Jeanne A. Dannebohm of Delphos, KS, passed away on January 4, 2023 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in Hutchinson, KS. She was born September 23, 1960 in Oberlin, KS to Frank Lantz and Gwen (Hurst) Mutschler. Jeanne is survived by her step father, Paul Mutschler and a son, Richard "J.R." Estes. She is preceded by her mother, Gwen, and her sister, Kathy. There will be no services held at this time as cremation has been chosen. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeanne A. Dannebohm of Delphos, KS, passed away on January 4, 2023 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in Hutchinson, KS. She was born September 23, 1960 in Oberlin, KS to Frank Lantz and Gwen (Hurst) Mutschler. Jeanne is survived by her step father, Paul Mutschler and a son, Richard "J.R." Estes. She is preceded by her mother, Gwen, and her sister, Kathy. There will be no services held at this time as cremation has been chosen. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jeanne A. Dannebohm |1960-2023|

Orlin H. Wiggers, 78, of Halstead, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at his home. He was born April 29, 1944 in Newton, Kansas, the son of Wayne Willard and Eula Letty (Unruh) Wiggers.

He attended Mount Pleasant and Prouty country schools.

Orlin was a member of Garden View Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, rural Halstead.

He worked as a welder at Hesston Corporation and as maintenance at Bethel Hospital in Newton. Orlin also farmed.

He was united in marriage to Betty Rose Mears on April 14, 1967 in Hesston. She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his children, Paula Jo Wiggers of Halstead, Jana (Darin) Dirks of Inman, and Matthew (Janelle) Wiggers of Potlatch, ID; six grandchildren; brother, Eldo (Roberta) Wiggers of Hesston; and sisters, Trudie Wiggers and Nancy Wiggers, both of Halstead.

Orlin was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; mother and father-in-law; one sister-in-law; and three brothers-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Garden View Mennonite Church, Halstead. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Saturday, January 7, at Moundridge Funeral Home with family greeting friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Orlin H. Wiggers, 78, of Halstead, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at his home. He was born April 29, 1944 in Newton, Kansas, the son of Wayne Willard and Eula Letty (Unruh) Wiggers.He attended Mount Pleasant and Prouty country schools.Orlin was a member of Garden View Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, rural Halstead.He worked as a welder at Hesston Corporation and as maintenance at Bethel Hospital in Newton. Orlin also farmed.He was united in marriage to Betty Rose Mears on April 14, 1967 in Hesston. She survives of the home.Other survivors include his children, Paula Jo Wiggers of Halstead, Jana (Darin) Dirks of Inman, and Matthew (Janelle) Wiggers of Potlatch, ID; six grandchildren; brother, Eldo (Roberta) Wiggers of Hesston; and sisters, Trudie Wiggers and Nancy Wiggers, both of Halstead.Orlin was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; mother and father-in-law; one sister-in-law; and three brothers-in-law.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Garden View Mennonite Church, Halstead. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Saturday, January 7, at Moundridge Funeral Home with family greeting friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Orlin H. Wiggers |1944-2023|

Michael Dexter Galloway, born March 17, 1955, died suddenly December 29, 2022, at the age of 67.

Mike was the firstborn to E. Dexter Galloway and Patricia Joan Griffin. He was preceded in death by both parents and a sister, Bonnie Galloway.

Survivors include: his constant companion and loving wife, Florence Marie Galloway; brother, Jim Galloway; sister, Jan Galloway McEndree; and numerous adopted children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Mike served in the United States Navy. After graduating from Hutchinson Community College, learning everything he could about robotics, Mike ultimately taught the class. His passions included MUSIC, magic, fishing, observing wildlife from his man cave, plants, dogs, puzzles, and witty jokes – and he was great at them all. For the past three years, Mike gave back to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, specifically the Mid-America Chapter, serving as secretary. Needless to say, he lived life to the fullest.

A Celebration of Life is planned for Mike’s 68th&nbsp;birthday weekend, March 17-19, in Hutchinson. The exact date and time will be announced later.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, Mid-America Chapter, 6108 NW 63rd&nbsp;St. Warr Acres, OK 73122, or in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Michael Dexter Galloway, born March 17, 1955, died suddenly December 29, 2022, at the age of 67.Mike was the firstborn to E. Dexter Galloway and Patricia Joan Griffin. He was preceded in death by both parents and a sister, Bonnie Galloway.Survivors include: his constant companion and loving wife, Florence Marie Galloway; brother, Jim Galloway; sister, Jan Galloway McEndree; and numerous adopted children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.Mike served in the United States Navy. After graduating from Hutchinson Community College, learning everything he could about robotics, Mike ultimately taught the class. His passions included MUSIC, magic, fishing, observing wildlife from his man cave, plants, dogs, puzzles, and witty jokes – and he was great at them all. For the past three years, Mike gave back to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, specifically the Mid-America Chapter, serving as secretary. Needless to say, he lived life to the fullest.A Celebration of Life is planned for Mike’s 68th&nbsp;birthday weekend, March 17-19, in Hutchinson. The exact date and time will be announced later.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, Mid-America Chapter, 6108 NW 63rd&nbsp;St. Warr Acres, OK 73122, or in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Michael Dexter Galloway |1955-2022|

Thomas E. “Tom” Clayman, 70, died January 4, 2023, with his wife, Sandy, by his side. He was born April 15, 1952, in Richmond, IN, to James C. and Martha Jeanne (Koontz) Clayman. On June 3, 1972, he married Sandra "Sandy" Kay Lohr, in Nevada, OH.&nbsp;

Tom graduated from Eaton High School in Eaton, OH. While working for Mid-States Wool in Ohio, he was transferred to Hutchinson for a “short period of time”, and he never left. He and his wife, Sandy, have made Hutchinson and the Reno County Community their home for over 40 years. Twenty years ago, Tom became co-owner of Kauffman Seeds. Kauffman Seeds was named the 2022 Agri-Business of the Year by the Reno County Chamber of Commerce. While Tom loved the seed business, his first passion was sheep, especially Montadales. Tom raised, judged, and showed thousands of sheep all over the United States including county and state fairs in addition to national shows. When showing sheep Tom gave freely to others by giving sound advice and offering a helping hand when possible.

Tom was a member of the Montadale Sheep Breeder's Association, Oklahoma Genetics, Kansas Crop Improvement Association, and Reno County 4-H Club. These are just a few of the organizations in which he was active. Tom was on the Board of the Montadale Sheep Breeder's Association, where he had served as president. He was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.

Tom is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Sandy of Hutchinson; son, Michael Clayman and wife, Cassey of West Memphis, AR; daughter, Michelle McMillon and husband, Christopher of Old Hickory, TN; sister, Nancy Kramer and husband, Phillip of Eaton, OH; and three grandchildren, Wyatt Clayman, Willow Clayman and Abigail McMillon; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 140 East 30th&nbsp;Avenue, Hutchinson, KS with Pastor Del Strecker officiating. Interment will follow in Elmer Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m., and on Monday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends on Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Emanuel Lutheran Church or Montadale Sheep Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Thomas E. “Tom” Clayman, 70, died January 4, 2023, with his wife, Sandy, by his side. He was born April 15, 1952, in Richmond, IN, to James C. and Martha Jeanne (Koontz) Clayman. On June 3, 1972, he married Sandra "Sandy" Kay Lohr, in Nevada, OH.&nbsp;Tom graduated from Eaton High School in Eaton, OH. While working for Mid-States Wool in Ohio, he was transferred to Hutchinson for a “short period of time”, and he never left. He and his wife, Sandy, have made Hutchinson and the Reno County Community their home for over 40 years. Twenty years ago, Tom became co-owner of Kauffman Seeds. Kauffman Seeds was named the 2022 Agri-Business of the Year by the Reno County Chamber of Commerce. While Tom loved the seed business, his first passion was sheep, especially Montadales. Tom raised, judged, and showed thousands of sheep all over the United States including county and state fairs in addition to national shows. When showing sheep Tom gave freely to others by giving sound advice and offering a helping hand when possible.Tom was a member of the Montadale Sheep Breeder's Association, Oklahoma Genetics, Kansas Crop Improvement Association, and Reno County 4-H Club. These are just a few of the organizations in which he was active. Tom was on the Board of the Montadale Sheep Breeder's Association, where he had served as president. He was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.Tom is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Sandy of Hutchinson; son, Michael Clayman and wife, Cassey of West Memphis, AR; daughter, Michelle McMillon and husband, Christopher of Old Hickory, TN; sister, Nancy Kramer and husband, Phillip of Eaton, OH; and three grandchildren, Wyatt Clayman, Willow Clayman and Abigail McMillon; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 140 East 30th&nbsp;Avenue, Hutchinson, KS with Pastor Del Strecker officiating. Interment will follow in Elmer Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m., and on Monday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends on Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church.In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Emanuel Lutheran Church or Montadale Sheep Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Thomas E. “Tom” Clayman |1952-2023|

Eunice Mae (Feuerborn) Webb, 88, passed away January 2, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born May 5, 1934, in Garnett, KS, to Stephen and Clara (Hoffman) Feuerborn.

