David William Griffin, 58, died suddenly April 16, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born October 6, 1963, in Hutchinson, to John William and Janice (Ayers) Griffin.

David graduated from Nickerson High School in 1982.&nbsp; He was a farmer/stockman, and owned Griffin Seed House with his father.&nbsp; David enjoyed farming, stock car racing, barn parties, and he had a gift for mentoring individuals, both young and old.&nbsp; David cherished the times spent with his “grand-girls”.

On April 30, 1983, he married Darla Renee Green, in Nickerson. She died May 16, 1990, along with their son, Russell William Griffin.&nbsp; On October 6, 2018, he married his former high school classmate, Rebecca Bayless, at their farm home, rural Nickerson.&nbsp;

David is survived by:&nbsp; wife, Rebecca Griffin; father, John Griffin (Gina Glenn), all of Nickerson; mother, Janice “Jan” Griffin Piatt; sister, Jennifer Griffin Rueschhoff (Jason), all of Blue Springs, MO; stepchildren, Mike Webster (Cynthia) of Pottsville, AR; and Chelsey Chandler (Trevor) of Russellville, AR; his “grand-girls”, Paisley Chandler, Brylee Chandler, Mattie Webster, and Macie Webster; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his wife, Darla; son, Russell; sister, Gail Bugner; and stepfather, Jack Piatt.

Celebration of Life service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Lowell Miller officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary. The family requests casual attire, just as David would have wanted

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In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the David W. Griffin Memorial Fund (to be shared with various organizations David supported), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, 67501.

The family invites David’s friends to gather at the Knights of Columbus, 1200 W. 15th, Hutchinson, immediately following the burial for light refreshments and to share memories of David.&nbsp;

David William Griffin, 58, died suddenly April 16, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born October 6, 1963, in Hutchinson, to John William and Janice (Ayers) Griffin.David graduated from Nickerson High School in 1982.&nbsp; He was a farmer/stockman, and owned Griffin Seed House with his father.&nbsp; David enjoyed farming, stock car racing, barn parties, and he had a gift for mentoring individuals, both young and old.&nbsp; David cherished the times spent with his “grand-girls”.On April 30, 1983, he married Darla Renee Green, in Nickerson. She died May 16, 1990, along with their son, Russell William Griffin.&nbsp; On October 6, 2018, he married his former high school classmate, Rebecca Bayless, at their farm home, rural Nickerson.&nbsp;David is survived by:&nbsp; wife, Rebecca Griffin; father, John Griffin (Gina Glenn), all of Nickerson; mother, Janice “Jan” Griffin Piatt; sister, Jennifer Griffin Rueschhoff (Jason), all of Blue Springs, MO; stepchildren, Mike Webster (Cynthia) of Pottsville, AR; and Chelsey Chandler (Trevor) of Russellville, AR; his “grand-girls”, Paisley Chandler, Brylee Chandler, Mattie Webster, and Macie Webster; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his wife, Darla; son, Russell; sister, Gail Bugner; and stepfather, Jack Piatt.Celebration of Life service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Lowell Miller officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary. The family requests casual attire, just as David would have wanted<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1650333273179009">Click here to view David's Celebration of Life</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the David W. Griffin Memorial Fund (to be shared with various organizations David supported), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, 67501.The family invites David’s friends to gather at the Knights of Columbus, 1200 W. 15th, Hutchinson, immediately following the burial for light refreshments and to share memories of David.&nbsp;

David William Griffin  |1963-2022| 

Ann R. Phillips, 73, passed away April 16, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born January 24, 1949, in Great Bend, to Virgil and Peggy (Milloway) Wilhelm.

Ann was a 1967 graduate of Otis-Bison High School, Otis, and went on to graduate from Salt City Business College, Hutchinson. Ann was employed by The Center for Counseling and Consultation, Great Bend, retiring in 2018 with over 35 years of service. She was a member of Journey Mennonite Church, South Hutchinson, Hutchinson Horticulture Club, and the Reno County Volunteer Center.

She enjoyed gardening, decorating and spending fun times with friends and family, including traveling and weekly card games with special friends. She was also skilled in grooming family and neighborhood dogs and had Starbucks at the top of her list for drinks that required a predefined and orchestrated method of drinking.&nbsp; She loved to attend grandchildrens’ activities, shopping and took joy in spending time outdoors whether on long walks or leisurely bike rides with Jim and their dog Parker.&nbsp; Ann cemented lifelong friendships with her co-workers who became like family during her career as a medical transcriptionist. After retirement, Ann wore many hats and volunteered at numerous places, including the Hutchinson Fox Theatre, Volunteer Center of Reno County Friends in Action program as well as the Etc. Shop where she had such fun times with her co- workers, the ‘Linen Sisters’. She was a lovable lady with a fun sense of humor who took pride in being ‘put together’ and having her home and workspace beautifully decorated in the holidays of each season. She always brightened any gathering with her happy smile and quick wit. Ann truly valued her ‘tight-knit’ neighborhood, church, and community that she lived and participated in and could be counted on to be a team player. If there was a need, she was there to support it. She thoroughly enjoyed her various activities, but her most treasured times were when she was with her family, especially her grandkids, with whom she got so much enjoyment from and showered them with love always. Of all the things that she accomplished in her life, her most cherished roles were wife, mother, grandma, daughter, sister, and friend.

On July 19, 1969, Ann married the love of her life, James Lee Phillips, in Larned, and that night watched Neil Armstrong walk on the moon. They shared over 52 beautiful years of marriage.

She is survived by: her husband, Jim Phillips of Hutchinson; daughter, Dana Darrah and husband Chad of Hutchinson; and daughter, Nicole Beatty and husband Chad of Lawrence; grandchildren, Lauren and Carter Darrah, and twins, Greyson and Liam Beatty; numerous nieces and nephews; and her lovable Westie, Parker.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Peggy Wilhelm, and brother, Duane Wilhelm.

A Celebration of Life is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Judy Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the Partridge Cemetery, Partridge.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, April 22, 2022, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

To view the funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of Ann’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website on the day of the service beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Ann R. Phillips, 73, passed away April 16, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born January 24, 1949, in Great Bend, to Virgil and Peggy (Milloway) Wilhelm.Ann was a 1967 graduate of Otis-Bison High School, Otis, and went on to graduate from Salt City Business College, Hutchinson. Ann was employed by The Center for Counseling and Consultation, Great Bend, retiring in 2018 with over 35 years of service. She was a member of Journey Mennonite Church, South Hutchinson, Hutchinson Horticulture Club, and the Reno County Volunteer Center.She enjoyed gardening, decorating and spending fun times with friends and family, including traveling and weekly card games with special friends. She was also skilled in grooming family and neighborhood dogs and had Starbucks at the top of her list for drinks that required a predefined and orchestrated method of drinking.&nbsp; She loved to attend grandchildrens’ activities, shopping and took joy in spending time outdoors whether on long walks or leisurely bike rides with Jim and their dog Parker.&nbsp; Ann cemented lifelong friendships with her co-workers who became like family during her career as a medical transcriptionist. After retirement, Ann wore many hats and volunteered at numerous places, including the Hutchinson Fox Theatre, Volunteer Center of Reno County Friends in Action program as well as the Etc. Shop where she had such fun times with her co- workers, the ‘Linen Sisters’. She was a lovable lady with a fun sense of humor who took pride in being ‘put together’ and having her home and workspace beautifully decorated in the holidays of each season. She always brightened any gathering with her happy smile and quick wit. Ann truly valued her ‘tight-knit’ neighborhood, church, and community that she lived and participated in and could be counted on to be a team player. If there was a need, she was there to support it. She thoroughly enjoyed her various activities, but her most treasured times were when she was with her family, especially her grandkids, with whom she got so much enjoyment from and showered them with love always. Of all the things that she accomplished in her life, her most cherished roles were wife, mother, grandma, daughter, sister, and friend.On July 19, 1969, Ann married the love of her life, James Lee Phillips, in Larned, and that night watched Neil Armstrong walk on the moon. They shared over 52 beautiful years of marriage.She is survived by: her husband, Jim Phillips of Hutchinson; daughter, Dana Darrah and husband Chad of Hutchinson; and daughter, Nicole Beatty and husband Chad of Lawrence; grandchildren, Lauren and Carter Darrah, and twins, Greyson and Liam Beatty; numerous nieces and nephews; and her lovable Westie, Parker.Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Peggy Wilhelm, and brother, Duane Wilhelm.A Celebration of Life is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Judy Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the Partridge Cemetery, Partridge.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, April 22, 2022, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.To view the funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of Ann’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website on the day of the service beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Ann R. Phillips  |1949-2022| 

Lois Marie Ronsick, 81, of Hutchison, died April 16, 2022, at Pleasant View Home, Inman. She was born September 9, 1940, in Uniontown, to Lowell and Dorothy (Reynolds) Chambers.

Lois graduated from Uniontown High School in 1957 and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1963. She worked as a health and auto insurance clerk. Lois loved to garden, watch sports on television, play piano and spend time with her family. She was a member of the Wives of the Gideon’s Auxiliary from 1988 to 2007. Lois was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Hutchinson.

On June 1, 1957, she married Rev. Omar Alvin Ronsick, in Uniontown. They shared 58 years together before his passing on March 12, 2016.

Lois is survived by: son, Dr. Steven Ronsick (Christy), Hutchinson; daughter, Janet Munsterman (Troy), Nevada, Missouri; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Linda Ronsick.

