Bonita Joan Heinrichs, 85, of Goessel, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; Bonnie was born on June 21, 1937.&nbsp; She was the first child of Otto J. and Martha C. (Schmidt) Unruh.

She was born at the Newton Hospital and grew up on a farm near Goessel.&nbsp; Her parents lived on several rental farms around Goessel and eventually moved to her father’s family farm east of Goessel. &nbsp;Bonnie attended school at Green Valley District 32 in Marion County and graduated from Goessel High School in 1955.&nbsp; Her first job was as a floor girl at Bethesda Hospital in Goessel.&nbsp; She met Lowell Heinrichs while they were both attending Goessel High School. &nbsp;Lowell and Bonnie were married on June 1, 1956 at the Tabor Mennonite Church near Goessel, KS.&nbsp; &nbsp;During that time, Reverend H. B. Schmidt was advising young couples getting married to go into 1-W service.&nbsp; Lowell and Bonnie moved to Evanston, Illinois where they both worked as nurse aids. After two years of 1-W service, Lowell &amp; Bonnie moved home to Hillsboro, KS where Bonnie worked at home and Lowell took a job at The Hillsboro Body Shop.&nbsp; They lived in several different rental houses before buying their first home on South Ash Street in Hillsboro, KS.&nbsp; Two sons were born to them. &nbsp;Romney was born in the Evanston Hospital in Illinois and Kendall was born in the Bethesda Hospital in Goessel, KS.&nbsp; In 1970, Bonnie &amp; Lowell purchased and moved to the farm east of Goessel where the boys grew up and attended school.&nbsp;

In 1969, Bonnie started attending Tabor College in Hillsboro and graduated in 1972 with a degree in English &amp; German language.&nbsp; She attended Emporia State University for two summers and in the fall of 1973, accepted a job as librarian in the Remington/Whitewater School District.&nbsp; She was in charge of five small school libraries, a different school each day of the week.&nbsp; In 1974, she became the librarian at Goessel USD 411 as the secondary level librarian.&nbsp; For the next 24 years she was the librarian at Goessel High School. She again took classes at Emporia State University during the summers and in 1983 received a Master’s Degree in Special Education &amp; Learning Disabilities. &nbsp;During her time at GHS Bonnie was also the Junior class sponsor for many years which was an interesting and enjoyable time working with students outside of the classroom.&nbsp;

Bonnie grew up in the Tabor Mennonite Church, was baptized on June 6, 1954 by Reverend H.B. Schmidt, and was an active member until her death.&nbsp; She enjoyed teaching Sunday school, vacation bible school, and being a member of the Willing Helpers Sewing Society. She was also church librarian and archivist for many years.

Bonnie enjoyed reading, gardening, embroidery, and quilt making.&nbsp; She enjoyed raising flowers and plants in her greenhouse from which she also contributed plants &amp; flowers to the MCC sale in Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; Lowell &amp; Bonnie enjoyed trips to visit family and also camping and fishing trips with family and friends.&nbsp; Bonnie enjoyed playing and working with her grandchildren and enjoyed having family over for the holidays. Lowell &amp; Bonnie took an Alaskan Cruise with their children &amp; grandchildren for their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.

Bonnie &amp; Lowell enjoyed living on the farm until March 2020 when they moved to the Lakeside Apartments in Hesston, KS.&nbsp; There Bonnie continued to fill her time with plants, flowers, &amp; lots of reading.&nbsp; Bonnie lived at the Schowalter Villa Health Care Center at the time of her passing.

Bonnie is survived by her son, Romney (Donna) Heinrichs, grandchildren, Andrew &amp; Katrina of Hesston; son, Kendall (Jana) Heinrichs, grandchildren, Vanessa &amp; Logan of Wichita, KS; brother, Robert (Connie) Unruh of Newton; sister, Mae (Dean) Nelson of McPherson; and sister, Elaine (John) Ratzlaff of Buhler. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Lowell Heinrichs; parents, Otto &amp; Martha Unruh; and infant twin brothers.

Bonita Joan Heinrichs, 85, of Goessel, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; Bonnie was born on June 21, 1937.&nbsp; She was the first child of Otto J. and Martha C. (Schmidt) Unruh.She was born at the Newton Hospital and grew up on a farm near Goessel.&nbsp; Her parents lived on several rental farms around Goessel and eventually moved to her father’s family farm east of Goessel. &nbsp;Bonnie attended school at Green Valley District 32 in Marion County and graduated from Goessel High School in 1955.&nbsp; Her first job was as a floor girl at Bethesda Hospital in Goessel.&nbsp; She met Lowell Heinrichs while they were both attending Goessel High School. &nbsp;Lowell and Bonnie were married on June 1, 1956 at the Tabor Mennonite Church near Goessel, KS.&nbsp; &nbsp;During that time, Reverend H. B. Schmidt was advising young couples getting married to go into 1-W service.&nbsp; Lowell and Bonnie moved to Evanston, Illinois where they both worked as nurse aids. After two years of 1-W service, Lowell &amp; Bonnie moved home to Hillsboro, KS where Bonnie worked at home and Lowell took a job at The Hillsboro Body Shop.&nbsp; They lived in several different rental houses before buying their first home on South Ash Street in Hillsboro, KS.&nbsp; Two sons were born to them. &nbsp;Romney was born in the Evanston Hospital in Illinois and Kendall was born in the Bethesda Hospital in Goessel, KS.&nbsp; In 1970, Bonnie &amp; Lowell purchased and moved to the farm east of Goessel where the boys grew up and attended school.&nbsp;In 1969, Bonnie started attending Tabor College in Hillsboro and graduated in 1972 with a degree in English &amp; German language.&nbsp; She attended Emporia State University for two summers and in the fall of 1973, accepted a job as librarian in the Remington/Whitewater School District.&nbsp; She was in charge of five small school libraries, a different school each day of the week.&nbsp; In 1974, she became the librarian at Goessel USD 411 as the secondary level librarian.&nbsp; For the next 24 years she was the librarian at Goessel High School. She again took classes at Emporia State University during the summers and in 1983 received a Master’s Degree in Special Education &amp; Learning Disabilities. &nbsp;During her time at GHS Bonnie was also the Junior class sponsor for many years which was an interesting and enjoyable time working with students outside of the classroom.&nbsp;Bonnie grew up in the Tabor Mennonite Church, was baptized on June 6, 1954 by Reverend H.B. Schmidt, and was an active member until her death.&nbsp; She enjoyed teaching Sunday school, vacation bible school, and being a member of the Willing Helpers Sewing Society. She was also church librarian and archivist for many years.Bonnie enjoyed reading, gardening, embroidery, and quilt making.&nbsp; She enjoyed raising flowers and plants in her greenhouse from which she also contributed plants &amp; flowers to the MCC sale in Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; Lowell &amp; Bonnie enjoyed trips to visit family and also camping and fishing trips with family and friends.&nbsp; Bonnie enjoyed playing and working with her grandchildren and enjoyed having family over for the holidays. Lowell &amp; Bonnie took an Alaskan Cruise with their children &amp; grandchildren for their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.Bonnie &amp; Lowell enjoyed living on the farm until March 2020 when they moved to the Lakeside Apartments in Hesston, KS.&nbsp; There Bonnie continued to fill her time with plants, flowers, &amp; lots of reading.&nbsp; Bonnie lived at the Schowalter Villa Health Care Center at the time of her passing.Bonnie is survived by her son, Romney (Donna) Heinrichs, grandchildren, Andrew &amp; Katrina of Hesston; son, Kendall (Jana) Heinrichs, grandchildren, Vanessa &amp; Logan of Wichita, KS; brother, Robert (Connie) Unruh of Newton; sister, Mae (Dean) Nelson of McPherson; and sister, Elaine (John) Ratzlaff of Buhler. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Lowell Heinrichs; parents, Otto &amp; Martha Unruh; and infant twin brothers.

Bonita Joan Heinrichs  |1937-2022|  

Joan Kay Showalter, 72, died peacefully August 12, 2022, at her home in rural Haven, surrounded by her loving and devoted family.  She was born November 8, 1949, in Hutchinson, to Harold D. and Lillian Lucille (Davis) Conrad. 

Joan graduated from Haven High School in 1967, and received her associates degree from Hutchinson Community Junior College. She worked over 20 years as a bookkeeper for Yoder Elevator, and was also a homemaker.  Joan enjoyed reading, gardening, canning, and shopping.  Above all, Joan loved following her grandchildren as they took part in school activities. When it became too difficult to attend their events in person, Joan made sure she knew where her grandchildren were and what they were doing by way of technology; their cell phones.   It was important to Joan for everyone to know their Lord and Savior.  She attended Bible Study Fellowship for many years.   In addition, Joan was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Haven, for over 50 years, had been a member of LWML and taught Sunday school. 

On January 26, 1968, she married her high school sweetheart, C.B. Showalter, at First Christian Church, Hutchinson. 

