Mary Jacquelyn (Hancock) Huslig Eubanks (82) passed away on August 1, 2024, in Maize, Kansas surrounded by her family. She was born in Oklahoma on July 21,1942 to Charles and Helen Marie (Tomlinson) Hancock. Jacque was a proud graduate of Hoisington High School. She retired from the Postal Service after many years of service. She drove a school bus for 10 years after retiring.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed reading, crosswords, Hallmark movies but most of all spending time with her family.

She is survived by her children Jerald Huslig and Julie Martin (Larry Inkelaar); grandchildren Eric Martin and Kristen (Andre) Kahmeyer; great-grandchildren Amya Kahmeyer and Trey Kahmeyer; sisters Margie McConnell, Jody Langley, Jean (Ambrose) Demel and brother Richard (Pat) Hancock; other family and friends.

Memorial service will be held at 1:00, Saturday, August 17, 2024 at GracePoint Church, 9035 W. Central, Wichita Ks.

Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. 

Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

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 </figure>Mary Jacquelyn (Hancock) Huslig Eubanks (82) passed away on August 1, 2024, in Maize, Kansas surrounded by her family. She was born in Oklahoma on July 21,1942 to Charles and Helen Marie (Tomlinson) Hancock. Jacque was a proud graduate of Hoisington High School. She retired from the Postal Service after many years of service. She drove a school bus for 10 years after retiring.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed reading, crosswords, Hallmark movies but most of all spending time with her family.She is survived by her children Jerald Huslig and Julie Martin (Larry Inkelaar); grandchildren Eric Martin and Kristen (Andre) Kahmeyer; great-grandchildren Amya Kahmeyer and Trey Kahmeyer; sisters Margie McConnell, Jody Langley, Jean (Ambrose) Demel and brother Richard (Pat) Hancock; other family and friends.Memorial service will be held at 1:00, Saturday, August 17, 2024 at GracePoint Church, 9035 W. Central, Wichita Ks.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Mary Jacquelyn (Hancock) Huslig Eubanks |1942-2024|

David Geiser Swearer, of Kansas City, MO, died August 5, 2024. &nbsp;David was born December 8, 1960, in Hutchinson, KS, and is the son of William and Marilyn Swearer.

David graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1979, the University of Kansas, and from the University of Denver with his master’s degree in Court Administration. &nbsp;He was a long-time administrative assistant for Dollar, Burns, Becker &amp; Hershewe. &nbsp;

David was a past president of the Kansas City Junior Chamber of Commerce, and enjoyed singing in a men’s chorus at Village Presbyterian Church. &nbsp;He had an incredible memory for family events and dates, along with sports and current events. &nbsp;David liked being kept up-to-date with all the family members. &nbsp;He enjoyed watching and talking about sports at any level, but particularly the Kansas City Royals, Kansas City Chiefs, and the KU Jayhawks.

David is survived by: &nbsp;his parents, Bill and Marilyn Swearer; sister, Anne Potucek (Scott); and brother, John Swearer (Sharon). &nbsp;David enjoyed the conversations that he had with his nieces and nephews: &nbsp;Nathan Henry, Andy Henry, Jackson Swearer, Sarah Ritter, Julia Henry, Cameron Potucek, Rachel Potucek, Rebecca Potucek, and Brock Potucek.

Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;A family memorial service will be held at a later date. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the K.U. Endowment Association (for their general fund, in memory of David Swearer), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

David was brave and patient through all his illnesses. &nbsp;The family would like to thank Dollar, Burns, Becker &amp; Hershewe and staff for all the kindness and care that they showed David through the years.

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 </figure>David Geiser Swearer, of Kansas City, MO, died August 5, 2024. &nbsp;David was born December 8, 1960, in Hutchinson, KS, and is the son of William and Marilyn Swearer.David graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1979, the University of Kansas, and from the University of Denver with his master’s degree in Court Administration. &nbsp;He was a long-time administrative assistant for Dollar, Burns, Becker &amp; Hershewe. &nbsp;David was a past president of the Kansas City Junior Chamber of Commerce, and enjoyed singing in a men’s chorus at Village Presbyterian Church. &nbsp;He had an incredible memory for family events and dates, along with sports and current events. &nbsp;David liked being kept up-to-date with all the family members. &nbsp;He enjoyed watching and talking about sports at any level, but particularly the Kansas City Royals, Kansas City Chiefs, and the KU Jayhawks.David is survived by: &nbsp;his parents, Bill and Marilyn Swearer; sister, Anne Potucek (Scott); and brother, John Swearer (Sharon). &nbsp;David enjoyed the conversations that he had with his nieces and nephews: &nbsp;Nathan Henry, Andy Henry, Jackson Swearer, Sarah Ritter, Julia Henry, Cameron Potucek, Rachel Potucek, Rebecca Potucek, and Brock Potucek.Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;A family memorial service will be held at a later date. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the K.U. Endowment Association (for their general fund, in memory of David Swearer), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.David was brave and patient through all his illnesses. &nbsp;The family would like to thank Dollar, Burns, Becker &amp; Hershewe and staff for all the kindness and care that they showed David through the years.

David Geiser Swearer |1960-2024|

Laura Tieszen Friesen managed to pack two full lives into her 94 years. 

The first half of her adult life she was a career woman working full-time in pharmacies in Wolf Point, and later Billings, Montana. But working was never the center of her life. It was her activities outside of work that gave her the most satisfaction – helping family, friends and her church. She was always ready to be called on: to sing special music at church, to run a vacation Bible school programs, to serve as a wedding assistant (bridesmaid, food server, whatever was needed), and as aunt-of-all-trades to her country nieces and nephews. She seemed to have an endless source of physical articles – bridesmaid dresses for high school formal occasions, towels for a college-bound student -- and advice to meet every occasion – how to make a perfect bed, how to serve food for guests. Her nieces and nephews all remember her delighting them every Christmas with a perfectly decorated Christmas tree and personally selected extravagant gifts.&nbsp;

Then at the age of 45 she astonished everyone by announcing she was getting married, to a man she barely knew: Willmer Friesen, a potato farmer from Idaho, the brother of her sister-in-law, a widower with two grown children. She and Willmer were married on March 7, 1975, and she wasted no time embracing her new roles: farmer’s wife, general contractor for the refurbishing of their aging farmhouse, step-mother, and grandmother, plus being an enthusiastic leader of organizations in her new church such as Sunday school superintendent, annual women’s retreat, and vacation Bible school. For the rest of her life she built a solid love bond with Willmer and maintained close relationships with his two children and their families, all the while never losing contact with her siblings, nieces and nephews from her “first life”.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Laura Marie Tieszen was born in Lustre, Montana, on December 14, 1929, the fifth of six children. She spent all her childhood on a farm close to the Lustre Mennonite Brethren church. She had a happy childhood with a family who prayed together and sang together. She accepted the Lord during a revival service and soon thereafter, she was baptized and joined the church. She attended elementary school eight years at three different one-room schools. When it came time for high school she and her younger sister Adaline attended two years at Lustre Bible School, and then one year at Glasgow high school, living in an apartment walking distance from school. The next year the Lustre Bible School was up and running as an accredited high school and Laura and Adaline were part of the first class. After high school Laura got a job as a nurses’ aide in the Glasgow Francis Mahon Deaconess hospital.&nbsp;

&nbsp;On March 8, 1951, her father died suddenly leaving her mother alone on the family farm; Laura agreed to move into a house with her mother in Wolf Point, the town forty miles away. They lived there for 17 years. In 1968 Laura moved to Billings, Montana, where she lived in an apartment until her marriage in 1975. Again, she became involved in a church and made herself available to help her family living in Billings. It was while she was in Billings that a letter arrived from a man called Willmer, and after that, several in-person visits that led to their marriage.

&nbsp;In 1990, Laura and Willmer’s fifteenth year of marriage, Willmer retired from farming but they continued to live in their home another ten years. During that time they spent several winters in Arizona before moving permanently to a duplex in Kidron Village in North Newton, Kansas in 2000. Here she was closer to her husband’s family: Dale and Connie Friesen in Kansas City, and Margie and Steve Chartrand in Omaha. Once again, Laura threw herself headlong into leadership roles, such as organizing the annual Kidron garage sale, leading women’s devotional times, and being in charge of the arts and crafts display case.

&nbsp;Willmer was moved into full health care in 2009 where she visited him every day. After his death in May 2011, she remained active taking at least three family trips by herself, plus being the driver for many outings organized by her and her friends. In 2016 she reluctantly moved out of her duplex and sold her car. When she could no longer drive, jigsaw puzzles became her passion – she put together over 100 puzzles, many of which she had framed so she could give them as gifts – as well as playing the game Rummikub, for which she became a formidable opponent.

