Shirley Ann Kasper, 88, passed away January 14, 2023 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro. 

 She was born October 22, 1934 in Industry, Kansas to Charles and Lillie (Spilker) Bass.  She married Harold Kasper May 20, 1972 in Abilene. 

 Survivors include: daughters, Kristy Harder of Rogers, Arkansas, Brenda (Ron) Brown of Abilene, Dawn (Roger) Long of Lenexa, Sandy (Doug) Beisel of Independence, Kansas; 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. 

Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. Memorials to Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.

Shirley Ann Kasper, 88, passed away January 14, 2023 at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro. She was born October 22, 1934 in Industry, Kansas to Charles and Lillie (Spilker) Bass. She married Harold Kasper May 20, 1972 in Abilene. Survivors include: daughters, Kristy Harder of Rogers, Arkansas, Brenda (Ron) Brown of Abilene, Dawn (Roger) Long of Lenexa, Sandy (Doug) Beisel of Independence, Kansas; 13 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. Memorials to Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.

Shirley Ann Kasper |1934-2023|

Gary Gene Obie Davis, 44, passed away January 14, 2023 rural Marion. He was born October 12, 1978 in Wichita to Ronald and Cynthia (Hunt) Davis. Survivors include: wife, Janice Davis of rural Marion; son, Allen (Jenny) Stapleford of rural Marion; parents, Ron and Cindy Davis of Marion; grandchildren: granddaughters, Kayle Stapleford and fiancé (Zach) of Texas, Carley (Kody) Seiler of Junction City; grandsons: Malachi and Braydin Sippel. Private family services. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.

Gary was a jack of all trades. He was a talented Woodworker. He enjoyed milling and creating amazing pieces in his shop, or out working in the bait shop. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and his family and friends. Which always included time by a fire that he would keep going all night long. He enjoyed fishing, hiking and watching wildlife. He enjoyed cruising the backroads with his wife which they called "Boone Cruising". Mornings were spent on the back porch with a cup of coffee and breakfast that most likely involved Bacon. There was never a 4th of July that didn't pass without a Gary kind of Boom! There was never a person that he didn't meet that didn't like him. His kindness was contagious and outgoing. He accepted everyone with open arms and was loved by everyone.

Gary Gene Obie Davis, 44, passed away January 14, 2023 rural Marion. He was born October 12, 1978 in Wichita to Ronald and Cynthia (Hunt) Davis. Survivors include: wife, Janice Davis of rural Marion; son, Allen (Jenny) Stapleford of rural Marion; parents, Ron and Cindy Davis of Marion; grandchildren: granddaughters, Kayle Stapleford and fiancé (Zach) of Texas, Carley (Kody) Seiler of Junction City; grandsons: Malachi and Braydin Sippel. Private family services. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.Gary was a jack of all trades. He was a talented Woodworker. He enjoyed milling and creating amazing pieces in his shop, or out working in the bait shop. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and his family and friends. Which always included time by a fire that he would keep going all night long. He enjoyed fishing, hiking and watching wildlife. He enjoyed cruising the backroads with his wife which they called "Boone Cruising". Mornings were spent on the back porch with a cup of coffee and breakfast that most likely involved Bacon. There was never a 4th of July that didn't pass without a Gary kind of Boom! There was never a person that he didn't meet that didn't like him. His kindness was contagious and outgoing. He accepted everyone with open arms and was loved by everyone.

Gary Gene Obie Davis |1978-2023|

Jeffrey Keith Power, 65, of Moundridge, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at NMC Health Medical Center, Newton.

Jeff was born on June 22, 1957, in Goessel, KS, the son of Harold Keith and Darleen Frances (Helms) Power.&nbsp; He graduated from Halstead High School in 1975.&nbsp;

He worked for Power Transport, a mobile home transportation service, and also at Central Plastics and CertainTeed.

Survivors include: two sons, Chris (Jennifer) Kyle of Moundridge, KS and Matt Patton of Moundridge, KS; his mother, Darleen Power of Lindsborg, KS; siblings, Greg Power of Lindsborg, KS, Julie (Ernie) Diederich of McPherson, KS, Kelly (Teresa) Power of McPherson, KS, and Troy Power (fiancé, Kathryn Richardson) of Moundridge, KS; five grandchildren, Chase, Kennedi, Zoey, Emily, and Jasmine; his beloved dog companion, Molly; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Power; a brother, Brad Power; and a nephew, Jesse Diederich.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday, January 23, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, January 24, at the Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church with Rev. Jeff Waugh officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service. A private graveside service will be held at the Valley View Cemetery, Roxbury, at a later date.

Memorial donations are payable to Stockham Family Funeral Home (to help defray funeral expenses),the Wounded Warrior Project, or Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church 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>Jeffrey Keith Power, 65, of Moundridge, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at NMC Health Medical Center, Newton.Jeff was born on June 22, 1957, in Goessel, KS, the son of Harold Keith and Darleen Frances (Helms) Power.&nbsp; He graduated from Halstead High School in 1975.&nbsp;He worked for Power Transport, a mobile home transportation service, and also at Central Plastics and CertainTeed.Survivors include: two sons, Chris (Jennifer) Kyle of Moundridge, KS and Matt Patton of Moundridge, KS; his mother, Darleen Power of Lindsborg, KS; siblings, Greg Power of Lindsborg, KS, Julie (Ernie) Diederich of McPherson, KS, Kelly (Teresa) Power of McPherson, KS, and Troy Power (fiancé, Kathryn Richardson) of Moundridge, KS; five grandchildren, Chase, Kennedi, Zoey, Emily, and Jasmine; his beloved dog companion, Molly; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Power; a brother, Brad Power; and a nephew, Jesse Diederich.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday, January 23, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, January 24, at the Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church with Rev. Jeff Waugh officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service. A private graveside service will be held at the Valley View Cemetery, Roxbury, at a later date.Memorial donations are payable to Stockham Family Funeral Home (to help defray funeral expenses),the Wounded Warrior Project, or Lindsborg Evangelical Covenant Church 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>.

Jeffrey Keith Power |1957-2023|

Our hero, Cecil “Tom” Thomas Litchfield, extraordinary story &amp; joke teller left us on January 13, 2023. We are certain the first thing he did was tell God his latest joke &amp; then a grandkid story as these were his favorite things to do on this earth.

Dad was born to Lloyd Thomas &amp; Helen June (Reynolds) Litchfield on November 27, 1940, in a farmhouse north of Preston, KS. He loved telling people he wasn’t born in a city, but on the NE corner of the farmstead and his sister Lucretia on the SW corner, in Pratt County. He spent his youth in Cunningham KS., before his family moved to Medicine Lodge, KS., where he graduated High School in 1958. Dad enjoyed his HS reunions &amp; the Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty &amp; treasured the decades of friendships he had with his former classmates. After graduation, Dad served in the Army in Germany from 1962-1965, being honorably discharged, then spent 3 years in the Army reserves. He decided to continue his education at Hutchinson Community College &amp; graduated from Salt City Business College. He worked in various salt plants for 35 years before retiring. During retirement, Dad delivered/picked up cars for Midwest that took him daily to different towns across KS &amp; NE. The Rural Messenger was his final ‘job’, working for one of his best friends, the late Mike Alfers. He liked to joke that he started his working career as a paper delivery boy and ended it the same way.

Dad married Judy Ewing on November 27,1967, to this union they had twin daughters Sheila &amp; Sonya. They later divorced but remained lifelong friends, spending holidays &amp; family events together. At one of the dinners his granddaughter asked him, do you know my Grandma Judy, to which he replied, Yeah, I might have met her before. Humor &amp; sarcasm were staples in our family, most often referring to Dad’s stellar driving skills. Dad tried marriage two more times, but alas he was meant to be single and ready to mingle! He loved telling us that each of our marriages are longer than the three of his combined.

Dad felt his greatest blessings after his twins, were his grandkids, Tara Esguerra (Josh Hearne), Jacob Goalden (Spencer), Cody Martin (Sara), Kaitlynn Goalden, &amp; Darion Esguerra (Bailey). His 2nd favorite title after Dad was Papa &amp; were the absolute joys of his life. He spent his time going to all their various sporting events. He was often heard from the stands telling the refs what a wonderful job they were doing in his own special “Tom” way. The joke was whichever daughter’s kid was playing had to sit with Papa to keep him controlled &amp; not get thrown out. He traveled many miles watching his grandkids in whatever sport they were playing. He loved watching them play football, softball, baseball, basketball, &amp; volleyball. Fridays were “breakfast with Papa” day. When they reached school age, then it was Sunday lunch with Papa. He would squeeze in breakfasts, lunches &amp; dinners whenever they were available. His great-grandkids, Aydan Wieser, Patch Esguerra, Maverick Esguerra, Delaynie Goalden, Porter Goalden, &amp; Ezra Martin lit up his world more. He loved to travel, do trips to Dubuque, IA. &amp; Watford City, ND to see them were no problem.

Dad turned his life over to his higher power &amp; AA on May 16, 1967 &amp; began his 12 steps to his sobriety. He became dedicated to helping so many others with theirs, until the day he died, with 55.5 years of sobriety. He went all over KS and to many states for meetings &amp; annual conventions, he met lifelong friends who became chosen family. In 2004, he fell off a porch and broke both of his shoulders &amp; an elbow. When the Dr. was stitching his face, he told Dad he would be sending him over to the hospital for surgery. Dad informed him he needed to wait until Monday, he’d not missed the Salina Round Robin in 19 years &amp; he didn’t intend to miss this one. Short story, he only got a 19 yr. run streak with that Round Robin! Going anywhere would turn into a 2-hour event, as Dad would run into a friend or two. Instacart would have been awesome back when we were growing up – HA! Dad took us to so many

states, &amp; one year to Canada for vacation. We walked into a restaurant to eat, &amp; someone calls out “hey Tom, good to see you,” we couldn’t even catch a break in another country- HA! We did enjoy the benefits of Dad’s meetings though, we got to meet a real-life Canadian Mounty &amp; hold so many more of his treasured friends in our hearts forever!

