Joyce Ann Staab, 76, passed away peacefully on September 8,
2022 at The Waldron Place, Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;
She was born April 10, 1946 in Hays, to Lawrence and Felicita Staab.


In 1964, Joyce graduated from Marian High School in
Hays.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State
University and graduated in 1968 with her Bachelor’s Degree.&nbsp; She went on to Medical Technology Training at
St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, from 1968-1969.&nbsp; In 1982 she graduated from Fort Hays State
University where received her Master’s Degree.&nbsp;
Joyce worked for Hays Pathology Laboratory from 1969 to 1978 where she
was a Microbiology Supervisor.&nbsp; She later
worked for Hutchinson Hospital Corporation for 21 years and retired in 2006 as
a Microbiology Supervisor-MT (ASCP)M.&nbsp;
She was a member of The Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson.&nbsp; 

Joyce is survived by a niece, E. Page Cunningham;
grandnephew, Darren D. (Yumiko) Hudson; and twin great-grandnieces, Abby and
Emma Sejima-Hudson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister Patricia
M. Bissing and a nephew, David W. Bissing.

Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 20, 2022,
followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at The Church of the Holy
Cross, 2631 Independence Rd., Hutchinson with Father Aaron Spexarth
officiating.&nbsp; 

Inurnment will take place
at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, on September 21, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Visitation will be held Monday, September 19,
2022 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th
Ave. Hutchinson.&nbsp; Memorial
Contributions are suggested to Child Fund, American Diabetes Association or
American Heart Association and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Joyce Ann Staab, 76, passed away peacefully on September 8,
2022 at The Waldron Place, Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;
She was born April 10, 1946 in Hays, to Lawrence and Felicita Staab.
In 1964, Joyce graduated from Marian High School in
Hays.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State
University and graduated in 1968 with her Bachelor’s Degree.&nbsp; She went on to Medical Technology Training at
St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, from 1968-1969.&nbsp; In 1982 she graduated from Fort Hays State
University where received her Master’s Degree.&nbsp;
Joyce worked for Hays Pathology Laboratory from 1969 to 1978 where she
was a Microbiology Supervisor.&nbsp; She later
worked for Hutchinson Hospital Corporation for 21 years and retired in 2006 as
a Microbiology Supervisor-MT (ASCP)M.&nbsp;
She was a member of The Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Joyce is survived by a niece, E. Page Cunningham;
grandnephew, Darren D. (Yumiko) Hudson; and twin great-grandnieces, Abby and
Emma Sejima-Hudson.She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister Patricia
M. Bissing and a nephew, David W. Bissing.Parish Rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 20, 2022,
followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at The Church of the Holy
Cross, 2631 Independence Rd., Hutchinson with Father Aaron Spexarth
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will take place
at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, on September 21, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Visitation will be held Monday, September 19,
2022 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th
Ave. Hutchinson.&nbsp; Memorial
Contributions are suggested to Child Fund, American Diabetes Association or
American Heart Association and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Joyce Ann Staab  |1946-2022|

Alan (Al) Eugene Vogts, 62, passed away on September 12, 2022 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. Al was born in Newton, on St. Patrick’s Day in 1960 to Edward W. Vogts and Kathryn (Schrag) Vogts.

Al grew up in Moundridge, and was known to his friends and family for his fun-loving personality, strong Christian faith, competitive drive, and long skinny legs. He left Moundridge on an athletic scholarship and graduated from Tabor College in Hillsboro, where he played baseball, basketball, and football. After graduating from Tabor in 1982, Al started his family and career. 

On August 14, 1982, he married Ellen Herr at Parkview Mennonite Brethren Church in Hillsboro. Together Al and Ellen had three daughters; Emily, Amber, and Avery who they raised in Newton, KS. He later married Jennifer Lee Hansen on November 23, 2005 adding Al’s three step-children Jamie, Jeremy and Josh to create a fun and lively blended family.

Al put his business degree to work following in his father and brother’s footsteps as an entrepreneur. He has spent the last 40 years coming up with wild and innovative business ideas that spanned across construction companies, rental units, real estate developments, an event center, athletic training club and lots of other creative notions he had high hopes of impacting his community with. In the last few years, Al retired from several of these business ventures and filled his extra time playing pickleball. Pickleball became a way for Al to put his competitive drive to use and build new friendships. Al sought out to be “the best pickleball player of his age division” and recently began building a pickleball court in his backyard. The court will be completed in his honor by his family.

Al attended several different churches over his lifetime but his commitment to living a life of faith remained consistent. For over ten years, Al has been a committed attendee of NewSpring Church services and loved sending out group texts of Mark Hoover’s sermons to his family.

Al is survived by his mother, Kathryn Vogts (Moundridge); his wife of almost 17 years, Jennifer Vogts (Newton,); his three daughters, Emily Metcalf and husband Chris Metcalf (Wichita), Amber Vogts and husband Matthew Wilder (New Orleans, LA), Avery Vogts and husband Ethan Oltean (Wichita); his step-children, Jamie Hansen and fiancée Vanessa Lashinske (Kansas City, MO) and Josh and Jeremy Hansen (Wichita); his brother Mark Vogts and wife Joyce Vogts (Moundridge); his sister Jenny Loyd and her husband Scot Loyd (Canton-Galva); and his grandchildren Oliver and Jack Metcalf, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Al was preceded in death by his father, Edward William Vogts.

The family will be receiving friends from 2-5 p.m. Sunday (September 18th) at the Petersen Funeral Home in Newton. Church Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday (September 20th) at NewSpring Church in Wichita. The Service will be followed by a burial at the Mound Township Cemetery in Moundridge, and Al’s favorite “Breakfast for Dinner” at the Meridian Center in Newton at 5:30 p.m. (if space becomes limited, priority will be given to family members).

Alan (Al) Eugene Vogts, 62, passed away on September 12, 2022 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. Al was born in Newton, on St. Patrick’s Day in 1960 to Edward W. Vogts and Kathryn (Schrag) Vogts.Al grew up in Moundridge, and was known to his friends and family for his fun-loving personality, strong Christian faith, competitive drive, and long skinny legs. He left Moundridge on an athletic scholarship and graduated from Tabor College in Hillsboro, where he played baseball, basketball, and football. After graduating from Tabor in 1982, Al started his family and career. On August 14, 1982, he married Ellen Herr at Parkview Mennonite Brethren Church in Hillsboro. Together Al and Ellen had three daughters; Emily, Amber, and Avery who they raised in Newton, KS. He later married Jennifer Lee Hansen on November 23, 2005 adding Al’s three step-children Jamie, Jeremy and Josh to create a fun and lively blended family.Al put his business degree to work following in his father and brother’s footsteps as an entrepreneur. He has spent the last 40 years coming up with wild and innovative business ideas that spanned across construction companies, rental units, real estate developments, an event center, athletic training club and lots of other creative notions he had high hopes of impacting his community with. In the last few years, Al retired from several of these business ventures and filled his extra time playing pickleball. Pickleball became a way for Al to put his competitive drive to use and build new friendships. Al sought out to be “the best pickleball player of his age division” and recently began building a pickleball court in his backyard. The court will be completed in his honor by his family.Al attended several different churches over his lifetime but his commitment to living a life of faith remained consistent. For over ten years, Al has been a committed attendee of NewSpring Church services and loved sending out group texts of Mark Hoover’s sermons to his family.Al is survived by his mother, Kathryn Vogts (Moundridge); his wife of almost 17 years, Jennifer Vogts (Newton,); his three daughters, Emily Metcalf and husband Chris Metcalf (Wichita), Amber Vogts and husband Matthew Wilder (New Orleans, LA), Avery Vogts and husband Ethan Oltean (Wichita); his step-children, Jamie Hansen and fiancée Vanessa Lashinske (Kansas City, MO) and Josh and Jeremy Hansen (Wichita); his brother Mark Vogts and wife Joyce Vogts (Moundridge); his sister Jenny Loyd and her husband Scot Loyd (Canton-Galva); and his grandchildren Oliver and Jack Metcalf, as well as many nieces and nephews.Al was preceded in death by his father, Edward William Vogts.The family will be receiving friends from 2-5 p.m. Sunday (September 18th) at the Petersen Funeral Home in Newton. Church Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday (September 20th) at NewSpring Church in Wichita. The Service will be followed by a burial at the Mound Township Cemetery in Moundridge, and Al’s favorite “Breakfast for Dinner” at the Meridian Center in Newton at 5:30 p.m. (if space becomes limited, priority will be given to family members).

Alan (Al) Eugene Vogts  |1960-2022|  

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Hege, 81, died on September 12, 2022, at Halstead Health and Rehab in Halstead.&nbsp; She was born on January 11, 1941, in Newton, the daughter of Cecil and Ima (Lawson) Foster. Becky attended Newton and Emporia High Schools. Graduating from Emporia with the class of 1959.

Becky’s passion was helping others.&nbsp; She worked for many years as a Family Support Worker with the State of Kansas, Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services.

On July 14, 1961, she was united in marriage with Gerald Dean Koehn. He preceded her in death on September 7, 1966.&nbsp; She again found true love, and on August 16, 1971 married Richard Hege in Miami, Oklahoma. The couple celebrated 51 beautiful years together this past August.

Becky is survived by her husband, Richard Hege; daughters, Misty (Bruce) Bartel, Melissa (Merlin) Koehn, and Melanie McClain; sons, Shawn Hege, and Shane (Dana) Hege; sister, Edwina “Eddy” Beard; 11 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Gerald D. Koehn; and sisters Glenna Becker and Joy Craig.

A Remembrance Open House will be held on Sunday, September 25, 2022 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at #4 Cedar Drive, Newton.&nbsp; Private family graveside services will be held.