Funeral service will be 10:30 am Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with Rev. James Francis officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.&nbsp;

Lois Marie Ronsick, 81, of Hutchison, died April 16, 2022, at Pleasant View Home, Inman. She was born September 9, 1940, in Uniontown, to Lowell and Dorothy (Reynolds) Chambers.Lois graduated from Uniontown High School in 1957 and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1963. She worked as a health and auto insurance clerk. Lois loved to garden, watch sports on television, play piano and spend time with her family. She was a member of the Wives of the Gideon’s Auxiliary from 1988 to 2007. Lois was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Hutchinson.On June 1, 1957, she married Rev. Omar Alvin Ronsick, in Uniontown. They shared 58 years together before his passing on March 12, 2016.Lois is survived by: son, Dr. Steven Ronsick (Christy), Hutchinson; daughter, Janet Munsterman (Troy), Nevada, Missouri; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Linda Ronsick.Funeral service will be 10:30 am Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with Rev. James Francis officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.&nbsp;

Lois Marie Ronsick  |1940-2022| 

Sandra’s life began on January 17, 1942, in Wichita. She was the daughter of John and Henrietta (Pribbenow) Lockwood. 

Sandra was united in marriage to Floyd Rutschman on August 10, 1963, at the Federated Church in Whitewater. She earned her nursing degree as a registered nurse from Southwestern College in Winfield. Sandra worked as a registered nurse at many facilities over the years, retiring from St. Francis Hospital in Wichita in the early 2000's.  She was a devoted animal lover and faithful member of the Federated Church. Sandra enjoyed poetry and creative writing as a young person and wrote many of her own poems.  Sandra and Floyd enjoyed bowling as a young couple; later adopting camping as their favorite activity after their sons came along.  Sandra also loved music, and sang for many years in the Valley Center Sweet Adelines.  She spent many years volunteering in many capacities for local organizations and was a longtime member of the American Legion Auxillary. 

 Sandra is survived by her two sons Kevin Rutschman and Kyle (Elizabeth) Rutschman, both of Whitewater; granddaughters Eva and Joy; her brother Stephen (Diane) Lockwood of Benton and several nieces and nephews. She passed away on Friday April 15, 2022, at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital. Sandra is preceded in death by her parents, husband Floyd, sister Danna Fulkerson and brother David Lockwood. 

Her family will gather and greet friends to celebrate her life with a visitation on April 30th between 2:00 pm and 3:30 p.m. at the Whitewater American Legion. There will be a graveside service for close friends and family at Green Valley Cemetery, Furley, prior to the Celebration of Life.  Lamb Funeral Home is serving the family. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Whitewater Community Cats in care of the funeral home

Sandra’s life began on January 17, 1942, in Wichita. She was the daughter of John and Henrietta (Pribbenow) Lockwood. Sandra was united in marriage to Floyd Rutschman on August 10, 1963, at the Federated Church in Whitewater. She earned her nursing degree as a registered nurse from Southwestern College in Winfield. Sandra worked as a registered nurse at many facilities over the years, retiring from St. Francis Hospital in Wichita in the early 2000's. She was a devoted animal lover and faithful member of the Federated Church. Sandra enjoyed poetry and creative writing as a young person and wrote many of her own poems. Sandra and Floyd enjoyed bowling as a young couple; later adopting camping as their favorite activity after their sons came along. Sandra also loved music, and sang for many years in the Valley Center Sweet Adelines. She spent many years volunteering in many capacities for local organizations and was a longtime member of the American Legion Auxillary. Sandra is survived by her two sons Kevin Rutschman and Kyle (Elizabeth) Rutschman, both of Whitewater; granddaughters Eva and Joy; her brother Stephen (Diane) Lockwood of Benton and several nieces and nephews. She passed away on Friday April 15, 2022, at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital. Sandra is preceded in death by her parents, husband Floyd, sister Danna Fulkerson and brother David Lockwood. Her family will gather and greet friends to celebrate her life with a visitation on April 30th between 2:00 pm and 3:30 p.m. at the Whitewater American Legion. There will be a graveside service for close friends and family at Green Valley Cemetery, Furley, prior to the Celebration of Life. Lamb Funeral Home is serving the family. Memorial contributions in her name may be directed to Whitewater Community Cats in care of the funeral home

Sandra Sue Rutschman  |1942-2022| 

David was born on June 5, 1943, in Wichita, to his parents Richard and Ernestine (Kuhns) Smith. 

He graduated from Goddard High school in 1961 and went on to attend both Friends University and Kansas State University, eventually becoming the first class from Kansas State University to earn a degree in Restaurant and Institutional Management. David met Effie at Kansas State University when she became his sister’s roommate. David was united in marriage to Effie Breeden on December 30, 1967, in Studley. David managed the food service for hospitals in several states including, Illinois, Iowa, and Colorado. Along the way, his career also included farming, truck driving, and even owning his own restaurant, “Dave’s Restaurant”, in Larned. After his retirement from Larned State Hospital David and Effie moved to Marion, KS.

When David wasn’t hard at work, he enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and singing. He was part of a Barber Shop Quartet and sang with The Singing Quakers form Friends University while he was in college. David passed along his love of singing and cooking to his children. He was known for his Pancakes, Gravy and Potato Salad. He also made wedding cakes for many in his family including his own. David was also a strong member of the Strassburg Baptist Church family.

David is survived by his wife, Effie Smith, of Marion;&nbsp; children, Richard (Echo) Smith, Marion; Kristen (Ron) Jackson, St. George; and Amber (Aaron) Jackson, Dodge City; grandchildren, Brandon Smith, Charlotte Smith, Jeremy Smith, David Smith, Jacob Smith, De Smith, DJ Smith, Gabriel Johnson, Drew Johnson, and Luke Johnson, great grandchild, Mason Smith, brother Ronald (Betty) Smith, Monetta, VA, sister, Diane Cummings, Oklahoma City, OK; and many nieces and nephews. David is preceded in death by his parents Richard and Ernestine Smith.

David, at the age of 78, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2022, at his home in Marion. Family will greet friends on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Yazel – Megli Funeral Home, Marion. A Celebration of Life for David will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Strassburg Baptist Church, Marion.&nbsp;

David was born on June 5, 1943, in Wichita, to his parents Richard and Ernestine (Kuhns) Smith. He graduated from Goddard High school in 1961 and went on to attend both Friends University and Kansas State University, eventually becoming the first class from Kansas State University to earn a degree in Restaurant and Institutional Management. David met Effie at Kansas State University when she became his sister’s roommate. David was united in marriage to Effie Breeden on December 30, 1967, in Studley. David managed the food service for hospitals in several states including, Illinois, Iowa, and Colorado. Along the way, his career also included farming, truck driving, and even owning his own restaurant, “Dave’s Restaurant”, in Larned. After his retirement from Larned State Hospital David and Effie moved to Marion, KS.When David wasn’t hard at work, he enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and singing. He was part of a Barber Shop Quartet and sang with The Singing Quakers form Friends University while he was in college. David passed along his love of singing and cooking to his children. He was known for his Pancakes, Gravy and Potato Salad. He also made wedding cakes for many in his family including his own. David was also a strong member of the Strassburg Baptist Church family.David is survived by his wife, Effie Smith, of Marion;&nbsp; children, Richard (Echo) Smith, Marion; Kristen (Ron) Jackson, St. George; and Amber (Aaron) Jackson, Dodge City; grandchildren, Brandon Smith, Charlotte Smith, Jeremy Smith, David Smith, Jacob Smith, De Smith, DJ Smith, Gabriel Johnson, Drew Johnson, and Luke Johnson, great grandchild, Mason Smith, brother Ronald (Betty) Smith, Monetta, VA, sister, Diane Cummings, Oklahoma City, OK; and many nieces and nephews. David is preceded in death by his parents Richard and Ernestine Smith.David, at the age of 78, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2022, at his home in Marion. Family will greet friends on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Yazel – Megli Funeral Home, Marion. A Celebration of Life for David will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Strassburg Baptist Church, Marion.&nbsp;

David Dean Smith  |1943-2022| 

&nbsp; James Edward Green was born in Oak Hill, on March 13, 1941 to Adelia Hanson and John William Green. 

He passed away at home on April 14, 2022. He was in the navy. He was a welder at Hillsboro Industries for many years where he went to work for Hess and Son Salvage afterwards. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren and family.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ernest Green, and John H. Green. His first wife Inez Hope Green. He is survived by his wife Linda Green of Lincolnville. Daughters, Kathy and Steve Zimmerman of Sedan; Shelly and Sam Tied of Travelers Rest, South Carolina; Eva Morel of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Roberta Reffitt of Arkansas City. His many grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, Many nieces and nephews. His sisters Pat Wishman, Clay Center; Mavis Davies of Clay Center; Carol North of Manhattan;, Janette Carter of Decater, Arkansas; Joyce Neal of Salina; and many friends.