When the Dr. came in to tell Dad the severity of his diagnosis &amp; that without surgery, he would only have 2-5 days left, Dad didn’t miss a beat &amp; said no to surgery. Dad told him since there were no guarantees he would survive the surgery, he had lived a very blessed life, he was good. Instead, he chose the next days to be with his family &amp; friends, saying his goodbye’s, his way. We had 29 amazing days with him. Dad’s favorite thing to say during this time was that he couldn’t even die right &amp; that he was flunking hospice. We are grateful for the love &amp; care that Dad received at Pleasant View &amp; Hospice House. The nurses &amp; staff were fabulous &amp; made his last days on this earth comfortable, peaceful, &amp; full of love. We cannot thank everyone enough for all the care.

He is survived by his daughters &amp; their spouses: Sheila &amp; Augie Esguerra, Sonya &amp; Mike Goalden; his beloved grandchildren &amp; great grandchildren; sister, Helen Howell, brother-in-law, Frank Sheehy, &amp; many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins &amp; friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lucretia Sheehy, &amp; brother-in-law, James T. Howell.

Per his wishes, Dad has been cremated &amp; did not want a funeral. But we are having a come &amp; go Celebration of Life at Inman Community building in Lambert Park, Inman KS, on Saturday, January 21 from 1- 4 p.m., with an AA meeting from 1-2 p.m. You can sign his book at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter/rescue, Hutchinson Hospice House, Pleasant View in Inman, AA, Oxford Houses, or your favorite charity and these can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502. Dad loved animals, &amp; now has been reunited with his 3 beloved rescue dogs, Molly, Rocky &amp; Buck. Full obituary is at www. hutchinsonfc.com.

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 </figure>Our hero, Cecil “Tom” Thomas Litchfield, extraordinary story &amp; joke teller left us on January 13, 2023. We are certain the first thing he did was tell God his latest joke &amp; then a grandkid story as these were his favorite things to do on this earth.Dad was born to Lloyd Thomas &amp; Helen June (Reynolds) Litchfield on November 27, 1940, in a farmhouse north of Preston, KS. He loved telling people he wasn’t born in a city, but on the NE corner of the farmstead and his sister Lucretia on the SW corner, in Pratt County. He spent his youth in Cunningham KS., before his family moved to Medicine Lodge, KS., where he graduated High School in 1958. Dad enjoyed his HS reunions &amp; the Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty &amp; treasured the decades of friendships he had with his former classmates. After graduation, Dad served in the Army in Germany from 1962-1965, being honorably discharged, then spent 3 years in the Army reserves. He decided to continue his education at Hutchinson Community College &amp; graduated from Salt City Business College. He worked in various salt plants for 35 years before retiring. During retirement, Dad delivered/picked up cars for Midwest that took him daily to different towns across KS &amp; NE. The Rural Messenger was his final ‘job’, working for one of his best friends, the late Mike Alfers. He liked to joke that he started his working career as a paper delivery boy and ended it the same way.Dad married Judy Ewing on November 27,1967, to this union they had twin daughters Sheila &amp; Sonya. They later divorced but remained lifelong friends, spending holidays &amp; family events together. At one of the dinners his granddaughter asked him, do you know my Grandma Judy, to which he replied, Yeah, I might have met her before. Humor &amp; sarcasm were staples in our family, most often referring to Dad’s stellar driving skills. Dad tried marriage two more times, but alas he was meant to be single and ready to mingle! He loved telling us that each of our marriages are longer than the three of his combined.Dad felt his greatest blessings after his twins, were his grandkids, Tara Esguerra (Josh Hearne), Jacob Goalden (Spencer), Cody Martin (Sara), Kaitlynn Goalden, &amp; Darion Esguerra (Bailey). His 2nd favorite title after Dad was Papa &amp; were the absolute joys of his life. He spent his time going to all their various sporting events. He was often heard from the stands telling the refs what a wonderful job they were doing in his own special “Tom” way. The joke was whichever daughter’s kid was playing had to sit with Papa to keep him controlled &amp; not get thrown out. He traveled many miles watching his grandkids in whatever sport they were playing. He loved watching them play football, softball, baseball, basketball, &amp; volleyball. Fridays were “breakfast with Papa” day. When they reached school age, then it was Sunday lunch with Papa. He would squeeze in breakfasts, lunches &amp; dinners whenever they were available. His great-grandkids, Aydan Wieser, Patch Esguerra, Maverick Esguerra, Delaynie Goalden, Porter Goalden, &amp; Ezra Martin lit up his world more. He loved to travel, do trips to Dubuque, IA. &amp; Watford City, ND to see them were no problem.Dad turned his life over to his higher power &amp; AA on May 16, 1967 &amp; began his 12 steps to his sobriety. He became dedicated to helping so many others with theirs, until the day he died, with 55.5 years of sobriety. He went all over KS and to many states for meetings &amp; annual conventions, he met lifelong friends who became chosen family. In 2004, he fell off a porch and broke both of his shoulders &amp; an elbow. When the Dr. was stitching his face, he told Dad he would be sending him over to the hospital for surgery. Dad informed him he needed to wait until Monday, he’d not missed the Salina Round Robin in 19 years &amp; he didn’t intend to miss this one. Short story, he only got a 19 yr. run streak with that Round Robin! Going anywhere would turn into a 2-hour event, as Dad would run into a friend or two. Instacart would have been awesome back when we were growing up – HA! Dad took us to so manystates, &amp; one year to Canada for vacation. We walked into a restaurant to eat, &amp; someone calls out “hey Tom, good to see you,” we couldn’t even catch a break in another country- HA! We did enjoy the benefits of Dad’s meetings though, we got to meet a real-life Canadian Mounty &amp; hold so many more of his treasured friends in our hearts forever!When the Dr. came in to tell Dad the severity of his diagnosis &amp; that without surgery, he would only have 2-5 days left, Dad didn’t miss a beat &amp; said no to surgery. Dad told him since there were no guarantees he would survive the surgery, he had lived a very blessed life, he was good. Instead, he chose the next days to be with his family &amp; friends, saying his goodbye’s, his way. We had 29 amazing days with him. Dad’s favorite thing to say during this time was that he couldn’t even die right &amp; that he was flunking hospice. We are grateful for the love &amp; care that Dad received at Pleasant View &amp; Hospice House. The nurses &amp; staff were fabulous &amp; made his last days on this earth comfortable, peaceful, &amp; full of love. We cannot thank everyone enough for all the care.He is survived by his daughters &amp; their spouses: Sheila &amp; Augie Esguerra, Sonya &amp; Mike Goalden; his beloved grandchildren &amp; great grandchildren; sister, Helen Howell, brother-in-law, Frank Sheehy, &amp; many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins &amp; friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lucretia Sheehy, &amp; brother-in-law, James T. Howell.Per his wishes, Dad has been cremated &amp; did not want a funeral. But we are having a come &amp; go Celebration of Life at Inman Community building in Lambert Park, Inman KS, on Saturday, January 21 from 1- 4 p.m., with an AA meeting from 1-2 p.m. You can sign his book at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter/rescue, Hutchinson Hospice House, Pleasant View in Inman, AA, Oxford Houses, or your favorite charity and these can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502. Dad loved animals, &amp; now has been reunited with his 3 beloved rescue dogs, Molly, Rocky &amp; Buck. Full obituary is at www. hutchinsonfc.com.

Cecil "Tom" Thomas Litchfield |1940-2023|

David Alan Morrell was born May 7, 1955 to Arthur Ray Morrell Jr. and Nina Fern (Pelton) Morrell in Dodge City, KS.&nbsp; He passed away on January 14, 2023 at his home in Abbyville, KS. &nbsp;He was 67 years old.

David attended Arlington Grade School, and graduated in 1973 from Fairfield High School. &nbsp;He attended a technical school in Phoenix, Arizona.&nbsp; He continued to work for many years in Arizona at Wells Fargo.&nbsp; In 2015, he moved back to Abbyville to care for his mother.

David enjoyed getting together with his family.&nbsp; He was a wonderful cook and also enjoyed woodwork carving, shooting pool, and followed the Phoenix Sun’s and the Kansas City Chiefs.

He is survived by his four siblings, Steve (Brenda) Morrell of Castleton, Lance (Patty) Morrell and Kelly (Ginger) Morrell of Hutchinson, Barry (Lonnie Call) Morrell of Arlington, and also by numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, 10:00 A.M. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502 with Reverend Charles R. Crumble Sr. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Arlington Township Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions are suggested to the Abbyville Senior Center, and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

David Alan Morrell was born May 7, 1955 to Arthur Ray Morrell Jr. and Nina Fern (Pelton) Morrell in Dodge City, KS.&nbsp; He passed away on January 14, 2023 at his home in Abbyville, KS. &nbsp;He was 67 years old.David attended Arlington Grade School, and graduated in 1973 from Fairfield High School. &nbsp;He attended a technical school in Phoenix, Arizona.&nbsp; He continued to work for many years in Arizona at Wells Fargo.&nbsp; In 2015, he moved back to Abbyville to care for his mother.David enjoyed getting together with his family.&nbsp; He was a wonderful cook and also enjoyed woodwork carving, shooting pool, and followed the Phoenix Sun’s and the Kansas City Chiefs.He is survived by his four siblings, Steve (Brenda) Morrell of Castleton, Lance (Patty) Morrell and Kelly (Ginger) Morrell of Hutchinson, Barry (Lonnie Call) Morrell of Arlington, and also by numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.He is preceded in death by his parents.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, 10:00 A.M. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502 with Reverend Charles R. Crumble Sr. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Arlington Township Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions are suggested to the Abbyville Senior Center, and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

David Alan Morrell |1955-2023|

Maurine Ethel Unruh (Koehn), 94, died January 14, 2023, at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village. She was born July 1, 1928, in Greensburg, KS, to Fred and Nina (Nightingale) Koehn.

