He spent 8yrs in the military (5yrs in the Marines and 3yrs in the Army) and 32+yrs in a recreational equipment factory as a line leader. His other interests included hunting, fishing, sports and coaching. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Walter, sisters Rosemary, Thelma Jean, Laura and Betty and 2 grandchildren Zach and Ethan. He is survived by his wife, sisters Pat, Barbara and Carole, sons Scott and Todd (Angie), daughter Kathy, 5 grandchildren TJ, Logan, Aaron, Abbey and Kaylen and 5 great grandchildren Macki, Thatch, Dax, Mason and Baker; other family and friends. Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 5-7 pm - Gathering of family and friends Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 10 am&nbsp; - Gathering and Funeral Services both held at Riverlawn Christian Church at 4243 N Meridian, Wichita, KS 67204 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory toRiverlawn Christian Church for Mission Trips at Riverlawn.org/give Choose Missions as giving type and put Ralph Lassley in the MemoCondolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Ralph E. Lassley |1939-2023|

Duane&nbsp;G.&nbsp;Schwab&nbsp;"Schwabie", 90, passed away at Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS on Apr. 15th surrounded by loved ones. Born on Apr. 1st, 1933 in Lacrosse, KS he was the son of Henry &amp; Helen (Black) Schwab. Duane grew up in Lacrosse graduating from High School in 1952 where he excelled in athletics receiving many offers to further his sports career. He decided to serve in the US Navy instead.&nbsp;After his time in the service, Duane married Thelma Stanley; he then moved his family to Wyoming. During their time there, Duane worked in the oilfield around the towns of Casper and Bairoil. Thelma passed away in 1967 and in 1970 the Schwab family moved to Ellinwood where Duane was blessed to operator his oilfield business, Schwab's Tinker Shop, Inc alongside his son John. Their operation spanned multiple states and countries. Duane was a true craftsman; together he and son John invented and engineered a handful of devices to be used throughout the oilfield.&nbsp;Duane married Kathleen M. Komarek in 1991 at the home of his son in Liberal, KS.&nbsp;Duane also owned Schwabie’s Place, the restaurant that later became John Henry's. Schwabie's passion was collecting and working on Model T and A cars. He was a member of auto clubs in Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Arkansas.&nbsp;Duane also loved to fish and spent lots of time at Kanopolis Lake with his betterhalf, Kathy.

Survivors include wife, Kathleen M. Schwab, Ellinwood, KS; son, John and wife Amanda, Liberal, KS; grandchildren, Nique (Todd) Brown, Whitney (David) Hampton, Dallas Schwab (companion Stacie), Johnette (Dustin) Johnson, Kendra Bozarth; and 16 beloved great-grandchildren. Duane was preceded in death by his first wife, Thelma; brothers, Claude and Glenn; and sisters Georgia and Dorothy.&nbsp;

Funeral Service will take place Thurs., Apr. 20th 10:30 AM at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood with Pastor Thomas Reazin officiating. Military honors will follow the service at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood, KS. Visitation will be Wed., Apr. 19th&nbsp;from 11-7 PM with family present from 5-7 at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood. Memorials are suggested to Special Olympics (Kansas) or LADA Paws rescue in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

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 </figure>Duane&nbsp;G.&nbsp;Schwab&nbsp;"Schwabie", 90, passed away at Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS on Apr. 15th surrounded by loved ones. Born on Apr. 1st, 1933 in Lacrosse, KS he was the son of Henry &amp; Helen (Black) Schwab. Duane grew up in Lacrosse graduating from High School in 1952 where he excelled in athletics receiving many offers to further his sports career. He decided to serve in the US Navy instead.&nbsp;After his time in the service, Duane married Thelma Stanley; he then moved his family to Wyoming. During their time there, Duane worked in the oilfield around the towns of Casper and Bairoil. Thelma passed away in 1967 and in 1970 the Schwab family moved to Ellinwood where Duane was blessed to operator his oilfield business, Schwab's Tinker Shop, Inc alongside his son John. Their operation spanned multiple states and countries. Duane was a true craftsman; together he and son John invented and engineered a handful of devices to be used throughout the oilfield.&nbsp;Duane married Kathleen M. Komarek in 1991 at the home of his son in Liberal, KS.&nbsp;Duane also owned Schwabie’s Place, the restaurant that later became John Henry's. Schwabie's passion was collecting and working on Model T and A cars. He was a member of auto clubs in Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Arkansas.&nbsp;Duane also loved to fish and spent lots of time at Kanopolis Lake with his betterhalf, Kathy.Survivors include wife, Kathleen M. Schwab, Ellinwood, KS; son, John and wife Amanda, Liberal, KS; grandchildren, Nique (Todd) Brown, Whitney (David) Hampton, Dallas Schwab (companion Stacie), Johnette (Dustin) Johnson, Kendra Bozarth; and 16 beloved great-grandchildren. Duane was preceded in death by his first wife, Thelma; brothers, Claude and Glenn; and sisters Georgia and Dorothy.&nbsp;Funeral Service will take place Thurs., Apr. 20th 10:30 AM at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood with Pastor Thomas Reazin officiating. Military honors will follow the service at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood, KS. Visitation will be Wed., Apr. 19th&nbsp;from 11-7 PM with family present from 5-7 at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood. Memorials are suggested to Special Olympics (Kansas) or LADA Paws rescue in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