Family will have a Celebration of Life service to be announced later.&nbsp; &nbsp;

&nbsp; James Edward Green was born in Oak Hill, on March 13, 1941 to Adelia Hanson and John William Green. He passed away at home on April 14, 2022. He was in the navy. He was a welder at Hillsboro Industries for many years where he went to work for Hess and Son Salvage afterwards. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren and family. He is proceeded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ernest Green, and John H. Green. His first wife Inez Hope Green. He is survived by his wife Linda Green of Lincolnville. Daughters, Kathy and Steve Zimmerman of Sedan; Shelly and Sam Tied of Travelers Rest, South Carolina; Eva Morel of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Roberta Reffitt of Arkansas City. His many grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, Many nieces and nephews. His sisters Pat Wishman, Clay Center; Mavis Davies of Clay Center; Carol North of Manhattan;, Janette Carter of Decater, Arkansas; Joyce Neal of Salina; and many friends. Family will have a Celebration of Life service to be announced later.&nbsp; &nbsp;

 James Edward Green  |1941-2022| 

Leland Dale Wedel, 93, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; He was born November 3, 1928 in McPherson, the son of Philip A. and Rose (Stucky) Wedel.

He graduated from Goessel High School with the class of 1946.&nbsp; Leland later graduated from Bethel College in Newton, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Leland was united in marriage to Alda Marjorie Schmidt on August 11, 1948 at Alexanderwohl Mennonite Church, Goessel.&nbsp; She survives of the home after 73 years of marriage.

Leland taught music in schools for 11 years.&nbsp; He later worked for St. Pauls Companies as an auditor and regional superintendent.

He is survived by his wife, Alda Wedel of Hesston; daughters, Janet (Verne) Voth of Hesston, and Catherine (Steve) Wikstrom of Forest Lake, Minnesota; sister, Lois (Dean) Regehr of rural Inman; sister-in-law, Laura Friesen of North Newton; five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

Leland was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Rose Wedel; sisters, Ellen (Wilmer) Friesen and Ruth (Orlando) Schmidt; and nephews, Dale Friesen and Jim Schmidt.

Private graveside services will be held at Alexanderwohl Mennonite Church Cemetery, Goessel.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at LifeChange Church, 10225 E Kellogg Dr. Wichita, immediately following their Sunday service on May 1, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leland Dale Wedel, 93, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2022 at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; He was born November 3, 1928 in McPherson, the son of Philip A. and Rose (Stucky) Wedel.He graduated from Goessel High School with the class of 1946.&nbsp; Leland later graduated from Bethel College in Newton, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree.Leland was united in marriage to Alda Marjorie Schmidt on August 11, 1948 at Alexanderwohl Mennonite Church, Goessel.&nbsp; She survives of the home after 73 years of marriage.Leland taught music in schools for 11 years.&nbsp; He later worked for St. Pauls Companies as an auditor and regional superintendent.He is survived by his wife, Alda Wedel of Hesston; daughters, Janet (Verne) Voth of Hesston, and Catherine (Steve) Wikstrom of Forest Lake, Minnesota; sister, Lois (Dean) Regehr of rural Inman; sister-in-law, Laura Friesen of North Newton; five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.Leland was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Rose Wedel; sisters, Ellen (Wilmer) Friesen and Ruth (Orlando) Schmidt; and nephews, Dale Friesen and Jim Schmidt.Private graveside services will be held at Alexanderwohl Mennonite Church Cemetery, Goessel.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at LifeChange Church, 10225 E Kellogg Dr. Wichita, immediately following their Sunday service on May 1, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leland Dale Wedel  |1928-2022| 

Loree Mary Snyder Pembleton passed away peacefully into eternal life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Good Friday, April 15, 2022 at the age of 91 years old, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community in Buhler.

A Celebration of Life service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community. Private inurnment services at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Loree Mary Snyder Pembleton passed away peacefully into eternal life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Good Friday, April 15, 2022 at the age of 91 years old, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community in Buhler.A Celebration of Life service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community. Private inurnment services at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Loree Mary Snyder Pembleton  |1931-2022| 

Selbert Len “Lennie” Young, 55, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at Pratt Regional Medical Center. He was born on March 1, 1967 in El Dorado to Selbert Lee and Mary Anna (Hutson) Young. They later divorced and his mother married Eugene Watkins who raised Lennie. Lennie worked as a stone mason. He enjoyed motorcycles, derby cars, and attending music festivals. He is survived by his daughter, Brianna (Aric) Hook of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Everett, Elias, Ezra and Elora Hook; and siblings, Connie Smith of Douglass, Cheryl Longpine of Enid, Oklahoma; Jerry Young of Malta Bend, Missouri; Patty Morgan of Stafford; Ricky Young of Pratt; Tamara Darling of Wichita; Kevin Watkins of Kingman and Marlene Sammons of Memphis, Tennessee. Lennie is preceded in death by his father, Selbert Lee Young; mother, Mary Anna Watkins; Stepfather, Eugene Watkins; daughter, Brittany Young; and brother, Ronnie Young. Cremation has taken place. A service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Selbert Len “Lennie” Young, 55, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at Pratt Regional Medical Center. He was born on March 1, 1967 in El Dorado to Selbert Lee and Mary Anna (Hutson) Young. They later divorced and his mother married Eugene Watkins who raised Lennie. Lennie worked as a stone mason. He enjoyed motorcycles, derby cars, and attending music festivals. He is survived by his daughter, Brianna (Aric) Hook of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Everett, Elias, Ezra and Elora Hook; and siblings, Connie Smith of Douglass, Cheryl Longpine of Enid, Oklahoma; Jerry Young of Malta Bend, Missouri; Patty Morgan of Stafford; Ricky Young of Pratt; Tamara Darling of Wichita; Kevin Watkins of Kingman and Marlene Sammons of Memphis, Tennessee. Lennie is preceded in death by his father, Selbert Lee Young; mother, Mary Anna Watkins; Stepfather, Eugene Watkins; daughter, Brittany Young; and brother, Ronnie Young. Cremation has taken place. A service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Selbert Len “Lennie” Young  |1967-2022| 

Billie Fay Davis, 92, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. She was born on June 28, 1929 in Hobart, Oklahoma, to Emmit Lee and Gracie Lee (Nelson) Evans. Billie graduated Hobert High School, Hobart Oklahoma in 1947. She worked for Elkview Hospital in Horbart, Ok as a cook. She was a member of The Pratt Baptist Church and the ladies guild. She loved to Watch T.V. and was an excellent cook. Billie was a very good seamstress and made a lot of her girls school clothes. She is survived by his daughter, Vivian Lynn Swinford of Pratt; grandsons, Jimi Keith Swinford of Pratt and Jason Christopher Williams of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and son in-law, Kenneth Williams of Liberty, Missouri. Billie is preceded in death by her Father, Emmit Lee Evans; Mother, Gracie Lee Nelson; and daughter Mary Ruth Williams. Cremation has taken place. There will be no services.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Billie Fay Davis, 92, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. She was born on June 28, 1929 in Hobart, Oklahoma, to Emmit Lee and Gracie Lee (Nelson) Evans. Billie graduated Hobert High School, Hobart Oklahoma in 1947. She worked for Elkview Hospital in Horbart, Ok as a cook. She was a member of The Pratt Baptist Church and the ladies guild. She loved to Watch T.V. and was an excellent cook. Billie was a very good seamstress and made a lot of her girls school clothes. She is survived by his daughter, Vivian Lynn Swinford of Pratt; grandsons, Jimi Keith Swinford of Pratt and Jason Christopher Williams of Albuquerque, New Mexico; and son in-law, Kenneth Williams of Liberty, Missouri. Billie is preceded in death by her Father, Emmit Lee Evans; Mother, Gracie Lee Nelson; and daughter Mary Ruth Williams. Cremation has taken place. There will be no services.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Billie Fay Davis  |1929-2022| 

Ellen Marguerite Lehman Klover, age 88, died April 14, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital with her family by her side.&nbsp; Ellen Klover was born August 12, 1933 in Halstead, the daughter of Floyd and Ada McFarlane Lehman.&nbsp; She graduated from Halstead High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology and Education from Kansas State University.&nbsp; She was a member of Alpha Xi Delta social sorority and Alpha Delta Theta med tech organization.

Ellen was certified as a Medical Technologist from the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City.&nbsp; She taught 5th&nbsp;grade in Alta Vista, worked in retail sales and worked as a medical technologist at Student Health at K-State, Manhattan, and at Creighton Pathology Associates in Omaha, Nebraska.

She married Bernard Klover on August 11, 1956 at the Presbyterian Church in Halstead, Kansas and he survives of the home. They shared over 65 years of marriage.&nbsp; She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Newton.

She enjoyed bird watching, square dancing, tole painting, playing the piano, researching family genealogy, in addition to women’s bible study, active seniors, and sewing club at the church.&nbsp; She was a member of the German American Society, Red Hat Society, and on the Board of the Halstead Historical Society.&nbsp; She loved being a mother and grandmother – her kids and grandson were her true enjoyment.

Ellen is survived by her husband, Bernie; daughter Jana Atchison; son John (Ginger) and one grandson, Tyler Atchison.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m.at the Zion Lutheran Church, in Newton, on Wednesday, April 20 with The Reverend Kurt Letcher officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Marysville City Cemetery, Marysville, at 3:00 p.m. April 20, 2022.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to Halstead Historical Society and Zion Lutheran Church.