&nbsp;In 1946, she married Cecil Unruh, in Greensburg, KS. They shared 74 years of marriage, prior to his death on September 18, 2020.

She worked as a salesperson in various clothing and gift stores. Maurine was a hard worker and a social person and because of it, she became very good at selling things. She worked at Pegues for awhile, in Hutchinson, before &nbsp;the store closed. She had her usual clients that loved buying from her. Maurine and her husband, Cecil, would spend their summers in Colorado managing gift stores. Because of her sales experience, the gift stores did very well. &nbsp;

Maurine was a longtime member of First Christian Church, Hutchinson.

Maurine is survived by: daughter, Pamela (Donald) Pooler of Bonner Springs; son, Eric (Gayle) Unruh of Casper, WY; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; and 9 siblings.

No service is planned at this time. Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Christian Church, Hutchinson, or Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Maurine Ethel Unruh (Koehn), 94, died January 14, 2023, at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village. She was born July 1, 1928, in Greensburg, KS, to Fred and Nina (Nightingale) Koehn.Maurine attended Greensburg High School.&nbsp;In 1946, she married Cecil Unruh, in Greensburg, KS. They shared 74 years of marriage, prior to his death on September 18, 2020.She worked as a salesperson in various clothing and gift stores. Maurine was a hard worker and a social person and because of it, she became very good at selling things. She worked at Pegues for awhile, in Hutchinson, before &nbsp;the store closed. She had her usual clients that loved buying from her. Maurine and her husband, Cecil, would spend their summers in Colorado managing gift stores. Because of her sales experience, the gift stores did very well. &nbsp;Maurine was a longtime member of First Christian Church, Hutchinson.Maurine is survived by: daughter, Pamela (Donald) Pooler of Bonner Springs; son, Eric (Gayle) Unruh of Casper, WY; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; and 9 siblings.No service is planned at this time. Cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Christian Church, Hutchinson, or Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Maurine Ethel Unruh (Koehn) |1928-2023|

Rubye Murphy, 100, died January 13, 2023, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson. She was born October 28, 1922, in Hutchinson, to Henry B. and Mary (LetKeman) Ediger.

She was a 1940 graduate of Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community Junior College. Rubye was a lifetime resident of Reno County.

She was a homemaker. Rubye was employed at USD 308, Good Samaritan Center, and worked five years at the Civil Service Commission, Washington, DC.

Rubye was a member of RSVP, delivered Meals on Wheels, volunteered at Good Samaritan Village, and Dillon Living Center. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Hutchinson.

Rubye loved her family and enjoyed time spent with them. Her family fondly remembers her wonderful sense of humor, big smile, having fun, and a lot of laughter. Rubye had a passion for music. She played the piano and sang in the church choir. Rubye was active throughout her life. This was shown by her love of the outdoors. She found joy in working in her yard and tending her flower beds.

On December 1, 1944, Rubye married Willard Murphy at First Baptist Church, Hutchinson. They shared over 61 years of marriage, prior to his death on February 17, 2006.

Rubye is survived by: son, Doug (Pat) Murphy of Bedford, TX; daughters, Diane Wilhite of Emporia, KS, and Donna (Dick) Peavy of Avon Park, FL; and grandsons, Adam and Ryan Murphy, and Jacob and Joshua Jantz.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; son-in-law, Mike Wilhite; sister, Ella Carrier; and brother, Ed Ediger.

Cremation has taken place. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

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 </figure>Rubye Murphy, 100, died January 13, 2023, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson. She was born October 28, 1922, in Hutchinson, to Henry B. and Mary (LetKeman) Ediger.She was a 1940 graduate of Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community Junior College. Rubye was a lifetime resident of Reno County.She was a homemaker. Rubye was employed at USD 308, Good Samaritan Center, and worked five years at the Civil Service Commission, Washington, DC.Rubye was a member of RSVP, delivered Meals on Wheels, volunteered at Good Samaritan Village, and Dillon Living Center. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Hutchinson.Rubye loved her family and enjoyed time spent with them. Her family fondly remembers her wonderful sense of humor, big smile, having fun, and a lot of laughter. Rubye had a passion for music. She played the piano and sang in the church choir. Rubye was active throughout her life. This was shown by her love of the outdoors. She found joy in working in her yard and tending her flower beds.On December 1, 1944, Rubye married Willard Murphy at First Baptist Church, Hutchinson. They shared over 61 years of marriage, prior to his death on February 17, 2006.Rubye is survived by: son, Doug (Pat) Murphy of Bedford, TX; daughters, Diane Wilhite of Emporia, KS, and Donna (Dick) Peavy of Avon Park, FL; and grandsons, Adam and Ryan Murphy, and Jacob and Joshua Jantz.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; son-in-law, Mike Wilhite; sister, Ella Carrier; and brother, Ed Ediger.Cremation has taken place. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Baptist Church, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Rubye Murphy |1922-2023|

Mildred Irene Whitlock, 89, died January 11th at the Cedars care facility in McPherson, Kansas. 

Irene was a force of nature, breaking barriers and making a tangible impact in Republican politics. Her husband, Donald Eugene Whitlock, passed forty years earlier. Together they ran Don’s Studio and Camera Shop on Main Street in McPherson for 27 years. 

Irene was born on May 7, 1933, in Augusta, Kansas, and grew up on her grandparents’ farm outside of town. She moved into Augusta at the age of six to start school, living with her aunt and uncle, Garnett and Oscar Nitz, just two doors down from a 10-year-old Don Whitlock. 

Irene and Don soon would become best friends, even though Don would consistently beat her at marbles. Her uncle, “Unkie”, expressed his concerns about having to keep buying her marbles just so she could lose them to “that boy.” Irene and Don were the classic childhood sweethearts, living through World War II together as kids. 

After their marriage on June 3, 1951, they opened a camera shop in Augusta, before moving with their two young sons to McPherson, Kansas, in 1956. 

Irene started her political career in 1968, helping Bob Dole in his first run for the United States Senate. She would drive Bob around the state for events, ending back in McPherson where he was welcomed into the family home and given a place to sleep. That same year, she worked for Rick Harmon’s campaign for governor. In 1971, she was director of Kansas’ 4th District Federation of Republican Women. Expanding her reach, in 1972 she was asked to be the state campaign director for President Richard Nixon’s campaigns in New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Kansas, later celebrating his win in the Rose Garden. 

From 1974 to 1977, she was executive director of the Kansas Republican Party, becoming not only the first woman executive director for Kansas, but also the first in any state. She was never aware of breaking these barriers, but instead just did her job as best she could. But she would plow through anyone who got in her way. Irene was also director of Bob Storey’s campaign for Kansas Attorney General and Jeffries’ campaign for United States Congressman. Her last campaign was State Director of the Texas Telephone campaign for Reagan-Bush in 1980. 

The loss of her husband at such an early age put an end to her campaigning, but she continued in politics, working as district administrator for Congressman Bob Whittaker from 1983 to 1990. Irene was active in the Business and Professional Women’s Club, serving as President of the McPherson BPW in 1959, and district director in 1962. 

She also was active in the American Red Cross from 1964 to 1985, serving as secretary and a member of the board of directors. Additionally, Irene served on the board for the McPherson Arts Counsel in the 1970s and on the board of the Mingenback Family Life Center.

Twenty years following her husband’s death, Irene reconnected with Don’s best friend, Stan Cabrales, Las Vegas, whose wife had recently passed.&nbsp; Stan subsequently moved back to McPherson and he and Irene were constant companions for the next twelve years. 

Irene is survived by her two sons, Donald Wayne (Connie) of Topeka and Stephen Allen of McPherson; granddaughters Amber Smith (Adam) and Lindsey Best, of Topeka. She had two great-granddaughters, Olivia and Amelia Smith, and 2 step-great-grandsons, Marcus Smith and Colin Best. Even with all her accomplishments, her family was always the most important thing in her life. She was so proud of what they had all become. 

