Doyle R. Ramsey, 71, passed away Friday, November 25, 2022, at his home.&nbsp; He was born March 9, 1951, in Great Bend, KS, to Olen O. and Alma M. (Rich) Ramsey.

After graduating from McPherson College, McPherson, KS, Doyle began his career as an accountant, ultimately landing at Republic Paperboard, where he worked for nearly 20 years, holding positions from Cost Accountant to Executive Vice-President, until his retirement.&nbsp; He enjoyed softball, basketball, singing and playing guitar in the church choir.&nbsp; Family and friends were a focal point of his life.

On September 20, 1974, Doyle married Roberta ‘Bobbi’ A. Ramsey.&nbsp; They shared over 45 years of marriage, prior to her death in 2020.

He is survived by:&nbsp; his daughter, Theresa (Mark) Walton of Hutchinson; granddaughter, Mahlyn Walton of Hutchinson; sisters, Sharon (Keith) Church and Donna (Ron) Alumbaugh, both of McPherson, KS; brothers, Gene (Mary) Ramsey of Hutchinson and Lowell (Jenny) Ramsey of Tecumseh, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Doyle was preceded in death by: his wife, Bobbi; parents; and brother, Charles Ramsey.

Parish Rosary will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, December 3, 2022, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m., at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 E. 5th Avenue, Hutchinson, with Father Matt Glazier officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, December 2, 2022, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The casket will remain closed.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Teresa Catholic Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Doyle R. Ramsey, 71, passed away Friday, November 25, 2022, at his home.&nbsp; He was born March 9, 1951, in Great Bend, KS, to Olen O. and Alma M. (Rich) Ramsey.After graduating from McPherson College, McPherson, KS, Doyle began his career as an accountant, ultimately landing at Republic Paperboard, where he worked for nearly 20 years, holding positions from Cost Accountant to Executive Vice-President, until his retirement.&nbsp; He enjoyed softball, basketball, singing and playing guitar in the church choir.&nbsp; Family and friends were a focal point of his life.On September 20, 1974, Doyle married Roberta ‘Bobbi’ A. Ramsey.&nbsp; They shared over 45 years of marriage, prior to her death in 2020.He is survived by:&nbsp; his daughter, Theresa (Mark) Walton of Hutchinson; granddaughter, Mahlyn Walton of Hutchinson; sisters, Sharon (Keith) Church and Donna (Ron) Alumbaugh, both of McPherson, KS; brothers, Gene (Mary) Ramsey of Hutchinson and Lowell (Jenny) Ramsey of Tecumseh, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.Doyle was preceded in death by: his wife, Bobbi; parents; and brother, Charles Ramsey.Parish Rosary will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, December 3, 2022, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m., at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 E. 5th Avenue, Hutchinson, with Father Matt Glazier officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, December 2, 2022, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The casket will remain closed.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Teresa Catholic Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Doyle R. Ramsey |1951-2022|

Born at the height of the depression in Marion, Kansas on December 15, 1934, Kathleen R. Blew Zimmerman (née Peterson) was one of six children born to George L. and Ilene F. Peterson (née Burgess). Kathleen peacefully entered the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 26, 2022.

Kathleen was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ of Inman where she married Ross Blew in 1955. She later married Dale Zimmerman in 1979 in Nevada, both deceased.

A lifetime resident of the Inman and Hutchinson area, Kathleen attended Hopewell, a one room country schoolhouse in Rice County, through the eighth grade and graduated from Inman High School in 1953. In the 1960’s Kathleen and Ross enjoyed square dancing on weekends with the Lads and Plaids. Over the years Kathleen became an avid bowler and never let it be forgotten she hit a score of 200 on three occasions! Kathleen’s family was involved in 4-H and she became a cooking leader with 4-H. She assisted Verna Hofmeier in making home cooked meals at Countryside Elementary School and after 20 Years with Central Bank and Trust retired in 1996. Kathleen served on the Sunday School Board, the Church Board as the financial secretary, and served with amazing women in the Women’s Fellowship at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ.

Kathleen is survived by her three children: Curt Blew, Inman; Pamela Scholze, Los Angeles; Ken (Cindy) Blew, Wamego; and six grandchildren: Cami Blew, Atlanta; Ryan (Paige) Blew, Inman; Christina Scholze and Caroline Scholze, Los Angeles; Tyra Blew, Orlando; Taren (Shane) Neel, Wamego; and four great grandchildren: Ryder and Ellison Blew, Maya and Chloe Neel. She is survived by her dearly cherished sisters, Marcelyn Wittorff, and Phyllis Knackstedt, both of Inman; Stepchildren: Carolyn Pauls, Teresa Boykin, Steve Zimmerman and Julie Davis-Windler.

Kathleen was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, LeRoy, Kenneth and Jim Peterson; brothers-in-law, Arnold Wittorff and Gene Allen Knackstedt, son-in-law, Alfred Scholze; grandson, Christopher Blew; as well as her close and dearly loved sisters-in-law, Maxine Hutton, LoRee Blew, Audrey Peterson and Elaine Peterson. A testament to the strong and loving women connected by the Peterson/Blew union.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022, at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 111 N. Pine St., Inman.&nbsp; Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Inman.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Inman or Hospice House, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

The family wishes to thank all the Hospice House employees and volunteers for the loving care provided to Kathleen.

Now that Kathleen is no longer with us, let us continue her legacy in honor of the life she lived.

Born at the height of the depression in Marion, Kansas on December 15, 1934, Kathleen R. Blew Zimmerman (née Peterson) was one of six children born to George L. and Ilene F. Peterson (née Burgess). Kathleen peacefully entered the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 26, 2022.Kathleen was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ of Inman where she married Ross Blew in 1955. She later married Dale Zimmerman in 1979 in Nevada, both deceased.A lifetime resident of the Inman and Hutchinson area, Kathleen attended Hopewell, a one room country schoolhouse in Rice County, through the eighth grade and graduated from Inman High School in 1953. In the 1960’s Kathleen and Ross enjoyed square dancing on weekends with the Lads and Plaids. Over the years Kathleen became an avid bowler and never let it be forgotten she hit a score of 200 on three occasions! Kathleen’s family was involved in 4-H and she became a cooking leader with 4-H. She assisted Verna Hofmeier in making home cooked meals at Countryside Elementary School and after 20 Years with Central Bank and Trust retired in 1996. Kathleen served on the Sunday School Board, the Church Board as the financial secretary, and served with amazing women in the Women’s Fellowship at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ.Kathleen is survived by her three children: Curt Blew, Inman; Pamela Scholze, Los Angeles; Ken (Cindy) Blew, Wamego; and six grandchildren: Cami Blew, Atlanta; Ryan (Paige) Blew, Inman; Christina Scholze and Caroline Scholze, Los Angeles; Tyra Blew, Orlando; Taren (Shane) Neel, Wamego; and four great grandchildren: Ryder and Ellison Blew, Maya and Chloe Neel. She is survived by her dearly cherished sisters, Marcelyn Wittorff, and Phyllis Knackstedt, both of Inman; Stepchildren: Carolyn Pauls, Teresa Boykin, Steve Zimmerman and Julie Davis-Windler.Kathleen was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, LeRoy, Kenneth and Jim Peterson; brothers-in-law, Arnold Wittorff and Gene Allen Knackstedt, son-in-law, Alfred Scholze; grandson, Christopher Blew; as well as her close and dearly loved sisters-in-law, Maxine Hutton, LoRee Blew, Audrey Peterson and Elaine Peterson. A testament to the strong and loving women connected by the Peterson/Blew union.&nbsp;Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022, at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 111 N. Pine St., Inman.&nbsp; Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Inman.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Inman or Hospice House, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.The family wishes to thank all the Hospice House employees and volunteers for the loving care provided to Kathleen.Now that Kathleen is no longer with us, let us continue her legacy in honor of the life she lived.

Kathleen R. Blew Zimmerman |1934-2022|

Hillsboro - Seth Michael Mader, 16, passed away November 26, 2022 at the Marion County Lake. 

 He was born April 7, 2006 in Newton to Michael and Erin (Hein) Mader.  Survivors include: parents: Michael and Erin Mader of Hillsboro; brother, Sean Mader; sister, Sage Mader; grandparents, Dean and Beth Hein of rural Hillsboro; grandma, Wanda Myers of Altoona, Kansas; grandma, Janice Mader of Owasso, Oklahoma.  Predeceased by his grandpa, Cecil Mader in 2022. 

 Celebration 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 2, 2022 at the Marion County Lake East side of the Dam to celebrate the Life of Seth.  Public viewing from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. 

Memorials to the Seth Mader Memorial Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at <a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.

Hillsboro - Seth Michael Mader, 16, passed away November 26, 2022 at the Marion County Lake. He was born April 7, 2006 in Newton to Michael and Erin (Hein) Mader. Survivors include: parents: Michael and Erin Mader of Hillsboro; brother, Sean Mader; sister, Sage Mader; grandparents, Dean and Beth Hein of rural Hillsboro; grandma, Wanda Myers of Altoona, Kansas; grandma, Janice Mader of Owasso, Oklahoma. Predeceased by his grandpa, Cecil Mader in 2022. Celebration 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 2, 2022 at the Marion County Lake East side of the Dam to celebrate the Life of Seth. Public viewing from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials to the Seth Mader Memorial Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at <a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.

Seth Michael Mader |2006-2022|

Thomas Ray Hammersmith, a gregarious and genuine personality who had the ability to instantly connect with others and never met a stranger, died November 22, 2022, surrounded by the love of his wife and three children, his mother, his siblings and their families, and all of his friends. He was 50.

Please join us at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith">https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith</a>&nbsp;to celebrate Tom’s life by leaving memorial notes, prayers, photos, and other remembrances.

Although Tom’s life here on earth was cut short, his time with us was full of joy, love and creativity.

Above all, Tom treasured his family and loved his wife of 17 years, Megan, and their three children, Owen, Eli and Anna. Tom and Megan built a life together, focused on raising their children in the Catholic faith.

Tom was also a devoted son, sibling and uncle.

Tom’s faith was important to him.&nbsp; He was a member of Church of the Holy Cross and the Knights of Columbus.

Having had the challenge of health adversities early in his life, Tom was always ready to celebrate the joy of life.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time with his family and his friends.&nbsp; He was up for a celebration anywhere at any time, but he particularly enjoyed time spent at the golf course, camping at the lake, traveling with his family, vacationing to Las Vegas with friends and family, watching football in his shop, playing cards and laughing with friends. The light in his shop was always left on because Tom was never too busy to welcome the company of family and friends.

