Wesley “Dave” Lee, 62, died June 20, 2022, at his home in Newton, Kansas.

Dave was born in Newton on October 26, 1959, the son of Mylo Jr. and Bonnie (Shields) Lee. He attended Newton High School graduating with the class of 1977.

In 1980, Dave joined the United States Army, where he served for 8 years as a combat engineer.

Dave enjoyed all sorts of outdoor activities, hunting, fishing, and traveling. When he lived in Iowa, he taught hunter safety courses.

For the last few years prior to COVID, Dave would occasionally attend First Christian Church in Newton. He was also involved in any of his grandkids activities, and was always the happiest when surrounded by them.

Dave was very much a family man, which included many who were not necessarily blood related, he didn’t care. If you were in Dave’s life… you were part of his family.

Dave is survived by his children, Christopher Lee, Jhonathan (Alicia) Lee, Jarrod Lee, and Dakota (Miguel) Hernandez; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren brother, Danial J. Lee; sisters, Marti Lee Verschelden and N. June Tinsley; and many other beloved family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mylo and Bonnie Lee; daughter, Tanya Renae Barber; and sister, Brenda Chamberlain.

A memorial service will be held at First Christian Church on Saturday, July 2, 10:30 a.m. Family is inviting anyone to join us in a “meet and greet” in the Fellowship Hall prior to service.

Wesley “Dave” Lee, 62, died June 20, 2022, at his home in Newton, Kansas.Dave was born in Newton on October 26, 1959, the son of Mylo Jr. and Bonnie (Shields) Lee. He attended Newton High School graduating with the class of 1977.In 1980, Dave joined the United States Army, where he served for 8 years as a combat engineer.Dave enjoyed all sorts of outdoor activities, hunting, fishing, and traveling. When he lived in Iowa, he taught hunter safety courses.For the last few years prior to COVID, Dave would occasionally attend First Christian Church in Newton. He was also involved in any of his grandkids activities, and was always the happiest when surrounded by them.Dave was very much a family man, which included many who were not necessarily blood related, he didn’t care. If you were in Dave’s life… you were part of his family.Dave is survived by his children, Christopher Lee, Jhonathan (Alicia) Lee, Jarrod Lee, and Dakota (Miguel) Hernandez; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren brother, Danial J. Lee; sisters, Marti Lee Verschelden and N. June Tinsley; and many other beloved family members and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, Mylo and Bonnie Lee; daughter, Tanya Renae Barber; and sister, Brenda Chamberlain.A memorial service will be held at First Christian Church on Saturday, July 2, 10:30 a.m. Family is inviting anyone to join us in a “meet and greet” in the Fellowship Hall prior to service.

Wesley “Dave” Lee  |1959-2022|  

Mary Eunice Crown, daughter of Thomas L. and Martha E. (Cranford) Ensey, was born on May 5, 1923, in McKinney, Texas.&nbsp; On June 20, 2022, with family members present, Mary died in McPherson, KS, passing from this earthly life to her longed-for home in heaven.&nbsp;

She graduated from Carmen High School in Carmen, OK as the 1941 class valedictorian.&nbsp; She attended Central College and after graduating and spending her junior year at Greenville College in Greenville, IL, Central College offered her a bookkeeping job for the 1944-1945 school year.&nbsp; After that, she attended Seattle Pacific College in Seattle, WA, and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business in 1946.

Mary then returned to McPherson which remained her home for the rest of her life.&nbsp; From 1946 to 1949, she taught in Central’s business department and during these years, she met her life partner, Milan Wesley Crown, and they were married in 1949.

After taking a break from teaching to raise their family of three sons, she took the secretary job to the academic dean at Central College and eventually became the college registrar from which position she retired in 1989.

Milan’s sudden, unexpected death in March, 1973, shocked Mary and her sons.&nbsp; Mary’s faith that God would walk beside her family through the valley of death never wavered.&nbsp; She faithfully attended the Free Methodist Church for as long as she could.&nbsp;

Mary took up quilting and produced three beautiful quilts that her sons and spouses received on their wedding day, but she didn’t stop with her sons.&nbsp; Many lucky folks received the blessings of one of Mary’s quilted wall hangings.

Survivors include: her sons, Ronald Wesley Crown (Annerose) of Crestwood, MO, Stanley Joel Crown (Bernice) of High Ridge, MO, and Dwight David Crown (Lori) of McPherson, KS; grandchildren, Thomas Crown (Sara) of Overland Park, KS, Rebekah Collins (Kyle) of Webster Groves, MO, Joel Crown (Stephanie) of High Ridge, MO, Hannah Crown of New York, NY, Brad Crown (Megan) of McPherson, KS, and Tyler Crown (Mollie) of Colorado Springs, CO; and a multitude of beloved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Milan; brother, Thomas Cranford Ensey; stepsisters, Lois Hanson, Mattie Lee Harrell, and Hazel Trawick; and stepbrothers, Clarence Ensey, Willis Ensey, and Lee Ensey.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 25, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until service time on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at McPherson Cemetery.

Mary Eunice Crown, daughter of Thomas L. and Martha E. (Cranford) Ensey, was born on May 5, 1923, in McKinney, Texas.&nbsp; On June 20, 2022, with family members present, Mary died in McPherson, KS, passing from this earthly life to her longed-for home in heaven.&nbsp;She graduated from Carmen High School in Carmen, OK as the 1941 class valedictorian.&nbsp; She attended Central College and after graduating and spending her junior year at Greenville College in Greenville, IL, Central College offered her a bookkeeping job for the 1944-1945 school year.&nbsp; After that, she attended Seattle Pacific College in Seattle, WA, and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business in 1946.Mary then returned to McPherson which remained her home for the rest of her life.&nbsp; From 1946 to 1949, she taught in Central’s business department and during these years, she met her life partner, Milan Wesley Crown, and they were married in 1949.After taking a break from teaching to raise their family of three sons, she took the secretary job to the academic dean at Central College and eventually became the college registrar from which position she retired in 1989.Milan’s sudden, unexpected death in March, 1973, shocked Mary and her sons.&nbsp; Mary’s faith that God would walk beside her family through the valley of death never wavered.&nbsp; She faithfully attended the Free Methodist Church for as long as she could.&nbsp;Mary took up quilting and produced three beautiful quilts that her sons and spouses received on their wedding day, but she didn’t stop with her sons.&nbsp; Many lucky folks received the blessings of one of Mary’s quilted wall hangings.Survivors include: her sons, Ronald Wesley Crown (Annerose) of Crestwood, MO, Stanley Joel Crown (Bernice) of High Ridge, MO, and Dwight David Crown (Lori) of McPherson, KS; grandchildren, Thomas Crown (Sara) of Overland Park, KS, Rebekah Collins (Kyle) of Webster Groves, MO, Joel Crown (Stephanie) of High Ridge, MO, Hannah Crown of New York, NY, Brad Crown (Megan) of McPherson, KS, and Tyler Crown (Mollie) of Colorado Springs, CO; and a multitude of beloved nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Milan; brother, Thomas Cranford Ensey; stepsisters, Lois Hanson, Mattie Lee Harrell, and Hazel Trawick; and stepbrothers, Clarence Ensey, Willis Ensey, and Lee Ensey.The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 25, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until service time on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at McPherson Cemetery.

Mary Eunice Crown  |1923-2022|  

Doris Ann Conrardy Goetz, 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, June 20, 2022.

She was born Oct. 24, 1925, in Willowdale, to George and Anna Zoeller Conrardy.&nbsp; She graduated from high school at Mt. Carmel Academy in Wichita and then attended Loretta Heights College in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp;

A lifelong resident of Kingman County, she married Edwin Goetz on Sept. 23, 1947, in Willowdale.&nbsp; They settled on a farm Southwest of Willowdale and lived there until moving to Kingman in 1959.&nbsp; Doris was a Physical Therapy aid at Kingman Community Hospital for twenty-five years.&nbsp; She loved baking, gardening, shopping and going out to dinner.&nbsp; She spent her final years at Wheatlands Healthcare Center in Kingman.

Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Goetz, who died in 1990; daughter Katherine; son Bob; parents George and Anna; brothers Paul and George Francis.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons John (Denise) Goetz, Stan (Debbie) Goetz; daughters Sharon Gastineau and Mary (Roger) Vanlandingham; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Parish rosary will be 6:30 p.m., Thursday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Kingman.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, also at St. Patrick Church.&nbsp; Friends may call from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Doris Ann Conrardy Goetz, 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, June 20, 2022.She was born Oct. 24, 1925, in Willowdale, to George and Anna Zoeller Conrardy.&nbsp; She graduated from high school at Mt. Carmel Academy in Wichita and then attended Loretta Heights College in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp;A lifelong resident of Kingman County, she married Edwin Goetz on Sept. 23, 1947, in Willowdale.&nbsp; They settled on a farm Southwest of Willowdale and lived there until moving to Kingman in 1959.&nbsp; Doris was a Physical Therapy aid at Kingman Community Hospital for twenty-five years.&nbsp; She loved baking, gardening, shopping and going out to dinner.&nbsp; She spent her final years at Wheatlands Healthcare Center in Kingman.Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Goetz, who died in 1990; daughter Katherine; son Bob; parents George and Anna; brothers Paul and George Francis.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons John (Denise) Goetz, Stan (Debbie) Goetz; daughters Sharon Gastineau and Mary (Roger) Vanlandingham; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.Parish rosary will be 6:30 p.m., Thursday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Kingman.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, also at St. Patrick Church.&nbsp; Friends may call from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Doris Ann Conrardy Goetz  |1925-2022|  

John Benjamin Wearing passed away peacefully on June 18, 2022, with his wife and sons by his side.

Ben was born March 2, 1953, in Salina, Kansas, to Paul and Verna Wearing. He was a graduate of Salina Central, Hutchinson Community College and Kansas State University. (EMAW, baby!)

Ben was a true news junkie. His newspaper career spanned more than 3 decades. He worked at weekly papers in Arkansas and Oklahoma before returning to his hometown to become the police beat reporter at the Salina Journal. There he worked for nearly 30 years, retiring in 2015 as the Executive Editor. During his time at the Journal, Ben was dedicated to making the daily paper accurate, interesting, and relevant to his readers. He was a natural journalist, curious and doggedly dedicated to getting the story right. As an editor, he was picky about the facts and the writing. He mentored many young reporters and students, some of whom remained in touch for years. His columns entertained readers; his editorials made them think. Many of his colleagues at the Journal became life-long friends.

Following his retirement, Ben spent even more time riding his beloved bicycles, cutting firewood, and taking over the kitchen.

Ben loved to cook and particularly to bake. His pies, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and most of all his cheesecakes were enjoyed by friends, family and colleagues for decades.&nbsp; Three bylines on page one earned a cheesecake.

As a journalist, Ben was cautious about getting overly involved with local organizations, wanting to avoid any appearance of conflict of interest. Once retired, he joined the AMBUCS at the urging of a friend and found a home with the ramp building crew. The service project combined his love of physical labor with his love of helping others.

In 1985 Ben and Betsy Green went on a lunch date. Two days later they went to dinner and talked until the restaurant closed. A year later they were engaged. They were married three months after that, on October 10, 1987. Theirs was a true love affair. He was her strongest supporter, helpmate and best friend. He was a thoughtful gift giver and frequently bought flowers, “just because.” &nbsp;Together they raised three sons that were the light of Ben’s life. When they were children, Ben wrestled and played with them, read them stories and taught them to work hard. &nbsp;As they became young adults, he listened to them, counseled them when asked, and encouraged them to pursue their dreams.

Ben enjoyed going on walks, visiting with neighbors chatting about cool cars or bikes. He was a loving dog parent and when walking his own pups, carried treats in his pocket for the neighborhood dogs. &nbsp;He was the guy who mowed a neighbor’s lawn, shoveled the sidewalk, or stopped by with a chainsaw to help with a downed limb.

Ben and Betsy loved to travel – alone, with friends, and mostly with their sons. &nbsp;In particular, he was always up for a trip to the Mountains. Ben loved spending time with his siblings. He also loved Betsy’s family and they often traveled to spend time with them. After he was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2014, Ben and Betsy were determined not to let cancer dictate their lives. They did not waste a minute of the time they had left.

Ben is survived by his wife, Betsy, sons James, Bob, and Christopher; a sister, Debbie Bengtson (Ken), brothers Gary (Lorrie), Steve (Vickie), Mike (Jan), and Pat; a sister-in-law, Judy Wearing, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Joe; and a sister-in-law, Ellen.

Ben was a tremendous husband, father, brother, and friend.&nbsp; He had a great sense of humor, was patient, never judgmental and seldom displayed anger. He was a workout fanatic, a grammar expert and had great legs.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 25, at 1:30 at the chapel at Webster Conference Center,&nbsp;2601 N. Ohio, in&nbsp;Salina.

Memorials to honor him can go to the Salina Breakfast Bandits AMBUCS for the ramp building project (P.O. 1952, Salina, KS 67402-1952) or to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center (c/o Salina Regional Health Foundation,&nbsp;P.O. Box 618, Salina, KS 67402-0618).

For more information or to leave condolences go to <a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>John Benjamin Wearing passed away peacefully on June 18, 2022, with his wife and sons by his side.Ben was born March 2, 1953, in Salina, Kansas, to Paul and Verna Wearing. He was a graduate of Salina Central, Hutchinson Community College and Kansas State University. (EMAW, baby!)Ben was a true news junkie. His newspaper career spanned more than 3 decades. He worked at weekly papers in Arkansas and Oklahoma before returning to his hometown to become the police beat reporter at the Salina Journal. There he worked for nearly 30 years, retiring in 2015 as the Executive Editor. During his time at the Journal, Ben was dedicated to making the daily paper accurate, interesting, and relevant to his readers. He was a natural journalist, curious and doggedly dedicated to getting the story right. As an editor, he was picky about the facts and the writing. He mentored many young reporters and students, some of whom remained in touch for years. His columns entertained readers; his editorials made them think. Many of his colleagues at the Journal became life-long friends.Following his retirement, Ben spent even more time riding his beloved bicycles, cutting firewood, and taking over the kitchen.Ben loved to cook and particularly to bake. His pies, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and most of all his cheesecakes were enjoyed by friends, family and colleagues for decades.&nbsp; Three bylines on page one earned a cheesecake.As a journalist, Ben was cautious about getting overly involved with local organizations, wanting to avoid any appearance of conflict of interest. Once retired, he joined the AMBUCS at the urging of a friend and found a home with the ramp building crew. The service project combined his love of physical labor with his love of helping others.In 1985 Ben and Betsy Green went on a lunch date. Two days later they went to dinner and talked until the restaurant closed. A year later they were engaged. They were married three months after that, on October 10, 1987. Theirs was a true love affair. He was her strongest supporter, helpmate and best friend. He was a thoughtful gift giver and frequently bought flowers, “just because.” &nbsp;Together they raised three sons that were the light of Ben’s life. When they were children, Ben wrestled and played with them, read them stories and taught them to work hard. &nbsp;As they became young adults, he listened to them, counseled them when asked, and encouraged them to pursue their dreams.Ben enjoyed going on walks, visiting with neighbors chatting about cool cars or bikes. He was a loving dog parent and when walking his own pups, carried treats in his pocket for the neighborhood dogs. &nbsp;He was the guy who mowed a neighbor’s lawn, shoveled the sidewalk, or stopped by with a chainsaw to help with a downed limb.Ben and Betsy loved to travel – alone, with friends, and mostly with their sons. &nbsp;In particular, he was always up for a trip to the Mountains. Ben loved spending time with his siblings. He also loved Betsy’s family and they often traveled to spend time with them. After he was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2014, Ben and Betsy were determined not to let cancer dictate their lives. They did not waste a minute of the time they had left.Ben is survived by his wife, Betsy, sons James, Bob, and Christopher; a sister, Debbie Bengtson (Ken), brothers Gary (Lorrie), Steve (Vickie), Mike (Jan), and Pat; a sister-in-law, Judy Wearing, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Joe; and a sister-in-law, Ellen.Ben was a tremendous husband, father, brother, and friend.&nbsp; He had a great sense of humor, was patient, never judgmental and seldom displayed anger. He was a workout fanatic, a grammar expert and had great legs.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 25, at 1:30 at the chapel at Webster Conference Center,&nbsp;2601 N. Ohio, in&nbsp;Salina.Memorials to honor him can go to the Salina Breakfast Bandits AMBUCS for the ramp building project (P.O. 1952, Salina, KS 67402-1952) or to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center (c/o Salina Regional Health Foundation,&nbsp;P.O. Box 618, Salina, KS 67402-0618).For more information or to leave condolences go to <a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>.