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20 at the gravesite at McPherson Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life service at First Baptist Church, 600 E. Marlin, McPherson.&nbsp; A luncheon will be provided at the church immediately following. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Kansas Food Bank or to the McPherson Museum, in care of Wiggins Funeral Homes, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mildred Irene Whitlock, 89, died January 11th at the Cedars care facility in McPherson, Kansas. Irene was a force of nature, breaking barriers and making a tangible impact in Republican politics. Her husband, Donald Eugene Whitlock, passed forty years earlier. Together they ran Don’s Studio and Camera Shop on Main Street in McPherson for 27 years. Irene was born on May 7, 1933, in Augusta, Kansas, and grew up on her grandparents’ farm outside of town. She moved into Augusta at the age of six to start school, living with her aunt and uncle, Garnett and Oscar Nitz, just two doors down from a 10-year-old Don Whitlock. Irene and Don soon would become best friends, even though Don would consistently beat her at marbles. Her uncle, “Unkie”, expressed his concerns about having to keep buying her marbles just so she could lose them to “that boy.” Irene and Don were the classic childhood sweethearts, living through World War II together as kids. After their marriage on June 3, 1951, they opened a camera shop in Augusta, before moving with their two young sons to McPherson, Kansas, in 1956. Irene started her political career in 1968, helping Bob Dole in his first run for the United States Senate. She would drive Bob around the state for events, ending back in McPherson where he was welcomed into the family home and given a place to sleep. That same year, she worked for Rick Harmon’s campaign for governor. In 1971, she was director of Kansas’ 4th District Federation of Republican Women. Expanding her reach, in 1972 she was asked to be the state campaign director for President Richard Nixon’s campaigns in New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Kansas, later celebrating his win in the Rose Garden. From 1974 to 1977, she was executive director of the Kansas Republican Party, becoming not only the first woman executive director for Kansas, but also the first in any state. She was never aware of breaking these barriers, but instead just did her job as best she could. But she would plow through anyone who got in her way. Irene was also director of Bob Storey’s campaign for Kansas Attorney General and Jeffries’ campaign for United States Congressman. Her last campaign was State Director of the Texas Telephone campaign for Reagan-Bush in 1980. The loss of her husband at such an early age put an end to her campaigning, but she continued in politics, working as district administrator for Congressman Bob Whittaker from 1983 to 1990. Irene was active in the Business and Professional Women’s Club, serving as President of the McPherson BPW in 1959, and district director in 1962. She also was active in the American Red Cross from 1964 to 1985, serving as secretary and a member of the board of directors. Additionally, Irene served on the board for the McPherson Arts Counsel in the 1970s and on the board of the Mingenback Family Life Center. Twenty years following her husband’s death, Irene reconnected with Don’s best friend, Stan Cabrales, Las Vegas, whose wife had recently passed.&nbsp; Stan subsequently moved back to McPherson and he and Irene were constant companions for the next twelve years. Irene is survived by her two sons, Donald Wayne (Connie) of Topeka and Stephen Allen of McPherson; granddaughters Amber Smith (Adam) and Lindsey Best, of Topeka. She had two great-granddaughters, Olivia and Amelia Smith, and 2 step-great-grandsons, Marcus Smith and Colin Best. Even with all her accomplishments, her family was always the most important thing in her life. She was so proud of what they had all become. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20 at the gravesite at McPherson Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life service at First Baptist Church, 600 E. Marlin, McPherson.&nbsp; A luncheon will be provided at the church immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Kansas Food Bank or to the McPherson Museum, in care of Wiggins Funeral Homes, 222 W. Euclid, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mildred Irene Whitlock |1933-2023|

James L. “Jimmy” Jackson, 57, of Hutchinson, died January 14, 2023, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born September 13, 1965, in Hutchinson, to Robert G. and Hazel M. (Justice) Jackson.

Jimmy graduated from Central Christian High School, played football at Sterling College, and received his bachelor’s degree from Friends University. He was a tennis coach for Hutchinson Middle Schools and at Prairie Dunes and had previously worked for many years at Thyssen Krupp. Besides being an avid tennis player, Jimmy loved spending time with family and friends, enjoyed watching sports of all kinds, and was a lover of music and art. He was known for his big personality, sense of humor, and generosity.

He had 2 beautiful daughters, Hannah and Abigail, with Joyce Lohrentz.

Jimmy is survived by: his daughters, Hannah Beam (Nathan) of Hutchinson, Abigail Hubbell (Isaac) of St. Paul, MN; mother, Hazel Stevinson (Joe) of Blue Springs, MO; siblings, Kathy Stucky (Frank) of Newton, Joey Jackson (Nita) of Andover, Bill Jackson (Vickey) of Hutchinson; and many extended family members.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Phil Auxier of Crestview Bible Church officiating. The service will be livestreamed and the link to view it below will be active at 10:45 a.m. the day of the service. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time.

Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial of your choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

James L. “Jimmy” Jackson, 57, of Hutchinson, died January 14, 2023, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born September 13, 1965, in Hutchinson, to Robert G. and Hazel M. (Justice) Jackson.Jimmy graduated from Central Christian High School, played football at Sterling College, and received his bachelor’s degree from Friends University. He was a tennis coach for Hutchinson Middle Schools and at Prairie Dunes and had previously worked for many years at Thyssen Krupp. Besides being an avid tennis player, Jimmy loved spending time with family and friends, enjoyed watching sports of all kinds, and was a lover of music and art. He was known for his big personality, sense of humor, and generosity.He had 2 beautiful daughters, Hannah and Abigail, with Joyce Lohrentz.Jimmy is survived by: his daughters, Hannah Beam (Nathan) of Hutchinson, Abigail Hubbell (Isaac) of St. Paul, MN; mother, Hazel Stevinson (Joe) of Blue Springs, MO; siblings, Kathy Stucky (Frank) of Newton, Joey Jackson (Nita) of Andover, Bill Jackson (Vickey) of Hutchinson; and many extended family members.He was preceded in death by his father.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Phil Auxier of Crestview Bible Church officiating. The service will be livestreamed and the link to view it below will be active at 10:45 a.m. the day of the service. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time.Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial of your choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

James L. “Jimmy” Jackson |1965-2023|

Ada H. Eash, 87, passed away at Mennonite Friendship Communities, in South Hutchinson, Kansas, on January 14, 2023.&nbsp; She was born at Haven, Kansas on August 5, 1935, the daughter of Harvey “H.E.” and Lena (Keim) Borntrager. She was a member of The Old Order Amish Church. Ada was a homemaker. On May 8, 1958, she married Perry E. Eash at Haven.&nbsp; They lived in matrimony 64 years. Survivors include her five children, Ernest (Mary) Eash of Haven, Larry Dale (Loretta) Eash of Haven, Edith (Larry Allen) Keim of Haven, Marvin (Dorothy) Eash of Hutchinson, and Freda (Kenneth) Keim of Cashton, Wisconsin, 31 grandchildren; and 71 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death are her parents, 3 brothers, 4 sisters, and one great-granddaughter.

Family will receive friends Tuesday, January 17, 2023, from 2-4 and from 6-8 at the Larry Dale Eash residence; 10410 S. Obee Road, Haven, Kansas.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at the residence at 10410 S. Obee Road, Haven. Burial will follow at the Yoder Amish Cemetery.&nbsp; Family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Enhabit Home Health &amp; Hospice, in care of Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Haven, Kansas 67543.

Ada H. Eash, 87, passed away at Mennonite Friendship Communities, in South Hutchinson, Kansas, on January 14, 2023.&nbsp; She was born at Haven, Kansas on August 5, 1935, the daughter of Harvey “H.E.” and Lena (Keim) Borntrager. She was a member of The Old Order Amish Church. Ada was a homemaker. On May 8, 1958, she married Perry E. Eash at Haven.&nbsp; They lived in matrimony 64 years. Survivors include her five children, Ernest (Mary) Eash of Haven, Larry Dale (Loretta) Eash of Haven, Edith (Larry Allen) Keim of Haven, Marvin (Dorothy) Eash of Hutchinson, and Freda (Kenneth) Keim of Cashton, Wisconsin, 31 grandchildren; and 71 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death are her parents, 3 brothers, 4 sisters, and one great-granddaughter. Family will receive friends Tuesday, January 17, 2023, from 2-4 and from 6-8 at the Larry Dale Eash residence; 10410 S. Obee Road, Haven, Kansas.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at the residence at 10410 S. Obee Road, Haven. Burial will follow at the Yoder Amish Cemetery.&nbsp; Family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Enhabit Home Health &amp; Hospice, in care of Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Haven, Kansas 67543.

Ada H. Eash |1935-2023|

David L. Allison, 68, of Halstead, Kansas passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 6, 2023. He was the second of four children born to Everett J. and Pauline Allison on May 26, 1954 in Salina, Kansas. He lived his entire life in Kansas and along with Salina, he was a resident of Lucas, Kansas and later moved to Halstead, Kansas where he resided until his death. Growing up in central Kansas, David held many jobs, including custom harvesting, working in a carnival and eventually became an over the road truck driver. He then started his own small trucking company Allison Trucking. His last job was owner of Daves Bait and Tackle at Spring Lake.

When David moved to Halstead he became a member of Newton Christian Church and had been for many years. He loved kids and would often give them rides in his electric wheelchair. He was responsible for saving a child from abortion and would save his change to donate to the Heartland Pregnancy Care Center in Newton.

He is preceded in death by his son Paul Allison, parents Everett J and Pauline Allison.&nbsp;

David is survived by his sister Linda S. Allison of Eldon, Missouri, brothers Robert D. Allison of Wichita, Kansas and Dennis J. (Christine) Allison of Valley Center, Kansas, 5 nephews, 1 neice, multiple great nephews &amp; nieces, many other friends and church family.

Graveside service&nbsp; 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Miltonvale Cemetery, Miltonvale, Kansas 67466.

Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

David L. Allison, 68, of Halstead, Kansas passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 6, 2023. He was the second of four children born to Everett J. and Pauline Allison on May 26, 1954 in Salina, Kansas. He lived his entire life in Kansas and along with Salina, he was a resident of Lucas, Kansas and later moved to Halstead, Kansas where he resided until his death. Growing up in central Kansas, David held many jobs, including custom harvesting, working in a carnival and eventually became an over the road truck driver. He then started his own small trucking company Allison Trucking. His last job was owner of Daves Bait and Tackle at Spring Lake.When David moved to Halstead he became a member of Newton Christian Church and had been for many years. He loved kids and would often give them rides in his electric wheelchair. He was responsible for saving a child from abortion and would save his change to donate to the Heartland Pregnancy Care Center in Newton.He is preceded in death by his son Paul Allison, parents Everett J and Pauline Allison.&nbsp;David is survived by his sister Linda S. Allison of Eldon, Missouri, brothers Robert D. Allison of Wichita, Kansas and Dennis J. (Christine) Allison of Valley Center, Kansas, 5 nephews, 1 neice, multiple great nephews &amp; nieces, many other friends and church family.Graveside service&nbsp; 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Miltonvale Cemetery, Miltonvale, Kansas 67466.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

David L. Allison |1954-2023|

Stanley Lavern Booth, age 63, born January 26, 1959, at the Joslin Hospital, Harper, Kansas. He went to be with his Lord on January 11, 2023 at his home under the care of Rivercross Hospice.