Tom was born August 5, 1972, in Plainville, to Alfred “Al” and Mary (Hammerschmidt) Hammersmith. Tom graduated from Ellinwood High School in 1991 and received his bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University. He was a gifted graphic designer and artist, who had a vision for anything creative.&nbsp; Through his work, he had the opportunity to use his talents to create custom designs for many local businesses. He was also devoted to the family business, joining his father and brothers at H&amp;B Petroleum. His varied business talents impacted so many.&nbsp;

Tom is survived by: His wife, Megan Gottschalk-Hammersmith and their three children, Owen, Eli, and Anna, all of Hutchinson; mother, Mary Hammersmith of Hays; siblings, Joe Hammersmith (Karen), Mike Hammersmith (Angie), all of Hutchinson, and Sarah Balthazor (Steve) of Hays; mother-in-law, Midge Gottschalk of Hutchinson; sisters-in-law, Peggy Gottschalk-Rust of Hutchinson and Jennifer Lepentis (Bill) of Kansas City; brother-in-law, Mike Gottschalk of Minnesota; nieces and nephews, Mariah, Morgan, Alex, Becca, and Isaac Hammersmith, Philippe Manga, Sophia, Evan, and Lydia Balthazor, Morgan, Lauren, and Joshua Rust, and Eleni Lepentis; and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Al Hammersmith and father-in-law, Don Gottschalk.

Parish Rosary will be 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2022, both at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating.&nbsp; Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends following the Rosary at the church Tuesday evening.

The church will livestream both the Parish Rosary and the Mass on their YouTube page,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_FFDjkDo830LPwk7WR50g">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_FFDjkDo830LPwk7WR50g</a>.&nbsp; The link will also be added after the Mass on Wednesday to the obituary.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be submitted to the Eli Hammersmith Trust, in support of Tom and Megan’s middle child who was born with a developmental delay. The trust allows Eli’s family to advocate for resources on Eli’s behalf.&nbsp; Donations may be made payable to the Eli Hammersmith Trust and submitted in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Tom’s absence will be felt by so many, but his impact in this world will live on through his creative work and his loving relationships with his wife, children, family, and friends.

Well done, good and faithful servant.&nbsp; “I’ll leave the light on for you.”&nbsp;

Thomas Ray Hammersmith, a gregarious and genuine personality who had the ability to instantly connect with others and never met a stranger, died November 22, 2022, surrounded by the love of his wife and three children, his mother, his siblings and their families, and all of his friends. He was 50.Please join us at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith">https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith</a>&nbsp;to celebrate Tom’s life by leaving memorial notes, prayers, photos, and other remembrances.Although Tom’s life here on earth was cut short, his time with us was full of joy, love and creativity.Above all, Tom treasured his family and loved his wife of 17 years, Megan, and their three children, Owen, Eli and Anna. Tom and Megan built a life together, focused on raising their children in the Catholic faith.Tom was also a devoted son, sibling and uncle.Tom’s faith was important to him.&nbsp; He was a member of Church of the Holy Cross and the Knights of Columbus.Having had the challenge of health adversities early in his life, Tom was always ready to celebrate the joy of life.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time with his family and his friends.&nbsp; He was up for a celebration anywhere at any time, but he particularly enjoyed time spent at the golf course, camping at the lake, traveling with his family, vacationing to Las Vegas with friends and family, watching football in his shop, playing cards and laughing with friends. The light in his shop was always left on because Tom was never too busy to welcome the company of family and friends.Tom was born August 5, 1972, in Plainville, to Alfred “Al” and Mary (Hammerschmidt) Hammersmith. Tom graduated from Ellinwood High School in 1991 and received his bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University. He was a gifted graphic designer and artist, who had a vision for anything creative.&nbsp; Through his work, he had the opportunity to use his talents to create custom designs for many local businesses. He was also devoted to the family business, joining his father and brothers at H&amp;B Petroleum. His varied business talents impacted so many.&nbsp;Tom is survived by: His wife, Megan Gottschalk-Hammersmith and their three children, Owen, Eli, and Anna, all of Hutchinson; mother, Mary Hammersmith of Hays; siblings, Joe Hammersmith (Karen), Mike Hammersmith (Angie), all of Hutchinson, and Sarah Balthazor (Steve) of Hays; mother-in-law, Midge Gottschalk of Hutchinson; sisters-in-law, Peggy Gottschalk-Rust of Hutchinson and Jennifer Lepentis (Bill) of Kansas City; brother-in-law, Mike Gottschalk of Minnesota; nieces and nephews, Mariah, Morgan, Alex, Becca, and Isaac Hammersmith, Philippe Manga, Sophia, Evan, and Lydia Balthazor, Morgan, Lauren, and Joshua Rust, and Eleni Lepentis; and a host of friends.He was preceded in death by his father, Al Hammersmith and father-in-law, Don Gottschalk.Parish Rosary will be 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2022, both at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating.&nbsp; Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends following the Rosary at the church Tuesday evening.The church will livestream both the Parish Rosary and the Mass on their YouTube page,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_FFDjkDo830LPwk7WR50g">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_FFDjkDo830LPwk7WR50g</a>.&nbsp; The link will also be added after the Mass on Wednesday to the obituary.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be submitted to the Eli Hammersmith Trust, in support of Tom and Megan’s middle child who was born with a developmental delay. The trust allows Eli’s family to advocate for resources on Eli’s behalf.&nbsp; Donations may be made payable to the Eli Hammersmith Trust and submitted in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.Tom’s absence will be felt by so many, but his impact in this world will live on through his creative work and his loving relationships with his wife, children, family, and friends.Well done, good and faithful servant.&nbsp; “I’ll leave the light on for you.”&nbsp;

Thomas Ray Hammersmith |1972-2022|

John Thomas (Tom) Jenkins, 72, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, in Emporia, KS. Tom was born on January 27, 1950, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, the son of Norman S. and Margie L. (Bowman) Jenkins. Tom worked for Panhandle Eastern Pipeline and retired after more than 40 years of service. On December 23, 1973, he married Connie S. Hamm in Greensburg, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Mary Summers.

Tom is survived by his wife, Connie Jenkins; three children, Heather (David) Serviss, Jennifer (Ryan) Balkenhol, and Ryan Jenkins; six grandchildren, D.J. (Brandy) Serviss, Megan (Tristen) Pike, Logan Serviss, Ansen, Corbin, and Holden Balkenhol; and two great grandchildren, Gentry and Miles Serviss. Tom’s wishes were to be an organ donor and cremation will follow. There will be a private family service held at a later date. In Tom’s memory, memorial contributions can be made to Ducks Unlimited at <a href="http://www.ducks.org/get-involved/memorial-giving">www.ducks.org/get-involved/memorial-giving</a>.

John Thomas (Tom) Jenkins, 72, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, in Emporia, KS. Tom was born on January 27, 1950, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, the son of Norman S. and Margie L. (Bowman) Jenkins. Tom worked for Panhandle Eastern Pipeline and retired after more than 40 years of service. On December 23, 1973, he married Connie S. Hamm in Greensburg, KS.He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Mary Summers.Tom is survived by his wife, Connie Jenkins; three children, Heather (David) Serviss, Jennifer (Ryan) Balkenhol, and Ryan Jenkins; six grandchildren, D.J. (Brandy) Serviss, Megan (Tristen) Pike, Logan Serviss, Ansen, Corbin, and Holden Balkenhol; and two great grandchildren, Gentry and Miles Serviss. Tom’s wishes were to be an organ donor and cremation will follow. There will be a private family service held at a later date. In Tom’s memory, memorial contributions can be made to Ducks Unlimited at <a href="http://www.ducks.org/get-involved/memorial-giving">www.ducks.org/get-involved/memorial-giving</a>.

John Thomas (Tom) Jenkins

Kent Craig Adams, 73, passed away peacefully in Wichita on November 19, 2022 surrounded by family.&nbsp; Kent was born on March 3, 1949 in Great Bend, the eldest child of Harry and Barbara Bryant Adams.&nbsp;

After graduating from high school in Great Bend, Kent joined the U.S. Navy in February 1969.&nbsp; He spent the majority of his military service as an electronics specialist stationed on the submarine support ship, the USS Dixon, in San Diego, California.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in February 1975 after finishing his military service in the Navy Reserve.&nbsp;

Kent is survived by his wife, Sharon Volker Ochs, of Hutchinson; his stepson, Eric Ochs, of Wichita; two sisters, Brenda Ybarra, of Mound Valley and Gale (Ron) Briscoe, of Wichita; and a brother, Lynn (Ann) Adams, of Bison.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;

Kent had a career in construction and was a member of the Plumber and Pipefitters Union Local #441.&nbsp; He traveled in his job, working in a number of states.&nbsp; He accumulated a long list of friends who he remained in contact with even after moving on and retiring in 2011.&nbsp;

Kent was outgoing and could be found in the local hardware and lumber stores in his blue bib overalls talking with staff and customers, always ready to share his own experience with construction methods and materials.&nbsp;&nbsp; He built his own house in rural Hutchinson and enjoyed fishing at Kansas lakes, gardening, and working on his acreage.&nbsp; He always had several projects to keep him busy but also found time for his family and his cats.&nbsp; He was a beloved uncle to all his nieces and nephews.&nbsp; And he always had a way to make his loved ones laugh.

A graveside service will take place at the Stafford Cemetery in Stafford, Kansas on a date and time to be determined.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial in honor of Kent’s life to the Golden Belt Humane Society in Great Bend.&nbsp; Minnis Chapel, Stafford is in charge of arrangements.

Kent Craig Adams, 73, passed away peacefully in Wichita on November 19, 2022 surrounded by family.&nbsp; Kent was born on March 3, 1949 in Great Bend, the eldest child of Harry and Barbara Bryant Adams.&nbsp;After graduating from high school in Great Bend, Kent joined the U.S. Navy in February 1969.&nbsp; He spent the majority of his military service as an electronics specialist stationed on the submarine support ship, the USS Dixon, in San Diego, California.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in February 1975 after finishing his military service in the Navy Reserve.&nbsp;Kent is survived by his wife, Sharon Volker Ochs, of Hutchinson; his stepson, Eric Ochs, of Wichita; two sisters, Brenda Ybarra, of Mound Valley and Gale (Ron) Briscoe, of Wichita; and a brother, Lynn (Ann) Adams, of Bison.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;Kent had a career in construction and was a member of the Plumber and Pipefitters Union Local #441.&nbsp; He traveled in his job, working in a number of states.&nbsp; He accumulated a long list of friends who he remained in contact with even after moving on and retiring in 2011.&nbsp;Kent was outgoing and could be found in the local hardware and lumber stores in his blue bib overalls talking with staff and customers, always ready to share his own experience with construction methods and materials.&nbsp;&nbsp; He built his own house in rural Hutchinson and enjoyed fishing at Kansas lakes, gardening, and working on his acreage.&nbsp; He always had several projects to keep him busy but also found time for his family and his cats.&nbsp; He was a beloved uncle to all his nieces and nephews.&nbsp; And he always had a way to make his loved ones laugh.A graveside service will take place at the Stafford Cemetery in Stafford, Kansas on a date and time to be determined.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial in honor of Kent’s life to the Golden Belt Humane Society in Great Bend.&nbsp; Minnis Chapel, Stafford is in charge of arrangements.