Eunice attended St. Teresa’s High School, Hutchinson, KS, and St. Mary’s Cathedral High School, Wichita, KS, and graduated in 1952.&nbsp; She worked as a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell until she had children.&nbsp; Eunice enjoyed reading, arts and crafts, and sewing.&nbsp; She was a member of the Horseless Carriage Club, Church of the Holy Cross, and the church’s altar society.

On May 28, 1955, she married James P. Webb, in Wichita, KS.&nbsp; They shared over 59 years of marriage, prior to his death on July 10, 2014.

Eunice is survived by: her five children, Paula (Jon) Engstrom of Topeka, KS, Janet (Greg) Vulgamore of Cheney, KS, Kevin (Sue) Webb of Hutchinson, KS, Brian Webb of Hutchinson, KS, and James (Brynn) Webb of Wichita, KS; siblings, Vera Kennedy and Thomas (Julie) Feuerborn, both of Wichita, KS; 21 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and sisters-in-law.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her husband, James P. Webb; parents, Stephen and Clara Feuerborn; brothers, Douglas Feuerborn and John Patrick Feuerborn; sister, Nadine Orth; daughter-in-law, Peggy Webb; and grandson, Thomas Webb.

Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, KS, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m., at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House or Church of the Holy Cross, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Eunice’s family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Hospice House for their comforting and compassionate care of their loved one.

Eunice Mae (Feuerborn) Webb, 88, passed away January 2, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born May 5, 1934, in Garnett, KS, to Stephen and Clara (Hoffman) Feuerborn.Eunice attended St. Teresa’s High School, Hutchinson, KS, and St. Mary’s Cathedral High School, Wichita, KS, and graduated in 1952.&nbsp; She worked as a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell until she had children.&nbsp; Eunice enjoyed reading, arts and crafts, and sewing.&nbsp; She was a member of the Horseless Carriage Club, Church of the Holy Cross, and the church’s altar society.On May 28, 1955, she married James P. Webb, in Wichita, KS.&nbsp; They shared over 59 years of marriage, prior to his death on July 10, 2014.Eunice is survived by: her five children, Paula (Jon) Engstrom of Topeka, KS, Janet (Greg) Vulgamore of Cheney, KS, Kevin (Sue) Webb of Hutchinson, KS, Brian Webb of Hutchinson, KS, and James (Brynn) Webb of Wichita, KS; siblings, Vera Kennedy and Thomas (Julie) Feuerborn, both of Wichita, KS; 21 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and sisters-in-law.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her husband, James P. Webb; parents, Stephen and Clara Feuerborn; brothers, Douglas Feuerborn and John Patrick Feuerborn; sister, Nadine Orth; daughter-in-law, Peggy Webb; and grandson, Thomas Webb.Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, KS, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m., at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House or Church of the Holy Cross, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.Eunice’s family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Hospice House for their comforting and compassionate care of their loved one.

Eunice Mae (Feuerborn) Webb |1934-2022|

Shirley Ann Clark Chalmers, formerly of Hutchinson, Kansas and Estes Park, Colorado, passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2023. She was 95 years old.

She was born November 1, 1927 in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Ernest J. and Vernia Corey Clark. She graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1945 and attended Hutchinson Community College. Shirley was a Registered Nurse, having graduated from Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Hutchinson in 1949. She graduated from Ottawa University, Ottawa, Kansas in 1978. She was a school nurse for USD 308 for 22 years, before retiring in 1989 and moving to Estes Park, Colorado.

Shirley was a Red Cross worker in Hutchinson and Estes Park. She loved the Rocky Mountains and hiking there, and was a member of Rocky Mountain Nature Association (now Rocky Mountain Conservancy).

Her daughter Sondra K. Shafer of Lakewood, Colorado survives her. Other survivors include a sister, Lynne Moore of Wichita, Kansas, one niece and one nephew. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents and by a sister, Carol J. Wilson.

Memorials may be sent to American Red Cross or Rocky Mountain Nature Association (Rocky Mountain Conservancy), and sent in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 1302 Graves Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517. A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. at Memorial Park Cemetery in Hutchinson, KS with Reverend Charles R. Crumble Sr. officiating. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.allnuttestespark.com for the Chalmers family.

Shirley Ann Clark Chalmers, formerly of Hutchinson, Kansas and Estes Park, Colorado, passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2023. She was 95 years old.She was born November 1, 1927 in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Ernest J. and Vernia Corey Clark. She graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1945 and attended Hutchinson Community College. Shirley was a Registered Nurse, having graduated from Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Hutchinson in 1949. She graduated from Ottawa University, Ottawa, Kansas in 1978. She was a school nurse for USD 308 for 22 years, before retiring in 1989 and moving to Estes Park, Colorado.Shirley was a Red Cross worker in Hutchinson and Estes Park. She loved the Rocky Mountains and hiking there, and was a member of Rocky Mountain Nature Association (now Rocky Mountain Conservancy).Her daughter Sondra K. Shafer of Lakewood, Colorado survives her. Other survivors include a sister, Lynne Moore of Wichita, Kansas, one niece and one nephew. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents and by a sister, Carol J. Wilson.Memorials may be sent to American Red Cross or Rocky Mountain Nature Association (Rocky Mountain Conservancy), and sent in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 1302 Graves Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517. A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. at Memorial Park Cemetery in Hutchinson, KS with Reverend Charles R. Crumble Sr. officiating. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.allnuttestespark.com for the Chalmers family.

Shirley Ann Clark Chalmers |1927-2023|

Virginia Ann “Ginger” Osgood, 87, died December 30, 2022, at Legend Senior Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born February 26, 1935, in Hutchinson, to Richard Raymond and Bertha May (Mitchell) Waggoner.

Ginger graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1953.&nbsp; She worked in the restaurant and food service industry her entire career.&nbsp; Ginger owned a grocery store in Nebraska, served as a restaurant manager, and was also a school cook.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

In 1956, she married Robert “Bob” Speer; he died in 1967.&nbsp; On January 11, 1969, she married Floyd Osgood, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He died February 11, 2013, after they shared over 44 years of marriage.&nbsp;

Ginger is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Michelle Goodwin (Aaron) of Wichita; grandson, Michael Ray Speer-Wood of Ranier, WA; granddaughters, Brianna and Lacy Goodwin; stepchildren, Mike Osgood (Marla) of Dallas, TX, Darrell Osgood (Tricia) of Raytown, MO, and Marilyn Scott of TX; sister-in-law, Lanora Waggoner of Kansas City; numerous step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husbands Bob Speer and Floyd Osgood; son, Mike Woods; stepdaughter, Barbara Woods; brothers, Jim and Allen Waggoner; and a sister, Diana Waggoner,

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 16, 2023, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main Street, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Michael Tomson-DeGreeff officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 15, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County or Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Virginia Ann “Ginger” Osgood, 87, died December 30, 2022, at Legend Senior Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born February 26, 1935, in Hutchinson, to Richard Raymond and Bertha May (Mitchell) Waggoner.Ginger graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1953.&nbsp; She worked in the restaurant and food service industry her entire career.&nbsp; Ginger owned a grocery store in Nebraska, served as a restaurant manager, and was also a school cook.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.In 1956, she married Robert “Bob” Speer; he died in 1967.&nbsp; On January 11, 1969, she married Floyd Osgood, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He died February 11, 2013, after they shared over 44 years of marriage.&nbsp;Ginger is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Michelle Goodwin (Aaron) of Wichita; grandson, Michael Ray Speer-Wood of Ranier, WA; granddaughters, Brianna and Lacy Goodwin; stepchildren, Mike Osgood (Marla) of Dallas, TX, Darrell Osgood (Tricia) of Raytown, MO, and Marilyn Scott of TX; sister-in-law, Lanora Waggoner of Kansas City; numerous step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and dear friends.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husbands Bob Speer and Floyd Osgood; son, Mike Woods; stepdaughter, Barbara Woods; brothers, Jim and Allen Waggoner; and a sister, Diana Waggoner,Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 16, 2023, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main Street, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Michael Tomson-DeGreeff officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 15, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County or Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Virginia Ann “Ginger” Osgood |1935-2022|

Melanie Elaine Hawthorne, 68, of Hutchinson, died January 2, 2023, at her home. She was born February 15, 1954, in Sublette, to Daniel and Ruby (Harms) Schmidt.