Stanley attended Kindergarten at Wells Elementary School in Wichita, then attended grades 1-5 at Enterprise Elementary School in South Wichita. He attended 6th grade at Harper Elementary, Harper, Kansas. Then 7th &amp; 8th at Wichita Baptist Tabernacle. When Wichita Heights Baptist Church started their Accelerated Christian School, Stan attended 9-12th grades and graduated in 1978.

After graduation he joined the U.S. Navy in 1980. He was discharged as an AZ, from Kingston Naval Air Station, Kingston, Texas. April 19, 1989, Stan married Patti Rogers of Salina, Kansas. To this union was born Mark Robert Donald Booth Cowin. After his divorce, Stan became a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). He worked at Wesley Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, Riverside Hospital and many of the Nursing Homes in the area as well as a short time at the prison in El Dorado, Kansas. He preferred working with the elderly and using his gifts to minister to many.

Stan loved his cats, Scudder and Minnie. He also loved planting flowers and watching them grow. Sitting on his porch he would watch the birds making their nests in the tree in front of his apartment. As a young man, Stan was a very good singer. He auditioned at Branson, Missouri and also sang at rodeos and helped in the chutes.

His character was he never met a stranger, he was strong willed but compassionate, very opinionated, spoke his mind on everything whether right or wrong. When he was young, he was very meticulous about his appearance, but as he got older and sicker his attitude became more docile.

Stanley is survived by his parents Don and Wanda Booth of Park City, Ks; sister Debra &amp; George Birdwell of Park City, Ks; son Mark &amp; Kasidy Cowin of Ponca City, Okla.; 5 grandchildren Braden, Serenity, Israel, Aaliaha and Jordyn; 5 stepchildren Christopher, Kaleb, Kolton, Kimberlyn and Lolleena; nephews and nieces, Robert &amp; Clarissa Birdwell and Melissa Birdwell of Park City, Ks and Debra &amp; Ben Corliss of Pensacola, FL; many other family, church family and friends.

Visitation 5-7 pm, Tuesday, January 17 and Service 1:00 pm, Wednesday, January 18, both will be held at Wichita Heights Baptist Church, 6400 N. Hydraulic, Park City, Kansas. Graveside following at Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas.

Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com/">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>Stanley Lavern Booth, age 63, born January 26, 1959, at the Joslin Hospital, Harper, Kansas. He went to be with his Lord on January 11, 2023 at his home under the care of Rivercross Hospice.Stanley attended Kindergarten at Wells Elementary School in Wichita, then attended grades 1-5 at Enterprise Elementary School in South Wichita. He attended 6th grade at Harper Elementary, Harper, Kansas. Then 7th &amp; 8th at Wichita Baptist Tabernacle. When Wichita Heights Baptist Church started their Accelerated Christian School, Stan attended 9-12th grades and graduated in 1978.After graduation he joined the U.S. Navy in 1980. He was discharged as an AZ, from Kingston Naval Air Station, Kingston, Texas. April 19, 1989, Stan married Patti Rogers of Salina, Kansas. To this union was born Mark Robert Donald Booth Cowin. After his divorce, Stan became a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). He worked at Wesley Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, Riverside Hospital and many of the Nursing Homes in the area as well as a short time at the prison in El Dorado, Kansas. He preferred working with the elderly and using his gifts to minister to many.Stan loved his cats, Scudder and Minnie. He also loved planting flowers and watching them grow. Sitting on his porch he would watch the birds making their nests in the tree in front of his apartment. As a young man, Stan was a very good singer. He auditioned at Branson, Missouri and also sang at rodeos and helped in the chutes.His character was he never met a stranger, he was strong willed but compassionate, very opinionated, spoke his mind on everything whether right or wrong. When he was young, he was very meticulous about his appearance, but as he got older and sicker his attitude became more docile.Stanley is survived by his parents Don and Wanda Booth of Park City, Ks; sister Debra &amp; George Birdwell of Park City, Ks; son Mark &amp; Kasidy Cowin of Ponca City, Okla.; 5 grandchildren Braden, Serenity, Israel, Aaliaha and Jordyn; 5 stepchildren Christopher, Kaleb, Kolton, Kimberlyn and Lolleena; nephews and nieces, Robert &amp; Clarissa Birdwell and Melissa Birdwell of Park City, Ks and Debra &amp; Ben Corliss of Pensacola, FL; many other family, church family and friends.Visitation 5-7 pm, Tuesday, January 17 and Service 1:00 pm, Wednesday, January 18, both will be held at Wichita Heights Baptist Church, 6400 N. Hydraulic, Park City, Kansas. Graveside following at Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com/">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Stanley Lavern Booth |1959-2023|

Rose Marie Gutsch, age 92, of McPherson, KS, left her earthly body to be with God on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 11:40 p.m. in McPherson, Kansas. She was born on Feb. 26, 1930 in Manhattan, KS to Earl F. &amp; amp; Matilda “Tillie” E. (Krueger) Avery.

She grew up in Marion, KS and attended grade school and graduated from Marion High School in 1947. She married Robert L. Gutsch on Nov. 5, 1948 in Marion, KS and to this union were born four daughters, Roberta, Rebecca, Robin and Rita. He preceded her on Feb. 6, 1992 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Rose lived in the Newton area for ten years until they moved to McPherson in 1961. She worked for McIntyre, Jukes &amp; amp; Kennedy, Alliance Co., RB Stamp Service and lastly for Sterling Drug as a bookkeeper until her retirement. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Lamplighters Circle at the church, Beta Sigma Phi and the McPherson Camp Lighters. She and Bob were avid campers in their early years and enjoyed dancing and traveling. She was a passionate supporter of her grandchildren and their activities. She enjoyed crocheting and a host of other activities. Her family also recognizes her tremendous courage, patience, and love, in caretaking for her husband, Robert when diagnosed with Alzheimer’s before there was much research, support or understanding of that devastating disease.

She is survived by her daughters, Roberta Herrs (Dewayne), McPherson, KS, Rebecca Meyer (Craig), Liberty, MO, Robin Chapman (Kenneth), Gallatin, TN &amp;amp; Rita Martin (Todd), Casper, WY; sister in law, Sue Gutsch, Marion, KS; grandchildren, Ryan Herrs (Kelly Lyman), Joshua Meyer (Jamie), Tim Herrs, Jeremy Meyer (Jennifer), Elizabeth Herrs, Nikki Garcia (Chris), Andrew Chapman (Shereé), Emily Chapman; Shana Martin; 10 great grandchildren. Rose was preceded by her husband, Robert; companion, Wayne Schafer; her parents, brothers, Wilbur “Bill” &amp; Monette Avery; her sisters, Marcile Beardmore &amp; June Davis.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Chapel, McPherson, Kansas. 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Emily Cannon &amp; Darren Frazier officiating. Burial will follow at the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas. Memorials are to Gentiva Hospice of McPherson and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Ks. 67460. For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://wigginsfuneralhomes.com/" target="_blank">wigginsfuneralhomes.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://chaputbuoy.com/" target="_blank">chaputbuoy.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rose Marie Gutsch, age 92, of McPherson, KS, left her earthly body to be with God on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 11:40 p.m. in McPherson, Kansas. She was born on Feb. 26, 1930 in Manhattan, KS to Earl F. &amp; amp; Matilda “Tillie” E. (Krueger) Avery. She grew up in Marion, KS and attended grade school and graduated from Marion High School in 1947. She married Robert L. Gutsch on Nov. 5, 1948 in Marion, KS and to this union were born four daughters, Roberta, Rebecca, Robin and Rita. He preceded her on Feb. 6, 1992 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Rose lived in the Newton area for ten years until they moved to McPherson in 1961. She worked for McIntyre, Jukes &amp; amp; Kennedy, Alliance Co., RB Stamp Service and lastly for Sterling Drug as a bookkeeper until her retirement. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Lamplighters Circle at the church, Beta Sigma Phi and the McPherson Camp Lighters. She and Bob were avid campers in their early years and enjoyed dancing and traveling. She was a passionate supporter of her grandchildren and their activities. She enjoyed crocheting and a host of other activities. Her family also recognizes her tremendous courage, patience, and love, in caretaking for her husband, Robert when diagnosed with Alzheimer’s before there was much research, support or understanding of that devastating disease. She is survived by her daughters, Roberta Herrs (Dewayne), McPherson, KS, Rebecca Meyer (Craig), Liberty, MO, Robin Chapman (Kenneth), Gallatin, TN &amp;amp; Rita Martin (Todd), Casper, WY; sister in law, Sue Gutsch, Marion, KS; grandchildren, Ryan Herrs (Kelly Lyman), Joshua Meyer (Jamie), Tim Herrs, Jeremy Meyer (Jennifer), Elizabeth Herrs, Nikki Garcia (Chris), Andrew Chapman (Shereé), Emily Chapman; Shana Martin; 10 great grandchildren. Rose was preceded by her husband, Robert; companion, Wayne Schafer; her parents, brothers, Wilbur “Bill” &amp; Monette Avery; her sisters, Marcile Beardmore &amp; June Davis. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Chapel, McPherson, Kansas. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Emily Cannon &amp; Darren Frazier officiating. Burial will follow at the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas. Memorials are to Gentiva Hospice of McPherson and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Ks. 67460. For online condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://wigginsfuneralhomes.com/" target="_blank">wigginsfuneralhomes.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://chaputbuoy.com/" target="_blank">chaputbuoy.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rose Marie Gutsch |1930-2023|

Garnet “Howard” Rowland, 94, died January 11, 2023, at Pleasant View Home, Inman.&nbsp; He was born June 26, 1928, in Hutchinson, to William Vincent and Gladys Leona (Sthole) Rowland.&nbsp; When Howard was just a baby, his mom died unexpectedly.&nbsp; His dad later married Wilma Roberson.