&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Willmer, three brothers and one sister, nine sisters-in-law, seven brothers-in-law, one step-son, one step-son-in-law, one niece and one nephew. She is survived by one sister, Adaline Crabtree, her step-daughter, Margie Chartrand, her step-daughter-in-law, Connie Friesen, 33 nieces &amp; nephews, 7 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Laura Tieszen Friesen managed to pack two full lives into her 94 years. The first half of her adult life she was a career woman working full-time in pharmacies in Wolf Point, and later Billings, Montana. But working was never the center of her life. It was her activities outside of work that gave her the most satisfaction – helping family, friends and her church. She was always ready to be called on: to sing special music at church, to run a vacation Bible school programs, to serve as a wedding assistant (bridesmaid, food server, whatever was needed), and as aunt-of-all-trades to her country nieces and nephews. She seemed to have an endless source of physical articles – bridesmaid dresses for high school formal occasions, towels for a college-bound student -- and advice to meet every occasion – how to make a perfect bed, how to serve food for guests. Her nieces and nephews all remember her delighting them every Christmas with a perfectly decorated Christmas tree and personally selected extravagant gifts.&nbsp;Then at the age of 45 she astonished everyone by announcing she was getting married, to a man she barely knew: Willmer Friesen, a potato farmer from Idaho, the brother of her sister-in-law, a widower with two grown children. She and Willmer were married on March 7, 1975, and she wasted no time embracing her new roles: farmer’s wife, general contractor for the refurbishing of their aging farmhouse, step-mother, and grandmother, plus being an enthusiastic leader of organizations in her new church such as Sunday school superintendent, annual women’s retreat, and vacation Bible school. For the rest of her life she built a solid love bond with Willmer and maintained close relationships with his two children and their families, all the while never losing contact with her siblings, nieces and nephews from her “first life”.&nbsp;&nbsp;Laura Marie Tieszen was born in Lustre, Montana, on December 14, 1929, the fifth of six children. She spent all her childhood on a farm close to the Lustre Mennonite Brethren church. She had a happy childhood with a family who prayed together and sang together. She accepted the Lord during a revival service and soon thereafter, she was baptized and joined the church. She attended elementary school eight years at three different one-room schools. When it came time for high school she and her younger sister Adaline attended two years at Lustre Bible School, and then one year at Glasgow high school, living in an apartment walking distance from school. The next year the Lustre Bible School was up and running as an accredited high school and Laura and Adaline were part of the first class. After high school Laura got a job as a nurses’ aide in the Glasgow Francis Mahon Deaconess hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;On March 8, 1951, her father died suddenly leaving her mother alone on the family farm; Laura agreed to move into a house with her mother in Wolf Point, the town forty miles away. They lived there for 17 years. In 1968 Laura moved to Billings, Montana, where she lived in an apartment until her marriage in 1975. Again, she became involved in a church and made herself available to help her family living in Billings. It was while she was in Billings that a letter arrived from a man called Willmer, and after that, several in-person visits that led to their marriage.&nbsp;In 1990, Laura and Willmer’s fifteenth year of marriage, Willmer retired from farming but they continued to live in their home another ten years. During that time they spent several winters in Arizona before moving permanently to a duplex in Kidron Village in North Newton, Kansas in 2000. Here she was closer to her husband’s family: Dale and Connie Friesen in Kansas City, and Margie and Steve Chartrand in Omaha. Once again, Laura threw herself headlong into leadership roles, such as organizing the annual Kidron garage sale, leading women’s devotional times, and being in charge of the arts and crafts display case.&nbsp;Willmer was moved into full health care in 2009 where she visited him every day. After his death in May 2011, she remained active taking at least three family trips by herself, plus being the driver for many outings organized by her and her friends. In 2016 she reluctantly moved out of her duplex and sold her car. When she could no longer drive, jigsaw puzzles became her passion – she put together over 100 puzzles, many of which she had framed so she could give them as gifts – as well as playing the game Rummikub, for which she became a formidable opponent.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Willmer, three brothers and one sister, nine sisters-in-law, seven brothers-in-law, one step-son, one step-son-in-law, one niece and one nephew. She is survived by one sister, Adaline Crabtree, her step-daughter, Margie Chartrand, her step-daughter-in-law, Connie Friesen, 33 nieces &amp; nephews, 7 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Laura Tieszen Friesen |1929-2024|

“Bloom where you are planted,” and bloom she did! &nbsp;Mildred Gillett Riley, fondly known as “Fudgie,” passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024 lovingly surrounded by family.

Mildred (105) was born on August 26, 1918 in Hamilton, MO to parents Horace W. and Ina (Adams) Gillett. &nbsp;After graduating from Oakley (KS) High School in 1936, Mildred earned her B.S. in Home Economics Education from Pittsburg State Teachers College in 1940. &nbsp;Mildred married her college sweetheart, Brette Redpath Riley, Jr. in Newport, RI in 1942 where he was training as a naval officer. &nbsp;Mildred was a distinguished member of the Greatest Generation and proudly did her part for the war effort working in a top secret Radiation Laboratory at MIT. &nbsp;

In the 50’s and 60’s she and Brette raised their growing family in Pittsburg, Topeka, St. John, Larned, Dodge City, and Pratt. &nbsp;During the 70’s and 80’s, Mildred taught English at Pratt High School. &nbsp;She traveled the world after retirement. &nbsp;Mildred was a member of Tri Sigma Sorority, Pratt First United Methodist Church/Sarah Guild, P.E.O., AAUW, Contributive Cooking Club, Distaff Investment Club, and numerous bridge clubs. &nbsp;She found great reward in her years spent volunteering at Pratt Regional Medical Center. &nbsp;She also enjoyed golf, cooking, and reading but love of family and gardening were her lifelong passions. &nbsp;She grew many beautiful flowers and vegetables with assistance from her dear friend and helper, Janice Meredith. &nbsp;

Mildred had a deep faith and felt richly blessed. &nbsp;She was also a voracious reader, approached issues in an informed and open-minded manner, and was ever the optimist. &nbsp;She warmly welcomed newcomers, loved entertaining as both a host and guest, and she generously shared the bounty of her gardens. &nbsp;Her family appreciates and will long remember the special trips and birthday cruises she hosted.

Mildred’s family is grateful for Janice Meredith for her loving assistance over several decades. &nbsp;The family also extends sincere thanks to the “heroes” at Pratt Health &amp; Rehab for the care, kindness, and respect shown Mildred over the last eighteen months.

She is survived by: sister, Barbara Gillett (Kay Kotzelnick); and children Brette R. Riley, III (Lynne); Pat (Don) Schwartz; Pam (Bill) Knepp: and Jeff (Kathleen) Riley. &nbsp;She was a loving &nbsp;“G.G.” to nine grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: parents, Horace W. and Ina (Adams) Gillett; husband Brette R. Riley, Jr.; siblings Erma Gillett (Teichgraeber), Jean Gillett, William Gillett, and James Gillett; and grandson Joseph P. Riley.

Mildred will be greatly missed and forever treasured by her large family and many friends.

Cremation has taken place. &nbsp;&nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be at the Pratt First United Methodist Church on October 12, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. &nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to Pratt Regional Medical Center Foundation or First United Methodist Church 50/50 Class.

<figure>
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 </figure>“Bloom where you are planted,” and bloom she did! &nbsp;Mildred Gillett Riley, fondly known as “Fudgie,” passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024 lovingly surrounded by family.Mildred (105) was born on August 26, 1918 in Hamilton, MO to parents Horace W. and Ina (Adams) Gillett. &nbsp;After graduating from Oakley (KS) High School in 1936, Mildred earned her B.S. in Home Economics Education from Pittsburg State Teachers College in 1940. &nbsp;Mildred married her college sweetheart, Brette Redpath Riley, Jr. in Newport, RI in 1942 where he was training as a naval officer. &nbsp;Mildred was a distinguished member of the Greatest Generation and proudly did her part for the war effort working in a top secret Radiation Laboratory at MIT. &nbsp;In the 50’s and 60’s she and Brette raised their growing family in Pittsburg, Topeka, St. John, Larned, Dodge City, and Pratt. &nbsp;During the 70’s and 80’s, Mildred taught English at Pratt High School. &nbsp;She traveled the world after retirement. &nbsp;Mildred was a member of Tri Sigma Sorority, Pratt First United Methodist Church/Sarah Guild, P.E.O., AAUW, Contributive Cooking Club, Distaff Investment Club, and numerous bridge clubs. &nbsp;She found great reward in her years spent volunteering at Pratt Regional Medical Center. &nbsp;She also enjoyed golf, cooking, and reading but love of family and gardening were her lifelong passions. &nbsp;She grew many beautiful flowers and vegetables with assistance from her dear friend and helper, Janice Meredith. &nbsp;Mildred had a deep faith and felt richly blessed. &nbsp;She was also a voracious reader, approached issues in an informed and open-minded manner, and was ever the optimist. &nbsp;She warmly welcomed newcomers, loved entertaining as both a host and guest, and she generously shared the bounty of her gardens. &nbsp;Her family appreciates and will long remember the special trips and birthday cruises she hosted.Mildred’s family is grateful for Janice Meredith for her loving assistance over several decades. &nbsp;The family also extends sincere thanks to the “heroes” at Pratt Health &amp; Rehab for the care, kindness, and respect shown Mildred over the last eighteen months.She is survived by: sister, Barbara Gillett (Kay Kotzelnick); and children Brette R. Riley, III (Lynne); Pat (Don) Schwartz; Pam (Bill) Knepp: and Jeff (Kathleen) Riley. &nbsp;She was a loving &nbsp;“G.G.” to nine grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: parents, Horace W. and Ina (Adams) Gillett; husband Brette R. Riley, Jr.; siblings Erma Gillett (Teichgraeber), Jean Gillett, William Gillett, and James Gillett; and grandson Joseph P. Riley.Mildred will be greatly missed and forever treasured by her large family and many friends.Cremation has taken place. &nbsp;&nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be at the Pratt First United Methodist Church on October 12, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. &nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to Pratt Regional Medical Center Foundation or First United Methodist Church 50/50 Class.

Mildred Gillett Riley |1918-2024|

Dalton Tyler Deist, 19, of McPherson, KS passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Marquette.

Dalton was born in McPherson, on May 6, 2005, the son of  Butch Deist and Tara (Stieben) Dirks.

Dalton attended Lincoln Grade School, McPherson Middle School and graduated from McPherson High School in 2023.

Dalton worked  as a carpenter for Carpenter Construction.

Dalton enjoyed riding dirt bikes, pleasing his friends and family, loved green bean casserole, working on his truck and spending time with his friends and family.

He is survived by his father, Butch (Beth) Deist of McPherson; mother, Tara (James) Dirks of Atwood, KS; mother, Dezirae (Tony) Deist of McPherson; sisters, Harlie Deist of McPherson, Alexis Young of Wichita, KS, Taylor Young of Manhattan, KS, and Sidney (Coleton) Rogge of Winona, KS; brothers, Brodey Dirks of Atwood, Austin Young of Norman, OK and Jarred Dirks of Cambridge, NE.  

Dalton was preceded in death by his grandparents; his uncle John Deist III and his cousins, Brex Whalen and Rebecca Deist.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the American Legion Post 24 in McPherson with Jeffery Deist officiating.

