Charles Louis Ridge, 79, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, at Wheatlands
 Health Care Center in Kingman. He was born on January 1, 1944, in Pratt 
to Charley F. and Fern L. (Thompson) Ridge. Charles married Pat 
(Gilstrap) Donelson on April 17, 2009, in Cunningham. They were married 
for 13 years. Charles graduated from Isabel High School. He 
worked as a lifelong farmer. He was a member of The Cunningham Lions 
Club and First Baptist Church in Medicine Lodge, and later attended the 
Cunningham Christian Church. He loved farming. He also enjoyed church 
activities, fishing, his dog "Maya" and most of all his family, 
especially his wife. He is survived by his wife, Pat; 
stepchildren, Beth Patton of Cunningham, Grace Patton of Pratt, Jim 
(Michelle) Patton of Newton and John Patton of Pratt; sisters, Evelyn 
Hunt of Wichita and Helen Bailey of Pratt; 7 grandchildren; and 9 
great-grandchildren. Charles is preceded in death by his parents and brother in-law, Benny Bailey. 
 =Funeral service were Friday, 
April 7, 2023 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt, with John Hamm presiding. 
Burial followed at Maud Cemetery, Cunningham. Memorials may
 be made to Cunningham Museum or American Heart Association in care of 
Larrison Mortuary. The family would like to extend great appreciation to
 RiverCross Hospice for the wonderful care they have given.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Charles Louis Ridge, 79, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, at Wheatlands
 Health Care Center in Kingman. He was born on January 1, 1944, in Pratt 
to Charley F. and Fern L. (Thompson) Ridge. Charles married Pat 
(Gilstrap) Donelson on April 17, 2009, in Cunningham. They were married 
for 13 years. Charles graduated from Isabel High School. He 
worked as a lifelong farmer. He was a member of The Cunningham Lions 
Club and First Baptist Church in Medicine Lodge, and later attended the 
Cunningham Christian Church. He loved farming. He also enjoyed church 
activities, fishing, his dog "Maya" and most of all his family, 
especially his wife. He is survived by his wife, Pat; 
stepchildren, Beth Patton of Cunningham, Grace Patton of Pratt, Jim 
(Michelle) Patton of Newton and John Patton of Pratt; sisters, Evelyn 
Hunt of Wichita and Helen Bailey of Pratt; 7 grandchildren; and 9 
great-grandchildren. Charles is preceded in death by his parents and brother in-law, Benny Bailey. 
 =Funeral service were Friday, 
April 7, 2023 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt, with John Hamm presiding. 
Burial followed at Maud Cemetery, Cunningham. Memorials may
 be made to Cunningham Museum or American Heart Association in care of 
Larrison Mortuary. The family would like to extend great appreciation to
 RiverCross Hospice for the wonderful care they have given.&nbsp;

Charles L. Ridge |1944-2023|

Danny Louis Ramey, 75, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away March 31, 2023, at his home. He was born December 16, 1947, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Louis Dale and Bessie Elnora Davidson Ramey. 

Danny has resided in Lyons since 2016, formerly of Kinsley, Kansas. He attended Kinsley High School. Danny was a machinist. He enjoyed woodworking and fixing up homes. 

Danny is survived by his son, Danny L.D. Ramey and wife Laura of Emporia, KS; daughter, Michele Seeman and husband Steve of Larned, KS; brother, David Santner and wife Beth of Las Cruces, NM; sister, Debra Blevins and husband James of Louis, KS; five grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Dennis Wayne Ramey; daughter, Lorie Lee Ramey; brother, Ronald Santner; and niece, Cheri Green. 

Cremation has taken place. No service will be held per Danny’s request. 

Memorials may be given to the Rice County Relay for Life in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Danny Louis Ramey, 75, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away March 31, 2023, at his home. He was born December 16, 1947, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Louis Dale and Bessie Elnora Davidson Ramey. Danny has resided in Lyons since 2016, formerly of Kinsley, Kansas. He attended Kinsley High School. Danny was a machinist. He enjoyed woodworking and fixing up homes. Danny is survived by his son, Danny L.D. Ramey and wife Laura of Emporia, KS; daughter, Michele Seeman and husband Steve of Larned, KS; brother, David Santner and wife Beth of Las Cruces, NM; sister, Debra Blevins and husband James of Louis, KS; five grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Dennis Wayne Ramey; daughter, Lorie Lee Ramey; brother, Ronald Santner; and niece, Cheri Green. Cremation has taken place. No service will be held per Danny’s request. Memorials may be given to the Rice County Relay for Life in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

Danny Louis Ramey |1947-2023|

Pamela F. “Pam” Goforth, 74, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away March 31, 2023, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. She was born March 4, 1949, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, the daughter of Loyal and Ilene Abbott French. Pam has resided in Lyons for the past 10 years, formerly of Bushton, Kansas.

She graduated from Bountiful High School, Bountiful, Utah with the class of 1967. She was a school bus driver for many years and clerk at the G-Stop in Geneseo, Kansas.

Pam was a member of the Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ, Holyrood. She enjoyed quilting and was an avid domino and bingo player. On August 31, 1971, Pam was united in marriage with G. Douglas Goforth in Bountiful, Utah. He preceded her in death on June 18, 2007. She is also preceded in death by her parents; son, Doug Goforth; daughter, April Phillips; brother, John French; and sister, Teri French.

Pam is survived by her son, Cody Goforth and wife Jessica of Lyons, KS; daughter, Danielle Bowen and husband David of Newton, KS; grandchildren, Solomon Goforth and Avery Goforth both of Lyons, KS, Adam Schremmer (Elizabeth) of Hoisington, KS, Meghan Doyle (Zach) of Great Bend, KS, Madison Doyle (Caden) of Great Bend, KS, Macy Phillips, Gavin Erskine, Adian Erskine, and T.J. Erskine; and great-grandchildren, Derek, Quinton, Liam, Aurora, Lincoln, and Ryan.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at the Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ, Holyrood, with Pastor Debra Rains officiating.

Memorials may be given to the Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Pamela F. “Pam” Goforth, 74, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away March 31, 2023, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. She was born March 4, 1949, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, the daughter of Loyal and Ilene Abbott French. Pam has resided in Lyons for the past 10 years, formerly of Bushton, Kansas.She graduated from Bountiful High School, Bountiful, Utah with the class of 1967. She was a school bus driver for many years and clerk at the G-Stop in Geneseo, Kansas.Pam was a member of the Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ, Holyrood. She enjoyed quilting and was an avid domino and bingo player. On August 31, 1971, Pam was united in marriage with G. Douglas Goforth in Bountiful, Utah. He preceded her in death on June 18, 2007. She is also preceded in death by her parents; son, Doug Goforth; daughter, April Phillips; brother, John French; and sister, Teri French.Pam is survived by her son, Cody Goforth and wife Jessica of Lyons, KS; daughter, Danielle Bowen and husband David of Newton, KS; grandchildren, Solomon Goforth and Avery Goforth both of Lyons, KS, Adam Schremmer (Elizabeth) of Hoisington, KS, Meghan Doyle (Zach) of Great Bend, KS, Madison Doyle (Caden) of Great Bend, KS, Macy Phillips, Gavin Erskine, Adian Erskine, and T.J. Erskine; and great-grandchildren, Derek, Quinton, Liam, Aurora, Lincoln, and Ryan.Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at the Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ, Holyrood, with Pastor Debra Rains officiating.Memorials may be given to the Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

Pamela F. 'Pam' Goforth |1949-2023|

Lyle Jay Brothers, 87, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away March 31, 2023, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. He was born March 7, 1936, in Saxman, Kansas, the son of Jay M. and Sylvia M. Engelland Brothers. Lyle was a lifetime Rice County resident. He graduated from Lyons High School with the class of 1954. 

On October 31, 1954, Lyle was united in marriage with Patricia Ruth “Pat” Swenson in Lyons. Together they raised four children; Mike Brothers and wife JoAnn of Lyons, KS, Karen Malone and husband Brad of Manhattan, KS, Susan Tobias and husband Curtis of Lyons, KS, and Tricia Brothers of Newton, KS. He was blessed with nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. 

Immediate family includes; two sisters-in-law, Kathryn (Swenson) Wilson and husband Fred of Traverse City, MI, and Telva Swenson of Kansas City, KS; and many nieces, nephews as well as extended family. 

Lyle was a farmer, dairyman, and past owner of Hutchinson Livestock. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Lyons, where he served as a trustee. He was a former trustee and treasurer of the former Saxman Presbyterian Church. Lyle was active in both civic and community organizations such as the Royal Masonic Lodge #192, Lyons, Wichita Scottish Rite as a 33rd Degree Mason, Meridian Shriners, and Order of the Eastern Star Queen Esther Chapter #32. He served on the Board of Directors for Camp Wa-Ja-To and was past President of Rice County Farm Bureau. 

Lyle enjoyed collecting toy tractors, wood carving, RC cars, and model railroad trains. Lyle also enjoyed spending winters with many close friends at Fun-N-Sun in San Benito, Texas. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Patricia Brothers; infant brother, Lurton Brothers; and sister, Joleen Ottlinger. 

Funeral service was Friday, April 7, 2023, at the First Christian Church, Lyons, with Pastor Nickia Larson and Rev. Jim Anderson officiating. Burial was at the Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling. 

