David Glenn Waters, 79, passed away November 9th, 2022 at The Arbors Memory Care in Hutchinson. He was born January 1st, 1943 in Polk County Missouri to Albert and Saletha (McIntyre) Waters.&nbsp;

On March 14th, 1964 David married the love of his life, Rosalie Wyatt. They shared 59 years together.

David is survived by his wife, Rosalie, brothers, Johnny Waters, Ralph Waters, sister, Darlene Geer, son, Michael Waters (Jackie), daughter, Sarah White (Jeff), 4 grandchildren, Katherine Chacon (Paul), Dustin White (Kaitlyn), Rebecca Howell (Alex), Samantha Borrowman (Levi), 5 great grandchildren, Jacob, Cole, Natalie, Brody, Bailey as well as Baby Howell, due in April. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Shelly Waters, siblings, Letha Snow, Billy Waters, Barbara Diaz, Jerry Waters, Alberta Wolf.

Funeral service will be held at 3 pm Thursday, November 17th at Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home, 528 N Main.

David Glenn Waters, 79, passed away November 9th, 2022 at The Arbors Memory Care in Hutchinson. He was born January 1st, 1943 in Polk County Missouri to Albert and Saletha (McIntyre) Waters.&nbsp;On March 14th, 1964 David married the love of his life, Rosalie Wyatt. They shared 59 years together.David is survived by his wife, Rosalie, brothers, Johnny Waters, Ralph Waters, sister, Darlene Geer, son, Michael Waters (Jackie), daughter, Sarah White (Jeff), 4 grandchildren, Katherine Chacon (Paul), Dustin White (Kaitlyn), Rebecca Howell (Alex), Samantha Borrowman (Levi), 5 great grandchildren, Jacob, Cole, Natalie, Brody, Bailey as well as Baby Howell, due in April. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Shelly Waters, siblings, Letha Snow, Billy Waters, Barbara Diaz, Jerry Waters, Alberta Wolf.Funeral service will be held at 3 pm Thursday, November 17th at Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home, 528 N Main.

David Glenn Waters  |1943-2022|  

Terry L. Story, 51, passed away on November 11, 2022 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born March 7, 1971 in Hutchinson, to Ralph E. and Patricia L. (Ryan) Story.

Terry was a 1989 graduate of Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; On September 23, 2006 he married Heather Williams in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Terry worked for the Peels family as a warehouse supervisor.&nbsp; He enjoyed classic cars, motorcycles and renaissance.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia.

Terry is survived by his father, Ralph; wife, Heather; two step-children, Ravyn Lutes and Krysta Crank-Lutes; and four grandchildren, Sophia, Sativa, Isaiah, and Viola. &nbsp; There will be no public visitation as cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Celebration of Terry’s life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Terry L. Story, 51, passed away on November 11, 2022 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was born March 7, 1971 in Hutchinson, to Ralph E. and Patricia L. (Ryan) Story.Terry was a 1989 graduate of Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; On September 23, 2006 he married Heather Williams in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Terry worked for the Peels family as a warehouse supervisor.&nbsp; He enjoyed classic cars, motorcycles and renaissance.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia.Terry is survived by his father, Ralph; wife, Heather; two step-children, Ravyn Lutes and Krysta Crank-Lutes; and four grandchildren, Sophia, Sativa, Isaiah, and Viola. &nbsp; There will be no public visitation as cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Celebration of Terry’s life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Terry L. Story  |1971-2022|  

Lucille A. ‘Lucy’ Henry, 91, of Hutchinson passed away peacefully, November 13, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born June 24, 1931, in Moundridge, to Jacob and Mary (Goering) Kaufman.

Lucy graduated from Moundridge High School, Moundridge, and Bethel College, North Newton, with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. Lucy displayed her passion for music by teaching grade school music. Lucy was artistic and a good cook. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters. Lucy was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

On July 19, 1959, she married Arthur F. Henry Jr. in North Newton. They shared 63 years of marriage before her passing.

Lucy is survived by: husband, Art Henry Jr., Hutchinson; daughter, Krystal Krehbiel (Brad), Buhler; granddaughters, Kourtney Lane (Daniel), Hutchinson, Kacey Jost (Zach), Buhler; great-grandson, Kameron Henry Lane, Hutchinson; one sister, Carol Ratzlaff (Johnny), Newton; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; a son, Kevin Henry; and ten siblings.

Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, with Reverend Dr. Michael Tomson-DeGreeff officiating. Burial will follow at Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Lucille A. ‘Lucy’ Henry, 91, of Hutchinson passed away peacefully, November 13, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born June 24, 1931, in Moundridge, to Jacob and Mary (Goering) Kaufman.Lucy graduated from Moundridge High School, Moundridge, and Bethel College, North Newton, with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. Lucy displayed her passion for music by teaching grade school music. Lucy was artistic and a good cook. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters. Lucy was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.On July 19, 1959, she married Arthur F. Henry Jr. in North Newton. They shared 63 years of marriage before her passing.Lucy is survived by: husband, Art Henry Jr., Hutchinson; daughter, Krystal Krehbiel (Brad), Buhler; granddaughters, Kourtney Lane (Daniel), Hutchinson, Kacey Jost (Zach), Buhler; great-grandson, Kameron Henry Lane, Hutchinson; one sister, Carol Ratzlaff (Johnny), Newton; and many beloved nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her parents; a son, Kevin Henry; and ten siblings.Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, with Reverend Dr. Michael Tomson-DeGreeff officiating. Burial will follow at Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Lucille A. ‘Lucy’ Henry  |1931-2022|  

Our Mother, Hildegard Agnes Krieger Thiessen, lived a long and full life. She passed from this life on November 12, 2022 just one day shy of her 94th birthday. On Saturday she took her last earthly breath and on Sunday she celebrated her birthday in her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!

Hildegard was born to Leonard and Agatha Krieger on November 13, 1928. They lived on a farm outside of Cordell, OK, enduring the very difficult days of the Dust bowl. Hildegard was the eldest of four children which included her brothers Edgar and Norbert, and her sister Nelda. Education was important to Hildegard and her parents. After completing grade school at the MK &amp; T Grade School, she was able to continue her high school education at Corn Bible Academy in Corn, OK. Because this was a twenty mile drive from her home, Hildegard was able to board with several different families in town during her high school years. At home on the weekends and during her summer breaks, Hildegard was able to do the mowing at the local cemetery which she enjoyed. This job enabled her earn enough money to buy fabric which she sewed into the clothing she needed for school.

After graduating from Corn Bible Academy in 1947, Hildegard was given the opportunity to continue her education at Tabor College. This was a privilege that not many of her peers were offered or even desired, but she relished. She graduated from Tabor College in 1951. Her education allowed her opportunities to work in different business ventures throughout her adult life.

In January of 1951,while working in the Tabor bookstore, Hildegard met a young man who came to buy a textbook which he couldn’t afford. Although Wilmer Thiessen didn’t get that book, he got something much more precious, a lifelong relationship with his future wife. After Tabor, their relationship continued across the miles via correspondence from Hillsboro to Denver, CO where Wilmer was working. In January of 1954 he traveled to Hillsboro and surprised Hildegard with his unexpected visit and a proposal, which she accepted. They were married at the Bessie Mennonite Brethren Church outside of Cordell, OK on June 6, 1954.

Their life together took them from Hillsboro, to Denver, to Henderson, NE and back to Denver. Together they formed many long-term friendships through church and work. They lived a happy life in Denver and Littleton, Colorado for the next 20 years. During this time they added to their family. Charlene was born in 1955 (during their time living in Henderson, NE), Lynette joined the family in 1958, Shaun in 1961 and Vonda in 1965.

After 20 years in the Denver and Littleton area, Wilmer was offered a job at the Mennonite Brethren Missions Office in Hillsboro, Kansas. They moved the family in June 1974. During the next 40-some years Hildegard was again able to work Tabor College in the Business Office, and just before she retired she ran The Bookstore on Main Street which brought her much fulfillment.

In September of 2018, Wilmer and Hildegard made the decision to move to Wichita, KS to be closer to their children because of Hildegard’s diagnosis of dementia. They enjoyed two years together in their new home at Kansas Masonic Home. After caring for his bride of 66 years, Wilmer passed away on December 19, 2020. Hildegard continued residing at KMH until her death.

Hildegard is preceded in death by her husband, Wilmer; her parents, Leonard and Agatha Krieger; and her brother Edgar.

She is survived by her children, Charlene (Fred DeLoera) Thiessen, Lynette (Dwight) Roth, Shaun (Karen) Thiessen, and Vonda (Duane) Kinser. Her grandchildren, Aaron (Alena) Almendarez, Jessie (Adam) Hartke, Sandy (David Snyir) Almendarez, Alex Thiessen, Zac Thiessen, Andrew (Kayla) Kinser and Daniel Kinser. Her great-grandchildren, Henry Hartke, Asa Almendarez, Garrett Snyir and Leona Snyir. And her sister, Nelda (Virgil) Thiessen, and her brother Norbert (Sylvia) Krieger.

Graveside service 10:00 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Gnadenau cemetery 2 miles South of Hillsboro officiated by Pastor Tim Sullivan. &nbsp;Memorials to Tabor College in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

Our Mother, Hildegard Agnes Krieger Thiessen, lived a long and full life. She passed from this life on November 12, 2022 just one day shy of her 94th birthday. On Saturday she took her last earthly breath and on Sunday she celebrated her birthday in her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!Hildegard was born to Leonard and Agatha Krieger on November 13, 1928. They lived on a farm outside of Cordell, OK, enduring the very difficult days of the Dust bowl. Hildegard was the eldest of four children which included her brothers Edgar and Norbert, and her sister Nelda. Education was important to Hildegard and her parents. After completing grade school at the MK &amp; T Grade School, she was able to continue her high school education at Corn Bible Academy in Corn, OK. Because this was a twenty mile drive from her home, Hildegard was able to board with several different families in town during her high school years. At home on the weekends and during her summer breaks, Hildegard was able to do the mowing at the local cemetery which she enjoyed. This job enabled her earn enough money to buy fabric which she sewed into the clothing she needed for school.After graduating from Corn Bible Academy in 1947, Hildegard was given the opportunity to continue her education at Tabor College. This was a privilege that not many of her peers were offered or even desired, but she relished. She graduated from Tabor College in 1951. Her education allowed her opportunities to work in different business ventures throughout her adult life.In January of 1951,while working in the Tabor bookstore, Hildegard met a young man who came to buy a textbook which he couldn’t afford. Although Wilmer Thiessen didn’t get that book, he got something much more precious, a lifelong relationship with his future wife. After Tabor, their relationship continued across the miles via correspondence from Hillsboro to Denver, CO where Wilmer was working. In January of 1954 he traveled to Hillsboro and surprised Hildegard with his unexpected visit and a proposal, which she accepted. They were married at the Bessie Mennonite Brethren Church outside of Cordell, OK on June 6, 1954.Their life together took them from Hillsboro, to Denver, to Henderson, NE and back to Denver. Together they formed many long-term friendships through church and work. They lived a happy life in Denver and Littleton, Colorado for the next 20 years. During this time they added to their family. Charlene was born in 1955 (during their time living in Henderson, NE), Lynette joined the family in 1958, Shaun in 1961 and Vonda in 1965.After 20 years in the Denver and Littleton area, Wilmer was offered a job at the Mennonite Brethren Missions Office in Hillsboro, Kansas. They moved the family in June 1974. During the next 40-some years Hildegard was again able to work Tabor College in the Business Office, and just before she retired she ran The Bookstore on Main Street which brought her much fulfillment.In September of 2018, Wilmer and Hildegard made the decision to move to Wichita, KS to be closer to their children because of Hildegard’s diagnosis of dementia. They enjoyed two years together in their new home at Kansas Masonic Home. After caring for his bride of 66 years, Wilmer passed away on December 19, 2020. Hildegard continued residing at KMH until her death.Hildegard is preceded in death by her husband, Wilmer; her parents, Leonard and Agatha Krieger; and her brother Edgar.She is survived by her children, Charlene (Fred DeLoera) Thiessen, Lynette (Dwight) Roth, Shaun (Karen) Thiessen, and Vonda (Duane) Kinser. Her grandchildren, Aaron (Alena) Almendarez, Jessie (Adam) Hartke, Sandy (David Snyir) Almendarez, Alex Thiessen, Zac Thiessen, Andrew (Kayla) Kinser and Daniel Kinser. Her great-grandchildren, Henry Hartke, Asa Almendarez, Garrett Snyir and Leona Snyir. And her sister, Nelda (Virgil) Thiessen, and her brother Norbert (Sylvia) Krieger.Graveside service 10:00 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Gnadenau cemetery 2 miles South of Hillsboro officiated by Pastor Tim Sullivan. &nbsp;Memorials to Tabor College in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