Kent Craig Adams  |1949-2022|  

Luceda Ann “Lucy” Hager, 84, of Lyons, passed away November 23, 2022, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. She was born September 23, 1938, on the family farm in Rush County, the daughter of Wendelin and Rose Mary Leiker Urban. 

Lucy has resided in Lyons for the past eleven years, formerly of Geneseo, Kansas. She was a homemaker. Lucy was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons and the St. Paul Altar Society. She enjoyed gardening, was an excellent cook and baker, and most of all loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

On November 12, 1957, Lucy was united in marriage with John A. Hager in LaCrosse. He preceded her in death on September 30, 2009. She is also preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Norbert Urban and Justin Urban; two sisters, Bernita Clair and Alice Heeps; six brothers-in-law, Jack Clair, Leo Heeps, Ken Geibler, Millard Schloemer, Loren Frank, and Jim Flashon; and three sisters-in-law, Wilma Frank, Betty Lou Young, and Gloria Hager. Lucy is survived by her three children, Randy Hager of Geneseo, Rick Hager and wife Jo Ann of Lyons, and Rhonda Hunt and husband Brad of Lyons; three sisters, Edna Geibler of Hays, KS, Charlene Kreutzer and husband Bob of Stafford, and Doris Armstrong of Springfield, MO; four sisters-in-law, Mary Urban of LaCrosse, Elsie Urban of LaCrosse, JoAnn Hager of Salina, and Marlene Flashon of Moundridge; two grandchildren, Tara Reyes of Hutchinson, and Taylor Lowe and husband Scott of New Bern, NC; two great-grandchildren, Jameson Reyes and Carver Lowe; and numerous niece and nephews. 

Funeral mass will be at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons, with Father Michael Brungardt officiating. Burial will follow at the Lyons Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons, with family present. A Parish Rosary will be said at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Luceda Ann “Lucy” Hager, 84, of Lyons, passed away November 23, 2022, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. She was born September 23, 1938, on the family farm in Rush County, the daughter of Wendelin and Rose Mary Leiker Urban. Lucy has resided in Lyons for the past eleven years, formerly of Geneseo, Kansas. She was a homemaker. Lucy was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons and the St. Paul Altar Society. She enjoyed gardening, was an excellent cook and baker, and most of all loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. On November 12, 1957, Lucy was united in marriage with John A. Hager in LaCrosse. He preceded her in death on September 30, 2009. She is also preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Norbert Urban and Justin Urban; two sisters, Bernita Clair and Alice Heeps; six brothers-in-law, Jack Clair, Leo Heeps, Ken Geibler, Millard Schloemer, Loren Frank, and Jim Flashon; and three sisters-in-law, Wilma Frank, Betty Lou Young, and Gloria Hager. Lucy is survived by her three children, Randy Hager of Geneseo, Rick Hager and wife Jo Ann of Lyons, and Rhonda Hunt and husband Brad of Lyons; three sisters, Edna Geibler of Hays, KS, Charlene Kreutzer and husband Bob of Stafford, and Doris Armstrong of Springfield, MO; four sisters-in-law, Mary Urban of LaCrosse, Elsie Urban of LaCrosse, JoAnn Hager of Salina, and Marlene Flashon of Moundridge; two grandchildren, Tara Reyes of Hutchinson, and Taylor Lowe and husband Scott of New Bern, NC; two great-grandchildren, Jameson Reyes and Carver Lowe; and numerous niece and nephews. Funeral mass will be at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons, with Father Michael Brungardt officiating. Burial will follow at the Lyons Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons, with family present. A Parish Rosary will be said at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Luceda Ann “Lucy” Hager  |1938-2022|  

Arleen R. Branson, 96, of Lyons, passed away November 22, 2022, at Country Living of Lyons. She was born April 20, 1926, on her parents’ farm south of Bushton, the daughter of Elmer and Anna Schroeder Wesseler. 

Arleen had stated that she had a fun and interesting childhood growing up on the farm with her brother Orville. She was the last surviving member of the class of 1944 at Bushton High School. Arleen attended Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas and then Adela Hale Business Career School in Hutchinson, Kansas. She returned to Lyons to start her young adult life and worked in Lyons for the Rice County Ag Department and in the office of the local physician, Dr. Hill. Arleen met and married A.L. “Linc” Branson in Lyons in 1947 and over the next 30 years raised their family of four children and helped Linc manage and operate the family-owned trucking company, Branson Truck Line. When they sold the truck line in 1979, they spent the next fifteen years living in various parts of the United States, but never sold their home in Lyons, and returned to it to live out their retirement years. 

After the passing of her husband in 2004, Arleen lived in Lyons, Hutchinson, Great Bend, and Kansas City for the next ten years. She returned to Lyons once again for the third time in 2018 for the rest of her life. Arleen was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Lyons, Order of the Eastern Star, and former President of Rice County Food Bank. She enjoyed volunteering for the Lyons Chamber of Commerce. 

She is survived by her three children, Donald Branson and wife Carl Connor of Prairie Village, Gaila Demel and husband Maurice of Ellinwood, and Nancy Lester and husband Morgan of Melbourne, FL; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Arleen is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Pamela Branson and LaVonda Branson; sons-in-law, Daryle Nielsen and Conrad Odell; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Nielsen; brother, Orville Wesseler; and granddaughter, Debbie Nerich. 

Funeral service will be at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Lyons, with Pastor Chris Lehew officiating. Arleen requested that her body be donated to the University of Kansas School of Medicine for medical student education. Memorials may be given to First United Methodist Church, Lyons or Rice County Community Foundation in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Arleen R. Branson, 96, of Lyons, passed away November 22, 2022, at Country Living of Lyons. She was born April 20, 1926, on her parents’ farm south of Bushton, the daughter of Elmer and Anna Schroeder Wesseler. Arleen had stated that she had a fun and interesting childhood growing up on the farm with her brother Orville. She was the last surviving member of the class of 1944 at Bushton High School. Arleen attended Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas and then Adela Hale Business Career School in Hutchinson, Kansas. She returned to Lyons to start her young adult life and worked in Lyons for the Rice County Ag Department and in the office of the local physician, Dr. Hill. Arleen met and married A.L. “Linc” Branson in Lyons in 1947 and over the next 30 years raised their family of four children and helped Linc manage and operate the family-owned trucking company, Branson Truck Line. When they sold the truck line in 1979, they spent the next fifteen years living in various parts of the United States, but never sold their home in Lyons, and returned to it to live out their retirement years. After the passing of her husband in 2004, Arleen lived in Lyons, Hutchinson, Great Bend, and Kansas City for the next ten years. She returned to Lyons once again for the third time in 2018 for the rest of her life. Arleen was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Lyons, Order of the Eastern Star, and former President of Rice County Food Bank. She enjoyed volunteering for the Lyons Chamber of Commerce. She is survived by her three children, Donald Branson and wife Carl Connor of Prairie Village, Gaila Demel and husband Maurice of Ellinwood, and Nancy Lester and husband Morgan of Melbourne, FL; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Arleen is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Pamela Branson and LaVonda Branson; sons-in-law, Daryle Nielsen and Conrad Odell; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Nielsen; brother, Orville Wesseler; and granddaughter, Debbie Nerich. Funeral service will be at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Lyons, with Pastor Chris Lehew officiating. Arleen requested that her body be donated to the University of Kansas School of Medicine for medical student education. Memorials may be given to First United Methodist Church, Lyons or Rice County Community Foundation in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Arleen R. Branson  |1926-2022|  

Gary Eugene “Papa G” Miller, 66, of Lyons, passed away November 20, 2022. He was born November 3, 1956, in Little River, the son of Donald E. and Marilyn A. Brown Miller. 

Gary was a lifetime Little River resident. He graduated from Little River High School with the class of 1974 and attended Hutchinson Community College. Gary was a farmer, rancher, and owner and operator of Miller Heating and Plumbing, LLC. He was a member of the Little River Jaycee’s, Little River Lions Club, and a member of Quail Forever. Gary also volunteered for the Little River Fire Department. He loved horses, roping, riding his motorcycle, classic cars, and making people laugh. He was an avid Royals, Kansas University Jayhawks, and Chiefs fan. Gary enjoyed boating at the lake with family and friends, fishing, and hunting. Most of all, Gary enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends. On September 28, 1985, Gary was united in marriage with Michelle Rome in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

She survives of the home. He is also survived by his two sons, Garrett Miller and Gavin Miller and fiancé Baylee Carey both of Lyons; brother, Larry Miller and wife Kay of Albuquerque, NM; four grandchildren, Brynlee, Quintyn, Scarlet, and Steely Miller; mother and father-in-law, James and Geri Rome of Hutchinson; two sisters-in-law, Marla Parsons and husband Troy of Hutchinson, and Melinda DeSplinter and husband Rick of Andover; brother-in-law, Mitchell Rome and wife Laura of Hutchinson; nieces; nephews; countless friends; and extended family. Gary is preceded in death by his parents. 

Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Little River, with Pastor Jeff Goetzinger and Pastor Anna Borders officiating. The service will be recorded for those who cannot attend and available on the funeral home’s website following the service. Burial will follow at the Bean Memorial Cemetery, Little River. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Monday, November 28, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Gary Eugene “Papa G” Miller, 66, of Lyons, passed away November 20, 2022. He was born November 3, 1956, in Little River, the son of Donald E. and Marilyn A. Brown Miller. Gary was a lifetime Little River resident. He graduated from Little River High School with the class of 1974 and attended Hutchinson Community College. Gary was a farmer, rancher, and owner and operator of Miller Heating and Plumbing, LLC. He was a member of the Little River Jaycee’s, Little River Lions Club, and a member of Quail Forever. Gary also volunteered for the Little River Fire Department. He loved horses, roping, riding his motorcycle, classic cars, and making people laugh. He was an avid Royals, Kansas University Jayhawks, and Chiefs fan. Gary enjoyed boating at the lake with family and friends, fishing, and hunting. Most of all, Gary enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends. On September 28, 1985, Gary was united in marriage with Michelle Rome in Las Vegas, Nevada. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his two sons, Garrett Miller and Gavin Miller and fiancé Baylee Carey both of Lyons; brother, Larry Miller and wife Kay of Albuquerque, NM; four grandchildren, Brynlee, Quintyn, Scarlet, and Steely Miller; mother and father-in-law, James and Geri Rome of Hutchinson; two sisters-in-law, Marla Parsons and husband Troy of Hutchinson, and Melinda DeSplinter and husband Rick of Andover; brother-in-law, Mitchell Rome and wife Laura of Hutchinson; nieces; nephews; countless friends; and extended family. Gary is preceded in death by his parents. Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Little River, with Pastor Jeff Goetzinger and Pastor Anna Borders officiating. The service will be recorded for those who cannot attend and available on the funeral home’s website following the service. Burial will follow at the Bean Memorial Cemetery, Little River. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Monday, November 28, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Gary Eugene “Papa G” Miller  |1956-2022|  

Bradley Nelson “Brad” Wellman, 73, of Alden, passed away November 19, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 8, 1949, in Sterling, the son of Richard and Myrtle Belden Wellman. 