Howard graduated from Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community Junior College, where he earned his certification to be a machinist. He served in the United States Army from 1948 to 1953.&nbsp; Howard was a farmer and stockman.&nbsp; He loved the land, especially working cattle, and the calving season.&nbsp; In addition, Howard enjoyed making things out of wood and metal, with metal his preference.&nbsp; Howard was a member of Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church for over 60 years.

On September 14, 1956, he married Erma I. Humphrey, in Richter, KS.&nbsp; They shared 62 years of marriage before her death on January 2, 2019.

Howard is survived by:&nbsp; children, Kelley Rowland (Renie), Thomas Rowland, all of Hutchinson, Sharon Regier (Rick) of Buhler, and Larry Rowland (Kristi) of Lawrence; sister, Emilie Dell; brothers, Charles Rowland and Clyde Rowland (Jean); grandchildren, Hannah and John, Tyson, Ashley and Garrett, Colton and Annie, and Gabriel; and three great-grandchildren, Zoey, Emerson, and June.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; his stepmother; sisters, Ruth Hoffman and Marjorie Ensz; and grandsons, Jacob and Samuel.

Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church, 5512 N. Pennington, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Sue Talbot officiating.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may sign his book from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until service time Wednesday at the church. Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Garnet “Howard” Rowland, 94, died January 11, 2023, at Pleasant View Home, Inman.&nbsp; He was born June 26, 1928, in Hutchinson, to William Vincent and Gladys Leona (Sthole) Rowland.&nbsp; When Howard was just a baby, his mom died unexpectedly.&nbsp; His dad later married Wilma Roberson.Howard graduated from Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community Junior College, where he earned his certification to be a machinist. He served in the United States Army from 1948 to 1953.&nbsp; Howard was a farmer and stockman.&nbsp; He loved the land, especially working cattle, and the calving season.&nbsp; In addition, Howard enjoyed making things out of wood and metal, with metal his preference.&nbsp; Howard was a member of Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church for over 60 years.On September 14, 1956, he married Erma I. Humphrey, in Richter, KS.&nbsp; They shared 62 years of marriage before her death on January 2, 2019.Howard is survived by:&nbsp; children, Kelley Rowland (Renie), Thomas Rowland, all of Hutchinson, Sharon Regier (Rick) of Buhler, and Larry Rowland (Kristi) of Lawrence; sister, Emilie Dell; brothers, Charles Rowland and Clyde Rowland (Jean); grandchildren, Hannah and John, Tyson, Ashley and Garrett, Colton and Annie, and Gabriel; and three great-grandchildren, Zoey, Emerson, and June.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; his stepmother; sisters, Ruth Hoffman and Marjorie Ensz; and grandsons, Jacob and Samuel.Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church, 5512 N. Pennington, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Sue Talbot officiating.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may sign his book from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until service time Wednesday at the church. Cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Garnet “Howard” Rowland |1928-2023|

Herbert James Weigel, Jr, 85, died January 1, 2023, in North Kansas City Hospice House. He was born on October 14, 1937, in Hays, to Herbert and Martina (Leiker) Weigel.

Herb served in the U.S. Air Force for 6 years. While stationed in Tripoli, Libya he met the love of his life, Ines Maria Filippi.&nbsp; They were happily married almost 65 years before the passing of Ines. Herb finished his illustrious 40 year career with Dillons as the Hutchinson Northgate Dillons manager in 1993. Herb spent his retirement years traveling with Ines, taking care of his lawn, rescuing cats, and shopping for bargains for his family.

Herb was known to everyone as an honorable, kind, generous, loving, patient, hardworking and an animal loving man. He supported everyone and always saw the silver lining when anything got tough. Herb had a passion and love for his family and all of his grandchildren. All his life, Herb (PoPo) kept in touch with everyone through phone calls or encouraging cards. The last four months after Ines’s passing, he moved to Kansas City with his cat Pooky to be with his Kansas City girls. He moved through the next four months with bravery, perseverance, honor, positivity, strength and courage.&nbsp; Herb was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and human being. Our family is saddened they have both left us but thankful Herb and Ines have been eternally reunited with their loved ones in heaven.

Herb is survived by: daughters, Cindy Cook and Susan Weigel-Wise of Hutchinson; Debbie Gray of Shawnee; and Missy Pint of Lenexa; grandchildren: Rachel Joshi, Tanner Gray, Jenna Gray, Lexi Pint, Riley Pint, Ava Walter, Alex Wise, Hayley Wise and Jordan Cook; eight great grandchildren; and sisters, Mary Ann Taylor and Sheila Rohl.

He was preceded in death by: his wife Ines Weigel; parents; and sister Susie Ruder.

Rosary will be 6 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023, in the Elliott Mortuary chapel followed by family greeting friends until 8 p.m. Graveside service will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, on January 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Friends are welcome. There will be a Celebration of Life reception at Holy Cross Church after the inurnment.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hutchinson Street Cat Society and Hospice House in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Herbert James Weigel, Jr, 85, died January 1, 2023, in North Kansas City Hospice House. He was born on October 14, 1937, in Hays, to Herbert and Martina (Leiker) Weigel.Herb served in the U.S. Air Force for 6 years. While stationed in Tripoli, Libya he met the love of his life, Ines Maria Filippi.&nbsp; They were happily married almost 65 years before the passing of Ines. Herb finished his illustrious 40 year career with Dillons as the Hutchinson Northgate Dillons manager in 1993. Herb spent his retirement years traveling with Ines, taking care of his lawn, rescuing cats, and shopping for bargains for his family.Herb was known to everyone as an honorable, kind, generous, loving, patient, hardworking and an animal loving man. He supported everyone and always saw the silver lining when anything got tough. Herb had a passion and love for his family and all of his grandchildren. All his life, Herb (PoPo) kept in touch with everyone through phone calls or encouraging cards. The last four months after Ines’s passing, he moved to Kansas City with his cat Pooky to be with his Kansas City girls. He moved through the next four months with bravery, perseverance, honor, positivity, strength and courage.&nbsp; Herb was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and human being. Our family is saddened they have both left us but thankful Herb and Ines have been eternally reunited with their loved ones in heaven.Herb is survived by: daughters, Cindy Cook and Susan Weigel-Wise of Hutchinson; Debbie Gray of Shawnee; and Missy Pint of Lenexa; grandchildren: Rachel Joshi, Tanner Gray, Jenna Gray, Lexi Pint, Riley Pint, Ava Walter, Alex Wise, Hayley Wise and Jordan Cook; eight great grandchildren; and sisters, Mary Ann Taylor and Sheila Rohl.He was preceded in death by: his wife Ines Weigel; parents; and sister Susie Ruder.Rosary will be 6 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023, in the Elliott Mortuary chapel followed by family greeting friends until 8 p.m. Graveside service will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, on January 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Friends are welcome. There will be a Celebration of Life reception at Holy Cross Church after the inurnment.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hutchinson Street Cat Society and Hospice House in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Herbert James Weigel, Jr. |1937-2023|

Tracy Lynn Miller, 51, passed away January 9, 2023, at her home.&nbsp; She was born September 10, 1971, in Hutchinson, KS, to Larry and Carole (Bottelman) Guy.

Tracy is survived by: her daughters, Cheyenne Smith of South Hutchinson, KS, Makala (Jared) Ulmer of Wichita, KS, and Sammie (Bo Baker) Mitchell of Colorado Springs, CO; sister, Tanya (Damond) Wells of Hutchinson, KS; step-brothers, Chet (Deanna) Knight of Hutchinson, KS, and Bill (Kim) Knight of South Hutchinson, KS; and step-mother, Inez Guy of Hutchinson, KS.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Carole Guy.

Celebration of Life service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Calvary Chapel Church, 1400 N. Adams, Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Luke Helmuth officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Tracy Lynn Miller Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Tracy Lynn Miller, 51, passed away January 9, 2023, at her home.&nbsp; She was born September 10, 1971, in Hutchinson, KS, to Larry and Carole (Bottelman) Guy.Tracy is survived by: her daughters, Cheyenne Smith of South Hutchinson, KS, Makala (Jared) Ulmer of Wichita, KS, and Sammie (Bo Baker) Mitchell of Colorado Springs, CO; sister, Tanya (Damond) Wells of Hutchinson, KS; step-brothers, Chet (Deanna) Knight of Hutchinson, KS, and Bill (Kim) Knight of South Hutchinson, KS; and step-mother, Inez Guy of Hutchinson, KS.She was preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Carole Guy.Celebration of Life service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Calvary Chapel Church, 1400 N. Adams, Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Luke Helmuth officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Tracy Lynn Miller Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Tracy Lynn Miller |1971-2023|

Opal Mae Saner, age 98, passed away with her family by her side at her home in Park City on Monday, January 9, 2023.&nbsp; She was born January 1, 1925 to William and Cecilia McClain in Oklahoma.