Hildegard Agnes Krieger Thiessen  |1928-2022|  

Betty Jean (Becker) Carlson, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at her home.

Betty was born on July 19, 1933, in McPherson County, the youngest of four children born to Tobias B. and Ida (Koehn) Becker.&nbsp; On July 26, 1950, Betty was united in marriage to Robert Dean Carlson in Perham, MN.&nbsp; This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Dennis, Steven, and Diane.&nbsp; Married for nearly 59 years, Bob preceded her in death on July 7, 2009.

Along with being a homemaker, she worked as a waitress at Starlite Restaurant, a cook for Hickory Manor Nursing Home, a sales clerk for McNichols Shoe Store, and a holiday gift wrapper at Morris &amp; Sons Clothiers.&nbsp;

She was a member of the First Baptist Church and former member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary.

Survivors include: her children, Dennis (Sherill) Carlson of McPherson, and Diane (Terry) Rhea of Hollister, MO; daughter-in-law, Lori Carlson of Manhattan; nine grandchildren, Tracy Rhea, Laura Rhea, Rob Newberry, Kelly (Carlson) Nicola, Melissa Newberry, Tara Flores, Jeremy Schmidt, Matt Carlson, and Jami Carlson; 18 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Steve Carlson; siblings, Lincoln Becker, Allen Becker, and Rozella Chapman; a granddaughter, Amy Carlson; and a great-grandson.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, November 17, at the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Betty Jean (Becker) Carlson, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at her home.Betty was born on July 19, 1933, in McPherson County, the youngest of four children born to Tobias B. and Ida (Koehn) Becker.&nbsp; On July 26, 1950, Betty was united in marriage to Robert Dean Carlson in Perham, MN.&nbsp; This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Dennis, Steven, and Diane.&nbsp; Married for nearly 59 years, Bob preceded her in death on July 7, 2009.Along with being a homemaker, she worked as a waitress at Starlite Restaurant, a cook for Hickory Manor Nursing Home, a sales clerk for McNichols Shoe Store, and a holiday gift wrapper at Morris &amp; Sons Clothiers.&nbsp;She was a member of the First Baptist Church and former member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary.Survivors include: her children, Dennis (Sherill) Carlson of McPherson, and Diane (Terry) Rhea of Hollister, MO; daughter-in-law, Lori Carlson of Manhattan; nine grandchildren, Tracy Rhea, Laura Rhea, Rob Newberry, Kelly (Carlson) Nicola, Melissa Newberry, Tara Flores, Jeremy Schmidt, Matt Carlson, and Jami Carlson; 18 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Steve Carlson; siblings, Lincoln Becker, Allen Becker, and Rozella Chapman; a granddaughter, Amy Carlson; and a great-grandson.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, November 17, at the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Betty Jean (Becker) Carlson  |1933-2022|  

Johnny “Junebug” Cheeks was born June 27, 1958, in Great Bend, Kansas to Johnny Cheeks, Sr. and Virginia Lee (Robinson) Cheeks.

Johnny attended Larned high school and graduated in 1976. &nbsp;After graduating, he went on to serve in the United States Army. &nbsp;After discharge from the military, he found his home in Hutchinson with his family in 1976.&nbsp; He worked as a forklift operator for Midwest Iron and Metal for many years.&nbsp; Johnny was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where he participated in the church choir and as an usher. &nbsp;Serving the Lord was one of Johnny’s greatest joys and we all find peace in knowing that he is right where he wants to be.

Johnny was preceded in death by his grandparents, Winifred and Beulah Robinson, as well as many dear aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Survivors include his daughter, Jonica Banks (Chris) of Clearwater, Florida; granddaughter, Aminah Banks who he was the greatest papa to; his mother, Virginia Cheeks of Hutchinson; sister, Jonnie Brown (Donnie) of Seattle, Washington; brother, Jerry Cheeks of Hutchinson; and longtime friend, Nece Killebrew.

A Celebration of Johnny’s Life will take place on Wednesday, November 16 at 10:00 A.M., Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1015 E. 7th&nbsp;Ave, with Reverend William J. Green, Sr. officiating. &nbsp;A visitation will be held at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, on Tuesday, November 15 from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johnny “Junebug” Cheeks was born June 27, 1958, in Great Bend, Kansas to Johnny Cheeks, Sr. and Virginia Lee (Robinson) Cheeks.Johnny attended Larned high school and graduated in 1976. &nbsp;After graduating, he went on to serve in the United States Army. &nbsp;After discharge from the military, he found his home in Hutchinson with his family in 1976.&nbsp; He worked as a forklift operator for Midwest Iron and Metal for many years.&nbsp; Johnny was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where he participated in the church choir and as an usher. &nbsp;Serving the Lord was one of Johnny’s greatest joys and we all find peace in knowing that he is right where he wants to be.Johnny was preceded in death by his grandparents, Winifred and Beulah Robinson, as well as many dear aunts, uncles, and cousins.Survivors include his daughter, Jonica Banks (Chris) of Clearwater, Florida; granddaughter, Aminah Banks who he was the greatest papa to; his mother, Virginia Cheeks of Hutchinson; sister, Jonnie Brown (Donnie) of Seattle, Washington; brother, Jerry Cheeks of Hutchinson; and longtime friend, Nece Killebrew.A Celebration of Johnny’s Life will take place on Wednesday, November 16 at 10:00 A.M., Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1015 E. 7th&nbsp;Ave, with Reverend William J. Green, Sr. officiating. &nbsp;A visitation will be held at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, on Tuesday, November 15 from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johnny “Junebug” Cheeks  |1958-2022|  

Jimmie J. Goering, 85, died November 10, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born April 18, 1937, in Pretty Prairie, to Ernest and Bertha (Unruh) Goering.

Jimmie graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1955, and then attended Hutchinson Community College. He was a supervisor for Cessna / Eaton for 39 years. Jimmie loved to go bowling and skeet shooting and he was a member of First Mennonite Church, Hutchinson.

On July 29, 1967, he married Florene Faye Flickner, in Pretty Prairie. She passed away on September 29, 2013.

Jimmie is survived by: nephews, Terry Goering (Renee), Hutchinson, Steve Goering (Debbie), Mullinville; nieces, Elizabeth Byers, Kingman, Vickie Goering-Bainum(Rex), Hutchinson; cousin, Lois Schlickau, Haven; and several great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; wife, Florene; and siblings.

Funeral service will be 1pm Friday, November 18, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Lonestar Cemetery, Pretty Prairie. Friends may call from 9 am to 8 pm Thursday, with family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.

Jimmie J. Goering, 85, died November 10, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born April 18, 1937, in Pretty Prairie, to Ernest and Bertha (Unruh) Goering.Jimmie graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1955, and then attended Hutchinson Community College. He was a supervisor for Cessna / Eaton for 39 years. Jimmie loved to go bowling and skeet shooting and he was a member of First Mennonite Church, Hutchinson.On July 29, 1967, he married Florene Faye Flickner, in Pretty Prairie. She passed away on September 29, 2013.Jimmie is survived by: nephews, Terry Goering (Renee), Hutchinson, Steve Goering (Debbie), Mullinville; nieces, Elizabeth Byers, Kingman, Vickie Goering-Bainum(Rex), Hutchinson; cousin, Lois Schlickau, Haven; and several great nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by: his parents; wife, Florene; and siblings.Funeral service will be 1pm Friday, November 18, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Lonestar Cemetery, Pretty Prairie. Friends may call from 9 am to 8 pm Thursday, with family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.

Jimmie J. Goering  |1937-2022|  

Clyde's life began on May 7, 1955, in Indianapolis, IN. He is the son of Cloyce Thrush and Candice(Herald) Knowles.&nbsp;

Clyde served his country in the United States Army and was a disabled veteran. He was a member of the American Legion and in his early years worked as a mechanic. 

Clyde is survived by his children Christy Papadakis of Texas, Elizabeth Thrush of Tennessee, Clyde (Rondee) Thrush Il of Kansas and Timothy Thrush of Florida; 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; his girlfriend Karen Cauley (K.C.); his siblings: Cecil Thrush; Carl Thrush and Jessica Donnelly: and many nieces and nephews. His family love him and will miss him. Clyde passed away at his home on November 10, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers: Cloyce Thrush Jr. and Charlie Thrush: and his son-in-law George. 

His family will gather with friends on Thursday November 17th at 12 p.m. at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington for his graveside services to celebrate his life. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.

Clyde's life began on May 7, 1955, in Indianapolis, IN. He is the son of Cloyce Thrush and Candice(Herald) Knowles.&nbsp;Clyde served his country in the United States Army and was a disabled veteran. He was a member of the American Legion and in his early years worked as a mechanic. Clyde is survived by his children Christy Papadakis of Texas, Elizabeth Thrush of Tennessee, Clyde (Rondee) Thrush Il of Kansas and Timothy Thrush of Florida; 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; his girlfriend Karen Cauley (K.C.); his siblings: Cecil Thrush; Carl Thrush and Jessica Donnelly: and many nieces and nephews. His family love him and will miss him. Clyde passed away at his home on November 10, 2022. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers: Cloyce Thrush Jr. and Charlie Thrush: and his son-in-law George. His family will gather with friends on Thursday November 17th at 12 p.m. at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Herington for his graveside services to celebrate his life. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington is serving the family.

Clyde Edwin Thrush I  |1955-2022|  

Barton Gael “Bart” Zody, 60, died November 9, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born November 16, 1961, in Tulsa, OK, and adopted by Dean and Barbara (Brader) Wood.&nbsp; Bart grew up in Wichita before moving to Hutchinson when he was in the fifth grade. &nbsp;After Dean’s death, Barbara married Keith Zody, and was adopted by Keith.

