Martha was born on October 3, 1920, in Gypsum, and passed away peacefully in beautiful, sunny Mesa, AZ at the age of 101 ½ on April 14, 2022.&nbsp; Martha married Glenn Henry Fransham on October 3, 1942, at the family farm in Gypsum.&nbsp; Martha was a homemaker, co-builder alongside her husband Glenn, with the construction of their home in North Wichita (having never obtained a loan of any type), gardener (fondly remembered for her delicious raspberry jelly), seamstress, etc. When she went to work outside of the home she worked for J.M.McDonalds, J.C.Penney's, various housekeeping jobs and Valley Center Elementary School kitchen staff, until the age of 90.&nbsp; She was an active member of the Valley Center First United Methodist Church for over 65 years. Martha and Glenn were married for 48 years, and she lived in the home that they built together for 67 years.

Martha was preceded in death by her&nbsp;Parents&nbsp;Charles &amp; Martha (Mortimer) Spellman,&nbsp;Brothers&nbsp;Rolla, Don &amp; Paul Spellman,&nbsp;Sister&nbsp;Alta Schwarz,&nbsp;Husband&nbsp;Glenn Fransham,&nbsp;Daughter&nbsp;Janet Emler,&nbsp;Grand-daughter&nbsp;Nanette Emler,&nbsp;Son-in-laws&nbsp;Jim Emler and Charles Kannady.

Martha is survived by her&nbsp;Daughters&nbsp;Linda Kannady of Marion, and Mesa, AZ; Mellodie Stratman (Monte) of Marana, AZ; and Jolene Roach (Jeff) of Edmond, OK.&nbsp;&nbsp;Grandchildren&nbsp;Janelle Wilson, Dirk Kannady (Tonya), Eric Kannady (Lindsey), Dax Kannady (Emily), Marc Stratman (Oana), Matt Stratman, Melissa Vandiver (Matthew), Jennifer McCoy and Jason Roach (Kim).&nbsp;&nbsp;Great-Grandchildren&nbsp;Christina Wilson, Susie Tenbrink (Nick), J.T. Wilson, Rylie Kannady, Avery Kannady, Gage Kannady, Caleb Vandiver, Jonah Vandiver, Joshua McCoy, Isaiah McCoy, Lucas Roach and&nbsp;Liliana Roach.&nbsp;Great-Great-Grandchild&nbsp;Rylynn DeMers Tenbrink.&nbsp; As well as a host of treasured nieces, nephews, other relatives, dear friends, neighbors, and acquaintances.

Martha's Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 3, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, 560 N. Park, Valley Center, 67147.&nbsp; The Inurnment will be held privately.&nbsp; Live streaming will be available, please contact the church closer to service date for details.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martha was born on October 3, 1920, in Gypsum, and passed away peacefully in beautiful, sunny Mesa, AZ at the age of 101 ½ on April 14, 2022.&nbsp; Martha married Glenn Henry Fransham on October 3, 1942, at the family farm in Gypsum.&nbsp; Martha was a homemaker, co-builder alongside her husband Glenn, with the construction of their home in North Wichita (having never obtained a loan of any type), gardener (fondly remembered for her delicious raspberry jelly), seamstress, etc. When she went to work outside of the home she worked for J.M.McDonalds, J.C.Penney's, various housekeeping jobs and Valley Center Elementary School kitchen staff, until the age of 90.&nbsp; She was an active member of the Valley Center First United Methodist Church for over 65 years. Martha and Glenn were married for 48 years, and she lived in the home that they built together for 67 years.Martha was preceded in death by her&nbsp;Parents&nbsp;Charles &amp; Martha (Mortimer) Spellman,&nbsp;Brothers&nbsp;Rolla, Don &amp; Paul Spellman,&nbsp;Sister&nbsp;Alta Schwarz,&nbsp;Husband&nbsp;Glenn Fransham,&nbsp;Daughter&nbsp;Janet Emler,&nbsp;Grand-daughter&nbsp;Nanette Emler,&nbsp;Son-in-laws&nbsp;Jim Emler and Charles Kannady.Martha is survived by her&nbsp;Daughters&nbsp;Linda Kannady of Marion, and Mesa, AZ; Mellodie Stratman (Monte) of Marana, AZ; and Jolene Roach (Jeff) of Edmond, OK.&nbsp;&nbsp;Grandchildren&nbsp;Janelle Wilson, Dirk Kannady (Tonya), Eric Kannady (Lindsey), Dax Kannady (Emily), Marc Stratman (Oana), Matt Stratman, Melissa Vandiver (Matthew), Jennifer McCoy and Jason Roach (Kim).&nbsp;&nbsp;Great-Grandchildren&nbsp;Christina Wilson, Susie Tenbrink (Nick), J.T. Wilson, Rylie Kannady, Avery Kannady, Gage Kannady, Caleb Vandiver, Jonah Vandiver, Joshua McCoy, Isaiah McCoy, Lucas Roach and&nbsp;Liliana Roach.&nbsp;Great-Great-Grandchild&nbsp;Rylynn DeMers Tenbrink.&nbsp; As well as a host of treasured nieces, nephews, other relatives, dear friends, neighbors, and acquaintances.Martha's Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 3, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, 560 N. Park, Valley Center, 67147.&nbsp; The Inurnment will be held privately.&nbsp; Live streaming will be available, please contact the church closer to service date for details.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martha Rosalene Fransham  |1920-2022|  

Toni L. Howell, 83, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Hospice
House, Hutchinson.

Toni was born March 13, 1939, in Newton, the daughter of Clifford R. and Edith
D. (Anduss) Thomas.&nbsp; On August 20, 1956, she married Benjamin F. Howell in
Wichita, to this union they were blessed with four children, Chris, Jeff, David
and John.&nbsp; 

Toni was an avid reader, reading several books
weekly.She loved to garden, shop at
Walmart and record and watch soap operas.Her favorite days were when it rained.And rightly so, a thunderstorm occurred the morning of her passing.Her favorite thing, however, was spending
time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.Toni was a homemaker most of her life, but
also worked as a teacher’s aide for USD 311 and retired from USD 308 where she
a drove school bus.Toni was a member of
the Westside Baptist Church and Elmdale senior Center. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Arnette Peterman and two
brothers, Richard and Ron Thomas. 
Toni is survived by her husband, Benjamin; four children, Chris (Van Stewart)
Powell, Jeff Howell, David (Gidget Paris) Howell, and John (Michelle) Howell;
two brothers, Don (Nancy) Thomas and Jim (Teri) Thomas; six grandchildren, Jennifer
(Matt)&nbsp; Koontz, Ryan (Molly) Scott, Cody
(Heather) Howell, Dillon (Tana Cash) Howell, Kelsey (Tyler Harris) Howell, and
Cassidy (Dain Ellis) Howell; eleven great grandchildren, Caleb, Abby and Naomi
Koontz, Otto, Campbell, and Tolliver Scott, Hadley Howell, Gannon Ellis, Gavin
Cash, Jacob Harris, and Creede Taylor. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at Hutchinson
Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Adrian
presiding.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book 9
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022 and Tuesday, May 24, 2022.&nbsp; Burial
will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Toni L. Howell, 83, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Hospice
House, Hutchinson.Toni was born March 13, 1939, in Newton, the daughter of Clifford R. and Edith
D. (Anduss) Thomas.&nbsp; On August 20, 1956, she married Benjamin F. Howell in
Wichita, to this union they were blessed with four children, Chris, Jeff, David
and John.&nbsp; Toni was an avid reader, reading several books
weekly.She loved to garden, shop at
Walmart and record and watch soap operas.Her favorite days were when it rained.And rightly so, a thunderstorm occurred the morning of her passing.Her favorite thing, however, was spending
time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.Toni was a homemaker most of her life, but
also worked as a teacher’s aide for USD 311 and retired from USD 308 where she
a drove school bus.Toni was a member of
the Westside Baptist Church and Elmdale senior Center. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Arnette Peterman and two
brothers, Richard and Ron Thomas. 
Toni is survived by her husband, Benjamin; four children, Chris (Van Stewart)
Powell, Jeff Howell, David (Gidget Paris) Howell, and John (Michelle) Howell;
two brothers, Don (Nancy) Thomas and Jim (Teri) Thomas; six grandchildren, Jennifer
(Matt)&nbsp; Koontz, Ryan (Molly) Scott, Cody
(Heather) Howell, Dillon (Tana Cash) Howell, Kelsey (Tyler Harris) Howell, and
Cassidy (Dain Ellis) Howell; eleven great grandchildren, Caleb, Abby and Naomi
Koontz, Otto, Campbell, and Tolliver Scott, Hadley Howell, Gannon Ellis, Gavin
Cash, Jacob Harris, and Creede Taylor. 
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at Hutchinson
Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Adrian
presiding.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book 9
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, May 23, 2022 and Tuesday, May 24, 2022.&nbsp; Burial
will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Toni L. Howell  |1939-2022|

Nancy Hutton Hodges, 88, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center. She was born on August 16, 1933 in Lawrence, Kansas to Josephine Jacqmain and Paul Hutton.&nbsp; Her early years were spent on her grandfather Octave Jacqmain’s farm outside Fort Smith, Arkansas with her younger sister Jane.