Joan is survived by:  her husband of over 54 years, C.B. Showalter of Haven; children, Ann Knepp (Gerald) of Hutchinson and their children, Caleb Hopkins and Noah Hopkins, and Noah’s son, Greyson, Wade Showalter (Stephanie) of Haven, and their children, Kirsten Rucker (Johannon), Cody Showalter, and Sarah Showalter, and Sarah’s son, Ezra, Penny Showalter of Hutchinson and her children, Lillianna Glacet and Carlie Glacet; sister, Rebecca Loden (Don) of Joplin, MO; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Glenn Showalter (Ethelyn) of Hutchinson, Vicky Saxton (Kelly) of Dallas, TX, and Mike Nichols (Chris) of Wichita; son-in-law, André Glacet; eight nieces and nephews; and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 19, 2022, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 8513 E. Arlington Road, Haven, with Pastor Quentin Nuttmann officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, with the family present from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Reins of Hope, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Joan Kay Showalter, 72, died peacefully August 12, 2022, at her home in rural Haven, surrounded by her loving and devoted family. She was born November 8, 1949, in Hutchinson, to Harold D. and Lillian Lucille (Davis) Conrad. Joan graduated from Haven High School in 1967, and received her associates degree from Hutchinson Community Junior College. She worked over 20 years as a bookkeeper for Yoder Elevator, and was also a homemaker. Joan enjoyed reading, gardening, canning, and shopping. Above all, Joan loved following her grandchildren as they took part in school activities. When it became too difficult to attend their events in person, Joan made sure she knew where her grandchildren were and what they were doing by way of technology; their cell phones. It was important to Joan for everyone to know their Lord and Savior. She attended Bible Study Fellowship for many years. In addition, Joan was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Haven, for over 50 years, had been a member of LWML and taught Sunday school. On January 26, 1968, she married her high school sweetheart, C.B. Showalter, at First Christian Church, Hutchinson. Joan is survived by: her husband of over 54 years, C.B. Showalter of Haven; children, Ann Knepp (Gerald) of Hutchinson and their children, Caleb Hopkins and Noah Hopkins, and Noah’s son, Greyson, Wade Showalter (Stephanie) of Haven, and their children, Kirsten Rucker (Johannon), Cody Showalter, and Sarah Showalter, and Sarah’s son, Ezra, Penny Showalter of Hutchinson and her children, Lillianna Glacet and Carlie Glacet; sister, Rebecca Loden (Don) of Joplin, MO; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Glenn Showalter (Ethelyn) of Hutchinson, Vicky Saxton (Kelly) of Dallas, TX, and Mike Nichols (Chris) of Wichita; son-in-law, André Glacet; eight nieces and nephews; and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and extended family.She was preceded in death by her parents.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 19, 2022, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 8513 E. Arlington Road, Haven, with Pastor Quentin Nuttmann officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, with the family present from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Reins of Hope, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Joan Kay Showalter |1949-2022|

Lelia Mae “Lee” Pennick, 100, of Hutchinson, died Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Thorne Care Center. She was born November 26, 1921, in Argonia, to John Constantine and Eva Belle (Dine) Wilcox.

Lee spent her early school years in Argonia and moved to Mulvane when she was eight. She graduated from Mulvane High School in 1940, and Wesley Nursing School in Wichita in 1943, as a Registered Nurse (RN).

Lee married her high school sweetheart, Max G. Pennick, on August 15, 1943, at Mulvane Methodist Church. They lived in Idaho and in Washington, DC, during World War II. In 1946, Lee and Max moved to Winfield, and in 1960, they moved to Hutchinson. Max died November 3, 1995.

Lee was a nurse for a pediatrician in Wichita for a year. During World War II, she worked in Coeur d’Alene, ID, and Washington, DC. After the war, Lee was a nurse at Newton Memorial Hospital in Winfield and was a pediatric nurse supervisor at Grace Hospital in Hutchinson. She was a nurse supervisor in the emergency department at the Hutchinson Clinic. Lee retired in 1983, but continued to work part-time and later volunteered at the clinic.

She was a longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the Duos Sunday school class, and belonged to UMW. Lee was a member of PEO Chapter EK and numerous nursing organizations. She enjoyed playing women’s and couple’s bridge. Lee attended hundreds of city band concerts and symphonies, as Max was a percussionist in both. She enjoyed the Kansas State Fair, NJCAA Basketball Tournament, Kansas City Royals baseball, embroidery, and sewing. Most of all, Lee enjoyed her family and friends.

She is survived by: her daughter, Mary Rexroad of Tulsa, OK; her son, Richard Pennick (Debbie) of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Jason Rexroad (Jennifer), Jaime (Rexroad) Nutt, Joel Pennick (Ashley), Mark Pennick (Melissa), and Rachel (Pennick) Hoffman (Nick); and 13 great-grandchildren, Max, Ted, Eliza, Chloe, Madeline, Lucy, Jason, Blake, Logan, Finley, Wyatt, Maizey, and Oliver.

Lee was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings, Lucille, Burke, Bula, and Paul.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, Wesley Towers Foundation, or Serene Palliative Care and Hospice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1210 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

The family wishes to thank all the staff of Hester and Thorne Care Centers and Serene Palliative Care and Hospice for their compassionate care of Lee.

Lelia Mae “Lee” Pennick, 100, of Hutchinson, died Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Thorne Care Center. She was born November 26, 1921, in Argonia, to John Constantine and Eva Belle (Dine) Wilcox.Lee spent her early school years in Argonia and moved to Mulvane when she was eight. She graduated from Mulvane High School in 1940, and Wesley Nursing School in Wichita in 1943, as a Registered Nurse (RN).Lee married her high school sweetheart, Max G. Pennick, on August 15, 1943, at Mulvane Methodist Church. They lived in Idaho and in Washington, DC, during World War II. In 1946, Lee and Max moved to Winfield, and in 1960, they moved to Hutchinson. Max died November 3, 1995.Lee was a nurse for a pediatrician in Wichita for a year. During World War II, she worked in Coeur d’Alene, ID, and Washington, DC. After the war, Lee was a nurse at Newton Memorial Hospital in Winfield and was a pediatric nurse supervisor at Grace Hospital in Hutchinson. She was a nurse supervisor in the emergency department at the Hutchinson Clinic. Lee retired in 1983, but continued to work part-time and later volunteered at the clinic.She was a longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the Duos Sunday school class, and belonged to UMW. Lee was a member of PEO Chapter EK and numerous nursing organizations. She enjoyed playing women’s and couple’s bridge. Lee attended hundreds of city band concerts and symphonies, as Max was a percussionist in both. She enjoyed the Kansas State Fair, NJCAA Basketball Tournament, Kansas City Royals baseball, embroidery, and sewing. Most of all, Lee enjoyed her family and friends.She is survived by: her daughter, Mary Rexroad of Tulsa, OK; her son, Richard Pennick (Debbie) of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Jason Rexroad (Jennifer), Jaime (Rexroad) Nutt, Joel Pennick (Ashley), Mark Pennick (Melissa), and Rachel (Pennick) Hoffman (Nick); and 13 great-grandchildren, Max, Ted, Eliza, Chloe, Madeline, Lucy, Jason, Blake, Logan, Finley, Wyatt, Maizey, and Oliver.Lee was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings, Lucille, Burke, Bula, and Paul.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, Wesley Towers Foundation, or Serene Palliative Care and Hospice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1210 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.The family wishes to thank all the staff of Hester and Thorne Care Centers and Serene Palliative Care and Hospice for their compassionate care of Lee.

Lelia Mae “Lee” Pennick |1921-2022|


Galen R. Wiens, 87, passed away August 11, 2022, in Higginsville, MO.
 He was born January 8, 1935, in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Cornelius
and Lucille Penner Wiens.  He served 20 years in the United States
Navy.  He then served as a police office in Inman and was Chief of
Police in Galva.  He was a member of the Inman Mennonite Church.

On March 25,
1969, He married Dorothy F. Bonds in Oahu, HI.  She passed away on
March 27, 2018.

Survivors include
his children, Debra (Tony) Whitis, Oskaloosa, Iowa, Ronnie (Yonok)
Hutton, San Antonio, TX, Pam Johnson, Higginsville, MO, and Gary
Wiens, Gilbert, AZ; 9 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 2 great
great grandchildren; and many cousins. 


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

Cremation has
taken place. A celebration of life will take place 10:30 AM,
Saturday, August 20, 2022 at the Galva Senior Center. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Galva Senior Center or the Galen R.
Wiens Memorial Academic Scholarship, both in care of Inman Funeral
Home. To leave a message for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com/">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Galen R. Wiens, 87, passed away August 11, 2022, in Higginsville, MO.
 He was born January 8, 1935, in Hutchinson, KS, the son of Cornelius
and Lucille Penner Wiens. He served 20 years in the United States
Navy. He then served as a police office in Inman and was Chief of
Police in Galva. He was a member of the Inman Mennonite Church.On March 25,
1969, He married Dorothy F. Bonds in Oahu, HI. She passed away on
March 27, 2018.Survivors include
his children, Debra (Tony) Whitis, Oskaloosa, Iowa, Ronnie (Yonok)
Hutton, San Antonio, TX, Pam Johnson, Higginsville, MO, and Gary
Wiens, Gilbert, AZ; 9 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 2 great
great grandchildren; and many cousins. 
He was preceded
in death by his parents and a sister.Cremation has
taken place. A celebration of life will take place 10:30 AM,
Saturday, August 20, 2022 at the Galva Senior Center. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Galva Senior Center or the Galen R.
Wiens Memorial Academic Scholarship, both in care of Inman Funeral
Home. To leave a message for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com/">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Galen R. Wiens |1935-2022|

Barbara Jean Berger, 82, died August 16, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born August 29, 1939, in Hutchinson, to Ernest H. “Jack” and Ruth Louise (Pike) Barker.