Bart graduated from Buhler High School in 1980.&nbsp; After serving in the United States Air Force for four years, he pursued his love of cooking and became a chef.&nbsp; Bart was an amazing cook.&nbsp; In addition, he was intelligent (always working crossword puzzles), obsessed with listening to music, and an astounding photographer. &nbsp;Bart was a collector of various items, from bears to German beers, and loved to travel to the mountains.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a devoted son, always putting his mother, Barbara, ahead of himself and making sure her needs were met.

Bart is survived by:&nbsp; his mother, Barbara Zody of Hutchinson; siblings, Melody Henson, Todd Zody (Carly) of Denver, CO, and DeNene Thompson (Ben) of Hutchinson; nieces, Alia Collingwood and Hannah Zody; nephew, Matthew Collingwood; great-nephews, Lucas and Noah Gray; his former wife, Jane Zody; and his beloved cat, Smokey.

He was preceded in death by his fathers, Dean Wood and Keith Zody.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 18, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, with the family to receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

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Barton Gael “Bart” Zody, 60, died November 9, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born November 16, 1961, in Tulsa, OK, and adopted by Dean and Barbara (Brader) Wood.&nbsp; Bart grew up in Wichita before moving to Hutchinson when he was in the fifth grade. &nbsp;After Dean’s death, Barbara married Keith Zody, and was adopted by Keith.Bart graduated from Buhler High School in 1980.&nbsp; After serving in the United States Air Force for four years, he pursued his love of cooking and became a chef.&nbsp; Bart was an amazing cook.&nbsp; In addition, he was intelligent (always working crossword puzzles), obsessed with listening to music, and an astounding photographer. &nbsp;Bart was a collector of various items, from bears to German beers, and loved to travel to the mountains.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a devoted son, always putting his mother, Barbara, ahead of himself and making sure her needs were met.Bart is survived by:&nbsp; his mother, Barbara Zody of Hutchinson; siblings, Melody Henson, Todd Zody (Carly) of Denver, CO, and DeNene Thompson (Ben) of Hutchinson; nieces, Alia Collingwood and Hannah Zody; nephew, Matthew Collingwood; great-nephews, Lucas and Noah Gray; his former wife, Jane Zody; and his beloved cat, Smokey.He was preceded in death by his fathers, Dean Wood and Keith Zody.&nbsp;Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 18, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, with the family to receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY2ODIyOTI5MzIxODczMCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view Bart's Funeral Service</a>

Barton Gael “Bart” Zody |1961-2022|

Stephen Michael Ashcraft, 76, was freed from the grasp of dementia and was restored by his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at his home. He was born at Grace Hospital in Hutchinson, KS, on May 3, 1946, to Vernon William and Virginia Blanche Carmichael Ashcraft.

Steve attended Mitchell Grade School and was a proud graduate of Valley Pride Grade School and Nickerson Rural High School (1964). At Nickerson he lettered in basketball as well as playing American Legion summer baseball. In 1966 Steve graduated from Hutchinson Junior College and continued his education at The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, graduating in 1969. At KU Steve was a member of Kappa Psi pharmacy fraternity. He began his pharmacy internship at Coberly Drug. Steve was the first pharmacy manager for Dillon’s Pharmacy on West 5th. He later worked for Key Rexall. In 1980 Steve opened Ashcraft Pharmacy in the Hart’s Shopping Center in South Hutchinson. In 2016 he retired after selling the pharmacy. During Steve’s long career he made hundreds of friends and loyal customers who not only admired his professional expertise, but enjoyed his compassion and ornery spirit.

Steve married Jacqulyn Sue Andrews on August 31, 1968, at Union Valley Church in Hutchinson. Together they completed their senior years at KU in their cozy 10’ wide mobile home. On June 4, 1971, their marriage was blessed with their only son, Stephen William (aka Peanut). He and his wife, Ali Chandler Clark Ashcraft, brought daughters, Chandler Elizabeth, Lexee Adisson, and Bryten Makenzie to the family. Steve is also survived by his younger brother, Larry (Jolene) of Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Rhonda Cairns Ashcraft; nieces, Shawna Ashcraft Logue, Desiree Ashcraft Byard (Jimmie), and Jennifer Ashcraft Toland (Ben); four great nieces; and numerous cousins. Missing him greatly are his ace German Shorthair bird dog, Ría, loyal Irish Setter, Brady, and three-legged tortoise kitty, Mocha.

Sports were always an integral part of Steve’s life, starting with Cub Scout Baseball and on to competitive baseball and softball. As an adult he played slow pitch softball for Lee T. Moore Construction, Carl’s Bar, and finally Ashcraft Pharmacy. In 2014-15 Steve received his 40 year plaque for officiating basketball and football for the Kansas State High School Activity Association. He loved the challenge and camaraderie of “reffing” at the high school and college level and still maintained contact with his fellow refs during their Third Thursday coffees at Scuttlebutt’s. Another passion of Steve’s were his vintage vehicles. He was always proudest behind the wheel of his ‘66 Corvette or his ‘57 Chevy Bel Aire.

Steve was often the quiet supporter of school sports programs, having supplied uniforms for golf and tennis teams. One of his favorite pastimes had been finding hundreds of golf balls on the Crazy Horse course and in the pond on #11. Steve would then spruce them up and repurpose them for the area student golf programs. His last moments were in this Happy Place.

Steve and Jackie were charter members of the original Paganica Country Club. Steve was an active golfer as the course changed from Paganica to Lakewood, The Highlands, and now Crazy Horse.

Steve learned to love hunting and fishing at an early age alongside his father and brothers. He passed these interests along to his son and there were soon three generations sharing the love. Opening day of Pheasant Season became a family ritual.

As a die-hard Jayhawk, Steve attended football and basketball games whenever possible, even traveling to some distant sites to cheer them on. In 2021 his granddaughter, Chandler, became the third generation Jayhawk following her father in 1994. Granddaughter, Lexee, is currently a sophomore at KU.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert John.

He was baptized as a member of South Hutchinson United Methodist Church and currently attended Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene.

No matter whether it was dance recitals (which were never quite his “thing”) or sporting events Steve loved watching his granddaughters. He loved tormenting the girls and they soon learned to give him as good as he sent. Steve and Jackie also loved traveling with their son and his family to KU events or just sightseeing. He and Jackie logged many miles touring Alaska several times, then on to Australia and New Zealand and touring the Greek isles en route to Athens after Chandler’s graduation with his son and family. A life-long dream was fulfilled when he and his son got to play at St. Andrews, Carnoustie, Troon, and several other courses they had always loved. Steve and Jackie were later able to tour again with several other golf buddies and their wives. They witnessed Tiger Woods winning the British Open in 2000. The golf group’s annual trip to Las Vegas for several rounds was always something he and his son cherished.

Steve’s compassion and generosity were well known in the community. Schools and organizations could always depend on Ashcraft Pharmacy to support their fundraisers. His customers were “his people” and he always saw to it that their pharmaceutical needs were met. Steve will be greatly missed.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene, 4290 N. Monroe, with Pastor Kent Pedersen officiating. The service will be livestreamed on the church’s website. Friends may sign Steve’s memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene.

Memorials may be given to The Ashcraft Family Scholarship at the Hutchinson Community Foundation, First Tee of Wichita, a mentoring program for youth who otherwise might not have the opportunity to participate in golf, or Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Jackie, her son and family would like to thank all the many people who continued to treat Steve with dignity and compassion despite his advancing dementia. Their support and assistance helped so much. May God Bless them all.

Stephen Michael Ashcraft, 76, was freed from the grasp of dementia and was restored by his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at his home. He was born at Grace Hospital in Hutchinson, KS, on May 3, 1946, to Vernon William and Virginia Blanche Carmichael Ashcraft.Steve attended Mitchell Grade School and was a proud graduate of Valley Pride Grade School and Nickerson Rural High School (1964). At Nickerson he lettered in basketball as well as playing American Legion summer baseball. In 1966 Steve graduated from Hutchinson Junior College and continued his education at The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, graduating in 1969. At KU Steve was a member of Kappa Psi pharmacy fraternity. He began his pharmacy internship at Coberly Drug. Steve was the first pharmacy manager for Dillon’s Pharmacy on West 5th. He later worked for Key Rexall. In 1980 Steve opened Ashcraft Pharmacy in the Hart’s Shopping Center in South Hutchinson. In 2016 he retired after selling the pharmacy. During Steve’s long career he made hundreds of friends and loyal customers who not only admired his professional expertise, but enjoyed his compassion and ornery spirit.Steve married Jacqulyn Sue Andrews on August 31, 1968, at Union Valley Church in Hutchinson. Together they completed their senior years at KU in their cozy 10’ wide mobile home. On June 4, 1971, their marriage was blessed with their only son, Stephen William (aka Peanut). He and his wife, Ali Chandler Clark Ashcraft, brought daughters, Chandler Elizabeth, Lexee Adisson, and Bryten Makenzie to the family. Steve is also survived by his younger brother, Larry (Jolene) of Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Rhonda Cairns Ashcraft; nieces, Shawna Ashcraft Logue, Desiree Ashcraft Byard (Jimmie), and Jennifer Ashcraft Toland (Ben); four great nieces; and numerous cousins. Missing him greatly are his ace German Shorthair bird dog, Ría, loyal Irish Setter, Brady, and three-legged tortoise kitty, Mocha.Sports were always an integral part of Steve’s life, starting with Cub Scout Baseball and on to competitive baseball and softball. As an adult he played slow pitch softball for Lee T. Moore Construction, Carl’s Bar, and finally Ashcraft Pharmacy. In 2014-15 Steve received his 40 year plaque for officiating basketball and football for the Kansas State High School Activity Association. He loved the challenge and camaraderie of “reffing” at the high school and college level and still maintained contact with his fellow refs during their Third Thursday coffees at Scuttlebutt’s. Another passion of Steve’s were his vintage vehicles. He was always proudest behind the wheel of his ‘66 Corvette or his ‘57 Chevy Bel Aire.Steve was often the quiet supporter of school sports programs, having supplied uniforms for golf and tennis teams. One of his favorite pastimes had been finding hundreds of golf balls on the Crazy Horse course and in the pond on #11. Steve would then spruce them up and repurpose them for the area student golf programs. His last moments were in this Happy Place.Steve and Jackie were charter members of the original Paganica Country Club. Steve was an active golfer as the course changed from Paganica to Lakewood, The Highlands, and now Crazy Horse.Steve learned to love hunting and fishing at an early age alongside his father and brothers. He passed these interests along to his son and there were soon three generations sharing the love. Opening day of Pheasant Season became a family ritual.As a die-hard Jayhawk, Steve attended football and basketball games whenever possible, even traveling to some distant sites to cheer them on. In 2021 his granddaughter, Chandler, became the third generation Jayhawk following her father in 1994. Granddaughter, Lexee, is currently a sophomore at KU.Steve was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert John.He was baptized as a member of South Hutchinson United Methodist Church and currently attended Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene.No matter whether it was dance recitals (which were never quite his “thing”) or sporting events Steve loved watching his granddaughters. He loved tormenting the girls and they soon learned to give him as good as he sent. Steve and Jackie also loved traveling with their son and his family to KU events or just sightseeing. He and Jackie logged many miles touring Alaska several times, then on to Australia and New Zealand and touring the Greek isles en route to Athens after Chandler’s graduation with his son and family. A life-long dream was fulfilled when he and his son got to play at St. Andrews, Carnoustie, Troon, and several other courses they had always loved. Steve and Jackie were later able to tour again with several other golf buddies and their wives. They witnessed Tiger Woods winning the British Open in 2000. The golf group’s annual trip to Las Vegas for several rounds was always something he and his son cherished.Steve’s compassion and generosity were well known in the community. Schools and organizations could always depend on Ashcraft Pharmacy to support their fundraisers. His customers were “his people” and he always saw to it that their pharmaceutical needs were met. Steve will be greatly missed.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene, 4290 N. Monroe, with Pastor Kent Pedersen officiating. The service will be livestreamed on the church’s website. Friends may sign Steve’s memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene.Memorials may be given to The Ashcraft Family Scholarship at the Hutchinson Community Foundation, First Tee of Wichita, a mentoring program for youth who otherwise might not have the opportunity to participate in golf, or Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.Jackie, her son and family would like to thank all the many people who continued to treat Steve with dignity and compassion despite his advancing dementia. Their support and assistance helped so much. May God Bless them all.