Nancy graduated from Lawrence High School and the University of Kansas, where she competed in several varsity sports, winning the Hill Badminton Championship four straight years. She married Merle Alvadore Hodges in 1954 and they spent their early married life in Mobile, Alabama during his time in the USAF.

A Salina resident since 1966, Nancy was an active community volunteer, serving on many different boards and commissions.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was one of the founding members of Salina’s first daycare center, now the Salina Child Care Association; led the Saline County Humane Association and advocated for Salina’s first animal control ordinance; was an active member of the Saline County Democrats; and was appointed by former President Jimmy Carter to lead the state’s White House Conference on Families Year of the Child initiative.&nbsp; She was also a Sunday School teacher and Vestry member at Christ Cathedral; a competitive tennis player and USTA coach; a 2011 Women of Achievement honoree; a USD305 substitute teacher; and a longtime co-host of KSAL’s Friendly Fire.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 64 years, Merle A. Hodges; sister Jane Hutton Stievater and brother-in-law Robert; and daughter Dr. Melissa Ann Hodges.&nbsp; She is survived by her son Dr. Boo Hodges (Melissa Rose); granddaughter Elizabeth (Nicole) grandsons Matthew; Ted (Taylor); and Grant (Jillian); great-grandchildren Gage, Kai, Laiklyn, Eleanor and James; and her beloved pets.

A private graveside service will be held.&nbsp;

Nancy Hutton Hodges, 88, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center. She was born on August 16, 1933 in Lawrence, Kansas to Josephine Jacqmain and Paul Hutton.&nbsp; Her early years were spent on her grandfather Octave Jacqmain’s farm outside Fort Smith, Arkansas with her younger sister Jane.Nancy graduated from Lawrence High School and the University of Kansas, where she competed in several varsity sports, winning the Hill Badminton Championship four straight years. She married Merle Alvadore Hodges in 1954 and they spent their early married life in Mobile, Alabama during his time in the USAF.A Salina resident since 1966, Nancy was an active community volunteer, serving on many different boards and commissions.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was one of the founding members of Salina’s first daycare center, now the Salina Child Care Association; led the Saline County Humane Association and advocated for Salina’s first animal control ordinance; was an active member of the Saline County Democrats; and was appointed by former President Jimmy Carter to lead the state’s White House Conference on Families Year of the Child initiative.&nbsp; She was also a Sunday School teacher and Vestry member at Christ Cathedral; a competitive tennis player and USTA coach; a 2011 Women of Achievement honoree; a USD305 substitute teacher; and a longtime co-host of KSAL’s Friendly Fire.Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 64 years, Merle A. Hodges; sister Jane Hutton Stievater and brother-in-law Robert; and daughter Dr. Melissa Ann Hodges.&nbsp; She is survived by her son Dr. Boo Hodges (Melissa Rose); granddaughter Elizabeth (Nicole) grandsons Matthew; Ted (Taylor); and Grant (Jillian); great-grandchildren Gage, Kai, Laiklyn, Eleanor and James; and her beloved pets.A private graveside service will be held.&nbsp;

Nancy Hutton Hodges  |1933-2022|  

Ruth E. (McBride) Ryan, 98, passed away on May 12, 2022. She was the daughter of Hiram and Hazel (McEwing) McBride.

Ruth E. (McBride) Ryan, 98, passed away on May 12, 2022. She was the daughter of Hiram and Hazel (McEwing) McBride.

Ruth E. (McBride) Ryan  |2022|  

Our blessed Lord took Kathaleen home on May 12, 2022, at the age of 93.&nbsp; She was born Kathaleen Louise Steinmetz on February 6, 1929, in Hutchinson.

Kathaleen married Donald W. Dean, in 1949.&nbsp; They lived many good memories in their 25 years together.&nbsp; He survives. &nbsp;Kathaleen lived in Hutchinson 53 years, until she met Wayne Waddle of Cottonwood, AZ.&nbsp; She and Wayne shared the families they brought together and a love of motorhome travel.&nbsp; Kathaleen and Wayne were married for 26 years before his passing.

She was raised a Christian, and was a member of Verde Baptist Church, Cottonwood, AZ.&nbsp; Kathaleen loved the Lord and shared a sweet relationship with Him.&nbsp; Some of her favorite activities were gardening, tole painting, and cooking delicious meals.&nbsp; What Kathaleen enjoyed most was her family and gathering with them.&nbsp;

She is survived by: sons, Rodney (Genny) Dean, Terry (Rayne) Dean; daughter, Rhonda Harvey; brother, Bill Steinmetz; sister, Haroldene Ivey; stepchildren, Kevin (Laura) Waddle, Kimberly (Steve) Penniman, Kristen Waddle, and Kirk (Carrie) Waddle; her precious grandkids, Daphne Smith, Jeremy (Beth) Dean, Jennifer (Trevor) Sandell, Daira Harvey, Roxanne (Ryan) Alexander, Rachelle Strawn, and Tracey Dean; five step grandkids; 27 great-grandkids; and one great-great-grandson.

Kathaleen was preceeded in death by: her parents, Harold and Pearl (Landis) Steinmetz and brother, Ed Steinmetz.

Kathaleen was a very strong woman, who lived through dementia in her latter years as a kind and loving person. She will be remembered in our lives, and forever in our hearts.&nbsp;

Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m. June 3, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson.

Our blessed Lord took Kathaleen home on May 12, 2022, at the age of 93.&nbsp; She was born Kathaleen Louise Steinmetz on February 6, 1929, in Hutchinson.Kathaleen married Donald W. Dean, in 1949.&nbsp; They lived many good memories in their 25 years together.&nbsp; He survives. &nbsp;Kathaleen lived in Hutchinson 53 years, until she met Wayne Waddle of Cottonwood, AZ.&nbsp; She and Wayne shared the families they brought together and a love of motorhome travel.&nbsp; Kathaleen and Wayne were married for 26 years before his passing.She was raised a Christian, and was a member of Verde Baptist Church, Cottonwood, AZ.&nbsp; Kathaleen loved the Lord and shared a sweet relationship with Him.&nbsp; Some of her favorite activities were gardening, tole painting, and cooking delicious meals.&nbsp; What Kathaleen enjoyed most was her family and gathering with them.&nbsp;She is survived by: sons, Rodney (Genny) Dean, Terry (Rayne) Dean; daughter, Rhonda Harvey; brother, Bill Steinmetz; sister, Haroldene Ivey; stepchildren, Kevin (Laura) Waddle, Kimberly (Steve) Penniman, Kristen Waddle, and Kirk (Carrie) Waddle; her precious grandkids, Daphne Smith, Jeremy (Beth) Dean, Jennifer (Trevor) Sandell, Daira Harvey, Roxanne (Ryan) Alexander, Rachelle Strawn, and Tracey Dean; five step grandkids; 27 great-grandkids; and one great-great-grandson.Kathaleen was preceeded in death by: her parents, Harold and Pearl (Landis) Steinmetz and brother, Ed Steinmetz.Kathaleen was a very strong woman, who lived through dementia in her latter years as a kind and loving person. She will be remembered in our lives, and forever in our hearts.&nbsp;Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m. June 3, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson.

Kathaleen L. Waddle |1929-2022|

John Howard Downing, Jr., 67, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, surrounded by family at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He retired from Coleman Moving &amp; Storage in Salina, Kansas.

John was born on December 17, 1954, in Steelville, Missouri, the son of John Howard Downing, Sr. and Alice Evelyn (Dixon) Downing.&nbsp; He attended Havre de Grace High School in Havre de Grace, Maryland. On July 17, 1982, John was united in marriage to Jean Lou Sporleder in Salina.

Survivors include: his wife of 39 years, Jean Downing; a son, John Downing, III (Mindy) of McPherson; a daughter, Joy Gravitt (Scott) of Gypsum; two sisters, Barbara Moore (Doug) of Slocomb, AL; and Terry Pope of Salina; five grandchildren, River Downing, Maleia Smith, Eli Downing, Mara Bellesine, and Karsen Downing; several nieces &amp; nephews, extended family, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Thomas Downing.

Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.

John Howard Downing, Jr., 67, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, surrounded by family at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He retired from Coleman Moving &amp; Storage in Salina, Kansas.John was born on December 17, 1954, in Steelville, Missouri, the son of John Howard Downing, Sr. and Alice Evelyn (Dixon) Downing.&nbsp; He attended Havre de Grace High School in Havre de Grace, Maryland. On July 17, 1982, John was united in marriage to Jean Lou Sporleder in Salina.Survivors include: his wife of 39 years, Jean Downing; a son, John Downing, III (Mindy) of McPherson; a daughter, Joy Gravitt (Scott) of Gypsum; two sisters, Barbara Moore (Doug) of Slocomb, AL; and Terry Pope of Salina; five grandchildren, River Downing, Maleia Smith, Eli Downing, Mara Bellesine, and Karsen Downing; several nieces &amp; nephews, extended family, and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Thomas Downing.Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.