John Benjamin Wearing

Larry was born on November 20, 1942, in Lyons, the
youngest of three children to William and Edna (White) Blankenship.

Larry served in the U.S. Army from May 20, 1964, through May
10, 1966, then began his nearly 40-year career with KP&amp;L/Westar Energy
starting out as a lineman and retiring in management. He married Merilyn “Beth”
Ward on November 19, 1966.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Beth, of the home; daughter,
Julie (Scott) Sackrider, Lawrence; son, Ward (Jennifer) Blankenship,
Overland Park; granddaughters, Rebekah (Ross) Clouse-Westervelt, Lakewood,
CO; Finley Blankenship, Overland Park; brother, Gary (Karol) Blankenship,
Shell Knob, MO; sister, Dee (Clarence) Poppelreiter, Holyrood; numerous
nephews, nieces, friends, and beloved dogs, Jade and Reno.

Memorial contributions may be made in Larry’s name to: Harry
Hynes Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, 67202 or Geneseo United Methodist
Church, 407 8th Street, Geneseo, 67444. Downing &amp; Lahey Mortuary – West
Chapel.

For Graveside Memorial Services information and to share
tributes online please visit www.dlwichita.com

Larry was born on November 20, 1942, in Lyons, the
youngest of three children to William and Edna (White) Blankenship.Larry served in the U.S. Army from May 20, 1964, through May
10, 1966, then began his nearly 40-year career with KP&amp;L/Westar Energy
starting out as a lineman and retiring in management. He married Merilyn “Beth”
Ward on November 19, 1966.Larry was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife, Beth, of the home; daughter,
Julie (Scott) Sackrider, Lawrence; son, Ward (Jennifer) Blankenship,
Overland Park; granddaughters, Rebekah (Ross) Clouse-Westervelt, Lakewood,
CO; Finley Blankenship, Overland Park; brother, Gary (Karol) Blankenship,
Shell Knob, MO; sister, Dee (Clarence) Poppelreiter, Holyrood; numerous
nephews, nieces, friends, and beloved dogs, Jade and Reno.Memorial contributions may be made in Larry’s name to: Harry
Hynes Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, 67202 or Geneseo United Methodist
Church, 407 8th Street, Geneseo, 67444. Downing &amp; Lahey Mortuary – West
Chapel.For Graveside Memorial Services information and to share
tributes online please visit www.dlwichita.com

Larry Blankeship  |1942-2022|  

Janice Lynn Reimer, 89, died Thursday (June 16, 2022) at her home in Hesston. She was born May 11, 1933, in Newton. She graduated from Arkansas City High School and then attended Nurses Training at Stormont Vail in Topeka. Janice married LeRoy Reimer of Goessel in January of 1955.

This marriage was blessed with four boys: Tim, Tom, James and John. The majority of Janice’s career was spent in nursing, first for Dr. Olson in Newton and then at Newton Medical Hospital. In 1962 she became the Director of Nursing and first RN at Schowalter Villa and ended her nursing career as a Hospice Nurse for Harvey County. After retirement, Janice enjoyed serving in the church, spending time with family and friends, needlework, and all kinds of handwork. In her later years, Janice enjoyed following her grandkids’ activities, traveling with LeRoy and outings with friends.&nbsp; Spending time with her family gave her the greatest joy. Janice was a spiritual mom to many people. She has had a profound influence on not only her family, but many others as well.

She is survived by sons, Tim, and wife Annie, of Hesston; Tom, and wife Gretchen, of Hesston; James, and wife Piper, of Prairie Village; and John, and wife Cindy, of Hesston; and eight grandchildren.

A private family burial will be held Saturday, June 25. A celebration service will be held at Hesston MB Church, July 9 at 10:30 am.

Janice Lynn Reimer, 89, died Thursday (June 16, 2022) at her home in Hesston. She was born May 11, 1933, in Newton. She graduated from Arkansas City High School and then attended Nurses Training at Stormont Vail in Topeka. Janice married LeRoy Reimer of Goessel in January of 1955.This marriage was blessed with four boys: Tim, Tom, James and John. The majority of Janice’s career was spent in nursing, first for Dr. Olson in Newton and then at Newton Medical Hospital. In 1962 she became the Director of Nursing and first RN at Schowalter Villa and ended her nursing career as a Hospice Nurse for Harvey County. After retirement, Janice enjoyed serving in the church, spending time with family and friends, needlework, and all kinds of handwork. In her later years, Janice enjoyed following her grandkids’ activities, traveling with LeRoy and outings with friends.&nbsp; Spending time with her family gave her the greatest joy. Janice was a spiritual mom to many people. She has had a profound influence on not only her family, but many others as well.She is survived by sons, Tim, and wife Annie, of Hesston; Tom, and wife Gretchen, of Hesston; James, and wife Piper, of Prairie Village; and John, and wife Cindy, of Hesston; and eight grandchildren.A private family burial will be held Saturday, June 25. A celebration service will be held at Hesston MB Church, July 9 at 10:30 am.

Janice Lynn Reimer  |1933-2022|

Richard Lee Danford, 80, passed away in Hutchinson, Kansas, on June 18, 2022.&nbsp; He was born on April 19, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Earl Lewis Danford and Delma Louise ( Culbertson) Danford.&nbsp; 

Richard enjoyed attending church and listening to the music, he also enjoyed watching westerns on the television and being on the computer.&nbsp; He loved going out to eat at IHOP and spending time with the kids.

Richard is survived by his wife, Joan Danford, of 27 years; sister, Delores Martin; step-son, Shannon Kappel; grandson, Dustin Danford, of Manhattan; nephews, Ricky and Travis Barragan, and numerous family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Mark Danford; sister, Linda Barragan; step-daughter, Corrina Buck; and step-son, John Kappel.

Richard Lee Danford, 80, passed away in Hutchinson, Kansas, on June 18, 2022.&nbsp; He was born on April 19, 1942, in Hutchinson, to Earl Lewis Danford and Delma Louise ( Culbertson) Danford.&nbsp; Richard enjoyed attending church and listening to the music, he also enjoyed watching westerns on the television and being on the computer.&nbsp; He loved going out to eat at IHOP and spending time with the kids.Richard is survived by his wife, Joan Danford, of 27 years; sister, Delores Martin; step-son, Shannon Kappel; grandson, Dustin Danford, of Manhattan; nephews, Ricky and Travis Barragan, and numerous family and friends.He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Mark Danford; sister, Linda Barragan; step-daughter, Corrina Buck; and step-son, John Kappel.

Richard Lee Danford  |1942-2022|

Daniel Dee Grubb, 66, passed away June 15, 2022, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born on September 15, 1955, to Samuel and Dorthea (Carver) Grubb, in Great Bend.

Daniel loved life, especially spending time and going places with his children and grandchildren; he had a sense of humor and was sarcastic.&nbsp; During his working career, he was a welder and also served for 32 years in the military as a First Lieutenant, being stationed in Iraq and Kosovo.&nbsp; Daniel enjoyed watching Sci-Fi and Action movies; flipping houses; fly-fishing, animals, and guns.

He is survived by his wife, Marcia Grubb; son, Jonas Grubb; step sons, Joshua ( Hulya) Hernandez, and Nathan ( Samantha) Hernandez; daughter, Lindsey ( Josh) Mitchell; step daughters, Renee Hernandez and Samantha Hernandez; brothers, Noel ( Kristin) Grubb, and James ( Teresa) Grubb; sisters, Linda ( Don) Ewing, and Sammie ( Melvin) Reif; 12 grandchildren, Alexia, Ethan, Livy, Jentry, John, Trevion, Trinity, Serenity, Chasity, Amya, Arda, and Kaydince.