Memorials may be given to Camp Wa-Ja-To, or the Rice Community Healthcare Foundation (for the Swing Bed Unit) in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Lyle Jay Brothers, 87, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away March 31, 2023, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. He was born March 7, 1936, in Saxman, Kansas, the son of Jay M. and Sylvia M. Engelland Brothers. Lyle was a lifetime Rice County resident. He graduated from Lyons High School with the class of 1954. On October 31, 1954, Lyle was united in marriage with Patricia Ruth “Pat” Swenson in Lyons. Together they raised four children; Mike Brothers and wife JoAnn of Lyons, KS, Karen Malone and husband Brad of Manhattan, KS, Susan Tobias and husband Curtis of Lyons, KS, and Tricia Brothers of Newton, KS. He was blessed with nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Immediate family includes; two sisters-in-law, Kathryn (Swenson) Wilson and husband Fred of Traverse City, MI, and Telva Swenson of Kansas City, KS; and many nieces, nephews as well as extended family. Lyle was a farmer, dairyman, and past owner of Hutchinson Livestock. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Lyons, where he served as a trustee. He was a former trustee and treasurer of the former Saxman Presbyterian Church. Lyle was active in both civic and community organizations such as the Royal Masonic Lodge #192, Lyons, Wichita Scottish Rite as a 33rd Degree Mason, Meridian Shriners, and Order of the Eastern Star Queen Esther Chapter #32. He served on the Board of Directors for Camp Wa-Ja-To and was past President of Rice County Farm Bureau. Lyle enjoyed collecting toy tractors, wood carving, RC cars, and model railroad trains. Lyle also enjoyed spending winters with many close friends at Fun-N-Sun in San Benito, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Patricia Brothers; infant brother, Lurton Brothers; and sister, Joleen Ottlinger. Funeral service was Friday, April 7, 2023, at the First Christian Church, Lyons, with Pastor Nickia Larson and Rev. Jim Anderson officiating. Burial was at the Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling. Memorials may be given to Camp Wa-Ja-To, or the Rice Community Healthcare Foundation (for the Swing Bed Unit) in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

Lyle Jay Brothers |1936-2023|

LuHelen Zink, 93, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Grand Plains 
Skilled Nursing in Pratt. She was born on August 2, 1929, near Neola, 
Kansas to William Carl and Bertha Lillian (Hodson) Smith. LuHelen 
married Grover Alan Zink on December 13, 1951, in St. John. He preceded 
her in death on June 10, 2007. LuHelen graduated from Turon 
High School in 1947. She was a homemaker, member of Turon Christian 
Community Church and a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary and served 
as 7th District President from 1965-1966. She enjoyed genealogy, 
correspondence and was known as the local historian. She is 
survived by her sons, Gary A. (Kathy) Zink of Ponca City, Oklahoma, 
Timothy K. (Lori Holcomb) Zink of St. Louis, Missouri and Andrew T. 
(Donna Stueve) Zink of Turon; son in-law, Brennan Byrne of Pennsylvania;
 brother, Thayer (Kay) Smith of Ellsworth; sister in-law, Norma Lee 
Smith of Hutchinson; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and a 
large number of nieces, nephews and cousins. LuHelen is 
preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Jon B. Zink; daughter, 
Kathryn Z. Byrne; and brothers, Glynne and Grant Smith. 
Visitation was Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country
 Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, 
April 7, 2023, at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with Chris Clark presiding. 
Burial will follow at Neola Cemetery, Neola. Memorials may be made to Neola Cemetery in care of Larrison Mortuary.&nbsp;

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 </figure>LuHelen Zink, 93, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Grand Plains 
Skilled Nursing in Pratt. She was born on August 2, 1929, near Neola, 
Kansas to William Carl and Bertha Lillian (Hodson) Smith. LuHelen 
married Grover Alan Zink on December 13, 1951, in St. John. He preceded 
her in death on June 10, 2007. LuHelen graduated from Turon 
High School in 1947. She was a homemaker, member of Turon Christian 
Community Church and a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary and served 
as 7th District President from 1965-1966. She enjoyed genealogy, 
correspondence and was known as the local historian. She is 
survived by her sons, Gary A. (Kathy) Zink of Ponca City, Oklahoma, 
Timothy K. (Lori Holcomb) Zink of St. Louis, Missouri and Andrew T. 
(Donna Stueve) Zink of Turon; son in-law, Brennan Byrne of Pennsylvania;
 brother, Thayer (Kay) Smith of Ellsworth; sister in-law, Norma Lee 
Smith of Hutchinson; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and a 
large number of nieces, nephews and cousins. LuHelen is 
preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Jon B. Zink; daughter, 
Kathryn Z. Byrne; and brothers, Glynne and Grant Smith. 
Visitation was Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country
 Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, 
April 7, 2023, at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with Chris Clark presiding. 
Burial will follow at Neola Cemetery, Neola. Memorials may be made to Neola Cemetery in care of Larrison Mortuary.&nbsp;

LuHelen Zink

Marvin Leonard Helsel, 80, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 
Kansas Veterans Home in Winfield. He was born on November 3, 1942, in 
Pratt to Harry Delbert and Orpha (Leonard) Helsel. Marvin married Judy 
(Branch) Helsel on July 29, 1972, in Pratt. They were married for 50 
years. Marvin graduated from Pratt High School in 1961. He 
joined the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. He 
attended Pratt Community College and Southeastern Oklahoma State 
University. He worked for Terminex for several years and then opened A1 
Pest Control. In 1994, he and Judy opened Quality Laundry in Pratt and 
operated it for 30 years. He was a member of Pratt Free Methodist Church
 and Gideons. He was a volunteer for the American Red Cross. He enjoyed 
hunting, fishing, working on cars, building things, walking, watching 
his daily television shows and westerns, taking day trips, repairing and
 maintaining household appliances, and loved being a husband, father and
 Papa. He never complained about anything in life. He is 
survived by his wife, Judy; daughters, Christina Helsel and Mary (Tron 
Kitson) Divine; grandchildren, Conrad Burns and Audrey Burns all of 
Pratt; sister, Margorie (Allen) Long of St. John; and numerous nieces, 
nephews and cousins. Marvin is preceded in death by his 
father, Harry Delbert Helsel; mother, Orpha Deselms; sister, Vera Alice 
Scott; brother, William Richard Helsel; and son in-law, Robert Divine. 
 Visitation will be Monday, April 10, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 
with family receiving friends from 5-7 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country
 Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, 
April 11, 2023, at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with Carl Whitfield 
presiding. Burial with military honors will follow at Iuka Cemetery, 
Iuka. Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society or Alzheimer Association in care of Larrison Mortuary.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marvin Leonard Helsel, 80, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 
Kansas Veterans Home in Winfield. He was born on November 3, 1942, in 
Pratt to Harry Delbert and Orpha (Leonard) Helsel. Marvin married Judy 
(Branch) Helsel on July 29, 1972, in Pratt. They were married for 50 
years. Marvin graduated from Pratt High School in 1961. He 
joined the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. He 
attended Pratt Community College and Southeastern Oklahoma State 
University. He worked for Terminex for several years and then opened A1 
Pest Control. In 1994, he and Judy opened Quality Laundry in Pratt and 
operated it for 30 years. He was a member of Pratt Free Methodist Church
 and Gideons. He was a volunteer for the American Red Cross. He enjoyed 
hunting, fishing, working on cars, building things, walking, watching 
his daily television shows and westerns, taking day trips, repairing and
 maintaining household appliances, and loved being a husband, father and
 Papa. He never complained about anything in life. He is 
survived by his wife, Judy; daughters, Christina Helsel and Mary (Tron 
Kitson) Divine; grandchildren, Conrad Burns and Audrey Burns all of 
Pratt; sister, Margorie (Allen) Long of St. John; and numerous nieces, 
nephews and cousins. Marvin is preceded in death by his 
father, Harry Delbert Helsel; mother, Orpha Deselms; sister, Vera Alice 
Scott; brother, William Richard Helsel; and son in-law, Robert Divine. 
 Visitation will be Monday, April 10, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 
with family receiving friends from 5-7 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country
 Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, 
April 11, 2023, at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with Carl Whitfield 
presiding. Burial with military honors will follow at Iuka Cemetery, 
Iuka. Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society or Alzheimer Association in care of Larrison Mortuary.&nbsp;

Marvin Leonard Helsel

Deidre Margaret Rosario, 67, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 4th, 2023.

Deidre was born in Queens, New York, on July 10, 1955, a daughter of Joy Carlene (Clark) and Thomas John Kilbride.

She served in the United States Air Force from August 1985 to November 1985.

On February 9, 1993, Deidre married Andres Rosario, Jr. in New York.

Survivors
 include her husband, Andres of the home; son, Andres Rosario III, 
(Odalis) of Orlando, Florida; grandchildren, Yudalis, Amanda, Stephan; 
four great grandchildren, Mia, Amor, Rose, and Elvis.

Deidre
 is also survived by three sisters, Jolene Larson (Robert), of 
McPherson, Kansas,  Denise Petrie (Dan), of Long Island, New York, Reene
 Edelman (Larry), of Upstate New York and brothers, Thomas Kilbride, of 
McPherson, Kansas, Barry Kilbride, (Terri), of Burton, Kansas.

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Bryan Kilbride.

A
 Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, April 11th, at 
Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory in Salina, Kansas, with 
Gary Hickey officiating.

Donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Deidre Margaret Rosario, 67, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 4th, 2023.Deidre was born in Queens, New York, on July 10, 1955, a daughter of Joy Carlene (Clark) and Thomas John Kilbride.She served in the United States Air Force from August 1985 to November 1985.On February 9, 1993, Deidre married Andres Rosario, Jr. in New York.Survivors
 include her husband, Andres of the home; son, Andres Rosario III, 
(Odalis) of Orlando, Florida; grandchildren, Yudalis, Amanda, Stephan; 
four great grandchildren, Mia, Amor, Rose, and Elvis.Deidre
 is also survived by three sisters, Jolene Larson (Robert), of 
McPherson, Kansas, Denise Petrie (Dan), of Long Island, New York, Reene
 Edelman (Larry), of Upstate New York and brothers, Thomas Kilbride, of 
McPherson, Kansas, Barry Kilbride, (Terri), of Burton, Kansas.She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Bryan Kilbride.Cremation has been chosen.A
 Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, April 11th, at 
Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory in Salina, Kansas, with 
Gary Hickey officiating.Donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of the funeral home.

Deidre Margaret Rosario |1955-2023|

Martha Jean Kimble, 87, died Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Stafford. 
Born September 18, 1935, at Hutchinson she was the daughter of Delmar and
 Bessie Baber Steinhardt. 

She was a 1954 Stafford High School graduate 
and attended Emporia State University. She was a dental assistant in 
Austin, Texas before returning to Stafford in 2001. She was an Auxiliary
 Member of the American Legion and the Bridge Club, both of Stafford. On
 February 29, 2004, she married Monte Kimble.&nbsp; She is survived by her 
husband, Monte.&nbsp; She was the mother of five children: Regina (Jon) 
Sanchez, Brenda Schartz, Kyle Waters, Kirk Waters and Shelli (Michael) 
Rochford. Brother: Lee Steinhardt. Sister: Dee Ann Rankin. 14 grandchildren. 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by sister: Peggy Leach and grandson: Jordan Charles Waters.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 6, at Minnis 
Chapel, Stafford. Burial will be at Neeland Cemetery. Visitation will be
 Wednesday 5-7 p.m. at Minnis Chapel, Stafford. 

Memorials may be made to
 the American Red Cross in care of the chapel.

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 </figure>Martha Jean Kimble, 87, died Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Stafford. 
Born September 18, 1935, at Hutchinson she was the daughter of Delmar and
 Bessie Baber Steinhardt. She was a 1954 Stafford High School graduate 
and attended Emporia State University. She was a dental assistant in 
Austin, Texas before returning to Stafford in 2001. She was an Auxiliary
 Member of the American Legion and the Bridge Club, both of Stafford. On
 February 29, 2004, she married Monte Kimble.&nbsp; She is survived by her 
husband, Monte.&nbsp; She was the mother of five children: Regina (Jon) 
Sanchez, Brenda Schartz, Kyle Waters, Kirk Waters and Shelli (Michael) 
Rochford. Brother: Lee Steinhardt. Sister: Dee Ann Rankin. 14 grandchildren. 15 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by sister: Peggy Leach and grandson: Jordan Charles Waters.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 6, at Minnis 
Chapel, Stafford. Burial will be at Neeland Cemetery. Visitation will be
 Wednesday 5-7 p.m. at Minnis Chapel, Stafford. Memorials may be made to
 the American Red Cross in care of the chapel.