John Howard Downing, Jr.  |1954-2022|  

John H. Moore, 69, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at his home in McPherson.&nbsp; John retired from NCRA Refinery, where he worked in the Alkylation Unit.&nbsp;

John was born on December 20, 1952, the son of Lester Elmer and Wilma Fern (Lewis) Moore.&nbsp; He graduated from Pawnee Rock High School in 1970 and attended Barton County Community College.&nbsp; On December 17, 1983, John was united in marriage to Priscilla Stegman in Lindsborg.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Priscilla; two sons, Sean Moore (Whitney) of McPherson, and Will Moore (Jillian) of Manhattan; four grandchildren, Cason Moore, Kinlee Moore, Elizabeth Moore, and Abigail Moore; three sisters, Vera Schmidt (Sandy) of Larned, Linda Brack (Brian) of Otis, and Wilda Daubert of Wichita; two brothers, Jim Moore (Jayne) Burnett, TX and Chuck Moore (Janice) of Otis; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings, Shirla Kirmer, Donna Schlegal, Carol DeVault, Leonard Moore, and Clark Moore.

A Celebration of Life (come &amp; go) will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, June 4, 2022, at the McPherson American Legion Post #24.&nbsp;

John H. Moore, 69, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at his home in McPherson.&nbsp; John retired from NCRA Refinery, where he worked in the Alkylation Unit.&nbsp;John was born on December 20, 1952, the son of Lester Elmer and Wilma Fern (Lewis) Moore.&nbsp; He graduated from Pawnee Rock High School in 1970 and attended Barton County Community College.&nbsp; On December 17, 1983, John was united in marriage to Priscilla Stegman in Lindsborg.He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Priscilla; two sons, Sean Moore (Whitney) of McPherson, and Will Moore (Jillian) of Manhattan; four grandchildren, Cason Moore, Kinlee Moore, Elizabeth Moore, and Abigail Moore; three sisters, Vera Schmidt (Sandy) of Larned, Linda Brack (Brian) of Otis, and Wilda Daubert of Wichita; two brothers, Jim Moore (Jayne) Burnett, TX and Chuck Moore (Janice) of Otis; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings, Shirla Kirmer, Donna Schlegal, Carol DeVault, Leonard Moore, and Clark Moore.A Celebration of Life (come &amp; go) will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, June 4, 2022, at the McPherson American Legion Post #24.&nbsp;

John H. Moore  |1952-2022|  

Deborah Anne "Deb" Clevenger, 64, of McPherson, passed away at 2pm, Tuesday, May 17th, at McPherson Hospital, McPherson, McPherson County. Deb was born in Canandaigua, New York on May 2, 1958, a daughter of the late Shirley Hazel (Straight) and John Baldwin Wells. Deb attended the Canandaigua schools and graduated from Canandaigua Academy in 1976, Canandaigua, New York. Deborah Anne Wells was united in marriage to Scott Andrew Clevenger on June 18, 1981 in Newark, New York. The young couple established their first home together in Newark, New York. This couple were blessed with four children, three sons and one daughter, Andrew, Andrea, Tim, and Travis. Deb was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. She was the owner and operator of Debbie's Cleaning service for over 20 years in New York. In September of 2013 the family moved to McPherson and in 2014 she began working for U.S.D. 418 School District within the food service division. Deb was a member of T.A.P.S. Deb enjoyed spoiling her grandkids, cleaning, pedicures, Red Lobster, a connoisseur of Soft Ice Cream, and loved her Buffalo Bills Football team. She is survived by her loving and caring husband of over 40 years, Scott Clevenger, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Travis Clevenger and wife Melissa, of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Andrew Clevenger and wife Ashley, of Fayetteville, New York; Andrea Cole and significant other Randall Milleson, of McPherson; her daughter-in-law, Megan Clevenger, of Cohoes, New York; her brother Robert Wells and wife Roseanne, of Pittsford, New York; and sister Carol Quagliata and husband David, of Newark, New York; her 11 grandchildren, Taylor, Kaleb, Colton, Griffin, Theo, Nicholas, Brody, Tyler, Lucas, Brooke and Dylan; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Deb was preceded in death by her parents, John and Shirley Wells; a son Tim Clevenger; a son-in-law, Jeremiah Cole, and a niece Megan Bennett. Deb's wishes were to have no service but a celebration of life may be planned for the future.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deborah Anne "Deb" Clevenger, 64, of McPherson, passed away at 2pm, Tuesday, May 17th, at McPherson Hospital, McPherson, McPherson County. Deb was born in Canandaigua, New York on May 2, 1958, a daughter of the late Shirley Hazel (Straight) and John Baldwin Wells. Deb attended the Canandaigua schools and graduated from Canandaigua Academy in 1976, Canandaigua, New York. Deborah Anne Wells was united in marriage to Scott Andrew Clevenger on June 18, 1981 in Newark, New York. The young couple established their first home together in Newark, New York. This couple were blessed with four children, three sons and one daughter, Andrew, Andrea, Tim, and Travis. Deb was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. She was the owner and operator of Debbie's Cleaning service for over 20 years in New York. In September of 2013 the family moved to McPherson and in 2014 she began working for U.S.D. 418 School District within the food service division. Deb was a member of T.A.P.S. Deb enjoyed spoiling her grandkids, cleaning, pedicures, Red Lobster, a connoisseur of Soft Ice Cream, and loved her Buffalo Bills Football team. She is survived by her loving and caring husband of over 40 years, Scott Clevenger, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Travis Clevenger and wife Melissa, of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Andrew Clevenger and wife Ashley, of Fayetteville, New York; Andrea Cole and significant other Randall Milleson, of McPherson; her daughter-in-law, Megan Clevenger, of Cohoes, New York; her brother Robert Wells and wife Roseanne, of Pittsford, New York; and sister Carol Quagliata and husband David, of Newark, New York; her 11 grandchildren, Taylor, Kaleb, Colton, Griffin, Theo, Nicholas, Brody, Tyler, Lucas, Brooke and Dylan; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. Deb was preceded in death by her parents, John and Shirley Wells; a son Tim Clevenger; a son-in-law, Jeremiah Cole, and a niece Megan Bennett. Deb's wishes were to have no service but a celebration of life may be planned for the future.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deborah Anne "Deb" Clevenger  |1958-2022|  

Barbara Lee Mason, 94, died May 18, 2022, in Kingman.

She was born Dec. 26, 1927, at Cleveland, the daughter of Otto and Hetty Dir Kelly.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of the Kingman community, she was a retired telephone operator and telephone office employee.

Barbara was a member of the United Methodist Church, Kingman; and the Telephone Pioneers of America.

On March 1, 1953, she married Richard “Dick” Mason at Dexter; he died Aug. 19, 2009.&nbsp; Survivors include four children and their spouses Tom and Linda Mason, Ron and Treena Mason, Elise and Bill Klaver, and Kelly and Barb Mason; 8 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her brother Rev. Rex Kelly.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Barbara Lee Mason, 94, died May 18, 2022, in Kingman.She was born Dec. 26, 1927, at Cleveland, the daughter of Otto and Hetty Dir Kelly.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of the Kingman community, she was a retired telephone operator and telephone office employee.Barbara was a member of the United Methodist Church, Kingman; and the Telephone Pioneers of America.On March 1, 1953, she married Richard “Dick” Mason at Dexter; he died Aug. 19, 2009.&nbsp; Survivors include four children and their spouses Tom and Linda Mason, Ron and Treena Mason, Elise and Bill Klaver, and Kelly and Barb Mason; 8 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her brother Rev. Rex Kelly.Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Barbara Lee Mason  |1927-2022|  

Adam Lee Higgins, 40, died May 14, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born May 14, 1982, in Hutchinson, to Randall and Linda (Morgan) Higgins.

Adam graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2000, and later from Hutchinson Community College. He was a welder for Excel Corporation in Hesston. Adam’s favorite hobby and past time was riding his motorcycle. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, and hunting. On June 14, 2014, Adam married Meagan Archer, in Hutchinson.

He is survived: mother and stepfather, Linda and Mike Kollhoff, Hutchinson; wife, Meagan Higgins, Hutchinson; daughter, Leighton Standifer-Higgins, Jefferson City, Missouri; son, Zayden Standifer-Higgins, Jefferson City, Missouri; bonus daughter, Shyann Cullison, Hutchinson; bonus sons, Sebastian and Sawyer Cullison, Hutchinson; sister, Morgan Kempenar (Stephen), Baldwin City; nephews, McClane and Mayes Kempenar, Baldwin City; grandmother, Janice Morgan, Hutchinson; mother-in-law, Trudy Archer, Hutchinson; father-in-law, Robert Miner, Hutchinson; and grandmother, Nancy Potter, Hutchinson.