Stephen Michael Ashcraft |1946-2022|

Barbara Hill passed away November 11, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born November 20, 1947, in Ponca City, OK, to Charlie and Virginia Musser.&nbsp; Barbara grew up in Ponca City, OK, Wichita Falls, TX, and Salina.

She married Dennis Hogan, in Salina; they later divorced.&nbsp; Barbara and Dennis had three children; Sherrie (Hogan) Hand, Belton, MO, Shawn Hogan, and Stephen Hogan, both of Salina; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

In 1989, Barbara married Don Hill, in Great Bend.&nbsp; Don has two sons; Rick Hill, Wichita, and Robert Hill, Santa Clara, CA; and two grandsons.

Barbara worked a variety of jobs, and had her own business for a time.&nbsp; She found her real love when she became a para in a Great Bend elementary school.&nbsp; This evolved into a desire to become a teacher.&nbsp; Barbara went back to school at age 47, and received her teaching certificate to teach elementary school.&nbsp; She taught several age levels, but finally found her passion in teaching third grade.&nbsp; Barbara loved that age, and was a dedicated teacher.&nbsp; She continued to teach until retirement.

Barbara’s parents, her younger sister, Patti, and her admiring second mother-in-law all have gone ahead into that Heavenly Kingdom that we all aspire to, and now Barbara joins them.&nbsp; Those left behind will miss our loving and talented Barbara.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Partridge Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kingman Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) or the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Barbara Hill passed away November 11, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born November 20, 1947, in Ponca City, OK, to Charlie and Virginia Musser.&nbsp; Barbara grew up in Ponca City, OK, Wichita Falls, TX, and Salina.She married Dennis Hogan, in Salina; they later divorced.&nbsp; Barbara and Dennis had three children; Sherrie (Hogan) Hand, Belton, MO, Shawn Hogan, and Stephen Hogan, both of Salina; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.In 1989, Barbara married Don Hill, in Great Bend.&nbsp; Don has two sons; Rick Hill, Wichita, and Robert Hill, Santa Clara, CA; and two grandsons.Barbara worked a variety of jobs, and had her own business for a time.&nbsp; She found her real love when she became a para in a Great Bend elementary school.&nbsp; This evolved into a desire to become a teacher.&nbsp; Barbara went back to school at age 47, and received her teaching certificate to teach elementary school.&nbsp; She taught several age levels, but finally found her passion in teaching third grade.&nbsp; Barbara loved that age, and was a dedicated teacher.&nbsp; She continued to teach until retirement.Barbara’s parents, her younger sister, Patti, and her admiring second mother-in-law all have gone ahead into that Heavenly Kingdom that we all aspire to, and now Barbara joins them.&nbsp; Those left behind will miss our loving and talented Barbara.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Partridge Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kingman Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) or the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Barbara Hill |1947-2022|

Janice Suzanne Dyer, 75, of Salina, KS, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at Town Village of Leawood.  Janice was born December 15, 1946 in Lindsborg, to the late Harold and the late Justine (Finney) Olson.  

Janice was a graduate of Lindsborg High School.  She attended Brown Mackie College and worked as a secretary and bookkeeper.

Survivors include her daughter: Sherri Whitefield of Salina; son: Jeffery Dyer (Katie) of Leawood; brother: Warren Olson (Lynnda) of Lindsborg; four granddaughters: Ashley Whitefield, Courtney Whitefield, Hudson Dyer and, Margo Dyer; as well as great grandchildren: Marcus Davis, Kamren Davis, and Kylie Manning and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Janice is preceded in death by his parents; and brother: Mike Olson.

Cremation has been chosen. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 25 at Rose Hill Cemetery, rural Bridgeport.

Janice Suzanne Dyer, 75, of Salina, KS, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at Town Village of Leawood. Janice was born December 15, 1946 in Lindsborg, to the late Harold and the late Justine (Finney) Olson. Janice was a graduate of Lindsborg High School. She attended Brown Mackie College and worked as a secretary and bookkeeper.Survivors include her daughter: Sherri Whitefield of Salina; son: Jeffery Dyer (Katie) of Leawood; brother: Warren Olson (Lynnda) of Lindsborg; four granddaughters: Ashley Whitefield, Courtney Whitefield, Hudson Dyer and, Margo Dyer; as well as great grandchildren: Marcus Davis, Kamren Davis, and Kylie Manning and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.Janice is preceded in death by his parents; and brother: Mike Olson.Cremation has been chosen. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 25 at Rose Hill Cemetery, rural Bridgeport.

Janice Suzanne Dyer  |1946-2022|  

Phillip Gene Bernard was born February 17, 1954, in Hutchinson, KS, to Emma Bernard-Castor and Lanier W. Phillips.&nbsp; He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior and was a member of Second Baptist Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Phillip attended Avenue A Elementary School, Sherman Junior High, and graduated from Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson.

He was the owner and operator of Phil Bernard Construction Company in Hutchinson for over 20 years.&nbsp; As a gifted and creative craftsman, Phillip continued the Bernard Construction family legacy, as he learned the construction trade from his uncles.&nbsp; In his spare time, he enjoyed making sculptures out of concrete.

Phillip loved playing golf on the weekends and playing in tournaments, hanging out with cousins, relatives, and childhood friends.&nbsp; He was a kind and compassionate soul who always had a warm smile to offer.&nbsp; Phillip regularly spent time with his elders for conversation, coffee, or to offer a helping hand.

On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, our Lord and Savior called our beloved Phillip to be with Him in a place we are all promised one day, if we believe and have faith. Preceding him in death are:&nbsp; his grandparents, Warren and Jessie Bernard; parents, Emma Bernard-Castor and Lanier W. Phillips; brother, Bobby Jenkins; four sisters, twin sister Phyllis, Mary ‘Missy’ Bailey, Denise Phillips, and Teresa Benford; two nephews, Curtis Jenkins and Joshua Haines; aunt, Maxine Hill; and seven uncles, Wilbur Bernard, Leonard Bernard, Henry Bernard, John Bernard, Samuel Bernard, Kenneth Bernard, and Donald Bernard. He leaves to cherish his memory: two aunts, Lucille Adams and Myrna Bernard, both of Hutchinson; uncle, Charles Bernard of Fresno, CA; cousin, Maurcena ‘Marty’ (Standley) Lee of Olathe; three brothers, Danny Bernard of Hutchinson, Dennis Phillips and Michael Phillips, both of Portland, OR; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend William J. Green, Sr. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2022, and from 9 a.m. to service time, Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The service can be viewed online by going to Phillip’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and selecting the ‘Click here to view the funeral service’ link.

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Phillip Gene Bernard was born February 17, 1954, in Hutchinson, KS, to Emma Bernard-Castor and Lanier W. Phillips.&nbsp; He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior and was a member of Second Baptist Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Phillip attended Avenue A Elementary School, Sherman Junior High, and graduated from Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson.He was the owner and operator of Phil Bernard Construction Company in Hutchinson for over 20 years.&nbsp; As a gifted and creative craftsman, Phillip continued the Bernard Construction family legacy, as he learned the construction trade from his uncles.&nbsp; In his spare time, he enjoyed making sculptures out of concrete.Phillip loved playing golf on the weekends and playing in tournaments, hanging out with cousins, relatives, and childhood friends.&nbsp; He was a kind and compassionate soul who always had a warm smile to offer.&nbsp; Phillip regularly spent time with his elders for conversation, coffee, or to offer a helping hand.On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, our Lord and Savior called our beloved Phillip to be with Him in a place we are all promised one day, if we believe and have faith. Preceding him in death are:&nbsp; his grandparents, Warren and Jessie Bernard; parents, Emma Bernard-Castor and Lanier W. Phillips; brother, Bobby Jenkins; four sisters, twin sister Phyllis, Mary ‘Missy’ Bailey, Denise Phillips, and Teresa Benford; two nephews, Curtis Jenkins and Joshua Haines; aunt, Maxine Hill; and seven uncles, Wilbur Bernard, Leonard Bernard, Henry Bernard, John Bernard, Samuel Bernard, Kenneth Bernard, and Donald Bernard. He leaves to cherish his memory: two aunts, Lucille Adams and Myrna Bernard, both of Hutchinson; uncle, Charles Bernard of Fresno, CA; cousin, Maurcena ‘Marty’ (Standley) Lee of Olathe; three brothers, Danny Bernard of Hutchinson, Dennis Phillips and Michael Phillips, both of Portland, OR; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend William J. Green, Sr. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2022, and from 9 a.m. to service time, Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The service can be viewed online by going to Phillip’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and selecting the ‘Click here to view the funeral service’ link.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY2ODIyMjI2NjIxODcwOCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the funeral service.</a>

Phillip Gene Bernard  |1954-2022|  

Merlin Jay Miller was born to Mary Fern
Eby Miller and Edgar Jay Miller in Troy, Kansas, on September 10th, 1931. He
grew up with two sisters: Letha and Patricia. Merlin graduated from high school
in 1950, then attended McPherson College.

In 1953, Merlin was dating Delma Joan
Cline. Because he could not get time off to travel to Kansas and get married,
Merlin quit his job. The couple was married on August 28th, 1953.

On the day his father passed away, Merlin
also received his draft notice. He served in the Army for two years. Merlin and
Delma’s first daughter, Cheri Lynn, was born in 1956 at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas,
where Merlin was stationed. After his service, Merlin moved with his family to
McPherson, Kansas.

Merlin and Delma had their second child,
Diane Kay, in 1959. Their third child, Kevin Jay, was born in 1963. Cheri,
Diane, and Kevin have fond memories of their dad leading the 4-H club, coaching
softball teams, playing tennis, and taking them on family vacations. The
Millers faithfully attended Monitor Church of the Brethren. On February 27th,
1989, Merlin lost his wife to breast cancer. Merlin and Delma were married 35
years.