Martha Jean Kimble |1935-2023|

Gary Gene Weible, 84, of McPherson, KS, passed away Tuesday, April , 2023, at Parkside Homes, Hillsboro, Kansas. Gary was born in Hutchinson, KS on February 10, 1939, the son of Edward Henry and Ramona (Whealy) Weible. 
 Gary attended Wickersham grade School, Lincoln Grade School, Park 
School, McPherson Junior High. He graduated from McPherson High School, 
McPherson in 1957. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in McPherson. 
 Gary worked in the oil fields in McPherson, Oklahoma, California, and 
the Gulf of Mexico for 28 years. He also worked for area farmers as a 
hired hand, for area construction companies and finished his career as a
 truck driver for McPherson Concrete Products. Gary enjoyed sports, working with his crew and spending time with his friends. He is survived by a daughter Amy Weible; and a cousin, Janice Oden of Sterling, Kansas. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Walter Eugene Weible. Cremation is planned and burial of cremains will be at Prairielawn Cemetery, Wellington, KS. There will be no services.&nbsp;

Gary Gene Weible, 84, of McPherson, KS, passed away Tuesday, April , 2023, at Parkside Homes, Hillsboro, Kansas. Gary was born in Hutchinson, KS on February 10, 1939, the son of Edward Henry and Ramona (Whealy) Weible. 
 Gary attended Wickersham grade School, Lincoln Grade School, Park 
School, McPherson Junior High. He graduated from McPherson High School, 
McPherson in 1957. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in McPherson. 
 Gary worked in the oil fields in McPherson, Oklahoma, California, and 
the Gulf of Mexico for 28 years. He also worked for area farmers as a 
hired hand, for area construction companies and finished his career as a
 truck driver for McPherson Concrete Products. Gary enjoyed sports, working with his crew and spending time with his friends. He is survived by a daughter Amy Weible; and a cousin, Janice Oden of Sterling, Kansas. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Walter Eugene Weible. Cremation is planned and burial of cremains will be at Prairielawn Cemetery, Wellington, KS. There will be no services.&nbsp;

Gary Gene Weible |1939-2023|

Robin Lynn (Nicewander) Macy was born November 6, 1958, in Clay Center, Kansas, the second of two children born to Ralph Nicewander and Leola Stites Nicewander. She died on April 4, 2023.

She attended Clay Center schools, graduating from Clay Center Community High School in 1977. During high school, Robin started working at age 14 as a waitress at The Jiffy Inn in Clay Center, then worked in various jobs as a retail salesclerk. In later years she worked in office jobs.

Robin was married to John Macy of Augusta, Kansas on November 27, 1982, at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. They briefly lived in rural Augusta for about 18 months, then moved to the farm that John had purchased before their marriage in rural Miltonvale, KS where they had made their home for the past 39 years.

John and Robin were blessed with two children: Nicole Eilene in 1984 and Nathaniel Wesley in 1988.

Robin devoted her life to her home and family. She was a meticulous keeper of the home. She had a strong artistic bent, both in and around the house with the seasonal decorating and landscaping. She was a quiet extrovert who enjoyed being around people. Throughout her illness, she saw the medical care givers, particularly at the Tammy Walker Cancer, as well as other patients, as her ministry.

She saw this as her opportunity to impact others with the love of Christ, seeing this as part of God's sovereign design in her own battle with cancer.

She was a devoted member of the Concordia Wesleyan Church.

Robin was preceded in death by her father, Ralph Nicewander.

She is survived by her husband, John Macy of Miltonvale, Kansas; daughter, Nicole Macy of Balynure County Antrim, Northern Ireland; son, Nathaniel of Center, Kansas; grandson, Elijah; granddaughter, Audra; mother, Leola Nicewander of Clay Center, Kansas; brother, Edward Nicewander of Hutchinson, Kansas, and lifelong dear friend, Vickie Coover, of Barnard, Kansas.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KS.

Funeral Services for Robin will be on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Concordia Wesleyan Church in Concordia, KS.

Burial will take place following the service at Wesleyan No. 7 Cemetery, Clay County, KS.

Memorials can be made to the Concordia Wesleyan Church or Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home.

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 </figure>Robin Lynn (Nicewander) Macy was born November 6, 1958, in Clay Center, Kansas, the second of two children born to Ralph Nicewander and Leola Stites Nicewander. She died on April 4, 2023.She attended Clay Center schools, graduating from Clay Center Community High School in 1977. During high school, Robin started working at age 14 as a waitress at The Jiffy Inn in Clay Center, then worked in various jobs as a retail salesclerk. In later years she worked in office jobs.Robin was married to John Macy of Augusta, Kansas on November 27, 1982, at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. They briefly lived in rural Augusta for about 18 months, then moved to the farm that John had purchased before their marriage in rural Miltonvale, KS where they had made their home for the past 39 years.John and Robin were blessed with two children: Nicole Eilene in 1984 and Nathaniel Wesley in 1988.Robin devoted her life to her home and family. She was a meticulous keeper of the home. She had a strong artistic bent, both in and around the house with the seasonal decorating and landscaping. She was a quiet extrovert who enjoyed being around people. Throughout her illness, she saw the medical care givers, particularly at the Tammy Walker Cancer, as well as other patients, as her ministry.She saw this as her opportunity to impact others with the love of Christ, seeing this as part of God's sovereign design in her own battle with cancer.She was a devoted member of the Concordia Wesleyan Church.Robin was preceded in death by her father, Ralph Nicewander.She is survived by her husband, John Macy of Miltonvale, Kansas; daughter, Nicole Macy of Balynure County Antrim, Northern Ireland; son, Nathaniel of Center, Kansas; grandson, Elijah; granddaughter, Audra; mother, Leola Nicewander of Clay Center, Kansas; brother, Edward Nicewander of Hutchinson, Kansas, and lifelong dear friend, Vickie Coover, of Barnard, Kansas.Visitation will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, KS.Funeral Services for Robin will be on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Concordia Wesleyan Church in Concordia, KS.Burial will take place following the service at Wesleyan No. 7 Cemetery, Clay County, KS.Memorials can be made to the Concordia Wesleyan Church or Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home.

Robin Lynn Macy |1958-2023|

Ofelia “Faye” (Rodriguez) Garcia, 93, died April 4, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born September 12, 1929, in Newton, to Severo and Teresa (Grajeda) Rodriguez.

Faye was a housewife and dedicated her time to her children. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and cooking, but there was not anything she loved more than spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson.

On October 29, 1949, Faye married Rudolf M. Garcia, in Newton. They shared over 68 years of marriage, prior to his death on August 23, 2018.

Faye is survived by: her children, Cecilia Eldredge, Helen (Thomas) Weis, Rudolf M. (Kelly) Garcia Jr., all of Hutchinson; sisters, Henrietta Cavillo of Hutchinson, Martha Gomez of Newton; 9 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; son-in-law Charles Eldredge; two brothers; and five sisters.

Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Monday, April 10, 2023, followed by Mass of the Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., both at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple St, South Hutchinson, with father Eric M. Weldon officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. &nbsp;

Friends may call Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. with family present from 5-7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or Hospice House of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Ofelia “Faye” (Rodriguez) Garcia, 93, died April 4, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born September 12, 1929, in Newton, to Severo and Teresa (Grajeda) Rodriguez.Faye was a housewife and dedicated her time to her children. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and cooking, but there was not anything she loved more than spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson.On October 29, 1949, Faye married Rudolf M. Garcia, in Newton. They shared over 68 years of marriage, prior to his death on August 23, 2018.Faye is survived by: her children, Cecilia Eldredge, Helen (Thomas) Weis, Rudolf M. (Kelly) Garcia Jr., all of Hutchinson; sisters, Henrietta Cavillo of Hutchinson, Martha Gomez of Newton; 9 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; son-in-law Charles Eldredge; two brothers; and five sisters.Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Monday, April 10, 2023, followed by Mass of the Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., both at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple St, South Hutchinson, with father Eric M. Weldon officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Friends may call Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. with family present from 5-7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or Hospice House of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Ofelia “Faye” (Rodriguez) Garcia |1929-2023|

Leora ‘Lee’ Faye Hard, 83, of Hutchinson, KS, entered into the kingdom of Heaven, amid much rejoicing by those gone on before, on April 4, 2023, breaking free from the chains of dementia.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was born on December 26, 1939, to Lloyd and Ethel Smith in Arion, Iowa.&nbsp; Leora graduated from Dow City Area Community High School in 1958.

After graduation, she went to work for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company.&nbsp; Leora later worked as a bookkeeper and secretary for Underground Vaults and Storage in Hutchinson, KS, where she worked for 36 years, retiring in 2003. &nbsp; She began her employment in the mine 650’ underground, and ended her career at the corporate offices on Halstead Street.&nbsp; Leora’s picture hangs in the present-day Strataca Underground Salt Museum.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

After attending school together for many years, she finally caught the eye of Darrell B. Hard who offered her a ride home, and the rest is beautiful history! &nbsp; Darrell and Leora were married in Carroll, Iowa, on June 21, 1963.&nbsp; They moved to Hutchinson, KS in 1964.&nbsp; &nbsp; Leora and Darrell were blessed with a son, Darren (Christy) Hard and daughter, Monie (Bill) Arnett.&nbsp; Her family continued to grow with two granddaughters, Jordan Brooke (Tyler) Davis and Madison Lee (Brett) Arnett, one grandson, Justin Alan (Acelee) Hard, and four great- grandchildren, Liani, Lincoln, and Graham Davis, and Liylah Arnett.&nbsp;

Leora was actively involved with her family and her community.&nbsp; She was a member of the USD 313 School Board from 1982-84 and served as the treasurer of Rural Water District #4 for over 30 years.&nbsp; Leora belonged to the Women of the Moose Chapter #1371, Hutchinson, serving as the Sr. Regent and Deputy Grand Regent for Kansas in 1998-99.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was a member of Silver Leaf Chapter #464, Order of the Eastern Star, for 38 years. &nbsp; Leora was a Methodist her entire life, and faithfully attended First United Methodist Church of Hutchinson since moving to Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