Adam was preceded in death by: his father, Randall Higgins; grandfather, Stanley Morgan; and great-grandparents, Murl and Clarence Morgan.

Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Friday, May 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Adam Lee Higgins, 40, died May 14, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born May 14, 1982, in Hutchinson, to Randall and Linda (Morgan) Higgins.Adam graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2000, and later from Hutchinson Community College. He was a welder for Excel Corporation in Hesston. Adam’s favorite hobby and past time was riding his motorcycle. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, and hunting. On June 14, 2014, Adam married Meagan Archer, in Hutchinson.He is survived: mother and stepfather, Linda and Mike Kollhoff, Hutchinson; wife, Meagan Higgins, Hutchinson; daughter, Leighton Standifer-Higgins, Jefferson City, Missouri; son, Zayden Standifer-Higgins, Jefferson City, Missouri; bonus daughter, Shyann Cullison, Hutchinson; bonus sons, Sebastian and Sawyer Cullison, Hutchinson; sister, Morgan Kempenar (Stephen), Baldwin City; nephews, McClane and Mayes Kempenar, Baldwin City; grandmother, Janice Morgan, Hutchinson; mother-in-law, Trudy Archer, Hutchinson; father-in-law, Robert Miner, Hutchinson; and grandmother, Nancy Potter, Hutchinson.Adam was preceded in death by: his father, Randall Higgins; grandfather, Stanley Morgan; and great-grandparents, Murl and Clarence Morgan.Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Friday, May 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Adam Lee Higgins  |1982-2022|  

Dan’s life began on April 21, 1946, in Topeka. He was the son of Harvey John and Rose Irene (Morgan) Falen. 

Dan was a 1964 graduate of Hope High School, attended Kansas University and graduated from Kansas State University with an agricultural economics degree. He was a farm kid from the beginning and was a lifelong farmer and rancher in rural Hope until his death. 

Dan was united in marriage to the former Marcia Bezdek on April 24, 1971, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen. He served his country in the United States Army Reserves. Dan was an avid reader and genealogist. He and Marcia archived hundreds of articles regarding friends, relatives, and community members. They often shared their archives with friends and family. Dan enjoyed photography and cheering for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs when they played well. 

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Marcia Falen of Hope; sister Jean (Von) Ervin of Laquey, MO.; nephew John West of Hope, nephew Greg (Pam) Holub of Lost Springs, great nephew Gentri Holub of Lost Springs and Jerami Slayden and sister in law Paulette Holub. 

Dan passed away on Tuesday May 17, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents, aunt Dr. Frances Falen and uncle Harry Falen. 

Dan’s family will gather with friends on Sunday May 22, 2022, at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington from 2-4 p.m. with a rosary at 4 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday May 23, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, Elmo. Dan will be laid to rest at a later date in St. Phillips Catholic Cemetery, Hope.&nbsp;

Dan’s life began on April 21, 1946, in Topeka. He was the son of Harvey John and Rose Irene (Morgan) Falen. Dan was a 1964 graduate of Hope High School, attended Kansas University and graduated from Kansas State University with an agricultural economics degree. He was a farm kid from the beginning and was a lifelong farmer and rancher in rural Hope until his death. Dan was united in marriage to the former Marcia Bezdek on April 24, 1971, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen. He served his country in the United States Army Reserves. Dan was an avid reader and genealogist. He and Marcia archived hundreds of articles regarding friends, relatives, and community members. They often shared their archives with friends and family. Dan enjoyed photography and cheering for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs when they played well. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Marcia Falen of Hope; sister Jean (Von) Ervin of Laquey, MO.; nephew John West of Hope, nephew Greg (Pam) Holub of Lost Springs, great nephew Gentri Holub of Lost Springs and Jerami Slayden and sister in law Paulette Holub. Dan passed away on Tuesday May 17, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents, aunt Dr. Frances Falen and uncle Harry Falen. Dan’s family will gather with friends on Sunday May 22, 2022, at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Herington from 2-4 p.m. with a rosary at 4 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday May 23, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, Elmo. Dan will be laid to rest at a later date in St. Phillips Catholic Cemetery, Hope.&nbsp;

Daniel Jack Falen  |1946-2022|  

Paul Dean Reimer, 70, of Hesston, passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at his home.&nbsp; He was born August 1, 1951 in Dinuba, California, the son of Earl L. and Ruth E. (Doerksen) Reimer.

Paul graduated from Reedly High School with the class of 1969.&nbsp; He later graduated from Bethel College in Newton, with a bachelor's degree in History.

He was united in marriage to Sharon K. Charles on April 14, 1979 in Nappanee, Indiana.&nbsp; She survives of the home.

He was a lifelong member of the First Mennonite Church of Reedly, California.&nbsp; Paul was the caretaker of the church property for 20 years.

Paul is survived by his wife, Sharon of Hesston; sons, Johann (Laura) Reimer of Hesston, and Dietrich Reimer of San Diego, CA; step-daughter, Mistye (Michael) Ruffin of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Carol Williams of Kingsburg, CA; two grandchildren and seven step-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Shalom Mennonite Church in Newton.&nbsp; A private inurnment will take place at a later date in Reedly, California.&nbsp;

Paul Dean Reimer, 70, of Hesston, passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at his home.&nbsp; He was born August 1, 1951 in Dinuba, California, the son of Earl L. and Ruth E. (Doerksen) Reimer.Paul graduated from Reedly High School with the class of 1969.&nbsp; He later graduated from Bethel College in Newton, with a bachelor's degree in History.He was united in marriage to Sharon K. Charles on April 14, 1979 in Nappanee, Indiana.&nbsp; She survives of the home.Paul was a orange grove farmer.He was a lifelong member of the First Mennonite Church of Reedly, California.&nbsp; Paul was the caretaker of the church property for 20 years.Paul is survived by his wife, Sharon of Hesston; sons, Johann (Laura) Reimer of Hesston, and Dietrich Reimer of San Diego, CA; step-daughter, Mistye (Michael) Ruffin of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Carol Williams of Kingsburg, CA; two grandchildren and seven step-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Shalom Mennonite Church in Newton.&nbsp; A private inurnment will take place at a later date in Reedly, California.&nbsp;

Paul Dean Reimer  |1951-2022|  

William “Bill” Dale Myers, 86, died May 16, 2022 at his home
in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born August 17, 1935
in Burrton, the son of John and Zoela (Tucker) Myers.

On October 17, 1954, Bill married Virginia Magby in Hutchinson.&nbsp; She died September 22, 2014.&nbsp; Bill graduated from Burrton High School and
attended Vo-Tech where he received a certificate in automotive mechanics. &nbsp;On July 27, 1954, Bill joined the United
States Army.&nbsp; He served in the Vietnam
War and received several medals and badges.&nbsp;
He was honorably discharged on October 31, 1974.&nbsp; He was a member Eastwood Church of Christ.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Virginia; a
daughter, Patty Jury; siblings, Jim Myers and Janet Benney.

Survivors include his children, William D. (Marjorie) Myers
Jr., Kenneth Myers, Nancy Davenport and Susan (Jim Hubbard) Johnson; a brother,
Richard (Margaret) Myers; son –in- law, David Jury; 18 grandchildren; 37 great
grandchildren; and numerous great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday,
May 24, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson. Burial will take place at Laurel
Cemetery, Hutchinson. Visitation will be
held from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 23, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral chapel.


William “Bill” Dale Myers, 86, died May 16, 2022 at his home
in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born August 17, 1935
in Burrton, the son of John and Zoela (Tucker) Myers.On October 17, 1954, Bill married Virginia Magby in Hutchinson.&nbsp; She died September 22, 2014.&nbsp; Bill graduated from Burrton High School and
attended Vo-Tech where he received a certificate in automotive mechanics. &nbsp;On July 27, 1954, Bill joined the United
States Army.&nbsp; He served in the Vietnam
War and received several medals and badges.&nbsp;
He was honorably discharged on October 31, 1974.&nbsp; He was a member Eastwood Church of Christ.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Virginia; a
daughter, Patty Jury; siblings, Jim Myers and Janet Benney.Survivors include his children, William D. (Marjorie) Myers
Jr., Kenneth Myers, Nancy Davenport and Susan (Jim Hubbard) Johnson; a brother,
Richard (Margaret) Myers; son –in- law, David Jury; 18 grandchildren; 37 great
grandchildren; and numerous great-great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday,
May 24, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson. Burial will take place at Laurel
Cemetery, Hutchinson. Visitation will be
held from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 23, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral chapel.

William “Bill” Dale Myers  |1935-2022|  

Darrell “Gene” Sterns of Hutchinson, Kansas, age 80, passed
away on Saturday, May 14th, 2022 surrounded by family. 