On January 20th, 1990, Merlin married Reta
Raleigh Hoch Gubser. Merlin and Reta were members of the First Baptist Church.
While married to Reta, Merlin began playing golf, woodworking, and rock
hunting. On March 1st, 2004, Merlin lost his second wife to multiple myeloma.
Merlin and Reta were married 14 years.

On August 17th, 2008, Merlin married Jody
Clinesmith Dombaugh. They were members of the First United Methodist Church.
While married to Jody, Merlin became a dog-lover and learned to play Bridge.
The couple enjoyed attending McPherson College ballgames and theatre
performances. Merlin lost his third wife on October 23rd, 2021. Merlin and Jody
were married 13 years.

In his last year of life, despite a
relapse of bladder cancer, Merlin spent his time playing golf, cornhole, and
pool with friends, exercising at The Cedars’ fitness center, and doing jigsaw
puzzles with family. He passed away on October 13th, 2022, with his family near
him.

Merlin is survived by his children and
their spouses: Cheri and Neal Hudson, Diane and Jim Patton, Kevin Miller and
Herb Acevedo; his stepchildren and their spouses: Wyatt and Mary Ann Hoch,
Keith and Gail Hoch, Brenda and Jay Bohnenblust, Dalyn and Mark Cantrell; his
sister, Patricia, and her husband Lowell Yoder, and a brother-in-law, Glenn
Gayer. Merlin is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Colby, Riley, Cara, Adele,
Logan, Erin, Lauren, Braden, Kaelin, Ashley, Whitney, Heidi, Katelyn, Casey,
Cristen; and nine great-grandchildren. Merlin is now reunited with his three
wonderful wives, and we hope for his sake it isn’t awkward.

The family will receive friends from 3:00pm
to 5:00 pm, Sunday, November 20th, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp;
The celebration of life for Merlin Jay Miller will be held at the First United
Methodist Church on November 21st, at 10:00am. 

Merlin Jay Miller was born to Mary Fern
Eby Miller and Edgar Jay Miller in Troy, Kansas, on September 10th, 1931. He
grew up with two sisters: Letha and Patricia. Merlin graduated from high school
in 1950, then attended McPherson College.In 1953, Merlin was dating Delma Joan
Cline. Because he could not get time off to travel to Kansas and get married,
Merlin quit his job. The couple was married on August 28th, 1953.On the day his father passed away, Merlin
also received his draft notice. He served in the Army for two years. Merlin and
Delma’s first daughter, Cheri Lynn, was born in 1956 at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas,
where Merlin was stationed. After his service, Merlin moved with his family to
McPherson, Kansas.Merlin and Delma had their second child,
Diane Kay, in 1959. Their third child, Kevin Jay, was born in 1963. Cheri,
Diane, and Kevin have fond memories of their dad leading the 4-H club, coaching
softball teams, playing tennis, and taking them on family vacations. The
Millers faithfully attended Monitor Church of the Brethren. On February 27th,
1989, Merlin lost his wife to breast cancer. Merlin and Delma were married 35
years.On January 20th, 1990, Merlin married Reta
Raleigh Hoch Gubser. Merlin and Reta were members of the First Baptist Church.
While married to Reta, Merlin began playing golf, woodworking, and rock
hunting. On March 1st, 2004, Merlin lost his second wife to multiple myeloma.
Merlin and Reta were married 14 years.On August 17th, 2008, Merlin married Jody
Clinesmith Dombaugh. They were members of the First United Methodist Church.
While married to Jody, Merlin became a dog-lover and learned to play Bridge.
The couple enjoyed attending McPherson College ballgames and theatre
performances. Merlin lost his third wife on October 23rd, 2021. Merlin and Jody
were married 13 years.In his last year of life, despite a
relapse of bladder cancer, Merlin spent his time playing golf, cornhole, and
pool with friends, exercising at The Cedars’ fitness center, and doing jigsaw
puzzles with family. He passed away on October 13th, 2022, with his family near
him.Merlin is survived by his children and
their spouses: Cheri and Neal Hudson, Diane and Jim Patton, Kevin Miller and
Herb Acevedo; his stepchildren and their spouses: Wyatt and Mary Ann Hoch,
Keith and Gail Hoch, Brenda and Jay Bohnenblust, Dalyn and Mark Cantrell; his
sister, Patricia, and her husband Lowell Yoder, and a brother-in-law, Glenn
Gayer. Merlin is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Colby, Riley, Cara, Adele,
Logan, Erin, Lauren, Braden, Kaelin, Ashley, Whitney, Heidi, Katelyn, Casey,
Cristen; and nine great-grandchildren. Merlin is now reunited with his three
wonderful wives, and we hope for his sake it isn’t awkward.The family will receive friends from 3:00pm
to 5:00 pm, Sunday, November 20th, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp;
The celebration of life for Merlin Jay Miller will be held at the First United
Methodist Church on November 21st, at 10:00am.

Merlin Jay Miller  |1931-2022|  

Bonnie Lou (McKee) Fry, age 79, residing in Park City, passed away surrounded by her family on November 3, 2022, after battling metastatic breast cancer for many years.

Bonnie, born on October 2, 1943, grew up in Wichita, Kansas, and graduated from Wichita East High School in 1961. She attended Wichita University.

Bonnie married Carl E. Fry on June 24, 1966 and went on to have two beautiful children; Steven Greg and Kimberly Suzanne. Bonnie was an accomplished woman, wife, mother, and grandmother. She lived a full life and enjoyed traveling, participating in car shows, collecting glass candy containers, flower gardening, and spoiling her children and grandchildren.

She landed her first “real” job at Wesley Medical Center where she retired after working 40+ years at the hospital. She had a lifelong passion volunteering and raising money for Cars for Charity, Ability Point (The Arc of Sedgwick County), and Starkey.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her father, Albert Earl McKee; mother Naoma Vivian (Stone) McKee, both of Wichita; brother Denny Lynn McKee of Rogue River, Oregon; and Sister Patricia Marie McKee-Hilburn of Valley Center.

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Carl; son Steven Fry and his wife Windy Fry of Goddard; daughter Kimberly Fry of Wichita; three granddaughters, Abigail Fry of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Faith Fry of Goddard, and Alyssa Fry of Goddard.

A celebration of Bonnie’s life will be held 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at&nbsp;Hope Church,&nbsp;2000 S. Hillside St. (Hillside @ East Mt. Vernon),&nbsp;Wichita, KS&nbsp; 67211.

Bonnie Lou (McKee) Fry, age 79, residing in Park City, passed away surrounded by her family on November 3, 2022, after battling metastatic breast cancer for many years.Bonnie, born on October 2, 1943, grew up in Wichita, Kansas, and graduated from Wichita East High School in 1961. She attended Wichita University.Bonnie married Carl E. Fry on June 24, 1966 and went on to have two beautiful children; Steven Greg and Kimberly Suzanne. Bonnie was an accomplished woman, wife, mother, and grandmother. She lived a full life and enjoyed traveling, participating in car shows, collecting glass candy containers, flower gardening, and spoiling her children and grandchildren.She landed her first “real” job at Wesley Medical Center where she retired after working 40+ years at the hospital. She had a lifelong passion volunteering and raising money for Cars for Charity, Ability Point (The Arc of Sedgwick County), and Starkey.Bonnie was preceded in death by her father, Albert Earl McKee; mother Naoma Vivian (Stone) McKee, both of Wichita; brother Denny Lynn McKee of Rogue River, Oregon; and Sister Patricia Marie McKee-Hilburn of Valley Center.Bonnie is survived by her husband, Carl; son Steven Fry and his wife Windy Fry of Goddard; daughter Kimberly Fry of Wichita; three granddaughters, Abigail Fry of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Faith Fry of Goddard, and Alyssa Fry of Goddard.A celebration of Bonnie’s life will be held 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at&nbsp;Hope Church,&nbsp;2000 S. Hillside St. (Hillside @ East Mt. Vernon),&nbsp;Wichita, KS&nbsp; 67211.

Bonnie Lou (McKee) Fry  |1943-2022|  

Donald W. “Donnie” Scheuermann, died November 6, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Donald was born on August 24, 1953, in Hutchinson, to Jacob and Barbara (Chase) Scheuermann.

Donald graduated from Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. He was a die-hard basketball fan of Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons and KU Jayhawks. He retired from Woodwork Manufacturing and was a church elder at Grace Christian Church.

Donald is survived by: his brother, Thomas Scheuermann, Hutchinson; sister, Kathy Zimmerman, California; nephews, Jacob Espinoza, Jadon Espinoza and Justin Zimmerman.

He is preceded in death by: his parents, and sister, Sherry Jo Scheuermann.

Services will be held on November 18, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Christian Church, 805 E. Avenue B, Hutchinson.

Donald W. “Donnie” Scheuermann, died November 6, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Donald was born on August 24, 1953, in Hutchinson, to Jacob and Barbara (Chase) Scheuermann.Donald graduated from Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. He was a die-hard basketball fan of Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons and KU Jayhawks. He retired from Woodwork Manufacturing and was a church elder at Grace Christian Church.Donald is survived by: his brother, Thomas Scheuermann, Hutchinson; sister, Kathy Zimmerman, California; nephews, Jacob Espinoza, Jadon Espinoza and Justin Zimmerman.He is preceded in death by: his parents, and sister, Sherry Jo Scheuermann.Services will be held on November 18, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Christian Church, 805 E. Avenue B, Hutchinson.

Donald W. “Donnie” Scheuermann  |1953-2022|  

John Branson “JB” Tarr died in the arms of his loving wife of 72 years on November 9, 2022, on his 91st&nbsp;birthday, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 9, 1931, in Cherokee, OK, to Jesse Cornelius and Lois Fay (Van Wye) Tarr.

JB graduated in 1949 from Planeview High School, Wichita. He went on to earn degrees at Wichita State and Pittsburg State Universities. He was a lifetime educator, teaching mathematics at Junior High, High school and college levels for 60 years. He officially retired from teaching in 1994 from Hutchinson Community College, but missed teaching mathematics, and became an adjunct instructor at NWAC in Arkansas for an additional 19 years.

Many athletes were impacted by Coach Tarr, in football, basketball, and track. He started with assisting in sports at Mulvane High, then coaching a sport for every season in Derby where he was head coach for track. He coached cross country and track at Hutchinson Community College for over 20 years, with a particular passion for long-distance runners.

John had a love of numbers, and acted as a statistician for many sports events, to include the National Junior College Basketball tournament and taking surveys at the State Fair. He passed his love of numbers on to the little ones in the family and a frequent sight was to find him working on math problems with them as soon as they could count. He tutored several grandkids from afar, as far away as Australia.

Beyond numbers, he had a love for golf, for birdwatching, for traveling, and for hiking, especially in the mountains. If a family member had an interest, he learned all about it so he could add it to his hobbies.

JB was a member of the Church of Christ, serving as an elder for 3 congregations- College Hill Church of Christ in Mulvane, Walnut and Campbell in Hutchinson, and Bella Vista Church of Christ in Arkansas. He epitomized a life of servitude. JB taught classes at these churches and was willing to also lead the song service and preach as needed. Of note, he and Patsy worked several years as facilitators for Marriage Encounter and counseling young couples. They traveled to South Africa to teach Bible Classes there.

