Shirley LaVonne Treaster, 82, passed away July 16, 2022, at Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie.&nbsp; She was born December 18, 1939, in Great Bend, to Harold and Iva Jane (Southern) Waggoner.

Shirley was a graduate of Buhler High School, Buhler.

On July 12, 1972, Shirley married Darrell LaVerne Treaster, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared over 47 years of marriage, prior to his death on July 19, 2019.

She is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Tommy Treaster of Baldwin City; Mark (Mary) Treaster of Pretty Prairie; and Cyndi (Sandy Jacquot) Treaster of Lecompton; daughter-in-law, Toni Wood of Houston, TX; eight grandsons; and six great-grandchildren.

Shirley was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; son, Steven Treaster; and brother, Don Waggoner.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2022, at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, KS, with Reverend Doctor J. Ted Blakley officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Lone Star Cemetery, Pretty Prairie.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m.

Shirley LaVonne Treaster, 82, passed away July 16, 2022, at Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie.&nbsp; She was born December 18, 1939, in Great Bend, to Harold and Iva Jane (Southern) Waggoner.Shirley was a graduate of Buhler High School, Buhler.On July 12, 1972, Shirley married Darrell LaVerne Treaster, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared over 47 years of marriage, prior to his death on July 19, 2019.She is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Tommy Treaster of Baldwin City; Mark (Mary) Treaster of Pretty Prairie; and Cyndi (Sandy Jacquot) Treaster of Lecompton; daughter-in-law, Toni Wood of Houston, TX; eight grandsons; and six great-grandchildren.Shirley was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; son, Steven Treaster; and brother, Don Waggoner.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2022, at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, KS, with Reverend Doctor J. Ted Blakley officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Lone Star Cemetery, Pretty Prairie.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m.

Shirley LaVonne Treaster  |1939-2022|

George Wayne Friesen, 80, died July 16, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born August 6, 1941, in Hutchinson, to George F. and Amy E. (Martin) Friesen.

George graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959, Hutchinson Community College in 1961, and attended the University of Kansas. He worked for the Hutchinson News for 33 years as a composer and retired as evening foreman. George loved his job, woodworking, and KU basketball.

On October 4, 1968, he married Beverly Darlene Birka, in Lyons. They shared 50 years of marriage before her death on January 19, 2019.

George is survived by: his children, Sheri Friesen Barr of Hutchinson, Susan Friesen Sloyer and husband Scott of Lawrence, George R. Friesen and wife Misty of Wellington; sister, Connie Neuburger and husband Arthur of Lawrence; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Joetta Mielke.

Cremation has taken place and a family celebration of his life is planned for a future date. Friends may leave condolences in his obituary on the funeral home website.

George Wayne Friesen, 80, died July 16, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born August 6, 1941, in Hutchinson, to George F. and Amy E. (Martin) Friesen.George graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959, Hutchinson Community College in 1961, and attended the University of Kansas. He worked for the Hutchinson News for 33 years as a composer and retired as evening foreman. George loved his job, woodworking, and KU basketball.On October 4, 1968, he married Beverly Darlene Birka, in Lyons. They shared 50 years of marriage before her death on January 19, 2019.George is survived by: his children, Sheri Friesen Barr of Hutchinson, Susan Friesen Sloyer and husband Scott of Lawrence, George R. Friesen and wife Misty of Wellington; sister, Connie Neuburger and husband Arthur of Lawrence; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Joetta Mielke.Cremation has taken place and a family celebration of his life is planned for a future date. Friends may leave condolences in his obituary on the funeral home website.

George Wayne Friesen  |1941-2022|

Byron Hiebert, 93, of Moundridge, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2022 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; He was born on November 4, 1928 in Peabody, the son of Peter G. and Lucretia (Holdeman) Hiebert.

He was a member of El Campo Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, El Campo, Texas.

Byron was united in marriage to Lois Litwiller in 1950.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on March 16, 1989.&nbsp; He later married Louise Schmidt on January 28, 1990 in Hillsboro.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on October 6, 2019.

Byron worked as a crop and dairy farmer.&nbsp; He enjoyed working with his hands and was skilled in masonry, roofing, and gardening.

He is survived by his two daughters, Cindy Koehn of El Campo, TX, and Arlyn Kramer of Dumas, AR; eight grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren; sisters, Esther Penner of Nevada, MO, and &nbsp;Merita (Willard) Koehn of Moundridge; and sister-in-law, Hilda Hiebert of Walnut Hill, FL.

Byron was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Lois Hiebert; second wife, Louise Hiebert; two sons, Gerald and Merlin Hiebert; daughter, Corrine Hiebert; one brother; three sisters, and many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, July 18, 2022 at Moundridge Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral services are pending and will take place in El Campo, TX.&nbsp; Burial will take place at Gardens of Memory Cemetery, El Campo, TX.&nbsp;

Byron Hiebert, 93, of Moundridge, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2022 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; He was born on November 4, 1928 in Peabody, the son of Peter G. and Lucretia (Holdeman) Hiebert.He was a member of El Campo Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, El Campo, Texas.Byron was united in marriage to Lois Litwiller in 1950.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on March 16, 1989.&nbsp; He later married Louise Schmidt on January 28, 1990 in Hillsboro.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on October 6, 2019.Byron worked as a crop and dairy farmer.&nbsp; He enjoyed working with his hands and was skilled in masonry, roofing, and gardening.He is survived by his two daughters, Cindy Koehn of El Campo, TX, and Arlyn Kramer of Dumas, AR; eight grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren; sisters, Esther Penner of Nevada, MO, and &nbsp;Merita (Willard) Koehn of Moundridge; and sister-in-law, Hilda Hiebert of Walnut Hill, FL.Byron was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Lois Hiebert; second wife, Louise Hiebert; two sons, Gerald and Merlin Hiebert; daughter, Corrine Hiebert; one brother; three sisters, and many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, July 18, 2022 at Moundridge Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral services are pending and will take place in El Campo, TX.&nbsp; Burial will take place at Gardens of Memory Cemetery, El Campo, TX.&nbsp;

Byron Hiebert  |1928-2022|

Dorothy Mae Wedel, 88, of Moundridge, passed away Friday, July 15, 2022 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; She was born April 14, 1934 in Inman, the daughter of Jacob K. and Anna W. (Giesbrecht) Friesen.

Dorothy was raised and attended schools in Inman.

She was united in marriage to Everett Dale Wedel on May 23, 1954 in Inman.

In 1976, Dorothy and Everett moved to El Campo, Texas.&nbsp; After Everett passed, she moved to Ohio to live with her daughter, Joleen.&nbsp; She moved back to Moundridge in 2011.

She was a member of El Campo Church of God in Christ, Mennonite.

Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Joleen (Gary) Miller of Pecos, TX; sons, David (Tammy) Wedel of Tampa, FL; and Patrick (Marissa) Wedel of Barron, WI; ten grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and sister, Delma Nikkel of Moundridge.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Everett; two sisters and six brothers.

Family will greet friends from 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, July 17, 2022 at Moundridge Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral services are pending and will take place at El Campo, TX.&nbsp; Burial will be held at Homeworth Mennonite Church Cemetery, Homeworth, OH.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dorothy Mae Wedel, 88, of Moundridge, passed away Friday, July 15, 2022 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; She was born April 14, 1934 in Inman, the daughter of Jacob K. and Anna W. (Giesbrecht) Friesen.Dorothy was raised and attended schools in Inman.She was united in marriage to Everett Dale Wedel on May 23, 1954 in Inman.Dorothy was a devoted homemaker.In 1976, Dorothy and Everett moved to El Campo, Texas.&nbsp; After Everett passed, she moved to Ohio to live with her daughter, Joleen.&nbsp; She moved back to Moundridge in 2011.She was a member of El Campo Church of God in Christ, Mennonite.Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Joleen (Gary) Miller of Pecos, TX; sons, David (Tammy) Wedel of Tampa, FL; and Patrick (Marissa) Wedel of Barron, WI; ten grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and sister, Delma Nikkel of Moundridge.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Everett; two sisters and six brothers.Family will greet friends from 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, July 17, 2022 at Moundridge Funeral Home.&nbsp; Funeral services are pending and will take place at El Campo, TX.&nbsp; Burial will be held at Homeworth Mennonite Church Cemetery, Homeworth, OH.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dorothy Mae Wedel  |1934-2022|

Jolene Kay Runyan, 70, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at her home.&nbsp; She was born April 2, 1952 in Hutchinson, the daughter of John J. and Darlean M. (Doerksen) Hein.

She graduated from Buhler High School with the class of 1970, and then earned her cosmetology license through Sidney’s Hairdressing College.