Gene was born in Altona, Missouri to his parents Snow and
Alyce Sterns. &nbsp;He graduated from Adrian
High School in 1960 located in Adrian, Missouri. &nbsp;Gene drove an 18-wheeler for many years with
the Buerge Elevator in Passaic, MO, Tiona Truck Line in Butler, MO and Winters
Trucking in Bates City, MO. &nbsp;He started
as a Corrections Officer at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility in June of
1976. &nbsp;He retired from corrections as a
Lieutenant in June of 1999, completing 23 years of service with the Hutchinson
Correctional Facility. &nbsp;He was also a
member of the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club for many years. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Snow Eddie Sterns
and Alyce Maxine Sterns, along with an older brother, Jonny. 

He is survived by his son, Eddie Sterns (Tina) of Adrian, MO;
his brother, Jim Sterns (Kathy) of Bolivar, MO, and his sister Judith Sterns of
Lee’s Summit, MO; four granddaughters, Ashley Sterns of Salina, KS, Jordan
Sterns (Mandy) of Topeka, KS, Morgan Cramer (Travis) of Independence, MO and Sydney
Sterns of Lee’s Summit, MO; three nieces, Kari Keating (Phil) of Adrian, MO,
Jamie Nunez of Bolivar, MO and Ashley Sterns of Shawnee, OK; a nephew, Joshua
Brack (Sharon) of Ozark, MO; and an abundance of great-grandchildren, great-nieces
and great-nephews. 

The memorial service will take place at the
Saltcity Cowboy Church, 810 N Main St, South Hutchinson, Kansas 67505, on
Saturday May 28th, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Montie McFerrin
officiating. 

Darrell “Gene” Sterns of Hutchinson, Kansas, age 80, passed
away on Saturday, May 14th, 2022 surrounded by family. Gene was born in Altona, Missouri to his parents Snow and
Alyce Sterns. &nbsp;He graduated from Adrian
High School in 1960 located in Adrian, Missouri. &nbsp;Gene drove an 18-wheeler for many years with
the Buerge Elevator in Passaic, MO, Tiona Truck Line in Butler, MO and Winters
Trucking in Bates City, MO. &nbsp;He started
as a Corrections Officer at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility in June of
1976. &nbsp;He retired from corrections as a
Lieutenant in June of 1999, completing 23 years of service with the Hutchinson
Correctional Facility. &nbsp;He was also a
member of the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Snow Eddie Sterns
and Alyce Maxine Sterns, along with an older brother, Jonny. He is survived by his son, Eddie Sterns (Tina) of Adrian, MO;
his brother, Jim Sterns (Kathy) of Bolivar, MO, and his sister Judith Sterns of
Lee’s Summit, MO; four granddaughters, Ashley Sterns of Salina, KS, Jordan
Sterns (Mandy) of Topeka, KS, Morgan Cramer (Travis) of Independence, MO and Sydney
Sterns of Lee’s Summit, MO; three nieces, Kari Keating (Phil) of Adrian, MO,
Jamie Nunez of Bolivar, MO and Ashley Sterns of Shawnee, OK; a nephew, Joshua
Brack (Sharon) of Ozark, MO; and an abundance of great-grandchildren, great-nieces
and great-nephews. The memorial service will take place at the
Saltcity Cowboy Church, 810 N Main St, South Hutchinson, Kansas 67505, on
Saturday May 28th, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Montie McFerrin
officiating.

Darrell “Gene” Sterns  |2022|    

Robert Keith “Bob” Kurz, 82, died May 16, 2022, at the Kansas Masonic Home, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born January 10, 1940, in Syracuse, to Roy Robert and Ellen Mae (Wright) Kurz.

Bob graduated from Kendall High School in 1958, and from Salt City Business College in 1960.&nbsp; On October 22nd of that same year, he married Judith Kay “Judy” Elser of Hutchinson. Bob served in the United States Army from January 1962 to October 1964, including Basic Training at Fort Carson, Colorado, and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Ord, California.&nbsp; Bob was assigned to the 172nd&nbsp;Infantry Brigade in Anchorage, Alaska where he served as a personnel specialist.&nbsp; During that time, Bob deployed to northern Alaska—in response to President Kennedy’s assassination--where he and his unit carried out security missions for over 30 days in temperatures reaching as low as negative 60 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp; Shortly after, Bob and Judy survived Alaska’s 1964 earthquake before returning home to Kansas.

Bob spent the majority of his career supporting and developing the Kurz family farm.&nbsp; Among many skills, he was well known for his ability to build and repair implements, weld a good bead, plow straight rows, and for helping anyone who dropped by the farm with something needing fixed. &nbsp;As with most western Kansas farmers, he was passionate about growing wheat, and diligently succeeded in growing an organic version that achieved the high standards necessary for selling directly to regional mills.&nbsp; Bob was engaged in his farming community in many other capacities, and most often with a great smile, warm heart, easy laugh, and time to visit.

Bob also enjoyed hunting, and hosted an annual hunting event on the first weekend of pheasant season for over ten years.&nbsp; This was one of his favorite times of the year, as he invited local relatives, friends and others who travelled from as far as New Mexico to join in the fun.

Bob belonged to the Kendall United Methodist Church, and was also a proud member of the Masons for over 50 years.&nbsp; He participated fully in the York Rite, holding offices in Blue Lodge, Royal Arch, and Commandery, and attained the distinguished position of Grand High Priest of Kansas Royal Arch Masons.&nbsp; Bob was also a 32nd&nbsp;degree Mason in the Scottish Rite, a Shriner, and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bob was a strong believer in family, beginning with his best friend and wife, Judy, with whom he shared over 60 years of marriage before her death on August 28, 2021. Together they raised their two children, Toni and Rob, and later became proud grandparents of five grandsons, five granddaughters, and three great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Bob’s favorite family pastimes included camping and boating, wherein he taught Toni and Rob how to waterski – a sport the family continued to enjoy for many years. &nbsp;In 2012, Bob and Judy relocated to Hutchinson, where they joined the South Hutchinson United Methodist Church and participated regularly in its fund-raising activities.&nbsp; In late 2019, they moved to the Kansas Masonic Home in Wichita.&nbsp;

Bob is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Toni Clinton (Kevin) of Aurora, CO; son, Robert W. Kurz (Emily) of Lansing; grandchildren, Kenneth Clinton, Katie Clinton, Maggie Clinton, Jonathan Clinton, Ashtin Ruddell (Branson), Abby Price (Jonathan), Benjamin Kurz, Harrison Kurz, Nicholas Kurz, and Sophie Kurz; great-grandchildren, Rhys Clinton, Blake Clinton, Elliott Ruddell, and great-granddaughter Ruddell, to arrive in July; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial service will be 9:00 a.m. MST (10:00 a.m. CST) Saturday, May 28, 2022, at Kendall United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Interment will follow in the Lakin Cemetery, with Masonic Honors presented by Emerald Lodge #289. Military honors will also be &nbsp;presented by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Following the service, everyone is invited to join the family for a luncheon at the Lakin United Methodist Church.

Robert Keith “Bob” Kurz, 82, died May 16, 2022, at the Kansas Masonic Home, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born January 10, 1940, in Syracuse, to Roy Robert and Ellen Mae (Wright) Kurz.Bob graduated from Kendall High School in 1958, and from Salt City Business College in 1960.&nbsp; On October 22nd of that same year, he married Judith Kay “Judy” Elser of Hutchinson. Bob served in the United States Army from January 1962 to October 1964, including Basic Training at Fort Carson, Colorado, and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Ord, California.&nbsp; Bob was assigned to the 172nd&nbsp;Infantry Brigade in Anchorage, Alaska where he served as a personnel specialist.&nbsp; During that time, Bob deployed to northern Alaska—in response to President Kennedy’s assassination--where he and his unit carried out security missions for over 30 days in temperatures reaching as low as negative 60 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp; Shortly after, Bob and Judy survived Alaska’s 1964 earthquake before returning home to Kansas.Bob spent the majority of his career supporting and developing the Kurz family farm.&nbsp; Among many skills, he was well known for his ability to build and repair implements, weld a good bead, plow straight rows, and for helping anyone who dropped by the farm with something needing fixed. &nbsp;As with most western Kansas farmers, he was passionate about growing wheat, and diligently succeeded in growing an organic version that achieved the high standards necessary for selling directly to regional mills.&nbsp; Bob was engaged in his farming community in many other capacities, and most often with a great smile, warm heart, easy laugh, and time to visit.Bob also enjoyed hunting, and hosted an annual hunting event on the first weekend of pheasant season for over ten years.&nbsp; This was one of his favorite times of the year, as he invited local relatives, friends and others who travelled from as far as New Mexico to join in the fun.Bob belonged to the Kendall United Methodist Church, and was also a proud member of the Masons for over 50 years.&nbsp; He participated fully in the York Rite, holding offices in Blue Lodge, Royal Arch, and Commandery, and attained the distinguished position of Grand High Priest of Kansas Royal Arch Masons.&nbsp; Bob was also a 32nd&nbsp;degree Mason in the Scottish Rite, a Shriner, and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob was a strong believer in family, beginning with his best friend and wife, Judy, with whom he shared over 60 years of marriage before her death on August 28, 2021. Together they raised their two children, Toni and Rob, and later became proud grandparents of five grandsons, five granddaughters, and three great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Bob’s favorite family pastimes included camping and boating, wherein he taught Toni and Rob how to waterski – a sport the family continued to enjoy for many years. &nbsp;In 2012, Bob and Judy relocated to Hutchinson, where they joined the South Hutchinson United Methodist Church and participated regularly in its fund-raising activities.&nbsp; In late 2019, they moved to the Kansas Masonic Home in Wichita.&nbsp;Bob is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Toni Clinton (Kevin) of Aurora, CO; son, Robert W. Kurz (Emily) of Lansing; grandchildren, Kenneth Clinton, Katie Clinton, Maggie Clinton, Jonathan Clinton, Ashtin Ruddell (Branson), Abby Price (Jonathan), Benjamin Kurz, Harrison Kurz, Nicholas Kurz, and Sophie Kurz; great-grandchildren, Rhys Clinton, Blake Clinton, Elliott Ruddell, and great-granddaughter Ruddell, to arrive in July; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial service will be 9:00 a.m. MST (10:00 a.m. CST) Saturday, May 28, 2022, at Kendall United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Interment will follow in the Lakin Cemetery, with Masonic Honors presented by Emerald Lodge #289. Military honors will also be &nbsp;presented by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Following the service, everyone is invited to join the family for a luncheon at the Lakin United Methodist Church.