&nbsp;JB is survived by: his wife, Patsy of Hutchinson; daughters, Deborah Herndon (Rex) of Arkansas City, Brenda Graham (Kenny) of Hutchinson, and Penny Pearlman of Coral Springs, FL; son, John Tarr (Kelley) of Brooklet, GA, 13 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. He is survived by one brother, Van Tarr of Mulvane.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dickie Van Tarr; a granddaughter, Holly Jo Hadley; a great-granddaughter, Ava Marie Ehret, and 5 sisters.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 14, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with son-in-law, Kenny Graham and Randall Caselman officiating. Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. at the Mulvane Cemetery, Mulvane, with Robert Hamm officiating. Friends may call from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

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John Branson “JB” Tarr died in the arms of his loving wife of 72 years on November 9, 2022, on his 91st&nbsp;birthday, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 9, 1931, in Cherokee, OK, to Jesse Cornelius and Lois Fay (Van Wye) Tarr.JB graduated in 1949 from Planeview High School, Wichita. He went on to earn degrees at Wichita State and Pittsburg State Universities. He was a lifetime educator, teaching mathematics at Junior High, High school and college levels for 60 years. He officially retired from teaching in 1994 from Hutchinson Community College, but missed teaching mathematics, and became an adjunct instructor at NWAC in Arkansas for an additional 19 years.Many athletes were impacted by Coach Tarr, in football, basketball, and track. He started with assisting in sports at Mulvane High, then coaching a sport for every season in Derby where he was head coach for track. He coached cross country and track at Hutchinson Community College for over 20 years, with a particular passion for long-distance runners.John had a love of numbers, and acted as a statistician for many sports events, to include the National Junior College Basketball tournament and taking surveys at the State Fair. He passed his love of numbers on to the little ones in the family and a frequent sight was to find him working on math problems with them as soon as they could count. He tutored several grandkids from afar, as far away as Australia.Beyond numbers, he had a love for golf, for birdwatching, for traveling, and for hiking, especially in the mountains. If a family member had an interest, he learned all about it so he could add it to his hobbies.JB was a member of the Church of Christ, serving as an elder for 3 congregations- College Hill Church of Christ in Mulvane, Walnut and Campbell in Hutchinson, and Bella Vista Church of Christ in Arkansas. He epitomized a life of servitude. JB taught classes at these churches and was willing to also lead the song service and preach as needed. Of note, he and Patsy worked several years as facilitators for Marriage Encounter and counseling young couples. They traveled to South Africa to teach Bible Classes there.&nbsp;JB is survived by: his wife, Patsy of Hutchinson; daughters, Deborah Herndon (Rex) of Arkansas City, Brenda Graham (Kenny) of Hutchinson, and Penny Pearlman of Coral Springs, FL; son, John Tarr (Kelley) of Brooklet, GA, 13 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. He is survived by one brother, Van Tarr of Mulvane.He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dickie Van Tarr; a granddaughter, Holly Jo Hadley; a great-granddaughter, Ava Marie Ehret, and 5 sisters.Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 14, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with son-in-law, Kenny Graham and Randall Caselman officiating. Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. at the Mulvane Cemetery, Mulvane, with Robert Hamm officiating. Friends may call from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY2ODEyNjA2NjIxODQ1NCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view JB's funeral service.</a>

John Branson “JB” Tarr  |1931-2022|  

Vance Silknitter was born January 23, 1952, in Wichita, to Grant and Genevieve Almack Silknitter.

Vance grew up with the streets of Wichita as his playground. He worked a paper route and had many pets: dogs, a squirrel, and a raccoon, which he used to tease his sister, Sonya Sue. His pet raccoon, Zoro, would ride on his bike with him which was quite a sight. He would catch pigeons along the canal route to keep as pets. Vance had a pretty slick system. He would sell his pigeons to friends, but the pigeons would return right back to him. Upon arrival the bird would be caught and eaten by his raccoon. His friends were none the wiser.&nbsp;After middle school, Vance was sent to Wentworth Military Academy, in Lexington Missouri as a result of getting into trouble and street fights. But military school did not change Vance’s heart. He returned to Wichita and graduated from East High; Dad continued to make poor choices. He was involved in crime and drug use but after two bad car accidents, which should have taken his life. He wanted to know if there was anything more to this life than a good time and near-death experiences. He had some “Jesus freak” friends up in Kansas City from his military school days and decided to go set them straight. But God did a work in his heart and Vance put his trust in Jesus Christ as his Savior. Those around him saw seven demons exit his body when he accepted Christ as his Savior. He didn’t have any friends in Wichita that could encourage him in his new faith, but God took care of that. Through a series of events, he was placed in a house with a Christian roommate, and they began to have bible studies in that home. Vance married and had a beautiful baby girl, but that marriage dissolved, and Dad was a single father for several years.&nbsp;Seems like Vance knew how to do pretty much anything, and if he didn’t know how to do something he would figure it out as he went. He worked as a machinist for 47 years at the Boeing Company and Spirit AeroSystems. After a day of work, he was always ready to come home to his family.&nbsp;Though they grew up in the same church Vance didn’t take notice of his friend’s kid sister, Judy, till she showed kindness toward his daughter Amber. 

Vance and Judy Shaffer were married on December 1, 1979. Now Vance was making some better choices.&nbsp;He fathered seven children and sacrificed greatly to send us to a private Christian school. Vance didn’t miss many Berean ball games, concerts or plays for 27 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a dedicated member of Swiss Church now Whitewater Community Church. He served as an Awana leader and then commander. Vance also served as a trustee for the church. If there was snow, he was at church shoveling it. If the lawn needed to be mowed; he took care of it. He had definitive ideas about how things should be done and made it known.&nbsp;He was an idea man; that can be clearly seen in his garden innovations. Every year, he was fine tuning his craft. He said that he was fulfilling the biblical mandate, “multiply and tend the garden.” Vance went out to water the garden July 29th. He lost his footing and fell to the ground. He spent the next three months traversing the halls of St Francis medical center, moving from room to room, unit to unit. Vance had a great sense of humor which he kept till the end. His faith was never stronger than it was those last three months. He didn’t understand why all this was happening to him, but he knew God was a part of it whatever the outcome.&nbsp;Vance entered eternity to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 7, 2022, surrounded by friends and family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Grant and Genevieve Silknitter and brother, Stephen Kent Silknitter.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Judy Silknitter, his children, Amber and Mark Baham of El Cajon, CA; Andrea&nbsp; and James Meier of rural Benton; Jennette and Aaron Gaudern of rural Whitewater; Nathan and Patricia Silknitter of Hornick, IA; Clint and Theresa Silknitter of Moundridge; Scott and Madison Silknitter of Whitewater; and Christine and Adrian Condit of rural Shawnee; 24 grandchildren; and his sister and brother-in-law, Sonya and Earl Harris of Colorado.

Vance’s life began on January 23, 1952, in Wichita. He is the son of Grant D. and Genevieve V. (Almack) Silknitter. Vance was a 1970 graduate of Wichita East High School and had attended Wentworth Military Academy. He was united in marriage to Judy Shaffer on December 1, 1979, at Mt. Olive Christian Church in Wichita and enjoyed 42 years of marriage. Vance worked for Spirit (Boeing) AeroSystems as a machinist for 47 years. He was an amazing husband, father, and grandfather. Vance coached his kids when they were young and enjoyed hunting and being outdoors with his family. He grew an outstanding garden every year and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his labors with friends and neighbors. Vance had a strong faith in our Lord and was an active member of the Whitewater Community Church (Swiss Church) for many years. He was also the Awana director at church for some time. Vance loved his animals, especially his Irish Setter Sable. 

His great joy by far though was his family which includes his wife Judy of Whitewater; children Amber (Mark) Baham of San Diego, CA, Andrea (James) Meier of Benton, Jennette (Aaron) Gaudern of Whitewater, Nathan (Patty) Silknitter of Hornick, IA, Clint (Theresa) Silknitter of Moundridge, Scott (Madison) Silknitter of Whitewater and Christine ( Adrian) Condit of Shawnee, OK; 24 grandchildren and his sister Sonya (Earl) Harris of Bailey, CO.&nbsp; Vance passed away on Monday November 7, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Stephen Silknitter. 

His family will gather with friends on Friday November 11, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. at the Whitewater Community Church where his memorial service will be held on Saturday November 12, 2022, at 11a.m. Private family graveside services will be held at Swiss Church Cemetery, Whitewater. Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Vance’s name may be directed to Christopher’s Hope Orphanage (Haiti) or Ponca Bible Camp in care of the funeral home. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Vance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>