Jolene owned and operated Jo’s Beauty Shop out of her home in Buhler.

She was united in marriage to Kerwin Voth.&nbsp; From this union their daughter Lisa was born.&nbsp; Jolene and Kerwin later divorced.&nbsp; Jolene later married Michael Runyan.

Jolene is survived by her daughter, Lisa Voth of Lincoln, NE; brother, John W. (Karla) Hein of Buhler; sister, Julie (Martin) Pfannenstiel of Hutchinson; two grandchildren, Cooper Harden and Zachary Voth; and companion, Les Richards of Hutchinson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Michael Runyan.

Cremation is planned with a celebration of life service to be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jolene Kay Runyan, 70, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at her home.&nbsp; She was born April 2, 1952 in Hutchinson, the daughter of John J. and Darlean M. (Doerksen) Hein.She graduated from Buhler High School with the class of 1970, and then earned her cosmetology license through Sidney’s Hairdressing College.Jolene owned and operated Jo’s Beauty Shop out of her home in Buhler.She was united in marriage to Kerwin Voth.&nbsp; From this union their daughter Lisa was born.&nbsp; Jolene and Kerwin later divorced.&nbsp; Jolene later married Michael Runyan.Jolene is survived by her daughter, Lisa Voth of Lincoln, NE; brother, John W. (Karla) Hein of Buhler; sister, Julie (Martin) Pfannenstiel of Hutchinson; two grandchildren, Cooper Harden and Zachary Voth; and companion, Les Richards of Hutchinson.She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Michael Runyan.Cremation is planned with a celebration of life service to be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jolene Kay Runyan  |1952-2022|

Donald L. “Donnie” Baringer, 54, died July 11, 2022, at his home.&nbsp; He was born August 19, 1967, in Hutchinson, to Douglas D. and Sharon S. “Shara” (Phillips) Baringer.

Donnie graduated from Cibola High School, Albuquerque, NM, and attended Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; He was an accomplished welder, a talented artist, tremendous gardener, and could fix, repair, or remodel about anything.&nbsp; Donnie enjoyed helping his family and friends with home projects, no matter the size of the task at hand.&nbsp; He, along with his brother, Matthew Griffin, helped bring Oxford Houses to Hutchinson. Donnie worked at New Beginnings as a transitional job supervisor.&nbsp; In addition, he was instrumental in establishing the security department for New Beginnings.&nbsp; Donnie was always there for his family, friends, and clients, and he will be greatly missed.

Donnie is survived by:&nbsp; his mom, Shara Gonzales of Hutchinson; father, Douglas Baringer and wife Mikki of Hooker, OK; siblings, John Madio Gonzales of Tempe, AZ; Kilo Gonzales of Mesa, AZ; Sage Gonzales of Tempe, AZ; Matthew Griffin of Hutchinson; Miah Gonzales of Queens, NY; Samantha Canales of Fresno, CA; Gabrielle Gonzales of Hutchinson; and David Gibbs of Olathe; nephew, Keenon Gonzales of Hutchinson; aunt and uncle, Sally and Rick Berger of Atchinson and Belinda and David Crockett of Valley Center; aunt, Debbie Waldorf of Prairie Village; uncles, Tom Phillips of Hutchinson and Larry Edman of Madison, WI; and his special companions, Bubba and Smokie.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his uncle and best friend, Jim Phillips; stepfather, Juan Gonzales; and maternal grandparents, Marti and Dan Phillips.

Celebration of Life service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service.&nbsp; Private inurnment will be at a later date at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.

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Donald L. “Donnie” Baringer, 54, died July 11, 2022, at his home.&nbsp; He was born August 19, 1967, in Hutchinson, to Douglas D. and Sharon S. “Shara” (Phillips) Baringer.Donnie graduated from Cibola High School, Albuquerque, NM, and attended Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; He was an accomplished welder, a talented artist, tremendous gardener, and could fix, repair, or remodel about anything.&nbsp; Donnie enjoyed helping his family and friends with home projects, no matter the size of the task at hand.&nbsp; He, along with his brother, Matthew Griffin, helped bring Oxford Houses to Hutchinson. Donnie worked at New Beginnings as a transitional job supervisor.&nbsp; In addition, he was instrumental in establishing the security department for New Beginnings.&nbsp; Donnie was always there for his family, friends, and clients, and he will be greatly missed.Donnie is survived by:&nbsp; his mom, Shara Gonzales of Hutchinson; father, Douglas Baringer and wife Mikki of Hooker, OK; siblings, John Madio Gonzales of Tempe, AZ; Kilo Gonzales of Mesa, AZ; Sage Gonzales of Tempe, AZ; Matthew Griffin of Hutchinson; Miah Gonzales of Queens, NY; Samantha Canales of Fresno, CA; Gabrielle Gonzales of Hutchinson; and David Gibbs of Olathe; nephew, Keenon Gonzales of Hutchinson; aunt and uncle, Sally and Rick Berger of Atchinson and Belinda and David Crockett of Valley Center; aunt, Debbie Waldorf of Prairie Village; uncles, Tom Phillips of Hutchinson and Larry Edman of Madison, WI; and his special companions, Bubba and Smokie.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his uncle and best friend, Jim Phillips; stepfather, Juan Gonzales; and maternal grandparents, Marti and Dan Phillips.Celebration of Life service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service.&nbsp; Private inurnment will be at a later date at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1657831424196008">Click here to view Donnie's Celebration of Life</a>

Donald L. “Donnie” Baringer  |1967-2022|

William (Bill) LeRoy Bennett, 67, passed away July 14, 2022 in Pratt, KS. He was born May 11, 1955 in Pratt to Josiah Sidney and Orlissa (Beth) (Tregelllas) Bennett.

Bill attended Pratt High School and graduated in 1973. He graduated from PCCC in 1989 with an associates of science degree. He also played tennis and took pictures of sports there. He then graduated from Ft. Hays State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1992. He worked for several years at the Pratt Tribune News Paper. He enjoyed photography and coin and paper money collection. He was a big sports fan and liked the K.C. Chiefs. Bowling was also a favorite pastime. He enjoyed meteorology and had an extensive photo collection. He liked to draw, and had a very creative mind.

He is survived by brother, John (Stella) Bennett of Santa Claus, IN. There are many nieces, nephews and a host of friends. And we cannot forget his caregiver of life, Michelle McAdoo. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Josiah (Joe) Edward Bennett; sister, Joan Kay (Bill) Hubble.

Cremation has taken place and graveside inurnment services will be 10:00 am., Monday, July 18th 2022. at Iuka, cemetery, with John Hamn presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William (Bill) LeRoy Bennett, 67, passed away July 14, 2022 in Pratt, KS. He was born May 11, 1955 in Pratt to Josiah Sidney and Orlissa (Beth) (Tregelllas) Bennett. Bill attended Pratt High School and graduated in 1973. He graduated from PCCC in 1989 with an associates of science degree. He also played tennis and took pictures of sports there. He then graduated from Ft. Hays State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1992. He worked for several years at the Pratt Tribune News Paper. He enjoyed photography and coin and paper money collection. He was a big sports fan and liked the K.C. Chiefs. Bowling was also a favorite pastime. He enjoyed meteorology and had an extensive photo collection. He liked to draw, and had a very creative mind. He is survived by brother, John (Stella) Bennett of Santa Claus, IN. There are many nieces, nephews and a host of friends. And we cannot forget his caregiver of life, Michelle McAdoo. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Josiah (Joe) Edward Bennett; sister, Joan Kay (Bill) Hubble. Cremation has taken place and graveside inurnment services will be 10:00 am., Monday, July 18th 2022. at Iuka, cemetery, with John Hamn presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William (Bill) LeRoy Bennett  |1955-2022|

Retha June Bowman Christians, 91, born September 9, 1930, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022.&nbsp; 

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert Christians; sons, William Christians and James Christians.&nbsp; Retha is survived by her children Sarah (Mark) Stolz, John “Randy” (Joyce) Christians, Susan (Scott) Oatsdean; daughters-in-law Patti Christians and Nicolette Christians; grandchildren Courtney (Danny), Will (Sara), Susannah (Derrick), Jessica (Josh), Emily (Shawn), Kate, Erin (Dillon), Sarah (Caleb), Matthew, Ali, Christian, and 12 great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Service 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 22, 2022 at Sedgwick United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Memorials may be designated in her memory to Sedgwick United Methodist Church, 600 N. Commercial, Sedgwick, Ks 67135.