Melanie graduated from Ulysses High School, attended John Brown University, and received her Associate Degree from Hutchinson Community College. She worked as a paraprofessional at Nickerson USD 309 for many years and volunteered as a teacher’s aide at Central Christian Schools. Melanie was known for her hospitality and warm spirit. She was a member of Medora Community Bible Church and loved playing the organ and piano for church events.

On February 23, 1980, Melanie married David G. Hawthorne at Ebenfeld Mennonite Brethren Church in Hillsboro. He survives.

Also surviving are: her sons, Curtis Hawthorne (Sarah) of Sunnyvale, CA, Craig Hawthorne of Tucson, AZ; grandsons, Levi and Isaac; and brother, Garvie Schmidt (Diane) of Hillsboro.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Medora Community Bible Church, 8311 N. Medora Road. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed on the church’s YouTube channel and can be accessed by clicking the link below.

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Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to Medora Community Bible Church Missions, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Melanie Elaine Hawthorne, 68, of Hutchinson, died January 2, 2023, at her home. She was born February 15, 1954, in Sublette, to Daniel and Ruby (Harms) Schmidt.Melanie graduated from Ulysses High School, attended John Brown University, and received her Associate Degree from Hutchinson Community College. She worked as a paraprofessional at Nickerson USD 309 for many years and volunteered as a teacher’s aide at Central Christian Schools. Melanie was known for her hospitality and warm spirit. She was a member of Medora Community Bible Church and loved playing the organ and piano for church events.On February 23, 1980, Melanie married David G. Hawthorne at Ebenfeld Mennonite Brethren Church in Hillsboro. He survives.Also surviving are: her sons, Curtis Hawthorne (Sarah) of Sunnyvale, CA, Craig Hawthorne of Tucson, AZ; grandsons, Levi and Isaac; and brother, Garvie Schmidt (Diane) of Hillsboro.She was preceded in death by her parents.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Medora Community Bible Church, 8311 N. Medora Road. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed on the church’s YouTube channel and can be accessed by clicking the link below.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@medoracommunitybiblechurch9035/streams">Click here to view the service</a>Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials may be made to Medora Community Bible Church Missions, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Melanie Elaine Hawthorne |1954-2023|

Lewis W. Ediger, 91, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully December 30, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born in 1931, the son of John and Martha (Kroeker) Ediger, of Hutchinson.

Lew graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1949, attended Juco, and then served in the weather division of the U.S. Navy. He loved to regale friends and family with anecdotes about his time spent in the Philippines, both on-base in Manila and off-base, playing semi-pro baseball throughout the region.

After his enlistment concluded, Lew attended Wichita State University, earning a degree in Industrial Engineering while also working at Cessna. After graduating, he returned to Hutchinson to work at Cessna for 12 years.

Work ethics were always important to Lew. Whether it was as a carhop at the root beer stand on Adams when he was 14, or helping his grandparents in Buhler every harvest season, he took the job seriously. An entrepreneur at heart, Lew was instrumental in starting several companies, including Ultra Van Motor Coach, Tiara Motor Homes, Belco, and eventually Collins Industries, where he retired as Vice President.

Lew had a great love for his hometown and its culture. He served 50 years on the NJCAA Committee, was a member of the American Legion for 68 years, served on the Fox Theater Board for nine years during the theater’s restoration, and after retirement, volunteered his time to SCORE, helping others to grow their small businesses.

Lew’s passion for restoring antique cars and doing genealogy research became not just hobbies, but a way of life. He could be found down at the “shop” in his NY Yankees hat, either covered in grease under a hood, chatting with friends who dropped by, or at the computer analyzing his family tree (and anyone else’s who asked).

Lew was a kind man who gave his children the life tools of logic, compassion for others, and a love of humor. He was equally quick with a witty remark or to lend an ear and give thoughtful advice.

Survivors include: his loving wife of 61 years, Julane (Smisor) Ediger of Hutchinson; daughter, Kathy Ediger-Torrence (Sam) of Hutchinson; son, Steven Ediger (Kelly) of Mission; and grandson, Jon of Dallas, TX.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Della Griffith; and numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles.

Funeral Service will be 1 p.m. Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary, with military honors presented by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Private family burial will follow. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 11. The casket will remain closed.

Memorials may be made to American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lewis W. Ediger, 91, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully December 30, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born in 1931, the son of John and Martha (Kroeker) Ediger, of Hutchinson.Lew graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1949, attended Juco, and then served in the weather division of the U.S. Navy. He loved to regale friends and family with anecdotes about his time spent in the Philippines, both on-base in Manila and off-base, playing semi-pro baseball throughout the region.After his enlistment concluded, Lew attended Wichita State University, earning a degree in Industrial Engineering while also working at Cessna. After graduating, he returned to Hutchinson to work at Cessna for 12 years.Work ethics were always important to Lew. Whether it was as a carhop at the root beer stand on Adams when he was 14, or helping his grandparents in Buhler every harvest season, he took the job seriously. An entrepreneur at heart, Lew was instrumental in starting several companies, including Ultra Van Motor Coach, Tiara Motor Homes, Belco, and eventually Collins Industries, where he retired as Vice President.Lew had a great love for his hometown and its culture. He served 50 years on the NJCAA Committee, was a member of the American Legion for 68 years, served on the Fox Theater Board for nine years during the theater’s restoration, and after retirement, volunteered his time to SCORE, helping others to grow their small businesses.Lew’s passion for restoring antique cars and doing genealogy research became not just hobbies, but a way of life. He could be found down at the “shop” in his NY Yankees hat, either covered in grease under a hood, chatting with friends who dropped by, or at the computer analyzing his family tree (and anyone else’s who asked).Lew was a kind man who gave his children the life tools of logic, compassion for others, and a love of humor. He was equally quick with a witty remark or to lend an ear and give thoughtful advice.Survivors include: his loving wife of 61 years, Julane (Smisor) Ediger of Hutchinson; daughter, Kathy Ediger-Torrence (Sam) of Hutchinson; son, Steven Ediger (Kelly) of Mission; and grandson, Jon of Dallas, TX.He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Della Griffith; and numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles.Funeral Service will be 1 p.m. Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary, with military honors presented by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Private family burial will follow. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 11. The casket will remain closed.Memorials may be made to American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lewis W. Ediger |1931-2022|

Wilma Jean Buhrman, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 4, 2023, at Pine Village in Moundridge. She was born December 22, 1931, on a farm ten miles northwest of Sharon, to Will and Leafa Kernohan.

Jean graduated from Sharon High School in 1950. After graduation, she worked in Medicine Lodge, where she met her husband, Carl Buhrman. They were married on January 17, 1951, and they shared 67 years of marriage before his death in May, 2018. To their union were born two sons, Ronald Joseph and Wesley Scott Buhrman.

As a little girl, Jean faithfully attended church in a one room school house called Unity, located 10 miles north of Sharon. At the age of 31, she was baptized upon her confession of faith by Rev. Robert Ely, pastor of the Attica Methodist Church, in 1962.

Jean always enjoyed working with numbers and her primary occupation was that of bookkeeper in each of the communities they lived.

In 1993, Jean and Carl moved to Hutchinson, where they spent their retirement years. After her husband Carl passed, she moved into Pine Village, a retirement center in Moundridge, to be closer to family.

Jean loved her flowers and spent hours in her beautiful flower gardens. She also loved spending time with Carl and friends square dancing, country dancing, playing cards, and volunteering at numerous events in the Hutchinson area. Jean had several unique collections including carnival glass, coins, stamps, and political mugs. Spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was always top on her list and brought her great joy.

Jean is survived by: her son, Ronald Joseph Buhrman and wife Deb of Hesston, brother, Glen Kernohan of Longview, TX; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and another great-grandchild expected in May.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Carl; son, Wesley; sister, Josephine Niemann; and brother, Max Kernohan.