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Hege, 81, died on September 12, 2022, at Halstead Health and Rehab in Halstead.&nbsp; She was born on January 11, 1941, in Newton, the daughter of Cecil and Ima (Lawson) Foster. Becky attended Newton and Emporia High Schools. Graduating from Emporia with the class of 1959.Becky’s passion was helping others.&nbsp; She worked for many years as a Family Support Worker with the State of Kansas, Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services.On July 14, 1961, she was united in marriage with Gerald Dean Koehn. He preceded her in death on September 7, 1966.&nbsp; She again found true love, and on August 16, 1971 married Richard Hege in Miami, Oklahoma. The couple celebrated 51 beautiful years together this past August.Becky is survived by her husband, Richard Hege; daughters, Misty (Bruce) Bartel, Melissa (Merlin) Koehn, and Melanie McClain; sons, Shawn Hege, and Shane (Dana) Hege; sister, Edwina “Eddy” Beard; 11 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Gerald D. Koehn; and sisters Glenna Becker and Joy Craig.A Remembrance Open House will be held on Sunday, September 25, 2022 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at #4 Cedar Drive, Newton.&nbsp; Private family graveside services will be held.

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Hege  |1941-2022|  

Gerald Aaron “Red” Everhart, 88, of Lindsborg passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Bethany Home.  Gerald was born May 25, 1934 in rural McPherson County, to the late Basil and the late Dora (Nichols) Everhart. 

 

He married Lola M. "Vickie" Downey on June 16, 1954 at Bentonville, AR. Red was a grain elevator worker.



Survivors include brothers: Wayth Everhart (Pat) of Assaria, and Lonnie Everhart (Marsha) of Tescott;  as well as numerous extended family members.

Red is preceded in death by his parents; wife: Vickie; and sister: Dolores Young.


The funeral will be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 16 at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, Lindsborg, with Pastor Jim Strassen officiating. Burial will follow at Canton Cemetery, Canton. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to the time of service at the funeral home.&nbsp;

Gerald Aaron “Red” Everhart, 88, of Lindsborg passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Bethany Home. Gerald was born May 25, 1934 in rural McPherson County, to the late Basil and the late Dora (Nichols) Everhart. 

He married Lola M. "Vickie" Downey on June 16, 1954 at Bentonville, AR. Red was a grain elevator worker.

Survivors include brothers: Wayth Everhart (Pat) of Assaria, and Lonnie Everhart (Marsha) of Tescott; as well as numerous extended family members.

Red is preceded in death by his parents; wife: Vickie; and sister: Dolores Young.

The funeral will be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 16 at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, Lindsborg, with Pastor Jim Strassen officiating. Burial will follow at Canton Cemetery, Canton. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to the time of service at the funeral home.&nbsp;

Gerald Aaron “Red” Everhart  |1934-2022|  

Judith Susan Schmidt,77, was born February 8, 1945 in McPherson, the daughter of Theresia Schmidt Bishop. She grew up in Canton, along with her brother Anthony and attended school there. During her youth, Judith enjoyed spending time with cousin Jackie playing paper dolls, of which she had a huge collection and churning homemade butter while the women in the family baked bread. She also enjoyed the friendships she shared with Alice, Roberta and Sharon. In her later years, Judith resided in care homes in Haviland and Onaga. She was a devoted sister to her brother Tony and kept in close contact with him throughout the years. She also continued the close relationship with her cousin Jackie, even though they lived many miles apart. Judith entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at the Onaga Hospital in Onaga, after many years of failing health. She is survived by her brother Tony of Canton; her guardian Kay Smith of Westmoreland, and numerous cousins and friends. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 19, 2022 at Canton Township Cemetery. Olson's Mortuary, is in charge of arrangements. Tony would like to express his sincere appreciation for the many acts of kindness shown to him at the passing of his sister, especially to cousins Jackie Tucker, Dickie Gage and Doug Loewen.

Judith Susan Schmidt,77, was born February 8, 1945 in McPherson, the daughter of Theresia Schmidt Bishop. She grew up in Canton, along with her brother Anthony and attended school there. During her youth, Judith enjoyed spending time with cousin Jackie playing paper dolls, of which she had a huge collection and churning homemade butter while the women in the family baked bread. She also enjoyed the friendships she shared with Alice, Roberta and Sharon. In her later years, Judith resided in care homes in Haviland and Onaga. She was a devoted sister to her brother Tony and kept in close contact with him throughout the years. She also continued the close relationship with her cousin Jackie, even though they lived many miles apart. Judith entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at the Onaga Hospital in Onaga, after many years of failing health. She is survived by her brother Tony of Canton; her guardian Kay Smith of Westmoreland, and numerous cousins and friends. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 19, 2022 at Canton Township Cemetery. Olson's Mortuary, is in charge of arrangements. Tony would like to express his sincere appreciation for the many acts of kindness shown to him at the passing of his sister, especially to cousins Jackie Tucker, Dickie Gage and Doug Loewen.

Judith Susan Schmidt  |1945-2022|  

Claire Elaine Rhoades, 78, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Diversicare, Haysville.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born May 5, 1944 in Wichita, to Claire and Velma (Gathers) Dunbar. In 1962, Claire graduated from Miltonvale High School in Miltonvale.&nbsp; She attended Miltonvale Wesleyan College where she received her Associate’s Degree.&nbsp; Claire worked for Dillons Market Place for over 18 years in various positions.&nbsp; During the Kansas State Fair, Claire worked at the Dairy Barn for many years.&nbsp; She learned how to play the piano at a very young age of 5 and continued to play throughout the years.&nbsp; She attended Hutchinson Wesleyan Church. Claire is survived by her children, Leroy Rhoades, David W. Rhoades and Cyndi Vancil; grandchildren, Mitchell (Amberlea) Stahl, Michael Stahl, Paul Rhoades, Charles Rhoades, Dallas Rhoades and Michael Rhoades; and great grandchildren, Koen Lee Stahl, Laken Thiel, Renesmae Rhoades and Marcus Thiel. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Richard Dunbar; a son, Paul D. Rhoades and a daughter, Sharon K. Rhoades. A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, September 26, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave., Hutchinson, with Rev. Charles Crumble Sr. officiating.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Claire Elaine Rhoades, 78, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Diversicare, Haysville.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born May 5, 1944 in Wichita, to Claire and Velma (Gathers) Dunbar. In 1962, Claire graduated from Miltonvale High School in Miltonvale.&nbsp; She attended Miltonvale Wesleyan College where she received her Associate’s Degree.&nbsp; Claire worked for Dillons Market Place for over 18 years in various positions.&nbsp; During the Kansas State Fair, Claire worked at the Dairy Barn for many years.&nbsp; She learned how to play the piano at a very young age of 5 and continued to play throughout the years.&nbsp; She attended Hutchinson Wesleyan Church. Claire is survived by her children, Leroy Rhoades, David W. Rhoades and Cyndi Vancil; grandchildren, Mitchell (Amberlea) Stahl, Michael Stahl, Paul Rhoades, Charles Rhoades, Dallas Rhoades and Michael Rhoades; and great grandchildren, Koen Lee Stahl, Laken Thiel, Renesmae Rhoades and Marcus Thiel. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Richard Dunbar; a son, Paul D. Rhoades and a daughter, Sharon K. Rhoades. A graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, September 26, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave., Hutchinson, with Rev. Charles Crumble Sr. officiating.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Claire Elaine Rhoades  |1944-2022|  

Nadine’s life began on December 26, 1933, on the family farm near Diamond Springs.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Charles E. and Ruth (Loomis) Murrell.&nbsp; 

Nadine attended and graduated from Lost Spring High School.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Norman W. Lee on June 6, 1954.&nbsp; Nadine worked as the office manager for the local John Deere dealership and for a local accounting firm.&nbsp; 

She is survived by her two sons Ralph (Pamela) Lee of Junction City and Charles (Diane) Lee of Green Valley, IL; grandchildren Billy and Jennifer Chavis, Helen and Darin Lee and great grandchildren Ezra Extell and Blake Chavis.&nbsp; 

Nadine passed away at Diversacare of Council Grove on Tuesday September 13, 2022.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.&nbsp; 

A graveside memorial service will be held at Diamond Springs Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nadine’s life began on December 26, 1933, on the family farm near Diamond Springs.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Charles E. and Ruth (Loomis) Murrell.&nbsp; Nadine attended and graduated from Lost Spring High School.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Norman W. Lee on June 6, 1954.&nbsp; Nadine worked as the office manager for the local John Deere dealership and for a local accounting firm.&nbsp; She is survived by her two sons Ralph (Pamela) Lee of Junction City and Charles (Diane) Lee of Green Valley, IL; grandchildren Billy and Jennifer Chavis, Helen and Darin Lee and great grandchildren Ezra Extell and Blake Chavis.&nbsp; Nadine passed away at Diversacare of Council Grove on Tuesday September 13, 2022.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service will be held at Diamond Springs Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nadine Loomis Lee  |1933-2022|  

Emery Lynn Knudsen was born sleeping to her parents Brendan Knudsen and Des Vogel-Goodman of Kingman. September 9, 2022 at 1:16pm at Pratt Regional Medical Center. She weighed 3lbs, 13oz, and 15 ½” long. 

She is survived by her parents and siblings Phoenix,and Dahlila of Kingman. Other survivors include Grandparents, Great Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and numerous other family members. Her time with us was too short, and she will be missed by all.

A private family service will take place at a later date. A celebration of life will take place, October 15, 2022 @ 1pm at Livingston's Family Life Center, 1830 North Main, Kingman.