Memorials may be made to KMCS - Kansas Motocross Championship Series and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>Dalton Tyler Deist, 19, of McPherson, KS passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Marquette.Dalton was born in McPherson, on May 6, 2005, the son of Butch Deist and Tara (Stieben) Dirks.Dalton attended Lincoln Grade School, McPherson Middle School and graduated from McPherson High School in 2023.Dalton worked as a carpenter for Carpenter Construction.Dalton enjoyed riding dirt bikes, pleasing his friends and family, loved green bean casserole, working on his truck and spending time with his friends and family.He is survived by his father, Butch (Beth) Deist of McPherson; mother, Tara (James) Dirks of Atwood, KS; mother, Dezirae (Tony) Deist of McPherson; sisters, Harlie Deist of McPherson, Alexis Young of Wichita, KS, Taylor Young of Manhattan, KS, and Sidney (Coleton) Rogge of Winona, KS; brothers, Brodey Dirks of Atwood, Austin Young of Norman, OK and Jarred Dirks of Cambridge, NE. Dalton was preceded in death by his grandparents; his uncle John Deist III and his cousins, Brex Whalen and Rebecca Deist.A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the American Legion Post 24 in McPherson with Jeffery Deist officiating.Memorials may be made to KMCS - Kansas Motocross Championship Series and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460.

Dalton Tyler Deist |2005-2024|

Christine Marie (Duerksen) Waltner, age 94, had a peaceful homegoing the morning of July 27, 2024, at Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton, KS. She had a long rich life of relationships and exceptional experiences.

Christine was born on January 20, 1930, in Champa, India, to Jacob R. and Christena Duerksen, who were Mennonite missionaries. Christine was the middle child with older brother, Joe, and younger sister, Lois. Her early education was at Woodstock School, an international residential school in the Himalayan foothills. At age 16 she returned to the United States and attended Bethel College where she received her degree in Education. It was here that she met her future husband, Harris Waltner. They were married on August 15, 1951, and spent the next couple years in Chicago at Mennonite Biblical Seminary where Harris was studying for the ministry.&nbsp;

Their first move was to Moundridge, KS, where Harris pastored the West Zion Mennonite Church. All three of their children, John, Carol and Marilyn, were born there. Over the next 21 years (1963-1984) they moved to serve churches in Ritzville, WA, Fort Wayne, IN (one-year interim), and Mountain Lake, MN. In 1984 they accepted an invitation to go to Lesotho in Southern Africa to serve for 6 years at the Maseru United Church, a non-denominational multicultural congregation. Upon returning to Kansas in 1991 they finished up their church career in Manhattan at the Manhattan Mennonite Church.

During all these years Christine was a capable and loving wife, mother and grandmother, although she also found satisfaction in working at various part-time jobs as substitute teacher, fabric store clerk and physical therapy aide. All these experiences showed her interest in people and care for others.

In 2002 their final move was to Kidron Bethel Village where they enjoyed community life, the educational and cultural opportunities of their location and especially, being reunited with family, former friends, classmates and colleagues. When both Harris and Christine experienced health issues in 2011, Harris moved to Health Care where he died in 2012 and Christine became a resident of Assisted Living and then Health Care. There she continued her hobbies of reading, embroidery and interacting with people.

Christine was preceded in death by her parents, brother Joe Duerksen and sister Lois Deckert. She leaves three children: John (Pam), Carol (Stan), and Marilyn; eight grandchildren: Jonathan (Morgan), Laura (AJ/Alejandro), Lindsay, Sarah (John), Erica (Matilda), Christian (Anna), Reid (Jena) and Ross; and six great grandchildren: Wren Lyra, Augie, Adeline, Calvin and Louisa.

A memorial service will be held at Shalom Mennonite Church, Newton, on September 28 at 11:00 am. Memorial gifts are suggested for Kidron Bethel Village in honor of the wonderful care she received while a resident there.

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 </figure>Christine Marie (Duerksen) Waltner, age 94, had a peaceful homegoing the morning of July 27, 2024, at Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton, KS. She had a long rich life of relationships and exceptional experiences.Christine was born on January 20, 1930, in Champa, India, to Jacob R. and Christena Duerksen, who were Mennonite missionaries. Christine was the middle child with older brother, Joe, and younger sister, Lois. Her early education was at Woodstock School, an international residential school in the Himalayan foothills. At age 16 she returned to the United States and attended Bethel College where she received her degree in Education. It was here that she met her future husband, Harris Waltner. They were married on August 15, 1951, and spent the next couple years in Chicago at Mennonite Biblical Seminary where Harris was studying for the ministry.&nbsp;Their first move was to Moundridge, KS, where Harris pastored the West Zion Mennonite Church. All three of their children, John, Carol and Marilyn, were born there. Over the next 21 years (1963-1984) they moved to serve churches in Ritzville, WA, Fort Wayne, IN (one-year interim), and Mountain Lake, MN. In 1984 they accepted an invitation to go to Lesotho in Southern Africa to serve for 6 years at the Maseru United Church, a non-denominational multicultural congregation. Upon returning to Kansas in 1991 they finished up their church career in Manhattan at the Manhattan Mennonite Church.During all these years Christine was a capable and loving wife, mother and grandmother, although she also found satisfaction in working at various part-time jobs as substitute teacher, fabric store clerk and physical therapy aide. All these experiences showed her interest in people and care for others.In 2002 their final move was to Kidron Bethel Village where they enjoyed community life, the educational and cultural opportunities of their location and especially, being reunited with family, former friends, classmates and colleagues. When both Harris and Christine experienced health issues in 2011, Harris moved to Health Care where he died in 2012 and Christine became a resident of Assisted Living and then Health Care. There she continued her hobbies of reading, embroidery and interacting with people.Christine was preceded in death by her parents, brother Joe Duerksen and sister Lois Deckert. She leaves three children: John (Pam), Carol (Stan), and Marilyn; eight grandchildren: Jonathan (Morgan), Laura (AJ/Alejandro), Lindsay, Sarah (John), Erica (Matilda), Christian (Anna), Reid (Jena) and Ross; and six great grandchildren: Wren Lyra, Augie, Adeline, Calvin and Louisa.A memorial service will be held at Shalom Mennonite Church, Newton, on September 28 at 11:00 am. Memorial gifts are suggested for Kidron Bethel Village in honor of the wonderful care she received while a resident there.

Christine Marie (Duerksen) Waltner |1930-2024|

Karen Adell Schrott, 84, died August 4, 2024, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. &nbsp;She was born July 28, 1940, in Pratt, to Floyd and Lena Elizabeth (Cougher) Althaus. &nbsp;

Karen worked in the banking industry for over 30 years, and was responsible for data entry and account maintenance. A Hutchinson resident since 1961, she was of the Methodist faith. &nbsp;Karen enjoyed watching the Kansas City Chiefs and golf. &nbsp;She loved to read, and even had her own personal library. &nbsp;All animals held a special place in her heart, but Karen had a particular love for cats, including both her pet cats and cat figurines. &nbsp;Above all, Karen loved her family unconditionally, especially being a grandmother and great-grandmother. &nbsp;In addition, she spent many hours working on her family’s genealogy.&nbsp;

On May 5, 1962, she married Charles A. “Chuck” Schrott, in Hutchinson. &nbsp;He died February 11, 2000.&nbsp;

Karen is survived by: &nbsp;daughters, Julie Main (Mark) and Jodi Wright (Kevin), all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Joseph Boyle (Aron) of Wichita, Derrick Wright of Hutchinson, Baylee Reyes (Keven) of Wichita, and Jakob Main of Hutchinson; and a great-granddaughter, Nora Boyle, with another great-grandchild due any day.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Chuck; and brother, David.

Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2024, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

Karen Adell Schrott, 84, died August 4, 2024, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. &nbsp;She was born July 28, 1940, in Pratt, to Floyd and Lena Elizabeth (Cougher) Althaus. &nbsp;Karen worked in the banking industry for over 30 years, and was responsible for data entry and account maintenance. A Hutchinson resident since 1961, she was of the Methodist faith. &nbsp;Karen enjoyed watching the Kansas City Chiefs and golf. &nbsp;She loved to read, and even had her own personal library. &nbsp;All animals held a special place in her heart, but Karen had a particular love for cats, including both her pet cats and cat figurines. &nbsp;Above all, Karen loved her family unconditionally, especially being a grandmother and great-grandmother. &nbsp;In addition, she spent many hours working on her family’s genealogy.&nbsp;On May 5, 1962, she married Charles A. “Chuck” Schrott, in Hutchinson. &nbsp;He died February 11, 2000.&nbsp;Karen is survived by: &nbsp;daughters, Julie Main (Mark) and Jodi Wright (Kevin), all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Joseph Boyle (Aron) of Wichita, Derrick Wright of Hutchinson, Baylee Reyes (Keven) of Wichita, and Jakob Main of Hutchinson; and a great-granddaughter, Nora Boyle, with another great-grandchild due any day.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Chuck; and brother, David.Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2024, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

Karen Adell Schrott |1940-2024|

Grady William Tedder, 79, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, at his home in Hutchinson, KS. Grady was born November 6, 1944, in Pratt, KS, the son of Howard C. and Doris M. (Northrop) Tedder.

Grady graduated from Newton High School in 1963. He worked for Kinder Corp. working in the upholstery industry, he worked for New England Trucking for over a year as a truck driver and his last employment was driving a railroad crew around for Rail Crew Xpress. Grady’s favorite chapter in his life was working for Spring Lake Resort for over 10 years in maintenance. Grady enjoyed bowling and spending time with his family camping and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents; ex-wife, Shirley Noyes Tedder; a daughter, Sherrill Buckle; granddaughter, Alice Buckle; sisters and their spouses, Nancy and Bob Bryant, Phyllis and Mike Malcolm; brothers, Cliff Tedder, Barry Tedder and Steven Tedder.

Grady is survived by his girlfriend, Carolyn Starks; daughters, Christine D. (Rick) Rogers, Jeanetta L. Tedder and Melissa (Marc) Wherrell; brothers, Loren H. (Lori) Tedder, Kenneth M. (Cindy) Tedder, and Calvin (Marianne) Tedder; son-in-law, John Buckle; sisters-in-law, Connie Tedder, and Mariann Tedder; grandchildren, Dustin Rogers, Joshua (Ruth) Rogers, Misty Fisher, Brandon (Tanya) Fisher, Cameron Fisher, and Grady Nadeau; great grandchildren, Aspen (Jeremy) Mitchell, Jamal Stevens, Kaden Stevens, LeAnna Stevens, Amara Wendt, Jessie and J.J.; and a great- great granddaughter, Elaina Dawn Mitchell.