Retha June Bowman Christians, 91, born September 9, 1930, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert Christians; sons, William Christians and James Christians.&nbsp; Retha is survived by her children Sarah (Mark) Stolz, John “Randy” (Joyce) Christians, Susan (Scott) Oatsdean; daughters-in-law Patti Christians and Nicolette Christians; grandchildren Courtney (Danny), Will (Sara), Susannah (Derrick), Jessica (Josh), Emily (Shawn), Kate, Erin (Dillon), Sarah (Caleb), Matthew, Ali, Christian, and 12 great grandchildren.&nbsp;Service 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 22, 2022 at Sedgwick United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Memorials may be designated in her memory to Sedgwick United Methodist Church, 600 N. Commercial, Sedgwick, Ks 67135.

Retha June Bowman Christians  |1930-2022|

Ruby (Yowell) Larson, 82, passed away in San Diego, California on June 19, 2022. She was born on November 17, 1939 in McPherson, to Helen “Grace” (Kubin) and Roy Yowell, and married Lawrence Larson in McPherson on July 25, 1958. 

She is survived by her brother, Homer Yowell and his wife, Ruth, of McPherson; her children, Rhonda of San Diego, and Leslie and his wife, Jamie, of McPherson; four grandchildren, one great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews.

A short graveside ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m. on July 20, 2022 at the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ruby (Yowell) Larson, 82, passed away in San Diego, California on June 19, 2022. She was born on November 17, 1939 in McPherson, to Helen “Grace” (Kubin) and Roy Yowell, and married Lawrence Larson in McPherson on July 25, 1958. She is survived by her brother, Homer Yowell and his wife, Ruth, of McPherson; her children, Rhonda of San Diego, and Leslie and his wife, Jamie, of McPherson; four grandchildren, one great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews. A short graveside ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m. on July 20, 2022 at the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ruby (Yowell) Larson  |1939-2022|

Gregory Dean Winter, 55, died Monday, July 11, 2022 at Dodge City.  Born September 3, 1966 at Garden City he was the son of Marvin E. and Irene B. Hodges Winter. 

 On July 31, 1992 he married Karen Roseberry at Pratt.  Dean's wishes were to not have a public memorial service.  The family will have a private remembrance at a later date.

Gregory Dean Winter, 55, died Monday, July 11, 2022 at Dodge City. Born September 3, 1966 at Garden City he was the son of Marvin E. and Irene B. Hodges Winter. On July 31, 1992 he married Karen Roseberry at Pratt. Dean's wishes were to not have a public memorial service. The family will have a private remembrance at a later date.

Gregory Dean Winter  |1966-2022|

Larry L. Eskew, 69, died July 13, 2022 at his home in Kingman surrounded by family.

He was born July 7, 1953, in Hutchinson the son of Lee and Lois Ginn Eskew.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of the Penalosa and Kingman communities, he was the former Transportation Director for Kingman-Norwich USD 331.

Larry was a member of the Penalosa United Methodist Church.

On Dec. 1, 1972, he married Terri Scott at Sylvia.&nbsp; Other survivors include son Rob and his wife Sharon; daughter Tracey Weaver and her husband Andrew; mother Lois; and three grandchildren Les, Allie and Carter.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father; brother Leslie; and sister Trish Jarmer.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m, Tuesday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday at the funeral home with the family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Friends are encouraged to wear their favorite KU clothing to both the service and visitation.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Larry L. Eskew, 69, died July 13, 2022 at his home in Kingman surrounded by family.He was born July 7, 1953, in Hutchinson the son of Lee and Lois Ginn Eskew.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of the Penalosa and Kingman communities, he was the former Transportation Director for Kingman-Norwich USD 331.Larry was a member of the Penalosa United Methodist Church.On Dec. 1, 1972, he married Terri Scott at Sylvia.&nbsp; Other survivors include son Rob and his wife Sharon; daughter Tracey Weaver and her husband Andrew; mother Lois; and three grandchildren Les, Allie and Carter.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father; brother Leslie; and sister Trish Jarmer.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m, Tuesday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday at the funeral home with the family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Friends are encouraged to wear their favorite KU clothing to both the service and visitation.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Larry L. Eskew  |1953-2022|

Roger L. Seeger, 60, passed away on July 6, 2022 in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 3, 1962 to Jimmy and Rose ( Golf) Babson.&nbsp;

Cremation will take place.&nbsp; &nbsp; Arrangements for a celebration of life are pending at this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roger L. Seeger, 60, passed away on July 6, 2022 in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 3, 1962 to Jimmy and Rose ( Golf) Babson.&nbsp;Cremation will take place.&nbsp; &nbsp; Arrangements for a celebration of life are pending at this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roger L. Seeger  |1962-2022|

Dorothy M. Travis, 61, passed away July 14, 2022 in Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;She was born February 12, 1961, in Walnut Creek, CA, the daughter of Paul and Mary (Harr) Travis.&nbsp; There will be no services held at this time&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dorothy M. Travis, 61, passed away July 14, 2022 in Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;She was born February 12, 1961, in Walnut Creek, CA, the daughter of Paul and Mary (Harr) Travis.&nbsp; There will be no services held at this time&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dorothy M. Travis  |1961-2022|

Marc D. Elam, 66, died July 12, 2022, at his home. He was born August 26, 1955.

On May 1, 2002, Marc married Rebecca “Becky” Mears in Clayton, NM. She died January 20, 2016.

He enjoyed listening to Bob Seger and other classic rock, online gaming, and was quite a green thumb. Marc and his wife even built their own “hillbilly” garden with old wash bins and toilets. After his wife’s death, he continued to write letters to her daily and kept them in a notebook.

Marc is survived by: step-daughter, Sandi (Gary) Bishop; step-son, Shawn (Celena) Mears; several step-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren; and close personal friends, Belva and Roy Griffith.

Graveside service will be Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., with Todd Ray officiating at Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign his book 1 - 8 p.m. Sunday and 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday.

Marc D. Elam, 66, died July 12, 2022, at his home. He was born August 26, 1955.On May 1, 2002, Marc married Rebecca “Becky” Mears in Clayton, NM. She died January 20, 2016.He enjoyed listening to Bob Seger and other classic rock, online gaming, and was quite a green thumb. Marc and his wife even built their own “hillbilly” garden with old wash bins and toilets. After his wife’s death, he continued to write letters to her daily and kept them in a notebook.Marc is survived by: step-daughter, Sandi (Gary) Bishop; step-son, Shawn (Celena) Mears; several step-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren; and close personal friends, Belva and Roy Griffith.Graveside service will be Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., with Todd Ray officiating at Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign his book 1 - 8 p.m. Sunday and 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday.

Marc D. Elam  |1955-2022|

Beverly Ann Cash, 85, died July 12, 2022, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born November 26, 1936, in Ellsworth, to Edgar W. and Irene F. (Wamhoff) Schepmann.

Beverly graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1954, and received her associate degree in secretarial science from Hutchinson Community College. She was a homemaker.&nbsp; Beverly enjoyed working with her hands: crocheting, tatting, knitting, cooking and flower gardening.&nbsp; She shared her talent of crocheting by making blankets for the Delos V. Smith Senior Citizens Center and “Caps for Kids” for The Salvation Army.&nbsp; Beverly enjoyed spending her time painting in various modalities.&nbsp; Since 1946, Beverly was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson, and had served as the Sunday school teacher for the children of the church.

On August 18, 1957, she married Richard Caldwell Cash.&nbsp; They shared over 61 years of marriage before his death on October 17, 2018.&nbsp;

Beverly is survived by:&nbsp; son, Joel Cash of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Nick Cash of Wichita, Rachel Diepenbrock (AJ) of Phoenix, AZ, and Kyle Shelton of Wichita; great-grandson, Cash Diepenbrock of Phoenix, AZ; close friend, Raymond Davidson of Dallas, TX; two sisters; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Anne Shelton.

Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary, with the family present Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; A time of remembrance for Beverly’s life will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, 2022, at the funeral home.&nbsp; A memorial service at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will be announced at a later date.

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Update: Memorial Service will be held&nbsp;at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 E. 12th Avenue, Hutchinson.  Inurnment will follow at 1:30 p.m.  in St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Holyrood.  