Emery Lynn Knudsen was born sleeping to her parents Brendan Knudsen and Des Vogel-Goodman of Kingman. September 9, 2022 at 1:16pm at Pratt Regional Medical Center. She weighed 3lbs, 13oz, and 15 ½” long. She is survived by her parents and siblings Phoenix,and Dahlila of Kingman. Other survivors include Grandparents, Great Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and numerous other family members. Her time with us was too short, and she will be missed by all. A private family service will take place at a later date. A celebration of life will take place, October 15, 2022 @ 1pm at Livingston's Family Life Center, 1830 North Main, Kingman.

Emery Lynn Knudsen  |2022|  

Orlin Elwell Eigsti, age 96, passed away on September 12, 2022 at Newton Medical Center. Orlin was born October 8, 1925, near Wayland, Iowa. He was the oldest of five children born to Emery and Edna (Wenger) Eigsti. After him came Doris (Dean) Meyer, Ruth (Delmar) Miller, Marilyn Eigsti and Mervin (Ardith) Eigsti. Orlin attended school, through high school in the Wayland Iowa Consolidated School District. Along with basketball and baseball, he played the cornet in the school band. Orlin accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized at the age of 13. He was a member of Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, Wayland, Iowa, where he served as Sunday School superintendent, MYF sponsor, and elder. On February 22, 1948, he married his life-long sweetheart, Ina Mae Freyenberger, at the same farm house which served as their family home. It was there that they raised their sons. Daniel Joe was born in 1949 and Thomas Lee (Paula) in 1950. In addition to farming the family farm, Orlin served dozens of families and school children, for many years, as a bus driver. In 1969, Orlin and Ina held a farm auction and began a courageous adventure of service to others. This service took them to Richmond, Virginia as houseparents to young adult volunteers, Frontier Boys Village, Larkspur, Colorado, as houseparents for emotionally disturbed boys and Elkhart, Indiana with Mennonite Board of Missions. By 1977, a job opening in the grounds department at Hesston College lured the farmer in Orlin. This led to relocating to Hesston, Kansas. He worked the grounds department for 11 years at the college and 11 years at Stutzman Retreat Center. During this time, Orlin became a member of Hesston Mennonite Church where he contributed faithfully for over 40 years. After retiring in 1999, he and Ina moved into independent living at Schowalter Villa. He continued to serve by volunteering for the Et Cetera Shop, Meals on Wheels, Methodist Youthville. He also provided transportation for Schowalter Villa residents who were unable to drive to appointments. In 2015, Orlin and Ina moved to an assisted living apartment within the Schowalter Villa complex. He continued living there until his death. His upbeat personality, positive perspective, and trust in God, strengthened him through life challenges and brought joy and inspiration to everyone around him. His heart for service endeared him to many and brings a legacy of blessing to his children and grandchildren. He is survived by wife, Ina; sister-in-law, Ardith Eigsti; sons, Dan and Tom; daughter-in-law, Paula; grandchildren, Cherise (Chad) Fidler, Shanna (Micah) Beachy, Melissa (Cory) Lamb, Chad (Sondra) Eigsti and Nathan (Courney) Eigsti; as well as 10 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who loved and respected Orlin. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Doris, Ruth and Marilyn; and brother, Mervin. Memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Hesston Mennonite Church. The service will be live streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hesstonmc.org/memorial" target="_blank">www.hesstonmc.org/memorial</a>.&nbsp;

Orlin Elwell Eigsti, age 96, passed away on September 12, 2022 at Newton Medical Center. Orlin was born October 8, 1925, near Wayland, Iowa. He was the oldest of five children born to Emery and Edna (Wenger) Eigsti. After him came Doris (Dean) Meyer, Ruth (Delmar) Miller, Marilyn Eigsti and Mervin (Ardith) Eigsti. Orlin attended school, through high school in the Wayland Iowa Consolidated School District. Along with basketball and baseball, he played the cornet in the school band. Orlin accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized at the age of 13. He was a member of Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, Wayland, Iowa, where he served as Sunday School superintendent, MYF sponsor, and elder. On February 22, 1948, he married his life-long sweetheart, Ina Mae Freyenberger, at the same farm house which served as their family home. It was there that they raised their sons. Daniel Joe was born in 1949 and Thomas Lee (Paula) in 1950. In addition to farming the family farm, Orlin served dozens of families and school children, for many years, as a bus driver. In 1969, Orlin and Ina held a farm auction and began a courageous adventure of service to others. This service took them to Richmond, Virginia as houseparents to young adult volunteers, Frontier Boys Village, Larkspur, Colorado, as houseparents for emotionally disturbed boys and Elkhart, Indiana with Mennonite Board of Missions. By 1977, a job opening in the grounds department at Hesston College lured the farmer in Orlin. This led to relocating to Hesston, Kansas. He worked the grounds department for 11 years at the college and 11 years at Stutzman Retreat Center. During this time, Orlin became a member of Hesston Mennonite Church where he contributed faithfully for over 40 years. After retiring in 1999, he and Ina moved into independent living at Schowalter Villa. He continued to serve by volunteering for the Et Cetera Shop, Meals on Wheels, Methodist Youthville. He also provided transportation for Schowalter Villa residents who were unable to drive to appointments. In 2015, Orlin and Ina moved to an assisted living apartment within the Schowalter Villa complex. He continued living there until his death. His upbeat personality, positive perspective, and trust in God, strengthened him through life challenges and brought joy and inspiration to everyone around him. His heart for service endeared him to many and brings a legacy of blessing to his children and grandchildren. He is survived by wife, Ina; sister-in-law, Ardith Eigsti; sons, Dan and Tom; daughter-in-law, Paula; grandchildren, Cherise (Chad) Fidler, Shanna (Micah) Beachy, Melissa (Cory) Lamb, Chad (Sondra) Eigsti and Nathan (Courney) Eigsti; as well as 10 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who loved and respected Orlin. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Doris, Ruth and Marilyn; and brother, Mervin. Memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Hesston Mennonite Church. The service will be live streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hesstonmc.org/memorial" target="_blank">www.hesstonmc.org/memorial</a>.&nbsp;

Orlin Elwell Eigsti  |1925-2022|  

Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Houston, 49, of Hutchinson, died September 10, 2022, at her residence. She was born December 18, 1972, to Jack Houston and Teresa Escareno, in Neodesha.

Cindy was a resident at Disability Supports along with her roommate of over 30 years, Janna Frank. She loved to go out of the house. Cindy loved to go shopping and eat while she was out.

She is survived by: her mother, Teresa Escareno (Conrad Veale); brother, Scott McMullen; aunts, Cathy Neel, Roberta Hawthorne (Ron); uncles, John Escareno (Marcia), Richie Escareno (Debbie), Thomas Escareno, all of Eureka; roommate, Janna Frank; and numerous cousins.

Cindy was preceded in death by: her grandparents, Moetta Escareno, Ed and Janice Escareno; and aunt, Lucy Escareno.

A memorial service will be 10 am Monday, September 19, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5pm on Saturday and 1 pm to 5pm on Sunday at Elliott Mortuary. Graveside committal will be 11 am Saturday, September 24, 2022, in Greenwood City Cemetery, Eureka.

Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Houston, 49, of Hutchinson, died September 10, 2022, at her residence. She was born December 18, 1972, to Jack Houston and Teresa Escareno, in Neodesha.Cindy was a resident at Disability Supports along with her roommate of over 30 years, Janna Frank. She loved to go out of the house. Cindy loved to go shopping and eat while she was out.She is survived by: her mother, Teresa Escareno (Conrad Veale); brother, Scott McMullen; aunts, Cathy Neel, Roberta Hawthorne (Ron); uncles, John Escareno (Marcia), Richie Escareno (Debbie), Thomas Escareno, all of Eureka; roommate, Janna Frank; and numerous cousins.Cindy was preceded in death by: her grandparents, Moetta Escareno, Ed and Janice Escareno; and aunt, Lucy Escareno.A memorial service will be 10 am Monday, September 19, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5pm on Saturday and 1 pm to 5pm on Sunday at Elliott Mortuary. Graveside committal will be 11 am Saturday, September 24, 2022, in Greenwood City Cemetery, Eureka.

Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Houston  |1972-2022|  

Mary’s life began on September 15, 1931, in Lansing, MI.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Dr. Howard W. and Myrtle L. (Tobias) Johnson.&nbsp;

 Mary is a 1947 graduate of Greenbelt High School in Maryland.&nbsp; She served her country in the United State Air Force from 1952 – 1954 as an assistant in a medical hospital.&nbsp; 

Mary was a homemaker and served as a teacher’s aide for over 20 years.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Roland Yerion on November 1, 1953, in New Mexico. Mary was an avid quilter and was a member of Eastmoor United Methodist Church in Marion.&nbsp; She was also a member of the VFW and American Legion.&nbsp; 

Mary is survived by her children Shawn (Tom) Wunderlick of Marion, Deckie (Tim) Kerfoot of Washington, Nona (Dwayne) Woolbright of South Carolina, and Heather (Kristin) Yerion-Keck of Kansas City; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.&nbsp; Mary passed away at Hillsboro Community Hospital on Monday September 12, 2022.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, and brother.&nbsp; 

Her family will gather with friends on Monday September 19, 2022, at Yazel Megli Funeral Home.&nbsp; Her funeral service will be held on Tuesday September 20, 2022, at 10 a.m. at Eastmoor United Methodist Church led by Pastor Darren Frazier.&nbsp; Mary will be laid to rest in Maron Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Eastmoor United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary’s life began on September 15, 1931, in Lansing, MI.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Dr. Howard W. and Myrtle L. (Tobias) Johnson.&nbsp; Mary is a 1947 graduate of Greenbelt High School in Maryland.&nbsp; She served her country in the United State Air Force from 1952 – 1954 as an assistant in a medical hospital.&nbsp; Mary was a homemaker and served as a teacher’s aide for over 20 years.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Roland Yerion on November 1, 1953, in New Mexico. Mary was an avid quilter and was a member of Eastmoor United Methodist Church in Marion.&nbsp; She was also a member of the VFW and American Legion.&nbsp; Mary is survived by her children Shawn (Tom) Wunderlick of Marion, Deckie (Tim) Kerfoot of Washington, Nona (Dwayne) Woolbright of South Carolina, and Heather (Kristin) Yerion-Keck of Kansas City; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.&nbsp; Mary passed away at Hillsboro Community Hospital on Monday September 12, 2022.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, and brother.&nbsp; Her family will gather with friends on Monday September 19, 2022, at Yazel Megli Funeral Home.&nbsp; Her funeral service will be held on Tuesday September 20, 2022, at 10 a.m. at Eastmoor United Methodist Church led by Pastor Darren Frazier.&nbsp; Mary will be laid to rest in Maron Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Eastmoor United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Anne Yerion  |1931-2022|  

Juanita Jane Carmichael, 89, went to her heavenly home, Sunday, September 11, 2022, at Diversicare of Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born February 12, 1933, in Montezuma, to Amos Robert and Hazel Nadine (French) Jantz.

