Jean McCoy, 86, of Pretty Prairie, died June 3, 2022, at her home. She was born March 14, 1936, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Laurrant J. and Faye A. (Hagerman) Rollins.

Jean graduated from Wichita East High School in 1954. She worked as a secretary at Krause Plow in Hutchinson for 32 years, retiring in 2000. Jean then worked an additional 9 years at Orscheln’s in Hutchinson. She loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Jean’s family meant everything to her. She loved shopping and buying things for others and had a weakness for shoes and purses.

Jean is survived by: her daughter, Kim Bontrager (Jay) of Pretty Prairie; grandchildren, Tyler Engle (Nicole) of Pearland, TX, Amy Piggee (Willie), of Fort Smith, AR; great-grandchildren, Kaleb, Chloe, Nevaeh, Gavin, Emery; and several extended family members.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; sister, Frances Taylor; brother, Larry Rollins; and son, Mike Keeler (who died of Huntington’s Disease and Jean was his caregiver for 27 years).

Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, at a later date. Friends may sign her memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Jean McCoy, 86, of Pretty Prairie, died June 3, 2022, at her home. She was born March 14, 1936, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Laurrant J. and Faye A. (Hagerman) Rollins.Jean graduated from Wichita East High School in 1954. She worked as a secretary at Krause Plow in Hutchinson for 32 years, retiring in 2000. Jean then worked an additional 9 years at Orscheln’s in Hutchinson. She loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Jean’s family meant everything to her. She loved shopping and buying things for others and had a weakness for shoes and purses.Jean is survived by: her daughter, Kim Bontrager (Jay) of Pretty Prairie; grandchildren, Tyler Engle (Nicole) of Pearland, TX, Amy Piggee (Willie), of Fort Smith, AR; great-grandchildren, Kaleb, Chloe, Nevaeh, Gavin, Emery; and several extended family members.She was preceded in death by: her parents; sister, Frances Taylor; brother, Larry Rollins; and son, Mike Keeler (who died of Huntington’s Disease and Jean was his caregiver for 27 years).Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, at a later date. Friends may sign her memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Jean McCoy |1936-2022|

Jamalee Skelton (Jamie Plank) was born October 21, 1948, in San Francisco, CA, the first child of Cody Leroy and Marcella Mae Gulick.&nbsp; After Jamalee’s sisters Coleen and Micki were born, Marcella moved the family from California to the Kansas City area.&nbsp; There, Jamie spent her formative years, attending Wyandott Co. High School, followed by beauty school. In 1966, Jamalee married Timmy Herman, and the couple had two daughters together, Jenny Dorsey and Jill Sink (Sean).&nbsp; When Jill was a newborn, Tim and Jamie moved back to Lost Springs, Kansas.

After Jamie and Tim’s marriage ended, Jamie married Arvid Virgil “A.V.” Plank in September 1982.&nbsp; From their marriage grew a beautiful and loving blended family that included A.V.’s two sons, A.V. Plank Jr. and Todd Plank; Jenny’s and Jill’s half-sisters, Jodi Gregory and Toni Delgadillo; 9 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.

Jamie’s life was one of service; from her work as a day care provider, to her career as a hairdresser, to her career working for the State of Kansas.&nbsp; Even her choice to major in social work, when she attended college at Bethany College at the age of 52, evidenced her generous spirit.&nbsp; In retirement, Jamie continued serving others as a volunteer at Herington Hospital,&nbsp;&nbsp;delivering Meals on Wheels, and working with Hope Community Project Committee, she also was on the board for Herington Hospital Auxiliary, among other things.&nbsp; She was the center of her family and kept everyone grounded, involved, included, and informed.&nbsp; Above all, she ensured that everyone she loved felt it unconditionally.

Jamie and her family were surrounded in love when she took her last breath on Monday, May 30, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; Her parents, her sisters, and her half-brother, Greg Skelton, preceded her in death.&nbsp; She is survived by her beloved husband, A.V., canine companion, Keno, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and half-sister, Leasa Kosier.&nbsp; Jamie’s spirit remains in each person touched by the love, respect, and kindness she gave.

There will be a viewing on Monday, June 6, 2022, at Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes Herington Chapel, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;

Jamalee Skelton (Jamie Plank) was born October 21, 1948, in San Francisco, CA, the first child of Cody Leroy and Marcella Mae Gulick.&nbsp; After Jamalee’s sisters Coleen and Micki were born, Marcella moved the family from California to the Kansas City area.&nbsp; There, Jamie spent her formative years, attending Wyandott Co. High School, followed by beauty school. In 1966, Jamalee married Timmy Herman, and the couple had two daughters together, Jenny Dorsey and Jill Sink (Sean).&nbsp; When Jill was a newborn, Tim and Jamie moved back to Lost Springs, Kansas.After Jamie and Tim’s marriage ended, Jamie married Arvid Virgil “A.V.” Plank in September 1982.&nbsp; From their marriage grew a beautiful and loving blended family that included A.V.’s two sons, A.V. Plank Jr. and Todd Plank; Jenny’s and Jill’s half-sisters, Jodi Gregory and Toni Delgadillo; 9 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.Jamie’s life was one of service; from her work as a day care provider, to her career as a hairdresser, to her career working for the State of Kansas.&nbsp; Even her choice to major in social work, when she attended college at Bethany College at the age of 52, evidenced her generous spirit.&nbsp; In retirement, Jamie continued serving others as a volunteer at Herington Hospital,&nbsp;&nbsp;delivering Meals on Wheels, and working with Hope Community Project Committee, she also was on the board for Herington Hospital Auxiliary, among other things.&nbsp; She was the center of her family and kept everyone grounded, involved, included, and informed.&nbsp; Above all, she ensured that everyone she loved felt it unconditionally.Jamie and her family were surrounded in love when she took her last breath on Monday, May 30, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; Her parents, her sisters, and her half-brother, Greg Skelton, preceded her in death.&nbsp; She is survived by her beloved husband, A.V., canine companion, Keno, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and half-sister, Leasa Kosier.&nbsp; Jamie’s spirit remains in each person touched by the love, respect, and kindness she gave.There will be a viewing on Monday, June 6, 2022, at Yazel-Megli Funeral Homes Herington Chapel, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;

Jamalee Skelton (Jamie Plank) |1948-2022|

Marcia Kaye (Hiebert) Goentzel, 76, of Valley Center, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, finally succumbing to an infection after having won the battle with so many over her years. She was surrounded by loving family and friends.

Marcia was born in Omaha, Nebraska on August 9, 1945, to Lando and Katherine (Nickel) Hiebert. She was raised with an older brother, Rolyn (Rolly), and younger sister, Ruth, in Hillsboro, Kansas. She met James Goentzel at a PTA meeting, as Marcia’s mother taught in his Lehigh school district. They were married on May 30, 1964, in Hillsboro, Kansas. They made their home in Wichita, Kansas, but travelled and lived in numerous communities from Colorado to Tennessee while Jim was building Pizza Huts. Later in life they moved to a home in Valley Center where Jim still resides. Marcia has considered Oxford Grand Assisted Living in Wichita her home for the past several years. She loved to travel, especially with Jim and her family, whether to a special spot in Kansas or to an international city, and she made the most of each opportunity even when mobility was difficult.

Marcia attended Tabor College where accounting courses came naturally. She became adept at using mainframe computers to track numbers in early positions at Garvey Grain and Love Box Company. Marcia then had a meaningful role with the Olive W. Garvey Center for the Improvement of Human Functioning. She also joined Jim in the construction business. Jim managed the jobs and Marcia developed a comprehensive job costing method to support a series of family-owned construction companies in Wichita – Custom Care Builders, Classic Builders, and Jim Goentzel Construction. With the rise of personal computers, Marcia became skilled at implementing and supporting various software systems. She established MKG Systems in 1985 to formally engage clients and later co-founded Professional Software, Inc, which won awards for support excellence. In addition, she developed a robust accounting system to support several investment companies founded with close colleagues, having names like P&amp;F (standing for Profit &amp; Fun). Marcia also served the construction sector as President of the Wichita Area Builders Auxiliary.

Marcia joyfully pursued many other areas of interest. An active swimmer, she served for several years as a swimming instructor with the YMCA. Later in life she proudly taught her grandchildren how to swim. As an artist, Marcia frequently created personal sketches and paintings while importantly noting the time and location for the moment of inspiration. She loved sewing and many creative arts, and she frequented fabric and crafts stores over the years in pursuit of quilting fabric, beads for jewelry-making, flowers for a new arrangement, holiday decorations to liven up a shared space, and, of course, the perfect hot glue gun. She was particularly interested in creating themed decorations and arranging flowers with showcases starting at home, expanding to model homes, and concluding at Oxford Grand Assisted Living where she was designated Decorating Diva. Later in life Marcia curated her favorite art pieces and pictures of decorated rooms with meaningful notes as to why each was special.

Marcia served in a variety of roles in her faith communities. At the First Mennonite Brethren Church (now Ridgepoint Church), where she was a member, she led memorable Sunday School and Vacation Bible School classes over the years. She served on the Building Committee when the church moved from 1750 N. Gow to 8000 W. 21st. She helped to stage church dramas and incorporate dramatic readings in worship services. Bible Study Fellowship was an integral part of Marcia’s faith journey. Later in life she cherished the opportunity to regularly give sermons for the Community Church at Oxford Grand Assisted Living.

Marcia is preceded in death by her parents, Lando and Katherine Hiebert; her stepfather Aaron Becker; her brother Rolyn Hiebert; Jim’s parents Clarence and Bertha Goentzel; Jim’s brothers Quint and Howard Goentzel; and son-in-law Mark Godbold.

Those left to cherish Marcia’s memory include her husband of 58 years, Jim Goentzel; son Jarrod Goentzel and his wife Laura VanderHart; daughter Melonie Godbold; grandchildren Hallie Godbold, Ian Goentzel, Tysen Godbold, and Samuel Goentzel; sister Ruth Hiebert Dick and her husband Steve; sister-in-law Sue Hiebert, stepbrothers Wilbert and Arlowe Becker, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends.

There will be an opportunity to visit with family and friends at Ridgepoint Church (8000 W. 21st St, Wichita, KS 67205) on Sunday, June 12, from 5-7pm. The funeral/memorial service will be held at the same location on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 11am, with lunch following the service.