Duane G. Schwab |1933-2023|

Kenneth Robert “Kenny” Conner, 79, died April 14, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born October 17, 1943, in Pratt, to Harry Ivan and Emily Belle (Carmichael) Conner.

Kenny graduated from Pratt High School.&nbsp; He worked for Reno County Fire District #2, retiring as Captain.&nbsp; After retirement, he worked as a custodian at his church, Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, and as a ticket-taker during the Kansas State Fair. &nbsp;Many individuals will remember Kenny as the gentleman who roller-skated all over Hutchinson. He served in the United States Navy, and was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, Burrton.

On June 12, 1999, he married Connie (Krehbiel) Hiebert.&nbsp; She died July 21, 2014.

Kenny is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Sarah Voran (Aaron) and Dena Christine Conner, all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Matthew Guara, Riley Voran, and Lillie Voran, Gena Gonzales, Jacob Perry, and Josh Perry; great-grandchildren, Dante, Emilee, Jayden, and Ashlyn Gonzales; stepdaughters, Angela Kuhn and Angela Fosdick; stepsons, Chris Hiebert (Rex Cheever) and Glen Eschberger; step-grandchildren, Karole and Abbie; sisters, Carol Sue Jones and Connie Lou Holt (Ron); and sister-in-law, Sandy Conner.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; siblings, Beverly June Rickert, Mary Jane Garten (Glenn), Nellie Faye Jones (Jesse), Michael Edward Conner, William Virgil (Billy) Conner; and brother-in-law, Paul Jones.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 24, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House or Hutchinson Local 179 Honor Guard (to benefit the Hutchinson Fire Department), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 <figcaption>Kenny Conner</figcaption>
 </figure>Kenneth Robert “Kenny” Conner, 79, died April 14, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born October 17, 1943, in Pratt, to Harry Ivan and Emily Belle (Carmichael) Conner.Kenny graduated from Pratt High School.&nbsp; He worked for Reno County Fire District #2, retiring as Captain.&nbsp; After retirement, he worked as a custodian at his church, Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, and as a ticket-taker during the Kansas State Fair. &nbsp;Many individuals will remember Kenny as the gentleman who roller-skated all over Hutchinson. He served in the United States Navy, and was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, Burrton.On June 12, 1999, he married Connie (Krehbiel) Hiebert.&nbsp; She died July 21, 2014.Kenny is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Sarah Voran (Aaron) and Dena Christine Conner, all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Matthew Guara, Riley Voran, and Lillie Voran, Gena Gonzales, Jacob Perry, and Josh Perry; great-grandchildren, Dante, Emilee, Jayden, and Ashlyn Gonzales; stepdaughters, Angela Kuhn and Angela Fosdick; stepsons, Chris Hiebert (Rex Cheever) and Glen Eschberger; step-grandchildren, Karole and Abbie; sisters, Carol Sue Jones and Connie Lou Holt (Ron); and sister-in-law, Sandy Conner.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; siblings, Beverly June Rickert, Mary Jane Garten (Glenn), Nellie Faye Jones (Jesse), Michael Edward Conner, William Virgil (Billy) Conner; and brother-in-law, Paul Jones.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 24, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House or Hutchinson Local 179 Honor Guard (to benefit the Hutchinson Fire Department), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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