Ellen Marguerite Lehman Klover, age 88, died April 14, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital with her family by her side.&nbsp; Ellen Klover was born August 12, 1933 in Halstead, the daughter of Floyd and Ada McFarlane Lehman.&nbsp; She graduated from Halstead High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology and Education from Kansas State University.&nbsp; She was a member of Alpha Xi Delta social sorority and Alpha Delta Theta med tech organization.Ellen was certified as a Medical Technologist from the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City.&nbsp; She taught 5th&nbsp;grade in Alta Vista, worked in retail sales and worked as a medical technologist at Student Health at K-State, Manhattan, and at Creighton Pathology Associates in Omaha, Nebraska.She married Bernard Klover on August 11, 1956 at the Presbyterian Church in Halstead, Kansas and he survives of the home. They shared over 65 years of marriage.&nbsp; She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Newton.She enjoyed bird watching, square dancing, tole painting, playing the piano, researching family genealogy, in addition to women’s bible study, active seniors, and sewing club at the church.&nbsp; She was a member of the German American Society, Red Hat Society, and on the Board of the Halstead Historical Society.&nbsp; She loved being a mother and grandmother – her kids and grandson were her true enjoyment.Ellen is survived by her husband, Bernie; daughter Jana Atchison; son John (Ginger) and one grandson, Tyler Atchison.Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m.at the Zion Lutheran Church, in Newton, on Wednesday, April 20 with The Reverend Kurt Letcher officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Marysville City Cemetery, Marysville, at 3:00 p.m. April 20, 2022.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to Halstead Historical Society and Zion Lutheran Church.

Ellen Marguerite Lehman Klover  |1933-2022| 

Dwight Scofield, 89, died January 8, 2022. Dwight was born January 13 1932, Manhattan. He died at the Newtown Presbyterian Manor, where he had lived, since 2008.

Dwight grew up on the farm near Manhattan, with his parents, Franklin and Olivia (Romig) Scofield and 5 older brothers. He enjoyed playing football in school and working on cars. He and a brother opened and ran several gas stations in his early years. He married Barbara Nelson in 1954, soon after they married Dwight spent two years in the Army 1955 to 1957. He and Barbara returned to Kansas after his draft period was served and lived in Clay Center. Where Dwight continued in the service station and repair business. During this time Dwight and Barbara struggled with the loss of several miscarriages and where able to adopt twin boys in 1961. In 1965 the family moved to Newton KS and continued in the service station business there. Dwight became a fix it kind of man where he could repair not only vehicles but many home repairs also. He later worked for the Wichita school systems ordering parts for building maintenance which he retired from, after 22 years.

Dwight was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Newton, since 1965. He enjoyed gardening, traveling, collecting, he had many collection interests. He always had a ready smile and an open heart to listen and counsel with others. In his later years he loved to watch and was a big fan of all K State sports. One of his go to sayings when you talked with Dwight was “and what have you” almost as if it was one word.

Dwight was preceded in death by his parents Franklin and Olivia Scofield, his wife Barbara (Nelson) Scofield, daughter, Marlyin Sue Scofield, all 5 of his older brothers, Frank Scofield, Burton Scofield, Earl Scofield, Edwin Scofield, and Bruce Scofield.

Dwight is survived by his sons, Tim Scofield and Tony (Faye) Scofield, 4 grandchildren, Tim Scofield II, Adrianne Unruh, Jessica Scofield and Craig Scofield and 3 great grandchildren Jarett, Malorie and Cole.

A memorial service to bury his ashes will be held at the grave site in Clay Center, Greenwood Cemetery on April 30th at 11:00 am.

Dwight Scofield, 89, died January 8, 2022. Dwight was born January 13 1932, Manhattan. He died at the Newtown Presbyterian Manor, where he had lived, since 2008.Dwight grew up on the farm near Manhattan, with his parents, Franklin and Olivia (Romig) Scofield and 5 older brothers. He enjoyed playing football in school and working on cars. He and a brother opened and ran several gas stations in his early years. He married Barbara Nelson in 1954, soon after they married Dwight spent two years in the Army 1955 to 1957. He and Barbara returned to Kansas after his draft period was served and lived in Clay Center. Where Dwight continued in the service station and repair business. During this time Dwight and Barbara struggled with the loss of several miscarriages and where able to adopt twin boys in 1961. In 1965 the family moved to Newton KS and continued in the service station business there. Dwight became a fix it kind of man where he could repair not only vehicles but many home repairs also. He later worked for the Wichita school systems ordering parts for building maintenance which he retired from, after 22 years.Dwight was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Newton, since 1965. He enjoyed gardening, traveling, collecting, he had many collection interests. He always had a ready smile and an open heart to listen and counsel with others. In his later years he loved to watch and was a big fan of all K State sports. One of his go to sayings when you talked with Dwight was “and what have you” almost as if it was one word.Dwight was preceded in death by his parents Franklin and Olivia Scofield, his wife Barbara (Nelson) Scofield, daughter, Marlyin Sue Scofield, all 5 of his older brothers, Frank Scofield, Burton Scofield, Earl Scofield, Edwin Scofield, and Bruce Scofield.Dwight is survived by his sons, Tim Scofield and Tony (Faye) Scofield, 4 grandchildren, Tim Scofield II, Adrianne Unruh, Jessica Scofield and Craig Scofield and 3 great grandchildren Jarett, Malorie and Cole.A memorial service to bury his ashes will be held at the grave site in Clay Center, Greenwood Cemetery on April 30th at 11:00 am.

Dwight Scofield  |1932-2022| 

Kenneth “Kenny” Eugene Talbott, 84, passed away on Good Friday, April 15, 2022, at his home in Marquette with his family by his side. He was born to LaMonte and Emma (Grooms) Talbott on March 18, 1938. He was a lifetime resident of Marquette. He graduated from Marquette High School and Barber Business School in Wichita.&nbsp;

He was a member of Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette Chamber of Commerce and part time volunteer fireman for the Marquette Fire Department.&nbsp;

He married Freda J. Malm on September 7, 1957, at Elim Lutheran Church. He followed his grandfather, Mahlon Grooms, uncle, Dewey Grooms, and mother, Emma Talbott, in the barbering profession. &nbsp;He was proud to be a third-generation barber. Grooms Barbershop started in 1888. &nbsp;Kenny started his barbering career in 1960. &nbsp;He was owner/operator of the barbershop until he retired in 2013. &nbsp;Kenny enjoyed being with his family and friends, gardening, fishing, and watching sports events.

Kenny is survived by his wife, Freda; daughter, Darla Nochowicz (Larry) of St. Augustine, FL; son, Darryl Talbott (Diane) of Marquette; grandchildren, Lindsay Nochowicz (Adam Dandis) of Littleton, CO; Lawren Terry (James) of Atlanta, GA; MaryAnne McDonnell (Kevin) of Littleton, CO; and Evan Talbott (Andrea) of Washington, DC; and great-grandchild, Sawyer May McDonnell of Littleton, CO.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Orton Talbott, and grandson, Kenneth Darryl Talbott.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Elim Lutheran Church on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at 10:30 AM. &nbsp;Private inurnment will be in the Marquette Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Elim Lutheran Church or Riverview Estates in care of Stockham Family Funeral home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson 67460.&nbsp;

Kenneth “Kenny” Eugene Talbott, 84, passed away on Good Friday, April 15, 2022, at his home in Marquette with his family by his side. He was born to LaMonte and Emma (Grooms) Talbott on March 18, 1938. He was a lifetime resident of Marquette. He graduated from Marquette High School and Barber Business School in Wichita.&nbsp;He was a member of Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette Chamber of Commerce and part time volunteer fireman for the Marquette Fire Department.&nbsp;He married Freda J. Malm on September 7, 1957, at Elim Lutheran Church. He followed his grandfather, Mahlon Grooms, uncle, Dewey Grooms, and mother, Emma Talbott, in the barbering profession. &nbsp;He was proud to be a third-generation barber. Grooms Barbershop started in 1888. &nbsp;Kenny started his barbering career in 1960. &nbsp;He was owner/operator of the barbershop until he retired in 2013. &nbsp;Kenny enjoyed being with his family and friends, gardening, fishing, and watching sports events.Kenny is survived by his wife, Freda; daughter, Darla Nochowicz (Larry) of St. Augustine, FL; son, Darryl Talbott (Diane) of Marquette; grandchildren, Lindsay Nochowicz (Adam Dandis) of Littleton, CO; Lawren Terry (James) of Atlanta, GA; MaryAnne McDonnell (Kevin) of Littleton, CO; and Evan Talbott (Andrea) of Washington, DC; and great-grandchild, Sawyer May McDonnell of Littleton, CO.Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Orton Talbott, and grandson, Kenneth Darryl Talbott.A Celebration of Life will be held at Elim Lutheran Church on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at 10:30 AM. &nbsp;Private inurnment will be in the Marquette Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Elim Lutheran Church or Riverview Estates in care of Stockham Family Funeral home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson 67460.&nbsp;