Beverly Ann Cash, 85, died July 12, 2022, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born November 26, 1936, in Ellsworth, to Edgar W. and Irene F. (Wamhoff) Schepmann.Beverly graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1954, and received her associate degree in secretarial science from Hutchinson Community College. She was a homemaker.&nbsp; Beverly enjoyed working with her hands: crocheting, tatting, knitting, cooking and flower gardening.&nbsp; She shared her talent of crocheting by making blankets for the Delos V. Smith Senior Citizens Center and “Caps for Kids” for The Salvation Army.&nbsp; Beverly enjoyed spending her time painting in various modalities.&nbsp; Since 1946, Beverly was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson, and had served as the Sunday school teacher for the children of the church.On August 18, 1957, she married Richard Caldwell Cash.&nbsp; They shared over 61 years of marriage before his death on October 17, 2018.&nbsp;Beverly is survived by:&nbsp; son, Joel Cash of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Nick Cash of Wichita, Rachel Diepenbrock (AJ) of Phoenix, AZ, and Kyle Shelton of Wichita; great-grandson, Cash Diepenbrock of Phoenix, AZ; close friend, Raymond Davidson of Dallas, TX; two sisters; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Anne Shelton.Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary, with the family present Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; A time of remembrance for Beverly’s life will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, 2022, at the funeral home.&nbsp; A memorial service at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will be announced at a later date.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1657835701196014">Click here to view Beverly's "Time of Remembrance"</a>Update: Memorial Service will be held&nbsp;at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 E. 12th Avenue, Hutchinson. Inurnment will follow at 1:30 p.m. in St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Holyrood.

Beverly Ann Cash  |1936-2022|

Rosetta May (Lawrenz) Schlesener life began on a small farm northwest of Herington, on August 27, 1921. She was the daughter of Karl and Olga (Ohm) Lawrenz. 

Rosetta lived on the dairy farm with four brothers and one sister. Rosetta attended a one room rural grade school called Rocky Vale District 83, which was located a half mile east of the farm, which later, the school was moved to Lost Spring. At the Rocky Vale school, she graduated eighth grade, she did not attend high school. She stayed on the farm to help with the dairy, meals, chickens, and help with loading wood for the wood stove on the farm. 

On Sept 4, 1921, she was baptized at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. In 1928, her family changed over to the Zion Lutheran Church, in Latimer. During that time, she attended parochial school for two years, where she would than stay with her Aunt Martha and Uncle John and then return home on the weekends, she was then later confirmed on May 12, 1935, by Pastor O.C. Jagels, in Latimer. Rosetta’s memory verse for confirmation was, Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ 2 Peter 3: 18. Rosetta lived with that verse as she went through the rest of her journey. 

On June 18, 1942, Rosetta married Harvey Schlesener at the Zion Lutheran church parsonage in Latimer, Kansas. Later they moved to a farm northwest of Herington. Rosetta joined the Immanual Lutheran church (Shady Brook), her husband was already a member there. Rosetta was a homemaker in which she would help her husband with the daily house chores and farming. As years went by Rosetta and Harvey welcomed two beautiful baby boys, Lyle Dean and Jerry Alan. She remained on the farm raising the boys and helping her husband farm. In 1994 her husband had to go into the Herington care home. Rosetta stayed on the farm maintaining it until 1996, where she decided to move to Herington Heights Home where she could be closer to her husband. She would take daily walks to visit him until he passed away on March 7, 2003. She remained as a member of the church.  On October 15, 2014, Rosetta moved into the Legacy Nursing Home there she stayed until her death. Rosetta lived a beautiful long-lasting life. 

On July 13, 2022, she went to heaven peacefully with her sons by her side. She is preceded in death by her parents Karl (Olga) Schlesener, her sister Bernice Diekmann, and four brothers, Harry Lawrenz, Elmer Lawrenz, Charles Jr. Lawrenz, and LeRoy Dean Lawrenz, and her husband Harvey Schlesener. Surviving family members are her two sons Lyle (Ron Marteeny) Schlesener of Daytona Beach, Florida; Jerry (Caroline McIntosh) Schlesener of Herington; and many nieces and nephews.

 Family will have visitation on Sunday July 17, 2022 from 3-5 pm at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home in Herington. On Monday July 18, 2022 at 10 am, family will have a graveside service at Shady Brook Cemetery with Pastor Alan Stahlecker leading her service. F

Rosetta May (Lawrenz) Schlesener life began on a small farm northwest of Herington, on August 27, 1921. She was the daughter of Karl and Olga (Ohm) Lawrenz. Rosetta lived on the dairy farm with four brothers and one sister. Rosetta attended a one room rural grade school called Rocky Vale District 83, which was located a half mile east of the farm, which later, the school was moved to Lost Spring. At the Rocky Vale school, she graduated eighth grade, she did not attend high school. She stayed on the farm to help with the dairy, meals, chickens, and help with loading wood for the wood stove on the farm. On Sept 4, 1921, she was baptized at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. In 1928, her family changed over to the Zion Lutheran Church, in Latimer. During that time, she attended parochial school for two years, where she would than stay with her Aunt Martha and Uncle John and then return home on the weekends, she was then later confirmed on May 12, 1935, by Pastor O.C. Jagels, in Latimer. Rosetta’s memory verse for confirmation was, Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ 2 Peter 3: 18. Rosetta lived with that verse as she went through the rest of her journey. On June 18, 1942, Rosetta married Harvey Schlesener at the Zion Lutheran church parsonage in Latimer, Kansas. Later they moved to a farm northwest of Herington. Rosetta joined the Immanual Lutheran church (Shady Brook), her husband was already a member there. Rosetta was a homemaker in which she would help her husband with the daily house chores and farming. As years went by Rosetta and Harvey welcomed two beautiful baby boys, Lyle Dean and Jerry Alan. She remained on the farm raising the boys and helping her husband farm. In 1994 her husband had to go into the Herington care home. Rosetta stayed on the farm maintaining it until 1996, where she decided to move to Herington Heights Home where she could be closer to her husband. She would take daily walks to visit him until he passed away on March 7, 2003. She remained as a member of the church. On October 15, 2014, Rosetta moved into the Legacy Nursing Home there she stayed until her death. Rosetta lived a beautiful long-lasting life. On July 13, 2022, she went to heaven peacefully with her sons by her side. She is preceded in death by her parents Karl (Olga) Schlesener, her sister Bernice Diekmann, and four brothers, Harry Lawrenz, Elmer Lawrenz, Charles Jr. Lawrenz, and LeRoy Dean Lawrenz, and her husband Harvey Schlesener. Surviving family members are her two sons Lyle (Ron Marteeny) Schlesener of Daytona Beach, Florida; Jerry (Caroline McIntosh) Schlesener of Herington; and many nieces and nephews. Family will have visitation on Sunday July 17, 2022 from 3-5 pm at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home in Herington. On Monday July 18, 2022 at 10 am, family will have a graveside service at Shady Brook Cemetery with Pastor Alan Stahlecker leading her service. F

Rosetta May (Lawrenz) Schlesener  |1921-2022|

Louis James (Louie) Potter, 91, passed on July 12, 2022.&nbsp; He was born a twin (Lois) on August 3, 1930, in Elkhart, close to the family’s 160-acre homestead in Rolla. Due to the prolonged dust storms, farming was unsuccessful and the family moved to Hutchinson in 1934.&nbsp; 

Louie represented the twelfth generation of Potters to come to America and just as the generations that preceded him, he had strong ties to agriculture and took great pride in raising farm animals and growing crops.&nbsp; He served in the United States Army from 1952-1954 and was stationed in Germany. &nbsp;Louie always had a gift of quirky one-liners and adding humor to any conversation.&nbsp; He was employed at Betts Bakery in Hutchinson from 1947–1986, where he retired as the Superintendent of Distribution.&nbsp; Louie married Shirley Smith (Warkentin) in 1954 and had four children.&nbsp; He married Joyce Eakes in 1970 and had one child and a step-daughter. &nbsp;Louie was an avid fisherman, hunter and lifelong fan of the New York Yankees.&nbsp; He was happiest when camping on a river bank, smoking his pipe and sipping on a cup of coffee, all while in the company of family.&nbsp; In his retirement years, he loved family hunting and fishing trips and spending his free time playing pitch and dominoes.&nbsp;

Louie is survived by:&nbsp; his sons, Robert (Mary) Potter of Wichita; Daniel (Cinna) Potter of Locust Grove, OK; and Mike (Laura) Potter of Wichita; step-daughter, Patricia Albrecht (Matt Davis) of Darnestown, MD; 14 grandchildren, Bart, Caitlin, Maggie, Mark, Bryan, Emilee, Megan, Logan, Emily, and Brady Potter, and Candace Wilson, Josh Gillespie, Kaili Doeden, Dylan Mitchell; and 19 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Louie was preceded in death by: his parents, Clarence and Cleo Potter; all of his siblings, Harold, Floyd, Ruth, Herb, and twin sister, Lois; son, Louis James Potter, Jr; daughter, Peggy Hargus; grandson, Daniel James Potter; and great-granddaughter, Kilar Gillespie.

Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at the Polo Bar &amp; Grill, 25 East 30th, Hutchinson, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2022.

Louis James (Louie) Potter, 91, passed on July 12, 2022.&nbsp; He was born a twin (Lois) on August 3, 1930, in Elkhart, close to the family’s 160-acre homestead in Rolla. Due to the prolonged dust storms, farming was unsuccessful and the family moved to Hutchinson in 1934.&nbsp; Louie represented the twelfth generation of Potters to come to America and just as the generations that preceded him, he had strong ties to agriculture and took great pride in raising farm animals and growing crops.&nbsp; He served in the United States Army from 1952-1954 and was stationed in Germany. &nbsp;Louie always had a gift of quirky one-liners and adding humor to any conversation.&nbsp; He was employed at Betts Bakery in Hutchinson from 1947–1986, where he retired as the Superintendent of Distribution.&nbsp; Louie married Shirley Smith (Warkentin) in 1954 and had four children.&nbsp; He married Joyce Eakes in 1970 and had one child and a step-daughter. &nbsp;Louie was an avid fisherman, hunter and lifelong fan of the New York Yankees.&nbsp; He was happiest when camping on a river bank, smoking his pipe and sipping on a cup of coffee, all while in the company of family.&nbsp; In his retirement years, he loved family hunting and fishing trips and spending his free time playing pitch and dominoes.&nbsp;Louie is survived by:&nbsp; his sons, Robert (Mary) Potter of Wichita; Daniel (Cinna) Potter of Locust Grove, OK; and Mike (Laura) Potter of Wichita; step-daughter, Patricia Albrecht (Matt Davis) of Darnestown, MD; 14 grandchildren, Bart, Caitlin, Maggie, Mark, Bryan, Emilee, Megan, Logan, Emily, and Brady Potter, and Candace Wilson, Josh Gillespie, Kaili Doeden, Dylan Mitchell; and 19 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Louie was preceded in death by: his parents, Clarence and Cleo Potter; all of his siblings, Harold, Floyd, Ruth, Herb, and twin sister, Lois; son, Louis James Potter, Jr; daughter, Peggy Hargus; grandson, Daniel James Potter; and great-granddaughter, Kilar Gillespie.Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at the Polo Bar &amp; Grill, 25 East 30th, Hutchinson, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2022.

Louis 'Louie' James Potter  |1930-2022|

Arlene Winifred (Bunker) White, 86, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Hutchinson. Arlene was born Feb. 11, 1936, at Dorrance, to Thomas and Frances Bunker. She was raised on the family’s farm between Dorrance and Wilson. 

She attended school at Dorrance, and graduated as valedictorian of the Dorrance High School class of 1954. During her high school years, she met Albert Leon White, who had been recruited to play football for nearby Bunker Hill High School. They were married on May 27, 1954, and shared 38 years of marriage, until Leon passed away in 1992. They had three children, Sue Jean, Wayne and Sheryl. 

The young family lived in Liberal, Kan., Guymon, Okla., and Amarillo, Texas, as Leon established his career in the freight business, working for Navajo and then Transcon truck lines. Offered a job with Graves Truck Line, the family moved to McPherson, where they lived for many years. Arlene worked as the office manager at Graves and Navajo, gaining her experience in the freight business. Arlene and Leon purchased Alexander Truck Line, Lyons, which they operated for more than 10 years. 

Arlene later became the executive director of the Lyons Housing Authority, from where she retired. Arlene continued to live independently in Lyons, until her recent move to an assisted living facility in Hutchison. 

Arlene was the best mom in the world, and her children were the pride of her life. She always supported them in everything they did; and they could always count on her help in times of trouble. She always enjoyed when her family got together, especially at Christmas. Arlene was a devoted Christian who loved and trusted in God, and she was a member of Lyons United Methodist Church, at Lyons. She especially enjoyed her Bon Ami Sunday school class, and studying the Bible. She and Leon enjoyed fishing together, spending many days on Wilson Lake and Kanopolis Lake. She liked to talk about their trip to Lake Texoma, where they caught many stripers. Throughout the early years, she was a dedicated go-kart mom, attending practically every race that her husband competed in throughout the central U.S, although she didn’t particularly enjoy camping all weekend in the dirty, dusty, noisy pits of the go-kart races. 

Her hobbies included quilting, sewing, gardening, genealogy and mapping cemeteries. She had served on the boards of Rice County Historical Society and the Lyons Housing Authority, and was treasurer of her Sunday school class during the years she attended. 

Arlene was preceded in death by her husband, Leon; her parents; and a brother, Kenneth Bunker. Surviving are her children and their spouses, Sue Jean White and Robert Connor, Bellaire, Texas; Wayne White and Jan Williams, Scranton; and Sheryl and Darin Clifford, Hutchinson; brothers, Keith Bunker (Nancy), Las Vegas, Nev.;&nbsp;and Lynn Bunker, Houston, Texas; sister-in-law Claryce Bunker, Salina; and grandsons, Jimmy Clifford, Lenexa; and Andy Clifford, Hutchinson. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins and former sister-in-law, Pat Plumhoff, Coweta, Okla. 

Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M., Monday, July 18, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Lyons. Burial will be at 2:00 P.M., Monday July 18, 2022, at the Dorrance City Cemetery, Dorrance. Visitation will be from 4:00 until 6:00 P.M., Sunday, July 17, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with family present.&nbsp;

Arlene Winifred (Bunker) White, 86, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Hutchinson. Arlene was born Feb. 11, 1936, at Dorrance, to Thomas and Frances Bunker. She was raised on the family’s farm between Dorrance and Wilson. She attended school at Dorrance, and graduated as valedictorian of the Dorrance High School class of 1954. During her high school years, she met Albert Leon White, who had been recruited to play football for nearby Bunker Hill High School. They were married on May 27, 1954, and shared 38 years of marriage, until Leon passed away in 1992. They had three children, Sue Jean, Wayne and Sheryl. The young family lived in Liberal, Kan., Guymon, Okla., and Amarillo, Texas, as Leon established his career in the freight business, working for Navajo and then Transcon truck lines. Offered a job with Graves Truck Line, the family moved to McPherson, where they lived for many years. Arlene worked as the office manager at Graves and Navajo, gaining her experience in the freight business. Arlene and Leon purchased Alexander Truck Line, Lyons, which they operated for more than 10 years. Arlene later became the executive director of the Lyons Housing Authority, from where she retired. Arlene continued to live independently in Lyons, until her recent move to an assisted living facility in Hutchison. Arlene was the best mom in the world, and her children were the pride of her life. She always supported them in everything they did; and they could always count on her help in times of trouble. She always enjoyed when her family got together, especially at Christmas. Arlene was a devoted Christian who loved and trusted in God, and she was a member of Lyons United Methodist Church, at Lyons. She especially enjoyed her Bon Ami Sunday school class, and studying the Bible. She and Leon enjoyed fishing together, spending many days on Wilson Lake and Kanopolis Lake. She liked to talk about their trip to Lake Texoma, where they caught many stripers. Throughout the early years, she was a dedicated go-kart mom, attending practically every race that her husband competed in throughout the central U.S, although she didn’t particularly enjoy camping all weekend in the dirty, dusty, noisy pits of the go-kart races. Her hobbies included quilting, sewing, gardening, genealogy and mapping cemeteries. She had served on the boards of Rice County Historical Society and the Lyons Housing Authority, and was treasurer of her Sunday school class during the years she attended. Arlene was preceded in death by her husband, Leon; her parents; and a brother, Kenneth Bunker. Surviving are her children and their spouses, Sue Jean White and Robert Connor, Bellaire, Texas; Wayne White and Jan Williams, Scranton; and Sheryl and Darin Clifford, Hutchinson; brothers, Keith Bunker (Nancy), Las Vegas, Nev.;&nbsp;and Lynn Bunker, Houston, Texas; sister-in-law Claryce Bunker, Salina; and grandsons, Jimmy Clifford, Lenexa; and Andy Clifford, Hutchinson. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins and former sister-in-law, Pat Plumhoff, Coweta, Okla. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M., Monday, July 18, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Lyons. Burial will be at 2:00 P.M., Monday July 18, 2022, at the Dorrance City Cemetery, Dorrance. Visitation will be from 4:00 until 6:00 P.M., Sunday, July 17, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with family present.&nbsp;

Arlene Winifred (Bunker) White  |1936-2022|

Karla R. Dellinger, 66, died July 11, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born July 16, 1955, in Nevada, MO, the daughter of Wilmer and Sylvia Yoder Miller.&nbsp; 

She was a graduate of Haven High School and received her associates degree from Brown Mackey College, Salina.&nbsp; A residence of Panama City, FL from 1998 – 2018, she had worked as an accounts payable manager for Early Learning Coalition.&nbsp; She was a member of Living Word Church, Panama City, FL.&nbsp; She married Larry Dellinger on September 22, 1988. &nbsp;He passed away June 12, 1994.&nbsp;

Survivors include her mother, South Hutchinson; a daughter, Jessica (Jimmy Bullard) Dellinger, Panama City, FL; granddaughters Zoey Dellinger and Ava Bullard, Panama City, FL; a stepdaughter, Jennifer Dellinger, Nickerson; 3 step grandchildren, Ashlea Griffith, Alexis Twigg, and Stormy Thompson; 3 step great grandchildren; and siblings, Wanda Morgan, , Donita (Danny) King, and Rodney Miller, all of Hutchinson.