Barbara was a homemaker, and always started her days off with one can of Pepsi for breakfast.  She enjoyed numerous hobbies and interests such as playing cards and crocheting.  For over 30 years, Barbara enjoyed lunch on Wednesdays with “the girls”, and was a lifetime bowler.   She and her late husband, Donald, made many memories with their family and friends at their place on Table Rock Lake, Shell Knob, MO. Devotions were an integral part of Barbara’s daily routine, and she spent hours each day reading her Bible.

On February 19, 1963, she married Donald Lee Berger, in Colorado Springs, CO.  He died May 27, 2011, after they shared 48 years of marriage.

Barbara is survived by:  children, Christopher Berger of Enid, OK, and Kimmie Orem of Hutchinson; sister, Betty Schemm (Frank) of Tulsa, OK; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by:  her parents; husband, Donald; daughter, Kathy Poole; son, Kent Wade Berger; brothers, Buddy and Billy Barker; and a sister, Beverly McGill.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating.  Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.  Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Click here to view the funeral for Barbara J. Berger

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House or Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS  67501.

Barbara Jean Berger, 82, died August 16, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born August 29, 1939, in Hutchinson, to Ernest H. “Jack” and Ruth Louise (Pike) Barker.Barbara was a homemaker, and always started her days off with one can of Pepsi for breakfast. She enjoyed numerous hobbies and interests such as playing cards and crocheting. For over 30 years, Barbara enjoyed lunch on Wednesdays with “the girls”, and was a lifetime bowler. She and her late husband, Donald, made many memories with their family and friends at their place on Table Rock Lake, Shell Knob, MO. Devotions were an integral part of Barbara’s daily routine, and she spent hours each day reading her Bible.On February 19, 1963, she married Donald Lee Berger, in Colorado Springs, CO. He died May 27, 2011, after they shared 48 years of marriage.Barbara is survived by: children, Christopher Berger of Enid, OK, and Kimmie Orem of Hutchinson; sister, Betty Schemm (Frank) of Tulsa, OK; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Donald; daughter, Kathy Poole; son, Kent Wade Berger; brothers, Buddy and Billy Barker; and a sister, Beverly McGill.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.Click here to view the funeral for Barbara J. BergerIn lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House or Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Barbara Jean Berger |1939-2022|

William Albert “Willie” Relph, 66, died August 15, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born January 9, 1956, in Oberlin, KS, to Lowell and Juanita (Tally) Relph.

Willie graduated from Salina South High School in 1974 and received his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Washburn University in 1978. He worked as a police officer in Garden City for 11 years and then worked in sales in both hardware and pre-fab homes. Willie was a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoyed motocross racing. He also loved hunting pheasants and fishing and was a diehard Royals fan.

In 1978, Willie married Sue Hobbs and they had two children together, Eric and Emily. On December 2, 2017, he married Sherry Lynn (Hullet) Schroeder, in Hutchinson. She survives.

Also surviving are: his children, Eric Relph (Chandra) of Spirit Lake, IA, and Emily Relph (Stephine Randall) of Coffeyville; grandchildren, Ethan Relph (Alejandra), Gracie Relph, Alli Relph, Kacely Relph; great-grandchildren, Genesis Relph, Eric Relph; mother, Juanita Relph of South Hutchinson; sister, Cheri Bergmeier (Brian) of Greeley, CO; brother, Thomas Relph (Betty) of Burleson, TX; and many extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lowell.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned.

Memorials may be made to Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

William Albert “Willie” Relph, 66, died August 15, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born January 9, 1956, in Oberlin, KS, to Lowell and Juanita (Tally) Relph.Willie graduated from Salina South High School in 1974 and received his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Washburn University in 1978. He worked as a police officer in Garden City for 11 years and then worked in sales in both hardware and pre-fab homes. Willie was a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoyed motocross racing. He also loved hunting pheasants and fishing and was a diehard Royals fan.In 1978, Willie married Sue Hobbs and they had two children together, Eric and Emily. On December 2, 2017, he married Sherry Lynn (Hullet) Schroeder, in Hutchinson. She survives.Also surviving are: his children, Eric Relph (Chandra) of Spirit Lake, IA, and Emily Relph (Stephine Randall) of Coffeyville; grandchildren, Ethan Relph (Alejandra), Gracie Relph, Alli Relph, Kacely Relph; great-grandchildren, Genesis Relph, Eric Relph; mother, Juanita Relph of South Hutchinson; sister, Cheri Bergmeier (Brian) of Greeley, CO; brother, Thomas Relph (Betty) of Burleson, TX; and many extended family members.He was preceded in death by his father, Lowell.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned.Memorials may be made to Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

William Albert “Willie” Relph |1956-2022|

Maxine’s parents were Zora Dunkelberger Thiel and Pete Thiel. She was born on a farm southwest of Cleveland, Kansas.

She is preceded in death by her parents, sister Mildred Layman, brother Wilfred Thiel, and her husband, Warren F. Kirkpatrick who passed away in 2007.

Maxine is survived by daughters Ramona “Raye” McAdam of Wichita and Anita Kirkpatrick, Kingman. She is also survived by her beloved little dog, Pearl.

A lifelong resident of Kingman, Maxine was a legal secretary, enjoying decades working for the Wunsch law firm and for Dave Gaumer.&nbsp; She grew up wanting to be a secretary and fondly recalled “playing secretary” even as a child. Her dreams were fulfilled many time over as she enjoyed a long and successful career as a respected and trusted professional. &nbsp;

In 1949, Maxine was married to Paul McAdam. Daughter Ramona was born to this marriage. In 1955, she married Warren Kirkpatrick and Anita was their daughter.

Maxine was an avid reader, enjoyed gardening, and loved dogs.

Maxine and Warren enjoyed many happy times together going to farm sales, driving in the country, vacationing, and just being together.

Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022 at the Livingston Funeral Home.

Maxine’s parents were Zora Dunkelberger Thiel and Pete Thiel. She was born on a farm southwest of Cleveland, Kansas.She is preceded in death by her parents, sister Mildred Layman, brother Wilfred Thiel, and her husband, Warren F. Kirkpatrick who passed away in 2007.Maxine is survived by daughters Ramona “Raye” McAdam of Wichita and Anita Kirkpatrick, Kingman. She is also survived by her beloved little dog, Pearl.A lifelong resident of Kingman, Maxine was a legal secretary, enjoying decades working for the Wunsch law firm and for Dave Gaumer.&nbsp; She grew up wanting to be a secretary and fondly recalled “playing secretary” even as a child. Her dreams were fulfilled many time over as she enjoyed a long and successful career as a respected and trusted professional. &nbsp;In 1949, Maxine was married to Paul McAdam. Daughter Ramona was born to this marriage. In 1955, she married Warren Kirkpatrick and Anita was their daughter.Maxine was an avid reader, enjoyed gardening, and loved dogs.Maxine and Warren enjoyed many happy times together going to farm sales, driving in the country, vacationing, and just being together.Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022 at the Livingston Funeral Home.

Maxine Marie Kirkpatrick  |1928-2022|  

Viola Faye Gossen, 98, passed away August 15, 2022 at Hillsboro Community Hospital in Hillsboro. She was born March 11, 1924 in Waldheim, Saskatchewan, Canada to Peter and Margaret (Dyck) Gossen.

Celebration of Life Service will be announced soon that will be held at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church.&nbsp;

Viola Faye Gossen, 98, passed away August 15, 2022 at Hillsboro Community Hospital in Hillsboro. She was born March 11, 1924 in Waldheim, Saskatchewan, Canada to Peter and Margaret (Dyck) Gossen. She was an Elementary School teacher. Celebration of Life Service will be announced soon that will be held at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church.&nbsp;

Viola Faye Gossen  |1924-2022|  

Doris Emilie (Flebeau) Schmidt, 93, of Hesston, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; She was born September 24, 1928 in Hartford, Connecticut, the daughter of Raymond and Josephine (Frey) Flebeau.

Doris graduated from Hartford High School with the class of 1946, and later graduated from Hartford Hospital School of Nursing in 1949.&nbsp;

She was a former member of Friedenstal Mennonite Church, rural Tampa, KS.&nbsp; Doris and Junia later joined Faith Mennonite Church in Newton, where they have been members since 2005.