Kenneth “Kenny” Eugene Talbott  |1938-2022| 

Kathryn Laura (Holecek) Hill, 78, of McPherson, passed away at 11:15 p.m., Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022 at The Cedars Health Care Center. Kathy was born in McPherson, on February 17, 1944, the daughter of Leona (Kleiber) and F. Wayne Holecek. She attended Washington Elementary School and graduated from McPherson High School in 1962. She graduated from Kansas State University, concentrating on elementary education. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of McPherson. After graduating, Kathy worked at raising her family and supporting Bill’s career as they moved from Illinois, to Nebraska, then Iowa, and finally Florida. Kathy began her teaching career in Florida and continued it after relocating in 1979 to Dodge City, Kansas, to be closer to family. Kathy taught special education for 25 years in Dodge City before retiring in 2004 to her hometown, McPherson. She taught a few more years in McPherson before transitioning to a paraprofessional educator role at McPherson Middle School. Kathy enjoyed K-State athletics, especially K-State football. She loved spending time with her family, socializing and traveling with friends new and old. Kathy and Bill enjoyed their social life and always enjoyed a party with friends of whom they had many. They had their childhood friends, condo friends, Dodge City friends, Florida friends, K-State friends, work friends, yoga friends, and many more. Kathy was small in stature, but her voice, smile and laugh are remembered by everyone! Kathryn Laura Holecek was united in marriage to William Harve Hill, Jr. on January 15, 1965, in McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first house together in Manhattan, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of two sons, Jeff and Andy. Kathy was proceeded in death by her parents Wayne and Leona Holecek and her husband, Bill; She is survived by her children Jeff Hill and wife Nanette, of Tecumseh, Kansas; and Andy Hill and his wife Megan, of Louisburg, Kansas; her brother John Holecek, of McPherson, Kansas, sister-in-law Sara Bremyer and her husband Jay, of McPherson, Kansas, brother-in-laws Bob Hill of McPherson, Kansas, David Hill and his wife Lisa, of Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is also survived by grandchildren: Caitlin Butto (David), Madeline Kolman (Alec), Benjamin Hill, Alison Hill, Jake Hill, Noah Hill, Luke Hill; her great granddaughter, Natalia Butto; and nephews Seth Bremyer and Aaron Bremyer (Dionne). A celebration of life will be held for Kathy and Bill on Thursday, April 21st, at 11:00 a.m. at Glidden-Ediger Chapel in McPherson, Kansas with Reverend Emily Cannon officiating. Email John Holecek at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:john.holecek@allgoodworks.com" target="_blank">john.holecek@allgoodworks.com</a>&nbsp;for a link to a livestream.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kathryn Laura (Holecek) Hill, 78, of McPherson, passed away at 11:15 p.m., Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022 at The Cedars Health Care Center. Kathy was born in McPherson, on February 17, 1944, the daughter of Leona (Kleiber) and F. Wayne Holecek. She attended Washington Elementary School and graduated from McPherson High School in 1962. She graduated from Kansas State University, concentrating on elementary education. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of McPherson. After graduating, Kathy worked at raising her family and supporting Bill’s career as they moved from Illinois, to Nebraska, then Iowa, and finally Florida. Kathy began her teaching career in Florida and continued it after relocating in 1979 to Dodge City, Kansas, to be closer to family. Kathy taught special education for 25 years in Dodge City before retiring in 2004 to her hometown, McPherson. She taught a few more years in McPherson before transitioning to a paraprofessional educator role at McPherson Middle School. Kathy enjoyed K-State athletics, especially K-State football. She loved spending time with her family, socializing and traveling with friends new and old. Kathy and Bill enjoyed their social life and always enjoyed a party with friends of whom they had many. They had their childhood friends, condo friends, Dodge City friends, Florida friends, K-State friends, work friends, yoga friends, and many more. Kathy was small in stature, but her voice, smile and laugh are remembered by everyone! Kathryn Laura Holecek was united in marriage to William Harve Hill, Jr. on January 15, 1965, in McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first house together in Manhattan, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of two sons, Jeff and Andy. Kathy was proceeded in death by her parents Wayne and Leona Holecek and her husband, Bill; She is survived by her children Jeff Hill and wife Nanette, of Tecumseh, Kansas; and Andy Hill and his wife Megan, of Louisburg, Kansas; her brother John Holecek, of McPherson, Kansas, sister-in-law Sara Bremyer and her husband Jay, of McPherson, Kansas, brother-in-laws Bob Hill of McPherson, Kansas, David Hill and his wife Lisa, of Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is also survived by grandchildren: Caitlin Butto (David), Madeline Kolman (Alec), Benjamin Hill, Alison Hill, Jake Hill, Noah Hill, Luke Hill; her great granddaughter, Natalia Butto; and nephews Seth Bremyer and Aaron Bremyer (Dionne). A celebration of life will be held for Kathy and Bill on Thursday, April 21st, at 11:00 a.m. at Glidden-Ediger Chapel in McPherson, Kansas with Reverend Emily Cannon officiating. Email John Holecek at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:john.holecek@allgoodworks.com" target="_blank">john.holecek@allgoodworks.com</a>&nbsp;for a link to a livestream.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kathryn Laura (Holecek) Hill  |1944-2022| 

Kenneth “Kenny” Malone, 76, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away April 16, 2022, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. He was born June 25, 1945, in Great Bend, the son of Raphael Leo “R.L.” and Helen Marie Saudinger Malone. 

Kenny was lifetime Lyons resident. He graduated from Chase High School, Chase with the class of 1964. Kenny was a longtime farmer. He served in the United States Army from September 24, 1964 until his honorable discharge on March 23, 1965. Kenny was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Chase; past treasurer for the Center Township for thirty years; and was past commander of the VFW Post #129. Kenny enjoyed collecting John Deere memorabilia. 

On March 20, 1982, Kenny was united in marriage with Judy K. Dye in Ost. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his two sisters; and brother-in-law, David Dye of Meade. Kenny is preceded in death by his parents; and sister. 

Funeral mass will be at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, April 21, 2022, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating. The suggest everyone wear casual clothing. Burial will follow at Lyons Municipal Cemetery with military honors by the Ft. Riley Honor Guard. A Parish rosary will be said at 10:00 A.M. at the church prior to the funeral mass.&nbsp;

Kenneth “Kenny” Malone, 76, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away April 16, 2022, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. He was born June 25, 1945, in Great Bend, the son of Raphael Leo “R.L.” and Helen Marie Saudinger Malone. Kenny was lifetime Lyons resident. He graduated from Chase High School, Chase with the class of 1964. Kenny was a longtime farmer. He served in the United States Army from September 24, 1964 until his honorable discharge on March 23, 1965. Kenny was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Chase; past treasurer for the Center Township for thirty years; and was past commander of the VFW Post #129. Kenny enjoyed collecting John Deere memorabilia. On March 20, 1982, Kenny was united in marriage with Judy K. Dye in Ost. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his two sisters; and brother-in-law, David Dye of Meade. Kenny is preceded in death by his parents; and sister. Funeral mass will be at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, April 21, 2022, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating. The suggest everyone wear casual clothing. Burial will follow at Lyons Municipal Cemetery with military honors by the Ft. Riley Honor Guard. A Parish rosary will be said at 10:00 A.M. at the church prior to the funeral mass.&nbsp;

Kenneth “Kenny” Malone  |1945-2022| 

Judith K. Markel (Bolinger), 83, of Pretty Prairie, passed away April 15, 2022 after a two year battle with stage four pancreatic cancer.

Judy was born Jan. 8, 1939, to Herbert and Julia Bolinger in Wichita. An only child, she was their pride and joy.&nbsp; Judy attended schools in Wichita and after graduating as a West High Pioneer in 1955, she worked with her best friend, Barb Love, at Yingling Aircraft.&nbsp; Later, while working at Master Machine Tools in Hutchinson, she met her husband, Ed.

On May 14, 1976, Judy married Edward Markel at Pretty Prairie where they raised their four children and have lived for almost fifty years.

Judy, a lover of music, spent much of her life singing and leading music.&nbsp; She was a former member of the Wichita Sweet Adelines.&nbsp; She lead the Pretty Prairie Methodist Church choir for over thirty years and she sang in the Reno County Choral Society.

Judy like to play the piano, accordion and harp.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her family, enjoying games, food, laughter and being surrounded by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her favorite dogs and cats.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Julia Bolinger.&nbsp; She is survived by her loving husband Edward Markel; children Connie Vogt, Liz Shepherd, Daryl (Lynette) Markel of Pretty Prairie, and Aimee (Mike) Jones of Yoder; grandchildren Travis (Juli) Vogt, Justin (Rita) Vogt, Kacie (Brady) Herman, Connor (Cass) Owen, Hunter (Wren) Owen, Tony (Julie) Markel, Andrea (Cody) Hastings, Zac Mitchell, Stefanie Markel, Jimmy (Tina) Mitchell, Raven (TJ) Lane, Josh Jones, Tanner (Makayla) Jones and 21 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Pretty Prairie.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Lone Star Cemetery.

Judith K. Markel (Bolinger), 83, of Pretty Prairie, passed away April 15, 2022 after a two year battle with stage four pancreatic cancer.Judy was born Jan. 8, 1939, to Herbert and Julia Bolinger in Wichita. An only child, she was their pride and joy.&nbsp; Judy attended schools in Wichita and after graduating as a West High Pioneer in 1955, she worked with her best friend, Barb Love, at Yingling Aircraft.&nbsp; Later, while working at Master Machine Tools in Hutchinson, she met her husband, Ed.On May 14, 1976, Judy married Edward Markel at Pretty Prairie where they raised their four children and have lived for almost fifty years.Judy, a lover of music, spent much of her life singing and leading music.&nbsp; She was a former member of the Wichita Sweet Adelines.&nbsp; She lead the Pretty Prairie Methodist Church choir for over thirty years and she sang in the Reno County Choral Society.Judy like to play the piano, accordion and harp.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her family, enjoying games, food, laughter and being surrounded by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her favorite dogs and cats.Judy was preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Julia Bolinger.&nbsp; She is survived by her loving husband Edward Markel; children Connie Vogt, Liz Shepherd, Daryl (Lynette) Markel of Pretty Prairie, and Aimee (Mike) Jones of Yoder; grandchildren Travis (Juli) Vogt, Justin (Rita) Vogt, Kacie (Brady) Herman, Connor (Cass) Owen, Hunter (Wren) Owen, Tony (Julie) Markel, Andrea (Cody) Hastings, Zac Mitchell, Stefanie Markel, Jimmy (Tina) Mitchell, Raven (TJ) Lane, Josh Jones, Tanner (Makayla) Jones and 21 great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Pretty Prairie.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Lone Star Cemetery.