A celebration of Grady’s life will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Camp Hawk, 1801 SW 36 th St, Newton, KS. Memorials may be given to Caring Hands Humane Society and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Grady William Tedder, 79, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, at his home in Hutchinson, KS. Grady was born November 6, 1944, in Pratt, KS, the son of Howard C. and Doris M. (Northrop) Tedder.Grady graduated from Newton High School in 1963. He worked for Kinder Corp. working in the upholstery industry, he worked for New England Trucking for over a year as a truck driver and his last employment was driving a railroad crew around for Rail Crew Xpress. Grady’s favorite chapter in his life was working for Spring Lake Resort for over 10 years in maintenance. Grady enjoyed bowling and spending time with his family camping and fishing.He was preceded in death by his parents; ex-wife, Shirley Noyes Tedder; a daughter, Sherrill Buckle; granddaughter, Alice Buckle; sisters and their spouses, Nancy and Bob Bryant, Phyllis and Mike Malcolm; brothers, Cliff Tedder, Barry Tedder and Steven Tedder.Grady is survived by his girlfriend, Carolyn Starks; daughters, Christine D. (Rick) Rogers, Jeanetta L. Tedder and Melissa (Marc) Wherrell; brothers, Loren H. (Lori) Tedder, Kenneth M. (Cindy) Tedder, and Calvin (Marianne) Tedder; son-in-law, John Buckle; sisters-in-law, Connie Tedder, and Mariann Tedder; grandchildren, Dustin Rogers, Joshua (Ruth) Rogers, Misty Fisher, Brandon (Tanya) Fisher, Cameron Fisher, and Grady Nadeau; great grandchildren, Aspen (Jeremy) Mitchell, Jamal Stevens, Kaden Stevens, LeAnna Stevens, Amara Wendt, Jessie and J.J.; and a great- great granddaughter, Elaina Dawn Mitchell.A celebration of Grady’s life will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Camp Hawk, 1801 SW 36 th St, Newton, KS. Memorials may be given to Caring Hands Humane Society and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Grady William Tedder |1944-2024|

Mark Richard Hammerschmidt, of Plainville Kansas, passed away on August 4, 2024, at his home after a brief illness, at the age of 44. He was born on September 29, 1979, to Leo and Barbara (Finnesy) Hammerschmidt in Hays, Kansas. He was married on August 21, 2010, to Deanna (Schultz).

Mark grew up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School in 1998. He graduated from Northwest Kansas Technical School in 2001 with a degree in Engineering &amp; Drafting Technology. Mark was an Engineer Technician at Penco Engineering.

He was an avid Chiefs and Huskers fan and spent most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall watching football in his garage. He enjoyed barbecuing and spending time with his family and friends.

Mark is survived by his wife, Deanna of Plainville; daughter, Mia of Plainville; sisters, Margaret (Leon) Plante of Plainville, Mona (James) Allbee of Edmond, Oklahoma, Jennifer (Dustin) Stull of Natoma, Kansas and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Leo Hammerschmidt.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Plainville. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, August 8 at 6:00 PM. A Vigil will follow at 7:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Plainville Ambassador Club, Rooks County Cancer Council, Plainville Wrestling Club or Eager Beaver 4-H Club and may be sent to Plumer- Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1722995252414.jpeg" alt="Mark Richard Hammerschmidt" />
 <figcaption>Mark Richard Hammerschmidt</figcaption>
 </figure>Mark Richard Hammerschmidt, of Plainville Kansas, passed away on August 4, 2024, at his home after a brief illness, at the age of 44. He was born on September 29, 1979, to Leo and Barbara (Finnesy) Hammerschmidt in Hays, Kansas. He was married on August 21, 2010, to Deanna (Schultz).Mark grew up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School in 1998. He graduated from Northwest Kansas Technical School in 2001 with a degree in Engineering &amp; Drafting Technology. Mark was an Engineer Technician at Penco Engineering.He was an avid Chiefs and Huskers fan and spent most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall watching football in his garage. He enjoyed barbecuing and spending time with his family and friends.Mark is survived by his wife, Deanna of Plainville; daughter, Mia of Plainville; sisters, Margaret (Leon) Plante of Plainville, Mona (James) Allbee of Edmond, Oklahoma, Jennifer (Dustin) Stull of Natoma, Kansas and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Leo Hammerschmidt.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Plainville. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, August 8 at 6:00 PM. A Vigil will follow at 7:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Plainville Ambassador Club, Rooks County Cancer Council, Plainville Wrestling Club or Eager Beaver 4-H Club and may be sent to Plumer- Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663. Online condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>.

Mark Richard Hammerschmidt |1979-2024|

Roosevelt Gamble, 86, while surrounded by loved ones, went home to be with the Lord on August 1st, 2024. A family man, dedicated Deacon of Second Missionary Baptist church and owner of Roosevelt's shoe shine, which was featured on the local TV Series "Hatteberg's People". Originally from Arkansas, Roosevelt was member of the Newton community for over 60 years. Roosevelt was known for his warmth, kindness, unforgettable smile and dedication to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Roosevelt is proceeded in death by his wife Ruby Gamble. Parents Jordan and Mary Gamble. Siblings Alma Glover, Floyd Gamble Louise Gaither, Ray Gamble, as well as children Anthony Edwards, Arbey Edwards and Kevin Gamble.

Roosevelt is survived by his siblings Faye Black, Lloyd "Billy" Gamble, Ora London and Rosine Knott. In addition his children Carl L. Edwards and Floyd E. Edwards as well as a multitude of nieces, nephews, grand children, great grandchildren and great great grand children.

Roosevelt’s legacy will live on through his family and friends, he will be deeply missed. Visitation will be 9:00a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 9, 2024 at Petersen Family Funeral Home, Newton Kansas. Graveside will follow the visitation at Greenwood Cemetery in Newton, Kansas.

Pallbearers Floyd A. Edwards, Preston Edwards, Elijah Edwards, Luke Edwards, Britton Bayes, Kasen Bayes. Honorary pallbearers; Willie Gamble, Jerry Gamble, Tony Edwards, Carl D. Edwards.

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 </figure>Roosevelt Gamble, 86, while surrounded by loved ones, went home to be with the Lord on August 1st, 2024. A family man, dedicated Deacon of Second Missionary Baptist church and owner of Roosevelt's shoe shine, which was featured on the local TV Series "Hatteberg's People". Originally from Arkansas, Roosevelt was member of the Newton community for over 60 years. Roosevelt was known for his warmth, kindness, unforgettable smile and dedication to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Roosevelt is proceeded in death by his wife Ruby Gamble. Parents Jordan and Mary Gamble. Siblings Alma Glover, Floyd Gamble Louise Gaither, Ray Gamble, as well as children Anthony Edwards, Arbey Edwards and Kevin Gamble.Roosevelt is survived by his siblings Faye Black, Lloyd "Billy" Gamble, Ora London and Rosine Knott. In addition his children Carl L. Edwards and Floyd E. Edwards as well as a multitude of nieces, nephews, grand children, great grandchildren and great great grand children.Roosevelt’s legacy will live on through his family and friends, he will be deeply missed. Visitation will be 9:00a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 9, 2024 at Petersen Family Funeral Home, Newton Kansas. Graveside will follow the visitation at Greenwood Cemetery in Newton, Kansas.Pallbearers Floyd A. Edwards, Preston Edwards, Elijah Edwards, Luke Edwards, Britton Bayes, Kasen Bayes. Honorary pallbearers; Willie Gamble, Jerry Gamble, Tony Edwards, Carl D. Edwards.

Roosevelt Gamble |1938-2024|

Dennis "Dink" Loyd, 63, died August 2, 2024, at Hospice House in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born April 14, 1961, in Liberal to Dale and Bonnie Stout Loyd.&nbsp; Dennis lived his life using his hands, head, and heart. He began working as a youngster with an aptitude for machinery, engines, and home remodeling. Dink was always enthusiastic to help family and friends with a no-nonsense approach of “Let’s get this done!” His 18-year career with the Hutchinson Water Department gave him multiple opportunities to use his diverse skills. “Grampa” was one of his favorite titles among his six grandchildren- Jake, Cody, Rownan, Kadynce, Khiley, and Kylene. Dennis and Ann also most certainly loved their fur-friends, especially those in the Corgi family.

Dennis is survived by: his wife, Ann Etzler Loyd; mother, Bonnie Loyd; four sons, Joshua (Angie), Dustin (Lisa), Jacob, and Andrew (Mersadeez); sister, Audrey Hoffman (Dan); and brother, Herb (Melanie); and many thoughtful friends.

He is preceded in death by: his father, Harold Loyd; brother, Corvin Loyd; and sister, Guida Loyd.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday August 10, 2024 from 1-3 P.m. at Sunshine Meadows Nursing Home chapel, 400 S. Buhler Rd, Buhler, Ks, 67522.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Storm Creek Horse Rescue in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main St, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

<figure>
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 </figure>Dennis "Dink" Loyd, 63, died August 2, 2024, at Hospice House in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born April 14, 1961, in Liberal to Dale and Bonnie Stout Loyd.&nbsp; Dennis lived his life using his hands, head, and heart. He began working as a youngster with an aptitude for machinery, engines, and home remodeling. Dink was always enthusiastic to help family and friends with a no-nonsense approach of “Let’s get this done!” His 18-year career with the Hutchinson Water Department gave him multiple opportunities to use his diverse skills. “Grampa” was one of his favorite titles among his six grandchildren- Jake, Cody, Rownan, Kadynce, Khiley, and Kylene. Dennis and Ann also most certainly loved their fur-friends, especially those in the Corgi family.Dennis is survived by: his wife, Ann Etzler Loyd; mother, Bonnie Loyd; four sons, Joshua (Angie), Dustin (Lisa), Jacob, and Andrew (Mersadeez); sister, Audrey Hoffman (Dan); and brother, Herb (Melanie); and many thoughtful friends.He is preceded in death by: his father, Harold Loyd; brother, Corvin Loyd; and sister, Guida Loyd.A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday August 10, 2024 from 1-3 P.m. at Sunshine Meadows Nursing Home chapel, 400 S. Buhler Rd, Buhler, Ks, 67522.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Storm Creek Horse Rescue in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main St, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Dennis "Dink" Loyd |1961-2024|

David Webb, 61, of South Hutchinson, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024. He was born Sept. 11, 1963, to Richard J. and Mary (Urban) Webb in McPherson, KS.