She was preceded in death by her father and her husband.

Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Memorial services will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Karla R. Dellinger, 66, died July 11, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born July 16, 1955, in Nevada, MO, the daughter of Wilmer and Sylvia Yoder Miller.&nbsp; She was a graduate of Haven High School and received her associates degree from Brown Mackey College, Salina.&nbsp; A residence of Panama City, FL from 1998 – 2018, she had worked as an accounts payable manager for Early Learning Coalition.&nbsp; She was a member of Living Word Church, Panama City, FL.&nbsp; She married Larry Dellinger on September 22, 1988. &nbsp;He passed away June 12, 1994.&nbsp;Survivors include her mother, South Hutchinson; a daughter, Jessica (Jimmy Bullard) Dellinger, Panama City, FL; granddaughters Zoey Dellinger and Ava Bullard, Panama City, FL; a stepdaughter, Jennifer Dellinger, Nickerson; 3 step grandchildren, Ashlea Griffith, Alexis Twigg, and Stormy Thompson; 3 step great grandchildren; and siblings, Wanda Morgan, , Donita (Danny) King, and Rodney Miller, all of Hutchinson.She was preceded in death by her father and her husband.Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Memorial services will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Karla R. Dellinger  |1955-2022|

Delilah D. Davis, 65, passed away at home July 2, 2022. She was born February 7, 1957 to Burns and Leona (Hamilton) Teague in Wichita. 

Delilah was an avid collector of angels, unicorns and cherished teddies, she loved being a grandma and taking her family to the pool. She was no stranger to making friends; everywhere she went she would welcome everyone with her love and kindness. Delilah loved to take care of her family and held them to high standards, she also enjoyed cooking and would make sure no one went hungry. She also helped to initiate the open door pregnancy care and form and charter New Hope Baptist Church. 

Delilah is survived by her father, Burns Teague; husband, Timothy Davis, of 34 years; son, Koleton Davis; daughters, Katrina Krase and Kameo Okikawa (Robert); brother, Greg Teague (Janet); brothers in law,  Kent  Allen Davis and Don Davis; sisters, (twin sister) Rhonda Sample (Robert), Annette Hubbs, Alice Schmidt, Kelly Millett (Chris); sister in law,  Jennifer Davis; grandsons, Braydon Krase, Logan Krase, Keaton Nafzinger and Kamden Davis; granddaughter, Natalie Nafzinger; mother in law, Judy K. Davis and unofficial mom and grandma to anyone else. She is preceded in death by her mother, Leona Teague; son, Kendrick Davis; grandmother, Ruby Aten ; father in law, Jerry Davis and mother in law Dorothy Davis. Delilah will be missed and in our hearts forever.&nbsp;

Visitation will be Friday, July 15 9am to 10am. Service will be Friday, July 15 at 10am at New Hope Baptist Church in Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Delilah D. Davis, 65, passed away at home July 2, 2022. She was born February 7, 1957 to Burns and Leona (Hamilton) Teague in Wichita. Delilah was an avid collector of angels, unicorns and cherished teddies, she loved being a grandma and taking her family to the pool. She was no stranger to making friends; everywhere she went she would welcome everyone with her love and kindness. Delilah loved to take care of her family and held them to high standards, she also enjoyed cooking and would make sure no one went hungry. She also helped to initiate the open door pregnancy care and form and charter New Hope Baptist Church. Delilah is survived by her father, Burns Teague; husband, Timothy Davis, of 34 years; son, Koleton Davis; daughters, Katrina Krase and Kameo Okikawa (Robert); brother, Greg Teague (Janet); brothers in law, Kent Allen Davis and Don Davis; sisters, (twin sister) Rhonda Sample (Robert), Annette Hubbs, Alice Schmidt, Kelly Millett (Chris); sister in law, Jennifer Davis; grandsons, Braydon Krase, Logan Krase, Keaton Nafzinger and Kamden Davis; granddaughter, Natalie Nafzinger; mother in law, Judy K. Davis and unofficial mom and grandma to anyone else. She is preceded in death by her mother, Leona Teague; son, Kendrick Davis; grandmother, Ruby Aten ; father in law, Jerry Davis and mother in law Dorothy Davis. Delilah will be missed and in our hearts forever.&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday, July 15 9am to 10am. Service will be Friday, July 15 at 10am at New Hope Baptist Church in Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Delilah D. Davis  |1957-2022|

Ruth’s life began on August 30, 1928, in Faribault, Minn. She was the daughter of Hugo and Margaret (Krause) Velzke. 

Ruth was educated at Concordia School and University in Seward, Neb. She was assigned to teach at St. John’s Lutheran school in Lincolnville, and later went to Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia for her bachelor's degree in education.

 Ruth married Vernon W. “Bum” Poppe on August 14, 1949, in Faribault, Minn. They raised their family in Lincolnville, for 45 years before she moved to Clay Center, following Bum’s passing. She was an elementary school teacher in Pilsen and Lost Springs, retiring in 1990 from the Centre Unified District. She was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lincolnville, serving as the church organist for over 50 years. Ruth enjoyed quilting and belonged to quilting guilds in Hillsboro and Clay Center. 

She is survived by her children Wayne (Connie) Poppe of Oklahoma City and Janelle Poppe of Olathe; daughter-in-law Carol Poppe of Overland Park and son-in-law Ron Koster of Clay Center; grandchildren Kevin (Jen) Poppe of Overland Park, David (Sarah) Poppe of Overland Park, Katherine (Will) Tarr of Overland Park, Andi Sullivan of Norman, Okla., Matthew (Jaena) Poppe of Edmond, Okla., Nathan Poppe of Oklahoma City, Jamie Koster of Clay Center, Brett (Andrea) Koster of Chapman and Megan (Cane) Griffiths of Wakefield; great-grandchildren Marin, Campbell, Owen, Abigail, Connor, Callie, Heath, Rhett, Bo, Farah, Ellie, Rylee, Raegan, Sawyer and Emmie; and her sister Jane Teschke of Roseville, Minn. 

Ruth passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Avdena Living in Clay Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Vernon(Bum), children Tom Poppe and Marsha Koster, granddaughter Erin Koster and grandson-in-law Barry Sullivan. 

Ruth’s family will gather with friends on Monday, July 18, 2022, at St. John’s Lutheran Church of Lincolnville from noon until 1 p.m. after which funeral services will be led by Pastor Alan Stahlecker. She will be laid to rest in Lincolnville Cemetery.&nbsp;

Ruth’s life began on August 30, 1928, in Faribault, Minn. She was the daughter of Hugo and Margaret (Krause) Velzke. Ruth was educated at Concordia School and University in Seward, Neb. She was assigned to teach at St. John’s Lutheran school in Lincolnville, and later went to Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia for her bachelor's degree in education. Ruth married Vernon W. “Bum” Poppe on August 14, 1949, in Faribault, Minn. They raised their family in Lincolnville, for 45 years before she moved to Clay Center, following Bum’s passing. She was an elementary school teacher in Pilsen and Lost Springs, retiring in 1990 from the Centre Unified District. She was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lincolnville, serving as the church organist for over 50 years. Ruth enjoyed quilting and belonged to quilting guilds in Hillsboro and Clay Center. She is survived by her children Wayne (Connie) Poppe of Oklahoma City and Janelle Poppe of Olathe; daughter-in-law Carol Poppe of Overland Park and son-in-law Ron Koster of Clay Center; grandchildren Kevin (Jen) Poppe of Overland Park, David (Sarah) Poppe of Overland Park, Katherine (Will) Tarr of Overland Park, Andi Sullivan of Norman, Okla., Matthew (Jaena) Poppe of Edmond, Okla., Nathan Poppe of Oklahoma City, Jamie Koster of Clay Center, Brett (Andrea) Koster of Chapman and Megan (Cane) Griffiths of Wakefield; great-grandchildren Marin, Campbell, Owen, Abigail, Connor, Callie, Heath, Rhett, Bo, Farah, Ellie, Rylee, Raegan, Sawyer and Emmie; and her sister Jane Teschke of Roseville, Minn. Ruth passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Avdena Living in Clay Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Vernon(Bum), children Tom Poppe and Marsha Koster, granddaughter Erin Koster and grandson-in-law Barry Sullivan. Ruth’s family will gather with friends on Monday, July 18, 2022, at St. John’s Lutheran Church of Lincolnville from noon until 1 p.m. after which funeral services will be led by Pastor Alan Stahlecker. She will be laid to rest in Lincolnville Cemetery.&nbsp;

Ruth Margaret Poppe  |1928-2022|

Patricia Colleen Atterberry O’Brien, 83, passed away
peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family on July 11, 2022. She was born
November 2, 1938 in Aurora, Colorado, to Emmett and Geraldine Brown Atterberry.