Juanita graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1951, and Salt City Business College.&nbsp; She worked as a lead in the seat installation department for Collins Industries. &nbsp;Juanita’s faith and family were vital in her life.&nbsp; She had no time for hobbies, as Juanita was always taking care of her family and friends with unconditional love.&nbsp; Juanita was a member of Full Gospel Fellowship Church, praying daily and relying on her Lord and Savior for guidance.

On October 28, 1976, she married Jerry Faye Carmichael, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They met while working at Collins Industries.&nbsp; He passed April 26, 2021, after sharing 44 years of marriage.

Juanita is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Linda Bush of Wichita, and Jo Ann Stofer of Hutchinson; stepchildren, Elaine Gaskel (Nick), Christina Frost (Doug), all of Joplin, MO, Jerry Carmichael (Diana) of South Hutchinson, and John Carmichael (Carla) of Hutchinson; brother, Marvin Jantz (Agnes) of Colorado; sister, Myrna Moore of Iola; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Jerry; son, Marvin Borntrager; brother, Harold Jantz; and sisters, Barbara Rowles and Mildred Griffin.

Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 16, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson, with Pastor Jerry Stokely officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Juanita Jane Carmichael, 89, went to her heavenly home, Sunday, September 11, 2022, at Diversicare of Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born February 12, 1933, in Montezuma, to Amos Robert and Hazel Nadine (French) Jantz.Juanita graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1951, and Salt City Business College.&nbsp; She worked as a lead in the seat installation department for Collins Industries. &nbsp;Juanita’s faith and family were vital in her life.&nbsp; She had no time for hobbies, as Juanita was always taking care of her family and friends with unconditional love.&nbsp; Juanita was a member of Full Gospel Fellowship Church, praying daily and relying on her Lord and Savior for guidance.On October 28, 1976, she married Jerry Faye Carmichael, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They met while working at Collins Industries.&nbsp; He passed April 26, 2021, after sharing 44 years of marriage.Juanita is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Linda Bush of Wichita, and Jo Ann Stofer of Hutchinson; stepchildren, Elaine Gaskel (Nick), Christina Frost (Doug), all of Joplin, MO, Jerry Carmichael (Diana) of South Hutchinson, and John Carmichael (Carla) of Hutchinson; brother, Marvin Jantz (Agnes) of Colorado; sister, Myrna Moore of Iola; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Jerry; son, Marvin Borntrager; brother, Harold Jantz; and sisters, Barbara Rowles and Mildred Griffin.Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 16, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson, with Pastor Jerry Stokely officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Juanita Jane Carmichael  |1933-2022|

Edna Mae (Heath) Rymph, 93, of Newton, passed away on September 10, 2022, at Paramount Community Living and Rehab in Newton.

Visitation will be at 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at Petersen Funeral Home, 215 N. Main, Newton, and will be open prior to the funeral service at the church.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, 1200 Boyd, Newton, with The Rev. Donna Voteau officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, 1100 E. 1st Street, Newton. Arrangements are by Petersen Family Funeral Services. The family has stipulated that masks will be required (except for preschool children) at both the visitation and the funeral.

Edna Mae (Heath) Rymph was born on November 5, 1928, outside of Aurora, Lawrence County, Missouri. She was the sixth child of Cornelius (“Neal H.”) and Ethel Catherine (Bradley) Heath. As a child, she was “river baptized” by the pastor of the Methodist Protestant Church in Aurora. After graduating from Aurora High School in 1946, she became the first of her family to attend college, when she was offered a scholarship and work grant to study at National College for Christian Workers in Kansas City, Missouri. She received her B.A. in Christian Education in 1950. After graduating, she worked as the first Conference Director of Children’s Work for the Central Kansas Conference of the Methodist Church and traveled to work with Methodist congregations through central and western Kansas.

Through her work with the Central Kansas Conference, she met a young man, who was studying to be a Methodist pastor in the conference. She married that man, Albert James Rymph, on September 28, 1952, in Aurora. After marrying Pastor Rymph, Mrs. Rymph resigned her paid church-work position and began her unpaid “career” as a pastor’s wife. Together, Pastor and Mrs. Rymph had and raised four children — son Bradley Budd, daughter Carol Ann, daughter Karen Jeannine, and son Alan DeWayne. With her husband and children, the family lived in multiple Kansas communities — Copeland, Clay Center, Wichita, Kingman, Russell, El Dorado, Beloit, Dodge City, and Ulysses.

While living in Russell, Mrs. Rymph worked as a part-time librarian at the Russell Public Library. In 1981 and 1982, while living in Beloit, Mrs. Rymph studied and became a Licensed Practical Nurse. After passing the Kansas state board exams at age 52, she worked in the Long Term Care Unit of the Beloit Hospital until she resigned in anticipation of her husband being assigned to a church elsewhere in Kansas. After her husband retired from the ministry in 1989, Pastor and Mrs. Rymph moved to the Friendly Acres (later renamed Asbury Park, and now Paramount) Retirement Community in Newton, where they each lived until their deaths. As the couple aged, Ms. Rymph was able to use her skills learned as an LPN to help manage the medicines and care for her husband. Pastor Rymph died at Asbury Park on February 16, 2019.

Mrs. Rymph is preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and four sisters and one brother — Mary Eleanor Heath, Charles Edward Heath, Wilma Jenette Heath, Frances Pauline (Heath) Bennett, and Rama June (Heath) Robertson. She is survived by her children, Bradley Budd Rymph (José Verzosa Baquiran) of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware; Carol Ann Rymph Carlson (James Wayne Carlson) of Bellevue, Nebraska; Karen Jeannine Rymph Smarsh (Thomas G. Smarsh) of Colwich, Kansas; and Alan DeWayne Rymph (Lisa Kay Jackson Rymph) of Wichita; ten grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.

Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, Newton, and the Hospice Care Foundation of Good Shepherd Hospice, in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

Edna Mae (Heath) Rymph, 93, of Newton, passed away on September 10, 2022, at Paramount Community Living and Rehab in Newton.Visitation will be at 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at Petersen Funeral Home, 215 N. Main, Newton, and will be open prior to the funeral service at the church.Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, 1200 Boyd, Newton, with The Rev. Donna Voteau officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, 1100 E. 1st Street, Newton. Arrangements are by Petersen Family Funeral Services. The family has stipulated that masks will be required (except for preschool children) at both the visitation and the funeral.Edna Mae (Heath) Rymph was born on November 5, 1928, outside of Aurora, Lawrence County, Missouri. She was the sixth child of Cornelius (“Neal H.”) and Ethel Catherine (Bradley) Heath. As a child, she was “river baptized” by the pastor of the Methodist Protestant Church in Aurora. After graduating from Aurora High School in 1946, she became the first of her family to attend college, when she was offered a scholarship and work grant to study at National College for Christian Workers in Kansas City, Missouri. She received her B.A. in Christian Education in 1950. After graduating, she worked as the first Conference Director of Children’s Work for the Central Kansas Conference of the Methodist Church and traveled to work with Methodist congregations through central and western Kansas.Through her work with the Central Kansas Conference, she met a young man, who was studying to be a Methodist pastor in the conference. She married that man, Albert James Rymph, on September 28, 1952, in Aurora. After marrying Pastor Rymph, Mrs. Rymph resigned her paid church-work position and began her unpaid “career” as a pastor’s wife. Together, Pastor and Mrs. Rymph had and raised four children — son Bradley Budd, daughter Carol Ann, daughter Karen Jeannine, and son Alan DeWayne. With her husband and children, the family lived in multiple Kansas communities — Copeland, Clay Center, Wichita, Kingman, Russell, El Dorado, Beloit, Dodge City, and Ulysses.While living in Russell, Mrs. Rymph worked as a part-time librarian at the Russell Public Library. In 1981 and 1982, while living in Beloit, Mrs. Rymph studied and became a Licensed Practical Nurse. After passing the Kansas state board exams at age 52, she worked in the Long Term Care Unit of the Beloit Hospital until she resigned in anticipation of her husband being assigned to a church elsewhere in Kansas. After her husband retired from the ministry in 1989, Pastor and Mrs. Rymph moved to the Friendly Acres (later renamed Asbury Park, and now Paramount) Retirement Community in Newton, where they each lived until their deaths. As the couple aged, Ms. Rymph was able to use her skills learned as an LPN to help manage the medicines and care for her husband. Pastor Rymph died at Asbury Park on February 16, 2019.Mrs. Rymph is preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and four sisters and one brother — Mary Eleanor Heath, Charles Edward Heath, Wilma Jenette Heath, Frances Pauline (Heath) Bennett, and Rama June (Heath) Robertson. She is survived by her children, Bradley Budd Rymph (José Verzosa Baquiran) of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware; Carol Ann Rymph Carlson (James Wayne Carlson) of Bellevue, Nebraska; Karen Jeannine Rymph Smarsh (Thomas G. Smarsh) of Colwich, Kansas; and Alan DeWayne Rymph (Lisa Kay Jackson Rymph) of Wichita; ten grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, Newton, and the Hospice Care Foundation of Good Shepherd Hospice, in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

Edna Mae (Heath) Rymph  |1928-2022|  

Margaret Ann Winter, age 83, died September 7, 2022 in Newton.