He was a lifelong tradesman in construction, specifically talented and passionate about carpentry. His hobbies were fishing, gardening, and playing guitar and harmonica.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard J Webb Jr. of South Hutchinson; brother, Richard J. Webb III of Walker, KS; sisters, Ruth Martinie of Hutchinson, Vivian Sorenson of North Platte, NE, and a son, William David Grimes of Pratt, KS.

David is survived by his mother, Mary Webb of South Hutchinson; sisters, Catherine Hixon, Patricia Best (Harlan), Barbara Webb, of Hutchinson, Frances Ronnau (Robert) of Phoenix, AZ, Christine Webb-Mikesell of Mesa, AZ, Rita Carpenter (Kris) of Colwich, KS, Mary Walker (David Cunningham) of Kansas City; brother, Daniel Webb of South Hutchinson; daughter, Amanda Petz, and grandchildren, Laney and Adrienne Petz, William Willard, and lifelong friend Sharon Grimes all of Pratt, KS, along with many nieces and nephews.

Parish Rosary will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, KS. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Inurnment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to the donor’s choice and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS 67502.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>David Webb</figcaption>
 </figure>David Webb, 61, of South Hutchinson, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024. He was born Sept. 11, 1963, to Richard J. and Mary (Urban) Webb in McPherson, KS.He was a lifelong tradesman in construction, specifically talented and passionate about carpentry. His hobbies were fishing, gardening, and playing guitar and harmonica.He was preceded in death by his father, Richard J Webb Jr. of South Hutchinson; brother, Richard J. Webb III of Walker, KS; sisters, Ruth Martinie of Hutchinson, Vivian Sorenson of North Platte, NE, and a son, William David Grimes of Pratt, KS.David is survived by his mother, Mary Webb of South Hutchinson; sisters, Catherine Hixon, Patricia Best (Harlan), Barbara Webb, of Hutchinson, Frances Ronnau (Robert) of Phoenix, AZ, Christine Webb-Mikesell of Mesa, AZ, Rita Carpenter (Kris) of Colwich, KS, Mary Walker (David Cunningham) of Kansas City; brother, Daniel Webb of South Hutchinson; daughter, Amanda Petz, and grandchildren, Laney and Adrienne Petz, William Willard, and lifelong friend Sharon Grimes all of Pratt, KS, along with many nieces and nephews.Parish Rosary will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, KS. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Inurnment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to the donor’s choice and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS 67502.

David A. Webb |1963-2024|

Gary Edward Hughes, 90, went to the arms of Jesus on the morning of August 1, 2024 after a brief illness while visiting family in Loveland, CO. He is now in heaven with his beloved wife Shirley Hughes. He was born May 31, 1934 to George E. Hughes and Wilma Hughes (Schooley), in Pratt, KS, where he grew up and graduated from Pratt High School. He met the love of his life working at a fly-swatter factory in Pratt.

Gary married Shirley I. Reedy on January 24, 1954. They were married 68 years and 7 months, a testimony to their enduring love and commitment. Together they built a life filled with love, joy, and support until her passing. In her last years, he cared for her when she was sick. He was a devoted husband and would do anything for her. Their love for each other was undeniable in all they did, even up to her last breath.

Over the years, he worked in plumbing in Pratt, KS, and heating and air conditioning in Loveland, CO. Gary was a well-respected member of the community. He retired as part-owner in Gibson Heating and Air Conditioning in 1994 and then moved to Williamsburg, KS.

While in Loveland, he made many memories with family at the lake, camping, backpacking, and hosting family gatherings. He was involved in bowling, fishing, the camping club and horseshoe pitching. Gary was instrumental in establishing the horseshoe pits in Loveland and the surrounding area, and he spearheaded the horseshoe pitching league in Loveland. He participated in the challenge and camaraderie of black power sport shooting competitions where he would use muzzleloading firearm techniques that date back to historical times. Gary did well in competition and won several awards.

He was an avid fisherman throughout his life, fishing locally and taking several fishing trips to Alaska, to Great Slave and Great Bear Lake in the Northwest Territories, as well as Lac La Ronge in Saskatchewan. He hosted an annual fish fry in Williamsburg, catching hundreds and hundreds of fish. Every year he would jokingly say, "This is it. I'm not doing this next year." (He just recently celebrated his 90th birthday with a fish fry.)

After retirement, Gary continued to pursue fishing and loved hunting (deer, pheasant, and quail). Additionally, he enjoyed other past-times like woodworking, gardening, and golfing. He became actively involved in the community booster club, supporting local groups and activities, and specifically providing school supplies for local children. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Williamsburg. Gary's presence was cherished by all who knew him. His sense of humor, kind heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering integrity left a lasting impression. He'll be missed by family, friends, and the community he loved.

He is survived by son Gary W. Hughes (Grace) of Cheyenne, WY; daughter Deanna Hughes-Castro (Maria) of Olathe, KS; daughter Leanna Hughes-Mitchell (Stephen) of Loveland, CO; son Gregory E. Hughes (Deb)

of Grand Junction, CO; nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and sister Norma Frisby (Ray), along with many nieces and nephews.

Gary will be deeply missed by his loyal dog, Anna, who was his faithful companion and brought him comfort in his later years.

He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley, parents George and Wilma, and brother-in-law Ray.

Visitation will occur at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt, KS on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 9 AM with interment following at Greenlawn Cemetery in Pratt, KS at 11 AM. A Celebration of Life service will be held at the United Methodist Church in Williamsburg, KS on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 10:30 AM.

Memorials may be made to Williamsburg United Methodist Church or Williamsburg Booster Club in care of Larrison Mortuary. Online condolences may be left at www.larrisonmortuary.com.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Gary Edward Hughes</figcaption>
 </figure>Gary Edward Hughes, 90, went to the arms of Jesus on the morning of August 1, 2024 after a brief illness while visiting family in Loveland, CO. He is now in heaven with his beloved wife Shirley Hughes. He was born May 31, 1934 to George E. Hughes and Wilma Hughes (Schooley), in Pratt, KS, where he grew up and graduated from Pratt High School. He met the love of his life working at a fly-swatter factory in Pratt.Gary married Shirley I. Reedy on January 24, 1954. They were married 68 years and 7 months, a testimony to their enduring love and commitment. Together they built a life filled with love, joy, and support until her passing. In her last years, he cared for her when she was sick. He was a devoted husband and would do anything for her. Their love for each other was undeniable in all they did, even up to her last breath.Over the years, he worked in plumbing in Pratt, KS, and heating and air conditioning in Loveland, CO. Gary was a well-respected member of the community. He retired as part-owner in Gibson Heating and Air Conditioning in 1994 and then moved to Williamsburg, KS.While in Loveland, he made many memories with family at the lake, camping, backpacking, and hosting family gatherings. He was involved in bowling, fishing, the camping club and horseshoe pitching. Gary was instrumental in establishing the horseshoe pits in Loveland and the surrounding area, and he spearheaded the horseshoe pitching league in Loveland. He participated in the challenge and camaraderie of black power sport shooting competitions where he would use muzzleloading firearm techniques that date back to historical times. Gary did well in competition and won several awards.He was an avid fisherman throughout his life, fishing locally and taking several fishing trips to Alaska, to Great Slave and Great Bear Lake in the Northwest Territories, as well as Lac La Ronge in Saskatchewan. He hosted an annual fish fry in Williamsburg, catching hundreds and hundreds of fish. Every year he would jokingly say, "This is it. I'm not doing this next year." (He just recently celebrated his 90th birthday with a fish fry.)After retirement, Gary continued to pursue fishing and loved hunting (deer, pheasant, and quail). Additionally, he enjoyed other past-times like woodworking, gardening, and golfing. He became actively involved in the community booster club, supporting local groups and activities, and specifically providing school supplies for local children. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Williamsburg. Gary's presence was cherished by all who knew him. His sense of humor, kind heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering integrity left a lasting impression. He'll be missed by family, friends, and the community he loved.He is survived by son Gary W. Hughes (Grace) of Cheyenne, WY; daughter Deanna Hughes-Castro (Maria) of Olathe, KS; daughter Leanna Hughes-Mitchell (Stephen) of Loveland, CO; son Gregory E. Hughes (Deb)of Grand Junction, CO; nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and sister Norma Frisby (Ray), along with many nieces and nephews.Gary will be deeply missed by his loyal dog, Anna, who was his faithful companion and brought him comfort in his later years.He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley, parents George and Wilma, and brother-in-law Ray.And now... "This is it."Visitation will occur at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt, KS on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 9 AM with interment following at Greenlawn Cemetery in Pratt, KS at 11 AM. A Celebration of Life service will be held at the United Methodist Church in Williamsburg, KS on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 10:30 AM.Memorials may be made to Williamsburg United Methodist Church or Williamsburg Booster Club in care of Larrison Mortuary. Online condolences may be left at www.larrisonmortuary.com.

Gary Edward Hughes |1934-2024|

Adrienne G. Freeman, 72, died August 1, 2024, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab. She was born June 5, 1952 in Seattle, WA, to Floyd Hardin Freeman and Ann Frances Weatherill.

She was very independent, strong woman who spoke her mind. She had a great influence on the other young women in our family to be strong and independent.

She was the first woman union carpenter in Kansas.&nbsp;

The first woman to work at the oil refinery in McPherson, Kansas in a “man’s” job.&nbsp;

The first person in our family to get a college degree, at the University of Washington. &nbsp;Her degree was in teaching, and she taught underprivileged kids.

On August 14, 1994 she was in an accident and suffered a brain injury. Things took a dramatic turn at that time. I feel like we got blessed with another 30 years of her. We all thought, including the doctors, that was going to be the end. That stubborn streak in her came through and she prevailed.

She was loved and will be missed tremendously by family and friends.