Daniel Dee Grubb, 66, passed away June 15, 2022, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born on September 15, 1955, to Samuel and Dorthea (Carver) Grubb, in Great Bend.Daniel loved life, especially spending time and going places with his children and grandchildren; he had a sense of humor and was sarcastic.&nbsp; During his working career, he was a welder and also served for 32 years in the military as a First Lieutenant, being stationed in Iraq and Kosovo.&nbsp; Daniel enjoyed watching Sci-Fi and Action movies; flipping houses; fly-fishing, animals, and guns.He is survived by his wife, Marcia Grubb; son, Jonas Grubb; step sons, Joshua ( Hulya) Hernandez, and Nathan ( Samantha) Hernandez; daughter, Lindsey ( Josh) Mitchell; step daughters, Renee Hernandez and Samantha Hernandez; brothers, Noel ( Kristin) Grubb, and James ( Teresa) Grubb; sisters, Linda ( Don) Ewing, and Sammie ( Melvin) Reif; 12 grandchildren, Alexia, Ethan, Livy, Jentry, John, Trevion, Trinity, Serenity, Chasity, Amya, Arda, and Kaydince.He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation will take place.

Daniel Dee Grubb  |1955-2022|

Delores Laverne “Sis” (Smith) Cook, 89,&nbsp;passed&nbsp;away Sunday, June 19, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born October 4, 1932 in Optima, Oklahoma to Ethel (Whaley) and Howard Smith.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores graduated from Guymon High School, Guymon, Oklahoma in 1951 and moved to Hutchinson to attend Salt City Business College.&nbsp;&nbsp;After graduation, she worked at Far-Mar-Co, Baize and Son Jewelers, and Union National Bank, where she received the President’s Customer Service Award.&nbsp;&nbsp;She retired from Commerce Bank in 1994.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores married Eual E. Cook on September 1, 1957.&nbsp;&nbsp;They were married for 42 years until his death.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores was a member of the Uvedale Chapter of the DAR in Hutchinson and attended First Church of God.&nbsp;&nbsp;Delores was an avid reader, spent many hours pursuing her interest in genealogy, and enjoyed playing dominoes with friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers, Lawrence Smith and Fay Smith, and an infant sister.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include her daughter Jennifer R. Cook (Matthew Goddard) of Topeka, a cousin, Kay (Kenneth) Brinkley, of Amarillo, Texas and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp; Funeral services will be Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at&nbsp;Hutchinson&nbsp;Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will take place at Partridge Cemetery, Partridge.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Delores Laverne “Sis” (Smith) Cook, 89,&nbsp;passed&nbsp;away Sunday, June 19, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born October 4, 1932 in Optima, Oklahoma to Ethel (Whaley) and Howard Smith.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores graduated from Guymon High School, Guymon, Oklahoma in 1951 and moved to Hutchinson to attend Salt City Business College.&nbsp;&nbsp;After graduation, she worked at Far-Mar-Co, Baize and Son Jewelers, and Union National Bank, where she received the President’s Customer Service Award.&nbsp;&nbsp;She retired from Commerce Bank in 1994.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores married Eual E. Cook on September 1, 1957.&nbsp;&nbsp;They were married for 42 years until his death.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores was a member of the Uvedale Chapter of the DAR in Hutchinson and attended First Church of God.&nbsp;&nbsp;Delores was an avid reader, spent many hours pursuing her interest in genealogy, and enjoyed playing dominoes with friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers, Lawrence Smith and Fay Smith, and an infant sister.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include her daughter Jennifer R. Cook (Matthew Goddard) of Topeka, a cousin, Kay (Kenneth) Brinkley, of Amarillo, Texas and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp; Funeral services will be Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at&nbsp;Hutchinson&nbsp;Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will take place at Partridge Cemetery, Partridge.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Delores Laverne “Sis” (Smith) Cook  |1932-2022|

Maria M. Dreisziger, 77, died June 17, 2022, in Parker, CO. She was born June 10, 1945, in Vöcklabruck, Austria, to Joseph and Magdalena (Scheffer) Norby.

Maria graduated from Bay Village High School in 1963 and Cum Laude Wichita State University, BS in Computer Science in 1985. She was retired computer programmer from Cessna. On November 16, 1963, she married the love of her life Adam Dreisziger, in Bay Village, OH. He died on August 30, 2018. She loved giving her time to the Hutchinson Symphony and the Hutchinson Public Library as well as tutoring English, playing the piano, oil painting and gardening. Maria had a weekly article in the opinion section of the Hutchinson News for many years where she had many followers.

Maria is survived by: son, Andrew (Renee) Dreisziger; daughter, Elena Dreisziger; grandchildren, Cassidy (Justin)Hood, Shayla Dreisziger, Daisy, Aidan, Calvin and Maggie Fisher, Jessi (David) Engel; great-grandchildren, Jaxith Dreisziger, Austin Davis and Blaze Walworth; sister, Yolanda Norby.

Parish Rosary will be Thursday, June, 23, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. followed by Parish Mass at 10:30 a.m., at Church of the Holy Cross. Friends may call Wednesday, June 22, 2022 from 9-8 at Elliott Mortuary.

Maria M. Dreisziger, 77, died June 17, 2022, in Parker, CO. She was born June 10, 1945, in Vöcklabruck, Austria, to Joseph and Magdalena (Scheffer) Norby. Maria graduated from Bay Village High School in 1963 and Cum Laude Wichita State University, BS in Computer Science in 1985. She was retired computer programmer from Cessna. On November 16, 1963, she married the love of her life Adam Dreisziger, in Bay Village, OH. He died on August 30, 2018. She loved giving her time to the Hutchinson Symphony and the Hutchinson Public Library as well as tutoring English, playing the piano, oil painting and gardening. Maria had a weekly article in the opinion section of the Hutchinson News for many years where she had many followers. Maria is survived by: son, Andrew (Renee) Dreisziger; daughter, Elena Dreisziger; grandchildren, Cassidy (Justin)Hood, Shayla Dreisziger, Daisy, Aidan, Calvin and Maggie Fisher, Jessi (David) Engel; great-grandchildren, Jaxith Dreisziger, Austin Davis and Blaze Walworth; sister, Yolanda Norby. Parish Rosary will be Thursday, June, 23, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. followed by Parish Mass at 10:30 a.m., at Church of the Holy Cross. Friends may call Wednesday, June 22, 2022 from 9-8 at Elliott Mortuary.

Maria M. Dreisziger  |1945-2022|

Robbie Gaynell Miller, 95, of Paradise Valley, AZ, died June 17, 2022, at Sun Quest Manor, Paradise Valley, AZ. She was born November 9, 1926,&nbsp; in Decatur, MS, the daughter of Clyde and Onnie Majure. Robbie was the 9th&nbsp;of 13 children.

Robbie was a lifetime resident of Hutchinson, where she was a school teacher, librarian, and remedial reading specialist for 17 years. She retired to Fountain Hills, AZ, where she lived for 11 years. Robbie was a member of&nbsp; First Baptist Church, Hutchinson, for 60 years, and was a current &nbsp;member of North Chapel, Fountain Hills, AZ.

On May 10, 1946, she married Christy C. Miller in Decatur, MS. &nbsp;He died April 30, 2009, after they shared almost 63 years of marriage.

Robbie is survived by: son, Freeman Lance Miller of Mission Hills; daughter, Brenda Gay Shaffer (Ron) of Fountain Hills, AZ; four grandchildren, Stephanie Shaffer Dieterich and Chris Shaffer and their families of Phoenix, AZ, and Emily Miller Hutsell and Jacob Miller and their families of &nbsp;Kansas City; 10 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Joy Wilson McCool and Vicki Souder.