Margaret was born in Ottawa, on August 19, 1939 to Lawrence and Cleo Lehman. As a child Margaret moved often, living in Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, New Mexico and Texas, where her father provided pastoral ministry.&nbsp; Margaret was a middle child suffering her older brother Lanny’s pestering and caring for her younger sister, Marti.&nbsp; In high school she was involved in many activities including an undefeated season of girl’s basketball at Shallow Water High School and competing in voice and instrumental music.&nbsp;

While on a church youth trip she met the love of her life, Bill Winter.&nbsp; Their relationship blossomed while attending McPherson college, marrying on March 25, 1961 at the McPherson Church of the Brethren. Later that year Margaret graduated with a degree in Music Education. After beginning her own family, she again helped care for siblings by traveling to Texas to care for her sister Lois, while her brother David was being born. Love of family, active involvement in the church and music were the high points and passions of her life. Her work life included music education, teaching preschool and working at a Fair Trade gift shop to support struggling artisans around the world.

Her husband Bill, son Perry and wife Juli, son Roy and wife Lisa, grandsons Jesse, Brady, Dilan, granddaughter Sadie, siblings David Lehman and Lois Larson, and many extended family members continue to be deeply touched by her love and compassion.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her mother Margaret Cleo Clark, father Lawrence Lehman, step-mother Thelma Lehman and her siblings Lanny Lehman and Martha Coulson.&nbsp;

A Celebration of Life service will be held at the First Church of the Brethren in Wichita, on Thursday, September 22 at 11 AM. A light lunch and time for visitation will follow the service.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Her Memorial will be for:&nbsp;1st Church of the Brethren, 1103 Jefferson, Wichita 67203

Margaret Ann Winter, age 83, died September 7, 2022 in Newton.Margaret was born in Ottawa, on August 19, 1939 to Lawrence and Cleo Lehman. As a child Margaret moved often, living in Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, New Mexico and Texas, where her father provided pastoral ministry.&nbsp; Margaret was a middle child suffering her older brother Lanny’s pestering and caring for her younger sister, Marti.&nbsp; In high school she was involved in many activities including an undefeated season of girl’s basketball at Shallow Water High School and competing in voice and instrumental music.&nbsp;While on a church youth trip she met the love of her life, Bill Winter.&nbsp; Their relationship blossomed while attending McPherson college, marrying on March 25, 1961 at the McPherson Church of the Brethren. Later that year Margaret graduated with a degree in Music Education. After beginning her own family, she again helped care for siblings by traveling to Texas to care for her sister Lois, while her brother David was being born. Love of family, active involvement in the church and music were the high points and passions of her life. Her work life included music education, teaching preschool and working at a Fair Trade gift shop to support struggling artisans around the world. Her husband Bill, son Perry and wife Juli, son Roy and wife Lisa, grandsons Jesse, Brady, Dilan, granddaughter Sadie, siblings David Lehman and Lois Larson, and many extended family members continue to be deeply touched by her love and compassion.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her mother Margaret Cleo Clark, father Lawrence Lehman, step-mother Thelma Lehman and her siblings Lanny Lehman and Martha Coulson.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life service will be held at the First Church of the Brethren in Wichita, on Thursday, September 22 at 11 AM. A light lunch and time for visitation will follow the service.&nbsp; &nbsp; Her Memorial will be for:&nbsp;1st Church of the Brethren, 1103 Jefferson, Wichita 67203

Margaret Ann Winter  |1939-2022|  

John Vicencio, Jr., 72, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022, at his home in Hutchinson.

John was born January 8, 1950, in McPherson, to John Vicencio, Sr. and Thora (Todd) Vicencio. John was raised with four older sisters, Patricia, Marian, Joan, and Delores. When John was 20 months old, he was diagnosed with Epilepsy and severe Cerebral Palsy. He was raised at home and was treated no differently than his siblings.

After the death of his parents and sister, Joan, John was transitioned into the Disability Supports program in 1999, where he has resided since that time. While at Disability Supports, he had learned to operate a computer using different programs, became a “gamer” on different systems with the help of staff and friends. He also enjoyed community outings of fishing, bowling, concerts, dances, visiting museums, fairs and living a full life with his friends and the staff at Disability Supports. Some of his biggest pleasures were coloring, Spider Man, cartoons, his magazines, trucks and anything Western; his biggest hero being “The &nbsp;Duke”. &nbsp;However, John’s biggest joy was spending time with his family during the holidays.

John is survived by his many nieces and nephews, friends, and caregivers. He was preceded in death by his parents, John, Sr. and Thora Vicencio; half-sisters, Patricia Rodriquez-Sampson and Marian Seely; sisters, Delores Houltberg and Joan Maske; nephew, Daniel Rodriquez; and a niece, Ashleigh Copeland.

The funeral service will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, September 23, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

John Vicencio, Jr., 72, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022, at his home in Hutchinson.John was born January 8, 1950, in McPherson, to John Vicencio, Sr. and Thora (Todd) Vicencio. John was raised with four older sisters, Patricia, Marian, Joan, and Delores. When John was 20 months old, he was diagnosed with Epilepsy and severe Cerebral Palsy. He was raised at home and was treated no differently than his siblings.After the death of his parents and sister, Joan, John was transitioned into the Disability Supports program in 1999, where he has resided since that time. While at Disability Supports, he had learned to operate a computer using different programs, became a “gamer” on different systems with the help of staff and friends. He also enjoyed community outings of fishing, bowling, concerts, dances, visiting museums, fairs and living a full life with his friends and the staff at Disability Supports. Some of his biggest pleasures were coloring, Spider Man, cartoons, his magazines, trucks and anything Western; his biggest hero being “The &nbsp;Duke”. &nbsp;However, John’s biggest joy was spending time with his family during the holidays.John is survived by his many nieces and nephews, friends, and caregivers. He was preceded in death by his parents, John, Sr. and Thora Vicencio; half-sisters, Patricia Rodriquez-Sampson and Marian Seely; sisters, Delores Houltberg and Joan Maske; nephew, Daniel Rodriquez; and a niece, Ashleigh Copeland.The funeral service will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, September 23, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

John Vicencio, Jr.  |1950-2022|  

Everett William Hudson, age 84, passed away at his home on Sept. 10, 2022.  He was born on Feb. 27, 1938 in rural Stafford County, the son of Lee and Helen (Stromer) Hudson. 

 He was a retired Stafford County Road Supervisor.  On July 26, 1963, he married Jo Carol Selfridge at St. John, she survives of the home.  Other survivors include a sister, Esther Mae (John) Burris, Derby.  He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Robert and Donald Hudson.

Everett William Hudson, age 84, passed away at his home on Sept. 10, 2022. He was born on Feb. 27, 1938 in rural Stafford County, the son of Lee and Helen (Stromer) Hudson. He was a retired Stafford County Road Supervisor. On July 26, 1963, he married Jo Carol Selfridge at St. John, she survives of the home. Other survivors include a sister, Esther Mae (John) Burris, Derby. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Robert and Donald Hudson.There will be no services.&nbsp;

Everett William Hudson  |1938-2022|  

Clarence William Leinweber, 102, of Chase, passed away September 11, 2022, at Soldier’s Home, Ft. Dodge. 

Funeral service will be at 1:30 P.M., Friday, September 16, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with Pastor Larry Schumacher officiating. Burial will be at Porterville Cemetery, Porterville, California at a later date.&nbsp;

Clarence William Leinweber, 102, of Chase, passed away September 11, 2022, at Soldier’s Home, Ft. Dodge. Funeral service will be at 1:30 P.M., Friday, September 16, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with Pastor Larry Schumacher officiating. Burial will be at Porterville Cemetery, Porterville, California at a later date.&nbsp;

Clarence William Leinweber  |1920-2022|  

Sharry Ann Richardson, 77, died Saturday, September 10, 2022 at her home in Hutchinson, KS. Sharry was born January 4, 1945 in Hardy, AR to James R. and Eva Mae (Allen) McAnally.&nbsp; She went to Hutchinson High School and worked at Mesquite Tree Restaurant in South Hutchinson, as a manager for five years. &nbsp;On July 22, 1963 she married Dickie W. Richardson in Hutchinson. &nbsp;Sharry was able to travel around the globe with her family and lived in many places including San Diego, CA; Keflavik, Iceland; Honolulu, Hawaii; Treasure Island, CA; Panama; and Okinawa, Japan.&nbsp; She loved to read and work in her garden. Sharry is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dickie; a brother, Dale Harmon; two sisters, Kay Hodgson and Denise Harmon; and one grandchild. She is survived by her three children, Roger, James and Shauna Richardson; four sisters, Linda Burris, Kathy Specht, Terri Zwickl and Della Harmon; three grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at the Eleventh Ave Church, 1326 W. 11th Ave, Hutchinson, 67501, with Pastor Karen Bruce officiating. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Sharry Ann Richardson, 77, died Saturday, September 10, 2022 at her home in Hutchinson, KS. Sharry was born January 4, 1945 in Hardy, AR to James R. and Eva Mae (Allen) McAnally.&nbsp; She went to Hutchinson High School and worked at Mesquite Tree Restaurant in South Hutchinson, as a manager for five years. &nbsp;On July 22, 1963 she married Dickie W. Richardson in Hutchinson. &nbsp;Sharry was able to travel around the globe with her family and lived in many places including San Diego, CA; Keflavik, Iceland; Honolulu, Hawaii; Treasure Island, CA; Panama; and Okinawa, Japan.&nbsp; She loved to read and work in her garden. Sharry is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dickie; a brother, Dale Harmon; two sisters, Kay Hodgson and Denise Harmon; and one grandchild. She is survived by her three children, Roger, James and Shauna Richardson; four sisters, Linda Burris, Kathy Specht, Terri Zwickl and Della Harmon; three grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at the Eleventh Ave Church, 1326 W. 11th Ave, Hutchinson, 67501, with Pastor Karen Bruce officiating. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Sharry Ann Richardson  |1945-2022|  

Melvin M. (Mel) Gradert was born January 31, 1929, in Newton, at the then Axtell Hospital. He was the son of John F. Gradert and Georgia (Jorja) (porter) Gradert. He attended Newton schools through the Seventh Grade. One notable event which nearly ended his life occurred when he was ten years old. While walking from Cooper school he was run over by a Santa Fe Freight Train at the Broadway and Walnut Street crossing, but miraculously escaped with minor injuries, having fallen between the rails unconscious until the train had passed.