She is survived by her devoted husband of nearly 60 years, Darrell, and all of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, all of the Hutchinson and the surrounding area, as well as sister-in-law, Lois Thompson, and brothers-in-law, Burdette Hard of Iowa and Harold Singbeil of Nevada.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at First United Methodist Church, 101 E. 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, KS, with the Reverend Kent H. Little officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Fairlawn Burial Park.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, April 10, 2023, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Leora ‘Lee’ Faye Hard, 83, of Hutchinson, KS, entered into the kingdom of Heaven, amid much rejoicing by those gone on before, on April 4, 2023, breaking free from the chains of dementia.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on December 26, 1939, to Lloyd and Ethel Smith in Arion, Iowa.&nbsp; Leora graduated from Dow City Area Community High School in 1958.After graduation, she went to work for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company.&nbsp; Leora later worked as a bookkeeper and secretary for Underground Vaults and Storage in Hutchinson, KS, where she worked for 36 years, retiring in 2003. &nbsp; She began her employment in the mine 650’ underground, and ended her career at the corporate offices on Halstead Street.&nbsp; Leora’s picture hangs in the present-day Strataca Underground Salt Museum.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;After attending school together for many years, she finally caught the eye of Darrell B. Hard who offered her a ride home, and the rest is beautiful history! &nbsp; Darrell and Leora were married in Carroll, Iowa, on June 21, 1963.&nbsp; They moved to Hutchinson, KS in 1964.&nbsp; &nbsp; Leora and Darrell were blessed with a son, Darren (Christy) Hard and daughter, Monie (Bill) Arnett.&nbsp; Her family continued to grow with two granddaughters, Jordan Brooke (Tyler) Davis and Madison Lee (Brett) Arnett, one grandson, Justin Alan (Acelee) Hard, and four great- grandchildren, Liani, Lincoln, and Graham Davis, and Liylah Arnett.&nbsp;Leora was actively involved with her family and her community.&nbsp; She was a member of the USD 313 School Board from 1982-84 and served as the treasurer of Rural Water District #4 for over 30 years.&nbsp; Leora belonged to the Women of the Moose Chapter #1371, Hutchinson, serving as the Sr. Regent and Deputy Grand Regent for Kansas in 1998-99.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was a member of Silver Leaf Chapter #464, Order of the Eastern Star, for 38 years. &nbsp; Leora was a Methodist her entire life, and faithfully attended First United Methodist Church of Hutchinson since moving to Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She is survived by her devoted husband of nearly 60 years, Darrell, and all of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, all of the Hutchinson and the surrounding area, as well as sister-in-law, Lois Thompson, and brothers-in-law, Burdette Hard of Iowa and Harold Singbeil of Nevada.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at First United Methodist Church, 101 E. 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, KS, with the Reverend Kent H. Little officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Fairlawn Burial Park.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, April 10, 2023, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Leora F. Hard Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Leora ‘Lee’ Faye Hard |1939-2023|

Sandra Joan “Sandy” McKown, 75, died Jan. 27, 2023, at Hospice House.&nbsp; She was born Feb. 27, 1947, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Lee T. and Dorothy (Shores) Moore.

Sandy was a lifetime Hutchinson resident, a 1965 graduate of Hutchinson High School and a retired bookkeeper at Good Samaritan Village.

She is survived by: son, Scott Galemore (Jeanie) of Goessel, KS; daughter Mindy Geist (Derek) of Edmond, OK; brother, Ron Moore (Bernice) of Hutchinson, KS; 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded by in death by her parents.

A Celebration of Life Service will be 11:00 am, Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the South Hutchinson Community Center, 101 W. Ave. “C”, South Hutchinson, KS.

In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Hospice of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, 67501.

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 </figure>Sandra Joan “Sandy” McKown, 75, died Jan. 27, 2023, at Hospice House.&nbsp; She was born Feb. 27, 1947, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Lee T. and Dorothy (Shores) Moore.Sandy was a lifetime Hutchinson resident, a 1965 graduate of Hutchinson High School and a retired bookkeeper at Good Samaritan Village.She is survived by: son, Scott Galemore (Jeanie) of Goessel, KS; daughter Mindy Geist (Derek) of Edmond, OK; brother, Ron Moore (Bernice) of Hutchinson, KS; 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.She was preceded by in death by her parents.A Celebration of Life Service will be 11:00 am, Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the South Hutchinson Community Center, 101 W. Ave. “C”, South Hutchinson, KS.In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Hospice of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, 67501.

Sandra Joan “Sandy” McKown |1947-2023|

Kyle Jacob Sisson, 38, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at his home.&nbsp;

Kyle was born on May 16, 1984, in McPherson, KS, the son of James Randal and Helen Ludwena (Gruenbacher) Sisson.&nbsp; He graduated from Spearville High School in 2003 and attended Hutchinson Community College on a track scholarship.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the Navy Seabees and served his country for seven years.&nbsp; Kyle was currently enrolled as a fulltime student at McPherson College.&nbsp;

Survivors include: his three children, Adia, Haley, and William Sisson of Hutchinson, KS; parents, Jim &amp; Helen Sisson of McPherson, KS; siblings, Jeremy Sisson (Briana) of Orlando, FL, Adam Sisson (Val) of San Antonio, TX, and Erica Harris (Josh) of Port Orchard, WA; nieces &amp; nephews, Kalena Sisson, Emerson Sisson, Ethan Sisson, and Lily Harris; aunts &amp; uncles, Bobbie Hokr (Randy) of Bella Vista, AR, Rhonda Menard (Galen) of McPherson, KS, Rita Robben (Dennis) of Andale, KS, Ed Gruenbacher (Debbie) of Colwich, KS, Jane Radatz (Ed) of Lindsborg, KS, Theresa Simon (Duane) of Manhattan, KS, Evelyn Osner&nbsp; (Albert) of Conway Springs, KS, Herb Dick of Mount Hope, KS, and Dave Seiwert of Conway Springs, KS; and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by grandparents, Louis &amp; Cathryn Gruenbacher and Bob &amp; Lois Sisson, and two aunts, Doris Dick and Mary Seiwert.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, April 12, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at Empire Cemetery, Galva.

Memorial donations may be payable to James Sisson for the benefit of Kyle’s children’s education fund 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>Kyle Jacob Sisson, 38, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at his home.&nbsp;Kyle was born on May 16, 1984, in McPherson, KS, the son of James Randal and Helen Ludwena (Gruenbacher) Sisson.&nbsp; He graduated from Spearville High School in 2003 and attended Hutchinson Community College on a track scholarship.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the Navy Seabees and served his country for seven years.&nbsp; Kyle was currently enrolled as a fulltime student at McPherson College.&nbsp;Survivors include: his three children, Adia, Haley, and William Sisson of Hutchinson, KS; parents, Jim &amp; Helen Sisson of McPherson, KS; siblings, Jeremy Sisson (Briana) of Orlando, FL, Adam Sisson (Val) of San Antonio, TX, and Erica Harris (Josh) of Port Orchard, WA; nieces &amp; nephews, Kalena Sisson, Emerson Sisson, Ethan Sisson, and Lily Harris; aunts &amp; uncles, Bobbie Hokr (Randy) of Bella Vista, AR, Rhonda Menard (Galen) of McPherson, KS, Rita Robben (Dennis) of Andale, KS, Ed Gruenbacher (Debbie) of Colwich, KS, Jane Radatz (Ed) of Lindsborg, KS, Theresa Simon (Duane) of Manhattan, KS, Evelyn Osner&nbsp; (Albert) of Conway Springs, KS, Herb Dick of Mount Hope, KS, and Dave Seiwert of Conway Springs, KS; and many cousins.He was preceded in death by grandparents, Louis &amp; Cathryn Gruenbacher and Bob &amp; Lois Sisson, and two aunts, Doris Dick and Mary Seiwert.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, April 12, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at Empire Cemetery, Galva.Memorial donations may be payable to James Sisson for the benefit of Kyle’s children’s education fund 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>.

Kyle Jacob Sisson |1984-2023|

Donald Gale Gillock, 83, formerly of South Hutchinson, passed away April 3, 2023 in his home in Lawrence, with his family by his side. He was born May 7, 1939, in Nickerson, to George and Esther (Moore) Gillock.

Don graduated from Nickerson High School in 1958. He was a welder and retired from Hesston Corporation in 2001 after 27 years of service. Don had previously worked at Superior Boiler Works in Hutchinson. In 1964, he married Elizabeth Ann Calcote, She preceded him death. Don was also preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his son Eric (Hilary) Gillock; daughter Molly Thomas; four grandchildren; and brother John Gillock. Don was an avid fisherman and loved to hunt. He shot competition trap, skeet, and sporting clays for many years and won a multitude of trophies and awards. In his later years Don enjoyed fishing, metal detecting, hunting for antlers, and crafted many beautiful walking sticks and canes out of cedar.Don was a member of the NRA, ACA, KTA, and NSCA.

Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary, with the family present from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023.&nbsp; Please come to pay your respects and share stories or times shared with Don.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Visiting Nurses Association Hospice, Lawrence, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Donald Gale Gillock, 83, formerly of South Hutchinson, passed away April 3, 2023 in his home in Lawrence, with his family by his side. He was born May 7, 1939, in Nickerson, to George and Esther (Moore) Gillock.Don graduated from Nickerson High School in 1958. He was a welder and retired from Hesston Corporation in 2001 after 27 years of service. Don had previously worked at Superior Boiler Works in Hutchinson. In 1964, he married Elizabeth Ann Calcote, She preceded him death. Don was also preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his son Eric (Hilary) Gillock; daughter Molly Thomas; four grandchildren; and brother John Gillock. Don was an avid fisherman and loved to hunt. He shot competition trap, skeet, and sporting clays for many years and won a multitude of trophies and awards. In his later years Don enjoyed fishing, metal detecting, hunting for antlers, and crafted many beautiful walking sticks and canes out of cedar.Don was a member of the NRA, ACA, KTA, and NSCA.Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary, with the family present from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023.&nbsp; Please come to pay your respects and share stories or times shared with Don.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Visiting Nurses Association Hospice, Lawrence, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Donald Gale Gillock |1939-2023|

Stephen R. Williams, 81, of Newton, Kansas died on Monday, April 3, 2023. Steve was born on January 4, 1941 in Wellington, Kansas to Leonard and Opal Williams.

Steve grew up in Wellington, Kansas where he graduated from Wellington High School in May 1960. &nbsp;He went on and attended Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia and graduated in 1964 with a BS in Education. While in college, Steve met his wife, Cheryl, through a blind date. They were married on June 28, 1964 in El Dorado, Kansas.

Steve and Cheryl made their home in Salina, Kansas next door to Harold and Florence Eisenhauer. The Eisenhauers’ became like another set of parents to them. Marci was born in 1969 and in 1971, Marc joined the family. While living in Salina, Steve taught English at Salina High School while pursuing his Masters in School Administration from Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. &nbsp;He graduated with a MS in School Administration in August of 1969. In 1971, Steve became Assistant Principal/Activities Director at Salina High School South.

The family moved to Newton in 1976 when Steve became Principal at Newton High School. In 1980, he changed his career and worked at Hesston Corporation holding various positions. In 1990, Steve was called to return to education and became principal at Salina High School Central.&nbsp; He held that position for eleven years until he retired. In the summer of 2001, Steve and Cheryl moved back to Newton where they have made their home since. &nbsp;Steve held many retirement jobs, but he was most proud of his time serving as a consultant for the Kansas Health Foundation.