Judith K. Markel (Bolinger)  |1939-2022| 

Wilma J. Wilson, 89, died April 14, 2022 in Wichita.

She was born March 26, 1933, at St. Leo, the daughter of Edwin and Esther Schulte Wegerer.

A longtime resident of the Kingman community, she was retired from the Safeway and Food-4-Less grocery stores.

Wilma was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society, both of Kingman.

On May 8, 1951, she married William A. Henning at St. Leo; he died Nov. 2, 1981.&nbsp; On aug. 25, 1983, she married Merle L. Wilson; he died May 12, 1999.&nbsp; Survivors include her children Dee and Larry McMillian, Patti Eck, Jo and Bill Sleffel, and Dennis and Sherri Henning; brother Frank Wegerer and his wife Kay; and sister-in-law Virleen Wegerer; grandchildren Ryan, Clarke, Kyle, Jay, Darrrin, Ethan, Alex, and Jared; great-grandchildren Peyton, Nate, Sophia, Ellery, Brant, Gavin, Hugo, Fitz and Maverick.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, her sister Helen Peters and brother Bob Wegerer; son-in-law Clink Eck; and infant daughter Mary.

Parish rosary will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 19, 2022 followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., both at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Kingman.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Wilma J. Wilson, 89, died April 14, 2022 in Wichita.She was born March 26, 1933, at St. Leo, the daughter of Edwin and Esther Schulte Wegerer.A longtime resident of the Kingman community, she was retired from the Safeway and Food-4-Less grocery stores.Wilma was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society, both of Kingman.On May 8, 1951, she married William A. Henning at St. Leo; he died Nov. 2, 1981.&nbsp; On aug. 25, 1983, she married Merle L. Wilson; he died May 12, 1999.&nbsp; Survivors include her children Dee and Larry McMillian, Patti Eck, Jo and Bill Sleffel, and Dennis and Sherri Henning; brother Frank Wegerer and his wife Kay; and sister-in-law Virleen Wegerer; grandchildren Ryan, Clarke, Kyle, Jay, Darrrin, Ethan, Alex, and Jared; great-grandchildren Peyton, Nate, Sophia, Ellery, Brant, Gavin, Hugo, Fitz and Maverick.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, her sister Helen Peters and brother Bob Wegerer; son-in-law Clink Eck; and infant daughter Mary.Parish rosary will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 19, 2022 followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., both at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Kingman.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday at the Livingston Funeral Home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Wilma J. Wilson  |1933-2022| 

Elnora Ruth Unruh, 87, of Hutchinson, died April 12, 2022, at her home. She was born September 19, 1934, in Hutchinson, to Jacob and Leta (Smith) Scheuermann.

Elnora attended Hutchinson High School and later earned her nursing degree from Wichita State University. She worked for many years as a nurse for Home Healthcare and Reno County Health Department. Elnora enjoyed quilting, ceramics, and making jewelry. She also loved to go fishing with her grandsons and they traveled to many different locations to fish together. Elnora was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.

On April 13, 1952, she married Kenneth G. Unruh, in Hutchinson. They shared 55 years together before he passed away on February 7, 2008.

Elnora is survived by: sons, Ken Unruh, Hutchinson, Dan Unruh, Lansing; daughters, Pam Nelson (John), Sue Crystal-Unruh, both of Hutchinson; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Kenneth Unruh; son, David Unruh; four brothers; and two sisters.

Memorial service will be 10 am Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, with Pastors Quintin Nuttmann and Henry Blickhahn officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Elnora Ruth Unruh, 87, of Hutchinson, died April 12, 2022, at her home. She was born September 19, 1934, in Hutchinson, to Jacob and Leta (Smith) Scheuermann.Elnora attended Hutchinson High School and later earned her nursing degree from Wichita State University. She worked for many years as a nurse for Home Healthcare and Reno County Health Department. Elnora enjoyed quilting, ceramics, and making jewelry. She also loved to go fishing with her grandsons and they traveled to many different locations to fish together. Elnora was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.On April 13, 1952, she married Kenneth G. Unruh, in Hutchinson. They shared 55 years together before he passed away on February 7, 2008.Elnora is survived by: sons, Ken Unruh, Hutchinson, Dan Unruh, Lansing; daughters, Pam Nelson (John), Sue Crystal-Unruh, both of Hutchinson; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Kenneth Unruh; son, David Unruh; four brothers; and two sisters.Memorial service will be 10 am Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, with Pastors Quintin Nuttmann and Henry Blickhahn officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Elnora Ruth Unruh |1934-2022| 

Hutchinson – Mary Roland, 71, passed away April 7, 2022 peacefully in her sleep. She was born August 24, 1950 in Troy, KS, the daughter of Louis and Ruth (Dhone) Roland.

Mary had many interests and hobbies. She enjoyed knitting, playing the guitar and horses. She loved painting and drawing. She was a member of the Salvation Army Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her son, Robin Roland; three sisters, Shirley Brucks, Susanne Swanson and Lorie Story.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS. Memorials are suggested to Mary Roland Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel.

Hutchinson – Mary Roland, 71, passed away April 7, 2022 peacefully in her sleep. She was born August 24, 1950 in Troy, KS, the daughter of Louis and Ruth (Dhone) Roland.Mary had many interests and hobbies. She enjoyed knitting, playing the guitar and horses. She loved painting and drawing. She was a member of the Salvation Army Church.She was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her son, Robin Roland; three sisters, Shirley Brucks, Susanne Swanson and Lorie Story.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS. Memorials are suggested to Mary Roland Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel.

Mary Roland |1950-2022|

Delores “Lou” Yarbrough, 85, passed away April 15, 2022, at the Hutchinson Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born November 7, 1936, in Missouri, the daughter of W.L. Green, Sr. and Vivian Simpson Borecky. She was a graduate of Burdette High School. A homemaker, she was a member of the Elks Club, the Moose Lodge, and the American Legion.

She married Jack Yarbrough and he later passed away.

Lou enjoyed writing poems, country music, singing, and entertaining others.

Survivors include her nieces and nephews, Reggie (Rae) Green, Darren (April) Green, Denise (Keith) Green, Mark (Amy) Borecky, Derrick (Sarah) Borecky, Amy (Jason) Nulf, and Richard (Kristy) Blakelee; and several great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, W.L Green, Sr., her mother and stepfather, Roy and Vivian Borecky, brothers, Bill Green and Eddy and Ronnie Borecky; and a sister, Elaine.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Inman Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 21, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Delores “Lou” Yarbrough, 85, passed away April 15, 2022, at the Hutchinson Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born November 7, 1936, in Missouri, the daughter of W.L. Green, Sr. and Vivian Simpson Borecky. She was a graduate of Burdette High School. A homemaker, she was a member of the Elks Club, the Moose Lodge, and the American Legion.She married Jack Yarbrough and he later passed away.Lou enjoyed writing poems, country music, singing, and entertaining others.Survivors include her nieces and nephews, Reggie (Rae) Green, Darren (April) Green, Denise (Keith) Green, Mark (Amy) Borecky, Derrick (Sarah) Borecky, Amy (Jason) Nulf, and Richard (Kristy) Blakelee; and several great nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her father, W.L Green, Sr., her mother and stepfather, Roy and Vivian Borecky, brothers, Bill Green and Eddy and Ronnie Borecky; and a sister, Elaine.Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Inman Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 21, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Delores “Lou” Yarbrough |1936-2022|

Marilyn Jean Love Watkins, age 82, formerly of Hutchinson, passed away on April 13, 2022. She was born June 16, 1939, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Charles Porter Mallam and Earline Louise Nelson. Marilyn was adopted by Lester and Helen (Russom) Love, of Partridge, on September 1, 1939.

Marilyn graduated from Partridge High School, attended Hutchinson Community College, and graduated from Grace Hospital School of Nursing. She was employed as a Registered Nurse at Grace Hospital, The Medical Center, and Hutchinson Hospital for 45 years, retiring in July 2005.

Survivors include: sons, Douglas Buck and David Buck and wife Jami of Wichita; two granddaughters, Katelyn Williams (Zach) of Olathe and Kristin Pinango Buck (Luis Miguel) of Wichita; one great-grandson, Theo Williams; a birth brother, Gene Kern; birth sisters, Anita Kern Staley, Judy Mallam Smith, Mary Mallam Netherton, Ruth Mallam, and Kathy Mallam Fleck.

She was preceded in death by: her birth and adopted parents; birth brother, Dick Mallam; and birth sister, Nancy Gress.

Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Partridge Cemetery, with the Reverend Sheridan Irick officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice or Hutchinson Community College (for registered nursing scholarships), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N.&nbsp; Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Marilyn Jean Love Watkins, age 82, formerly of Hutchinson, passed away on April 13, 2022. She was born June 16, 1939, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Charles Porter Mallam and Earline Louise Nelson. Marilyn was adopted by Lester and Helen (Russom) Love, of Partridge, on September 1, 1939.Marilyn graduated from Partridge High School, attended Hutchinson Community College, and graduated from Grace Hospital School of Nursing. She was employed as a Registered Nurse at Grace Hospital, The Medical Center, and Hutchinson Hospital for 45 years, retiring in July 2005.Survivors include: sons, Douglas Buck and David Buck and wife Jami of Wichita; two granddaughters, Katelyn Williams (Zach) of Olathe and Kristin Pinango Buck (Luis Miguel) of Wichita; one great-grandson, Theo Williams; a birth brother, Gene Kern; birth sisters, Anita Kern Staley, Judy Mallam Smith, Mary Mallam Netherton, Ruth Mallam, and Kathy Mallam Fleck.She was preceded in death by: her birth and adopted parents; birth brother, Dick Mallam; and birth sister, Nancy Gress.Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Partridge Cemetery, with the Reverend Sheridan Irick officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice or Hutchinson Community College (for registered nursing scholarships), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N.&nbsp; Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Marilyn Jean Love Watkins |1939-2022|

Gladys F. Forcum, 95, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community. She was born January 28, 1927, in rural Greenwood County, Kansas, the daughter of James and Mamie (Shobe) French. She married Dale Forcum on August 28, 1949. They later divorced. She had lived in Manhattan, KS for 18 years, serving as a fraternity housemother at Kansas State University. She spent summers working at the Rocky Mountain National Park tourist center in the Indian Jewelry store. She made many close friends during these years and enjoyed interacting with co-workers and tourists. She has lived in Hutchinson since approximately 2000 where she attended The Father’s House, serving in volunteer capacities and participating in bible study. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and Christian Women’s Group.

Survivors include her children, Tony (Debbie) Forcum, Plano, TX; Sherri Watson, Wichita, KS; Dee Blackwood, Sunnyvale, TX; Annie (Quintin) Moore, Hutchinson; and sister-in-law, Lois French, Eureka, KS; 9 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Murray, Dean, and Wesley French, Aileen Lawson and Mary Ellen Sowder; and great grandson, Porter Moore.

Celebration of life services will be held Saturday April 30, 2022, at 10:30 am at The Father’s House, Hutchinson. Memorial contributions may be made to Sunshine Meadows or The Father’s House in care of Inman Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Gladys F. Forcum, 95, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community. She was born January 28, 1927, in rural Greenwood County, Kansas, the daughter of James and Mamie (Shobe) French. She married Dale Forcum on August 28, 1949. They later divorced. She had lived in Manhattan, KS for 18 years, serving as a fraternity housemother at Kansas State University. She spent summers working at the Rocky Mountain National Park tourist center in the Indian Jewelry store. She made many close friends during these years and enjoyed interacting with co-workers and tourists. She has lived in Hutchinson since approximately 2000 where she attended The Father’s House, serving in volunteer capacities and participating in bible study. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and Christian Women’s Group.Survivors include her children, Tony (Debbie) Forcum, Plano, TX; Sherri Watson, Wichita, KS; Dee Blackwood, Sunnyvale, TX; Annie (Quintin) Moore, Hutchinson; and sister-in-law, Lois French, Eureka, KS; 9 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her siblings, Murray, Dean, and Wesley French, Aileen Lawson and Mary Ellen Sowder; and great grandson, Porter Moore.Celebration of life services will be held Saturday April 30, 2022, at 10:30 am at The Father’s House, Hutchinson. Memorial contributions may be made to Sunshine Meadows or The Father’s House in care of Inman Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Gladys F. Forcum |1927-2022|

Lincolnville - James Edward Green was born in Oak Hill, Kansas on March 13, 1941 to Adelia Hanson and John William Green. He passed away at home on April 14, 2022. He was in the navy. He was a welder at Hillsboro Industries for many years where he went to work for Hess and Son Salvage afterwards. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren and family.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ernest Green, and John H. Green, along with his first wife Inez Hope Green. He is survived by his wife Linda Green of Lincolnville. Daughters, Kathy and Steve Zimmerman of Sedan, Kansas, Shelly and Sam Tied of Travelers Rest, South Carolina, Eva Morel of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Roberta Reffitt of Arkansas City, Kansas. His many grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, Many nieces and nephews. His sisters Pat Wishman, Clay Center, Mavis Davies of Clay Center, Carol North of Manhattan, Janette Carter of Decater, Arkansas, Joyce Neal of Salina, and many friends. 

Family will have a Celebration of Life service to be announced later. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lincolnville - James Edward Green was born in Oak Hill, Kansas on March 13, 1941 to Adelia Hanson and John William Green. He passed away at home on April 14, 2022. He was in the navy. He was a welder at Hillsboro Industries for many years where he went to work for Hess and Son Salvage afterwards. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren and family. He is proceeded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ernest Green, and John H. Green, along with his first wife Inez Hope Green. He is survived by his wife Linda Green of Lincolnville. Daughters, Kathy and Steve Zimmerman of Sedan, Kansas, Shelly and Sam Tied of Travelers Rest, South Carolina, Eva Morel of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Roberta Reffitt of Arkansas City, Kansas. His many grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, Many nieces and nephews. His sisters Pat Wishman, Clay Center, Mavis Davies of Clay Center, Carol North of Manhattan, Janette Carter of Decater, Arkansas, Joyce Neal of Salina, and many friends. Family will have a Celebration of Life service to be announced later. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James Edward Green |1941-2022|

Shirley B. (Huckins) Krause, long-time resident of Peabody, and loving wife of William (Bill) Verne Krause, died April 13, 2022 in Newton. She was 95 years old. Shirley was born at the family homestead between Belleville, and Chester, Nebraska, the youngest of five children. As a child, she was inspired by Shirley Temple, who was two years her junior. Like Temple, she loved to sing, dance, and act. She was in starring roles in her school productions and was known to have a special talent for tap dancing. She was very popular in the one-room schoolhouse she attended as a young girl.

Shirley was introduced to Bill Krause on a blind date just after Bill had returned from serving in World War II. Eventually, she succumbed to his charms and they were married on August 11, 1946. They remained happily married for sixty-five years until Bill’s death did they part in 2011. Shirley helped support Bill while he attended Kansas State University, pursuing a degree in journalism. After graduation, the young couple worked in the newspaper business, buying their first local newspaper in Konawa, OK, in 1952, and then purchasing the Peabody Gazette-Herald in 1954. During the 43 years of operating the Peabody newspaper, they also acquired five other small-town newspapers and had shares in two others. Eventually, through sales and consolidations they reduced their holdings to the Peabody Gazette-Bulletin, which they sold in 1997 due to Bill’s failing health.

Shirley and Bill were a complementary team in all their endeavors and they could dance with the best of them – doing the Jitterbug, Charleston, you name it. Shirley was the loving mother of two daughters, providing the family with a happy home and a solid upbringing. She was an avid bridge player and a very active Peabody socialite. She was a good, kind, thoughtful, generous, beautiful person, inside and out, and ever so fashionable. Remarkably elegant and refined, she excelled in social graces and had exceptional style. She made the world a better place for all who knew her.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, William V. Krause; father, William O. Huckins; mother, Esther Mitchell Huckins; sister, Guila Huckins George; brothers, Gerald, Willis, and Doyle Huckins; and nephew, Richard A. George.

Survivors include her two daughters, Koni Foster of Franklin, North Carolina, and Denise Krause, of Ashland, Oregon; five grandchildren – William, Duane and Adam Jones, Andrea Adeyanju, and Alexander Krause; seven great-grandchildren; and niece Sharyn (Huckins) Baybayan of Chester, Nebraska.

Shirley B. (Huckins) Krause, long-time resident of Peabody, and loving wife of William (Bill) Verne Krause, died April 13, 2022 in Newton. She was 95 years old. Shirley was born at the family homestead between Belleville, and Chester, Nebraska, the youngest of five children. As a child, she was inspired by Shirley Temple, who was two years her junior. Like Temple, she loved to sing, dance, and act. She was in starring roles in her school productions and was known to have a special talent for tap dancing. She was very popular in the one-room schoolhouse she attended as a young girl.Shirley was introduced to Bill Krause on a blind date just after Bill had returned from serving in World War II. Eventually, she succumbed to his charms and they were married on August 11, 1946. They remained happily married for sixty-five years until Bill’s death did they part in 2011. Shirley helped support Bill while he attended Kansas State University, pursuing a degree in journalism. After graduation, the young couple worked in the newspaper business, buying their first local newspaper in Konawa, OK, in 1952, and then purchasing the Peabody Gazette-Herald in 1954. During the 43 years of operating the Peabody newspaper, they also acquired five other small-town newspapers and had shares in two others. Eventually, through sales and consolidations they reduced their holdings to the Peabody Gazette-Bulletin, which they sold in 1997 due to Bill’s failing health.Shirley and Bill were a complementary team in all their endeavors and they could dance with the best of them – doing the Jitterbug, Charleston, you name it. Shirley was the loving mother of two daughters, providing the family with a happy home and a solid upbringing. She was an avid bridge player and a very active Peabody socialite. She was a good, kind, thoughtful, generous, beautiful person, inside and out, and ever so fashionable. Remarkably elegant and refined, she excelled in social graces and had exceptional style. She made the world a better place for all who knew her.Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, William V. Krause; father, William O. Huckins; mother, Esther Mitchell Huckins; sister, Guila Huckins George; brothers, Gerald, Willis, and Doyle Huckins; and nephew, Richard A. George.Survivors include her two daughters, Koni Foster of Franklin, North Carolina, and Denise Krause, of Ashland, Oregon; five grandchildren – William, Duane and Adam Jones, Andrea Adeyanju, and Alexander Krause; seven great-grandchildren; and niece Sharyn (Huckins) Baybayan of Chester, Nebraska.