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS,&nbsp;Memorial donations&nbsp;for Marcia Goentzel can be directed to the Lando Hiebert Endowed Scholarship Fund at Tabor College, either online (<a href="https://tabor.edu/alumni-friends/give-online">https://tabor.edu/alumni-friends/give-online</a>) or via check to the Tabor College Advancement Office (400 S Jefferson, Hillsboro, KS 67063). Simply note Marcia Goentzel Memorial with the donation.

Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com.

Marcia Kaye (Hiebert) Goentzel, 76, of Valley Center, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, finally succumbing to an infection after having won the battle with so many over her years. She was surrounded by loving family and friends.Marcia was born in Omaha, Nebraska on August 9, 1945, to Lando and Katherine (Nickel) Hiebert. She was raised with an older brother, Rolyn (Rolly), and younger sister, Ruth, in Hillsboro, Kansas. She met James Goentzel at a PTA meeting, as Marcia’s mother taught in his Lehigh school district. They were married on May 30, 1964, in Hillsboro, Kansas. They made their home in Wichita, Kansas, but travelled and lived in numerous communities from Colorado to Tennessee while Jim was building Pizza Huts. Later in life they moved to a home in Valley Center where Jim still resides. Marcia has considered Oxford Grand Assisted Living in Wichita her home for the past several years. She loved to travel, especially with Jim and her family, whether to a special spot in Kansas or to an international city, and she made the most of each opportunity even when mobility was difficult.Marcia attended Tabor College where accounting courses came naturally. She became adept at using mainframe computers to track numbers in early positions at Garvey Grain and Love Box Company. Marcia then had a meaningful role with the Olive W. Garvey Center for the Improvement of Human Functioning. She also joined Jim in the construction business. Jim managed the jobs and Marcia developed a comprehensive job costing method to support a series of family-owned construction companies in Wichita – Custom Care Builders, Classic Builders, and Jim Goentzel Construction. With the rise of personal computers, Marcia became skilled at implementing and supporting various software systems. She established MKG Systems in 1985 to formally engage clients and later co-founded Professional Software, Inc, which won awards for support excellence. In addition, she developed a robust accounting system to support several investment companies founded with close colleagues, having names like P&amp;F (standing for Profit &amp; Fun). Marcia also served the construction sector as President of the Wichita Area Builders Auxiliary.Marcia joyfully pursued many other areas of interest. An active swimmer, she served for several years as a swimming instructor with the YMCA. Later in life she proudly taught her grandchildren how to swim. As an artist, Marcia frequently created personal sketches and paintings while importantly noting the time and location for the moment of inspiration. She loved sewing and many creative arts, and she frequented fabric and crafts stores over the years in pursuit of quilting fabric, beads for jewelry-making, flowers for a new arrangement, holiday decorations to liven up a shared space, and, of course, the perfect hot glue gun. She was particularly interested in creating themed decorations and arranging flowers with showcases starting at home, expanding to model homes, and concluding at Oxford Grand Assisted Living where she was designated Decorating Diva. Later in life Marcia curated her favorite art pieces and pictures of decorated rooms with meaningful notes as to why each was special.Marcia served in a variety of roles in her faith communities. At the First Mennonite Brethren Church (now Ridgepoint Church), where she was a member, she led memorable Sunday School and Vacation Bible School classes over the years. She served on the Building Committee when the church moved from 1750 N. Gow to 8000 W. 21st. She helped to stage church dramas and incorporate dramatic readings in worship services. Bible Study Fellowship was an integral part of Marcia’s faith journey. Later in life she cherished the opportunity to regularly give sermons for the Community Church at Oxford Grand Assisted Living.Marcia is preceded in death by her parents, Lando and Katherine Hiebert; her stepfather Aaron Becker; her brother Rolyn Hiebert; Jim’s parents Clarence and Bertha Goentzel; Jim’s brothers Quint and Howard Goentzel; and son-in-law Mark Godbold.Those left to cherish Marcia’s memory include her husband of 58 years, Jim Goentzel; son Jarrod Goentzel and his wife Laura VanderHart; daughter Melonie Godbold; grandchildren Hallie Godbold, Ian Goentzel, Tysen Godbold, and Samuel Goentzel; sister Ruth Hiebert Dick and her husband Steve; sister-in-law Sue Hiebert, stepbrothers Wilbert and Arlowe Becker, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends.There will be an opportunity to visit with family and friends at Ridgepoint Church (8000 W. 21st St, Wichita, KS 67205) on Sunday, June 12, from 5-7pm. The funeral/memorial service will be held at the same location on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 11am, with lunch following the service.IN LIEU OF FLOWERS,&nbsp;Memorial donations&nbsp;for Marcia Goentzel can be directed to the Lando Hiebert Endowed Scholarship Fund at Tabor College, either online (<a href="https://tabor.edu/alumni-friends/give-online">https://tabor.edu/alumni-friends/give-online</a>) or via check to the Tabor College Advancement Office (400 S Jefferson, Hillsboro, KS 67063). Simply note Marcia Goentzel Memorial with the donation.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com.

Marcia Kaye (Hiebert) Goentzel |1945-2022|

Lester David Burns, Jr., 86, passed away June 2, 2022. He was born in Larned, on March 13, 1936, to Lester David and Elsie (Crawford) Burns, Sr.Lester married Bettie Jean Sinclair on September 4, 1955. They shared almost 67 years together.

Lester is survived by: his wife, Bettie Burns (Sinclair); daughters, Cheryl Sykes (Scott) and Carol Harvey; sons, Todd Burns (Kimberly) and Raymond Burns (Katrina); sister, Anita Smith; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was proceeded in death by: his father and mother; sisters, Pearl and Betty; and brothers, Archie and John.

Lester graduated from Larned High School and went directly into the United States Navy. He served four years in active duty on the U.S. Los Angeles and four years on active reserve. After serving in the Navy, Lester held various jobs until he became a Hutchinson firefighter, where he served 22 years on the department. He also ran his own construction business until he permanently retired. Lester was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. He enjoyed helping others and volunteered at the Reno County Museum, Hutchinson Cosmosphere, Salt Company, RSVP, and Meals on Wheels. In addition, he enjoyed traveling, boating, waterskiing, cars, car shows, and playing pool. Lester loved watching basketball and was an avid follower of the KU basketball team. Most of all, he loved spending time with his wife and family.

Lester’s life will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2022, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 East 12th Ave., Hutchinson. Visitation, with the family present, will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time Monday at the church. Private inurnment will be in Larned Cemetery, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Community College Endowment Association (for Fire Science Scholarship), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lester David Burns, Jr., 86, passed away June 2, 2022. He was born in Larned, on March 13, 1936, to Lester David and Elsie (Crawford) Burns, Sr.Lester married Bettie Jean Sinclair on September 4, 1955. They shared almost 67 years together.Lester is survived by: his wife, Bettie Burns (Sinclair); daughters, Cheryl Sykes (Scott) and Carol Harvey; sons, Todd Burns (Kimberly) and Raymond Burns (Katrina); sister, Anita Smith; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.He was proceeded in death by: his father and mother; sisters, Pearl and Betty; and brothers, Archie and John.Lester graduated from Larned High School and went directly into the United States Navy. He served four years in active duty on the U.S. Los Angeles and four years on active reserve. After serving in the Navy, Lester held various jobs until he became a Hutchinson firefighter, where he served 22 years on the department. He also ran his own construction business until he permanently retired. Lester was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. He enjoyed helping others and volunteered at the Reno County Museum, Hutchinson Cosmosphere, Salt Company, RSVP, and Meals on Wheels. In addition, he enjoyed traveling, boating, waterskiing, cars, car shows, and playing pool. Lester loved watching basketball and was an avid follower of the KU basketball team. Most of all, he loved spending time with his wife and family.Lester’s life will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2022, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 East 12th Ave., Hutchinson. Visitation, with the family present, will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time Monday at the church. Private inurnment will be in Larned Cemetery, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Community College Endowment Association (for Fire Science Scholarship), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lester David Burns, Jr. |1936-2022|

Albert E. Schritter, 86, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Holiday Resort, Emporia, KS. Albert was born March 16, 1936, in Cheyenne County, KS, the son of Rudolf and Christina (Lippert) Schritter. He graduated from Kanorado High School in 1954.&nbsp; On April 27, 1958, he married Carolee Rice in Goodland, KS.&nbsp; They were married for 64 years.&nbsp; Albert was a brakeman-conductor for Rock Island Railroad and later went on to farming in Stafford and Pratt County. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Evelyn Schritter and a great grandson, Keaton Krause. Survivors include his wife, Carolee; two daughters, Jana (Randy) Binford of Haviland, KS. and Karen (David) Krause of Emporia, KS.; four grandchildren, Ryan (Sarah) Binford, Courtney (John) Blackstock, Aaron (Olivia) Krause and Justin (Natasha) Krause; and 10 great grandchildren, Collin, Taylor, Ty, Landry, Daisy, Sophia, Olive, Zayden, Ava and Abel. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave. Hutchinson. Memorials may be sent to Holiday Resort or American Diabetes Association and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Albert E. Schritter, 86, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Holiday Resort, Emporia, KS. Albert was born March 16, 1936, in Cheyenne County, KS, the son of Rudolf and Christina (Lippert) Schritter. He graduated from Kanorado High School in 1954.&nbsp; On April 27, 1958, he married Carolee Rice in Goodland, KS.&nbsp; They were married for 64 years.&nbsp; Albert was a brakeman-conductor for Rock Island Railroad and later went on to farming in Stafford and Pratt County. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Evelyn Schritter and a great grandson, Keaton Krause. Survivors include his wife, Carolee; two daughters, Jana (Randy) Binford of Haviland, KS. and Karen (David) Krause of Emporia, KS.; four grandchildren, Ryan (Sarah) Binford, Courtney (John) Blackstock, Aaron (Olivia) Krause and Justin (Natasha) Krause; and 10 great grandchildren, Collin, Taylor, Ty, Landry, Daisy, Sophia, Olive, Zayden, Ava and Abel. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave. Hutchinson. Memorials may be sent to Holiday Resort or American Diabetes Association and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Albert E. Schritter |1936-2022|

Donna Jean Callahan, 90, passed away June 2, 2022, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born January 31, 1932, in Hutchinson, KS, to Robert Caples and Pearl Evah (Buckles) Childs.

Donna was a 1949 graduate of Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; She retired from banking in 1994.&nbsp; Donna worked for many years during the Kansas State Fair and was secretary at First Congregational Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was a founding member of Temple Baptist Church, Hutchinson.

On October 11, 1954, Donna married Willis Franklin Callahan, Sr.&nbsp; He died January 19, 1966.