Celebration of Life service will be 10 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Pine Village Wellness Center, 86 22nd&nbsp;Ave., Moundridge. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. in Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge. Friends may call from 1-8 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to Dyck Arboretum of the Plains, 177 W. Hickory St., Hesston, KS 67062, or in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Wilma Jean Buhrman, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 4, 2023, at Pine Village in Moundridge. She was born December 22, 1931, on a farm ten miles northwest of Sharon, to Will and Leafa Kernohan.Jean graduated from Sharon High School in 1950. After graduation, she worked in Medicine Lodge, where she met her husband, Carl Buhrman. They were married on January 17, 1951, and they shared 67 years of marriage before his death in May, 2018. To their union were born two sons, Ronald Joseph and Wesley Scott Buhrman.As a little girl, Jean faithfully attended church in a one room school house called Unity, located 10 miles north of Sharon. At the age of 31, she was baptized upon her confession of faith by Rev. Robert Ely, pastor of the Attica Methodist Church, in 1962.Jean always enjoyed working with numbers and her primary occupation was that of bookkeeper in each of the communities they lived.In 1993, Jean and Carl moved to Hutchinson, where they spent their retirement years. After her husband Carl passed, she moved into Pine Village, a retirement center in Moundridge, to be closer to family.Jean loved her flowers and spent hours in her beautiful flower gardens. She also loved spending time with Carl and friends square dancing, country dancing, playing cards, and volunteering at numerous events in the Hutchinson area. Jean had several unique collections including carnival glass, coins, stamps, and political mugs. Spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was always top on her list and brought her great joy.Jean is survived by: her son, Ronald Joseph Buhrman and wife Deb of Hesston, brother, Glen Kernohan of Longview, TX; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and another great-grandchild expected in May.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Carl; son, Wesley; sister, Josephine Niemann; and brother, Max Kernohan.Celebration of Life service will be 10 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Pine Village Wellness Center, 86 22nd&nbsp;Ave., Moundridge. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. in Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge. Friends may call from 1-8 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials may be made to Dyck Arboretum of the Plains, 177 W. Hickory St., Hesston, KS 67062, or in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Wilma Jean Buhrman |1931-2023|

Debra Kay “Debi” Wilson, 70, died January 2, 2023, surrounded by her family, at McPherson Health and Rehab.&nbsp; She was born May 23, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Jack LeRoy and Marilyn Jeanne (Bradley) Powell.

Debi graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1970.&nbsp; She worked for over 25 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).&nbsp; Debi worked at Wesley Towers Retirement Community before retiring from TECH as an LPN.&nbsp; She was a classy lady and loved the Kansas City Chiefs.&nbsp; Above all, family came first; Debi never missed an opportunity to spend time with her family.

On July 1, 1988, she married Tommy Lee “BoBo” Wilson, in Hutchinson. He died November 7, 2015.

Debi is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Chelsea Jackson (Jeremey); grandchildren, Maliyah Jackson and Zayden Jackson; siblings, Steve Powell (Rhonda), Jon Powell, and Sue Seybert, all of Hutchinson; numerous nieces and nephews; and countless brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and their families.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Celebration of Life service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Charles Crumble officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.

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In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Debra Kay “Debi” Wilson, 70, died January 2, 2023, surrounded by her family, at McPherson Health and Rehab.&nbsp; She was born May 23, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Jack LeRoy and Marilyn Jeanne (Bradley) Powell.Debi graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1970.&nbsp; She worked for over 25 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).&nbsp; Debi worked at Wesley Towers Retirement Community before retiring from TECH as an LPN.&nbsp; She was a classy lady and loved the Kansas City Chiefs.&nbsp; Above all, family came first; Debi never missed an opportunity to spend time with her family.On July 1, 1988, she married Tommy Lee “BoBo” Wilson, in Hutchinson. He died November 7, 2015.Debi is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Chelsea Jackson (Jeremey); grandchildren, Maliyah Jackson and Zayden Jackson; siblings, Steve Powell (Rhonda), Jon Powell, and Sue Seybert, all of Hutchinson; numerous nieces and nephews; and countless brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and their families.She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.Celebration of Life service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Charles Crumble officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY3Mjg3NzkwMzIyODM2MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view Debi's Celebration of LIfe service</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Debra Kay “Debi” Wilson |1952-2023|

Irene Beckler, 89, took her final labored breath and was promoted to glory on December 30, 2022, at Mennonite Friendship Communities. She was born October 5, 1933, near Yoder, to R.J. and Edna (Troyer) Schrock.

Irene was a homemaker, a caregiver, and a foster mom. While living in Glendale, Arizona she was a marketing coordinator for Glencroft Retirement Community. Irene loved to sew and was an accomplished seamstress. In recent years she enjoyed flowers, table games, and word searches. Irene was a member of Journey Mennonite Church, where she was very involved.

On October 5, 1952, she married Maurice Edward Beckler, at Yoder Mennonite Church. They shared 60 years together before he passed on April 26, 2013.

Irene is survived by: her children and spouses; Regena and Dan Garber, Hutchinson, Vivian and Don Kropf, Albany, OR, LaDonna Bontrager, Hutchinson, and Arvin and Kathy Beckler, Cave Creek, AZ; eight grandchildren and spouses, Jason and Karena Martin Garber, Glen, NH, Brent and Ashley Garber, Hutchinson, Brittany Kropf, Indianapolis, IN, Brianna and Rob Radford, Albany, OR, Tonya and Dale Ferguson, Hutchinson, Chad and Lauren Bontrager, Ocala, FL, Courtney and Benjamin Campbell, Peoria, AZ and Casandra Becker, Glendale, AZ; 11 great grandchildren, David and Sarah Garber, Lillian Austin, Flynn Radford, Destiny, Tylan, Avery and Paxton Ferguson, Brayden, Colby and Dylan Bontrager; sister, Susie Graber; and brothers, Glen Schrock, Orvan Schrock and Lawrence Schrock.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; and sister, Florence Stoltzfus.

Celebration of Life will be 11 am Friday, January 6, 2023, at Journey Mennonite Church, South Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9 am to 4 pm Thursday at Elliott Mortuary and from 6 to 8 pm at the church with family present.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Journey Mennonite Church, to benefit the church’s fundraiser for new equipment at Mennonite Friendship Communities, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Irene Beckler, 89, took her final labored breath and was promoted to glory on December 30, 2022, at Mennonite Friendship Communities. She was born October 5, 1933, near Yoder, to R.J. and Edna (Troyer) Schrock.Irene was a homemaker, a caregiver, and a foster mom. While living in Glendale, Arizona she was a marketing coordinator for Glencroft Retirement Community. Irene loved to sew and was an accomplished seamstress. In recent years she enjoyed flowers, table games, and word searches. Irene was a member of Journey Mennonite Church, where she was very involved.On October 5, 1952, she married Maurice Edward Beckler, at Yoder Mennonite Church. They shared 60 years together before he passed on April 26, 2013.Irene is survived by: her children and spouses; Regena and Dan Garber, Hutchinson, Vivian and Don Kropf, Albany, OR, LaDonna Bontrager, Hutchinson, and Arvin and Kathy Beckler, Cave Creek, AZ; eight grandchildren and spouses, Jason and Karena Martin Garber, Glen, NH, Brent and Ashley Garber, Hutchinson, Brittany Kropf, Indianapolis, IN, Brianna and Rob Radford, Albany, OR, Tonya and Dale Ferguson, Hutchinson, Chad and Lauren Bontrager, Ocala, FL, Courtney and Benjamin Campbell, Peoria, AZ and Casandra Becker, Glendale, AZ; 11 great grandchildren, David and Sarah Garber, Lillian Austin, Flynn Radford, Destiny, Tylan, Avery and Paxton Ferguson, Brayden, Colby and Dylan Bontrager; sister, Susie Graber; and brothers, Glen Schrock, Orvan Schrock and Lawrence Schrock.She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; and sister, Florence Stoltzfus.Celebration of Life will be 11 am Friday, January 6, 2023, at Journey Mennonite Church, South Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9 am to 4 pm Thursday at Elliott Mortuary and from 6 to 8 pm at the church with family present.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Journey Mennonite Church, to benefit the church’s fundraiser for new equipment at Mennonite Friendship Communities, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Irene Beckler |1933-2022|

Allene Ivy (Day) Pauls was born December 6, 1938, in Beeler, Kansas, at home to Ivy and Everett Day and big brother Dean. She attended Elementary through High School in Beeler with Graduation in 1956. She worked hard on the farm during times of sickness and health of her parents and pursued Nursing School after High School. 

She attended St Mary of the Plains in Dodge City for 2 semesters then on to Wichita where she graduated in 1959. She met her husband, a farmer from Ulysses, Kansas in 1960. They married September 17, 1961. 