Shirley B. (Huckins) Krause  |2022| 

Susan (Sue) K McDonald, 60, of McPherson and formerly of Fargo, ND, passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2022. Sue was a lifelong educator, most recently Professor Emeritus at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas.

Sue was born on March 9, 1962, in Berkeley, California, the daughter of Clarence E. and Lois (Kay) McDonald.&nbsp; She graduated from Fargo North High School in 1980.&nbsp; She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University in 1983, her Master of Science degree in Geology from Indiana State University in 1990 and Doctor of Philosophy in Physics at Indiana University in 1994.&nbsp; On May 10, 1987, Sue was united in marriage to Dale Griffith in Penton, Michigan.&nbsp; They were married 34 years before Dale’s passing on February 5, 2022.

Sue and Dale’s marriage began in Kansas City and Washington DC, working as Mechanical Engineers for Babcock and Wilcox until Sue’s return to school to complete her master’s and doctoral studies.&nbsp; Sue and Dale lived in Terre Haute, Indiana and Sioux City, Iowa while Sue completed her degrees, following which she began her academic career at Morningside University.&nbsp; Sue and Dale then moved to Kansas to accept her professorship position at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, where she retired Emeritus in 2012.&nbsp; Throughout the years, she shared her love of Earth Science as an instructor at the yearly summer field camp experience at Indiana University’s Judson Mead Geologic Field Station in Cardwell, Montana. &nbsp;A residential facility was named in her honor at the Field Station in 2021.&nbsp; Dr. McDonald loved working with her students and positively impacted the lives of many along the way.

Sue and Dale built a home outside of Lindsborg, and later in Marquette.&nbsp; During their time in Lindsborg, Dale and Sue participated in the Bike Across Kansas ride together, starting at the Colorado Border and ending in Kansas City eight days later.&nbsp; Sue began running marathons with her good friend Julia.&nbsp; They completed 4 half and 4 full marathons together including events in Abilene, Wichita, and Fargo, ND where Sue christened the team’s name “Not Fast, Not Last.”

Sue and Dale found Community in Marquette.&nbsp; They found their fur-baby, Lucy, in the streets of Marquette and gave her a home.&nbsp; Sue became a member of the Marquette United Methodist Church where she served as church Treasurer and provided Science enrichment activities for the children on Wednesday nights.&nbsp; She was known to students in the area as “Science Sue.” She could often be found at the Motorcycle Museum in Marquette, giving tours, assisting with rallies, and chatting with visitors and friends in the community.&nbsp;

Sue was diagnosed with stage IV Stomach Cancer in December 2012.&nbsp; In spring 2013, following initial treatments, she was flown by Angel Flight to MD Anderson, where her care team completed surgery to remove her stomach.&nbsp; She endured chemotherapy, radiation, and a host of other ongoing medical procedures throughout the years but continued to fight with optimism and a smile on her face.&nbsp; She met life-long friends throughout this journey.

Sue moved to McPherson in 2020 and adopted another fur-baby.&nbsp; She rescued her dog Pumpkin and gave her a forever home.&nbsp; Sue and Pumpkin made many new friends in her neighborhood at Veranda Place.&nbsp; Sue enjoyed going for walks, playing cards, reading, painting, attending concerts and hanging out with friends and cousins, Michele and Kelli.&nbsp; She also developed a friendship with a group that she called “Her Sista’s” Veletta, Cathy and Donna.

Dr. McDonald was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Lois, and her husband, Dale.

Survivors include her two sisters, Nancy McDonald (Kris Hughes) of Palm Desert, CA; Judy Marty (Randall Hartog) of Fargo, ND; Nieces/Nephews, Aaron Marty (Sarah) of Sioux Falls, SD; Hope Solberg (Samuel) of Riverview, FL; and Faith Marty (Keegan) of Denver, CO;&nbsp; Great Nieces/Nephews, Calvin and Keegan Marty, Margot Solberg; Brother/Sisters In-Law, Rick Griffith (Karen), Mary Griffith; Uncles/Aunt, Robert McDonald, Larry (Shari) Carney; Cousins, Mark Buehler (Donna), Suzanne Prickett &nbsp;(Mike), Michele Peel (Kerry “Kap”), Kelli Dossett (Mike), Clementine Balon and several more cousins;&nbsp; and Fur-babies Lucy and Pumpkin.&nbsp; Sue enjoyed very special relationships with many friends.

A Celebration of Life for both Sue and Dale will be held at 2pm Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N Chestnut St, McPherson KS with Rev. Lynn Scott officiating. A reception will be held following at the Veranda Clubhouse, 931 Veranda Circle, McPherson, KS.

Susan (Sue) K McDonald, 60, of McPherson and formerly of Fargo, ND, passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2022. Sue was a lifelong educator, most recently Professor Emeritus at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas.Sue was born on March 9, 1962, in Berkeley, California, the daughter of Clarence E. and Lois (Kay) McDonald.&nbsp; She graduated from Fargo North High School in 1980.&nbsp; She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University in 1983, her Master of Science degree in Geology from Indiana State University in 1990 and Doctor of Philosophy in Physics at Indiana University in 1994.&nbsp; On May 10, 1987, Sue was united in marriage to Dale Griffith in Penton, Michigan.&nbsp; They were married 34 years before Dale’s passing on February 5, 2022.Sue and Dale’s marriage began in Kansas City and Washington DC, working as Mechanical Engineers for Babcock and Wilcox until Sue’s return to school to complete her master’s and doctoral studies.&nbsp; Sue and Dale lived in Terre Haute, Indiana and Sioux City, Iowa while Sue completed her degrees, following which she began her academic career at Morningside University.&nbsp; Sue and Dale then moved to Kansas to accept her professorship position at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, where she retired Emeritus in 2012.&nbsp; Throughout the years, she shared her love of Earth Science as an instructor at the yearly summer field camp experience at Indiana University’s Judson Mead Geologic Field Station in Cardwell, Montana. &nbsp;A residential facility was named in her honor at the Field Station in 2021.&nbsp; Dr. McDonald loved working with her students and positively impacted the lives of many along the way.Sue and Dale built a home outside of Lindsborg, and later in Marquette.&nbsp; During their time in Lindsborg, Dale and Sue participated in the Bike Across Kansas ride together, starting at the Colorado Border and ending in Kansas City eight days later.&nbsp; Sue began running marathons with her good friend Julia.&nbsp; They completed 4 half and 4 full marathons together including events in Abilene, Wichita, and Fargo, ND where Sue christened the team’s name “Not Fast, Not Last.”Sue and Dale found Community in Marquette.&nbsp; They found their fur-baby, Lucy, in the streets of Marquette and gave her a home.&nbsp; Sue became a member of the Marquette United Methodist Church where she served as church Treasurer and provided Science enrichment activities for the children on Wednesday nights.&nbsp; She was known to students in the area as “Science Sue.” She could often be found at the Motorcycle Museum in Marquette, giving tours, assisting with rallies, and chatting with visitors and friends in the community.&nbsp;Sue was diagnosed with stage IV Stomach Cancer in December 2012.&nbsp; In spring 2013, following initial treatments, she was flown by Angel Flight to MD Anderson, where her care team completed surgery to remove her stomach.&nbsp; She endured chemotherapy, radiation, and a host of other ongoing medical procedures throughout the years but continued to fight with optimism and a smile on her face.&nbsp; She met life-long friends throughout this journey.Sue moved to McPherson in 2020 and adopted another fur-baby.&nbsp; She rescued her dog Pumpkin and gave her a forever home.&nbsp; Sue and Pumpkin made many new friends in her neighborhood at Veranda Place.&nbsp; Sue enjoyed going for walks, playing cards, reading, painting, attending concerts and hanging out with friends and cousins, Michele and Kelli.&nbsp; She also developed a friendship with a group that she called “Her Sista’s” Veletta, Cathy and Donna.Dr. McDonald was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Lois, and her husband, Dale.Survivors include her two sisters, Nancy McDonald (Kris Hughes) of Palm Desert, CA; Judy Marty (Randall Hartog) of Fargo, ND; Nieces/Nephews, Aaron Marty (Sarah) of Sioux Falls, SD; Hope Solberg (Samuel) of Riverview, FL; and Faith Marty (Keegan) of Denver, CO;&nbsp; Great Nieces/Nephews, Calvin and Keegan Marty, Margot Solberg; Brother/Sisters In-Law, Rick Griffith (Karen), Mary Griffith; Uncles/Aunt, Robert McDonald, Larry (Shari) Carney; Cousins, Mark Buehler (Donna), Suzanne Prickett &nbsp;(Mike), Michele Peel (Kerry “Kap”), Kelli Dossett (Mike), Clementine Balon and several more cousins;&nbsp; and Fur-babies Lucy and Pumpkin.&nbsp; Sue enjoyed very special relationships with many friends.A Celebration of Life for both Sue and Dale will be held at 2pm Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N Chestnut St, McPherson KS with Rev. Lynn Scott officiating. A reception will be held following at the Veranda Clubhouse, 931 Veranda Circle, McPherson, KS.

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