Doris worked at Hesston Corporation as a nurse for 17 years.&nbsp; She later worked in retirement centers in Newton until late 1996.

She was united in marriage to Junia Schmidt on February 19, 1955 in Middletown, Connecticut.&nbsp; They shared 67 years of marriage.&nbsp; He survives.

Other survivors include her five daughters, Laurel (Karl) Louderbaugh of Yates Center, Carol (Monty) John of Winfield, Patricia (Randall) Stauffer of Hesston, Cynthia Payton of Lawrence, and Paula (Troy) Martin of Milford, NE; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and five nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Doris was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and son-in-law, David Payton.

Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2022 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston, with family present from 5 to 7 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 20, at Faith Mennonite Church, 2100 N Anderson Ave, Newton.&nbsp; Cremation will follow.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Doris Emilie (Flebeau) Schmidt, 93, of Hesston, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; She was born September 24, 1928 in Hartford, Connecticut, the daughter of Raymond and Josephine (Frey) Flebeau.Doris graduated from Hartford High School with the class of 1946, and later graduated from Hartford Hospital School of Nursing in 1949.&nbsp;She was a former member of Friedenstal Mennonite Church, rural Tampa, KS.&nbsp; Doris and Junia later joined Faith Mennonite Church in Newton, where they have been members since 2005.Doris worked at Hesston Corporation as a nurse for 17 years.&nbsp; She later worked in retirement centers in Newton until late 1996.She was united in marriage to Junia Schmidt on February 19, 1955 in Middletown, Connecticut.&nbsp; They shared 67 years of marriage.&nbsp; He survives.Other survivors include her five daughters, Laurel (Karl) Louderbaugh of Yates Center, Carol (Monty) John of Winfield, Patricia (Randall) Stauffer of Hesston, Cynthia Payton of Lawrence, and Paula (Troy) Martin of Milford, NE; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and five nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Doris was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and son-in-law, David Payton.Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2022 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston, with family present from 5 to 7 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 20, at Faith Mennonite Church, 2100 N Anderson Ave, Newton.&nbsp; Cremation will follow.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Doris Emilie (Flebeau) Schmidt  |1928-2022|  

Doris O’Neal, 82, passed away August 12, 2022, at her home.&nbsp; She was born June 22, 1940, in Dodge City, to Cecil David and Marceil Marie (Schoen) Howey.

Doris was a 1958 graduate of Hutchinson High School, and received an associate degree from Hutchinson Community College in 1961.&nbsp; She was a secretary at Colladay Hardware, Hutchinson, and also Manpower Temporary Service, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Doris was an active member of Crossroads Christian Church, especially providing volunteer help in the children’s programs and activities, and serving as a Sunday school teacher.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing, crafting, and gardening.&nbsp; Doris was involved in many activities, but her most important activity was being a homemaker.&nbsp; She loved her family and cherished her role of being a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.&nbsp;

On August 5, 1962, Doris married James ‘Jim’ A. O’Neal, at the South Hutchinson Christian Church, South Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared over 60 years of marriage.

She is survived by: her husband, Jim O’Neal of Hutchinson; children, David (Tammy) O’Neal of Milwaukee, WI, and Pamela (Daniel) Lindgren of Woodbridge, VA; and grandchildren, Mackenzie O’Neal, Connor O’Neal, Hunter O’Neal, Emily Lindgren, Erik Lindgren, and Elise Lindgren.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Raymond Howey.

Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, with Pastor Kevin Guffey officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.

Doris O’Neal, 82, passed away August 12, 2022, at her home.&nbsp; She was born June 22, 1940, in Dodge City, to Cecil David and Marceil Marie (Schoen) Howey.Doris was a 1958 graduate of Hutchinson High School, and received an associate degree from Hutchinson Community College in 1961.&nbsp; She was a secretary at Colladay Hardware, Hutchinson, and also Manpower Temporary Service, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Doris was an active member of Crossroads Christian Church, especially providing volunteer help in the children’s programs and activities, and serving as a Sunday school teacher.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing, crafting, and gardening.&nbsp; Doris was involved in many activities, but her most important activity was being a homemaker.&nbsp; She loved her family and cherished her role of being a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.&nbsp;On August 5, 1962, Doris married James ‘Jim’ A. O’Neal, at the South Hutchinson Christian Church, South Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared over 60 years of marriage.She is survived by: her husband, Jim O’Neal of Hutchinson; children, David (Tammy) O’Neal of Milwaukee, WI, and Pamela (Daniel) Lindgren of Woodbridge, VA; and grandchildren, Mackenzie O’Neal, Connor O’Neal, Hunter O’Neal, Emily Lindgren, Erik Lindgren, and Elise Lindgren.Doris was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Raymond Howey.Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, with Pastor Kevin Guffey officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.

Doris O’Neal  |1940-2022|

Ngoc Mai Thi Le “Mai Le”, 52, of
McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 14, 2022, surrounded by
family at Via Christi St. Francis RMC in Wichita.&nbsp; Mai Le worked in
food service at the McPherson Middle School.

Mai Le was born on July 26, 1970, in Vinh
Long, Vietnam, the daughter of Huong Le and Ba Nguyen.&nbsp; In 1999, Mai Le
was united in marriage to Hoc Tran in Fort Worth, TX.&nbsp; 

Survivors include: her loving husband, Hoc
Tran of the home; five children, Anh Tran (Braxton Wheeler) of Salina,
Christina Tran (Parker Simon) of Kansas City, MO, Tyler Tran of Lawrence,
Dao Tran-Reilly (Mat Reilly) of Austin, TX, and Sally Tran (Kevin Bruner) of
Manhattan; grandchildren, Gemma Keller of Salina, and Kloee Tran of
Austin, TX; parents, Huong Le and Ba Nguyen of New Orleans, LA; siblings, Kiet
Le of New Orleans, LA, Van Le of Vietnam, Thuy Le of San Jose, CA, and Kieu Le
of New Orleans, LA; and many extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by a brother,
Khanh Le.

The family will receive friends from 8:00
AM until 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral
Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, at the
funeral home with burial to follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Ngoc Mai Thi Le “Mai Le”, 52, of
McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 14, 2022, surrounded by
family at Via Christi St. Francis RMC in Wichita.&nbsp; Mai Le worked in
food service at the McPherson Middle School.Mai Le was born on July 26, 1970, in Vinh
Long, Vietnam, the daughter of Huong Le and Ba Nguyen.&nbsp; In 1999, Mai Le
was united in marriage to Hoc Tran in Fort Worth, TX.&nbsp; Survivors include: her loving husband, Hoc
Tran of the home; five children, Anh Tran (Braxton Wheeler) of Salina,
Christina Tran (Parker Simon) of Kansas City, MO, Tyler Tran of Lawrence,
Dao Tran-Reilly (Mat Reilly) of Austin, TX, and Sally Tran (Kevin Bruner) of
Manhattan; grandchildren, Gemma Keller of Salina, and Kloee Tran of
Austin, TX; parents, Huong Le and Ba Nguyen of New Orleans, LA; siblings, Kiet
Le of New Orleans, LA, Van Le of Vietnam, Thuy Le of San Jose, CA, and Kieu Le
of New Orleans, LA; and many extended family and friends.She was preceded in death by a brother,
Khanh Le.The family will receive friends from 8:00
AM until 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral
Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, at the
funeral home with burial to follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Ngoc Mai Thi Le “Mai Le”  |1970-2022|

Lee “Pete” Laaser was born in Kansas City, on April 18, 1957, to Norman and Thornton Laaser.

Pete is survived by his son, Tyler Laaser and wife Alison of Topeka; daughters Selena Klumpy of Emporia, Dakota Elvarez and husband Alex of Mankato, and Meghan Overton of Blue Springs, Missouri; brother, Brett Laaser and wife June of Texas; and sister, Dawn and husband Jim of Arizona. Once Pete married Jan Stucky Laaser he gained four more children, Emma, Ethan, Elicia, and Andrew Stucky, they also survive along with six grandsons, and four granddaughters.

Pete will be remembered for his love of cooking, smoking meats and great Thanksgiving dinners. He always wanted others to enjoy his cooking. He had a passion for training his dogs and watching Kansas City Chiefs football games. Pete always took great pride in his work and abilities when working with concrete.

Pete’s abilities to tell jokes and make others laugh will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of Life is pending for October.

Lee “Pete” Laaser was born in Kansas City, on April 18, 1957, to Norman and Thornton Laaser.Pete is survived by his son, Tyler Laaser and wife Alison of Topeka; daughters Selena Klumpy of Emporia, Dakota Elvarez and husband Alex of Mankato, and Meghan Overton of Blue Springs, Missouri; brother, Brett Laaser and wife June of Texas; and sister, Dawn and husband Jim of Arizona. Once Pete married Jan Stucky Laaser he gained four more children, Emma, Ethan, Elicia, and Andrew Stucky, they also survive along with six grandsons, and four granddaughters.Pete will be remembered for his love of cooking, smoking meats and great Thanksgiving dinners. He always wanted others to enjoy his cooking. He had a passion for training his dogs and watching Kansas City Chiefs football games. Pete always took great pride in his work and abilities when working with concrete.Pete’s abilities to tell jokes and make others laugh will be greatly missed.A Celebration of Life is pending for October.