She is survived by: her siblings, Larryann (Leonard) Barkman, Antonia (William) Ahlgrim, Germaine Cook, Matthew Freeman, Gerard Freeman, Ritchie Freeman, Monica (Ken) Kehlet, and Melanie Burges; 19 nieces and nephews; 28 great nieces and nephews; and 11 great-great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Thomas Gilmore; her parents, Ann Frances Weatherill and Floyd Freeman; and five siblings. &nbsp;

Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024 in Laurel Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The family encourages people to wear blue jeans for the service. Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Reno County Food Bank, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

<figure>
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 </figure>Adrienne G. Freeman, 72, died August 1, 2024, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab. She was born June 5, 1952 in Seattle, WA, to Floyd Hardin Freeman and Ann Frances Weatherill.She was very independent, strong woman who spoke her mind. She had a great influence on the other young women in our family to be strong and independent.She was the first woman union carpenter in Kansas.&nbsp;The first woman to work at the oil refinery in McPherson, Kansas in a “man’s” job.&nbsp;The first person in our family to get a college degree, at the University of Washington. &nbsp;Her degree was in teaching, and she taught underprivileged kids.On August 14, 1994 she was in an accident and suffered a brain injury. Things took a dramatic turn at that time. I feel like we got blessed with another 30 years of her. We all thought, including the doctors, that was going to be the end. That stubborn streak in her came through and she prevailed.She was loved and will be missed tremendously by family and friends.She is survived by: her siblings, Larryann (Leonard) Barkman, Antonia (William) Ahlgrim, Germaine Cook, Matthew Freeman, Gerard Freeman, Ritchie Freeman, Monica (Ken) Kehlet, and Melanie Burges; 19 nieces and nephews; 28 great nieces and nephews; and 11 great-great nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her husband, Thomas Gilmore; her parents, Ann Frances Weatherill and Floyd Freeman; and five siblings. &nbsp;Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024 in Laurel Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The family encourages people to wear blue jeans for the service. Cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Reno County Food Bank, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

Adrienne G. Freeman |1952-2024|

Edwina “Eddie” Sue Howard, 62, of Galva, KS, and formerly of Lochbuie, CO and McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024, surrounded by family at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS.&nbsp; She worked as a claim’s liaison coordinator at Viega.

Eddie was born on October 2, 1961, in Beloit, KS, the daughter of Raymond Keith and Betty Jean (Bisnett) Burch.&nbsp; She graduated from Canton-Galva High School in 1979.&nbsp; On April&nbsp; 1, 1978, Eddie was united in marriage to James “Jim” A. Koehn in Canton, KS.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Treva and Aubrey.&nbsp; On May 6, 2006, Eddie married David W. Howard in Eureka Springs, AR.&nbsp;

She was a member of the Canton Christian Church.

Survivors include: her loving husband, David Howard; daughters, Treva (Eric) Norstrom of Galva, KS and Aubrey (Kirk) Craig of McPherson, KS; seven grandchildren, Taryn (Brandon), Ryder, Kourtney, Mimi, Red, Paxton, and Avery; siblings, Dianna (Randall) Unruh of Theodosia, MO, Jeanie (Tim) Nelson of Chelsea, OK, Sheila (Ron) Leduc of Assaria, KS and Kim (Russell) Nightingale of Galva, KS; sister-in-law, Terri Burch of Trinidad, CO; mother-in-law, Frances Dean of Wichita, KS; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Keith Burch, and father-in-law, Wiley Dean.

A celebration of Eddie’s life (come &amp; go) will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Friday, August 16, 2024, at The Yard, 108 W. 2nd&nbsp;St., Galva, KS 67443.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Galva Fire Department or McPherson EMS in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

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 </figure>Edwina “Eddie” Sue Howard, 62, of Galva, KS, and formerly of Lochbuie, CO and McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024, surrounded by family at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS.&nbsp; She worked as a claim’s liaison coordinator at Viega.Eddie was born on October 2, 1961, in Beloit, KS, the daughter of Raymond Keith and Betty Jean (Bisnett) Burch.&nbsp; She graduated from Canton-Galva High School in 1979.&nbsp; On April&nbsp; 1, 1978, Eddie was united in marriage to James “Jim” A. Koehn in Canton, KS.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Treva and Aubrey.&nbsp; On May 6, 2006, Eddie married David W. Howard in Eureka Springs, AR.&nbsp;She was a member of the Canton Christian Church.Survivors include: her loving husband, David Howard; daughters, Treva (Eric) Norstrom of Galva, KS and Aubrey (Kirk) Craig of McPherson, KS; seven grandchildren, Taryn (Brandon), Ryder, Kourtney, Mimi, Red, Paxton, and Avery; siblings, Dianna (Randall) Unruh of Theodosia, MO, Jeanie (Tim) Nelson of Chelsea, OK, Sheila (Ron) Leduc of Assaria, KS and Kim (Russell) Nightingale of Galva, KS; sister-in-law, Terri Burch of Trinidad, CO; mother-in-law, Frances Dean of Wichita, KS; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Keith Burch, and father-in-law, Wiley Dean.A celebration of Eddie’s life (come &amp; go) will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Friday, August 16, 2024, at The Yard, 108 W. 2nd&nbsp;St., Galva, KS 67443.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Galva Fire Department or McPherson EMS in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Edwina “Eddie” Sue Howard |1961-2024|

Norman Ensz, 87, of Inman, Kansas, passed away August 3, 2024, at Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, Kansas, surrounded by family and friends.

Dad was born on the farm near Inman, Kansas, to John A. and Lena Penner Ensz on August 23, 1936, the 3rd&nbsp;of eleven children. He grew up on the farm learning to work hard and play hard. He attended the South Liberty School where he and his siblings made up most of the students. Raised by loving parents, his childhood was an idyllic time in his life, which he often recalled fondly.

At the age of thirteen, he gave his heart to Jesus and was baptized by his father into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. He loved and defended this faith all his life. Feeling the call to serve, he gave two years during his early twenties in 1-W service at the VA Hospital in Roseburg, Oregon. Lifelong friends and wonderful memories were formed during this time.

On May 1, 1960, he married the love of his life, Pearl Jost, at Hillsboro, Kansas. They started 64 years of devoted marriage in a small apartment in Newton, Kansas. Their love never wavered and remained strong to the end.

Even though Dad grew up on a farm, at heart he was always a carpenter. From humble beginnings working in a trailer house factory, to remodeling and building houses, he built his own company, Ensz Home Builders in Hutchinson, Kansas, planning and starting a new subdivision, which Mom named “Blue Spruce”.

After a hurricane devastated coastal Mississippi, Dad and Mom gave several years of service in rebuilding and serving as house parents to six boys in Gulfport, Mississippi. The loss of his father during this time was a great blow to him.

Upon their return to Kansas, Dad and Mom provided a loving foster home for two brothers, Robert 7, and Dale 6. They cared for them for 2 ½ years. In 1972 their lives changed forever when they adopted a newborn baby girl in January and a newborn baby boy in September. One can only imagine how this complicated their already busy lives, but they provided Becky and John with a secure home, filled with love and laughter.

Dad was called by the church and ordained as a deacon, a calling which he faithfully fulfilled. Mom was right by his side, helping him in this endeavor. Together they were a blessing to many people.

When the children became school age, they decided to sell the business in Hutchinson and move closer to Inman and Plainview School. Dad began farming east of Inman, which he did for the next twenty years. He worked hard and provided well for us.

In 1999, they built a retirement home in Inman, enjoying the next 20 years working together in their yard and woodworking shop where they refinished antique furniture. Dad’s specialty was dining room tables, which he would lengthen to seat 22 people. “I’m trying to keep hospitality alive”, he would often say. Hospitality defined Dad and Mom over the years. The door to their home was always open to family, friends and “soon to be friends” that ate at their table or stayed in their guest rooms.

Their retirement years were interrupted by a year spent as house parents at the guest home in Rochester, Minnesota. Here they continued their lifelong commitment to serving others.

An eternal optimist, Dad’s favorite reply when asked how he was doing was “I’m happy as a lark!” A bashful youngster, he grew into a friendly adult who knew no strangers and loved nothing more than meeting new people and visiting with friends, young and old.

Dad survived several bad accidents over the years and his body was tired. After a traumatic burn in 2016, they moved to a small house in Inman, spending the last few years together in their recliners, reading and visiting with each other. Dad’s last year was spent at the Moundridge Manor where he was lovingly cared for by their expert and compassionate staff. We are saddened to say goodbye but know Dad is visiting with old and new friends on the streets of gold.

Left with wonderful memories are his wife Pearl, daughter Becky and Greg Dirks, Morven, North Carolina, son John and Shar Ensz, Inman, Kansas; six grandchildren: Amberlea and Lance Dirks, Morven, North Carolina, Collin and Heather Dirks, Cheraw, South Carolina, Cassidy and Casey Schmidt, Cheraw, South Carolina, Anna, Dietrich and Ian Ensz, Inman, Kansas; three great-grandchildren: Shiloh, Madeline and Spain Dirks; four sisters: Edna and Curt Wiebe, Buhl, Idaho, Marlene Wiebe, Inman, Kansas, Francis Koehn, Brooksville, Mississippi, and Lucille Ensz, Inman, Kansas; three brothers: John and Laverna Ensz, Brooksville, Mississippi, Melvin and Glenda Ensz, Inman, Kansas, and Gene and Kathy Ensz, Hartley, Texas; sisters-in-law: Joann Ensz, Iroquois, South Dakota, Pearl Ensz and Jean Ensz, Montezuma, Kansas, Jeanette Koehn, Burns, Kansas, Janet Jost, Brooksville, Mississippi, Karen Jost, Lewisville, Texas; brothers-in-law: Gladwin and Barb Jost, Hesston, Kansas and Glenn and Virginia Jost, Valley Center, Kansas. He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews, as well as the many people he considered his special friends.&nbsp;

Preceding him in death were his parents, three brothers: Raymond, Alva, and Herb; and five brothers-in-law: Ervin Koehn, Virgal Wiebe, Stanley Koehn, John Jost and Monroe Jost.