On August 24th, 1957 Pat married the love of her
life, John Dennis O’Brien.&nbsp; They spent 60
years celebrating their love for each other as well as their love for children.
Together they had six of their own. Michael (Jan) O’Brien, Sister Joseph Mary,
Tom (Beth) O’Brien, Rozie O’Brien, Peg (Richard) Norris, and Rory (Michele)
O’Brien; 13 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; 

After raising her family, Pat decided to pursue a degree in
education; she chose Special Education as her specialty.&nbsp; No one was ever more suited.&nbsp; She retired in 1997 after spending nearly 20
years in the classroom.&nbsp; After retirement
she spent her time traveling and sharing memories with her most precious gifts;
her family (most especially her babies).

Pat is survived by her children, sisters Melda Allen and
Charlene Lassiter, and her sister-in-law Patty O’Brien.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jack and
her loving husband John Dennis.

A rosary is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 15th
at The Church of the Holy Cross. Followed by a reception for family and friends
at the church.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at
10:15 on Saturday, July 16th at The Church of the Holy Cross.Internment will take place at 4:00 p.m. at
St. John the Baptist Cemetery south of Bazine.

Patricia Colleen Atterberry O’Brien, 83, passed away
peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family on July 11, 2022. She was born
November 2, 1938 in Aurora, Colorado, to Emmett and Geraldine Brown Atterberry.
On August 24th, 1957 Pat married the love of her
life, John Dennis O’Brien.&nbsp; They spent 60
years celebrating their love for each other as well as their love for children.
Together they had six of their own. Michael (Jan) O’Brien, Sister Joseph Mary,
Tom (Beth) O’Brien, Rozie O’Brien, Peg (Richard) Norris, and Rory (Michele)
O’Brien; 13 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; After raising her family, Pat decided to pursue a degree in
education; she chose Special Education as her specialty.&nbsp; No one was ever more suited.&nbsp; She retired in 1997 after spending nearly 20
years in the classroom.&nbsp; After retirement
she spent her time traveling and sharing memories with her most precious gifts;
her family (most especially her babies).Pat is survived by her children, sisters Melda Allen and
Charlene Lassiter, and her sister-in-law Patty O’Brien.She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jack and
her loving husband John Dennis.A rosary is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 15th
at The Church of the Holy Cross. Followed by a reception for family and friends
at the church.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at
10:15 on Saturday, July 16th at The Church of the Holy Cross.Internment will take place at 4:00 p.m. at
St. John the Baptist Cemetery south of Bazine.

Patricia Colleen Atterberry O’Brien  |1938-2022|

Sue Rea Adkins was born January 22, 1952 to Marion Richard and Una L. (Kehr) Allen in Pratt. She died on Thursday, July 7, 2022 in Wichita. Sue attended grade school in Preston, Kansas, and she graduated from Pratt High School in 1970. She attended the St. Francis School of Nursing in Wichita, graduating in 1973 as a registered nurse. She practiced for 26 years in Wichita, working in hospitals and later in private practice. She retired in 1996 because of health conditions. She was talented in working with needlepoint. She was also an animal lover and contributed to various animal charities, and she had a number of her own cats over the years. She enjoyed reading and had an extensive library. She was also an active member of Eastminister Presbyterian Church of Wichita, Kansas. She is survived by her brother, Earl Allen (and wife, Marcia) of Manhattan; and nephews, Bryan Allen (and wife, Cori) of Roeland Park, and Sean Allen of Glendive, Montana. Sue is preceded in death by her parents. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sue Rea Adkins was born January 22, 1952 to Marion Richard and Una L. (Kehr) Allen in Pratt. She died on Thursday, July 7, 2022 in Wichita. Sue attended grade school in Preston, Kansas, and she graduated from Pratt High School in 1970. She attended the St. Francis School of Nursing in Wichita, graduating in 1973 as a registered nurse. She practiced for 26 years in Wichita, working in hospitals and later in private practice. She retired in 1996 because of health conditions. She was talented in working with needlepoint. She was also an animal lover and contributed to various animal charities, and she had a number of her own cats over the years. She enjoyed reading and had an extensive library. She was also an active member of Eastminister Presbyterian Church of Wichita, Kansas. She is survived by her brother, Earl Allen (and wife, Marcia) of Manhattan; and nephews, Bryan Allen (and wife, Cori) of Roeland Park, and Sean Allen of Glendive, Montana. Sue is preceded in death by her parents. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sue Rea Adkins  |1952-2022|

Robert Dean “Bob” Koehn, son of Carl J. and Lena (Wedel) Koehn, was born July 2, 1932, in McPherson.&nbsp; He was one of eight &nbsp;children born to the Koehn family.

Bob graduated from Bethel College (North Newton, KS) and then went on to earn a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. &nbsp;

Prior to retirement, Bob was a Botany professor for 35 years at Texas State University in San Marcos, TX. Bob enjoyed teaching and helping his students succeed. He often went above and beyond in helping his students reach their goals. He was also a fraternity advisor for Delta Tau Delta. He kept in touch with many of his students after they graduated, even getting to know their spouses and extended families.

After retirement, Bob moved to Austin and lived there until his death.&nbsp; While living in Austin, Bob was involved with Ducks Unlimited and enjoyed collecting hand-carved duck decoys.

Bob was a member of the Austin Mennonite Church. He was active in the church and helped with coordinating volunteers to help serve meals at the downtown homeless shelter. Bob enjoyed creating decorations at the front of the church for worship services. He always brought a carving that spelled the word “PEACE.” He was very supportive of the peace witness of the Mennonite church.

Bob volunteered with Trinity Child Development Center at their annual Christmas fundraiser and often donated items from his collections for their fundraising efforts. One year, he donated a large Canadian Goose decoy. He said he didn’t like the way the goose kept looking at him over its shoulder!&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob even took swimming lessons and learned to swim so he could take part in a yearly fund-raising event that benefited Trinity Child Development Center.

Bob enjoyed visiting with his family in Kansas in person and by phone. His nieces and nephews stayed in touch with Bob and often came to visit him in Texas. He kept up with their lives and loved them very much. &nbsp;Being far from his Kansas relatives, Bob was not always able to gather with them on holidays. Later in life, he had a tradition of gathering with the family of Dr. Kyle and Dr. Sara Florio over the Christmas holidays.

As Bob got older, he appreciated the dedicated service of his live-in caregiver, a native Texan named Wade whom he'd met serendipitously back in 2015, and appreciated the attention, care, and companionship Wade provided Bob through many difficulties of health and life challenges, enabling Bob to stay in his home as long as possible.

Bob entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at South Austin Medical Center in Austin, TX.&nbsp; He had just reached the age of ninety.