They started their lives farming alongside his brother Irv and sister-in-law Rosella until health issues forced a move from farming to Garden City, KS. She worked part time in the Ulysses Hospital and Garden City at St. Catherine’s. They adopted Merrile in 1963 and Luellen (Lou) in 1966. In 1968 they moved to Dodge City, KS where she worked at Trinity Hospital and later worked at Humana Hospital in Surgery until retirement in 2004. 

She was heavily involved in church as church organist for many years at College Heights Nazarene in Dodge City as well as sang solo for weddings and funerals. She volunteered her time in the care of the church building and grounds. She and Eldon gardened every year and shared the bounty with others as well as providing care for her mother and uncle until their deaths. They moved to Hutchinson KS in 2004 to be close to Eldon’s remaining family, Lou and her husband Max. Merrile joined the party in Hutchinson in January of 2006. 

Nothing brought her more joy to her life than the love of the Lord and her grandchildren (Alex and Grant Wiens plus Aaliyah King, ward of Merrile) being close. Allene was a lover of animals. This love of animals was taught to her by her parents and grandparents on the farm at an early age and continued through her life as there were always pets near and dear to her heart. After she moved to Hutchinson, she no longer kept pets at home, and the pets in her children’s homes became her “grandpets." Another love were plants and flowers- lovingly tending them was a great source of contentment and pride. They were active since 2004 in Journey Mennonite Church in South Hutchinson where they have enjoyed fellowship with many friends. Survivors include her husband, of the home; daughters Merrile King, Hutchinson and Lou (Max) Wiens, Inman; grandsons, Alex, Wichita and Grant Wiens, Inman, granddaughter Aaliyah King, Billings, MT; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home, Inman. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Journey Mennonite Church, South Hutchinson. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. that afternoon at Hoffnungsau Mennonite Church Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Traditions Hospice or Cal Farley Boys Ranch, both in care of Inman Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Allene Ivy (Day) Pauls was born December 6, 1938, in Beeler, Kansas, at home to Ivy and Everett Day and big brother Dean. She attended Elementary through High School in Beeler with Graduation in 1956. She worked hard on the farm during times of sickness and health of her parents and pursued Nursing School after High School. She attended St Mary of the Plains in Dodge City for 2 semesters then on to Wichita where she graduated in 1959. She met her husband, a farmer from Ulysses, Kansas in 1960. They married September 17, 1961. They started their lives farming alongside his brother Irv and sister-in-law Rosella until health issues forced a move from farming to Garden City, KS. She worked part time in the Ulysses Hospital and Garden City at St. Catherine’s. They adopted Merrile in 1963 and Luellen (Lou) in 1966. In 1968 they moved to Dodge City, KS where she worked at Trinity Hospital and later worked at Humana Hospital in Surgery until retirement in 2004. She was heavily involved in church as church organist for many years at College Heights Nazarene in Dodge City as well as sang solo for weddings and funerals. She volunteered her time in the care of the church building and grounds. She and Eldon gardened every year and shared the bounty with others as well as providing care for her mother and uncle until their deaths. They moved to Hutchinson KS in 2004 to be close to Eldon’s remaining family, Lou and her husband Max. Merrile joined the party in Hutchinson in January of 2006. Nothing brought her more joy to her life than the love of the Lord and her grandchildren (Alex and Grant Wiens plus Aaliyah King, ward of Merrile) being close. Allene was a lover of animals. This love of animals was taught to her by her parents and grandparents on the farm at an early age and continued through her life as there were always pets near and dear to her heart. After she moved to Hutchinson, she no longer kept pets at home, and the pets in her children’s homes became her “grandpets." Another love were plants and flowers- lovingly tending them was a great source of contentment and pride. They were active since 2004 in Journey Mennonite Church in South Hutchinson where they have enjoyed fellowship with many friends. Survivors include her husband, of the home; daughters Merrile King, Hutchinson and Lou (Max) Wiens, Inman; grandsons, Alex, Wichita and Grant Wiens, Inman, granddaughter Aaliyah King, Billings, MT; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents.Visitation will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home, Inman. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Journey Mennonite Church, South Hutchinson. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. that afternoon at Hoffnungsau Mennonite Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Traditions Hospice or Cal Farley Boys Ranch, both in care of Inman Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Allene Ivy (Day) Pauls |1938-2022|

Donald Warren “Don” Klein, 85, of Sterling, Kansas, passed away December 31, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. 

He was born September 4, 1937, in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Howard W. and Lomeda J. Walker Klein. Don has resided in Sterling since 1977, formerly of Hutchinson, Kansas, and Atlanta Beach, Florida. He graduated from Clay Center High School with the class of 1955. 

Don served in the United States Navy from March 21, 1955 until his honorable discharge on November 1, 1974, attaining the rank of Machinist Mate Chief Petty Officer. He was owner and operator of Klein Key and Security for 38 years, Sterling Police Officer for 8 years and Rice County EMT for 8 years. Don was a member of the Sterling United Methodist Church; and member, past Commander and past District Commander of Sterling American Legion Post #128. 

He enjoyed cooking for Burger Night at the Sterling American Legion on Monday nights, carpentry, and tinkering with locks and safes. Don loved building Navy battle ships out of wood and attending Navy ship reunions. 

On December 18, 1958, Don was united in marriage with Sarah Wright in Clay Center, Kansas. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his four children, Shelly Newman and husband Kevin of Pratt, KS, Brian Klein and wife Chris of Springfield, MO, Tracy Dickinson of Lyons, KS, and Greg Klein and wife Kristi of Sterling, KS; sister, Donnis Snyder of Marion, KS; and nephew, Chuck Baxter of Beggs, OK; eight grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. 

Don is preceded in death by his parents; and one great-grandson. 

Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, January 6, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with Pastor Rob Bolton and Pastor Chuck Baxter officiating. Burial will be at 3:00 P.M., Friday, January 6, 2023, at Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas, with military honors. 

Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be given to the Sterling American Legion Post #128 in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Donald Warren “Don” Klein, 85, of Sterling, Kansas, passed away December 31, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. He was born September 4, 1937, in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Howard W. and Lomeda J. Walker Klein. Don has resided in Sterling since 1977, formerly of Hutchinson, Kansas, and Atlanta Beach, Florida. He graduated from Clay Center High School with the class of 1955. Don served in the United States Navy from March 21, 1955 until his honorable discharge on November 1, 1974, attaining the rank of Machinist Mate Chief Petty Officer. He was owner and operator of Klein Key and Security for 38 years, Sterling Police Officer for 8 years and Rice County EMT for 8 years. Don was a member of the Sterling United Methodist Church; and member, past Commander and past District Commander of Sterling American Legion Post #128. He enjoyed cooking for Burger Night at the Sterling American Legion on Monday nights, carpentry, and tinkering with locks and safes. Don loved building Navy battle ships out of wood and attending Navy ship reunions. On December 18, 1958, Don was united in marriage with Sarah Wright in Clay Center, Kansas. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his four children, Shelly Newman and husband Kevin of Pratt, KS, Brian Klein and wife Chris of Springfield, MO, Tracy Dickinson of Lyons, KS, and Greg Klein and wife Kristi of Sterling, KS; sister, Donnis Snyder of Marion, KS; and nephew, Chuck Baxter of Beggs, OK; eight grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Don is preceded in death by his parents; and one great-grandson. Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, January 6, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with Pastor Rob Bolton and Pastor Chuck Baxter officiating. Burial will be at 3:00 P.M., Friday, January 6, 2023, at Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas, with military honors. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be given to the Sterling American Legion Post #128 in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Donald Warren “Don” Klein |1937-2022|

Carol Jean Razo, 78, died unexpectedly December 24, 2022, at her home.&nbsp; She was born April 21, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Cyrus Sylvester and Alline Carolyn (Guyette) Chadwick.

Carol graduated from Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; She worked over 30 years as a para-educator for Hutchinson USD 308 at Avenue A, Lincoln, Faris, and Graber Elementary Schools.&nbsp; Carol skillfully touched the lives of ALL the children she came in contact with through her smile, grin, positive attitude, kindness, compassion, and love.&nbsp; In addition, she enjoyed playing bingo and going to casinos.&nbsp; Above all, Carol was a doting wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.&nbsp; She loved her family unconditionally, and looked forward to them stopping by her house for a few minutes, an hour, or the entire day.&nbsp; Carol was a member of the former Southwest Baptist Church, Hutchinson, where she taught children’s Sunday school.

On September 9, 1961, she married John Razo, Jr., in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared almost 52 years of marriage before his death on May 13, 2013.