Brad was a lifelong Alden and Sterling resident. He graduated from Lyons High School, with the class of 1968, and later attended Fort Hays State University and Wichita State University majoring in Fine Arts. Brad was a farmer, rancher and partner at Wellman Ranch, LLC. He was also an independent brick and stone mason, having worked for Gardner Masonry in Hutchinson for many years. Brad was a prodigious potter, enjoyed playing his guitar, was an avid reader, and a wildflower enthusiast. He was a member of the Hole in the Wall Gang in Kaycee, Wyoming. 

On May 19, 1973, Brad was united in marriage with Nancy Steen at Triumph Church, rural Sterling, which is now the Mattson residence. They later divorced. Brad is survived by his two sons, Michael Wellman and wife Susan of Hutchinson, and John Wellman and wife Carrie of Alden; daughter-in-law, Karen Wellman of Holton; brother, Greg Wellman of Sterling; sister, Emily Wellman of Alden; and seven grandchildren, Lee, Ella, Emily, Abigail, Nolan, Julie, and Sabrina. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Jesse Wellman; brother, Alan Wellman; and cousins, Alice and Royce Mattson. 

Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with Pastor Rob Bolton officiating. Burial will be at the Sterling Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Sterling Public Library in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Bradley Nelson “Brad” Wellman, 73, of Alden, passed away November 19, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born November 8, 1949, in Sterling, the son of Richard and Myrtle Belden Wellman. Brad was a lifelong Alden and Sterling resident. He graduated from Lyons High School, with the class of 1968, and later attended Fort Hays State University and Wichita State University majoring in Fine Arts. Brad was a farmer, rancher and partner at Wellman Ranch, LLC. He was also an independent brick and stone mason, having worked for Gardner Masonry in Hutchinson for many years. Brad was a prodigious potter, enjoyed playing his guitar, was an avid reader, and a wildflower enthusiast. He was a member of the Hole in the Wall Gang in Kaycee, Wyoming. On May 19, 1973, Brad was united in marriage with Nancy Steen at Triumph Church, rural Sterling, which is now the Mattson residence. They later divorced. Brad is survived by his two sons, Michael Wellman and wife Susan of Hutchinson, and John Wellman and wife Carrie of Alden; daughter-in-law, Karen Wellman of Holton; brother, Greg Wellman of Sterling; sister, Emily Wellman of Alden; and seven grandchildren, Lee, Ella, Emily, Abigail, Nolan, Julie, and Sabrina. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Jesse Wellman; brother, Alan Wellman; and cousins, Alice and Royce Mattson. Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with Pastor Rob Bolton officiating. Burial will be at the Sterling Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Sterling Public Library in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Bradley Nelson “Brad” Wellman  |1949-2022|  

Edward L. VanOrden, 95, was born at his grandmother’s home in Wichita on July 14, 1927 and died Nov. 21, 2022 at Wheatlands Healthcare Center, Kingman.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was the son of &nbsp;C. Page and Sadie&nbsp; Schultz VanOrden.

A longtime Kingman resident, previously of Derby, Kansas he retired from the Boeing Aircraft Quality Control Department.

In May of 1979, he married Donna Boyts Beck.&nbsp; Other survivors include three sons and their wives, Gary and Rita, Danny and Tracy, Marty and Deborah; daughters Kathy VanOrden and Belinda Beck; brother Mearl; sister Ruby Murray; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.

Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, Nov. 25, 2022 at the Harper Cemetery.

Edward L. VanOrden, 95, was born at his grandmother’s home in Wichita on July 14, 1927 and died Nov. 21, 2022 at Wheatlands Healthcare Center, Kingman.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was the son of &nbsp;C. Page and Sadie&nbsp; Schultz VanOrden.A longtime Kingman resident, previously of Derby, Kansas he retired from the Boeing Aircraft Quality Control Department.In May of 1979, he married Donna Boyts Beck.&nbsp; Other survivors include three sons and their wives, Gary and Rita, Danny and Tracy, Marty and Deborah; daughters Kathy VanOrden and Belinda Beck; brother Mearl; sister Ruby Murray; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, Nov. 25, 2022 at the Harper Cemetery.

Edward L. VanOrden  |1927-2022|  

Cleta Van Wye, 78, passed away in Hutchinson, Tuesday, November 22, 2022, surrounded by family.&nbsp;

She was born in Wichita, to Allen and Maxine Ward, August 2, 1944.&nbsp;

Cleta loved to crochet, knit, spending time with her grandchildren and going shopping with her granddaughter, Mystery, who never rushed her in stores.

She is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Jason), Kim (Wes) and Sandra; son, Kenny (Stella); sisters, Pam Surface and Kathy Huffman; 17 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Cleta is preceded in death by her parents and husband, James Van Wye.

Cleta Van Wye, 78, passed away in Hutchinson, Tuesday, November 22, 2022, surrounded by family.&nbsp;She was born in Wichita, to Allen and Maxine Ward, August 2, 1944.&nbsp;Cleta loved to crochet, knit, spending time with her grandchildren and going shopping with her granddaughter, Mystery, who never rushed her in stores.She is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Jason), Kim (Wes) and Sandra; son, Kenny (Stella); sisters, Pam Surface and Kathy Huffman; 17 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.&nbsp;Cleta is preceded in death by her parents and husband, James Van Wye.

Cleta Van Wye  |1944-2022|  

Tom Leonard Wendel, 83, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born July 9, 1939 in Great Bend, to Pete and Bertha (Steimel) Wendel.

Tom was raised on a small farm in Ellinwood. He attended Ellinwood High School and graduated in 1957. Following graduation, Tom enlisted in the Army Reserves. He was honorably discharged in July of 1965. On August 16, 1965 he married Marleen Hammeke at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend. They later divorced and Tom went on to marry Claudia Kay Flournoy on December 17, 1983 at St. Teresa Catholic Church in Hutchinson. After Tom was discharged from the military, he attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, where, in 1969, he received his Master’s Degree in Special Education. He was a teacher for schools in Kingman and Cunningham, and a curriculum advisor for the Institute of Logopedics in Wichita. Tom had a seat on the Council for Exceptional Children, and was also a member of The Arc of The United States for many years. One of Tom’s greatest joys came from helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Bertha Wendel; his beloved wife, Claudia Kay Greever-Wendel; and two sisters, Audrey Puckett and Catherine Birzer. He is survived by his three daughters, Angela Kimball, Tamara Thomas and Leslie Pedersen; and a brother, Jerry Wendel. There will be no public visitation as cremation was chosen. A Celebration of Tom’s Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Tom Leonard Wendel, 83, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born July 9, 1939 in Great Bend, to Pete and Bertha (Steimel) Wendel.Tom was raised on a small farm in Ellinwood. He attended Ellinwood High School and graduated in 1957. Following graduation, Tom enlisted in the Army Reserves. He was honorably discharged in July of 1965. On August 16, 1965 he married Marleen Hammeke at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend. They later divorced and Tom went on to marry Claudia Kay Flournoy on December 17, 1983 at St. Teresa Catholic Church in Hutchinson. After Tom was discharged from the military, he attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, where, in 1969, he received his Master’s Degree in Special Education. He was a teacher for schools in Kingman and Cunningham, and a curriculum advisor for the Institute of Logopedics in Wichita. Tom had a seat on the Council for Exceptional Children, and was also a member of The Arc of The United States for many years. One of Tom’s greatest joys came from helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Bertha Wendel; his beloved wife, Claudia Kay Greever-Wendel; and two sisters, Audrey Puckett and Catherine Birzer. He is survived by his three daughters, Angela Kimball, Tamara Thomas and Leslie Pedersen; and a brother, Jerry Wendel. There will be no public visitation as cremation was chosen. A Celebration of Tom’s Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Tom Leonard Wendel  |1939-2022|  

Pamela Kay Niehaus, 76, died on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at Diversicare of Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born February 3, 1946 in Conrad, Iowa to Allan and Shirley Hillygus.

Pam attended Conrad High School in Conrad, Iowa and graduated in 1959.&nbsp; She went on to work as a dental assistant in Iowa Falls, Iowa.&nbsp; She married Dennis Ray Niehaus and they had two sons, Darin and Dana Niehaus.&nbsp; Dennis passed away on December 30, 2000.&nbsp; Pam spent her time helping out at the local senior center and at her church, First Presbyterian Church in Hutchinson.&nbsp; She also enjoyed crafting.&nbsp;

Pam is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis; her son, Dana Niehaus; her sister, Darlene Crowder; and her grandparents.&nbsp;

She is survived by her son, Darin Niehaus and her close friend, Kim Walker; as well as many other friends and family.

No public visitation will be held as cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Pam will be buried next to her beloved husband and son in the spring at First Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Grundy County, Iowa.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp;

Pamela Kay Niehaus, 76, died on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at Diversicare of Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born February 3, 1946 in Conrad, Iowa to Allan and Shirley Hillygus.Pam attended Conrad High School in Conrad, Iowa and graduated in 1959.&nbsp; She went on to work as a dental assistant in Iowa Falls, Iowa.&nbsp; She married Dennis Ray Niehaus and they had two sons, Darin and Dana Niehaus.&nbsp; Dennis passed away on December 30, 2000.&nbsp; Pam spent her time helping out at the local senior center and at her church, First Presbyterian Church in Hutchinson.&nbsp; She also enjoyed crafting.&nbsp;Pam is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis; her son, Dana Niehaus; her sister, Darlene Crowder; and her grandparents.&nbsp;She is survived by her son, Darin Niehaus and her close friend, Kim Walker; as well as many other friends and family.No public visitation will be held as cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Pam will be buried next to her beloved husband and son in the spring at First Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Grundy County, Iowa.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp;

Pamela Kay Niehaus  |1946-2022|  

Patricia L. Sands, 85, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully November 22, 2022, at Hospice House of Reno County after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born September 24, 1937, in Burdett, the daughter of Everett and Opal (Epley) Ruby.

A longtime resident of Hutchinson, Pattie graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1955. She was employed at various Hutchinson stores, including Peel’s Beauty Supply. Pattie was a long-time member of Hope Church (previously Believers Tabernacle and First Assembly of God) in Hutchinson and loved her church family.