Opal married the love of her life, Earl Saner, on June 14, 1945 in Wichita, Kansas, and together shared almost 65 years of marriage. They raised six children.&nbsp;Opal came to Wichita to work and while working at JC Penney's a handsome Air Force soldier came by and whistled at her. After a short courtship, he had to leave for active duty the day after they were married.&nbsp;&nbsp;Opal worked as a cook at various schools: Bridgeport, Chisholm Trail and Wichita Heights. When the children were grown she went to work at Wesley Hospital in the linen department where she retired.

She is preceded in death by her husband Earl, sons Robert, Richard, Ralph, and two brothers.

Opal is survived by her daughters Sandra Woods (Howard) of Valley Center, Janet Maltby (Bill) of Madison, son Ronald Saner (Pam) of Park City, and daughter-in-law Vicki Saner of Park City, with numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and Tinker the cat.

Memorials may be designated in Opal's memory to Park City Baptist Church, 1301 E. 61st St. N., Park City, Ks 67219.

Visitation 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, and Service 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, both held at Park City Baptist Church, Park City, Kansas. Graveside following the service at Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas.

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 </figure>Opal Mae Saner, age 98, passed away with her family by her side at her home in Park City on Monday, January 9, 2023.&nbsp; She was born January 1, 1925 to William and Cecilia McClain in Oklahoma.Opal married the love of her life, Earl Saner, on June 14, 1945 in Wichita, Kansas, and together shared almost 65 years of marriage. They raised six children.&nbsp;Opal came to Wichita to work and while working at JC Penney's a handsome Air Force soldier came by and whistled at her. After a short courtship, he had to leave for active duty the day after they were married.&nbsp;&nbsp;Opal worked as a cook at various schools: Bridgeport, Chisholm Trail and Wichita Heights. When the children were grown she went to work at Wesley Hospital in the linen department where she retired.She is preceded in death by her husband Earl, sons Robert, Richard, Ralph, and two brothers.Opal is survived by her daughters Sandra Woods (Howard) of Valley Center, Janet Maltby (Bill) of Madison, son Ronald Saner (Pam) of Park City, and daughter-in-law Vicki Saner of Park City, with numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and Tinker the cat.Memorials may be designated in Opal's memory to Park City Baptist Church, 1301 E. 61st St. N., Park City, Ks 67219.Visitation 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, and Service 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, both held at Park City Baptist Church, Park City, Kansas. Graveside following the service at Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Opal Mae Saner |1925-2023|

Louina Lael Seymour, 83, of Burrton, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at NMC Health in Newton. She was born April 12, 1939, in Stafford, Kansas, the daughter of LeRoy and Bessie Ellen (Tate) Wood.

Lael graduated from Solomon High School with the class of 1957.

She worked as a purchasing agent for Moridge Manufacturing in Moundridge for 26 years, retiring in 2005.

Lael was united in marriage to Arthur Dean Seymour on June 9, 1957, in Solomon. He survives of the home after 65 years of marriage.

Lael started volunteering her time in 2005 at Slate Creek Elementary and Santa Fe Middle School in Newton where her grandsons attended. She volunteered in the school libraries where she would often make bookmarks for the children.

She is also survived by her four children, Susan (Danny) Dauber of Salina, Kevin (Jean) Seymour of Moundridge, Denise (James) Wilson of Newton, and Diana (Marc) Sattler of Newton; twelve grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and brothers and sisters-in-law.

Lael was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Rowena Weers and Selena Book; and brother, Tharon Wood.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Moundridge United Methodist Church. Graveside services will follow at 2:30 p.m., Saturday at Prairiedale Cemetery, Talmage, KS. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, January 13, at Moundridge Funeral Home with family present from 5 to 7 p.m. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Moundridge Senior Center in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Louina Lael Seymour, 83, of Burrton, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at NMC Health in Newton. She was born April 12, 1939, in Stafford, Kansas, the daughter of LeRoy and Bessie Ellen (Tate) Wood.Lael graduated from Solomon High School with the class of 1957.She worked as a purchasing agent for Moridge Manufacturing in Moundridge for 26 years, retiring in 2005.Lael was united in marriage to Arthur Dean Seymour on June 9, 1957, in Solomon. He survives of the home after 65 years of marriage.Lael started volunteering her time in 2005 at Slate Creek Elementary and Santa Fe Middle School in Newton where her grandsons attended. She volunteered in the school libraries where she would often make bookmarks for the children.She is also survived by her four children, Susan (Danny) Dauber of Salina, Kevin (Jean) Seymour of Moundridge, Denise (James) Wilson of Newton, and Diana (Marc) Sattler of Newton; twelve grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and brothers and sisters-in-law.Lael was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Rowena Weers and Selena Book; and brother, Tharon Wood.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Moundridge United Methodist Church. Graveside services will follow at 2:30 p.m., Saturday at Prairiedale Cemetery, Talmage, KS. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, January 13, at Moundridge Funeral Home with family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Moundridge Senior Center in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Louina Lael Seymour |1939-2023|

Marilyn Kay Copeland, 82, passed away January 7, 2023, at Reflection Living Eileen House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born February 5, 1940, in Stafford, KS, to Roy W. and Margaret Merle (Forman) Risley.

Marilyn was a graduate of Saint John High School, Saint John, KS, and Salt City Business College, Hutchinson, KS.

On October 15, 1974, Marilyn married Bobby Herbert Copeland, in Miami, OK.&nbsp; They shared over 36 years of marriage, prior to his death on July 14, 2011.

Marilyn is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Jody Barnett, Jacky Rock, Jimmy (Angie) Copeland, and Janey Copeland, all of Hutchinson, KS, and Rick (Liz) Williams of Brownville, TX; brothers, Richard Risley of Lawrence, KS, and Larry (Martha) Risley of Wichita, KS; grandchildren, Joshua (Nicole) Barnett, Andrew Barnett, Brittany Barnett, Brandi Hemphill, Ashley Hoefer, Dustin Rock, Destiny Rock, Matthew Copeland, Brandon Copeland, Shane Copeland, Zachary Copeland, Heather Copeland, and Jordan (Barbara Smith) Copeland; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; brothers, Eldon Risley and Bill Risley; grandson, Christopher Copeland; and grandson-in-law, Brian Hemphill.

Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary, with Jimmie Keas officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairview Park Cemetery, Saint John, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Marilyn K. Copeland Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Marilyn Kay Copeland, 82, passed away January 7, 2023, at Reflection Living Eileen House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born February 5, 1940, in Stafford, KS, to Roy W. and Margaret Merle (Forman) Risley.Marilyn was a graduate of Saint John High School, Saint John, KS, and Salt City Business College, Hutchinson, KS.On October 15, 1974, Marilyn married Bobby Herbert Copeland, in Miami, OK.&nbsp; They shared over 36 years of marriage, prior to his death on July 14, 2011.Marilyn is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Jody Barnett, Jacky Rock, Jimmy (Angie) Copeland, and Janey Copeland, all of Hutchinson, KS, and Rick (Liz) Williams of Brownville, TX; brothers, Richard Risley of Lawrence, KS, and Larry (Martha) Risley of Wichita, KS; grandchildren, Joshua (Nicole) Barnett, Andrew Barnett, Brittany Barnett, Brandi Hemphill, Ashley Hoefer, Dustin Rock, Destiny Rock, Matthew Copeland, Brandon Copeland, Shane Copeland, Zachary Copeland, Heather Copeland, and Jordan (Barbara Smith) Copeland; and 12 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; brothers, Eldon Risley and Bill Risley; grandson, Christopher Copeland; and grandson-in-law, Brian Hemphill.Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary, with Jimmie Keas officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairview Park Cemetery, Saint John, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Marilyn K. Copeland Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Marilyn Kay Copeland |1940-2023|

Richard E. Rea, 65, passed away January 8, 2023, at his home in Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born January 20, 1957.&nbsp; Richard graduated from Concordia Lutheran High School in 1975.&nbsp; On November 18, 2022, Richard married Bonnie McDowell in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Richard worked as a convenience store cashier for many years.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing and was a member of the Cub Scouts in Waynesboro, VA.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Taylor. Richard is survived by his mother, Dorothy Taylor; wife, Bonnie Rea; siblings, James Taylor, Charles Taylor, Cindy Rose and Kathy Beezley.

There will be no services held at this time. &nbsp;Memorial Contributions are suggested to Traditions Home Health and Hospice and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67502.

Richard E. Rea, 65, passed away January 8, 2023, at his home in Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born January 20, 1957.&nbsp; Richard graduated from Concordia Lutheran High School in 1975.&nbsp; On November 18, 2022, Richard married Bonnie McDowell in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Richard worked as a convenience store cashier for many years.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing and was a member of the Cub Scouts in Waynesboro, VA.He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Taylor. Richard is survived by his mother, Dorothy Taylor; wife, Bonnie Rea; siblings, James Taylor, Charles Taylor, Cindy Rose and Kathy Beezley.There will be no services held at this time. &nbsp;Memorial Contributions are suggested to Traditions Home Health and Hospice and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, Hutchinson, KS, 67502.

Richard E. Rea |1957-2023|

William McDaniel was born September 16, 1952, to Arthur and Marian McDaniel. He was born in Hutchinson, KS, where he stayed a lifelong resident.

His parents, Arthur and Marian, precede William in death.

William is survived by his wife, Lisa McDaniel, son, James McDaniel, daughter, Andrea Thadison, 9 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter, brother, Bruce McDaniel, and 2 step children.

William worked for the United States Postal Service for many years as a letter carrier, later retiring from USPS in Newton, KS. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, finding some of his happiest memories out in nature. William will be missed by many.

A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.