Steve was also honored to be a member of the Army Reserves from 1967-1976. He chose the Reserves because they had an opening, and he was accepted. He was sent into active duty in 1968 for 5 months.

Steve was a proud alumnus of Emporia State University, formerly known as the Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. Steve gave many of his years to the University serving on the Alumni Board and the Emporia State Foundation Board of Trustees.&nbsp; Steve was honored to be Chair of the Foundation from 2015-2017.

He enjoyed golfing, playing cards with friends, yard work, grilling and was an avid reader. He enjoyed watching his Red Sox and KU basketball, but never forget to cheer on the KSU Wildcats, because all his grandkids attended college there.&nbsp; His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he loved spending time with them.&nbsp;

Steve was preceded in death by his parents and Harold and Florence Eisenhauer.

Steve is survived by his wife of 58 years, Cheryl, his two children, Marci (Doug) Brenneman of Newton, Kansas and Marc (Kari) of Spring Hill, Kansas; five grandchildren, Katie (Jarrett) Whitson, Max Brenneman and Isabel (Hunter Willyard) Williams. Steve is also survived by his brother, Duane, of Wellington, Kansas.

Condolences may be sent to Peterson Funeral Home in Newton. Memorials may be made to the Stephen R. and Cheryl S. Williams Scholarship at Emporia State University or Trinity Heights United Methodist Church of Newton.

A service to celebrate the life of Steve Williams will be Saturday, April 8, 2023 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. &nbsp;A luncheon will follow the ceremony.

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 </figure>Stephen R. Williams, 81, of Newton, Kansas died on Monday, April 3, 2023. Steve was born on January 4, 1941 in Wellington, Kansas to Leonard and Opal Williams.Steve grew up in Wellington, Kansas where he graduated from Wellington High School in May 1960. &nbsp;He went on and attended Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia and graduated in 1964 with a BS in Education. While in college, Steve met his wife, Cheryl, through a blind date. They were married on June 28, 1964 in El Dorado, Kansas.Steve and Cheryl made their home in Salina, Kansas next door to Harold and Florence Eisenhauer. The Eisenhauers’ became like another set of parents to them. Marci was born in 1969 and in 1971, Marc joined the family. While living in Salina, Steve taught English at Salina High School while pursuing his Masters in School Administration from Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. &nbsp;He graduated with a MS in School Administration in August of 1969. In 1971, Steve became Assistant Principal/Activities Director at Salina High School South.The family moved to Newton in 1976 when Steve became Principal at Newton High School. In 1980, he changed his career and worked at Hesston Corporation holding various positions. In 1990, Steve was called to return to education and became principal at Salina High School Central.&nbsp; He held that position for eleven years until he retired. In the summer of 2001, Steve and Cheryl moved back to Newton where they have made their home since. &nbsp;Steve held many retirement jobs, but he was most proud of his time serving as a consultant for the Kansas Health Foundation.Steve was also honored to be a member of the Army Reserves from 1967-1976. He chose the Reserves because they had an opening, and he was accepted. He was sent into active duty in 1968 for 5 months.Steve was a proud alumnus of Emporia State University, formerly known as the Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. Steve gave many of his years to the University serving on the Alumni Board and the Emporia State Foundation Board of Trustees.&nbsp; Steve was honored to be Chair of the Foundation from 2015-2017.He enjoyed golfing, playing cards with friends, yard work, grilling and was an avid reader. He enjoyed watching his Red Sox and KU basketball, but never forget to cheer on the KSU Wildcats, because all his grandkids attended college there.&nbsp; His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he loved spending time with them.&nbsp;Steve was preceded in death by his parents and Harold and Florence Eisenhauer.Steve is survived by his wife of 58 years, Cheryl, his two children, Marci (Doug) Brenneman of Newton, Kansas and Marc (Kari) of Spring Hill, Kansas; five grandchildren, Katie (Jarrett) Whitson, Max Brenneman and Isabel (Hunter Willyard) Williams. Steve is also survived by his brother, Duane, of Wellington, Kansas.Condolences may be sent to Peterson Funeral Home in Newton. Memorials may be made to the Stephen R. and Cheryl S. Williams Scholarship at Emporia State University or Trinity Heights United Methodist Church of Newton.A service to celebrate the life of Steve Williams will be Saturday, April 8, 2023 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. &nbsp;A luncheon will follow the ceremony.

Stephen R. Williams |1941-2023|

Helen Louise Boody Sawyer died on Friday, March 24, 2023, at Botkin Care and Rehab in Wellington, Kansas.

Mrs.
 Sawyer was born January 31, 1933, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Wilmer 
Walborn Boody and Charlotte “Ruth” Hamilton Boody. As a youth, she spent 
her years in Kansas, Missouri, Utah, Pennsylvania and Colorado.  She 
was a graduate of Canon City High School, Canon City, Colorado. She also
 attended Phillips University in Enid, Oklahoma, and Manhattan Christian 
College in Manhattan, Kansas.

On May 29, 1952, Helen married the 
love of her life, Porter “Eugene” Sawyer in Enid, Oklahoma.  She was a 
stay-at-home mom while living in Colorado.   She sold Avon, babysat in 
the home, sang in various church choirs, taught Sunday School, and was a
 Den Mother for Cub Scouts.  Once the Sawyer family had relocated to 
South Haven, in 1975, from Colorado, Helen went to work at Wheatland 
Lodge Nursing Home as a Certified Nurse Assistant, a Certified Medical 
Aide, and Social Services Director.  She retired from South Haven Guest 
Home (formerly Wheatland Lodge) after 28 years of service. Helen loved 
to knit and crochet, and lovingly gave away what she had created.  Many 
babies wore the baby booties that she had completed.

Helen is 
survived by her youngest brother, Dale Boody; four children: Charles 
(Loveda) Sawyer of Miles City, Montana; Robert Sawyer of Hutchinson, 
Kansas; David (Yvonne) Sawyer of Hutchinson, Kansas; Linda (Rick) Evans 
of Yates Center, Kansas. 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren 
with one on the way. Also surviving is brother-in-law, Jack Garrison, 
and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her 
husband of 69 years, Porter Eugene Sawyer, her parents, and two 
brothers: Howard Boody and Elwin Boody.

A Celebration of Life will
 be held on Friday, June 2, 2023, in South Haven, KS at the Christian 
Church, with internment to follow at the Rose Hill Cemetery, South 
Haven, KS. Family asks that you wear purple, yellow or pink, as they 
are Helen’s favorite colors.

A memorial fund has been established 
with the First Christian Church for the Heating and Air Conditioning 
Fund, 123 West 9th Street, Wellington, KS 67152 or Good Shepherd Hospice
 505 East 16th Street, Wellington, KS 67152.

Share a memory, leave condolences, or sign her digital tribute wall at www.cornejofuneralhome.com.

Arrangements by Cornejo Funeral Home + Crematory, 1030 Mission Road, Wellington, Kansas.

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 </figure>Helen Louise Boody Sawyer died on Friday, March 24, 2023, at Botkin Care and Rehab in Wellington, Kansas.Mrs.
 Sawyer was born January 31, 1933, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Wilmer 
Walborn Boody and Charlotte “Ruth” Hamilton Boody. As a youth, she spent 
her years in Kansas, Missouri, Utah, Pennsylvania and Colorado. She 
was a graduate of Canon City High School, Canon City, Colorado. She also
 attended Phillips University in Enid, Oklahoma, and Manhattan Christian 
College in Manhattan, Kansas.On May 29, 1952, Helen married the 
love of her life, Porter “Eugene” Sawyer in Enid, Oklahoma. She was a 
stay-at-home mom while living in Colorado. She sold Avon, babysat in 
the home, sang in various church choirs, taught Sunday School, and was a
 Den Mother for Cub Scouts. Once the Sawyer family had relocated to 
South Haven, in 1975, from Colorado, Helen went to work at Wheatland 
Lodge Nursing Home as a Certified Nurse Assistant, a Certified Medical 
Aide, and Social Services Director. She retired from South Haven Guest 
Home (formerly Wheatland Lodge) after 28 years of service. Helen loved 
to knit and crochet, and lovingly gave away what she had created. Many 
babies wore the baby booties that she had completed.Helen is 
survived by her youngest brother, Dale Boody; four children: Charles 
(Loveda) Sawyer of Miles City, Montana; Robert Sawyer of Hutchinson, 
Kansas; David (Yvonne) Sawyer of Hutchinson, Kansas; Linda (Rick) Evans 
of Yates Center, Kansas. 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren 
with one on the way. Also surviving is brother-in-law, Jack Garrison, 
and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her 
husband of 69 years, Porter Eugene Sawyer, her parents, and two 
brothers: Howard Boody and Elwin Boody.A Celebration of Life will
 be held on Friday, June 2, 2023, in South Haven, KS at the Christian 
Church, with internment to follow at the Rose Hill Cemetery, South 
Haven, KS. Family asks that you wear purple, yellow or pink, as they 
are Helen’s favorite colors.A memorial fund has been established 
with the First Christian Church for the Heating and Air Conditioning 
Fund, 123 West 9th Street, Wellington, KS 67152 or Good Shepherd Hospice
 505 East 16th Street, Wellington, KS 67152.Share a memory, leave condolences, or sign her digital tribute wall at www.cornejofuneralhome.com.Arrangements by Cornejo Funeral Home + Crematory, 1030 Mission Road, Wellington, Kansas.