Pattie married Douglas Sands on June 25, 1960. He died May 19, 2014.

She is survived by: her children, LaDena Sands Dosdall (Gerald) of Wichita, Michael Sands (Sharon) of Lorain, OH; grandchildren, Bethany Newell (Cliff), Lindsey Long (Grant), Elizabeth Henry (Matt), Wesley Dosdall (Caitlin); great-grandchildren, Gianna, Zevulun, Luke, Logan, Clayton; sister, Kay Bergen-Potts; niece, Barbara Bergen Whitmore; and nephew, Marc Bergen (Teri).

Pattie was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Steve, Joe, and Greg Ruby.

Celebration of Life service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Hope Church, 1701 N. Main, Hutchinson, with Pastors Bobby Massey and Kendall Sheats officiating. Burial will follow in Eastside Cemetery.

The service will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.

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

Patricia L. Sands, 85, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully November 22, 2022, at Hospice House of Reno County after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born September 24, 1937, in Burdett, the daughter of Everett and Opal (Epley) Ruby.A longtime resident of Hutchinson, Pattie graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1955. She was employed at various Hutchinson stores, including Peel’s Beauty Supply. Pattie was a long-time member of Hope Church (previously Believers Tabernacle and First Assembly of God) in Hutchinson and loved her church family.Pattie married Douglas Sands on June 25, 1960. He died May 19, 2014.She is survived by: her children, LaDena Sands Dosdall (Gerald) of Wichita, Michael Sands (Sharon) of Lorain, OH; grandchildren, Bethany Newell (Cliff), Lindsey Long (Grant), Elizabeth Henry (Matt), Wesley Dosdall (Caitlin); great-grandchildren, Gianna, Zevulun, Luke, Logan, Clayton; sister, Kay Bergen-Potts; niece, Barbara Bergen Whitmore; and nephew, Marc Bergen (Teri).Pattie was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Steve, Joe, and Greg Ruby.Celebration of Life service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Hope Church, 1701 N. Main, Hutchinson, with Pastors Bobby Massey and Kendall Sheats officiating. Burial will follow in Eastside Cemetery.The service will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/HopeChurchHutchinson/">Click here to view the service</a>Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Patricia L. Sands  |1937-2022|  

Charles was born on May 30, 1955, in Newton. He is the first of six children born to Richard and Thelma “Jeep” (Tallman) Edris. Charles graduated from Remington High School as the class of 1973. He then went on to play football for Tabor College in Hillsboro. In 1977, Charles began working at Horizon Milling in Newton, and retired after 43 years of service to the flour mill.

In his free time, Charles enjoyed all things hunting and fishing, but most of all, he loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and activities. Charles’ family includes his partner, Merce Pentz, Wichita; children: Tawnya (Josh) Malecki, Hutchinson; Travis Edris, Halstead; &nbsp;Tiffany (John) Wendling, Halstead; grandchildren: MacKenzie Malecki, Nicholas Malecki, Clay Malecki, Peyton Wendling, Jackson Wendling, Leo Wendling; mother: Jeep Edris, Whitewater; siblings: Harry Edris, Whitewater; &nbsp;Dennis Edris, Whitewater; Bruce (Nanette) Edris, Whitewater; Sue (Raymond) Archer, Whitewater; &nbsp;Tina Edris Macy, Goddard; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Charles, at the age of 67, passed away on November 20, 2022, at his home in Wichita, surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his father, Richard Edris; grandparents: Charles and Violet (Moore) Tallman; Charles and Emma (Brockway) Edris.

Charles’ family will gather to greet friends on Sunday, November 27, 2022, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater, Kansas, and a funeral service for Charles will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 28, 2022, at Federated Church Whitewater, Kansas. Burial to follow at Whitewater Cemetery. Services will be led by Pastor Jason Lowery.&nbsp;

Charles was born on May 30, 1955, in Newton. He is the first of six children born to Richard and Thelma “Jeep” (Tallman) Edris. Charles graduated from Remington High School as the class of 1973. He then went on to play football for Tabor College in Hillsboro. In 1977, Charles began working at Horizon Milling in Newton, and retired after 43 years of service to the flour mill.In his free time, Charles enjoyed all things hunting and fishing, but most of all, he loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and activities. Charles’ family includes his partner, Merce Pentz, Wichita; children: Tawnya (Josh) Malecki, Hutchinson; Travis Edris, Halstead; &nbsp;Tiffany (John) Wendling, Halstead; grandchildren: MacKenzie Malecki, Nicholas Malecki, Clay Malecki, Peyton Wendling, Jackson Wendling, Leo Wendling; mother: Jeep Edris, Whitewater; siblings: Harry Edris, Whitewater; &nbsp;Dennis Edris, Whitewater; Bruce (Nanette) Edris, Whitewater; Sue (Raymond) Archer, Whitewater; &nbsp;Tina Edris Macy, Goddard; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.Charles, at the age of 67, passed away on November 20, 2022, at his home in Wichita, surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his father, Richard Edris; grandparents: Charles and Violet (Moore) Tallman; Charles and Emma (Brockway) Edris.Charles’ family will gather to greet friends on Sunday, November 27, 2022, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, Whitewater, Kansas, and a funeral service for Charles will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 28, 2022, at Federated Church Whitewater, Kansas. Burial to follow at Whitewater Cemetery. Services will be led by Pastor Jason Lowery.&nbsp;

Charles Richard Edris  |1955-2022|  

Ronald Herbel, 81, passed away November 13, 2022 at Hillsboro Community Hospital in Hillsboro.  He was born September 28, 1941 in Hillsboro to Henry and Lena (Klatt) Herbel. 

 He married Mary Jane Keller July 8, 1960 in Hillsboro.  Survivors include: sons, Rick (Dawn) Herbel of Newton, Randy Herbel of Norton; daughters, Diana (Tim) Howell of Hillsboro, Janet (Gary) Kade of Ford County, Judy Hollingshead of Ellis; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  Predeceased by his wife, Mary Jane Herbel in 2016. 

 Memorial Service 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro officiated by Rev. John Werner.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ronald Herbel, 81, passed away November 13, 2022 at Hillsboro Community Hospital in Hillsboro. He was born September 28, 1941 in Hillsboro to Henry and Lena (Klatt) Herbel. He married Mary Jane Keller July 8, 1960 in Hillsboro. Survivors include: sons, Rick (Dawn) Herbel of Newton, Randy Herbel of Norton; daughters, Diana (Tim) Howell of Hillsboro, Janet (Gary) Kade of Ford County, Judy Hollingshead of Ellis; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his wife, Mary Jane Herbel in 2016. Memorial Service 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro officiated by Rev. John Werner.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ronald Herbel  |1941-2022|  

Cecil Ray Newman, 71, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital. He was born on March 4, 1951 in Mooreland, Oklahoma to Carl and Lena (Perrin) Newman. Cecil married Kimberly Jean (Stone) Newman on May 21, 1972 in Medicine Lodge. They were married for 50 years. Cecil graduated from Mooreland High School in 1969. He joined the United States Army in March of 1971 and served until December of 1973. He began college at Northwestern Oklahoma State University and then transferred to Wichita State University where he graduated with his Bachelor in Accounting. He owned Cecil R. Newman Accounting Firm for 40 years until retiring in 2020. He was a member of The Lions Club and served on the Peace Treaty Board. He was a treasurer and Deacon at First Christian Church where he served on the board as well. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and playing cards every Wednesday evening. He is survived by his wife, Kim Newman; son, Michael (Sarah) Newman of Medicine Lodge; daughter, Georgia Ann (Chris) Miller of Lindsborg; and 8 grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book Friday, December 2, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Funeral Home, 120 East Lincoln, Medicine Lodge. A remembrance service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022 at First Christian Church, Medicine Lodge with Pastor Tom Walters presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cecil Ray Newman, 71, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital. He was born on March 4, 1951 in Mooreland, Oklahoma to Carl and Lena (Perrin) Newman. Cecil married Kimberly Jean (Stone) Newman on May 21, 1972 in Medicine Lodge. They were married for 50 years. Cecil graduated from Mooreland High School in 1969. He joined the United States Army in March of 1971 and served until December of 1973. He began college at Northwestern Oklahoma State University and then transferred to Wichita State University where he graduated with his Bachelor in Accounting. He owned Cecil R. Newman Accounting Firm for 40 years until retiring in 2020. He was a member of The Lions Club and served on the Peace Treaty Board. He was a treasurer and Deacon at First Christian Church where he served on the board as well. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and playing cards every Wednesday evening. He is survived by his wife, Kim Newman; son, Michael (Sarah) Newman of Medicine Lodge; daughter, Georgia Ann (Chris) Miller of Lindsborg; and 8 grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book Friday, December 2, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Funeral Home, 120 East Lincoln, Medicine Lodge. A remembrance service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022 at First Christian Church, Medicine Lodge with Pastor Tom Walters presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cecil Ray Newman  |1951-2022|  

Samuel C. “Sam” Baier, 91, of Medicine Lodge, died Friday, November 18, 2022, at Beadles Nursing Home, Alva, OK. He was born on November 1, 1931, on the family farm 17 miles southwest of Medicine Lodge, the son of George Baier and Nancy Ellen (Crick) Baier. In 1955, he married Bonnie (Pullan) Baier in Kingman. She survives. Sam attended Elwood school from first through eighth grade, and then graduated from Medicine Lodge High School in 1949. He was an active member of FFA and was American Farmer in 1950 under the direction of Calvin Doyle. Following high school, Sam was drafted into the United States Marine Corps in 1951 and served until 1953. Following his service, he continued to work on the family farm with his dad, George. He married Bonnie (Pullan) in Kingman, in 1955. They went on to have four children, Jeffrey, Troy, Tavy, and Kristy. Sam had a deep love for farming and farm life.