When his family moved to Wichita, he attended Marshall Intermediate and graduated North High School in 1947. He attended and graduated from Wichita University, and upon graduation entered the United States Air Force where he served during the Korean war. In 1956 he entered Washburn University Law School, graduating in February 1959. He was selected as Law Clerk for then United States District Judge, later 10th Circuit Judge, Dehnas Hill. He then became an assistant County Attorney in Wichita serving under Keith Sanborn, then County Attorney. Following a year as a Sedgwick County Prosecutor he was appointed Assistant United States Attorney by Robert Kennedy, serving in the Wichita Office. He later was appointed a Special Attorney General Under Robert Londerholm. He later served as Counsel to the Garvey Companies. In 1970 he returned to Newton and joined the Speir, Stroberg &amp; Sizemore Firm. In 1975 he was asked and accepted appointment as County Counselor and County Administrator for Harvey County which position, he held until 1980 when he was appointed District Judge for the Eighth Judicial District by Governor John Carlin. This required a move to Marion County, and he traveled the district which consisted of Marion, Morris, Dickinson, and Geary Counties. After Retirement he was appointed as Senior Judge where he served until 2005. He continued to hear cases as retired judge when assigned.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Janice (pierce) Gradert, son, Steven K. (DeAnn) Gradert, of Wichita, daughter, Kimberly A. Miller, San Bernardino Cal., Grandchildren; Jessica (Mike) Zacharias, and Lauren (Grant) Langhofer, and Mitchell (Katie) Gradert and Alesia and Simeon Miller. Great Grandchildren Ella, Mia Zacharias, and Fiona, Louisa Langhofer. Stepchildren; Jackie (Mike) Sigwing of Wichita, Ed (Linda) Robinson of Florence, Kevin (Janet) Robinson of Florence, and Step Grandchildren, Kelly (David) Seume of Kansas City, Jeremy (Katlyn) Robinson of Newton, KayCee (Isaac) Hett of Marion, and Krisde (Tervor) Kruse of Marion and Step Great Grandchildren, Hayden, Hallie Heidi, Henri Seume, and Kolten, Jaylee, Kenzi, Jentry Robinson. Sister Bonita (Gradert) Jarvis, of Grove, Ok, and. a host of Porter family Cousins.

His philosophy as a Judge was that there were three things needed to do a good job as a judge, and that was patience, and patience, and patience.,. Those who practiced before him appreciated his willingness to listen. He enjoyed his work and family and laughter. One of his philosophies was to not take himself too. seriously, and he was always quick with a joke to ease tensions when necessary. He was an avid but not particularly good golfer. He was Member of Masonic Lodge 142, Newton, past member of Midian Shrine, member and Past Commander, Hillsboro Post 366, and member of American Legion Post 2 "Newton. and a member and past Exalted Ruler of Newton Lodge 706, of The BPOE Newton.

Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at the Breezy Lake Clubhouse: 12219 W. Sheriac, Wichita.&nbsp;

Melvin M. (Mel) Gradert was born January 31, 1929, in Newton, at the then Axtell Hospital. He was the son of John F. Gradert and Georgia (Jorja) (porter) Gradert. He attended Newton schools through the Seventh Grade. One notable event which nearly ended his life occurred when he was ten years old. While walking from Cooper school he was run over by a Santa Fe Freight Train at the Broadway and Walnut Street crossing, but miraculously escaped with minor injuries, having fallen between the rails unconscious until the train had passed.When his family moved to Wichita, he attended Marshall Intermediate and graduated North High School in 1947. He attended and graduated from Wichita University, and upon graduation entered the United States Air Force where he served during the Korean war. In 1956 he entered Washburn University Law School, graduating in February 1959. He was selected as Law Clerk for then United States District Judge, later 10th Circuit Judge, Dehnas Hill. He then became an assistant County Attorney in Wichita serving under Keith Sanborn, then County Attorney. Following a year as a Sedgwick County Prosecutor he was appointed Assistant United States Attorney by Robert Kennedy, serving in the Wichita Office. He later was appointed a Special Attorney General Under Robert Londerholm. He later served as Counsel to the Garvey Companies. In 1970 he returned to Newton and joined the Speir, Stroberg &amp; Sizemore Firm. In 1975 he was asked and accepted appointment as County Counselor and County Administrator for Harvey County which position, he held until 1980 when he was appointed District Judge for the Eighth Judicial District by Governor John Carlin. This required a move to Marion County, and he traveled the district which consisted of Marion, Morris, Dickinson, and Geary Counties. After Retirement he was appointed as Senior Judge where he served until 2005. He continued to hear cases as retired judge when assigned.He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Janice (pierce) Gradert, son, Steven K. (DeAnn) Gradert, of Wichita, daughter, Kimberly A. Miller, San Bernardino Cal., Grandchildren; Jessica (Mike) Zacharias, and Lauren (Grant) Langhofer, and Mitchell (Katie) Gradert and Alesia and Simeon Miller. Great Grandchildren Ella, Mia Zacharias, and Fiona, Louisa Langhofer. Stepchildren; Jackie (Mike) Sigwing of Wichita, Ed (Linda) Robinson of Florence, Kevin (Janet) Robinson of Florence, and Step Grandchildren, Kelly (David) Seume of Kansas City, Jeremy (Katlyn) Robinson of Newton, KayCee (Isaac) Hett of Marion, and Krisde (Tervor) Kruse of Marion and Step Great Grandchildren, Hayden, Hallie Heidi, Henri Seume, and Kolten, Jaylee, Kenzi, Jentry Robinson. Sister Bonita (Gradert) Jarvis, of Grove, Ok, and. a host of Porter family Cousins.His philosophy as a Judge was that there were three things needed to do a good job as a judge, and that was patience, and patience, and patience.,. Those who practiced before him appreciated his willingness to listen. He enjoyed his work and family and laughter. One of his philosophies was to not take himself too. seriously, and he was always quick with a joke to ease tensions when necessary. He was an avid but not particularly good golfer. He was Member of Masonic Lodge 142, Newton, past member of Midian Shrine, member and Past Commander, Hillsboro Post 366, and member of American Legion Post 2 "Newton. and a member and past Exalted Ruler of Newton Lodge 706, of The BPOE Newton.Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at the Breezy Lake Clubhouse: 12219 W. Sheriac, Wichita.&nbsp;

Melvin M. (Mel) Gradert  |1929-2022|  

Nancy MacGregor Greenwood died on June 10, 2022 at the Medical Center of Aurora in Aurora, Colorado. She was 91 years old. Nancy was born April 5, 1931 in Medicine Lodge, to Riley MacGrego and Alice(Martin) MacGregor. She was a retired schoolteacher. Nancy was born and grew up in Medicine Lodge. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Nancy attended the University of Kansas. She was a member of Kansas Chapter of Delta Gamma Sorority.

After graduating from the University of Kansas with a degree in Art Education, she married Jack Greenwood of Kansas City, on August 7th, 1953. They moved to back to Medicine Lodge, to build their life and family. They were married for more than 61 years until Jack’s death in 2015. She was a junior high art teacher. 