Donna is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Kathy Rusk and husband John, Bob Callahan and wife Diana, and Frank Callahan, all of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Christy Gable and husband Keith of Hutchinson, KS, Steven Rusk and wife Jenni of Olathe, KS, Cassie Arias and husband Luis of Wichita, KS, and Ciara Corwin and husband Mitch of Wichita, KS; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; great-grandson, Banks Corwin; and siblings, Lyle Childs, Robert Childs, and Velma Childs.

Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Temple Baptist Church, First Congregational Church, or Hospice &amp; HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Donna Jean Callahan, 90, passed away June 2, 2022, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born January 31, 1932, in Hutchinson, KS, to Robert Caples and Pearl Evah (Buckles) Childs.Donna was a 1949 graduate of Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; She retired from banking in 1994.&nbsp; Donna worked for many years during the Kansas State Fair and was secretary at First Congregational Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was a founding member of Temple Baptist Church, Hutchinson.On October 11, 1954, Donna married Willis Franklin Callahan, Sr.&nbsp; He died January 19, 1966.Donna is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Kathy Rusk and husband John, Bob Callahan and wife Diana, and Frank Callahan, all of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Christy Gable and husband Keith of Hutchinson, KS, Steven Rusk and wife Jenni of Olathe, KS, Cassie Arias and husband Luis of Wichita, KS, and Ciara Corwin and husband Mitch of Wichita, KS; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; great-grandson, Banks Corwin; and siblings, Lyle Childs, Robert Childs, and Velma Childs.Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2022, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Temple Baptist Church, First Congregational Church, or Hospice &amp; HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Donna Jean Callahan |1932-2022|

Shawn Eugene Enlow, 47, of Russell, passed away May 30, 2022. He was born January 5, 1975, in Lyons, the son of David Enlow and Paula J. Manwarren. 

Shawn was a near lifelong Lyons resident. He graduated from Lyons High School with the class of 1993. Shawn was a block press operator for Lyons Salt Plant, Lyons. He enjoyed fishing and playing his guitar. 

Shawn is survived by his father, David Enlow and wife Angie of Lyons; mother, Paula Manwarren of Rose Hill; stepfather, Marvin Webber of Rose Hill; paternal grandmother, Joyce Enlow of Lyons; three sisters, Sandy Bradley and husband Jason of Wichita; Amber Taffola and husband Josh of Hutchinson; and Tiffany Groth of Hutchinson; five nephews; and two nieces. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Ralph Enlow; materal grandparents; Dale and Ruth Manwarren; and uncle, Robert Cousins. 

Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons with Pastor Joel Grizzle officiating.&nbsp;

Shawn Eugene Enlow, 47, of Russell, passed away May 30, 2022. He was born January 5, 1975, in Lyons, the son of David Enlow and Paula J. Manwarren. Shawn was a near lifelong Lyons resident. He graduated from Lyons High School with the class of 1993. Shawn was a block press operator for Lyons Salt Plant, Lyons. He enjoyed fishing and playing his guitar. Shawn is survived by his father, David Enlow and wife Angie of Lyons; mother, Paula Manwarren of Rose Hill; stepfather, Marvin Webber of Rose Hill; paternal grandmother, Joyce Enlow of Lyons; three sisters, Sandy Bradley and husband Jason of Wichita; Amber Taffola and husband Josh of Hutchinson; and Tiffany Groth of Hutchinson; five nephews; and two nieces. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Ralph Enlow; materal grandparents; Dale and Ruth Manwarren; and uncle, Robert Cousins. Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons with Pastor Joel Grizzle officiating.&nbsp;

Shawn Eugene Enlow  |1975-2022|  

Erma Jean Harris, 76, formerly of Hutchinson, entered her heavenly home May 27, 2022, at Olathe Hospice House, Olathe.&nbsp; She was born January 25, 1946, in Stuttgart, AR, to Daniel and Rosie D. (White) Floyd.&nbsp;

After graduating from Holman High School, Stuttgart, AR, Erma worked for Betts Bakery and later as a cook for Abundant Life Child Care and Good Samaritan Society, all in Hutchinson. She enjoyed shopping, dancing, sewing, and taking care of indoor plants. Known for her appearance, Erma was a stylish dresser with an elegant and classy personality.&nbsp; In addition, she was a gifted decorator, and quite crafty. Family was first and foremost to Erma; she ALWAYS took care of family, and anyone else that needed a helping hand.&nbsp; Erma was there for everyone. &nbsp;&nbsp;She loved her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her extended family unconditionally.&nbsp; Erma was a faithful member of Second Missionary Baptist Church.&nbsp; She is now reunited with her husband and family that have gone before her.&nbsp; &nbsp;

On April 15, 1968, she married John Edward Harris, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared 49 years of marriage before his death on March 10, 2018.

Erma is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Treva Jones of Gardner; sons, Trent Harris of Hutchinson, and Troy Harris of Wichita; grandchildren, Trae Harris, Triffanie Simms, Treston Harris, Trezney Jones, Alia Harris, Triana Harris, and Taiya Harris; great-grandchildren, Tayvian Simms, Kamden Harris, Lamais Jones, Zy’Aire Stewart, and Kaptain Harris; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; sisters, Earlean (Floyd) Wright, Avis L. Floyd, and Florine (Floyd) Iverson; and brothers, William C. Floyd and Orlando D. Floyd.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Second Missionary Baptist Church, 1008 N. Ford, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Dr. Earl B. Givens officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The service can be viewed on the church’s Facebook page.

Erma Jean Harris, 76, formerly of Hutchinson, entered her heavenly home May 27, 2022, at Olathe Hospice House, Olathe.&nbsp; She was born January 25, 1946, in Stuttgart, AR, to Daniel and Rosie D. (White) Floyd.&nbsp;After graduating from Holman High School, Stuttgart, AR, Erma worked for Betts Bakery and later as a cook for Abundant Life Child Care and Good Samaritan Society, all in Hutchinson. She enjoyed shopping, dancing, sewing, and taking care of indoor plants. Known for her appearance, Erma was a stylish dresser with an elegant and classy personality.&nbsp; In addition, she was a gifted decorator, and quite crafty. Family was first and foremost to Erma; she ALWAYS took care of family, and anyone else that needed a helping hand.&nbsp; Erma was there for everyone. &nbsp;&nbsp;She loved her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her extended family unconditionally.&nbsp; Erma was a faithful member of Second Missionary Baptist Church.&nbsp; She is now reunited with her husband and family that have gone before her.&nbsp; &nbsp;On April 15, 1968, she married John Edward Harris, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared 49 years of marriage before his death on March 10, 2018.Erma is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Treva Jones of Gardner; sons, Trent Harris of Hutchinson, and Troy Harris of Wichita; grandchildren, Trae Harris, Triffanie Simms, Treston Harris, Trezney Jones, Alia Harris, Triana Harris, and Taiya Harris; great-grandchildren, Tayvian Simms, Kamden Harris, Lamais Jones, Zy’Aire Stewart, and Kaptain Harris; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; sisters, Earlean (Floyd) Wright, Avis L. Floyd, and Florine (Floyd) Iverson; and brothers, William C. Floyd and Orlando D. Floyd.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Second Missionary Baptist Church, 1008 N. Ford, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Dr. Earl B. Givens officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The service can be viewed on the church’s Facebook page.

Erma Jean Harris  |1946-2022|  

Mie Martin
Castaneda Jr., 32, passed away Friday, May 27, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi in
Wichita.

Mie was born November 22, 1989, in Hutchinson, the son of Martin Castaneda
Sr. and Deborah Sanchez. Mie graduated from Trinity Catholic High School in
2008 and attended Hutchinson Community College. He later attended Toni &amp;
Guy Hairdressing Academy in Dallas, TX. Mie had a huge passion for at and
fashion and was an avid magazine collector.&nbsp;
He was a member of the Catholic Youth Organization and Our Lady of
Guadalupe Catholic Church.

He was preceded in death by his
maternal grandmother, Carol Sanchez; paternal grandfather, Liborio Castaneda;
aunt, Michelle Sanchez-Woodson; uncle, Kenneth Woodson; and other numerous relatives.

Survivors include his parents, Martin and Deborah; two
brothers, Liborio M. and Marcelino T. Castaneda; and God children, Ana and
Adrian Rodriguez and Zae Thompson.

Parish Rosary service will be Monday, June 6, 2022,
at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, followed
by Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. Burial will be at Memorial Park
Cemetery, Hutchinson. 

Mie Martin
Castaneda Jr., 32, passed away Friday, May 27, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi in
Wichita. 
Mie was born November 22, 1989, in Hutchinson, the son of Martin Castaneda
Sr. and Deborah Sanchez. Mie graduated from Trinity Catholic High School in
2008 and attended Hutchinson Community College. He later attended Toni &amp;
Guy Hairdressing Academy in Dallas, TX. Mie had a huge passion for at and
fashion and was an avid magazine collector.&nbsp;
He was a member of the Catholic Youth Organization and Our Lady of
Guadalupe Catholic Church.He was preceded in death by his
maternal grandmother, Carol Sanchez; paternal grandfather, Liborio Castaneda;
aunt, Michelle Sanchez-Woodson; uncle, Kenneth Woodson; and other numerous relatives.Survivors include his parents, Martin and Deborah; two
brothers, Liborio M. and Marcelino T. Castaneda; and God children, Ana and
Adrian Rodriguez and Zae Thompson.Parish Rosary service will be Monday, June 6, 2022,
at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, followed
by Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. Burial will be at Memorial Park
Cemetery, Hutchinson.

Mie Martin Castaneda Jr.  |1989-2022|  

Darrell D. Albright, 79, died May 31, 2022 at the Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie.

He was born Nov. 29, 1942, at Kingman the son of Victor and Esther Schrag Albright.&nbsp; A resident of Pretty Prairie most of his life he was a retired bio-med technician.

Darrell was a member of the First Mennonite Church, Hutchinson; and managed the Pretty Prairie Civic Theater for many years.

On Sept. 29, 1963, he married Joyce Spangler at Peabody, Kansas.&nbsp; Other survivors include son Michael D. and his wife Jennifer; daughters Stephanie Gehring with husband Jay, and Amy Regier with husband Ken; grandchildren Erin (Matt), Tyler, Austin (Elizabeth), Jordan, Addie (Jeff), Trae (Peyton), Tanner (Bailey), Eli and Deveney, He was preceded in death by his sister Marilyn Albright Bell.