In 1962, Sam was in a hay baler accident, where he lost his left arm. That didn’t stop the farm work from getting done. Area farmers rallied together with 32 tractors to ensure that his farm work was taken care of. Losing his arm didn’t stop him from farming, riding his horse, or rounding up cattle. Sam could do more with one arm than most men can do with two. Sam and Bonnie moved in town to Medicine Lodge in 1989, where Sam would drive to the farm every day to help with daily activities. Sam served on the Kansas Livestock Association for 50 years, the Barber County Cattlemen’s Association for 50 years, the Soil Conservation Board for 30 years, and the Farm Service Agency for 27 years. He attended Union Chapel Church before moving to Medicine Lodge, where then attended the United Methodist Church and then Community Bible Fellowship. Sam is preceded in death by his parents, Geroge and Ella, and two sisters, Beulah Adams and Marjoree Lukens. Surviving in addition to his wife, Bonnie Baier are four children, Jeffrey (Rose) Baier of Medicine Lodge, Troy (Verna) Baier of Cabot, AR, Tavy (Brad) McCracken of Alva, OK, and Kristy Tomson of Medicine Lodge; Sixteen grandchildren, Clint (Melissa) Baier, Kyla (Jarred) Hemphill, Todd (Sabrina) Freeman, Katy (Dakota) Wheeler, Maggie (Ben) Foster, Megan Ricke, Tatum (Mike) Stafford, Shane (Cody) Baier, Justin (Raychele) Baier, Angela (James) Seward, Alan White, Michele (Eric) Gunn, Amy (Brent) Brandon, Matthew (Katie) Tomson, Keegan (Alex Vieth) Lynch, &amp; Paige (Sean) Engler; And 28 Great-Grandchildren, one sister, Donna Garten of Medicine Lodge. Visitation will be on Monday, November 21, 2022, from 1 p.m to 7 p.m., with family present from 5-6 p.m. at Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, 67104.

Funeral services will be on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the Community Bible Fellowship, Medicine Lodge, with Pastor Dwain Richert officiating. The family requests casual western attire for all attending.

Burial will be in the Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge, with military honors by the U.S. Marines Honor Guard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Samuel C. “Sam” Baier, 91, of Medicine Lodge, died Friday, November 18, 2022, at Beadles Nursing Home, Alva, OK. He was born on November 1, 1931, on the family farm 17 miles southwest of Medicine Lodge, the son of George Baier and Nancy Ellen (Crick) Baier. In 1955, he married Bonnie (Pullan) Baier in Kingman. She survives. Sam attended Elwood school from first through eighth grade, and then graduated from Medicine Lodge High School in 1949. He was an active member of FFA and was American Farmer in 1950 under the direction of Calvin Doyle. Following high school, Sam was drafted into the United States Marine Corps in 1951 and served until 1953. Following his service, he continued to work on the family farm with his dad, George. He married Bonnie (Pullan) in Kingman, in 1955. They went on to have four children, Jeffrey, Troy, Tavy, and Kristy. Sam had a deep love for farming and farm life. In 1962, Sam was in a hay baler accident, where he lost his left arm. That didn’t stop the farm work from getting done. Area farmers rallied together with 32 tractors to ensure that his farm work was taken care of. Losing his arm didn’t stop him from farming, riding his horse, or rounding up cattle. Sam could do more with one arm than most men can do with two. Sam and Bonnie moved in town to Medicine Lodge in 1989, where Sam would drive to the farm every day to help with daily activities. Sam served on the Kansas Livestock Association for 50 years, the Barber County Cattlemen’s Association for 50 years, the Soil Conservation Board for 30 years, and the Farm Service Agency for 27 years. He attended Union Chapel Church before moving to Medicine Lodge, where then attended the United Methodist Church and then Community Bible Fellowship. Sam is preceded in death by his parents, Geroge and Ella, and two sisters, Beulah Adams and Marjoree Lukens. Surviving in addition to his wife, Bonnie Baier are four children, Jeffrey (Rose) Baier of Medicine Lodge, Troy (Verna) Baier of Cabot, AR, Tavy (Brad) McCracken of Alva, OK, and Kristy Tomson of Medicine Lodge; Sixteen grandchildren, Clint (Melissa) Baier, Kyla (Jarred) Hemphill, Todd (Sabrina) Freeman, Katy (Dakota) Wheeler, Maggie (Ben) Foster, Megan Ricke, Tatum (Mike) Stafford, Shane (Cody) Baier, Justin (Raychele) Baier, Angela (James) Seward, Alan White, Michele (Eric) Gunn, Amy (Brent) Brandon, Matthew (Katie) Tomson, Keegan (Alex Vieth) Lynch, &amp; Paige (Sean) Engler; And 28 Great-Grandchildren, one sister, Donna Garten of Medicine Lodge. Visitation will be on Monday, November 21, 2022, from 1 p.m to 7 p.m., with family present from 5-6 p.m. at Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, 67104. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the Community Bible Fellowship, Medicine Lodge, with Pastor Dwain Richert officiating. The family requests casual western attire for all attending. Burial will be in the Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge, with military honors by the U.S. Marines Honor Guard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Samuel C. “Sam” Baier  |1931-2022|  

Earl “Jay” Pinkerton, Newton, passed away November 20, 2022 at the age of 81.&nbsp; He was born October 26, 1941 in Kingman, to Earl Eugene Pinkerton and Pearl Wolfe Pinkerton.&nbsp; He lived in Kingman with his mother and older sisters Helen and Kay and younger sister Marcia until he started high school when they moved to Wichita.

He was a 1959 graduate of Wichita North High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Wichita State University.&nbsp; He spent the majority of his career working as a materials and processes engineer at Beech Aircraft and after retiring from there in 2001, went on to work as a contract engineer at Airbus and Spirit Aerosystems, retiring at the age of 72 in 2013.

He married his wife Robin in 1983 and they were blessed with 4 children, Jeffrey Pinkerton, Tamara Henderson and Christopher Pinkerton, from a previous marriage and Casey Zillner, Robin’s daughter from a previous marriage and adopted and raised by Jay; 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

He attended Westridge Community Church in Wichita until the Covid pandemic and then became an on-line attendee there as well as Westside Family Church in Lenexa.&nbsp; He and Robin were faithful attendees of a 20-year home Bible study which has created life-long friendships.

He will be missed and survived by his children Jeffrey (Lisa) Pinkerton of Rose Hill and their daughters, Chelsea Pinkerton of Austin, Texas &nbsp;and Josey Pinkerton of Rose Hill; Tamara (Damon) Henderson of League City, Texas and their children Taylor (Tatum) Henderson of Austin, Texas and Rylee (A.J.) Lauer of Garden Plain, and grandchildren Anderson and Aspen; Christopher (Stacy) Pinkerton of Derby, and their children Samuel (Faith) Pinkerton of Wichita, Oliver Pinkerton of Fort Collins, Colorado, &nbsp;Ethan Pinkerton of Manhattan, Kansas and Camille Pinkerton of Derby; and Casey (Joel) Zillner of Olathe, and their children Charlotte and Olivia. He is also survived by his sister Marcia as well as nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters Helen and Kay.

Visitation will be at Petersen Funeral Home, Newton, Kansas on Friday, November 25, 2022 at 5 to 8 p.m. with a memorial service also at Petersen Funeral Home on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Internment will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Newton.

Earl “Jay” Pinkerton, Newton, passed away November 20, 2022 at the age of 81.&nbsp; He was born October 26, 1941 in Kingman, to Earl Eugene Pinkerton and Pearl Wolfe Pinkerton.&nbsp; He lived in Kingman with his mother and older sisters Helen and Kay and younger sister Marcia until he started high school when they moved to Wichita.He was a 1959 graduate of Wichita North High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Wichita State University.&nbsp; He spent the majority of his career working as a materials and processes engineer at Beech Aircraft and after retiring from there in 2001, went on to work as a contract engineer at Airbus and Spirit Aerosystems, retiring at the age of 72 in 2013.He married his wife Robin in 1983 and they were blessed with 4 children, Jeffrey Pinkerton, Tamara Henderson and Christopher Pinkerton, from a previous marriage and Casey Zillner, Robin’s daughter from a previous marriage and adopted and raised by Jay; 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.He attended Westridge Community Church in Wichita until the Covid pandemic and then became an on-line attendee there as well as Westside Family Church in Lenexa.&nbsp; He and Robin were faithful attendees of a 20-year home Bible study which has created life-long friendships.He will be missed and survived by his children Jeffrey (Lisa) Pinkerton of Rose Hill and their daughters, Chelsea Pinkerton of Austin, Texas &nbsp;and Josey Pinkerton of Rose Hill; Tamara (Damon) Henderson of League City, Texas and their children Taylor (Tatum) Henderson of Austin, Texas and Rylee (A.J.) Lauer of Garden Plain, and grandchildren Anderson and Aspen; Christopher (Stacy) Pinkerton of Derby, and their children Samuel (Faith) Pinkerton of Wichita, Oliver Pinkerton of Fort Collins, Colorado, &nbsp;Ethan Pinkerton of Manhattan, Kansas and Camille Pinkerton of Derby; and Casey (Joel) Zillner of Olathe, and their children Charlotte and Olivia. He is also survived by his sister Marcia as well as nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters Helen and Kay.Visitation will be at Petersen Funeral Home, Newton, Kansas on Friday, November 25, 2022 at 5 to 8 p.m. with a memorial service also at Petersen Funeral Home on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Internment will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Newton.

Earl “Jay” Pinkerton  |1941-2022|  

Steven Joe Smith, 62, of McPherson, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at his home.&nbsp; Steve was a supervisor at Johns Manville, McPherson and group leader at Excel Industries, Hesston.

Steve was born on January 30, 1960, in Salina, the son of Billy Joe Smith, Sr. and Shirley Rose (Regier) Smith.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School in 1978.&nbsp; On September 12, 1981, Steve was united in marriage to Renee Lynn Mabes at the Canton United Methodist Church.&nbsp; This union was blessed with the birth of two children, Shane and Kelcie.&nbsp; Renee preceded Steve in death on December 16, 2021.

Survivors include: his children, Shane Smith of McPherson, and Kelcie (Domingo) Sanchez of Inman; father, Billy Joe Smith, Sr. of McPherson; sister, Dayna (Scott) Needham of McPherson; mother-in-law, Joan Christensen of McPherson; sisters-in-law, Jacque (Ronn) Rinker of McPherson, Rhonda (Chuck) Hamby of Canton, Michelle (Brantley) Unruh of Galva; and Angie Smith of McPherson; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Rose Smith; wife, Renee Smith; two brothers, Tracy Smith and Billy Smith, Jr.; father-in-law, Ronald Mabes; step-father-in-law, Marlin Christensen; and brother-in-law, Randy Mabes.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Sunday, November 27, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, November 28, at Canton Community Church with Pastor Mike Miller officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Steven Joe Smith, 62, of McPherson, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at his home.&nbsp; Steve was a supervisor at Johns Manville, McPherson and group leader at Excel Industries, Hesston.Steve was born on January 30, 1960, in Salina, the son of Billy Joe Smith, Sr. and Shirley Rose (Regier) Smith.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School in 1978.&nbsp; On September 12, 1981, Steve was united in marriage to Renee Lynn Mabes at the Canton United Methodist Church.&nbsp; This union was blessed with the birth of two children, Shane and Kelcie.&nbsp; Renee preceded Steve in death on December 16, 2021.Survivors include: his children, Shane Smith of McPherson, and Kelcie (Domingo) Sanchez of Inman; father, Billy Joe Smith, Sr. of McPherson; sister, Dayna (Scott) Needham of McPherson; mother-in-law, Joan Christensen of McPherson; sisters-in-law, Jacque (Ronn) Rinker of McPherson, Rhonda (Chuck) Hamby of Canton, Michelle (Brantley) Unruh of Galva; and Angie Smith of McPherson; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Rose Smith; wife, Renee Smith; two brothers, Tracy Smith and Billy Smith, Jr.; father-in-law, Ronald Mabes; step-father-in-law, Marlin Christensen; and brother-in-law, Randy Mabes.The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Sunday, November 27, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, November 28, at Canton Community Church with Pastor Mike Miller officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Steven Joe Smith  |1960-2022|  

Georgianna “Georgi” Peterson, 77, of McPherson, KS, walked into heaven on Monday, November 21, 2022. Georgi retired from Johns Manville where she was an Employee Relations Manager.