Robert Keith “Bob” Kurz  |1940-2022|

Avis Jo Mardis "Big A", 90, passed away Friday, May 13, 2022 at her home. She was born on October 3, 1931 in Drumright, Oklahoma to Myrle and Josephine (Groves) Sipe. Avis married Richard L, Mardis on October 6, 1949 in Pratt. He preceded her in death on June 2, 2007. Avis graduated from Pratt High School in 1949. She worked in the meat department at Dillon's for many years. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Pratt Pilot Club, Green Valley Ladies Golf Association, Sarah Guild, United Methodist Women, 66 year member of Beta Sigma Phi, Ladies Auxiliary of United Transportation Union and many bridge groups. She enjoyed playing bridge, golfing, bowling, softball and watching every sport. She was an avid Pratt Greenback, Beaver and 86ers fan. She is survived by her grandchildren, Kimberly (Kenny) DeClue of Pratt, Tara Shirley of Kansas City, Cassie Mardis of Pratt, Joshua (Janelle) Gross of Medicine Lodge; great grandchildren, Gage (Hannah) Shirley, Tristen (fiancee', Ashton) Schwarzenberger, Bailee Farr, Breane (Matt) Thayne, Brooke Farr, Dani Farr, Tyler Gross, Gavin Gross and Rhyen Gross, Brittany (Ryan) Rector, Gunner DeClue, Bailey DeClue; great-great grandchildren, Taylee Farr, Tabor Shirley and Charlee Rector; and many nieces, nephews and other family members. Avis is preceded in death by her husband, Richard L. Mardis; parents; sons, Gordon Mardis and Danny Mardis; daughter, Patricia Weisshaar; sisters, Norma Kramer and Welletta Sipe; brother, Robert Sipe; and grandson, Brian Lee Mardis. Visitation will be Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 20, 2022 at First United Methodist Church, Pratt with Reverend Nicole Schwartz-Eck presiding. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt.

Avis Jo Mardis "Big A", 90, passed away Friday, May 13, 2022 at her home. She was born on October 3, 1931 in Drumright, Oklahoma to Myrle and Josephine (Groves) Sipe. Avis married Richard L, Mardis on October 6, 1949 in Pratt. He preceded her in death on June 2, 2007. Avis graduated from Pratt High School in 1949. She worked in the meat department at Dillon's for many years. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Pratt Pilot Club, Green Valley Ladies Golf Association, Sarah Guild, United Methodist Women, 66 year member of Beta Sigma Phi, Ladies Auxiliary of United Transportation Union and many bridge groups. She enjoyed playing bridge, golfing, bowling, softball and watching every sport. She was an avid Pratt Greenback, Beaver and 86ers fan. She is survived by her grandchildren, Kimberly (Kenny) DeClue of Pratt, Tara Shirley of Kansas City, Cassie Mardis of Pratt, Joshua (Janelle) Gross of Medicine Lodge; great grandchildren, Gage (Hannah) Shirley, Tristen (fiancee', Ashton) Schwarzenberger, Bailee Farr, Breane (Matt) Thayne, Brooke Farr, Dani Farr, Tyler Gross, Gavin Gross and Rhyen Gross, Brittany (Ryan) Rector, Gunner DeClue, Bailey DeClue; great-great grandchildren, Taylee Farr, Tabor Shirley and Charlee Rector; and many nieces, nephews and other family members. Avis is preceded in death by her husband, Richard L. Mardis; parents; sons, Gordon Mardis and Danny Mardis; daughter, Patricia Weisshaar; sisters, Norma Kramer and Welletta Sipe; brother, Robert Sipe; and grandson, Brian Lee Mardis. Visitation will be Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 20, 2022 at First United Methodist Church, Pratt with Reverend Nicole Schwartz-Eck presiding. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt.

Avis Jo Mardis "Big A"  |1931-2022|  

Benito “Benny” A. Garcia, 68, died on Friday, May 13, 2022, in Newton.

He was born January 12, 1954, in Marion, the son of George and Angela (Martinez) Garcia. He attended Florence High School and graduated from Newton High School in the class of 1972.

Benito was employed by Highland Dairy, originally Stephen’s Dairy, for 30 + years. He held many job titles and had experience working in every department. He took great pride no matter what position he held and always looked forward to ramping up production at the beginning of the school year.

Benito enjoyed watching K-State and Chicago Bears games. He also loved attending all the sport and musical events that he could when family was involved. He was able to enjoy the open road and seeing more of the country in his later years.

A kindhearted and caring person, Benito was far more than a father, son, uncle, and brother – he was the patriarchal glue that held the family together. He was the first to drop what he was doing if anyone he knew was in need of help. Whether it was moving to a new place or a new set of brake pads on their car.

Benito was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

Benito is survived by his sons, Victor (Keena) Garcia, Ricardo Garcia and Benjamin (Bryanna) Garcia; daughters, Victoria (Daniel King) Garcia, Jacinta Garcia, and Guadalupe (Ezequial) Sosme; 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; brothers, George Garcia, Daniel (Stacie) Garcia, and Greg (Tami) Garcia; sisters, Josephine Garcia, Angelia Garcia, and Mary (Don) Bean; and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Angela Garcia; brother, Manuel Garcia; and sister, Clara Garcia Marin.

Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 23, 2022, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Newton with The Reverend Jorge Lopez as Celebrant. A Recitation of the Rosary will be prior to the Mass at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 22nd&nbsp;at Petersen Funeral Home. Burial will be take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Florence.

Benito “Benny” A. Garcia, 68, died on Friday, May 13, 2022, in Newton.He was born January 12, 1954, in Marion, the son of George and Angela (Martinez) Garcia. He attended Florence High School and graduated from Newton High School in the class of 1972.Benito was employed by Highland Dairy, originally Stephen’s Dairy, for 30 + years. He held many job titles and had experience working in every department. He took great pride no matter what position he held and always looked forward to ramping up production at the beginning of the school year.Benito enjoyed watching K-State and Chicago Bears games. He also loved attending all the sport and musical events that he could when family was involved. He was able to enjoy the open road and seeing more of the country in his later years.A kindhearted and caring person, Benito was far more than a father, son, uncle, and brother – he was the patriarchal glue that held the family together. He was the first to drop what he was doing if anyone he knew was in need of help. Whether it was moving to a new place or a new set of brake pads on their car.Benito was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.Benito is survived by his sons, Victor (Keena) Garcia, Ricardo Garcia and Benjamin (Bryanna) Garcia; daughters, Victoria (Daniel King) Garcia, Jacinta Garcia, and Guadalupe (Ezequial) Sosme; 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; brothers, George Garcia, Daniel (Stacie) Garcia, and Greg (Tami) Garcia; sisters, Josephine Garcia, Angelia Garcia, and Mary (Don) Bean; and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Angela Garcia; brother, Manuel Garcia; and sister, Clara Garcia Marin.Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 23, 2022, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Newton with The Reverend Jorge Lopez as Celebrant. A Recitation of the Rosary will be prior to the Mass at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 22nd&nbsp;at Petersen Funeral Home. Burial will be take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Florence.

Benito “Benny” A. Garcia  |1954-2022|  

Larry Allen Tweet (86) passed away quietly at home, surrounded by family, on May 11, 2022. 