Helen Louise Sawyer |1933-2023|

Betty L. Reinert, age 95, of Hester Care Center, passed peacefully March 31, 2023, at Hospice House.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was born March 23, 1928, in Redfield, Iowa, to Clair and Effie (Kisling) Miller.&nbsp;

Betty graduated from high school in Redfield, IA. She and her husband, Carroll, moved to&nbsp;Hutchinson from Wichita, Kansas in 1960. &nbsp;&nbsp;Betty was the most loving, generous, and gracious person! She was a selfless caregiver for her husband for many years while he was ill. Betty was&nbsp;a fantastic cook and baker, wonderful homemaker, and enjoyed playing bridge and bingo.&nbsp;Betty was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, UANDI Study Club, and the Hutchinson Hospital Auxiliary. In addition, she was a Sunday school teacher and Brownie leader.&nbsp;

On August 24, 1947, Betty married Carroll D. Reinert, in Redfield, Iowa. He passed away in&nbsp;November of 2014. They enjoyed 67 years of marriage.&nbsp;

Betty is survived by: daughters, Patty Bass of Hutchinson; Ellen (Roger) Shook of Lakewood,&nbsp;CO: grandchildren, Courtney Shook and Travis Shook of Wheat Ridge, CO; Jeremy&nbsp;Bass of Hutchinson; and sisters, Joann Heldenbrand and Jeannette Clark of Iowa.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Dean Miller, Donald Miller, and&nbsp;Jerry Miller; and son-in-law, David Bass.&nbsp;

To honor Betty's wishes, there will be no services.&nbsp;

Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or to the Hazel (Reinert) Collier Employee Scholarship Fund at Wesley Towers, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Betty L. Reinert, age 95, of Hester Care Center, passed peacefully March 31, 2023, at Hospice House.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was born March 23, 1928, in Redfield, Iowa, to Clair and Effie (Kisling) Miller.&nbsp;Betty graduated from high school in Redfield, IA. She and her husband, Carroll, moved to&nbsp;Hutchinson from Wichita, Kansas in 1960. &nbsp;&nbsp;Betty was the most loving, generous, and gracious person! She was a selfless caregiver for her husband for many years while he was ill. Betty was&nbsp;a fantastic cook and baker, wonderful homemaker, and enjoyed playing bridge and bingo.&nbsp;Betty was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, UANDI Study Club, and the Hutchinson Hospital Auxiliary. In addition, she was a Sunday school teacher and Brownie leader.&nbsp;On August 24, 1947, Betty married Carroll D. Reinert, in Redfield, Iowa. He passed away in&nbsp;November of 2014. They enjoyed 67 years of marriage.&nbsp;Betty is survived by: daughters, Patty Bass of Hutchinson; Ellen (Roger) Shook of Lakewood,&nbsp;CO: grandchildren, Courtney Shook and Travis Shook of Wheat Ridge, CO; Jeremy&nbsp;Bass of Hutchinson; and sisters, Joann Heldenbrand and Jeannette Clark of Iowa.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Dean Miller, Donald Miller, and&nbsp;Jerry Miller; and son-in-law, David Bass.&nbsp;To honor Betty's wishes, there will be no services.&nbsp;Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or to the Hazel (Reinert) Collier Employee Scholarship Fund at Wesley Towers, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Betty L. Reinert |1928-2023|

Shirley Ann Smith, age 74, passed on Saturday, April 1st&nbsp;2023 in Wichita, Kansas. She was born in Valley Center Kansas to Albert “Fuzzy” and Lucille (Carnahan) Fielding. Shirley was a lifelong resident of Valley Center, she attended Valley Center schools and was a member of the 1966 graduating class. 

After graduating from high school Shirley accepted a position at Koch Industrials within the clerical department where she would meet her future lifelong husband Charles Smith. They would be married 51 years this month. After graduating and creating a career Shirley enjoyed long summer drives in her 1966 mustang that she was able to buy off the show room floor. Later, in life Shirley would continue to work within the admin clerical fields in medical offices as Office Admin/Managers as well as spend several years prior working with special needs children as a para-professional for the Valley Center School District. Shirley loved flowers, home decor and all of God’s animal. She went on to spend many of her springtime hours in the garden up to her elbows in dirt planting new flowers and working hard to make sure her home had colorful curb appeal.&nbsp;

She is proceeded in death by her parents Albert and Lucille Fielding, brothers James” Jimmy” &nbsp;Fielding and Ron Fielding.

Shirley is survived by her husband Charles Smith, daughter Tammy Swanson, son Chris (Kalise) Smith, sisters Mary Lou Stevens and Janet Overman, granddaughter Hailey Smith, grandson Ethan Smith, granddaughter Breanna Thompson, other family and friends.

Visitation for Shirley will be held 5-7 p.m., Monday, April 10 and Service 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 11, both held at Grace Connections, 300 N. Ash, Valley Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Graveside will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Sedgwick, Kansas.

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

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 </figure>Shirley Ann Smith, age 74, passed on Saturday, April 1st&nbsp;2023 in Wichita, Kansas. She was born in Valley Center Kansas to Albert “Fuzzy” and Lucille (Carnahan) Fielding. Shirley was a lifelong resident of Valley Center, she attended Valley Center schools and was a member of the 1966 graduating class. After graduating from high school Shirley accepted a position at Koch Industrials within the clerical department where she would meet her future lifelong husband Charles Smith. They would be married 51 years this month. After graduating and creating a career Shirley enjoyed long summer drives in her 1966 mustang that she was able to buy off the show room floor. Later, in life Shirley would continue to work within the admin clerical fields in medical offices as Office Admin/Managers as well as spend several years prior working with special needs children as a para-professional for the Valley Center School District. Shirley loved flowers, home decor and all of God’s animal. She went on to spend many of her springtime hours in the garden up to her elbows in dirt planting new flowers and working hard to make sure her home had colorful curb appeal.&nbsp;She is proceeded in death by her parents Albert and Lucille Fielding, brothers James” Jimmy” &nbsp;Fielding and Ron Fielding.Shirley is survived by her husband Charles Smith, daughter Tammy Swanson, son Chris (Kalise) Smith, sisters Mary Lou Stevens and Janet Overman, granddaughter Hailey Smith, grandson Ethan Smith, granddaughter Breanna Thompson, other family and friends.Visitation for Shirley will be held 5-7 p.m., Monday, April 10 and Service 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 11, both held at Grace Connections, 300 N. Ash, Valley Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Graveside will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Sedgwick, Kansas.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Shirley Ann Smith |2023|

Millie Rose Hein, age 78, of Newton, Kansas, went home to the Lord on April 2, 2023, peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 26, 1944, in Lawrence, Kansas, she was the daughter of Lewis and Dorothy Higgins, and sister to Sonny Higgins, all of whom preceded her in death.

Millie was a devoted mother and grandmother who cherished spending time with her family, making memories that will be treasured forever. She had three children, Michael, Robin, and Patricia, with her former husband Gerald (Jerry) Collins. In 1975, she found the love of her life and soulmate, Manfred Hein, whom she was married to for 46 wonderful years.

Throughout her life, Millie worked in many different jobs, but her favorite was serving as a telemetry technician at Newton Medical Center, where she worked for 25 years until retirement in 2020. Her true passion in life, however, was serving Christ and being an active member of First Church of God in Newton. She led youth groups, the pioneer club, crafts and the prayer chain, and was known for her unwavering faith and devotion.

Millie will always be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and positive spirit. She had a heart of gold and was loved by everyone who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Manfred Hein; her children, Michael (Ian) Collins, Robin (Russell) Stewart, and Patricia Laird; her grandchildren, Melissa (Mark) Antonaccio, Zoe (Matt) Wennberg, Zachary (Sarahfae) Collins, Linsey (Jonathan) Foth, Hunter Collins, Levi Laird, Brandon Birzer, Demi Collins, and Tiffany (Shawn) Walker; and great-grandchildren, Ruxson, Harper, Makenzie, Zendaya, Karter, Danielle, Lila, Landry, Ruby, Elijah, and Karma. She is also survived by her sister, Linda (Larry) Weliver; other to mention, Jody (Mike) Sutherland, Tammie (Paul) Laird Pendleton, and numerous other family members and dear friends.

A visitation and service will be held on April 8, 2023, at the First Church of God in Newton, KS. The visitation will be from 9am – 10, followed by service from 10am-11am. Memorial contributions can be made in lieu of flowers to the First Church of God, in honor of Millie’s dedication to her faith and church community. Millie’s memory will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

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 </figure>Millie Rose Hein, age 78, of Newton, Kansas, went home to the Lord on April 2, 2023, peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 26, 1944, in Lawrence, Kansas, she was the daughter of Lewis and Dorothy Higgins, and sister to Sonny Higgins, all of whom preceded her in death.Millie was a devoted mother and grandmother who cherished spending time with her family, making memories that will be treasured forever. She had three children, Michael, Robin, and Patricia, with her former husband Gerald (Jerry) Collins. In 1975, she found the love of her life and soulmate, Manfred Hein, whom she was married to for 46 wonderful years.Throughout her life, Millie worked in many different jobs, but her favorite was serving as a telemetry technician at Newton Medical Center, where she worked for 25 years until retirement in 2020. Her true passion in life, however, was serving Christ and being an active member of First Church of God in Newton. She led youth groups, the pioneer club, crafts and the prayer chain, and was known for her unwavering faith and devotion.Millie will always be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and positive spirit. She had a heart of gold and was loved by everyone who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Manfred Hein; her children, Michael (Ian) Collins, Robin (Russell) Stewart, and Patricia Laird; her grandchildren, Melissa (Mark) Antonaccio, Zoe (Matt) Wennberg, Zachary (Sarahfae) Collins, Linsey (Jonathan) Foth, Hunter Collins, Levi Laird, Brandon Birzer, Demi Collins, and Tiffany (Shawn) Walker; and great-grandchildren, Ruxson, Harper, Makenzie, Zendaya, Karter, Danielle, Lila, Landry, Ruby, Elijah, and Karma. She is also survived by her sister, Linda (Larry) Weliver; other to mention, Jody (Mike) Sutherland, Tammie (Paul) Laird Pendleton, and numerous other family members and dear friends.A visitation and service will be held on April 8, 2023, at the First Church of God in Newton, KS. The visitation will be from 9am – 10, followed by service from 10am-11am. Memorial contributions can be made in lieu of flowers to the First Church of God, in honor of Millie’s dedication to her faith and church community. Millie’s memory will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Millie Rose Hein |1944-2023|

Suzanne "Suzy" F. Wilcox, 65, of Paola, KS, passed away April 2, 2023,&nbsp; at the University of Kansas Hospital after a several year battle with 
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease).

Suzy was born on November 
8, 1957, to George Frolik and Eileen (Churchill) Frolik Spears. Suzy 
attended and graduated from Osawatomie High School in 1976. She attended
 Washburn University for one year, and then transferred and graduated 
from Kansas State University in 1979 with her bachelor’s degree in Early
 Childhood Education. She then furthered her education and earned a 
master's degree in Special Education from the University of Kansas.

She
 married Arlen Wilcox of Paola on July 28, 1979. They made their home in
 Paola. They had three children Clint, Emily, and Mallory.

After
 graduation, she began her teaching career in Paola at Lakemary Center, 
then taught in the Olathe School District for many years, and ended her 
career teaching in Paola School District 368, before retiring in 2018. 
She was awarded the Paola School District Elementary Teacher of the Year
 in 2016. Her students knew her as Miss Suzy. Teaching was her passion 
and she had a tremendous impact on many students’ lives. She was loved 
by many of her former students and their families. She served children 
in many capacities whether it was teaching at school, teaching Sunday 
School and Vacation Bible School, serving on the Autism Support team for
 the local special education cooperative and supporting other teachers; 
she truly loved what she did. 

Suzy had many interests.
 Her Irish ancestry was important to her, as was her passions of 
gardening, antiquing, traveling, her K-State Wildcats, and spending time
 with her grandchildren and grand dogs. She was a member of the First 
Presbyterian Church of Osawatomie and served on many committees and 
volunteered whenever she could.

Suzy was preceded in death by her parents. 