Carol is survived by:&nbsp; son, Todd Razo; daughter, Kristene Peterson (Bruce), all of Hutchinson; brother, Hubert Chadwick (Gloria) of South Hutchinson; grandchildren, Kalisha, Megan, Chenille, Giovantai, and Anastacia; and great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Amara, Ahyeli, and Sofia.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Shirley Engweiler (Gary).

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, at Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, and Thursday, January 5, 2023, with the family present Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

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In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Carol Razo Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Carol Jean Razo, 78, died unexpectedly December 24, 2022, at her home.&nbsp; She was born April 21, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Cyrus Sylvester and Alline Carolyn (Guyette) Chadwick.Carol graduated from Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; She worked over 30 years as a para-educator for Hutchinson USD 308 at Avenue A, Lincoln, Faris, and Graber Elementary Schools.&nbsp; Carol skillfully touched the lives of ALL the children she came in contact with through her smile, grin, positive attitude, kindness, compassion, and love.&nbsp; In addition, she enjoyed playing bingo and going to casinos.&nbsp; Above all, Carol was a doting wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.&nbsp; She loved her family unconditionally, and looked forward to them stopping by her house for a few minutes, an hour, or the entire day.&nbsp; Carol was a member of the former Southwest Baptist Church, Hutchinson, where she taught children’s Sunday school.On September 9, 1961, she married John Razo, Jr., in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared almost 52 years of marriage before his death on May 13, 2013.Carol is survived by:&nbsp; son, Todd Razo; daughter, Kristene Peterson (Bruce), all of Hutchinson; brother, Hubert Chadwick (Gloria) of South Hutchinson; grandchildren, Kalisha, Megan, Chenille, Giovantai, and Anastacia; and great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Amara, Ahyeli, and Sofia.She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Shirley Engweiler (Gary).Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, at Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, and Thursday, January 5, 2023, with the family present Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY3MjExNjU4MDIyNjYyNiZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view Carol's funeral service</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Carol Razo Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Carol Jean Razo |1944-2022|

Joan R. Emmerich, 91, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler, KS.

Joan was born on March 9, 1931, in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Charles and Evelyn (Wolk) Appleby. On June 21, 1952, she married Joseph E. Emmerich in St. Louis, MO, to this union they were blessed with six children, Kim, Kip, Kandy, Kevin, Kris and Keith. Joan was an avid singer and dog lover.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph; son-in-law, Ron Dobson; and a great grandson, Mason McIntire.

Joan is survived by her six children, Kim Dobson, Kip (Martha Courville) Emmerich, Kandy (Murry) York, Kevin (Brenda) Emmerich, Kris Emmerich, and Keith (Shelly) Emmerich; 16 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Luke Helmuth officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at the funeral chapel. A private family inurnment will take place at a later. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter or Traditions Health and Hospice and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Joan R. Emmerich, 91, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler, KS.Joan was born on March 9, 1931, in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Charles and Evelyn (Wolk) Appleby. On June 21, 1952, she married Joseph E. Emmerich in St. Louis, MO, to this union they were blessed with six children, Kim, Kip, Kandy, Kevin, Kris and Keith. Joan was an avid singer and dog lover.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph; son-in-law, Ron Dobson; and a great grandson, Mason McIntire.Joan is survived by her six children, Kim Dobson, Kip (Martha Courville) Emmerich, Kandy (Murry) York, Kevin (Brenda) Emmerich, Kris Emmerich, and Keith (Shelly) Emmerich; 16 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Luke Helmuth officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at the funeral chapel. A private family inurnment will take place at a later. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter or Traditions Health and Hospice and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Joan R. Emmerich |1931-2022|

Jean Elaine Stephens, 85, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Guymon, OK, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 29, 2022, with her family by her side at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; She was a homemaker, and also, along with her husband, owned and operated Owens Steamway Carpet Cleaning for 26 years.

Jean was born on April 28, 1937, in Grants Pass, OR, the daughter of Harry Russell and Emily Katherine (Shorb) Brown.&nbsp; She graduated as valedictorian from Hardesty High School in Hardesty, OK.&nbsp; She attended Oklahoma University School of Nursing.&nbsp; On October 25, 1956, Jean was united in marriage to Owen Clouse Stephens in Oklahoma City, OK.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on July 3, 2014.

She is survived by her two daughters, Catheryn “Cathy” McEachern of McPherson, KS and Linda Shoemaker of Oklahoma City, OK; daughter-in-law, Janis Murphy of Sylvia, KS; sister-in-law, Lamanda Hammonds of Temple, TX; brothers-in-law, Tom Stephens (Phyllis) of Hardesty, OK and Melvin Stephens (Lou Ella) of Plainview, TX; eight grandchildren, Cory Pearson (Traci), Chris Pearson, Asher McEachern-Stains (Cassidy), Denise Spallo (Phil), Curtis Belvin, Nichole Myers (Adam), Jamie Crane (Kerry), and Dana Sandoval (Carlos); 17 great-grandchildren, Katie, Sophia, &amp; Vinnie Spallo, Zachary, Christian, Grace, &amp; Gabrial Pearson, Andrew, Lantz, &amp; Rylan Myers, Hunter, Jordan, &amp; Jadyn Liese, Mia Delly, Gauge, Mika, &amp; Claira Belvin.

She was preceded in death by her parents; parents-in-law, Clouse &amp; Flora Stephens; son, Don Allen Stephens; sons-in-law, Donnie Shoemaker and Joe McEachern; brothers, Dewayne and Bill Brown; and grandson, Joey McEachern.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson, with Pastor Dan Cate officiating.&nbsp; A visitation/viewing will be held from 1:00 PM until service time, Sunday, January 8, at the funeral home.&nbsp; A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, January 9, at the Elmhurst Cemetery in Guymon, OK.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association or Calvary Baptist Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jean Elaine Stephens, 85, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Guymon, OK, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 29, 2022, with her family by her side at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; She was a homemaker, and also, along with her husband, owned and operated Owens Steamway Carpet Cleaning for 26 years.Jean was born on April 28, 1937, in Grants Pass, OR, the daughter of Harry Russell and Emily Katherine (Shorb) Brown.&nbsp; She graduated as valedictorian from Hardesty High School in Hardesty, OK.&nbsp; She attended Oklahoma University School of Nursing.&nbsp; On October 25, 1956, Jean was united in marriage to Owen Clouse Stephens in Oklahoma City, OK.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on July 3, 2014.She is survived by her two daughters, Catheryn “Cathy” McEachern of McPherson, KS and Linda Shoemaker of Oklahoma City, OK; daughter-in-law, Janis Murphy of Sylvia, KS; sister-in-law, Lamanda Hammonds of Temple, TX; brothers-in-law, Tom Stephens (Phyllis) of Hardesty, OK and Melvin Stephens (Lou Ella) of Plainview, TX; eight grandchildren, Cory Pearson (Traci), Chris Pearson, Asher McEachern-Stains (Cassidy), Denise Spallo (Phil), Curtis Belvin, Nichole Myers (Adam), Jamie Crane (Kerry), and Dana Sandoval (Carlos); 17 great-grandchildren, Katie, Sophia, &amp; Vinnie Spallo, Zachary, Christian, Grace, &amp; Gabrial Pearson, Andrew, Lantz, &amp; Rylan Myers, Hunter, Jordan, &amp; Jadyn Liese, Mia Delly, Gauge, Mika, &amp; Claira Belvin.She was preceded in death by her parents; parents-in-law, Clouse &amp; Flora Stephens; son, Don Allen Stephens; sons-in-law, Donnie Shoemaker and Joe McEachern; brothers, Dewayne and Bill Brown; and grandson, Joey McEachern.The funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson, with Pastor Dan Cate officiating.&nbsp; A visitation/viewing will be held from 1:00 PM until service time, Sunday, January 8, at the funeral home.&nbsp; A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, January 9, at the Elmhurst Cemetery in Guymon, OK.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association or Calvary Baptist Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jean Elaine Stephens |1937-2022|

Lloyd H. Armstrong, 78, died December 30, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born May 24, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Harold ‘Mike’ Guy and Margaret Ella (Johanning) Armstrong.

Lloyd graduated from Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community College. He worked at Eaton Corporation, formerly Cessna Fluid Power Division. Lloyd owned and operated Armstrong Antiques.

Lloyd was an avid supporter of downtown development, loft downtown living believer, hot rod enthusiast, member of Radicals car club, loved to tell stories (not sure always true), craft beer lover, but most of all loved and so very proud of his wife, son, daughter and grandkids.&nbsp; He was a lifelong St. Teresa Catholic Church member, historian, and maintenance keeper.&nbsp;

On April 27, 1968, he married Anne Dixon, at St. Teresa Catholic Church. They shared over 54 years of marriage.