The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM until 7:30 PM, Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman, KS.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, August 7, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Zion Church Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to Moundridge Manor in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

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 </figure>Norman Ensz, 87, of Inman, Kansas, passed away August 3, 2024, at Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, Kansas, surrounded by family and friends.Dad was born on the farm near Inman, Kansas, to John A. and Lena Penner Ensz on August 23, 1936, the 3rd&nbsp;of eleven children. He grew up on the farm learning to work hard and play hard. He attended the South Liberty School where he and his siblings made up most of the students. Raised by loving parents, his childhood was an idyllic time in his life, which he often recalled fondly.At the age of thirteen, he gave his heart to Jesus and was baptized by his father into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. He loved and defended this faith all his life. Feeling the call to serve, he gave two years during his early twenties in 1-W service at the VA Hospital in Roseburg, Oregon. Lifelong friends and wonderful memories were formed during this time.On May 1, 1960, he married the love of his life, Pearl Jost, at Hillsboro, Kansas. They started 64 years of devoted marriage in a small apartment in Newton, Kansas. Their love never wavered and remained strong to the end.Even though Dad grew up on a farm, at heart he was always a carpenter. From humble beginnings working in a trailer house factory, to remodeling and building houses, he built his own company, Ensz Home Builders in Hutchinson, Kansas, planning and starting a new subdivision, which Mom named “Blue Spruce”.After a hurricane devastated coastal Mississippi, Dad and Mom gave several years of service in rebuilding and serving as house parents to six boys in Gulfport, Mississippi. The loss of his father during this time was a great blow to him.Upon their return to Kansas, Dad and Mom provided a loving foster home for two brothers, Robert 7, and Dale 6. They cared for them for 2 ½ years. In 1972 their lives changed forever when they adopted a newborn baby girl in January and a newborn baby boy in September. One can only imagine how this complicated their already busy lives, but they provided Becky and John with a secure home, filled with love and laughter.Dad was called by the church and ordained as a deacon, a calling which he faithfully fulfilled. Mom was right by his side, helping him in this endeavor. Together they were a blessing to many people.When the children became school age, they decided to sell the business in Hutchinson and move closer to Inman and Plainview School. Dad began farming east of Inman, which he did for the next twenty years. He worked hard and provided well for us.In 1999, they built a retirement home in Inman, enjoying the next 20 years working together in their yard and woodworking shop where they refinished antique furniture. Dad’s specialty was dining room tables, which he would lengthen to seat 22 people. “I’m trying to keep hospitality alive”, he would often say. Hospitality defined Dad and Mom over the years. The door to their home was always open to family, friends and “soon to be friends” that ate at their table or stayed in their guest rooms.Their retirement years were interrupted by a year spent as house parents at the guest home in Rochester, Minnesota. Here they continued their lifelong commitment to serving others.An eternal optimist, Dad’s favorite reply when asked how he was doing was “I’m happy as a lark!” A bashful youngster, he grew into a friendly adult who knew no strangers and loved nothing more than meeting new people and visiting with friends, young and old.Dad survived several bad accidents over the years and his body was tired. After a traumatic burn in 2016, they moved to a small house in Inman, spending the last few years together in their recliners, reading and visiting with each other. Dad’s last year was spent at the Moundridge Manor where he was lovingly cared for by their expert and compassionate staff. We are saddened to say goodbye but know Dad is visiting with old and new friends on the streets of gold.Left with wonderful memories are his wife Pearl, daughter Becky and Greg Dirks, Morven, North Carolina, son John and Shar Ensz, Inman, Kansas; six grandchildren: Amberlea and Lance Dirks, Morven, North Carolina, Collin and Heather Dirks, Cheraw, South Carolina, Cassidy and Casey Schmidt, Cheraw, South Carolina, Anna, Dietrich and Ian Ensz, Inman, Kansas; three great-grandchildren: Shiloh, Madeline and Spain Dirks; four sisters: Edna and Curt Wiebe, Buhl, Idaho, Marlene Wiebe, Inman, Kansas, Francis Koehn, Brooksville, Mississippi, and Lucille Ensz, Inman, Kansas; three brothers: John and Laverna Ensz, Brooksville, Mississippi, Melvin and Glenda Ensz, Inman, Kansas, and Gene and Kathy Ensz, Hartley, Texas; sisters-in-law: Joann Ensz, Iroquois, South Dakota, Pearl Ensz and Jean Ensz, Montezuma, Kansas, Jeanette Koehn, Burns, Kansas, Janet Jost, Brooksville, Mississippi, Karen Jost, Lewisville, Texas; brothers-in-law: Gladwin and Barb Jost, Hesston, Kansas and Glenn and Virginia Jost, Valley Center, Kansas. He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews, as well as the many people he considered his special friends.&nbsp;Preceding him in death were his parents, three brothers: Raymond, Alva, and Herb; and five brothers-in-law: Ervin Koehn, Virgal Wiebe, Stanley Koehn, John Jost and Monroe Jost.The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM until 7:30 PM, Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman, KS.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, August 7, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Zion Church Cemetery.Memorial donations may be given to Moundridge Manor in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Norman Ensz |1936-2024|

Steven Scott Worden, 64, died July 31, 2024, in Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas. 

He was born May 20, 1960, in Greensburg, Kansas, the son of Gary Lee and F. Elaine (Wooten) Worden. Steve attended schools in Haviland, Kansas, graduating from Haviland High School in 1978 and attended Barclay College, Haviland. He had lived in Haviland and Dodge City, Kansas. Steve was a truck driver for Mid-Am Building Supply, and worked part time at Mead Lumber, Dodge City. He was a member of the NRA, the Grace Community Church and Dodge City Roundup, Inc. both of Dodge City. 

Steve is survived by one son Zane Worden, Wichita, his mother Elaine Worden, Haviland, one brother Jerry (Darla) Worden, Wichita, one sister Pam (Roger) Mayo, Pratt, Kansas, and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his father Gary Worden June 18, 2014. A memorial service and celebration of Steve’s life will be held 10:30 am Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Grace Community Church, Dodge City, with pastor Kirk Larson officiating. 

A second celebration and time of sharing memories will be later that day at 3:00pm at the Haviland Friends Church Youth Building with Pastor Todd Follette presiding. Inurnment will be at a future date in Haviland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Dodge City Roundup, Inc. and the Haviland Education Foundation, both in care of Fleener Funeral Home, PO Box 41, Greensburg, KS 67054.

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 </figure>Steven Scott Worden, 64, died July 31, 2024, in Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas. He was born May 20, 1960, in Greensburg, Kansas, the son of Gary Lee and F. Elaine (Wooten) Worden. Steve attended schools in Haviland, Kansas, graduating from Haviland High School in 1978 and attended Barclay College, Haviland. He had lived in Haviland and Dodge City, Kansas. Steve was a truck driver for Mid-Am Building Supply, and worked part time at Mead Lumber, Dodge City. He was a member of the NRA, the Grace Community Church and Dodge City Roundup, Inc. both of Dodge City. Steve is survived by one son Zane Worden, Wichita, his mother Elaine Worden, Haviland, one brother Jerry (Darla) Worden, Wichita, one sister Pam (Roger) Mayo, Pratt, Kansas, and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his father Gary Worden June 18, 2014. A memorial service and celebration of Steve’s life will be held 10:30 am Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Grace Community Church, Dodge City, with pastor Kirk Larson officiating. A second celebration and time of sharing memories will be later that day at 3:00pm at the Haviland Friends Church Youth Building with Pastor Todd Follette presiding. Inurnment will be at a future date in Haviland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Dodge City Roundup, Inc. and the Haviland Education Foundation, both in care of Fleener Funeral Home, PO Box 41, Greensburg, KS 67054.

Steven Scott Worden |1960-2024|

James Patrick Kasselman, 91, passed at Ellinwood District Hospital on August 3rd, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. 

"Pat" was born on March 17, 1933 on the family farm in rural Ellinwood, KS to parents Ben &amp; Nanee (Fletcher) Kasselman. A lifetime Ellinwood resident he graduated from Ellinwood HS in 1951 and later served in the United States Air Force where he spent time overseas. He married Jenny Roth on January 23, 1965 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Ellinwood. Pat worked as a pumper for FG Holl for over 40 years before retirement in 1998. He enjoyed bowling, hunting, fishing, working with his dogs, raising quail, and trips with family. He was a member of American Legion Post #320.

Pat was preceded in death by siblings Calvin Kasselman, Larry Dean Kasselman, Katherine Meeker, Doris Burhen, and Audra Newll.

Survivors include wife of almost 60 years Jenny Kasselman; sons, Kyle (Melinda) Kasselman and Kevin Kasselman; daughter Jamie Komarek; sister, Charlene Achatz (Bill), all of Ellinwood, KS. 

Other survivors include 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

The funeral service will take place at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, August 7th at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow with military honors at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery, Ellinwood. Visitation will take place August 6th from 12-6 PM with family receiving friends from 5-6 PM at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood. Memorials are suggested to Ellinwood Hospital Foundation or St. Joseph Catholic School in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526. 

Condolences may be left at<a href="http://www.minnischapel.org"> www.minnischapel.org</a>.

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 </figure>James Patrick Kasselman, 91, passed at Ellinwood District Hospital on August 3rd, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. "Pat" was born on March 17, 1933 on the family farm in rural Ellinwood, KS to parents Ben &amp; Nanee (Fletcher) Kasselman. A lifetime Ellinwood resident he graduated from Ellinwood HS in 1951 and later served in the United States Air Force where he spent time overseas. He married Jenny Roth on January 23, 1965 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Ellinwood. Pat worked as a pumper for FG Holl for over 40 years before retirement in 1998. He enjoyed bowling, hunting, fishing, working with his dogs, raising quail, and trips with family. He was a member of American Legion Post #320.Pat was preceded in death by siblings Calvin Kasselman, Larry Dean Kasselman, Katherine Meeker, Doris Burhen, and Audra Newll.Survivors include wife of almost 60 years Jenny Kasselman; sons, Kyle (Melinda) Kasselman and Kevin Kasselman; daughter Jamie Komarek; sister, Charlene Achatz (Bill), all of Ellinwood, KS. Other survivors include 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.The funeral service will take place at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, August 7th at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow with military honors at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery, Ellinwood. Visitation will take place August 6th from 12-6 PM with family receiving friends from 5-6 PM at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood. Memorials are suggested to Ellinwood Hospital Foundation or St. Joseph Catholic School in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526. Condolences may be left at<a href="http://www.minnischapel.org"> www.minnischapel.org</a>.