She was preceeded in death by: her parents; daughter-in-law, Barbara Allphin Miller, MD; and 10 brothers and sisters.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 27, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

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Robbie Gaynell Miller, 95, of Paradise Valley, AZ, died June 17, 2022, at Sun Quest Manor, Paradise Valley, AZ. She was born November 9, 1926,&nbsp; in Decatur, MS, the daughter of Clyde and Onnie Majure. Robbie was the 9th&nbsp;of 13 children.Robbie was a lifetime resident of Hutchinson, where she was a school teacher, librarian, and remedial reading specialist for 17 years. She retired to Fountain Hills, AZ, where she lived for 11 years. Robbie was a member of&nbsp; First Baptist Church, Hutchinson, for 60 years, and was a current &nbsp;member of North Chapel, Fountain Hills, AZ.On May 10, 1946, she married Christy C. Miller in Decatur, MS. &nbsp;He died April 30, 2009, after they shared almost 63 years of marriage.Robbie is survived by: son, Freeman Lance Miller of Mission Hills; daughter, Brenda Gay Shaffer (Ron) of Fountain Hills, AZ; four grandchildren, Stephanie Shaffer Dieterich and Chris Shaffer and their families of Phoenix, AZ, and Emily Miller Hutsell and Jacob Miller and their families of &nbsp;Kansas City; 10 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Joy Wilson McCool and Vicki Souder.She was preceeded in death by: her parents; daughter-in-law, Barbara Allphin Miller, MD; and 10 brothers and sisters.Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 27, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1655777839191184">click here to view Robbie's Funeral Service</a>

Robbie Gaynell Miller  |1926-2022|

Alice K. Murphey, 79, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2022. She was born on April 10, 1943 in Kingman to Bruno and Florence (Marx) Harbert. Alice graduated from St. Mary's Of The Plains in Dodge City. She worked as a Registered Nurse. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where she was a member of Altar Society and taught CCD . She was an avid gardener but also enjoyed volunteering with the Senior Center in Pratt, crafting, tatting lace, playing cards with her girl friends and spending time with grandchildren whether it be babysitting or attending their activities. She is survived by daughters, Dana Murphey of Ellinwood and Heather Murphey of Cunningham; sister, Delores (Marion "Bud") Sloan of Joplin, Missouri; grandchildren, Ian Murphey Hosler of Ellinwood and Marlow Murphey Hosler of Manhattan. Alice is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Pauline "Sister Mary Helen" Harbert. Cremation has taken place. Rosary will be held at 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30 a.m., both on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cunningham. The family will receive friends following the service. Inurnment will be held at a later date at St. Leo Catholic Cemetery, St. Leo.

Alice K. Murphey, 79, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2022. She was born on April 10, 1943 in Kingman to Bruno and Florence (Marx) Harbert. Alice graduated from St. Mary's Of The Plains in Dodge City. She worked as a Registered Nurse. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where she was a member of Altar Society and taught CCD . She was an avid gardener but also enjoyed volunteering with the Senior Center in Pratt, crafting, tatting lace, playing cards with her girl friends and spending time with grandchildren whether it be babysitting or attending their activities. She is survived by daughters, Dana Murphey of Ellinwood and Heather Murphey of Cunningham; sister, Delores (Marion "Bud") Sloan of Joplin, Missouri; grandchildren, Ian Murphey Hosler of Ellinwood and Marlow Murphey Hosler of Manhattan. Alice is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Pauline "Sister Mary Helen" Harbert. Cremation has taken place. Rosary will be held at 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30 a.m., both on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cunningham. The family will receive friends following the service. Inurnment will be held at a later date at St. Leo Catholic Cemetery, St. Leo.

Alice K. Murphey  |1943-2022|

Mary Ellen Shank, 86 left to walk hand in hand with the angels on Friday, June 17th, 2022, at age 86 at Grand Plains Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation of Pratt. 

She was born at the family home southwest of St. John on December 24, 1935. She died after a valiantly fought long illness. Her pain is now gone as she rejoices in heaven. Predeceased by her mother Cora Helen Waters, father Harry Judah Waters, sister Harriet (B.D) McAnally, brother Ernest (Alice) Waters. She is survived by her loving husband Robert Shank, and her surviving children Theryne (Steve) Schwartz of Colwich, and Kevyn Shank of Pratt.

Mary Ellen attended rural Livingston Grade School. She was a Polio survivor and as a child was in an iron lung ventilator for many months. She graduated from St. John High School in 1954. She was a graduate of St. John High School and McPherson College, a private college associated with the Church of the Brethren. She taught 4th grade at Johnson Elementary, Johnson, before she married the love of her life Robert.

On March 17th, 1957, she married Robert Henry Shank at The Eden Valley Church of the Brethren in St. John. Her only regret is leaving Robert, whom she loved completely and faithfully for 65 years.

Mary Ellen was active in the Federation of Democratic Women of Kansas where she served as State President and Vice-President for many years. She also served as Governor Robert B. Docking’s alternate delegate at the Democratic National Committee in Florida. She was Director of the Girls Club in Bartlesville, OK when the family lived in Oklahoma. She retired from Plus Six Hallmark Stores Pratt. Mary Ellen loved crossword puzzles, reading, painting, gardening, and genealogy. She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution and Daughters of Union Soldiers. Her love of animals her cats, dogs &amp; horses but her greatest love above all else was her family. The family would like to thank the dedicated doctors and nurses at the Pratt Regional Medical Center and Grand Plains Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation and Interim Hospice Health Care for their unparalleled compassion for her and her family. A graveside celebration service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Neelands Cemetery, Southwest 40th Street, St. John, with John Hamm presiding.

Mary Ellen Shank, 86 left to walk hand in hand with the angels on Friday, June 17th, 2022, at age 86 at Grand Plains Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation of Pratt. She was born at the family home southwest of St. John on December 24, 1935. She died after a valiantly fought long illness. Her pain is now gone as she rejoices in heaven. Predeceased by her mother Cora Helen Waters, father Harry Judah Waters, sister Harriet (B.D) McAnally, brother Ernest (Alice) Waters. She is survived by her loving husband Robert Shank, and her surviving children Theryne (Steve) Schwartz of Colwich, and Kevyn Shank of Pratt. Mary Ellen attended rural Livingston Grade School. She was a Polio survivor and as a child was in an iron lung ventilator for many months. She graduated from St. John High School in 1954. She was a graduate of St. John High School and McPherson College, a private college associated with the Church of the Brethren. She taught 4th grade at Johnson Elementary, Johnson, before she married the love of her life Robert. On March 17th, 1957, she married Robert Henry Shank at The Eden Valley Church of the Brethren in St. John. Her only regret is leaving Robert, whom she loved completely and faithfully for 65 years. Mary Ellen was active in the Federation of Democratic Women of Kansas where she served as State President and Vice-President for many years. She also served as Governor Robert B. Docking’s alternate delegate at the Democratic National Committee in Florida. She was Director of the Girls Club in Bartlesville, OK when the family lived in Oklahoma. She retired from Plus Six Hallmark Stores Pratt. Mary Ellen loved crossword puzzles, reading, painting, gardening, and genealogy. She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution and Daughters of Union Soldiers. Her love of animals her cats, dogs &amp; horses but her greatest love above all else was her family. The family would like to thank the dedicated doctors and nurses at the Pratt Regional Medical Center and Grand Plains Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation and Interim Hospice Health Care for their unparalleled compassion for her and her family. A graveside celebration service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Neelands Cemetery, Southwest 40th Street, St. John, with John Hamm presiding.