Nancy was active in the community in many ways. She was a Sunday school teacher at the Methodist church and sponsor of MYF at the church. She was a Cub Scout Den Mother. A long-time participant in the Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty Pageant. Member of DAR. Lifelong and active member of the Republican Party. She was President of the Kansas Chapter Delta Chi Mothers Club. In 1986 Nancy and her husband Jack moved to Colorado. They both worked in the mortgage financial industry. She was active in the Colorado Republican party. She was a member of Cherry Creek Republican Women Club. And Cherry Creek Republican Quilters. She was a proud wife and mother. She loved her dogs and horses. Through her life she had many boxer dogs and participated in showing her boxers at AKC affiliated dog shows. She also loved to travel. She visited many of the 50 states and many countries around the globe. She was a proud American who loved her country and the blessings that come with being a U.S. citizen. Her life was blessed with the love of family and friends. And a life of laughter and faith. Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack E. Greenwood. Her first-born son Riley MacGregor Greenwood. Her Parents, Riley MacGregor and Alice Martin MacGregor. Her brothers, Bill {William} MacGregor, John Jay ReQua. Sister, Comora MacGregor Nash. Sister-in-law Barbara Hagan MacGregor. Nancy is survived by her son Jack Martin (Marty) Greenwood who lives in Aurora, Colorado. Daughter-in-law Diane Blurton Greenwood of Valley Center. Grandson Jack Riley Greenwood. Her last boxer dog, Jayhawk who is cared for by her son Jack. Her beloved brother Riley Ray ReQua of Kansas. And many nieces and nephews of an extended family across the many corners of Kansas and America. Colorado Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 28th, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Horan &amp; McConaty, 11150 E. Dartmouth Ave, Aurora, CO. Kansas Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., at the United Methodist Church, Medicine Lodge. Interment will be at Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge.&nbsp;

Nancy MacGregor Greenwood died on June 10, 2022 at the Medical Center of Aurora in Aurora, Colorado. She was 91 years old. Nancy was born April 5, 1931 in Medicine Lodge, to Riley MacGrego and Alice(Martin) MacGregor. She was a retired schoolteacher. Nancy was born and grew up in Medicine Lodge. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Nancy attended the University of Kansas. She was a member of Kansas Chapter of Delta Gamma Sorority. After graduating from the University of Kansas with a degree in Art Education, she married Jack Greenwood of Kansas City, on August 7th, 1953. They moved to back to Medicine Lodge, to build their life and family. They were married for more than 61 years until Jack’s death in 2015. She was a junior high art teacher. Nancy was active in the community in many ways. She was a Sunday school teacher at the Methodist church and sponsor of MYF at the church. She was a Cub Scout Den Mother. A long-time participant in the Medicine Lodge Peace Treaty Pageant. Member of DAR. Lifelong and active member of the Republican Party. She was President of the Kansas Chapter Delta Chi Mothers Club. In 1986 Nancy and her husband Jack moved to Colorado. They both worked in the mortgage financial industry. She was active in the Colorado Republican party. She was a member of Cherry Creek Republican Women Club. And Cherry Creek Republican Quilters. She was a proud wife and mother. She loved her dogs and horses. Through her life she had many boxer dogs and participated in showing her boxers at AKC affiliated dog shows. She also loved to travel. She visited many of the 50 states and many countries around the globe. She was a proud American who loved her country and the blessings that come with being a U.S. citizen. Her life was blessed with the love of family and friends. And a life of laughter and faith. Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack E. Greenwood. Her first-born son Riley MacGregor Greenwood. Her Parents, Riley MacGregor and Alice Martin MacGregor. Her brothers, Bill {William} MacGregor, John Jay ReQua. Sister, Comora MacGregor Nash. Sister-in-law Barbara Hagan MacGregor. Nancy is survived by her son Jack Martin (Marty) Greenwood who lives in Aurora, Colorado. Daughter-in-law Diane Blurton Greenwood of Valley Center. Grandson Jack Riley Greenwood. Her last boxer dog, Jayhawk who is cared for by her son Jack. Her beloved brother Riley Ray ReQua of Kansas. And many nieces and nephews of an extended family across the many corners of Kansas and America. Colorado Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 28th, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Horan &amp; McConaty, 11150 E. Dartmouth Ave, Aurora, CO. Kansas Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., at the United Methodist Church, Medicine Lodge. Interment will be at Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge.&nbsp;

Nancy MacGregor Greenwood  |1931-2022|  

Larry T. Hart 84, died September 4, 2022 at his Newton residence.&nbsp; He was born November 3, 1937 in Nashville, to Eldon E. and Lois (Martindale) Hart.&nbsp; On August 31, 1958 he married Nancy J. Koch and she survives of the home.

Larry lived on a farm near Maud, and when he was 5 years old moved to Pratt where he attended public school and college.&nbsp; He worked at the Calbeck furniture and music store while in school.&nbsp; He later worked sales for BF Goodrich before becoming a business representative at Southwestern Bell.&nbsp; Larry moved to Wichita in the early 60’s with Southwestern Bell. After that he joined Royal Business Machines as a typewriter/calculator technician, before working for and then becoming co-owner of Janzen Business Machines with his wife.&nbsp; While running the company he sold and serviced business machines throughout South Central Kansas and had a large clientele in Wichita and the area school districts.

He was a member of the Methodist church, Masonic Lodge 99 and the Scottish Rite Temple in Wichita.

Larry was known as a very gracious and kind person who also had a really fun sense of humor.&nbsp; He had a beautiful bass voice and sang the most gorgeous acapella rendition of “Amazing Grace”.&nbsp; In school he played 1st&nbsp;chair trumpet and people requested he play taps at many funerals.&nbsp; One of Larry’s favorite pastimes was water skiing and he skied well into his 60’s. &nbsp;Tablerock lake was a favorite vacation spot.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Nancy; son Tim Hart and his wife Debbie; daughter Kristi Berning and her husband Rex. He is also survived by four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents, brother Eldon Hart, Jr., and sister Marilyn Hubert.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home Chapel in Newton. Graveside committal will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday at the Maud Cemetery in rural Cunningham, Kansas. There will be no public visitation.

Larry T. Hart 84, died September 4, 2022 at his Newton residence.&nbsp; He was born November 3, 1937 in Nashville, to Eldon E. and Lois (Martindale) Hart.&nbsp; On August 31, 1958 he married Nancy J. Koch and she survives of the home.Larry lived on a farm near Maud, and when he was 5 years old moved to Pratt where he attended public school and college.&nbsp; He worked at the Calbeck furniture and music store while in school.&nbsp; He later worked sales for BF Goodrich before becoming a business representative at Southwestern Bell.&nbsp; Larry moved to Wichita in the early 60’s with Southwestern Bell. After that he joined Royal Business Machines as a typewriter/calculator technician, before working for and then becoming co-owner of Janzen Business Machines with his wife.&nbsp; While running the company he sold and serviced business machines throughout South Central Kansas and had a large clientele in Wichita and the area school districts.He was a member of the Methodist church, Masonic Lodge 99 and the Scottish Rite Temple in Wichita.Larry was known as a very gracious and kind person who also had a really fun sense of humor.&nbsp; He had a beautiful bass voice and sang the most gorgeous acapella rendition of “Amazing Grace”.&nbsp; In school he played 1st&nbsp;chair trumpet and people requested he play taps at many funerals.&nbsp; One of Larry’s favorite pastimes was water skiing and he skied well into his 60’s. &nbsp;Tablerock lake was a favorite vacation spot.He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Nancy; son Tim Hart and his wife Debbie; daughter Kristi Berning and her husband Rex. He is also survived by four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.Larry is preceded in death by his parents, brother Eldon Hart, Jr., and sister Marilyn Hubert.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home Chapel in Newton. Graveside committal will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday at the Maud Cemetery in rural Cunningham, Kansas. There will be no public visitation.

Larry T. Hart  |1958-2022|  

David Wayne Lawrence, 65, of Valley Center, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born June 09, 1957 to Robert Lee Lawrence Sr. and Joyce (Greathouse) Sucht in Downey, California.&nbsp; He attended Hadley Junior High and North High School. He was a lifelong resident of Wichita, and Valley Center.

After graduation, David worked at Burger Stan, as a CNA and co-owner of B &amp; D Construction in Wichita. &nbsp; He enjoyed talking with people and sharing his faith in Jesus.&nbsp; He loved all things outdoors including, swimming, scuba diving, water skiing, motor cross and horseback riding. David loved growing flowers and bird watching.&nbsp; He met a lifetime goal of building his family home.&nbsp; Besides his horses, most of all, David loved his family, his wife Susan, daughter Sarah, son-in-law Danny, all his grandchildren, and his dogs, Lola and Billie.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Lee Lawrence, his step-father, Donald Sucht, and sister, Tammy Lavon Lawrence.&nbsp;

David is survived by his wife, Susan (Kiser) Lawrence,&nbsp; daughter Sarah Ralstin (Daniel) of Valley Center,&nbsp; grandchildren, Paige Kane (TX),&nbsp; Kaylee Kane (TX), Xander Kane, Kash Kane, and Naomi Ralstin of Valley Center,&nbsp; brother Robert Lawrence Jr of Valley Center,&nbsp; mother Joyce (Greathouse) Sucht of Wichita, brother &amp; sister in-laws, Henry &amp; Lori Salas (TX),&nbsp; Doug &amp; Debie Kvassay (AZ), John &amp; Becky Norris (TX ), John &amp; Patty Myers (TX),&nbsp; Brad Kiser (TX), numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.&nbsp;

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday September 11, 2022 at Three Angels Church: 4558 North Hydraulic Wichita.

David Wayne Lawrence, 65, of Valley Center, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born June 09, 1957 to Robert Lee Lawrence Sr. and Joyce (Greathouse) Sucht in Downey, California.&nbsp; He attended Hadley Junior High and North High School. He was a lifelong resident of Wichita, and Valley Center.After graduation, David worked at Burger Stan, as a CNA and co-owner of B &amp; D Construction in Wichita. &nbsp; He enjoyed talking with people and sharing his faith in Jesus.&nbsp; He loved all things outdoors including, swimming, scuba diving, water skiing, motor cross and horseback riding. David loved growing flowers and bird watching.&nbsp; He met a lifetime goal of building his family home.&nbsp; Besides his horses, most of all, David loved his family, his wife Susan, daughter Sarah, son-in-law Danny, all his grandchildren, and his dogs, Lola and Billie.He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Lee Lawrence, his step-father, Donald Sucht, and sister, Tammy Lavon Lawrence.&nbsp;David is survived by his wife, Susan (Kiser) Lawrence,&nbsp; daughter Sarah Ralstin (Daniel) of Valley Center,&nbsp; grandchildren, Paige Kane (TX),&nbsp; Kaylee Kane (TX), Xander Kane, Kash Kane, and Naomi Ralstin of Valley Center,&nbsp; brother Robert Lawrence Jr of Valley Center,&nbsp; mother Joyce (Greathouse) Sucht of Wichita, brother &amp; sister in-laws, Henry &amp; Lori Salas (TX),&nbsp; Doug &amp; Debie Kvassay (AZ), John &amp; Becky Norris (TX ), John &amp; Patty Myers (TX),&nbsp; Brad Kiser (TX), numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.&nbsp;A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday September 11, 2022 at Three Angels Church: 4558 North Hydraulic Wichita.