Lee “Pete” Laaser  |1957-2022|

Lee Eldean Curtis, age 91, passed away Monday, Aug. 8, 2022 at the Kansas Soldier’s Home in Fort Dodge. He was born on Nov. 17, 1930 in Hutchinson, the son of Randall Lee and Augusta Julia (Dorrschuck) Curtis. 

Lee served in the U.S. Army 24th Division from 1954 to 1956. He graduated from Kansas State University with an Agriculture and Applied Science Degree. He earned a Master’s Degree in Secondary Education at Northwestern University. Lee had been a real estate agent, school teacher, and life-long farmer. He married Roberta M. Monroe and later married Mary R. “Mert” (Lancaster-Hays) on May 31, 1980 at the Antrim United Methodist Church in Stafford County. Lee was a member of the Antrim United Methodist Church, Kanza CO-OP, NRA, and the Rose Valley Township Board. 

Lee is survived by his wife; a daughter, Carol (Jerry) Long; step son Mark (Teresa) Hays; grandchildren, Brandon (Crystal) Hays, Christine (Jason) John, Dedra (Nathan) Hogan, Samantha Long, Ava (Kyle) Bunker, Ethan (Ariel) Long, Grant Gordon, Olivia Cade, Lacey Cade; step grandchildren, Elijah Basore, Cody Cade, Haley Cade, Ben Cade, and Josh Cade; 14 great grandchildren; 6 step great grandchildren and a sister-in-law Marilyn Curtis.  He was preceded in death by both parents; a daughter, Mary Jill Cade; a step daughter, Gayle Hays-Gordon-Basore; a brother, Philip L. Curtis. 

Memorial service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022 at the Antrim United Methodist Church, SW 60th St. and SW 20th Ave., with Pastor Benjamin Simba and Reverend Chelsea Shrack. Directions to the church are, 6 miles south of 281/50 roundabout and 2 miles west.     Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Rose Valley Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lee Eldean Curtis, age 91, passed away Monday, Aug. 8, 2022 at the Kansas Soldier’s Home in Fort Dodge. He was born on Nov. 17, 1930 in Hutchinson, the son of Randall Lee and Augusta Julia (Dorrschuck) Curtis. Lee served in the U.S. Army 24th Division from 1954 to 1956. He graduated from Kansas State University with an Agriculture and Applied Science Degree. He earned a Master’s Degree in Secondary Education at Northwestern University. Lee had been a real estate agent, school teacher, and life-long farmer. He married Roberta M. Monroe and later married Mary R. “Mert” (Lancaster-Hays) on May 31, 1980 at the Antrim United Methodist Church in Stafford County. Lee was a member of the Antrim United Methodist Church, Kanza CO-OP, NRA, and the Rose Valley Township Board. Lee is survived by his wife; a daughter, Carol (Jerry) Long; step son Mark (Teresa) Hays; grandchildren, Brandon (Crystal) Hays, Christine (Jason) John, Dedra (Nathan) Hogan, Samantha Long, Ava (Kyle) Bunker, Ethan (Ariel) Long, Grant Gordon, Olivia Cade, Lacey Cade; step grandchildren, Elijah Basore, Cody Cade, Haley Cade, Ben Cade, and Josh Cade; 14 great grandchildren; 6 step great grandchildren and a sister-in-law Marilyn Curtis. He was preceded in death by both parents; a daughter, Mary Jill Cade; a step daughter, Gayle Hays-Gordon-Basore; a brother, Philip L. Curtis. Memorial service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022 at the Antrim United Methodist Church, SW 60th St. and SW 20th Ave., with Pastor Benjamin Simba and Reverend Chelsea Shrack. Directions to the church are, 6 miles south of 281/50 roundabout and 2 miles west. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Rose Valley Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lee Eldean Curtis  |1930-2022|

Twila Dumond, 74, of Lyons, passed away August 10, 2022, at her son’s home in Augusta. She was born August 6, 1948, in Cedar Vale, the daughter of Leslie and Rosa (Watson) Wolfe. 

She has been a resident of Lyons since July of 1976, formerly of Ellsworth. She graduated from Sedan High School with the class of 1966. She then went on to study computer punch card programming in Kansas City and later attended Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Twila was united in marriage with John W. “Jay” Dumond on August 18, 1967, in Caney. He preceded her in death on September 13, 2018. 

Twila was actively involved in church and community life. She was a member of Lyons Assembly of God Church for 46 years. A small business owner, she owned and operated DuMond Printing for 20 years, retiring on March 1, 2022. Committed to sharing God’s Word, she served as regional president for Gideons Auxiliary International. She was a former Lyons City Council woman, member of the Lyons Chamber of Commerce, helped with prison ministry in Rice County, was an Advocate for Teen Challenge, and a volunteer for the Rice County Census. Hospitality was one of her many gifts, and her home was often full of people. 

Twila is survived by her three sons, Rodney Dumond and wife Liz of Niantic, CT., Rev. Travis Dumond and wife Melissa of Augusta, Rick Dumond of Lyons; daughter, Angela Bonnema and husband Rev. Jamie of Abilene; borrowed son, Ronnie Young and wife Kimberly of Golden, CO.; sisters, Goldie Mae Seibel of Arkansas City, Willa Bea and husband Virgil Shull of Chatauqua, Phoebe and husband Stan Irey of Menifee, CA., Louise and husband Pondu Shenoy of Mountain View, CA., Clara Ann Roebuck of Chatauqua, Treva Douglass of Lyons; six grandchildren, William, Colin, Samuel, Amelia and Lydia Dumond, Sterling Bonnema, and borrowed grandsons Wyatt and Tyler Young. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Larry, Ray and infant brother Dale Wolfe; sisters; Bonnie Munday and Bernyce Campbell. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday August 15, 2022, at Faith Bible Church, Lyons, KS, with Pastors Travis Dumond, Oscar Gomez, and Larry Schumacher. Visitation will be at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, on Sunday, August 14, 2022, from 3:00 – 6:00 PM with family present.&nbsp;

Twila Dumond, 74, of Lyons, passed away August 10, 2022, at her son’s home in Augusta. She was born August 6, 1948, in Cedar Vale, the daughter of Leslie and Rosa (Watson) Wolfe. She has been a resident of Lyons since July of 1976, formerly of Ellsworth. She graduated from Sedan High School with the class of 1966. She then went on to study computer punch card programming in Kansas City and later attended Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Twila was united in marriage with John W. “Jay” Dumond on August 18, 1967, in Caney. He preceded her in death on September 13, 2018. Twila was actively involved in church and community life. She was a member of Lyons Assembly of God Church for 46 years. A small business owner, she owned and operated DuMond Printing for 20 years, retiring on March 1, 2022. Committed to sharing God’s Word, she served as regional president for Gideons Auxiliary International. She was a former Lyons City Council woman, member of the Lyons Chamber of Commerce, helped with prison ministry in Rice County, was an Advocate for Teen Challenge, and a volunteer for the Rice County Census. Hospitality was one of her many gifts, and her home was often full of people. Twila is survived by her three sons, Rodney Dumond and wife Liz of Niantic, CT., Rev. Travis Dumond and wife Melissa of Augusta, Rick Dumond of Lyons; daughter, Angela Bonnema and husband Rev. Jamie of Abilene; borrowed son, Ronnie Young and wife Kimberly of Golden, CO.; sisters, Goldie Mae Seibel of Arkansas City, Willa Bea and husband Virgil Shull of Chatauqua, Phoebe and husband Stan Irey of Menifee, CA., Louise and husband Pondu Shenoy of Mountain View, CA., Clara Ann Roebuck of Chatauqua, Treva Douglass of Lyons; six grandchildren, William, Colin, Samuel, Amelia and Lydia Dumond, Sterling Bonnema, and borrowed grandsons Wyatt and Tyler Young. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Larry, Ray and infant brother Dale Wolfe; sisters; Bonnie Munday and Bernyce Campbell. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday August 15, 2022, at Faith Bible Church, Lyons, KS, with Pastors Travis Dumond, Oscar Gomez, and Larry Schumacher. Visitation will be at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, on Sunday, August 14, 2022, from 3:00 – 6:00 PM with family present.&nbsp;

Twila Dumond  |1948-2022|

Leonard John Henning, 94, was born on March 8th, 1928 in Willowdale. He is the son of Anthony “Antone” and Emma Mertens Henning; and brother to Julius, Anthony Jr., Robert, Eugene, Joan, and Florence.

Leonard grew up near Willowdale farming with his father and brothers. His mother, Emma, passed away when he was only 12 years old.

On August 13th, 1951, Leonard married Rosalyn “Rosie” Schwartz in Great Bend. Together they had 6 children – Geneva, Stanley, Randall, Sheila, Sharon, and Vernon “Bud”.