He was born in West Plains, Mo to Melvin and Hazel (Bacon) Tweet. In his youth, Larry migrated West with his family and, in 1955, graduated from Twin Falls High School in Twin Falls, Idaho. After completing a year of seminary in Memphis, TN, Larry settled in Wichita near family. 

In 1959 he was drafted into the Army and stationed in Germany where he worked in military intelligence, deciphering Russian codeduring the Cold War. He received a Good Conduct Medal and an Honorable Discharge in 1964. Back in Wichita, Larry studied at Friends University and began attending church at First Assembly of God where he met Kay Stauffer. Larry and Kay married in January of 1962. Larry later graduated from Friends University with a degree in History and Secondary Education. But Larry’s true calling was fulfilled in pastoral ministry, where together, he and Kay spent over 45 years loving and serving the people of Calvary Temple Assembly of God in Park City. Along with pastoring, Larry was a faithful employee of Learjet, retiring from the planning department in 2005 with his 40-year pin. On his off hours, you could find him working at his many rental properties, tinkering on an old Rambler, reading a good history book, gardening, mowing the grass in his tie and wingtip shoes, making pancakes or waffles on Sunday mornings, or constructing stilts of all sizes. It was common to hear from Larry a favorite song, a poem or story, accompanied by that familiar grin and gleam in his eyes. That same gleam appeared when his children or grandchildren entered a room. Larry often talked about “taking care of the babies.” He treasured his family, and with Kay, took deep pride in their growing ‘tribe’: 6 children, their spouses, 37 grandchildren, 12 great grands and 2 more on the way.

Larry was preceded in death by his wife, his son Thadd Tweet, his parents, and brothers Holley Stephenson, and Benjamin “Benny” Tweet. He is survived by his five children, Beth (Bobby) Massey of Valley Center, Nathan (Kelli) Tweet of Denver, NC, Sarah (Tony) Snavely of Wichita, Ruth Wittum of Owosso, MI, Seth (Olivia) Tweet of Wichita, daughter-in-law, Sharon Tweet of Liberty, MO, along with his sisters Mona Smith of Twin Falls, ID, Beth Ann (Ron) Mckean of Wichita, Lareva (David) Berkshire of Willow Springs, MO, and Sharon Tweet of Eminence, MO, and brother, Norman “Bobby” Tweet of Wichita.

Face turned up, hand still raised like an overflowing cup, we can hear him singing those old songs, “I’m so happy and here’s the reason why, Jesus took my burdens all away...”

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 am on June 4 at Hope Church, 2000 S. Hillside, Wichita, 67211.

Larry Allen Tweet (86) passed away quietly at home, surrounded by family, on May 11, 2022. He was born in West Plains, Mo to Melvin and Hazel (Bacon) Tweet. In his youth, Larry migrated West with his family and, in 1955, graduated from Twin Falls High School in Twin Falls, Idaho. After completing a year of seminary in Memphis, TN, Larry settled in Wichita near family. In 1959 he was drafted into the Army and stationed in Germany where he worked in military intelligence, deciphering Russian codeduring the Cold War. He received a Good Conduct Medal and an Honorable Discharge in 1964. Back in Wichita, Larry studied at Friends University and began attending church at First Assembly of God where he met Kay Stauffer. Larry and Kay married in January of 1962. Larry later graduated from Friends University with a degree in History and Secondary Education. But Larry’s true calling was fulfilled in pastoral ministry, where together, he and Kay spent over 45 years loving and serving the people of Calvary Temple Assembly of God in Park City. Along with pastoring, Larry was a faithful employee of Learjet, retiring from the planning department in 2005 with his 40-year pin. On his off hours, you could find him working at his many rental properties, tinkering on an old Rambler, reading a good history book, gardening, mowing the grass in his tie and wingtip shoes, making pancakes or waffles on Sunday mornings, or constructing stilts of all sizes. It was common to hear from Larry a favorite song, a poem or story, accompanied by that familiar grin and gleam in his eyes. That same gleam appeared when his children or grandchildren entered a room. Larry often talked about “taking care of the babies.” He treasured his family, and with Kay, took deep pride in their growing ‘tribe’: 6 children, their spouses, 37 grandchildren, 12 great grands and 2 more on the way.Larry was preceded in death by his wife, his son Thadd Tweet, his parents, and brothers Holley Stephenson, and Benjamin “Benny” Tweet. He is survived by his five children, Beth (Bobby) Massey of Valley Center, Nathan (Kelli) Tweet of Denver, NC, Sarah (Tony) Snavely of Wichita, Ruth Wittum of Owosso, MI, Seth (Olivia) Tweet of Wichita, daughter-in-law, Sharon Tweet of Liberty, MO, along with his sisters Mona Smith of Twin Falls, ID, Beth Ann (Ron) Mckean of Wichita, Lareva (David) Berkshire of Willow Springs, MO, and Sharon Tweet of Eminence, MO, and brother, Norman “Bobby” Tweet of Wichita.Face turned up, hand still raised like an overflowing cup, we can hear him singing those old songs, “I’m so happy and here’s the reason why, Jesus took my burdens all away...”A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 am on June 4 at Hope Church, 2000 S. Hillside, Wichita, 67211.

Pastor Larry Allen Tweet  |1955-2022|  

Sondra Sue Dietrich, 77, of Lyons, passed away May 16, 2022, at Hospice House in Hutchinson, She was born April 22, 1945, in Lyons, the daughter of T.J. and Wilma Groth Ross. 

Sondra was a longtime Lyons resident. She graduated from Lyons High School with the class of 1964. Sondra was a para educator for Park Elementary School, Lyons and housekeeper at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons for many years. She is survived by her son, Bill Dietrich of Oxford, KS; two daughters, Kathy Robinson of Hutchinson, and Kelly Cain of Sterling; sister, Barbara Evans of Norman, OK; ten grandchildren, Julian Dietrich, Brison Dietrich, Dalton Dietrich, Kodie Swisher and wife Tara, Zacharie Swisher, Dillon Swisher, Sage Pina, Tasha Pina, Isiah Robinson, and Issac Robinson; and three great-grandchildren, Easton Dietrich, Cooper Swisher, and Camryn Swisher. Sondra is preceded in death by her parents. 

A private family burial will take place at the Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling, Kansas.&nbsp;

Sondra Sue Dietrich, 77, of Lyons, passed away May 16, 2022, at Hospice House in Hutchinson, She was born April 22, 1945, in Lyons, the daughter of T.J. and Wilma Groth Ross. Sondra was a longtime Lyons resident. She graduated from Lyons High School with the class of 1964. Sondra was a para educator for Park Elementary School, Lyons and housekeeper at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons for many years. She is survived by her son, Bill Dietrich of Oxford, KS; two daughters, Kathy Robinson of Hutchinson, and Kelly Cain of Sterling; sister, Barbara Evans of Norman, OK; ten grandchildren, Julian Dietrich, Brison Dietrich, Dalton Dietrich, Kodie Swisher and wife Tara, Zacharie Swisher, Dillon Swisher, Sage Pina, Tasha Pina, Isiah Robinson, and Issac Robinson; and three great-grandchildren, Easton Dietrich, Cooper Swisher, and Camryn Swisher. Sondra is preceded in death by her parents. A private family burial will take place at the Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling, Kansas.&nbsp;

Sondra Sue Dietrich  |1945-2022|  

We celebrate the life of Lori Renee Colley, who passed away
from cancer on May 15, 2022 at age 60.

Lori was born in Hutchinson on December 30, 1961. She was
the most vibrant person who lit up any room she walked into. Blessed with
talent, intelligence, and humor, Lori could always make us laugh. Lori lived in
Cedar Rapids Iowa for 17 years and had returned to Hutchinson to be close to
family. She worked at the VFW as a bartender. She and her sister and best
friend, Cambi, loved to take vacations, have long conversations, and explore
different coffee shops. 

She is survived by her mother, Mavis Reed; her sister Cambi
Colley; a stepfather, Donald Butters; a grandmother, Mauritta Anderson; aunt,
Sandra Reed; uncles, Jerry Reed, Jimmy Reed, Larry Colley, Steve Colley and Guy
Jamieson; and cousins, Denise Wheeler Nall, Susan Wheeler, and April
Wisecarver. She was preceded in death by her grandma, Verna Colley, aunt Connie
Jamieson, and uncle David Reed.

Lori, we will always love you and we will keep your light
inside of us forever.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the VFW,
328 N. Van Buren St, Hutchinson, on Sunday, June 26, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00
p.m.