Georgi was born on November 18, 1945, in McPherson, the daughter of Harry Harold and Alice Elfredia (Wedel) Krehbiel.&nbsp; She graduated from Moundridge High School in 1963 and attended McPherson College.&nbsp; On December 19, 1964, Georgi was united in marriage to Dwayne Richard “Pete” Peterson at the Eden Mennonite Church, Moundridge.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Rhonda and Melinda.

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.

Survivors include: two daughters, Rhonda (Robert) Dealey of Topeka, and Melinda (Michael) Cochran of Yukon, OK; five grandchildren, Kristin (Michael) Lowe, Robert Dealey, Cole Cochran, Bryton Cochran, and Anna (Rhett) Bechtel; four great-grandchildren, Elena, Julia, &amp; Nicholas Lowe and Hampton Kate Bechtel; two sisters, Kathy (Greg) Perkins of Fort Worth, TX and Barbara (Richard) Gehring of Lombard, IL; sisters-in-law, Nancy Krehbiel of McPherson, KS and Consuelo Krehbiel of Chicago, IL; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, Steven Krehbiel and Val Krehbiel.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday, November 25, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, November 26, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf and Rev. Barbara Krehbiel Gehring officiating.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held at New Gottland Lutheran Church Cemetery at a later date.

Georgianna “Georgi” Peterson, 77, of McPherson, KS, walked into heaven on Monday, November 21, 2022. Georgi retired from Johns Manville where she was an Employee Relations Manager.Georgi was born on November 18, 1945, in McPherson, the daughter of Harry Harold and Alice Elfredia (Wedel) Krehbiel.&nbsp; She graduated from Moundridge High School in 1963 and attended McPherson College.&nbsp; On December 19, 1964, Georgi was united in marriage to Dwayne Richard “Pete” Peterson at the Eden Mennonite Church, Moundridge.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Rhonda and Melinda.She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.Survivors include: two daughters, Rhonda (Robert) Dealey of Topeka, and Melinda (Michael) Cochran of Yukon, OK; five grandchildren, Kristin (Michael) Lowe, Robert Dealey, Cole Cochran, Bryton Cochran, and Anna (Rhett) Bechtel; four great-grandchildren, Elena, Julia, &amp; Nicholas Lowe and Hampton Kate Bechtel; two sisters, Kathy (Greg) Perkins of Fort Worth, TX and Barbara (Richard) Gehring of Lombard, IL; sisters-in-law, Nancy Krehbiel of McPherson, KS and Consuelo Krehbiel of Chicago, IL; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, Steven Krehbiel and Val Krehbiel.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday, November 25, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, November 26, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf and Rev. Barbara Krehbiel Gehring officiating.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held at New Gottland Lutheran Church Cemetery at a later date.

Georgianna “Georgi” Peterson  |1945-2022|  

Charles Earl Willis, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at the age of 97. He was born May 15, 1925, in Syracuse, to Charles Earl and Dora Elizabeth (Quillen) Willis. When Earl was four years old, the family moved to Garden City. He attended school there and graduated from Garden City High School in 1943. &nbsp;While in school, Earl worked with his father and uncle at Burtis Motor Company where he learned his trade as an auto mechanic.

After graduation, he joined the U.S. Army and at the age of eighteen, he became the head of his company’s motor pool. Earl served in Italy and was honorably discharged in 1946. &nbsp;After returning home, Earl met Dorothy “Jane” Plummer on the dance floor of a wedding reception. They married on February 8, 1947, and were happily married for 70 years. Their home was in Syracuse, where Earl owned and operated Willis Auto. He was active in the community, first as a volunteer fireman and then serving twelve years as a Hamilton County Commissioner. He was a member of the Syracuse Masonic Lodge #309, Scottish Rite, and Shriners International.

Earl is survived by: three children, Chuck and his wife, Sharon, of Wadsworth, IL, Beth Butler and her husband, Mike, of Salina, and Janey Redetzke and her husband, Joe, of Buena Vista, CO; five grandchildren, Jennifer Carter, AJ Redetzke, Michele Johnson, Michael Butler, and Patrick Redetzke. He was also blessed with thirteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and a sister, Dorothy Bush.

A private family graveside service will be held, Tuesday, November 29, at the Syracuse Cemetery where Earl will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Jane.

Charles Earl Willis, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at the age of 97. He was born May 15, 1925, in Syracuse, to Charles Earl and Dora Elizabeth (Quillen) Willis. When Earl was four years old, the family moved to Garden City. He attended school there and graduated from Garden City High School in 1943. &nbsp;While in school, Earl worked with his father and uncle at Burtis Motor Company where he learned his trade as an auto mechanic.After graduation, he joined the U.S. Army and at the age of eighteen, he became the head of his company’s motor pool. Earl served in Italy and was honorably discharged in 1946. &nbsp;After returning home, Earl met Dorothy “Jane” Plummer on the dance floor of a wedding reception. They married on February 8, 1947, and were happily married for 70 years. Their home was in Syracuse, where Earl owned and operated Willis Auto. He was active in the community, first as a volunteer fireman and then serving twelve years as a Hamilton County Commissioner. He was a member of the Syracuse Masonic Lodge #309, Scottish Rite, and Shriners International. Earl is survived by: three children, Chuck and his wife, Sharon, of Wadsworth, IL, Beth Butler and her husband, Mike, of Salina, and Janey Redetzke and her husband, Joe, of Buena Vista, CO; five grandchildren, Jennifer Carter, AJ Redetzke, Michele Johnson, Michael Butler, and Patrick Redetzke. He was also blessed with thirteen great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and a sister, Dorothy Bush.A private family graveside service will be held, Tuesday, November 29, at the Syracuse Cemetery where Earl will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Jane.

Charles Earl Willis, Jr.  |1925-2022|  

Dr. Gilford J. Ikenberry, Jr., 92, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 22, 2022, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.

Gilford John Ikenberry, Jr. was born the day after Christmas 1929 in Fargo, North Dakota, where his father taught botany at North Dakota State University. The family of three moved frequently during the Great Depression, and young Gilford’s boyhood residences ranged from Columbus, Ohio, to Kansas, to Berkeley, California, to Portales, New Mexico. He began fourth grade in Stillwater, Oklahoma, graduating from Stillwater High School in 1948. Gilford’s father had some friends on the faculty at McPherson College, including R. E. Mohler and Joseph Bowman, and other relatives lived close to campus, so McPherson seemed a good option for Gilford, Jr.’s post-secondary schooling.

While Gilford made his career and reputation as a botanist, he did his undergraduate degree at McPherson College in mathematics. His interest in music extended back to his childhood, and during his college years he sang bass in A Cappella Choir and in male quartettes, representing the college on many deputations during his four years. During his freshman year, a young coed from Dallas Center, Iowa, captured Gilford’s attention, and he and Nelda Jeanine Baldner married in 1951, prior to their senior year. Their union bore three children—Susan, John, and Nick—and the joy and stimulation Gilford and Nelda received from one another’s companionship over 71 years of marriage is inspirational.

After college Gilford taught at McLouth, for two years. He began taking classes at Oklahoma State University and discovered that he shared his father’s passion for botany. He completed the M.S. in botany and plant pathology at OSU in 1956, moving to Iowa State University to pursue a doctoral degree, which he received in 1959. He accepted a position at Michigan State University where he continued research in plant pathology. In 1961, McPherson College’s president Dr. Bittinger convinced Gilford to accept a position at McPherson College.

When Dr. Ikenberry moved into his Harnly Hall office in the fall of 1961 and began setting up a greenhouse and labs, the most respected, celebrated faculty team in the history of McPherson College was complete. For the next 25 years, Dr. Ikenberry teamed with Dr. John Burkholder and Dr. Wesley DeCoursey to produce class after class of outstanding science graduates, more than 250 in all, who went on to become successful researchers, physicians, surgeons, dentists, veterinarians, teachers, and academics.

Gilford was always characteristically modest about his part in the remarkable success of his students, dismissing the notion that he shared responsibility for their achievement. The role of the teacher, he said, “is simply to provide a stimulating environment so that learning may happen.” When students take off, “it’s fun to get out of the way and let them go.” One of the many ways Dr. Ikenberry excelled in creating the kind of environment that stimulated student learning was in his design of academic field trips. Hundreds of students learned how to think about the natural world by studying the ecosystems of the desert Southwest, the tropics of Belize and Costa Rica, the marine biology of coastal Oregon, and the high-altitude wilderness of the Rocky Mountains in January and summer travel courses that he planned and taught.

For nearly all his life, Gilford spent summers with family at their Black River Harbor cottages on Lake Superior. Summer months with their children, grandsons, family, and friends were spent hiking the trails of the northern Michigan woods, walking the beaches of Lake Superior, exploring Black River’s great waterfalls, identifying and photographing plants, trees, and fungi, taking the boat up the beach to explore remote spots, or going fishing on Michigan’s many smaller lakes. He also enjoyed woodworking and refurbishing the cottages at Black River.

Gilford cared deeply about nature and spent most of his years exploring rich, natural environments around the globe with his love and partner, Nelda. They hiked and hut-hopped in the Austrian and Swiss Alps, explored the wilds of Scotland and Ireland, visited historic churches in Germany, and enjoyed concerts in Vienna. In addition to exploring the flora and fauna of China and Central America, they spent many months researching the work of botanist/great aunt Mary Clemens who collected and identified plants in Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Australia, and other parts of the South Pacific in the early 1900s. Gilford was an accomplished photographer, and he and Nelda are well- known for their beautiful slideshow presentations that detail their international adventures.

Gilford Ikenberry’s other contributions to his college, church, and community are numerous. He and Nelda have given generously to their church and their alma mater.

Guided by a strong sense of what is just and right, he supported organizations committed to preserving the environment, redressing inequities, and improving the health and well- being of our neighbors, in our country or around the globe. Gilford sang in the choir of the McPherson Church of the Brethren when he was at home in McPherson. He also served his local congregation on many church boards and commissions. He has been an active Rotarian for more than 40 years.