She
 is survived by her husband Arlen; son Clint (Shannon) Wilcox of Forney,
 Texas; daughters Emily (Jeff) Reece of Hutchinson, Kansas and Mallory 
(Brad) Green of Paola, Kansas;  grandchildren Parker Wilcox and Madelyn,
 Olivia, and Collin Green; her brother Richard Frolik of Overland Park, 
Kansas; sister-in-law Bonnie (Allen) McKoon; and a niece and nephew.

Family
 and friends are encouraged to post their memories and condolences on 
Suzy's tribute wall by clicking on the share a memory tab.

Memorial Contributions can be made to The ALS Association - Mid- America Chapter.

Click <a href="https://www.dengelmortuary.com/obituaries/Suzanne-Suzy-Wilcox?obId=27636432#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Suzanne "Suzy" F. Wilcox, 65, of Paola, KS, passed away April 2, 2023,&nbsp; at the University of Kansas Hospital after a several year battle with 
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease).Suzy was born on November 
8, 1957, to George Frolik and Eileen (Churchill) Frolik Spears. Suzy 
attended and graduated from Osawatomie High School in 1976. She attended
 Washburn University for one year, and then transferred and graduated 
from Kansas State University in 1979 with her bachelor’s degree in Early
 Childhood Education. She then furthered her education and earned a 
master's degree in Special Education from the University of Kansas.She
 married Arlen Wilcox of Paola on July 28, 1979. They made their home in
 Paola. They had three children Clint, Emily, and Mallory.After
 graduation, she began her teaching career in Paola at Lakemary Center, 
then taught in the Olathe School District for many years, and ended her 
career teaching in Paola School District 368, before retiring in 2018. 
She was awarded the Paola School District Elementary Teacher of the Year
 in 2016. Her students knew her as Miss Suzy. Teaching was her passion 
and she had a tremendous impact on many students’ lives. She was loved 
by many of her former students and their families. She served children 
in many capacities whether it was teaching at school, teaching Sunday 
School and Vacation Bible School, serving on the Autism Support team for
 the local special education cooperative and supporting other teachers; 
she truly loved what she did. Suzy had many interests.
 Her Irish ancestry was important to her, as was her passions of 
gardening, antiquing, traveling, her K-State Wildcats, and spending time
 with her grandchildren and grand dogs. She was a member of the First 
Presbyterian Church of Osawatomie and served on many committees and 
volunteered whenever she could.Suzy was preceded in death by her parents. She
 is survived by her husband Arlen; son Clint (Shannon) Wilcox of Forney,
 Texas; daughters Emily (Jeff) Reece of Hutchinson, Kansas and Mallory 
(Brad) Green of Paola, Kansas; grandchildren Parker Wilcox and Madelyn,
 Olivia, and Collin Green; her brother Richard Frolik of Overland Park, 
Kansas; sister-in-law Bonnie (Allen) McKoon; and a niece and nephew.Family
 and friends are encouraged to post their memories and condolences on 
Suzy's tribute wall by clicking on the share a memory tab.Memorial Contributions can be made to The ALS Association - Mid- America Chapter.Click <a href="https://www.dengelmortuary.com/obituaries/Suzanne-Suzy-Wilcox?obId=27636432#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Suzanne 'Suzy' F. Wilcox |1957-2023|

Ralph Charles Pfenninger, 90, of Oklahoma City, OK, passed away on April 1, 2023. &nbsp;Ralph was born on November 10, 1932 to Alice Dicus and Ralph E. Pfenninger in Scott City, KS, spending his early years growing up on the farm. 
Ralph married the love of his life, Billee Jeanne Maxwell in 1949. The two spent the first five years of their marriage farming before moving to Hutchinson, KS to pursue what would be the start of a successful career in business. In that time the two had three children, Steve, Lewis, and Susan. Ralph and Billee Jeanne would go on to be married for 73 years, serving as a guidepost of love, trust, and stability for all who were lucky enough to witness their immense love for one another. 
Ralph and Billee Jeanne moved to Oklahoma City, OK in 1977 where he owned R&amp;L Texaco for nearly 30 years prior to retiring at age 62. Ralph spent his retired years volunteering for Provide-A-Ride for 17 years, logging nearly 5,000 hours taking people to doctor’s appointments and doing something he did best in all aspects of his life, providing thoughtful conversation and making people smile with his one-of-a-kind sense of humor. 
Ralph could often be found with a fishing pole in hand, hunting with family in Kansas, reading a book in his recliner or woodworking. A devoted husband and father, Ralph truly shined as the quintessential grandpa. He clocked countless hours supporting his grandchildren and great grandchildren at the ballfield, grandparents’ days at school, plays, giving wise words of wisdom like “bored people are boring people," and handing out the crispest dollar bills after a job well-done. 
Ralph was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Dicus, father, Ralph E. Pfenninger, stepmother, Mary Pfenninger, brother Walter Pfenninger, and sister Rose Marie Torson. 
He is survived by his loving wife, Billee Jeanne, sister Margaret Cook, son Steve Pfenninger, his wife Mary, son Lewis Pfenninger, and daughter Susan LeBegue. 
Ralph’s legacy is also survived by seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, Heather Rimmer (Reese &amp; Hudson), Sarah Halley and husband Josh (Nathan &amp; Kaitlyn), Stephanie Noel (Alyssa Bartlett and husband Blake, Jacob &amp; Kathryn), Jennifer LeBegue, Brian Pfenninger and wife Kristin (Story &amp; Thea), Michelle LeBegue, and Christina McCluskey and husband Joe (Carolyn &amp; Owen). 
Viewing will be held at Vondel L. Smith &amp; Son Mortuary, 13125 N. MacArthur Blvd., OKC 73142 on Wednesday, April 5th, from 4-8 PM. 
Services will be at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery Chapel, 7801 NW Expressway, OKC 73132 on Thursday, April 6th, at 11 AM. 
Floral arrangements through Morrison Floral &amp; Greenhouses, 4801 N. Meridian, OKC 73112.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Ralph Charles Pfenninger, 90, of Oklahoma City, OK, passed away on April 1, 2023. &nbsp;Ralph was born on November 10, 1932 to Alice Dicus and Ralph E. Pfenninger in Scott City, KS, spending his early years growing up on the farm. 
Ralph married the love of his life, Billee Jeanne Maxwell in 1949. The two spent the first five years of their marriage farming before moving to Hutchinson, KS to pursue what would be the start of a successful career in business. In that time the two had three children, Steve, Lewis, and Susan. Ralph and Billee Jeanne would go on to be married for 73 years, serving as a guidepost of love, trust, and stability for all who were lucky enough to witness their immense love for one another. 
Ralph and Billee Jeanne moved to Oklahoma City, OK in 1977 where he owned R&amp;L Texaco for nearly 30 years prior to retiring at age 62. Ralph spent his retired years volunteering for Provide-A-Ride for 17 years, logging nearly 5,000 hours taking people to doctor’s appointments and doing something he did best in all aspects of his life, providing thoughtful conversation and making people smile with his one-of-a-kind sense of humor. 
Ralph could often be found with a fishing pole in hand, hunting with family in Kansas, reading a book in his recliner or woodworking. A devoted husband and father, Ralph truly shined as the quintessential grandpa. He clocked countless hours supporting his grandchildren and great grandchildren at the ballfield, grandparents’ days at school, plays, giving wise words of wisdom like “bored people are boring people," and handing out the crispest dollar bills after a job well-done. 
Ralph was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Dicus, father, Ralph E. Pfenninger, stepmother, Mary Pfenninger, brother Walter Pfenninger, and sister Rose Marie Torson. 
He is survived by his loving wife, Billee Jeanne, sister Margaret Cook, son Steve Pfenninger, his wife Mary, son Lewis Pfenninger, and daughter Susan LeBegue. 
Ralph’s legacy is also survived by seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, Heather Rimmer (Reese &amp; Hudson), Sarah Halley and husband Josh (Nathan &amp; Kaitlyn), Stephanie Noel (Alyssa Bartlett and husband Blake, Jacob &amp; Kathryn), Jennifer LeBegue, Brian Pfenninger and wife Kristin (Story &amp; Thea), Michelle LeBegue, and Christina McCluskey and husband Joe (Carolyn &amp; Owen). 
Viewing will be held at Vondel L. Smith &amp; Son Mortuary, 13125 N. MacArthur Blvd., OKC 73142 on Wednesday, April 5th, from 4-8 PM. 
Services will be at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery Chapel, 7801 NW Expressway, OKC 73132 on Thursday, April 6th, at 11 AM. 
Floral arrangements through Morrison Floral &amp; Greenhouses, 4801 N. Meridian, OKC 73112.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Ralph Charles Pfenninger |1932-2023|

Anne Ruth 
Schroeder passed away on March 30, 2023, in Pocatello, ID. &nbsp;Anne was born
 on March 3, 1931, in Hutchinson, KS to Paul and Marie Esau Stucky. &nbsp;She 
was the third of five children and lived near Pretty Prairie, KS for 6 
years before moving to a farm near Inman, KS. &nbsp;Anne attended Welcome 
School which was a one room schoolhouse through 7th grade and then 
graduated from Inman High School in 1949, where she was very active in 
vocal music and band.

Anne attended Bethel College in North 
Newton, KS for one year where she met her future husband, William (Bill)
 Schroeder of American Falls, ID. &nbsp;She also continued her love for music
 at Bethel by singing and touring with their college chorale.

After college Anne taught grades 1 thru 8
 in a one room school near Whitewater, KS for a year. &nbsp;Bill would come 
help her light the stove on Sunday night, so the room would be warm the 
next day. Anne loved her time teaching and remembered her eleven 
students fondly.

Anne and Bill were married on May 1, 
1951, at Zoar Mennonite Church near Inman, KS. &nbsp;They left for Idaho the 
next day and began 72 years of married life on a ranch between American 
Falls and Aberdeen. &nbsp;Those early years involved lots of work including 
cooking for many hired men, but Anne always found time to be a fun and 
loving mother to their three children. &nbsp;She also was able to continue 
with her love of music, singing at many weddings, funerals, and church 
services. &nbsp;Anne was active throughout her married life at First 
Mennonite Church in Aberdeen as well as in the American Falls community.
 &nbsp;In 2018, Anne and Bill moved to Pocatello.

Anne was someone that embraced life. 
&nbsp;She had many interests and loved to learn new skills. &nbsp;If she didn’t 
know how to do something, she took lessons. &nbsp;She was an excellent 
seamstress and taught many young girls to sew through 4-H. &nbsp;She enjoyed 
golfing, making extensive scrap books, and traveling. &nbsp;Anne traveled 
throughout the United States with Bill and later visited several foreign
 countries. &nbsp;She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, 
and great grandchildren who all brought her much happiness.