We celebrate the life of Lori Renee Colley, who passed away
from cancer on May 15, 2022 at age 60.Lori was born in Hutchinson on December 30, 1961. She was
the most vibrant person who lit up any room she walked into. Blessed with
talent, intelligence, and humor, Lori could always make us laugh. Lori lived in
Cedar Rapids Iowa for 17 years and had returned to Hutchinson to be close to
family. She worked at the VFW as a bartender. She and her sister and best
friend, Cambi, loved to take vacations, have long conversations, and explore
different coffee shops. She is survived by her mother, Mavis Reed; her sister Cambi
Colley; a stepfather, Donald Butters; a grandmother, Mauritta Anderson; aunt,
Sandra Reed; uncles, Jerry Reed, Jimmy Reed, Larry Colley, Steve Colley and Guy
Jamieson; and cousins, Denise Wheeler Nall, Susan Wheeler, and April
Wisecarver. She was preceded in death by her grandma, Verna Colley, aunt Connie
Jamieson, and uncle David Reed.Lori, we will always love you and we will keep your light
inside of us forever.A Celebration of Life will be held at the VFW,
328 N. Van Buren St, Hutchinson, on Sunday, June 26, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00
p.m.

Lori Renee Colley  |1961-2022|  

Lyle Ploog, 79, passed away May 15, 2022, at Diversicare of Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born February 15, 1943, to Emil W. and Ruby Margaret (Rolfs) Ploog.

Lyle is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Joyce Ploog of Hutchinson; children, Lyla Graham of Garden Plain; Carlyle Ploog of Rago; Amy Riggs of Pueblo, CO; Sheila Alexander of Topeka; Terry Hilt of Wichita; David (Denise) Hilt of Fort Worth, TX; Calvin (Lisa) Hilt of Augusta; and Tamara Hilt of Commerce City, CO; fourteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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

Memorial service will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2022, at Countryside Baptist Church, 819 W. 30th, Hutchinson, with Pastors Ron Kyker and Cliff Kirk officiating.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Eastside Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Lyle Ploog, 79, passed away May 15, 2022, at Diversicare of Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born February 15, 1943, to Emil W. and Ruby Margaret (Rolfs) Ploog.Lyle is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Joyce Ploog of Hutchinson; children, Lyla Graham of Garden Plain; Carlyle Ploog of Rago; Amy Riggs of Pueblo, CO; Sheila Alexander of Topeka; Terry Hilt of Wichita; David (Denise) Hilt of Fort Worth, TX; Calvin (Lisa) Hilt of Augusta; and Tamara Hilt of Commerce City, CO; fourteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Barbara Stuckwisch.Memorial service will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2022, at Countryside Baptist Church, 819 W. 30th, Hutchinson, with Pastors Ron Kyker and Cliff Kirk officiating.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Eastside Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Lyle Gene Ploog  |1943-2022|  

John Benjamin “Ben” Muci, 80, died May 14, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born November 14, 1941, in the family home in St. John, to John S. and Ruth (Rellez) Muci.

Ben graduated from St. John High School and Sterling College. Following college, he began a life-long career in public service: serving in the Army Reserve, as a Hutchinson Police Officer and Juvenile Detective for 20 years, and then as a Community Corrections Officer for 13 years. Ben’s passion throughout his career focused on the safety and welfare of children.

On June 8, 1968, Ben married M. Jeannene Tucker, in Hutchinson. They shared nearly 54 years of marriage and she has been his loving and steadfast primary caregiver for the past several years as Ben’s health declined.

He is survived by: his wife, Jeannene of the home; children, Karen Ekberg (Scott) of Great Bend, Kevin Muci (Shelley) of Ceres, CA, Lynn Tyson of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Christopher, Justin and Samantha Ekberg, Stephanie and Jessica Muci, Marcus and Larissa Jackson; great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Ethan Ekberg; brothers C.F. Muci (Marlene) and J.R. Muci (Rhita) of Wichita; sister-in-law, Helen Muci of La Habra, CA, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ben was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Stanley Muci; sisters, Elvira Peters, Raquel Patrick, Emelia Kittel, Ruth E. Muci; and brothers-in-law, Jerry Patrick and Norman Kittel.

Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held at a later date in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday thru Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

John Benjamin “Ben” Muci, 80, died May 14, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born November 14, 1941, in the family home in St. John, to John S. and Ruth (Rellez) Muci.Ben graduated from St. John High School and Sterling College. Following college, he began a life-long career in public service: serving in the Army Reserve, as a Hutchinson Police Officer and Juvenile Detective for 20 years, and then as a Community Corrections Officer for 13 years. Ben’s passion throughout his career focused on the safety and welfare of children.On June 8, 1968, Ben married M. Jeannene Tucker, in Hutchinson. They shared nearly 54 years of marriage and she has been his loving and steadfast primary caregiver for the past several years as Ben’s health declined.He is survived by: his wife, Jeannene of the home; children, Karen Ekberg (Scott) of Great Bend, Kevin Muci (Shelley) of Ceres, CA, Lynn Tyson of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Christopher, Justin and Samantha Ekberg, Stephanie and Jessica Muci, Marcus and Larissa Jackson; great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Ethan Ekberg; brothers C.F. Muci (Marlene) and J.R. Muci (Rhita) of Wichita; sister-in-law, Helen Muci of La Habra, CA, and numerous nieces and nephews.Ben was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Stanley Muci; sisters, Elvira Peters, Raquel Patrick, Emelia Kittel, Ruth E. Muci; and brothers-in-law, Jerry Patrick and Norman Kittel.Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held at a later date in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday thru Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

John Benjamin “Ben” Muci  |1941-2022|  

James E. Cunningham Sr., 86, died May 12, 2022, at his home. He was born June 11, 1935, in Haynesville Township, Pratt County, to Everett and Marsha (Bartlett) Cunningham.

James is survived by: wife, Velma Cunningham, Hutchinson; sons, Carl E. Cunningham, James E. Cunningham Jr., both of Hutchinson; daughter, Christine Janelle Harrison, Ness City; stepdaughter, Melissa Jack, Florida; and stepson, Warren Smith Jr., Topeka.

Graveside service will be 1:30 pm Friday, May 20, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, with Pastor Richard Haley officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

James E. Cunningham Sr., 86, died May 12, 2022, at his home. He was born June 11, 1935, in Haynesville Township, Pratt County, to Everett and Marsha (Bartlett) Cunningham.James is survived by: wife, Velma Cunningham, Hutchinson; sons, Carl E. Cunningham, James E. Cunningham Jr., both of Hutchinson; daughter, Christine Janelle Harrison, Ness City; stepdaughter, Melissa Jack, Florida; and stepson, Warren Smith Jr., Topeka.Graveside service will be 1:30 pm Friday, May 20, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, with Pastor Richard Haley officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

James E. Cunningham Sr.  |1935-2022|  

Louvina Mae Miller, 88, of Whitewater, slipped peacefully into eternity on May 14, 2022.&nbsp; Besides the treasured titles of Wife, Mom, and Grammy, she also enjoyed her work as a registered nurse, library assistant, welder’s helper, and restaurant hostess.&nbsp; She was born September 17, 1933, in Newton, to Alfred H. and Ione M. (Ayers) Regier.&nbsp; 

A child of the Great Depression, Lou learned to value hard work, financial responsibility and frugality, and faith in the God of her Fathers.&nbsp; She is survived by children Nancy and Scott Yelland of Fairview, Michigan; Randy and Lynette Miller of Peck; Debby Tyson of Whitewater; Wanita and Skip Kiser of Robertsdale, Alabama; Craig and Jan Miller of Wichita; 18 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren; dozens of nieces and nephews; innumerable friends.

A celebration of Lou’s life will be held at Emmaus Mennonite Church, Whitewater, on May 28; interment will be in the old church cemetery at 10 a.m., memorial service at 11:30 a.m.&nbsp;

Louvina Mae Miller, 88, of Whitewater, slipped peacefully into eternity on May 14, 2022.&nbsp; Besides the treasured titles of Wife, Mom, and Grammy, she also enjoyed her work as a registered nurse, library assistant, welder’s helper, and restaurant hostess.&nbsp; She was born September 17, 1933, in Newton, to Alfred H. and Ione M. (Ayers) Regier.&nbsp; A child of the Great Depression, Lou learned to value hard work, financial responsibility and frugality, and faith in the God of her Fathers.&nbsp; She is survived by children Nancy and Scott Yelland of Fairview, Michigan; Randy and Lynette Miller of Peck; Debby Tyson of Whitewater; Wanita and Skip Kiser of Robertsdale, Alabama; Craig and Jan Miller of Wichita; 18 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren; dozens of nieces and nephews; innumerable friends.A celebration of Lou’s life will be held at Emmaus Mennonite Church, Whitewater, on May 28; interment will be in the old church cemetery at 10 a.m., memorial service at 11:30 a.m.&nbsp;

Louvina Mae Miller  |1933-2022|  

Earl R. Nielsen, 91, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away May 8, 2022 at McPherson Health and Rehab.&nbsp; He was born June 19, 1930.

He is survived by his Durable Power of Attorney, Vaughn Ingram of McPherson.

Earl R. Nielsen, 91, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away May 8, 2022 at McPherson Health and Rehab.&nbsp; He was born June 19, 1930.Earl served in the United States Army.He is survived by his Durable Power of Attorney, Vaughn Ingram of McPherson.Cremation is planned.&nbsp;

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