Leonard and Rosie raised their family near Willowdale and made their living raising cattle, chickens, pigs, and wheat. Tragedy struck during the harvest of 1974. While Leonard was working on the carburetor of a combine, it backfired, catching him on fire. He was blown off the machine and broke his ankle badly in the fall. He spent the next 2 years battling complications of the accident and nearly losing his leg.

When he was not working on the farm, Leonard’s favorite thing to do was fish. In the winter, he would take his boat and camper down to Corpus Christi, TX. There he spent his days catching Red Fish, Sheephead, Flounder, an occasional seagull, and usually the back of someone's head. He loved to cast right over your line if you were in a better spot than him. He also made good use of the dip net - not to help bring in a big one - but to knock your fish off the line if it was bigger than his.

Leonard’s personality was larger than life. His ornery sense of humor and contagious laugh put a smile on everyone’s face. His stories were always just a “little” exaggerated, and he would never hesitate to tell you exactly what he thought. Family meant everything to him. Beating family at a game of 5 point pitch meant even more. He was famous for bidding 4 on the deuce and confusing everyone, mostly his partners. Holidays spent gathered together playing pitch are a cherished memory for the generations Leonard and Rosie have left behind.

Leonard lived his life mostly close to home, taking occasional drives to Salt Plains or Cripple Creek or maybe just around the section to check out the wheat. He attended St. Peter's Catholic Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, both in Willowdale.

Leonard was preceeded in death by his parents; his grandson, Jed; his brothers, Julius, Anthony Jr., and Robert; his children, Randy, and Sheila; and his beloved wife of 67 years, Rosie.

Leonard was called to heaven on August 13th, 2022 at Wheatlands Health Care Center, Kingman.

He is survived by: his children, Geneva Henning (Gary), Stanley Henning (Becky), Sharon Nowak (Randy), Vernon “Bud” Henning; his sisters, Florence “DeeDee” Elsen, Joan Schwartz; his brother, Eugene “Gene” Henning; 15 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and 1 great, great grandson.

Parish rosary will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, Aug. 19, 2022 at St. Peter Catholic Church, Willowdale.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.

Leonard John Henning, 94, was born on March 8th, 1928 in Willowdale. He is the son of Anthony “Antone” and Emma Mertens Henning; and brother to Julius, Anthony Jr., Robert, Eugene, Joan, and Florence.Leonard grew up near Willowdale farming with his father and brothers. His mother, Emma, passed away when he was only 12 years old.On August 13th, 1951, Leonard married Rosalyn “Rosie” Schwartz in Great Bend. Together they had 6 children – Geneva, Stanley, Randall, Sheila, Sharon, and Vernon “Bud”.Leonard and Rosie raised their family near Willowdale and made their living raising cattle, chickens, pigs, and wheat. Tragedy struck during the harvest of 1974. While Leonard was working on the carburetor of a combine, it backfired, catching him on fire. He was blown off the machine and broke his ankle badly in the fall. He spent the next 2 years battling complications of the accident and nearly losing his leg.When he was not working on the farm, Leonard’s favorite thing to do was fish. In the winter, he would take his boat and camper down to Corpus Christi, TX. There he spent his days catching Red Fish, Sheephead, Flounder, an occasional seagull, and usually the back of someone's head. He loved to cast right over your line if you were in a better spot than him. He also made good use of the dip net - not to help bring in a big one - but to knock your fish off the line if it was bigger than his.Leonard’s personality was larger than life. His ornery sense of humor and contagious laugh put a smile on everyone’s face. His stories were always just a “little” exaggerated, and he would never hesitate to tell you exactly what he thought. Family meant everything to him. Beating family at a game of 5 point pitch meant even more. He was famous for bidding 4 on the deuce and confusing everyone, mostly his partners. Holidays spent gathered together playing pitch are a cherished memory for the generations Leonard and Rosie have left behind.Leonard lived his life mostly close to home, taking occasional drives to Salt Plains or Cripple Creek or maybe just around the section to check out the wheat. He attended St. Peter's Catholic Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, both in Willowdale.Leonard was preceeded in death by his parents; his grandson, Jed; his brothers, Julius, Anthony Jr., and Robert; his children, Randy, and Sheila; and his beloved wife of 67 years, Rosie.Leonard was called to heaven on August 13th, 2022 at Wheatlands Health Care Center, Kingman.He is survived by: his children, Geneva Henning (Gary), Stanley Henning (Becky), Sharon Nowak (Randy), Vernon “Bud” Henning; his sisters, Florence “DeeDee” Elsen, Joan Schwartz; his brother, Eugene “Gene” Henning; 15 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and 1 great, great grandson.Parish rosary will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, Aug. 19, 2022 at St. Peter Catholic Church, Willowdale.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.

Leonard John Henning  |1928-2022|

Steven “Jejak” Lee Michael Martin, 72, passed away August 13, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born September 26, 1949, in Rossville, to Paul “Mook” and Nellie Irene (Gibson) Martin.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Steve was a 1968 graduate of McPherson High School. He graduated from Brown Mackie College, Salina, with an associate's degree in business.&nbsp; Steve was a former employee of Farmland Industries, Willbros Pipeline Construction, and retired from Calm Creek Carriers as a truck driver. He was also co-owner of MSI Wireless.&nbsp;

Steve was a family man and loved spending time with his family. He was a proud member of the Potawatomi Nation.&nbsp;

In 1968, Steve married Judy Frickey and they later divorced. He then married, Deanne Smith Bowersox on June 27, 2008, in Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Steve is survived by: his wife, Deanne of Hutchinson; children, Melissa Jill (Brian) Gibson of Owasso, OK, and Paul Jason “Jake” (Kelsey) Martin of Hutchinson; stepchildren, Shaelee (Chad) Mendenhall of Hutchinson, and Jaron Bowersox of Kansas City; siblings, Mary Hudson and Pauline Bickford, both of Rossville, Henry (Carol) Martin of Hesston, and C.D. (Diane) Martin of McPherson; grandchildren, Madison (Matt) Liley, McKinley (Jacob) Rincon, Brennan Gibson, Brighton Gibson, Jadyn&nbsp;(fiancé Dominick Andersen) Martin, Jordyn Martin, Jennalea Martin, Kai Mendenhall, Zayden Mendenall, and Oliviana Mendenhall; and great-grandson, Hudson Liley.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by: his parents; siblings, baby boy Martin, baby girl Martin, Tim Martin, Paul “Jr.” Martin, and Wally Martin.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Elliott Chapel with the Reverend Kent Little officiating. Inurnment will follow in Rossville Cemetery in Rossville. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, August 15, 2022 at Elliott Mortuary.

Steven “Jejak” Lee Michael Martin, 72, passed away August 13, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born September 26, 1949, in Rossville, to Paul “Mook” and Nellie Irene (Gibson) Martin.&nbsp;&nbsp;Steve was a 1968 graduate of McPherson High School. He graduated from Brown Mackie College, Salina, with an associate's degree in business.&nbsp; Steve was a former employee of Farmland Industries, Willbros Pipeline Construction, and retired from Calm Creek Carriers as a truck driver. He was also co-owner of MSI Wireless.&nbsp;Steve was a family man and loved spending time with his family. He was a proud member of the Potawatomi Nation.&nbsp;In 1968, Steve married Judy Frickey and they later divorced. He then married, Deanne Smith Bowersox on June 27, 2008, in Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;Steve is survived by: his wife, Deanne of Hutchinson; children, Melissa Jill (Brian) Gibson of Owasso, OK, and Paul Jason “Jake” (Kelsey) Martin of Hutchinson; stepchildren, Shaelee (Chad) Mendenhall of Hutchinson, and Jaron Bowersox of Kansas City; siblings, Mary Hudson and Pauline Bickford, both of Rossville, Henry (Carol) Martin of Hesston, and C.D. (Diane) Martin of McPherson; grandchildren, Madison (Matt) Liley, McKinley (Jacob) Rincon, Brennan Gibson, Brighton Gibson, Jadyn&nbsp;(fiancé Dominick Andersen) Martin, Jordyn Martin, Jennalea Martin, Kai Mendenhall, Zayden Mendenall, and Oliviana Mendenhall; and great-grandson, Hudson Liley.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by: his parents; siblings, baby boy Martin, baby girl Martin, Tim Martin, Paul “Jr.” Martin, and Wally Martin.&nbsp;&nbsp;Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Elliott Chapel with the Reverend Kent Little officiating. Inurnment will follow in Rossville Cemetery in Rossville. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, August 15, 2022 at Elliott Mortuary.

Steven “Jejak” Lee Michael Martin  |1949-2022|

Ronald ‘Ron’ Reid Warford, passed away August 12, 2022, at McPherson Health and Rehab, McPherson.&nbsp; He was born December 10, 1937, in Tahlequah, OK, to Lauren Reid and Jessie (Hicks) Warford.

Ron served in the United States Army.&nbsp; He was employed as a tool grinder at Eaton Corporation, formerly Cessna Power Fluid Division, retiring with over 28 years of service.