Vance Silknitter was born January 23, 1952, in Wichita, to Grant and Genevieve Almack Silknitter.Vance grew up with the streets of Wichita as his playground. He worked a paper route and had many pets: dogs, a squirrel, and a raccoon, which he used to tease his sister, Sonya Sue. His pet raccoon, Zoro, would ride on his bike with him which was quite a sight. He would catch pigeons along the canal route to keep as pets. Vance had a pretty slick system. He would sell his pigeons to friends, but the pigeons would return right back to him. Upon arrival the bird would be caught and eaten by his raccoon. His friends were none the wiser.&nbsp;After middle school, Vance was sent to Wentworth Military Academy, in Lexington Missouri as a result of getting into trouble and street fights. But military school did not change Vance’s heart. He returned to Wichita and graduated from East High; Dad continued to make poor choices. He was involved in crime and drug use but after two bad car accidents, which should have taken his life. He wanted to know if there was anything more to this life than a good time and near-death experiences. He had some “Jesus freak” friends up in Kansas City from his military school days and decided to go set them straight. But God did a work in his heart and Vance put his trust in Jesus Christ as his Savior. Those around him saw seven demons exit his body when he accepted Christ as his Savior. He didn’t have any friends in Wichita that could encourage him in his new faith, but God took care of that. Through a series of events, he was placed in a house with a Christian roommate, and they began to have bible studies in that home. Vance married and had a beautiful baby girl, but that marriage dissolved, and Dad was a single father for several years.&nbsp;Seems like Vance knew how to do pretty much anything, and if he didn’t know how to do something he would figure it out as he went. He worked as a machinist for 47 years at the Boeing Company and Spirit AeroSystems. After a day of work, he was always ready to come home to his family.&nbsp;Though they grew up in the same church Vance didn’t take notice of his friend’s kid sister, Judy, till she showed kindness toward his daughter Amber. Vance and Judy Shaffer were married on December 1, 1979. Now Vance was making some better choices.&nbsp;He fathered seven children and sacrificed greatly to send us to a private Christian school. Vance didn’t miss many Berean ball games, concerts or plays for 27 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a dedicated member of Swiss Church now Whitewater Community Church. He served as an Awana leader and then commander. Vance also served as a trustee for the church. If there was snow, he was at church shoveling it. If the lawn needed to be mowed; he took care of it. He had definitive ideas about how things should be done and made it known.&nbsp;He was an idea man; that can be clearly seen in his garden innovations. Every year, he was fine tuning his craft. He said that he was fulfilling the biblical mandate, “multiply and tend the garden.” Vance went out to water the garden July 29th. He lost his footing and fell to the ground. He spent the next three months traversing the halls of St Francis medical center, moving from room to room, unit to unit. Vance had a great sense of humor which he kept till the end. His faith was never stronger than it was those last three months. He didn’t understand why all this was happening to him, but he knew God was a part of it whatever the outcome.&nbsp;Vance entered eternity to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, November 7, 2022, surrounded by friends and family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Grant and Genevieve Silknitter and brother, Stephen Kent Silknitter.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Judy Silknitter, his children, Amber and Mark Baham of El Cajon, CA; Andrea&nbsp; and James Meier of rural Benton; Jennette and Aaron Gaudern of rural Whitewater; Nathan and Patricia Silknitter of Hornick, IA; Clint and Theresa Silknitter of Moundridge; Scott and Madison Silknitter of Whitewater; and Christine and Adrian Condit of rural Shawnee; 24 grandchildren; and his sister and brother-in-law, Sonya and Earl Harris of Colorado.Vance’s life began on January 23, 1952, in Wichita. He is the son of Grant D. and Genevieve V. (Almack) Silknitter. Vance was a 1970 graduate of Wichita East High School and had attended Wentworth Military Academy. He was united in marriage to Judy Shaffer on December 1, 1979, at Mt. Olive Christian Church in Wichita and enjoyed 42 years of marriage. Vance worked for Spirit (Boeing) AeroSystems as a machinist for 47 years. He was an amazing husband, father, and grandfather. Vance coached his kids when they were young and enjoyed hunting and being outdoors with his family. He grew an outstanding garden every year and enjoyed sharing the fruits of his labors with friends and neighbors. Vance had a strong faith in our Lord and was an active member of the Whitewater Community Church (Swiss Church) for many years. He was also the Awana director at church for some time. Vance loved his animals, especially his Irish Setter Sable. His great joy by far though was his family which includes his wife Judy of Whitewater; children Amber (Mark) Baham of San Diego, CA, Andrea (James) Meier of Benton, Jennette (Aaron) Gaudern of Whitewater, Nathan (Patty) Silknitter of Hornick, IA, Clint (Theresa) Silknitter of Moundridge, Scott (Madison) Silknitter of Whitewater and Christine ( Adrian) Condit of Shawnee, OK; 24 grandchildren and his sister Sonya (Earl) Harris of Bailey, CO.&nbsp; Vance passed away on Monday November 7, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Stephen Silknitter. His family will gather with friends on Friday November 11, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. at the Whitewater Community Church where his memorial service will be held on Saturday November 12, 2022, at 11a.m. Private family graveside services will be held at Swiss Church Cemetery, Whitewater. Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater is serving the family. Memorial contributions in Vance’s name may be directed to Christopher’s Hope Orphanage (Haiti) or Ponca Bible Camp in care of the funeral home. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Vance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com/" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>

Vance Silknitter  |1952-2022|  

Christina Lynn (Moody) Radtke, 68 passed away November 8, 2022 at St. Luke Living Center after a three year battle with cancer.

Chris was born February 14, 1954 to Martie and Virgie (Orram) Moody in Newton. The family lived in Moundridge, then moved to Florence in 1965 before settling on the family farm east of Marion in 1967. She met Bud Radtke a year after she graduated from Marion High School in 1972, and they were married in Salina, on July 30, 1977. The couple later purchased the family farm east of Marion where they raised their children, Travis, Traci and Trent.

Chris worked at the Florence nursing home for 29 years until the facility closed, after which she worked at Casey’s General Store in Marion for 15 years. She made the Best Pizzas Ever! As a side job for 40 years she sold Avon. Chris enjoyed reading, sewing, collecting, and visiting casinos. She had a love for all animals. She enjoyed her birds, rabbits, chickens, ducks, lambs and dogs. But her greatest love was for her grandkids- she adored them all and would do anything for them.

Chris is survived by her sons Travis (Amy) Radtke, Trent (Robyn) Radtke, daughter Traci (Aaron) Helmer all of Marion. Grandkids Morgan Radtke Jenna and Wyatt Helmer, Quinn, Dexter and Lincoln Radtke. One Brother Kim (Carolyn) Moody of Ulysses, and three sisters Cheri Thompson of Eudora, Konnie Hamilton of Loomis, California, Cindy (Mark) Naff of Lawrence. Many nieces and nephews, many cousins and many friends. She is preceded in death by her husband Bud Radtke, her parents Martie Moody and Virgie (Pete) Haggerty and her brother John Moody.

Celebration of Life Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall in the Marion Christian Church officiated by Rev. Carl Helm. &nbsp;Burial at Elmdale cemetery rural Elmdale. &nbsp;Memorials to the Marion City Library in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

Christina Lynn (Moody) Radtke, 68 passed away November 8, 2022 at St. Luke Living Center after a three year battle with cancer.Chris was born February 14, 1954 to Martie and Virgie (Orram) Moody in Newton. The family lived in Moundridge, then moved to Florence in 1965 before settling on the family farm east of Marion in 1967. She met Bud Radtke a year after she graduated from Marion High School in 1972, and they were married in Salina, on July 30, 1977. The couple later purchased the family farm east of Marion where they raised their children, Travis, Traci and Trent.Chris worked at the Florence nursing home for 29 years until the facility closed, after which she worked at Casey’s General Store in Marion for 15 years. She made the Best Pizzas Ever! As a side job for 40 years she sold Avon. Chris enjoyed reading, sewing, collecting, and visiting casinos. She had a love for all animals. She enjoyed her birds, rabbits, chickens, ducks, lambs and dogs. But her greatest love was for her grandkids- she adored them all and would do anything for them.Chris is survived by her sons Travis (Amy) Radtke, Trent (Robyn) Radtke, daughter Traci (Aaron) Helmer all of Marion. Grandkids Morgan Radtke Jenna and Wyatt Helmer, Quinn, Dexter and Lincoln Radtke. One Brother Kim (Carolyn) Moody of Ulysses, and three sisters Cheri Thompson of Eudora, Konnie Hamilton of Loomis, California, Cindy (Mark) Naff of Lawrence. Many nieces and nephews, many cousins and many friends. She is preceded in death by her husband Bud Radtke, her parents Martie Moody and Virgie (Pete) Haggerty and her brother John Moody.Celebration of Life Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall in the Marion Christian Church officiated by Rev. Carl Helm. &nbsp;Burial at Elmdale cemetery rural Elmdale. &nbsp;Memorials to the Marion City Library in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

Christina Lynn (Moody) Radtke  |1954-2022|  

James Franklin (Jim) Gosnell, of Warrensburg, Missouri, formerly of Blairstown, Iowa, died Monday, November 7, 2022, at the Warrensburg Veterans Home. A graveside service will take place Saturday, November 19th at 11:00 a.m. at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Blairstown, Iowa.&nbsp; The family will host a celebration of life gathering beginning at 12:00 noon at the American Legion Hall in Belle Plaine, Iowa.

Jim was born June 4, 1941, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to James and Alma Margaret (Peggy) Gosnell. He was united in marriage to Beverly Karen Boyer on December 31, 1964, in Unionville, Iowa. The Gosnells spent 48 years in Blairstown, Iowa before moving to Ankeny in August of 2020, then Jim moved to Missouri following Karen's death in January 2021. Jim was a Radarange Inspector for Amana Refrigeration and a long-time member of the Marengo Church of the Nazarene. Jim is survived by his daughters, Vonita (Michael) Hill of Eureka, Missouri and Tammy (James) Gauer of Olathe, Kansas; son, Nicholas (Pamela) Gosnell of Inman, Kansas; ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a sister, Carol Simmons, along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Karen; his brother, Bill; and his brother-in-law, Norman M. Simmons, Sr. Though dementia made his final years difficult, he had a love for talking about heaven in his lucid moments that gives us no doubt that his hope resided there. He loved Jesus and believed that he is the one and only way to true eternal joy. What a day of rejoicing it is for us to know he is where he always wanted to be. We want everyone who reads this to join him.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://give.nazarene.org/" target="_blank">give.nazarene.org</a>.

James Franklin (Jim) Gosnell, of Warrensburg, Missouri, formerly of Blairstown, Iowa, died Monday, November 7, 2022, at the Warrensburg Veterans Home. A graveside service will take place Saturday, November 19th at 11:00 a.m. at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Blairstown, Iowa.&nbsp; The family will host a celebration of life gathering beginning at 12:00 noon at the American Legion Hall in Belle Plaine, Iowa. Jim was born June 4, 1941, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to James and Alma Margaret (Peggy) Gosnell. He was united in marriage to Beverly Karen Boyer on December 31, 1964, in Unionville, Iowa. The Gosnells spent 48 years in Blairstown, Iowa before moving to Ankeny in August of 2020, then Jim moved to Missouri following Karen's death in January 2021. Jim was a Radarange Inspector for Amana Refrigeration and a long-time member of the Marengo Church of the Nazarene. Jim is survived by his daughters, Vonita (Michael) Hill of Eureka, Missouri and Tammy (James) Gauer of Olathe, Kansas; son, Nicholas (Pamela) Gosnell of Inman, Kansas; ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a sister, Carol Simmons, along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Karen; his brother, Bill; and his brother-in-law, Norman M. Simmons, Sr. Though dementia made his final years difficult, he had a love for talking about heaven in his lucid moments that gives us no doubt that his hope resided there. He loved Jesus and believed that he is the one and only way to true eternal joy. What a day of rejoicing it is for us to know he is where he always wanted to be. We want everyone who reads this to join him.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://give.nazarene.org/" target="_blank">give.nazarene.org</a>.

James Franklin (Jim) Gosnell |1941-2022|

Eldon Lee Belote, 83, of Nickerson, died November 9, 2022, at his home. He was born April 14, 1939, in Sylvia, to Harold I. and Edna E. (Dunn) Belote.

Eldon attended Sterling High School. He worked as a refrigeration air-conditioning technician at KDOT for 33 years. A hard worker, Eldon also worked at McQueen Auto Salvage and did some farming, but was most passionate about auto body repair. He was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church.

Eldon is survived by: his companion, Grace Hockett of Hutchinson; children, Cherl Blanton of Stafford, Delois Marler (Rob) of Newton, Cindy Ragsdale (Jim) of Hutchinson, Donald Belote (Teresa) of Lyons, Rex Belote (Tammy), Lonnie Belote (Dainta), Eldon Belote II, all of Hutchinson; brothers, Wesley Belote of Wichita, Larry Belote of Sylvia; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and many extended family members.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Lloyd and Harold; and a granddaughter, Mackenzie Belote.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park.