For many years, Anne was a member of AF 
Sharps, Hobby Club, and PEO in American Falls and later in Pocatello. 
&nbsp;She treasured those friendships. &nbsp;One of her greatest joys was singing 
with the Camerata Singers of Pocatello for over 25 years touring in 
Great Britain, Scandinavia, Italy, and Germany. &nbsp;Anne also served on the
 Community Concert Board and the Idaho State Civic Symphony Board.&nbsp;

Preceding her in death were her parents,
 Paul and Marie, siblings, Paul Robert Stucky, Ruby Stude Christianson, 
Richard Stucky, and Kathryn Caffrey; brothers in laws, Kenneth Stude, 
Joe Caffrey, Kenneth Schroeder, Clarence Schroeder, and sister-in-law, 
Ann Chrisman.&nbsp;

Ann is survived by her husband of 72 
years, William (Bill) Schroeder, children Susan Combs (Bill Guhl) of 
Hutchinson, KS, Audrey (Jim) Howell of Twin Falls, and Nathan (Michelle)
 Schroeder of Pocatello. &nbsp;Grandchildren include Sarah (Mike) Wirth, 
Benjamin (Candace) Combs, Matthew Schroeder, Rachel (Shawn) Walding, 
Armin Howell (Kelly Wilson), Mark (Kayla) Schroeder, and Beth (Flavio) 
Figueroa and 10 great grandchildren. Also surviving are sister in laws 
Shirley Stucky, Darlene Stucky, Sylvia Schroeder, and Bonnie Kaufman; 
brother in law Bob Christianson, and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation with family will be held at 
Rose Davis Mortuary from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 6. Funeral 
services will be held on Friday, April 7, at First Mennonite Church in 
Aberdeen, ID. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. with services beginning 
at 11:00 a.m. followed by the burial and a meal.&nbsp; Memorials may be made 
to Kings Daughters of First Mennonite Church which provide support and 
humanitarian aid for people locally and around the world.

To order flowers, or to share condolences, memories, and photos, please visit <a href="http://www.DavisRoseMortuary.com">DavisRoseMortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Anne Ruth 
Schroeder passed away on March 30, 2023, in Pocatello, ID. &nbsp;Anne was born
 on March 3, 1931, in Hutchinson, KS to Paul and Marie Esau Stucky. &nbsp;She 
was the third of five children and lived near Pretty Prairie, KS for 6 
years before moving to a farm near Inman, KS. &nbsp;Anne attended Welcome 
School which was a one room schoolhouse through 7th grade and then 
graduated from Inman High School in 1949, where she was very active in 
vocal music and band.Anne attended Bethel College in North 
Newton, KS for one year where she met her future husband, William (Bill)
 Schroeder of American Falls, ID. &nbsp;She also continued her love for music
 at Bethel by singing and touring with their college chorale.After college Anne taught grades 1 thru 8
 in a one room school near Whitewater, KS for a year. &nbsp;Bill would come 
help her light the stove on Sunday night, so the room would be warm the 
next day. Anne loved her time teaching and remembered her eleven 
students fondly.Anne and Bill were married on May 1, 
1951, at Zoar Mennonite Church near Inman, KS. &nbsp;They left for Idaho the 
next day and began 72 years of married life on a ranch between American 
Falls and Aberdeen. &nbsp;Those early years involved lots of work including 
cooking for many hired men, but Anne always found time to be a fun and 
loving mother to their three children. &nbsp;She also was able to continue 
with her love of music, singing at many weddings, funerals, and church 
services. &nbsp;Anne was active throughout her married life at First 
Mennonite Church in Aberdeen as well as in the American Falls community.
 &nbsp;In 2018, Anne and Bill moved to Pocatello.Anne was someone that embraced life. 
&nbsp;She had many interests and loved to learn new skills. &nbsp;If she didn’t 
know how to do something, she took lessons. &nbsp;She was an excellent 
seamstress and taught many young girls to sew through 4-H. &nbsp;She enjoyed 
golfing, making extensive scrap books, and traveling. &nbsp;Anne traveled 
throughout the United States with Bill and later visited several foreign
 countries. &nbsp;She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, 
and great grandchildren who all brought her much happiness.For many years, Anne was a member of AF 
Sharps, Hobby Club, and PEO in American Falls and later in Pocatello. 
&nbsp;She treasured those friendships. &nbsp;One of her greatest joys was singing 
with the Camerata Singers of Pocatello for over 25 years touring in 
Great Britain, Scandinavia, Italy, and Germany. &nbsp;Anne also served on the
 Community Concert Board and the Idaho State Civic Symphony Board.&nbsp;Preceding her in death were her parents,
 Paul and Marie, siblings, Paul Robert Stucky, Ruby Stude Christianson, 
Richard Stucky, and Kathryn Caffrey; brothers in laws, Kenneth Stude, 
Joe Caffrey, Kenneth Schroeder, Clarence Schroeder, and sister-in-law, 
Ann Chrisman.&nbsp;Ann is survived by her husband of 72 
years, William (Bill) Schroeder, children Susan Combs (Bill Guhl) of 
Hutchinson, KS, Audrey (Jim) Howell of Twin Falls, and Nathan (Michelle)
 Schroeder of Pocatello. &nbsp;Grandchildren include Sarah (Mike) Wirth, 
Benjamin (Candace) Combs, Matthew Schroeder, Rachel (Shawn) Walding, 
Armin Howell (Kelly Wilson), Mark (Kayla) Schroeder, and Beth (Flavio) 
Figueroa and 10 great grandchildren. Also surviving are sister in laws 
Shirley Stucky, Darlene Stucky, Sylvia Schroeder, and Bonnie Kaufman; 
brother in law Bob Christianson, and many nieces and nephews.Visitation with family will be held at 
Rose Davis Mortuary from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 6. Funeral 
services will be held on Friday, April 7, at First Mennonite Church in 
Aberdeen, ID. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. with services beginning 
at 11:00 a.m. followed by the burial and a meal.&nbsp; Memorials may be made 
to Kings Daughters of First Mennonite Church which provide support and 
humanitarian aid for people locally and around the world.To order flowers, or to share condolences, memories, and photos, please visit <a href="http://www.DavisRoseMortuary.com">DavisRoseMortuary.com</a>.

Anne Ruth Schroeder |1931-2023|

Randy Lee Stockemer, 62, died March 29, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born December 15, 1960, in Wichita, to Leroy John and Mary Annette (Rau) Stockemer.

Randy graduated from Garden City High School in 1979. He moved to Colorado Springs for several years where he worked as a truck driver for approximately 12 years. Randy was a beloved son, father, brother, grandfather, a gifted guitarist and singer. He enjoyed posting his music videos on YouTube. Randy also enjoyed watching football, especially his favorite team, the Denver Broncos. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.&nbsp;

Randy is survived by: his father, Leroy Stockemer of Garden Plain; son, Brian Stockemer of Hutchinson; daughters, Ranaye (Steven) Eachus of San Antonio, TX, and Julie (Johnny) Maynard of Gilbert, AZ; grandchildren, Joseph Stockemer, Cameron Jones, Charlee and Ayden Eachus, Madison Romero, Lane and Keagon Maynard; siblings, Monica Rupp of Cedar Park, TX, Mike (Carmelita) Stockemer of Garden Plain, Jennifer (Kurt) Smith of Hutchinson, Dale (Stacey) Stockemer of Park City, Ronnie (Carolyn) Stockemer of Mansfield, TX, Vanessa Bertucci and Valerie Rosproy both of Wichita.

He was preceded in death by: his mother, Mary Anette Stockemer; brother, Christopher Stockemer; grandson, Issac Reed; and girlfriend, Kathy Rockwood.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Elliott Chapel.

<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY4MDYzNjMxOTI0NDUzOCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view Randy's service</a>

Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Muscular Dystrophy Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Randy Lee Stockemer, 62, died March 29, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born December 15, 1960, in Wichita, to Leroy John and Mary Annette (Rau) Stockemer.Randy graduated from Garden City High School in 1979. He moved to Colorado Springs for several years where he worked as a truck driver for approximately 12 years. Randy was a beloved son, father, brother, grandfather, a gifted guitarist and singer. He enjoyed posting his music videos on YouTube. Randy also enjoyed watching football, especially his favorite team, the Denver Broncos. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.&nbsp;Randy is survived by: his father, Leroy Stockemer of Garden Plain; son, Brian Stockemer of Hutchinson; daughters, Ranaye (Steven) Eachus of San Antonio, TX, and Julie (Johnny) Maynard of Gilbert, AZ; grandchildren, Joseph Stockemer, Cameron Jones, Charlee and Ayden Eachus, Madison Romero, Lane and Keagon Maynard; siblings, Monica Rupp of Cedar Park, TX, Mike (Carmelita) Stockemer of Garden Plain, Jennifer (Kurt) Smith of Hutchinson, Dale (Stacey) Stockemer of Park City, Ronnie (Carolyn) Stockemer of Mansfield, TX, Vanessa Bertucci and Valerie Rosproy both of Wichita.He was preceded in death by: his mother, Mary Anette Stockemer; brother, Christopher Stockemer; grandson, Issac Reed; and girlfriend, Kathy Rockwood.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Elliott Chapel.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY4MDYzNjMxOTI0NDUzOCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view Randy's service</a>Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Muscular Dystrophy Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Randy Lee Stockemer |1960-2023|

Christopher Shawn Lucia, 56, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, in Hutchinson, KS. Chris was born December 21, 1966 in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Michael Lucia and Barbara (Fields) Crossman.

Chris enlisted in the United States Army in 1987 and was honorably discharged in 1992. On June 20, 2009, he married Mary Pennel in Hutchinson. Chris worked as a parts distributor for Johnson Controls. Chris was a simple man. He was an artist, and enjoyed gardening, the outdoors and most of all his grandchildren.

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 </figure>Christopher Shawn Lucia, 56, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, in Hutchinson, KS. Chris was born December 21, 1966 in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Michael Lucia and Barbara (Fields) Crossman.Chris enlisted in the United States Army in 1987 and was honorably discharged in 1992. On June 20, 2009, he married Mary Pennel in Hutchinson. Chris worked as a parts distributor for Johnson Controls. Chris was a simple man. He was an artist, and enjoyed gardening, the outdoors and most of all his grandchildren.Chris is survived by his father, Michael Lucia; wife, Mary Lucia; two daughters, Tiffanie (Duncan) Duncan and Renea (Doug) Anderson; one son, James (Hannah) McBride; one brother, Aaron (Melinda) Lucia; four sisters, Ame Leatherbury, Stephanie Lucia, Michaela (Jodi Bugg) Beamer, and Cora (Eddie) Gibson; seven grandchildren, Zane Clune, Avery Kellogg, Nova Laughlin, Luke, Jake, Toby and Matthew Anderson; one great grandson, Hayden Kellogg, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara; a sister, Heather Coen; a grandson, Zacheriah Anderson and a nephew, Cory Leatherbury.A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Steve Hodgson officiating. Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Christopher Lucia Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

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