On November 5, 1965, Ron married Edweena Eileen Keller, in Pratt.&nbsp; Ron and Edweena were married by her uncle at her sister’s home.&nbsp; They shared over 56 years of marriage.

He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Edweena Warford of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Brianna (Jason) Kraus of Newton, Josh (Lindsey) Homewood of Halstead, Miranda Homewood of Halstead, and Amanda Hahn of Halstead; great-grandchilden, Dalton Kraus, Kaden Kraus, Waylon Homewood, Wyatt Hahn, Kingston Heck, Landrey Homewood, Maverick Heck, Adelynn Hahn, Allister Brock, and Kindrick Homewood; brother, Danny (Cathy) Warford of Topeka; and close friends, Loring and Maricel Meyers and their children Ashlee, Aiden, and Anaia.

Ron was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; son, Brian Warford; daughter-in-law, Kathy Warford; and sisters, Myrna Tee, Ora Kay Kile, and Pamela Roach.

No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; Burial will be scheduled at a future date in the Sunnyside Cemetery, Sun City.

Ronald ‘Ron’ Reid Warford, passed away August 12, 2022, at McPherson Health and Rehab, McPherson.&nbsp; He was born December 10, 1937, in Tahlequah, OK, to Lauren Reid and Jessie (Hicks) Warford.Ron served in the United States Army.&nbsp; He was employed as a tool grinder at Eaton Corporation, formerly Cessna Power Fluid Division, retiring with over 28 years of service.On November 5, 1965, Ron married Edweena Eileen Keller, in Pratt.&nbsp; Ron and Edweena were married by her uncle at her sister’s home.&nbsp; They shared over 56 years of marriage.He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Edweena Warford of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Brianna (Jason) Kraus of Newton, Josh (Lindsey) Homewood of Halstead, Miranda Homewood of Halstead, and Amanda Hahn of Halstead; great-grandchilden, Dalton Kraus, Kaden Kraus, Waylon Homewood, Wyatt Hahn, Kingston Heck, Landrey Homewood, Maverick Heck, Adelynn Hahn, Allister Brock, and Kindrick Homewood; brother, Danny (Cathy) Warford of Topeka; and close friends, Loring and Maricel Meyers and their children Ashlee, Aiden, and Anaia.Ron was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; son, Brian Warford; daughter-in-law, Kathy Warford; and sisters, Myrna Tee, Ora Kay Kile, and Pamela Roach.No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; Burial will be scheduled at a future date in the Sunnyside Cemetery, Sun City.

Ronald ‘Ron’ Reid Warford  |1937-2022|

Samuel F. Bowman, 63, passed away August 11, 2022 at his residence. He was born October 8, 1958 in Council Grove to Donald and Rosie (Mayes) Bowman. 

He married Dena Tajchman February 26, 1982 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Lincolnville. 

Survivors include: wife, Dena Bowman of Rural Lincolnville; sons, Aaron (Kasie) Bowman of Salina, Brooks (Becky) Beeton of Lincolnville; daughters, Amber Bowman of Salina, Ashlee (Jon) Herbel of Salina; brothers, Joe Bowman, Rick Bowman; sisters, Donita Cameron, Connie Osgood; step-sisters, Gloria Pontious, Alice Pontious; 8 grandchildren. 

A public Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

Samuel F. Bowman, 63, passed away August 11, 2022 at his residence. He was born October 8, 1958 in Council Grove to Donald and Rosie (Mayes) Bowman. He married Dena Tajchman February 26, 1982 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Lincolnville. Survivors include: wife, Dena Bowman of Rural Lincolnville; sons, Aaron (Kasie) Bowman of Salina, Brooks (Becky) Beeton of Lincolnville; daughters, Amber Bowman of Salina, Ashlee (Jon) Herbel of Salina; brothers, Joe Bowman, Rick Bowman; sisters, Donita Cameron, Connie Osgood; step-sisters, Gloria Pontious, Alice Pontious; 8 grandchildren. A public Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

Samuel F. Bowman  |1958-2022|

Donna Mae Richards, 91, of Hesston, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.&nbsp; She was born August 28, 1930 in McPherson County, the daughter of Fred and Marian (Tolle) Jacobson.

Donna graduated from Roxbury High School with the class of 1948.

She attended the Roxbury United Parish in Roxbury, Kansas, where she also played the organ.

Donna had an enduring love for music and provided piano and organ music for hundreds of weddings, funerals, and events.&nbsp; She also acted as a poll worker in local elections.

Donna was united in marriage to Herbert Overton. From this union their son Anthony was born. She later married Lee Richards on December 4, 1982 in Hesston.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 10, 2014.

She worked as an administrative assistant and office manager at Hesston Corp for many years.

She is survived by her son, Tony (Yvonne) Overton of Buhler; four step daughters, Pam Long, Lori Swanson, Diane Webber and Nancy Dwyer; three grandchildren Michael Overton, Andy (Candice) Overton and Sarah (David) Jones; and one great-grandson, Otto Overton.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Jay Verona.

Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Inurnment will take place at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 27, 2022 at Valley View Cemetery, Roxbury.&nbsp; Memorial services will follow at Roxbury United Parish.&nbsp;

Donna Mae Richards, 91, of Hesston, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.&nbsp; She was born August 28, 1930 in McPherson County, the daughter of Fred and Marian (Tolle) Jacobson.Donna graduated from Roxbury High School with the class of 1948.She attended the Roxbury United Parish in Roxbury, Kansas, where she also played the organ.Donna had an enduring love for music and provided piano and organ music for hundreds of weddings, funerals, and events.&nbsp; She also acted as a poll worker in local elections.Donna was united in marriage to Herbert Overton. From this union their son Anthony was born. She later married Lee Richards on December 4, 1982 in Hesston.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 10, 2014.She worked as an administrative assistant and office manager at Hesston Corp for many years.She is survived by her son, Tony (Yvonne) Overton of Buhler; four step daughters, Pam Long, Lori Swanson, Diane Webber and Nancy Dwyer; three grandchildren Michael Overton, Andy (Candice) Overton and Sarah (David) Jones; and one great-grandson, Otto Overton.Donna was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Jay Verona.Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Inurnment will take place at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 27, 2022 at Valley View Cemetery, Roxbury.&nbsp; Memorial services will follow at Roxbury United Parish.&nbsp;

Donna Mae Richards  |1930-2022|

Celia F. Unruh, 99, of Strasburg, Colorado, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022 at University of Colorado Hospital in Denver.&nbsp; She was born March 17, 1923 in Marysville, the daughter of Theodore Franklin and Violet May (Long) Butler.

She was a member of Gospel Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in Moundridge.&nbsp; Celia was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and was the eldest member of the Longs Peak Chapter in Longmont, Colorado.

Celia was united in marriage to Cecil Unruh on February 8, 1947 in Salina.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on February 20, 1996.

Celia was a devoted homemaker, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother.

She is survived by her son, Cy (Terry) Unruh of Strasburg, CO; grandson, Ryan Unruh; great-grandchildren, Kassie Hogeland and Gaige Unruh; great-great-granddaughter, Alaina Hogeland; and many nieces and nephews.

Celia was preceded in death by her parents, Ted and Violet Butler; husband, Cecil Unruh; three sisters, Helen, Rosemarie, and her twin sister, Delia; three brothers-in-law; and two sisters-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2022 at Gospel Mennonite Church, with family greeting friends one hour prior.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Lone Tree Church Cemetery, rural Galva.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Celia F. Unruh, 99, of Strasburg, Colorado, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022 at University of Colorado Hospital in Denver.&nbsp; She was born March 17, 1923 in Marysville, the daughter of Theodore Franklin and Violet May (Long) Butler.She was a member of Gospel Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in Moundridge.&nbsp; Celia was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and was the eldest member of the Longs Peak Chapter in Longmont, Colorado.Celia was united in marriage to Cecil Unruh on February 8, 1947 in Salina.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on February 20, 1996.Celia was a devoted homemaker, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother.She is survived by her son, Cy (Terry) Unruh of Strasburg, CO; grandson, Ryan Unruh; great-grandchildren, Kassie Hogeland and Gaige Unruh; great-great-granddaughter, Alaina Hogeland; and many nieces and nephews.Celia was preceded in death by her parents, Ted and Violet Butler; husband, Cecil Unruh; three sisters, Helen, Rosemarie, and her twin sister, Delia; three brothers-in-law; and two sisters-in-law.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2022 at Gospel Mennonite Church, with family greeting friends one hour prior.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Lone Tree Church Cemetery, rural Galva.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Celia F. Unruh  |1923-2022|  

Harold D. Kaufman, 95, of Moundridge, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Pine Village.&nbsp; He was born January 13, 1927 in McPherson County, Kansas, the son of David and Helen (Graber) Kaufman.

He attended school at Pleasant Ridge, Berlin and Liberty Elementary Schools.&nbsp; Harold graduated from Moundridge High School with the class of 1945, and later attended Hutchinson Junior College.&nbsp;

In 1953, Harold served in the 1W service as a psych aide for two years at Topeka State Hospital in Topeka.