Mary Ellen Shank  |1935-2022|

Sueanne Margaret Bertram, 75, of Pratt, passed away June 16, 2022 at her residence. She was born March 1, 1947 in Great Bend, to Marion and Ardis (Shepherd) Bennett. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Greensburg, and the Pilot Club. She is survived by her son, Noel Bertram of Wichita; sister, Joanne Lesher of Pratt; brother, Richard (Beverly) Bennett of Canyon, TX; Sueanne was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Bertram on December 1, 2016 and her parents. Visitation will be on Thursday, June 23, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6-7 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt, 67124. Graveside services will be on Friday, June 24, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Fairview Cemetery, Greensburg, with Pastor Keith Dellenbach presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sueanne Margaret Bertram, 75, of Pratt, passed away June 16, 2022 at her residence. She was born March 1, 1947 in Great Bend, to Marion and Ardis (Shepherd) Bennett. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Greensburg, and the Pilot Club. She is survived by her son, Noel Bertram of Wichita; sister, Joanne Lesher of Pratt; brother, Richard (Beverly) Bennett of Canyon, TX; Sueanne was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Bertram on December 1, 2016 and her parents. Visitation will be on Thursday, June 23, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6-7 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt, 67124. Graveside services will be on Friday, June 24, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Fairview Cemetery, Greensburg, with Pastor Keith Dellenbach presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sueanne Margaret Bertram  |1947-2022|

Helen Marie Simon, 100 years old, (born November 29, 1921) of Maize, passed away on June 15, 2022. Helen was born to Jennie and Harry Nicholson of Maize. She is proceeded in death by her parents, her husband Marcellus “Sally” Simon, and her five brothers, Bill (1903-1978), Jim (1905-1936), Gene (Cricket 1907-1977), Clyde (Trapper- 1909-2001), and George (1917-1995).

Helen wed Marcellus (Sally) Simon on August 13th, of 1946. Together, Sally and Helen built their farmstead and raised two children, Steve Simon (Sherryl Simon) and Diane Taylor (Michael Taylor) both of Maize, Kansas. Along with the farm operation they built, Sally and Helen opened the doors to M&amp;N Raceway (Now Kansas International Drag-way) in 1963.

Helen was always the hardest worker on the farm and she was the first to let you know that. She could always be found helping in the chutes, running grain to the elevator, swathing hay, or helping build fence. Her work ethic was truly unmatched. In her later years she could be found cruising around on her John Deere Gator causing havoc to her neighbors and keeping her family busy tracking her down. She was the glue that held her family together.

Helen leaves behind her two children, 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 2 great, great grandchildren. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, friend, and so much more. Helen will deeply missed by all those who were lucky enough to know her.

Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 22, at Baker Funeral Home Chapel - Valley Center. Graveside will follow the service at Maize Park Cemetery, 12733 W. 53rd St. N., Maize, Kansas.

Helen Marie Simon, 100 years old, (born November 29, 1921) of Maize, passed away on June 15, 2022. Helen was born to Jennie and Harry Nicholson of Maize. She is proceeded in death by her parents, her husband Marcellus “Sally” Simon, and her five brothers, Bill (1903-1978), Jim (1905-1936), Gene (Cricket 1907-1977), Clyde (Trapper- 1909-2001), and George (1917-1995).Helen wed Marcellus (Sally) Simon on August 13th, of 1946. Together, Sally and Helen built their farmstead and raised two children, Steve Simon (Sherryl Simon) and Diane Taylor (Michael Taylor) both of Maize, Kansas. Along with the farm operation they built, Sally and Helen opened the doors to M&amp;N Raceway (Now Kansas International Drag-way) in 1963.Helen was always the hardest worker on the farm and she was the first to let you know that. She could always be found helping in the chutes, running grain to the elevator, swathing hay, or helping build fence. Her work ethic was truly unmatched. In her later years she could be found cruising around on her John Deere Gator causing havoc to her neighbors and keeping her family busy tracking her down. She was the glue that held her family together.Helen leaves behind her two children, 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 2 great, great grandchildren. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, friend, and so much more. Helen will deeply missed by all those who were lucky enough to know her.Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 22, at Baker Funeral Home Chapel - Valley Center. Graveside will follow the service at Maize Park Cemetery, 12733 W. 53rd St. N., Maize, Kansas.

Helen Marie Simon  |1921-2022|

B. Ray Bratcher, 92, of McPherson, and formerly of Maysville, OK, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022, surrounded by family at Brookdale Assisted Living, McPherson.&nbsp; He was a farmer and also was a gas plant operator, pipeline operator, and truck driver.

Ray was born on May 11, 1930, in Washington, OK.&nbsp; He graduated from high school in Maysville, OK.&nbsp; &nbsp;

He served in the United States Air Force.

On April 15, 1950, Ray was united in marriage to Winonah Frances White in Gainesville, TX.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on February 28, 1986.&nbsp; He married Leona Mabel (Jacobson) Whited on April 3, 1997, in McPherson.

Survivors include: his wife, Leona; children, Mike Bratcher (Lou Rice) of Houston, TX; Kent Bratcher (Rhonda) of Yukon, OK; Gary Bratcher (Donna Taylor) of Dallas, TX; Gary Wayne Whited (Arnell) of Hutchinson; Ron Whited (Carolyn) of Grifton, NC; and Wanda Weyand (Robert) of McPherson; a brother, Garland Bratcher (Vivian) of Maysville, OK; 14 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his mother, Eula Bratcher, and siblings, Joyce Carlberg, Wanda Johnson, and Burnis Bratcher.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; A service and burial will be held in Maysville, OK.

B. Ray Bratcher, 92, of McPherson, and formerly of Maysville, OK, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022, surrounded by family at Brookdale Assisted Living, McPherson.&nbsp; He was a farmer and also was a gas plant operator, pipeline operator, and truck driver.Ray was born on May 11, 1930, in Washington, OK.&nbsp; He graduated from high school in Maysville, OK.&nbsp; &nbsp;He served in the United States Air Force.On April 15, 1950, Ray was united in marriage to Winonah Frances White in Gainesville, TX.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on February 28, 1986.&nbsp; He married Leona Mabel (Jacobson) Whited on April 3, 1997, in McPherson.Survivors include: his wife, Leona; children, Mike Bratcher (Lou Rice) of Houston, TX; Kent Bratcher (Rhonda) of Yukon, OK; Gary Bratcher (Donna Taylor) of Dallas, TX; Gary Wayne Whited (Arnell) of Hutchinson; Ron Whited (Carolyn) of Grifton, NC; and Wanda Weyand (Robert) of McPherson; a brother, Garland Bratcher (Vivian) of Maysville, OK; 14 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his mother, Eula Bratcher, and siblings, Joyce Carlberg, Wanda Johnson, and Burnis Bratcher.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; A service and burial will be held in Maysville, OK.

B. Ray Bratcher  |1930-2022|

Gary Robert Armour, 73, of Shawnee, passed away Friday, June 17, 2022 at his home after a 17 month courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.  Gary was born September 7, 1948 in Dunkirk, NY to the late Robert E. and Elinor S. (Hubbard) Armour.  

He married his high school sweetheart, Janice Baker on July 15, 1967 at Salina First Presbyterian Church.  Gary earned a Master’s degree from Kansas State University and was a career Mathematics Teacher. He began his teaching career at Clay Center. For 9 years. Gary then taught 24 years at  Salina Central, 7 years at McPherson, and 1 year at Erie CO. He also taught part-time at K-State Salina.  Gary also coached football, basketball, and wrestling during his career. In 1996 he was the USD 305 Secondary Teacher of the Year and a candidate for Kansas Teacher of the Year. Gary believed that teaching was a calling and he loved teaching and interacting with his students. He was a member of Salina First Presbyterian Church, KNEA, and Phi Kappa Phi.  

He is survived by his wife: Janice Armour, of Shawnee; daughters: Dr. Chris Pickett, D.V.M. of Shawnee; and Penny Armour (John Walker) of Draper, UT; sons: Michael Armour (Cindy) of Benicia, CA; and Tim Armour (Lesley Reed) of Baton Rouge, LA;  sister: Sue Hine (Rod) of Concordia; as well as nine grandchildren: Emily Armour, Ellen Armour, Alicia Pickett, Josh Pickett, Noah Pickett, Natalie Bowman, Andrew Bowman, Jack Bowman, and Quinnlan Armour. Gary is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Gary was preceded in death by his parents and sister-in-law: Deanna Crick.

Cremation has been chosen and memorial services will be announced at a later date. 