Lloyd is survived by: wife, Anne Armstrong of Hutchinson; son, Brian Armstrong of Topeka; daughter, Jennifer Armstrong (Tom Hickok) of Granby, CO; grandchildren, Caleb Kelley of Granby, CO, Lauren and Charlotte Armstrong of Topeka; and sister, Johanna Harris of Hutchinson.

Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 E. 5th Ave., Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary. Cremation has taken place.

Memorials are suggested to St. Teresa Catholic Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lloyd H. Armstrong, 78, died December 30, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born May 24, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Harold ‘Mike’ Guy and Margaret Ella (Johanning) Armstrong.Lloyd graduated from Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community College. He worked at Eaton Corporation, formerly Cessna Fluid Power Division. Lloyd owned and operated Armstrong Antiques.Lloyd was an avid supporter of downtown development, loft downtown living believer, hot rod enthusiast, member of Radicals car club, loved to tell stories (not sure always true), craft beer lover, but most of all loved and so very proud of his wife, son, daughter and grandkids.&nbsp; He was a lifelong St. Teresa Catholic Church member, historian, and maintenance keeper.&nbsp;On April 27, 1968, he married Anne Dixon, at St. Teresa Catholic Church. They shared over 54 years of marriage.Lloyd is survived by: wife, Anne Armstrong of Hutchinson; son, Brian Armstrong of Topeka; daughter, Jennifer Armstrong (Tom Hickok) of Granby, CO; grandchildren, Caleb Kelley of Granby, CO, Lauren and Charlotte Armstrong of Topeka; and sister, Johanna Harris of Hutchinson.He was preceded in death by his parents.Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 E. 5th Ave., Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary. Cremation has taken place.Memorials are suggested to St. Teresa Catholic Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lloyd H. Armstrong |1944-2022|

Benjamin ‘Ben’ Agoitia, Sr., passed away December 22, 2022, at Diversicare of Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born October 6, 1930, in Reno County, KS, to Calixto Agoitia and Delfina (Cordova) Agoitia.

He married Wanda Anzo on June 30, 1952, they would later divorce. They had three children, Debbie, Gary, and Benjamin Jr. His tireless love and devotion were evident in his last moments.

Ben was a master machinist. He loved working with his hands on anything mechanical, especially on the lathe. There was nothing he could not build or fix. Ben loved music, from Mexican to Big Band, like Glen Miller.

Ben is survived by: his children, Debbie Chattam of Winfield, KS, Gary (Donna) Agoitia of Hutchinson, KS, and Bennie (Heather) Agoitia of Hutchinson, KS; brother, Jerry Agoitia of San Antonio, TX; sister, Delores (Dean) Hachenberger of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Maria (Alex Espinoza) Chattam, Mariah (Ian Schmidt) Agoitia, Lucas (Karrah) Bishop, Tyler (Madison) Bishop, Lacy Lane, Brittany Agoitia, Victoria Agoitia, Cameron Agoitia, and Amber Agoitia; and numerous great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Ed Agoitia and Albert Agoitia; and sisters, Frances Rangel, Rhoda Rhoten, and Virginia Almanza.

Memorial service will be 10 am Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Benjamin ‘Ben’ Agoitia, Sr., passed away December 22, 2022, at Diversicare of Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born October 6, 1930, in Reno County, KS, to Calixto Agoitia and Delfina (Cordova) Agoitia.He married Wanda Anzo on June 30, 1952, they would later divorce. They had three children, Debbie, Gary, and Benjamin Jr. His tireless love and devotion were evident in his last moments.Ben was a master machinist. He loved working with his hands on anything mechanical, especially on the lathe. There was nothing he could not build or fix. Ben loved music, from Mexican to Big Band, like Glen Miller.Ben is survived by: his children, Debbie Chattam of Winfield, KS, Gary (Donna) Agoitia of Hutchinson, KS, and Bennie (Heather) Agoitia of Hutchinson, KS; brother, Jerry Agoitia of San Antonio, TX; sister, Delores (Dean) Hachenberger of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Maria (Alex Espinoza) Chattam, Mariah (Ian Schmidt) Agoitia, Lucas (Karrah) Bishop, Tyler (Madison) Bishop, Lacy Lane, Brittany Agoitia, Victoria Agoitia, Cameron Agoitia, and Amber Agoitia; and numerous great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Ed Agoitia and Albert Agoitia; and sisters, Frances Rangel, Rhoda Rhoten, and Virginia Almanza.Memorial service will be 10 am Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Benjamin ‘Ben’ Agoitia, Sr. |1930-2022|

Bethany Joy Krafels, 43, died December 28, 2022 at Hospice House. She was born April 17, 1979 in Cordova, Alaska, to Gary Davidson and Bonnie (Rouse) Sears.

Bethany graduated from Haines High School, and received her bachelor's degree from Chaminade University in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was a Histology Tech in the lab at Hutchinson Hospital for many years.

Bethany loved traveling, especially if it involved a beach. Always a creative person, she enjoyed interior design and holiday decorating, including for Christmas a different themed tree in every room.

On June 23, 2001 Bethany married John Krafels in Hutchinson. He survives.

Also surviving are: her daughters, Natalya and Taylin of the home; mother, Bonnie (Tim) Sears of Hutchinson; father, Gary (Ruthie) Davidson of Sun City, AZ; siblings, Matt (Autumn) Davidson of Council Bluffs, IA; Tiffany (Harrison) Larkin of Hope Mills, NC; father/mother-in-law, Ron and Nancy Krafels of Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Jill (Ryan) Roberts of Hutchinson; brother-in-law, Jeff (Sonia) Krafels of Manassas, VA; numerous nieces and nephews and many extended family members.

Cremation has taken place. Celebration of Life will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main St., Hutchinson. Those who wish to view the service online can find a link for viewing in Bethany’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website the day of the service. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Cancer Council of Reno County or Hospice House in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501

Bethany Joy Krafels, 43, died December 28, 2022 at Hospice House. She was born April 17, 1979 in Cordova, Alaska, to Gary Davidson and Bonnie (Rouse) Sears.Bethany graduated from Haines High School, and received her bachelor's degree from Chaminade University in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was a Histology Tech in the lab at Hutchinson Hospital for many years.Bethany loved traveling, especially if it involved a beach. Always a creative person, she enjoyed interior design and holiday decorating, including for Christmas a different themed tree in every room.On June 23, 2001 Bethany married John Krafels in Hutchinson. He survives.Also surviving are: her daughters, Natalya and Taylin of the home; mother, Bonnie (Tim) Sears of Hutchinson; father, Gary (Ruthie) Davidson of Sun City, AZ; siblings, Matt (Autumn) Davidson of Council Bluffs, IA; Tiffany (Harrison) Larkin of Hope Mills, NC; father/mother-in-law, Ron and Nancy Krafels of Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Jill (Ryan) Roberts of Hutchinson; brother-in-law, Jeff (Sonia) Krafels of Manassas, VA; numerous nieces and nephews and many extended family members.Cremation has taken place. Celebration of Life will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main St., Hutchinson. Those who wish to view the service online can find a link for viewing in Bethany’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website the day of the service. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Cancer Council of Reno County or Hospice House in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501

Bethany Joy Krafels |1979-2022|

The Reverend Lydia Ganaden Cordaro was born on November 19, 1941, in Baguio City, Philippines.&nbsp; Her parents were Salvador and Rufina Ganaden.&nbsp; Salvador was a minister and part-time miner, and Rufina was a seamstress.&nbsp; Lydia had two sisters, Fe and Priscilla, and two brothers, Andres and Salvador Jr.

Tragedy struck her family during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines when her father was killed while on a forced-work detail by the Japanese.&nbsp; Her mother struggled to raise the five children.

Lydia was an enthusiastic participant in the United Church of Christ from an early age.&nbsp; At the age of thirteen she was traveling by herself to nearby villages to teach Sunday School.&nbsp; After high school, when her sister Fe married a minister, Lydia helped her sister keep house and grow her brother-in-law’s church.&nbsp;

Lydia’s enthusiastic work in the Church, caught the attention of the district bishop and she was given a scholarship to attend college.&nbsp; She attended the Ellinwood College for Girls and eventually received a bachelor’s degree in Christian Education from Philippine Christian University in 1972.

While working in the church in the Philippines, Lydia met Robert and June Winslow of Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; Robert (Bob) was in the Navy, stationed at San Miguel Base.&nbsp; The Winslow’s took Lydia under their wings as a foster daughter.&nbsp; With the Winslow’s help, Lydia was able to travel to the United States to attend Wesley Theological Seminary, in Washington, DC.&nbsp; Lydia lived with the Winslow’s in Washington while attending seminary.