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 </figure>William McDaniel was born September 16, 1952, to Arthur and Marian McDaniel. He was born in Hutchinson, KS, where he stayed a lifelong resident.His parents, Arthur and Marian, precede William in death.William is survived by his wife, Lisa McDaniel, son, James McDaniel, daughter, Andrea Thadison, 9 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter, brother, Bruce McDaniel, and 2 step children.William worked for the United States Postal Service for many years as a letter carrier, later retiring from USPS in Newton, KS. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, finding some of his happiest memories out in nature. William will be missed by many.A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.

William McDaniel |1952-2023|

Gladys “Glady” Illene Huber, 81, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2023, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; She was the Deputy City Clerk for the City of McPherson, retiring in 2005.

Glady was born on August 24, 1941, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Edgar “Dick” and Sophia M. (Smylie) Winn.&nbsp; She graduated from McPherson High School in 1959.&nbsp; On November 26, 1960, Glady was united in marriage to Delmar Dean Huber in McPherson.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church.

Survivors include: her loving husband of 62 years, Delmar; three children, Dawna (Lyndon) Barrow, Dallas (Julie) Huber, and Darci (Ryan) Walker, all of McPherson, KS; two sisters, Marilyn (Laurence) Sand and Frances Duren, all of McPherson, KS; sister-in-law, May Huber-Rabon of Roseburg, OR; six grandchildren, Gregg (Kristen) Barrow, Michael (Alycia) Barrow, Austin Huber, Courtney Huber, Dylan (Lauren) Barrow, and Shelby (Zach) Oller; two step-grandchildren, Lindsy (Shawn) Phillips and Codi (Brett) Cusick; ten great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren and one of the way; and many more extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister, Donna Winn; parents-in-law, Jonah &amp; Eva Huber and Dayna &amp; Lucille Stump; sister-in-law, Dixie (Clyde) Huber Anthem; brothers-in-law, Jonathan Huber and LaVern (Marilyn) Huber; &nbsp;half-brother-in-law, Mark Stump; and brother-in-law, Robert L. Duren.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 2:30 PM, Friday, January 13, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Emily Spearman Cannon officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to the Ronald McDonald House-Bernstein House or the McPherson Public Library in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Gladys “Glady” Illene Huber, 81, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2023, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; She was the Deputy City Clerk for the City of McPherson, retiring in 2005.Glady was born on August 24, 1941, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Edgar “Dick” and Sophia M. (Smylie) Winn.&nbsp; She graduated from McPherson High School in 1959.&nbsp; On November 26, 1960, Glady was united in marriage to Delmar Dean Huber in McPherson.She was a member of the First United Methodist Church.Survivors include: her loving husband of 62 years, Delmar; three children, Dawna (Lyndon) Barrow, Dallas (Julie) Huber, and Darci (Ryan) Walker, all of McPherson, KS; two sisters, Marilyn (Laurence) Sand and Frances Duren, all of McPherson, KS; sister-in-law, May Huber-Rabon of Roseburg, OR; six grandchildren, Gregg (Kristen) Barrow, Michael (Alycia) Barrow, Austin Huber, Courtney Huber, Dylan (Lauren) Barrow, and Shelby (Zach) Oller; two step-grandchildren, Lindsy (Shawn) Phillips and Codi (Brett) Cusick; ten great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren and one of the way; and many more extended family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister, Donna Winn; parents-in-law, Jonah &amp; Eva Huber and Dayna &amp; Lucille Stump; sister-in-law, Dixie (Clyde) Huber Anthem; brothers-in-law, Jonathan Huber and LaVern (Marilyn) Huber; &nbsp;half-brother-in-law, Mark Stump; and brother-in-law, Robert L. Duren.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 2:30 PM, Friday, January 13, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Emily Spearman Cannon officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at McPherson Cemetery.Memorial donations may be given to the Ronald McDonald House-Bernstein House or the McPherson Public Library 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>.

Gladys “Glady” Illene Huber |1941-2023|

Betty L. VanVerth, 90, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Diversicare of Hutchinson, KS. She was born October 3, 1932 to Fred and Edna Smith.

Betty attended Hutchinson schools and was a homemaker. In 1980, she married David VanVerth in Nickerson, KS.

She is preceded by her parents; husband, David; a son, Clyde Livingston Sr.; a daughter, Dorothy Hemphill; and a grandson, Tracy Beauchamp.

She is survived by her daughter, Debbi Garoutte; six grandchildren, Tim (Terrie) Beauchamp, Teri Beauchamp, Clyde Livingston Jr., Charles Livingston, Travis Garoutte, and Adam Garoutte; 10 great grandchildren and numerous great-great grandchildren.

A visitation will be held on Friday, January 13, 2023 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Gentiva Hospice, and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Betty L. VanVerth, 90, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Diversicare of Hutchinson, KS. She was born October 3, 1932 to Fred and Edna Smith.Betty attended Hutchinson schools and was a homemaker. In 1980, she married David VanVerth in Nickerson, KS.She is preceded by her parents; husband, David; a son, Clyde Livingston Sr.; a daughter, Dorothy Hemphill; and a grandson, Tracy Beauchamp.She is survived by her daughter, Debbi Garoutte; six grandchildren, Tim (Terrie) Beauchamp, Teri Beauchamp, Clyde Livingston Jr., Charles Livingston, Travis Garoutte, and Adam Garoutte; 10 great grandchildren and numerous great-great grandchildren.A visitation will be held on Friday, January 13, 2023 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Gentiva Hospice, and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

Betty L. VanVerth |1932-2023|

Charleen Kay Thomas, 83, went to her eternal home on January 2, 2023. She was born July 13, 1939, in Lebanon, KS to Clyde and Daisy (Marihughes) Herndon. She graduated from Lebanon High School in 1957. Upon graduation, she moved to Topeka, KS where she started her career with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company.

On August 23, 1959, she married her high school sweetheart, Derald Dean Thomas, and they shared 45 years of marriage before his passing in 2004. She started her adventure of being a Navy wife for 18 years. While stationed in California, they were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Gayleen (1962) and Nadean (1964). In 1971, they all moved back to the Midwest to Hutchinson, KS. There she returned to Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, later becoming AT&amp;T, where she retired from in 1990. After retiring, her and Derald moved to Holton, KS where she supervised the Holton Senior Center and had a self-owned house cleaning business. It was in 2002 when they moved to Inman, KS to be close to both of their daughters and grandchildren.

While in Inman, she made great friendships, spent time with family, and was the supervisor of the Inman Senior Center for almost 13 years. She enjoyed the multiple bus trips she helped organize to locations such as New York; Savannah, GA; Washington, D.C.; and Tennessee. She also hosted foreign exchange students that attended Inman High School on multiple occasions.

Charleen was a loving and caring individual. She was a spiritual woman who always looked out for her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time with her daughters and going to her grandchildren’s multiple activities and cheering them on. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all whom knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Derald; her parents, Clyde and Daisy (Marihughes) Herndon; three sister in-laws; and two brother in-laws.

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 </figure>Charleen Kay Thomas, 83, went to her eternal home on January 2, 2023. She was born July 13, 1939, in Lebanon, KS to Clyde and Daisy (Marihughes) Herndon. She graduated from Lebanon High School in 1957. Upon graduation, she moved to Topeka, KS where she started her career with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company.On August 23, 1959, she married her high school sweetheart, Derald Dean Thomas, and they shared 45 years of marriage before his passing in 2004. She started her adventure of being a Navy wife for 18 years. While stationed in California, they were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Gayleen (1962) and Nadean (1964). In 1971, they all moved back to the Midwest to Hutchinson, KS. There she returned to Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, later becoming AT&amp;T, where she retired from in 1990. After retiring, her and Derald moved to Holton, KS where she supervised the Holton Senior Center and had a self-owned house cleaning business. It was in 2002 when they moved to Inman, KS to be close to both of their daughters and grandchildren.While in Inman, she made great friendships, spent time with family, and was the supervisor of the Inman Senior Center for almost 13 years. She enjoyed the multiple bus trips she helped organize to locations such as New York; Savannah, GA; Washington, D.C.; and Tennessee. She also hosted foreign exchange students that attended Inman High School on multiple occasions.Charleen was a loving and caring individual. She was a spiritual woman who always looked out for her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time with her daughters and going to her grandchildren’s multiple activities and cheering them on. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all whom knew her.She was preceded in death by her husband, Derald; her parents, Clyde and Daisy (Marihughes) Herndon; three sister in-laws; and two brother in-laws.Charleen is survived by her companion, Bill Arneson, Sabetha; daughters Gayleen (Kelly) Thiessen, Inman; and Nadean (Richard) Glenn, Goddard. Grandchildren Jarrod (Ashley) Blackburn, Marshfield, WI; Marcha Glenn, Goddard; and Amanda Glenn, Goddard. Grandchildren in love Sarah (Tim) Gaynor, Sedgwick; Anna Ohle, Inman; and Jake Thiessen, Inman. Great grandson, Tyson Dean Blackburn and great grandchildren in love Hailey Gaynor, Kayden Ohle, T.J. Gaynor, Ella Thiessen, Max Thiessen, Piper Thiessen, and Briggs Thiessen. Brother Neal (Karen) Herndon, Lebanon, KS; brother in-law Jim Pierce, Hastings, NE; and sister in-law Patty Thomas, Osbourne, KS. As well as several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.Cremation has already been performed and her celebration of life will be Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 2 pm at Zoar Mennonite Brethren Church, Inman, KS. Visitation will be Friday, January 27, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with family in attendance at Inman Funeral Home, Inman, KS. She will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Derald Thomas, at a later date in Odessa Cemetery, Lebanon, KS. The family asks that memorials be made to Zoar Mennonite Brethren Church or Inman Senior Center, in care of Inman Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

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