Gary Robert Armour, 73, of Shawnee, passed away Friday, June 17, 2022 at his home after a 17 month courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Gary was born September 7, 1948 in Dunkirk, NY to the late Robert E. and Elinor S. (Hubbard) Armour. He married his high school sweetheart, Janice Baker on July 15, 1967 at Salina First Presbyterian Church. Gary earned a Master’s degree from Kansas State University and was a career Mathematics Teacher. He began his teaching career at Clay Center. For 9 years. Gary then taught 24 years at Salina Central, 7 years at McPherson, and 1 year at Erie CO. He also taught part-time at K-State Salina. Gary also coached football, basketball, and wrestling during his career. In 1996 he was the USD 305 Secondary Teacher of the Year and a candidate for Kansas Teacher of the Year. Gary believed that teaching was a calling and he loved teaching and interacting with his students. He was a member of Salina First Presbyterian Church, KNEA, and Phi Kappa Phi. He is survived by his wife: Janice Armour, of Shawnee; daughters: Dr. Chris Pickett, D.V.M. of Shawnee; and Penny Armour (John Walker) of Draper, UT; sons: Michael Armour (Cindy) of Benicia, CA; and Tim Armour (Lesley Reed) of Baton Rouge, LA; sister: Sue Hine (Rod) of Concordia; as well as nine grandchildren: Emily Armour, Ellen Armour, Alicia Pickett, Josh Pickett, Noah Pickett, Natalie Bowman, Andrew Bowman, Jack Bowman, and Quinnlan Armour. Gary is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and sister-in-law: Deanna Crick.Cremation has been chosen and memorial services will be announced at a later date.

Gary Robert Armour  |1967-2022|

Joseph William Duhon, 86, died June 17, 2022 at his home in Kingman.

He was born March 12, 1936, at Mt. Belvieu, Texas the son of John Sweeney and Martha Catherine Arbaugh Duhon.&nbsp; A Kingman resident since 1978, he was a retired painter for Cessna AirCraft.

On Nov. 24, 1972, he married Carolyn Sue Sumpter.&nbsp; Other survivors include sons and their wives, Joseph, Jr and Debbie, Jeff and Gaby, Frank and Julie, Al and Marie, and Lee; daughters and their husbands Kathy and David Campbell, Nancy and Tony Winegarden, Cindy Stohr and Rodney McDaniel; brother Ronnie Duhon; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by daughter Dorothy Pearson; a brother John Duhon; and granddaughter Christine Marie Duhon.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 23, 2022 at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial with military rites will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Joseph William Duhon, 86, died June 17, 2022 at his home in Kingman.He was born March 12, 1936, at Mt. Belvieu, Texas the son of John Sweeney and Martha Catherine Arbaugh Duhon.&nbsp; A Kingman resident since 1978, he was a retired painter for Cessna AirCraft.Joseph was a veteran of the U.S. Army.On Nov. 24, 1972, he married Carolyn Sue Sumpter.&nbsp; Other survivors include sons and their wives, Joseph, Jr and Debbie, Jeff and Gaby, Frank and Julie, Al and Marie, and Lee; daughters and their husbands Kathy and David Campbell, Nancy and Tony Winegarden, Cindy Stohr and Rodney McDaniel; brother Ronnie Duhon; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by daughter Dorothy Pearson; a brother John Duhon; and granddaughter Christine Marie Duhon.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 23, 2022 at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial with military rites will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Joseph William Duhon  |1936-2022|

Karen L. Simons, 70, died June 16, 2022 in Wichita.

She was born Aug. 16, 1951, in Kingman the daughter of Carl and Shirley Robinson Ingram.&nbsp; A longtime Kingman resident having also lived in Belmont, she retired Cessna Aircraft but later worked for Mollie’s Attic and Mize Wire.

Karen was a member of the Kingman Christian Church.

On Aug. 2, 1994, she married Wayne Simons in Kingman.&nbsp; Other survivors include son Phillip Caton; brother Bill (Patricia) Ingram; sister Vickie Williams; grandson Noah; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday at the Kingman Christian Church.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Cleveland Cemetery.

Karen L. Simons, 70, died June 16, 2022 in Wichita.She was born Aug. 16, 1951, in Kingman the daughter of Carl and Shirley Robinson Ingram.&nbsp; A longtime Kingman resident having also lived in Belmont, she retired Cessna Aircraft but later worked for Mollie’s Attic and Mize Wire.Karen was a member of the Kingman Christian Church.On Aug. 2, 1994, she married Wayne Simons in Kingman.&nbsp; Other survivors include son Phillip Caton; brother Bill (Patricia) Ingram; sister Vickie Williams; grandson Noah; and numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday at the Kingman Christian Church.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Cleveland Cemetery.

Karen L. Simons  |1951-2022|

Samuel Nelson Ashby, 91, passed away June 15, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born October 22, 1930, in Los Angeles, CA, to Samuel Atkinson and Isobel (Nelson) Ashby.

On December 2, 1950, Samuel married Jo Ann Turnbow, in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp; They shared over 60 years of marriage prior to her death on October 28, 2011.&nbsp;

He is survived by:&nbsp; his son, Samuel Scott Ashby and wife Cindy of Hutchinson, KS; grandson, Samuel Jeremy Ashby and wife Stephanie of Walton, KS; great-grandchildren, Heaven Celeste, Trey Anthony, and Samuel Calder Ashby; sister, Lydia Boyer of Sun City West, AZ; numerous nieces and nephews; and many cherished friends.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned.&nbsp; Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501, is in charge of arrangements.

Samuel Nelson Ashby, 91, passed away June 15, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born October 22, 1930, in Los Angeles, CA, to Samuel Atkinson and Isobel (Nelson) Ashby.On December 2, 1950, Samuel married Jo Ann Turnbow, in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp; They shared over 60 years of marriage prior to her death on October 28, 2011.&nbsp;He is survived by:&nbsp; his son, Samuel Scott Ashby and wife Cindy of Hutchinson, KS; grandson, Samuel Jeremy Ashby and wife Stephanie of Walton, KS; great-grandchildren, Heaven Celeste, Trey Anthony, and Samuel Calder Ashby; sister, Lydia Boyer of Sun City West, AZ; numerous nieces and nephews; and many cherished friends.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned.&nbsp; Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501, is in charge of arrangements.

Samuel Nelson Ashby |1930-2022|

Marla Alise Cunningham, 62, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.&nbsp; She was a loving sister, aunt and friend. She was born on June 21 to Wendell and Floreine Cunningham. She graduated from Friends University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications. Marla worked in the Wichita Public School system and had various other jobs including Green Acres Health Food Store.&nbsp;

Marla enjoyed writing, photography, reading and spending time with family and friends. Her love of the mountains led her on several trips to Colorado. She was a strong prayer warrior. She loved the Lord and went to Him in prayer for her family and friends. Marla also had a burden for the lost and would witness to them about their need for a savior. She also would help thsoe in need with a helping hand of food.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Phil Cunningham.

Marla is survived by her sisters Lynette (Lyle) Dejmal of Hill City, Kansas, Denise (Terry) Michael of Wichita, Kansas, sister-in-law Janet Cunningham of Wichita, Kansas, 6 nieces and nephews, 14 great nieces and nephews.

Graveside Service will be held at 9:00 a.m., Thursday, June 23, at Hillside Cemetery, 125th St., Sedgwick, Kansas.&nbsp; Service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Lifechange Church, 10225 E. Kellogg, Wichita, Kansas 67207 (floral deliveries to the church 9-4 Wednesday or Thursday).

Memorials may be designated in her memory to Faithbuilders, 1855 S. Rock Rd&nbsp; Ste 149, Wichita, Kansas 67207.