Services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 10, 2022 at the Pretty Prairie High School Gym.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. &nbsp;to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the Graber Mercantile in Pretty Prairie.

Darrell D. Albright, 79, died May 31, 2022 at the Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie.He was born Nov. 29, 1942, at Kingman the son of Victor and Esther Schrag Albright.&nbsp; A resident of Pretty Prairie most of his life he was a retired bio-med technician.Darrell was a member of the First Mennonite Church, Hutchinson; and managed the Pretty Prairie Civic Theater for many years.On Sept. 29, 1963, he married Joyce Spangler at Peabody, Kansas.&nbsp; Other survivors include son Michael D. and his wife Jennifer; daughters Stephanie Gehring with husband Jay, and Amy Regier with husband Ken; grandchildren Erin (Matt), Tyler, Austin (Elizabeth), Jordan, Addie (Jeff), Trae (Peyton), Tanner (Bailey), Eli and Deveney, He was preceded in death by his sister Marilyn Albright Bell.Services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 10, 2022 at the Pretty Prairie High School Gym.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. &nbsp;to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the Graber Mercantile in Pretty Prairie.

Darrell D. Albright  |1942-2022|

Rosella Ruth Wiens Regier, 88, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2022. She was born December 2, 1933, the 12th&nbsp;of 13 children of Henry W. and Anna Enns Wiens.

Her first years were spent on the family 80-acre farm southeast of Inman.&nbsp; The depression had taken its toll.&nbsp; But Rosella grew up in a family where the mantra seemed to go something like this:&nbsp; “Times are hard.&nbsp; Winter is coming.&nbsp; Economize.&nbsp; Scrimp.&nbsp; Save.&nbsp; Work hard.&nbsp; Help each other.&nbsp; And have fun doing it all!”

Rosella graduated from High School at Central Kansas Bible Academy in Hutchinson.&nbsp; From an early age she wanted to be a teacher.&nbsp; She took on her first teaching job at the rural Turkey Creek School near Inman in 1956.&nbsp; After graduating from Bethel College in North Newton, Kansas in 1958, her public school teaching took her to classrooms in Indiana and Mississippi as well as Newton and Walton in Kansas.

In 1957 Rosella married Harold Regier.&nbsp; Together, they spent the ‘60s in Gulfport, Mississippi, in a mission-service assignment working in an African-American setting.&nbsp; There she was involved with a variety of ministries, including the role of Summer Bible School superintendent supervising volunteers who taught as many as 1,000 students in summer sessions.&nbsp; Other involvements included teaching youth in winter Bible classes, helping create a community library, facilitating a “Fresh Air” program, teaching Head Start, and finally teaching public school the first year of school integration in Mississippi when racial tensions were running high.

While in Mississippi, Rosella became the mother of two children:&nbsp; Steven Douglas in 1965 and Sharon Janelle in 1967.&nbsp; Returning to Newton, Kansas in 1970, Rosella concentrated on family life, soon balancing this with returning to the classroom.&nbsp; In the Newton system, she taught at Northridge, Suncrest, and Walton.

Rosella’s love for teaching and of children led her from the public school classroom to the Christian nurture of children in the church setting.&nbsp; In 1984, she was invited to become the Director of Children’s Ministry for the General Conference Mennonite Church.&nbsp; In this role Rosella led teacher workshops and provided congregational resources for children’s Christian education across the United States and Canada.

In 1990 the Anabaptist Curriculum Publishing Council invited Rosella to be the Executive Director of a new children’s curriculum for six Anabaptist denominations.&nbsp; The project, developing and publishing the new curriculum, “Jubilee:&nbsp; God’s Good News,” was a two-year rotation of Biblical studies designed for four levels:&nbsp; early childhood, primary, middlers, and Junior youth.&nbsp; The curriculum was used from 1994 to 2006, a long life for Sunday School curricula.

Retiring in 1999, Rosella continued her Christian Education career as a Presenter and Workshop Leader for the national body of the Church of the Brethren, based in Elgin, Illinois.&nbsp; For three more years she traveled to congregations and districts across the United States with sermons, workshops, and seminars on the general theme of the care and Christian nurture of children.

In retirement, Rosella stayed very active in local church and community leadership.&nbsp; Church leadership included such roles as church moderator, chair of the 50th&nbsp;anniversary celebrations planning committee for Faith Mennonite Church, president of mission circle, member of church council.&nbsp; At the district level she served as member of the Western District Conference “Vision 2012” steering committee and prayer partner coordinator.&nbsp; For more than 10 years she served as facilitator of a sexual abuse women’s support group.&nbsp; In 2009 she was selected as one of three Newton woman honored as “Woman of the Year.”

A significant role during retirement years has also been that of a grandmother.&nbsp; Rosella nurtured a relationship with grandchildren that was reminiscent of her life’s career of nurturing children in both public school and church settings.&nbsp; Her grandchildren in her retirement years were her pride and joy!

In 2009 Rosella suffered a devastating stroke that left her with acute aphasia.&nbsp; Robbed of words to communicate her thoughts she painted some 250 pictures to tell her stories.&nbsp; Then with stories cast into an “aphasia-friendly reading” format she was able to articulate a few words to participate in a co-reader technique that enabled her to tell some of her own stories.&nbsp; This gave her much satisfaction, making it possible for a pre-stroke story-teller to be a post-stroke story-teller!

Rosella was preceded in death by her parents,&nbsp; H.W. and Anna Enns Wiens, and her siblings Nick, Leonard, Simon, Adolph, Eva (Ruben Wedel), Mary (Bill Goossen), Esther (Walt Juhnke),

Anna Grace Wiens, and four siblings who died in infancy. &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Harold, son Steve (Marilyn), daughter Sharon, grandchildren Madeline Regier, Drake Regier, and Claire Schultz.

Memorial service will be 4:00 p.m., Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Faith Mennonite Church in Newton. Private family interment will take place at a later date.

Rosella Ruth Wiens Regier, 88, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2022. She was born December 2, 1933, the 12th&nbsp;of 13 children of Henry W. and Anna Enns Wiens.Her first years were spent on the family 80-acre farm southeast of Inman.&nbsp; The depression had taken its toll.&nbsp; But Rosella grew up in a family where the mantra seemed to go something like this:&nbsp; “Times are hard.&nbsp; Winter is coming.&nbsp; Economize.&nbsp; Scrimp.&nbsp; Save.&nbsp; Work hard.&nbsp; Help each other.&nbsp; And have fun doing it all!”Rosella graduated from High School at Central Kansas Bible Academy in Hutchinson.&nbsp; From an early age she wanted to be a teacher.&nbsp; She took on her first teaching job at the rural Turkey Creek School near Inman in 1956.&nbsp; After graduating from Bethel College in North Newton, Kansas in 1958, her public school teaching took her to classrooms in Indiana and Mississippi as well as Newton and Walton in Kansas.In 1957 Rosella married Harold Regier.&nbsp; Together, they spent the ‘60s in Gulfport, Mississippi, in a mission-service assignment working in an African-American setting.&nbsp; There she was involved with a variety of ministries, including the role of Summer Bible School superintendent supervising volunteers who taught as many as 1,000 students in summer sessions.&nbsp; Other involvements included teaching youth in winter Bible classes, helping create a community library, facilitating a “Fresh Air” program, teaching Head Start, and finally teaching public school the first year of school integration in Mississippi when racial tensions were running high.While in Mississippi, Rosella became the mother of two children:&nbsp; Steven Douglas in 1965 and Sharon Janelle in 1967.&nbsp; Returning to Newton, Kansas in 1970, Rosella concentrated on family life, soon balancing this with returning to the classroom.&nbsp; In the Newton system, she taught at Northridge, Suncrest, and Walton.Rosella’s love for teaching and of children led her from the public school classroom to the Christian nurture of children in the church setting.&nbsp; In 1984, she was invited to become the Director of Children’s Ministry for the General Conference Mennonite Church.&nbsp; In this role Rosella led teacher workshops and provided congregational resources for children’s Christian education across the United States and Canada.In 1990 the Anabaptist Curriculum Publishing Council invited Rosella to be the Executive Director of a new children’s curriculum for six Anabaptist denominations.&nbsp; The project, developing and publishing the new curriculum, “Jubilee:&nbsp; God’s Good News,” was a two-year rotation of Biblical studies designed for four levels:&nbsp; early childhood, primary, middlers, and Junior youth.&nbsp; The curriculum was used from 1994 to 2006, a long life for Sunday School curricula.Retiring in 1999, Rosella continued her Christian Education career as a Presenter and Workshop Leader for the national body of the Church of the Brethren, based in Elgin, Illinois.&nbsp; For three more years she traveled to congregations and districts across the United States with sermons, workshops, and seminars on the general theme of the care and Christian nurture of children.In retirement, Rosella stayed very active in local church and community leadership.&nbsp; Church leadership included such roles as church moderator, chair of the 50th&nbsp;anniversary celebrations planning committee for Faith Mennonite Church, president of mission circle, member of church council.&nbsp; At the district level she served as member of the Western District Conference “Vision 2012” steering committee and prayer partner coordinator.&nbsp; For more than 10 years she served as facilitator of a sexual abuse women’s support group.&nbsp; In 2009 she was selected as one of three Newton woman honored as “Woman of the Year.”A significant role during retirement years has also been that of a grandmother.&nbsp; Rosella nurtured a relationship with grandchildren that was reminiscent of her life’s career of nurturing children in both public school and church settings.&nbsp; Her grandchildren in her retirement years were her pride and joy!In 2009 Rosella suffered a devastating stroke that left her with acute aphasia.&nbsp; Robbed of words to communicate her thoughts she painted some 250 pictures to tell her stories.&nbsp; Then with stories cast into an “aphasia-friendly reading” format she was able to articulate a few words to participate in a co-reader technique that enabled her to tell some of her own stories.&nbsp; This gave her much satisfaction, making it possible for a pre-stroke story-teller to be a post-stroke story-teller!Rosella was preceded in death by her parents,&nbsp; H.W. and Anna Enns Wiens, and her siblings Nick, Leonard, Simon, Adolph, Eva (Ruben Wedel), Mary (Bill Goossen), Esther (Walt Juhnke),Anna Grace Wiens, and four siblings who died in infancy. &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Harold, son Steve (Marilyn), daughter Sharon, grandchildren Madeline Regier, Drake Regier, and Claire Schultz.Memorial service will be 4:00 p.m., Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Faith Mennonite Church in Newton. Private family interment will take place at a later date.