Lydia earned a Master of Religious Education degree in 1976 and a Master of Divinity Degree in 1978 from Wesley.&nbsp; On May 7, 1978, Lydia was ordained into the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).&nbsp; She also earned a certificate of Clinical Pastoral Education while working at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington.

As a minister, Lydia served churches in Kansas and Iowa.&nbsp; While serving a church in Hoisington, Kansas, Lydia married Richard Cordaro, a teacher and physicist, on November 5, 1988.&nbsp; In 1991, Lydia and Richard moved to Atlanta where Lydia helped her nephews and nieces as they pursued their careers and built their families.

In 2012, Lydia and Richard moved to Hutchinson, Kansas to be with Robert and June Winslow in their later years. &nbsp;They became members of Park Place Christian Church in Hutchinson.

Lydia was preceded in death by: her parents; brother, Andres Ganaden; sisters, Prescilla Hiett, and Fe Mejica (Joe); a sister-in-law, Choling Ganaden; nieces, Evelyn Hadwin and Ruth Ganaden; nephew, Elvis Ganaden; and foster father, Robert Winslow.

Survivors include: her husband, Richard; brother, Salvador Ganaden Jr., Philippines; sister-in-law, Tina Ganaden, Philippines; brother-in-law James Cordaro, Ridgecrest, CA.&nbsp; Foster family: mother, June Winslow; brother, Wayne Winslow (Donna) all of Hutchinson; sister, Roberta Wayne (Roger), Ellsworth, WI; brother, Donald Winslow (Tina), Normandy, TN; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2022, at Park Place Christian Church with Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Memorials are suggested to Kansas Disciples of Christ, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St., Hutchinson, KS 67501.

The Reverend Lydia Ganaden Cordaro was born on November 19, 1941, in Baguio City, Philippines.&nbsp; Her parents were Salvador and Rufina Ganaden.&nbsp; Salvador was a minister and part-time miner, and Rufina was a seamstress.&nbsp; Lydia had two sisters, Fe and Priscilla, and two brothers, Andres and Salvador Jr.Tragedy struck her family during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines when her father was killed while on a forced-work detail by the Japanese.&nbsp; Her mother struggled to raise the five children.Lydia was an enthusiastic participant in the United Church of Christ from an early age.&nbsp; At the age of thirteen she was traveling by herself to nearby villages to teach Sunday School.&nbsp; After high school, when her sister Fe married a minister, Lydia helped her sister keep house and grow her brother-in-law’s church.&nbsp;Lydia’s enthusiastic work in the Church, caught the attention of the district bishop and she was given a scholarship to attend college.&nbsp; She attended the Ellinwood College for Girls and eventually received a bachelor’s degree in Christian Education from Philippine Christian University in 1972.While working in the church in the Philippines, Lydia met Robert and June Winslow of Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; Robert (Bob) was in the Navy, stationed at San Miguel Base.&nbsp; The Winslow’s took Lydia under their wings as a foster daughter.&nbsp; With the Winslow’s help, Lydia was able to travel to the United States to attend Wesley Theological Seminary, in Washington, DC.&nbsp; Lydia lived with the Winslow’s in Washington while attending seminary.Lydia earned a Master of Religious Education degree in 1976 and a Master of Divinity Degree in 1978 from Wesley.&nbsp; On May 7, 1978, Lydia was ordained into the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).&nbsp; She also earned a certificate of Clinical Pastoral Education while working at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington.As a minister, Lydia served churches in Kansas and Iowa.&nbsp; While serving a church in Hoisington, Kansas, Lydia married Richard Cordaro, a teacher and physicist, on November 5, 1988.&nbsp; In 1991, Lydia and Richard moved to Atlanta where Lydia helped her nephews and nieces as they pursued their careers and built their families.In 2012, Lydia and Richard moved to Hutchinson, Kansas to be with Robert and June Winslow in their later years. &nbsp;They became members of Park Place Christian Church in Hutchinson.Lydia was preceded in death by: her parents; brother, Andres Ganaden; sisters, Prescilla Hiett, and Fe Mejica (Joe); a sister-in-law, Choling Ganaden; nieces, Evelyn Hadwin and Ruth Ganaden; nephew, Elvis Ganaden; and foster father, Robert Winslow.Survivors include: her husband, Richard; brother, Salvador Ganaden Jr., Philippines; sister-in-law, Tina Ganaden, Philippines; brother-in-law James Cordaro, Ridgecrest, CA.&nbsp; Foster family: mother, June Winslow; brother, Wayne Winslow (Donna) all of Hutchinson; sister, Roberta Wayne (Roger), Ellsworth, WI; brother, Donald Winslow (Tina), Normandy, TN; and numerous nieces and nephews.Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2022, at Park Place Christian Church with Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Memorials are suggested to Kansas Disciples of Christ, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St., Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Reverend Lydia Ganaden Cordaro |1941-2022|

Edwin Thaine “Ed” Coons, 79, of Hutchinson, died December 28, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born November 13, 1943, in Hutchinson to Joseph Thaine and Pearl Edith (Sickman) Coons.

Ed graduated from Wichita South High School and Wichita State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, with a minor in English and Chemistry. He worked for Beech Aircraft in the marketing department, became a stockbroker before joining Bank IV Wichita and retired as Executive Vice President in charge of investments and trusts at First National Bank of Hutchinson.&nbsp; Ed was an avid writer, golfer, hunter and fisherman and proud grandfather and great-grandfather.&nbsp; He loved WSU basketball, high school football and sports of all kinds. He served as an Elder and Trustee at First Presbyterian Church and served on the boards of the Hutchinson Public Library, YMCA, and Hutchinson Town Club.&nbsp;

On November 17, 1973, Ed married Dianne Arnold Reeves, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, in Wichita.&nbsp; They shared 49 years of marriage together.

Ed is survived by: wife, Dianne, of Hutchinson; sons:&nbsp; Scott Thomas Reeves Coons (Elizabeth) of Lawrence, KS; Bradley Arnold Reeves Coons (Kristin) of Manhattan Beach, CA; and Timothy Thaine Coons (Betony) of Greeley, CO; grandchildren: Kolby (Alexandra) Coons &amp; Jacob Coons of Scottsdale; Evan, William, &amp; Caden Coons of Manhattan Beach; Lucy, Harriet, Beatrice, and Arthur Coons of Greeley; and great-grandchild Lincoln Scott Coons of Scottsdale.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph &amp; Pearl, and sister Linda Monroe.

Edwin Thaine “Ed” Coons, 79, of Hutchinson, died December 28, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born November 13, 1943, in Hutchinson to Joseph Thaine and Pearl Edith (Sickman) Coons.Ed graduated from Wichita South High School and Wichita State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, with a minor in English and Chemistry. He worked for Beech Aircraft in the marketing department, became a stockbroker before joining Bank IV Wichita and retired as Executive Vice President in charge of investments and trusts at First National Bank of Hutchinson.&nbsp; Ed was an avid writer, golfer, hunter and fisherman and proud grandfather and great-grandfather.&nbsp; He loved WSU basketball, high school football and sports of all kinds. He served as an Elder and Trustee at First Presbyterian Church and served on the boards of the Hutchinson Public Library, YMCA, and Hutchinson Town Club.&nbsp;On November 17, 1973, Ed married Dianne Arnold Reeves, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, in Wichita.&nbsp; They shared 49 years of marriage together.Ed is survived by: wife, Dianne, of Hutchinson; sons:&nbsp; Scott Thomas Reeves Coons (Elizabeth) of Lawrence, KS; Bradley Arnold Reeves Coons (Kristin) of Manhattan Beach, CA; and Timothy Thaine Coons (Betony) of Greeley, CO; grandchildren: Kolby (Alexandra) Coons &amp; Jacob Coons of Scottsdale; Evan, William, &amp; Caden Coons of Manhattan Beach; Lucy, Harriet, Beatrice, and Arthur Coons of Greeley; and great-grandchild Lincoln Scott Coons of Scottsdale.He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph &amp; Pearl, and sister Linda Monroe.Family visitation will take place Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 4-6 pm in the parlor of First Presbyterian Church Hutchinson, 201 E. Sherman.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be Friday, January 6, 2023, at 10:30 am at First Presbyterian Church with Reverend Christy Kass and Keith Neill officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will take place.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Friday, December 30 to Thursday, January 5 at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church Hutchinson or Reno County Young Life, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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