Survivors include five nephews and seven nieces.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings, Valdo Koehn, Verna Dirks, Mabel Koehn, Lloyd Koehn, Nelson Koehn, Lila Koehn, and Paul Koehn.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at McPherson Cemetery. &nbsp;A memorial service will also be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday July 16, at the Austin Mennonite Church, 5801 Westminster Dr., Austin, TX 78723. &nbsp;

To view a live stream (Zoom) broadcast of the service, please click on the following link:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755191137"></a><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755191137">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755191137</a>

Robert Dean “Bob” Koehn, son of Carl J. and Lena (Wedel) Koehn, was born July 2, 1932, in McPherson.&nbsp; He was one of eight &nbsp;children born to the Koehn family.Bob graduated from Bethel College (North Newton, KS) and then went on to earn a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. &nbsp;Prior to retirement, Bob was a Botany professor for 35 years at Texas State University in San Marcos, TX. Bob enjoyed teaching and helping his students succeed. He often went above and beyond in helping his students reach their goals. He was also a fraternity advisor for Delta Tau Delta. He kept in touch with many of his students after they graduated, even getting to know their spouses and extended families.After retirement, Bob moved to Austin and lived there until his death.&nbsp; While living in Austin, Bob was involved with Ducks Unlimited and enjoyed collecting hand-carved duck decoys.Bob was a member of the Austin Mennonite Church. He was active in the church and helped with coordinating volunteers to help serve meals at the downtown homeless shelter. Bob enjoyed creating decorations at the front of the church for worship services. He always brought a carving that spelled the word “PEACE.” He was very supportive of the peace witness of the Mennonite church.Bob volunteered with Trinity Child Development Center at their annual Christmas fundraiser and often donated items from his collections for their fundraising efforts. One year, he donated a large Canadian Goose decoy. He said he didn’t like the way the goose kept looking at him over its shoulder!&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob even took swimming lessons and learned to swim so he could take part in a yearly fund-raising event that benefited Trinity Child Development Center.Bob enjoyed visiting with his family in Kansas in person and by phone. His nieces and nephews stayed in touch with Bob and often came to visit him in Texas. He kept up with their lives and loved them very much. &nbsp;Being far from his Kansas relatives, Bob was not always able to gather with them on holidays. Later in life, he had a tradition of gathering with the family of Dr. Kyle and Dr. Sara Florio over the Christmas holidays.As Bob got older, he appreciated the dedicated service of his live-in caregiver, a native Texan named Wade whom he'd met serendipitously back in 2015, and appreciated the attention, care, and companionship Wade provided Bob through many difficulties of health and life challenges, enabling Bob to stay in his home as long as possible.Bob entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at South Austin Medical Center in Austin, TX.&nbsp; He had just reached the age of ninety.Survivors include five nephews and seven nieces.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings, Valdo Koehn, Verna Dirks, Mabel Koehn, Lloyd Koehn, Nelson Koehn, Lila Koehn, and Paul Koehn.A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at McPherson Cemetery. &nbsp;A memorial service will also be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday July 16, at the Austin Mennonite Church, 5801 Westminster Dr., Austin, TX 78723. &nbsp;To view a live stream (Zoom) broadcast of the service, please click on the following link:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755191137"></a><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755191137">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83755191137</a>

Robert Dean “Bob” Koehn  |1932-2022|

Ruthe K. Willems, 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.

Ruthe was born Jan. 22, 1931, on the family farm in Dallas County, Iowa, the third daughter of Peter A. and Arbie Ruth (Wingert) Keller. Two sons later completed the Keller family.

Ruthe began first grade at the age of 4. Had she waited, she would have been the only student in her grade level at Fairview country school. Later, rheumatic fever kept her out of school for a year.

After graduating as salutatorian from Dallas Center High School in 1948, Ruthe went on to study at the American Institute of Business in Des Moines and to work at the Brenton State Bank in Dallas Center. She married Alvin E. Willems Dec. 20, 1952, at the Church of the Brethren in Dallas Center. The couple made their first home on the campus of McPherson College, where Alvin was teaching. The couple served as house parents first at Kline Hall and then later at Fahnestock Hall. In 1958, they moved their growing family to 1422 E. Euclid. They remained in “the big house” until 2006, when they downsized to The Cedars Village.

After working as a stay-at-home mom for many years, Ruthe returned to banking in 1976 when her former boss at the Brenton State Bank met Dick Nichols, president of McPherson’s Home State Bank, at a national convention. Ruthe’s name came up in conversation, and Dick Nichols went on to offer Ruthe a job at Home State. Ruthe retired from her position as general ledger administrator in the early 1990s.

Not only was Ruthe adept at numbers, but she was also very good at baking. Her pie crusts and Sunday morning cinnamon rolls were second to none.

Alvin and Ruthe, along with their four children, indulged their love of the Rocky Mountains every summer at the family cabin in Chaffee County, Colorado. Although not raised Mennonite, Ruthe enjoyed taking Mennonite heritage tours with Alvin and his cousin and wife, Vic and Josephine Willems. Together, they explored Germany, the Ukraine, and Paraguay.

Softspoken, kind and nurturing, Ruthe was the much beloved mother of Mark, Susan, Janette, and Brent. To the end, she closely followed the lives of her children, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. “What’s new with the kids?” was her most oft-repeated phrase.

A faithful member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren, Ruthe joined the church’s choir later in life and participated until glaucoma destroyed her ability to read music. Ruthe also was a member of Chapter EU of the P.E.O Sisterhood.

Ruthe is survived by her children, Susan (Gordon) Hornbaker of Elizabeth, CO; Janette (Bryan) Hess of McPherson; Brent (Arleen Paulino) Willems of Westlake Village, CA; and daughter-in-law Machelle Willems of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Laura (Jason) Smith of Kiowa, CO; Matthew (Jessica) Hess of Denver, CO; Marc (Kim) Hess of Overland Park; and Grant Hornbaker of Centennial, CO; and seven great-grandchildren: Adeline, Ainsley, Berkeley, Amelia, Dashiell, Bennett and Wesley.

Other survivors include her siblings, Dorothy Eby of Dallas Center, IA, Joe (Marion) Keller of Dallas Center, IA, and Andy (Jan) Keller of Ackworth, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, eldest son, Mark, sister, Mary Copeland, and multiple in-laws.

A visitation/informal celebration of life will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at McPherson Church of the Brethren. &nbsp;A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 14, at Zoar Cemetery, Inman with Reverends Chris &amp; Kathryn Whitacre officiating. &nbsp;

Ruthe K. Willems, 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.Ruthe was born Jan. 22, 1931, on the family farm in Dallas County, Iowa, the third daughter of Peter A. and Arbie Ruth (Wingert) Keller. Two sons later completed the Keller family.Ruthe began first grade at the age of 4. Had she waited, she would have been the only student in her grade level at Fairview country school. Later, rheumatic fever kept her out of school for a year.After graduating as salutatorian from Dallas Center High School in 1948, Ruthe went on to study at the American Institute of Business in Des Moines and to work at the Brenton State Bank in Dallas Center. She married Alvin E. Willems Dec. 20, 1952, at the Church of the Brethren in Dallas Center. The couple made their first home on the campus of McPherson College, where Alvin was teaching. The couple served as house parents first at Kline Hall and then later at Fahnestock Hall. In 1958, they moved their growing family to 1422 E. Euclid. They remained in “the big house” until 2006, when they downsized to The Cedars Village.After working as a stay-at-home mom for many years, Ruthe returned to banking in 1976 when her former boss at the Brenton State Bank met Dick Nichols, president of McPherson’s Home State Bank, at a national convention. Ruthe’s name came up in conversation, and Dick Nichols went on to offer Ruthe a job at Home State. Ruthe retired from her position as general ledger administrator in the early 1990s.Not only was Ruthe adept at numbers, but she was also very good at baking. Her pie crusts and Sunday morning cinnamon rolls were second to none.Alvin and Ruthe, along with their four children, indulged their love of the Rocky Mountains every summer at the family cabin in Chaffee County, Colorado. Although not raised Mennonite, Ruthe enjoyed taking Mennonite heritage tours with Alvin and his cousin and wife, Vic and Josephine Willems. Together, they explored Germany, the Ukraine, and Paraguay.Softspoken, kind and nurturing, Ruthe was the much beloved mother of Mark, Susan, Janette, and Brent. To the end, she closely followed the lives of her children, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. “What’s new with the kids?” was her most oft-repeated phrase.A faithful member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren, Ruthe joined the church’s choir later in life and participated until glaucoma destroyed her ability to read music. Ruthe also was a member of Chapter EU of the P.E.O Sisterhood.Ruthe is survived by her children, Susan (Gordon) Hornbaker of Elizabeth, CO; Janette (Bryan) Hess of McPherson; Brent (Arleen Paulino) Willems of Westlake Village, CA; and daughter-in-law Machelle Willems of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Laura (Jason) Smith of Kiowa, CO; Matthew (Jessica) Hess of Denver, CO; Marc (Kim) Hess of Overland Park; and Grant Hornbaker of Centennial, CO; and seven great-grandchildren: Adeline, Ainsley, Berkeley, Amelia, Dashiell, Bennett and Wesley.Other survivors include her siblings, Dorothy Eby of Dallas Center, IA, Joe (Marion) Keller of Dallas Center, IA, and Andy (Jan) Keller of Ackworth, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, eldest son, Mark, sister, Mary Copeland, and multiple in-laws.A visitation/informal celebration of life will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at McPherson Church of the Brethren. &nbsp;A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 14, at Zoar Cemetery, Inman with Reverends Chris &amp; Kathryn Whitacre officiating. &nbsp;

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