Rosella Ruth Wiens Regier  |1933-2022|  

Eirving Eugene Rains, 80, of McPherson, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at 2:29 p.m., Saturday, May 21st, 2022 at his home. Eirv was born in Wallace, at his grandparents Locks' home, on July 22, 1941, a son to Mary Ruth (Lock) and Eldon Morris Rains. Eirv started grade school at Winona grade school, Winona, and finished grade school at Wallace, and graduated Wallace County Community High School, in Sharon Springs, in 1959. He honorably served in the U.S. Army as a SP4. He was stationed in Germany and with his mechanical abilities he was put in charge of the motor pool. Eirving Eugene Rains was united in marriage to Navene Neva Grund on June 27, 1965 at the Baptist Church in Sharon Springs. The young couple established their first home together in Wallace. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, two sons and one daughter, Keith, Kent, and Kerry. In the fall of 1971 the family moved to Sharon Springs, until 1999 when they moved to McPherson. Eirv grew up around his Uncle George Lock's gas station and mechanic shop where he learned mechanic skills and later became a mechanic for the Ford Garage in Sharon Springs. After returning from the Army, Eirv went to work at the Cowles Motor Service in Sharon Springs for a couple years. He then decided to go to work for Navene's Uncle John Mather's auto parts store and gas station. After a couple years, John sold the business to Eirv and Navene in 1968. They owned and operated the business employing many family members until 1999 when he retired and sold the business to a nephew, Chance Rains. During this time Eirv also served as mayor for 16 years, an EMT for 20 years, as the Wesleyan Church treasurer and worked on building projects, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce serving in many capacities, and served on the Board of Education, all of Sharon Springs. Eirv attended the First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Eirv enjoyed his family especially his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and cats. He was a perfectionist and could fix anything and loved things clean. He enjoyed playing cards, board games, golf, and loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas Jayhawks basketball. He enjoyed rides in the country and telling the history of Wallace County with his family. His grandkids loved when Grandad would get the golf cart out and he would give them all rides and teach them to drive. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of over 56 years Navene Rains, of McPherson; his children, Keith Rains, and wife Teresa, of Little River, Kent Rains and wife Suzanne, of Lenexa, and Kerry Schrock and husband Sam, of Kearney, Nebraska; his siblings, Richard Rains, of Wallace, Becky Vincent and husband Tony, of Sharon Springs, George Rains and wife Debbie, of Wallace, and Gerald Rains and his wife Shirley, of Sharon Springs; his sister-in-law, Maxine Atkinson and her husband Gene, of Garden City, Kansas; his seven grandchildren, Marci Boltz and husband Luke, Bronson Rains, Abigail Rains, Ethan Rains, Piper Schrock, Kade Schrock, Kit Schrock; his five great-grandchildren, Laetyn Boltz, Raif Boltz, Steelie Boltz, Ramsey Boltz, and Bret Boltz; many nephews, nieces, other relatives, and a host of friends. Eirving was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Allen; a sister-in-law, Pat Rains; a nephew Greg Rains and his wife Mel.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eirving Eugene Rains, 80, of McPherson, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at 2:29 p.m., Saturday, May 21st, 2022 at his home. Eirv was born in Wallace, at his grandparents Locks' home, on July 22, 1941, a son to Mary Ruth (Lock) and Eldon Morris Rains. Eirv started grade school at Winona grade school, Winona, and finished grade school at Wallace, and graduated Wallace County Community High School, in Sharon Springs, in 1959. He honorably served in the U.S. Army as a SP4. He was stationed in Germany and with his mechanical abilities he was put in charge of the motor pool. Eirving Eugene Rains was united in marriage to Navene Neva Grund on June 27, 1965 at the Baptist Church in Sharon Springs. The young couple established their first home together in Wallace. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, two sons and one daughter, Keith, Kent, and Kerry. In the fall of 1971 the family moved to Sharon Springs, until 1999 when they moved to McPherson. Eirv grew up around his Uncle George Lock's gas station and mechanic shop where he learned mechanic skills and later became a mechanic for the Ford Garage in Sharon Springs. After returning from the Army, Eirv went to work at the Cowles Motor Service in Sharon Springs for a couple years. He then decided to go to work for Navene's Uncle John Mather's auto parts store and gas station. After a couple years, John sold the business to Eirv and Navene in 1968. They owned and operated the business employing many family members until 1999 when he retired and sold the business to a nephew, Chance Rains. During this time Eirv also served as mayor for 16 years, an EMT for 20 years, as the Wesleyan Church treasurer and worked on building projects, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce serving in many capacities, and served on the Board of Education, all of Sharon Springs. Eirv attended the First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Eirv enjoyed his family especially his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and cats. He was a perfectionist and could fix anything and loved things clean. He enjoyed playing cards, board games, golf, and loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas Jayhawks basketball. He enjoyed rides in the country and telling the history of Wallace County with his family. His grandkids loved when Grandad would get the golf cart out and he would give them all rides and teach them to drive. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of over 56 years Navene Rains, of McPherson; his children, Keith Rains, and wife Teresa, of Little River, Kent Rains and wife Suzanne, of Lenexa, and Kerry Schrock and husband Sam, of Kearney, Nebraska; his siblings, Richard Rains, of Wallace, Becky Vincent and husband Tony, of Sharon Springs, George Rains and wife Debbie, of Wallace, and Gerald Rains and his wife Shirley, of Sharon Springs; his sister-in-law, Maxine Atkinson and her husband Gene, of Garden City, Kansas; his seven grandchildren, Marci Boltz and husband Luke, Bronson Rains, Abigail Rains, Ethan Rains, Piper Schrock, Kade Schrock, Kit Schrock; his five great-grandchildren, Laetyn Boltz, Raif Boltz, Steelie Boltz, Ramsey Boltz, and Bret Boltz; many nephews, nieces, other relatives, and a host of friends. Eirving was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Allen; a sister-in-law, Pat Rains; a nephew Greg Rains and his wife Mel.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eirving Eugene Rains  |1941-2022|  

Amy Lynn Hazlett, 71, of Raymond, passed away May 30, 2022, at her home. She was born September 8, 1950, in Racine, Wisconsin, the daughter of Dean and Joan Cooley Mardis. 

Amy has resided in Raymond for the past thirteen years, formerly of Garden City. She graduated from St. Catherine’s High School, Racine, Wisconsin, with the class of 1967. 

Amy worked at OPI Print and Copy Center, Great Bend, Kansas, as a secretary for Bush, Bush &amp; Shanelec Attorney’s office, Lyons, and for Rice County Appraiser’s Office, Lyons. She also worked part-time for Prairie Flower Crafts in Alden. Amy was a member of the House of Prayer, Chase, Senior Center, Chase and Quilt Guild. Amy enjoyed Quilting. On 

May 30, 1984, Amy was united in marriage with Robert “Bob” Hazlett in Lamar, Colorado. He survives in the home. She is also survived by her two daughters, Lynn Eberhardt and husband Troy of Lamar, CO, and Lori Kells and husband Jeremy of Garden City; son, Nathan Manring and wife Amy of Garden City; brother, Gary Mardis and wife Brenda of AZ; sister, Carol Kusters of Kansas City, MO; aunt, Maggie Mardis of Franklin, IN; and eight grandchildren. Amy is preceded in death by her grandmother, Beulah Mae Mardis of Franklin, IN; parents; and brother, Steve Mardis.

A memorial service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the Raymond Gym, Raymond, with Alan Root officiating with a lunch following.

Amy Lynn Hazlett, 71, of Raymond, passed away May 30, 2022, at her home. She was born September 8, 1950, in Racine, Wisconsin, the daughter of Dean and Joan Cooley Mardis. Amy has resided in Raymond for the past thirteen years, formerly of Garden City. She graduated from St. Catherine’s High School, Racine, Wisconsin, with the class of 1967. Amy worked at OPI Print and Copy Center, Great Bend, Kansas, as a secretary for Bush, Bush &amp; Shanelec Attorney’s office, Lyons, and for Rice County Appraiser’s Office, Lyons. She also worked part-time for Prairie Flower Crafts in Alden. Amy was a member of the House of Prayer, Chase, Senior Center, Chase and Quilt Guild. Amy enjoyed Quilting. On May 30, 1984, Amy was united in marriage with Robert “Bob” Hazlett in Lamar, Colorado. He survives in the home. She is also survived by her two daughters, Lynn Eberhardt and husband Troy of Lamar, CO, and Lori Kells and husband Jeremy of Garden City; son, Nathan Manring and wife Amy of Garden City; brother, Gary Mardis and wife Brenda of AZ; sister, Carol Kusters of Kansas City, MO; aunt, Maggie Mardis of Franklin, IN; and eight grandchildren. Amy is preceded in death by her grandmother, Beulah Mae Mardis of Franklin, IN; parents; and brother, Steve Mardis.A memorial service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the Raymond Gym, Raymond, with Alan Root officiating with a lunch following.

Amy Lynn Hazlett  |1950-2022|  

Gary Lee Buhler, 82, passed into God's hands on May 25,2022 at his home in South Hutchinson.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was born on September 10, 1939 to Menno and Opal ( Hubert) Buhler in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He graduated from Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; He served our country in the United States Air National Guard of Kansas. Gary was a Minister for over 50 years and he enjoyed singing and playing guitar in church and at home.&nbsp; He touched so many lives in so many ways through the years by teaching God's words.&nbsp; He is loved and missed.&nbsp;

Gary is survived by his wife, Rebecca of the home; daughters, Ann ( Darren ) Lane, Sarah Jones ( Justin Barker), Stephanie ( Ridley) Stokley all of Hutchinson.

Gary was preceded in death by sons, Steven Buhler, Paul Buhler, Robert Stokley, Anthony Stokley.

A celebration of Gary's life will be held on June 18, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at the Full Gospel Church, 414 East G Avenue, Hutchinson.

Gary Lee Buhler, 82, passed into God's hands on May 25,2022 at his home in South Hutchinson.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was born on September 10, 1939 to Menno and Opal ( Hubert) Buhler in Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He graduated from Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; He served our country in the United States Air National Guard of Kansas. Gary was a Minister for over 50 years and he enjoyed singing and playing guitar in church and at home.&nbsp; He touched so many lives in so many ways through the years by teaching God's words.&nbsp; He is loved and missed.&nbsp;Gary is survived by his wife, Rebecca of the home; daughters, Ann ( Darren ) Lane, Sarah Jones ( Justin Barker), Stephanie ( Ridley) Stokley all of Hutchinson.Gary was preceded in death by sons, Steven Buhler, Paul Buhler, Robert Stokley, Anthony Stokley.A celebration of Gary's life will be held on June 18, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at the Full Gospel Church, 414 East G Avenue, Hutchinson.