Harold was united in marriage to Helen Stucky on August 17, 1950 in Moundridge.&nbsp; Born to this union was their son, Tony D. Kaufman on May 1, 1953.&nbsp; Helen preceded Harold in death on December 7, 2012, after 62 years of marriage.

He farmed while working at Hesston Corporation and CASE in McPherson and Hutchinson.&nbsp; Harold worked at CASE for exactly 20 years, from November 15, 1968 to November 15, 1988.&nbsp; Following his retirement, Harold enjoyed gardening and inventing gadgets that proved useful in home maintenance.

Harold leaves behind two grandsons, Jeremy B. (Morgan) Kaufman of North Newton, and Trevor B (Katelyn) Kaufman of Wichita; one granddaughter, Shana K. (Adam) Tilman of Broken Arrow, OK; daughter-in-law, Kathy Kaufman Chouinard of Newton; and six great-grandchildren, Josie Kaufman, Maggie Kaufman, Maisie Kaufman, Hazel Kaufman, Easton Tilman, and Dailee Tilman; plus one great-grandchild on the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Helen Kaufman; wife, Helen Kaufman; son, Tony D. Kaufman; grandson, Tyler B. Kaufman; two brothers, Merlin D. (Verlene) Kaufman and Ralph D. (Ruth) Kaufman; and two sisters, Verna (Virgil) Goering, and Neva (Elvin) Schrag.

Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Eden Mennonite Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Harold D. Kaufman, 95, of Moundridge, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Pine Village.&nbsp; He was born January 13, 1927 in McPherson County, Kansas, the son of David and Helen (Graber) Kaufman.He attended school at Pleasant Ridge, Berlin and Liberty Elementary Schools.&nbsp; Harold graduated from Moundridge High School with the class of 1945, and later attended Hutchinson Junior College.&nbsp;In 1953, Harold served in the 1W service as a psych aide for two years at Topeka State Hospital in Topeka.Harold was united in marriage to Helen Stucky on August 17, 1950 in Moundridge.&nbsp; Born to this union was their son, Tony D. Kaufman on May 1, 1953.&nbsp; Helen preceded Harold in death on December 7, 2012, after 62 years of marriage.He farmed while working at Hesston Corporation and CASE in McPherson and Hutchinson.&nbsp; Harold worked at CASE for exactly 20 years, from November 15, 1968 to November 15, 1988.&nbsp; Following his retirement, Harold enjoyed gardening and inventing gadgets that proved useful in home maintenance.Harold leaves behind two grandsons, Jeremy B. (Morgan) Kaufman of North Newton, and Trevor B (Katelyn) Kaufman of Wichita; one granddaughter, Shana K. (Adam) Tilman of Broken Arrow, OK; daughter-in-law, Kathy Kaufman Chouinard of Newton; and six great-grandchildren, Josie Kaufman, Maggie Kaufman, Maisie Kaufman, Hazel Kaufman, Easton Tilman, and Dailee Tilman; plus one great-grandchild on the way.He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Helen Kaufman; wife, Helen Kaufman; son, Tony D. Kaufman; grandson, Tyler B. Kaufman; two brothers, Merlin D. (Verlene) Kaufman and Ralph D. (Ruth) Kaufman; and two sisters, Verna (Virgil) Goering, and Neva (Elvin) Schrag.Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Eden Mennonite Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Harold D. Kaufman  |1927-2022|

Philip H. Lee, of Hutchinson, passed away in his home at the age of 79. He was preceded in death by his father, Dwight R. Lee, and his mother, Edna M. Lee.

Phil was a life-long K-State Wildcat fan having graduated from Kansas State University with undergraduate and master’s degrees in journalism. During his career, he worked as the editor of several newspapers in Nebraska and Kansas, including the Sterling Bulletin and the Hebron Journal Register. Later in life, he became a collector and dealer of antique furniture and glass.

Phil relished his role as an uncle and was generous and kind to his younger brother Chuck when they were boys. Phil was a lover of animals, and generally had a basset hound by his side for company.

Phil was born April 20, 1943. He is survived by his brother, Charles Lee, and sister-in-law Myndee Lee of Overland Park. He is also survived by his nieces Abby Lee (James) of Austin; Maggie Brown, Tulsa; Madyson Lee, Lawrence; and Emylee Reed, Lawrence.

Phil’s nephew, Brian Lee of Hutchinson, also survives. Brian spent many hours tending to Phil’s needs later in life and for that he is owed a debt of enormous gratitude.

Other survivors are his great-nephew, Benjamin Howard (Austin) and numerous cousins.

A private family graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery in Florence.

Philip H. Lee, of Hutchinson, passed away in his home at the age of 79. He was preceded in death by his father, Dwight R. Lee, and his mother, Edna M. Lee.Phil was a life-long K-State Wildcat fan having graduated from Kansas State University with undergraduate and master’s degrees in journalism. During his career, he worked as the editor of several newspapers in Nebraska and Kansas, including the Sterling Bulletin and the Hebron Journal Register. Later in life, he became a collector and dealer of antique furniture and glass.Phil relished his role as an uncle and was generous and kind to his younger brother Chuck when they were boys. Phil was a lover of animals, and generally had a basset hound by his side for company.Phil was born April 20, 1943. He is survived by his brother, Charles Lee, and sister-in-law Myndee Lee of Overland Park. He is also survived by his nieces Abby Lee (James) of Austin; Maggie Brown, Tulsa; Madyson Lee, Lawrence; and Emylee Reed, Lawrence.Phil’s nephew, Brian Lee of Hutchinson, also survives. Brian spent many hours tending to Phil’s needs later in life and for that he is owed a debt of enormous gratitude.Other survivors are his great-nephew, Benjamin Howard (Austin) and numerous cousins.A private family graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery in Florence.

Philip H. Lee  |1943-2022|

Ronald Louis
Clark, 69, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 10,
2022, with his wife by his side at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, Wichita.&nbsp;
Ron worked in sales &amp; marketing at Phillips Petroleum Company and Wittig
Transport, Inc.

Ron was born on
January 27, 1953, in Caney, the son of Robert Leslie and Shelia Kay “Pat”
(Robison) Clark.&nbsp; He graduated from Caney High School in 1971 and from
University of Kansas in 1975, where he was in the Sigma Chi Fraternity.&nbsp;
Ron was united in marriage to Anne Casey on August 14, 1999, in Grove, OK.

He was a social
member of the American Legion Post #24, McPherson.

Survivors include:
his loving wife, Anne of the home; mother, Pat Clark of Oklahoma City, OK; a
brother, Kendal (Debra) Clark of Oklahoma City, OK; nephew, John (Ashley)
Clark; niece, Keesie (Angie) Clark; and many extended nieces, nephews, family
and friends.

He was preceded in
death by his father, Robert Clark.

A private family
service will be held at the Church of the Servant in Oklahoma City, OK.&nbsp; A
celebration of life will be held at a later date at the American Legion Post
#24, McPherson.&nbsp; 

Ronald Louis
Clark, 69, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 10,
2022, with his wife by his side at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, Wichita.&nbsp;
Ron worked in sales &amp; marketing at Phillips Petroleum Company and Wittig
Transport, Inc.Ron was born on
January 27, 1953, in Caney, the son of Robert Leslie and Shelia Kay “Pat”
(Robison) Clark.&nbsp; He graduated from Caney High School in 1971 and from
University of Kansas in 1975, where he was in the Sigma Chi Fraternity.&nbsp;
Ron was united in marriage to Anne Casey on August 14, 1999, in Grove, OK.He was a social
member of the American Legion Post #24, McPherson.Survivors include:
his loving wife, Anne of the home; mother, Pat Clark of Oklahoma City, OK; a
brother, Kendal (Debra) Clark of Oklahoma City, OK; nephew, John (Ashley)
Clark; niece, Keesie (Angie) Clark; and many extended nieces, nephews, family
and friends.He was preceded in
death by his father, Robert Clark.A private family
service will be held at the Church of the Servant in Oklahoma City, OK.&nbsp; A
celebration of life will be held at a later date at the American Legion Post
#24, McPherson.&nbsp;

Ronald Louis Clark  |1953-2022|  

Virgil Glen Allen, 79, of Wichita, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022. He was born in Wichita, Kansas to Glen Loyd Allen and Esther Audley (Stoops) Allen.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was raised in the Wichita area where he attended school and was an East High School graduate.&nbsp; After graduation he went on to be a Machinist where he enjoyed working for many years and retiring from Kice Industries, Wichita.

He is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Esther Allen.

Virgil Glen Allen, 79, of Wichita, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022. He was born in Wichita, Kansas to Glen Loyd Allen and Esther Audley (Stoops) Allen.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was raised in the Wichita area where he attended school and was an East High School graduate.&nbsp; After graduation he went on to be a Machinist where he enjoyed working for many years and retiring from Kice Industries, Wichita.He is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Esther Allen.Virgil is survived by his wife of 35 yrs, Rebecca Allen, 5 children, 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and brother Paul Allen.

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