The service will be livestreamed and the link below to view it will be available at 10:15 a.m. the day of the service

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Eldon Lee Belote, 83, of Nickerson, died November 9, 2022, at his home. He was born April 14, 1939, in Sylvia, to Harold I. and Edna E. (Dunn) Belote.Eldon attended Sterling High School. He worked as a refrigeration air-conditioning technician at KDOT for 33 years. A hard worker, Eldon also worked at McQueen Auto Salvage and did some farming, but was most passionate about auto body repair. He was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church.Eldon is survived by: his companion, Grace Hockett of Hutchinson; children, Cherl Blanton of Stafford, Delois Marler (Rob) of Newton, Cindy Ragsdale (Jim) of Hutchinson, Donald Belote (Teresa) of Lyons, Rex Belote (Tammy), Lonnie Belote (Dainta), Eldon Belote II, all of Hutchinson; brothers, Wesley Belote of Wichita, Larry Belote of Sylvia; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and many extended family members.He was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Lloyd and Harold; and a granddaughter, Mackenzie Belote.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park.The service will be livestreamed and the link below to view it will be available at 10:15 a.m. the day of the service<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY2ODEzMDc4MTIxODQ3NSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the service</a>Friends may call from 9 am. to 8 p.m., with family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.

Eldon Lee Belote  |1939-2022|  

James "Jim" Milton Shriver, 80, passed away Monday, November 7, 2022 surrounded by family. He was born on March 13, 1942 in Pratt to Paul and Wanda (Storey) Shriver. James graduated from Coats High School in 1960. He attended Pratt Junior College and Pitt State. He worked as a farmer. He enjoyed racing and building race cars and Model A's, trains, farming, meeting his friends for breakfast, lunch or coffee and family time. He is survived by his sons, Gary (Teresa) Shriver of Liberty, Missouri, Rick (Julie) Shriver of Coats and Christian Shriver of Dodge City; sister, Prudy (Ken) Lewton of Coats; grandchildren, Braeden Shriver, Josh Shriver, Keaton (Julia Myers) Sunley, Jared (Nicole Voss) Shriver and Colby (Morgan Polson) Shriver; and great-grandchildren, Bella Sunley and Emmy Myers. James "Jim" is preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book Monday, November 14. 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary with John Hamm presiding. Inurnment will be at a later date at Coats Cemetery, Coats.

James "Jim" Milton Shriver, 80, passed away Monday, November 7, 2022 surrounded by family. He was born on March 13, 1942 in Pratt to Paul and Wanda (Storey) Shriver. James graduated from Coats High School in 1960. He attended Pratt Junior College and Pitt State. He worked as a farmer. He enjoyed racing and building race cars and Model A's, trains, farming, meeting his friends for breakfast, lunch or coffee and family time. He is survived by his sons, Gary (Teresa) Shriver of Liberty, Missouri, Rick (Julie) Shriver of Coats and Christian Shriver of Dodge City; sister, Prudy (Ken) Lewton of Coats; grandchildren, Braeden Shriver, Josh Shriver, Keaton (Julia Myers) Sunley, Jared (Nicole Voss) Shriver and Colby (Morgan Polson) Shriver; and great-grandchildren, Bella Sunley and Emmy Myers. James "Jim" is preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book Monday, November 14. 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary with John Hamm presiding. Inurnment will be at a later date at Coats Cemetery, Coats.

James "Jim" Milton Shriver  |1942-2022|  

Donald Dean Rounds of McPherson, died Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at McPherson Hospital at the age of 95.&nbsp;

Donald was born on October 4, 1927, at 703 Walnut, Enid, Oklahoma. He was the first child of Jasper William Rounds and Hazel Marie (Smith) Rounds.&nbsp;

The family moved to Blackwell, Oklahoma when Donald was nine months old.&nbsp; He attended the first four grades of school at Lincoln.&nbsp; The family moved to McPherson, Kansas in 1938.&nbsp; Donald finished the fifth grade at Washington Elementary School and sixth grade at Roosevelt School.&nbsp; He attended Park Junior High and one year at McPherson High School.&nbsp; He graduated from Central College Academy in 1945, where he played basketball and softball.&nbsp; It was at this time, he started using the name Don, much to the displeasure of his father.

World War II was coming to a close so to avoid the draft, Don talked his parents into signing papers so he could enlist in the Navy.&nbsp; Four weeks into boot camp, Don had the opportunity to transfer to the Seabee Branch of the Navy.&nbsp; He was stationed on Samara Island in the Philippines for nine months.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in 1946 as a Motor Machinist Mate 3rd&nbsp;Class.

Don completed Associate Degree at Central College in McPherson, in 1948.&nbsp; He played basketball and baseball while in college.

Don married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Alene Meyer.&nbsp; They were married at Cole Memorial Free Methodist Church in Kansas City, on July 1, 1947.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with three sons; Michael Dean, Bradley Kent, and Brett Kelly. Joyce preceded Don in death on July 21, 1987.

Don worked as Assistant County Engineer and retired from National Cooperative Refinery Association as Products Pipeline and Terminal Superintendent, after 30 years of service.&nbsp; The family moved from McPherson, KS in 1960 for Don’s employment with NCRA.&nbsp; Don moved back to McPherson in 1990 to be close to his family, church friends, and college friends.

On October 17, 1991, Don was united in marriage to Neva F. (Duncan) McCormick, in McPherson.&nbsp; They enjoyed married life together for 23 years.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2014.

He is survived by his son, Kelly (Linda) Rounds of McPherson; four grandchildren, Wayne (Brittany) Rounds, Kenny (Stacey) Rounds, Lacee Green, and Kim Robinson; two step-grandchildren, Christy (Erik) Velazquez and Cameron (Carol) Crick; seven great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wives, a brother, Bob Rounds, two sisters, Elsie Landess and Wanda Wash; two sons, Michael Dean Rounds and Bradley Kent Rounds.&nbsp;

The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Sunday, November 13, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, November 14, at McPherson Free Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Donald Dean Rounds of McPherson, died Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at McPherson Hospital at the age of 95.&nbsp;Donald was born on October 4, 1927, at 703 Walnut, Enid, Oklahoma. He was the first child of Jasper William Rounds and Hazel Marie (Smith) Rounds.&nbsp;The family moved to Blackwell, Oklahoma when Donald was nine months old.&nbsp; He attended the first four grades of school at Lincoln.&nbsp; The family moved to McPherson, Kansas in 1938.&nbsp; Donald finished the fifth grade at Washington Elementary School and sixth grade at Roosevelt School.&nbsp; He attended Park Junior High and one year at McPherson High School.&nbsp; He graduated from Central College Academy in 1945, where he played basketball and softball.&nbsp; It was at this time, he started using the name Don, much to the displeasure of his father.World War II was coming to a close so to avoid the draft, Don talked his parents into signing papers so he could enlist in the Navy.&nbsp; Four weeks into boot camp, Don had the opportunity to transfer to the Seabee Branch of the Navy.&nbsp; He was stationed on Samara Island in the Philippines for nine months.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in 1946 as a Motor Machinist Mate 3rd&nbsp;Class.Don completed Associate Degree at Central College in McPherson, in 1948.&nbsp; He played basketball and baseball while in college.Don married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Alene Meyer.&nbsp; They were married at Cole Memorial Free Methodist Church in Kansas City, on July 1, 1947.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with three sons; Michael Dean, Bradley Kent, and Brett Kelly. Joyce preceded Don in death on July 21, 1987.Don worked as Assistant County Engineer and retired from National Cooperative Refinery Association as Products Pipeline and Terminal Superintendent, after 30 years of service.&nbsp; The family moved from McPherson, KS in 1960 for Don’s employment with NCRA.&nbsp; Don moved back to McPherson in 1990 to be close to his family, church friends, and college friends.On October 17, 1991, Don was united in marriage to Neva F. (Duncan) McCormick, in McPherson.&nbsp; They enjoyed married life together for 23 years.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2014.He is survived by his son, Kelly (Linda) Rounds of McPherson; four grandchildren, Wayne (Brittany) Rounds, Kenny (Stacey) Rounds, Lacee Green, and Kim Robinson; two step-grandchildren, Christy (Erik) Velazquez and Cameron (Carol) Crick; seven great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, wives, a brother, Bob Rounds, two sisters, Elsie Landess and Wanda Wash; two sons, Michael Dean Rounds and Bradley Kent Rounds.&nbsp;The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Sunday, November 13, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, November 14, at McPherson Free Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Donald Dean Rounds  |1927-2022|  

Alvin Huxman passed away November 8, 2022.&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Lydia; his six siblings: Milton, Victor, Irene, Marvin, Millie and Dale; his son Wayne; and his great-granddaughter Lyra.

His survived by his wife Arlene; brother-in-law, Merlin (Laverta Moody) Krehbiel; sisters-in-law, Letha Warkentin and Bessie Huxman; children Marilyn (Leon) Regier, Alan (Patty) Huxman and Dean Huxman; grandchildren: AJ Regier, Matthew (Joanna) Regier, Andrew (Carolyn) Regier, Lucas Regier, and Kate (Andrew Corrubia) Huxman; great-grandchildren: Alyssa, Micah, Anna, Caden, Megan, Lizzie, Abby, Luke, Kayleigh, and Simon.

Alvin was born on March 31, 1929 and grew up working on the family farm west of Pretty Prairie and helping neighboring farmers. He graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1948.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On November 7th, 1951, Alvin joined the Army and served in the Korean Conflict as a member of the Prisoner of War Command at the Kojedo prison camp. He was honorably discharged on October 28th, 1953.

Returning home, Alvin took a job for Santa Fe shops in Wichita, where he met and married Arlene Kaufman (Krehbiel) on July 16, 1956. Together they raised four children.&nbsp;

Alvin Huxman passed away November 8, 2022.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Lydia; his six siblings: Milton, Victor, Irene, Marvin, Millie and Dale; his son Wayne; and his great-granddaughter Lyra.His survived by his wife Arlene; brother-in-law, Merlin (Laverta Moody) Krehbiel; sisters-in-law, Letha Warkentin and Bessie Huxman; children Marilyn (Leon) Regier, Alan (Patty) Huxman and Dean Huxman; grandchildren: AJ Regier, Matthew (Joanna) Regier, Andrew (Carolyn) Regier, Lucas Regier, and Kate (Andrew Corrubia) Huxman; great-grandchildren: Alyssa, Micah, Anna, Caden, Megan, Lizzie, Abby, Luke, Kayleigh, and Simon.Alvin was born on March 31, 1929 and grew up working on the family farm west of Pretty Prairie and helping neighboring farmers. He graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1948.&nbsp;&nbsp;On November 7th, 1951, Alvin joined the Army and served in the Korean Conflict as a member of the Prisoner of War Command at the Kojedo prison camp. He was honorably discharged on October 28th, 1953.Returning home, Alvin took a job for Santa Fe shops in Wichita, where he met and married Arlene Kaufman (Krehbiel) on July 16, 1956. Together they raised four children.&nbsp;In 1962, the family moved to Topeka, where Alvin finished 37 years as a carman for the Santa Fe Railroad. Upon retirement, Alvin and Arlene returned to Pretty Prairie in 1994 where they were active in the community as well as the Pretty Prairie 1st Mennonite Church where they were members. Alvin and Arlene also delivered meals for the Senior Center.Alvin was an expert welder and enjoyed carpentry and engineering creative solutions for his garage. His family remembers his sharp pool skills, his love of cars, his harmonica collection, and his wry sense of humor.Memorials may be made with Mennonite Friendship Communities in care of Livingston Funeral Home.Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 at the First Mennonite Church in Pretty Prairie. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will be at the First Mennonite Church Cemetery.

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