Gary Lee Buhler  |1939-2022|  

Mary Angelita Marshall, 69, passed away May 29, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born November 21, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Joe G. and Yolanda (Villagran) Garcia.

Mary enjoyed working in her flower garden, especially with her irises.&nbsp; She could be counted on by the family to be the babysitter for her grandchildren.&nbsp; Mary was a member of the Apostolic Assembly Church and was a lady with a strong faith.

She is survived by:&nbsp; her sons, Richard (Ondrea) Marshall, Jr., Joseph (fiancée, Kaley Faubus) Marshall, and Joshua (Bethany) Marshall, all of Hutchinson; fiancé, Francisco Ramos of Hutchinson; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings, Lydia Hernandez, Martha Garcia, Margaret Weathers, Maria Garcia, Joe (Rachel) Garcia, Michael (Nancy) Garcia, and Alex Solis.

Mary was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; son, Shon D. Garcia; grandson, Gabriel Marshall; and siblings, Rosalinda Cross and Isabel Garcia.

Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with Deacon Todd Ray officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at a later date in Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

Mary Angelita Marshall, 69, passed away May 29, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born November 21, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Joe G. and Yolanda (Villagran) Garcia.Mary enjoyed working in her flower garden, especially with her irises.&nbsp; She could be counted on by the family to be the babysitter for her grandchildren.&nbsp; Mary was a member of the Apostolic Assembly Church and was a lady with a strong faith.She is survived by:&nbsp; her sons, Richard (Ondrea) Marshall, Jr., Joseph (fiancée, Kaley Faubus) Marshall, and Joshua (Bethany) Marshall, all of Hutchinson; fiancé, Francisco Ramos of Hutchinson; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings, Lydia Hernandez, Martha Garcia, Margaret Weathers, Maria Garcia, Joe (Rachel) Garcia, Michael (Nancy) Garcia, and Alex Solis.Mary was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; son, Shon D. Garcia; grandson, Gabriel Marshall; and siblings, Rosalinda Cross and Isabel Garcia.Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with Deacon Todd Ray officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at a later date in Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

Mary Angelita Marshall  |1952-2022|  

James Arthur Hay, 84 of Herington, passed away on May 30, 2022, at his home in Herington, KS. He was born on November 10, 1937, to Albert Hay and Flora Downy in Soldier.

James grew up in the Onaga area attending local schools and graduating from Onaga High School with the class of 1955. As a child, James was led to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by one of his schoolteachers during his Junior High School years. Also, as a school kid he was very active in FFA. James enlisted into the United States Army on September 1, 1960, where he spent 7 ½ years as an auto repairman. &nbsp;On, October 21, 1962, James married the love of his life Rita Corcoran in Onaga, KS. This union was blessed with 3 children. James retired from the railroad after 40 plus years and many miles traveling the country. After retiring from the railroad, he went to work for Lyon Township as a clerk, treasure, and patrolman running a road grader.

In his free time James loved mending fences on his property, going to reunions of his military group, and fishing. What he loved the most was going to the mountains in Colorado with his family and taking yearly fishing trips to the mountains. James was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Herington. Family was very important to James.

James is survived by his wife of almost 60 years Rita of the home, son; Rex Hay and wife Karen, daughters; Renae Hay, and Rosalyn Lane and husband Jay, grandchildren; Megan Hay, Shelby Hay, Aaron Lane, Abigail Hay, Cassie Lane, Benjamin Hay, Montgomery Hay, and Caoimhe Hay, and great-grandchild; Zander.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, infant sister Angella Hay, brother; Stanley Hay, sister; Helen Worthington, and grandson; Proinsias Hay.&nbsp; Yazel-Megli Funeral Home Herington Chapel is serving the family.

Family will receive guests on Sunday, June 6 from 5pm to 7pm at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS 67449. Funeral services will take place Monday June 6, at the First Baptist Church of Herington at 10:30am with graveside services to follow at Mitchell Valley Cemetery east of Herington. Family will then receive guests at the church for a luncheon immediately following the graveside committal.

James Arthur Hay, 84 of Herington, passed away on May 30, 2022, at his home in Herington, KS. He was born on November 10, 1937, to Albert Hay and Flora Downy in Soldier.James grew up in the Onaga area attending local schools and graduating from Onaga High School with the class of 1955. As a child, James was led to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by one of his schoolteachers during his Junior High School years. Also, as a school kid he was very active in FFA. James enlisted into the United States Army on September 1, 1960, where he spent 7 ½ years as an auto repairman. &nbsp;On, October 21, 1962, James married the love of his life Rita Corcoran in Onaga, KS. This union was blessed with 3 children. James retired from the railroad after 40 plus years and many miles traveling the country. After retiring from the railroad, he went to work for Lyon Township as a clerk, treasure, and patrolman running a road grader.In his free time James loved mending fences on his property, going to reunions of his military group, and fishing. What he loved the most was going to the mountains in Colorado with his family and taking yearly fishing trips to the mountains. James was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Herington. Family was very important to James.James is survived by his wife of almost 60 years Rita of the home, son; Rex Hay and wife Karen, daughters; Renae Hay, and Rosalyn Lane and husband Jay, grandchildren; Megan Hay, Shelby Hay, Aaron Lane, Abigail Hay, Cassie Lane, Benjamin Hay, Montgomery Hay, and Caoimhe Hay, and great-grandchild; Zander.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents, infant sister Angella Hay, brother; Stanley Hay, sister; Helen Worthington, and grandson; Proinsias Hay.&nbsp; Yazel-Megli Funeral Home Herington Chapel is serving the family.Family will receive guests on Sunday, June 6 from 5pm to 7pm at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, 404 S. Broadway, Herington, KS 67449. Funeral services will take place Monday June 6, at the First Baptist Church of Herington at 10:30am with graveside services to follow at Mitchell Valley Cemetery east of Herington. Family will then receive guests at the church for a luncheon immediately following the graveside committal.

James Arthur Hay  |1937-2022|  

Shirley L. Dix, 79, of Topeka, passed away Monday, May 30, 2022, at Stormont Vail Hospital, Topeka. She was born June 6, 1942, on her grandparent’s farm near Burdick, to Ernest and Leah (Nely) Cheever.

She graduated from Centre High School with the class of 1962.

On June 6, 1984, she married Gerald R. Dix at the Herington United Methodist Church Parsonage. They made their home in Delavan before moving to Herington in May 2005. Shirley moved to Topeka in May 2014 to be closer to her greatest joy, her grandson Dakota.

Shirley worked many jobs as a waitress for Mom’s Café, at Western Auto and later in the meat department of Stiles Thriftway before becoming a mother and homemaker.

She enjoyed sewing, embroidery, gardening, cooking and baking and was best known by many for her homemade cinnamon rolls. Shirley also loved donating her time to her daughter’s school and her church doing everything from organizing funeral dinners to teaching Sunday School and singing in the choir.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, husband, step-grandson Lester Denbow, and brothers-in-law Harrison “Wally” McWhorter Sr. and Ether “Lee” Davis Jr.; and sister in law and brother in law Gwendolyn and Darrell “Mack” McClure.

She is survived by her daughter Shandi (Jeremy) Banaka of Hoyt, step-daughter Carol Denbow of Saco, Maine; grandson Dakota Pase of Hoyt, unborn granddaughter Raylee Jaymes Banaka, step-grandchildren Joey Denbow and Lissa Day, both of Maine; 14 step-great grandchildren and 3 step great-great grandchildren; sisters Mary Ann Davis of St. Joseph, Mich., Ilene McWhorter of Bennington, Kan.; brothers Donald Cheever of Salina, Kan., Kenneth (Ida) Cheever of Abilene, Kan.; sister-in-law Marilyn (Paul) Campbell of Herington; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Her family will gather with friends on Friday, June 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m. led by Pastor Brian Polin at the First Baptist Church, Herington. Shirley will be laid to rest in Delavan Cemetery.&nbsp;

Shirley L. Dix, 79, of Topeka, passed away Monday, May 30, 2022, at Stormont Vail Hospital, Topeka. She was born June 6, 1942, on her grandparent’s farm near Burdick, to Ernest and Leah (Nely) Cheever.She graduated from Centre High School with the class of 1962.On June 6, 1984, she married Gerald R. Dix at the Herington United Methodist Church Parsonage. They made their home in Delavan before moving to Herington in May 2005. Shirley moved to Topeka in May 2014 to be closer to her greatest joy, her grandson Dakota.Shirley worked many jobs as a waitress for Mom’s Café, at Western Auto and later in the meat department of Stiles Thriftway before becoming a mother and homemaker.She enjoyed sewing, embroidery, gardening, cooking and baking and was best known by many for her homemade cinnamon rolls. Shirley also loved donating her time to her daughter’s school and her church doing everything from organizing funeral dinners to teaching Sunday School and singing in the choir.Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, husband, step-grandson Lester Denbow, and brothers-in-law Harrison “Wally” McWhorter Sr. and Ether “Lee” Davis Jr.; and sister in law and brother in law Gwendolyn and Darrell “Mack” McClure.She is survived by her daughter Shandi (Jeremy) Banaka of Hoyt, step-daughter Carol Denbow of Saco, Maine; grandson Dakota Pase of Hoyt, unborn granddaughter Raylee Jaymes Banaka, step-grandchildren Joey Denbow and Lissa Day, both of Maine; 14 step-great grandchildren and 3 step great-great grandchildren; sisters Mary Ann Davis of St. Joseph, Mich., Ilene McWhorter of Bennington, Kan.; brothers Donald Cheever of Salina, Kan., Kenneth (Ida) Cheever of Abilene, Kan.; sister-in-law Marilyn (Paul) Campbell of Herington; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.Her family will gather with friends on Friday, June 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m. led by Pastor Brian Polin at the First Baptist Church, Herington. Shirley will be laid to rest in Delavan Cemetery.&nbsp;

Shirley L. Dix  |1942-2022|  

Valerie Lind Fast went home to Jesus on May 23, 2022 at age
53.&nbsp; Valerie was born to Timothy Fast and
Gloria Seachris on January 20, 1969 in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; 

She is survived by her parents; sister, Monica
Hageman; four children, Eric Harper, Brooke Gillespie, Baye Harper and
Cassandra Harper as well as three granddaughters. Services will be held at Hutchinson Funeral
Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 4,
2022.