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

Marla Alise Cunningham, 62, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.&nbsp; She was a loving sister, aunt and friend. She was born on June 21 to Wendell and Floreine Cunningham. She graduated from Friends University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications. Marla worked in the Wichita Public School system and had various other jobs including Green Acres Health Food Store.&nbsp;Marla enjoyed writing, photography, reading and spending time with family and friends. Her love of the mountains led her on several trips to Colorado. She was a strong prayer warrior. She loved the Lord and went to Him in prayer for her family and friends. Marla also had a burden for the lost and would witness to them about their need for a savior. She also would help thsoe in need with a helping hand of food.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Phil Cunningham.Marla is survived by her sisters Lynette (Lyle) Dejmal of Hill City, Kansas, Denise (Terry) Michael of Wichita, Kansas, sister-in-law Janet Cunningham of Wichita, Kansas, 6 nieces and nephews, 14 great nieces and nephews.Graveside Service will be held at 9:00 a.m., Thursday, June 23, at Hillside Cemetery, 125th St., Sedgwick, Kansas.&nbsp; Service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Lifechange Church, 10225 E. Kellogg, Wichita, Kansas 67207 (floral deliveries to the church 9-4 Wednesday or Thursday).Memorials may be designated in her memory to Faithbuilders, 1855 S. Rock Rd&nbsp; Ste 149, Wichita, Kansas 67207.Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com

Marla Alise Cunningham |2022|

Connie Marie Silva, 80 yrs, passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at home surrounded by her family.&nbsp; She was born in Wichita, Kansas to Richard Dean Mackenzie and Verla Marie (Kinder) Mackenzie.&nbsp; She was a lifetime resident of Wichita where she attended school, married and raised her family. She enjoyed working at Furrs Cafeteria where she retired after 23 years of serving others as a cashier.

Connie liked to bowl, do word puzzles, listen to country music, watch game shows including her favorite of Super Market Sweep.&nbsp; Her greatest love was doing things for her family and spending time with them.

She is preceded in death by her parents Richard Mackenzie and Verla Smith, her husband Rafael Silva, daughter Pamela Batemon, sister Sharon Walker and brother Billy Mackenzie.

Connie is survived by her sons John Batemon (Kim), Michael Batemon (Margaret), David Batemon (Tammie) and Tony Silva (Makayla); daughters Diana Neuway (Greg), Wanda Archuleta (Albert) Tammy Fitzgerald (Maurice), Sheila Soto, and Terri Mehringer (Jonathan);&nbsp;brothers Rick and Ronald,&nbsp;sisters Rosemary and Linda;&nbsp;28 grandkids and 58 great grandkids; many other family and friends.

Services are 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 21 at Baker Funeral Home Chapel, Valley Center.&nbsp; Graveside will follow with Homegoing Escorts processional to White Chapel Cemetery, 1806 N. Oliver, Wichita, Kansas.

Condolence may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com

Connie Marie Silva, 80 yrs, passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at home surrounded by her family.&nbsp; She was born in Wichita, Kansas to Richard Dean Mackenzie and Verla Marie (Kinder) Mackenzie.&nbsp; She was a lifetime resident of Wichita where she attended school, married and raised her family. She enjoyed working at Furrs Cafeteria where she retired after 23 years of serving others as a cashier.Connie liked to bowl, do word puzzles, listen to country music, watch game shows including her favorite of Super Market Sweep.&nbsp; Her greatest love was doing things for her family and spending time with them.She is preceded in death by her parents Richard Mackenzie and Verla Smith, her husband Rafael Silva, daughter Pamela Batemon, sister Sharon Walker and brother Billy Mackenzie.Connie is survived by her sons John Batemon (Kim), Michael Batemon (Margaret), David Batemon (Tammie) and Tony Silva (Makayla); daughters Diana Neuway (Greg), Wanda Archuleta (Albert) Tammy Fitzgerald (Maurice), Sheila Soto, and Terri Mehringer (Jonathan);&nbsp;brothers Rick and Ronald,&nbsp;sisters Rosemary and Linda;&nbsp;28 grandkids and 58 great grandkids; many other family and friends.Services are 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 21 at Baker Funeral Home Chapel, Valley Center.&nbsp; Graveside will follow with Homegoing Escorts processional to White Chapel Cemetery, 1806 N. Oliver, Wichita, Kansas.Condolence may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com

Connie Marie Silva |2022|

Fred L. Modlin, 83, passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022, in Inman, KS. Fred was born on June 26, 1938, in Otego, KS, the son of Hugh L. and Ethel N. (Loomis) Modlin.&nbsp; On February 17, 1961, he married Joyce E. Houdek in Scandia, KS.&nbsp; To this union they were blessed with two boys, Terry and Bradly.&nbsp; Fred was a U.S. Navy veteran serving from 1956 to 1960, when he was honorably discharged after serving in the Vietnam era.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion and VFW.&nbsp; After the military, Fred was elected sheriff for the Cloud County Sherriff Dept. and truly enjoyed his job retiring after serving 24 years in law enforcement.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings, Phyllis O’Brien, Carol Garst, Douglas Modlin, Letha Garst and Curtis Modlin. Fred is survived by his wife, Joyce; sons, Terry (June) Modlin and Bradley (Judy)&nbsp; Modlin; four grandchildren, Janae Beahan, Garrett Modlin, Alissa (Brandon) O’Neill and Rheanna (John) Lazzaro; three great grandchildren, Emery Beahan, Connor and Cali O’Neill and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;Burial will take place at Riverview Cemetery, Scandia, KS. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Fred L. Modlin, 83, passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022, in Inman, KS. Fred was born on June 26, 1938, in Otego, KS, the son of Hugh L. and Ethel N. (Loomis) Modlin.&nbsp; On February 17, 1961, he married Joyce E. Houdek in Scandia, KS.&nbsp; To this union they were blessed with two boys, Terry and Bradly.&nbsp; Fred was a U.S. Navy veteran serving from 1956 to 1960, when he was honorably discharged after serving in the Vietnam era.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion and VFW.&nbsp; After the military, Fred was elected sheriff for the Cloud County Sherriff Dept. and truly enjoyed his job retiring after serving 24 years in law enforcement.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings, Phyllis O’Brien, Carol Garst, Douglas Modlin, Letha Garst and Curtis Modlin. Fred is survived by his wife, Joyce; sons, Terry (June) Modlin and Bradley (Judy)&nbsp; Modlin; four grandchildren, Janae Beahan, Garrett Modlin, Alissa (Brandon) O’Neill and Rheanna (John) Lazzaro; three great grandchildren, Emery Beahan, Connor and Cali O’Neill and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;Burial will take place at Riverview Cemetery, Scandia, KS. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Fred L. Modlin |1938-2022|

Helen Marie Simon, 100 years old, (born November 29, 1921) of Maize, Kansas, passed away on June 15, 2022. Helen was born to Jennie and Harry Nicholson of Maize, Kansas. She is proceeded in death by her parents, her husband Marcellus “Sally” Simon, and her five brothers, Bill (1903-1978), Jim (1905-1936), Gene (Cricket 1907-1977), Clyde (Trapper- 1909-2001), and George (1917-1995).

Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 22, at Baker Funeral Home Chapel - Valley Center, Kansas. Graveside will follow the service at Maize Park Cemetery, 12733 W. 53rd St. N., Maize, Kansas.

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

Helen Marie Simon, 100 years old, (born November 29, 1921) of Maize, Kansas, passed away on June 15, 2022. Helen was born to Jennie and Harry Nicholson of Maize, Kansas. She is proceeded in death by her parents, her husband Marcellus “Sally” Simon, and her five brothers, Bill (1903-1978), Jim (1905-1936), Gene (Cricket 1907-1977), Clyde (Trapper- 1909-2001), and George (1917-1995).Helen wed Marcellus (Sally) Simon on August 13th, of 1946. Together, Sally and Helen built their farmstead and raised two children, Steve Simon (Sherryl Simon) and Diane Taylor (Michael Taylor) both of Maize, Kansas. Along with the farm operation they built, Sally and Helen opened the doors to M&amp;N Raceway (Now Kansas International Drag-way) in 1963.Helen was always the hardest worker on the farm and she was the first to let you know that. She could always be found helping in the chutes, running grain to the elevator, swathing hay, or helping build fence. Her work ethic was truly unmatched. In her later years she could be found cruising around on her John Deere Gator causing havoc to her neighbors and keeping her family busy tracking her down. She was the glue that held her family together.Helen leaves behind her two children, 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 2 great, great grandchildren. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, friend, and so much more. Helen will deeply missed by all those who were lucky enough to know her.Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 22, at Baker Funeral Home Chapel - Valley Center, Kansas. Graveside will follow the service at Maize Park Cemetery, 12733 W. 53rd St. N., Maize, Kansas.Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com.

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