James Patrick Kasselman |1933-2024|

Roy Martinez Gamboa, 81, passed away August 1, 2024 at PRMC. He was born on July 2, 1943 in Tempe, Arizona to Miguel and Maria (Martinez) Gamboa. Roy married Ruth (Brady) Gamboa May 25, 1979 in Mesa, Arizona. They were married for 45 years.

Roy attended Tempe High School. He worked as an automotive parts manager. He was formerly a member of the Arizona Hot Air Balloon Club. He enjoyed playing golf, bowling, softball, basketball and dancing. He loved dogs, especially golden retrievers.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth Gamboa; children, Lorie (Carl) Thackeray, Rebecca Maez, Danny (Tina) Gamboa, Chris Gamboa, Wade, and Gwendalyn; siblings, Danny, Mike and Adeline.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Maria; son, Roy Gamboa, Jr.; siblings, Ralph "Ticos", Connie, Margo, Mary, and Frances "Chickey" .

Cremation has taken place and a Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Lerado Cemetery, Lerado, Kansas with &nbsp;John Hamm presiding.

Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Rd. Pratt, Kansas. 

Online condolences may be made at <a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Roy Martinez Gamboa, 81, passed away August 1, 2024 at PRMC. He was born on July 2, 1943 in Tempe, Arizona to Miguel and Maria (Martinez) Gamboa. Roy married Ruth (Brady) Gamboa May 25, 1979 in Mesa, Arizona. They were married for 45 years.Roy attended Tempe High School. He worked as an automotive parts manager. He was formerly a member of the Arizona Hot Air Balloon Club. He enjoyed playing golf, bowling, softball, basketball and dancing. He loved dogs, especially golden retrievers.He is survived by his wife, Ruth Gamboa; children, Lorie (Carl) Thackeray, Rebecca Maez, Danny (Tina) Gamboa, Chris Gamboa, Wade, and Gwendalyn; siblings, Danny, Mike and Adeline.Roy is preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Maria; son, Roy Gamboa, Jr.; siblings, Ralph "Ticos", Connie, Margo, Mary, and Frances "Chickey" .Cremation has taken place and a Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Lerado Cemetery, Lerado, Kansas with &nbsp;John Hamm presiding.Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Rd. Pratt, Kansas. Online condolences may be made at <a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

Roy Martinez Gamboa |1943-2024|

Joan A. Noah, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 in Valley Center, Kansas surrounded by her family.

She was born in Larned, Kansas to Rutherford R. and Maxine H.&nbsp;(Rhea)&nbsp;Drews. She lived in Larned until the family moved to Dodge City and later Wichita as her father graduated with the first Highway Patrol training class in the State of Kansas. Joan attended Wichita East High School (Class of 1955), working at Buck’s department store in the gift wrap department after school each day. After graduation, she attended Wichita State University and also worked as secretary of the Geology Department. It was there that she met her husband, Calvin Noah, a Petroleum Geology professor. Calvin had been born and raised in Graham County, Kansas on the Noah Family Farm. Joan and Calvin continued the farming tradition and operated farms in several counties in Northwest Kansas, which the whole family worked together. In addition, they owned an independent oil and gas company operating many oil wells in Central and Northwest Kansas. Upon Calvin’s death in 2015, Joan made the decision to continue running these businesses as President with her daughter managing day to day operations.

Joan enjoyed gardening; cooking (known for her lasagna at Christmas, deviled eggs, special Snicker cake on birthdays, pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving, the famous Noah steak dinner); avid Shocker fan (she and Calvin had season tickets for many years); Royals fan; Chiefs fan; hostess of an annual block party on July 4th with sometimes 150 in attendance; was generous with her time helping neighbors and family; loved Mexican food and was obsessive about working puzzles.

Joan and Calvin were also instrumental in the creation of a local business favorite, Mosley Street Melodrama in Oldtown, Wichita. Joan personally helped bring to life Bloomerang Floral and Gifts in Kechi, Kansas. Both continue on as part of her legacy.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin, her parents, and a brother, Bill Drews.

A visitation with the family will be held Thursday, August 8th, 2024, at Chico’s Mexican Restaurant (4407 W. Maple, Wichita, Kansas) from 5-8pm in the evening.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be designated with the Alzheimer’s Association.

Condolences may be left with the family at www.bakerfhvc.com

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1722762933618.jpeg" alt="Joan A. Noah" />
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 </figure>Joan A. Noah, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 in Valley Center, Kansas surrounded by her family.She was born in Larned, Kansas to Rutherford R. and Maxine H.&nbsp;(Rhea)&nbsp;Drews. She lived in Larned until the family moved to Dodge City and later Wichita as her father graduated with the first Highway Patrol training class in the State of Kansas. Joan attended Wichita East High School (Class of 1955), working at Buck’s department store in the gift wrap department after school each day. After graduation, she attended Wichita State University and also worked as secretary of the Geology Department. It was there that she met her husband, Calvin Noah, a Petroleum Geology professor. Calvin had been born and raised in Graham County, Kansas on the Noah Family Farm. Joan and Calvin continued the farming tradition and operated farms in several counties in Northwest Kansas, which the whole family worked together. In addition, they owned an independent oil and gas company operating many oil wells in Central and Northwest Kansas. Upon Calvin’s death in 2015, Joan made the decision to continue running these businesses as President with her daughter managing day to day operations.Joan enjoyed gardening; cooking (known for her lasagna at Christmas, deviled eggs, special Snicker cake on birthdays, pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving, the famous Noah steak dinner); avid Shocker fan (she and Calvin had season tickets for many years); Royals fan; Chiefs fan; hostess of an annual block party on July 4th with sometimes 150 in attendance; was generous with her time helping neighbors and family; loved Mexican food and was obsessive about working puzzles.Joan and Calvin were also instrumental in the creation of a local business favorite, Mosley Street Melodrama in Oldtown, Wichita. Joan personally helped bring to life Bloomerang Floral and Gifts in Kechi, Kansas. Both continue on as part of her legacy.Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin, her parents, and a brother, Bill Drews.A visitation with the family will be held Thursday, August 8th, 2024, at Chico’s Mexican Restaurant (4407 W. Maple, Wichita, Kansas) from 5-8pm in the evening.In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be designated with the Alzheimer’s Association.Condolences may be left with the family at www.bakerfhvc.com

Joan A. Noah |2024|

The Spear and Sites family are sad to announce that Roxann Spear passed away suddenly on Monday, July 29, 2024 at her home in Valley Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation 4-6 pm, Monday, August 5 at Baker Funeral Home Valley Center.&nbsp; Funeral Service will be 10 am, Tuesday, August 6 at the First United Methodist Church, Valley Center Kansas. &nbsp;Flowers or Memorials can be sent to First United Methodist Church, 560 N. Park, Valley Center, Ks 67147. Condolences and Prayers may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Roxann has been survived by her husband Terry Spear, her son Joshua Anderson and wife Faye, her father Marvin Sites, sisters Pamela Blanchat, Monica Selsor and husband Darrell, grandchildren, great grandson, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother Geneva Henrie and brother Larry Looney.

Roxann, who was 68 at the time of her passing, was an extraordinary loving person and will be sincerely missed by all who knew her.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1722678713022.jpeg" alt="Roxann (Sites) Spear" />
 <figcaption>Roxann (Sites) Spear</figcaption>
 </figure>The Spear and Sites family are sad to announce that Roxann Spear passed away suddenly on Monday, July 29, 2024 at her home in Valley Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation 4-6 pm, Monday, August 5 at Baker Funeral Home Valley Center.&nbsp; Funeral Service will be 10 am, Tuesday, August 6 at the First United Methodist Church, Valley Center Kansas. &nbsp;Flowers or Memorials can be sent to First United Methodist Church, 560 N. Park, Valley Center, Ks 67147. Condolences and Prayers may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.Roxann has been survived by her husband Terry Spear, her son Joshua Anderson and wife Faye, her father Marvin Sites, sisters Pamela Blanchat, Monica Selsor and husband Darrell, grandchildren, great grandson, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother Geneva Henrie and brother Larry Looney.Roxann, who was 68 at the time of her passing, was an extraordinary loving person and will be sincerely missed by all who knew her.

Roxann (Sites) Spear |2024|

It is with bittersweet hearts, the family of Joyce A Parkhurst announce she left the bonds of Earth to worship at the feet of Jesus.

Joyce passed away in her home on Wednesday, 31 July, 2024, after a lingering illness. She was 93. Joyce enjoyed gardening, decorating, and entertaining. Her creative mind, diligent spirit, and adept hands produced beautiful pieces. She also enjoyed researching family history and produced a tremendously detailed genealogy which spanned centuries.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1722637571832.jpeg" alt="Joyce A Parkhurst" />
 <figcaption>Joyce A Parkhurst</figcaption>
 </figure>It is with bittersweet hearts, the family of Joyce A Parkhurst announce she left the bonds of Earth to worship at the feet of Jesus.Joyce passed away in her home on Wednesday, 31 July, 2024, after a lingering illness. She was 93. Joyce enjoyed gardening, decorating, and entertaining. Her creative mind, diligent spirit, and adept hands produced beautiful pieces. She also enjoyed researching family history and produced a tremendously detailed genealogy which spanned centuries.Joyce is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Max. She also leaves behind four children: Rex Gruenwald of North Carolina, Karin Linenberger of Wichita, Ginger (Steve) McClure of Tennessee, and Amy (Kevin) Baker of Derby. She is survived by six grandchildren: James Anderson, Gianna Scott, Alan Gruenwald, Ethan McClure, Lydia Williams, and Sarah Hart; she had five great-grandchildren. Her parents and three siblings preceded her in death.Visitation will begin at 10:00 on Wednesday, 7 August, at the Countryside Christian Church in Wichita. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:00. Pastor Stevan McClure will officiate. Interment will be a private service.The family would like to thank Phoenix Hospice and Rivercross HospiceMemorials may be made in Joyce’s name to the Countryside Christian Church.

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