Valerie Lind Fast went home to Jesus on May 23, 2022 at age
53.&nbsp; Valerie was born to Timothy Fast and
Gloria Seachris on January 20, 1969 in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; She is survived by her parents; sister, Monica
Hageman; four children, Eric Harper, Brooke Gillespie, Baye Harper and
Cassandra Harper as well as three granddaughters. Services will be held at Hutchinson Funeral
Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 4,
2022.

Valerie Lind Fast  |1969-2022|  

Roy J. Fortune, 67, of Medicine Lodge, died Sunday, May 29, 2022 at Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital.

He was born on December 29, 1954 in Fairview, Oklahoma, the son of Roy Lee Fortune and Betty Lou (Fipps) Fortune. On November 21, 1977, he married Jeaneane (Peterson) Fortune in Las Vegas, NV. Roy was an operator for National Gypsum and was the caretaker of the Highland Cemetery in Medicine Lodge. Surviving are his wife, Jeaneane Fortune of Medicine Lodge; children: Eric (Sarah), Janelle, and Aaron (Jessica). Grandchildren: Logan, Libby, Luke, Ruby, Carl, Alma, Harper, Graham and Warren; sister, Sherry (Roland) Inslee and brother Tom (Kathy) Fortune. Roy was preceded in death by his parents. He had many hobbies; hunting, fishing, painting woodworking, karaoke and golf. He also drove a covered wagon for the Peace Treaty Pageant for many years and participated in the Night Show for years until his health kept him from it. He also participated in the Demo Derby during the county fair when they had that. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roy J. Fortune, 67, of Medicine Lodge, died Sunday, May 29, 2022 at Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital.He was born on December 29, 1954 in Fairview, Oklahoma, the son of Roy Lee Fortune and Betty Lou (Fipps) Fortune. On November 21, 1977, he married Jeaneane (Peterson) Fortune in Las Vegas, NV. Roy was an operator for National Gypsum and was the caretaker of the Highland Cemetery in Medicine Lodge. Surviving are his wife, Jeaneane Fortune of Medicine Lodge; children: Eric (Sarah), Janelle, and Aaron (Jessica). Grandchildren: Logan, Libby, Luke, Ruby, Carl, Alma, Harper, Graham and Warren; sister, Sherry (Roland) Inslee and brother Tom (Kathy) Fortune. Roy was preceded in death by his parents. He had many hobbies; hunting, fishing, painting woodworking, karaoke and golf. He also drove a covered wagon for the Peace Treaty Pageant for many years and participated in the Night Show for years until his health kept him from it. He also participated in the Demo Derby during the county fair when they had that. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roy J. Fortune  |1954-2022|  

Dean Wilke Koppes was born on July 6, 1929, in Newton. He died at Kidron Bethel Healthcare in North Newton, on May 30, 2022, about a month short of his 93rd&nbsp;birthday. He was the second son of Melinda Wilke Koppes and Daniel Atlee Koppes of North Newton. He attended Cooper Grade School, Bethel Academy at Bethel College, and graduated from Newton High School in 1947. In the early 1950s his voluntary service work was at the State Mental Hospital in Topeka, and a medical hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.

After voluntary service he continued working with his parents on their dairy farm on West 24th&nbsp;Street in North Newton, Kansas. During this time, he also worked for several years at the Newton Ice Plant. In 1959 he began working at the Gas Service Company located on West 6th&nbsp;Street in Newton. He retired from the Gas Service Company in August 1991.

It was while at the gas company that fellow workers got him interested in bowling. That sport became his passion, and he won many trophies over the years. He spent 17 years as the City Secretary for the Newton Bowling Association. For a number of years, he also served as a Board Director with the Kansas State Bowling Association.

He met Linda Ikerd when she worked at the Gas Service Company. They were married on October 11, 1969. Twin boys, Roger Alan and Kerry Dean, completed the family on July 30, 1971.

He is survived by his wife, two sons, two daughters, and numerous grandchildren. Roger and his wife Brandy live in Kenai, Alaska. Kerry and his wife Krista live in Windsor, Colorado. He is also survived by two daughters from a previous marriage. Kayla D. Koppes lives in Florida. Rhonda Ruth Koppes Schafer lives in Lanexa, Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Clinton Clarence Koppes.

A graveside memorial service will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Newton, Kansas, on Friday, June 3, 2022, at 10 a.m. Visitation time with the family will be at the gravesite immediately following the service.

Dean Wilke Koppes was born on July 6, 1929, in Newton. He died at Kidron Bethel Healthcare in North Newton, on May 30, 2022, about a month short of his 93rd&nbsp;birthday. He was the second son of Melinda Wilke Koppes and Daniel Atlee Koppes of North Newton. He attended Cooper Grade School, Bethel Academy at Bethel College, and graduated from Newton High School in 1947. In the early 1950s his voluntary service work was at the State Mental Hospital in Topeka, and a medical hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.After voluntary service he continued working with his parents on their dairy farm on West 24th&nbsp;Street in North Newton, Kansas. During this time, he also worked for several years at the Newton Ice Plant. In 1959 he began working at the Gas Service Company located on West 6th&nbsp;Street in Newton. He retired from the Gas Service Company in August 1991.It was while at the gas company that fellow workers got him interested in bowling. That sport became his passion, and he won many trophies over the years. He spent 17 years as the City Secretary for the Newton Bowling Association. For a number of years, he also served as a Board Director with the Kansas State Bowling Association.He met Linda Ikerd when she worked at the Gas Service Company. They were married on October 11, 1969. Twin boys, Roger Alan and Kerry Dean, completed the family on July 30, 1971.He is survived by his wife, two sons, two daughters, and numerous grandchildren. Roger and his wife Brandy live in Kenai, Alaska. Kerry and his wife Krista live in Windsor, Colorado. He is also survived by two daughters from a previous marriage. Kayla D. Koppes lives in Florida. Rhonda Ruth Koppes Schafer lives in Lanexa, Virginia.He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Clinton Clarence Koppes.A graveside memorial service will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Newton, Kansas, on Friday, June 3, 2022, at 10 a.m. Visitation time with the family will be at the gravesite immediately following the service.

Dean Wilke Koppes  |1929-2022|  

Jackie “Jack” Lee Mitcham, 89, died on May 27, 2022.

He was born January 23, 1933, in Basin, West Virginia, the son of Patrick and Hazel (McKinney) Mitcham, Jack attended Oceana High School, graduating with the class of 1951. Following his graduation he served 4 years in the United States Airforce.&nbsp;

Jack was a retiree from the Santa Fe Railroad after working there for over 40 years.

Jack was united in marriage to Christine Brandal and she preceded him in death.

Jack enjoyed birds, chess, poker, collecting antiques, and music, especially blues. If he wasn’t spending time enjoying one of his many hobbies, he was usually found studying his bible and worshiping God.&nbsp;

He was a talented musician, who played in a band for many years. Jack was unable to read music, but was able to learn music by ear.&nbsp;

Jack is survived by his sons, Daniel and Robert Mitcham; granddaughters, Olivia and Tera Mitcham; and grandsons, Gabriel Stoval and Brian Mitcham.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his wife, Christine Mitcham; parents, Patrick and Hazel Mitcham; daughter, Michelle ‘Shelly’ Wilmore; and son, Ricky Mitcham.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday June 6, 2022 at Halstead City Cemetery in Halstead, with Military Honors from McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday June 5, 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home.

The Mitcham family would like to extend our gratitude to all the staff at Newton Medical Center, Good Shepherd Hospice, and Eldorado Care and Rehab for their attentiveness and loving care.&nbsp;

Jackie “Jack” Lee Mitcham, 89, died on May 27, 2022.He was born January 23, 1933, in Basin, West Virginia, the son of Patrick and Hazel (McKinney) Mitcham, Jack attended Oceana High School, graduating with the class of 1951. Following his graduation he served 4 years in the United States Airforce.&nbsp;Jack was a retiree from the Santa Fe Railroad after working there for over 40 years.Jack was united in marriage to Christine Brandal and she preceded him in death.Jack enjoyed birds, chess, poker, collecting antiques, and music, especially blues. If he wasn’t spending time enjoying one of his many hobbies, he was usually found studying his bible and worshiping God.&nbsp;He was a talented musician, who played in a band for many years. Jack was unable to read music, but was able to learn music by ear.&nbsp;Jack is survived by his sons, Daniel and Robert Mitcham; granddaughters, Olivia and Tera Mitcham; and grandsons, Gabriel Stoval and Brian Mitcham.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his wife, Christine Mitcham; parents, Patrick and Hazel Mitcham; daughter, Michelle ‘Shelly’ Wilmore; and son, Ricky Mitcham.A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday June 6, 2022 at Halstead City Cemetery in Halstead, with Military Honors from McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday June 5, 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home.The Mitcham family would like to extend our gratitude to all the staff at Newton Medical Center, Good Shepherd Hospice, and Eldorado Care and Rehab for their attentiveness and loving care.&nbsp;

Jackie “Jack” Lee Mitcham  |1933-2022|  

Sharon Kay Gilbert-Nelson, 77, passed away on 27th day of May, 2022 in Haysville, Kansas.  She was born in Wichita, to Kenneth Richard Newton and Esther (Graham) Newton. 

She was a life long resident of Wichita, and was a 1962 graduate of Wichita High School East. After Graduation she married George Robert Gilbert Jr on August 16, 1962 until he passed June 2, 2010. They had 3 daughters Shelly Gilbert-Smith, Sandra Schlicher, and Melinda Offield. She lived her remaining years with her best friend and partner Bill Nelson.

Sharon was a member of Tops in Valley Center, Red Hats Society, and Haysville Horticulture Group. She enjoyed gardening, painting, camping, fishing, and being around family and friends.

She is preceeded in death by her parents Kenneth R Newton and Esther M Newton, her brother Jim Newton and spouse George Robert Gilbert Jr.

Sharon is survived by her spouse Bill Nelson; children Shelly Gilbert-Smith, Sandra Schlicher (Michael), and Melinda Offield (William); grandchildren Krista Galloway, Troy Galloway, Kennth Galloway, Ashley Swanson, Branda Horsch, LeAnn Rivera, Samantha Offield, Cassady Schlicher, Dakotah Gilbert, Logan Offield, Aislan Ortiz, Kayden Offield, Brooklynn Schlicher, Daniel Schlicher, and Avelynn Schlicher; and many great grandchildren with 4 due this year.