Gilford’s value-led life, his belief in the potential and abilities of family and friends, his mentorship of students and interest in their careers over the years, and his commitment to concerns of the environment, equity, and justice are only a few of the ways he has impacted and inspired so many of our lives. Through 71 years of his life’s journey, he was joined by his wife Nelda who was an equal partner in all their adventures.

Survivors include: wife, Nelda Jeanine Baldner Ikenberry, McPherson; daughter, Susan Jeanine Ikenberry and husband John Fredrick Humphrey, Black Mountain, North Carolina; son, Gilford John Ikenberry, 3rd&nbsp;and wife Lidia Reiko Usami, Princeton, New Jersey; son, Nicolas Scot Ikenberry, McPherson; grandson, Brett Johannes Ikenberry-Humphrey, Wilmington, North Carolina; grandson, Jackson Kan Ikenberry, Princeton, New Jersey.

Preceded in death by: father, Gilford John Ikenberry, Sr. (1890 to 1984); mother, Ruth Clemens Ikenberry (1892 to 1996); granddaughter, Tessa Mariko Usami Ikenberry (1995 to 1999).

A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 25, 2022, at 10:00 AM at the McPherson Church of the Brethren, McPherson. &nbsp;To view the livestream broadcast of the service, please click on the following link:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/i873Tlfewg0">https://youtu.be/i873Tlfewg0</a>

Dr. Gilford J. Ikenberry, Jr., 92, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 22, 2022, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.Gilford John Ikenberry, Jr. was born the day after Christmas 1929 in Fargo, North Dakota, where his father taught botany at North Dakota State University. The family of three moved frequently during the Great Depression, and young Gilford’s boyhood residences ranged from Columbus, Ohio, to Kansas, to Berkeley, California, to Portales, New Mexico. He began fourth grade in Stillwater, Oklahoma, graduating from Stillwater High School in 1948. Gilford’s father had some friends on the faculty at McPherson College, including R. E. Mohler and Joseph Bowman, and other relatives lived close to campus, so McPherson seemed a good option for Gilford, Jr.’s post-secondary schooling.While Gilford made his career and reputation as a botanist, he did his undergraduate degree at McPherson College in mathematics. His interest in music extended back to his childhood, and during his college years he sang bass in A Cappella Choir and in male quartettes, representing the college on many deputations during his four years. During his freshman year, a young coed from Dallas Center, Iowa, captured Gilford’s attention, and he and Nelda Jeanine Baldner married in 1951, prior to their senior year. Their union bore three children—Susan, John, and Nick—and the joy and stimulation Gilford and Nelda received from one another’s companionship over 71 years of marriage is inspirational.After college Gilford taught at McLouth, for two years. He began taking classes at Oklahoma State University and discovered that he shared his father’s passion for botany. He completed the M.S. in botany and plant pathology at OSU in 1956, moving to Iowa State University to pursue a doctoral degree, which he received in 1959. He accepted a position at Michigan State University where he continued research in plant pathology. In 1961, McPherson College’s president Dr. Bittinger convinced Gilford to accept a position at McPherson College.When Dr. Ikenberry moved into his Harnly Hall office in the fall of 1961 and began setting up a greenhouse and labs, the most respected, celebrated faculty team in the history of McPherson College was complete. For the next 25 years, Dr. Ikenberry teamed with Dr. John Burkholder and Dr. Wesley DeCoursey to produce class after class of outstanding science graduates, more than 250 in all, who went on to become successful researchers, physicians, surgeons, dentists, veterinarians, teachers, and academics.Gilford was always characteristically modest about his part in the remarkable success of his students, dismissing the notion that he shared responsibility for their achievement. The role of the teacher, he said, “is simply to provide a stimulating environment so that learning may happen.” When students take off, “it’s fun to get out of the way and let them go.” One of the many ways Dr. Ikenberry excelled in creating the kind of environment that stimulated student learning was in his design of academic field trips. Hundreds of students learned how to think about the natural world by studying the ecosystems of the desert Southwest, the tropics of Belize and Costa Rica, the marine biology of coastal Oregon, and the high-altitude wilderness of the Rocky Mountains in January and summer travel courses that he planned and taught.For nearly all his life, Gilford spent summers with family at their Black River Harbor cottages on Lake Superior. Summer months with their children, grandsons, family, and friends were spent hiking the trails of the northern Michigan woods, walking the beaches of Lake Superior, exploring Black River’s great waterfalls, identifying and photographing plants, trees, and fungi, taking the boat up the beach to explore remote spots, or going fishing on Michigan’s many smaller lakes. He also enjoyed woodworking and refurbishing the cottages at Black River.Gilford cared deeply about nature and spent most of his years exploring rich, natural environments around the globe with his love and partner, Nelda. They hiked and hut-hopped in the Austrian and Swiss Alps, explored the wilds of Scotland and Ireland, visited historic churches in Germany, and enjoyed concerts in Vienna. In addition to exploring the flora and fauna of China and Central America, they spent many months researching the work of botanist/great aunt Mary Clemens who collected and identified plants in Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Australia, and other parts of the South Pacific in the early 1900s. Gilford was an accomplished photographer, and he and Nelda are well- known for their beautiful slideshow presentations that detail their international adventures.Gilford Ikenberry’s other contributions to his college, church, and community are numerous. He and Nelda have given generously to their church and their alma mater.Guided by a strong sense of what is just and right, he supported organizations committed to preserving the environment, redressing inequities, and improving the health and well- being of our neighbors, in our country or around the globe. Gilford sang in the choir of the McPherson Church of the Brethren when he was at home in McPherson. He also served his local congregation on many church boards and commissions. He has been an active Rotarian for more than 40 years.Gilford’s value-led life, his belief in the potential and abilities of family and friends, his mentorship of students and interest in their careers over the years, and his commitment to concerns of the environment, equity, and justice are only a few of the ways he has impacted and inspired so many of our lives. Through 71 years of his life’s journey, he was joined by his wife Nelda who was an equal partner in all their adventures.Survivors include: wife, Nelda Jeanine Baldner Ikenberry, McPherson; daughter, Susan Jeanine Ikenberry and husband John Fredrick Humphrey, Black Mountain, North Carolina; son, Gilford John Ikenberry, 3rd&nbsp;and wife Lidia Reiko Usami, Princeton, New Jersey; son, Nicolas Scot Ikenberry, McPherson; grandson, Brett Johannes Ikenberry-Humphrey, Wilmington, North Carolina; grandson, Jackson Kan Ikenberry, Princeton, New Jersey.Preceded in death by: father, Gilford John Ikenberry, Sr. (1890 to 1984); mother, Ruth Clemens Ikenberry (1892 to 1996); granddaughter, Tessa Mariko Usami Ikenberry (1995 to 1999).A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 25, 2022, at 10:00 AM at the McPherson Church of the Brethren, McPherson. &nbsp;To view the livestream broadcast of the service, please click on the following link:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/i873Tlfewg0">https://youtu.be/i873Tlfewg0</a>

Dr. Gilford J. Ikenberry, Jr.  |1929-2022|  

Mary Louise (Carpenter) Simmering was born to Clay and Ammah (Thompson) Carpenter February 20, 1929, in Davenport, Oklahoma. Mary Lou had 3 siblings Donald, Margaret and Susan. She grew up in rural Oklahoma communities before graduating from Garber, OK High School in 1946. Upon graduating from Central State University in Edmond, OK, she worked at the YWCA in Oklahoma City.&nbsp;

In 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, James Virgil Simmering.&nbsp; Following his graduation from medical school, they moved to Fort Knox, Kentucky as part of the U.S. Army Medical Corps. Mary Lou, Virgil, and their 3 children Nancy, John, and Hiram then settled in Wynnewood, OK and moved to Norman, OK in 1965, where she lived until 2012. Mary Lou was a talented seamstress, knitter, cook, baker, avid golfer, pianist, and master bridge player. She loved spending time in Colorado and indulging her 6 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by 2 sisters, one brother, one son, her husband of 60 years and her great- granddaughter Tova Lou.

She is survived by her daughter Nancy Millham (Steve), son John Simmering (Molly Gilmore), 6 grandchildren Katie Simmering Walters (Phil), Joe Millham, Luke Simmering (Morgan Raleigh), Anna Millham Lesser (Aaron), Rebecca Millham Boland (Joe), Mary Simmering Welsh (Andy) and 13 great-grandchildren Emory, Elsie, and Sam Walters, William and Clara Simmering, Mateus Millham, Ira, Juniper, Wendell, and Roland Welsh, Maxwell Lesser, June and Marigold Boland.

Mary Lou passed away peacefully on September 28, 2022 at Schowalter Villa in Hesston, Kansas. Memorial gifts can be directed to the Good Samaritan Fund at Schowalter Villa.

A celebration of life service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Hesston Mennonite Church, 309 S. Main, Hesston, KS.&nbsp;

Mary Louise (Carpenter) Simmering was born to Clay and Ammah (Thompson) Carpenter February 20, 1929, in Davenport, Oklahoma. Mary Lou had 3 siblings Donald, Margaret and Susan. She grew up in rural Oklahoma communities before graduating from Garber, OK High School in 1946. Upon graduating from Central State University in Edmond, OK, she worked at the YWCA in Oklahoma City.&nbsp;In 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, James Virgil Simmering.&nbsp; Following his graduation from medical school, they moved to Fort Knox, Kentucky as part of the U.S. Army Medical Corps. Mary Lou, Virgil, and their 3 children Nancy, John, and Hiram then settled in Wynnewood, OK and moved to Norman, OK in 1965, where she lived until 2012. Mary Lou was a talented seamstress, knitter, cook, baker, avid golfer, pianist, and master bridge player. She loved spending time in Colorado and indulging her 6 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.She was predeceased by 2 sisters, one brother, one son, her husband of 60 years and her great- granddaughter Tova Lou.She is survived by her daughter Nancy Millham (Steve), son John Simmering (Molly Gilmore), 6 grandchildren Katie Simmering Walters (Phil), Joe Millham, Luke Simmering (Morgan Raleigh), Anna Millham Lesser (Aaron), Rebecca Millham Boland (Joe), Mary Simmering Welsh (Andy) and 13 great-grandchildren Emory, Elsie, and Sam Walters, William and Clara Simmering, Mateus Millham, Ira, Juniper, Wendell, and Roland Welsh, Maxwell Lesser, June and Marigold Boland.Mary Lou passed away peacefully on September 28, 2022 at Schowalter Villa in Hesston, Kansas. Memorial gifts can be directed to the Good Samaritan Fund at Schowalter Villa.A celebration of life service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Hesston Mennonite Church, 309 S. Main, Hesston, KS.&nbsp;

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