David Wayne Lawrence  |1957-2022|  

Danny Lee Brunsell, 60, of Lindsborg passed away, Friday, September 9, 2022 at home in Lindsborg.  Danny was born December 15, 1961 in Hutchinson. He was adopted by the late DeLon and the late Virginia (Coleman) Brunsell.  

Danny graduated high school and attended Colby Community College.  He worked as a rural mail carrier and farmer.  Danny had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel, especially to, out of the way, places and countries.   

Survivors include his brother: Dean Brunsell (Jan) of Salina; twin brother: Daryl Brunsell (Sandra) of Lindsborg; as well as numerous extended family members.

Danny is preceded in death by his parents; and his sister: Janita Gregoire.

Visitation will be Wednesday, September 14 from 5-7p.m. at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, Lindsborg.

The funeral will be held 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 15 at the Evangelical Covenant Church, 102 S. Washington, Lindsborg, KS with Pastor Jeff Waugh officiating.  Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery.

Danny Lee Brunsell, 60, of Lindsborg passed away, Friday, September 9, 2022 at home in Lindsborg. Danny was born December 15, 1961 in Hutchinson. He was adopted by the late DeLon and the late Virginia (Coleman) Brunsell. Danny graduated high school and attended Colby Community College. He worked as a rural mail carrier and farmer. Danny had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel, especially to, out of the way, places and countries. Survivors include his brother: Dean Brunsell (Jan) of Salina; twin brother: Daryl Brunsell (Sandra) of Lindsborg; as well as numerous extended family members.Danny is preceded in death by his parents; and his sister: Janita Gregoire.Visitation will be Wednesday, September 14 from 5-7p.m. at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, Lindsborg.The funeral will be held 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 15 at the Evangelical Covenant Church, 102 S. Washington, Lindsborg, KS with Pastor Jeff Waugh officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery.

Danny Lee Brunsell  |1961-2022|  

Lulu Irene (Forbenius) Swenson – Lulu “Lou” died September 7, 2022 at the Bethany Home at the age of 92. She was born near Linconville, on September 8, 1929, the fourth child of Karl and Katherine (Beisel) Forbenius. 

Lou was raised on the family homestead with her two older brothers, older sister and one younger sister. Growing up she was a member of the St. Johns Lutheran Church. She attended Lincolnville Elementary School and graduated from Lincolnville High School. After graduation, Lou moved to McPherson. 

She married Raynold Swenson on April 16, 1949, and was married for 56 years until Raynold’s passing in 2005. She and Raynold had two children, son Dale and daughter Debra, and five grandchildren, Damian, Danyel, Jessica, Katie and Kendal.

Lou worked in the medical field most of her adult life, starting in 1959 through 1967, she worked for the Lindsborg Community Hospital. In 1967, she started working for Dr. Murfitt, where she remained for 17 years. In 1984, after a brief stent at the Bethany Home, she returned to the hospital where she worked in home health until her retirement. Lou enjoyed her work and cared for many people in the Lindsborg community. In her retirement, Lou helped run the TACOL thrift store for many years.

Lou was a child of God and served him in many ways. She was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday and Bible School. She enjoyed teaching and working with the children of the church. 

Lou was a competitive person, it didn’t matter if it was cards, sports or Wii bowling, she played to win. She played on several softball teams as a pitcher, and competed in the women’s league at the Lindsborg Bowling Center. After “retiring” from participating in sports, Lou watched from the stands, as she traveled to various sporting events watching her grandchildren play football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and track and field. She was a fan of baseball and often watched the Chicago Cubs on WGN. Lou enjoyed the outdoors, and would often take the grandkids fishing, where she was never afraid to bait a hook or take a fish off. She was also a lover of music, everything from George Jones, to the Lawrence Welk Show, to Gospel, but she was partial to the music heard while attending all of her grandchildren’s choir and band concerts.

Lou was proceeded in death by her husband, Raynold, parents Karl and Katherine, brothers Marion and E. Dean Forbenius, sisters Ruth Forbenius and Betty Beneke and son-in-law, Tony Patterson.

Lou is survived by son, Dale (Julie) Swenson, daughter Debra Patterson, and grandchildren: Damian Vosburg, Danyel Patterson, Jessica Patterson, Katie Swenson (Mike and Sydney), and Kendal Swenson (Amber).

The family would like to express our deepest gratitude to the wonderful people from Kindred Hospice and the Bethany Home for their compassion and loving care of Lou over the final days of her life. 

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, September 11, 2022 at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg.

Private family graveside services will be held at Elmwood Cemetery.

Lulu Irene (Forbenius) Swenson – Lulu “Lou” died September 7, 2022 at the Bethany Home at the age of 92. She was born near Linconville, on September 8, 1929, the fourth child of Karl and Katherine (Beisel) Forbenius. Lou was raised on the family homestead with her two older brothers, older sister and one younger sister. Growing up she was a member of the St. Johns Lutheran Church. She attended Lincolnville Elementary School and graduated from Lincolnville High School. After graduation, Lou moved to McPherson. She married Raynold Swenson on April 16, 1949, and was married for 56 years until Raynold’s passing in 2005. She and Raynold had two children, son Dale and daughter Debra, and five grandchildren, Damian, Danyel, Jessica, Katie and Kendal.Lou worked in the medical field most of her adult life, starting in 1959 through 1967, she worked for the Lindsborg Community Hospital. In 1967, she started working for Dr. Murfitt, where she remained for 17 years. In 1984, after a brief stent at the Bethany Home, she returned to the hospital where she worked in home health until her retirement. Lou enjoyed her work and cared for many people in the Lindsborg community. In her retirement, Lou helped run the TACOL thrift store for many years.Lou was a child of God and served him in many ways. She was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday and Bible School. She enjoyed teaching and working with the children of the church. Lou was a competitive person, it didn’t matter if it was cards, sports or Wii bowling, she played to win. She played on several softball teams as a pitcher, and competed in the women’s league at the Lindsborg Bowling Center. After “retiring” from participating in sports, Lou watched from the stands, as she traveled to various sporting events watching her grandchildren play football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and track and field. She was a fan of baseball and often watched the Chicago Cubs on WGN. Lou enjoyed the outdoors, and would often take the grandkids fishing, where she was never afraid to bait a hook or take a fish off. She was also a lover of music, everything from George Jones, to the Lawrence Welk Show, to Gospel, but she was partial to the music heard while attending all of her grandchildren’s choir and band concerts.Lou was proceeded in death by her husband, Raynold, parents Karl and Katherine, brothers Marion and E. Dean Forbenius, sisters Ruth Forbenius and Betty Beneke and son-in-law, Tony Patterson.Lou is survived by son, Dale (Julie) Swenson, daughter Debra Patterson, and grandchildren: Damian Vosburg, Danyel Patterson, Jessica Patterson, Katie Swenson (Mike and Sydney), and Kendal Swenson (Amber).The family would like to express our deepest gratitude to the wonderful people from Kindred Hospice and the Bethany Home for their compassion and loving care of Lou over the final days of her life. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, September 11, 2022 at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg.Private family graveside services will be held at Elmwood Cemetery.

Lulu Irene (Forbenius) Swenson  |1929-2022|  

James E. Lafferty, 81, passed away September 9, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born September 19, 1940, in Hutchinson, the son of Harold and Opal Harder Lafferty.&nbsp;

A longtime resident of Inman, he farmed and worked for Certainteed, retiring after 35 years.&nbsp;

James was a member of Zoar Mennonite Brethren Church, was a huge sports enthusiast, enjoyed reading and baking, and especially loved time with his family and grandkids.

He married Kathleen J. Ediger on March 28, 1964, in Inman.&nbsp; She passed away on September 21, 2011.

Survivors include a son, Rustin (Michelle) Lafferty, Inman; 3 daughters, Kara Lafferty, Arizona, Dana Lafferty, Overland Park, and Lora (Kenyon) Thornburg, Olathe; 2 grandchildren, Marlee and Maddie Thornburg, Olathe; 2 brothers, Keith Lafferty, Inman and Bob Lafferty, Georgia; and a sister, Viola Cooper, McPherson.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Doris Richards and Sharon Lafferty.

Visitation will be held from 4-7PM, with family receiving friends from 5-7PM Tuesday, September 13th, 2022, at Inman Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Zoar Mennonite Brethren Church, Inman. The funeral will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook Page. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Zoar Church Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James E. Lafferty, 81, passed away September 9, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born September 19, 1940, in Hutchinson, the son of Harold and Opal Harder Lafferty.&nbsp; A longtime resident of Inman, he farmed and worked for Certainteed, retiring after 35 years.&nbsp; James was a member of Zoar Mennonite Brethren Church, was a huge sports enthusiast, enjoyed reading and baking, and especially loved time with his family and grandkids.He married Kathleen J. Ediger on March 28, 1964, in Inman.&nbsp; She passed away on September 21, 2011.Survivors include a son, Rustin (Michelle) Lafferty, Inman; 3 daughters, Kara Lafferty, Arizona, Dana Lafferty, Overland Park, and Lora (Kenyon) Thornburg, Olathe; 2 grandchildren, Marlee and Maddie Thornburg, Olathe; 2 brothers, Keith Lafferty, Inman and Bob Lafferty, Georgia; and a sister, Viola Cooper, McPherson.He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Doris Richards and Sharon Lafferty.Visitation will be held from 4-7PM, with family receiving friends from 5-7PM Tuesday, September 13th, 2022, at Inman Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Zoar Mennonite Brethren Church, Inman. The funeral will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook Page. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Zoar Church Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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