Services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, June 1, at West Haysville Baptist Church, 141 N. Lamar, Haysville.

Sharon Kay Gilbert-Nelson, 77, passed away on 27th day of May, 2022 in Haysville, Kansas. She was born in Wichita, to Kenneth Richard Newton and Esther (Graham) Newton. She was a life long resident of Wichita, and was a 1962 graduate of Wichita High School East. After Graduation she married George Robert Gilbert Jr on August 16, 1962 until he passed June 2, 2010. They had 3 daughters Shelly Gilbert-Smith, Sandra Schlicher, and Melinda Offield. She lived her remaining years with her best friend and partner Bill Nelson.Sharon was a member of Tops in Valley Center, Red Hats Society, and Haysville Horticulture Group. She enjoyed gardening, painting, camping, fishing, and being around family and friends.She is preceeded in death by her parents Kenneth R Newton and Esther M Newton, her brother Jim Newton and spouse George Robert Gilbert Jr.Sharon is survived by her spouse Bill Nelson; children Shelly Gilbert-Smith, Sandra Schlicher (Michael), and Melinda Offield (William); grandchildren Krista Galloway, Troy Galloway, Kennth Galloway, Ashley Swanson, Branda Horsch, LeAnn Rivera, Samantha Offield, Cassady Schlicher, Dakotah Gilbert, Logan Offield, Aislan Ortiz, Kayden Offield, Brooklynn Schlicher, Daniel Schlicher, and Avelynn Schlicher; and many great grandchildren with 4 due this year.Services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, June 1, at West Haysville Baptist Church, 141 N. Lamar, Haysville.

Sharon Kay Gilbert-Nelson  |2022|  

Jack Lee Edwards, 82, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 29, 2022, at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; He owned and operated Edwards Backhoe Service and Edwards Oil Properties.

Jack was born on May 9, 1940, in Tahlequah, OK, the son of Thomas and Sendy (Cattron) Edwards.&nbsp; On November 8, 1968, he was united in marriage to Elouise P. (Neill) Holtzclaw in Pampa, TX.&nbsp;

He was a United States Army Veteran and was a member of the American Legion Post #24.&nbsp;

Survivors include: his loving wife of over 53 years, Elouise of the home; three daughters, Pamela Wilson (Roy) of Fulton, IL, Angie Bonham (Vernon) of McPherson, and Lynette Reagan of McPherson; a brother, Larry Edwards of Oklahoma City, OK; eight grandchildren, Andrew Bonham, Rachael Anderson, Amanda Wilson, Jeff Wilson, Josh Wilson, Brady Wilson, Emily Speer and Nathan Reagan; 16 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Jeffery Holtzclaw, and eight siblings.

A graveside service with Military Honors will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, June 3, 2022, at McPherson Cemetery with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp;

Jack Lee Edwards, 82, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 29, 2022, at The Cedars, McPherson.&nbsp; He owned and operated Edwards Backhoe Service and Edwards Oil Properties.Jack was born on May 9, 1940, in Tahlequah, OK, the son of Thomas and Sendy (Cattron) Edwards.&nbsp; On November 8, 1968, he was united in marriage to Elouise P. (Neill) Holtzclaw in Pampa, TX.&nbsp;He was a United States Army Veteran and was a member of the American Legion Post #24.&nbsp;Survivors include: his loving wife of over 53 years, Elouise of the home; three daughters, Pamela Wilson (Roy) of Fulton, IL, Angie Bonham (Vernon) of McPherson, and Lynette Reagan of McPherson; a brother, Larry Edwards of Oklahoma City, OK; eight grandchildren, Andrew Bonham, Rachael Anderson, Amanda Wilson, Jeff Wilson, Josh Wilson, Brady Wilson, Emily Speer and Nathan Reagan; 16 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Jeffery Holtzclaw, and eight siblings.A graveside service with Military Honors will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, June 3, 2022, at McPherson Cemetery with Rev. Tom Griffith officiating.&nbsp;

Jack Lee Edwards  |1940-2022|  

Erin E. Evans, age 64, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022 at his home in Macksville. He was born on December 3, 1957 in Larned, the son of Richard and Peggy (Brown) Evans. 

Erin was the National Little Britches Champion in the high school rodeo. Making it to the National Little Britches Finals in 1976, he rode in the 79th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days, participating in Bareback Riding, Steer Wrestling &amp; Bull Riding.  He was a member of the Macksville Christian Church, American Cattlemen's Association and the NRA.   On 

April 4, 1979 he married Kathryn Dee (Dietrich) in Las Vegas at The Chapel of The Bells. Erin worked as a farmer for most of his active life with a passion for the family farm, established in 1908.  While in Macksville, he served as a volunteer firefighter for the Macksville Fire Department.  In his spare time, he enjoyed time with family and friends, never missing an opportunity for a good laugh or prank played.  Erin had a deep passion for hunting.  He had a knack for finding the big bucks, remembering the date and place where each one was shot.  He loved sharing in other hunters’ successes as well.  Erin was a very giving person and a kind hearted soul, always willing and ready to lend a hand to anyone in need. 

 Survivors include two sons, Neri Brandon (Mariana) Evans, Macksville; KS., John Kirt (Shelly) Evans, Macksville; daughter, Kandi Erin Evans, Yukon, OK; brother Kirt J (Julie) Evans, Eldorado; nephew, Forrest (Darra) Evans, Eldorado; grandchildren, Brianna Evans, Sierra Soderberg, Skyler Evans, Kyler Evans, Ramsy Evans and great grandchild, Brody Heinlein. 

He was preceded in death by both of his parents. Memorial service will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, June 10, 2022 at the Macksville Christian Church with Pastor Jacob Russell Presiding. Inurnment will follow at the Farmington Cemetery, Macksville.

Erin E. Evans, age 64, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022 at his home in Macksville. He was born on December 3, 1957 in Larned, the son of Richard and Peggy (Brown) Evans. Erin was the National Little Britches Champion in the high school rodeo. Making it to the National Little Britches Finals in 1976, he rode in the 79th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days, participating in Bareback Riding, Steer Wrestling &amp; Bull Riding. He was a member of the Macksville Christian Church, American Cattlemen's Association and the NRA. On April 4, 1979 he married Kathryn Dee (Dietrich) in Las Vegas at The Chapel of The Bells. Erin worked as a farmer for most of his active life with a passion for the family farm, established in 1908. While in Macksville, he served as a volunteer firefighter for the Macksville Fire Department. In his spare time, he enjoyed time with family and friends, never missing an opportunity for a good laugh or prank played. Erin had a deep passion for hunting. He had a knack for finding the big bucks, remembering the date and place where each one was shot. He loved sharing in other hunters’ successes as well. Erin was a very giving person and a kind hearted soul, always willing and ready to lend a hand to anyone in need. Survivors include two sons, Neri Brandon (Mariana) Evans, Macksville; KS., John Kirt (Shelly) Evans, Macksville; daughter, Kandi Erin Evans, Yukon, OK; brother Kirt J (Julie) Evans, Eldorado; nephew, Forrest (Darra) Evans, Eldorado; grandchildren, Brianna Evans, Sierra Soderberg, Skyler Evans, Kyler Evans, Ramsy Evans and great grandchild, Brody Heinlein. He was preceded in death by both of his parents. Memorial service will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, June 10, 2022 at the Macksville Christian Church with Pastor Jacob Russell Presiding. Inurnment will follow at the Farmington Cemetery, Macksville.

Erin E. Evans  |1957-2022|  

Frances Rose Settle, 86, of Lyons, passed away May 30, 2022, at her home. She was born September 18, 1935, in Walters, Oklahoma, the daughter of W.J. “Bill” and Elsie Fatheree Reece. 

Frances has resided in Lyons since 2008, formerly of Chickaska, Oklahoma. She graduated from Anadarko High School, Anadarko, Oklahoma, with the class of 1954. Frances was co-owner and co-publisher of The Chickasha Star, The Tuttle Times, and The Minco Minstrel from 1975 until 1996. She was also co-publisher of several Kansas newspapers, The Tiller and Toiler, Larned, Ellinwood Leader, Ellinwood, Hoisington Dispatch, and Lyons News. She was a member of the First Church of Christ Scientist in Chickasha, OK, Oklahoma Press Association, Altruisa Club, Chickasha, OK, Main Street in Chickasha, OK, and Worthwhile Book Club in Lyons. 

On April 9, 1955, Frances was united in marriage with H. Marshall Settle in Anadarko, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on February 6, 2006. She is also preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Billy, Wayne, and Jimmy Reece; and two sisters, Charlene Manthei and Joyce Reece. Frances is survived by her two sons, John Settle and wife Paula of Oklahoma City, OK, and David Settle and wife Anita of Lyons; brother, Tommy Reece of Abilene, TX; sister, Gwen Moser of Norman, OK; six grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren.

 A memorial service will be held at a later date in Chickasha, Oklahoma with burial at the Memory Lane Cemetery, Anadarko, Oklahoma.&nbsp;

Frances Rose Settle, 86, of Lyons, passed away May 30, 2022, at her home. She was born September 18, 1935, in Walters, Oklahoma, the daughter of W.J. “Bill” and Elsie Fatheree Reece. Frances has resided in Lyons since 2008, formerly of Chickaska, Oklahoma. She graduated from Anadarko High School, Anadarko, Oklahoma, with the class of 1954. Frances was co-owner and co-publisher of The Chickasha Star, The Tuttle Times, and The Minco Minstrel from 1975 until 1996. She was also co-publisher of several Kansas newspapers, The Tiller and Toiler, Larned, Ellinwood Leader, Ellinwood, Hoisington Dispatch, and Lyons News. She was a member of the First Church of Christ Scientist in Chickasha, OK, Oklahoma Press Association, Altruisa Club, Chickasha, OK, Main Street in Chickasha, OK, and Worthwhile Book Club in Lyons. On April 9, 1955, Frances was united in marriage with H. Marshall Settle in Anadarko, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on February 6, 2006. She is also preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Billy, Wayne, and Jimmy Reece; and two sisters, Charlene Manthei and Joyce Reece. Frances is survived by her two sons, John Settle and wife Paula of Oklahoma City, OK, and David Settle and wife Anita of Lyons; brother, Tommy Reece of Abilene, TX; sister, Gwen Moser of Norman, OK; six grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Chickasha, Oklahoma with burial at the Memory Lane Cemetery, Anadarko, Oklahoma.&nbsp;

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